I Think I Get Polyphia Now.

It's time once more for me to take on a new Polyhia song. This time it's their song "Reverie". I have often received backlash for not "getting" Polyphia or understand their true talents, despite always being very complimentary about their style. Today, let's try again.
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[@JustinHawkinsRidesAgain]

Come see me and The Darkness live on tour this year! UK, USA & Europe dates and tickets here: www.thedarknesslive.com/tour-dates/

[@jessicamariehowlett5375]

@justinhawkinsridesagain You always make laugh so much. Plus you opened my eyes to lots of new bands. Will be blasting my speaker to this band ❤️

[@twentyfoursevensmoke]

i think a band that are getting as big as they are, not having a vocalist, is a very reassuring sign. id love to think its going to inspire people to pick up an instrument

[@DomSchu]

Definitely strikes me as a good sign for guitar music in general. Seems like a resurging interest from kids these days.

[@ghoultooth]

⁠@@DomSchu’kids these days’ Learning guitar has always been in the interest of kids for decades now. My partner (21) has 2 guitars and can play both because he’s been interested since he was young, my father has been in many punk bands and started playing guitar in his teens- over 40 years ago. Let’s not pull the ‘kids these days’ bullshit. It just doesn’t help inspire the new generation to pick up an instrument.

[@no_nameyouknow]

​@@ghoultooth They said it was a good sign. 'Kids these days' isn't always a criticism.

[@ZuzuTheLemon]

Don't listen to the naysayers Justin, your knitwear reviews are excellent.

[@NinStardust]

Remember when Aunt Maud stole one of Justin’s jumpers? Or did Justin pinch one of hers? I forget. 🤔 Either way, that was some epic knitwear! Don’t think we’ve seen it since… I must be going loopy, I’m getting nostalgic for a jumper I’ve never even seen IRL 🤦🏻‍♀️😅😂

[@ZuzuTheLemon]

​@@NinStardust I think there were two, I would describe them as jumpers only Justin could wear!

[@CorbCorbin]

@@ZuzuTheLemon Could or would? 😂

[@ZuzuTheLemon]

@@CorbCorbin maybe both!

[@ZuzuTheLemon]

Do they still have models on knitting patterns? That could be a Hawkins side hustle if he's ever hard up.

[@ethanmuro7779]

Reverie was actually released on their album last year, but they only released a music video this week.

[@kt9495]

Polyphia’s Playing God, notably the acoustic version, is one of the best instrumentals I’ve ever heard. I often go to music with no lyrics in large chunks of time. It’s amazing how much comes through without “language.”

[@pigeonramier6898]

Voice is an instrument don't need it in all the song like we don't need violin in all the song, I mean lot of instrumental band out there like them or apocalyptica... It should be normal to listen to music without vocal, problem its not that it doens exist

[@TheTobesOfHades]

Saw them live a few months ago and they blew me away. It was so different and more than I expected. Just heaps and heaps of talent.

[@syko.uk.]

Gotta give some positvity towards them in the comments here, their rythms and melodies always get my head bobbing and when I saw them in London 2 months ago it was a way better experiene than I thought Id have watching an instrumental-only band. It was certainly odd not having any lyrics to sing along to and hearing everyone singing the riffs instead. I believe these guys are great, but there's definitely even more room to expand upon thier musical soundscape and embrace songwriting even more.

[@TheRealBrotherGrimmy]

I don't go out of my way to listen to Polyphia, they aren't *quite* my cup of tea... But I respect the insane amount of talent each of them has. And I don't mind listening to them... it's just they don't match the chaotic sounds of my racing thoughts, so I have to be in the mood for it... or after a joint. They really are good after a joint I'm realizing, right now. Don't LOVE polyphia, but I do like them, and respect them greatly They always look like they're having such a great time, just vibing with the music they're playing. When you can see that the artist is really feeling it... That's when you know they're a true musician.

[@CorbCorbin]

Yeah, I watch them play live, or listen to a track, I can appreciate the techniques, but each track, just sounds like a continuation of all the others. Like it’s the same album. I’ve said it from the first time I heard Henson play, the runs just all sound like a guitar exercise. The rhythms, are just setups, for the slap, tap and riff. Any melody, is brief, and has multi harmonic layers of guitars, whether via effects, and/or the players harmonizing.

[@stevelibby6852]

100%, they are all great, but how long can you listen to that?

[@BeefGeneral]

I feel the exact same way. I appreciate the talent a lot. But I don't really listen to them. Sometimes I'm in the mood and check them out again. Maybe I should smoke a joint.

[@connor.chan.jazzman]

Polyphia for me is the Prog/Metal equivalent of Jacob Collier. Ive seen both live in concert and i can really sum up both their work as prolific talent and skill thats on full display. They pull out all the stops which creates an unbelievably complex and genius bed of sound. With that being said, it takes effort to listen to their music and it can get exhausting. Its not typically my cup of tea, however, whenever im in the right mood, nothing stratches the itch in my brain like they do

[@rknrlgrl6146]

I’m not generally a fan of this type of music and the guitar gymnastics that go along with it but there is absolutely no question these are some talented dudes...and I love their sweaters and Tim is a gorgeous man :)

[@prs149]

What is wrong with you....gest kidding

[@ericsolzak6019]

I LOVE the Murdock from the A-Team look you've got going today!

[@lwcarr3879]

Yay!! Welcome to the Polypherie! I proudly wore a The Darkness t-shirt to the Polyphia show in Dallas.... 🙂!

[@JustinHawkinsRidesAgain]

Cheers!!

[@J0man1]

Saw them live in Australia recently. Absolutely loved it. They've got room to grow in stagemanship to enhance their gigs but exceptional playing ability. Zero disappointment.

[@_LoveMeKnot]

Should get Tim on the podcast

[@JustinHawkinsRidesAgain]

I'd love that! Not sure he would want to though!

[@raquelsnt]

​@@JustinHawkinsRidesAgainhow it could be possible tha he don't want? I can't believe it!

[@rupe82]

Agreed. It wouldn't surprise me if Tim is aware of the channel since he has a big KZbin presence.

[@SonofZug9]

@@JustinHawkinsRidesAgainI think he would

[@Yryahii]

@@SonofZug9 I agree!

[@RosieHarp]

I hear about bands I've never heard of on this channel. I like that ⭐️👍

[@aprilkurtz1589]

Looks like Polyphia is having fun, which was not evident before. Their playing is stunning, and the rhythm section is tighter than a hungry boa constrictor. Believe it or don't, there is some 12 year old kid listening to Polyphia who is already as good as Tim Henson. My whole philosophy when I was actively playing is: Somewhere there's a 12 year old that can whip my ass on bass. I only compete with myself. I'm a perfectionist. It's freaking hard to live up to my own expectations, I can't be bothered to think about how bassist "L" is better than me. EXcellent video, Justin, and I'm glad you have an Aunt Maude. Weed is fun.

[@schmoosmith]

I saw these guys in Bristol a couple of months ago without ever having heard of them. They were absolutely spectacular!

[@sues6944]

Love the jacket, I remember Christmas time when your Aunt Maud provided you with fabulously tasteful cardis and jumpers. That beige number behind you looks the bomb (wonders to myself, does it fit JH?) I sure hope so! This August Autumn might be the time to borrow Aunty's wardrobe. Some blues in there but I hear Jazz guitar mostly. As John Thomson would say, "Nice"... 😉

[@harryman5747]

I’ve been playing guitar for quite a few years and these guys just blow my fucking mind! I actually start to have a flipping panic attack just thinking of trying to learn even a lick or two LOL! All around all fantastic musicians just mind blowing 🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘

[@leddygee1896]

The ghost of Jeff Beck is hovering above it all...

[@WhoCaresAlisha]

I like the one song they did with Sophia Black. I like how she sings reaaaaaallly fast with the rift.

[@TheFinalIllusion]

“Remember that you will die” is a translation of the Latin “memento mori”

[@ZuzuTheLemon]

I had a very real great aunt Maud, I think about her every time you tell us you're visiting yours. I only met her once, she had a face like a toad and told me she didn't like my shoes...I was only about 6!

[@NinStardust]

😂 Sounds like as much of a legend as Justin’s Aunt Maud(e)… Never know how to spell that right 😅 🦅🤓…💖

[@Rocksarum]

​@@ZuzuTheLemonHi Zuzu🍋!😊 What a lovely aunt yours...😅 Don't worry, that seems to be a common thing in families worldwide🤣 🦅🤓...❤🥰

[@ZuzuTheLemon]

@@Rocksarum well, I'm glad it's not just me!!

[@felderup]

the things in the water, it looks like one of those dolphin subs, shallow depth submarines, introduced in the 80's, steered with front flippers, tail replaced with a jet pump.

[@kingfishercomputing9497]

Greetings to Justin’s Aunt Maude. Also, I would like to know which Argos she shops at, as mine does not appear to sell Stratocasters of any colour, much less that awesome red!

[@andishawjfac]

Ah my favourite youtuber watching my favourite band. What a lovely video for a rainy UK afternoon. Thanks Justin.

[@ljmiller96]

"National Lampoon Presents: Holy Smokes Polyphia" must happen!

[@MashaT22]

I love Justin’s doo littily doos! And his jumper opinions! 😂😂😂

[@bonnywail]

Blues rock most definitely..It's the dynamics that evolve..Tom has a wonderful way of adding lots of nuances and punctuation in his playing but essentially it's just a dynamic approach to an old formula... Blues 💙

[@turbzyangling]

Only Justin could wear a cap like that.

[@marcushand1957]

Saw them live a few years back (pre neck tattoos and sweaters!) in a small, sweaty venue playing to about 200 people, they were seriously good and a lot more fun than I would have expected. Prefer their earlier stuff - first album Muse and the Most Hated EP - more song/melody focused.

[@menaceskitz27]

I'm in the music video of this!!

[@chewbaccarampage]

Justin, I've recently discovered an instrumental metal band named Asterism. I've found them more palatable compared to Polyphia. You might like their song Dawn or Moon Rising. Lots of blues rock influences.

[@paulmurphy9293]

So glad you got it! These guys have the catchiest American riffs since the MIGHTY Van Halen 1978-1984. The Jungle, G.O.AT. Champagne, Playing God, Euphoria, Crush, Transcend, Aviator, 40oz etc etc etc What's not to love?

[@ParsleyPunch]

Broadcasting from my Aunt Maude's reading and sewing room, about the most middle class utterance I've ever heard 😂

[@davekaplowitz1020]

Justin, this is just a suggestion. Interview Erik Gronwall. He's got a heck of a story. I'm sure people that don't know of him would love it. He's got one of the best voices I've ever heard and he's now lead singer of Skid Row! He's from Sweden and his journey hasn't been easy but it is incredible.

[@raquelsnt]

The guitar sounds cool in the song! But the best is your comments on the video! Who does not have a photo into the typical phone box in London or emulating to The Beatles's picture crossing the road?! If you go to London you need do both things at all 😂 I love your broadcast from your aunt's reading-sewing room, with all this clothes back to you! I was thinking you were into a dressing room! So we will waiting with pasion and love your broadcast videos from the place you chose during your travel! I didn't understand very well the final thing you said...from where you are going to film next! It will my surprise!

[@blackraro]

Just casually rips some Polyphia runs during the outro 😂😮😊

[@Viper-dz2kw]

I just wish he would listen to GOAT, that was 100% the peak of them mixing catchiness with crazy flexing stuff

[@MK_2023.]

Polyphia back again with the same song for the 10th time.

[@bendtowardsthesun]

The National Lampoon's side commentary took me the f*ck out 😄 Super accurate.

[@adamtwd88]

National Lampoon's: Polyphia Go On Holiday In Europe - got me 😅😅

[@AdamForeman]

Poliphia sounds like if Skrillex played guitar and bass guitars.

[@alexrosario423]

That comment can only be made by someone who doesn't really listen to what they hear when they hear polyphia or skrillex. They're completely different. The only thing they share in common is that there's a lot going on in what they make. Everything within what's going on is completely different. I get it. A lot of people are put off when they're overwhelmed by the music they hear, but then they make really bad rationalizations about it because they don't really understand what they just heard.

[@ComradeJae]

​@@alexrosario423also a comment written by someone not old enough to remember when Sonny/Skrillex was in the band From First To Last lol

[@alexrosario423]

@@ComradeJae context is everything, and when people bring up skrillex they're obviously referring to his solo projects which are far more iconic. Also, I'm probably older than you, you're just a contrarian who ignores the point if it means you can get an empty rhetorical "victory".

[@ComradeJae]

@@alexrosario423 I wasn't talking about you...

[@StuNoonum]

Has anyone got a towel to mop up all the sarcasm this is dripping with? Laughed so hard at the national lampoon's comments!

[@Jade-ms2ys]

Gosh so much to love about this video! Catching the headphones from falling, classic scrunch move.... love the wardrobe in the back, I agree with another commenter here, see if the beige fits you (?) would be fun... and your spontaneous commentary (European hot spot commentary) brilliant. Excellent commentary of course, nice and supportive of the young lads, be cool to invite Tim on your show.

[@Nicolasmondragon707]

JUSTIN FUCKING HAWKINS RIDES AGAINNNNN!! 🎸🎶🎶

[@timwhite5562]

I listen Polyphia and think "wow, they're really good." Then i think "what did he do just then?" Then i think "I'm hungry, what do i have in the fridge?" Then "shit, i think there's Gen Tso from the other night," then i remember "ah shit that's right, i tossed that out." Then i think "wait, is this still the same song or is it the next track? They're definitely good, but everything kind of sounds the same. The songs just kind of run into each other."

[@heremianikora9949]

"I've always admired their sweaters" - Justin Hawkins

[@maxattack5338]

They're very good, the kind of good that makes you fight the little jealous demon in yourself that says to say they're not any good.

[@stevesheroan4131]

A mature take.

[@allisonhauser]

Maybe they need a scat solo by you Justin

[@MariaFrancesca]

I said before of them that I like Tim's looks but not the music, and I do stand by that 🙂A visually stunning look is not the worst.

[@frankguy6843]

Saw another person comment about how the underlying melodies and chord progressions aren't insane, and that's what grounds Polyphia. Also makes it more approachable for newer guitarists, sort of learn as you go, get the melody down then add all the fancy flourishes and bits as you go

[@frank7982]

After watching their most recent live performance video, I feel like I get them now. They're music videos never had the same effect for me - but watching them perform live bings the human energy that their pre-recorded stuff feels like its missing. It's like with instrumental Jazz or Classical, you really need to see it live to appreciate the virtuosic performance of their instruments. It makes such a big difference that I feel like they've made a big mistake not doing this from the beginning - especially since their songs are purely instrumental and don't have singing to draw you in. IMHO, they should be doing what Vulfpeck and Snarky Puppy do and make all their recordings as truly live performances.

[@prs149]

I'm 59 and ive always have "gotten them"

[@cnccccccd]

Its a seabreacher/hydro attack I think, the boat thing. Like a semi submersible boat built to look like a dolphin or shark that dives under the surface of the water at speed and pops back up in a wee jump. Looks terrifying tbh.

[@8BitChad]

The video came out for Reverie on the 25th but was released on RTYWD

[@eweng903]

Think the Reverie cover might have been easier if the Strat had C# tuning. If it had been, I think the melody of the guitar would be an E minor pentatonic scale, commonly used by great bands like Led Zep, Black Sabbath, Judas Priest, and Motörhead. Have seen Polyphia live, they are indeed an enjoyable alt metal band.

[@zaniwoob]

I just want to say, thank your for your dedicated polyphia appriciation channel.

[@PooNinja]

Its hard to even skat this let alone play it on a guitar. Tim is my spirit animal

[@juanbeirutty7447]

Loving the analysis ✌🏻🌟🎶🎸❤️Cheers jJ:>

[@robertcreighton4635]

Never heard of them. I'll check them out

[@captainshiner42]

I was at the St. Louis show in this video. I've probably seen more crowdsurfing at that show(Unprocessed, a KILLER progressive band from Germany opened for them) than I've seen at ANY metal show I've been to.

[@cjlister8508]

I like listening to them every know and then, but without vocals I struggle to get really into them. Which is odd as I love EDM.

[@rastanz]

They kind of remind me of Dave Martone a Canadian instrumental guitarist only more progressive. Oodles of talent, catchy tunes, I enjoyed this.

[@Rocksarum]

No mic hiding the fretboard!🎸 Yayyyyy👍

[@Rocksarum]

But tooo close shot frame!!!😓

[@Rocksarum]

Lovely eyes anyway 🤩 (are they green? Thought they were light brown😉) ...🎶maybe I should check before I write...this comment🎶😅😊

[@RompusJr]

"maybe I'll give it a go" *tries to play polyphia* "eh maybe I'll just listen" that's me lmao

[@NinStardust]

Can’t help but feel that Aunt Maude is a bad influence on you. Stay there more often! 😂😂😂 There’s a devastating lack of knitwear in this music video. 😔 Polyphia letting us down there… 😂 Love to Aunt Maude! 🥰 Ps. Someone please tell Justin he’s NOT a Boomer! You’re Gen X Justin! You’d have to be old enough to be Ru’s dad to be a Boomer! 😝

[@Rocksarum]

Hi Nin!😊 I think he's not even Millenial or Gen Y, he's Gen Z (remember he's 28🤣) 🦅🤓...❤🥰

[@NinStardust]

@@Rocksarum😳Very good point! But if Justin’s 28, then I’m 25! Everyone keeps telling me I don’t look old enough to be born in the ‘80’s anyway! 😂 🦅🤓…💖

[@Rocksarum]

@@NinStardust So then I'm 18!🤣🤣🤣 🎶🎶🎶"I'm in the middle The middle of life I'm a _girl_ and I'm a _woman_ I'm eighteen and i like it Yes I like it"🎶🎶🎶 👍😉

[@NinStardust]

@@Rocksarum Yeah… there’s parts of me that feel about 80 but most of me acts as if I’m still 15… that was the year PTL came out, so I can live with that 😂😂😂 🥰

[@Rocksarum]

@@NinStardust I share your feelings🫶, I also do things that I might regret after🫣...but then I think: OK what's done is done😂😂😂

[@YoungCoconuttt]

you know if you’re hungry there’s always better alternatives than having a bite of your cap!

[@PLively]

All very clever, if seemingly quite sterile and devoid of any "soul". But this review does not have enough Knitwear content which I think would move me more than the music would ever do.

[@kaiying74]

I've liked the stuff of theirs I've heard recently, it comes across more melody driven.

[@johnquinn1836]

Sweet Citroën C5 reference

[@sjstone2077]

i recognise that guitar… have fun travelling!!!

[@TheMeaningfulWorkMaven]

Wow, I love your energy Justin Hawkins!! 🥳🎉🔥

[@the_grAyLIEN]

Remember that you will die is “Memento Mori” in English, right?

[@whatifindbeautiful]

"I've always admired their sweaters" lol

[@Flaskkorv]

nah. It's definitely their jumpers. all about the jumpers

[@destiny-theseries]

It's an amazing album. It's one thing to be an amazing musician like they are, but to create your own style AND be able to write great melodies? Amazing...

[@kevinlougachi6696]

Hands down the best critic of jumpers

[@edma812]

90s boy band + bedroom guitar playing + fashion clothes = Polyphia

[@homelesstreesable]

+ tattoos

[@DM0407]

+ insane talent

[@edma812]

@@DM0407 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@glenh2752]

+stealing boomer scales

[@Tityretupatulae]

Backstreet Boys had less writers for their songs

[@nickjackson2421]

My irregular drunk message to say, Justin your show is brilliant. Don't stop! (unless you want to like).

[@chrisg5271]

16 years younger ? Ok can’t get my head round that one

[@I3R0K3N7FEET]

Hi Justin, Remember you will die is the literal english translation of 'Memento Mori'.

[@biloki3079]

It sounds very Jazzy to me.

[@davebritton7648]

Doing the scene from 'The Titanic' at 6:54.

[@captainshiner42]

Keep in mind that Jimi Hendrix is Tim Henson's all-time favorite guitarist.

[@fliprim]

Dang! New here. This stuff is really interesting. Thx, Hawkins.

[@MrJctii916]

Justin's Jumpers.... New store idea, I'll give you that for free

[@deViIle]

Maybe I just haven’t slept enough, but it just sounds like a soulless cover of Don’t forget Your Roots by Six60

[@concretel10n]

Will Tim Henson ever make an appearance on JHRA:TJoV:PotMT?

[@danmccormick4039]

"i hope?" ya me tooooo

[@chrissiem6744]

Maybe you should interview Aunt Maude for a podcast hour? She'll have lots of interesting stories..

[@suzirox6599]

Can not wait to see the darkness but Justin you've got some giant moths in your hat department. Thought I'd better give you a heads up ❤❤❤

[@Nick.Webster]

How could a boy from near Oulton Broad not start telling tales of watching hydrofoil and powerboat racing on those long summer evenings?

[@martineichholz5189]

Saw them live and found the technical wizardry (which I admire) thoroughly soulless. Will stick to listening to them on KZbin.

[@dcsoda1]

Lol

[@arongerbes3135]

I’m only looking at the hat . That a dog taken a bite of it 😊

[@MariaFrancesca]

Swiss moths are huge...

[@sweetpandora2685]

Looks like Justin survived the Black Shuck. 😳

[@revwillyg6450]

Tim looks like a kid in BTS joined a rock group

[@peterbanos703]

It's loud enough guitar if you plug it into some good amp :D

[@wadebox5430]

They should do a long winded album and call it Polyphia Prolyphica

[@davegoehrig7674]

oh hell you're a year older than me... god I aged gracefully :)

[@Tityretupatulae]

Industry plant. They have 7 extra writers in each of their songs

[@rickjason215]

Are there phone boxes in London? Those Adam’s Apple tattoos must have hurt.

[@raquelsnt]

I have read that they keep them like an historical treasure. I've only been in London once in my life 16 years ago 😅 and they were there!

[@rickjason215]

@@raquelsnt I am old enough to remember phone boxed in New York. The drug dealers would use them to make deals and not be tapped.

[@raquelsnt]

@@rickjason215 lol in Spain it happened the same!