Karnivool - Aeons (Ghost City Sessions)

[@daafithelikopterman8345]

I had this friend who died from pulmonary embolism (lungs filled with fire?). In the daytime we had her funeral (a cremation), a couple of hours later I went to see Karnivool live and they ended their set with this one. One of the most powerful music-experiences in my life.....

[@fiveeyes2802]

Sorry for your loss.

[@Vooligan]

I'm so sorry for your loss stranger...I'm also so glad this song/band helped you. They help me every single day.

[@andymurray5045]

I'm so sorry man

[@jaymonius546]

Who the fuck incorporates song lyrics when they talk about the death of their friend do you seriously have no shame? You should be disgusted by yourself.

[@michaelanderson18]

For me... it more like nails trying to get out of my lungs 🫁 they bounced around with every heart broken 💔 breath... That was a tough week b4 I went to the hospital 🏥

[@matteobdrums]

What a drummer

[@ghostofsaul]

what a band, dont u mean?

[@ghostofsaul]

haha

[@VeronicaDelViento]

It is pretty obvious he wants it, and I don't see any problem or joke in that.

[@ArturoGarcia007]

homo or no homo, he probably does really want to.

[@martinbrown1913]

I would get gay with Steve Judd anyday

[@thereignofdando]

It’s pretty nuts that a band this great exists.

[@dev46195]

What a piece of work!! Absolutely nailed it.Camera is more obsessed with big muscle Steve . Hoped to see more of Jon.

[@thegreatbosch]

have you tried Caligula's Horse?

[@thereignofdando]

@@thegreatbosch Of course! Insane band. We opened for them when they came to New Zealand.

[@thegreatbosch]

@@thereignofdando oh my absolute Buddha! That is so cool. What are you guys called? I would love to see them live they were gonna tour US but covid, Im sure they'll tour eventually.

[@thereignofdando]

@@thegreatbosch They are unreal. Like annoyingly flawless live, and really really nice guys. So good. Our band is called Claemus :)

[@alexandernilssonmusic]

I didn't like Asymmetry at release. I listened to it once or twice but didn't get it, so I left it, lamenting the fact that the band that had produced Sound Awake had gone bad. A few years later I decided to give it another chance. And damn. It hit me like a f****g train. I now believe it's one of the most beautiful pieces of music ever created. Nothing changed except my perception. I wasn't ready for Asymmetry, but now I'm just glad I get to live in an era where works of art like this is created. Thanks Karnivool.

[@tristendry2089]

Same experience here. Really goes to show it’s worth revisiting an album, song or even a whole band you used to not like.

[@Bence205]

Ditto here. Though it didn't take me that long to get the vibe of Asymmetry, but it sure was a wild trip after the first two albums. And this was like 10 years ago. Karnivool has been my favourite band for the better part of my adult life. The arrangements are just amazing. Insane dynamics and truly groundbreaking instrumentals, it's the most mindful music I've come across all these years. And the vocals and lyrics are something else. It's basically poetry, it's not at all straightforward and can be interpreted a number of ways, and even after all these years I get immense joy from listening to their albums. I still discover guitar parts I haven't been able to isolate because it all blends together so nicely. And lyrics wise my most recent discovery is that the first two albums mostly convey themes that fit the individual and his/her experiences and struggles, while Asymmetry to me paints a broader picture of societal themes that translate very well to what we see going on in the world today. They've released these over 8 years, from 2005-2013, and I am not at all surprised they have a hard time following up with their fourth release, as they have produced more miracles in these few years than most acts could hope for in decades. I was lucky enough to see them live in 2023, had to book a trip to London, but it was well worth it. When they drop the new release, I will be sure to catch up with them on their european tour!

[@bigrob966]

I CAN'T STOP LISTENING TO THIS SONG. IT'S BEEN TWO WEEKS. SEND HELP.

[@phendrix3876]

2 weeks??? Wait til it's been 7 years and you still pull this one up ;)

[@theeviljames]

Help is here: that's how we all react :)

[@ruggeronorge1]

After 6 years....no luck

[@tarkenton3895]

@Lorenzo Alec what a clear scam lmao. Two similarly formatted usernames, replied within one day of the first comment (which is clearly a scam cause I've seen it on multiple vids). I'd be shocked if you managed to get some poor idiot to fall for this.

[@Knockedlooser]

This is happening to me with another song by them, Sky Machine

[@acecc4000]

If I could express with words what this band does with me I would have been an artist myself

[@krzysztofwojturski4948]

7+ years experiencing this track, some sessions over and over. never dissappointed

[@paulalmond9341]

This song will always be a reminder of where I am, and where I have been.

[@Unearthlywhales]

This band is golden but the Bass player is really amazing. It becomes the song and makes sure it has an important part to play which I really appriciate. This band is crazy good!

[@dougiemonday]

Karnivool is pure magic. I challenge people to find me a band this diverse in their soundscapes and do all of them so l well there’s plenty of bands out there that do a lot of soundscapes and they’re good at some and not good at others. These guys are just authentic and weird and none of it sounds contrived. It’s amazing. I didn’t fall in love with their first album. I fell in love with their second album and then when the third one came out, I was just blown away. I just couldn’t get over how good it is. Couldn’t stop listening to it still. After falling in love with the second and third album I went back and listened to the first and understood it in a completely different light and I see how amazing it is as well but the path they took in their progression was just absolutely perfect for me I think can imagine at the very least why they haven’t put out another album because it’s gotta be hard to write anything that sounds good. After writing all the content they’ve written absolutely beautiful. I do think they’ll come out with another album. I just hope that they stay as committed to their authenticity and their art. This is Life like find me another band that does all this And does it this well and then does it as well live. It’s unbelievable. I challenge anyone to literally tag me with another live performance of another band that does something as eclectic, diverse, dynamically speaking, and performed and executed on this level please I would love to hear it. The challenge isn’t one of fuck you it doesn’t exist. It’s please show me that I beg you. Sorry this was a ramble. Talk to text while I’m driving, but I just can’t plead and beg someone read this someone tag me someone find something this good

[@91804893]

This band has become one of my all time favorites! KARNIVOOL forever!

[@Chef8898]

Time for a new album...

[@NicMachiavelli]

I hope you already know Oceansize

[@Nichstagram]

Drew playin' a Tele. Sweet.

[@connykondylom]

Murray River Looks like a Blacktop Baritone Tele

[@GhostCityRecordings]

Peter Sundström it is!

[@connormcdermott1985]

+Murray River Pointing out a tele past a PRS >.>

[@billmint8122]

+Connor McDermott Why would he point out the PRS? They always use those.

[@jakelerch3692]

Murray River i have the same one. Its a baritone. GREAT sounding and playing. Amazing price too

[@Knightkrawla34]

God I wish the song ended like this on the album......Stockman at the end is just icing on the cake....beautiful

[@luisfaraudo2953]

This is pretty much impossible to unlike.

[@lorkhan610]

Musicwise - doubtlessly yes. But I don't like the camera. Seems like they don't know the song and are overchallenged by the various song parts. It's like "Oh, that drum piece was good - I've got to film the drummer!! ... oh, too late. Maybe the guitar? Oh, damn it - now I want to film the bass!" :D So they just hold onto Kenny because filming the singer is all you've got to do in modern days. But not in bands like Karnivool...

[@luisfaraudo2953]

lorkhan610 Totally agree with you, the camera work is not that great and pretty damn obvious, like you said; but the definition of the video itself is pretty good, and of course, it's never a bad thing to see this awesome musicians doing their thing from a "close range"..

[@adampaterson7188]

Luis Faraudo Couldn't agree more.. Saw them at The Roundhouse in London a fews nights ago and they were flawless

[@renatodiaz8168]

Luis Faraudo 24 douchbags doesnt like's your post xD

[@luisfaraudo2953]

And by proxy, they don't like the video itself. Double douchebaggery going on in here.

[@TinaTinaf]

Why that kind of genre doesn't reach a millions of view? This is a real music

[@Guitaristguy]

That drummer is one groovy fuck. Excellent.

[@michaelenders3600]

This Arizona man has been a fan for 20+ years!!

[@majorminus66]

Seriously, why aren't these guys the most famous prog band in the world

[@davidcohen_]

Because Dream Theater exists :p

[@zipperblues6714]

@@davidcohen_ pfffft

[@PlaysWithChildren]

@David Cohen You mean TOOL*

[@kayvan671]

@@davidcohen_ 🤮🤮🤮

[@efrax.gravityblaster.666]

​@@davidcohen_ boredom theater

[@moxshyfter]

I lost count of how many times I've watched this video. These guys just blow my mind with how well they can craft such a dark, melodious song with strikingly powerful lyrics.

[@GianxM90]

That look on Jon's face at 3:47-3:50 is a look of "goddamn we sound amazing" and of course you do, as usual. Fucking beautiful performance. Goosebumps all around.

[@pchug]

These Ghost City sessions are a lil treat whenever I feel like it!

[@shaunp5033]

Cool story, my band was playing with Steve, the drummers old band "hope here gone" when the boys from Karnivool rocked up, turns out they were recruiting him... bloody good move. He is outstanding

[@ryanstinson726]

he mentioned that on the downbeat podcast that’s cool

[@shaunp5033]

@ryanstinson726 oh really? I need to find that

[@ryanstinson726]

craig reynolds downbeat podcast it’s a great episode

[@surajvarma9831]

Heads up! Coming here in 2024. Much love from India. Thank you for this masterpiece 🙏❤

[@Aaron1523Arlikatti]

Once the guitar riff kicked in, that was when I knew I would have this track on repeat for months on end..

[@thobydavis7649]

One of the greatest songs of all time in my opinion

[@elvisjohn9727]

I'm about to see them live tomorrow. Again after 10 damn years. It's beautiful how Karnivool never ages

[@fabioadias]

Best. Band. Out. There.

[@b.scottfarthingsworth]

bassman is incredible with those chords up top, drummer slick, great band and songs

[@thestylishpsychologist]

The music of Karnivool is like a musical Big Bang - a creation of the universe and, in equal measure, an end to the universe. It's profoundly deep both musically and lyrically - an emotional explosion that caresses the mind and soul. The sonic landscapes they craft feel like the genesis of something monumental, and yet, there's an undeniable sense of closure in every note. Karnivool's artistry is a journey that transcends the boundaries of mere sound; it's a cosmic experience that resonates with the very essence of existence. I've found myself immersed in a world where each note is a celestial body, and every lyric is a constellation of profound thoughts. It's as if their music possesses the power to create and unravel the cosmos at will. Karnivool has become not just a band to me, but a cosmic force - an entity that defines the very fabric of my musical universe.

[@djkeown1]

You guys should definitely get Karnivool back when their new album arrives!!! These are my favourite live videos ever recorded, and I'd love to see some of the new songs in this way :)

[@GhostCityRecordings]

Thanks buddy! That's so good to hear from you! The Karnivool guys are always invited at our house. Hopefully we'll see them again as soon as possible! :)

[@andypmz07]

they're working on a new album ?

[@bishen09]

Yes they are! Its out soon.

[@OllieSouthwood]

Oh my sweet prince...

[@talalahmed608]

wait a minute what new album ??????

[@546Scott]

2024 and I could only wish this band comes out with some new music!!!

[@shivenmehru]

Attended Karnivool’s Tricontinental Drift tour here in Delhi. Aeons was part of the setlist and god it sounded the exact same live, they were so so good! In the end Steve threw his drumsticks in the crowd and I got hold of one mid air 😭❤️ Best Night Ever!

[@MrIronwarrior99]

This song soothes my soul.

[@flobanez]

This is my favorite track off the album. Such a masterpiece.

[@oleksandrchepalov]

When I breathe again, Will my lungs fill with fire? When I breathe again, I hope it's ok Will I see again? When the smoke clears, who will still remain? When I see again, I hope it's ok... This lyrics is touching my soul. One of the most underrated bands ever.

[@ruthryan6347]

The drummer: completely focused

[@ResolutionForRemedy]

Favorite song off this record! Keep up the musical awesomeness gents. Please, for the sake of all.

[@djsteink]

Hey look, it's Mark Tremonti on the drums! Seriously though, I friggen love this song and love this performance.

[@knudek]

"When I breathe again, I hope it's ok" - drive me to tears every fkcin time...

[@acecc4000]

I am in awe

[@ishan101]

Great drum intro snapping beats, Loved it!

[@Ds-wt1sm]

Who wishes they could come to the U.S. :)

[@BTBwebstudio]

:Ds preferably New Orleans!!

[@carlmanu]

They have been in the US twice I believe.

[@jbasti227]

Same 😫

[@andreathegoosemother]

​@carlmanu seen them in the US during those 2 times..and once in Canada. Definitely need more US/Canada tours

[@reading-ambience-e8f]

4:21 - 5:04 This is the most beautiful thing I have ever heard in my life.

[@Bernsong]

Every time I listen to this album,I'm amazed by the impressive guitar works and the mix.

[@nebulafilmes]

South America waiting for you, guys.

[@charlesflores6819]

Por favor! Hasta ahora los espero!

[@ryanhewey5963]

Incredible,mates. Absolutely beautiful

[@MrIronwarrior99]

Lost count of how many times i have watched this. Its deeply soothing. Love karnivool!.

[@CliffConway]

One of their best songs...I love it

[@danalacerais8045]

I could listen to this band at any time. I hope they tour the US sometime.

[@Skanoza]

Super! I am sold. Thank you, KZbin!

[@davidallen9598]

I feel like no one knows about this band in North America. I am booking tickets to see them in the UK on my own. And can't wait.

[@jasongallman2032]

For what it's worth I try to turn people on to them. From Virginia u.s.a.

[@adam872]

That snare sound is fantastic. The song's great too of course ;-)

[@GhANeC]

My taste would ask a bit more volume of Jon's bass and a little bit less of Drew's guitar. But that's me. It's freakin awesome, besides that.

[@akshatsahay9015]

yup. bass should be slightly higher.

[@garrydhintz8017]

Turn that shit up. It should literally be just as loud as the drums. He's getting lost in the mix and I KNOW DAMN WELL it's not his rig or that Warwick he's playing.

[@schpleeb]

such an emotionally-charged song. Definitely one of my favourites from Asymmetry. If I had to pick one, it would be either Sky Machine or We Are. You are all fucking legends. See you in Bristol in a few weeks

[@innickwetrust6657]

musical geniuses

[@anupvasudev1714]

In the "Alpha Omega" video, I posted a comment saying "Please do Aeons." I am so happy I could just die. I don't really know where life goes from here. Chemical fires are signalling I'm dead and gone. :')

[@chrominox]

Anup Vasudev Dont forget the Mumbai 2012 show, bro.

[@nomeru_0]

Anup Vasudev you know they filmed these two songs in one session right? Lol

[@Jackal_Blitz]

This about brings me to tears it's so good... That little outro at 6:45 is exactly why Jon Stockman is my favorite bassist. He's so tasteful.

[@SinuousGrace]

Gawd Damn This may be the best musical piece I've ever heard on KZbin. Stunning. Almost heart-wrenching.

[@blackhavoc1320]

😂 fr tho

[@VRProductions1]

Favorite band ever! Shout out from Oz land! Looking forward to The Praxis Tour May 2019!

[@Natsuhiiboshii]

This is fantastic!

[@Vectif]

Thank you for this beautiful performance and recording. It honestly had me in tears many times throughout the years. As happy and sad moments came along and passed by, I've always found a haven here. Thank you.

[@jessehogan9506]

Just saw them again in Perth for their Monolith tour after a couple years of pushbacks. I will always make it out to their shows as long as I still stand and they are around

[@serphalanges2283]

Ugh it's disgusting how much I love their sound. Like Isis (the band) and Tool mixed together. It's lovely.

[@drummer265]

I just found this and the alpha video and have been utterly obsessed with watching them. Quality is lightyears ahead of the moshcam vids of these guys live, and obviously Karnivool is incredible regardless

[@metallersai]

I think there's a pulse But I don't remember feeling Anything close to this And I don't know if it's worthwhile But I hope so 'Cause I don't feel so well No I don't feel so well I've gotta keep a grip on this But the rising tide could still Pull us underneath And leave us to the ocean Either way I'm starting to feel like something's wrong with this poison 'Cause in my veins it's burning And I hope you hold a place for us Far enough away From all the flames they like to tell us burn And I hope you hold a way for us But I don't really know you I don't really know you... Why the hell did I seek the truth? Of all I see in its reflection But part of me regrets it And I just wanted to see Now it's clear We're alone in this It's your funeral, it's your dying day So make amends For the end will leave us nothing It's your funeral, it's your dying day So make amends, one last stand Then leave with nothing! When I breathe again, Will my lungs fill with fire? When I breathe again, I hope it's ok Will I see again? When the smoke clears, who will still remain? When I see again, I hope it's ok... Chemical fires will signal we're dead Chemical fires will signal we're dead Chemical fires will signal we're dead and gone Chemical fires will signal we're dead and gone Chemical fires will signal we're Chemical fires will signal we're

[@EvanGkolfin]

got the chills god damn sooo good

[@Redmarkgo]

We need more of this! Simply awesome.

[@AGUIFRAN]

This song is amazing!!!

[@dave-d]

Ha! Who would have thought it? There are still some real artists left in the music industry then. Simply blown away guys. Karnivool rocks. Sublime and deep work. Respect.

[@lukesandersondrums]

That ending was beautiful.. These guys just make subtle changes to their songs live that just make them that much more musical and artistic.

[@billiemack64]

What a sick band. And I love that the homies are rocking the tele/prs combo

[@Squeakin8or]

This guys are legit. Instantly sold

[@michaelenders3600]

HELL YES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! ROCK ON HUGE FAN!

[@sabanhill3753]

Wow so good I cant believe I just found them....

[@TheMetalChef38]

Awesome! Loving this

[@tol.M_ngo]

One of the best Rocksongs ever written, if you ask me... What a instant Goosebumps-Generator Level 3000 deluxe MK II.!!!! Holy F*ck. They may have smoked too much kangaroo-bones or why is this piece of music so intense??? Saw them live to their asymmetry-Tour an it was a celebration of life beyond imagination. Holy Schmoke... ⚜⚜⚜ S A I L H A T A N ! ! ! ⚜⚜⚜ ✳✳✳ 6 6 6 ✳✳✳ ❌❌❌

[@omnibusprimephd7914]

These guys and Katatonia sound really similar. both have an awesome heavy groove to them.

[@nuclearcollapse]

this song makes you listen to it over and over and over...

[@Arik1989]

1:11 is so powerful, every time

[@cala1979]

i only recently discovered Karnivool . How luck am I!!! Amazing song amazing band!

[@viniciusmocci]

Freakin' awesome band

[@jackforsey1622]

unbelievably incredible version, of one of fave Vool songs and fave songs ever :) bring on album number 4!

[@darrenbond4280]

The sign of a great Band is when the guitarist is not afraid to rock out wearing a Simon & Garfunkel T-Shirt. Respect

[@rjwdofficial]

thank you #entheos2022

[@nylegibbens7784]

So much love for these guys and the inspiring music they continually create

[@destruction74]

My eyes i watering! Karnivool i Great!

[@spandanbhattacharjee8349]

The epic drumming cured my cancer

[@versusrobots2316]

These guys are the best band out there at the moment.

[@elvisjohn9727]

Vool for life.. what a song

[@RanulfoKnox]

its so hard to play in 5/4, and this drummer does it with ease. this is one of my all times prog rock fav songs

[@DusheMira]

Amazing!! realy awersome song! and nice studio video

[@hungrybren]

over and over and over. this is one of the best things ive heard

[@deftonsleep]

All America is waiting for you guys!! Temaso con che su ma dre!! Toda América los espera!

[@ianhakala3746]

Another great song!!!

[@simono463]

Goin to the 10 year decade tour gig next month and there still as good as its gets live!!! Met the blokes 2 #legends

[@baszt]

amazing song, amazing band, amazing lyrics... i can't stop saying how amazing is this...

[@Edgarflores-wm9ed]

Thrilling performance. Superb!

[@rubbRdukz]

Never felt as much feels as i do when I listen to this. Amazing!

[@themindboggler]

Absolutely phenomenal performance. Breathtaking.

[@maxadrums]

This was of course an absolutely fantastic performance, as always from these guys, but man the MIX is incredible!

[@lizbermea7714]

just so much talent here every time I watch this... I need this whole session to watch fully over and over! Thank you guys for being one of my favs since I very first heard "Simple Boy" in 2009!! I would love to sing with you, Ian!!!