Old Composer REACTS to LEPROUS - At The Bottom | Reaction and Breakdown | Composers Point of View

[@RaphaelWeinrothBrowne]

It was so awesome to come across this today - thanks so much for this video and for your kind words about the song! I'm the cellist from Leprous btw :)

[@NeverlastingPeace]

👌🏾

[@euieui8920]

Love your work

[@RaphaelWeinrothBrowne]

@@euieui8920 Thank you so much! 🙏

[@RaphaelWeinrothBrowne]

@@NeverlastingPeace 🙏🙏

[@Perdeler85]

You’re just amazing! 🤍

[@ronouwe93]

Another vote for 'The Sky Is Red' here. Just an amazing song that you've got to hear! Especially the live video they released.

[@gabrieljimenez5313]

drum playrthrought is better

[@teunsegersofficial]

This!!! And I would also say The Flood, such a unique song. And The Valley is one of their best as well, it has everything.

[@chrisgreen248]

@@gabrieljimenez5313 They way he follows the middle vocal part that sounds 'out' is beautiful. ✌🏻

[@federicomasolini8350]

I'd suggest forced entry,probably their best song

[@matthijsclaessen8152]

Please yes. Pleeeeaaasssee, yes. (-:

[@furculescu]

Leprous just posted this reaction on their insta page.

[@Jason17300]

This album is audiophile pornography.

[@aruarian43]

Well said. 100% agree!

[@phaedruslive]

Felt kind of shallow and toothless compared to Malina or The congregation.

[@MrWirikuta]

@@phaedruslive I think the exact opposite.

[@tomaszmielniczek9662]

Couldn't agree more. We need more Leprous pls #TOOLArmy

[@FrozenSparky]

It's my fav album of 2019. So dynamic

[@falsitta1]

The sky is red by Leprous really shows their skill and diversity with their songs, I can't recommend this song enough.

[@MJ-vd8bj]

Forced Entry too

[@drphdmd7064]

@@MJ-vd8bj +1 Forced Entry

[@Xav1ez]

+1 on both The sky is red and forced entry :)

[@jamescombridgeart]

Yup. +1 'sky is red.' So dynamic and... crunchy?

[@FrozenSparky]

The live version on KZbin is killer!

[@Prognosis__]

By reading the comments it looks like the prog community has fallen in love with your channel geebez

[@benmagill4201]

WE HAVE

[@PGWilson007]

Ahah yep we have😂

[@artwithian2018]

I’ve noticed the same thing. As a massive prog fan myself, I know I certainly have.

[@caderylands742]

I just found his channel and am instantly in love LMAO

[@richardthresh3587]

Well yes, but I came here via JustJP

[@paulfromjupiter]

Leprous live was a revelation. Their drummer is legimately one of the best in the world. They also had a live cellist, or at least did when I saw them with Haken a couple of years ago.

[@connorniemiec8785]

With Haken🤯 Had to be the best concert ever

[@Kelly.sapphire]

That was a great concert. I did the meet and greet also. Cello player is now part of the band. It adds so much.

[@russellzauner]

Baard did a Google Talk lol

[@hroj]

@@Kelly.sapphire Didn't he refuse? but he's still the cello player for recordings and live

[@Kelly.sapphire]

@@hroj u might be right. He is there for live and recordings though

[@Lateralusmaster]

If you like this one of theirs, youll love Bonneville, Distant Bells, and The Sky is Red!

[@joaquinbaume1291]

Bonneville is amazing

[@slucas8_music]

Distant bells is freaking breath taking

[@Psycorde]

Distant Bells doesn't get enough credit, it's on par with The Sky is Red in terms of vocal performance to me, simply beautiful

[@Scirzo]

Bonneville! Yes!

[@Scirzo]

Yes! Distant bells!

[@embrao]

This man's like/dislike ratio is the envy of most KZbinrs

[@FrozenSparky]

A Leprous song! Finally woohoo

[@PhoenixDecim]

That's a perfect profile picture haha

[@FrozenSparky]

@@PhoenixDecim A masterpiece indeed

[@ericlane5949]

Another great band no one’s ever heard of is Rishloo. Check out “Dark Charade.” kzbin.info/www/bejne/nZWpoHuadq6Ch6c

[@mariohippeli8386]

Thank You!

[@dansourile5444]

I LOVE RISHLOO!!! Feathergun is my favorite album of theirs! So underappreciated, that band...

[@joe94c]

@@dansourile5444 freaks and animals is an insane song too

[@cristanecanada]

Yes please, Rishloo would be great!

[@mouseinatutu]

Rishloo are great, but definitely not in the "no one's ever heard of" category. Now take Evership or something and then we'll talk criminally underlistened :P

[@1dudecrush]

I love this song so much 🥵 The Sky is Red is the obvious “single” off the album and it’s some of the most impressive 11 minutes I’ve heard a band perform before, but this song is soooo damn good man

[@filthymitch]

11 minutes long and almost entirely in 11/4 time as well. Genius.

[@landmarksiren]

Only found them in the past year but the sky is red was the first track I saw. Amazing! Bar on the drums, oaft!

[@ianadkinson2852]

If he listens, he should watch the drum playthrough

[@MrWirikuta]

zamzamzam zam zam....oh dude what a song

[@TeaOnTue]

I absolutely love At the Bottom! Definitely one of my favourites from them.

[@samgraham6990]

Leprous is incredible! cant wait for this, PLEASE check out The Sky is Red from the same album. just INSANE

[@kaimeier82]

Best to do the drum playthrough by Baard Kolstad!

[@GrizzlyAt0ms]

Damn. Leprous and Katatonia in one day? This is my reaction channel of choice. Excellent work for you and this community you're building!

[@sgtstank]

I'm partial to a song of theirs, that doesn't seem to ever get requested, called Mirage. Maybe Pelican will make an appearance one day too. 😃

[@connorniemiec8785]

That song is great. So underrated

[@PhilMyu]

Mirage is one of my favorites as well.👍

[@juliennolissep5459]

Ha, I see you are a man of culture as well...

[@VanKirschHandbags]

Mirage is my favorite song of this album ❤️

[@ryanmcgill5048]

Captain Morgan did Mirage on his reaction chanel but i dont think he liked it much lol

[@lacapsuladeltiempo9040]

Leprous best songs to react: The Price Forced Entry The Valley The Sky Is Red

[@teunsegersofficial]

I condone this message! Maybe add The Flood to the list. But definitely Forced Entry and The Valley.... and The Price and The Sky Is Red haha, it's just all so good and unique.

[@Nachtopus]

Leprous - Contaminate Me live is a good one to check out. It features Ihsahn from the band Emperor.

[@tornoutlaw]

I second that!

[@BigblueNF]

@@tornoutlaw Third!

[@Valravn13]

The Sky Is Red from Leprous would blow your mind Other songs: Slave, Third Law, Contaminate Me specifically the live versions from their Live @ Rockefeller Music Hall DVD My personal favorite is called Rewind.

[@James-3000]

mixing electronics/synths (let alone a freakin trap beat) with a metal song is so hard to do right, and these guys make it sound organic & effortless...so glad you featured this band, I'll be taking a deep dive for sure

[@The1nvoker]

I am stoked to finally see Leprous on your channel! Please, do more songs from them! They have so much great stuff, here are a few suggestions: "Below", "From the Flame", "The Sky is Red", "Alleviate", "Illumintate", "The Weight of Disaster". Also, "Slave" (Live At Rockefeller Music Hall) is just phenomenal.

[@DanielGonzalezC]

I wholeheartedly agree with all of these suggestions.

[@Psycorde]

New album came out, would make my day to see your coverage on the fresh material

[@NeverlastingPeace]

The first time I heard Einar's voice I felt the same goosebumps that I felt when I heard Jeff Buckley for the first time. Goddamn what a voice.

[@TheDarkMatter96]

I would like to echo the comment sections suggestions of "The Sky is Red" but also put in a suggestion for "Slave" live at Rockefeller Music Hall. This live performance is according to me even better than the album version because it has just as good of a mix as the studio album but, this live performance was an anniversary for the band so they brought on some old members from the band, and when they played "Slave" at this concert they had a past drummer come on and two drums really adds a lot of the ambiance. The song also shows a bit more of the range that Einar (vocals and keyboards) has. Both of these songs also show of their drummer Baard very well and i think his skill is one of the most outstanding things with this band. On a sidenote on compositions with surprises you also did Ne Obliviscaris(Australians) that have a violinist as main part of the band

[@nocakewalk]

Slave live is just incredibly intense. The Rockefeller video gave me goosebumps all over. I saw them live last summer, and with covid it was a different type of concert, everyone sitting in assigned seats, so a bit more reserved. But when they played Slave I was of course entranced myself, and at the point where he does the scream, this guy a few rows over can't contain himself, and jumps up and screams with him, before sitting down again. I just thought "awesome dude, you did what everyone here wanted to do themselves."

[@derricktipps9867]

I keep being shocked every time the feel changes... lol. I really like it. I love listening to bands that make me think about their creative process, and their influences. This one was a "wtf did i just hear" for me! Gotta get into more.

[@paravarium]

Yes yes yessss. Loving it so much! Caligulas Horse, Sleep Token, and Tesseract are all I'm dying to see left at this point, the rest will just be icing :D

[@marcusweatherbee8195]

Been asking for him to do Bloom and Marigold by Caligula's Horse for a while now. Hopefully he does them i think he'll love it!

[@paravarium]

@@marcusweatherbee8195 I'd go Dream the Dead or Salt, but bands having too many good songs is a plus lol

[@Prognosis__]

Haken too 👍

[@Mistykittykat]

Dream the Dead yasssss

[@theruleofthree]

You’ve got a great listener base if they’ve led to you this gem. Highly recommend “Distant Bells” for another Leprous song with this vibe. I also really want to recommend “Sky Machine” by Karnivool for the same kind of transcendent experience.

[@m4dn3wt]

Sky is Red and Illuminate would be also gret tracks to cover

[@williammann376]

Leprous is in my top 3 along with Haken and Caligula's Horse. Cant go wrong with any of those three.

[@carriejames9018]

Yes, yes, yes!! I could not agree more!! I am obsessed with Caligula’s Horse right now, and Haken and Leprous have dominated my playlists for years. But I would also like to add Pain of Salvation and Devin Townsend to make that list a top 5 😁.

[@dansourile5444]

Same here!! VOLA is entering that same realm for me...

[@aritrasom9536]

Leprous is probably the prog band who's sound will never get old to me, on a league of their own. And their last album was absolutely exquisite tbh.

[@mattcranney9596]

WOW 😲 That is a fantastic track and that voice 🤯

[@brunowilliam7529]

Everyone here requesting The Sky is Red, but i think "Distant Bells" or basically every song on "Pitfalls" would be worth its own discussion. This album is phenomenal

[@jwalkblue7]

Love Distant Bells and a couple of others, but imo this is easily their worst album outside of maybe Tall Poppy Syndrome.

[@johnkeenan2595]

I started off on your channel because of TOOL. I am so blessed being able to take this journey with you. Thank you, Thank you, Thank you! I love hearing new music. This is not a "reaction" channel. I like to think of it as a "discovery and education" channel. ❤

[@ThatkidthatpwnsXP]

Baard Kolstad is one of those inhuman drummers. litrally know nothing about drums but ive watched that man play for hours now

[@saulgoodman1390]

I've seen Leprous live and I can tell you, that is not studio magic. Einar is just that breathtaking on vocals!!

[@macont2145]

A perfect circle - The noose 🤙🏻

[@jmartinknoll]

Don't know if you'll read this. I hope you will react to a song from Intronaut at some point. Very talented musicians that are still very unrecognized with respect to their talent. Bit of metal, bit of jazz, and definitely experimental. If you do, best starting songs in my opinion would be Fast Worms, Sore Sight for Eyes, and Procurement of the Victuals/Cubensis. Great choices of songs to react to so far. Keep up the great work!

[@mattvsmetaverse]

Forced Entry. You'll have your "hands" full with it. And it's just a damn good song.

[@sandbergx4416]

Hello. The Dillinger escape plan please. Widower maybe, or limerent death They do cool stuff

[@jen.g.]

Oooh! I’d love to see that!

[@PhilMyu]

Widower, oh yes please!!

[@aruarian43]

After igorrr and clown core i think he's definitely there. I think it's time for some dillinger madness

[@icemancometh74]

One of the most awe inspiring live bands in the business to boot. They nail everything with jaw dropping precision

[@PhilMyu]

You‘re quickly becoming my favorite person to react to my favorite music. Leprous is awesome to dive in. I’d recommend „The Sky Is Red“ or „Bonneville“ next. I’d also like to recommend Agent Fresco from Iceland, who are good friends with Leprous and are often compared with them. They are on the same level for me, just a tad more accessible. Check out „Dark Water“ or „Howls“. Anyway, keep doing what you’re doing!

[@PhoenixDecim]

Agent Fresco is amazing!

[@amemename]

Agent Fresco, pleeeeeaaase!!

[@Lightmarez90]

You should react to Borknagar - up north. Btw i love watching these videos, it gives me more insight for my album I'm working on

[@chriscowolfmann]

Always happy to come here and find a new artist to add to the list. This reminds me of Muse, and that bass guitar tone is wonderful.

[@derricktipps9867]

I can see that muse comparison

[@ubdejones1]

The sky is red: 11:11 duration song is in 11/8 last note is played at 11 minutes

[@danielveda5870]

11 letters in the name as well 😉

[@BimmyJaywalker]

That is spooky

[@banehog]

It goes to 11!

[@teunsegersofficial]

OMG more Leprous please! They're unbelievable. The last three albums they did are among my favorite albums ever. There's a 6-day live-stream going right now where we can see them writing a new song. All the band members know music theory really well, and they really write together, it's beautiful to see.

[@wesmantooth9686]

Since your doing bands you haven’t done yet you gotta listen to Between The Buried And Me. I recommend the song Extremophile Elite.

[@marcusking8507]

Yes! That would be an awesome choice!

[@myriadpath]

i would to see you react to The Dear Hunter, specifically Regress + The Moon/Awake. technically two songs but the transition is seamless and they're both GORGEOUS

[@grundlefly]

My favourite part is when you noticed the cello. Can't wait to see them live today for the first time.

[@toddegoldberg]

..."I play enough just to make myself dangerous." Nice. I like it. Badass.

[@Panda_SMM]

One of the best things about Leprous in my opinion, is that all of their work is pretty different from one another, yet still maintains their core sound which is always brilliant. If you ever get back to this band, which I highly recommend, based on each of their albums would be Phantom Pain, Forced Entry, Coal, Rewind, and finally Coma. My personal favorites from each of their 5 albums leading up to what you listened here on their 6th album. Keep doing what you're doing dude, it's a fun time watching. If you want another band I would also suggest Ne Obliviscaris - Eyrie, you liked different instruments being a surprise, and there's one in this band.

[@Metal.Parrot]

Stumbled upon you on the Leprous instagram. Best reaction channel i have seen. Subbed

[@rhinni]

Yes more Leprous! They offer a very wide range of amazing music.

[@MrDirtyVirus]

THE SKY IS RED PLEASE!!! ITLL BLOW YOUR MIND

[@chrisgregory7161]

The strings on this album were arranged by Chris Baum who plays violin with a great band called Bent Knee. I'd love to see you react to them, they're criminally underrated, quite different from most current prog bands, and their vocalist is jaw-droppingly talented. I think you'd find the song Way Too Long an interesting one to analyse!

[@NicolasPL_]

Now try and listen to Forced Entry XDD it sounds like a totally different band

[@sleven8013]

What a beautiful video and channel. Actual analysis and earnest love for music, not passive ”reaction video”. I appreciate you a lot man. Forced Entry is classic early Leprous. Very reverred in the fandom as a highlight of their discography.

[@iateotw000]

Leprous live at Rockefeller. Excellent performance!

[@LakeVermilionDreams]

I've only really listened to Slave but holy crap I'm glad the fans recommended this song instead!

[@middingg]

You should listen to "Celestial Violence" by Ihsahn, the frontman of Leprous is doing an amazing job on vocals in that song!

[@notsure1350]

I think it's time for you to be introduced to Mr. Mike Patton

[@MarshTheDarsh]

Carousel by Mr Bungle is a must

[@notsure1350]

@@MarshTheDarsh Quote Unquote would also be awesome

[@GryffinTV]

I agree. Good sir, try "We're not alone" by Peeping Tom, which is Mike Patton's child

[@notsure1350]

@@GryffinTV man he could spend weeks just going through all of his bands and projects he's been in.

[@megajuanph11]

You know he's serius when the very first thing he does is open his handbook

[@minbari73]

Pitfalls is a true masterpiece, can listen to it start to finish and never get bored.

[@MrJ19]

The electronic pads percussion really reminds me of In The Air Tonight.

[@davep7589]

Leprous are truly amazing.

[@anksos]

More Leprous songs, once you learn more for them it will be another tool thing for you. From any album.

[@danbalcom8510]

That whole album is a masterpiece and one of my favorite albums in recent years. I highly recommend giving it a full listen. Every one of their albums is different too. Bilateral from 2012 shows some emergence of this sound they have now but mixed with some weird but cool progy heavier stuff. They are one of those bands where theres almost an album for every mood

[@ParallelusReflection]

I'm so glad I discovered Leprous recently, because for one, I am more able than ever, as my musical understanding has grown, to fully appreciate all this magnificent band has to offer; but mainly cause I get to find videos I didn't see from my favorite music analyst and reviewer (Aloha!) and listen along to these masterpieces. What other gems didn't click upon? *excited*

[@TheDillinger123]

I just wanted to thank you man. I love this band, the way you approach music has made me listen to these guys and other bands and just enjoyed them for every part without focusing on certain aspects too much. Thanks for boosting my love for music even more. You're a legend!

[@ckokomo808]

I’m loving the amount of stoppage. It feels like a good amount. You’re able to share more and it’s awesome to hear someone else’s perspective! Thanks for sharing!

[@ghostfish2399]

An amazing Leperous song is Contaminate Me. I just discovered leperous a few weeks ago and the live at Rockefeller completly sold me.

[@nilknoc101]

True mastery of the voice! Good lord.

[@ireneborgese8535]

I ADORE this Song! ❤

[@Chr0n3]

Please do more of them. They are AMAZING!

[@tennenyt5311]

The vocals are absolutely perfect live when I went to see them too

[@chriszilar3657]

The live version of "the sky is red" ....holy crap!!! These guys really nail the uncomfortable intensity with glorious melodic theater!!!!

[@cubb4478]

Aw hey, this is awesome! Thank you so much for these, can’t wait to see some others!

[@Rynnakokki]

Great reaction! I never paid much attention to their new album, but your enthusiasm about this song really rubbed off on me! Check out their song Bonneville as well, it's in the same vein as this song, very ethereal but with a great build and explosive finish (hopefully not giving too much away). Oh and I can't wait for your next Opeth reaction, somewhere this week right? Thanks for your videos and greetings from the Netherlands! Edit: the "-ous" in the name Leprous is pronounced like in "jealous". As in "suffering from leprosy".

[@maximadigital]

"Leprous" is an English word just so you know i.e. "a sufferer of leprosy", one of my favorite diseases

[@rajorshisengupta3276]

define favorite disease XDDD

[@aruarian43]

@@rajorshisengupta3276 i would like an elaboration on that too 😂

[@MoonJellyGames]

"Top 5 diseases" sounds like something Mega 64 would do. 😂

[@maximadigital]

@@MoonJellyGames I'd watch that

[@leo-yd7cf]

Please react to The Sky is Red by Leprous. They have one of my favorite contemporary drummers and I think that track really showcases his creativity.

[@Silver_Something]

I think why you’re reminded of that scene in the 5th element is because this song (band) sound very alien-like. Like music from another world. The band Sigur Ros has the same vibe.

[@Psycorde]

Well, that was intense Really enjoying your breakdowns of Leprous, looking forward to more

[@gersonmartinez5454]

Another bands that I recommend you is: Caligula horse, Agent Fresco, this second one is more alternative

[@miralex67]

Hey just found your channel. I liked your analysis on Leprous. Can you react to Muse? Songs: Citizen Erased, Butterflies and Hurricanes, Knights of Cydonia

[@Kelly.sapphire]

One of my favorite bands! Fell in love with them first time I saw them live. Amazing live show! So many different sounding songs to choose from....heavy to soft and everything in between

[@scsidrum]

Literally just heard this band for the first time. In fact, I was watching a drummer covering The Sky Is Red on KZbin which was fantastic so I thought Geebz must have done these guys and hey presto! I will definitely be tuning into more of their stuff. 👍🏼

[@BillCoz]

Leprous is a band I've never really listened to but have had people suggest them to me. They sound great, thanks for the proper into to them.

[@markusv.4094]

Just discovered your channel and I really enjoy your videos (have just watched the ones about "Toxicity" and "Forty Six & 2"). It's great seeing you not only analyzing the music, but also being emotionally moved by it (I discovered Leprous in 2019 and love most of their stuff, although most of their albums are quite different from each other stylistically).

[@MrAcidKnight]

I saw these guys live in Manchester, it was absolutely phenomenal. So much energy, flawless musicianship and Einar's vocals were studio quality. The heavy moments were absolutely crushing. My dad was going in blind and left the gig a fan. Fantastic, memorable night.

[@Vermillionx]

The first time I listened to this song when they finally dropped that hook, I was so incredibly shaken to the core with emotion. Now, Leprous does this a lot me but this song in particular almost overwhelmed me in the best of ways. Love this band.

[@drphdmd7064]

Leprous is a top five influence on my musical writing style, truly an underrated gathering of genius. I was in dark times when they released this as a single, and I was literally brought to tears. One that most people (probably) aren't going to recommend, despite the plethora of song suggestions for Leprous, I highly recommend "Phantom Pain". It's from their first album, "Tall Poppy Syndrome. And I must suggest again, check out the artist "Seth Angerer". Solo Austrian composer who makes EPIC metal compositions. I'd suggest the songs "The Blind Idiot God" or "Kynikos" or "Not Here To Fuck Spiders". Less than 100 listeners on Spotify.

[@carriejames9018]

Oh wow, thank you for the suggestion!! I just checked out Seth Angerer, and I’m hooked! Not Here To Fuck Spiders had me grooving along right from the beginning, then the delightfully quirky harmonies put a grin on my face, but it was when the trombone came in that I literally laughed out loud and went to see how many other songs I get to look forward to exploring from this artist! WHAT!? Kynikos just came on, and it’s equally as awesome!! I really can’t thank you enough for the suggestion!

[@drphdmd7064]

@@carriejames9018 I'm happy to spread the music! He deserves a lot more notoriety. You should check out his youtube channel if you were listening in spotify. Likewise check his spotify if you listened on youtube. My personal favorite at the moment is United With the Archfiend.

[@Muddyvaines]

"Audace - Retour" is one of my absolute favorite songs, it'd be amazing to see you "de-compose" it! Somehow a song that really puts a smile on my face. Thanks for all the content man!

[@JuanTheDjent]

Leprous. Always genius. Stunning live. My fave band of all time and I listen to a *lot* of music. I'd recommend any of their back-catalog as it's all supreme quality.

[@viccaleb]

This was the reaction I was waiting for. Leprous is amazing!

[@adamhenton6221]

Hey Geebz, ALOHA! You got to try listening to Enslaved. Their song Havenless is just right up your alley. kzbin.info/www/bejne/qYjcl6GmYsybl6c

[@curioponics]

Highly supported

[@benrichardson7306]

Yes to Enslaved! I prefer their more recent prog work, though. Storm Son or Sacred Horse.

[@adamhenton6221]

@@curioponics the watcher?

[@michaelmarhal]

one of the best "reaction" videos, I've listened to. tons of interesting and valuable info here.

[@agitatedzone]

you've rekindled my love for Leprous today, haven't listened to them in a while

[@szweety1684]

Expanding my musical knowledge and experience with Geebz. My grandmother immigrated from Sweden, so it's almost like connecting with my heritage on this one. Really enjoyed it!

[@joeschmoe303]

Eeyy How'z it? Man, super pumped you finally got to Leprous. Amazing band. Now, I do enjoy basically every song on this album (Pitfalls), but you've got a few more Leprous songs that you certainly need to check out, would love to hear your thoughts on.... Slave, The Sky is Red, Distant Bells, Captive, Third Law, Castaway Angels. This band is really worth listening to more. Really enjoying you taking us through this journey. I am not musically trained at all, but listen to music everyday almost all day, and it's been really fun learning and hearing you enlighten us. Keep it up.

[@Aardvarked88]

Steven Wilson - Drive Home, please!

[@bouboudave]

Imagine Dream theatre with this singer...!

[@FruKaos]

Leprous is just plain awesomeness. Nice reaction as usual!

[@eithanmed]

Awesome band, they are very unique. Really loved your comments and reaction!