Megadeth - Holy Wars...The Punishment Due (REACTION!!!)

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[@richharris2864]

I’m a black dude who’s first concert was Megadeth/Iron Maiden in 88 as a teen. Imagine seeing these dudes live your first time out. After that (for me) it was heavy or nothing, lol. Music is universal.

[@paulhabat4217]

Color doesn't have anything to do with enjoying music!? I'm a white guy and grew up with the motown and the blues and always have had an open mind for all music!! Enjoy the metal!! Good, fun music!

[@shanewalton8888]

I saw them when they toured with Judas Priest and Testament in '91

[@emilyherrera8913]

Amen to that!! First time I heard heavy metal I never went back!!

[@richharris2864]

@@myhandlehasbeenmishandled That’s the REAL Immigrant song! Dope!

[@robertblackmore703]

My first concert too: Anthrax, Megadeth, and Slayer. Alice In Chains as the opener. 1990. Ful throttle.

[@goldenfluffnugg]

Why can’t everyone appreciate music like these guys

[@knightowl852]

so agree.

[@donadams1505]

For me because I am a musician and a huge fan of music period I think it's great when people learn about the newest thing but then they either forget or want to say harsh comments like these guys sound like shit compared to the newer musicians and I just think it shows ignorance because because in every style and type of music there were generations of others that struggled and suffered to make the music we enjoy now as big as it is.

[@wezzhunte9576]

i do ..

[@donadams1505]

Mika Vanderak fucking hilarious!!!!

[@Gilroben]

Metalhead here, let's be honest! How many of us listen to some Hip Hop and apreciate THEIR classics?

[@JohnnyRottenest]

Holy Wars is a metal masterpiece. It was incredible live.

[@heavydutyreviews1303]

I'm about to find out Tuesday!

[@heavydutyreviews1303]

When did they play this song live? The beginning, middle or end?

[@lucianoamoroso3395]

saw it live in arizona a month ago I LOST MY MIND

[@marce5581]

Eu sei.. Eu já vi..🤘🏼YEAH 3 vezes. Saudações de Curitiba-pr Brasil.🇧🇷👍🏼👊🏼

[@rawreviewsii6044]

Them: “That solo was phenomenal, though”. Me in my head: “Lol, just wait”.

[@jesusrubenmurilloperez7724]

Hahaha same here

[@ArcaneTurbulence]

My exact thoughts. lol

[@itsme9679]

Just wait for Tornado of souls lmao

[@sonja4164]

Lol I thought the same thing

[@djjazzyjeff1232]

@@itsme9679 They did that song. It didn't have the same impact on them though.

[@Leo-ww8zu]

"How many solos do you want in your song?" Megadeth: yes

[@Wulfzz]

Hangar 18

[@mattanderton1583]

What do you mean? All of it!

[@amyhelie6061]

Judas Priest: more

[@PsychoticusRex]

Any other pop band would take a part of one of those solos and call it a song by beating the tune too death.

[@JayLarson]

@@Wulfzz I know too much

[@miracleofsound]

Watching you guys being blown away by this masterpiece is a delight to behold :)

[@BonsaiBeard]

If they were to listen to one of your songs, which one would you recommend?

[@mishwindage]

I Vote Sirona!

[@acousticsoundz1985]

my sentiments exactly! I'm laughing at the reaction to each rhythm change -I know this album inside out and I'm rocking back and forth -have subscribed..its great to watch these guys!

[@beavis5250]

@miracleofsound were you on omegle playing guitar earlier?

[@miracleofsound]

Road Rage! :D

[@TheSimOne360]

Nick Menza was a monster behind the kit. RIP to a legend

[@gmanning4881]

truth

[@MarkBak76]

Beat the living shit out of those drums

[@DavidGelinas-wt5zp]

Miss him Dime and Vinnie

[@larryshort5414]

Dave, at 60, just played a show in France at Hellfest, and yes, they closed the show with Holy Wars!! Dave even stepped up to lead guitar.... unbelievable!!

[@abnerortiz3351]

and just dropped some new stuff at the age, he’ll keep going

[@benneet3702]

Dave's always done solos. That's nothing new. He's an incredibly advanced rhythm player, and his solo formula is if the rhythm line is advance the other guitarist takes the solo, and Dave plays the rhythm. If the rhythm line is simple, Dave takes the solo and the other guitarist plays the rhythm..

[@borisnegrarosa9113]

Dave Moustaine is the Mozart of metal.

[@Jeffisboredd]

Hey guys, Dave Mustain just tweeted your video!

[@Detonated66]

toebarr That's magic in the world

[@hipbubble7685]

Thats the reason that this video got some views XD

[@magnuslikestanks6044]

@Michael zzstu Voss lmao

[@ysinvangulik1004]

twitter.com/davemustaine/status/911691126993772544

[@elperro1968]

toebarr mustaine

[@BTSlipperypete]

Seriously, these guys make me re-appreciate stuff that I've been listening to for 20+ years.

[@phillipweber9807]

Imagine hearing Holy Wars for the first time and recording your reaction to it!

[@dogotomayo5584]

Phillip Weber i wish i could that like, first time hearing holy wars and record my reaction

[@charlesburger7973]

Ya, they are really good at what they do.

[@thatrublkdom]

Man you telling the truth

[@brandonissus4240]

True bro :)

[@outerdimension7276]

3:20 "So far so good". You don't know what you did there...

[@TehDeLiiCe]

so what... ;)

[@duzzitmatter8679]

LOL!

[@ResubidorSerial]

SO WHAT????

[@yamabushi170]

You're a liar ¬_¬

[@foguetinhofoguetinho]

So what....

[@JPVanderbuilt]

Rust in Peace, the entire album is a masterpiece.

[@jimmyquick7115]

IMO still the BEST METAL ALBUM EVER !!! 🤘😎🤘 👍👍

[@user-jv4rp9vy8u]

I remember buying this when stationed in Germany, played this album countless times. One of the best for sure.

[@LevelEarthWD]

My favorite even after all these years.

[@exdoth1376]

Hello Kozenigata

[@cdotodot5037]

Dave getting kicked out of Metallica is the greatest thing to ever happen to metal 🤘

[@kenfarnsworth5420]

And as far as I'm concerned, the best that Metallica ever was, was when Dave was in the band. After Master of Puppets, I think they got progressively worse.

[@Hailme75]

I'd like to add Dime not joining megadeath for this album also being a great decision.

[@Limburg92]

I love metallica but thank god that happened, now i have two favourite bands instead of one🤘🏻

[@pineappletree50]

Truth right there. Metallica sucked ass for nearly 20 years

[@calel5196]

sad but true. but we got 2 badass bands out of it

[@missakonde]

This song blew my mind!!! I'm a 30 yr black hip hop/rnb/soul/disco lover but this joint just blew me away. I stumbled upon metal and now I'm in love! The production Guys... the guitarist, the drummer.....OMG This just might be the greatest piece of music and I'm still new to the genre. I'm grateful for "Lost in Vegas", I'm woke now. Talent is everywhere!

[@nicorans9361]

Amen brother!! XD

[@MonsterBeardMan]

Welcome to the brotherhood, and trust me there's so much more out like this so you will become an even bigger fan as time goes on.

[@corysutton]

Welcome To The Metal Club My Friend, you’ll mind many many many different styles of Metal, check out Decline of Western Civilization, and Sam Dunn’s Metal a Headbangers Journey, Iron Maiden: Flight 666 and Rush: Beyond the lighted Stage, these are all Documentaries and can be found on KZbin

[@neilbath8133]

Welcome to the wonderful world of thrash metal....once it grabs you... it never lets go...

[@John10781]

Welcome.

[@blazebyrne]

"This is destruction!" Some might even say a Symphony...of Destruction.

[@randydemmery3228]

I see what youve done here.

[@jordanlacayo7111]

Nice 😎

[@yamabushi170]

It has a great hook. Some might even say 'hook... in mouth'

[@nikoslats2551]

Lol

[@motoman5208]

Mustaines lyrics are super relevant today. It’s chilling

[@afterforever9212]

I've noticed that too Pink Floyd as well

[@suze7162]

100% agree this album has kept me together during this covid insanity. Love this album!!!

[@ali965]

especially “don’t look now to israel, might be in your homelands”, and israel are currently fighting to invade palestine and attacking them

[@belladonna4666]

@@ali965 defending yourself isn't invading

[@AlphonseSwedgen]

@@belladonna4666 Those JIDF checks must be mad good to shill your heart out like this.

[@jasonhughey4434]

Dave Mustaine wrote 10 of the best Metal riffs ever put 7 in 1 song Genius

[@gaborkrausz5402]

Where's the other three in your opinion?

[@richharris2864]

This is accurate

[@jzl3573]

@Supertzar My 2 favorites in the order of which you mentioned them. Those guys knew the guitar more than they knew themselves.

[@xbenci]

he wrote like 30 of em. him and Iommi have got to be the best riff writers of all time

[@stuartsaint4581]

@@gaborkrausz5402 Sweating Bullets, St. Anger and that Machine Head one where he makes the gorilla noise

[@rocknrollmonkey8668]

"That drummer tho..." RIP Nick Menza

[@pegasynthelstrohea]

ya when they said that i was like "..... ya bout that"

[@mockkomoun]

As a guitarist, first thing that caught my attention on this album was Menza.

[@antivalidisme5669]

Best Megadeth line-up ever, Marty Friedman is so great but Nick Menza is the backbone of the best alchemy in all metal history ever., I miss him him so much the same way I miss Chuck Shuldinger. Such an album!

[@ironbeast6]

I shed tears immediately after hearing of his passing. Lucky enough to see him three times live with the ultimate Megadeth lineup

[@11DNA11]

ironbeast6 Saw them once with Nick. Same bill had a little band called Pantera playing aswell :)

[@hashbrownz1999]

I absolutely LOVE watching open minded, non metal listeners getting blown away by this stuff.

[@FNFALAKAR]

Saw Megadeth on 5-7-22, Holy Wars was the encore after a one hour show, note for note from the album, like GOD intended lol, incredible.

[@vanessaguardado1580]

I saw them on 9-2-22 in Houston it was awesome! Played it at the end as well with peace sells and we’ll be back during the middle 🙌❤️ it was the best time hope to see them again!

[@ZebraManStudios]

Saw them 9-6-22 and they played this song note for note I can’t even imagine how hard it is to do this night after night

[@ricomock2]

I've seen them five or so times, Holy Wars was the closing song for all of them

[@fernandobroca]

You guys showed IMMENSE RESPECT for this music and the band, and you deserve the same respect!!!

[@redwhiteblue5135]

1.4k like and I get to be the first comment

[@johnstewart8666]

1.5 likes and i get to be the second comment

[@irvinspencercuer5241]

1.6k likes and i get to be the third comment

[@fernandobroca]

@@irvinspencercuer5241 i see this video monthly lol :)

[@akkkkkkkk]

🇧🇷

[@steveneagan3953]

Most incredible thing about this song is Dave Mustaine is singing while playing that incredibly difficult rhythm. It's not the left hand that's moving super fast, it's the right. He's banging out 32nd notes on the low E constantly. And it's Mustaine that also plays the really fast solo near the end. Marty Friedman plays all the crazy arpeggio laden leads and the quick acoustic flamenco style lead before the Punishment Due. You guys are right tho it's all extremely difficult stuff to play. Anyways, legendary song, Dave Mustaine is a musical genius.

[@SwarfCrawler]

damn.

[@heatherperleberg7816]

I wouldn't say the rhythm is extremely difficult or anything (at least on guitar, cant say much for anything else) but Dave Mustaine always amazes me with him singing, AND playing riffs i have trouble on without it. Another fantastic example is Take no Prisoners (or any song on this album), off of this album as well (also marty friedman is also imo one of the greats).

[@declannash3435]

What will completely blow your minds is Mustaine and Friedman are playing those rhythm sections in tandem, very hard for one, extremely hard for 2 at exact tempo, first time Marty was ever asked to play like that, he was used to harmonising guitars..it is one of the greatest metal tunes of all time, if not the greatest..love their expressions, goes to show great music is great music.

[@richharris2864]

I never understood how he did that. Maybe him and Chuck from Death are the best at it.

[@zackpeterson1735]

Ik man no one really realizes that mustaine is playing rhythm and singing I can can play this song on guitar and is almost impossible to song along even on the lesser parts it takes incredible talent to do what megadeth did they are probably the MOST talented band in metal history they are definitely underrated in my opinion

[@rogerrousu9911]

Yes, they’re right. This song is hard to play, takes an advanced skill set to whip this out. I can’t even fathom how Dave plays this fast and sings the melody at the same time, holy shit, hats off to him.

[@bakerhalt]

yo I'm a bit late, if you're still wondering, the reason he can sing and play these rhythms at the same times Is because the rhythm pattern that you play with your hands is the same rhythm pattern that you sing, and that's awesome because I also thought it was practically impossible to play and sing at the same time. I learned In a few months, this song gives you the illusion that it's hard but only if you didn't lock in your rhythm with practice...

[@guyfleetwood8004]

I'm 53 year old metalhead. In my opinion, Megadeth is the best pure heavy metal band EVER!!!

[@cliffburt7023]

Мне 49 тоже любимая!

[@matthewmccarthy5465]

52 here. Thinking about all of the eras and sub genres we have lived through, it is difficult to argue with that. Dave never went mainstream like Metallica did. A little commercial maybe, but not like they did.

[@andreydiachenko2696]

​@@cliffburt7023 Отличный вкус, дружище

[@blade4174]

@@matthewmccarthy5465 Risk?

[@matthewmccarthy5465]

@@blade4174 Yep, a single full album which failed. Compare that to Metallica who went completely mainstream ten years earlier and never fully went back.

[@thomascollette6322]

I normally find "reaction" videos annoying. But there's something endearing about watching these two guys get their faces melted in real time with their first Megadeth song. They picked a hell of a first one to listen to, for sure.

[@bryan4172]

Can’t agree more bro, some reactions seem forced, these guys are legit

[@alibluff636]

Hell yeah bro

[@raj-akarsh]

dude sameeee. i hate reaction vids but these dudes really are honest and enjoyable.

[@johannesaxeman4508]

Word!

[@collt0916]

Absolutely agree

[@LostInVegas]

Another shout out from the legendary Dave Mustaine! We are honored! twitter.com/DaveMustaine/status/911282124434665472

[@drn380]

Shit, you guys are about to go off. I just noticed that this reaction and the Pantera "walk" reaction have broke 100k views. Congrats you two!!!!

[@silverblack5475]

Holy shit dave gave you a shout out , wow!!! This reaction is becoming legendary

[@franklares9499]

Lost In Vegas that was real!

[@ghostradiogames]

That is so unbelievably cool. Rust In Peace has always been my favorite megadeth song and your reaction was super enjoyable. Also cheers from Vegas...well Henderson but it's close enough.

[@firstthirst433]

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[@cmfvalencia]

11:33 "this is like a swiss army knife song" the best description I've heard in awhile

[@nybsfp7486]

I always come back here when I want to really appreciate Holy Wars

[@bigposts6673]

This is legit. I do stuff like that with songs that I love.

[@renan.romero]

Me too

[@heathsalter8549]

Top comment bro

[@sntarsatarsa]

Getting screwd by Metallica was the best thing ever happened to Dave and the music world cause it brought us Megadeth , ty Metallica

[@sacreligious74]

Those 2 bands were so influential to me in high school. 80s and 90s music was the most diverse and excepted. I am a fan from hip hop, classic rock, metal, grunge, rap rock collaboration. So much good music. Some faded but those time gave me respect for so many genres.

[@andyb1653]

Megadeth v. Metallica = Ford v. Chevy. Both have produced some undeniable classics.

[@djjazzyjeff1232]

That's the way I feel. We ended up with two incredible metal bands. It would almost be a shame if Dave remained in Metallica, to think that we wouldn't have David Ellefson's insane bass parts, wouldn't have probably went in the direction of the Black Album, which hate it if you want, but I'll fight it tooth and nail. I just think that in this case for sure, it happened for a reason. Mustaine was meant to do his own thing and Lars and James were meant to do theirs.

[@Audard]

Dave screwed himself m8...

[@shawng6515]

proud american absolutely changed the world and upped the bar

[@dtny2la]

"Swiss Army Knife Song" is one of the greatest statements ever

[@burny6666]

If Swiss Army Knifes had Machines guns and auto cannons. And a nuke....

[@novaseer]

@@burny6666 you saying they don't?

[@mrbuckets1106]

Might be the best line of the video

[@dr.juerdotitsgo5119]

Nah... Megadeth = Metal's Michael Jordan

[@kelvinmeneely3116]

Yep!

[@sasquatchprime4686]

This is so cool to see people react to this for the first time. This is the song that made me a fan of Megadeth.

[@sirianfelixbrightonesquire3247]

Mine was Peace Sells

[@buymoreguns1491]

Watched a mid 20’s white girl listen to this for the first time I believe she was impregnated

[@ToyBonnie12762]

This song coupled with a lot of opiates and a passion to play like Dave is what made me a megadeth fan. For years I didn't like them because Dave was a dick but once I really tried it I was hooked lol.

[@claudeviger8801]

I agree with you! This is the greatest metal song of all time! Masterpiece! Technically they're on another level...

[@canubeleiveit]

Holy wars is a masterpiece

[@paulscheidel3258]

Lance Burnworth there’s isn’t a weak song on the entire album

[@lethargicastengah572]

Paul Scheidel Only those who do not see it as a full album experience will nit-pick Dawn Patrol, though. Feel sorry for their lack of brain cells.

[@sainandanramakrishnan4812]

+Paul Scheidel There isn't even an ordinary song on the album. Every song brings something unique and different to the table and all of them all just balls out masterpieces. Song-writing unlike any other album from the metal mastermind himself.

[@johnkatsoudas4767]

Absolutely!!! One of the greatest songs ever !!

[@dondraper3898]

Lance Burnworth Mustaine can never be overpraised. This whole album makes me wonder what else he could have conjured while sober

[@dwayz6851]

In my opinion, Rust In Peace is the best megadeth album

[@aureeel]

facts

[@Hokuto4life]

Yes with Peace Sells

[@magnuslikestanks6044]

Fax

[@MustaineChile]

In the world

[@mwfmtnman]

Fuckin a right, and still so pertinent , sadly

[@numbers7889]

Wish I could listen to Holy Wars again for the first time. Such an awesome song

[@helmsylvanian]

my mouth was open the whole time listening to it for the first time and headbanging away

[@numbers7889]

@@helmsylvanian same. I was thrown away. It’s a very unique experience

[@omertark1651]

​@@numbers7889kinda late but what's the album on your pfp? I've seen that cover a lot but there isn't a name on it

[@numbers7889]

@@omertark1651 ÆNIMA by TOOL it’s a pretty good album

[@joshuam.1215]

I love how music can bring us together. These guys who aren't really fans of the genre can connect with metal heads - I hope metal heads show the same appreciation for true musical talent in other genres themselves.

[@luca5540]

Fr

[@machupikachu1085]

Agreed. That would be awesome. But let's face it, many metal heads don't even like that much metal. They like the bands they like, and every other metal band are poseurs or sellouts, not trve, real metal. So, I doubt that the people I'm referring to will give much credence to other genres, when they can't even be bothered to appreciate the different facets of the music they claim to love so much. I, however, could be wrong. Just my 2 cents. Cheers!

[@nachocavallocarbonell1863]

I consider myself open minded. My comfort zone is thrash, metal and grunge. However, I can appreciate and I also like and listen to some hip hop, blues, pop, rock, etc. I don't care the genre, If I like it I like it, If I like it too much, I give it a shot to the band. It IS that simple though Most metalheads however tend to be really close minded and some of them even throw shit to other bands and genres, it's really sad

[@Dieseleagle04]

The best part about Mustaine's vocals is that he wasn't even his first choice for vocals. He was his own last resort. And look how it worked. One of the most unique voices in the genre.

[@aperry383]

It's a shame he didn't look after his voice when touring like most musicians did because it couldn't last a show when I saw them back in 2001, in fact the vocals ruined it. I love his voice on the studio albums though, always have.

[@mdnblues]

He was fantastic on Countdown To Extinction and Youthanasia when it comes to vocals, with Youthanasia being their only album where Dave is genuinely singing, not yelling, grunting, rapping or screaming the lyrics. After 1999 however it went downhill.

[@xWarPlays]

i introduced my friend to megadeth and he goes, 'oh my god, that's such an evil voice!' haha

[@xWarPlays]

@Dz ntz haha yeah that’s wht my friend said. He ended up listening to all of their albums and he now loves megadeth! 😂

[@xWarPlays]

@Dz ntz 😂 baby steps! Haha

[@BeDangerousGroup]

"I would love to see this live" I have seen this band about 10 times in concert. The song is identical to the recorded version. Anyone who thinks they use audio tricks to record this will be proven wrong when they see this live and every note is played on cue! Great video. Thank you guys for posting!

[@re2ndify]

sounds exactly the same live! Blew me away! Next thing you know, theyll take my thoughts away!

[@VuNguyen-bo2cm]

The only thing feels off is the vocal but the instrumental precision is perfect

[@Duality_of_Man]

They tend to play this song as the finale in concerts these days, but there was a time, long ago, where they would open the set with this. It'd go straight from the intro missile sirens to that riff. It was glorious, as though the stars were aligning 😭

[@jakesmith6369]

Yeah they played this last when I saw em last year

[@lsdanik]

Guys, I've been listening to this song for what, 25 years? I think that other than the very first time I heard it myself, I never enjoyed it as much as I did listening to it with you today)))

[@kevinsanchez5318]

Daniel Lemberg its like we can share the excitement a lot better together life is mysterious theres more than you think in all the empty spaces you percieve we radiant certain frequencies that allow us to feel the atmosphere around us

[@kevinsanchez5318]

Daniel Lemberg its like we can share the excitement a lot better together life is mysterious theres more than you think in all the empty spaces you percieve we radiant certain frequencies that allow us to feel the atmosphere around us

[@DushyantsCHANNEL]

You just explained why reaction videos exist!

[@11DNA11]

Dude wtf :D I was so fucking confused when i saw your name. Reason? I have the same first and surname. :D

[@lsdanik]

11DNA11 What a coincidence))) I know about just one other Daniel Lemberg, and he lives (or used to live) in Jerusalem...

[@eblaze7]

P.S. The singer is playing guitar as well. Think about that one.

[@lynnchpin]

Indeed, one of the most underappreciated skills that Dave Mustaine possess. So what if his voice isn't as appealing or powerful as other metal singers but, he's extremely skilled.

[@danmarshall5895]

And at a period in his life where he was doing so much heroin and coke he eventually almost lost his arm from it. Imagine what he could do sans those demons.

[@lynnchpin]

Dan Marshall, perhaps sans demons...sans inspiration. Hence the rampant use and damn near required use of heroine to be successful in the realms of extreme music

[@adityakuttus]

I think they know cos they're probably watching the music video where dave sings and plays guitar

[@samuelmilliken5011]

I've seen the documentary with Dave talking about, he fell asleep fucked up one night with his arm lent over the back of a chair and was leaning on it, he damaged his radial ulnar nerve and it meant he couldn't pull his hand upwards which ofcourse is vital for playing guitar. But with lots and lots of physical therapy he managed to regain use of the hand, but he had to kinda change how he played abit because it never truly came back. Similar thing happened to steve vai, he damaged nerves in his picking hand and hence he uses a kind of different technique for picking.

[@benneet3702]

I'm a guitarist with 30+ years under my belt. This is an incredibly advanced song, and it is VERY difficult. I'm glad to see you guys having such big reactions from one of the greatest metal songs by my favorite artist.

[@dumplingshakes22]

When the “stank face” hits you know a band is killing it haha

[@TheTUGAfreak]

I think i found a GOOD reaction channel for the first time!

[@jjrighteous2498]

TheTUGAfreak I know what you mean man

[@zeller3228]

i've been on this channel for a bit and i love it. (old metalhead)

[@donelder3124]

TheTUGAfreak/ nice good deal. fun stuff. I enjoy these guys enthusiasm for METAL!!!!!

[@tlaoutlaw4678]

Weeaboo reacts??

[@pjzichichi4292]

Old school metal head here and yes. Yes, you did. These guys are killing it.

[@Serjical23]

These guys are losing their minds and the vocals haven't even started yet lol

[@veilard3469]

Vocals are the weakest part of this song

[@squirmygremlins6973]

@@veilard3469 yes

[@aaronmaiden3606]

Where is your profile pic from? I keep seeing it everywhere...

[@veilard3469]

@@aaronmaiden3606 Don't know who are you addressing to, but his pic is from System of a Down's debut album, mine is from the game Disciples 2

[@aaronmaiden3606]

@@veilard3469 Thanks bro

[@HangGlidingSouthAfrica]

To answer your question: These guys would play for 2 hours plus like this every concert and not miss a beat. It was like watching a force of nature. Good times. ;)

[@MatthewHerronplus]

Best Holy Wars reaction vid ever! I am jealous watching people experience this song for the first time. I heard it for the first time in 1991 when I was in 7th grade and it totally blew my mind just like these guys... Megadeth truly set a standard for thrash metal and that song IMO still holds up as one of the greatest ever. Awesome vid!

[@RockWillLiveOn]

Compared to when I was a teenager 15 years ago, I'm seeing a LOT more African-Americans at metal concerts, wearing Metallica/Megadeth/ACDC shirts....and I'm also seeing A LOT more Caucasians appreciating rap and old school hip hop. It genuinely makes me feel happy on the inside to see that people are coming together, loving each other, and appreciating art together. Thanks for posting this guys, really enjoyed it. Subscribed :)

[@RockWillLiveOn]

It's so true!!

[@wyattlewis8671]

acdc51502112 That's so true, the media, main stream or not, is full of crap.

[@GamingandFrightened]

It's true...i'm even seeing more black men leading metal bands. It's a great thing to see!!!

[@gamamartinez928]

RockWillLiveOn I agree, I think it's cool

[@TheEddieJ1984]

Nice, I was going to say I would love to see more black people in rock bands, a great opening band I saw for megadeth called Lillake had an awesome drummer who was black.

[@Shahaaim]

11:30 "This is like a Swiss army knife song" Best description of any song on that album!

[@liveheavyshows]

By far one of the greatest song ever created, Megadeth will always be in my heart, in terms of technical level megadeth is a superior ONE, that combination Mustaine and Friedman is simply the best I've ever seen and those drums Nick Menza I love that dude I miss him so much.

[@Rattlehead5020]

Megadeth used to open with this song when it was first released, but now they use it for an encore at the end of the show. Glad to see such respect for them.

[@drownedcreation]

I've been a metal guy for over 25 years and hearing you guys talk about these songs with such raw, unbiased honesty is a truly phenomenal experience. In some strange way, you make me feel as if the music is new to me again. Just amazing; best channel I've come across in a long, long time. Thank you.

[@memebot6490]

I'm nowhere near as old but I totally get how you feel because I listen to Metal all the time and sometimes I wish it did feel new again.

[@knutolabersas5601]

i've never really listened to megadeth before. i lover metallica, pantera, judas, maiden, etc... but these guys opens doors for people who are a bit biased, like me. love them

[@drownedcreation]

damn I'm only in my thirties, don't say "nowhere near as old"

[@memebot6490]

drownedcreation You said 25 years so I assumed you were much older lol. I'm 23 but I've liked heavier music since I was 6 so that's kinda weird. I actually dove into music as a hobby when I was 13-14 though so still a lot less time

[@lesleybaughman697]

Yes! All of this! I’ve been a metal fan for 30 years and just like you said, their reactions are taking me back to when it was brand new to me.

[@ericmarduk6662]

It makes me proud to be a metalhead and I see other people of other genres enjoy metal and appreciate it these two guys are really cool

[@ericaespinosa4030]

Eric Marduk 666 I completely agree with you. I love seeing how they get metal.

[@johntmik]

Shoutout to the free thinkers

[@heatherrogers3411]

I played bass in speed metal bands in my late teens/early 20's; I first picked up the guitar at twelve. I can STILL remember the cold chills I got the first time I listened to this cassette.. I promptly ordered the tab book, locked myself in my room an entire wk and learned the album.. My parents weren't big fans lol but the pride I felt jamming with musicians years older than me to this amazing music was indescribable!

[@tcul1972]

Saw them last month. They opened with Hangar 18 and ended with Holy Wars. It was Perfect!!

[@stevenlewis459]

This shit makes me drive way too fast.

[@pauljohnson460]

So fking true xD

[@ryanrippee2065]

I definitely have done 100 in my motorcycle to this song. Haha

[@ryanrippee2065]

On*

[@kthulhugaming4643]

Listen to megadeth 502 and you’ll probably surpass the speed of LIGHT

[@zachcole-fitzpatrick1620]

Congrats you actually made me laugh out loud

[@KnightIndustries572]

That whole album is a MASTERPIECE

[@ElevatedLevetator]

Absolutely. But no denying that tornado, hangar and holy wars carries the rest of the album.

[@etiennefafard2900]

U forgot: rust in peace... polaris fucking carries as well

[@downhilljedi]

Etienne Fafard into the lungs of hell and lucretia.

[@meatman666]

Lucretia rocks as well. This album stands with Reign in Blood as the top thrash albums from my perspective.

[@limitlessjuan1444]

The riff from Poison was the cure is one of the most badass Megadeth's riffs

[@Musika1220]

I went to my first Megadeth concert 3 days ago and Holy Wars was played at the last encore. Best concert I went to so far. They played all my favorites! 🔥

[@jordanlacayo7111]

“That was the greatest heavy metal song I’ve ever heard” Agree 👌🏼

[@shawnc666]

"I FORGOT THERE WAS LYRICS"....best thing I ever heard!!!

[@wesrozell9710]

Right when Dave started singing they both just stopped bobbin their heads all suprised and shit 😂😂😂 love these guys 🤘 and music 🤘

[@shawnc666]

Honestly, when I first heard this song, I kind of felt the same way. I mean, there are Maiden songs, Sabbath songs and many more I am sure I am forgetting where there is at least 1.5 minutes (or more) of just shredding instrumentals.....then the vocals kick in.....and you're like "Holy Shit"......I totally forgot!!!!

[@THESNEAKERADDICT]

Shawn Chamberlain 😂😂😂

[@mrgriff7677]

No idea how this ended up on my front page but fuck me, you guys are far better metalheads than most full time metalheads.

[@loristrodemichaelsgirl2811]

Sam Griff they aren't elitists like many of us, and they just appreciate the movements of the piece. A lot of us metal heads could learn a lesson, we need to not devour each other.

[@mrgriff7677]

Layla VonDeitrich exactly mate, music is supposed to bring people together, but a lot of people forget that

[@TheClydefrog1]

my ex was a metalhead can confirm most are douchebags who bash on you for liking anything other than metal

[@fehoobar]

1+ for full time metalheads

[@amathy9690]

+Jose Corona not only will you get bashed for liking anything other than metal, you'll get bashed just for not liking the "right kind" of metal

[@declannash3435]

The transitioning in the song is flawless due to the genius on the drums, legend

[@PRDAC123]

Best description I've seen on YT of this song is "The Bohemian Rhapsody of Metal"

[@johanbothma8031]

HANGAR 18!! HANGAR 18!! HANGAR 18!! HANGAR 18!! HANGAR 18!! HANGAR 18!! HANGAR 18!! OR Wake up dead!!! Pleeeeeaaaaase do them now!!

[@kaywill9677]

Johan Bothma YES! YES! YES!

[@bethramirez7429]

YEEEEEEESSSSSSS!!!!!! HANGAR!!!!!

[@Owyourhurtingme]

PEACE SELLS!!!

[@marcomarx9269]

Hangar 18

[@butchleef275]

Hangar18

[@SilverInThePitchBlack]

You guys are noticing more things about this song than a lot of metal fans.

[@Broly-ez1ei]

spoonbender you got that right

[@HakanARIK]

i think cuz they are high

[@jasmaxi1]

Outsiders listening to something we've always taken for granted will always pick up things we haven't. That's awesome. Love a fresh take on a treasured song.

[@megacahh870]

Actually... yes. These are the best first-time reactions I've seen IMO

[@Phantasm2Cuda]

How do you know? did you take a poll of every metal fan in the world about what they know about this song?

[@willroland9811]

You're correct gentlemen, pulling off a rhythm that technical at that tempo is definitely hell for hard, and there aren't many that will even try it, much less pull it off. It happens to be a speciality of Dave's. And singing while maintaining it on top of it all. He's a legend for a reason...

[@hortyist1]

In a way.. when Dave left Metallica he took the deepest part with him. Thank God we still get to hear it in Megadeth. Consistently Killin it.

[@xray1192]

Holy Wars is the Bohemian Rhapsody of heavy metal

[@lockandreload]

Ray Bluntzer yuuuup

[@bloodhoof66]

yeah ,, or opeth lotus eaters (matches the capricious-nes of bohemian rhapsody )

[@emilioginobili3851]

Nah man, ORION or to live is to die

[@chuckaudio3191]

Well said!

[@djk6516]

Ray Bluntzer sorry but death voice of the soul dont even need lyrics!

[@kjerome4533]

yeah I'm all hip hop in every way and never liked or listened to this kind of music, but i never heard anything like this! first time i ever listened to an entire metal song and i like it , you just turned me into a fuckin metal head!

[@2emo2function]

Try iron maiden, Black Sabbath,and metallica

[@kjerome4533]

watched black Sabbath, i remember my uncle's playing they're songs, lots of respect for them I'm convinced that metal is great music and will look into your suggestions thanks...

[@2emo2function]

k jerome yeah you're welcome

[@silverblack5475]

k jerome no doubt bro im on the flipside, metal head all the way but when i heard "Warning" by biggie i was blown away , the drum beat , the bass line , those damn lyrics and of course biggies flow. Doesnt matter what it is , if something is great its great.

[@mrj2359]

k jerome welcome to the brotherhood.

[@matthewmccarthy5465]

Just saw this for the first time. 52 year old metalhead here, I've lived through every generation of metal and many believe this album to be in the top 5 greatest metal albums of all time. This song would be considered by some to be the greatest ever written. A metal masterpiece painted by an often misunderstood genius.

[@wattrocks]

i play the the drums and guitar and yes this song is incredibly hard with or without classical training and ive worked my ass offf on both instruments and dont care what anyone says megadeth is michael jordan

[@drbassgreg]

More people in this country need to explore what isn't normal to them. Instead of just hating it.

[@markandersen793]

Yeah, nice to see people step out of their comfort zone and enter into unchartered territory.

[@mycoinsyourpurse2244]

This is why I dislike fanaticism for specific artists and sometimes genres. Especially when it comes to music. It's important to try artists that you might not be familiar with. There's a reason why I love Florence and the Machine, Death, Brand New, and the CunninLynguists, despite them being from different genres.

[@yeetspageet5679]

+My Coins Your Purse cunninglynguists are a good rap band. I like metal / rock they appeal to me most. I think some genres are more oversaturated with shit than others though. For example so much rap is terrible, and so much metalcore is terrible. However metalcore bands like unearth are good and fort minor is good rap. Basically they are good songs in every genre that people can appreciate but some genres appeal to others more

[@Einnor084]

Greg Schoenig Ur comment = SO AWESUM!

[@aldezproductions]

This was Megadeath’s show opener for years, he now uses it in his encores. This was definitely his best work with true musicianship from all members and RIP drummer Nick Menza

[@Phantasm2Cuda]

Megadeth*

[@2012drk]

Loves your guys' reaction to this song! First time I saw Megadeth in 2014, they played Holy Wars toward the beginning of the set. Absolutely killer. The bands that came to open for Megadeth stayed around just to watch them play, they were such legends.

[@patrickryan1821]

Im serious your guy's reaction videos for these songs are the only ones I legitimately enjoy

[@voidsauce6220]

I just love watching Hip Hop thinkers analyzing Rock styles. It's a beautiful combination and it leads to even better works whether they be underground or mainstream. It's time music begins to evolve. Keep it coming, guys!

[@rstudner]

Just saw your video.. you asked: "When do they play this in concert" They play it last. Basically every time. Last.

[@underworldguardian6694]

And so many times they play it as the opening song

[@danimal097521]

I've seen them live twice. They opened both shows with it.

[@ei73]

Last time I saw Megadeth was for the 25th anniversary of Rust in Peace, they played the entire album from start to finish. That was the first time I heard them open with Holy Wars. I'm going to see them again in July, so I'll have to see what happens then. Always a great show!

[@KenBober]

I've seen it in the beginning middle and end but never an encore

[@paultreneary]

When I saw them in '92 it was their opener (Peace Sells and Anarchy (Encore) ended the set)

[@catatestrophe7499]

I’ve seen Megadeth live 3 times and every time they played this song at the end of their set. It’s such a rush going out on this song. The lights come back on and you’re just so full of adrenaline that you could cry. You just can’t believe what you experienced. This song transcends metal and is incredible to see live. I hope you guys get the chance.

[@cish960]

The Drummer on this recording passed away in May of 2016. Glad I got to see him. 'RIP Nick Menza".

[@lkjyuiop1987]

Charles Kishpaugh I saw him drum back in 96 it was so badass to see megadeth live

[@remasteredzero4076]

it is him, they only increased the volume in the remastered version, they didn't re-record it

[@sean8553]

Marty Friedman is a BEAST on Lead Guitar!

[@77carter8]

Yes he was, yes he was.

[@nobdydoh4263]

@@77carter8 he still is.

[@soulslicerr4696]

It’s such a good feeling watching two dudes totally appreciate and give credit to the music that you love! Love your content

[@luca5540]

Fr its the best

[@kenhndrcks]

So awesome to watch you guys tune into the greatness of the songs. Makes it fresh for me every time I hang with you guys for a tune. Thanks for this!

[@pergproductions]

Dave Mustaine himself shared this on twitter

[@Strings-jg2to]

pergproductions did he really? Dave is the coolest now.

[@tonypage9302]

That's Awesome

[@megacahh870]

\m/

[@aha3885]

@@Strings-jg2to Dave is watching and listening to all of us. He is one of the four horsemen, don't forget it.

[@atheistconservative6211]

Who else is watching this for the umpteenth time? 🙋‍♂️

[@dekes3]

Happy More Cowbell like 5 times. Hahahah. Making wife watch it

[@nkg1190]

watching it for the 6th time i think xd

[@kelvinmeneely3116]

Yep, speed.... elegance,...ok...., forgot the whole lyrics..... hahahahaha! Shame!!

[@kelvinmeneely3116]

Yeeeeeeeeaaaaaahhhhh!!

[@Zero14u]

Me ...

[@jamesparks2236]

I love how excited u guys get. Makes me happy to know u appreciate the genre for sure . Thrash is my favorite for when I feel down, it always brings me back .

[@suze7162]

Agreed. This album kept me from going under during the shutdown due to covid . . . Right when depression hit I clinged on to this album with dear life 😆 Great album!!!

[@TBoneSan]

So true - not a rock fan what-so-ever but some Megadeth tunes just blow me right away... gotta love when some artists from a genre of music one typically doesn't like just shatters peoples segmentations.

[@Bnat36]

R.I.P Nick Menza one of my drum influences.

[@robwarenko7580]

RIP Nick. Great to see these guys recognize his extreme talent!

[@bigblue162]

Bryan Natusch Are you saying this because he's deceased or have you always felt this way?While he is a good drummer, i wouldn't say he brought anything new to the table.

[@Bnat36]

I always felt that way since I first heard him on this album. I wouldn't say he brought anything new beat wise per say but he brought his own unique feel and style to it. He had his own sound and some of the beats on the album are classic solid playing.

[@caper104]

Jason Spaulding His drum parts are uniquely done. You can feel the passion just by listening to him play. It fits so perfectly into the music, transition. Clean!

[@albundybudbundy3714]

Bryan Natusch so true brah. Menza in my opinion it was the best drummer

[@davidlatimer3091]

R.I.P. Nick Menza who killed the drums on this entire album.

[@littlecurrybread]

Damn, that hit me hard when I heard about it. RIP.

[@apmahardhika]

Best mediocre drummer ever. RIP Saint Nick

[@davidlatimer3091]

Let's hear your version dude...Menza was one of the best metal drummers of that era...

[@RyanChaos.0]

Aditya Pradana Mahardhika Not one of the best metal drummers, but still very good. His parts fit Megadeth very well.

[@Guitfiddlejase]

God Bless Nick..

[@pedrodelavega6761]

truly love your station ! luv listening how you guys break down a song that you never heard from a genre that your just just getting into . it's awesome how you guys are getting into the music I grew up on . it won't belong before you're true metal heads \m/

[@justinzero]

This was great to watch! Seeing you guys experience this masterpiece the first time is so awesome. I’m usually not into reaction vids but this was so fun to watch. I didn’t expect to enjoy the vid kind of like how you said you don’t listen to metal much but recognize how good the song is. Subbed right away. Consider me a fan!

[@danger5oh]

I grew up listening to this song, but watching you guys discover it for the first time really breathed new life into it for me and actually deepened my appreciation for it.

[@craigroth7008]

danger5oh me too man!

[@matttaylor1449]

I feel this every time a new person is introduced to metal. Brings back those nostalgic days.

[@reigninspuds8418]

danger5oh I just started watching their channel and yeah seeing how they appreciate the song made me break down in my own head really just how great it is.

[@brysonhaley1133]

I appreciate how they actually pay attention to the complexity of each song.

[@THESNEAKERADDICT]

danger5oh Hell yeah

[@hdsp3177]

You two guys are what's right in this world , thank you , open minded gentleman

[@rickcarlson9862]

So glad to see this . My wife is black and because she watched your reaction she is now interested , I love how open minded you are

[@DarkNog]

Love seeing how far you lads have come with your metal these days.

[@davidschwartz3427]

"This is a finale type song" It's the first track guys. Welcome to album building.

[@briang8579]

@Samantha Rhodes wow samantha cool down, we are only at the start of the album. Not need to get a hot for them yet!

[@briang8579]

@Samantha Rhodes haha no worries, just gave everyone who seen it a laugh

[@ermisntaskas2414]

@Samantha Rhodes It's cool to be naughty :)

[@ermisntaskas2414]

@Samantha Rhodes go get some giiiirl!

[@ermisntaskas2414]

@Samantha Rhodes You don't know that but i'll take it :)

[@pashinator]

“I can see why this is regarded as one of the best metal songs ever” ....still in the intro. Lol. Love it!

[@pjsin9472]

I've probably commented on this reaction a few times lol. I absolutely love it. You're appreciating the best metal offers. Great reaction

[@chrisdasta5563]

13:26 The man's song done melted your face my friend! Right on. Dave Mustaine kills.

[@WangFish420]

Just found your page and went through 70% of my battery watching your videos. I've subscribed and can't wait for more. Keep up the good work guys.

[@euanharrison7125]

Currently at 27%, can relate

[@thelisamannshow]

It makes me so happy when non-metal people appreciate the incredible artwork that goes into some metal songs. Yes, this song is probably one of the best heavy metal songs ever written. A work of art. And you can't help but make your necks move in the groove metal sections! That's one thing I love about Megadeth, they could play fast and still Groove hard.

[@tjp3rd]

Two black guys rockin out..love it!

[@Wolf.88]

Lisa Mann Yes!

[@thelisamannshow]

My husband isn't a metal fan, but he went to Iron Maiden with me and he appreciated them, especially the fact they write SONGS. Megadeth, Maiden and the like might write complex music, but they still craft good songs, don't just wank on guitars for its own sake.

[@WhiteBarryBonds]

Lisa Mann I

[@jaggerwocky2320]

Efectivamente, tienes toda la razón.