Finally Hearing PROPAGANDHI! Bass Teacher REACTS to "Failed Imagineer" - Such Unique Songwriting!

[@LowEndUniversity]

"Victory Lap" FULL-ALBUM Reaction: www.patreon.com/posts/full-album-lap-101422368

[@giacomojamesPunkRockHeadReact]

Thank you !

[@jared13spencer]

Did you notice the bass player's arm tattoos change during the solo?

[@ryanm4628]

Propagandhi is seriously the greatest punk band there is. Their musicianship is incredible and their lyrics are probably the most insightful and intelligent you'll get from any punk band. Hell, any band in general. Their music and lyrics were life changing for me.

[@tlojhnsn]

Dude!! Yes!! I’ve been listening to them since the late 90s from “fuck religion “ “ska sucks” to this day new genius that was birthed around 08ish . I know they replaced their original singer but obviously it was better for the band

[@florastbichler80]

Paint It Black is up there with the lyrics for me! Musically also not too shabby.

[@blesner]

Favorite album? Supporting Caste is a masterpiece.

[@Ferdew]

Lyrics are typical communist propaganda

[@songstofuckto]

Propagandhi are the Canadian Fugazi

[@FromDuskTillSean]

Their song “Night Letters” is EXACTLY what you’re looking for in terms of contrast to this song to really show the depth of their discography. Good tempo/vibe changes and some absolutely killer riffs in a heavier almost prog-punk-hardcore I don’t even know what you’d call it lol. Also, for a bonus, it’s part of the small group of songs that Todd sings instead of Chris. And maybe as a bonus, you could do a double and throw in “Hadron Collision” which is just a like 1 minute ripper that borders on thrash lol.

[@staticprevails]

i second "Night Letters." Thanks for getting around to Propagandhi! They're my all time favorite.

[@andrenucci84]

This

[@adriancole9681]

This is the first song I heard from them besides the early more pop punk stuff and it blew my mind. Became one of my favorite bands after this.

[@McSquiggins]

Yep

[@jefftennis1275]

NIGHT LETTERS!!!

[@chrisclark6562]

I grew up in Winnipeg and was able to see Propagandhi dozens of times. This band is like fine wine, they only get better with age ! Love your content

[@bradsmithstudios8881]

You are so lucky. I’ve been following propagandi since the late 90s and have yet to catch them live. I almost drove from Tennessee to Winnipeg to watch them play a home show.

[@chrisclark6562]

@@bradsmithstudios8881 I no longer live in Winnipeg as I now call Montreal my home. There is also an incredible punk scene here in Montreal

[@viracocha03]

​@@chrisclark6562 You goin to NOFX final tour in Montreal by chance ?

[@chrisclark6562]

@@viracocha03 yes I’m going in Montreal and in Toronto ! Got GA tix in Mtl but VIP for TO !

[@chrisclark6562]

@@viracocha03 I will be at both the Montreal and the Toronto shows !

[@wesleyrostoll7371]

You're killing it with your song choices! This has become my favorite channel over the last few months.

[@LowEndUniversity]

Aw, thank you! 🥹🙏🏼

[@edbestedits361]

Ya same. A sub well earned 🙏

[@antimatter7683]

"A speculative fiction"

[@ronjames4151]

Won a songwriting award it's so good.

[@kylewagoner]

Potemkin is my favorite album of theirs. So so so so insanely good and lyrically kills me.

[@TheWesticle138]

Yeah I'd say speculative fiction, America's Army both from Potemkin City Limits would be great choices, along with Unscripted moments.

[@Kalthos85]

Yessss adding a vote for “A Speculative Fiction” off their 2005 LP “Potemkin City Limits”

[@joemiller7082]

Oof. That’s a great one.

[@stefanheuldoch883]

Propagandhi's my all time favorite band. The bassist was John K. Samson (The Weakerthans) for their first 2 Albums, when they were a lot closer to one of those kinda goofy skatepunk-bands. When Todd came in for their 3rd album "Today's Empires, Tomorrow's Ashes", they became a lot more unique and technical in their style and sound and every follow-up is kind of a natural evolvement from it's predecessor. I think "Supporting Caste" is a fan favorite. I personally can not pick a favorite. It usually takes them 6-7 years to put out a new one, though. The singer and guitarist/main songwriter Chris Hannah is the most talented musician I can think of in that genre, and his lyrics are a poetic deep-dive into history and philosophy, requiring a lot of background knowledge to acurately interpret. Sorry...but I'm so enthusiastic about them. I'd recommend "Last will and testament" from supporting caste, which is a little different from their thrashier side with an incredibly melodic bassline, or "Purina hall of fame" from Today's empires, which is extremely straight forward.

[@sadastronaut78]

They elevated skate punk to new heights on the first two albums.

[@stefanheuldoch883]

@@sadastronaut78 Agreed. I love htce and less talk, don’t get me wrong here. But Today‘s empires was when they really conquered unknown sonic territories. Just my humble opinion though

[@abacus-ske7531]

Last will and testament would be an amazing contrast. Such an epic song.

[@racheldenker9327]

I haven't heard past How to Clean Everything...I may have to revist :)

[@Zee-jx4se]

You are just missing the best Propagandhi albums ever written

[@StalinBballin]

More Propagandhi videos please. This song does show Todd’s playing well, but there are so many others. Night Letters and Unscripted Moments are fantastic. Has to be one of the most important bands in all of punk rock.

[@GopherGuts2000]

I vote anything from How To Clean Everything

[@iagher]

@@GopherGuts2000 nope

[@mountaverage2706]

@@GopherGuts2000 No. Just no.

[@PhilSepBriscoe]

@@GopherGuts2000 Dude, 'How to Clean' is still great because it's Propagandhi and it was certainly one of the best/most unique albums in the genre (imho) at the time in the mid-'90s and Samson is a great bassist. But as other commentors have noted, Prop has just gotten better and better over the years. 'Less Talk, More Rock' is one of my favorite albums ever, and while 'Today's Empires, Tomorrow's Ashes' was a new shift in sonic style with Todd in the mix, 'Potemkin City Limits' is when they found a new gear and through to 'Victory Lap' have just been on another level. My two cents and all.

[@TiernanSongs]

One of the most important bands in rock as a whole, perhaps. 🤣

[@lostmotel6156]

What an amazing video to wake up to! Awesome choice of song to show off the greatness of The Rod and Propagandhi! They are legit the best band in the world.

[@ligairi]

They’re in the studio writing a new album right now!!!

[@notmillionaires]

yes!

[@benlangford34]

Yesssssss bro

[@kylelynch9204]

❤

[@jevilicious]

Finger-style bass player in punk rock I recently started paying attention to: Cigar. Legacy of the 7 plies off of "the visitor" is a good showcase of what they're about (insane rhythm section overall).

[@ravagesatoru5094]

You gotta checkout 88 Fingers Louie - 100 Proof - very bass driven song with a bass solo!

[@olddogsneverdie]

Future Rise against bassist

[@zacharyforeal]

Punk rock rulebook has one of the best drum intros.

[@LowEndUniversity]

Next week 😎

[@tangodelta7809]

One of the first songs I learned on bass, I’m a guitar player now. Not super tough but a lot of fun. I want to say one of their members went into Rise Against?

[@xvhsx5800]

Yeeees!

[@colinedmunds2238]

Nomeansno are another of the great and underrated Canadian punk bands

[@napneto]

NoMeansNo has the greatest bass on punk music

[@sahamal_savu]

Oh man, can't believe I haven't requested some NoMeansNo yet. I strayed away from Punk as I got older but damn, amazing bass playing from that band.

[@trevorlambert4226]

Happy Bridge would be a cool one.

[@Mrcrazyforlego]

NoMeansNo!

[@SuperSkinhead73]

Great recommendation!! Rags and Bones!!!!!!

[@jiffah]

Propagandhi is low-key one of the most influential punk band still to this day. Their first album created the famous "FAT" sound and their second record was a seminal release for the political aspect of the genre and each subsequent release is a lesson in song writing. I don't think we would talk about prog-punk or math-rock if it wasn't for bands like Propagandi. Legends

[@ligairi]

💯💯💯

[@jeremymcnally6776]

Propaghandi are absolute legends as Canadian punk rock activists. They have a deep catalog and this was a safe (but great!!) Song choice. I know we've been bombarding you with requests but this is a band worth digging in to. Chris, the singer is a genius lyricist as well. Thanks again for all of these great videos !!!!!

[@whatisvisceralNL]

Hell yeah, glad you got to Propagandhi finally! They rule! Propagandhi's sound has really evolved over time. They were never a very traditional punk band, but they went from something you might call skate punk to something closer to very technical prog punk. Songs with the previous bass player: Anti-Manifesto ...And We Though Nation-States Were a Bad Idea Apparently I'm a "P.C. Fascist" Songs with Todd on bass: Back To The Motor League Purina Hall of Fame A Speculative Fiction Night Letters Lotus Gait Honestly, you can pick almost any of their songs. They are all pure gold.

[@ewatfred]

dude Speculative Fiction is my all time fav, it's them at their strongest of strengths. Total A-Game track. Not their catchiest, not the one that best represents them, but damn it kicks ass

[@Projetos2024]

Man, your reading regarding “the band following the vocals” is PERFECT. I think this is one of the greatest attributes (among many others hehe) in Propagandhi. Most of their music does not have a chorus and the lyrics looks like a huge article, almost an “opera” feeling! I strongly recommend the song “CUT INTO THE EARTH”, you will love that particular aspect and the bass itself (it’s beautiful, really). Cheers from Brazil!

[@boycehundley2618]

Yes!! My favorite band for 30 years….and they just keep getting better! Great people too! Todd is super cool, and I took guitar lessons from Sulynn. Thanks for this video, and honestly, you can’t go wrong with any of their songs….enjoy your new discovery!

[@citizenbrain8065]

Yesssss! Propagandhi is favorite band of all time. They have zero bad albums, and they almost always take years between releasing them.

[@caffeinatedinsanity2324]

The funny thing is... When Todd first joined the band, it was his first time playing bass. Before that he did vocals for a few other bands. I personally wouldn't consider him an outstanding bass player, but the fact that he started from almost zero and made his way up to being a pretty good bassist is respectable. Also, if you're looking for a heavy album, Suppprting Caste and especially Failed States would take the title.

[@chrisegg7936]

I listen to Chris Hannah's podcast on patreon a lot and when he said Todd had never played bass before Propagandhi, it was a real "well what's my excuse then?" moment lol. It also made me realize that a lot of the Todd songs are actually written by Todd on guitar! Dude's too damn good.

[@bushleague3472]

@@chrisegg7936 I'd always heard that they replaced their original bass player because he "Wasnt good enough" for the more thrashy direction they wanted to go. Very weird excuse if Todd wasnt a bass player at the time.

[@jamstrat]

He most definitely knew how to play bass when he joined Propagandhi in 97’. He fronted I Spy and was an amazing guitarist before Propagandhi.

[@FelonyRecords]

The album Failed States is a masterpiece from start to finish

[@andrefaria2921]

​@@bushleague3472their first bass player was john k who left to start the weakerthans It wasn't that he wasn't good enough, more that he wasn't the best fit and was going in a different direction to the rest of the band.

[@ericchouinard4907]

Propagandhi's bassist also is the one playing on The Canary from Protest the Hero.

[@MikeP2055]

Palimpsest is such an amazing record. They're pretty much the only modern metal band I listen to.

[@gmazzo]

Love that you are getting into punk music!

[@lookandIlooked]

LOTUS GAIT, NOTE TO SELF, POTEMKIN CITY LIMITS, DEAR COACHES CORNER, A SPECULATIVE FICTION

[@axelwulferding3321]

Note to self!

[@siman6488]

Good taste.

[@spunky0201]

The entire Supporting Caste album, tbh.

[@siman6488]

@@spunky0201for sure

[@blairmcmackin8857]

By far my favorite Propandhi album! I'll take any some or the full album

[@sethuberalles]

Hmm, I’ll throw their song “Last Will & Testament” out there. Varied tempos, dynamic build, interesting bass.

[@siman6488]

One of the best

[@dard4642]

PERFECT example of a solid punk rhythm section

[@bryanbereal]

This is the one I tried getting him to react to. I keep mentioning it. That song is fire and there's so much to like about it, plus it showcases the bass pretty well which is course is important for this channel.

[@climberguywhoboltssometimes]

Last Will is on of my very favorite propagandhi songs. Epic closer to Supporting Caste!

[@siman6488]

@@climberguywhoboltssometimes for sure. The tuning on the guitar is very interesting as well

[@corycourtney8923]

An Imagineer was a term coined by Disney for people who worked in their R&D wing.

[@cliffordfinefabriccare9001]

Came to say that. Is Propaghandi a band full of Disney adults ? Haha

[@alexbruce5684]

Correct

[@DougCL781]

@@cliffordfinefabriccare9001 its a callback to a theme they've used before of "disneyfied history" (specifically in the song Today's Empires, Tomorrows Ashes), meaning history that has been sanitized and simplified by the people in charge. this song, where the failed imagineer refers to a WWII veteran, is about how the version of WWII that exists in popular culture now where its a black and white triumph over evil is not what was experienced by the young men who took part in it, and how that trauma they went through was passed down to the next generation and so on.

[@corycourtney8923]

@@DougCL781 Specifically Chris Hannah, singer and guitarist, his Grandfather.

[@peterhoff6776]

Speaking as a graduate of the CSU Fullerton College of Engineering & Computer Science, "failed Imagineer" is very much a Type Of Guy. Like if Scott Adams was an engineer at Raytheon instead of creating Dilbert.

[@derekdoessound]

One of my absolute fave bands. This was a nice surprise!

[@trevorlambert4226]

It's really nice to have a bass teacher delve into the punk genre. I can't think of one other youtube channel that's done this.

[@LowEndUniversity]

Appreciate you! ☺️🙏🏼

[@calebmattis8528]

Propagandhi Mate Ka Moris Ukun Rasik An from todays empires tomorrows ashes.

[@666evollove]

Fantastic song.

[@propagandhipod8797]

Great episode. I've been digging deep on this band for almost 4 years on a song-by-song basis. You'll never get bored.

[@ligairi]

It’s a must-listen podcast for Propagandhi fans! It’s called Unscripted Moments and Greg is the best dude.

[@propagandhipod8797]

@@ligairi THANK YOU!

[@patrickobrien3742]

Night Letters (sung by Todd), A Speculative Fiction, Mate Ka Moris, Iteration, Fixed Frequencies, Bringer of Greater Things (sung by Todd). Propaghandi has had a profound impact on my life. They are able to put into words and music all of my thoughts, feelings, and fears about our current world and society.

[@harleybrignall9034]

You should have done "without love" easily, their best song musically and lyrically

[@mountaverage2706]

I always found that song instrumentally underwhelming, compared to most other songs of theirs.

[@harleybrignall9034]

@mountaverage2706 I don't know. Do you think you could play guitar and sing at the same time on that song?

[@drivelikejoewho]

I love it but it makes me cry every time I hear it

[@harleybrignall9034]

@drivelikejoewho that's why it's such a good song it's very emotional it's human to cry, feel loss, and not take your time here for granted

[@mountaverage2706]

@@harleybrignall9034 I can neither play guitar nor sing LMAO. But I never said the song was technically easy or anything, so not sure why you're asking...

[@jiryutique12323]

You need to look at either of these songs from Propagandhi: A Speculative Fiction, Without Love or When All Your Fears Collide. Love your vids!

[@motogpfanatic]

Less talk more rock was an amazing 90’s punk album, definitely a turning point for them.

[@deadlyhifi]

Thank you for getting to Propagandhi. I listen to a lot of music and I love a lot of bands but Propagandhi is THE best band. Their musical development, the lyrics and what they stand for has taught me so much - to question my thoughts and what society tells me. More than just music. They’re working on a new album right now.

[@fasterdays]

One of my favorite bands! I recommend checking out Note to Self from the Failed States album, a very interesting track you will surely enjoy!

[@encyclical]

Loved this!! And you geeked on on the parts that bring me back to later Propagandhi time and time again. They are very focused on the lyrics/meaning and often do this vocal first approach. I don’t think I’ve ever heard someone describe it like you but now that you have it makes so much sense! After you get a taste of something different do their song Last Will and Testament.

[@bryanbereal]

Yes, I keep recommending Last Will & Testament and I will keep commenting on other comments recommending the same same thing.

[@ratriot6976]

PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE listen to more Propagandhi and how album sounds differ, there are so many different fantastic songs to recommend for fantastic bass lines, but also they are amazingly technical and clever in there writing ❤ This is my new favourite channel keep it up im loving every video

[@AbrahamFilb-ct6tt]

When all your fears collide, from victory lap, he sings and play bass too.......listen now

[@bryanbereal]

Dude thank you for finally doing Propagandhi!! I knew you would like them. Okay, so you asked if they have a portion of their discography that has them executing heaviness? YES! The album called "Supporting Caste" is very heavy and thrashy. Specifically, I recommend checking out "Tertium non datur" from that album. Edit: as others have mentioned, Failed States is perhaps their heaviest album, but it's maybe not as technical as Supporting Caste.

[@cultofgaming3436]

F YEAH! Todd K is the man! Also, Chris Hannah is and amazing vocalist and writer. He has written some of the most powerful lyrics I have ever heard.

[@justinfaucett2421]

I’ve lost count how many times I’ve watched this video. One, because I love this song, and second, it’s so much fun watching you react to it. I’ve been trying to see if Todd was using a pick or not, and I was convinced that he was using fingers after you went back a watched that part again. Now I’m convinced he uses a pick the whole song, except for the little bass solo near the end. The couple times his right hand is shown, it looks like he’s picking, but when he’s playing with his fingers, during the (solo) you can see his pick in his mouth. Not sure why, but this became a mission for me because I wasn’t sure. Keep up the great work. These videos are fun!!

[@ligairi]

Wow! Great catch with the pick in the mouth. I’ve seen him play that solo so many times I was convinced he was a finger player but your comment got me to go watch two live performances and you’re exactly right. He played the song with a pick and switched to fingers for the solo.

[@justinfaucett2421]

Their first couple of albums, “How to Clean Everything” and “Less Talk, More Rock”, in my opinion, were more straight punk, but you could hear the thrash and hardcore influences. When I first listened to “Todays Empire, Tomorrows Ashes” I really noticed the change in their sound. Much more hardcore and metal sounding. It’s like they became really serious, after the light- hearted first couple albums. “Mate Ka Moris Ukun Rasil An” is the first track from “Todays empires, Tomorrows Ashes,” and it sets the tone for everything afterwards. The bass is good too!! Another great video in your punk journey. It’s exciting to watch you listen to these songs for the first time!!

[@MrBlairskie]

Great Video buds, being a Canadian I was exposed to Propagandhi when I was just a kid. It's hard to narrow down one song if theirs for you but I think "Back to the Motor League" is a good example of what the band is about as a whole. It is an absolute banger and their most listened song on spotify.

[@PNGtwentyfour]

Wow. This is the absolute best musical reaction video I've EVER seen on KZbin. I've been a Propaghandi fan for the whole ride, and you GET IT! Subscribed.

[@LowEndUniversity]

Oh wow. Thanks for that!! Really appreciate you 🙏🏼

[@markEhpunx]

Night Letters is a really good heavy, techy, but more hardcore sound. Plus the bass player takes lead vocals on it.

[@dxzxax8772]

Propagandhi is amazing. I'm a drummer but love how insane their bass sound is. My favorite album of theirs is Today's Empires Tomorrow's Ashes. Check that out.

[@joshcornell7013]

ps...you wanna feature a ripping bassist...check out Tomasz Sokolowski from the Swedish skatepunk band Satanic Surfers. He played on all the albums up to Going Nowhere Fast...the bass on Worn Out Words is insane. But I recommend starting with something off 666 Motor Inn...Soothing maybe. I'd go as far as calling him the lead musician in the band. They are right up there with Propagandhi as one of the best punk bands of alltime.

[@samhain3824]

Lost! The bass player on the last album is no slouch either.

[@joshcornell7013]

@@samhain3824 i fully agree. the last album is one of the best.

[@alexandremorin11]

Great analysis, really fun to watch! Keep it up!

[@LowEndUniversity]

Much appreciated!

[@vwharman]

Enjoy. I’ve been looking forward to you hearing this band since this punky series started. My favourite band for sure. Just unreal.

[@cptbownz]

Propagandhi might be worth a deeper dive IMO, there are so many great songs. I agree with the others recommending Last Will & Testament 🤘

[@bryanbereal]

+1 for Last Will & Testament

[@chrisegg7936]

Propagandhi's my #1 band of all time, love a band that doesn't get caught up in genre trappings and just makes the music they want to make. Their original bassist was actually John K. Samson who went on to form The Weakerthans. Todd joined the band for their third full length, around the same time they were looking to break away from their pop-punk counterparts and incorporate more of their metal influences. Their discography is all over the place, I highly recommend a deep dive for anyone curious!

[@Nothing2NV]

Stumbled across my old Propaghandi albums and took a stroll down memory lane.

[@acaeleus]

Propagandhi is basically a Prog Rock punk band. Incredible songwriting and musicality.

[@FirstNameLastName-ke6dq]

The song Note to self off the album Failed States is one of my favorites.

[@peterdelvillano9432]

Like many on here, Propagandhi is one of my favourite bands. Every album is unique - they never get stale. Also when you asked, I wonder if they get heavy? I was laughing to myself. Yeah, they get heavy. I would love to hear you check out Back to the Motor League by them. I also love how you don't just comment on the bass but put it in perspective with regards to the whole song. Make some great insights into songwriting that way - I learn a lot from it.

[@siman6488]

The whole of Todays empires would be cool to see him go over.

[@LowEndUniversity]

Thanks for the request! Appreciate the kind words too.

[@geebunk1]

Thank you! Propaghandi has such a specific style but each one is so different. Please more propaghandi please!

[@jasongitlitz7748]

They have a pretty big thrash metal and hardcore influence in their approach to punk, with some songs leaning on those influences more than others. They were a big inspiration for A Wilhelm Scream, actually.

[@fernandomateo4109]

If you don't know Atlas Losing Grip go check them. Very influenced by Propagandhi too

[@manos0mand]

Also a big inspiration to Protest The Hero.

[@ryanpoe9791]

Had no idea that A Wilhelm Scream was influenced by Propaghandi. Thinking about though, it's definitely a sequitur.

[@samhain3824]

“Progressive thrash band looking for bass player”

[@guitarpunkcovers]

Best band ever! So glad you're checking them out. I really recommend listening to everything by them!

[@ryandanley48]

I absolutely love this series. Great song choices. I would opt for Failed States for another Propaghandi song. Harder but still has that techy thing that makes them such a unique band.

[@ligairi]

That bass solo is so beautiful

[@littledittymusic]

Yes! Thanks! Love me some Propagandhi!

[@JustSwivel2]

Potemkin City Limits is a masterpiece. Everyone in that band is a beast. You can listen to that album and just focus on bass. Then listen again for drums. Lather rinse repeat.

[@RocketSurgeon433]

Love your reaction videos about the punk bands I've always loved... in addition to those already covered, Face to Face is also pretty great.

[@jasonzakrzewski958]

Really digging these videos. Every time you surprise me by picking one of my favorite bands. Great to see you discover this music. Try Anti Flag -The Press Corpse

[@lostmotel6156]

😬

[@Eric-ij1nk]

Love the cover!!!

[@LeviGarcia]

Definitely one of my favorite bands. but I don't know if this is the best song to show off bass playing though.

[@calypsogrove]

This is so different from the original propagandhi that I grew up on!! I thank you for putting me on to their newer stuff, I really want to slap myself in the face for not keeping up with this band lol

[@LowEndUniversity]

Rad!! Love it. I’m going to finally binge them real soon here.

[@cfdavisbell]

Great video! Thanks!

[@LowEndUniversity]

You're welcome!

[@waynegrantzky]

Next song you should do is “Dear Coach’s Corner” from 2009’s album 💿’Supporting Caste’. Great job on this video!

[@ChrisHowker]

just suggested this under another video but so glad you already got there :)

[@pricklyprogramming8801]

Propagandhi "Tertium Non Datur"!!!!!!!

[@ChooseBrian]

Propagandhi rips. You’ve really hit a groove here my man. Thx again for giving me all the feels

[@LowEndUniversity]

Cheers!!

[@jacobcedeno3021]

Love this channel huge fan. A hardcore and punk fan also growing up I listened to a lot of "low rider" oldies because of my Hispanic Chicano background. With that said there's a band called Thee Sacred Souls. Yes a complete different vibe, but the bassist is so good and I feel underrated. If you listen to their song "Future Lover" that song is worthy. Anyway don't expect you'll see this, but if you do this song has a killer baseline if you do get a chance. Much love keep making these videos they're the shit.

[@scottpeugh7066]

I was just listening to Propagandhi last night! Great Anarchist band.

[@Marc-master-of-the-reef]

Glad to see someone finally cover some propagandhi, wish more people were aware of this band. Thanks for doing this video!

[@1thess523]

My band opened for them for their Less Talk More Rock tour here in San Antonio Texas.

[@perrytanner9762]

The song Tertium Non Datur has the same kind of effect you spoke about on this one. The guitar chords have so much body and minor nuance that the bass can just go off. ~It’s like two coils of a dna helix, swirling, fighting for dominance over direction. Connected by the drums to stay on a forward path and give something life~

[@GavinHuss]

Yes! You made it to Propagandhi, welcome to the club. I'd suggest the song A Speculative Fiction next.

[@Ebony9762]

I been seeing Propagandhi for over 20 years. I grew up in Winnipeg there home town. Todd used picks alot in the beginning so he can probably play fast like punk/hardcore. Todd had a band called I Spy and he played guitar. He seems to use his fingers alot more with more recent stuff. This band is probably the most progressive punk band from the 90s!

[@Popskull_666]

Great bass tone you have. Very nice

[@MikeP2055]

That record hasn't left my car since 2017. (Yes, I still buy CDs.) They've been one of my favorite bands since ~1994. Chris is such an amazing guitarist (see: Dear Coach's Corner). I'm sure 2,000 people have already mentioned this, but an imagineer is a Disney employee.

[@sergiohernandez6170]

Hell yeah! If you want something a bit longer you should check out their song tertium non datur

[@mattmorris1493]

I second this!

[@pricklyprogramming8801]

I think this has one of the more diverse bass lines for sure

[@bryanbereal]

I just recommended the same song. I've also been suggesting Last Will & Testament on every one of these videos.

[@Astrolux94]

Oh 100%. Totally forgot about Tertium non Datur. Masterclass in songwriting.

[@MrBriansween]

Man, love your breakdowns and reactions. This band is sonically very progressive, thrashy, to more skate/pop/punk sensibilities, but I think underappreciated. Adventures in zoochosis is just a really cool song with some dynamic changes Night letters, last testament, diplicate keys icaro, lotus gait, specupative fiction, fixed frequencies would all be super interesting to hear you react to!

[@edgardelgado7792]

Their whole album Supporting Cast(e) is a masterpiece.

[@michaelcorrigan6577]

Love me some propaghandi. Protest the hero is badass too! Less talk more rock!

[@shannonnorfolk9536]

the first of their heavier album when Todd joined the band, Today's Empires Tomorrows Ashes is one of my favorites check out the track Purina hall of fame

[@bengreenfield7110]

Matt Freeman of Rancid is a pick player and does play throughs on his own channel (Bass Bunker Sessions) as well.

[@alexbruce5684]

You right about the vocals and lyrics shaping the songs.

[@themathhermetic]

YESSSSSSS PROPAGANDHI! Funny that this came out of the Protest the Hero video, Rody is a big Propagandhi fan. They're a kind of band that you can learn stuff from every song, being musically or political.

[@JeremiahShaferSimulacra]

"Walt Disney Imagineering Research & Development, Inc., commonly referred to as Imagineering, is the research and development arm of The Walt Disney Company, responsible for the creation, design, and construction of Disney theme parks and attractions worldwide."

[@andrenucci84]

You can do Night Letters if you want contrast haha

[@sadastronaut78]

Well. It's heavy... 😅

[@kantian7]

Regarding Night Letters… I see a lot of people asking for it, and it’s a great song, especially rhythmically, but I’m not sure it’s super interesting for bass note selection. It IS one of their heaviest songs, so you’d get that side of them. For bass you’d do better with Last Will & Testament or Unscripted Moments, IMO. That said, I did suggest imagineer, so what do I know.

[@caseybonesgaming]

The thing about propagandhi is that they can be so diverse from track to track. But the lead stated that Todays Empires was really the first album that he was truly proud of/felt was complete and cohesive, something along those lines. I personally dont vibe with the extra intricate almost rubato sounding stuff from the latest album, but Failed States (Note to Self & Lotus Gait especially) was where it worked well for me. And youre right about their unique treatment of vocals. So many of their songs (ex: Die Jugend Marshiert) read like prose lyrically, but when they put it on top of music, it can be mindblowing. Other great tracks include too many to count but personal faves that stand out to me are Night Letters, Purina Hall of Fame, Mate Ka Morik Ukun Rasik An, Speculative Fiction, Dear Coachs Corner, Iteration, Potemkin City Limits. They've always been a top 5 for me and I'm so happy when I see them getting their deserved respect.

[@mnloring7867]

Saw these guys at Coffman Union in Minneapolis around '95-'96....they all played completely naked and at the time it was the most shocking punk rock thing any of us could wrap our heads around. Absolutely one of the greatest punk bands of all time. How to Clean Everything is right up there with Punk in Drublic and Against the Grains for my favorite punk albums.

[@1thess523]

FACE TO FACE SHOULD BE NEXT 😉

[@teddypuccini9824]

YES!!!

[@williamravizza3858]

He did bent but not broken off of protecting

[@fc_wade6971]

They are extremely particular of their sound and what goes on the albums. So it takes them a bit for new albums and it’s a great treat when they release. Plus they have families and lives that take priority, which is completely understandable.

[@ohdoodsickdood]

Check out Todd's arms during the bass solo. He's wearing one of those tattoo sleeved shirts for parts of it lol.

[@ligairi]

Hahahahahah wth nice catch

[@robdaniel3211]

I’d love to hear your take on bands with 2 bassists like Cop Shoot Cop, Ned’s Atomic Dustbin, and Girls Against Boys.

[@allstarrme]

Night letters is a good one if you want a contrast to this, it is heavy and in Drop C over E flat. It’s a great song showing of what they are capable of. This tuning is called the Todd tuning for the songs he writes. More catchy would be coaches corner or speculative fiction.

[@youriboulianne]

Had the chance to chat a lot with Todd after a show right after the release of Potemkin City Limit. Very friendly dude who's a huge music fan. I think we chatted for a good half hour just about music. The band have very broad influences and it shows throughout their career. Loved that you noticed the emphasis on the lyrics. Chris writes some incredible stuff that are still relevant 30 years after release and put a lot of thought on the music he writes to fit the emotions and the messages conveyed. If you ever want to do a react about a whole song instead of a bass song (not that there isn't anything interesting about the bass in it, but it isn't the biggest focus in it), I would immediately recommand Purina Hall of Fame. Suggestions : Lagwagon - Give it back Cigar - Legacy of the 7 plies (I'm sure that one is coming already like 88FL) Satanic Surfers - Soothing, Even if time stood still, Lost, Don't Fade Away or The Treaty and the Bridge Face to Face - Disconnected Here's one that nobody else will suggest, so it's pretty much a "just trust me, you won't regret it" suggestion : Oversight - Just a word