Music Teacher Reacts to Spiritbox "Constance" | Music Shed #83

[@frutoish]

Spiritbox is honestly top tier right now

[@KamikazaSantoryu]

as they've always been!

[@frutoish]

@@KamikazaSantoryu you’re right

[@moebounce7]

100%

[@lucascollier8728]

Easily my favorite band of probably the last decade.

[@frutoish]

@@lucascollier8728 I 100% agree

[@Treggify]

The reason I subscribed is that you pause to analyze the music from a theory standpoint and an emotive standpoint. It’s rad. Pause away.

[@MidwestGodYY]

This ^ Not like other reaction channels. Learning and feeling at the same time.

[@hotnfreshpizza]

Exactly. Much better than the faces and forced reactions.

[@bradleykramer4269]

If people dont want a pause, they should go listen to the actual song lol

[@UltimateGamerCC]

@@bradleykramer4269 ikr? some people dont want a reaction, they want someone to listen with them or something, whatever they want it isnt a reaction.

[@TanneMalm]

As a person and musician who loves more “complex” music it’s lovely to finally find a reaction channel that does more than just make silly faces when something happens during a song. You actually analyse it, and not in the way that all these “vocal coach reacts too...”-types of channels. You understand the music, you feel it, and you don’t talk down to people when you explain yourself. You’ve earned yourself a new subscriber, keep it coming man!

[@스텔-c6o]

lmao "make silly faces" ikr, how easy it is to get views reacting to popular songs with 0 effort

[@TanneMalm]

@@스텔-c6o In total agreement with you mate

[@australianwi-fi]

Chase Carneson has great reactions too, he has a lot of musical knowledge and pauses to analyse the songs pretty often

[@Shomelife]

@@australianwi-fi Love Chase!

[@Defensive_Wounds]

I could not agree more! This was why I subbed months ago. :)

[@stevendorsey4554]

Finally, a reactor that "gets" the heavy, confused, and slowing ending to the song. Bravo to you. The videography is award worthy in this video. The song was written as a partnership between Spiritbox and Dylan from Versa films, whose grandmother, Constance, or Connie, is in a long term care facility, and has suffered from dementia for years. The family has not been able to visit Connie, as well as Courtney not being able to visit her grandmother prior to her passing. The picture of the nurse in the video is "Connie".

[@coreyboucher225]

I'm really surprised how many people didn't get it from the jump. Like even the Rhythm and beat how the flow isn't always consistent kinda gives off that "lost" vibe

[@gregstacy4498]

I noticed the slow down at the end the first time I heard this and I was blown away by how well it fits the meaning of the song. It was an excellent creative choice. It felt to me like the slow decay of one's mind who suffers from dementia and the like. Took my breath away.

[@rumandbass]

@@coreyboucher225 I took it as the slowing of a heartbeat literally, but also the slowing of the mind figuratively.

[@cyberia55]

Never have I experienced such a soulful presentation of something seemingly so mundane as the major 7th. You are amazing! Please don’t stop what you do. You clearly love it, and it shows.

[@Swollen_Goat]

Never apologize for pausing to explain your thoughts. That is THE reason I watch. I have already seen/heard all of the pieces you go over so to me this is what I come for. ALSO HIGHLY recommend Periphery - Reptile.

[@RoyalSubjectsMusic]

I demand you make a full piano cover of this song right now. Thank you.

[@MusicShed]

Sir yes sir

[@tyamizuki5304]

PLEASE. I was jsut coming down here to say this, sir, I am BEGGING

[@drowninblackdye]

And then can you publish the sheet music? I would love to play this stuff but my ear isn't nearly as good as yours to figure it out and play it.

[@thrashlatem]

Ya! Fuckin dance monkey! Lol

[@raw7576]

Did he ever do it? Link?

[@justineagle3058]

I'm not crying, you're crying

[@leonel8831]

On God, this song hit me like a brick.

[@christopherrice4816]

Can't lie that I was on the verge of tears at the end of my first listen to this song. It's so powerful and written so beautifully, and the video drives the point home without getting in the way. It's really a perfect song.

[@danidynamite2]

I honestly love your pauses. You don't just pause to pause. You thoughtfully analyze whatever song you're listening to and you inject a bit of humor or of your personality into the mix. Between that and your ability to play a song you're listening to for the first time like you've heard it a hundred times before this has quickly become my favorite reaction channel. And I watch a lot of reaction channels.

[@MarkBrazil31]

...Hello Danielle.🤟🏻 :c

[@Forelorn99]

Please keep pausing and hitting those keys and explaining - chills man - phenomenal

[@micahchavira2947]

You feel the despair in that last breakdown. .

[@Kaiveran]

Truly. I never thought I could break down crying to heavy, crushing music. I was dead wrong.

[@fallingforyoualways]

Spiritbox are honestly one of the best Metal bands out there rn. Courtney is one of the most badass vocalists rn 😎🤘🏻

[@MarkBrazil31]

I love this band🖤🤟🏻🎤🎸🥁🎵🎵

[@pikkuda]

You have to react to Thornhill - Where we go when we die! They are a young australian band with unique style and really ambient sound!

[@스텔-c6o]

yes thornhillll

[@americanmetalhead7318]

Thank you! I had a literal day counting thing in his comments tell him to react to it. He said they’d put it on the list

[@스텔-c6o]

@@americanmetalhead7318 hey if we get enough likes on this comment he will see it

[@Klewie]

any song from The Dark Pool honestly! #Horny4Thorny

[@pikkuda]

@@Klewie True!! What's your favorites from The Dark Pool? I always have to listen the whole album because it's so perfect, but The Haze and Human are best imo :)

[@kriskenard]

I know this song is gonna make me break down and cry at some point. I am so thankful for this band and for this song. My Father died in February this year and I'm having a strange time processing my grief. If you're reading this comment, please reach out to someone you love with all of your heart that you haven't spoke to in a while.

[@Komyeta]

Stay Strong Brother

[@chrisparkins8980]

Who else is so amazed by how he can basically play the song before he’s even finished it?

[@crhu319]

I am but turn the volume down a bit so it blends and the inevitable lag timing doesn't make you lose the song.

[@Tigerjunky93]

His pitch recognition is on point. When you get close enough with an instrument and music you can recognize common patterns, chord structures, and other “rules”. I’m getting there but nowhere near where he is.

[@markdunlap4550]

Courtney wrote this song in memory of her grandmother who passed away last summer. Due to the pandemic, and the border being closed, Courtney was unable to go to her grandmother's funeral. Her grandmother always wanted Courtney to sing a pretty song at her funeral. This video is dedicated to the video director's grandmother who is name Constance and is battling dementia and living in a long term care home. The people and things disappearing was her losing her memory . At the end was her not recognizing her husband. Also the picture of the nurse in the video is a picture of the real Constance.

[@kannonmcafee]

Probably the most artful use of a breakdown I've heard in metal. I think they should win an award for this song and/or video. Rooting for them.

[@Jacob-tq8ef]

I fell down the rabbit hole of your reactions and I learned about each song from a musician’s standpoint which I dig a lot. And someone else pointed out that the others make stupid faces and add no value, you teach. I’m a fan I heard in an interview that Courtney’s grandmother always complained that she screamed too much and that she wanted to hear her beautiful voice. Ultimately this song was fulfilling that request in the ultimate tribute

[@GrizzlyBrwn9]

Damn, the end made me tear up. Absolutely amazing musicians

[@Blackbirb5150]

That last riff where it gets incredibly heavy I just imagine it as that emotion of rage and confusion as to why this is happening and the struggle of dealing with this type of situation. I still can't get through this song without some sort of sadness even when it's a reaction

[@Rusted_Empire]

I completely agree

[@dallasdavis5765]

He even said it. It's an amazingly simple, yet profoundly emotional and powerful track. Spiritbox has their thumb on the pulse.

[@calebspencer3451]

Spiritbox blew up this year! I love it!

[@aaazer_]

I don't know anything about music theory, but I do like when you break down it in the middle of the song, keep up the good work man, much love ❤ 👍

[@dustydreams5940]

No matter how many times I hear this song I cry

[@jasonnovo6296]

Your improvisation when you were talking about the tension between the 1st and the major 7th is amazing!

[@BlargMyShnoople]

I love these videos, never stop making these :)

[@Thejakepipkin]

Huzzah a man of taste. Always good to see another channel i follow on another channel

[@thisaugust0nfire]

never stop making yours!

[@Tigerjunky93]

Holy shit it’s Blarg! How’s Canada? I love that you love this. His music theory is on point.

[@DarkDisc1]

Hey Matt!! Never thought I'd see one of my favourites here

[@Mayfired]

BLARGGGGG!!!!! You're a metalhead? LFGGGG

[@jesush1710]

What you played at 9:00 helped finalize my decision to order a piano. I hope I can figure out how to play that

[@MusicShed]

Wow! That’s pretty cool.

[@scn1194]

7:28 Good lord, if there is a way for you to do a piano cover collab with her singing,...I'm just imagining how beautiful this would be.

[@andrewwilson45]

Beautiful song. Emotional and touching... feels very human and honest. Great work Spiritbox.

[@CallOfTheVoid06]

I lost my grandma too... and I love Courtney for putting out for all of us suffering from the loss of our love one's.

[@carpathianpsychonaut]

A great video (as ever) with just the right balance of musical explanation and video commentary. Spiritbox really hit it out of the emotional park with this one.

[@lucashouse9117]

This song makes me cry every time I hear it. So well done.

[@bleachdragon88]

The ending is like a heartbeat slowing down and finally coming to a stop 💔

[@backburner9624]

Everytime I hear this song I get chills and teary eyed. Such a beautiful and emotional song

[@rumandbass]

Not a lot of people seem to talk about the quality of this video. Every element is perfect for the subject matter. It is a master class in perspective.

[@user-lh5vj7gz3h]

I just watched 3 of your videos in a row and I am thankful you aren't another reaction person who just pulls an angry face while headbanging and describes the song as "filthy". Also, your pausing stopped me from crying to this video (which I've done a lot already) so thanks! Can't wait to see more videos. EDIT: Nevermind I started crying when you started to play the song on the piano.

[@pinocolado1710]

Why am I so often on the edge of getting tears when I watch your videos...? I mean, your way of sharing your inconditional love for music is so heartwarming and uplifting at the same time... please never stop David. You are the best reaction channel on KZbin and I hope you’re aware of it.

[@micklaikrison2]

This band is probably one of the most incredible bands out there today and your breakdown of this song and your gift on the piano is fantastic thank you for this reaction.

[@gmdragon117]

The music theory man! I love it! Thank you!

[@robrogers2407]

love this guy

[@JohnWilliams-mu9mj]

I found this channel by chance. You're one of the only reactors that shows your true passion for music. We can all see that. Just earned yourself a subscribe! Keep up the good reactions!

[@tonyjames9016]

Your explanation is amazing. Thank you for taking a deep dive into the relationship between the notes pulling the emotion out of our human condition. Thank you.

[@user-tk7um3hi8x]

this is the best reaction channel on youtube, hands down...he actually goes through the keys and notes and just, wow....excellent content, thank you MUSIC SHED!!!

[@user-tk7um3hi8x]

he even includes fun facts on the side wtf!?!!! how have i not discovered this sooner?????

[@wickedPrints3256]

Come for the intro, stay for the reaction.

[@americanmetalhead7318]

I already know he’s boutta love this shit. Such a great and powerful song. You know another song you’d love? Where We Go When We Die by Thornhill

[@tapitforever]

YES

[@glootfrootswoot]

I feel like you should do a cover of your fave song you’ve reacted to each month because the way you deconstruct on the piano is sooo good

[@timbo4973]

Another great deep reaction and analysis. i love it. keep healthy @all

[@baldaiacharles]

This channel is the best thing 2020 gave to me. (Aside the A Day To Remember - Live at the Royal Albert Hall)

[@MusicShed]

Ty my brother

[@sn95_mustang_garage]

Damn dude, the piano part was beautiful. Thanks for that.

[@TheWhiteGoblin]

Ah this song makes me cry. I lost my paternal grandfather to Alzheimer's a few years ago and I just had a moment of hating how he never got to see his grandchildren grow up or his great grand children.

[@jamesreifenstein3272]

Right at the emotional climax of the song you have to go and bring up Space Jam... weirdest cry ever

[@mh1290]

I absolutely love how you analyzed this song. This band means a lot to me and you hit the nail on the head. I appreciate your thoughts and look forward to hearing more.

[@RT22444]

Started watching because I was looking at DGD reaction videos. I LOVE the moments when you cut to your piano renditions of what you're hearing and explain the nuance of what the musicians are doing. Awesome.

[@jacewoods8384]

I love your pausing. you are not just reacting, you also teach a lot. Thank you for that!

[@LuStrangerIV]

This is an Incredibly Powerful and Beautiful song

[@GordoManne956]

100% youve become my favorite “reactor” JUST off of this video alone. Thank you for this

[@DJHollyhood1]

Absolutely love your videos and analysis/reactions! You’d be absolutely BLOWN away by the vocalist of Slaughter to Prevail. His name is Alex Terrible! Would love to see your reaction to their song Demolisher!

[@WittyCaMoNinja]

my man! that breakdown of major 7 & tension was amazing. i love your videos. keep up the great work!

[@BendyDH]

This song has been growing on me a ton the past few days, really emotional and hits me right in the feels, I lost my father 5years ago and my grandfather last year (thankfully before covid started, if that can be considered a positive thing)

[@joshuacrutchfield]

I love that you mentioned the music near the end picking up on a life moment. Knowing what the song was about already then hearing you explain it that way made it hit that much harder! It’s one of my favorites and you did a great job analyzing it!

[@jeffreyacuna4536]

I love how you explained the feeling I get when I hear the maj 7th 💙

[@damnyule45]

I live for your piano interpretations. Never stop

[@CaptainBlackwolf]

Man I could listen to your piano playing for hours. Love it.

[@Cipher_Actual]

Man, when you started playing the song on the piano. I was at a dead stop with tears welling up. I would love to see a full cover of the song on piano from you. Absolutely beautiful.

[@MusicShed]

Ty CA!

[@devili7y585]

That part about Major 7 chord is brilliant, thank you for sharing this !!

[@KittieZombieSlayer]

Spiritbox is so special. Almost magical.

[@HalcyonDaze149]

The only reason you should be watching reaction videos is to see, well the reactions. Pausing it allows you to explain what you experienced and expand upon it. Your videos have a good pace and I’m thankful that you’ve made them!

[@angsukma5486]

That piano cover.. so chill, sir.. do it more, sir...

[@depht_]

I love the format of your videos - the knowledgeable breakdowns of the theory behind these songs, with your fabulous piano playing really brings a whole other level to the format. Keep it up!

[@gregstacy4498]

This was a perfect analysis. I got emotional again for the hundredth time. Subscribed

[@jamesglover3794]

Liked and subbed, love your whole take on this, thanks.

[@Whereisdogbro]

Your musical analysis is as beautiful as this song, thank you. I cried during this.

[@MusicShed]

Crying is good for your soul

[@danieldaugherty5888]

I feel for Courtney, I too lost my grandmother this year, a few months ago. I couldn't see her in her last days due to COVID.

[@MultiEchelon]

One of best songs ever

[@Shutupmike]

Not what we wanted. Just what we needed. Thanks David.

[@Jpietru95]

honestly your pauses keep saving me from balling out my eyes every couple of seconds during this song so thanks for that

[@berik8559]

I love the pauzes! And also the keyboard playing. Awesome and thanks for the cool video’s and your explanations love it!

[@superviro]

I had a hard time explaining to my wife why I was getting choked up after watching this video the day it was released. Then I made her watch it and she had a big emotional response to it too. I didn't have to explain it. It was understood.

[@sethkelley50]

A react Channel just hit me in the feels Bravo.

[@haven5144]

Love your breakdowns and how you put into words the feeling and intent behind tone, mixes, all the little nuances that people often miss!

[@unbounder]

Honestly, I was waiting so patiently for this video. I so badly wanted your analytical approach to the descent of this song and your appreciation for it made it all worth it. Thanks for pausing and giving me and other viewers a moment to connect with your experience because this song is so unique for everyone in its own way. Spiritbox is a spectacular band.

[@B.117th]

Thanks for the authentic reaction and informative approach. Very much appreciated. Subbed !

[@gordonholloway2298]

Man I love hearing how you dissect the music, you are honestly brilliant. Never change how you do these reactions, please.

[@darko5697]

You are one of my favorite reactors. Keep being you, sir. 👽

[@PalmelaHanderson]

This song fucks me up every time. Like, every time I think it won't fuck me up and I can just think about it from a compositional standpoint, NOPE, I still cry. I've lost all of my grandparents and my mother, most from alzheimer's or some other thing that causes dementia. It's like listening to a fire poker in my heart.

[@dallasdavis5765]

This was an amazing react. Thanks for breaking things down on the keyboard. That clenched it for me. You rock.

[@Kaiju_Chaos]

That piece you had in the middle was beautiful. Great reaction.

[@mynameisfatmike6742]

I've watched a million reactions to this video but you're the only one who actually stopped to break down the musical theory and commentary - top tier reaction to a top tier song!

[@treacoffill]

I loved your breakdown of the major 7. Very well explained.

[@willvaughn6.395]

There is so much music insight in you’re reactions god bless you Feels like I’m taking an advanced music class reviewing all my favourite tracks ❤

[@eyesweyedopen4599]

That was such a cool explanation of the maj7. Thank you for giving me new perspective! That's why I watch you! This was such a heartfelt one, awesome job.

[@rizkypories]

thank you. Proud from Indonesia sir..

[@DasAggro]

I'd be super interested to see David react to The Contortionist, either the Language suite or Reimagined/Return to the Earth.

[@itsLeftyLucy]

Sleep Token - Thread The Needle Unlike anything you've heard before, but you're going to absolutely love it.

[@martinw2235]

very instructive analysis about the major 7th. 😊

[@CherylsBirds]

This song touches deep! Found your video looking for the lyrics.

[@UltimateGamerCC]

the heaviest song to date that isnt angry, isnt screaming, isnt growling... just DEEP, POWERFUL, EMOTIONALLY DRIVEN Music, beautiful.

[@hesuchristo6577]

Always a great analysis

[@parakootz7986]

love your analysis

[@DDruid777]

Dude I love you. I love your way of disecting music in videos. Your grace and understanding is incredible and I listen to your channel to help me relax when I am anxious. Thank you for your time.