Musician Mansion 2 - Episode 3

[@JaredDines_]

Don't forget to click the link and enter to win a Jason Richardson Signature Electric Guitar signed by everyone at Musician Mansion: sweetwater.sjv.io/9LLNWQ Time is running out!!

[@OneTapKap]

when is the rest being posted??? eager to see the rest haha

[@ChaosAttractor13]

Don’t think you are going to get away with NOT doing Shred Collab 7. PAY WHAT YOU OWE!!!!

[@DavidLyonMusic]

@@OneTapKapthis Sunday!

[@OneTapKap]

@@DavidLyonMusic

[@DavidLyonMusic]

@@OneTapKapthey really did and it was a complete honor to be a part of this amazing show.

[@Dickey7861]

Appreciate all the comments from everyone, lot of love and a lot of fair criticism! Can’t wait for the rest of the show to drop, so I can hopefully pull off some redemption. 😉

[@Hellhxvnd]

Dude, you stepped outside your comfort zone; you only had 24 hours to write a brand new song, practice it, and you killed it. I'd be super proud of that. That song was heat. You guys crushed it.

[@PalmelaHanderson]

Dude I can't even imagine the nerves doing something you normally never do in front of a live audience of like... people you have to see again. I probably would have broke down crying after the performance regardless of how I did, just like the release valve of "it's over" would have led to me being like Smeagol in a corner somewhere for a while.

[@seancharlesterrell7625]

Dude, I can't wait either because I know for a fact you're going to absolutely crush it, you're one of the best vocalists in the scene, in my top 3 to listen to, as well as practice to, your grizzly technique is still my fav to add to stuff, and your cleans on amunet were beautiful and powerful on the record AND in your vocal one take, you're an absolute beast. Much love Austin, never forget how immensely gifted and inspiring you are.

[@AnthonyKinder]

bro you absolutely killed it! sure it was a little rough, but you did better than most of us ever could with only 24 hrs of practice. keep rippin dude!

[@ravenstreek]

You killed it Austin given the circumstances. Jared is right tho you'll take this L and turn it into the biggest win ever because that's just who you be. Much love!

[@Otero3D]

Rikki is the Paula of this edition, but the funny thing is that we also have Paula doing Paula's shit hahahahahaahha

[@NegoClau]

Couldn't be more accurate than this...

[@jaredgunderson6530]

I like the way this season is formatted more than last season. More music focused, but still including some goofiness with the side quests. A better balance in my opinion!

[@WednesdayTheClove]

agreed. First season was kind of random after the initial song creation. This one is all about it being a MUSICIAN mansion

[@FLmetalhead]

For sure

[@AndyBassist]

totally agree! i love the song a day vibe! anyone know when epi 4 is dropping?

[@jaredgunderson6530]

@ episodes 4-6 I believe are all dropping in a week, similar to how 1-3 dropped yesterday.

[@AmnesiakMusic]

Absolutely

[@nothingnessnessness]

It was surprising to see how serious Austin is about his craft and band. I thought he was just having fun and that it wasn't a big deal, but his reaction actually shows how important it is to him

[@DareToBeatbox]

Yeah genuinely caught off guard. This show doesn’t seem that serious in general plus knowing Austin it was wild and extra sad to see him cry.

[@Sfingus]

Very true. Good point man ! I agree 100% i felt so bad when i saw him crying qq

[@TheDeadStretch]

I wanted to give him a hug so bad!

[@RowdyYates12]

He has been doing this a long time, so I'm not surprised that he cares, even if it doesn't appear that way when he's joking around.

[@BuddyIsGarbage]

He’s a serious musician, he just likes goofing around too

[@MatteBlackEverything]

I WANT TO SEE THE JUDGES GET 24HRS TO WRITE A SONG WITH JARED. PLEEEEAAASE!!! 🙏

[@skreekx7300]

😂

[@ZiggyVentures]

UPVOTE THIS GUYS!!!

[@Dustinchugs]

They have Hiram that’s unfair lol

[@definitelynotgore]

^ Yeah, there’s a reason Hiram is the hottest producer in the scene rn. Song would undoubtedly smack.

[@notreally-sf3df]

You get this was filmed 6 months ago, right?

[@Lucofur]

Seeing Austin that emotional broke me. I’ve only seen that guy making people laugh and screaming like a dragon. He’s always been a light-hearted dude, at least on social media, and it was so hard to see him like that. Austin, you’re amazing man. Thank you for the constant inspiration you spread through music. You’re one of a kind man.

[@dylanburton4955]

Jared’s reassurance to him was heartwarming to see knowing their history and friendship

[@SEVEN_DUCK]

Austin. We all love you man. You are an absolutely cracked vocalist. Totally hard to sing when you arent able to hear your own voice. Once you finally heard your voice in the 3rd chorus you were in key. No shame my guy.

[@whoknozwhat]

he picked it up. Shit was dope at the end. The hook got me

[@baverfjant]

And to be honest he was the only one to truly challenge himself. He brought his strengths to his new band but also put himself out there by trying out their style which includes clean singing that he's not used to. No knocking on Kacey and Vince who did great, and are both incredibly talented. But Kacey played to the strengths of the band and didn't incorporate her own unique strengths. And I know that Paula would have never agreed with clean singing, but that's where they would have to go to compare. Vince did the opposite and brought his strengths, but didn't really attempt to growl or scream. Again I can understand why, it's not easy to growl or scream if you're not used to it. But all in all, I think Austin took the biggest risk and challenged himself.

[@atka0076]

@@baverfjant Yeah i feel like this would've been fair if Kacey went to Soulfire and Vince to Graystone, because then all of the vocalists would've gone the farthest from their comfort zone and they would've all compromised and tried new styles. Also it would've been very interesting what all the bands come up with. But this Graystone song is such a banger, for that i'm glad it happened this way lol.

[@robdubent]

The only thing ‘cracked’ was his voice when he attempted to actually sing 🤡

[@Xeroforte]

​@@robdubent funny joke, kiddo. Would've been even funnier if most of us didn't know he actually could sing. Not like he used to do vocal covers a lot.

[@AHVENAN]

As someone who's not a musician, I don't think I ever really think about just what an ENORMOUS difference, changing up the drums on a song can do, all three drummers made it sound like an entirely different song, even though everything else was identical!

[@Lil_Paulie]

Out of curiosity, which drummer came up with a part that fit the track the most in your opinion?

[@TuckerMorgan-i1h]

@@Lil_PaulieThe Soulfire drummer undoubtedly had the best performance, but honestly I think the best “fit” was the Graystone drummer. Fit within the mix and rhythm very well, whereas Soulfire seemed to overshadow the rather simple guitars

[@DrinkWater-ly8ew]

​@@TuckerMorgan-i1h I would agree with that. I had wondered before I watched the performance what they were judging on. Was it who could throw out flashy parts and technicality or who fit the song best? Maybe a mix of both? But it seemed they judged the most on technicality. If so, not sure it was fair if it wasn't defined that's how it would be judged.

[@TB0MB63]

Rikki always looks like a player created character and i love it

[@emo.online]

perfect definition 😂

[@justorion7234]

Yeah, I love Rikki. He's so animated

[@esanloveme]

When Damien started playing for the drum challenge I was certain he was gonna win it. But maaaannnnn, my jaw dropped instantly to the floor with Logan's performance. Logan's drumming was truly epic!

[@wouternijs3377]

The fact he plays very restrained with soulfire even shows more talent, he writs what the song needs without showing of

[@Undaglibenglaubengloben]

Yeah but most notoriously Alexa’s extreme limitations stick out even more

[@hoofhearted4]

@@Undaglibenglaubengloben You can tell shes definitely uncomfortable. But everyone starts somewhere, and not everyone is going to be a god, nor do they care to be. She has her style, and that style doesn't really involve crazy drumming. Shes a solid drummer, she just doesn't do crazy metal drumming we're used to.

[@Undaglibenglaubengloben]

@@hoofhearted4 she can’t even keep a tempo

[@Storm23PS3]

Damien was more my style, and I would love to have it on my playlist to listen to, but yeah Logan f*cking killed it.

[@RikkiThrash]

Let’s rock!

[@Lil_Paulie]

You're a legend Ricky! You guys are killing it so far my man, Soulfire is awesome!

[@LiftedBlader]

Love you beefing with austin 😂

[@williamcarbajal383]

This is so much fun to watch 🤘😎

[@sheehan666]

RIKKI!!!

[@sykicmotions4221]

You're fucking hilarious, gained a new sub!

[@DUCKZILLA99]

I feel so bad for Austin, he was forced to do something he was uncomfortable with and he did great. But being a musician myself I know how hard he is on himself. Love you Austin.

[@ssvaiyn3187]

“We’re not Pussies, we don’t need that bullshit” - Paula 2024 banger comment of the year.

[@nevingraves656]

this is what i was looking for coming into the coments lol shes fucking hilarious. "only angry feelings" -paula 2024

[@jamesryan246]

No one is more metal than Paula lol

[@Chocwish]

Paula's a f***kin' gem ❤

[@muchomacho79]

Normies have Poppy, but we get Paula!

[@Kieranh4424]

Paula's got the best one liners

[@nathanclemmons7426]

austins vocals in episode 4 are bout to melt peoples mind just wait

[@mystic0maggot401]

I can't wait to see how he just annihilates everything

[@jessicastoker8932]

Can I just say, this season is, like.... 100% better than the first season. It's so, so good. It's better in every possible way. I loved the idea of the first season - I'm not trying to tear it down at all - but this was such a great evolution and progression for the show.

[@KML-XX]

Oh yeah, finally more focused on actual musicianship and music making, still the quests were such a fillers imo. Would have loved some other small challanges like the drum off or even something like nik does to make a song in style of some band, or just something a bit more creative. Maybe they could have done a bit more with herman too, such a legend and feels like wasted potential a bit, still super glad they had him

[@kackman1950]

Couldn't agree more

[@Jh9801]

It's night and day. This is brilliant

[@bagofsunshine3916]

The views beg to differ tho.

[@romanpoet22004]

Completley agree!!

[@joshuahall8460]

Hiram seems like the DJ Khaled of the metal scene. Dude judging based on what he likes rather than the actual musicians.

[@RDAmusic1]

100% accurate take.

[@kackman1950]

Verrrrry biased eh

[@RetroMediaLibrary]

that guy is a mallcore poser

[@RickGarzaGuitar]

I totally agree his scoring is definitely biased. Soulfire's song was easily the best song musically. Austin's singing in the beginning is the only thing that seemed off. Soulfire had tons of energy and hit hard.

[@davisonsarai7763]

Methinks his self esteem is overcompensating through unnecessary negativity. He even knows he's doing it because he gets quiet and looks away. Weird.

[@boltonhuff3691]

Austin I hope you read this and know that you stepped up and struck out into unfamiliar territory with Confidence and bravery. Been a fan of yours for a long time and can’t wait for Dark Watch to be tour ready!! WYO is waiting

[@Tkolbo_]

Wyoming?!?

[@boltonhuff3691]

@ Douglas Casper area!

[@Tkolbo_]

@@boltonhuff3691 I'm from Cheyenne and Laramie area! Born and raised, but now living in Minnesota

[@boltonhuff3691]

@ well if you ever make it back this way look us up!

[@Tkolbo_]

@@boltonhuff3691 will do!

[@alessandrotelli77]

I honestly just broke down watchin Austin in tears. As a musician i felt every moment of uncertainty and lack of self-confidence in a moment like that. I love how the show has come together, nothing against the first season, adored it, but this time the bands are far more together and I certainly would like to listen to the songs recorded in studio and/or live. That said this season is incredible, most of all because of the emotions it is bringing to me and to all my musician friends, whether they are anger, empathy or fuckin slamming the head on the floor. Keep it up, all of you, I hope to see all the bands writing and recording together even after the show ends

[@emo.online]

well said! stoked for the finale

[@imthecrazyone23]

Much respect to Austin for trying his best doing something completely different for him.

[@hrothgarnogar]

Hiram is way too easily impressed by just anything vaguely surprising. Basically the key to getting a perfect score from him is to just change genres suddenly and he'll freak out and throw up his hands and be like, "OMG I gIvE uP 10/10 nO nOtEs"

[@md_breakdown600]

Austin I really hope you see this comment man. I’ve been a Dickey diner since the 6th grade I am now 20. I have heard your vocals for 8 years. You are truly an inspiration for harsh vocals and I have nothing but respect for you trying cleans and you fucking did it whether or not the performance was perfect. We love you brother🤘

[@bigwilly220]

Nik with the “we won cuz it was better than everyone else like the other ones too but we didn’t win those” had me dying

[@SuicidalGrind]

Graystone will always be the winner in my heart.

[@ThePersia450]

Facts

[@lily117j4]

ong

[@ambiention]

Hiram's scoring is all over the place for these 3 episodes

[@ObstructTheTide]

It's so obvious his role is to just have bad takes specifically for the contrast between the two serious judges. It creates drama. I could be wrong though.

[@Wafflebaby33]

@@ObstructTheTideI agreed with about all his takes so far so idk 😂 I haven’t finished this episode yet though

[@lovehatetragedy823]

​@@ObstructTheTide I think you are on to something 🤔.

[@NvrLucky43]

@@ObstructTheTide I think he just likes loud chaos, but purposeful loud chaos lol

[@elham2393]

yeah, i also felt like he was scoring randomly

[@BradleyAndrew94]

Can we all just take a second to give props to Austin who not only stepped way out of his comfort zone but also delivered a fucking killer performance? Like what the fuck I did not know this man could pull off cleans like that. Hats off to you my bro, absolute powerhouse of a vocalist ❤️

[@shanewalton8888]

Feel sorry for the guy, but this was not a good performance.

[@BradleyAndrew94]

@@shanewalton8888 it was once he found the key he was meant to be in. If someone who sings cleans predominately had trouble finding the right key then yeah sure blast them for a crap performance but for someone who makes animal noises for a living, dude didn’t do too bad at all.

[@hiderpnw]

Been watching for over a decade now. Crazy to see how far Jared has come. This show, the production, the drama, the feels, it's incredible. Seriously, Bravo Jared.

[@marcelo.bassalo]

Holy shit Logan ripped those drumms.

[@brianrosenthal725]

Just watched that and holy shit is right.

[@mrandmrsbearau]

I love that Logan is the most non-band-looking dude and absolutely killed that drum challenge!

[@ToyooterSuperSwagRustPro]

only bad part is theyre going to sound crazy when theyre 80 telling their grand children they did aerobics with ricky thrash

[@bouriyakker]

I think it's incredible how well all the feedback on season 1 has been adapted to this season so far. The format didn't lose any fun, but did get heavily improved on the quality and amount of music incorporated. Well done, Jared and team!

[@Nate_-li2hd]

I for one LOVE Justin's bass tone, it's so deranged and dirty, it works perfect for GRAYSTONE 🔥🤘

[@kackman1950]

Finally, someone else! It's filthy!

[@Malkav65]

Rikki Thrash is really a larger-than-life personality. I had never heard of him before this but I love him so much ❤

[@davisonsarai7763]

Definitely follow his socials. He's a national treasure.

[@TheBlaskar]

This season kicks ass. Feels truly music-forward instead of having random challenges with musicians, allowing them to really showcase their talents and make good music together. Huge improvement, love every second

[@Malkav65]

Massive improvement from season one. Couldn't agree more

[@trayamolesh588]

This is the first reality tv type of show I’ve actually ever enjoyed. The focus on the music is great and so is the cast

[@Mr.Goldbar]

3 episodes in and I'm becoming such a huge fan or Rikki! The man is so larger than life it's insane :)

[@peppersurfer]

Massive Respect to Jared Dines for this Concept.. Its an honor for the rock/metal community.

[@mjustinmeyase1568]

Indeed

[@deminionzz]

This season WILL explode way more than the first one. Great job to everyone especially Jared for taking alot of the criticism of the first season and making this absolute banger of a show. It needs to be on more platforms for more people to see and cant wait for season 3. Edit: I would also love to see you keep this format and bring back Skylimit and Grvsshopper for a redemption season, hopefully in 2 different seasons.

[@laurenbabic]

fine. Skylimit for season 3.

[@YuryVVV]

@@laurenbabicAaaayyyee I'm screenshotting this, PROMISE GIVEN, CAN'T BE TAKEN BACK! 😁

[@adamcogan211]

I’m gonna keep it real, I mainly watch for Graystone so hope they are a staple going forward

[@lovehatetragedy823]

​@@laurenbabic LET'S GOOOO!

[@JooliganTheSnooligan]

@@adamcogan211fr lol I would love that

[@danielsnelen]

Graystone sounds like they stayed up all night listening to Knocked Loose and Code Orange.

[@spfadden082711]

The second drummer, Damien, for the solo challenge made that song so fun to listen to. Amazing!

[@dehasim]

All 3 was great, Damien served the style better

[@PaulJosephBenoit]

I can NOT handle my boy Austin with tears in his eyes like that. That tore me up you KILLED it bro and SHREDDED the box ppl put you in. ❤ I loved every second of it

[@BaysingersDiscGolfChannel]

Being a huge Tallah fan, I was more excited that it was Max and not Mike lol

[@JooliganTheSnooligan]

He should have been on the show lol

[@BaysingersDiscGolfChannel]

@@JooliganTheSnooligan would have been amazing

[@harveytwizell58]

He’s too busy man he’s Code Orange’s drummer too

[@BaysingersDiscGolfChannel]

@harveytwizell58 I didn't know this. Gonna have to check them out

[@Sexiraina1993]

I was so happy it was Max. I love Max

[@erdelyibalazs03]

Kacey is the perfect example of why I love metalcore so much. The dynamics in that genre is the ultimate way to get goosebumps, with the vocals fusing everything together. One moment we are hearing a powerful, emotional, clean chorus, the next moment harsh vocals with a breakdown are trying to rip my head off my body.

[@kuturak]

Preach, brother!

[@killahasbigrpk8711]

yeah good written metalcore is probably some of the catchiest music I’ve ever heard tbh. Not my favorite genre I like extreme metal more but damn bands like Ice Nine Kills, BMTH and other examples are just so good

[@noahfutrell7481]

Greystone for life. Austin life of the show as always.

[@RetiredRobot]

That SoulStone song was my favorite, I wasn’t expecting Austin to be so dynamic and I’d love to hear the song recorded. As I was watching the performance I was thinking it’s crazy how good all these musicians are, that they can write a better song that at least 50% of bands out there

[@NattyIce100]

This is what happens when there isn't record label executives putting their hands in the process. Musicians getting a chance to actually be themselves.

[@Jayharttt]

Ngl, wasn’t planning on watching season 2. But it’s leaps and bounds better than season 1. Less is more approach. Jared is clearly more comfortable hosting. Musicians across all genres. “Contestants” who for the most part aren’t cringe af.

[@N1yaw]

Rikki is true main-character material, the yoga-session had me totally crackin' Honestly, a huge shoutout to Jared Dines, to the whole crew and to these 15 great musicians who managed to create 8, maybe 9 great songs in just 3 days alltogether. This is really hard to do and I'm really happy to enjoy this free content. In season one the first episode was easily the best so I'm really happy Jared changed the script and now let the music speak first of all. This is what it's about if you ask me. The vocalist-change spiced it up a notch as well, super interesting to see the changes in the bands' soundscapes. The drum-challenge was great to see and hear as well, kudos. Can't wait to watch the rest

[@Julzthemac]

Well done Jared Dines, this show has levelled up considerably since the last season

[@mople7399]

Bro damian absolutely DEMOLISHED on the drums, that was so fucking fire

[@Lil_Paulie]

Austin you fucking rule man.

[@th3n3wc4d]

Rikki is such a good grab, he's an absolute character and I love it!

[@jrbaconcheez]

Rikki is such a character, Angel is a legend, Justin is Justin, man I love this show

[@TheokritusElend]

Logan is an ANIMAL in technique, control and speed. But Alexa's style really worked with this track to make it sound unique and her chorus was MASSIVE and hands down my favorite.

[@adamcogan211]

Bro I just want to give Austin a hug! He is so awesome and talented ❤

[@niklasr992]

The songs are on point so far and shoutout to Cole, I feel like he is giving the most accurate and reasoned scores. I also feel like Soulfire is lowkey getting robbed

[@hyleg666]

ABSOULUTELY AGREEEE ahh coming here to read has given me catharsis bc I'm so mad with Hiram and the underappreciation of many aspects of soulfire or aeris, graystone do graystone and they are fine, fun, simple, effective, but the other bands are writing things so rich

[@IamCceeLL]

i think Cole was the only one judging based on performance without bias Angel judging based on the emotion he felt with the band's progress. and Hiram just picks who is the most metal

[@ejune0381]

Yup

[@yolospartanch6577]

Would love to hear Austin on that Greystone song with Kacey as a feature. They are both sick vocalists 🤘🏻

[@NegoClau]

Honestly: the winner is US WATCHING ALL THESE AMAZING PEOPLE DOING AMAZING MUSIC TOGETHER!

[@jimeverson3363]

big respect austin for pushing yourself and trying something different, it doesn't always work, but you keep going, and you keep pushing! absolutely sick vocalist. the fact that you've tried and you've got upset that it hasn't worked shows that you wanna keep trying. don't let this set back stop you. keep pushing, keep going, smash it

[@DeraldPhillips]

This season is amazing. I binged the first 3 episodes and I can’t wait to see more. 🤘🤘

[@messinalyle4030]

It broke my heart watching Austin standing there halfheartedly clapping for Greystone.

[@Lil_Paulie]

I wanna say, while Logan killed it on the drum challenge, and had a more technically impressive playthrough, Damien wrote his drums to fit the song in a much better way in my opinion. I was impressed with all the drummers in this episode, but Damien just nailed it start to finish and it felt like i was listening to the legitimate track, whereas Logans playthrough while impressive as heck, felt more incongruent. Alexa did great considering she normally plays a very different style of drums.

[@kanquida]

Yea, those blast Beats, even though they are really well executed, Don't fit the song at all, it's a groove-ish backing track, it's not prog, or black or death metal backing track, and Damien knew how to adapt his own styles to the song while it still felt natural

[@Lil_Paulie]

@@kanquida THANKYOU, someone gets it!!!!

[@spfadden082711]

Agreed. It’s crazy how much the drums can change a song

[@rastfa1852]

Totally agree. Logan played for himself and don't get me wrong it was cool (especially the many nuances and various snare displacements) but Damien played for the song and got me hyped. The double time part in the beginning fit much better than the blast beat in Logan's version. Alexa also really stayed true to the song more even though her performance wasn't hundred % clean. They all did really well considering the pressure they were under though. Really cool challenge 🤘

[@Lil_Paulie]

@@rastfa1852 Yep. Logans start just felt jarring to me. I did like what he did alot still though. He's a beast on the kit. And I was impressed with Alexa, what she wrote went well with the song and I think she killed the sections where she was using a single kick, but the double kicking could still use some work.

[@PSZEMKI]

I wanna hug Austin soooo much 🥺🥺🥺

[@TheFatBeaRr]

He's my neighbour and he's smelly.

[@VenusianSanctuary]

I need episode 4 NOW! 😭

[@xxPow3rslave]

for real. i wonder when the next batch is being uploaded!

[@Elizondobass]

@@xxPow3rslavethe 22nd I think?

[@GhostBoyGhoul]

@@Elizondobass thanks fam, I await the 22nd patiently 🙏

[@muchomacho79]

@@GhostBoyGhoul I await impatiently.

[@BastiBasti90]

They are all so Humble, its Just so nice to watch all episodes! I cant even find a real favorite for me, everybody is Just great in their own way. Still Justin and Austin make me Smile everytime they appear!:)

[@andrewpappas9311]

That was absolutely awesome, everybody killed it and even though it wasn't his forte Austin's singing actually sounded really cool in my opinion and I definitely get the bittersweetness when they won without him. Good shit from everyone nonetheless, still absolutely loving it and here's to more next week

[@dezmilad]

Yooooo Aeris song with Vince is such a fantastic banger. I absolutely loved it. I wanna hear that recorded professionally. In my opinion it's the best song of both seasons combined

[@DavidLyonMusic]

Already done. I revamped the hell outta it too.

[@dezmilad]

​@@DavidLyonMusicI can't find it anywhere, do you have a link?

[@DavidLyonMusic]

@@dezmiladsorry, it’s done but not out yet. Hoping it’ll be out in the next week or so.

[@dezmilad]

@@DavidLyonMusic I can't stop singing the chorus, the chord progression under it is infectious, chef's kiss 👌

[@abdelilhmanflores]

as a drummer i really appreciate the love and backbone status that us drummers have. I know we are kinda seen as dum-dums due to not having a hand in melodies or harmony. But no matter what all the parts come together to make the whole. drummers love our fellow musicians as much as they love us

[@riddles610]

As much as I love blast beats, Damien took the drumming challenge for me. I feel like what he did suited the song better

[@MelkMan7]

The blast beats didn't suit the song, I agree. Would've been better if it was just straight 16th notes on the kicks but none of them went that direction.

[@chrisflynn9695]

Hiram never needs to be a judge on anything ever again.

[@Rusty_Shackle-Ford]

Ya dudes super corny

[@americand0lphin]

Nah he is good and right

[@obenohnebohne]

I wanted Austin to sing for ages. He’s an amazing screamer, but I know, his singing would add even more to his musicianship. It takes huge balls to step out of the own comfort zone. A highlight of this season.

[@atka0076]

Jared you're an absolute legend and genius for coming up with this show and finding all these cool people. The S2 is a huge level up from what was already brilliant, hats off to the production team because this is professional work. And of course the contestants, it's still mindblowing that musicians can build so much chemistry in such a short time to create such quality of music. I really hope this goes on for a very long time and at one point we see a mega mansion with all the bands who won the seasons competing against each other :D

[@neogenmatrix6162]

Paula and Nik have a great guitar chemistry with each other. That duo kills it.

[@GrenadeLegs]

Austin, we all empathize and understand. Please don't hold onto the negative aspects from that experience. Take the positives and know that a ton of Internet strangers give a fuck about you!

[@pauliusmscichauskas558]

Season 1 was a fun watch. Though, the challenges and activities weren't as interesting... It was far less organized, and the sound quality of that reverberant room was hard to listen to. This time, all the kinks were straightened out and this show got REALLY good. I'm very excited to see more!

[@lukecarodrums]

Austin you get a 10/10. Been a fan since i was a kid i love dickey dines you shaped my whole sense of humor. Yeah you messed up the first chorus but you aren’t typically a singer, you killed it by the end and that’s way more than any screamer can usually say

[@ulascancnarl7433]

Djared, you one upped the first season with this one. I watched it from start to finish without breathing. Thank you for this amazing show and hope to see a third season soon.

[@lilyjohnson1267]

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[@StormIsGaming]

I learned to scream from Austin’s videos. I’ve always considered him not only my favorite but the most talented vocalist in the world, and he’s still top dog for me.💪💪💪

[@AndyCrimson]

This is my favorite thing on KZbin right now! Love getting to see "new" musicians and having the challenges and content be more music focused is a big step up from last season! #teamaeris

[@Zack0409]

Damn.. Logan killing it on the drums. Making us drummers proud.

[@madison_imlay]

Rikkiiii! Soulfire is absolutely killing it

[@RikkiThrash]

Haha thank you!

[@Dustinchugs]

RIKKIIIIIIIIIII

[@lovehatetragedy823]

Soulfire is definitely my favorite. Although Kacey's vocals are crazy good.

[@Xenthoz]

@@lovehatetragedy823it’s a shame that Kacey’s personality/politics are insufferable

[@johncronce4079]

I still have tears on my face from watching these. All of you are great in your own ways and you all did a very great job. I don't often comment on videos but I'm sorry I'm touched and inspired soo much watching this it's absolutely amazing. I love you all and big big hugs to everyone ❤️ 🤗 ❤🤗 Thank you Jared and Austin and Sweetwater and whoever else was involved in putting all of this together, Great job!

[@SoberVAR]

Definitely think the judges were off with soulfires performance. Ripping the solo that literally fit the song profile? And then ripping Austin for going completely out of his comfort zone saying he shouldn’t have done any clean vocals, just doesn’t feel right.

[@kanquida]

It was not about the effort they did to make the song happen, it was about making it all blend and sound "good", his clean singing was bad, and also he didn't say the solo didn't fit, it was unnecesary, the song could have gone completely fine without the solo, and i get it, the figures are kind of (for lack of a better word) generic

[@Dr.Spatula]

Austin sang bad. He knows. He knows why. He and the judges even mentioned how it was corrected by the end. They are being judged based on LIVE performances. Shit happens. And as the other comment said, Hirem said he personally thought it was unnecessary. That does not mean bad or didn't fit

[@DrinkWater-ly8ew]

Well, I don't think he should've gone out of his comfort zone for a performance. The band should've played to Austin's strengths which wasn't cleans.

[@KML-XX]

​@@DrinkWater-ly8ewoh yeah, they weren't wrong. It would probably be much better to see them try to make fully screemo song then force him into cleans when he's not feeling in them. Though maybe it really was just that he couldn't hear himself and would do great

[@Werewolf914]

@kanquida A Guitar solo improves any song it's in every song needs to have one because that's the best part of music is the Guitar

[@zynosgd9982]

I really like Alexa's drumming. I like complexity like any other prog nerd but I think there is something to be said about serving the song. I really like her contribution to the songs throughout the 3 episodes.

[@Lil_Paulie]

Yea simplicity is effective, and coming from a pop-rock/pop-punk background that's the type of drumming she's used to. My only big criticism is her double kicking. Other than that she's been crushing it. And that's no easy task when you're up against Damien and Logan.

[@gyberic]

@@Lil_Paulie Had to scroll surprisingly far to see a comment re: Alexa's off time kicks. Seems like most people don't notice, so I guess that's cool haha

[@cloudoftime]

​@@gyberic I don't accept that most people don't notice, I think people just don't want to leave negative comments. Since Hiram made the criticism in episode 1, people have been walking on eggshells. Look, you don't _need_ to be a fast drummer, but you do need to be a metronome. Alexa is, unfortunately, off rhythm at some point in every single song this season. People want to lift her up in other ways, saying she is "playing to the song" or "playing to her strengths" and that she is "crushing it" but can people just be honest? Is she the worst drummer ever? Obviously not. Is she the best on the show? Obviously not. Do we really need to give false praise out so much? Can people not just be what they are anymore?

[@SwampsideStrength]

@@cloudoftime agree. It’s not just the kicks that are off, pretty much every fill in her solo was off, every song her timing is inconsistent. Not a bad drummer by any means, but she’s nowhere near the level of most the musicians on the show. She just needs more experience and there’s nothing wrong with saying that

[@aaronclinard5003]

I was going to say the same. She's a great drummer, but I feel bad that she's kind of outclassed on the context of this show. She deserves her place in the industry for sure, but she's just not laser perfect on beat to the level of the other drummers here.

[@lesalterman]

Austin, We love you, man! You're fkng LEGEND!

[@a7x_austin977]

Austin stumbled on the first chorus but he brought it back on the 2nd and 3rd chorus. Soulfire as a band sounded great too and didn't deserve a low score. And Chenas solo was sweet. Middle judge PMO every time he speaks lol

[@ROGIERSON]

We love the Dicky & Ricky combo

[@SchteveL]

After three episodes i think Paula is the MVP: skilled - especially in writing, humble, nice... The dynamic with Niks epic/unique style was so insane in this 24hour song (EP.3) (I like many others too, but she stood out)

[@rubenbekkevold4455]

Through the first 3 episodes, I must say Hirem has dissapointed me. His judging and expectation seems very biased and driven more by what he likes instead of actual musicianship. I mean, wtf is up with the facial expression at the intro to Aeris's song 44:07 In general I think Musician Mansion and the musicians themself would benefit from a more thought out response from the judges. Make it a segment after everyone has performed. Thank you, Jared, all musicians, and every hero behind the scenes for this series!

[@Malkav65]

I don't think he's necessarily a bad judge, but your criticisms are totally valid. Obviously everyone has their biases and preferences, but the judges should try their best to be as objective as possible. In Episode 2 when Hiram gave a 50 and Cole gave a 70 to Soulfire, it didn't feel like the disparity was well-reasoned or justified. That said, I really like Cole's judging and commentary, and I think Angel has improved a lot at judging since last season.

[@kackman1950]

Hirem kind of feels like the equivalent of the Simon Cowel archetype 😆

[@al.ex.bey_]

Hiram has managed to piss me off at some point or another in each of these episodes, couldn't agree more that he is so obviously biased

[@SirFooplesTheThird]

Everyone has their preferences. I, personally, don't enjoy Kacey's vocals at all. They can scream of course but compared to the cleans of Vince or the harsh vocals of Austin & Justin they just falter. Aeris in general just kinda lackluster imo

[@jarrod2351]

I kinda agree, but I do have to say I don't necessarily believe that he made that face to their intro like that. Don't forget how everything is edited! This is still "reality tv" style!

[@kristovj827]

Everyone on here is so amazingly talented. After every episode so far I've been blown away. Love this season so far. Good shit everyone 🫶🫶🫶

[@Lannycakes42]

"an elevated John Frusciante" ahhhh i don't know about that...

[@Exequor1]

yeah... was not even that good solo to start with.

[@bryanwall7075]

Finally a reality show that doesn’t create false drama and fighting. Love how everyone gently respects and loves each other. Finally a “feel good” reality show.

[@vincemindas]

Being on this show was one of the most challenging yet rewarding experiences of my life!

[@FIatts]

Bro you killed it!

[@VolantisMoon]

Take a drink every time Hiram says “strengths.”

[@lovehatetragedy823]

😂😂😂

[@Yorgivgm9618]

Take a drink every time Hiram gives a good piece of advice. Oh wait, I guess you would be sober.

[@BillPassmore]

this is the show ive wanted my whole life. no lie, back when pop idol started i dreamed of a day when id see a show exactly like this. thanks for making it guys

[@ophilianecr]

Logan was a BEAST on that drum track! 😮. And Kayce is super talented and versatile, Alexa is really stepping up to the challenges of harder drums and improving so much. Rikki is also crushing it by stepping into harder sound, and Vince just made me appreciate more soulful music with that voice!!! Greystone always making me wanna fk sht up!! What a season!!! Its anybodies game!!!🤯😮

[@jaredy18]

This show is incredible. I feel like it was made for me and i cannot get enough. Please keep this going Jared, this is by far some of the best music content on KZbin. You clearly figured out what people want to see this season and the editing and sound is fantastic

[@alirezaasgari3643]

This is the most entertained I've been in a while, thank you to all the people that made this happen❤🤘

[@stevemuzak8526]

Second season is so much more music related. Way better balance between music and entertainment. I really enjoy it! These musicians are incredibly talented. All of them are unique. There is now true words to describe how amazing they are.

[@chatrick203]

I love this series! It's such a nice throwback to garbage reality TV times back in the day but in the best way ever haha. I love it please keep this going!