Musician/Producer Reacts to "Cure For Me" by Aurora

[@leod2408]

What many people do not realize is that many of Aurora's songs have been used in various movies, TV series and computer games, examples: Runaway - The Following , Biohackers Winter Bird - Equals Murder Song 54321 - The Flash , Detour ,Teenwolf Under stars - Scream , Mass effect andromeda Conqueror - FIFA 2016 Running with the wolves - Teenwolf , Wolfblood, The Flash , Hanna , Blacklist ,Good behavior Midas Touch - Hanna Daydreamer - The bold type Through the eyes of a child - The 100's , Reign , Frequency Queendom - Elite , The bold type Warrior - Riverdale I went too far - Girls Half the world away (Oasis song) - Girls Chuchyard - Runaways Forgotten Love - Grey's Anatomy Aurora's voice (the north wind) in Frozen 2 . Baby mine - Dumbo , Aurora's version was supposed to be in the movie , but for some reaso it didn't happen The Secret Garden - The Secret Garden

[@StrateleStudios]

WOW, this is mind blowing. Thank you for this information!

[@leod2408]

@@StrateleStudios you are welcome and yes it's mind blowing and what it's even more mind blowing is the fact that the music industri in the US don't promote her or other european artists at all Protectionism in a large scale! Other than that , Super nice reaction!

[@justjulie37]

She's fabulous. Best musical discovery I have made in a really long time. This girl is truly unique in the music realm. She has so many great songs and videos. You should watch her latest song "Heathens" live version. It's fabulous. And she's actually popular in many countries and she has toured, even recently in America. She has plenty of fans in many many countries, including America. She has become my favorite in a very short period of time.

[@StrateleStudios]

I'm surprised I am just not hearing of her but better late than never! Thank you for this information it helps me to have a better understanding of her and her music!

[@avedic]

I've yet to meet a lukewarm so-so Aurora fan lol. When I wear my Aurora t-shirt, either people have zero idea who she is....or they can't help themselves as they start gushing about how Aurora is literally their favorite human being on the planet. lol....I get it though. And the handful of Aurora fans my t-shirt has allowed me to meet....always ALWAYS end up being some of the coolest smartest kindest people I've ever met. Her W&W fan-base seems to select for nothing but amazing humans.

[@gulliegulliver4546]

me too, I'm 70 and I find Aurora absolutely captivating. So glad I cam across her music.

[@MusicWithToddLedbetter]

She is so great, check out AURORA - Through The Eyes Of a Child (Live at Nidarosdomen)

[@StrateleStudios]

Oh man, I saw a snippet of that...looked AMAZING. The sounds was so clean too!

[@NorseOkies]

You mean check the entrirety of Nidarosdommen concert.

[@kevdenn]

Aurora was writing songs (poems) at 6 years old...she said the music started coming around the age of 9. She was discovered after someone posted on social media a video of Aurora ( real name Aurora Aksnes) singing at school. She never planned on becoming an artist. Her fans are called "warriors and weirdos". I hope you enjoy exploring the world of Aurora's music, talent and joy this Artist, singer, songwriter and producer brings to many worldwide.

[@StrateleStudios]

She is so otherworldly. I am so taken by her…what an artist.

[@henningmathiassen412]

I would recommend «The river». By the way: Welcome on board!

[@StrateleStudios]

Oh my goodness...how did I miss this one! I'm definitely going to do this song...geez I saw like a minute of it and I was already mesmerized!

[@Tarkus_]

Great to go back and see where your Aurora journey started! You already loved her, but no way you could know yet just how special she is. 🤩😍

[@StrateleStudios]

Once you've entered her world there's no going back!

[@rolfjamne8922]

Aurora is one of a kind and she like to make diffrent versions of her songs. This one got a fantastic acustic Bossanova version called a love letter to South America.❤

[@StrateleStudios]

She seems to be to be a true artist in every sense of the word. I have been snared by her and I go willingly.

[@Einyen]

@@StrateleStudios She was 19 at the Tiny Desk performance in Nov 2015, not 25. But yes in the beginning of her career at age 18-19 she looked much younger anywhere from 12 to 16 on different occasions.

[@richdandanell2911]

Aurora's MV's are true works for art . I think you'd enjoy reacting to Aurora's videos " Queendom " which is one of the most beautifully shot and inspiring MV's out there . And also Aurora's MV " Exist for Love " it's her first full on love song . I grantee you won't be able to take your eye's off it from start to finish . There are both that good .

[@StrateleStudios]

WOW these look great!!! I'll add them to my list. Thank you Rich!

[@andreasclaussenwahl5518]

Or running with the wolves, runaway, Heathens, Apple tree, To be loved, Giving in to the live, all interesting videos or live concerts Haik (in the woods literally or Nidarosdomen concert with reduced symphony orchestra, churh orgen, harp and choir. She is astoundingly creative and very diverse. And las but not least, thank you for a great reaction!🙏🏼👏😊

[@StrateleStudios]

Thank you Andreas! I saw a snippet of "Running with the Wolves" and almost did that one as my first reaction video but this one just barely edged it out. I'd love to "Wolves" next because the video looks so damn good!

[@Scartomuffin]

Nice one. Check out The Seed by her.... that is just as astounding as this. Have a happy day :)

[@StrateleStudios]

Oh ya, I saw a snippet of that one too. It looks and sounds amazing! I'm sure I'll be doing a reaction to that video. I love the message in that song..."you can't eat money".

[@havardkvangarsnes9461]

Now you fallen down a rabbit hole for sure. Her entire catalog is very good. But check out her live cover of Teardrop by Massive Attack, her live cover of Life On Mars by David Bowie, her live concert from Nidarosdommen Cathedral, and her forrest concert called Haik. All very awesome stuff. And she is just amazing live.

[@StrateleStudios]

Wow so much to choose from! Love it!

[@gigatoob]

Yes more like this please. Love Aurora. Thanks for your take!

[@StrateleStudios]

Thank you! Oh yes...there will be more coming!

[@tmsvanes]

It's a masterpiece, and not her only one. Hope to see a follow up soon. The video for Winter Bird is another very beautiful, innovative, creative and masterful video. And she is shockingly good live. Think you will have plenty of suggestions for further listening. And yes, captivating is the word of the day!!

[@StrateleStudios]

I have stepped into a new wonderful world. This is so exciting for me. I love finding new artists to explore!

[@newquinn22]

"The River" is also a fantastic music video by AURORA. Im sure you could play it as a silent film and understand the thrust of the song without having to hear the music(though the music is equally stunning). Great reaction, glad you enjoyed this one!

[@StrateleStudios]

Thank you so much! Yes, I loved it!

[@peterkoeppl1186]

Beautiful!

[@avedic]

Some cool things about this video.... Aurora and her sister both designed _and made_ her outfit. Aurora art directed the video. Aurora hand painted all the masks in the video. Also...in the Exist for Love video, that super expensive looking pearl headdress she's wearing? She ransacked her closet, found every pearl she owned, and hand made the headdress herself. She does a _lot_ of DIY stuff that you might not assume is her. Also much of the album artwork for the LPs EPs and singles are paintings she made herself. She doesn't talk about that side of things a ton...but I love how personally invested she is in her visual world. I'd actually love to see her do even _more_ of that. But....I get that she's got plenty on her plate and sometimes you have to delegate things out to others. But all my favorite musical artists are people who _also_ are the main creative force behind the visual elements. Whether that's Adam Jones directing all of Tool's videos or Jack White developing the entire aesthetic of The White Stripes. It just makes their musical world feel so much more visceral and personal.

[@avedic]

On the flip side....I'm a huge _huge_ fan of the band Silverchair. Their 3rd, 4th(especially), and 5th albums are modern masterpieces. Daniel Johns is a legit musical genius. But...........ALL of their visuals were handled by other people, and it shows. The visual representation of that band did _not_ match the brilliance of the music. I always thought that was a shame because this incredible music was never visually represented well. Anyway....I'm ranting. I clearly feel strongly about this topic lol... ;P

[@StrateleStudios]

You always have great comments...thank you!

[@avedic]

@@StrateleStudios haha thanks....just saw this. You could argue I'm rather opinionated, wordy, and have a tendency to ramble.... But I'll go with what you said instead! Thank you. :}

[@mariopardillo8618]

Great reaction! I love seeing people fall in love with Aurora - she really is quite special. Having grown up during the "golden age" of the 60's and 70's, I'm so pleased to discover new young artists who are creating exciting unique music.

[@StrateleStudios]

Thank you Mario! I was so taken by her…she is absolutely fascinating.

[@petermcgee2162]

Great reaction., technical and aesthetic observations excellent and informative. A true teachable moment.

[@StrateleStudios]

Thank you SO much Peter!!!

[@annehyden1088]

many good reactions on your channel ! Aurora is one of a kind. She has many masterpieces.

[@StrateleStudios]

Thank you Anne! She really has an abundance of wonder things to explore!

[@John-gv2ug]

Aurora's official videos are all great and very creative, However, for pure artistry, and to fully appreciate her vocal brilliance, Aurora's live performances, particularly the stunning 2015 Nobel Peace Prize concert, her 2017 Nidarosdomen masterpiece and the magical 2019 HAIK concert in the forest can't be beaten.

[@StrateleStudios]

I will definitely be getting into her live stuff!

[@TheAkal]

I concur with you opinion on this video. Especially that early days of mtv comment. Nailed it.

[@StrateleStudios]

Thanks Alan! 😊

[@graemesandstrom5654]

Hi mate that was a great reaction video and it seems that you are already familiar with her stuff. One of the most amazing videos and certainly one of my top videos EVER is the brilliant Nidarosdomen concert in that cathedral in Trondheim Norway. It is absolutely beautiful in all ways and it was recorded in December in 2017. It has a string orchestra, a male choir, a harp, the church organist and her own brilliant band but most of all she absolutely owns the stage with singing and presence. As Molly Meldrum (a famous Aussie) once said - “Do yourself a favour!”

[@StrateleStudios]

Hi Graeme! Oh yes, I caught a snippet of that performance and it looked amazing! I’d like to check more of that out!

[@ironkimberly2134]

I Really enjoyed this! Great reaction!!! I will Adding to my run playlist!

[@StrateleStudios]

Yay! I love discovering new artists like this!

[@louispaquet8185]

Just remember that she write, compose, arrange, choreograph. and produce, she has her hands on everything. One of her favourite thing to do, she likes working in the studio, recording and producing,

[@StrateleStudios]

And even paints!

[@Geralt26]

So many great songs and performances to go. Very good reactions :).

[@StrateleStudios]

Thank you so much, Geralt! Lots more to come!

[@ralphmunn1685]

As an old guy who came up during the birth of rock, and who has been GREATLY impressed with the "upper end" of modern music, I found "just the music" here to be catchy, well executed and FUN, but not remarkable. The work taken as a whole, however, from conception through the visuals and including the production, is AMAZING!

[@StrateleStudios]

👏👏👏

[@havardkvangarsnes9461]

Teardrop on Triple J channel and Life On Mars on the Howard Stern Show. I see there are other versions as well but these are ace.

[@RunarNyrud]

I would recomend life on mars from Nidarosdomen concert... She sound VERY nervous at the Howard Stern Show.... In my humble opinion.... 😎

[@StrateleStudios]

She does "Teardrop" from Massive Attack?! OMG I am so screwed...I have fallen into the Aurora rabbit hole!......

[@StrateleStudios]

This is gonna slay me as I am a HUGE Bowie fan...oh wow...

[@havardkvangarsnes9461]

@@RunarNyrud got to disagree about the nervous part, but I am agree about the Nidarosdommen concert which I allready recommended

[@norse-nilsbjasa]

@@StrateleStudios The Teardrop performance was done ad hoc - as in not knowing what song to do until 1 hour before shooting it. Same thing she and her band did with Boney M's Rasputin, this time they used 15 minutes to decide their take on it. And it's very different, but lovely.

[@lillm6874]

Great reaction 👍🥰 If you react to “The Seed” do the official video. Other than that watch the live performances, she’s an amazing live artist 👍❤️

[@StrateleStudios]

Thank you! YES, I totally agree the official video for "The Seed" looks amazing! I plan on doing that one so stay tuned!

[@jjmail1971]

Her Earth Day live version in the woods is great too (might be close to the HAIK forest)

[@lillm6874]

@@jjmail1971 It can be the forrest outside her parents home, it’s close to where they did the HAIK concert 👍 It’s also a beautiful version, but I like HAIK because she was so surprised when the mans choir suddenly sang with her😍 But everything with Aurora is great 👍🥰

[@McDevittMike]

She's one of a kind. Must be something in the Norwegian water 😎

[@StrateleStudios]

hahaha, yes

[@ronjensen3514]

Her fans are known as warriors and Weidows.. Check Queendom, She always has a message in her songs.

[@rk41gator]

The music seems pretty simple and catchy, but her visual presentation, her interpretation takes it to another level. Noting the feeling of seeing the first of MTV videos is very true. Thinking Gabriel's 'Sledgehammer' or 'Shock the Monkey'.

[@StrateleStudios]

Yes! And I loved that era of music videos. Some artists like PG were pushing the boundaries. 👏👏👏

[@branscombeR]

@@StrateleStudios Wikipedia says the first video on MTV was The Buggles, 'Video Killed the Radio Star' ... you suggest Aurora loves to dance, but she downplays her abilities, saying she can't dance, only 'spasm'! R (Australia)

[@jeffmalloy8200]

Aurora painted all the masks and they painted the floor to resemble the set from Alice In Wonderland. She took dance for 10 years.

[@more5600]

I hate to recommend another new song but the official video of "Exit for Love" is a perfect example of what you were describing regarding combining music with imagery. The official video for "Queendom" is also spectacularly beautiful.

[@StrateleStudios]

Hi Albert! I have “The Seed” and “Running with the wolves” taped and soon to be published but please remind me of these afterwards so I don’t miss those gems!

[@andreasclaussenwahl5518]

The Aurora Suburban feet is also just fascinatingly weird, beautiful and unsettling😅

[@StrateleStudios]

Wow, she sounds amazing on that track! Bravo!

[@Calumetto]

A modern iteration of Isadora Duncan -- without the scarfs. ••• Thanks! PEACE!!!

[@StrateleStudios]

Wow, you are spot on! 👏👏👏

[@thinkingoutloud7851]

Very fine reaction. May I suggest you begin with a beginning, her mv for Runaway is her biggest hit to date with 300+ million views. It's not my favorite, but it's still a great frame of reference for her later work.

[@StrateleStudios]

Great suggestion! I’ll check that one out!

[@RunarNyrud]

She even made a dance tutorial for this 😂 kzbin.info/www/bejne/embZnadnpadmiqc Her live stuff are mindblowingly fantastic! Check out Through the eyes of a child from Nidarosdomen concert! And don't worry: you will like what you see also! NRK produced this concert (Norwegian "state" Brodcaster), and they did a insane job! Nidarosdomen is a cathedral buildt from 1070 to 1300......

[@StrateleStudios]

I love the fact that SHE is teaching the steps. She's so awesome! I saw a snippet of the live performance in the cathedral it was breathtaking!!!

[@TomTomson81]

Aurora said the song does not represent the album. It is quite separate, but it joins the story of the whole album. Aurora herself finds the dance quite ugly in a beautiful way. 😁 The song in general goes against institutes that offer a so-called cure for homosexuality/bisexuality. In doing so, she is directly affects the topic. And of course it should increase self-confidence and self-esteem for everyone who needs it. I think that she's also pointing the (middle)finger at her critics and against people who call others crazy or creepy or laugh at them just because they dress differently, have ticks or otherwise fall out of the norm. All movements that are otherwise involuntary with her, she makes here with full intention. Her wide open eyes, her hand movements, Shaking her head and her involuntary twitches. Everything is clearly highlighted with the camera in various separate settings. That didn't have to be so it was intentional. "I don't need a cure for me" Furthermore, Aurora is the only one without a mask. She is the one who shows her true self and does not hide. Everyone else wears one and seems to bury Aurora in the sequence in which she looks almost panicked into the camera. Which for me is an indication of bullying. She painted the masks herself and her sister made her outfit. It should also create a bridge to "Exist for love". I think the "Exist for love" reference at the very beginning (Aurora in the Crystal Ball on the Shell) had its reason. The song was also criticized. That wouldn't be Aurora and why is she singing such a song? Why only love between man and woman? And so on. The usual stupid talk. The apple is from the Garden of Eden (the forbidden fruit and sin) and Aurora likes to bite in.😁. Which brings us to the Christian faith and its views on what love between two people should look like. In addition, the apple could also be a reference to the sentence she once said in an interview. Why can't there be a wish inside an apple? Anything is possible if you believe in it. 😁 And by the way, the video is inspired by Alice in Wonderland. The dance in corus and the visual. The sound in the chorus seems to be inspired by old video games. Aurora released a mini game shortly before, which also included exactly this sound. In general, there are many special details in the video that have meaning. The black and white floor on which she dances or the glued 7 and 9 angular stars in her face and on the floor. 7-star: 7 is a divine number and stands for the 7 chakras, 7 days or 7 sacraments etc. It also symbolizes perfection and connects spirit and matter in the universe. The seven star, also known as the heptagram, contains ancient knowledge and is considered a powerful protective symbol of the natural religions. People with the number 7 have a seventh sense and are farsighted and open to everything new. Or Aurora watched too much Game of Thrones. What she actually does. Then another explanation would be possible. 😁 9-star: The 9 gives us access to our inner and higher wisdom. The number nine symbolizes the power of creation, bliss and knowledge. In Buddhism, the nine is the highest spiritual power and the associated symbol is the nine star (enneagram), which is composed of a circle and triangles. People with the number 9 are warm, intelligent, wise counselors, and good listeners. A nine-pointed star also stands for perfection All features apply to Aurora

[@StrateleStudios]

🙌🙌🙌🙌 This is one of the most epic comments I've ever seen! Thank you so much for all of this, I really appreciate it!!!

[@kurtrussell4527]

You should watch the live video she did for this. They kinda recreate the music video and it’s great

[@StrateleStudios]

Oh cool! I wanna see that! :)

[@annehyden1088]

apparently (dont know if it is true though), that she herself painted all the masks of the dancers :)

[@alexviksnins]

If you haven't heard cory wong put out a full album/paisley park session last week

[@StrateleStudios]

Oh wow, I gotta check that out!

[@jjmail1971]

Grest reaction

[@StrateleStudios]

Thank you JBJ! :)

[@tinntinnamp]

Thank Petra haha

[@StrateleStudios]

Exactly hahaha

[@pseudodragon5236]

This guy looks like my doctor fr