Music Teacher REACTS TO Dance Gavin Dance "Man Of The Year" (Tree City Sessions 2 Live) | EP 119

[@angelmota9418]

I see DGD I click. Simple.

[@_shark_chick_]

Exactly

[@isaiahherrera6200]

Right !

[@RattyBlueWIZARD]

Same

[@ZachAtticus611]

Same except I also exclaim a “YASS!”

[@KevDogSmooth]

FACTSS

[@JStoesz09]

The band has said that the reason they get knocked for not having a wild stage presence is because they try really hard to make the live show sound as close to the studio as possible.

[@aureumursa1833]

I honestly prefer that. Bands with acts really aren't my thing like Slipknot and Kiss. Just show up, rock out, and go home.

[@metroskyes5974]

Venetia Fair did both😊

[@El-ingobernable]

@@aureumursa1833 Slipknot doesnt put on the same shows they used to before The Grey Chapter but I get what you're saying

[@Callsign_Kishin]

At least their Studio and Live performances have FLAWLESS SOUND QUALITY. Jon can scream perfectly Live. Take that haters!

[@jondoe1916]

Jon Mess has great stage presence even if he doesn't move much.

[@aidan8061]

Nothing impresses me more than someone that can just hear something and instantly create something awesome on the piano

[@tophfb]

Seriously, I’m all for an alternate rendition with his piano skills mixed in 😂

[@willreaverful]

Hells yeah 👍 I'm super jelly, it's a real gift.

[@christopherpace7291]

when he said "this band is a band... they are really a band".... i felt that

[@Orchidsymbolism]

They really write music

[@thesaviorofsouls5210]

I like it when they play the instruments

[@CSKefka]

Dance Gavin Dance is truly one of the bands of all time.

[@dylanlearmont1559]

The best part of this show was the countdown to start. It was just Jon Mess sitting in his bedroom eating a plate of rice and beans and staring in to his webcam, occasionally petting his cat. My brother and I were dyingggg

[@kelseymorgan9945]

My 11 year old noticed they are playing part of the song backwards at the beginning. We had tickets to see them last year and it was canceled. We watched this on our projector with the kids. It was fun! DGD is a favorite in our house.

[@MusicShed]

Smart 11 year old there!

[@kelseymorgan9945]

That’s what I thought! Whether or not you react to it, you need to listen to Here Comes the Winner by DGD. It really shows what Tilian can do.

[@Callsign_Kishin]

your 11 year old is into DGD? You’re doing great as a parent. 😂👍 that gives me so much hope for the world.

[@kelseymorgan9945]

She likes some of their songs and thinks tilian is cute 😂 My 14 and 9 year old are big fans. They complain because none of their friends have heard of any of the bands they listen to. 🤷🏼‍♀️

[@kraff_]

Cool parent alert!

[@Pulpxx]

Man of the Year is one of those songs I'd kill to listen to for the first time again

[@AngryOlive_]

It’s such a big song it took a few listens before I really went wow. It’s really one of their master pieces

[@Pulpxx]

@@AngryOlive_ definitely for me was the first time i heard the build up after tillian's intro. DGD always did really nice transitions from clean to heavy. But this song diverges from pretty sounding into mayhem so quickly and flawlessly. That drop always hits for me.

[@caseyadams1137]

@@Pulpxx Original comment hit so hard; and to the second I say, which? ;D

[@brysonxd]

Those first screaming vocals literally made me jump first listen lol

[@jacklyncogburn5292]

No cap, this song is a masterpiece

[@davidgreen2466]

Whatever he may have been feeling internally, I'm still grateful Tim got to experience this peak with the band before his passing. RIP

[@zackpierce708]

They’re my favorite band. Full stop. It warms my hearts to see other people enjoy them as much as I do, especially when it’s analyzed by someone else that plays music. Please PLEASE *PLEASE* keep journeying with Dance Gavin Dance. If I were to choose next: 1. “And I Told Them I Invented Times New Roman” (Jonny Craig on vox) 2. “Tree Village” (Kurt Travis on vox, Will Swan on heavy vox) Or 3. “Son of Robot” (Tilian on vox) Have a fantastic day!

[@grafitea]

Times New Roman is fricken incredible! Great top 3 list.

[@seembou]

he should listen to Craig

[@AreJayMC]

Times new Roman is THE song that gets people into this band in my experience. Johnnys vocals are nutty

[@melting.pot.records1617]

I could not agree more with this!

[@AvocadoAffogato]

This!!! That’s why I was so stoked to go to swan fest

[@bdeamon1]

This band is what happens when the angel and devil on your shoulder decide to harmonize

[@pigb0i]

you need to do nothing shameful the vocals on that track are truly phenomenal

[@barelyshiftin]

Top 5 songs from them for sure. I cant tell you how many times I've listened to it

[@VitulaJoy]

This track is beautiful, Andrew Wells’ part is a nice addition to the contrast of what Tilian and John do.

[@EmilianoSoca]

Yes, the studio one. It has a guitar solo behind the vocal harmonies that the live version doesn't

[@miguelarmienta254]

The way tilians vocals and jons screams harmonize at the end of Nothing Shameful and Evaporate on TCS2 gives me life

[@aureumursa1833]

This song overtook Philosopher King as my favorite Dance Gavin Dance song late last year. It would be greatto see a reaction to it

[@thebrandocalrissianshow6241]

Having their live set sound exactly like the records is what they’re known for.

[@athmaid]

Most of this was pre-recorded at Pus Cavern Studios though. That's why it sounds so clean

[@miguelarmienta254]

@@athmaid it's probably why Jon felt more comfortable goofing off on stage, I know I read somewhere that they try not to go too crazy during their sets so they can give better vocal performances. Saw them live a few months ago and they're amazing live.

[@athmaid]

@@miguelarmienta254 oh no doubt they are great live, judging by fan-made live recordings I've seen! This was a compromise and I think they handled it well

[@miguelarmienta254]

@@athmaid It's alright I didn't think you meant anything negative in your comment. Also, Tilian said the sound of this upcoming album is a lot closer to their live sets so I guess the compromise might have actually done then a huge service in their production.

[@athmaid]

@@miguelarmienta254 I've seen a few bands give their studio recordings more of a live feel/sound lately, that's awesome! Definitely gonna check out the new record when it comes out, thanks for the info :)

[@Soulful_Oatmilk]

Matt Mingus the drummer, Jon Mess, the unclean vocalist and Will Swan the lead guitarist have been in the band since the beginning around 2005, their synergy is unparalleled at this point, then Tillian and the Bassist Tim Ferrick joined around the same time in 2013 which coincidentally was when I became a big fan.

[@Swollen_Goat]

same. I really didn't care for the band till TIllian joined, but I was a fan of Tides of Man and loved their albums so I was immediately like I gotta check this out. Mothership is my favorite album though for sure.

[@bradhuff5131]

Tim has been in the band since 2009 except for 2011

[@ZzzNamorZzz]

I was listening around the Jonny Craig days, lemon mirengue tie I think was the first song I heard, and I kind of fell out of love with this type of music after Happiness came out and middle school ended lol 2 years ago I came back to all the nostalgic bands and music and fuck Tillian blows Jonny and Kurt away. Idk how I like his voice more than Jonny’s because my mind tells me it’s impossible but he’s amazing. So happy they’re still going and getting better over time.

[@papahat3449]

Technical Jon left the band for a short time as he is not on Happiness

[@drummersaysHI]

If you like all of the guys from the original band check out Secret Band. Its all those guys and not Tilian. Definitely should check them out if you have not.

[@MCNeurotiK]

Hearing Tillian on record you'd immediately think, "No way he can do this live." I still don't know how he does it. I've never been a huge fan of his songwriting but he's a force vacally.

[@dominickthegamer]

There is something about how he screems so casually but sounds so emotional that gets me.

[@AJZ0626]

"Uneasy Hearts Weight the Most". You can check out the performance, where all of the vocalists come back to play it live

[@anarchy373]

I’ve loved seeing you fall in love with DGD. So wonderful to see the passion you have for the band now and I always look forward to a new reaction video of them

[@LampyGames]

What you said about a band playing together meaning more than the talent is one of the smartest things I've heard about music in a WHILE

[@michaeldonaldson4159]

Can't believe you did this one, what a great start to the week

[@outlaw_adam]

You introduced this band to me with your reaction to Prisoner, I’m now obsessed with them. I discovered this song a couple of weeks ago and have listened to it constantly since then. Thank you.

[@MusicShed]

Wooo!

[@gatisjansons8850]

Started following Shed cuz of BMTH reactions. And very thankfull to be introduced to DGD in here. Listening to them a lot for last month or two

[@jonr5638]

Have you guys listen to the happiness album? It's one of the best for me!

[@johnnyc3224]

Dude you’re killer on that piano with this song. I didn’t think this song could sound better until you started playing

[@MusicShed]

You are a nice brother!

[@quantumxfluxmd6821]

Watching Dave not being able to help himself and play piano over dgd is a joy i didn't know I needed

[@drewschluter7249]

What an exciting journey! Dance Gavin Dance Rules!!

[@TAZERAT]

Tim always killed it on bass. RIP pal. Keep playing for our buddys above.

[@LurkMe]

It's awesome to hear a MUSIC TEACHER explain what I've known for years about this band, their creativity and range is remarkable and so unique

[@brendanm8182]

"What are they gunna do next?" - DGD in a nutshell

[@natebaggett4868]

This was shot on a bridge in Sacramento, where they shot the live concert of Tree City Sessions 2.

[@Callsign_Kishin]

Hell Yeah! It makes me so proud that people know of this band. Sacramento Proud!

[@GooseKnuckles]

I was sitting here thinking "Man, I never noticed the piano in this song." And it turns out it's just you. Jamming along and making it sound like it practically was already in the song. Love it.

[@julianfigueroa2489]

At this point you need a separate channel dedicated only to DGD reacts lol

[@richard6200]

some people might not realize but this song is the total package that shows how great they are as band, the bass line, drums, riffs, melodies, brutal screams, tillian's range, lyrics all top notch in one song

[@xravenx24fe]

Tillian in particular is extremely talented AND extremely skilled. His vocal performances live and in studio are NUTS and blow so many singers from any genre out of the water.

[@Dave.M.23]

I had been listening to DGD for while, but your channel introduced me to this performance and it has become one of my favorite tracks. I love the convulsion from Jon Mess when he’s doing his manic screams 😂

[@Revelationvaliant]

Gonna be honest. The addition of piano would make this great, next do nothing shameful from this same set. SO GOOD

[@syrupbender]

This is literally my all time favorite band, I could listen to only them and be happy, not even gonna lie. I love that you love them so much! I feel like they don't get the love they deserve.

[@gabbymess1148]

That deep Jon Mess' "you" at 9:28 always hits the spot

[@cantuadrian2895]

Rock in peace Tim ❤️ never forgotten

[@papathiqq3849]

I love that during this entire video especially towards the end you can see that Jon is super relaxed when he's screaming because it means the sound he's making is really healthy and he's not hurting his voice at all.

[@jacobturner8965]

It's awesome to see how dgd went from one of the most unstable (for lack of a better term) bands, with constant line up changes etc. To becoming one of the scenes most consistent band, and a band that releases music so often, I think they definitely deserve their place and any success that comes along with it.

[@edcasey52]

This is literally the 15th time I've watched this reaction. Best one on KZbin

[@MusicShed]

That’s really cool! What keeps you coming back for this one in particular?

[@edcasey52]

@@MusicShed You got a great energy and analysis towards DGD in your reactions. Also this song is my fav and it's one I will always listen to. Can't wait for you to do more of them!

[@Stowens93]

If you do another DGD song it has to be Nothing Shameful featuring Andrew Wells. Andrew absolutely kills the feature and he is the Bands touring backup guitarist/backup clean vocals.

[@kierangwynn3857]

He is part of the band officially now

[@camisado92]

Your enthusiasm and enjoyment of Dance Gavin Dance made for an awesome reaction video! Love DGD! Have been listening to them since earlier on in their career. I saw them live back in May for the first time and it was an amazing show! Also your ability to hear music for the first time and instantly be able to play it on piano is very impressive!

[@TukWest]

I found this band when I was like 13? Back in 2008, the Kurt Travis era, a lot of people didn't like it, Kurt it still my favorite singer of all time. I'm glad that they picked up Tillian though, he fits perfectly in DGD.

[@BRNardy]

Not gonna lie, I kinda want a version where David plays along the entire song with the keyboard

[@stevereese1943]

While She Sleeps - YOU ARE ALL YOU NEED pleeeeeaaaassseeee. one of the most unique guitar riffs

[@skylarcopley6362]

"I gotta see these guys live" Yeah.. me too dude

[@Callsign_Kishin]

I’ll see you at the show someday! Every DGD set I’ve ever seen is a blast. go home feeling fulfilled. It’s always a Party!

[@jonahwhitney5455]

Dude the keys were actually a sick addition

[@Vayxes]

They're on the capital bridge in Sacramento California, whole thing was closed down to play a live show during the pandemic

[@KTmusic1121]

i love that you enjoy this so much because youve only tipped the iceberg. the new jackpot juicer album is GODLIKE!!

[@goosepoppy6130]

There's a live version of their song "We Own the Night" on KZbin from Warped Tour 2017 that is super high quality that you should react to. Tilian gets up to an Eb on the chorus, it's insane.

[@JDT2893]

This is one of the only bands that can sound as good as they do live as they do in studio and its impressive

[@meowsohard]

Through my life I know there’s things That will always happen death taxes and Dance Gavin Dance putting out bangerz after Bangerz

[@XandycamX]

Their version of Jesus H Macy from this show was absolutely phenomenal

[@rebecccaaamarieee]

My god this song gives me the chills. Got me through a terrible breakup. Love these guys.

[@Orithous]

Head hunter by DGD!

[@ItssGrimm]

New here, and you have he best “reaction” videos, your knowledgeable, you jam out with the song, you don’t pause it every 5 seconds but a reasonable amount and you seem like a kind genuine dude. Love it.🤘🏼

[@jonthomas3652]

That addition of the piano just made this go up so many notches... petition for you to feature on a performance of this song!

[@UnGranSaurio]

You are so fun to watch man!

[@miguelarmienta254]

Uneasy Hearts with Andrew Wells is the elite version from TCS2

[@RipleyBeann]

Seeing you get as hyped about the technicality of their songs as I do keeps me coming back. Another amazing reaction, as always! 🖤

[@hiek-et4fk]

i just love how he can appreciate these types of music.

[@Ennui.]

That last section gives me goosebumps everytime

[@derekwright5722]

I've seen this song live twice, and IMO this song is so much better live than on the album. The energy they convey during their performance is just nuts

[@B1G-MO]

Glad you got to see the man of the year performance.

[@dutchman1997]

Awesome reaction, I love that you love dance gavin dance as much as we all do. Can't wait for more dgd!

[@MirandaNKristen]

You described them so well. They have so much going on, it’s hard to have a favorite and there is no “main” of them. They are all so talented and stand out but blend in the best way 😭

[@TheMasterMindV]

Love this band and everyone else that loves it. ❤️

[@MusicShed]

Love you too!

[@willreaverful]

Stay open minded brotha! It was a treat to hear someone that teaches music not be a negative Nancy when a lil screaming from Jon Mess greets their virgin ears 😂. No but seriously definitely my fav band for the last decade or so. Serious question, have you heard a band do as many transitions as they do in one song I find myself just absolutely dumbfounded how they managed to make it all work it's crazy. Thanks for making the video man stay open-minded 😎

[@_Ashesrising]

And Im the nerd that immediately thought "hey, I know that bridge!"😂

[@RobD21]

Saw them 4 times in 1 year. It's THAT good!

[@bigsquatch40]

Dude your keys sound so freaking good with this song. I hope by some miracle they see this and ask you to join the band. I recommend you listen to Nothing Shameful

[@summermateo4101]

Grew up with DGD, love seeing them anywhere like they’re just so talented

[@ashyrafshukor]

FINALLY! YASSS!!! Been hoping and waiting for you to discover this masterpiece and you did! David, you're the best!

[@kapla2004]

YES see them live. They are a great live band and a lot of fun on stage

[@kelseymorgan9945]

We were supposed to see them for the first time last year. Just bought tickets for September. I’m so excited. Never seen them live before.

[@kapla2004]

@@kelseymorgan9945 awesome!

[@jimenezern10]

I've been recently listening to this performance alot lately and came upon your reaction video. You just gained a fan.

[@stewartjaquess287]

I’ve seen them live 3 times. And it’s everything you can ask for. They tour with great bands as well.

[@themilklizard9558]

one of my favourite things about watching someone get into DGD is how their community always comes out to support them, love your channel dude keep up the good work

[@Edman459]

YES, my favorite song!

[@brandonwasemiller1446]

It's pumpkin pie on Johns suit. Backwards Pumpkin song. Check it out. Live version with Tilian, but check out the original with Johnny too. If you want another song with an entertaining video Summertime Gladness

[@ebenezerspludge8369]

I've seen these guys about 5 times live and they are perfect. Bought tickets almost 2 years ago, Gonna finally get to see them in October.

[@KTmusic1121]

holy wow, can you do a full piano cover of this song? pls. that made me cry when you played it talking about the 7th and 9th and such

[@eric7971]

I love seeing someone else appreciate one of my fav bands as much as I do :)

[@ThatGuyOverThere010]

will swan is an incredible guitarist and song writer, glad you pointed out the little bits that make this band as you said...a real band that can stand the test of time

[@suchgr8hieghts]

DGD is my fav band and i have yet to see that video... holy crap what an experience, glad I watched that with ya. Ive seen them live twice and they sound just as good. Its amazing.

[@edcasey52]

Your DGD reactions are the best on KZbin. I haven't clicked to watch a vid so fast in a long time. Thank you for giving this band the Justice it needs.

[@44fallen44]

I'm from Sacramento and didn't know about them until last year. Spotify autoplayed "Blue Dream" when i was riding my bike and I literally got goosebumps so bad I stopped and sat down in the grass. These guys are awesome 🙌🙌🙌

[@MrClark360360]

I’ve seen this performance a few times and they are my number 1 favourite band. I literally had goosebumps watching this and seeing your reaction because I knew what was coming. I knew the explosion was coming after the quiet intro and I knew you would react that way. Keep it up. Love your videos ✌🏻

[@ondrejfilipec7068]

I just love how ur flexing with your piano skills. absolutely love it. keep killing it dude, thanks for the reaction

[@AreJayMC]

your smile when they kicked into high gear was absolutely heart warming, David!

[@MusicShed]

I love music!

[@Depot608]

My god this song is just, beautiful. You my sir have earned a subscriber for doing this song justice

[@kylepaxton431]

OMG i cant get enough of those piano skills my man. my goodness

[@rob.carrillo]

If you keep doing dance gavin dance reaction videos I will keep coming back to watch them over and over again

[@theresamonjaras1271]

I'm glad they are becoming one of your favorite bands. They became my favorite back when my friend showed me them back in 2018

[@soulokoh]

I know I'm late to the party, but I would kill to hear you do an acoustic piano cover of this song. It was SO DOPE to hear your added melodies on top of the video

[@hostilecrayon]

I'm seeing them live tomorrow for Swanfest! RIP Tim, I am so sad he died.

[@MusicShed]

Who’s playing bass? How did he die?

[@hostilecrayon]

@@MusicShed Sergio Mendia (I think it his name?) covered Tim's part. But the concert was heartbreaking. Tilian couldn't do it. He has a complete mess, crying on stage and unable to sing. They should have postponed it. They couldn't even do the encore because Tilian was not able to. So sad.

[@hostilecrayon]

@@MusicShed Oh also his cause of death is still unknown. He was only 34.

[@starvingartists498]

I came for the music analysis and stayed for the drip diss lol

[@crummymarathoners]

Thank you!!! So amazing. Loved every second of this one.

[@sicroyalty]

i love your piano improvisations in the key of any song you react to, it gives me a better grasp of the composition of the song. i have trouble bringing bass and guitar into the same place so when i hear the two voicings put together on piano it really helps me understand general composition

[@jamescannon229]

YES SO HAPPY YOU DID THIS

[@jaythejuiceman3000]

This is the Tower Bridge in Sacramento. I work down the street from it.

[@CrazyWildChris]

YES! Ever since they released this video I was just waiting for you to react to it today’s the day thanks for making a Monday this much better