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[@mataafa5c]

What I realized half way through the episode is there's no sob story interview for each band. I'm sure their journeys to create what they have today is amazing! but it's so refreshing to just focus on the music and talent, and to not have big headed judges who want to flaunt their celebrity personalities. These band play original songs and get some great critiques and insight. Priceless. Keep it up, Tosin never leave please 😅

[@rocioiribe5841]

This is exactly what I hate about all other competition shows!! Like only the ones that deserve to win, win b/c of their sob story. Like no thanks, I don't need to be emotionally manipulated to think someone is talented. Just let them show me. Ugh thanks for letting me rant!

[@sethtrey]

Or if he does, replace him with Misha Mansoor.

[@gerardzelaya]

I only watch these for Tosin.

[@thegreatdel]

If this had been any other show, they would have milked the living hell or of Tillie's abusive relationship she mentioned. That they left it alone was a so refreshing

[@joskun]

Yea I feel you on the judge thing yet I feel like it’s actually a great mix and so can give well rounded feedbacks.

[@Solar_Daddy]

This show is by far the best band competition, it doesn't feel like reality TV crap. Feels real, thank you.

[@pennyfountain]

Glad you’re enjoying 👍

[@ArctorDarkly]

Indeed!

[@BillGMusic]

It is so refreshing! The bands get full performances instead of 15 seconds of music with 10 minutes of manufactured drama.

[@pennyfountain]

@@BillGMusic yeah agreed, these next episodes are going to be great🔥

[@pmauk0827]

How? It’s all mainstream shit musicians being judged by 2 talented judges and 3 people who also suck.

[@xayahdupont2709]

Honestly huge shoutout to Summerian Records for that vid series, it rocks. And huge shoutout to all the bands involved. They all rock and the songs were great. Love the feedbacks given by the jury also, they also step up their game.

[@pennyfountain]

They really gave us a good episode today!

[@BobbySacamano]

Yeah, they used be cooler, hence the misspelling of their record label. I suppose it is a summary of what they're going for.

[@maxx.mazzeo]

Indeed

[@Useful-_-Idiot]

Tosin is fucking hilarious when Josie’s band went into that outro near the end his face was fucking priceless! 💀💀 yes I’m commenting again on this video. The series is so COOL keep it going and going pleasee!

[@EvilTed666]

I just commented on the previous episode how I loved the longer episodes and full songs, and now we get an even longer episode with more songs ! Strong work editors!

[@EvilTed666]

-=SPOILER=- As a MIchigander, I love me some Native Howl, so this episode made me very happy!

[@pennyfountain]

So glad they made the episodes longer 🔥

[@dillonjackson931]

The Native Howl is so amazing seeing them 1 more time on their tour in Friday can't wait I hope they play something more!

[@Xenfold]

Native Howl are amazing. I have to say though, Josie crushed it too. Perfect Replacement is a spectacular song.

[@doctorstrainlove6318]

Native Howl is so special, almost reminds me of primus with some off-the-cuff riffs and grooves. & that thing where the music shouldnt make sense but yet it does & feels so authentic.

[@lovefist86]

Primus are legends. Don't ever comparing that country trash to Primus, poser.

[@DCJayhawk57]

I get Primus, Dropkick Murphys, early thrash metal, Volbeat, and even hints of Dire Straits. So weird and cool.

[@TheNativeHowl]

🤘🪕🇺🇸🔨🖤

[@peterptchronic9696]

I'm so glad that Lzzy spoke up for Josie in that moment, because he really did need to step back and let her speak for herself. I was pretty annoyed by the reverb comment, because it's such a standard thing to give vocals a sense of space. Imagine saying, "I hate compression, it's over done" in that kind of a context. The reverb doesn't even need to be loud, even a subtle amount could help enhance her vocals.

[@AndyCrimson]

💯

[@francheska3128]

They clearly write and do most of the music with her if not by themselves. This is a situation where she needs to be completely on her own or it needs to be a full band if they are contributed so much

[@franklyput]

Imagine acting like this in front of a panel of well established artists.. how conceited would you have to be to say "its overdone". Maybe if you had a song that didnt sound like generic trash it wouldn't matter

[@mattnewcomb_official]

Reverb is the first vocal effect people go for to "add something", and it's the easiest to abuse. It makes anything sound "like everything else". If you don't want to sound "like everything else", then don't go for reverb. Modulated delay, maybe some overdrive to give it some harshness, maybe a flanger. Anything but reverb.

[@pmauk0827]

He’s 100% right thought. She’s a rip off of a bunch of people.

[@scosstard3542]

Slay Squad and Josie are the one with which I have the most musical affinity, however Howl totally deserved this win. Those guys are great songwriter, amazing virtuosi and function both as great standalone musicians and as a unit. They are impressive. Slay Squad that's totally the music I am digging at the moment, but they would benefit from faster moments. They have the violence, the aggression, the heaviness, they lack just a moment when they totally unleash the madness with a Thrash Metal section or even a blast beat. That'd be amazing! Josie Pace (as a band) has great songwriting and great hooks, the Perfect Replacement was so well crafted, those start/stop transitions were sick. The second song was dynamic even though a bit too linear imo, but the ending was chaotic and heavy. I would have loved if they strechted it a bit more and add one more chorus after that. But definitely I'll keep an ear on those bands as they are sick! Definitely the toughest semi final already

[@mundoeze]

Slay squad bringing the heat!! I feel like they are the band thats going to evolve the most, also props to native howl for winning and dominating their style

[@splayzer]

I was backing Native Howl.....until I heard "Perfect Replacement". That song is THE sh!t! Im writing this comment listening to it again, singing along! and will listen to it again and again! Reminds me of How To Destroy Angels. My vote would certainly goes to @Josie Pace Fantastic work! Hope you guys make it to the big leagues and come to play in Europe! 🤘 🤘 🤘

[@KenRobertsProductions]

Thanks you so much for the kinda words. We have a North American tour coming up in the fall. I hope to make it to Europe early next year. NIN and How to Destroy Angels are huge influences

[@flavio5967]

Great song, great artist. My vote is for josie too

[@KenRobertsProductions]

@@flavio5967 thank you so so much! 🖤🤘🏻🖤

[@duzzitmatter8679]

I’m STILL backing the Native Howl but damn Josie was fucking GREAT! Perfect Replacement is awesome.

[@BurstingVeins1]

The Native Howl checks all my boxes, they're perfect. I want to hear their whole discography and hope they have a long career of new stuff. They are so much fun.

[@morbidmanmusic]

Drummer is cliche 1990s and sloppy with the weak double kicks.

[@michaelrichard1320]

This was so good. Multiple songs from each artist was so very necessary. I thought Josie's first song was on another level. The lyrical concepts were big time and production was banging.

[@shanefontaine8975]

This show has hit a point where everyone left is putting on great performances, which is absolutely unreal considering the limits they had when these were recorded. Sumerian needs to run a tour with all the semi finalists, it would be refreshing going to a concert that has a wide range of styles that’s not quite a giant festival.

[@morbidmanmusic]

42:00 if you call singing a few step out of tune.... shyt

[@zacharypegg790]

@@morbidmanmusic Tell me you're just a dumb bedroom guitarist without telling me you're just a dumb bedroom guitarist lol

[@jesseoreilly1792]

3 dudes slaying stringed instruments in unison with a solid drummer behind them is pretty much my religion, so THE NATIVE HOWL had my vote from the get go. Haha. To be clear, their style is such a cool fusion as well and that last song was something else...With that said, I do think that Josie's lyrics were the most intriguing and she had some good songs as well. I was sad to see her and her band go.

[@KenRobertsProductions]

Thank you ❤️

[@daviddrake4698]

i can't stop smiling when native howl jams! love it!!

[@Paulasblueloveartgallery]

Me too!!!

[@JAAHUNGHAAM]

41:19 Tosin's face is priceless here while noticing her voice not in scale 😂

[@androbangsawan]

😂😂

[@Stefano_Pmco]

I'd like to mention also 42:09 when he's just bored AF 😂

[@morbidmanmusic]

Tosin fanboys at it again...

[@legitiotjake]

If Native Howl doesn't get a centerpiece placement in the Aquaman 3 soundtrack, HUGE missed opportunity lol

[@ogmanzfan6934]

The Native Howl has impeccable stage presence and musicianship..my personal fav....the best damn band in the land!

[@Mr_Woodchuck]

Josie Pace absolutely killed it and is something I will actually listen to

[@pseudosun]

Josie Pace. I was entertained. I like how they filled it out with just a drummer and keys. Well done. I really like how they are multi-instrumentalists. I'd be very interested in seeing that versatility at a show.

[@KenRobertsProductions]

Thank you ❤️

[@midnight-2021]

Josie Pace is a talented singer guitar player as well kzbin.info/www/bejne/iYbcdpScaq6UnLc

[@stonedphilosopherza4915]

@@KenRobertsProductions yup, your production as a group is incredible. Obviously a lot of talent and effort put in. Well done!

[@jasonzumbado6869]

"PAPPY" OFF THE NATIVE HOWL IS AMAIZING SONG.

[@wooleybooley]

Native Howl were definitely unique and great musicians. All the bands stepped up this round. Mad respect to Josie Pace representing all us Detroiters. We got your back!

[@KenRobertsProductions]

Thank you ❤️

[@lovefist86]

Pathetic. Be an individual.

[@brunacardoso4231]

Yes, this time 2 full songs for each band, and I just want to thank the show to introduce me to Josie Pace I wasn’t expecting to became a fan of one of the bands before watching the show. Normally the artists I root for in music shows don’t win so I’m not surprised

[@exploregon3329]

This is the greatest show ever!! Way more fun to watch than all the other crap out there. This gives bands a chance & we get to discover some bands we maybe didn't even knew existed on top of it. Win win. MIRROR LAKE!!

[@pennyfountain]

Cant wait to see mirror lake next week!!

[@Abazions]

Agreed

[@caiusheh]

I'm suprised by the depth, nuance and sincerity of the judges at each episode. The fact that they just do stuff and the hosts don't really know if it's ok and that in the end it got kept in the final edit of the episode makes me think that there is commitment to some measure of transparency and sincerity in the process. Then again, to what extent this feel is voluntarily crafted by the production, that I don't know...

[@evanlinsey]

this is one of the best panel of judges on any music show i've ever seen - even gavin's comments are well-reasoned haha

[@higuk999]

I couldnt see tosin agreeing without it being fairly transparant the metal community is extremely harsh on that kind of insincerity

[@drsavage3262]

Slay Squad is my fav. I just love the heavy!!!

[@Beyond-Antares]

Being a massive Gavin Rossdale fan since the 90's, it was amazing to see he was looking forward to the heavier acts and dropped sepultura reference. Plus the bands have seriously lifted their game up. Keep it up, it's absolutely joy to watch. Native Howl absolutely stole the show IMHO with their second song.

[@witchdoctor1]

I am biased, as I have been a Howler for some time and seen them live half a dozen times, but these results do not surprise me at all. That being said, I am now forever a fan of Slay Squad as well. Man, they are amazing.

[@rayanmehadjeri7604]

same here! am super happy with them going to finals, they truly deserve it!

[@michaelhughfox]

I'm new to Native Howl, but a long- time fan of Old Man Markley who has a similar feel. Definitely going to spend some time howling!

[@richardarenas3370]

Josie killed it , reminded me of Maynard Keenan’s vibe and stage presence

[@KenRobertsProductions]

Thank you ❤️

[@TheNativeHowl]

Definitely Maynard style, we said same thing. Highest compliment that can be paid in our book

[@KenRobertsProductions]

@@TheNativeHowl thank you so much 🖤🤘🏻🖤

[@joepplaysdrums]

Yes me too! Her stage performance and even some facial features haha

[@shealayton4335]

Tosin's face at 41:19 made me laugh harder than I've laughed in a long time because I was doing the same exact thing. It's a shame; Jenny is extremely talented, but that band did her no favors.

[@llub888]

Me too! When that chorus started, I was like, is it supposed to sound like that? It sounds like she's a half step off! And then I saw Tosin's face and started laughing. I didn't know if it was Jenny or the pianist

[@odinsmeadhorn196]

HAHAHAHA

[@Paulasblueloveartgallery]

I went back to look at 41:19! That expression though!

[@MosherMike]

Me three. Tosin has expressed and vocalised all my sentiments up to now. Top judge!

[@Jmanitou1]

hes always making the best faces

[@BipolarDistortion]

Josie was KILLER. That first song of hers was so freaking GOOD!

[@jeffmeier7298]

Josie pace killed it .. those two guys sound like a full band

[@KenRobertsProductions]

Thank you! My boys back me up to the teeth! I appreciate it! 🖤🤘🏻🖤

[@dregnar85]

for sure, i cringed when Lizzy roasted her keyboardist the poor bloke did not deserve that heat and it was just super weird. Those two absolutely killed it!

[@jeffmeier7298]

@@dregnar85 exactly… i loved that her voice sounded incredible.. he was right and it was like they were telling her to loose those two super fucking talented musicians… I’m a drummer and that guy was an absolute pro … the keyboard player was a Trent reznor killing machine….shut the fuck up lizzy …

[@jeffmeier7298]

@@KenRobertsProductions i actually had you over native howl .. they were great don’t get me wrong but I’m a retired metal drummer .., you had better vocals and song writing.. sorry but hillbilly meth music comes second to perfect vocals and incredible original song writing… fuck the dumb vocal suggestion … get a metal guitarist to play UNDER not over your keyboard player … rythm stuff.. no solo crap ..skippy your here to accent and enhance those two genius musicians !!😬😂😂… totally gonna play along to your music on my electric set tomorrow … fire as fuck !!!! 🔥

[@jeffmeier7298]

@@KenRobertsProductions yea you guys run as one definitely….

[@dennispombo]

I was so between Native Howl and Josie Pace. Both nailed it!!!

[@KenRobertsProductions]

We are both from Michigan ❤️

[@rabensdo]

Go SLAY SQUAD!!!

[@killerbear.666]

I'm so invested in this show. So real and doesn't feel like a normal show - I hope this gets more views seriously

[@BayouMaccabee]

Slay Squad drummer killed it!

[@AndyCrimson]

This show is the best thing to happen to competition TV shows. It's so refreshing to hear real constructive discord and advice from respected judges and hear ALL original music. I also love that me, a person who sings and performs for fun, can take and apply advice from the judges. I LOVE THIS SHOW!

[@sirderpsalot]

These judges are the nicest, yet most constructive I've ever seen on a music contest show. Good stuff.

[@nerothos]

Slay Squad are beyond heavy. Absolutely love them.

[@get.sassyxd]

I've noticed in all the videos, no one said shit about them in the comments, but gah they are fucking it

[@drsquid8124]

I've listened to everything I can from The Native Howl - they are just too damn good.

[@davidg6218]

Native Howl already seem like a pro band that have been round a while. Love them. I was imagining some nice screamy backing vocals at the end of Josies first song so get what the judges were saying about distortion(maybe not reverb). Can definitely see Slay Squad and Josie as support acts at festivals in their near future.

[@Paulasblueloveartgallery]

Native Howl is so unique! They make me smile! They’re great performances!

[@lovefist86]

A style that'll get old because it provides no room to evolve. All gimmick.

[@mattnewcomb_official]

@@lovefist86 I do like what they do and how they do it, but I do see it turning into a Kentucky Headhunters/Georgia Satellites thing: one smash album and a couple of hits in regular rotation, but 10-12 songs at most before it gets repetitive. There's really only so much that can be done with such a unique concept that resides in its own narrow niche. You have to eventually lean more towards one side after a while - will it be straight Bluegrass, or will someone break out a Les Paul and a Triple Rec? In reality, it was never too much of a stretch to put Thrash drums behind traditional Bluegrass, because both of those were always about the same tempo to begin with. I used to do pummeling Thrash rhythms to a drum machine set to Bluegrass and Polka beats at 120 BPM and thought it sounded better than the "Metal" and "Rock" patterns, which either had too much of a swinging/danceable feel, or were so dry and metronomic that it may as well have been a wall clock. Maybe they could spice it up by starting in the middle and hopping back and forth between a crushing Thrash amp tone and the banjo+acoustic, but the vocals going right down the middle the whole time. Plink-plink-plinky-plink-zhug-zhug-zhugga-zhug.

[@bardknight]

Native Howl is siiiiiick! That whole Bluegrass Metal thing they got going on is 🔥🔥🔥.

[@chaosoul-seanleeriggs369]

I love Josie Pace. My personal favorite through the whole season (I felt you owned that room you were sitting in talking to Alice, more than Alice did, no disrespect to him, lol) but I also love Native Howl, because no matter who you are or where you're from you can't listen to them without smiling from ear to ear and nodding your head!!!

[@stevenparrish903]

This shadows my feelings. Josie actually moved me to tears with her first song on this episode, though Native Howl just wrecks with everything they do.

[@chaosoul-seanleeriggs369]

@@stevenparrish903 yessir! And even though they didn't make it they've already been signed to label, and rightfully so (as this was filmed last year) and they just put out a new album which just kicks ass. From day one I just binged their YT channel for a few straight days and went through almost everything on their playlists, especially the live concert on there! Pure phenomenal, and they Collab with Sammi Doll alot who is also phenomenal. With Lzzy Hale's comment it became clear she was treating them as a back up session band for hire supporting Josie when she said what she said to them which I found kinda condescending, because all it takes is two minutes of time to research their content in their YT channel and clearly see the band is a band that's been together from the beginning and they all co-write everything together! They all play multiple instruments and sing, and like Tosin and Alice said they know what they want, they busted their asses for years to hone their craft and vision, their audio production is polished and tight, and they are extremely talented and in tune with each other collaboratively! I'm also biased towards them because progressive rock, industrial, and electronic fusion music is my favorite of all genres, and I love just about all genres. But I grew up with groups like Front Line Assembly, Future Sound of London, Skinny Puppy, Nine Inch Nails, Ministry, Tool, and later, Animals As Leaders, Android Lust (which is about the only thing I could come close to comparing Josie Pace to) Puscifer, Milla Jovovich (a musician looong before an actress), Carina Round, Anilah... I guess I feel at home and one with a group like Josie Pace because the majority of my own music is electronic, synth heavy, with fusions of tribal, soundscape, metal, and industrial...whereas I feel entertained as an outsider with a group like Night Howl and they're still awesome because they are truly original and innovative as well as creative. I've never heard anything like it! It's also clear that this show is in all honesty, about them finding a group or an artist that can kinda be groomed and molded into what they want from them, and not so much about signing anyone they feel is too good for the show to begin with. Just my thoughts, feelings, and opinions and I love this show. It's the only music competition show I've ever watched all the way through from start (other than So You Think You Can Dance, because my daughter is in dance learning jazz, tap, and ballet) and I love how different this show really is (mostly) from other music or vocal competitions out there. And of course being an Animals As Leaders fan almost from day one, having Tosin Abasi is just icing on the proverbial cake! Maybe season two they bring in Matt Garstka to help give guidance to any struggling rhythm sections! Cheers man, have a blessed one!

[@adamjamesprince]

Really sad to see that Josie Pace wasn’t moving on. Their songs on this episode was incredible!! Native Howl was the obvious choice but for me second was Josie Pace

[@mattnewcomb_official]

IMO she needs to step into the "look". She looks like Wendy O., but sounds like "not Wendy O.". Maybe if she sounded like Debbie Harry, because they have a bit of a Blondie thing going on with the synths and drums, and not-harsh vocals. The rest of the band needs to get with "the look" the lead singer is doing, as well, because it's like watching the talent show portion of Revenge of the Nerds - one guy dressed like Elvis, two guys dressed like Devo, one guy dressed like Michael Jackson, etc. They need to agree on a unified look, either everyone do the Wendy O. look or the Duran Duran look or the Huey Lewis look, but not all 3 at once.

[@yockinnottou]

Perfect Replacement is an insane song. Josie Pace reminds me of like female electronic A Perfect Circle. New fan for sure

[@KenRobertsProductions]

Thank you

[@dangacore]

I was feeling some Maynard vibes in Josie's vocals too. Both songs were great.

[@dangacore]

@@KenRobertsProductions You and your band are great. I felt like the only thing missing was maybe some screams to punctuate your message. The little scream at the end of the first song is what I was waiting for but a little underwhelming. You guys definitely have a great sound.

[@rossmusic25]

Yeah a little bit

[@rossmusic25]

@@dangacore I agree

[@rudylaltoo8871]

Jenny March no where ready my ears was crying in pain. NATIVE HOWL WON by a long shot!

[@zaon21]

I am so happy Slay Squad made it this far. They are the type of band I was expecting for the whole show. Gotta love some good old hardcore!

[@doctorstrainlove6318]

Millenial Body Count. 🤘

[@zaon21]

@@doctorstrainlove6318 They're so damn good! Id love to see them live!

[@vintagealchemist4328]

@@zaon21 you could listen to Attila, they're like Slay Squad but good. Slay Squad is like Lil Jon' with a local metal band back in 2009

[@thefoamingbrain2469]

I'm not a fan of super heavy but they for sure impressed the shit out of me

[@LizzyVonBloom]

The Native Howl prove that distortion and blast beats aren't what makes music heavy, conviction is.

[@blackbeard479]

Isn’t that a bit prejudiced, assuming they have convictions?

[@stonedphilosopherza4915]

Just a quick shout out to Slay’s drummer - damn, really good!

[@theskateboardt619]

That 3rd song the one with the front women w. Mowhawk was a tight song, PLAYED IT BACK TWICE! Guy on drums and keys were tight too

[@danielberger1378]

I was sold on The Native Howl from the 1st episode for their uniqueness, musicianship and showmanship. All in all, we got to see 4 great acts today. Kudos to all the participants! 🤘

[@davov3214]

Native howls pappy....one of the best performances ive seen in years...faaarkn fantastic!

[@rafalfaro]

Native Howl is clearly on a whole different level. 🤘🏻

[@morbidmanmusic]

Drummer is weak. Strings are average and repeat a lot.

[@joshsawicki6364]

@@morbidmanmusic hahahaha drummer is weak??? WTF are you talking about

[@rferguson3]

@@joshsawicki6364 Nah man, that dude is either trolling or deaf. Native Howl is amazing 🤘🏼

[@5weatym3adows]

That second song was amazing by native howl what a ride

[@odinsmeadhorn196]

Jenny Marches band are the sonic equivalent of tusken raiders blasting holes in her future.

[@Simon-T.]

I thought this semi was split in two, Jose Pace and Native Howl both had a lot going for them and the other two were fine but there is a million others like them. The difference between the two contenders for me was I'd definately pick up a Jose album whereas I'm not sure I'd need a Native one but on the other hand I'd be delighted if they supported any band I'd gone to see. They're the perfect band for an afternoon festival slot too.

[@KenRobertsProductions]

Thank you❤️ Native Howl and myself are both from Michigan. There is a lot of great music going on here

[@Simon-T.]

@@KenRobertsProductions That's cool, when you bring it to England I'd definately come and check it out for sure!

[@thrumyeyesphoto]

Josie Pace is by far the best of this batch. Really really good band and she has great stage presence. Impressive!

[@nowings45]

Native howl would get my money anytime they came to town. There blend is so good and tight, plus I love metal/ and bluegrass, so they are what I've been waiting for. I love the other bands so far, but native howl just gets me going, and it's super fun. Great show!

[@krisdaschwab912]

I'm disqualifying Native Howl from this competition in my head canon as they're the only group I had heard of before this competition started and I hope they get everything that they deserve. Out of the remaining three, the one that I would most want to see live is Josie Pace, mainly because her group reminds me a bit of Ego Likeness, who I stumbled into and enjoyed quite a bit.

[@markrosenquist8259]

Native Howl and Josie Pace were the best two this episode by far. Great show!

[@KenRobertsProductions]

Thank you❤️ both of us are from Michigan. They are a great band

[@midnight-2021]

Native Howl deserved this win. Just musically better then the other bands. But I also liked Josie Pace and her band as well and wouldn't mind if they made it to the finals in another episode if there is another episode for the losing bands to make it to the finals.

[@barrelrollio]

Calling it: Native Howl is gonna win it all

[@markrosenquist8259]

Without a doubt

[@bayouburner281]

Spoiler alert

[@Briandoesit]

Native howl sucks.

[@clipnclap4256]

@@Briandoesit someone is jealous…

[@dillonjackson931]

I'm literally screaming watching this chanting for my boys The Native Howl

[@simonwalker4409]

Absolutely loved Jodie’s first song. A bit like Gary Numan/Depeche Mode with Shirley Manson on vocals.

[@KenRobertsProductions]

Thank You ❤️

[@unrepentantoffender188]

I felt more NIN influences.. amazing band

[@KenRobertsProductions]

@@unrepentantoffender188 we all love NIN 🤘🏻🖤 thank you!

[@singersonspeakerphone2421]

“A band that can’t be replicated easily” That’s it

[@lovefist86]

Yet they go with the commercial sounding bands.

[@brendanmoseman7991]

who sounds like native howl? ill wait.

[@danielberger1378]

100%

[@morbidmanmusic]

Haven't heard one yet. Easy peasy..alone even.

[@LukCPL]

Huge metal fan, but Josie killed it, both songs were awesome, ama amazing vocals 👌

[@danielsgrunge]

Slay Squad really improved on their last performance, impressive, but it sounds like it will get boring pretty quick Jenny was pretty good, but I 100% agree with Bishop Native Howl was awesome But that last band was really something special imo, Josie Pace is so SO good

[@michaeledward2518]

native howl reminds me a bit like great big sea from the east coast of canada ......... love from hamilton ontario canada

[@Sunshels]

Native Howl!!! Keep bringing your unique style!

[@zacharypegg790]

HYPED. This is primed to be the best episode yet. Can't wait!!

[@philipb3030]

Jenny shocked me. I honestly liked her first song tonight more than any other song she played. Native howl was entertaining looking forward to seeing them next week because they show so much dynamics. Slay squad I agreed with the judges great band just needs to work on composition. I see with their segment with Bishop Briggs that they can do it. Josie after their first appearance I bought their album and loved it. I think she should have picked I’m begging you as her 2nd song. Would have loved to see them go further

[@KenRobertsProductions]

This was filmed almost over a year and a half ago. I hadn’t written “I’m Begging You” yet. We were in the process of recording my album when we were asked to be on the show. Actually a lot of the songs on my album were not finished at the time of the filming. Thank you for buying my album ❤️

[@philipb3030]

@@KenRobertsProductions I absolutely love you guys. If you ever play Tampa Florida I’m going to be front row. I love that synth wave rock music is coming back. Stabbing westward recently released a new album. Motionless in white added so much synth with songs like werewolf ( if you haven’t heard this track stop what you are doing and check it out) and cyberhex. I also disagree with Tosin about your vocals using fx. You aren’t vnv nation or Aphex twins. You sound great.

[@KenRobertsProductions]

@@philipb3030 hey thank you so much! I just might be playing in Florida later this year! We use effects that fit and only when we as a band feel like it brings something new to the table for the song. We are a rock band so using a crap ton of reverb would just muddy up the song. Thank you so much!!! 🤘🏻🖤 hope to see you in Florida!

[@et_music_is_life]

Josie was killer this round. She's already a star 🔥

[@KOOLEE88]

Super rad energy from the whole group

[@KenRobertsProductions]

Thank you! 🤘🏻🤘🏻🖤🖤

[@kevinblakemore6445]

I definitely thought her first song was really strong . Especially with the change ups.

[@PeteJake100]

Their first song was the best of the night

[@nicdee316]

​@@KenRobertsProductions these songs were brilliant, and the arrangements suit them perfectly ! Very much looking forward to what's next for (and from) you.

[@bobinchainz]

Josie Pace you really kicked ass this performance

[@KenRobertsProductions]

Thank you ❤️

[@JadAWESOME210]

This episode was fantastic. Jenny stumbled, but all three other acts killed it. I was in the same boat as Tosin not being sold on Native Howl before, but that last song was sooo good. I also wasn't really big on Josie before but loved both of her performances.

[@toribiogubert7729]

Ithink Josie need some more grit on her voice. Some harchness to push the industrial to the edge, but not enought to make her in some NIN derivative.

[@ericswearingenmusic9967]

Jenny did great.. the band was just not well practiced… the keyboards were struggling the whole time and since they harmonized with her vocals it was very distracting when they were so off beat on that song.. the bland patch on the keyboard was also really not doing any favors to the size of the mix imo

[@JadAWESOME210]

@@toribiogubert7729 I agree that would be an improvement, I'm more okay with how her vocals are. Personally I think their act would benefit more from having a bassist to add more depth, and that could add some grit at times as well. I love them together regardless though

[@JadAWESOME210]

@@ericswearingenmusic9967 Yeah the band really didn't do her any favors here, but that's the performances she put forward. I think she might've fallen victim to trying too much to do what she thought the show would want rather than what she wanted. I could be wrong but that's my impression, I definitely think those performances weren't good representations of her talent.

[@jeffmeier7298]

The harmonica and three part guitar harmony stuff sent that song over the edge !! Josie murdered it though … fantastic show !!!

[@BREP986]

Glad I found this series at week 1 been following along each week!

[@username7230]

Man if slay squad had the technical depth that native howl did they would be undeniable!

[@superblondeDotOrg]

They need Ernie C .. a killer thrash lead guitarist..

[@HessianHunter]

I mean, that drummer is no joke. I think Tosin was right about them needing memorable hooks over anything else.

[@username7230]

@@HessianHunter it was just breakdown after breakdown, which just diluted the impact; If they went into a barrage of tremolo picking and blast beats in between with the vocalists screaming/rapping along side that would’ve been intense

[@ErinMercurial]

I thought they were average at best. They dont even have a seasoned bass player. I don't see the hype

[@superblondeDotOrg]

@@ErinMercurial either way, there are not many bands like Body Count, and there should be more, there is a thirst for fusing rap and metal.

[@arumyn3070]

Josie is channeling some MJK and pucsifer here and I lovvvvveee it

[@mr.13anonymous95]

Damn.... The thing that surprised me most is that all of the judges are right handed... Did not expect that. Great series Summerian Records, real and no bullshit.

[@SD0409]

I loved Native Howl and Josie Pace. In the end Josie killed it...

[@KenRobertsProductions]

Thank You

[@SD0409]

@@KenRobertsProductions You're welcome. Keep it up! :-)

[@ondinnonk]

that key change in Native Howl's "Something More" was amazing

[@ondinnonk]

and their second song. Bravo!

[@damnity1122]

I watched Slay Squad open for Veil of Maya and Born of Osiris in Albuquerque before I ever saw this show and they were so dope! So I think they're doing just fine. (:

[@emfromthechi]

3k listeners on spotify is not doing just fine lol. It's pretty low

[@ja.8077]

Hell yeah, I had a really good feeling about native howl! Fantastic musicians and great songs!! Looking forward to possibly seeing them live!

[@haritodecebolla]

Props to all the team involved! Production and sound mixing is amazing!

[@andrewkurtz737]

Josie is a great writer/artist. She could be on tour with any pop artist out now.

[@pseudosun]

Slay Squad! Not really what i listen to, but they were undeniable. I like the jumps and stomps. That's real and original . Big thumbs up 👍

[@morbidmanmusic]

Original decades ago, maybe

[@SaintElsewheres]

1st song : Love Slay Squad, they totally killed it. Jenny's song washed over me but she had a hard act to follow. Native Howl were also washing over me until the gimmick, then strangely it all became cool, Josie Pace and band were really great. Loved it. 2nd song : They did it again! Put Slay Squad on a tour with Ho99o9 and let's fucking go! Felt so sorry for Jenny, what an awful thing to happen. Native Howl were amazing this time, so unique. Josie Pace, starting to get a bit similar but still really liked it. I wrote the above before watching the end and I don't really mind who wins. Slay Squad have got a fan for life. Just get that tour sorted! Thanks again Sumerian. More than just a record label. Brilliant show!

[@hoyle7113]

The thing about Native Howl is so entertaining to watch. They really step up the last performance they did. I'm pretty sure NH will win...

[@muntedelf]

It was such a bit whoa moment when Josie came on after howl 😳 they are obviously untidy but tight if that makes sense, Josie was so clean and tight! Either way howl was a solid win for me. They were the most interesting, always had me wondering what's coming next. I thought to myself, ok this harp solo could feel too long but it just kept you in the moment building and building. Very fucking sick

[@michaelhughfox]

I want to hear more of Bishop with Slay Squad. That was fantastic!

[@michaelhughfox]

@@endlessorbaggins8223 I hadn't heard of her before No Cover, and her music isn't really something I'd go spend my money on, but her voice is undeniable.

[@RiffersDelight]

I really love this show. The music is diverse, production is top notch and the judges have interesting advices. Everyone killed it!

[@erafourohfour]

Slay Squad 🔥

[@LesZaldor]

Josie Pace! DETROIT REPRESENT!!!

[@nickolasg.]

I am here for Native Howl. Pure to the core.

[@lineatus]

Just want to thanks NO COVER to helped me discovered a great band like The Native, the program even did not ended and I'm already a fan of them. Thank you all!!!

[@thebobbimartin]

Firstly, I love this show. I didn't know I wanted or needed this, but I am thankful for every new episode. Thank you for featuring new rock bands in a world of nothing but pop. This was a tough round. --- The Native Howl is just great. I am ready for the tour. I have been listening to "southern gothic" or hybrid bluegrass and rock for a long time, but this is so refreshing. They are so polished and refined their identity. Such great stage presents and variety in their music. I love Josie. I love that industrial goth vibe, but I keep wanting some kind of growl or scream when the chorus hits. The sound and visual are so edgy, but I feel the voice lacks some of that industrial/punk sound. I could see myself listening to it, but not really getting invested. Slay Squad is good and I think they would have a great market, but just not my preference. A lot of their songs sound the same to me. If I was listening to this album I feel like I couldn't distinguish the different songs. I disagree with the judge one the feedback. Jenny just seems to me like she has no identity. She is trying to fit into whatever box will get her signed. It was bland and drab. I feel like she googled "rock outfit" on Amazon. LOL! She is pop, not rock. Not even pop rock. She lacks the intensity for the competition.

[@anha888]

-You're gonna find Gavins in your life - I hope so! Hahaha loved it!

[@CheapSushi]

I love this show! I look forward to it every Thursday! This was a HARD decision. I was definitely split between Native Howl and Slay Squad too.

[@sanababishlunacheves2584]

What a great show! A great place to see and hear new original talent, The Howls and Josie the best of this halfway