NOW I get them...!! First time hearing "The Summoning" Sleep Token (Reaction & Vocal Analysis)

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So... I heard "Vore" and was impressed... By the vocals, the production, the writing... It was all great! But as soon as I posted my review of that song, I got lots of comments suggesting that I had started with the wrong song!
"The Summoning" was the song that came up most frequently as the place I SHOULD have started with Sleep Token.
Honestly, I was not prepared for how diverse and soulful this song would end up being. The ending jam/twist is just incredible and totally unexpected. It jerks you out of your comfortable listening posture and forces you to move like you're singing gospel! Just WOW!
The vocals on this song are even more impressive too. What diversity and range!!
Join me as I experience "The Summoning" for the first time and go into an analysis on what makes Vessel's voice so compelling and enjoyable!

[@ST_RayChez]

Use me as the Worship button

[@chrisliepe]

:)

[@adammotter7430]

Wow this was a great idea for a comment! Worship.

[@Gilescowdemdem]

Worship

[@renzodaihannya8644]

WORSHIP

[@adamyeet9861]

WORSHIP!!!

[@jameskeene3126]

It’s called the summoning because it’s summoning new fans in an instant. There are very few masterpieces in the metal genre but I believe this is a masterpiece!!

[@kellysober9352]

Worship

[@nadhyrah2113]

ngl i agreed cs im one of them nowww

[@0103harleyq]

I had no idea I was a fan of metal until now 😂

[@zacharymilos392]

Vessel's voice is unreal. He has complete command and control of his vocals at all times.

[@frostfang1]

Hey he knows when to let go too.

[@ScratchArkkitehti]

*Vessel 1

[@beccagirly9397]

​@@ScratchArkkitehtiusually if something is numbered like that 1 is implied and not needed at the end. Like in first names father's are usually just the name and son's are the 2nd or mother's and daughters. It' doesn't need the 1 because it's first basically lol.

[@grce-ow]

@@ScratchArkkitehti hes just vessel, hes the only ‘vessel’ in the group the only ‘numbered’ members are ii, iii and iv

[@Calle28]

He is good, but you need to listen more metal singers I think .

[@solarnewborn]

I would also mention how he sings “divine” almost through clenched teeth. Very interesting!

[@tross6380]

And....Very gorgeous

[@froogleislive]

100% tons of clenched teeth in this track yet makes it perfectly clear, pretty amazing.

[@rorybninetythree]

this is a singer who has found every limitation they have as a vocalist and turned it into an absolute strength to form a unique style out of

[@educostanzo]

The way this guy uses breath and whispering is amazing, reminds me if Chino Moreno but yet completely his own style. And his enunciation is just flawless, you can hear every single phonem.

[@KTheStruggler]

I'm glad I wasn't the only person that thought of deftones hearing them for the first time.

[@thedappermagician6905]

@@KTheStruggler I mean...Sleep Token and Loathe are practically the seminal acts leading Deftones-core

[@HoneyB1329]

If chino moreno, hozier and corey taylor had a baby...it would be vessel

[@ThiagoCRocha-fh6lg]

To me, it feels like he's "almost loosing control in excitement" but it's the oposite! he's creating excitement through control. It's fucked up how good he is!!!

[@timhutchinson8485]

I love The Vessel’s voice. One thing I notice he does a lot that I haven’t heard many singers do is he kinda “sings through his teeth”.

[@americanvikingr7726]

Kinda surprised he didn't pick that up at the beginning with how strained it is

[@dickiemoe7530]

Yes! That is a perfect description!

[@brandtcarroll9316]

I love when a vocalist crosses over into voice acting.

[@owenbenjamin6413]

This was incredible, please please do ‘Bloodsport - from the room below’ it’s just him and a piano and you can really hear the intricacies of his voice. One of the most unique/best singers around right now

[@zhesion7036]

It's really quite surprising how few reaction/analysis videos there are of Bloodsport. Such an incredible performance.

[@danielmaclellan3114]

@@zhesion7036 Agreed, Bloodsport - from the room below is a god damn masterpiece. You can really hear all the unfiltered emotion and control. It's so good 10/10, I prefer it to the album version personally.

[@Brycesinner]

Yes yes yes

[@theopinson3851]

2nded or 4th’d or whatever

[@thedappermagician6905]

@@zhesion7036 I agree! It's easily one of their best-composed songs and is absolutely loaded with pathos and passion. How it hasn't done the youtube rounds is beyond me.

[@amvibes9633]

You gotta listen to some of their softer songs to really get them tbh. Atlantic, Telomeres, Jaws, Aqua Regia just off the top of my head. They do a lot of different things, and its that sound diversity that makes them so easy to listen to on repeat. I never get bored of them because it isn't just heavy chugs for 20 mins on an album. The few heavy songs stand out because they hit like an explosion, and the softer songs just make you feel good and take you places

[@dagordol9902]

DEFINITELY Atlantic

[@MadailinBurnhope]

also Sugar, Take Aim, The Love You Want, Fall For Me, Give, Levitate, and a few on the first two EPs

[@MadailinBurnhope]

oh and also their cover of "Hey Ya!"

[@rorybninetythree]

Just everything else really - I'm sure he'll be doing so in his own time!

[@beckettdillon1485]

Atlantic and Jaws! Gives a much better example of his depth and range mixed with the subtleties his spices into phrases. You are so on point with that description of the albums too

[@bobbyosborne2375]

Nobody's bringing up "is it really you?". Absolutely beautiful song

[@JackalopeGhost]

"Is is really you?" and "Atlantic" are absolutely amazing.

[@thisDreamOfFlesh999]

That's originally from Loathe(another amazing modern metal band), but being a fan of both them and Sleep Token that cover gives me absolutely everything I need.

[@thisDreamOfFlesh999]

@@Nathdood that's the one!

[@zanderover2742]

His voice here is incredibleeeee. In sa ne

[@Barbiturico1998]

FINALLY someone mentions this song. Even if it is a cover, I swear. This music is just TOO beautiful an the way vessels voices matches the song so well, man… I just cry every time..😫

[@Gantzie]

That slide on the word “divine” I always thought of the phrase “biting the apple” from my old vocal coach. The “I” is slowly stood up and then you almost feel like you bite into it with your mouth shape as you finish the word. Or how he bites into the word “side” Vessel’s articulation is so addicting to listen to.

[@michaelhutchinson1789]

His voice perfectly transitions from Demon to Human to Angel.

[@UnXplainable1]

This is kinda like Christmas morning. I think many of us who have listened to them for a while have had an informed, detailed breakdown of Vessel’s vocals on our wishlist and the wait was so worth it. Your analysis of Vore was fantastic, but The Summoning really shows off so much of what he can do and met it with outstanding info. I couldn’t sing my way out of a paper bag, but I love learning how things work and you pointed out so many techniques he flashed and choices he made here that my vocally-uneducated mind never would have picked up on. I’ve listened to this song 1,000 times before you posted this and from 1,001 on, I’ll have a brand new appreciation for what’s happening in it and how it all came together. I can’t thank you enough for that. It also gives me the best feeling to experience them vicariously through someone just discovering them, especially when they come away from it wanting more, so thanks for the hit of dopamine, too. What’s crazy is that there’s still so much more to his vocals than what Vore and The Summoning show off. If you’re looking for suggestions on where to go next and a one-take of just Vessel and a piano is of interest, check out Blood Sport (From the Room Below). To me, it’s a textbook example of the difference between just a performance and forging a connection with the listener through the communication of raw emotion using both words and tone. Anyway, thanks again for a phenomenal analysis. Can’t wait to see more.

[@jarrod.ives92]

bout time you caught onto this band! what’s even more amazing is their live show. i was lucky enough to get to open for them back in September and their soundcheck was unreal. NO AUTOTUNE

[@thilo9086]

great analysis as always! Vessel truly has a unique and incredible voice that you can never get bored of for some reason.

[@chrisliepe]

Ya, so much variety!

[@henri1298]

Chris, you are a phenomenal vocal analyst. It's so helpful to listen to you sing along and really show us how things are working behind the microphone.

[@FrontLineGamer]

The most interesting thing I find about Vessel is the tone in his voice is a conscious decision. When you listen to some of their other stuff his cleans are clean and he has the ability to add the tone in with tongue and jaw position it’s really cool

[@Silent_Shadow]

Damn Bro! When you hit them notes on "take me past the edge", I was like WTF and smashed subscribe.

[@chrisliepe]

Thanks! Have you seen my full one take cover of this song yet?

[@chrisliepe]

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[@Silent_Shadow]

@@chrisliepe no not yet, but I will get right on that.

[@dynatwenty]

Now invite him for a face to mask interview! Your reaction to this was so good Chris, a treat to watch and the info is as always highly appreciated !

[@JackalopeGhost]

I lost it when I read "face to mask" 🤣🤣🤣

[@slrflre]

Dark Signs, Alkaline and Granite are my faaaavs. I am SO happy they are getting the recognition they deserve! First time I found them two albums ago, I was like....okay these guys are gonna get big and here they are now!! AA I LOVE IT, they deserve so many more listeners and fans!!!

[@garfield2193]

A fine effort doing the "Take me past the edge" lyrics, nice work. It's f-ing tough to sing that. The "Make it real" bit in Ascentionism is v tough n all, Vessel somehow manages to switch seamlessly in & out of falsetto like it's a piece of cake. It isn't.

[@chrisliepe]

Have you seen my full one take cover of this song?

[@nate_d376]

Vessels voice is unlike anything I've experienced before. It's a joy to just take in the experience.

[@thatguy_5240]

Wow, your explanation on how compressed whispers is the basis of harsh vocals was really cool to me. I've been trying to find ways to teach people how to practice the process of doing screams and growls safely, and I think that is a great way to do it.

[@maxbleazard]

I just love how you’ve analysed this and explained the differences in vessels vocal ability. It’s also brilliant to see the effect his voice has on you. Love it ❤

[@veenoir1991]

It took me a minute to really snap into the vibe with ST, hypnosis probably is what got me. Vessel gives me the vibes that he has a general idea of his vocal parts but really goes with the moment when he records. I mean that completely complimentary

[@Nat_uo]

I love hearing your excitement, enthusiasm and appreciation for the details and nuance in the music I love. It feels like we are there with you experiencing how amazing this music is!

[@Sleepy_David]

"Atlantic" is so deep! I love sleep token! I am addicted to their music. Greetings from Czech republic! Your analysis is amazing. Sorry for my bad English.

[@goner.9989]

A youtuber called Jun Sim made this statement when he was analizing vessel that made me understand vessel's vocal timbre with his warm, dark tone. His tongue is raised to varying degrees from phrases to phrases to reduce resonant space and darken the tone. Also, his voice is placed ever so slightly back so that in combination with the tongue placement, it creates that distinct overtone and tonal characteristic.

[@sykonymous]

yesss. chris referring to this as synthlike is so real. it reminds of james blake. i think thats why the ending is so rich and enchanting.

[@KCsFunHouse]

Vessel is said to be a classically trained singer and in multiple instruments… #WORSHIP

[@johnrunyan4201]

This is wild, I heard this track for the first time this morning while working out and had to stop what I was doing and see what this song was! Now on my lunch break I see your break down and now I'm hooked! I guess I'm late to the party but this feels like synchronicity! Maybe I just needed to hear it at the right time and place! Great insights Chris, this is eye opening!

[@edelwiess2306]

Never late, but definitely welcome at the party 😊

[@Gilescowdemdem]

I can confirm that vessel's voice, and their sound in general, is absolutely amazing and on point living. Everything is so tight.

[@Flyhigh253]

I know this is a vocal analysis but let's not forget the guitarists and the drummers for absolutely killing it

[@ariana.cherise]

begging you for more sleep token reactions/vocal analysis it is SO interesting to see someone break down vessel’s voice and pure TALENT in such a neat and cool way!!!

[@LittleQuinnOfficial]

now im gonna say something and im only gonna say it once.. check out blood sport "from the room below) you will wall out of your chair. The accents on his voice and a little fry mix.. MMMHHHHH soo good

[@Jonathan-kf7lb]

I'm so glad you're checking these guys out; this was an awesome video and analysis. Vessel's voice still boggles my mind sometimes. The tone and control he has is so impressive and fun to listen to. If you REALLY want a track to dig into his voice, then I recommend "Bloodsport (from the room below)". It's just Vessel playing the piano and singing.

[@may_beck6224]

this

[@largeformatlandscape]

This again… from the room below version. Pure emotion

[@aenygmamusic]

I just did a vocal cover of this and what I found when deconstructing the chorus, is that the harmonies are absolutely phenomenal, not so obvious at first but even acapella the vocals sound powerful, amazing song writing

[@TybudX]

Great cover!

[@zachmatousek7964]

Glad u mentioned the vibrato cause I've been saying that about him in every comment I write on their songs that his control the way he uses falsetto which u don't here from modern metal (I say that loosely) vocalist that often is amazing but also his vibrato just makes him so damn unique i can't get enough sleep token right now !!

[@JustGerryNow]

I would loooooove to see your analysis of Blood Sport (from the room below). It's a piano arrangement from the deluxe version of their first version, and it's music video is if Vessel singing at the piano so like, you can hear his raw vocals PLUS watch him actually perform. Regardless, I always love your videos so much and I'm so excited to see you getting into Sleep Token!! I was watching another person on KZbin who said Vessel is, and I quote, "an okay vocalist, nothing special, but pleasant" and I literally thought "I'm no expert but that sounds Objectively Incorrect... I need Chris Liepe to get onto this band and talk about how skilled Vessel is." You saying "this is a GREAT vocalist" at the end had me punching the air 😂 (tbc if Vessel's vocals aren't ur personal taste, I totally get that, it's just the statement of "Vessel is an okay vocalist" is just Wrong. someone can be both an amazing vocalist and not your personal taste. like I don't listen Josh Groban but I fully recognize he's a phenomenal vocalist and if I said he's "an okay vocalist" I would be completely incorrect)

[@frostfang1]

My bf hates him and I think that's fair but he said he was bad and I was like..."wtf, no he's fucking amazing" and since all I do is just singalong for fun I have like no way to express how he's so amazing and how the sounds he hates are difficult to do and done *on purpose*. And then trying to explain how you felt exactly the same as he did about all but one or two songs until it just *clicked* one day and suddenly it was beautiful (bloodsport, from the room below, of course being thr puzzle piece), just makes it more confusing. It's so validating to hear an expert express why and specufically what makes him so magnificent.

[@brandonzubiate1979]

The notes you add to the song so entertaining. I’m not even a vocalist you’re just good at what you do! 😊

[@1verzhn]

Bro, between you and Rick Beato, there is so much passion and love of music. This is why longform is so necessary, and the technology for you to breakdown songs and really put a next level appreciation of talent is amazing🤘🤘

[@LeeEisenstein]

Miles Davis used to say, "Music is what happens between the notes."

[@jasminsbaa4220]

What an impressive vocalist. I've never heard anyone who could hit those notes. It's like a rainbow of different tones and sound shapes:) Love it

[@sohamjoshi9353]

I know this is a vocal analysis channel but that solo and the soulful piano that goes on in that time is just beautiful

[@l0pro]

You did an incredible job articulating what Vessel is doing with this voice at a technical level in a way that was really easy to understand! Thanks!!

[@Cornchps827]

His vocal control and range almost reminds me of Jeff Buckleys style

[@WishMount]

Jeff was a VERY different vocalist (freaking incredible) but I do see the falsetto similarities for sure. Vessel gets high up there!

[@Cornchps827]

@@WishMount yeah that’s what I meant. The falsetto similarities that’s all. Imagine Jeff tried to scream? 🤣

[@frostfang1]

Have you heard his cover of Hallelujah yet?

[@pinkpenguinpoopoo]

​@@frostfang1 absolutely breathtaking

[@haveyoureyesopened]

Vessel is the full range of Breaking Benjamin with a more powerful diaphragm control. It's glorious.

[@thesasuke56]

You should review and analyze Vessel's voice in Chokehold, Granite or even Blood Sport from the room below. You'd have so much fun and love them all. He's such a great singer I'm so happy to see him getting more recognition. Love your videos!

[@mattgarcia1830]

Chris, your videos have totally changed my life. I find myself singing every moment i can. Before bed, in the shower, cleaning house , driving, at work, etc. Thank you for all you have taught me and thanks for introducing me to new music. Haha now here's a selfish suggestion! Maybe one day you can analyze leave it in my dreams by Julian Casablancas and the voidz! I've been practicing my mixed voice to that song a lot recently. I wasn't able to distinguish mixed voice until learning it from your videos. Thank you so much again. I hope a lot of good things are coming your way.

[@madhya]

cannot stress enough how important Blood Sport (from the room below) is to get a closer, more purely produced look at his voice. just him and the piano- as intimate and detailed of a representation of his voice as youre going to get

[@marleyleao9905]

omg, Chris. What a class! what a voice, what a reaction! Really awesome analysis.

[@danielleyoung3133]

Vessel is one of the most talented singers today imo, and sleep token as a whole are insane! They are just as good live. By far one of my favorite bands!! Worship

[@jakebrkr7886]

That overtone/whistle scream absolutely blows my mind...

[@marcounnamed]

This was one of the most enjoyable and insightful react video I’ve seen. I’d love to see you cover this tune!

[@schneider253]

Its always great to see you dissecting my favorite vocalist's voice. You REALLY need to listen to Hypnosis and The Offering! There's some amazing vocal runs and technical stuff. I love your videos and they help me a lot with my own singing. You're the best Chris

[@JMGMusic]

These are two of my favorite songs by ST, and they're directly related to each other!

[@HellRazor1281]

So glad you’re getting into these guys, Sleep Token have very quickly become one of my favorites and I’m loving your analysis of Vessel’s voice and the nuance behind it. Listening to them has caused me to experiment with manipulating my breath to create those tones of emotion in between the notes, but the way he screams is just…..otherworldly. I started one of your courses a while ago and I’m going back in with this mindset!

[@markwoodke6935]

At 40 years old, this reaction taught me more about voice control through air control. I can get a higher pitch pulling in all my air ,I'm talking triple inhale and hold for a slight moment before progression.

[@ETHEREALFrequency11]

Amazing breakdown and unpacking of a great vocalist bringing out dynamic tonal resonance, expression and more.

[@Oithissucks]

Truly there are gems to find in every single track. All the way back from I and II. Sundowning too, just so many amazing tracks. Also, love the grin at the breakdown. Breakdown is life.

[@FelipeMezzomo]

Love your videos man, much respect from Brazil!

[@KEPSAGAMER]

I was skeptical at first, then that chorus hit and I fell in love. Boutta search every last one of these guys songs and live performances. Please review them live too Chris, and thank you for showing me new bands to obsess over 👍😎 That instrumental section followed by that switch up was absolutely mind blowing. Had to come back and edit it was so clean

[@metalshell]

Been waiting for this one 😏

[@tims6141]

It’s reviews like this that will push Sleep Token into the stratosphere. Vessel is an incredible lyricist.

[@DrDeusExMachina]

A periphery sleep token tour would be so epic

[@brendonbrownfield9164]

You seem to be coming to light of the same musical journey I'm I'm right now. Love It!

[@charlc]

I don't really know much about singing but I really love how you can explain what I'm hearing in a clear and concise way, thanks, Chris!

[@DLambysAQStick]

Been waiting for this Chris! You didn't dissappint! My favorite music related youtuber studying my favorite current band.

[@tross6380]

Love your passion btw.. your voice is amazing as well.

[@aaronrobison8416]

I saw your last video on them. I was hoping you'd have the pleasure of hearing this and hearing your take on it. This song is a roller coaster and I love it.

[@franzh5474]

Just finished watching your video on Vore and you just uploaded this one. Perfect timing!

[@chrisliepe]

Oh nice!

[@AddedColor]

Great analysis! Love all the hype on Sleep Token

[@GabbaViking]

I just keep loving, how you are digging this so hard!

[@blksteve11]

Soooo glad you’re into sleep token! Your reaction to the highs were mine too ha I get it! Worship.

[@MightBeCale]

Now do a live version. He sounds even BETTER

[@senseiofsong]

I enjoy the analysis of vocalist and vocal approaches across genres. It helps me in my personal journey to be a better vocalist and producer of tunes.

[@DigitalMonsta87]

awesome analysis! very insightful and interesting! Subbed. Worship.

[@ruot]

his voice is a gift to listen to. iwill never grow tired of it. worship.

[@Leticia-be7yl]

love the reaction ❤️

[@robinaberg3947]

Loved this! Great analysis Chris! You absolutely have to do Blood Sport (from the room below). It's so raw and emotional you can hear and feel it through the vocals.

[@BallisticStigmata]

Wow! You have an amazing register even when you're just explaining things! Very talented! I'm so fortunate that someone of your talent is wiling to make a channel to live it with the rest of us. WOW! I'm impressed!

[@frostfang1]

Me: "WRITE THAT DOWN, WRITE THAT DOWN" as I learn the vocabulary for the details I gush about as much as you are.

[@sevenjets]

Found you just recently, subscribed, and love your analyses. I'm so happy that you're doing Sleep Token again, they are so unique. Vessel's voice & control are out of this world and the drummer is unreal. Would love to see your reaction to Bloodsport from the Room Below (his rendition of Hallelujah from that same session is the BEST you will ever find), Jaws, Sugar, Atlantic, Aqua Regia, The Offering, Atlantic, High Water, and Hypnosis. Every song is so different and perfect in its own way.

[@christianmusician16]

Been waiting for this

[@froogleislive]

Oh, you did review the Summoning 😂 please more ST, love the analysis. This song has a lot of gritting in it, especially the whispers. You can feel your jaw clench everytime he goes in. Love it

[@mechc9937cognition]

chris thank you

[@lindzee7410]

Thoroughly enjoyed your analysis. Will would be proud. Lmao. Worship!!

[@hollymathews5203]

Absolutely genius and beautiful ❤️

[@sly.030]

I love your reaction. Could not describe to other people why I think vessel can sing so incredibly well. You describe it so well and even better. I would be very interested in a reaction to Atlantic from the last album, but again great reaction, great channel. Instant subscription. greetings from germany

[@jpthemusicenjoyer]

When Vessel first starts singing, it gives me a bit of a tool/Maynard vibe. His timbre/vocal quality is different but I feel like his use of breathing, as well as the way he attacks the notes is similar. Think of songs like H. or 7empest. Also, the palm muted guitars and odd time signatures gives the starts of the song a tool vibe in my opinion

[@ab72_s]

This is just a unique song, both vocal wise and instrumental wise. On the one end, we have chugs and shouting, and towards the end, there is that jazzy, groovy soul section that is so seductive! The reaction and your focus on the vocal aspects of the song makes me so happy, as there are very less channels that react to this. As a past vocalist that had the platform to express himself, but couldn't bcz of the pressure of studies, and the pressure to become a Doctor from the family (that's why I had to leave the musical genius of me behind, but I am happy nonetheless, as I literally saved a person's life like 2 years ago), I love these reactions a lot. Wish I was the lead vocalist of a rock/metal band, as music has been my life, maybe in another life I will get that opportunity. Anyways, really appreciate the reactions, and just keep up the good work, man!

[@nickpethan3083]

I also throughly enjoy Atlantic and Descending by them as well!

[@Christian.Means.]

Awesome content and insight. Thank you for the knowledge. 🤟😁 I'm going to recommend your channel to my singer of my band. He was actually having a little trouble with a song of ours last night at practice because of the song we were playing takes more power for him to sing because of higher pitch compared to the rest of our songs. When he jokingly complained on how it takes a lot out of him to do that particular song compared to the rest, I instantly thought "I'm going to show him Chris Liepe's channel".. Again, thank you for the knowledge. 🤟 😁

[@descantinginsalubrious]

Re: vocal sighs-- I first remember hearing someone describe those when Joe from Def Leppard said Mutt Lange wanted him to do what Simon Le Bon from Duran Duran did...the vocal sigh.

[@norahdenovan8658]

Masterpiece ❤

[@jamesbradford870]

I didn't like them at first but I'm sold on them now. Sick band, and sick breakdown analysis. 🔥

[@MortalShores]

Great breakdown, loved it! Also love your incredible studio, and the fact that we have the same $15 wireless keyboard from Amazon hahaah

[@stenmartens7179]

you introduced me to sleep token with your previous vid. been waiting for more ever since. i'd also be very intrigued to see what your take is on blood sport (from the room below)!

[@deliathorja442]

Very entertaining video, sir! 🤘

[@RoarTheRapper]

I was so enthralled with his clean singing almost more than the rest of the song!

[@joshualavoie8774]

Sir, your videos are 🔥🔥🔥