ok, I get the hype now... *SLEEP TOKEN* new song "Vore" is INSANE!!

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ok, I get the hype now... SLEEPTOKEN new song "Vore" is INSANE!!

[@SOTriggered]

The Summoning. Do it.

[@CindyLou67]

This👆

[@arendbuysse5245]

Agreed. Do it.

[@carters527]

He’s right do it dude

[@CindyLou67]

@@carters527 Look at all these great minds out here!

[@JSorenson81]

He’s gonna freak listening to it😂

[@olivierparadis2077]

The Summoning, do it. DO IT NOW.

[@stevengermain2247]

Before chokehold , the band had 250,000 rough spotify streams.... the summoning comes out - 1,900,000 streams.... now Vore- I'm calling 2,500,00 + in the next 2 weeks . My ultimate favorite band

[@JustGerryNow]

I just checked Spotify and they're officially at 2 million monthly listeners 😭 so deserved

[@awiratama2606]

​@@JustGerryNow holysh*t that's huge number man, it's top tier fr

[@hardypahardypa1]

3.3 today and closing in on 1 million Spotify subscribers!!!!!

[@RoadLessTraveledMedia]

critics and metal KZbinrs: "I don't know, sleep token isn't hard enough." Sleep Token: "hold my Vore"

[@saragibson1504]

😂

[@rextobyballew1825]

Yeah I just went and listened to every song they've put out and so far the summoning and vore are the only 2 I'd give a second listen to, maybe a couple others like chokehold and Atlantic but eh

[@RoadLessTraveledMedia]

@@rextobyballew1825 its strange, but I think people who were into Sleep Token before this year and people who found them this year come at it from different angles. Let it stew a bit more if you keep listening and they'll grow on you.

[@rextobyballew1825]

@Road Less Traveled oh don't get me wrong, theyre a great band, but everyone has that one particular style that they love, and this strays a little outside that bubble for me. I'm definitely eager to hear the rest of the album

[@RoadLessTraveledMedia]

@@rextobyballew1825 that's MORE than fair - sleep token is out there, and this is kind of its own genre. Some people don't like coconut and that's fine (me) :D

[@MisterBolticus]

The sound of the verse vocals in here, that black metal vibe, makes me feel like I'm stranded deep in a forest in the pitch black of night and there's voices on the winds. First time Vessel's vocals have ever sounded actually creepy and I'm all about it.

[@vincentpendleton2229]

Yesss I thought the same thing about the Black Metal vibes. You described it perfectly.

[@davidhunter3075]

I am in love with this band. 2023 is the year of sleep token. I really recommend the song Hypnosis by Sleep Token... or if you fancy it, Will Ramos did a vocal cover of it, which is also amazing.

[@daylanlee4454]

This is absolutely my favorite band, I'm so glad that you're reviewing them. Thank you Alex for the awesome reviews over the years.

[@brianparsons4772]

@@dismemba who is it? Leo Faulkner?

[@brianparsons4772]

@@dismemba I understand..

[@pirfe8]

So, the full album is called "Take Me Back To Eden" and the song list is: 1. Chokehold 2. The Summoning 3. Granite 4. Aqua Regia 5. Vore 6. Ascentionism 7. Are You Really Okay? 8. The Apperition 9. DYWTYLM 10. Rain 11. Take Me Back To Eden 12. Euclid

[@t0xicpops236]

I love that little nod they did to loathe "is it really you?"

[@mohamedalsaleh8602]

how did you find the names of all the songs in the album? it isn't mentioned on their website.

[@duffman9908]

I am ready for the new Sleep Token album. Vessel's voice is so strong yet there is a pain or vulnerability to the way he sings clean. Worship.

[@WillCarter1976]

His ability to turn vocal melody with his pitch and descending/ascending octaves is borderline unnatural. Some say he really is just a Vessel for Sleep to speak through. At times, like during the chorus to this song, I have trouble doubting that. Worship.

[@Ashatastic]

"Slaps you and caresses you" That's exactly the definition of sleep token

[@Asmgamer]

The Summoning. Must have. Glad to see Sleep Token FINALLY getting more recognition. They've kicked this year odd strong. WORSHIP

[@chikomartinez6162]

Remember the old days when they dropped "jaws"? As soon as I heard that one years ago I knew these days were gonna come..... Whorship🤘🤘... BTW I think vessel is not the one with the screams, I bet is either the guitarist or II 🤍🖤🤍🖤🤍🖤🤍

[@MrYouknowwhat]

@@chikomartinez6162 I thought that as soon as I heard the screams too! We all know vessel can scream, but it sounds so different!

[@chikomartinez6162]

Yeah, like for example in "Gods" you can tell is vessel with the raws; but here is kind of different. BTW do you know a place online they could make the no mouth shape Mask?

[@modredastal1644]

Just curious, what does "kicked this year odd strong" mean? Sounds just right but I've never heard the phrase before.

[@amsa928]

Makes total sense. Vessels voice is so hypnotizing. Their music always takes me somewhere else. Some songs give me the sensation that I’m drowning, or can’t breathe, or make me feel like my chest is being crushed. But I also feel at peace when I listen to them. Like I’m falling into an endless abyss, and have no intentions of wanting it to stop.

[@lainoh9578]

I feel the exact same way. And it's so addictive. I can't get enough of them.

[@amsa928]

@@lainoh9578 it really is. I’ve never felt so deeply about a band in all my life. They’re truly special.

[@Cheshir3]

Same, totally got that the last album was „deep sea“ themed because the songs felt exactly like that.

[@FreakInsidee]

This is such a beautiful comment. Thank you for describing it perfectly!

[@StormbowSquid]

That has been the only way I can describe this music! Being trapped under the heaviest water, looking up at the light shining through the rippling surface. Needing to breathe, but can't swim up. It's so close but it's so far away, yet it's so cool and calming that you fight the need for air to keep feeling that peacefulness.

[@stephaniewilhelmina7790]

Okay, the band NEEDS to do a US tour once this album comes out. I have too experience these songs live

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[@ninja3687]

You just missed one. They'll be back though. They are just as good live.

[@TheVerucAssault]

Yeah. That's what I told my husband but we are trying to save up for a trip out of country. I told him, "No, we WILL see them." And straight up ended that conversation lol.

[@StormbowSquid]

They're gonna be in Virginia in September for the blue ridge rock festival. I'm going to have to miss it cuz I'm poor T.T

[@Akaicchii]

It was a sick ass tour man. Can't wait for next year

[@collierpeoples1918]

II absolutely goes off behind the kit on this one!!! They're taking things to a whole different level and Im so here for it!! Just the unreal growth from Sundowning to now is just masterful!! Their mixes just keep getting better as well

[@tylermartinmusic]

I heard they have a new producer/engineer recording this album

[@Oh_its_Mike]

Right? I couldnt tap the rhythm for the life of me and I play drums lol

[@collierpeoples1918]

@@tylermartinmusic oh wow def didnt know that, would love to find out who does it now.

[@williamsummerson1204]

One of the most talented bands around. Vessel's voice is unreal and soul piercing. This will probably be my album of the year. Dope reaction as always alex.🤘

[@Damnat1on]

Agree with every word

[@walternativo6722]

how old are you? just by curiosity

[@williamsummerson1204]

Sorry I don't give out personal information.

[@danidynamite2]

If you're this floored by this song you HAVE to listen to The Summoning. You'll lose your shit in the best way possible.

[@ramarable45]

Yes!! The Summoning is hot af!! 🔥

[@jeffreybattaion]

YOU HAVE TO DO THE SUMMONING BY SLEEP TOKEN

[@whooisthat]

He needs to listen to the summoning too 😭😭😭

[@randyfreshour5958]

Sleep Token have done no wrong. Always awesome to watch someone become hooked on them. Worship.

[@ramarable45]

Trust me, it IS awesome to be me right now!! Almost 4 weeks and WORSHIPING ever since!

[@xHeroForgottenx]

Sleep Token are always a treat 🖤 I was lucky enough to see them play the new songs on their UK tour but man does Vore really hit hard. So stoked for this album 🔥

[@stephenandrew6087]

I’ll be honest Alex, the algorithm tried to force you on me for years and at first you were too happy for me (that’s a statement on me back then, not you). But I’m happy to report back that now you’re one of my favorite reviewers and with a lot more things to smile about in my life I really appreciate your perspective and your positivity man. Keep on rockin look forward to much more. Cheers mate

[@dpanders2013]

This song is so emotional in every aspect and forces you to feel it whether you want to or not.

[@landonsillyman3996]

Sleep token has been my favorite band for the past few years, so glad to see people get into it more. Much love

[@alyssastieglitz6046]

seriously. sleep token deserves the hype more than anyone else

[@landonsillyman3996]

@@alyssastieglitz6046 I agree!

[@tylermartinmusic]

Same. Been my favorite band since they started releasing the Sundowning tracks. So good to see people jumping on board. They have that special something and I’m glad they’re finally getting the recognition they deserve

[@landonsillyman3996]

@@tylermartinmusic took the words right out of my mouth!

[@adamoconnor6770]

Why u haven't checked these out yet is beyond me 🤤The summoning is a banger infact everything they have released off this new album is so good. I'll wait, enjoy my man 🙏🏻 worship

[@jefffoster1547]

Dude. I was fucking so with you rocking to this with you! Total total sense!!!

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[@robertkleinschmidt1029]

Been singing this bands praises since 2019. Finally get the attention they deserve. I could see the talent and where they could go. Worship.

[@pineappl-e-3372]

They do definitely deserve it but I liked my little underground band lmfao but I'm really excited too see what is to come. Worship.

[@p_a_e_7_z_xgaming161]

The attention they deserve after they've smashed out every genre because realistically they're shit.

[@BloodSavedMe]

Been listening since 2017 and couldn't agree more

[@robertkleinschmidt1029]

@Pineappl-e - Yeah that's just how it goes. I felt the same way about bands like Killswitch,LOG, Periphery,etc. I saw Linkin Park for 5 bucks at a club 6 month before they blew up. Just crazy.

[@pineappl-e-3372]

@@robertkleinschmidt1029 that's insane dude

[@zombie4stomper394]

THE CULT OF SLEEP GROWS!

[@wiped4489]

I came across Sleep Token from one of your other videos and I've been obsessed with them since. Really refreshing band and probably one of the only newer bands I've really enjoyed. SO a big thank you

[@therealDuk3]

man i love sleep token and im glad you listened to this one, one of my favorites for sure. Very atmospheric. Nice reaction dude keep it up! 🤘

[@seedonline8984]

I’ve listened to you talk about a lot of songs over the years but you were really honest and open here. First time I’ve felt like, yeah, I want to go for beer with this dude.

[@rebeccaleanne22]

Have to check out the other tracks they’ve released so far. At least the summoning and aqua regia!! They’re all 10/10

[@Booya456]

That shoegaze sound is that blurry feeling you got. It's great lol

[@DaevaGlow]

I can tell you that this song is trending on Twitter. Then I realized I should probably listen to the song again.

[@Jarrah-ep8xj]

Go thru a bad omens phase with sleep token you’ll love it we’ll love it

[@daanishafzal5171]

Lots of black gaze elements in this which jives exactly with how you describe it at the end. It's supposed to be very atmospheric, dreamy, ethereal, ambient etc. Killer track

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[@ChrisRmv]

Vessel II (Sleep Token's drummer) released three playthroughs where he's playing his part in a nifty studio. It would be AWESOME if you reacted to the one for Alkaline.

[@starryeyedkiley]

“Like That” too!!!

[@cradlegrl]

Sleep Token is the best band out there. They are extremely talented!!

[@notyou8957]

Not even close to the best band.

[@Penguino19]

Opinions.

[@sukulmati]

"Vore? WTF does that mean?" Man, I got so worried when you reached for Google there. Great reaction. Worship.

[@44madison]

"Slaps you- caresses you" On point. I love the way you explain how a song makes you feel. It makes sense Alex. It did the sam thing that their song: 'The Summoning' did to me: BLEW ME RIGHT OF ME CHAIR!

[@woody8577]

Very atmospheric. I like it!

[@Andrew_-nr7zt]

You gotta check out their other releases along with their other 2 albums

[@marcelinodelfin1747]

Once you listen to the whole tracklist of Vore EP, you're in a whole emotional rollercoaster.

[@jmd489]

I didn’t understand the filtered messy breakdown at the start of the song, but as the song went on it seemed to weirdly make sense. They have an incredibly unique way of making all the sections of the song to mold together while also leaving some ambiguity. It’s hard to put into words.

[@mes0p0tamia11]

I swear vessel's voice with all of the instruments and the way they blend together is like a siren song

[@shawnblitvich1243]

Alex... the summoning is a different level. I need your take on it man give it to us !!

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[@lubomirbezdek9004]

They are spectacular, one of the best albums so far this year, can't wait to see them live in Cz this summer

[@svmilt]

I remember seeing sleep token for the first time YEARS ago and I just knew they were special. They are so talented & unique. I am so glad they are getting the recognition they deserve. Drummer is sick as heck. I swear he’s the best drummer in the game.

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[@angryasianjim]

II is def nasty.

[@BloodSavedMe]

Been listening to Sleep Token since 2017 and they deserve the hype

[@mysteria5380]

I was never a metal head, but I fell in love with Sleep Token as soon as I heard their song Akaline. I have been binging them ever since. I can feel the emotions in Vessel's voice and I feel like I am living vicariously through his pain, if that makes sense. It is always a nice ride when listening to their music~

[@Oh_its_Mike]

Their heaviest, proggiest, and most atmospheric song yet. Sleep Token is absolutely killing the game.

[@gSWG3R]

Tbh, this isn't as heavy as The Summoning imo, nor is it more progressive. They're both amazing songs, but I'd argue the summoning takes the cake for both themes there.

[@UkraineStar77]

You should react to The Offering by them too!

[@DixonCider1]

I listen to them stoned when I do all the chores around the house and I've never felt so motivated.

[@donniebuster5200]

Alex you straight up looked like you were about to tear up when that second chorus hit. Lol. It's ok I did.

[@ramarable45]

Yes I saw it too!! And I also teared up!! 😊

[@michellerupert3620]

That song takes you on a journey....wow! Loved it!

[@M4n1Acal1]

They could be theme music in an HP Lovecraft film for the dark scoring. I love sleep token!!

[@ramarable45]

Omg I see the emotional Rollercoaster on Alex face! ❤❤❤

[@eilselp11]

Sleep token paints texture in sound... and you make total sense to me.

[@soulfate2]

strong Deftones and MotoGrater (remember them?) vibes.. but this is totally original and beautiful .. Music is Love

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[@alexneihardt5163]

Honestly just do a sleep Token marathon of all the new singles and alkaline, the offering, bloodsport from the room below

[@NUMBgirl021]

Absolutely love this song

[@megankaufman5746]

I never heard of this band before now but after listening to this song. I really want to hear more from this band. I will be definitely be check out their albums.

[@seanmace8331]

I can't claim I've been here since the start of your YT channel, however I did watch most of your vids when you were getting into metal and it's awesome seeing the authentic appreciation you've developed for it. I've never even heard of this band and here you are showing me new metal lol

[@mylesfell7589]

You should go back and listen to Calcutta, Nazareth, Thread the Needle, When the Bough Breaks and Jaws. Those songs are the beginnings of beauty.

[@lewcot99]

GOTTA REACT TO THE SUMMONING AND JAWS MY DUDE PLEASE!!!!!!

[@Codylun92]

Slaps and then caresses is the best description.

[@moseygosey]

Check out The Summoning if you haven't heard it yet!!

[@Foxxy_420]

Do all the tracks from the new album. They came out in tracklist order if you wanna start with 'Chokehold'

[@tedigrizli]

The only other band that I've heard mixing heavy/harsh with shoegazy/melodic in such way is Deftones. The inspiration here is obvious, but Sleep Token have done stunning job at interpreting this style through their prism.

[@gabrielcunha1325]

WAITING FOR THE SUMMONING

[@derkaiserazura]

you must listen to The Summoning

[@thecomorbiditycurator8018]

Sleep Token has been my favorite band since the moment I first heard them. Seeing them live is incredible! I'm so glad you've given them a chance and brought their music to your channel for more ears to experience ❤ W O R S H I P

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[@jcarloshawadoo]

just subscribed man! Tnxs for Introducing me to new music

[@Earthenx]

I can get behind any music that makes a person groove and smile like that. Such a sick song.

[@katebarker3158]

You are going to be obsessed with them in .5 seconds like we all are! The Summoning or The offering next! Love your reaction 😁💖

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[@ericg3684]

The Summoning, Hypnosis, Chokehold, and Bloodsport(from the room below) are all great songs you should listen to. Worship

[@benking2271]

Dude, I found this amazing band because of your Alkaline reaction!! I'm totally obsessed but thank you!!

[@michazega2574]

After all this years… I’ve subscribed

[@andreimarasigan]

I hope this hype gets Sleep Token into the mainstream. It's good for the metal scene overall, elitists be damned.

[@kalebmccarson2975]

Bad Omens - Come undone, the fountain, and kingdom of cards are all immaculate

[@aaronpanesar]

You articulated it to perfection. 87/10 for the reaction and explanation ❤❤❤

[@MrTommydrums]

They should use this music for sour patch commercials 🤘🏻

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[@ungodlythoughts170]

When the last lines scream 'are you in pain like I am?'

[@EJFC]

Do The Summoning please 🙏🏼

[@musicismylife5671]

I love the way you described the song. Exactly how I felt when I listened to it.

[@avirusjareesum8979]

Please listen to more Sleep Token, all of their stuff is fantastic. From start to finish. Worship.

[@sunnydonnelly5436]

vibed with it so much. top notch energy. 😵

[@joshg338]

I love the “pop” at the beginning. Its like a bubble popped and he goes ape shit.

[@davej.4989]

I ordered the vinyl already. So excited. Worship.

[@DasMuse]

LOUD NOISES AND SCREAMING!!! So hot right now.

[@AshleyBabyMalone]

I’ve watched so many of your videos that I thought I was subscribed and I wasn’t… whoops, I am now!

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[@fire3005]

Listen to Chokehold from them

[@KatzPhantom]

Love this band!

[@Tigerjunky93]

Their drummer is an absolute unit

[@kiingdylan1054]

gotta do the summoning

[@mandamelli3178]

i literally found this band through fucking tiktok with the summoning. but this one is my favorite song by far ugh it hits me so differently :))) loved your reaction!!!

[@samsplace5521]

U got me with the Gonoreah

[@yadhadb2329]

The summoning, the summoning, the summoning, the summoning, debes escuchar esaaaaaa!!!!

[@RazLightbringer]

This one is insane, but you're not checking the really good stuff man... Homework to do xD, The Summoning, do it!

[@ratface44]

Almost in all sleep tokens songs they always mention "blood". I find that really interesting. Great video ! New subscriber here!

[@BruhBruh-fu8yo]

They already broke the internet…The Summoning