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One of the toughest reactions of my career... - Nik checks out the latest track "Nightmare" from Australian metalcore band Polaris, one of the three music videos they filmed with Ryan Siew before his passing on June 19th, 2023. Ryan was a huge influence, and one of the reasons Nik started creating content on KZbin.
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#NikNocturnal #Polaris #Reaction

[@NikNocturnalTwitchClips]

*Ryan Siew* ❤

[@nicholasblessing1907]

Same man, I got so emotional gonna miss his healing music 😢

[@samcrorie]

Damn man... right in the feels. This song rocked though. Stank face engage, sad headbanging "Who is going to save us... if we cant even save ourselves" damn.... 😔 RIP

[@6fejmk]

huh

[@NobotyBoi]

@@6fejmk your sister

[@6fejmk]

@@NobotyBoiur dead mom

[@phokyew699]

Ryan and Tom Searle were two guitarists who carried the metalcore torch and did amazing things with it. Ryan, you will forever be missed and this scene will never be the same without you!

[@Turvey-bo1qz]

Architects and Polaris are my number 1 and 2 band. So fucking sad man

[@bradstagner4740]

Polaris has continued with a similar sound that architects were doing before Tom Searle passed. Definitely 2 of the most innovative dudes in metalcore over the past 10 years or so

[@derpderpin1568]

Eh. Got hooked on Architects with Nightmares, some of their best stuff by far. Hollow Crown was BY FAR their peak and everything after that just sucked, felt like radio dad rock made by entirely different people.

[@itsonlyhugs9486]

​@@Turvey-bo1qzArchitects have gone so far downhill since his death and its sad.

[@bradstagner4740]

@@itsonlyhugs9486 all our gods have abandoned us was such a great way to pay homage to Tom and it’s my favorite, everything after, pure ass. But the newest album is better than holy hell I will say. Josh Middleton has now left the band, so hopefully they’ll add someone more innovative and more in tune with metalcore.

[@skooparoonie3202]

this is gonna be a tough one emotionally… *DID YOU KNOW THAT ONLY HA-*

[@egnato1165]

I like the paralelism with Architects. Both bands lost their lead guitarist on the highest point of their career at that point, so both made a videoclip which depicts the end of the world. The doomsday, and a nightmare. It's so poethic and I'm glad that, at least, they managed to create each a piece that lets us remember both Tom and Ryan

[@sinisterwolf1985]

As an Aussie, growing up in the metalcore scene, I was lucky enough to be blessed with watching bands like parkway drive, Polaris, and the amity affliction, they were all the reason I started playing guitar in the first place, losing Ryan was like losing a limb, I hope Polaris continue playing in honour of their fellow brother/band member ❤️

[@rhystapscott]

Brother! As a fellow Aussie, listening to Polaris, parkway and amity, the bands that made me love this genre even more, it’s a massive loss! RIP Ryan! Loved but never forgotten!

[@gamefan6142]

I just found this band due to this and I made it my sole mission to f*cking learn this song if it's the last thing I do.

[@sinisterwolf1985]

@@gamefan6142 good on ya bud as a fellow player I wish you luck and have fun ofc

[@letsroamaround2189]

I've had the honor to see Polaris live once in a small venue and had the oppurtunity to talk to Ryan, he was such a kind soul and he'll be missed so much

[@sciqoh8999]

Awhhhh 😢

[@hahahefofmw]

I’m forever thankful i got to see ryan live, i have severe social anxiety & the person i was supposed to go with had to cancel last min, almost didn’t go to the gig. ended up going, ryan was in-front of me almost the entire show. waved at him before they went on n he smiled n waved back, i screamed the lyrics at him & it was the best gig of my life, even got the setlist from ryan after their set. 😭 ever since that gig i found friends & my anxiety got easier to handle, if it wasn’t for polaris i would probs not be going to gigs at all. This one hit hard, RIP Ryan, we love you.

[@Unitryderz]

Polaris seen Parkway struggling so they took the torch and ran with it RIP Ryan thank you brother 🤙🏼

[@therealspooky]

I would have seen them live one week after he passed... the other 2 bands still played the show and it was sick af. After the show right as i got home they posted that he passed away. Honestly dont know Polaris to well but that still hit so hard😔 R.I.P. Ryan 🖤

[@Bl1zzzards]

Same happened to me too. First thing I saw when I got home from the gig was their post about it… Took me like half an hour to sink in and felt so down the days after. I never had that with any other artist, which just goes to show what an impact Ryan had on me and surely a ton of other people. I still tear up on quite a few of their songs

[@marcusbro2948]

I was lucky enough to see them live two weeks earlier. It was absolutely sick and I was so hyped for the new album and seeing them again. News of Ryans death were tough. Still hope they come back strong.

[@Kyocerra]

Polaris has been such a strong staple in my playlist since the Guilt and the Grief. Thank you Ryan and the rest of the band for always being there for us all these years. I appreciate and love you all.

[@EyesforSkies]

Shred in Peace Ryan, you will be missed! 🖤

[@leeknight8838]

Man, Ryan's passing hit me harder than I anticipated. I literally met the dude for the first time when we were both seeing Sleep Token in Sydney just a few months back, than suddenly he doesn't exist anymore. Right when I was about to drift away from guitar his cover of Pale Aura and In Due time gave me more determination than ever and he was just a young kid then. This video is how he should be remembered by all; doing what he loved and F***ing slaying it.

[@LiamBriggs18]

Goddamn I just want to give these boys the biggest hug, soldiering on through their own heartache to keep Ryan's legacy alive.

[@inhertombbythesoundingsea]

I had the chance to see these dudes open for Beartooth ad Architects back in 2019, and I was blown away (even twisted my knee on the first wall of death ahah) ! I was shattered when I heard the news about Ryan. We better make this album win an award for him !

[@tobiasteichmann5882]

Good "old" times. Architects got his best Setlist ever

[@Jexile]

Ryan was one of my biggest reasons to pick guitar back up again, and almost everyone at my band program was devastated to hear of his death. Incredibly grateful that I was able to see him play some of his amazing work live too. RIP Aussie legend, keep writing rocking riffs in the afterlife. 🤘

[@alexduffalo4353]

That riff at 2:08…. I had the exact same reaction. Just an amazing song overall, an insanely talented individual taken far too soon. Rest easy now Ryan ❤️

[@MetalForTheGods666]

Miss you Ryan💜

[@johnyang799]

No one talked about it and it's been months. It really did shock me. I knew him from his architects and periphery covers. Later he joined Polaris. Man it really really hurts to see someone prodigy like that go.

[@Stu13e]

I can't wait to see them in Sydney this year. It will be the most emotional homecoming for the lads.

[@LiamBriggs18]

I'm literally counting the days until their Brisbane show.

[@wyntyrstyrm0985]

Never listened to Polaris before this but i cant sense how much he means to the community ❤

[@ZdotADTRfan2012]

Hard for me not to get choked up during the bridge before the breakdown. Hearing Ryan’s leads and seeing him in the music video during the most emotional part of the song. Fuck man, what an incredible talent gone way too soon.

[@wilkaii]

Man, I had the chance to see Polaris in my hometown (in Australia) a couple years back. I figured "nah no worries, they'll be back soon enough and I'll go next time", then something like this happens.... Its never expected. The scene here is really hurting with Ryans loss. We all miss him dearly, it still doesn't seem real. The boys in Polaris are still going ahead with their Australian tour in September, which I hope to see as many home-ground fans as possible buy tickets in support of Polaris, and for the love of Ryan. You bet your ass I'll be there this time around. Rest in peace, legend

[@baileyfreeman4123]

I'll be at the Sydney show, gonna be a tough knowing that Ryan isn't with us anymore, but I know Polaris is still gonna put all their effort into the night even with all the grief they must be going through

[@wilkaii]

@baileyfreeman4123 I'm heading to the one in Canberra. I know they'll put on a hell of a show, they always do. They've got some stellar openers too, and heaps of love and support from the scene.

[@dbwc1175]

For many years, Polaris has lifted us all up in one way or another. From depression, low self-esteem, and other struggles. As a fandom, it's our turn to return the favor. Buy the record, buy the merch, leave a comment on the band's socials, and if you go to the shows, get loud, rowdy, and raise some hell. For Ryan, RIP legend. 🖤🤘🖤🤘

[@surfingthedarkness]

Thank you 'Phrost (?) for cutting my HORRIFICALLY timed sub message out 😭 -> note to self: never put sub messages out before slow ass german internet has started stream for you 🙈 I was supposed to see them two days after he passed. Rest in Peace, Ryan. No more suffering. It's so painful to be drawn to this genre because you're a bit of a whole mess and so are most of the musicians and you feel understood, but then these things are bound to happen all the time. Makes having communities like Nik's Twitch community even more meaningful.

[@NikNocturnalTwitchClips]

That was pretty horrific tbf 😂 but it was salvageable... 5 seconds earlier and it wouldn't have been. 'Phrost

[@the.better.guess.again.]

Time stamp?

[@fernando9260]

Was it that bad?

[@ekselentofficial]

Jesus now my curiosity is piqued

[@thatbitchashley828]

@@ekselentofficialright?

[@SmileyNoteblock]

I saw them live June 18th at Graspop in Belgium, and they were one my favorite performances during that festival. Finding out a few weeks later that Ryan had died literally the day after was extremely sad to hear, may he rest in peace

[@FerretChloride]

I remember watching Ryan on KZbin when he was just a little kid. He was blowing so many people out of the water skill-wise at that time. I was so happy when he joined Polaris. Just a beast.

[@TitanatorA1]

Shit HITS

[@craigmchugh9978]

I'm pretty new to this band, but It's always a massive shame when such talent is taken away so soon

[@andywhite5284]

I'm there with you Nik. Such a talent and unique person gone too soon. 😢

[@Turiyaband]

First of all, and most obviously, RIP Ryan. You are forever immortalized among the greats, and you have saved more lives than you know. But fuck, man. This is what I love about metalcore. One second, you're crying a river with such a melodic and emotional part (seeing Ryan tapping that part was absolutely beautiful in the saddest way) and the next minute, you're smashed in the face with a brutal breakdown that you just lose your shit to. That is how Polaris wanted it to be, and so did Ryan. It's healing. This is what helps people get through shit. This is why we stand in line at shows and buy all the merch. It's why this strong community exists with some of the most amazing people on Earth. This music is saving people every second of every day. Thank you Nik, thank you Polaris, and thank you every single one of you that gets it and participates in this beautiful life we get the privilege to all share together. Tomorrow is never promised to any of us. So if you're reading this, I love you 🤘🤘

I was at their concert two months ago, surprised Ryan was not playing with the band. Only later I found he is no longer with us. Such a loss :/ RIP Ryan

[@Iceberg6606]

Let your emotions flow, fella. It’s the healthiest thing you can do for your mental health. Us men need to remember this. Fantastic song! As an atmospheric scientist, the song really hits hard with what we’re doing to this planet.

[@Lingboysc2]

sorry but reading atmospheric scientist made me think that you're just really good at making atmosphere in songs and that's your fulltime job lol!

[@outofmind9222]

What are we doing to this planet in detail? Besides the obvious. The cycle will eventually end and a new one will begin, the earth will outlive all of us and every other human being after us

[@Iceberg6606]

@@outofmind9222 Read the IPCC reports.

[@ItsDxvine]

I remember watching Ryan Siews playthroughs when he was just a little kid. like 12-13. He's a continuing inspiration for guitarists globally. For those of us who have been watching him for years and years, he will live on forever in our hearts! Such a talented young man taken way too soon, Rest in Paradise Ryan!

[@211tetsuo]

I remember watching all of Ryan's videos back when he just started out on youtube. R.I.P. Polaris will always be one of the bands that I will always support a million miles from where I'm at. When I first saw the video, I was like "Wait a minute!!!" hit me in the feels man

[@anth907]

It’s been so hard for me to hold it together watching all the new music videos on Fatalism. I need a hug. RIP

[@mtempz3165]

3:07 is so reminiscent of Oh, Sleeper I love it

[@Peron1-MC]

0:37 reminds me a bit of the main riff in disturbed - perfect insanity :)

[@alexkurtbaker94]

I waited 2 years after they had to cancel their UK tour back in 2020 to see them play in Birmingham in a small, sweaty venue along with alphawolf, Great American Ghost & stepson, best gig I’ve ever been to! As soon as they started belting out Lucid I cried, thanks Ryan & the rest of the boys.

[@Third2second]

Can’t listen to this fucking song without crying 😭❤️ may he rest in peace.

[@_lin_al3177]

the guitar in this track HIT, i love polaris a lot and they always make me want to slay a dragon or something. their loss was tragic.

[@RavenElement-1]

Rest in Peace. Metal isn't just riffs, it's got pain too. Some of the most influential songs I listen to are metal, hell, Lorna Shore has Pain Remains, and that hit hard too, and I don't listen to deathcore all that much. Just so tragic that we all get caught up in the "everybody else" and never look inside to ourselves, this is usually the result. People, please talk. It took me 23 years to finally admit I needed help myself before I went down this road, and I was headed down that path to hell just like Cornell, Bennington, and Siew. It's okay to struggle and feel bad.

[@theomnioni69]

im so glad i saw them in munich 2022.. its a huge loss.. and a real nightmare

[@lesalterman]

I’d never seen this band before 💔 thanx, Nik 🙏🏻

[@slickbackjack]

I got to see Ryan performe twice, Good Things Festival and 10th anniversary at the Triffid. What a talented musician, gone too soon. This album will forever hit in the feels. R.I.P Ryan Siew

[@davidgarvin1889]

Thanks for the video, this band is sick. So bummed I never saw them when I had the chance

[@derekbastien2181]

Song of the year contender right there! This blows inhumane out of the water!

[@RafaelOliveiraBR]

Killer tone. Great performance. Beautiful song. RIP Ryan.

[@m3m3sis]

I remember Ryan's channel was the go to to watch how to play KSE and BFMV riffs. Hits hard man, both his passing and the existential dread that follows.

[@bobschsk8]

Thanks Nik. I miss the reactions! @polaris what a epic song!!!!!!

[@pricey1635]

They’re actually unbelievably good. The fact they’re the opening act for while she sleeps and bury tomorrow is mind boggling. By far the best band on that bill. They deserve more. I get that’s not how it works. But IMO, they’re one of the best bands in the genre atm if not the best.

[@Kieranh4424]

Just adding, They were so, so fucking good at that show. i was at the barrier the entire time and the crowd was fucking mental for all 3 bands. Best show ive been to by far.

[@pricey1635]

@@Kieranh4424glad you had a good time mate, gutted I missed it!

[@bradstagner4740]

RIP Ryan!! What a sweet guy, I loved his content, and he’s one of the dudes that led me to your channel. So definitely an emotion time

[@gioK14]

Polaris has been the biggest inspiration to me in my whole career of playing guitar.. and then there's Ryan.. without a doubt a person with insane talent and such a beautiful soul. I found Polaris roughly 7 years ago, and not a day goes by that I don't listen to them or watch their videos. I would always shift my playing as close as i could to emulate Ryan to the best of my ability, as his playing and his style inspired me so, so much. I've had the pleasure to see Polaris live many times since, and always have held such a massive place in my heart. When the news came about Ryan's passing, it absolutely crushed me and still does.. i cannot thank Ryan and the boys enough for the material they have written and given us. Ryan you will be severely missed and hold such a special place in so many hearts.. Rest Easy now brother

[@GhoulVoon]

I love this song, it hits hard and is just so perfectly dark and descriptive 😢 Also the guitar that's singing over the rest in the end is really pretty.

[@Mythic_Mirage15]

Nik: Rest in piece Ryan this is gonna be emotionally tough Also Nik: SUBSCRIBE

[@firas_mestiri]

threw me off to be honest

[@substitutedoll5224]

can't blame a man for getting the bag

[@cry448]

ryan man, such a talent. amazing live, so much energy, you could always see so much enthusiasm when he plays. easily one of the greatest metal guitarists of all time in my opinion. RIP RYAN SIEW ❤️

[@owlmilk5995]

Polaris was the first band that I saw after seeing a vinyl of they're 2nd album, and Ryan was the first guitarist I looked up to metal-wise. R.I.P Ryan, you'll be missed.

[@shaunmeek4429]

Lead vocals always goes 120% live and in videos!! 🤙🤘👊 my condolences to the family and the band for the lost loved one.

[@Solaxer]

Rest in peace Ryan 😢 you will be forever missed Was a huge reason why I got into guitar in the first place 8 years ago. Amazing player and person.

[@chriscampanelli3769]

I can't believe this, but I saw them in Belgium at Graspop Metal Meetup on 18 June. He passed the next morning. Enjoy your life folks, this is all very temporary. My thoughts to his family, friends, bandmates, and fans.

[@misforyoutube8452]

Man that's so sad. I tried three times over the last three years to see Polaris live and - mostly thanks to a fucking pandemic - it never worked out. The concert I finally thought would work was cancelled because of his untimely passing. This new song - and his legacy - is a fucking banger. So sad.

[@7Deviations]

Can’t help but hear perfect insanity in that main riff

[@zachisepic3177]

Was lucky enough to see them at download just one week before Ryan’s death and it was such a shock when they announced it I love Polaris and Ryan as a person and guitarist RIP❤

[@AyyFuji]

Man I’ve got too much to catch up on now, RIP to Ryan, you’ve done us Aussie’s proud.

[@eamonnparsons3155]

Just glad I got to see Ryan play on stage. Saw him at a large metal festival here in Australia, and god damn, even though they were having some sound issues, it was the craziest pit and best show of the whole day. The crazy energy and Ryan's obvious talent was just amazing. It's going to be hard catching their show next month without Ryan there with them all. I think there will be many emotes that night.

[@Tony_1532]

that breakdown hit so hard i dropkicked my desk in half

[@martinsleadguitar]

First time I saw a video from Ryan he was just a kid doing a Killswitch Engage flawless cover. More than 10 years ago.... In that moment I knew that some day that kid would be one the best metalcore guitarrists of all time... and he did. I can't express with words how sad I am... RIP kid.

[@Werewolf914]

I've never heard of Polaris before but it's always heartbreaking to hear so many great Musicians lost too early and after looking up the band I saw he was the same age as me only 26 he still had his whole life ahead of him. May he rest in peace and forgive me if it feels shallow to say I don't mean it to be but know it can come across that way especially over text, but all the love to his Family, friends, and fans The song was great though and I definitely want to check out more of their stuff.

[@knowsbeans]

The descent hits even harder since his passing

[@Trohanks]

The album The Death Of Me put them on the scope, now they're just proving themselves as one of the big ones in modern metalcore era

[@landrybasket]

such a difficult loss for this scene and just music in general, ryan was such an amazing musician and one can only imagine how far he would've gone.

[@strijkspray4753]

Saw Polaris in September 2022, in The Netherlands. During Alpha Wolf Opening, Ryan stood right next to me. They slew this tiny room. Love you Ryan, For always in our hearts.

[@davidwood1562]

Saw these at Download Festival in the UK in June and then just a couple weeks later, he passed away. Surreal feeling but so happy I got to see him live. RIP Ryan ❤️ Also...what an absolute banger of a tune 🤘🤘🤘

[@SchnitzeIkuchen]

Great song, this is going on my playlist ❤

[@heyflo1]

It's so sad, he had such a distinct sound, he will truly be missed.

[@xpndblhero5170]

This is so sad because I just found them at this time and I had to watch everyone go through this... I still don't know what happened to him. Rock in Paradise Ryan 😢❤

[@Kaynless96]

saw them live recently with Amity Affliction... such a banger band

[@Inferno-w8y]

music is immortal so this guy is blessed to be remembered from his music! R.I.P

[@huckleberri5250]

Ryan inspired me as a kid when his vids showed up; made me feel like I could rip my favorite riffs watching him do it. RIP to a an amazing musician 💜

[@Catastrothicc]

Crazy seeing this right now because just a few days ago this came through my shuffle and that 3/4 part had me buckin off drivin down the road. I sent it to everyone. Didn’t know about the loss of a member either that hits different now for sure

[@mrcrf450x]

Just brought myself around to watching and listening to the new Polaris, I have watched Ryan since he was a young kid on KZbin and massive influence in my own playing. Shred in peace young fella

[@ericadams2045]

Rest in Peace King

[@S0L12D3]

I’ve only heard a few songs by Polaris, but I enjoyed all of them! R.I.P.

[@BlackPhoenix-y2o]

Thank you for this … I got to see them in Sydney in their fatalism tour …. Mist emotional gig I’ve ever experienced

[@icantreedmusic]

The synced explosion with the pause in the breakdown at 3:30 is BASED R.I.P Ryan

[@brett-spangler448]

Been waiting for this one. Ryan’s death stings man. So young and so talented. Long Live Ryan Siew

[@treewisemenllc7281]

Let it out homie. More room out than in ❤ A tear came to my eye and I don't even know who this fella was.

[@Tigerjunky93]

“Eternal fear is a fate worse than death”

[@rhetoricvl383]

Love this band, Rest in peace Ryan. I'm glad to have some sick guitar riffs to listen to until it's my time to meet my demise! Prayers to Ryan's family and friends, and thank you Ryan for everything you've left for us here.

[@luca7x689]

Ryan is a legend. Rest In Peace.

[@EvanClutsom]

As i'm sure with many others, Ryan was one of the first metal guitarists I discovered on youtube, being similar ages I remember feeling a bit jealous, but so much respect for him. Big ups Ryan ❤

[@EvanClutsom]

Wrote that comment before even watching the video.. This song is 🔥

[@RJS2303]

Love this song, instant playlist

[@Buzzah]

Saw them at Graspop this year, must’ve been one of his last shows. Didn’t know the band at all, went because my pregnant gf wanted to go see them, and I had a blast! Such an energetic show and great vibe in the crowd! Polaris was one of the first bands my unborn baby daughter must have heard. Thank you so much Ryan, I will never forget this and I’ll make sure to tell her the story and reintroduce her to your music when she’s old enough! Your spirit will live on! ❤ RIP

[@mrssixxy]

He wasn't playing. He had a replacement for the ongoing shows already. He died the day after their show at graspop.

[@Buzzah]

@@mrssixxy oh, thanks for clearing that up.

[@rynogameover]

architects vibes, fucking love this thanks

[@SynysterEskimo]

Ryan was one of the first people I subscribed to on youtube around 2010-2011. He will be missed greatly. ❤

[@jo_sh6798]

The tapping part. Far out that hit me right in the feels🥹

[@joelprince4635]

the breakdown gives my goosebumps muscles😥😥😥I love you Ryan

[@reecemorgan4923]

GOING WATCHING THESE AND BEARTOOTH NEXT MONTH, Cant fucking WAIT.

[@loris6719]

Much support Nik, it's a tough loss for metalcore community. I would have prefered talking about my favorite modern band in a more joyfull way but this is the life...

[@sulienk9757]

Maaan. I was at their show Tuesday. An unreal experience!

[@angel0fdeath667]

I’ve seen Polaris live twice now and have tickets to see them again in September, the loss of Ryan really hurt strangely hard. I appreciate that they are continuing on in his memory but fuck it’s hard. Songs a banger and I expect the album will be as well

[@FrontLineGamer]

Me too my brother 🤟 we’ll be rocking out for Ryan ❤

[@angel0fdeath667]

@@FrontLineGamer absolutely

[@thomassmith1148]

The finesse in the drum lines are so good. Flashy but groovy 🎉