Periphery - Wildfire - Spencer Sotelo FIRST EVER live one take performance

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Periphery's Spencer Sotelo sings through their new single "Wildfire" from start to finish, live and in one take for the first time ever! Prior to this video, he'd never sung the song all the way through!
Find out how he did and hear from him how he thought it went! Is he ready for the tour?
Here's the link to the original video... Be sure to watch it again :)
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[@user-ue9on9zo2l]

Absolutely insane how good Spencer is. In a band filled with as much talent as Periphery has, it's easy for some to forget how incredible he is.

[@corydinsmore1117]

There are not many bands that you can say confidently that every member is equal in their chosen instrument. So when the drummer and guitarists are unarguably some of the best in metal period, I mean, I don't think there's much left to say.

[@keepitsecret-dl1pr]

Yeah "some", who? Morons? Nothing Spencer puts out is easy to sing whatsoever

[@MarkToast99]

@@keepitsecret-dl1pr I think his point was that when everyone in the band is incredible, each member doesn’t stand out from each other as much. But compared to others in the scene, each one of them is leading the charge on incredible performance. All about perspective

[@cursetheserpent]

This is only my own personal opinion. Spencer is a GREAT singer. but i think his screams are the absolute worst

[@andoletube]

@@cursetheserpent Really? the absolute worst? You should hear me scream, it'll give you a whole new appreciation for Spencer.

[@CruelMelody08]

When I Periphery for the first time I honestly thought there were two vocalists. One clean, one screamer. I didn’t think one person could be doing all of what he does. Just goes to show how insanely talented Spencer is.

[@Vyngraven]

I just hate when all the bath times stink. I feel ya Spencer.

[@blueflame7000]

and all that bath time steak too... man!

[@DoctorU613]

All the bad time's dicks too

[@speeddemonji9547]

was that the lyric he fucked up? I didnt noticed second time around

[@jeffneiman4635]

@@speeddemonji9547 I don't think so. It's a joke from the P5 documentary!

[@speeddemonji9547]

@@jeffneiman4635 ahhhh, I see thanks

[@BretSilverberg]

This band's humbleness-to-talent ratio is off the charts.

[@luminousarrow2849]

This 👌

[@Fictionalian]

Spencer should win Grammy for best vocal performance.

[@chrisliepe]

yes he should

[@briancasteel1193]

Lol

[@sebastian.jaime_]

Absolutely impressive AF. You can tell this is not a forgiving song for a live performance, but Spencer just knocks it out of the park.

[@keepitsecret-dl1pr]

he's had plenty of practice man, have you heard anything before this record? Spencer isn't new to extremely demanding vocals

[@mariusmeyer3243]

The progress of Spencers vocals over the years are a clear sign of absolutely mind-boggling dedication. He seems so perfectly aware of everything he does, I've even seen comments of him apologizing for a "weak performance" under some live videos, when he didn't feel that well with what he brought to the table. Even though there were so many people giving him a bad time for how he approached song writing and vocals in general, I feel like he himself is his own "worst" critic. Hats off!

[@TheBanana93]

I think those of us that constantly put ourselves down are often the best at something! It keeps us ever trying to get better. Often the people most up their own ass are the worst!

[@keepitsecret-dl1pr]

true, but he's always had an incredible voice, even on P1 where people for some reason say he wasn't great even though his vocals on that are outstandingly good

[@M3G4FR34K]

I disagree, I've definitely seen worse critics and they're usually worse given how unreasonable their criticism is. I've ALWAYS loved Sponce's voice and I think it's truly gotten more impressive with time!

[@human6310]

@@TheBanana93 Ah c'mon dude now you're just affirming my self-critical attitude😄

[@jayess7350525]

@@keepitsecret-dl1pr One of the reason I wasn't a "fan" after P1, it's because I thought Spencer was not that great to me. Going only by heart here, if I remember correctly, he appologized for his performance on P1 and said that he's going to be better on P2. I was like "Fair enough, let see then I guess". I ended up listening to P2 when it came out. I was impressed. Until I heard Ragnarok. Then I went full fan mode over night. Holy shit, that particular part in that song still gives me goosebump to this day (you all know the part I'm thinking, right? 😄)

[@LeeJeanJr]

Unbelievable that he can capture the intensity of a stacked vocal in a one take like this for the first time inSANE

[@simmons3.088]

Not to discredit the rest of the guys in Periphery (they're all amazing) but Spencer's performance on P5 brings everything together in a really special way. Loved seeing him do this.

[@moatfloater]

They know it!!! Haha, I don't think Periphery would continue in the same way without him.

[@brettaveni4242]

It’s his record. Kills it.

[@cobyourself]

Just saw them in Montreal. I am a guitarist and was going to see a guitar performance. Spencer stole the whole fucking show. I was absorbed by his stuning flawless singing on each song. For some vicious screame he sounded even better then the album. This guy is a beast.

[@TheKevinCruz64]

This is so amazing! Spencer will always be one of my favorite vocalists. His voice on P5 makes me too happy.

[@chrisliepe]

SO GOOD

[@Kelly.sapphire]

Favorite band and favorite vocalist!

[@corydinsmore1117]

To be honest, I couldn't stand his clean vocals the first time I heard them fifteen years ago. However, when you put into perspective just how talented each member of periphery is, It would be extremely difficult to have a vocalist that would shine through such talented musicians. However, Spencer does that and then some and I truly don't think anybody could replace him. It's probably the reason that when he was sick. They just did an instrumental tour and didn't have anyone to fill in for him. Lol. Fucking amazingly, brilliant, astonishing band. Great video as well brother.

[@corydinsmore1117]

It's fucking better than the album I don't give a shit

[@xcityofemberx]

@@corydinsmore1117 Couldn't agree more on this.

[@NathanWorstellMusic]

This is amazing. What a freaking brute force behind that mic!

[@chrisliepe]

YES

[@LEWITT-audio]

Wow! Thanks for making our mics part of this amazing video and killer performance!

[@chrisliepe]

You're so welcome! Thanks for creating great microphones that help us to sound our best!

[@crashgeekdicoot]

that mic + his vocal chain really sound awesome.

[@MardyLeith]

​@Chris Liepe Hey Chris! I may have missed it in the video, but which Lewitt are you using in this video? The Pure? The chain sounds awesome!

[@chrisliepe]

@@MardyLeith It's the 1040 :)

[@MardyLeith]

@@chrisliepe Thanks for the quick reply! Definitely going to have to try it out!

[@librairiealademilune]

This is absolutely mind-blowing. Spencer is one of the greatest. What a one-shot performance !!!

[@chrisliepe]

Agreed!

[@librairiealademilune]

@@chrisliepe I hope there is more stuff like that on the way ! Thank you Chris for what you are doing ! Your channel is awesome !

[@Swollen_Goat]

Damn this rips. Spencer just keeps getting better and better.

[@chrisliepe]

He really does!

[@callyatheoriginal]

Great singer

[@chrisliepe]

One of the best!

[@KGTv123]

Holy shit that was a legit performance. I was running through the vocals in my head as he was singing them and thinking, “where the hell does he get a chance to breathe?” Lol. Seeing it performed this raw and accurate makes me appreciate the performance all that much more.

[@VoidHxnter]

As a musician, you really learn proper breathing techniques. One really good one is saying “how” while you’re breathing in. Saying that completely opens up your throat and allows you to breath in more at once. With practice, you can get a full lung in only like 0.2 seconds or quicker. Also, breathe with your gut, not your shoulders. Proper breathing should not have your shoulders move. Don’t think “expanding your lungs upward”, think “expand out and down”. You can use up a TON more of your lung capacity and hold your breath longer.

[@nirhymeswithhi4849]

You gotta be sneaky, quick, and efficient, like a ninja!

[@footingball5566]

@@VoidHxnterYeah proper breathing shouldn’t even really be an action in itself. When you’ve run out of air in your lungs, keep your proper singing posture and let the air in. A lot of people ”pull” the air in but in reality your lungs will fill themselves if you let them to. I’m a classical singer so I don’t even breathe consciously anymore. It’s just an instant intake of air every time I run out of air and even that isn’t something you think of with enough experience. When the next phrase or section starts, my lungs are full of fresh air. Proper breathing is absolutely mandatory.

[@myauramusic]

The lack of strain through Spencers neck and face blows my mind, considering he is going full tilt from start to finish with minimal times to compose himself and get some quality breathes. Dude is so talented

[@fraysaur]

It’s crazy to hear the juggling between the “scream singing” and clean vocals in that first pre-chorus. They probably recorded those parts separately and then overlayed them on the record. The live delivery is so good! Good capture Chris

[@VulgrDisplay]

The heartbeat haunts me portion is so damn haunting. Spencer is one of the best of all time.

[@njsteere]

That fact he can do this live, on stage, moving around/performing is insane.

[@Austinwevo]

This is not in a live setting with a crowd and adrenaline that make vocals even better. He absolutely killed this.

[@johng92]

I love his diction on “YOU WILL SAY THIS” sounds very old school death metal screaming the way he ends the phrase. Spencer just has the best range of any vocalist ever.

[@TMmodify]

It's also that he lets himself be a little ridiculous with it. I remember watching Chris' vid about spencer and putting yourself in a character's shoes to express yourself more freely and for me that's exactly what he did there, reminds me of their song MK Ultra

[@spilkcore-8205]

Spencer the amount you’ve grown since P1 is just astonishing!

[@keepitsecret-dl1pr]

You say that like his P1 performance wasn't incredible? Dude had an amazing showing on that record

[@spilkcore-8205]

@@keepitsecret-dl1pr never said it wasn’t. He just got so much better over the years

[@stephenkessel6037]

@@keepitsecret-dl1pr his screams have gone through a metamorphosis since P1. MIP for sure

[@seanpowers1906]

​@KeepItSecret he did do well on P1, but I know they used some tuning on his cleans back when that was recorded. Also his screaming range and capabilities have dramatically increased. You can hear the difference especially between P1 and P2

[@tetra3000]

Oi P1 is their best album

[@onlyfriendyeah]

dude's the real deal. caught him live in 2010 and it set the bar unrealistically high ever since

[@Jt7166]

Spencer is so damn talented. Great cleans, great screams…he can do it all. Periphery can’t be the easiest band to sign for either tbh.

[@redfurydubstep]

I love how he talked it up like he was nervous…then absolutely nailed it. Total professional

[@lout9231]

jesus christ his vocal control is unreal in live and i've seen periphery live 5 or 6 times lol never fails to amaze me

[@spiritboxyxbox]

Hes so fun to see live, misha made him crack up while he was singing atropos lmao, he just laughed while trying to sing

[@Sunchaserofficial]

So glad I was there to see that

[@lala19877]

Is anyone here shocked that he killed it? Man is not from this planet. He's incredible 😍

[@DantesGrill]

Hearing Spencer's thought process and insecurities wasn't something I expected when I clicked. Thought it would just be the performance. The things you teach is always on point, Chris. It's like you know what people need to hear without them even knowing it. Great job to both of you!

[@BeefStakewithButterandGarlic]

Absolute BEAST this whole album is fucking insane even a year later

[@MrAlwaysRight]

I know I just fuckin CAME! And then I came again.

[@skin_e_guy]

i first started listening to periphery for the guitars. now i listen to them because of spencer. what an absolute beast of a vocalist.

[@CheloWiiU]

Spencer is amazing. Not many vocalists could perform a song like this, with cleans and growls, high pitches and low pitches and then come out of the room like nothing happened.

[@mind_mastery]

The only other one I’ve seen is Andy Cizek. Flawless.

[@greigns7781]

​@Mind Mastery the holy trio of modern djent really has the best vocalists. Dan Tompkins, Spencer, and Andy? Absolutely insane

[@DrummerRF]

dan tompkins

[@kristenarcher5996]

@@greigns7781 Dan and Spencer have to be my favorites, they both nearly always sound just as amazing live as they do in studio

[@footingball5566]

Mikael Åkerfeldt back in the day. He had in my opinion the most evil/ demon sounding screams of all time and his singing voice is very clean and soft. When it comes to purely extreme vocals, I think we'll have to wait a while before anything comes close to prime time Åkerfeldt. And I'm not just talking Opeth- Bloodbath and "Brave Murder Day" by Katatonia still have EXCEPTIONAL vocals. But yeah, if I could hear Luck as a constant live as it sounds on the album, I'd piss my pants.

[@tomegranatejuice]

I really hope they do Wax Wings live. I fucking love that song. Also, this was super impressive.

[@gingerkid852]

I think it may well be one of the best songs they have ever created, if not the best.

[@mastermeow1582]

@@gingerkid852yes, it’s a toss up for me. Atropos, thanks nobuo, and wax wings might just be three of their best. Then I think about zag, drac, and nobuo ending the album and realize it might just be the best album ever.

[@educostanzo]

I wasn't the biggest Periphery fan before, but P5 is too good, specially the vocals, so diverse and powerful, this guy has some serious chops!

[@zanderboettcher3115]

This really makes you appreciate ALLLL the layers of harmonies that are in the track when they're not there anymore

[@jonathanchandler4486]

Sounds like the album, that’s bloody unbelievable, this guy continues to inspire me to be a better vocalist

[@poopzters]

Spencer is just on another level

[@nickwait5260]

My god.. it sounded almost exactly like the recording. This man is amazing.

[@aviationsband]

"Shit's got me sweating" - lmao! Thank you for doing this. Was fun to watch and love how you interpret the chorus live

[@NickyLaurienzo]

One of my proudest moments is getting to meet Spencer and get a pic with him, my favorite vocalist

[@bryceoconnor3927]

Spencer blew this album out of the water. The whole band did, and they are all incredible... but there are a lot of amazing metal instrumentalists. IDK how many people can do what Spencer does.

[@rustydog2112]

Spencer, that was scary good; a difficult song really well performed

[@Pericles777]

Can’t wait to see “Everything is Fine”, that shit is crazy 🔥🔥🔥🔥🐐🐐🐐

[@walpurgisnacht9234]

This is what failure, correction, and near perfection looks like. Spencer is a true pro.

[@ghostlobsterstudios]

Spencer Sotelo has been my favorite vocalist for quite some time, but this live performance really shows just how talented he is! Can't wait to see Periphery on tour!!!!

[@Brian-zt9wz]

Hello again Chris...I've been a casual fan of the band for yrs but theres something about these songs that are hitting differently...Just the sheer versatility of Spencer's voice really gives the band a wide sonic palate in which to write...They have reached a new level with this album..thx for the vid guys 🤘👍✌️

[@chrisliepe]

I agree!

[@tempuramonster]

I think it has to do a lot with Spencer being involved in the writing from day 1, and you tell can just how vocally-driven this whole album is vs. the albums that start off with just riff writing. Such a small thing to change in their entire process, yet the outcome delivers some of the most unique music put out in the last couple decades. Great band to admire and be inspired by!

[@AshAhms]

Spencer shits all competition outta the water. I remember early Periphery when many disliked Sponce where I heard great holistic synchronicity, and I really felt that Baretto didn't have that flair. If you're reading this Sponce you proved EVERYONE WRONG up like an angel and down like a wounded ox forever. I will die whole if I get to hear Satellites live

[@georgeaapmusic]

That note he hits at around 3:34 gives me chills, beautiful!

[@JunSimVocal]

my favourite vocalist. the GOAT.

[@QuincyKane]

Awesome vocal performance! Very impressive!

[@Armageddons_son]

Spencer is such a beast!! He's one of the best vocalists I've seen live!

[@Miatalustrium]

Every time I've seen them live they've absolutely killed it and I absolutely love that Spencer differentiates himself from a lot of other vocalists with great ranges on record by actually singing the harder parts live, since they're the most prevalent in the mix. I don't want to seem like I'm sitting on other bands, because vocals are not as easy as just singing well in a live performance, but again, it's so refreshing to hear Spencer killing those parts live while performing, too.

[@Scott.88]

Spencer (and Periphery in general) never fail to impress. This is performance is incredible

[@UKNick01]

The first time I heard Periphery I was blown away by every single member's level of musicianship but I could not help but say 'damn, their vocalist has an INCREDIBLE voice', and after all these years all I can say is 'damn, Spencer has an INCREDIBLE voice'.

[@darkflash32]

Spencer's voice is unique for the genre that he is in, and most fans of the genre doesn't appreciate that.

[@nicknicksiren]

Holy shit. He freaking NAILED it. Like... perfectly. Mad respect for the man. I need to see them live, right now!

[@SynysterGates70]

Jesus man, absolute beast. I can't imagine the stamina this guy needs for a tour....

[@Vocameleon]

Dope, thanks to you both for the wonderful vid. Really cool to be able to see a vocalists first playthrough of a song!

[@chrisliepe]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@blots2317]

so the vocal playthrough finally happened! thank you Chris and Spencer!

[@brycef67]

Periphery is amazing live , I just saw them in Indianapolis almost two weeks ago . Spencer’s voice is amazing live .

[@Kelly.sapphire]

I was there. Loved Reptile

[@rezzyblue9948]

What a beast, the perfect accent for a guitar-rich band like Periphery

[@AECommonThread2137]

Very humble at the end. That was far closer to perfect than id imagine. He's a great vocalist, however, this seemed too good! One of the best performances.

[@garrettbrown6770]

Spencer is such a unit of a singer haha Even with the '1st Round' biffs, this performance still at a level most singers couldn't even compete on their best days.

[@ktom]

Spencer === absolute 🐐🐐🐐

[@thelastdaybreathinginetern1385]

I love how Spencer is screaming in the house, and walking around while being recorded. I've been listening to Periphery since the first album in 2010.. I've been screaming and singing for 15 years, and I've always used Periphery's music, and specifically Spencer's vocals to get better, and I've been practicing my vocals to their new album. It's an amazing album, thank you. I wish I could see Periphery live one day..

[@b.gallucci7186]

Why don't you go see them live then?

[@thelastdaybreathinginetern1385]

@@b.gallucci7186 I will very soon.

[@b.gallucci7186]

They are in Portland tonight

[@RichardFriendartist]

jesus...that vocal line was unrelenting! great job Spencer!!!!!!!!!!!

[@isomemory]

God fucking damn, I LOVE this band. ❤❤❤❤❤

[@Resin311]

Spencer, it sounds damn near identical to the album. Amazing work.

[@Spaace42]

Holy shit this is impressive. Amazing to be able to this stuff, thanks a million to both of you! Keep it coming!

[@chrisliepe]

Definitely more to come!

[@nicolasavezou7345]

Spencer is a fucking beast ! I almost like this one take version better than the album's version, feels more aggressive and raw

[@styrofoamsoldier]

Yeah that chorus is truly a tricky one to stick. I feel like the one talent that a lot of metal singers are lacking is the charisma of landing on an off note but still sticking through with grace. Spencer is definitely an exception to this and he's truly an amazing musician!

[@rooskadoodle5952]

Spencer is such a huge inspiration.

[@TheDonkeyFLOPPER]

Can’t wait for the eventual headlining tour to promote this album. It’s been so long since I’ve seen them live

[@CRTW]

Sotelo=legend

[@Anonimo-tv2co]

Man, I LOVE how Spencer has improved himself as a vocalist since the beginning. Love forever.

[@747lch]

the audio on this video just in general is exceptional

[@supern0is349]

its so good to see spencer's perfomance finaly being appreciated. I remember back in P1 times, everyone kept saying "periphery should be an instrumental band, they dont need a singer". So good to see how Spencer proved everyone wrong, he's an amazing singer and now its unthinkable to have periphery without him.

[@HugoStiglitz88]

It makes sense to do this as practice for sure. Spencer's always been one of the best live regardless. It's rare to find a singer that can scream and clean sing almost perfectly on point in a live performance but he gets as close as I've ever heard

[@speckon]

I LOVE Spencer but for me the GOAT will always be Devin Townsend!

[@brendendanieley8114]

I’ve been loving seeing these two great vocalists collabing

[@mastermeow1582]

Best singer alive today.

[@johnlloydzalsos975]

his vocals just fit perfectly on how perfect the distorted guitar is.

[@robertb.4202]

Spencer did a phenomenal job on the new album. I think he really shines on Wildfire. His intense vocal performance compliments the music perfectly!

[@SpunktAlex]

What a stellar performance. I'd wish more bands would take/do this for actual recordings. Spencer sounded no inch worse than the recording. It actually sounded natural and just fitting, which isn't suprising, as it is just 1 take and a damn good singer.

[@PerKristian93]

What the FUCK, Spencer knocked this so far out of the park. JEEZ. Mad props for even daring to do this. I can't believe the vocal control he shows here

[@enrico_stornelli]

This is probably one of the best one-take vocals ever recorded! 🤣🤣Ridiculously good!

[@lode233]

Spencer is a beast! Thanks Chris for bring this to us!

[@chrisliepe]

I agree! You're so welcome!

[@PowerfulPollack]

Spencer, Andy Cizek and Tatiana Shmayluk are my favorite vocalists, absolute monsters

[@XavierMacX]

Ohhh... fantastic list.

[@TheVelvetYear]

loooooooooove the sound of your mic and chain on his voice

[@scottbradshaw6317]

This is insane. Wow.

[@MarkToast99]

Whenever I try to sing through a full song like this, I find that I build up a lot of tension when I'm switching between all the different types of vocals in the song. Would love to hear Spencer talk a bit about how he keeps himself loose and relaxed when he's doing this kind of performance

[@keepitsecret-dl1pr]

honestly dude it's just practice, you get used to switching between screaming and clean singing, it's not really that tough, just providing you're actually screaming properly

[@Kifri_filosofia]

that is because you are not gettint enough air to push the vocals, so instead of getting de power of the air, you direct it to the throat, killing it xd

[@chrisliepe]

He has a whole course where he addresses these kinds of things directly!

[@mattwatson1744]

Holy shit. What a talent. The range, intensity and shift in styles. This man is a treasure.

[@sethwinstead5643]

😳😮😱😵OMG Spencer!!!🔥🔥🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@laurenbabic]

So so so so good 🤘🏼

[@Christian.Means.]

My favorite vocalist no doubt. Not only because of his range he has, but the clarity and easily translated scream vocals. A true master..

[@ryangarnett4705]

Freaking awesome. Got chills in my face and neck. They killed it last night in Kansas City!

[@Badalabandabad]

I just imagine on how he transitions from the screams to cleans and it feels so exhausting! What a beast.

[@uolegullook3847]

Dude - Spencer, this is so good.

[@johnmccarthy2519]

He makes it look so easy