Reaction to "Life on Mars" by Aurora

My first time listening to Aurora Aksnes, singing an awesome David Bowie song in her own unique way. (Song begins at 1:29)

[@jdb19]

"Icicles dripping in the wind." That says so much about Aurora. She's the magic Nordic Queen of the Elves, and you've nailed her voice. Thank you. Loved your reaction. Liked and subscribed.

[@Jeff22790]

Had the pleasure of seeing Aurora live in Birmingham UK November 2019, Stunning artist can't wait to see her again Hopefully!!! 😁👍

[@natevibe5817]

Lucky man.

[@63rdwho]

I saw her live in November 2019 too, but at the O2 Arena in Bristol. To say that she was amazing is an understatement. Once the world is back to some kind of normality and safety, I want to see her again.

[@stephenfaulkner3613]

I was also at that gig . Fantastic.

[@THEPINKFLOYDIANS]

Did she sing Life on Mars??

[@Jeff22790]

@@THEPINKFLOYDIANS No not that night, wonderful version tho'

[@X_ch4ng3]

You said you pictured her in the snow. If you check out her debut music video Runaway, you will see it for real. Great reaction video👍

[@natevibe5817]

Thank you! I'll check it out.

[@ysteinmoe7399]

I thought the exact same thing :)

[@specificsoup]

I think a lot of artists who are from snowy places end up having music that sounds cold and snowy somehow. Not always obviously but a lot of Icelandic music and music from Scandinavia generally I find has that sound, which I really like. It’s just interesting how that comes through.

[@jjmail1971]

She has a WONDERFUL version of the Beatles' "Across The Universe". What a talent and what a soul...

[@paulkossak7761]

She has a knack for storytelling. She makes you pay attention and listen.

[@Deeraise]

You're right that she grew up listening to this. Bowie's one her all-time favorites. Thanks for the AURORA reaction! Keep them up! She's excellent; she's done a ton of covers and has loads of originals.

[@MiguelSF]

From the moment I saw this performance, a couple of months ago, I've been saying this is the most beautiful cover of Life on Mars I have ever heard. Aurora does an amazing job with this iconic song.

[@sarlina1]

I am excited to see that you like Aurora too, Miguel 😊 She is fantastic! She is so different from Angelina, but in her own rights, she is almost as good. Try Churchyard, The Seed, I Went Too Far, It Happened Quiet, Forgotten Love (harp version), Murder Song, Runaway, Teardrop, Believer, Across The Universe, and so many more. There is so much to discover from her. Stay safe, my friend 😊💕

[@MiguelSF]

@@sarlina1 hello Sarlina! Yes, I do enjoy Aurora. I found her almost at the same time as Angelina. Although she doesn't touch me as deeply as Angelina does, I quite like her singing. I will check your recommendations 😉 Thanks and be safe too 🌹❤️

[@marcopolo9569]

WOW, you definitely internalized. You are feeling snow and mountains, ice cycles, cold wind blowing through trees. Aurora is from Norway, and she took you with her. Very empathetic, channeling her.

[@PilloryClinton]

New sub. Love Aurora. The sweetest person on the planet cl with the sweetest voice.

[@todradmaker4297]

I really appreciated that you listened to this again after your initial reaction and shared your experience with us. I wish more reactors would take the time to examine what they might have missed the first time. And Aurora definitely deserves a closer examination. She is a very special person and, I believe, will become the most consequential artist of this century.

[@jobryan191]

"Cradling the fragile song like a baby as she negotiates their way across the room." I think that's it exactly. She is clearly a 'cosmic being', and when she performs it is a ritual to make the world better, in some way we may never understand. Check out the Nobel Peace Prize Concert 2015, where she has her hands and body free, and you'll see that every part of her is needed for the spell. Reminds me of when Kate Bush says: "'Cause now I know that I'm needed - for the symphony..."

[@artlonga8647]

Tahank You. Hope you continue with Aurora reactions, she's a gem, uncut diamond if you will, with her own beatiful shape. Like Bjørk she does not fit to any mold, a true artist. Listen to her own music, consert from Nidarosdomen and Haik consert is a really nice place to start with. Looking forward to more reactions.

[@Fightingforthelost]

Honestly, it makes her covering David Bowie so appropriate, too. A man who reinvented himself so many times, being covered by this person who clearly loves and appreciates the song, who is, in many ways, like Bowie. Aurora can't really be placed into a box that suits others. She's always Aurora, even when she's singing a cover. Unapologetically. I honestly think he would have loved this cover.

[@hulder77]

I think Aurora would love your description of her carrying the song like a child, it fits perfectly!

[@willywonkasamekindasaurora5536]

What a journey you started, don't jump of, you'll miss out on things you didn't know and so much to discover. Her in snow? Watch Runaway her official music video.

[@joskogeler6421]

Very thoughtful reaction on Aurora and on listening to music in general. Thank you. I am sure you also will like her original songs. Many to pick from. Good start is Murder Song, life at the Nobel peace prize concert.

[@panchiolarranaga1616]

Music is magic Nate....it can also be medicine for the soul......and a lot of people need that these insane days. And we're so lucky that the Viking Fairy Queen exists in our lifetimes a very unique spirit in the shape of a cute young and talented girl Aurora

[@leod2408]

one of the most beautiful comments! Stay safe!

[@laluba3603]

@@leod2408 Agree.

[@janh8371]

Great reaction 😃shes one of a kind🥰 have been lucky watcching her 3 times live and looking forward to next time😃have a good day🌞🌞

[@PilloryClinton]

New sub. Love Aurora. The sweetest person on the planet with the sweetest voice.

[@Abbadonhades]

A very insightful and well rounded comment and reaction. There are a few reactors out there that allow their brains to properly process the music before they comment, but not many. I am frankly impressed by your eloquence as well as how invested you get listening to the music.

[@TholenTryggeTjenester]

Stop, do you hear? Listen? Just shush.... David Bowie applauding from heaven...

[@toreheggelund612]

Good reaction and wise words about listening. I never use music just as background noise,for me its like an seance. First I warm up my amplifier (about 1 hour (tubeamplifier)) spending waittime picking the albums I wanna listen to. Often its albums from 70-80,s even if I buy newly released albums (2 every week in average). Then I position myself as in a equilateral triangle with speakers and my cat will jump up in my lap (she loves music) and I close my eyes and just listen. I dont do this every day and sometimes not even for weeks because my favorite sound is silence. This way I appreciate music more and every nuance becomes clearer. Stay healthy and thumb up..

[@geirsaelensminde1888]

Hi, great reaction to a great artist. Aurora is a norwegian and is from the city Bergen on the west coast She has a lot of songs you must react to.

[@thathawaiiandude787]

If you haven’t yet…..she has a great tune with Aurora singing in the snow in Bergen, her hometown called “Runaway” Very good reaction, brother. Mahalo for that. Aloha🎼🤙🏾

[@dobrow1]

Subscribed, Comments show how much we love AURORA! She is caring as you said. She is the most unique artist in today’s music scene. Her songs are amazing, her covers are also great! Another cover she cared a lot about was the cover of Lenold Cohen’s music!

[@geirsaelensminde1888]

Hi,I am totally agree with you Aurora is amazing. We (norwayconcerts.com) are trying to arrange concerts with in her home town (Bergen) in the next months. Geir

[@thunderbird7780]

For Aurora in the snow, just got straight to the music video of Runaway which always should be the first Aurora song to listen to.

[@pattimurphyrocks]

It is hard to even come up with adjectives that can describe her voice, angelic, haunting, other-worldly, expressive, I could go on and on. I loved your reaction. I am not sure why, but when I hear her, I cry.

[@dalesides1655]

So wonderful watching someone who is discovering Aurora. She has a number of covers, and her originals are artistically exceptional. An enthralling performer. I hope you enjoy finding your way into her world.

[@hakanandersson1276]

Hey there. I have followed her for five years now and i think you have right about her in so many ways. She draws you in and when she do a cover she loves she do it for 100% she should never do it for less. I usual say that she is the three E's. Emotion, empathic and expressive. She is even more and her storytelling is remarcable. I like your sincere and loving word. I would like to write more about her but i am really a mess right now and i don't have the strenght to do that. I hope more Warriors and weirdos looking up you. They are going to love this. Subscribe you and coming back when you do more if my "soulhealer". Sorry about my bad english

[@natevibe5817]

Ah, but you speak such good words!

[@hakanandersson1276]

@@natevibe5817 Thank you so very much!!

[@kippys1]

I enjoyed your reaction and discussion of this Bowie cover by AURORA! Please do more AURORA reactions! She mostly writes her own music, has three albums out, and another one in the works. I recommend her environmental anthem "The Seed" for a completely different side of this artist, either the original music video, or one of two live performances: (1) in the HAIK Concert that she performed in a forest, or (2) her recent concert with the Bergen Philharmonic! Also recommend "Churchyard" or "All is Soft Inside" from her KEXP concert in Iceland; or "It Hapened Quiet" from her iconic Nidaros concert (in a cathedral).

[@philbsmiling]

Nate, I thank you deeply for such a beautiful response to the immensely powerful, inspiring and emotional experience you shared with us here. We are so privileged to connect through music and feel impacts as you described which create joy for the soul! I am looking forward to seeing more of your exploration of Aurora’s music and other incredible artists. Take care. 🙏🤗

[@flakebust990]

Great, thank you ! You are " the plumber " So sensitive to the flow and no leaks.

[@natevibe5817]

Goodness me!

[@rachelai2523]

I really appreciate everything you say. So genuine, open, and beautiful. Feels like a fireside chat listening to you - feels like I’m having a conversation with you. I agree about the magical images, larger than self feelings, and discovery through music that takes you out of yourself. Aurora is definitely the artist for you I think. She talks a lot about our hearts, our minds, and our connection to people and nature :)

[@natevibe5817]

I am looking forward to hearing more of her, and slowly as I like catching the early ones as reactions... I'm already lost in Angelina Jordan's world... So nice to find new mysteries to explore! Your word choice says much that is good about you. I would like to ask a favor. I'm starting another channel where I can talk at more length about life, forgiveness, anger, creativity, etc... And it's been really tricky finding my voice and trusting it. I would love to preview something with you, if you'd be interested in giving my your honest feedback? I sometimes can't tell if I'm finding my way, or just getting in my way...

[@cherbear5612]

Everything you said was right on. Please react to more of her. Anything from HAIK would be awesome ✌

[@augustodutra3839]

Aurora is absolutely amazing. React to some of her original stuff too

[@erikjoha]

Nate, I've fallen deep in the Aurora journey, after falling for her after this song and there are a few songs (performances) of hers I'd suggest you listen to: It happened quiet (Live at Nidarsdomen (a Norwegian cathedral) - kzbin.info/www/bejne/eWfLomiZr858fsU Through the eyes of a child - stripped - kzbin.info/www/bejne/eXfddquLg5aBbqs Murder song (5,4,3,2,1) from Nobel peace prize concert 2015 - kzbin.info/www/bejne/rJmThIqKi9yLrtk The Seed - Live Haik (surprise concert, the male choir that enters was a surprise to her) - kzbin.info/www/bejne/p4K0lWidg9B8rbc Those 4 songs to me gives you a great cross section of who Aurora is. This is the first reaction of yours I've come across, and now I'll go back and listen to all the Angelina Jordan reactions you've done (Another one of my favorites as well)

[@laurenrussell3584]

Yes I love those songs too! Also Apple Seed is a really great one as well

[@LeNaSmileyStar]

Totally agree on this list, I'd add that you prolly "have to" watch the original vid of the SEED as well, since the video adds to the lyrics and brings it to another lvl... ;) kzbin.info/www/bejne/lX7GkIKDatSBd5o Oh yeah, editing in... all the best from Arctic Norway o/

[@tabathastaples7884]

Shepherd's Chapel Network !!!!!!! Pastor Murray is an Anointed Servant of GOD who teaches the Word of GOD with Authority!!!!!!!

[@paulfredericksen6565]

What a great reaction video, and commentary. Thank you. If only I could hit the like button more than once. Oh, well.

[@THEPINKFLOYDIANS]

Such an emotional rendition. ♥️ Beautiful ♥️

[@ispbrotherwolf]

I have never said anything on your channel, but this is my Queen of the North. I am a proud person, but I bow to her. She is otherworldy.

[@elias3078]

Pleasee react more AURORA'S songs! I recommend you her video "Runaway" shes one of those singers that made me believe again in this new generation of artists 🙌

[@bjornarsimonsen7592]

Great reaction. You recognized her for what she is :) And I have to say I'm more than amazed by how virtually everyone gets the same feeling from her, that she's a kind of spirit belonging to nature.

[@shirleyvandenkerkhof5389]

The River paired with the Bergen symphonic. The most beautiful story I ever heard sung!

[@scottishmob7982]

the amazing AuRoRa! you cant go wrong with her. pick a song and enjoy!

[@stevenbuckner286]

You are absolutely right, allowing myself to fully unplug with an artist and just drift away helps me to reconnect. From there I find my own personal recipe for hope, faith, and inspiration. The longer I float, the more I understand about who I truly am and how to express the qualities of myself that I admire the most. Once again an absolutely spot on, highly insightful reaction.

[@jessica5497]

I loved your comments about the performance. I think you will have a great time reacting to her, shes not only an amazing singer but also a fantastic songwriter. I would recommend Runaway music video, It happened quiet live nidarosdomen or the seed live Haik as a start. Have a great day.

[@rjt2000___]

You're absolutely correct aurora is an angel

[@djdaco]

iff bowy ferd this

[@eldridbakk8623]

It's nice to hear music with you because then I can enjoy the music with you too :). Aurora is in the creative source as well as Angela Jordan. They do not make the music for us but let us enjoy what they make. But the creative process is most important I think for Aurora and Angelina. Aurora started early and sang as well.

[@panchiolarranaga1616]

Pleaseed to mee you sir...and .I love that song too......Bowie's been close since a bunch of years, I'm 67, and Aurora makes this great song like hers. Something I keep saying every time I listen is what would be the Duke's reaction....I can picture David hugging sweet Aurora and sprinkling some emotional tears. And yes Nate, great to meet you , this is my first time listenikng to your reactions, and it was Aurora, she's my favorite great reaction. I absolutely love this young and beautiful lil lady. about your imagination there's Runaway in such a setting kzbin.info/www/bejne/mpCrnYOYpLGFgpo Ima piano and bass player, rocknroll has been my everyday soundtrack for years,,,and then Aurora came to my life

[@hakanandersson1276]

Wooohaa!!

[@pamelawilkinson]

So I just saw your reaction to Aurora, another Norwegian sensation, and looked through your videos to find a reaction to Dimash Kudaibergen. You don’t seem to have a reaction to him so I am going to recommend him now. If I were to listen to all of your singers to which you have already reacted, I would lay money down, and I am not a gambler at all, that you will be astounded at the Vocal Range, the dynamics and stage presence of this 26 year old singer from Kazakhstan. He has been taking music lessons, instrument lessons, composition courses at universities etc. etc. since he was five years old. And it shows ...and in addition he has been blessed with vocal parts in his throat that the average person even the above average person could only dream of having. For your first reaction The fans or the dears as we are called by him, always recommend SOS from singer 2017. It is a French song that is roughly 25 to 30 years old and this Kazakhstan singer is singing it in a Chinese competition. He was the first contestant, also the first wildcard from another country and the youngest performer for the contest at age 22. After this episode was aired, he needed bodyguards. I have subscribed and giving you a like. Look forward to a future reaction.

[@Suamt]

Subscribed, she and AJ are my favourite artistes.

[@OverlordC]

Wonderful that you saw her singing in mountains and snow. Aurora is Norwegian, and claims to have spent most of her childhood roaming the frozen woods, writing poetry. Listen to The Seed if you want to hear her original work, or compare her lovely recreation of Arianna Grande's God is Woman. Either way, you won't be disappointed. Aurora is something special

[@simonwe]

Thanks for your great and genuine reaction! Would be so cool if you wanted to check out more live performances from Aurora=) One I really like is when she does a cover of Imagine dragon - Believer, I don't like that song usually but I really like her cover of it.

[@heidifarstadkvalheim4952]

❤️from Bergen Norway 🇳🇴

[@Scartomuffin]

You might get alot of mental images and feels from watching Wardruna - Helvegen feat. Aurora (live). Think you would appreciate it.

[@CyberBeep_kenshi]

Welcome to the Aurora universe :)

[@Sofia-Lala]

She has an ability to find all the hidden meanings of the lyrics and bring it forward.

[@sabinalantha285]

😍

[@Fightingforthelost]

This was posted to KZbin only a few months after his passing. It was part of a tribute concert. Honestly, I can't help but think David Bowie looked down on this cover and smiled at Aurora for the tribute.

[@YTDumpsterBaby]

If you don't want to stop it. How about you watch it without stopping then Edit in your reactions in where you would stop it. This way your reactions are still pure and you're not losing immersion. Nice reaction tho.

[@anibalchaves7577]

Pleaseeee listen to "Murder Song" of Aurora its amazing, live at iceland or at the nobel price, pleaseee

[@jaredlargen5273]

Love the song and commentary. By the way is that a Mark Ryden print in the background? Sorry if I come off as being nosy.

[@FlameCold258]

Thanks for your reactoin. Many in the music industry and among artists use Aurora as a reference for good quality. She can fill an entire record with masterpieces. Billie Eilish said that it was when she heard Aurora that she decided to become an artist. Aurora is from Norway like Angelina Jordan. Highly recommend this: Aurora - Through The Eyes Of A Child (Live) - Stripped - kzbin.info/www/bejne/eXfddquLg5aBbqs

[@hwplugburz]

Does anyone know what Bowie thought of Aurora preforming his song :) ? (Did he even know? I guess he must have for copyright reasons and such right?)

[@livia2770]

react more to aurora please!! you should check her song The Seed, live in HAIK :))

[@Meowziez]

Listen to Through the Eyes of a Child, live, stripped vevo dscvr. Another is Lucky, vevo dscvr. And the Seed. She pulls you in. She inhabits the songs she writes and sing.

[@ispbrotherwolf]

It is ok, we all reacts the same :-) We are humans :-)

[@LeNaSmileyStar]

AURORA's like David Bowies daughter from another family ^^ I imagine Mr. Bowie is giving a standing ovation from where he's residing. Nate, you mentioned in the vid of Murder Song, that ANGELina has the ability to make a beautiful cover of a song you'd normally hate. AURORA's done that w a song and an artist, I normally never listen to... Arianna Grande's "GOD IS A WOMAN" Quality GOLD! Would love for you to make a reaction of it. kzbin.info/www/bejne/nJ_CZ5xtjMqXY8U

[@steinarberglund6632]

When you said you picture her in "snow and mountains"..... LOL you should really react to "Runaway" the video. There she is in that picture :): Bowie is one of her inspirations. This short clip is from her 10th grade graduation. Someone from her school posted it on facebook and a recording company signed her after seeing it. You can really hear the David Bowie theme in it. kzbin.info/www/bejne/aX62aJyXrZ2kr6s

[@jeffmalloy8200]

She is as vulnerable as finely spun glass and as strong as high carbon steel. Her art rips you apart and heals you at the same time. Who does that? Her art is almost too intense to bear, but you can't look away. She is a siren in the form of a wood nymph. Resistance is futile!

[@marcocristi4743]

Hello please react to Karla Grunewaldt is impressive and should be known to everyone. Aurora follows her on social networks The will like.

[@benmclaurin3745]

Wow, lovely reaction to my favorite. I find it funny you brought up you picture her in ice and snow. Our Queen of the North is from Norway and the video Runaway was shot around where she lives. So please react to Runaway kzbin.info/www/bejne/mpCrnYOYpLGFgpo

[@petercarter3981]

Another Norway beautiful voice very Enya, but Angelina Jordan is still the queen

[@christian53050]

Yes, stopping is very disruptive to the flow and emotion.To really listen/pay attention to music these days is sadly uncommon. Much is lost...I like your introspective commentary.

[@reverbva]

“...an image of her in the snow in mountain country...” You just perfectly nailed who she is. 😂 I haven’t read the rest of the comments to see if anyone has already mentioned she is from Norway.