ROADIE REACTIONS | Arch Enemy - "Handshake With Hell"

New single. New album announcement. And one of the rare times Alissa White-Gluz utilizes clean vocals in an Arch Enemy song. In this video we do a light break down of gear, discuss video production, special effects, audio production, and how I may have a new all time favorite guitar duo...
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Band: Arch Enemy
From: Halmstad, Halland, Sweden
Label: Century Media Records
Year Formed: 1995
Genre: Melodic Death Metal
For Fans Of: Children of Bodom, Dark Tranquility, In Flames, Amon Amarth
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"ARCH ENEMY - Handshake With Hell (OFFICIAL VIDEO)"
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[@theearthrexden]

Finally clean vocals from Alyssa, she not only has the voice of the devil but also the voice of an angel!

[@charliethetraveller]

But here, it's more like a warrior freaking angel

[@kaygeehimself9027]

Hah! The question is, which is which? ;-)

[@wavedark7842]

This song is fucking AWESOME I Love Arch Enemy. by the way I love your reaction

[@WoWsadistic]

How can people not like this..... Its AWESOME

[@ThorsHammer88]

It’s by far my favorite of the singles. I love the clean vocals.

[@ladislaualbert2807]

Thanks Tank, great analysis and reaction as always!! I generally avoid purely harsh vocals (regardless of the insane instrumental talent- like with Arch Enemy). But, if there is a decent smattering of clean vocals - like with Epica and Fear Factory- I can definitely dig it. This song will be added to my playlist for sure.

[@RIPJimmyA7X]

I read an interview where Alyssa said she didn't want to step on the toes of old arch enemy and Angela fans and so she chose to just do harsh vocals. It was actually Angela herself that's tried to talk her into using her amazing cleans. Also I had the same reaction the moment I heard her cleans, definitely got a little emotional.

[@AHVENAN]

I am shocked by how long the hat stayed on in this one, When I first heard this song, i was headbanging like a maniac within 5 seconds of that main riff kicking in!

[@chucky9930]

Agreed Jeff and Michael are perfectly insane combo amazing, this album is going to hit like a train . LETS GOOOOOO🤘

[@kiky2232]

I do not think it's a train,more likely it is fcking asteroid!And i am in collision path with zero chance for avoiding.👌

[@chucky9930]

@@kiky2232 An Asteroid surrounded in Blue Flames☄️

[@kiky2232]

@@chucky9930 yesss lol

[@samoul]

A 1000000p% agree !!

[@BuyTheChicken]

Its almost as good as Mustaine and Friedman...Almost.

[@mclordo]

Ahh North Star of Nija in the Background in the beginning, perfect :)

[@michaellorenz7177]

Alissa's vocals have improved tremendously on this record. I wasn't the biggest fan of her growls, but they are definitely the best she has put on record to date. The whole band sounds amazing.

[@Werdiknight]

There it is. A f*ing masterpiece. One of the greatest compositions of all time. Just magical. Such a f*ing intense atmosphere. Every single second. There are just soooooooooo few songs on THIS level. Goosebumps on goosebumps on goosebumps.

[@RaptorMk2]

This is exactly what I was expecting when AWG and Loomis joined Arch Enemy. Alissa isn't Angela, but that ain't a bad thing. She's a phenomenal vocalist who produces her screams and clean vocals spectacularly well. It gives AE the same "Beauty and Beast" dimension that Epica, Nightwish, Delain, and so many other bands have used... But with one singer. A beautiful beast. And you don't even have to be watching to just KNOW when Loomis takes over the solo. His phrasing is great and his picking is so damn articulate, even at breakneck speeds. I'm absolutely excited for this album.

[@rochastyle7235]

The musical combo of all these great musicians has transformed Arch Enemy. It’s straight up God Tier with this band. I can’t wait to jam the whole album too Tank. I thought Angela departing years ago would be the downfall and I’m glad I was wrong because Alissa is a beast. 🤘🤘

[@altrn0]

Angela is manager band.

[@unafflictedgaming]

@@altrn0 band is amazing either way who cares lol

[@matthewmorgan8063]

I absolutely love your take on things and I agree 100% on Alissa and the prowess of Jeff and Michael. My favorite Arch Enemy song to date! Adding the clean vocals has not only changed the dynamic of what they can do musically, they now have the ability to gain a whole new audience of people who dig metal but just can't get behind all harsh vocals. If they can mix in more of this, it will be the most successful album of their career! So many people in metal circles say that it has to be this way or that way because that kind of metal is not like this kind of metal and there are rules to define genres. Here's the thing, real art has no rules. Sometimes musicians remember this and that is when you get songs like this one!

[@seanofarrell8896]

The cleans are very good alissa's cleans sound like power metal something from UTA. Just a train of thought

[@pinkfluffypandicornblub2706]

Deceiver, Deceiver already blew me away. With that little black-metal-esque riff it immediately became one of my atleast top 15, maybe top 10 arch enemy songs. Then came House of Mirrors and holy shit... it was soooo fucking catchy... my power metal heart fell already in love with it within the first minute.. since then it is on repeat and already my most listened to song over the past 12 months and definitely a contender when it comes to my favourite Arch Enemy songs ever... And now this... the perfect intro to an album or a live show. like you mentioned.. this last solo part of Amott / Loomis at the end is just orgasmic... again probably one of my favourite AE songs ever. I'm so hyped for July. We might have a real masterpiece ahead of us :)

[@craiggraves6718]

Wow Absolutely fantastic! Right at the top of Arch Enemy's best.

[@dominikac.5506]

I've never been Arch Enemy's fan, I knew only few songs. But when Deceiver, Deceiver came out I decided to check it out and... damn, I loved everthing about it. After this 3rd single I'm fucking obsessed and I can't wait for the full album!

[@kent-oveprestberg3578]

Hands down....their best song so far!. ..Why? Alissa sings partially cleans❤

[@AaronWebsterII]

In an interview from the Will To Power album, Alissa stated it was Michael Amott's decision to use her clean vocals on Reason To Believe. So I'm sure it was the same for this song.

[@TankTheTech]

Nice bit of information! Thanks!

[@Does_not_djent]

That’s the interview. kzbin.info/www/bejne/noeVdGaCfbZ_Y9k

[@Daniel-Deveraux]

Her clean vocals are awesome. Would like to hear more such songs

[@TimoArula]

Few things ... Alissa is using her full potential ! Arch Enemy is evolving ! And I Already pre-ordered mine !!! Nuff Said !!! 🤘😎🤘.

[@plantdesigns7889]

The Charismatic Voice has an interview with Alissa coming up soon. That should be a great watch.

[@anttia4426]

Oh man I didnt want to state this in public, but after you said it I am somewhat proud to claim that I shed a "water in the corner of my eye" when I heard Alissa going for the clean vocals. Dont know why, it's just the way it is. I feel you man! She is the beast and a beauty what comes to vocals and appearance.

[@notdynomonkey]

I did see an interview with Michael and Alissa where he said that her abilities to also sing were opening up writing options they didn't have before. So it sounds like a direction and I fi king love this!!!!

[@TheMaddini]

Completely agree with you Tank! LIstening to ArchEnemy for 16 years now, and with this song they reached a new level!!! And the guitars, OMG ;))

[@ChAoSsARaH]

I love Alissa's clean voice. The mix between cleaner and growl voice is so awesome. That's a breath of fresh air. They should do more of it. The song is my new favourite form Arch Enemy

[@21voltz]

This song is so good. Love her clean vocals. Can’t wait to see them in a couple months

[@GhoulishGrinMedia]

Very happy that Alissa got to use the clean vocals for Arch Enemy. AE I’ve always thought were on par with all the Swedish greats (At The Gates, In Flames, Opeth, Katatonia) and aside from At The Gates they all included clean vocals to some degree. This definitely gives them a new dynamic. Why wouldn’t you utilize her full talents? Great stuff.

[@marcwarrior7811]

True words 😊🤘

[@nathancail7939]

I agree with all this but you forgot Dark Tranquility. Mikael's cleans are second to none.

[@GhoulishGrinMedia]

@@nathancail7939 I absolutely forgot DT and I’m sorry. One of my favorites.

[@jonathangutierrez3862]

Alissa use clean vocal in the song "reason to believe" before But this song blow my mind and I feel extremely energized.

[@Wolf88504]

OH SWEET BABY JESUS... THIS SONG SOLD ME ON THE NEW ALBUM AGAIN BEST CHANNEL FOR DIFFERENT METAL. WE ARE ALL BEEF CASTLES!!

[@dmphax]

Looking forward to seeing your reaction to this Tank, I have a feeling you are about to lose your s*** on this one. I absolutely love this song and can't stop listening to it. :)

[@Metalotic]

This band is just ridiculous and still getting better and better. The musicians are amazing and Alyssa is possibly the best female vocalist in metal. This song has pretty much been on repeat since it came out. Also great reaction video!

[@3WWizard]

I had never really gotten into Arch Enemy before and then I really liked Deceiver Deceiver and then this one is just way more up my alley with the guitar riffs, leads, and solos. Add in the mix of clean vocals and I think this will be the first Arch Enemy album that I will buy. Will also have to check out some of their older stuff.

[@De-M-oN]

Try the official videoclip to "We Will Rise". That one will introduce you quite good to Angela :)

[@jasonbates2687]

The world needs more female rock and metal singers!

[@SOLIDERjee]

This video is in top10 of music videos at the end of the year, one of the best videos in years

[@Voldrani]

I love this progression of AE. Been waiting for Alissa to sing. Now here's to hoping that Jeff just starts tearing the doors off like we know that he really can.

[@djstraylight]

This single just doubled my excitement for the new Arch Enemy album. This year is going to have so much kick ass music! New Sabaton, new Star One from Arjen, new Arch Enemy and probably a new Devin Townsend album too.

[@npinjest7779]

Throw in Halestorm, Amorphis as well... if there is a silver lining to the pandemic, this glut of great releases must be it...

[@momo-no8jb]

Arch Enemy In the 27-year history, this is the song that showed the most change.

[@djstraylight]

The offical video has 10M views. That's amazing. Arch Enemy is killing it.

[@PeTTs0n88]

I gotta say (like Elizabeth) - harsh vocals were never really my thing, but when you've got a singer able to enunciate as well as Alissa when doing harsh, and then switch to absolutely beautiful cleans... it's amazing. And that's not even touching on the powerful sound besides the vocals, yeah this is shaping up to be a great album!

[@neatka7324]

I love this song!!! 🤘😎Greetings from London!

[@pavolridrich3434]

Since I listen mostly to power metal, this is probably my top song from Arch. Can't wait for album. Amazing sound, amazing vocals and whole song is great

[@nadjafreier5757]

Honestly, I've seen so many reaction videos on youtube in general and yours are always the best. It's so much fun watching you actually enjoying the music, headbanging, tearing up and smiling so much that it's simply contagious. Please keep doing it because it spreads so much joy and makes me want to listen to stuff I hadn't even considered before.

[@zhik1945]

Another amazing video Tank. Let's next give a chance to the new video of 🇩🇪German thrash veterans Kreator-Hate Uber Alles/ Hate Above Us All. Get ready for an amazing thrash adventure ...🤘😎🇩🇪

[@arturogatro1686]

What an awesome introduction to this band! Never heard of them before, but I'm an instant fan! That was epic and so much better than the vast majority of "music" being released currently.

[@JanOlofSvensson]

I must admit that I have never been a big fan of Arch Enemy, but this song is great. I love it!!!

[@patrickschardt7724]

That buildup is fucking great. You can just feel they are going to let loose in a moment

[@spencerfrench7998]

Great song!! I absolutely love hearing Alissa doing the cleans. Her voice has so much power and range

[@nordy259]

After these 3 singles I have very high hopes for this album. Been a long time since a band I've followed for 10+ years hasn't disappointed with their most recent album

[@저팔계-u4g]

아치에너미 최고 !!!!! I LOVE Arch Enemy !!! I enjoyed watching the cool new song video! This song is really sensational. I remember when I went to a Korean performance. Be sure to go to the concert! It's best! - Thank You (KR)

[@DoktorANuBiS666]

i knew you would love it dude. i got exactly the same thougts listening to it first time. on the original video i commented this: "Love that oldschool heavy Metal/ thrash Metal parts. Great you Guys are finally taking a step Back from the Classic Arch enemy Sound, your individual Talents are worth to be heared. Theres a Bit much going on Here, but i cant wait for your Future Work! Keep going there.🤘🤘"

[@tombland3779]

I didnt listen to this song purposely waiting for you to do a reaction

[@brucemclaughlin7845]

She is a force of nature. What a performer!

[@Hilariumosis]

First time hearing this song, and AGAIN I´m gonna say it, it seems like with this album they´re really making a statement, coming to rip faces off like I haven´t heard in a while. When it dropped it drops so hard! And then just go full throttle I love it! The energy is sick \m/ AND GOD DAMN IT ALISSA!!! Everything you want from her vocals and the band in a song. A perfect song! Btw that tapping progression at the start of the solo reminds me of how the solo in "ONE" starts just slower. Interesting.

[@benjaminwhitmore9621]

Was hoping for a reaction to this one! Was very pleasantly surprised by Alissa’s cleans.

[@benjaminwhitmore9621]

This is really bringing me back to old school metal which I absolutely love

[@Terrariatutorial666]

Its so epic that you have such feeling with the music :D and have no problem with expressing emotions you get from the songs :D LOVE YOUR REACTIONS

[@YodaMan-420]

her screams and her cleans are both powerful.

[@PamelaAndrea1989]

With the last album she got more imput. You can hear it clearly that she also wrote with them on the new material. I like it that they maken use of her voice. We can hold on to the old version but this is a new era for them. I'm here for it.

[@christinaalgate4899]

Hi Tank Love this song and Alissa's clean vocals. I've Watched it 10times

[@paulkasiola4041]

OMG. This is like my Third listen and each time it gets better and better. Since the first song came out in early October I keep waiting for the next one. 3 songs and 3 different melodies but all signature sound. The power and feelings I get listening to them is what I think we all need. Keep up the great tunes Tank.

[@zarkokaradzin5380]

She did clean vocals on some songs with her old band the Agonist.

[@kowalsolosolo]

I think that Alissa's clean singing in AE was just a matter of time.She sang on previous album but it was only one song.Was it an introduction to something bigger? I think she will use her clean voice A LOT on the upcoming album and I can already see most ardent AE fans cringe and say that this is not a melodic death metal anymore.Well,it isn't.And I am glad the band decided to move on a bit.

[@davidkilby1043]

Agree. I like a mix

[@peterkarargiris4110]

So cool. I can't wait for the album. Alyssa is a metal goddess, and the guys slay too ! Cheers Tank.

[@zchan666]

I needed those clean vocals from Alissa... 🤘🏻

[@fredbarnes2600]

I suspect she's only done one other song with a lot of clean vocals with Arch Enemy because it's what a lot of the long term fans expect. I certainly have heard a lot of that in comments for the song and on reactions. Considering a lot of those people have never got past Angela, she may have just said screw it. Honestly it's one of the first Arch Enemy songs I've ever connected with, and I'm betting there's a lot of other people like that. Dagoba recently had something similar.. I love it screw what other people think. Great reaction!

[@TaverenTech]

Actually, it was Angela (as manager) that encouraged Alyssa to start doing clean vocals too ( I saw this comment online at one of the euro music sites). I think Angela knows that there is a chance to grow the fan base. For me personally, I don't like non-stop harsh vocals. I REALLY like the mix (like Jinjer) a lot. Even 80% harsh with 20% clean is good for me. And I think also that die hard Angela fans will never 100% except Alyssa anyway, and Alyssa fans (like me) will want to hear her clean vocals too with AE..... so AE fanbase gets bigger. With this song I'm now a HUGE AE fan (esp w/ Loomis). Just my $.02.

[@fredbarnes2600]

@@TaverenTech Well I mean Angela did pick her as her replacement in the first place. I think that any time a band evolves in a major way the fans are going to have mixed reactions. Personally I prefer Sammy Hagar to Roth, and Bon Scott to Brian Johnson, go figger. I just think if she can sing clean as well as say Melissa Bonny she ought to, a least a little

[@andrewwilson45]

What in the actual fuck? This track is absolutely on fire 🤘😎 the sound and feel of this is sitting right in my happy place. Arch Enemy is climbing my fave ladder. Cheers brother.

[@Skull-uu3qv]

Thx for this reaction bro I can't wait to see it!🖤🖤🖤

[@Skull-uu3qv]

Ahhh bro not gonna lie I was a little disappointed when u said that u know that there were clean vocals but it's still a banger. Thx again and...see u next time!🖤

[@annat.289]

What a great reaction! This is mind blowing. Just pure love 🖤

[@w3stminst3r]

Great Job, man! You´re totally authentic and professional - love your content. All the best from Germany!

[@Mike_droptv]

As I'm getting quite used to it :D awesome reaction, you took the words right out of my mouth. Alissa's combination of cleans and growls is insanely good and I hope they continue embedding this mix in their upcoming album.

[@johnnyskov79]

My God...It's like listening to early In Flames mixed with some 80's Iron Maiden and a touch of some nice cleans. Very out of the ordinary for Arch Enemy. Looking forward to their album.

[@claymanmmi560]

Yeah the solo in the end sounds like "The Hive" by In Flames

[@Buffaloheart68]

Damn, never realize how much I miss her cleans until I hear them. Blows me away everytime

[@brucecooley70]

These 3 tracks have been so friggin' good. Really looking forward to the album, but looking forward to the tour even more since I'll be getting a ticket to their 4/30 show in Worcester, MA.

[@kennysharp9230]

She reminds me of Izzy Hale so much in this song when she sings with clean vocals. I LOVE it.

[@kjelledbom1728]

i agree the combo of these guitars are fantastic and also more of alyssa singing, will make a new level of the music. And Daniel??? how fucking good is that drummer.

[@mikehawke2172]

Finally Arch Enemy changing things up a bit, the cleans add a whole new dynamic. Hearing growls constantly every song for 25+ years has gotten old.

[@nordy259]

Proud to say I gave no spoilers on my recommendation for this video in your previous comment section

[@JakobStrand]

The guitar tone here is absolutely incredible! This album is gonna be dope

[@rileyxxxx]

does alissa even know how satisfying her clean vocals are to some of the listeners? it could be my favorite band, dont get me wrong, I love growls and especially screams, but an entire song singing in the growling voice was never really my thing. this song was like opening a window for me to get some fresh air. and another sick music performance video.

[@oCHeNee]

Its just the beginning They are evolving so dont miss out on more epic things from ARCH ENEMY ...

[@thommyjacobs8921]

Great reaction! 1st off... love that u pointed out the throwback vibe of this tune. Bro, the entire into is an homage to old school British heavy metal. Next... Alissa FINALLY gets to shine at being a hybrid vocalist. She's a 👹 at clean & aggro vox & hybrid vocalists run the game. And finally... AE, this is how u guys should've brought Alissa in from the beginning. Tank in regards to what u were questioning about that, I'm wondering if Angela being their manager now said something.

[@josuediaz3123]

Let's go! Been waiting for you to tackle this beast. 🤘

[@tommo010]

Best song out of the 3 new singles? Hell this is hands down the best song of the Alissa era in Arch Enemy

[@andrewcarter9649]

Aaaaand pre ordered. It's weird, I've been aware of Arch Enemy for decades, heard loads of their songs and saw them live with Angela but this'll actually be the first album of theirs I've bought.

[@Axe_Slinger]

Alissa had clean vocals on REASON TO BELIEVE from a few years back as well.

[@MADNESS_NH_97]

Since you made a video about the Eskimo Callboy ESC situation, I'd like to suggest a reaction to one of the most fun German acts that ever performed at the ESC. It's the song "Wadde Hadde Dudde Da" by Stefan Raab(who was one of the most famous Late-Night Hosts and Entertainers in Germany, from 1990-2015, who since then works behind the scenes in German Television) from the ESC 2000. He managed to score 5th place, making him one of 3 German acts to manage to score a place in the top 5 in the last 21 years. He also wrote a handful of songs for people that appeared at the ESC, and he also was the initiator for the ESC casting show that led to Lena Meyer-Landrut appearing at the 2010 ESC, which she ended up winning. So he played a pretty big role in the 2000s when it comes to the ESC, and is definitely worth checking out.

[@lauritserfed9800]

Amazing reaction Tank, and i can only agree with you. This really extend the possibility with this band! as far as i've read, the clean vocals were Alissas own idea that she discussed with Amott.

[@MrTree-qx9ii]

Really love your reaction videos. Perfext mix of genuine enthusiastic reaction and well done analysis.

[@per-olaberggren3303]

Awesome reaction man🤘 i hear massive old In Flames influens in all the latest singles. Cant wait for the album.

[@mOOniverse1111]

Yes the cleans are epic! She orchestrates both dynamics well and flows between the harsh and clean. Tati from Jinger is a prime example of this....kudos AE!!!

[@CinderfallGaming]

This is set to be right up there for Album of the Year I reckon.

[@kaddsolutions]

Love the clean vocals from Alyssa for the song Life In The Fast Lane she did on the METAL ALLEGIANCE 'Fallen Heroes' EP

[@GrindAfterDeathFest]

Be killer to see you do a reaction to new Spite track CAVED IN. So much heavy RIP my face!!

[@rayochapin]

My, Mark Levinson Audio System can't get enough of this song. I go for random drives just so I can blast this song. Great reaction my bro.

[@rooster_205]

My favorite song by them so far. This album is gunna be 🔥! 🤘🤘

[@thebuckethatguy]

Great reaction my guy, it’s always a treat to hear what you have to say!

[@Lopick1991]

I love how the guitars catch you up again from the slow parts and shredding your ears to dust.🖤 Btw. I LOVE your reactions.🖤

[@Metal4Life198821]

Little known fact about Alissa is that she once tried out for the short term show ‘Canadian idol’

[@jeffreyt991]

Many great drum fills in this one. Great song.

[@antxoncarbonero]

Super excited! This album is very promising to say the least.

[@meevo9862]

Her cleans are so majestic. Greetings from Austria :D