WE REACT TO UNLEASH THE ARCHERS: TONIGHT WE RIDE - HER VOICE!!

[@AllFather32]

I gotta say my hairs stood up on end when I heard her first start to sing. You guys have exposed me to an amazing number of musical artists/bands. Thank you so much!

[@nemnafein7100]

Britney slays and the guys are so talented. Cleanse the bloodlines, Abyss, and so many others are bangers. Excited for you gentlemen to react to more.

[@stevecork7574]

1,000,000x YES!

[@nathanhexem]

I think Northwest passage should be the next one for a different feel in that track

[@Harbor-S]

@@nathanhexem I don't disagree with either. I'll tell them that one for the next one! Lol!

[@jamescurfman3284]

@@Harbor-S Thank you so much for directing the guys to this epic MV! This reaction was incredible and had me chuckling. All thanks to you. :)

[@Harbor-S]

@@jamescurfman3284 awe, most welcome!!! Always happy to share great music! It may take them a little time to get to some of them, but it's always worth it when they do lol! Their reaction to Awakening was hilarious too haha! I'm, by far, not the only one suggesting UtA to them, so it's a collective effort! I'm still trying to get them to Epica, Ayreon, more Sabaton, more Nightwish, more Spiritbox, and a good many more! I'm trying!!! They get a ton of suggestions and also have the algorithm and numbers to think of to grow their channel, so I more than get them having to shuffle around with bands and genres. I'll keep at it! Thanks James, truly, that's very kind of you! Hope you have a wonderful Wednesday!!!! Rock on, fren, rock on🤘🏻

[@Metal_Auditor]

I'd say that "The Wind that Shapes the Land" is their most epic song, but this one has some insane vocal acrobatics.

[@kymorin6146]

They usually sing this at the end of concert as well. Really speaks to Brittany's vocal stamina!

[@rwxstudio7173]

UTA is one of the few bands that still uses music to tell an epic story on every album. Every song leads into the next that weaves a saga.

[@corinna007]

Dark Sarah is another. The albums are all connected in one long dark fairy tale that Heidi is creating as she goes. It's amazing. And she and Brittney are both such nice people too.

[@kylestaples465]

Floor Jansen of Nightwish,Brittany slayes from UtA, and Tatiana from Jinjer are my top 3 of the decade easily.

[@richardthomas3697]

I’ll recommend Alissa White-Gluz from Arch Enemy as she’s on par with them

[@doncoon3146]

I would go also with Simone Simons from Epica, Melissa Bonnie from Ad Infinitum, and Elize Ryd from Amaranthe

[@magusmelanie828]

I'd like to add Courtney LaPlante of Spiritbox - her voice is unreal

[@Whitedeath24]

FloorJansen killed Nightwish and now that Marko is gone there is no return

[@kylestaples465]

@@Whitedeath24 she brought life back into them and is better than tarja and Annette combined..

[@lkzMini]

I TOLD U u gonna love it. It never gets old. Im in love with UTA since day 1. Brittney is amazing, ye. There is a video where they are in a bar, just after a recital and she goes on stage to do Karaoke. Casual. lol

[@REJ-hj5kn]

Morning guys! This band is TOTALLY RICE! I have waited so long for you guys to listen to them, I wanted to see Kyles reaction so bad! I would recommend Dreamcrusher by them next!!! No video, but 10000% worth it, and a bit of a different feel you were looking for! Keep up the amazing work guys, it’s always a pleasure ❤

[@hollow5569]

Been listening to this band for a few years now. Always good to see them getting some much needed exposure.

[@Failtasmagoria]

Been waiting for this one... Tonight We Ride the Ryker Road baby! There's a reason she's called Brittney Slayes

[@METALOZON]

The rice part almost killed me.

[@Flagg795]

This band is so talented & deserves so much more recognition.

[@marionpoliquin5102]

UtA is a very technical power metal band. You will find a great variety of sounds across their albums. I recommend pretty much any of their music videos. You can even give a try to their synthwave version of False Walls titled Falsewave, it's awesome. Some might even say it's rice!

[@P3rm4frost]

I love your best friends chemistry :D you're so fun guys

[@forevernyt]

Oh no, they have a lot of variety. Abyss, Cleanse The Bloodlines, General of the Dark Army, Faster Than Light, Legacy all awesome top notch songs.

[@satuhamalainen8903]

I love this band!! More, please!! And then Spiritbox!

[@johnmartin9854]

Rice on Kyle!!👍🏻🤣🤣🤣🤣 Awesome reaction, I was lmfao at the end. Made my day!!

[@justinchristoph3725]

I wish Napalm Records would have a big party where many of the bands on the label would show up, including Brittany and Unleash the Archers. I think many of the other bands there would be telling them "I've wanted to meet you guys for a while now".

[@TUBBYMAXX]

Awesome react !!!😆 More "newer" vids..(from Awakening on). "Cleanse the Bloodlines" "Abyss" "Soulbound" "Faster than Light" "Legacy" All are outstanding ! A couple older ones of note "General of the Dark Army" "Northwest Passage" This Band is beyond talented.... these suggestions are just for vid content.... there is just as good or even better content filling the rest of the Album they are on.... so far (in my ears anyway) is "The Wind that Shapes the Land" (no vid but man that song is incredible, as it pertains to the story) If you didn't know,, Apex + Abyss are a 2 album story, sorry if you already knew this... anyway Cheers !!! Hope to see more UTA !!!

[@jsoper979]

If you want to hear her featured with another great power metal band, try Burn It Down (with fire) by Lords of the Trident. She has some INSANE highs in that one.

[@johnpagniello2178]

Hahaha ...."I can do that"...Hold my Decanter!

[@dwaynebrietzke]

They played this song on their tour they did last year. You can prob find vids of it on here. She still has no problem hitting those notes.

[@JoAnn69BC]

Hahaha...what in the name...is Eric drinking out of a decanter🤣. Great reaction. Thanks🤘🏽💥

[@MoreBatteries]

Damn Eric you really honestly put this into perspective for me.. Like I'm honestly...I paused the video @3:28 and reflected on that. Could not have said it better myself.

[@stevendeslauriers1369]

So, she's just as insane live :P Love the energy you guys! If you've never seen it before, I'd love to see you react to Batmetal (and the 2 sequels!)

[@drewrice4500]

Incidentally, strong kudos for Mr. Bean in the background. My favorite physical comic, hands down. Brittney Slays is absolutely one of the best vocalists I have heard from any era of metal, and each musician is masterful.

[@MoreBatteries]

Just keep swimming, just keep swimming towards Vinnie Paz - Is Happiness Just A Word. Just keep swimming, just keep swimming. ;) Thanks for being a part of my every day! Love you guys!

[@rykerroadMOM3123]

Hey Batteries! 👋👍💜

[@MoreBatteries]

@@rykerroadMOM3123 Hey favorite internet mom! Sending digital hugs! 🤗

[@rykerroadMOM3123]

@@MoreBatteries Awwww, Ditto Babes! 🤗

[@jamescurfman3284]

There are people who (jokingly) have suggested that Brit is the reincarnation of Ronnie James Dio with a voice like hers. Or that she would be one of his kids or something. She has THAT sound. I can't completely disagree. Maybe the two singers could be related somehow from way back when. She is Canadian so it is not completely impossible that they share some lineage. OMFG, I LOVE that you did not edit that part out! This is hysterical, it's really a lot of fun to see you both laugh so hard that you cried! Good lord what a tension-breaker! Happy Holidays, guys. :D

[@LibertySpam]

Greatest Metal Vocalist IMO, the band is easily my favorite Power Metal group too. I can't get enough of them. Scott is such an incredible drummer to be able to keep up with everything going on.....

[@chris-fc9im]

This album, the one b4 and the two after are ALL TIME AWSOME.

[@buzzzkilll80]

I need that shirt! RICE!

[@DangerousDan666]

next you should check out Time Stands Still from them, still a different feel and the vocals are awesome one of my other favorite is - Cleanse the Bloodlines this is Totally Rice Guys!!! (cried laughing 🤣)

[@almuramoo5554]

Awakenig 2017, Tonight we ride 2015... Maybe you could do "Faster than light" 2020 next? There are so many good UtA songs, u can choose any random UtA song and u want be disappointed... Stay safe and greetz from Germany

[@13Nagash13]

next up is clense the bloodlines. awakening was about the matriarch awakening an immortal to start her quest to immotality herself. clense the bloodlines is the matriarch sending the immortal out to kill her sons and bring back their hearts for the ritual. the video is shot out in the snow, full costumes, looks great.

[@punkskaterpizza]

Test Your Metal she goes so high though! And it doesn't get enough love

[@jnovak1278]

Quality music discussion and laughter? Count me in. You guys are winning!

[@nathanhexem]

Glad to see you guys enjoy UTA. I had a feeling you would there a number of ways to go with them their newest album is really rice….. I mean nice. But glad to see you guys enjoy

[@Abaddonthedispoiler]

Kyles reaction vs Erics reaction in the beginning is just amazing.

[@MrBlakeD82]

Watching Kyle's reaction to Britney is just wonderful. This whole band is amazing. If you guys haven't yet, you should check out their cover of "Northwest Passage."

[@Ishgrath]

The smile and the whole of Eric in this video gonna get me threw this week alone =) Absolutely love the channel guys

[@reactionsaccount3955]

You should react to Brittney singing Queen Of The Reich at a karaoke bar to really see what she can do even with no artifices.

[@seanbarrett3224]

I'll second that

[@CantankerousDave]

After just having sung a full show.

[@almuramoo5554]

IMMORTAL IS MORE THAN A NAME! TONIGHT WE RIDE Hold on to this moment for all time, this is the night we ride I hear them calling our name Raising the flag and fuelling the flame I'll find my destination; don't tell me where to go I won't give in this time, feel the power Not this time, scream it louder Voyage o'er the mountains and wastelands Far beyond the sea lies fortune No regrets, just live for the fight Renounce your precious lives and ride Take hold of your steel chariot; though ours is gone, lives on Rise to the challenge or fall Nothing will hinder our rise to the call We'll find our destination, can't tell us where to go We won't give in this time, feed the hunger Not this time, growing stronger Voyage o'er the mountains and wastelands Far beyond the sea lies fortune We'll find our destination; let's go! Voyage o'er the mountains and wastelands Far beyond the sea lies fortune Fly, redeem tonight Destroy, renounce your precious lives and ride Ride

[@stevecork7574]

Rice, that was great reaction!

[@rykerroadMOM3123]

🤣🤣

[@craigmccuistian]

Please do Legacy. It’s more of a power ballad than these last 2. Also Test your Metal which is more of a stand-alone bar banger! Those would be my next choices.

[@laconic_man6219]

Funny that you mention an operatic style, you should look up, or possibly react to, Power Metal Opera Battles #4 by Lords of the Trident.

[@vulture_of_life9274]

CLEANSE THE BLOODLINES, is my personal favorite from Unleash The Archers.

[@waynecorder7675]

One of my favorite vids for sure I built an rc airplane with the Matriarch as the pilot AKA Brittney Slays 😆

[@rheklas1]

Their album Abyss is a concept album where the where it tells the story of "The Immortal" who is summoned by an evil witch, each song being the next step in the journey. The whole album is super good and absolutely worth a listen.

[@antivanti]

The story starts in the previous album Apex so if you want the full story that's where you gotta start 🙂

[@rheklas1]

@@antivanti Ya know, I absolutely meant to write Apex (it is the better album IMO) and my mind was racing ahead about the continuation of the story in Abyss. Thanks for correcting it!

[@jaysmith5035]

So to jump to the newer sound, check out Soulbound off their latest Juno-winning album -Abyss. It's a 10 rice outta 10. They add some synth, improve the mix, and fit in more melody than a warehouse-pack of Rice a Roni.

[@jeffhall2411]

Gotta check her out on the Ayreon album Star one.. the sings the terminator song.. Fate of Man

[@Spunky62]

I THOUGHT this was LILIAC at first! If you haven't heard them, yall should DEFINITELY check them out! YOUNG family band that are 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🙅‍♀️ Made my morning,, AGAIN! 👏👏👏👏👏🤪✌️❤️🔥🎶☕️ I give the song...10 grains!🤭🤣🤣🤣🤷‍♀️

[@Serasu33]

I immediately had to check the store of an It's Rice! shirt but struck out lol

[@MarLin67]

Awesome reaction as always! And is it safe to say that Unleash The Archers did rice to the occation? 😂😂

[@IsakAidee]

Funny you noticed the Mad Max influences. I made a music video with clips from both their music video and from the movie, to make it look like an official video x) The band saw it and thought it was "rad!" Best compliment ever haha

[@winstonoelkers8376]

Check out General of the Dark Army by them. So much vocal dynamic, insane camera tricks, and a story video.

[@di0__0ib]

I swear I hear a bit of King Diamond in those really high notes. This is a good thing. It's completely badass is what it is.

[@LibertySpam]

Great comparison

[@triangleman1990]

+1 to Cleanse The Bloodlines! Another epic song, with an extremely *rice* music video.

[@recurrencetheorem4264]

SOULBOUND is a must (official video); unless you want to hear the epic title track APEX (official audio)

[@recurrencetheorem4264]

Cleanse the Bloodlines is also great (official video)

[@GARBZ83]

Jinjer and Unleash the Archers by far are some of my favorite modern Metal bands

[@BarbieWolfx]

I always love Kyle fangirling! 😂

[@theidajawho]

How Rice can you get RIGHT! "Abyss" ^ Cleanse The Bloodlines" keeps with the pace here, or try out some Canadian Folk music brought to Power Metal Greatness with "Northwest Passage". Fun to watch you guys, anyone else want sushi?

[@ravagercarnifex3168]

Female power metal singers are a blessing.

[@andoobs2]

now you're beginning to get an idea of Brittney's range ;) want to hear her go even higher still? listen to "time stands still" .. or if you're just in the mood for an absolute banger listen to Abyss!

[@liabowden8526]

Want something unexpected from them? Legacy. It's one of my favorites of theirs. I really like singing along with that one... but I really gotta put effort in for a couple parts, lol. Definitely don't always hit *those* notes!😅🤦‍♀️🤷‍♀️ It's calmer, but still full of energy. Idk, I just love it.

[@punkskaterpizza]

I pray and hope you guys get to watch and listen to Test Your Metal because HOLY GOD is it good

[@MisterMogzey]

They're amazing! If you want to hear other sounds from them, Cleanse the Bloodlines, Apex, and Legacy have a bit more of a variety. They definitely have a sound, but they are by no means just sticking to what works.

[@PittDaddy]

Brittney is so incredibly good. Her highs are so clean. She's probably one of the best singers out there. Others have mentioned the go-to songs from their catalog. There is a video of her doing Karaoke singing Queen of the Reich in Edinburgh after a show that will blow you away. If you're interested in hearing more great power/thrash metal, listen to Lovebites, an all-female band from Japan. Their guitar playing exceeds even Grant's. Their song "Set the World on Fire" is a great place to start.

[@jamescurfman3284]

I was looking for this comment. Apparently, on top of having just come off stage at a show, Brit was also half-drunk during that karaoke performance! Her vocal endurance is just off the charts!

[@malakian1221]

Absolutely RICE! =D =D =D =D Thank you for that! =D

[@jonathanconnor7401]

Love it! So, inevitably you will need to get to Nightwish (I didn't see them in your video list. Pardon me if I missed it). Symphonic metal is a whole different animal, and Nightwish brings everything from heavy to ballads. Ghost Love Score is the gateway drug and a rite of passage, but I think you'll enjoy it and then definitely enjoy Romanticide and some of their other music. Cheers!

[@jonathanconnor7401]

Edit: I just saw your Storytime reaction. Scratch my previous comment.

[@alfredh3071]

Like how you guys are having fun with this. Has anyone noticed how stunning Britney looks in this video? It’s not fair to look this good and completely rip out your brain, shake it up, and slam it back into your head.

[@AusTxMale]

I love all of their music, but my favorite music video by far is "Faster Than Light."

[@truellaksala]

Fantastic song and reaction! Thank you for your content. It’s RICE!

[@waynecorder7675]

Rice on! Great reaction to this awesome band 😎 Brittney Slays vocal talent is so epic not only in UTA but all of her collaborations as well. Dive into this rabbit hole you will not be disappointed I just subscribed sorry I missed the last one you guys had me laughing my ass off. Keep on rocking 🤘

[@NateBatts02]

They are def RICE, that being said. You guys are fun to watch and awesome to see you guys laughing. keep up the good work

[@HistoryBuff]

I did an interview with Brittney about a year ago. Best hour of my life!! You wouldn't believe how much of a nerd she is!!

[@sccrash3938]

That was Rice! 👍

[@MythicFool]

The album version of the song has an amazing bass solo after Grant's and Andy's guitar solos that was cut from the video version.

[@thomasharemaker2617]

Northwest passsage and soul bound are amazing songs they have done.

[@PsycHoOone]

3:28 in, heard Opera and Power Metal...go check out Powerwolf - My will be done! :D

[@Mongo59]

Love this band ! You might also like UTA's Test your Metal and Faster than Light .

[@amygoodson-catlady]

Have y'all had your mind blown by Tommy Johansson yet? (Yes, the guitarist in Sabaton) check out his channel, specifically, his cover of Green Day's Basketcase (w a surprise melody mash-up)! ..and wait til you hear his vocal chops! He's also doing 24 days of power metal Christmas songs...that are all just different enough not to be repetitive. Try All Alone For Christmas (Home Alone soundtrack)...an outstanding performance and simply a good song.

[@regor5150]

Not taking ANYTHING away from Brittney, because she's a vocal powerhouse. But if you wanna hear more insane vocal skills in the highest registers, you guys should watch "Angel in Black" by Primal Fear. Don't have glass nearby, cuz it might shatter 🤘🏻🤪🤘🏻

[@rykerroadMOM3123]

Okay, well . . . I'll never be able to fix Rice again without cracking up! 😂😂💜 This song and reaction was just what I needed after work 😚🥰 🤘

[@samcrorie]

Definitely check out The Abyss also. They're telling a story across multiple albums. They just put out a new song called Green Glass. Id love to see more UTA reactions

[@roy19491]

opera, and classical music, is just heavy metal without electricity

[@MooreCEJr]

Great reaction brothers. Now look up and react to Brittney Slayes Does Opera - Brindisi Fun fact: The drummer in this video is playing/banging on Jerry cans.

[@murderhobo4964]

Another great reaction. Waiting "patiently" for more Jinjer....

[@jeffwellman8347]

Please, Please, Please. I recommend "Who is Gonna be the One" (Live, Napalm Records)

[@doomflipper1973]

"You turned on to Ricer Road "

[@andrewfortenbacher1176]

One of the most metal (and RICE) things I've ever heard...whips, chains, and yo-yos!

[@MattPhizzle]

She growls in Soulbound! Faster Than Light is another good one. Cleanse the Bloodline too.

[@koga1419]

Death Metal girl band CRYPTA deserves a reaction

[@lillihartman9802]

Unleash the Archers are power metal, Also Brittney can sing operatic ps I saw them live last year in Seattle and they were absolutely incredible she sang this even higher it was them and 4 opening bands

[@theapatheticcontrarian]

Kyle said rice with such confidence 😂😂

[@marcygambino1975]

And what one have to consider: she does these incredible things Live. Trust me, i've seen it. It's simply mindblowing. React on 'Test your Metal' ... glorious.

[@MisterJ56]

More of Brittney Slayes in the 2022 project of STAR ONE's "Revel in Time" by the Dutch producer/instrumentalist Arjen Lucassen with the song *_”Fate of Man”_* : kzbin.info/www/bejne/rJ-agWali7Khr9U&ab_channel=InsideOutMusicTV (Brittney Slayes (Unleash the Archers) and Michael Romeo (Symphony X))

[@sudman6251]

The newer album is just different. Abyss, Legacy, Faster than Light ect… 🤘

[@chernobyl68]

If you guys like the operatic aspect of this metal, you might give a listen to the band Within Temptation. Their lead singer Sharon Den Adel is another strong female vocalist. Check out their songs The Howling, Sinead, Shed My Skin, Entertain You, as some suggestions. They're absolutely amazing

[@michaelgrube8466]

New to the channel....please continue to review UTA....the farther you go with them...the more gems you will uncover...but my fav part of the video was "RICE" and yall's fallout....thank you for keeping that part in lmao

[@escottclevengerSB2024]

Looks like Sloan from "Ferris Bueler's Day Off" (Mia Sara) but WAILS like Bruce Dickenson in his prime! This woman is unstoppable! They have a good, fresh take on power metal. Putting in the layers and the growls towards the end there was nice. If you want to "change it up" with UTA, look into "Northwest Passage."

[@DonHoshi]

Britney Slays have such an awesome voice and the Band is really tight. My personal all time favorite is "Cleanse the bloodlines", but there are sooo many amazing songs =)

[@crisspetersen5506]

I've been waiting for this one!

[@amandalockwood4403]

Insta-goosebumps!!!! where the hell have I been with this?????? Rice 🤣🤣🤣🤣☠☠☠☠