SLEEP TOKEN REACTION | ALKALINE | MR TORRES REACTS

[@DanSkinny]

“I’ve been waiting for a sound like this” “What. Is. This?” That’s how you know you’ve found the right band.

[@TheOneLTReacts]

Exactly! I’ve obsessed over this song since I shot this reaction! They’re so good!!!

[@genesayshi607]

@@TheOneLTReacts That doesn't really stop! I've been obsessed with this band since I found them too. They quickly became my favorite group.

[@tonyris4621]

I have an unhealthy obsession with this track and this band... just from another world the entire band is.. I moved onto Chokehold from this track, and the same obsession applied, and hasn't subtracted from this one haha!! omg... best. PS - this was a great reaction! Im impressed on how much you pick up on, first spin of a track!

[@UnXplainable1]

Oh yeah, he’s in. I know that look too well. Welcome. Worship. Edit: to understand this song, and actually all their songs, knowing the lore helps connect some dots. Sleep Token are united in their worship of a deity called only Sleep (as the true name is beyond the capabilities of human language), who appeared to the lead singer (Vessel) in a dream. I know, I know - but follow me here. Their lyrics are genius in that, on one hand, they’re general enough to be related to by anyone listening, and on the other, they’re specific enough to interpret them as an offering to Sleep. You’ll find this throughout their catalog and in titles, like The Offering, The Summoning, etc. Vessel’s relationship with Sleep is at times oppositional, at times loving, at times obsessive, and at times heartbreaking, which you’ll find in the complexity of the lyrics - but again, to me, the true genius is that they’re written in a way that allows the listener to draw their own meaning from the words. Who among us hasn’t met someone who immediately and forever changed our lives (It’s too late for me now, I am altered), or been the source of such complex emotions that they’re completely indescribable (She’s not acid nor alkaline, yada, yada)? Sleep Token are the total package. Oh, and make The Summoning or Vore a priority if you’re looking for growls.

[@TheOneLTReacts]

Thanks for the connections! I must admit, I'm not into the whole worship thing... but I'm in on the music and I respect the idea, concept or belief. I'm also in for the storytelling.

[@UnXplainable1]

@@TheOneLTReacts I hear you. I couldn’t care less about it myself, even though I know way too much about it clearly. When the product is so good that it completely overshadows all the ancillary stuff, heck, you can tell me any story you want because I’m here for whatever as long as I connect with the music.

[@TheOneLTReacts]

Oh… the product is good alright!!!!

[@KCsFunHouse]

Probably the best quick synopsis of the lore I’ve seen! Worship!

[@kakkycoasties8670]

@@TheOneLTReacts yeah, the worship thing kinda cringe, but this band is fire

[@amiyourcharm]

The biggest problem with new releases from this band is people don’t or don’t know to go back in the catalogue. Everything is amazing. Worship!

[@KCsFunHouse]

That’s how they find the old catalog! Worship

[@thepickleorian5522]

The consistent display of genre swapping is incredible and a big part of what makes them amazing. We gotta have a little of everything to appreciate their creative range. The old guard knows the vibes. Worship

[@Hoganply]

Researching them after my first track of theirs (The Summoning), I came across Alkaline, and it hit as well as I'd hoped.

[@SIR_K_Daddy]

My first time hearing them was TMBTE but then I went back and listened to everything else. It's a magnificent rabbit hole to be stuck in for the past 9 months.

[@jessicashelton873]

Hopefully they do what I did, and found early that they’re connected, and best in order. lol cause it really did have so many more feels when I went back and listened to them chronologically.

[@sevenjets]

This song & video got me into ST. I listened & watched it probably 20 times and was just in awe, mesmerized. Then I went through the whole catalog, lyrics, and videos and bought everything that was for sale. Am I obsessed? Yes. How can you not be? The voice, the production, the lyrics, the drums, the bass & guitar, keyboards, constantly changing genres (even within a song) ... it is absolute perfection and hits all the right spots. I even bought professional headphones so that I wouldn't miss anything. And let me tell you, it was so worth it. Eargasms are a real thing. 😛

[@JohnathanWestMusic]

Welcome to what is no longer the best kept secret in music. Don't stop here. Keep digging.

[@TheOneLTReacts]

I will dig deeper

[@maaax2105]

actually my first time checking em out as well, i kinda ignored the hype but im glad im finally here lol

[@TheOneLTReacts]

I'm the same way, I hate watching shows or listening to artists when there is a lot of hype about them because in some cases, it isn't worth the hype. I really like Sleep Token's sound!

[@jessicashelton873]

I just found this video, but I found Sleep Token years ago, and the way you’re reacting is EXACTLY how I did.

[@TWICESEVERED]

Welcome in! Worship. 🙏

[@TheOneLTReacts]

Happy to be here!

[@ex0gen-]

Watch their live videos. They have 3 girls on the stage as background harmony singers this band is so amazing

[@TobiiRheaStarr]

They’re just so good! Love the lyrics In this one 🖤

[@joelshah-rao3010]

Bro you have struck reaction gold, your insight to rock, rhythm and song writing plus genre bending of Sleep Token will bring in some views. Love your enegry, here for more!

[@DJ_PROMO_PR]

You are the best reactor to express and "decipher" the Sleep Token sound structures.

[@Runeforged]

First off this was a fantastic and informative reaction. You’re obviously musically educated can I ask your history in the music biz? You and fairy voice mother are the two best reactors.

[@TheOneLTReacts]

Thank you! I have no formal education except for trumpet in high school marching band. I am a third gen musician in my family. Self taught mostly, my real education was locking myself in my room as a kid and diving deep into music. Paying close attention to everything I would hear. I appreciate you watching, I’m glad you enjoy the reactions

[@Runeforged]

@@TheOneLTReacts Ah I see. That paying attention and then making videos to show others a deeper/more detailed way to experience music is a blessing man. I’m sure I am not the only one who appreciates it. Anyways I am subbed and dubbed looking forward to more. Take care!

[@TheOneLTReacts]

Thank you so much! Welcome to the channel! Do you have a favorite Sleep Token song?

[@Runeforged]

@@TheOneLTReacts It’s really hard to pick an absolute fav. I got 3 favs lol. Vore, Take me back to Eden and Vessel’s solo performance of Bloodsport. They don’t have a bad song man it’s pretty damn amazing. What are your favorites? Oh btw if you get the time Bloodsport is beautiful :)

[@KCsFunHouse]

Saw your shirt on the Alkaline lyrics and had to come find this! The lyrics while they seem simple are so complex in their description

[@TheOneLTReacts]

I have been digging into the songs I've reacted to for the last month and I can't get over how much I keep uncovering! Lyrically, Musically and energetically. It's ALL great!

[@cylershaw7701]

I love how much you enjoyed that. Makes me happy when I see someone discover this band. The reactions. Are always different from individual to individual.

[@TheOneLTReacts]

Glad you enjoyed! I can see different people appreciate different sections of music depending on how they feel about the music and how technical they want to get. That's awesome!

[@kustomkure]

man, you gotta do the whole album like RIGHT NOW

[@Dilly-Winkus]

Fantastic band, you should check out more asap! They recently released five singles for their upcoming album titled "Take Me Back to Eden", I'd recommend starting with the songs in order of their release, so start with "Chokehold" and follow that up with "The Summoning" -- you'll be glad you did! Super excited to see you're checking out Sleep Token!!

[@UnXplainable1]

I second all this 👆

[@TheOneLTReacts]

I'm setting up to film the Chokehold reaction RIGHT NOW! I am excited!

[@ak-qs9ni]

great commentary! i'll vouch as well although when discovering a new band i like starting from the roots and working up to the beginning. is say next try. Jaws... The Offering... then skip to The Suffering... Granite... and help yourself to whatever in between

[@ChrispyBacon2234]

this was your introduction to Sleep Token? If so, I'm glad to know I wasn't the only one pulling faces.. all though I started with "The Night Does Not Belong to God" and that song has a live video from a cell phone that somehow even in that quality sounds amazing.. This band is something else and I love that I can be a witness to it, I'm glad it's in my timeline

[@JustGerryNow]

"This is what I've been looking for." Exactly my feelings when I first heard Sleep Token earlier this year. I feel like I've been looking for music that scratches a VERY SPECIFIC ITCH and makes me feel A VERY SPECIFIC WAY and have been ALMOST THERE with a lot of bands, and then Sleep Token came in SWINGING at the beginning of the year with the new singles like... this is IT. this is EXACTLY what I've been craving with music. I 100% agree with all recommendations. If you're looking for growls and/or screams: -Hypnosis -The Offering -The Summoning -Vore I'll recommend Gods even tho I don't like the song bc he IS yelling in it, it's just... not my fave haha

[@TheOneLTReacts]

That is THE BEST way to describe them! A band that scratches a VERY SPECIFIC ITCH! Like when you ask someone to scratch your back and they get that spot you haven’t been able to reach on your own! EXACTLY!!!!!

[@bigpapahorchata]

Praise brutha! Praise!

[@majones117]

I took a while to first listen to Sleep Token because I was looking for something with really harsh vocals at the time. When I was finally in the mood for something clean sounding, I listened to them. I haven't looked back since.

[@heatherofcrushyleaves0717]

He's singing about a woman who's giving him vibes and he's into it and hypertensive about how he involves himself with her.

[@idontknow-vq9hu]

Sleep Token - The Summoning Sleep Token - The Offering Sleep Token - Hypnosis Sleep Token - Alkaline Sleep Token - The Love You Want Sleep Token - Bloodsport (from the room below) If you start with these, which are their biggest hits, you'll have a good introduction to how awesome they are but not the full scope of their versatility. I strongly suggest delving into their catalogue.

[@TheOneLTReacts]

Okay the summoning is next!

[@Siendorf]

just found you while going on my take me back to eden album reactions. love your style of reactions ....

[@TheOneLTReacts]

Thanks! Hope you can join us for future vids! I’m working on something special!

[@Siendorf]

@@TheOneLTReacts oh I subscribed so bring it on!!

[@marlucresencia1744]

try hypnosis, the offering, dark signs, jaws and aqua regia!

[@HannaGhost]

You're a delight to watch, the pure joy in it all. Try the artist Ren!

[@pilarfernandez5621]

¡La pura alegría!

[@rockertothecore]

Bro. Production is on point. Fantastic work!

[@TheOneLTReacts]

Appreciate it! It makes the time that goes into it worth it!

[@_.gray._]

It's always a joy to come across someone who knows how to properly appreciate the music in detail like you do here - and you've found the perfect band to do it as well. I've been a huge fan of them since their track 'The Love You Want' came out, and they've completely changed the way I listen to music. I saw that you're planning to react to Chokehold in another comment; I highly recommend checking out both versions of their song Blood Sport, starting with the album version (I have a feeling you'll get a kick out of the From the Room Below version). A quick heads up: Vessel (the singer) rarely uses harsh vocals. The only songs they have that include screaming are The Offering, Gods, Higher, Hypnosis, High Water, The Summoning, and Vore. Most of them are just one or two lines, but Gods and their more recent works (The Summoning and Vore) feature harsh vocals more prominently. I tell everyone this in order to remove expectations from new potential fans: Sleep Token aren't a metal band, they just do it really well. I think you'll have a blast getting into them if you liked this; have fun! Worship.

[@KieronDSFX]

Defo should do some of their earlier stuff first, then go to their newer tracks 👍 Most of all, #WORSHIP

[@TheOneLTReacts]

I'm getting ready to film the Chokehold reaction right now!

[@lindarose907]

You should watch the covers by Will Ramos of Lorna Shore as well as the reaction to sleep token by Will Ramos and the charismatic voice, they do a nice breakdown.

[@heatherofcrushyleaves0717]

You have to decifer some of the message in this eventually. It'll help.

[@meganray9429]

“What is talking about?” Maybe listen to the song

[@florida2407]

Musicians listen to the composition of instruments not really what vocals are saying