Unleash The Archers - "The Wind That Shapes The Land" | ROADIE REACTIONS

At the request of Grant, one of the guitarists for Unleash The Archers, I check out "The Wind That Shapes The Land" for the very first time, which is his favorite song on their new album, Abyss. Even though it's an audio only video, I did read along with the lyrics and even added the lyrics in for those of you that watch!
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[@chilly2go]

I wanted to give Grant a huge virtual hug in the interview when he mentioned this song to check out. It is exactly one of those hidden gems in a fantastic album that just makes you grin stupidly when you hear it. An instant favorite of UTA of mine after hearing it. To have Tank check it out was a total treat because I knew he would still find great stuff to talk about and the lyrics video was a really cool bonus. Awesome reaction Tank and thank you to Grant for the suggestion!

[@TankTheTech]

Thanks a bunch, Will! Much appreciated!

[@jonathanhenderson9422]

I'm going to go out on a limb and say this is the best metal song of this century. It's essentially perfect. Certain Opeth tracks might give it a run for its money, but gawdamn this is phenomenal.

[@mrsargecsi]

If any band should be worthy of taking the reigns from Iron Maiden it is definitely UTA. It's just impossible for bands to reach that level of a Iron Maiden or Metallica these days. These guys deserve all the love and support.

[@JohnThornburgh]

so true

[@Mugroar]

@@JohnThornburgh I’ve been saying this myself for the past year! If these guys keep on the trajectory they’ve laid down with Abyss and Apex, they really could be the new Iron Maiden.

[@rickrack4812]

I just listened to an Iron Maiden live concert from 2011, in Chile, UTA is way more sophisticated and better sounding.

[@rickrack4812]

@@Mugroar they already are much better than Iron Maiden ever was

[@iMac9991]

Unleash The Archers, Beast In Black, and Brother Of Metal have been my favs for the past 6+ months and I can't stop listening to them

[@BassTonix]

This song makes me want to equally cry with joy and run through a cement wall.

[@jaysmith5035]

When you finally get a chance to listen to Apex and Abyss in order, this epic battle scene will be elevated even higher for you. To put a story like this over two albums and for the songs to be great AND tell the story is just crazy good.

[@michaeldavid3000]

So true!!!!!

[@seanm6675]

The moment of catharsis, just before that gut-punch hits so hard

[@jayb7775]

That tone switch after the battle is over, kills me every time. So unexpected, yet natural.

[@jacobgammons9098]

"This band is incredibly uniquely special" hit it right on the head good sir!

[@muaddib4329]

god the intro of this song gives me chills everytime. Her vibrato on "long agooooooo" kills me.

[@VirtualMaestro]

I get such huge vibes of Anne Wilson in that intro; she just sounds so incredible.

[@elliottbishop5303]

So true. I've listened to this track more times than I can count and still get emotional when she sings that line.

[@ThaiDaher]

Agreed! Chills 100%

[@UncleDon226]

Unleash the Archers is one of those bands where I hear a song like "Apex" and I think 'This is their best song'. Then I hear "Northwest Passage" and I think 'This is their best song'. Now I am listening to "The Wind that Shapes the Land" and I am thinking 'This is their best song'. These guys just crank out one banger right after another. Just found your channel. Love it- keep it up.

[@TankTheTech]

It’s insane how good at songwriting they are.

[@NapolianSolo]

UTA: Sorry guys, we put out nothing but bangers. Us: Thank you

[@billattercliffe8655]

Both Chase and Elizabeth (Charismatic Voice) have done chats with Brittney and there's a few tidbits that would interest you. She played Rugby all through high school and most of university. How more badass can you be, eh? That really got Chase's attention as both him and Brittney played the same position, scrum half. We could see how it was a struggle for Chase to keep the interview on music and not drift off on a Rugby chat. Brittney writes the story line, the lyrics and the vocal melodies. In Apex and Abyss, the growls from Grant usually represent the Matriarch while Brittney sings the Immortal role. Sometimes Brittney also sings the Matriarch with a noticeable change to a more menacing tone. It's an interesting storyline where the woman is pure evil, with her story sometimes being sung by a man, while the story of the male hero is sung by a woman.

[@jayb7775]

"The storm that raged, is quiet once again." is my favorite line in the UtA catalog.

[@Gary_a_normal_human_being]

Mine is def „Oceans arise at my command“

[@brianalberico9171]

To me, UTA seems to capture everything good from classic rock, and modern metal, without any of the negative attributes that each genre inherently has.

[@nickrzeczkowski9531]

The extra light in the room represents the religious experience one has listening to this song for the first time

[@TankTheTech]

Hahahaha. Great call!

[@christopherscottdempwolf5759]

Haha! Absolutely!

[@Metalencio94]

This band, man. They're special; there's nothing I don't love about them. And I will keep suggesting "Cleanse the Bloodlines", I'm 100% sure you'll like it.

[@geoffspratt3689]

Agree 100% with what you said. I am pretty sure the tight tie in between the lyrics and the music is the nerdy genius of Brittney. It is beyond belief that the band members still have to have day jobs!!

[@praetorxyn]

I must have listened to this song at least a hundred times in the first month I had the album, and it's still the best song they've ever written as far as I'm concerned. Nice to see it finally getting some recognition among reactors.

[@DanUtley]

This is one of the greatest songs I’ve ever heard, period. It is an absolute masterpiece of arrangement, and not just in metal.

[@SaoGage]

@@DanUtley Absolutely this. I can't even comprehend how monumentally incredible this song is.

[@loot5532]

Dude, are you serious? This is one of my favorite songs from them, and I heard recently it was one of Brittney's favorites. I'm super hype, there are so few reactions to their non video songs. So good

[@hansemanuelsson9005]

Apparently it´s everyones favourite. Yours, mine, and the whole of UTA too.

[@loot5532]

@@hansemanuelsson9005 Carry the Flame and Afterlife I actually listen to mre frequently, but this song has such a storyline climax that I was really anticipating

[@s1lentsymphony607]

This reaction had me grinning like an idiot because it is easily my favourite on the album. The way they write these songs, from lyrics to riffs and timing is just on another level. So when you combine that with the fact that they're just genuinely good people? Not hard to see why they've become my favourite band, and i'm so stoked to see them live when all of this insanity is over. I would highly recommend listening to 4 particular tracks one after the other, because there's a connection that a lot of people miss. Earth and Ashes, Legacy, The Wind That Shapes The Land, and Carry The Flame. I think you'll find the connection. Btw, if you ever go back to the full roadie life? I think we know the band you need to be working for.

[@TankTheTech]

I'd tech for these guys in a second. Also wouldn't mind playing bass for em, either. Haha

[@billattercliffe8655]

@@TankTheTech Funny enough, there seems to be a perpetual vacancy at that spot. If you do get the gig, just watch out for this nerdy looking guy with a .45 who does the track & field officiating thing.

[@iplaybass6690]

@@TankTheTech k that would be the dream right?

[@christopherscottdempwolf5759]

Ditto ditto ditto!

[@janihaavisto79]

I bet u wouldn't mind Tank. Their bassist might tho, (and then i realized, I'd fucked up. There's an vacancy all the time. Heh ) 😂🤣

[@davef113]

My grandfather always said that most rock/metal was just noise... I wish he was alive to hear this band.

[@rocioiribe5841]

Every time i hear "and now here we stand face to face" i go oh shit here we go!! 😤💪

[@benjaminrider6351]

It's like an opera where the story is told through the lyrics. The whole album is like that of course but it becomes really clear in the last part. I remember when I first listened to Abyss I couldn't make out most of the words but I could still feel the story!

[@djpuredirt5540]

same! i still can't help but imagine an epic drangon ball z - like fight going on with rocks exploding and huge power ups haha. Song gives me chills every time!

[@Azlatoth]

Meant to add I am so excited that my wife and I, at age 53 btw, are going to see UTA live in Orlando FL in September. It's been a long time since I put tickets to a show on my refrigerator door, but that is exactly where they are.

[@TankTheTech]

Nice!!!

[@jtatro572]

dude, Unleash the archers always makes me teary eyed. So good.

[@infin8reactions]

Being a music reactor means doing the music without videos too mate, fans will still watch 😁👌

[@TankTheTech]

But usually it’d be pointless for the way I do reactions since the whole point is talking about gear and production. This was an exceptional.

[@aaronsirkman8375]

@@TankTheTech True, it makes it harder for you to show the special qualities you specifically bring to the scene; that said, you had plenty of interesting stuff to say regardless, so If you need to do it in the future, I don't think it will be too much of a problem. (P.S. check out more Alestorm and Gloryhammer!)

[@Frikazo1337]

Totally my favorite song from the album. They are f***ing amazing.

[@Runeforged]

When Slayes eases back on her vocals she has a beautiful, haunting voice man. Goosebumps.

[@robcnp6757]

Dude. I saw them tonight, and I cannot express how fucking solid this song is live. Goddamn.

[@TankTheTech]

No way! So jealous!

[@cmaxxen]

Brittney sings about the skies clearing at her command and the sun bursts into the studio...hmm..

[@jayb7775]

This is my favorite song of all-time. I'm not young, or musically naive. And, it took many, many, listens to get there. Even if I'm alone, it's #1 for someone out there.

[@christopherscottdempwolf5759]

Ditto!

[@Metal-Mayhem-Ministry]

This band has proven they may be the best power metal band ever! Andrew's and Grant's guitar playing is out of this world and Scott's drumming is phenomenal, but Brittney's vocals are on a whole different level. I've seen this band live and they deliver nothing short of an incredible performance. Shout out to my favorite band in the world! Unleash The Archers. THIS BAND ROCKS! #UNLEASHTEARCHERSRULEZ 🤘🏻🔥

[@Lumpy_Pickle]

Welcome to the fold Tank. Always makes me happy when I see someone have the "aha" moment and realize the brilliance of UTA. They are a very special band to me and many others. We all need to do our parts to help them get the recognition they so richly deserve.

[@NapolianSolo]

Back a year later to tell you how much I still love this. Takes me back to my first play through of this album. This song still gets the water works going.

[@randyranderson5122]

April 2022. I just bought EVERY UTA CD that I could find! They are truly special 😍😍🤘🤘 EDIT: It's now November, 2022, and I have listened to the story of The Immortal, The Matriarch, Her 4 Sons, and The Grandson: (Apex and Abyss) for 6 months now! SO GOOD!! I can't wait to see what my new Favorite Band does next! This song, "The wind that shapes the land" is PERFECT! (IMHO)🤘

[@mitchmazerolle3168]

I just love coming back to see this reaction. 1400 likes and 1 dislike 6 months after posting. That says everything you need to know.

[@Azlatoth]

Dude I got you brother! The first time I heard this song and she hit that note after she one the battle I had tears in my eyes. Her voice combined with the music hit me straight in the heart!!! Since finding uta I've not been this excited about music since the first time I listened to Iron maiden when I was a teenager.

[@ryanhalien8468]

I’m so happy to hear this was Grants favorite on the album, it’s mine too! When she hits the hook, and belts out “I am the wind that shapes the land” it hits me so hard I love it

[@9999watts]

Love your reaction and I 100% agree of how special this band is. BTW, their album Abyss is nominated for a Juno award(Canadian Grammy) which is so well deserved!!! This album is a masterpiece!!!

[@webcrawler2007]

Give Apex a listen front to back first. Not only will it help in understand the story of the albums, but you get to hear my favorite UTA tune, Apex, to close out the first album. It is truly EPIC

[@ianwest7763]

Tank said this song really elevated UTA for him to another level with how epic this song is. Apex was that song for me. It's not as complex musically in some ways, but the writing was so profoundly epic and really transported me to another world and I got to be a part of the Apex story. Truly incredible writing.

[@benkrapf]

Showing their Maiden influence in this one. Such a great, great song.

[@ZillaFitness]

This band. This song. My God, this band.

[@calebafile4306]

This has gotta be their catchiest, most addictive chorus ever, which is a tough call to make.

[@SingWhileYouMay]

I bet you're itching to find out what lies broken before him. Next song! 😄

[@simonstone7703]

Old school UTA - Test your metal. It’s a banger!

[@senditkevin]

I love Brittney background shrieks she does in that song. They are so good and has a old school feel.

[@andrewcarter1747]

I love UTA, on Apex and Abyss they've managed to cut out the chees factor that normally turns me off from power metal without sacrificing the epicness the genre is famous for. I would be very surprised if the lyrics and music weren't specifically written to sync up like that, when writing a concept album it's very important to get the music to help tell the story, and having listened to a lot of concept albums not everyone can pull it off as well as UTA have. General of the Dark Army is the best early song from UTA for me, has a lot of the epic story telling qualities you get here but not as well polished since it's nearly 10 years old now, and a cool video as well.

[@jayb7775]

I really think they're just getting started, and I'm giddy about what they choose to do.

[@nopeanutjoe]

Iron Maiden was the band who got me into metal. I bought every album and become obsessed for many years. I am having de ja vu with UTA...

[@TeznasGV]

My favorite part of this song is when she hits that high note, a second before she hits it that note fades in lower in the mix and then mixes with her main vocal line. It's just a nice little touch that adds so much.

[@jayb7775]

I don't know how to shut up about this song... it just gets better. Every time.

[@nathesford9701]

I love how preposterously epic of a final showdown this song is for the conflict between the Immortal and the Matriarch. After loving the hell out of Apex and listening to it consistently for 3 years before the release of Abyss finally hearing their battle scene play out in such an over the top and musically intricate fashion is so satisfying. Also, my favorite part about the vocal differences between the characters is that since the Matriarch wasn't responsible for waking the Immortal at the start of this album the harsh vocals representing her don't actually come into play until Return to Me, when she finally realized the Immortal is awake again and is a threat. It's just such a remarkable display of restraint to make sure the story aspect of the album comes through that much stronger.

[@trmn8r677]

Yesss! My FAVORITE song from Apex & Abyss! Yay! 👍🏻🤟🏻🤙🏻

[@trmn8r677]

I can see the battle in my minds eye! The immortal, as the underdog, using the magic he knows to get close enough to grab her (the matriarch). Boulders flying by, etc. GREAT SONG! An all-time favorite!

[@jayb7775]

I've been begging for this so long, that I've lost words to describe it....

[@rabidrhyno7787]

I think the word you were looking for when the music changed after defeating her foe was, "Triumphant". Great reaction!!! Great Song!!! Rock On!!! 🤘🤘🤘

[@isaiahwelch8066]

Tank, my man! First, very, very happy that you're reacting to this song! I've heard this song probably hundreds of times since it got released last year -- and I _NEVER_ get tired of hearing it! And yeah, Grant is 1000% right for recommending this song. 🤘🏹🤘 Second, sometimes it's not about the videos, gear, or live performances -- sometimes, its about sitting back, relaxing, and letting a song give you the ear candy you desperately need. Edit: And Tank, in case you didnt catch it, when Brittney sings the lyric "And watch as I drain the light from inside," at about 11:00, it's literally a reference to The Matrix, as Neo jumps into Smith, and destroys him from within, thus freeing himself from Smith's power. The Immortal does the same thing to the Matriarch, albeit in a slightly different fashion.

[@TankTheTech]

Oh nice! Thanks for that info!

[@MrTemps92]

For some reason this feels like the 80s just gave me a big hug. Keep up the good work Tank!

[@nates8548]

Apex and Abyss comprise an EPIC power metal rock opera in two acts. 🤘❤️😎

[@freddb1975]

Man, you said something that I also came to realize: they are a needle in a haystack. Long time ago, I heard some power metal songs but they never striked me like Unleash the Archers, somehow they are special. Right after the first day I listen to a couple of their songs, I simply bought their entire catalog.

[@ejorbe]

This is the reason why I like reaction channels, because I am exposed to new music that I would normally not listen to. Either because I never heard of them or I don’t have an outlet to hear them. Thanks for another great video!

[@TankTheTech]

🤘🤘🤘

[@DanBennettUltra]

Ahhh I'm so happy!! Way too many KZbin channels just jump on the Awakening bandwagon, as great as that track is UTA are so much more. Almost all of their tracks are incredible, and 95% of reaction videos are only for a single song - it's unbelievable! I highly recommend you check out tracks from all of their albums and EPs: The Outlander, Dreamcrusher, The Path Unsought, No More Heroes, Northwest Passage, Earth and Ashes, General of The Dark Army, Carry The Flame, Battle in The Shadow of The Mountain. All epic. If you feel like posting reactions to any of them, that would always be appreciated, but I just want you to experience more of their work.

[@almuramoo5554]

IMMORTAL IS MORE THAN A NAME! THE WIND THAT SHAPES THE LAND Somehow I find myself Standing on the edge of something that I desperately need From this moment I will not be the same No more crying for the things I can't change Here I will put this tale to rest Finish what I started long ago And though it may not be the ending I wish Only victory can bring me home Come I won't wait for long I was never your slave for all eternity And now here we stand face to face Feel the ground Crashing all around Fight to fan the flame Ignite the battle rage Tear the sky Watch the boulders fly As the mountain scape Crumbles in her wake So, you've come to prove yourself Despite the lies you tell You know you won't prevail And I, most powerful of all Have come to see you fall You'll find no mercy here Search within, uncover the will to win Turn against the tide that washes o'er Find the strength to fall and rise again Open up the gates, unleash the force I am the wind that shapes the land Old as time and twice as strong Oceans arise at my command I alone can carry on To break her chains Forward I push on into the storm surrounding me I await her strike Could it be she's reached the pinnacle now? Silence as I stand within the eye In this hurricane of her design And watch as I drain the light from inside Now at last I see what must be done and so I fly Firm within my grasp I hold the spark and shatter it See her eyes go dark Could it be I've finally won the war now? I see the clouds are gone The storm that raged is quiet once again I feel the stars above Shining on the fragments that remain Search within, uncover the will to win Turn against the tide that washes o'er Find the strength to fall and rise again Open up the gates, unleash the force I am the wind that shapes the land Old as time and twice as strong Oceans arise at my command I alone can carry on No What is this I see? Broken before me Once again I pay the price I've nothing without sacrifice

[@Metallniete]

I am convinced that these musical aspects where the intensity fits with the lyrics is intentional. Good storytellers as UTA are usually do that. Love the song.

[@triple_sics]

It's the synths in the background that give that uplifting feel in the 2nd half

[@MachineGunStudioProd]

Beien a fan of UTA since 2012 when they released their 2nd album "Demons of the Astrowaste" , seeing the fanbase grow so much over the years has been really amazing, everything you said is 100% spot on they deserve every fan they get and 50x more.

[@WendaldXIII]

Hey Tank! I discovered this band with your Awakening reaction and I felt in love with the band...while power metal still the same way that was 20 years ago (wich is not a bad thing) this band is new fresh air to the genre, and musically their are beasts! Waiting your reaction to "Cleanse the Bloodlines", you will enjoy it, I promise!!! Greetings from Spain and thank you for your work and passion in every reaction!!! Cheers man!

[@bardknight]

I only recently got to listening to Abyss so I haven't fully experienced all the songs. I had literal goosebumps after the "eye of the hurricane" section with everything happening.

[@petermartin6049]

So I actually had very little exposure to Unleash the Archers prior to this video of yours which I came across earlier this week. I had only ever seen their rendition of Northwest Passage (which is fantastic, but nothing like THIS epic thing). After seeing this, I listened to The Wind That Shapes The Land by itself several times, then went and tracked down both the lyrics and music for both Apex and Abyss and spent a couple hours going through the whole story, which was an EXCELLENT use of my time. Those two albums tell quite the epic tale. I also have tracked down every other reaction video to The Wind That Shapes The Land that I could find on KZbin. It's safe to say I've gotten a bit obsessed with this tune. However, doing so has *really* made me appreciate you, man. Nobody else I watched had anywhere near the depth of analysis of WHY this song is so good and works so well that you did. Your expertise really makes your videos special. Appreciate that BIG time.

[@TankTheTech]

Man, thank you for the kind words, and yeah, these guys are not only fantastic musicians, but wonderful story tellers as well. This is just top shelf metal right here.

[@sweiland75]

I always just assumed that the writing of music and lyrics was a collaboration so that they did sound like they belonged together.

[@isaacwright7999]

Yeah. Everyone watches, Which is a Awakening is a great song and introduction to the band, this this hole album is on another level. I wish people would get into it more.

[@JohnThornburgh]

I agree, incredible song and incredible band! Just saw them in concert. Incredible live too.

[@NapolianSolo]

I'm so happy you did this song!! Wish more would!

[@ankithakishorchandra7030]

dunno why I'm watching this reaction so late lol. I swear I teared up at the exact same moment you did when I first heard this song. I also remember where I was when it first hit me: the light train, of all places. But it was great to headbang with you and seeing how happy you were made me happy!

[@LuisRosa72]

Over the past few years I've become very picky when it comes to buying albums, often settling for watching videos on the bands/labels' official channels. But after watching this video and your interview with Grant, I went on Amazon and ordered both Apex and Abyss. You're absolutely right, these guys need whatever support we can give them. Now, if only I could find a copy of Ayreon's The Source without paying through the nose, that would be perfect!

[@nigeldepledge3790]

This combination of musicianship, vocal performance and song-writing is very precious. You're preaching to the choir here.

[@thomashoffman8916]

Tank, I swear we just need a video of you just going ham and headbanging to all the songs you had to resist because you were filming. Just call it Roadie ReReacts.

[@Rectangulore]

This song is easily the most listened to on my Spotify for all of last year...and this year. SO GOOD. Can't wait until I can see UTA Live!

[@seanbyarlay3737]

This song is such a masterpiece. Through Stars is my favorite song on the album, and honestly my favorite song I've ever heard. But this song is I think musically the best on the album, and really shows how wonderful a band UTA is.

[@christopherscottdempwolf5759]

I gave up trying to pick one favorite. Through Stars was it for a while. The more I listen the more I love them all!

[@rustyclayton9260]

@@christopherscottdempwolf5759 Went through that exact same trip just a month ago when I found them. Now it's impossible, the whole Apex/Abyss set is damn near as perfect as music gets for me.

[@alkaline138]

Certainly not the first to say this about a UTA song, but what a great guitar solo on this one! Really kicked the song into another gear. Also, why are there always two dislikes on every video, who are these loveless ghouls?

[@Neobaconman]

Man it was so nice seeing you pick out parts of the music you like. Also, I fucking love this song and I was so amped to see you hear that middle section!

[@CanadianOrth]

Thanks for getting to WTSTL. Amazing. Oh, Canada! 🇨🇦 I see you've removed the organic lightening bolt from that tee.

[@TankTheTech]

Hahahahaha. I filmed this right before that happened. 😂😂😂

[@dennisinbreda1126]

Got to know them via reactor channels and saw the different interviews. Now I can't wait to see them live, hopefully in a cool venue in the Netherlands!

[@teusanu65]

Grant on vocals kinda reminds me of Mikael Stanne from Dark Tranquility, and that is a good thing. I really love this band!

[@Jacqueline.1964]

Your honesty is very much appreciated. As well as your knowledge, as always. My love to the family :-)

[@twohorsesinamancostume7606]

Congratulations on the new baby man.

[@TankTheTech]

Thanks a ton!

[@jaygonzales7198]

i love the way she tells a story over all the albums Brittney is awesome

[@highjynxx]

Singing that chorus at a live show with everyone will be life changing for people. No joke.

[@jayb7775]

this is their master piece.

[@kaibergsohn2417]

As a dear lover of power metal for literally 2/3 of my life now, I have to say that Unleash the Archers are the cream of the crop of this genre. Apex and Abyss are an absolute masterclass on writing power metal, and you're exactly like, Tank! "Special" is EXACTLY the word to use for Unleash the Archers. There's a really good reason my motto for the entirety of 2023 has been "Kai, listen to another fucking band" and it's because not many bands are as special as these folks. Like I said, this is a masterclass on power metal, in every seam of the production.

[@manuelluispereira1139]

This song is UTA essence . This is my fav song of theirs it sounds even better on vinyl. Best Britnay performance ever, truly epic song in every way.

[@subbamaggus1]

Hey, great to see how emotional music can be. i feel so deeply touched by the songs... i cannot even put it into words. i know that i was so flashed by the first song... through stars... and started to listen to uta. that was like last week. Now a week later... i did not listen to any other band yet. (my girlfriend is out of town and the music is blurring all day long!!) i will not only share the music, i will overtake the music on a lot of parties and just put it on 😁 uta deserves to be played!

[@fullspeedornospeed8646]

YES! YES! YES! I agree with every word you say Tank about UTA! There are so many bands that (have to...) act far from being well known and are musically above all doubt! You can find so many pearls in the "underground" \m/ This song is the absolute essence of the unique UTA sound, an incredibly varied musical journey of unbelievable compositional diversity! This song triggered this certain feeling in me & after the first song i've heard from them, I never thought that the band would grab me by the balls ... hahaha ... i discovered UTA through my love for STRIKER (they toured together/ also Canadians) & this package will finally come to Germany at the end of the year ... well, let's wait (regarding pandemic and so on ..) STRIKER also deserve MUCH MORE attention, check their videos, I would recommend "Heart Of Lies" or "Crossroads" to start with, super nice guys, very melodic Metal & absolute guitar shredders! Stay healthy man & all the best to you and your young family again! cheers from Germany - hope my English was good enough for here...laugh

[@zombiepete]

This album was my favorite movie of 2020. The Apex -> Abyss story is so goddamn cool.

[@highjynxx]

That was satisfying. Good job, Tank. You said it all. I f#@KING love this band.

[@kennethhernandez9243]

I’ve been trying to get a good friend of mine to listen to this band by telling him this song is like a dragonball z fight set to music. Great reaction dude.

[@lea-anne9133]

Great reaction Tank. I can totally see why this is Grant's fave song🤘🏻👍🏻

[@dandybus1582]

Hell yeah! More UTA!!!

[@scottheffner3427]

Found UTA through reaction videos and I’m absolutely hooked. Bought the last 4 albums and haven’t listened to much else for the last several weeks. This song and Soulbound are my favorites off the new album but I can listen to it all from start to end. Tank, I enjoyed your reaction to this video and how appreciative you are of a their musicianship and vocals. Can’t wait for more UTA and don’t think you can go wrong with any of their songs. Test Your Metal is a fun song, Northwest Passage is a great cover, Cleanse the Bloodlines is a fantastic song with an intense video, and General of the Dark Army has lots of great harsh vocals that you love.

[@Boerke]

At least none of the band members died in this video 😁 Great reaction dude!

[@elliottbishop5303]

What this song made you feel is what Call me Immotal did for me. UTA will forever be on my playlist.

[@einarthormodster95]

I love this band! And not just the music. The guys are so likable and fun. Their musicianship is insane. And Britney... Well, I struggle to find any better metal vocalist

[@baseballtigar]

I consistently find myself coming back to your reaction of this song cause it still makes me giddy watching you react to it cause it's my fave from them.

[@danielsand8989]

Again I watched your latest UTA reaction and found out, we had the same experience with the archers. As I started watching UTA on KZbin I did not expect, it catches me as hard as it actually does. Your 'awakening' reaction was my first reactors video to this band and after that, I watched a ton of reactors videos. After 10 different songs I also was totally addicted and lost to the archers. Meanwhile I've got 'Abyss' twice, the normal one and also the Japan edition, because there is a cover from Corey Hart on it. Next one I definitely have to buy is the japanese CD of 'Apex'... Why? I don't know, I have to. But to me it feels heartwarming and satisfying, that you now be also a part of the family. 🤘🏻

[@dklord1]

Tank, I’m sure you realize Brittney writes every word of lyrics. Andy often writes the melodies and the basic structure of the song. As brilliant these musicians are the composition certainly has no mistakes. I discovered UTA about a year ago. I’m a 63 years old Grampa that feels 40 years younger. Their N. American tour is coming to my town (OKC) and tickets are in hand.

[@Azlatoth]

Same here brother 53yo and both my wife and I are heading to their Orlando concert in Sept! I've not been this excited since I discovered Maiden as a young teenager.