ROADIE REACTIONS | Star One - "Fate of Man (feat. Brittney Slayes & Michael Romeo)"

[@ArjenALucassen]

Thanks once again for your excellent comments, Tank! I learn a lot from watching your videos, haha! Please keep up the good work, my friend :-)

[@ArjenALucassen]

Oh... and big hugs for your dad of course!

[@TankTheTech]

I don't know how it's possible that you're learning anything from me, but I'll take it. 😂 Thank you for the wonderful music and putting smiles on people's faces all over the world!

[@valeriomartino1638]

@@ArjenALucassen please do an interview with Tank about all the gear you own, it would be amazing

[@peterdoe2617]

@@ArjenALucassen Oh yeah! Hugs to your dad! Question: his favourite songs? Only two, I would think of: "In the time of our lives" by Iron Butterfly. And " come away, Melinda" by Uriah Heep". More suggestions?

[@allandriver2066]

Prog is like the ultimate buffet.....it's got something for everyone....and when is Arjen I always go back for seconds....and maybe thirds.

[@michaeltriola3978]

I absolutely love how much fun Brittney looks like she's having every time she records. You can tell she had no hesitation in wanting to join this project!

[@solarus7123]

Michael Romeo never disappoints... he is a mesmerizing player

[@JanStuivenberg2810]

The first MV for the new Star One album was "Lost Children of the Universe" featuring Roy Khan, Tony Martin, Marcela Bovia, Irene Jansen and Steve Vai. You definitely need to check that one out. 🤘😎

[@Magnumaniac]

You have absolutely nailed it with respect to Arjen - he is the most humble and shy person you could meet, and just enjoys making his music. Thankfully, for us, he is very prolific and utterly brilliant. Great video as always Tank - would love to see some of the older Star One / Ayreon stuff featured too.

[@senditkevin]

Interesting you said Arjen is humble, while I definitely thought that as well until I saw an interview with him and the interviewer asked him something about being humble, and Arjen responded something like "No I am not humble, I know my limits. I think I am a great composer, but not a great guitar player." Something like that. Figured I'd give you a little bit of info. Can't remember which interview and I probably watched it a year ago at least.

[@danielberger1378]

@@senditkevin Do you have a link to that interview?

[@Carrinthe]

@@danielberger1378 I think I've heard that statement in this interview, but not 100% sure. kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZobMhYN7qMqDms0

[@MaelysAria]

Loved this reaction ! Fate of Man actually made me delve deeper into Unleash The Archers and daaaaamn was I served with awesomeness ! By the way, you should definitely check out the latest Epica release "Kingdom Of Heaven Part III" from their Omega Alive livestream. The song is one of their absolute best and you would have a serious ton of things to talk about on the huuuuuuge production that this show had !

[@patrickdegroot6073]

Hi Tank, Marysinpl(twitch) here. Thank you so much for the kickass reaction. I noticed you enjoyed it too. In 2 weeks there will be another video. Thanks again🤘🏻🤘🏻

[@RaptorMk2]

Fun coincidence: I've started listening to Symphony X again, so it's always great to see more Michael Romeo. He's such fun as a guitarist... Can't make a stretch? Just tap it. And now I want to hear a duet with Brittney Slayes and Russell Allen.

[@johnmiett6532]

This is spectacular and I love the story! Thank you so much! Thanks for the reaction and info., Tank.

[@erwinamesz7642]

Thank you TANK!!!! We need more Ayreon and Star One in our lives!

[@Jilhoa1]

This is just my musical dreams come true!

[@PiT0nZo]

I had no idea this song came out. Thanks for drawing my attention to this! I remember seeing Brittney from UTA mention she was doing something but I had no idea it dropped.

[@jordanlindsey4299]

I've been following the Star One updates as they're coming out and I'm super hyped for this album! Excellent breakdown as always Tank!

[@martinaalderink7773]

It would not surprise me when Arjen shows up here, as he did before with ono of your Ayreon reacts. You`re good at it, including tech stuff as back ground info. awesome.

[@Kekoapono]

Dude, thank you so much for covering this! I had no idea this existed until I saw your notification! I love Brittany’s vocals, of course, but I’ve also been a fan of Symphony X for a long time (I particularly like their Paradise Lost album), so I was excited to see Michael Romeo’s name in this as well! This is quite the fantastic collaboration! Brittany somehow outdoes her previous work AGAIN! I really liked those end-of-phrase high notes throughout; I mean, that’s not something we hear much of in Unleash the Archers, so it was thrilling to hear those high notes here! Michael’s guitar work is as great as ever, and it’s neat to hear his prog metal fitting right in with Arjen’s prog metal! 😁 Great work on this, Tank, and thank you!

[@diedzjeeoudshoorn7726]

I love your enthousiasm for Arjen and fully agree and feel the same. There are people on this world who try to destroy everything. On the other hand there are people that built and bring beauty, making this rock a more fantastic planet to be on. Arjen is one of the most positive forces in that movement. Amen.

[@ChanWeinmeister]

Great stuff Tank!

[@peterdoe2617]

Can't wait for this album, too. I actually got introduced to Arjen's music after watching Floor with her band After Forever as an opening act for Nightwish. Instantly bought their CD decipher. And was looking, if Floor had done other stuff. And found "Star one" "Live on earth". Still get goosebumps when listening to some songs from that album. It was like a snowball that kept on rolling, how many musicians that led me to. 20yrs later, that snowball still keeps arollin'. This song in particular has such a catchy tune. I'd rate it dancable. I hope it'll make it's way into german radio stations, this time. (To be played here, you need to pay fees and have it registered by the german GEMA. An organisation that really sucks. But I've asked Arjen: ALL of his songs are registred, there. No excuse for radio stations to not play it. And I WILL penetrate 'em to play it!) So, to all fellow german followers of your channel: pls join me. Greetings from the far north of Germany!

[@nuguanugua5380]

We can try getting it on Radio Bob for starters!

[@peterdoe2617]

@@nuguanugua5380 Radio Bob is not listening at all. Blindfolded? I don't know. Radio Antenne are playing The Warning, by now. I've actually stopped to try and contact Radio Bob at all. May they rust in peace.

[@MyFairOne]

I discovered Arjen's work through Ayreon about several years back. Good stuff. I had never heard Star One until just recently, and I like what I've heard so far.. and my favorite parts of the music video are @ 0:44 "DANGER: METAL ASSAULT IMMINENT" and @4:07 - "TALL HIPPIE DUDE DETECTED ..." LOL! 🤘😈🤘

[@superkeaton9912]

Yes. Absolutely Yes.

[@4away]

You should have seen her sing this live a 2 weeks ago at the Ayreon show in Tilburg...! Was awesome!

[@marcelabrack]

This reaction was great! Brittney is always amazing! Im glad Arjen made you enjoy prog metal more!

[@pete-m86]

Really enjoyed this!! I keep forgetting about Star One, so thanks for bringing me back in! Brittney's voice ... as finely crafted an instrument as any other

[@clarissasabinomarconi5563]

Man!! This song is awesome! But please Tank, you need to hear Lost Children Of Universe!! With Roy Khan, Tony Martin and one of the most beautiful solos I've ever heard, from Steve Vai!! It's a fucking masterpiece!!

[@Zahlmiac]

I wholeheartedly agree!

[@Chivalry669]

110 % agree !!!

[@TimoArula]

Can't wait to this album to drop..... I must have it ! Waiting here for my four Ayreon Albums to arrive ... Thank you Tank for this gear/production breakdown 😁.

[@djstraylight]

I am so excited for a new Star One release. All Star One albums have a theme. As the title of the new album "Revel In Time" suggests every song will be based on time travel sci-fi. The first single from this album "Lost Children of the Universe" is based in the movie Interstellar. Also features Roy Khan, Tony Martin and Steve Vai. btw, Brittney Slayes favorite movie franchise is Terminator.

[@frankramakers]

Respect man. You are the best reactor for my favorite music. Greatings from the Netherlands.

[@TankTheTech]

Thanks!

[@Jacqueline.1964]

Oooh boy, I absolutely love this! Can't wait to get this album. Thanks for your reaction, Tank!

[@Ron-ei5eh]

I was following Arjan to know when this album is coming out. To possibly buy it offcourse. Your the first reactor i see reacting to it. And one of my favourite too. Thanks. Keep it up Tank.

[@artofstormdancing3319]

I love good power metal. Nothing as uplifting as thundering riffs, powerful voice and that driving rhytm that makes you want to charge at anything that opposes you. Can't wait for the new Hammerfall song, coming in less than 1,5h from now!

[@senditkevin]

Awesome reaction, this sounds very Star One. Brittney and Ed and Micheal and Arjen we all awesome. One more person I hope we get is Adrienne Cowan from Seven Spires. Excited to hear the full album!

[@ThorsHammer88]

I love everything Arjen does.

[@nilshult5115]

I am so stoked about this album (and a few other ones that's going to be released this winter and spring)

[@pin-upmariposa412]

Tank, I hope you do podcast with Arjen in future. I really wish to know more about gear that he used etc. Brittney voice is different level. Great reaction, as always.

[@XplozoneReacts]

Love your videos. This sure is a brilliant one! 🙏🏼😊

[@TankTheTech]

Thank you!

[@angiewegenerdjmetalamazon4468]

I love this song and especially Brittney's voice. Have you heard her coop "Brittney Slays sings Opera" with Ty Christian from Lords of the Trident? :D

[@anetteridleyrodriguez]

This is my favorite kind of metal. I used to run a lot, the pace of the song makes you want to go!!!!!!

[@apie1977]

This is awesome. Apart from the great guiter playing, I especially loved Ed's drumming! edit: I'd like to add, I really like the bellwork too. It really adds to the chorus.

[@TankTheTech]

Ed is an animal!

[@renevw5812]

This album will go in the history books as one of the best albums ever...just a feeling i have. The line-up is insane.

[@RudyBleeker]

Normally I would warn that more talent doesn't necessarily equate to better music, but with Arjen at the helm... that guy just has an ear for what's good and what works.

[@gandyhyoga6942]

There's something that reminds me also of "Run, Apocalypse Run" from Ayreon..

[@spwitti7232]

Really enjoyed the video editing in this..! Makes you want to watch the video again and not only because of the music. Brittney's vocals are really cool..! Her tone is quite interesting to me and her highs are reaaaaally solid..!! Can't help wondering if she doing the vocals and that "faster than light" line on the lyrics was just a happy coincidence haha Thanks for the video, Tank!

[@Enrasilver]

Love everything Ayreon puts out but Ive never heard of Star One, this was phenomenal! All of the vocalists he's got lined up blow my mind, CANNOT wait for this album to come out!

[@lenn741]

Mate, definitely check out the first two Star One albums. You'll love them!

[@simsjo]

I guess Christmas 2021 is postponed to February 18th. ;)

[@yinxed]

new Star One Album #need

[@BoG_City]

Yep, this is awesome! Brittney singing Faster than Light makes me feel comfortable, love that song from UTA. But yeah, i'm more and more convinced Arjen is a musical god

[@johnmiett6532]

Looks like Amazon is going to be busy today! I need all of this!

[@rrsjr]

Just FYI, each Star One album focuses on a specific theme and each song is based on a scifi movie or TV show within that theme. The first Star One album, "Space Metal", was based on space-themed scifi, with songs based on Star Trek, Dune, Blake's 7, and Stargate, among others. The 2nd album, "Victims Of The Modern Age" is based on dystopian themes, with songs based on Children Of Men, The Matrix, and Planet Of The Apes, among others. The 3rd, Revel In Time, has a time-travel theme, with some song examples based variously on Donnie Darko, The Terminator, Bill and Ted's Excellent Adventure, and Groundhog Day.; I'm very curious as to what the theme for this upcoming, 4th album will be. These albums are among my very favorites, with a progressive/power-metal style that combines tropes influenced by classic metal like Deep Purple, but with modern sonic sensibilities in terms of tones and production, all delivered with prog-rock virtuosity. Glad you discovered it and seem to enjoy it as much as I do.

[@pema22]

Many years ago that well known bloke with horns, hoof and sulfur smell came to Arjen and said "If you'll agree I'll make you a musical genius and all i want is your soul.". Man, that payed off so well! 😄

[@milton1448]

Everything this tall skinny man touches is pure gold

[@dustincharger9919]

Yes! Yes! Yes! Soooo pumped!!!

[@VoodooMcVee]

Wait, what? Ed Warby from Gorefest is drumming in this? Man, I love Gorefest, in my opinion they were one of the grooviest death metal bands ever!

[@GoatMee]

Warby is drumming with Arjen since 1998.

[@VoodooMcVee]

@@GoatMee So, since after they released Chapter 13, I guess?

[@notdynomonkey]

This is awesome and I think its so cool that Brittney sings one of her own song titles " Faster than light" in the lyrics!!! Do you think she snuck that in?....lol. Great reaction as always!!

[@Elviolli]

Faaaantastic! I’ve been looking for reactions for this video on the reg since it came out and so far this is only the 2nd one I’ve seen. Luckily it’s Tank! So stoked for this album.

[@Laihoistheman]

theres a behind the scenes of victims of the modern age back in 2010 and he is playing the dingwall as well, i think he was an early adopter.

[@natasja_sv]

Always fun to see you enjoy some good music, I am really interested in the guitar and bass Arjen used and if they are from the year you think they are... crossing my fingers to see if Arjen will tell us! I also remember hearing the first single, Lost Children of the Universe, just a while ago and I just started crying because it was so good. The deep voice of Roy, the heavy guitars, the epic 2-minute solo by Steve Vai, and the choir with the voices of Irene and Marcela at the end, just so epic. I hope you will check that out as well, I'm just waiting to be able to pre-order this album, it's gonna be amazing.

[@fredbarnes2049]

I'm up for anything with Brittany, and I've always impressed with Aeyeron. It's interesting that he's going to have guest vocalists like that band often does. I like it, it's got a strong prog/power metal vibe. Brittany seems to have a slightly different tone on this than a lot of the Unleash the Archer's material more formal like Floor, but still with her signature sound. Great reaction!

[@Thnielsen85]

There are so many subtle influences in his music, but he is still keeping it original. He is truly a mastermind composer and musician. This album will be the Christmas gift of the century

[@RudyBleeker]

I think one of the important reasons for that is that Arjen is aware of his influences and actively plays around with them. Look up his song "Pink Beatles on a Purple Zeppelin" which is a tongue in cheek commentary on that fact.

[@Thnielsen85]

@@RudyBleeker I agree 😊 he is very deliberate with everything he does, including the obvious influences. This just makes him even more brilliant.

[@wouko]

Loving this. Makes you want to hear more Arjen, don't you ;) The electric castle live for example :)

[@robynturnham2706]

Tank, you are a 'Man of your Word', you said when Arjen does something new, you will play it. And you have - Thank you for the enthusiasm. Arjen is so Cool and this album is going to be amazing.

[@ShadowedMage]

Whoa! I'm from Saskatoon and used to know a guy who worked making Dingwalls! That's super cool, I had no idea Arjen was using that!

[@jeroenwubbels7824]

2nd Album from Star One is an absolte gem. Victis of the modern age ( Bladerunner, Matrix, Planet of the apes, ckockwork etc Main vocalist Russel Allen, Damian Wilson, Dan Bavo and Floor Jansem, Guests Tony Martin from Sabbath, Rodney Blaze and Arjen self. More hardrock and metal compared to Ayreon Your dad is gonna love it :D

[@randalljones4370]

One More Thing to put on my December "Things To Order" list. ... tis the season to break the bank lol. (just put a serious crack in it w/a used D-5 LTD for the brother-in-law) So these clips so far show some serious promise for the album... I do wish the vocalists would get more than one song each, but the line outside Arjen's studio must wrap the block 4 or 5 times. Arjen's projects have been such good exposure for individuals and their bands.. I would have never heard of Marcela Bovi/Mayan without the connection via Arjen's music. Same with Damon and all those great Danish/dutch vocalists... there's just so many. RE Steve Vai.. I wonder who knocked on whose door first? There's no way to neatly tie up a reaction like this (nor a comment) becaus we're all still waiting to see who else is on it and how they are paired into the material. This is gonna be fun.

[@weirdguybr]

FYI, in Arjen's channel there's a video from 2010 where he talks about a lot of his gear - title is "Arjen Lucassen Star One guitar sound". Have fun geeking out ;)

[@davidfyvie9480]

I'm absolutely certain I could hear Irene Jansen sneaking in to harmonise on the last two "fate of man lies in his hands"

[@barbaravance6774]

FYI, some of the songs from Aryreon in concert, were in Star One Space Metal: Intergalactic Space Crusaders, The Eye of Ra, etc.. The live concert is here on YT. I love watching it.. I can't tell you how many times I've watched it. A very young 19 year old Floor Jansen and her beautiful sister Irene, Young Damien Wilson and Sir Russell Allen, Joost Van der Boerk, Ed Warby, and Robert Soeterboek, and of course Arjen himself. I highly recommend you watch it. I just bought another CD of Star One Space Metal. I wore the 1st one out. I adore Arjen and his fantastic works! He only uses the best of the best. 🤘😀🤘💕🙏🇺🇸

[@mandje2002]

don't forget the old guy Peter Vink !

[@mandje2002]

BTW its Sir-Joost van der Broek

[@FancyPrimate]

This song checks so many boxes for me. Could have used a little more Romeo but I still loved it.

[@BilgeOnTheRocks]

Omg, I Just Pictures Britney in a Duett with Floor Jansen! That must be..........enormous!

[@uwetessenow985]

Hello Tank I look forward on the 17th December and I will buy the album it is great .

[@StormdriverOne]

Very cool. I like the gear knowledge and also that you only interrupted the song a few times. Liked and subscribed. I didn't know the Roadstar II became the RG. My first guitar was a Roadstar II. I still have the neck. No idea where the body went. Arjen is the best. I've been hooked on his music since I first heard The Dream Sequencer / Universal Migrator. I even bought an old Hammond M3 and a couple Moogs to add to my collection. I blame him for that. Now, what's the deal with the Nashville tag? Nobody around here has ever heard of Ayreon. I've been asking for 20 damn years!

[@TankTheTech]

Thanks a lot, man! And I'm based in Nashville, so that's why I tag all my videos like that. Haha

[@rnowak85]

Need to checkout Lost Children of the Universe. Steve Vai solo is sick plus Roy Khan and Tony Martin on lead vocals with Irene Jansen and Marcela Bovio on backing vocals. this album is going to be killer.

[@icenic_wolf]

The only time I've played a Sonor kit was at a jazz festival (20 years ago?), and I hated it because you couldn't use a drum key to do anything, they required some other tool to adjust. And of course the last person to have adjusted them had all of the quick-releases at RIDICULOUS heights, the cymbals were nineteen feet tall and the snare was the same height as the hi-hats. Maybe they don't do that anymore, but I haven't looked at them since then, because I was so frustrated with that kit.

[@icenic_wolf]

Oh yeah - great reaction video! I especially dug all of the backstory and gear analysis provided. \m/

[@vinceblasco]

Back when I worked at guitar center many years ago we would get them in now and again and that was definitely the biggest complaint.

[@Metalencio94]

Now I'm just waiting for a new 'Interview With a Roadie' with Arjen.

[@csphoenix9]

They just released another video for the album. Lost Children of the Universe.

[@Cuckoorex]

I feel like Arjen did a kind of merging of UtA's hard-driving power metal and his own distinctive sound, and I think it works great.

[@Boerke]

Getting a strong Aces High vibe from the vocal melodies. It made me want to go to my parents and pick up my Iron Maiden vinyls and steal their record player... But my dad wouldn't let me leave with it 🤣. I can't wait for this album. I am definitely expanding my collection with this one! Great job Arjen, and you too Tank for another great reaction!

[@TankTheTech]

It seems like there's quite a few things that it reminded people of, because "Aces High" is not like the third or fourth reference I've heard. Haha. But either way, it whoops ass and I can't wait for this album! Thanks Boerke!

[@Graywolf335]

She does remind me of Bruce in a weird way

[@sejuanisupportonly7385]

@@TankTheTech Well, at least I *finally* managed to put my finger on 13:26 and what that change in the rhythm and that small melodic part of the solo reminded me of so much. Candlemass and their seemingly odd slow backing guitar/bass rhythms while Lars Johansson goes off with his solo guitar. You talking about equipment and all that stuff finally made my mind roll. Thanks! :)

[@iDEATH]

@@Graywolf335 I think she sounds like a female combination of Dickinson and Dio, with a healthy dash of Halford. I love it; Brittney is easily one of favourite vocalists right now.

[@iampostcode]

Serious Aces High vibe there. Love the Terminator feel, Eds drumming is on a different level here.

[@tjwells6824]

Please react to more Star One! Loovvee everything that Arjen does. Freaking phenomenal musician and composer.

[@SocialPsycho555]

Michael Romeo is such an underrated guitarist

[@ingsve]

This song actually reminds me alot of Run Apocalypse Run from Ayreon album The Source. Especially the synth uses pretty much the same sounds and sort of similar patterns or melodies as that song. Also some of the drumming is similar as well.

[@beast-dd5qo]

And now Arjen has released an insane live version of this tune

[@etiennelmc5925]

Damn it's good ...

[@samuelengle3773]

Fun fact concerning Bruce. Britney has stated that she envisions her style and career is completely inspired by Bruce Dickenson.

[@nickrzeczkowski9531]

This is one of my favorite Brittney performances (but Arjen always gets the best out of everyone he works with). You definitely need to check out Bruce's version of "Into The Blackhole" on "Universal Migrator Part 2".

[@synulacrum1469]

What I love most about this song it's terminator xD the visuals the lyrics everything xD

[@jannekaanta2884]

Really good review 👏. And your Thors Hammer looks nice on your chest 😎. 👍❤👍

[@davidlefranc6240]

Yeah pretty cool .

[@geertdelange4785]

My suggestion is another cover of Nightwish, which we hardly see on KZbin. And if you like a heavy Nightwish sound, this will be a very nice one. Check out their cover of Megadeth, symphony of destruction. Enjoy it, and I with you!

[@russbowlus]

"He won't be back"

[@TankTheTech]

DAMN

[@russbowlus]

@@TankTheTech I got too focused on the instrumentals, I guess! Ha.

[@crabuki1273]

What the? I burnout on reaction videos for awhile, come back and it's Tank the Ripped? Look at you go. Nice job on the actual video as well, Tank.

[@TankTheTech]

Welcome back, my friend!

[@Thorgrim247]

I love Arjen's music. This should be a great record.

[@synulacrum1469]

Can we just appreciate that it's in reference to terminator back when it was good considering it's the whole premise of the song

[@Rex_Stuph]

I can't remember if you did Eye of Ra or Valley of the Queens from Ayren Universe, but if you have, you've heard Star One. Unfortunately, Live on Earth (video), the ultimate Star One release is pulling about the same as some of those vintage synths these days, and there are average uploads to YT.. but still.. Sir Russell made that, and with two Jansens singing from a tiny Stargate, you can't go wrong.

[@richardholmes3653]

Got to listen to Symphony X they are awesome 🤘🇬🇧

[@Greenchileaddict]

Heard about this project from the UTA site. Getting a strong 80s metal prog rock vibe from this. Have you reacted to Lacuna Coil? I'd recommend Layers of Time from the Black Anima album if you have not. 🤘

[@baumundallesandere]

I just looked through all your videos and watched about 30 videos, great stuff! May I recommend Dark Tranquility? Especially the songs Miserys Crown, Atoma, Therein and Insanitys Crescendo.

[@TankTheTech]

Dark Tranquility is one of my favorite bands. 🤘

[@metallicarox30]

You need to hear the track Earth that was. Based on firefly with Russell Allen and Dan swano

[@corneliusantonius3108]

"A random wild purple guitar appears"

[@KL-qy4ye]

Virtuoso magic

[@98michalv98]

Hi Tank, suggestion on the next reaction -> NOCTURNA - New Evil. It is the new Gothic/Symphonic/Power metal band from Italy. New Evil is their first song ever and it is really good. Their first album will arrive January 14, 2022. Sound like a Powerwolf or Nightwish.

[@Kullioking]

For me, "Fate of Man" is the best Terminator soundtrack that should be in a movie.

[@nicoooot]

I just pre-ordered my copy, and some stuff is already sold out. So be quick if you want it.