The Was (2016) - The Avalanches + Soda_Jerk

[@IntergalacticSpaceKitten]

This is probably what it's like to have your whole life flash before your eyes before you die, but instead of your life, it's all the awesome pop culture of your life.

[@kriscrane8280]

Nah, average tuesday night dream for me

[@Yahyia-cv3sx]

Not my life, but it's fun to watch.

[@mirjamenny]

To the person/people who edited this video: That was tremendous and I wish I could smoke you up and feed you a plate of homemade lasagna for giving me all the nostalgia feels.

[@rocknroller3000]

This reply has humbled me,...

[@carstarsarstenstesenn]

lmao great comment

[@Conexionhiphop]

awesome selection i am impress

[@sodajerk3495]

You had us at home cooked lasagna! We don’t hate being smoked up either. Yes pls and thank you mate.

[@takatrip7560]

@@sodajerk3495 cool that you answer, too

[@iangale8230]

It's only taken 6 years for KZbin to recommend this to me! Love it

[@certifiednaabi]

can't believe youtube had the audacity to play an ad in the middle of this

[@snowflake69420]

That's not how that works

[@chuckdubzz5049]

I get 3

[@johannaderee4763]

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[@JonathanZarco79]

@@johannaderee4763 KZbin Premium.

[@P.Gillett]

@@JonathanZarco79 u block origin is ghetto slang for youtube premium

[@ThunderboltWisdom]

Just seeing this in 2023 for the first time and...WOW!! Beautiful editing and amazing choice of movies. Some of my favourites in there, and I'll be rewatching it over and over to spot the other great films. A masterpiece!!🤟🤪✌️

[@WillowRatLady]

A beautiful collage of other people's work.

[@gabriellynch2764]

I noticed Raising Arizona. It took me dozens of watches to do so.

[@bobbycollins9668]

This literally might be the best video I've ever seen on youtube

[@themosh54]

I have to agree

[@User0000000000000004]

I have to concur

[@quiverdog]

with concurence

[@altgene8372]

We thought we new what Social Media was lol!

[@dkae92]

Fully..

[@dylanb3988]

The pool scene is so well-made, it blows my mind. Every time. Phenomenal one of the best pieces of art ever.

[@Caspero68o]

I imagine this is what it will be like when my life passes before my eyes before next level. I'm absolutely blown away by the video and music. I can't imagine the hard work it took to creat this art.

[@pylgrimx]

Holy deep cuts, Batman! That kitten at the beginning is from an Italian animated film called "Allegro Non Troppo." It's sort of like a "Fantasia," but more adult than Disney ever would have permitted. Highly recommended and unexpected in an Avalanches video.

[@Madasin_Paine]

Pearls from the deep recesses. Gratzi!

[@cadmium1612]

The Avalanches, Soda+Jerk, I know I am YEARS late to this party and I don't even know if anyone reads comments on old videos, but I needed this more than ever in my life. I am trying to be a more responsible person in these trying times and thank people when they make my life easier or better, and I felt the need to really go out of my way and thank you all. 2020 is really fucked up for me as I am sure it is for all of you guys. I hope you are all doing well and staying safe. Thank you again for making this. You really made my life easier and better and I hope you all get this feeling that you shared with me. Edit: I felt the need to put this in also, because it's so easy to forget, but If only one of you do reads this, please take the time and share with the others. I would really, really appreciate it if this messages reaches all of you as you are each individually responsible for this positivity in my life.

[@vegancam]

Ayy Lmao Hey man, I come back and watch this video every few weeks, keeps me sane. And I always have a flick through the comments, such a great vibe all round.

[@saucestation53]

Just discovered this piece in a media class. Safe to say this is the most satisfying and inspiring videos I've seen in a while.

[@giannisantoscoy5045]

Hang like a cat, claws in the bark, live your life fast & mad like a shark! Dig, claw the clay, you aardvark. You can just chill. No, don't snark. Rock your think frames like a clark. Sooner or later, you done made your mark.

[@CandorCandor]

In one sentence all of you 🙏🏼🤗🙏🏼 How would you sum up 2020 in one sentence? ❤️

[@YanAbaus]

@@CandorCandor In one sentence? Alex Jones was right.

[@thecaremaker1001]

This will forever be my favorite video on KZbin, hands down.

[@jobbyjobcenter2435]

I can’t even describe what I felt when the car exploded on the drop at “Light Up” holy shit this entire video is a brilliant visual aid to the aesthetics painted in Wildflower. I can’t believe this came out 2 years ago and I never saw it before today. This deserves incredible recognition.

[@sodajerk3495]

We rly appreciate that, thank u mate

[@bb-zr2tv]

@@sodajerk3495 ❤️❤️❤️

[@chazlabreck]

7 years and i just saw it...truly brilliant

[@marblecake1234]

Just like their music, The Avalanches are reaching back in time and plucking pieces of art to form their own innovation. Beautiful!

[@davidimeson1822]

There was this girl

[@TheMrSlyxx]

This video montage is mesmerizing. River Pheonix telling Ferris Bueller wer'e stuck here together was a nice touch.

[@hobbesthegoblin]

Watched once again, and now to re-watch...

[@theultimateherculeshuanca]

This makes me cry, it's absolutely beautiful. There less beauty outside, maybe we just need more things like this.

[@ThePvthudson]

“Even more than bread we now need poetry, in a time when it seems that it is not needed at all.” - Leopold Staff

[@jeanmichellelaurent]

I just want to live out this video

[@hescher2981]

Can honestly say this was the first 14 min smile ive ever honestly held without even realising it

[@austinhenson18]

I teared up a little this is absolutely beautiful.

[@bankfrisky8394]

Something about the ending always get me. "It's a world of fantasy". Masterpiece.

[@jeanmichellelaurent]

@@bankfrisky8394 light up makes my heart light up with joy and cry tears of happiness

[@suburbias]

This was the best trip I've ever had

[@iwakeanotherday4838]

Same 👍, I fit an hours worth of thoughts into 13 minutes and 41 seconds

[@keirandcarlshow]

@@iwakeanotherday4838 so insane that this one video is so impactful for so many people

[@VikiJohnson1975]

Brilliant. Did I just see a seamless transition from Lords of Dogtown to Weekend at Bernie's?

[@redcomet_622]

Viki Johnson boogie nights as well

[@retrosampleguy]

Timeframe?

[@zauliqe1783]

The Was was Was but now is The Was.

[@Bram25]

Was it? Or is it?

[@guymontag9577]

You need to get laid

[@greendayfreakism]

He the be his and sissly hula

[@arealisticexpectationpera]

Yeah man

[@Queen_Cnidarian]

Or then the then was then.

[@jayseba]

this is art.

[@DomVandelay]

This was amazing. Must have taken so long to make. So many of our favorite films mashed together for this masterpiece. It fits in so well, truly incredible.

[@TheHillDragon]

A surreal trip through counter culture in movies? I think that sums it up.

[@DorianHerniote]

Can't sum this isht up

[@TheHillDragon]

back for my yearly rewatch.

[@zechsblack5891]

​@@TheHillDragonit is once again time my friend

[@TheHillDragon]

@@zechsblack5891 someone played a song at work today that was some what similar to this and i knew it was time.

[@morningbetterlast]

Too much going on here for my simple mind to comprehend. Been listening to "Since I Left You" for many-many years. Bless you guys, you're true geniuses!

[@favoritemustard3542]

SAME but w/Frontier Psychiatrist!

[@rayfish007]

How do they come up with this kind of art and music. It amazes me every time.

[@MatthewDanielsNB]

I can’t believe it took me five years to find this

[@michaelmitchell6041]

This should’ve won an oscar… my mind is blown

[@Madasin_Paine]

Too "subversive" You know those future young artists are so impressionable. People who don't know sullying their fertile unmolded minds. That's "OUR" occupied territory. If it wasn't for those darn kids and subversive artists... Doh!

[@LaFaveBros]

Next level

[@samsonmcgloughlin]

Probably the best video of all time

[@outoftouchnetwork]

@@samsonmcgloughlin you said it, Nutsack

[@rollyherrera623]

Each song by The Avalanches is definitely worthy of a chapter!

[@puppenbuhnebauchkribbeln1183]

WOW 🤩 - you need to watch this a thousand times to find all the treasures hidden in this masterpiece...or more....👌🏼!!!

[@SwissTanuki]

I watched it at least 6 times now and I'll go for 994 more

[@babo402]

Since I've duscovered The Avalanches and this clip I am mesmerised. Everytime I discover something new. So Fresh, So inventive, So intelingent. Now I know what I have been missing in My life.

[@morganwardfilm]

this re-contextualizes "my culture" in a way that forces me to really appreciate it. It makes me see how the human soul has persisted through all of this warping. Nothing will stop people from making meaning out of their surroundings, from telling their story- that's fuckin beautiful

[@angeltesfayexo6909]

Well said 😌

[@RyguyMerlnit]

This is everything that I've always wanted. Thank you Avalanches.

[@waterglas21]

We need a new album!

[@MajoraWaffle]

gonna have to wait another 16 years, sorry bud

[@Lanngeax]

Majora Lol, in 16 years old they'll be ooold.

[@fateca01]

New album in 2032!!!

[@hynterd]

they werent the first time, sample based music has proven to be timeless.

[@thecreamyone3606]

I told em the exact thing when i met em last year not to keep us waiting so long for another album

[@electroplasmicblast-off4671]

Not only is there some sick beats, but there are also endless pop culture references. This video is lit.

[@lesterforney6200]

So chaotic but so beautifully put together. Loved it

[@Theonixco]

13+ mins of pure 80's and 90's kid Nostalgia.

[@passant94]

This video is a pure genius! Speechless 😳...

[@reecerichards2080]

this music video is precious

[@n0denz]

Makes me nostalgic for several lives I never had.

[@danman7438]

clearly fitting that a musical group of sampling over samples of movies from this whole era just feels so good.

[@ErosebudB23]

Absolutely a true Masterpiece of Perfection

[@elainegill2619]

Agreed👍

[@italia90jay]

One of the greatest works of art of any century

[@johnba291972]

This is why I love the Avalanches. Lets hope they keep experimenting for a long time.

[@mitchelljulius5875]

How come this hasn't anymore views? This is a audio/visual feast!

[@Jojoateyt]

The "Noisy Eater" tribute was fantastic.

[@JT-hi1cs]

CircuitMembrane Right?!?! That part was incredible!

[@rockkiller124]

Werd

[@themosh54]

My favorite part of an already incredible video

[@johnchurch5101]

Vid edit that reflects their mixing style . Unreal and beautiful

[@Bumtrickle]

I felt like I watched a yellow submarine for the 80's generation. Still confusing and odd but delightful and mesmerizing at the same time.

[@josephgrundy5817]

Such an insane short film and a perfect companion piece for the album. Needs way more views .

[@jaceperrodin4514]

I've rewatched 10-15 times and just today recognized Rhett & Link's contribution to this masterpiece

[@MoonbaseTV]

That instrumental "Wozard of Iz" segment woz amazing

[@Finitan]

I've seen this probably 50 times, and almost every re-watch i discover something I didnt see before. Love this. Thanks for making it

[@davidholloway6950]

First they sample music, now they sample video. Genius!

[@JimmJimm1234]

Randomly found this earlier this morning and whelp I'm in love.

[@redcomet_622]

This is so perfect all the scenes line up with each other so well

[@Santos.Sarmento]

From time to time, something that really worths to be watched in KZbin! Thanks for posting. Greetings from Brazil.

[@sprainha]

ive only just discovered this... ive died and gone to heaven

[@lolaroller100]

Amazing editing. What a beautiful piece of art! ❤🧡💛🧡❤

[@pepealcazar696]

When I watched this video for the very first time did not know whether cry or laugh so I cried and laughed each time. They are simply genius. I don’t have words to express all the beauty that this video gives away. Thanks avalanches.

[@TicTacYo100]

The audio that plays at 5:09 is from a movie called Pump Up the Volume. I've been looking for it for a long time.

[@angeltesfayexo6909]

Gotta love everything in this vid but definitely was way too excited with the reference of Saturday Night Fever and The Warriors!!! Synchronized to perfection 👌🏼😌

[@lonewretch]

Started off 1980, ended 2020... brilliant.

[@edwardprice140]

2:24 THE WARRIORS, great movie.

[@brennersteph]

Hands down the best music video I have ever seen. I didn't want it to end.

[@hallvardkland3022]

What a time to be alive!!

[@tommymartinez1401]

this is the best music video. this is the best thing ever fith dimension heaven stype. bravo

[@urtypus]

again super motion picture / music video.. song as usual - great!

[@stevenkiers5533]

those were 13 minutes and 40 seconds of pure amazement to me one of most wonderful celebrations of life i ever seen bless soda_jerk and the avalanches

[@keirandcarlshow]

So many emotions. So many memories I did and not not have. This was profound on so many levels as well as perfectly encapsulating the feel of this album.

[@olekaarvaag9405]

I can't even imagine how much time and effort went into rotoscoping all the clips. That is some serious dedication to art, and I love it. I happened upon The Avalanches by chance a week or so ago, and it has not left my mind since then. It is one of those special and indefinable bands like Kaizers Orchestra. If anybody knows of other bands with the same vibe please let me know!

[@kirillsihaev93]

Великолепная работа! Ностальгия захлестывает! Уважение.

[@madazza]

This is the best music video I have ever watched! Why am I only finding it now? KZbin's Algorithm let me down on this one! I love the Avalanches

[@outmywritemind1739]

These are two of my favorite bands of all time and I cant believe I only found this today

[@ZackDaly]

I’ve never seen/heard anything so amazing. I gonna love you for this for all eternity.

[@ladymisstakimi604]

This was a cathartic experience. Thank you!

[@MadamFoogie]

The editing. I can't even. I've enjoyed this video since it's release, and I still don't know what to say. Just . . . Holy shit. 2018 was a good year, wasn't it?

[@ryanrester]

I’ve watched this dozens of times and I still find new things every single time! This is one of the most amazing things I’ve ever seen. It brought a flood of memories and feelings. I want to figure out where every scene came from! There was even a shot from The Holy Mountain! Super next level obscure!!! Thank you! Oh! And was that Run Rabbit Run?

[@tysonpalmour2466]

Wow! This has to be the best thing I have seen in awhile. Hats off to the editors.

[@StrongBad-r5c]

the transition from Emelio Esteves and CHarlie Sheen to Martin Sheen is chefs kiss.

[@yuvazques7883]

Came back to this video to say this is the best piece of media I've come across! I see that I am not alone, well done!

[@angeltesfayexo6909]

Now this is traveling back in time, a blast from the past 😎

[@theGrooveChampion]

One of the best Ever! This so clearly took as much love as it did time to make.

[@Karlmit]

Its amazing how fluid the video and sound is. Its a video I cant get away from whence I start.

[@elliottjackson6835]

This is my favorite video of all time

[@MrUndersolo]

Actually amazed at how many references I recognize... Watched too much stuff as a kid, I think... But thank you. Four pop tarts out of five.

[@Madasin_Paine]

We only believe that we forgot...

[@radioalx]

this is the best thing i've ever watched on KZbin! congratulations man!!! greetings from Argentina.

[@biancagerman9808]

Have Always Loved Thiiiss!.. Like A Beautiful Visual Time Capsule!!!. Yesss, I Adored Langston's "Genius Child-" !❤️🙏🏾🥰#JeanMichelBasquiat❤️

[@jamesmackay4529]

Wonderful - this is absolute magic thank you. What an achievement to produce something so unique and innovative and with so much heart and soul too. Thanks again I love it

[@krekcabnow2910]

This made me feel warm and fuzzy inside.

[@jeffreykazanjian2399]

Who are these guys?! I'm blown away...blown away.

[@keepinmahprivacy9754]

John & Yoko dancing through the chaos was great. It's like Revolution 9's great grand bastard.

[@monomakes]

Perhaps one of the most beautiful things I've seen on KZbin. Thank you.

[@InfectedElectronicaArchives]

Oh, it was gorgeousness and gorgeousity made flesh... I think this is the best music video I’ve ever seen

[@clementdoche3191]

I just love the fact that in the end craziness and irresponsibility is what makes you feel alive.

[@bystandergang]

rewatching this masterpiece after a long time :') this video is extremely underrated, this right here deserves ALL the views

[@darrenparr8874]

Well that was strangely and surreally screwed up, and made utterly addictive watching. I'm on my fourth watch & listen right now. Well done to whoever put this together ❤

[@williamjones2994]

Their videos are brilliant

[@detrippa5544]

Bravo! Mid Stream after a Double Drop this is the Vibe,,

[@SteveWJones]

Absolutely amazing. I’m only now discovering it but grateful I did.