Ayreon/Floor/Anneke/Marcela "Valley of the Queens" REACTION & ANALYSIS by Vocal Coach/Opera Singer

3 of the most exquisite voices in the world (Floor Jansen, Anneke van Giersbergen, and Marcela Bovio) come together in this mysterious and mesmerizing performance.
Valley of the Queens is from the Ayreon Universe, found by composer/musician Arjen Lucassen. He writes specifically for each artist - which is evident, by how beautiful he has written for these three women.
Join professional opera singer Elizabeth Zharoff, as she listens to "Valley of the Queens" for the first time.
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Performed by Ayreon - Featuring Floor Jansen, Anneke van Giersbergen, Marcela Bovio - Composed by Arjen Lucassen
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Elizabeth Zharoff is an international opera singer and voice coach, with 3 degrees in voice, opera, and music production. She's performed in 18 languages throughout major venues in Europe, America, and Asia. Currently based somewhere between Los Angeles and Tucson, Arizona, Elizabeth spends her days researching voice, singing, teaching, writing music, and recording TONS. She also plays Diablo and Dungeons & Dragons.
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#Ayreon #Reaction #ElizabethZharoff

[@ArjenALucassen]

Wow, Elizabeth... you really know what you're talking about! Very interesting, excellent observations. And thanks for pronouncing everything right, not easy! Oh... the flute player is Jeroen Goossens, not me. I can't even whistle :-) Keep up the good work!

[@lordofkiwi5144]

Thank you for you contribution to music Mr Lucassen, It is always a pleasure to listen to your creations. In these times when profitability trumps quality, your music is an oasis for the ears.

[@TheCharismaticVoice]

Thanks, Arjen! And thank you especially for both writing excellent music, and for your help in clearing the block on this video. I'm looking forward to featuring more music by you soon. Side note: I had some help from peeps on Patreon with the pronunciations. They are an awesome group, who also adore your work.

[@javierromero3976]

Wow 🤯

[@brandonbailey8318]

He said I can't even whistle🤣🥰

[@InIcarus]

We are not worthy! 😮

[@erickvalverde9444]

There's not enough Anneke Van Giersbergen in your channel. But it's great digging into these older videos and finding Ayreon.

[@Richardtv1968]

Anneke is the Godmother of all metal/symphonic vocalists …… look how proud Floor looks at her idol!

[@AdLockhorst-bf8pz]

And Floor's sister Irene also sang with AYREON ... live. And Marcela's sister was in AFTER FOREVER with her (one of Arjen's previous bands).

[@eliasreyes2404]

I love anneke

[@petedarcy7115]

@@AdLockhorst-bf8pz After Forever was Floor's first band. Marcela's sister Diana, sang back-up vocals with Stream Of Passion.

[@doomfable3378]

Marcela is a wonderful singer. Her tone is impeccable. Recommendations: Ayreon - “The Day that the World Breaks Down” (as it has some additional info on all 11 singers from Arjen himself) The Gathering - “Travel” for more Anneke

[@hermenw.huiskamp8555]

I second both :)

[@Ucalegon_]

If you want to know what Ayreon is all about you can't really find a better example than that video.

[@janhilbrandbrink6875]

I second the Ayreon one : kzbin.info/www/bejne/pXfYfn6ap9-Dp7c I would like to add the song Everybody Dies from the Universe concert : kzbin.info/www/bejne/b3KkiaeLmbJqrqc There are different versions of The Gathering bringing Travel live on KZbin. None of them are uploaded by Anneke or her band though.

[@gwaptiva]

It'll also introduce the musicians, incl the flute player.

[@rockape1954]

Marcela is the singer in Arjens group 'Stream of Passion' in which she also plays violin. Her sister is also backing her singing. Her most recent Solo album is also very good. Anneke collaborated with Arjen on 'The Gentle Storm' As well as her many genres of her own solo stuff and her band Vuur.

[@SveinJohnnyFedje]

Was shocked there is no reaction to The Gathering. Anneke's voice in her own songs and style is some of the most beautiful in the world and really takes you on a journey.

[@justdave9610]

I think it's noteworthy how Marcela changes her placement and technique depending on whether she's harmonizing with Floor or Anneke.

[@sirdrums]

She's great at arrangements. I think she helped with the vocal arrangements of the live performances, and we all can see she did an awesome job!

[@InIcarus]

She also has worked with Epica doing harmonies with Simone. I remember Simone saying something like "If we need to do the harmonies we just call Marcela, she's the go-to." in an interview. She's a true professional.

[@warhammer5690]

Marcelas a serious bad ass. Love her voice.

[@mariejunge1311]

She did also sing choir on some of the other Ayreon live performances.

[@FutileGrief]

Marcela is a beast! Arjen acknowledges a lot of the music variations and harmonies of the first Stream of Passion album to her. And of course she is a badass composer in her own right!

[@TheCharismaticVoice]

Note to all: it looks like this video is being blocked due to copyright ID match. I've disputed that (it's legally fair use), but there's a chance that the video won't be unblocked in time for the premier tomorrow. Crossing fingers that it's cleared quickly!

[@Shandathe]

Looks like it's publically available now. Thanks for the effort :-)

[@Brabbel63]

And Arjen already caught up on this reaction.

[@Luicatus]

@@Brabbel63 Yes, great Elizabeth pinned his comment at t he top

[@jpsother1183]

I watched at work and saw this comment and thought "Arjen has been known to pop up in comments, I bet if it got to him he was all 'Let her have at it!' and that's why I can see it", and I get on late tonight and behold, the Good Man Himself has left a reply. Also, Jeroen Goossens has popped up in comments on Aryeon reaction and analysis vids as well. Also a cool guy

[@TheCharismaticVoice]

Since this video is currently blocked due to content ID, I made ANOTHER video about copyright to explain why these things happen: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y5SwkqCud650brc Hoping to have the video un-blocked soon!

[@Robschaf]

Hi

[@gabelo23]

Thanks dear charismatic voice

[@obbekjaer]

Hi Elizabeth, it just popped up in my feed now here in Denmark so it looks like it has been unblocked here atleast. And that is actually something since an ongoing dispute in negotiations between Google and KODA (the Danish organisation for musicians rights) has prompted Google to block a lot of Danish, Norwegian and Finnish content for us a few months ago (Nightwish being one of those bands, although I've seen some of their music re-appearing lately).

[@johns20901]

Listening in Maryland, looks like you’ve been unblocked. As you saw from all the comments yesterday, Arjen is fan friendly and does not want his videos blocked. He is an immense talent and makes good things happen.

[@SteffenMathiasen]

@@obbekjaer Which? I did'n notice. Most of Nightwish is still blocked. (Det meste Nightwish er stadig blokeret).

[@erwinamesz7642]

The guy with the flute is Jeroen Goossens, know as The Flutomaniac (Fluitomaan in Dutch). He is THE flute and woodwind artist.

[@rickrides8352]

Arjen Lucassen talking about Jeroen Goossens: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZmPFhH5udsl4hZo

[@TheLsgaming]

Thijs van Leer might want to have a word with you :D

[@erwinamesz7642]

Thomas Jaeger Thijs in his younger year was fenomenal, but for me the current level of Jeroen is more appealing. 👍

[@MellifluentMusic]

What about Thijs van Leer? He was also at the concert. :P

[@WhiteBug]

@@MellifluentMusic nope, Thijs was at ITEC, this was at universe :--)

[@PaulEMoz]

If you want to get a true flavour of Ayreon, their most reacted to video is "The Day That The World Breaks Down". It's a 13-minute song, which is the opening track from the album "The Source", and it features 11 different singers. Naturally, all their parts within the song are quite short, and there are long instrumental passages too (in various styles), but I guess 11 vocalists will give you a lot to analyse! Arjen also made a very interesting and entertaining video, which is here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pXfYfn6ap9-Dp7c. It might not be the best suited for your style of reaction, but you might enjoy watching it anyway.

[@SeriousPoo]

Agree, that would be a tremendous song to react to. Just wait till Elizabeth hears Michael Mills. That will be epic.

[@azharibenyamin7230]

The truth is I just listen for The day that the world breaks down a couple minutes ago. And I really feel sorry for my self not to hear this song in the past 3 yrs. So I would hardly suggest you to react and analyze this wonderful wonderful song. Btw @paul morrison thank you for recomendation. And also I think this channel is the best react and analyse in the internet.

[@frankroos1167]

Personally, the best way to get a true flavour of Ayreon is to get a full album and listen to it end-to-end. Although individual songs are absolutely fanatstic, a full album is really the best way to appreciate Arjen's work. A single song out of an opera doesn't make the opera. That really goes for these things from Ayreon. Also, you will hear more of the rock thing. This particular song, as beautiful as it is, doesn't really rock. It fits really well within the Electric Castle, though. It won't be good for a reaction video, though. These albums are kind of looooooooong....although still too short.

[@toni.tapola]

@@frankroos1167 Tell me about it! For over _12 years,_ I've been, time after time, at the end of *_01011001_* (my first Ayreon, ordered it based on an advertisement), "Huh, that was 102 min 16 seconds already?" [often I then hit 'Replay'] 😅

[@toni.tapola]

Yes, _The Day That the World Breaks Down_ from Arjen's own KZbin channel: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pXfYfn6ap9-Dp7c

[@justdave9610]

You must check out the day that the world breaks down. It has so many world class singers in the song and would be a wonderful song to see you analyze.

[@Frankamaria]

yes please!

[@patrickschardt7724]

3 of the most talented female vocalists of all time and yet they are still very unknown

[@ShadowhispersBand]

Please more Ayreon. The Ayreon Universe show is a treasure chest of great songs but also fantastic singers, both male and female. The Exe of Ra, When Druids turn to Stone, Everybody dies, Ride the Comet, Comatose, just pick any, really...

[@adamhaywood4808]

When the Druids turn to Stone is wonderful

[@ShadowhispersBand]

Adam Haywood Goosebumps the whole song. The hammond organ (that roared live even more, I stood right in front of Joost) and Damian’s amazing voice. One of my favorite songs of the concert

[@RacingBrick]

And let's not forget Intergalactic space crusaders ;) Really the whole Ayreon Universe album is pure gold

[@IrisDImtv]

Comatose is a masterpiece. That whole album and also The Human Equation are top music for me.

[@markototev]

For more Ayreon from the same show you absolutely MUST listen to Damien Wilson's clear, powerful and motive voice in "And THe Druids Turn to Stone"

[@spacewalkerrr]

I've been in two concerts of Anneka and she's like the sweetest, she hugs you before you try to hug her! would you consider to analyze her EARLY years? like her '95 "strange machines" performance ? no body makes these kind of songs anymore, her signature vocal style was so influential for female fronted metal scene!

[@the_technomage]

Love this song. I agree, way too short. Anneke van Giersbergen is a trailblazer in female Dutch rock/metal vocals. She has inspired both Simone (from Epica) and Floor. Discovered so much good music during the quarantine.

[@RalfHaring]

I think Everybody Dies is a good primer. Lots of singers. More rock. Floor is in there, too. kzbin.info/www/bejne/b3KkiaeLmbJqrqc Castle Hall is another good punchy one. Arjen plays but doesn't sing on it, though it does feature Damian Wilson who is a real standout on many Ayreon songs. kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3yqkpiHbstgmbs Star of Sirrah has Floor teaming with Hansi Kürsch from Blind Guardian. I'm sure you'll get around to them one day as well. kzbin.info/www/bejne/aZWoeYSEdr-mf9E Eye of Ra is a big final number with literally dozens of singers. kzbin.info/www/bejne/pZXGgGOJmM6Hi7s Amazing Flight is one with lots of Arjen singing. There are also a couple unexpected surprises at the beginning and halfway through. kzbin.info/www/bejne/qGasmqele72Wbac

[@juyifan7933]

I agree, "Everybody Dies" is probably the best introduction.

[@peterliddle4546]

👍

[@treintje1001]

Great suggestions and kuddos for providing the url’s! 😉👍 However the best intro imho is the official video from The Day The World Breaks Down, as it provides a look behind the scenes, you really get to see how Arjen works and what Ayreon is all about. And it’s an awesome track as well! 😉🤘

[@seanmurphy637]

Marcella does such a fantastic job here with the harmonies. She has to change her tone depending on which of the other 2 she is harmonizing with. And, if course, I agree. This is much too short. We need more from Aeryon asap. The Day That The World Breaks Down would be great.

[@ausalazarc]

I read in one of your comments that you would like to listen more to Marcela, and you totally should do it. She's an amazing singer. I wish she could get more love and recognition.

[@sirdrums]

She should check out some songs of Marcela's older band, Elfonia.

[@adamhaywood4808]

@@sirdrums or Stream of Passion

[@ehcarbles1623]

Stream of Passion (Marcela vocals) - Street Spirit, front the live DVD Memento 👌

[@AdLockhorst-bf8pz]

Try MaYaN 😊 DHYANA is a three languages duet with Marcela...

[@vigridr7614]

Ayreon's compositions are unmatched.

[@alextol9950]

Ayreon is basically just one guy, as you probably already know. He's very active on social media so do not be too surprised is he pops up here. Arjen Anthony Lucassen is generally pretty cool with what you guys are doing so if you have copyright issues then it is no problem to contact him through his website or facebook. Arjen makes progressive rock and there are no rules there. He will throw anything into it that he feels that the song or album needs.

[@angelacorrea9606]

I would have liked to hear more of Marcela. She did a beautiful job with lovely harmonies but having a moment for her voice to shine independently from Floor and Anneke would have really highlighted just how incredibly talented all three women truly are, each in their own unique way. I do so enjoy your reaction videos, your enthusiasm for music and voice is so bright and catching. I wish some of my past voice teachers had had that kind of enthusiasm for the more unique, less mainstream voices. I'm already looking forward to your next video!

[@rdantunano]

Marcela's performance of Out in the Real World from Electric Caste live is amazing.

[@sirdrums]

@@rdantunano I second this. Check Out in the Real World from Electric Caste live. Marcela just shines here!

[@macoukji]

In a reply to another reaction video which focused specifically on the flute playing, the flautist himself (Jeroen Goossens, username fluitomaan on KZbin) explained, "those are 2 Irish low whistles (indeed big tin whistles), one tuned in D and the other one tuned in C [.] Indeed 6 holes on the front, but also 1 on the back (which is kinda rare)" kzbin.info/www/bejne/eWSkqYqkjbCSb5o - should be one of the top comments.

[@macoukji]

Another great thing is Floor's constant appreciation of the instrumentalists or band she's working with. I regularly see her thanking the band whenever she's guesting with another group. In another video of this same performance, you can see that the applause in the middle is because Floor is highlighting the flautist, and you can see at the end of his solo, she nods at him in appreciation. kzbin.info/www/bejne/qYLLiJSYnM1nidk

[@macoukji]

@András Ács Yup, and in a couple of the videos where Floor is guesting with Epica, you can see she turns and gives respect to the orchestra conductor as well. I always found that so classy.

[@chris_j2665]

There's so much love for Anneke out there, her voice always has a little hint of her accent coming through that adds a little 'something' to everything she does. I would recommend having a look at one of Anneke's and Arjen's projects The Gentle Storm and in particular a track called The storm, Marcela is the backing singer they combine perfectly. Marcela deserves so much more recognition, she's awesome.

[@Alvvays667]

For more Ayreon, 'The Day That The World Breaks Down' (with 11 singers) and 'Everybody Dies' are very good and popular examples. But maybe one of the songs of the newest album (released just this Friday 25th) would be nice as a thank you for Arjen for helping out personally to unblock your video? To promote the new album a bit 😉 Also appreciate that you mentioned the timing on 'THE'. Such details on little imperfections make a reaction&analysis video even better. And these ladies can appreciate it too, as they all three are voice teachers. I think you could actually see from Floor's smile to the others, they knew it right then, handled it and smiled it away without regret.

[@patrickdejong723]

The only problem I have with this song is it's too short

[@ludovicm.1848]

100% agreed

[@countgeekula9143]

Agreed. It's glorious but too short. 😁

[@ikkeschopkont]

I know right, every time... Darn... Already :(

[@Bonez0r]

The song doesn't have that many different melodies (the singing is repeating the same melody over and over, and then there's the flute part that's different), I think it would become repetitive if it were longer. IMO it's just the right length.

[@greywuuf]

Too short by at least a factor of 4

[@glennwehmeyer]

Arjen is so amazing. For more Anneke you'll find her working with Devin Townsend on multiple albums and she was on an Amorphis album. Amorphis - Amongst Stars is one of Anneke's best songs. Of course, she did a whole 'solo' album with Arjen as well. So much amazing music and so little time :)

[@djstraylight]

Anneke van Giersbergen's first band was The Gathering from her native Netherlands. Look for The Gathering Confusion live for one of her earliest performances.

[@glennwehmeyer]

@@djstraylight Good call on The Gathering and a great vid: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iIWsg4eLfNafgJo A twenty-something Anneke belting out some acid/gothic rock.

[@JanJvG]

I can literally lose days when I start listening to Anneke' insane large repertoire. Her own calmer albums are also nice to listen to with her other band agua annique besides the Project Vuur with the same musician's as Ayreon. + Here on KZbin there is a really nice duet album that is not on Spotify or Deezer. Or the show with an orchestra. And all the nice collaborations she had done. Just amazing!

[@JamesDoebbler]

This entire show was so epic, so many amazing singers. I was lucky enough to experience it live, twice. Damian Wilson is such an awesome chap, would love to see you analyze "And the Druids Turned to Stone" from this same show.

[@RudyBleeker]

I'm jealous you were there.

[@Katiriaa84]

I want this song to be played at my funeral

[@alexanderfontane9412]

Truly angelic voices. It gave me chills!

[@shoemaker688]

Marcela glues it all together. Great! And I'm a Floor and Anneke fan. Great reaction Elizabeth!

[@peruru2476]

Yay, it's unblocked. Love the song in all it's iterations. The original one with Anneke, the one Floor did on the Star One Tour in 2002, the one Marcela did from her living room, or even the one from a release party, which is a not so great recording from the audience but has Floor playing the flute 😆. And then of course there is this one from Ayreon Universe with those 3 lovely ladies together ❤. Also, lovely reaction as always. Unfortunate that the block had hit you of all people reacting to Ayreon. Maybe the coincidence with the release of the new album on friday wasn't favourable. But who knows, now it's back up....wohooo 😃 For a different more metal song from Ayreon, you could try "Everybody Dies".

[@gregjetnikoff7124]

3 insanely wonderful voices. Yet when Floor sings I tear up...HOW DOES SHE DO IT!!!!!!

[@kirbys1370]

Hi Elizabeth! Finally, I'm Very Happy that You were able to Premiere this video. I LOVE this Song and Performance and I also LOVE your New Orange Top! All Three Women (All Queens) have a Beautiful Sweet Voice (Clear and Strong) in this Very Intimate Ballad!! And Congratulations on your clear pronunciation of, "Arjen Lucassen!!!" Well Done and Thank You, Elizabeth!!! :-) :-) :-)

[@jonno55]

Music and above all voices to get maximum goosebumps!! Ayreon is worldclass prog music, with top musicians and top of the bill singers (female and male).

[@Mr.Myrdok]

Anneke is the godmother of symphonic metal. Pretty much every female symphonic metal singer cites her as the biggest influence for them getting into the genre.

[@hisk7263]

I would love to hear your reaction to “everybody dies” from the live Ayreon Universe. I would also love to hear a conversation about it between you, @Chase Carneson, @Julia Nilon and @TankTheTech because I learn the most from the four of you and neither of you done that song jet. All of you approach your reactions from a different angle. Yes, I know, asking a lot, but it would be nice :-) one can dream right?

[@rockape1954]

Everybody Dies - is a classic :)

[@one42chrisp]

So glad this is now available to see. I agree, this song is much, much too short. More Ayreon and more Marcela would be much appreciated.

[@hansgruber2913]

You really have to listen to Anneke sing a song called "Travel" with a symphony (from the album "Anneke Van Giersbergen Symphonized" It is an absolute masterpiece

[@michaelstamper5604]

Utterly sublime. I have no other words.

[@silversabith]

Its so awesome they unblocked this and Arjen commented and complimented you on it.

[@boomstinbang6841]

Sweet! All three ladies are amazing! Extra love to Marcela who isn't as well known like the two other ladies and doesn't always get the love and kudos she deserves

[@sirdrums]

At least the metal scene here at Marcela's home town is very very proud of her!

[@stasa-X]

I love Marcela Bovio, she is amazing singer but I do agree that she hasn't the glory of the two other ladies which also i love.

[@jaapblaauw3735]

This whole album ( into the electric castle) was also done live last year( live show called Into the electric castle and other tales) where only Anneke is on lead vocals on this song, just like on the album!

[@Drew_pew_pew_pew]

In Belgium we had the 'Metal Female Voices Fest', a 3 day festival and a combi ticket costed around 83€. In 2013 this was just a part of the line up for Sunday: Tarja, ReVamp (band with Floor Jansen), Anneke Van Giersbergen , Stream of Passion (band with Marcela),.... It was a very chill festival and most of the time band members watched the other shows from within the crowd. At the time I didn't understand how lucky I was and I'm afraid I will never have the chance again to have such an experience. I had the luck to see Anneke perform in a local bar for a very intimate acoustic set. She made some mistakes on her guitar but with her smile and silly jokes you looked past that.

[@franciscoflg]

There are so many ayeron music what you needed to listen. I have 1000% for sure do you will enjoy ayeron. I suggest for the next one "everybody dies".

[@TheButterflyChaos]

Anneke is just lovely♥️ well, all these ladies are amazing! But I just Adore Anneke's voice so much!

[@TheButterflyChaos]

Recommend The Gathering - Strange machines! Ooooor, just Anneke - Wasted years (Iron Maiden cover) live!

[@marcblachman2322]

Keep the Ayreon going! Arjen pulls in all this amazing talent. You could dedicate a whole channel to his work and never be redundant. Love your analysis! Thanks so much

[@johnwade7410]

I had no doubt that you would get this video unblocked, Arjen is a really great guy. What a super reaction Elizabeth! I love these ladies together, their harmonies are otherworldly. La trio bella!

[@eTraxx]

Watched this again .. the third or fourth time .. in part because I simply love this piece of glorious music .. but also to watch the simple joy of Elizabeth's

[@MroMroMarc]

You're so authentic on your reactions! And a Floor's fan. And you really know what you are talking about. I binge-watched a lot of your videos. Saying "let's go back a little more" a lot of times shows a real memorable music moment appreciator. Just love how you do it. =D

[@marcelabrack]

Just dive into this concert Ayreon Universe. There's tons of gems! And the druids turn to stone, everybody dies, the theory of everything (with Marcela), Magnetism (with Anneke), the Eye of Ra (with Floor and her sister who also sings amazing Irene Jansen and then all the singers together)

[@angelmunoz1975]

really a beautiful song and a wonderful reaction

[@angelmunoz1975]

the other song that has a different trait from Nightwish and Floor is Yours is An Empty Hope ... react please

[@valeriududau3218]

try Ayreon - Everybody Dies (Ayreon Universe) .

[@ChrisPage68]

I love that song. It always gives me a chuckle.

[@ArekMateusiak]

yes, i also recommed it, also i highly recommend eye of ra :-D kzbin.info/www/bejne/pZXGgGOJmM6Hi7s

[@simsjo]

Oh totally!!

[@JHofman666]

Just from the Ayreon Universe there are a ton of great videos. “River of Time” with Hansi Kürsch (Blind Guardian) and Marko Hietala (Nightwish), “Day Sixteen: Looser” with Michael Mills (Toehider, amazing voice), “And the Druids turn to stone” with Damian Wilson (Maiden United, Headspace, Treshold, Star One and many more) “Magnetism” with Tommy Karevik (Kamelot), Anneke van Giersbergen (The Gathering, Devin Townsend Project, The Gentle Storm, VUUR) and Marko Hietala. Just a few that I absolutely love from that concert, but basically all of the discography of Arjen ;)

[@alexiserni1152]

She should just lean back and listen the whole show, something nobody should miss :) Anyway I woud add "Intergalactic Space Crusader" to your shoty list - I think Maggy Luyten is excellent in the song (Damian as well of course).

[@JHofman666]

Absolutely love Maggy in this concert and Damian, well he is Damian :)

[@Evil_Peter]

I loved this reaction. Always great to see a knowledgeable musical mind react to Ayreon. I'd recommend doing The Day that the World Breaks Down next as not only is it a big song with eleven singers involved, it also has annotations made by Arjen that will further shed light on the song, the singers, the musicians, and also some of the gear that's being used. I think it's a great step off point to get into this project.

[@markototev]

Try The Gathering - Travel or Waking hour from the Noise Severe DVD. She deserves her own song at this point :).

[@revylokesh1783]

Yeah, by this point, a lot of reactors_know_ her. She's everywhere, with Devin, with Amorphis, with Ayreon, yet nobody ever seems to react to _The Gathering._ It's a shame really, she's such an inspirational singer and such a nice person in general.

[@mvanderplas2275]

Yes on the Gathering, just not A Noise Severe. Listen to Travel on youtube and on bandcamp. The youtube version sounds wrong compared to the bandcamp one. I'm quite sure they used the wrong audio track from the DVD. Same goes for Valley of the Queens from Electric Castle Live I suspect.

[@ehcarbles1623]

Yep, those two songs exactly were the ones tha I was about to recommend :D

[@lompeos7388]

Travel from their TG25 concert

[@grungegrumpy3585]

Aye, Anneke would really deserve some central stage time in this channel by now. Imo her performances at the The Gathering TG25 concert doing 'Travel' and 'On most surfaces' are quite exemplary of her stunning vocal capabilities and impressive sound. Add their live version of 'Strange Machines' on Pinkpop '96 and you get both a nice picture of her development through the decades, while also getting an idea of how she inspired a whole generation of lead female metal singers and while getting a hunch of The Gathering's grunge and Pink Floyd roots and inspiration. Anneke explored a very broad range of styles, with maybe only progrock elements and her unique vocal presence as a common denominator. The 2015 Masters of Rock performance of 'The Storm' by Anneke's and Arjen's mutual proggy project 'The Gentle Storm' is also worth a listen as it shows both an excellent Anneke as lead and Marcela as support. Both rougher and lighter stuff by Anneke and Devin with The Devin Townsend Project is also worth experiencing: varying from 'Kingdom' and 'Grace' in the Retinal Cicrcus show to 'Ih Ah'. Finally, Anneke's cooperations with Danny Cavanagh and similar artists along with her solo acoustic performances are worth a listen. Edit: Oh, and might I mention Ayreon's 'Comatose' performed by Anneke and Katatonia's Jonas Renske? :)

[@breakneck1975]

Dear Elizabeth, Ayreon albums are in the genre 'Progressive' rock, in wich everything can happen. Some of his albums are more rock/folk others are rock/metal. This song is from 'Into the electric castle' wich is a more rock/folk album. The song I suggested a couple of times 'the day that the world breaks down' is from the album 'the source' and thats more of a rock/metal album. This song has all 11 singers in it that are featured on this album. The day before yesterday (25 sept. 2020) his latest album 'transitus' was released btw.

[@articircle]

you have a great ear for detail - I never would have noticed the slightly different starts on the final phrase. I love the genuine enthusiasm in your reactions! i’d be cool to see your take on Marcela Bovio’s lead work. Her old band Stream of Passion has an Ayreon connection - it was originally formed as a side project of Arjen Lucassen. I’d recommend A War of Our Own. Or her current band MaYaN’s song Dhyana - like Valley of the Queens it’s a gentle song compared to the rest of the band’s songs, but it beautifully showcases both Marcela’s and Laura Macri’s vocals (the band has a whopping 5 vocalists)

[@tjitsekoster9379]

Shivers, everytime I hear this. I could listen to a whole album of these women harmonizing.

[@danielgro1039]

My dear Elizabeth, do you inow what i like so much about your videos? I can see from your face expressions just wothin seconds what you think about a song... I can see from your eye movement and from your body tension how much you are into a song... You are a petson like i am as well... Someone who cant hide feelings and emotions when it comes to music... I love how you analyse every song like on point... I like how you are open for new experiences (i remember you when you reacted to Jinger or LornaShore whom i love) thank you for that

[@janhromas7276]

Thank you so much for this reaction video, Elizabeth. I really appreciate your work. Your knowledge and analysis. You´re doing great. These female singers are some of the best singers in the rock and metal scene. Very beautiful song. Keep up the great work, Elizabeth :-).

[@Freeze014]

I hope Marcela will get the love she deserves.

[@TheCharismaticVoice]

I'd love to hear Marcela more. It was apparent during this song that she is capable of much more.

[@Freeze014]

​@@TheCharismaticVoice She is currently in MayaN and used to be in Stream of Passion, the link is an example of their very last concert: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qn-4g2x_ebV3g5I

[@nadiauribe6202]

If You really want to go into something different, You could check out her work in "Elfonia", which is a mexican goth metal band. Marcela started there. The band doesn't exist anymore, but has a very interesting and unique sound.

[@ShadowhispersBand]

The Charismatic Voice Check out Dhyana by MaYaN. A great soft duett with Laura Macri, an absolute gorgeous singer and such a lovely person, like everyone in MaYaN.

[@nathanberry4849]

@@TheCharismaticVoice All three women in this video are monsters, but yeah Marcela is absolutely equal in skill. I recommend Powerless - (From Unprecedented - The Piano Sessions) It's on Marcela's personal channel.

[@filipvanderkelen9580]

The live Version of twisted coil with Damian Wilson singing. A Song from another project Guilt Machine by Arjen Lucassen

[@Scherzo-mk4ih]

This. A million times this

[@RudyBleeker]

Highly recommended

[@janhromas7276]

I don´t understand how anyone can afford to block your great work, which doesn´t hurt anyone at all, but educates!! My opinion :-).

[@andrewsitek190]

Always more Ayreon. The man is a musical genius and needs more exposure. Especially as someone that appreciates musical theater, you'd love Ayreon. The Day That The World Breaks Down is fantastic and he has some interesting information come up on the official video

[@dallassukerkin6878]

Thank you, Elizabeth, for highlighting this glorious piece ... and for reminding me its about time I paid for a copy of it ...

[@gwaptiva]

Goosebumps all around; such a lovely simple little song, so well done. Oh, and it's something like a tenor or baritone tin whistle.

[@matthewmunson6098]

I truly love your reactions and your honesty let alone you're a very beautiful woman and your voice so well and soft spoken I'm so glad I may subscriber of your channel and of course the queen floor just kills it as always

[@Carrinthe]

Hi Elizabeth. Oh, how wonderful it is you discovered Ayreon my favorite "band" even more than Nightwish or Epica. I'm glad you enjoyed it so much. Your're reactions are just the best, I just love how you ooze enjoyment listening for the first time to my favorite music. There's a lot to talk about. Starting with the wonderful and very talented Jeroen Goossens the man with the flute. At the moment he's a member of the instrumental band Flairck and has done a lot of Ayreon through the years. He reacted to a reaction video of flutist Heline where he wrote: "In fact those are 2 Irish low whistles (indeed big tin whistles), one tuned in D and the other one tuned in C Indeed 6 holes on the front, but also 1 on the back (which is kinda rare) " All three ladies have sung Valley of the queens at one time or another by themselves and all three have been loyal contributors to the Ayreon projects through the years. You know all about Floor by now and I would encourage you to do more Floor reactions, there's no such thing as too much Floor in my book. Anneke,.... the grandmother of dutch "female fronted metal" and inspiration of Floor and Simone Simmons and everyone after her. I can't describe how much I love Anneke. I love her work with her former band "the Gathering" and I would love a reaction to her tribute to mozart "The Gathering - Travel" their 25 years reunion concert is a great rendition. Also from the same concert "The Gathering - On Most Surfaces" is a great showcase of Anneke's unique voice. She's done a lot with Devin Townsend who revers to her as "heavy metal Tinkerbell", she spreads magic everywhere she sings. Want to see some magic between Devin and Anneke? Look no further than Ih Ah,... You are going to LOVE it, especially considering you are already a fan of Devin. I do sometimes wonder if Devin's wife enjoyed that concert though,.... I would melt if Anneke looked at me that way :D There is so much more but I just have to stop. Marcela is maybe the lesser known of the three and that's a crying shame as she's just as good as the other two. The intricacies of the harmonies you heard where probably from her hand as Arjen works with her on these things. I'm very happy to say she recently recovered from a serious health scare and is now completely cancer free. She had her own band "Streams of Passion" which started in 2005 as an Ayreon sideproject and developed from there until they disbanded in 2016. She now sings in Mayan and also does a lot of backing vocals, for example for Epica. Want to see what she's capable of and want to see Arjen Lucassen and his girlfriend Lori Linstruth on guitar (a very rare sight, I will explain further on). "Stream Of Passion - Passion (Rijssen)". She was one of the lead vocal's on the Ayreon album "the Human equation" which later was developed in a live show called "the Theater Equation" from that concert I would highly recommend one of my favorite Ayreon songs: The Theater Equation - Day Four Mystery Ayreon is a long going project by musical genius Arjen Lucassen. It's a blend of rock, metal, folk, blues. One of the big names in prog. When you get invited to an Ayreon project you can be assured you are one of the best. The list of star performers that worked with Arjen and keep working with him is huge. "The Day That The World Breaks Down" video is not live but it is a great introduction in what Ayreon is all about and you have 11 singers to analyse :) . Arjen (and Lori) are known to be very reclusive in their lives and he rarely performs because he's got tremendous stage fright and is very uncomfortable in front of a crowd. That he does it anyway is such a brave thing to do. Lori stopped playing the guitar, she stated she doesn't enjoy it anymore. It's a shame because she's amazing. She does however play a huge part in the Ayreon projects behind the scenes. And she wrote the lyrics of one of the Ayreon sideprojects: Guilt Machine. From that side project comes my recommendation "Ayreon - Twisted Coil (Electric Castle And Other Tales)" with the amazing Damian Wilson on vocals. Damian is one of my favorite metal singers of all time. He even was considered as the replacement when Bruce Dickinson left Iron Maiden. Due to practical travel considerations they decided to choose someone else at the time. I would also very much recommend a performance Arjen himself called one of his favorites. From the Ayreon Universe concert: Ayreon - And The Druids Turned To Stone. Ah heck because it's so much fun, from the same concert: Ayreon - Intergalactic Space Crusaders (Universe) Well I've been rambling on much to long now, kudos if you've come this far without losing interest :) But that's what you get when you react to my favorite music :D Cheers!

[@paradisecostarica4986]

I love to see how people are moving this woman to my exact set of musical tastes. And I love to see there is so many people which such a good taste in music.

[@joelmartincrawford]

I really enjoy your videos. As a classically trained musician who works exclusively with classical music as my day job, but absolutely loves rock and metal music, I really appreciate your skilled and well informed analysis.

[@Wavecaster05]

Ayreon is such a deep well of talent to explore. It seems many people have reacted to 'The Day that the World Breaks Down' as their introduction, and it's a great start with 11 different singers. Arjen comments throughout the video about the story, singers, instrumentalists and the gear he used on the album. It's 13 minutes that feels like it goes so quickly.

[@esauhernandez5557]

Ayreon, has been one of the bands that taught me to better appreciate voices, and Arjen is a great person, and makes incredible musical fusions, there is a lot of material in that concert for you to analyze, thanks for your video. PS: could you analyze Anneke with the song Travel (A Noise Severe) by Gathering

[@serguei666]

wow...how long searching for one reaction of this song!!! My firts album of Ayreon...and in love until now. Arjen the best musician genius!!! I subscribe now. Graciñas e saúdos ☠🤘

[@skwatson2617]

I am absolutely loving your reactions and discovering these stunning renditions. I am now such a fan of Floor too

[@CaffeineNightOwl]

a beautiful reaction to a beautiful song. thank you, elizabeth.

[@febed01]

Nice to see you again :) Arjen knows how to write for background vocals -- never boring to hear and probably to sing. For more Marcela on that concert there's "The Theory Of Everything" (with the also amazing Michael Mills), "Day 11: Love" (with Edward Reekers)

[@Thlayli7]

Three amazing singers! Anneke my favourite female vocalist. And I'm new to Ayreon (came via The Gentle Storm) - so, SO good!

[@johanstenborg1465]

The Day That The World Breaks Down would be a good song to try next. Lots of great singers, awesome video and a really amazing track.

[@tonyclark9155]

Hi Elizabeth, I was searching your channel specifically for a reaction video to Marcela Bovio. I was definitely not dissipated to find this one, what an amazing song and so well performed! Marcela is the singer for Dark Horse White Horse and I'm absolutely in love with their song Judgement Day and it would be thrilling to get you analysis of that song. Thanks.

[@Dragonsinger71]

Nice choice, IMHO, to give reaction. The feel of a round, Celtic in nature, and definitely one I really like, too. As lush and lovely as the entire piece is, I'm especially blown away by the ending. As you pointed out, it's so lovely, but for me the big selling point is that it's a capella, which raises the delicacy and beauty to an even higher level. The entire concert is stellar; no doubts there. I love that delicate, acoustic driven pieces like this imbued the overall show with a ton more emotion by providing a sense of texture that prevented it from becoming just another progressive metal show, while also showcasing the broad talents of Arjen Anthony Lucassen.

[@emielbrander1323]

Hi Elizabeth, Ayreon yes!!!! Glad that it is unblocked. I would definitely check out "The day the world breaks down " (11 vocalists) and " Everybody dies (8 vocalists). Also " The eye of Ra" and Intergalactic spac ecrusaders" have some awesome vocals. From Anneke I suggest you give the song "Strange Machines" from her previous band the Gathering a listen. I love your channel!!!

[@26cheatahuk]

Another superb reaction .Thank you. A truly fun one you could try is Ayreon "Everybody Dies" which is not as bad as it sounds. If you do this be ready for Floors great entrance.

[@niksur1201]

Glad it is back up and we can enjoy your reaction to this awesome piece.

[@guitarplayerz4893]

Great reaction video, Elizabeth!!! I would recommend Ayreon "The Day the World Break's Down". There are 11 vocalists in the video, which will be a lot to comment on, but it's definitely worth it. You won't be disappointed.

[@mrwomby5007]

From the same live show try listening to Into The Black Hole. This has Floor’s sister Irene, Marcella, and Lisette on backing vocals: spine-tingling!

[@Jason-Dawg]

I love the stopping. It gives a chance to understand what is being heard in those small pieces to fully understand the overall piece. Love your reactions and how animated you are in describing what you hear.

[@kezca]

Yay its unblocked, so could enjoy this lovely performance with you and enjoying your reaction to this. Thankyou.

[@johnforsyth7987]

Wonderful reaction Elizabeth. The music was wonderful. Please do more reactions like this one.

[@superluiyo]

Your analyzes are so complete that nothing escapes you, always from the sensitivity that art deserves. That makes you a more beautiful person. Thanks for rewinding !!! And I want to suggest a reccion for Anneke van Giersbergen & Devin Towsend Project - Supercrush (Addicted Live) it's amazing what they accomplish together. Your work is excellent!

[@ciflores0]

I would love to see more Marcela! I'm not familiar with her myself, but I think she's been the primary vocalist of some other Ayreon performances.

[@PaulEMoz]

Marcela first worked with Arjen in 2003. He liked her contribution so much that he formed a new band called Stream of Passion, featuring Marcela as lead vocalist. Here's the official video of the single from that album: kzbin.info/www/bejne/g2bNoWCDoK2qrKs

[@ciflores0]

@@PaulEMoz What are some of your favourite songs with Marcela? Doesn't matter if it's Ayreon, MaYaN, Stream of Passion or whatever. I'm really interested in hearing more of her!

[@EKOrTT]

Other Ayreon songs with great singing are Merlin's Will (the Ayreon Universe performance) And the Druids Turn to Stone, and The Castle Hall.

[@nornog]

Thank you! I have never heard of this band for lack of a better word, I am going to have to listen to more of there work.

[@ahhhricardo]

OMG!!!! Can't believe you reacted to this song!!! I love it deeply. You definetely should hear other Ayreon's songs.

[@Süleyman.Gök]

Your reactions and mimics make songs that you listen much better :)

[@reaverthewizard]

Thanks for doing an Ayreon song. Big and pleasant surprise for me. Also enjoying the new album!

[@someonesusingmyname]

Anneke is probably my favorite singer ever, but Marcela's vibrato at the end of the second chorus just gives me chills.

[@ralphskyperion1699]

It’s great to see the maestro Arjen commenting on your wonderful reaction Elizabeth. This track is from Into the Electric Castle, probably my favourite of Arjen/Ayreons album. There are some amazing tracks on it, including Isis & Osiris and Amazing Flight. Thank you so much and keep reacting.

[@justdave9610]

Yay! So glad this got unblocked. Loved your reaction to such a beautiful song.

[@madbadhatter]

These three together. Wow. Wasnt familiar with Marcela but she has a beautiful voice! Anneke.........her solo albums are fantastic and her voice is just........wonderful!! And Floor. My god Floor, is there nothing she cannot sing?! Bravo to all three and the band!!