The Contortionist - Language I: Intuition

Music video by The Contortionist performing Language I: Intuition. 2014 Entertainment One U.S., LP

[@uraharamitchell7250]

Give that Sound Engineer a cookie...and a Grammy.

[@GhANeC]

And that beautiful model/actress, and the concept artist for this video, and the director. And, why not, the freakin next level musicians 😉

[@mrbananaman8032]

@@GhANeC because the sound is out of this world. It's full, deep, thick yet all parts are also clear and punchy as hell. It's pretty much perfect. This song could have sounded literally completely different with a different engineer.

[@petarpavasovic6333]

Jamie King is the literal god

[@HoloceneNamesake]

A Cookie Grammy made of Sound! 🤘

[@stubkar]

Or just find out who built the delay pedal....

[@Youshallbeeatenbyme]

6 years later and I still get chills listening to this song.

[@bowietwombly5951]

I wasn't ready to realize this came out 6 years ago already 😳

[@Youshallbeeatenbyme]

@@bowietwombly5951 Feels really strange doesn't it?

[@hugopdrums704]

I was just telling my mother the exact moment on which I first listened to this song 6 years ago. Time goes by really fast

[@daysabillo6924]

Saaame

[@karlkanner3467]

same

[@felipe8511]

the perfectionist

[@phenomenaldouchebag6520]

Meaning

[@niovus4053]

Their songs are perfect

[@neomaredi5922]

I listened to their entire discography and they are a very special band. Ther must be something the water out there #frackinglikefuck

[@floridafunk1112]

Felipe Vieira 😂😂😂dead

[@emadeathmetal1264]

@@neomaredi5922 There must be something in the water. Where he lie, where he lieeeee.

[@rollpoze]

I appreciate the bassist in this band....i think he's a big part of their sound...

[@juancarlosarizaduran3537]

WORD!

[@shr3dgaming905]

Oath brother.

[@masondeitrick]

Stanley Yelnats makes sense.. many Robby and his brother are really the two obelisks of this group. Bands that have members that are related always have some sort of edge.

[@petarpavasovic6333]

@@masondeitrick Kings of Leon comes to mind. They're sick as well.

[@cosmicsea7]

His accents with the drum kick is perfect.

[@KillTheCause]

The drummers writing and playing skills is absolutely perfect.

[@lmao1537]

Tomas Haake soft version

[@pickles632]

@@lmao1537 hmm.. i kind of like that. He's another idle of mine.

[@rusty345]

I thought the same, the drum line is amazing

[@CoolHandLulu87]

Really? Another Neil Peart?

[@eduardoGentile720]

Those Ghost notes are juicy

[@stephenhood2440]

A perfect example of a band where every member plays a vital role in the sound

[@royalvivace1]

This band has been one of my favorites. It comes back into my life in different intervals whenever I need to connect back to myself

[@JohnC546]

If you're here for "br00tal breakdowns" and "no clean vocals" you're in the wrong place. The Contortionist is not a deathcore band. They are a progressive band and each album shows that. There's something about this band that pleases pretty much everything I enjoy musically.

[@SparklessBlasphemy96]

JohnC546 Amen!!!

[@WintersunForever]

JohnC546 They also nothing as good as wintersun.

[@boof1990]

JohnC546 A good friend of mine is mostly in to that stuff, and he kept telling me about two bands - Born of Osiris and The Contortionist. I listened to Born of Osiris and hated it, told him we just didn't like the same kind of music. Fast forward about 6 months and this very song played on my Pandora while I was working. When I checked the name I did two things - buy every contortionist album and apologize to my buddy.

[@Tossen98]

JohnC546 What's with the hostile tone? You don't need to lash out against deathcore or any other genre. I haven't seen a single comment here complaining about the soft nature of this song. Just enjoy The Contortionist :)

[@OdysseyDawnMusic]

Cake4Win You obviously can't read very well. He's not lashing out against deathcore. He simply stated they're not a deathcore band. Please learn to read more carefully before posting something and looking like a fool.

[@GrizzGaming38]

Almost forgot to watch this masterpiece this week. Glad I remembered, peak music.

[@farhathussain4534]

This album healed me.

[@DMRCapitalHill]

Why isn't this in the millions

[@andrewcox3130]

Daley Radford Daley!!

[@shubhamshende1764]

Now it is

[@ernieBMX]

Because rap...

[@theflyingcrud]

@@ernieBMX nah, just lack of exposure. Lots of great hip hop (yes, it exists) gets like no plays either. Great art rarely gets much attention sadly

[@aureliomoreira3860]

1.5 milion \o/

[@williejack9930]

Seeing them live was probably one of the best experiences of my life.

[@MycketTuff]

Lies. It's always chocolate.

[@billyreinhardt2040]

One of the best shows I went to Btbam, Animals as leaders, and The Contortionist all in one show. I was high AF too on really good Dro. 🙂

[@bassheadjazz2708]

Seen them live 4 times since 2014, they step their game up every time.

[@hannahrowe3902]

nicee

[@dillonq7072]

​@@billyreinhardt2040i caught that tour in PA at stage ae. Best live performance from all 3. The queen cover topped it all off

[@kimberlynaa.]

I bet the lyrics are in the comments already, but I couldn't find them lol. So here: Begin hyper-communication Restore our vision Of natural progression Rise in groves to reclaim the source The center We will be the salvation the Mother seeks Traversing in all directions Reaching Expanding Balance finds it's place Reaching for the Mother Sun Rooted to intuition You are the language Ever-flowing Ever-echoing Drift with the ebb and flow Drift with the ebb and flow Ebb and flow Ebb and flow Ebb and flow Ebb and flow Intuition sets in Branching out from your seed to seek Contrived sense of inception Intuition speak to me

[@johnnyashtray]

That's like a spell to reach a higher dimension or something. Wow

[@element19ch]

@@johnnyashtray try it.

[@elscourou6654]

imagine listening to this song whilst driving on a very long, reasonably quiet, smooth road at dusk

[@lordreyna6924]

El Scourou it’s amazing 😊

[@ballpython324]

This is what I do twice a week with 4 beers and pack of cigarettes

[@stylherc]

I'm about to in a couple of weeks

[@insertname8889]

The exact setting where i was when i first listened to this song What an incredible hit of endorphines gat damn

[@ThePoehladian]

Done it 👍

[@PacoRobbins]

Best use of a delay pedal ever.

[@Ahtnagarp]

Yess, that's kickasss

[@jeefuji]

3:03 is the best musical moment i heard this last two years. 4:07 is the best new musical moment i heard this last one minute and four seconds. Omg, i need this album.

[@jeefuji]

In fact this is exactly the kind of music i searched since i'm 16yo. Other groups play this kind of awesome music ? Which one ? Please.

[@combatwombatt]

ayy dawg you can try out TesseracT and Monuments. they're both the same subgenre and they both are pretty incredible.

[@juzzyski]

djent is totally a genre ^ what this guy said, they are both kickass bands

[@WGSen]

Jean-Hugues Gilbert check out Textures as well

[@jeefuji]

I know Monument, Texture and Tesseract but it's not really the same feel (expect tesseract maybe, I'm a huge fan anyway) Some talk me about Cynic.

[@Oh_its_Mike]

I listen to this band and after every song I just look over at my guitars and think, "why cant you do that?" Also, this bands guitar player (the one with the glasses) has probably the best form I've ever seen. When I saw them live I was just entranced by his playing.

[@terran236]

how would you compare him with paul waggoner? Paul has damn good form as well.

[@Oh_its_Mike]

***** Haha, I wouldn't even compare them at all ;)

[@KillSwitch66627]

He does have fantastic technique. Between his hand placement and how high he has his guitar I think he is classically trained.

[@terran236]

***** practically anyone who wants to play very well and accurate has their guitar high up id say.

[@KillSwitch66627]

***** I'm aware of that fact I tend to play guitar pretty high up.

[@GhANeC]

I can barely even deal with how perfect 2:13 to 3:50 is.

[@jonathanhall7201]

ghoawaynetcabo Exactly the same as me to the second. Best part of the song.

[@GhANeC]

***** Every sound and instrument and transition during this whole part is so balanced and synchronised and harmonious and clean. Even the video falls perfectly in this environment. Makes you want to be there, in that warm green forest, sitting next to that girl under the rain, while this song fills the air, as if it's coming from the trees.

[@aureliomoreira3860]

ghoawaynetcabo the drum part at 3:02 is awesome

[@clarenceleprevost2562]

+ghoawaynetcabo do you mean from 00:00 to 5:30 ?

[@GhANeC]

+Clarence Le Prévost I was wondering when that same old typical comment would inevitably appear... But it's ok, on this song it's ok.

[@bassheadjazz2708]

Can't believe it's been over 7 years. This album changed the game, don't think there's been an album in djent prog that has affected the scene as much as this since. That's your cue to argue with me, so I can discover more great albums on this level.

[@Dirge_For_November]

Ever searching, but here I am again.

[@carlmiller8752]

I wish everybody cued up a debate like this in music. Good on you bro 😎

[@dayseeking768]

Uneven Structure back in 2011-2013 had some absolutely astonishing and beautiful music, the album Februus and its sound can change a man, and yet they have some of the most underrated albums I've seen. If you want to listen to them, try starting with Februus and listen from start to finish, than listen to La Partition. My favorite songs from them personally are Our Embrace, Lover, and Quittance.

[@andreashofmeyr9583]

It definitely deserves a definitive place in that highest place of prog metal realms.

[@themikehypothesis]

Aviations.

[@ayanarif1]

Best intro of all time

[@johnnymartinez733]

Definitely

[@valentinevega7090]

perfect example of each musician is individually talented at their instrument.

[@chrisfromshaolin213]

This drummer... dear God.

[@ciudadcuaotica]

Still one of my favorites from The Contortionist... damn I can replay this songover and over

[@TCmetalMom]

Me too Cua. My fav!

[@matt926uk1]

This music is so intelligent, refined, sensitive, powerful when it needs to be. almost the perfect band for me

[@nico_crowned]

Intellidjent

[@matt926uk1]

@@nico_crowned indeed!

[@clayguitarist]

7 years today. One of the greatest albums of all time front to back. Thank you!

[@Lycanbassist]

This song played in between sets at a death metal show yesterday.....I was the only on vibing and singing to it. It felt great :)

[@johnnymartinez733]

The intro is the best part it should be looped for hours 👌🏻 same goes for the last like 40 seconds of the song 🤘🏻

[@MrKgroves]

I feel like I've been waiting my whole life to hear this album. No joke, this just might be what restores my faith in humanity.

[@Evenmarea]

Besides the amazing track, there is some serious artistic focus on this video! It looks beautifully smooth and post-music-ish. It kind of makes me think of Tycho. I have no doubts this album will be absolute perfection.

[@EgorLappo]

you mentioned Tycho under Contortionist video. I love you.

[@Evenmarea]

EgorLappo It seems like we all prog fans end up in the same places haha Tycho is amazing

[@scseancollins]

Ale Ponessa +1 On that shit! Tycho is the cats pajamas!

[@Oh_its_Mike]

I'm glad someone else likes electronic and metal! I love Tycho.

[@redshift912]

so what the american dollar has been doing for years

[@thezogs95]

this CD has been a part of my spiritual journey recently. the more you experience in life the more these songs make sense. I've listened to this CD like 20 times through and through each with a different realization

[@slowPhil95]

This was my favorite Song when it came out 9years ago Thanks KZbin for recommending it today ❤

[@YouKnowItMang]

I am the rare Contortionist fan that loves every album they have put out. They all shred in their own different creative ways. Seriously, they have given us metalheads a huge range of music within 4 albums and now it seems they are expanding the genre itself. Much respect and love. Language is incredible and I really hope I get to see it live.

[@JohnC546]

I only discovered The Contortionist this because I saw they were going on tour with Periphery. I got the albums, and I am also one of those fans, and would go as far to say as they are one of the first bands that comes to mind when asked if I have a favorite band. Although I love Periphery, these guys stole the show on that tour.

[@laserlobotomy]

Very rarely am I utterly captivated by a mere music video. This illustrates that rarity quite nicely. The chills descending down my spine, assuaging my essence, are more than ethereal.

[@BiggestR]

Amazing! !

[@jimbabwearnold5694]

The only other bands that can do to me what this just did to me would be Dir en grey and Plini. These guys are improving with age. Clearly they're very intelligent for a bunch of darn kids....

[@AugieSubsJrock]

Jimbabwe Arnold Plini has music videos? His playthroughs are nice but I don't know about them being as captivating as this. Same goes for DeG. I mean, obscure just grabs you but the rest of their videos aren't that captivating

[@jimbabwearnold5694]

I just meant the music lol you ever hear dir en Grey's newer stuff?

[@AugieSubsJrock]

Yeah I've heard all of DeG's disco, most Jpn alt metal and metal bands as well

[@ytsejam58]

I feel like this album was way ahead of its time. It still stands up today

[@DaKaius14]

Language is one of the best album i've never heard in my whole life. may be the only best. thanks guy

[@David-jw7xl]

one of my favorites of all time

[@naiyalexic]

God damnit... I love this music. Every. Single. Time. I. Get. Goosebumps... man... I love this so much.

[@connorjones5317]

well said!

[@n7torp904]

One of the best albums ive ever heard. Hasn't left my car in 5 years

[@derekd7666]

This album came out 5 years ago today and it changed my life. Still play this record almost daily. Cheers Language. Thank you The Contortionist for writing this masterpiece that got me through the darkest of times.

[@TCmetalMom]

This is such a powerful testament.

[@posthardcoresinger]

The industry isn't built for artists. It's not the place they go, nor would they care to. The industry is fine, for people who are casual music listeners. Nobody owes anybody else anything, except parents to their children.

[@ragekage209]

You know a band is unique when they keep their distinct sound even with a new vocalist. The Contortionist is truly one of a kind and this album is shaping up to be magnificent.

[@steelers4life1011]

Saw them at Summer Slaughter.... My life has never been the same.... And now, my life has been changed again.. If I could wear a jacket of goosebumps, this would be the reason being.....

[@JulienHauspie]

Love the direction TC is heading! Michael Lessard is a perfect fit for them too!

[@Phoffyx]

Totally agree

[@cainfft008]

This is perhaps one of the best progressive songs ever recorded. The video is pretty awesome too. Don't feel bad if you it took you awhile to discover this band, I did too. Music is about the journey, not the destination. Myself, I'm purposely avoiding BTBAM just so that one day I'll enormously and thoroughly enjoy their catalog....you know, save the best for last. Also dat riff at 2:10.....gets me every time.

[@cainfft008]

Yes, I finally got there with a push from my brother, and Coma Ecliptic. I'm one of those people who are constantly on the fence about them, one musical moment they wow me, then the next they piss me off or something....its so challenging, I love it.

[@lukasziebermayr2336]

BTBAM is awesome. enjoying every second. But damn, listened to it too often. Still awesome whenever i start going at it again Any other band advices similar to btbam?

[@cainfft008]

With some help from my brother, I come back with some recommendations. Forgive me if I mention obvious one's that you've already discovered. Animals as Leaders, Haken, and The Faceless are good places to start. And actually The Contortionist fits this too, they tend to be a bit heavier than this song on average.

[@Herbert.]

2:10 indeed. Every goddamn time.

[@lukasziebermayr2336]

i actually knew all of them already, good examples tho! If you like some more death metal heavy, Ne Obliviscaris are a new one i discovered. Also if you like periphery (you gotta know them!), check out Monuments, Veil of Maya or Karnivool. And for more chill stuff, Tesseract

[@vincent-gabrielc.7492]

This song is flowing through my soul...I'm drowning somewhere I've never been. This is true music. Simply beautiful.

[@skanka4646]

For me The Contortionist is one of the flawless bands of this generation, each album is different but equally superb. Crossing genres at will but never losing their identity, even on this track I can hear echos of Exoplanet. Can't wait for this album to come out.

[@TrozzyBurchett]

I've listened to this song at least 500 times today. No joke.

[@thatwasinteresting.8150]

Hmm, 46 hour days... What planet are you on? Sorry it took 6-years for someone to make this obvious comment...

[@TrozzyBurchett]

@@thatwasinteresting.8150 😂 Wow

[@Hugolllpksta]

I listen to it some mornings. It reminds me reality has it's deeper levels. The source, the center. This song is an invite to keep walking in this direction. Much love good taste people. From BR

[@Payne823]

Well said! I can feel the higher vibrations from this music. :)

[@alexeatsit]

This band is so trippy live

[@jerrmeee4047]

Alex Edith for real dude I saw them a couple hours ago and I was pretty into it.

[@aliatruman]

God, I need to see them again. I saw them in 2012 or 2013, and I can't believe how long ago that was now, lol.

[@tjrludicke]

Yeah man they are great live! I saw them playing with Animals as Leaders. That was an insane concert

[@billyreinhardt2040]

@@tjrludicke same 🙂 I saw them in Houston.

[@Herbert.]

I even got to see them two years apart in Berlin, such an incredible band! And when this comes on as the encore, it's just a different world

[@MrSmbass1]

This band is evolving at an astonishing rate!

[@joshblanchard4453]

2023 and still getting chills.. What a master piece!

[@EvilPanda187]

Groove heavy. Darker tones. Production quality is phenomenal, given the kind of music. Composition is stellar, even with the off time beats...they aren't overpowering and really tasteful. And the soothing, lower registered singing has been lacking in this genre (and many rock acts, myself included). It all has a "consolidated epic" kind of sensibility. I dig it.

[@EvilPanda187]

on top of that, it's like neo-soul had a baby with progressive metal. i think that may be why it's even mixed like a lot of neo-soul artists.

[@ProfChocMilk]

Leryan Burrey That's my favorite part about this band, hands down. They don't let the complexity of the music overtake the emotion, the melodies, or that "alive" feeling that this song bestows upon the listener. I absolutely love it

[@youtuberobbedmeofmyname]

God damn it, it's not rock, its metal.

[@dokanyon]

well said man. That's why it's much better than the last album

[@Foeisudhxj]

I love this whole "djazz" style that these guys are pioneering.

[@Payne823]

Beautiful Intellectual Metal.

[@alexproboi]

What is intellectual metal?

[@miguelrivoch]

FutureSequence This is.

[@deepsp_ce]

Miguel Riveros ^

[@alexproboi]

Miguel Riveros What makes it belong to the "Intellectual Metal" subgenre?

[@vincegravedubs]

FutureSequence It's not a subgenre, just something people like to call progressive music because they consider it an intellectual type of music lmao.

[@htxcris713]

This band has restored my faith in the metal genre. Every other "metal" band nowadays cares too much about their looks and less about their generic sounding songs with mindless breakdowns.

[@braedonavants]

STILL DOPE IN 2023

[@somthin]

This band has really had an amazing transformation. From an intriguing but slightly generic deathcore band to an avante-garde prog-metal band pushing the limits of the genre...can't wait for this album to drop.

[@AdamBarkleyMusic]

Seeing this band live was the first time ever hearing their music for me. They opened with this song and I was hooked immediately

[@jackbardsley]

I swear to god this is the most perfect song ever created. I haven't been able to stop listening to it for a year

[@ZiptopOfficial]

I can't listen to this without immediately playing Language II after.. I'm afraid I might spontaneously combust

[@louiscastro1324]

+Jon Watson it sure feels incomplete

[@miserirken]

Heck the whole album feels like incomplete if you take out a song, any of them. All the fucking album is just like one big sectioned song....

[@ryansadauskis]

Seab The Doggo I think the one song that’s out of place is probably Arise. It kind of comes out of nowhere. Still a great track nonetheless.

[@wrouxmer]

Can't believe it took me so long to discover this. A lot of music seems obsolete since.

[@wrouxmer]

Lol I was never really a huge fan of Linkin Park. More of a Korn guy. But this band has changed my musical taste. I was going to see them live with TesseracT on Sunday and I waited until the day of to get tickets and it was sold out. Always next time.

[@mrskull527]

+Matt Novak I have listened to them exclusively for like a year now.

[@daviddemedicis4446]

Linkin Park is still good. Pearl Jam is still good. Disturbed kinda sucks. Alice in Chains is still amazing. The Contortionist is awesome and unique. Everyone is still the shit.

[@ramirocotero2611]

This came in my home page and wow I still love this band like the first time.

[@dagothur2720]

7 years and it feels like it was just released yesterday. people will still be listening to this masterpiece in 50 years

[@TheDonkeyFLOPPER]

When a band is this sophisticated this is the only way to do a music video. Such a good album and music video. I bought the album on itunes but I might just get a physical copy to support the band some more

[@ryan-yw4gi]

imagine creating the greatest song of all time

[@bowietwombly5951]

You spelled album wrong

[@stubkar]

If I had created The Real Thing by Faith No More, I could....

[@spudfella4937]

@@stubkar you spelled Metropolis part 2: Scenes from a Memory by Dream Theater wrong.

[@sgopzurpu6430]

@@spudfella4937 you spelled deliverance from opeth wrong

[@nocturne.nocturnal]

You spelled Periphery II: This Time It's Personal wrong

[@jorgeisaacdoblesmata9137]

I remember the first time I listened to this guys.....blown away!

[@andrade2129]

I was blown away for weeks! This album is tattooed in my heart

[@karlkanner3467]

this is the most phenomenal piece of music I have heard recently.

[@eljapi9346]

How can you sound this good,The mixing is just Outstanding

[@KirkWilson86]

Prog metal at its finest! Language I & II are still masterpieces to this day! Also, the snare is PHAT

[@jakefollensbee]

I listen to a lot of music, different genres and such, and it's rare that I find an album so perfect as this. Language is a work of art.

[@verselynx6769]

I remember four years ago finding this while studying in college, coldest metal song ever

[@AdamMcCann1178]

Was going through a pretty rough time a couple days ago, just wanted to come back here to say thanks for helping me come back down. I didn't know how to on my own, so this made a difference.

[@sexy350Zowner]

Who needs drugs? This is as good of a trip as it gets.

[@jackdaniel8959]

+sexy350Zowner LSD + THIS = HEAVEN

[@sexy350Zowner]

Jack Daniel I'll take your word for it and not try it XD

[@breno2342]

+sexy350Zowner You haven't listened to music until you've listened to it on acid

[@klydemarmasett9403]

+breno2342 Tripped my balls off to this album!!

[@Beanie-Sandals]

Get some DMT and these lyrics make so much sense its astonishing to think these guys dont have their third eyes open. Much respect.

[@charlesallen9045]

I love the growls over the clean vocals. Gives such a badass sound

[@606gus]

There's only a handful of songs that I've heard in 33 years that make me shed a man tear everytime. This is one of them.

[@seppdaniel_]

One of the most perfect and beautiful songs I've heard in this fucking life.

[@RagingDemon99]

Best pop punk funk indy hippie EDM core band ever

[@LandonSchweitzer1]

+RagingDemon99 I thought they were pop crunk core

[@story_spirxttrickshotterps9210]

+landon schweitzer i thought they were rap

[@mopheadthe3rd]

+TheSquishiestManatee your all morons, this is obviously hungarian Polka

[@pimpensteinmcchickenlegs6292]

jazz fusion

[@mopheadthe3rd]

Let's all just agree that it's funk based groove pop and chill ;)

[@unpsihologstilat]

Yesterday, I was introduced to "The Contortionist" and I now find myself deeply appreciating their music. This particular song - "Language I: Intuition" - evokes the essence of a timeless tale - intricate, thrilling, sensual. It’s truly astounding that such musical gems remain undiscovered by many - yet I feel immensely fortunate to have unearthed this band. The complexity and allure of their compositions captivate my senses, leaving an indelible impression that resonates deeply within me. This discovery feels akin to finding a hidden treasure amidst a sea of mediocrity. I am sincerely grateful for the music and the emotions it evokes. Thank you for this extraordinary musical experience! (20/6/2024)

[@reflectallbutwhite9839]

One of the most meaningful songs in music. Words don't begin to express my emotions for this song.

[@rounax666]

Man, I've been digging this vocalist since Last chance to reason

[@xXxglassgowdreamxXx]

My god I'm fucking hooked to this. Can't wait for this to come out. That fucking bass is sooooooo fucking great it's addiciting

[@Matthew74Anderson]

Just providing an update: recently came out from Jordan that it was Robby who wrote the bass lines for the album as Jordan joined 1 week before they recorded the album.

[@static_motion]

@@Matthew74Anderson Interesting piece of info, thanks for that! Also, Jordan posted a full bass playthrough of the entire Language album right here on KZbin. Learned Language I thanks to that, super fun song to play.

[@SchwartzTv]

THE CONTORTIONIST I LOVE YOUR MUSIC , FOR ME TESSERACT AND YOU GUYS ARE MY LIFE .THE WAY HEAVY AND THE SOFTER PARTS HAVE BEEN BLENDED ARE BEYOND PLEASURE . LOVE YOU GUYS .

[@user-sl4sx6dp4c]

must have listened to this song about 60 times now. It never gets boring

[@teajerk]

Apart from this song being an absolute masterpiece, I also love how you can actually see how they enjoy playing it. These genuine smiles tell you they don't want to show off or pose as the great musicians they are, but they just love playing the music and appreciate how it all comes together as art. I don't know why I wrote this, but it just seems like a very unique thing for a music video.

[@ElectricTurkey1]

For the past 6 years.. this song makes me feel like everything is going to be okay.

[@yeti4269]

I just know if this song came out in 2009 I would have been the biggest stan of this band

sometimes you find these works of art on youtube

[@pbpb780]

Perfect. I love riding around to the bank or to the store listening to this song, especially when it's raining.

[@flake8382]

What I love about this song is how all the parts just mesh together so cleanly. Nothing is forced. Everything is Integrated with thought and precision. You can tell a lot of love went into designing these tracks.

[@louisfroidevaux5012]

I'm feeling like music this days is better than ever, but people aren't enjoying the right type of music.

[@Lewis---]

I love this band's sound!! I've played their older albums countless times and this one looks like it's going to be just as good.

[@syaolanli]

Yesterday, I went to see Tesseract in NY. There were 4 bands playing. The Contortionist were the best by FAR and in every possible way. Excellent performance, excellent sound... everything simply excellent. 10/10 to me. The best live show I've ever seen. ... And I've seen Dream Theater, Steve Vai, Iron Maiden and you know, a bunch of these "heavy weights" in the rock/metal world.

[@DFCZE]

+syaolanli more like heavy crap right now..

[@syaolanli]

+Gaming 10s Indeed. I'm happy that there are new bands replacing "old dinosaurs" with new, fresh and elaborated music. When reggaeton appeared I thought that the world was going to shit lol

[@DFCZE]

you heard new Dream Theater yet? That's a disaster man.

[@syaolanli]

+Gaming 10s The new shit-stonishing album? Yeah. I guess it wouldn't be that bad from an amateur band. But considering how great DT was back in the days... :( It's sad. I really really loved them.

[@syaolanli]

+Gaming 10s it is like seeing that girl you always liked becoming FAT AS A PLANET LOLOLOLOL

[@JuancaBassist]

"Reaching, Expanding, Life finds it's purpose, Reaching for the mother's sun, Rooted to intuition, You are the language"

[@bagmansunset1076]

the song that got me into this genre thank you

[@einhander4827]

One of the best sounding songs the human ear can hear in a lifetime. Simply amazing in every shape and form. Even better when seen live in concert. seen them open for TesseracT and was in awe the entire show.

[@blakekole5136]

Very few bands can provide me with the simultaneous need to head bang and ruminate over the mysteries of existence quite like these guys

[@funnyperson4027]

Probably my favourite album of all time

[@flynn4537]

The drummer really carries this band. So much talent all around though. I love their sound. I can't believe I'm just now finding this

[@silkroad1201]

10 years ago, I told Mike he has a powerful and captivating presence on stage, and he said, "Really? Wow, that means a lot man. Thank you!" Lol anyway, that was pretty cool. He's a super nice and humble guy, and truly is fun to watch. I'm not even sure if they're still doing shows

[@rhysdg-ml]

By far the most influential album in my life. As I got to know it I became something else coincidentally. All I do is learn now. From people, by myself, I even learn by helping other students learn. I can't stop doing it since I got to know this album. Like I'm trying to help the universe tell it's story!

[@TCmetalMom]

They hit #6 on Billboard Hard Rock chart today. I'd say a few people must like it?

[@XBLJunior]

This whole album is the best song I've ever heard