This is INSANE. Producer Reacts to REN - The Tale of Jenny and Screech

[@IratePuffin]

I love how so many reactions to Ren’s songs is several seconds of stunned silence.

[@akaalexanderking]

Stunned silence is a perfect description :)

[@nealbrokaw7655]

And the same word is spoken by just about every single reactor...."WOW"🍻 I've heard quite a few say "WHAAAAT"!! As well..👊🏼 You've got many more to hear and anticipate my friend!

[@dccorallo]

Great reaction. I’ve watched way too many of these lol I’m stuck in the Reniverse

[@akaalexanderking]

Thanks David, glad you enjoyed. I can't blame you for that, this storytelling is addictive!

[@alexpeat5896]

Me too.

[@Dkiddeh]

It's a beautifull place to be right ?! I love Reniverse :)

[@willasacco9898]

I like the Reniverse better than my own universe l.

[@Avatar_AnaSofia]

Welcome to the Ren(ai)ssance 😉🎵💫

[@lillyvanpug]

Our beloved Brighton Bard strikes once more. The modern day minstrel with a mind full of tales is blowing everyone's hats off 🤯

[@akaalexanderking]

What an artist 🙌🏻

[@alloralou4722]

I love by the time Violet’s starts that the narrator physically shakes his head like telling these tales has taken a mental toll on him.

[@akaalexanderking]

Almost to physically switch characters!

[@thepillow5000]

I've not seen anyone comment on this yet! Lots of people have been quick to make the link to Shakespeare and not dig into the little details like this narrator.

[@petebrown6356]

It's so easy to gloss over the live performance and single camera. The planning and directing here are equally impressive.

[@akaalexanderking]

Absolutely agree Pete, every camera movement is so well thought out without being intrusive

[@ShrankTheFirst]

One thing I find special that I don't see mentioned is how he seemlessly makes us, the viewer, different characters throughout the story. We are Jenny being mugged. We are Richard being charged at by Screech one moment, and the next we're Screech being shot at by Richard. We are the surgeon coming in to attend to Violet. We are Violet being beaten to death. It all helps us empathize that much more with multiple sides of the story.

[@akaalexanderking]

And that's something only great actors manage to do: they disappear behind their characters

[@NilZed1]

@@akaalexanderking it's not just that he plays all those characters. it is that he and Samuel Perry-Falvey make the viewer into a character playing opposite him.

[@akaalexanderking]

So true, I hadn't paid attention to that. Even more immersive!

[@MorteDallAlto]

Thank you so much for highlighting this! I could feel it as I watched it but I could not articulate it like you did, kudos. Ren is a genius talent.

[@deborahlester4018]

He's a genius and he's shaking up the whole world beneath it.

[@hazelsegnitz3254]

His ability to hold your attention is extraordinary to have one of his skills would be nice, but he’s got the lot!!! Voice, poet storyteller ,song writer and maybe a few we don’t know about yet!!!🤣loved this reaction! 👍

[@akaalexanderking]

I'd definitely add actor to that list! Mind-blowing 🤯

[@SharonR..]

Yes, I agree with you, the writing, acting, music and filming do all work together flawlessly to create a compelling performance. Well said! 🌟 There is also a version of this trilogy that Ren did in front of a live audience in an alley filmed in 360. It is super cool. I think it can be found on Ren’s channel.

[@akaalexanderking]

Thanks Sharon, I'll check it out!

[@PeteFindsObscureStuff]

Yep. The 360 version is awesome. Just remember to grab the screen and scroll around. It's like you're in the front row!!

[@akaalexanderking]

Nice, thanks Pete!

[@francesdoll4039]

​@@PeteFindsObscureStuffit's a whole different experience.

[@fionanisbett3748]

You need to listen to ren and chinchilla, chalk outlines it hits hard and is incredibly beautiful to listen to , I cried all the way through

[@akaalexanderking]

Looking forward to listening to those, thanks Fiona :)

[@hjr6139]

Alexander, you have done a truly magnificent summary of this masterpiece. Congratulations!

[@akaalexanderking]

Thanks a lot, glad you enjoyed!

[@TrianglesAndCircles]

I recommend Ren with the band The Big Push covering the song Bongo Bong live on a rooftop.

[@akaalexanderking]

Noted!

[@davidricks7128]

He tells the stories and the filming of the stories are all done so well i found myself looking for the bodies laying on the ground. The saddest thing about this is the fact each of these things are happening in every town, city, and country at this very moment and the cycle continues

[@akaalexanderking]

Very true, it definitely isn't a far fetched reality the one he's describing so vividly

[@lynette.]

He is like a medieval minstrel brought up to date. Masterpiece. When asked what style of music he called it "bardcore ".

[@akaalexanderking]

Makes a lot of sense, perfect description!

[@rebeccaduffy7634]

Perfect analogy. A modern day bard. And without a doubt a genius.

[@Peacetrain66]

Love watching someone discover the world of Ren. Will check out your music. (Love your accent 😊)

[@akaalexanderking]

Thanks Tracy, appreciate it :) let me know what you think!

[@cree878]

The cycle of violence , he keeps you engaged from start to finish

[@akaalexanderking]

He truly does, crazy how well thought out this is, bringing everything together with just one line at the end

[@lthrneck7118]

Thank you for sharing your heart and soul through 'Amsterdam'. I think that's why your reaction to Ren is so real and spot on; you see and feel past the musical composition; to the blank canvas.

[@akaalexanderking]

That means a lot, thanks for the kind words :)

[@juliestaunton3080]

Everything ren does is🔥From rap to singing and his songs with his band the big push

[@akaalexanderking]

Very curious to check that out!

[@Emi-70]

... not to forget: his storytelling, acting and deep lyrics...🤗 Ren is different and this in a really amazing way

[@jamesdoherty6558]

ren is great

[@akaalexanderking]

Can't argue there

[@seagull01-cp8pb]

All hail Ren😁🦇

[@hybrid_lord]

Found him only this year and it was kind of a life changer moment I can’t understate.

[@ashleyann18]

"Fist connects and disconnects a bone. A quick deflect to misdirect the blow. But none the less, his punches met her throat. Such a mess, he's left her bruised and broke." this part always gets me. the wording he uses and the cadence. he sells his music by existing. its incredible.

[@akaalexanderking]

So descriptive, and a flawless sense of rhythm

[@AndrewJonesMcGuire]

It's incredibly descriptive but also so necessary. Just think how many people will watch this exact scene play out in a TV show or movie, and not even raise an eyebrow, because the brain absorbs it passively. But with Ren's storytelling, and specifically the fact that we have to imagine the story he is telling, our brain works to fill in what is not present on the screen, which is why we are horrified, because we are actually processing the image he is painting so very descriptively. And that is necessary if we are going to start having conversations about the "controversial" content he presents us with. ♥️

[@vickihammond5576]

You need to checkout his other music, he crosses many genres creating a sort of fusion that is all his own. REN is in his owe lane (btw he not only composes and performs his music, he also writes the music, the lyrics and produces it) He does duets with many musicians most people have never heard of but are super talented in their own right. He was a member of a band called the Big Push you check them out as well, especially their busking sessions on the streets of Brighton #RENaissance

[@akaalexanderking]

Noted, thanks Vicki :)

[@seagull01-cp8pb]

Great reaction. The layers and details it is all just boggling👍🦇

[@akaalexanderking]

Thanks, glad you enjoyed :)

[@1goofybeaver]

You earned a new subscriber, by listening to the whole thing first and then commenting. how refreshing. Believe me when I say, the rabbit hole in which is Ren is deep and filled with great stuff. My favorite artist of all time (and I am an old guy)

[@akaalexanderking]

I can see why Thomas, he has an almost hypnotic quality to him

[@tan5taafl]

Thank you for sharing. I always appreciate an artist’s take on Ren. It adds so much to my layman’s view. ✌️

[@akaalexanderking]

Glad you enjoyed!

[@francesdoll4039]

Thw emotion in his voice always gets me.

[@akaalexanderking]

Absolutely, he's completely immersed in the performance

[@StantonMoira]

Love your reaction. Subscribed. Can’t wait to see your other reactions.

[@akaalexanderking]

Glad you enjoyed, more will come soon!

[@deborahlester4018]

One if the many things i love is the way he uses the accoustics of the space he's in. The sound in the stairway scene of Violet's tale..."she never even had a chance" sung up into the stairwell sounds like a hopeless prayer.

[@akaalexanderking]

So true, both audio and visual space can have so much power

[@annebiebrich9155]

Ren is a musical genius, a lyrical genius and a master storyteller !! A modern day Bard !! ❤

[@akaalexanderking]

Absolutely!

[@DavidPeriard]

ren is hauntingly good. he broke me

[@akaalexanderking]

Hauntingly beautiful, perfect description!

[@barefootalien]

Dude, I love your tats! That sleeve is super clean and very cool.

[@akaalexanderking]

Cheers man, appreciate it! The artist's name is Carlo Tacchino

[@hairball7529]

REN is genre fluid. LOL I suggest "The Big Push - It's Alright (live at Chalk). This was his most popular song when busking but it's being missed by reactors. It's live at a venue and shows yet another side of REN. 🍷🎉🤩

[@akaalexanderking]

Noted, thanks!

[@seth1455]

it's good for busking because the crowd can sing along, but as a reflection of Ren's abilities, come on there are a lot more to review first.

[@Vmcf1968]

wow was my first reaction then no! good reaction

[@akaalexanderking]

Glad you enjoyed!

[@AmaBrigitte]

Ren is so talented and creative! His storytelling is brilliant and he draws you in and makes you feel for the characters! Thank you for reacting to this one 😊

[@akaalexanderking]

Thanks for watching Brigitte!

[@donald1379]

hes really good......thank you

[@akaalexanderking]

He surely is, thanks for watching Donald :)

[@CindyBaucom-sb1hd]

RENegade! Glad I found your channel. Liked and Sub!

[@akaalexanderking]

Thanks Cindy, glad you enjoyed!

[@tonyhunt4250]

I love seeing peoples mind blown by this!

[@akaalexanderking]

It truly is something special

[@madcat528]

REN is a national treasure! ❤ Great reaction!

[@akaalexanderking]

Thanks man, glad you enjoyed!

[@jukeboxdave6026]

Great reaction love ren a few for your list marcelito pomoy - the prayer - live on the wish bus awesome - Rammstein - du hast - Paris epic and nightwish- ghost love score - live in wakem 2013 many thanks love and respect from the UK 👍👍👍👍👍👍🌟😀😀 amazing channel 👍

[@akaalexanderking]

Thanks Dave! The Nightwish one is up already on the channel ;)

[@jukeboxdave6026]

Many thanks my friend love and respect from the UK 👍👍👍👍👍👍🌟😀😀 amazing channel 👍

[@joshuaegli4984]

You are the first reactor that noticed him fast forward it back to present time most just catch him rewi ding it with the guitar , great reaction ' new subsriber

[@akaalexanderking]

Thanks for watching and welcome to the channel Joshua :)

[@NightFogFilms]

I've seen a few others mention it but yes it is rare that someone realizes that.

[@puppenbuhnebauchkribbeln1183]

🥹👌🏼 great reaction!!!

[@akaalexanderking]

Glad you enjoyed!

[@matthewwalker5430]

Just a personal observation but I think American music has such a hold over us musically these days. I am not calling out American music, I love plenty of it, but because American culture is so formulated around corporate enterprise I find that the music that comes out of that is often specifically designed around marketability and sales and that has also spread through a lot of Western music in general. It's very common for American artists, even bands, to be picked up by Record labels early in their career and then become moulded into a product and it is less common for artists these days to build up their own following through regularly performing at smaller venues and in the streets. That's not to say that all music and bands who hail from the States automatically conform to that, there is tons of great music produced in America which doesn't but it almost always quite niche. Every now and again one can really break through to the mainstream, particularly 20-30 years ago but I get the impression it is becoming ever more rare. For example bands like Nirvana, who reached the very top but spent much of their early years in a very localised music scene, were more possible back in the 90's but since the 2000's, particularly once internet streaming became possible, such local music scenes are much less common worldwide and especially in America (it's 1 of the reasons I think many people reflect back on the 90's with such fondness as it was the tail end of an era where bands and artists had to really graft and develop on their own rather than just drop a KZbin video - & there are a pros and cons to both, I am just highlighting a point in time where there was a recognisable shift). However, I feel like the culture we have in Europe still toward smaller, localised music venues and, specifically, toward busking has the ability to really create interesting and unique artists who are able to cut through that and, in some cases, transcend to the mainstream. Just look at Ed Sheehan as a great example of an artist whose time spent busking in the streets really helped challenge and evolve his writing and musical talent to the point that, when he did eventually breakthrough, he felt very fresh and different. Ren's style has clearly been influenced by his background in busking too, where you are not performing to hoards of fans who have been sucked in by your brand and clever industry marketing but to normal people just walking down the street and so you have to be able to develop something "extra" in order just to get noticed and grab people's attention.

[@akaalexanderking]

Couldn't agree more. Most of the truly exciting music I've heard in the past decade has not come from the US, with a few exceptions in a few different genres. I think that my generation still used to grow up dreaming of "the land of opportunities", but I think that ideal is getting more and more lost nowadays for various reasons. If that will translate into more musical experimentation, I'm all for that.

[@seth1455]

agree with what you say, but paragraphs are good thing you know.

[@matthewwalker5430]

@@seth1455 I know, that's why it is a paragraph ...😋

[@seth1455]

@@matthewwalker5430 Ha Ha

[@pollyg562]

cant help thinking you have been in many situations were you are waiting somewhere they call your name when its your turn ,school lisencing centre stuff like that A KING have we got A King

[@akaalexanderking]

Ahahahah this made me laugh. I'll have to admit it's a stage name though...

[@bpiraeus-p3b]

I think the phrasing I would use trying to define what you were getting at (because I felt the same way to a large extent) - Sometimes the story speaks for itself and doesn't need our involvement to explain how great it is.

[@akaalexanderking]

That is a very good way to put it! We can just be spectators

[@bpiraeus-p3b]

@@akaalexanderking We're all spectators at some point, our own stories are just one of millions.

[@linmonash1244]

Yes - Special. A Masterpiece! A modern Bard.

[@akaalexanderking]

Bardcore!

[@carolmillins9199]

Loved your analysis.

[@akaalexanderking]

Thanks Carol, glad you enjoyed :)

[@goobydoot]

Thankyou for this.

[@akaalexanderking]

Glad you enjoyed, thank you for watching :)

[@bpiraeus-p3b]

Welcome to the RENaissance, a home for the lost and broken; enjoy the ride If you want to dive more into the rap side of his catalogue, I'd start with "What You Want" which is a brilliant homage to the Beasties, followed with "Genesis" followed by "Sick Boy" followed by "Illest of Our Time" (this one goes after the previous one so you have some grasp of the meaning) and the trail goes from there For more ... Rock(?) fare... Follow the breadcrumbs to The Big Push ... and dive in (I personally suggest Sweet Little Lady, Swan Song, Englishman in New York, and the cherry on top ... I Shot The Sherriff/Road to Zion/Hip Hop) Last but not least, don't be afraid to check down the alleys, Ren has built himself a circle of talented musician friends that will surprise you and make you glad you chose to look for hidden treasure (Hint: Chinchilla, Eden Nash, Sam Tompkins, and so many more)

[@akaalexanderking]

Fantastic, thanks a million for the tips!

[@bpiraeus-p3b]

@@akaalexanderking I've been exploring the rabbit hole since Hi Ren debuted and I still haven't found all the wonders.

[@christopherjimenez9758]

Someone needs to make this into a movie

[@akaalexanderking]

Time to start a petition Christopher, I'll sign that

[@juxtapoxymoron]

Why? Aren't the pictures Ren is painting in your head enough? 🙄

[@christopherjimenez9758]

@Sandra C. Maschke that is not the way the creative process works. Do you think Ren would not want a movie made out of one of his stories? That speaks a whole lot about house strong of a message that would be to make into a movie

[@juxtapoxymoron]

@@christopherjimenez9758 even Quentin Tarantino, Robert Rodriguez or Christopher Nolan could not come up with a movie more vivid than the one I watched with my inner eyes the first time I encountered this trilogy by Ren. With all the well deserved praise for Ren as a bard or the Shakespeare of our time, I don't get why folks want more after this piece of art. As a creative person myself who works in the film industry, I know how hard it is to conclude a piece and put it out there. Cries for a movie would not help my inner demons.

[@mickjuul1977]

Welcome to Rens beautifully twisted universe.

[@akaalexanderking]

Can't wait to discover more Michael :)

[@mickjuul1977]

@@akaalexanderking I get that feeling... ;)

[@janephilpott6565]

This is a great review 🙌

[@akaalexanderking]

Thanks Jane, appreciate it:)

[@cryptojunkie5875]

Can you please review Ren-The Big Push - I shot the Sherrif. (Red braces Ren)

[@akaalexanderking]

Noted, thanks for the recommendation :)

[@seth1455]

@@akaalexanderking by red braces one they mean "I shot the sheriff/road to zion/hip hop" and yes it's by far the best version

[@JoeBlow_4]

When you were speaking about the bards of the Middle Ages, Ren often calls what he does Bard-core".

[@akaalexanderking]

Makes perfect sense to me Joe!

[@belindamelville2270]

Ren❤❤❤

[@akaalexanderking]

:)

[@salishseamermaid]

He's a genius, which is not a term I use lightly.

[@akaalexanderking]

Same here, words are important. But in this case, there's not much doubt. Astonishing

[@claretlake]

Great reaction 👏👏👏👏

[@akaalexanderking]

Thanks Claret, glad you enjoyed 🤘🏻

[@Ibis-of-Equilon]

I like your tattoos

[@akaalexanderking]

Thanks a lot, hopefully will finish the sleeve soon :)

[@scifimonkey3]

Brutal but brilliant

[@akaalexanderking]

Very, very much so

[@diegoengeles584]

Звук тихий (и тебя, и видеореакции), надо добавить. В остальном супер, снимай ещё

[@iz723]

Nice we got the same headphones

[@akaalexanderking]

I'll admit they're not my all time favorite ones, but top 3. So comfortable to wear for long mixing sessions as well

[@adriandospia9452]

❤❤❤

[@akaalexanderking]

:)

[@pirada74]

❤🔥

[@akaalexanderking]

:)

[@2011vantage]

I really liked your reaction on this materpiece, I'd just like to add a little pointer. When you feel like mentioning a detail or a point of yours, pause the video and when done speaking rewind the video a few seconds before continuing.

[@akaalexanderking]

Thanks Michael :) I tried that in the past, but I feel like it breaks the flow of the piece as a first listen. Might be my bias for working with music so much, but a big part of my overall enjoyment is the flow and dynamics of a song, which I feel like I miss out if I stop and rewind. But thanks for the feedback, glad you enjoyed!

[@milnez]

That last line… oh and Patrick and his girlfriend are cheating which is why he couldn’t get to them… so much thought and talent

[@akaalexanderking]

I hadn't even thought of that!

[@MCP920]

You have to sit with that for a bit. He is genius.

[@akaalexanderking]

Unbelievable

[@cherylrobbins715]

Few reactors recognize the use of”space”

[@akaalexanderking]

The blessing and the curse of my job, one ear always goes to some sort of a break down of the elements 😅

[@karenlelonek1832]

You get it. You got it. All. 😳In every aspect; musically, artistically, regarding content & ramifications.👏🏻 Feel no compulsion to explain anything to you. Ty!👍🏻😁 I’m so impressed with your intelligent, complete commentary and solid articulation sans banal cursing! Kudos to you, babe!👏🏻 Superb command of English though it’s not your mother tongue. (Where is your accent from? Magyar?). Surely, this gig will be successful for you, Alex. You’re a most welcome breath of fresh air. A pleasure. Hope your own musical pursuits are successful, too. May you enjoy a bright future in the best of health. Be well. 5/8/23. Ps: Please do try to drop the “jc”. Hurt my ears. Find something else to express your awe.

[@karenlelonek1832]

Italian!!! How did I miss it?!😂 5/8/23

[@akaalexanderking]

Thanks Karen, really appreciate the kind words. Glad you enjoyed! And yes, definitely Italian 😂

[@sethmossberg1946]

Pedro Pascal likes Ren! This is the way!

[@akaalexanderking]

😂😂😂 definitely taking that as a compliment!

[@xxdutchxx9336]

Nice mug.

[@akaalexanderking]

Ahahahah, it's a loan, but I'll let the owner know 😂

[@aixmhros]

pump up the volume, bro

[@akaalexanderking]

Noted, will fix it :)

[@WariWahab]

Your volume levels are so low.

[@akaalexanderking]

Thanks for letting me know, I didn't have my microphone for this video, I'll adjust that going forward :)

[@supertuscans9512]

Can hardly understand a word he says anyway because his accent is so heavy.

[@akaalexanderking]

Ahahahah can take the man out of Italy, but you can't take the Italian out of the man ;)

[@seth1455]

@@akaalexanderking nah man your English is no problem at all, and it wasn't your volume it was the video that was a little low

[@tookitogo]

@@akaalexanderking Yes, you have an Italian accent, but you aren’t difficult to understand. :) Which is a good thing because your comments are very interesting, you touched on some aspects (like space) that I haven’t seen any other reactor mention. 👍

[@honorportugal9061]

You saw nothing yet 😂 he can do all…

[@akaalexanderking]

What should I check out next?

[@juliestaunton3080]

For rap The hunger,Illest of our time,Genesis,Losing it.For singing Chalk outlines live version .For Ren in his band listen to I shot the sheriff the zion hip hop version.Too much stuff to list it all.Its all awesome

[@Avatar_AnaSofia]

Ren is a genious 👑 and came to change the paradigm of the Music scene 🤩 Some sugestions for you to react: - sick boi - illest of our time - losing it (fisher rap retake) - Chalk Outlines (ft Chinchilla) - How to Be Me (ft Chinchilla) - Money Game pt 1, pt 2 - Hunger - Ready for You And please take a look at the Live Performance of his band The Big Push - I shot the sheriff/ Road to Zion/ Hip Hop mashup .

[@akaalexanderking]

Julie and Ana, thanks a million!

[@honorportugal9061]

@@akaalexanderking I would do this sequence for the hole of Ren! Genesis, the hunger, I shot the Sharif, Chalk Outlines, Power, sick boy, Illest of our time, and keep going. And you should also check the videos where he “only” speaks.

[@davidmurphy2132]

Volumes way too low man, could barely hear it.😪

[@akaalexanderking]

Thanks for letting me know 👍🏼

[@aryansigrid]

You're a Libra?

[@akaalexanderking]

Nope :)

[@seth1455]

So it's not a love story then

[@akaalexanderking]

I guess it is in a way, but surely not a happy one

[@rdel714]

I let it go because it was a good reaction but if I see another reactor not pay the $10 a month do not have ads interrupt their content when the people watching you already paid. Invest in yourself otherwise no one else will

[@akaalexanderking]

That's not how it works unfortunately: for copyrighted videos (as most reactions are), ads are put in by the label/copyright owners to monetize the videos. Reactors don't get anything and have no control over showing or not showing ads

[@torten6963]

why are u so spanish?

[@akaalexanderking]

'cause I'm Italian I guess?

[@szolanek]

It's probably Putin's fault, but you couldn't afford volume to your video. Maybe after Trump takes the office.

[@akaalexanderking]

That's precisely what happened

[@zleggitt1989]

Zero commentation, zero emotion, didn't pause to talk just talked over the music with zero substance.. not a good reaction. Might as well just watched the video without clicking on this one

[@akaalexanderking]

The analysis is after the listening :)

[@stephenhumphris6962]

Much better to understand before commenting if more ppl listen before speaking we wouldn't have so many oxygen thieves like yourself keep up the good work alex

[@cecilia_mackie]

Love it! Let’s stay in touch :)

[@akaalexanderking]

Glad you enjoyed Cecilia :)

[@GreenLightMe]

am i the only one not impressed by this REN guy, all of his music comes off as SLAM POETRY with a guitar. Not impressed. SLAM POETRY died in 2015

[@akaalexanderking]

Not familiar with that, tell me more

[@majbrat]

❤❤❤