What goes down, must come up! Metallica Orion Reaction

[@Stank1048]

"I love that bass line".. And with that comment you won the hearts of every Metallica fan ever. RIP Cliff

[@HP7105]

So true...

[@dealerauctionnightmare4689]

Cliff was great! I was lucky enough to see them live in 1986 opening for Ozzy. About 8 weeks later I heard that Cliff had died!

[@adampage1060]

So amazing, I never saw him perform! He invented so many bass techniques.

[@maceutke]

Cliff burton inspired me to play bass even though i was born 15-20 years after he past away... That means alot. I dont think he ever died as long as we keep thinking and playing his legacy

[@amusingtheamazing]

Like Hello Fresh, I saw Metallica & Ozzy in 86. Metallica was my very first live music experience. Cliff was a big influence for me to start playing bass. RIP

[@BillyBong]

You are the only person I have seen react to this song and notice that the first solo was bass. Bravo.

[@ThomasJ_Music]

Thanks! Shame I didn’t spot the one at the end though. I think by then though my mind had melted!

[@karoltbg]

-It's all bass? -Always has been.

[@crimsontyphoon4574]

criminally underrated comment

[@danielskar7783]

Anybody: you can’t make bass the main instrument of a band Cliff: *hold my weed*

[@penoyer79]

Les Claypool: Am I a joke to you?

[@beatmet2355]

I’ve never heard John Entwhistle was an influence on Cliff Burton, but they both approached the bass as more than just a part of the rhythm section.

[@chupasaurus]

@@penoyer79 Metallica without Cliff: no, but we won't bring you alongside us.

[@penoyer79]

The Cold Hard Truth is that And Justice for All is Metallica's best record but no one has the heart to face it.

[@monkeysezbegood]

@@penoyer79 I'm with you

[@TheKereberus]

The middle section of Orion is the peak of music for me. Gets me every single time.

[@mattpfarr5992]

Kereberus the middle section of master also

[@rsimko]

agreed 100%

[@eazye519]

This song makes me sad that we lost cliff at such a young age.

[@dakgeut]

Keep in mind that he was only 23 when Cliff wrote this song. He is a legend.

[@bananapuddingpop3867]

It's 3:30 in the morning and I'm bingeing watching your Metallica reactions. It means the world to a long time fan to see people appreciate the intelligence and artistry that the band possesses. They are proof that it's not all about being loud and simple. It, like any music, has depth beyond the superficial. They are one of a kind.

[@mauricioastete3568]

If you like the bass you should hear " Anesthesia Pulling teeth" live 83. The bass player Cliff Burton plays a solo thats insane, you have to watch that. Much love from Chile.

[@LongandWeirdName]

There's a version of Anesthesia on KZbin with the bass guitar removed. A must hear for everyone who thinks bass doesn't count for much in metal. Edit: And yes. By "bass removed" I mean it's just a whole bunch of silence with a tiny bit of Lars near the end.

[@eazye519]

Cliff didnt found Metallica

[@mauricioastete3568]

@@eazye519 Your absolutly right, my mestake.

[@adampage1060]

Yes! Yes! Yes!

[@jaimekreator7978]

Wena recomendacion wn !!

[@jochencooper2751]

You're bang on, every time I listen to Orion I imagine I'm flying through a constellation of stars in a galaxy far far away

[@Danny_Inflames]

8:10 CLIFF’S BASS SOLO AND NOTHING ELSE MATTERS!!!!🔥🔥🔥❤️

[@KnightFace3000]

Orion is my favourite Metallica song. Been a fan for 33 years. LARGE FEELS!

[@brianlcantu]

Long Live Cliff Burton. Orion is a true masterpiece on playing the bass.

[@michaelscott9974]

But at one of his best 1985 Day on the green live For whom the bell tolls His double opening bass solo is mindblowing And he was only 23 yrs old

[@Jesse_Drake]

Well you’ve knocked off two of their instrumentals, might as well check out the rest of them. To Live is to Die, Suicide & Redemption, and of course the amazing bass solo by Cliff Burton: Anesthesia

[@mrjules1982]

Yes! especially Anesthesia seems like a must-listen judging by this video (We've definitely got ourselves a new Cliff fan here!). I don't even really care if you put it in a reaction video, mate (though I'd enjoy it if you did). I just want you to experience that one because I know you'll love it...

[@johnglue1744]

This song is an absolute masterpiece.

[@politicalscientist8880]

i feel like Metallica themselves would enjoy this video. Most people hear a good song, few latch on to the bass and whats really going on that makes this song so special. lovely stuff

[@ThomasJ_Music]

That’s really nice to hear. Thanks James!

[@Devil2k81]

Cliff's master piece. He left us too early, just as he was starting to shine. RIP Cliff.

[@altaycan389]

Yep. The intro, 2:33 and 8:09 are bass parts. This was, and is, Cliff Burton's song. Almost the entire song, including the guitars in the clean section, is his composition. Also, he is the reason why Metallica uses harmonies so often, unlike the other bands that are in the Big 4 of thrash metal. You can easily find the bass track of this song on KZbin. A great reaction as always. Keep it up!

[@ThomasJ_Music]

Thanks 🙏🏻

[@adameves5970]

Yes, that was the bass. Also, the bass solo at like the 7 minute mark, followed by the 2 guitar +1 bass harmony. A lot of people don't realize those high note sections are actually bass, but you definitely knew something was up. You can just hear the thicker strings, most other people don't notice this.

[@UltraViolent21]

One of my favorite songs. I found a kitten in a dumpster and took her in and named her Orion. Shes my best friend after my fiancé.

[@wyladellacope9498]

Love this 😸

[@dgtommy5420]

As mentioned in the comments already, Cliff did that solo at the intro, and a solo in between the guitar solos. The reason why the guitars harmonize a lot is, that Cliff actually taught them harmonies. He was the one behind harmony parts of Ride the Lightning and Master of Puppets and he wrote the interlude to Orion himself.

[@thanoskaraliopoulos1140]

both bass lines are played at the same time by Cliff thats just how good of a bass player he was

[@michaelscott9974]

The opening which slowly fades in is Cliff Burton doing a down rake on his bass And the second half is Cliff There are four parts on which u hear him do a semi backing with James

[@benweaver8086]

At 2:33 Yeh that's the bass. The bass in this song is amazing. Rip cliff burton

[@ThomasJ_Music]

*listens again* of course it is! Is this gonna be one of those songs where I hear something new every time I listen?

[@vannacee26]

@@ThomasJ_Music Yep. :)

[@xanderliscious]

It is also the bass from 8:10-8:29.

[@rafaeltilli3233]

It's cliff eternity

[@miklar19711]

Yes that was Cliff! Bass!

[@BoBo-wi2db]

I would suggest reacting to To Live is to Die from ...And Justice For All. You’ll be blown away. Another 8 minute or so instrumental with Jason Newstead replacing Cliff on bass after his death. Goosebumps!

[@ilaybenshoshan7567]

I'm telling you man I listened to many musicians and bands in my life, Metallica always comes on top for me in various ways. And I must say I see it in your reactions as well, always something else when it's Metallica...

[@kieranobrien7342]

Your right about the bass my friend listen to the start of damage inc😪 r.i.p. cliff

[@rockerfella8122]

So glad to hear this,thank you. Some 30 plus years ago I was riding my new freestyle bicycle with a new Sony walkman and a new Master of Puppets cassette and thought I was invicible. The intro made me feel like I was driving a tank into battle an gave me courage to do things that were not ordinary at the time. I still ride today,not as hard mind you and now this same song comes through the ear pods occasionally. For as hard and heavy as Metallica could be they had something special. The ability to write and compose music that still stands up and fits in with the times we live in today. What a great time in history for metal as a whole IMO. The bass and guitar harmony at 8:10 is special amongst all the other riffing by Cliff. I know this one didn't make you sweat but keep it on shuffle and maybe you'll hear something new each time.Thanks again for giving me that "invincible" feeling through your reaction.

[@ThomasJ_Music]

And this is exactly why I love doing these types of videos! Thank you Rocker Fella! Hang on though 8:10 was bass? *listens again* Omg it was bass too! Wow!

[@totalrepawns]

orion- masterpiece (the bass is Cliff working his magic )

[@akenawell]

Thank you. You’ve had the most honest and genuine understanding and enjoyment of each Metallica reaction that I’ve seen on KZbin. You pick up on every little thing, musically and lyrically, and it’s a joy to see you enjoy it all.

[@gianwinters]

The solos on the lower spectrum was Cliff, there were about 4 bass solo pieces there. Cliff Burton was schooled taught the guys music theory

[@GuataPeluda]

Yes, it is the bass.

[@michaeldinsen7641]

Greatest instrumental I've ever heard

[@bobcaca6744]

This song and the album in general is very atmospheric. Adds a bit of a psychedelic element to the experience of MoP

[@beardymcbeardface69]

34 years on, still putting me into a trance.

[@raplottrpj]

Not only are they The Kings Of The Transitions but they have the crispest clearest cleanest sound I've ever heard. Such a relaxing song.

[@roberthughes6836]

Cliff burton the bass player the legend my fav band for 32 yrs

[@KevinDurbin]

Cliff was just that good.......................... and Robert as well

[@DurtyKahuna]

Metallica was about 20 years old when this was written. Fuckin' crazy geniuses

[@lukedrums8463]

I heard this song for the first time when I was 14 I'm 43 now and I've loved Metallica ever since rip cliff

[@brianmcandrew719]

The master. Cliff Burton RIP

[@Hurricane000007]

Such a good reaction. And no, you shouldn't have paused. Orion is a blessing that should be heard in it's completion. Loved this man!

[@zirzer666]

Oh yeahh,,,that's MASTERPIECE!,,🤘

[@shanegibbons8921]

Yes it is the bass. Im really impressed you caught that

[@brentharty7509]

I really appreciated watching you react to the first time to Orion. Back in 1988 before the... And Justice For All album came out, I wasn't a Metallica fan. My friends were and knew I was into guitars. They made me listen to Orion. One of my bros had a sweet sounds system in his Chevy Blazer. I was absolutely floored and in to space of about 8 minutes I went from antagonist to a hungry fan! Over 32 years later, I am still a hungry Metallica fan! They have made such a positive influence in my life and often I feel as if the song is speaking directly to me, especially the guitars of James and Kirk! Of course, Cliff was a rare, rare talent and Metallica is different without him, but his influence is still very much there. At any rate, I can tell you love all music and Metallica to me, is the pinnacle of any band that uses guitars! Keep up the good work!

[@ThomasJ_Music]

This is amazing Brent! It’s awesome to hear how much a band has influenced someone. For me it was the Smiths. Not because of their musical ability, but more about the lyrics. As a typical teen, it was reassuring to know that others felt the same things I was (angst, anxiety worry etc). And Morrissey confirmed that for me.

[@dutchman5653]

I'm impressed by this guy's sensitivity to music. This is one of their greatest songs for a reason, and that reason is Cliff Burton.

[@harryhurd2474]

Yes it was still the bass. if you want to see what Cliff could do check out Anesthesia- pulling teeth. Bass god level

[@toddsonnier3763]

Next: Welcome Home: Sanitarium

[@AZColt1971]

1986. Still great!

[@MasterTapes1960]

Without a doubt 🎶Masterpiece 🎶

[@2heavenAndHell]

"every song is exquisite". I have the same experience. I used ot love metallica for theit solos and speed. but today I love them for their enormous talend, the amazing compositions and the great lyrics. I repeat myself: you don't have many metal bands which at their young age created songs that deep.

[@ContraMenulis]

Yes the Bass is killing it. Cliff Buton was a hell of an talent. If you want to see it, you maybe go for "Anaesthesia" or "For whom the bell tolls". But i would suggest the live version (Anesthesia (Pulling Teeth) Live Chicago 1983, For Whom the Bell Tolls (Live) [Cliff 'Em All])

[@markduffy8034]

There are plenty of live version available on MetallicAs KZbin channel 🤘

[@mordor666]

One of the best Metallica songs ever. R.I.P. Cliff I can't imagine what Metallica would have become with you. :(

[@DominicMai]

Please keep on reaction to Metallica. There are tons of unbelievable good music of this band ... also with very deep lyrics, but the music plays the main part. Like your reaction, cause' you're not one of those guys jumping around in front of their monitors cause' they know Metallica is going to deliver Views ... Really appreciate your thoughts on the songs and the band.

[@ThomasJ_Music]

Thank you! Tbh watching those inspired me to do my own reactions, but with the objective of being completely different to them and actually offering some musical opinion. I’m glad you think I’m doing that so far :)

[@Davis_Green]

@@ThomasJ_Music likewise, I appreciate the genuine reaction and thoughtful response. With you I feel as if we are sharing a glass of fine wine. . . Not a case of beer. . . Thanks.

[@ThomasJ_Music]

@@Davis_Green haha! Love this! Thank you!

[@silverwolf5151]

Spot on review!! 💯

[@snixelpig]

Orion is special

[@gman248]

I just love the smile that comes up every now and then when the parts change. It's truly an adventure this song, isn't it?

[@ThomasJ_Music]

The slow ‘floaty’ bit 🤯

[@TOMR3D]

Wow i just realised it's named Orion because of how the music transitions like the constellatioon which risesand sets four minutes earlier every day.

[@AOIbis]

My favorite song ever. This was full power Infinity gauntlet Cliff Burton. RIP Cliff Burton

[@timwaggoner6752]

Cliff played bass like it was a lead guitar. Amazing...

[@perhapsavailable]

Thanks for doing this Metallica run. I've thoroughly enjoyed every minute of every reaction you've done. You are a keen listener and a cunning analysist, good sir :)

[@leoluscher2207]

'tallica weekend 2 NOW!!!!!!!

[@D_Shem73]

One of the greatest songs ever written

[@ossamasami8452]

RIP Cliff

[@spardaelisyum]

Now you need to listen "to live is to die", you gonna love it, and the story behind every musical phase!

[@warrenh]

8:10 is a bass solo too.

[@samain1804]

"Better to have loved and lost than never to have loved at all."

[@johnknight9150]

Those were kick drums at the end, and yeah it was doubled on the album, and they play the solos live. There's a nice live version from Through The Never, with Robert Trujillo (cue moronic sarcastic comments about the "new guy" below) on bass. Ultimately Orion is famous as Cliff's song more than anything else.

[@antonytheolddog8626]

When you see a genuine big smile from listening to music, and that being just after cliiff's solo bit. my fellow manc, i knew he was a smart lad..lol oh its all about the bass..

[@metair3759]

Yeah! I’d like to suggest just another weekend of Metallica! I say we do that again for sure! 🙋‍♂️

[@vannacee26]

Some great waltzing parts. 💙 You seem to know what section I'm referring to. :) @7:14 My absolute favorite instrumental!! Too bad you couldn't squeeze in my second fave instrumental by them called-- "To Live Is To Die" ... Awesomeness. Cliff Burton (bassist) was in the band for the first three albums. This was his third & last. 💔

[@Mevazare]

That part where you asked if that was the bass line, yes that was. They focus on that distinct part live.

[@impek667]

My soul loves this song 😍

[@MrKarate_11]

This is my favorite song in the world. The second one is To live is to Die. Thank you Metallica. Thank you Cliff.

[@97warlock]

First time I heard Nutshell from A.I.C Those long smooth drawn out sustaining notes ….. First time I heard it, I thought..... Metallica- Orion,

[@TrojanRabbit521]

RIP Cliff this was Cliff’s masterpiece before he was taken from us. Got to see him once in Dallas still can hear that fuzz tone! He taught Kirk Hammet how to figure out the harmonies. In previous albums he just showed the notes to Kirk. By making Hammet learn those harmonies the Metallica sound lived on.

[@chrisjohnzo5235]

R.I.P. Cliff

[@BoBo-wi2db]

Yes that was the bass

[@gazzab7909]

You have to remember these guys wrote this masterpiece in the 20’s. CLIFF BURTON.........LEGEND 🤘

[@scottcopeland2585]

Yes the really thick sound at the start is the bass. Playing through his Morley fuzz wah.

[@dennielang4304]

This songs is ,.. hard to say in word for the unique of Orion .. more better than any other Metallica songs cause this is early of them,.. so original.. no one after Cliff in the same level, Jason.. or Trujillo.. they r different. RIP Cliff Burton.

[@Flaco-ip7cl]

Comment . to live is to die Great reaction Cheers from a Salvadoran I only subscribe to the best You are one of them

[@ThomasJ_Music]

Thanks Antonio! ☺️

[@ellesartelcontar153]

Best Metallica reaction channel! This dude really digs into music, and does not make videos just to collect likes or views. Well done ser

[@ogwraith5952]

Watch the live Italy version

[@philrob1978]

Only just found your channel, loved your reaction to this so much, It was like when I introduced this to a mate for the first time and watching their jaw drop. Astonishing tune. Instant Subscribe!

[@cajunoutdoors9994]

The lyric video really slaps of this song

[@LC-gs6qv]

Yes. That bit was the bass 👍

[@silverbutterknife8511]

I'm not a metallica fan. ...but this song, it's special.

[@LC-gs6qv]

The base was also playing part of the last solo aswell.

[@colmhain]

LOL! This song's been doing that to me for over thirty years.

[@bc3421]

Cliff put an effect on that bass line. RIP

[@glenseivers8318]

Awesome reaction mate👍 Love your analysis. On point

[@digitalix912]

Don't get me wrong, I love Cliff and his work for Metallica with all my heart. But for me the true form of Metallica is with Jason Newsted.

[@LC-gs6qv]

Great reaction to a classic 👍

[@jaybird455]

Not sure if anyone has mentioned this or not. Metallica didn’t play this song for so long. I could be mistaken, but I’m not sure they played it after 1991 when the Black Album hit. It wasn’t until late 2000’s when the began incorporating it on regular set lists. I’m sure they played it before then, but it wasn’t a reg played song for sure, especially through the nineties and into the early 2000’s. And it’s really not a regular played song still, although the “Orion Tour/Festival the did kinda bring it into more of a forefront of a song played.

[@doncarlossr.]

I love this Masterpiece from them. They have a couple of other masterpieces as well. To Live is To Die, Anesthesia (Pulling teeth) and The Call of Ktulu. Very nice! Good one. RIP Cliff Burton!

[@wyladellacope9498]

I LOVE watching your facial expressions during this amazing song 🤘🏻😎❤️