Dad Reacts to Run The Jewels - RTJ4

[@VERIDISQUO201]

First 3 albums ARE A MUST

[@blitz1904]

Facts was wondering why they started here

[@PoorEdward]

@@blitz1904he said he didn’t know much about rtj so maybe he’s more familiar w this project

[@mafiapenguin9878]

@@blitz1904 Because its the best

[@knutt8580]

PLEASE RTJ1 IS PEAK

[@Chronicallyaddictedtomusic]

@@blitz1904Because it’s the best one; either that or 2.

[@Trashious12345]

Today is the 10 year anniversary of RTJ 2. Its a great album.

[@cli260]

The question is tho: is it better than Meow the Jewels 😼

[@aes_spector]

​@@cli260 Meow the Jewels >>> TPAB

[@kylanmcbeth]

WHAT

[@mediumvillain]

😐😭

[@jaydestone54]

I love that your dad recognized Zach's voice on "JU$T" but couldn't place it. Rage Against the Machine, baby!!

[@tracybarrett7465]

If you like rage/ Zach you should check out one day as a lion.

[@parallaz_]

3:05 yankee and the brave 5:34 ooh la la 7:51 out of sight 10:13 holy calamafuck 12:27 goonies vs. E.T. 15:11 walking in the snow 18:21 JU$T 20:29 never look back 23:08 the ground below 25:35 pulling the pin 28:16 a few words for the firing squad

[@klla_km]

El-p is the New York hip-hop legend he's been doing it since the early 90s and his production has always been on Point like this

[@schizothread]

i wake up and thank god every day that The Cold Vein exists in the same time period as me. El-P production is unreal.

[@NotUrStupidName]

The "I can't breathe" in Walking in the Snow is in reference to Eric Garner who was also killed by police in a similar fashion to George Floyd and his last words were "I can't breathe", the song was written before George Floyd's death but they released the album literally right after.

[@rayven2020]

if I remember right they even brought forward the release date by a few days. I had the album on pre-order so I was shocked when I got the email saying it was early. When I listened though it all made sense. I don't know if it's why they released it early but so much of the content seemed to be talking about the riots that where happening right there and then they would have been crazy to hold onto it for even a few days longer!

[@Koogai]

​@rayven2020 you're right, the riots and protests surrounding Floyd were the reason, I think they dropped it like 2 days early

[@soorianpadmanabhan6603]

Same Week

[@FallingOutTheSky]

Killer Mikes verse on walking in the snow is still one of the best this decade, just absolutely incredible

[@Imperial2xx]

“Around the age of 5 you’re shipped away for your body to be stored” his delivery on this shit was flawless🥶

[@wdjmo]

"Never forget in the story of Jesus, the hero was killed by the state"

[@thesongoflunch]

"Vonnegut punch for your atlus shrugged" is such a outrageously strong line

[@LordPerrin]

Maybe my favorite bar ever

[@ghani666]

Had to pause the song and sit in silence for like 5 straight mins after hearing that the first time.

[@yodaphobic96]

One of the greatest hip hop albums of all time and it barely gets talked about, it’s a shame really.

[@PoorEdward]

Lack of pop

[@anochi8965]

An RTJ2 reaction is a MUST.

[@Pootie2Good]

“Just gave you inspiration for free” They released this album digitally for no charge, free download

[@wheatthicks]

Just like the previous three

[@drnovaface7785]

Didn't expect a RTJ reaction, but looking forward to this and hopefully they react to at least 2 and 3 too 🔥

[@DJKuroh]

Facts. All the albums are great, but for me, #2 is the best.

[@810austin]

Don’t forget 1! They’re all masterpieces.

[@Melkimund]

Omg let's fucking go it's about time. The boys are legendary! No misses in the whole discography

[@danielrasmussen2167]

RTJ has the incredible alchemy --their music somehow manages to be alternately, and even at times simultaneously, hard, experimental, thought-provoking, funny and fun as hell. It's really mind-blowing when they lock-in (which is most of the time). It's surreal. Damn, what a blast watching you guys listen to this one. Can't wait til you get to the rest, particularly 2. Would love if you get into their solo stuff. R.A.P. Music (although that's in a lot of ways just RTJ beta mode) and Cancer4Cure ("Tougher Cokder Killer" might be my favorite collab between Mike and El--that beat and Mike's gonzo verse...mmaaaaaan) especially.

[@Reed_Rages]

So glad y’all gave “a few words for the firing squad” the love it deserves that’s one of my favorite rap songs ever

[@hugobecookin]

El-Ps history with Company Flow and its legacy to underground rap is amazing too. Massive shoutout to Myke C-Town for putting me on all those years back 🥺

[@TimmWith2Ms]

Yes to more RTJ!! Also 2:40 is a crazy statement to say to your son 🤣

[@PhysicalMediaOnline]

Man…yall HAVE to do a blind reaction to RTJ2! Would be amazing to see u both react to that one for the first time. I don’t think they can ever top that album. 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@wietsevanderkooi2290]

Yeah 2 and 3 are more than worth reviewing. And thank you for reminding me of this great album.

[@SimonWh0]

Absolutely

[@henryhill92]

For me its IV > I > II > II

[@twite5462]

A few words for the firing squad has at least 10 parts that give me goosebumps every time

[@Neisan2112]

Hell yeah RTJ lets gooooo! Personally RTJ3 is one of my favorite hip hop albums period but 4 still rules so much. Glad yall loved it, can't wait to see more!

[@madsines5301]

Based. RTJ3 is the best one fr

[@twite5462]

Wouldn’t be upset with 3 more RTJ reactions

[@grahamkristensen9301]

Longtime RTJ fan here 🤜👈. Their other albums are also amazing, you should definitely get around to reacting to those. Also, the guitar sample on The Ground Below is from a song called "Ether" by Gang of Four. Entertainment, the album it comes from, is IMO one of the greatest punk records ever made.

[@khalewren2734]

A few words for the firing squad is a fucking stunning outro

[@DavidThomasComedy]

You have to go through their discography, I’ve been waiting for this for a WHILE from you guys

[@94clutz]

01. Yankee and the Brave (Episode 4) 3:02 02. Ooh LA LA (feat. Greg Nice and DJ Premier) 5:32 03. Out of Site (feat. 2 Chainz) 7:47 04. Holy Calamafuck 10:10 05. Goonies vs. E.T. 12:25 06. Walking in the Snow 15:08 07. JU$T (feat. Pharrell Williams & Zack de la Rocha) 18:20 08. Never Look Back 20:26 09. The Ground Below 23:07 10. Pulling the Pin (feat. Mavis Staples & Josh Homme) 25:23 11. A Few Words for the Firing Squad (Radiation) 28:06

[@sandrodeyoung854]

Its insane that RTJ haven't got a grammy yet. Killer Mike got it with Micheal and it hurts a a bit that EL-P doesn't have one yet. He deserve it. Great video guys!

[@Imperial2xx]

This is top 5 hip hop albums OAT for me personally so I was waiting for this. Also, the ending to “a few words for the firing squad” loops back to the beginning of “yankee and the brave”, making the album a perfect loop. I saw El-P say this in an interview somewhere so there might be a deeper reason behind it. Looking forward to more RTJ reactions🤌

[@cheesenne_jam]

I didn't know 4 was the first number on the scale but I'm not complaining!

[@racci_fakes5951]

I never listened to run the jewels but people talk about it as this legendary hip-hop duo, that being said I thought they would have released wayyyyy earlier then 2013 I've never heard of anything being that young in hip-hop yet still that highly regarded

[@danielwilliams9459]

Individually they've both been rapping and/or producing since the 90's so they were already respected before they teamed up. So while RTJ is massively respected it didn't come from nowhere in 2013.

[@jaytheturtle4190]

The duo itself is young, but both Killer Mike and El-P have been established artists since like the 90s.

[@racci_fakes5951]

@@jaytheturtle4190 that's why I'm saying it's weird that this was way after their prime

[@weaselsdawg]

@@racci_fakes5951 and it kinda became their new prime

[@hugobecookin]

I guess both of their reputations were already out there, and RTJ gave them a commercially bigger second wind ? Either way I think it’s great and random. Doesn’t ever happen much in hip-hop off the top of my head

[@corwinloach9359]

Such an insane run of albums, all the RTJ projects are incredible

[@bawling]

JU$T was one of my favorite songs of 2020. a certified banger back to front

[@endlessquiver]

Years on and everything about Walking in the Snow still gives me goosebumps. RTJ is the perfect fit for Kevin and this channel, absolutely need to go through the first 3 albums and Michael by KM

[@АртемМындра]

Was waiting for RTJ reaction for a long time!

[@Deltron3031]

This album got me through 2020 for real! When RTJ first hit it was such a throwback, since I was listening to El-P and Killer Mike individually back in the '90s/early 2000s!

[@polixthepole]

Just listened to all 4. All songs going on my playlist without a doubt

[@xXxXx-----xXxXx]

they never missed, it's incredible

[@petes8280]

Genuinely excited to see you do their first three albums. Every time I listen back to all of their albums, I shift constantly which is my favourite. I’d highly recommend seeing them live too…

[@undisputedgaming4079]

Ayeee Connor and Kevin you guys need to go to RTJ3 such a good album and been rocking with yall for a min

[@Duncstorm]

This was my favourite album of 2020 the production and performances make it endlessly replayable.

[@dreigivetimpoolmassivewedg7646]

Gotta do RTJ3 as well man. Second best concert I've ever been to(behind Outkast) was Run the Jewels at Loufest here in St Louis and they opened with Talk To Me....theres a part early in the song where the beat drops and the energy from that drop never ceased for the rest of the hour or so long show. Their music has a special energy to it.

[@kubahavelka9556]

i was praying for this for years

[@AbashedGuitar97]

Rtj3 up next!! Since both of you havent heard it, i cant wait to hear both first impressions

[@kreparAZ]

great video guys. be sure to show him the first three albums and potentially RAP music by killer mike that was produced by elp prior to RTJ. lotta goodies there!!

[@DJTransplant]

RTJ2 is what got me back into rap. You guys need to review that one! All four are great, but that one stands out the most!

[@afishperson]

Thank god, I have been waiting for some rtj on this channel for a while

[@tbballer1080]

Rtj3 & Rtj4 are some of my favorite albums oat. Excited to see the reaction

[@tatibuiatti]

OH MY GOD YES!!!!! i’ve been waiting for RTJ! they are so much fun

[@jaydestone54]

Hell yeah! Go down the whole RTJ rabbit hole! Also please do Joey Valence & Brae 'No Hands'!!! PLEASE!

[@Kingyenque]

RTJ 1-4 are legendary albums . RTJ 3 was my intro to them and I had to go back and listen to the other ones and they’re all just as good. RTJ 3 holds a special place in my heart though.

[@mikhailloskov7784]

So happy to see this video popped! Let's fuckin' go for the three others ! RTJ forever 👉 🤛

[@Kreacher3]

Definitely here for more RTJ!

[@ciafciaf]

I am so happy you got to listen to this. Man, what an album.

[@thenerdypunk143]

I’ve been waiting for RTJ since I first saw one of your videos! So incredibly excited!

[@JohnGudmann]

yesss, I need you guys to do the other RTJ records!

[@iljavoronov4109]

That was a perfect reaction! Please more of RTJ!❤

[@radiohead6283]

Glad u finally discovered them. Amazing energy. You guys are awesome by the way.

[@deatgr3623]

I’d love to see some of the classic Def Jux stuff on here (The Cold Vein, Fantastic Damage, Labor Days, I Phantom)

[@Obladesque]

You gotta do RTJ2 at some point! 10 seconds into the first track and Killer Mike has me more hyped than most other full albums

[@squeezeslemons]

Tip toe on the track like a ballerina

[@bigdaddy793-1]

hoping this leads to a rage against the machine reaction

[@kazzy1834]

I'd be surprised if kevin never heard them

[@bigdaddy793-1]

@@kazzy1834 he probably has because he recognized zack's voice, but neither of them seemed to recognize his name so maybe theyre not super familiar with their work

[@jja2000]

Man, they'd love it I'm sure. Hope they see this.

[@ilay3379]

What album should i start with if i want to get into rage againt the machine?

[@jja2000]

@@ilay3379 Chronological order is fine, Self-titled, Evil Empire, The Battle of Los Angeles and (if you want, since it's a coveralbum) Renegades.

[@krisswatt]

Oh baby, I've been waiting for this one!

[@mynamesSpartacus]

I've seen RDJ twice now, once at The Game Awards, and the second time during their own show. Last year they did a 10 year anniversary show where they did 4 nights at the Hollywood Palladium (HORRIBLE VENUE!!) and each night they performed one album from start to finish along with some crowd favorites. I got to go for the final night and saw them perform this whole album. It was incredible and the energy in the room was beyond electric! Tenacious D opened for them with a DJ set (wish they actually performed though).

[@justineskillman6385]

My fav RTJ song is Thieves! (Screamed the ghost) and I would loovvve to hear dad react to that!

[@810austin]

Terrible day at work, this is what I needed!

[@ericwoodward1833]

I subbed to this channel for way to long to wait for you guys to react to RTJ

[@kyan02_]

Run The Jewels is amazing. I played Cyberpunk 2077 in Covid-time and RTJ made a soundtrack for it. And because I liked that song so much, I dived into the other songs and albums. They're just so frickin' good

[@superluminalsquirrel9359]

Love to see RTJ on the channel! Obligatory Indicud request… I can’t wait to see Kevin’s reaction to JWIA

[@jesusibarra4016]

Love that you started with 4, now you guys gotta go back and listen to 3,2,1.

[@kylehall4850]

El-P been killing it for years. Company Flow in the 90s, but his second solo album I'll Sleep When You're Dead has features from Mars Volta, Cat Power, and Trent Reznor....and guest rappers as well

[@cheqers_]

3 was my fave for sure. Love Shadow and Nobody Speak is monstrous

[@Michael-fs1cw]

I can’t wait to see your reactions to the first 3!! All so great. 4 might be my fav, that ending ((Jimmy Seville line 😮))) killer Mike El -P forever

[@BMDubsKid]

2:40 Weird thing to say to your son, Kevin

[@Scottacus96]

I would love to see more RTJ here!

[@nonapplicable6619]

Run the Jewels is such an insane duo gotta check out the others as well they are amazing

[@seanplace2471]

Got to see them perform this album front to back in NYC and it was incredible

[@seanplace2471]

When the sax player took the stage for the final track, the roof came off

[@dreigivetimpoolmassivewedg7646]

A few words from the firing squad is so fire

[@claravaradi-true2133]

Gotta check out their tiny desk performance! Their chemistry and flow kills

[@dreigivetimpoolmassivewedg7646]

I know Mike gets all the the love for his lyrical brilliance and he deserves it; but i swear El is on par with him. They're both top 50 rappers living

[@thommyboy2742]

3 Is a masterclass on transition and sonic flow.

[@Drez17235]

The "And you so numb you watch the cops choke out a man like me/And 'til my voice goes from a shriek to whisper, 'I can't breathe.'" bar is in reference to Eric Garner who was killed in police custody for selling loose cigarettes; he too was placed in a chokehold and was recorded saying, "I can't breathe," back in 2014.

[@jakemilano8868]

Yes do rtj 2 and 3!!!

[@dapperduckBJS]

This is my new fav KZbin channel bro 🙏🏼

[@Maleek732]

An album that really understood the heat of the confusion & chaotic nature of 2020. Run The Jewels are so good at giving self awareness in their music.

[@CookedGames281]

Ohh La La is still an amazing song! Hits so many elements!

[@darkhoundslobber2028]

gotta go back and listen to rtj 3. it's also a masterpiece.

[@UNlT]

You have to listen to the royal blood version of “the ground below” it’s fantastic

[@LoganArndt]

Seen RTJ 6 times. First time in 2016. Good times!!

[@maximumrelaxation4770]

Yall need to do the first two albums!

[@cm9241]

RIP Lola/Gangsta Boo. Gone way too soon. One of my first IG posts was a video of RTJ performing RTJ 2 in Memphis at Minglewood, and she came out to do Love Again, commented on my post after the show. 10 years ago. It's legitimately hard to listen to Walking In the Snow now, but I'm so thankful she got to be part of that before she passed. Love Again is entertaining for sure, but Walking In the Snow meant something. Also, Mr Muthafuckin Exquire has some pretty good solo music.

[@opinionaytedonhockey]

There will be a lot of Run the Jewels recs which are deserved... but I'lll Sleep When Youre Dead by El P and The Cold Vein by Cannibal Ox (produced by El P) are both sleeper hits, especially Cold Vein which is an underground classic

[@ryanhauck70]

RTJ embodies everything that I listen to rap music for

[@Musiiq10]

20:07 nah you guys need to do R.A.P. Music from 2012. It’s his best album and is the first collab between El P and Killer Mike

[@yesmk000]

classic. top 10 hiphop of the 10s

[@mikeawsome12]

Love run the Jewels! I’m sure we will see the rest of the albums!

[@Yagunitto]

im SO happy for Kevin that he liked the album. now you have to do the full RTJ albums run

[@auritrohasan3518]

AWESOME VIDEO! I RECOMMEND THE NEW SOUND BY GEORDIE GREEP, HE WENT SOLO AFTER BEING THE FRONTMAN OF BLACK MIDI AND I FEEL AS IF HIS NEW ALBUM IS ONE OF THE BEST THIS YEAR!

[@PopCultureWeirdo]

The two last songs are sooooo fkin good that would be a other new album with those, legendary album, RTJ gets better with every drop.

[@ashermoran611]

RTJ 2,3 are just as incredible as this album, definitely worth a reaction.

[@dreamusmenus3759]

Goat crossover, PLEASE DO MORE RUN THE JEWELS. Also check out some El-P solo stuff and Killer Mike. Injury Reserve is another underground rap group you should check out.

[@cupimcupim75]

It would be cool if yall listened to some of El-p's solo work like Fantastic Damage, it's a great album and barely talked about

[@InfamousBeaver]

I'm just at the start of the video and intend to watch it, but I remember when this album came out I thought it was the most well-timed, pointed album in my relatively short life time (I was like 26 at the time). I enjoy hip-hop a lot, but I'm a middle class white kid from Canada so as much I respect the genre, I can't relate to a lot of rap/hip-hop on the deepest levels, but I think just as a product of the time this album was very impactful to me.

[@Louback33]

I might be really slow, but i now just realized "yankee and the brave" refer to el-p being from new york (yankees) and killer mike being from atlanta (braves). it was right there all along