UNLEASH THE ARCHERS - Awakening (Full Band Playthrough Video) | Napalm Records

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UNLEASH THE ARCHERS on tour in 2024:
Legions of Metal Festival:
5/03 - Chicago, IL @ Reggies
Australia and New Zealand Headliners:
6/05 - Canberra, AU @ Basement
6/06 - Sydney, AU @ Manning
6/07 - Melbourne, AU @ Croxton
6/08 - Brisbane, AU @ The Zoo
6/09 - Adelaide, AU @ Lion Arts
6/13 - Auckland, NZ @ Galatos
6/14 - Wellington, NZ @ Valhalla
European Festivals:
7/05 - Ballenstedt, DE @ Rock Harz
7/06 - Knislinge, SE @ Time To Rock
7/12 - Visovice, CZ @ Masters Of Rock
7/19 - Laukaa, FI @ John Smith Fest
7/21 - Baile Figa, RO @ Celtic Transylvania
8/02 - Wacken, DE @ Wacken Open Air
8/09 - Villena, ES @ Leyendas Del Rock
8/10 - Walton-On-Trent, UK @ Bloodstock
Supporting POWERWOLF in North America:
8/29 - Los Angeles, CA @ The Hollywood Palladium
8/31 - Denver, CO @ The Ogden Theatre
9/03 - Chicago, IL @ The Riviera Theatre
9/04 - Cleveland, OH @ The Agora Theatre
9/05 - Silver Spring, MD @ The Fillmore
9/07 - Tampa, FL @ Jannus Landing
9/08 - Atlanta, GA @ The Masquerade
9/09 - Charlotte, NC @ The Fillmore
9/12 - Philadelphia, PA @ The Fillmore
9/13 - Worcester, MA @ The Palladium
9/14 - New York City, NY @ Brooklyn Paramount
9/15 - Laval, QC @ Place Bell
10 years of UNLEASH THE ARCHERS! These heavy metal heroes are celebrating this honour with an exhilarating feast on "Apex", their fourth masterpiece. This one will take nerves of steel; from its opener “Awakening” to the closing title track, the listener will partake in a furious adventure, weaving through elements of the strongest metal genres of our time. You’ll be guided by the shimmering heat of sweeping lead guitars, face-melting solos, deafening growls, pummelling bass lines and of course the thrilling hooks of Brittney Slayes' king-size voice. Heartrending choirs defending heavy metal evermore beckon you into battle! Channeling the fiery brilliance of shooting stars, there is immense beauty on “Apex”, and it clutches you with a fervor that lingers well beyond the last cymbal decay. Through swift melodies and a flair for the dramatic, UNLEASH THE ARCHERS newest release compels you to chant with fists raised high in the air "All hail heavy metal!”

[@jasonwarbird]

As of 12/26/23: I have introduced 97 people to Unleash The Archers using this song. Stay tuned folks. The count is rising.

[@emohippy420]

any new updates?

[@jasonwarbird]

@@emohippy420 OMG Yes, thanks for reminding me!

[@jayyvibing9539]

@@jasonwarbird Sadly wasn't introduced by your comment, but I will say I was just because I love this song.

[@jasonwarbird]

@@jayyvibing9539 lol

[@villeporttila5161]

Probably the same for me, my son being one of them. This song is harder than an old baguette

[@Lamasdelaine]

I can't believe how everything in this song is pure perfection. Drummer got mad skills. Actually, they all do. She could sing me a curse and I'd gladly accept my fate, with pure joy.

[@L33CHW33D]

lmao

[@VeneficiumX]

Final boss, but with a major key twist. Final Fantasy could never. I understand what you mean.xD

[@infernus6278]

drummer is amazing

[@inquity6]

@@infernus6278 which is why he's married to the singer

[@infernus6278]

@@inquity6 You think they got married just because he is good at drumming? :))

[@Zyn88]

I don't always listen to this song, but when I do, so do my neighbors

[@Compendyum]

This is the way

[@rad.man.1]

F yeah they do.

[@wallyhicks5994]

Oh jeez, I nearly died laughing. Comment of the Months!!!

[@fartdoctor1]

My neighbors love it too. They cheer and stomp the whole time! 😀

[@flesh9canvas]

This made me belly laugh

[@AndreasJukic]

I just got introduced to Unleash the Archers through Grants mother. I was wearing my Megadeth T shirt while out for breakfast and my very kind waitress casually mentioned that her son plays in a band called Unleash the Archers. WOW! I’ve been missing out!!

[@choondroppa0001]

my buddy was neighbors with the dude from megadeth in arizona...

[@matthewdennis4572]

Everytime I hear and watch this song, I tear up. Being a musician my self, I appreciate good music.

[@choondroppa0001]

are those 2 concepts, tearing up and music, related ? -- lol (joke)@@matthewdennis4572

[@kornutz91]

​@matthewdennis4572 love this song also man

[@Liscom]

It's pretty rare that really EVERYONE in a band is absolutely awesome. What a beast of a band. The only thing I regret in life is not having discovered them earlier. Absolutely, utterly fantastic.

[@BrazzDazzle]

YES

[@alexiz0013]

Exactly how I'm feeling right now about not having discovered them earlier. Funny thing is that I've always dug this kind of music, but never actually took it upon myself to seek out artists and listen more intentionally. Finally doing it now, it's about time! Anybody have anymore recommendations?

[@Liscom]

@@alexiz0013 depends on what kind of metal you like - if you dig UNLEASH THE ARCHERS, you should / could like at least some (if not many) bands of this selection: KAMELOT, NIGHTWISH, SABATON, EPICA, POWERWOLF, SYMPHONY X, AMARANTHE, EVERGREY, THRESHOLD, AYREON, CIRCUS MAXIMUS, SHADOW GALLERY, AVANTASIA... There's a lot more, of course, and I left out almost all of the older "classics" that you probably know already. It's not the worst idea to listen to some of these bands on Spotify, Follow and Like what you... like and then let the Algorithm take over and recommend ever more stuff for you. There's so much great stuff out there! And that's just Power Metal / sometimes at the edge of Progressive Metal, there are so many other nice genres ;-).

[@alexiz0013]

@@Liscom Awesome, thanks a ton!! I'll definitely check those bands out and go from there (already heard some Nightwish

[@MultiCLucas]

Have you heard of Opeth?

[@mauriciocanales4903]

Lyrics: UNLEASH THE ARCHERS - Awakening To look up into the night's sky, to see the stars they are changed To know a thousand years or more have passed, and I am the same This mountain hollow that keeps me in a suffocating embrace A prison and a safe haven, it's always been this way Lo, a new master calls me to awakening, I know this one brings the end Far out beyond the darkness I've been living in it's true, a whole new world awaits Stellar constellations rise, lighting my way in the night Once again revitalized, to roam; to never die My path begins with the new dawn; a voice is calling my name It always starts as whispering then manifests to a scream I'm drawn to the creature that wakes me, bound to them by the curse My soul exists only to serve, a covenant of birth Fear not the task ahead there's no escaping it, there's no good nor evil here Stellar constellations rise, lighting my way in the night Once again revitalized, to roam; to never die Come to me, awakening Follow my voice, come to me Fear not the task ahead there's no escaping it, there's no good nor evil here Stellar constellations rise, lighting my way in the night Once again revitalized, to roam; to never Lighting my way in the night To roam; to never die

[@garysuarez9614]

"To roam never to die." Soon enough that fate comes for us all. Reach for the stars, friends, you might grasp a dream gently...

[@hranthir]

Um.. if I was just born, I could already go to Valhalla to this song.

[@differentfins]

You got the last line wrong. it goes "To roam; to never dddiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiieeeeeeeeeeeee" LOL

[@jivepsilocybe993]

These lyrics have no buisness being this epic. Apex and abyss should he made into a movie

[@user-yu2sx8bg6r]

Why so jolly?..

[@BarbellThor]

What's neat is they all look so chill about it like they're not putting on a production. They're just jamming nonchalant. It almost looks like they're warming up.

[@gluonpa6878]

Too calm for metal, perfect for RPG Saturday night though.

[@jppcasey]

That's the sign of a true pro.

[@silverspork86]

The Durden duration is hard

[@thomasmathews4592]

This is the most frustrating/delightful thing about watching people who are incredibly good. In order to get there they have to be so efficient with every movement that it looks effortless. This is incredibly irritating when you are starting off and are putting in loads of effort but are nowhere close to someone who looks from the outside like they are putting in no effort. The effort is just hidden in time.

[@no_information_available]

I refer to it as humble talent. I absolutely love it.

[@saberx08]

I swear to Christ... if this song had come out in the 80's, these guys would have been bigger than any other band at that time!

[@NicverAZ]

But you know what? These bands do better now, financially.

[@heryquaresma7826]

Também não me conformo de terem tão pouco destaque, é muita qualidade. Ainda mais quando se comprar a outras bandas um pouco mais conhecidas.

[@locastmincer]

God damnit why this have anything less than a trillion views?

[@NicverAZ]

@@locastmincer Independent musicians rarely break into millions of views. As long as they love off their art and you enjoy them...

[@V-RADIO]

Feel like Dragonforce, with some Slayer/Megadeth/Iron Maiden thrown in there.

[@climbhazzard126]

This feels like the song that the Bard in your RPG party uses to buff everyone's stats at once.

[@dslkjvoxicuyhgl4554]

Man, I wish you could upload this in everquest as a preset for bard

[@aurorithusshadowstar8303]

Huge Rez!

[@synonymdave]

Now, I can just see a party fighting with a giant monster, while the bard in the clones himself and starts a whole concert by himself in the background.

[@ChrisPBacon-zv4et]

Lol

[@nateisnobody5041]

Nice.

[@DemoniacalLaughter]

Listening to this song just gave me a plus 10 to archery in Skyrim,

[@davidoberrender124]

Jamming to hard it had a negative effect on sneak.

[@msihcs8171]

@@davidoberrender124 ofc Scott Buchanan's amazing skills on the drums give your Enchantment, One-Handed, and Block plus 10's as well so sneak isn't as necessary

[@zachmcmillan994]

Most underrated comment on KZbin

[@pineappletree50]

Funnily enough I’m listening to this whilst playing Skyrim 🤣

[@sylverfeathers]

Best post ever lol

[@anthonyborrelli6334]

That note she introduced the song with sent shivers down my spine, bros. You could say it’s “breathtaking”

[@scottmartin6594]

Check out their song Tonight We Ride!

[@kristianutaker459]

Calling anything but Keanu Reeves breathtaking, is blasphemy

[@piotrkowalski451]

I have been a metalhead for 40 years. I have heard A LOT of albums and songs. But this song...This song...Is the best fucking metal song ever created. It has EVERYTHING. And the entire "Apex" album is a masterpiece.

[@di0__0ib]

🤘yes

[@michag798]

Zgadzam się Piotruś.

[@FlowerLady-tv3ys]

I am not so sure about that my friend. "Shadow Guide ", really rocked. I been rocking since the 80's . Discoverd these guys on Pandora by accident. Boy love them!! Love metal. Thought Judas Priest, Lillian Axe, Metallica, and Krocus were out there. Krocus, "Our Love" was my most favorite song of all times. They were "IT" back then. Hmmm...dunno now. LoL!! New era, new love, "Alestrome", and "Powerwolf out there too. Love it.

[@nicolasviglietti5822]

I just can't shake the sensation that they get together for Dungeon and Dragons every weekend Edit: two years later and this comment keeps getting thumbs up, i'm frankly amazed. Thanks, y'all!

[@nicolasviglietti5822]

@@TitaniumDruid My thoughts exactly

[@codyroesch3888]

We all have our vices...……….we all have our vices.

[@stevensparks1500]

Nicolás Viglietti roll for imitative to write a new song

[@switchboardrevelry4275]

@@stevensparks1500 well someone rolled a nat 20 for this song.

[@gentle-man436]

I get a real Warlock vibe from this personally.

[@di0__0ib]

this is one of the most musically inspiring things I've ever seen/heard. Edit: I have been playing guitar for over 35 years. I even went to university as a guitar major. For a number of years recently I have lost motivation to play due to the way life has gone for me. This video. This performance. THIS SONG! I have been totally and completely motivated to pick my guitars back up to play and write again. When I said this was the most inspiring music I've ever seen/heard I wasn't kidding. I'm off on a new adventure in music thanks to this band and this song. Thank you Unleash The Archers for this song Thank you for this video Thank you for this unbelievable kick in the ass that my soul needed to feel in touch with music on this level again I needed to tell you that I hope one day you see this to know just how much you influence not just me but so many people with your music Again, thank you

[@BelgianJasper]

If you love this video, check out this interview with Unleash the Archers axe-man Grant kzbin.info/www/bejne/oaK0n5-VfJecotE

[@shannonlanfair9953]

Now that's a great comment..well done sir

[@ekulyarg]

I just like it

[@rttuo1259]

Honestly so happy for you

[@steeletaylor8079]

@@BelgianJasper mvp my friend. Best reply I've seen all week.

[@JoshuaMcGeekiest]

I'm glad this video exists, because I need to tune my harp today and Brittney's pitch is more precise than my set of tuning forks

[@Piitaa_Pain]

haha

[@xDPx-zh7vr]

Technically one of the tightest metal bands in existence. They make it look easy but coming from someone who's not naturally gifted in music and who works very hard to be just ok at it this is mesmerizing to watch.

[@Kossilar]

Wait till you hear about Meshuggah.

[@bradhaines3142]

@@Kossilar i know drums specifically, tool is god tier. danny carey is a beast

[@craigerickson6308]

Agree,they put on a great live show.

[@Malpheron]

@@bradhaines3142 Wait till you hear about Meshuggah.

[@chobe78]

@@Malpheron Nothing special, sorry. Every competent metal band can play tight, that's what the music needs more than anything else. :)

[@Shadowshael]

The quality of mustache on the drummer was just as impressive as the song.

[@TDBoedy]

That mustache is some lethal weapon schtick I swear. Dude looks like the tv actor.

[@BababooeyGooey]

Dude reminds me of a skinny Officer Farva.

[@ziiofswe]

The footwork ain't bad either.

[@MiloLexau]

RIGHT? RIGHT? LOL I thought for a legit second that it was Clayne Crawford on the drums lmao :D

[@jumi9342]

In german we call those things "Pornobalken"

[@andrewhackney6286]

Dig it. Maiden and Dragonforce had a baby and then got Ronnie Dio's long lost daughter to do lead vocals.

[@btraister1]

yup...lead is a little wheedly wheedly on the early part of the solo...

[@zachbohemian]

That sound fucking amazing

[@demonbushido]

I just discovered this band and my first thought during the intro was, "This is amazing and this guitarist is giving Dragonforce a run for their money."

[@mikepuppetz9]

I hear a lot of Kiske-era Helloween in there too.

[@SC-oe4tx]

Except Dragonforce is garbage that relies on studio software to clean up their music enough to put it on an album. They can’t play their own songs live.

[@lastmashstanding2155]

Dang she has a set of lungs to belt a powerful jam like that. These folks are very talented individuals

[@tinashoaf1665]

She sounds even better live!

[@biffbutkus8185]

@@tinashoaf1665 Wish they would come to the south east U.S. where I live. I would pay just to see them without an opener

[@dannyquiroz4812]

I wish theyt'd come to the southwest US for the same reason!@@biffbutkus8185

[@worldbigfootcentral3933]

Back in the old days when I was music critic, and interviewing bands like Anthrax and Metallica, it felt amazing to discover the existence of some incredible band you had never heard before and share it with your friends. Rarely happens anymore. Thanks Unleash the Archers for bringing that feeling back again. Love ya.

[@sublimesounds147]

Especially in the uk.Dokken,running wild,sanctuary,overkill when everyone thought motorhead were good lol.

[@SoldrfMfortune]

​​@@sublimesounds147Lemmy quietly died of cancer nobody knew about and still put on phenomenal shows for a man with 0 vocals. At least respect the consistency regardless of what he and the band were on. He never stopped until Death made him. That's metal to the core.

[@Monscent]

Guitar nerds shredding while sitting down totally still is the best thing ever.

[@christofferhougaard]

Hell fucking yeah it is! :D

[@PetarKaser]

It easiler to schred when sitting because the guitar doesnt move, high presicion

[@shawnburton385]

My D&D group and me once did a game where the players were in a band. No evil wizard, No apocalyptic demon horde. Just a band on a journey to adventure, and write the most metal album they could. Turns out, Unleash the Archers, did it first. Fucking Epic.

[@christopherdelaney6263]

I haven't had caffeine since the mid nineties. This song is so strong I am buzzing the whole week! The musicianship and vocals are off the f'n charts! I've heard this song hundreds of times and it still hits me like an avalanche of straight power! My best to ya!

[@canosisplays5152]

Metal is a genre that delivers a lot of things emotionally to me. This however made me misty eyed the first time I heard it. Where I usually find determination in darker place, this composition is bright. This feels like determination driven by hope which is a sensation that I could use more of. Incredible work. I am moved.

[@camobranson09]

I'd say "driven by purpose" not so much hope. Based on the lyrics.

[@oliverguenther2955]

@@camobranson09 It mostly based on what key or mode it was written in, minor keys are sad , major is happy, plus many more. I don't feel like writing a book in the comment section .

[@camobranson09]

@@oliverguenther2955 lol, all good. I know what you're talking about but hopeful songs can have somber or even disheartening lyrics. This songs lyrics seem to indicate purpose and determination.

[@KaminariHouse]

Good ol' Power Metal influence🤘 If you wanna hear a band that will make you feel like you can do the impossible possible though, check out the Power Metal band, Galneryus. While their whole "Ressurection" album is top-tier, DESTINY is arguably their best track (tho BURN MY HEART may be second). 99.999% chance you won't be disappointed.

[@jensmueller5351]

I hear you, brother

[@TooGouda]

Im losing count of how many times I spent 7 minutes watching this

[@lastofthewilds5485]

Same here, but worth every second!

[@sebaseduardo16]

time well spend

[@MichaelM-tt5wd]

dito

[@spinningtop5749]

join the club - Northwest Passage is fast catching up though

[@phantos138]

Yep me too

[@TheColonelCommisar]

The little bass tickle at 5:34 gets me every time

[@rickymendoza6173]

Bass tickle. Gold

[@ccmetalhead]

Gay af

[@zeanyt2372]

Yeah, you can tell someone was having little fun in the studio. Lol

[@ArcienPlaysGames]

The vocals, the riffs, the rhythm, the timing ... the way that bass is being played, how the FU- This track is amazing

[@starlightreverie8]

I can never listen to this just once. Always four, five, six times in a row. Favorite part is 3 minutes in when Brittney yells "YEAAAA---AAAH!!" Thrill up my spine, every single time. And that guitar solo - DAMN! I never get tired of this song. :D

[@justyouraveragehuman466]

Their drummer is the highlight of this entire song! Mad respect to this dude!

[@rodneyhowell7398]

Love his drumming booties lol

[@GourangaPL]

then search for Unlucky Morpheus - Cadaver drum playthrough made by Fumiya, that guy style is sick :)

[@RavenHeadInn]

The double tap with the heal is insanely good !

[@msumisu663]

.. And the rest of the band! - this song is the work of everyone on their A game

[@hellequim]

and he's using an al bundy tshirt or did i see it wrong? lol

[@stumct380]

6:51 So you see, that's where the trouble began.... that smile.... that damned smile

[@Celticninja011]

she has the perfect power metal voice

[@SaoGage]

She honestly just has the perfect voice period. It’s staggering how good she is, I listen to a ton of different genres and styles, and I’ve heard a LOT of incredible vocalists. She’s really at the top.

[@ghostdog5198]

I've been listening to this song for a many months now, but even after this time I get goosebumps every time. This fantastic band and the brilliant voice of Brittney blow me away every time. There are few bands and few voices that grab me like this one - I really love it.

[@puff_the_dragon_man1284]

Everyone talking about how awesome this song is, no one talking about that drummers epic mustache

[@Gnaaal]

...but we're all thinking about it

[@kevincamp2913]

Made every fireman and 70s porn star proud.

[@BeardedDanishViking]

Because the number of men that can actually wear mustaches today and not look like hipster toolbags, can be counted on one hand ;)

[@koreyhayden1368]

🤣🤣🤣

[@nex69696]

That's Randy Marsh aka Lorde

[@ShiningSpear]

The bassist's right hand technique is crazy. I don't think I've ever seen anyone do that before.

[@dsnodgrass4843]

It looks like classical guitar technique. Seems like it'd be a jump between those teeny nylon strings and this, tho'. But apparently it works for him.

[@MatsLindgrenMusic]

I knew I wasn't the only one who thought about that. xD

[@NikkoWhitworth]

Nailed it! Matt Garrison is my primary influence for adopting this four finger technique.

[@zaphods5383]

I was going to say the same. I need like a 3 cam 2500 fps to get it down.

[@odraude03]

ShiningSpear yeah, Crazy technique.

[@sharkondabass7393]

Just discovered this band a couple of months ago and I cannot get over how damn good they really are. I'm an old '80s metalhead that hasn't found too much within the last two decades of music that I really like. Today I am listening to Apex all the way through and I am just completely blown away. There isn't enough that it can be said about the composition, execution, and production of this album. The musicianship is God level and Brittany should have a constellation named after her someday. I hope that these guys get down south someday, and for the Canadians I don't mean Windsor. Best regards from rejuvenated metal fan. Thank you for your excellence and outright ass kickery on this album.

[@timhendricks650]

And you know there's a sequel album to Apex that came out last year, right?

[@sharkondabass7393]

@@timhendricks650 yes, I have listened to abyss as well and it is equally excellent. Personally, I'm an old fashioned guy and prefer the traditional six string approach over the extended range seven string, but that's just me. I hope that someday I will get a chance to see them live, but if I ever have the ability to do so I will go to them to experience one of their shows.

[@coryiroks]

I recently discovered this band through a picture of her on the internet…. I randomly looked up this band and this was the first song I listened to…. Got me a speeding ticket…..

[@TyGatti]

This is one of those rare gems that gets better every time you listen to it.

[@manbex4266]

@Alde Gleggersau I love how the chorus is cheesy, it kinda has a christmas song vibe

[@grievous444]

"Awakening" To look up into the night's sky, to see the stars they are changed To know a thousand years or more have passed, and I am the same This mountain hollow that keeps me in a suffocating embrace A prison and a safe haven, it's always been this way Lo, a new master calls me to awakening, I know this one brings the end Far out beyond the darkness I've been living in it's true, a whole new world awaits Stellar constellations rise, lighting my way in the night Once again revitalized, to roam; to never die My path begins with the new dawn; a voice is calling my name It always starts as whispering then manifests to a scream I'm drawn to the creature that wakes me, bound to them by the curse My soul exists only to serve, a covenant of birth Fear not the task ahead there's no escaping it, there's no good nor evil here Stellar constellations rise, lighting my way in the night Once again revitalized, to roam; to never die Come to me, awakening Follow my voice, come to me Fear not the task ahead there's no escaping it, there's no good nor evil here Stellar constellations rise, lighting my way in the night Once again revitalized, to roam; to never die Stellar constellations rise, lighting my way in the night Once again revitalized, to roam; to never die

[@Tzunamii777]

[@cafechipmunk087]

You the real MVP

[@CharleneHinker]

Awesome... Amazing voice and just intense song. Love it

[@bo0tsy1]

It's kinda fun.

[@ScheisseTyranna]

Thank u! So fun to sing along with Brittany!!

[@johnbengtson6903]

This is the first time I have heard this F-ING song and where the hell have I been. It smashes you in the face and is relentless for 7 minutes. Amazing!

[@andywagner212]

I love how they're playing these fast riffs like they're casually enjoying a morning cup of coffee.

[@psyrinox]

I've been a metalhead for well over 30 years. This song just rejuvinated me from a 5 year musical metal coma that's failed to spark a flame. What a masterpiece, well done.

[@0929mason]

psyrinox dude you must check out Myrath

[@princefeather]

Right!!!

[@princefeather]

So introduce me to the Band with a Bad ass song.....Give me a Myrath song that will give me Goosebumps like the "Awakening" chorus does.

[@0929mason]

princefeather check out Requiem for a Goodbye, to start you out. Lemme know what u think

[@princefeather]

@@0929mason oh yeah love it. Mix of Egyptian Scales. I'm a fan....THANK YOU!!!

[@FalconFlurry]

Literally everything about this song is so good: her vocals, the harsh backing vocals, the guitar work, the long intro, the double kick technique, that harmonic bass solo

[@egosirius]

Yes, the bass harmonizing with the main melody is fantastic!

[@christianhoelling7955]

This is what screaming is all about 1:20. That's the way you do it. Respect from Germany

[@ridhataqobalallah2285]

the bass player's right hand technique is unconventional for this genre, it's amazing

[@kaladin7487]

This song is too fucking good. I keep coming back to it over and over. 2 years later, still here

[@EvinceEthos]

Same.

[@RickMiddleton-1]

Same here!

[@danwiesdamageinc]

Shit, I'm waking up with this song stuck in my head.

[@qrxtra9397]

same

[@qrxtra9397]

probably 10th time im watching this vid

[@Jackal_Blitz]

I lost count of how many times I've replayed this. Absolutely stellar performance all around!

[@theconscientiousperfecter]

you can come see these guys at Guitars Under The Stars Music Festival July 28th 2018 www.guitarsunderthestars.net

[@ShawnJonesHellion]

Is this a performance? The wording suggests it's a video of a playthru. Not it is live performance audio.

[@maximem.ste-marie3578]

"stellar" I see what you did there ;)

[@sigirameder3400]

Brittney rocks. She is awesome. Her vocals are spectacular ! Great metal art. I could hear this all day long.

[@xStStSx]

It's sounds so clear. I can definitely hear every instrument and voice. Perfect mastering.

[@rjgideon71]

After almost 40 years of metal... I've never seen such an intense combination of skill and talent in one group. This *is* the pinnacle. Take note! It doesn't get any better.

[@tonypulvino3340]

You nailed it bro!

[@xissoxdb]

Listen to Bullet for my valentine then

[@xissoxdb]

Lol jk

[@pattymeals2395]

Try LOVEBITES there song shadowmaker 👍👍👍

[@nandoginkaku7610]

Look around the world bub. Theres a band from Japan called galneryus that keeps power metal alive too but that's just a tick in time like this band to even mention

[@bengreen1795]

My favorite part is 0:00 to 7:18

[@Jame5man]

My favourite part is the replay arrow at the end because I can listen again

[@novocainDaimon]

@@Jame5man My favourite part is, when you right click the video and then left click "repeat" ;)

[@audiotherapy6303]

the whole composition sounds so perfect. vocals, drum, guitar, bass, just everything. this is a handcrafted masterpiece!

[@deathbymonkeez4199]

Genius Lyrics: [Verse 1] To look up into the night's sky To see the stars, they are changed To know a thousand years or more have passed, and I am the same This mountain hollow that keeps me in a suffocating embrace A prison and a safe haven, it's always been this way [Pre-Chorus 1] Lo, a new master calls me to awakening I know this one brings the end Far out beyond the darkness I've been living in It's true, a whole new world awaits [Chorus] Stellar constellations rise Lighting my way in the night Once again revitalized To roam, to never die [Verse 2] My path begins with the new dawn A voice is calling my name It always starts as whispering then manifests to a scream I'm drawn to the creature that wakes me Bound to them by the curse My soul exists only to serve, a covenant of birth [Pre-Chorus 2] Fear not the task ahead, there's no escaping it There's no good nor evil here [Chorus] Stellar constellations rise Lighting my way in the night Once again revitalized To roam, to never die [Bridge] Come to me, awakening Follow my voice, come to me [Pre-Chorus 2] Fear not the task ahead, there's no escaping it There's no good nor evil here [Chorus] Stellar constellations rise Lighting my way in the night Once again revitalized To roam, to never Lighting my way in the night To roam, to never die

[@aliont]

Any one else notice the drummer using heel-toe technique to do doubles on the bass drums instead if just super fast singles? God damn that's impressive and smart as bell because it saves a lot of energy

[@jimlooby7950]

Haha I saw that immediately

[@WittyName44]

Yes. Super awesome technique. Stable kit and socks help. But so does a fantastic mustache!

[@smaariseth]

I`m not a drummer, but I think Mike Terrana does this also? He is pretty solid on the drums.

[@GB-rb1up]

That's one of the first things I noticed too. It makes sense and sounds great.

[@abnum13]

The ex dragonforce's drummer use the heel toe too

[@unwinsis]

Damn, that was good. They made a 7+ minute song feel too short, WOW!

[@pr0faker]

Honestly one of the few women who actually looks good while singing this kind of music and still sound so goddamn awesome.

[@theconscientiousperfecter]

you can come see these guys at Guitars Under The Stars Music Festival July 28th 2018 www.guitarsunderthestars.net

[@alvinshaw33]

DUDE didnt even notice it was that long.

[@deminybs]

are you seriously basing the quality of your music off how "hot" the singer is? lol

[@dukemeisterr7084]

i think what he was saying is "singing great and still looking hot" not "it was just good because she's hot" calm down

[@cameron818]

I just don't understand how anyone could downvote this. Just for talent alone they deserve an up vote.

[@gulleleck7401]

well just haters keep hatin everything let these guys make/like their own music just keep on rockin

[@Malc664]

Wow-what a singer. Powerhouse vocals. Absolutely love her.

[@imtrippedout]

Some dude at walgreens recommended this to me

[@dublinoseven3279]

imtrippedout Prescribed it.

[@kaseylashomb6140]

Lol. All my pharmacist recomended was a nice enema and some triple ply.

[@johnsummers9660]

Buy that man a beer.

[@christofferhougaard]

I agree with John. Get him a drink. Hot To Drink has many great tips on cocktails.

[@imtrippedout]

@@jeffolson762 lmao I quit mine bro was a DH.

[@tiakierre8129]

I analyzed this in a college level music theory class. Loved every second of it.

[@andrewfennewald9465]

Curious is it common to analyze rock songs in music theory classes? Or only the ones that have enough going on to be worth locking at?

[@tiakierre8129]

Andrew Fennewald that’s a good question. I feel like a lot of upper level music theory classes in college explore different genres of music to understand format.

[@md1987]

You have an amazing professor

[@bcbitchkkv]

When I went to High School (age 17-20) here in Denmark, I analyzed Dream Theater - A Change of Season in 1st grade and played Death - Crystal Mountain for my exam in 3rd grade, and I even had an old teacher (retired the past couple of years)! Most teachers probably know, that they can't keep on restricting young students to jazz, gospel etc., so they're probably fine with most music, as long as you can find tabs or sheets for it :)

[@ryanlangford149]

I love how I can hear a touch of Maiden in this...a few drops of 80s metal hot sauce as overall for us ancient metal heads. Great song and killer musicianship 🤘

[@Magnosummit]

I really thought of Dio's "Rainbow in the Dark."

[@RustyVaperGameplay]

Doesn't sound anything like Maiden. Maiden were straight up metal. Symphonic metal is very different. Retard.

[@petereriksson7782]

I just found this song and im not letting it go

[@darkbarghest83]

If Dio could hear this song, he would be very proud... Very proud indeed.

[@redhotchilifan98]

100%agree

[@kungfuman82]

Dio would bring them on tour, no doubt.

[@mathewlombardo3876]

I'm pretty sure they performed a ritual to summon the essence of dio during the writing of this song. There was no other way.

[@brandmeow9014]

Metal this powerful will always reach the ears of the Gods. Dio has been smiling that big grin of his all along.

[@steelphoenixindustries2949]

He can...and he is.

[@akcustom7838]

not sure what all the lyrics are but I feel like this this should be our national anthem.

[@slugerknot]

To look up into the night's sky, to see the stars they are changed To know a thousand years or more have passed, and I am the same This mountain hollow that keeps me in a suffocating embrace A prison and a safe haven, it's always been this way Lo, a new master calls me to awakening, I know this one brings the end Far out beyond the darkness I've been living in it's true, a whole new world awaits Stellar constellations rise, lighting my way in the night Once again revitalized, to roam; to never die My path begins with the new dawn; a voice is calling my name It always starts as whispering then manifests to a scream I'm drawn to the creature that wakes me, bound to them by the curse My soul exists only to serve, a covenant of birth Fear not the task ahead there's no escaping it, there's no good nor evil here Stellar constellations rise, lighting my way in the night Once again revitalized, to roam; to never die Come to me, awakening Follow my voice, come to me Fear not the task ahead there's no escaping it, there's no good nor evil here Stellar constellations rise, lighting my way in the night Once again revitalized, to roam; to never Lighting my way in the night To roam; to never die

[@hoeruokamix]

If you're Canadian, petition your government. I wish this could be the US national anthem...

[@thecroissantsquad4284]

Aaron B. Bro no we have an amazing one. This can be the Worldwide national anthem

[@thecroissantsquad4284]

Aaron B. Wait...😂😂😂

[@thecroissantsquad4284]

Aaron B. I meant Worldwide anthem

[@chasepeterson1696]

one of the best guitar solos ever... gives me chills every time

[@marceloAMPM]

1 year and counting and I cannot get tired of this song, I love to see them playing.

[@Flyhazeman22]

Dudes foot work is impeccable

[@Valon129]

That drummer has some skills, god damn. They all do to be fair.

[@tylervincent7424]

To be faaaaaaiiiiiiiiirrrrrrrrr

[@SC-oe4tx]

Tyler Vincent pitter patter.

[@realeyesrealizereallies1176]

Direct drive pedals are another way of fooling the listener. Even you can do it.

[@RSProduxx]

@@realeyesrealizereallies1176 cool story... which internationally successful band you´re playing in again? i seem to have not catched it...

[@kerkuss]

And some mustache as well!

[@FireJamUSA]

Every single one of the musicians in this is a genuine BEAST!

[@texgarrett7158]

I've gone from Jimi and Janis to Stevie Ray and Buddy Guy...through Kashmir to the Symphony and One. Galloped with the Trooper all the way to 46 & 2 and Pneuma. THIS SONG HITS TOP 5 FOR ME. The musicianship is flawless and Brittney is amazing. This is a Smithsonian song. Applause. 🤘

[@chiaheed]

By now I think I've watched every Unleash the Archers video at least 10 times, and this is still my favorite. It doesn't have cool costumes or an inventive scenario, just musicians doing what they love.

[@kymbo72]

love this comment. just musicians doing what they love!

[@byronboost]

by far the best

[@jntdhome]

The melody that drives the chorus genuinely brings tears to my eyes. So PERFECTLY structured. UTA just seems to be getting better and better. I have lived through the "apex" of so many legendary bands in my 48 years, this is something very special and I am hoping for greatness from this band. I, for one, will support with my hard earned dollars happily.

[@ToastyRoyale]

Every time those vocals kick in they get me hyped to an indescribable degree

[@Excaceria]

Dude these guys kick ass. The vocals are as epic are iron maiden and the those dudes can shred.

[@wirdjadochnichts]

Honestly the vocals kick iron maidens ass.

[@alexhellier2008]

DUDE! I TOTALLY GOT IRON MAIDEN VIBES WHEN I FIRST HEARD THESE GUYS!

[@biffbutkus8185]

This band is like all stars on every instrument and they all are appealing to the eyes. They should be much more promoted than they are.

[@mikedavidson272]

50 years old and I just got taken back to High School, this is what’s up

[@Fizz-Pop]

Only 2 bands have blown me away since the 90's. This band and Jinjer.

[@bda1106yahoo]

I’m 50 too - fucking same... #racerxvibes

[@TheQA247]

At 46, Not that was into speed metal in HS .. but hearing this would have made me a convert. This gave me Queensrych vibes

[@gabriellerocha13]

6:50 Brittney's smile 😍😍

[@alanzdbr9083]

Gabrielle Rocha tão linda😍😍

[@dakkoday3694]

Look of Confidence, Awesomeness, Pride and Damm we just nailed this!!!

[@mokmo23]

You made me look again. Every time i watch this, this comment makes me go look...

[@guillaumeclaret945]

Beautifull girl :)

[@jameskoyle7997]

Gabrielle Rocha that's not her husband the original drummer is it?

[@ElFool]

0:54 The second I saw this guy make that smile, I knew everything about this was going to be insane

[@zeanyt2372]

0:53 but, yeah. I just KNEW that they were going to get crazy with this. And I was not disappointed!

[@ImperatorScientia]

Without question, Apex and Abyss deserve being immortalized in an epic musical drama film. The world needs music of this caliber again.

[@MsVioletFlames]

For more bands doing "Full Band Playthrough". Usually when bands have a female singer, most videos are only focused on the girl. Not here. Not with an awesome band like this!

[@melissawright9417]

this is a video. full band play-through is just hype. half the time the guitarists are sitting, then it cuts, n their standing. love this band, but their fans aren't too bright.....

[@averyn34]

MsVioletFlames especially when they are attractive like Brittney but they did a good job not just focalizing her ive also noticed that they havent sexualized her at all they are truly a band set on making it on their merits and not a pretty face

[@averyn34]

melissa wright i think we're all keenly aware of this the band is still great live

[@Dehmitz]

And I'm glad the video gives equal emphasis to the entire band, because every one of them is stellar. The drummer is a force of nature...ha!

[@Kikilancelot]

That's because she's not beautiful enough.

[@Ana198]

FUUUCK i guess this means i like powermetal now, never thought i'd see the day

[@Malpheron]

Welcome. We have been waiting.

[@SortenRavn]

Skoal ... Put aside your sword and shield and sit down have a beer with the lads,

[@garrettmckinney7565]

but you ahve a wintersun logo?

[@autumnfurry8549]

@Arthur Yang yea its folk metal

[@maximem.ste-marie3578]

why in hell that wouldn't be Power Metal ?

[@dakeeperbhv]

This song can`t be heard too loud. Bombastic power, i love it.

[@kuolemalazaro]

Amo la poderosa VOZ de la vocalista, y amo cuando sonríe al final.

[@ShawnPowerz]

This is what I imagine happens when a group of band geeks gets together and tries to figure out what awesome sounds like.

[@J3llyfishie]

Well they definitely found what awsome sounds like!

[@robjones3048]

... And then nails it

[@IanWrigleyNZ]

The line between band geek and rock star is often blurry. It's a tipping point based on success I guess

[@stacyeduncan4847]

@Sideways G that is one of my favorite records lol

[@DoubleD_93]

As a drummer, I'm thoroughly enjoying the closeups of the drummers feet and his use of heeltoe technique :)

[@flesheater5712]

Diniz yep filmed really well . If you havent already, check out the drum playthroughs of Alex Rudinger with Conquering Dystopia . Everyone is amazing in that band .

[@kingcurmudgeon8685]

What is the technique he is using called where he does 2 hits on each foot rather than 1? Is it just a way of doing the same thing using less effort?

[@DoubleD_93]

King Curmudgeon that's heel toe! Just more efficient way of playing a double that's a little easier with longboard pedals. Can be done on shortboards as well.

[@loveisinportant5570]

I was most impressed with the drums. Everything they're doing is just going up in quality, but the drumming in this one is pretty stellar.

[@DoubleD_93]

Hidden little gem of Canada haha. Them and Mandroid Echostar are my faves!

[@djnorth2020]

I listen to this song at least once a week. Drums, guitar, vocals, bass... everything.

[@maven1974]

Scott is killing it on the drums!!! I just get so hyped every time I listen to this. Which is often. ❤️

[@corylyon1512]

I sat for almost 10 minutes after this song just trying to reign in my heartbeat and process my emotions. I have a new favorite group for the first time in almost 40 years! Amazing, exhilarating, breath taking, and fucking awesome! I gotta go listen to it again.

[@richardbutrym8853]

I felt roughly the same way when I heard UTA!

[@sorenpx]

They really are amazing. This is one of the most epic songs I've ever heard. You cannot deny how badass it is.

[@dennisfeldhausen3258]

I felt this same way when I first heard them. My first time hearing them was this song at a love show. You couldn't see them until the curtain dropped at the first vocal line. I was completely overwhelmed by the perfection of the song. Every instrument is played perfectly throughout the song. The transitions between sections are perfect. Her beauty is overwhelming too. Needles to say, they gained a fan for life.

[@AlessandroTrovato]

Perfect!

[@sudsysutherland359]

I seen these guys in London,Ontario in the mid 2000’s in which they were still trying to gain some ground & get their name out there. They were awesome live!

[@naiyalexic]

It's not just skill with this kind of music. It's highly physical for all in the band. Kudos.

[@MrKris286]

I love the driving rhythm of this song! It sounds like a warhorse galloping towards battle!

[@xenophagia]

That's one hell of a clean foot technique there.

[@jmt8706official]

Yeah, really smooth.

[@Sacred_Silence]

I thought the same thing lol

[@h0rk3d]

and the crash cymbals is subtle, you hear them but they dont dominate the sound picture, love his galop variant

[@unklemetal7300]

I wish all power metal was this good. Unleash the Archers have to be considered one of the premier Canadian Heavy Metal bands currently active.

[@douglasmartinez3725]

I am still mesmerized 3 years later. Such talent!!!!

[@Jackie_Tikki_Tavi]

I was starting to think maybe I've stop getting as moved after listening for about a year. Looked up this video to recommend to a friend. Almost instantly choked on tears.

[@sheldoncooper8199]

My greatest discovery in Metal this year. I love this part where the guitar solo leads into a duo guitar solo

[@AMongoose87]

In the last few weeks I also discovered UTA, this song in particular is being replayed over and over again due to severe awesomeness. I also discovered Jinjer and finally listened to Nightwish. I still have so much more left to find 😁

[@sheldoncooper8199]

@@AMongoose87 IF You like Nightwish you have to check out Delain and also Edenbridge

[@AMongoose87]

Thanks for the tip! I'll keep them in mind when I have some spare time 😁

[@lebambam4347]

I heard this three days ago and I can't get Brittney Slayes' epic fucking lyrics and that amazing double bass out of my head. This is the song of dreams and nightmares

[@mattwiduch7462]

This song is amazing and catchy, but once you actually are able to see and visualize what these guys are doing it just adds a whole new level of depth and takes the song from 10 to 11. It's not a "traditional" music video but rather them in their studio playing the song which puts more emphasis on the performance of the music than the theater of a video. Watching the fingers of the guitar and bass players and the feet of the drummer and Brittney's face as she hits those high notes just really showcases how incredible this band is. This is actually the song that I discovered this band on and I haven't looked back since. Also, the production is incredible. The mix really highlights each instruments individual role and prowess and that bass playing is so sick and complex!

[@hunter18489]

THE DRUMMER IS IN HIS SOCKS! Not even wearing shoes, how awesome is he?!

[@tonyrock01]

Brittney is just a freaking amazing vocalist. Ans the band plays their ass off. Monstrous.

[@k4RtInk]

She's also really solid live!

[@lowest666]

this lady is phenomenal... oh my god.. her vocals were so on point... the hole live session was out of this world... damn! that was too good

[@FVBmovies]

4 octavs.

[@jamesb120]

What till you see them live...

[@ryanpetersen1400]

If Bruce Dickenson doesn't talk to you after this than I have nonfaith in humanity. This is absolutely iron maiden in a female

[@javierlichtscheidl543]

Never heard of you guys, all it took was a random KZbin playlist, strong vocals, and that amazing solo section to hook me in!

[@_leyrd_.]

This is how Power Metal should be.

[@ldt_]

I was thinking Symphony Metal, close enough I guess? Is there a difference?

[@omegmeggaming5890]

i dunno the difference but this is pretty much power metal.. High Notes and fast beat.. Symphonic metal is ,ahmm, how do i describe it .. it has orchestral accompaniment .. just check out Night wish thyre Symphonic Metal . im not good at explaining genres XD

[@sheldoncooper8199]

@Ralph Ley Its actually a mix of Heavy Metal ala Iron Maiden and Judas Priest mixed with a little bit of Power Metal BUT Power Metal uses more Keyboards then this

[@_leyrd_.]

@@sheldoncooper8199 Well, whatever it is, I enjoyed it! I listen to a bit of everything in the Metal world but I'd not encountered these guys before. I'm glad I did.

[@V2ULTRAKill]

@@sheldoncooper8199 umm priest and maiden are both prime examples of powermetal you dont know what youre talking about