ZEAL & ARDOR - Golden Liar (Official Video)

[@TheRyanSales]

I just drove 4 hours from Missouri and watched these guys open for Mastodon & Opeth at the Ryman in Nashville. Never heard of them before the show. My first impression was a live show. Long story short, I have a new favorite band, and these boys killed it live.

[@brittanyryan7958]

I was at that concert too. And I agree. Never have I heard an opening band that great. But they opened for the best so I guess we should've expected it

[@crudeboy99gg25]

I have so many friends that also do the same. I need to hitch a ride next time.

[@cyrollan]

Missouri FTW!

[@driftlessskater5475]

I saw them a few years back and they are one of my favorite live shows.

[@MutatedFaith]

Caught their show in Asheville, NC, and while the other two were fun, Z&A absolutely killed it. By far the best set of the night.

[@benhaggitt1]

It's so frustrating when people claim there's no good music around these days. Zeal & Ardor are living proof that great music still exists.

[@ungratefulmango]

Those are people who judge all new music by what they hear on the radio or TikTok.

[@ariescustom]

Those people are just waiting to die. Leave them to their banality.

[@timshakespeare114]

Spot on

[@gunterhamme3605]

living proof of shit

[@BishieBishie]

I know its 10 months on, but these and Sleep Token give me life I swear

[@SinisterSkip]

Holy s-ht. I never really listen to this kind of music, but somehow this song instantly made me euphoric AND cry at the same time, and I can't even explain why. All I can say is, WOW, I've been complaining for a long time that metal isn't evolving much anymore, but this band's just proved me wrong. Z&A is the discovery of the last 5+ years. Amazing. I hope this video gets a million+ views!

[@Miloun]

Exactly man. My biggest discovery of 2023.

[@chewie8910]

This is my interpretation: The speaker in this song is a young person that is manifesting a rebellious awakening against their parents' (or the community they grew up in) dogmatic teachings (like religion for example). Parents try to teach their children to remain loyal to their rules, promising hope for a better life (or after life) if they follow them. The teachings are promises about love, light, hope, soul, freedom, honesty. But they are empty and are not resonating with the young person anymore. The way the main character in the song talks is proof that the indoctrination failed, and turned them into a "golden liar" to comply. These lines are a refusal to recognize that promise: "If luck follows the wicked, I'm a lucky man If hope is for the true, then I'm hopeless, my friend If I'm a sole survivor, I will be dead tomorrow If love is for the big one, I'm a tiny man If light is for the brave, I'm in darkness, my friend If freedom gives you company, I'm a lonely man Is this what you call honesty, 'cause I'm lying, my friend" They are telling lies to keep in line with everything else around them, so in a way those lies are positive from the perspective of the parents/community, but unaware that they are lies. The way the young person was raised never made them feel free, or loved, or hopeful, or honest, or brave. But the teachings not only failed, they also turned the "pupil" into the opposite type of person that they intended to grow. They never stuck to them. So the young person now rebels against everything they've been promised, because they aren't satisfied with the entire structure, so everything falls apart and becomes almost a lie. They retaliate with smoke and fire, like the devil in the stories they are told. Maybe that's exactly what they were told. Whenever the young person made a mistake, it was met with severe condemnation from their parents, getting accused of doing the work of the devil: "I am the golden liar, I give you smoke and fire" It's not pleasant to live in a fake lifestyle of a golden liar, and it feels frustrating having to endure endless reprimand. Bottling up these emotions eventually leads to an outburst. "And if you hold me tighter, I'll give you both and neither" (meaning the smoke and fire) imply that at this point the parent or the community keeps trying enforce their rules upon them without any success, and if this continues the child will either turn inward and close them out completely OR lash out with anger and wrath: "I've waited thirteen years Just to be standing here (Come on) (It's gonna be over soon) 'Cause I'm a golden liar, I give you smoke and fire (Standing there) And if you hold me tighter, I'll give you both and neither (Any minute now) (He's the only one, come close)" Having a large part of their life and childhood "controlled" by this doctrine (13 years, not necessarily from birth), the moment they realize everything is a falsehood in their eyes they get hit with an existential crisis, not knowing how to cope: "I feel my life is over Got no will to live Steady now, steady now" This is how I related to the song. Thoughts?

[@philipm4585]

I thought its about Generational trauma seeing the Mother Sheep and the Lamb and breaking out of the Cycle of perpetual Abuse by not letting it break you but fighting against it

[@Gogish666]

Today I heard "Church Burns" It is magnificent! All album is insane! You guys are the best! Hello from Ukraine!

[@travisthomas9352]

Pure poetry right there.

[@oleksandrnaumenko3219]

Та, прикольна група

[@tabalooga4760]

Be safe bro!

[@ruairimusic2747]

shit man hope your good! that's eerie.

[@pescarojo]

Slava Ukraini!

[@Brainjargaming]

This band just keeps getting better and better. This is probably my new fav off the album so far

[@marialindinger4456]

Z&A is the reason I can finally say that I have A favourite band. so genius.

[@DeadheadJackal]

If luck follows the wicked, I'm a lucky man If hope is for the true, then I'm hopeless, my friend If I'm a sole survivor, I will be dead tomorrow (Yeah) 'Cause I'm a golden liar, I give you smoke and fire (Yeah) If love is for the big one, I'm a tiny man If light is for the brave, I'm in darkness, my friend If freedom gives you company, I'm a lonely man Is this what you call honesty, 'cause I'm lying, my friend I am the golden liar, I give you smoke and fire 'Cause if you hold me tighter, I'll give you both and neither (That's right) I've waited thirteen years Just to be standing here (Come on) (It's gonna be over soon) 'Cause I'm a golden liar, I give you smoke and fire (Standing there) And if you hold me tighter, I'll give you both and neither (Any minute now) (He's the only one, come close) Thirteen years I've been waiting here I feel my life is over Got no will to live Steady now, steady now I am the golden liar, I give you smoke and fire Yeah, yeah 'Cause if you hold me tighter, I'll give you both and neither Standing there

[@Iamthedeacon]

From Cincinnati. We love you. Please never stop.

[@Ghost_259]

С любовью из России, это произведение великолепно. Успехов и огромных побед этой группе. Ждем следующего альбома😘

[@leahjohnstone1877]

Converted to metal at the age of 57! looking forward to seeing you guys in Oslo in November ❤‍🔥

[@LeeLoudon]

52 here and these guys are by far my favorite metal band. Still love older stuff but there is still some amazing new music. Zeal & Ardor nails it with every song.

[@JP-xe1sc]

Look up the group called birdmask. Thank me later lol I've been following Manuel Gagneux for a while now. I'm addicted to his music. It hits a part of my soul and I feel again, I have yet to see them live but I plan to next time they're around my way.

[@wojciechgrojec5184]

40 years waiting here. Since always from his father with whom he does not want to have contact. Blues, how sad I was, metal, grunge, soul, no soul at the same time. No matter from states of consciousness, or its deliberate dormancy. I always come back, discovered by accident. The biggest mistake of god, if one believes in such, is the lack of a soundtrack of life. Cave, Waits, Manson, Maynard, Zeal&Ardor. Just try to Imagine. It's been years and it`s one of a kind

[@tinayu7871]

The fact that the necklace on the mother (?) is seen on the daughter's neck at 3:08 ... ooofff

[@Brunobrisson]

I've been watching this video in a loop trying to decipher it since it was released. So good and so enigmatic at the same time

[@ptr_does_music7042]

When I heard the solo referencing At the Seams, I got goosebumps. This album is bound to be amazing!

[@riccardobassani7405]

I was wondering about that. Is that some kind of connection to At The Seams? Because I don't really know

[@Nah-ps7iy]

@@riccardobassani7405 what lyric?

[@damienwalbridge8732]

This genuinely gave me chills.

[@peterroberts3827]

I’ve not heard anything this good in a long long time

[@vapostorelafayette441]

Tripal et cinématographique. Une chanson avec une âme, une vraie...Zeal & Ardor est l'un des groupes les plus innovants et passionnants du siècle...

[@dr2boomer]

Zeal and Ardor is easily my favorite Heavy Metal Band since Mastodon first debuted, and it breaks my heart when both bands toured with Opeth in the U.S. back in 2021. I pray they come through again.

[@aliceliddell81]

das album wird einfach nur genial.. man merkt imo, wie sie sich weiter entwickelt haben. richtig geil. nächstes jahr D/ köln ,8.5. freu mich jetzt schon wie n kleines kind!! almost 4 years, i´ve been waiting here..

[@simcns]

Guys, I don’t know why I’m saying this after 2 months but you’re the most innovative and original band from all the heavy music, it’s a huge honor that you represent the Switzerland (I come from Geneva 👀) Edit: the album is sooooo cool thank you so much for creating good music 🖤

[@alejandrouriberoman]

Beautiful, haunting. I hope I could see you someday in Colombia

[@JP-zu7vc]

Well thank evil for a Netflix movie. 🤘Glad to find these guys

[@ferniep3491]

Didn't think there was any real music out there but damn I was wrong... I hope to see these guys before I go...

[@donniedollarhidejr.2766]

This band is truly amazing

[@ViktorSarge]

Heck yes. I listened a lot to the first album and it was such a fresh take that I somehow assumed it was a one off studio project. Only learned about "Stranger fruit" today and obviously there's more coming. I'm a very happy man.

[@brandontankersley8107]

It's all amazing too. I absolutely love the live London album. Check it out.

[@zerotm09876]

@@brandontankersley8107 come on down is SO FUCKING GOOD on that live album. Dudes flexing his skills hard in that

[@eleanorblanche906]

Bought tickets for 29th May 2022 in Bristol. They should be the headline band not the support in my opinion, but it's the only way I can get to see them live and there are no Welsh gigs. Genius song writing, musicianship and production.

[@betwixtarock5375]

I didn’t know they were coming… last minute Christmas present to myself coming up👍

[@tylrjosph7442]

This album is a masterpiece

[@frankyeichler3303]

Meine Güte, Ihr werdet immer besser. Ich liebte ja schon Album Nummer 1, aber das hier ist ja wohl fantastisch! Wird sofort bestellt

[@Elkanela]

this song is... perfect

[@deadsetonliving4326]

Can't wait

[@evangelossiouzios656]

100%

[@brettuhl7818]

Hearing this live changed me. The vibes in room were immaculate

[@Frozmoh]

That song is sickly great! Video was calling me. Gave me goosebumps! Great! 10/10!!!!!!!!!!

[@Deviantel]

The most anticipated album of the year that's to come at the moment.

[@alicec1533]

It's on my list of anticipated 2022 albums too

[@kapsize_8251]

They have aptly self titled this album. I am almost sure this one will be a career defining album. Heck... they have released almost half the songs and it already bangs.

[@Oaknut1969]

Every time I listen to this song, without fail I’m covered in goosebumps from head to toe by the end. I’m so happy to have found your music. Can’t wait to see you guys in Toronto in 2 weeks.

[@FozzyFiend]

Driving from Regina to Edmonton this Saturday to see them. Sooooooo excited!!!!!!

[@AnaraneSeragone]

I think this has turned into my very favourite Zeal and Ardor song. So beautiful!

[@ANNISHNEE]

Holy sheep, THIS IS BEAUTIFUL 🤩

[@blackno.1193]

Brilliant. It's so good to see how this band is growing and getting better and better.

[@AleisterMeowley]

Best new record I’ve heard this year

[@caroljohnston6522]

Seen these in Oakland California fantastic band, greatest around today ❤

[@evilsigh86]

This is loaded with high simbolisms, is so good.

[@przemyslawstasiuk295]

Zeal & Ardor are class. No other explanation.

[@sasciah24]

This band can do no wrong

[@jakeperkins862]

Love it!!! So happy got to see them play in Nashville a few weeks ago and met them outside of the Rumania. Wish they got longer than a 30 minute set

[@valkyriekemosabe7251]

It's wonderful and that clip omg!!! so qualitative

[@alanabrams7693]

Alright boys; get comfortable. Remember to drink water, don’t forget your piss bottles and your hot pockets. This ain’t no game.

[@_sebix]

Goosebumps.

[@ashlenkduke]

Awesome 🙌

[@wildheart192]

I've got chills.

[@DarthShayanTool.]

Another Masterpiece ... again and again ... and again

[@billcowan5539]

I have been a fan since the first album, they are so unique and I think they are one of the best bands out there🔥👍👍🤘🤘🙏

[@ivanzambrano260]

excelente

[@kylewilson9189]

I just discovered these guys. Really really good music.

[@RadiatorPie]

Holy shit. Genuinely thought things couldn't get better but everything you do, from Birdmask to present day is absolutely unreal. I love the anger in your vocals and it makes me feel every syllable you stress. Saw you in Manchester, UK a while back and would love to see you again. Crazy talent and you've come on so much from even that day back in Gorilla

[@joebloggs9719]

I'm gonna see them in Manchester in May supporting meshuggah. This is my first time hearing them and I'm really impressed

[@CasperTheGhost64]

Awesome song as always. Love being your fan.

[@frantisekvtelensky820]

This album and the first Sakis Tolis (Rotting Christ) solo album. These 2. This year. Can't wait! :)

[@pmccarthy2315]

Genius as always!!! 🤘

[@clint9281]

Ahura Mazda ✨👑

[@clint9281]

kalau mahluk hitam datang kamu dekat tower radio saja. ini itu lagi mai direbut kembali, ini kamu itu ke kabah saja. dekat tower radio

[@clint9281]

ini itu memang mahluk pemberontak. mereka memberontak menantangi sekali. dikarenakan adanya wanita yang merasa berjasa karena berhalusinasi mencuri ajaran

[@clint9281]

dekat tower rad untuk mendorong hitam hitam yang berputar sekali. Allah dan AE dan Yhvh lagi maintenance. jesus cuma manusia. issara anatta maintenance juga

[@georgedelajungle7146]

you have reconcile me with the voice in metal music, really, really thank you

[@markboshier]

29th may! Bristol! Can’t wait!!!!

[@ПандаБамбуковски]

Much love from icy Russia🖤🖤🖤

[@Jesterz3PIC]

Insanely good

[@veronika3824]

Only one word: Awesome!

[@patriciosaiz9854]

so anxious

[@frankunodostres473]

z&a knows how to make epic music videos

[@justink2874]

This needs to be in a episode of MANDALORIAN.. I feel it would fit PERFECT for a Star Wars western scene 🤘❤️🤘

[@gelnow925]

один из лучших клипов 2021)

[@IamFman]

Amazing and gorgeous

[@boywithoutaparachute]

I've already pre-ordered the new record

[@ourladyoftheflowers6668]

Once in a while, I can look deep into someone’s eyes, and tell that they would make a bad-ass Black Magician..

[@thedefiant4196]

excellent!!!!

[@tylers8729]

So excited for this new album. Music video is was really cool too. Thanks Manuel keep up the good work

[@jaredrosen2907]

Run. the drums that got me hooked.. Golden Liar set this album in stone for me.. all their work.. one solid sound yet ranges from one end of music to another.. with the truth about god's betrayal of all and all who serves his falsities.. death to the holy.. stranger fruit.. you were meant to die alone.. Zeal and Ardor shall live in my heart forever until death.. Run about the torture we true lovers of life are put through as they feel comfort from Zeal and Ardor unite in a circle holding hands and dancing in unison together smiling.. knowing that the truth is out there and the Lord of Vengeance will seek out all false lovers and god himself for all he puts us through!! Blood all over!! It's all f ing over!! Thanks Zeal and Ardor.. all due respect..

[@danielmaqueda4767]

Saw them live in a bar, 100 people max, I was smelling the sweat of those guys!!! Just amazing

[@Warheart11]

Is that part of the Fable theme at 1:52? Hell yeah

[@МаксимМасагутов]

Жду с нетерпением).

[@aliceliddell81]

so hyped..

[@brianshuster1773]

Incredible work.

[@edaspera]

Listening here from norway horns up!!!! 🍻🍻🍻

[@james8t310]

Cheers Bisho 🍻

[@cintracaio]

Looking forward to see you guys in Graspop

[@magicjack]

Amazing!

[@buckeystarbreaker]

Legit AF...keep it up yall yins! There is hope for music when I hear a band like this!

[@theChilest]

Vamos awante Z&A! 🤟🔥

[@paulstone38]

Bloody brilliant, what a great voice and music

[@patbot3127]

great video

[@doncamatic34]

Does this give anyone else red dead redemption vibes? Such a great song

[@BoonieboyATL]

Yes!

[@Door333]

Thank you

[@beabea4315]

Magnifique !

[@loria4636]

🖤🖤🖤

[@ЛеонидКоробенков-н5т]

Шикарно

[@adrianmeyer2726]

❤

[@nickstephens1437]

I would absolutely love to see a rock opera by Zeal and Ardor in the vein of Pink Floyd's The Wall. Directed by Jordan Peele?

[@davinaeverett2485]

🎯

[@adrianoandrade7579]

Two.

[@ComaLies225]

I'm watching this again and at first I thought the two women were lovers and not mother and daughter. To me the abusive woman doesn't look "old enough" to be a mom but if this is in fact a mother/daughter relationship then maybe mom had this daughter young and that's why there's so much resentment from her end. also I'm not good with symbolism but all I see it: Fire= Cleansing Water= Healing

[@chriscaballero5123]

Water= she was drowning from her mothers control. Slowly rises up until the end she can finally breathe, like a baptism. She’s wearing a white gown as if she’s being baptized.

[@donniedollarhidejr.2766]

I dont know but I think that she burned the house with her mother inside, she tried suicide, failed or just cant did it, and in the end she just collapsed. She is the golden liar in this story, because in the end, she is worse than his mother and instead overcome her situation, she just killed her. The detail that make me think like that she killed her mother was the lamb burning alone when in other part of the video we can see a lamb with her offspring. And a profane act of burn the lamb as leif motiv of Z&A. Masterpiece

[@donniedollarhidejr.2766]

​@@chriscaballero5123that was a good metaphor👏

[@divinkabar]

I was ready to type "key kings thanks for the music video" but after watching it i needed a little lie down because, ouch.

[@AaronDavis277]

Yesss!!!! 🤘👹🔥

[@lurrutia0109]

Loved it! 🖤👌

[@patient666zero]

🐐🔥

[@0dious]

That's a great intro, can't wait for the track to begin.

[@emilereiser5843]

yea i kind of agree, good track but i dont think it quite reached the heights it felt as though it was building to. still super hyped for this album tho

[@Frozmoh]

OMG!!!! Do it now!!!!