Zeppelin Fan REACTS to Greta Van Fleet - Black Smoke Rising Part 8 of 8

[@ChrisPaganOfficial]

I don’t know why but the live version of this song has a guitar solo they completely leave out of the studio version that puts it over the top for me. Definitely react to the other two albums, we’re here for it!

[@juliemanarin4127]

And really good! At least they can improvise on stage!

[@LYNX_FRoSTY99]

Recently saw them in Glasgow and they did an acoustic version of this song and if anything it was better

[@bdoturbanus]

Their 3rd album has zero skips

[@kurbo19]

Hope you will react to their other album releases, Anthem of the Peaceful Army and The Battle at Garden’s Gate!

[@matthewfleming1000]

I hope you continue to react to their music. I think the second album they discover their own sound a little more but the song structure is still fairly vintage and simple. Judging by your reactions you’ll really enjoy Battle at Garden’s Gate because of the progressive nature of the songs. It’s their more “Rush” inspired album and I think you’ll be a fan. Happy listening!

[@shotgunndunn]

I am definitely planning on reacting to all of their material. So far, I’m a HUGE fan! I’m looking forward to hearing the rest of their albums! Thank you for your comment!!

[@michelleparenti854]

Each new album is way better than the one before it. They were so young when From the Fires was recorded. I think you will enjoy listening to their progression. The latest one (The Battle at Gardens Gate) is so different than previous work. Their live shows are utterly amazing.

[@shotgunndunn]

Thank you for your comment. Please like, subscribe, and hit the notifications bell if you haven't already!!

[@michelleparenti854]

Already did! I look forward to your reactions.

[@dylancole1910]

This song is really the heart of this album for me. And one of the best of their early work. You can really start to see their style shine through in this one. A lot more introspective than much of the album and I think this was the shift that made people really start wanting more from them. These lyrics sound orginal and distinctly just.. them-I don’t know how to explain it. It isn’t just a basic rock song, they are showing real personality here in this song and I think that’s what really makes me come back to this song. It’s their real start. Every album of there’s has an anthem song where they slip in the album titles for a fun Easter egg. I feel like few artists actually do that these days. This song is absolutely that anthem. Love songs with a good or interesting message.

[@shotgunndunn]

It’s surely a favorite of mine now. It’s amazing how much my perspective has changed on the band and the songs. What a journey! Thank you for your support!!

[@fearfx2562]

Continue next album song at a time they get pretty good you’ll enjoy and so will we

[@shotgunndunn]

Stay tuned!! Anthem of the Peaceful Army is on deck!! Thank you for your comment. Please like, subscribe, and hit the notifications bell if you haven’t already!

[@juliemanarin4127]

Very talented kids! 3 brothers and a friend on the drums. They have many great song!

[@gayle8153]

It’s so great getting to watch someone knowledgeable reacting to Greta songs for the first time that you’re familiar with because it’s like reliving the excitement all over again! You’re keeping it real, and that helps a lot, thank you!

[@shotgunndunn]

Thanks! I appreciate the kind words. I This has been a VERY exciting journey for me in finding an amazing band to enjoy. As well as documenting and reacting for you all to enjoy as well. Thank yo for your support!!

[@donnakerns6737]

Wondering if you are watching any live videos of these tracks? They really are a performance driven band. Going back and listening to this EP along with you, after hearing the songs live countless times, is almost painful to hear -haha. Loving the daily reviews of them -great approach.

[@shotgunndunn]

I haven’t yet. I plan to react to them. Thank you for your comment!!

[@danni.tx87]

Hey, Shotgunn I have an idea! What if after you get thru the 2nd album (Anthem of the Peaceful Army) you react to their entire live performance from Red Rocks. I think it would be a cool bookend of their first two albums before you get to Battle at Gardens Gate and their sound changes a bit. You could even maybe go live to do it? Just a suggestion! Loving these reactions to them! ❤

[@shotgunndunn]

That is a fantastic idea! I will do precisely that! I appreciate your insight. Noting that their third album marked a specific growth in their development as a band. I’ve been wanting to get to their live material as well. However, I didn’t know just how to break into it. Your idea of bookmarking, so to speak, is brilliant. Thank you SO much for the idea and your support!!

[@mlehook4859]

@@shotgunndunn The Red Rocks show is amazing! 'Age of Man' will give you goosebumps.

[@toddneeley9587]

Appreciate your take on GVF. I think you’ll find the next two albums have more of a live feel and a bit harder hitting. The recording quality of From the Fires wasn’t as good as the next two.

[@shotgunndunn]

Thanks! I’m looking forward to hearing and reacting to them. For a debut album I’d say From the Fires sounds outstanding!! Though I’d like to hear the evolution! Thank you for your comment. Please like, subscribe, and hit the notifications bell if you haven’t already.

[@MsZepfreak]

I rarely listen to GVF albums, i prefer their live stuff. You have to go and see them live, you wont be disappointed atall. This abum isnt their best but they were very young when it was released. Thanks for your review.

[@sandifulmor8327]

I think Sam and Danny just graduated high school at this time.

[@juliemanarin4127]

I'm going to see themwhen they come back around!

[@mlehook4859]

I've seen them live twice and yeah, they are so much better live than the records! As someone already said, listening to From the Fires after hearing the songs live is almost painful, lol.

[@mlehook4859]

Thanks for reacting to Greta Van Fleet, really enjoying your insights! Hoping you'll do their following album Anthem of the Peaceful Army next! FYI: GVF fans call themselves the Peaceful Army. 🕊️

[@shotgunndunn]

Stay tuned! Anthem of the Peaceful Army is on deck!!!

[@mlehook4859]

@@shotgunndunn Yay! (then Red Rocks? 😉)

[@thehighcouncil662]

This song is 10x better live.

[@thehighcouncil662]

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[@juliemanarin4127]

Agreed!

[@mlehook4859]

Can confirm!

[@billzimmerman5464]

They were barely out of high school when they recorded this album. It has some weak songs and some good ones like you mentioned. Their live performances are much better than the studio versions. Very much a live band. I would recommend doing their album song by song. The second album has good songs too, but the maturity shows on #3

[@Tityretupatulae]

What are the weak songs on From The Fires? It’s a zero skip album

[@andrewshobbybasement]

This is one of those songs that is *much* better live. I think the best version is the one from the "Live at Red Rocks Amphitheater" playlist on the official GVF channel. Sam really fleshed out the bass line, Jake has an extended solo that isn't buried in the mix like in the studio version, and Josh has one of the longest vocal sustains i have ever heard during the bridge. It honestly makes the studio version feel like a first draft. Also worth mentioning is the Spotify-exclusive acoustic version, which is also pretty good even if it doesn't quite reach the heights of the live version.

[@clareeeeee1]

I think KZbin deleted my comment so I’ll post again 😂 Definitely give the next album an anthem of the peaceful army a listen maybe privately hahah . From the looks of your reaction on this album, you won’t like much of it. Their song Age of man ( live version )has over a million views & is a standout on that album. The newer album : the battle at gardens gates is definitely worth reacting to. There are many tracks off that album in live version on the greta van fleet KZbin channel. * A few of their songs really sound different live, with all of the solos and ways they play up the songs, like a few people are saying here.

[@shotgunndunn]

Today, I’ll be releasing the conclusion to my journey through From the Fires. A non-stop play though of the entire album. I point out some of the same observations as well as new ones after listening to the album several dozen times this past week. My perspective has changed greatly!! Stay tuned for a track by track reaction to GVF’s Sophmore Album ‘Anthem of the Peaceful Army’. Thank you for your comment!!

[@sadnomowe]

whaaaat, flower power and a change is gonna come are top 5 in the album, this song tho, best track on it

[@jodibennett-bradshawrbtmph836]

I don't know why, but I think of 2 things: the horrors of the Holocaust when I listen to this song. Also, the rainforest destruction.

[@kato0828]

Dude - I know you got to see them live recently… tell me - was not Black Smoke Rising absolutely chill-inducing acoustic with the entire crowd singing that chorus you ‘don’t care for’?? A stand out moment from amazing show for me!! Hopefully for you too.

[@shotgunndunn]

Honestly, I was not a fan of the acoustic set at all. I have come to really enjoy Black Smoke Rising. I wish they’d have kept it electric. Like the original. I actually really enjoy that chorus now too!!

[@kato0828]

@@shotgunndunn luckily I’ve seen the full on performance of that song live the 3 other times I’ve seen them, so the acoustic for me was a good change up.

[@youtubebannedme4207]

bro if you was any more entertaining I dunno if I could tale it. absolutely zero emotion or feeling from you why bother?

[@shotgunndunn]

Lmao, right? I’m not necessarily the most emphatic person normally. However, I made the mistake of smoking pot this day. I was very high and when the first song came on (obviously this was the last of the album) I was like, “oh shit, I have to speak. Uh, how do I speak?!?” Why bother? Because it’s fun and I can always improve. Thank you for your critique!!