R.I.P Matt Stewart you will be sorley missed and eternally beloved ❤️. I've seen Streetlight live countless times and yes they are phenominal live. And to me that's what makes a good band. If you cant perform live . . You are a studio artist not a musician. Or you are just older and lost your passion or deteriorated and just can't do what you didn't in the past. And respect to that. Btw Thomas Kalnoky is the best frontman for this style.

The bass player is insane and if you watch him in the back he doesn't even look like he's trying lol

@anthonydawson8080

Ай бұрын

As someone who tries to play Streetlight on Rocksmith I can attest he is a mad man. I don’t know why they don’t get as much focus

That bass player is an animal.

Streetlight is touring right now & if you're in a local city you HAVE to see them live. Probably the best live shows I've ever been to, each 2 or 3 I've gone to are absolutely amazing.

@antimatter2380

Ай бұрын

This is my Greatful Dead band. I see them at least once a year. Usually 2 or 3. They don't need a huge production, the vibe and the fans singing/chanting every line is infectious.

@PredatorBunny

Ай бұрын

@@antimatter2380 I wanna see BOTAR so badly but unfortunately moved out of LA before they had a show there & then haven't been close enough to their east coast / west coast shows for it to be worth it

Iv seen Street Light about 12 times and I will continue to do so. Hands down one of the most funnest, talented and energetic shows every time. If you get a chance, go see these guys. RIP Matt.

What a crossover of worlds for me. Love this band, loved this video. Unfortunately the trumpet player passed away not long ago. A legendary instrumentalist, my heart hurts for his family, friends, and band members. R.I.P Matt Stewart

Pete McCullough is a machine at Bass

@alexolivera3151

Ай бұрын

one of the main reasons I requested this song. He is back there just doing absolute work.

@YMDBass

Ай бұрын

@@alexolivera3151 I got Low End University to do this song JUST for that. He's a bass teacher and was like holy fucking shit.

My world’s colliding with this one. Cannot tell you how happy I am to hear and see this reaction. I’ve been a fan of them since their Catch 22 days.

@DroppingFBombs

Ай бұрын

Catch-22 is actually a different band that Thomas Kolnaky was the lead singer for. He left and formed Streetlight, but Catch-22 found a new singer and made several more albums. Fans believe the line , "If you hate me so much than stop singing my songs" from A Moment of Silence is a direct reference to Catch-22 performing songs from "Keasbey Nights" live even after he left the band.

@tjolsonmcse

Ай бұрын

@@DroppingFBombs That was his musical response to Catch 22's song Point to Blame.

@DroppingFBombs

Ай бұрын

@@tjolsonmcse No, it isn't. That wouldn't even make sense. Many fans speculate that it was a response to Hard to Impress but I've never found any interview or statements confirming it.

@tjolsonmcse

Ай бұрын

@DroppingFBombs afraid I'll have to disagree with you. Seen this speculated several times.

@DroppingFBombs

Ай бұрын

@@tjolsonmcse I've literally never seen it speculated that it was a response to Point the Blame, but seen several people say it's a reference to Hard to Impress over the past 15 years. You don't have to agree, as it's all speculation so it's irrelevant.

LOVE seeing people's first introduction to Streetlight. GO listen to everything on repeat and you WILL love it. I know its an ongoing discussion, but I don't see it as a genre, its Streetlight, and its unique and amazing.

@Talifax

20 күн бұрын

This is what I tell people. It's not really ska? It's just Streetlight.

@davidmac6094

20 күн бұрын

@Talifax exactly. Its way too restrictive for their sound. Genre-fluid.

@MrMagnaniman

9 күн бұрын

"Ska," as a genre, was birthed as fusion and the people that play it don't shy away from fusing it with other genres and sounds. You could easily listen to half a dozen different ska bands and none of them sound like each other at all. (Of course, you could also listen to half a dozen that all sound like Rancid or Reel Big Fish) If you like Jazz, check out The Slackers or Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra. If you like Reggae, check out Hepcat or The Aggrolites. If you like Hardcore, check out Link 80 or Leftover Crack. If you like Metal, check out Do It With Malice or Voodoo Glow Skulls. If you like Hip Hop, check out Keyser Soze or Sonic Boom Six. If you want to hear the original ska, that led to the creation of Rocksteady and Reggae, check out The Skatelites or Desmond Dekker. There really is a ska for every taste. Unless one just hates fun.

Their Drummer (Chris Thatcher I think?) is amazing. Constantly changing up at those tempos.

This performance is a bit faster in tempo than the album version, I do think it takes away from a bit of the punch. The breakup in the syncopation make this song.

@ThriftyMcFlipster

Ай бұрын

This.

@mattbecker01

Ай бұрын

absolutely

@user-mt5lh9mj9b

Ай бұрын

I like this version more. But im a "live performance" guy lol

@zeppelin695

Ай бұрын

False. How they play this live will always been superior to the album version of this song.

favorite band. ive seen them like 20 times lol. and yes, we need more ska

@TheRealLAC

Ай бұрын

YES! I was just saying in another comment that I've been seeing them since 2006, and I regret none of it! From the BOTAR shows with a full orchestra to Toh Kay shows in small bars to full Streetlight shows, they NEVER DISAPPOINT! I've never clicked a Palmisano video faster!

@sannydanchez10

Ай бұрын

@@TheRealLAC I saw botar in 2018 at the beacon theater. I see them every year at starland ballroom in nj. Sometimes dressed as bacon… everyone should see them at least once in their lives.

@TheRealLAC

Ай бұрын

@@sannydanchez10 Ugh, I've wanted to make the pilgrimage out that way, but I get spoiled enough with getting to hit most of their Los Angeles / San Diego / Las Vegas shows [I live 3 hours from all 3]. But man, hearing some of the Jazz versions that have come out from the Ballroom makes me super envious. Lately I've been covering a ton of Toh Kay versions, and I got my kids singing their music. We are truly blessed to have Tomas and the crew still touring!

@jamesgentry13

16 күн бұрын

I'm seeing them for the first time in a few weeks

Thanks for taking the request Michael! Tomas Kalnoky is truly a talent when it comes to writing and composing. His has a real knack for melody. His guitar playing is so good yet usually overshadowed by the brass section. His solo acoustic stuff is amazing. I hear these songs and think of theme songs for the NBA (Roundball rock) or Monday Night football. Going to try and see them live at the Fimore Silver Spring in September.

@alexolivera3151

Ай бұрын

and (woodwind)

First off, love that you’re doing Streetlight!! The guitarist & singer is the band in a way. Tomas Kalnoky… listen to some of his solo acoustic covers of Streetlight. You can find it on KZread by the name of “Toh Kay”. Don’t quote me, but im pretty sure he’s classically trained. There’s also another band he’s played symphonic versions of Streetlight with, called Bandits of the Acoustic Revolution. Very cool stuff!!!

@MrMagnaniman

9 күн бұрын

Tomas isn't classically trained, but he did subject himself to art school, so he understands that kind of pressure. He's a perfectionist with very high standards for himself and the people he works with. The rest of the band, except for one guy, ARE classically trained, though. I don't remember which other guy it is. So, what little they lack in classical training they make up for with self-harm levels of dedication to personal excellence.

Man what a band SLM made me fall in love with brass instruments and made me a ton of band friends in school. What a time.

Oh shit this is a blast from my past. Streetlight Manifesto and Catch 22 were 2 of my favorites growing up

That’s the most metal ska I’ve ever heard!!!!

@mlr990

Ай бұрын

My friend and I refer to Streetlight not as ska but thrash jazz

@BeersAndBeatsPDX

10 күн бұрын

Streetlight is music nerd ska (in the best way possible of course.) if you want metal ska listen to something like Choking Victim.

@MrMagnaniman

9 күн бұрын

Check out Do It With Malice. Their drummer DEFINITELY listens to a lot of metal, and puts his doubled bass pedals to work. They're not quite as genre-fluid as Streetlight, but they really nailed the metal-ska sound. As a first song to check out for metal vibes, I'd recommend 'Mark My Words.' The song starts with the sound of a shotgun being racked and fired, with the band coming in hard with a steady double bass beat behind it.

Love seeing when a band I love leaves someone speechless! So happy to see you experience Streetlight. See ‘em live sometime! They’re probably the reason I play in a band today. Literally changed my life.

Had to like before even watching. Miss these guys

@TheRealLAC

Ай бұрын

They are touring through the end of summer to winter! I'll be seeing them in July in Vegas at the Brooklyn Bowl and I'll see them in LA in August! They are just as snappy as ever, and that's from someone who has been seeing them live since 2006! I think the only change from the line-up in this video is the Trumpet player Matt Stewart I don't believe will be with them.

@stonedwallabys

Ай бұрын

​Matt Stewart passed away last year

@mastod0n1

Ай бұрын

​@@stonedwallabysRIP Matt. His energy was one of my favorite parts of the live show. But it does look like the tour is still happening though. At least I hope so because I just bought tickets for the Chicago show.

@DroppingFBombs

Ай бұрын

@@mastod0n1I believe the tour was announced after his passing and I assume they would've canceled the tour by now otherwise so I think your solid.

The horn section is so good! I love these guys!

I got a real big soft spot for deep brass in my life now at 70.......and this is that....."WILD BRASS!!" It got me outta my chair alright!!.....dipping and spinning around the ol graveyard!!!!lo!! just like an old music lover would do. Thanks again good sir.....thank you for all ya do , cheers , ron

My god, this band live is such an incredible experience! The music, the fans, the pits - every single bit is top-tier. ❤

@DroppingFBombs

Ай бұрын

100% I've yet to see such a united audience for another band big or small. Everyone at a Streetlight show knows exactly what's coming. They're absolutely into it, the entire set is peak energy levels and the vibe is super positive.

Comparing Streetlight Manifesto to any other ska band is like comparing Michael Jordan to any other basketball player. SLM are on a completely different plane of existence.

Thanks for this! I love ska in general, but especially this band and the singer's previous band, Catch-22. I'm convinced the 4th wave of ska is just about to pop off, and I'm ready for it.

Hell yeah! More Streetlight pls!!!!

Tomas, the singer writes...i guess composes pretty much everything for the band. He's super talented. I can't wait to see them in Norfolk September 21.

@BeersAndBeatsPDX

10 күн бұрын

And he does it all on an acoustic guitar

One of the absolute best lives shows I've ever been to was Streetlight Manifest in the Starlight Ballroom in or near their hometown. I think it was the first show with their new trombonist and his family was standing next to the stage right in front of where I was when I wasn't in the mosh pit. It was pretty heartwarming to watch them watch their son. Every once in a while he'd look over at them with the biggest smile on his face.

They just released a live video from last summer on their channel, worth a watch if not a react video. All the horns get their moment to shine and their trumpet player sadly passed last year. I rarely miss a tour stop when they are near by. Some of the best live music going and depending on the crowd they can pull a mighty mosh pit.

man. i was surprised when i saw your video reacting to the se guys pop up. what a GREAT ska band. every time i hear them that horn section blows my mind all over again.

Never been into ska but that was awesome. ❤

This brings me wayyy back. I saw them back in 2005 when I was likeee 14. Fantastic circle pit, great high energy show. Great memory

Saw these guys live a bunch back in the day, amazing!

I been waiting for this one

This song is actually about all the individuals who stand up against oppressive forces on their own but not alone. 🤘

gotta check out the lead singer's solo project Toh Kay, the fingerstyle is second to none.

My guess is regardless how many people love you when you are passing…. The only ones whose love will really matter, is from those whose love and presence you want in your life.

No WAY!!!! I love this band!

More Streetlight!

Tom Bukovac and Guthrie Trapp just did a show a couple days ago that I think would be of interest to you Michael. Always good to see you post.

I had to the opportunity to be around these gents for most of the summer of 2012 and the incredible musicianship didn't just fall from the sky. I dont think I saw any of them without their instrument in hand.

This is my favorite song by streetlight. I got to see them at house of blues in Orlando, what an awesome show!!

@thyme4384

Ай бұрын

Nov 23, 2024 HOB Orlando, see you there

yesssss more skaaaaaa

I forgot about this band. They absolutely blew my mind when I first heard them in high school.

First tattoo I got at 18.. streetlight manifesto "Here's to Life"

Ska was never my favorite thing, though I've always liked it. Metal was always my main thing, but Streetlight has always stood out for me. One of my all time favorite bands. I've seen them play live nearly every time they've come to my city for the last 2 decades or so. Definitely recommend diving into their discography.

WOW nice bringing me back to just after highschool love it. Saw them a few years ago at the NOVO in LA for 5$

@davidlasko7801

Ай бұрын

the entire band is a beast. drummer kills it. them n catch 22 are amazing

@TheRealLAC

Ай бұрын

JULY 2016!!! I was right there with ya buddy! That was the first concert I took my wife to when we started dating! Hahaha that was such a great fucking night, with Sycamore Smith playing his "Campfire" set and Dan P. playing right after he released To The Lions and joined Death Rosenstock!

Rad as hell you did a streetlight video. That is all.

Streetlight actually had some pretty heavy songs if you want that metal edge. Please check out “That’ll Be The Day” you won’t be disappointed I promise

YES

Hell yess

STREETLIGHT WOOO

It's hard for those that focus on lead. I don't intentionally focus on creative rhythm guit but I naturally am able to do those tasks without trying. People generally don't focus on or appreciate rhythm guitar but I think it's more important then people realize. It's probably the reason I picked up drums so easily. I think non musicians see tapping for example and think it's just do crazy but to us guitarists it's just a natural extension of our creative expression

thank you scientist is a highly underrated band you should react to

Tomas Kalnoky (guitarist, singer) and Chris Thatcher (drums) are the only guys in the band who don't have Master's degrees in their instruments. Chris is just a beast of a drummer, and Tomas went to school for graphic design (and I believe is still the major force behind their iconography), but clearly you don't need degrees to play that well.

lets gooooooo

@Nastyn1nja808

Ай бұрын

also have you ever heard of Jake Shimabukuro? Ukulele Maestro! lol i live his cover of "As My Ukulele Gently Weeps" he plays in cemtral park recored on a old old camera so good! i wonder what can be learned from his performance

Toh Kay the god

You can't be sad if you're listening to ska

Gotta agree with Iceman. The tempo is faster in this performance and makes the song less impactful and memorable

@ThriftyMcFlipster

Ай бұрын

Absolutely.

I think you'd like Voodoo Glow Skulls - Band Geek Mafia

Uhhh that was killer. Why i watch this channel. Peace

Kick ass

Man, I’m pretty early to this one.

Finally

If you thought this performance was cool. Check out Bandits of the Acoustic Revolution! SM with an orchestra.

streetlight manifesto rule so hard!!

What the hell amp are you using? Sounds fantastic.

dude if you think this is crazy you should check out their song The Three of Us. It's a wall of sound all the way through and it's really heavy by Ska/Punk standards

Michael can you react to something by Paul Gilbert/Racer X? Paul's a GIT alumni and former teacher

Keasbey nights is a solid album. But you’re either a fan of catch 22 or streetlight. Haha

Please please react to one of mk.gees performances!! The one on jimmy kimmel is awesome! He is redefining guitar playing! Love your videos!! (Im gonna keep asking!)

I like the absolute disrespect you show to the "Watch Fearless Music" graphic

bass players don't get enough credit for what they do for ska bands

Live version is impressive but their live stuff feels too rushed and it’s hard to appreciate the intricacies of their music with it. You should react to the album version of this song, or just some of their album stuff in general, it has so much more patience and really lets the listener bask in every little detail. I swear, I’ll listen to a song 20+ times and then the next time, I’ll notice some subtle, unique arrangement that I never noticed before in the background and fall in love with the song all over again. They are one of very few bands that I think sounds really good live, but sounds way, WAY better in studio. I’d recommend reacting to “With Any Sort of Certainty” if you don’t want to react to a different version of a song you’ve already reacted to.

Ska predates reggae. Ska started in the late 1950s. Check out Prince buster and Andy and Joey.

Go try and tell Thomas that he plays guitar in a ska band lmao

Ska came before reggae

@Guitargate

Ай бұрын

I want to believe you

Love streetlight, but this is one of those rare times where i prefer to the album version to the live version all those instruments really get cluttered here

How bout the bass man? Lol guy’s hitting on all 8 cylinders! Never any respect for us bass players!!🤪

@anthonydawson8080

Ай бұрын

His lines are hard to keep up with. I love trying to play along though

ska predates reggae. reggae is laid back stoner ska. ska has it's roots in the 1960's in the Caribbean and streetlight manifest isn't ska, it's punk with horns. thank you for reading my ted talk.

If he farted through that horn it sound better ..

That was a mess----

The ska band that ruined the rest of ska for me.

This isn’t ska.

@FailingDuke64

Ай бұрын

Ska heads and die hards of streetlight both agree yes.

@revdanimal1523

Ай бұрын

I agree

@NinjaWhaines

Ай бұрын

It’s not, but it’s still good. No reason to harsh the vibe. Let’s not distract from this great video about a great song because of labels that don’t matter.

I love streetlight

Wow! wasn't expecting this react, but I'm here for it. Hell yeah Suggestion: Anything by Earnest Ranglin. He's still ripping it at 91 years young.