The Summoning. Do it.

@CindyLou67

Жыл бұрын

This👆

@arendbuysse5245

Жыл бұрын

Agreed. Do it.

@carters527

Жыл бұрын

He’s right do it dude

@CindyLou67

Жыл бұрын

@@carters527 Look at all these great minds out here!

@JSorenson81

Жыл бұрын

He’s gonna freak listening to it😂

critics and metal KZreadrs: "I don't know, sleep token isn't hard enough." Sleep Token: "hold my Vore"

@saragibson1504

Жыл бұрын

😂

@rextobyballew1825

Жыл бұрын

Yeah I just went and listened to every song they've put out and so far the summoning and vore are the only 2 I'd give a second listen to, maybe a couple others like chokehold and Atlantic but eh

@RoadLessTraveledMedia

Жыл бұрын

@@rextobyballew1825 its strange, but I think people who were into Sleep Token before this year and people who found them this year come at it from different angles. Let it stew a bit more if you keep listening and they'll grow on you.

@rextobyballew1825

Жыл бұрын

@Road Less Traveled oh don't get me wrong, theyre a great band, but everyone has that one particular style that they love, and this strays a little outside that bubble for me. I'm definitely eager to hear the rest of the album

@RoadLessTraveledMedia

Жыл бұрын

@@rextobyballew1825 that's MORE than fair - sleep token is out there, and this is kind of its own genre. Some people don't like coconut and that's fine (me) :D

"Slaps you and caresses you" That's exactly the definition of sleep token

Before chokehold , the band had 250,000 rough spotify streams.... the summoning comes out - 1,900,000 streams.... now Vore- I'm calling 2,500,00 + in the next 2 weeks . My ultimate favorite band

@JustGerryNow

Жыл бұрын

I just checked Spotify and they're officially at 2 million monthly listeners 😭 so deserved

@awiratama2606

Жыл бұрын

​@@JustGerryNow holysh*t that's huge number man, it's top tier fr

@hardypahardypa1

5 ай бұрын

3.3 today and closing in on 1 million Spotify subscribers!!!!!

@leavingweakness9927

15 күн бұрын

High, it’s the future, and they are pretty much the biggest band on the planet. So you were right.

The Summoning, do it. DO IT NOW.

So, the full album is called "Take Me Back To Eden" and the song list is: 1. Chokehold 2. The Summoning 3. Granite 4. Aqua Regia 5. Vore 6. Ascentionism 7. Are You Really Okay? 8. The Apperition 9. DYWTYLM 10. Rain 11. Take Me Back To Eden 12. Euclid

@t0xicpops236

Жыл бұрын

I love that little nod they did to loathe "is it really you?"

@mohamedalsaleh8602

Жыл бұрын

how did you find the names of all the songs in the album? it isn't mentioned on their website.

The Summoning. Must have. Glad to see Sleep Token FINALLY getting more recognition. They've kicked this year odd strong. WORSHIP

@chikomartinez6162

Жыл бұрын

Remember the old days when they dropped "jaws"? As soon as I heard that one years ago I knew these days were gonna come..... Whorship🤘🤘... BTW I think vessel is not the one with the screams, I bet is either the guitarist or II 🤍🖤🤍🖤🤍🖤🤍

@MrYouknowwhat

Жыл бұрын

@@chikomartinez6162 I thought that as soon as I heard the screams too! We all know vessel can scream, but it sounds so different!

@chikomartinez6162

Жыл бұрын

Yeah, like for example in "Gods" you can tell is vessel with the raws; but here is kind of different. BTW do you know a place online they could make the no mouth shape Mask?

@modredastal1644

Жыл бұрын

Just curious, what does "kicked this year odd strong" mean? Sounds just right but I've never heard the phrase before.

I am in love with this band. 2023 is the year of sleep token. I really recommend the song Hypnosis by Sleep Token... or if you fancy it, Will Ramos did a vocal cover of it, which is also amazing.

The sound of the verse vocals in here, that black metal vibe, makes me feel like I'm stranded deep in a forest in the pitch black of night and there's voices on the winds. First time Vessel's vocals have ever sounded actually creepy and I'm all about it.

@vincentpendleton2229

Жыл бұрын

Yesss I thought the same thing about the Black Metal vibes. You described it perfectly.

I am ready for the new Sleep Token album. Vessel's voice is so strong yet there is a pain or vulnerability to the way he sings clean. Worship.

@WillCarter1976

Жыл бұрын

His ability to turn vocal melody with his pitch and descending/ascending octaves is borderline unnatural. Some say he really is just a Vessel for Sleep to speak through. At times, like during the chorus to this song, I have trouble doubting that. Worship.

Makes total sense. Vessels voice is so hypnotizing. Their music always takes me somewhere else. Some songs give me the sensation that I’m drowning, or can’t breathe, or make me feel like my chest is being crushed. But I also feel at peace when I listen to them. Like I’m falling into an endless abyss, and have no intentions of wanting it to stop.

@lainoh9578

Жыл бұрын

I feel the exact same way. And it's so addictive. I can't get enough of them.

@amsa928

Жыл бұрын

@@lainoh9578 it really is. I’ve never felt so deeply about a band in all my life. They’re truly special.

@Cheshir3

Жыл бұрын

Same, totally got that the last album was „deep sea“ themed because the songs felt exactly like that.

@FreakInsidee

Жыл бұрын

This is such a beautiful comment. Thank you for describing it perfectly!

@StormbowSquid

Жыл бұрын

That has been the only way I can describe this music! Being trapped under the heaviest water, looking up at the light shining through the rippling surface. Needing to breathe, but can't swim up. It's so close but it's so far away, yet it's so cool and calming that you fight the need for air to keep feeling that peacefulness.

This is absolutely my favorite band, I'm so glad that you're reviewing them. Thank you Alex for the awesome reviews over the years.

@brianparsons4772

Жыл бұрын

@@dismemba who is it? Leo Faulkner?

@brianparsons4772

Жыл бұрын

@@dismemba I understand..

If you're this floored by this song you HAVE to listen to The Summoning. You'll lose your shit in the best way possible.

@ramarable45

Жыл бұрын

Yes!! The Summoning is hot af!! 🔥

Okay, the band NEEDS to do a US tour once this album comes out. I have too experience these songs live

@Sir_AlexhefnerTv

Жыл бұрын

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@ninja3687

Жыл бұрын

You just missed one. They'll be back though. They are just as good live.

@TheVerucAssault

Жыл бұрын

Yeah. That's what I told my husband but we are trying to save up for a trip out of country. I told him, "No, we WILL see them." And straight up ended that conversation lol.

@StormbowSquid

Жыл бұрын

They're gonna be in Virginia in September for the blue ridge rock festival. I'm going to have to miss it cuz I'm poor T.T

@Akaicchii

9 ай бұрын

It was a sick ass tour man. Can't wait for next year

YOU HAVE TO DO THE SUMMONING BY SLEEP TOKEN

One of the most talented bands around. Vessel's voice is unreal and soul piercing. This will probably be my album of the year. Dope reaction as always alex.🤘

@Damnat1oN

Жыл бұрын

Agree with every word

@walternativo6722

6 ай бұрын

how old are you? just by curiosity

@williamsummerson1204

6 ай бұрын

Sorry I don't give out personal information.

He needs to listen to the summoning too 😭😭😭

II absolutely goes off behind the kit on this one!!! They're taking things to a whole different level and Im so here for it!! Just the unreal growth from Sundowning to now is just masterful!! Their mixes just keep getting better as well

@tylermartinmusic

Жыл бұрын

I heard they have a new producer/engineer recording this album

@Oh_its_Mike

Жыл бұрын

Right? I couldnt tap the rhythm for the life of me and I play drums lol

@collierpeoples1918

Жыл бұрын

@@tylermartinmusic oh wow def didnt know that, would love to find out who does it now.

Sleep token has been my favorite band for the past few years, so glad to see people get into it more. Much love

@alyssastieglitz6046

Жыл бұрын

seriously. sleep token deserves the hype more than anyone else

@landonsillyman3996

Жыл бұрын

@@alyssastieglitz6046 I agree!

@tylermartinmusic

Жыл бұрын

Same. Been my favorite band since they started releasing the Sundowning tracks. So good to see people jumping on board. They have that special something and I’m glad they’re finally getting the recognition they deserve

@landonsillyman3996

Жыл бұрын

@@tylermartinmusic took the words right out of my mouth!

I’ll be honest Alex, the algorithm tried to force you on me for years and at first you were too happy for me (that’s a statement on me back then, not you). But I’m happy to report back that now you’re one of my favorite reviewers and with a lot more things to smile about in my life I really appreciate your perspective and your positivity man. Keep on rockin look forward to much more. Cheers mate

Dude. I was fucking so with you rocking to this with you! Total total sense!!!

@Sir_AlexhefnerTv

Жыл бұрын

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This song is so emotional in every aspect and forces you to feel it whether you want to or not.

Sleep Token have done no wrong. Always awesome to watch someone become hooked on them. Worship.

@ramarable45

Жыл бұрын

Trust me, it IS awesome to be me right now!! Almost 4 weeks and WORSHIPING ever since!

Been singing this bands praises since 2019. Finally get the attention they deserve. I could see the talent and where they could go. Worship.

@pineappl-e-3372

Жыл бұрын

They do definitely deserve it but I liked my little underground band lmfao but I'm really excited too see what is to come. Worship.

@p_a_e_7_z_xgaming161

Жыл бұрын

The attention they deserve after they've smashed out every genre because realistically they're shit.

@BloodSavedMe

Жыл бұрын

Been listening since 2017 and couldn't agree more

@robertkleinschmidt1029

Жыл бұрын

@Pineappl-e - Yeah that's just how it goes. I felt the same way about bands like Killswitch,LOG, Periphery,etc. I saw Linkin Park for 5 bucks at a club 6 month before they blew up. Just crazy.

@pineappl-e-3372

Жыл бұрын

@@robertkleinschmidt1029 that's insane dude

I hope this hype gets Sleep Token into the mainstream. It's good for the metal scene overall, elitists be damned.

THE CULT OF SLEEP GROWS!

Sleep Token are always a treat 🖤 I was lucky enough to see them play the new songs on their UK tour but man does Vore really hit hard. So stoked for this album 🔥

I didn’t understand the filtered messy breakdown at the start of the song, but as the song went on it seemed to weirdly make sense. They have an incredibly unique way of making all the sections of the song to mold together while also leaving some ambiguity. It’s hard to put into words.

Why u haven't checked these out yet is beyond me 🤤The summoning is a banger infact everything they have released off this new album is so good. I'll wait, enjoy my man 🙏🏻 worship

Have to check out the other tracks they’ve released so far. At least the summoning and aqua regia!! They’re all 10/10

I came across Sleep Token from one of your other videos and I've been obsessed with them since. Really refreshing band and probably one of the only newer bands I've really enjoyed. SO a big thank you

That shoegaze sound is that blurry feeling you got. It's great lol

strong Deftones and MotoGrater (remember them?) vibes.. but this is totally original and beautiful .. Music is Love

@Sir_AlexhefnerTv

Жыл бұрын

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Vessel II (Sleep Token's drummer) released three playthroughs where he's playing his part in a nifty studio. It would be AWESOME if you reacted to the one for Alkaline.

@starryeyedkiley

Жыл бұрын

“Like That” too!!!

Go thru a bad omens phase with sleep token you’ll love it we’ll love it

I swear vessel's voice with all of the instruments and the way they blend together is like a siren song

Sleep Token is the best band out there. They are extremely talented!!

@notyou8957

Жыл бұрын

Not even close to the best band.

@Penguino19

Жыл бұрын

Opinions.

"Vore? WTF does that mean?" Man, I got so worried when you reached for Google there. Great reaction. Worship.

man i love sleep token and im glad you listened to this one, one of my favorites for sure. Very atmospheric. Nice reaction dude keep it up! 🤘

Lots of black gaze elements in this which jives exactly with how you describe it at the end. It's supposed to be very atmospheric, dreamy, ethereal, ambient etc. Killer track

@Sir_AlexhefnerTv

Жыл бұрын

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I can tell you that this song is trending on Twitter. Then I realized I should probably listen to the song again.

I’ve listened to you talk about a lot of songs over the years but you were really honest and open here. First time I’ve felt like, yeah, I want to go for beer with this dude.

You gotta check out their other releases along with their other 2 albums

Their heaviest, proggiest, and most atmospheric song yet. Sleep Token is absolutely killing the game.

@gSWG3R

Жыл бұрын

Tbh, this isn't as heavy as The Summoning imo, nor is it more progressive. They're both amazing songs, but I'd argue the summoning takes the cake for both themes there.

Once you listen to the whole tracklist of Vore EP, you're in a whole emotional rollercoaster.

Alex... the summoning is a different level. I need your take on it man give it to us !!

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Жыл бұрын

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They are spectacular, one of the best albums so far this year, can't wait to see them live in Cz this summer

Bad Omens - Come undone, the fountain, and kingdom of cards are all immaculate

Do all the tracks from the new album. They came out in tracklist order if you wanna start with 'Chokehold'

"Slaps you- caresses you" On point. I love the way you explain how a song makes you feel. It makes sense Alex. It did the sam thing that their song: 'The Summoning' did to me: BLEW ME RIGHT OF ME CHAIR!

The only other band that I've heard mixing heavy/harsh with shoegazy/melodic in such way is Deftones. The inspiration here is obvious, but Sleep Token have done stunning job at interpreting this style through their prism.

Honestly just do a sleep Token marathon of all the new singles and alkaline, the offering, bloodsport from the room below

I can't claim I've been here since the start of your YT channel, however I did watch most of your vids when you were getting into metal and it's awesome seeing the authentic appreciation you've developed for it. I've never even heard of this band and here you are showing me new metal lol

GOTTA REACT TO THE SUMMONING AND JAWS MY DUDE PLEASE!!!!!!

I remember seeing sleep token for the first time YEARS ago and I just knew they were special. They are so talented & unique. I am so glad they are getting the recognition they deserve. Drummer is sick as heck. I swear he’s the best drummer in the game.

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Жыл бұрын

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@angryasianjim

Жыл бұрын

II is def nasty.

I was never a metal head, but I fell in love with Sleep Token as soon as I heard their song Akaline. I have been binging them ever since. I can feel the emotions in Vessel's voice and I feel like I am living vicariously through his pain, if that makes sense. It is always a nice ride when listening to their music~

Been listening to Sleep Token since 2017 and they deserve the hype

You should react to The Offering by them too!

They could be theme music in an HP Lovecraft film for the dark scoring. I love sleep token!!

You should go back and listen to Calcutta, Nazareth, Thread the Needle, When the Bough Breaks and Jaws. Those songs are the beginnings of beauty.

I never heard of this band before now but after listening to this song. I really want to hear more from this band. I will be definitely be check out their albums.

That song takes you on a journey....wow! Loved it!

I listen to them stoned when I do all the chores around the house and I've never felt so motivated.

The Summoning, Hypnosis, Chokehold, and Bloodsport(from the room below) are all great songs you should listen to. Worship

I can get behind any music that makes a person groove and smile like that. Such a sick song.

Dude, I found this amazing band because of your Alkaline reaction!! I'm totally obsessed but thank you!!

Alex you straight up looked like you were about to tear up when that second chorus hit. Lol. It's ok I did.

@ramarable45

Жыл бұрын

Yes I saw it too!! And I also teared up!! 😊

Omg I see the emotional Rollercoaster on Alex face! ❤❤❤

WAITING FOR THE SUMMONING

you must listen to The Summoning

Very atmospheric. I like it!

This one is insane, but you're not checking the really good stuff man... Homework to do xD, The Summoning, do it!

I love the way you described the song. Exactly how I felt when I listened to it.

Sleep token paints texture in sound... and you make total sense to me.

I love the “pop” at the beginning. Its like a bubble popped and he goes ape shit.

Check out The Summoning if you haven't heard it yet!!

Slaps and then caresses is the best description.

You are going to be obsessed with them in .5 seconds like we all are! The Summoning or The offering next! Love your reaction 😁💖

@Sir_AlexhefnerTv

Жыл бұрын

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Almost in all sleep tokens songs they always mention "blood". I find that really interesting. Great video ! New subscriber here!

Heard about Sleep Token when Bad Omens lead singer said they were one of his favorite bands. Been listening since. Love it!

After all this years… I’ve subscribed

just subscribed man! Tnxs for Introducing me to new music

Absolutely love this song

I ordered the vinyl already. So excited. Worship.

When the last lines scream 'are you in pain like I am?'

Listen to Chokehold from them

The summoning, the summoning, the summoning, the summoning, debes escuchar esaaaaaa!!!!

NF has a new song out called Hope! I think you'll absolutely love it! Gotta check it out! Another great video of yours as always by the way. Keep up the amazing work!

@Sir_AlexhefnerTv

Жыл бұрын

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You articulated it to perfection. 87/10 for the reaction and explanation ❤❤❤

i literally found this band through fucking tiktok with the summoning. but this one is my favorite song by far ugh it hits me so differently :))) loved your reaction!!!

Vore is a shortening of vorarephilia, joining the Latin verb vorare ("to swallow, devour") and the Greek-based combining form philia ("having an abnormal liking for something"). Due to its length and simplicity, vore is more widespread than its source, vorarephilia.

Chris Cornell- Say hello to heaven, Sunshine, Hunger strike, The day I tried to live...Best vocalist of the 90' hands down. Idk if you've heard him yet, if not, make it a priority.

The Summoning, The Offering, and Hypnosis are all really good songs. I’d check them all out

THE SUMMONING. I have kept checking back to see whether you have reacted to it Alex, it blows both Sleep Token sings you have reacted to out of the water (not saying they are bad songs of course, they are really good too)

Name of the album is "Take Me Back To Eden".

vibed with it so much. top notch energy. 😵

Do The Summoning please 🙏🏼

do the offering, all of the new singles, and all of sundowning and this place will become your tomb.

Please listen to more Sleep Token, all of their stuff is fantastic. From start to finish. Worship.

I worked as A&R (Talent scount) for Polydor records for three years and lost a lot of my love for music because things became too analytical but there were still occasional songs which wouldn't or couldn't be broken down and had to be 'consumed' whole. So yeah, I get exactly what you mean and it's an absolute pleasure when it happens. Fortunately, it's happening more and more (it's taken about 15 years to recover from 12 live bands a night and 30 demo tapes a day for three years)