I think Ren garners such respect from other muscians not simply because he is extremely talented, but because he is truly independant and is free to explore his creativity and talent. Record companies stifle true talent these days becaue they want more of them same that sells. They get scared if an artist wants to stray from the formula that made them a success. In many ways Ren losing the Sony deal was a blessing in disguise.

@sammyd8860

3 ай бұрын

100% agree

Dude, as you were speaking about fostering a positive attitude I thought of a Ren video to recommend. If you haven't already, check out Ren's one million subscriber video. Its not music, just Ren explaining what success means to him. But in 5 minutes you get such a clear idea of who he is. Spoiler: turns out... he's a great guy!

@sharoncarlisle9453

3 ай бұрын

Yes, I'd love to see a reaction to this.

@terrieb13

3 ай бұрын

Absolutely! ☮️❤️😎

@oldmanmetaldude

3 ай бұрын

Catching up on comments today and I've seen this mentioned a few times, so I will add it to the list and may even look at doing it in the next couple of weeks

@rebeccaburnell9319

3 ай бұрын

​@@oldmanmetaldude idk if it would work into things the way you have your KZread schedule planned out, BUT There's an old song, from 13-14 years ago (recorded about 7-8 years ago) that shows the 1mil subs message isn't new ideas for Ren, he's had at least some of the seeds of it his entire adult life (tho his extreme illness undoubtedly refined some of it), AND the song is the 1st part of another series of songs people will be requesting the newer ones for, the Love Music series (4 songs). 2 thru 4 are mostly just fun, joyous, flexing romps thru his lyrical genius and rapping skills, and but Love Music 1 gets skimmed over a lot because it's not as cheeky as the other 3, but it's a joyful early autobiographical track that meshes EXTREMELY well with last year's 1 mil subs message.

@dubbayabird6680

Ай бұрын

​@@rebeccaburnell9319yes, number 1 has always been my favorite. Just love it so much

Great reaction, If you haven't seen the interview Ren did with "The Charismatic Voice" Watch it from 46.50 into to the vid, Ren goes into detail regarding production. He spends hours on one track editing, because of is ADHD, he loves doing it. Ren says his biggest off hand compliment, was a producer refused to believe the the Busking vids were live. The whole vid is a great insight. 😊

It was recorded in his apartment in Calgary, Canada where he is still receiving medical treatment. He did all the sound production on this. The 5 Fred Again songs are : Jungle ; Delilah (Pull Me Out Of This) ; leavemealone ; Clara (The Night is Dark); Angie (I've Been Lost). Ren connected very very strongly with the last song in particular. A few months ago he saw Fred Again in concert in LA. Ren broke down when he heard the refrain "I've been lost for a while" being repeated over and over. He said "That describes the last 10 years of my life"

Dude the fact these are EDM tracks! 🤯 stripped down to simple beauty. Ren does all the production, everything! And these are actually five songs!! Just yeah.. 🤯

@oldmanmetaldude

3 ай бұрын

I am going to have to show my co-worker, the Fred Again fan, this video on tuesday and see what he thinks!

@gwynethzen77

3 ай бұрын

@@oldmanmetaldude oh man let us know what he thinks if you can!

@oldmanmetaldude

3 ай бұрын

@@gwynethzen77 will do

@woodywoodman2319

3 ай бұрын

​@@oldmanmetaldudeHis retake of Back on 74/Message in a Bottle is a MUST Do Bro!!! Wow!!! Insanely Good!!!

@samuelsomething6059

3 ай бұрын

Probably got it from busking and his time with the Big Push, but his transitions are impeccable. So clean and flawless, you wouldn’t think he just moved into a different song.

I just discovered your channel. In the 15 months or so I've literally watched hundreds of Ren video reactions. As a non-musician myself, I enjoyed the insight you brought to this reaction. Thanks.

…also, say what you have to say, say what you feel you need to say. It’s your video and channel. That’s one of the reasons people enjoy watching reactions, especially to Ren’s music; it invites conversation and thoughtful consideration. So, “Ramble On”.

As an older person who'd given up on popular music I must compliment Ren on opening my ears to all of the grand music put there that's not playing on commercial channels. I am now enjoying my musical journey of discovery. Being open to new stuff helps keeps one alive.

FYI... ya Cannot go wrong with Ren! Myself... he has NO Bad tracks! In all my 56 years ive never seen a more prolific artist who blows me away consistently!!! Being a Hard Rock guitarist for 40+ years.... it amazes me how he plays guitar! Its obvious hes self taught! Ive Never seen someone use thier index finger like a pick so much! Add to that how he crosses/mixes genres with ease and Perfection... yeah... hes my Favorite artist of All Time!!!

@marithibaut7868

3 ай бұрын

I agree, same age as you, this is another level ⚖️or an alien 👽. 😂

@woodywoodman2319

3 ай бұрын

@marithibaut7868 Right... he is outta this world... for real though!?!?!? Perhaps!!! LMBO

@tjh5716

3 ай бұрын

Well said.

@terrieb13

3 ай бұрын

Agreed! 🎶☮️❤️😎

Dynamic (organically) is exactly why Ren sounds so special for me. Also love hearing a musician react and comment on his musicianship cuz i know nothing except what my ears like. And they love Ren’s music.

I think that's the power of Ren. Making imperfection beautiful and oke. It is a part of our life. Why hide it....thank you again for your reaction and expertise. Love watching your reactions. 🤗

Your "rambling" was appreciated :) . It came from the heart and was positive and encouraging; glad you felt comfortable sharing your thoughts.

Nice reaction Old dude, I am old guy to 68 and Ren has the amazing ability to feel his emotion so much, He is THE ARTIST of our time !! He brings the same out of people from around the world. I would like to blame REN for unity and respect for others I have never meet. I look for everything I can find from this man. He has my respect and love . ANd he put this song together quick in comparison from 5 of Fred Again's songs. Thank you for shearing the same feelings we all have

Your reactions to Ren are fast becoming my favourite. Your credentials as a musician helps. I'll keep tuning in

I think that REN’s musical talent and mastery is matched by his intuitive sense for what he wants to convey. I have yet to listen to a REN track that doesn’t evoke emotion. I finally made it to a “ premiere “ and within minutes I was a sobbing mess…TO A MASHUP OF EDM TRACKS NO LESS! F*cking hell

It doesnt matter how old you are, your appreciation for Rens music is great and certainly not weird! Noone can deny the fact that you know what you are talking about. Most people don't play instruments, which is why we like watching people like you, that do. You give us another side to Rens songs that we may not necessarily understand! We need you and your knowledge. Its good to share and we are great listeners. Thank you again!!! 🫶🏼

Ren doesn't just play a song... you can tell that he lives it, every time. He just puts SO much heart in everything that he does. So much space in his music for showing love for others. And when he collaborates he always deliberately makes space for those around him shine. With Ren, you don't always know what you're gonna get - but you know it will always be raw and honest. So, not just one of the most amazing multi-talented artists of our time... but just a genuinely decent guy : )

My understanding is that Ren produces all his music. Loved your reaction, man.

You are starting to me one of my favorite reactors ... Thank you for another awesome review ,,, I am just loving that you really love music .and the creative side and it is not garbage I love hearing your opinion … Big Hugs ...

Always felt he can touch your soul and oozes music ✌️♥️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿.

When he gets to Ive been lost, that part gets me every time

@simontemplar3359

3 ай бұрын

it's SO good. Gets ya right in the guts.

@iamlpinthe312

3 ай бұрын

Same. Gut punched every time.

@therosabella67

3 ай бұрын

Same

Ren has a way of punching you in the gut at the end of a song. This song has been on repeat for me since its release.

I don’t know the original songs, but I am here for anything Ren does and this was beautiful. The artistry to take EDM tracks and make a mashup so emotional is incredible. Ren has music in his soul and pours so much soul into music and every performance 🖤🐰🕳️

Ren is the pure embodiment of the word artist. I don't recall any other artist in my lifetime who transcends genres, brings in fans of all ages and backgrounds, and has a true message of unity and love. Maaaybe David Bowie, imo ❣️🦇❣️🦇❣️🦇❣️

Ren is one of the only artists ever to appeal to people of all ages, a very rare talent.

@user-dl7tx5xq3f

3 ай бұрын

So true!

Entièrement d'accord avec toi; Ren est un phare dans l'univers musical actuel.

Ren does all of his production in house. He has learned all of his instruments from YT along with training his voice from one of his many reactors. Pure organic. HIs Dad gave him a guitar at age 11 and the magic developed from there. Loved your reaction keep it up.

I am 51 yrs old and Ren is the best I have ever heard and I'm an old school metalhead too.masterful 🙏✌️🤙

@pointlesslab4179

3 ай бұрын

50 today and totally agree. I feel lucky to be around at the same time as this guy

@kt_kroovy1031

3 ай бұрын

Old school goth gal here and I 100% agree! Never in a million years did I think I'd be 50 and listening to rap, let alone blaring it in my car and rapping along at the top of my lungs. Just more proof of the power of REN! ❣️🦇❣️🦇❣️

@rebeccaburnell9319

3 ай бұрын

​@@pointlesslab4179happy belated birthday!

@pointlesslab4179

3 ай бұрын

Thanks Rebecca!!

The Fred Again originals are full EDM beats. Someone made a compilation of the originals mashed up at the same points Ren used them and it's astonishing how different they are. Some of the FA songs used are Ain't No Love in the Jungle and Angie is you wanted to check them out. Most of Ren's production, mixing, etc, is all done by him. Occasionally he gets someone else to mix/master tracks but (especially for live stuff like this) it's all him.

@jasonstewart3996

3 ай бұрын

Great reaction! I hope you keep going with the Ren rabbit hole

Watching you start taking a deep dive into Ren’s work is such a joy… the making of a Renegade! 😁 Ren about to rip the tears out of our faces again. 🥹 This was shot in his Calgary apartment where he has been for over a year to receive alternative medical treatments for the ravages of untreated Lyme Disease. So, he is especially feeling those last lyrics. Ren is a raver at heart it seems, and this is such beautiful tribute to Fredagain. 💔❤️‍🩹❤️

Now that you have gone a bit further down tne ren rabbit hole, you should check out his video he made when he hit 1 million subs on youtube, i believe its called "defining success" if you havent already seen it. It really shows what kind of person he is, its amazing. Its not a song, just something he wrote but it will give you even more respect for him 😊💜💜 theres also a video called "spontaneous stream jam" that was from a stream he did thats been posted not on his channel but its also fantastic 😊

Ren does all his own production. 😊 In one of his interviews, I think with The Charismatic Voice (on KZread), he described some of his setups. He's a HUGE sound nerd.

I love the way Ren drops little classical snippets in the mix.

Devin....yes! I've been watching his Sunday updates helping me motivate my own projects, that have nothing to do with music. Fellow creatives are so helpful in the journey.

Thank you for sharing your wonderful reactions to Ren's music!🙏 You have beautiful eyes and to see them sparkling with inspiration from Ren's talent is awesome!🤩 My warmest welcome to the Ren rabbit hole 😍🔥 Subbed to follow your journey❤️

Artist yes! With every fiber of his being

(And feel free to ramble more, it's why we're here with you!)

I think early on said to someone "these waters run wide and deep, but it won't be long before you realise not only do you love to swim, but the ocean is your natural habitat." Those words came back to me during hope your reaction.

I never clicked So Fast!!! 😂 I look forward to seeing your reactions to Ren. I love that you recognize ,and appreciate his genius and his heart. Thank you for your enthusiasm ,and insights, much appreciated ❤

So love your consideration. To lose out on music with meaning to anyone would be criminal. We all need our soul touched at some time. 💕

Can’t stop commenting but seriously don’t stop the “rambling!” Love your reactions! ❤

I think one of his talents is to be able to express true emotions through music in a way that is so understandable to many of us. He wears his heart on his sleeve and lets us all see so much which is rare. So glad you are here for this😊

@rebeccaburnell9319

3 ай бұрын

I love his "I wear my heart on my hoodie" line from another perennial favourite... ❤

Ren brings the real to everything he produces, be it serious or for fun. I hated all rap until I saw what Ren can do with it. I love his performance art, his rock, pop, soul, blues freestyle, his street performances, ect. I have not found a bad track. Dude, keep on keeping on. Love the reaction.

Such a talent he is! I am ready for whatever style/genre he presents to us….absolutely my absolute favorite artist currently🔥 Great reaction…just subscribed

"Find joy in art" Nice.

Love your reactions mate! Btw, Ren breaks down the production of this track on his Patreon... he really enjoys the process and tweaking everything just the way he likes it. Ren killing it as per usual 🔥🔥🔥🔥💕

Loving your reactions! I think you’d enjoy Ren’s 1M subscriber video and also Eden. Both really give an insight into his philosophy and how he sees music and the world. Looking forward to more from you! 💜

Great reaction again ❤ Chalked Outlines - Ren/Chinchilla Him n his guitar in a hallway is right up ya street 🔥

He does it all. Everything himself. And he's self taught. How he did that while sick, I do not know. I've am ill with similar and he makes me feel totally inadequate for doing almost nothing with my life. He's incredible.

Highly Recommend him and his bands (The Big Push) video "I Shot The Sheriff/Road to Zion/Hip Hop"... thats the best version! Also... Englishman in New York, Praise You, and Bongo Bong at least!

"A rising tide lifts All ships" Welcome to the Harbor of Ren.

This song is my absolute favorite of Ren’s. I love every other one but this one speaks to my heart. I admire Ren and I’m so proud of him. Thank you for your great reaction

Watched this at least 20 times always gives me the goosebumps when he hits I've been lost

“I’ve been lost”❤

Can’t wait to see what Ren vid you do next! There’s so many to choose from! I’d love to see you do some of his rap just to see what you think! 😂 Oh wait- DUDE- you HAVE to do chalk outlines live with chinchilla!!! Can’t wait to see you react to it! 🙏

@oldmanmetaldude

3 ай бұрын

I've been seeing a lot or requests for this one today ( only just had time to catch up on comments) and I have had this on my list for a while and will likely do it in next weeks ( starting april 7th) videos

@gwynethzen77

3 ай бұрын

@@oldmanmetaldude sweet! Giving me stuff to look forward to weekly! Thanks, man! 🤘

Great reaction Brother... Take care my friend 😉💯👍

I saw you close your eyes towards the end and knew he’d taken you somewhere else. Won’t lie, it brought a tear to my eye. 💜

Excellent reaction And astonishment is a regular emotion when experiencing Ren

Thank you for your very thoughtful reaction. Ren was at a Fred Again concert and apparently the I've been lost words over and over at that gig really got to him too. Believe Fred was going through some crap at the time Freds partner i understand was going through health issues while he was away on tour. The way he has mashed up 5 songs and made it his own version is unique and special. Recorded at the apartment he is staying in Calgary near the medical centre he is getting treatment at to help with his Lymes disease. Please take time to see video short of typical day in Rens life showing what he is going through all done in a fun way even though in reality not a fun way to get through your day some of it. Enjoyed your reaction 🎶🧡🔥👩‍🦰

Love watching your reactions,👏👏 I can see in your face when you got drawn in just feeling blown away 👀like many of us that have been around for for a while, haven't seen an artist like this in decades 😉 Ren the Rubik's Cube of music 🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶

He went and saw Fred Again while he was taking a break from treatment in L.A. where he also did is acoustic version of Murder.

I've heard Ren say that one of his bigger influences is Sting, I can really hear it in this track. BRAVO 👏 👏 👏

Please check out the money game trilogy but make sure part 2 is the lyric video. This young man really is a once in a lifetime artist and I love how he brings so many people together.

I think it has 4 or 5 Fred again songs in this. And you can’t tell, that’s a sign of how good this is.

Another great reaction! I do so enjoy your “ramblings”❤️! Keep it up. ☮️❤️😎

Great spot with the vocal effects, i would never have spotted that either but that's the advantage of a professional musician reacting as opposed to the regular KZreadr though i appreciate both 👌

Thanks, man! You always point out something interesting related to the production or performance of the music that I would otherwise miss.

Subscribed! You know music and you appreciate Ren. Great reaction.👍💕🦇

This one is very good. Get you in the feels at the end.

Only Ren to transform a few EDM songs into an acoustic Masterpiece 🤩

New sub. Don't know if you've seen his song Crucify Your Culture. Rock punk-ish .. also his band, The Big Push Paint It Black & War Pigs covers 🔥

I enjoy your reactions to Ren very much; thank you!

Great reaction!❤ Please do: Chalked out lines (LIVE)- Ren and Chinchilla How to be me (LIVE)- Ren and Chinchilla

Interesting reaction. Thank you and subscribed. Ren seems to be able kill everything he does. How many times have I said 'That's my fave Ren song, only to find the next one he releases is even better - he's amazing.

Great reaction 👌 I really struggled to hold myself together first few times I heard the end 😊 I just take comfort now in the fact Ren has made it trough his battles 😎

He does it all

From what I understand and have heard from some reviews with Ren, he does most of his own mixing and producing and he is extremely meticulous. If you look at the “Hi Ren” video where he’s using the one mic pinned to the robe, because he was turning his head back and forth for each “character” the levels would drop when he turned away from the mic, he explained that he literally had to through the entire song and adjust the levels for almost every word to even out the sound.

I enjoyed your reaction a lot. Thank you for sharing your thoughts and experiences.

Devin Townsend! I found Ren thanks to Devin! To be more precise Devin lead me to Jinjer and Jinjer (courtesy of the wisdom of YT algorithms, who know me better than I know myself it seems) lead me to Ren. Which reminds me I need to see your Jinjer reaction.

@oldmanmetaldude

3 ай бұрын

I could say the same, looking at Devin videos on YT led me to reaction channels (via Kingdom and deadhead videos) which led me to doing this, which led me to doing a Jinjer video where it was suggested that I check out Ren

Your reactions and insights are top tier and I agree that everything Ren does also is top tier. Love following your journey!

Beautiful reaction; I love your self-reflection at the end. ❤

I like your videos on Ren. Can’t say I have watched the other ones yet but keep up the good work mate

You have to check out an artist suggested to us Renegades by Ren called Dirt Miller. His song Kansas City is so different and good as well as his Guitar Symphony 🔥

glad you mentioned Devin Townsend - He's my favourite artist beside Ren, I fell down the DT rabbit hole only a couple of years ago, and didnt think it would be topped, especially by someone doing hip hop, beat poetry and Sting covers, but here we are!

Ren did an interview with The Charismatic Voice where he talked about his mixing and sound production. You're right, all done himself. That interview is totally worth the watch. The Interview he did with Black Pegasus, Ren brought out Sam, his cinematographer for some of his most notable videos. Very cool to see them talk about their development of their art.

Please ramble away 😂 I’m here for it ❤

Strewth...Ren is fairdinkum and anyone who dissagrees is a flaming galar. ( Had an Aussie flatmate, taught me the lingo) Good on ya Devo

I agree with you and Ren Kurt Vonnegut who said, “we are to help each other through whatever this is.” ❤️❤️❤️

Yes indeed Ren does his sound production himself

Devin Townsend is a good comparison actually, both with the creativity and their humble attitude. I really appreciate hearing your thoughts around this song, thank you 🤩

@oldmanmetaldude

3 ай бұрын

I think thats one of the reasons I appreciate Ren's art as much as I am

Great Reaction love the emotion on this performance!!

Hey brother, Check out Fred Again’s NPR Tiny Desk performance. Not necessarily for a reaction (30min long) but I think you’d dig it. I’m not into EDM really but that performance is something different. He learned a bunch of instruments specifically for that performance. It’s pretty incredible. Really good vibe too.

Thank you really enjoyed your reaction just found you. I've subbed 😊 ❤🤘

What up man. Keep grinding on Ren. He’s amazing.

Another great Renaction ❤

Loved your insight 🔥👏👏

Super reaction. I’m always waiting for the next step in your journey. See you next time!!

Next please. Ren, BACK ON 74/MESSAGE IN A BOTTLE retake. 🙏 Best regards from Norway 🇳🇴

Note him holding his leg still right at the end....I think from the many videos I've watched he uses it a bit like a metronome when he can't use his head bob :)

@pointlesslab4179

3 ай бұрын

Nerve damage makes his leg hurt a lot. He lifts it sometimes to reduce the pain.

Great reaction keep it up and btw good luck finding a track that you dont like by ren i have yet to find one and i think i have listened to pretty much all of his catalog that is out.

@oldmanmetaldude

3 ай бұрын

I hope I love ALL of his tracks! but even my absolute favourite artists have tracks I don't connect with. That's the way of art