Musicians tend to appreciate groups like this more than non-musicians. Part of my appreciation is being thoroughly aware of how difficult it is to make what they play look easy.

@robertonome2448

Жыл бұрын

True that But to their credit they manage to structure this “guitar master class”-like songs pretty damn well

@bobby_hill8357

Жыл бұрын

Yeah, knowing the difficulty of all their extended techniques and how hard it is to play them exceptionally well really makes you appreciate them on a higher level

@JothaOsborne

Жыл бұрын

Playing music is not all about the difficulty. As a musician I also enjoy the melody, chords progression, the dynamics, etc. It's not all about speed and difficulty

@fromulus

Жыл бұрын

Didn't say it was.

@RamRod13

Жыл бұрын

Anyone could tell these guys can play. These guys are like an example of metal musicians who are classically trained.

It's definitely not random techniques and lines just thrown in - there is a clear melody throughout the whole song, you just need a decent understanding of music to comprehend it. It's like when you first listen to Jazz and it just sounds like noise. The more you listen, the easier you're able to follow what's happening.

@michaelbeard4883

Жыл бұрын

it’s specifically then trying to play instrumental music in a way that catches people the way pop music does. Tim said one of the melodys in their song is based off an ariana grande singing melody

@rhettzkie

Жыл бұрын

Bruh. When he said it was random. I wanted to be mad so bad. But knew better that they just didn’t know what they were listening to.

@cm9241

Жыл бұрын

You don't need a decent understanding of music to comprehend it. It's like a 4 chord progression. Polyphia shreds over pop progressions. It's not that complicated

@guitar864

Жыл бұрын

@@cm9241 no shit - I’m not saying it’s complicated in terms of music theory - it’s easy to dissect for anyone who understands theory. I’m talking about people with no musical background/ability e.g., these two, who can’t comprehend it because there is so much going on, even if it is just syncopated 4/4 and a generic pop progression.

@demon-reaper1265

Жыл бұрын

Tf you talking about?? Jazz doesn't sound like noise when you first listen to it...

Fun fact Tim created that whistling melody and then went on fiver and paid a dude 30 bucks to record the whistle and then put it in the song

@teehee186

Жыл бұрын

I saw his video explaining that too! super cool!

@Killerbee_McTitties

Жыл бұрын

kinda played that guy ngl

@EVH5150iii

Жыл бұрын

@@Killerbee_McTitties fr! Still cool tho

@slashgarcia1

11 ай бұрын

Where can I find that video?

@dying_allthetime

5 ай бұрын

That's actually fucked up. The dude deserves mechanical royalties for his part in the song.

I don't think you guys have the ears fully trained for this type of music yet. There is a very clear melodic line throughout the entirety of the song and all the "random" runs and technical playing is working off of that same exact theme. The playing is complex, but the musical structure of the song is actually pretty straightforward. I know its extremely tough to do first time reaction videos with this genre of music and come out with a full understanding of the song, but would highly recommend giving it a few playthroughs for your own enjoyment, this is one of the best songs I have heard in many many years.

Jheeeze….Lost in vegas doing anything remotely guitar related is beautiful. Love you guys man, been watching for years at this point ❤️

@iandavis3599

Жыл бұрын

been watching you for years too! cheers

@Andy-th9kj

Жыл бұрын

5 years in here

@Frogmilk

Жыл бұрын

Meshuggah

Polyphia actually have tons of melody and composition of master class musicianship. They are an instrumental band. They play their instruments in a way that they themselves are the lyrics. It doesn't have to be a repetitive loop of licks and riffs that play for 3 minutes. Its like....so highly composed and written that its actually nuts. I'm not even a musician and I'm hooked on this sound.

There are videos of Tim, Scott, and Clay A playing their parts independently. I know you guys like drummers, so the video of Clay's drum part is well worth the watch. Of course, watching Tim play his guitar part is a bit disheartening for those of us that suck at guitar.

@AchimLenderink

Жыл бұрын

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@AchimLenderink

Жыл бұрын

Haven't found a bass playthrough by bassist Clay Gober.

@brandongrayson456

Жыл бұрын

You could be amazing at guitar, and be disheartened just by listening to Tim, even more so by watching.

@SeptemberBurnsBlue

Жыл бұрын

@@brandongrayson456 I feel like if one is the type to be disheartened rather than inspired & motivated they probably don't have the mental faculties to be amazing at guitar. Truly disheartened, not just joking about throwing your guitars away or what have you lmaoo.

@steviegreenthumb4720

Жыл бұрын

Trust me its disheartening to veteran players too lmao

It's funny because Polyphia have some of the most effective song structures- main melody/chorus to begin the song then a progression before a nice bridge to lead back into the chorus. It's just masked by outrageous talent.

Haven't watched a Lost In Vegas video in years. And somehow you managed to get around to my favorite band with this track. I'm elated. Watching the live is surreal. Watching the crowd sing along to their playing, in some songs they even stop playing to allow the crowd to carry it in sining. And watching a wild crowd grow still when Tim plays just to watch him. It's insane

Totally not my thing, but it's impossible to deny the level of talent of everyone in this band.

@keithkrick234

Жыл бұрын

Someone will still try😄

@voldren

Жыл бұрын

that's exactly what i think of this band :D great skill, actually impressive, but nothing i could just chill and listen to in my spare time, even if i'm a huge progrock fan you can debate if they're even playing progrock, but i just wanted to mention that, because theoretically this should appeal to my taste, but it just doesn't, their music is kinda soulless to me, just a show of a great proficiency with instruments

@jacksmith4460

Жыл бұрын

@@voldren I am with you 100%

@zippydog2374

Жыл бұрын

@@voldren listen to more than 1 song

@voldren

Жыл бұрын

@@zippydog2374 do i have to check their whole discography to like their music? because i've heard already few of their most well known songs and it didn't help

Chon is my favorite "skill" band because they take this wavy beach sound and really elaborate on it with skill and technical ability. I remember when they first came out with pillow song and it blew me away check out chon

@fennecfanatic5566

Жыл бұрын

I got to see them live when they toured with Periphery, Sikth and Toothgrinder yeeaaaars ago. They were cool for the first song or two. Toothgrinder definitely stole the show though.

@justinharris2272

Жыл бұрын

I saw them live with Polyphia and Dance Gavin Dance! Chon is amazing!

Re vocals: you're in luck! their new album has loads of guest features and a new single, ABC, with Sophia Black, is like a crazy hyperpop track.

@kohhna

Жыл бұрын

Yep /\ - think it's dope! Would love to see it on channel.

@baldbearded9601

Жыл бұрын

Those guys are probably gonna find ways to hate on it because it's not something they've heard before. They're very clearly not musicians and they're very limited in their understanding of music, and it shows

@Vivi_9

Жыл бұрын

@@baldbearded9601 no this is the exact appeal of this channel, they have a very high level of understanding music despite not having formal training in theory or being able to play an instrument, their ability to perceive and articulate things despite not being in the rock music scene is extremely impressive and the reason why I don't bother with any other reaction channels

@kohhna

Жыл бұрын

@Josh Hyperpop isn't like conventional pop either, we're talking Dorian Electra, Charlie XCX, SOPHIE (rip

@baldbearded9601

Жыл бұрын

@@Vivi_9 I thought so too but he is clearly "confused" at best. He thinks that the melodic parts with harmonics was some random moment to flex and showoff, and said it sounds like multiple songs but both sections are different arrangement based on the same two chord progressions. The pace of the melody was too fast for him because it's not linear and he couldn't enjoy the rhythmic parts of the song so he was overwhelmed and flustered at every change. I mean for anyone to have anything bad to say about Polyphia shows the level of musical knowledge. They don't have to love it, but how ignorant would one be to say that Whitney Houston is just flexing all the time just because she's powerful for example? Not hating on them but they are often very close minded and despite them trying not to show it, it gets very judgemental sometimes. Even when reacting to hiphop or pop or whatever. Anyway, tons of reactors with much more positive energy to enjoy out there! Having lots of followers doesn't make the content better

There’s actually a lot more structure in the phrasing and melody! It’s definitely not just a lot of shredding and random bits to show their skill! The composition is God-tier

@kublaikhan8600

Жыл бұрын

Underrated comment

The intensity of the music almost makes you forget there is a continuous melody through the entire song. From the duality of guitar parts, whistling (listen again) super tight drums and thumping bass (although simple very effective) makes this creation even more impressive. The dynamics are fantastic. I really appreciate this piece. Genius really.

This is like “Gen-Z Jazz” I’m Gen-Z and a huge Jazz nerd and the jazz elements in the bass and the guitar and the arrangement in the second half of the song is AMAZING. They really changing the game.

I just saw these guys live a month back and these guys are even better live. They nail every single part but the songs have so much more energy live. Much more oomph from the bass and drums.

Gotta listen to Polyphia's new song ABC with vocals! It's more radio-friendly but still shreds!

They have a new single out with female vocals.. mind-blowing..Peace ☮️

@SteveWilsonNinja

Жыл бұрын

It’s called ABC

@upstartkarma

Жыл бұрын

Best pop song of the year

@WillEnj0y

Жыл бұрын

I actually really hated it

@timothyduff38

Жыл бұрын

Yeah but its definitely one you bop in your house and not in public. Lol

@Beingthankful

Жыл бұрын

@@WillEnj0y That's actually their goal

Glad you said you wanna hear them with vocals, the new single "ABC ft. Sophia Black" slaps HARD!

@pb2158

Жыл бұрын

Sucks balls!

i been subscribed to yall for years and over last year id say i barely get your sruff i always have to search even withthe bell checked weird . im so glad you guys still going i got a lot to catch up on

First half has the feel of flamenco fused with glitch-hop.

@kohhna

Жыл бұрын

That's what I keep saying! These guys are two Tipper as Igorrr is to Venetian Snares. - BTW everyone mentioned there deserves a listen.

@vecihibostan1743

2 күн бұрын

You had me at ‘glitch pop’….. not really, just messing about. I will say Paco de Lucia before any manner of glitch pop.

I've seen them live a couple times, they absolutely play like this in the live show too, they crush it and it's mind-blowing.

Polyphia live is a show you should not skip! They are incredible, have a killer light show, and know how to amp up the crowd. It is a blast. And yes, they are incredible live as well... they play all of these songs live and it is amazing.

Never heard this before.. lets go!

Glad you all enjoyed this! If you want to hear something like this, you should check out Can't Wait by Chon. Chon is another super-talented instrumental band, but they did this one-off song with vocals and it became one of their signature songs

I just got this notification and immediately liked. I found Polyphia a few weeks ago and have been obsessed since.

So awesome hearing you guys talk about Polyphia. I’ve done a few of these guys in my channel. I am a music teacher and it is great hearing someone’s opinions who don’t play instruments. They just released a new song called abc featuring Sophia Black and she sings. You are gonna be shocked how this plays out. Thanks for thr great channel I’ve been a subscriber for along time and you inspired me to do my own channel. Thank you!

They just released a new song with a vocalist titled ABC. Would really love to see you guys react to that

@44fallen44

Жыл бұрын

"So Strange" is also another really good song with a vocalist as well

@eliot2283

Жыл бұрын

There is no way these guys would like ABC (I definitely don't). It's way too bubblegum pop.

@miropi4a412

Жыл бұрын

@@eliot2283 Well with the full album release they'll probably like Chimera the most. Should be right up their alley.

@photonfartsqueeze6694

Жыл бұрын

The pop oriented style of ABC is usually not my jam at all, but I LOVE it. The music is just too damn good not to enjoy. I appreciate and enjoy every risk they take.

They absolutely nail the songs live. Was really impressed

Also grats guys seeing you guys from 12k too 1.2 M subs feels good man

Love watching yalls reactions

You guys should definitely check out the new album “Gold” from Unprocessed. They have killer instrumentation like Polyphia, but they also incorporate vocals into their material.

I'm SO glad you are reacting to more polyphia. New album oct.28 can't wait for you to react to it.

They released a new song recently with full on vocals called ABC and I think it's definitely worth checking out.

@PlasmaBoom

Жыл бұрын

nnnnneh I thought it was kinda ite I guess...

@Hellraiser666eddie

Жыл бұрын

@@PlasmaBoom thought I was the only one. Imo honestly it felt pretty bland :/

Virtuosity is honestly beautiful. Crazy how humans are really capable of anything (art, sports, cooking, etc.) when you just put the work in.

Polyphia just came out with a song called abc ft Sophia Black on vocals..

BEEEEN waiting for this! Such an underrated band

Great reaction and a great song. I saw them in Baltimore last month, they pulled it off. They play and sound incredible live and are worth checking out. The crowd was really into it and it was a great show. You guys should check out 40oz by Polyphia!

I love when a good drum fill makes you smile or laugh. Clay is so tasteful with his cymbal work

Honestly, Polyphia has so much groove and soul *on top of* being super technical and complex. I'm really hoping you guys dig this one! Also... Woods of Ypres - I Was Buried In Mount Pleasant Cemetary

@extremeloco23

Жыл бұрын

woods of ypres, what a throwback man, havent heard that song in 8 years

@dragonballfanscantread2383

Жыл бұрын

Soul? Lol there is no soul in Soyliphia.

@ThatBurntToast

Жыл бұрын

@@dragonballfanscantread2383 bait

@dragonballfanscantread2383

Жыл бұрын

@@ThatBurntToast Nope.

They've collabed with a couple vocalists Just recently they dropped ABC with Sophia black, and off of their last album saucy had vocals for the chorus. The tracklist for their new album also mentioned a lot of features like Chino Moreno - lead vocalist/lyricist of Deftones, Steve Vai, and a couple other vocalists

You notice this song is a hip hop song translated on guitar? After the intro it sounds like a guitar solo comes it when the beat drops! The solo is like a fire ass rapper dropping the hardest first verse right when the beat drops! It’s like Pac coming in hard AF on “Pain” from the Above the Rim ST! Guitarists,literally translating fire,beats and vocals on 6 strings!

That Flamenco guitar is top tier. I wanna say it's as good as Paco de Lucia.

Just saw them live and didn’t really know who they were. Very technically proficient live too but with a good show

ABC - polyphia, has vocals and video just got out 2 days ago!!

I have to say that I appreciate the respect you guys have and your alternative opinions on the piece. I think its easy to just chalk them up as tryhard or showoffs but when you dive deep behind the music These guys are taking from styles like Brazilian bossa nova and Malagueno and Flamenca guitar. They take music to another level not just a show

"So Strange" and "ABC" feature vocalists the whole tune, "Look but Don't Touch" has a vocal outro.

Polyphia - ABC just dropped and it’s got vocals

They just made a song with a vocalist called ABC. Check it out!

Polyphia is my go to music while fishing. Best chill music ever. The talent and complexity of their tracks are hard matched.

Polyphia are the best! They do all this so effortlessly and do this perfectly live! Loads of playthroughs and live vids out there. Also came out with an incredible new song called ABC (which has a vocalist)!!

They just released a new song with vocals called ABC

You guys should give a listen to Welcome Home by Coheed and Cambria!

@ElevatedLevetator

Жыл бұрын

They have...

@aseeltare2343

Жыл бұрын

@@ElevatedLevetator didn’t see it anywhere looking it up

@JebusChrust

Жыл бұрын

This might be on their Patreon but I know they did it before!

@emansfvera

Жыл бұрын

Lol

Absolutely amazing song, I listen to this one all the time it’s so relaxing 🖤

Hell yesss!! One of the best current modern bands, their sound is very original! My next suggestion is completely different from Polyphia, but y'all should react to To The Hellfire by Lorna Shore, it would absolutely blow your mind with how heavy and brutal it is! Their new vocalist Will Ramos is a monster!!

@dragonballfanscantread2383

Жыл бұрын

Original? Lol it's just pop/trap beats with math rock noodling.

@richburnsred

Жыл бұрын

Yesssss!! Would love to see their reaction to TTH

I'd like to recommend the song "Real" by Unprocessed. It features Tim Henson and Clay Goober from Polyphia and has vocal throughout.

in one of hensons videos he talks about his process for writing music, and he says that he writes from a hip hop perspective.

I've seen them live. They put on an incredible live show.

They just dropped a pop track with Sophia Black like 2 days ago. ABC is the title

This sounds like either insane elevator music or something I’d hear while on hold.

I saw them play it live twice in person and it sounded perfect both times. Obviously the instruments sound a bit different live but I heard no mistakes

Love you guys did this group, they are the TRUTH. #freethinkers

Just came across Tim Henson's accoustic solo of this... He is indeed testing androids. Dope AF... Loooong OG subscriber but didn't recognize these dudes but I'm pumped is an understatement for this. Love finding new music!!! This is the way.

love the reaction keep it up!

I started playing guitar long before bands like Polyphia came around but I did at least get in when it was possible to teach yourself many advanced techniques simply by looking up videos on the internet. When I bought my second guitar and my first decent amp I also picked up a simple music theory book which came along with 2 free guitar lessons from the music shop that I bought the gear from and with even that small amount of "official" music training I've found that there's really no limits to the things I can do as long as I put in the practice. So while I'll probably never be able to claim to be as talented or as well-practiced as Tim and Scottie of Polyphia as playing music isn't my job but simply a hobby for me, I can at least understand and appreciate what they are doing and even practice some of their advanced techniques to incorporate into my own playing and songwriting. Obviously, music like any other work of art is subjective so this isn't going to be everyone's cup of tea but what I love about Polyphia is that when people hear their music they can just appreciate the skill and the technique if nothing else regardless of their opinions on if the music is their jam or not.

The recently came out with a song with a vocalist...ABC with Sophia Black. It's incredible!

It's like watching an ad for the Julliard School of Music. It's a very unique blend of several different styles of music. It's not my thing, but I will literally listen to it just to appreciate the talent and quality of musicianship.

What you boys are hearing are well rounded musicians that spend a vast majority of their time not only playing instruments but seeking to play music together. Polyphia always has behind the song so they show you how they make it and its very nice to see

Unprocessed is the next band you should react to. They're also phenomenal.

Just saw this song live, absolutely a killer band

These cats are taking elements from cats such as Al Di Meola, Herbie Hancock, and Quincy Jones with these melodies. This is sophisticated music 100%. Intelligent hooks that you can walk away whistling (note the ending) while technically slaying their instruments. Modern day composers showing what’s possible. I’m going to go and break my guitars now 🤣🤣

New album dropped and I do believe y’all would love it so much the first track is so FIRE

Their new song "ABC" has vocals on it

I'd encourage you to try appreciate instrumentals for what they are. Not every artist needs to have a vocalist! Love your guys' channel btw

@Vivi_9

Жыл бұрын

@Ben Franklin it's the sound of a CD player skipping at a high level tho haha

@fullmatthew

Жыл бұрын

@@Vivi_9 Haha exactly

@jacksmith4460

Жыл бұрын

they do??

@DaP84

Жыл бұрын

What they meant is this piece is more show-off than writing for the piece. I agree with that! Still pretty enjoyable though, lots of cool details and directions

For the Vocalist concept, there's also their newest song ABC. It's really fun and pop esque

Definitely my favorite from Polyphia. The song is amazing and the style of the video is pure art. Queens of the Stone Age- Make it Wit U

Others have said already, it's like Jazz or Prog, it's music for musicians. But it's damn good.

Polyphia - So Strange. Groovy and vocals

They are literally making they're guitars rap through melodies and harmonics and it pushes me to be a better player

YES! Can't think of a better song for you to watch!

“Show me what you got.” Never knew Ryan was a Cromulon 😆

The key is listening to songs like this 5-10 times to really start enjoying it 😀

AMERICAN IDOL FOR MUSICIANS! Nailed it bro, nailed it. 😜

If you wanna se them do vocals they just realeased "ABC" with a singer and it's wild to say the least

The new album actually has a lot of vocalists, including the dude from Deftones. Worth checking out!

There's playing god and being guitar gods. Clearly Polyphia is filled with guitar, bass, and drumming gods (plus the production is always on point)

You guys should check out The Aristocrats, another instrumental rock band. The musicianship with them is top grade face melting, but still palatable.

They 100% deliver live 🤘😎

I couldn't disagree more with what was said but I enjoy you channel and music is subjective. To me this is the ULTIMATE song. It's extremely nuanced, masterfully played and the flow of the song is a journey. Love this song but much love to you all as well!

They just put out a song called "ABC" and it has vocals!

I just wanted to add to him saying that theyre not writing a song.... they write chorus's, bridges, etc but just as guitar riffs. He turns rap/hiphop beats and rhythm schemes into guitar riffs

Polyphia uses some of the same rhythms from hiphop and different instruments are making up the tune to make the harmony. That's why it sounds like chaos and yet its not. Like the guitar might play a part and then mix it up with the bass playing part of the guitar part etc etc. Since they are both using different tunes from different instruments and playing the same harmony it has this wild sound.

So Beautiful! Great reaction!

Polyphia - ABC feat. Sophia Black (Official Music Video) they have this with vocals! it just came out.

They just came out with a song with vocals! ABC!!!!!

Well you said it, and now they've done it. They've done a song with a vocalist named Sophia Black called ABC.

Question my life/existence? That's hilarious. Have to appreciate their musicianship. As a guitar player, puts a smile to my face and lets me know I have a ton to learn.

They just released a song with a vocalist called ABC

So Strange (feat. Cuco) from the same album as G.O.A.T. has vocals if you’re gonna give them another shot down the line. :)

@Justinsox39

Жыл бұрын

Great song

@methyl5682

Жыл бұрын

And abc

@lolo-kp1le

Жыл бұрын

Personally I think polyphia us wayyy better without vocals, letting the guitars sing instead

@methyl5682

Жыл бұрын

@@lolo-kp1le I think a mix of both is good but vocals are a natural evolution and abc is a huge innovation in pop music

man... you nailed it 3 minutes in with your thoughts. Leaves me totally cold. The soundtrack to an algorithm. Skill over soul.

@redorc77

Жыл бұрын

Agreed. My main question when listening to them (I have tried a few times) is: how was that an actual song? But hey, not all music is meant for everyone, so that’s fine. It’s just not for me.

@musicbylawless7064

Жыл бұрын

It leaves you confused not cold. You simply don’t understand it

@Mountprospect1

Жыл бұрын

@@musicbylawless7064 nah... I'm pretty sure how it affects me. They make perfect sense.... the product of a gen of kids that have hyper advanced technical skills due to the Internet. But no depth of feeling, emotional warmth or soul... Due to the Internet. They're popular because they are technically stunning players and that's what the zeitgeist currently defines as good. It doesn't confuse me at all.