You have got to check out Awakening, Soulbound, Cleanse the Bloodlines, and Apex should all be on your list! Awakening was the first UtA track I ever heard and was one of the few times I have felt legit mind blown in years.

Never been much of a power metal fan but these guy's last two albums are legit awesome.

Power metal band from Vancouver. Awakening is their song that a lot of reactors start with. Lead singer Brittney Slayes (Hayes) sang a song on the latest from Star One. Star One being another project of Arjen Lucassen (Ayreon)

Couple cool videos from this band - Northwest Passage and General of the Dark Army, both great songs as well.

You guessed it! The Stephen King short story is what this video is based on! Well done- your the first reaction video I’ve seen to get that- Glad you enjoyed it……they truly are a phenomenal, humble and hilarious band, and just as amazing live! Cheers!

Their videos are always entertaining one way or another, though "Awakening" is a traditional in-studio kind of video. The dude playing the bass in the video has an unusual plucking style, like he's more stroking the strings with his thumb than actually plucking it. He's the only person I've seen play like that. UTA has a video on their channel of Brittney singing karaoke after a show in Edinburgh, Scotland, and she chooses Queensryche's "Queen of the Reich." It's a pretty damn impressive performance and a surprisingly good recording.

@rossmudie9298

2 жыл бұрын

Brittney just slayes (like that's never been done before), such a powerhouse, abyss was my favourite album of 2020, it should have taken uta to the next level, bloody COVID stopped them touring it.

@ckiemnstr345

2 жыл бұрын

The bassist from that album actually played the bass like a banjo. It is a very interesting way to play a bass indeed.

@RyanMear

2 жыл бұрын

I think that's pretty much how I play bass, really. Thumb and index finger..... I had a friend that was watching me play guitar asked if I ever played banjo because of the way I played guitar. It's really just a bastard mix of bass, fingerstyle guitar, and being self taught with no one to tell you to stop it!

Btw. the reference with Steven Kings "The long walk" is 120% true 😉 Try "Legacy" next.. Stay safe and greetz from Germany

Must watch more UTA! This one is more of a fun one. Canadian sense of humor ;) Brittney is an amazing singer. Awakening gives you the up close look at their guitar work & drumming. It's awesome!

The Awakening video is helpful to stay focused on the music since it is just great shots of them playing. You can watch all the skill in action! Great band live as well.

They won the JUNO (Canadian Grammy) for Best Metal Album last year. They are MASTERCLASS!!! Go down their Rabbit hole You will not be disappointed!

Yes, This vid is a tribute to "The Long Walk" by S.King )

That took a dark turn. Or kinda like Squid Game Red Light, Green Light.

I'm pretty sure the gunman is the same guy who was mopping up at the end of "Abyss" by ULA -- which you should totally react to, BTW, if you haven't yet. ••• Thanks! PEACE!!!

Cool metal song, fun video :)

Awakening, Soulbound, Return to Me, there's too many incredible songs from these crazy Canadians. One of only a couple bands I have every vinyl from on my wall

I was skeptical at first, but I can easily say they are my #1 band all time (personal choice). Between their music and how nice and genuine they all are, they absolutely rock! As you can see in my profile photo, they care about their fans and are just as good live as they are in their recordings. Highly recommend diving into the Apex and Abyss albums.

@RyanMear

2 жыл бұрын

Awesome, thanks!

I'm genuinely surprised to see you haven't reviewed "Awakening" by these guys yet.

Abyss is a monumental album 🤘🤘

yes you doing some UTA great video

UTA has Much more that awaits you ... Cheers ... hope you listen to more

Nice "Long Walk" reference - my favourite novel as a teenager, which may give an idea of what kind of teenager I was...released under the pseudonym Richard Bachman in case any one's looking for it. Personally I'm not really into the major turns either or generally Power Metal, but UTA are obviously super-talented and can happily listen to them from time to time.

@RyanMear

2 жыл бұрын

Sometimes, there's just a band that's that effing good! The Dark Half was my introduction to SK..... what a start!

@homegnome2429

2 жыл бұрын

@@RyanMear Haha - I almost recommended Dark Half in my prior comment due to the pseudonym connection!

@MattyMutilation

2 жыл бұрын

I think in Alex hefners reaction with Brittany from UTA she did mention that the video was inspired by the long walk :) when you said that near the start I near lost my mind at how quick you got it lol

Can see why HAZUKI of NEMOPHILA loves this band. Metal AF 🤘😁🤘

Recently discovered UtA......i like it

Although I prefer Nightwish, these are a great band and Brittney Slayes is now on Arjen's radar (and we know he recognises talent) as she performs on his latest Star One album.

Glen Hansard 2 weeks ago and now Unleash the Archers, you have a great taste Tyler. As for S. King i liked his stort stories more thannovels (for example i count Rita Hayworth and Shawshank Redemption as a short story) from hi big books i loved Needful things and Bag of a bones is the one that i recomend as a first S.King experience

@RyanMear

2 жыл бұрын

Have you read his gritty crime story short stories?? Newer books but with old school covers. "Later" is one

@frantaf

2 жыл бұрын

@@RyanMear Ive took a break from his work sometimes around Mr. Mercedes was released. i will check later later:) it sound interesting. also one the mild horrors i loved was The Girl Who Loved Tom Gordon most terifing was probably Apt pupil you mentioned in one of reactions

@RyanMear

2 жыл бұрын

I am just now reading Apt Pupil! The Tom Gordon one was a great story, yes. Very interesting look at the mind of a child

@frantaf

2 жыл бұрын

@@RyanMear Let me know how you felt about that story. And did you read Needfull things?

@RyanMear

2 жыл бұрын

Yes......I read that one many years ago!

Please more UTA !

If you want to keep it heavy. Check out Orbit Culture from Sweden. Pick any track from last two years, you will not be disappointed.

Awesome! I knew it would grow on you! Brittney Slayes wins again! Seriously though, UtA is my favourite non japanese band ATM and that ain't changing soon. I highly recommend Cleans the Bloodlines next!

@highjynxx

2 жыл бұрын

UtA use major keys or completely different music styles to tell story. This song is chapter 16 of a 20 chapter, 2 album epic storyline written by Brittney. You don't need to know the story to enjoy any song as they all stand alone BUT some choices are made because of its place in the story. UtA's dedication to the concept album is refreshing in this day and age. You could also try Tonight We Ride next to see Brittney unleashed. She is one of a kind.

@RyanMear

2 жыл бұрын

Brittany just became one of the most amazing singers I've ever heard. Psst.... been listening to them most of the day

@highjynxx

2 жыл бұрын

@@RyanMear Yes! Looking forward to more. Also, every member of the band is super chill and awesome to their fans.

@RyanMear

2 жыл бұрын

That's great to hear.... always kicks them up a notch in my book

Definitely not the song I'd start someone with UTA. It's not their norm and more of a "fun" song than a lot of their best

@RyanMear

2 жыл бұрын

Worked for me

@kebobs3727

2 жыл бұрын

@@RyanMear that's the good part, cause they have a lot of stuff that'll feel a lot different and you wil like as much if not more. Excited to see where the journey goes for you with them!