Guitar Teacher REACTS: Polyphia - Playing God (Official Music Video)

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  • @Guitargate
    @Guitargate  Před rokem +104

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    • @yayavamp3895
      @yayavamp3895 Před rokem +1

      can you do a reaction to this pinoy acoustic guitar player covering playing god... his name in youtube is paolo gans

    • @adrianadrian9738
      @adrianadrian9738 Před rokem +1

      Could you pls react to alip ba ta REORIEN .. thnks

  • @tortillasarenotbiceps7622
    @tortillasarenotbiceps7622 Před rokem +3783

    As a guy who played drums for years, thank you for acknowledging the drums/drummer. This piece was obviously outrageous and masterful as was your breakdown. Thanks, Mike.

    • @Guitargate
      @Guitargate  Před rokem +148

      Thx my friend!

    • @scottmaclean9604
      @scottmaclean9604 Před rokem

      O⁸ebEBDJHD
      hruso2 a

    • @axkmster
      @axkmster Před rokem +17

      Agreed, amazing drum work but, for Mike, it's easier to acknowledge the drums that to play a song like this..Sorry not gonna happen..
      Unless you play this style of guitar regular, you ain't gonna come close to learning this on the spot let alone after 2 months of daily practice regardless how good of a teacher you or I am.. It's on another level man.. Much respect to Polyphia and their high level of skills.

    • @AkiraKenshin
      @AkiraKenshin Před rokem +4

      Polyphia is one of my fav bands to groove to on the drums because there's so much variety and rhythms and patterns!
      Liked your comment about instrumentals and accessibility, though I'd say nowadays Lo-Fi is probably the most popular instrumental in mainstream

    • @Viccerz
      @Viccerz Před rokem +3

      Rhythm section is so underappreciated. Drummer set this already stellar track out on Alpha Centauri

  • @chairmanmeow9530
    @chairmanmeow9530 Před rokem +2711

    the drummer is so underrated. He really gives the song so much of its bounce.

    • @bradleymitchell3808
      @bradleymitchell3808 Před rokem +72

      The drummer is probably the least underrated in the band

    • @zac3392
      @zac3392 Před rokem +28

      Underrated? Who has ever said Clay isn’t a good drummer?

    • @gitfidla
      @gitfidla Před rokem +28

      @@zac3392 more like the guitars get all the press but the drummer makes it all work

    • @deaconsyxx322
      @deaconsyxx322 Před rokem +16

      Nobody underrates Clay…the guy is a beast!

    • @TheMetalheadWeeb
      @TheMetalheadWeeb Před rokem +2

      @@gitfidla Tim is just different

  • @defiantparsnip
    @defiantparsnip Před rokem +1691

    Polyphia honestly became a completely different band when Clay joined on drums. Nothing against Brandon, but Clay brought an entirely new energy that helped the brand emerge out of a really stagnant scene.

    • @NightshadeBeatz
      @NightshadeBeatz Před rokem +14

      I was about to comment that☝totally agree on this

    • @heyanuja517
      @heyanuja517 Před rokem +41

      100% agree! I just discovered this band and went down the rabbit hole with their catalogue, and I feel exactly the same way. Brandon is a *fantastic* drummer; but I really think Clay is the reason they can seamlessly incorporate soooo many musical genres and styles into their compositions. He blew the doors off the hinges for them.

    • @thedrumist1784
      @thedrumist1784 Před rokem +33

      Brandon was more my style of drumming and i loved him. But i can't deny Clay totally matches their newer sound way better. Both phenomonal drummers tho

    • @morrisgreg2176
      @morrisgreg2176 Před 8 měsíci

      Oh it's still the same don't get too ahead of yourself

    • @annaluciaschmitz
      @annaluciaschmitz Před 2 měsíci

      True 😌

  • @pyfoxx
    @pyfoxx Před rokem +952

    I saw in an interview with Tim that he repeatedly adopts a formula with a riff where he won't add the 'flex' until the third time round. It makes so much sense and really speaks to what you're saying about it being accessible - play the riff, get familiar - hear it again, familiarise with the repeat - play a third time, flex (oh damn, this is insane!)

    • @Cr4shdufe
      @Cr4shdufe Před rokem +15

      what do you mean flex ? making it fancier ?

    • @vellusk
      @vellusk Před rokem +70

      @@Cr4shdufe yes, essentially doing something at a high level that not many people can do to show that you can etc.

    • @hectorg362
      @hectorg362 Před rokem

      Really? What interview was this?

    • @charles_wren_films
      @charles_wren_films Před rokem +25

      Yeah, that was the Rick Beato interview.

    • @danglol
      @danglol Před rokem

      I think this is called ternary form

  • @Scrub_Jake
    @Scrub_Jake Před rokem +2453

    Video idea. Their drummer Clay has 4 playthroughs on the Meinl channel. Yas, Icronic, OD and GOAT. What about watching some or all in one video? You’d looooove these I promise

    • @adwai1h653
      @adwai1h653 Před rokem +47

      +1 on this

    • @Thatpersn
      @Thatpersn Před rokem +16

      Please!!!

    • @prasadsatpute1294
      @prasadsatpute1294 Před rokem +24

      Approved .. or do the Look But Don't Touch playthrough for Complete Panning Left Right between Tim and Scottie ... you can see why they are so different yet so in line even with 8 strings

    • @subarustavi
      @subarustavi Před rokem +9

      OD Please

    • @Guitargate
      @Guitargate  Před rokem +355

      Fantastic idea. I’d LOVE to do more drum videos

  • @jrl3521
    @jrl3521 Před rokem +727

    Band members:
    Guitar (Center): Tim Henson
    Guitar (Left): Scott LePage
    Bass: Clay Gober
    Drums: Clay Aeschliman
    Thanks for reacting to this Michael, I love these guys.

    • @MCOGroupNews
      @MCOGroupNews Před rokem +112

      Two Clay's, one rock solid arrangement

    • @mandarin0rangez
      @mandarin0rangez Před rokem +6

      Thanks for this. They’re all amazing and I was first drawn to the band by Tim, but they’re actually all amazing and I am so excited to see them live this year.

    • @mandarin0rangez
      @mandarin0rangez Před rokem

      I cannot wait to see Polyphia at the Fine Line Music Cafe. And I’ve been trying to get all my friends to listen to this amazing music. Hopefully I won’t be there myself 🤣

  • @kaiohenrique8503
    @kaiohenrique8503 Před rokem +614

    The jazzy part is really Brazilian-infused. Sounds like Bossa Nova.

    • @madslick4147
      @madslick4147 Před rokem +22

      dont act like you didnt watch the Tim Henson interview with musiciswin lol

    • @TheRedAnvil40
      @TheRedAnvil40 Před rokem +16

      @@madslick4147 it made me think of that "flamenco" style. Is that interview new? I haven't seen it

    • @kaiohenrique8503
      @kaiohenrique8503 Před rokem +138

      @@madslick4147 I didn't. It's pretty obvious. I'm Brazilian and I can smell Bossa and Samba from a mile around the corner. Not surprised Tim confirmed this. Gonna watch the interview anyway.

    • @madslick4147
      @madslick4147 Před rokem +6

      @@kaiohenrique8503 please do, you nailed it lol

    • @madslick4147
      @madslick4147 Před rokem +1

      @@TheRedAnvil40 not really, but they talked a little on the clip Henson released of him playing a part of thus song

  • @kylestewart4444
    @kylestewart4444 Před rokem +168

    Their arrangements are unbelievable. Every element shines and they lean on easily followable progressions, despite sounding very busy and complex.

  • @HeadbangoO
    @HeadbangoO Před rokem +456

    Classical music has centuries of instrumental pieces, based off V-I progressions, people didn't seem to complain 😜

    • @creekielappy
      @creekielappy Před rokem +8

      Fair point, but how many people actually appreciated it? If we’re talking about western classical music, it was definitely a smaller population of people that appreciated it with an artistic view. Definitely not a “common people” pastime.

    • @Guitargate
      @Guitargate  Před rokem +146

      So this is an interesting conversation... I love classical music. For some reason, I don’t equate classical music with instrumental music. It’s a different universe- but obviously all instrumental!

    • @nullptrZer0
      @nullptrZer0 Před rokem +14

      Might be a little bit subjective but to me classical music is more melodic than most modern instrumental music (at least the stuff I heard of). You always can whistle or almost "sing" along. When I think of Beethoven Symphonies or Vivaldi's Four Seasons for example. And the epicness is a whole other level^^

    • @maaaaaap
      @maaaaaap Před rokem +5

      @@nullptrZer0 there's lots of modern instrumental metal that is really "whistable" or "singable", there's even a whistle part in this song lol. Try Intervals, Plini or Paul Wardingham or even Polyphia's earlier stuff like Aviator

    • @nullptrZer0
      @nullptrZer0 Před rokem +1

      @@maaaaaap as I said very subjective. But thx for the recommendations. Will definetely check it out!

  • @SLOCW01
    @SLOCW01 Před rokem +135

    Their song "Yas" heavily features their drummer (Clay ), and is one of their best "intro/accessible" songs. Might be worth checking out.

    • @Ninjabob568
      @Ninjabob568 Před rokem +4

      this is probably my favorite song of theirs, this and goose

  • @jordanlarson6488
    @jordanlarson6488 Před rokem +330

    Always good to give Clay the love he deserves on the drums. This recording and the sound engineering and mixing are just immaculate. So much going on, but so crisp and cleannnnnn

  • @alvarocelidonio9229
    @alvarocelidonio9229 Před rokem +140

    4:28 It's Bossa Nova! It's a style of Samba, developed in the late 1950s and early 1960s in Brazil. It is mainly characterized by a different beat, that altered the harmonies with the introduction of unconventional chords and an innovative syncopation of traditional samba from a single rhythmic division.
    Baden Powell
    Bola Sete
    João Gilberto
    Roberto Menescal
    Tom Jobim

    • @ayoo3970
      @ayoo3970 Před rokem +1

      Did jazz fusion take from Bossa Nova? I hear a lot of similarities

    • @eshanxv
      @eshanxv Před rokem

      why did you mention baden powell?

    • @bobibobik5903
      @bobibobik5903 Před 5 měsíci +1

      A lot of things are boroved for South American Jazz masters in modern HM, Rock and Pop music as well. Moreover the east Europe is amazing as well for rhythmic approach and midle east. To be honest i understand that this band came at right moment to be popular in the West but honestly nothing new is going on there, it's is just fusion of some part of the world music added with HM so the western kids love it ( i suppose that is the reason).

    • @literalantifaterrorist4673
      @literalantifaterrorist4673 Před 3 měsíci +1

      @@ayoo3970extremely heavily, yes

    • @Brian.A.Simmons
      @Brian.A.Simmons Před měsícem

      Di Meola was doing similar stuff in the 70's with the Return To Forever band. czcams.com/video/ucaPIJy4VNE/video.html

  • @robm3569
    @robm3569 Před rokem +87

    Agreed, the drummer is just spectacular. I only very recently found this band Polyphia and as you pointed out they're a great blend of metal n' pop. What's nice about this piece "Playing God" is that there are peaks and valleys to the composition whereas so often they're just in your face speed and agility. When I listen to one of their albums I need to take a break after a few tunes before I continue. I grew up on Steve Morse (and Rod Morgenstein) and he has the peaks and valleys composition down to a science, while also tearing off some amazing riffs.. I'm looking forward to exploring this band further. And thanks Michael for breaking this piece down a bit, it helps me wrap my mind around things. Play on.

  • @DoktorSick
    @DoktorSick Před rokem +34

    Same here man , You hear the guitar but the drummer is holding it down like a machine. Dude is excellent.

  • @cope357x9
    @cope357x9 Před rokem +48

    Polyphia just released a drum studio session for Playing God on their YT channel. For sure worth checking out!

  • @Nathdood
    @Nathdood Před rokem +335

    I love how you just pick up stuff. Musical talent right here. As good as these guys are, YOU are the shining star in these videos, my man

  • @donutstix22
    @donutstix22 Před rokem +83

    Your understanding of the music and ability to translate that to the audience is remarkable. I've been a huge fan ever since the GOAT video. Thank you for sharing your observations and introducing me to the world of composition.

  • @ericr91
    @ericr91 Před rokem +75

    I'm a guitarist and think the guitar playing is incredible, but my ears keep going to the drummer because he's absolutely amazing. It's just perfect.

  • @ChristianRose1
    @ChristianRose1 Před rokem +37

    As a guitarist, i can't stop admiring your own guitar, the color is stunning, and obviously the song itself, but that goes without saying. Great video! Entertaining and good comments on the composition for a first listen! Subscribed. You can absolutely see the joy and passion you have for music aswell just in your physical reaction and how you vibe with it, awesome!

    • @NicholasLeader0
      @NicholasLeader0 Před rokem +1

      I’m not a guitarist and I noticed it as well. Pretty!

  • @DESSERT_X
    @DESSERT_X Před rokem +19

    They know that very well! THIS is reason why they play guitars facing the drummer. In.Every.Single.Video.

  • @ObstructTheTide
    @ObstructTheTide Před rokem +209

    Even though they're instrumental, I really feel "vocals" in their music. The simple chord progressions make it really accessible to anyone like you said, but the drums accent those other super intricate moments that we focus less on normally and it makes you hone in on it. What a combo! Great video!

    • @siphy5829
      @siphy5829 Před rokem +6

      Right? That's one of the reason why Polyphia has a special place in my heart. Even though it is instrumental, all of them together makes for some kind of vocals that I don't feel with other music I listen to. I hope it's as clear as I imagine it in my head! Can't wait to go see their show in August!!

    • @Konfide4043
      @Konfide4043 Před rokem +1

      Thissssss

    • @pro-v7500
      @pro-v7500 Před rokem +7

      It’s because they actually have a top line melody weaved throughout the song. Typically, that’s the function of the vocals, the top line melody, which is also why guitar riff salad always ends up being garbage… never have a top line melody.
      Polyphia obviously knows how to write [good] songs, not just riffs and beats; regardless of it being instrumental or not.

    • @pro-v7500
      @pro-v7500 Před rokem +2

      @@KickflipGnasty good points about the accessibility and rhythmic template. To be clear I also consider AAL and TA in that tier of melodic content. While I don’t think of either of those bands as “noodly” neither, their approach to melodic themes does have the tendency to not sit on top (in my subjective opinion). Catchy melodies are called hooks for a reason, when they don’t sit on top it’s not as easy to latch on to. All great bands that do what they do very well.

    • @yrk-ij9gf
      @yrk-ij9gf Před rokem

      @@pro-v7500 i recognize AAL as animals as leaders, but who is TA referencing in your comment? sorry, not overly familiar with the genre.

  • @mrzachwright
    @mrzachwright Před rokem +18

    I love that you do all of this in one take. You don’t cut out the parts where you’re searching for the right words to say to express your excitement. It really reiterates just how much you love what you do.

  • @woolfel
    @woolfel Před rokem +15

    don't forget the bass. every piece ties it together and keeps the groove moving along. the song takes you on this wild journey and brings you back.

  • @Inflake
    @Inflake Před rokem +61

    I’m not even a pro guitarist or anything but listening to him explain about how “simple” the song really is and his entire thought process makes this video so good. I learnt a lot about music production and songwriting from this!

  • @TobyKBTY
    @TobyKBTY Před rokem +46

    I love Tim and Scott's playing, truly I do, but you hit the nail on the head: Clay (the drummer) is an absolute monster as well and such a joy to listen to. When he and Clay (their bassist. Yeah, funnily they share the same name haha) lock in it's also epic as well.

  • @ftlpope
    @ftlpope Před rokem +23

    Agree about the odd chords north of the equator but they are two-a-penny in Brazilian music and in fact, this could be mistaken for Brazilian fusion of the late 1970s.

  • @KMikeSavoy
    @KMikeSavoy Před rokem +14

    I absolutely love the fact that you see the entire band and aren't the traditional guitarist fanboy. Cause as front and center as the guitar is, it takes an entire band to make music that is this good. Each element is at the very least AS important as the lead, and often times truly make the lead good by doing their part correctly.
    Nice job.

  • @GottyDot
    @GottyDot Před rokem +21

    The second I heard this song I looked up your reaction to this! haha Glad to see you never disappoint!

  • @justinguitarcia
    @justinguitarcia Před rokem +76

    that B section sounds so much like those classic nintendo scores, which isnt a slight at all, those scores are immaculate, but I wouldn't be surprised if that was a source of inspiration. They've always sounded influenced by video game scores

    • @Guitargate
      @Guitargate  Před rokem +16

      Hell yeah they are!

    • @egdm1235
      @egdm1235 Před rokem +24

      "that B section sounds so much like those classic nintendo scores"
      That section is straight out of the Bossa Nova movement from 1950's Brazil, which influenced a lot of early Japanese gaming compositions.

    • @justinguitarcia
      @justinguitarcia Před rokem +5

      @@egdm1235 makes sense. The bossa/latin feel wasnt lost on me either but even beyond the harmony, structurally, aesthetically, tonally, etc has a very “video game” sound (in a really cool way). But thats fascinating, wasnt aware of that direct correlation. V cool

    • @egdm1235
      @egdm1235 Před rokem +7

      @@justinguitarcia Yeah. After the post-WWII economic collapse in Japan a large number of Japanese ended up in Brazil seeking work. (Even now, Brazil has the most Japanese outside of Japan.) There was a great deal of cultural import back the other direction.

    • @XmemphistoX
      @XmemphistoX Před rokem +2

      I thought to myself that I felt like I was in the Wii shop listening to the B section.

  • @stftea
    @stftea Před 8 měsíci +5

    his excitement when the drums starts ramping up shows how much he loves music as a whole, lovely

  • @deejaylelamma9904
    @deejaylelamma9904 Před rokem +7

    Your eargasms and reactions to Clay's playing is literally me. He really shines in this song. They also posted his playthrough. I think you'd love that haha

  • @Sephiknot666
    @Sephiknot666 Před rokem +36

    The band is on a different planet to everyone, rapidly becoming one of my most listened to bands... Even the whistling is hard as fuck to do, like c'mon -.-

  • @drewbuntoo
    @drewbuntoo Před rokem +32

    So glad to hear someone else remark over the drums. The melody is obviously incredible but I really think the drums tie this song together

  • @socks982
    @socks982 Před rokem +5

    i love you man, best attitude, vibe and knows his stuff. You're an absolute Legend.

  • @arnoldsherrill2585
    @arnoldsherrill2585 Před rokem +7

    This is the kind of music that gets in your head and spreads into your soul... I'm not a musician ., but I know music when it is speaking to me and this is like walking into a library and opening a book you've never experienced before

  • @tesla-spectre
    @tesla-spectre Před 8 měsíci +6

    The combination of Flamenco and Jazz is pretty mindblowing. And then the drums give it even a "third" angle.

  • @tactrix1h
    @tactrix1h Před rokem +35

    This was a spot on reaction, he has it so right, and here's my take on it. First thing is this band is a very rare combination of 4 people who are absolutely phenomenal at their instruments, now you might see a few others that have that but very, VERY rarely to this degree. This is like putting prodigies together that mesh well. Second, the reason why you hear the drums so heavily and then it's the guitar and the bass layers the melody to bring you back is because they know how to space it so perfectly, that you have just consistent progression after progression of interesting melodies layered on and off. If I were to write it out it would go like this, every other space is the melody, and every other space between it is the intricate part. This is also on purpose to make you hear something amazing, but not give you time to think about it before you move onto the groove.
    This is one of those songs that's put together so unbelievably well that you can listen to it for years and still not hear everything in it.

  • @spreklfreks
    @spreklfreks Před rokem +2

    Love how you spell this all out. Your communications skills and ability to explain it out in identifiable terms or concepts is outstanding. I find that your reactions and break-downs really help me identify elements that I knew where always there, but couldn't single out. Look forward to the next post!

  • @Phoenix-wh2sm
    @Phoenix-wh2sm Před rokem +19

    I am not a musician but I love instrumental’s and I love Polyphia as I loved Metallica and old classic rock… The drummer is killer… I concur

  • @corynrobinson
    @corynrobinson Před 10 měsíci +11

    I'm no music expert, but I can't even fathom how they came up and played that song. It's absolutely insane.

  • @kuanghenghwang5128
    @kuanghenghwang5128 Před 8 měsíci +4

    Just discovered Tim Hensen and his band Polyphia yesterday. Just discovered you today and bam everything you said in this video makes so much sense. As a non-musician, I instantly vibed with this song and couldn't explain why. All I knew was I liked the unexpected jazz chords and like you said, the drumming. T'was so good on the first listen, that I had to share it with both my musician friends and non-musician friends to get their thoughts haha

  • @iamgates7679
    @iamgates7679 Před rokem +1

    Thanks for uploading these in 2160p - really helps the audio quality. Your ability to sort this stuff out so quickly still surprises me :) Thanks!

  • @jleighwolfe
    @jleighwolfe Před rokem +5

    These are more breakdown/explanations than reactions and i LOVE ITTTT. Keep up the good work

  • @lambofmetallica
    @lambofmetallica Před rokem +8

    Seen a couple of your videos, and as a guitarist and solo musician for over 20 years, the way you explained that "instrumental bands are primarily for other musicians" is spot on. Sure, there is a select portion of non-musicians that enjoy it, but the majority don't.
    Polyphia have bridged that gap better than any other group I can even try thinking of, and I'm always stoked for a new release of theirs.
    Liked, and subscribed. Keep up the killer content, brother!

  • @chriseastin3300
    @chriseastin3300 Před rokem +4

    Honestly this is the best reaction across music types that I’ve seen. Everything you said made so much sense as to why my ear itches to hear more polyphia. I remember listening to goat at first waiting for the singer come in and a couple minutes later after the song was over I remembered there was no singer and that I was so drawn in that I completely forgot there wasn’t one. Amazing

  • @xeno7830
    @xeno7830 Před rokem +12

    I think I figured out what Michael means how the bass brings your ear around to tolerate the rest of the technical madness. It allows you to feel that madness instead of seeing it. It's awesome

  • @Probably_tryna_sleep
    @Probably_tryna_sleep Před rokem +20

    I love that the drums hook you, and then when you're in the groove, and you can feel what's coming next, and then it's not there!!!! Like when you're belting it out, and the cd hits a scratch and drops out, but you keep going. His drums make me feel like wiley coyote when he runs off a cliff, but doesn't realize he's not on solid ground lol. Clay knows that you "know" what he's going to do next, and then demonstrates that he knows what your thinking, by not doing what you expect, and it's perfect.... love your breakdowns of everything you do, and I hope someday you and polyphia get a chance to meet up and shoot the shit. Just film it if you do please

  • @jacklavalley8245
    @jacklavalley8245 Před rokem +5

    They released a playthrough of the drum part. You can watch it separately. Tim also did an "unplugged" version where he plays it acoustically

  • @connorisenberg2037
    @connorisenberg2037 Před rokem +5

    I LOVE your gesticulating when the drums get crazy and you don’t know what to say 😂 That’s exactly how I feel when I listen to them

  • @h2o1969
    @h2o1969 Před rokem +2

    This song popped up in my feed a week ago maybe. First time I have heard of Polyphia. I am now obsessed with it. Can't get enough of it. You pined it down. Accessable, and the drums. Then add in all the crazy stuff, and I'm hooked. Great video.

  • @John_in_SoDak
    @John_in_SoDak Před rokem +1

    Michael, your comment about the bass and the lift, HUGE insight for me to listening to all parts of the music and super appreciate that, and super appreciate everything else you do man, thank you. You truly do a great job and I appreciate you.

  • @timothyrikkers1504
    @timothyrikkers1504 Před rokem +3

    Thank you for posting these polyphia videos. You put words to aspects of their composition that the layperson can't formulate. Also the way you dissect and can emulate the chords and scales in a fleeting moment... Brings validity to your own talent as well as that of the artist. Kudos and keep it up!!

  • @michaelhignight1239
    @michaelhignight1239 Před rokem +3

    I've been studying music since 1981you she'd some light on somethings that I've had questions about for decades.thank you

  • @joeyburton1988
    @joeyburton1988 Před rokem +1

    His energy and enthusiasm in every video is so contagious. I love watching Michael's breakdowns.

  • @XThunderBoltFilms
    @XThunderBoltFilms Před rokem +1

    i prefer your reactions over so many other videos because you actually teach me things and help me appreciate it more.
    also you have a killer ear! took you 2 seconds to figure out the chords what the heck. amazing.

  • @EnvisionedBlindness
    @EnvisionedBlindness Před rokem +5

    You're the guitar teacher I wish I had 10 years ago. Never seen your stuff before but clearly a very adequate musician

  • @EscobarJP
    @EscobarJP Před rokem +8

    “Instrumentals - music for other musicians.” I’m no musician, but I love instrumentals far more than music with vocals, and I still agree with you. I’ve rarely come across anyone who isn’t a musician that enjoys instrumentals as much as I do.

  • @travv88
    @travv88 Před rokem +1

    I love how every aspect of their music is good. The guitars, the bass and the drums.

  • @WColeZPorter
    @WColeZPorter Před rokem

    Your extremely accurate description and breakdown of a piece like this (hit the nail on the head btw) really demonstrates your proficient skill as a musician and teacher.. im subscribing. Keep up the excellent work

  • @shadowproductions969
    @shadowproductions969 Před rokem +9

    that part near the 5 minute mark definitely reminds me of a Japanese fusion type song. reminds me of something you'd hear on Persona.
    the beginning of this song has a lot of similarities to goat but enough to be its own thing (especially the resolution sounding similar) Such wild chord combinations and so clean

  • @Abattoir3ach
    @Abattoir3ach Před rokem +11

    It would be neat to look back at Polypias beginnings such as “Finale”, where the drummer was absolutely hitting everything on point but from a musicianship sense it felt like he was “following” instead of “playing in sync with”. It’s very obscure but to see how the overall group developed to play with multiple musicians outside of themselves is fairly interesting. Might take a look since many of the vids you focus on the drummer guiding or being the root, whereas at least in my opinion the earlier days the drummer followed the guitarists.

  • @raininseptember
    @raininseptember Před 8 měsíci +1

    This was great to watch! I love how into it you are and how much you clearly appreciate it! Cheers!

  • @SonOfHylia
    @SonOfHylia Před rokem +1

    You blew my mind talking about that lift section 8 minutes in. It really does bring the listener’s ear back. I still consider myself an amateur when it comes to music composition but you broke it down beautifully. Great video, man!

  • @simpleasb
    @simpleasb Před rokem +8

    I think that this song mixes cultures built around acoustic nylon guitars, Spain and Brazil are clearly the most audible influences.

    • @grimble4564
      @grimble4564 Před rokem

      I think they did what they did cause it sounds cool

  • @shawnbarnesmusic2285
    @shawnbarnesmusic2285 Před rokem +10

    This is the greatest react ever!
    "It's B*TCHIN"
    LOL!
    Tim and the boys need to throw that on a t-shirt

  • @HeavyPilot83
    @HeavyPilot83 Před 2 měsíci

    I love how fired up you get when the drummer is doing his thing!

  • @nenebar4954
    @nenebar4954 Před 10 měsíci +2

    I love how you highlighted how insane the drummer is. He is on another planet.

  • @jamessmithjr6788
    @jamessmithjr6788 Před rokem +4

    Ever since I got into Polyphia, I've said, "I came for the 'Tim Henson', but stayed for the drummer". Such a beast. Straight iron fist in a velvet glove.

  • @lukebailey3023
    @lukebailey3023 Před rokem +4

    Earned ya self a sub dude, love this. Similar to Rick Beato you have a infectious enthusiasm and genuine authentic love for music and love how you can break the details and nuances down.

  • @ryanflake2407
    @ryanflake2407 Před rokem +1

    Best music reaction channel, hands down. I hope you do more stuff with this style of music in the future. Love the break downs! Keep it up, brother!

  • @markdaoust9537
    @markdaoust9537 Před rokem +1

    I absolutely love how you explain things. You put to words what my brain cannot when I hear one-of-a-kind songs like this.

  • @GiveSic
    @GiveSic Před rokem +3

    6:45 lmao dude that reaction was perfect.
    You were like "What was I saying about their damn drummer!? Exactly, this right here. I don't even need to pause you've got ears you hear it."

  • @LuisRdzG10
    @LuisRdzG10 Před rokem +4

    We are guitarists but we can recognize when the band has a good drummer. This guy is the perfect drummer for Polyphia, with perfect drum noises and arrangements when its needed. Maybe we all have a drummer inside or something.

  • @miljazarubica8629
    @miljazarubica8629 Před rokem

    Your videos are absolutely amazing and probably some of the most wholesome reactions i've heard/seen.

  • @Krizefugl
    @Krizefugl Před 3 měsíci

    Drums are the glue of a song. They often go unnoticed but they keep everything together and make stuff work.

  • @claudeman
    @claudeman Před rokem +6

    I have never been a fan of instrumental music but Polyphia just blows my mind

  • @FullmetalArborist
    @FullmetalArborist Před rokem +5

    The voicing and purposeful emphasis on all those leading tones that re-centers the theme is reminiscent of bach. As a violinist I've seen a lot of sonatas that have ridiculous embellishments and such, but the tonal theme is never truly lost.
    I appreciate your relatable breakdowns that don't get lost in technical jargon.

  • @colecarter1844
    @colecarter1844 Před rokem

    YO WHAT 🤯
    This has quickly become one of my favorite Polyphia songs, and I love that you reacted to it. Your take and translation on how these guys work is always so cool to listen to!

  • @sebastienmanique1911
    @sebastienmanique1911 Před rokem +2

    The way you react to the drummer everytime is great.

  • @speedking562
    @speedking562 Před rokem +6

    I would love to see you do a whole series of just polyphia songs. Greatly enjoy your insight/reviews and dissection of their playing.

  • @pswizzy2690
    @pswizzy2690 Před rokem +4

    I love that you give the time on guitar but you can tell you are vibin HARD on the drums lol

  • @rogoodwin1860
    @rogoodwin1860 Před rokem

    You get my vote Michael! Your reactions and technical breakdown of the videos are second to none. Excellent stuff. Many thanks.

  • @TheSlenderBassist
    @TheSlenderBassist Před rokem +1

    Scott and Tim are just so fluid, and both Clays hold that foundation down very well. This has renewed my passion for nylon strings, I used to own a Fender Nylon Strat and it had such a vibrant tone to it, straight bitchin’ no doubt with Polyphia🔥🤘🏻

  • @patrick1580
    @patrick1580 Před rokem +12

    Dude your ability to instantly recognize and replay some of these licks is super impressive

  • @Someone-gd5zx
    @Someone-gd5zx Před rokem +3

    I had always asked myself why I like tim Henson and Polyphia cuz I have no idea how guitar works. I see guitarists being all excited over it but Im far from understanding anything. I finally had an answer going through several just “ow” “wow” reactions. You had the best reaction and understanding of their songs I’ve seen so far. I also liked how your body were immersed in the rhythm and synced with the song. Thanks man!

  • @deerl0rd
    @deerl0rd Před rokem

    Oh man you remind me of my first guitar teacher just being so hype about every song I'd bring him to help me learn and just grooving with everything, I'm glad I found your channel that was nice

  • @ashkaash2486
    @ashkaash2486 Před rokem +2

    I love your reactions, u know what you are talking about and seem to really enjoy the process.

  • @MDCSYD
    @MDCSYD Před rokem +12

    So much beach vibe in this song… I could close my eyes and imagine being somewhere in Mediterranean….or Malibu…or wherever. Such Boss vibes!

  • @rmzzz76
    @rmzzz76 Před rokem +8

    The drummer in Polyphia always steals the show. He's just so good. The rest of the band are very talented too, but every time I'm listening to this band, it's usually not the guitar playing tickling my ears.

    • @supernoodles908
      @supernoodles908 Před rokem

      You should check out the drummer in covet. Forest is nuts

  • @HapticNoise
    @HapticNoise Před rokem +2

    Aeschliman really is the glue that holds the genius of everyone together and makes it cohesive. An absolute madman on the set, love seeing him get love

  • @secretarts
    @secretarts Před rokem +1

    I agree each member of this extrodinary group are beyond excellent, and they all respect each other's talent. Which makes it so much better than most groups. Much like Pentatonix acapella group, they understand that the other talents make their own sound so much better. I would love to see a development of their arrangement, it would be so informative to younger/newer players that you have to want the best person to play what part is better for their talent. Simplicity is the greatest proof of greatest players, I just love such wonderful talents when they preform.

  • @minnesodope3106
    @minnesodope3106 Před rokem +3

    Yeaaaa, were gunna need a Ego Death reaction.

  • @joaogabriels.f.5143
    @joaogabriels.f.5143 Před rokem +5

    this thing you asked at 4:48, is called "Bossa nova"

  • @LifeofRichh
    @LifeofRichh Před rokem

    I absolutely love how you appreciated the drumming and really took it in!

  • @jeremybradder8112
    @jeremybradder8112 Před rokem +2

    The DRUMS !!!!! I've been playing guitar for 30+ years. This drummer is on another level.

  • @Dreveryn
    @Dreveryn Před rokem +5

    4:02: am I the only one that sees a little Lindsey Buckingham in Tim here? Black suit jacket, classical acoustic electric hybid, crazy hair, otherworldly guitar skills, just jamming with that head bob. Everything about it screams Buckingham to me.

  • @williamzoom9200
    @williamzoom9200 Před rokem +10

    First time hearing this band, agree about the drumming. Clay seems to have studied Stewart Copeland well.

    • @whitenoise509
      @whitenoise509 Před rokem

      You may want to check out g.o.a.t. by the same artist. There is another reaction vid on this channel of that song, and is absolutely worth checking out if you like complex super tight arrangements.

  • @justinmiller9169
    @justinmiller9169 Před rokem

    Excellent analysis! I just subscribed. The part about them being technical and having an underlying solid foundation of predictable chord progressions is gold. It’s a good lesson for prog guitarists that want to go crazy on solos to remember that it’s all about the song and the shred is just the icing on top.

  • @felipetomaz1087
    @felipetomaz1087 Před rokem +1

    pretty common chords for brazilian guitar / bossa / samba at the whistle bridge. pretty good addition to their aesthetics since they love playing on top of beats. it created some lofi ish feelings