Personally, I really enjoy the videos where you're enthusing rather than just reacting to whatever is trending. It's partly what makes this channel the unique, especiale thing what it is.
Please interview these guys at some stage. This is one of the best albums I’ve ever purchased in my life. I cannot live without their music. I am thankful for your initial introduction to these guys. They are brilliant. I’m obsessed. Their musical talent is huge but their voices are equally as beautiful. I agree 100% about Church Bells!
having the same problem bro. since 2018. cant believe these guys..i know they are very influenced by music from 60s,70s but they are also one of the best pop musicians ive heard in a long time.
The look on your face as you are listening to Church Bells is wonderful. I inadvertently discovered the Twigs thru another band you reviewed and I am so thankful to you! I’ve seen them 6 times since last year and they absolutely incredible. I mentioned Dan’s story about meeting them to Michael. He totally remembered the meeting and was very appreciative of Dan’s chat. Those brothers have to be the most under the radar band of this decade. I’m so fortunate to be seeing them in small venues, but I fear it won’t last!
Glad to hear you're still into The Twigs. They really are great. Also one of the best live bands out there. The band with my 2 favourite guitar players and my 2 favourite drummers...
Basically listening to the Lemon Twigs in loop since months. Never get bored as it's always unfolding, revealing surprising details, like a giant flower.
I'm here to watch you, Justine Hawkins, not what the algorithm is promoting. No matter what the analytics say, videos made with enthusiasm will always be better content than videos made just to chase clicks. You rock! Never change!
It's also a breathtaking experience to hear professional musicians like JH to analyse their music in such a nuanced manner and with great passion too! Thanks for doing this so more people understand that they are far more sophisticated than just a retro band.
Love your hair style and hair color. Look forward to your reviews. You put a different perspective on it that makes me want to check out whoever you're reviewing. Thank you for being you.
Aw, thank you for a third Twigs video, Justin. When it comes to the Twigs, you needn't worry about one person watching. They are beloved and have one of the nicest and strongest and most inclusive fanbases I've ever seen. I think it's a testament to the boys themselves, who they attract, how they were raised, etc. You had to have listened to "Never Know" from the Go To School album? Brian duets with Todd Rundgren on that one. Their mom sings harmony. I love seeing you appreciate all the little details. There's an abundance of that in their music. My favorite track on that album is "Pepperment Roses." Love that psychedelic Strawberry Alarm Clock mixed with Hard Day's Night era Beatles influence. Such nice words about their album. They deserve it all, everything. If they release an album any given year, that's the album of the year.
Yes!!!!!. It’d be simple to state that the Twigs were channeling the Kinks & the Beatles but… but it’s so much more than echos of the past & hell, if you’re going to have influences (everyone does) it surely helps to have impeccable taste. The craft of songwriting on display is a match for the influence, the musicianship’s as good also, the production, mix, arrangement… all of its absolutely killer. There has always been bands inspired by decades of music that came before but for me the Twigs stand out because rather than attempt to be one band they distill everything from those eras, The Zombies, Big Star, The Beach Boys, The Beatles etc etc & what comes out after going through them has the ingredients of those bands but the songs are unique. Absolute genius, painfully underrated, so pleased to see you taking the time to release a really wise & passionate take on something you like, for your channel, more of that, this & the episode you did on the Cardiacs have been my favourite two, lesser known bands appraised by someone that can really convey how & why they matter. Brilliant ❤
Great video and extra shout-out from this Twigs fan for guessing the ‘mandolin’ part correctly. They confirmed in an interview that it is indeed a 12-string guitar, with the bottom EQ’d out. Sounds so much like a mandolin to me! Gorgeous stuff.
i love the way that you breakdown the song into its component parts. i bought a noisy clan decoder and all of a sudden my vocal lines lyrics have taken on different paths. and yet you are able to add insight and clarity. gawd bless ya guvnor.
I love hearing you talk about new (to me) artists as you’ve got great taste. Thanks for not sticking to what’s commercially popular as I can’t stand most of it. Also I love your hairstyle and the colour. You’re looking fantastic Justin. Healthy and happy 😊
Wow! Idles set the bar so high💥...I'll have to check this album out too 👍 Thank you, Justin...and don't worry, we love JHRA, but it can wait. You should do longer tours with The Darkness!!! Tour through the entire Universe!!!🔥🎶🎶🎶 ❤️
Thanks for the heads up on this! Love it, and Sparks is one of my all time faves, got to see them in Philly last year but hoping Lemon Twigs are going to be on tour somewhere near me soon.
So happy I found your channel! I really enjoy The Darkness and hearing your take on music as a whole is awesome. I'd love to hear your thoughts on the new Fit For An Autopsy song "Hostage"
My daughter and I've seen them live and were able to meet them. They put on an excellent show and were very gracious. They are talented musicians that deserve major success! Check out their whole catalog, you'll be impressed.
Saw the Lemon Twigs live in Northampton MA. Best concert in a long time! All thanks to your first review of their song, “As long as we’re together”. Thank you!!! They are awesome!
Wow, thank you, another band for me to listen to and enjoy. Hadn’t heard them before until you showed off their music. Thanks again. Looking good Justin 🤘
Justin - I will say, you make me smile. I was having a bad morning and watching this video elevated my mood. Thanks for that. Oh, the Lemon Twigs are on back order at my local record shop. No doubt because of this video.
You have good taste Sir. LOVE The Lemon Twigs for about 7-8 yrs. So fun and I am here today because when I am blue? The Lemon Twigs Live...make me feel happy again. xo The Darkness are pretty GREAT too.
Def seems a sonic reboot: Lenon's lead vocal timbre? Paul's bass tone? Ring-ringo's (the) bell cymbal sounds? Paul's harmonic vocal timbre? Georges lead guitar tone? Good musicianship music combining fashions of old under a semblence of being new? Where's the sonic suspense? intrigue? surprise? The emote to connect to... M
Hey Justin thank you for your love for music. You made me discover amazing músic and one of my fave bands ( bad nervess❤❤❤) you are light and love. Thanks!
Well I’ve never heard of them but am here watching as it’s u and I love ur videos and am always wanting to learn info about new music 😊😊❤❤❤❤❤ ps u loooook so bloody gorgeous 😊
Thanks for another Twigs video, Justin. I ADORE their music and yes I'm not ashamed to say I have often cried at the sheer beauty of the tunes, lyrics, vocals and harmonies. They are the whole package.
Your hair looks fkin amazing man. Glad you're turned onto the Lemon Twigs. They have that flash that sparks a glimmer of what you have. It's pretty fantastic, and so are you. Cheers! PS I need your haircare regimen! Please help a brother out!
Great video Justin!!! Ive never commented on any of your videos but I've seen many of them!!! You are beyond interesting to listen to. Quick side note and fan-boying out a bit, but me and my mom used to sing The Dakness' music all the time when i was a young teen. You guys were one of our go to bands. I believe in a thing called love will forever remind me of her. We loved the video and the song. Thank you for being so cool, talented, and funny Justin. You're a hell of a guy.
I’ve seen these two live twice now and I have loved them both times. They pull what was good about the past and make it new without making it derivative. Hope for more success with the two brothers
I love the LT, you switched me on to them years ago with your channel and last week in Leeds i met them after the gig and told them i saw them first on JHRA....then a week later you met up with them. Small world
Love your JHRA videos. And I also adore how many of my mates and random people I've met that listen to your podcasts also!! 😁 Whenever you upload them, we will be there ready to listen with an open heart and eager ears. We appreciate you because you don't follow a bog standard approach, nor follow a hype etc, you cover things that please you and that's what makes your efforts genuine and an utter joy to listen to. You're a 70s kid ❤️ grew up through the three best eras, for music and humour/personality 😁 and that shines through in everything you do. Just keep doing as you're doing, it's mega!! 🎉🎸❤️
I love your break-downs of songs, genuinely one of the most interesting music reactors on RU-vid. Dont worry about how frequent the content is, I'll still watch it 😂. If you get a moment, id love to see your reaction to Karnivool - Change (Love from heath ledger theatre). Such a complex band, and the vocalist is excellent. And the song has a didgeridoo in it!
Justin, I too have just become obsessed with this band. Thanks for adding some of your musical insights to why. Sometimes I don't know what it is but I know when I am hearing brilliance. Your comment about "protein rich" with no fat beautifully describes their music, as great literature uses minimal words to elucidate a complex idea.
Oh, nice classic jean jacket. I miss your videos, but I am really happy things are going so well for The Darkness these days. How can anyone be mad about that! 🙂
Hi Justin, I always love your review … as a Frenchman (and huge fan of Morrissey), it gives me a great light on rock and pop from an expert … but i have to say thank you so much for this review … i didn’t know the Lemon Twigs at all … and what a shock !!! I had not that much in my musical life … but this one is huge !!!! Thanks to you, I’m a fan of them… discovering their songs with admiration and a smile on my face 🙏🙏🙏 ❤
Thank you for highlighting the unrivalled talent of the Lemon Twigs. Their albums just get better and better. I had a similar reaction when I heard this. I literally cried with joy! Their complex and sophisticated melodies, harmonies and arrangements combined with their sweet voices create a happy retro vibe for the listener. They are musical geniuses! Their music makes the world a better place.
But you know we're not here to be force-fed by the algorithm, instead we're here to see what you've got to offer. And thank you for talking about The Lemon Twigs, great record and fantastically crafted tune
They are ridiculously talented singers, songwriters and musicians and can literally do not wrong in my eyes. They also put on one of the best live shows I have seen. Every album is unique and takes you on a different journey. They deserve every success that is coming to them!
Thanks Mr. Hawkins! For this truthful review. I've been following this band for a long time. I recommend you to watch their recent performance at the Primavera Sound in Barcelona, with a flawless Beach Boys cover at the end of the set. Greetings!
It’s truly a fantastic song. And that bridge, that bridge, building to, I guess, the climax of the song. Loved it the first time and love it every time.
My cousin has this amazing high speed boat and a cabin in Norway. We blasted Def leppard and darkness while being in paradise at 40 knots before and after your recent show in Bergen which we attended for free. Love on the rocks is the coolest darkness song. Hit and run or ring of fire leppard best. Women cool as well.
I listen to a lot of stuff from the radio station WFMU and The Lemon Twigs have become sort of a favorite there...for good reason! Not too long ago, they played a show in Jersey and ended with a cover of "Good Vibrations." It was just mind-blowing. Love these guys!
I like how Justin gets enthused about music and explains what is going on in a way that non musicians like me can understand. You'd be a great teacher I reckon! Never heard of the Lemon Twigs the melody and lyrics remind me of Pet Sounds but the guitars come in and sound different and take it in a new direction.
The Lemon Twigs are absolutely one of the greatest bands of the past decade. It never ceases to amaze me how much each song of theirs is packed with detail and full of surprises - their songs always go in directions you'd never predict! They're coming to my town this month and I can't wait to see them!
The Lemon Twigs unironically rejuvenated my love for music. They capture the feel of older music so accurately and they are genuinely some of those most talented and multifaceted artists working right now.
The Twigs have gotten better and better. I'm a huge fan and I often feel defensive when they're described as pastiche because they're really producing some of the most incredible music that could rival some of the work they're often compared to. When the new album came out I went on a walk to listen to it and I cried when I heard Church Bells for the first time. Thanks for the analysis, Justin!
I enjoyed your video about the Hives! Can you please do an analysis of The Bravery's black and white music video for Honest Mistake? Shout out from Texas!
I am not sure whether this impression that I’m going to give is based to an extent on the title of this song or not, but I do get a kinks vibe on this song. The kinks wrote a song called. I think ring the bells. It might’ve been a Dave Davies composition. I forget I have to go back and check. Anyway I think you are right Justin to say that there’s not an ounce of fat on this two minute song and that alone I think stand out this age and stands out in a very positive way. I tend to so far their previous album better than this one, but this one also is very good, and this song in particular is one of the standouts. Thanks for reviewing it. Awesome.
JH, your videos are fantastic and I love watching them. But I'm not going to watch the same 10 videos over and over again. A new Darkness album, on the other hand, will provide many years of enjoyment. So if it is a toss up between this channel and the album, then a short hiatus from YT won't be the end of the world ❤
As a drummer, may I suggest lowering your crash an inch or two? Or conversely, raising your ride? This way, you’ll shorten the distance between the two, quickening your reflexes and making the overall cymbal setting more ergonomic for you and the viewing public. Love the content - Love the LT’s. Thanks and cheers!🤘
Amazing video! I love finding new bands and artists and this is a great example. I would love to see you review a track by 'Unpeople' (New british rock band formed from the ashes of 'Press to Meco') any track will do they're all great 😊
I’m so pleased you like the Twigs , I discovered them by accident and didn’t look back they sound amazing . They remind me of the Byds and Jellyfish and sound authentically from the 60’s with a modern slant . Excellent👌🏻👍🏻
