Okay so everything Starset does is part of a MASSIVE multimedia phenomenon storyline. It's extremely complex and very very convoluted, you'll spend more time learning about the meanings behind the meanings than listening to the music if you aren't careful. They have one of the best live shows I've ever seen complete with VR aspects and a meta narrative that interrupts their show. Dustin Bates is a literal genius and joked about alternating albums with new degrees. He has always been obsessed with space and was a professor at the International College of Space for a few years, so the songs are all extremely intelligent on top of mesmerizing to listen to
A really cool bit that Dustin does sometimes is he'll put a vocorder on his mic so he sounds super distorted like the albums for some of the live songs. They also tour with a live cellist and violinist
@@ChaseCarneson For sure, the electronic aspect of the shows means the sound mixing will never be perfect, but the show they put on is always mind-blowing
Manifest is from the new album and is one of their heavier songs in my opinion, if you want a cool song that lets Dustin flex his voice a lot, Everglow from Vessels is beautiful
Their videos are always great, as they consider themselves “cinematic rock” they even have a comic book and a novel based around their music which is commissioned by the “Starset society”. I’ve seen them live 4 times. Singer Has a huge transparent touch screen monitor that he uses for a lot of the distortion and ambient sounds. I’d definitely be interested in seeing you react to more from them. My personal favorite is Everglow.
I saw Starset warm up for Shinedown in London a couple of years ago. I was very impressed with how they translated their ultra-processed sound into a live performance. They (I think 4 band members) had cool space costumes on and had a massive LED screen with visualisation behind them to complement the music. I'm not a massive fan of theirs, but I can appreciate what they do.
The strings are two members of the band, one being cello, the other violin. As far as their concept, they're a lore band, so each song on their albums writes a story of sci-fi, they also do small texts before, during, and after releasing a new album to help explain their musical 'journey'. The lead singer has a PhD in avionics engineering and a masters in electrical engineering. He was asked by NASA to assist in creating new tech, but turned it down to become a musician full time.
Starset! I have been following them from even before their first album came out. I so enjoy these reactions and I indeed hope you will listen to more songs from Starset!
You know man I usually can't stand when people pause 20 times throughout the song but I gotta hand it to you. You know your stuff and I definitely respect that. Every time you stopped to talk you had something to say and not just nonsense for the purpose of breaking up the song. Overall, really enjoyed brother.
Is nice to see you reacting to them. I spent many hours listening to Starset at work. Love their concept of space and is beautifully done every time. You should try more of their old songs. Some of them: My demons It has begun Telescope Let it die
Another new one to me, thanks! I just looked them up--they are basically the brainchild of one guy, as you surmised, who does all the writing and most of the singing. He created a fictional backstory for the band and everything they do fits into that concept. Sort of like Poppy, though a completely different genre of music.
Starset songs always have this science fiction thread throughout. And Dustin’s voice is incredible, especially since you can see how it’s improved if you compare something from album 1 to something from the most recent album (#3). Next I recommend you check out My Demons, their most popular song I dare say. Anyway, I just found your channel while looking for a Nightwish Tarja-era reaction and I LOVE your analyses on both songs (Wishmaster and Ricochet). Have you reacted to Epica yet btw? It’s symphonic metal, not rock like Starset. I recommend Once Upon a Nightmare and Cry for the Moon if you’re interested! Also, subscribed! Will definitely be checking out more of your videos ^-^
Great reaction!! Hope you do more from them. And if you check out a live performance, I would recommend one from this year. They have put in a lot of work and have gotten significantly better live than they were a few years ago.
Ooh, I loved your take on Starset. I would love to see more of your reactions to their music, My Demons was their breakthrough single, Manifest was their lead single on their newest album, any of them would be cool to see you react to.
I'm nicely surprised to see a reaction video for this band as they are not part of the revolving bands in the reaction community, but deserve more attention. Just like the band, I would humbly suggest - IMMINENCE (The song Erase is a good start). Isn't it tempting to have metalcore band, violin, and meaningful lyrics packed in one? I really enjoyed this review as you always show so much attention to the structure and details of the song!
I really didn't like it at first, but it grew on me really quickly once I started getting a feel for the theme in the song. Definitely going to check out more
Hey Chase, had you on in the background. Your commentary made me go back and watch the video. After watching the video, man this one punches you in the feels. Nice reaction.
Seemingly simple song but the way it layers in is very deceptive and intricate in it's own right. Really solid listen, hard to imagine them not having a larger following... So accessible.
Ah, I'm so happy you're listening to Starset. I moved on from them a couple years ago, but they have such a cool sound. As always, your analysis is very thorough. Keep up the good work!
I know this song has been out for a while, but it randomly came up on my phone the other day and I had to go back to rewatch the video. Came across your reaction on the side, and just gotta say I LOVED it. I love this song, the layers, the video is amazing...the buildup towards the end gives me goosebumps. +1 subscriber to check out your other reviews, Chase! Cheers!
Second (or third, based on some others below) for Manifest. I strongly suspect that you'll like it! Probably Solstice and Stratosphere, too...hell, Starset is one of my favorite bands so if I don't watch myself I'm going to recommend their whole catalog!
Another great reaction and a band I've never heard so thank you! Was surprised to hear something like this on your channel as it's not all that similar to others you've reacted to. For something a little different, could I recommend "Routine" by Steven Wilson (of Porcupine Tree fame)? There's a live version at the Royal Albert Hall featuring Ninet Tayeb which is really powerful. In my opinion it deserves the kind of technical breakdown that you excel at. Hope you get around to it :)
I'm impressen how uch information you are able to process on every layer, lyrics, instumenal and the story of the video. I always watch something like 3 time if it's something like this at least ^^" Great, I like to listen to your explanations :)
Thank you for this. I guess I've just spent a lot of time writing and in studio which helps you kind of dig a little deeper into some of background. Appreciate the support.
You should react to Reptile by Periphery. They’re progressive metalcore/djent, so they’ve got a lot of cool things rhythmically and melodically going on. Reptile being, imo, a culmination of all the things they excel at, wrapped up one 17 minute song. Highly recommend it.
Hoe Gaan Dit, my brother. Starset is a band that you can not take at face value....There is a message in every song and every video....I would suggest you read their book, called 'The Prox Transmission' and then listen to their debut album 'Transmissions'...You have jumped well ahead of what the band is trying to do. Take a few steps back, do some research on the band and their message....It will all start to make sense. I COULD explain it, but then I'm only a second party.
Ricochet is my least favorite Starset music. It's interesting tho because Starset is the only band/artist that I don't have songs that I skip in any of their albums. I love Ricochet and never skip, it's just that it's the weakest track for me (tho many love it). I would suggest Frequency or Where The Skies End for a better understanding what Starset is doing with their music. Their blend with electronic synths and heavy distorted riffs are quite like Alternative Rock but with much more heavy approach. They also have (especially first album) cinematic elements like heavy strings and pianos which is why they call themselves Cinematic Rock. Many people told you about the lore and stuff so I'm passing that. I believe there are far better (especially interestingly composed) tracks by them and hoping you get to cover more later on! Thanks for the reaction.
@@ChaseCarneson Thanks for replying, but not necessary. I was just posting a comment because it makes you more easily findable or recommended on RU-vid. 😀
This peaked my interest enough for me to go give a quick listen to a couple other songs. I love the electronic sound, but idk, it has this "boy band" feel. Maybe I've just been listening to too much Devin, so everything is just falling short in comparison. Lol
