Hiatus. 

It's always a good thing when people decide to prioritize their own health and well being over pushing out content out of a feeling of obligation. Take all the time you need man

Polyphonic is the gold standard of what RU-vid content can be. Thanks for your hard work, attention to detail, and for sharing these stories with us Best wishes and hope to see you again soon! 🙌

It's understandable why you're taking one. Rest up, Poly, you need it.

Good luck dude, I always recommend this channel as the best in music essays on RU-vid. Its a shame RU-vid seems to ignore this kind of stuff

The copyright issues are insane. Take a break and come back when you’re feeling it again ❤

Creators like you are why I'm on Nebula. Take the time you need, and thank you for the stellar work, Poly.

Your dark side of the Moon video really gave me my and mom so much joy! That is a favorite band I inherit from her and my dad. Hearing the songs with the visual and story behind it literally made us cry. Really really bums me out to hear it got taken down

You are one of the highest quality RU-vid channels on here. I’ll miss you, and good luck with your future projects

Damn. Going to miss you. I've even watched videos about artists I don't care about because I love your videos so much.

it's genuinely sad for me, you are one of the few true creators on youtube and my main source for deep analytic videos on music. Every time your video was out I immediately watched it. Your take and your STUNNING VISUALS are a breath of fresh air in this sea of thrash content that seems to start dominating this platform. But I understand that you need this as a creator, and I will be looking forward to your comeback!

Your work has been a true inspiration. I am a high school music teacher and I’m teaching about subtext - I used your videos on Hotel California, Bohemian Rhapsody, and Mr. Tambourine Man. Your content has always been of the highest level, and you will leave a massive hole in the Music Analysis community on RU-vid. Good luck, and thank you for everything you’ve done.

I watched this on Nebula last evening. I love your content, and I can't wait to see you back when (or if) you're up to it!

Copyrights are the cancer of music. Keep going strong, believing in yourself and do take a rest. You’re a brilliant creator and your videos always make me really happy and they actually make me know myself. For example, you’re the reason I got into Joni Mitchell and Don McLean among other artists. The content you already have I can always watch again and again. 😌🙏❤️ I’m super happy I watched the full episode of DSOTM before it got taken down. That is a real banger of a video.

I want to thank you for making me understand and comprehend depths of music and thus myself that I would have never understood had I not discovered the blessing that your channel is. Thank you!

Thank you so much for this body of work. I’ve gotten so much enjoyment out of every single one of the videos you’ve uploaded. I truly appreciate your art and the time and effort you’ve invested. Can’t wait to see what comes next.

this has been one of the most informative and entertaining channels ive found just glad theres alot of your content to watch goodluck on the new roads ahead and thank you for the amazing content from the past and hopefully future

Your channel is one of my favourites here on RU-vid, the way my knowledge and understanding of music and my own taste has been expanded sooooo much and that's all thanks to you! Take the time you need, we'll be here 💜

I love and have followed your channel that has INCREDIBLE views and content for a few years now! You have some of the best and most inspirational videos I've seen on RU-vid! Take a break but don't go away too long. Your Pink Floyd videos have been so amazing and especially since they're my favorite band! You're amazing and keep being amazing and keep evolving!

I absolutely love this channel! Your stories and views on the music I love, have enthralled me (yes, visuals too). Your videos have enabled me to dig deeper into the old genres I adore, discovering deep cuts and more about the lives of the artists. They made me love the songs I'm familiar with even more and get to listen to them with a new perspective, giving me that magical first time feeling (and that is invaluable!). Your videos on Dark Side of The Moon urged me to go listen to the whole album the way it should be listened to and I was so hooked on it, that it was my top album of 2023. Music has a huge role to play in my life and Polyphonic has had a significant impact on my love for and exploration of music, so I will deeply miss your videos while you're gone! RU-vid is pretty unfair and frustrating for creators and I would love to purchase a Nebula subscription but it can only be bought with USD as far as I know and we have a different currency here in India. Can that be sorted by any chance? Anyway, keep doing what you love and take care! Lots of love from India

I love your video. They always brighten my days.

Man you got some of the best quality videos i have ever seen on RU-vid! Take your time while we rewatch your stuff!

Thank you so much for your work. I have discovered some many great albums and artists through your channel

Dude take as much time as you need. This channel is amazing, and all your fans want the best for you

Your channel introduced me to some awesome songs and artists and made me fall deeply in love with some I already knew. Take as much time as you need, it's not easy being as artist in a setting such as youtube but you've managed to make something truly great. Looking forward to your comeback!

Thank you! I love that I got to see your videos. Best of luck in everything you do and keep creating!

I watch your stuff over on THE OTHER PLATFORM but wanted to say a huge thank you for your videos - and wish you all the best. I'll definitely be looking out for your new projects but do look after yourself, and thank you again

You are a master at your craft. Thank you for introducing me to music I haven't heard and giving me something more to think about in regards to music I already know (and in many cases love). May your hiatus find you fully refreshed and re-energized.

Thanks for the quality of content you’ve made. This is by far my favorite music channel and one of my favorite channels regardless of category. What ever the future holds for the channel I’ll be looking forward to that next chapter.

Thanks for everything you've made so far. You've introduced me to more music than I can say and showed me the joy of understanding its history. I hope whatever you do next brings you joy ❤

Thanks for all the amazing videos. I'll definitely be following your other work, I'd love to see a feature documentary sometime in the future!

I’ve always been excited to see your newest videos come up, and always looked forward to seeing more. Sad to see you go… thanks for all your hard work, and will keep fingers crossed for more projects in your future.

I discovered your channel maybe a year or two ago, and fell in love not only with the content but the stunning visuals. I will miss you while you're gone, but do what you need to do to be the best human you can be. Until then, cheers.

Thanks for making such good Polyphonic videos. Take all the time you need.

Looking forward to your updates and whatever comes next!

Thank you. You are one of the reasons I got into music, and this channel is one of the only places where I feel the music I listen to is actually appreciated and understood, so take as long a break as you need; you absolutely deserve it.

I've been watching for a few years now. You've provided us so much cool knowledge and so many cool songs and bands to listen to. Take care and enjoy your hiatus

I hope you read this. Christmas is coming and it reminds me of that melancholic Christmas of 2021 when I had to spend alone to not risk my mom's health (we didn't have the vaccine back then). Your video on Joni Mitchell's "River" was a breath of fresh air for me, it eased some of the pain, and also made me connect even more with an artist, album and song that I already loved (I'm not a native English speaker). Polyphonic became my favorite musical channel from then, got me more connected with the music I love (Dark Side of the Moon is my all time favorite album, I have it even tattooed), and also presented me with reliques of music I didn't know about. So yes, you fulfilled the mission you chose with honors. And if you think you need a break, we'll all be here supporting you and patiently waiting for more bits of this incredible work you do. You deserve it. Cheers from Brazil, cheers from Daniel.

Thank you for alle the great videos! They really resonated with me and showed me new music, that I care deeply about now. Your work impacted the lives of many. Thank you for it!

Love your work! Your videos are amazing and stand out clearly above the rest. Such amazing creativity and craftsmanship. You have so much to say that I want to hear. Thank you for the many hours of enjoyment. All the best to you Polyphonic! Recharge and follow your heart.

This Chanel is incredible and I’m so glad to have been here for the journey. Good luck. Can’t wait for the next chapter. ❤

Mission accomplished. Since I saw your video about The Thin White Duke, every time I listen to Station to Station (which is quite often) I think of the images you created for that video. So whether you come back next month, next year or next decade, I hope you keep making great content. And if you don't come back, at least we've all enjoyed for a while and have a great backlog to keep watching (which I also do quite often).

thanks for all the great though provoking essays, stay awesome out there

Love this channel and the balance of artistry, dense knowledge, and eloquence you’ve brought to the space. Hope your break gives you everything you need❤️‍🔥

Absolutely love your work, best of luck in whatever you do!

Thanks for all that you have offered over the years. Your quality is what attracted me to your channel. And of course my love of music. I have, highly recommended your channel to people and will continue to do. Your craft has been etched and scribed in the pantheons of my memory, to live on with the likes of The Ongoing History Of New Music, Classic Albums, and Canadian t.V. Shows like, The Secret Rail Road. Thanks.

My favorite channel on RU-vid! Can’t wait to hear what comes next. Been loving axe to grind. Thanks for the great videos and as my grandpa always said - don’t let the music die in you!

Thank you so much for enriching my experience in music. You have taught me so much I have never known before because I love music too. I really enjoyed your storytelling. If I wanted to know more about music, you're the first thing that pops into my head. So good luck on your time away and I hope you do more great things that fulfill you. :)

Thank you for the work you've done. I have thoroughly enjoyed it, and always look forward to your content.

Thank you so much for your work Poly. My dad and I discovered you with your Bonzo video and have thoroughly enjoyed all your projects since. They've been very cool on their own, but have also sparked conversations between us that lead us to a deeper understanding and appreciation for works we originally shied away from. So thank you. Enjoy the break, we'll be eagerly awaiting your return.

your videos are so amazing and it's been such a honor to be viewer of them - sending good energy that this hiatus revives you with clarity & ease to properly execute what you want to put into the world. 💗✨

Thank you sharing this the way you did. It touched me and I relate so much with the struggle you've had with the platform. Thanks for starting your channel. ❤❤❤

Hey Polyphonic! Just wanted to say that I love your channel and your videos are really engaging from a video essay point of view. It's something I absolutely LOVE because you commit to the format every time and your style is top notch. I hope you have a great break (well deserved imo) and are able to still find joy in making videos despite YT's bs!

You will be missed! Your content keeps me enthralled and often introduces me to new, incredible music. Thank you!

totally understand take the time you need, gonna miss you releasing videos, hate to see artist/creators go or experience this through the years. but again i totally understand. thank you for sharing your work to us, and opening up more doors for me to discover and connect to music. good luck to you poly. cheers.

Thank your very much. It has always been a pleasure watching your content. Excited to see of what's to come in other projects you are involved in

I really love your videos! I am very grateful for all of them. I don't want to make you feel guilty for anything you will or won't do from now on, but I still want to be supportive of the choices you've made so far, I don't think your videos are inadequate, if anything maybe the platform is. Good luck and have fun!! ^^

Just saw this, somehow. Long time fan, and just wanted to say take your time as your mental health is the most important thing. Thanks for everything you have done!

I hope the break from videos reinvigorates you. Your vids are artful, thoughtful, and informative, and I'm glad for what you've made so far. I look forward to seeing what you come back with when you're ready.

Thank you so much for some of the best content on YT. My family and I have so enjoyed your videos, your thoughtful analysis and your wonderful storytelling. I hope to see you back in time. But in your time.

The time and care that you put into your work definitely shows. That’s why you make some of my favorite content on here. When you return I’ll be here for the Polyphonic 2.0 era as well.

Thank you for always getting my Saturday mornings (Australia) on a great start. Catch you next time!

I wrote sort of an appreciation paragraph about your channel a while back around when I first found Polypohonic, and I feel like this is the perfect video to comment it on: You have one of the best story-teller, documentary style videos I've ever seen (if not the best). You've made me think more about the world around me through your view point, descriptions, and in depth analysis speeches about topics. I love the way you ingulf the audience with the way you speak and how your visuals describe the exact story you are telling without being too much on the eyes or too bland and boring. Thank you for your channel, I appreciate the way you remind us about the world without being too opinionated or over complicated. Thanks again. - Jev Geek I may not be the best at writing, but I still mean every word. I hope you find what you're looking for, thanks for everything.

Thank you for all the great videos and your unique voice. Take care of yourself. You entertained me and taught me things. I appreciate it.

Undeniably one of the *BEST* channels I've ever stumbled upon in all my 13+ years of daily youtube watching For all the knowledge and entraining content, and from the bottom of my heart, Thank You!

I just discovered your channel a few days ago and I wanted to say... THANK YOU POLYPHONIC!!! I am absolutely enthralled with your amazing, thoughtful, and exceptionally well made music videos and documentaries. Beautiful graphics as well. From a fellow music lover... your content is Stellar. 🤩Wish you well. I'll be enjoying and sharing your videos and look forward to seeing what you do in the future!

You have truly touched my life Noah. Absolutely love your content and visuals. Nebula viewing of your work is much, much better. 👍🏼 Thank you for all you do. Take a well deserved rest 😊

You have certainly been a big part of enhancing my appreciation of music and your love for the craft of video really shows, I always want to be sure to be actively watching your stuff because the visual is so good. Was very glad we were already on Nebula while the guitar solos series has been dropping. Will be very happy to see what you continue to do not creating under so much pressure, you deserve a break!

Hey Polyphonic, as ever, a great video by you. I too recommend your channel to my music friends and have shared many links to your contents. I, as I'm sure millions of others, will miss you. Take care, and I look forward to seeing you on the other side!

Consistently one of the best written and edited music channels on the platform. Always liked your interpretations and art style. All the best and good luck!

greetings from Mexico. It's always good to let some aspects of our lives go, the ones that matter always seem to keep popping up, so here's to many happy returns, and thank you for all the hours of intense emotional experiences you have brought us. Be well.

Thank you for teaching me a lot about music. I hope it's not a farewell but see you in a while. Gracias maestro!

Gonna miss you I have thoroughly enjoyed every single video of yours. I remember stumbling upon your video about what makes Jimi Hendrix such a good guitarist in high school and it introduced me to the guitar god. Thank you Polyphonic !!

Thanks for all the great content and curating this wonderful museum of sorts. I think the hiatus will propel you to greater things.

I'm really going to miss this. I absolutely understand the "why" and completely empathize. I will continue to rewatch and be a fan. Thank you for everything you have put out there!

you have been a true insperation and motivation in my life, thank you for all the work you do, and take all the time you need to get to where you need to be. whatever your doing when you get back, ill be happy to watch.

Hay man, have a good break. We will be here ready for your return. Like your younger self, some will move on, but the world has changed. I'm sure when a future polyphonic video pops up in the subscription feed many will return. I am excited for whatever you have brewing for nebula. I really enjoyed seeing the full cuts of guitar solo on there. Have a good holidays season and see you in the new year.

Your work is f#king amazing and absolutely necessary. Thank you for all your dedication.

Thanks for your incredible content Poly, you are a truly master of filmography and excellent music taste, you Will be missed! Greetings from Bolivia!

One of my all time favorite RU-vid channels and the primary reason I've been a Nebula subscriber from the beginning. I hope whatever projects you take on next give you a fraction of the satisfaction watching your videos has given me. Best of luck!

Thank you for all you have done and do. Words cannot express what your content has done for myself and so many others.

Take the time you need. We'll be here. Thanks for sharing all of the amazing work you've made so far. RTJ 👊 is a favorite. Learned a ton about the history I never knew about blues, jazz and rock.

Thank you so much for all you've made so far. As a designed/illustrator and passionate music fan, I've greatly enjoyed your videos. The marriage of content, visuals and length are just perfect. Good luck moving forward. I hope you are able to keep creating in an environment that is more rewarding,

Thanks for all your work - it has been a real pleasure.

Thank you for your wonderful content. May you recharge and I look forward to seeing your new work in whatever incarnation you reappear in. All the best.

Your content is amazing, such high quality. Hope your hiatus goes well for you, Polyphonic!

Thank you for sharing your art with us. 🙏🏾

Your channel is one of my absolute favorites, and creators like you are the reason why I'm happy to have a Nebula subscription. I hope this break helps you to feel better, and I look forward to seeing all the projects you'll be working on in the future ❤

by far a top 3 creator for me. i’ve been watching for years and get excited everytime i see a new video. can’t wait to see u again my friend

Hey man, your videos have done a lot for me. I came to music, as a hobby and passion, kind of late in life, but I've always been a fairly nerdy guy who needs context for things he's interested in and your videos are the best thing I've ever found for giving the cultural context behind so much of the great music in our world. Over the past couple years, I've learned a lot thanks to you and I'm really grateful for all that. It seems like producing art on RU-vid is a terribly terribly stressful job and I want to give you props for recognizing that you need to step away. I'm still following you on nebula and I look forward to seeing what else you come up with. Until then, thanks and good luck!

Yours has been my favourite youtube channel for a long time by now. The quality, both in terms of visuals, storytelling and knowledge is some of the best I've ever seen. Because of that, it's sad to know you'll be taking a break, but i rejoice in knowing that when you eventually come back you'll come out with projects that will not only be even better but that you will have been able to truly pour your heart into

Watching your videos has kinda always felt like reading a magazine like MAD its a short format but dense with lots of interesting visuals and concepts. I used your videos as a springboard to search out the books on the subjects you talk about. You've always been able to give me some touch of inspiration. I never needed it to be too in depth in fact you always gave me enough to get me interested but not enough to just consider it to be the end all be all of the matter. I'll always follow for something new but I'm never going to demand something new. To also quote Dylan "The times they are a changing."

I have a mad respect for you man. Every time I get a notification that you upload, I get excited, go tell my friends about it. Your videos have taught me so much about music I already loved, and introduced me to some awesome stuff I hadn't heard before. It's been some of the highest quality stuff I've seen on RU-vid. Best wishes!

To me the most interesting Hiatus was Steely Dan. When they returned after over a decade which saw the rise in popularity of Rap & Hiphop, you could inspect their return album Two Against Nature with a fine-toothed comb and not see a single influence of either. It was as though for Fagan and Becker, the world stood still while they were away. I enjoy your work and hope the world stands still until your return!

thank you SO much for your content. I truly enjoyed each video you dropped

First of all, thank you! Thank you for all of the incredible content, helping me discover some music I may not have heard before and learn a little more of what I already loved. Also, as time went on thank you for the bravery on a few sides to reveal more of yourself. Selfishly, I’m beyond sad about this. I love this channel. I do what the best for you however. You deserve it and know myself and others can’t wait to see all that’s next. Thank you again.

Thank you! Your video on disco truly touched me. Take care!❤

Love your work ❤ it really gave me a lot of entertainment, education and change in viewpoints I do not want to exchange for anything. Anyway I wish you the best of luck in whatever future endeavors you got planned. Also the whole copyright thing feels like a cruel joke in a time when 50% of RU-vid runs on reaction re-upload of stolen content and shorts edited from their long form video. It's just sad

I'll certainly miss your content, but i truly hope your passion to create finds you well ❤ Your videos have had a profound impact on my music taste, and I will always appreciate that. Your Bela Lugosi video really was foundational for me. Thank you :)

You sparked my interest in rock and the history of artists! I really loved the deep dive of the album "Wish you were here", it still feels like a surreal experience listening to the album after you explained it so well. I really like what you do and I really hope you get well!

Your videos and essays are excellent. My family and I have enjoyed learning so much from this channel and we thank you for striving to do things your way and staying true to yourself. Enjoy the time-off and take as much as you need. Be well my friend!