Queensryche - Eyes Of A Stranger (REACTION!!!) 

You're missing the bigger picture here... Operation Mindcrime was a true "album", or what people today call a "concept album". If you listen to the entire album from beginning to end, it tells a story, like an audible movie... If y'all have the time, I HIGHLY recommend listening to the whole album from beginning to end in one sitting...

Seriously, you guys NEED TO (AS IN MUST, AS IN HAVE TO) listen to the album, reading the lyrics of each song along the way, in its entirety, from Anarchy X/Revolution Calling through to Eyes of a Stranger to fully appreciate what you just heard... Seriously - this is no joke. Your minds WILL be blown!

That record changed my life man. One of the best underrated records of that era. I say the song "SPEAK" has some of the best lyrics relevant today.

Queensryche's drummer is so underrated. Pure genius

Ryan... George... I'm with so many others here. If you ever decide to do a reaction to an entire album, THIS IS THE ONE to do. Amazing story from start to finish.

Operation Mindcrime is a masterpiece. Extremely difficult to take any one song from it in isolation. Mindcrime is a concept album and the narrative is a huge part of its greatness.

Still 30 years later, my favorite album of all time. It’s flawless. What a great story

Geoff Tate was classically trained in opera. Listen to some of the rest of the album. It’s pretty amazing the range he will achieve. Empire and Silent Lucidity are Worth a listen too

FYI: this is one of the greatest albums ever made - a concept album with a story. yes, like a movie. an amazing one. listen to the album & read the lyrics or get the live dvd performance to really be wowwed.

You gotta listen to the whole album. The story is so immersive and Eyes of a Stranger is the high on which the story comes full circle

Actually, when queensryche came out, Geoff Tate had a way different type of voice than most bands back in the 80's! Geoff Tate is unbelievable! Great band! Great song! The whole album, operation mind crime, is absolutely amazing from start to finish. Great job guys 👍 love what y'all are doing!

Back when bands made ‘albums’. Masterpiece 👏👏👏👌

Made my week!!!! Geoff Tate was classically trained by his mother, who I believe was an opera singer. This album is a concept album. You really need to listen to the entire album. The story is awesome!!Sending lots of love from Louisiana!! #Freethinkers!!

The only bad thing is that that they (George & Ryan) are not getting the full effect of this album without hearing the WHOLE thing. Queensryche’s Operation: Mindcrime is a concept album, based pretty tightly on the story of a heroin addict named Nikki who gets involved with a secret revolutionary organization run by a man known only as Dr. X. As the album opens, Nikki is in a psychiatric hospital with amnesia, but reports on television of political assassinations suddenly bring memories flooding back through the rest of the album. Controlled by his addiction, Nikki is put to use by Dr. X, but when he meets a prostitute-turned-nun named Sister Mary, he begins to question his actions. Seeing the threat, Dr. X orders him to kill Mary and the corrupt priest at her church. Nikki can’t go through with it, and tells Dr. X that he wants out, but Nikki is still controlled by his addiction. He returns to Mary only to find her dead and begins the rapid descent into insanity that lands us back at the beginning of the album.

the secrent ingredient is chris degarmo

There is no other band that, so brilliantly, pulled off a dark rock opera. Geoff is a machine.

Geoff Tate (lead singer) is known as one of the greatest metal vocalists ever...4 octave vocal range!!

Operation: Mindcrime is an absolute CLASSIC, masterpiece of an album, top to bottom. You guys need to actually listen to it in its entirety as it is the very definition of a concept album. You simply cannot get the full effect of the story they are telling by listening to only a few tracks. That would be similar to reading Stephen King's IT by only choosing a few chapters - its just not right. :) And you absolutely won't get the entire story context at all. That said, "Eyes..." is one of the more "poppy", hook-laden tunes QR has ever done. "I Don't Believe In Love" is another and one of my personal favorites. And of course, "Suite Sister Mary" and "Mission" are must listen tracks from this album as well. Do yourselves a favor guys...listen to the ENTIRE Operation: Mindcrime from start to finish, especially with good headphones. You'll thank me for sure. :) cheers and rock on!

Take hold of the flame-Queensryche His vocal range will blow your mind!!!

Spreading the Disease... gives me goosebumps every time and is my favourite on this brilliant album.

Walk in the Shadows - Queensryche

But even in the 80's these vocals were miles ahead of all other singers. Just sayin

Omg, one of my favorite albums ever. You have to listen to the whole album, it's amazing and Geoff has a killer voice!

Love that you called out the solo in this one. I have listened to this album and this song since it came out in 1988 and this solo still give em goosebumps every time I hear it!

Geoff Tate has a ridiculous vocal range. Check out Take Hold of the Flame. Those highs are insane.

I Don't Believe In Love is another good song by them

Take Hold of the Flame live in Tokyo!

This album is like a movie - this is *seriously* an album that warrants a straight-thru listen, with lyrics in hand, preferebly with headphones, at least once.

Queensryche are one of the true pioneers of Progressive Metal. Welcome to the beginning...

You need to hear their masterpiece: Queensrÿche - Suite Sister Mary

I'm thrilled y'all did Queensryche!!! You need to listen to this album from beginning to end...it's one complete "story" and it'll give you the full effect and new appreciation for this song...also read the lyrics. Can you react to "Suite Sister Mary" from this album?? I've seen Queensryche numerous times...I've also been to the concert where they did this whole ablum...they don't do that anymore. I hope y'all have a wonderful and blessed day!!! ☺☺☺☺ 🐧🐧 Oh...the 80's did have some cheesy songs but that's what made it great!!! 🐧🐧

Listening to just this song is like only hearing 2 sentences out of a 1 hour conversation. The album is the piece of art, the individual songs are just small glimpses of the masterpiece. This album is worth a few listens and a few reads through the lyrics. If you two free thinkers care to take a glimpse of another masterpiece, I would suggest Savatage - Streets (A Rock Opera). This album changed the way I look at music as whole. Love the channel, you guys are awesome. Salute.

5:45 1.) That’s Chris DeGarmo for you. One of the most underrated guitarists and song writers in rock history. He had a great sense for lead guitar melody.

This is a concept album. I highly recommend listening to the whole thing beginning to end.

Who could give anything you guys do a thumbs down. This is a classic album. They had a very original sound and their singer is one of the best in the genre. Their use of odd chords and building songs is always good and original. Every song on this album is great. It’s a concept album with a great story. I’m glad you guys liked this. Join the Patreon channel, I joined it and I love it! You guys help me as a musician believe it or not. I listen to what you say and it gives me great ideas of what people want. Great job guys.

The whole album is PHENOMENAL!

''I Don't Believe in Love'' is a cool track to check out as well. It's also very 80s and from the same album.

please listen to operation mindcrime start to finish. Amazing concept album

They did the entire Mindcrime album live on the Empire tour in 1991...insane....They also opened for Metallica on the And Justice tour in 89, after Mindcrime and before Empire. I was there. I'm old.

Worth noting: Operation Mindcrime is a concept album that tells a coherent story from start to finish, and this is the final track.

I was actually married to their Original Bass player ..................no joke...EDIT: please react to Queen of the Reich live in Tokyo japan 1984. it will literally blow your mind!

Guys, you gotta listen to this whole album! Playing "Eyes Of A Stranger" first is like skipping to the final scene of a movie. You need the context of the songs before this one. But, then again, it is an amazing song on it's own!

Scott Rockenfield is an amazing drummer. Extremely underrated.

His voice is that way at first as the song is part of an entire story. Not just a song. He sings as a character with certain feelings behind each song. Gotta hear whole album.

You can't really just listen to one song from this album. The album tells a story and each song is a chapter. You're missing it if you only listen to one song.

This album came out in 1988. I was turned onto it in 1990. At the time, I was a so-so metal guy. I remember hearing this album, and only liking a few songs here and there. Later, I noticed the songs actually weren't making much sense lyrically as individual songs, so I started reading the lyrics. That's when I realized it was a rock opera, not unlike the Who's 'Tommy,' or Pink Floyd's 'The Wall,' and decided to really follow along with the story. What happened next transformed my world. The affinity I share with this album has transcended 30 years, and is STILL my all-time favorite. I truly was inspired by the storyline, NOT the main plot about the homicidal main character Nikki, obviously, but rather to the peripheral commentary on the socio-political world around me. It forced me follow media with a more discerning eye, and challenged my religious beliefs. What's ironic about you guys joking about the 80's vibe of the music is that much of the album lyrically still holds up in today's climate. I can't tell you guys how much I appreciate watching YOU appreciate 'Eyes...', but the posts below are correct. You really have to listen to the whole album and follow the lyrics to take in the story to truly appreciate the concept. But thanks for this reaction vid! I love it!

"I don't believe in Love" my favorite from Queensryche

Guys, it’s definitely 80’s LOL but that’s no issue. The issue is that you need to listen to the entire album and then feel the need to realize you have been blown away after listening to this Epic album. If you still feel like lumping it in 80’s music, saying the idea of it’s inability to be taking seriously as phenomenal art? Well, you have the freedom to feel that way for sure. So listen to the album and take in the lyrical content and let us know if it’s worthy of great music per your opinion 😊

Mindcrime is one of the best records of all time ( yes records!! I am 48 ) You HAVE to listen to the whole thing. Geoff Tate is one of the greatest rock voices ever. Powerful story Fantastic songs all the way through!! Start the album and listen from start to finish!!!! Best album of '88!!

Thank you! Mindcrime was a life altering album for me back in the day. Even now, 30 years later, I still listen to it in its entirety at least once a week.

The Album Operation MindCrime is like an audiobook. All the songs, when played in order tell a story. A story of conspiracy addiction and espionage. Must hear.

Listen to Jet City Woman by Queensryche....Great song!!!!!!!

"I Don't Believe in Love" off thee same album is another great song by Queensryche.

Operation Mindcrime is basically a cinematic experience in audio. If you listen to the entire album in one sitting you feel that experience. Basically a story about a troubled youth addicted to drugs gets brainwashed into a government sanctioned hitman. This album tells from his origins to his death. So powerful. When an album meant something. Not a 99 cent download.

The guitarists, DiGarmo & Wilton, took the twin lead concept to the next level, literally dividing individual chords between them.

These guys are bar none the best music reviewers on RU-vid. You can tell they love music, they’re always into it and give honest feedback. Everyone else looks so serious, like critics, when reviewing. Kudos to these two, just subbed.

GEOFF TATE's Voice Still Gives Me Chills!!! XOXO

I grew up on this band and thier album "Empire" is still in my top 10 albums of all time

Take hold of the flame is iconic and simply amazing, the vocals will hypnotize you

This is a masterpiece album. Review the entire album.

Chris De Garmo IS THE MAN!!! Totally underrated guitarist.

Truly the best album Queensryche ever did. I'm a fan of all their music but this is there masterpiece. Can't count the number of times I've listened to this album, grew up in the 80s and it is always been part of my life. It has everything you could want from an album beautiful music ,rich storytelling and it's a concept album. Everything came together when they wrote this. Will listen to this till the day I die.

Breaking The Silence, Jet City Woman, Another Rainy Night (Without You), Empire, & Silent Lucidity - Queensryche

Operation mindcrime isn’t just an album, it tells a story. Each song, you gotta find the Easter eggs.

Megadeth - Hangar 18, if you already heard it, please do dystopia or never walk alone, YOU GUYS WILL NOT REGRET IT!

This song can only be fully appreciated by listening to the whole album! It's a concept album, so each song is part of a whole story. Operation: Mindcrime is on my list as one of the masterpiece albums where every single song on it is of the same caliber and quality. And the story this album tells is fucking amazing! Check it out!

I love watching you guys. My fiancee passed away in March but she got me hooked on watching your reviews/reactions to songs and now that she's gone I can feel her every time I watch one of your videos. Thanks guys. Also, Queensryche doing Take Hold Of the Flame, live in Japan is an awesome live performance by them that I'm sure you'll appreciate. Thanks again.

I love to watch yous guys total evolution into all of the rock /metal music. I get to re-live my memories from the 70’s on up! Salute 🤘🏻🤘🏻

30 years later and this song still gives me shivers. The whole album, being a "concept album" is in my top 10 metal albums of all time. WoO!

Oh hell yeah!!! The mighty 'Ryche and roll!!! Operation Mindcrime is still one of the greatest concept albums of all time. And Geoff Tate's voice here, oh wow!

Wow these guys are really fun to watch. Can't believe I didn't find out about this channel sooner.

Geoff Tate is a amazing singer his voice is a masterpiece

Alice in Chains: Love, Hate, Love; Sunshine; Man in the Box; Junkhead. So many great songs.

QUEENSRYCHE - *TAKE HOLD OF THE FLAME!*

The musicians of that era were insanely talented. The signature dual guitars of Chris and Micheal and Ed's chunky bass grooves inspired many. Great band 🤘

Listen to the whole album, again and again. The story is awesome, the songs come together as one. It is truly an epic and legendary album. This is left a huge footprint in history.

Faith No More.

Blind Guardian - Mirror mirror Avantasia - Reach out for the light Theocracy - Hide in the fairy tale Kamelot - The Haunting

He sounds like he has a range because he does he's opera trained ...and this is one of the biggest concept albums ever written

What makes this album great is the entirety of the album. It is not just one song. Like others have said in order to fully appreciate this album you must listen to it from beginning to end.

Operation: Mindcrime is an excellent concept album. It's like a dystopian science fiction story, set to music. It delves into the media controlling how people think, and power brokers calling the shots behind the veil of religion, business, and government. It's almost uncanny how on point it still is, considering what's going on today.

The title track from this album (Operation Mindcrime) would definitely be worth a reaction.

hands down the greatest concept album of all time. the subject matter still completely relevant in 2021

you guys are funny as hell man, keep it up.

Take Hold of the Flame from Queensryche!

Glad you guys did this group.. fun fact- tthis album was a " rock opera" this was the concept for this album.. I saw this concert and they had a screen, ( video) in the background so you could follow the story. It was a story of a durg addict... Yes it was done in the late 80's.

I agree with everyone here. Listen to the WHOLE album. Saw them with Def Leppard in 88. Before they went huge. Absolutely awesome.

I love seeing people try out bands like Judas Priest and Queensryche! Queensryche introduced me to one of my favorite genres and I’m so glad you guys appreciate it! Even if you didn’t, it’s still so nice just to see people give it a try. When I tell people to try out my music taste many of them won’t even sit through a single song. I highly recommend their whole album Rage for Order, and the rest of Operation Mindcrime. :))

Glad you enjoyed! Hell of a tune. I'd say it's a good thing you didn't dive into the lyrics yet. This album has a whole storyline behind it and this song is the conclusion. Have you guys considered reacting to a concept album in the future?

That album is a masterpiece.

Do the whole album as a special. You will be blown away!!! Every song is its own masterpiece

You guys need to listen to the whole album! It is so awesome! It tells a story from the beginning to the end, every song is good! I dare you both to listen to the entire album. You’ll probably find yourselves wanting to listen to it more than once

I also saw a recommendation on here for Savatage - Hall of the Mountain King too. . . I am definitely on board with that. Maybe Gutter Ballet as well.

My dudes, this whole album is amazing. Widely considered by the metal community to be one of the best concept albums around (at least its always brought up). You guys must do Dire Straights - Sultans of Swing!

This album is a true master piece. Needs to be listened in its entirety.

Another great video you guys are the bomb.

OMG!!!!!!! Thanks Ryan and Geroge You Rule!!!! It was an concept record. I did see this tour it was awesome!!!!

This needs to be a whole album reaction

I listened to this in high school. It really brings me back. Thanks for sharing this music for those who don't know it.

Like you guys. I live in Vegas, I was 22 when this was released, one of my favorites. Thanks for being so opened minded.