Aurora's performance of Murder Song at the 2015 Nobel Peace Prize ceremony has to be on the list. Honestly, all of her live performances are so good. Both the covers and original material
You should REALLY listen to her live version at Nidorasdomen, an ancient church, where she just BELTS this song with full orchestral and choral backing... Just to see the difference. This one is so intimate and delicate, and the Nidorasdomen one is so very different and energetic yet still so great. Highly recommended. I think seeing the reaction to the difference between 2 separate performances and environments would be fun to see. You won't be disappointed.
Since, you're new, she is, in fact immortal and is the leader of the fae. She's Norwegian, so that's a reason you're getting those vibes. Her voice carries your broken hearts through the wind and then sinks them into moss where they can grow back healed and whole.
Murder song at the Nobel awards is phenomenal..!!!! Also her cover of god is a woman especially considering she had an hour to prepare her cover and fully makes the song her own..!!!! The world doesn’t deserve this young lady..!!
She does a version of a song with Wardruna called Helvegen that is another episode of otherworldly, especially against Einar’s solid wall sound. You’re mentioning how she might mesh with another vocalist who has a harder sound, and her presence on that version of Helvegen is a good example. Worth a look some day, Julia.
Welcome to the completely special world of Aurora! You have a wealth of discovery ahead. Love your reaction, btw. I appreciate when I learn more about "why" I am so taken by an artist's music. I learned, in this video, more I didn't know about time signatures. Aurora has no formal musical training. It's all just her being who she is. And she has picked up musical influences from a wide variety of sources. (As evidenced in past interviews). Silja is an accomplished singer/songwriter on her own. But her and Aurora's voices are absolutely perfect with each other, imo. If you continue to follow Aurora, you will discover that her male band members' voices also blend perfectly. All of her songs are story/songs. And no two are alike. A lot of different styles of "painting" the picture she wants to paint with that song - that message. Most of her songs speak of the struggles that we humans face. She is a keen observer of human nature, whether or not the experiences she describes are what she, herself, has gone through. And, yes, she completely disappears into the song she is singing. At the same time, all of her songs give hope along with the incredible wrench into our hearts and souls. Someone has compared her songs with sound healing. I totally agree!
To really understand aurora you have to look at her childhood,picture the lakes and forests of Norway as her playground and you can see how nature(Mother Earth) is so important to her and then add in the fact that as a child growing up her family never had a TV or radio,only an record player where she listened to Bob Dylan and Leonard Cohan both great wordsmiths in the art of music,it's then you can start to understand what makes this girl become the amazing artist she is today,and to think at the age of 6 she found an old Brocken piano and taught herself to play without being able to read music is astonishing,to then at the age of 9 write a song called Lucky which you must listen to its a masterpiece and by the age of 16 have enough songs for her first album.(all my demons greeting as a friend )WOW! She is so special,for me she is a GENIUS .As a lover of music all of my life, like most of you we all have at times enjoyed certain artists,the reasons for this can be many fold,but I can honestly say that at this moment in my journey no one has touched my emotions or moved me like this young artist from Norway and there is a reason for her to have a huge fan base all over the world. She is such a great songwriter, singer and performer - for me there is a unique quality to her voice and the way she expresses her feelings in every word she sings is a quality that not many singers have She is not mainstream as she has created her own genre, and therefore she is not topping any charts. But that is not what aurora is about she has never craved for that she is a child of the earth and so grounded in what she believes in .So for me a musical journey with Aurora is a journey with meaningful lyrics and comforting vocals that makes you ask yourself questions and think more deeply about the kind of world we want to live in,for someone so young to write and produce songs plus produce all her own videos is outstanding.yes Aurora is a Genius.
Not the first time I've watched this reaction, and in fact I've watched approximately one million other Aurora reactions too. But your comments at the end struck me. On an intellectual level, you certainly wouldn't want an artist in their own world, disconnected from the audience. But with Aurora, she's the most captivating artist I've ever seen, and part of that is because of how the music encapsulates her entire being, and we're just witnesses. I think it works for her because her voice is so unique and expressive, and everything about her is authentic. So you're drawn in, even if you're not necessarily included. Having said that, she's grown as a performer over the years, and she now connects very much with her audience. And yet, I find her very much just as captivating. 🤷♂️
Aurora really is in a league of her own, so happy to see you go down this magical wonderland as well. My suggestions would be: The Seed - a bit more uptempo and with a message that hits you like a gut punch. Runaway - a dive into her early days, I believe she was 12 or 13 when she wrote this one. God Is A Woman - a cover she got 1 hour to prepare for.
@@LeandroSilva-vf6fy She started writing Runaway when she was 11 years old. She finished it when she was 13. She started on Lucky when she was 9 years old.
Loved when she performed Bowie's "Life on Mars" - made it her own and especially right after his death it was a very powerful tribute. She's got a gift, that's for sure.
I've never heard Aurora before, but found her performance magical, not off-putting at all. Humans sometimes manifest differently, especially to create extraordinary things. Wonderful. Great reaction and analysis as always, Julia.
I love watching first time reactions to hearing Aurora. She is so special. Her music seems to open hearts in way that people sorely need. I think that's why so many Aurora fans become devotees. You just need her sound to end your day on a deep and very human note.
Someone said in one of the comment sections, that the way "Aurora pronounces the word "pillow" makes me feel like my pillow is a burlap bag full of rocks"...I agree much. And the phrase "time is standing still", is very expressive, in an intensely personal way.
What I find extremely interesting about this song is that (in my interpretation) it is about violence in a toxic relationship. Usually, people involved in this sort of relationships tend to be in denial of the situation... and I think Aurora is reflecting that mindset, her character is painting every violent scene with nice words and nice imagery... where in fact, the "reality" is far from beautiful....
FINALLY!!!! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼I’m so happy you finally reacted to Aurora! I’ve been following you for a while and I was so thrilled when I saw you finally got to know her. You definitely have to listen to her live concert at Nidarosdomen. It’s from another world. If you react to it I would happily watch your reaction even if the video is more than 1 or 2 hours long 😅
Missed the premiere but so happy you checked her out! Aurora is a powerhouse and a great story-teller, always with her animated hand movements whenever she performs. Today I learned about triplet quaver pulses. Time-form? Ahahaha never heard of that 😆 I'm excited for you to check out more from Aurora, her music is a perfect amalgamation of genre-bending :)
I like that you take your task seriously and actually pay attention and have meaningful things to say...that is not the case with most "reactors". Of the Aurora performances I have seen, this is my favorite...a beautiful, intimate and creative song delivered with full engagement and precision. Her voice is not big by any stretch but she takes full advantage of its child like quality and engages the listener in a way that is really irresistible. Really special.
Aurora and Silja Sol in this performance deliver beutiful harmonies. I love her and her band, I hope you will react to more of her. All her live performances are a treat.
Aurora is a gift from the forests, mountains and fjords. She has the wisdom of the ages in her soul and it comes to us through her lyrics and spellbinding performances.
Aurora said in a tv interview that the creativ process in making songs and having the control in the studio, to do what ever you want is liberating, but ones you perform the song live on stage it's out of your hands. You as an artist isn't important anymore. it's all about the song and she is just a tool, a vessel to the song. It comes to her from somewhere and goes through her out to us all. That's why she is so in the moment. Be safe Björn
So it's never late you just met the Queen of Queendom............no style, no genre......it's only Aurora being Aurora.......not ony the voice and the music......her lyrics are haunting, direct and powerful in her gentleness........you just have to dig deeper and you wil also discover the beautiful human within the artist.......and she is a master of her craft unique adorable and wise to me she's the Best hope I see more Aurora from you and the lyrics say feathers from a pillow and her pronunciation of pillow is Aurora's only. She can reach high notes like no big deal effortless even when standing barefoot on her toes.............incredible songwriter and storyteller, performer, producer.......anything you choose is a winner, trust me, one of the kind
I've seen people say Aurora describe It Happened Quite as a prequel to Murder Song. Assuming that's true, this song could be seen as life flashing before her eyes before the act. The first verse seeming more light and carefree, like happy lovers, but then describing the hardships the relationship faced, possibly because of the hard choice in murder song coming up. Plus the repeated mention of red and her falling body. I think it makes sense if it's followed immediately by Murder Song, which is frequently viewed from the point of view of her spirit at/shortly after the act. And she has definitely described that song as a tragic love story about true love. Or, I may just be over thinking it all...
The version of this she did at Nidarosdomen was not only more powerful but it was unaccompanied so you can hear her voice more clearly. Also, the cathedral setting makes everything (including the instruments) sound so intense.
More Arora please. Live music with audience. Yes, she partly seems to exist in a different world, also in her concerts. But that's not strange because she takes us there.
As someone who has seen Aurora live and literally cried for 3 songs straight - the way she becomes the song is definitely not off putting, it's absolutely wonderful
one of the things she did was actually ACT the song! as an amateur engineer, I promise that comes across the electronica even if you can't see it. This really is a performance piece and stands up to scrutiny from a strictly audio sense as well. (and I NEVER heard of her before!) my loss, but thank you for the introduction!
She is indeed in her own world. She just visits ours through the veil of music. You were expecting fairies to show up early on, not realizing one was right before you! :D People flock to witness her otherworldly beauty.
I feel like instead of going into her own world, she takes the audience there with her through the image she paints with her lyrics, her voice, her facial expressions and movements. For me, particularly, it’s an immersive experience rather than alienating.
Your explanation of how she looks when she performs was so spot on, I'm always wondering where she is, It's so cool/cute she petty much pulls you in with all her performances
She’s quite open about being Autistic, having an autistic grandson myself who uses his hands the same way she doe, makes her even more precious to me as an artist!
Would love to see your reaction to her cover of Ariana Grande's "God Is a Woman" at the NRK P3 studio (a Norwegian digital radio channel). She with her group were given this song and one hour to prepare a cover of it.
Not the first time I've watched somebody analysing this song, but the first time I've seen you... Not disappointed! I really like how you take it apart and how you explain the things that you notice... about the singing.. about the music. Nice! (and I get how much you like this performance! .. so do I!)
I am really happy your have reacted to Aurora :) I only discovered her less than three months ago and have been absolutely captivated ever since! I find watching her perform is more powerful than just listening to the songs, her expressions and hand movement just push the lyrics home.
Aurora is an angel, a fairy, a goddess of nature. When you listen to her music you are enchanted forever. Thank you for reacting to her hehe love your vids btw ❤
Aurora One of the best artists meets Julia one of the best vocal coaches on YT. Greetings from Germany from the other end of the world. By the way, check out her cover "AURORA - HALF THE WORLD AWAY - The 2015 Nobel Peace Prize Concert"
Hey Julia, thank you for another superb reaction video! There are many exquisite songs by Aurora, which just wait to be discovered by you. As others have pointed out, the live version of “Helvegen” with the group “Wardruna” is worth giving it a listen. And afterwards, to bridge the gap between ancient times and today’s music, maybe you check out Aurora’s version of Ariana Grande’s “God is a Woman”. I think you will be in for a treat. :)
Great react! Her movements and sounds: she will do "anything" to get the feeling in the sound so the "message" gets out .. You can clearly see a difference from her early work until now; her movements where more xtreme before.... no they are more "in the song" :-) We must also remember that this artist was no artist... she did not want to be one... she became one by accident almost.
Yay... you've found AuRoRa!! Awesome! She is beyond...:) She has been writing music from the age of 6. Lyrics since 9. She has been co-producing her albums for several years now. She has a lot of music to explore. I recommend her full HAIK concert which is in a beautiful forest setting in Norway. It's a lovely mix of her songs old and new and so a good way to get a crash course in Aurora. You can do them one by one or all at once... I'll stay tuned and watch it with you.
I stopped at 9:46 at your comments. The song is hard to take in, but the lyric is .. undeniable. She makes this so beautiful, but.. the song is about rape. This young woman is so strong, so brave, absolutely incredible. Despite the minors she beautifies this with her tone. But it is devastating. Love Is Wild is such brave brave incredible lyric here. Genius. I "discovered" her yesterday and have ordered her whole catalogue. Ive been writing songs for 40 years and think I am a good lyricist, but I could never write the way that she does (even when we write the same subjects like hidden human potential and strength) - its just one of the reasons I already love her. She is quickly rising to the top of the world for those who move with intelligence and sensitivity. In this fragile and vulnerable song she emerges not only a survivor but as champion. The other party is a stone who is now mere sand (in Runaway she picks up a face of sand on the beach and it disappears). She is a powerful force in this troubled world and I for one will begin trumpeting her! ... ps always like your reactions Julia
I really enjoyed your reaction to this song and performance by AURORA! She is quite unique! I recommend reacting to other songs from her various live performances: "Through the Eyes of a Child," "Little Boy in the Grass" and "Lucky" from the Nidarosdomen Christmas Concert (in a cathedral with orchestral ensemble and choir); as well as "Infections of a Different Kind," "The Seed" and “Daydreamer” from the HAIK 2019 concert she held in a forest; plus "Churchyard" and "All is Soft Inside” from the KEXP concert in Iceland; and the Bergen Philharmonic concert where she sings “Soulless Creatures” live for the first time. Her covers include Ariana Grande's "God is a Woman," David Bowie's "Life on Mars," Massive Attack's "Teardrop," Leonard Cohen's "The Partisan," Alanis Morissette's "Thank U," or John Lennon's "Across the Universe."
Walking in the Air live in Nidarosdomen is magic, and for some alternative Aurora, maybe Helvegen with Wardruna. Helps doing som research with the lyrics beforehand on that one though :)
Wow you're the first vocal coach who really talks about what is reacting in an educational way, not disturbing the reaction itself. subscribed. 💜 and please react more AURORA, with her is not first about the voice, but about interpretation, lyrics content and etc. I think all singers/songwriters are like that hahah but her voice is amazing 💙🌿 I would recommend Murder song live Nobel peace prize
Well done and thank you, I ALWAYS enjoy your comments and analysis. I think you picked up correctly that Aurora 's movements while singing are spontaneous, as if she can't help but move. I have seen an interview in which she said she was just appalled when she saw video of herself singing, and there are a couple of very early videos of her where she spends a lot of time with her hands clutching her skirt at her side. Looked like she was really struggling to control herself. I'm glad that at some point she decided to accept and embrace the movement, it does seem so natural for her.