WHAT IS HAPPENING? Jinjer - Retrospection REACTION  

Jinjer is the band that changed my views about modern metal and harsh vocals. The musicianship is so good

For someone who doesn't like harsh vocals, I would definitely suggest Perennial live at Wacken. It does have some growling but it's a beautiful song about seasonal depression. You get to see her amazing stage presence as well.

I'm an old prog rock/prog metal guy and Jinjer is one of the few bands to really get me excited in the last 20 years. For me, they are on a par with early Pink Floyd. They have the same playful disregard for the rules yet make deep, compelling music. Almost everything they make is rich and satisfying. Tatiana converted me from having a lukewarm acceptance of extreme vocals to a real appreciation of the art. This band literally changed my mind. Also their music helped me through some serious illness, for which I am very grateful. I strongly suggest that you listen to Wallflower OMV, with the lyrics at hand. It's very personal and revealing - Tatiana really bares her soul in it. Fantastic music, beautiful video.

The line about childhood suffering references another song they did about a friend of Eugene's that had a bad childhood called "Dreadful Moments" - Tatiana is saying that they didn't have that growing up, instead, their parents were loving and supportive of them. The song is a love letter to their parents who they have been estranged from because of war, written to them before they don't have a chance to give thanks to them.

It's Russian, not Ukrainian. She and Eugene (bass) are from the Donetsk region (the area Russia is trying to capture). A few years ago a television host tried to accuse her of being a Soviet sympathizer. She wrote the song "Disclosure!" as an answer. When Jinjer first started touring, they toured east Europe a lot with another band called Infected Rain. Infected Rain also has a female vocalist who growls. Her stage name is Lena Scissorhands. They played at Wacken this year. They're worth checking out too.

Going on I would suggest : "Perennial" (live at Wacken), "Judgment & Punishment" (one take vocal), "Teacher, Teacher", "I Speak Astronomy", "Who Is Gonna Be The One", "Wallflower", "Vortex", "Pit Of Consciousness" (live at Kiev), "On The Top" (live at Kiev) ... and many more

Vlad is classical trained and learned the drums to join the band. Has written many songs for latest album. Tatiana usually writes the lyrics after the song is composed. This band is on another level.

Awesome that you checked this out. A bit of background on this video, 2019 was a huge year for the band, and they usually release a video with lots of concert footage in the spring to get people hyped for their coming years' concerts, and this was that video for 2020 - of course we all know how 2020 went for everyone in the music industry. The original song which was a homage to their parents who for Tatiana, Eugene, and Roman are on the other side of the battle lines in the war with Russia while they left when things started so they could continue their careers. The video takes that idea and expands it to the found family of the band and crew, and the extended family of their fans. I'd add that they have very working-class families and Tatiana's parents were far from wealthy her father a coal miner (which I remember because of No Hoard Of Value about coal miners) and don't remember her mom's career, maybe an accountant or secretary, something like that. And especially growing up in the aftermath of the collapse of the Soviet Union they didn't have a lot of money. But at the same time they tried to give opportunities, including some singing lessons as a kid, and later a tattoo gun and her mom even let her try on her own back.

really consider a live performance next. My personal favorite is " Pit of Consciousness", live in Kiev. Tati has some next level vocals in this one. Thanks for the Jinjer love.

Try "Perennial Live at Wacken" you will really enjoy it. Tati is the writer of the lyrics on all of these songs and they are brilliant.

Judgment and punishment 1 take live. Its a must watch.

Loving your take and interpretation of Jinjer and for the most part pretty spot on.For four years I’ve been a Jinjer fan and not a big harsh vocals fan but this band is so different they will draw you in and before you know it you are over the shock and enjoying their overall talent.Hoping you continue and you must see a live video performance of them.A few favorites are Pit of Consciousness live Kiev 2019 and Judgement and Punishment live Melbourne which the later has more clean vocals and POC a much heavier song.Wallflower OMV is about Tatiana’s introvert nature and how she relates to the band and the pressures of writing song lyrics.She tends to procrastinate and the guys get antsy and the song is overall mild by Jinjer standards.Truly appreciate what you do a lot and thanks you’re amazing

I was hooked on Jinjer when I heard the song "Scissors" on XM Liquid Metal in 2012! You can't go wrong with Jinjer, there's a little bit for everyone!!

A beautiful ballad that takes you on a journey is the title track from the latest album “wallflower“. It’s a very beautiful piece that describes her propensity towards being alone and being a loner and the feeling of preferring that isolation.

Loving your journey into Jinjer. In my opinion, this one was a bit intense of a suggestion. It's kinda like throwing you right off into the deep end. I'd strongly recommend you check out "Judgement and Punishment" live vocal one take to really see her vocal range in a spotlight. Another great option would be the beautifully done official video for "I speak Astronomy". After that "Perennial" Live at Waken and "Teacher Teacher" official video are musts.

Very spot on breakdown of the lyrics! Tatiana is not only an amazing vocalist and performer, but is one of the better songwriters in metal today. The whole band is on another level as far as being masters of their craft. I hope to see you continue on your Jinjer journey.

lol, they threw you straight into the deep end with these - probably not the best route for someone who doesn't generally enjoy harsher vocals. I tell people that metal is like whiskey - some people like it right away, but for most it's harsh at first and you have to take the time to develop a taste for it, but if you do you'll eventually be able to enjoy it and pick it apart like a fine wine.

This is a metal love song to beloved parents separated by touring schedules, politics and war. Tatiana is a very good lyricist besides being a vocal goddess. To appreciate her lyrics, react to "Perennial live at Wacken". To appreciate her singing, react to "Judgement and Punishment" (One take vocal performance). To appreciate just how good the band is, react to "Who is Gonna be the One" (Live, Napalm Records). Good reaction. (Subbed)

Vlad, the drummer, is a classically trained pianist. He has no problem changing time signatures and has a big role in writing the music with the other two guys. Then, they hand the music to Tati to write the lyrics. Their song "Wallflower" exposes Tati's resistance to being pressured to finish writing the lyrics under a timeline, as she is a self-confessed procrastinator.

Teacher Teacher next ..... my FAV

Jinjer - who is gonna be the one live

Jinjer - Outlander is a must listen to.

Thank you Rosalie

Her voice kinda reminds me of an early Gwen Stefani. Jinjer's prior drummer (who is also awesome) now plays with another Ukraine band Sershen & Zarítskaya. They do really awesome cover songs.

Tati, the best singer, the band, the best players. LOVE JINJER.

I have so much respect for how the younger people are stretching their vocal abilities and reaching for new heights

You should take a look at their song Wallflower. I think it's a more accessible, easy to listen song for people who are not particular fans of screaming or growling. It tells a beautiful story and the music video is stunning.

Being forced into exile, away from your family and loved ones by the misfortune of living in the heart of the Ukraine conflict since 2014, all of that inspires a song like this.

"judgement and punishment" one take vocal perfomance by her next one

If you want to hear her live check out Wacken 2019 Perennial.

As a metalhead , we are speaking by the voice of the monsters we tamed in our head ! The monsters we fought and won , their power is lent to creat an art for others who suffers with their mental illness ! Shoutout for all the brothers \m/

great reaction in both videos about jinjer, Perennial live at wacken 2019, and wallflower offcial video the lirics and songs i guess you will like it! cheers!

Would love to see a reaction to jinjer - home back

My favorite band of all time!

The guitarist and bassist are fantastic at balancing and controlling dissonance to create and release tension, with the drummer shifting time signatures creating a sense of unbalanced time it's amazing how it draws the ears right in. Cool band indeed.

You absolutely must go on. Besides, you are interested in the lyrics and you won't be disappointed. Yous should go for Perennial live in Wacken 2019 or Wallflower OMV. Great reaction ! Subbed.

She is the one of metal princesses..:)

The line “childhood of misery is lifelong injury…” is referencing a line from a previous song (Dreadful moments) which goes “Childhood of misery is life long injury, a burden hidden by the curtain of years, a trauma that could not be healed”. Which is about (I believe) a friend of the bass player who was abused as a kid. So in this song she clarifies that this was not her experience “what I’ve always had, fathers love and mothers hand”

It's Jinjer time and I will always be here for that. So my second video with you and this band changed my life I'm a black male metal head have been my whole life. But this band is special next level stuff if the pandemic had not taken hold I truly believe they would have taken the whole world by storm . They are still touring as a anti war protest but it's always about the music and the message and most of their music has a great message to send. I have not heard anything that I don't like. I just like some stuff more than others. As you listen you will be able to understand it more but that's due to her diction and the fact that her english is very good. She doesn't always know the slang or the proper translation but it's all good in the end. Peace from Stan the Alaskan and I'm going to subb.

I'm really glad you're making a serious effort at this music. Most people who aren't already metal heads give it a listen, say "That's not for me" and move on. But listening to any music is like reading poetry: it takes some time and effort to feel the rhythms, learn the tropes, reach for the emotions, grasp at an understanding and, finally, learn appreciation. My own effort to understand metal has led me to conclude that the genius of modern music now resides there. That's not to say that there isn't bad metal out there, some of it is atrocious. And some modern pop is glorious. But I think I have learned the best metal is the best music.

Love this band, love Tatiana!

This is my favorite by Jinjer and it's not even close

if you want some live jinjer goodness, listen to perennial live at wacken. also you might like arch enemy - handshake with hell

Always a like and sub for Jinjer 😁👍👍 Love and prayers for Jinjer and Ukraine ❤❤❤

The drummer is clearly learned to play the piano and later switched to drums and highly recommend you check out Home Back (the music video) And if you do a picture search of the area they are from (where you have new pictures) you will see that a lot of it is completely bombed now (they became internal refugees in their own country after the Russians entered in 2014) also reminds me of Arch Enemy (with Alissa) as it's easier to follow the lyrics there

Perennial live at Wacken - a fantastic and LIVE performance. Again a great example of her clean and growls

Retrospection is a great song, but pretty heavy for a newbie. Perennial Live at Wacken 2019 is more easily digestible & showcases their talent & her live stage persona. I Speak Astronomy OMV would probably be a good 4th reaction because it's a great song with a high proportion of clean vocals & a great video. By then, you should be pretty well hooked, so we'll be able to move you into heavier territory. :)

She does have loving parents but many around them growing up didn't. Life is hard where they lived (even harder now) and she rarely sees her family. They had to flee Eastern Ukraine at one point and the band has had to struggle probably more than most to get where they are. They started playing constantly to eek out a living and now that they are at the level they are they are still touring pretty much constantly. Because of that they are exceptional live. I don't know if you want to go down the Jinjer rabbit hole with your channel but if you do want to hear more there are a lot of good live Jinjer videos. I have a playlist of them here. ru-vid.com/group/PLhlYsqoR9XLEpHTbaOovrpa1p8L2uZ81G

This is one of my favorite songs of theirs, and I think you're the first reactor I've seen watch it. Kudos!

Check her live. PERENNIAL live in Wacken

You got the full dosage. Jinjer allows a new perspective. Even if it is not your normal music. My son as a young teen used to play the Christian metal band Demon Hunter all the time. I wouldn't listen to them by myself but i did love their Christian lyrics. So I learned malleability.

I see comments about this band all the time, I enjoy their music so much and it can be a bit confusing or busy - but that is just the raw talent they all have and the creativity they use to make their sound. I am an old school metalhead going back to the early 80's and having listened to just about every form of metal, I can say that only 2 bands ever excited me for the direction of music after they hit the scene - Pantera and Jinjer. I know there are tons of fans out there, but I don't know if they understand the influence that this band could have on the direction of music going forward. It really is exciting, fresh, and full of desire and hard work by the band. 🤘

every jinjer song showcases something new. every listen is a pure surprise

When she was interviewed by Elizabeth of the charismatic voice doesn't know what makes her make that growling sound,

You should really check out Perennial Live @ Wacken. Thats a real live performance.

Enjoyed both of your Jinjer reactions. Welcome to the journey. If you'd like to check out a couple of their songs where Tatiana doesn't growl or scream, or does so very minimally "Beggar's Dance", "Bad Water official live video" and "Wallflower"

I would suggest you react to Home Back. The song was released in 2019 and was written about the 2014 invasion of Ukraine by Russia. After the recent invasion this song became very pertinent and Tatiana's vocals shine. Also, I Speak Astronomy is a really good song where her clean vocals really show what she can do.

Great reaction!!! stay with it, you're doing great and Welcome to the Jinjer rabbit hole... btw Vlad is the drummer and that is my guy(Favorite drummer in the world!) Roman(Guitar) Eugene(Bass) and of course Tatiana (Queen/Beastmode)

more jinjer!

If you want to hear more of her “normal voice” you should check out “I Speak Astronomy” (OMV). Powerful song with an epic video. Have fun.

They speak Russian, so that is the other language. The part about childhood misery is a reference to another song they did "Dreadful Moments." That line was in that song, and the song was about child abuse. A lot of people thought she was talking about her childhood, but she wasn't. So in this song, she repeats the line but adds, "No, thats not for me." All I had was father's love and mother's hand. Or something like that.

Great reaction. Check out Bad Water if you want one with no harsh vocals. Go into the journey with an open mind and I guarantee you won’t be disappointed with varying styles in the songs and the shear musicianship of the entire band. Keep it up

Oooo, the album Smash The Control Machine by Otep is a good listen.

the charismatic voice did a video where thay put a camera down a metal vocalist throat and learned that it was done in a vary healthy manner

Really Props to you, going on an second one in this Setup right away. And even it really does not comfort you, you do recognize the Level of devotion and professional Music Skills, which this Band have. Dont get me wrong, i call myself an Metalhead, but Jinjer- isnt my Thing. Saw them 2 Times live for an Part of the Show on Festivals, and they are really great at their Craft, special Tatjana just energize the whole Performance to an crazy Level. As i got an liking for Texts i can understand, without after or previous Booklet Study to an certain Degree, and not an Growlfan, i wont listen to them often. One Thing you often mention along this "Metal" Categorizing is, that not only the Music but the Fans have to be dark thinking Devil Lovers. (overformulated for sure from my Side:D) Let me tell you my Perspective. The most relaxed and thoughhtfull Humans i know, are all Metalheads. And this goes through all Layers of Society. Like one Wacken Lady, who rents Rooms for the Festival once said: i see the Porsches and Ferraris coming in, Suits and Dresses, then they go to their Rooms, and back comes black Leather , Sunglasses and Backpack with stickers and sleevless Bandjackets, all tiered down as they were 100 Years old(the Jackets:D). Its no Coincedence for me, that Metal is used to some Degree for Stress and Depressions Treatment. so, short said, just do an Nightwish recap:) but dont spare Jinjer, if it somehow does Haunt you positively:) Curious for all the other Bands you mentioned in Pisces Vid. Stay healthy NWA Bavaria North

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Pretty impressive fry screams you made 😉🤘🏼

Jinjer was the band that opened my mind towards harsh vocals! Teacher Teacher is also a really really amazing song where she also uses the growls to really highlight lyrics.

This is cool!

You should watch their video for Wallflower, and if you're really interested in learning more about Tatiana, she did a great interview with The Charismatic Voice here on RU-vid. She has a lot of influences from a wide variety of genres

Dear Roslie..U not need to get in this stright..if the sounds r heavy 4 u,be callm..start with the lyrics..and U will find such an amaizing world,and U will get it so deep into U!:)

One of Jinjer's songs that tends to get overlooked by reaction channels and one that hits differently now with the current state of their home country. I hope you will at some point react to Home Back. The song is from 2019.

The band is from "eastern" Ukraine a city called Horlivka. That has been in the middle of the warzone, currently occupied by russians. They have not been able to go there since. Their lyrics are allways very good and Tatiana is actually rather easy to understand compared to other metalgrowlers, Therir songs are dynamic with lots of influeces and more melodic than most metalbands. Love the band and play Jinjer in my Toyota! Songs like: Perrenial, Teacher Teacher, Judgment (and punishment) ... Your songs I liked a lot! Much softer you could say, keep on writing and playing! Greetings from Sweden 💙💛

I recommend a live version of the band. Jinjer live at Wacken Perennial is great and you'd like it!!!

Wow. going from Pisces and directly to Retrospection sure is a bold move for someone not usually into metal. I usually recommend doing Who is Gonna be the One and then Pernnial before going into the heavier stuff.

This is beautiful..this is Ukrainian spirit!..all respect,ever!

FYI, Tatiana Singer, Roman on Guitar. Eugene on Bass and Vlad on Drums.

By the way the female frontend metal band is a huge rabbit hole. Enjoy your time and I will be here for it

Recommendations for the "world tour": Germany: Electric Callboy - We Got the Moves Sweden: Diablo Swing Orchestra - Superhero Jagganath They both show interesting song writing and composition in their own different way. And both should bring entirely new things for you musically.

This is a great reaction, subbed for some more Jinjer.

For amazing lyrical content, check out "Teacher, Teacher," "Home Back," and "Wallflower." You can't really go wrong with any of their songs lyrically, but those are my favorites. Great reaction!

Also consider that Jinjer were forced to leave their home in Donetsk in 2014 and relocate in Kyiv due to Russia taking territory even back then; and that can feed some of the lyrics about going home.

Incredible Performance by Lara Fabian | ADAGIO

You gotta do more Jinjer!

Oh wow you went pre-Pisces

Rosalie, if you ever do more Jinjer, I'd recommend Wallflower, from Wallflowers. It's much more clean, a really cool song, a really cool video, and what growls there are, are _much_ more motivated by the flow of the song and make tons of sense.

You have to watch some live performances. They are just as good, if not better, live. I would start with Perennial live from Wacken.

Vlad the drummer used to be a concert pianist. A really good one. He picked up drumming out of necessity. He is like the 3rd or 4th dummer the band has had. In fact none of them are original members. They can't even tell you why the name of the band is Jinjer. MORE JINJER!!!!

Perennial Live. Good one for her clean vocals and its live. Trust.

You didn't ask how she does it. Imagine you come home after three weeks and you forgot to empty the trash. The whole apartment stinks and the flies are buzzing in the kitchen. If you then groan from the bottom of your heart, then you have the basic tone. Then you have to use the esophagus as a sound box, like guys do when they burp. Now you need air and whisper. Then you have it. Don't use your vocal cords or you'll have to see a doctor.

Awesome😊💯👈

You should watch a Jinjer live performance like a 2022 one

This song has a duality in meaning. It is equal parts homesick from touring, and homesick because at the time it was written the band were essentially refugees from their own homes, not able to return over fears they would be arrested for their views in some of their other sins

The song that complements this is "Home Back", which is a response to the Russian invasion of Donetsk in 2014. Very intense, but worth it. The start of "Retrospection" sound like a Ukrainian/Russian folksong. She was singing in Russian, which is predominent in areas of eastern Ukraine.

Vlad is incredible. If you really want to hear her voice watch some of their live videos. The whole band is stupid talented ❤

I highly recommend checking out Ramstein(spelling) probably one of the only groups I can honestly say you have to watch both the official music video and the official live performance for all of their songs. #Suggestion 😋

I would definitely recommend their song "wallflower" next for you! A lighter, easier going song with less growls and a very interesting video and lyrics.

I also recommend you to listen to "Perennial live at Wacken". It's an ode to the season changes, personified in a woman. I love also "Wallflower (Official Video)". It's about feelings during the lockdown. Feelings that are still hurting. That video it's such a beautiful piece of art

From Lara to Angelina from Floor to Aurora and now Tati ....love it keep on the good music!

I am not at all a fan of this vocal style unless Tatiana is doing it. She is an incredibly talented vocalist and coupled with the song arrangements and musicianship of the band I find their music fascinating and love listening to them. Like many, my first experience with them was watching "Pisces" and I must admit I had to force myself to watch it until the end. I just literally didn't know what to think at first, but love it or hate it you have to admit this takes an incredible amount of talent and is therefore worthy of respect. Really changed my outlook. I will be seeing them live in November and am absolutely thrilled about it. Love your reactions, hope you'll do more Jinjer and Nightwish!