Why Do People Even Like Sleep Token?! 

Take Me Back to Eden was an intense listening experience. This is one of those albums that you have to listen to from start to finish instead of picking out tracks. It perfectly encapsulates everything I listen to in one perfectly arranged and performed collection. I am a big listener of blues, jazz, soul and classical (B.B. King, Frank Sinatra, Adele, Post Malone, Beethoven) but I am predominantly a metal head that listens to pummeling metal/metalcore to the tune of Periphery, Oceano, Suicide Silence, Signs of the Swarm. Deftones still reign supreme on my playlists though. Sleep Token is without a doubt my AOTY, and quite possibly in the top 10 I have ever heard.

I’ve really enjoyed these videos you’re making! They feel like a chill hangout with a friend just talking about stuff. Thanks for making them

Glad you took some time off. You don't need to do these on the daily when you are touring. We understand if you need to take a break 🦋

Massive fan of yours. Your reaction to this band is the same as mine. I feel like my metal youth is resurgent again. I get hints of tool in this song. So clever.

You got Metal. You got some Jazz. You got some Prog and a bit of Funk. I love It! Btw. You are the first one I've heard comparing Sleep token with Westlife LOOL

I’ll raise my coffee to “just wanting to dance”

I discovered them because of your first post! I cannot stop listening to them since!!!

I love that I found your channel, you're a great musician! Hope to see you live!

It's interesting seeing how everyone perceives a song differently. I didn't start counting right away, the first few listens I was able to groove and dance around. Then after I started trying to learn the song I started counting

Sleep Token is slowly starting to remind me of Fair To Midland, that chaotic, beautiful, heavy, avant garde sound that very few have the fortitude to attempt.

So excited you're back on tour. Can't wait for you to come back to Seattle!

I was introduced to Sleep token a few years ago and have been hooked since. I saw them at Bloodstock last year in a very packed tent full of people who hung on every note sung. Math rock…you meant Djent.

Don't worry my voice is also ropey after screaming along with you guys in Wembley. What a night, cannot wait for the next one

Justin, please get well deserved rest now after an incredible tour! I don't think you covered any of HIM or Ville Valo music before, would be really interesting to hear your opinion on his newest solo stuff, as in my opinion he is one of the most iconic voices and musicians in Europe. All the best to you, hope to see you and the Darkness live still this year!

So glad you have taken a break to recharge a bit. The weekend totally drained myself and that was just Wembley! You were awesome as always, much respect for your talents x

Always a lovely video Justin! Big fan of these guys. If you're looking for a 'non-metal/rock' thing to check out, I recommend LANKUM's new single GO DIG MY GRAVE. It's a dark 'alt rock' inspire folk band that has taking folk music to a whole new level. They're incredible. Happy listening!

Ohhhh yes I was hoping Justin would cover ST again. Theyre really blowing up atm - I reckon theyre going to be massive this year

I'm absolutely enthralled with this band.

So this might be a hot take, but I think the song is actually 4/4 all the way through, but heavily syncopated for several measures in a row that it doesn’t feel like a standard time signature. This is my many years of music in school that lead me to this possible conclusion. I admit, I’m not 100% sure about this, but people who aren’t trained in odd time signatures regularly tend not to write in them without having extensive experimentation doing so.

I just saw you with the Dj Khaled guitar video, and now I see this video with Sleep Token ! I love them so much, and you seem like a really sweet person. I really appreciate. You're a happy surprise for me today !

Man, Justin, the titles of your video are just brutal. I absolutely appreciate your honesty.

I was at Wembley on Saturday & had an absolute blast!!! Cheers for the great show, Justin! 🤘😝 I discovered Black Stone Cherry in the process too & they rock. 👍

The only way I know how to count is 1e&a …

Tool are my #1 go to when I meditate 🧘‍♀️

So rascal, Justin, when the red-evil light flashed on your face as you explained who borrowed the guitar first 😏. Maybe was just coincidence...or not👹muahahaha! (evil laugh sound effect)😄

Absolutely brilliant "band" (actually, singer Vessel writes and performs everything on the albums, except for the astonishing drums, played by "II")... They were phenomenal right out of the gate on their debut "One" E.P., (a true masterpiece from start to finish, IMO), and, from there, even before they'd released their first full album, they'd created some of the most innovative, breathtaking musical offerings in the form of songs like 'Calcutta', Jaws', and Vessel's fantastic remake of the classic OutKast' hit, 'Hey Ya'... It's been a magnificent journey of continuous pleasant surprise, witnessing their evolution and ascent to widespread acclaim... I can't imagine a singer/songwriter and drummer in their league at this point in time... As always, can't wait to see/hear/feel what they do next... \m/

My canon is Justin is in Sleep Token also glad he likes them it's great to see Sleep Token getting popular.

"They're not trying to get on the radio," this made me laugh, I discovered them about 2 years ago on Clara Amfo's BBC Radio 1 future sounds lol

As a non musician who doesn't know how to play anything, I just like the sound. I'm not counting anything or working anything out. Just enjoying it.

It took 20 years, but someone finally came up with “Judith” by A Perfect Circle, lol. I like it tho. 👍👍

Man I love Justin. He’s so entertaining and intelligent. Seems like a great guy

So glad you replied to Anthony Vincent’s comment! You need to check out his videos!! Like you he is so talented 😄

"These guys should listen to Tool, they might quite enjoy it" 😆

why do i get so exited watching reactions of bands i love AHHH

You completely rock Justin.

The machine looks like a giant warhammer droid. They ARE definitely inspired by Tool. I've been a huge Tool fan since Lateralus and II is a beast of a drummer! Being a drummer myself I noticed II has done some drum 🥁 patterns (can't recall which track) that is very similar to what Danny Carey played on "Eulogy". One RU-vid comment said they transcend genre, the more I hear the more I agree with that. Their track "Aqua Regia" has what can only be described as dinner jazz piano in the mix too. I recently saw them play at the Apollo and became one with the synth bass. It was that freaking loud and reverberating through my whole body AND I was standing near the back wearing proguard ear plugs. But the summoning practically went viral. At least compared to any previous track by them. Math metal is def another way of describing them but those elements are a bit more Meshuggah in my view. Suffice to say it's sublime music Justin but Igorr is another band that transcend genre. I also first saw them at Download same year I first saw Sleep Token there in 2018 I think. Clown 🤡 core also defy genre.

You trying to understand this music is awesome to see your thought process, and funny as well lol

When metal dwindled in the US and UK it blew up in Japan with bands like Dir en Grey, Girugamesh, Versailles, and the Gazette, and now other artists are citing them as influences. It's cyclical like the growth and decay of mushrooms and equally mysterious and eternal. Jack Black told us ages ago - You Can't kill the Metal.

Wow, really glad you did not miss this one!

I actually googled Atkin guitars whilst watching that video and figured out it was the Hawaiian you were using. Nice!

Cameo -> Word Up!? 😂

Sleepy Justin. 😊 Take a good rest!

I thought since yesterday was a rerun and you mentioned you were touring the day prior, IE: the ripped of the beast jacket and your "in" big messy hair, you were probably dragging from being so tired. I'm sorry for quibbling about the rerun. The guitar you are borrowing is GORGEOUS!!! If you have MORE HISTORY regarding the guitar, WOULD LOVE TO HEAR ABOUT IT!!! You get to barrow it, not Harry! You play, his is only for decoration? It's a BEAUTY!!! AND THE SOUND! IT'S LOVELY!!! I'm not much into the video or the music of the band you featured. I really liked the beginning... A LOT, then my interested ears sort of wandered off into hearing the air blowing in my room, my dogs shuffling, me thinking of all the things I have to do... I think there are a million of these sounding bands out there today and the video was boring. The thing was so big only beams of light could come from it. No charm, NO HOOK LINE!! Nothing that sticks that makes me yearn to want to have it or need it and I guess that's the point of this music and all the other bands that sound just like it. They are not following the past and creating the future. I'm never going to remember them because they just aren't memorable to me. They aren't sell outs, which is commendable, but I only like the beginning of the music and that's all I can say about the song. The video I'll remember because it was the most boring video I've seen. I love GUNTHER TUTTI FRUTTI SUMMER LOVE, BIJOK'S song and HER GREAT VIDEO!!! THAT MADE ME LAUGH, BUT LOVE THE VISUALS AND IT BENT MY EARS IN WAYS I'VE NEVER EXPERIENCED, SWOLE BY KONSTANTIN or whomever his artist name may be. It was funny, but different and shot in black and white and the model wearing the white bikini which was a bikini seen in a ton of music videos filmed in Hollywood, THE UBIQUITOUS WHITE BIKINI, and the one man band, the guy in the opened shiny robe playing guitar, playing drums and singing at the same time. That is a video song seller. The song alone is good, but the visual is the BIG SELLER! I CAN'T BELIEVE WHAT I JUST SAW WITH MY EYEBALLS!!! HE WAS DAMN GREAT TOO!!! Sorry to disagree with your analysis with this band (they are really good, just not memorable to me), but this is what makes the music world go round. Also, thank you for sharing what your experience has been like earning a living from music. Not all musicians have the same experience. It's nice to hear what your life in the business has been like and what you've endured. Very much appreciated.

My Son got me into Sleep Token. I thought they were good but definitely went up a level when i saw them live.

Good day snazz man! have you given Lingua Ignota a go yet?

Justin do you know what you've done to me, seriously the last few weeks all I've had in my ears Is Ren and Sleep token , I think they both have a vibe as you said they aren't trying to get on the radio , they do them and skip with gay abandon from genre to genre , frankly its bloody refreshing more please !

At least Sleep Token are trying to mix it up a bit, sounds pretty good.

The 4/4 bits are pallet cleansers.

Can anyone tell me what acoustic that is….ah’…Atkin….reminds me of those old 30’s Gibsons with hand painted flowers that pop up ever once in a while. Beautiful. Love it.

That thumbnail pic is cracking me up! Seriously though, I love Sleep Token.

The comment you read was Anthony Vincent. . . Like 10 second songs Anthony Vincent, cuz you should review one of his videos

Imho the key to playing off timing, complex stuff and ppl really loving it- is that you need to be good enough that even though you're playing in 7/8- the groove is so clear and unmistakable it grabs you. You don't have to look for it. Listen to Tool, they can play any odd timing and yet the groove is unmistakable, it grabs you and takes you for a ride. They also know how to build up to a 4/4 section or break so well it's unreal- it's like a really good movie that has built to a perfect climax and pay off- very satisfying. I know ppl get tired of Tool heads, some of us can be real pricks- but the band is amazing, you have to admit.

Now you DEFINITELY have to listen to Granite and Aqua Regia as well.

The darkness, Him, Tool... F'tooable yes. This possibly stands, maybe. Ask Nigel for disclaimer.

I first heard about Sleep Token from this video. I'm back to tell you that.

Best take on ST so far ❤

finally Justin reacts to this

They are a curious band. I listened to a couple songs then decided to go see them a couple weeks later. They were really good and I believe they will only get bigger. Much to the dismay of "metal purests" 😆

So glad he made the tool comparison lol

Right on!😎🤘

Hey Justin did you try to back heel your plectrum into the crowd and completely fail in Leeds the other day? It would have been super cool, iconic even if you had pulled it off...dont give up!

Would you consider reviewing Anthony Vincent's style videos(if you haven't already). I follow both your channels and he does some great vocal styles. Thanks in advance. All the best for the remainder of the tour.

This video title did my head in because I initiailly read it as "Who do people even sleep like Tolkien"

i would really love it if you watched something by a band called vildhjarta. they're a swedish THALL band (kind of a version of djent)

Did you choose to review "Sleep token" because you were sleepy?😴 (sorry for the bad joke) Congrats for the tour! and have a little rest because we are craving for more tour dates!!!🤩

Old Cameo nice! FLIRT!!!

Can tell they're Deftones fans. And fanatic gamers. Which they evidently all are based on their lore, twitch streams and socials.

When you talk about complicated time signatures, did you mean Math-Rock, or is it Meth-Rock?

My comment is about you Justin. I only found you while down the rabbit hole of Ren Since then, I find you real. Authentically yourself, you do react open heartedly.

It resonates with the medicalized part of being alive (IV lines, anesthesia, lasers)

Much more aPerfectCircle than tool. Chokehold, for example.

Because they're F***ing amazing :)

Thread the Neesle is an old sing by them but AMAZING

Leprous- Castaway Angels!

All 4/4, just heavily syncopated and avoiding emphasising the ‘1’. Mwah *chef’s kiss*

Ere Justin, how do you cope with the come down of ending a tour and going back into family / civillian life?

look at their Spotify followers... a growth of 800,000ish listeners in one month...people like them lol. Love your channel!

my bassist showed me them when we were on tour a few years back, I like them, prog-metal beyond Tool or Mastadon have always kind of gonna little over my head though, I dig it, I just don't process much of it, but I suppose I got into bebop a couple years ago, so there is hope.

7:27 I laughed so hard 🤣

No need to apologise Justin, you need some time off. We love you and understand. You were all great at the Liverpool gig and I met some new friends. It's all good.

THIS IS CRAZY COOL!

Objective truth. Because hot topic told the sheep they’re good.

Not gonna lie i kinda hated it when i heard it and i've grown no appreciation for it since then. Still on the journey of trying to find what people see in this band

🤘😜🤘

That looks like a spacemarine..someone call games workshops lawyers

It would be fun if you listen to paledusk or twelve foot ninja, they like to bend and merge genres in their songs

its a actually 4/4 after the phrase is 4 bars and after the second repetition there's 1 more bar of a fill riff to lead into the verse.

Last time I said Sleep Token “Sounds like Imagine Dragons had a baby with Royal Blood, but didn’t inherit the “Oomph” gene!”. I stand by what I said but this song sounds like the resulting baby dipped its toes into heavy metal, freaked out and reverted to form. The three distinct styles in this song make it feel like Sleep Token haven’t quite found their identity yet IMHO. Beautiful guitar, Justin! Look after yourself, we all need a rest every now and then, even you! 😜🥰

I'm so confused, was there a comments video that's disappeared or have I lost the plot?

it broke my brain the first time around too but this is actually 4/4 :O

STAND UP FROM THEIR STOOLS 😂😂😂

It's an absolute crime that he hasn't reacted to Meshuggah yet

oh because the music is good.

Ya mustache head, ya.

Hi ya Justin.. you don’t seem like your usual self mate. Maybe the touring has u a little worn out atm. I’m sure it’s a blip. Ur an inspiration mate.. take care. Love the channel ✌🏼🫶

Regarding the radio play....they play this song all the time on sirius channel 37

In the first time you reviewed sleep token you mentioned a singer they sound like,I believe they sound more like Roland Orzabel

It's Metal Plus Everything Good.

Hey Justin cool relax play your music it’s great

I feel that Zelda reference hard