This is why I enjoy watching Brayden's content. He's not a Disney simp. When Disney disappoints he says so. He loves Disney but doesn't excuse their poor decisions. Keep up the great work!

Brayden, I drove Monorails for several years back in the mid-Eighties. I realize that so much of the actual autonomy of driving the trains has changed since I piloted one, but the progress made since even a few years ago is pretty astounding. The corresponding train color LED’s are the smartest thing they’ve ever done to assist Monorail Pilots driving at night and assist Monorail Operations visually identify where each train is at any given point on the beam. Plus, it just looks very cool! From a safety standpoint, they should’ve done this a long time ago... Great video. Thanks for the continuing Epcot construction updates.

Oil rigs is the right description.

Beacons of Magic > Harmonious Also, didn’t Disney say Harmonious was gonna be their biggest fireworks show ever? Didn’t seem like it unless I missed something.

Harmonious feels more like an interim replacement for Epcot Forever rather than Epcot Forever being the interim replacement for Harmonious

Love the monorail LED's and Spaceship earth. Harmonious - I agree completely with you, don't think it will last long.

I have gained even more respect for you from your honest review of Harmonious. You aren’t just shilling for media invites. Very fair. Thank you!

The original Illuminations was so great with all the international music and the focus was the world showcase and the illumination of the countries. I was especially impressed with the music chosen for the American portion “Rhapsody In Blues” Gershwin!

As usual your review is right in line with mine. Thank you for your honesty and not blindly saying it was okay. It is bad when they have to tell you good night it’s over. The best part was spaceship earth lighting up. Keep up the good work!!

I wasn’t excited about this show at all and figured it wasn’t going to be that great. Wish Disney would listen to there customers more on. Spaceship earth looks gorgeous!! Im so excited to see that.

Spaceship Earth lighting is absolutely amazing!! I hope Disney keeps this forever!!

I laughed when you talked about the retail idea that you don't want to distract the customer from the merchandise, because I worked for a pretty good clothing retailer that took their cues from Disney! They would say, "The customer is the guest," and, "We want our displays to sell a story, so that the customer can visualise their fantasy life when they live in our clothes."

It’s a crime this channel doesn’t have more subscribers. Fast, succinct, and honest presentation of park info. Video quality/editing is top notch as well. No need for 25-30 minute vlogs. Awesome job! Keep up the great work wish you tons of future success with this channel.

Spot on analysis of Harmonious. What a snooze. I didn't like any of the music or IP shown. Big mistake having the main "screen" only fully viewable from 2 spots. Not planned very well. And those ugly barges in the middle of the lake - don't get me started on those.... Loved the updates on Club Cool and the new shop. Spaceship Earth LED lights look awesome, as does the LED lighting on the monorail. Glad some of your subscribers took care of you at Space 220. A little pricey, but I can see myself going there and spending the extra for the experience. Keep up the awesome coverage of WDW!

I didn’t think of the angles of the center barge until you pointed it out. When I went recently, you can just barely have a center view from Japan. They probably thought they could get away with it due to the side barges but they put the main media on the biggest screen that literally 80% of the Showcase can’t even see.

Brayden, you continue to earn my respect by being frank and not brown nosing the Mouse. You are a credit to your profession. You epitomize the notion that you can love Disney and still stay objective. Thank you for your honest review.

Well no one can say you are in Disney’s pocket, that’s for sure, Brayden. Way to tell it like it is. Although for me less pyro is not a bad thing. My service dog never likes the loud bangs the fireworks make and friends with an autistic child can never stay more than a minute before he has problems, and ear plugs don’t work. Looks like a lot of progress at EPCOT, I hope they get it all done this year. Looking forward to going after all the 50th hoopla dies down, and more attractions are open. Good reporting as always Brayden!

Seems like World of Color with everything above the water. WOC looks much better

You're absolutely 100% correct that the oil rigs are a blight on the Lagoon. It was better when they had barges that they could bring out at dusk. That way, the sightline was clean and non polluted. Like you, I like the previous show, much better. It wasn't about the fireworks, it was about the uplifting message, and the patriotism. And, you are absolutely right that some of the intellectual property belongs in other parks.

It was great to hang out with you again last night watching this show. I have an idea,..."flip" this show in two years into "Reflections of Earth 2.0" use all this new hardware to progress and develop all the themes and concepts of Reflections of Earth into a new show. New imagery, new music, and a new modified story that still fits the RoE tradition! I can visualize that! This hardware can be saved and repurposed into a brand new version of a show that we already love deeply! You ROCK buddy!!!

How can you justify removing an iconic, meaningful show like Illuminations ROE (which had the best soundtrack ever) & replacing it with this mish- mosh of songs that have no connection to EPCOT? I don’t understand what Disney is thinking. I didn’t get the “Harmonious” theme. It felt more hectic than harmonious.

Definitely a huge let down and hopefully, it has a short shelf light just like Happily Ever After. Spaceship Earth looks spectacular!

Seeing Brayden's smile at the beginning of his videos is the highlight of my day!

Brayden, I agree with your review of Harmonious. I'll be there Sunday to see it in person, but sight-lines is something they can't fix. Love Spaceship Earth and lights on the monorail.

Harmonious probably gonna be canceled after the 50th ends. I don’t see it lasting as far as that

Disney can do BETTER! Disney SHOULD do better. It is what it is though.

Spot on review as ALWAYS! Unfortunately I was sadly disappointed. The two main focal points at 12 and 6 like you mentioned are blocked by the America Gardens theater and the VIP viewing area at the entrance to World Celebration. Which tells you alone their priorities.

You do an awesome job my friend! One comment about the Space 220 restaurant, I am old enough to remember the Horizons pavilion and find it ironic that everyone is going crazy about the great space themed interior of this new restaurant, because what it replaced is not only a pavilion that showcased space but also included incredible desert and ocean living, it was amazing! People today would have loved it! This new restaurant is but a taste of the amazing glory that was the Horizons pavilion.

Thanks for the opportunity to keep current with Epcot’s status. I too was disappointed with the “oil rig” barges and the IP show. Epcot was intended as a view of the world and its unique countries and trades. Harmonious is not consistent with the unique cultures represented in Epcot - too bad - a clear misunderstanding by Chapek!

SSE looks so gorgeous! And you are right, Brayden, the beginning and end needed more punctuation. We also were watching the live stream & were asking if it's over. Also the first 3 minutes without pyro is a snoozefest. They need to add some fireworks- not even a huge amount. Just a few booms even.

Thank you for your honest assessment. Disney needs new leadership NOW. Chapek needs to go before the onslaught of damage he is leaving in his wake becomes irreversible. We are at a tipping point. I hope the stockholders understand how much he is doing to destroy the Disney brand that has been carefully crafted for half a century

Thanks, Brayden, for such great coverage of this. So much info! I agree with your evaluation. The barges are an eye-sore during the day. Since you must be at the 6 or 12 o'clock spots to view the show correctly, and the length of time we will have to wait in order to have a good spot (especially when it's crowded), I think most people will be disappointed. However, Spaceship Earth is awesome!!! I love the monorail as well. Thanks also for the Space 220 Restaurant coverage. This is another outstanding video, Brayden.

I was pretty underwhelmed and disappointed with Harmonious. Seems like it’s designed to save money through less pyrotechnics. The Epcot ball looks cool though!

Bring back illumination anyone else???

The fireworks were terrible. Chapek cutting costs so obvious.

THANK YOU TO THOSE WHO HOOKED HIM UP AT 220!!!! That is Disney Magic right there!

Big things: Harmonious, a big, loud, heavily marketed nighttime show that places so much attention on itself day and night Small things: LED lights on buildings that accentuates the mood and atmosphere, and doesn't intrude on the surrounding area

Good for you for calling them out on Harmonious! It looks cool but the IP ruins it and needs more pyro!

Reminds of the failed “Light Magic” lol back at Disneyland under Paul Pressler in the 90s. I thought they said the countries would be incorporated more? Did I miss that? As a former Epcot Guest Relations host and VIP Tour Guide during the Illuminations Reflections of Earth and Tapestry of Nations era…I feel Harmonious doesn’t do anything to make you feel inspired. I honestly felt rather empty as a life long Disney fan who cares about the guest experience. There was nothing unique and “must see” about this show. Where was the flow? Where was the story and the heart? Where was the originality??? The finale song Harmonious is “Someday” from the credit sequence of Disney’s Hunchback of Notre Dame…that was maybe something I enjoyed but only because it has been enhanced (the original song is a snooze). This was just messy. The diehard Disney fans don’t want to hear that but there comes a time whern you have to start being honest and accept that the creativity and imagination level is not what it used to be. The only way you’ll get better Is by not supporting lackluster experiences. It’s like settling for a bad relationship. Epcot is a unique theme park and it deserves unique, creative and thrilling experiences that invite you to discover new possibilities. This is not it.

Excellent reporting and I love your honesty to us as that is so important to me. Thank You!

Lots of respect and props giving an honest take on everything that is occurring at the parks. We don't owe Bob C. Anything.

Spaceship Earth is fantastic, Harmonious is awful.

I’ve got to say I loved the 4 second finale

Thank you so much for the honest review of Harmonious. I agree wholeheartedly!

Spot on with your review of Harmonious, Brayden! I agree with you 1000%! Love those new monorail lights and “the beacons.”

love the honest review of the show dude, keep up the great work

It is so refreshing to see you in the parks, rather than parked behind your desk.

I watched it on the Parks Blog and was not overwhelmed. I was concerned about how it would look from multiple angles as well. I will hold my final opinion till Jan when I am there. Nice job on this!!!

AGAIN, I appreciate your honesty Brayden!!!!!!!!!!

I LOVE your honest opinions on these things and your outspoken criticism of the things Disney is doing! I totally agree! We need to speak out and speak up and let them know we are not happy with their decisions!

That was really kind of those Guests at Space 220

Harmonious was AMAZING! Literally one of the best fireworks show i ever saw The finale makes me have chills

Always appreciate you keeping it real, Brayden!

Spaceship earth looks beautiful, can’t wait to see it in person next year. Wasn’t keen on Harmonious - too busy - didn’t know what to look at and the sound wasn’t great. Will have to see it in person to know for sure. Thanks for taking us with you to see it Brayden

Fantastic video! I am beyond impressed, as always, with the amount of work put into it. You have such a quality channel.

Like the fact that you’re honest with your opinions. Keep up the great job. 👍🏻 👍🏻

Thanks for keeping it real! Love this video!!

As bad as Harmonious is, I have hope it could be easily fixed with new story tweaks and better pacing/transitions. The most expensive part is fine imo (barges, pyro, fountains).

Your video is the first I've seen that makes the LEDs on spaceship earth look good... so kudos to that. 110% Agreed with everything you said in this video. And wow, nice surprise with monorails! I like it!

I do preferred the Spaceship lighting more than the Harmonious show; I could sit and watch that newly lighted sphere all night long.

The spaceship Earth lights are amazing! I hope they never take those off. Dude, you had the best coverage and I love your enthusiasm about the parks. Congrats on eating at space 220 and keep up the great vids👍🏻😀

First off, Brayden, the new hair cut and scruff looks fantastic on you! Just sayin 🤷🏼‍♂️ it would be awesome to run into you next year! Also, thanks for all the updates! These are always a blast. You are awesome.

I love the details you notice like the cloud over future world

as always.... awesome and honest reporting! Thanks so much! ( and I agree with you100% )

Love the LEDs on the monorail!!!!!

The Monorail lights and Space Ship Earth lights made my day! 😃👍

Your fans are amazing! You do amazing content with your channel. Happy 50th!

I think Space 220, the Monorail, and Spaceship Earth felt the most Disney as far as Epcot overhauls go. Based on what we've seen from Disney as far as shows and movies in the last year, and certain parts of the park but not others... I think the Imagineers are currently in a fight with the execs. Like I can feel the tension between those creative people who fell in love with the Soul of the park, and the execs watching budget, in the park itself. You'll see a ton of detail in some parts but not others. I don't know if you noticed, but that's something I've been majorly feeling.

The monorail led lights look great, didn’t Disney have the manufacture, Bomberder of Canada, completely overhauled the entire fleet of trains. Especially when they are over 32 years old! Spaceship earth looks beautiful with the new lights. The fireworks were okay but not like before, they skimped on this Successor. Thank you Braden for your great work here.

Great Job Braydon as always. I appreciated your honest review.

Nothing like reality to confirm expectations. Thanks for the update and video

Love your honesty. Spaceship Earth looks great, really elegant and something different from the overused projection mapping. Harmonious... well, it looks pretty generic. Would have preferred just a World of Colour style show that doesn't have as much visual impact during the day. I was worried Harmonious would be a disappointment when it even looked meh in Disney's promo videos.

Thanks Brayden for remaining honest! I couldn’t agree more with you!

I saw this show live for the first time Sunday night. I’m usually a very optimistic and open minded person and when Harmonious ended it was not something I feel like I had to see again right away. I can count the amount of times that’s happened with me at Walt Disney World on one hand. Technically the show is very impressive, but I think that is part of the problem. They got way too excited about jamming as much tech into the show as they could that it makes the whole thing feel overdone. There are no transitions between segments, just stops and starts, or "fade to black" moments. The Disney music and characters feel like spoon feeding, like Coco is a movie that takes place in Mexico so it's good for EPCOT, but with that the show does not spur imagination, it tells you what to imagine. Another problem was there were technical issues. For example, an issue with the laser projections last night. It was breezy, not windy, but just a bit breezy and that was enough to disrupt the spray above the “stargate” to where the laser projections didn’t work. There was a large section of the “stargate” that wasn’t working during the Jungle Book section. Also some of the fountains seemed like they weren't spraying at full power or whatever you would call that. There are A LOT of moving parts in this show and that’s just setting yourself up for tons and tons of maintenance issues, especially when all this stuff sits outside all day long. Last but very much not least is, the only place you get the full experience of the show is from the World Showcase Plaza. It’s the only place in all of world showcase you get the straight on sightline of everything that’s going on. I arrived at the park at about 8:15 for the 9:45 show and that area of World Showcase lagoon was already 20 people deep waiting for the show to start. I get that from a business perspective it’s more profitable for Disney to go after the casual fan that goes to the park sometimes with loading in a bunch of IP, vs the hard core fan that’s there all the time and would rather see something more original. But in my humble opinion, (IMHO for the kids) this was Disney trying to hit a grand slam but instead it’s just a big swing and a miss and I really don’t think it’s worth having the incredibly large set pieces in the lagoon permanently. However with the amount of money they spent on the giant set pieces I imagine they'll stay and they'll design a different show using them. I think the eye sore will remain for quite a while into the future.

Great overview and video! Saw the harmonious barges in person for the first time a couple weeks ago and they are even worse looking in person. Giant eyesore

I'm pissed they got rid of Inca Kola at Club Cool, so I had to travel all the way down to Peru to get some.

Best Disney channel by far, good work!

The collective cheer when the beacons of light came on my heart 😭😭

Great job ,i love your honesty.

I saw you recording some of this at club cool on the 27th!! It was so cool to see you but my parents didn't let me come and say hi

Fantastic video! Can't wait to see Harmonious in person!

Your content is so informational i love it. PS your new teeth are on point very good! 😁👌🏼

Thursday night Harmonious show was the preview for all the Disney execs. We were by the boat dock near Mexico and the gift shop along the water. They had a special VIP area blocked off for them. Iger, Chapek, DiMarro were all there watching. We saw them walk in. I completely agree, this is not an Epcot show. They should have torn down the castle in Magic Kingdom and put this show there where it belongs. The LED show last night on Spaceship Earth after most people were in the parking lot was for the VIPs. We watched it from the parking lot while we waited for traffic to ease up. That part was the best part of what I saw last night. I'm surprised they didn't do that sooner

ok, the arms firing off shots was pretty badass

Great Video Brayden…thank you very much…we were at Disney in Dec 2019 and want to return badly !!!…i’m not gonna comment on Harmonious, i’ll let others do that…but Spaceship Earth looks awesome and the LED’s beneath the Monorail is a great idea !!…once again, thanks for all that you do, it’s much appreciated

I totally agree with you about Harmonious, Brayden!😂 The LEDs look sic! Can't wait to get back to WDW! Monorail under carriage LEDs too!? Rad!👍👍👍

I wish you had included "Dig A Little Deeper" in your review. It was THE BEST part of Harmonious, and gives Princess and the Frog the shine it deserves. That movie is criminally underrated, IMO

Spaceship earth made me cry 🥲

Spot on commentary and opinion!!!👍

Awesome footage, and an excellent commentary!

Thanks for your honest views on the new harmonious. I agree with what you said. I was hoping maybe it would seem better when you are up close and personal versus watching it on the live feeds. I won't be there until January to see it for myself..

It"s been so fun watching Brandon grow up thru the years. That little boy who reviewed the monorail set so many years ago is now a man but the little boy still lives inside. ❤

Great video update! I totally agree that Spaceship earth looks incredible and is the best addition to Epcot so far. I still think they should have went the World of Color route and make it bigger and better since the lagoon is larger and you don't have to see it during the day. But, we'll see what Disney does to Epcot.

WOW!!!!!🤩🤩 Great work, Brayden!!!😘😘 Because of Disney announcements, and Because of you, Spaceship Earth are now turned into Beacon of Magic!! And HarmonioUS was perfect!!!😁😁 and I remember about the story and the songs from the past!!! And now, the Future World name are NO MORE!!!! Because WALT DISNEY WORLD'S 50TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION AND EPCOT'S NEIGHBORHOODS HAS FINALLY JUST BEGUN!!! And along with Disney Enchantment, Disney KITETAILS ARE MORE!!! And I can't wait for see a sneak preview of the upcoming attractions and projects at Walt Disney World, including Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser!!! And so, World Showcase, World Nature, World Discovery and World Celebration are now unified!!! GOODBYE, FUTURE WORLD!!! WELCOME TO EPCOT'S NEIGHBORHOODS!!!

By any other name: “Mistake on the Lake” just the same. No emotion driving music and no room left for imagination. The beauty of Disney is making something simple “magical” like Small World. This is way over engineered (NOT IMAGINEERED) and still counts on pyro that has nothing to do with the barges! CRAZY!

I suppose that if Mission: Space doesn't make you hurl, perhaps Harmonious will. Before you stated it, I was certainly thinking it; the show will probably go the way of Rivers of Light. You're always going to get your Disney shills who will clap like seals for Harmonious or Chapek's D23 announcement for their merchandising partnership with Target. However, I continue to witness negative reactions from the quickly declining Disney experience, even from cast members and this certainly doesn't go unnoticed. Disney won't change until their wallets hurt and I think that point is coming soon.

I appreciate your honest opinion

Hi Brayden! First I absolutely love your approach to your videos!!!! You are so informative and you know you stuff, to put it simply. Quick question please. In one of your other videos you said something to the effect that made me think that you weren't going to be doing Mickey Views for much longer. Did I misunderstand? I pray I did because you have now my favorite youtuber when it comes to Disney. Please tell me that you are in for the long haul with your Mickey Views! Thank you for all of your hard work and I hope to run into you this coming September 2022 when we come back to WDW. I would love to buy you a dinner too. Please take care and be safe.

Monorail 🚝 street glow It’s also lowered and has bass boosted music 🎶

I know what you mean about the barges. It was the exact same thing with the sorcerer‘s hat at Disney (MGM) studios. Best Disney studios day for me was when it came down.