The Newfangled Four • Gaston Parody • arr. Anthony Bartholomew • 2023 Quartet QuarterFinals

[@connerrock1164]

The reveal of Jackson’s name only to mess up saying the quartet name Prolly the funniest joke in NF4 history 😂

[@zanyboy8k]

WEVE BEEN WAITING 5 YEARS TO HEAR HIS NAME

[@jamesodwyer4181]

"Then why didn't they?" Dammit, can't breathe. Laughing too hard.

[@volatile5460]

“Yas queen slay like jackson” continues to be my favorite part of this song

[@ZTMachine1]

Oh my god I don't notice that til' you pointed it out that's amazing

[@avacadoufo6964]

5:47 "Oh, that's a Pokémon. You caught that Pokémon-" I'm dying

[@franartthegeek5009]

I'm so excited that they're back! Even though Ryan is gone, we have to commend their progress and love to see Marcus be integrated into their comedy dynamic smoothly!

[@ThePoder1234]

What happend to Ryan?

[@QuartetLead]

Texas, I believe... among other things@@ThePoder1234

[@Joshlama]

@@ThePoder1234moved interstate, focused on other musical projects

[@LarissaDawn]

@@ThePoder1234 he's a vocal coach/teacher at his local jazz school

[@cherik.]

​@@ThePoder1234........yeah.......I was thinking the same thing.

[@SignatureStampsFan]

Marcus is pure vocal glue. Stud of a baritone. Seamless.

[@justadam3186]

YES!

[@ethanchapman1776]

The first few performances with him that I heard I was a bit skeptical, but I think he was the standout member of the group at the international!

[@justadam3186]

3:30 I love how smoothly both Jake and Jaxcssissippi transition between background and melody singing. It's one of my favourite parts of this performance. The unison directly following is also disgustingly smooth

[@peace_maybenot]

five years and Jackson finally got to say his full name properly! I'm so proud

[@felisd]

Gotta admit his last name was not pronounced exactly the way I imagined it. 😄

[@fieryvale]

I'm blown away by this version of Gaston (Parody)! It's somehow smoother than last time, Marcus adds a fun new dynamic, and the change in lyrics makes it even funnier than before!

[@fieryvale]

Has it really been five years? I think I'm getting old...

[@TheJazzzter]

Love this group more than ever, but gee, does someone have a "Gaston Complex" or something???

[@fieryvale]

@@TheJazzzter Jacksahn might. I know the other three tried to give him one.

[@thatelectropig8678]

2:05 never noticed Marcus’s “it’s over there” but it has me cracking up I’ve seen this video like 40 times

[@realtylerdb]

“What’s your name again?” / “I’m an optometrist” 💀💀

[@SOENJAY]

After watching this version of the song countless times, I only just now noticed the maniacal little chuckle Joey does right before he goes into the super high note on the word "why". 1:48 It's the small details like that why I love these guys!

[@mermaidcirianneaqua]

0:39 Jake, THAT was fresh and fly 😍

[@cloudglider]

That note pass-off at 6:38 is so well arranged and executed!

[@judybeach3991]

😂

[@helenl3193]

Ridiculously good! 🤯🤩

[@SkyBlue-cv8qb]

They've done this so many times, but "Nachos Bell Grande" was new and did make me laugh

[@MasonEubank]

i love the poo dangled four

[@PanHoover882]

Poo dangled floor

[@gporto.]

"I'm an optometrist" 😂😂 idky that cracked me up so much

[@daidarabotchi3891]

I've grown to appreciate Marcus more and more seeing him in various performances - but gosh, that line of his from 1:19 to 1:27 - that's _amazing!_ So smooth, and the tone of his voice on the low note is incredible! The way he and Jake play of each other vocally is great, too. Sometimes its hard to pick him out among the others (which I suppose makes him a good baritone, haha), but hearing his softer tone is just lovely, like listening to butter. I'd love to have more opportunities to hear him in their songs.

[@Bigthompa21]

Best tag ive heard them do of this song ever! Medal next year, cant wait.

[@thatmagicstore]

Who wrote this awesome chart for you? It's Anthony Bartholomew...

[@erikfaringer9593]

Jackson being more ballistic with his moments are golden

[@mr.markley6962]

Watched this easily 10+ times... and just now noticed the seamless note hand off from Jackson to Jake right at the end.

[@petervolmert2112]

Dven though their performance was a rehash of past favorites it's awesome to see how much these guys have improved! That was a killer tag!

[@Lozza1991]

Yes these quarter finals performances were repeats, but their semi and finals performances were new and sensational

[@codybeames1534]

​@@Lozza1991 they truly were.

[@kitsuneprincess4637]

I finally know how to say Jackson's last name, this is the best! So happy seeing Marcus starting to find his role in the comedy as well!

[@xanianjamfalcon]

Love the Poon Tangled Four!

[@Hezkezl]

Poo dangled floor!

[@joshezell1236]

These dudes probably have no idea how many people they’ve inspired to do barbershop!

[@nikkireigns]

I ❤ the Poo Dangle Floor

[@kell_checks_in]

They've been polished/sharpened up so much. NICE.

[@jacksonwages]

Unfortunately, KZbin will only allow me to give this one 👍

[@hoopoloatucd]

God it's good to see NF4 competing again. They are so fun and talented.

[@jonathan_morgan_st]

Came here for the NF4, stayed to learn more about barbershop stuffs

[@jaredt.murphy8257]

Bravo! Long live the Newfangled Four!

[@raynwise]

Wow they still got it! And the new guy is great ❤

[@katiebarker4029]

RETURN OF THE KINGS!!!

[@MSA03]

THEY'RE BACK BABY! And stayed in the 10, super pumped for thw future of this quartet

[@WilliamAiken]

6:38 nerding out for this chord.. HOLY

[@hollysalmonbagel3506]

They keep improving, it’s insane now

[@Nutball33]

They have improved so much! I miss ryan but the new new fangled four is great

[@dylanline904]

I feel like from their performances, this year, they've made some nods to FRED and mainstreet. You can see what kind of group they want and like to be and i love it. (Yes i know most of these were just some Good Ol Newfangled classics) i guess im really just refering to "Joe Re Mi". But still! Love your work guys!

[@Carl8822]

as someone who enjoys listening to barbershop quartets, but doesn’t know the rules, i don’t understand why this group doesn’t win or at least is in the top three

[@Lozza1991]

I used to think I understood. But this year I seriously don't get some of the scores.

[@gloriouslyimperfect]

I think they lose out a bit on the vocal and musicality categories because they are such a performance driven group

[@dclark142002]

In the past, the quality of the sound and the perfection of their singing has lagged a bit behind some of the more successful groups. NF4 has always known their niche was their comedy style, which isn't rewarded as much in the points as the pure music theory stuff, at least as far as I can tell. This year though, they were much improved. Listen to NF4 from say 2019 and compare with a group like Ringmasters...you can really hear the difference in control and also vocal range.

[@codenameu.arctos3747]

love the new throwaway lines and meta commentary. plus, as others have said, this is the best one yet!

[@crabstuf1469]

I keep replaying that tag at the end. its so good!!!

[@joslynlay9723]

You may not be a very good lead! LOL Just kidding! The ending gave me chills and I love the updated version. I had to pause at Nachos Belle Grande because I was laughing so hard!!!! And you finally all snapped at the same time! :)

[@WilliamAiken]

2:35 gets me everytime

[@Tepedinoo]

A Joke five years in the making. Wonderful! Also, can we appreciate for a second (or 12) how long Jackson holds that penultimate note? Holy crap

[@greenday61892]

WHAT A TAG!! I think this might be the definitive version of this piece of theirs

[@TheTivec]

That was a ride! Awesome work guys! And the tag was great! Second to last chord 😮😮🎉

[@TsunamiKai23]

I have missed them for years, so glad to see them return! Another wonderful round of Jackson!

[@moet805]

We LOVE them!! 🥳. Y'all did amazing with this song!

[@LarissaDawn]

NF4 and Main Street are the only groups I'll listen to voluntarily.

[@borbicus]

marcus is amazing omg

[@stillatin]

I'M AN OPTOMETRIST! 😂

[@JandCfilms1]

Gosh I love these guys SO MUCH

[@QuartetLead]

SOUND. ING. AWESOME!!! Love the changes in the parody, too! lol

[@noalowenstein6741]

THE KINGS HAVE RETURNED

[@karmen181]

Do we know how far they got ? I would listen to them over and over ..

[@saraalhashimi2650]

6th again unfortunately

[@codybeames1534]

​@saraalhashimi2650 but fortunately we may see them again next year. A vicious cycle, selfishly worth it for the fans.

[@yeshevishman]

​@@codybeames1534I'm from the future and I have GREAT news!

[@zero7329]

you caught that pokemon😂😂😂😂😂

[@PhilGeissler]

Bravo!

[@nickluna5995]

Name pronunciation reveal at 5:58

[@OrajiQue]

THEY'RE BACK

[@PeterMaleitzke]

WOW!

[@johnyokoyama123]

BRAVISIMO!!!!!!!!!

[@lesleywilbourne7823]

Fantastic

[@banquote4253]

always comment for the NF4

[@francotomatillo]

Yay they’re back!

[@yoshless]

Awesome

[@atomic32205489]

That last chord!!!!

[@corquescrew]

There's been so much improvement on this one! The pockets are seeeeamless

[@coro_music]

THEYRE BACK!!!

[@margretblair5389]

These guys are great 😃

[@derschweigaa]

2:34 is by far my favorite part of this whole song

[@TravlinThomas]

wow, you guys sound amazing!!

[@JeffinBville]

I've got a crush on Jake.😀 (who doesn't?)

[@michaelkitto758]

Especially considering he is the first second and fourth hottest

[@JeffinBville]

@@michaelkitto758 Have you seen Martin at Lemon Squeezy?

[@TPCMusicYT]

Man I just watched the old version again today & the comedy in this one surpasses that one sad that Ryan is gone though

[@jeremiahscott2032]

4:00 perfection minor change 2:35 was pretty too

[@mikeaustin5139]

we are so back

[@thewizard5291]

Jake is sounding fabulous

[@Lozza1991]

He's always had a beautiful voice. I think the quartet's maturity after 10 years, and some clever arranging (Bare Necessities is a standout), have allowed him to sing more full throated these days. That last passed off note was jaw-dropping.

[@FrenchHenchman]

FINALLY!!!

[@CatholicQuartet]

This is so funny

[@Think_Deep]

I do wish they could change the lyrics so they're not trying to rhyme "Marcus" with "electrifyin'". Other than that, this is great.

[@the_comfy_pa3da150]

Huh?

[@Think_Deep]

The original lyrics for part of the song were: "For there's no pipes so electrifyin' Perfect, the purest of pitch. You can ask any Joe, Jake, or Ryan, And they'll tell you he's surely a son of a... Rich set of parents who could afford quality voice lessons." "Pitch" rhymed with "rich", and "electrifyin'" rhymed with "Ryan". When Marcus became the new baritone, they replaced his name in the song, but now the line doesn't rhyme.

[@sovietbagl9039]

"I'm an optometrist!" "OHHH!"

[@elkindangen152]

How I miss them,,, Are that guy on the right new?? I dont remember he is in Newfangled four??

[@elkindangen152]

Ohh I remember who is missing... The baritone guyyyyy...... SAAAADDDDDDD......

[@FrenchHenchman]

@@elkindangen152 YEah Ryan left the group mid pandemic in 2020. MArcus, the new guy, officially joined the group last year

[@royoser9956]

This song should be getting old or less funny by now. But it isn't. Brilliant.

[@Lozza1991]

Guessing this will be its last run though

[@caseyw6950]

Give them the gold already. stop rigging the winners

[@figmo397]

I just rewatched the performance from years ago (kzbin.info/www/bejne/bF7TiaeJqt14jqM) side-by-side with this one. You can tell how hard these guys work both by the way 90% of the performances line up note-by-note and sometimes even joke by joke, and where they've added new material (such as "My parents could afford to give me the finest voice lessons." "So why didn't they?"). I hope they get first place next year.

[@saraalhashimi2650]

They got 5th this year, finally in the medals! ❤️

[@aleksjenner677]

so what was their placing?

[@Lozza1991]

6th

[@aleksjenner677]

@@Lozza1991 they deserved higher than that

[@Lozza1991]

@@aleksjenner677 My thoughts as well. The thing is, judging against the criteria rates them in 6th place, and we must assume this to be fair and technically accurate. But the live audience going nuts, and YTubers clicking away in their tens of thousands, shows how this group have nailed actually reaching and thoroughly entertaining their audience - which really is the ultimate aim of any performer, I would think

[@aleksjenner677]

@@Lozza1991 "we must assume this to be fair and technically accurate." naaaah at this point there's a conspiracy to keep them out of the top 5

[@Lozza1991]

@@aleksjenner677 I was being generous

[@PauloJunior-vx2cu]

I love Ryan, but Marcus is even better And Jake age like whisky

[@himura-miki]

I still prefer the version of spelling Jackson's name with the 7. Must be Belgian. Although I also love that every time they perform this, his name is spelled differently. Hoping one of these days they do a version where they spell his name correctly and he doesn't know how to respond.

[@mattdelavan8657]

I lost my shit when Joey said “I’m an optometrist”

[@SkyaRuna]

I'm an OPTOMETRIST!!!

[@Joelabramson-y5c]

Just heard that Jackson could afford singing lessons that he didn’t take.

[@qwerty3a]

the video quality is so bad they become 8-bit at 2:11

[@Flyingdingii]

3:05 “Can they still get a refund?”

[@bethpaige95]

Where’s Ryan 😭😭😭💔

[@heron2]

The video encoding looks very weird! 2:11

[@MoominJude]

More of the same from this group, never been a fan, but heyho God loves a trier.

[@harleyludy6596]

Their other two sets are entirely new and fantastic.

[@MoominJude]

@@harleyludy6596 good, but it's personal taste , not keen on parody groups. Hated Midtown's laborious winning song too

[@avbartholomew]

​​@@MoominJudecool thanks for letting us know!!

[@MoominJude]

@@avbartholomew don't take it personally, everyone has preferences!!

[@Lozza1991]

@@harleyludy6596 Couldn't agree more.