Bass Singer REACTION & ANALYSIS - Disturbed | The Sound of Silence

[@PeterBarber]

Well folks, here it is -- my analysis and breakdown of my favorite version of this legendary song. It's been near and dear to my heart since it came out in 2015, and it remains among my favorite songs all-time. Stunning, powerful, and timeless -- I hope you enjoy it as much as I do! Much love.

[@heathervona7883]

Thank you!!! Thank you!!! Thank you for reacting to this song.....I grew up listening to the S&G version, which I love.....But the first time I heard this I was totally blown away by the intensity of emotions that I felt while listening....This has become my favourite song of all time.....I listen to it almost every day...I had never heard of Disturbed before I heard them perform this.... Please react to "If I ever lose my faith in you" (Sting cover) and "A reason to fight"...The official live video of A reason to fight is amazing, and the messaage behind it touches all who listen to it....I've heard both the live and the studio versions and they are both amazing..... I know next to nothing about musical composition, but your explanations are easy to understand and make a lot of sense to me....I notice things that I would not have noticed before after your explanations.... Edited to add.....The Disturbed version, live with Myles Kennedy is amazing too....

[@joshgant0112]

U gotta do Geoff Castellucci- the grinch, and headless horseman

[@Thisismeeeeee]

1st time here. Ur voice..😳🥰

[@pamkowaski1608]

I don't know if you know a bit about David's history. His father was a priest, and he grew up singing in a church choir. People are so surprised at how high he goes, but he says it is due to the choir singing when he was younger.

[@thanosdarkseid8695]

curious, no reactions to Misty Mountains - Peter Hollens feat. Tim Foust ............ The Sound of Silence - Peter Hollens feat. Tim Foust ........................... AND the do black is the color of my true loves hair..............think you seen misty mountain......i look for vocal reactors more than just reactors as they know not what ya'll do.... month suicide hell and 16 days now!!! covid hell odd after effects lungs huge infections im no longer myself death is a blessing soon i assume, i seek to fill time on youtube eyes cant focus on my video game play or sitting up more than 10 so minutes....useless doctors.................

[@jeffbowden8367]

Dude, seriously, you need to get yourself a gig with a book publisher and do audio books. I could listen to your spoken voice all day 🔥🇬🇧

[@mibesto8039]

I 100% completely agree!! Peter your voice, even just speaking, is absolutely amazing. As the old proverbial saying goes, I could listen to you read the phone book! 🤣🤣🤣✌🏼♥️. Keep up the great work!

[@susanneiden9895]

How about Hogfather from Sir Terry Pratchett?! Just thinking of it makes my heart jump.

[@Chronically_Kimberly]

Absolutely Agreed!!

[@sjenny5891]

Horror stories. Have you heard Geoff Castellucci? You sound a lot like him talking. Just listen to him read the Raven. I get chills. I would pay for the audiobooks.

[@deborahjeanne2141]

I totally agree with Jeff Bowden about your voice. The biggest problem with audio books are the ppl reading them. Many read too fast, are not articulate, don’t enunciate. You have the perfect voice for audio books. I also could listen to you all day. Your voice is perfect for talk radio too - if you’re not already doing that.

[@Lite93891]

I hope people get that the first few seconds of the video ARE the Sounds of Silence. The visuals of this video were produced with such perfection. David Draiman's voice is the only voice that could ever bring such power, emotion and appreciation to the lyrics of this song.

[@tiffymcconkey]

Simon gave his blessing on this cover to David and said our version was a warning, yours is the war. He isn't wrong. I love this cover

[@1diagram]

This is a rare case when a cover actually tells the story of the lyric better than the original. Thank you for your breakdown and your passion.

[@nannerfly345]

I'm musically illiterate (can't read it, write it, sing or play it) and I only know a song is incredible when it rattles me to the core and this MUSIC VIDEO does just that, in a million different ways - the story-telling or visuals are just as overwhelming to the senses as the spot-on perfect voice of David Draiman's singing. Just Incredible! Leaves me breathless every time!

[@sacilexi231]

Simon and Garfunkel version is melancholy, a powerless emotion. Pentatonix version is hopeful, a waiting emotion. Disturbed version is angry, a powerful emotion.

[@RosheenQuynh]

One's a warning, the other's angry for the warning wasn't heeded

[@carollittle1059]

The song is about the message of people ignoring what's happening around them.

[@sarahkinsey5434]

What do you think about Peter Hollens and Tim Foust's version?

[@robinwest-4949]

@@RosheenQuynh And the PTX version is the hope it will be heeded.

[@RosheenQuynh]

@@robinwest-4949 I've only heard it a couple times so I wouldn't know but it makes sense

[@7eyeswideopen177]

This was my husband's favorite song he loved this version. Sadly he lost his battle with cancer. You are so right the first time I heard it after losing him the words just jumped out at me like I had truly never heard them before😪💔

[@susanneiden9895]

I am so sorry for your loss. 😔 Sending you good thoughts and prayers. 🙏

[@silviamazzon4686]

I'm so sorry for your lost 😢 🙏 God bless you

[@7eyeswideopen177]

@@silviamazzon4686 thank you so much for your kind thoughts

[@ambergarner8471]

There is a tremendous live performance of David doing this on the Conan late show. He was sick during that performance but still sounded amazing. There is some slight auto-tuning that the producers threw in during post production. David was pissed at this and had requested ahead of time that they not use autotune.

[@ClaireBarn]

Yes. The Conan video shows a stunning live performance.

[@linhager12]

The live show is stunning... ❤ He was sick that day, but still did Fantastic. Like it a little more than the video.

[@AdamStraughan]

David is a MASTER. This version is simply stunning.

[@agnesyeche1887]

Like Aurora no ?? 🤣

[@kellygreen8255]

You’re the first person that I have seen to react who actually picked up on the theme of the video. The gulf between the ones with the sheet music and the ones with musical instruments. And how there was resolution at the end with the boat bringing them together to disturb the sound of silence. Kudos to you!

[@stephanietip]

Most people don't realize the "10,000 people"are on one side of the river bank are all holding sheet music in their hand,with the musicians standing on the opposite bank with their instruments.That they are literally separated by the river.At the end of the video,the musicians are on a boat crossing the divide.

[@Neppy22]

Distubed is my favourite band and I've seen them in concert many times. When this song starts the entire stadium goes silent. The fucking pit quiets down, its so mesmerising

[@alexbloss4163]

I never thought anyone could top this song. But they took it to another level

[@LadyFeline3]

This song is one of the only songs ever to give me a visceral reaction. That gut-wrenching, tear-inducing feeling. Absolutely love it so much!

[@tamsmith6751]

There is nothing more sexy and beautiful than a deep bass or baritone voice, Its so fluid, so deep and powerful, Davis slays it all of the way.

[@janw491]

I love how you are pointing out when the instruments come in. For someone like me who has absolutely no musical training it’s really helpful

[@mads_._]

The crowning glory of this song for me is just how differently it emotes from the original. Metal's influences makes it hit much closer to home. Really looking forward to more heavy music vids whenever they come 🙌🤘

[@slohanditalian46]

No one has broke this version down better than you and I have heard over 100 reactions. I have learned so much because of you. Thank you. I absolutely love this version and now even more because of your breakdown.

[@TracyH13]

Oh I just love Disturbed and this cover is nothing short of genius

[@kathyhutchins5130]

Sound of Silence featuring Myles Kennedy - fantastic.

[@brucegraham4142]

This is about my 30th reaction video to "Disturb's" version of "Sounds of Silence". Their version "blows me away" - thought provoking and "convicting" to me regarding it's accuracy of being prophetic. Want to say Peter, your analysis and attention to detail are fantastic!! Well done!

[@brendabellas7970]

He has an awesome voice, that talks to my soul.

[@crazymelomanka]

Wow what a voice you've got!!! Thank you for your reaction, cannot listen to this cover without tears.... Almost a torture to listen. David is simply brilliant.

[@CrochetIsLife54]

I grew up listening to Simon and Garfunkel in the 1960s. I bought every one of their albums. I always loved this song. Disturbed nailed it. Nobody does it better.

[@muntee33]

I wanna hear this bloke sing, What a Wonderful World....

[@alyn927]

I love this, it is my favourite version of this song. I really heard the lyrics for the first time, amazingly I can listen to this over and over. Powerful

[@amymbeauty8765]

This version forever gives me chills and tears at my heart a little. Few things are as powerful as this piece.

[@emmahayward6333]

I'll be honest and say Disturbed is usually not my thing at all, but my partner loves them so are often on his playlists. When I first heard this song I was driving and I made hubby play it back several times because I was so blown away and there was just so much to take in. It's not just full of emotion, it's all the emotions! Suggestions - Adam Lambert, and I'd love to hear your breakdowns of some real classics like Queen and Genesis, or George Michael, and Annie Lennox! They're all phenomenal (can you tell I'm old and British? 🤣🤦‍♀️).

[@ClaireBarn]

Glamberts unite!! Yes!

[@filipverstraeten8965]

I absolutely love the emotion you show, the look on your face when you listen to the lyrics and sing along.... Shows me that you really love music like a true professional.

[@lindawarden-burglund9603]

David's vocals are stunning and the video is, at the same time, dark but brilliant. It is, by far, my favorite version of this song. The power of it leaves all others in the dust! Thank you for your insightful analysis. Loved it!

[@ruthiewohlforth5464]

David Draiman....an unbelievable voice...whether singing in clear angelic tones or rasp. A voice that is one of the few on the planet that is instantly recognizable. You might like the live "Conan" version too. Loved your reaction to it Peter....was mine also. Try David's latest release "Dead Inside" with guitar diva Nita Strauss. If you haven't already heard it....it'll blow your mind. Thanks Peter for a great commentary....but not to much interruption....lol.

[@MasterDownUnder]

Yeah, but they auto-tuned him without his knowledge, and he was really pissed about it.

[@NikiBoBicki]

Watching your breathing particularly during the first few minutes was so telling. You had a physical reaction and your breathing seemed to help you deal with the building emotion, it was lovely!

[@suecameron3124]

Haven't watched this reaction in ages but saw your little snip and came back to it, I just love it.

[@Amulchan]

I absolutely love and appreciate the “completeness” of your commentary. You touch upon every aspect of the performance and the imagery. Thank you!

[@JD73RD]

Love your analysis. Best version of this song hands down. I’d like to hear your version. You certainly have an appealing voice.

[@IngenuousSoprano]

Henk Poort (a fellow opera singer) did a cover of this version on the Dutch TV show Beste Zangers (which Floor Jansen was also on). Might be up your alley.

[@lubotodo]

Great analysis! I listened with interest to your every word! You noticed every note, every nuance, the gradation...everything! In two weeks, I listened to over 1000 reactions to this cover - the original and the Conan version, and you currently hold the first place in analysis! Congratulations! :)

[@massamune70]

Hi Peter and everyone here. Hope you all are doing well. There are reaction videos where the sum of the reaction is "Wow, what a voice!" and nothing much else. Then there's your reaction.. Wow, your technical knowledge is amazing. I love how you break it down. Thank you for this 😂

[@toniallen1130]

I really enjoyed your respectful, musically informative break down of this amazing version. You have a great speaking voice as well!

[@adalon378]

As beautiful as David's voice is, what I really like about this reaction is your breakdown of everything going on in the background, instruments in this case. For a completely unttained ear like mine, this is what i imagined the brain of an acapella expert to be like.

[@mohunter68]

David Dramon has the best range of vocals that I have ever heard in my lifetime. That "Wha Ha Wah" shit that he does is classic.

[@cari4958]

This song came out in my early years. It’s always meant a lot to me, but listening to this and Pentatonix’s versions and YOUR commentary on them has brought an enormous growth in my appreciation of the song. I’ve always been a “listener of the words” kind of person and those words are what have affected me so much. Someone else in these comments noted the differences in the tone of S&G, Pentatonix and Disturbed’s attitude. I couldn’t agree more. Your explanation of how the words, music and visual images combine is very eye opening. Thank you for giving me a renewed appreciation of this music.

[@pamdimitrio4972]

Just wanted to let you know my owls love you and David. The owls start hooting along every time I play this.

[@KaivalaJenva]

This is my favorite cover of the piece as well and I loved Simon and Garfunkel as a kid . I like how you bring our attention to so many details we might miss listening. Tho I am surprised you didn't review a live recording.

[@picobello99]

A bass opera singer actually covered this version of the song. It's on the Dutch tv show "Beste Zangers" and his name is Henk Poort. You might want to check that one out too.

[@beeblebroxer8540]

Henk Poort is just incredible. Him and Floor Jansen together....goodness

[@brietea23]

I recently discovered your channel and have been loving your analysis! I am technically a professional vocalist (on a very small scale) but have always struggled to read music. My entire vocal career has been built on my ear and my understanding of music through feeling. It's very strange and nothing I would actually consider professional but I have somehow made it into a sustainable job. ANYWAYS, what I love about these videos is your extensive knowledge and willingness to walk us through the technicalities of vocal performance. I am learning so much by watching these and have been able to actually put names to the techniques I've been using, and musical "feelings" I've experienced throughout the years. I also really enjoy learning more about the Bass world! And lastly, it's so refreshing to see someone else geek out on music (meant in the best way) as I do! Thank you for all that you do!

[@Starchild42]

This video is my fave version.....he just smashes it!!!!!!

[@lisavrbas9589]

I love this reaction so thank you! No matter how many times I hear this version, I get all in my feels. Speechless!

[@GoddessNyx911]

Love your technical knowledge! Great analysis! I'm sure you've already checked it Home Free's cover of Man In Constant Sorrow. But just in case, they are an amazing acapella group that also breastbone beatboxes. All instruments are vocally produced. Simply amazing!

[@dutchgram3799]

I have experienced this song hundreds of times and I still feel it and love it!

[@lottiep3134]

I wish I could like this analysis more than once. Thank you so much for doing this one. I don't know if you've ever seen it but there's a video of Procul Harum singing A Whiter Shade of Pale live in Denmark back in 2006 and Gary Brookers voice sounds as good as it did when the song was first recorded back in 1967. I'd love to know what you think. Thanks again for your awesome analysis of music.

[@jennawhite5466]

He actually said that the highest note in the song without the metal sound was his range limit in an interview. And for a suggestion, The HU ft Lzzy Hale - Song of Women

[@celtzen]

Song of a Woman is amazing!

[@MarcusH]

So.... I just watched your review of the live version, and saw this one had a review here. And this is the one I wanted to comment on. Any artist, IMO, needs to watch this video. Because to me, it reflects the ... bravery of the music creators/producers/singers. Initially, all the instruments are destroyed. The piano that starts it all is on fire with only a few keys still even usable. So that's where it starts. And as David comes out of whatever hibernation/closet/bunker he had to hide in, the two help each other build and recover. Then a functional drum and banged up but still usable guitar are found, and introduced. Simple, sure, but amazing. Because as we then start seeing the .... "People", faceless, only shapes but holding music. And it dawned on me that the music they hold is the music of themselves, of their lives. And while David is gathering up the remains of 'music' we realize that whatever conflict/strike/detonation actually separated The People from the music. And The People were left ... voiceless. Shells. Unable to express what they needed to, to be seen, to be heard, to be understood. And as David (the song) kicks it up to the warning that was ignored, we see the boat coming through the fog that separated the lands, and we realize..... The music is coming back again, *despite* whatever strike had been done to it. That the music dusted itself off, and would learn from the warning unheeded, but it came back nonetheless. That the sound of silence was ..... dangerous. Dark. Isolating. And you all, the actual brave ones that use music and other performance art to try and build those bridges between people, try to help heal through shared experience..... That is why I feel everyone that does music production or criticism of any kind need to see this. The live version is truly amazing, but the imagery in the music video makes it, for me at least, a vastly different message and performance. The live version I like to think of as David storytelling to us all around a campfire (all the orange and blue lighting). This is a very different endgame in my mind.

[@peterjunggren8654]

One of the best reactions/breakdowns I've heard. Very incisive.

[@rh1203]

Appreciate your comments. Educational, not just a "WOW"!

[@sandyleewhite]

********LOVE HOW YOU REACT TO MUSIC, & YOUR BREAKDOWNS!!!******** If you decide to break away from your a cappella reviews, I would love your opinion and breakdown of Chris Cornell's voice, especially when he does a strip down version, of Nothing Compares to you.......it really is beautiful & full of raw emotion!

[@maxxtubsgsdsrule7252]

Damn….I am soooo happy that you critiqued this piece…..this song is sooo close to my heart and li ks me to my late father and I am always terrified when people cover favourite originals of mine. THIS however……this…..OMG! Just the BEST, BEST version. The raw gritty pain and emotion he evokes with his voice…..I just can’t 🤦🏼‍♀️😵‍💫 I love your channel….I learn so much. And I’m not even a singer!! I love voice and language and music but never had the chance to pursue anything. You are such a wonderful teacher with such connection and clear direction and explanation. Please continue and I hope you get so much support. Thank you 🥰👍

[@evaetterer6000]

Hello i am new on this Chanel, i am from germany and i like to hear you sing ! I love music ! Greatings from germany ❤ ❤ ❤

[@lindajohansson1909]

The smile you get on your face as David starts his final metal belt is a perfect portrayal of the pure joy of a small boy.

[@pamkowaski1608]

Loved this version since it came out. He has such an amazing and powerful voice.

[@rebelbabeconner9064]

The best analysis I have heard yet... I seek reactions to this every day... I feel this deeply in my soul

[@trishpetersen2906]

I’ve listened to a hundred reviews of this song. You get it! Niiiiiice.

[@Vetionarian]

I enjoy your depth of knowledge on how tracks are made and the effects of sound engineers as well as obviously understanding the vocalists strategies as well. Very insightful!

[@patwhitinger8504]

OMG ‼️ NY heart just skipped a beat .. You are very special and 😍🥰🤯

[@ondenacaraway1309]

I don't like heavy metal but this... It's so dramatic and lot's of feeling! Never heard this song done so well! I really like this rendition, just amazing!

[@adoracle1]

I watched another reaction to this song a few minutes ago and saw a grown man so moved he cried. I cried with him. It was beautiful

[@starstuff84]

Tears. Every time I hear it. It's pure, RAW emotion. Truly appreciate your insight into this piece.

[@robertleath438]

You need to watch his live performance on Conan. Breathtaking. I prefer it to the studio version, where I find the instruments overwhelming his voice.

[@psychescede1402]

The instrument boat at the end looked to me like an Ark type vessel that was crossing the divide reconnecting to the people who wrote the music on the opposite shore. The click popups oscure the ending image which I think is one of the most hopeful and powerful. Thanks for breaking down the symbolism as well as the music.♡

[@sharifinfrock7307]

I'm old enough that I bought this album when it first came out. I was in junior high. Several of my English teachers throughout high school used these lyrics as a poem for us to analyze.

[@OhSugarwastaken]

Talk about threading the needle...you are able to deliver technical critique/explanation in quite and educational manner without ever losing what music is all about - the feeling and the passion for how it SOUNDS. You seem genuine. I like you.

[@sylviawhipple4688]

I love your voice. Your reactions are awesome because your voice is so sweet to listen to

[@Jacorat]

I really wish I could have seen your reaction when you heard this version for the first time. Like you, I was blown away and still can’t stop listening to it. And I was around when Simon & Garfunkel released the original.

[@LZorbus]

I have been binging reaction videos to this song like crazy and this is probably the most technical on a broad level analysis of the song by far. Love it!

[@folklorequine]

Yet again a very insightful review/reaction, and it gives me as much joy seeing you react to the song as hearing what you think. Can't wait to hear you review Tomi's version esp for the growl note at the end!! Keep up the good work!

[@calmacdonald2417]

Nightwish... You should react to them. Ghost Love Score official live video. Floor's vocals will blow your mind.

[@nessienessie8798]

Your voice is like liquid dark chocolate 🍫 ❤ Could listen all my day 😍

[@chandleraskew6496]

I know it just came out but I can’t wait to see you react to voiceplay doing the wicked medley

[@loisjohnson7272]

wow, you too, have a beautiful voice,,you are pretty too,

[@smartinez4299]

Fantastic analysis. Also great speaking voice. Love to hear you sing!!

[@Deborah-ni9bj]

Yours has to be one of my favorite reactions. Very informative without babbling on like some do. Great reaction to this amazing and phenomenal singer do justice to this classic song. I'm a fan of Disturbed now!!

[@Alacarte0421]

React to Home Free - Man of Constant Sorrow and let us know if you like their Bass, Tim Foust.

[@PeterBarber]

I love Tim!

[@catherinehubbard1167]

Your insightful analysis added a lot to my appreciation and understanding. Did you notice that as the barge with the instrumentalists met the shore where the silent people were waiting with their sheet music, the sun of a new day broke through the roiling clouds? Fantastic visuals for this powerful musical poem that is even more on point now in the age of constant social media and isolation.

[@OpposingPony]

Just like me, you can't help but close your eyes for truly amazing music.

[@Polyphemus89]

One of the best explanations of this song I’ve ever heard, don’t remember where, was that the original was a warning, and this version was a eulogy.

[@susanrichardson5568]

beautiful song, beautiful reaction

[@rachelturner5837]

Actually searched for this. Given David was classically trained i can't wait to hear your analysis!

[@test-em7kz]

Check out Diana Ankudinova - Can't help falling in love

[@jonwaldron900]

Dude, you seriously love music, and your voice is like meditation.

[@donnilloyd1355]

IMO, this is the Best rendition of this song.

[@MrRonantho]

I think he's a natural high baritone tho, with a good tenor range.

[@artchic1984]

This is absolutely my all time favorite version of this and the video is so moving. 1st time, 15th time, 50th time still moves and gives chills. A very emotional/edgy yet not harsh sound. I absolutely love it. Thank u yet again for an amazing reaction analysis, always look forward to them

[@Vimeous]

As this is a favourite of yours I recommend their live version with Miles Kennedy. Two of the greatest modern rock/metal vocalists together.

[@melissaf9080]

Thanks, Peter, for the great analysis. Speaking of requests it might be interesting to see you bring up for discussion some female bass / contralto profundo type performances. Thanks again!

[@amyicy9333]

this shows a his soft side and be his talent 🥺 FUCKIN LOVE IT

[@lindathomson6082]

Loved your breakdown! Absolutely loved listening to you speak, your voice is beautiful and clear. Someone else suggested you do audio books, I totally agree ❤

[@angelserenade]

out of all the versions of Sound of Silence (excluding the Simon and Garfunkel OG), Disturbed's version is the most iconic, powerful and definitely the one that made me tear up. I know a lot has also have PTX's version as the best version for acapella, but I digress. You should check Peter Hollens + Tim Foust's version. Their version is also very haunting, yet kind of relaxing

[@henry1395]

Oh wow....your voice is great! Great reaction... Epic song Epic voice Epic band! Blessings for 22

[@Worddemon]

I just found this video. I am so appreciative of your insights and comments. I have watched the Disturbed video at least 50 times since it came out, but I have no education musically. I was aware of all of the little background sounds, the instrumentation, and Davids's phenomenal voice, but all have ever been able to do is weep when I listen. It affects me like few experiences ever have. Thank you for acknowledging and explaining what I didn't know how. You have an amazing voice as well. Good luck with your career. Never quit!

[@PeterBarber]

So glad to hear you got that much enjoyment out of this -- that's the whole goal!