Vocal Coach reacts to The Outfield - Your Love

[@Nothing-zw3yd]

The singer/bassist Tony Lewis died in 2020, guitarist John Spinks died in 2014 after a long battle with cancer. Two amazing musicians.

[@jude999]

Band that helped me get through my youth. Forever grateful.

[@Daehawk]

Did not know that. Shame ...thats way too young. Always hits me weird to know someone I grew up with as a teen has passed before me.

[@karlsmith2570]

@Nothing: you forgot to mention that keyboardist, Reg Webb had also died

[@Nothing-zw3yd]

@@karlsmith2570 I didn't know that! Wow. Thanks for mentioning it.

[@karlsmith2570]

@@Nothing-zw3yd yeah, Reg died about 2 years or so after John Spinks

[@jeffkemper7920]

I know a lot of people say this about other groups, but The Outfield are one of the most underrated bands, ever. Their vocals are superb. Thanks Beth.

[@philipbolin6776]

​@@user-wz4qv8vj8wthanking her for listening and in turn getting others that haven't heard it to listen

[@tammytrehan5021]

Sadly 2 members of the outfield, have passed away, lead singer Tony lewis passed away October 19 2020 I believe, the were awesome, toured with the starship, formerly Jefferson starship

[@Nhilzer]

@@tammytrehan5021 Yeah, that's really sad, they were amazing.

[@Wowzersdude-k5c]

Yeah, the singer is great.

[@bink5242]

@@tammytrehan5021the keyboardist also died like 2 years after john spinks

[@ghoppr71]

A quintessential 80s song. You couldn't cruise anywhere without hearing this song. Brings back so many wonderful memories. Graduated high school in 1989. Best years of my life.

[@jasonkeith9317]

Absolutely!! I graduated in '90 where did the time go friend??

[@sparkonthehorizon]

Yessir! I graduated hs in '89 as well. First concert I ever went to was Guns n Roses opening for Aerosmith at Pacific Amphitheater in Sep '88 in Costa Mesa, CA. Absolutely good times!

[@stevesalyards6228]

I graduated in 1987 and a friend of mine didn’t have a car so he rode with me to and from school everyday. He hated this song (and still does today) because I played that cassette and that song ALL THE TIME!🤣 Still one of my absolute favorites today!!!😉😊😎😏

[@KJC2025]

89 here, first concert, Beastie boys, Run DMC opened up for them. Time flys! Love this song.

[@CashWhisperer]

I had the opportunity to work on their stage crew their first US tour my hs senior year in '86.

[@andrewhintz2]

In summer of 87 at 17 years old, I stood outside a bar/club and listened to them perform this song live. They sounded as good live and in the video. Great song!

[@BethRoars]

Wow, that sounds like an amazing experience! I’m happy you got to hear them live even from outside! :)

[@PWingert1966]

This is long before autotune and some artists rely on technology to fix their mistakes. I once heard the two principals from Air Supply in a tv interview and it was without most of their toys, and they sounded horrible, flat, scratchy, and strained through every note of the song. It was then that I realized why they sounded good, and it was more about their equipment and the artist doing their mixing than about their own performance. Admittedly it could just have been a bad day, but I still recall it 40 years later!

[@뮬몰]

당신의 말이 실제라면 나는 정말 부럽습니다!!!

[@kisspeteristvan]

​@@PWingert1966actually autotune existed in the 80's , also playback performances ... . It's not as simple as 80's good 2020 bad . Tons of iconic songs and ballads were born in the 60' 70' 80' , but even 90's 00's , an even in the recent years . The difference is, now trash is marketed really heavily . And with the 90's the music Eras ended . Now it's everything everywhere all at once . Too much noise if you will ... . Also we are getting old . Every generation considers his 'youth music' the best .

[@PWingert1966]

@@kisspeteristvan Unfortunately many artists are known because of social media and marketing and not for their actual performance and skills.

[@taylortyler1867]

"Since You've Been Gone", "All the Love(in the World)", "Say It Isn't So" and "Voices of Babylon" are some other great Outfield songs.

[@Silvaheart]

Not to forget "Going Back" ... ;-)

[@alextait8255]

"my paradise" is my favorite

[@celticblood4010]

Winning it all is my favorite .

[@TheAlleycat77]

Can't forget "For You"

[@damnyankeefl]

talk to me....

[@eightiesjoe6108]

I have 13 Outfield songs in my playlist and was just crushed when Tony passed away. This is widely considered one of the best songs of the 80s period!

[@jensz9360]

Same here, I have the whole Play Deep and Bangin and listen to them on the regular. In my opinion some real standout talents from the 80's (Easily in top 3, but hard to place them since there is so much talent) and that says a lot because the 80's was the era of talent, but they are at or near head of the pack.

[@PREDATOR0140]

I just can't comprehend why are we not making music like this anymore. I get it. It's a new era, new trends and whatnot. But common, how cam somebody not love this music? I open the radio nowdays and if it's not a retro channel, the music is just pure garbage. After 2000 music just went horribly wrong somehow.

[@jensz9360]

@@PREDATOR0140 100% Agree. I was listening to Sirius XM in a rental and had it on 80's, 90's and Pop Rocks channel the whole time and would just switch between. Everything else sucked.

[@davidsauriol8784]

I'd forgotten this one, but I heard it again a few months back, and now I'm completely obsessed with it! It fits into a goofy fantasy I have about actually being able to sing THIS to the girl you love... (LOL)

[@Kalevra75]

Tony always maintained a solid constant vocal range. Sadly, we lost him in 2020. May he rest in peace.

[@otcmetal1591]

It's hard to believe you've never heard this!!! Takes me back to my teenage years.😊😊😊

[@gerrit9519]

What he said!!!

[@ingridgonzalez9048]

Me too, great years!

[@martyjones8016]

All of these reaction people have heard these iconic songs, they get paid to pretend they havent, and for some stupid reason, we all fall for it......

[@whynot23]

I heard that song when I was in China many many yrs ago. and I didn't know any English at that time.

[@Peanutdenver]

My uncle used to like this band and told me the lead singer died back in 2020 and the lead guitarist died in 2015 or around then of liver cancer. It's too bad on both parts....also that my gen just doesn't have any decent pop rock bands today.

[@TheAgentAssassin]

This entire album is very consistent. Trust me , it's a banger.

[@manifestgtr]

Agreed…mystery man, talk to me, 61 seconds, all the love…play deep is a killer album

[@Gatro2]

It's always been my favorite album ever! Even after i lent the CD to my ex, and when we broke up, he just kept it with him and never brought it back to me... Though he knew i LOVED that album... Oh how i hate that bastard... 😑 Anyway, 'Play Deep' is, in my opinion, not only the best album of The Outfield very closely followed by 'Bangin'', but the best and most consistent album ever done by any band.

[@TheRemulosEpsolonProgramme]

Thank you, they made such awesome tunes on that album.

[@kellendorn4937]

trust me buddy shes heard it many times lmao you think a vocalist hasnt heard this song. im sure she hasnt heard acdcs lead singer either? she might do his reaction after this

[@jumpingalpacas]

this song is a must in any roadtrip

[@TheReeldeel15615]

Actually cried when I heard Tony passed. Another voice from my teenage years gone too soon. The amount of songs that I have in my Playlist from The Outfield is immense. Tony still sounded like this in 2020. He sounded sublime live.

[@situated4]

Michael Hutchins. I'm standin' here on the ground, the sky above won't fall down ...

[@menardquinto9516]

I was born in '97 but damn I also cried when Tony passed.

[@jensz9360]

Indeed, I saw them live in 2018. A real treat for sur since I am like you and had so many of Outfield songs in my mind and playlist. Tony still had a voice and gave a great performance, you can tell he still had it in him.

[@hibhibb5429]

This song will never get old, Such a Classic!!! The singer/bassist Tony Lewis died in 2020, guitarist John Spinks died in 2014, Reg Webb, the keyboardist who was blind, passed away in 2018. May they all RIP! 🙏🙏🙏

[@HRConsultant_Jeff]

I met these guys just days after their first video hit. They came into my restaurant while traveling to their next show and we talked for quite a while. They were so nice to my waitstaff and crew. That night their video premiered on MTV I believe. Always liked this song.

[@rksnj6797]

The Outfield was one of the great bands of the 80's. They have an iconic sound. Thank you for reviewing this song, it's one of my favorite songs from the 80's!

[@cruzfamily7777]

I agree with you 💯

[@chriswaller6859]

One of my favourite countertenor voices. So smooth of a sound. The added harmonies were an added enjoyment. RIP Tony, you're voice was one of the most known of the 80s.

[@chriswaller6859]

You know, this made me thing of another countertenor from this age that helped reshape music. Michael Anthony of Van Halen. I can't imagine a better example from that time of someone's vocals, and harmonies, that defined a generation.

[@MultiKamil97]

I would say he was just a high tenor. Countertenor usually is refered to male singers singing in their head voice or falsetto and their most common place of appearance is in opera houses. In pop or rock music a countertenor voice doesn't really exist.

[@oilrules4302]

These guys were the best thing to come down the Pike in a long time.. 1985, And it was fresh music, It just felt brand new.. I Love the outfield

[@nikshill8767]

love your reaction at 0:34 when tony lewis walks by the girl. that was pure 80s video fodder!!

[@derekstiles5801]

I saw them at Six Flags in Atlanta on a promo tour. First time I’ve seen a drummer toss the sticks up, twirling and catch them exactly on note, hitting on the downswing.

[@straywolf77]

I love how Beth reacts not just to Tony's voice, but to the band's music. THAT is what The Outfield was all about in reality. Their music was fantastic and so very underrated. It made one feel good. It was fun and uplifting but they could also be very moody on the slower tracks. Fantastic musicians and very, very missed. RIP Tony and John. Thanks for your music and see you on the flip side!

[@dcaa62817]

Just a great song. The lead singing, backup vocals, guitars, bass, drums. Outstanding.

[@tyraaiken6884]

One of my FAVORITE bands from the 80s!!!! So many GREAT songs!!!

[@louizmumic3287]

Can never get enough of this masterpiece! My favorite from the 80’s. 👏🏼🙏🏼

[@shorefire3747]

Top 3 if not THE BEST song of that time. Very underrated.

[@Hahahahaw12]

Your bro

[@shorefire3747]

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[@flyinhawaiian5848]

The 1980's, what a great decade for music, and The Outfield, was one of the bands that made it so! Thanks for reviewing, and appreciating this classic!

[@mimoochodom2684]

Tony had a fantastic head voice. He wasn't a chest singer like many of rock's Gods but with the delay effect, his high end vocals were just elevated to the next level.

[@topherwhite370]

Love this group, good song, good reaction. However, nothing compares to watching you chair-dance. Made my day.

[@dougel4709]

I adore her chair-dancing!!!!

[@itiswhatitis1345]

Thanks to bringing a deserved light to Tony Lewis and the team. He was a difference maker for sound once he arrived on scene. Truly appreciate that band. So talented. RIP fellas, you are missed.

[@lifeinlimbo2186]

As a singer/writer/live performer,I have to be honest and say that hearing a real voice without autotune from someone fills my eyes with tears from the sheer beauty of it and for what autotune took away from us. This man's vocals are very beautiful. Also,my heart soars with joy to see you smile and break into dance. Very precious and cute. Music can touch the soul and bring our inner child and truest self out.

[@tanner_uncut]

This whole album (Play Deep) is amazing. It literally was our "pick up chics" cassette tape all thru high school back in the 80's😃😎

[@wendyorange1231]

It’s definitely one of my favorite albums. All of the songs are so good!

[@jodyserner1229]

I used to make Mix Tapes for my guy friends to impress "their ladies". Many times I would have to sit them down and go over what I was doing for them, so they could tell who they were giving the tape to "how they felt". To borrow the phrase 60% of the time, it worked for them.. every time! Did it work for me? Of course not! Oh yeah, back in the day, many small town Alberta girls LOVED "No Surrender" !

[@Wraithlen]

Amazing album. Soooo good. :)

[@Bridging_the_Political_Divide]

Beth grooving to the beat is irresistible. ❤️

[@tirefrier8253]

Love the chair dancing Beth. Tony Lewis and the Outfield were awesome and bring back many fond memories.

[@JanetHarrington-s3f]

I do love this song it has a great reference in my life someone I loved.

[@RH-xs8gz]

These guys were so underrated. They had some great songs.

[@jensz9360]

The magic of music....brngs back memories like watching a playback reel of your life, through sound. Outfield is one of the bst bands of the 80's. Back in 80's England gave us some crazy good bands and sounds. RIP to Reg, Tony and John....Thanks for the music that are linked to hundreds of thousands/millions of peoples memories!

[@jasonstinebaugh8447]

Thank you Beth! One of my favorite 80's pop tunes! Have loved this song since it was new!

[@BethRoars]

Thanks for watching Jason!

[@LuisPedroPereiraLPSPereira]

Amazing!Amazing musicians. 80's the very best of music! thanks for your work Beth!

[@Seoulo6]

Every reaction video I watch to one of my all time favorite songs I grew up to, is gold. Cause it's how I reacted when I first heard it on the radio being babysat 😆 voice = hooked

[@MyDawgHasGrillz]

One in a million voice. This band lit up the '80s. Rest in peace Tony and John.

[@yakboy2u2]

Story time, first off I remember these guys as being VERY easy to work with. I was in a band in the 80s called Empire. We were asked to open for the Outfield at a venue called "The Button South" in the Miami area, Hallendale as I recall. Through a major mix up the Outfield's stage gear had accidentally been loaded in a container and already sitting on a ship as it was the end of their current US tour. Our drummer played Pearl brand drums and as their drummer was a Pearl endorsee and asked if the Outfield could use our stage gear for their show, of course we gave them access to everything we had. Luckily they travel WITH their guitars so they used our amps and drums. Their drummer totally reheaded our guys kit along with some new cymbals...We made it happen, our set went off well and their's killed! What makes it so memorable is the drummer just let our guy keep everything they bought for the kit. We opened for many big acts of the day in those years and while some were nice and some not so nice, the Outfiled stood out 🙂

[@surfohio]

This resonates with my own experiences with them. Thanks for sharing!

[@ScandinAsian524]

Great story! I love hearing that they were nice guys ❤

[@soundsurface4881]

@yakboy2u2 Haha! Off topic, but your great comment reminded me of the time a band I was in opened for Native American poet John Trudell's spoken-word group in Menominee WI during a Thanksgiving blizzard. Their gear never made it to the venue, so they asked if they could use my kit sight unseen, which was a Purecussion "Rims" Headset. Their poor drummer was kind of freaked out when he saw it lol but it worked out ok; they actually sound pretty good when mic'ed up. But I remember the look on his face at first introduction to his loaner set! 🤣🤣🤣 ps: there's a cool video of Neil Peart using a Rims set as his dressing room warm up kit: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oWazdYl7pr6al68 That made me proud --- I still have 2 of them!

[@yakboy2u2]

@@soundsurface4881 That's awesome!

[@leylandlynxvlog]

I'm in tears listening to that song.

[@philherman8633]

This is from their first album “Play Deep” which I play the heck out of in high school. Sadly vocalist/bassist Tony Lewis passed away in 2020 at age 62.

[@curlytangledmane]

This is my favourite favourite song ever. It cheers me up every single time.

[@scottbourret1190]

I wore this cassette out as a kid, and had plenty of mix tapes that had one of a few songs from this album on it. Sadly Tony passed away in the last year or two. There's a good interview out there prior to that where he talked about the making of this song. Worth the watch if you're a fan.

[@williamfreeman6935]

It's the "Professor of Rock" interview right here on KZbin, I believe.

[@theflyxx]

Yes, Professor of Rock. It’s a great channel for those of us who grew up in the 80’s. His interview with Tony was excellent. R.I.P. Tony.

[@rainstreet78]

It really is one of the best vocal performances of the decade. The outro is amazing.

[@cmiller6352]

One of my favorite production values of this tune is the backup vocals at 1:09. They end, but Tony holds his note a little longer. Very cool.

[@Limpahz]

Cool pickup on this one. Love this band. And the song is a gem.

[@gansosmansos]

Those harmonies KILL!!

[@theresae6071]

Thank you for this! This song - more than any other - reminds me of my teenage years. It never gets old❤️

[@kenlepley9076]

I sure miss The Outfield. Brought back some great memories! I believe that they were truly underrated. Tony Lewis had an incredible voice, John Spinks was a great guitar player, and Alan Jackman superb on the drums. Rest in peace Tony and John. I will be listening to them until my time here is up.

[@samherb1]

One of the greatest songs on the 80's....surprised you'd never heard of them.

[@eddunn4121]

“Voices of Babylon” is a great vocal example of their work.

[@EricBlackmonGuitar]

I remember hearing this song many years ago when it came out. I was immediately and still to this day blown away by the sheer power in Tony's voice.

[@IndigoStarrAz]

4:18 Sings it back perfectly after hearing it only once. Coach is freaking talented!

[@Nick-zz6xl]

Fraking awesome song from my teenage years! Still listen to it to this day!!

[@michaelblackwell4784]

"Say it Isn't So" shows off the breadth of his vocal range.

[@afianasir1156]

Omg I love that song so much

[@jasonalbright7058]

These guys were great with their fans. Every time I saw them in the 2000’s they would stay after the show for photos and autographs with all their fans. They didn’t need to, but they did.

[@dosgos]

Never realised this was pitched so high. He sings so effortlessly never even thought about the technical challenges. Great comments on the vocals.

[@ThomasYoung-y6y]

Truly one of the best songs of the 80's and she is have a great time analyzing the song

[@ecast6317]

This just became my favorite video of you just because you forgot about hearing the song and started to enjoy it by damcing.

[@Alx161074]

what a Jewel from the 80's, feel young again, this is one of my favorites from all time.

[@andrewlambert7464]

I have mix tapes that I’ve saved going back 4 decades and there isn’t one of them that doesn’t have at least one if not more songs from these guys. To me they are one of the bands that give reason (even to kids today) to why people say that 80’s music was some of the best ever!

[@kpz1234]

For at least 20 years, at least one ballplayer used this song as his walk-up music. I heard it at numerous ballparks throughout the years.

[@SlimPlum691]

Man what a good song. And I love how you’re just enjoying it and dancing. Great video!

[@BethRoars]

Thanks so much!!

[@jonziegler6538]

They are playing The Outfield on classic rock radio stations in East Idaho. I think that is pretty cool.

[@manjula123badri]

Rest in Peace Tony Lewis and John Spinks😢😢!!

[@jamesfreeman6025]

I loved watching you dance while getting into this song! You can tell that you were really enjoying it!

[@PinkMartiniAZ]

I have forgotten what a great song this is. God I miss the 80’s.

[@russellhowell9854]

I was lucky enough to see these guys two times in Houston, TX. At clubs so it was a up close and personal venue. Then, I got a real treat. I got to ride around with them in Houston in their limo for a couple of hours. The guys were down to earth and we laughed at each other's speech and sayings. They laughed at my Texas twang and I laugh at their sayings and speech. Really was one of the highlights of my partying days.

[@beatlesarebest]

You would love their singing on "Every time you cry". HARMONIES!!!!!

[@aztec0112]

Those harmonies are absolutely glorious

[@erikmanzano8144]

An amazing band great albums and they were really good live… This is an iconic 80s song!

[@DesertScorpionKSA]

I really like this song and appreciate her analysis.

[@tbrayden3694]

Played this album so much in my dorm room my freshman year at UT back in ‘88, that my neighbors asked me who it was. Say It Isn’t So and All The Love In The World were great also.

[@Caribbean_Kid]

And years later these songs will forever live on ❤😢😊

[@Pianoman999]

They taught you how to love. They taught you how to rock. 🎉

[@echopryme]

The fact that he keeps the tone and the key switching from "Ah" to the "Oooh" in the ending "I dont wanna looooooooose..." shit is kinda amazing! Most people have to drop down one or the other to keep the tone even from a hard "Ahhhh" to "Oooooh", just based on the physical shape the mouth makes on those sounds. But he holds that tone on the hard change. If I'd have written the song for me to sing, the lyrics would have been "I don't wanna WASTE your love...", because that would be a less risky vowel sound to hold onto! 💯

[@et50482]

The harmonies, especially in the outro are amazing. I wish I had his vocal range

[@earthboundmother205]

I first heard this song on a radio and it still carries through. There were only cassettes in those days, so hearing this on my Sennheisers is wild. It’s still clear and manages to be warm as well. Cheers!

[@titools4375]

And this is why people loves you, you're so authentic, love ya too!

[@Krinklestar]

Loved seeing them live here in Detroit a couple times. Good memories, great band. I love singing this one too!

[@BethRoars]

So cool!

[@kathleen1685]

I like the clarity of his voice.

[@otcmetal1591]

Be sure to check out "All the Love In the World", and "Say it Isn't So" too! Equally awesome!!! And, yeah, the chair dance is great!!!❤️

[@TheMichaelBeck]

I was in HS when this came out. The 80s were an amazing time to be a kid. Cheers from America.

[@brettjames7996]

One of the best 80s songs

[@harryprater9014]

I LOVE the Outfield !!!!! A lot of memories....😊😊😊

[@dustinshadle732]

This was the first tape I ever bought. The memories that the album.unlocks are the best days. I'd love to see you do a couple of Peter Gabriel songs. He's so damn good live or edited. And the man is dedicated beyond most others!

[@seaneeeg1]

F’ing FANTASTIC!! Such an underrated band!!! FANTASTIC VOCALIST!!!!!! Great dissection BETH🫵🏻😎

[@impressiveprogressive7343]

Oh yes, The Outfield, I remember these guys very well, they were very popular 80s band, very pop-ish with a touch of punk in the simplicity of the guitar cording.

[@mercurygirl67]

I completely agree of love this song, every since it was new, super cute, good singing, enjoyable to dance to the song

[@wmsheep]

Loved this band. Sadly, totally ignored in the UK. RIP Tony. How about reviewing "24" by The Pretty Reckless

[@SWLinPHX]

I never really thought about how much his voice makes this song. The piercing quality from the first note he sings cuts right through. But damn, so high for a guy!

[@joshuataylor3166]

Sadly the lead singer passed away in April 2020, I believe that was the year. Maybe 2021. Iconic VOICE! takes me back to the times I listened to it in my room as a teen. The sound from this group absolutely defines the mid 80's rock sounds and "the second British invasion." lived it loved it miss it. There really hasn't been another decade like it. Take it from experience.

[@alexisborden3191]

I'm such a sucker for those classic 80s background vocal harmonies, such a great sound.

[@RealDiehl99]

Such a great song! If a cover band doesn't have this in their set list they are not worth going to see😉

[@dominicpardo4783]

Those are some tough notes to hit. Pretty high on the register.

[@sglatitude]

RIP Tony Lewis. His amazing music shaped the soundtrack for so many Gen Xers, and his songs are still loved today-they truly stand the test of time.

[@christianenriquezzz]

Alone with you by the Outfield shows how great his voice is

[@DigitalMediaPatriots]

The vocal ranges for Tony Lewis (countertenor) and John Spinks (baritone). John mostly does background vocals and guitar. You should hear John sing lead vocals on the song Jane" from their album "Rockeye".

[@OCaradaTI]

For me, "Big Innings" is that album where ALL the tracks are amazing. Tony Lewis's voice was very high when was recorded, and we can see the difference through the years, watching last shows at footages here, at youtube. Him voice was not the same. A fantastic singer, fantastic band! Rest in Peace, Tony, wherever you are!

[@joshuabriggs7114]

Fond memories of this song! I was a sophomore in high school. Great times!

[@BethRoars]

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[@eriveltooliveira8729]

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[@marcialsalas8660]

Reacciona a Gabriel Henrique. Don,t Stop believing. Gracias.

[@rodl.miller3353]

When the vocal coach starts dancing Taylor Swift style in her seat; Beth must really like 👍 this a lot 😊

[@kickboxerforever00]

R.I.P Tony , John and Reg 🥺 thanks for the Amazing memories

[@broncobra]

The 80's were phenominal. That girl was so pretty? Just an average, ordinary girl. So much prettier than the glam stars of back then or today. My ex never wore makeup. Nor did she need too.