Disturbed "The Sound Of Silence" CONAN REACTION!! | OFFICE BLOKES REACT!!

[@robinjohnson9163]

this song was written for David..Simon and Garfunkel had a vision of the future..David is living...We are living in an age that ( just the other day going out to eat..watched a whole family with their heads down looking at their phones , never talking ( and texting(words with out speaking)...we are all turning into a society that has become numb to human interaction...where do we go from here,,cell phones and social media has destroyed us. I am 49..at dinner we talked about our day and got advise..I would sit on the porch with my grandparents and learned lessons about life ..If I would have had a cell phone would have never heard their amassing stories and lessons ...We need to all smash our phones and interact again...we survied with out the cell phone and can do it again..We have such a disconnect now. ..

[@aprilsmith3683]

The gentleman in the centre... You felt this... An openly honest and vulnerable reaction... Thank you... 🇿🇦

[@nickhilton7127]

I have been on a binge of reaction videos to this version of the song. In no way am I discrediting the original, but my god .. probably vocally the best cover I’ve ever heard.

[@cesaraugustus9064]

Same here. I have watched it a hundred times and I take time to watch it again every time it comes on my feed. Sometimes I binge watch it again and post in the comments. It's like I am sharing the discovery of a great piece of music with a different group of people every time. It's transcendent.

[@anitagu21]

Same here I've watched it about 100times

[@angelaswanson1077]

Me too! I love these reactions!

[@davidp1838]

same but i think best cover ever was hurt johnny cash originally by NIN

[@blckgrd]

@@davidp1838 Both Hurt and Sound of Silence are on par with each other in terms of the cover by Cash and Disturbed. Both artists managed to elevate the song to greater heights than the original artists could do. The originals are/were great all on their own, but Cash and Disturbed just brought out the songs truest potential/greatness.

[@mrsw5623]

All three of your faces are hilarious- laughing before sing, Dave starts singing And all three frown with emotion 😂🥰

[@helenwilkinson9926]

David’s voice and his powerful message of his words….stills my soul ❤❤

[@kristimarriner7673]

I am a huge Disturbed fan. Bought “ Immortalized”, put it in the car CD player, then this song came on. Had to pull over because I couldn’t drive as I was so emotional. Don’t know why. I am old enough to remember the original well, but this version grabs you by the heart and throat and MAKES you listen. Still makes me tear up. Great reaction ❤️

[@andirandolph8830]

Disturbed is a great band. I rock out every time I hear The Night, my favorite song of theirs.

[@TheShadowPhantom1]

Even now, after watching 20+ reactions to both this and the music video... Let alone the hundreds of times I've listened to it otherwise, I can't hear this cover without tearing up at least once. It's RIDICULOUS how powerful David manages to make this.

[@kittyseas1092]

I also 1st heard this while driving the interstate and had to pull over to cry. Got to my elderly mom’s home and played it for her on my phone. She listened to it several times and loved it.

[@svlnj]

Kristi, check out the official video. The visuals along with his flawless vocals and amazing music behind him hits the emotions every single time.

[@kristimarriner7673]

@@svlnj I have watched it many times and I agree with you. Thanks for suggesting it💜

[@RockYourBrand]

Dave was unwell with the flu when he sang this, which makes it all the more remarkable.

[@joesmith3098]

Thanks for that, I have only read this in every damn reaction to this song on the internet and maybe 10 to es in this thread. In 19 yrs the singer was recovering from a fucking coma

[@clairash2004]

Um, Dave? Typo?

[@SmackinBabies]

I can here the auto tune

[@RockYourBrand]

@@clairash2004 his name is Dave Draiman.

[@RockYourBrand]

or David if you want to go formal :)

[@mikedenning9261]

This song puts the attitude into the lyrics that it always needed.

[@alexandercope]

It does not NEED it !! But it adds to it

[@terrichristenson432]

The official video is reall y a better choice, much more dramatic and just fabulous !!!!! Thanks for the great reaction !!!

[@katywilliams9477]

The reactions of those who hear this cover song for the first time just thrills me, because it always matches my own! Just a fantastic remake! David’s voice is amazing ❤

[@discoduck2288]

I’m just here to read the recycled comments from every other reaction video to this song that’s out there. I haven’t been disappointed yet 😂

[@katerinatasiou966]

That is so true

[@roniboyd613]

😂😂😂

[@bijosdbf]

First original comment!!!

[@njmenaceify]

just like Bill Burr reaction videos lmao

[@cyndianderson7056]

Agreed. Same comments on every single reaction. 🤣🤣

[@christaylor3409]

God: Do you want the voice of an angel or demon? David: Yes

[@jonbaird8835]

how many times? how many times has this been said?

[@Igneusflama]

@@jonbaird8835 how many times has it been wrong? The answer is zero.

[@jonbaird8835]

@@Igneusflama and how many times was it original? Once.

[@lightsoutisay]

farming the good ol' youtube comment for every reaction vid of this song :)

[@ranid0072]

Every demon can become an angel. Every angel can become a demon. (Maybe copyrighted)

[@benjyjuarez5328]

So glad u blokes reacted to this. U usually find self proclaimed vocal teachers who are more interested in showing how much they know about singing then appreciating beauty. To all u teachers take notes. Shut up and be blown away. Your channel will do better

[@ruthiewohlforth5464]

David Draiman....one of the most amazing vocalists I've ever heard....he has a timbre to his voice that is soooo distinctive. He can go from clear as crystal to rasp and back on a dime with unbelievable control. The man is so damn talented!! He's got a gift on loan from God

[@wlanagan]

You had me until you brought the invisible dude into the equation

[@ruthiewohlforth5464]

😆😂@@wlanagan

[@notoriousc-ny3206]

People say Simon and Garfunkel’s was a warning. Disturbed version is the anger we did not heed the warning. Great reaction guys.

[@Trevor21230]

Not anger, but anguish. In both his voice and especially the orchestral backing can be heard the echoes of pain felt by hundreds of millions of people, and the sorrow he feels at their suffering, mixed with the anger towards society for ignoring what should have been such a simple warning. Anger is not a complex enough emotion to properly describe the feel of this version of the song; anguish is much better.

[@412saint]

We’re angry here in the USA. Media/neon god

[@kgdalley]

If you listen to the version done by Pentatonix, then that one would be the version of "Hope". So, it makes for an very interesting progression going from the original, to the Disturbed version to the Pentatonix version.

[@davidcooley275]

@@412saint Nope, not angry in usa, very happy the orange headed man and speaker of 25,000 lies is a loser... ; ))

[@sunshine-qk8qe]

@@412saint Same here in the UK .The media are like a cancer ,invading every aspect of your being , if you listen/watch TV /radio/ newspapers . They have lied about food shortages , and the sheep have believed them, and panicked, buying up everything in the supermarkets .They have pushed the government agenda to the hilt , no visits to family ,telling young children not to hug their granparents or they could give them the virus , and kill them.No visiting friends , all pubs /restaurants /cafes closed ,so no meeting up to talk about the harsh restrictions and the lies we are been told every day .Telling people to snitch on their neighbours if they see people together. Telling people who do not mask upthat they are cold blooded killers , (there are many people who have medical reasons to not wear masks , and then asking people to shame them.. I could go on , but it makes me sad & angry that people do not question them.They are now saying this is the new normal ,and will be the same restrictions in the summer of 2021. The cities/ towns are like grave yards , , hardly a soul moving in what once was a vibrant, , colouful ,breathing community , all gone , now they are replaced by 'The sound of silence'.

[@nicolevance8705]

I truly couldn't keep my eyes off Mike. He felt that so much. I loved this!

[@seanj2582]

The lead singer David Draimon was trained as a Jewish cantor. So he is classically trained.

[@xPower4Goodx]

Was just about to mention this

[@RyanREAX]

Draiman*

[@heatherpeppers627]

I did not know that. That makes sense!

[@jenniferchough]

This gets spread in every single video of this song LOL. He was NOT classically trained, he'd be the first to tell you this. He learned how to cantor when he was a young boy at Temple. That is nowhere near being classically trained. Despite receiving the odd voice lesson here and there (so that he could do the vocal fry technique properly- aka the growling), David pretty much taught himself. Which, I think, is more impressive.

[@amberswafford9305]

That is by far and away my favorite cover of any song. Second place has to be Johnny Cash's version of Nine Inch Nails' Hurt. Whenever I listen to either one on KZbin, the other automatically pops up next. The algorithm has me figured out.

[@youngspinach]

same dude

[@fat73647]

Check out Home Free Ring of Fire. Not quite the emotion of this song, but a great cover that is a solid add to any playlist.

[@lovejones72]

What about Blinded By The Light?

[@junco1312]

David Draiman was raised as an Orthodox Jew and his amazing voice is due to the fact that not only was he born with it, but he is also a trained Cantor. I've learned that David Draiman and Disturbed addresses depression, addiction and suicide during every concert, performance offering support and understanding. They are one of the most popular, beloved bands of our time! Thanks, Diane ❤❤❤😊

[@Stevesrssrssrs]

Simon & Garfunkel endorsed this version as the best version of their song, even including their own version!!!

[@billy9497able]

Ehhh

[@KurNorock]

Bet you won't find any actual evidence of that. I personally agree that this is the best version, but Simon And Garfunkel never said that.

[@JessRansdellSmith]

@@KurNorock David is on video stating it more than once. Here's an article written about it as well. ultimateclassicrock.com/paul-simon-disturbed-sound-of-silence/

[@tommyskold7354]

Agree that he reached out but don't agree that Simon said Disturbed´s version was the best. He said "​Really powerful performance on Conan the other day. First time I’d seen you do it live. Nice. Thanks" I agree though, love Simon & Garfunkels but I think Disturbed´s is better

[@patriciajohnston8507]

Paul Simon said this song belongs to them now after this performance and he added it to his official playlist.

[@elizabethtrainer9732]

Paul Simon originally wrote and sang this song with Art Garfunkel, Simon has said, upon listening to Disturbed singing this song, "It no longer belongs to me, it's his now."

[@aleset1]

David Draiman is classically opera trained and has one of the best voices I have ever heard. I am a nearly70 year old grandmother and I love this version of this song.

[@vanessacarman5031]

Thank you for NOT pausing. It should be listened to without pause, for that takes away from the fluidity of all involved that created this masterpiece. Talk about teamwork! Breathtaking ❤️.

[@steveeverett1736]

Sound of Silence is a generational song, we remember the original but this is the song that asks us 'why the hell weren't you listening?', if you have the time, you need to listen to the studio version, with all the images telling the story

[@oliviarose5030]

Epic is the best word to describe their performance of this song. They took beautiful lyrics from nearly sixty years ago, and performed it in a way that forced you to listen and feel the message.

[@shilohivy4590]

It’s such a stunning performance and he was sick here, unbelievable

[@mariajapon9334]

TAN DIVINO, TAN ÚNICA SU VOZ, QUE ARRANCA LA ESTUPEZ HUMANA. ES LA TRANSFORMACION, TOTALMENTE UNICO, MAGESTUOSO BELLISIMO, BESTIAL, LO MÁS DIVINO YCONMOVEDOR HE ESCUCHADO JAMÁS, QUE VOZZZZZ❤❤❤❤❤

[@alainorozco8032]

Goddamn that rendition gives me chills every time!

[@TheWynch]

Dave said his interpretation of this song was meant to be one of anger at the way society has turned, as where Paul Simon's version was an imminent warning of danger ahead. I must admit I really like this version. I was a young teen when the original hit the air waves and it was an amazing song for it's time as well.

[@2daysoffproductions887]

This and Chris Cornell doing nothing compares to you are masterpieces. As beautiful music and as powerful emotion as I’ve ever seen.

[@ellie_jeann]

#Disturbed as you can see he has been a band for quite long time and despite their band name, they can be found under categories of metal, gospel, and/or christian rock. Same as CREED, SKILLET, THREE DAYS GRACE, BREAKING BENJAMIN, THREE DOORS DOWN, SYSTEM OF A DOWN, AEROSMITH, PARAMORE, EVANSCENCE, FIREFLIGHT, GODSMACK, etc. just to name a few.

[@patriciacloix71]

Excellent OMG Disturbed 👍😱🎤🎶🎼🙏😍👏

[@thisfacebelievesyou8862]

6:59 that moment when they all look to each other and nod gives me happy vibes.

[@Jon3sy1990]

In my opinion this song was wrote for disturbed to cover, such a powerful cover

[@asislither8997]

When Dave sings the part at 7:10, I absolutely get goosebumps! This rendition is so iconic that I believe it surpasses the original

[@clearitup677]

The ability to reach SO DEEP, with ZERO STRESS to boot, when you are compressing your diaphragm so hard core by sitting....it was almost IMPOSSIBLE for him to sing the way he did sitting down. What a ride! I've always loved Disturbed. Loved the reaction vid! ❤

[@evelynwashere13]

This is still one of my favorite songs. I'd never heard of Disturbed before this

[@terrichristenson432]

I listened again to this, and yes there are differences, but Wow, what a performance. I never fail to get chills down my back from David sing ing this song. ONe of the BEST !!!!

[@lucywaugh196]

I am always jealous of people hearing this for the first time .

[@debbieholoquist2059]

"The Sound of Silence" was an anthem when I was in school. But Disturbed took that song, shook it out, took ownership.

[@jinkiedog8824]

you should watch and listen to the official video, amazing. Gives me chills every time I hear it. He hated that they used ANY auto tune. He doesn't need it, even sick. Never heard anyone call him Dave, sounds weird.

[@alexander9188]

I saw Disturbed live around 2010 and man are they incredible live. His voice and their sound is so unique.

[@2daysoffproductions887]

I saw them around then as well. Incredible

[@evilmonkeylords]

Mayhem Festival 2011 is when I saw them in Denver. Great show!

[@RichKuni]

Paul Simon immediately came out and said he loved it. High praise from the songs writer.

[@sadlobster1]

What about Garfunkle

[@yolandarivera5730]

Sadly he had passed away and never got to listen to this version of their song but Paul Simon told David this song is now theirs

[@nocturnal1551]

" I do love the sound of silence"...."oh...do you like this version?"...."ohh no, I just love the sound of silence". Lmao

[@Mistilou]

Paul Simon cried and said that was for disturbed and David Draiman to sing....Fun Fact; David Draiman was classically trained in opera!!!💋❤✌

[@catherineday951]

He actually wasn't. He was trained as a Cantor and has continued with vocal coaching since.

[@sherleescott]

I totally Agree . This is I think my favorite.. I watch it over and over, be it the studio version or the live. Still gives me goosebumps.. Great Reaction video enjoyed the comments..

[@helenclark2011]

The best cover ever. Love this version. It,s been on my play list for years, prefer this to the original.

[@MrKarldarko77]

Gets me in the soul every time I hear this the emotion in saves voice. Wow hands down

[@sharper58]

Paul Simon contacted Disturbed after seeing this performance to offer his thanks and praise on doing the song he wrote justice, that alone should tell you something about how good this cover is.

[@DawnA21]

His voice is mesmerizing! I grew up listening to artists like Simon & Garfunkel, among many, many others, because my Mom would sing all through the house while doing chores. So I was very familiar with this song and loved it. I love this version even more than the original. I have never heard any of their other music because metal music has never been my thing. A+++ on this one though.

[@wearelegion1163]

The Disturbed Official Video version is an audio & visual spectacular.

[@David-ru8tc]

You guys posted this on my birthday. Thanks for the late bday gift!

[@visforvegan8]

I completely agree that this is my favorite reaction song. It's both so unexpected, and brilliantly performed to draw out every ounce of emotion.

[@NocturnalIntellect]

Loved watching the older gentleman’s emotional reaction as the song progressed. Like millions of others he actually heard, felt, and lived the David’s version. Great review, gents.

[@fRo0tLo0p]

And he was sick with a high fever that night when this was performed!

[@rickseymour1972]

Thanks Guys. Always good to hear a Brit reaction for a change, cos we know sarcasm and wit :)

[@rickseymour1972]

Please consider Zombie cover by Bad Wolves - has to be the official video, and also My Chemical Romance song Welcome To The Black Parade. Introduced to all of these by my teenage son and just love them

[@maggiesanders294]

Brilliant, brilliant, brilliant - such a voice!

[@LyleH45]

Having seen Disturbed a number of times live I have to say they are one of very few bands that sound as good as if not the same as the studio versions they do. Dave's voice is incredible despite his throat problems.

[@troyancheta3803]

I love how their faces became so serious after hearing the first words 😀

[@sirdragon9256]

Merry Christmas, boys. Merry Christmas to everyone reading this. May the holiday season be good to all of you. Take care and be good for goodness sake

[@Andy-qn5xi]

Everything David touches turns into pure gold

[@junco1312]

Be sure to watch their original 4K B&W video. Very POWERFUL and EMOTIONAL! It's a whole different experience. I have to give a shout out to the producers and the production crew and everyone involved in putting this exceptional video together! ❤❤❤ From Diane

[@sherrijean03]

I just love both versions so much! Simon and Garfunkel with the absolutely beautiful and flawless harmonies Then Dave’s version brings the fire with this almost angry passion that gives you chills!!!

[@thecane3003]

I can't believe my suggestion was taken up so quickly I won't ask for anything else! Love from Belgium

[@officeblokedaz]

The Cane cheers Belgium. And for Kevin De Bruyne 💙

[@thecane3003]

@@officeblokedaz cheers lads I'll drink to that!

[@patriciahopey1384]

David had influenza at that time. 3cheers from Canada

[@nobodyshome]

Superb review you are very honest and interesting and I am as many others now will be a subscriber... again the 1st word after people hear this song on 90% of the reactions... Voice on loan from God and the word is "WOW" ... wonderful...

[@EessaTube]

Disturbed have done a few covers - 'Land of Confusion' [Genesis]; 'Shout' [Tears for Fears]; 'I Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking for' [U2.

[@emmef7970]

Great reaction to the greatest cover of any song I have heard since I was a teen in 1968. David Draiman of Disturbed has blown every other cover of this song away. Not surprising since Draiman was being classically trained as a cantor, the most important figure after the rabbi in the Jewish worship service. The cantor conducts the liturgical portion of the service by leading people in singing & prayer and who must know long passages of Hebrew by heart. They also must have excellent singing voices. Fortunately, for the public, he was expelled several times from different yeshivas and he decided he was not cut out for that life. As a result, we have this heavy metal singer that can bring people to tears with the beauty of his voice. So powerful and hauntingly beautiful. Can't think of anyone who can compete. Please do yourselves a favor and watch Disturbed's Official Video of this song, so much more powerful than the Conan show version. So glad Office Bloke Mike got to react to this song since he was the most familiar with the original song!

[@crazya3466]

Simon and Garfunkel wrote this song!!! Disturbed know owns this song!!! You can't deny the grawls effectiveness, cheers mates.. cA

[@mrmagoo4327]

Small Town Titans- "You're a mean one, Mr. Grinch" you will love it 👍

[@nyperi13]

Thanks for a wonderful reaction video -- I really enjoyed it!

[@patriciajohnston8507]

Paul Simon said this song belongs to them now. He even added it to his playlist.

[@TheRealSevYT]

That's not true. People misquote that all the time. Paul Simon never once said that. What people are blindly reposting is a paraphrase of what Trent Reznor said about Johnny Cash's cover of Hurt. You want to see what Paul really said? loudwire.com/disturbed-approval-from-paul-simon-the-sound-of-silence-cover/ _Simon stated, "Really powerful performance on Conan the other day. First time I'd seen you do it live. Nice. Thanks._ That is what David Draiman said, directly, about what Paul Simon emailed him.

[@amandaaitken5985]

Wow indeed!

[@davidsmith-th1kh]

Please check out Bad Wolves cover of the Cranberries “Zombie”. Another goose bump song

[@bigd2664]

Wow, hearing that for the first time after 2020 in the US. Seems beyond prescient now. Thank you for the heads up on that cover.

[@lovejones72]

Wish they hadn’t added the “drones” reference. Just sing the damn song as it was written.

[@davidsmith-th1kh]

They added that and changed the year from 1916 to 2018 to basically say it’s still the same shit we deal with just a different year…gives it a more “modern” update while still retaining the original message

[@lovejones72]

@@davidsmith-th1kh Yeah I get it but the song is the song. Disturbed seemed to be OK with the original Land of Confusion lyrics.

[@rozequinn1519]

Watch the official video....makes the song so much more impactful

[@rk41gator]

'Down with the Sickness' has a heavy message. Disturbed has a great take with a wonderful VIDEO of 'Sound of Silence'. It is worth watching. (and reacting to). His voice!

[@velvetj9521]

Hello gentlemen! I hope that you are happy and healthy! Btw- apparently he learned to sing Classical Opera first in his repertoire... yes his voice is spectacular. Perfect for this song. And I still get goose bumps every time I hear it lol. Take care : )....AND! I respect you SO much for respecting this piece enough to not pausing it every other second like some do.

[@jcollishaw]

Someone always comments about the S&G version being a warning and the Disturbed version being angry. But for me the S&G song is an all time great song. But it has really deep meaning that’s lost for me in the folky happy style it’s sung. Before Disturbed that wasn’t an issue for me, I liked it anyway. But now. Disturbed is deep, dark and brooding and it just feels like it fits the song. It’s big and powerful and just beautiful. For me that’s why it’s better than the original

[@Adam-ze1jw]

Saw a comment once on a similar style video about this song and I’d quote the man if I could but don’t remember his screen name: “The original version of the song you hear it, and this live version you feel it”. Gets me every time! Love this song and band. Nice video boys!

[@dh3279]

First time listening to you Office Blokes, but I loved your honest and respectful reaction to this amazing song performance! Looking forward to hearing more from you blokes. You’ve probably heard this before, but the bloke on the left is nearly a spitting image of Harry Nilsson. That’s just a bonus.

[@reallybadgamer]

Totally agree. The official video captures the power even better...

[@patrickwentz8413]

Just a man and a orchestra belting it out. awesome. so powerful. have you done Jack White covering Jolene yet??? so good.

[@Selki933]

Yes please

[@reginaminton1135]

David did an absolute great job on this song. Nice and easy then boom! A point was being made to pay attention to the world around you and be who you should and need to be. Anyway my take on it. Thank you gentlemen for this reaction.

[@BulletproofMarshmallow]

This song has always given me chills and I love it, great song and Disturbed never disappoints me. Thank you for this reaction.

[@mikek8729]

Great choice! I knew I liked you for a reason Daz, you have good taste sir!👍

[@omahacheddar8471]

Beautiful, never thought I'd say that with a Disturbed song.

[@reneelove7724]

Merry Christmas You Office BlOKES !!!!!!!

[@Mellectic]

This is my absolute favorite cover, ever. ♥

[@screwylooygaming]

One of my favorite renditions of this song.

[@chrisanderson5895]

A song is a success if while singing, you tell a story. Kudos

[@BiggySn1p3r]

Pentatonix has a great cover of this as well. Plus many other amazing covers and originals.

[@sirwadsontoast5928]

I 2nd this

[@gapeach1386]

I endorse the PTX version too!

[@RockyMtnRebecca]

You know who REALLY loved this? Paul Simon! $ ka-ching!! $ ka-ching!! $ ka-ching!!

[@donaldkersey9416]

You need to watch the video that they did with this song, I remember when it came out 8 grade. Still love the original but Simon cride when he heard this version. 65 and still love the old stuff 6o,

[@gabby15107]

Love how Mike was blown away by this.

[@somniac789]

This song is so great, it is a new message to humanity, to wake up and see the warnings around us.

[@Jello836]

I think I prefer this to the recorded one. Love the orchestra with it and I wonder if his cold even gave it a bit of an edge.

[@jimponton693]

There's no reason to listen to a cover song unless it's materially different from the original. This one is terrific.

[@Charlee1776]

I always come back to watch this again because it's still among the best reactions to this performance I have seen. I'm sure you guys would tease each other about being quiet during a reaction but I can see in your eyes that this song moves through you just like it does me and I find how relatable and real your reaction is to be really refreshing on this platform! Thanks for the wonderful content as always! PS- (Sorry this comment is so late in coming but I'm a lurker).

[@lindagourlay1892]

@Charlee1776.Yes I'm late too re this review. I thought the one who really got it, was the guy in the middle..Otherwise Poor reactions compared to so many others. Truly you must look at so many other reactions. Keep safe from England.

[@Charlee1776]

@@lindagourlay1892 Thanks for your comment and your opinion. I'm sorry to say that I disagree. I thought their reactions were legit, which is more than I can say for at LEAST 95% of what you find on here. I'm glad you at least found something to enjoy in Mike's reaction though. Stay well!

[@jeffyb1709]

Might be one of the greatest covers of any song.....ever

[@danbo7o7]

Please do more Disturbed!! They're my favorite band ever!