First time hearing REN's Trilogy: The Tale of Jenny & Screech (Full) Reaction & Analysis

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What an incredible piece of musical art. This is my 3rd Ren experience and I'm looking forward to digging in much more. I'm astounded at the variety, lyrical imagery and in this body of work in particular, the way he ties in his physicality and playing into the stories themselves!
Join me for an enlightening half an hour of discovery! Oh and his voice is super fun to analyze on this one too!

[@suevick637]

Knox Hill called him a"modern day Shakespeareian bard". Could not have said it better ❣️❣️❣️

[@VidsFamilyNewman]

Ren calls his music "Bardcore"

[@DestW114]

Honestly the Nickname “The Bard” for him goes hard

[@davideastham]

Ren said on his Twitch stream back in December that one of his dreams is to have his own Netflix series of stories. I wish some producer would back idea. Ren loves to bring his songs and stories 'full circle'. There are many songs, including these three where he will say a word or phrase at both the beginning and end of a song or melody. He does it in all three of these and even brings the whole story full circle with the relationships.

[@inuchan74]

Oh man I would love to see that!!!

[@bobdobbs1168]

I think he should do the trilogy on Broadway. Maybe throw in Hi Ren for the encore. Would you go?

[@sylentstorm8422]

“Why you lying to me, violet?” The face he makes in the camera is terrifying. So real.

[@NightFogFilms]

He is a modern day Bard, a Minstrel of sorts. Ren calls himself Bardcore.

[@IronRaspberry]

Check out Ren in his band - The Big Push “I shot the sheriff/road to Zion/hiphop”. It’s a great example of his singing voice versatility.

[@Asperibra]

This is on my daily playlist, sometimes on repeat lol

[@benstarmes6356]

Exactly this!

[@jonathankall3062]

He’s right on!! ..This song IS amazing- you’ll love it‼️‼️🔥🔥🫶

[@Chupacabramusic]

The big push has been my all time favorite band for the past year and man its been 20 yrs since I have heard a band that move me genuinely from laughing to tears and everywhere in between.. their Guitarist is seriously on my top 5 guitarist to walk this planet.. as a guitarist and to fully understand what that guy does "the way he does it" I'm telling you Romain Axisia is on my top five ever!

[@Chupacabramusic]

Have you ever seen the live stream with ren and the younger girl freestyling just them two on guitar and singing and beat boxing and etc.. I can't remember her name but its so raw and honestly pure and its gotta be my most favorite live performance possibly ever.... its just so on the fly, un planned and the way they just flow with it is unreal man... I just can't remember her name.. she is much younger but watching them just freestyle these jams on the fly was absolutely incredible... prob some of the harder to find stuff thats been posted but soooooo worth hunting it down.. the young girl isn't exactly hendrix but she is doing her own thing her own way and that girl is promised to sooner or later to break thru like the big push has. She is just so unique and her time is coming to chang the game again... they have this awesome small network of friends and every one of them are so beyond amazing... If you know her name you should mention her, if not keep digging cut you really should see them jam.. it's insane,

[@inuchan74]

The first time I saw the trilogy, it was driving me nuts because it reminded me of a specific style of music and I couldn't put my finger on it for the longest time. Then I was listening to the guitar at the beginning of Screech's tale and realized it reminds me of a Mexican corrido from an old Western. From the epic sad and violent story, the lone guitar and even his walking through the entirety of the songs. I wonder if Ren likes corridos or if that's just a coincidence. Either way, it's absolutely enthralling.

[@caupain66]

Into a waltz boom dunt dunt boom dunt dunt lol Im aware it’s not a word it’s what I hear I’m a freak it’s all good! lol!

[@passenger128]

I'm very glad you're going all-in on Ren (:

[@nenasadie]

You're the first reactor where I really feel like I owe you a like for each tale. I'm going to be coming back here to listen to all of your advice again. Awesome.

[@firecracker187]

Done live Honestly.. has anyone ever touched so many people, genres, ages, races like ren has? Like seriously EVERYONE that hears him is hooked Ren deserves big things

[@woodywoodman2319]

Years of being a Busker has inserted Master Level Storytelling within him!!!

[@TheBigburcie]

I think it also informed his love of the echo and resonance of brick walls to convey more emotion than a clean studio ever could.

[@samr9336]

I love how his pronunciations of 'London city, far from pretty' etc change at the end with the introduction of the doctor's character to the story. Brilliant work, Ren!

[@ChrisLawton66]

Good observation.

[@Tessimistic420]

Agreed. When you get to How to Be Me Live with Chinchilla perfect example of singing with the facial expressions ❤️

[@IamAGrizzly]

100%! I was going to comment that as a suggestion aswell :) ✌️💙🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@TheSwede9]

I loved what you said about how Ren and his one takes just makes you think "practice, practice, practice". You hit the nail on the head. When you see a dude like Ren doing what he does and compare it to autotune artists or someone who only has great studio music, you realize there are so many levels to this game. He's so inspiring. It's like that meme. "How did you get so good at drawing?!"... "practice"... "how could I ever get that good?!"... "practice"... "it must be a gift from god!"... "it's just practice".

[@chrisliepe]

YES

[@KoryYinger]

Yeah that was pretty damn cool. The start of Violets tale gave me chills. I keep trying to dismiss Ren but just cannot find anything to substantiate any sort of denial, I'm a fan now. Killer job Chris!!

[@barking_mad6649]

In lesser hands this attempt would be a mess, but his acting, narration, singing, storytelling and videography is such that it hangs together quite beautifully. The scene from where he stands from the bed to where Violet is beaten (and you hear seagulls in the background) is, possibly my favourite piece of anything, anywhere. It's magnificent. I'd love to see this on the stage as part of a series of songs as plays. So original and refreshing.

[@IamAGrizzly]

Not sure if you have seen it or not, but there is a live version of this trilogy in Brighton. It's pretty awesome. Also has a few words of wisdom from Ren at one point between songs. ✌️💙🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@deadassdgaf100]

Ren's gonna love this one. i just know it, he will (& does often) be commenting on this 1. bet.

[@xanno123]

This is a guy who utilise everything to tell his stories. Instruments, voice, video, coreography, mimics, facial expressions. You name it, and that's what's makes him a so captivating storyteller. It just pulls you in! I love it.

[@MissMeKate]

I'm about as musical as custard, so I love reactions from people with technical insight, and your enthusiasm and openness to the 'perfect imperfection' of these performances is illuminating in such an enjoyable way. Thank you for sharing some of your expertise with us. Knowing that Ren used your insights to hone his craft makes your reactions to him rather special.

[@marietjejansen]

It was a pleasure to see you react to this wonderful artist

[@Youlookeddidntyou]

Thanks! I am saving this one for later but so glad you got to check it out

[@chrisliepe]

Thank you!

[@frankshannon340]

Everyone who reacts is jumping on the Ren bandwagon but you and Elizabeth of The Charismatic voice and a couple of others give a reaction that is informative on a musical level, thanks.

[@chrisliepe]

When Elizabeth was out here... we got to do a Ren reaction together! I showed her and will one of my favorites! :) !!

[@Asperibra]

@@chrisliepe will we get to see the Chris/Elizabeth reaction pretty please

[@suburbancore]

@@chrisliepe upload soon pleeeeeaaaase

[@cas9065]

@@chrisliepe She mentioned that!

[@sundevilscott]

The best musical story teller I have ever heard.

[@dianesorensen2549]

If you like that bouncy vibrato, wait until you hear his version of "I shot the Sheriff" with his band The Big Push. I really couldn’t recommend it more!

[@may_beck6224]

The analysis we've all been waiting for!

[@dannymartin208]

Here we go

[@bentyack36]

Great reaction. Wade in the water by the big push, really show cases Ren’s vocals.

[@sundaygloom8715]

I've been subbed to the charismatic voice for awhile, which brought me to your channel. I'm not a singer but I love learning about the intricacies of singing, you do a fantastic job of breaking it all down, its fun to watch and I love your examples of all the different techniques. I've subbed, look forward to more of your breakdowns.

[@chrisliepe]

Thanks for being here!

[@kevins2961]

Great video, Try 'Crutch' It was done 6 years ago when Ren almost had a break down before he got a proper diagnoses and didn't know what was happening to him. Heartbreaking, raw, visceral, amazing!

[@Psyco913]

One of the crazier parts about Violet's tale is that he had to move through the various spaces in time with the song to achieve the acoustics he wanted for each part. Tossing that in during a live recording along with all the other things he's doing with his voice, his guitar playing, and his acting ability is insane.

[@arminosaeure29]

His 'lucky hands' for location and one take videoshots are highly under apperciated. No Greenscreen, pseudo live imagery or 'boring' me in my Backyard stuff, but tons of preparation and overall vision of the product of music, story and video.

[@Blend-24]

This kid has so much talent he’s crushing the commons.

[@Crewka]

Kid? He's 33 😅

[@Kenai2008]

You said something, very well, that I could not put into words, but you so eloquently did: "There's a certain *connection* and emotional oneness you feel with a performer when *THEY* are doing it all at once and it's not being jerked around by technology" I think this is awakening people who had given up on "new music". This connection to Ren is not something I would have imagined would have happened to myself, but it has and I know have been looking for "new music" again. I absolutely love your musical analysis to his singing. I could not carry a tune with a wheelbarrow, but you almost make me want to try.

[@kiahlongbottom4744]

So I already know Ren is absolutely incredible, with your reactions and breaking it down musically really makes me appreciate how good he really is and how hard all of what ren does is to do as perfectly as he does

[@juliethorne8050]

Brilliant react, Chris. Not heard anyone talking about his facial acrobatics affecting his speech pattern and tone up to now. That was really interesting and something I've seen on many other singers but never really fully understood the artistic license and importance thereof - even though I know I do it myself! Thank you! X

[@Courtneyp85]

Have you checked out The Charismatic Voice?

[@juliethorne8050]

@@Courtneyp85 oh yeah? Every time she reacts. 👍🥰

[@sierraoscardelta]

Never really welled up to any music before Ren. Blubbering mess with half of his material though... true artist, and such a refreshing change from most of the shite that plagues our airwaves.... and this coming from someone who typically listens to technical death metal for 8 hours a day.

[@tandyhard8286]

YAS! Been waiting for you to do this one. I love your breakdowns so much. Thank you for reacting to Ren! 🥰🙏🏽❤️

[@thorstenhiep3590]

Ren is one of the greatest inspirations for all of us👍✌️Thank you Chris for your analysis. Perfect as always!

[@benjaminvoloz8114]

I both hoped and expected that you would not stop after the first two videos about Ren. Thank you so much again! I love the already mentioned cover of "English Man In New York" no less than the original, I must admit. Singing "Be yourself no matter what they say", he really means it.

[@sindriatlason6925]

Violet is the first story she had twins. The twins got split up as children. Screech knifed down his sister unknowing who she was and that night the twins died just as they were born the same night. Truly dark story of twins born in violence and died in violence.

[@salishseamermaid]

I really hope you'll analyze his street performance with Sam Tompkins in which they perform a medley of Earned It/Man's World/Falling. Two fantastic voices, and both having so much fun with live performance!

[@gabrielc3303]

YES!!! PLEASE DO THIS!!!

[@Veeliscious]

Absolutely, it's a Must for Chris! I'd also add Blind Eyed with Sam - the MC Sessions version I think kzbin.info/www/bejne/bKuappppd8SGqtU

[@salishseamermaid]

@@Veeliscious totally agree on that one as well!!

[@DerVagabundli]

I also find it fascinating how he goes from the glottal stop “t” in London City in the beginning to the aspirated t in the end. Subtle, but it makes it so more intense.

[@ETHEREALFrequency11]

Awesome!!! Ren is so expressive and unique. Great unpacking and tips from the video too.

[@twistedpixel756]

The tales, and it's genius simplicity reminds me of the quote: “Perfection is achieved, not when there is nothing more to add, but when there is nothing left to take away.”

[@amandaparker23]

Heck yessss

[@anabainein]

'Authentically genuine'.... Nothing more needs describe this mans art.

[@beccaduncan3443]

Thankyou, fantastic reaction, I love how to get Ren. And yes the vocal at the start of violets tale is so hauntingly beautiful, another reason to watch his face is because it's also telling the story, during the vocals looking around ,scared and questioning, not knowing where she is and how she got there, then when he sits up, narrating about the rhythmic beats and blood stained sheets looking at the bed at though he sees it there. He is a genius, totally in every aspect! 💗 He uses every part of his body, his voice, his guitar and his surrounding to pull everyone into the story.

[@ricksurratt9034]

Thank you

[@smack_pop7]

I absolutely love that you are dissecting his music this way, u are probably one of the few to actually catch his "body singing" as i call it, you can feel the music flowing through his entire being and i have said it before,this man was made to create. ❤️

[@AlustorMorbus]

Ren is a bard of epic proportions.

[@guitarmuscle6968]

Love your Breakdowns and Reactions Chris, when you do them, i play guitar but can't sing a note, I only discovered Ren a few weeks ago but have not found anything i don't like, his talent on Multiple Instruments and his Powerful Expressive Voice amazes me in some way on everything i watch, i once again recommend Ren X Chinchilla - How To Be Me (live) and be prepared to be amazed at both of their Vocal skills, made even more Powerful by the Songs back Story.

[@DjTiesticles]

Excellent reaction. I can't believe that this is the first video of yours that I've ever watched. Needless to say, I now have to work my way through your older videos. Congrats on almost reaching 300k subscribers

[@chrisliepe]

Welcome aboard! And thank you!

[@Chupacabramusic]

Man when I found this channel I wasn't exactly out to learn and have been in pro audio well over 20 yrs now.. but the past 8 months I've done a ton of his courses and he gave me a chance as an adult to reproach everything in a new found frame of mind that has been the best thing to happen to me in all those yrs... Mr Chris the virus took everything. Then I began to learn I now have a bad heart. Thinking I had to now let go, I've been able to relearn to sing with my heart condition. I don't have anything left to even wake up for. No work, no income, literally alone with now not knowing if ill be here from one day to the next and under the circumstances of not even able to afford further treatment and I just wanna say thanks for all you invest into this. The past 8 months its genuinely all I've had to keep fighting for.. I know I rarely comment but if I could hug you and just say thank you and you never know how what you do will effect someone else or to what depths.. ill wake up if I'm lucky tomorrow and with not a damn thing else left to do so for, I'll spend my day in my studio with all the amazing things you've provided and in the end I'll atleast have spent my last days doing what I loved most in life.. for that no hug or thank you can ever do justice but I hope you read this... life is short and I've been so fortunate to have had everything I've lost and am no selfish man... if my last days here are never more than me spending them doing what I loved most in life.... I have you literally to thank for that.. with the compression on the heart from singing, I had accepted i had to let it all go.. but I used your courses and content and you for whatever its possibly worth, gave me the most incredible chance to not have to let go.... not yet anyway...

[@jamescurrie7678]

When we get to the end of Violets tale and I could see you wanted to stop but got captivated by the story was awesome

[@stevenmeyer9674]

Violet's tale had a certain "Clockwork Orange " Vibe.

[@margaretc5679]

And we know he's a fan of Kubrick!

[@PeteFindsObscureStuff]

What a fantastic analysis Chris. Incredibly interesting.

[@jackfruit9439]

I can't wait till you see his busking band The Big Push. May I suggest "I Shot The Sheriff"

[@loadedorygun]

His use of those onsets is aided by the British dialect that says “ci-ee” almost hiding the t. That initial break makes it easier to extend it a couple more times.

[@stevengeller829]

I have loved your reactions. I love how you have approached Ren’s music. I wasn’t sure for certain songs how a vocal coach would approach them and I was very pleasantly surprised. I cannot wait to see if you do cover Ren X Chinchilla live version of How to Be Me. I have an idea of what it may be like from a vocal coaching perspective, but I may be very wrong and would love either take. It is a really heavy song with an ending that brings to light the meaning of the song and makes you re-think the lyrics throughout. Great reaction as always! Thank you!

[@Tessimistic420]

🔥🔥❤️🔥🔥 #Ren

[@JohnScott-Ashtree]

Yes, yes., yes, to 'practice your instrument'!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@Asperibra]

Chris your breakdowns are fantastic, this is the gold standard for reaction videos. Also, the Ren experience is something else. This guys is a phenomenal artist.

[@Hannes1]

You have to check out Ren performing in his band The Big Push - there's a great cover of I shot the Sheriff/road to Zion/ hip hop that shows a whole other side of Ren's vocals

[@Jason61H]

Great review Chris. For something a bit lighter then have a look at the live recording of "The Big Push - Bongo Bong (Manu Chao cover)". I tend to listen to this after the deeper, heavier stuff as his smile at the start when counting lifts me back up... and they are all clearly enjoying themselves.

[@cherylrobbins715]

Thrilled with your analysis.

[@daz7171]

Ren is the most talented artest i have ever heard in my 51yrs of life .He is an absolute genius

[@donald1379]

hes just amazing...thank you....

[@Hello_I_am_Jeff]

bruh, How. To. Be. Me. Thats the one for you.

[@JulieAiken]

The face observation reminds me of Joe Cocker. He didn't do his wild facial stuff on purpose or as an act, he did it because that's what the song wanted. He wasn't acting, he was led by the music, became the music. Like that, Ren's performances seem so effortless because they feel instinctual and raw. I know, as a sometimes director and often observer of directors, that that "natural" "pure" effect is created on purpose, but the genius is the audience doesn't see the plan. We see the fantastic execution and it seems like magic. Ren's a wizard as much as a musician. Great reaction, Chris. Thanks.

[@beccaduncan3443]

You should check out some of his other stuff, along with his busking , you'll hear the diversity of his voice, he is just brilliant 💕

[@ub-relax6800]

16:01 ))) I really hope that REN's fandom is called "rendom".)))

[@Tessimistic420]

I say RENaissance ❤️

[@SamHainScott]

Renegades

[@randitothebandito4479]

Been waiting for this one! Here we go

[@heathanders86]

When you said face enslaved by voice, I immediately thought of Joe cocker lol

[@the_jadester7126]

I'm not sure if you realised story wise but violet is jenny and screechs mother, meaning when screech tried to mug jenny and killed her he actually killed his own sister then was killed by cops on the next street, so they was born together and also died together. Great example of a broken family. LOVE your video!

[@mysterioushiggs]

I have watched a *lot* of reactions, I haven't seen anyone as informative as you! You are a great teacher/instructor!

[@rickjefferson1134]

Probably the best reaction I've seen. Awesome. Subscribed. 👍

[@chrisliepe]

Welcome aboard!

[@tonyhunt4250]

I love it! PRACTICE!

[@JoeYo77]

Straight musical genius! Ren is really good too. 😅

[@rog2224]

Some of Ren's physical performance in this reminded me of Tom Waits

[@prebenkjeldahl1655]

Agreed! And that’s abort the biggest compliment you can ever get.

[@TheBigburcie]

Tom is the embodiment of character over technicalities. He tells the story with just the notes necessary, but when he needs, his deep and warm but still gravelly voice comes through like a stand-up bass to grip you by the collar. Ren obviously operates in a different vocal range, but has the exact same skill.

[@jhjwarren]

Love your reviews of Ren! Thanks Chris. I feel like you need to go back and just listen to this story again. It impacts massively!

[@disfrutando_la_vida8104]

This was so interesting, thank you! Such an insightful reaction. I'd love to hear you react to more of Ren's work! I'd be especially curious about your thoughts on some of Ren's live performances in the streets with his band The Big Push, or with Sam Tompkins - I think The Big Push with the mash-up Wade in the water / Nina simone / Trouble so hard would be a great performance to go to next!

[@kaynesheldon4905]

This band the big push is a definite for you to watch

[@dianeemanuel8541]

Love the creativity and simplicity brilliantly used to tell these stories.

[@ShavidDerf]

I love your reactions! I just wanted to say, the way he sings 'where' (did he go) on Screech's tale always reminds me of Thenardier singing Master of the House in Les Miserables. It adds to the theatricals

[@m-ilyewren]

It reminds me of The Pogues.

[@MichaelCRush]

SO good. Thank you for this reaction. I love it when I learn something.

[@rickgiles3633]

Ren has perfect imperfections. Thats why I love one take vids

[@skymorgan7268]

I really enjoy your channel. Thank you

[@adam.4487]

Please listen to Ren's "Bongo Bong" and "English Man In New York", both cover songs, with this band mates The Big Push. His singing voice is mesmerizing and just divine to my ears for those two songs. Of course he was a little younger in those videos. But so much fun and upbeat. You will have a great time analysis those I'm sure. I think he is a baritone but with an amazing range.

[@TheDougMan]

I so agree with you about those two songs. It’s also nice to see Ren happy. I’d also suggest the non-big push version of It’s Alright videoed in Brighton.

[@margaretc5679]

​@@TheDougManthe one with the street chalk? I absolutely love everything about that video!

[@TheDougMan]

@@margaretc5679 yes, that’s the one!

[@kanapkitozo3169]

I know that Ren can play percussion plus he likes rap and make some. This is a proof that every genre can be good :3

[@apexblyxx]

I love your reactions, thank you for doin them for us to enjoy =)

[@daniellebrooks1611]

Love your Ren reactions!

[@aimeekeel]

The live audience busking type version of this trilogy is also so freaking cool.

[@analisasmith7927]

GREAT reaction! I was really looking forward to this and you did not disappoint! Glad his music is 'sticking' with you - looking forward to more breakdowns :)

[@josho8888]

this was a awesome reaction man!!!

[@Youlookeddidntyou]

PRACTICE!

[@yinunit]

Brilliant reaction - So enjoyable - Thank you

[@marktyler3381]

Very good mate. Excellent review.

[@epishmeh]

How did I miss that you did this one over a month ago?? Excellent, as always!

[@TheEverydayPoet]

In three quarters of a century, you'd think I might have progressed past Twinkle Twinkle Little Star and a Tonette. Actually, I probably regressed. But you've opened a door to some kind of treasure room of vocal appreciation, at least... partly through your expertise and partly through your enthusiasm. Thanks, Chris.

[@MissyMedusa83]

Great breakdown!

[@MissMaria1969]

Loving it ❤❤

[@rodgersmith6891]

I hope that your next Ren analysis video will be "How to be me"

[@colt45lmer]

o my god that was insane so insane truly amazing how he draws you in than fkn crushes you just crazy