(FIRST TIME REACTION ) Metal Vocalist - Home Free - When A Man Loves A Woman

[@par500dragon7]

You: 'his voice is right at edge of falsetto'. Me (laughing): Just wait, dude!

[@catherinerobbins3887]

Austin brown.."bring him home" from les miz. You'll see the true power of what he can do.

[@pennygarrity386]

What's just as amazing is that this was done during lockdown so they were in 5 different locations in 3 different states. They put out soooo much content during lockdown using just their phones and home recording equipment while BIG name artists were bitching about not being able to do anything. Okay, now I don't know if it's because of the expressions he has to make to beatbox or what but this is an unusual video where you see Adam full on. He doesn't like looking at the camera when he's beatboxing and even when the camera is in his face he'll look to the side if possible. Second, the sound he made was a Beistle (if I'm not mistaken) it's a metal noise maker that when you spin it makes a ratchet sound. And all the guys range in height from 6'1 to 6'4. BTW LOVE your reactions.

[@denise_landry]

Vocals just don't get much better than Mr. Austin Brown. What a voice - thanks John. 🖤🍟

[@janhankins911]

If you haven't already done so and you want to hear Austin Brown and Rob Lundquist as you've never heard them before, check out their cover of Nessun Dorma. Home Free is so much more than "just" country.

[@lberry750]

Absolutely! Let's make it easy....here's the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/a5WldoGknLN3ntU Rob will really surprise you.

[@janhankins911]

Interesting about his personal issues. I don't really follow the personal lives of folks, so didn't know anything about that.

[@KazyReed]

YAAAASSSSS!!!!!

[@nobhill1991]

I was just about to post this!!!! YES YES YES!!!!💖

[@johntucker4296]

I like the contrast of extremes, the Butts and then straight to Nessun Dorma. The shock factor is to die for.

[@m.harrison2151]

Check out Austin Brown’s KZbin channel! He and Rob (with glasses and beard) sing opera! Rob trained in opera in college & Austin trained in musical theater with some opera. Austin talked Rob into doing the video to showcase his “hidden talent”. They sing “Nessun Dorma” & stunned everyone! It’s awesome!

[@moirabaker458]

Nobody is better than Home Free!

[@anitapaulus937]

You need to do two things. On Austin Brown’s channel, he has done “Bring Him Home”, and he and Rob did an attempt at Opera. There are many great songs on his channel as well as Home Free,

[@WearingTheArmor]

If you haven't yet, you need to check out Rob and Austin in "Two Country Singers TRY Singing Opera (Nessun Dorma)", talk about voice projection...

[@karinfichtner7479]

He's over 6 ft. The thing about Austin is....he can hit those notes with power.....and then he can do it softly, as well....as displayed in his rendition of "Bring Him Home"...a solo on his channel.

[@Cat-fi4ie]

These guys are the best!!! Check out Home Frees cover of Listen To The Music by the Doobie Brothers. Austin kills it in that song also, and Adam Rupp Beat Boxer extraordinary also kills it. Enjoy your reactions. Keep them coming.

[@rongray5334]

I know you've been doing a capella (Home Free and Pentatonix) Try "Ring of fire " Home Free with guest artist Avi Kaplin of Pentatonix

[@katmit69]

Austin kills with the vocals, every time. He never misses, you should check out some of his solo stuff...Tears In Heaven...will literally bring you to tears. Austin btw is about 6'1" and kind of a lanky guy, kind of a Tenor build lol but he does have a massive voice. Enjoyed the reaction John. ❤

[@amberburris5674]

I am a HUGE Home Free fan and it doesn't get better than this!!! Thanks for the reaction.

[@anitawright7169]

Austin killed this! The background harmonies are so good. The beatboxing is par excellence! Percy Sledge would be so proud! Love your reaction!

[@ppresley9208]

And that's how the song should be sung ... Austin knows how to sell a song !!

[@fpresley]

@PPresley do you know Adam C?

[@ppresley9208]

@@fpresley Sorry , I don't !

[@fpresley]

@@ppresley9208 I live about 10 miles from his mother here in Baldwin County. I did not know if you were from this area.

[@fpresley]

@@ppresley9208 He was in the band with my son and daughter in high school.

[@ppresley9208]

@@fpresley I'm in Ohio ... Adam C is my favorite band member ... what fun for your son and daughter !

[@johntucker4296]

How can you not get chills after about 3 notes from Austin?

[@jackiestone3468]

His name is Austin Brown, the beatboxer is Adam Rupp ( him and his brother, Chris, were the founders of Home Free, the man with the beard is Rob Lundquist (tenor) the man with the toboggan on is Adam Chance (baritone) the man with the blue shirt on is Tim Foust (best bass singer EVER) !! Hope you do more Home Free videos, if you do you will have a lot of followers! When you get a chance watch Austin Brown sing Bring Him Home..he is awesome! Welcome to the wonderful world of Home Free..we are known as Home Fries lol. Great reaction 🎉. I love Home Free😊

[@debbiehall9091]

This song was made for Austin. These boys are so flipping talented.❤️❤️❤️

[@darcelburkhalter9617]

That was beautiful 😍

[@silviamunoz6863]

This song made me feel like a teenager... I used to dance it when I was 15... 50 years ago!

[@lrfcowper]

The beatboxing face problem is probably one reason why a lot of promo concert shots of Adam have his mic close to his face. I hear Tim had been wanting Austin to do this song for *years*. It took the lockdown where they were digging through their wishlists to get to it.

[@janhankins911]

I'd heard that Austin was unsure about doing it because he was afraid they'd stop on Michael Bolton's toes. Michael Bolton contacted Austin and said "go for it". Don't know if that's true, but I read that.

[@patriciamcl54]

@@janhankins911 I think the problem was twofold. First, he may have said that about Bolton but really he didn't want to be compared with him, rather than taken on his own merit. Second, Austin had some personal problems which would have made the song rather less than appropriate. It's not a song to sing when the internet is full of how your lady dumped you. His great happiness at home now enables him to fill the song with joy, which is where Bolton's version falls seriously short.

[@jillchamberlain6478]

Austin and his lady were in the studio. Everyone else was at home. So, just to add to the emotion, he was singing to his lady.

[@200yente]

Austin has his own channel. He can belt, bring you to tears and everything in between. His vocal control is outstanding. He also is an expert at putting emotion in his performances. There is not a bad song on there, but if you want to hear some of the best, listen to Unchained Melody (which has over 12 million views) and Bring Him Home.

[@lucyFV]

They did a lot of songs during quarantine. They’re amazing

[@imajinallthepurple]

Austin has an insanely powerful vocal and I'm totally here for it. 💜

[@donnastupka7507]

Love Homefree & Austin killed this one! Great reaction!❤🤠❤

[@ftomlin3270]

Austin Brown is fantastic! He is 6 ft 1 1/2 inches. Please react to him singing Unchained Melody.

[@JoeJBuddha]

If you want to hear what they can do, watch when they won the Sing-Off.

[@maryjoharsh7048]

Austin gives me goosebumps, he sucks you in with his facial expressions added to his voice❤ Then all the rest of those amazing heavenly voices & Adam's sounds are just sooo totally awesomely amazing, thank you all soo very very much for making my life better❤🙏I find myself watching/listening to you all too much, you take up a bunch of my time, thanks, God bless & keep you all🙏❤️

[@maryjoharsh7048]

You have to watch them, not just listen, cause their whole package is just soo awesome❤

[@dagmar.6954]

Austin did a fabulous job of this classic song. Loved Percy Sledge's version, but this was taken to another level. I think it is also better than Michael Bolton's version. And remember this was done during quarantine, so the guys weren't even together. The backing harmonies are great, along with Tim's bass. And Adam's vocal percussion is outstanding. This is why these guys are my favorite a cappella group.

[@babyfry4775]

Austin (Lead) and Adam (beatboxer) killed it. Austin is 6’2”. They are all talented and all tall. They write and sing their own songs too. This was during Covid so I thought the use of tv’s was clever. Good reaction. Can’t tell if you’re using headphones or not. Please do use them…it makes a huge difference. Try Helplessly Hoping, End of the Road, Castle on the Hill, Understand, Save the World. Good reaction!

[@angelamiller6275]

Next, you need to check out their cover of Patsy Cline's "Crazy"!!

[@AnnaMarie66]

What’s MORE amazing is they recorded this separately during quarantine & STILL produced perfection 🥰

[@pamelalee1508]

For all the talent Austin has..his falsetto is killer..💚 ! My favorite notes in the entire song... 🌿🌿🌿

[@JoanN63]

Yes, Austin nailed it. He gives himself completely here and also plays very well with the cameras. The great harmonies, deep bass and the unbelievably freaking good beatboxing/vocal percussion/vocal sounds finish it all off for me. I think it sounds perfect because of all the different beautiful voices. I grew up performing Percy Sledge which I already loved. Then came Michael Bolton's performance where I couldn't say for sure if it was better or not. But this one from Home Free certainly is.

[@Twisted_Poppy]

Pls react to one of their newer videos "Save The World" Austin leads and hits some beautiful high notes. New subscriber here btw...keep up with the Home Free reactions! ☺

[@yasch3696]

Austin was singing this song to his girl who was just sitting off the cameras and was there with them.

[@richarddaugherty8583]

Loved your reaction to this... many don't comment on just how awesome this vocal is! You have to check out Austin singing Bring Him Home from Les Misérables, and Rob and Austin singing Nessun Dorma. Have tissues for the first one... I was in tears at the end... it's angelic, emotional, and powerful! BTW, Austin has a degree in Musical Theatre. He's a lyric tenor and can to up into countertenor range. Just awesome to listen to. They all are.

[@valenciathequeen8994]

Great rendition of this classic soul song.👏🏾

[@beverlypearson5332]

Love your reaction. You don’t find this talent every day.

[@changlyn100]

This was a Home Run for Home Free!!

[@billrice3250]

I love Home Free, and I hope they stay together indefinitely. But both Austin and Tim have a substantial number of solo works and other side projects. In my opinion Austin's vocal control & versatility are unparalleled. He has an exceptional instrument and excellent training. If you want to hear something really amazing, watch his cover of "Bring Him Home", paying careful attention to the final note, then watch his over of "Georgia on My Mind." The vocal textures, dynamics, and emotional expression are extraordinary.

[@sandyreyes-z6q]

they can sing any genra of music they are incredible.

[@randyhawley7202]

You should watch some of the other reactors do this one. This one lady (can't remember her channel name) paused after Austin's first couple of phrases, stared at the camera and said "If you could have a baby with just a voice ...". LOL. Yep, Austin is THAT good !

[@angel44144]

LOL if you want to see Adam’s facial expression other than regular beat boxing, you should watch Make me feel your love.😊

[@200yente]

Austin can belt a song like this and he can also take his voice soft and gentle as it fits the song. If you want to hear him do both in the same song, listen to his solo version of Bring Him Home. I have been to three Home Free concerts and he can fill the room with sound. I also got to see him, Tim and Adam (along with some of their friends) in a small show in a hotel function room. Again he moved from filling the room with sound and drawing you in with a lovely ballad. There is nothing he can't do.

[@lularoetracieandkimmirose3157]

Haha.Yes, I love watching Adam beat box,and I also think it's a bit brave to be up close filmed doing it.I love their Brother vid.Adam manages to make his beat boxing look fierce

[@lindamorrison9755]

Went to see them in concert. They are all very tall. And yes you need to watch Two country singers try to sing opera. It will blow your mind.

[@karsyndrewe3731]

adam and the beats~ the guys harmonies and tims loooow notes~ but austin killing it sitting down the entire time!! perfection ladies and gentlemen perfection!! home free never disappoints!! home fries!!!!!

[@joanwharff6483]

OK…Now, being you like Austin’s awesome voice…..you need to to his solo channel…under AUSTIN BROWN… he’s got several gems you’ll love…..”UNCHAINED MELODY”…..&, another that will blow your mind…”BRING HIM HOME”..( from Les Miserables)…..& that one is AMAZING!…&, another one he & Rob Lundquist (the beard & glasses …”TWO COUNTRY BOYS SING OPERA “…”NESSUN DORMA “….Pavarotti’s signature aria…..be prepared ….us Home Fries certainly we’re shocked 😳🙃😵‍💫🔥‼️‼️ Tim Foust , the bass was after Austin to do WHEN A MAN LOVES A WOMAN….for the longest , until he finally relented…to our ears delight🙃❤️‼️

[@kimmillard6915]

I totally love your reactions! You know your music both technically and let’s say”street smart wise” in other words you speak from real life and experience as well. You are able to see the talent these guys have even when they make it look so easy and you know it’s not. I have been checking back on your channel everyday making sure I haven’t missed a Home Free reaction! And I am so excited to see you react to them more!

[@georgesheffield1580]

I think Percy would approve !

[@momD612]

He's about 6'3-4". And super thin. As we can see. 😉 So to have that much powerhouse & breath & control is so astoundingly beautiful 😍 🤩

[@vshaynes]

Watching your reaction to this was almost as good as watching Home Free killing it!

[@terrichristenson432]

I am a year late in finding this reaction, It was absolutely Great !!! Austin is m favorite and I am crazy about his voice. I have met Austin at a couple concerts and he is very tall, over 6 foot for sure. Home Free members have so much talent and they are y favorite group, they always sound Awesome and put on a fabulous concert !!!

[@idalujan3571]

Have you watched Home Free and the Oak Ridge Boys do Elvira together yet?

[@minneyruth]

🔥🔥🔥🔥🏠🍟

[@nancyholter5646]

Check out a couple of the videos on his site to get an idea of his size - or lack of it. Bring Him Home, for example. or even the video for Earn it.

[@nancyholter5646]

Or if you want a live version, check out his Unchained Melody at 'Tim Foust's 6th Birthday Bash'. Aside from a bobble close to the beginning - which I attribute in part to he fact that the piano was a full key higher than it was supposed to be, and he didn't know it - he killed it.

[@joanbenson4381]

I love that you commented on the growl! WOW.

[@RPitch07]

Excellent reaction. And it seems you are falling deeper into the Home Free rabbit hole. A couple of suggestions of other songs. Probably mentioned below. End Of The Road covering Boys II Men, and Mayday. But hold off a while for Mayday until you know them better. Also, you mentioned seeing them live. I have twice, and have tickets for a third time. They are even more enjoyable live. Keep up the good work!!!

[@jcochrane007]

Thinking out loud/Let’s Get it On (Ed Sheeran/Marvin Gaye), Folsom Prison Blues, Elvira (featuring the Oak Ridge Boys), Mayday ( for unbelievable harmonies )!!!, Listen to the Music (Doobie Bros.), Everybody Walk-in’ this Land. Thanks for reacting to Home Free!

[@annepinkerton6280]

I agree 100%! I wanted more of what they faded out at the end!!!!

[@ArleneAdkinsZell]

Love your reaction, Austin was the perfect choice for this song and the guys were killin it in the background.

[@kiwakokiri735]

Their version of "End of the road" original by Boyzl2men is so 😎😎😎 ❤❤❤ Home Free

[@branblymier1752]

His showmanship & voice name me love this more than the original.

[@daventunes3822]

He had a bit of inspiration in that his significant other was sitting in the studio with him.

[@patriciamcl54]

Amberly has pointed out that since she hears the songs being rehearsed over and over again, they lose their power to affect her much. The first time she hears one of the many songs that Austin writes for her is a different matter, and when he wants to play her a demo, her reaction is to ask if she's going to cry!

[@pamdenton5783]

You've got to hear him do Bring Him Home , HES AWESOME

[@marthacrowley1644]

They have a funny one from a few years ago, it's named 'SOLD'.They are at an auction and wait until you see what Austin is auctioning off😀

[@unity1016]

Austin did Bring Him Home from Les Miserables. I LOVED it!

[@marylee7467]

Austin's woman Amberly was sitting there in the room when he was singing. Thing is Austin doesn't need to hit the falsetto, he's got a great range. Since you asked I believe Austin is 6'1 and 1/2" tall

[@antrazitaj5209]

Which, funnily enough, makes him the smallest.

[@susanhorn4325]

@@antrazitaj5209 I believe Chance is shorter than Austin, making him the “smallest”.

[@marylee7467]

@@susanhorn4325 Chance is 6'2" as is Tim Foust and Adam Rupp is the tallest at 6'3". Not sure about Rob but he's around 6'1 or 6'2" as he stands as tall as Austin when he's next to him.

[@patriciamcl54]

@@marylee7467 no, Rob is the tallest at 6'4'' but he usually wears sneakers while Austin, Tim and Chance are never seen without cowboy boots, adding a couple of inches to their heights.

[@marylee7467]

@@patriciamcl54 that's cool. So they are quite a tall group of men. Awesome sounding men. 🤩

[@dawnsmith3278]

You do a great job describing their voices. Home Free is my favorite acapella group.

[@SA-hf3fu]

Really enjoyed your reaction and input.

[@shaharfrechtman8663]

By far one of their best songs! now you need to react to the opposite (sort of) like their version of brothers in arms love your reactions :)

[@patriciaemeigh4370]

My favorite version of this song! ❤

[@donnamoskowitz4978]

Loved your reaction/comments! Home Free never disappoints! Thanks for sharing! I love your channel Love from Texas!!!

[@nobhill1991]

Austin Brown used to sing on cruise ships before he joined Home Free!!

[@KazyReed]

They're just as good live!!! Go see them if you can!

[@ShieldMaidenBLS]

I love Austin! I love them all for individual reasons. But Tim, Austin, and Adam (Rupp) man just out of this world talented! Should check out more of Austin's solo stuff. Like Bring Him Home (Les Mis) cover and Unchained Melody. He has guitar or piano accompaniment. But they're sooo good!

[@rllangevin3841]

Loving your Home Free reactions! There are SO many more to checkout, I'd like to suggest a few that some covers that other reactors miss: Castle on a Hill Can't Stop the Feeling One Man Band I Can't Outrun You And also some great originals (the first 3 are from their Dive Bar Saints album, and should be viewed in this order): Catch Me If You Can Dive Bar Saints Leave This Town Other fantastic originals from their newest release (So Long Dixie): Save the World Understand Road Sweet Road So Long Dixie Givin' Up, Givin' Up on You

[@LynnRamsay]

I think you should check out Austin’s page for Two Country Singers Try Singing Opera Nessun Dorma

[@charleneclaassen]

Loved your reaction. AUSTIN BROWN DANNY BOY on his channel. Austin also has killer emotional expression in his voice as this song will show.

[@melissacreel4719]

You need to go to Austin's channel. He does a cover of "Bring Him Home" from Les Misérables. It's the most beautiful thing he has ever done. Just found your channel and love it by the way...

[@lucyFV]

Welcome to Home Free! Subscribed

[@patriciamcl54]

In fact for most of the song Austin was in mixed voice, not head voice. None of it was outside his most comfortable zone. His voice is powerful but within the group he usually does the high whispery stuff and high exclamations that are Home Free hallmarks. To see him in a different mood, check out his original (written with Jeffrey East) If I Met You Now, or their recent single Save the World, another Austin co-write (with Andrew Tufano). Although he kills When a Man, I don't think it gave much opportunity to show off the sheer beauty of his voice. As comments below have said, Austin is tall but skinny in build. It's difficult to know where he keeps his lungs! But he started classical training in his mid-teens and was further trained in college, to a level where his technique never fails, though he had to do some rebuilding a few years back.

[@barblessable]

SO right John they faded the end much too soon , but wow I loved it.

[@kiwakokiri735]

Beautiful❤❤❤

[@mjackson780]

Check out his solo channel and you will be impressed!!

[@antoniodilonardo8606]

A good crossover for you in the A cappella landscape is Ring of Fire by Home Free. Features Avi from PTX and puts a cool spin on a classic song

[@ravennelson827]

that is cake and icecreme

[@zolan4277]

You have made my day my dude! Love these reactions.

[@joylambert121]

They are next level❤️❤️

[@charlonramey7876]

Loved your reaction to this medley. My first time on your channel so forgive me if youve already reacted to my suggestion. I think you would really enjoy their "Butts Remix." You would love it.

[@cindywynn5161]

🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@changlyn100]

He goes up a half step in the middle.

[@patriciab8876]

You had mentioned HF's eclectic choices of songs - there's their cover of John Mayer's In The Blood. Keith Urban's Blue Ain't Your Color. Tim Foust has doo-wop covers on his channel with him covering low to high that are great. You've gotten several recommendations for Austin's covers. There are also originals like Tim's Champagne Taste On A Beer Budget with it's follow-up Full Of Cheer. Humor seems to be an underlying ingredient in a lot of their songs - ain't it grand!

[@joycemcgovern4167]

And Austin is setting down singing too

[@thomasmann4560]

End of the road by home free

[@samhugh4965]

Fan-girling right now. Low-key in love with Austin.

[@denieceByers]

I know it’s been a minute just found your channel. But you have to react to home free-how great thou art, then o holy night