for KING & COUNTRY - Little Drummer Boy | Voice Teacher Reacts

Use a straw to help balance your voice: oovostraw.com/ref/samjohnson/
Use code SAM for a 10% discount!
/ samjohnson
I hope this observation on how for KING & COUNTRY sings Little Drummer Boy helps you figure out how the voice works better, so you can learn how to make smart choices in your own voice.
Social Media:
/ oksamjohnson
/ samjohnson
Go to www.vocalease.net to sign up for lessons with Sam through video chat!
Product and book recommendations:
www.amazon.com/shop/samjohnson

[@worshipmusic4260]

They are not a country genre duo. They are Christian Worship Duo, they are so good you should really check out their other songs.

[@lynnejpiper]

Worship Music I wondered if Sam thought they were a country band! I love For King and Country! 🙌🏻

[@aenorist2431]

A religious conviction isn't a genre of music, and thank fuck for that.

[@anderacat7]

They are a favorite of mine too.

[@LoveYouLove1986]

Kinda disappointed you liked that comment. I always liked being a part of this channel because the comments here are usually always nice and respectful even if the artist featured isn't always everyone's cup of tea. People are usually pretty good about being civil regardless of the perceived genre; the comments are kinda disappointing.

[@MaryEllen505]

Actually Contemporary Christian Music/Worship Music is considered a music genre. It tends to be in pop music with a soft leaning to rock, country, or gospel. If it leans heavily in those directions it gets those labels with the "Christian" label distinction. What religious conviction does is to guard words and the themes in the songs making even those without religious theme family friendly.

[@jessicabentley7404]

"for !!!KING & COUNTRY!!!" 10 seconds in and i'm already losing it

[@HaydenKink]

That part was amazing hah

[@ashleightowers5989]

Right?!

[@Countrytinker1991]

Jessica Bentley I have fan girled for the since day one. I love themmmm

[@janeem4371]

Can you imagine?! What kind of work out does he need to do to play the drum like that for so long! Just amazing, both of them!

[@nicholefrank6770]

Jessica Bentley my worship team just did this song yesterday.... it was so epic!

[@AG-mt3xs]

For KING & COUNTRY is a Christian band. Their style isn't typically country. They did a duet remake of their song "God Only Knows" with Dolly Parton, which is why they were invited to the CMA's. Could you review Lauren Daigle's "Rescue?" It is an incredible song.

[@raiynora]

Lauren's vocals are beautiful 💗

[@Addicted2Muzic94]

Oooh. That makes more sense now. I was wondering why they were there.

[@annettemoreland1628]

please do I love Lauren!

[@smarkovich4]

I agree, please do Rescue by Lauren Daigle!!

[@AV.Creative]

yea there're not country

[@shannamarie_84]

Your face when low voice guy proves he can sing without pulling/tension was so priceless. You were excitedly surprised.

[@Melodic_Soul_87]

I played it back to watch Sam react a couple more times!

[@shannamarie_84]

Marissa Roest same!! I love reactions like that.

[@MissKaraDrake]

I always says watching him is like watching a groom seeing his bride for the first time. Every. Single. Video. 😂💙💙💙

[@Seraphim-]

'low voice guy' is really Luke

[@Cheez-It]

"Priceless"? Badum tsss- lol

[@makaylawiles123]

They're brothers so that family harmony is on point🤘✌

[@deborahgomez5617]

They’re all a super talented family

[@angelsmith3929]

I seen them when the were first starting out and oh my goodness I’ve loved them ever since they are phenomenal live!

[@BethanySchmidtEsthetics]

Angel Smith one of the best concerts I’ve ever been to!

[@bethgorden3084]

Their sister is also a singer with a 25 year career. Her name is Rebecca St. James

[@Bbsgirl1023]

Rebecca St. James is their sister???!!! No way!

[@20Glacier23]

They have that same engery whenever they do a concert. It's crazy how they can keep it up for at least 2 hours.

[@tammyg2709]

I know, I was at one of their concerts last month and I was exhausted by the end (over 2 hours - just them, no opening act)! They are amazing!

[@karenhudson3536]

I went to their concert in Louisville KY on November 23rd. They are amazing. Over 2hours

[@aaronready1]

Yeah we went to Target Center, it was like 2.5 hrs. One song is tiring to sing, and Im a singer! 2.5 hrs....and running all over the place. RESPECT guys!

[@amaracea]

They are what you would call “Christian Alternative Rock,” technically.

[@MaryEllen505]

and CCM pop and CCM soft rock.

[@amaracea]

MaryEllen505 Honestly if you want to try to get super specific and add different labels we’d need a hundred labels for every single band.

[@hadassah6563]

I think they are more of an atmospheric pop. They have country and folk influences

[@meganmurphy6923]

Amaracea true

[@wolfsbane1991]

Not much rock over this imo. Maybe soft rock, at best. Alternative rock is something else entirely. I'd consider them pop

[@hannahwhatley8373]

Thank you for reacting to FK&C! I learned so much. Two things that may help clarify things for you--these guys are Australian (also brothers), which may explain the wideness of those first vowels, and no, they're not country--they are Christian contemporary artists who collaborated on a song with Dolly Parton ("God Only Knows," an AMAZING song), so they were invited to perform there. : )

[@jasmincalifornia1]

It looks like he assumed they were country because it has the word country in the band name xD

[@hannahwhatley8373]

@@jasmincalifornia1 Haha, maybe! I think it might have been because they were at the CMA Christmas show. : )

[@jasmincalifornia1]

@@hannahwhatley8373 oh shoot! I didn't notice that!

[@Jodi_W]

They also have 5 other siblings, 1 of whom is also a well known Christian artist - Rebecca St. James (although I don't think she's done anything recently). Joel's wife is also a Christian artist (he's the one with the lower voice). Look up the Smallbone family's story some time. It's pretty incredible.

[@hannahwhatley8373]

@@jasmincalifornia1 That's okay! It was really quick in the beginning that he said that.

[@heathergreen7820]

They are not a country artist. They are a Contemporary Christian artist.

[@kellybeier1068]

Yes . Obviously this guy doesn't know his music. He's getting very annoying because he's basically criticizing the band. I think for King and country sound awesome

[@jamiewilson4479]

@@kellybeier1068 he said they where awesome, several times.

[@kellybeier1068]

@@jamiewilson4479 but it seems like he's was putting them down more.

[@christyholt3883]

Kelly Beier I was worried about that as well because they are my favorite band. However, after watching him with an open mind, I’m seeing him explaining the different sounds, mouth placement etc. He seemed to really enjoy them and he is learning more about their style the more he was listening to them. He gave them some good compliments which made me happy. But, overall I think he was impressed with them.

[@janeem4371]

They are not a country duo. They are Christian Rock. They have been around for quite a while, and have a lot of hits in the Christian genre. I think they are brothers, and they're Australian. They both have a heavy Australian accent when speaking. I wish they would get more recognition for their work, as they are awesome!!

[@GodSaveTheClothes]

Love for King and Country! They put on a killer live show!

[@joyragon9056]

Hello Lollie , I have seen them 9 times! Phenomenal performers!

[@hannahelizabeth7562]

They seriously do! I went mid November this year and it was absolutely stunning and incredible! I loved it

[@izzymom2745]

We saw them live for the first time recently and I was blown away at the energy through out the entire show! LOVE them!!

[@tammyg2709]

Saw them last month on tour, they went for 2 hours and the energy NEVER STOPPED. It was the best live show I have ever been to and they sounded amazing! BTW, when they are on tour, they are doing that '2 hours' five nights a week... they are just awesome! They are doing an encore tour here in Canada, I already have my tickets!!!❤❤🤗🤗

[@sarahparrish9375]

AMEN! I saw them last year and I shook hands with Luke!!!! It was amazing!

[@emmagoode6166]

They’re Australian too so they’re accent might be the reason they sing that way.

[@Truthjustice23]

I agree. But to criticize like a perfect point is not the main issue here. Because what they do is great in every point. For God's glory. Reaching people for the kingdom of God almighty creator of everything and through Jesus Christ. God bless you all from Seattle WA 🎸 😊🎵🎶👌

[@hadassah6563]

@@Truthjustice23 I'm Christian too, but... Idk, do what u want, I guess.

[@hutcan55]

That's not an Aussie accent mate, they may be from here but that's Americanised.

[@DaGoodVybe]

I thought they were British??

[@tenderlymade]

@@DaGoodVybe Nope. Australian nationality but both Joel & Luke became citizens of the United States. They live in Nashville TN so they may get some County inspiration.

[@KayEeEss]

Omg that dry shout is exactly how I read things that are unnecessarily capitalized 😂

[@LoveYouLove1986]

🤣

[@lilahh]

😂😂😂🤣🤣🤣LOLFRY

[@reeseblackwood8369]

Low voice man is named Joel and high voice man is named Luke btw

[@JadeSteph82]

Low voice guy is Luke, and harmony guy is Joel, who sang withth his sister, Rebecca St James, on her song called Thank You.

[@cjwonderstruck425]

Maybe this could be their new nickname

[@alaynayork2457]

Luke is the low voice and Joel is the higher voice

[@chuckwright8889]

notreally, Joel goes higher and lower than Luke can go. Joel is the monster talent....along with the orange haired drummer...

[@buslady6695]

@@chuckwright8889 Teddy "Lightening" Bolt. Does anyone else notice his resemblance to Bob Dylan?

[@KayEeEss]

Sam your "floors of a house" explanation for registers and passaggi is soo good. Thank you for sharing that with us!

[@lillypatty26]

Their family is so musical.. they are Australian and they had a sister who was also in big the Christian scene in the 90’s I think, Rebecca St James

[@lizteague2374]

Joel did back up vocals for her

[@AG-mt3xs]

Oh wow! That was their sister?! Loved her music!

[@lakep7798]

Are you SERIOUS??? REBECCA IS THEIR SISTER?? No WONDER they rock! What a powerhouse family! My favorite of her albums is Transform.

[@bethgorden3084]

Yes, Rebecca St. James is right

[@ccroberts2640]

Wow Rebecca was their sis! Wow cool!

[@tinamorris01]

I don’t know why this is so satisfying 😂 like he has no idea who fk&c is so it’s not biased at all so this is so interesting 😂

[@john-raygonzalez9222]

Tina M felt exactly the same way! I’m a massage therapist for them and it’s crazy to see someone break down the technique like this. I need to write some of these terms and throw it their way lol!

[@BetteyRae]

This is the perfect comment. I don’t understand a lot of what he is saying, but he’s basically breaking down how they technically come together to be amazing!!!

[@Country_Girl63]

For King and Country is a Christian band, and they are brothers.

[@izza5163]

Waittt, they're brothers!? I didn't know that

[@sedaschexnayder4532]

If I remember correctly they are the brothers of Rebecca St. James as well.

[@sarahparrish9375]

@@sedaschexnayder4532 they are

[@Country_Girl63]

@@sedaschexnayder4532 yes, they certainly are. They use to help her during her concerts.

[@jesseplz]

Smallbone brothers

[@amandajenner5199]

I had never heard of these guys before I saw this performance on CMA Country Christmas. It definitely made me want to look up more of their music 😁

[@raiynora]

Totally! They have an album of Christmas music. Their newest album "burn the ships" is also really good!

[@ashleyc.5859]

You should really check them out! They’re my favorite band!

[@hannahelizabeth7562]

I definitely recommend it! Their newest album is absolute perfection, especially the music videos. They're amazing!

[@Countrytinker1991]

Amanda Jenner they are amazing !!! My fav group. They are all about the fans and I never get bored of their concerts

[@amandajenner5199]

Alright, you all sold me! I mean if they can turn “The Little Drummer Boy” into a song I want to listen to (I usually find this song super annoying), I can only imagine what their other music is like. Off to find them on KZbin 😁

[@DragonPrincessAoife]

He thinks they're country because they're performing on the CMAs guys. He knows this isn't country, he's wondering why they're on a CMA performance.

[@LoveYouLove1986]

Makes sense. Now, I'm wondering the same thing lol Interesting line up for a Country Music show.

[@Melodic_Soul_87]

It's probably because they collaborated on a song (God Only Knows) with Dolly Parton. That's my guess.

[@jenniferlynnward]

Max Barr they are on there cause they redid one of their songs with Dolly Parton

[@kellybeier1068]

They were in cma because they were singing with Dolly Parton

[@LLWW]

Well it was a reworked Christmas song.

[@michellevincent7464]

Rebecca St. James is their sister. She is also a gospel singer/songwriter.

[@ThatOneGirl505]

What?! No way! I got to dance with Rebecca at my church as a kid, she was so kind.

[@lostharmony27breaker98]

not sure if they have done a song with her but I'd love to see them do one together

[@anastasiabeard9264]

For king and country is a great band. I saw them live and the brothers have a really great connection.

[@LoveYouLove1986]

Same. I enjoyed them in concert.

[@skoogproductions7497]

They are great performers and put on an awesome production!

[@briannam9825]

I met him when they were just starting to get popular and caught the penny necklace Joel threw into the crowd I still wear it from time to time, and I still have the picture of me hugging them on my wall 😂

[@jacobnyhart6862]

Meet the crew - Luke (High voice guy with curly hair) & Joel (Low voice guy with square jaw) Smallbone. Australian brothers. In fairness, this song really doesn't show off what they are truly capable of (with regards to their vocals, harmonies, melodies, connection, emotion, passion, etc). I would love to see you do another FK&C reaction video to a different song of theirs. I mean sriously, pick just about anything in their disco and have at it. These incredible musicians and lyricists work right in their zones. God Only Knows, Priceless, Fight on Fighter, Shoulders, O God Forgive Us, Burn the Ships, Without You, Pioneers, Amen, Joy, Proof Of Your Love, etc -- Take your pick. BTW, they don't lip sync and they don't autotune. They are authentic.

[@PadawanAR]

They're Aussie, too so I'm wondering how much the accent plays into some of vowels and such. These guys are one of my favorite Christian bands right now. I DJ at a Christian radio station and these guys hit my rotation often.

[@jenniferballswitchhouse37]

Your reaction when he opened his mouth = PRICELESS!

[@carrielackey3072]

Your videos have really forced me to appreciate the work singers have to do to be not only professional for a long period of time, but to protect their bodies so they can do their job and not hurt themselves. I always thought it was just talent. Thanks for opening my eyes.

[@AnnaH-qt9nl]

brother you morphed into a play-by-play commentator when he took his vowel vertically😂😂 you looked like he sunk a half-court Hail Mary at the buzzer

[@kimmieess6171]

😂😂😂 Well stated!

[@Tracyg36]

The explanation about vowel choices is invaluable, as it helps me understand how to best sing for my own enjoyment without messing up my throat.

[@gosthie]

I fall in and out of channels, because I just do.. Falling back in to your channel, and didnt even know I missed it that much. Amazing music with a funky sprinkle of humor.

[@PhuzBee]

His dry humor gives me life. 💖 Oh, and the reactions are great too.

[@almaruca1364]

4:10 I totally agree with you Sam. Also Acapella groups have found a place for such low voices but they rarely sing lead. I find it weird that there isn't a single pop bass singer!

[@Simplenotion]

George Ezra? It's definitely gotten less though...before we had Leonard Cohen, Tom Waits, Cash, Barry White; Brad Roberts...surely not all true basses (those are super rare) but deeper voices at least.

[@almaruca1364]

@@Simplenotion Probably one of the deeper voices in pop at the moment but he's a baritone. I think he darkens his tone a lot but the pitches aren't actually super deep although i couldn't find anything on his vocal range so i'm only guessing. Let's hope Avi Kaplan has some success in his solo career and can reintroduce bass singers to the main stream!

[@fairygirl626]

@@Simplenotion I agree that his tone is darker but I'm an alto and I can sing along with his music just fine.

[@Simplenotion]

@@almaruca1364 yeah. That's what I meant. True basses are super rare esp. in pop music but at least he' bringing in a little bit of a lower end.

[@almaruca1364]

@@Simplenotion I imagine that the rarity of such voices contributes to this

[@savannab5200]

For King and Country is my favorite band of all time, and your reaction to them made me super happy😊 I’m glad you liked them! They’re a Christian pop band and they’re incredible. Their voices, their musicality, and their instrumentation is just amazing. They are the best live!

[@lostharmony27breaker98]

their sisters vocals are good too

[@Kazeemi2810]

Low voice man is Joel & high voice man is Luke. Brothers. Australian. Christian not country. And yes they are awesome!

[@kmtrax]

Not sure if it’s already been said this way, but upon being directly asked what genre they are during Q&A at a concert in September the response was they aren’t particularly concerned about that, just that people can relate to God’s messages through their music (paraphrase because I was there for the experience and not taking notes haha). Sidenote, I grew up listening to country radio in the 90s and beyond and started getting into contemporary Christian music almost 2 years ago after being Born Again. They are my favorite band and it is such a blessing watching them play my favorite Christmas song on this country music stage. Also cool learning a bit about the intricacies of voice.

[@masonjanik7314]

I've seen them! They are amazing live and the drums make it so more unique and amazing.

[@Isarai1705]

The mystery of one of my favorite bands explored by sam is funny and educational at the same time. Awesome video, Sam!

[@thinqaboutit5301]

We have the same last name! 💙

[@illum28]

I'm so glad they're getting more exposure. i saw them live and they were amazing.

[@Ashley-vr8bj]

For King & Country is my favorite band!!! I've seen them live many times and can vouch for the fact that they are that amazing every single time they play. They are not a country band, but a pop Christian band/duo. They are brothers from Australia, so that's why you're not hearing any twang in their voices. They were on CMA Christmas because they did a remix of one of their really popular songs, God Only Knows, with Dolly Parton this year. They're not well known in the country music world since that's not their usual genre, but are certainly known in the Christian music world where they are typically headliners at festivals. They released their first album in 2012, but spent most of their childhood travelling around and gaining lots of experience in the music industry because their older sister, Rebecca St. James, is also a well known Christian singer. And just as an FYI, the one who starts off singing who does the, "Ohhhs" is the lower singer, Joel. The taller one who is playing the drums with the curly hair is the higher singer, Luke. When you kept just saying "he"/"his" it was hard to tell who you were referencing, complimenting/critiquing throughout and I was totally thinking you had them flipped for the longest time.....I'm still not sure. Anyway this was interesting to watch. Definitely go listen to more of their music. They're AMAZING!

[@direnfooch]

I enjoyed this reaction and analysis of KING & COUNTRY(!!)'s Little Drummer Boy

[@thyouthbe3003]

The guy singing “higher” is the other guy. Just giving you a headsup

[@RachelSalvadore]

Tyler Holman Yeah

[@HolySmokesMaria]

Yeah i was so confused by him the whole time

[@lillypatty26]

Love For King and Country! This is my favorite version this song too!

[@TheJma945]

I'm not positive but I think that he's thinking the curly haired guy sings low, and the other brother is the high pitch. It's the other way around.

[@RobHerrera]

Yep, the guy on the left of the screen with the bun, is Joel. He signs the lower notes. His brother Luke, with the curly hair, always sings the higher voice 👍

[@beatrisjuarez1708]

Yes it is Luke sings higher pitch and Joel sings low

[@kathyc5831]

I think he is confused also.

[@jillianboots6067]

I was confused on who he was analyzing too. I assume Joel as he sang more but when switched he stated “the lower guy” so couldn’t tell. He didn’t really give much feedback in the second voice.

[@beatrisjuarez1708]

@@jillianboots6067 that's true but mostly Joel is the one that sings lower and Luke higher pitch🤔

[@mayawitters]

They sound like an exact genetic cross of Imagine Dragons and Mumford & Sons

[@nayslayer2563]

Check out Mutemath and Paul Meany for a more apt comparison.

[@QuincyDisneyVegan]

Actually, imagine Dragons and Mumford and Sons probably got Inspired by them because for KING & COUNTRY have been recording as a band and with their sister Rebecca St James since 1993. They've released many albums on their own and with Rebecca and have traveled around the world MANY MANY times, and have been heard on many many Christian radio stations and at many many many churches. Chances are high that you probably heard some of their other songs and didn't know it was them singing

[@Julie-mp6wu]

Imagine Dragons is a band they are inspired by in an article I've read. For King and Country has put on the best live shows I've ever seen. They are just amazing.

[@chuckwright8889]

Better, more passion, but yeah...

[@jacobneal24]

Imagine Dragons = We Are Messengers Mumford & Songs = Rend Collective

[@jackieg7927]

For king & country is one of my favorite bands ever! Saw them at winter jam years back and loved the performance. My inner bandgeek was freaking out!

[@mrw1168]

Totally agree! The bandgeek loves how they use the brass!

[@mogi8116]

Same! I saw them play at Winter Jam in Shreveport, La. They’re amazing!

[@horuslux8441]

I have to be honest, I clicked for Sam's face on the thumbnail more than for the song.

[@cfrost87]

The curly haired guy on the right is the one who is singing higher.

[@beatrisjuarez1708]

That curly haired guy has a name its name is Luke I'm not trying to be mean its that they have a name too

[@cfrost87]

didn't know names of the individual group members

[@beatrisjuarez1708]

I knew that 😂 sorry for my miss spelled words

[@kaseymul25]

Luke has curly hair, Joel has the bun

[@heidistutzman3278]

They are not country! Lol. Yay I love this group! Their sister Rebecca St. James was one of my favorites growing up. Nice review.

[@anderacat7]

Me too. I grew up listening to and loving her. I can remember the first time I saw her concert when I was 11 or 12.

[@katiebwheeler]

How did I miss that she was their sister?!?!?! First cassette I ever had was one of hers! (First CD too lol) read a bunch of her books

[@hoolialynn26]

This just blew my mind. REBECCA ST. JAMES IS THEIR SISTER!?!? Well that makes so much sense.

[@Fireonmyaltsrneverburnout]

What ?? I had no idea that was their sis. Word. Music in da fam. Love it.

[@mrstrypes]

Love your stuff, Sam! One of the most talented, humble, and positive voice teachers on KZbin by far.

[@angelsmith3929]

Sam, I just kinda stumbled across your page yesterday and I can’t stop watching you are amazing! 👏🏼

[@emilyhuang5997]

I keep trying to figure out if you know who's who lol because you'll talk about Joel's mouth shape but then you start talking about Luke's high voice. Basically: the guy with the ponytail where you talk about vowel shape is Joel, he sings lower; the guy with curly hair on the drum is Luke, he sings the high "falsetto"

[@jessica9906]

The "low voice man" the "high voice man" lol just cracks me up when he calls them that. 😆 Alao, thank you, I did learn a few things here.

[@ASAPlina]

“Now he is going into beautiful singing!!” Lol you got so excited!! Love this video. For king and country is awesome they are brothers.

[@claudemadelienemarie]

Oh! I loved this one for so many reasons. Great explanation of passagios! I really enjoyed the duo's harmony and how well they listened to each other, you can tel that they have been singing together for quite a while. Also I love how you always point out that even if something is not exactly technically well-advised on regular basis it can still give you the desired effect during a short performance and how well you explain how you would work to change that and ensure the safety of voice

[@twsfemaleshady50]

Their music is actually Contemporary Christian and the two singers are brothers.

[@aenorist2431]

A religious affiliation isn't a genre.

[@itscoreyagain]

It's a sub-genre. Christian Rock. Christian Rap....

[@LoveYouLove1986]

@@itscoreyagain don't mind him, norist is really triggered by this apparently lol

[@heididavison816]

Ae Norist Tell that to all the Christian recording labels that are out there lol

[@candalalala]

Me DUDE right?? He’s really triggered xD

[@1993sjt]

This is my favorite Christian Duo band, not only can they sing, deliver a more than exceptional and intensely high energy show, but Joel also acts. & above all- they use their gifts to minister and help their fans and music lovers to Christ. They minister to men about the value of a woman and minister to women and young females about their worth and worthy men. They genuinely love their fans and care for each of them. They’re love for their wives is admirable and the depth of their songs’ meanings and lyrics is life changing. #ForKingAndCountry is using their platform for Gods kingdom and God is busting doors wide open and breaking barriers through this amazing music group! God bless

[@draxoxo7]

I really appreciate that you had no clue who they were and gave such awesome feedback! I am enjoying all your videos. This one has my heart not only bc it’s my favorite band, but because you had no clue what to expect unlike other artists you’ve done. Can’t wait for more videos, and hoping you do some more for king and country songs in the future ❤️

[@amytucker1902]

The appreciation and analysis you show is so much fun to watch

[@janice9760]

Yay!! I’ve loved their music for a few years now. They’re brothers originally from Australia 🇦🇺

[@bailey415]

This is one of my all-time favorite bands. They’re actually a Christian band with country crossover appeal they did a duet with Dolly Parton. So they kind of crossed into the country genre. The lead singers are both brothers from Australia which may be part of their intonation and vowel choices. I really love their song.Joy you need to check it out.

[@victoriaortiz3448]

Seen them live twice and they are so amazing. They never disappoint

[@shortermama8099]

Seeing them in concert soon. Can't wait!

[@ktrmeadow]

Enjoy ! Mind blowing show.

[@tammyg2709]

Me too, second row seats!!! Super excited!!😇

[@sarah52292]

You won’t be disappointed!!! They’re awesome!

[@reeseblackwood8369]

I gotta be honest, was not expecting you to react to for KING & COUNTRY🤣 also as MANY people have pointed out, they aren't a country band

[@chuckwright8889]

And it was a Christmas performance, and Drummer Boy is proper Christmas genre song...

[@Sparkle132]

Joel is the one who started with the intro vocal. Luke is the higher singer (playing the tom drum with the curly hair) throughout the song. Love their version of the song it's the best!

[@chuckwright8889]

And it's not low and high...Joel has more range than Luke on both ends. Luke is very good. Joel is all world.

[@Sparkle132]

Chuck Wright oh I agree he does have a wider range but if you listen to most of their songs like sings more of the higher parts I think probably because his falsetto is really distinctive

[@chuckwright8889]

@@Sparkle132 yes I would agree with that...and I still think he can go lower than Luke can also...and if you hear his long "yeeeaaahh" in between "I played my drum for him" and then "I played my best for him" - it's an incredibly rich sound. If you don't remember that part specifically, that " yeah," go back and listen. it's amazing. The whole thing was. I love their writing, their music, their passion, but Joel is the world class talent of the group. Great showman too.

[@Sparkle132]

Chuck Wright I love all their albums but I agree Joel has a great presence on stage. And a powerful vocal

[@chuckwright8889]

@@Sparkle132 no one should be that handsome, talented, and charismatic!!!...LOL. he's fun to watch. I love their choreographed moves up front...

[@SnowyRains]

Wow Sam your videos are mind blowing 🤯 I never knew there was so much to singing I just always thought they open their mouth and it comes out perfect. You make me wanna learn how to sing properly.

[@Kamfanvideo]

These too brothers are crazy talented and have big passion about what they do. I hope u will check more from them.

[@MemBirdman]

Nutshell background for the band: The two up front are brothers, born in Australia, their dad is a music promoter and their sister preceded them in the industry. They moved from Australia to Nashville 25ish years ago, so when they were pretty young. I don’t know the training exactly, but with their sister’s success in the 90s/early 00s, the family had access to a LOT of talented coaches and producers. They have been in the Contemporary Christian Music (CCM) genre (it’s a thing, kind of like there’s a difference between rock and alternative), but have had inroads to a more mainstream audience a couple times. This most recent opportunity is because of Dolly Parton joining them in a song on their latest project, titled Burn the Ships. They had been at the CMA awards the week before to sing that song with Dolly. Please don’t compare them to Imagine Dragons. That hurts me on a fundamental level, I dislike Imagine Dragons so...

[@feabicyoplung]

They remind me of Imagine Dragons also. It’s the drums and slightly overwrought production that’s all.

[@MapleFried]

The timber of their music is just as bright and atmospheric as a lot of Imagine Dragons' popular tracks, but the difference here is that you feel the soul coming from this music. I.D.'s music does not have that because it's obviously cookie-cutter and written more for radio airtime than anything else. Edit: Imagine Dragons is commercial music; this is just music

[@MemBirdman]

Christopher Lapensee I get it. I just really don’t like Imagine Dragons.

[@MapleFried]

@@MemBirdman They are terrible

[@MemBirdman]

Christopher Lapensee I agree 100% with them being commercial music. And there’s nothing wrong with doing music made to be popular. Justin Timberlake and Maroon 5 have made careers out of that. But they’ve just got...yeah, that lack of soul. So it falls flat to me and I’ll either change the channel or tune them out when they come up.

[@_elliandra_]

Wow, I love that you reacted to them. They are very creative.

[@xprilxngel]

This was very helpful! I'm trying to improve my singing (e.g. technique/style) and your channel is really helping me!💞😌 thanks

[@AJisdabombsauce]

I love your critiques!! So thorough, keep it up 💙

[@middler5212]

You were mistaking the high and low singers. The small vowel shapes was the brother singing lower.

[@heidicook2739]

The Little Drummer Boy is a classic Christmas song that’s been around for a really long time. . And I’ve heard that these guys have amazing live shows. And they aren’t country.

[@RavensRedd]

One of my favorite Christmas songs! Thanks for reacting to it Sam. Your analysis was very insightful and I will be applying (or trying to apply) some of what you said. Hard-working musicians/singers can and should be recognized and appreciated regardless of genre. Sam did just that. Great video Sam!

[@adampentz6011]

Great review! I was impressed by your ability to capture with words what they were doing with their voices. Thank you for reviewing this band as well. I'm sure you've already seen everyone else's comments, so I won't go there. What I thought was especially great was how you were able to in a way sense the connection between the two singers (brothers who have been singing since their teens) by listening to the way they harmonized. Again, excellent review!

[@FlanFran]

react to some Roxette videos. tribute to Marie Fredriksson . rest in peace :(

[@MandyCloud55]

She was a fantastic vocalist and will be missed :(

[@sp10sn]

I hadn't heard. Thanks 😥

[@lesadietrich4784]

I was surprised to find that I enjoyed your critique of Joel and Luke Smallbone. Based on your comments about how well they work together, I'm sure you won't be surprised to learn that they are brothers. They were raised around music. (Their father was a music promoter.). They have an older sister, Rebecca St. James, who has been a Christian recording star since the mid-to-late 1990's. They sang back-up for her and others before forming their own group (duo). Their voices blend beautifully, in a fashion rarely seen beyond family bonds.

[@kimmieess6171]

You are amazing to me. So knowledgeable, so relatable. I enjoy your videos, and even being a trained professional musician, I have learned from you. Keep up the great work, Sam!

[@KatBuckleyXOX]

Sam =) I LOVE DRUMS SO MUCH. Thank you for posting this performance. Merry Christmas Sam. XOX

[@MyWorldUncut]

I believe they refer to themselves as a pop duo, or alternative rock. They did sing one song with Dolly Parton which I think is why they were there to begin with.

[@countbeccula]

I just found you, but the first vid i saw of you was from a year ago with your long hair and shaved face and then i see this and i thought you gave your channel away to another person XD you look so DIFFERENT! I love your channel so far! Youre really kind and well spoken! Its really nice to watch

[@jjstookes]

Love it when his jaw drops when Joel takes his turn! LOVE FOR KING & COUNTRY :) :) :)

[@mselizabethmarrero]

One thing is watching a vid and listening but actually being there and seeing the same, flawless performance where so much creativity is happening all around you with these guys is EXHILARATING!!! And yes, Luke has a unique voice. All their music is unique, creative, and high quality. They redid this song in such an amazing way 🔥🙌🏻

[@tinamorris01]

They are a Christian band 😋 you should react to them preform “ o god forgive us” because of there harmony in it. Edit: Also don’t forget they are Australian. 😂 And their names are Joel and Luke. Luke is the taller dude and Joel is the other one. Luke usually sings in the higher and octave and Joel is the one who is in the lower octave

[@aemondslefteye]

I love For King and Country! Yay!😍

[@kristydent9149]

Recently found your channel this past month and have been binge-watching all the vids. I sing as alto in a choir and i find your explanations so relatable and helpful. It's made me notice my own habits when singing! Thank you so much!! It's refreshing to come across someone so enthusiastic and encouraging to all level of singers and provide genuine & kind constructive feedback. Also... Your sense of humour absolutely tickles me 😂 love it

[@GcNaxsus]

Watching this makes me love for King&Country even more absolutely amazing

[@morganlouiseramsey]

for KING AND COUNTRY are amazing!

[@Shireishou]

When U said "I wonder how their training has been." proof me you really lovely and respect hardworks. Btw can you react for Dangdut song. I dont know the title. But I just curious about your opinion with this genre. Thank you

[@garliccgoblinn2572]

So excited! This is by far my favorite song because of the style they put on it. I listen to it on repeat 🙌🏻 my kids hate me 😂

[@bethgleason7183]

Love you, Sam. So much information!

[@KDeecki]

These guys are seriously talented. They talk about their childhood being on the road, their Sister is older and was touring (their father was her manager) so they have been around music their entire lives. You should listen to some of their other music, the new album is called "Burn the Ships"... My favorite song by them is "Priceless", give it a listen. (It's about the value of a human life)

[@aschomm1572]

Probs thought they were country since this was on CMA Christmas which CMA is country. Sooooo. Ya.

[@Melodic_Soul_87]

Maybe they were on there because of there collaboration with Dolly Parton on God Only Knows? I liked it though!

[@raiynora]

Yeah, I think it's only because they collabed with Dolly Parton, who is famous for country music. But they were put on the show by themselves without her, so maybe that means the CMA Awards like them?

[@BuzzDoesDisney]

CMA also stands for Christian Music Awards, and this video is from around 2015, and the Dolly collaboration was in 2019.

[@Melodic_Soul_87]

@@BuzzDoesDisney If you look the video up it's from this year 2019. It was on the country channel, I just watched the show since we (my family) had dvr'd it.

[@Melodic_Soul_87]

@@raiynora There were others on that weren't Country singers. Kristin Chenoweth known for being on Broadway and CeCe Winans a gospel singer. Maybe it's cuz they're all good artists. I really enjoyed the whole show.

[@abigailharold3854]

I'm so happy to see you analyzing a song from my favorite band! Glad to see other people recognize the talent I love!!

[@cbentler4528]

Wow. I already loved this band. But now that I’ve watched this analysis I appreciate them even more!!! They’re killing it!

[@Dranma51]

This is contemporary Christian music but they did get a standing ovation at the CMA awards! They are awesome!

[@heididavison816]

For a crazy “Country” act, check out Orville Peck. I’d love for you to listen/react to more King and Country! They are awesome!

[@kaki4forks]

Heidi Davison I found Orville Peck from a Bon Appetit video lol

[@renesha2450]

That is such a great performance for its entertaining value. And then add this fun technical analysis it just makes me appreciate it more.

[@HiroseFamily5]

Love the analogy of the levels of a house. Also love this version of Drummer Boy. Thanks for taking all your subscribers out of the Drummer Boy Challenge.

[@bethshadid2087]

You need to check out their live version of Oh Come Emmanuel live in Phoenix. That's amazing. Their whole Christmas album from last year was amazing.

[@kimberlyolson99]

You should react to more of them! Their names are Joel and Luke. Joel was the first one singing, the one you talked about the most, and Luke is the other one. Luke can get up there while singing as well.

[@christinegerjets2798]

i love when you react to and analyze for KING & COUNTRY. Your introduction to the video is perfect, I'd have a hard time keeping a straight face.

[@Diana-mr8we]

Nice video! I love for KING and COUNTRY I saw them perform live in concert a few months ago and they are so amazing live and such inspiring and dedicated people. They write beautiful songs too.