FREE VOICE LESSONS: Analyzing my fans

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[@chrismartinez144]

Shout out to all these people for being confident enough to let Sam critique them for the *whole world* to see! 👍 I could never do this lol 😂

[@heavymetalmusichead4969]

If I were going to have anyone critique me in front of all of KZbin, I'd want it to be Sam, because he's super kind and compassionate. Lol

[@alviss2190]

It's easy to be confident when you are clearly not bad

[@electronic575]

yeah, I thought the same thing. I get super anxious and bad only think about the public situation

[@sinahagen6492]

Guys live is too short to feel ashamed about what brings you joy ☻

[@singtalklaughli8999]

I kinda want to do it lol 😂

[@HollowDeathful]

"hi i'm sam johnson and im a voice teacher" daily dose of dopamine

[@breannaellis9446]

YES

[@azraelspeaks]

Dude not even a minute in. Seeing your face light up when you watch people who try their best is top tier content. Like you can see what their doing wrong, but you display so much joy when you know they are trying. Thanks to those who shared the vids to make this happen, keep working at it.

[@dark_faerie]

I feel the same way, it makes my heart smile to see his face light up! It honestly brought a tear to my eye. You can tell he honestly loves what he does.

[@demonfossil]

You are so constructive and nice when it comes to analyzing someone’s vocals. It’s refreshing.

[@StatesideBeast]

Right? I don't even sing. He makes me feel like I could sing better Whitney Houston.

[@brunomelo9114]

@@StatesideBeast My thoughts exactly! I wish I could afford his lessons hahaha

[@freakintrenton]

Thanks for reacting to my video and the kind words! I will definitely work on getting different sounds in there and working on my face!

[@AwhhhhAdam]

Trenton Barr you’re soooo good please tell me you have a band :) id love to hear you On a heavy “emo” track :)

[@freakintrenton]

AwhhhhAdam thank you so much! I don’t currently have a band but hopefully I start one soon so I can get those heavy emo tracks going!

[@veliquence]

please tell me you have a band, or a shit ton of midwest emo covers somewhere. You're incredible. Edit: Just subbed to you, do some American Football covers PLEASE

[@fleshTH]

It sounded really good. I don't know who your influences are, but I heard a lot of Saves The Day in that, which is very nostalgic for me!

[@GretschMayer]

Of all the vocal coaches in the world, I'd choose you. You're a unicorn Sam.

[@3peopleinaroom50]

you're a wizard, Harry!

[@LoriFahy]

@Unknown Doggo yup same.

[@dominoeharlee4454]

PLEASE make this a series, I sincerely enjoyed this video and I'm no singer lol I just love love love music (:

[@claudemadelienemarie]

There are other videos of that kind - you can go to "Playlists" :) It's not regular so far but he has been doing them for a while!

[@legzfalloffgirl5148]

I completely agree!!!!

[@lisalwaysunny]

Thanks so much for reacting to my video!! As much as I love Disney, I don't feel very comfortable singing many of the princessy songs. I've worked really hard on not making my voice so heavy so I appreciate the feedback. Kudos to Trenton and Nikita, ya'll killed it and I'm jealous that you can both play instruments :D

[@Metallnsanity87]

Your voice is beautiful!

[@JaniFerraz]

You're amazing! The song sounded even more beautiful acapella. Good job!!

[@clownninjas8226]

You did great girl.... try this for the lower notes practicing wise..... stand against a wall and push your shoulders as far back as you can while standing straight.... focus on where your breath comes from... it will also super duper help with your breathing....

[@lisalwaysunny]

@@clownninjas8226 Thanks and agreed:D I tend to have a harder time achieving good breathing technique/good posture when sitting on my bed haha

[@ShAwNkE93]

Great voice! Not only did I like your voice, you also really put some emotion in it :) I would definitely listen to more from you, if you had any content on KZbin

[@The_Ghero69]

Okay but props to the second girl for sounding so sweet and ACTUALLY DOING THIS ACCAPELLA

[@hannahlanai]

She's so adorable and has such a sweet, pure voice

[@lisalwaysunny]

Awe thank you!!:D

[@jadegagne0493]

Lisa B Your voice is beautiful! I replay it a couple of time you take all my attention 🙏💞 sorry for my bad english I’m french 🙄

[@Jonas-nr2ki]

She sounds like a real Disney voice

[@hannahlanai]

@@lisalwaysunny Do you have a YT channel? I'd love to hear more songs by you if you have any ^_^

[@deathmetalsl]

All "critics" should take note. This is how you critique constructively.

[@Nirad-jt7en]

You are a perpetual optimist. You see the positive in everything and when you see something “wrong” you don’t criticize rather you give constructive advice on ways to improve. If the world had more people like you we’d be a much better world. Love watching your videos.

[@cyberwaste]

Sam man, I wish every human were as wholesome and positive as you are. I'm an English teacher and just watching you has taught me how to more positively and effectively provide feedback to my students.

[@marka.6879]

You're very good at delivering advice. You are good at articulating your points without any sort of judgmental tone. Your method is the best example of delivering constructive criticism (or maybe evaluation) I have come across. Just thought I'd give some encouragement and I hope you keep doing what you're doing!

[@tashathorpe1772]

Absolutely! I some how came across one of his videos and nowits been days and idk how many ive watched! Because he is so great at constructively criticizing the individual person's voice and helping them .. Without trying to turn them into others or be harsh about it!

[@3xceed]

Whiny Emu is my new band name.

[@freakintrenton]

Exceed I’d listen to it

[@cathelijnedj]

I had to rewatch that part because it made me laugh so hard 😂

[@Techmullet]

I literally have no idea how I got here. I love just singing in the car. not a great singer by any means. I kinda always thought that you are either good at singing or bad. never really thought you could be taught how to sing. Not really big into all of this. but literally I saw one of your videos just two days ago, and literally, I can't stop watching. I've probably run through 40 or so videos in the last 2 days... You are phenomenal

[@icymoniz1302]

Techmullet me rn 🤣

[@Topaz_Estrella]

Same. I've been binging his content for the last 2 days.

[@Hscaper]

Vocal coach vs. vocal critic. That’s why sams reactions are drastically different than, say, xfactor reactions.

[@jessiehermit9503]

I don't much like Xfactor anymore.

[@Bobo_Tapia]

Can we get a "let it vibrate in your mouth a little more" shirt? Lol

[@lukeberryarchive]

Bobo para bobo

[@edwardtory1250]

"vibration in your chesty parts" for me.

[@rheaandmichael7958]

I don't like how that could be misinterpreted.

[@Bobo_Tapia]

Rhea and Michael But that’s the point lol

[@lucygirl4926]

"Hi, I'm Sam Johnson's fan and I love watching him watching others..." There, I've said it.

[@kristinmccutcheon2911]

Yes !!! I super love his facial expressions. So genuinely interested, it's so wonderful.

[@kiralidia9470]

Bunch of strangers: Hiiii, Sam Johnson's fan...

[@ariannarodriguez7544]

Sams smile is so pure and beautiful it’s so contagious I don’t even realize how much I’m smiling until my cheeks start to hurt

[@AliCia-mj4lx]

Fun fact: every vocal couch touches the piano, while explaining something to their students. My vocal teacher can't explain anything without touching the piano and playing some notes. Love it :D

[@suzannahmontreal1051]

I just love this. I find it easier to understand the technical aspects you're always talking about when applied to amateur singers. There is only the voice to focus on. No band, no amplification, no stage. These people were great by the way and so courageous. Bravo!

[@MrBubbajiggens]

I don’t really know anything about vocal techniques or anything like that, but man your videos are great to watch. Keep it up!

[@codylove3212]

Please do more of these maybe even add it into a rotation man, these really are great to watch. I think some of your best tips are in this video.

[@LetsChatGrace]

he looks so proud of everyone he’s watching it’s so so sweet!

[@mrknarf4438]

5:22 love that attitude, it's your channel but his effort You truly are a gentle soul, keep it up!

[@bashfyl]

The way you love music is positively contagious.

[@lindy7403]

Everyone who submitted a video to be analyzed did so well! I thoroughly enjoyed listening to you all. Well done 😊❤️🙌🏻👊

[@inragedhippo841]

Sam i just wanted to say thank you for being so constructive yet so kind to people this is what we need more of in this world. i dont sing but you make me wanna start

[@biancabayer7237]

Everytime I see a single thumbs down in here, I just think how can anyone dislike Sam's videos... Seriously! Pisses me off. haha Sam, you're amaziiing, so gentle, so kind... Thank you for being YOU!

[@KatrinaHuber]

Bianca Bayer some people have clumsy fingers. I’m sure it was supposed to be a thumbs up every time

[@johnirby8847]

Lol it's the other vocal coaches on KZbin...they are jealous

[@TheJTK123]

I just ignore those. I literally dont even acknowledge them anymore. They will always be there. There will always be a thumbs down no matter what it is. God could post a video saying that he grants everyone 10 million dollars and someone will dislike it

[@emilyduke4255]

I swear some people go to videos just to dislike them. I don’t even understand why the dislike button still exists. It adds exactly nothing to the site

[@louises.p6833]

Sam: Hi I'm Sam Johnson and I'm a voice teacher My brain: *D O P A M I N E*

[@alala_emily8210]

SAAAAME

[@McPhan86]

I think you're so right about confidence. I will admit my actual technique hasnt changed much since I was 19 (33 now) but I've got more and more confident with it and people seem to endear themselves more to my voice

[@BeautifulBrittany18]

I love this idea for a video. I am very much enjoying watching this. I also like the way it is interacting with fans, which is always wonderful to see.

[@Aluke5460]

Your analysis videos are genuinely really good. You manage to incorporate music theory, but you also manage to simplify it for viewers who aren’t too savvy in that area. Sick channel and concept man And you should do a slight throwback and analyze Shiloh Dynasty’s old music clips

[@AlizaJayne]

Annnnd you even utilized the 3-5 good 1 critique formula! The 1 critique, even if it’s scathing will be exponentially more likely to be internalized by the individual if it’s padded with genuine positive comments. It can be easy to just pick out the bad or just try to pat them on the back with no criticism, so your insightful and nuanced commentary is refreshing and appreciated!

[@sitntrot]

Sam, I would love to see some video comparisons of your students when they first started with you and where they are now with their voice. I think it would be interesting to hear the changes and/or improvements in their voice.

[@Isa-ug7rp]

I love how Sam looks directly into the camera in his intro lol

[@zealotbr]

I have zero interest in singing, but somehow I love to listen to you explaining those things :D

[@lys8779]

The way you watch and listen when reacting is so genuine like you have such an appreciation for what you're listening to and enjoying it as you take in both what you love about the vocals and how they can be improved. (Plus you deliver your explanations so well) You're the dream voice teacher honestly you're so amazing! ❤

[@babyp328]

All 3 were awesome and kudos to them for putting themselves out there to be critiqued. Sam, your analyses are always so tailored and pithy and constructive...we'd all be fortunate to have you as our coach!

[@midtwilightblue]

You should try to randomly pick videos on Smule Sing to react to!

[@RedRoseSeptember22]

I second this!!!

[@breebree2842]

I LOOOOVE Smule lol

[@JinniferStYves-tz1dd]

It’s actually one of the requirements to have him react to your video that you not use smule because of the voice altering effects they have

[@midtwilightblue]

Jinnifer St. Yves I agree however most of those he reacts to (professional) do have some modifications to suit the surrounding and vibe. Some reverb/room size on Smule is almost necessary to blend into the music and not sound like you’re....on your phone lol. But deeeefinitely none of the pop or Grunge 🙅🏻‍♀️

[@brandonvalle1631]

Smule has a bunch of people with shitty mics and auto tune rip lolll

[@ottot3221]

First of all, hats off to the 3 patreons who where okay with the video being shown publicly. You all are amazing. Sam is so right saying that singing a song is more than just singing the right notes. It is the whole performance and believe in what you are singing. It'll come trough the voice and will make it better. But it was still very good.

[@chronicmango]

As a big fan of emo and harder styles of music, I really appreciate that you have an appreciation for the styles I like. It’s so stylistically rooted so it’s great to hear context specific critique as well.

[@glowspurpleworld]

I need to put mi finances in order, I definitely need your lessons!! 😍😍 Love you!!!!

[@psytron939]

Love how you explain vocal techniques! Ive been singing for years, took lessons and all and theres so much I learned just by watching your videos Sam, had to join Patreon! Keep up the great work

[@susanneschmiedbauer5734]

I love how constructive you are and how you believe everyone can sing! Loved your video reacting to the worst contestants on Idol! I have senaorial hearing loss and live to sing and your videos help alot.

[@philipripper1522]

I think the difference is ownership. Like, an amateur might say, hey, what should I work on? While a pro will say, hey, how do I work on Y, because Y is what I want and I'm not really interested in general observations. LIke amateur is: how do I get approval? While pro is: how do I make changes that I personally desire? But I don't actually know what I'm talking about.

[@elizabethpenton2306]

You're spot on.

[@aliatheli]

Philip Ripper makes sense. When you're a pro, you know all of the basic to some extent and you've worked on them well. You just don't need a foundation, because you've already had one built up. If a voice is a house, a beginner needs help building a whole house, a pro only needs fnishing touches/Improvements.

[@mayoneezu__]

You are the best vocal coach i found in youtube so far! I love it! O can’t stop watching

[@breannaellis9446]

I watch so many of your videos and I love when you do those little 2 second splashes of a photo or text because you screwed up when you were talking or there’s a bug in the room or whatever. It always makes me laugh

[@jettsetgirl]

knows nothing about the terms & Techniques Sam is talking about but I find myself nodding in agreement with everything

[@Cabingirlandrandomcrap]

As a vocal student, I love how you’re able to extensively verbally express the physicality in vocalizations to make the changes needed to fine-tune a sound. You’re so positive and are never rudely critical which is a breath of fresh air (ha, see what I did there?). Love your videos, make this a regular series!

[@ReijiAoeGirl666]

Will forever call it "emu music" from now on lol

[@Dalziel45]

emusic

[@MunkeeFWRrng]

This seems like a really neat video. Love ya, Sam. Stay shining always 💗

[@MissCaraMint]

Man I’d really like Sam to respond to my singing. All the things he says really is very contructive.

[@thomasag2765]

Sam you are amazing! I always look forward to your videos brother!

[@sweeperboy]

I LOVE this video and specifically how supportive and constructive you are to those three who were so brave to allow their clips to be shown, not to you, but to your KZbin channel. Your critique and advice is so wonderful, please keep this up. Tonally, I especially liked Nikita's voice on "Maggie", it just seemed to work with the style of song. Perhaps there are things she can work on, but I loved it as a performance.

[@MissRavenGreen]

The way Sam smiles in this video tells the whole story. He’s amazing.

[@bryanedge2120]

Me: I'm a mature adult. I'm a mature adult. I'm a mature adult. Sam: You gotta let it vibrate in your mouth a little more. Me: *Forcefully trying to hold in a laugh with my eyes bulging out of my head* That being said I am a fairly new sub of yours and really enjoy your content! Glad I found you!

[@MissCrazyCatLady88]

You have such a positive and beautiful vibe 😍

[@evanmcdonnal]

With regard to that amateurs vs pros question... well on the one hand you said "who you work with" - I think that kinda depends. In my eyes there's somewhat of a big divide between two kinds of artists/musicians here. Those who are primarily performers and those who are primarily writers. If you're primarily a writer and your writing is great you only really need to be just barely good enough at singing to potentially do well. To be primarily a performer I think it's more about external factors like looks, charisma, dance skills, etc (assuming the person isn't like an outright virtuoso on the singing front). As you alluded to, you can go to an open mic or a small local show and see singers with skills comparable to many pros. It's those other external factors that make industry folk say "this person is talented and marketable" and pair you with a great producer/team of ghost writers/put massive marketing budget behind you etc. I don't think singing alone will get one far in music unless you're literally on another level.

[@stevebuckskinner5482]

So far I love that 2nd singer!!

[@The_Motley_Fool]

I'd love to see what he has to say about people who's singing talents are controversial like Tom Waits or Meatloaf, or lesser known people like Steam Powered Giraffe or American Murder Song

[@comefromthedead]

The Motley Fool oh, I’d LOVE to see his opinions on Terrence Zdunich!

[@zoeruane5454]

Holy shit, Meatloaf would be awesome.

[@cesg7749]

I love this channel. He’s such a kind guy willing to help people get better at what they enjoy doing

[@opal_skies97]

I gotta join your patreon so I can have my shot! You're so kind and constructive with your critique and it seems like lessons from you could really help folks like me.

[@Juniper_Moana]

Loved this one. I have a similar difficulty transitioning from head to chest as the 3rd person. As for pro vs amateur, like you said, confidence is a big part. I think also being very familiar with your particular instrument, knowing its limits, weaknesses, strengths, and how to achieve the sound you want.

[@dawngrrrl]

Loved everything about this! I think the main differences between a professional and amateur singer = production and performance. Most of the good amateurs I've encountered aren't very skilled performers, like they don't emote properly and/or they seem anxious or you can see all the effort. Production value goes without saying. If you don't have access to studio time with a good producer there's going to be a difference.

[@sarahf2042]

you never cease to blow me away with your knowledge. thanks for these videos!!

[@libanesamaria6675]

Love it. Love how you are helping them directly and letting people to see so they can learn too.

[@michellecole6325]

I'm so enjoying your analyses. You're always kind and provide excellent suggestions.

[@GaryJoseph]

I’m glad I just found your channel! I have made tons of progress in the 30 months since I started singing, but have so much to learn yet. Great video and very informative. 🤠🙌🙏

[@claudemadelienemarie]

TIL is my fave abbreviation for any of your videos! So informative, kind and wholesome. Loved Trenton's, Lily's and Nikita's performances

[@breezybri2838]

I love the smile when u hear people sing.

[@dmeatheringham]

Whiny Emu music: next hot trend.

[@alala_emily8210]

I am SO glad i found these videos theyre interesting

[@jarrodpairgin6886]

I would love for you to do more of these. I would totally be down for becoming a patron if it meant getting a vocal critique from the legend himself.

[@kaitlinlmao5089]

I would love to see you react to Seventeen's DK vocal compilation. His voice is unreal and needs more appreciation!

[@LaineyBug2020]

Lol, Trenton was so adorable I wanted to Mom all over him & tell him to get his hair out his eyes so everyone can see his beautiful face! I think Lisa didn't sound as confident in her quieter parts but then she killed it when she hit the crescendos! I loved Nikita's 'flippy' folky voice. It was so comforting, like a loved one singing you a lullaby. I wish I had access to better teachers when I was younger, but the middle school chorus teacher just said I wasn't a natural and washed his hands of it, lol! The only place I really feel I sing well is at church but that's probably because I have a whole congregation to tune to!

[@stevebuckskinner5482]

I really enjoyed this. Good singers and great advice!

[@moberry8641]

Love that you can tell how much Sam genuinely enjoys listening to these 😍

[@G1nger_Snaps]

All 3 singers were so talented and different. It didn’t hurt that the rock, Disney/music theatre, folk sounds are my favorites either😁. Your critique was so genuine and helpful. So fun!

[@arxsyn]

Btmay2005 Yas the third singer was giving me Joni Mitchell vibes!

[@MsEJMcLaren]

I completely agree that the biggest difference between amateur singers and professionals is confidence. It takes so much confidence to get in front of an audience and perform well. As an amateur, you may sound fabulous at home in your comfort zone but sound and act timid in front of people. Getting past that is a huge hurdle for a lot of us. Kudos to anyone who manages it.

[@TheWeekendFriend]

I gotta applaud this guy yet again for another fantastic video with so much insight and learning.. such high value for all music lovers. Seriously, we want more videos like this please. Feels so down to earth and very relatable 🙏🏽✨✨

[@FLmanity]

"people listen with their eyes " - sam johnson, 2019 j/k great video love seeing your constructive criticism it is always a pleasure!

[@margicates553]

FLmanity they do. I’ve been performing for years and when I left my hair curly, people told me I sounded like T-swift, when I brushed it I sounded like Janis Joplin. When I straightened it Morgan James. People rarely hear your voice, before deciding what box to put you in. That’s why these videos are so wonderful. He listens to the sounds

[@LoriFahy]

Sam you are the kindest most constructive and interesting vocal coach on youtube.

[@Rachel_phantom]

I would love for you to analyze Barrett Wilbert Weed singing defying gravity. I always thought it sounded like maybe she wasn’t singing it very efficiently, but I’d like your take on it. You always are so descriptive with what singers could do better to make a song sound better.

[@mauriciohmello]

You are just so kind... nice human being. Thanks for your passage in earth

[@awkwardrevenger7944]

Hey Sam love your videos your are an amazing vocal coach I found your channel randomly one day I wasn’t searching anything vocal related at all but I came across your channel somehow so glad I did the kudos to all the people being brave and singing on the interwebs let alone being analyzed id love to be brave one day but y’all are Awesome

[@awitness4jehovah]

Everyone was great, and your observations and advice was terrific :) My favorite singer was the last one. Her vocal changes sounded intentional to me- like a "yodel".

[@machin8593]

"People listen with their eyes", you know, it might be weird at first but I know what you meant to say, because i've watched you prove that good analysis relies on more than one aspect of something, "the sound might be good, but the strain on your throat shows that it could hurt in the long run", that kind of thing. So yeah, funny way to put it but actually quite true

[@44890chrisc]

This would be an amazing series to continue and turn into a specific Patreon teir

[@IsthisMarlo]

Nobody does this kind of videos cuz they are not sam Thank you for beeing pure and honest keep uo your work wish to see you hit 10 mil!! subs😉🤞

[@annamoldovan3425]

you should make a video analyzing america’s got talent contestants

[@notanotherstep]

That second girl definitely has a theater voice. The way she enunciates and the vowel shapes are so indicative of your classic musical voice.

[@margicates553]

adam blauw she had such a nice ringy tone. She kind of squeezed out the long note, and her chest wasn’t released so her highs were a little flat. Super in tune and musical theater though.

[@CreeperKiller420]

Your videos are extremely helpful and you are great.

[@junehiott4831]

Thank you and the singers💜💜💜

[@AceXDGaming]

You should review either vultures by Asking Alexandria or the acoustic version of alone in a room by Asking Alexandria I always thought that he had a great voice in them but it would be cool for you to do something like that!

[@savagedolphin]

Well done to everyone who sent a video to be analysed publicly. It took major confidence to do that. A great video and a much needed injection of positivity.

[@diotenchi]

Hello Sam! Recently a Brazilian singer called Andre Matos passed away, suddenly, and we are devastated. The guy was an amazing singer and it would be awesome to see new people getting to know his talent! If you do find the time to react to any of his songs it would be awesome.

[@courtneyfox4028]

I would love if you did a video about mentality during singing! I am a professional singer, & still struggle with centering, relaxing & being in the moment while singing - which affects my sound quite a bit. It would be awesome to hear what you recommend to get into a good headspace for performing, what works for you or for some of your students with similar issues! Thanks for everything you do!!

[@Jeff-dx3ql]

Dude! Sam! You are awesome! Thank you for being you!

[@AutoGamerZ_]

Trenton would probably sound great doing some angus and julia stone songs too :) - They suit his singing style well.

[@HollowDeathful]

or like any early 2000s emo band