Geoff can ACT TOO?? | Ain’t No Sunshine - Geoff Castellucci | Acapella Reaction/Analysis

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[@officialmortius]

Pssst, even if you normally skip the outros, make sure you watch 14:57 forward today for a special message😄

[@commandersmith2327]

In the description you have MayTree as the artist...

[@officialmortius]

@@commandersmith2327 someone messaged me through discord and I fixed that about 5 minutes after upload, if you refresh the page it should be fixed :) But thank you for letting me know!

[@ouden5334]

Please react to Tim Storms - Lonesome Road (lowest singing voice in the world)

[@zamorvex]

@@officialmortius its really funny when you were saying about how through geoffs acting you can feel the loss he feels of losing someone, coz i looked it up and supposedly the song is about drinking and the "she" is the alcohol. did you ever find out if his transition was legit?

[@bigfrankfraser1391]

geoff is like the skinny dipper in jaws, you know whats coming, but it still takes you by surprise no matter how many times you see it

[@AlwaysAndForever7]

The sassy editor interjections paired with your enthusiastic and slightly delirious reaction was stellar! I had to stop sipping my tea because I kept almost doing spit takes 😂 thank you for making the sacrifice to record while sick! Hope you feel better!

[@AlwaysAndForever7]

Oh no I commented before the outro! Loved it 😂 and will check out the playlist!

[@wintermolloy7396]

Exactly. I love it

[@MagicMason1000]

💜

[@b.buster.]

Geoff sings this every time Kathy goes shopping.

[@bethelliot7140]

🤣🤣

[@thomassblaquelourde9298]

That's funny you got me

[@shirleykarr3554]

In the ten years Geoff spent in the Beetlejuice Revue at Universal, he wasn't just singing and dancing (in green make-up and four-inch platform shoes, no less). We get a little bit of his acting in videos with costumes and set pieces, and see a little more in songs like Little Mermaid or Monster Mash. (Each "monster" was adorably different, not to mention the Narrator.) He brought in his buddies Tony and Layne to help with this one since the camera work was so different from his previous solo videos. He's always been good at telling the story of the song, but this one was a whole 'nother level. Even the visual details of being untucked, untied ... he's undone, bereft without her.

[@suzyb1701]

I always liked the original (and still do) but Geoff's arrangement of this is on another level! The angst ridden acting is perfect, and the desperate, plaintive emotionality in both his bass and that beautiful tenor range, made me want to cry (and give him a big hug)! Wishing you all the best for a speedy recovery! 🙂👍

[@acappellaismyjam9202]

Great reaction Mortius! So sorry you're ill. Mason was adorable, such a cutie. This cover was incredible and now stands as my favorite! Thank you.

[@sebastianaugusthy5648]

This is how Geoff feels every time his wife leaves the house. That is called love. I think Geoff can hit an 8 1 perfect octave. I think he takes the note that he is on and says it's an 8 and then goes straight to a 1 making it sound so low.

[@christineschutten248]

That's what I envision too! Geoff wandering around the house moping cause Kathy went to the grocery store!

[@marekbubelini349]

so what´s happening is that he sings it in his chest voice and on the lowest note he switches into subharmonics, which means that he sings the octave above the note he is hitting but manipulating his vocal chords to vibrate at a frequency an octave lower

[@sebastianaugusthy5648]

@@marekbubelini349 This makes more sense than my 8 1 theory.

[@paula0721]

"That's how Geoff feels..." That sounds much deeper to me, it sounds like he's scared, or terrified, that she'll suddenly disappear. Like a terrible fear of losing her. 🥺🤧

[@patriciaschuman4205]

Thank you for making the sacrifice of reacting to Geoff when you are sick, best wishes for a full recovery as soon as possible. From the first time I heard this, I loved the fact that it was kind of 'organically' low (as in the low notes were still a very connected part of the rest of the song) arrangement for him. With this song showing a guy going through 'ups and downs' as he tries to negotiate his obvious depression, there is a real reason for the changes in pitch from high to low range. Nice to see you Mason!!!

[@christinestromberg4057]

The original song by Bill Withers was done in an upbeat and bouncy style which really doesn't suit the story of the film which inspisred it: Days of Wine and Roses., which is about a couplde who are alcoholics and who are alternately strong and weak. The hung over look and behaviour and the highs and lows of the I knows really capture the ups and downs of such a relationship. I know about dysfunctional relattionships, had a few myself, and this song, escpecially the part in the kitchen really gets to me. I feel the pain he portrays.

[@liisaara7242]

Fantastic reaction from Mortius and Mason is always terrific with the editing. I spent the whole video wanting to give Mortius a glass of water and a bottle of NyQuil and send him to bed, but I'm glad he enjoyed Geoff's song!

[@ilonadever8249]

Don't worry, my words go away, too. I, too, was struck by the angst Geoff was able to portray in this one. I think he was very conscious of his portrayal. Usually, he has a small half smile on his left side. I noticed it in Big Bad John because that one was so sad. So, yeah, he was working on his acting skills, and it was beautiful to behold. Thanx, Mortius!

[@grischad20]

5:15 damn that chest fry Also i don’t remember geoff ever using that low sound texture 9:10 i can barely do it, so i think it’s real Sidenote, whoever edited killed me

[@martindinner3621]

Mason. And it was awesome 😎.

[@glenmcgillivray4707]

Dropping two octaves? Not that hard. I used to get complained at for skipping the single octave expecting to need a deeper drop. Eventually we got some music selected that actually used the bottom of my range. Just. Geoff makes it so seamless and almost unintentional.

[@celestialwayasmr465]

I hope you feel better. Covid even mild sucks. With this song his range was glorious and parts remind me of the old school Gregorian Chants from the 90s with celestial feeling of it all. I was floored with this cover. I've been addicted to it for hours.

[@jared6763]

@9:25 it is real because he's not technically going "down" per say, he's just spitting the last note in half into subs very quickly. I can do it as well (defiantly does not sound that clear and full because I'm not a professional). I've only being practicing subs for a few months now. but if you can get the timing down, it is possible. At least that's how I hear it being made. In my head I picture subharmonics going backwards instead of down. It's makes figuring them out alot easier for me.

[@RobertFerney]

He didn't need subs for this. That's just him relaxing into the basement of his chest range. I call it totally real, all chest.

[@jared6763]

@@RobertFerney I really wish i knew how to get that low in chest. But for some reason, i can not figure out how to lower chest bass. I'm continuously lowering and cleaning up subs, but it irks me to no end that i still can't get past G2 in chest. C#1 in subs is fairly easy to work down to, but for the love of god, why can't i lower chest.

[@grischad20]

@@jared6763 that's not something you can "know" or "learn". You can learn extra technique to reach lower, but getting that low chest is something to be born with. with similar training to him however, you can probably go higher.

[@jared6763]

@@grischad20 That's what I've heard, but I still thought that if I could learn to do subs, I could also figure out how to go low in chest. That's disappointing. I mean it's still cool i can hit those low notes, I just have to use subs to do it. Low chest like that has a different sound to it that I would have liked to have been able to produce. I have also heard that whistle notes are using the same technique as subs, just up instead out down, but I can not figure out how that works. Yet.

[@grischad20]

@@jared6763 whistle is one technique i havn't really made headway on, but if my inward whistle is anything to go by, it has NOTHING to do with subharmonic. what i do know about whistle is that it's about clamping your vocal chords together (like when you're having a hiccup (or when you're trying to push "something" down so you build pressure in your lungs) and then "declamping" just a tiny bit of a the vocal fold to let some air wheeze through. it's kinda like if you took a guitar string and then made it shorter, you get a higher pitched note edit: i tried again after writing this message initially and managed to sustain a D7 for 5 seconds, and i can confirm, absolutely nothing to do with subharmonics

[@laundrygoddess4]

Omg the editing and your reaction made my week. The goat scream that vp used in the Bruno video 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@travisvalentine9012]

Geoff said in one (very long) interview that I watched with him that on his solo stuff he plays everything with a MIDI keyboard. So whatever you're hearing is his hitting buttons and finding the right sounds to put over them.

[@Okay_Is_Wonderful]

Brain fog is a real thing here, don't sweat it. Plenty of reaction still, even if the analyses weren't totally cooperating at your usual high capacity. We still love ya & really hope you get well soon! Mason, it's a pleasure to finally "meet" you!

[@martindinner3621]

COVID brain is an actual, lingering effect of the infection.

[@Shezestriakis]

Sick Mortius is hilarious! I love it, but hope you're feeling better!

[@ilesalmo7724]

I have been learning subharmonics, and the 8:25 drop is possible. Basically you sing the normal note while taking off your vocal cords while still engaging your false cords, which vibrate at an octave lower.

[@grischad20]

just a heads up, geoff uses true fold subharmonics, never false fold

[@cemstrumental]

But that's actually chest voice, since the A1 is very pure. Using subharmonics, you would get a more 'thinner' tone, like a bright E-Bass for example.

[@ASLLover666]

i have no words for this one. you crack me up 😂

[@DravenGal]

One second in for the first pause. That may be a record.😜

[@Wildecat10]

I’ve always enjoyed your videos, but since the addition of Mason, you’ve really upped your game. The videos are SO much fun. I’d say he’s worth more than you’re paying him. Throw in a few tacos! Please take care of yourself. Even a mild Covid case is nothing to mess with.

[@paulcooper2897]

A slightly loopy Mortius ... I LIKE IT!!! Your reaction was great, and the unintended humor thanks to your ongoing recovery was great! Thanks for sharing 🇨🇦

[@tommyhg32]

I’m glad you’re feeling a little better. I got struck with the “Rona” on Valentine’s Day. Took the better part of a month to get my voice back. You know how hard it is for a high tenor to sing bass for 4 weeks? Luckily, my voice is back and I’m singing with my barbershop chorus for our annual gospel concert tonight.

[@maloxi1472]

Funny, the Coof made me go from a solid bass-baritone to a shitty tenor. I could barely wheeze out an E2 for weeks before my lower range came back... The human voice is weird 😄

[@DSmith-ml4oe]

Love literally everything Geof does. Can watch it over and over, I'll add this one to my favorite list. Thanks for bringing it. Hope you feel better soon!

[@vickiroman189]

By far my favorite solo work by Geoff. What a gift he is!

[@MiladyMacabre]

Awww, I'm sorry you've been ill and hope you recover soon. Yes, Geoff can do that amazing jump down to a sub, Welcome on-screen Mason.

[@charmainehudson7660]

Great reaction fantastic cover from Geoff get well soon Mortuis love you

[@greybenauer9803]

Amazing reaction. This is now my current favorite Geoff cover. 🥰

[@DravenGal]

Huh, I’m early, it seems. I’m a little bit sick too. Glad you’re improving too! I love this version of this song. I was never that fond of it before. And HELL YES, Geofff can act. Have you seen his Ursula?

[@martindinner3621]

He made an astoundingly excellent Ursula!

[@DravenGal]

@@martindinner3621 I saw in a Peter Hollens & Brian Hull video where Lin Manuel Miranda is writing a for the stage production of “The Little Mermaid.” I think we should start a petition for Geoff to play Ursula. But just for a few shows, so he can still do Voiceplay and his solo vids.

[@leslieholland7843]

Yay for a Mason visit! Glad Mortius is better-ish! Fun reaction. Thanks for spending your recovery time with us.

[@jackmurray4005]

I have watched through several of your videos, I absolutely love them, and still this one is easily my favorite. The chaos is glorious, and your descriptive vocabulary is paramount. I’d love to see you react to something out of your theater/acapella comfort zone tho like a metal song, I think you’d have an interesting take on it. Keep up the excellent work sir, keep doing those neckties proud!

[@GuitargurlSJ]

This video had me almost cry laughing while also being slightly concerned! ;-P Thanks for the perfect editing, funny commentary, and genuine reactions, we love it!

[@jenfraley7637]

Thank you for the reaction! But I'm so sorry that you're sick. I hope you feel better soon and you don't have any lasting effects.

[@gilliandrysdale5306]

try high and dry he does a lot of low singing in that one ❤️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@DavideBaroni]

Sorry to hear you're ill, Mortius. I wish you a quick and full recovery. Please take care, and get well soon. And thank you for recording this reaction even being ill. You shouldn't have... But yeah, I'm grateful. 🙂

[@matthiashejlskov5008]

I think what you heard as "I kn-know" was probably an "and I know" And I think the background ooohs were singing "home" (same word as the deep Geoff).

[@thedudeabides6786]

Great reaction as always, glad you’re feeling better 👍

[@lunaveroniqueims]

Great reaction video, as always. This one had me laughing out loud 😂

[@creationsbychancecan]

His voice just slays me. Hopefully you get well soon. Adam Rupp from Home Free I miss your reactions and your insights into to music

[@Broomrider1492]

The last time this low I think was Far Over The Misty Mountains Cold. He got you again. hehe. You're talking about Geoff who can do almost anything. Didn't he do a drop like that in Take Me Home Country Roads? His acting is getting better turning into a real theatre kid.

[@robertofiend1264]

I can do the same thing you were trying to do at 9:39. So if I can do it, I’m pretty sure Geoff can, but an octave down

[@gerlindekunar4651]

Great reaction, Mortius, and I hope you get well soon!!!

[@karina4t]

Ty for doing this whilest being sick. Really appreciate it ♥

[@seekerjf747]

The last time I remember Geoff singing low for a period of time was "High and Dry". Also, Mason really adds alot of fun to reactions like this where Mortius is just slaphappy and all over the place.

[@kmwwrench]

I was right there with ya on the headset toss. Holy cow! This fabulous.

[@johnjacobsen619]

Great reaction sir..mason is awesome. Sorry your not feeling well but it was a funny one 🙃😉😄😁

[@cyana5867]

Mason you’re funny!

[@MagicMason1000]

Thanks!

[@donnam5891]

I hope this cheered you up and that you are feeling much better. I have been waiting for your reaction and I enjoyed it immensely even though(or maybe because)you were under the weather. Thanks.

[@falseparadox3838]

A really cool 2 part series you should check out is Marcello Bass’ “Bass Singer’s Subharmonic Compilation”. You get a great representation of the Subharmonic technique bass singers use, and you can even use it to to hit unreal notes. It features many familiar faces, such as Geoff, Tomi P, Marwan Ayman, Clap It Up Dan, Efe Sayin, David Larson, ect…

[@bethcoussou]

So sorry you caught the funky Rona, Mortius! I hope you feel better soon. I did love your reaction, though. It was entertaining, and I really do love your input and all the music elements mentioned. Geoff never ceases to amaze and astound us! He’s so super, talented. This was a great arrangement, and I loved the studio (or wherever) setting. There were lots of cool moments in there, too! Thank you for filming it even though you weren’t feeling well.

[@lkayh]

Geoff CAN do drops like that-he has done them before (21 Pilots, for one). But in this case I’m thinking that note was dubbed in post-different sound quality and more reverb for one thing, also when he’s done other drops they weren’t quite that abrupt. I think he was going for a different sound right there and this was the way to get it. Great reaction, Mortius. Please take care of your COVID. Even the new variants can be a big deal. Do all the stuff moms tell you to do, plus listen to doctors and see one if you have any concerns. Get better quick!

[@pappydreactions]

Awesome reaction bud. I hope you don't mind, I mentioned you in my latest video. Its not a acapella but he drops the music and keeps singing. It is more than beautiful.

[@ryanhingston965]

Even tho this episode was super weird I really enjoyed the randomness 😂

[@bjspeck4337]

I'm glad you are improving. I had covid in May 2020 and lost 7 teeth to it.

[@martymiller9802]

You crack me up Mort!

[@shanedixon9172]

This was just so much fun hahaha

[@lizlilliman3644]

The energy in this vid reminds me of the late night one when you had or hadn't (can't remember which) had your pain killers

[@commentsofabookworm789]

Well I would highly recommend to rewatch the little mermaid medley, because Geoff does a huge acting show there :D I absolutely love his part of unfortunate souls there ^^

[@bryanpscolka7423]

And yes!!!! That last note. Bad ass!!!!!

[@edithdavis2848]

Hope you make a complete speedy recovery.

[@christineschutten248]

Maybe you can do a blind reaction like you did with Oogie Boogie's Song. And if you have to eat a sock get a cake in the form of a sock😁

[@chillneophite8863]

Hope you feel better quickly.

[@superbelo]

That transition around 8:23 I pretty sure was actually done. I'm no singer, but I fall more along voice acting/imitations, so I tend to listen how people speak, or sing, and although I can't do it as cleanly as him I can do something very similar to that laryngeal drop that he does, bear in mind he has significantly more vocal control and range then I do, but I can effectively do the technique to some degree. Also keep in mind his larynx is rolling near the top (which I think is the opharynx) and not that low down, so the transition isn't as bad as you might initially think.

[@rulab]

Mortius, this is adorable...I was not expecting to like a reaction when you're sick... You need a hot toddy and a hug buddy! 💗

[@rmdewberry2482]

I think this was the best Geoff song for a COVID reaction video. XD

[@rondahiller8541]

3:50 it was a very dissonant "crunchy" vibe and I liked it too... glad you got better and it was still a great reaction video...and Morton had way too much fun with this Make a candyfloss sock...

[@kelleyoneal2578]

Can't wait for Mortius to react to newest Geoff solo next week.

[@BarronessM]

the (what I call a) growl off at 11:13 hits you right in the chest. He did it on his first line of Dream On too

[@ringovoid]

At 12:27 what he is meaning in musical terms is Sforzando xD for all you theorylovers and for you Mortius if you didnt know it :P

[@officialmortius]

Thank you 😆

[@dawnburris6412]

Bless your heart! Geoff makes everything better though! Great video though!!😂

[@parkerbrown-nesbit1747]

Hope you're feeling better!

[@parkerbrown-nesbit1747]

Yeah, I thought it was a different person when he hit that high register. And yes, it's him. He's done a drop like that before.

[@nikkibanning176]

Geoff's version of this song is special and well acted. Sorry Covid got to you. Please take care of yourself.

[@feathersandspikes2166]

Hope you feel better soon.

[@bradyschoch7562]

To answer your question at 6:11, his cover of "High and Dry."

[@gilliandrysdale5306]

ps hope you feel better soon ❤️

[@Darklord10328]

09:40 that slide down I can do but not as deep as Mr Castellucci lol

[@bjspeck4337]

Even his hair is a mess. He's in trouble and knows it.

[@lkreinmiller-author]

I think the "stutter" on Dream On was a video effect and this "stutter" is an actual audio effect. I’m not a singer so please somebody correct me if I’m wrong.

[@lauragreen5622]

Get well soon!

[@bryanpscolka7423]

I love Geoff on his solo's. I think these are his best. One thing about this one that could have been better. Don't get me wrong. I LOVE his bass voice and he loves to show it. " HE IS BAD ASS" Way too much lower bass is not needed in this. We all know what he can do. Yes. He is one of the best bass guys out there. You can overkill a song with it. I love his mid range. Just my opinion brother!!! Again. Love his solo's. That note he hit!!!!! Wtf????

[@vedangmandalia7198]

You neeeeeed to react to the hu, very different to what you usually react to but I think you’ll enjoy it for the vocal techniques, best places to start are yuve yuve yu, song of women ft lizzy hale or wolf totem, and then the great chinggis kahn is also another great song

[@ryanakahoward5246]

just loz very entertaining and i think you are looking for the work "Syncopation"

[@ryanakahoward5246]

BTW that drop is def doable. I've been extendeing my low register and I can get that drop but only about 1 beat later thgan him...

[@tschlaak]

Oh the angsty Geofftet.

[@shadowof1155]

I love watching people still get suprised by geoff's low notes lol maybe those notes dont suprise me since my voice is deeper anyways (not as deep as geoff's tho)

[@marshayoung9387]

Please do a reaction video of Geoff's new solo cover of I'm Dreaming Of A White Christmas. His smooth vocal range is absolutely hilarious. His arrangement of all the pop-ups are amazing.

[@hibob4453]

That piano sound is an upright piano sound played from an electric keyboard

[@paulcooper2897]

P.s. ... you really need to react to Geoff's cover of Blackbird!

[@carinarodebak9419]

Wasn't he singing this low in Misty Mountain? At least it's how I remember it.

[@caroleb.9387]

Reaction was 😆👍😎 … 🎩 hat tip to Mason 😉

[@jmorrin32]

The Dragonborn Comes he sang very low.

[@stephengerlach4282]

mortius if you like this react to his cover of "house of the rising sun"!!!!

[@Debs_Badger]

I believe he already has.

[@stevenmiller184]

My voice teacher would say things like "Sing Oh but think Oooh" to help get placement.

[@jmorrin32]

When I had Covid they called the forgetfulness a Covid Fog.

[@korbygrundmann2760]

at timestamp 9:42 mortius saying you CANT do the transition, i tried it and i could do it just an octave up. It's tricky, but possible

[@biddi7972]

at 9:47 he uses a subharmonic, so its equivalent to just going down the scale normally so its relatively easy to do (im a bass but absolutely no where near as talented as geoff, and i can not sing as low as him either but i can do that run thing). the subharmonic makes it sound way lower than it is and its obv impressive but not as hard as it sounds to do.

[@b.buster.]

I ddn't see you did a reaction to Geoff's cover of Radiohead " High and Dry"

[@letheardaw]

Hang in there, the Covid brain fog will eventually dissipate. But I must admit it's fun watching you not have words...