Geoff Castellucci - CAROL OF THE BELLS | Reaction!

[@DTA-Music]

*Geoff:* What can I do with 'Carol of the Bells' that nobody's ever done before? *Nobody:* Well, I guess nobody's ever sung it as a battle anthem from an epic adventure movie, but... *Geoff:* THAT'S IT

[@zalizumd27]

Geoff fr can do that with any song out there 😂

[@DualEclipseAnimations]

Well, nobody made it like if Vikings wrote it 😂

[@TrigunNaruto]

This isn't Carol of the bells. This is Thunder of the bells.

[@Dokkanplayer246]

Hahahaha. I see what you did there

[@moritzwi2261]

Don´t you mean Carol of the bass ?

[@thisismetoday7423]

Geoff out here making grown men so flustered they put stickers on their heads 😂

[@JennRazor]

😂😂😂😂

[@stevenshewfelt888]

never knew i needed a carol of the bells version with a dragon's voice in it but ...here we are and i love it

[@laundrygoddess4]

You are the gold standard for Geoff reactions 😂. I love it when you geek out over the technical aspects. It increases my appreciation for Geoff all the more

[@bozenacechalova6547]

I lost it at the fork cameo. I haven't laughed that hard at a reaction since QoFy forgot he wasn't wearing any pants. Great job! My daughter described this song as "if the demons of Hell decided to sign Carol of the Bells."

[@retrospect6904]

which reaction did he forget to wear pants XD

[@janetdw]

@@retrospect6904Qofy forgot he was only in his boxes when VoicePlay did Hoist the Colours. It created a cascade effect. Another reactor saw and reacted to it because he’d heard that it was funny. And another reactor reacted to that reactor and apparently it went down three or four people are reacting to the reaction of the prior person because they all laughed so much.

[@lauragraves4342]

​@@janetdwGlad they were all "briefed," unless he was wearing boxers, that is. 😜💀💜

[@StrangeRavenStudios]

All I can say is this Carol of the Bells is rather primal. A force of nature and Geoff is a dragon.

[@ВикторияАнтипова-э9у]

It's tradition: first- enjoy the original video, then - all reactions. Love your reaction😂

[@TrishaFreitag]

I just can't. I can't. It's beyond words. Nope. I'm flubbergustimetallated. He. Just. Keeps. Getting. Better. HOW???

[@whatitdodave]

He really is one of a kind!

[@TrishaFreitag]

@@whatitdodave I've now been back to watch your reaction 5 times. I share your sentiment.

[@KingMoogle_Mog]

the best comment i seen that sums all this up is that this is the Die Hard version of this song

[@Chibihugs]

The chorus is the actual vocal embodiment of rolling rumbling thunder. Geoff isn't just a dragon, he's an elemental dragon!!

[@yudith.royo8]

Another reactor (reacting to this same song) said that "Geoff's vocal cords are made of thunder and magic"! 🤣😂 Also, he (Geoff) owes me a pair of earbuds: mine just straight up DIED the first time I tried to watch the original video (somewhere around the first "Merry Christmaa🐲aa🐲aa🐲aas") 🤯😱

[@lynabrahamson]

Geoff has a musical talent in both mixing, producing and singing music that most have never heard before. He has such a unique voice and its so good.

[@witchyluna26]

Im over here dying at the fork moment! 😂😂😂😂 loved your reaction as always!

[@SweetCuttlefish-AshleyE]

I definitely would have overlooked Geoff’s producing skills if I didn’t get to hear him talk about it on Patreon. At one level he even does occasionally walk throughs of his logic sessions. He is so passionate about finding the perfect, and often unexpected, sounds, digital instruments and effects to build his songs out of.

[@Guest7289.0]

4:33 Casual G1-Eb1-F1-D1 by Geoff🤯

[@embran8486]

From what note on subharmonic? I can´t tell.

[@Notmiddleg]

​@@embran8486the F1 is where the sub starts

[@gigi3242]

This song just slams into you; the power in this is undeniable. Does it make me feel like putting up my Christmas tree? no Makes me feel like pulling up the drawbridge and having all the archers at the ready. Geoff has outdone himself with this one, and that is not an easy feat.

[@r3adrpro811]

It makes me want to put up a Christmas tree and I'm Jewish!😂

[@gigi3242]

@@r3adrpro811 Happy Holidays

[@LornaMason-m8w]

You are a clown of the first order. I laughed out loud, then cried tears of mirth and frightened my elderly mother. Thank you Dave.

[@scottboa2738]

I think that Geoff just broke the earth. He decided that Christmas needed some Viking in it.

[@angiesnellgrose5919]

Man I have watched this like 50 times since it came out and checked like every couple mins for your rea tion and you did NOT disappoint. That is exactly how I responded

[@donnaanderson9718]

I love bass singers. Geoff is able to hit those low notes, as the saying goes, " He dropped both shoes." Dave's reaction is great. 😂😂😂 Keep it up Geoff!! ❤❤❤ Merry Christmas to you and your family.

[@Jennymit21]

Absolutely earth shattering. Halloween's demons were dug up and told to act right because it's Christmas. Geoff is such a humble genius.

[@JoBarnes-x2n]

Under Geoffs description of the song it gives details of the origin of the music.. I feel that been an influence for his arrangement. I think this is a spectacular arrangement, I cant stop listening. Loved your reaction Dave 😂😂😂😂😂

[@margiestevens2384]

Lawd, I loved your reaction as much as the song😂❤😂 I think I have watched all of your reactions but this one showed your dimples the most. Thanks 😂

[@tracyhite2515]

This just shows how much Geoff's range has grown since he did Ooogie Boogie, higher and lower both than that was & we thought that was impressive. He's not shaking the camera digitally on those bottom notes, that's just his voice shaking it.

[@jenniferwalker5980]

Oh, Dave, I'm laughing so hard. "He's merged with the brass!"

[@EmmaYadkin]

Who knew dragons and Balrogs sounded so good in Christmas carols? Geoff knew.😂

[@Sarah83_loves_bass]

The "dragon soul" is strong in that one 🐲❤ Love the arrangement, so well done, an epic version 🎉 Thanks for the amazing and funny reaction again 😂🫶🏻

[@bar9092]

A word I hadn't yet heard to describe Geoff's masterpiece of arrangement, vocals, and instruments is relentless! It fits so well! This is a take no prisoners and go on to conquer of a Christmas song. Epic in sound. Capable of shaking the cosmos while making Heaven's and Hell's crumble to dust. Do not play this in earthquake country! Stick to headphones! Edit: You look great wielding a fork while wearing stickers on your face❤😂

[@carolfranklin]

I have enjoyed many of your reactions but this is one of my favourites. When your head disappeared I nearly lost it. It’s freezing & wet in London & you just made my afternoon. Geoff said he was worried this is too repetitive but when you can do that with it who cares. Merry Xmas to you & your family ❤

[@usmctwin]

Left side of the Piano is like "What note was that?!?!?!"

[@dash1565]

WHAT IT DO DAVE!....i dont usually comment on videos but maaaan the amount of times i belly laughed this video i had to give kudos lol....my face was just as stank hearing those notes....much love man merry christmas

[@whatitdodave]

Appreciate you! Merry Christmas!

[@sarahberry4389]

Definitely the reeper in Scrooge!! He can sing like an angel ...them fall to the depths!! Beautiful and insane at the same time! Loved it ...Thank you for that great reaction!!❤

[@Gael4ce]

lol, loved your reaction here. Your face speaks my mind for me. Now you need to go find VoicePlay’s Christmas release this year. It’s a cover of a Louie Armstrong song and they managed to capture Satchmo’s joy perfectly. And J does a very credible impersonation.

[@anitawright7169]

Geoff is so very awesome. His voice is so amazing! This song and the arrangement are incredible! Absolutely love your reaction!

[@vdoyne]

Thanks for this reaction to Geoff's Christmas tune. The BTS is interesting and shows Geoff setting up all of the cameras and moving them as needed and Kathy stood in for him where needed as he did that. Really interesting and impressive. We can tell what he spent a lot of his holiday week doing!

[@DennisKovacich]

I knew this one would kill you! I laughed so hard when you threw off your headphones.

[@Dokkanplayer246]

Once Geoff hits that G1, that's when the reaction starts.

[@b.buster.]

Geoff and Voiceplay dropping tunes on the same day.

[@christinaseela6690]

I had the same reaction when I first heard this song, and probability have heard this song at least 15 time and every time I get goosebumps. Also I can see this song in a movie about Krampus, coming to get naughty children.

[@dorothyrosenberg1301]

I’m gobsmacked with Geoff’s incredible talents. His unique vocals (range, power, & agility) create such rich depth when harmonies are layered & interwoven in intricate arrangements. He’s a master performer & arranger who’s also magnificent with manipulating rhythms. In this video, we can add Geoff’s composition expertise. The background soundtrack is a true masterpiece - worthy of a stand alone performance. Geoff Castellucci is pure musical perfection!

[@MarieDesJardin]

Geoff Castellucci: Merrily frightening small children since 2021

[@Jaezrar]

I was looking forward to this!!! I'm going to watch it right now! || This was hilarious! I knew you'd freak at the 'mas' parts xD It is definitely powerful! It has already been dubbed 'Christmas Battle Song' in the community :p Great reaction!

[@candilunsford2878]

Geoff owes me a set of headphones. They just couldn’t handle it. 💣

[@Gael4ce]

No lie. I’ve lost two soundbars listening to VP - the bass blew both times. I only listen to them on headphones or in my car now.

[@suekellner4736]

Cologne Cathedral (Germany) has a bell called Der dicke Pitter (big/fat Pete). It was the biggest free swinging bell for years and only lost this title recently. This bell is only heard on special occasions, like new year. So I went to Cologne on New Years Eve and waited to hear the Dicke Pitter at midnight. And... i didn't hear it because fireworks were way to loud. But standing in front of the cathedral I felt the bell! It has such a deep bass that I felt every stroke of that bell in my stomach. Geoff's voice is like that bell.

[@The_Imerian]

This song is so freaking badass, I love your reactions lol

[@EtherealForever]

So, so, so SO talented 🙈🙈. ⚘️🕊

[@hannehammer4603]

Hi Dave, I love your reaction videos! And I love what Geoff does with the music, it's always something very special. Here and today it's goosebumps all over again. Wishing you, your loved ones and everyone here a wonderful holiday season! ✨🎄💗

[@ladykaycey]

That was wonderful! Can't wait for the Voiceplay one now, its fantastic 👌

[@ZedMagnet]

You survived the the five dragons of Christmas causing Geoffquakes. Check for stuctural damage.

[@danielstephens1185]

Holy crap... he's the Dovahkiin! This is his version of the Unrelenting Force Thu'um! 😱

[@pheebs1444]

I needed my inhaler after this!! 🤣 Bless!!

[@weavrmom]

Someone else who feels that bass! Never understood why tenors got all the glory, when it's the bass singers that touch your soul. Thanks Geoff!

[@CarlaSaylor]

This was actually Kathy's choice. Geoff had another song in mind, but she said, "No." So he owned it!!! It's being called the Die Hard of Christmas songs, lol.

[@GUNNER67akaKelt]

She should pick most of his songs.

[@EnsembleStantePede]

I am pretty sure she does, he calls her Boss for a reason...😉🤪 ​@@GUNNER67akaKelt

[@FFVison]

I mean, Die Hard IS a Christmas movie.

[@jenniferjensen8538]

😂😂😂 I could not WAIT to see your reaction to this! You did not disappoint!

[@SAMUEL575757]

4:34 Good...grief. The bellow of the Bass Dragon

[@parkerbrown-nesbit1747]

Your face is so expressive, Dave! Love your reactions 😊

[@mmasque2052]

It’s not that he can hit those low notes. It’s that he can hit them so consistently and sustain them so well.

[@thomaskihr329]

Honestly? This is for me the best so far of Geoff's outstanding performances - unbelievable bass, sensational harmonies, what a great performance!

[@trishaurvan9439]

My go to response to this has been if Carol of the Bells was in Die Hard it would've sounded like this. It is dark and delicious

[@Traci2000]

I could not click on this reaction fast enough! I've been looking forward to your reaction since this premiered and you did not disappoint me, sir! Loved this!! ❤❤

[@katherinelinkous223]

Should have warned you to not use headphones, the Geoffquakes could scramble brains. 😅

[@clockworkdimetrodon1001]

Im reminded of Enya in how every part of the arrangement is made by Geoff. I agree with you bud. One of his best all time performances. Such beauty and yet edge.

[@nydougtx]

I lost that bet, Dave. Thought you’d bust your stress ball, not walk out of screen twice lol. Great reaction. Happy holidays to you and yours.

[@AuntieSingeA]

I never saw a reactor so helpless and demoralized. Poor Dave! Put down that fork. But what a song...

[@LoriPeace]

Do you need some smelling salts, Dave? I think I have some around here somewhere...

[@Gizmopup2011]

Now more than ever, Dave needs that squishy stress relief ball-aka Rhonda! 😂 Help me Rhonda, help help me Rhonda!! 😂😂😂 Loving your reaction Dave! Thank you!

[@karinwolf9639]

I've waited for this since I saw and heard and felt this song on Patreon... you didn't disappoint... 😂🎉❤

[@masafilipovic7629]

Yesss i was waiting for you to check out this! ❤ You always put a smile on my face! 🤗🤗

[@MtheHell]

I officially request a title change: "Carol of the Dragons" fits better 🐲🐉🤣 - I really like the more mysterious and dark atmosphere of Geoff's version. 🤩

[@balazsgal6043]

You have the best reactions so far! I love your work.

[@isilmiel]

Bro had to stop and pray 🤣

[@rmdewberry2482]

Geoff fundamentally changed me with this song. 😅😅

[@tschlaak]

I couldn’t wait for your reaction. I knew it would slay. ❤️

[@arthurplane9682]

Christmas Spirit??? Shure!!! Dragons need Chrismas too!!! 🎅🐉🐉🐉

[@LoriPeace]

Well, I mean, he is the Oogie Boogie Man, right?

[@robertofiend1264]

Guys… i think Geoff broke him. As for Geoff’s sake, I would like to apologize for the trauma he caused you. I’m sure he means no harm. He’s only a dragon… RIGHT?????

[@TitanWrangler]

I also love the TIINNNIII tiny little yodel he puts in at 4:07. Just a perfect little ornament to that phrase.

[@marleiaisenhoward1891]

Geoff is incredible knew you would love this!!!!😊😊

[@leanneware9345]

Lol I had the same reaction as you did. I clung onto my mother in law's sofa when Geoff hit those bass notes 😂😂😂

[@christylehman7274]

Bro, your best reaction to Geoff ever! Epic!

[@stephnichall]

I was so looking forward to your reaction to this one!! 😁 Looking forward to thw VP reaction too.

[@SouthPawBowler24]

Geoff is breaking everyone with these smooth lows….. enjoyed the reaction brother

[@pzycho_reclas1794]

Dave? Dave?!?! Are you alright ?!?! Also Geoff wasn't going to do this song at first and his "boss" (his words) said NO! you are doing Carol of the Bells lol

[@ChristineCornish-l9z]

Geoff stood in for angel Gabriel in battle grab to chase away Christmas ghosts

[@GardeZardUSMC]

Dave Believe Me.... I felt that base and I'm way down south. I have a demon who visits on Saturdays asking me "Who is God's Earth is singing so low Lucifer is trembling?" All I said was Geoff.... and he said "Enough said."

[@JayeEllis]

😂

[@Raven_Thrash]

Oh man, I absolutely love watching you react to Geoff! Makes my dang day!!

[@candybonhomme5915]

Stopping to pray for strength. Priceless and appropriate 😂

[@gugz76]

I knew this would destroy you 😂❤

[@jeanettepencz]

😂😂Best reaction ever 😂😂

[@thetalantonx]

4:02 - Carol of the Bells is based off of the Ukranian song "Shchedryk" (something like Bountiful Evening), the music coming in 1914, English lyrics in 1936. There's a great version of Shchedryk recorded in 1922 in New York, performed by Ukranian National Choir.

[@EnsembleStantePede]

You asked what kind of christmas is celebrated here? The christmas of a country defending against a far more powerfull enemy invading! I LOVE the subtle nod to the ukrainian heritage of this carol by the blue/yellow color theme in lighting & clothing!

[@janetdw]

I never noticed the colors before. Good catch!

[@Jamie_T.]

I'm really surprised so few have picked up on the fact that this is a Ukrainian song, Geoff is wearing yellow & blue and as you said the blue/yellow coloring of the lighting. Also the album art screams bells in a war zone. I can't imagine that Geoff wasn't thinking of the horrific situation in the Ukraine when he arranged this song.

[@EnsembleStantePede]

​@@Jamie_T.Exactly my train of thoughts! The color theme is a subtle nod to Ukraine, the cover art is not so subtle... 😉 And most ppl just don't seem to see it, or decide to overlook it, but l am LOVING it.

[@ReshiramMaster14]

What an absolute banger

[@Sárgabaracklekvár]

I've been waiting for your reaction since yesterday :D

[@marshayoung9387]

Thank you Dave for another priceless reaction to Geoff. I have to remind myself to go P first before watching your reactions. It's either that or where Depends because I know I will loose my bladder with laughter. Your awesome.❤

[@Arachnia_Sea]

The real cause of global warming: Geoff singing this while at the North Pole... You can calve glaciers with that Merry Christmas!

[@toryistatertot5394]

Bring the green stocking back!!! lol That man just knocked the Christmas right outta you. Loved the reaction. Merry Christmas. Happy Holidays. Be Blessed.

[@joeholahan7619]

Holy wtf! This is so awesome!

[@Arachnia_Sea]

Actually the green stocking did work, because it really made it look like your mind was blown at that point 😂

[@FLNatureGuy]

Bro.. You are absolutely hilarious! Merry Christmas to you and your family. Thank you Geoff. Jack Skellington in the Christmas Spirit. Wow!

[@geraldinegailjavier7064]

Thanks for a wonderful reaction and have a Merry Christmas

[@Filiz_E]

This is as epic as it gets.. Thanks Dave!

[@hwyla4416]

New to me was the other name for this song. Until Geoff's notes on this video's page I had never heard it referred to as "The Ukrainian Bell Carol". That 'ominous' feeling you spoke of is I think intentional on Geoff's part to refer to the ongoing war. Can't swear that as he hasn't said so, but that is the way it feels to me. Also - he really got that feeling and sound of the most giant bell you can imagine down right, didn't he? Usually this is down so light and delicate. Instead, this resonates and echoes throughout your body. I totally agree - ominous. And that reminds me just how very fortunate the rest of us are to not be involved in such a war, fighting for our lives and our way of life.

[@ljk5464]

I knew you were going to go nuts at the subs!

[@RoHogan-en8jc]

Awesome reaction! 😊 Have a great !!❤❤