Geoff Castellucci - Sixteen Tons Cover - Former Radio Personality REACTION

[@larynanntapp6333]

Whether you like a bass or not, you can't ignore his talent and an excellent video. Hope you expand your appreciation for talent.

[@KimOfDrac]

He sings everything in this song, that's what's impressive. He's got a range of 5 octaves. He's a part of Voiceplay. You should check them out ;)

[@musicwithmaunalee]

That is an amazing range! I think my range is -5 😂😂😂

[@leme3503]

"I don't like just bass singers on their own" _watches bass singer. singing a cover of a well known song for basses._ Can't get bass-ier than that

[@johndeeregreen4592]

Geoff is with a group called Voiceplay. Although, he and the bass singer of Home Free, Tim Foust, are actually friends. Geoff is singing every part of this; he has a 5 octave range.

[@williamdouglas8084]

He's not in Home Free, that would be the one and only Tim Foust. Both have 5 octave range. He is from the group VoicePlay. Try watching " My Mother Told Me ".

[@christinestromberg4057]

Yes you're wrong.. He's from VoicePlay. I think it's high time that VoicePlay was better known. Everybody talks about Homefree or Pentatonix but But VoicePlay are equally good and so much more versatile and fun. See Geoff's solo of The Bare Necessities, for him having fun. He's now done a lot of deep bass covers on his own as most women melt on hearing his voice. Actually a lot of men are impressed too. Sex sells, as they say. He's no fool. :) Maybe try True Colours to hear their beautiful harmonies, or Can't help falling in Love with you.

[@jd6pack4141]

Geoff is the bass singer for VoicePlay. Tim Foust is the bass singer for Home Free. A few songs from Voiceplay that you might enjoy are "The Little Mermaid Medley", "My Mother Told Me", and "The Ooogie Boogie Song" from "The Nightmare Before Christmas". Cheers.

[@tatewakinew]

Probably not "My Mother Told Me", and "The Ooogie Boogie Song" since she already said that not very much into bass.

[@embran8486]

@@tatewakinew My Mother Told Me Maunalee probably will like, because Eli is the show runner as well and harmonies. besides Geoffs bass is actually used as mood setting, not "just" low notes for cool factor or even beat setting (though obviously still present). Oogie Boogie she might enjoy for the wackiness & theatrics or when she's just a big fan of the original. Geoff's Headless Horseman is one among his solos I would say not to recommend. That's all about the low notes.

[@tatewakinew]

@@embran8486 Agreed

[@russellleitschuh8315]

Geoff has a five octave range. He's doing five part harmony by himself.

[@jkorkea]

This can be appreciated more when you know music/singing theory, even a tad bit

[@nickerpsg1]

Usually I really like your reactions, but disappointed in your view since Geoff Castalucci (VoicePlay Acapella group) is a fabulous singer...his range is 5 octaves !! Listen to VoicePlays rendition of "Ooggie Boggie Song" (from Tim Burton's "Nightmare Before Christmas")...you might change your mind !!

[@Luredreier]

6:28 I don't know... This is pretty amazing singing. I get that it might not be your thing, but the singing is pretty much flawless.

[@byronmiller2443]

Apparently not

[@thomasfarr7934]

He has a 5 octave range. He is doing it all! He is with Voice Play. It was originally done by Tennessee Ernie Ford.

[@Broomrider1492]

Tennesee Ernie Ford did it when I heard it the first time. It's All Geoff singing all the parts. He's the bass for VoicePlay. Take a listen to his cover of " Take Me Home Country Roads. You need to go and listen to more VoicePlay the group. AMAZING. I also love Home Free with Tim Foust as bass. Can tell that I have a thing for smooth bass singers.

[@toodlescae]

Yes Geoff's range is that wide. He layered the audio as well as the video. Geoff just likes to do solo stuff on the side that's not with Voiceplay. Austin, Chance and Tim also do solo stuff on personal channels outside of the Home Free channel. This song was written decades ago about actual life as a coal miner. The original song was sung by Merle Travis in 1947 but Tennessee Ernie Ford made it famous in 1955. It's been covered by numerous singers over the years.

[@Luredreier]

7:48 Your description of it as "burps" really make me worry that your headphones and/or your sound card are unable to process his voice and actually let you hear it properly... Growls are a technique used in bass singing, but he didn't use that at all in this video, so it shouldn't sound that way at all. Most of the reaction videos to this one done by pro musicans actually comments on how clear his singing is, how you can hear the diction etc perfectly unlike a lot of basses out there. I totally get that these super low notes isn't for everyone. But your description makes me worry that this isn't a case of you not liking his singing and rather of you not *hearing* his singing due to your equipment making it impossible for you to actually give it a fair evaluation. I hope that isn't the case though. End of video edit: For me this is actually a 10/10. So sorry to hear that it's 5 for you. That said, I *hate* listening to sopranes... They sound like cats to me... So I get what you mean...

[@Luredreier]

7:32 He can go lower then that. I love it when he's doing G0. But then I'm a sucker for deep basses.

[@StallionGD]

I would suggest checking out Geoff’s cover of either Blackbird or High and Dry. Hes a bass singer but also goes into a mid range for most of those songs making them sound very pleasing

[@Gamerone64]

I don't think of the Beatles anymore since I heard his version.

[@AndieO]

Is all Geoff. The original Tennessee Ernie Ford. He's the bass for Voice Play, and friends with Tim Faust the bass for Home Free. 5 Octave range. To get the best experience, check out Voice Play's Hoist The Colours

[@pacalvotan3380]

Merle Travis wrote the song and first recorded it on August 8, 1946. The song was made famous by Tennesee Ernie Ford in 1955. It's a folk song about coal mining.

[@Luredreier]

6:55 Sounds like it, and also, does your headphones handle the bass properly? You need pretty high end ones to really apprechiate good bass singers.

[@troymclain9441]

He has a 5 octave range, checkout Saddle Up they are very apparent and yes he does all the parts

[@chrissynovful]

Voiceplay ft Rachel Potter "Under the Sea" medley might be something you like. Rachel's "Ariel" is beautiful, they have some humour in it and Geoff's bass is more in the background. He's Ursula so more of his deep notes is really just speaking.

[@exotixdim5833]

He is with the acapella group voiceplay his name is Geoff castellucci. Also the whole song was only HIM doing the voices

[@musicwithmaunalee]

That is amazing! What a range!

[@Yaybuttons898]

The super low notes may not always be the best choice, but Geoff knows his fans(me) want it.

[@stevenhopwood8195]

I think you will find Merle Travis was the original singer and composer in the 40’s. Is one of those songs that has been covered by a multitude of singers including Johnny Cash, Tom Jones, Tennessee Ernie Ford to mention just a few. ❤️🤘🇦🇺

[@musicwithmaunalee]

Oooooh now I have to look all those up for sure! You got me with “40’s” and “Johnny Cash” lol! 😍

[@kevinhenderson5928]

Until hearing this version, I think the deepest voice I have heard came from the rendition by the Platters. Amazing how many times this has been covered.

[@BoraZivkovic]

@@musicwithmaunalee I grew up with the Platters version, also Golden Gate Quartet. Many good versions. Geoff's is the best.

[@BartonBreen]

The original was Merle Travis who wrote the song. Tennessee Ernie Ford made it famous in his Cover. Taste is understandable. He's incredibly talented in my book. He actually has amazing diction and control in the lower register. Most singers that can even go that low, usually don't enunciate anywhere near as well as Geoff does. Glad you gave it a listen.

[@thomasfarr7934]

The song is a classic by TennesseeErie Ford. Geoff is an amazing talent that sings all of the parts. He has a 5 octave range!

[@CelticArmory]

16 Tons was written in 1946 about a coal miner's life. The most famous version was by Tennessee Ernie Ford in 1955. But I think Geoff's version is amazing.

[@PopsBarnCatMafia]

He was the "You're a mean one Mr. Grinch" voice on the video you and your daughter reacted to several months ago

[@martinhafner2201]

It's an old protest song from during the time of labor abuses. The "company town", "company store", "company scrip" caused the union movement.

[@reflexxuns4065]

This song was written in 1947 by a Manned Merle Travis but Tennessee Ernie Ford made it popular in the 1950s.

[@MommaBird52]

Written and performed by Merle Travis in the late 40s but made famous by Tennessee Ernie Ford in the 50s. Miners were paid in script which was good at the company store, which the coal mine owners also owned. So basically, they received the pay back in exchange for goods. There was not any shopping for the best price since the script was only good at the company store.

[@markrose6096]

The original, I believe, was done by Tennessee Ernie Ford in the 50's.

[@stevenshewfelt888]

the geoff and voiceplay rabbit hole runs deep...i hope you enjoy the journey if you so choose this path

[@williamcapp448]

All Geoff. 5 octave voice and sings all the parts.

[@clfoster3734]

Tennessee Ernie Ford in th 50s sang this song. Not with HF, that's Tim Faust.

[@daveperrons9874]

This ain't to shabby, Ernie would probably like it....

[@patriciamoore6492]

Talented guy. I won't put it on my Playlist because it's not my thing. I have nothing bad to say.

[@randallshuck2976]

You may have already listened to Voice Play "Oggie Boogie" song. He showed his high and low range on that cut. The song predated Tennessee Ernie Ford, but he made it famous in the 50s.

[@Stevena21]

Ability to wear headphones correctly rated at a 2

[@galenlee8856]

Deffinitely check out Voiceplays cover of the song, "My mother told me". You and your mother will lose your minds.

[@chrisd7047]

Part of the reason Geoff sang this as low as he did is because Ernie Ford, who popularized the song in the '50s, had a deep voice and sang in lower keys than other popular singers. Geoff figured that since the song was known to be sung in a low voice, he'd put his deep bass twist on it. Maybe it was one of the few songs that Geoff could sing along with comfortably in his natural range as a teenager. Or that's me projecting because I can't sing tenor lines, like, at all.

[@georgemortensen7623]

The original was done by Tennesse Ernie Ford.

[@toodlescae]

Not the original but Tennessee Ernie Ford's is the most well known.

[@marciamatz6683]

Original artist is Earnie Ford, aka Tennessee ernie ford

[@tatewakinew]

Just to clarify some moments: (1) This is not acapella - Geoff does use instruments in his solo works; he does however do acapella as a member of VoicePlay, and these works for the most part are not "all about bass". (2) This is not his whole range, down or up - "Sixteen Tons" are made all in his chest voice range without fry, growl etc. (3) If you prefer not too much bass - you might want to listen to VoicePlay's rendition of Can't Help Falling in Love.

[@williamroop451]

This is NOT his deepest - nor is it his highest... He can dust the rafters as well as clear out the cellar. I believe that is in Voiceplays "Oogie Boogie" song. That or "Kidnap the Santy Clause". Geoff's "solo" work is for those that want the rumble as well as some songs that are less mainstream.

[@MrPyschonoob]

If you didn't like him solo. Go watch the Little Mermaid Medley or Oogie Boogey Song from Voiceplay, which is the group he's in.

[@steby123]

Written and first preformed by Merle Travis, gifted guitar picker and singer songwriter !

[@dannydoc1969]

Geoff is with Voiceplay, and he is singing all the parts, his range is extraordinary. This song was from the 1950’s sung by Tennessee Ernie Ford. It tells of how the miners weren’t paid enough money, and the credits they got to purchase at the Company Store, kept them in perpetual debt, which was true. The attention to detail, the inventiveness, and sheer work it took to record each line, each vocal range, and synchronize them is astounding. He can sing subharmonic notes off of the piano keyboard. The harmonies are amazing, why don’t you listen to certified vocal coaches, especially those that sing opera, they will break down the harmonies for you and educate your musical ears. Here is an analysis on Geoffs version of the Beatles song Blackbird. kzbin.info/www/bejne/nKbFiqyopJdlndk or my favorite on this song kzbin.info/www/bejne/pnu3i6h9md5kh6s

[@davidsumpter4933]

He is the bass singer from VoicePlay who covered the Oogie Boogie's Song.

[@samuelbhend2521]

Original of this song is from Tennessee Ernie Ford i think....

[@jamierichardson734]

Sixteen Tons is also sang by Johnny Cash and Geoff did all of it himself

[@squiresam]

The original was by Merle Travers.

[@kevinwells4986]

SeaHag has it. TEF. So cool to see your reaction, you are captivated in your face, regardless of what you said! You don't run across this every day. But I loved your reaction. I have not bought or downloaded this yet, because I'm old, and I know the original. But I really appreciate this guy doing what he did. You already know he's not with Home Free. But anyway, glad you reviewed it. Thanks again ML.

[@musicwithmaunalee]

Thank you for your kind words, Kevin! :)

[@ericsites2233]

He has a 5 octave range and he’s from voice play

[@razorx2024]

you should check out some more of his solo stuff it's really good

[@jrh8343]

Merle Travis wrote it and sang it first. Tennessee Ernie Ford made it famous.

[@teddytarp]

Modern KZbin Personality :)

[@Gunslinger-jb6cv]

Original by Tennessee Ernie Ford. This song was written for a bass singer to sing, won't work any other way honestly.

[@oldudesrule]

His cover of Blackbird is much better and shows his range better. And Morgan James and Haley Riendardt also do a great duet cover of Dear Prudence.

[@TheAzhrael666]

you should listen to his version of Blackbird it gives a better showing of his range and singing ability

[@musicwithmaunalee]

Oooooh I will! Thanks!

[@Mike...921]

Question, why do you listen to this with 1 earphone on, and both while you talk?. Seems kinda backwards!

[@ewetoobblowzdogg8410]

You should hear the cover of this by Jeff Beck and Billy Gibbons of ZZ Top

[@dalebuck7168]

Geoff is the base for VoicePlay. He is an elite bass with a 5 octave range...he is the lead on VoicePlay's "Oogie-boogie song" and takes the lead parts on several of their other songs. He also does a lot of solo covers. Tennessee Ernie Ford had a hit in the 50s with 16 tons, but it was a cover also. The song was written by country singer Merle Travis and first released in, I think, 1947 or 48. Yes I was around then LOL...Sorry you didn't like Geoff's take on the song...he is an extraordinary singer and good friends with Tim Foust from Home Free.

[@spartacusrex1144]

Your reaction was spot on 👍

[@hop-skip-ouch8798]

Try blackbird and high and dry from Goeff. You might like those.

[@musicwithmaunalee]

I’ll give it a listen! His range is so good!!!

[@RobertoAfortunado]

Why don't you turn you damn TV down, good grief!

[@chubbyunclerico]

New sub here. I have a couple bands to put on your radar. I would love to get your take on them. Shakey Graves Roll them Bones & Pokey LaFarge Something in the water. Definitely some Vintage vibes in newer singers.

[@carolthomas3875]

I think Tennessee Ernie Ford did the first version.

[@musicwithmaunalee]

That’s what I’m told. Isn’t he on I Love Lucy?? Lol!!!

[@carolthomas3875]

"You mean h'it's in the Hy-ouse?" So funny.

[@DougRayPhillips]

Yes, he was on I Love Lucy as long-lost Cousin So-and-So. As folks have noted, his version of this song was not the original, but it was the most well-known one. He had his own TV variety show at the time (late 1950s), so exposure was not a problem.

[@Luredreier]

3:00 No, with their (sort of) competitors in Voiceplay.

[@MagsonDare]

Should you at some point happen to re-watch Back to the Future, you might note a sign board in 1955 that Marty looks at which advertises 2 new songs that released that week -- The Legend of Davy Crockett and 16 Tons..... It's not quite right, since the film's set in November and the song released in April.... but they got the year right, at least ;)

[@PiNkSpRinkLe1]

Seriously surprised here, have not seen anyone else pan it. I guess you truly do not enjoy bass.

[@lorrieriddle2211]

Tim Foust of Home Free has worked with Geoff to help with holding the low growl (G0) notes. Tim has a 6 octave range where Geoff has like a 4 or so. Tim has also worked with Avi Kaplan from Pentatonix to do the same thing. Love all 3 of them though. Geoff has a nasal quality, Avi is smooth & Tim can hit the growl note without the growl.

[@lisahuff818]

No actually both of them have a 5 octave range.

Me lembra Take 5, boyz to men, Naturally 7.

[@didiwin3]

Voiceplay Try: Oogie Boogie Song Little mermaid medley

[@russellleitschuh8315]

Tennessee Ernie Fird

[@adwenb]

Tennessee Ernie Ford

[@troymclain9441]

Tennessee Ernie Ford did the original

[@KansaSCaymanS]

Seems the 8-ball was right. 😉

[@levinutter3026]

the reaction time seemed super delayed... were you listening with headphones or with your computer speaker?

[@bobbyetheredge6713]

Would love to see you react to Angelina's new songs. One is Adele. Tks

[@Gamerone64]

Check out Oogie Boogie by Voiceplay for a fun ride,

[@yourmaninlondoncollecting5749]

Try Blackbird with him, instead. 🙂

[@mattkeltner3832]

check out blackbird by geoff

[@adwenb]

During bass competitions Tim with Home Free goes lower, Jeff is with Voice Play

[@lisahuff818]

His name is spelled Geoff.

[@nikelodeon6852]

What a clown lol. She doesn't realize what talent Geoff has lol. I had no idea there's ppl that don't like bass 😕

[@BartonBreen]

She didn't disrespect Geoff. Just not her style. You on the other hand .....

[@nikelodeon6852]

@@BartonBreen She said he sounds like a frog.. also "too much bass" lol. She expects basses to belt out high tenor notes.

[@claudiasalas8443]

Hola reacciona a Dimash SOS ...te va a encantar!!!! Un cantante de kasajistan.

[@calystkorombos3257]

Blackbird is a better composition where he shows off more of his range.

[@teresaritter1631]

Tennessee ernie Ford did the original. It is all Jeff.

[@jimcorbeil]

: )

[@jasper4365]

u know your roling a fansy dice to predict the futere?

[@russellleitschuh8315]

Ford.

[@ryanellsworth7246]

He is talented and he has done a few videos doing multiple parts but too flashy and reaching too far for my taste.

[@wanita7025]

I feel as if Voiceplay has more caricature voices. Ooegy boogey man.

[@lisahuff818]

Yes they were caricature voices because they were singing character voices. Try one of their covers where they are singing in their own voice and not playing a character.

[@timcarder2170]

Not bad, but the the cover of this little ditty by *Tennessee Ernie Ford* in 1955, is still miles better. Originally written and performed by *Merle Travis,* in 1946, this classic has been covered well over 60 times, and by some VERY big, influential, names in music. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sixteen_Tons

[@GuinsWIN1]

Tennessee Ernie Ford