I reacted to acapella?! HOME FREE - MAN OF CONSTANT SORROW (REACTION)

Today we react to an ACAPELLA group.. so yea, they make the instruments with their very own coaxial chords and lips. I have no idea what to expect to be honest... let’s see how this goes haha

[@joannlandrum6171]

Home Free fans are referred to as Home Fries. Well, we Home Fries could go on for days telling you about Home Free and the insane talent of each member. They have 200+ KZbin videos as well as individual channels for Austin Brown, Tim Foust and Adam Chance "Chance." No genre is off limits. They won Season 4 of the Sing Off. They have multiple collabs with other talented artists. Tim (bass) has a five octave range. Adam Rupp (beatboxer and co-founder of Home Free) is a two-time world champion beatboxer. He also has a beautiful singing voice. There is no lead vocalist. Their videos include studio, concert and comical versions as well as "drum" solos by Adam Rupp. They kept us Home Fries sane during the lockdown by releasing videos each month. Each of the guys were in different locations while performing/creating their part of the lockdown videos. Those songs are now an album titled "Lockdown." They all have a wonderful sense of humor and are the best of friends. They are on tour more than they're at home. Again, I could go on-and-on, but I won't. Watch more of their videos, I know you'll become a Home Fry!

[@jaymie6637]

Thank you, I wasn't aware of much of that info.

[@allybandy3047]

You have to hear their "Butts Remix" Rock-rap-n-country! Edit PS: The three main awesome a cappella groups are 'Home Free', 'Pentatonix' and 'Voice Play'.

[@micheledavis3814]

YES!!!!

[@janetdw]

Thank you for mentioning all three. Each is incredibly talented in their own way. Personally I am more into the musical theater so VP is my first choice. But even though I don’t like country, I’ll always check out what Home Free has done. They do cross genres, are insanely talented and they just look like they’re having so much fun. Pentatonix is a little more pop and I do listen to it but I am not as engaged as I am with the other two groups.

[@amberdot42]

Absolutely Butts Remix is a great choice!

[@ryanellsworth7246]

@@janetdw Best part of all 3 is they interact with each other and always do crossovers. Avi jumped in on Ring of Fire. Geoffe organized the Oak Ridge Boys Elvira arrangement. They did a goofy zombies one. And collabs with the original artists... God Bless the USA, American Pie, The Gambler. Incredible!

[@rllangevin3841]

Oh boy! Another reactor who's fallen down the rabbit hole. Home Free does upgrades (not covers) and has many originals in numerous genres. Their catalogue is deep but some suggestions for future reactions are: I Can't Outrun You or Some Girls Do (featuring Adam Chance [he goes by Chance] - baritone/bass and occasional tenor; bearded guy in back left with hat, doing the jaw's harp/twang at the end); When a Man Loves A Woman (featuring Austin Brown, high tenor who started this song) or his original Love Me Like That; End of the Road and/or Blue Ain't Your Color (featuring Rob Lundquist - glasses/overalls); What's Left of My Heart (new original written by and featuring Tim Foust - low bass, long hair/no beard in this one), Brothers in Arms or Folsom Prison Blues for super-low bass by Tim; Adam Rupp is their world-renown percussionist/beat-boxer and can ramp it up or play it down, depending on what the song calls for; check out his Drum Solo (from 2015) to see more of what he can do; also Working for A Livin' or Ain't Going Down 'Til the Sun Comes Up (on FaceBook due to copyright) to see more of his no-monica skills. Other songs featuring most/all of the vocalists: One Man Band, Listen to the Music, Dive Bar Saints (original), Heaven, Brother and another must is their original Dreamer, but the live version at the Ryman with Texas Hill. This is just a start, so be prepared for more great suggestions to come from other Home Fries. We will be here to take in all your reactions!

[@randyhawley7202]

Like the reaction ! For more Home Free suggestions: End of the Road; Brothers in Arms; Listen to the Music (rock); Butts Remix (some rap in here); Workin' for a Livin' (more rock); When a Man Loves a Woman - and so many, many more ! These guys can really do it all !

[@annelieshoornik]

I would like to add Bless the broken road, Blue ain’t your color and Country Fried Pop Medley :D and anything else they sing :D If you like a good laugh try any story time with Tim (the bass singer) hilarious! Also, the live version of Home Free doing 9 to 5 has an amazing beat box-off. And of course you should try Adam Rupp’s drumsolo😊

[@JaimeDornanLady]

@@annelieshoornik Don’t forget Champagne Taste (On a Beer Budget) for laughs, & pretty much anything HF has done for a great song! Their singles are also fantastic! If you get to go to a concert, you should! It’s a party, & quite the experience! #HomeFryForLife

[@kmwwrench]

"I don't wanna hate it." Fat chance. Now, for something totally different, go to their version of the Doobie Brothers classic Listen to the Music. Amazing, I promise. Unbelievable vocal percussion.

[@boogiesmam]

I absolutely love that one! It’s incredible!

[@donnamhall8491]

Definitely react to Listen To The Music! I think you'll like it.

[@angwatts]

I was coming to comment and suggest the exact same song! LOL

[@steveeverett1736]

I was also going to suggest their cover of End of the Road, a song he might have some knowledge of. A acapella group that does rock? Well possibly Voiceplay with some of their pieces, let's suggest some VP songs for him

[@carolynmyers9591]

Totally agree, their version of Listen to the Music is amazing!!! Spot on harmonies, arrangement and production. These guys have amazing talent, and all without instruments, it's incredible.

[@marciaramirez3791]

A Cappella Rock. Ok. Here goes. Home Free "End of the Road", "Butts Remix", "Workin' for a Livin'", "Listen to the Music", "American Pie" (classic), "When a Man Loves a Woman" (soul), "Unchained Melody" (classic). These guys are simply amazing they can do country to opera and everything in between. Great reaction! Subbing. Thanks for the joy.

[@jamanga59]

Spot on with suggestions. Home Free can and does do any genre. They are amazing.

[@steveeverett1736]

totally agree on the basic suggestions since they demonstrate what HF can truly do

[@dagmar.6954]

You have just been introduced to the best a cappella group out there. These guys are all so talented. They lean towards country but they can do any genre. They all can take the lead depending on whos voice is best for the song. They are known for their tight harmonies. Tim Foust is one of the best bass singers out there & their beatboxer vocal percussionist Adam Rupp can simulate any sound. This song is very old & is done in the bluegrass country style. It was used in the movie "Oh Brother Where Art Thou" starring George Clooney.

[@demeraragirl]

I think that title belongs to pentatonix

[@lisac.346]

Dagmar S. I totally agree! #homefries

[@timlubbers2884]

@@demeraragirl or voice play …

[@TheRealityleak]

All the groups that have been mentioned are good friends and have collaborated. Best depends on what you want. Voiceplay are best at production (in my opinion). Home free are great at the harmonies, pentatonic are great all rounders. I'm here for Tim Foust, Avi Kaplan (former penta bass) and Geoff Castellucci. They hit notes that baritones only dream of. The home free ring of fire cover last note drop is insane!

[@demeraragirl]

@@TheRealityleak I am aware that they are all friends and support each other, but we all know that pentatonix is in a league of their own.

[@dalepettiner5036]

That "sound" was what Home Fries call a "nomonica" (harmonica without the harmonica). You asked about rock music. They have an extensive catalogue (more than 150 songs) and cover a lot of "older" rock music. They do all genres very well.

[@billsturm9225]

are we sure it isnt an Adamonica? Or how about a Haruppica

[@Tribblepuppy]

@@billsturm9225 or a har-man-ica?

[@babydoll8714]

Loved your reaction! Home Free is so talented and versatile. They all are extremely humble, no egos in this group. They know each others strengths so no fighting over arrangement of the song. If you are a sci-fi/fantasy person and like role playing listen to their version of Brother along with the suggestions from the other Home Fries in the comments. Especially Listen to the Music and the Butt's Medley.

[@racing2cat]

These are the exact 2 songs I'd recommend. One is classic rock and the other is country/rock/rap - with a huge does of comedy. Also, "Hillbilly Bone" for a little country/rock. All are fantastic! Really great reaction. 🙂❤

[@pamdimitrio4972]

Yes yes

[@nightthornkvala94132]

Country Fried Pop Medley is also a good one.

[@wordsonice8996]

You need to check out Voice Play and Pentatonix too. They and Home Free are the Big Three in the acapella world. All three groups were discovered via the competition show The Sing Off. Pentatonix and Home Free each won their seasons. Voiceplay lost to Home Free, but all three groups are AMAZING. For Voiceplay, check out Hoist The Colors. For Pentatonix, check out their Daft Punk mashup.

[@carolyncostner9619]

These guys are so versatile! They each come from a different musical background. Austin, the first pretty voice , is trained in musical theatre,, Rob, the 2nd pretty voice, trained in opera, etc. They cover lots of different genres of music, from Boyz to Men, to Dire Straits. You really need to open your mind even wider to this group. You will be pleasantly surprised.

[@joeurbach9097]

Home Free is amazing, 100% acapella, 100% wonderful! - You should really listen to their songs “End of the Road,” “Brothers in Arms,” “Ring of Fire,” “One Man Band,” “Mayday,” “Brother” “Butts Remix,” “Hillbilly Bone,” and “Elvira” for some real fun! Thanks for the reaction video, as a Home Fry myself I am always glad to see someone finding them for the first time!

[@DRHHUB]

Be prepared for the Home Fries (fans of Home Free) to come out of the woodwork. We're like Field of Dreams - if you react, we will come. Their cover of Dire Straits Brothers in Arms is eerie. Then, right after that, watch their Mayday and realize the same singer is the lead at the beginning of each song. Don McLean and Home Free did the 50th anniversary remake of American Pie. And, the two tenors (Rob Lundquist and Austin Brown passing the lead back and forth in this song) just did Nessun Dorma (KZbin - Two Country Singers Try Singing Opera) . This is a deep rabbit hole-I hope you enjoy. I enjoyed your reaction.

[@r.d.stratford106]

Acapella fans are legion, and we will come in droves for a good reactor. We love it when people love our favorite groups!

[@lyddiebarlow5015]

I’m so excited to see what you think 😃

[@louisetemples7011]

My favorite band! Home Free is FANTASTIC! Please continue to react to them. I suggest "LISTEN TO THE MUSIC" "THE BUTTS MEDLEY" Thank you! ♥️😀🍟

[@tassilo5949]

I love good music, but didn't favor any singer or band until 2 years ago. And I was not interested in acapella or country. But these five talented guys are amazing! No matter what they touch - it's fantastic. I love the versatility and rich harmonies of Home Free. Thanks for the reaction!

[@DyvmSlorm]

3 minutes in and you said, "I'm just waiting for a beat to drop but it's not coming".... That got me smiling . Us Home Fries, affectionately, call that the no-monica. They do layer in production and Adam Rupp uses a looper when they preform live (which they do a lot). They consider themselves country but cover multiple genres. Try Home Free End of the Road or Listen to the Music. Both Pentatonix and VoicePlay do some more rock covers and are worth exploring (even though Home Free is my favorite).

[@GaiaOne]

Home Free, Pentatonix, and Voice Play are the holy trinity of a capella.

[@barrywood7322]

If you like Adam Rupp’s Drums in this I recommend you watch his 2015 drum solo there are newer one’s, but its the one i prefer.

[@patriciakirk6537]

You definitely need to listen to their "Butts Remix"!

[@pamelapasechnick6899]

Great Reaction! It is always SO much fun to watch someone watch/listen to one of the top Acapella groups for the first time! Although all of them can sing ANY genre of music and blow you away each of the groups tend to have leanings toward different genres. Home Free tends to have a more Country sound (watch their "Ring of Fire" and "Brothers In Arms" videos). PENTATONIX tends to have a more Pop sound (they do an absolute killer rendition of "Bohemian Rhapsody" and their "Hallelujah" will bring you to tears!) VoicePlay tends to do songs that have a theatrical flair which they do with appropriate costumes and makeup (check out their "Little Mermaid medley" and "Hoist the Colors"!). Voctave has the largest number of members of the top Acapella groups and they do big, soaring soundtrack type music.( Disney Love Medley, and Disney Princess Medley are great!) Anyway, again, I really enjoyed watching your reaction video and I look forward to seeing more!

[@robynmatheson7687]

The only a cappella group that I like. They are a vocal band. I suggest the following: “End of the Road”, “I Can’t Outrun You “, “Do You Hear What I Hear “, Butts Medley”, “Champagne Taste”(on a beer budget)”, “In the Blood “.

[@johntucker4296]

When you stopped at 2:00 the sound is what has labeled Adam Rupp's 'nomonica'. When doing this live they use a looping station because of all the things going on. 'Workin' for a Livin' to catch a good one with names of the group members. It was a Huey Lewis and the News cover.

[@elainehaynes1168]

Tim Foust, the bass has a 5 octave range. One of their newer ones that I like is "Listen to the Music".

[@ericpotter4657]

Like Dagmar said you just found the best a cappella group and the are some very good other groups. They lean country but do many genres. They have done Soul - WHEN A MAN LOVES A WOMAN cover of Percy Sledge, R&B - END OF THE ROAD cover by Boyz2Men, Rock - Listen to the Music - a 50th anniversary cover of the Doobie Brothers (the beatboxer is fantastic in this one). Gospel - HOW GREAT THOU ART. Inspirational - GO REST HIGH ON THAT MOUNTAIN, Silly/comedic - CHAMPAGNE TASTE ON A BEER BUDGET a Home Free original also THE BUTTS REMIX a mash up of booty songs (country, rap, rock). Home Free fans are called Home Fries and are extremely loyal to reactors playing Home Free. If you give these guys a chance you will be hooked. Thank you for your reaction and you have a blessed day.

[@CapriUni]

These aren't exactly hard rock, but other songs Home Free has covered that may be closer to your favorite genres: American Pie (With the original singer, Don McLean, for the 50th anniversary), Johnny Cash's Folsom Prison Blues, and Never gonna give you up (for an April Fool's video). They really do have a wide range of styles.

[@kylefrandsen2665]

I just saw these guys live. They use a looper so the "human drum kit", Adam Rupp, can lay down a beat and then also do harmonica or whatever else he needs. Same with the "jaw harp" and "guitar" from bass/baritone Adam Chance. Although these guys do focus on country, they do have covers from other genres like "End of the Road". Their "Butts Remix/Medley" covers multiple genres mixed together and shows their humorous side. It's a must-see. I grew up on guitar rock, so country's not my usual choice, but these guys are so talented and fun that I've heard most of their stuff. If you want acapella rock, the group Pentatonix does a crazy good version of Queen's "Bohemian Rhapsody" and some rap. Again, not their focus and Pentatonix tends to have a lot of copyright issues for reactors.

[@evelynsallie5703]

This is my favorite group and its not even close. They are simply amazing. You my friend have earned a new sub. I'm sure my fellow home fries have already suggested many songs but I will still give a couple Listen to the Music, When A Man Loves A Woman, End of The Road, Can't Stop The Feeling and The Butts Medley, you can't go wrong with any of their songs honestly!

[@DanloRingess]

You've just encountered one of the three truly great a capella groups that I know of. Home Free tends more toward country, but they have a bit of everything. Several people have already made additional suggestions for more from them. Pentatonix is a bit more pop/rock focused. For a great example, give their Daft Punk Medley a try. (They won their first of 3 Grammy awards for that one) The last, and possibly my favorite (though that varies from day to day) is Voiceplay. They tend to more pop/theatre/rock. For Voiceplay, I recommend their recent cover of Imagine Dragons' song Enemy. They have 4 core members and tend to rotate in a guest performer for each song. That one features the K-pop performer, AleXa.

[@shilohauraable]

I'd also recommend VP's "Dream On" (Aerosmith cover) if you like rock.

[@hitman9198]

It's crazy Home Free and Voiceplay were on the same season of the Sing Off.

[@janetdw]

@@hitman9198 I think it’s wonderful that they remain good friends. I know that Geoff and Layne have each done arrangements for HomeFree. Rob and one of the Rupp brothers (Chris, I think) have appeared with them. I am not overly fond of the song Survivor but I think it’s awesome that they did Zombies versus Hillbillies even after the season ended.

[@sarasimminger5301]

Awesome thank for reacting to Home Free ! I hope to see more I recommend any and all Home Free they can sing anything. 🙂

[@agnesregards2286]

Another acapella group, Pentatonix, performed Born to Be Wild, which is well worth a look. They also did Bohemian Rhapsody. Home Free, Pentatonix and Voiceplay are all worth a closer look for some very impressive acapella performances.

[@susandavis8505]

I love Home Free's version of this song. They are amazing!! Great reaction!!

[@bobs.3764]

Josh, I'm a subscriber for a while now. Proud #HOG and proud #HomeFry....Home Free fan. They cover multiple genres and all acapella. Check out their beatboxer doing a Drum Solo, your mind will be blown.

[@wordsonice8996]

Additionally, Home Free and Pentatonix have done global tours. :-) Voiceplay is much more theatrical based.

[@alicehuddleston308]

NEW SUB. THIS GROUP HAS BEEN ACTIVE SINCE 2000, FOUNDED BY CHRIS AND ADAM RUPP. CHRIS LEFT IN 2016 AND WAS REPLACED BY ADAM CHANCE THE NEW BARITONE WHO ALSO COVERS THE BASS LINE WHEN TIM FOUST SINGS LEAD [TIM HAS 5 OCTAVE RANGE] THEY CALL ADAM "CHANCE" SINCE THE BEATBOXER IS ALSO ADAM. ROB LUNDQUIST [BEARD AND GLASSES] IS LEAD TENOR. AUSTIN BROWN IS HIGH TENOR. DEPENDS ON THE SONG, WHO SINGS LEAD. THEY ALL TAKE TURNS EXCEPT THE BB. BEATBOXER ALSO SINGS WHEN THE SONG HAS NO PURCUSSION. THEY ALL ARE VERY GOOD FRIENDS. THEY ARE ON TOUR. I SAW THEM AUG.11TH AND RECENTLY LAST FRIDAY WHERE I GOT A COPY OF THEIR NEW ALBUM THAT ISN'T OUT UNTIL NOVEMBER. YOU CAN HEAR ONE OF THE SONGS CALLED "WHAT'S LEFT OF MY HEART" [ORIGINAL] ON YT JUST ONE OF 12 ORIGINALS OUT OF THE 14 TRACK ALBUM CALLED "SO LONG DIXIE". SOMETIMES TIM WILL TELL A STORY IN THE CONCERT WHICH HE DID FRIDAY. CHECK IT OUT. SOOOOO FUNNY. POSTED BY WENDI IN NEVERLAND [PORTLAND SHOW] I NOW HAVE ALL NINE ALBUMS AND THE DOO WOP SOLO ALBUM BY TIM CALLED "PIECES OF ME" HE LAYERS ALL THE PARTS. CHECK OUT "WILL YOU STILL LOVE ME TOMORROW/STAY" YOU'LL HEAR HIS RANGES. HE HAS ALSO BEEN KNOWN FOR BLOWING OUT SUBWOOFER AND SHAKING PEOPLES CAMERAS. ROB AND AUSTIN DID A DUET TOGETHER SINGING OPERA. FANS ARE CALLED "HOME FRIES". IF THERE IS A CONCERT WHERE YOU CAN GET TO BY ANY MEANS OF TRANSPORT, DON'T MISS OUT. YOU WON'T REGRET IT. THEY ARE THE ONLY "COUNTRY" ACA. BAND BUT SINGS OTHER GENRES LIKE R&B ETC. THEY ALSO DID AMERICAN PIE WITH THE ORIGINAL ARTIST. DID BORN IN THE USA AND WORKIN' FOR A LIVING AND LISTEN TO THE MUSIC [I WOULD CALL THEM SOFT ROCK. DON MCCLEAN IS NOT THE ONLY ORIGINAL ARTIST COLLABS THEY'VE DONE [TOO MANY TO LIST HERE]

[@AndieO]

Don't be afraid... The aca groups don't bite. Home Free, Pentatonix and Voice Play are three of the top players. VP are at their highest game come Halloween. The Bass Gang are newer on the scene but are so talented. Home Free are country leaning, PTX are the cool kids with pop while VP are the theater kids.. They always put on a show complete with costumes. TBG do some of the more contemporary rock stuff (which is fun when you know that one of them is a pro opera singer). Enjoy. ♥️ Hugs from Newfoundland

[@dianemiller7705]

Sounds just as good when they do it live!!!!

[@harolddorsey9179]

Brothers in Arms is probably the best songs for their tribute to military, not just ours. Sounds like a full blown choir with just five extremely talented, humble guys. Just subbed also.

[@leed206]

Agree have to fight tears every time I hear it, which is often.

[@rllangevin3841]

For "rock" a cappella, check out VoicePlay's cover of Carry on My Wayward Son - be prepared for a jaw drop!

[@nanadeborah8717]

They never fight. They are the best of friends. They won the sing off in 2013. Listen to the Music is more recent and the rock genre. They also do Boyz to Men. Quite a wide variety of music. Begin your adventure down the Home Free rabbit hole and enjoy.

[@gingerjohnson1095]

If you are entering the acapella world there are a few things to learn. Home Free is just one of the big three. The other two are Pentatonix and Voice Play. All three are outstanding. All three can upgrade almost any song out there. Members of the three groups can sometimes be found alone or working with members of other groups in collaborations. You are entering, not just a rabbit hole , but an entire warren of rabbit holes. Home Free fans are Home Fries, Pentatonix fans are Pentaholics and I still don't know what Voice Play fans call themselves, but they are no less rabid than the fries or pentaholics and can be just as rabid about two or all three groups. All three groups have been in the music business from 11 - 20 years and have huge catalogs of music including some excellent original music.

[@claudevillemaire355]

So many choices, so little time! Welcome to the rabbit hole!

[@sandyleewhite]

I started falling in love with a Capella groups about 3 years ago, and never looked back.....just the skill alone, in creating instruments like in a band, with just their voices, sets these groups apart from all the rest, and their skills are beyond mention! Another thing I also appreciate as well, is they are able to cross genres with ease, as in the case, where Home Free is generally Country, they can also do soul, rock pop, and everything in-between. I would love you to check out their version of Johnny Cash’s, Folsom Prison Blues, just so you can see their versatility 😊

[@miamidolphinsfan]

these guys can sing all genre's....want to hear them do a little Hip-Hop? Watch their cover of SPACESHIP. It's pretty awesome

[@Trishapurpleprincess]

And sweet!

[@tomhansen4576]

Home Free just released a cover of the Doobie Bros. classic Listen to the Music, and they did a collaboration with Don McLean and the iconic American Pie. These guys can sing anything, and they just proved it when the two lead singers just released an opera song Nessun Dorma which shocked all Home Free fans, aka Home Fries.

[@janette7330]

Welcome to the Home Frie family, saying this before your reaction 😂

[@fredamedic2000]

Welc9me to the rabbit hole. These guys are amazing talents. They can do multiple roles each. Check out anything they do and it's fire. They are just as good live.

[@jasonsomething6003]

Dude... thank you for opening your ears and mind to different types of music! Home Free dose alot of covers but they have their own music also with 13 albums and over 120 videos. There's a reason why they have a fan base like they have.. the music they do.. they do very well!!! I look forward to more reactions from you to Home Free... it's a rabbit hole you'll enjoy!

[@georgefisher1995]

Welcome to Home Free’s rabbit hole. They do all types of music, and you can’t help but fall in love with the incredible talent.

[@sherryarflin726]

Very best a cappella group out there. Ring of Fire, American Pie, Butts Remix, Mayday, Brothers in Arms, Listen to the Music, When a Man Loves a Woman. Sea Shanty Melody. They have so much to listen to.

[@chrishorton6784]

Home Free is country, ptx is pop, voice play is rock. Great reaction.

[@christinamoxon]

Big fan of the a capella groups on KZbin right now. Home free is amazing, and one of my favourites. Hope you cover more of their amazing talent. They deserve the recognition.

[@nancywiebe3693]

“I don’t want to hate it.” As if.😊

[@richb313]

This is just the start of a very deep rabbit hole you have uncovered there will be many suggestions in the comments and there are many different groups but in my opinion this is the best group with a dedicated fan base.

[@marylynn8455]

Subbed when you were doing FIR...nice surprise seeing Home Free show up. Love this group, extremely talented. They may not do rock, but have some excellent music. And Adam the beatboxer is AMAZING. Thanks, looking forward to more!

[@roxannesykes415]

The beatboxer is Adam Rupp. He does beats harmonica sounds etc

[@Cat-fi4ie]

Great reaction! I will suggest you listen to Listen to the Music, 1972 Doobie Brothers hit. Covered by Home Free. This will give you more beat.( beat boxer) . They do all genres, if you know Boyz ll Men they do a cover of their hit End of the Road, they have over 150 songs to choose from. Welcome to the Home Free rabbit hole 🕳. Have fun you won't regret it.

[@kimmillard6915]

They do more than country! They literally can sing ANYTHING! I’m going to be checking your channel everyday for more Home Free Reactions

[@marshac7738]

Home Free is the best--period. It's easy to forget they are completely acapella and make all "instrumental" sounds themselves. In this song they are making a distinct southern (country blues) presentation--it definitely fits the lyrics of the song. Chance doing the jaw harp sound really sets the stage for this song's story, which Austin's twang fits phenomenally. Tim's bass line completely grounds the harmonies and Adam's voice percussion simply cannot be beat. This performance highlights a lot of Home Free's strengths although they also handle ANY other genre just as amazingly❣️🎼🥰🎶❤️ Some of my favorites are "Working for a Living", "Good 'Ol Country Harmony", "Land of the Free", "Elvira" (with the Oak Ridge Boys), "Undivided", "Ain't Goin' Down 'Til the Sun Comes Up" (which is not on YT--it's on their official Facebook page) and now "Listen to the Music", "Brother" and "When Will I Be Loved" 😍!

[@samnkacie]

You have 30K views on this video! I think it’s safe to say that Acapella is ALIVE! With 3 amazing acapella groups to check out and all 3 with an extensive video catalog, this could be a very deep rabbit hole for you to go down and I promise, you won’t regret it! Neither will your channel as each group comes with a very large and loyal following! Pentatonix - mostly pop, EDM, rap, rock Home Free - mostly country Voiceplay - more theatrical Enjoy! I subbed for more acapella! 😁

[@vickiadkins9844]

Ty for reacting to Home Free !! Only band I listen to!! They sing all genres!! Chance,Austin, Rob, Tim and the amazing beatboxer, Adam!! That's a harmonica sound by Adam!

[@jimbearone]

You should check out “Can’t Stop The Feeling” “Yours” “Think A Little Less” “Why Not” “Castle On The Hill”

[@texasgal3903]

I happen to LOVE, LOVE, LOVE "Home Free", I have to listen to them get their groove on, they mesmerize me, Tim's baritone is so good!

[@patriciawoyczik1657]

Great reaction....you've just been hooked into the Home Free rabbit hole! Many great suggestions in the other comments....just pick one...they're all awesome! I just subbed for more Home Free!

[@r.d.stratford106]

Okay, I loved this. You are really engaging and entertaining to watch! Subscribed, and looking forward to more. Home Free leans country, but they do all genres and acappella has come a long, long way since the barbershop quartet days. Seconding other recommendations for their covers of Listen to the Music, End of the Road, and for some laughs, The Butts Medley/Butts Remix. But you can't go wrong. They're amazing.

[@lucdowney4564]

Loved this & your reaction. More Home Free, please!

[@crazydale1000]

This song was written in 1913. A true classic

[@theironherder]

Yo, nice job Josh. For example, you understood & appreciated the "nomonica" as quickly as any reactor that I've seen. My playlist for just this cover by Home Free is over 230 reactors, so I can back that statement up with evidence. The best a capella rock song has to be the Pentatonix cover of "Bohemian Rhapsody". A quick & partial scan of comments found many that allege that a few Home Free covers qualify as "Rock", but, truth be told, they are "Pop", not "Rock".

[@JoanN63]

Home Free, the number one A-Cappella group for me. Five members with all different but beautiful voices, with their own specialties. Great harmonies.They don't have a real lead singer. They look for each song which voice fits best. Everything they do, they do well. Austin Brown: High Tenor, with great runs and can sing very high. Rob Lundquist (beard and glasses): Tenor with a voice like velvet and full of soul. Also a great whistler. Tim Foust: Deep Bass, who can sing very low but also tenor. Adam Chance(further called Chance, back left): Baritone/Bass, with a voice so smooth and sexy. And who, by the way, makes the Jaw Harp sound here. Adam Rupp: beatboxer/percussionist/mouth artist, inhuman so good. Who can also sing tenor. The glue of the group. With his brother Chris Rupp the founder of the group over 20 years ago. Chris left the group in 2016 for a solo career and other projects. Chance replaced him. Besides, all members can beatbox or make certain mouth sounds. The strength of HF is the great personality, no rivalry, no egos, respecting each other, the brotherhood and having so much fun together in front of and behind the scenes. 💖 I am a real Home Fry from the Netherlands.

[@jenjensage7242]

If you want a rock song in a cappella, May I suggest Bohemian Rhapsody performed by Pentatonix 🤯. Your welcome 😉

[@glennelfmann3143]

Or their Daft Punk Medley

[@DRHHUB]

Hallelujah is still my favorite - I like HF better, but PTX and Hallelujah is one of the 3 best covers ever. 700 million views can't be wrong.

[@par500dragon7]

For another fantastic acapella group, check out VoicePlay. They are part of the world class acapella trifecta made up of them, Home Free and Pentatonix. Each group has a unique style all their own. Many fans love them all. VoicePlay has a cover of several rock songs, including Warriors, Dream On and Carry On Wayward Son.

[@janetdw]

Warriors is not strictly a cappella as Layne and J both played violin during it but the violin is obvious and adds so much so I don’t feel they are cheating there. (Layne laid down the percussion track then the violin) Dream On and Carry On My Wayward Son both featured Omar Cardona who was recently on The Voice, got all 4 chairs turned and selected John Legend as coach.

[@anna-karinolsson537]

There are not many bands where 4 out of 5 can sing lead !!! But these guys do. The others have also learned a bit of beatboxing and have had small duels on stage between each other. Very special people with very special talents and very down to earth with a twinkle in the eye. The five founding members were brothers Chris and Adam Rupp, Matt Atwood, Darren Scruggs, and Dan Lemke; taking their name from a boat owned by Atwood's grandfather who helped support the group financially in the early years The group began in 2000 as a hobby for the singers, but they gradually gained in experience and popularity. By 2007 they had enough of a following to pursue music full-time. During this period, the Rupp brothers and Atwood formed the core of the group, with Atwood singing lead tenor. Other members of the group came and went. They competed in an A capella TV competition "Sing Off" 4th season and won big !!! They won the TV competition the year after Pentatonix !! Then Chris Rupp was also there instead of Chance. Adam and Chris started the group in high school. Chris is now making his own career and started another band called 7th Ave whit his sister Tristin Rupp (sister of Chris and Adam) and 2 others. Here are the current members of Home Free: Adam Rupp :beatboxer that’s leaving everyone in complete disbelief as to how he could imitate an entire sound system by only using his voice and is the best in the entire US and soon in the world as he continues to develop it. He started only because they needed one. He also has his own solos in the shows. It is only then that most people understand that it is his mouth sounds from drums, harmonica and lots of other things. He also has a clear tenor voice that is used a little now and then. Adams fellow band members affectionately referred to him as a “freak of nature.” because of how he transforms from a singer and vocal percussionist into a human musical instrument. Born on April 23, 1982 Mankato, Minnesota. Graduated from Gustavus Adolphus College in 2004 with a music performance degree in trumpet. Tim Foust: is not only bass but instead read 1 Oct lower than other men as the lowest tones are vibrations but the total range of his voice is a full 5 octaves !!!!! That is, from the lowest base to the highest tenors. He has also collaborated with a guy named Peter Hollens in songs like Misty mounten and Sound of silence. Born on July 19, 1981 from Lubbock,Texas but was raised in Nederland, a city in Jefferson County, Texas. In his early years, he attended Lamar University as a pre-dental major until the day he could no longer fight the music itch. Recently, the Nederland native was also inducted into the Museum of the Gulf Coast Hall of Fame due to his influence, talent and vocal range. He joined the likes of Janis Joplin, Tracy Byrd. First sang with them as a guest on their 2010 tour. A Texas native, Foust was then pursuing a career as a singer/songwriter of country music and had recently released a solo album, but was not ready to sign on full-time. Matthew Tuey sang with the group in the interim of 2011, until Foust joined them full-time in January 2012. Rob Lungquist: lead tenor with Swedish descended who has an angel's voice with a beard like a lumberjack! His second talent is to whistle tunes! He can also beatbox a bit. Born on June 2, 1983 and comes from Minnesota. He has a bachelor’s degree in music from the University of Minnesota-Duluth. He joined Home Free after his graduating in 2008. He moved to Minneapolis, where he worked at the Guthrie Theater as a bartender, and he used to sing for a fellow Minnesota-based group called Four Shadow. Austin Brown: High tenor with a unique voice that is finished with country stucco on. Absolutely incredible man. Born 22 maj 1986 and comes from Tifton, Georgia. Attended Oklahoma City University, majoring in Music Theater. In 2012, Austin was working on a Royal Caribbean cruise ship as a featured singer in their production shows. When Home Free joined the cruise as a guest performing group, they met and became close and he let Home Free know that he would be interested in joining the group if they ever had an opening. At the end of 2012 lead singer Matt Atwood retire and Home Free then invited Brown to join as lead tenor. Adam Chance (called only Chance): baritone but also bass when Tim sings lead. We're just starting to understand his voice ability and wow what a voice. On March 18, 2016 it was announced that, after sixteen years performing with the group, co-founder Chris Rupp would be leaving to pursue a solo career. He would be replaced after May 8th by Adam Chance, formerly of Street Corner Symphony. Born May 24, 1984 Chance is a native of Baldwin County, right across the bay from Mobile. He stayed in Baldwin County until his early 20s. His mom still lives there until today. He is a former journalism and music student at the University of Alabama. All five of Home Free's singers have formal musical training. Lundquist and the Rupp brothers all have bachelor's degrees in music. Adam Rupp's primary instrument is trumpet. Home Free's styling as a country group is relatively recent. Before Tim Foust joined the group, Home Free was an all-purpose a cappella group, singing in a wide variety of styles, of which country was only a minor one. With the additions of Foust and Brown, the group moved more in the direction of country and found that audiences responded well to it. Home Free had auditioned three times for The Sing-Off (without Foust and Brown) and not been accepted. When auditioning for the fourth season, they made a conscious decision to style themselves as a country group. In an interview Brown said this identity is what grabbed the attention of The Sing-Off’s casting director, who said, “You guys really fit something we don’t have.” This band can not even been describe properly so ignore what title they are under… for them they are the only one in their category in the whole world !!!! Home Free converts songs to country a capella everything from Avicii - Wake Me Up to Johnny Cash "Ring of fire" etc. To understand what these are, you should check out their live recorded shows… because you do not understand them before there. Their own song videos are absolutely wonderful. You can laugh yourself to death and you can cry from recognizing heartbreaking ballads. They have released 14 records from the startof Home Free and Home Free's 2014 album “Full of Cheer” was released as “Full Of (Even More) Cheer” in November 2016 and debuted at number two on Top Country Albums with 13,000 sold, the band's best performance on the chart at the time. But the album "Timeless" came in 2nd place on the country Billebord list the first week !!!! Everyone placed high on Billebord country lists at the record release. Then you should know that the fans are significantly fewer than, for example, Blake Shelton or Kenny Rodgers. Kenny and The Oak Ridge Boyes contacted them and have collaborated on several songs Their shows are so much fun and you get involved when you go to their concerts. Be prepared for lots of laughter.They do everything they can for their fans and the fans do everything they can to for the band. The fans are called “Home Fries” and there kid fans are called “Small Fries”. There are many examples of how good and cordial it is between the fans and the band. The latest came up due to Hurricane Harvey. It hit where Tim Foust comes from and he has his family and friends there. They did not get much help. So Home Free started a “Youcaring” account where they deposited $ 20,000 and asked the fans to match… it took just under 4 hours and the fans asked them to raise the limit. They raised it to 100,000 dollars and of them we fans have reached this and find out via Facebook and pictures of how they where used. They also made a song with pictures from the fans about this. Everything from that song goes directly to the collection. They work with people they know on the spot so they know that all the money that comes in goes straight there. They were surprised at how much the fans line up and helps with which they should not be at this point as we have proven that we help when it is most needed. Another little story between the band and the fans happened during an outdoor show where they had to cancel after 3 songs due to thunder and rain storm. The fans gathered in a large pavilion to wait and see if they can play more. Then they see the band coming walking in thunder and rain up to them… stand on a camping table and say that they unfortunately can not continue the show but that they would occasionally sing an unplugged song that was incredible even before. This time it was accompanied by thunder and rain. 3rd Performance - Home Free - "Ring Of Fire" By Johnny Cash - Sing Off - Series 4 kzbin.info/www/bejne/m4qofYNnptx5d5o Home Free - Ring of Fire (featuring Avi Kaplan of Pentatonix) [Johnny Cash Cover] kzbin.info/www/bejne/Zp2WlaZ-eLiWrrc Home Free - God Blessed Texas (A Song for Hurricane Relief kzbin.info/www/bejne/i6bLgYSrdsh_o6s Home Free (Tim Foust) performs Your Man by Josh Turner (In this song he has breaken the soundsystem at least 1 time! hihi) kzbin.info/www/bejne/pYPRq6yLabl2j6M Home Free Kearney, MO How Great Thou Art 6.17.2017 Complete Recording This video is very special. This outdoor consert was canseld after 3 songs do to rein and thunderstorm. A lot of the fans stayed in a pavilion to waty oute the storm. I have never heard of any other artist doing what they did. They walked up a hill in rein and thunder...placed them self on a campingtabel. Told them this consert whas canceld but that they gonna sing 1 song moor unpluggde. And look at there in the lyric the lamp flickers! Chris Rupp hade lefte the band last year so here is it Adam Chance that replacet him. kzbin.info/www/bejne/iaC5d4OspZ2JnpY

[@cynicsquest]

Your introduction to Adam Rupp the world's most amazing beat boxer was great. Expect your numbers to climb as all of the "Home Fries" come in to watch your reaction. Home Free does more than country music, so we'll be glad to go down that rabbit hole with you as you explore their music. You will also like Pentatonix (who also do different genres) and Voiceplay. These three groups are the trilogy of acapella music.

[@boogiesmam]

Loved the reaction! 1000% rocker chick here, I HATE country! My daughter turned me on to these guys. I was a Home Fry with the very first song I heard! They are incredible! Seeing my 5th live show in Dec. Subbing- enjoy the rabbit hole! Listen to the Music is Doobie Brothers if you want a more soft- rock sound. The guys are phenomenal.

[@reginaminton1135]

Thank you for a great reactin. There are a ton of songs these guys do and all so well. For a bit about who they are... back row... left to right...Adam Chance(Chance)... baritone/bass..from Alabama...Adam Rupp... beatboxer/percussionist...from Minnesota...front row/ left to right...Rob Lundquist...tenor...from Minnesota...Austin Brown...high Tenor...from Georgia...Tim Foust...Bass and more...from Southeast Texas (cut his hair during pandemic). You will also see Chris Rupp in earlier songs cap or cowboy hat...Adam Rupps brother... they started the band in 2000. Chris left to go solo. Sorry I know that is a lot. Hope it helps you to know who is who.

[@sueby1962]

I love it when people discover Home Free. They are a freakishly talented group of fellas! They can make you laugh sometimes, they can make you cry sometimes but they always impress. Here's a cheat sheet on the group: Adam Rupp, co-founder of HF and the awesome beatboxer. Tim Foust, bass. He has a five-octave range. Robb Lundquist (glasses and beard) Tenor Harmony. Austin Brown, Lead Tenor. Adam Chance, Baritone ( goes by Chance). Chance replaced Chris Rupp (co-founder) who left in 2016. Take Me Home Country Roads is phenomenal but you might also want to check out Dreamer, When A Man Loves A Woman, End Of The Road, One Man Band, I Swear, Blue Ain't Your Color, and Folsom Prison Blues. For some funny ones: Butts Medley, All About That Bass, Champagne Taste, Hillbilly Bone. For some serious ones: How Great Thou Art, Go Rest High On That Mountain. When you are familiar with all the boys and their vocal roles, do Mayday. And last but not least, Brothers In Arms. It is haunting and beautiful. They have recently released several new songs that you will want to check out, Brother and Listen to the Music for sure. Welcome to the Home Free rabbit hole!

[@user-vl4fx5wf1q]

Yes, Home Free 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@Beehindblueyes]

No instruments! Adam Rupp is doing almost all the instruments! These guys get along very well. They are the total package!

[@annepinkerton6280]

Don't forget about Chance .... the other guy in the back with a vest on. HE is the one doing harmonies and the mouth-harp sound and the beginning and end of this video!

[@nanalen60]

One thing about reactions to HomeFree and theirHomeFries.... if you build it they will come

[@stephanietip]

You cannot go down the home Free rabbit hole without hearing The Oak Ridge Boys and home Free singing Elvira. It's literally like they traveled through time and met up with themselves to sing, or at least they're singing with their fathers.

[@jacksonlevon2406]

Hello beautiful, how're you doing today.?

[@tygerbrite]

"waitin' for that beat to drop": Patience, grasshopper. This is lovemaking.

[@roberthudson1959]

HF 101: Beatboxer Adam Rupp is the last original member. Rob Lundquist (Soloist #2) introduced himself in 2008, about the time the group went full-time. Tim Foust (Soloist #3) has been filling out the chord since 2012. Austin Brown (soloist #1) met the group aboard a cruise ship in 2012 and came aboard a little bit later. Adam "Chance" joined the group in 2016. All four singers sing lead, and all four can sing any of the four parts (Brown and Lundquist usually sing tenor, Chance is the baritone, and Foust is the bass).

[@cheryljohnson733]

I love Home Free and have seen this live. They are fantastic. Thx for the reaction.

[@williemcd]

One of the best reactions/reactors I've encountered (1,000's under my belt)....Love the set up you have...with the act taking prominence with just your figure super imposed.. You'll get lost exploring HF's catalog....across multiple genre's....A modest group especially in relation to the level of talent they bring. You hopped on the beat boxer, Adam Rupp....so you'll be amazed at this 7 minute drum solo.. Something funky: Check out Butt's Medley....covers rap/country/rock. Incredible harmonies? Cover of Crosby Stills & Nash - Hopelessly Hoping.... Originals? One Man Band. Now on to featuring each individual - Tim Foust - Basso Profundo hmmm check out "Brothers in Arms"..... Austin Brown? High Tenor....a must-watch "When a Man Loves a Woman" soaks women's knickers.... Rob Lundquist - Again, one man band or Blue Ain't Your Color (a bit of old motown) or "End of the Road". A voice that reminds you of sweet caramel.... The Teddy Bear of the group. Adam Chance...Another bass/baritone that is music to the ears in a conversational manner.....A must hear would be "Some Girls Do"....features his fiancée. Plain out fun: Hillbilly Bone ....or Listen to the Music"...

[@SouthCarolinaAllStar]

Dude they can sing anything. They are the best period. Total package.

[@karenpassolano310]

I just NEVER get tired of the head explosion. Lol

[@gregporter3634]

The tightest harmony this group does was in Helplessly Hoping! They’re amazing!

[@csutton161]

Loved your HONEST reaction. to go from one genre to another, not knowing what to expect, I love it. Welcome to the world of Home Free. I subscribed to watch you do more.

[@JayeEllis]

Adam, the beatboxer is amazing. His 'harmonica' is also very well showcased in (Ain't Goin' Down) Till the Sun Comes Up. Each of the guys has their own strengths, and they each get their songs.

[@FollowingGhost]

The first reactor who has given Adam props for that amazing harmonica part. If you listen to Tim (bass) after his solo he actually drops an octave in the next line.

[@jeffshirton7234]

Congrats! You are officially now a "Home Fry"! Home Free is made up of: Two tenors: Rob & Austin, the latter having an amazing yodel Two basses: Chance and Tim, Tim is the Basso Profundo from the third verse; A beatboxer: Adam Rupp, one of the originals of the group. They're country, they're Christian, they're patriotic, they're great!

[@stanrock2225]

They are the best. They can sing anything and they will kill it. Beat boxer is one of the best ever

[@corvus1374]

Pentatonix. They do a capella rock. They also do rap and pop. Listen to their Daft Punk medley, and their Macklemore covers, like Thrift Shop and Can't Hold Us. They also do a LOT of Christmas albums.

[@shirleysouthard6560]

Welcome to the Home Free rabbit hole! They are country based, but cover all genres and have an incredible catalog, as well as a crazy loyal following! Prepare to hear from the Home Fries! 🤣 If you want to hear something a little more upbeat from them, I would recommend "Ain't going down til the sun comes up", "can't fight the feeling", or maybe even "the butts remix". These guys love what they do and have a great sense of humor. One of my favorites by them is "brother" a great video with lots of laughs.

[@freckles7184]

More Home Free!! We Home Fries can’t get enough!! Go down this rabbit hole for some really good stuff! We Home Fries will go dow it with you.

[@johnpricejoseca1705]

The best thing you can do is stretch your head! Listen, see, experience new things! Props for checking it out.

[@georgefisher1995]

No matter WHAT song Home Free does, they will hit you in the face like a hot, wet, mop, and surprise you! If you have ever ridden an old train, you will hear and feel the steady click, clack of the rail joints as you cross them. - that’s the backbeat in this song.

[@dianemiller7705]

Dude, you need to listen to their cover of the classic rock song, Listen to the Music Adam Rupp’s vocal percussion is insane

[@wordsonice8996]

Because you asked: Check out Home Free's cover of End of the Road, which was originally done by Boys 2 Men.

[@angwatts]

This group sings many genres.....up to and including R&B. This is a give man group with three bassists, three baritones, five tenors, three high tenors, five vocal percussionists, and one master vocal percussionist/beatboxer.