ICCA 2017 - The Nor'easters

The Nor'easters (Northeastern University) perform their winning 2017 ICCA set on April 26th at ENCORE.
"Cheyenne"
Opb. Jason Derulo
Soloist: Ryan Hannon, Claudia Moericke
Arr: Shams Ahmed
VP: Arun Venugopal
"715 - CRΣΣKS"
Opb. Bon Iver
Arr: Elliott Von Wendt
VP: Arun Venugopal
"Who's That Girl"
Opb. Rosie Lowe
Soloist: Claudia Moericke
Arr: Elliott von Wendt and Shams Ahmed
VP: Arun Venugopal
"Intro"
Opb. Ellie Goulding
Arr: Elliott Von Wendt
VP: Arun Venugopal
"Writing's on the Wall"
Opb. Sam Smith
Soloist: Anthony Rodriguez
Arr: Shams Ahmed
VP: Arun Venugopal
Choreography: Ryan Hannon
Audio: Dave Longo and Angela Ugolini for The Vocal Company
Video: Jacob Tourjeman for The Vocal Company
Lighting: Emma Soucy
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[@RichardReadey]

Creeks arrangement was literally on another level

[@Jroe206535]

I know, right? Blows my mind. lol

[@haysfordays]

It's unbelievable.

[@robertfrye4300]

Was skeptical....that version of Creeks was incredible and ballsy

[@jaredsanchez5363]

Literally chills every time. I just went yesterday to see the semis in Cambridge. I forgot who did this Version as well but was nowhere near as powerful and haunting. It was life

[@LilDP]

Not gonna lie, I sweat a little.

[@Jroe206535]

I seriously feel bad for any other group that heard this for the first time at the ICCA. I would just be like "Yep, we lost." Wouldn't even be mad.

[@denzacetria]

Hi gu

[@edenrichardson2274]

That’s exactly what happened when my group went up against them. It was a proud loss.

[@jcmphreek]

Still coming back to this almost 7 years later

[@Nalaocisns]

Just to help everyone out. Creeks starts at 3:20.

[@morganrouzies6198]

Sofia S thanks lol 😂

[@SiobhanIsSoAwesome]

ANTHONY HELD THAT NOTE FOR LONGER THAN I'VE BEEN ALIVE

[@shaunchadsmit]

Hahahahahahaha!!! Yes :D

[@obrian2]

I love this lol

[@risanaomi4958]

Check out Dimash sinful passion ;)

[@user-hv9fx8wd4q]

6 years have passed, this is still my favorite acappella performance. Shock me every time when I come back to it.

[@dylanlabon9667]

I still listen to this on a regular basis. I have never seen and heard a better acapella performance from a college group. The range, musicality, texture, and energy are just off the charts.

[@Conkers1997]

i cant believe he held that note for 22 seconds, jesus christ

[@gfunk449]

5 measures, 20 beats. Great closer.

[@MNMZ01my]

My Weave. My edges. My Scalp.... ive been snatchedT bald.

[@michaelastrausbaugh7666]

the bass in creeks is insane...that arrangement never fails to get me choked up

[@MrUnclesean]

losing it here

[@willo.6131]

My a cappella group did this arrangement and I was on bass mic. It’s so cool to do

[@anoopsurej244]

8:39 That Indian touch is just celestial! 😍

[@nix954]

Anoop Surej Omg absolutely 😍😍😍😍😍😭😭😭😭

[@m.raisahsan2622]

Anoop Surej yasss my queen RUPAL slayyy all through the performance

[@larryvos4377]

They had an Indian touch in their transition to "Elastic Heart" in their 2016 set i think it was? It was also fire! Always stands out. Love em

[@lannijahi9987]

I NEED 715 - CREEKS AS A SINGLE IMMEDIATELY ❤❤❤ !!

[@DavidColgan]

Creeks = EPIC. Start at 3:22 and make sure you're sitting down.

[@Reeser97]

That arrangement of creeks is AMAZING!!!

[@peteypoo9558]

Reese Landis COULD NOT AGREE MORE

[@ElliottvonWendt]

Thank you!

[@anoopsurej244]

Elliott von Wendt will you be performing it as a single?

[@Everyone1995]

Please release a single version of it, it's absolutely beautiful

[@yuezzzhang5820]

Elliott von Wendt pllzzz can you send me your arrangement of 715-Creeks??? I need it sooo bad and can't wait to try it with my friends!!

[@johnny5684]

I've seen this probably 20 times and I still get CHILLS hearing Anthony's "Cheyenne" and his "Writing's On the Wall" solo. You all definitely deserved that ICCA championship

[@stevenoclock]

LITERALLY sAME every frugginfrakcinheckin time i listen to it i get chills

[@Alyssa-WL]

Only 20 times??? Those are rookie numbers XD

[@famousjamous2006]

God every time I come back to this arrangement I just wanna smash that like button til it’s nothing but a bloody stump on a lump of glass that was my phone.

[@peteypoo9558]

Okay. Maaaajor props to all the middle parts. I can only imagine the level of difficulty...

[@disbelltasio]

ANTHONY’S HIGH NOTES ARE HIGHER THAN MY GRADES

[@NoahDanielson]

GOD DAMN, that is a sublime arrangement of Creeks.

[@CalebMooreMusic]

So, should we all quit A Cappella? They've got us covered. This was EVERYTHING. Holy hellz

[@AlexVandenBroek]

Okay I can die happy now because I got 715-CREEKS

[@yuezzzhang5820]

Alex Van den Broek CAN'T AGREE MORE

[@gfunk449]

Everyone: Sam Smith is an amazing vocalist Anthony: sings his song even better, a half step higher

[@ninomusician]

Omg. This

[@moizrehman6645]

watching this now vs. in 2017: intro is still an unreal arrangement change my mind

[@Mr.Marsha11]

Your bass and 1st tenor are legendary everyone is so talented tho

[@lizziebrown6977]

THAT GUY AT THE END THOUGH!!!! THE WHOLE GROUP!!!! LOVEEEEEE IITTTTTT

[@danabond3156]

That arrangement of creeks is everything you could ask for: powerful, spine tingling and perfectly executed. Huge power and props that you kept the coreo simple and strong which only adds to the perfection. To hear the notes echo through the auditorium, you can tell people were on the edge of their seats. So, so, so well done.

[@kenziebailey9142]

That creeks arrangement gave me chills about 5 whole separate times and now i'm crying i want to die listening to that song.

[@intera9852]

Anthony's "Cheyenne" got me goosebumps omg... this was amazing

[@krisdestiny34]

“Intro” is one of the coolest things I have ever witnessed

[@TheWorldAccordingToV]

there are tears flowing from my eyes because of creeks, literal perfect choral arrangement and an amazing song choice

[@jackquinby6810]

After pentatonix, I thought no one could ever even get CLOSE. I only have ever gotten chills with an accapella group with pentatonix and I got chills basically through all 12 minutes. I love you guys so much you are amazing

[@gabbyolsen5421]

Jack Quinby honestly I think this group is better than Pentatonix

[@bluebaconjake405]

Gabby Olsen but this one has more than twice as much members compared to pentatonix. Probably thats why

[@morganrouzies6198]

I think pentatonix are amazing for a group of five singers. But the Nor’Easters have the avantage to be more numerous, also they manage to come up with very original and emotional arrangements!!!

[@bluebaconjake405]

@@morganrouzies6198 i gotta agree on that. Pentatonix is getting more and more mainstream (which i dont like)

[@caitlyngrant2325]

@@morganrouzies6198 their chords can be thicker which gives them the depth to be able to pull off arrangements like creeks

[@haileykathryn4635]

ANTHONY SINGING CHEYANNE GIVES ME CHILLS I COULD NEVER

[@christophergu1171]

*transfers universities

[@Tylorz1]

All so good, but damn do they shine when they pull back. CREEKS, Intro, and the ending of Writing's on the wall are just so clean. Anthony gives me chills.

[@Jroe206535]

Blows my mind. They are on a whole different level with this performance.

[@sigfrednavasquez5632]

I NEED THAT 715-CREEKS ARRANGEMENT IN MY LIFE!

[@mattd3000]

Y'all should release Creeks as a single !!! I'm in love.

[@micaelagriffin3666]

I'm still trying to figure out how Shams and Elliot fit five whole and totally fulfilling songs into one 12 minute set. I have never been this impressed in my life. This is pure magic, I swear. Amazing job, all of you.

[@nmodrow1]

I will not be okay until this hits 1 million. who's with me?

[@joogies]

I'm always trying to share this

[@timsarai]

As good as this whole routine was and as amazing as the first tenor is... creeks with that bass ... oh my god! Possibly the single best piece of vocal harmony I’ve ever heard. I can only imagine it is down to not only an incredible arrangement but a coming together of voices that just Work so perfectly together as a sound. The world needs that Creeks as a track. Don’t get me wrong Bon Iver still owns this song as Vernon has so much feeling that it even comes through the midi controlled vocals but this is different ... this is a demonstration of perfected technical vocals performed at the highest possible level. Thank you

[@BDBDCT]

Just discovered 3 weeks ago. There's too much exceptional to address without an essay, but the echo effect at 6:38, the descending chord at 7:49, the note at 8:28, and Anthony's super-note at the end with the whole group... 😳 I can't stop rewatching this performance.

[@jeremyjim3907]

I love Meghan and Sofia on the high notes, such a huge range.

[@jeremyjim3907]

And Anthony is Writings on the wall and Cheyenne wow!!!

[@jeihk3796]

Who is the singer to the left of Anthony, the girl with the black skirt? Her voice is phenomenal!!

[@randomMike59]

@@jeihk3796 That would be Meghan

[@reemabumeri529]

I can not get over the transitions between the songs they are unbelievable! Especially the transition to Writings on the Wall. Absolutely amazing!

[@ashleysimmons7876]

....so what kind of breathing exercises y’all do 😂

[@dannydoesxd]

Ashley Simmons omg my thoughts exactly !!! That stagger breathing life

[@brooklynboii]

i will never be able to get over that delirium intro...

[@ModernBabylon]

Listening to this on an endless loop. Easily the best a capella I've ever heard.

[@dragontoe13]

The is my dose of amazement since "What Now" Nor'Easters 2015 BON3R performance. Creeks is definitely a highlight of this performance. Such an amazing group, through and through, year after year.

[@eeshitachinmulgund2427]

OMG ANTHONY! How does someone sound so good????

[@danielshapiro4798]

This set and Faux Paz 2016 ICCA set are my two favorite acapella videos possibly of all time. More than just the perfection of the solos, arrangements, background, dynamics, vocal percussion, choreography, etc... the real magic for me comes from the pure emotions that everyone expresses. Especially at 8:28 when you see the two girls in front, one belting her heart out and the other with a powerful, almost angry expression, you really feel the power of the songs because you can see it plainly on their faces. That moment alone brings me nearly to tears and makes me crave and miss the adrenaline and energy of vocal performance.

[@shadnaushad]

Yesssss babies you betta

[@mattd3000]

Lord Shams, please do an arrangement of Third Eye by Florence + The Machine this year! I'd die.

[@sarawomack7395]

I remember seeing a video of 715 - CRΣΣKS from before the 2017 competition season. It looked like y'all were in a church or something? But I've been trying to find it. I was wondering if it was taken down. By the way, your arrangements are all GOLDEN.

[@joshipgirl]

If we don't get these songs on iTunes I'm gonna be real mad

[@TheMatt3087]

When anthony starts hitting those notes my whole body just starts tingling. his voice is angelic. and I think it was Sofia with that crazy high note. together are truly amazing.

[@wetnesseverdeen6750]

This is the best set I’ve ever seen

[@NateVille802]

Anthony is so incredibly talented, it blows my mind

[@Ken1Drush]

I think I actually forgot to breathe during some of this. Woah. I have freaking chills all over.

[@hawk2316heels]

just discovered this now.. creeks = full body chills.. amazing rendition of an even more amazing original.. so many things to unpack between both... comes down to both = perfection

[@Darkest_Timeline]

I really wish I hadn't discovered this. I'll be watching it 100 times a day from now on.

[@mayazoey9011]

My all-time favorite Acapella Group!

[@charlieschwartz8487]

To the girl in the front who hits the high C#6 at 8:28...... holy....... who are you and where did you learn how to disguise your wings so stealthily?

[@Jroe206535]

Charlie Schwartz I'll admit I never learned her name, but after multiple plays of this song, I refer to her as "Ding girl" and she is so freaking talented. Lol

[@Jroe206535]

Ok, her name is Sofia.

[@YouWillGetThereBuddy]

@@Jroe206535 Sofia who?

[@Alyssa-WL]

@@YouWillGetThereBuddy Sofia Berg :)

[@TheMatt3087]

Anthony's voice is absolutely mind blowing.

[@sigfrednavasquez5632]

I would pay to see and hear them LIVE! omg I CAN'T GET ENOUGH. GOOSEBUMPS ALL OVER OMG

[@meganbiles949]

anthony is one of those EPICALLY amazing singers. i'm in awe every time.

[@jackhatler3714]

megan biles his voice is nothing short of angelic and he’s completely adorable to boot! His range and phrasing are both other-worldly.

[@JVAKS321]

Amazing arrangement for 715-Creeks. Hauntingly beautiful.

[@browniiex]

Guyssss!!!! Are these human beings? I WANNA HAVE THAT GUY'S VOICE. PLEASE!?? EDIT: I'VE BEEN BLESSED! CRYING SO HARD RIGHT NOW!!

[@tess2304]

My favorite acapella set EVER

[@spiffocyte5238]

They’re just about as close to perfectly in sync as humanly possible and that Creeks arrangement is absolutely beautiful. Full of emotion and vocal subtleties. Oof. Yeah I cried.

[@rowan.27]

That performance of 715 Creeks is incredible, I got chills! I'm super picky about Bon Iver covers but y'all nailed the emotional impact of it, so well done

[@batcird]

This is the best goddamn thing I've ever seen for real!

[@mirandaphillipsmusic]

the soprano at the end holy shit

[@icabrinha1560]

10:46 fucking flawless switch, I'm forever in awe

[@apriljames6844]

I literally actually can't. Physically spiritually and emotionally stroking out right now.

[@jeejee77734]

How has this not reached in the millions ? Best performance ever would be an understatement.

[@noxxider4361]

These guys are nuts...

[@putriritakamal3722]

Creeks was so so so good, had tears in my eyes! ♥️

[@londynceaira]

CREEKS!!! OMG AMAZING chills the whole time

[@m.raisahsan2622]

I have no word for this OMFFGGGGG YOU ARE MY FAVORITE GROUP akhhh yess yess this is what we call ICCA winner yazzz RUPALLLL AND MEGHANNN you girls killed itt my lovely seniorrr akhhh 💗💗🖤🖤❤️💖💕💞💓

[@m.raisahsan2622]

Its 2018 and still cant move on with this masterpiece guyss i miss rupal and meghan since then 😢😢

[@brandongunnarson7483]

Jesus fuck, their cOUNTERTENOR Fucking goals I'm curious if he sings in that range all the time or if he sings tenor and then jumps up when needed 13/10, wish I could do that

[@saphiregirl311996]

I always rewatch this and get chills. Idk how this isn't bigger one youtube. Amazing.

[@wetnesseverdeen6750]

That tenor is insane bro

[@Chadyboy89]

I've watched this 50 times now? one of the most impressive sets I have ever seen. Amazing voice control, bass/beatbox combo, and harmonic sync. The falsetto...I mean come on.

[@gi0orVlog]

Writings on the wall performance is my ultimate favorite!!!

[@JohnKennethHuszagh]

thinking about when this absolutely shook the culture. we weren't ready for this.

[@cptnbuttcrack]

I would sell my shit to buy this on iTunes cause this arrangement is the definition of *perfection* And the bass guy is a friggin' beast!

[@itsjusthenry5411]

This 100000% the best a capella set I have ever seen

[@Snorehog]

My favorite parts: Creeks 3:23 -> Intro 7:52 -> Writings on the Wall 8:47 -> Well done!

[@reikkloa]

i love his BASS. fuckin love it!!!!

[@sigfrednavasquez5632]

about a hundred views on this are mine and I have no regrets. Will definitely add about a thousand more ❤

[@shaunchadsmit]

With you on that one!!

[@TammyNhuyen]

Yes Anthony! :)

[@haysfordays]

How do I like this a thousand times?

[@laurenvictoria3792]

Oh my EFFING god!!! I've seen an audience member's recording of this and this version and FML both are flawless!!!!

[@m.raisahsan2622]

Lauren Victoria i want to see their performance at the icca too

[@WorldisEnough16]

Got chills listening to 715-Creeks. You guys never disappoint!

[@isharajesh6371]

What even hows it possible to be this great?

[@sickbish6]

Imagine being in the audience hearing this

[@RoRoProductionFilms]

Is it possible to fall in love with a voice? Because Anthony Rodriguez you sound smooth af

[@binzianer]

Unreal

[@lorenzotomiello8559]

INTRO OMFG that was crazy

[@sillysongs19]

been listening to this for 2 years....still so good

[@sillysongs19]

And 4 years on now I still come back for the vocals and Elliot's arrangements.

[@masontaylor7200]

I clicked on this video so fast

[@belllazero]

ok but literally where do I even start.... granted I am a very over emotional person but this shit brought me to tears, actual legit tears on my face. I knew you guys were good but holy shit, I was covered in goose bumps the entire time. I've never heard anything like it, I am shook. also please come to England

[@garclarke]

Had this in loop for the past 24hrs. This is mind blowingly spectacular. Had continuous chills!