INCREDIBLE AS ALWAYS! | Mary Did You Know - Home Free | Acapella Reaction and Analysis

[@BSGNative]

I saw them in concert last Thursday. During his "drum solo", Adam hit a couple of low notes/tones that made my seat vibrate. (I was in the 3rd row.) And not to be outdone, of course, at the end of their "Ring of Fire" encore, Tim hit a low note that made the floor vibrate. LOL! This is one of my favorite Christmas song & I love Home Free's version!

[@ruthcurfman7532]

I am wondering if the last low notes were Adam's 'dragon growls' ?

[@rebelpearl]

I saw them in October, and while talking to the young lady next to me (we were both UVIP) we decided that Tim’s bass notes were kind of like a message chair - vibrations but nice (at least to us). They made us feel energized. Adam’s beatboxing on the other hand sometimes felt like watching a marching band in a parade as it goes by and you feel like your heart is beating with the big bass drums. I don’t think enough people bring up how much you physically feel Adam’s drumming during a show. Both Tim and Adam are impressive to make you feel their vocal talents.

[@pennyeaton904]

The whole arrangment is stunning, but for me, the standouts are Adam's percussion and Chance's incredible bass.

[@arnieadam]

One assumes when you hear anything breathtakingly low, it's from Tim. Chance also has some surprisingly low bass. But I streamed lived their concert at the Ryman last night and during Adam Rupp's beatboxing solo, he hit some incredibly surprising low, rumbling, sustained notes such as are featured in this song...what you called a resonate bass drop. I had my suspicions previously that it was from Adam, not Tim or Chance, and now since hearing him last night, I'm pretty sure those notes are from Adam. All in all, a wonderful Christmas gift to us from the their team.

[@lindanearing4710]

Ok, I'm not crazy then. That was what I thought when I heard this. It sounds just like the sound he makes when he drops the bass in his solo performance. Watching him in this video at that moment, I'd swear he made that booming bass note.

[@amymccullugh6270]

Adam's vocal percussion, and Chance's crushing of the bass line stood out. Chance is the most underated member of the group

[@DeerlyMusical2]

They sound like a giant cathedral-sized organ. That amazing chord sounded as if they were filling the entire universe. Huge. Beautiful. And you're right: their "average" is better than most other's "amazing."

[@terrycassis1864]

Their attention to detail in storytelling through the music is astounding. "The Great I AM" non-standard chord progression demands the listeners attention to the most pertinent question of the song - I AM being the name of God in the Judeo-christian tradition. Incredible artistry as well as musicianship.

[@tracyz9155]

Yup. I think it sounds like a brush on a hi-hat cymbal, too..I love the close harmonies and various leads. But then there are new vocal percussion sounds from Adam. My favorite part will always be the build up to and the words “I AM”. I really enjoyed watching and hearing your analysis. Thanks for your reaction.

[@ArleneAdkinsZell]

Home Free did this beautifully. This isn't a really old song, Mark Lowry wrote it in the '80s, please check out the version by Voctave and Mark Lowry, he has a passion for his song that gives it a different feel.

[@hannahananab]

I was just coming here to say this! So good job.

[@kataa.]

I think in this one what stands out the most is Adam's vocal percussion. But they are all just amazing, as always. I hope you get to My country 'tis of thee at some point 😊

[@ppresley9208]

Soooooo beautiful ... Home Free creates magic again ! Love Chance holding down the bass while Tim sings lead .

[@kellywilliams364]

This was written by Mark Lowry in 1984 and put to music in 1992. It has fast become my favorite Christmas. song. Great watching you geek out over Home Free's cover of this wonderful song

[@michaellegacy477]

Kelly if you are not aware Mark sings this song with Voctave an 11 member acapella group it is the best version I have ever heard.

[@kellywilliams364]

@@michaellegacy477 I have seen it. Love the passion Mark puts into it.

[@miamidolphinsfan]

I hope some Home Fries don't take that the wrong way....I understand exactly where you are coming from. 2021 has been an exceptional year for Home Free - they killed almost all the 20 or so covers & originals they've done. Mortius I gotta a question. Because of your skills to take apart music, do you ever have the chance to sit back and listen to one of say Home Free's songs straight through. You hae a gift, but does it ever get in your way to just enjoy the music without analizing ? I hope you don't take this the wrong way...I listen to enjoy & appreciate your disection of our boys music....I am just curious. Because I just want you to enjoy it sometimes too !!

[@charleneclaassen]

Hi Kevin. I love Mortius' style. He doesn't miss a sound and really seems to enjoy it in the moment. I bet he has music on all the time.

[@dotwyness4110]

I've often wondered the same Kevin x

[@officialmortius]

That’s a fantastic question Kevin! Since beginning my reactions, I of course don’t get the opportunity to watch videos all the way through as my FIRST listen anymore. However, I almost always share the songs I enjoy with my wife after I finish recording my reactions, meaning I get to hear them all the way through in that way. And often, I end up listening to it lots and lots of times in the weeks after! I’m pretty sure I’ve listen to voiceplay’s wicked medley on my way home from work every day since recording that reaction 😅

[@miamidolphinsfan]

@@charleneclaassen I agree Charlene I love his reviews & reactions....I just hope his mind can turn off the analysis for a few moments

[@miamidolphinsfan]

@@officialmortius excelllent brother !!! that eases my mind a little. You gotta bring in your Mrs a few more times she was really great filling in for you when you were really sick a while back. Mortius sir, during Christmas time, can you react to another acapella band, one that sings a lot of really cool English traditional stuff but therir voices are so pretty together, The King's Singers & their cover of O Little town of Bethlehem.....it's really an experience. Check them out.

[@GaiaOne]

These men sing so well. They just take my breath away.

[@charleneclaassen]

Par for the course for HF still means my jaw drops every now and then. Loved your reaction.

[@charleneclaassen]

Finally. Mortius reacting to HF again. Glad to visit with you again. I love this HF cover.

[@susansundaram6737]

Have you reacted yet to Home Free and Texas Hill doing "Go Tell It On The Mountain". You might really like the end.

[@momD612]

It's sooo good!

[@susansundaram6737]

Was hoping for a reaction to this Home Free cover from you. Nice job. Have you done "What Child Is This?" Chris Rupp rejoins them for this song performed in a cave.

[@jolene5232]

I think it is on Chris Rupp's channel and HF came to do it for/with ALL 6 of them!

[@BigBagel]

If you enjoy this song, you should listen to the original writer of the song, Mark Lowry, perform this with another a cappella group, Voctave. It is absolutely incredible. I love several versions of this song, and home free is my favorite group right now, but I've gotta admit that Voctave featuring Mark Lowry is the best version of this song I've ever heard. Absolutely stunning.

[@melissahenderson5359]

I listened to that version for the first time last night. So glad I did. Absolutely amazing!!!

[@staceysmith8173]

I have been anxiously waiting for you to do this one. Love it!!

[@miamidolphinsfan]

same here Stacey

[@staceysmith8173]

@@miamidolphinsfan whenever they do a new song I have my list of reactors that I can't wait for them to do it and I'm ok if they all don't do it on day 1 or 2 lol

[@officialmortius]

Happy to deliver 😄

[@staceysmith8173]

@@officialmortius I hope you have Voctaves "where are you christmas" on the list. If not try to make some room. It's phenomenal

[@BergenholtzChannel]

I am not a singer, and am a bit tone deaf, but since I have been watching you, I have been learning so much! It has changed my whole perception of music. I am learning how to listen. Thank you.

[@louisetemples7011]

I love everything about this! It's Perfection for me! I love how they emphasize the message of the song! It's actually my favorite version now! Being in musical choir performance for 49 years and having known and performed this since Mark Lowry and Buddy Greene wrote & released it ( The Bill Gaither Vocal Band which Mr Lowry was a member of) I've heard multitudes of versions and this one hits differently and to me is very special! It touches my heart and soul deeply! I'm glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for your reaction!

[@glennspreeman1634]

you're right on the complexities of their music, sharing the parts, leads, supports. kind of overwhelming!!

[@sharonmortimer3843]

They thing you didn't know was a hi-hat cymbal. I think that we heard Adam Rupp doing some of his throat bass, but I'm not sure. This is absolutely a phenomenal version of this song. Truly enjoyed watching your reaction to this song.

[@georgemegaw2925]

So…closed hi-hats with brushes. Actually, this tune isn’t ancient. The lyricist, Mark Lowery, performed it within the last year with Voctave. Reading the comments on that performance and/or reactions has a wealth of info. He was compiling a list of things he wanted to tell Mary for a Christmas show in poetry for his church in 1984 and the music was added by Buddy Greene in 1991 … it grew to the song. Hearing him sing the complete melody with Voctave is really interesting to see which words he emphasizes differently than it’s typically heard … .and it changes the meaning subtly.

[@andreas.23]

Their harmonies and the not-so-typical beatboxing are stunning!

[@nightthornkvala94132]

Oh my goddess! Thank you. Thank you. You are the first (only?) reactor to this video who has mentioned the *sshhh* sound that sounds something like a breeze to me. It was almost like no one else heard it. I really enjoy your reactions. Your joyful enthusiasm is so much fun. I don't know if you've done it or not, but Chris Rupp, as part of 7th Ave also did a video for Mary Did You Know. This was from 2017 and it's strange to see him with hair and no hat. I almost missed him. He also joined with Home Free the year before that for What Child is This. I don't know if this was the only time Chris and Chance sung together.

[@ChrisHaar]

I was really hoping you would react to this one. Another job well done.

[@susanbay6502]

Need to check out their version of Do You Hear What I Hear

[@officialmortius]

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[@kmwwrench]

I did not know this song at all before I heard this version. I can't imagine I will ever hear a better one. Adam's percussion is amazing. Absolutely love the reverberating bass drum. He does the same sound in Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For. Knocks me out every time.

[@loisgrohmann9091]

I also saw them this past Thursday. I was very close as well. So many great moments. Tim beatboxing. Adam's solo stuff. And yes Tim's low note at the very end. This group just continues to get better and better.

[@blairkimberlin3447]

i'm going to see them again tomorrow.october's show was a continuation of their dive bar saints tour. tomorrow's show is a continuation of their warmest winter tour so Christmas music....YEAH😍

[@tassilo5949]

Good reaction! No matter what these guys sing - it's so good! What a fantastic performance. I love Tim's voice and Adam's "drumming" top, just incredible. Home Free is what I need after a hard day - close your eyes and enjoy 😇

[@babyfry4775]

Love this!!! It gave me chills. I’m glad you noticed the low notes and Adam’s insane beatboxing. I thought it was exceptional and it’s one of my favorites. Harmonies are unmatched….amazing song! Good reaction

[@angelamason9840]

Thank you! I hope you watch Christmas favorites: Home Free: Snow Globe, Full of Cheer and Chris Rupp featuring Home Free: What Child is This. I watched my first Home Free online show last night! Listening to Do You Hear What I Hear live, left me speechless absolutely phenomenal! And I’m still stunned after hearing Adam Rupp’s solo! Mind blown!

[@bethcoussou]

Loved your reaction and review of this one by Home Free! I think it’s phenomenal! I was thinking they all shine, but Adam and Chance were in the virtual spotlight on this one! This version is outstanding and I absolutely love it!

[@michaellegacy477]

Great reaction. Check out Voctaves Mary did you know with Mark Lowry, the writer of the Lyrics,. Voctave has loads of Christmas songs all of them great. Especially like Joy to the world. Voctave is the best of all the acapella groups IMHO.

[@Cabooseq117]

Yay double upload weeks!

[@staceysmith8173]

I think you're thinking about a hi-hat using brushes

[@sarab7391]

I truly love your analysis of the arrangements for these vocal groups. It really stands out since you have experience in performing. You help me notice things I don’t always catch the first time and learn how to spot different things when I listen to new stuff in the future.

[@angelabarazzone7899]

Adam Chance held it down on the bass, he and Tim have been practicing. Let us not forget Adam’s beatboxing and the other guys.

[@karina4t]

Ty Mortius, yay my december month will be special, two Mortius reactions a week 😊

[@edithdavis2848]

Love this version, Adam surpassed his self with this one.

[@stanrock2225]

Vocal excellence. The beat box with a little scratching...wow

[@geniej9093]

I'm tickled by you crushing on the wonder of HF's stylings

[@janethoffman4197]

My favorite Christmas song! Home Free magic! Great reaction as always. Happy Holidays!

[@reginaminton1135]

Thank you for a great reaction to the guys. It is fun watching and listening to all you have to say. I love this song and have binged on it for a while now. Thanks again. You are appreciated.

[@GryphonDes]

You and your reactions are always just so priceless. Thank you as always for being a delight and brightening my day

[@primalmojo9599]

It's a hi-hat and brush that you're struggling to think of, I think.

[@gerdbucher543]

i like the bassflowing rhythm of adam chance...great!!!!

[@peggygross7409]

Love your breakdown. I like the cascading echoes.

[@wbish3]

Hey, so not only did HF drop a new video today so did Tim Foust. The first video off his new solo album is Come Go With Me and I'd love to see your reaction to it.

[@abbynormal4740]

@Mortius Your point about this being "average" for Home Free is well taken. IMO, this song speaks powerfully enough for itself without all the "extra" vocal bells & whistles that Home Free can and often brings, but wisely chose not to this time.

[@olabergvall3154]

Good times Mortius! Have you heard Pentatonix' version of this song? It's really beautiful

[@marylee7467]

I love PTX version on this and I love HF just as much. They can not be compared because they are very different, especially the end.

[@SBQDawn]

Mark Lowry wrote it for a Church Play in 1984 (I graduated High School that year)

[@lindanearing4710]

You really need to watch Adam Rupp's drum solo videos. The one from 2015 is jaw dropping and he's gotten better since then. It will give you a whole new perspective on exactly what he does.

[@jayZ1981]

That's Chance doing those bass drops. When you hear them watch tim. He is singing high harmony.

[@marlahudgins7038]

This is my favorite version

[@danamurphy8442]

Speaking of Geoff Castellucci have you heard his version of God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen? If you you haven’t then you need to do a reaction on it because Oh My God this song really shows of his lower register, so please do a reaction to it.

[@Rosiepooh75]

I believe you mean using brushes on hi-hats rem the drumming, but no drummer myself

[@sandyblack2687]

Love your HF reactions!!❤️

[@gregplowman4132]

The cymbal sound in drumming is called a high hat

[@musicalmark]

The first recording of this song is probably by Michael English in 1991: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aaDMqGqeiJmjsMk Although there might be some sort of demo tape in the Gaither Vocal Band archives or at whatever church Mark Lowry was attending when he first wrote it in 1984 That said, my favorite version is probably by either Voctave: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q5K1oZiDiZanoLM or Pentatonix: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qqO6kJ96bth1qpI

[@debbienorris7307]

Great reaction!! Love this!!

[@beersteinsteve4690]

Since Chance joined the group anytime Tim is taking the lead Chance will take the bass live and in concert. Back when Chris was with the group Tim would do both in recordings however in concert Chris took would do the bass lines when Tim is in lead. So in this case all Chance with a good bass

[@jt-ce7vo]

I don't know if you are a country song fan, but i know you love Home Free and last night i discovered "Hillbilly Bone" a Blake Shelton song by Home Free. If you just want to see the guys on a farm and having a blast, check it out. It's a older song of theirs and Tim is foot loose and fancy free!!

[@momD612]

If you haven't already, o holy night is incredible! As well as white Christmas, beautiful star of Bethlehem, & go tell it on the mountain. & if you want another giggle from Home Free, grandma got run over by a reindeer, full of cheer, and cold hard cash are awesome. 😉🥰

[@ruthnellis4466]

Tim Foust has a new solo video out, Come Go With Me. It's pretty good!

[@susanbradley5685]

Voctave. With the original writer, Mark Lowry. Magic!!

[@MyLorissa]

How about Home Free doing-"Tennessee Christmas" w/Rachel Wammack, "Christmas in Dixie " w/Alabama & "Children Go Where I Send Thee" w/Kenny Rogers? Thanks!

[@barbrakowsky1867]

I really hope you do their cover of Oh Holy Night. The best version I have ever heard

[@stillprocrastinating4308]

hey, i recommend voctaves' mary did you know. it features mark lowrey (spelling?) who wrote it! (aka, not megga old) enjoy ;)

[@carinalindberg7377]

May I recommend to just sit in silence and stillness with your headphones on and just let this song and these harmonies to flow through you to truly get the greatness of this? Because I thought I knew it, saw it, felt it, but I truly didn't until I did just that, and it changed me. It's all about the pauses and the emphasis with this one. Wonderful reaction, Mortius. 🥰🙏 Thank you! 🥰🙏

[@SBQDawn]

Brushes -(whisk) Adam is a Genius

[@Tribblepuppy]

Personally I think that Rob should have taken dad on this, with Tim taking the second verse. Just my personal opinion. This is still a great entry for HF, and I can't wait to hear their next video. Merry Christmas all 🎄🎁

[@brettsteele7386]

Mark Lowery wrote this song in 1984.

[@46wireboy]

Now, go listen to it again, in stereo. Not the video, just the song.

[@minneyruth]

❤❤❤

[@alaskacpu]

Awesome 😎

[@boba.7108]

While Home Free is 1 of my favorite acapella groups, and I like this version. I would suggest you react to Mary did you Know, performed by Mark Lowry [who co-wrote the song] with 11-member Voctave - THE Greatest Acapella Group on the Planet kzbin.info/www/bejne/q5K1oZiDiZanoLM

[@greybenauer9803]

You should totally go react or just listen to Tim Foust’s new solo song. Much love as always

[@williamcapp448]

I came upon a different version of a Home Free cover of this same song, but I do not recognize the lead vocalist. The beatboxing is different and the vibe is more Motown. Does anyone know where this version came from.

[@alysaere]

How about some Geoff Castalucci Mele Kalikimaka?

[@greybenauer9803]

❤️🥰🎤🎼😊😘😍☺️

[@teresacartwright5406]

I'm curious (and Canadian) - why do you find Tim's southern (Texas) accent charming but dislike Austin's (Georgia) accent?

[@MelodyStark]

In contrast, you should listen to Pentatonix cover of this song.

[@greybenauer9803]

❤️ also my last name is miss spelled oops 😬 Grey Benauer. You forgot the E lol. But it’s all good much love.

[@officialmortius]

Oh no! My first ever video where I get to thank my patrons, and I already mess it up 😆 Thanks for being understanding, I’ll make sure to get it right for Saturday’s video :)

[@greybenauer9803]

@@officialmortius it’s oki I completely understand. My name is not a common one so it makes sense to mess it up.

[@agentcorba]

Chance on BASS and Adam with new sounds. Not to mention harmonies😍!! My god this is so amazing!

[@brendafrazier811]

Normally I love your reactions even with your pauses, but sorry this was a little too extreme for me. (Pauses every few seconds!). It was every few seconds and I just couldn’t do it . No worries, I’ll be back for the next one.

[@nikelodeon6852]

What will definitely make drummers mad is u saying drum players lmao..

[@officialmortius]

😂 My bad

[@stanleytanzini7044]

way to much stop and go , absolutely killed the song ...

[@belindahawkins2659]

Actually, if you want uninterrupted music, reaction videos may not be the thing for you. I find the commentary educates me and helps me enjoy the music with greater understanding. Then I can go back and listen to the music without the commentary later.