VOICEPLAY Queen in 5 Minutes | Vocal Coach Reaction (& Analysis) | Jennifer Glatzhofer

[@rhov-anion]

Freddie Mercury loved mythology, and VoicePlay really plays into the different death gods perfectly. J. None as the Egyptian Anubis judges Earl worthy of an afterlife (the heart must be as light as a feather). Eli as Yama Nirvana carries a mace to capture souls. Layne's "Guardian" represents Cerberus, guard dog of Hades (thus the fur coat). But it is Geoff who really intrigues me. "Baron" is from Haitian Vodou, Baron Samedi, the lwa (deity) of death and resurrection. He has the power to bring Earl back to life, which is why the others keep shooting him glares and Yama Nirvana (Eli) seems to get into a fight with him. They are there to capture a new soul, but the Baron is there to possibly bring that soul back to life. "I paid my dues" is a fun hint, as you can pay the Baron off. Geoff uses his cane to block the others from striking Earl in "Under Pressure" with their weapons (the sword and mace) which would completely sever Earl from life. As Earl realizes just how much he wants to live, he faces the other gods and defeats them one by one. The first who must go is Cerberus if he is to escape this afterlife, then Yama and Anubis. However, the one who can bring him back is the Baron. Geoff stands his ground but doesn't look posed to fight. He starts to turn away when he goes POOF! As I said, in Vodou, the Baron can be bought if you "pay your dues." Notice that Earl's husband gives him a silver medallion at the beginning, which he wears all through the song, but the medallion is missing at the very end. It's the price for the Baron to bring him back. As someone who studied mythology, legends, and religions in college, this absolutely tickled me! All of this was inspired by Earl's very real medical emergency. Freddie Mercury would approve. "Just never make it boring."

[@MuriKakari]

Thank you so much! This analysis is absolutely fascinating.

[@sarawlindgreen3115]

Thank you so much for the insights into the mythology ❤️ It's extremely fascinating!

[@Gfletch09]

Well this was incredible, tyvm :D

[@kyokonightstorm5844]

Love the insights! I know of Anubis and Cerberus, but the other two were new to me. And yeah, love the interactions between the death deities/figures. Edit: Oh! I just saw that during Geoff's solo, he looks at the medallion! Certainly a potential nod to "Oh, you have the toll..." It's just before the cane slam.

[@ingiford175]

One of the best/full explanations i have seen.

[@cybergeek11235]

"...just never make me boring," said Freddy. "Mission accomplished!" said VP

[@ronsbrat525]

I saw a cockatoo singing one of Queens songs while sitting on the arm of a life size model of Freddy 😄

[@ToddKeyser]

​@@ronsbrat525 How did you fit on the arm of a life size model of Freddy?! 🤣

[@ronsbrat525]

It was a video of a cockatoo singing a Queen song. Sorry I didn't elaborate 😂. The video title I think is..... cockatoo singing Queen. But don't quote me 😉

[@johndeeregreen4592]

If you listen closely on the ending part ("The Show Must Go On"), Geoff is doing the non-lyrical bassline, while J.None is doing the lyrical bassline in the harmony.

[@AndieO]

This still remains one of my all time favourites by them. A great variety of songs, storyline and vocal talent. Great reaction Jen❤

[@ronsbrat525]

This was filmed not long after Earl had a health scare. His appendix ruptured. That's where the idea came from. This also is the 4th video of their kidnap story. But is awesome by itself too. Trapped. Panic In 4 Minutes Parts 1 & 2. Queen In 5 Minutes.

[@cybergeek11235]

And that's his actual husband with the non-vocal role! :)

[@nydougtx]

This is the first comment I’ve seen that ties all the videos together. And it makes perfect sense.

[@ronsbrat525]

​@@cybergeek11235 Yep.

[@ronsbrat525]

​@@nydougtx Alot of people don't think Queen is part of the story because of the timeframe of filming. However. They forget that Panic was filmed before Trapped and yet Trapped is the beginning of the story. And I heard it directly from from Geoff about a year ago or so In a Patreon chat. They were talking about kidnap videos and he named those 4 together. He even joked that Cesar was the only one that hasn't been kidnapped and so they need to do a kidnap video for Cesar. Of they haven't yet but I hope they do sometime soon.

[@JvWet]

Your facial reaction to Geoff's going up is priceless. Thanks again for an awesome reaction (as usual)!

[@Wildecat10]

Layne and Eli pulled bits from Queen’s catalog of music specifically to tell a story. This was just after Earl had a health scare while they were on tour. Aside from Eli mentioning Freddy Mercury’s interest in mythology, the rest of this comment is based on the video and my own research as an amateur student of mythology: Anubis (Egyptian) (J None), Cerberus (Greek) (Layne) and Yama Nirvana (East Asian and Buddhist) (Eli) are all guardians that convey souls to the underworld. There is visible tension in the video between them and Geoff’s character, Baron Samedi (Haitian Voudou). Baron is the master of the dead AND the giver of life. A person will not die if Baron refuses to dig their grave. So while the others want to get on with it, it’s the Baron’s decision. It’s only right that he is the last one to face Earl before Earl’s return to his life.

[@markieman64]

This explanation is very useful

[@MiladyMacabre]

One quick correction: Layne's character is named Guardian and he (along with the tradition-based angelic symbols on his face) represents Angels, most specifically the Archangel Michael, who holds a flaming sword. Anubis weighs the heart of the deceased against a feather. If the heart is pure, the feather will be heavier and the deceased is welcomed into the Egyptian afterlife.

[@Wildecat10]

@@MiladyMacabre Unfortunately, that explanation for Layne doesn’t quite work. The fur coat he is wearing is symbolic of Cerberus, also known as the hound of hell. He was a guardian of the gates of hell, who allowed souls in but not out. (Although I would usually prefer to think of Layne as an angel, he generally presents as more of an imp!)

[@Jennifer_J_C]

I love the story telling in this, incredible ingenuity and vocal skills by Voiceplay 😊

[@gauntlet4791]

“Tell us what happened Eli!” 😂😂😂😂

[@deanmarion5477]

All greatest Queen song in this. You definitely will have a field day in this.

[@rmdewberry2482]

Yas! Great analysis! Also, me realizing Tennessee Whiskey might be in the running for this week:

[@hollyryalsgrubb1273]

The arrangement for this must have been so challenging. I think they hit all of everyone's favorites and managed to weave a story while keeping it vocally fantastic. Enjoyed hearing your analysis.

[@elvwood]

In a crowded field, this is my favourite Earl-focused song. Well worth nearly half an hour to analyse!

[@alexwalker8440]

Jen: I'm having a blast! Me: All the time with VoicePlay! I really love your analysis, and your face expressions say it all! 💯💯

[@Canucklehead557]

Happy birthday Freddie. Always loved, never forgotten.

[@TXDancingBuffalo]

This is a medley of one of my favourite bands of all time. While I love Geoff's bass notes, I really love how beautiful his tone is as a baritone. And Layne was dropping a serious beat. Rock god Eli's grit is beautifully done and J-None holding the lyrical bass with Geoff's bass line during the last segment of The Show Must Go On is amazeballs. This is NOT to discount Earl's high notes which I think Freddy would appreciate.

[@saracrookes674]

This is one of my favourite voiceplay medleys I love the story telling, Another great reaction Jen as always ❤

[@AudioVile]

Old piece, but new to the Jennifer Reactions stage. I have never been a huge fan of Earl's voice... but he absolutely SLAYS it in this number! This is one of the more 'fun' VP songs... their unique paintbrush(es) on classic Queen. I doubt Freddie would have used some of those dissonant harmonies... but I think he looks down and smiles!! Fantastic. Great reaction!!

[@veronicathunander4579]

I love their story telling! Thank you for this, Jen! I’m looking forward to hearing what you’ve got for us tomorrow!

[@gerhardmoehler3948]

Voiceplay&Queen...what a Mashup...AND ☝️Jenn on Top to learn...couldn't get any better

[@katthor7311]

Another great one for VP week. I can't wait to see what your Patrons picked! 😁

[@davecampbell3455]

Hello Jennifer. Oh, that's right, you said we can call you Jen. My name's Dave but you can call me Dave. Since you don't seem to mind what name we use for you I have decided to call you Fred. So, Fred, you are such a joy to watch and listen to. Keep it up! Blessings!

[@sarawlindgreen3115]

Thank you, Jen, for this reaction and analysis - and the facial expressions 😃 I've always loved the story telling in this medley, but watching your analysis made me notice a lot more details ❤

[@JenniferGlatzhofer]

Thank you!

[@deanmarion5477]

@@JenniferGlatzhofer: high notes in this by Geoff is is Eb5 like in Peaches his high notes is A#5.

[@kennethbryson7751]

I’ve always thought this was one of their best earlier arrangements. Earl - jet. See what I did there.😂 great story line. Dreams from a coma! Wow. Even slipped in several great mesh ups. Glad you got to this one Jenn and great job. You helped me again! Low bass Kenneth

[@kennethbryson7751]

Earl - ier. Auto correct

[@JenniferGlatzhofer]

😁

[@christinestromberg4057]

I think others have already given most of the facts so I'll just say I loved this from the first hearing. I did know a fair bit about religions and old gods, have been a scholar in those subjects for many years. They made a wonderful story using Queen snippets.... brilliant work.

[@johnpittsii7524]

Hi Jennifer hope you are having an great and awesome day ❤

[@karinwolf9639]

Astounding you haven't reacted to this one yet... one of their many masterpieces... 🎉😊❤

[@ilonadever8249]

Always love your reactions, Jen! Voiceplay is so amazingly talented, past, present, and future as well. Can't wait for the rest of Voiceplay week!!!

[@JenniferGlatzhofer]

Yay!😁

[@deanmarion5477]

@@JenniferGlatzhofer: spoken like is so interesting to learn about different pitches.

[@martymiller9802]

Oooh, this is another good one that gets too little attention. I hope we get to see/hear your analysis of “Warrior” someday … or maybe I missed it :)

[@deanmarion5477]

Think’n about You originally by Frank Ocean, Voiceplay cover that, Panic at the Disco medley, Shreo Return, Bills Eilish medley, True Colors. Any more past Voiceplay song for Jennifer Glazhofer to reaction.

[@Filiz_E]

Great analysis, thanks Jen!

[@kimsmeltzer6083]

this is one of my all-time acapella favorites. it makes me cry every time, no matter how many times I've seen it.

[@Jennifer_J_C]

Love your reaction and insights to this Jen, thank you 😊

[@davidh.4649]

Jennifer! Wow, this one took us to a lot of places in a rather strange way (even that touch of Grey's Anatomy right? 😁) I'm not much for mythology (should have paid more attention in 9th grade English class, sorry Ms. Nance!) but some interesting characters there. And Geoff! With that E flat 5 ... dare I say a cheeky E flat 5!😲 Quite a ride in this one. Definitely Queen but with a story line as is apparent from several other commenters. These guys always do a great job with the music *and* the showmanship. Awesome reaction and analysis as always Jen. 😊

[@JenniferGlatzhofer]

Hahah definitely cheeky!😂 thank you

[@Melisendre]

Still one of my favorite voiceplay covers.

[@Drake844221]

I love this video, just... full stop. For me, this one is one of their finest works, and I adore the story that they work into it... the whole near-death experience of it all. It holds an even more special place for me, because of Earl's departure from the group... this is one that really drives home just what it was that he brought to the group.

[@jennrodriguezdaluz]

i've never been big on queen (i put off listening to this one for a long while because i was only meh on the original music), but i loved this medley from just how creative it is with the story telling and arrangement. looking forward to more voice play!

[@steby123]

Nailed it; the most identifiable Queen songs mashed with great accuracy as we would expect from VoicePlay !!!

[@abeldiaz3877]

I'm surprised that I still get surprised by their exceptional arrangements and voice prowess.

[@chih-chaoyang5290]

Love it!! Great reaction and analysis! I only knew a few Queen's songs before so I was not getting how complicated this medley was. But through many reactors I started to appreciate more about this wonderful arrangement. On top of that they also added the story line that makes this one so interesting!!

[@BeatrizPOMPONLEVAINVILLE]

😊 You were so immersed in the video you couldn't have your drink (twice). It was funny but also nice to see it.

[@purpleir]

One of my favourite medley they have ever done

[@ericturner7824]

Great reaction and analysis, as always Jen.....glad you caught the 'Radio Ga Ga' bit, i missed it a few times.....Geoff's 'rock shout' was seen in Oogie Boogie, as well as when he was Ursala......>^^

[@MuriKakari]

As theatrical as all their productions are, this is definitely their One Act - original story to go with this music, a lot of thought clearly put into characters.

[@dgkesquire]

And one more delicious bon mot at the end: as Earl is coming out of the coma, the group is going through the opening of "Don't Stop Me Now"!

[@stephenrh1680]

Hey Jennifer I know you are on a voiceplay gig for a week but did you know that homefree released a Song 2 months ago for a video game it's called skull and bones I definitely would recommend you check it out I heard it like 5 times and it still gives me the chills

[@cybergeek11235]

Hey Jen - in the part at about 21:20, would singing the other two notes I hear from Earl help with the transition between folds? I hear 5 from the song but only 3 from you - though maybe I'm wrong about who's singing what :)

[@leganeskus]

Sigues guapisima m encanta k analices a estos chicos m pone mucho el de la camilla lo malo esk no entiendo el ingles pero disfruto tus videos😊

[@nedawilmhoff3599]

Here’s my thought for you Jen. J turns his head to the side when he’s hitting the high notes. Eli does it sometimes also.

[@Iansco1]

Geoff and Tim can go from 0s to 5s. YES! I agree. Eli could kill the Judas part.

[@bjspeck4337]

Have you done Boy Bands in 5 Minutes? Or Friends on the Other Side?

[@JenniferGlatzhofer]

Both on my channel 😄

[@chih-chaoyang5290]

Yes she did those before.

[@ZMoney514]

Please do VP’s Billie Eilish mashup!

[@virgiliosilva5549]

React to Ren - Hi Ren

[@Jennymit21]

Your faaaace hahah

[@Iansco1]

What is this? They are all culture's aspects of death. Baron is the only one not fully named. Geoff is Bawan Samdai. Death Loa in Voodoo.

[@MrMrp1962]

Eli would be a fantastic Simon in JCSS

[@rondythurlow7200]

😇😇❤❤

[@eirintowne]

I am glad I got to know VoicePlay after Earl's departure, they sound so much juicier without the laser voice. He is super skilled, and his voice deserves to shine and make those around him shine, too, but this voice combination doesn't work for me as it seems to enhance the dry and sharp qualities in the voices of Eli and Jay, leaving the entire bottom of the spectrum to just Geoff. More bass and middle, and less treble, that's the VoicePlay that never fails to make me melt!

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[@deniz2367]

Elon Musk ?

[@0hkie]

I’ve said it time and time again. And so have many other people on this channel. You really need to split your reaction and your analysis. It’s infuriating watching you stop mid beat and completely breaking the flow of the song, you also then completely miss out. You should listen to the entire song without pausing so we get the full reaction, and then play the song again after, This time breaking it down and analysing the song. It would be a MASSIVE improvement to the video.

[@toddsmith5253]

Not hitting the high notes any where near Freedy

[@Canucklehead557]

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