Vocal Coach REACTS - Yannis Papadopoulos 'Ghost Love Score' (Nightwish Cover)

Well this is interesting. This voice moves into Dimash territory with metal growls and vocal grit. Yannis Papadopoulos - vocal style ranges from female-like falsetto to metalcore screams and from powerful belts to pop-ish melismas. Most famous for his piercing high notes in his current band, but also possesses a warm tone to his lower range, which is not utilized well enough, especially in his current band.
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Vocal Coach REACTS - Yannis Papadopoulos 'Ghost Love Score' (Nightwish Cover) has been created in the hope that you may learn how to harness your own vocal capabilities and be able to make smart, informed choices on stage that enhance your performance.
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[@staropramen478]

One does not simply skip the intro of Ghost Love Score...

[@corneliusantonius3108]

Best....Comment...So Far !!!

[@andreisabogal6953]

Nightwish army hast left the chat

[@yayaokok3561]

2:36 singing starts

[@jjacks50]

That is correct sir. One does not skip the intro.

[@dom20202]

Damn straight.

[@loot5532]

"I'm expecting sort of like a heavy metal growl here" "I see you're new to Yannis. This'll be good"

[@C_R_O_M________]

Hahaha

[@JOEySvK]

+1 for Beast in Black - Blind and Frozen, Yannis is an amazing singer

[@Grap3_S0da]

Yes yes yes

[@katyasteinke7021]

Oh yes, my favorite song !

[@darquemode1165]

His power metal screams are truly insanely impressive!

[@VXGaming]

Berserker and Zodd The Immortal are good too.

[@unclefilthy848]

I'll +2 this

[@etforde]

The crazy part is that he really is THAT good live. Saw him performing live at a festival in full black cape outfit in scorching heat in the middle of the day, and he was completely on point through the entire show.

[@piia253]

Yep, he is ❤

[@richardbeaune9158]

Same here. Was that at Heavy Montreal, by any chance? That's where I saw them and he was truly amazing.

[@Spiffelight]

Yup yup! Saw him at "Fryshuset" in Stockholm, on point the entire gig!

[@FlaskFlash]

I saw him live in Leyendas del Rock (Spain) for the first time. I has no idea about Beast in Black, but since my plan was to attend 99.9% of the concerts, the day before I did a marathon through Spotify in order to gain some knowledge about the groups I knew nothing about. Initially they were going to play in the small scenario, but since the group that was assigned to the big one couldn't attend Leyendas, Yannis and his crew were moved to the grand scenario. It was one of the best lives we had in all four days, top 3 no doubt. Numerous times were they ovationed between songs, and I can say for a fact that Yannis voice sounds even better in live. Its outstanding how clean his voice is, and the sheer power it.

[@asmrtriggers6841]

YEESSS!!!!!🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@Simon_Sez86]

Tarja: No one can sing GLS like I did Floor: Hold my Xena outfit Yannis: Hold my balls

[@MrVlad2222]

ajajaja

[@dennisjensen3418]

Omfg, that comment made my day xD xD xD

[@ismeahlim]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/iH3QiGqiis6Ij9U&ab_channel=GALACTICRIMINAL

[@drtracernum20]

Yannisgasm

[@lubyricabt9639]

@John Jonson i will join you

[@local_hotpotato]

Its the reverse of my high school days "Dude guess what" "what?" "Arch enemys vocalist is female" "Duuuuude noo way"

[@toxikavenger9088]

Back in my day a man sung on Black Earth

[@antalbojtos4413]

"I'm expecting sort of like a heavy metal growl" Well, your suprise when he burst out his countertenor singing was appropriate for this.

[@Crazael]

I always love watching people's first reactions to Yannis's singing voice.

[@vuoR1s]

If you like Yannis, check out Beast in Black - Blind And Frozen

[@stormbridge]

oh yes, i would to see his face when Yannis starts singing there.

[@tazzman62]

Hell yes!

[@henriklindberg1646]

beast in black got so many better songs with him tho

[@karabinerstudios]

Or just listen to all of Beast in Black’s songs

[@metalmike3780]

i feel this should be heard before they hear this cover

[@PinguWithAnAxe]

Yannis reaction progression: 🤨->😮->😀->🤩

[@ro--M]

I had the same reaction progression to your username. 😁

[@dejavuinfinitum6261]

I hadn't heard this cover- BRB, searching for the eyebrows that flew off my face.

[@martinbenko2728]

"I'm expecting sort of like a heavy metal growl here" Yannis: That's where you wrong, kiddo

[@SnibediSnabs]

You definitely will not be disappointed by hearing Yannis with his band, Beast In Black. I'm not even gonna bother with recommending a particular song since their entire discography is amazing.

[@antalbojtos4413]

And after one silent year, vocal coaches began reacting to this song. Who will be the next, I wonder. And the next. And the next. I sincerely hope you unleashed an avalanche for this amazing singer.

[@claudiomet]

Beast in Black ...what a band !!! The 80's metal style is awesome!

[@bramthebass2074]

Yannis and Beast in Black used to open for Nightwish in 2017. thats the first time I saw them and i was sold instantly. Such an amazing performance and what a stage pressence.

[@MikkoRantalainen]

I guess Nightwish wanted to have backup singer in case Floor got sick...

[@mags_m]

I saw Yannis and Nightwish in 2022

[@danielemargaroli5882]

oh yeah!!! Yannis voice is incredible. You have to listen Beast in black - Blind and Frozen

[@unclefilthy848]

Ghost In The Rain is a pretty good representation of Yannis' vocal range

[@TheOAFKing]

oh yeah that song needs way more attention.

[@adinadamian5634]

Really beautiful song, it's on my playlist for a long time now.

[@jarkkokyntaja4073]

My first introduction to Yannis was jaw to the floor stuff. He is one versatile singer, which is quite an understatement. Just plain amazing singer.

[@npinjest7779]

Impressive how Yannis takes cues both from the original and the latter live Wacken versions, as he is inviting comparison to both Floor and Tarja, No guts, no glory, I guess... Pulls it off, too!!! It has the feel of Tarja's GLS, the grit and the added end runs from Floor's... and works great!

[@atomknight8361]

Yannis' band "Beast in Black" has opened for nightwish before. The instrumental hes singing to is a slightly modified version of the original Tuomas of nightwish made for this cover

[@tihomirtomov]

In fact, no. The instrumental is the original studio version. There is an instrumental bonus disc of the whole Once album. Since Wacken 2013, I think everyone forgot how the studio versions sounds, lol.

[@asicdathens]

@@tihomirtomov It is also on the B side of the single with Tarjas version (Its on Spotify)

[@arturiuspendragon6849]

Yannis' cover of Nightwish's Sahara is amazing too, in my opinion much better than the original. Definitely worth checking out and reacting to.

[@VaggelisPapadopoulos]

I saw him live in my hometown Lamia Greece manny years ago with his previous band Wardrum and yes in live situation he is the same as in studio recordings!!Yannis is one of the best asset Greece has to offer!!Amazing vocalist and very humble person!!Great video Ken!!Kudos!\m/

[@antimatterexplodes4014]

What have I just witnessed? Time to subscribe to Yannis!

[@yeeg7729]

Definitely and more likely it’s time to subscribe to ken!

[@kuroinamida4630]

Time to check out Beast in Black, Yannis' Band where he also uses his high vocals quite often, they have 2 Albums out so far and both are fantastic ;D

[@Scootm]

Poets of The Fall also has a very solid male vocalist, a good place to start would be pretty much anything from their Alexander Theatre Sessions, but I would personally suggest Carnival of Rust from that series.

[@prophet2187]

I second this! The Sessions are absolutely fantastic, but Carnival of Rust is the song I always use to introduce people to PoTF

[@Angelos42]

PotF is way underrated, they deserve more attention than they get.

[@Scootm]

@@Angelos42 For sure, I suggested them to a few people, but to my knowledge only Beth Roars ever actually looked at em

[@davguev]

@@Scootm Big Brain Singer also reacted to them.

[@Dulkh4n]

Yes plz do poets!!!

[@as-yu4vk]

Ok wow, I actually had tears in my eyes! Only Floor did that so far... That song is awesome and obviously there are at least 2 or 3 vocalists who can sing it their own amazing way!

[@daltontaylor8465]

Need more beast in black reactions

[@Warlock_UK]

Holy crap, was that falsetto or head voice? That was amazing. I wanna hear this guy do King Diamond.

[@docknives3792]

Full head voice, nasallity, and sometimes mix

[@chrisklecker]

My favorite pun for Yannis Interviewer: So what is your range? Yannis: Yes!

[@button4631]

Your reaction to his voice was mine as well. I was not expecting a floor rival

[@mrsimonamon]

Yannis is the Vocalist for Beast in Black, who are absolutely amazing. You should definitely check out Beast in Black - Blind & Frozen.

[@flavio_spqr]

I believe Floor would approve, but I don't think she'd be worried. By the way, how about some Nightwish? It's been a while...

[@murder13love]

As far as im aware they have toured together ;)

[@maritapia7558]

Otra vez nightwish cortenla xD aunque sería un lujo que se largara y dejara a Yannis

[@VXGaming]

YANNIS finally getting some love.

[@R3tr0humppa]

You know it's REALLY good, when a vocal coach gives scene applause..!

[@epicmage82]

That's insane 😳. Just found Beast in Black, and I'm all in! Totally love this band.crazy talented singer.

[@dimitrasotirakoglou2553]

Excellent cover Thank you Ken

[@corneliusantonius3108]

It's the official Intstrumental music I think. Yannnis is respectfull to Nightwish because his band Beast in Black was the opener for Nightwish on their last tour.

[@darquemode1165]

I was first exposed to Yannis with Beast in Black _Blind and Frozen_ and was shocked as well... Thought it was the blonde in the video singing at first. First time I heard this it was still surprising.. and damn impressive! Still damn impressive honestly! Regardless, he may have the best sounding name in the music industry.. Yannis Papadopoulos. Just so fun to say!

[@sergenicyer6173]

"Floor Jansen, are you worried?" hahah best reaction ever!

[@frenkwd1]

Floor is much better.

[@Joyboyisme]

@Jim Keys Youre an idiot if you think that. yannis version is way better than floors, and I adore floor's version.

[@anthrazite]

I hate when people act like there's some sort of "competition" when there are 2 good singers

[@Nevicica]

Thanks for this cool video! I've seen Beast in Black in Montreal few years ago and Yannis is an incredible showman, his voice in live is gold!

[@switchboardrevelry4275]

Yannis' cover of Sahara by Nightwish is the best version. Better than any of the Nightwish singers.

[@pietkeizer5216]

nope

[@thenecrosanct4906]

YES! Thank you for responding to this one. Like some others here in the comment section said, this vocal cover doesn't get enough attention in KZbin land. Truly amazing voice. I loved hearing your expectation and then your reaction when you heard his actual voice. And as always, nice to hear your professional take on it. If you would consider another request, I would offer up King Diamond's "Sleepless Nights" live at the Fillmore. Another exceptional and unique voice. If you do, just say it's a recommendation from Don. Sounds much less grim than Necrosanct. ;)

[@callnight]

Yannis is simply natural phenomena

[@BurstDragon]

You absolutely need to listen to Noora Louhimo from Battle Beast. She is an amazing singer with a real grungy and raspy voice with powerful support (meant in the best sense possible!)

[@Eulaalia10]

Yes, please! She WILL surprise you with her perfect heavy metal voice. Please begin with their Black Ninja which is a perfect introduction to her even though they do have better songs for later to listen to.

[@tammymoyer7518]

I second this. The energy she brings to the stage live is also incredible. I've seen them 3 times now. Twice opening for Kamelot and once opening for Sonata Arctica. TBH, I went to see Battle Beast, not Sonata. I love both bands, but live it's no contest who puts on a better show.

[@patprice6083]

Well worth the wait .Absolutely gorgeous always he does great he sings. He never lets us down.

[@carlsimna6584]

His band (Beast in Black)is on tour with Nightwish now!! Just saw them last night. High. Energy. Show.

[@purpleir]

Πες τα ρε Γιαννη! 👏👏👏👏👏👏 Well he is awesome! I can't even imagine singing as high. And I am a girl 😛

[@piia253]

He's really feeling the song. He's amazing. I've seen him live with his band and his voice is actually that good...

[@titiana181]

Wow I was not expecting that either... my first time hearing this, his vocal dexterity is incredible...I just found both you (I have subscribed) and Yannis ( subscribed to his channel also) may I recommend Pentatonix singing Sound of Silence...as I discovered you reacting to Disturbed's cover...you may be pleasantly surprised again.

[@mrmikef10]

Man, I saw Beast in Black opening for Nightwish in 2018! Not having heard any of their material I legit thought Floor was making a cameo hahaha!

[@minimaltrace]

First rule of Nightwish; never skip any Nightwish =)

[@Scorpioangel71]

Beast in Black has opened for Nightwish. I would love for Floor and Yannis rock this as a duet!

[@karmaenddharma1311]

Amazing yianni 🔥🔥🔥❤️🇬🇷

[@AmneziaAztec]

gratest cover ever!

[@mraijmann59]

FLOOOOOOOOOOR

[@midnightcaretakers7954]

So you mentioned head voice vs falsetto. I am floored at the skill of Yannis here, he's just so skilled with his voice. Someone you haven't reacted to that I can see is Marko Saaresto from Poets of the Fall. He has what some people refer to as a falsetto chest voice(I don't know enough about singing to know if that's a real thing or not) but he has some of the greatest vocals of singers alive today. Their Alexander Theatre Sessions videos really highlight his voice with very normal instruments and not much production. Poets of the Fall - Lift (Alexander Theatre Sessions / Episode 8) is what I would suggest but they have a huge catalog of work to pick from but there are quite a few well done live performances (where you can clearly tell they are live) and he sounds almost identical to the studio versions of the songs.

[@j.f.fisher5318]

Given the long history of women covering songs originally sung by men, it is great to see a guy returning the favor. :) His cover of Let It Go from Frozen is fire too. :D Also his working as lead singer of the powermetal band Beast in Black of course, such as Blind And Frozen.

[@murder13love]

My favourite vocalist of all time 👌

[@rynnziolkowski4642]

There needs to be a yannis floor duet version of gls

[@dio.3996]

When I saw him with Nightwish. He was extremly good. I was shocked. 👍👍👍

[@anderswallin3883]

When you said that you were expecting him to open up with a growl, i was thinking: You have no idea what is about happen xD You should listen to his band Beast in Black. Die by the blade, Blind and Frozen and Fifth Angel are good songs to listen to. Some of the songs are based off of an anime series.

[@TheRealCoyote]

What a fantastic performance! Thank you for the reaction. I hope you will check out the band he sings for, Beast in Black. Great melodic metal!

[@WhatDayIsItTrumpDay]

I'm guessing you didn't know that Yannis is also the lead vocalist for the Synth Power Metal band "Beast in Black." Because that's the way he sings in that band as well. Very head voicy where then he goes into the chest voice whenever he needs to.

[@charlesxavier..]

The London Session Orchestra sounds sooooo great in this particular track!!

[@RodrigoTPHS]

He's amazing

[@loria4406]

You have the best eyes. They talk without speaking if you know what I mean.

[@adamtaylor9617]

Yannis is a beast

[@CLIFFLIX]

Holy WOW!!

[@Soman5677]

After I heard Bruce Dickinson's voice first time I was looking for someone from new generation of metal who would have so (or very similair) potential and I heard Yannis voice as Beast in Black vocalist. My first thought was "He is quiet good". But when I heard this cover then I was able to say without any doubtness "He has a real chance to be as good as Bruce". I recommend you listen a few of his songs (especially Blind and Frozen) ;)

[@Stargazar]

Saw Beast in Black live!!! He and the Band are amazing!!!!

[@ladislaualbert2807]

The first time I heard some songs from his band Beast in Black, I was sure there was a male and female vocalist!!

[@Grap3_S0da]

My understanding is that he is a classically trained countertenor. He has a masters in voice if I remember right.

[@MrEgofreak]

I can't wait for VOCAL COACH REACTS TO VOCAL COACH REACTS, since Yannis also teaches in his spare time.

[@juanitooctavio9023]

One heck of a Singer!

[@merqury5]

So he made the live at waken vocals. SICK!

[@esther1578]

He's amazing. Full stop.

[@eva1842]

Yannis❤

[@emmalarsson8291]

Chills 10 min in... Omg

[@BrendonChase_2015]

Oh this was sweet, haha. What was that you said about karaoke track? Spot on! The so-so guitar solo, but especially the oboe thingy added on top of "Scent of the sea before the waking of the world etc.." was really distracting i.m.o. Also felt your little struggle there, wading patiently through the 'symphonic side' interlude. But then the glorious wake up call with the part you'd almost forgot about. It already seems that GLS is taking on this 'Phantom of the Opera' vibe re: the anticipation of Floor's incredible finale (that she freestyled herself into, until it became the 'official' finale of GLS). Great heartfelt reaction, enjoyed it. Cheers from Amsterdam

[@ivanshepelenko9382]

Seeing title - Yannis Papadopoulos 'Ghost Love Score' (Nightwish Cover) - and being totally sure Yannis excels in this challenge even before hearing this performance.

[@raulespinoza4976]

Fenomenal.....this guy.....the Floor live versión........cool....

[@spadeface8500]

The man is simple incredible. I went for Beast in Black and Windrose because they were playing at a Gloryhammer gig in Notts. I went for the starters then had a blast with the bands.

[@rubyvanderkuil6803]

Still hoping you will react to Powerwolf sometime 😁 he has such a range!

[@jeremypreston5009]

When he said "ah the symphonic metal" it reminded me of Orson Welles

[@wk.6900]

i have to correct all these folks on the internet who say floor was on this song because ghost love score was originaly singing by tarja turunen she was also there from the beginning of nightwish and she is a opera singer so this is why all the old nightwish songs are more opera like.

[@Yawny_124]

If you haven't already found his stuff, I recommend you check out Dan Vasc here on KZbin too! He does amazing covers (mostly metal, some acoustic stuff that sounds just as good) and I'd love to see your thoughts on his work! His Nightwish covers are especially brilliant.

[@AK-xy1em]

Great voice. He would be perfect in a metal band. Does Floor has to worry? No, I don't think so.

[@tubelious]

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[@Kelly.sapphire]

He has some awesome covers. For heavier vocals his cover of Periphery's Scarlett or his original song he put out.

[@ro--M]

I'm glad someone mentions Scarlet. It is amazing, best vocal covers ever and even better than the original.

[@adinadamian5634]

He has the raw vocals of the song in the song's description on his channel.

[@touheybasshead]

I'm not sure if you have done it yet but have you heard the new track from Falling In Reverse - I'm not a vampire (revamped). If you liked The Drug in Me is Reimagined from them you'll most likely enjoy this one. Another great job from Ronnie taking one of his old songs and improving it.

[@letoanor]

"symphonic metal *rolleyes* *sigh*" Me too babe, me too.

[@Finkele1]

Thx Tuomas for music ;)

[@SilimSavertin]

Hey hey, just subscribed! Great content from you, loved your videos on Jonathan Young too. Beast in Black is only as amazing as it is thanks to Yannis, his singing is AMAZING. But speaking of other great musicians, too... Jonathan Young just released an album with entirely original tracks, and I suggest you take a look at one or two of them, because Starship Velociraptor (yes really) is one of the best albums I've ever had the pleasure of listening to. I recommend Storm The Castle and Jetpack Race for the great contrast in styles.

[@BeeKnown]

What a cool song, love how his style changes! I think you'd enjoy reacting to Twenty One Pilot's songs Jumpsuit-live AMAs, Level of Concernthe Tonight Show or their cover of Can't help falling in love

[@brennieb78]

"Floor Jansen, are you worried" sums it up nicely haha What an interesting cover! Good reaction thanks

[@semicollin4517]

Pretty sure the isolated vocal tracks are in the description of the original video

[@stillprocrastinating4308]

okay, so what are the differences between falsetto and head voice?

[@vjollila96]

Yannis really can do low notes also

[@iReXoNSHINIGAMI]

god:"yannis wich vocal range would you prefer?" yannis:"yes"

[@Jormapee]

Blind and frozen is something you should dive in to

[@BazzSelby]

Who is he, the 4th Bee Gee?