Vocal Coach REACTS - NICOTINE DOLLS Sam Cieri "30 Somehow" (Acoustic version)

[@NicotineDolls]

Very kind of you thank you ❤

[@cindysobol]

Soo good!

[@Leannah170]

Absolute favorite band ever! Such beautiful work , such an incredible voice. I am blessed by your music.

[@bonnykowaski]

I hate to say the "I told you so" bit but, I did. I predicted that when Sam moved to his house that by the next fall, everything in his life would change. And it's happening. (Take note by fall 2024). The whole band is a unit but Sam is the pivital talent here. He's multi-talented & it's going to pay off. Big time! ❤️❤️❤️ He's a 'once in a lifetime' blessed talent that will make a big mark. He's worked hard & it's coming to fruition and he's better without certain distractions. But all are life lessons. Makes him who he is. 👏😉😘

[@nancyholohan5363]

I missed you in San Francisco. Hope you’ll be back here soon. Your voice is like no one over heard & so sexy too! Those pipes of yours are really unique. ❤❤❤

[@morethanmeetstheeye1355]

I was so proud to be at your third stop of your first tour after AGT! And again when you came back a year later. Charlotte loves you. Watch for me in your Cary,NC PERFORMANCE. Much respect, Your green-haired friend with the old school pink band tshirt that you graciously sign each time.

[@PibbleSmiles]

He's Amazing, his voice, his story, everything. He is so emotional and it comes through loud and clear. He moves you to a place he's been and it's hauntingly beautiful. He also takes you to places similar like you've been as well. I can definitely relate. Stunning ❤️

[@kglackinglackin8372]

Nobody writes like Sam! And he sees the music video in his head while he writes it. Their music videos take me back to MTV days. His personal struggles is what makes him so good. With 1.5 million followers, they're blowing up. Cannot wait for their tour to start next month!❤❤❤

[@ayymariexx]

Listening to Sam sing this song live… emotions were HIGH. He’s an absolute gem of a human being and I’m incredibly thankful for him and his band. Their music has healed me.

[@RoseUllberg-oi4yw]

You get him Ken, there is something so real and moving when you no longer hear the music and lyrics but are transported to Sam's stories.

[@tonialderman5368]

It only took me one song to know Sam sings with such passion in his soul and know he's the real deal and loves what he does

[@Trenchant468]

Hi Ken and thank you for reviewing and embracing Sam Cieri (Sear-e). He’s a great actor, impressionist, comic, filmmaker, handyman/homemaker, frontman, and well, human. His music is raw, breathtakingly honest, intense, and Olympian (his word to address that he has no ‘rest’ songs in his sets) in its delivery. That said, he would say (paraphrasing- incorrectly?) that he has false duplicate vocal cords which add that sandy quality. He can sing smooth but it’s work and not his natural sound. I love his dynamics, and he can sing anyone’s song and make it personal and utterly, often heartbreakingly, believable.

[@mikeyc4525]

This young man is beyond amazing and exceptional. When someone sings, and you feel it to your very soul, it's, well there are no words.

[@gracepurcell7825]

His AGT audition was absolutely a joy to witness and deeply moving. I love his voice and depth. And I also appreciate you Ken for your insights and keeping it real. Cheers!

[@RoseUllberg-oi4yw]

Sam's vocals somehow embody a sense of longing, introspection and a questioning perspective which reaches into your gut and tears out your soul... and the storyline in the lyrics so compelling and personal... not to mention sensual and stirring. ♥️

[@ashleydaile88]

You just put into words all the things I feel about his voice. If I could ever fall in love with someone's voice, it's his.

[@annieg8800]

His voice took me on a journey that I know will be extended. Amazing control and intimacy in his voice.

[@GrannysWanderingSpirit]

I am so happy to see this review, Ken. I loved this guy on AGT, and so happy to hear they are doing so well. It was really great to hear Sam acoustic and raw. *shivers*

[@s.stinnett3972]

He and his band are AMAZING human beings! He sang to ME at the end of a show, because it was my birthday & Sam got so excited to hear I made their show a gift to myself. He truly made it a gift! ❤❤❤ I’m a forever fan!

[@REDDATT302008]

I Love Sam and the Nicotine Dolls. They are Just Amazing in concert!!!!!

[@morethanmeetstheeye1355]

Yes! Their shows are full of energy, connection with the audience as people, stirring ballads and love stories and the ones - like this - that just leave you raw.

[@tracieforeman8492]

Sam is one of the best singers I have ever heard. First heard him 3 years ago my age of 65. I have been addicted ever since! His voice and music speaks to the human heart and soul.

[@jellybeanorg]

Sam's voice is just magic and art and I am completely obsessed.

[@jonkehoe7542]

Speaking of Sam’s voice he does a killer Owen Wilson impression on his TikTok especially impressions of Owen Wilson as Obi Won Kenobi.

[@kglackinglackin8372]

He does. I also love his Christopher Walken and Jeff Goldblum. His Randy Newman is funny too.

[@MDRoyall]

I'm moved to tears by Sam's voice nearly every time I take a moment to really listen. GAH. amazing.

[@maunashakti4905]

Born to sing! Sam your voice comes straight to my heart.

[@satyasunshine9737]

I feel Sam's emotion,crying,,,,deep compassion!!!! I feel his heart,spirit,soul MOST in this song!!!! Shine on,dear brother!!!!!❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@leahsantos746]

Every single lyric that comes out of his mouth moves me.. hits right to my soul. And he sounds exactly like that live too... Can't wait till June 13th to see them again.

[@CaliforniaCountryBumpkin]

That man’s voice is pure passion. I live your comment of a “very sexy sound”. That is the perfect description of his voice. I found him because of his AGT audition and have been “fan girling” ever since. You just get lost in his voice. 💭😌 The Dolls are my most played playlist. I hope Sam and the band will be around for a very very long time ❤️

[@monicalewis714]

One of my favorites. He is an amazing storyteller, songwriter and allows use to see him very raw. Love him and Nicotine Dolls

[@TeeTeeMarie]

Exactly how I feel when I listen to his beautiful soul. I cry every time I listen to this song (lost my grandmother to cancer when I was 18 and my favorite place to be was with her swimming in her pool in the backyard) 😢❤

[@amyhancock8418]

His voice literally brings me to tears everytime!

[@HMBCinfo]

I am a fan of Sam. Love his voice and his open vulnerability. Thanks for your comments about using singing to communicate your essence and by doing that the voice is less important. = you can achieve a deeper connection with your audience/listener.

[@melissamuth1567]

He's sounds awesome. Wow. I will have to see if Nicotine Dolls will be singing in New Orleans. I hope this band goes far. You actually feel like you are walking right beside him and experiencing his story what he is going through. Well done. Be Blessed.

[@fatsparrow3592]

Great post. Had the pleasure of seeing Nicotine Dolls in Vermont in 2023. It was a magical experience and the band was fantastic! Looking forward to seeing them again.

[@canderesonadoencuarzo554]

No tengo palabras para describir lo que siento. Me pasó tal cual lo que describiste y mucho más. Que siempre conserve ese don maravilloso de comunicar desde lo más profundo de su ser, con esa increible voz.... que relata historias que deben ser contadas. Gracias a ambos, ha sido un verdadero placer. Desde Mendoza, Argentina... la tierra del vino, del sol y del Aconcagua. ❤🎉❤

[@karenpersinger457]

He is absolutely amazing!! Saw him in Ok in November and he sounds just as amazing if not more!! My favorite band! Im now sending my daughter and her husband to a concert this September!!❤

[@gina_s_E_1978]

Beautiful voice and song, I love his rendition of The Best by Tina Turner

[@KINGCONN990411]

I am an old rocker from the late 60's on. I used a rasp to cover my less then pitch perfect voice, This young man has a great sound and feel and the first time I head him (on AGT) I started thinking back to those days. I could only pray I sounded half this good but it allowed me to day dream when listening. Love most of his stuff and covers!!

[@heathersherlock]

Love Sam and Nicotine Dolls. Unique, original, moving....

[@CHCMotors]

From the first time I heard him, I fell in love with that hauntingly beautiful voice. You just connect to him, as he pulls you into the song with the passion he emotes! I have only had a few artists that pull me in like this, Sting, Michael McDonald,Paul Davis, Steve Perry and more recently Teddy Swims ! All very different but all have that magic moment when the ache comes through and nails you in the heart!

[@TyAnn1958]

Feeling the depth of his struggle, not just hearing his pain. Absolutely fantastic. Now I’ll just go have a little cry. Love him and the whole band! ❤

[@joelwebster7]

Hands down one of my favorite male vocalists!! Dying for him and James Bay to do a collab! Somebody make it happen❤

[@jeanporter5622]

I could not explain what Sam’s voice does to me. You explained it perfectly. You get Sam. Beautiful.

[@mermaidtales4009]

Was a news reader/VO artist for 20 years. Sam's control is staggering. Love him to bits! Your "take" was authentic & professional. Cheers🙌

[@djdebbi1]

Don't know where he's been all of his life, but the 'one' decision to audition on AGT made him famous over-night! He's extremely dynamic..... sounds like a Sexy, Soulful cross between Michael Bolton and Rod Stewart.... I definitely want to hear a lot more from Sam Cieri!!!!

[@Trenchant468]

He’s been fighting all his life to make a living as a musician. AGT found him as he marketed Nicotine Dills in TikTok, and asked him to audition, which he did only as the band, even if without the band. He walked when they finally agreed to sign the band, but seemed still untrustworthy on trying to put their stamp on the band instead of supporting them. They are signed now with Nettwerk Music.

[@bailey1781]

Trust us when we (as ND and Sam fans) tell you we feel the same about letting the lyrics and vibe wash over us and then learning the words/lyrics/story....later! Sam's presence and voice are captivating, mesmerizing, heartbreaking, inspiring, and passion-inducing all at the same time! Truly a magnificent experience in 2D...3D is an act of sheer will to not "swoon"...no matter your gender or preferences! ❤

[@johntrueblue]

I totally agree, when Sam sings, i just zone out not hearing many of the words he says but listening to his, as you say "Vocal styling" its just amazing. 3 weeks ago he/nicotine dolls replied and that should be pinned.

[@Patrici-w8n]

Incredible singer.

[@RosalindaGriffiths]

Sam you made me cry with this beautiful song!

[@laramcphaul9720]

I looove Sam's voice! Its so very unique! After you hear him talk you do not expect the voice you get when he sings. Its very surprising and wonderful!

[@amberhso00]

OH. MY. FRICKIN" LORD... Love ya!

[@leslieballard8758]

I think he has one of the most amazing voices I've heard in years. Love this guy!!!

[@erinbackman1196]

I found him on agt and love his voice

[@lilsouthie8001]

I think he is a truly amazing singer. His voice is so beautiful and emotional that you feel it in your soul. He has so much talent. I love his voice.

[@mezza001]

Nicotine Dolls are superstars!! Love all their songs!! Bunch of brilliantly talented artists! REAL HOUSE is currently my song on a loop!

[@CoolHandLukeDuke]

His songwriting is as tip top tier as his voice....the artistry, the vulnerability, just everything.....The album version of the song is beautifully constructed with the harmonies.

[@anntunaley9974]

Omg, I’ve got the biggest crush on Sam. He’s amazing and absolutely drop dead gorgeous! I’m in love, lol.

[@kglackinglackin8372]

They just released a re-imagined "How Do You Love Me?" 13 hours ago. Live from Sam's living room. Another piece inside Sam's mind. Beautifully done. ❤

[@morethanmeetstheeye1355]

And he released a hauntingly stripped down version of “Tell Me What Makes You Sad”, live from his living room. It was 6/6/24 I think. I’ve heard and lived every version, but man. The things he sings! It hits me hard with the lyrics. I feel like “he gets me”. My adjective is overwhelming.

[@joannhughes7437]

I never heard no one like him before great great great great great great great great singer

[@auntiethetical]

Thank you so much, Ken. That was such a considered, detailed reaction, right in the moment. I’m reassured by your comments on how Sam can sing like this without doing damage. I sometimes think he becomes an entirely different person when he sings. I’m excited, too, that Vancouver is on the Dolls tour schedule for 2024. The song I believe they’re most known for at this point is What Makes You Sad: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gGOweXSujZWJmZIsi=HxDOpc4aTcnEOq8v Thanks, once again. 😊

[@tonialderman5368]

He's an awesome funny guy, that's why we love him

[@JenniferCain-y7e]

😢 wow. Tears and enotion. I love his voice

[@EmenemLLC]

Sam cieri AWSOME sound NICOTINE DOLLS WOW !!!!

[@djcowgrl]

I love him and his band and every song is sooooo emotional. thank you Sam ♥

[@bzcookie]

Haven’t missed a concert yet. His voice just draws you straight into his heart. Amazing

[@rodkelly7163]

Thanks! Veronica here. Ken as always love your videos.

[@maunashakti4905]

Ken you did great! Thank you!

[@nanananinha5889]

He is amazing. I love his voice.

[@jamiegay5858]

I have heard .most of his music. With all his music u can FEEL the song. U can tell he puts himself and everything else into it.

[@lisareeves637]

I love Sam Cieri! He's amazing. I wish he came to my home town. His voice is soulful and sexy.

[@nanananinha5889]

Is not kindness, he s perfection. 🌹♥️

[@Bella_Mami]

If you hear his voice in 2011 before he mastered his craft he sounds like a totally different person and tone. I was shocked. SC is phenomenal vocalist. Love his talent he is extraordinary.❤🎶👍

[@robertdominguez6930]

Vulnerable is the word we’re looking for. 😢

[@EvesCreationsPaintParty]

Mr C .... sigh, just amazingly talented creative human bean 😊

[@sonniquickpianoimprov]

I have been listening, mesmerized for several years or more. The honesty of what and how he sings, and the tightness of the band, allowing him to take center stage is incredible. Listening to them joke around on their podcast I don't think there is jealousy between them. I hope they don't go the way many bands do when they get fired of playing together. Right now they are bridging the crest of great success!

[@NDfan1975]

I hope this never happens. There's a brotherhood there. They've been together for 8 years already. Hope they stay for many many more decades.

[@lynnparent5565]

Sam is a beautiful STORY TELLING, real life song writer❤❤❤❤

[@saramatsinger4698]

Same reactions on point!! Absolutely love his voice and the lyrics are amazing!! The 🎶 ❤

[@nolajazzy]

I’ve seen The Dolls/Sam live and they did this song. There is no grit in his speaking voice between songs like the way he sings tears at his vocal cords, so full agree - he is able to do this in a healthy, natural way.

[@WilliamMcDanalIII]

Beautiful

[@carrielemons5129]

Beautiful ❤

[@lorindachristie3050]

How do you love me now!! Best ever

[@kglackinglackin8372]

Please review their Tina Turner cover, "The Best (live)"

[@dawnmurff6040]

When I saw that cover I actually blushed! I watch it over and over💜

[@kglackinglackin8372]

@@dawnmurff6040 You blushed? He makes me blush all the time. 😆 His Instagram posts on his personal account, OMG!

[@kglackinglackin8372]

@dawnmurff6040 I replied but I don't see it. This man makes me blush every day, especially on his personal Insta account. ☺️

[@Bella_Mami]

I tree with your thoughts. Sam is the lead singer for Nicotine Dolls. Highly recommend you all look him up on KZbin. My favorite song is what makes you sad. Sam Cheri is the best vocalist . He is phenomenal ❤️🌟🎶☝🏼

[@taracole6152]

Please watch the short of nicotine dolls and teddy swims ❤...phenomenal ❤

[@NoelSmith-tj4pi]

Keep on rocking guys ❤❤

[@jerrianngordillo-marty161]

Wow❤❤❤

[@DonnaGisellaTranchel]

🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇫🇷🇫🇷🇫🇷 Thanks! Interesting Voice! 💙💙💙🦩✨✨✨

[@AlisAquilae92]

Amazing insight as alway. would love to hear your take on Amarthe song "Amaranthine"

[@Luana6350]

Wow, great❣

[@InspectorDee]

He is awesome… he does a duet with Teddy Swims on Teddy’s song Lose Control. Have you experienced Teddy Swims? He is also absolutely amazing.

[@kathleenbezzina3742]

Love love this voice! Yes l like to let his voice wash over me too WOW 🤩 I bet all guys have a man crush!!

[@InternationalWaves-z7b]

He is very good.

[@anntunaley9974]

I believe Sam is on the spectrum and that makes him have that awkwardness that is so endearing. I love this guy.

[@NDfan1975]

Some people have this opinion. He Zooms with Patreon members and he's def not on the spectrum. He's just a quirky nerd and his body movements are just visceral for him.

[@MisssNL...]

Sam 's voice ❤🔥

[@leslieballard8758]

Man his voice does bring out the emotion in u whether u want it to or not..lol

[@pedronogueira3433]

Hello from your brazilian fan

[@saraameliaa]

Sam❤

[@TeenaShield-b9e]

New Zealand tour please ❤

[@Happydays77231]

Beautiful sounds like Ray la Montagne

[@catherineobi8525]

Very moved

[@luattack123]

One youtuber says that he is not good 'cause he don't sound like he talks, this is bs to me, this is his voice, if this was possible, I'll might be in tour with Dave from Foo Fighters. I suck in singing, and I cannot change that.

[@auntiethetical]

Oh, darn! I just checked and it’s Vancouver, Washington they’ll be playing in. 😢

[@InternationalWaves-z7b]

Yup, insanely attractive.

[@NicolaForrest-oi3ml]

It’s all about his childhood, losing his father on Bourbon and praying to god, while suffering from cancer 😢😢

[@KatieLee-g6t]

This one is about what he was going through when he turned 30. He said he wanted to document things that were going on. His father is still alive, they just had a falling out and stopped speaking and it's his grandmother KC (his Mom's Mom) that has cancer. I hope this doesn't sound rude. Just wanted to make sure. "The Madness" is more about what he went through when he was younger with the bullying and stuff... kinda. He has a hard story.... and I'm so glad that he is on this side of it.

[@jake.spencer]

My only complaint about a lot of these reactions is that I wish the coaches would film themselves sitting through an entire playthrough before going back to the start to critique certain spots.

[@robbiem9293]

I would really like to see your take on another of his performances. This performance of Standing Still is a different style with no rasp. I think it is beautiful, but definitely different than most of his regular material. kzbin.info/www/bejne/mpe6kmWPrK6BrcUsi=qKM2KHJEFq0SX5HX

[@NDfan1975]

One of my favs