MAN OF CONSTANT SORROW - HOME FREE (classical musician reacts & analyses)

[@SirHairless]

The full reaction video, including a live performance AND the behind-the-scenes footage, can be found here 🎥 www.patreon.com/posts/120574102

[@Scott-f2j]

Great reaction to a fun song. It’s obvious you are intrigued by the music in addition to the vocals. If you are ever in the market for something unique you may want to have a go at Lorena McKennitt’s The Old Ways from her concert A Night at the Alhambra. While she plays the harp, piano and accordion, her band plays instruments including: uilleann pipes, hurdy gurdy, oud, kamenche, qanun, lute etc. There are more conventional instruments of course (cello, violin, electric guitar and diverse percussion instruments). She is a soprano and tends to write and arrange her own songs. She has been labelled as Celtic but the range of her influences is much more extensive as you can tell from the instruments. Probably my next favorite artist after Lara of course. OK maybe she’s tied with Faouzia.

[@Nighthawk429]

Fun fact, the soundtrack to "O Brother Where Art Thou" won the Grammy for "Album of the Year", deservedly.

[@SirHairless]

Wow really?! Definitely deservedly 👌

[@thisismetoday7423]

The whole soundtrack is amazing. I used to listen to it a lot!

[@robinmahan8814]

Makes me want to watch it again, too. I've said my piece. 😂

[@robinmahan8814]

Lol, come on down and sit on our porch. ❤

[@reddragonready]

Fun fact..that soundtrack nor the movie have anything to do with Home Free other than that is probably why they know the song

[@donnaflynn9615]

I heard a long time ago that Chance is using Mongolian throat singing. He said it hurts so bad after a few minutes that he can only do it for a few minutes. Hence using the looper makes a lot of sense.

[@mosselyn5081]

Ooooh, speaking of Mongolian throat singing, Sir Hairless should react to The Hu!

[@MichaelFrazier-x6v]

I love your Home Free reactions, and look forward to future ones! I'm surprised that you didn't react to Home Free's new Christmas carols, this year, and I'm still holding my breath, waiting for your reaction to Rob and Austin's operatic performance, of Nessun Dorma!

[@200yente]

This has been a staple of their concerts since it was released. At one point on stage Austin goes up to a mic near Adam and does a higher nomonica. What you call the overtone is Chance making the sound of a jaw harp.

[@RD-jc2eu]

"making the sound of a jaw harp." -- which, while Mongolian overtone singing is not what you'd think of as a "Southern" thing, a jaw harp definitely IS a "Southern" thing.

[@SirHairless]

Thanks! Yes I saw Austin and Adam no-monica-ing it together in the live video on my Patreon 🎵 I didn't know what a jaw harp was until the comments on this video 🤯

[@LisaS-ul6vx]

Thank you! I was just coming to the comments to say the overtones in this always reminded me of a jaw harp, which is very bluegrass.

[@thisismetoday7423]

Such a great movie and soundtrack and I really love Home Free’s cover of this song. I especially love Austin channeling full hillbilly with the yodels, growls and hard r sounds. And the song mentions my home of Kentucky so I feel obligated to love it.

[@oberladyElise]

@@thisismetoday7423 my sweet sister, my twin lives in southeast KY, many reasons to love it besides her. A beautiful state! And yes amazing movie and soundtrack….I need to pull out the DVD and watch it again.

[@thisismetoday7423]

@ It really is beautiful!! 🥰

[@AmyNance-k1n]

Nessun Dorma is in your wheelhouse, have you reacted to Austin and Rob singing it? If not,you should listen to it, reaction or not!❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@janeramirez8767]

Yes, yes!

[@MaryShieldsPhD]

Yes, please!

[@tarjaikola]

Unfortunately Austin has removed that video from his channel.

[@oberladyElise]

Really glad to see you do this one….love the arrangement and also really enjoyed Dan Tyminski of Union Station singing this song for the movie. When he told his wife it would be his voice coming out of George Clooney’s mouth she said to him “that’s my fantasy”. Funny! But Home Free does such an amazing job with this, the set, atmosphere, all of it. A very different feel for me than the movie, but so very enjoyable. Having lived in the Deep South, they got that perfectly. Thanks for the reaction and analysis, always informative!

[@AmyNance-k1n]

They kill it, ACAPELLA! Adam Rupp and Chance smash the instruments out of the park!

[@GaryW-q2c]

Sir Hairless your attention to detail, and how you explain them, is entertaining as well as informative. Thank you.

[@angielofton6372]

The jaw harp is considered a Southern sound but it is also popular in Eastern Europe. In concert, Chance records the jaw harp live (amazing to watch) into the looper, followed by Rob doing “dub-a-dubba-do’s”, then they launch the song. Adam is amazing because he has to do his parts, and run the loop station, adding and taking out parts as needed. I love the hip-hop beat Adam uses. It brought an interesting modern flair to the song.

[@SirHairless]

Very interesting! I'm not familiar with the jaw harp

[@LoisChisholm]

This song was my introduction to Home Free. After that, I fell headlong into the rabbit hole, and I was joyfully addicted.

[@agustinhernandez6218]

Best reaction and break down I have seen. I’m a new subscriber!

[@SirHairless]

Cheers!

[@joannaray5846]

Got to see them do this live in December and it was even better! Excellent reaction. Glad you're back to Home Free

[@yoclark2723]

"I thought you was a toad!" is my favorite line of the film (among many) I love this song and the way HF treat it. Oh Brother is one of our favorite movies to watch on a hot summer night.

[@SirHairless]

Haha mine too! Re-watched that line several times when it happened

[@Ur4chun8]

Thank you Sir, for doing the analysis reaction to this HF version. It was my first introduction to Home free. I had seen the movie you mentioned and during the Covid lockdown, I got on KZbin to find the song (especially with the guys that actually sang it in the movie). During my exploration, I of course came across Home Free. I heard several versions from other groups including Bob Dylan. Home Free was by far my favorite except for maybe "Union Station" that Alison Krauss performs with. I had seen Home Free previously on the TV show, "The Sing Off" but had forgotten all about it. After seeing Home Free, I started searching on KZbin for everything I could find on them. They quickly became my favorite A Capello group. Before that I enjoyed Pentatonix which everyone has seen on TV. I still enjoy PTX but HF, IMHO are very special for me.

[@gsbealer]

Hey Sir!!! Wishing you well from California! Happy to see you reviewing this great rendition.

[@dagmar.6954]

Thanks for your analysis. This is one of the most popular Home Free songs. It was the first song I ever heard from Home Free & I was instantly hooked. It really showcases the talent of these 5 men (their tight harmonies, Tim Foust's bass & Adam Rupp's incredible beatboxing). They are my favorite a cappella group. This song is very old (about 100 yrs.) & is done in the bluegrass country style.

[@SirHairless]

Indeed! Dating back to around 1913 as mentioned in the intro - crazy stuff 🤯

[@LeanneBloxham]

This song was my introduction to Home Free

[@debbiehall9091]

This is their most popular song. These boys are so talented and can sing any genre.❤❤❤❤

[@mikeconway9849]

Great reaction, SH! I saw Home Free and couple months ago and got a chance to listen to their newest singer. The group as a whole has not missed a beat! You'll have to listen to one of their latest songs.

[@SirHairless]

I will! The only one I've done with Bastien in the group is Something To Talk About

[@lovesmusic0845]

They are so talented. Loved them since the Sing Off. Adam is one of the best beat boxers I’ve ever heard. But I know they use looping because Adam has discussed it in a 2019 interview in Modern Drummer where he said, “On this tour we’re started to incorporate looping tech, allowing us to build vocal layers upon our live show and deliver even more to our audiences, which has been really fun to explore.” It doesn’t make me think less of them. I love the movie and album. It was such a hit back in the day. I’ve watched it many times. It never gets old. Great job by HF. It was fun and quirky and really captured the essence from the movie. I like it when they share the lead too. Not sure they do this as much as PTX but they can definitely all lead. Tim is just in his own category. I would love to see him, Avi and Geoff do a song. I loved Avi and Tim on Ring of Fire. Enjoyable even if it wasn’t an overly complicated arrangement. Good analysis as always. FYI…We use ridiculous the same way here in the US. Shawn Stockman called PTX ridiculous during Sing Off. He certainly wasn’t being disrespectful of them.

[@TommyHarrod-el6qg]

Hey sir hairless, glad to see a recent video finally , Love your channel , love your music theory and breakdown , I’m from Kentucky , born and raised and still here , a beautiful state , green rolling hills and largest beautiful cave system in the world , keep going , love it

[@timabrahamson2871]

FYI: The sound throughout the song was imitating a mouth harp... it is a really good imitation of mouth harp music which is a staple in Appalachian music since it was cheap and portable..

[@MrBlurbman]

Love your reactions Sir Hairless, they are peerless!

[@martymiller9802]

Hey Sir … glad you got around to this. Thank you once again!

[@katetracton131]

This is my all-time favorite Home Free cover. Chance has said that when they do this live, he does the jaw harp overtones on a looper as doing it continually trashes his voice. I enjoyed your breakdown a lot!

[@lauranichols945]

At a Home Free concert I attended, they were very open about using the looper for the jaw harp and Adam’s drum-like beat boxing and, if I recall correctly, some of the background vocals. It enabled Adam to do this nomonics live.

[@mjackson780]

Home Free has three songwriters, Tim, Chance and Austin. All three have their own channels too. Talented fellows. Can't forget their newest member Adam Bell- Bastien. He is a talented written in his own right.

[@karina4t]

Wonderful song, great reaction tysm 😀

[@loveloochay]

🎼🪕🎼 .. finally - finally - finally - finally - finally.............. finally ...... Sir !!!! AND , we get a great smile from you at the very beginning!!!! Yes , other reactors have covered this amazing rendition, and yes I have watched every single one that appears on my KZbin feed. Why ?? because I am an addict to great music , to this vocal group , to this song ... and to the "nomonica" ! 🎼🍯🎼🍯🎼🍯

[@PamsDPCraftyCorner]

I have seen them do this live....it was amazing to see

[@AudioVile]

Another excellent breakdown! I've heard this so many times it's crazy... and there is a REASON for that... it is SO good!! I really appreciate your analysis. It might interest you that I do not recall any other reactor talking about the harmonics (overtones) early on. Most A Cappella listeners (including me) think of Geoff with his SUB-harmonics... but we don't usually think of harmonics occurring in higher octaves. I found that particularly interesting! Great reaction once again! Thank you!

[@Laura_Martin42]

This was filmed in my home state of Alabama, around Fairhope. Thanks for reacting!

[@cynthiamiller483]

I’ve heard this song so many times, but I must say that your R&A is the best I’ve heard!! 🎶 Cyd

[@SirHairless]

Thank you!

[@matthewgoodA1206]

That video + song were certainly my first Home Free experience. And unforgettable for reasons everyone by now knows. I think it makes a fine intro to the group- you get to hear multiple vocal ranges + voice types, plus the “no-monica” that blows everybody away. As a first taste of their brand of a cappella, I feel it’s very convincing, and compels many to begin their own Home Fry journey.

[@marieke3032]

You got me to watch the movie last night 😅

[@SirHairless]

Hope you enjoyed!

[@marieke3032]

​@@SirHairless Actually, I really did! Time well spent❤

[@lifestootube]

The initial overtones you describe are simulated mouth harp sounfs. Totally southern and fits perfectly in this genre.

[@maggiex1212]

Yes, Sir Hairless, this is indeed southern. A Louisiana gal by birth so I can identify with this music and the movie itself. Loved this rendition of "Man of Constant Sorrow". Home Free does it justice. Not sure where this was shot, but the scenery is spot on for a Louisiana setting. Merci mon ami (I remember a little French from school).

[@venetta-sh7su]

Sir Hairless! Blimey! This was GREAT!! Incredible performance and superb analysis! Enjoyed every bit of it...a lot!! And I giggled a lot too.....yes, you make me laugh!! 🤭 Brilliant stuff Sir H!!🤠👏👌💯🌟✨️

[@SirHairless]

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[@colombe245]

❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥 Fantastic Sir, this song is a banger and Home Free's version is fire, and you are the best ! Thanks 🤩

[@MaryShieldsPhD]

I've been looking forward to this - as always, great reaction! Loved the live performanc and bts over on patreon too. I've seen several suggest Nessun Dorma by Rob and Austin. It blew me away. I hope it's on your list!

[@cassandracurse7065]

Oooh I've been waiting for this one ❤

[@peggygross7409]

Great breakdown as usual.

[@indigochouinard1601]

For those literature fans... "O Brother Where Art Thou" is just a modern day spin of Homer's Odyssey. Best Music and Movie ever.

[@singluna888]

I love this song. Its old. Home Free do it perfect!

[@loveloochay]

🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸 .. thanks Sir Hairless .. I have been looking forward to THIS reaction for quite some time now !! Excellent, just excellent !

[@kathywaltrip4921]

You are welcome to come sit on our back porch in Kentucky and just experience the peace.

[@SirHairless]

😇

[@gable354]

Straight 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@mariahaggmark9619]

💕🎵🎶💕 Love the analysis, as always 💕 Going right back to watch it again right away 🎶💕

[@AmyNance-k1n]

I have been watching your reactions for a while, I don't know if anyone has told you this, but your eyebrows give you away! 😂😂😂😂❤❤❤❤❤

[@SirHairless]

Haha I've been told people aren't sure if I even have any eyebrows 😅Is that what you mean?

[@Sabine_Austria2024]

Thanks for this! It`s one of those songs that just goes on in your head, even when it's already over 🙃

[@SirHairless]

[@ScottJThornton]

Well done, Sir Hairless! I think it's interesting that you have seen several of Home Free's songs before this one and likely have a much different impression of the guys overall than some of us. Another commenter recommended you give Austin and Rob's version of "Nessun Dorma" a go and I think you'll really enjoy it as a demo of just how versatile these singers truly are with their vocal abilities. Yes, you do need to dig into Tim's solo catalog, too. These guys are far more than "a country band"!

[@janeramirez8767]

A Sir Hairless reaction is never a disappointment. Thank you for another great one! Before I head over to Patreon to watch the long version, I just want to highlight that it's Chance doing the jaw harp there. We don't get to see who's doing it until the very end, and so many reactors miss it entirely! I know you caught it, Sir H, but you didn't specifically mention it, so I decided I would do so. I feel Chance sometimes gets overlooked amidst the spectacular talents of his bandmates. (Seeing myself use "admidst," which I often tell my students is a primarily UK usage in contrast to the US's shorter "amid," reminds me that I heard a dead giveaway to your nationality: you called Rob "Robin." Over here west of the pond, we tend to think of "Robert" and "Robin" as two different names.)

[@SirHairless]

Yeah! And unfortunately in the live video, we don't quite see Chance doing the sound to be added into the loop - the video starts with the loop already playing so I thought it could've been pre-recorded On the Robin point, I'm actually saying "Rob in..." as two separate words 😅 When I was editing I also thought I'd said "Robin" at first haha! Robin is definitely the far more uncommon name over here too

[@janeramirez8767]

@@SirHairless I noticed that. I was watching Chance closely but you're right, there's no way to tell from the live video. As for "Robin," I believe you, but I'll go back and watch again to prove it to my ears! I knew an Englishman long ago who always called Roberts (and Robs and Bobs) "Robin," and I know that in some versions of the Robin Hood legend his real name is Robert, so I imagined that bestowing that nickname was a common practice. Thanks for setting me straight!

[@cherryhollowdesign9999]

Stunned that you hadn't listened to this one yet!!

[@wonder5487]

I think the best complement to this Home Free rendition is to watch their version of the song "Mayday" by Cam and see their amazing range.

[@SirHairless]

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[@teresacartwright5406]

The original song was published in 1913 and later covered by Bob Dylan & Joan Baez among others. In later live concerts they've begun with "MOCS" ending with Adam Rupp & Austin both playing "no-monica" in harmony and then going into Folsom Prison Blues. There are lots of live videos of the foregoing on y/t. BTW, Austin has a video of a bluegrass rendition of 'Defying Gravity' that's just terrific.

[@GailL-g7m]

So many reactors are encouraged to begin their Home Free journey with this video because it showcases so many of the unique talents of each of the guys. When they know nothing about HF, or acapella music, they seem to follow a pattern: disbelief that all sounds are made by the voice alone, admiration for the great harmonies and declarations that they have become the newest Home Fry. You have reacted to a variety of their videos, so you were not surprised by what they could do. I believe that they kept the simple old-time feel of the song and the visuals to honor its history and the culture it represents, while still making it their own.

[@elvwood]

Not a reactor, but this song was my introduction to Home Free too (I had heard plenty of PTX, but not HF or VP). And I think I went through those stages as well. The main difference is I am a low bass and can sing Tim's lead part fine, so the "bass jaw drop" didn't come until the next section...

[@GailL-g7m]

I agree, this is the "sampler", that is the whole box of chocolates.

[@higglety230]

The overtone singing is Chance if that's not clear. It's layered so he can provide other vocals and also because it hurts his throat to do it constantly for the whole song. You'll see how they manage that in the live performance.

[@grain3871]

Thank you, sir ❤

[@alisalavine1052]

I've been a fan since their first performance on the Sing-Off. Rob is a lyric tenor beast. Everyone talks about Tim, bass, and Austen, tenor 1, but Rob is on another level for me. He and Austen cover Nessum Dorma where Rob's classical training was showcased brilliantly. I just can't with him. I remember when Tim dropped his first F1 on live TV with their first Sing Off performance. Even Ben Folds was stunned. THE Ben Folds. They're in a new era with Austen gone but they are fabulous with each new member that joins. Though when Rob leaves, the group won't be the same in my mind.

[@terimingle8957]

When you start Tim’s solo journey start with Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow/Stay.

[@elvwood]

I love that one!

[@maryannweldin4633]

It’s Adam and it’s called beat boxing and he’s one of the best.

[@katiem369]

The throat singing is actually to mimic a juice harp, which is definitely a southern instrument.

[@Lisa-pr8ng]

Jew harp

[@itzel1735]

In the Country Music lane, I think HomeFree might have an easier time than the a cappella groups that focus on Pop songs. Country songs are more focused on the story-telling and therefore the lyrics. And in general, the music is simpler or maybe a better way to say it is more stripped down. Closer to folk music. And with roots in Southern Gospel, focused on vocal harmonies. Big names in country music like The Oak Ridge Boys and The Statler Brothers started as Southern Gospel groups. A big part of that music featured four part harmonies. Either a cappella, or four singers plus a piano or guitar. HomeFree switched to “country” only at the suggestion of The Sing Off producers. But they make it work.

[@danas986]

My, and many others' introduction to HF! I forgot that you haven't done the classic one and if you want to go live in the south after hearing this, just wait until you get to their Hillbilly Bone cover. Speaking from experience.😅

[@1aleckman1]

Adam explains his nomonica right here. Adam Rupp explains the harmonica sound. It's less than a minute long. Great reactions, have a great day!

[@ronsbrat525]

Don't know if you've seen it yet but Geoff Castellucci did this song as well. It is absolutely amazing. His inspiration was from the O' Brother, How Art Thou movie.

[@shirleykarr560]

I've seen them perform this song live, and it's awesome!They make a point of letting us know about the looper that lets them sound just as full as the recorded version. If you haven't yet seen Geoff Castellucci's version of this song, I highly recommend it. Listen for the original bridge he wrote, and keep watching for his warning at the very end. 😉

[@brendasorenson6186]

What I really like about this video is what is created: a visual and audio landscape that paints an indelible impression in the brain. It transports you straight to the boonies, as you pointed out (yours was the rural porch). I think even the unplanned rain contributed to the overall mood. And all the boys did was stand (and sit) there and sing. Oh, yes, Austin's & Rob's Nessun Dorma and Tim's solo work needs to be reacted to!

[@venetta-sh7su]

Now I'm heading to your Patreon for the live performance and the BTS 🤠👌🙏

[@marytramp5678]

in the introduction, what you called "overtones" is a replication sound of a jews harp/jaw harp. which was VERY common in the south during that time period. so it fits perfectly.

[@SirHairless]

Thanks! Didn't know this until all the comments about it ☺

[@marytramp5678]

@@SirHairless This is a very sad song. it was written by Dick Burnett in 1913. and like you said was called "farewell song" it was first recorded in 1928 by Emry Arthur who did a version of it and re-named it to "The Man Of Constant Sorrow." over the years there have been many little changes and the "the" has been dropped. What makes this song so sad is that Burnett was a Kentucky Farmer with a wife and family. who became partially blind when trying to stop a robbery. Burnett went on the road playing the fiddle at first and then a banjo to make money for his family. The song is telling this story as most folk songs are. he talks about never seeing them again ( being blind), being on the road all the time, and how he will see them again when he dies. I really wish that they had made a movie reflecting that instead. I usually don't esearch songs, unless something resonates with me. And after hearing Home Free's version i just had to find out. There is so much more to music than just the notes.Especially in folk music.

[@adrianaandria3486]

Ciao. Conoscevo questo brano da un paio d'anni e l'ho sempre apprezzato x le sue voci ben distinte. E poi c'é l'intermezzo Adam é fenomenale 🎉❤🎉

[@aussiebloke609]

5:15 I love the opening sounds - very similar to a Jew's Harp (aka Jaw harp), with the same metallic twang and the same sort of overtones created. A rather countryfied sound, as it's a very simple, rustic sort of instrument.

[@thomaswest7746]

Indigenous tribal Throat singing

[@elliehart-2point0]

Acapella versus normal music... i laughed out loud. We're an abnormal lot, eh? 😊

[@SirHairless]

😅

[@rebeccarose7405]

You should check out the live version of The Siren’s Song” (Nobody but the Baby) by Allison Krauss, EmmyLou Harris, and Gillian Welch). It’s stellar! ❤️🎶

[@oberladyElise]

An amazing performance, such tight harmony, three such accomplished singers!

[@KarenWarren-bu2bv]

The overtone sound is supposed to be a mouth harp. Very southern instrument.

[@AmyNance-k1n]

Juice harp is what my family called that when I was very young, it is Chance. Beginning and End.

[@kmwwrench]

I have to admit that this isn't one of my favorites, but it is very well done. I find it amazing how mesmerizing just standing in a row. In the live performances, it's fun to see the looper demo and the additional harmonica in the bridge.

[@NerdyNanaSimulations]

See Adam Rup do it all visible by watching this... Home Free's Adam Rupp # beatbox solo

[@marshac7738]

The incomparable Adam Rupp--beatboxer and vocal percussionist extraordinaire!! Home Free's secret weapon❣️🎼🥰🎶❤️ I don't know that anyone has ever actually publicized Adam's range, but I sincerely believe his is the widest vocal range of all the Home Free fellas 💕 And if you want to get a good dose of our amazing HF beatboxer singing, check out "Guilty Pleasures Hilariously Derailed". It's a longer video but SO worth it!! #HomeFree #AdamRupp #WorldsBestBeatboxer

[@GretchenMiller-r6k]

I've never seen a true listing of his range, but even Tim will say that Rupp has the largest range

[@toddlower5546]

The droning tone is made to emulate the mouth harp. A traditional musical instrument of the American South.

[@dinodasbunce6224]

My favorite version of this song is Peter, Paul and Mary's version. They recorded it as under the title 'Sorrow'.

[@Lulabee2024]

Great reaction! I love that you watched the movie!! One of my all-time favorites. Some folks here in the comments may want to check out ACTUAL Mongolian throat singing. From what I understand of it and have listened to, it's an ancient technique practiced long long before American "southern" or 'bluegrass" music and instruments were around. Thanks for this one!

[@kellytressler7671]

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[@tracyallshouse2730]

" Listen to the music " by Home Free.😊

[@smallmoments957]

Hahah, I'm imagining Sir Hairless in the Deep South singing with a southern twang. I don't think you would last very long in the gawdawful heat and humidity. 😅 This was a fun r/a, thank you!

[@SirHairless]

I complain about the awful (and cold) weather where I am but I think you're right 😅

[@tyghe_bright]

Another movie you'd like is Songcatcher, a drama about a musicologist collecting traditional Appalachian music. It's loosely based on the work of a couple of real musicologists, and has an amazing soundtrack, especially if you enjoy that "high lonesome" sound.

[@willjohnson8446]

With the “no-monica” sound, it seems like a lot of the sound is coming through his nose and he’s bending notes by pushing on his nose with his hand.

[@minneyruth]

❤❤ your funny 😅

[@katwestrich761]

The twang is I believe imitating excellently a poor southern old time instrument called a Jaw Harp. They were cheap and affordable to even the poorest dirt farmer.So very appropriate for song and location.

[@carolyncucinotta1990]

You crack me up! *throws a pillow at you at 5 AM* SHUT UP SIR HAIRLESS!" 😂

[@SirHairless]

[@ericclayton6287]

The overtone singing simulates a jaw harp, a typically bluegrass rhythm instrument, plucked and using the mouth as a resonant chamber.

[@LindaLittle-m7j]

Home Free is an Acapella group, means no instruments!!❤

[@patriciab8876]

You are correct that it is an old American Folk Song, but it is much much older than 1913. This song was created in and around the hills of Kentucky and Tennessee and thereabouts. The writer is unknown and the song was probably developed over some time and possibly with many contributors. It was never "written" but in 1913 Dan Burnette put the song to paper and had it published which then allowed him to profit from it. It was already very old when he took claim to it.

[@mandysmith1756]

I love Home Free's music and have the greatest respect for all of them, but for me Adam Rupp is just something else. Seeing him perform in concert, particularly when he does his solo, is amazing. It's so much more than just a drum/beatboxing solo now, because he uses his voice and a looper in such a creative way. He released a single before Christmas called The Rise of Robo_Rhythmo - it's on the streaming services but no video as yet. Maybe one for a reaction? Anyway looking forward to more Home Free soon.

[@patriciaferrini-xt1ry]

I think this song is showing a beautiful range of mascunality and power. Strengh softness... sensible warm powerful...

[@groundhog7063]

At some point before you get into Tim's solo stuff, you might want to do Home Free's version of Mayday. You'll understand why when you hear it.

[@SirHairless]

I've done it already

[@groundhog7063]

@SirHairless I'll see if I can find it then. I looked through, but apparently too quickly. Lol

[@groundhog7063]

@SirHairless found it. Watching now.

[@PeggyHarbert]

CHECK THEIR LIVE VERSION OF SEA SHABTY MEDLEY

[@hesychasticus]

It appears to me that the "no-monica" sound is coming from Adam's nostril. If you look closely, at least in the one-handed version, he closes off one nostril and presses his nose to the side.

[@Vlad_Duran]

You looks like the profesor Xavier, right? i love your analysis

[@SirHairless]