I BLINDFOLDED MY COUSIN AND INTRODUCED HIM TO CHRIS STAPLETON - COLD FOR THE FIRST TIME

[@OldManStache]

"Country singer singing a r&b blues type song." If that doesn't describe Chris Stapleton I don't know what does. The man doesn't really have a genre, but I think that's the best description ever.

[@RuppleberryReactz]

😊

[@busher69]

Agreed, the guy lives in no musical box.

[@kathylee1261]

Ray Charles was a R&B singer that sometimes sang country

[@pamjarrett-s9s]

Exactly!

[@willdickinson8135]

To be fair this is a straight up blues song. It doesn't get more blues

[@MrDave_405]

Stapelton's rendition The Star Spangled Banner is indescribable. There are no words.

[@BarbaraErskine-l5u]

I don't believe that any other singer in any genre can ever top Chris Stapletons version. Beyond words

[@tripsleft7648]

That is the only version of the anthem I've gone back and watched multiple times. It was absolutely perfect

[@JSAFIXIT]

I agree 100% That was absolutely perfectly done.

[@patrec7638]

Listening to it even now, gives me chills. No wonder it moved grown men to tears. That is the way a National Anthem should be sung.

[@joettebaumann-cr2xl]

I'll look it up. Thank you.

[@jeremydale5163]

Chris’s voice is a once in a lifetime thank God we all get to hear it

[@Rhondaandjames]

If Al Green came out with this song in the 70's no one would have batted an eye, and it would have been a number one hit.

[@michaelweber9290]

If you’re gonna play Chris Stapleton for someone who’s not heard him before you got to hit ‘em with “sometimes I cry” that’s the move.

[@DavidD-u2z]

Yes!

[@lsweeten1971]

Yep!

[@hacho378]

Couldn't thumps up this hard enough.

[@Arthrninja]

FACT.

[@johnmorrison8956]

Facts

[@richardturk7162]

Chris is one of those musicians that comes along once in several decades that stands above most others as far as sheer talent goes. Chris and Vince Gill are friends.

[@civlwrbuf]

Hearing this, I can honestly see Stapleton singing the next James Bond film opening credits sequence.

[@seangates1451]

He would be great for that!

[@michaelboen2314]

The orchestra is what's makes the bond sound

[@kenjackben]

I said the exact same thing when I heard those strings kick in and yes the orchestra is what makes it sound like a bond theme and orchestral blues Bond theme I think if he did sing a bond theme; the Brits would go nuts they would definitely love it

[@nate-404]

Oh that'd be epic!!!

[@lindanichols3415]

Brilliant 😍

[@jessicamurray3940]

I love the way you did this. Not letting him see him at first then when he sees him 🤌🏻

[@sherrybaldwin2544]

You’re exactly right he’s from the hills of Eastern Kentucky, Born in Lexington but raised in Staffordsville Kentucky, We are so very proud of this young man, a really wonderful person!!

[@robertcaywood5471]

Chris Stapleton sang for the bluegrass band The SteelDrivers from 2007 - 2010. So yes, you are correct with the bluegrass reference in his style.

[@brettpolach1687]

This and everyone forgets the Jompson Brothers album, some of the best rock ballads ever sung.

[@kimberlyokeeffe5360]

He also grew up in Kentucky, which has deep Blue Grass roots.

[@Jodi_Johnson]

​@@brettpolach1687so agree!!

[@robbinsjr1]

"Country music ain't nothin but 3 chords and the truth". This man is the living proof of that concept.

[@darkmage212]

Speaking nothing but the truth.

[@brendastith2160]

Chris Stapleton has a voice of his own. LOVE HIS VOICE THAT GIVES ME CHILLS 😍

[@thomasstengel7356]

Finally, a "country" singer that makes music that's listenable. Stapleton is a beast. When you bring out the blues underpinnings like Stapleton does, it elevates everything.

[@easypeezie4494]

100%

[@TexasDonna-xu6fq]

This was so much fun to watch!!! Thanks for sharing this!!! Wait until your cousin hears Tennessee Whiskey when Chris hits the high notes!!!!!!

[@RuppleberryReactz]

I was blown away

[@joysgirl]

Thank you for introducing me to this artist, I'm not a country western fan, but this is golden. BTW, Stapleton is the guy playing the guitar.

[@tomemig7465]

I don't know if you've seen it, or if your cousin has, but Chris Stapletons, Sometimes I Cry, is amazing.

[@DavidD-u2z]

Yea man..the very early live version of it is one of the greatest live performances of all time

[@rachelcarter5282]

CrrrrrYyyyyyyYyyy

[@enkeli19]

That man’s voice always gives me goosebumps! Tennessee Whiskey is a favorite of mine and I need to see that reaction.

[@skullionchild]

Chris is his own genre. He is ALL of it!!!

[@mariehartley6840]

❤

[@anthonylawson2275]

He and Ray Charles

[@ljunod]

And Sturgill Simpson.

[@patrickwittman6214]

"That boy got on cowboy boots"... He ain't wrong

[@paulaosborne6478]

I couldn't help but laugh when he said that.

[@belindalee4626]

Chris Stapleton music pull feelings from deep inside your soul. You get chills and tears while he is expressing his hurt.

[@TexanUSMC8089]

That's the best way to listen to music. You either like it or you don't. It doesn't matter what they look like. Chris can sing an old country ballad or a R&B Soul Blues song.

[@JohnSmith-pp8rf]

What a way to introduce your cousin to Chris Stapleton! Do more blind introductions!

[@williamstreet4304]

Mr. Boyd, you can bring back that cousin anytime you want. I'd love to watch him experience Tennessee Whiskey for the first time. Awesome!

[@tiberoculus6725]

His version of the national anthem was just pure emotions

[@wesleycarson9254]

Saw Chris stapleton live in Charlotte and one of the best live vocal performances Ive ever heard

[@gwenj5419]

BB King and many other blues singers have the rasp. Chris sounds more country because of his twang.

[@wadehm63]

This is the first time I ever heard Chris Stapleton. I'm old school and outlaw country, (Hank Williams Sr, George Jones, Marty Robbins, Hank Jr, Waylon Jennings, Merle Haggard, David Allen Coe). I gotta hear more of Chris Stapleton. Man that was good. I felt that. Been there.

[@TripletDad3]

Try listening to him with The Steeldrivers, especially If it Hadn't Been for Love.

[@karenwalsh1143]

Oh man, there's so much to discover with Chris Stapleton ! "ARKANSAS" LIVE AT CMT AWARDS "NOBODY TO BLAME" LIVE AT CMA AWARDS "WHISKEY AND YOU" LIVE AT CMA AWARDS "EITHER WAY" LIVE AT CMA AWARDS "WHAT ARE YOU LISTENING TOO" LIVE AT RADIO STATION AND OF COURSE "TENNESSEE WHISKEY" LIVE AT AUSTIN CITY LIMITS... just a few for a start❤

[@tahoemike5828]

You'll like him, those guys would have.

[@dashriprock9060]

Love Stapleton, and I'm recommending William Beckmann as well 😎👍

[@carmengalliano415]

Your choice has changed my mind about Country Western music. I’m in love with his music

[@georgeyazbeck9157]

Seems like you have a good relationship with your cousin. Good cousins are a Godsend. Loved that you introduced him to Chris.

[@randyholbrook9604]

“Because HE is country, that’s why THIS is country..” 👏 well said!

[@WaddleAero]

“Country male singer don’t go to high” -Vince Gill is offended 😂

[@MrWhit30]

lol my first thought as well. But then Vince isn't todays "Country". We are old. So are Vince and the Eagles. The high lonesome sound is niche nowadays.

[@AngB517]

so is Chris 😆.....the vocal runs this man does, wow!

[@naloboy7450]

Bryan White

[@meaghanhoffmann5869]

Vince Gill ❤

[@5150pb]

Imagine him hearing Ralph Stanley.

[@FilaMax7520]

This is for the host of this channel. This is my first time coming across your channel. I stopped by to listen, because I'm a fan of Chris Stapleton's. And while I'm impressed with his music, in particular, this song, I must say that I'm equally impressed with you. Your ability to articulate your interaction is verbally clear and intelligent. I hope that all the black, young men who are subscribed to your channel are taking note. Thank you for being such an outstanding example for them 👏 😀

[@aprilphillips3404]

You should do this more often. I love his reaction to Chris. I love things like this.

[@brianmullins2110]

Dude you guys are great together, you’re on to something here. Keep up the great content

[@opalmay70]

I didn't quit smiling the entire time!! Being a native of Tennessee and a true Southern Belle, I can say...y'all that boy can sing!!

[@thomasford4716]

As the smile got wider as the song progressed was awesome.

[@rubyemes]

Cousin has a really good ear. He guessed a lot right while blind folded!

[@kyle-409]

He does have a great ear for music

[@cptight88]

He is on point. Nice ears!

[@NativeTexan-fm5dy]

Love Chris Stapleton, and this was a fun way to watch a reaction video!

[@elizabethrossi7604]

THANK YOU for doing this one again! You BOTH are fun to watch! It's really difficult to "classify" Chris Stapleton into a specific genre of music. But I don't really care! He's great no matter what genre he's in! Thank you again!

[@benjamindecraene3748]

Man, he nailed it. I like this whole idea. Beautifully executed.

[@FactChecker4ThePeople]

You are a great cousin! Chris Stapleton has so much soul in his voice, he is a beast!

[@tomemig7465]

Live at the Bing Lounge, just Chris and his guitar, singing Sometimes I Cry.

[@Dano_in_Texas]

The more I listen to "Cold"... the more I get serious Ready Charles vibes... especially with the orchestra strings in the background. Stapleton is just amazing.

[@dalemurnane8705]

Chris mentioned once he loves Ray.

[@Sparkyfish35]

I love the blind introductions

[@keithswinson1116]

Love seeing the joy in you guys. God Bless

[@FngrsXd-n25]

He is a GIFT from above as well as his WIFE MORGAN like many other gifted SINGERS.

[@andreworlando7374]

I love this series of videos you do with your cousin

[@RuppleberryReactz]

😊

[@andreworlando7374]

@RuppleberryReactz I will be checking out your new channel too

[@AngB517]

This is generally my thoughts on Chris 'blues, southern rock, rockabilly, bluegrass, country (85% Outlaw Country/15% 'Mainstream' Country), soul' all together, there's an element of each of those in his body & soul. I know why he's classified Country, I just don't think there's a box to put him in 100%

[@kenashburn5473]

You also need to check out Chris' "I Was Wrong" and his cover of "it's a Man's World". No doubt would make James Brown proud.

[@Cjamesj88]

I don't even like country, and I love Chris Stapleton. Glad your cousin liked it too.

[@robinmentzer7974]

What a fun way to introduce someone to Chris Stapleton's music. Be sure to tell your cousin when he listens to Tenn. Whiskey it' should be the live version from Austin City Limits.

[@tinamartin2717]

His wife also sings! They sound amazing together ❤

[@CC6_Fanclub_President]

"That boy got on Cowboy boots".... Love it!!!

[@DanFan2042]

Yes he does...

[@sharronbrown9182]

Thank you so much! I have heard of Chris Stapleton in passing, but never listened to him, but I am BLOWN AWAY!!! WOW!!! Someone mentioned that he has a cover for. "It's a man's world" and I can't wait to hear that!!! Please let us hear it. 🙏🏼😊

[@chargedlt1]

I love this blindfold stuff… ears hear many things the eyes don’t recognize.

[@tylerjensen3823]

Now you gotta have him listen to “Higher” and hear Chris really doing the high notes !

[@supasoulproductions]

So far he has nailed Angelina Jordan being a kid and Chris Stapleton being a country singer. Pretty good ear, I'd say.

[@Red_Cupp]

He got Pete and Bas being older guys too

[@peggycushen]

Absolutely!!

[@TexasRivermedic]

Dude, your cousin is nailing these blind reactions.

[@cherokeedreams2519]

Chris Stapleton is so amazing! Old school country and blues are truly enmeshed together at the heart of it all. I am happy that Chris brings both to the table in such a phenomenal way.

[@cindyphifer970]

Wilson Pickett is one of my favorite soul singers and I think his voice is raspy. Chris's guitar playing reminds me of B.B. King in this song and I love B. B. also

[@exeterpeg4809]

Wow, Cous nailed it! Except for the singer and guitarist being different people. Loved this

[@tammydean3003]

Was a lead singer for the bluegrass band The Steeldrivers. Then also had a rock band called The Jompson Brothers also.

[@dp8169]

Gentleman, your pure reaction is priceless. I love that people are waking up to different genres. Music like food binds all of us.

[@francescashanae5305]

"If you don't appreciate country music, you should appreciate this orchestra" 💀💀🤣

[@oliviarose5030]

Make sure he also listens to Chris doing the National Anthem. Doesn’t have to necessarily be for this channel, but I think he’d appreciate that video.

[@williamyancey2213]

I love watching the reactions of his music. I try to watch everyday and it warms my heart for humanity to see how many different people see it the same way i do. He has transcended many peoples lives and it’s amazing to watch.

[@alysiam1]

Chris Stapleton wife Morgan is a great singer also, and they sing and write songs together a lot.

[@tekknow-9419]

Chris Stapleton is not really a country singer, he's a blues singer that sings some country songs. Listen to most of his songs, blues or heavily blues influence.

[@emeraldblue5291]

He's originally Kentucky Bluegrass. Travelers Wheel was a bluegrass band

[@kevincameron8437]

This song shows the difference between violins in a song and fiddles in a song...Chris has the feels in everything he does...Great reaction.

[@412foto]

saw him live this summer for first time and he is just as insane in person!! Absolutely AMAZING!

[@msjitter]

Mr. B, I can’t believe how much pleasure it gave me to watch your face watching your cousin. Your smile lit up my night and your cousin was amazing! He really nailed the most important aspects of the song. I loved it and I hope you do more.

[@musicairplanes4884]

I am 73 and have always been a huge fan of the blues and not so much country. Took me years to finally realize that those two genre's are very much related. Just coming from different cultures.

[@ZoneXV]

I find it funny that he says he looks like ZZ Top but sounds nothing like em, but Billy Gibbons of ZZ Top has a really raspy voice like Chris. ZZ Top is also a big musical influence of Chris'.

[@cravenmadness967]

LoL ... 'That band is SICK!, that band is Sick...' ... *Mr. L Boyd glances to the camera with that knowing grin* 'Oh, is that right?' Hahahhahahaha. Love it, man.

[@cathy_p637]

Your Cousin knows music! You and your Cousing just made me subscribe. Thank you, love to both of you.

[@steverobbbertmusic]

Mr. L Boyd, THANK YOU .. thank you, for introducing me to Chris Stapleton !! I'll be going down the Stapleton rabbit hole in the coming time. Absolutely amazing music and artist. Loved your reaction and face when the guitar solo hit at 5:35 :D

[@davidgilbert9607]

Visually not what you picture, but a whole lot more. The best rendition of the National Anthem.

[@herbtaylor4493]

Dude your cousin has an amazing speaking voice. He needs to do voice overs. Both of your diction is perfect and so impressive. You should introduce him to louis Armstrong "what a wonderful world"

[@scottlawrence3239]

Check out Chris with Justin Timberlake at the country music awards from a couple years ago. Also check out Chris doing I was wrong live at Austin City Limits.

[@82acroney]

Love the fact that Chris Stapleton has that orchestra behind him, reminds me of late '70s early '80s artist, such as the Bee Gee's (Too Much Heaven)

[@deniseemede5458]

He is amazing whatever he sings. True talent.

[@DougCates-z6v]

Mr.. Boyd, Your Cousin is Psychic! and you have both great taste in music. Great video!

[@TexasDonna-xu6fq]

Another CMA performance with Chris Stapleton and Justin Timberlake "Tennessee Whiskey/Can't Drink You Away" is an absolute banger!!! Epic performance!

[@mrrjortega09]

I never comment on anything, but this was dope! I’m feelin the blind listening reaction.

[@samanthahadwin]

I LOVE Chris Stapleton!!! Great blind listen!!!😆

[@joshuastickley2796]

This was a brilliant way to do this reaction because if you never heard him sing before or seen him it's nearly impossible to imagine its a country white guy. Another great reaction as always sir keep up the great work!

[@zachadams5165]

Pleeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeese take him down the Chris Stapleton road with us🤞🏼🤞🏼🤞🏼🤞🏼🤞🏼

[@Jayhawk92]

Chris can certainly hit high notes. I would suggest the song "Higher" as proof

[@jparker785]

He is amazing. You have to make people feel what you feel inside. 💓

[@sonialeaphart9669]

Oh, you should’ve done Tennessee whiskey that song is🔥

[@americanmadejustice2168]

My man got a good ear

[@Darrends-qn4tp]

Beautiful, just feeling the vibe, blindfold and all. You too MR.BOYD, first time hearing this song and I'm grooving with you. Love it, another great reaction.

[@kennethklees6251]

Dude your friend is so on point!!!! WOW!!!!

[@outvoted2011]

What a fantastic idea!! Truly a great appreciation and reaction. He nailed so many great points, and was impressive how “on point” he was!!

[@jlewis3203]

Love the way you did this with cuz!

[@FeliciaPastore]

Loved your brothers reaction...priceless!

[@KentuckyRedneck13]

He has a lot of phenomenal music already. I hope you'll check out "I Was Wrong." Before he went soio he played and sang in The Jompson Brothers... reminded me of the old southern rock at times, but hit some Zepplinesque grooves too. "On The Run,'" "Inside Your Head" and "Barely Alive" are personal favorites. I've also heard them do "The River' live, another favorite, and them there's "Whiskey And You." Dig in and you'll probably find a lot to love! Oh, he also played in the Bluegrass band "The Steel Drivers" before the Jompson Brothers. There's been a LOT of soulful music come from those eastern KY mountains, and we're proud of all of them. Might be a hard place to come up in, but some beautiful, wonderful people!! Thank you for this post and please keep them coming!

[@Robingarlick]

Wow! That was Great!!! Thank you Mr. Boyd , I never heard him before so thank you!

[@Kim-hc5si]

Chris Stapleton is THE TRUTH 🔥🔥🔥

[@dylnfstr]

Has he ever heard Tennessee Whiskey or Sometimes I cry? Would love to see his reaction to them too if he hasn't. This feels like a cover just like Tennessee Whiskey is a cover of David Allen Coe's Tennessee Whiskey.

[@laurabertram3742]

30 years ago a cd called Country, Rythm, and Blues provided a nice mix showing the correlation of the genres. Check out the duet with Travis Tritt and Patti Labelle "When something is wrong with my baby."