MUSIC COACH REACTS: VoicePlay - Nothing Else Matters (first time reaction)

[@CynicalTesuji]

Ah, the face of yet another person broken by VoicePlay. Join the family; you're in good company! 🤣 Seriously though, Geoff really outdid himself with this arrangement; you are certainly not alone in being a bit overwhelmed by how much was going on throughout that song- and that's not to mention any emotional impacts it has.

[@FaanaMusic]

Thank you for this comment! I can very much relate now, it's truly awesome the depth and amount of detail their arrangements have!

[@DTA-Music]

@@FaanaMusic Word of advice: when you get to their cover of Hoist the Colours, before you start, make sure your pants are firmly in place. One reactor notoriously walked off without his over that video. 🤣

[@Ctlife1986]

I remember that😂😂😂

[@DarciKat256]

We need a VoicePlay reactor rescue team or something.

[@DTA-Music]

@@DarciKat256 I mean Mortius alone would keep them running 🤣

[@thisismetoday7423]

Geoff deserves an award for this arrangement 😅

[@FaanaMusic]

Absolutely! It's crazy good!

[@rmdewberry2482]

It ain't a VoicePlay reaction until you gotta yell "Stop it!" at the screen. ❤‍🔥❤‍🔥❤‍🔥

[@FaanaMusic]

I mean, what can I say... 🤯

[@marshayoung9387]

​@@FaanaMusicNever take your eyes off of them. The interaction they have with one another is awesome. The expressions & body language Cesar ( the guy with the big hair ) has is amazing to watch. He has the most expressions of them all & a voice that will bring tears to your eyes as in their cover of Creep. Always watch the video till the end of the credits because sometimes they pause or blackout before something special. The same goes with Geoff Castallucci's solo covers.

[@lkayh]

There are a few things that you can expect in every Voiceplay song: 1) Everybody gets a solo-and you’re going to love each one. 2) Geoff is going to hit a note in the first octave or lower. 3) Layne is going to crush the beatboxing and nearly always leave you wondering how he made some kind of sound. 4) The arrangement will be terrific (credit to either Layne or Geoff, sometimes Eli). And 5) They will always surprise you-here it’s the violin (VioLayne has made an appearance in three Voiceplay songs so far), and also the fact that they acapellaed the heck out of a song most people don’t think is going to work with just vocals. (Sometimes there’s a 6-when it works in the song they will make you laugh.) There are a lot of songs on Voiceplay’s channel-you won’t go wrong with any of them. Just pick the next one that looks interesting. Great reaction!!

[@katthor7311]

Absolutely agree! 💯

[@joeysmith5086]

Well said!

[@Juilene1965]

Isn't this just brilliant? I know you have listened to a couple of their songs now, but don't seem too familiar with who the guys all are yet, so please allow me to introduce you properly to our favorite Acapella guys! Left to right: Geoff Castellucci...human subwoofer with a 5 octave range and perfect hair. LOL. Does about half the arranging for the group and also has his own solo channel. J.None... smooth baritone/tenor with the amazing R&B voice, former full member of Voiceplay but currently singing in the Navy choir and features with them whenever he can. Eli Jacobson...(pronounced "Elly" like jelly) little bald rockstar tenor with all the grit and amazingness. He also does most of the lighting and effects in their videos, an occasional arrangement, plus he does some voice acting as well, or so I understand. Cesar De La Rosa, the baby of the group. Newest member...that sweet, silky, emotional voice that ranges from baritone to quite high tenor...he will go from sassy to breaking your heart in 3.5 seconds. And finally Layne Stein (aka VioLayne) vocal percussion voodoo master..nobody can beatbox like Layne! Plus he does about half the arranging. And of course, he plays violin. Also known to be a bit obsessive about carrots...but you'll figure that out if you continue down this wonderful rabbit--hole! Enjoy!

[@JillPeterson-dr6ox]

Don't worry Voiceplay is well known for breaking reactors. And the fans love watching it because they've broken us too. If it becomes to much you are allowed to end the song (after you finished watching to the end) to just take your headphones off and walk away. We'll understand 😊😅😂

[@karinwolf9639]

Yes! That's the way it is... Great reaction. Next one could be "In the hall of the mountain king". Go, listen to a concert version of a full orchestra first... any philharmonic version will do. THEN switch over to the VP version... and try not to die in awe and laughter! 🎉😂❤

[@estherreeves6445]

so much this !!

[@macbas6554]

But he doesn't know how important the carrot is to Layn 😂😂😂

[@karinwolf9639]

@@macbas6554 We are going to tell him...

[@Gael4ce]

And….now you understand why their fans are so intense in our affection for them. This one flat out gave me cold chills the first time I heard it.

[@daletimberlake8109]

YES!! #Voiceplay and VioLayne breaks another reactor!! Your next reaction needs to be Valhalla Calling!! You're only three songs into the rabbit hole. We're going to break you multiple times. And, longer videos are fine, we love it!! Back up...start over...no worries!!!

[@FaanaMusic]

Thanks for this, this one has been now recommended a few times, can't wait!

[@draclaudiasilva4323]

Yes… Valhala calling❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@BetsySchiller-sj2sm]

Voiceplay are the Reactor Busters, especially voice coaches and musicians 😂 No matter what sing they cover, it's always a great surprise. Great reaction ❤

[@VoicesfromtheSwamp]

You can't go wrong with VoicePlay. They are phenomenal!! I highly recommend 'Oogie Boogie' from Nightmare Before Christmas, ,'Hoist the Colors' from Pirates of the Caribbean, 'Valleha Calling', 'Queen in 5 minutes', 'Dream On', and Geoff's cover of 'Jack's Lament' also from Nightmare Before Christmas.

[@FaanaMusic]

Thank you a lot more to come!

[@marshayoung9387]

​@@FaanaMusic thank you for another priceless reaction to Voice Play. When someone says it can't be done, Voice Play will prove them wrong. They always stay true to the original yet make it their own at the same time. I recommend Voice Plays cover of Dream On originally by Aerosmith.. Voice Plays cover of Carry On Wayward Son originally by Kansas & Voice Plays cover of a medley of Queen songs titled. Queen In 5 Minutes. This one will blow you away. It is on the theatrical side ( after all they are known as The Theater Kids of Acapella ). Voice Play knocks them out of the ball park.

[@BeatrizPOMPONLEVAINVILLE]

This is the cover that makes Chicago invite Voiceplay to sing with them on November 17th and 18th (live). Now you know why. Great reacction !!

[@FaanaMusic]

😯😯😯 wow, thanks for telling me, I had no idea.

[@marshayoung9387]

​@@FaanaMusic please do a reaction video to Geoff Castallucci cover of Folsom Prison Blues originally by Johnny Cash. Geoff is the low bass singer in Voice Play. He rented out an entire decommissioned prison for this one. His wife Kathy was his only crew. Geoff loves to clone himself 3 or 4 times to harmonize with himself. As with all his solo covers weather you see his clones or not rest assured they are there to back him up. Listen to the end of the credits to hear what he has to say.

[@BeatrizPOMPONLEVAINVILLE]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/hIWsZnyYrbp0fNo This is the link to "If you leave me now", but they sang four others songs. This concert took place in Atlantic City, last year. Put "voiceplay chicago live" on youtube if you want to see the other ones. :)

[@acorrado5529]

Thanks for your reaction and coming back to Voice Play! Legendary band ,'Chicago', saw this when Voice Play released it and reached out to Voice Play and Voice Play sang with Chicago in two concerts back in November. So glad you are enjoying them and I look forward to more of your reactions to Voice Play and solo Geoff Castellucci (bass singer has his own channel). Please check out Voice Play's "In The Air Tonight".

[@FaanaMusic]

I'm so glad this happened and can't wait to see more!

[@ThouShaltNot]

"This should be illegal" just killed me XD But for real, I've been loving your VP breakdowns, they are an absolutely mind-blowingly talented group that adores their fanbase, what more can you ask for?

[@FaanaMusic]

I think this is the first comment recommending their medleys, thank you so much I haven't thought of this, I'll certainly do some! Queen sounds especially exciting!

[@ThouShaltNot]

@@FaanaMusic It is so worth it, I promise! I comment on every reactor who does VP to give their Queen one a listen, it is my absolute favorite of their medleys. One hint for the video though that confuses some reactors, since its a very theatrical production that tells a story, it helps to read the text that pops up on the screen in the beginning, you'll see what I mean lol Also, the ACA Top Tens get skipped by a lot of reactors, but they're some of the best in my opinion because most of them are just done on mics in front of a camera with no studio touch-ups or anything, pure vocals only, and you can really see their natural talent. Next best thing to a live performance! The only exceptions I think are the Video Game themes one and Movie themes, but the Movie themes has the added benefit of featuring Rob from Home Free! Can't wait to see more VP from you!

[@christinestromberg4057]

VoicePlay always respect the original whilst making it their own. The singing is brilliant, it goes without saying, and Geoff's running bass is just amazing, but their arrangements are just so original and perfect. There have been a couple I was not totally fond of, a matter of taste, but even with those I have to admire their skill and talent anyway. Lovely reaction! Something you might notice is that they always dress appropriately, whether or not they're being theatrical. In this one they were all in black as the song was from Metallica's Black album.

[@ShadowPerson11]

This is exactly what I was hoping would happen when you listened to this one! VioLayne breaking people is always hilarious, and the entire arrangement and performance are stunning!

[@FaanaMusic]

Yeah, this one truly got me! 🤯

[@ilonadever8249]

Voiceplay always pays homage to the original but will never do a copy cat version. Geoff has said, Why do something that someone else has already done? Layne was going to sing the solo, but Geoff (his arrangement) asked if he could do it on violin. Layne has began playing violin when he was four and has played with orchestras. Eli, the bald tenor, has done a few of their arrrangements or co-arranged. He will be doing more in the future. His most notable are Eleanor Rigby and Creep. You will hear Cesar take a major role in Creep. And then do their version of In The Air Tonight. Or if you want to see really, really playful, The Lion Sleeps Tonight.

[@AynoTaicho]

It is amazing to watch you get so emotional. You really love music, everyone can see that. I got really hyped watching this video knowing what was in store for you!

[@marcospauloss4238]

Amazing music, amazing react guy.. 🤘👍

[@FaanaMusic]

Thanks so much, people like you keep me going!

[@hwyla4416]

And for a completely different emotion from them, I'll suggest either "Creep" or "I Can't Make You Love Me". Both show off their emotional range really well. Might want to keep the tissues handy. Cesar can break your heart. But after that, do something 'fun' like "We Don't Talk About Bruno" or "Drunken Sailor" to cheer yourself back up. Absolutely LOVING your reactions! Your enjoyment is so palpable.

[@FaanaMusic]

Thank you for the recommendations 🙏

[@DravenGal]

Voiceplay=Mind blown! This one blew a lot of reactors away. It's exceptional. It's like a warm jacuzzi for the brain. Great job reacting! Yesterday VP released a wonderful short, of "Pure Imagination," and I like it even better than Josh Groban's version, and that's no mean feat, since I'm a longtime Grobanite. If you don't mind my suggestion, the next time you do a Voiceplay song, add the short in too, as sort of a bonus. You'll love it, I have no doubt. And just a reminder on the names, facing the screen you have Geoff on the far left, Bass Extraordinaire. Than J. None, the soulful Baritone. Then Eli, the "Rock God." Then Cesar, who can really get you in the "feels," in the best way possible. Lastly, we have Layne, and now you know why he's also referred to as "VioLayne."

[@amberfuchscia709]

Thank you for a terrific reaction. ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@FaanaMusic]

You're welcome! More to come!

[@MtheHell]

Fantastic reaction! Thank you very much! This one is my favorite VP work, too. I think, the arrangement Geoff did here, really is 'perfect'. It's mind-blowing alone imagining "Metallica - Acapella?", but what they do concerning the arrangement of voices/layers is sensational. It hit me the first time I listened to it and still does now. The way of playing with expectations and surprising the viewer/listener is unbelievably good in this one. 🥰

[@hollyryalsgrubb1273]

One of my absolute favorites of #VoicePlay because of the way they flow in and out.

[@FaanaMusic]

Yeah, my favorite so far as well!

[@Aurora-cv5to]

SUCH a great reaction, thanks! liked/subscribed. Looking forward to more.

[@janetdw]

Great reaction. Your joy just shines through. I am not a fan of metal, but this is just extraordinary. The lyrics are so meaningful and this version of the song is amazing.

[@katthor7311]

I love your reactions because I love how intensely you feel music. Buzzing is the absolute perfect word to describe hearing this one for the first time. That's exactly how I felt.

[@EtherealForever]

My absolute favourite - mind blowing a capella version. Their other rock and gaming covers are also beyond amazing - you have a deep rabbit hole to go down! 🌹🕊

[@janeteitsworth8824]

Great Reaction

[@FaanaMusic]

Thank you! Much more to come!

[@Swan-yo6hn]

fantastic reaction! You might also like Seven Nation Army or Hall of the Mountain King

[@marleiaisenhoward1891]

Welcome!! So many to react to!! 😊😊

[@ingemojonsall3402]

Great reaction, thanks.

[@gilliandrysdale5306]

everything they do is good but I think this one is exceptional ❤

[@jillknowles5965]

I love your analysis of this performance. You are rapidly becoming one of my favorite reactors. Thanks so much for sharing your knowledge and enthusiasm.

[@thisismetoday7423]

He’s one of my favorites, too!! Along with The Fairy Voice Mother and now Sir Hairless. Throga is also great!

[@fabianamercedezortiz7631]

Hola desde Argentina... No sientes que te explota el corazón de amor y el cerebro porque no alcanzas a comprender todo lo que está pasando??!! Es impresionante... Te deja totalmente sin palabras... Eso es Voiceplay para mí... Un universo de belleza, con canciones que te hacen llorar y otras que no te puedes aguantar las carcajadas... Una verdadera montaña rusa de emociones... Gracias por tu hermosa reacción! Un abrazo enorme a la distancia!❤

[@chih-chaoyang5290]

Absolutely love your reaction!! This arrangement is definitely mind blowingly good!! Hope to see more reactions of VoicePlay's works!

[@FaanaMusic]

Thank you! Definitely more to come!

[@elmarwinkler6335]

Great reaction sir, VoicePlay and Angelina Jordan are my favorite vocalists. Neighborly greetings from Germany

[@stephaniemelato9491]

If you enjoy this then you must listen to their cover of ‘Creep’ and ‘Hoist the colours’. My two personal favourites however are their covers of ‘Tennessee Whiskey’ and ‘Can’t Help Falling’ the harmonies give me chills every single time, they are older songs though but 100% worth listening to 😊

[@FaanaMusic]

Thank you, I'll check it out. I'm Creep being a reoccurring request so I'll likely do that soon! 🎙️🔥

[@Starrynightdiner]

You’ve been played. VoicePlayed that is. ❤

[@rebeccarose7405]

Watching the amazement and joy on your face was great! This one always gives me goosebumps! More VoicePlay soon! ❤🎶

[@cmdrglass5096]

I cant wait to see you enjoying the Voiceplay cover of Seven Nations Army by The White Stripes

[@tiredangel39]

One difference with this one as compared to the other two you listened to is the arranger; Layne arranged Hellfire and Superstition while Geoff arranged this one. They are both brilliant arrangers, but their styles and approaches are just different enough that I can tell the difference between the two, but I cannot tell you what exactly it is that is different.

[@markwills6452]

that really was special

[@davidpower1136]

Love love love the excitement and passion in your face I feel it I’m hooked on this group with a couple of years ❤️.

[@Denalicat]

Great reaction and what everyone else said .😉

[@lucybogacheva1447]

Even Pentatonix doesnt break people like Voiceplay! and you havent seen Geoff s solo!

[@Uncle_John_II]

Can't get enough of reactions to this. Always worth watching.👍👍👍

[@FaanaMusic]

Yeah, I can imagine that others must also be broken by this!

[@bjspeck4337]

Your mind blown yet? VoicePlay did this over a year ago in January. They also dropped this that day and while they don't realize it, it was my birthday present from them. So drop-dead gorgeous and I never get tired of hearing it. Then they did Valhalla Calling (Miracle of Sound) and In the Air Tonight (Phil Collins) both different but incredible. An older one is Can't Help Falling in Love (Elvis and great chords in this.). When Eli took on the Creep (RadioHead) project, it is another that just fits like a glove. Not much percussion in this one but I Can't Make You Love Me (requested by Cesar). If you need a lift, had a bum day, whatever, try either of these - In the Hall of the Mountain King (Edvard Grieg 1875) and my favorite when I was playing it on my contrabass clarinet for the low notes, and then there is Drunken Sailor which is riotously glorious. When you are doing VoicePlay or Geoff's solos, always let it play out or at least look at the amount of time left on the video, you can often learn a lot or get little nuggets of pure gold. They actually did The Lion Sleeps Tonight originally intended as a mini less that 2 min...but VioLayne was having so much fun it morphed into a full-length video. It is still in the mini format. Also located just outside the doors of Pattycake Productions studio in the middle of the mall. Did the Time Warp there, moved over to just outside GameStop and did Peaches from Super Mario Brothers. These guys are incredible, they do everything themselves, no contracts, the creativity is just in their hands only. We're Good (Dua Lipa) was Cesar's ticket to membership in VoicePlay.

[@alfredoa334]

This is one of the best reactions to this song that I have seen!!! Enjoyed it just as much as the song. Congratulations, and thank you very much.

[@FaanaMusic]

You're more than welcome, I'm really happy you enjoyed it, the arrangement is just exceptional indeed! I'm only discovering VP but so far I've been blown away but everything I've seen.

[@alfredoa334]

The blown away part can be seen in your reaction. 😂 Keep up the good work. You have one more subscriber. @@FaanaMusic

[@FaanaMusic]

@@alfredoa334 thank you for the sub, a lot more is coming your way!

[@ljk5464]

😂 I love your reaction! One of the best "loss of words" I have seen over this cover!😊

[@FaanaMusic]

Thank you! I mean what can you do, when it hits you it's hits you, my favorite from them so far. 🎙️🔥

[@ronsbrat525]

This video earned the genre name Metallicapella.

[@letheardaw]

Try "Just Sing" (with the captions ON for intros and snark) to get an idea of all the great artists they have collaborated with. They did it during lockdown as a benefit for other artists.

[@dianeschluter9995]

Th first time I saw this I screamed so loud when VioLayne started my roommates came running in cause they thought I'd hurt myself!

[@debbiemedart6075]

❤

[@coffeeandtatuaje]

Ate up your reaction with a spoon. FANTASTIC

[@FaanaMusic]

Thank you! 🙏

[@neonslime5516]

In order from Geoff the bass, next to him is J. None, Then Eli the bald one, next is Cesar, and Layne (VioLayne). This is a great one. One I like is an earlier one the Oogie Boogie song.

[@FaanaMusic]

Thank you for the names, I'll try and do a better job with remembering them next time. 🎙️🎙️🎙️

[@FaanaMusic]

And I really appreciate the recommendation as well!

[@sag2horses]

#VOICEPLAY

[@jedryan4516]

I think that you would enjoy Voiceplay's cover of Radiohead's Creep. It is just so breathtakingly raw and emotionally gorgeous.

[@LokificentsLair]

We need the brand new Geoff castelluci doing wicked games.... it will break you

[@JoBarnes-x2n]

😂😂😂 Its all in their name "Voiceplay" they are brilliant.

[@michellemiles9966]

My vote for next up from Voiceplay is Skyrim/Dragonborn Comes or In the Hall of the Mountain King. ❤

[@bridgetdouglas4593]

Awesome reaction I am a new subscriber please do voiceplay doing whiskey in the jar

[@marge2548]

Ah, so many comments... what can I say no one has said already? If you want some sort of surprise by Voiceplay, I recommend "Eleanor Rigby" - I can say for sure that it managed to surprise me. It might not have the epiphany quality of Nothing else matters, but it was fun.

[@FaanaMusic]

Thanks for this, I love the Beatles and Eleanor Rigby, I actually made an acapella arrangement for my quartet for this one myself. This sounds very exciting! I'm definitely doing this one!

[@marge2548]

@@FaanaMusic Thanks. Can't wait to hear your thoughts on this one! 😀

[@thisismetoday7423]

And that one was arranged by Eli!

[@sallypursell1284]

Subscribing for the a capella. I hope you react to Pentatonix!

[@FaanaMusic]

Great idea, thank you!

[@leibmenter2331]

Don’t be afraid to make your videos 20 minutes long for a cover this involved. Lots of people do, and everyone appreciates it.

[@FaanaMusic]

Thank you for the suggestion! Maybe I can take my time and edit less. It would make my life easier as well. 🙏

[@leibmenter2331]

@@FaanaMusic definitely don’t go crazy with the editing. The bar is…quaint in the reactor/musician reacts world. We get it

[@lyndseyeshelman5936]

❤🎉🎉🎉

[@jaxsnyder8388]

Amazing reaction ❤! Do hoist the colours you will not be disappointed

[@cmdrglass5096]

I see you have watched a few of the more new stuff from Voiceplay but where are the older songs ? Also you do know that Geoff does solo songs as well you need to enjoy as well :)

[@barbarakennedy2667]

We don't mind you stopping, speaking, going back to play part again.... that is what should be expected of reactors. Btw, they don't bring out the Violin but for rare occaisions. That is why we call him VioLayne.

[@richardlester9241]

wonder if violayne has a list of reactors he's stunned?.......lol

[@joeysmith5086]

I have yet to see a reaction that Violayne doesn't affect someone lol.

[@FaanaMusic]

Haha, that moment is just so unexpected and fun...

[@draclaudiasilva4323]

You should try Oogie Boogie….❤

[@leechowning2712]

You're fine. None of us will blame you for being done. But you seriously need to hit their copy of in the hall of the mountain king. You thought this should be illegal. You have no idea how much of a crime can happen with this group.