Music Teacher Reacts: VOICEPLAY - Can't Help Falling In Love With You

[@bjspeck4337]

Love the dissonant chords there. Layne, on the opposite end from Geoff, is the beatboxer/baritone/violinist. J None, with the ripped jeans, is next to Layne. Currently he is nearly 3 yrs into a 5 yr stint with the US Navy who recruited him for his vocal skills. He spent a couple of yrs out in Seattle with the chorus there but was promoted from baritone to bass and Seattle to Wash DC with the premier Navy chorus. It does make it easier for him to get down to Orlando (where VoicePlay is). He isn't a member right now but a fair number are hoping that he will be when he leaves the Navy. He has also recently written and video'd a piece called Am I Here. Eli (rhymes with jelly) is in the middle with a voice that can go from silk to metal and while he is a rock tenor from his early years he can also get down to high bass/low baritone if called for. He also does all the lighting and computer work for the backgrounds, green screens, etc. as well as character voices (he spoke for the Santa in Oogie Boogie). While Geoff and Layne have been alternating in video projects, Eli was responsible for the Creep project. He will be in the rotation now for producing VoicePlay's videos. Earl is the seriously bearded fellow and while is an original member along with Geoff and Layne, he has left for personal reasons after 24 yrs or so. At least we can go back in time and hear the stuff he has done over the years. One of his best is in Queen in 5 Minutes. On a VoicePlay tour he had a ruptured appendix and was hospitalized. The group used that event to create the mini-movie incorporating Queen in 5 Minutes.

[@capt.phineas2364]

Lane is on the far left, and typically he is the beatboxer. He can certainly sing, but pretty much hangs on the beatboxing. You would really enjoy their Warriors cover for sure. Another great vid, well done!

[@TempleMusicAcademy]

Thanks paul! Love seeing you in the comment section :) Hope you're well!

[@michelle32855]

I agree, Paul...imo Warriors is their very best to date.

[@ppdragos6796]

Lane's voice is far clearer on their cover of True Colours

[@capt.phineas2364]

@@ppdragos6796 Agreed on True Colors. Would be another showcase vid for reaction. He is pretty distinct in Bridge Over Troubled Water as well.

[@mettemllerpedersen3396]

@@ppdragos6796 Yeeeees please, True Colors

[@melaninikolova8495]

Loved the reaction!!! Need to hear "Queen in 5 mins" or "boy bands in 5 mins" !!

[@gamerjawa4348]

Yeah good idea bro

[@debhouckscraftycottage]

Agree

[@coolcoolcoolcoolcoolcool]

For a chance to see J.None, the guy with the ripped jeans sing, I'd suggest their cover of Tennessee Whiskey where they just kill that song.

[@TracyH13]

Voice play are my favourite of the acapella groups, they're so good

[@SbiHK]

Voiceplay are great. Found them via Home Free videos. Geoff doing Bare Necessities is pretty fun to watch.

[@daynanoneya3068]

Voiceplay is amazing! You can hear Layne (the one on the left) a little more in their cover of True Colors or a little in Bridge Over a Troubled Water. As others have said, he's normally the beat boxer. Although they do have a few songs in their part work series where either Geoff is doing bass AND beat boxing or Layne is doing both. They're very versatile. I ready think you'd like their Bridge Over Troubled Water, Warriors, True Colors, and Queen in 5 Minutes. Their Little Mermaid Medley and Boy Bands in 5 Minutes are awesome ads a lot of fun as well. Great reaction! Voiceplay is my absolute favorite!

[@andrewwebb6270]

The True Colors cover is one of my favorites from them

[@KatieFrog217]

I'm sure other people have pointed this out but Layne is the beat boxer, so he normally doesn't sing and when he does he usually blends in with the group. If you do want to hear him, there is a small part at the end of the song where you can pick him out! During the end song, at 7:47 in your video, after Geoff(The Bass) starts the first repetition, the second "for I" is Layne. A better example would be at 8:02 (technically just before it clocks over to 8:03) there is the group "for i" and then the second single voice following after them, that is Layne. His voice is actually really nice and I wish he got to sing more often.

[@jenmorley7607]

I can’t believe nobody has asked you to watch “just sing”by voiceplay...it is awesome it’s such a fun song to watch because the whole time you’re watching them collaborate with other singers and previous VoicePlay members and it’s just really a great entertaining video you should totally watch it you would love it!

[@nerdywordyprincess8499]

Just Sing is awesome! Definitely need the captions on for that one so you know who is who!

[@DravenGal]

The first time I heard this, it was so beautiful I actually cried!

[@johnnydodson3362]

Love your reaction to this cover of a classic Elvis song.

[@Seriphina]

Songs to check out by Voiceplay: Warriors Bridge over Troubled Water Daddy Sang Bass Little Mermaid medley Queen in 5 Minutes Superstition Also, TRUST ME when I say you need to check out Voctave.

[@Batsonoutdoordesigns]

Everyone who reacts to this proves it's greatness because it's so good. What you provide is a very in depth look behind why it is so amazing. There is so much artistic talent and training behind this and I can tell in your face you don't just like it but appreciate it We need more music like VoicePlays in this world

[@CharleneHoffman]

I have to say that I absolutely love your technical break downs of the different singers. I learn a lot and get to hear the songs more clearly in their different parts. Thank you for all of your reviews.

[@Rosannasfriend]

Great reaction! You’re one of the rare reactors who reacted to a voice play video that I’ve never seen before!

[@christinestromberg4057]

Laine on the left is normally the beatboxer but can sing too. Beautiful harmonies.

[@stevenyoungerman4748]

You should checkout “Mr. Blue Skies by Voiceplay. Great harmonies. They do a Queen in 5minutes medley that’s fantastic.

[@pampresley9311]

To me, they seem like a group for musicians because an average person wouldn’t understand just how good they really are.

[@kendallmoody4309]

They’re cover of warriors is INSANE! Great reaction btw. Loved the vid

[@Iansco1]

PTX, Voiceplay and Home Free all came off that ACA show in the early 2000s on NBC.

[@LeandraSilvio]

Their cover of Bridge Over Troubled Water is also incredible!!

[@ambrossialynn4041]

Fav rendition thus far! I've really been enjoying their stuff too. TY! I'm a beard girl! My hubby is a ginger, deeper shade. his hair is long and his full beard is to mid chest. prrrr... He game streams on twitch and I have to keep claws retracted... MINE! lol

[@amiemariecreative163]

🤣🤣🤣 just noticed "surely not everybody was kung fu fighting" 👊🏻aawesome!

[@allikl7188]

This cover still gives me chills whenever I hear it

[@dmckim3174]

You should do more of their videos. Queen in 5 minutes is a consistent favorite, but I have not found a bad one yet.

[@Bdub323]

Live hearing about the technical breakdown for those of us who don't know. Makes me appreciate what I am hearing 😌

[@beverlykrebs4372]

Ptx does this one too. It is awesome as well.

[@tararocksong5085]

Yeah, but we don’t have Avi doing the bass for this song. Voiceplay got Georg to sing the bass part and it’s amazingly impressive.

[@Just-Me1992]

You sir get a new follower for your love and joy for music that is awesome it radiates across your face 🙌🏼👏🏼

[@chad8788]

they are amazing. pentatonix also did a version of this song

[@mazda64life]

Tim Foust does my favorite version of this song. I don't believe its acapella because I definitely hear piano. But it still sounds amazing.

[@patreciaober3470]

I love Tim's version. Tim actually plays the piano in his version.

[@Raelzin25]

you should check out their cover of "This Is Halloween" it's great and gives some good spotlight for each member

[@sophia4915]

Love VoicePlay! I think you would also like Pentatonix rendition of this song!!

[@Ptxlive]

Pentatonix do a version of this, and its mind blowing !

[@kathyroux7386]

Omg, my favorite song. Voiceplay nailed it! Made me cry.

[@mr.poetateoh277]

The boybands in five minutes one shows them all off pretty well

[@Kick_Time]

Great reaction!!!! Please react to their little mermaid melody, they each get a chance to show off their vocals. Its also a great song if you wanna hear j none (guy in ripped jeans) Hes a great singer. Thanks!!!

[@Silverbell_TTV]

Their name is quite literal. They said when they were on The Sing Off they love playing with their voices. Another thing particularly characteristic of them is that they're quite theatrical as you no doubt saw in the Oogie Boogie song.

[@cherrycrissycris]

loved to hear your reaction

[@chenmd16]

Agreed with the other commenters, you would probably like VoicePlay’s Tennessee Whiskey!

[@rogermolstead2145]

Elvis did the first recording of this song I ever heard - the bad news is I remember it, most folks have only heard about it! Sorry I don't know the group member names yet, but I will pay Voice Play some attention in the future. In my head I am comparing this bass to Avi Kaplan and Matt Sallee (Pentatonix) and I'm finding this guy deep, but not as satisfying. I gotta hear more and see if I can pick out what my problem is. Overall, I want to hear more. Thanks DJ.

[@jan10e5]

Great reaction! Love Voiceplay! Though you should react to Folsom Prison Blues by Home Free (it's a quarantine song) or Can't stop the feeling. They're both awesome! Also Voiceplay's boyband medley is great!

[@gamerjawa4348]

Next reaction VoicePlay again"boy band 5 minute"

[@smallfamily2604]

Subscribed! Loved your reaction to this! If you loved this one, try Bridge Over Troubled Water, True Colors, Warriors, Daddy Sang Bass, or Queen in 5 Minutes. You won't be disappointed!

[@Celebriel82]

Voiceplay is really good about rotating the front man of a song to allow the group to really shine from song to song, their medleys are a good place to see this in action in a single video. Check out the Little Mermaid or Moana one.

[@thelittlething]

Please do more Voiceplay

[@ashleysheree7057]

If you want to hear a little more of the beatboxer singing (guy in the turtleneck) you should listen to their cover of Bridge Over Troubled Water

[@TheBenKimberlin]

The reason you couldn't distinguish Layne's (far left) voice is that he is normally the vocal percussionist, and he doesn't like having a lead. It's rare for him to sing at all, but even rarer for him to have a lead or solo. I highly recommend True Colors, his voice is much easier to distinguish in that one.

[@haloboy456]

PTX version is dope too, made me low key cry, and it is its own arrangement

[@mawe9518]

Love this song :) Next song from Voiceplax could be Warriors, Boy band in 5 Minutes or Dady sang bass. Or Geoff's Blackbird is really amazing !

[@scotthritz6641]

The guy on the far left is Layne the best boxer. He doesn’t always sing in their videos but can do it well.

[@CarlaDelk]

Thanks for your reaction! You should check out Tim Foust's from Homefree version of Cant help falling in love. The only version other than Elvis's on my playlist. Tim's range is amazing!! Stay safe and healthy and have a blessed day!

[@thatpositiveb]

Wait before we go any further Elvis was the original performer of this song he recorded it for the movie Blue Hawaii which he also starred in. (My mom made me watch all of Elvis movies growing up).

[@bradriley2614]

Would love to see you react to home frees cover of how great thou art or ring of fire!

[@azzix]

Yes!

[@angelaschnepp9953]

Listen to their version of cheerleader (actually do both pentatonix, and voice play). Cheerleader is actually how I found/first one i heard of voice play. All 3 are uniquely different but all bring the same energy. Edited because home free did all about the bass not cheerleader

[@BiggySn1p3r]

PTX's rendition is great as well.

[@majesticmaniac6420]

queen in five minutes and their billie eilish one

[@kelleykillinger2592]

I think you would enjoy "Thinking Bout You - Frank Ocean | VoicePlay A Cappella Cover" or "That's Christmas to Me" by Pentatonix.

[@heidisumner4321]

Pentatonix does a amazing version as well

[@georginafletcher1688]

Great reactions! Should check out Geoff's cover of Blackbird, layering is own voice over, brilliant! 😊❤

[@vanessamorris1985]

Please react to Voiceplay's Queen in 5 mins, Tennessee Whiskey, and The Little Mermaid medley in which Layne(beatboxer/turtleneck guy) has a great little solo 😁

[@heathermcphie7567]

Only remember Elvis singing this and he is my hero grew up listening to him but this is lovely xxx

[@cavamom]

You really need to listen to this song from Tim Foust. It's just him and he's playing piano. The simplicity make it so so powerful. It really shows his range and my chills got chills. Gets you right in the feels! It was done before he joined Home Free. I really like Voiceplay but this version seems over produced to the point it barely resembles the original song.

[@randiskye4444]

Not sure if they have toured with this song, it was released in 2020, so may not have been road tested prior. Per Geoff, in their live performances they have an in ear "click" that gives them the timing of the songs, so since they are always playing off cues from each other onstage, it keeps the timing accurate. Hope that made sense.

[@lkreinmiller-author]

The guy on the left doesn’t usually sing. That is Layne and he is the best box. Also he arranges a lot of their music. Plus he plays the violin..

[@Bonofox1]

Also check out Can't Help Falling In Love by PENTATONIX!! They did theirs in 2016 😃🙏

[@mikelwoody5423]

Geoff has a new one out, well not that new i dont think, but misty mountain. you have to hear it

[@trinkab]

Have you seen Geoff's cover of Blackbird (Beatles)?

[@lkreinmiller-author]

You like This is Halloween. VoicePlay sang it, too.

[@Jsman525]

PTX also does this song. Its an interesting comparison. Over all I prefer Pentatonix and their harmonies. Geoff is my favorite part of this version and voice play.

[@susanpeterson9947]

You are right that Elvis had a big hit with this song. Not sure if you’re aware, PTX also did a great job with it, with Mitch taking the lead.

[@trinkab]

Yes Elvis did this originally. You also probably heard UB40's version. 😊

[@kellimclaughlin6791]

Watch- Tennessee Whiskey by Voiceplay

[@HoustonB93]

I’m a fan of the beard static on your mic lol.

[@cyborgpencil5767]

Definitely watch their boybands in five minutes

[@SolennBreizh]

You should check Pentatonix's version of this song!

[@maggaw9869]

Checks out Marko Hietala in Tarot. Guardian Angel & Live Things That Crawl At Night from Finland. Markos big brother Sakari on guitar :)

[@maggaw9869]

Nightwish A Cappella medley / by Hellscore.

[@kerrismith5986]

Young Layne is the chappy on the far left. He is their beatboxer and also arranges a lot of their music. I agree with Paul Evans. Covering their version of Warriors will be a treat for you. Again, Layne is not beatboxing!!! (Not in the video at least.) That's all I'll say. Layne does have a nice light(?) baritone. J's baritone has more oompf. In my opinion, anyway.

[@michelle32855]

Layne also plays a mean violin...and can beatbox while he does it

[@Debs_Badger]

Layne *does* beatbox in "Warriors" along with everything else he is doing. 😉

[@kerrismith5986]

@@Debs_Badger Yes. But not in the video. Or not that I saw! Lol

[@Debs_Badger]

@Kerri Smith Look closer! LOL I see him doing it at ~1:29, 1:34, 1:57, 2:03, 2:29, 2:51...it is *real* easy to get distracted by everything else going on... I get it 😉

[@kerrismith5986]

@@Debs_Badger Whoops!! :D

[@imiko-cu2nq]

Have you ever heard Adele's HELLO sung by One OK ROCK's Taka? Please listen to it.

[@baronessofleeds1866]

Please do a reaction to hamildrop "First Burn". It is a song told from the point of view of Eliza Schuyler, Alexander Hamilton’s wife, as a reaction to the recount of his affair in the Reynolds Pamphlet, in lieu of “Burn” from the Original Broadway Cast Recording of Hamilton. First Burn" is the fifth song in Hamildrops and was released in April, 2018. This was the first draft of the song Burn sung by Eliza in Act 2. It was written by Lin-Manuel Miranda, produced by Alex Lacamoire and Mike Elizondo and performed by Lexi Lawson, Arianna Afsar, Shoba Narayan, Rachelle Ann Go, and Julia Harriman, who have each played Eliza in the show in various Hamilton companies.

[@alexusreeder6377]

Are you talking about Eli? He is awesome.

[@ilichiregius2884]

Would it be considered a "Music-Nerd-Moment" when you see JD mouthing the beats 2:42 ..."1-2-3-4"?

[@TempleMusicAcademy]

150% :)

[@ilichiregius2884]

HA-HA! Good stuff! @@TempleMusicAcademy

[@alexusreeder6377]

You should watch Headless horseman by Geoff Castelucci

[@Celticwondergirl]

"K...Just gonna start right off" Geoff Castelluci does not play 🙃😍 Also a good one to hear J. None is Lost in Japan

[@Celticwondergirl]

Also Warriors and I Will Survive

[@ashleysheree7057]

I gotta say, I've been a fan of Pentatonix since they were in the sing off, but I got into VoicePlay about a month ago and they're kinda surpassing PTX for me. I just love them so much! I feel like compared to PTX, VoicePlay has more complex arrangements and more creative videos

[@walidn9977]

hey there! the 20 years old singer faouzia is going to release a new single with John Legend November the 5th! I would love to see a reaction :)

[@rogermolstead2145]

OK - I had to find out what bothered me about the bass - Geoff Castellucci's performance. I went out and found a very useful video called "2020 Bass Battle" that does a note-for-note comparison between Tim Foust, Geoff, and Avi Kaplan. I say it is useful because it highlights the same note in red as each performer hits it....ya get a real chance to compare each guy against the others. That video is 18 minutes long and covers a large sampling of notes. So, after all that, what's the answer? I dunno - I still can't pick out why this performance didn't quite work for me. Geoff is a great bass...it's just this recording.

[@rachelwashington5921]

Can you react to Something - Lalah Hathaway & Snarky Puppy?

[@maxkuhl7375]

pls reactt to Geoffs Version of Blackbird... its really impressive

[@natalie9140]

Hey man!!! upcoming singer-songwriter and musician Faouzia has a new single called “Minefields” coming out this Thursday November 5th with an unannounced featured artist #FAOUZIAMINEFIELDS💣🎈it would be really cool to see a reaction to it when it comes out☺️

[@dhr2330]

I need to tell you something about the reaction requests I will be sending to you, they will be unique and different, each request will be an artist that I was unable to find on your channel, if I do request an artist that you have heard it will be something extremely unique from that particular artist. I have come across several different artists that are not on your channel, if you have heard of these artists and yet have not reacted to them on your channel, please let me know. As you well know, one song can change your life.

[@timothybuell3314]

It may look a little fake because they lay down the vocal track first and then sing to it, but only to get the emotional content on the video.

[@antoinewalker9393]

I was wondering if you could react to babymetal - tales of the destinies and do a comparison to dream theater.

[@thegromguy8312]

Leon Lush? Is that you?

[@rolandapitton2964]

Please react to PTX's version of this song.

[@ilovetrue2571]

Please, Listen to: Enkh -Erdene-cant help falling in love.

[@halarnold3328]

Voice play blackbird

[@tH-ym3nw]

Since you did this reaction I went and listened to this version and the pentatonix version. I prefer the arrangement of the pentatonix version. This is good but it's not as emotionally connected and therefore loses something in my opinion.

[@nrdcoyne]

Great reaction but dude.... You gotta change the position of the mic. The beard scratching is driving me nuts! You're great and I'm really glad you reacted to this, but dude.... I'm wearing headphones at full volume (obviously). You're killing me.

[@fletcherrutland6293]

crinkle, crinkle, crinkle...what was that noise? 🙃