Opera Singer Reacts - Gethsemane (Jesus Christ Superstar Cover) - Dan Vasc

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[@margot.J]

No other artist or singer has ever impressed me as much as Dan Vasc! His version of "Gethsemane" is the most touching I have ever seen or heard. Listen to his "Music Of The Night" from the Phantom of the Opera! Thank you for your great reaction ! 😊

[@PatPrice-fn4ws]

Music of the night is so amazing too. I haven't heard anything that wasn't amazing

[@AnnetteKommelt]

I came accidentally to Dan Vasc "Gethsemane" without knowing "Jesus Christ Superstar". I had just heard Dan´s "Amazing Grace". That was the only Song I knew by him. For one moment I didn´t pay attention and autoplay brought “Gethsemane” on. I was stunned, and his Performance hit me extremely hard. I will never forget this moment. Thank you very much for reacting/analyzing! 🌹

[@anjanettejansenvanvuuren6495]

Dan absolutely nailed this song. It always moves me to tears. He truly becomes the the song

[@user-vq9xs5hv2i]

What a masterpiece from Dan. The first time I watched it, I was speechless. A metal singer sings Gethsemane and does it so brilliantly. Sometimes I wonder if Dan knows how good he really is. The way he sings and presents himself captivates us. You become addicted to watching and listening to him again and again. Thank you for your continued support and insightful and wonderful response to this wonderful song from Dan.

[@luisnunes3863]

The original singer of this piece was Ian Gillian, of Deep Purple. He inspired Eric Adams and Eric inspired Dan. Comes full circle.

[@Aineb1039]

He is special, isn't he? I mean like, really special. . One that comes along only once in a lifetime.

[@terryeallen-stoda2152]

Seconded! ❤

[@Linx2Heart]

Thirded! ❤❤❤

[@FloLvsDogs]

Fourthed! ❤

[@Aineb1039]

@@FloLvsDogs We need to start a fan club

[@anneckmangmailcom]

@@Aineb1039 There are actually several Dan Vasc fan clubs, but Dan would rather not have fan clubs. I heard him discussing it on a podcast. He said he just didn't want that kind of legacy.

[@PatPrice-fn4ws]

Must hear Dan's One man choir "Handels " Hallelujah, A early work of Dans.

[@annelieshoornik]

Yes! That is so incredible 😊

[@lesaahrenstein6360]

Thank you to the woman who requested this reaction. I really wanted to hear Dan's analysis of it. He did not fail to disappoint. Dan you look like you were just going to leave the planet or spontaneously combust and it was great . I'm Jewish and I've always wondered how this conversation with God went. I love Dan's interpretation because that's how I would have felt. I really appreciate it that you would rewind it and let us listen through it again. That really helps to maintain the flow because for me once you stop the song This is out of my head. Great reaction. I personally think you could just drop him on Broadway and he do just fine. For something light-hearted react to his cover of Bohemian rhapsody. For another performance react to music of the night, I believe that's the name, from Phantom

[@mamalinhager]

❤❤❤❤ thank you so much for checking this video out... Dan is so special... so fantastically good. He gives me chills and brings me to tears with this performace... I prefer his to any other I have seen and heard... Love your critique of Dan's voice,i performace... He is able to touch your heart... your mind... your soul. Anyone who is not touched by this performace... man, there is something wrong with them. Thank you So Much for your wonderful "reaction" to my favorite singer/performer... As I've said... he IS one of a kind❤ God Bless

[@cherokeemammyof4boyz]

Thank you so much for doing this reaction. I got so excited when the notification showed up. I dropped what I was doing to watch it. I have watched this performance so may times and I still get chills.I have been a big fan of Dan's since I saw his cover of Amazing Grace Thank you again.

[@irisradinger1632]

Thank you for your request! Hi, from Germany. 🙋🏻‍♀️

[@milton1448]

He's really something else isn't he?

[@rjross1087]

Interesting anecdote about the master class - poor guy, but I agree completely with your point. Dan is always present, whether playing a character or singing the words to a song (really singing the words,) and whether he's moving around like a dervish or standing utterly still and inward-facing, he's always totally there. His expressiveness is so breathtaking. I hope you will have a look at The Music of the Night. Another one that would probably interest you is Son of Pain - a very emotional song mixing several styles, one a very classical tenor. The only opera singer I've seen who could sing and cry at the same time was Beverly Sills, but Dan does so in a number of songs, including this one. Thanks so much for your wonderful reactions.

[@nancybergeron183]

Welcome to the Dan Vasc rabbit hole!

[@mamalinhager]

Oh, so glad you are checking this out....❤

[@zybill3]

You make me appreciate Dan more and more. He does this in his garage made into studio.

[@zybill3]

I really enjoy hearing your reacts because you delve into not only what you like, but also the style and performance of the artist. Dan Vasc is so versatile in his singing that I do have difficulty listening to other artists. They are not as exciting for me. I am completely fascinated by his facial expression, his passionate displays, and versatility of voice. He also does a lot of the technical engineering knew his videos. Definitely a self-made artist that has come very far without selling out. Dan has relayed that he will not do a song to absolute perfect because he wants to keep the passion and the energy that he feels for the song. I have been waiting for your reaction to this song.

[@anjanettejansenvanvuuren6495]

Also love the fact that you get totally into the performance. Keep doing these reactions and the Vascnation will support you all the way

[@Chriss-yes]

YES!!! ❤🤟❤️

[@terryeallen-stoda2152]

Absolutely 💯!!

[@judithw.2213]

I love you reacting to Dan, you really have to say something to his performance. I think, quite a bit of reactors play his stuff because his fan base is so supportive. Some of them have nothing to say and it feels as they do not really listen to the song and do it for a thumbs up. Thank you for your great reactions ❤.

[@susanblauss1530]

Love your enthusiasm for "Our Dan".He is truly amazing.

[@kristinabassi4215]

Standing ovation. It's so great what Dan offers us with his voice and performance. I never tire of listening to and watching his cover songs, as well as his own songs. Without it, it's no longer possible. Wonderful analysis. ❤️🤘

[@Jacy320]

If you haven't listened to the original performance by Ted Neely in 1970, I would recommend it. I have mad respect for Ted's performance. I remember seeing this rock opera as a young teenager in the 70's. It was truly amazing. Dan's cover of this moment/song is on another level though. For me, he emotes so much more of the emotion and anguish I would expect to see from someone contemplating why they're having to put themselves forward to be tortured and killed. I also prefer Dan's choice to not smooth some of those transitions. The more abrupt changes feel hard like someone anguishing and going back and forth between fighting it and accepting it. The part of the song where he sings "I want to know my God, I want to know my God", may have been improved by changing the intensity, but Dan's version is holding on to how Ian performed it in the original. Although Dan's diction is much better. Ian sang, "I wanna know my God". Thank you for the great reaction. I hope you keep the Dan reactions coming. He's an amazing artist that I could never get tired of hearing.

[@user-jy3wi5fn3d]

It is very interesting the way you go deep down into the performance. Thanks.

[@lkmartin15]

Definitely, one of Dan’s Most Stellar Performances!! Thank You So Much for your reaction & analysis!! 🥰🙏🏻❤️❤️❤️🎙️🎶🎶🎶🔥🔥🔥👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@mlincoln1]

so much enjoying these dan and dan reactions with your intense analysis. gives me more understanding of how dan does what dan does, and somehow leads to even more appreciation to the effort that has gone into it even though sometimes appears effortless. hope you stay enamored of him for some time and keep bringing those reactions. i think you are now ready for his cover of "wuthering heights". it, once again, shows another aspect of dan. ty

[@tinagomes6470]

OMG!❤👏👏

[@vvinww]

Thank you for your extensive analysis on this beautifully executed rendition by Dan. I personally like those “stops” in his singing. For me it gives depth to his emotions. But tastes differ 😊. Tip: his performance of “the music of the night” from Phantom of the opera is also breathtakingly good. I’m looking forward to your further analysis from Dan 😊!

[@user-dl7kh4ke8h]

I really enjoyed your reaction. Dan really wrings out the emotion on this one and that voice! I never cared for this song before I heard Dan's version.

[@umarae27]

Me either & too!

[@DianaS-itsme]

Love your reactions to Dan Vasc. Would love to hear your reaction to Music Of The Night. Of course, the genre choices of Dan’s catalog is immense. I’ll Make A Man Out Of You is also amazing. Dan is pretty phenomenal in all genres. Look forward to more of your reactions.

[@ellenduebrynjulfsen3394]

And I just LOVES the way you explaine every bit of the song. Dan take me on a ride with his songs, and then you came in to my life and take me further on that ride with your emotions, your love for the music and your knowledge to music, preformence and voices. I’m not good to explaine what I mean in english because I’m Norwegian and lives in Norway, but I hope you understand what I mean. You are the rainbow over Dan’s music and together everything became so clear. I learn so mutch from you. And sometimes you even say what I have been thinking of. Like the reputation - where you said that you would have liked to see more intesity building up. When I see that you have reacted to another Dan song - I hide just to be able to sit for my self and enjoy those minuts that goes too fast. I can’t wait to hear your reaction to Dans Music of the night from Phantom of the opera. A big hug and love from Norway❤

[@pamelamiller3749]

Dan lost his father to cancer to whom he was very close which could be the personal trauma you mentioned

[@karenlipszyc]

Did you notice that he was really crying? He’s so emotional!

[@romypie3725]

Yeess he was indeed

[@ericzeichert511]

If this piece were pure technical singing, or formal operatic construction, your criticism is on point. That being said this is the most passionate moment of a passion play and so some of the choices Dan made are meant to convey a level of anguish rarely seen. Luke says that Jesus' sweat was drops of blood, and Dan may be more interested in the anguish than in the tone of his vibrato.

[@manuelaryan5885]

thank you again.........I so much enjoy your reactions to Mr. Dantastic ❤.......if you want to hear Dan's over 30 sec. scream without losing power, listen to his Black Wind Fire and Steel

[@DeGave123]

To any other Dan Vasc fans primarily here for the Dan reactions, I just started on the Beatbox reviews here too, and they're really, really awesome. Check them out. It's so fun to see the non-opera side of this creator.

[@goodeveningstories]

I really appreciate this. Thank you so much =)

[@zybill3]

Could you post a link to the Beatbox reviews? I would appreciate it much.

[@zybill3]

@@goodeveningstories It would be great to include a link to your Beatbox in your channel information, . Thank you.

[@goodeveningstories]

@zybill3 my reactions to various beatbox content is posted on my channel page and have a Playlist specifically devoted to beatbox =)

[@zybill3]

Thanks! I thought it was a separate channel. I already watched a couple. I am amazed at skills &talents of people a lot.🖖❤️👍

[@Pammie1221]

I have to say that your reaction to Dan's performance of this epic song is the very best that I have watched. You felt every note, every emotion. Bravo to both Dan and YOU!

[@WilliamBrooks-ye9es]

Thanks for a brilliant analysis of Dan’s performance. I came across Dan by accident while watching a review of my all time favourite singers, John Farnham. Dan is now on that same mantle with John. Both have fabulous voices and amazing stage presence. John is now in his mid 70’s and was still singing as strong (and better)as in his 20’s. If it wasn’t for being diagnosed with mouth cancer a couple of years ago, he would still be on stage. Would love you to review John singing his amazing version of the Beatles hit ‘Help’. Sung with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra! Always watch his live performances. You won’t be disappointed!!!

[@valerienoyes1756]

I appreciate you playing the videos in full without interruption before beginning your reaction! Too many others interrupt constantly throughout, and when Dan starts singing I want it to continue. Thanks for reacting to Gethsemane. It was my first exposure to Dan. He is absolutely amazing.

[@umarae27]

Loved your reaction & analysis! I bet Dan agrees with you about the i have to know part.

[@par500dragon7]

Two of my best musical discoveries this past year: Dan Vasc and Dimash. Both are incredible, in completely different ways.

[@Aineb1039]

I spend entire nights just listening to him sing his voice has brought so much joy into my life.

[@carmelitanobre8737]

Fantastic performance by Dan. Vocals, intensity,emotion were just on the right measure. I really loved every single thing about this cover. Thank you so much for such an interesting reaction.

[@bluesmith1938]

Words fail. Amazing. Dan Vasc just leaves me lying, crumpled on the floor, unable to move, utterly drained, but in a good way.

[@Linx2Heart]

Dan is incredible beyond words and I love hearing your technical vocal expertise and watching your reactions - especially your face and "arm antics". Love it!! Thank you for enjoying Dan as we do. Chills and tears come so easily when listening to Dan - he is so intense and into his craft that it's easy to get carried away into each song. Subscribed and looking forward to more Dan by you! ❤❤

[@Strawberry-IwasIcuddlecats]

His version of this always makes me cry. I love his, well everything!!! Please always check the year things were recorded by him.

[@cherylviger1359]

Dan does several Phamton of The Opera that you would really enjoy. Really there is nothing that Dan does that will disappoint you. There is no one like him! He is classically trained. Thank you for the music. Love your reactions. Welcome to the Vasc Nation!

[@aureacordeirosarraipa9872]

I think you will love Dan Vasc's performance of Music of the Night!

[@gaylehelm2437]

I would be interested to see your reaction to Dan’s cover of Wuthering Heights. Most of the song is in falsetto.

[@umarae27]

Ghost version of a falsetto.

[@Mel-lm1kf]

I loved watching this review. Thank you! I think you will also really enjoy his “Music of the Night” from Phantom. It’s just superb!

[@cher6932]

Great analysis. Dan’s version makes my chest hurt. I feel bruised all over. What an superb version of that song. I dont want to stay in this painful body feel place, so I think I will listen to a wild happy song like his version of rhe Titanic song.

[@jessicahedman3048]

epic performance of a masterpiece...

[@gailketch8644]

Love this song!!!❤❤❤

[@barnowl.]

Now please check out John Farnham's version of this song in the musical, 'Gethsemane' on stage in Sydney as It surpasses Dan Vasc's excellent version.. And for another opera and musical theatre singer please check out Anthony Warlow singing, 'This Is The Moment,' from the musical, 'Jekkyl and Hyde,' from The Main Event concert. (Anthony was chosen from thousands from around the world to sing this song on record/CD. by the producers.) Both are GOAT Australians.

[@renatonz]

I always learn something from your reactions. I appreciate the fact that your ego and your technical expertise don't seem to get in the way of your appreciation for the music and the artist's work. Many other reactions are either pure reactions, others are an opportunity to show off technical analysis. Thanks !

[@Foxed50]

I appreciate your detailed analysis, so I'm subbing. I ignore most reactors because they contribute nothing. As many others have said, I know you will appreciate Dan's Music of the Night.

[@susanharrah3462]

Just like always loved your voice and most of you I interpretation of Dan. I do got to say with showing how he does it and how you interpreted it I prefer Dan's. I know you basically thought it was choppy and yours was smoother but I preferred Dan's better I think he did it deliberately that way.

[@zybill3]

I agree with you. After all Dan sings in a power metal style.

[@luisnunes3863]

You want shills, do Son of Pain. There are two characters he takes up in that one, it's all a near death experience. Dan's intensity is on another level, he became Dargor. P.s. Don't bother with criticism of those choppy, rhythmic moments in Dan's delivery, they're very useful to metal vocalists, providing emphasis on the lyrics no matter what the guitars and drums are doing. Both Eric Adams of Manowar and Noora Louhimo of Battle Beast are also very fond of that trick.

[@carolburnett190]

While I can appreciate your views on technique and understand your points, this is one of those songs that needs emotion rather than technical perfection. The deviation from a cookie cutter rendition allows Dan’s interpretation to be so personal and why it evokes such a visceral reaction. I was too young to have seen the original stage production of the musical, but I have watched the original movie and John Legend’s stage production. Neither of them touched my heart/soul like Dan’s version and that’s what I’m seeking most in music.

[@staceyeugster9260]

A group you should check out is Steelheart. They're a hair metal band. I would love to hear what you think about their lead singer. "I'll Never Let You Go, Can't Stop Me Loving You, Mama Don't You Cry" are three of their better songs. The acoustic version of "She's Gone" is another one you need to check out. Can't wait to see if you check them out!!!!

[@sibertiger1970]

You should hear John Farnham sing this - Jesus Christ Superstar Australian Cast Final Day 🥰🥰🥰

[@anjanettejansenvanvuuren6495]

Pls do Enter Sandman. Another great performance

[@tanialandois]

Just discovered your channel! You should react to Nightwish - Live at Wacken Air.

[@robofwonder]

This will be an unpopular opinion, I think. Really like his vocal technique. Really like a lot of his sound. Really, really dislike his interpretation of the song. I've seen dozens of interpretations of this song and this character, some great, some not. The singing is great, but on a basic level with the character he is portraying here, I simply don't believe him. I watch this performance, it sounds good, but I'm not feeling anything and I'm not emotionally engaged at all. It seems like he's portraying intensity, not feeling it.