Opera Singer Reacts to Home Free | Man of Constant Sorrow | Performance Analysis |

[@cchapa7470]

"Did I just hear the beatboxer play a harmonica without a harmonica?" Me "Yes. Yes you did."

[@brickempire4427]

Aren't you a little young to be a harmonicaless harmonica vocalist? Yes. Yes I am... Total awesomeness right there my friend

[@super_siri]

The best harmonicaless harmonica to ever harmonica!!!

[@aidaadams8917]

You sure did

[@sandraellis7397]

My mother used to do that when I was little, and to this day I still can't. Lol

[@ferdnerkel]

I like the juice harpless juice harp just as much.

[@AmirHigher]

What a treat for the ears and brain!

[@lukebattiston6650]

Every female voice expert I saw reacting to this song has a moment when Mr bass gets his verse hehehe

[@jessicasopranonotes]

It's just soo good 😍

[@jerrysmith4974]

@@jessicasopranonotes awesome you have a sexy voice

[@michaelloughman6696]

I call it the swoon effect or the female orgasm scene

[@angelamason9840]

I make that face when listening to Adam Rupp’s vocal percussion. 🤯😁🔥

[@pacificcoastpiper3949]

@@jessicasopranonotes Tim foust is a full king size snickers bar, dark rich and sticky

[@Vanator36]

Best metaphor ever. "King size candy bars and we are only at the first house." and then you follow it up with what each candy bar was. LOVE IT.

[@jessicasopranonotes]

lol, I'm so weird 🤓

[@wgarlin688]

OMG I'm going to smile about this for days.

[@greenman4946]

@@jessicasopranonotes Weird is good!

[@tywilkins2584]

@@jessicasopranonotes Weird? I think you spelt articulate wrong. For giving such an abstract reference to something like singing, I INSTANTLY understood what you meant. Your genuine reaction to this and your breakdown with your professional background was refreshing from other reviewers, and I loved every second of it. First time viewer of the channel, and I couldn’t hit subscribe fast enough. Keep up the amazing work! Love from Atlanta! -Ty

[@Mr._Anderpson]

@@jessicasopranonotes Excuse me, ma'am, but is there any way you could react to something by Shawn James? If you haven't listened to him, chances are you will enjoy it. "Through The Valley" is a good one, but his covers of Sinatra's "That's Life" and Macy Gray's "I Try" are incredible.

[@stevecausier4299]

Tim is doing the bass, Chance is doing the jaws harp and overtone, Adam is the insane drums and harmonica,( all by mouth ) Austin is the first singer, and last but not least is Rob, the guy with beard and glasses. Tim has a 5+ octave range, Chance has 4. Adam is affectionately known as the freak of nature. Hope this helps !

[@rw2382]

Thank you for this breakdown.

[@djinx296]

5+ octaves is insane.

[@chesapeake9391]

I've watched a ton of reaction videos this last year and this is the first time I felt compelled to compliment the presenter. Your honest, knowledgeable reaction is priceless and you don't go on for the dramatics or the deeply involved explanations, just the right touch. Thank you.

[@jessicasopranonotes]

thank you!

[@edintexas]

@@jessicasopranonotes Jess ... do you know yet that one of them is Michael Jackson's nephew? If not get your research done gorgeous LOL He doesn't readily make it known evidently but I think he is good enough in his own right to not be worried about popularity impact one way or the other.

[@dcmc7383]

I agree. While I am not in the music industry, I have been playing instruments since I was a child, and this reaction video was both entertaining and informative! I learned something new. Yayyy. Welcome tater tot! Next stop...full fledged Home Fry status.

[@howardtucker2423]

YOU HAVE A GOOD EAR AND ARE ONE OF THE BEST TO REACT WITH VERY ACCURATE INFORMATION. WON MY SUBSCRIPTION AND MY RESPECT WITHOUT RESERVATION! THANK YOU!

[@ginahouston9352]

@@edintexas I don't think this is correct... not if you're talking about THE Michael Jackson... Austin Brown, the son of Rebbie Jackson (Michael's oldest sister) is a singer, but he's not in Home Free... Home Free's Austin Brown sings the lead on "When A Man Loves A Woman"... if you watch that video, you'll be able to see he is not related to Michael Jackson... same name, tho.

[@lipkinasl]

Home Free's cover of Ring of Fire features Tim, their bass and Avi Kaplan as guest extra bass singer. 2 basses - think you might like this!

[@TheCaveman46]

To really get a dose of Tim's range in Ring Of Fire, you need to watch the Sing Off version. Avi is great, but for me it kind of muddied the waters by having two basses. Just my opinion.

[@gailseatonhumbert9199]

Tim Foust arranged Ring of Fire for 2 basses. Inviting Avi in as a featured collaboration raised Homefree's sales on that album after they had won the Sing-Off.

[@Lumi_floof]

All of this!!!

[@antoinette2840]

Two two two basses in one

[@crhu319]

It's full of tricks but I think it just missed the emotional point of the song. Dilana Robichaux got the point of it, I like hers better than Johnny's. Voice quality isn't the point but Dilana's blues rasp suits that song the best.

[@Acar1978]

very good analysis, thank you

[@Dang3rMouSe]

Love hearing trained vocalists reacting to incredibly talented arrangements like these guys. So much insight

[@supernautacus]

Not only are you VERY knowledgeable and skilled in music, you have a MUCH more rare ability! You are a NATURAL teacher! You explain it well well, as well as making it not only interesting AND fun. But worth closely listening to.

[@mikelombard21]

Amen!

[@tylerhackner9731]

Love the way you nerd out during these vids

[@garywinters4636]

Nerd away sweet Lady, nerd away. ;-)

[@kennethfisher1084]

Brilliant and beautiful to boot!

[@chrismorin1318]

One piece of advice, DON'T watch Mayday until you get used to the members and what parts they sing. You'll appreciate it that much more! Helplessly Hoping is a good choice to best Chance sing more lead. The Butts Remix, Hillbilly Bone, and All About That Bass show their more comedic side. If you want to hear Tim drop the bottom out to subterranean levels, watch Misty Mountains with Peter Hollens! It's amazing! All in all there's not a bad song or video out there from Home Free!

[@jessicasopranonotes]

Great advice! I'm adding that in my notes!

[@chrismorin1318]

@@jessicasopranonotes Thank you for doing the Home Free reactions and Happy New Year! May you recieve an abundance of blessings!

[@Armygirlsdad]

@@jessicasopranonotes I'll agree with a lot of others. DO NOT check out Mayday until you know the group well. If you check out Mayday too soon, you will cheat yourself out of an experience.

[@jessicasopranonotes]

@@chrismorin1318 Chris that was so sweet, thank you! And I hope the same for you and your loved ones!

[@chrismorin1318]

@@jessicasopranonotes Thank you!

[@therealkillerb7643]

What I found "inspiring" about your analysis was that clearly, though not your preferred genre of music; yet you were able to appreciate the skills and abilities of other artists and demonstrate genuine enthusiasm for their performance. Thank you for a very enlightening (and enjoyable) "reaction" video.

[@ericalovesto]

THE blue ain't your color cover has a verse for the guy who sings the overtones

[@Apryle73]

I watch a lot of reaction videos to Home Free! Your is the best!

[@chryse]

Definitely listen to them take on R&B with their cover of "End of the Road" by Boyz II Men. It'll blow your mind.

[@jessicasopranonotes]

That’s my favorite song by Boys to Men 😱

[@cydrych]

@@jessicasopranonotes you will here Rob (bearded tenor) put some strategic grit in his tone during that cover.

[@troylape3848]

I think its better than the original

[@chryse]

@@jessicasopranonotes Home Free brought tears to my eyes with their version, but I love B2M's original. As my brother used to say in the 90's, it's "baby-making music." 😆

[@danielosheigh4793]

@@jessicasopranonotes I second this suggestion miss. Their homage to End of the Road is cest magnifique ! The "Overtone" singer you were mentioning is Adam Chance. He does bass duty when Tim Foust (Baso Profundo) is singing. If you want a whole song of Adam Chance, try Some Girls do. As many have mentioned Ring of Fire is a must and I think Hillbilly Bone is also a truly fun show off piece.

[@rebeccagibbs8794]

Your excitement!!!😁 Welcome to Home Free!!! Buckle up, it's quite a ride!😉

[@freeaccess12345]

If this is your first time listening to Home Free, you should also check out "Ring of Fire" and "Mayday". The more you watch Home Free the more you will see the incredible range each singer has. It's a pleasant surprise each time. :)

[@RAW2881]

Dontbwatch Mayday before you get to know everyones voice

[@rcinsley]

"Mayday" is one of their very best, but you can't get maximum enjoyment unless/until you know their voices. Save it for later. Fortunately, there are PLENTY more excellent performances. "Ring of Fire" is my all-time favorite. As a bass-lover, you will LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this performance because it features TWO of the best basses in the business - Tim Foust and Avi Kaplan. With 2 great basses, they can have a solid bass solo AND keep the bass line going at the same time!

[@tommyward7471]

I would listen to Tim a little more before listening to Mayday!!! Tim will blow your mind!!!

[@stevegamble5824]

@@RAW2881 Agree

[@georgemegaw2925]

@@tommyward7471 The video where Tim actually blew a speaker is amusing too. Live show, sorry I don’t remember which or the KZbin label. He wasn’t singing very loud - just VERY low. For a Bass lover- there’s several contest videos with three OUTSTANDING a cappella basses ... i think Tim has a E0 ...maybe a growl...but in tune and sustained.

[@robertkent5329]

I love the way you're eyes rolled back in your head to the bass

[@jessicasopranonotes]

It happens all the time! It's like a reflex haha

[@orchetect7415]

I love that you’re the first reviewer to point out Tim’s octave leaps (out of dozens of reactors who have covered this video)

[@jessicasopranonotes]

Oh really! They were SO good! I feel like there's so much more to talk about. But it's hard to get everything with acapella groups because so much is happening!

[@venus5019]

The first time I heard the song the way I like it was in the movie "O, Brother Where Are Thou?" They do it in a way hearkens to that version. Note: 99% of 'their' songs are done a cappella (without instruments only voice). This is done without 'anything'. If watch BOTH Adams you will see one is doing the beatbox/harmonica, the other is doing the guttural sound. You see Adam Rupp doing the harmonica/percussion sounds, you have to watch the video closely to see Adam Chance doing the guttural (standing in the background of the main singer and in a quick closeup of his mouth). His mouth one's assuming is singing, he's doing the juice harp sound. Additionally, it's Chance doing the bass voice while Foust is doing a solo. First times I heard Pantonix AND Home Fries were in that talent competition show 'The Sing-Off'. They won in separate years. It's also when I learned about Voice Play (they competed against & won over). They met Voice Play (& their fabulous bass singer Geoff Castellucci) and, Pantonix especially Avi Kaplan during the show. They developed some lasting work relationships. Another a cappella group they competed against & won over is featured on 'The Late Late Show with James Corden' The Filharmonic. Adam Chance coincidentally competed against Home Free in another a cappella group (assume that's where they met). It's a terrible shame that show was cancelled. It brought some talented & truly gifted artists to mainstream. Adam & Chris Rupp (brothers) founded the group. Since their inception, there's been some changes in the line up as members jumped in/out. Consistent members competed (Austin Brown, Rob Lunquist, Adam Rupp, Chris Rupp & Tim Foust) & won. Chris left a few years after they won the competition & was replaced by Adam Chance. Adam Chance has a deeper range which gives an advantage to help support Tim. Adam Chance has also been solo on a few songs since joined. (A fan of Home Free is called Home Fries). They're deceptive in that they have tight harmonies & range. They lean to country music, but can blend R&B, country, jazz & pop into their arrangements with beatbox rhythms to change it from typical a cappella percussion sounds. If listen closely to Folsom Prison Blues (can hear not a typical drum beat, but a 'railroad train and hitching to fire shotgun sound'. Home Free bantered around 'years' before their big break winning that show (Fairs, Cruises, typical country music circuits etc.). They were one of the most mature, polished & experienced groups in the competition. It showed as they progressed through the competition. They have what they term a 'Vault' of extensive recordings/videos of songs released years prior to the competition. Pantonix is a fabulous group, however they have a totally different sound when comparing groups. One would think Home Free would be struggling because of their tours derailed because of the 'demic'. It seems to be bringing them a broader audience as they've been producing new videos every so many weeks (ex. 'Folsom Prisom Blues'). Which is the miracle of the internet, getting tracks laid by them doing from their individual homes & filming there to. Kinda can tell the videos each slicing in with each other no group scenes. The sound is incredibly mixed. When I first became interested watching the competition show, I admit I lusted over Tim Foust. He had a sexiness with his wide range of voice. It made the group a triple threat. Austin Brown their flexible tenor, Adam Rupp their versatile beat boxer (won multiple competitions) & Tim the cute, shy smile bass. Every song in the competition I enjoyed. There was one song they did with The Filharmonic. Cabbyshack's 'I'm All Right' I will forever remember Rob Lunquist's comedic turn as the groundhog (have to see video the video). There was one episode the judge's got to work with specific groups. The judge Ben Folds was talking about their angst of doing a Johnny Cash song. They were worried country music purists would rake them over the coals. He convinced them to do it their way & see it as homage. They did & quite honestly I thought it was their signature song. It was the best up to that date song. It was 'Ring Of Fire'. It gave Tim Foust a stand-out performance. It showed his range & the arrangement had country/reggae mix. I started following them on KZbin. Like anyone there are songs I love, songs not so into but it sticks in my mind. Favorites (keeps updating): Ring of Fire, Man of Sorrow, Folsom Prison Blues, Thinking Out Loud/Let's Get It On, Sunday Best, End of The Road, Elvira, Nine To Five, Can't Find What I' m Looking for & Mayday that's just a few). It's true, what many warn in that need to first listen to a few songs to understand what roles (tenor/baritone/bass) are in the group, then do Mayday. I had to close my eyes the second time through to get it. One video that's wrongly interpreted by a few is the 'Ring of Fire' with Avi Kaplan. I call it the dueling basses. It was nice for Tim to have the deep support while singing (unfortunately Chris Rupp didn't have that depth). So it caused a slight gap to support Tim. Avi really does go to town in that low range backing him. Enjoyed tremendously, but the ending many wrongly think it's Avi that hits the low note. It's not. The video clearly shows Avi putting on a cowboy hat & not changing his mouth. One does see Tim in the background dropping his mouth & hitting the note. What I like is that they readily do collaborations as individuals or as a group with others. They've written songs & done arrangements for the group. I like the video of Elvira with The Oak Street Boys paying homage to the original singers. Austin did a solo with guitar accompaniment of 'Unchained Melody', or they get a music arrangement from Hollens & Geoff Castellucci. Foust does Misty Mountains with Peter Hollens or the group sings with Hollens 'Can't Find What I' m Looking for'. If Bass lover, haven't had chance listen to Castellucci's Black Bird or, High and Dry.

[@StephenCHasbrouck]

What a joy to watch a very knowledgeable young woman teach us so many things that we wouldn`t have caught, because we don`t know music the way you do. Thank you, Jess. May God bless you and your work. I hope you are able to do this for many years. From Northern Japan (almost an octogenarian ).

[@jessicasopranonotes]

Thank you for your comment. I have heard such beautiful stories from people who lived in Japan or visited and hope to visit someday. Many blessings, Stephen.

[@jimdaniels211]

Great song, love the reaction

[@douglasloss]

You really need to listen to their cover of "Helplessly Hoping" to hear more of Chance (the overtone singer). He also sings a good deal in their cover of "Folsom Prison Blues." But honestly, you're going to find that there are well over a hundred music videos from Home Free and you'll find something amazing in pretty much all of them. By the way, they are Tim Foust (the bass), Adam Chance (baritone and the overtone singer), Adam Rupp (the beatboxer), Rob Lundquist (beard, glasses, buttery voice), and Austin Brown (high tenor).

[@jessicasopranonotes]

So helpful, thank you!

[@NeckCS2]

@@jessicasopranonotes Or listen to their cover of "Yours"! Chance has the lead!

[@steveeverett1736]

Need to agree, Folsom Prison is a good intro to the group as well

[@DavidSmith-pg1ob]

@@jessicasopranonotes Their cover of "Mayday" also has a solo by Chance (the overtone singing guy). That also has a boy-band kind of sound, which you may like.

[@karmehed]

I would recommend Mayday, but only after u get to know all the singers abit more first, they would surprise you.

[@scotty2307]

It is really interesting to listen to someone who knows the vocabulary of vocal music describing what they are hearing. You are very effective at describing, and putting names to the vocal techniques, and that adds to the enjoyment of watching the performance.

[@jessicasopranonotes]

Thank you Scott!

[@PolishedMagdalena]

their 'End of the road' cover is great, so is 'Ring of fire' with Avi and 'Mayday' :)

[@Fenimore.Cassidy]

Their cover of End of the Road is fantastic - Rob will blow you away.

[@floridareedsreviews]

In that order.

[@Qmocean]

No to Mayday, until she has at least 10 HF songs under her belt lol

[@robleffler6584]

Do the Sing Off version of Ring of Fire, or better do both!

[@GaiaOne]

@@Qmocean Absofuckinglutely. No less than five Home Free videos before taking a listen to Mayday.

[@kathykalyn2666]

Love all they do! Period!

[@k1hasard]

The Jew's Harp at the beginning and end as well as the harmonica without a harmonica as you put it are stand alone amazing. I also like bass singers and Tim really gets down there immediately following his solo which is really nice. The beat boxer draws me in a lot during this song, so it is difficult for me to put a finger on my favorite part. I think you might enjoy Peter Hollins singing "Misty Mountains" featuring Tim Foust from this video. It is a layered a cappella piece that I find wonderful in arrangement and performance. Tim's final note in that song can rattle building foundations LOL. Even if you don't do a video of that song, please just check it out for your own enjoyment, it's really good, interesting, complex and all the things music should be.

[@jessicasopranonotes]

I will! Thank you 😊

[@tedharvick9010]

@@jessicasopranonotes, per Peter Hollens comment on another reaction channel, "120 tracks on that song". Your ears will become addicted to the ear candy those two can generate. Bridge Over Trouble Waters by the 2 of them is another one. They just blend so well together.

[@kylefrandsen2665]

I notice a lot of people completely miss the drop after the solo because they're still getting over how low the solo is and Tim blends so well in the harmony.

[@CGholl]

JAW harp.

[@k1hasard]

There are many names for it.

[@dragonmusher]

Chance (The guy doing that overtone) Is Adam Chance He, much like the rest of the group has an awesome range. It is not quite as low as Tim's. Austin Brown the Tenor Lead ...isn't he dreamy? He found his growl and it was awesome. (But keeping up that mouth harp sound in the back was Chance and you can hear a lot more of him on "Die a Happy Man" , "Mayday" "Snow Globe"

[@stephanginther9051]

This was the first video where their beatboxer started experimenting with a looper. He never used one before this but they got one for him. Towards the end of the video there's a basic beat and Adam Rupp (beatboxer extraordinaire) is also doing some fancy stuff. That is because he recorded and looped the simpler stuff so he could do both.

[@jessicasopranonotes]

Totally makes sense! I also read from another commenter that it tired his voice out. He's still amazing!

[@tarjaikola]

Adam Rupp has been using the looper/loop station for like ten years on his solo stuff. On his channel he has videos of it. I think the first time they used one on the stage with the whole band was with Castle On The Hill. They use the looper only on one or two songs of the set.

[@softshoes]

Waiting for the next Home Free reaction, I hope it doesn't take much longer. Great reaction.

[@janemcginnis-glynn9234]

The rabbit hole of Homs Free is deep with many curves. They are so, so versatile and continue to surprise me with their breath and, of course the depth within their musical selections. I’m so happy I discovered your channel and look forward to more of your Home Free reactions. Note: several of their songs/videos display humor, fun and a carefree attitude. That includes goofiness. Enjoy.

[@johnterpack3940]

I was just here to see your expression when Tim came out of his verse and dropped another octave. Dude is epic.

[@sc0repio662]

Agree with commenter Jon, Home Free is very addictive. They've got great covers of Ring Of Fire, Mayday, Some Girls Do, Honey, I'm Good, I got friends in low places, Moonshine & soooo many others Of course there's also ones like Crazy Life (LEGO Video) that's visually fun and the collabs they've done with Kenny Rogers, The Oak Ridge Boys & Peter Hollens

[@its_trenner2900]

You were fun to watch reacting to them. Thanks for sharing with us!

[@matthewkendall5235]

I love the bit straight after Tim sings his quite deep solo then the view flips onto the rest of the band - and they sing and Tim sings the line again with them - but this time another whole octave lower - like OMG that is one deep voice. And the mouth organ - like how is that possible - these guys are all awesome!

[@butchwiltshire6686]

I t is amazing what you hear compared to someone like myself.......then I go back and listen again... and I hear what you mean.. so coool.thanx.

[@critterwatcher8009]

They do many types of music. They have fun songs, they have country songs and they have songs that I love for the harmony. I keep getting drawn back to the ones where I love the harmony: "auld ang syne" "helplessly hoping" "how great thou art"

[@cassandradavenport6359]

Hi chase the back left guy helps with base as well and yes when watching this live both austin (lead singer , high tenor) and Adam rupp (beat boxer) do the harmonica live they also use a layer machine to make the layering effect

[@grantbaechler3529]

I’ve watched several reactions to these guys doing this song. The best one was showing it to my g/f and I watched the look on her face when Tim started his part.

[@Trapper50cal]

What I find interesting and overlooked is that Foust goes even lower in the background mix directly after his lead portion.

[@MrPaoloena]

Hi, first front row from the left: Rob(tenor), Austin(tenor/hig tenor), Tim(basso profondo,and up to the 5th oct.) second row: Adam Chance(basso baritone and didgeridoo in this song) Adam Rup(beat-boxer ,tenor, harmonica and meny other sounds). Good reaction as usual.Stay safe

[@jeffstumpf9129]

That didgeridoo sound is the sound of a juice harp (misheard as jew’s harp), an instrument played in the mouth while plucking it. It was called a juice harp because it produces a lot of spit. The didgeridoo is a wind instrument native to Australia and wouldn't be found in American Mountain Folk Music (Hillbilly Music). In any case, Adam is imitating its sound with his mouth without the instrument!

[@Kamarovsky_KCM]

@@jeffstumpf9129 It seems like that instrument sure has a lot of names. The most popular is Jaw Harp as it is, unsurprisingly, played on the jaw

[@GaiaOne]

@@Kamarovsky_KCM And it's damned hard on the teeth.

[@mjackson780]

@@Kamarovsky_KCM Yes and it was done by Chance. Love it.

[@ronswanson2148]

You’re so angelic 😍

[@austindevos8359]

Their cover of O Holy Night and Do You Hear What I Hear are both completely phenomenal. The best covers of both songs I’ve ever heard. OH and their cover of How Great Thou Art is fantastic too!

[@annaparsons4788]

"Do y'all understand how many king-sized candy bars we got trick-or-treating, & we just got to the first house"... sooo good, lady! New subscriber here! 🤗🤗

[@jessicasopranonotes]

hahaha thanks Anna!

[@eggersm.r.5752]

You need to listen to Disturbed - Sound of Silence, I believe you'd really enjoy it.

[@allanon524]

A metal band doing an amazing cover. I like it more than the original by far. His singing ability is awesome (and if you watch the live Conan one he had a cold and still nailed it).

[@mikelowther1896]

I think I just found my new favorite reactor. Love maybe.....platonic of course.

[@Scuffer00]

I love how hard you nerd out over these videos lol

[@judilynn9569]

Overtoning is AMAZING! I *almost* did it once. lol And I happen to LOVE this song.

[@mikeumphrey-waytogokennels2526]

Absolutely love this reaction video! Home free is so versatile in so many singing styles!

[@dkadkins6545]

1) You are adorable 2) I would classify this type of singing as Bluegrass. My dad was quite a fan and I was forced to listen to it frequently as a child. 3) You point out some interesting things in your reaction.

[@williamwilkes75]

Never listened to opera, but as beautiful as she is, I'll sure listen if she's singing

[@jessicasopranonotes]

So sweet!

[@Aprils.life06]

I get those chills to from Tim. I think that's the guy with the bass

[@thomasdenoyelles1784]

Outstanding, they are exceptionally talented group, just outrageously great 👍 what a treat. 😊 Thank you all.

[@petmom1967]

Yup he’s a world class “beat boxer”

[@joeysydnes4003]

I just found Home Free yesterday. Apparently I live under a rock. I know absolutely nothing about music other than how much I enjoy it. Your breakdown and explanation made this even better. I can “kind of” pick up on a lot more of the finer details I would normally miss as an untrained ear and that makes it even more impressive and enjoyable! Thank you. 😄

[@Yuritau]

19 seconds in and nerding out about the voices.. yup, that's how you know it's a Home Free track, hehe.

[@brandonriggs1788]

I am lovin' that stank face as Austin hits that first growl. Freaking hilarious! On with the rest of the song! Edit: That reaction to Tim starting to drop was classic! Austin's upper range shines on their cover of "Elvira" with the original singers, The Oakridge Boys. If you really enjoy basses, you would love "Hard to Be Cool in a Minivan (Oakridge Boys)," "Battle Hymn of the Republic (William Lee and Chris Golden; and bass singer, Tim Duncan)," Home Free-"How Great Thou Art," "Im Tiefen Kellar (sorry, my German is a little rusty)"-Hans Rolf Rippert (aka Ivan Rebroff), anything done by the following: Tim Storms, Zlatopolsky, Vladimir Miller, Glen Miller (basso profundo and not the jazz man, obviously), Der Drei Basse, Tim Riley, Christian Davis, Matt Fouch, Jeff Chapman, JD Sumner, George Younce, Campbell Vertesi, the late Harold Reid, Martii Telvala, Samuel Ramey, and the list goes on. I am a bass 1/bass-baritone myself and enjoy listening to basses from most styles. Avi Kaplan does a great job with "Black is the Color" when he collaborated with Peter Hollens. Same with Tim Foust when he did "The Song of the Lonely Mountain" with Peter Hollens. Coincidentally, if memory serves me correctly, Tim Foust bottoms out at a B0. Could be mistaken though. Love this video...and you may have just found a new subscriber.

[@jessicasopranonotes]

Great information, thanks a bunch Brandon! And you'll see me do stank faces all throughout my videos. I can't help it lol

[@odinspromise]

You're opening analysis was EPIC!!!!!!!! I love it!

[@harveyjones1955]

Adam Chance is the guy at the end. Listen to "I Can't outrun you" to get a good sense of his voice.

[@snuffy357]

or cover me up

[@whynot5698]

Or Some girls do

[@The_Nonchalant_Shallot]

Ever since someone shared this cover on my facebook, I've been watching reaction videos to it. Mostly vocal coaches or other singers but DUUUUUUDE I'll you one thing they ALL have in common. Soon as Tim rolls in with his deep voice, the world drowns. You know what I'm talking about. None of the youtubers even try to hide it either. Priceless lol

[@tjcole12]

You will love their other song, (Ring of Fire) that have over 37m views and is one of their best. I really enjoyed your reaction. I learn so much from your videos. Cheers!

[@jamieandrews5159]

Pushing the sound back at the end of the note is a classic Southen Country sound.

[@joywright8794]

What I find amazing about this group of musicians is, of course the multi faceted beat boxer, but the vocalists are all of solo capacity and each voice has a different texture that is distinct, but those same voices blend into full, rich harmonies that blend seamlessly into melted dark chocolate for the ear. They also do many different genres with success. Variety is their hallmark.

[@johngregory8840]

I LOVE this reaction 19 seconds in... first reaction anywhere that has recognized the overtone singing!

[@peternorton5648]

“Do you realize how many king size candy bars we just got?” 😂😂😂😂 best reaction I’ve seen so far

[@jessicasopranonotes]

hahaha!

[@mherron2004]

This is my first video of yours and just how you sand "i" makes me love your voice

[@cynthiayargus1695]

For the very best definition of voices, listen to their cover of "Helplessly Hoping "....haunting!

[@roughcuts5236]

Wonderful reaction and fantastic explanation of the musical accents and much more, Homefree will give you plenty of material to review

[@Toblies]

Love your technical reviews and your enthusiasm for the craft of singing... Also very fun watching you swoon over the bass singers... I believe the singer doing the overtone singing is Adam Chance, a Baritone, who also has a great low range and generally amazing voice. He's the one standing on the back left when they're in a group of 5.. I see you caught him at the end. Adam Rupp is their amazing beatboxer, who I think swallowed a harmonica at some point in his childhood. He's remarkable in is range and type of effects. He's well featured in Home Free's Folsom Prison Blues cover, and so is Adam Chance singing much more than overtone. They're all amazing. There's also some remarkable video of Adam Rupp doing a 'drum solo' at one of their live shows. It's mind-boggling. Keep up the great reviews. I'm mostly in for the acapella stuff, but count me as a new subscriber.

[@jessicasopranonotes]

I’m still trippin over the harmonica! So good! Thanks for watching and subscribing 😊🤗

[@lizzb.676]

@@jessicasopranonotes you should look up their live version of that song. Adam Rupp (Beatboxer) and Austin Brown (Lead singer here) do a harmonica Duett ;)

[@jamiestonebraker2231]

The one singing overtone has a beautull singing voice. Check out their cover of “cover me up” he fronts that one🌹

[@naturenymph2]

If you'd like to check out an all female acapella group, look up Citizen Queen. They were put together and produced by Scott from Pentatonix. Like many of the male groups you've reacted to, each have their own mega talent, and will take you to another level when brought together.

[@PeterWolfe2012]

Have you met Howard? I swear, every time I hear them do this song I am reminded of the movie "Lawless".

[@markuspandrea]

I would love for you to check out "Misty Mountains - Peter Hollens feat. Tim Foust". The arrangement is gorgeous and the bass really shines. You will love it!

[@superstrigoi]

Yes!!

[@StarSong936]

On the visuals for this video, I live in Louisiana, and have seen things like this myself, so filmed in Mississippi, Louisiana, or Georgia at a guess. I love seeing peoples first reactions to Home Free, Pentatonix and Voice Play. They are so good, and if you haven't seen them before, you have no idea what to expect. Wait, only one? I got a basket full!!!

[@NJRinglord]

Adam Chance is the one doing the over tone part making the sound of a mouth harp and he is the baritone of the group. He is the featured singer in their cover of "Cover Me Up" and you really get to appreciate his voice as he does the entire song himself and the rest of the guys just sing background, harmonies and such. Plus there is a sweet message within the video about Chance and his significant other. ( NOTE: Adam Chance is just called Chance by the group since there are two Adams in the group.

[@twt648]

I have listened to a lot of comments on this cover you impressed me picking up and pointing out in an understandable way alot of nuisances that make this group sound so good

[@janeames1513]

Adam Chance the baritone singer used to sing bass in his former group called 7th street sympnony...Austin Brown (the red headed high tenor) was a cruise ship entertainer prior to joining HomeFree..that may explain why he is such a good performer ..listen to any of their stuff it's a promise that you will enjoy them all

[@danielkapity9542]

Oh yes you really heard a harmonica, and yes it's really all vocal. If you truly want to hear what he can do react to a Adam Rupp drum solo. He has won two world beat box championships that I know of. Please keep the home free coming. May I suggest die a happy man,helplessly hoping, and in the blood to hear a better mix of their vocals. Thanks so much you have a great day darling.

[@MikeHeavin]

Their version of "How Great Thou Art" and "Helplessly Hoping" are amazing, as is "Do You Hear What I Hear".

[@GaiaOne]

The beatboxing on "Do You Hear What I Hear " is outstanding. So is Tim's 5-octave run. 'Scuse me. I gotta go listen to that again.

[@ronvanmullekom1993]

Hi.. I'm a metal guitarist from Michigan and I can appreciate all talent especially you for what you do!! Keep doing a great job!!!!

[@stephanginther9051]

The man that 'it was the whole time' is Adam Chance (yes, there are 2 Adams in the group, Adam Rupp the beatboxer and him, he goes by Chance to avoid confusion). Chance joined the group after Chris Rupp, one of the founders of the group left (amicably) to peruse a solo career. Chris Rupp actually helped pick his replacement, which is pretty cool. Chance is a baritone but can down to bass as well, something his predecessor couldn't do (Chris Rupp is a high baritone, almost a tenor). The new guy being able to sing bass freed up Tim to do some...other stuff that you'll see if you watch a song they covered called 'Mayday'.

[@elizabethhostetter1946]

i think Chance is a baritone-bass more than a baritone.

[@ellajohnson866]

since practically every one else has mentioned Ring of Fire (which is absolutely gorgeous, btw) i'd definitely suggest listening to the arrangement of Sound of Silence that Tim did with Peter Hollens

[@ChrisHaar]

Chance is the guy singing the overtones. You'll hear more of him in Mayday and Folsom Prison Blues

[@Indigo_moon]

They used a loop station for some of the sound effects so they could sing while still having sound effects in the background. Also, like when Adam does the harmonica, you can still hear the beatboxing. Also with the jaw harp sound and the Dump Dump Do & I think one other thing. Check out their version of "How Great Thou Art" and also "Ring of Fire" in which Tim has a low note that you can't miss. "Helplessly Hoping" is a must.

[@ralphcroker4889]

You're my absolute favorite reactor so far...

[@jessicasopranonotes]

Thank you Ralph!

[@williamchavez7186]

the "overtone singing" is the baritone Adam Chance re-creating a "Jew's harp" sound vocally Jew's harp also called juice harp is a rythem instrument featured in a lot of "old timey" music

[@stado9891]

Awww this is so good omg ,this is my first time hearing them ,and of course your reaction always top

[@jessicasopranonotes]

I'm not the only one!!

[@Wrapscallionn]

Heck, i would love to hear YOU sing it.

[@ad9aggie]

Yes, Adam, the beatboxer, is (not) playing a harmonica. Also (Adam) Chance, the baritone, is doing the Jaw (or Jew's) Harp sound, what you were calling the overtone singing. I believe Rob did the scratchy record sound, but it might have been Chance.

[@joshuasalisbury7178]

First. Loved the analysis. Most of those type videos, the person reacting isn't trained enough to know what they're hearing. Second. Many of the vocal intricacies of the home free members make them such a unique group. I think you would love their cover of Folsom prison blues. More vocal harmonica and Tim rocks an E1 (vocal fry but still immensely satisfying).

[@toml1578]

Home Free is a wonderful group to listen to and they have many more songs that are sure to amaze and entertain you and us. Another on that would be fun and has a lovely surprise if you haven't experienced them would be Pisces by Jinjer. The lead singer has an amazing voice and I would love to see your analysis.

[@RexAlfieLee]

He's a baritone/bass (when Tim isn't there) & doubles doing some of the extra tones along with glasses who also does some. Tim also does some of the bass added tones but he has a 5 octave range which is extraordinary because it's into the 1st octave then up.

[@taniagruning4559]

Take a look at "auld lang syne" or "end of the road"

[@wadeerwin3920]

I love how an artist can appreciate others!

[@keef5]

9:12 the Tim low O face right on cue lol

[@troysmith6600]

You should do a reaction video to Home Free's new Sea Shanty Melody, Tim's and Austin are dressed like pirates, and Adam Rupp does castenetes while he beatboxes in the last part of their video.

[@olabergvall3154]

You want to hear more from Chance, try "Mayday", or "Folsom prison blues". He doesn't pull crazy stunts in those, but he's an amazing singer and a perfect fit for this five piece. Great reaction! ❤

[@LatinMatrixCrew]

I love the way you broke it down. So on point... Chance the guy with the overtone has a great part in Auld Lang Syne.