Bass Singer VOCAL ANALYSIS - Home Free | Man of Constant Sorrow (First-Time Viewing)

[@nadinehaney6590]

Rob spent 4 years training in opera, he can just sound like anything he wants; as far as Tim, when he sings this live, the lowest notes he sings just seem to drop out of him with no effort, no strain, no chin tucking, nothing. Absolutely amazing live!

[@emilyferber2285]

Rob actually has a degree in vocal performance. He's just a chameleon. They all are, really.

[@SusanneRoberts-pb7eb]

oh Peter your so cute when you listen to Bass voice.That smile of yours melts hearts. GREAT reaction as usual Peter 😊

[@marta150]

Rob did a great job of singing "southern" with his Minnesota voice.

[@Finderup16]

This was the first song, I heard with Home Free. And it got me hooked on them. Even my teenage nieces love them, especially their version of "Ring of Fire" 😁😁

[@BiasWordSmith]

ring of FIRRRRRRE

[@gingersnapmusic7811]

Me too!

[@localhorst8846]

same here

[@karinfichtner7479]

My first Home Free song, too! I had no idea how deep the rabbit hole I was falling into. I took my daughter and her daughter to see them live in IN this past July 1st. They were hooked. I like your in-depth analysis.

[@roguemerlin1969]

The twang is Chance doing what is called a Jew's Harp. This is a very old country song from 1919 and they emphasized the country twang to pay homage to the earlier versions.

[@pacificcoastpiper3949]

Or the more accurate name, jaw harp

[@debbiestumm511]

Chance is the jaw harp or juice! Saw him do this in concert 2 wks ago! It's amazing! Love this song done the Home Free way!!!

[@darrelking7481]

When I hear Austin sing "Fare thee well, my own true loverrrrrr. . ." I hear all the choirmasters I ever had screaming to not close on the "r" too early. I'm glad Austin ignores that advice; I doubt it applies to bluegrass.

[@artchic1984]

First thing.... you're actually THE BEST reaction person to watch BECAUSE u pause. U can't do an analysis of u don't pause to explain what's going on. So pause away!! Amazing analysis as always! As for the song, this is such an awesome rendition, this is my favorite one. Its a perfect mix of smoothness and grit.

[@PeterBarber]

Someone who understands me 💙

[@bradhughes510]

Robs probably had the most singing training out of all of them, and Austin has done musical theatre

[@quiltie1774]

Rob is like you Peter. He went to college for Opera!

[@TheDivayenta]

Rob’s voice is so beautiful- like buttah!!!! I’d love to hear him sing Irish airs.

[@martinhafner2201]

Chris Rupp was the other founding member. Baritone. Up until about 2015, then he went on to other projects and they hit it big when they found Chance.

[@donnilloyd1355]

Great Post. If people want the video without pausing and input, they've come to the wrong page. Nice job warning people though.

[@marlahudgins7038]

My favorite part of this when Adam, the beatboxer plays the NO-Monica lol

[@ITDOESNTHAVETOMAKESENSE]

Indeed

[@debgalloway1398]

I actually found you because of these guys, I believe you were doing one of their videos and have been addicted to you since! I do love to hear you back to their songs. You have taught me to listen/hear so many different sounds, enriching my experience so much. Thank you for your work covering so much amazing music!

[@marshac7738]

In this song Home Free is making a distinct southern (bluegrass) presentation--it definitely fits the lyrics of the song. Chance doing the jaw harp sound really sets the stage for this song's story, which Austin's twang fits phenomenally. Tim's bass line completely grounds the harmonies and Adam's voice percussion simply cannot be beat. This performance highlights a lot of Home Free's strengths although they also handle ANY other genre just as amazingly❣️🎼🥰🎶❤️

[@GodSponge]

So many of the reactors don't even react to that bass drop after Tim's verse. I'm so glad finally someone said something about it. Loved the analysis!

[@PeterBarber]

That's shocking! It's such a great moment

[@rfitzsimons55]

I watched a concert video of this song, and when Tim sang the word grave at the end of the second line when he dropped the bass, he didn't come back up like he did in the studio version. He dropped even lower into subharmonics. The whole place was shaking and everyone was screaming, of course.

[@sarahkinsey5434]

I'm a bass girl so I can't help focusing on the bass

[@douglasdobson8110]

YES, I've watched a ton of reactions to this video, I'm a bass, decent, a ton better after watching and learning from Geoff Castellucci's videos, That sudden octave drop gets overlooked in almost every video. That's my favorite part of the whole song lol, all of it is BRILLIANT, that little bass run is so sweet.

[@denise_landry]

I would love to hear a Tim/Peter collaboration!! Now that would be interesting! Thanks Peter for the analysis and insight. Always so good. 💙🍟

[@wotcpunk103]

It blows me away that you hadn't seen this video. This was my first introduction into Home Free and really got me in to Acapella as a whole. It makes me glad to see you giving your insight on this song.

[@royj.mattice]

Great video Peter. Sure do miss your Home Free video's. I highly suggest you check out Tim's solo a capella song "Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow/Stay" video. You will love it!

[@sarawells4990]

Chris and Adam are brothers. They both started the group and Chris left several years ago. Then Adam Rupp is still there and does the beatboxing :)

[@williambill5172]

This is a great version of an old classic song...and still, I am most impressed, as I always am, with your knowledge and the ability to casually teach tons...most impressed, young man!

[@michelle32855]

I'm chuckling here regarding your comments about Rob...chuckling because the last vid I watched was your analysis of he and Austin performing Nessun Dorma. haha

[@dagmar.6954]

This song blew me away when I first heard it & I was completely hooked. These guys are all so talented. They are known for their tight harmonies. Tim Foust is one of the best bass singers out there. Did you notice the bass drop after his solo? Adam Rupp (beatboxer vocal percussionist) can simulate any sound such as drums & harmonica. Chance is making the jaw harp sounds. This song is very old & is done in the bluegrass country style. It was used in the movie "Oh Brother Where Art Thou" starring George Clooney.

[@lindawarden-burglund9603]

Love this song! Listened to it many times. LOVE HOME FREE! They are my favorite acapella group from back when they were winners on "The Sing-off". Thank you for sharing your expertise, and reacting to and analyzing this wonderful video, adding to our education and enjoyment!

[@js_musicmedia8981]

Chance is doing the overtones. I Can’t Outrun You is one of my Home Free favorites right now, and he has some nice bass features. I’d be interested to see you react to that!

[@karinfichtner7479]

Wayfaring Stranger.....with the Fox and Hound.....Chance shines.

[@Ozraevun]

One of my most fave Home Free song is In the Blood. It's just so beautiful done!

[@ILLIFIED77]

BEST review of HF I've ever seen. Thank you !

[@Smilodon1985]

This was my first Home Free song too. I had heard Tim Foust a couple of times with Peter Hollens, but this was the first Home Free song, and I was hooked from the start. Singing along with Tim makes it SO much more fun... Anyway, one of the things that drives me crazy with many reactors is the way so many of them are fascinated by Tim's low voice in his solo, and they get to talking about it - right over the part where he drops another octave, and completely miss that part. Sometimes they notice, but often they don't seem to notice at all. (Home Free "megafans" are *Home Fries,* and Adam Rupp is the vocal percussionist - there you go!)

[@jillchamberlain6478]

Glad to see you back. Pleasant surprise this morning!

[@donnam5891]

This was also the first song of Home Free that I heard and sent me down the Rabbit Hole. It's introduced me to many hours of pleasurable listening & to the other guys & groups you mentioned- Avi, Geoff & Voice Play. Will check out your guys too. Love your channel because you do pause & educate us. I know very little about music & I love to learn the intricacies behind the beautiful sounds I am hearing. Great reaction mate💕😀

[@WxPickman09]

Would love to see you react and analyze Tim’s version of “Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow/Stay” He hits you will all the range on that one!! I’m loving his solo stuff. Would also love to see you react to Tim singing “Can’t Help Falling In Love”…it’s audio only and from a younger Tim playing piano and singing, but really shows how incredibly technical he is. Great stuff man. I look forward to every upload

[@catherinecanitz3609]

Oh, Alexander, I'm so glad you brought this up! I've been dying to hear Peter's take on that mash-up, too! It's SO good! Tim's rendition of "In My Room" might interest Peter as well, since it's acapella.

[@jq5609]

@@catherinecanitz3609 would be amazing to see him react to both of these 🥰

[@vickyburton2434]

Rob has one of the most beautiful voices I have ever heard.

[@usmadgirl3074]

I've really missed your Home Free analyses, your amazing voice & your gorgeous face! I've gotten old so I can say those things!😊 This song was my introduction to Home Free & they're the only a cappella group I care about! It isn't just due to their incredible talent, arrangements & performances! It's their humility, generosity & just plain goofiness & respect & care for each other & their fans that make them unique! Happy 4th of July to you & all the Home Fries! 🇺🇸

[@meepkitty8390]

I always appreciate your thoughtful analysis and how you break it down into layman's terms. Keep up the great work!

[@tassilo5949]

In my whole life I have never favored a single band or singer. But for a good year now, I can't get away from these talented guys. Home Free - they are five extraordinary talents. This song is one of the first I heard from the guys and it took me a while to be sure - there is no harmonica :-) LOL I missed your reactions from Home Free and I hope the next one won't be too long!

[@texadian339]

OMG, just have to say that you and Tim together...minds the world over would ABSOLUTELY *MELT*!!!

[@minneyruth]

I would love to hear you and Tim do something together ❤🔥❤ I missed your Home Free reactions ❤

[@CindySmith0718]

Love this one! I think that easy, could-do-this-all-day sound is a big part of what makes it so enjoyable for me. It sounds so clean and so utterly sure-handed that it's reassuring to listen to, somehow, while also having some swagger, and just being really impressive even without any super vocal pyrotechnics. Like, this is just a rock-solid cover, in the best way. A bit surprised you didn't mention the little yodely sounds at the end of a few of Austin's phrases, just because you mentioned the grit, and usually do comment even on those small things. I aways appreciate the discussion and demonstrations of the different ways of producing sound (Tim's more forward and bright vs Avi being low-larynx and warm), and also the behind-the-scenes production stuff. Well done, and thank you!

[@MuriKakari]

I always like how in The Bass Gang videos you admit to the chin tuck.

[@DraggorLecanth]

I could listen to your voice all day! My god are you a vocal genius! Keep up with the great videos. Your voice alone is worth the attention 😊

[@catherinecanitz3609]

I agree, well worth the attention. One of the things that struck me most about Peter's analysis today was his ability to identify and echo riff patterns. The section where he sang/fingered Austin's riffing up a few notes and then riffing back down an octave made me shake my head in wonder. Amazing!

[@corneleggberry4167]

I always learn something.

[@penlynn5036]

I believe Rob has a degree in vocal performance.

[@par500dragon7]

That's my understanding as well.

[@karinfichtner7479]

Also, Rob grew up singing in church, as did Austin.

[@susanhorn4325]

Yes, he does.

[@alannamahon]

Duuuude. Just randomly came across this video & your channel after searching for a vocal analysis of Zeppelin that my friend showed me last night 🤣 this is awesome. Seeing you doing yo thang reminds me of all the times you’d blow us all away with your badass beat boxing at high school events. glad to see ya doing well :)

[@venus5019]

Chris & Adam Rupp were founders of group Had auditioned 2xs for 'Sing Off' Interim had lost 2 members of active group bringing in Austin & Tim as replacements. Home Free had been part-time doing gigs in a circuit. Tim had worked with them previously. He didn't want to move to MN. Tim had also worked on cruise ships in past. Home Free decided to go full time & had hired Tim as a replacement. They were booked on a cruise ship & ran into Austin who replaced another member. Auditioned 3rd time with Austin & Tim & accepted. Won that season, also competed with VoicePlay. Met Pentantonix during competition (previous year's winner). They & also in that season did a tour, also how met Adam Chance (was in another group) & later joined them when Chris Rupp left group. Chris has a YT channel. Has videos explaining the beginnings of Home Free & stories of tours. 2 Adams - Rupp co-founder, Chance baritone/bass replacement Adam Chance - guttural if watch near the end, can see Chance doing it. Rob - doing the scatt Tim - base Austin - ooing Adam Rupp - harmonica & perc

[@jill9837]

Hey Peter, glad to see you back and that you're checking out HF again. I do wish you would cover some of Avi's solo stuff, his new album is amazing, the songs, the vocal range he's showing...everything about it is wonderful

[@5thgentexan95]

Agree!

[@hannah9419]

Seconding this!

[@catriverotter9527]

+1 more to more R&A to Avi! 💜

[@corinnaschmidt9735]

If you want to hear a completely different Rob, you should check out End of the Road.

[@hibob4453]

Chance was imitating a Jaw harp. My question is if at the end; if Tim was double recorded. Or if that was just the natural harmonics of his voice that created the two octave notes

[@chillneophite8863]

Adam Chance is the ‘ner-ner’ guy. Love this version of the song.

[@tommarr3884]

Thanks again, Peter. I always enjoy the way you can eplain to me, a non musician, WHY and HOW i so thoroughly enjoy our favorite acapella groups. While I really don't have a music background, taking lessons from you is one of my favorite things to do with music. Thank you, thank you!

[@TheSeeking2know]

Thank you for clarifying that all the music videos are lip-synched, unless they are really singing live, where they can't be so cool-looking and detached from the singing.

[@sorchamiana]

Hearing these breakdowns is soooo helpful! 🙏💕😍 As someone just beginning to learn how to sing, I never understood how much technical knowledge really goes into vocal music! I heard ppl say "your voice is an instrument" but I thought they just meant, it plays music so you need to care for it like an instrument. I never realized it works the same as an instrument, in that as a vocalist you "play" your vocal chords in different ways to make them do different things. As someone who played clarinet in Jr. High, this makes so much more sense to me! I never knew about things like ear training and intervals, I knew written theory and how to READ music but I never learned how to LISTEN to music. Now that I've started ear training, listening to breakdowns like these is very beneficial! As you discuss these elements in the vocals, I begin to notice them and what used to sound like unidentified chaos to me, as a person on the Autism spectrum, now starts to finally make sense. Our ears take in so much and when it all jumbles together in the brain, for some of us, it can be very overwhelming when we can't tune it out (like Dolores in Encanto). Having the knowledge to properly identify what I am hearing, is so great because when I can focus on the sounds separately and how they work together, it's not as overwhelming anymore. It's like the difference between the way waves sound on the beach when you are trying to hear them, versus when they are just background noise. One experience is hectic, the other is soothing! You and all the others in your field, providing these breakdowns, probably don't realize what a great service you are providing! This knowledge is entirely life changing for anyone with sensory issues. Thank you so very much for the content!! Keep up the great work! 🥰😊🥰

[@catriverotter9527]

I love & identify 100% with what you said here, that learning about the different parts of music really helps me "make sense of the chaos". I have never agreed with the feeling that "learning too much about something kills the magic"-for me, learning to appreciate many aspects of a complicated subject makes it more amazing! I feel I understand it more rather than being overwhelmed by details 🤓

[@sorchamiana]

@@catriverotter9527 so glad it's not just me! 🥰 Anytime I can learn something new I feel it enhances my quality of life! Learning should be a lifelong pursuit! Especially when there are such beautiful things as music to learn about! 🙏🥰

[@maryhemmer7943]

Good to have you back - look forward to many more reactions.

[@tompeavy8254]

I particularly enjoy the bass voice, and the ability of an artist to have a particular timbre. As you mentioned, you know a Tim voice, Geoff, Avi, JD Sumner without looking. So cool.

[@lucdowney4564]

Thank you - appreciate your insight.

[@RolandTumble23]

That "little scratch from Rob" is my favorite moment in this thoroughly outstanding version of the song.

[@karengreene6284]

Love this song

[@marylynn8455]

Thank you for the detailed breakdown, really enjoyed. I have seen many reactions to MOCS, but have a new appreciation thru your review 😊. Thanks again!

[@danasutherlin1764]

Love watching your analysis. It makes me hear more! Thank you. ❤️ from Alabama

[@rosedouglas9586]

Awesome analysis! This song was my introduction to Home Free back in 2020 thanks to a reaction by QoFyReacts. I appreciate the time you take in breaking it all down. Don't worry about getting names mixed up... it comes right back like riding a bike. I'm a huge fan of the Bass Gang. My favorite so far of the two albums is "Mad World". Elliott Robinson is a legend to me. I hope you get to do more collaborations with him in the future.

[@babyfry4775]

Home Free is so good. Yes, that was Chance doing the mouth harp sound. When Live he will do it on a looper as he says it hurts his voice too much. Also Austin will join in with Adam to do a harmonica Live. This song was made popular in the movie O Brother Where Art Thou but that was a cover too. The song is over 100 years old. Good reaction and analysis Peter.😃

[@maia.t]

Really enjoyed watching you break down this one! One of my favorites of theirs. I appreciate how many different things you talk about, bass, perc, arrangement, mixing, vocal technique, etc. Very cool, learned a lot! 😁

[@feralgrandad4429]

Could you please analyse their version of "Mayday" thanks.

[@anitawright7169]

Home Free are the best. Love your analysis and reaction!

[@tinaraulerson7510]

The first sounds are Adam Chance (baritone/bass) performing throat sounds. Live they use live looping for that and the "dos" part.

[@debbienorris7307]

Love your HF reactions! Thank you and welcome back! Your voice is amazing too- you’re able to do Tim and Austin’s parts. 🔥

[@Cabooseq117]

Kickin' ass as always. Thanks for another great analysis

[@kathyweverka4335]

You're having fun singing along - love it!!!

[@maryluger-sartor9411]

All but Tim have a degree in music. Rob from UofM Duluth, If my memory is correct it's in opera.

[@susanhorn4325]

I’m not sure about Chance. Does he have a degree in music?

[@barbarakennedy2667]

From what I understand Chance was using Mongolian throat singing techniques to create the mouth harp twang and vibration.

[@newfiescreech7328]

Love the commentary as usual! I was first introduced to this song listening to Bob Dylan's first album. It is based off an older folk song. The arrangement made for Brother, Where Art Thou, and this arrangement make me fall in love with the song over and over again!

[@JoanN63]

This was the second song I heard from Home Free (first was Ring of Fire) Home Free is incredible. Everything they do is great. And although they are a Country A-cappela group, they can really sing all genres. They really all have great voices with their own specialties. I think you are right about Rob that he is not trained. Adam Rupp is for me the best vocal percussionist/mouth artist (But Chance makes the Jaw harp sound) The best harmony, no egos, no rivalries, great personalities etc. Besides, they can all beatbox (see their live performance 9to5). For me they are number 1 A-Cappella group I'm a Home Fry from the Netherlands.

[@caroleb.9387]

Always enjoy your analysis! 😎👍🌴

[@antrazitaj5209]

I know it's something completely different, but do reaction to Tim Foust singing Will you still love me/Stay. It would be fun to see a bass singer reaction to that

[@gailseatonhumbert]

This is my favorite song of theirs along with Ring of Fire ft Avi. Comprehensive review thank you. Chance, the baritone, is doing the mouth harp. He came from Streetcorner Symphony where he was the bass singer (they have an actual bass now Armand Hutton). So now Chance can cover bass so Tim isn't stuck as an instrument the whole time. Chris Rupp was their baritone along with his brother Adam Rupp as beatboxer founding members. Austin did study musical theater. Note - you forgot Avi in your list of things to do. To avoid "being beaten with a wet noodle" 😁 please listen to Avi's new album. Some very interesting songs in there all over the place in his full range.

[@terrichristenson432]

That was Chance using a jaw harp in the first part, and then Adam comes in with his cool sounds. Love Austins solo.

[@sylvanaire]

Not enough people recognize that initial sound as a jaw harp, thanks for mentioning it! 👍👍😄

[@SickBoiRENegade]

Ok...6 seconds in and you are already my fav home free reactor 🥰 so much detail... I'm so excited for all 6 hours of this😂!!

[@Blackard84]

I think that presence that you mentioned with Tim, also helps to make it twangy, which matches their country styling as a group. Your reactions have really helped me listen to all of the different parts of an arrangement. Amazing job man

[@MonicaGoodwin-qz5gd]

❤🤠#HomeFree. Amazing. Great reaction.

[@JessicaLopez-kk1xs]

Tim Foust and Geoff Castellucci SINGING SIDE BY SIDE in “Just Sing”…finally!!! Hope to hear your break down of it one day! 🙏🙏🙏😄❤️

[@shirleykarr560]

Watch it with the captions on for a little humor, as well as to know who everyone is.

[@alexwalker8440]

One of the first I heard from Home Free, and I love it! The first few sounds (Adam doing the jaw harp and Rob doing his part) are recorded on a looper. You hear it thru the whole song. Same way they did Edd Sheeran's "Castle on the Hill". Both sound great!

[@MrZenGuitarist]

No further adjectives need to be said regarding their singing, arrangements and so forth...but man - all of their videos somehow fits EVERY God d@mn song like a glove as well! Just crisp, raw talent - with videos to go that just makes your jaw drop! Fantastic!

[@johndeeregreen4592]

Chance is doing the F2s with a jaw harp in his mouth to get that sound. Being a bass-baritone, he has a lot of power around an F2 and gets to get funky with it.

[@PatR2243]

This is the first song I heard by Home Free. Fell down that rabbit hole and I'm still there.

[@miconis123]

Chris Rupp and Adam Rupp are brothers and both were in the band. Chris founded it but then left and Chance replaced him

[@nater_taterz2526]

I can’t wait until you get to some of Geoff’s new stuff. Its amazing as always

[@lkayh]

It’s fun to see you analyze what everybody’s doing here. Everybody in HF is so talented! Missed your commentary!! Hey, I can’t wait to hear what you think of VP’s latest (Running Up That Hill-something like that). Geoff does SOMETHING (throat singing-I dunno) we have not heard before. I am dying to hear your breakdown. Also, are you gonna sit with Mortius while he reacts to Yellow Flicker Beat? I hope so!! How are things in Santa Fe?

[@judithboggs2196]

Yes....hearing you do analysis again so good. I LOVE FLicker Beat and the video is so good. You and Bass Gang are up and comers. Can't wait to see what you all do next.

[@janicenyborg8490]

you're right it's Adam Rupp. Chris who is his brother left in 2016

[@gailw415]

Actually it’s Chance doing the jaw harp sound. He’s good at voice effects

[@johnevans469]

To here more of Rob's vocal talent, please see the End of the Road cover. Also please check out Austin's cover of Bring Him Home.

[@cynthiamiller483]

This is the first time I have come across your reaction and analysis, and I have to say that I'm impressed with your range! You pick up so much, like the inflection in their voices, which made for an interesting take on this song. I love it just because it's so southern sounding. I will definitely subscribe and look forward to your next video!

[@debbiehall9091]

Love this group. Going to see them in Aug. So excited. CK out The Driver

[@StevesTubes]

I believe that you would find Tim Foust's "Will You Still Love Me / Stay" solo very interesting...

[@jdv32003]

Opportunity to you before, and you drove me crazy with all the stopping and starting stopping and starting. I gave you one minute and I was done. Now today I'm listening to the entire song and I am stunned at the amount of time you spend stopping and talking, I'm sure musicians absolutely love your commentary you look great love the sound of your voice but I can't hang with you love you the best wishes, 63-year-old Jeff.

[@ronfuqua2117]

You really need to check out Tim's solo work starting with Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow/ Stay you won't be sorry and we would like to see your view of it

[@droid8472]

The opening part is mimicking what is called a mouth harp. Chris was a founding member and brother to Adam rupp

[@andreaislandgirl720]

You can find a lot of off-mic videos from some of their concerts that showcase their amazing projection skills, namely How Great Thou Art, Helplessly Hoping, and Auld Lang Syne. Definitely worth a listen.

[@lucyFV]

It’s cool that they did this in the pouring rain! I think this song is from 1923

[@sylvanaire]

Yours is the most understandable reaction video I’ve seen that talks about the different voices & techniques used in the recording. There is just so much going on in the song with all the various performers, I wonder that no one has divided out the audio tracks for each one so they can be appreciated on their own. Maybe it’s illegal, Idk, but I’d love to hear every line separated out. 🥰

[@belinda9696]

Chance is making the twang/mouth harp sound going into and out of the song.

[@allisa_tx]

Peter, I like listening to your reactions as you show how a change in position within your chest, throat, and head changes how the music sounds and projects, clarifies or muffles. Really educational. I'd like to ask you if you could show (sound), if you can, the difference between chest fry, inhale (that Tomi does) and the other types of bass methods as I'm not sure if I can discern them within the Bass Gang videos well enough to pick each out separately. My ear can separate the voices out within the videos but not enough to distinguish that difference yet. I too hope you will collaborate with Mortius to do a reaction to Yellow Flicker before time gets too far away from when it was dropped on KZbin. Time schedules are probably tight for both of you but still hoping. Thank you for doing these videos.