Professional Music Listener REACTS to Disturbed "The Sound Of Silence" | CONAN

[@annabeavers9590]

I started following you as soon as you said that you were a professional music listener as I too am a professional music listener and I get so sick of the music coaches and professional singing coaches etc. saying what he did wrong. He had a 102° fever and the flu on the Conan show. I have goosebumps every time I hear the song. Paul Simon put it on his Playlist. He said that was how he meant for the song to be sung. The record company wouldn't let him because he was a folk singer. Paul said that it was better than the original. I'm a 56 year old Grandma and I have just found my favorite professional music listener. David Draimen was trained classically as a Hazen,and was training to become a cantor. I feel like saying to these professional singers, and vocal coaches who cut him down, Jealous much? Thank you for a completely enjoyable reaction. 🤘

[@maximumentertainment4414]

THIS. ALL OF THIS.

[@chrissyg3722]

I'm sorry first of all to say I didn't know there were professional music listeners. I am a 63 Yr old Grandmother and I absolutely love David Draimans voice. I stumbled across Disturbed when I was looking through You Tube. I am now a fan of the band. Amazing considering I grew up an avid Osmonds fan 😁 I completely agree with you. I have watched a lot of reactions to Sound of Silence and Disturbed version, I get chills every time I listen to them. I even said to my 4 kids (ages 30-40yrs) Why haven't I heard this before? I now have Disturbed on my playlist and it's on top of my bucket list to go see them but I don't think there's a chance of that happening now. 😁🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@heatherscanlon3239]

@@chrissyg3722 You never know, you may get a chance to see them someday. I'm too old to be one of yur kids, I'm 50, but I'm not surprised even an oldschool Osmonds fan loves this. I was in my 20's when Disturbed made their rise in the mus world, which would have put you in your 30's, and it's been my experience that for the most part, it's our general age group that elevated them. Keep experiencing as much as you can musically. Not all of today's music will appeal to us older generations, but much of it will if we're willing to listen ❤️ Stay wonderful ❤️

[@chrissyg3722]

@@heatherscanlon3239 Thank you Heather. I was born in 1959 so I was a bit young for the Simon and Garfunkel version but I still remember it. It came out around the time of the Vietnam war and when President Kennedy was assassinated and I remember that too so there was a lot of things happening at that time. It's a shame to say, the song could have been written today with all that's still going on. I wasn't really into the Beatles and sixties music but then Glam rock happened. I did go on to like some rock/metal bands but Disturbed and David Draiman has definitely converted me at 63yrs 😂

[@maximumentertainment4414]

LOL Chrissy, there's no such thing as a professional music listener. It's a joke or a parody of all the of the "professional ______" out there that you see reacting to songs. At the end of the day, it doesn't matter who you are or what you do, YOU are your own professional music listener. A great song doesn't need the approval of a coach or a musician, it just needs to connect with you a certain way and make you feel what you want to feel.

[@a.e.carlton8712]

I have watched too many (but somehow still never enough) of the reaction videos for this song by Disturbed (live and studio versions). I have yet to see ANYONE critique it negatively. It is the closest thing to perfection that I have ever watched or listened to. BEST COVER EVER....I am a old lady that grew up listening to Simon and Garfunkel sing it. David Draiman and Disturbed made me FEEL IT!!!!

[@daveevenson3594]

Well said

[@elainepearson4817]

I totally agree I have yet to hear one negative comment. It is ABSOLUTELY BRILLIANT and this is how this song should have been presented in the 60s when it was originally released - i liked it then but so-so, but this version I think is beautiful and does the lyrics full justice, also his voice is totally suitable to showcase this amended cover, David does the song proud.

[@maximumentertainment4414]

Most reactions to this are overwhelmingly positive, but the negative critiques to his voice are out there, even if they're few and far between. The internet is full of people that love to pretend they know better, and with the rise of [insert profession] reaction videos, unjust criticism does happen. Even if you haven't heard it for this performance, it applies to other spectacular performances from other artists and is why I even mentioned it in the first place.

[@roseannamanues2111]

I have seen two and they got lots of backlash.

[@pastorofmuppets22]

See above.I'll be more than happy to accommodate you

[@Brummie31]

I'm an old school RocknRoller 70 years old and I can tell you that this performance bought tears to my eyes. Thank you for bringing this music to my attention I love Simon and Garfunkel, but, this was on another level.

[@cliffbell3155]

Absolutely 💯 agree. A few months ago Ive never even heard of of this guy performing before. I came across this version on KZbin and my jaw dropped ,tears formed in my eyes and literally blown away by this version by disturbed. I now since then blast it on the drive home from work. one of my fav songs off all time.I LOVE IT!! Am I mistaken that he wasn't well at the time too,like flu or cold or something? If so HELL,I didn't notice the guy has an AMAZING voice.🙏🇬🇧

[@heidicross7255]

@@cliffbell3155 You are correct. He was sick when he went on Conan, but "the show must go on", and he did this fabulous performance while suffering from a bad case of influenza.

[@heidicross7255]

Paul Simon loves this version also . He congratulated the group on the brilliance of this cover, which went places Simon and Garfunkel didn't take it.

[@cliffbell3155]

@@heidicross7255 All I can say is just..."WOW"

[@sharonpate5481]

I just turned 71 and this is one of my new favorites 🔥👵🏼☮️❤️

[@jamierigglehtd4life_CursedCrew]

I've never heard a cover of a song that I thought was as good as or better than the original until Disturbed done this song...absolutely phenomenal job 🔥❤🔥

[@daviddow8150]

You might be surprised. Tesla's Signs was much better than the origional.

[@jamierigglehtd4life_CursedCrew]

@@daviddow8150 oh yes it was...I completely forgot about that...I haven't heard that song in years!!

[@deed5811]

Nightwish did an impressive version of Pink Floyd's High Hopes

[@MariaGolay]

Listen to Pentatonix. They cover many songs and they are as good or better than the originals. Megan Trainor NO and Loutdes Royals come to mind....

[@jamierigglehtd4life_CursedCrew]

@@MariaGolay I have...I love Pentatonix..especially Mitch

[@yaanaallen2303]

David and Disturbed gave everyone a master class in performance, arrangement, and production.

[@chrispavlich9656]

No quite everyone.

[@80summerrae]

I don’t care who you are. If you don’t feel emotions when you hear Disturbed sing this song. Your broken. Just beautiful ❤

[@markmccrary3650]

I think I've watched live and original over 1,000 times. Brings tears every time.

[@menash23]

I guess I’m not alone… 😂

[@liliandomingos8119]

Realmente não está. 😢😢😢

[@Lazarus-nw1ve]

You did not chop it to pieces on every line or after every 10 seconds. This song is not a puzzle either, psychosis therefore not required. You let it play. It engulfed as it did. So no explanation needed. An absolute Masterpiece. Good job.

[@Aflores72]

He sang that beautifully idk why anyone would think he did a bad job.

[@PoliticallyPink]

no one did think so! :D

[@jalliboy]

that is the studio version they are refering to! not the live one

[@janw491]

I preferred the official video. Both were amazing

[@sheilaransom1080]

I, too, am a grandmother, 75, and hate metal and Grunge but this man is absolutely amazing the way he has control of his voice and his body language make me FEEL his message. I always liked the Simon and Garfunkel recording but, David Draian brought it to life!

[@cathyrathbun3318]

It's Perfection.................................

[@MrConacher]

I am an old guy who lived and loved the original. I saw these videos a while ago, and to be honest I refused to give any of them a try since I felt the original had to be the best. It was really in my heart and mind. And then one day while watching a series called the Blacklist, there was a scene in a car and this song was playing. I followed the credits to get the name of the band. The song really moved me. Then I found the Conan version and I was totally blown away. I had forgotten how exciting and wonderful new music could make me feel. I can tell you what I was doing when I heard the original. It takes me way back to a time in my life. But the Disturbed version captures the same emotions. It is powerful! Unbelievable. I felt like a kid again. Thank you Disturbed!!

[@SpykinR]

David is one of very few singers who can pull off this type of cover of such a classic song!

[@tomkirkemo5241]

This has to be one of the best covers of ALL time!!

[@kateadair3978]

That is why I love David DRAIMAN, his mastery of his voice like listening to a Stradivarius being played perfectly. And he's a really good man who genuinely cares about people and the world we live in

[@kjakobsen]

I wouldn't call my self a pro listener, but i must say that his performance not only gives me goosebumbs, but tears me up. And that doesn't happen often.

[@retired5218]

I have watched many reaction videos of this song. People had goosebumps, some were speechless, some had tears. No negativity that I have seen. Best cover EVER!! You can't ignore the lyrics when David Draiman sings this

[@debrablumrogers5096]

Love your reaction! 💗100% agree

[@Jay-ju9jw]

Yes correct! David was sick at the time.. Amazing cover!

[@joannmccreadie2135]

Just found your reaction to Disturbed, You are one of the very few who did not pause it every farts end to give their....oh, so important...reaction to each and every decibel and note, not to mention every expression and piano chord. You listened to the whole song...THEN gave your reaction. Love you for this. Love this song by Disturbed. Now pressing the subscribe button. xxx

[@zzzroxyzzz]

I just remember being so happy to hear this angelic side to his vocals when I grew up listening to him sing so heavy. You can really hear the church (or synagogue in this case) in his voice.

[@da40flyer]

David Draiman was actually very ill and fighting a 102 fever when this performance was taped. Just shows the power of his voice. Not gonna lie, I'm a 48 year old man and first time I heard this version I was on my knees in tears.

[@laurenpaterson1140]

Glad I'm not the only one. Every time I hear him sing this, like now, tears uncontrollably stream down my face. Don't know what it is about his voice in this song.

[@annabeavers9590]

Absolutely. The first time that I heard it was from a video made in Standing Rock North Dakota when the government was trying to put a pipeline through the sacred burial grounds on the Reservation. Morton County Police militarized themselves and shot everyone including the Elders with rubber bullets and threw sound grenades, one blew the arm off of a peaceful protesters. They put up razor wire and sprayed the peaceful protesters with water cannons in -17° weather. Check out Disturbed Sound of Silence Standing Rock. It's very graphic. They ran the pipeline through anyway only to have it leak 176,000 gallons of crude oil into a creek and into the water table of the Standing Rock Reservation.

[@roseannamanues2111]

A professional singer who did a reaction to it. She noticed at the first lyrics that he was sick.

[@deenichols3236]

🤟

[@UrNotWokeUrWashed-Tme4ReBoot24]

@@roseannamanues2111 which reaction is that, do you remember?

[@panzermensch1577]

Finally able to watch this one. A great song and great band. To those who critique David's voice when it falters or studders, people forget he has an injury in his throat. I do not recall it exactly, but in an interview he mentioned they had to heal it with tissue and that it was a once over. There's no way to heal it again if it tears. So David doing what he does with his brothers is, admirable and amazing enough. Like Max said, who are we to critique when we can't hold a note. Just enjoy it for what it is. Beautiful.

[@endoraismygma]

ALL OF THIS 💯

[@marcikeesler6060]

I have watched signs of reaction videos by a wide variety of people, from everyday folks to professionals in the music industry, and I've never seen anyone dislike this, or criticize it. Everyone I've ever seen so far has loved it.

[@maximumentertainment4414]

most do!

[@philliplynx7877]

I have seen 2 reactions, which claims that he used a popular voice changing software (dont remember the name). For me it is a excellent cover of the S&G song. I like both versions,. But this one goives me more goosebumps :)

[@brucelachniet8698]

I worked there show in 2003. The man is a special person to talk to. Down With The Sickness

[@brendamatthews6284]

He has a BEAUTIFUL VOICE.

[@schmidtdenise5756]

2nd.PART😊. YOU SAID,IT DOES NOT NEED TALENT TO CRITICIZE. THAANNXXX,LUV U 4 THAT

[@lusse7183]

I never get sick on hearing this and see reastions. This is so close to perfection, even Simon and Garfunkel said after hearing this version that it was't their song anymore. Said that David found feelings and depth they did't 🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@schmidtdenise5756]

HEYA, DENISE FROM ATHENS. (I AM GERMAN). I CHOOSED THIS PERFORMANCE FOR MY FUNERAL. REALLY. YOU SAID THE BEST THING I EVER HEARD .

[@brentflora8965]

Max, I realize that you can pick the small things that make THAT song/music SO special! It's a solar system apart from the original recording or any other double that was made of it

[@joannmccreadie2135]

Added a comment 2 months ago..re-watching now. All your comments were written on your face, I could tell when you were impressed, which was all the time you were listening. You are my favourite reactionist. xx

[@SuddenRain777]

Paul Simon, upon hearing Draiman told him it was the best version of his song he had ever heard and that the song now belongs to Disturbed. I so agree!

[@l1luSova]

Дэвид Дрейман мой любимый исполнитель слушаю его еще с 2007 года. И люблю его не просто, потому, что талантлив и является обладателем шикарного вокала. Я просто понимаю сколько человек вложил сил, эмоций, колоссального труда в себя и свою группу Disturbed.

[@gaylejohnson9826]

I’ll agree even though I don’t know wtf you said! Lol

[@devonscott9711]

2 music performances that I will listen to over and over again...Conan version of Sound of Silence by Disturbed and the Queen Live Aid performance, Iconic live performanances!!!

[@juliechurley2716]

It’s magical & magnificent. A perfect example of how music can move you

[@SKN1763]

Voice cracked? It was bloody amazing! And apparently he was performing on Conan while suffering with a 102-degree fever. Loved it!!! It was spectacular!

[@ri133ck9]

I learned a lot about how he sang this song by watching videos from singing coaches, some more than others of course. I knew nothing about music notes, how he uses his vocal cords, chest, nose, tongue; how you pronounce verbs and nouns in songs but I know more now. I have only seen one so called singer give him a bad review and that was because she was stuck on the original Simon and Garfunkle version. Obviously there was some prejudice but overall a singer and song who have 900 million views on KZbin produced something that is genius.

[@darylcaouette7615]

David was also fighting a head cold during that performance. That's a solid testament of his vocal training.

[@DavidPerry-f3v]

Absolutely love this rendition what an amazing performance.

[@raylv6962]

Spot on my friend. Just recognise genius and appreciate it. Thank you for your reaction.

[@beledathedruid7567]

So since I am at least 20 years your senior and have been listening to music and totally immersing myself in it makes me a Professional.. Wow Who Knew

[@ekaterinaamador66]

I agree with your comments. no one gets to say anything negative about it! This is an Amazing voice, song, message, emotion.

[@tmgwitmer]

Their version of this song gave it a whole new meaning for me. It is exquisite, deep, and perfect. Listen to their performance with James Kennedy singing the harmony. 🤌

[@robfindlay8766]

I Love this Version!! And i went down the rabbit whole of first impressions and vocal coaches and Profesional singers and almost all that i came across where blown away by his vocal control and the song ( Wow, was a common statement) many became Disturbed fans, but this one woman was so mortfied that some heavy metal artist would do a cover of it , was sacrilegious. Even though Paul Simon has put the version on his social media accounts, and has said David's Disturbed version actually captures the tru spirit of the song Today

[@RissaFirecat]

Thank you for listening instead of interrupting the song with their words! David Draiman has a voice for the ages. He is a vocal magician.

[@KathyAnne28]

Subscribing now. I've been watching react videos to this performance for hours and your comments after the show has absolutely sold me.

[@maximumentertainment4414]

Thanks! Appreciate that!!

[@NUTTYNANNY100]

I think this is the best reaction I have ever seen. Anyone who stops this part way through to say something is grotesque. There is no vocal reaction to this, it is all physical. It is cold chills , it is goosebumps , it is pure close your eye & breath it in as you listen. It is pure joy. It does not need the spoken word to give your reaction.💓

[@thomasirvin4159]

Totally agree,it could not have been done better.

[@flcalique]

I have listened to this performance more than any other music in my 6 decades of living. Goosebumps every time, tears a lot of the times.

[@jodyperkins-dalton7206]

It was perfection , word is he had 102 fever during this Conan show.

[@schmidtdenise5756]

3rd PART. MY FIRST VINYL(!),WAS LIVE KILLERS FROM QUEEN. I WAS 10....I KNOW QUALITY ,WHEN I HEAR IT❤

[@lovetherain1712]

totally agree - priceless, awesome, talent beyond and then some -

[@Atomic_Haggis]

Yeah, I knew you had heard it from your head movements, and you're absolutely right. This performance is beyond critique.

[@marmee54]

Best concert ever and hope to see them again

[@crimsonBlair]

We need to spread the Professional Music Listener profession more haha. I loved your respectful silence during the song and the things you said at the end because you're right: anybody could critizice for a couple of views and comments, but one does not simply says something bad about performances like this one haha. New subscriber here! Not sure it it'll be your taste, but Aurora is a impressive performer and maybe if you start with the right song you like her? I'd like to suggest Vevo live "Inhale/Exhale" or "Soulless creatures" whatever version, both move me to tears although I love all her work

[@Smitty-td7pi]

There's no question that's the best sounding song.

[@oceanlover650]

I love your attitude toward the performance and I agree 100%. Subscribed!

[@ediemeagher7401]

This guys talent is off the charts! Loved loved this song by David. Chills listening to it! That growl.. OMG!!!

[@bruceheckerman7343]

Agreed!

[@heatherscanlon3239]

I think most people want to criticise what they can't do themselves, because they feel like it makes them seem more capable than they likely are on a subject. As a musician, who has been playing music for over 40 years, I'm confident enough in my own abilities to say this: I'm a damn good musician, I've spent years worth of time practising and putting my heart into my music. I chose a different path professionally, but that doesn't take away from my abilities, I just choose to keep my passion for music a pleasure, not a job. That said, these musicians that are professional and show their passion to as many as they can reach, deserve nothing but respect, even if their particular music isn't to your taste. Then you find a talent in a place you never expected to find it. Disturbed, all of the band, but David Draiman in particular, are talented beyond reason. There are many underrated artists out there, I hope will get their credit some day, in my humble opinion, Disturbed has been there for a long time. Thank you for your screening (since you couldn't give a true reaction) it was the best "reaction" video I've seen on this so far. ❤️

[@maximumentertainment4414]

This right here is what it's all about.

[@larryclark4297]

David asked the band members how they wanted to do this cover they all said in a stripped-down version Paul Simon said when he heard this cover is the best cover he's ever heard of The sound of David nail this cover

[@larryclark4297]

I have heard David say that he has been Classically trained in music

[@boldrick65]

take my hat of to youyou let the song play all the way rather than stoping it every 15 second going wow woww respect

[@nessienessie8798]

Simply just a MASTERPIECE ❤

[@bobbiebastin5423]

My 1st concert was 1957 Cincinnati, Paul Anka, i was 4 yrs, I went crazy, I saw David in person probably 2003, he is one of the best I've heard!!! Check out LILIAC, THEIR FEMALE SINGER IS AMAZING, AT 69 THEY ARE BLIWING MY MIND!!!

[@hollacewilliams4341]

Absolutely love this song ...

[@CalcoonBlender]

thanks very much my friend. aweseome!

[@l.e.alvord6171]

I've seen a lot of reviews on this song people try to explain how he did it what he did but I've never heard anyone say anything negative I don't think they can find anything negative to say and in the live performance he was really really sick with the Flu. I thoroughly enjoy David Draiman's rendition of this song

[@brendabinau1187]

Absolutely the Best cover ever!!! And I hate covers!! David owned this!! And had Paul’s blessing!!

[@danielwilliams276]

Thank you for telling it the way it should be. Damn great performance, no matter what someone says.

[@lancetindall3367]

Found your channel and subscribed. Can't wait to see what you do next. If you are looking for suggestions, something you may not have considered is an acapella group. Pentatonix has been around, apparently for a long time. I heard their version of Bohemian Rhapsody and was blown away! Like to get your reaction to that.

[@maximumentertainment4414]

I LOVE Bohemian Rhapsody - so I'll take any chance to listen to a new version of it! It ay take a few weeks to get to it, but I will DEFINITELY check it out. Thanks!!

[@dotwyness4110]

Can I add Home Free, another acappella group, they gave us Home Fries a new video every two weeks during lockdowns and have continued since. Worth a look x

[@tinapatterson5022]

@@dotwyness4110 Home Free Christmas Song of ( Can you Hear What I Hear) Knocked Me Out My Chair. Tim's Base almost Blew my Head Phones off!!!

[@margaritacano5466]

❤❤❤❤❤,LOVE THE PASSION, BEAUTIFUL LOVE HIS VERSION. AWESOME TOTALLY AWESOME ❤❤❤.

[@the_eli0298]

Okay…I like your approach! Thanks for the video!

[@sharonpate5481]

All that while he was running a fever and still performing! 🔥👵🏼☮️❤️

[@timscroggins2345]

Perfect

[@dixiefletcher1539]

Love David’s voice! He was sick this day that’s why he was sitting

[@GidgettheMidget1103]

He is incredible!

[@chrissyg3722]

I love Hold on to memories 👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@chudwickmt]

Church, my brother. I subscribed because of your “how dare you” speech at the end.🤙

[@lisahopkins4379]

I love love love this cover his take on this epic song just took it to another level!!!💜💜💜

[@kristapendergrassguardascione]

yay..thank you!!

[@zajazaja9101]

YOU ARE ON POINT, IT MASTERPIECE IN ITS PERFECTION! 😍

[@jeansalzman2.012]

ROCK ON!!!!! You are 100% correct. Ya' can't critique THIS!!!! You are the ONLY person I have seen say this. I have seen persons who have criticized this performance. Only GOD can wreck this guy...... and God has blessed David Draiman. THANK YOU FOR BEING YOU AND FOR YOUR BEAUTIFUL REACTION!!!

[@TomKirkemo-l5c]

David is at a level of his own!!

[@Pilutta100]

I was singing along as I always do to this one and I am frustrated that I can only do the first part, as soon as " people taking without speaking " part comes on, it's too high for me. Wtf is that,what am I? 😲😁😏 Itsucha wonderful performance, and love seeing you loving it. ( be happy you didn't hear my version, atleast it was short) Hugs from Sweden

[@JohnChilders-x9t]

He had a fever and had the flu and he didn't want to do it but did. He is amazing

[@karenmccarthy6666]

Everyone appreciates it, for real. Vocalist, composers….. everyone loves this

[@armondobbabone8556]

Think of where we were in the 60's and the warning Simon & Garfunkle gave us through Paul's lyrics; think of where we are today, through the lens of this masterful arrangement David Draiman and Disturbed gave us - and of the anger we should feel that we've failed to listen to Paul's warning. Then think of where we're headed...

[@karenstafford724]

That was PERFECTION 🥰 💞

[@darrylwillett8359]

The perfect cover here.

[@ZenaJaworski]

I have heard others' reactions to this song and it drives me crazy when they stop and comment or rewind to the beginning. Thank you for listening to the whole performance and then commenting on it.

[@nonya6281]

It's funny you mentioned the voice crack. Though typically it doesn't happen, but I think it was because he was sick during this performance, and for me that voice crack brought the emotion behind the words to a whole new level - but then again, I'm not a professional music listener lol Thanks for your reaction. I enjoyed it.

[@J0hnny8ravo]

Pure common sense! You've just got one more subscriber.

[@melissahill8707]

That man was sick asf , and still pulled off that amazing performance 👏 that is talent! ❤

[@jackymossman6383]

❗️UNBELIEVABLE- MOST AMAZING VERSION OF THE SOUND OF SILENCE - THANK GOSH HE DECIDED NOT TO STAY A LAWYER - WHAT A WASTE TO THE MUSIC INDUSTRY IF HE DIDN’T FOLLOW HIS SINGING CAREER - I HAVE WATCHED THIS LIVE VERSION & HIS MADE FOR VIDEO SONG SO MANY TIMES & THEY ARE BOTH FLAWLESS ❗️

[@chadnoe1349]

The guy is a complete badass

[@karenmccarthy6666]

So talented

[@oldtownadventures6180]

I love these reaction videos because I need to know if other people feel the same way I do every time I hear this performance!!

[@dimitri00769]

Great channel buddy! Shout out from Australia ✌️🤘

[@tianaphillips233]

He was also sick during this performance!!!