Reaction to "Kate McCannon" - Vocal Coach Analysis of Colter Wall performing LIVE

We're back again today watching the incredible Colter Wall. There's so much to cover in this performance from his storytelling to his musicality. Here he is performing the song "Kate McCannon" LIVE.
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[@KnallenN]

Dude was just a kid and his songwriting is that good. I particularly love the detail of him shooting Kate with 3 rounds. Using a normal 6 bullet revolver, he also had 3 rounds for the lover. But that's not important to mention, because the dread of Kates fate overwhelms everything else

[@thenickfoxx]

The 3 isolated bass drum beats afterward was the gun shots for the lover. At least that's what I felt about it.

[@SuperSuperdude88]

@@thenickfoxx yes! also 3 hard strikes on the guitar

[@Jooca03]

He was quite young when this was recorded, he was about 19 if I'm not mistaken and he only got better with time. Cowpoke shows a bit more of his vocal range.

[@hisdud3ness93]

I think he also personally doesn't like this live session, but I do not know the reason for it, I love it!

[@pinkkfloydd]

@@hisdud3ness93 While it sounds great, you can tell he really doesn't know what he's doing really when it comes to his voice. If he continued this style of singing, he'd have completely blown out his vocal chords by now.

[@INDRIDCOLD83]

@@pinkkfloydd Indeed, but I'll have to disagree on how he sounds now. I enjoyed his raspy voice far more. Just my opinion and I can't get into any of his newer songs since his voice change.

[@hugoantunes2937]

Cowpoke is amazing!!! Beautiful song!!!

[@harmondraws]

@@INDRIDCOLD83 his new music is much more like classic folk, hes trying to emulate marty robins and guys like him. I like to think it sounds like if Johnny Cash went full on folk. I completely understand how you feel because i love his old music but he still sounds good imo

[@roywall8169]

This man has a wonderful feel for dynamics. He is everything Nashville isn’t…..real.

[@dmon44dav]

Real musical talent hides in the Appalachian mountains and Great Smokys. @thevocalyst needs to look up Jake Kohn another mind blowing voice.

[@16dayswarontoyou5]

@@dmon44dav thank you for introducing me to Jake. My God , Frost bite is riveting.

[@fuckyoutube1999]

@@dmon44davhe’s from Canada though

[@dmon44dav]

@@fuckyoutube1999 He was born in Winchester, Virginia. Don’t know where your getting that info buddy

[@RevanX]

​@@dmon44davNo, Colter Wall is from Saskatchewan, Canada... the Great Plains. Where the real cowboys live.

[@cobracommander9138]

It's crazy that the biggest podcast in the world JRE invited him on the show and he declined because he had to work. 🤣

[@jackryan444]

Specifically on his ranch... Cause he's actually a real Cowboy on top of this... In the 2020s...

[@johnnyhammersticks88]

That goofy show Yellowstone has nothing on the real cowboys. Colter is a certified ranch hand. Music is his hobby on the side. I would absolutely love to jam with him and spend a day learning what he does on the ranch. ❤🤙🏼

[@eltubo7]

Thats when you know he don't give a dam*

[@homelesspete4738]

Classic Colter

[@homelesspete4738]

Colter doesn´t care, he doesn´t give a shit

[@crispy_338]

Some of the only “country” music I can listen to. He’s incredible

[@jxstified7558]

Morgan Wallen, Ernest, Hardy, Chris Stapleton, Colter Wall, Zach Bryan, Tyler Childers or Oliver Anthony. If you don't like any of them your ears are broken :)

[@cakeandmilk4526]

​@@jxstified7558you're missing one, Benjamin Todd I like all of them

[@giselleguillaume3298]

@@jxstified7558thank u sm for the recommendations, i love country but sometimes it’s hard for me to find good artists.

[@jacksonw2032]

Not country music. Western music

[@XanderKlaus-gv8oe]

@@jxstified7558Morgan wallen is pop

[@t1dmtb680]

I like how symbolic it is that there are no lyrics after the final line. “Nothing left but to face the music”

[@kp4588]

Well put.

[@cobracommander9138]

That Kate McCannon was for the creek!

[@SerenDipity64711]

His voice is so unique. I love how he tells the story - you can visualise everything through his intensity. Would really like him to cover A Boy Named Sue in his unique style!

[@brendabinau1187]

He was only 21!! He hates these versions cuz he claims he couldn’t sing!! Love him to pieces!!

[@Hat_Uncle]

I loved the three beat drum emphasis right before the wind down, accentuating what he sang about in the previous stanza.

[@bigbobmason]

3 remaining shots for the lover

[@adamhickson]

Cowpoke, Bury Me Not, Sleeping On The Black Top all amazing. Colter brought back the Mrdr ballad. Cow Poke will shock with you with his mixed/head voice!!!

[@vhaarr]

If you love murder ballads, you'll love Steve Martin & The Steep Canyon Rangers ft Edie Brickell - Pretty Little One 🙂

[@adamhickson]

@vhaarr nick cave's album "Murder Ballads" is an all time fave. Different genre but outstandingly dark.

[@claireshonyo6906]

yes! please do cowpoke

[@adamhickson]

@@claireshonyo6906 cowpoke is AMAZING

[@hudsonthrownunderthebus]

Great presence, and refreshing to hear an artist that's got some real balls, both in his voice and the lyrics. Superb!

[@TheBTeamOfficial]

"..............was he chewing gum the whole time???" 😂 God, Colter is too good. Someone else mentioned "cowpoke" and I can honestly say i've never heard somebody sing the word "beans" more beautifully. Would recommend!

[@Malama_Ki]

That was barbed wire he has for breakfast with whiskey and non filter Pall Mall’s. Or maybe the nails he had for lunch with his Drain-O mouthwash.

[@therealnote2186]

100%​@@Malama_Ki

[@therealnote2186]

​@Ma don't forget the fact he was up at 4am getting ready for work when doing it lama_Ki

[@guyfuller1369]

The simplicity you rightly refer to is, of course, anything but easy. Part of the magic lies in the minimalist text. Minimalism gives the audience work to do, and that kind of engagement contributes greatly to one’s appreciation. He is a gifted artist, and your analysis nails that. Thanks!

[@marionfischer5927]

He reminds me so much of Mr. Jonny Cash! RIP, you good soul!

[@adamclark6756]

I was thinking the same. I think it is the way he phrases the words, and his voice too.

[@marionfischer5927]

@@adamclark6756 couldn' t say it better, mate!

[@Brook2400]

100% agree with u when u said Colter's voice and style reminded me immediately of "the man in black". Colters voice is incredible! I sure hope he is discovered and makes it to the big stage! Tnx for making this video! 👍

[@SkunkApe407]

I love how it is so obvious when his lyrics really start to move you. Your passion for music is clearly evident, and I'm glad I'm not the only one who gets giddy talking about this kid. He's somewhere between Johnny Cash and Waylon Jennings, and wherever that is, I wanna be there.

[@westloves]

to me this song is close to a perfect murder ballad , ive listened to it a mill times and still love every time is comes on. CW is everything i love about country music.

[@charlesbrown4483]

You gotta hear "Cowpoke" next, it really shows his incredible range.

[@austinoginski9513]

One thing that is so impressive with these Original 16 Sessions performances is the simplicity of everything. Vocals, a kick drum, and an acoustic guitar. There is both a rich and full sound, yet there is space. You hear every detail, so everything needs to feed into the story or it stands out rapidly. And he pulled it off at 19…

[@bigatomicsloth3369]

I'm from an Appalachian coal mining town and I normally don't like country because my life has been too country as it is lol This, however, is so descriptive and dark that my metalhead self can't help but love it. Excellent analysis and video.

[@matthewtorres6334]

On his newest album, he has a couple songs he yodels a little bit on. Really incredible.

[@connor6648]

What songs are they?

[@jackryan444]

​@@connor6648 honestly... Just listen to the album. It's worth it.

[@SuperSuperdude88]

the pauses he makes are sooo good.

[@stepfretsammy9401]

You're a gem to! I've listened to this song twenty times and it gives me goosebumps. Nice job. I'll be back for more Vocalyst.

[@TreySpitzer]

That comparison to Johnny Cash was exactly what I thought. Such a wonderful story teller and performer.

[@Keunt]

he has such a good economy of words, 3 rounds into kate mccannon implies 3 rounds for the other lover.

[@nicholasdecker5541]

You notice in his outro he gave a paced rapid 3 bass kick? To me I feel like that was the 3 in the other lover

[@EpicBrawlersYT]

:O

[@InconnuMontecristo]

@@nicholasdecker5541 that is a great way to see it, but he gives 4 beats not just 3

[@cobracommander9138]

@@InconnuMontecristo He obviously had a seven shooter.

[@jackryan444]

​@@cobracommander9138I know you were joking... But 7 and 8 shooters were definitely a thing from the US Civil war forward... He's a cowboy so def post civil war period.

[@RedPillLife1966]

That recording session has 42,000,000 plus views. Amazing.

[@JoshDisher]

This kid and this song are AMAZING! WHAT A STORYTELLER!

[@fix-itdemon1696]

Benjamin Dakota Rogers singing john came home would blow her mine. Ive listen to that song 100+ times and it still gives me chills

[@josephstude5638]

As a vocalist I'm really attracted to music with sparse instrumentation too but it's a double-edged sword, right? You have to be really on your game. Thanks for the reaction as always. :)

[@bigwave8165]

This whole session with just him and that kick drum is incredible… truly an artist just in his own groove

[@BryanMurray-ic8mu]

I love finding gems , I can hold my emotions when I hear this

[@anthony1trucker560]

My son introduced me to this guy. Great singer!

[@CMChuck]

I love that you heard THIS 16 Brewery session version. Truly the BEST version he does of this song. Seen him live twice and he didn’t play it. You feel how we all feel!

[@mydaddonohoe2947]

You could literally write the script to a movie from the lyrics of this song.

[@deadbrother5355]

If the inspiration wasn't given away until the end credits roll and this song played... there would not be a soul in the auditorium without goosebumps. The movie should actually end where the song does as a reminder to not play games with a devoted heart.

[@cobracommander9138]

The video of this song is like a short movie.

[@JD-jh3mp]

What about the guitar after he finds her with another lover? He can feel his world shatter in the rage build, it’s amazing.

[@prestons6876]

The crescendo into a forte is so good. When I first listened to the song I played that part back 3 times 😂

[@scottuk894]

God I love this sound.. this is soul.. the depth.

[@sazon860]

Seeing him live was great

[@justitia257]

Beautiful reaction. Grazie

[@toddnoom626]

Cant wait for you to explain the physics of that voice coming out that body!

[@360-media]

Your videos are so real. I seem to learn something new from each video.

[@scouttrooperjohnny]

"Songs of the Plains" is his best album IMO. The song "Plain to See Plainsman" actually makes me feel good and I just can take off from my worries and be somewhere else while listening. And "Wild Dogs"...reminds me of my wild years...

[@graldrouse4194]

when i here Colter wall singing yes Johnny cash comes to mind but there's someone that told stories better that was marty Robbins could tell a story an make you believe that you were part of it like El paso or feleena Mr shorty or or my favorite the strawberry Roan check out Marty Robbins hesa great story teller to

[@callmese7en319]

Why did Kate McCannon get removed from Original 16’s page. Can’t find it anywhere without reactions. Still happy I saw this reaction though

[@amandablaze7879]

When he sings “my darling angel’s not inside” there’s a hint of fear in the end of that phrase.

[@kevinmcdonald6446]

He's in no rush to tell the story, is he? Holds us in suspense. And yes, he sounds like Cash. Reminds me of Cash's voice and pacing from Don't Take your Guns to Town.

[@bentindle9036]

I’m not sure there is a better songwriter/storyteller alive today.

[@jackryan444]

Tyler Childers? But they are def cut from the same cloth.

[@keithwielkiewicz7721]

This song is a instant classic

[@Tex_Deeboy]

Agree w/ a lot of the other commenters, you will love "Cowpoke" if you haven't already listened to it by now. Colter Wall is one of those old souls in a young mans body. Had the pleasure of meeting him at the Tumbleweed Music Festival 2017 and I've got to say he has got to be THE MOST HUMBLE artist I have met thus far.

[@MattGelgota]

I love how his playing gets increasingly unhinged after he finds her with some other lover. This is such an amazing performance.

[@shaness112233]

9:30 You're describing a Yodel, from what I can hear. A lot of country songs use the technique, but I like it best in ballads like this

[@Versul1]

How many you out there are seeing the movie of this story in your head?

[@williamleeming4082]

He sounds so damn much like Johnny Cash (JC) it's unreal. He's really good 👍!

[@johngrepo9976]

She's smitten by him..❤

[@ironwoodworkman4917]

This song is called a murder ballad. It originated in Scandinavia, England, and lowland Scotland in the premodern era So many Irish and Scottish and English settled in Appalachia KY, WV, VA they became commen. They became more American when the Supernatural was removed. I think Colter wrote this song when he was in WV and making the album Colter Wall and Imaginary Appalachia. I do know, he was talkin with W. B. a bit and stopped by in Dingess WV about the same time. Anyhow wikipedia has a OK read on this subject if Y'all would like to know more.

[@thefishsauce]

I love his work, from this album especially. More subtle in the studio version, but that's so often the case. I'd love to hear what you've got to say about Erika Wennerstrom (more known as a songwriter than a singer, but her voice has a lot of character).

[@dunbar555]

I came for Colter Wall, and I found you exquisite

[@David-op5fs]

Story Tellling. Excellent. Marty Robbins.

[@joeymcwilliams3440]

He reached back in time and found a proper Appalachian murder ballad.

[@MartinMcMartin]

He's following his own path which is cool too.

[@NintendoMania98]

Freightliner blues live by him is so good

[@dividedbytimestudios]

I don’t know what the vocal equivalent is, but he always tunes his guitar low, but used a capo to bring the pitch back up, creating that buzzy rattling tone. I think if you have him a standard tuned guitar it’d lose that sound he creates, Bob Fudge is my favorite story telling song

[@georgescaggs8602]

Three rounds…no more no less. One for him, one for her, and one for the lover.

[@garyduvall1796]

He uses the bass drum as his beating heart beating harder as he gets upset although it's still in time

[@wrothgar]

I LOVE that you compare him to Johnny Cash, because a lot of people do and I completely agree. Anyone that knows Cash knows this to be true, they both tell very dark stories that grasp your attention and emotions. I've been stuck on and addicted to Colter for a while now, I still can not get enough of this guy, he blew my mind and I'm in love with his music.

[@SuperSuperdude88]

hes not singing of some silly heartbreak from a boy like taylor swift, or red solo cups and drinking with your dog in a truck. this is real music he sings.

[@colt4201]

What's your problem man....leave Taylor out of this!!!! Leave her alone!!!

[@ericfradenburg754]

Have you heard Jake Kohn yet?? You must hear this kid sing! Hes only 16! Find his song "Frostbite"! Incredible!

[@Brad-S]

Cool song Thanks for tip. 👍I am new to your show, must say I really enjoy your thoughts and analysis. Sometimes I think your facial expressions say more than words could ever say. Thanks!

[@MindlessPrimate]

Just found this video and your channel. I dont know if you will see this Where it was an older video but if you enjoy colter you should check out Tyler Childers and Lost dog street band or and of Benjamin Tod's solo stuff{LDSB lead singer}

[@JLP_710]

The Vocalyst: sorry guys I have to restart the song Me: wait a minute…. I thought that’s how you’re supposed to listen to Colter..

[@kevinbryan4215]

Please listen to his song cowpoke, it definitely shows his vocal growth

[@546Scott]

I remember the first time I heard this guy.... initially I wanted to turn the channel so to speak but I didn't.... And I am happy I didn't. A unique voice and great story telling.

[@sascandave]

Fun fact his dad was the premier of Saskatchewan Canada

[@bjmcmahon722]

#Country going #Country again 🇺🇸

[@TheSheepdog54]

I'd love to hear your take on his western style music. He sounds like a completely different performer.

[@ThatsCowpoke2u]

His 1st visit with joe Rogan was canceled cause…well, colter had cows to move. lol. That’s a true cowpoke.

[@georgescaggs8602]

Same note as he said “He met her in the creek.”

[@kaziswatching]

I wasn't expecting his voice, it's amazing. Speaking of storytelling, have you watched Kasey Chambers - Lose Yourself (Eminem Cover) from last year (feat a banjo)?

[@rob_6292]

"was he chewing gum this whole time?" reminds me of Sideways 😅

[@brianhildreth9099]

Great reaction. Thank you... You're so pretty, by the way.

[@gyz8566]

Have you listen to Heavy Heart by The Red Clay Strays!! Love your videos!!!

[@Hangar402]

Was hoping for Cowpoke next he sounds like a different singer in it

[@yutub561]

I would love for you to react to La Dispute. Any song. Their audiotree live session is great

[@gdcakaban]

I could see Stompin Tom doing this. . . . .

[@MVP2.1]

I would watch Colter breed The Vocalyst ❤

[@geoffreyneelin6063]

Awesome. Love to hear your reaction to Randy Meisner Eagles Take it to the limit

[@catblack666]

Beautiful reaction. Grazie you are great! Maybe if you do a reaction of ALEX TERRIBLE (Slaughter To Prevail - Viking)(ALEX TERRIBLE - DOOM SLAYER) they are also great from Falling In Reverse - (Watch The World Burn" LIVE) The Popular Monstour, thank you and success!

[@cryptocrazy_777]

good artists, a reaction would be great!!

[@zackarybolton4668]

Everytimw she listens to his voice she kinda acts like she is in love with it lol his singing is beautiful though he reminds me of Waylon

[@albertogarciaortiz1118]

Hello, beautiful, I am a Mexican, I admire your beauty, I would like to see your reaction to more Mexican artists like Jose Jose, the song “El Tristo,” and the song “Abrazame Very Strong” by Juan Gabriel, greetings, beautiful.

[@docsspot1953]

Wow.

[@mr.x3812]

Can you imagine him being in The Highwaymen but he's actually all four of them in one he is so awesome

[@NatGreenOnline]

Country is by far my least favourite music genre but I'll gladly crank Colter Wall whenever I hear him. Such an amazing voice and story telling.

[@gabrielcasey3016]

Because you have shit taste😅

[@jimmywoodard7871]

You should give a listen to Amigo The Devil "Hell and You".

[@si8086]

The AABBA rhyme scheme is so cool. I dont hear it often.

[@centrasseptyni8277]

Even it's not my favorite artist but I really enjoyed reaction and analysis

[@jeffd0721]

I really believe you would enjoy some tyler childers... he has an amazing voice and a fellow kentucky boy

[@JW-of5td]

Colter Wall. A bizarrely talented man.

[@jordangamesvlogs9892]

I'd like to see how you react to something like cowpoke or caroline or western swing and waltzes after watching this.

[@michaelrobertson7650]

That people, is how you write a song

[@DV-ol7vt]

Colter Wall song Sleeping on the Blacktop is a excellent song, I would love to hear your opinion of.

[@StevanMandic-t2l]

If u want to hear the voice of the angel...here u a song..,u just dont need words...u will understand this - Tose Proeski ( In Memoriam) - Zajdi Zajdi