RENegade Showed Me Ren's Back on 74 / Message in a Bottle

[@mikesimpson1866]

Q: What genre do you listen to? A: Ren

[@K8TDidToo]

Truth 💜

[@TwinkleToestheBerserker]

Yeah, that sums it up, doesn't it?

[@kellyt5341]

Yes...💯

[@mrdarengilbert3907]

Ummmmmm A

[@yvesmustafa1265]

😂

[@Traveler13]

I never thought i would ever sit and listen to a pair of opera singers Geek out about Ren for an hour😆 but i just have and enjoyed all👍

[@CharlieCalottaReacts]

Yo there's a lot more where that came from ha: kzbin.info/www/bejne/a5fXpHZ7asqooLs kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z4fWiXSgi9WSeK8

[@tammyblevans2344]

The BTS of Back on 74 shows that he not only creates these mashups, he often does it with an IV in his arm.

[@angelluhman9006]

Was about to say the same thing😂😂😂❤❤❤

[@K8TDidToo]

The BTS are always surprising...but not😂

[@juliannemil6158]

I guess this was the back story. Came home in Brighton. Had an idea. Chose a spot. Called up his old buddies. This gives the jamming its unadulterated beautiful spontaniety.

[@mrdarengilbert3907]

@@juliannemil6158so true, despite his tumultuous and ongoing health issues REN is a force and he adds so much value to this world

[@9madness9]

Agreed with all above, its on his other channel, "RenMakesStuff" btw

[@juliannemil6158]

Further up the chill side is Ren and his band The Big Push doing Bongo Bong on a roof top. Just pure chill.

[@CharlieCalottaReacts]

Some of these vibes to break up the heart breaking stuff is super appreciated. Thank you!

[@debthecpn]

@@CharlieCalottaReactslove bongo bong such a vibe

[@GarnetJ]

Bongo Bong is one of my favorites!!! Definitely worth a reaction

[@Nanersbananers]

I second this! Bingo bong is one of my favorites of The Big Push.

[@simply_psi]

Yeah, another vote for Bongo Bong, the harmonies are insane.

[@mariogansbeke]

A few days ago Ren released a BTS of the jamming, the brainstorming, the creation, the rehearsals and the actual filming. A def must watch!!!!!

[@corsa180]

Speaking of Sting and Ren, Ren and the Big Push do an incredible cover of Sting's "Englishman in New York"

[@evenflow1981]

Him and Sam Tompkins covered 'Walking on the Moon' whilst busking too. Great version.

[@AnneBiebrich]

Yes they did an amazing cover of "Englishman In New York "

[@devincooper7821]

As far as I know, this song went from concept to completed project over the course of 10 days during the winter holidays last year. There is a newly released Behind The Scenes video really showing Ren's thought processes.

[@devincooper7821]

@@pmbbmp No need to be so bitter. It's a bad look for an adult.

[@rebeccaburnell9319]

His shared smile with the backup singers at 10:43 is everything. A musician appreciating the making of music, and fellow musicians who Get It. Often brings tears to my eyes. We cry so much over the dark and tragic themes in Ren's music (and I'm a glutton for dark & heavy music) - it feels like it's pretty important to revel in the joy, too. It's the joy of it all that propels him, afterall. (I also love the long look he gives to Sam PF/the crew doing the filming; would love to know what he was communicating to them/looking for from them)

[@Tearnofear]

there is a BTS from this Gig. Watch it, its rly funny and heartwarming :)

[@rebeccaburnell9319]

@@Tearnofear oh totally, the renmakesmusic channel is full ô such amazing stuff!

[@alanmai5656]

i change my mind you guys should do Fred Again by Ren mashup so good

[@Musiklife.9049]

It’s difficult isn’t it…also the acoustics of Murderer and Genesis 😊

[@titntin5178]

I would definitely second the fred again mash up... shows yet another side.

[@ALMBDCiftci-r1h]

Charlie & Nicole are fire together

[@trevorgreen8615]

Really like these two together:)

[@blackpanther3912]

I love how a 5 minute music video turned into an hour long breakdown video, so cool. Thanks for sharing!

[@geofthompson3844]

I'd be willing to bet that Ren has listened to that Sting album because he's a massive Sting fan and has covered several Sting tracks with the Big Push.

[@CharlieCalottaReacts]

Yeah fair, based on what people were saying in live chat it’s probably a lot more likely than I thought

[@geofthompson3844]

@CharlieCalottaReacts another thing to consider is that Ren spent a huge part of his life in bed and unable to go out, so he immersed himself in music and movies and books. So as you progress in your journey with his music you will find so many different influences clearly present.

[@rebeccaburnell9319]

@@geofthompson3844 This! Everyone's always like "how can he know all this music, how can he play instruments so well" etc... even in the months/years he wasn't nearly bedbound, he was increasingly *housebound.* Listening to music/watching movies, practicing playing, writing music... were some of the things he had immediately at hand at all times, so long as his health didn't have him in extreme pain/nausea/whatever.

[@geofthompson3844]

@rebeccaburnell9319 yeah, his years of suffering were horrible but I think it's fair to say that without those years he wouldn't be the artist we all love. He honed his craft and grew as a human from those dark years.

[@jenniferfoster1692]

Yes, Sting is his favorite singer & he's definitely inspired by him in many ways.

[@iamsquatty]

Rens voice here is like melted honey mixed with smoky whiskey. Its just so damn good 🥹💜

[@CharlieCalottaReacts]

Dang this is SO well put

[@iamsquatty]

@@CharlieCalottaReacts 😁💜

[@Dr.Brummel]

Thanks for a great reaction 👍❤ The video was shot in the Bar Valentino in Brighton. I can't imagine Ren ever making a video in a green room. It's another great video filmed by Samuel Perry-Falvey. The background singers are Sylvia Mwenze and Scarlett Fae. Scarlett has some own songs on her channel as well. The bass player is his friend Kai Lacey (who played Kujo in the Beat Down video). Furthermore you can find some BTS videos on his RenMakesStuff channel. Two recommendations: 'English Man In New York' and 'Swan song' by Ren's former band The Big Push.

[@DavidPChristian2]

Scarlett Fae has next big thing in British R&B vibes.

[@davedavenport8673]

Please do The Big Push - I shot the Sheriff/Road to Zion/Hip Hop next. You will obv. hear much more of the reggae influence, but what intrigues me is his ability to mimic these artists. It makes sense since he also does other characters in his songs and can seamlessly go between them. He has a gift for mimicry, or worked hard at it, or both. The TOTAL artistic mastery is unmatched.

[@CharlieCalottaReacts]

Been recommended a lot. This one's high on the list. Thank you!

[@Dstinii]

Renegades have been known to tag Cillian Murphy and tell him he looks like Ren. Bwahaha

[@K8TDidToo]

Ren did a post wishing for the day when Cillian Murphy is told he looks like that Ren guy😂

[@majbrat]

😂

[@Mama_High]

😂

[@margothealy6881]

I am waiting for the movie starring Ren with Cillian Murphy….cant you imagine it with them playing the same character over time (like Ren as young Oppenheimer and. Cillian as the mature version)….maybe if I keep putting it out into the universe it will manifest. We have seen Ren has the acting chops 🎉

[@kellyt5341]

😂

[@GB_slacker]

I need more of your Ren reactions ASAP. The two of you do such an amazing job breaking down the music together ❤❤❤

[@CharlieCalottaReacts]

More to come :)

[@davidperkins6752]

@@CharlieCalottaReacts 🙂🙂🙂❤❤❤

[@jeremythornton3240]

You guys rock! 🤘🏻 I am so excited to see you guys peal back the many, many more layers of Ren. It's never-ending!

[@Shiroar]

Again I love Nicole being there representing all of us 😂 And Charlie, your reaction when Ren first started singing was perfect! That initial surprise turning into a huge smile 😊 Also made me very hyped for your reaction when reaching the last part 😂 This was another brilliant ReNtake. Just Ren doing Ren things. Crazy runs and harmonies, filthy bars to remind us that he is also still a cheeky boi, and that voice that’s perfect for Sting/The Police songs. And yes, despite all that talent he is so humble. What matters to him is the music, not ego. Ren has music in his soul and pours so much soul into everything he does. We’re just lucky to witness it. And you’re still at the top of the rabbit hole so most of this wonderful journey is ahead of you 🐰🕳️

[@CharlieCalottaReacts]

Glad to have you here to jump down the rabbit hole with us!

[@dreamwalklady5805]

I think you nailed it, talking about Ren’s humility and commitment to the piece. I think it’s what makes his collabs and work with his band, The Big Push, so successful. He’s done a lot of busking with friends and his band where they improvised. To do that well, you have to listen to others, respect their artistry, know when to take a step back, etc. He’s so darn talented and charismatic that he often draws attention, but he has no issue what so ever making space for others to shine. He WANTS other to people around him to be successful. He WANTS them to be the best version of themselves. He said it often enough, a rising tide lifts all ships ❤

[@iamlpinthe312]

I love this dynamic SO much!! Nicole has discovered the joy of the Ren reaction rabbit hole.

[@Frakk_69]

The behind the scenes video gives great insight into his process. "Who's the lead singer of the Police?" hurt my old soul. 😋

[@CharlieCalottaReacts]

Sorry, it’s not an age thing just a sheltered classical music kid thing haha

[@sherylw4599]

I was shouting it, don’t know how they didn’t hear me 😅

[@emmanx011]

LOOOL... ME TOO !!!! I was yelling... - STING!!!; Don't you know Sting!!?? 😂😅

[@Lemonbees]

He writes produces and directs.. or covers remixes and mashes up... his acoustic versions of his official releases are more than worthy of a listen.. his arrangements are extraordinary. 🎉

[@neilcooper2966]

I too, love you guys geeking out about this stuff!

[@CharlieCalottaReacts]

🤓🤓🤓🤓🤓

[@juliannemil6158]

Reneverse is such a blackhole that it pulls other heavenly bodies worth their palette into its core. Love tracking up you guys along the ride.

[@CharlieCalottaReacts]

Yo thank you!

[@CharlieCalottaReacts]

Glad to have you along for the ride

[@Musiklife.9049]

He has an idea…he loves a piece of music, 2 weeks later…it happens 😊 Legend

[@CharlieCalottaReacts]

It’s really truly inspiring

[@sharoncarlisle9453]

You guys would absolutely love watching the BTS for this video from his renmakesstuff channel. Throwing my vote in with those who suggested it below. It's a bit long, but we're all here for it.

[@dougphelps6917]

Ren released a making of video for this song... it is an excellent watch.

[@menolikey_]

Please link

[@kellyt5341]

@@menolikey_ @RenMakesStuff ...BTS back on 74

[@NightFogFilms]

@@menolikey_ kzbin.info/www/bejne/lZ6waKdvp5pqhsUsi=jqPt8e4FKDe0wHrW

[@nimajneB621]

I’m a straight man and even I have a crush on Ren in this one 😅

[@shelleynull6532]

I fully support this😂

[@shelleynull6532]

I'm actually old enough to be his mom and watched this and went "oh shit!" This was the first one where I watched him and said "god is ren hot?" 😂

[@simoncooper6939]

Funnily my wife and I had this conversation recently, I am a 50 something straight guy, but I have no problem admitting Ren is one hot guy, and in this video his look is smoking.

[@shelleynull6532]

@@simoncooper6939 right!! Ha ha agreed

[@Lynds77]

15:29 Ren writes and composes everything himself. Unless he features someone, he gives them freedom, but on his songs, every element is his own little brain child he nurtures. Ren learned every instrument by ear, learned to sing out of necessity, he had no one to sing for him, so he started singing and worked hard at it. What's really funny is just a few years ago he would listen to Chris Leipe (spelling?) and his singing strategies to practice (Chris didn't know at the time), and now Chris does reactions and reacts to Ren. But he has no formal training.

[@KittyInTheGarden]

There's a behind the scenes video on Ren's second channel, RenMakesStuff. The female singers are Sylvia Mwenze and Scarlett Fae. Their channels are linked in the description. Kai Lacey played bass. The 'retake' part refers to a cover of a song but often with lyrics changed or added or various songs mashed up together. There are several retakes available on KZbin because of the cover license but not on other platforms. Ren has said that Sting's songs are quite a natural fit for his voice range. Apparently Ren lost his voice for a while in 2020 and took some voice lessons to learn how to use his voice and not abuse it. He also said that he learned a lot from Chris Liepe, a voice teacher on KZbin, who talks a lot about how to express emotion through voice, over technically perfect but emotionless singing.

[@kjsdottor]

totally love you and Nicole teaming up and geeking out. I think you might really appreciate The Big Push performance of Swan Song.

[@Mhantrax]

Not only a pause when he says awkward pause, he tilts his head a little and gets a confused look on his face for a brief moment. Ren accidentally acts.

[@julielong8714]

You absolutely must watch Ren’s behind the scenes for this video. It’s fascinating, goes from conception to filming in 10 days, and you’ll see exactly how he works, his process.

[@SpudNickleson-im7is]

35 minutes in, loving the reaction but every time you're just about to get to the Message in a Bottle section which I can't wait to see your reaction to but then you find something else to go back to first... I feel like you're trolling me now!

[@CharlieCalottaReacts]

lmao, I had no clue. sorry for the accidental troll

[@SpudNickleson-im7is]

​@@CharlieCalottaReacts 41 minutes and it was worth the wait 😆

[@Slymanno]

What a great breakdown from a different perspective. Thanks Charlie. You two make a great team and seem to bounce naturally off each other's energy. Really enjoyed, and subbed to both your channels.

[@dmj4966]

Filmed in 2 hours in a closed pub in the UK

[@LeeannG]

Bar Valentino I think?

[@ancltube]

Yes, Bar Valentino. It is a cocktail bar and it is really worth a visit if you are in Brighton. I was there this summer and just had to go there because of this video, and I really enjoyed the atmosphere (and the cocktails). As you said they only had a few hours before the bar had to be prepared for opening, but they really nailed it. There is a BTS about the making of this song. I saw it on his Patreon a while back but I think it has been released on his RenMakesStuff channel recently.

[@vw9227]

Scarlett Fae is one of the singers. She's a powerhouse and has her own sultry and powerful presence. Check out her release earlier this year, til the wheels, seven eleven, figuring it out

[@salishseamermaid]

I happen to own that Sting album😅 But I've been a fan since the eighties. Ren has commented that his vocal register is so similar to Sting's that he loves covering his music. Two suggestions for you: Ren's Fred Again mashup, in which he does a million different things with his voice, and The Big Push (a band Ren was in) covering Englishman In New York.

[@ariadnepyanfar1048]

I WANT THAT REN REGISTRATION VOICE BREAKDOWN FROM YOU! Please. Thank you. You have no idea how you (Charlie (and Nicole Maria) have enriched my life. I have been 99% bedbound since my early 40s from a degenerative disease, can’t even go out in a wheelchair, I need to be horizontal. For an hour I haven’t been conscious of the continual pain I’m in, how it peaks and ebbs and twists viciously in various areas of my body. For an hour I’ve enjoyed life like I did when I could swim and bob and body surf in a surf beach. Like I did in the freshest air and clearest omnidirectional light on the top of a mountain skiing, like I did sweating and high on my own endorphins night club dancing. Like I did reading Coleridge and Dostoyevsky and Casey McQuiston’s Red, White & Royal Blue. Like I did making love and riding my bicycle and knitting diaphanous patterns in gradually ombré hues of prismatic colour. Like hiking Lake Mountain, the Bogongs, The Erinundra plateau that is the most beautiful smelling place on Earth. Like being guided down Limestone caverns where the backlit translucent flowstones glow like coral reefs made of calcium carbonate fairy citadels. For an hour I have been happy beyond the ability to feel pain, because you both gave me a feast of intellectual analysis and life philosophy mixed with pure emotional joy and creative exhilaration. Thank you.

[@CharlieCalottaReacts]

I mean this is something I could actually do if people are really interested. Would be a fun project! We'll talk about the passaggios and different types of registration and where the breaks are.

[@CharlieCalottaReacts]

Thanks for sharing your story, I'm so glad you found us here. We're going to keep making content like this because it does matter, a deeper conversation that opens the mind (for us and anyone who cares to listen). I'm very grateful you're here

[@naynyamish270]

@@CharlieCalottaReacts please do , check out big push if you want to breakdown ren singing

[@emmanx011]

Hi fellow KZbinr... So sorry to hear about your struggles. I guess, I shouldn't complain about my own struggles... It sucks getting OLD! One thing I do, when I'm in too much pain and have to lay flat...; is listening to Audio books and "Acting Books" . They really makes me transfered to another world. ❤

[@daphneparkin6869]

I heard Sting's "medieval" stuff when he first released them - (but I am in my 70s).

[@bunyipdan]

Nicole.....Did you know that Harry Mack was given a brief summary on who Ren is and then performed a free style focusing on Ren ..... Ren was thrilled

[@CharlieCalottaReacts]

@Nicole Maria Sings

[@DerMartinSR]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/j4GXq52lrKd8eposi=XOrkJzAnFXVV1TYl​@@CharlieCalottaReacts

[@thelittleun1]

And there is a clip of Ren reacting to Harry mack singing while someone draws a Ren Tribute picture.

[@bunyipdan]

@@thelittleun1 Yep.......the artist in question has a YT Channel 'RikaShae' (a huge Ren fan) and he was the one who has a VIP Patreon? conection with Harry Mack and arranged the freestyle response to Ren and the artwork, it warms my heart to see Ren happy........for more info go to his channel.

[@NikolettaOfficial]

No!!! Can’t wait to see that!

[@suesee4855]

So glad you're reacting to this! I'm here for it!! Much love ❤️ Sue

[@LiamAlierGarcia-xm6su]

I'm loving you two reacting to Ren! I really would love to watch more videos like this!! Ren has more than a few more masterpieces you can check out!!

[@olegizdna]

Great as always, I loved your reaction. You to are so good together. And since you mentioned Sting, I think that you should go one step beyond, and make a reaction video of Big Push live sofa performance of "Englishman in New York" together. Nicole didn't hear it yet, so it'll be the first time for both of you. And I promise you that you'll LOVE it

[@CharlieCalottaReacts]

Great suggestion! I'll see if Nicole wants to share one haha

[@barrywildman187]

You mentioned the behind the scenes vibe of the set. Ren released a behind the scenes making of this video. It's really cool and it shows how driven Ren is. Give it a watch.

[@Yipples-BookClubofOne]

Cant wait dor these guys to do more together. Fab reaction.

[@RippedPixels]

Another great reaction Charlie, love these collabs with Nicole. The smile on your face when the guitar changed to message in a bottle was golden. Big Love

[@suesee4855]

I think he's looking up to go with the lyrics. He can play the piano too. Check out For McKay. Read about his story too. You can hear his story in the keys. Fred Again mash up really showd his vocals too. Don't miss younger Ren and Sam Tompkins on Blind Eyed MC Sessions!! He's one in a century!

[@Stuski666]

Loved this reaction, you guys REALLY need to check out The Big Push - Swan Song, written by Ren's band mate Gorran if you want more "Medieval" vibes. You'll love it.

[@CharlieCalottaReacts]

I’d love to, this sounds awesome

[@margothealy6881]

Swan Song is truly under-rated…it is one of my favourites with the boys sounding like Angels and the Ren pulls out a melodica

[@Stuski666]

Absolutely, it's a little different from both Ren's and The Big Push''s other fare but shows off Gorran's folky style. His channel is definitely worth a look.

[@gregcampbell2977]

Omg i love ❤️ you guys so much. I follow you both individually, but your collabs are the bomb! I'm a singer, having done over 40 musicals and sung in national and professional choirs and i LOVE your take on all you guys do. I love how open minded you are. Much love. Keep up the amazing work.

[@CharlieCalottaReacts]

Yo Greg that’s dope! Glad you’re here :) ever thought of making reaction videos yourself?

[@CharlieCalottaReacts]

If you’re interested, we have a community teaching musicians how to start KZbin in the best possible way: skool.com/master-youtube

[@GarnetJ]

The BTS of this is worth checking out! The location is a really small speakeasy style lounge in Brighton. They only had access to the space for a few hours. Samuel Perry Falvey did a fantastic job filming it!! And you can tell how much joy Ren has performing and collaborating with others. He did a great job on the post production mixing to make sure that Scarlett and Sylvia really shined! ✨ Their blend was incredible. I’m glad you took a Ren detour. He has a lot of songs - solo, collaborations, and with his busking band the Big Push - that are a great palette cleanser and boost after you go through his deeper content.

[@dmj4966]

The bassist here played Kujo in Kujo Breakdown

[@clivestainlesssteelwomble7665]

A touch of the original Dexies Midnight runners.. style...

[@stuwyatt]

I absolutely love the reacts that you do together. You both 100% see Ren for who he is, and you both don't hold back on your emotions. It's fantastic. Thank you so much

[@debzfiedler6100]

I'm appreciating the unique insights you two are providing SOOOOOOOOO much!!!! Thank you for the extra deep dives. Glad I found you.

[@skicarroz]

The JOY I feel is SO REFLECTED in your faces Charlie and Nicole!!! Love you duo reviews..... Thank you ! x

[@nickr104]

Great reaction!! Keep up the collabs! You 2 are great together!

[@LeeannG]

These collaborations are my absolute favorite things on the internet

[@lucygonzalez-zo5nz]

I just subbed for this ride. So excited! Love you both ❤ Check out the Behind the Scenes of this song. It’s on his second channel RenMakesStuff. It’s incredible to watch how this whole song and video came together. Genius!

[@CharlieCalottaReacts]

I love the BTS stuff. Money game 1,2,3 is up next for us together I think though

[@lucygonzalez-zo5nz]

@@CharlieCalottaReacts Yippeee!! Can’t wait.

[@itsayswithoutgoing9571]

@@CharlieCalottaReactsMoney Game series could be a 8hr reaction for you two…and I’m here for it! His latest song Money Ties that dropped this last week could pass for Money Game 4…it’s absolute 🔥, thought-provoking and such a heartwarming testament of love for his little sister.

[@Ren10ten-MT]

You guys are such a dynamic duo and super fun to watch. Charlie my man, couldn't take my eyes off you, I can see how fully present and engaged you are with listening and hear the excitement in your voice. I could live off watching the child-like wonder and joy on your face, it's contagious. Thanks fam, keep em' coming

[@CharlieCalottaReacts]

Thanks so much!

[@bazm2024]

I really don't have the time in my life to listen to such long reactions.... but I 1000% find it for you guys... love it. Do MORE much more.... pretty please

[@CharlieCalottaReacts]

Ha, no pressure to do it all in one go! Thanks so much, will do!

[@ElleScamp]

This was so good! Thank you for moving the premiere, was lots of fun - I need to re-watch now so I'm not distracted by the chat 😄❤

[@CharlieCalottaReacts]

Glad I did too! I think that’ll be the new launch time for the collab ren vids

[@JasonJohnson-u8o]

I LOVE Songs From The Labyrinth! I was so happy to see you bring this up!

[@dmj4966]

For more Ren fun....Losing It, What You Want , Blind Eyed feat. The Angry Parking Attendent

[@LetsGoEers3]

Let’s go! I am so pumped! There has been so many newer Ren songs being reacted to, overwhelming the Reaction community, and the RENegades. Just so much! And we coukd t be happier, BUT MY FAVORITE REN SONG REACTED TO IS UNDOUBTEDLY “Back on 74,” when done by beautiful, , borderline MASTERS or voice skills! Nithing better! Congratulations! We love both of you and I am so grateful!

[@LetsGoEers3]

I just realized that I get over an hour of your “in awe” and “musically educated “ reaction that the world NEEDS THANK YOU AGAIN!!!!

[@LetsGoEers3]

OmfreakingGoodness…your facial expressions are epic and show the love and respect that the entire world is learning to appreciate!

[@polarmoss]

This was great, I love that I can still find new info/connections even after so many watches. Thanks for bringing your knowledge to the song.

[@CharlieCalottaReacts]

Of course! Glad you made it here :)

[@EdB-w7i]

I bet Ren has heard the Sting album, also Ren's father is musically inclined as well and I think I read somewhere he plays medieval instruments. And, another great and informative reaction, Thanks.

[@yilomina2047]

Yes, Ren loves to collaborate with other artists, and he always lets them shine. He seems to take a lot of joy in it! I hope you'll continue with your Ren exploration - there's sooooo much to be experienced!

[@troynorton7627]

I really enjoyed the commentary guys. I’ve been a professional musician my entire life and so agreed with him on that organic and badass nature that nobody gets about opera.

[@mrdarengilbert3907]

Guys, this was one of the best reactions. Passionate, 100% educational (thank you) very entertaining/engaging. Thank you Charlie 🙏

[@michaelwalsh7359]

I absolutely love watching you to experience Ren! You guys have so much fun and your energy is infectious! Can’t wait for the next one! ❤

[@JoesTheBestInTheWorl]

Love your breakdowns, not being musical myself it helps me to put the picture together from the undercoat so to speak and appreciate the big picture a little better. Here the bigger picture is Ren giving a little love to artists and songs and singers he admires, giving a little back, as he has a want to do.

[@alainteletchea5498]

Guys, loved your geeking session, such a cool reaction! ❤❤

[@RyanSiggelkow]

You and Nicole Maria vibe so well together! Hope you keep these up 👍👍

[@MissMeKate]

I love that he doesn't confine himself to a single genre or style. So many contemporary singers think their audience will only consume music that fits one narrow category, but the Renegades love the rollercoaster and never knowing what we're going to get.

[@CharlieCalottaReacts]

I'm here for it!

[@donnacim]

Those back up lines weren't added post. If you watch the BTS video, almost at the end, about 19:45 you see them sing those lines. 😊

[@angelluhman9006]

Exactly🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@gletski7591]

Ren loves sting it's one of his, idols❤

[@CharlieCalottaReacts]

It’s starting to make TOTAL sense now

[@gletski7591]

@@CharlieCalottaReacts he did Englishman In new York with his band The Big Push... Check that one out.. 🤗

[@rogerstarkey5390]

Performed in "Bar Valentino" a Speakeasy styled Cocktail Bar in Brighton (The City he now calls home)

[@graemecrawford3635]

Hey guys, I have to say that you both have great chemistry. I love listening to you both talk and I'm learning so much, love it 🎉

[@CharlieCalottaReacts]

We have a ton of fun making these

[@graemecrawford3635]

@CharlieCalottaReacts you've actually made my day! Thanks for the reply, and yes, you can tell you're enjoying the Ren rabbit hole. Fred Again Mash up is another song of Ren's where you see so much emotion. I can't wait for you to check it out, and once again, thanks for taking the moment to reply

[@CharlieCalottaReacts]

Of course! I wish I could reply to everything always. Money games on our list next and then Fred again

[@CyntaxEraNZ]

Ren is such an artist's artist :) and I'm a bit slow on catching this clip! Great reactions, both of ya, as usual! Fire track, fire reaction ❤‍🔥

[@ElysiaTara]

Really enjoyed this you guys!

[@jaanajohansson4094]

More Ren please! I love these reactions 🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@TimStephens-o6t]

I am here for it lets go thru the Ren rabbit hole !

[@RichieWands]

Love you 2’s reactions, you bring something very different to this space, thank both of you 🤗🤗

[@RichieWands]

Sting is Ren’s favourite artist

[@SandraP3796]

Please do Fred Again Mashup for his beautiful singing. Enjoying your Ren reactions 😅

[@dmasters1970]

Bloody great reaction!❤😂Didn't realise a whole hour had passed.. love it,love it,love it❤from D in the UK 🇬🇧

[@erichburger1935]

The way I describe Ren to others is if you take the DNA of Sting, John Frusciante, Jeff Buckley, Dr Dre, Eminem, wrapped in the Candy Shell of Cillian Murphy, with a pinch of Shakespeare. Great reaction, as soon as I click on your collaboration reactions I hit like because I know it's going to be great. Can't wait until you tap some more veins of the rabbit hole. So much more fun Ren and surprises yet to come...

[@matthewhawkins1472]

Really enjoyed getting to hang out with you guys and this is possibly my favorite song…..

[@johnpegues5701]

Enjoyed both of your insights...thanks!

[@CharlieCalottaReacts]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@burton528hz]

Great job guys. I always think no way I'm watching an hour reaction, but then I always do because you make it fun and interesting.

[@leewoodard5871]

What I love about YT reactions. Stumbled over this. Then was blown away by the revelation of the Sting album and its obvious influence on Ren. You need to do his back catalogue - before Sick Boi. Freckled Angels and Big Push.

[@CharlieCalottaReacts]

What I love about comments. This. Will check them out. Thank you for being here.

[@leewoodard5871]

@ the Big Push cover versions get a lot of love (rightly) but their original compositions I find are better. And no one reacts to their final concert together in 2022. Freckled Angels plus the EPs are a trip. Patience is a beautiful track.

[@JoRiceRenegade4Eva]

Totally lived every second of this reaction from you both 👏👏👏❤️

[@DanBryanWrites]

So now I'm listening to Sting Lute album 😂🤯

[@CharlieCalottaReacts]

Yo this is my goal and it was accomplished! Hahaha you rock

[@carolweight5972]

Hi guys, just wanted to show my appreciation, this reaction is my absolute favourite of all the 1000's I've watched, entertaining and educational on so many levels. Thank you

[@alisonsteffenswinchester]

Victoria Bar in Brighton. Against the clock of opening time 😂 clever filming one take stuff. Ren Rocks ❤🎉 nice reaction

[@Lynds77]

Rens biggest inspiration is sting he owns everything sting has ever done on vinyl, the albums sting didn't release on vinyl Ren had them put on vinyl for his collection

[@nada-8-4-2]

Loved this guys - Ren does some great harmonies in "The Big Push - Englishman in New York" - A Sting song

[@simoncooper6939]

I absolutely LOVE this song, it is so classy and smooth, like sonic velvet for the ears. The arrangement and backing vocals are off the charts, I've never heard three voices meld together so perfectly and completely. Ren never misses, so varied and ingenious.

[@moniavedder1933]

so amazing reaction!!!!!!!

[@K8TDidToo]

Yoy two really need to listen to the Fred Again Mash Up💜

[@iamlpinthe312]

I second this!!

[@seagull01-cp8pb]

I third this.💕👍🦇