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[@DrMarcReynolds]

Thanks for having me on your channel Sam! Always fun! ... I think this is by far one of my favorite videos we have talked about though! Excellent choice!

[@ronniemillsap]

Mine too! Any time you feel like Pavarotti, analyze another please :)

[@saidamir2481]

Please react to Dimash again but both of you :)

[@davypaul9827]

6 hours ago I was your Atypical listener of music, but now, when I came up and out of the rabbit hole, I think I should be given an Honorary Doctorate! But for real, after watching Sam, and now You and Sam, and your past relationship as student/teacher, and the respect you have for one another as colleagues, but more so, the passion for singing. As I and others have said, It is a great experience watching a pro discuss and educate another about their craft. It would be like me reacting to eating Ice Cream.! Bada Bum! PEACE!!

[@NYCRhythm]

Learn so much from you guys!

[@margaretsmith8337]

they got on my nerves talking all over Pavarotti and James brown Why don`t they shut up.

[@lovinlife1001]

What's crazy is that pavarroti had full blown cancer when this was recorded that's why he was sitting. He was Ill but he still killed it

[@shrinerspark]

I had been wondering why he chose to sit. That explains it.

[@NYCRhythm]

He did this several times in the last few years of his life. Perhaps there were other health issues involved - Bless you for noticing this sweet Chloe

[@popland1977]

I didn't realise he had already been diagnosed, I assumed he was sitting down because of his weight

[@telfordguy34uk]

Makes you think eh. They were both dead within 3 years.

[@chamberlainachilihu4141]

Yo must be musical teachers to knew a lot about powerful song. How about Sam cookie... Change gona come track

[@catirerubio]

Once, James was criticized for screaming. His response? "I scream on key". Worked out pretty well.

[@portrayalc577]

And now we have an entire sub genre called "scremo" lol

[@AngelHxze]

Lmao that's pretty iconic.

[@user-hq6wy7mf3s]

Random Fact - The scream thing was started by Little Richard

[@cathleensmith4717]

@@user-hq6wy7mf3s James masters it.

[@omgwtfrofltomato]

i could listen to professionals geek about their field all day

[@christianruiz7168]

I feel you completely

[@savagedolphin]

100%

[@marcellom]

This is why KZbin is the best.

[@tylerhackner9731]

Me too it’s so endearing and fun to watch!

[@SandraSaysStuff]

Omg, same. That’s why I also love those WIRED videos where experts break down how stuff is in real life vs. in tv and movies. Especially the dialect coach guy. That dude is my favorite.

[@saschahoupt6177]

I, too, always pronounce Pavarotti’s name with the utmost Italian diligence.

[@ashleygonzalezrocha3705]

same lol

[@RaylinRecords]

And Andrea Boccelli, Gherighou, and Bartoli. 😎

[@andreacamattari]

And, being Italian, I do respect you for that.

[@NastierNate]

Same, but I do it for Chef Boyardee

[@TheTeresamori]

Nate Green Chef boy r dee

[@RaylinRecords]

"We have tenors who actually sound like tenors". I LOVE your videos. You + Pavorotti. = gold.

[@BuinidhMoChridheDoAlba]

I have learned a lot from watching your videos, but I still sound like a cat being tortured

[@TheRealAb216]

Put the right music behind it and any voice can work.

[@Diamond1ful]

You and many of us too 😂🤣😭

[@93naataaliie]

HHAHAHHA SAMEE LMAO

[@jadegagne0493]

I learn so much on music with Sam but when it’s time for me to sing I can’t even find the right note and I start thinking about my pronounciation and how I’m bad 😂 so for me it seems impossible but continue to enjoy listening Sam 😊 sorry I’m french 👏

[@TheTeresamori]

I’m sure you sound lovely

[@TheHtryon]

I was so surprised when you pointed out that they were singing the same notes because the qualities of their voices are so different from each other, it didnt sound the same to me at all! Then again, I’m not known for my pitch or hearing so this may not have surprised anyone but me 😂😂😂

[@SamJohnsonVoice]

Timbre is huge for pitch perception !

[@ChristoAbrie]

@@SamJohnsonVoice it's the same with the difference between male and female voices. For instance, if you compare Pavarotti to Katherine Jenkins. Their respective vocal ranges over-lap but the quality of their voice remains distinct, with Katherine focusing on the heavier sound at the back of the throat while Pav does his thing in his "head-voice", at least that's how you can look at it when their singing the same note. I feel that even though Opera isn't quite as in demand compared to today's music, it lays a good foundation for what your singing voice can do if trained properly. You can go off into your own different style once you learn how to use your voice and Opera/classical techniques are the best way to learn it how to explore your voice. People just need to realize that just because you trained your voice like that doesn't mean you have to sing like that in profession. Look at Mariah Carey, her mother is an opera singer, yet despite her opera-like training, she doesn't use an opera-voice when she sings, but she incorporates some opera techniques in her singing.

[@popland1977]

Isn't that so interesting

[@LisaFrank39]

"I'm not known for my pitch or hearing" 1😔 that hits so close to home I could cry 🥺😭😭

[@TriplePalindromous]

Really nice editing, even cutting the sound sometimes to make the other person's point easier to hear/understand. Nice. :)

[@theopkingdom3433]

I saw Pavarotti live about 24 years ago when I was in high school. He was amazing.

[@kaploesh]

Nothing like hearing Sam call Luciano Pavarotti 'Pav'

[@danielleblake1358]

James brown looks exactly like my grandmother, lol. So pretty

[@themonsterbaby]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@AlucardPeach]

DAYYYUUUUUM

[@juliecrane9647]

Danielle....THAT was funny.

[@charlesbrown1542]

Hi my god 🙏 bless you

[@leiannesw4926]

2 Legends! + 2 Genres!= Amazing! 2 Voice Teachers + 2 Analyzing techniques = 2 great dudes who share fun, informative, geniune thoughts and tips. Thank you Sam and Mark

[@barbllm]

I'd love to see you doing a comparison video of the different voice types such as tenors altos, sopranos, etc., and just showing us different people singing in those ranges.

[@IvelinaDobreva]

Oh, yes!!!

[@Acuereus]

James Brown! I haven't watched yet but it's already the best video ever. Thanks for analyzing a nice variety of music.

[@mezzojd]

Yes! I sing opera and for a long time I would overthink that I had to put all this physical effort into it. My current teacher and Sam’s teaching has taught me to relax and my voice has improved because there is a lot less tension. And now things are easier to do!

[@jenniferh.k.7123]

I love Pavarotti...no I adore him ❤️ he gives me goosebumps every time I listen to him! When he sings Ave Maria or Nessun Dorma , maaaan 😍😍😍

[@andreacamattari]

Pavarotti was born to sing Nessun Dorma

[@jenniferh.k.7123]

Andrea Camattari yes 🙌

[@angeladeluna]

This was a really informative video. Marc's explanation of the difference between singing and talking is particularly helpful. You guys rock!

[@dankidd66]

i think the difference for me is i love James browns incredible soul voice and when i hear him i think about the history of that genre and what an amazing talent he was, and when i hear Pavarotti i think how does someone use their voice to do that. I am bricklayer with tattoos and i look like a rough dude and liking operatic music is the uncoolist thing imaginable but i find myself sharing my love for Pavarotti with whoever will listen because i dont want anyone to miss out on the most amazing experience that i stumbled apon. thanks for the vid

[@nadiariggs5110]

dunage66 I cannot not cry when I hear Pavarotti. ❤️😭😭😭

[@juliecrane9647]

U R proof....never judge a book by its cover. I look like someone's old grandma ( I am 😁) but i can still dance like NO ONE Is watching....and idc if they are. Inside I'm still that 18 year old i was in 1975, loving R&B, 40s jazz, folk, country, rock and roll, showtunes, opera and classical. Lol i just discovered earbuds and the pristine sound they produce. Im reliving my youth and enjoying the ride more than the 1st time i made the trip. Life is good.

[@CynthiaPrice79]

Professor Harold Hill (Music Man) says, specifically, "Singing is just sustained talking."

[@aleph6707]

"Singing is just speaking" Harsh metal vocals: "Am I a joke to you?"

[@themonsterbaby]

I read that in a harsh metal voice..

[@AlucardPeach]

Lol vocal fry

[@NahIamgood]

Oh. My. God! This duet is in my top three duets of all time!!!! Beyond their outstanding voices, stage presence and general amazingness, the two music styles and two voices are complementing eachother in a fabulous, fabulous eargams❤️ Thanks for this reaction, it made my day!

[@coolrelax82]

My wife and I love you and your videos, Sam! Loved the collab between you and your fellow vocal coach. We were just watching this duet the other day and it's a thing of beauty.

[@advanmerlot]

I like how both styles unexpectedly melt together so well 👌

[@rafalborkowski]

That's one of my favourite performances of all time. So cool to see you talking about it ;) And I really like the guest format, it's a nice refreshment ;)

[@bakilacat1]

They complemented each other so beautifully and with respect.

[@rnldmcdnld9994]

HELLLLLOOOOOO! Please react to Pavarotti and Mariah Carey's HERO Live in Pavarotti & Friends. 😍❤️

[@Isonmommy1]

I’d love to hear you react to David Bowie sometime!

[@jennib78]

Maybe Sweet Thing/Candidate 😍

[@roz7056]

Gospel screamer like a black preacher. They were both old by this time it is beautiful. Style gentleman this men are legends.

[@startingQB]

I've seen this video almost a hundred times but watching you guys review this made my eyes water. Thanks guys!

[@Kasey113]

One of the reasons I love Pavarotti is the concerts he did with non-opera singers, because he did them so very well. Music is music, and genres are just details. Speaking of Pavarotti, can we talk you into analyzing Caruso live?

[@shellyshell7757]

This is why I love Sam's channel because he just appreciates the artistic beauty of the voice

[@bobbiewallace4008]

People that teach singing? Fantastic. I loved my grades school music teacher.

[@kamalabouchaaban]

It would be cool if you reacted to Natalie Weiss coaching her students.

[@theblitz1687]

i third this

[@tylerhackner9731]

I Fourth this. I love Natalie Weiss.

[@LH-xo2hf]

PLEASE!!

[@soaribb32]

Yes

[@karenj5899]

God, Pav hits that note and I get instant chills! I love James's soul though.

[@bethkalinics5110]

More opera please Sam! And more Marc! 🙌🏻🙌🏻

[@Quilting_sky]

Such a good video! A perfect way of showing the similarity between different styles and the difference. And that they aren't that many! I love these discussions!

[@dzl8596]

One of our music directors always said “If you can speak it, you can sing it. “

[@user-jn3gz6bo2y]

I can hear Chris brown crying and wishing in vain to be related to james brown

[@MJvdeos13]

This is the best freaking version of this song hands down! I’ve been listening to it through the years. I’m so excited you guys made a video on it!!

[@reddragonready]

I would love to hear you analyze Alison Krauss live singing. I would suggest checking out a video called Alison Rehearsal uploaded by Thom Flora.

[@tommyechoes3520]

James Brown is the right way, classic is the teaching way. Soul, classic, all genres. James Brown is amazing in comparison.

[@naomirayo3870]

Two legends indeed. Thanks for the video.

[@TheRealAb216]

Singing is just talking dramatically.

[@lennoxbonnie5210]

*slow* *claps*

[@phantym150]

On rhythm👌🏾💯

[@mr.fufucudlypoops8207]

But isn't that voice acting?

[@phantym150]

@@mr.fufucudlypoops8207 well in a way it kinda is when you think about it🤔

[@Axisbal]

In a metal band. These videos genuinely help. Learning to listen and learn about your own voice.

[@leahsmith4813]

I really enjoy listening to your reactions and analysis of various singers, it's very interesting to someone who isn't musically inclined. I've been very into listening to VoicePlay lately and would love to hear your analysis of them, especially to Queen in 5 min.

[@junehiott4831]

Wow!!! LOVE THIS❤️❤️❤️ Maybe my favorite video too! Pavarotti and James Brown - Wow! The two of you - Incredible! Of course, Sam you always make my day better🥰

[@57Strudel]

Oh that was great. I can't believe I've never seen this performance before but... "Which one is right?" and the answer is: both! Absolutely.

[@scrubs4everr]

This is so enjoyable and informative to watch! Well done

[@jolienvsndijk]

I'd love to see you react to more songs in languages other than English and Korean! During your explanation of how you like singing that sounds like speaking I couldn't help but to think of a Dutch singer Herman van Veen. His songs always remind me more of a grandfather telling a sweet bedtime story than something sing-songy (not sure that's a word). His best known song is called Anne and my own favourite is Het Dorp. They aren't very flashy songs so I don't know if they'd make a good video for on KZbin, but I thought you might enjoy his style of music.

[@jskyweaver]

Awww! I love seeing you two together doing collabs “Marc what note do you think he was singing?” 🤣 I miss you both!!!

[@karen9480]

PLEASE can you react to the duet Pavarotti did with Celine Dion ? It’s a truly amazing performance from both artists🙏🏻Thanks to both of you for this video 👏🏻👏🏻

[@Donnagilbert6497]

You should take a look at the Pavarotti and BB king performance! Also, I’d like to see a reaction to Stevie Ray Vaughan and Johnny Copeland doing Tin Pan Alley. Blues, baby!!

[@saidamir2481]

What am I doing here? I’m a master business student 😂 LOL

[@AlucardPeach]

Nobody can resist the urge to check out such an interesting pairing!

[@LeeJCander]

In the lower/middle range my opera teacher suggest the feeling of talking but in a busy Italian street and I’m a grumpy Italian man ahaha

[@rafalborkowski]

ALthough I need to point out that you missed the best moment of that, which is how James works with the mic when he does the "train" echo ;P

[@luigibacchetti6539]

italian part translated in english and the complete lyrics below Pavarotti: L'uomo rincorre il potere ma lui non sa che il grande limite ha da essere come si fará. Nel palmo stringe un ‘idea che non vive, che nella sua fantasia… volle se non si accorge che poi nulla ha piú senso se si vive solo per sé. Pavarotti: Man chases power but he doesn't know that the great limit has to be how it will be done. In the palm he holds an idea who does not live, that in his fantasy… he wanted if you don't notice that then nothing makes sense anymore if one lives only for oneself. ------------------------------------------------------------------ It's a Man's Man's Man's World lyrics Artist: Luciano Pavarotti •Featuring artist: James Brown Album: Pavarotti & Friends Brown: This is a man's world, this is a man's world and But it wouldn't be nothing, nothing, nothing Without a woman or a girl You see, man made the cars To take us over the road Man made the trains To carry heavy loads Man made electric lights To take us out of the dark And man made the boat for the water, Like my bible says Noah made the ark This is a man's world But it wouldn't be nothing, nothing, nothing Without a woman or a girl Pavarotti: L'uomo rincorre il potere ma lui non sa che il grande limite ha da essere come si fará. Nel palmo stringe un ‘idea che non vive, che nella sua fantasia… volle se non si accorge che poi nulla ha piú senso se si vive solo per sé. Brown: Man thinks about a little bitty baby girl And a baby boy Man makes then happy Because man makes them toys And after man made other things he can Man makes liras, pesos, dollars, rupees To buy for every good woman and every man This is a man's world, Pavarotti: Nulla ha piú senso se si vive solo per sé. Brown: But it wouldn't be nothing, Without a woman or a girl. Pavarotti: Solo per sé. Brown: He's lost in the wilderness, He's lost in bitterness. Pavarotti: Se non si accorge che poi nulla ha piú senso se si vive solo per sé, solo per sé, per sé. Brown: This is a man's world, yeah.

[@dzl8596]

Enjoyed this discussion. Please analyze Lzzy Hale of Halestorm. I’ve seen them live several times and she’s quite the screamer.

[@THEE.apples]

The ease James Brown has on that Bb4.

[@sobbos8975]

Yo what you said about placement is so spot on. I started singing lessons in the 10th grade (now in my senior year of college) and I feel like obsessing over resonance space because that's what I was taught to really had me running around my voice in circles all the way up until like now. I literally didn't realize to what degree singing was like talking until this year and I FINALLY like my voice

[@jamesstuart4037]

You're my favorite vocal coach.

[@LeeJCander]

Yes chiaroscuro! Copertura I love these videos!

[@CLeigh315]

Please please please analyze a Maria Callas performance! She was such a masterful performer.

[@livb6945]

Thank you... For a while, I explored opera on KZbin, and I was very depressed to see the comments, that to a large extent consisted of "this singer is utter crap/has no technique whatsoever" - and the more successful the singer, the harsher the comments. It's strange to me that people who relish such beautiful music enjoys that kind of... bullying, frankly

[@chamberlainachilihu4141]

That's what make the song more powerful with two sounds n pitching

[@the22ndday]

I just love learning to listen to music differently!

[@zenmeister451]

When 'talking' Brown is talking on pitch! This duet is one of my all time favorites. It's masterful - on so many 'levels'.

[@thecozyconstellation]

i am loving this collab! please bring Marc on more times!

[@savagedolphin]

What I love about these videos is how I am starting to understand why I enjoy some singers over others, even though they all may be excellent singers. I think for me, technical perfection makes a singer, passion makes an artist. How passion is controlled determines if i like it or not....if that makes sense.

[@msannethr0pe]

Sam I love you and I love your videos. Please do stevie nicks!

[@Reverse2057]

"What's the difference between singing and talking?" As Buddy the Elf put it, "Singing is talking except longer and louder and you move your voice up and down a lot." lol

[@tiagolago]

That sounds good, Congratulations by Brasil

[@cecilyalicea-diaz3880]

Hi Sam! I love your videos! I was thinking it would be cool to see you react to Type O Negative! The singer has a cool voice and I'd love to hear your analysis of it! Wolfmoon (live) could be a good video to watch!!

[@tixtix7790]

This music has the power of which the material of the universe is made, the top! great video thanks for publishing and commenting Pavarotti and James B. play enchanting melodies perfectly adapted to a symphony orchestra, all this bellissimo

[@pablogold5525]

stop overthinking and enjoy!! 2 LEGENDS--JUST FEEL

[@shuggy1]

Fantastic video Sam… Great content… Loved watching it… 👏👏👏

[@Rosannasfriend]

Thank you for reviewing one of my favourite performances of all time.

[@SBQDawn]

I Love that they were fan-geeking out visible Joy

[@lornacraker5235]

Could you look at the night queen aria from the Magic Flute Opera - id be so interested to know how she hits those notes with ease , Thankyou! :)

[@daeoable]

Please react to MATT CORBY - BROTHER triple j live acoustic version🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼he’s one of my favorite male singers, an absolute delight to listen to live (and he’s better live than on record!)

[@tope2386]

daeoable Yes yes yes! He’s so underrated!

[@chamberlainachilihu4141]

I will love both u to teach me the technic that make this two gentlemen powerful as artist

[@jammincox]

I began my musical theatre training as a dancer. “Placement” gave me tension and limited my quality and range. It wasn’t until I learned from other perspectives that I learnt to use my whole voice.

[@Melodic_Soul_87]

This is definitely one of my favorite videos!

[@roddiener]

When world's collide....it's beautiful..

[@firetopman]

When Brown sings "train", he makes it sound like a fading train.

[@jobydogwhisperer4163]

Incredible duo.

[@Nazgath]

It's great to watch you guys talk, it's like we're the third friend just nodding on the background. I'd suggest reacting to Emilie Autumn or Nina Hagen.

[@corgisrule21]

Pavarotti and Friends was the best thing ever...

[@SwollenMustache]

Sometimes corny shit is the realist shit. Sometimes simple truths are the biggest, I wouldn't want them to say something simple in a embellished way. The facts sound big enough

[@jenniferobiesie435]

We call it speak singing in the theatre world🤷🏽‍♀️ it’s literally speaking in pitch, key, and tempo

[@frankiebowie6174]

I think people respond well to singers (especially singers who act) who sing in the same voice as they speak. If the tone and range are the same, it hits you right there. Think Judy Garland.

[@NastierNate]

I can’t imagine someone saying that women singing in chest voice is wrong in a world where YEBBA exists

[@KajiVocals]

People seem to forget that before the 1970s majority of the stuff below A4, even for the highest sopranos was done in chest voice.

[@chubaby2113]

I'm sure you have but have you seen the opera duo Charlotte and Jonathon duo 2012 I think. He's gone on to be an amazing tenor! Would love to see a reaction to him 💚

[@ORagnar]

I didn't understand what Pavarotti was singing. I mean, he was brilliant, but how did it relate to what James Brown sang? Also does Sam Johnson have perfect pitch, because he was able to identify the notes James Brown was singing.

[@camman6356]

ORagnara Sam is sitting in front of a keyboard.

[@kate_numberz]

Can we please see your analysis on the GOAT that is Michael Jackson?

[@kjek1]

Kate the greatest vocalists don’t lip sync their way through the majority of their live shows

[@Jdot2tact]

@@kjek1 he was a performer.Greatest performer ever.Also one of the greatest singers ever

[@kjek1]

@@Jdot2tact want me to repeat what I said? The greatest signers of all time don’t lip sync on stage with great regularity. Nothing you say will change that fact. I didn’t ask if he was a performer or about any other aspect of his act.

[@MikeZak101]

two nobody's critique two legends, only on youtube.

[@freddymo3339]

I liked your Music Man reference . "How can there be any sin in sincere?" "ICE CREAM!"

[@tomg5680]

Both GOATs ! Different style of music.

[@IamKrypton]

I can never un-hear the flavor Pavarotti added to this song. It has a different spirit that's dragging out what one usually knows how it should be sang and the basis is always the James Brown way. Pavarotti was rich and strong. Can't believe I'm only watching this now.

[@SP3005YTCH]

HELL YEAH one of my favourite duos ever