Voice Teacher Reacts to Dimash - Sinful Passion

Voice teacher Sam Johnson's reaction to and analysis of Dimash performing Sinful Passion.
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[@zemanoshtronz]

The story behind this song is very interesting: The band that accompanies Dimash is the same one that composed the song, without the singer who died after a heart attack! The band is also from Kazakhstan and this performance by Dimash revitalized the song. In addition, the final part he added, with an oriental Arab technique (or traditional cazaq singing, called Joqtaw), is a funeral lament, paying homage to the dead vocalist: Brilliant! The song was originally performed in 1998 and the band's name is A'Studio. The dead singer left the band in 2000 and passed away in 2015 and his name was Batyrkhan Shukenov. The lyrics are by the poet Ilia Reznik together with Baigaly Serkebyev, who is the keyboardist with long hair, which we see in the video accompanying Dimash.

[@weltallin1828]

Wow, thanks for sharing!

[@joenalaska]

Thank you for providing so much context, it adds an incredible amount to the performance.

[@Skovorodnikof]

good information right there. thanks

[@marshallross3373]

Thanks for the summary. Certainly gives more meaning to the whole song/story. I thought that was Adam Driver on the keyboard; who knew a Sith Lord could play piano? ;-) Kidding aside, Dimash has kind of opened my ear and awareness to musical artists from Asia. I want to hear more. Really cool.

[@nelsonleyton3985]

Thanks!!!! This is gift from heaven for us

[@janairicalderon8579]

Me: *Dimash has barely started singing and i'm bawling my eyes out* Sam: Thats a nice keyboard

[@TedOfNod]

You: balling my eyes out Me: *bawling my eyes out Sam: yeah, it’s spelled b-a-w-l-i-n-g

[@linkgamer9407]

If your talking about pc keyboard that isn't one.

[@janairicalderon8579]

@@TedOfNod yes forgive me sire XD

[@Alfiewow]

"he's very good... at singing" hahahaha understatement of the century

[@thereisbeautyinthisworld7251]

ikr🤣🤣🤣

[@bekydelacaridadtoledogutie1839]

@@thereisbeautyinthisworld7251 who said that, Cardi B...? hahahahahahahaha

[@brandondavis8984]

I feel that the proudest thing one can do as a vocalist is shock Sam Johnson. I feel like most people, even other vocal coaches, watching singers are like "Wow!" on so many parts. Meanwhile Sam is like "Ok cool, so this is what he's doing...". Dude has definitely seen A LOT of singing in his time.

[@jamesbronze2477]

Yes yes yes!! I think the same it takes alot too move or excite this fula sam and i think Dimash can definitely wow the harshest critics

[@gbugg1361]

brandon davis Exactly my thoughts & why I rate Sam above other vocal coaches/teachers. Too many of them OVER REACT & say silly comments which in my opinion dilutes their credibility. Sam is just right & very credible.

[@DefeatLust]

Agree. He's very genuine in his critique. Not looking for views or going over the top reaction.

[@annemayseyfried8907]

I totally agree, Sam's genuine!👍👍👍

[@annemayseyfried8907]

So I sub'd!! Thx Sam!😊

[@adamcboyd]

"He is very good at singing." - Sam Johnson

[@indirakali]

maybe, he is right ))))

[@catycbilbao37]

😂😂😂...no hay mas opiniones técnicas ????... Sam eres muy básico ...Dimash merece mucho mas💕...

[@MaxSujyReact]

We see Dimash We click! #Dears

[@dayanyushkadfajardonova2697]

hahahahaahahah, OMG I saw you in other vid yesterdayyy!! hahahahaah #Dearsmeeting

[@rozekasuga1688]

Yes! 😊

[@noviawisda4245]

Yess! True

[@heygodareyouready]

AW YIIIIRRR

[@rayanesoares3826]

Dear from Brasil here!

[@portishphonic]

Is it really wrong that I like his lows much more than his highs? I know his highs are out of this world, but his lows are the most beautiful thing I've ever heard.

[@imnotsocreative5985]

portishphonic ikr

[@MysticalRaven3]

His deep notes are very velvety

[@DragoDerRebellXD]

I think it's also mostly a preference thing. I absolutely am blown away by dimashes highs but generally I tend to enjoy his warm low singing more. Enjoying one thing more does not mean it takes away his absolute skill from the opposite thing he does so nope you are absolutely not wrong for thinking that

[@jennieohk6911]

His high notes ,control and transitions are what amazed me at first....and of course still do.. But now... those buttery expressive lower registers .. he's just SO emotive... I just love his tone!

[@mattiloponen92]

This is true. Watch ogni pietra by dimash. as low as it goes.

[@theeuglyduckling9476]

God: how much breath/voice control do you want? Dimash: YES

[@ligli500]

10:59 "He's very good at singing... as is demonstrated by the performance we just watched." Ahahahaha most accurate summary ever. Thanks for another great reaction Sam! Love how you dissect these performances :)

[@Fsuholley]

Ahh you beat me to it. Yes, when he said that I was like...well, yeah:)

[@JimHinCO]

Loved reading this :)

[@jillyy7235]

Right?!?? LMAO!!!

[@DiuQuy]

🤣😂🤣

[@togeinumaki1525]

You don't know how much I laughed at this 😂😂😂 IM CRYING AHAHAHAHHA OML SLSLSK

[@rahuldhere3361]

Just incredible. He fcking did that note for 22 secs with riffs and runs on at least Bb5. That's crazy

[@GodisMariahCarey]

It peaked Bb5

[@aprilthrogmorton8635]

He has done better on holding a note I think the longest is 28 secs. And he has hit D8 Check into this video, kzbin.info/www/bejne/j5apq5xnaZuggJI

[@luvax]

@@aprilthrogmorton8635 highest note instead d8, dont spoil.

[@Rosannasfriend]

That was a phrase not a note. There were several notes there.

[@addiegrace3508]

Yeah had to go back and time that one...insane! 22 seconds of vocal gymnastics! Out of this world!

[@gabrielwright8673]

Sam: "He's very good at singing" You heard it here, folks.

[@SheliakDragon]

"He is very good at singing which is demonstrated in the performance that we just watched." When Sam gets blown away by Dimash and can't think of what else to say in the moment.

[@angeladeluna]

This is another artist whose music I've been introduced to through this channel. He is wonderful.

[@dianeshoaf4330]

come join us at DKIFC, Find us on Facebook!!!1

[@babydollface]

same 👏

[@kimpeek7586]

I am the same. I first heard Dimash on Sam's channel and think he is wonderful. Actually, they both are wonderful and you don't need to be a singer to appreciate Sam.

[@jamesbronze2477]

Me too

[@user-lb4rz7sg1u]

I've been a dear (a dimash fan) for about a year now and i saw do many voice teachers reacting and analysing dimas voice....out of all sam is the best!

[@joycesamuel5598]

That moment when you really need to take a breath after all that high notes dimash is singing

[@yogajedi3337]

Lip singing doesn't take that much toll of your breath, though.

[@gaigestoddard558]

Lois Lancaster You have to be a COMPLETE 🤡 if you think Dimash lip syncs LMFAO. You can literally compare one of his songs to the same one preformed live multiple times and it will sound different. All you have to do is look at his Adam’s apple when he is singing to really get an idea if he is lip syncing or not, and he doesn’t. YOU ARE JUST A HATER 🤡

[@yogajedi3337]

@@gaigestoddard558 Why listening to multiple videos with Dimash when it's enough listening to one. kzbin.info/www/bejne/r6Opnnmjh8aLqNU

[@svenmedyona4649]

Dimash - the best male vocalist to have ever lived.

[@taliacatoggio7134]

my GOD, he started at 10:20 and finished that note at 10:43

[@buckleybrau]

This is my favorite performance of his so far.

[@giovannigio3764]

Realy? Then specialy for you (And everybody else😁) the HD version and without the foul this video has almost in the end: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oX3bdJ1_fc2JY8k&list=WL&index=46

[@GORDO-HUMILDE]

@@giovannigio3764 thank you, I was looking for that

[@giovannigio3764]

@@GORDO-HUMILDE No problem, just glad to also share the link to everybody.

[@vanessaraerae]

Mine too but tired swans is amazinggggggg as well then again there is not one single song he sings that is not amazing and beautiful lol

[@giovannigio3764]

@@vanessaraerae Uptown Funk is good yes but for me it's the only one that is not amazing.

[@alamisc]

OH HELLO! woke up not feeling so well but saw sam johnson reacted to dimash!!! :) ahh soo excited

[@aidanarose3635]

hiraethns 🌹🌹🌹

[@makkamao]

The scary thing is that I do not listen to this kind of music at all. But he is simply amazing. I cannot do anything else but to remain speechless and intimately shocked.

[@Laurabp4]

You respected that whole 22 seconds unlike other react videos and i'm grateful for that, because I think that part must be heard completely to appreciate the feeling he's trying to express. I really like your videos, I can't comprehend some things because my main language is spanish but your analysis are objective without falling in the typical exaggerated gestures or rumble constantly, you go right to the point and I think that's what makes your reactions so interesting. Thank you.

[@LaHijadelViento]

the style that you like is from central Asia. Harmonic chant or difonic chant, Consists of a sound reverberation (generated between the pharynx and the mouth) that produces two or more simultaneous sounds with a slight variation (around a harmonic). In some cases, this variation can be modulated independently. Who do it until today are the Mongols and if it is too hard to do, I really love your analysis and seriousness. Thank you!

[@marinotoko]

This technique is quite similar in southeast asia..usually during islamic call for prayer

[@mapzhmarzate174]

Thanks for the enlightenment.... Am captivated by that part too.

[@luceromartinez2734]

I wonder why most of people doing this song's analysis don't speak about this specific part, I don't know the technique but I can see or feel is really difficult to do!

[@kayem3824]

@@luceromartinez2734 Most voice coaches are probably not even aware of the inclusion of ethnic sounds by Dimash. There are even ethnic instruments used in some arrangements.

[@luceromartinez2734]

@@kayem3824 that's right! We can hear both things in "Hello"

[@agathapiedra9486]

I see dimash I click

[@Fariza1993]

Please, more of Dimash performances🙏🙏🙏

[@MrsFrogmother1]

Dimash is amazingly talented. I am awestruck by his range.

[@xAnabrus]

I have been waiting so long for this

[@drzewtuniema]

me too! more Dimash please 😊!

[@PEZ-cs4yb]

Yess me too! Especially love the lyrics in this too

[@negriana]

X3!

[@rida2687]

ur not alone

[@kellyxo_]

Sameee 😭

[@florenciacejas5379]

Please react to Diva Dance is one of the most hard song off all time and he do it amazing

[@mimi-bq8ir]

Florencia Cejas yas

[@Michael-kv5ff]

Yes the one in bastau concert

[@jesusarratia6987]

Bastau concert

[@reasonwhy3728]

YAAAHH DO IT SAM

[@meicosanto4589]

I seriously have learned so much more about singing from these reactions videos than actual singing technique tips/tutorial videos, thank you so much

[@realpepo]

Dimash is just...great! his voice simple attracts you without you even knowing! I fell in love with his voice through Sam! with dimash, you can *never* pick a favourite performance. Simple because each and every performance is perfect! I have a lot of love and support for dimash! Thank you, Sam, thank you for introducing me to this angel!

[@JustinSmith28]

His voice is insane and that agility!

[@gema1369]

His voice is an angelic masterpiece ! Greetings from Greece! So perfect so moving and healing for the soul! My god he is unique

[@huseroland]

10:28-10:43 I think we lost you for a few moments :D I don't blame you, that's what he does to all of us! Especially in this song, probably my favourite Dimash performance so far.

[@meginmd]

Probably my favorite part of this reaction video! He was into it, lol!

[@firstkeklastkeek1927]

meginmd is it just me who notices the lost of audio at some point on that timespan

[@meginmd]

Yeah there’s some sort of audio glitch. It’s still Dimash singing though.

[@ponyozzang]

you need to watch ogni pitera/olympico

[@sumsumsumin]

It rare to see sam excited over a video. Shows how great dimash is

[@elainecourteau6231]

Hello Sam. Another great reaction and analysis. Isn’t Dimash an absolutely accomplished singer? I just love all the colours his voice has and the fact that he gives as much importance to emotion as technique. AND making it look effortless. It’s always lovely to hear your comments.

[@anurruti]

The skill of Dimash is so so high that he can play with his voice getting so low that almost touches whispering without crossing that line. The only useful way I can describe that mastery is to picture it as fighter jets that fly few meters above ground to avoid radar detection

[@pamgriffin1286]

Dimash is a classically trained virtuoso. All we can do is sit back and enjoy! ❤❤❤

[@ashbury4308]

He blows me away. I’m amazed

[@DaFishGoddess]

My friend knows I'm a big fan of your videos and sometimes we watch them together, and whenever she happens to hear me sing she always whispers 'Dimash is quaking'

[@mefford67]

*”He very good at singing...” understatement of the century!* 😉

[@apostolosgazetas6884]

At 10:35 , exactly the same reaction. The level of control going up and down ( especially down ) is out of this world. Thank you Sam, for bringing Dimash into my life through your previous reaction video. ❤️ Peace and love from Greece! Love your channel 🙂

[@milaskammm8571]

Hello.dimash is my favourite,sweet-heart wonder😙

[@astanaastana-hi9rh]

Hey Sam. Thank you very much for not disregarding my yesterday’s request. very pleased that you read our comments. really love your reactions. Today you look tired. rest a little more. Do not pay attention to negative comments. we support your channel. DIMASH AS ALWAYS GREAT! We'll very glad if you contn. the react. to Dimash. of course i press 👍

[@Lizmo0205]

YAY!! more Dimash 😊

[@izdenyshi]

Sam, thank you very much. Very analytical reaction with detailed portion of each episode of his performance. Watched Tara's reaction on this song today as well. Both of you have great analytical skills on voices. Thanks you and please react on future performances of Dimash

[@kidicarus2215]

One of my favorite performances by Dimash. Thanks for the breakdown.

[@saraa1741]

Dimash and Sam, my two favorite people! Yay!!

[@aranya6688]

Thank you so much for this reaction! I really like your reactions because you really explain what he is doing vocally. Please keep reacting to more Dimash!

[@eunhaekklee5455]

With every compliment from the reactor, I am nodding my head going "yeahhh, that's my boy" like a proud mother

[@juliagoolia1517]

Thank you Sam, I enjoyed your reaction to our lovely Dimash! I love Dimash so much! ❤

[@MiiSsMiiNa]

Both Sam and Dimash are just soo adorable!!

[@brittag.pedersen5340]

love your reaction :) Loved that amazing performance with Dimash! Thx for another great reaction... respect your words!

[@drhamdafarhat6109]

Thank you a lot for your explanation I think that Dimash a miracle coz he has all vocal ranges and all technical voice and use all one time without any difficulties 🌹🙏👍

[@grmada4565]

Dimash is so far the best singer in the world... Thank you for your reaction. Big hug from DKIFC/Madagascar

[@crisantochristophersanares7706]

Liked even before the reaction started. More Dimash please. 😇

[@user-zc5cl4pt2r]

Talented singer

[@kaitlyndanielle7889]

You introduced me to Dimash months ago and he's one of my favorite singers now! Love your channel!

[@domineo8939]

You and Tara Simon are great as vocal coaches

[@sttommore]

That run toward the end is just masterful. All the right notes.

[@greenstar7492]

Great reaction ...Thanks....It is very interesting to hear your comments on artists like Dimash....unbelievable voice, ...unbelievable song.....love it...

[@FabricioBambam]

I'm a singer and Love your charisma and teaching! So didactic! greetings from Brazil!!!!

[@philipzanoni]

You are great Mister voice coach absolutely fun and pleasant to watch and so generous with your words what a nice man

[@hongphongngo5552]

Sam Johnson and Tara Simon reacted to Dimash on the same day? Feels like it's my birthday xD

[@TheoStamper]

Finally!!!!! Nice react video

[@the22ndday]

Sam, the only thing I know/knew about music was I guess, words and how they played with the tune I liked. Since watching your reaction videos I’ve started to listen for the technique, the choices that artists have chosen to convey and “color” their music. It’s opened up a whole new world when listening to music. Thank you for sharing your talent with us. I really enjoy your videos. You give us so much information to add to the joy of listening. ♥️

[@shirleyazzopardi2930]

Yeyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy This made me extremely happy 😍😍😍😍😍

[@user-bv4kq3yc1k]

Wow ! Finally, i wait this reaction so long, please react more Dimash

[@sherrawed9050]

thanks for introducing great performers to us

[@barbararubiolo9414]

I'm 15 and I'm falling in love with that man.

[@gerfegraison7636]

Oh my God Sam your analysis is amazing and your reactions is priceless. Dimash voice and performance is incredible. Wow. Thank you so much. See you soon. Hopefully more on Dimash analysis and reactions.

[@high22jack]

Love your analysis. ❤️ This is by far my favorite performance by Dimash. He does everything well but Sinful Passion just has it all (for me) .... ❤️

[@Anonyme642]

I can’t believe that I discovered him through you channel, went to 3 of his concerts and has 2 more to go to this year and 3 in March. Can’t thank you enough for the first reaction you did about him ❤️❤️❤️

[@NurHidayah-is7di]

Sooo lucky

[@jussarapontesdacruz7664]

Dimash is super. He has absolut control of his voice. He's a phenomenon

[@mylo4939]

😍Dimash is the BEST!!😍

[@user-od5dl8hg2o]

WOW! Super. Thank you.

[@FairyKairi]

I am so happy right now :D Thank you!!!

[@deborahwilliamson2173]

I never thought I could appreciate music even more than I already do until I listened to your breakdown of his voice. Thank you. You must be an amazing vocal coach.

[@thanossnap4170]

"He's very good at singing" - Sam Johnson 2018 on Dimash ^^

[@noland.k338]

I've been waiting so much for this! Thank you so much for the reaction, Sam! Can you please do a reaction video to his performance, "The Love of Tired Swans" and "My Heart Will Go On"? Worth to try 😊

[@maryjaneluken5260]

Thank you, God, for Sam Johnson...so engaged to his observations and reactions❣️

[@sheilaghm49]

Thank you Sam! I absolutely loved some of your expressions when he did the awesome runs together with his high notes. You really hear ALL the subtleties in his voice indicating you are in your element with this channel. Not only with Dimash but all your critiques.

[@kanatrobert4782]

Очень красивая реакция Спасибо за реакцию👍👍👍👍👍

[@claudemadelienemarie]

Yay! Dimash again :D

[@zinitaxo1]

Wild ride! Love this song. Thank you for great video reaction.

[@arlenecharissa1]

Glad to see you again reacting to Dimash! Excelente análisis.

[@NoName-ob1vq]

Thanks for the musical information you’ ve imparted....brilliant reaction...

[@alfogel3298]

Here’s a dimash performance in China that I bet nobody has watched or seen or reacted to unless you read Chinese. It’s hard for his American or Uk fans to access because the title is in Chines, but I figured it out and now you can watch the best Dimash performance ever. I’ve watched over 50 Dimash performances and I can tell you that this ranks ( with me) as his best. The outpouring of emotions is beyond amazing-not from this earth, not from this planet, not from this galaxy.. but somewhere celestial where the angels reside. Please KZbin ( In This Exact Sequence) : “Dimash 20170610 oppo” It’s the first one with Chinese lettering a little over 6 minute. You will thank me for finding this rare one and reacting.

[@agab.2200]

"He is very good at singing" made my day 😂

[@paulfoo7397]

Really appreciate your take on usage of different register, where you said we are missing the point if all we are doing is based on which register we want to go for, rather than overall tone and expression we are looking for. Don't EVER make your videos shorter when it comes to pointers like this!! Really enjoyed it!

[@najiakashcool6547]

*Dimash knows well how to manipulate with his voice in the best way a vocalist can.. & you absolutely know how to react to such a vocalist in the best way a music teacher can.* *You warm many hearts with this reaction, Sam .. Appreciated.*

[@ihavenoidea4727]

he can do vibrato above e trust me lol. It's a style choice he does. I've actually been to his Krutoy gala where he did Ogni Pietra live, and vibrated above that very naturally and strongly. I don't think anyone was sure whether it was a very skilled female soprano singing in the background or him lol.

[@mcd5478]

Interesting and informative, Sam 👍🏼💕

[@fordheath]

Finally a reactor notices and appreciates the crazy run at the end. That has always been my favourite part and so many miss it. Thank you Sam :)

[@cy4330]

I have been watching Dimash since Jan 2017 and every performance has something new to take in. That is what makes people addicted to his music because there is always something new and better. That part 9.55 is something you don't hear in any other great performances. The Love of Tired Swans after this performance again has something new. Just unbelievable.

[@Angie-in1tt]

Thank you for this video. You look very tired today, I hope you’re feeling ok. Hugs from Australia.

[@Bhknvvgh]

Ok but like he’s incredibly fit as well

[@kanymkulova_dinara]

Thank you, Sam, million times for this video!!! I’d really appreciate more and more of your reactions to Dimash’s performances! Enjoyed every second.As always. 💜🙌🏼

[@lynnemartin2291]

Your video really makes me appreciate Dimash’s beautiful singing techniques and heavenly voice. Love to see you get so caught up in the performance.

[@aaronmorris960]

Beautiful

[@ghost5175]

Finally we need more!

[@theshadow2245]

Top notch Bro! You rock! I've nothing much to say about this breakdown. Brilliant. Dimash is Possessed!

[@israelmendez9228]

Wow men, do you know there are lots of people faking being voice coaches just to get views!? YOU REALLY EXPLAIN HOW VOCALS WORK!! Glad to subscribe to your channel!