Saucey Reacts | Far Over The Misty Mountains Cold - Geoff Castellucci | THE HYPE IS REAL! WOW!!

[@acappellaismyjam9202]

I absolutely agree with you about people saying oh he goes too low. You don’t hear anyone say oh that soprano went too high, there is nothing wrong with showing your range. Geoff is so talented, his voice is profound, his tone so pure and clean. His smooth rich tone brings me back over and over and over again. So to the naysayers, don’t listen. If you don’t like it go listen to something else. Thank you for a great reaction!

[@kelleyoneal2578]

Exactly.

[@lkreinmiller-author]

I chalk it up to jealousy.

[@suzybailey5501]

Well said!

[@dovos8572]

i love deep notes but in some cases there are low low notes that are placed a bit "randomly" and don't fit in into the flow of the song and the harmonies. in this case it is the note at 9:30 that sounds great but doesn't really fit if you aren't used to it. it just feels "unnecessary" low and it might be only the way he sung the note and not the note itself, but it is really standing out of the whole song and there were lower notes in the backgrounds before that get most of the time ignored or overglanced because they just fit and make sense there. on the otherside the last note of the song makes sense again because it is closing the song of with a bang and thus is allowed to be the way it is.

[@randiskye4444]

Yup. He labels them "low bass cover" bc that's what it will highlight.

[@chrissynovful]

Chris Rupp said that Geoff has the cleanest bass he has ever heard. Clearly his opinion comes from a musical aspect so he knows what he's talking about. This was my favourite reaction so far. I always laugh when I watch your videos, but this turned into a "Try not to spit my coffee out!" I passed...Barely😅 Have a great day!

[@paula0721]

I love that Geoff doesn't always take his voice to the basement and he knows it's not always necessary, there are several songs where he just stays on the surface. But my God, it feels so good when he gets down there!

[@Wildecat10]

You may notice that Geoff used more verses that other people’s videos. That’s because he went to the Tolkien books to get the other verses that weren’t used in the movie where the music came from. Just more of his attention to detail. Plus - in the information under the video, he urges people to read the book!

[@judithboggs2196]

His voice, particularly in this song, is primal and compelling in it's force. It is a sledgehammer to the nerves....a very pleasing hammering❤❤

[@DetailBearOn]

I was coming to say that I think "primal" was the word that Nick was reaching for.

[@aaroncoffman88]

I've been a huge Geoff Castellucci fan since I first saw 16 Tons. I think we all agree the amount of time and effort he puts into his videos is mind blowing. Great reaction. Was waiting for this one. It was worth the wait

[@stephaniegeer1691]

FINALLY dude!!I've seen Tim & Peters version of this,and I adore Peter,and absolutely LOVE Tim and they did a fantastic version of this song,but in my humble opinion Geoff did an INCREDIBLE job covering this...I think this might be my favorite version ever!!😊

[@carinarodebak9419]

And you don't notice it first, while listening, but the beauty of Laynes violin in the background just enhanced the beauty of the singing.

[@maeco7]

I don't think that's Layne's violin - Geoff always credits everyone who helps with his videos in his video description boxes, and he doesn't mention Layne at all for this one. Geoff usually uses instrument plug-ins to create and arrange all the instrumentation himself.

[@carinarodebak9419]

@maeco If I've spread misinformation I stand corrected and apologize. I read other people's comments,who I know are Patreons and have access to BTS material, about Layne playing. Who/whatever responsible, I think the subtle playing adds to the beauty of the piece and is a good choice by the arranger.

[@maeco7]

@@carinarodebak9419 I'm a patron too and can pretty confidently say Layne wasn't involved, but either way, I completely agree - the strings are a beautiful addition. Geoff is an amazing arranger!

[@DaisyGray74]

“Medieval” is the word I think of. I just LOVE Geoff’s solo stuff. You can really hear his epic range then because he sings ALL of the voices. He’s truly a star. What a gem in the Acapella world. Great reaction, btw. You had stank face for daysssss. Geoff does that to people. 😂🖤🔥

[@ilonadever8249]

You crack me up every time.... especially when I know what's coming next and you don't. Loved your Peter Barber impression! Another reactor replayed that last note about a dozen times before he was able to talk about what he'd just heard. Next react to his Shenandoah. Completely different look and feel. It's not as popular, doesn't have as many views, but his wife, Kathy, likes it, so he was happy with it.

[@lucybogacheva1447]

Shenandoah is a brilliant!

[@vantreknerd]

This is perfect for his range and depth of his voice. He should be on soundtracks for this whole genre of movies/tv shows. It’s a vibe.

[@welchbrice8303]

I love this song and how he did it. I think some who claim overkill are just jealous that they can’t do what he does. Make sure you check out all the voice play minis! They just dropped a new one! Have a happy day saucey

[@rhov-anion]

This song was my introduction to Geoff back when it trended on YT, and after obsessing with his solo works, I realized he was in an acapella group, so I binged them. Just yesterday, after over a year talking about them, I finally got my husband to listen, and as we went to bed, he admitted he had spent the rest of the evening binging VoicePlay videos. Success!

[@sandrabrooks5013]

You are 100% right in everything you said! When my husband heard this he said, I could do that”! Then he pouted and walked away.

[@jillknowles5965]

Very well said!!! I find it irritating when people put down singers or compare them negatively to others. You are always so positive and enthusiastic that you are a breath of fresh air. Thanks for being awesome!!!!!!!

[@MelaniePoparad]

I adore his lows. I want them as often as possible. He has a beautiful voice in any range but damn those hit the spot and make my spine tingle. It’s amazing to me (as a first soprano) to hear someone go that low and not break their voice of manipulate it or anything. It’s something i can only dream of doing, so seeing it done perfectly is a true joy.

[@jeanneplace6871]

The intensity of this song makes me visualize Smaug soaring through the valley breathing fire. Destoying all before him.

[@deborahvernarelli6394]

Geoff has a magnificent voice..his low range sends chills down my spine..great version..great reaction, Nick!! Thank you !

[@brookebeasley5611]

Great reaction! With songs like this, the words that come to my mind are primal and visceral. This kind of music appeals to our base, fundamental emotions. Love it!

[@lucybogacheva1447]

Watch his Shenandoah video! I know you love it when Geoff shows off the high notes in his range.

[@allisoncameron-dicker2737]

Most musicians react to what the fans react to.. So when people say more Geoff, more low notes please etc. Then that's what the musicians do... When people get out their mini keyboard or pitch perfect... It's in anticipation of him hitting a super duper low.......i personally love a lovely rounded low note when they suit the song.... I would probably say it was overdone if it was all about the bass... (sorry couldn't resist that one)... If that was all he did... But that's not all he can do... He can harmonise, he can sing baritone and he can sing tenor.... Personally I love his baritenor range. It's so soft.... Maybe the "haters/complainers" are jealous and have to whinge to make up for their own lack of whatever... Keep dropping it Geoff.

[@Aurora-cv5to]

Great reaction and totally agree. We all listen to what we love - for me, Geoff's bass is number 1, and I never get too much of it. That said, I love his baritone range. Bottom line, his voice is gorgeous, and his skills in handling it are superb. Geoff's voice is usually melted butter & warm silk. BUT: if you want it with a little gravel, the most outrageous deep passage I've heard is in the Critical Role Mini. It's truly a do not miss. 60 seconds.

[@AndieO]

I love the fact gives him credit for his work ethic. He freely gives credit to other performers who have helped him improve or inspired him (ie: David with the long hair). So glad to see this today. Hugs from your resident Newfie.

[@WraithW69]

I love your reactions, love your sense of humour. Geoff-scaping lol thanks for another great entertaining vid

[@Kiradeit]

14:43 your peter barber impression lmao🤣

[@tomoovehk]

I absolutely love the part where he just spammed 'uhhhh' to imitate the low notes lmaooo

[@gallifreygirl8263]

I think the word(s) you might be looking for: EPIC, MYTHIC, LEGENDARY .... GODLIKE

[@DrPaul-xf4no]

its very "middle earth" feeling 😊 as it is from "The Hobbit" 😊 great reaction!

[@lschoenrank]

Geoff has told us that he does the deep bass very very softly, and lets the microphone and post-production do the amplification as needed. He also said that he got some help from Tim Foust to get to his lowest notes. I LOVE that these guys are all friends and help each other with tips and techniques. After Home Free, my next favourite a cappella group is Voiceplay. And Geoff's multi-part singles like this are so much fun and so very well done. I quite enjoyed "Monster Mash" because it was fun.

[@joyvanderveer2282]

This was just so eerily haunting in the depth of sound. WOW!!! The man can "sang"

[@christineschutten248]

This song by Geoff is balm for my soul.

[@tiffymcconkey]

To me what sets Geoff apart from everyone else is that he isn't a natural bass but a self taught bass singer. The effortlessness in which he sings you can't tell unless you've seen his how to sing bass video in his KZbin channel.

[@johndeeregreen4592]

That is just not true. Nobody who isn't a true bass can hit an F#1 chest note... not going to happen. You can extend your bass range with techniques like subharmonics, but your chest voice is what it is; vocal cord length and thickness determine that. A low bass will normally be considered anyone who can hit a strong B1 in chest voice; Geoff's lowest chest note is an entire 5th lower than even that!

[@chyrlwillis9422]

I get the point about overkill. Singers are taken more seriously if they don't use vocal shock value moments. But he is also producing great music, period, so maybe let's just enjoy and let others enjoy. He is a truly great talent.

[@johnjacobsen619]

"GEOFF SCAPPED" ...😀😄😅🤣😂. loved that one!!

[@andrewstutts5753]

You should check out the Wellerman's take on this song. Its basically every a capella and operatic bass singer not aligned with a major a capella band currently. It will literally blow your mind.

[@bradyschoch7562]

I second this! it is even bassier than this one! And that says something considering how bassy this already is!

[@victorc4_1234]

“I think all my hair went back inside my body…… how did you do that?!” 😆 yep! Don’t underestimate the Geoffquake

[@judithL3100]

Like someone said, “how many times did this guy go thru puberty???”

[@geraldinegailjavier7064]

I really enjoyed this reaction today it was great. I love this song and I never laughed as much as I did when Geoff hit the last note, your expression was worth a thousand words. I really loved your reaction keep them coming

[@bartonbagnes4605]

Love the medieval Celtic vibes. They probably just got back from killing orcs.

[@coletedeux]

I have been waiting for you to do this video! This is the first of Geoff's solos I heard and it instantly made me a fan. Great reaction, Nick.

[@acorrado5529]

Thanks for your reaction! Geoff is so amazing in his high and low range and all that he puts into his work.

[@drkushajagadeesh6347]

The first few times I saw this, I honest to God thought that there were four different people singing! It was the first time I was introduced to Geoff's singing. Only after someone mentioned it in the comments did I realize my mistake 😅

[@welchbrice8303]

You should check out voice play cover of unchained melody; Eleanor rigby, kiss, superstition. Geoff Castelluci can do no wrong in my eyes 👀! Check out all of his older stuff. Btw Austin brown dropped a new video too. I love these beautiful folks!

[@lindahall8707]

I love Georgia range. He is one of the bass singer that you can actually hear what he is singing. Love your reactions.

[@amandapatch7496]

LOL @ Geoffscaped. Another great reacton! Thanks Saucey Dad!

[@MrTech226]

SauceyDad You should react to 1st that fans of Geoff and Voiceplay that shown on KZbin few years ago - Voiceplay doing Oogie Boogie Man. Geoff plays Oogie Boogie Man who kidnaps Santa Claus. As others mentions, Geoff has vocal range of 4 to 5 Octaves including subharmonics.

[@randiskye4444]

Tribal yes, and primal, and masculine. Loved your reaction! In the BTS Geoff had help w/hair & makeup but he had to shave in 3 parts for the facial hair changes!

[@lachimiste1]

A group of 4 Geoffs is properly called a Geofftet. 😂

[@christinestromberg4057]

Glad you got round to this. It's brilliant. I love your reactions. You're so much fun. Don't worry about the name. Some say they're Geoffettes,, which sound a bitt girly to me, so I prefer Geof and the Geofftones,. Anyway whatever you call them, it's a thing he does so well. Every time he says that "cold" in the first line, I actually get the shivers. I feel the cold. Is it me? Oh and the other thing with Geoff is, I hear every single word, clearly. I really appreaciate that. Don't worry, I've heard men say they're ready to turn after listening to Geoff. :) It's not only the ladues who fall for him. I think tribal is a good word. It's earthy, and subterranean, as befits The Hobbits.

[@creationsbychancecan]

Geoff is out of this world fantastic. His harmonies with himself are spot on. He hits an E1 which is mega low with his subharmonics. Have fun with this one. Another great video I watched recently is Yellow Flicker Beat by the Bass Gang featuring Colm McGuiness. You really don't want to wait to react to this one.

[@Broomrider1492]

This is the song he said was WAY BETTER at the end of WAY DOWN. Same set at PattyCake Productions and is The Dragonborn Comes. This took him most of the day as with each costume change he had to shave a little more for each new facial hair placement. He did the unshaven Geoff first then each of his clones. That last breathy note is like Tim's last breathy note in Ring Of Fire.

[@frederiqueboudetfleury]

I love the peter barber’s impression !!

[@garyhughes5480]

You need to react to his cover of The Headless Horseman if you want to hear LOW lol

[@flar4282]

I think his lowest - to date - was the B0 in VP's Halo cover.

[@lucybogacheva1447]

The Headless Horseman. YES, PLEASE.

[@lkayh]

Great reaction. And yes, we all love love love that part of Geoff’s range (I also really like his middle register-still really rich. Not that I dislike his higher register!) For fun, I’d enjoy seeing you check out The Wellermen’s version-not for comparison, as it’s different in so many ways-but just the bass overload. You like that kind of thing (as do I) so I think you’d enjoy it. Also, I hope you plan to check out The Bass Gang’s remaining releases-I notice you did the first two, and the others are also really good.

[@BlueZebra1955]

There will always be haters. Ignore them. Geoff is a phenomenal singer who likes to have fun with his singing.

[@Robert.Sheard]

😂😂😂 you just made me snort bourbon on that last note. That shit hurts!

[@justinthompson7623]

You were late to the party, but the reaction was worth the wait! You captured it well and I feel the same way!

[@dawnemami3089]

I am so glad you are feeling better!!! This is awesome as usual!!!! Thanks for the reaction 😃😃

[@welchbrice8303]

Check out some of his narrations too! Damn his voice is beautiful whether he sings or just talks. 🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@anuskamateos780]

You should absolutely react to The Wellermen’s version of this song (Misty Mountains Cold), it’s a collaboration between a lot of singers, including the bass gang and Jonathan Young (and a lot more!) I love your reactions!

[@stephaniegeer1691]

Maybe "old world" or "Mystical" are the words you're looking for ...??great reaction,btw,I completely agree with you,music is open for individual interpretation. Love watching you react to music,you are funny!!thanks for the chuckle!! Lol✌out!

[@StarSong936]

@ 13:10 ROTFL at your reaction at this point. He does that to me every time.

[@thewrenchreviews9986]

His version of the classic tune " Shenandoah" is gorgeous. You need to listen to this one.

[@DravenGal]

You have some of the most satisfying reactions!

[@AnaArantes]

It's a Geofftet!!! 😆

[@chenawejamieson8628]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 dude.....love your reaction.

[@aldeb8315]

Hello, I really appreciate your reactions and your mood. Here are some videos, if you want: *My mother told me *Tennessee whiskey *Little mermaid *The grinch * can't help falling love with you The bass voice alone: Geoff Castelluci *16 tones *Monster mash *The house of rising sun *ain't not sunshine See you soon

[@peggyshumate920]

Primal. Its a primal sound.

[@00Jess_M]

I only remember one song where I thought "well, I could've lived without one or two of those loooow notes", but that was only that specific song. Other than that I don't agree. I feel like he is very capable of keeping the perfect balance. Especially when he uses his full range. If he didn't I wouldn't like it that much. His low range (not the subharmonic low, low range, but the one you call his sweet spot) resonates with me and kinda calms me down. I'm also trying to find the right word for this song, but struggle to find it even in my language. The best thing I can come up with is that it gives me a kinda soothing and meditative medieval/fantasy feeling. Almost Gregorian chant-y (with the addition of that gorgeous sounding violin). Especially when he's just humming. If I'd listen to him humming all day I would be the calmest person on earth.

[@kathrynphelps9771]

The word you may be reaching for could be 'primal', perhaps. Yes? Loved your reaction and you are right. If you can, why wouldn't you make those notes and they are entertaining.

[@johnathonrowden379]

Primal bro primal 😆 love the content!

[@quiltie1774]

How about a Quadrilucci?

[@Phantom_Fireside]

God damnit Geoff makes a fantastic Thorin here

[@suzybailey5501]

Great and entertaining reaction, thank you! Personally I think if you have the ability to sing like this, why wouldn't you use that skill? Plus the bass drops are what most fans want to hear, I certainly do, love them! But I don't believe Geoff overdoes them, you usually only get the big bass drops once or twice in a song and for me they are balanced out with his wonderful higher range in the harmonies! 🙂👍

[@alextuck5613]

Now... interesting thought came to mind. Could he be a magical Dragon Unicorn?

[@brendagrothier967]

All of these Acapella groups have amazing solo artists. On a side note....I thought you were attending a Tim Foust and friends show in Pennsylvania....

[@Mahiahtree]

Primal, Nick. 💚

[@kevinsnipes6511]

Nick, if you think that Geoff’s version was awesome, you should checkout a group called “The Wellermen” who does a version of Far Over The Misty Mountain Cold called “Misty Mountain” who feature the Bass Gangs Peter Barber, Tomi P, Bobby Bass, and Marwan Ayman. It’s A Capella and they do an outstanding job. I hope you react to it in the future.

[@jackyfriedman1963]

Personally I love all of his notes. High or low. He is a fantastic singer. I don't along with his and Voiceplay songs. High, low and inbetween. Including the super high and low. In school I want in the soprano section until we got a new teacher and He put me in alto because I was needed more there even though I could song both.

[@KigerPony]

Great reaction! You crack me up so much 😂 As to the word you are looking for, could it be Gregorian? As in Gregorian Chants? There is a bit of that feel here without the actual chanting part. Just a thought 😊

[@sianne79]

Primal. Is that the right word? (binging your voiceplay playlist)

[@ericchilders7138]

You always make me laugh

[@eriklind8489]

I am not sure if Bare Necessity is his first solo song, but every one he does after that just gets better and better.

[@AsheryW]

So now that you’ve seen it, do you agree that Misty Mountains Cold was waaaaaaaaay better? Lol. Love you’re reactions, thank you for sharing them with us

[@jenniferjensen8538]

Is the word you're looking for primal? Thanks for the great reaction!

[@candilunsford2878]

There's been debate over whether the other Geoffs are called the Geofftones, a Geofftet, or the clones. I just call 'em awesome. I saw a fan comment that was laughing at a reacter and said that she'd been Geoffed. I love that one. As you can tell I'm a huge Geoff and VoicePlay fan, but I'd actually suggest listening to Colm McGuinness do the Dwarvish version of this song. It's haunting with the tone of his low bass.

[@SaleBSGN]

4:29 This is why... No, no, no, wait... 6:01 THIS is why... 9:33 and THIS... 11:44 and THIIIIIS 😁

[@sallycripe2697]

I like the Tim/Peter version better, but he does a good job. Thanks, Saucey! And it's not that he goes too low, it's that he just "drops" out of the blue, or with no lead up. And sometimes it's just out of place. But in this particular song, there really isn't any such thing as too low.

[@chenawejamieson8628]

The deepness reminds me of Sabiton....lol sorry cant type when you make me laugh...😊

[@kellywilliams364]

My theory is...if God gave you the talent then you BETTER use it!! Loved your look on the last note 🤣🤣

[@susangille7255]

Primal.

[@MrTech226]

SauceyDad Geoff has a video on how to sing Bass properly from low notes to subharmonics range such as note of E1 on his KZbin channel.

[@jamescurfman3284]

Elemental? Fundamental? Oh, tribal. Hm. Visceral? :)

[@RSBatista2008]

The term you were looking for is Gregorian. Sounds a lot like Gregorian Chant

[@codydrymon8315]

Next you need to watch sixteen tons by Geoff or oogie boogie song by voice play which Geoff takes the lead as bass

[@Tark-qs4mu]

I think the word you were looking for was primal, Saucey. I also think that the issue some folks have with Geoff, and I agree to some extent, is that the awe factor is much less than it once was because of over use of his low end. It's predictable. We know he's going to do it in a song, it's just a matter of when, not weather. Maybe awe factor isn't quite right. Shock factor, maybe? I'm sure you know what I mean. Either way, it's not that it's over used in any one song, though I'm sure there would be those who would disagree with that, it's the just you can almost count on Geoff hitting, at least, one super low note in any given performance. A matter of when he's going to do it, and not weather or not he's going to do it. For me, though, it's more a case of Kate Lott, from Voctave. She's the super high soprano everyone is in awe of when they hear her. Watching the Disney Love Medley Voctave did with Kirsty and Jeremy, do you remember his reaction to Kate's sustained high notes? The huge smile, the head shake? That's more my reaction to Geoff's low notes anymore. I know it's coming. It's awesome when it gets here. There is no way *I* would ever be able to do anything of the kind. But, it's such a joy to hear someone who can both do it and do it well. So, I think that's where most people are at when it comes to "complaints" about Geoff's low notes being everywhere. "Oh, he's at it again!" and not "Not THIS again." I could be wrong, of course. It's been known to happen. :P Fun reaction, as always. Catch you in the next one!

[@leonsines247]

Look up Gregorian Chant music...... Its similar to this style

[@coletedeux]

Gregorian Chants are awesome.

[@rehtwoLrM]

Lol, very dwarven feeling...

[@SomeoneWhoHere]

Your testosterone just went "Hell nah!" It happens, don't worry. I grew a beard listening to Geoff! Crazy things!😅

[@maryebird4966]

Sounds like a Gregorian chant.

[@ronaldsinagra8825]

Do you think the 'other' Geoffs get upset when one of them doesn't share the lead? 😆