School of Rock AllStar Students perform "Midnight Train To Georgia" by Gladys Knight & The Pips

[@jccrowder4063]

The 4 string is carrying this song like a man. Hats off Mr. Bass Man. The lead singer sounds like a country singer doing an R&B song and she did it perfectly. She stayed straight, didn't try to copy the original just did her thing, no BS growls just singing. A true blue old school country girl singer, hard to find nowadays. California Dreaming and this, top two.

[@chuckharrel8272]

Love the way the bass player is driving the vocals. Key changes and all!

[@vylon1075]

Growls are not bullshit if not overdone. It adds character to the singer.

[@allanwalli2935]

As a wannabe bassist I couldn’t agree more. The bass is beautiful. Smooth and silky, just following the groove, but tasty phrasing and just punchy enough! Wow.

[@douglasroyce5631]

I have listened to this probably 30 times and the strength, clarity, the honesty, and range of this young lady is crazy .

[@chileroads7031]

The same from here. 25 times.

[@srisiam]

50 times here. @@chileroads7031

[@ParkerPlaza]

@@chileroads7031 One time and it moved me!

[@dannywindham1968]

Because voice!

[@darrylr.4983]

@@chileroads7031 Ditto!

[@tacoscamp]

I've watched enough of these to see how much singers try to reinvent greatness. This kid doesn't even bother trying to outdo Gladys and just nails it. You can't teach what she has.

[@raymondallo9947]

Lead singer is just beyond awesome, but kudos to the whole band. What a great performance.

[@sharonsmith2771]

I wish these young singers would OPEN up their mouths and stop clenching their jaws when they sing!!! They all do it!!! It takes away from the song and it stifles how much better they could sing.

[@Towhatextent3892]

What a great voice

[@L3x4Pr0ne]

She didn’t over sing it. Even on the high stuff. All kinds of soul I didn’t think possible from someone that young. She really told the story.

[@mikewoolf3894]

Lead singer sings this like she lived a lifetime of pain. Wonderful job to everyone.

[@dougmccoll6126]

made me cry watching her sing especially near the end. She communicates the emotion of the lyrics as if she wrote them!

[@danpotter4285]

DAMN good version! Best remix I've heard

[@tomdevol6035]

I LOVE the vibrato in Eleanor's voice!!!

[@Moguiman]

Same, smooth!

[@Nancy-xg9nc]

Effortless! Not like the fake caterwauling you hear so often! 🎉

[@finneganfly]

The backups are so spot on. Beautiful harmonies.

[@joesmith34]

Yes you re right

[@horatiobeaker]

It’s great to see a new generation absolutely own a classic.

[@dercommander9154]

You can see that Eleanor does not only sing this song, she feels it with every part of her body. Wonderful! And the rest of the band is also awesome. What a performance 😍

[@duffyjas1]

I hope Eleanor Bangle did not board that midnight train to Georgia because she's a superstar.

[@docadams1]

As a Daddy, I'd want to have a word with her about this dude from Georgia.

[@justapedn1]

Her vibrato reminds me of Grace Slick. Would love hear her sing “White Rabbit.”

[@fishmonger7020]

@@justapedn1the vibrato is amazing. It’s what keeps pulling me back in

[@ron02simpson]

I think Gladys would be pleased with this fresh cover by young people who were not even born when the Pips released this.

[@racketyjack7621]

That singer put her heart and soul into that song. Gladys Would be moved and honored.

[@LuisBlancoAustin]

What a performance of a timeless song. That young lady's singing voice brought tears to my eyes.

[@teashea1]

phrasing, tone, warble, pitch, controlled dynamics - everything.

[@johnbrockman6585]

From a 72 year old guy , the lead singer is something else, the whole band is amazing, someone sign them up

[@ramonavila1603]

Oh yes! I'm 63. We been listening to music for a Long time. I Know you Know what you are talking about. Oh yeah! Saludos desde Tijuana, BC MX

[@StanslaMichael]

They captured the essence of this song perfectly. The vocals are outstanding from lead to backing.

[@timothyhayes2935]

Lead singer makes Gladys proud,spectacular.

[@fredsanford9224]

The lead singer puts a lot of feeling and soul into her performance. Someone giver her a job!

[@johnalden5821]

All the vocals in this cover are excellent, but the lead vocalist is something special. Wow. She really made this her own.

[@billywilson303]

special? hahahahahahahaha!!!! FLAT, PITCHY, FORCED VIBRATO, karaoke at best...

[@jaro3688]

@@billywilson303 said the guy with 46 subscribers, smdh, I saw your singing, lol

[@billywilson303]

@@jaro3688 I'm not here for subscriber's because I'm not a 10 year old, and please show me you can do better Jethro

[@jaro3688]

@@billywilson303 you should change the name of your band to “ Low Point”

[@Shanonian]

@@billywilson303 She’s a young contralto and it’s difficult to find the right material and teacher for this voice type. I think she’s doing absolutely amazing for her age. I’m an older contralto and I still have a difficult time trying to transition octaves while keeping my tone consistent.

[@M.O.G.]

This group of young musicians are very talented, but this young lady singing the lead just blows me away. She has definitely got that wow factor. And I must give some complements to the back up vocals,they were on point.

[@markzacrep4266]

The blond blows anyone away I’ve seen on American Idol. Sign her up. Contract now.

[@gregcantelli594]

I hear you there buddy. I wish I had one one hundredth of the talent she has.

[@renzokriznar524]

Get fuking real!

[@user-qh1dk3fh5q]

These ladies need to do more duets! Their voices work very well together!

[@jamesmoser9269]

The lead singer knocked it out of the park !!!

[@chileroads7031]

The singers are amazing, this version is incredible. The singer lead is from another planet. She makes this version the best song of School of Rock.

[@mjmarc4164]

brought tears to my eyes

[@yt-viewerfromger320]

Eleanor did this song right and gave it what it deserves: her truely and deeply felt emotions. She made this (classic) song her own..!! Any more to say? Yes: "We want more Eleanor! We want more Eleanor..!!" ...

[@jimwalden-h9o]

Eleanor is a passionate performer, love her voice...

[@jeffbergstrom]

I think this is the best "School of Rock" they've done. That lead singer...wow!

[@CastingNetsPublishing]

Best "School of Rock" they've done? Wow, an extreme statement, but, yep, absolutely, I agree ! She's should make it I say, unless she has a bunch of babies and then waits tables at Applebee's. A brutal industry. My son was a Manager for a band in Nashville. We should start a fund to get her started to be discovered.

[@jekpapa]

Completely agree. Great vocals including the supporting vocals. And the bass player is dope!

[@sharonsmith2771]

She is average and just ok. Go listen to Gladys Knight if you want wow.

[@jeffbergstrom]

@@sharonsmith2771 Consider her age. I think she has a lot of potential. See if she is as good as Gladys Knight in 30 years.

[@sharonsmith2771]

@@jeffbergstrom I doubt anyone will know of her or care what she sounds like in 30 years. 😊

[@Jamthecoolerator]

This is one of the best School of Rock Allstar performances EVER.

[@brucegoodwin634]

Ya think? O my gaud.

[@scotthartman8993]

The California Dreaming for a few years ago is in the same level. The lead it that made it though a few weeks of the Voice at Age 16kzbin.info/www/bejne/fZ2qXqmEbc5sh8U

[@jjano2320]

My favorite.

[@billshun3963]

+

[@samparker7963]

This young woman knows how to work an audience. Magnificent.

[@John-bl8di]

WHAT! There is no audience.

[@EnzoDBaker5309]

This is the absolute BEST cover version of any song by ANYONE. Eleanor is glorious and the band and backing vocalists are World Class. I cannot get over how truly awesome this performance is.

[@tminus1019]

BEST School of Rock OF ALL TIME. This is the GOAT. That vocalist is the GOAT

[@bernielowe3709]

Eleanor Bangle is absolutely stunning and her voice is absolutely amazing. Please use her more often and please show if she has a list songs so that we can enjoy them.❤😊

[@JackKirbyFan]

I agree but this is her only lead. I can't figure out why. She's got an incredible blues voice. She could easily do gospel and soul music. The singer is a star. I can't praise her enough.

[@markbracewell7762]

What an extraordinary voice. I have listened to this dozens of times.

[@beverlyhurd8556]

You're not the only one, Mark. Her voice is mesmerizing.

[@larrymiller8729]

I commented before, but I will comment again. They were all great; but if that lead singer puts out an album, I’m buying it. Her voice and presence really moved me.

[@dancarter482]

_INCREDIBLE_ !

[@jeffreybauer3647]

@@dancarter482 That vibrato is exquisite.

[@dancarter482]

@@jeffreybauer3647 Like a titanium fist in a velvet glove! The WHOLE production is _PURE_ Motown ~ those young cats make my eyes sting.

[@christo7664]

Ya , something very special about her . I'm gonna have to put some leed guitar 🎸 to that song and send it to her ....I know it has all ready got it . . . But a I little more candy on top makes it pop nicely. I was practicing with it quite a bit.

[@davidbonnett6204]

Know kidding hey

[@WilliamYoung-j7v]

The vocals were stunning. Every bit as good as the original. The talent of these young people is amazing.

[@carlosgm70]

Eleanor Bangle is "on fire" on this rendition. And the whole band, vocals, music, drums,... is completely behind covering her performance. If Gladys Knight is the Empress of soul, you, Eleanor, as minimum, are the crown princess. You made me so glad watching this. TY!!!!!!

[@cpj83]

You obviously don’t listen to much much music.

[@mickhancox8014]

Such a hater

[@allanbriggs9007]

This is a pretty good version by high school kids.@@cpj83

[@Knilch58]

​@@cpj83 Perhaps you did, but you obviously didn't understand a thing.

[@cpj83]

@@mickhancox8014 not a hater! But to call a little girl with limited range the the Empress of soul? Cmon. Aretha, Whitney, Patti ring a bell? She did well but…

[@donaldquezergue9166]

You go, girl!! There's a place for you in music.

[@djm4457]

Forget The Voice. She's right here. Good Lord! What a sound and style she brings to this song! And her fellow band mates are excellent!

[@martinnielson5896]

While the world is slowly falling apart, I find hope and comfort in this beautiful recording and the many kind comments ❤

[@amciiYou]

Wow! She brought it down to Georgia! Impressed to the max. She owned that song.. Wow!

[@retiredusmc9090]

Wow! Her tone and feel for the song is out of this world.

[@David-p7z9n]

Great to see this young generation of musicians nailing this!

[@joethebumbler]

I can listen to this over and over. That lead singer is awesome!

[@frankklostermann5840]

Need more of Eleanor. We will pay for it. Just let us know where to listen to her.

[@DanielCowden-m3k]

Eleanor is the very best "Torch Singer" I have heard in a long time. She will be a Superstar! God Bless.

[@fozzee6999]

I am obssesed with this. It blows me away every time. The Lead singer and the backing singers are incredible. The band is also on point. I love this!

[@briantabura5479]

this is the Best version that I have heard in years!!!!!! the lead singer just hit the spot , her voice in this song is top notch her expression wow , can't get any better than this...

[@IDigRocknRoll]

Eleanor should be signed to a major label. She has the gift. Love her.

[@allanbriggs9007]

Most of these kids , unfortunately, will go into other careers.

[@johnlennon1049]

Eleanor…you knocked it out of the park! Damn!

[@jimlong20]

her expression when she says " uh uh " is captivating. this is the best version ever

[@TS-cc5bw]

Unbelievable. I'm an old time Motown fan... and have worshiped Glays for so long. She should be so proud of this cover. What a performance... as such a tribute to one of the greatest American songs of our time.

[@gregoryspina3929]

I'm in disbelief that no one in the music industry has chased this lead singer down yet...that vocal was something...moving and unique. From her nailing the first lyric of "L.A.", my ear brows went straight up...

[@allanbriggs9007]

Most of these kids will never make it in the music industry, while some very average performers make millions. I can't work it out.

[@eds3969]

She is great. I also particularly loved the way the sang “L.A. proved too much for the man.”

[@IpisPeapulhoff]

It's a sad truth ​@@allanbriggs9007

[@donklesa6040]

Oh my God, what a beautiful voice. She captures the emotion perfectly.

[@chuckroberts3873]

Got that right. Nice!!

[@fallwitch]

I've watched many of these School of Rock videos and they have all been well done technically. The one thing I have felt that is lacking in the main vocalists aren't singing like they mean it. It often comes across as if they don't understand the song or don't attack it with their talent. They sing it fine but they just are "feeling it." This lass tho? She gets its. So well done, Moving with feeling. If you can move this old woman's heart you've nailed it. Thank you!

[@mikespencer3518]

Well said

[@genesmith6958]

Eleanor did a beautiful interpretation, and the entire arrangement was performed flawlessly. Bravo Zulu

[@richardbarrick1492]

The young lady who's on lead,-- Oh, my, word!!🙄😳 she's actually performing way, way beyond her years-❤ !

[@curtismurphy1263]

Eleanor took my breath away, awesome vocals. The whole group sounded so professional.

[@stevekeller3643]

She is very talented, and lovely to boot.

[@errk25]

She has a very soulful voice. Want to hear more of her.

[@sismoko299]

She have personal account?

[@curtismurphy1263]

@@sismoko299 You said she has her own personal account... What is it? and where?

[@sismoko299]

@@curtismurphy1263 im sorry, i asked too

[@Kesilar228]

From the first words "L.A" - WOOOOOW! - Eleanor puts heart,soul and feeling into her performance, with outstanding band and backing vocals, this is a gem of a cover which stays true and IMO rivals the original, Gladys would be proud. Love this song for many years - Beautifully done

[@dbilly7]

Youngsters groovin to classics makes me all happy.

[@bryansmith4348]

I have watched this ten times. She is amazing. I hope she has a bright musical future but the two on backing vocals are killing it as well. Those backing vocals are statements, and they are driving it home. I love watching young musicians like this give these classics such respect.

[@RobinBowen-i6i]

Fifty years ago I saw Gladys Knight sit on a stool and sing this song and I fell in love. It has been an all time favorite that I still listen to alot. I've heard many others do this song and a couple of them were OKish. When I heard this version though I fell in love again. I couldn't find this young ladys name so I could find more from her. I hope she gets the recognition she deserves and we get the joy of hearing her more.

[@philipmason2435]

Eleanor has an amazing voice.

[@ricksprinkle8396]

The lead singer has a sensual voice. Nice performance by all.

[@harrywinslow3946]

Lead singer's voice is so unique it's not comparable to any other singer I've ever heard. She gave me goose bumps.

[@NC5B]

Me too

[@user-cl2js6uk2x]

Eleanor is very gifted. Back in the day she could have been the original singer of this song. I'm 77

[@donniej54]

Same, and I’m 70

[@bluenetmarketing]

Eleanor is SOMETHING ELSE! She is a force. I'd love to hear her sing "Black Velvet."

[@terryfrancono3013]

Wow, what a set of pipes that lead singer has. She has something special. Kudos to all as well.

[@ljw3491]

I wasn't expecting to be blown away but I was. The lead singer was amazing and so soulful and the backup vocals were great! The band played like they had been together for years.

[@bfp812]

This young lady’s voice has a maturity far beyond her years. You can hear the pain and the soul. I see stuff like this and I realize there is hope for the future.

[@Jeff-mu4mt]

@@kevinkelley3657 You don't want to be like the original, think about it. It would be boring. I went to an ELO concert and could have saved me $40 and just bought the CD. This was in the 80'.

[@kevinkelley3657]

@@Jeff-mu4mt Thank you for that, I am often too critical of the bands that I see on here. For the last 40 years or more, we have listened to very very produced works, and I admit I am often too critical of live performances, and I am often too critical of covers. I am serious. Thank you for your very gentle comment, many people on here would have came at me hard, and that only angers me, but you did it correctly. I will re listen to this piece.

[@fredschneider179]

@@kevinkelley3657 i agree. Eleanor's was way better.

[@TheLostTarget]

@@kevinkelley3657 And?

[@djm4457]

I've watched this incredible video maybe 30 times and with all due respect to Gladys Knight, there is no doubt it's as good, maybe even better in its own way, than the original. And that is truly saying something.

[@millirj4378]

There’s a lot of doubt it’s as good. Good, but nowhere close in my view.

[@scable-eq7bp]

WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOW, outstanding performance by everyone. Eleanor Bangle really shines...

[@ericdellinger6260]

Elanor is absolutely stunning, but let's not overlook how very good the backup vocals are. That's one of the hidden gems of this song, and they did it beautifully!

[@darlabeyler3511]

I couldn't agree more! Love Eleanor's soulful, blues type voice. But the back up vocals simply made the song. They're very tight and an incredibly talented group of youngsters.❤🎶🎸🎙💜

[@ikemancil3850]

The dark haired girl sings lead on a few of their songs. She's also gifted. Not as good as El but not far off her. I'm really impressed with the whole group. Very solid and talent to carry them far.

[@myfridayproject3257]

Eleanor is a real gem. She's such a natural and has a beautiful voice. Can't wait until her next solo.

[@kjtilka]

She sings it better than the original. This is a star in the making

[@dsmith9572]

I don't know that she's better than Gladys Knight, but she's on pitch, on time, expressive, and has a serious understanding how her voice works and how to hang a song on it.

[@lockedonlaw]

Silly comment. Eleanor does a fine job of performing this song but you're saying she's better than one of the greatest soul singers in the history of the genre. I think you and some others here need to listen to Gladys Knight again. kzbin.info/www/bejne/oJPSdGxjo7FjjaM

[@lindacrassons3753]

Her voice draws me in. Keep singing! The lead singer.

[@DD-uf2uo]

I never thought a group could make this song BETTER than the Original, but they DID. I think I'll bookmark this one. From the Southeast USA. .

[@chrislocke1042]

This young lady meant every word see sang.. She has a great voice

[@scottjones2600]

everybody in this video is amazing!! I hope y'all are blessed with doing this for the rest of your life

[@robertpaarlberg6001]

It’s like I was hearing it for the first time. She really sold the emotion of the song. More from this girl please

[@RG-so7jq]

I could listen to her all day long beautiful voice.

[@firestream93]

Damn! The lead vocalist can put it down! Somebody give that girl a record deal.

[@WilliamBonnie-r6g]

Omg! I could listen to her forever!!❤🥰💯🔥🙏🇺🇸

[@JohnNWOH]

Totally agree that we need more Eleanor. She absolutely *lives* her leads.

[@o2bnaustin]

This version actually brought tears to this man's eyes. My all-time favorite Motown Hit, I've been covering this since I was knee-high to a Pip. Everyone was great, but Eleanor...dear you nailed it, and it showed in your face, your actions, your entire stage demeanor.

[@amantedelcane420]

"Brought tears to your eyes"? Surely you jest.

[@broheme8922]

@@amantedelcane420 A sad comment from a sad little man

[@tedsettles5764]

brought tears to this musicians ears also.......so there......

[@williamrote6581]

This lead singer is Great! This rendition is DAMNED NEAR as good as the Original, AND THAT SAYS A LOT!!

[@markjohnson4053]

These kids are more than real good. They have a bright future in front of them.

[@danc3693]

We’ll see how bright. I thinks it’s even harder to make the big time today. There’s A LOT artists out there and it’s more complicated now - it isn’t about cutting a song with a B Side and getting it played at the radio stations everyone listens to. Those days are gone.

[@jollyroger1009]

Those lead vocals! And the bass player really got this right (as did the drummer).

[@jameshartsing8652]

More Eleanor? Yes, Please......

[@TBone14159]

All these musicians were great, but the singer is who impressed me most. She really knows how to cry out a song and pour her heart and soul into it.

[@ransomedspirit]

HAS to be my favorite "School of Rock" video.

[@M.O.G.]

Definitely mine. I must have played this about 50 times since I first played it two weeks ago. I can't get enough of her beauty and voice.

[@davidlindsey1545]

California Dreaming excellent too. This is definitely on my play list as well. Eleanor is awesome and the backup singers were perfect.

[@gregoriadelcarmenleongonza8666]

CF de la empresa y te lo envío en el momento no se puede hacer el pago ☺️ que se le notifica que cualquier Gracias por

[@robertthomas4938]

A lot a SOUL in the vocals. Very impressive.

[@rsviews2167]

Abstract painting emerged when earlier figurative and realistic painting masterpieces were made impossible to surpass. It was the most logical next step. Modern metal is only about speed and brutality, which, after a very short while, gets absolutely boring. Music needs space in order to let creativity show its face. I like the fact that many quite young aspiring musicians and artists explore other areas, different approaches, sounds, grooves, while leaving their personal touch on various renditions of classic pop or rock pieces. It's refreshing, inspiring and very exciting. Keep it up young friends, you're doing good, and you're making your parents proud.

[@GeorgeVKeokiSampoang]

a star is born ! wow ! for a student !

[@joearamini8367]

Sure would love to hear more of Eleanor. Like a whoe album

[@carbeck8888]

This young lady singing this song is simply Awesome!!!!!!!! This is the sixth time I listened to this song: the best that I have ever repeatedly listened to any song would be at the most 3 times.

[@SchoolofRockUSA]

We have it on repeat as well!

[@Nemo_IRL]

I wish I could give this a thumbs up everytime I watch it. 👍

[@sixpoint812]

I've heard and liked this song since 1973 when it first came out. This is the first time it brought tears to my eyes.

[@reddragon3733]

Eleanor is very original. She made this song her own. Excellent!

[@chadschmitz5500]

My Lord, unbelievable. Her singing is on a whole level that no one can do Wow. Great work from everyone.

[@nalomike6066]

yes, must be my fifth time I've watched this over the years. one of my favorites.