Small Town Titans "You're A Mean One, Mr. Grinch" REACTION & ANALYSIS by Vocal Coach/Opera Singer

[@SmallTownTitans]

@The Charismatic Voice, Thank you for such a great review! Super honored and flattered by it 😄 And thank you all for watching! If you enjoyed our version of this Dr. Seuss classic, here are some other links for you to check out. Happy Holidays! 🎄🎅🤘 The Cover 🎄 kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y5S4q2CwdqaHhKs Our new record 💿🎸🎵 ffm.to/taketheride Our Store 🌐 smalltowntitans.com/store Our Titan Army Membership Platform 🎟 smalltowntitans.com/jointhetitanarmy/ And last but not least our LIVESTREAM SHOW on December 19th! 🎤🎸🎉 stt.band/rideparty Thanks again, everyone! Phil - (singer/bass player) Ben - (guitar, backing vocals) and Jonny - (drums, backing vocals)

[@aarongibeau5930]

Devils choir or hallelujah!

[@bughead_5246]

Our play director knows you guys. Mr. Calvin Weary, he is such an amazing person! I love your music guys keep it up!

[@TheReverendZ51]

@@aarongibeau5930 , Love The Devil's Choir.

[@Dthraco]

Holy smokes. Just discovered this cover. The whole band is incredible. I want to learn how to sing like this guy!!

[@xymbolix]

Every year. This is the anthem. I was on the day it came out. love you cats.

[@ZenSponge]

Heh, Santa hat. Says, "He's really _sleighing_ that vocal." I smell what you're stepping in.

[@TheCharismaticVoice]

;-)

[@matthbva]

I didn't. Two hours later: what's this on my shoe? LOL

[@gislehildershavn399]

@@TheCharismaticVoice Here's one for you: kzbin.info/www/bejne/d3PHm2eaesuBhMU

First time hearing this and in my mind I see Tim Curry...Rocky Horror. Love it.

[@andrewwebb6270]

Phil is a vocal coach himself. I am sure he would really enjoy your reaction to this! By the way, raw vocals from these guys are just as good as the big productions. I was lucky enough to be rained out of a concert with them in the parking lot and they played some of their stuff while we waited for the concert to continue. Really sweet guys too

[@Bearded-Dragon62]

Small Town Titans are an amazing talent that isn’t getting the recognition they deserve and I truly hope they get more noticed soon cause they deserve it

[@kylethompson6679]

Yes I am with you on that they need more recommendations

[@thehorrorlord1658]

I've got them added to every Pandora station I have they are so good. Me and my daughter found them about 2 years ago and show them to everyone

[@1982MCI]

They are bout the best group of all time for me, and I’ve been thru some good ones, I’m 55 now. This is the only group I listen to now and I can’t get enough!!

[@kylethompson6679]

@@1982MCI I hear yeah and am only 32

[@randlnickel9196]

that is SOUL

[@canofworms9879]

I went to High school with the singer. Genuine guy

[@diaryofachunkymainehiker2406]

I'm a little jealous

[@Magnum-eo5it]

She has the hots for his him now lol. I dont blame her either. Im not even gay but that man's voice had me thinking twice for a minute lmao

[@demetrithefallenone3252]

Dude she creaming her seat right now

[@thecolorblack4778]

naw you gay af bro

[@mfumich]

He’s also a nice guy. I saw them when they opened for Hinder. After STT finished, The whole band came out ahead of schedule so I could get a picture with them. We were only there to see STT. We left before Hinder took the stage.

[@luxtobeyou]

@@mfumich They for real have gotta be some of the most humble yet talented guys ever. Saw them opening for Halestorm and they absolutely rocked it, everybody was headbanging and dancing like mad! Turned me into an instant fan for life

[@Fretless99]

i agree, I think she's got a new crush :) The man has pipes. i am a singer, and I'm not bad, but NOWHERE in this man's league

[@ruppertb320]

I introduced Phil to the band Clutch. I remember the hug he gave me the next day. He's a great guy.

[@cchapa7470]

I LOVE her technical terminology; "...sort of... liquidy goopy...?" Kills me! XD Only found her a few days ago, but I became an instant fan!

[@kristenblount8422]

I'm sorry this has only now come into your life. Phil's voice is one of my all time favorites... from those effortless bass notes to that exquisite scream 😍

[@1982MCI]

She is having the exact same reaction I thought she would have! She is so surprised all the way thru this song, his voice is just so fricken incredible!!! I can’t get enough of this song!!!

[@Jammermt99]

I really dont like his voice I cringed so much when I heard it

[@theaberrantdon]

@@Jammermt99 Someone's jealous they've never seen a woman that impressed.

[@Jammermt99]

@@theaberrantdon nah I just dont like his voice it hurts my ears lol

[@blksrsil]

Lead singer *performed* this song, he didn't just sing it. Watching his face during the video he looks like he's having fun and really playing into the song. I get a very "theater" vibe from him and his performance. Very charismatic and playful performance. Brilliant.

[@satxtrap]

I'm really glad this one made it to your radar. I really like what these guys have done. His Johnny Cash cover is awesome too.

[@ZhombieFied]

Yeah these guys are Awesome. Have you heard their song " The Ride "

[@Rocketman442-RC]

Folsom prison is awesome. They all did a great job.

[@ruppertb320]

Phil is a good guy too.

[@jasonwood7340]

"He is slaying this vocal in so many different ways" Yes, he is, and I think you may be turning into a metal head! I just heard part of this song yesterday on the radio, it's killer. Looking forward to hearing some more by them.

[@sykosocial]

Your compassion is overwhelming and it comes off in the most ADORABLE WAYS.

[@tylerhebert6931]

Her reaction is genuine. I can see the amazement in her facial expressions. I think she is in love. 😂

[@joshdarden9525]

Your joy and enthusiasm during these videos is so infectious.

[@joshrowe2275]

You’re so right, I kept looking at her and finding myself having the same emotion and smiles without even realizing it hahaha.

[@jamesrouse3466]

This cover is absolutely beastly!

[@wendull811]

I love the small town titans. There lead singer is a amazing person and super nice in real life. Saw them live a few years ago and his voice is absolutely amazing.

[@garandguy101]

They are awesome! The lead singer and he’s good friend played at my birthday party 4 years ago.

[@alicebutler854]

Yaaaay I was one of the people who suggested this. I love this version so much. The lead singer has amazing vocals and range Thank you so much for reacting to this song ❤

[@dindixie]

Yay too, I also suggested this one! It is probably my favorite version of this song. Oh thank you very much #The Charismatic Voice for doing this one!

[@josephbrauer2573]

first : you are so cute in that hat . Second: wow , I mean , WOW , "Small Town Titans" ! I am going to have to listen to more of them. Usually , in metal , I don't hear good annunciation like I did with these guys. I love the "Grinch" movie, one of the must sees around the holiday time . This was such a treat to listen to. Thanks for this one Miss Elizabeth and to those who recommended it. 😀🕊

[@wendull811]

They are an amazing band. He is just as good live too.

[@fearthenation8901]

It amazes me because his enunciation doesn't falter thru any part of his delivery thru any part of the song.. Brilliant..just wow

[@dmckim3174]

They did a version of Leonard Cohen's Hallelujah that is amazing.

[@TimmyMoza]

It is another major show of their talent. STT is truly a talented group!!

[@nickmaitland4308]

Their cover of hunger strike is amazing too

[@docv73]

I love these guys, and I get a kick out of people doing reactions to this particular song.

[@hughmongus7379]

As well as sex and candy, all amazing covers. Hallelujah is by far my favourite.

[@athel10]

@@hughmongus7379 I can nail that song...

[@icuddlecats1]

I absolutely think you are by far the best reaction channel!!!

[@TheCharismaticVoice]

Thank you, Lucy. But we wouldn't be anywhere if it weren't for fans like you!

[@LonesomeTwin]

It's close. I'm afraid we need to see an Elizabeth/Julia Nilon react-off to decide.

[@carnivorehitman]

This. Your enthusiasm is ridiculously infectious.

[@Netty465]

Yea she’s actually analyzing the voice and the music in away I haven’t seen on KZbin before

[@thelolguy007]

This singer has one of the best most versatile voices in Rock imo. His range is unreal. And such amazing tone. Many big bands would love to have such a voice fronting their group

[@massaj88]

I really appreciate the way you geek out on these vocalists instead of just saying "wow" "cool"

[@nicholaselliott339]

Of all the reaction style producers, I find your videos to be the most analytical and informative to the musically untrained or unskilled. It is very refreshing and allows us to better appreciate the music that we know and love! Thanks!

[@TheCharismaticVoice]

Thank you, Nicholas! I am glad I can come off as informative when there's so much depth to cover.

[@nicholaselliott339]

@@TheCharismaticVoice Indeed. I hope to catch you breaking down' Kurt Hugo Schneider - I Can Go The Distance' one day! A personal favourite and in my opinion a very well composed arrangement.

[@chrisparmarter8442]

"Slaying/sleighing this vocal in so many ways". Just a great joke!

[@austinkoller1895]

They’re all from PA. So am I and they’re fantastic. I love Phil Freeman’s vocals. I honestly sit there and try to replicate. I can’t hit higher notes. But his lower vocals I can destroy. Much love to Small Town Titans.

[@athel10]

Ditto...especially when i'm drunk...

[@ericochoa4271]

Watching this chick smile, giggle, and melt is really adorable.

[@Melly01]

If you want unexpected, check out Small Town Titans doing Hallelujah. Also, their original music is insane. Phil wrote a song called Dragonfly for his mom, who passed away, that has touched many of us beyond words. You would never think it was the same singer. Check out his completely different style with his wife as they perform as Lucille and The Wolf. The creativity and musical talent of everyone in this band is just off the charts! Go listen to tye beautiful fugue in the middle of Devil's Choir. I mean ... they are on repeat for me every day. Welcome to your new obsession. :)

[@amandabernheisel9557]

I adore Dragonfly

[@TheCharismaticVoice]

Hello lovely fans! If you're enjoying my reaction & analysis videos and learning more about music, I recommend checking out my Music Appreciation Course! This course deep dives into time signatures, tempo, pitch, dynamics, key, music production, and most of all, vocal registers! I guarantee it will make your music listening experience that much better. You can find the course on my website here: thecharismaticvoice.com/music-appreciation/

[@todd440]

Check out a guy named teddy swims. Blinding lights or somebody to love.

[@carlwoods5256]

A whole other level of f-ing slaying it... his voice goes to 11.

[@BotsWeekendCovers]

Why aren't these guys on every station out there! They are amazing! And after watching the video, dayum you were informative. I never watch these thru but you killed it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@donnilloyd1355]

I fell in love with this almost 2 years ago. I didn't know about them, and someone steered me to them. And they are GREAT. Great Post.

[@Reblwitoutacause]

Someone is smitten with the performance they just watched... lots of heart eyes for the Grinchy boi 😍

[@silverliningsrock8148]

Right😂 Small Town Titans need to see this❤️❤️

[@Reblwitoutacause]

@@silverliningsrock8148 totally!

[@angelar5145]

It's so nice to see a first look/hear of this song I've been enjoying for a couple of years now. It hits every one of my tingly parts! You were smart to listen to this before any other songs of theirs. None compare, although they are all good. Masterful rendition and one of a kind. Even after all this time and hearing it dozens of times, the looks on my face every single time are just like yours in this video. Awestruck and enraptured. 💕

[@toddstrong1353]

I love how you get so much joy out of something completely different from what you do. :)

[@luminye8112]

YESSSSSSS SMALL TOWN TITANS ARE AWESOME!! Definitely recommend some of their other stuff

[@zacharyharwell351]

The groove gave me similar vibes to "Toxic Love" From the movie Ferngully: The Last Rainforest

[@TheTexan83]

Might I recomend a youtuber by the name of Johnathan Young. His version is epic.

[@Lucassymons]

Is that Tim Curry? He kills it as the monster in that!

[@melissamcguire4855]

OH MY GOSH, yes.

[@shadowproductions969]

Also sounds a LOT like Hey Man, Nice Shot by Filter

[@benphillipstn]

If you’ve never heard Pantera - Cemetary Gates, you should definitely react to it. Studio version

[@perryrush6563]

My home state flag!

[@lilwing6969]

Omg... Totally agree! That is such a great combination of different ranges, plus a really heavy on the heart song.

[@shawnnancarrow1980]

Broken:)

[@jedinxf7]

yes!

[@derekwhite9932]

She has, forget if or before your comment.

[@brocrentel6461]

For some reason I keep coming back to this video...I think it is watching her face lighting up with joy many times as this song unfolds...watching joy like that is priceless and it also kind of bleeds through into my very @soul

[@guttertoad383]

We need Valhallelujah for Christmas!! NANOWAR OF STEEL BABY

[@andrewwebb6270]

YES

[@TheCharismaticVoice]

I am considering this for next week. I may have a surprise?

[@guttertoad383]

@@TheCharismaticVoice v interested

[@AK-wc2gk]

Their new song is awesome too, it's called Ruffling Feathers. I am so glad that you are shining a spotlight on this group, they deserve to be so much more known😁

[@Stilllost87]

She came at least 3 times listening to this

[@kylethompson6679]

Glad to listened to them and you listen to them from now on all there songs are awsome

[@JKMediaCorp]

That was amazeballs. What an excellent adaptation.

[@ThirdFoot]

Glad to see STT getting some attention, these guys are awesome.

[@codename495]

So nice to watch someone geek out to a vocalist. How lovely.

[@thebarefootdrummer6375]

His voice continues to blow me away

[@luisnunes2010]

The timing and power in the bass lines is just stellar. That alone will have me looking into these guys. Wintersun to follow up? Lot's of vocal variety, too. And more. Merry Christmas to Elizabeth, Kirk and the whole gang.

[@TheCharismaticVoice]

The list is getting crazy. I don't know if I can commit to Wintersun this go-round. And yes, I want to hear more from these guys! Thank you for the well wishes, Luis. I hope you do too!

[@luisnunes2010]

@@TheCharismaticVoice Well, if Nuclear Blast is acting up (noticed that Helloween is down), that just means we get more Small Town Titans, as well as Angra, Rhapsody, Iced Earth and Shaman sooner... eh eh. If it helps jump ahead in line, for Fairy Tale by Shaman there's footage on KZbin of André explaining and demonstrating how he sang it... Beye.

[@jakemallory1093]

It only took four months of pressure and a holiday season to get this onto the channel, but it was so worth the wait!

[@TheCharismaticVoice]

Now for Octavarium!

[@michaeldinsen7641]

This band is phenomenal...and you know it...that man can sing!!!

[@samhell2492]

"Laaaanguorus".... yep, nailed it. Can't think of a better word for that rhythm

[@MrMr0248]

The beautiful and hilarious thing about this for me is how it sounds so ridiculous yet amazing simultaneously. Love it :)

[@EricNeuls]

THESE GUY ARE KILLER! BEEN FOLLOWING THEM SINCE THE GRINCH COVER CAME OUT!

[@greggarrett2862]

Hallelujah by small town titans is amazing!

[@ragnarvolorus2925]

i forgot how amazing this song was....heard it a few years back....goose bumps still!!! and ive listened to this dozens of times

[@Prozak63]

Absolutely love that you reacted to this. I'm amazed with the number of reactors that haven't check this out as well as other Small Town Titans songs as well. Your breakdown and explanation were beautiful. One of their or "Phil's" songs that really hit me is "Dragonfly" that he wrote after his mom lost a 3 yr battle with cancer. The message he has under the video explains in detail the passion that drove him to write it. He's also a vocal coach/instructor.

[@tommythompson5939]

Love this song. Their cover of Hallelujah is incredible as well.

[@terrypen]

Phil's vocal training had done him VERY, VERY well!!!

[@Eckx1084]

Her face said *sploosh*. I agree.

[@gqfiend]

Your affinity for annunciation is refreshing.

[@CarBENbased]

Yaaaaaayyyyy! My suggestion! Can't wait!

[@rorybisson756]

If you want to see pure joy, watch her face. that is what pure joy looks like. side note, if you look close enough, you can see a crush developing as well. which by the way adds to this video even more.

[@shannonwilkerson]

Everything they do is simply AMAZING.

[@russelljohnson4527]

Quote of the year: "Intentionally GOOD"

[@scottr5661]

I love watching all your facial expressions. You look like you're so excited to be listening to these singers/songs.

[@JHL194]

I heard this when it first came out and I’ve probably listened to it hundreds of times. Phil’s voice is amazing. Great band.

[@petramic]

His song dragonfly is amazing his voice!! But so happy you did a reaction of them they’re amazing

[@davidjohnston6105]

Always enjoy small town Titans, I love hearing deep vocals and he has a great range, but sings in that lower range that I enjoy singing with.

[@alexcassel2814]

Crazy thing is I remember meeting these guys while the attended college and some of the best times was karaoke at the town bar, trust me jam the rest of their music u won’t be disappointed

[@janlerl7076]

... love your giggles through the song! :) Thank you for introducing me to this cover!

[@TheCharismaticVoice]

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[@alicebutler854]

I absolutely love how technically and thoroughly you always analyse everything. And how honest and excited your reactions always are 😁 Isn't the vocalist in this band something else, he can flip from a D to an A and any octave in between with almost no pause. They have so many good songs. I never miss your videos, and definitely won't now after this one 💖

[@isakgloege2384]

Line by Line is my favorite by them.

[@WhiteKnight2100]

@The Charismatic Voice Have you thought about the possibility of interviewing Phil Freeman about his vocal training and his work on this song? It obviously thrilled you, and thank you so much for sharing that--and your insight with us. You ROCK, Elizabeth!

[@stevenrussell6459]

Love watching your expressions! STT is an awesome band!

[@Jimmy2toes4u]

I’ve come to believe I watch your channel for facial expressions more than anything lol you’re very expressive

[@ElizabethKKP]

I love love love love love your reactions!!

[@weebleschneeble7543]

I LOVE seeing how much she loves this

[@gregwendt7172]

Hi Elizabeth, I really like your reactions. They’re priceless. For me, this is part of what sets you apart from others. Plus, I trained in classical voice (tenor). I practiced while singing along with Pavarotti tapes. Merry CHRISTmas!!! Try the Pentatonix version also. Matt Sallee sings the bass line.

[@amandaandersson5562]

Love Small Town Titans version of this song ❤️

[@michelleseratte9730]

His voice through this whole song gives me goosebumps on my goosebumps. ❤️❤️❤️

[@mudcatgrizz]

If you pay close attention you can see the exact moment a mop and bucket was first needed!

[@greglux8317]

They did a nice rendition of Johnny Cash's Folsom County Blues too!

[@xtravagentk1275]

Holy shit, I didn't know you reacted to this. I remember when this first came out, wanting a bunch of people to react to it. I'm glad you've done it. If I recall, I'm pretty sure the vocalist is a vocal coach as well.

[@kylethompson6679]

Yes he is

[@ImAlsoMerobiba]

I just heard this on the radio and instantly wondered if you had reacted to it, or heard it. I'm so glad you have!

[@roygarrett1663]

After watching this over and over, I have to reply again at Christmas time 2023. Yours is my all time favorite reaction to this song. I enjoy all your reactions. Spot on and Merry Christmas from a random Joe from Tennessee.

[@Gargantax]

If you like this one, another of theirs that’s amazing is Hunger Strike. Originally by Temple of the Dog. They had Matt James from Blacktop Mojo sing on it as well, so two fantastic singers.

[@scottfecteau5014]

Absolutely!!!!

[@amandabernheisel9557]

I love that version of Hunger Strike

[@r6TrdSlow]

I was wondering when you’d get to this one haha. You’ll enjoy it. Can’t wait to see you’re reaction

[@logankerlee]

Oh my gosh, that was so much fun to listen to! Thank you so much for choosing to watch this on here. :)

[@KageKeeper]

I've watched numerous reaction videos to this song (Small Town Titans are amazing), and yours was by far the best. Your genuine reactions to this song was such a joy to watch.

[@Thiefofalways23]

Glad to see you got your Devin Townsend-inspired octopus!

[@TheCharismaticVoice]

Krakino is a part of the family now.

[@BigDirty1991]

I almost messaged you yesterday telling you to react to this and here this is. I'm so ready. 😆

[@HighPhilosophy]

Love watching you melt over the music, very heartening.

[@carlclouseriii8519]

Seen these guys many times over the years locally as they are from my area. They are really good live

[@Robalogot]

I would love to see a reaction to one of my favorite country performances ever: Chris Stapleton - Tennessee Whiskey (Austin City Limits Performance)

[@jeffklock5516]

They have a song called Dragonlfly (I think) that was about the lead singer's mom passing away that is very moving.

[@KCxStrange]

I love how excited you get! I can really tell you love what you do :)

[@Ashaliel]

It is so adorable to watch you geeking out over something. This is awesome.

[@mutatedart]

Crazy to see a local band on here from PA. Vocals done well, wish the guitars were recorded better.

[@PetParadiseVB]

The octave is too artifacty... I get it