SO SPOOKY!!! | Monster Mash - Geoff Castellucci | Acapella Reaction and Analysis

[@Juilene1965]

That is Kathy, Geoff's wife. She's appeared in at least 2 other videos: She was in Voiceplay "Daddy Sang Bass" and was also one of the gossipy girls in "Boy Bands in 5 Minutes". If you watch this back carefully you will see her flinch when he hits that low note LOL. I've already watched about 20 reactions to this...I am surprised nobody has commented on the hearbeat tone at the beginning. It really set the ambiance for the song

[@ljk5464]

I noticed the heartbeat in a heartbeat 💓. Yes, yes I did just say that. LOL!

[@lauragraves4342]

@@ljk5464 Aorta slap you lolol!! 😆😆😆

[@ljk5464]

Oh, I caught onto the heart beat within the first couple of beats 💓. I heard only one response that also heard it. Plus, the knee flinch was a "dead" giveaway that she was there. 😆 I also had realized the three other Geoffs were Dracula, Wolfman and the Monster from the beginning.

[@Arachnia_Sea]

There's Frankenstein's chain clink as well that is subtle as well

If I wanted to watch a video without pauses and comments I could just go to Geoff's page and listen to it again there. Its the reactions and comments that are great with these kind of videos! Very enjoyable video :)

[@heathervona7883]

I agree...Well said...I think I've watched 5 or 6 different reactors and they all react uniquely and pick up different things....

[@bjspeck4337]

This was my first exposure to Geoff Castellucci in Oct 21 since Monster Mash is my favorite Halloween song, I had to listen. Then I had to listen to everything else the man had done, followed by VoicePlay, followed by Pentatonix as well. What a revelation. I go to the reactors channels to watch you all enjoy this incredible work. Sometimes it multiplies the glee that I feel for these performances. So thank you - and I don't mind if you break in to giggle or enlighten. It all adds. I can go back to VoicePlay and watch it if I need to see and hear it without interruptions.

[@dianethompson6816]

Loving your "sleep deprived, legally drugged up" reaction 😂

[@nightthornkvala94132]

Yeah, Mortius is so cute when he's high.

[@jsharik2466]

Me too! I was sitting here splitting my sides from watching his silliness. So sweet and funny!

[@annelieshoornik]

LOL, I enjoyed your reaction and know how it is. I had muscle relaxers years ago and when they kicked in I was still in pain but had a laughing fit that lasted for 10 days.

[@christinestromberg4057]

Geoff has said elsewhere “Did you pick up on the "la la la" section? It's Bach's toccata and fugue in d minor, just shuffled and swung”. That might interest you. I first watched the patrons only version which was a static wide shot, so we got to see the dancing in its entirety and I laughed from start to finish. Just so hilarious. I've read that the choreography represents the monster strongling. the wolfman slashing, Dracula wrapping his cape around him and also hugging his bat wings around himself. Brilliantly done.

[@AbuMaia01]

I had assumed the choreography was the Monster or Zombie, then Wolfman, then Dracula, then The Mummy.

[@rcslyman8929]

It's really difficult to make that connection if you aren't tipped off to it, because of the pacing. Not to mention that lightness of the "La La La"s as opposed to a pipe organ. Once you hear it, though...

[@DennisKovacich]

Also, the piano bit at the end is “Für Elise.”

[@bjspeck4337]

@@DennisKovacich Yes it is but BADLY out of tune. Ack!

[@DennisKovacich]

@@bjspeck4337, actually, I’d say it was rather mildly out of tune. I’ve heard, and played, pianos that were MUCH more out of tune than that.

[@jsharik2466]

Oh Mortius, you just made my night watching your “sleep deprived, legally drugged up” antics here. It is so endearing that I sat here dying and splitting my sides!

[@ljk5464]

Mortius, I got a kick out of your silliness! When you go back and watch it, notice that the "creatures" are Dracula, Wolfman (guess he has fleas, LOL!) and the Monster. The dance starts out as a single movement and each time the chorus is sung, the creatures add a new movement to it. Also at the end, the Monster does the "floss" dance. There is so much going on that I have to watch it repeatedly to get everything that he's doing. Did you notice the beat of the heartbeat throughout the song? This is actually the second take of the video. Apparently, the first take was more like the horror film genre with the makeup. This take was done when he and his wife (yes, that IS his wife) were sleep deprived and Geoff said he was feeling more 'like dead' than alive during this session. DEFINITELY a keeper of this song in my Spooky 👻 Playlist!

[@georgeannec3444]

Seated Geoff is orchestrating every bone crack and the yell. Just watch him closely

[@lorrieriddle2211]

I love how the "wolfman" version of Geoff is "scratching @ fleas" occasionally & also doing the cha cha throughout & the "stongling" monster does the "floss" dance @ the end whilst the Dracula version of Geoff does the style like he's back in the middle ages & asking for the dance. LOVE LOVE LOVE this Geoff vid (or should I say Vlad???) LOL

[@alexwalker8440]

Yes, that's Kathy, Geoff's wife. She used to be a performer too. If you watch closely, you'll see her twitch when Geoff hits some lows! 🤯👀🔥 Every time you watch this, you'll find new little details, Geoff's arrangement is so creative!!! This is now my fav Geoff solo!!! 💗💗💗👻 I love your "sleep deprived, legally drugged up" reaction 🤣🤣

[@lorrieriddle2211]

I second that emotion. LOL. From one legally drugved person to another, Mortius go ahead on with the silliness. Absolutely NOTHING wrong with it. It's good to be silly from time to time!

[@bootlegger8818]

Ok, your disclaimer at the beginning of the video made me want to watch it even more LMAO 🤣. This was the funnest reaction I've seen from you. Buddy, some people just want to have fun 😉

[@mdswish]

This isn't Geoff's lowest forward-facing note. For that you'll hve to check out Voiceplay's newly released cover of the Halo theme. LOVED this song and what Geoff did with it. His wife Kathy was the woman in the video. She did the makeup for it too. Outstanding work all around! Enjoyed your reeaction Mortius! Even with the sleepy, painkiller-induced silliness :D

[@officialmortius]

By forward-facing, I mean at the front of the arrangement. While he does go lower in halo, it’s buried in harmonies, not front and center like this one :) But thank you for the compliments on the video, I’m glad everyone enjoyed!

[@AbuMaia01]

@@officialmortius I don't know, that B0 he drops in Halo is pretty much out on its own before the others come in with the harmonies.

[@lazaren5632]

The low note IS a D1, but he also hits a B0 solo in teh opening of the Halo theme that's solo.

[@brennanlangless8912]

The crunching/cracking sound is probably a stick of celery from what one of my friends tells me

[@Toblies]

Sorry to hear about your back pain. :-( . And you had some good descriptions and observations in there... and if you can't be a bit silly from time to time (chemically augmented or no) then what's the point. By all means have fun.

[@billparrish4385]

The 4 dance moves represent the 4 Universal classic monsters: Arms reaching to the front (Frankenstein's monster), elbows back, hands palm up, fingers curled into claws (Wolfman), arm in front of face as if a cape is hanging from it (Dracula), arms crossed over (the Mummy).

[@Broomrider1492]

Geoff had a chorographer for his amazing moves. Kathy his wife is the screaming dead lady on the couch.

[@mrschappy8138]

The loopy Mortius is quite entertaining LOL! As for "this isn't normal, don't leave me", dude, that just made you more personable, it was great!

[@CynicalTesuji]

"Did you pick up on the "la la la" section? It's Bach's toccata and fugue in d minor, just shuffled and swung."- Geoff Castellucci, first reply to the pinned comment on the video. Yep, that's Kathy. She's usually behind the camera, the production manager for all of VoicePlay and Geoff's video's. She also had a cameo (along with the other wives, and Earl's husband) in Boybands in 5 Minutes, and the families all appeared in Daddy Sang Bass. And no worries about the drugged and sleepy reaction. Lots of pausing, sure, but I never found that to be a problem. It's a reaction video, after all. And everybody's been loopy at some point; it's all fine.

[@DennisKovacich]

Also, the piano bit at the end is “Für Elise.”

[@Starrynightdiner]

This was a 9.5 on the Mortius giggle scale.

[@debbieholoquist2059]

This was a fun reaction. And you didn't disappoint when she screamed! I also didn't see her until that scream -- and did exactly what you did, going back to see if she'd been there all along. It's amazing how much we can look at but still not see until it screams at us.

[@cathryntruebloood3913]

Thank you for sharing yourself, your time, and your reactions. You brightened my day as always and make me smile. Thank you for persevering even though you were not feeling well. This world is better because you are a part of it.

[@paragamer85]

*guys start singing* Geoff’s face: Umm, I’m trying to READ here! *key change* Geoff’s face: ok I guess I’m done reading because CLEARLY this is happening… 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@sisterseeker1]

I think you were very good and respectful to letting everyone know this was not your usual reaction I hope you have watched it again when the medicine is not blocking you so you could really enjoy all the little things you might of missed.

[@eelectron9582]

You have nothing to apologize for! We all have to deal with our our own personal medical issues, thank you for posting this despite your own fears. A great reaction as always!

[@chillneophite8863]

Alex Walker was right, if you watch Geoff's wife, she twitches when he hits those really deep notes.

[@billparrish4385]

The Wolfman in the middle, at the end there was scratching at 'für elise'.... :)

[@myopiniondoesntmatterh9073]

I thought you were adorable before, but this silly, goofy, delirious, and drugged quo side of you is both adorable and hilarious! I'll rewatch when I'm in a bad mood and need to cheer up.

[@jackalope2u]

The Choreography of the dancing Geoffs is Frankenstein, Wolfman, Dracula, then The Mummy. I think Kathy is supposed to be Bride of Frankenstein.

[@sephiesinging7734]

yesssssssss!!! I love spooky season and LOVE your nails!! I'm jealousssss. Also, I love that you pause a lot. It's a reaction video so you're supposed to. I love everything about your reactions and I love that you're silly in this one! People really shouldn't be mean about the pausing because THATS WHAT A REACTION IS!! If they don't wanna see pausing then they should watch the actual video :)

[@MiladyMacabre]

I showed Geoff's Monster Mash to my grandchildren today (they loved it, of course). Tonight, we went to an outdoor Hallowe'en light display event and one of the songs was the original version of the song. Both kids didn't like it - they wanted Geoff back LOL I hope you've gotten a bit of relief from your chronic pain with your medication. I just downed my own muscle and pain meds. Thanks for the delightful reaction video.

[@logancasselman153]

Them kids know what's good

[@sephiesinging7734]

at 11:15 it looks like you can see there is going to be a low note so you kinda get the suspisious look on your face then get super happy. at 11:18 it happens again. then once more a 11:21 I love it😂😂

[@officialmortius]

Yep, that is absolutely correct 😂

[@sephiesinging7734]

@@officialmortius OH MY GOD I DIDN'T EXPECT YOU TO REPLY!! Wow!! thank you

[@jolene5232]

I really enjoyed this reaction because the bones "eww'ed" me out too and you laughed more seeming to enjoy the performance more, besides..... it's YOUR channel and your allowed to react however at the time ;-) It was cute and I enjoyed Mrs. Mortius when she was on too!

[@venus5019]

This is one of those pieces have to watch a few times to catch ALL of the nuances. At some point(s): The left Geoff (vampire) flossed his teeth, The right Geoff (Igor/mummy?) is doing the floss dance The middle Geoff (wolfman) is scratching at his hair Clearly one sees that Geoff was a 'pop' dancer in his youth. Can see him doing the popping while dancing which helps to create the animated look. The three break their necks with the sounds and singing backgrounds at different angles. The one supposedly breaks his hip while swaying The right end being Igor/mummy's hands & neck aren't in alignment at times Meanwhile, Kathy is lying on the couch reacts (twitches) when Geoff hits the low notes. Something happened that the original video got messed up. Geoff had a professional makeup artist make him up in great detail for the wolfman, vampire & Igor/mummy. Because last minute fix, couldn't arrange to get him back. It was last minute to get it out for the deadline. Kathy (his wife) did the makeup for all of his characters. She also did the scream & danced with him. If didn't know supposed that, it still was a good job. At first, because I had heard the original numerous times over the years, it was difficult for me to embrace the melody & accompaniment. Then watching the movements it got easier as if it began a totally different song. (FYI: Unsure if you knew Geoff worked at Disney & Universal growing up in the Orlando area doing singing & 'voices').

[@tracysimmons6963]

Yes that is Kathy Geoffs wife she also done the make up

[@tracyz9155]

Thanks for pressing on but, yeah, this was very different but humorous. I am hoping you feel a bit better now. Take care. I do enjoy your reactions.

[@cyndisanimaladventures6370]

Oh you are too cute!!!!!!!! I haven't had so much fun watching a reaction than I had watching this. Yes that is his wife Kathy. This is one funny video.

[@Drake844221]

You know what... I don't have any problems with you being sleep-deprived and on a muscle relaxer. For this song, I'll 100% allow it XD

[@sebastianaugusthy5648]

Best reaction to this song i have seen so far

[@heathervona7883]

When main Geoff is dancing with his wife, Igor Geoff (far right) is flossing...... I was like #253....Dislikes 6.....We love to watch you in any capacity.....I love your overreactions.....

[@seanofl]

Don't apologize for having fun. This is supposed to be fun. And it's a fun song. Hopefully people are here for your personaility as much as anything else. Keep having fun!

[@bradyanselmi]

You didn’t pause as much as some other reactors I’ve seen. You’re good lol

[@GodSponge]

Honestly you paused it less that some other reactors I watch! Silly is fine with me. :D Always enjoy your content.

[@sandym6760]

Thanks for the heads up about the loopiness ... It made watching you funnier, rather than leaving me scratching my head wondering what was going on ;) Don't worry, we all can get loopy when we're tired, even WITHOUT the pain pills, LOL LOVED watching your Reaction!

[@tracysimmons6963]

I loved your reaction to this, it was great keep it up lol

[@SWyatt19]

I think you being all loopy made it better haha!!!! Love your videos man always puts a smile on my face seeing your reactions

[@certifiedpickle3219]

I love your energy in all your videos. Puts more spice in the vid! 😂💖

[@sharonmortimer3843]

Yes that is Geoff's wife, I believe she helped with the choreography. You are absolutely hysterical in this one. Enjoyed watching your reaction to this.

[@tomasjallen]

Correct, that is Geoff's wife Kathy. Fun reaction!

[@xeanayafoxzelaine9002]

This was ABSOOLUUUTELY adorable, fun and entertaining to watch. Never saw any of your other reactions, but I would totally not mind seeing another reaction like this. It is close to child aah and wonderment. Also, since you liked this sooo much, i recommend sixteen tons by geoff, and other voiceplay covers like "oohey boogey" and "my mother once told me".

[@officialmortius]

Welcome to the channel, and thank you for the love! My mother told me was actually the first video I ever did, go find it and check it out!

[@xeanayafoxzelaine9002]

@@officialmortius sorry was looking in playlist and didnt see it. when i have moment, i will do so.

[@DnDAddictUK]

This is a genius reaction to a fun song. Love this Mortius!

[@debbieholoquist2059]

Looking forward to this one -- 23 seconds in and you're already giggling. I can't wait to see how you react to her scream!

[@TheCaveman46]

The opening is Geoff's take on Bach's "Toccata and Fugue".

[@christineschutten248]

As sleepy as you are, your the only one to comment on the tone when he says " the zombies were having fun"? That always makes me laugh cause he's not sure if they are having fun. Like maybe they are and maybe they aren't.

[@edithdavis2848]

Hope your back feels better in the morning. Didn't mind the reaction at all, at least you were not feeling the pain.

[@battyaddy7512]

I know this reaction was a long time ago, but I missed it, apparently. And let me just say...I love your reactions even more, now. Dude. Your channel is amazing.

[@officialmortius]

Thank you so much! It’s extra special to me when someone finds and enjoys one of my older reactions, really makes me feel like I’m leaving something good behind with these, as opposed to just plugging along week by week :)

[@battyaddy7512]

@@officialmortius 😊 I always appreciate you! No matter when I hear your reaction!

[@embran8486]

Indeed Geoff's wife (his make-up artist in this clip) and has one son. Maybe check out the early song Daddy Sang Bass (Johnny Cash cover). Partners and kids of Voiceplay members show up during the end including Geoff's one year old son. kzbin.info/www/bejne/a5Orn614otyjsMk

[@amandalask]

So much fun. I really enjoyed watching your reactions. Please do more later night "drugged up" reactions. Silly you is just as entertaining as serious you

[@Wildecat10]

From the very first time I saw this on Patreon, my reaction was giggling. You just started a little sooner than usual. But it was a fun reaction. By the way, if the cracking sound effects bothered you, you’ll want to be completely awake and drug-free for VoicePlay’s new Halloween video!

[@bar9092]

I love this video! Very fun. Don't be discouraged by the chronically, creepily, caustic critics among us! This was a nice dive into silliness, and your silliness matched the subject matter. This video is the one that finally convinced me to subscribe.

[@hlbjazz]

I love your reactions. No hate comments - ever! Enjoy! You are so knowledgeable - and I'm sorry for your pain. :-)

[@reflexxuns4065]

Lol! Amazing reaction! Yes, yes and yes this video was so much fun to watch!

[@QueenKim29]

You legally drugged up reaction is VERY familiar to me. Muscle relaxers are my best friend/enemy. Lol Great reaction

[@sunnysidesofblue]

I think "somewhat loopy" is the perfect state to be in for experiencing this performance. XD

[@DravenGal]

One of the best reactions! Fun and silly like the song!

[@creationsbychancecan]

OMG - LOL. I have tried operating on muscle relaxers while working late on some computer work, with almost the same results as you are experiencing. Still love when you get the giggles and must break. ☺️

[@lindabalas5352]

I'm surprised you didn't mention that the choreography includes the repeated movements of Frankenstein, Wolfman, Dracula, and the Mummy, This is repeated a several times and is pretty cool.

[@dorisdonnell8791]

I absolutely love this reaction! It makes me laugh, and it is part of your charm when you giggly-squeal like the rest of us! 🤣

[@merlin3041]

I love how when Mortius says "I don't like that." Geoff is just smiling like "Yeah you do."

[@sephiesinging7734]

Yes by the way. That is Geoffs wife, Kathy. Shes been in a few videos. She was in VoicePlays "Daddy Sang Bass" with their son, William

[@totoro123]

May not be normal, but I liked it! Great fun reaction for a great fun cover.

[@trishaurvan9439]

The new VoicePlay has J None back! Super creepy and awesome. Friends On The Other Side

[@elsie8757]

Oh man, I'm glad I'm not the only one who didn't see Kathy until she popped up and screamed! xD When that happened, I had the exact same reaction as you did, just "WHAT?? Where the heck did you come from, were you there the whole time??"

[@allenfortenberry9924]

I always get strong beach boys style vibes during certain parts of this video

[@dianethompson6816]

Yes ,it's Geoffs wife 😊

[@ChronicGoblinQueen]

If you love Geoff Castelluci, you'll love Avi Kaplan's On The Rise, it's got loads of those delicious bass hums

[@philmicrakin6088]

Haha I absolutely loved this reaction

[@lkreinmiller-author]

Someone said he hit a D zero twice in Halo. You laughing had me laughing! 😂😂😂👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@DravenGal]

I believe it was actually a B0 in Halo, but I could be wrong.

[@Silverwing2112]

Not only was she there the whole time but she twitches a few times before waking up. Also that's Geoff's wife Kathy.

[@campybear]

This was a good one to be drugged up for. Good choice!

[@bradcwikla3099]

That is Geoff's wife Kathy. It is always great when the artist can have their spouse involved.

[@hollyprudom671]

Best reaction ever... Loved it!!!!!

[@charmainehudson7660]

Great reaction Mortuis this is a excellent cover from Geoff. If they give you attitude for pausing all the time screw them I love you. Love from Australia.

[@renefrijhoff2484]

That low one was indeed a D1 and yes, the woman was there the whole time, she is his wife Kathy.

[@brendaswolfe1435]

I have severe chronic pain and I feel for you. Some days are just awful. However you were happy and so much fun. Ignore the haters. You actually didn't pause that much and you really were fun. You also pointed out a few things I had missed like the fact that she had been there the whole time! Lol. Make his line "oh good. You're awake." Make so much more sense. Whew. And I watched it recently on a good day and missed it. 🤣

[@ITDOESNTHAVETOMAKESENSE]

Oooh, loopy Mortius. I'm here for it.

[@BlndNnja]

That was a really cool Intro thing. The necktie and mortius thing, that was awesome. Did you make it yourself? If you did, Mad Props Man!

[@lizlilliman3644]

As a fellow pain sufferer, I recognise that doing something after your late night meds. Yes it's his wife, I think she did the make up too for this. They have a baby boy, they appear in voice plays daddy sing bass.

[@Iansco1]

Yes. That is Kathy. His wife. She did the makeup

[@pauldunn5955]

Love the background.

[@wbftfrk]

Best Reaction Ever!!!

[@abbynormal4740]

Aww, I ❤ loopy, sleep deprived Mortius! You absolutely made my likewise sleep deprived night! 😁😂

[@megaroid9817]

Lol at 10:13 he does a second subharmonic f#1 then it goes to a third subharmonic b0 back to f#1 then first subharmonic c#2 then c#3 Wich is the fundamental that is insane

[@marine7443]

It's a G1in chest Mortius.

[@drakethedragon3164]

Sleep-deprived, legally drugged up Mortius is adorable.

[@exhaustedphobia9304]

That D1 literally broke him 💀

[@Daehawk]

thats Geoff's wife yes and she did all the makeup.

[@quiltie1774]

I like drugged Mortius! He’s funny! Sorry you have the chronic pain.

[@juliemonarch7364]

Takes barbershop quartet to a new level!

[@ginawever6016]

I loved this comment video😊 had a lot of fun😁💚🌹

[@ginanowell8842]

Check out Hoist the Colors!!!

[@officialmortius]

I already did! Go check the channel! :)