"Don't Worry Baby" (Beach Boys Cover) by Foxes and Fossils, Reaction/Analysis by Musician/Producer

[@HeidiDenoble]

The lead singer has such an incredible voice. Would love to hear her do some Carpenters covers.

[@jarrodmcdermott9109]

That lead vocalist is a gorgeous babe❤

[@rgoers]

That would be Maggie. FYI she just got married this last November.

[@oldprankster7606]

With F&f, what you hear is truly what you get.

[@markstokes1401]

Never have I seen a bad cover by Foxes and Fossils.

[@larryward569]

The lead girl singer kills this!! Amazing group! Thank you for doing these videos. Please keep doing them. Love it!!!

[@lynwessel2471]

Maggie (Adams) Preston lead singer

[@larryward569]

@@lynwessel2471 thank you for letting me know her name. She has such a pretty tone to her voice and amazing control. It’s almost like she was made for this song. Thank you again.

[@lynwessel2471]

@@larryward569 You're welcome! Yes such a beautiful voice. Tim had heard her sing in church and school since age 7. Without hesitation she agreed to join this project with Sammie in what was going to be a one -off fun winter concert in 2010, but here they are still doing it in 2024.

[@markfarley671]

One of my most memorable experiences was driving with my daughter from Houston to Atlanta during the holidays of 2022 (thanks to Southwest Airlines meltdown...had tickets to fly but flights kept canceling) to hear this fantastic band perform live. It was the treat of treats to hear this live. It is a rare moment indeed when they perform live. If you ever have the chance to see them live, move mountains to get to where they are playing. It is truly "Ear Candy".

[@pepevisedo7304]

F&F is a magnificent band doing classic standards, especially those that are rich in vocal harmonies. This song by The Beach Boys is in the top ten of the best by the band of the Wilson, of course. And F&F nail it.

[@usmapiper88]

This is my favorite cover by F&F The harmonies and Maggie's lead are flawless. I listen to this when I'm stressed at work. Cures the blues every time!

[@lynwessel2471]

2:08 Watch young Chase's expressions having so much fun singing this song from before even her parents time...

[@justabeachbum4456]

I am a HUGE beach boy fan and always just love them. Foxes and Fossils are awesome! What a great job! Kudos to all.

[@lynwessel2471]

Vocal tracks are recorded individually, (Maggie will often record her vocal track in her home studio in Nashville.Scott and now Ross's bass track is sent from Virginia). If the singers are able to come to the studio when Maggie's in Atlanta,they will video a couple songs singing around the mic while listening to the mixed recording. The musicians record audio and video simultaneously, individually when they come in.Tim will have John come in and record drum tracks for about 4 songs using variable speed click track to get the subtle tempo changes of the original, then build the songs over time as individual members have time to record. He is usually juggling production of 4 or 5 songs at once in various stages from early to nearly finished . (Tim thought he retired once)

[@StrateleStudios]

Oh wow great info, thank you! 👏👏👏

[@lynwessel2471]

​@@StrateleStudiosYou're welcome, enjoying your reactions!

[@jthomas5722]

It was always unbelievable to me that they could sing *that* well together. Now I know why! They *do* track individually. (A little disappointing, to be honest. I mean, they're great! But less stratospherically incredible than I had previously believed.)

[@lynwessel2471]

@@jthomas5722 They rarely have all 3 women available to record in studio at the same time so they couldn't do that most of the time anyway. They finally have 2 of them back within an hours driving time.Tim explained how they were doing it in the comments shortly after they started posting studio recordings and other times since then. At least they're actually singing when they do it...

[@marvinmattingly1503]

@jthomas5722 Go back and watch their old videos. They always sang well together live in a parking lot with cars going by! They are just flat-out good. No pitch correction/Autotune. They only started doing the separate recordings due to logistics after the girls went to college.

[@lavenderbluemama953]

Beautiful rendition, loved it. It's good to know that Brian's lovely harmonies will live on. It's funny how even in another artist's cover, Brian's voice still echoes in my mind. There's nothing quite like that Brian Wilson wail. If I remember correctly, Brian wrote this song for Ronnie Spector of The Ronettes, but Phil wouldn't let her record it. She later recorded it when she was no longer under his control. On YT, you can hear her version & also I've seen a short clip of a much older Brian doing a radio interview (I think) & the DJ plays her version for Brian. His awe at hearing her finally sing the song he wrote for her is a joy to see. I think there's also a clip even later where Ronnie talks about it with Brian or thanks him? If I've misrepresented anything here, please forgive me. I'm a huge Brian Wilson fan & went through a phase where I immersed myself in his music, biographies, movies, & YT footage all in one go, but it's been at least 5 years ago & my memory isn't what it used to be, lol.

[@stevepoorman9289]

Jeff, Your channel is gold. Your passion for music connects with those of us that are deeply touched by great musicianship. There is something deeply spiritual about harmony, timbre, rhythm, etc. Thank God for the gift of music Thankyou, Thankyou, Thankyou for being a great steward of this gift. I don’t take it for granted.

[@StrateleStudios]

Steve, my brother, thank you for your kind words and your passion for music! Yes, this is what’s makes getting up in the morning all worth it! 😃👏🫶

[@jananduncan7153]

great review...would love to see you review Telling Me Lies...these girls do it better than the original artists!

[@moonlitpearl700]

They are fantastic. Love their renditions. Thank you

[@maryannarep]

Ralph i love this beach boys tune!!

[@chuckk377]

No pitch correction here!

[@RobertoDiAguiar]

Realy good

[@deantait8326]

I think there’s only one better version of this song. A collaboration of the Beach Boys with lead vocals by Lori Morgan…. That one is absolutely amazing and mesmerizing

[@garykellam5596]

You're a cool guy. I really enjoy your remarks and responses to the great music of the times and especially wonderful cover groups like F&F.

[@StrateleStudios]

Thanks Gary, I’m glad you enjoy it! 😊

[@georgepozega5267]

Love your reaction videos! Foxes and Fossils have been a favorite of mine since the great Covid shut in days. Another cover band that had a lot of videos you should check out is First to Eleven. They did a cover of “Sweet Cild of Mine” that has had over 62 Million views on KZbin. They also take songs such as the country song “Before He Cheats” and make it more of a rock song. You should check them out sometime and maybe do a reaction video.

[@edmundclark2088]

Wow... this is soooo good!!!!!

[@chuckk377]

Check out the Q&A Interview with Foxes and Fossils

[@manwithumbrella]

Dude, you HAVE to interview Tim Purcell and ask him all the questions you have about his recording process. Please get in touch with him and make it happen.

[@lynwessel2471]

Tim has done several "making of" series and other recording techniques videos on patreon. They provide extra content for those giving the most financial support. Most of the basics have been described in the comment sections of the videos. What would you like to know?

[@JT-wn7wb]

Memories of a different world. No not perfect but these tunes made us love!! Thank you for sharing such wonderful track.

[@rgoers]

I am not really sure myself about whether they actually sing around the mic or just video that way. Tim loves to use separate mics especially when performing live as that is how he controls the noise. I do know he doesn't do pitch correction. He has spoken about Sammie having perfect pitch and how her high pitched voice has a tendency to sound louder then she really is so I suspect they might be individually mic'd.

[@lynwessel2471]

Vocals are recoded individually and they video while singing along to the finished recording. If they can they wait and do several group sing videos when Maggie is in town. Dont Worry Baby was one of the original 7 they worked on that first labor day weekend 2019.

[@rgoers]

@@lynwessel2471 I figured you would know that - but how do you get your info?

[@lynwessel2471]

​@@rgoersI've read every original comment in the history of channel.And remember the important ones. Tim explains things occasionally. The making of videos on patreon have gone into more detail.

[@rgoers]

@@lynwessel2471 Yes, I've watched those but I'll be darned if I can remember all of that!

[@jimwebster7317]

My favorite childhood group. My first concert, first 45 record, Surfer Girl. The Greatest composer Brian Wilson. America's band!!! Thank you. Jeff :))

[@richardtodd7295]

#1 rating? 9 out 0f 10! Modern recording using the internet is incredible! Look at Accent, a 6 singer vocal group located all over the world, recording, acappela, with a small group, with a big band, with Arturo Sandoval, the work involved is incredible and we get the benefit! Keep the F&F videos coming.

[@wheater5]

Jeff, your obvious pleasure at listening to F&F singing makes me happy, too. I don’t play any instruments and don’t read music but I know good musical talent when I hear it. I’m glad you agree with my opinion!

[@chikinawk844]

Well here’s some currency for you, I love your reactions. It’s obvious to us that you are a true professional. Thank you for doing this.

[@StrateleStudios]

Hahahahaha you’re awesome, thank you! (You made me laugh out loud) 😄

[@LarryWascak]

I always enjoy listening to Foxes and Fossils... their harmonies are just super. I've always been a big fan of Beach Boys and their amazing harmonies. This brought back memories of the Beach Boys Stars and Sripes album where they did all the background harmonies and had different popular singers of the time sing a song of theirs. Lorrie Morgan did Don't Worry Baby and Willie Nelson did The Warmth of the Sun..... both were and are unbelievable... check out the videos of this super album. kzbin.info/www/bejne/eH-ZgWuLhNGUm5o

[@lavenderbluemama953]

I completely agree. I liked the Stars & Stripes collaborations, because it brought The Beach Boys back into the studio together to work with the country artists. Studio footage of the boys together is rare & it was fun to see them working together again. Carl was still alive at that point, although Dennis had already passed. Rest in peace dear Dennis & Carl. Timothy B. Schmit did a beautiful version of Caroline, No with the Beach Boys adding new background harmonies. If you have a chance to see the Stars & Stripes video, it is priceless for the behind the scenes studio footage. My favorite part is when Mike tries to tell Willie Nelson how he should sing Warmth of the Sun! And of course Brian laughs at Mike, just like old times! 😂

[@cindyenglert.az51]

Love them!

[@peterg219]

Beautiful rendition... thanks guys/ girls. Classic ending, how does one fade that out? Thanks Jeff. Cheers from Sydney, AU.

[@lynwessel2471]

Tim faded it out on the album.

[@deantait8326]

Perfect song, perfectly preformed! Ahhh ❤

[@mac2920]

I started following this band in 2018. You have to react to 'Street Player' by them. This group is absolutely incredible. They sound better than some of the originals-hard to believe so much talent and style. Great find.

[@TerryBusch-l8c]

Don't you want to hear them do Good Vibrations?

[@StrateleStudios]

Who wouldn’t?!

[@country4193]

If you like Beach Boys covers, check out ” The Fendertones “ Sloop John B super good

[@jbach4311]

It Is, but the other aren't so much.

[@firstsgtrichard]

Thanks!

[@StrateleStudios]

Thank you!!! ❤️

[@MrStuman8108]

Lori Morgan's version of this is stellar...Beach Boys actually do the harmonization on it

[@richardtodd7295]

I just had to add a link to Accent with Arturo Sandoval with Jeff's reaction. Including Jeff, there are 8 individuals doing all this beautiful music on line, with no auto tune, whatever that is, in the case of the singers, sometimes only having 1 line coming over the headset!!! The result is, IMHO, spectacular. We have come so far from 1 mike, and a reel to reel tape recorder. kzbin.info/www/bejne/jZbOaZKpm8SlftUsi=wQBX2hOJnEXC-fwH.

[@AlanGowdy]

Hey Jeff is that a real studio in your intro. Alan from Scotland. By the way love your videos.

[@StrateleStudios]

Definitely not, it was generated in MidJourney.

[@howieharkema8576]

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