Music Teacher Reacts: DISTURBED - Sound Of Silence (Live)

[@rileyblue7392]

David comes from a long line of famous Jewish Cantors. He was being trained in his youth to become one. I guess his heart belonged to a different style of music. He was born to sing this song. Thank you David!!!!

[@Marsh53172]

Thanks....my gut feeling is theres training there

[@lainalopez3212]

I had no idea he came from a family of famous Cantors! I first heard, and then learned, this song when I was just seven (1964) by the best singing nun we ever had at my Catholic school..it brought me to tears then and David has brought me to tears once again with his beautiful rendition of this classic 1960’s song!

[@davidowens8336]

Don’t mention it!

[@marymcsoley4071]

❤

[@loriprice1518]

Amen!!

[@photobyhe]

The vocal fry was added to add to the power and anger of the message. Wake up, people!!! Start listening and break the silence. Great react as always.

[@ironbutterfly6835]

I’ve read the growl was his signature . Love it

[@LeNaInLoVe]

I always liked the original by Simon & Garfunkel, but never paid attention to the lyrics. Fast forward almost 5 decades, along comes Disturbed and David Draiman with their version, and it DEMANDS me to listen! The BEST version of this song by far

[@pattischeuerman6920]

Exactly same for me, what David does for the lyrics brings it all together for me. The power of the words finally comes through in this version. Paul Simon agrees!

[@LeNaInLoVe]

@@pattischeuerman6920

[@xheralt]

I would call this neck-and-neck with the Pentatonix cover; same degree of musicality and depth, theirs is simply a slightly different interpretation.

[@judythompson8227]

I've heard this song now probably 40 times from Disturbed and I get goosebumps every time. ..

[@allisonst.claire2545]

I’ve been listening to, playing and singing this song for 50 years. Disturbed’s version of this song perfectly paints the lyrics for the first time ever. His voice, like the truth, cuts like a knife.

[@juniorjohnson9509]

Paul Simon has always hated covers of his tunes. But after hearing this one, he actually called David to thank and congratulate him, and then linked to it on one of his social media pages. As Paul put it, the Simon and Garfunkel version was the whisper of a warning, and that Disturbed’s version was the anger that the warning was not heeded.

[@debistover7718]

Agree!!!

[@franknisi1998]

The original a warning. David's version a reproach.

[@allisonst.claire2545]

@@franknisi1998 Precisely. I never thought of it in those terms, but you’re spot on.

[@therealmagicpant]

This is the only song I watch voice coach/music teachers reaction to. The power behind his voice in this song brings the goosebumps. Btw, thank you for what you do. Teachers are underappreciated. Stay safe.

[@tarjaikola]

I used to only watch reactors react to an a cappella country group singing r&b.. that is Home Free singing Boys ll Men’s End Of The Road. You might find that entertaining as well😉

[@therealmagicpant]

@@tarjaikola oh that's a great song. I'll check it out. If you wanna hear some unbelievable vocals in country check out Colter Wall - "The Devil Wears a Suit and Tie" or "Kate McCannon". My jaw dropped when he started singing. There's also a man named John Moreland, great voice, powerful lyrics. If you check him out I'd recommend "You Don't Care For Me Enough to Cry" or "Tulsa county Stars". I went on a country/bluegrass kick for awhile and stumbled across them.

[@tarjaikola]

@@therealmagicpant I’m not really into country music (altho my favourite band labels themselves to be a country group), but your suggestions were great. Especially Moreland. Thank you! Now you might like this singer-songwriter named Jeffrey East. Beautiful songs. Brighter Stars is one of my favoutites of his. Also Messes is great.. I was in the concert where his live was filmed. I was blown away.

[@misterstinks73]

Yep!! This is the only reaction videos I've watched as well. And I am going to watch each and every one of them, because simply put...I just cannot get enough of this version by Disturbed! Immense respect for this bands talent!

[@therealmagicpant]

@@misterstinks73 yeah, the amount of times I've played this song "Land of Confusion" and "Reason to Fight" by them lately is ridiculous. 😂

[@glendateer9396]

Opera background, one of greatest metal bands of all time...

[@Teresa7087]

For this song Dan Donegan is playing the piano, tho he usually plays lead guitar for Disturbed. The guitar for this song is played by John Moyer, Disturbed's regular bass guitar player..

[@mariewilke-d5y]

John plays base, Jeremy Jayson played the acoustic guitar.

[@ThatGirl-ku5dq]

Another reason why we need to fund music and art in our schools. These guys are great.

[@lesaahrenstein6360]

Paul Simon heard Disturbed version and said that David Draymond oh, I know the last name is spelled wrong I voice text, brought tears to his eyes. Paul Simon said David was meant to sing this song

[@janehalper2388]

Yes, I read that too. Paul said David had made that song his own

[@mariewilke-d5y]

In this performance, the guitar player was not Dan Donegan. He was playing the piano. Jeremy Jayson was playing the guitar.

[@Celebriel82]

Definitely check out the studio version for an amazing visual story. David is an absolute vocal master. Disturb's cover never fails to bring tears to my eyes.

[@shawneedalegrimm9728]

I'm 73 and this song is way over the top for me, first hearing it on the TV show, "The Blacklist." I immediately had to know who sang it and now they have a new, old fan. What an amazing voice and such a great band. Thier video of this is great too. I've listed to the song a thousand times and watched hundreds of critiques. Your critique is the one I most agreed with and I felt you took the words right out of my mouth. I enjoyed watching your face with emotions as you were listening. Thanks!

[@masseysmotivationalmatters]

Pure artistic brilliance that most will never appreciate! Absolutely outstanding performance!

[@otakubancho6655]

I couldn't believe he was down with the sickness at the taping!😆😆😆

[@seanmsw5977]

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[@BitWrecker]

Boooooo. 😅😅😅

[@ThatGirl-ku5dq]

Good one.

[@williamroop451]

If you liked the visuals of this, he has a video performance of it that I'm sure that you'll enjoy. The vocal and instrumental is almost exactly like this one, but the video that they put together for it builds even more tension and drama. Not that you have to react to it, but it is worth a watch.

[@janw491]

Love the video

[@oliviarose5030]

I think the vocal fry was perfectly timed. It showed the frustration of the possibility of what the lyrics warn us about. It shows the anger that we’ve already reached that possibility as a society.

[@tracyjohnson8057]

I could literally put this on repeat and listen to it uninterrupted for and hour or so. That being said, because he sings it so powerfully I think the music video does a better job of adding the visual to the song. Just my opinion.

[@lesaahrenstein6360]

I totally agree. Some songs you have to have the official video because it's like a whole other instrument. Like Enter Sandman Bohemian Rhapsody and Silent Lucidity official video not the acoustic

[@iEditStuf]

You could? I have! xD

[@theresabettle2913]

I totally agree.

[@nightthornkvala94132]

I've done that and it still gives me the chills every time.

[@lrwalters14]

I have put it on repeat, all day.

[@NEMES1-S]

I love watching other people’s reaction to this classic cover. The audience reaction at the end is just the icing on the cake!

[@toniallen1130]

Yes to everything you said! My absolute favorite version!

[@perezynkrs1]

This version is the future that needed to happy David's version speaks the truth in so many ways in this version

[@eriklind8489]

I love this live version. I have heard the studio version and was brought to tears. I was equally moved with this one, and it is more impressive to me to know that he was sick durinv this and still pulled it of. There are some videos out there if David with Myles Kennedy, of Altar Bridge, doing harmonies similar to Simon and Garfunkle

[@alliebauer6236]

I love your reactions because they come with all aspects of music, vocal, instrumental, technique, tone, etc! It comes from someone who just loves music and knows it well!

[@jimbickel4001]

I know it's been a while since you reacted to this. I think it's the best cover ever. It took a 60 year old song from the 60's and made it so incredibly relatable for this generation. Un frickin amazing.

[@MiketheratguyMultimedia]

I love that everyone - EVERYONE - has a visible reaction to this cover within 4 to 10 seconds of David singing. It's like a universal test: If someone does not say something, smile, raise an eyebrow, or otherwise show obvious signs of pleasant surprise, they either don't like the song or, more likely, are just very, very reserved.

[@MaddogJones]

So Draiman was not only upset about being sick but he was also pissed that the sound engineer for The Conan O'Brian Show applied autotune/melodyne to David's vocal. You can just make out the characteristic "pops" ever so slightly here and there but David is such a pro you really have to pay attention to catch it...

[@Raphsody86]

To perform while sick and STILL sound amazing is awesome. He put more grit in this live version so I love it almost better than the recording. Dave is an amazing vocalist and I’m glad ppl realize there’s more there than just the scream/rock version of him.:):)

[@TempleMusicAcademy]

Agreed but I’m also torn. Part of me as a performer is like “great job! The show must go on”. But there’s another part that’s like “oh man! Please don’t damage your voice!” Haha

[@teresafristick1062]

I listen to this sing every day. And also have spent hours watching reactions. One of , if not the most, emotional reaching songs I've ever heard. And growing up in the 70's that's saying alot. What a voice David Draimen has. God gifted. Moves me to tears each time I hear this. As Paul Simon said...Their version was a warning. Disturbeds' version was the aftermath of ignoring it. Maybe so. Gets more true each day.

[@Pilutta100]

Best version ever of this song. Ty, for good reaction. Hugs from Sweden.

[@MisKunimitsuTezuka]

they are a metal band and i love how they did this song. you could hear the ranges of his vocals even when sick

[@JG-cc2yx]

I'm so happy that David is finally being recognized as the great singer that he is! ❤😊

[@DravenGal]

Nice reaction! You should watch the official video version too. You know, I’ve seen this at least 100 times and I still get chills EVERY time.

[@sallyp7645]

I agree! Please watch the video also!

[@bethcaruso5253]

You really need to see their cover video of this, it will blow you away! It really shows the true meaning of the song in such a powerful way.

[@mikelabor7688]

I have watched dozens of reviews of this thing. Yours is excellent. I love your analysis, and find that watching your eyes as you listen, tells me that you are actually listening. Much appreciated!

[@Cecibug1]

I remember the first time I heard this cover. Beautiful

[@lesaahrenstein6360]

The best cover of any song I have ever heard

[@carolinasbeauty]

Alrighty then! I found it...YAY! I haven't even watched yet, but I just know you, like Disturbed, are going to kill it with your reaction! btw, Pentatonix used David Draiman's version for their cover.

[@RobHavemeyer]

I just found your channel and your reactions have added such emphasis and confirmation to the bands and songs I love so much !!! Thank you !

[@jerribradley4419]

Oddly, even though he’s sick, I like this version better than the recording.

[@terrigordon9937]

Me too!

[@ChefMimsy]

It feels more organic to me.

[@brucedickinson12]

was he sick i didnt kno that

[@jc1400]

Agreed, it’s much more dynamic

[@isaiahbangura4421]

@@brucedickinson12 yeah, they added effects and he was so mad

[@christinestromberg4057]

This is a very powerful rendition and very moving. Love it.

[@kevinsantich4179]

David introduces the vocal fry in the areas where the lyrics are most powerful to help accentuate them..... Simon and Garfunkels message was a warning, Disturbed's version was the angry response to ignoring the warning....

[@justlinsu]

Amazing rendition of this song. Not gentle like S&G but raw with passion and just how an angry God would sound if he was trying to give us a message. Brilliant 'reaction' David was awesome.

[@billcasey9672]

What kills me is that the early song ,the S&G, it seemed like there was a chance to save the broken bits of the world. With David's version, it's a train wreck, AND GOD HELP ME, I CAN'T FIX IT, ITS TOO LATE, AND I'M GOING TO SEE THE WORLD BREAK, AND ALL THE PARTS THAT ARE WORTHY OF LOVE WILL BE DESTROYED BY A VAPID, UNWORTHY, CHATTERING, MUFFLED CLOUD, COVERING WHAT WAS REAL, GOOD, AND PURE, WITH THIS... FOULNESS. So, yeah. Awesome song, and my heart is 💔 broken. I am ashes.

[@ruthiewohlforth5464]

David Draiman...a voice to die for! A powerful yet soulful voice that can go from warm baritone to angelic tenor, from clear as a crystal to rasp/distortion/vocal fry and back on a dime. He has a timbre in his voice that I've never heard before.....just hauntingly beautiful and pure tonal properties to it! An awesome talent and obvious training to deliver what he does!! Can sing like an angel or the devil ! Loved your reaction and your take on David's performance. Good job! Try "Deceiver", "The Night", "Indestructible", "The Light" and "Violence Fetish" by Disturbed too.

[@jencoad714]

I can hear cars in the background ... I kept wondering where it was coming from lol... Love Disturbed ❤

[@jerryactrik1901]

Quick note, the guitarist (Dan Donegan) that you're talking about that never believed he was good enough to do solos is actually playing piano here. The guy playing the acoustic guitar in this performance is John Moyer, their bass player.

[@discussdebate]

A 50+ year old song done right by a Heavy Metal Band 5+ years ago!! \m/

[@bethcoussou]

I am normally here for your Home Free reactions, but I have seen this one a few times and had to watch your reaction! I love Disturbed’s covers of this one. (both live and studio) The way he sings it emotes so much and I love when he added the grit (I know you call it vocal fry). It sounds amazing! i love the old classics of 60’s and 70’s, as well as 80’s and 90’s Rock and Alternative music. I loved your take and reaction to this video!

[@stevehughes6627]

I've watched hundreds of reactions and they all love his simplicity

[@johnmorgan7262]

About time. I was waiting for this. And in a White Chapel shirt no less.

[@megankerr297]

Such a great reaction. I could see how much you appreciated this song by your facial expressions

[@1947dd]

It is such an awesome performance and loved your breakdown and discussion of it. I have seen disturbed live twice, but, unfortunately, both were before they recorded this song. Talk to you soon!

[@krydub897]

Great reaction! Love hearing an expert talk about the technical composition which I know nothing about! I just love the band, love the song, love Conan too! :)

[@yaanaallen2303]

For the full drama and chills you need to see their video release, the staging, with David's vocals and the background instruments is epic.

[@catherinedelia9389]

I’m 12:08 o😊

[@kbbeers4274]

I laughed when I saw this posted. No way DJ is doing another Sound of Silence reaction!! I’m so glad you did. Yes, he was sick and against his wishes, some auto tuning. Still amazing and one of my favorite covers (along with PTX lolol).

[@kimberlystark3944]

It's a thing of beauty! Get ready for a religious experience. Moves me to my very soul!

[@StephanieEMT16]

I know this is an old one for you, but I never get tired of seeing David do this song. But I love I can be a music nerd on your channel. I always listen all the way through but then I LOVE when you pick out the details. I do the same and you teach me a lot about catching things I haven’t before. How David was able to sing with those drums right behind him is insane, he must be playing them lightly because those things will knock you out sitting right in front of them when they hit them hard enough lol….. I won’t admit I know that from being a sax player (at the time) and watching the back row of the band get knocked out of their chairs by the sound off of those lol.

[@MsMegF]

The vocal fry adds the intensity to the song that gives it such feeling.

[@John-mh6mi]

Love your reviews your so honest and believable. Thank you...And this performance is off the hook for sure, well done.

[@karentony3397]

Yep wow. Love your reaction. Luv from Australia ❤️🎼❤️🎼

[@deborahclappe108]

I always enjoy your reactions, knowing you come with so much musical knowledge. You have challenged me to listen to music in an entirelybdiffernt way and I have discovered some extremely interesting vocals going on behind the feature performer...thank you! Also, my favorite colour is black 😊

[@tomwalker779]

I memorized this song back in the sixties,love this "follow up " version, first the warning now the "weren't you listening to Paul and Art" the first time??

[@acmeannie]

That was my exact thought, also, when I first heard this last year...at the absolute height of my anger and frustration with what one narcissistic maniac was doing to our country. Yes, Paul and Art tried to warn us...and now here comes David, like a desert prophet full of righteous grief and rage. Will you listen now? Do you not see what is happening? Hand of God Goosebumps every time I hear this!

[@tracyz9155]

I always learn so much about the instruments and vocal when I listen to your reactions. Thanks for the education

[@mindyquinby2079]

In this song, Dan Donnigan is on piano/keys

[@celtzen]

One of the things I love about this version of the song in general is the use of vocal fry/rasp/distortion as an emotional push in the feeling of the song - it implies anger which for this version (I've seen the statement that the original was a warning and this is a reaction about a million times) just works incredibly well. Additionally as an old school Disturbed fan just the control and switch between the fry and the rich melodic serves to really highlight the skill and talent as a singer DD has.

[@larryclark4297]

When Paul Simon heard this song he downloaded it on to his own phone he was so impressed David arranged and produced everything about this he had the flu and he nailed this song

[@SAGE_Dust]

I love this Version ! Best cover I've ever heard 😍 ! Moves the soul. 🤗

[@moirabaker458]

The video of this performance really brings the story to life

[@juniorjohnson9509]

The "fry" is there to convey anger.

[@Seriphina]

The official video is worth a watch as well. The visuals are just stunning!

[@amandajeffers1696]

You should watch the video and react, its stunning

[@dixiefletcher1986]

David’s voice is magnificent!

[@mkphilly]

Best reaction of this, period! And now the words have more meaning.

[@sophiatrinity3339]

He music Fam - lest we NOT forget he literally grew-up solo singing Torah in Temple as his father was the Rabi... Now, that’s musical training for ... Viola ! Soothing, Mighty, Majestic and FILLED with a Soul blazing our humanity. Amen to that!

[@starfireapache]

David has given us a "Battle Cry" with this song to get off our ass and do something about "The growing silence and indifference" we have about not listening to what the world is showing and telling us or die! Please watch his video on this song to see the imagery more clearly of what he is trying to say! David started as a Jewish cantor and is a classically trained musician but he chose to go into heavy metal--a very rebellious switch but so worth it in this song and yes, I am from the Simon and Garfunkel era whose song to me was just a wish for change but this song is more of a dare to change or die!!

[@mandyconway9692]

You should also watch the official video of this cover. It was very well done. The video tells the story along with what he is singing.

[@clairash2004]

I'll second that motion🤚

[@sharonschofield5190]

Absolutely agree!!

[@mariajapon9334]

Cuando se toca y araña el alma humana modificandola se está ante una OBRA MAESTRA. SU VOZZZZ TAN INCREIBLEMENTE ÚNICA MARAVILLOSA E INIGUALABLE NACE DE LO MÁS PROFUNDO DE LOS SENTIMIENTOS. DEBERÍA SER ESCUCHADA EN TODO EL MUNDO. ES MUUUY PODEROSA. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@localnetsolutions]

great cover of one my favorite songs, I especially liked the addition of the vocal fries, lots of good things to say about the whole arrangement

[@rowaineboyd1536]

This performance is incredible, but the official video is AWE-inspiring! He did a great job here with his cold, but damn, the official shows 10x the power and control - well worth watching over and over again. They did a fantastic job on the visuals too, keeping the tone of the lyrics on spot. So glad you enjoyed their performance!

[@tarahill2193]

Great reaction I agree with everything you said. Thanks😊

[@brianhood8827]

Love it that boy can freaking sing wow

[@ilichiregius2884]

One of my favorite covers of this Simon and Garfunkel classic.

[@dharmahopkins4388]

I really loved and appreciated this reaction. I agree with a lot of the people in the comments, if you have the time you should also react to the official video. The video provides a deeper, richer feel to the song. But still, his vocals while he is sick are incredible. Also! Whenever you can, if you would, please react to Macklemore and Donna Missals song Over It (the KZbin greenroom session). I'm really interested in how you would analyze and comment on Donna's vocals in the song.

[@stevek7699]

So funny you're coming to this just now. It was this video that started my pandemic induced exploration of youtube and beyond. From Disturbd's SoS to PTX' version and more (what fun there!), from PTX' cover of "when the party's over" led me to Billie Eilish (words can't even...). Along the way I've "discovered" Aurora Aksnes and Angelina Jordan, and so many others. What a long strange trip it's been. Keep rockin' brother.

[@Lhun-ft6rl]

I loved the version by Disturbed!

[@chriscummings6997]

Great reaction, brother. One day God will want that voice back!!

[@tildarosander1339]

I enjoy this version even more than the video. It shows that he is human. It’s said that he walked off stage angry BUT hear me out, is it possible that he lost his voice after giving his everything? It happened to me on a choir tour when due to sickness I was the only soprano left standing.

[@patriciajohnston8507]

Best cover ever.

[@loriprice1518]

He brought and emphasized the importance of the message of this song which when I was growing up w/Simon & Garfunkel it was like a “folk” song I guess but it never hit me til Disturbed & Mr.David did this performance on Conan he had the flu temps in the 102’s + and still performed show This “re~make” should be listed as the best powerful with Grace and justice to another Artists message hands down! Who would of known nor did I,… they were predicting todays world “tech”shit if I may and must say I was born in 1960 so I have lived, witnessed, learned and had to convert to todays tech world some is great, … but the message here is us as “people” do not embrace “in~person” anything. Eye contact, touch, communication it has a toll on society everyone is looking down not up or around, words are not teaching arms are not reaching~. What’s wrong here? Just don’t have time? Don’t care? Or Just don’t give a Fuck? I have followed Disturbed since they were established been to…10 concerts, plan too see them when they hit Atlanta this yr they TOTALLY ROCK THE HOUSE FISTS IN THE AIR!!! Just a little foot note~David is a trained cantor & Disturbed is noted as 1of 100 all time heavy metals. David is known for respect of others and his family he even takes his piercings out when visiting he was raised with couth!

[@toranfuglseth7049]

One of the greatest voices of all time

[@billlogan6242]

I love his cover version with visual story, but mostly his facial expressions that change through out the video!!!

[@leapatterson2014]

You need to hear the guitar player in Hold on to Memories! Please listen to it. It is an acoustic Disturbed like you have never heard, pure beauty!

[@rjwms57]

Once again the first word at the end of David Drainman’s performance is Wow! I could watch it a million times

[@jeffschreiber6797]

Great job on this..one of the best reactions on this song.

[@StaceyHunt-tl9bu]

His voice is amazing❤❤❤😊😊😊

[@tammyhill3798]

Disturbed! Yeah👏🏼👏🏼 between this and Pentatonix I get major whiplash. This video sucked me into checking out the rest of their catalog. Considering I’ve NEVER liked hard rock, let alone metal. Thanks to David I now listen to and love songs like…STRICKEN…STUPIFY…PRAYER…and of course, DOWN WITH THE SICKNESS. One more thing. I LOVE the David Draiman bow at the end.

[@ThatGirl-ku5dq]

The audience didn’t applaud right away. A show is awe and respect.

[@stevehughes6627]

Nice to see the background peeps get their just desserts!

[@michellemiles9966]

Actually Dan was playing the piano. Bassist John Moyer was on acoustic guitar. You should also check out the live performance of this in Houston featuring Myles Kennedy harmonizing with David. Epic. 🤘

[@shilohivy4590]

Everything is gorgeous let’s keep it. Best assessment ever

[@D0nut42]

Dan is on the piano in this. He does all the piano/keyboard work as well as guitar.

[@steffym1251]

Not many singers that can make you feel what they sing hes truly gifted

[@MMMRATTY]

Dan Donegan is actually the one playing the piano in this piece. Their touring guitarist is who is playing acoustic guitar.

[@StephanieLangley-to6ph]

Best cover EVER...BUT HIS VOICE IS PHENOMENAL!!!!