The BEST VERSION of this song?? | Austin Brown - Bring Him Home | Musical Reaction and Analysis

[@billdevany3303]

to my ear, on that last note, he went from a soft falsetto to a full head voice seamlessly. just incredible!

[@mgentles3]

Each time he does this I think of Jewel telling him, during the Singoff, that she thought he could reach higher but was almost afraid to go there. Well, Jewel he went there. Thank you so much.

[@staceysmith8173]

I absolutely knew you would LOVE this and it would blow you away. The last 2 notes!!!! The power, the crescendo and being able to keep the tone for that long. He is AMAZING

[@roniboyd613]

Definitely!!

[@thomasmacdiarmid8251]

Just like Grandma Got Run Over by a Reindeer - and this may be the first time those two songs have been compared. But he seriously holds that one an incredibly long time too

[@staceysmith8173]

@@thomasmacdiarmid8251 agreed he held it forever

[@publicclammer]

Austin's virtuosity becomes even more enjoyable and impressive with your professional and caring analysis and explanation, Mortius. Thank you!

[@carladewitt1947]

Ditto that.

[@donnam5891]

Likewise.

[@annebiebrich9155]

Yes yes

[@godimlarge]

This version of this fabulous song is utterly amazing. His phrasing is so unique but it also feels like it’s always been sung this way. An absolutely incredible interpretation of a classic

[@mellowmarsha6166]

Great reaction. I commented on the original video about Sebastian following Austin with his glances. I think you are the only reactor that I have heard say that, and it is so important in a singer's performance.

[@JohnBare747]

Thanks Mortius for your informative reaction to Austin's exceptional cover of Bring Him Home. The thing of it is with Austin Brown and Home Free too you never know exactly what you're going to get, good for sure but you can't predict it. Unexpectedly awesome this time for sure, even while expecting the unexpected, Austin's performance was nothing short of spectacular. You can't expect an "Austin Brown" style. He approached this song from somewhere that I was not expecting and the simplicity of the presentation was stunning, just Austin solo and Sebastien on the piano. I had to play this about a dozen times in a row to even start to grasp the magnitude of this performance.

[@ellicooper2323]

I definitely prefer your reactions. Instead of just oooing and aaahing, you explain why you react. I learn so much from you. I don’t mind you pausing so often, if I wanted an uninterrupted version, I would go to the original. Thank you, thank you.

[@Cheryl_Haydon]

This version absolutely blew me away when I first heard it! Amazing! But then I am a huge Austin Brown fan AND a Home Fry...

[@chyrlwillis9422]

Thank you for this! Austin singing this song just plays with my feelings so much. His control of pitch, dynamics and breathing is incredible. Everything sounds effortless. Every long sustained note opens and blooms like a flower.

[@chrismorin1318]

Austin has a music theater background and it shows in his ability to grab our attention and emotions. Prior to this release, I'd only heard him do this in a video done by someone in the crowd at a Home Free concert. It is worth a listen, just to hear how well Home Free does this as a group. Austin's performance in that one is still wonderful, but it's been said he was sick, and still did it so well. In any case, Austin is AMAZING in this rendition! You did better than I thought you would, I had guessed this would take you a full 30 minutes to get through! Lol! 🤣❤

[@AadenKDragon]

I love that you and Hannah have the same reaction to notes you weren't expecting. - Mouth falls open - flailing arms - "HOL' UP NO NO *NO* REPEAT THAT WHAT DID YOU DO" - *repeats part* - Mouth falls open - "that was amazing you are a God/goddess and I am unworthy of your talents" While I absolutely enjoy the break down of how the people accomplish what they're doing (i love to sing so I like to know how to do the thing), the total freak outs over the thing they're doing is definitely my favorite part of voice teachers reacting.

[@ShyAnn291]

Yes it’s fun to watch!

[@louisetemples7011]

THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU! I'm so very glad that you reacted to our AMAZING AUSTIN and his PHENOMENAL PERFORMANCE! IT TRULY IS PERFECTION! Austin and Sebastien are incredibly talented and perform so beautifully together. A match made in Heaven and I appreciate how much work and effort they put into their music, it shows how much they respect the music and the listener. I appreciate that you got to this one so fast! Would you please add to your list "I'M NOT SUPPOSED TO LOVE YOU ANYMORE" Austin Brown cover of Bryan White Sending love from South Georgia!♥️😃🍟

[@nightthornkvala94132]

Thanks so much for your great reaction and amazing insight to this music and his voice. The second or third time I watched this video, after I picked my jaw up off the floor again, I thought "oh, Mortius is going to looooooove this! Not a Les Miz fan, that's just not my thing. But Austin's rendition of this song is beyond amazing. I've watched the video dozens of times -- and that's not counting reaction videos and just the song on my iPod -- and every time he's given me the chills by the fifth word, a burning of tears behind my eyes by line three. That last beautiful high not always brings me to tears...every time. (Why did I hear those last two words in Tim's voice?) I think this video must be the first time I really noticed how expressive and beautiful Austin's hands are. Could the beauty of the song have anything to do with that? Who knows. But I kept watching his hand in Unchained Melody. Wow. Thanks again. I'm gonna go watch his video one more time before starting my day. Only one time...I promise. Uh, yeah...

[@sallymaria]

Austin had been planning to record this for months, and tried several versions, but he wanted to wait until his voice was in its best shape and he could get the performance he really wanted to do it justice. It was worth the wait.

[@glennspreeman1634]

even the camera was awesome!! when talent, dedication and humble emotion come together

[@charleneclaassen]

Hi Mortius. I really really enjoyed your reaction to this version of Bring Him Home by Austin. Being a performer yourself, I can always count on you to understand, explain AND appreciate the difficulty and beauty of everything you hear. I laughed out loud when you reacted to that last word. I know it blew me away (and still does), but your experience of iit was everything I had hoped it would be. The beautiful tone he starts it off with is what gives me goosebumps. So glad I could share this beautiful experience with you. Some 'operatic' reactors don't know what they are missing out on. Till next HF or AB. Hope your wife enjoys this.

[@geniej9093]

So pleased you are giving Sabastian the points for his performance that makes Austin's performance soar. The aesthetics of Austin's home also adds to my personal enjoyment. The fishing poles in the corner give me a sense of "regular guy" material. Again, thank you Mortius

[@barbarakennedy2667]

Thank you, Austin, for blessing us with this phenomenal performance. Thank you, Mortius, for sharing exactly how special this really was.

[@tonihenry130]

This was absolutely gorgeous Austin brings so much emotion and passion to a song and Sebastian is a master at the piano they are the perfect duo, Mortius I love the way that you break down a song really enjoyed listening to you 😃

[@nanadeborah8717]

Home Free saw him in a theatrical performance on a cruise ship they both were on. Austin studied musical theater in college. They wanted him and he always wanted to do a capella. He is extremely talented. Beautiful voice and beautiful expression of this song.

[@lindabalas5352]

He actually sang this piece in the theatrical performance aboard the cruise ship.

[@patriciamcl54]

On the cruise where the guys met him, he wasn't in the theatre entertainment but was featured lounge singer. At that time they had no vacancies and made him wait for 6 months before they condescended to give him an audition. Rob was the only person kind enough to keep in touch and let him know there was a vacancy. I often think that if they hadn't taken him on, he might have been a big star, because as you say, he is amazingly talented. He is also a fine actor, which helps him communicate emotion so well.

[@nanadeborah8717]

@@patriciamcl54 thank you for your knowledge about the group I've only been following them for a year and absolutely love them.

[@karinfichtner7479]

When I was back in my soloing days, I had a chance to sing with a professional organist on her pipe organ. I knew she was a perfectionist, and I was no musician. I wasn't good at reading music. Finally she stopped me and said, " You are not to wait for me; you sing it the way you want to, and I will follow you". What an amazing difference that made! Watching Sebastion reminded me of my early training with Elfreida.😊

[@brendafrazier811]

Thank you for doing this! I love this (and Austin) so much. There are so many reactors who haven’t done this yet and l keep wondering what’s taking them so long!! They don’t know what they’re missing! It’s incredible!!

[@ShyAnn291]

I love your reactions!! His control is absolutely amazing, I think I’d pass out trying to sing this lol

[@beachpeopleweddingsNCSC]

Sir, you are a BRILLIANT analyst! I learn more and more from your acute, clear, eloquent analysis, each time you do, ALL songs! THANK YOU! I appreciate music on bigger levels cuz of you!

[@terrichristenson432]

Thank You so much for this reaction and analysis, I have been somewhat patiently waiting for this. Isn't Austin just Amazing, his college degree is in Musical Theater and he sang on cruise ships as a featured performer actually meeting the Home Free guys on a cruise ship. He released "I'm Not Suppose To Love You Anymore" about a week ago and it is so emotional I cry every time I listen. Please put it on your list of requests.

[@joyvanderveer2282]

Austin and Sabastian have done quite a few songs together, so they know each other well. Austin gives me goose bumps when he sings like this. It really showcases his earlier training. WOW

[@melisacross5432]

Austin has such an amazing ability to transform his vocals into pure emotion and takes you on that journey with him. I have been waiting for you to get to this one as I knew it would pretty well blow you away as it did all of us.

[@johnandkitty]

I'm a tenor as well, but I have a hard time claiming it after listening to Austin. 😁 Enjoyed your analysis.

[@debbiehall9091]

This is so incredibly good. Austin is amazing. Love him so much.💗

[@edithdavis2848]

He is singing this version an Octive lower then he did on a live show where he mentioned two people in the audience that had been on the cruise ship with him. A truer version of the opera. Plus he changed the ending on this. Sabastian is his best friend and he usually accompienes on all his singles. Super talented

[@patriciamcl54]

How did he change the ending? I find it hard to believe that Austin of all people would feel the need to change the key by as much as an octave. This version lies pretty high in his already high voice. From what i remember of the (poor) live recording, he was clearly not well and decidedly "pitchy" at times. In a concert performance, there is no "true" version. I think if you find a recording of Colm Wilkinson singing this in concert, it will be in yet another key, whatever felt most comfortable.

[@babyfry4775]

Wow! Austin and Sebastien are awesome. Yeah that last note was incredible. Beautiful! Good reaction Mortius. You were nerding out…fun!!!😆

[@brendasorenson6186]

Thanks for the reaction and analysis. I knew you'd love it! I did not realize that that last note was in falsetto, which makes it more impressive. Austin has such a good falsetto that I often miss it.

[@janettetippetts7942]

Mortius, I know it's been 9 months since you recorded this, but I just wanted to tell you I love your reactions and positive opinions. I loved the part where you looked like where you melted into his singing. I do every time i listen to it. It brings me to tears every time also. And his high note? Perfection says it all.

[@lindanearing4710]

I feel privileged to even hear such beauty. Man, he's talented.

[@Sheila-BennerHolt]

Holy Cow ! isn't enough. I've listened to Austin sing this many times but loved watching your reaction and the very professional commentary. thanks

[@miamidolphinsfan]

Mortius I've been waiting for this ! I'd love for you to react to a song he co-wrote that is *STUNNING*, it's called "If I met you now"....I think you'd really like it a lot !

[@jill9837]

Austin has such an amazing gift, not just his voice but his ability to relay the emotions of these songs. This is one of my very favorite musical songs and he absolutely killed it. On an aside, Mortimer my friend, when are you going to check out some of Avi Kaplan's solo music, he just dropped one of his best "All is Well" I would love your reaction to it or any other of his wonderful music.

[@lindasmith2501]

Simply beautiful

[@marylee7467]

Yay yay yay!! I was waiting for you to do this reaction. It's just incredible right? I saw this several times on Broadway with Colm Wilkenson years ( and years) ago. I got goosebumps then and I just did again when I heard Austin sing this. And that ending??? I was waiting, like you, for the original ending, but dang that was amazing. Loved your review on here. It was so good. Thanks so much ☺

[@ht2tina]

Yeah, it hardly seems fair. What a talent. He’s a unicorn, wrapped in a superhero, and crushing it like a cyborg.

[@patriciamcl54]

He certainly identifies with unicorns. Have you seen his pink unicorn onesie? Makes an appearance in Take the Night Off.

[@paulaapplen8603]

I KNEW you were going to LOVE this!

[@KayOhio]

Beautifully done! I love your reaction too!

[@peggybischoff2672]

Loved the reaction as I always do. Look forward to them. I have watched this many times between my own listening and then the reactors, and it never gets old. Thanks again, keep them coming.

[@celtzen]

It is easy to forget that Austin is stage trained with most of the HF stuff and every once in a while he kicks it back up :-) this is up there with Alfie Boe for my fave renditions of this song

[@divab63]

Definitely up there with Alfie Boe and John Owens Jones.

[@patriciamcl54]

I think he's better than Alfie Boe, whose rendition these days sounds a little mannered and who doesn't think through the phrasing as Austin does. Up there with the great Colm Wilkinson.

[@dtrix102]

Yes Austin. You absolutely went there. This was simply gorgeous. Thank you.

[@peggywheeler2047]

I so appreciated your commentary on this. Austin.

[@staceysmith8173]

Sébastien is the piano player and one of Austin's best friends

[@vickiadkins9844]

Listened to this a million times!! It's magic everytime

[@saremile]

There is a fan recorded video of him singing this with Home Free A Capella that is still pretty good but it was quite a few years ago....and Austin just keeps getting better

[@elsie8757]

I always end up appreciating a music video so much more after watching you react to it~

[@dagmar.6954]

Thanks for your reaction & analysis. I always learn something new especially in more layman terms. That was a very beautiful rendition. Austin has a great voice for musical theatre songs. Glad all the guys have creative outlets for solo projects. But as much as I enjoy all their solo stuff, my favorites are still when they are all together as a group as Home Free with Adam Rupp. And I hope that never changes.

[@terrichristenson432]

Mt thoughts exactually !!! They all have amazing voices but when they get together they make MAGIC !!!

[@gilliandrysdale5306]

glad you did this it’s a very emotional rendition ❤️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 r

[@dennis51357]

Mi loved the reaction to this video you have an almost childlike glee❤ I’m looking forward to watching other reactions you have. Oh and btw I haven’t been able to view Austin Brown version of this song without crying

[@sarab7391]

That last note though… No words.

[@danagiffin5492]

Was waiting for this reaction. Every time I listen to this video I get misty eyed

[@cheillie1]

Sometimes I wish it were possible to watch it a first time for the emotional reaction with little commentary, then a breakdown the second time. His sustained notes blew me away in the live concert recordings, and I was so excited about this version with Sebastian and the beautiful piano. I love your enthusiasm every time!

[@marymulligan3053]

Austin is amazing. Thank you for doing this!

[@fishermansbounty]

I have watched the original and several reactors do this song and I still get chills by the third note. I absolutely loved your reaction. Keep up the great work.

[@lindacantu9885]

Been waiting for this! Great reaction thanks for sharing. You never disappoint!

[@christyeckert3115]

I saw this on Broadway and it was amazing. Austin did it justice he is so good

[@darylshort9614]

Very enjoyable and tallently done

[@vinnieblair8576]

I've waited a long time for this reaction and I was not diappointed. Excitement level was throught the roof as usual and thank you for reacting to both Home Free and Austin. Much appreciated! Cheers!

[@patriciamcl54]

Austin's voice has undergone a transformation in recent months. He is no longer the gawky kid with a natural gift and excellent training but a mature artist with real heft behind the voice. I know that at some time in the last year he didn't sing for three months (perhaps someone here may know the reason?) and I guess he went back to first principles, his original training. His control is immaculate and he's now able to fill the top notes with enormous sweetness as well as power. He likes to work the silences, so we follow every thought as he expresses it and uses rubato very well to introduce an almost conversational tone - here, conversation with God. Comparisons are not helpful, but I must say that this version is easily the equal of Colm Wilkinson's and personally I prefer it to that of Alfie Boe. I know Austin wants to stay in Home Free, and says he would like to remain "And Friends" in Tim Foust's concerts for ever, but his voice gives so much pleasure to everyone who hears it that I can't believe that there isn't something bigger waiting for him. Thank you so much for an excellent reaction, helping us understand why we love this performance so much.

[@GryphonDes]

Such a powerful and lovey song. Austin blew me away when I first heard this, and let me tell you it was a delight seeing you mirror those reactions! 😃

[@christinamoxon]

This was stunning. I actually think Austin needed to mature a bit into this song and he definitely did it justice. I'd love a rendition of 'Stars' which is my favourite from Les Mis. I hope we get more and more from Austin. I can't get enough.

[@annebiebrich9155]

A falsetto crescendo? Damn!

[@minneyruth]

I've been waiting for you to react to this! 😍😍😍

[@sharonmortimer3843]

This was a phenomenal version of this song. I don't know if you know but Austin has done this with Home Free in concerts way back in 20014 - 2016. If you look here on KZbin you could find them. Did you know that he went to college for musical theater? Always enjoy your reactions to Austin, please continue reacting to more of his music.

[@MyLorissa]

Yes, please do!!!

[@sheilaoneil18]

I am speechless listening to this and fully agree with the comments. I have never been so moved by a voice in my long eighty years of life. What a joy. What a blessing. I have been a music lover all my life and I have been moved before but this is unparalleled Thank you!! So glad I discovered it. I can't stop listening.

[@annforkin8368]

Love your reaction to this talented young man!

[@tylerchristine7778]

Voice play came out with we don’t talk about Bruno cover and I think you’ll LOVE it

[@loriloy7097]

Yes he is amazing, his background it's amazing. He had to actually learn how to sing without his accent. Musical theater is a wonderful thing!

[@catriverotter9527]

So much joy & enthusiasm! Love your reactions :-)))

[@carladewitt1947]

Always enjoy your reactions, Mortius, but this one was extra special.

[@janreason1518]

I was waiting with baited breath for your reaction to that last note. 😆

[@annelieshoornik]

Great stuff Mortius 😃

[@creationsbychancecan]

Austin singing my favorite song from Les Miserable makes me cry every time I hear it.

[@julierussell8876]

That was super impressive. What a voice!!

[@oceana9294]

Since this came up with Austin Brown's name I thought I'd give your video a try. You, yourself, are an amazing presenter! I enjoyed your critique of Austin, your whole demeanor was wonderful, your enthusiasm is contagious! Thank you for giving Austin a chance on your program, thank you for being yourself.

[@ericachang4752]

Thank you for your analysis. Professional and fun ss always.

[@tygerbrite]

LOVE your reactions!! Just wanted to point you to two other amazing covers by Austin: Neon Moon, and At Last (in the same key as Etta James).

[@patsbornagain]

Glad you are listening to this. Austin is amazing!

[@suecurtsinger60]

Great song and great review!

[@annebishop9634]

There is a live Home Free video of this song and an explanation of how he came to join them. Well worth a look.

[@ArleneAdkinsZell]

Great reaction to a phenomenal version.

[@sandyblack2687]

Replying with much love for you and Austin!!❤️ Such talented fellows!!

[@rebeccabartsch]

Love your authentic amazement at Austin's talent

[@lucdowney4564]

Terrific reaction, thank you very much!

[@kellywilliams364]

Love it...I could see you about to fall off n the floor waiting for the ending...then actually falling backwards when you heard it..😂😂😂

[@gerlindekunar4651]

Love your reaction, Mortius! You point out things to me non-musician I would never have noted! I catch myself now and then of listening closer now, especially with Home Free songs!

[@AlwaysAndForever7]

I hadn’t listened to this one yet! Thanks for the reaction and analysis! Also just a quick aside to say that your video editor’s insertions make me laugh 😆

[@MagicMason1000]

That's what I try to do!

[@teresaluthye1153]

I was waiting for your reaction to this. I knew you’d love it.

[@foxman1546]

Mortius, you have a great singing voice as well.

[@TheDivayenta]

Each one has their own channel. First tenor Austin studied musical theater. I think he might be a countertenor. I love watching dudes swooning over Home Free. They are totally swoon worthy in all ways!

[@tracyz9155]

I’m so glad you reacted to this. This was so beautiful and I knew you would love it. Take care. Don’t miss VoicePlay’s fun and funny cover of “We Don’t Talk About Bruno”. I also appreciate songs that just make me smile Thanks

[@billsturm9225]

I'm sure at this point you have gone back and watched/listened to this many times. It really is one of the best musical theater songs of all time. I'm not sure if you noticed the breath control though. If you watch/listen close you will notice that during the first verse, he didnt take a breath during the long suspensions. He snuck some breaths in between the stanzas. I enjoyed your use of the Hugh Jackman version to compare. While his voice isnt the absolute best, Mr. Jackman put a lot of his character's emotion in every song he sings which makes him an incredible music theater performer.

[@Graniepanies]

Thank you for checking this out from Austin. He has a lot ALOT of amazing covers and originals on his channel like this one. Hope you consider checking it out, cause we all know AUSTIN BROWN is that damn good 🥰

[@ellicooper2323]

Totally off subject but I love your tie tieing. Some years ago I looked up how to tie a tie and was fascinated by how intricate they can be.

[@sirdano2642]

Great reaction!