The Carpenters Covers: Harriet, Tori Holub, Chloe From Solitaire Carpenters Tribute | Reaction Video

[@jimmididr]

Hi Bob - Thanks for your thoughtful review and reaction to these talented gals! I am Jim, the organizer, audio/video guy, and vocalist/ pianist/clarinetist of Tori's video of 'We've Only Just Begun'. Her vocal ability is just sublime and effortless. She is Blessed with that natural sound - she's not imitating or trying to be something she's not. She's authentic and genuine. Thanks for seeing that yourself. Also, thank you for noticing the effort to create all of those backing tracks. We do it purely for the love of the music. So glad you enjoyed it, and again, thank you so much for your kind words! -Jimmy

[@Ctkare4k9]

It’s wonderful,Jim…a work of art! I shed a few tears hearing Tori singing this! Thank you(from a 70 y.o. fan of Karen)!❤️

[@ModernLifeForThe70sMind]

Hi Jimmy. Thanks so much for the response! I absolutely LOVED Tori's version. There were definitely two sides to that...Tori and then you. Watching the video and seeing how much was involved in making this sound as well as it did was just incredible to see. So much respect your way. I've re-watched this video numerous time already. What you managed to pull of here was nothing short of amazing. Then to take your skills and throw in Tori's vocals, just wow! Thank you so much for taking the time and effort to pull that all together. Like I said in the video, there was definitely a core memory unlocked when listening to it. Needless to say, I've already subscribed to your channel. Great job and hope to see more great things coming from your direction.

[@jimmididr]

@@ModernLifeForThe70sMind Thanks so very much!

[@johnbutler4631]

I hope more collaborations are in the works. That was truly amazing! I can hardly watch it without being absolutely overpowered.

[@barryanderson3910]

@@johnbutler4631 Overpowered is certainly the right word. Perhaps knocked me over would also apply. But, really, no adequate words.

[@edjo487]

Tori is stunning!

[@brucemorrow5271]

Without a doubt....Tori, and I am proud to call her a friend!

[@markwills6452]

tori is my favortie singer. I can't wait for more from her

[@TheNewMexicoMan]

Tori hit 95% of Karen and Chloe From Solitaire hit 90% of Karen. Tori is in her early 20's and she is already incredible.

[@squatch545]

I'd say Chloe hit 97% because of the extremely similar reedy tenor in her voice.

[@frommatorav1]

I believe she's exactly 20. I know she was for that video with Jim. She's so awesome. I just wish she would do full songs on her KZbin channel. I've only been following her for a couple months but I'm ready for more and it doesn't have to be Carpenters covers.

[@jamesbrand2243]

Every time I hear Torri Holub sing I find tears running down cheeks.

[@rickgochoel3749]

Tori is incredible. She does have an original new song. Check it out.

[@billsawyer-k3t]

Im 82 and still have many memories of Karen and her group. What a voice Tori has. Almost amde me wipe the tears from my eyes...almost.

[@architectofechoes4]

I've listened to Tori singing We've only just begun many many times & I still get goosebumps. Beautiful.

[@leahburgeois6373]

I had tears ..literal tears

[@architectofechoes4]

@@leahburgeois6373 Even my goosebumps have goosebumps!

[@glasstransport]

Tori, is by far the best!! I've seen some of her other Carpenteresque videos. I (67) grew up listening to Karen and Richard, always my fave. Tori is so spot on, I couldn't believe it when I heard her. I would also LOVE to see Tori expand that repertoire in her own style. Her voice is just amazing!

[@squib311]

The other ladies were very talented, but Tori not only knocked it out of the park, she knocked it clean off the planet.

[@spencerbutterbaugh6104]

Tori Holub hands down. No contest. Check out her new arrangement of Georgia On My Mind. Amazing! Also an original Something To Believe In. In fact check out everything she has done. You will not be sorry you did. Always enjoy your reactions and comments. Thanks!

[@SAnnun-hs1io]

Excellent job offering three extremely talented renditions. My understanding is that Tori is only 20 or 21 yrs. old. So wonderful that she is willing to share her gift and appreciation for the Carpenters with her generational peers. Thanks to Ron for the request.

[@janetmullen1340]

They are all 3 incredible but Tori gives me chills!!!

[@annab3182]

I love that Richard Carpenter asked Tori to sing for the Carpenter’s Anniversary at the Downing Church where they had Karen’s funeral.

[@cathiemcginnis3997]

That would be the Downey Methodist Church.

[@SallyOlsonCarpentersLegacy]

Correction. Richard Carpenter DID NOT ask Tori to sing for the Carpenters 55th Anniversary Celebration at the Downey United Methodist Church. Not sure where you got that information, but it is false. The Carpenters 55th Anniversary Celebration chose several Carpenters tributes to perform at the Downey United Methodist Church for a special acoustic concert on April 25. We were one of those acts - "Carpenters Legacy". We also performed our full show at the Downey Theatre the night before. Earlier that week, we had a special private meeting with Richard at his Yesterday Once More car collection warehouse which lasted over two hours. Videos from the meeting are on our KZbin channel… kzbin.info/www/bejne/pWG5eneond58aLssi=4E-4GQW0rTizOg9V

[@tonileesings-123]

@@SallyOlsonCarpentersLegacy ha ha oh you didnt like that did you Sally? Had to get in there ? Ya very quick off the mark. I was also asked to perform and billed to perform, but due to personal reasons I was unable to perform too, was so gutted. All these singers are amazing that you mention, all very unique in their own way. We all love performing their music. Great reviews xx

[@chengkeatng8905]

all three have good enough voices to carry a Carpenter song, but Tori is one class above.

[@janettetippetts7942]

Oh my, did Harriet do an excellent rendition! So Beautiful! Tori (and company) sounded spot on! What a talent! Chloe is also very talented, but she needs to learn to smile and look like she's enjoying what she's doing. Thanks Bob!

[@ModernLifeForThe70sMind]

Thanks for checking these out. I was wondering what your thoughts would be on these. Glad you enjoyed them. Too funny that you saw the same thing I did with Chloe. Beautiful singer, just needs to show a little emotion. ;) Good to hear from you.

[@janettetippetts7942]

@@ModernLifeForThe70sMind By the way, I loved that you did three songs at once. I don't mind that it makes the video a little longer. If you do three songs from one artist, or group by song style, or whatever; you could get through more of your request list longer. Just an idea. 💡

[@chloe1283]

It's a shame this was an old video of me that was used. I would have preferred one of my newer ones were used as I have worked on the act since then. ​@@ModernLifeForThe70sMind

[@danconverse6553]

Harriet is enjoyable to watch when she's recording in the studio. Her facial expressions remind me of Karen's videos, IMO. I missed that here, but, WOW, these three were all wonderful in their own ways. Just joyful to hear karen-esque music!

[@Perfect_Blend]

I am a long time Carpenters fan from the early 70's ever since I first heard Karen sing Close To You. I have NEVER heard anyone that sounded exactly like Karen....she was too much her own special vocal sound. However, with that being said, I have heard many over the years, tribute artists and covers and they are all good in their own way. But when I heard Harriet, I literally got goose bumps. She never wanted to be a Karen copycat, but so many people wanted her to do Carpenter covers, she finally started doing more of them. She also does original songs. Her facial features seem to contribute to her sounding like Karen in so many ways. She doesn't TRY to, she just does. I don't think this song really conveys her voice as well as it should.Her Tik Tok covers are wonderful and I am a NEW fan of hers. Not saying others aren't good, but they just don't "do" anything for me. Nice comparisons.

[@QbanMario]

Hands down, Tori Holub is the best! You should hear other Carpenters songs she has recorded. She also has other covers of other groups as well. I see her in KZbin!

[@briank10101]

God created Tori Holub to cheer us up in the rough times we are going through now, like He did with the Carpenters in the rough period 50 years ago. 🙏

[@Sctmpsn]

That’s beautiful! ❤

[@ModernLifeForThe70sMind]

That's such an interesting way to think about it. Thanks for sharing.

[@jbs256]

I figured the same. Karen got me through my teens and early 20’s. Tori is here for the back end time. ❤

[@chriswarren-smith62]

The simulation was created to find the perfect voice. Tori was a fortunate random permutation, so now they've decided defer the shutdown. Phew!

[@Rhett-Christopher]

I like that thought!

[@pedromancenithe3rd]

Hi Bob, I laughed when Tori started singing. I thought for a moment your jaw was about to hit the floor, ha, ha. It happened to me the first timeI heard her sing a Carpenter's song. There is a video on KZbin that overlays Tori's vocal over a Carpenter's old video, where it switches her vocal back and forth with Karen's---it's really eerie. If this cover here doesn't convince of the uncanny similarity in their voices, then the latter I'm pretty sure will.

[@glasstransport]

I've seen that video. Their voices are so similar it's almost eerie. To listen to them like that has a 'magical' quality and effect.

[@johnsimon2988]

Harriet and Chloe were good. They were also of an age. Tori is 20 years old. And what I heard was spot on for Karen vibes with Tori. My vote is for the kid.

[@joybrown9275]

And here is the irony, Karen was also 20 years old when she did We've Only Just Begun

[@christopheryochum3602]

Enjoyed all three artists. Great video. Just a note on Tori: Before her collab with Jim, she put together myriad videos of herself singing on multiple tracks. She has quite an ear and is very conversant with multitrack decks and sequencing software.

[@johnbutler4631]

These were really beautiful. I, like others, prefer Tori because of course I do! Harriet had a beautiful cover that was more her than Karen, but it was beautiful and gutsy because it invites comparison to the original. It has a different atmosphere, and I respect her effort to go for a slightly different mood. Obviously Tori is truly amazing, and she being so young has a bright future ahead of her. I love not just her performance, which takes me on a journey every time I listen, but also her love for the Carpenters music that is so evident and palpable. The last one, Chloe, has a lovely voice and definitely reminds one of the great Karen herself. It's interesting that some have commented on how she didn't look like she was enjoying herself. If you look at some of Karen's older foorage, you might say the same of her facial expressions. Of course, the difference is that Karen was ... well, Karen. There will probably never be another, but Tori has the best shot at it if anyone does.

[@JDIY2023]

Chloe sounded a little British

[@craigh.9810]

I agree, there was ONE Karen, but Tori does come very close.

[@gabbymcdaniel4736]

No matter how many times I hear Tori I get a whole body chill. KAREN incarnate I swear. OMG indeed! Your reaction was priceless!

[@charlesmclaughlin6968]

I love your expression when Tori sung the first line. You closed your eyes and smiled, as if transported back in time and hearing Karen singing it. Tori has that effect on people.

[@ChrisRubeo]

It's that intangible "feeling" that can't be bought, and it can't be copied. Tori has it. No question.

[@ModernLifeForThe70sMind]

Two words....She Does! ...and it's pretty amazing.

[@JK-js2td]

​@@ModernLifeForThe70sMindcomepletely agree...she nails the essence of Karen in EVERY Carpenters song she covers. Its a beautiful thing!

[@anthonymartelli6091]

In an interview, Tori said she studied Karen's inflection! Tori voice is natural and not forced! Tori did say she doesn't mind being compared to Karen. Tori voice is limited on what she can sing.. she does have a original song out! It sounds like the brother wrote the song!

[@williep3426]

I discovered Tori Holub a few weeks ago here on KZbin. And I'm blown away too. She gives me goose bumps and brought me to tears with some songs. Such a beautiful voice and modest person. Bravo 👏👏👏

[@darleneschneck]

Dude, I could see it in your eyes, you were 13 again when Tori started singing. Did the same for me. What a gift she has given everyone, especially those of us who first heard Karen in the 1970s. I’m 67 and couldn’t believe what I was hearing. Wow.❤

[@andyschnell58]

Great video Bob and thanks to all 3 artists for keeping The Carpenters music alive.

[@cblue1234]

I thought all 3 were great. But, Tori was off the charts. Absolutely stunning.

[@julienicholson2638]

Tori, got chills 1st time I heard her. Her pronunciation of words, everything!!❤❤❤❤❤

[@royboyll]

Tory....WOW. I'm a 60 year old bloke with tears in my eyes listening to her and James. Wonderful

[@billy4eyes512]

Your reaction after Tori and Jim's cover was probably the same as everyone else, simply jaw dropping.

[@pbfisher]

Tori - Unbelievable! Goosebumps!!!

[@psilvers100]

Tori Holub is amazing! I loved The Carpenters. She is so good!

[@JoeBartosiewicz]

I was in a band with James Wilkas... he is an awesome musician

[@ModernLifeForThe70sMind]

Wow, that's pretty cool! Yes, he definitely is.

[@PattieCoonSpeer]

All three are really good. Tori just has “IT” though. I’ve always been able to discern the slight differences in the voice of someone singing a Karen Carpenter song….with Tori….I close my eyes and Karen is singing. A vocal gift I never thought would be gifted to anyone again!!!

[@KB1UIF]

Can't help but get emotional listening to these voices and remembering Karen Carpenter. It's so sad she left us way too young. Beautiful talent lost to the world. Tori Holub blows me away too !!

[@ModernLifeForThe70sMind]

Listening to these takes on Karen's songs, just really brings you back there, doesn't it? That's one of the things I love about covers...especially ones from "way back when". Thanks for the listen.

[@rogerdsmith]

Several people have already suggested listening to Ksenia Buzina from Leonid and Friends, doing Superstar. I’ll put it this way, her rendition of Superstar was so impressive, that Richard Carpenter invited her to his home for dinner with he and his wife. That’s the respect she got from Karen Carpenter’s brother. Leonid and Friends are currently on tour in the eastern part of the US.

[@MikeHammer1]

Tori also has a cover of Superstar and the Burt Bacharach medley that Karen sang.

[@rogerdsmith]

@@MikeHammer1 Okay……. So?

[@Jalahr77]

@@rogerdsmith I think you may be upsetting the Tori fan club members...shhhh...

[@jazzman101]

I am totally blown away by Tori's voice. I closed my eye's when each song started so I could only hear the song and when I heard Tori, I thought I was listening to Karen! Tori is hands down the best when it comes to recreating the Carpenter sound. Her voice is the best Karen Carpenter rendition out of the 3.

[@weilolo9903]

The 3 ladies are a great joy to listen to. Their voice convinces me that I am listening to Karen Carpenter's "understudies"... I hope they sing and record all the songs they can sing to and release it in CD (if permitted). It's great ❤music 🎶.

[@moisesarrieta9460]

Been following Tori Holub for two years now, and still getting impressed by her talent, skills, and beauty. The song she sang here was actually her own voice including the 3 background voices we hear. She arranged and layered it herself. Thats how genius she is. Moreover, she also has few original songs recorded and one Christmas song. They're all beautiful, go check them out. 😍👏

[@jbs256]

Actually in this case, Jim was the final assembly of all the tracks. Tori has done all her own including the magnificent re-recording of Something In Your Eyes, which she sang at the Carpenters 55th. I was there! 😊

[@pauldhoff]

I'm 75 and still find music that I love. I'm not locked into any time.

[@SteveWeaverIvyfield]

I’m British. I’ve seen Harriet twice in concert. She’s a lovely lady with an uncanny, vocal resemblance to Karen. In her shows, for many years, she deliberately didn’t cover any Carpenters songs - instead she sang some of her own material and covers of others. Her’s is a great interpretation. I wish Richard would hook up with her when he tours the UK for a week in September 2024. 🤞🏻 It might happen. Chloe has a beautiful voice. Tori Holub is very, very good. In fact, it pains me to say it (being a Brit and routing for Harriet) but Tori has it locked.

[@TFG0045]

I think Harriet had KC voice. Listen to her other covers - Goodbye to Love version is great but her best which I believe has an edge over Tori.

[@jbs256]

@@TFG0045 find Tori’s short cover #2 of Goodbye To Love and say that again. Not even close, Harriet slowed it down to breathe. Tori sang it through on one breath. That’s the special difference. Karen did it, Tori did it.

[@jpconnect4015]

You know that Tori is the best over many thus far...Thanks for sharing...Aloha from Hawaii

[@tcbtutorials]

Tori was absolutely spot on, amazing!! Thanks for the wonderful video x

[@procarpetcleaners1505]

Who ever did the producing/mixing/arrangement for Tori absolutely killed it.

[@lovinsnotfun-eranymore5213]

As stated with-in n typed right Above : at 13:46 James Wilus ? Wilcus ? /Jim / Jimmy = @jimmididr Bob's our Thoughtful n sharing YT Host here. Wonderful ~ jus Wonderful to have happened onto this Musical Magic LATE Last night, and Lasting into 2 - 3:am = Thursday April 25 2024.

[@alasdaircampbell9301]

As already mentioned, James Wilkes -@jimmididr was the producer and did many of the instruments. However, if you check out Tori’s own channels, she is a more than competent editor/producer herself in addition to her beautiful voice.

[@chicken-bone]

Beautiful vocal on these ladies. Tori is my favorite. I think she has such a wonder tone. Thanks for sharing these song.

[@RommelTan-w4e]

Tori holub, shes great i like her

[@grandpasutubechannel]

I gotta tell ya, I heard this piece with torri and it made me cry. 50 some years ago my wife and I saw a Carpenters concert in Chicago. What a pleasure to here this beautiful young lady sing.

[@rockrips]

I liked them all but Tori gets my vote for personal fave. Great group of reactions!

[@scottyahney8565]

FREAKIN AMAZING !!!!!!

[@BassKlef1]

I was blown away with Tori Holub too.

[@ModernLifeForThe70sMind]

You, me and every other single person who heard her sing! ;)

[@beameup64]

Tori Holub is awesome

[@Fatos-re3rq]

Until now only one artist filled my eyes with tears while listening, that was and still is Olivia Newton John. Yes and now Tori Holub..she’s absolutely amazing.

[@Sctmpsn]

We just lost Olivia, but now we have Tori! 🥰

[@ModernLifeForThe70sMind]

Alright, two down, one to go. (It's gotta be in 3's). Who will take home that coveted third spot???? ;)

[@JK-js2td]

​@@ModernLifeForThe70sMindi dont have answer yet....but Tori does both Karen and Olivia awesomely!

[@teresal5174]

Go listen to Tori's take on an ONJ hit, too -- not exact, but a lovely version, too!

[@MylesBrooklyn]

Have you heard Tori sing Olivia? She sounds incredible covering her voice as well.

[@rlew49ers]

My 1st ever concert was "The Carpenters" in the SF Bay Area 1970! Discovered Tori roughly 2 weeks ago; you might want to check out her video on "How the Carpenters Get That Famous Harmony Sound?" kzbin.info/www/bejne/rJLUgJ-shrSesKM Tori also kills "The Carpenters Burt Bacharach / Hal David Melody" kzbin.info/www/bejne/pJ6wiKKoht2fi7c She also does a wonderful cover of "Merry Christmas, Darling" (audio only)! kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z4vSnXSLbrRqibs

[@ronraskind]

Thanks for the follow-up information. I had requested Tori here and was going to use some of those for follow-up requests but that's okay. Hopefully he reacts to them.

[@rlew49ers]

@@ronraskind She is absolutely sensational. Read that she is an aspiring sound engineer; someone stated about Karen -"a drummer who can sing!" Well, perhaps not too far down the road someone will say of Tori "a sound engineer who can really sing!".

[@ronraskind]

​​@@rlew49ers​@rlew49ers Yes she is a very special artist. And she is gradually getting known on social media. She will be performing at the Carpenter's tribute in Southern California the end of this month. She also has sent an audition tape to Richard Carpenter and I don't know where that is going but it's exciting. I think she does dabble just a bit with the drums but her main instruments are guitar and piano. She is an aspiring sound engineer and in several performances online, does her own layering of her harmonies. I think she is learning from Jim wilkas. I don't get the impression that she will be a drummer professionally🤔

[@rlew49ers]

@@ronraskind Yes, I did hear about Tori performing at the tribute. When I'm watching reactions to other artist (Lucy Thomas, Lara Fabian, Gigi De Lana and Morissette Amon) and if Tori isn't on a specific reactors line-up; I have been suggesting they check out Tori). I believe Tori hasn't been on YT that long maybe 3-4 years? - Ron from Northern California

[@jbs256]

Hi, another Ron I believe! Cool! More than welcome to Tori’s Troops! I’m Joe if you’ve heard reactors shouting out me, I’ve been on the mission since November after being algorithm’d Tori in October. What a journey. As an OG Carpenters fan she was the breath of sunshine I always hoped for. Ron is my friend and has joined the team as it were. Thank you for requesting also! I’m starting to see a few independent of us requests or self starters just shouting out about Tori. I will be seeing her at Downey, can’t wait. Joe

[@davidfredericks4626]

Heard Tori sing this loads of times and still get goosebumps. Shes incredible and absolutely spot on for Karen Carpenter reincarnated. Her tone, her pitch, the bottom bass of her voice is exactly the same, the way she holds the notes, its Karen all over again. Plus all the backing in this video is Tori layering her voice over it. Brilliant Tori

[@fredlao6655]

Nice to know a few out there can still carry that torch even when Karen is gone . Makes me so happy .

[@Sctmpsn]

I’ve been listening to Tori Holub for few months now, and I enjoy listening to everything of hers. I was 14 when the Carpenters burst into our world, I loved the 70s with the Carpenters in it, shattered by our loss of Karen in 1983. When I first heard Tori singing a Carpenters song, I was in shock, and I still get chills. I want to cry to hear that Karen sound again, it miraculous. Find her Olivia Newton-John songs, wow! Tori is so talented she can do anything, and so young, she has a huge world ahead of her. That said, all three singers here were wonderful, I enjoyed them all, thank you for doing this for us!

[@ModernLifeForThe70sMind]

This was actually more fun that I thought it would be. Karen had some mighty shoes to fill and it's nice that there are singers out there who are fighting to keep her music alive.

[@willarth9186]

Harriet has a beautiful voice but higher register. Chloe has that fantastic lower voice with depth like Karen's and I love her voice! But... Tori blew me away!!!!! If Tori plays the drums I'm going to go crazy! I noticed your smile and facial expressions when you heard Tori.

[@ModernLifeForThe70sMind]

That's funny about the drums. Wish I had thought of that!

[@jbs256]

Will! You know she does! Not at THAT level, but to quote her “I can keep a beat.” Now guitar and piano. Yummy.

[@jbs256]

@@ModernLifeForThe70sMindBob, as know Will knows. She does but… se my comment above. ❤ Joe

[@rf937dave7]

They were all 10 out of 10 but tori is a 20 ❤️♥️

[@broerymarantika853]

Tori❤Tori❤Tori❤Tori❤😂 Loves your Stunned "Dumbfounded "face at the end of her singing... 🤣😂

[@Choirguy95]

Tori actually has two originals, her latest is out now, Something to Believe in, however, because it's her natural voice, (not fake), she still sounds like Karen. She's becoming quite famous on social music, feel free to listen to more of her music, you will swear Karen has returned.

[@pauldhoff]

I think that my late wife Lorraine, who loved Karen Carpenter and cry so much when she died would love Tori.

[@alvarolopez5612]

Yo soy admirador de la mejor voz femenina del mundo de todos los tiempos Karen Carpenters y esta muchacha Tori le llega mucho felicitaciones por esa gran voz tan parecida a mi ídolo le doy un 95% de similitud 👏

[@dougdanielson9145]

One thing about Harriet, is she doesn't just do Carpenter's covers but she does a whole array of 70's covers.

[@ronraskind]

Tori also does other artists and also his released an original recently.

[@brucehanchett8387]

And, she does her own material too!

[@georgiaguy4114]

Believe it or not I just heard about Tori a few days ago. Her voice just blew me away too. She sounds just like Karen Carpenter

[@rosskelly8268]

Tori is the most effortless cover. First singer has a thinner voice that is lovely but doesn't quite have the low register. 3rd singer does more to her voice to get there, and you can hear tiny reminders that her voice and enunciation is normally different.

[@sailingsam3815]

I kove all 3....all sung with love..😊

[@sailingsam3815]

Carpenters had so many wonderful songs even after 1977...in addition to her solo album.😊

[@mikelipke9404]

your smile said it best, Tori is Karen Carpenter

[@byronomboy]

Yep. Oh My God! That was my instantaneous reaction as well when Tori sang a few lines. You knew immediately she was the closest to bring KC's spirit of their songs.

[@damonh7865]

Tori hands down.....did not think i would live to hear anyone come close to Karen Carpenter. Incredible! The other girls well done.

[@ModernLifeForThe70sMind]

Yea, I kinda thought the same thing. What a nice surprise. All three really sounded wonderful.

[@bepriceless]

Harriet was great; she captured that little bit of vocal fry that Karen had now and then, as well as the silky smooth delivery. *** Tori made me tear up. I had already seen this but it still gut punched me in a great way. Fantastic. Love the Leonid and Friends type of multiple frames of production. How can you be better than great? I'd love to hear her do Superstar. *** Poor Chloe had to follow Tori but she was wonderful too. Beautiful alto voices for all three of them.

[@jbs256]

Tori has done Superstar twice. Once as a Short video on her channel. The other is a full audio on Lauren Ravas’ topic channel. It was done in 2022 and has a different arrangement than Richard’s. The audio one is on iTunes and the big streamers. Tori has 7 songs in total up there in the cloud.

[@bepriceless]

@@jbs256 Thank you for the info

[@joolstrout8036]

I avoided Tori for the longest time because I love Karen so much. When I finally listened to her ...wow. This girl could sing all the songs we never had from Karen. She is a talent all of her own though and I am a fan.

[@pamelabrauer9450]

Tori is brilliant. I have been listening to her material for a couple weeks now and she does her own music and covers other singers as well. I love her new original song. I hope that she starts getting the recognition she deserves.

[@chazcov08]

It was great seeing your reaction to Tori's vocals. Even just the production on that song by Jim Wilkas was also completely amazing, but your reaction to her voice was the same as mine. My mother ALWAYS had The Carpenter's playing in our house during my young childhood, so it's become a part of my soul, and Tori's voice is the closest I've ever heard to Karen's. I'd love to hear them do a re-recording of the entire Christmas Portrait album. Or even just a few selections. What a great Christmas present that would be! Regarding Harriet's vocals, I feel that she makes the song her own. She sounds like Karen if she were singing today, or giving alternate takes on her classic songs. I could listen to an entire album of her singing my Carpenter's favorites as well.

[@pen4tenn]

I have heard all three before and I think they are very nice but Tori !! Tori is amazing! I was raised on The Carpenters and all the 70s music. I feel like an expert by now.

[@Sctmpsn]

If Karen was still alive today, she would be 74-years-old. If Karen met Tori Holub, she might be excited that her music would live on with this incredibly talented young woman.

[@ModernLifeForThe70sMind]

Yep, agree.

[@alasdaircampbell9301]

@Sctmpsn if you haven’t noticed, Tori met Richard very recently, which, to me, suggested an ultimate approval.

[@armandoramos1949]

I must admit I am biased and such a big fan of Tori Holub. The other two are very good, but Tori did the best cover. Thanks for your honest review. Tori for the Win!

[@ggarciamr]

Tori is the best! That’s all!

[@ronraskind]

Bob, that was a surprise to have three different artists covering the Carpenters. I told you you would love Tori. I am actually familiar with all three of them and each brings a little something different to the table. But for me, Tori brings everything. It doesn't sound like she is covering another artist. It is her voice naturally and it is stunning. And yes you are right, the production that Jim provides here is stellar. Tori actually sang all of her own harmonies and Jim put it all together. Notice also that there is no autotune or pitch correction. Tori does cover a few other artists currently and also has an original song. What confirms what I just said earlier is that you still hear some of the Karen Carpenter tone in her other songs, demonstrating how natural that is for her. Here is a link to her original song that has very much a carpenter's vibe in terms of style. kzbin.info/www/bejne/mIK4g5Wgns90mKssi=c99nsiDgzUWIdYLt And one thing not mentioned is that relative to the other singers today who are much older, she is only 20 years old. Thanks Bob for this very interesting presentation and I hope you enjoyed it as much as I did. Peace out. By the way, you will see that Jim Wilkas himself actually responded below in the comments!

[@alasdaircampbell9301]

Ron, I thank you for recommending Tori to Bob. As a curious twist of fate, I have now discovered Modern Life for the 70s Mind by following Tori links. Bob’s immediate reactions (facial and verbal) were identical to mine and I’m sure many thousands of others (can’t say millions yet, but it won’t be long). Even when I sent a link to my 28 year old daughter her response was simply OMG! You are absolutely right that each of the artists had very strong plus points, but Tori has no negative elements. She just seems to produce this naturally and effortlessly.

[@charliegigante9672]

Yeah, She did it again! Where's the tissue box? 🥲

[@scottdetter]

Let’s hear it for Quisp! My favorite cereal as a kid.

[@lee2005us]

So beautifully performed by all three singers::💕:: 02:22 Harriet - Goodbye to Love..🌸 09:10 Tori Holub - We’ve Only Just Begun 🌹 16:35 Chloe Folston - Only Yesterday..🌺 I can’t help but loving the 3rd song more each time hearing it again over and over.. such a complete transformation of melody flows..::🍃🍁::..

[@gaetanodetorrice5555]

The second woman by far.❤❤❤. So perfect. 👍👍👍 I forgot to add her name Tori . Brought tears to my eyes. 🤗

[@Curly34584]

Tori= WOW!!

[@ModernLifeForThe70sMind]

It's great seeing such young people appreciate music from back then.

[@fieldstar3777]

It’s hard to express this feeling in words. I remember those days when I was full of dreams. 76 years old Japanese man

[@scottyahney8565]

pure butter !!!!

[@michelejones5538]

Even God recycles. He gave Tori Karen’s voice. Tori is beyond amazing.

[@subby111]

well, i think we all can be very happy, that we waited 999999 times for the one in a million voice having again. tori holub is incredible good and close to karen.

[@ModernLifeForThe70sMind]

LOL, that's a lot of 9's!

[@weldog71]

Bob, i am so stunned right with you. i loved your reaction when you closed your eyes! it was like Karen's voice coming through with so much love

[@MrRamu1966]

I vote for Tori Holub, very very close to Karen Carpenters ❤

[@PantheraOnca60]

These ladies were absolutely stunning.

[@ModernLifeForThe70sMind]

Yes, all three. Really enjoyed doing this.

[@ramsari3811]

Tori's voice is warm

[@scorsagain]

Loved all three, each had their own voice of The Carpenters. Harriet was more solo, but that was the song. Tori and her "group" knocked it out of the park. Chloe was great and sang like an angel.

[@brettsairgent577]

I have been a Carpenters fan since the very beginning and to me Tori is like Karen reincarnated her voice is so close it is amazing .

[@themotownboy1]

Tori Holub all the way!! She has quite a future ahead of her if she wants it.🙂👍🏺

[@sheilagaleno7822]

Tori is it. ❤