The SECRET to Singing High and Strong ft. Vocal Coach & Queensrÿche

[@JudyPine-u4r]

Geoff doesn't like being put on a pedestal, but there is anyone who really deserves it, its him.

[@6lillium]

I'm 56 and saw Queensryche on this tour. I can confirm that it sounded EXACTLY like this. We were LISTENING for mistakes, sharp or flat notes ... dropping a fifth or octave in the melody..... NOPE. I'm convinced they weren't even tuned down as a band. .......It was awe inspiring.

[@purplekat5864]

I agree! I've seen them live many times, and they truly are perfection! I'm not a musician, but I never caught any flat notes or wandering off a note, or any goof-ups. They really cared enough to practice hard and give outstanding performances! 💜

[@toddhoyer3612]

I was there he nailed it

[@davidhulsizer7576]

They were amazing live.

[@cdgee6399]

"At the end of the night" ... Well yes. Geoff, Bruce Dickinson, Rob Halford are all "right there" after two hour sets. They are gods.

[@timzuch4212]

Screaming in Digital, with an “I Will Remember” chaser, off “Rage for Order” , show more of their versatility! Another Rainy Night, from “Empires”, is also an all time classic!

[@hyaena23]

I mean no disrespect to other vocal coach channels on KZbin, but you are the only one that actually sounds good [at least to me] while demonstrating the proper technique. Love your videos ❤

Thanks for the memories. This was Queensryche's first single and the first ever song I heard from them - I was completely sold.

[@davidhulsizer7576]

I’ve seen them a few times back in the day and Geoff always sounds like this live. I actually have his autograph on one of my personal checks. We saw him at the Disney Store in Reno, Nevada.

[@jamesweiksner3587]

You must listen to Road to Madness 😊.

[@cjcurcio]

You CRACK ME UP!! Thanks you so much!

[@brandonchaney6517]

Road to madness ( PLEASE ) Best song ever !!!!!!!!! Also, the lady wore black

[@RG-kz9yt]

For the truest Goeff Tate vocal experience try " Someone Else " just his vocals accompanied by Piano

[@christopherdavidson4382]

Thank you so much for reacting to this song! It is my favorite song of theirs and I have not seen anyone else react to it before

[@eb20675]

Walk in the shadows is amazing also, check it out

[@Thedesertguy75]

Geoff is one of the greatest to do it IMO. The fact thats its live, is insane!!😮😮🎉🎉 I discovered them in 1988 and I was SOLD. The depth, the song crafting, the musicianship, and of course...Geoff Tate.

[@robertiannone2765]

This was awesome, I am so glad someone has reacted to this epic note fest, and I am even happier it was you. I love the reaction to that first note LOL. Now can you get Julia to do it too. 🤣

[@gavindadds4414]

Tate was 25 here and the old man the band (the rest of the guys were about 21.). His voice was essentially bullet proof and the band had the confidence of youth. As cool as this was compare the lyrics to the songs they would write over the next three albums as they moved away from their hero worship of British metal and developed their own voice and style.

[@jesperschultz5568]

You should definetely listen to Queensrÿche - Killing Words - unplugged. The vocals are so fragile in this track. And just a crazy live performance.

[@PlacidDragon]

The interesting part to vocalist Geoff Tate, is that he had no vocal training. He had played in bands in his teens, but he was the keyboard player, not the vocalist. Once he started doing vocals, he noticed that while he could sing like he is here, he could only sing for about an hour before he started losing his voice. So he took a few classes with Maestro David Kyle (that was all he could afford, because Kyle was massively expensive), and that helped strengthen his voice so he could do full shows. This song, "Queen of the Reich", was written by Chris DeGarmo (the white guitar), before Tate joined the band, and is also the inspiration for the band name :)

[@Th3Kn0w1ngSt4r]

Thank you! I'm tired of people parroting about Geoff's operatic training when it's not even true 😅 Those lessons and the fact that he played trumpet at school was all the training he had

[@jeeenyus4385]

Julia has been missed. also, yay more Queensrÿche

[@professorD72]

Saw Geoff Tate a few months ago at a small venue in Massachusetts. He was absolutely incredible, still! I can honestly say he’s lost nothing with time (I also saw Queensryche open for Metallica in 87 or 88)

[@srt8turboawdjeep146]

I also saw QR open for metallica lol, QR dominated that concert

[@purplekat5864]

Geoff sang predominantly in his higher register during QR's first two albums (this song was from their EP, BEFORE their first album!) but really mixed the high and low ranges nicely in their third album, "Operation:Mindcrime,". A MUST HEAR MASTERPIECE in every respect! Please either do an album reaction (one long, complicated, intriguing story, told in flashback) OR just listen to it for yourself! It gets better and better the more you hear it. OK, that said, what you noticed in Geoff's cheek as being "ripped" ( he was in top physical condition), which is possible, but I think what you're seeing are his DIMPLES! He has adorable dimples, which are most noticable when he smiles ( wish I could send you some pictures). He's generally very intense on stage, and you might not see his dimples very readily, but they're very noticeable in interview clips, especially in the earlier days. 😁 And YES, his face is very expressive while he's singing because he is ALL IN, and fully engaged in using that instrument to achieve the sounds he wants, as you put it. Geoff's speaking voice has gotten lower and lower over the years. He's soft spoken offstage, and quite a bit lower than you heard him when speaking at the end of this performance. Lolli, I really enjoy everything about your instructions, expertise, humor, quirkiness, and general personality! And yes, please check up on Julia! Another favorite of mine. The two of you together are hysterical, and highly knowledgeable. Lethal combo! More original lineup Queensryche please! "Operation: Mindcrime" album, and for something dreamy (at least at the beginning) "Real World" by QR. See you soon! ☺️

[@trokoshea1]

Mother! Are you kidding me!?!?! A live song from their very beginning? Respect. Next is the visit of Queensrÿche's apex. The concept album: Operation Mindcrime where lyrics are pure gold (Spreading the Disease, The Mission). Enjoy! 🙂

[@dodyadkins1796]

The Mission is so very overlooked. 😟

[@alleyeditor]

I saw this tour at The Bayou in DC. Small club that held about 500. You had to be 18 to get in because they served alcohol. My older brother was a bouncer there and snuck me in. I was 14 and planted myself right up front. I could have touched them I was so close. Too bad there's animosity between Geoff and the boys. I would love to see the Operation Mindcrime tour again.

[@davidsirmons]

Queen of the Reich is their 1st song on their self-titled demo release. The songs on that release, their next called The Warning, and then Rage for Order and Operation:Mindcrime were the highlights of Geoff's godlike presence. If you like concept albums, Geoff's searing vocal sorcery and their style of composition, give it a listen.

[@layne701]

It’s so fun to watch your videos very educating and informative. Keep bringing more of your knowledge and joy. Meow🐱 was also funny

[@markfisher2683]

"meow very aggressively".....Oh, I see, it's one of THOSE videos (whu??)....😄......Your videos are always excellently hilarious, Lolli, and informative. Thank you....Mr. Tate is definitely one of my absolute favorite rock vocalists.....happy to see you discovered him again! Take care, and continued success!

[@davidsuttles101]

Yes!! I was waiting for you to do this one!

[@OnBeing3]

Damn! Go Geoff!!!!!

[@maskmedusa]

You MUST DO “Roads to Madness”, and listen to the “Rage for Order” and “Operation: Mindcrime” albums in their entirety. He does such amazing things with his voice, and the band totally rocks, too. They progressed SO MUCH, from album to album as a band in such a short time, in terms of style, composition, melody, and production, etc. from just heavy metal/hard rock, like here, to full-on mind-blowing Progressive Metal that was so unique and revolutionary for the time, and maybe even up to this day. Geoff was a superstar then and almost no one could touch him. Props must be given to Chris De Garmo, who sang amazing harmonies (as you see here, too), and was one of the primary composers and song-writers.

[@purplekat5864]

@@maskmedusa Gosh, you sound like ME! I always go on and on about Geoff and QR. I had to check to see if this was one of my comments. 😂

[@omaramador4669]

For you and for Julia I send a big big hug and kisses 😘. Keep it up my Celtic Queens 🍀🍀🍄🍄🧚🧚🧚🍀❤❤❤❤❤

[@Lancer4323]

Sweet Fairy I always enjoy your analysis and lovely personality, This is a subject of great interest.. Thank you...❤❤❤

[@SteveCoronado2]

This was the second ever song by queensryche as a teenager way back when. LoL!! Geoff was phenomenal

[@charlesmorgan6597]

Julia you’re beautiful and thank you for your reactions

[@McShaganpronouncedShaegen]

Love your uploads. Thanks again!

[@jjshred]

Love it, Lolli!! Thank you!! I feel my mission was accomplished, you used a British comma in the first 2:30. Brilliant!!!

[@cjcurcio]

You can hear the Iron Maiden influence - awesome! Double kick drum - so 80s!

[@migwar]

Didn't think I could love you more, and then you saw a butterfly.. amazing

[@toom6087]

I saw them live so many times. And each time, it was magic. Geoff is out of this world. His voice is unique. Last time I see them live together was in 2009. My fav album is "Empire", absolute killer record. About singing high, you should listen to Sebastian Bach too.

[@Th3Kn0w1ngSt4r]

She already reacted to Skid Row's Slave to the Grind

[@toom6087]

@@Th3Kn0w1ngSt4r Ah nice.

[@kajlennartsson4234]

Thanks Lolli. I hope you have a wonderful summer. ❤ A big hug

[@holo_gram_]

This was perfect btw😅

[@keithlego8057]

That whole concert is on KZbin. A song to check out The Road To Madness

[@pitchygroans]

The exercises at the end are gold!

[@alphamegaman8847]

Hello Gorgeous!😘 At 14:12 I too find Butterflies to be a Delightful distraction!😁 I always feel better after seeing one!🥰 And I dont care who knows it!🤨 Mike in San Diego.🌞🎸🚀🖖

[@ThomasTallant]

this was my favorite band as a teen (40?) years ago, and i could sing this before my voice dropped lol

[@thiagomcs5144]

Would you believe if I told you Geoff Tate is actually a baritone (high baritone actually, but still)?

[@Oneanddone14]

Geoff Tate in his prime was extraordinary.

[@MrDavidznuff]

What a refreshing view for my eyes. A girl with no make up. 🥰 Please we need more of that. You're all naturaly beautiful

[@donepearce]

Julia? I'm worried about Julia. Is she OK? Haven't seen anything from her in six months. Obviously if she has decided to stop KZbin work, that's great. But there are those of us who worry.

[@gwaptiva]

Dear Lolli, if you can, please tell Julia we think of her!

[@snowstalker36]

I know she posted about working on a Doctorate. I can't find a timestamped post about it, but she could still be busy with that.

[@donepearce]

@@snowstalker36 I saw a video where she mentioned a PhD in passing, but she said nothing about dropping out for a while.

[@FabioOsorio619]

You’re literally my focking favorite! Also, if you know of Julia, I hope she’s doing well.

[@dionysos6838]

Question: how high will you go? Geoff Tate: yes!

[@BudhagRizzo]

This was the song that put them on the map.

[@JudyPine-u4r]

I was taught to MEOW and it helped a lot in my intonation.

[@Aussiecris214]

Thaks gorgeous of to bed tho watch later hugs from Tasmania Australia 🇦🇺 ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@glbgrb]

Hey Lolli, thanks for your interesting reviews! Love it! What about women metal vocals like paramore or brutus?

[@Roddrummer]

I highly recommend you do 'Suite Sister Mary'. It's a little on the longer side, but not only do you get Geoff's sublime vocals, you also get the FABULOUS vocal cameo from Pamela Moore, gothic choirs, orchestration, and one of the most EPIC songs ever written. Check it out, thank me later......

[@maskmedusa]

The whole album needs to be done in one go. You shouldn't cut up a concept album.

[@silverblack5475]

I saw queensryche a few times back in the early 80s and nobody was better than Geoff in his prime and I saw Halford Dio Dickinson Gillian , etc .......Floor is the only vocalist that I've heard that's better live than Tate . He also resembled Elvis back then

[@richmcelmeel5430]

Find their version of Scarborough Faire

[@gwaptiva]

Speaking of "after a show", search youtube for Briney Slayes doing this track at and Edinburgh karaoke. PS Ooooh!!! The meowing calls for Rossini!

[@alanbrady6524]

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[@alanbrady6524]

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[@danielelwell2571]

Brilliant analysis Lolli, please take a look at breaking Benjamin, diary of jane.

[@TheOicyu812]

Speaking of Julia Nilon, whatever happened to her? She hasn't posted anything on her channel in over 7 months.

[@holo_gram_]

PLEEEEEASE do Dir en Grey! Vinushka

[@stewjacks1]

I’ve been a Tate fan for years. You should also check out Ray Alder from Fates Warning. Especially his early days with them. Songs such as Silent Cries and Anarchy Divine. Horns up 🤘

[@maskmedusa]

Yeah, the "Ivory Gate of Dreams" suite! Nobody reacts to Fates Warning/Ray Alder either, like TNT/Tony Harnell. Such a shame. My favorite iFates Warning is the entire "Pleasant Shade of Gray" album. Need more love for Ray Alder.

[@RJ-qo6qj]

I met them at Mushroom Studios.

[@justitia257]

Sei Meravigliosa 🌹

[@RobTJ2000]

hi i watched you react to The warning 3 sisters from mexico about 3 months ago,i have been a fan of the warning now going on 3 years now.The ladies have a new album out {keep me fed} could you react to these lovely ladies again

[@Fitzhugh666]

Brittney Slays from Unleash the Archers did a karaoke version in a nightclub in a Edinburgh at an after show party a few years ago, it is on KZbin

[@Fitzhugh666]

Pity the poor bugger who was up after her.

[@BadGuyBlues]

Up!

[@joeyb.8613]

💖

[@JPWokndead]

Ugh such a great song! I sang in a band that did a few Queensryche songs. Can't remember if we did this one at any shows, but I do remember singing it. So much fun! But I can't hit those notes anymore. Not sure what I did over the years, but I lost close to an octave of my range. Ah well. Great video!!

[@marklane58]

The Witcher sound is tough guy disgruntlement. Or can you have just gruntlement? (You wont find Stan Walker doing that)

[@jimspetdragons3737]

If you haven't yet, try She's Gone Unplugged version by Steelheart (D6? maybe?). Also the cover by Tommy Johansson (solo projects (tons of popular covers)/also of Sabaton). Great song. Great voices.

[@bjornbear6856]

❤❤❤❤🎸🎸😎😎🎤🎤👍👍🤘🤘👌👌😈😈

[@josh4106]

all you need to know about this ... the first thing she says is "fuck me ..."

[@soundhealer6043]

Hopefully you'll get round to Tony Harnell from TNT, with the song "Seven Seas"- in F#! I remember bringing the cassette with me to a party in the summer of '84 when all the Metalheads were raving about Geoff Tate, (and rightly so)! I said "wait til you hear this guy, he's better than Geoff Tate". Everyone: "NO WAAAY, IMPOSSIBLE"! Then I put on "Seven Seas", which features Tony hitting F#5's.

[@maskmedusa]

I've been posting all over the place about Tony Harnell and TNT for a long time now. NO ONE will react to them. No idea why. Because they weren't "popular"? His voice was also astounding, but I feel Queensrÿche were better songwriters overall and changed their style much more often, in the beginning at least. "Seven Seas" isn't a great song, but he does hit some high notes. I prefer something from Tell No Tales; or Intuition.

[@hellhound6999]

Lady Wore Black.

[@snowstalker36]

So are we going to get a reaction to Toss a Coin to Your Witcher soon? Along with the original I really like the Violet Orlandi cover.

[@williamg8832]

Yeah, sounding like Mickey Mouse and being able to sing like Geoff Tate are two completely different things. Bottom line, he has a very high register. Singing those octaves comes easy to him back then. Not everyone can pull that off. Certainly the girl on this video wouldn't......

[@romusromulus]

Mickey mouse on a Geoff video? she's got smacked between the eyes very hard.

[@userfriendly9535]

Yeah its my first watching one of her videos and she surely lost me with the insulting Mickey reference along with the other silly mini video clips she added

[@eh.505]

Have you done Bruce Dickinson of Iron Nausen

[@uffe.damgaard.pedersen]

Love your videos! To my ears, his intonation on the high notes is a bit off. It reminds me of King Diamond or Helloween.

[@maskmedusa]

Mate. His intonation on the high notes is perfect. Hence why EVERY reactor is always extremely impressed. Doesn't sound like King Diamond, except that King has a high falsetto, but it's NOT like Geoff's high voice? Kiske is much closer; though.

[@jonatanlanden9786]

👏👏👏 If you like more high metalnotes please check out Tommy Johansson😊

[@stevelloyd6940]

Hi Lolli - Not my cup of tea but very talented. My style is more story and ballad so I was blown away by a vocalist called Tori Holub. You have to review a studio recording that recreates “We’ve only just begun” and you will be astonished and astounded by the voice and the production quality. Her voice is so VERY close to the incomparable Karen Carpenter that the recording was actually tagged by PRS as the original Carpenters recording. Here is the link. kzbin.info/www/bejne/gGqYnZmAptRsjLs

[@anderoria1893]

Minute 1:16 this woman says: "... I have no idea what to expect with another song of hers because the only two she's heard so far...". The editing of this video says otherwise. I didn't think gringos were so brazen as to lie, or is it just a quality of this strange specimen?

[@Knifeguy5]

Please please analyze Emma kok singing "Voila", with Andre Rieu conducting his Orchestra