Helloween LIVE! First-time reaction to Michael Kiske singing "A Tale That Wasn't Right"

Today I'm hearing the band Helloween for the first time after many of you recommended Michael Kiske's incredible vocals. This clip is a live performance from 1992 when the band performed their song A Tale That Wasn't Right.
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[@markwilliams6394]

Michael Kiske is one of the best rock singers and he still sounds great today.

[@Jabberwokki]

He may lost his hair but not his voice

[@user-ns7ez8gy4m]

그나이에 목관리엄청잘한거임 반대로 앤디는 목이 많이가서 아쉬움

[@elaith80]

Hear him a few days ago, he still sound as 30 years ago, amazing!!

[@miguelseyer494]

I completely agree with you, unfortunately his name does not appear on the list of the greatest rock and metal singers in history

[@whywouldigivemyrealname5162]

Saw him earlier this year and they sound exactly the same. Unsure how something as difficult as their style holds up so well but so many other major bands have fallen off. Pretty amazing.

[@metal-adventures-joerg]

Michael Kiske, the Angel's Voice from Heaven!!! Saw him live the first time with Helloween back in 1987!!! He's still one of the greatest Metal Singer! Greetings from Stuttgart, Germany!

[@OberstGenosse]

you right.... but you should listen to Crimson Glory- Lost Reflection as well. Best wishes to you 🙂

[@stefanstock953]

Greetings and Love from Germany. Helloween had a little reunion in 2017, performing as 'Helloween Pumkins United', with first vocalist and guitarist Kai Hansen & second singer Michael Kiske & current singer Andi Deres. They played at Wacken 2017 an amazing show thats worth to take a look. "How Many Tears" is a great song...also the songs "Halloween" and "Keeper of the seven keys"...stay safe, my dear..❤

[@LeonardoPostacchini]

Absolutely! She needs to listen to Pumpkins United, they did such a good job mixing all the singers, truly a masterpiece of a show.

[@antoniocarlin5026]

A "little" reunion? They still on TOUR TOGETHER! jajaja I saw them on the first show they opened the Tour here on my city: Monterrey, México, october 2018...when Michael Kiske do the play back on some songs (video on youtube) Greetings from México!

[@metalmark1214]

Second that.

[@stefanstock953]

@@antoniocarlin5026 😂😂yes, little,...i often like to understate, part of my weird humor., hihi...for me its the ultimate reunion, buddy..(also Maidens ´reunion´ when Bruce and Adrian returned)..i love Helloween & Maiden since1985...stay safe, my friend.....& Saludos a México... Eres imbatible como público, solo el público en tus plazas de toros, eso no me gusta nada, perdón, lo llaman tradición, deportes o entretenimiento familiar. Para mí, esto no es más que una crueldad despiadada y bárbara hacia los animales. 🤘🤘🌈🌈

[@spartanRko2001]

She needs to listen to Gamma Ray too!

[@KlounAda]

"Keeper of the seven keys 1-2" were my favorite albums in 80'

[@OlettaLiano]

Glad you finally get to hear Helloween. I've been a fan of them since the 80's.

[@chasestreet8082]

Helloween has had 3 different lead singers, and lots of bands out there would kill to have any of them. That being said... Michael Kiske has Geoff Tate (of Queensryche) level talent and range. So many great songs out there, and as others have said... They are touring with all their singers now. Hearing Kiske and Andy Deris sing together is a genuine treat. Its honestly a crime that more people don't listen and react to them! Thanks for this video!!

[@emeraldtiger7135]

He reminds me of both Geoff Tate and Bruce Dickinson.

[@j800r_aswell]

@@emeraldtiger7135 A lot of John Arch in there as well. In his upper range for definite.

[@Wikingking]

Moreover, all 3 of them sound great today. The reunited pumpkins are a sight to behold, Deris and Kiske sound amazing together and their range is off the charts.

[@eskopikataival430]

Here's the same song from Wacken 2018. Michael Kiske starts and Andi Deris joins for a duet. In Madrid (same tour) Michael introduced the song: "The next song is about 30 years old. When I recorded it I was something like 18 years with long, long hair. I always wanted to look like Elvis Presley but I ended up looking like Robert Halford..." kzbin.info/www/bejne/nJWsaWdth8qKn9U

[@swabia1554]

this is one of the most unique voices in metal i believe. there is no other voice similar to that.

[@swabia1554]

they just played in wacken almost 2 hrs and this is 30 years later still has it going for him. And there are way more demanding songs than that one.

[@luisnunes3863]

One of the most copied, too. 🤘🤘

[@nikosg9662]

Daniel Heiman

[@zvolencan1]

Glad you got to this very influential band. The song I recommend is long as heck, but it showcases the music style of the band, and you get to hear the other frontman Andi Deris (Kiske was gone for some time, but now he´s back, and there are two frontmen): kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z3TUkn-ng955eqs Keeper of the Seven Keys. And it´s also quite recent (2017).

[@metalstorm7506]

“Eagle fly free” and “I believe” and the “The Chance” are songs where this handsome fella shines a lot

[@g.v.pag.8400]

I suggest also "We got the Right". To me, his best demonstration of skill and power.. goosebumps or tears!

[@metalstorm7506]

@@g.v.pag.8400 Forgot to mention this gem, my bad

[@bronks76]

I would add "I want out" on the first place.

[@metalstorm7506]

Cool song, I love it but it’s way more simplistic and mainstream crowd oriented @@bronks76

[@deportedsouls3165]

This is in my opinion the best singer and best fit in Helloween. A played both "Keeper"-albums over and over when they were released back in the eighties! (Vinyl of course)

[@ingovonderluhe2174]

THE GREATEST GERMAN METAL SINGER EVER !!!!THE Hymn for whole Generation. Nerd Fan since their first EP !!!!

[@damiante505]

Michael Weikath made this beautyful song. Credits for him!

[@SASTORM]

My favorite rock/metal singer ever, beautiful song the studio version is also very good glad someone reacted to this old great song from 1987

[@antivanti]

This song and performance is a great entry to Helloween and Kiske. Next you should check out something from the Pumpkins United world tour. All living former members united. There are some great duets between Kiske and Andi Deris on songs that they've both performed separately with the band before

[@michalp.1484]

Thanks for this stuff! I heard this song for a first time as a boy in elementary school in the late 80's. It opened the door to music for me and I discovered that there is something more than mainstream like Radio Ga Ga or Money for nothing played on the radio or TV. At that time in Poland Metallica was already a cult band, but I was a kid, it was too hard to listen to. Helloween hit me like a thunderbolt. I borrowed the vinyl from a friend and listened to this track over and over again. It changed my approach to music. To hear your commentary on this song was a HUGE pleasure 😊

[@fronthorse]

Oh how much I loved them when I was 13. '88 they were among the bands that started my metal journey.

[@shorerocks]

Thx for doing Helloween. I met Michael Kiske (much later, sans hair), when he was rehearsing in friends rehearsal space in Karlsruhe. What a loveable guy. And the voice... magnificient. 👍👍👍

[@ralphschiefer7576]

If you are a metalhead from Germany, you have to know 2 Bands, Blind Guardian and Helloween, no matter if you like them or not ;-) I do strongly recomment Keeper of the seven keys from Paris live from the Pumpkin united tour!

[@metalmark1214]

This was a great ballad by Helloween. I've never heard this version. Helloween are considered the grandfather's of Power metal, just in case you didn't know. - from an old metal head.

[@luisnunes3863]

Oooops, I have this one in my Helloween playlist, Mark.

[@tasos0140]

I am Greek and you are correct with the pronunciation as well as with the tempo of the intro. Also the high pitched guitar tone sounds a little bit like bouzouki, so there you go... Helloween is a band with great history and amazing songs. Worth checking them out. Love your reactions.

[@kai7818]

The Land Of New Hope. Listen how Kiske pulled that song one would shed tears. Great story between Timmo n Kiske about that song

[@eatshirtanddie]

The most spectacular thing about Michael is how little his voice has aged

[@petetobey3933]

Definitely “Eagle Fly Free,” “I Want Out,” “I’m Alive” are great examples of Michael Kiske’s vocal talents in Helloween, and “Future World” is a lot of fun at the top of his vocal range… and of course, the epic “Keeper of the Seven Keys”

[@murrbinator]

Haunting song. Have always loved this. 😢

[@pachi-hr3nt]

El hombre que canta igual o mejor con el paso de los años,grande kiske!

[@CLIFFLIX]

Another stellar video! I just love watching your smile and reactions. You have such delightful expressions!! More...more..MORE videos!! ! :-)

[@holty2463]

Kiske and Halford my 2 all time favourite vocalists.

[@juyifan7933]

This is a fine song, but it isnt what Helloween is known for. You should check out "keeper of the seven keys" to see what Helloween is all about. Luckly there are good and relatevely recent recordings from their first reunion tour,.

[@jonlate4581]

Epic. Halloween also.👍

[@prchise]

Keeper of the Seven Keys with both Kiske and Deris. Pure gem of superior singing from two top notch vocals.

[@edelcorrallira]

I really enjoyed this video. I got to take a peek into Kiske's bag of tricks. And the reference of a full sound, is something worth keeping in mind when arranging... Also loved the little pause, it did create quite a bit of anticipation. Really an awesome and fun breakdown.

[@satanihelvetet]

This is a great song and a great version! That guitar solo starting at 1.07 is added in this version and wasn't there at the studio recording, but I think it's great.

[@kevincarpenter3428]

I love how you look emotionally moved by the music.thats how I feel all the time with heavy metal.great review.

[@ericviera5120]

I love Helloween! They have a lot of great songs. Thanks for sharing the reaction!

[@AnnaluisaSocher]

Thank you so much for reacting to my fav vocalist and to this amazing song...one of the best in the Helloween catalogue

[@eleonn]

One song with Kiske often looked over is We got the Right. It is great to see Kiske's range, power and stamina

[@Lord_Raptor]

I 100% agree. His vocals on that track are insane.

[@jesuismila9673]

Thank you to the world for adequate Helloween's fans and for loving all vocalists equally ✊🏻

[@geoderek7185]

Nice to see you covering more of the european metal scene!

[@josephstude5638]

Great song and reaction! I love the bit about "strong" - I've always had a devil of a time singing that word and having it sound right cus it's too easy to slip into nasal resonance. I've tried putting my lips a bit to darken it and help push it forward and that works but the way he handles it in this vid is great too.

[@mvsvhitc]

이 노래는 예전에 한국에서 인기가 아주 많았다 나 역시 가장 좋아하는 밴드가 Helloween 이며 항상 그들을 기다린다 😊

[@raulvargas5356]

Loved your reaction. I would encourage you to see something from Helloween from Waken or Pumpkins Reunited where all three singers take the stage. All Helloween singers are AMAZING, yet very different. It is a real treat to hear them together

[@stevechristie2660]

Great review thank you.Michael is one of my favourite singers,along with Ian Gillan.Thank you again 😀

[@ltd9792]

This live was performed in 92 and is not the best live version of this song. Listen to live performances of this song in 87 and 89, which are currently on KZbin. Even though it is just few year earlier than this performance, his vocal capability at high notes is very different. I guess he had aged quite a bit in few years around that time.

[@darkpassenger66]

Michael Kiske, the german Geoff Tate! 😊

[@wesleyingram7020]

I love that you comment on the "music" Love Helloween. They are all together again and better than ever

[@luisfernandosoria1504]

what a lovely analysis! when you say: the way he's creating these vocal lines, I like that he's sort of clips them, they feel so abbreviated at the end of either a phrase or a sentence and so when he has moments of beautiful legato, you can sum it up in one sentence with two clauses: he is really really really a talented singer and he's the POWER METAL'S FATHER. YOU ROCK, THE VOCALYST!!! KEEP ON ROLLING!!!!

[@metalmanny666]

You have such a happy smile. I love it. And it’s so infectious

[@GGSOG]

I love your reaction videos, you have a very likeable personality as well as a calming voice and great analysis. I would love to hear you react to two lesser requested performances from two powerhouse singers with insane vocal power, one of them is "Hiroshima Mon Amour" by Alcatrazz (sung by Graham Bonnet who has a ridiculously powerful voice) and the other one is Michael Bolton singing "How Am I Supposed to Live Without You", your analysis would be perfect for these two songs

[@robertserafin-uc3qn]

It's a shame that this band never got the airplay it should've been. First time hearing this song as well.

[@justitia257]

Great reaction Beautiful Vocalyst

[@hansenlavhansenlavanderiae8498]

Michael Kiske is a monster!

[@helloweenfanmark7811]

You just listened to the, imo, greatest vocalist ever. Do yourself a favor and do a reaction to their studio version of Keeper of the Seven Keys, which, once again imo, the greatest vocal performance ever layed down for a song.

[@adanhdz5481]

the way you feel the music of is exactly what i try to explain to my parents when they ask ,, whay do you like that kind of music,,,but they´ll never understand , you´re awesome nice review of mr MICHAEL KISKE,, PLEASE DO THE SAME AT HIS CURRENT AGE 2023

[@michaelkruska6097]

I recommend the band Gamma Ray (Michael as lead singer) or the collaboration "Kiske and Sommerville"

[@genevee2871]

Kiskes voice is awesome! Maybe next, Eagle Fly Free or Keeper Of The Seven Keys.

[@cay113]

Michael has something in his voice which makes him similar to Geoff Tate from Queensryche in his lower register

[@geegaz1057]

No need to apologise for stopping, rewinding etc 😊 Gives you a chance to analyse and say what you're thinking in that moment.

[@froggy5935]

Kiske and Hansen also have another band...Unisonic. The song Exceptional from live at Wacken in 2016 is a MUST view. Kiske's range is still like this and he's in his 50s!

[@7hkey]

Kiske covers "Blue suede shoes" it's on a bonus track/single b-side on Helloween's "Pink bubbles go ape" album.

[@Musicvault2k6]

An interesting choice for a first reaction to Helloween. I enjoyed it! I would highly recommend that you check out "How Many Tears" from their Pumpkins United tour. Why? Because you'll get to experience all three of the vocalists they have had over the years, and also some amazing high notes from Michael Kiske, almost 40 years into his career. And I feel that Andi Deris, who replaced him in the band is a highly underrated vocalist. Other, more common choices to react to are "Halloween" (just make sure you don't do the edited official video for the song) and "Keeper of the Seven Keys." Helloween is pretty much responsible for power metal becoming what it is, and I think Michael Kiske belongs up there with the metal greats (Dio, Dickinson, Halford, etc...).

[@ferroviedeltrentino2300]

beautiful analysis! Mic was little more than 20 yrs old in this performance, so everithing is more than amzing 😲

[@marviosantos]

Great video as always! But I am sure many other already have said this in the comments by now. You have to check out their "recent" live version of either "Halloween" or "Keeper of the seven keys". It is quite simple the Iron Man triathlon of singing! :)

[@o.d.7558]

One of my alltime greatest metal-ballads - so damn good!!🤘

[@trusabaka9747]

Just FYI: Sirtaki is actually a relatively recent invention in the grand scheme of Greek traditions. While the dance incorporates elements of traditional Greek dances like the syrtos and hasapiko, the specific choreography and the famous music by Mikis Theodorakis were created specifically for the 1964 film "Zorba the Greek."

[@vojtechpsenka]

Michael he has a tenor type voice and possesses an almost 4 octave vocal range, as he is capable of reaching extremely high notes (A5) and low baritone notes (E2) as well

[@antoniooyanederperez5810]

Great band United tour Madrid Awesome Please don't forget Diana Navarro it is another style but incredible voice too the song cuplerias performed live in gala premios Ceres is absolutely incredible

[@felipecampos3045]

OMG!!! hell yeah!!!! check out their pumpkins unite live as well, it is amazing. the sound quality is really good and they play with 2 singers nowadays ;)

[@maskmedusa]

LOVE this band, and have seen them live a few times. They are always excellent, especially with both singers now... if you're interested another somewhat similar voice, but even more powerful, check out any early stuff by TNT with Tony Harnell, especially from Intuition.

[@scostat]

They're great. My favorite singer.

[@djclabbe88]

As everyone says, you have to look in to the pumpkins united live 😊 It's strange how they can sound even better 30 years later, and vocals are insane! Here's Halloween by Helloween kzbin.info/www/bejne/jHK5lnpqgLhjgK8

[@alxhades6231]

02:04 You nailed it miss.

[@popohartopo1019]

Great vid❤ 👍👍

[@tann7843]

I just love to watch him on stage!

[@themoldred]

Great band... "Forever and one" is another beatifull song and "the keeper of the seven keys" are a madness roller coaster.

[@BigFireDave]

I was kind of wondering if maybe the intro was caused by a problem with a mike. After the first word he backed away from the mike and the guitar solo played while a roadie ran out and changed the mike. Got to love the roadies. That was the first thing I noticed in the video.

[@Requiem4aDr3Am]

check one. check one. sibilance. sibilance

[@frankj10000]

I thought he was taking the acoustic guitar away.

[@user-fl8eq7of8t]

Hello from RF. Nice smile. Incredible!!! I'm just inloved... I did not meet such a beautiful person. Really. I won't have no sleep tonight...

[@Tilbily]

Kiske still is an amazing singer. Thats a testament to not getting caught up in hard living. I remember reading an interview decades ago where he said he also enjoyed singing Arias. His voice and style often does seem operatic. If you get a chance, check out their song Keeper of the Seven Keys. It really features Kiske's range, as well as that of the music they made from their early era. But it gets a little more " metalic".

[@redwelder]

Saw them in 1989 he’s a great singer Love that Kiske is back in Helloween

[@Macovic]

There all kinds och rock and metal but this is what rock and metal is all about, in my opinion. Very good comments and instructions btw. This is their trademark.

[@SimpleFolk-ov6uq]

Saw them at donington monsters of rock in 88 bloody brilliant

[@eduardocervantesaca]

Kiske is my favorite metal singer. I dont know, i just love his tone and phrasing. I have seen him live three times, two with Avantasia and the other one with Helloween and he was fantastic.

[@316tash]

Hi,this intro is known as “heavy metal Enka” music in Japan. Japanese people feel like this tune is sounds like Enka , modern traditional Japanese pop music.

[@georgepanathas2009]

That was live in 1992. Theres a rare live that goes even higher on the last chorus. You can react to his incredible performances and songs like longing,do i remember a life? and the key to the universe...all these are top of the top 🔝🔝🔝 along with others the most well known helloween. Listen to painted an amazing pop rock track 😎😁

[@karenrestingwitchface11]

In the middle of a heartbeat 💓

[@BobbyGarza-cyberbug]

Nice review! He's the best! Listen to the tones to the ballad he sings "KEY TO THE UNIVERSE" ...Mind blowing!

[@slimsantilli4476]

I saw Helloween open for Anthrax and Exodus in 1989. I've been a fan ever since.

[@Yorcen]

Helloween is the greatest band ever. Period.

[@PSYWARRIOR71]

It would be interesting to hear your take on Andi Deris (Kiske's replacement) singing the same song. He has a raspier voice, but his vibrato sounds less forced. Here's a good version: kzbin.info/www/bejne/laXFm6WZq5aejqc

[@RicardoMarlowFlamenco]

Fan of Deris as well, but for technique listen close to his “eee” vowels at 2 minutes, the quick “be” in should be strong, and at the end last “feel”…. all that is pure falsetto very easy to manage. Kiske will never do that ever, and is much harder. Now listen pumpkin United every time the “eee” comes it’s obvious who sings which part. I agree that despite the easier approach, Deris always nails the pitches dead on… kiske more robust but going flat. Kiske is also almost twice as loud live.. and I don’t mean mic volume.

[@juanaguirre4833]

Michael Kiske is a beast. I believe he was like 19 years old here. Check him out now in his 50s and bald, and joined by his now band mate Andi Deris who is great in his own right: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nJWsaWdth8qKn9U And speaking of Michael and Andi singing together, this is a must see reaction video for you: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jHK5lnpqgLhjgK8 (their epic song Halloween from their United Alive tour)

[@JerryM710]

I am only 4 videos in to your channel but I am really liking your reactions. Might just be my new favorite. I would love to see you do a reaction to King Diamond. Anything off of the Abigail album, but since it is a concept album (one of the best, in my opinion) seeing you do the whole album would be awesome. Anthem to the Estranged from Metal Church is another great song/band. That song is an 9 and half minute masterpiece about a homeless person. You should definitely check it out. Another good band from Germany (aside from the awesome Doro Pesch and her band Warlock) is Perzonal War. Their 2004 album Faces is great from start to finish. And, of course, more Jinjer please. 😀

[@DerEchteBold]

Oh my frick, I think I haven't heard this in 30 years or so!

[@jeffreyhender5272]

Oh Bethany, PLEASE do "Halloween" live from the Pumpkins United tour!!

[@sw5713]

I want out, one of my fav songs

[@Danysh01]

If you like this one there's another German band who's Halloween inspired their music back in the day that band it's called blind Guardian and its song the bard song live hope you can reacting as well some day great Kiske's vocal analysis btw.

[@cryptoking7093]

As good as he is here, he's usually even better! You can tell from the beginning he's struggling with his voice a bit... but he's a powerhouse! And on album, forget about it, one of the best!

[@jarkkokyntaja4073]

Very great ! Been a fan of Helloween and Kiske from the very beginning. That was the young lad there, but, he hasn´t lost much, very capable and unique singer he is, still. Try someday something after their reunion, live performance get´s you three singers, not just one, if you choose wisely. Michael Kiske, Andi Deris and Kai Hansen are legends on their own and together, well, check it out. Oh, covers ! Yes, he may be the reincarnation of Elvis. Very good Elvish voice, deep and velvety, he has.

[@majesty4817]

elvis presley + bruce dickinson = Michael Kiske, uno de los mejores cantantes de la historia del Heavy Metal

[@TheBrightWingRocker-jf7ij]

And also Geoff Tate..

[@vicmartone]

Elvis was not a great singer. He was popular famous for other reasons

[@cankatdx]

I love Michael Kiske.He still perfrom e flat .After years

[@gustirock]

Kiske is the best voice in Metal IMO growing up with Dio, Halford, Dickinson, Stanley etc this guy is the best and still sounds the same today 🤘🏻

[@drefk1973]

He has nothing on Bruce. Get real

[@kimstinky7869]

I love Bruce too…but Kiske is at least his equal vocally

[@Aussiepappy66]

Beth, Love your reactions!! Would love to see you react to Tommy Johansson's version of You Raise Me Up. Sung an octave higher or so. Insane falsetto.