RENegade Vocal Coach Reacts: REN-‘The Tale of Screech & Jenny’

[@joyplant6275]

Ren is so special,I was a victim of domestic violence and managed to escape .The line that always brings me to tears is "Do you think I want to do this"my abuser used to say that.Outstanding creative artist Ren showing people the other side of life as well as the happy side.He is a master of words and music😮

[@saragates2255]

Yeah... That one got me, too ❤️‍🩹

[@jorice5528]

Yup! Of all the hard hitting lines, and the way he slaps his chest, that’s the one that punches the hardest. Big loves to us survivors, it was not our fault ❤

[@carlahelin5203]

I’m sorry you had that in your life (I have too) but we both got out! Yes Ren is spot on!

[@rockyroad64]

I'm with you. "Do you think I want to do this Violet?" Always gets me. That combined with the way he slaps his chest as he says it, makes me wince and kinda jolt. It's painful to hear.😢 Ren does this really well.

[@emmanx011]

That gets me too... 😢 But I left, after the "first hit", after two years of psychological Abuse. (But I was pregnant, so my son actually saved me, before he was born.❤) To protect my baby, made it "easier" for me...I think.

[@TwinkleToestheBerserker]

I missed the premiere 😫😫😫 I was a Violet for too long. I also almost died! Ren's music, these Tales specifically, helped me get away from being Violet as I staggered out of my grave and said "Not like this. Never like this." It's a long road to recovery, but I'm on it. Thanks for the love, Tim. The reactions to the Tales have given me a lot of tools for healing, including the knowledge that it is never, ever, ever the abuse victim's fault for being abused, no matter what their abusers say Also, I saw you catch the off chance laugh in the background. That timing was incredible

[@ultraredd]

Much ❤ to you.

[@spruce381]

Glad you survived ❤️. Love how Stevie blames Violet - so real.

[@TwinkleToestheBerserker]

@@spruce381 The realest

[@brandijones6624]

😥❤️

[@karlalyne3558]

Me too, it definitely resonates with me ❤

[@garthmckeil9539]

I have watched a number of "Reactions" to this piece.... I must say that your breakdown and quick uptake of the theatricality and use of music shifts to move the story along... is top drawer. You got the technicality without ignoring the raw emotional value of the pieces. I have great respect for your coverage. Thank you.

[@patriciaobrien6600]

Love and agree with this comment! ❤

[@Jason_xofilos]

I concur.

[@Ayns.L14A]

The representation of the cycle of violence portrayed by the stairwell is brilliance

[@barbaralawrence6226]

I'm sharing this over on Ren's Patreon reaction chat! SO excited!

[@TimWelchVocalStudio]

Awesome, thanks so much!

[@TwinkleToestheBerserker]

I'm here because of barbara because I never remember to look at community tabs This is going to be amazing, I just know it

[@barbaralawrence6226]

@@TwinkleToestheBerserker Cool! I forget, too! That's why I posted over on Patreon. This one isn't to be missed if possible! Hope to see you there! 💖🙋‍♀️

[@barbaralawrence6226]

@@TimWelchVocalStudio My pleasure!💖🙋‍♀️✨

[@staceyjayneplatt9527]

See you Tim in the comments in 47 hours!! Excited for this one 👍🔥🔥🇬🇧🇺🇸🫶🏻🫶🏻 one of my favourite 👍

[@AnitaTsenova]

Not every generation have the opportunity in life to witness person like Ren, he is to say the least a living legend and I'm glad that I have the honour to live in this world as the same time as Ren ❤️

[@jadedllamas]

I’ve watched countless reactions to the Tales at this point and one thing I don’t remember anyone calling out is the change in accent or articulation he uses. An example would be at the beginning of Violet’s Tale with “London ci-iy, far from pri-iy,” where the Ts are a glottal stop instead, which is indicative of a London accent. That opening seems to be from her perspective with his eyes scanning the room in confusion. After the wind forward, the Ts in “London city, far from pretty” are articulated because that moment of perspective is coming from the doctor whose elocution would be different from a girl growing up in a council estate.

[@Shelleyc1972]

I also love the guitar rewind then when he's jumping forward he fast forwards. So clever. Tricky tricky.

[@notasheep4255]

That is brilliant ❣️ I too have listened countless times and that difference in pronunciation only registered subconsciously as different and with more bitterness in the end. Thank you for drawing this and the interpretation to our attention ❣️🙏

[@andrewwallace4481]

Never get tired of this Trilogy it is so captivating

[@beverlywest7627]

There is NO ONE like Ren out there today. He is unique and real, that's why I adore his music, in all of the different styles and genres he performs. Amazing.

[@lynette.]

He is like a medieval minstrel brought up to date (they were the news spreaders of their day. Jennys tale was prompted by a newspaper story and people saying its such a shame then a few months later came Screeches tale then it was nearly 2 years later he released Violets tale tying it all together. Masterpiece. In UK unknown bodies are Jenny and James.

[@garthmckeil9539]

Their version of John Dow and Jane Doe?

[@LiannaBabeli]

@@garthmckeil9539 Yes, the UK's version of the US's Jane Doe and John Doe.

[@garthmckeil9539]

@@LiannaBabeli ... and Canada's Jane and John... 🙂

[@patriciaobrien6600]

​@@garthmckeil9539Yep! 😊

[@brucegorst8005]

Consider how the newspaper headlines would read the next day. "Brother Unknowingly Kills Sister in Attempted Robbery." Or "Bizarre Fratricide Ends with Police Shooting."

[@-RalphSpencer-]

Can you imagine how many strings this man has broken in his life? He flat out abuses them. Beautifully.

[@NZWozza]

We saw one explode on the 'angry car park attendant' video 😅

[@TimWelchVocalStudio]

Hahaha!

[@frankquinn6872]

Great reaction as always Tim - what a piece this is! Totally agree that it's so notable that Ren, someone who lyrically has the ability to say so much, also uses silence (and stillness) so effectively. This is particularly evident in Violet's Tale, with the way he lets the "I'm sure her mother knew" line hang with any music for a beat; how he stops walking and allows the camera to move away from him on the "you see Violet, she was pregnant" line and, my personal favourite, Ren moving from stumbling to regaining his balance right on the line " the doctor soon regained composure" - genius! While we are swept away by Ren's guitar skills, his acting ability and his storytelling, it's easy to forget the each part of the trilogy is a one-take. Who else can do all of this?

[@kellyt5341]

Nobody....how about in VT...he is playing a detailed part on the guitar, he is rapping, speaking poetry and singing while walking AND is looking at the camera as he is coming to a stop. His body is working on muscle memory, his guitar playing is using muscle memory on another section of the brain and then he is rapping/singing his words and concentrating on them because he needs to act the part and bring the specific emotion to that section. WoW.....he is a musical genius.

[@darkmatter6714]

He packs so much story in, you can fill several pages with it, then blows your mind with the very last line!

[@odiesml]

I caught something on this listen at the very end where Violet is pleading with the doctor: "Please let my babies stay alive." The s at the start of "stay" disguises the fact that babies is plural and protects the dramatic reveal in the last line. Ren is a genius!

[@rebeccaburnell9319]

My preferred interpretation is that Violet DID say "let my baby stay alive" - that's how Ren writes it in the lyrics - because she hadn't had any prenatal care due to the violence in her relationship with Stevie, so she had no idea she was carrying twins. However, it does work so well either way!

[@obsidianred9833]

I've always heard it as baby, I took it as an indication that Violet couldn't go for prenatal care. Just another part of this horrible cycle.

[@PChuu22]

Violet's Tale was my first introduction to Ren, via a clip on TikTok. I had to hunt it down, and I watched the entire Tales Trilogy and just knew I needed more. The Ren Rabbit Hole has been one of the best experiences of my life. His songs have helped me in so many ways, and I just love watching other people be touched and changed by them. That's part of why I keep watching Ren Reactions...and yours continue to be some of my absolute favorites. Thank you so much for letting us come on this journey with you.

[@optimistinmyprime]

The intro to Violet's Tale is the best musical thing ever ❤tough subject matter though. Thanks Tim

[@rebeccaburnell9319]

Agreed 💯

[@MizCriz46]

Actually what you hear in the background during the outdoor part of Violet's tale is seagulls. Brighton is a beach town.

[@Punatik]

And the shoot was delayed because of rain, so it was early morning when this take was done.

[@brandymoran9646]

Wow!!! I always heard this as sirens as well and was amazed at the good timing. But now listening after reading this, I hear the gulls!!

[@anastasiagreene5967]

❤❤❤

[@horsnpony365]

I grew up by the ocean there’s no mistaking the calls of hungry sea gulls. The timing of their calls was perfect during the brief pause. I’m glad they just left them in. The sounds anchor the story to life in the present. There must be a pier nearby and a fishing boat or ferry came in, or there’s a processing plant and the gulls got lucky. I love Ren’s live videos. They’re just a whole other level of brilliant.

[@jessicakoster2543]

​@@horsnpony365I'm guessing there were a lot more seagull sounds in the original recording and Ren edited them all out except for these ones. The sound of the seagulls emphasizes Violets quietness.

[@brasstacks7181]

Not many reactor's catch that Jenny worked the streets. Your creative antenna is high tech. LOL Always love your insight. This trilogy is such a modern day Shakespearean like tragedy and Ren really is a modern day musical Shakespeare. If I could sit and talk with ANYONE, I would choose Ren. I am fascinated by his depth and wisdom. He's such a uniquely creative soul. You took the words right out of my mouth...Fascinating!

[@Jinxy44]

Wow. Wow. Wow Mind blown. Perfect reaction, “I need to go look at a blank wall now.” Thanks❤️

[@arielbussart1305]

The way I see the cell phone scene.... we have to remember that Screech is 14, just killed someone, and is looking for safety. He's freaking out. Ren does have a back story that alludes to the idea that his first buddy is hooking up with his girl, but to me it shows the REALNESS of the chaos trying to find way out of what he just did.

[@kujobeatdown]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/eHqmp413iJZ5iJI/watch?v=BICvZAS1FR0&t=360s

[@fionaashton1738]

I totally agree. I know the lore about Patrick & the girlfriend but, more than that, I see a scared & panicking kid in that moment. That's not to excuse what he did but I really don't think there was much forethought or planning or consideration of the consequences.

[@catherinerobbins3887]

I keep finding myself smiling just watching your reaction. You get it. You get that ren is a once in a lifetime preformer and good lord am i beyong happy im around to witness. ❤❤

[@BryanRobinson-z5m]

A couple of points in 'Violets Tale', when Ren is singing hauntingly (in the bed), looking around as if confused, he is portraying Violet waking up in the hospital confused; also, many reactors miss that at the foot of Violets bed is a sign that says, Violet, Bed 3. Also, at the end of Screeches Tale, Ren sings, "our story it (ends) right at the (start), 2 bodies lying one street apart" is an Easter Egg, relating to Violet giving birth to twins, "two twins, aligned side by side"; they were born on the same day, lying side by side (beginning), and died on the same day, lying one street apart (end).

[@Lloocii]

To your last point, it's an interesting use of bookends in Screech's Tale. "Our story it ends, right at the start." At the start flipping convention and then ending the tale with, "Our story it ends, right at the start." Flipping conventional ordering and mirror flipping the start like he did in the beginning. Another tidbit that is interesting. In Violet's Tale, the audio manipulation of Ren's acoustics mirrors Violet's situations. When she's trapped within the cycles of abuse, the camera is close, and the audio acoustics are closed in. As she "escapes" the cycle moving out at 16, we've moved out spatially introducing more acoustic reverb. And then back in close again as the abuse starts again. Intentional? Idk, but knowing Ren and Samuel's body of work, I'd say it must be.

[@matmachin9992]

It's one thing that most reactors miss and I love the start of Violets tale, to me it seems obvious but that might be because I've watched it 49 million times 😂

[@kujobeatdown]

The art of drawing perfect circles

[@heatherg7057]

As someone who survived abuse from both my parents and then husband, this one makes cry every single time. But its cathartic tears. I escaped it finally but not everyone does. Love Ten and love your reactions. ❤

[@cherylrobbins715]

Thrilled you appreciate Ren as much as I do, as many of us do.

[@juliesmith7023]

I can't play the guitar or sing. Half the time I can't walk without tripping over my feet. How he can sing in different characters, play guitar and walk without k!11!ng himself is astounding.

[@Punatik]

I’m right there with you, stumbling around, lol. Every time I listen to Back on 74/Message I’m in awe that it went from idea to filmed in 10 days. I could have 10 decades and not get past the idea stage.

[@frankoconnor806]

Agreed 👍 I think it’s amazing to watch him perform Animal Flow. He walks backwards down stairs while rapping with ease. Peace and Live from Australia 🇦🇺

[@MissMeKate]

One of the things I love so much about your reactions to Ren is that - unlike possibly any other reactor - you also have such a varied career regarding genres that you see and hear influences nobody else would, and have additional insight into how incredibly so many things have been woven together. Simultaneously unconventional yet telling stories that are universal. You understand the craftsmanship of something like this. Ren and Sam have said they have a concept for a Netflix show, and the Tales form part of their proof of what they can do. One day they're going to blow the whole world away. ❤

[@LoutTsu]

Ren has said he's actually written multiple episodes, but doesn't want to try to sell it until he knows his health is stable enough to see the project through.

[@alimac1469]

Rock the world !

[@carinmiller9211]

Hell, YEAH! Thanks, Tim. I missed the last two premieres in real time because of work. Unfortunately, it will be the same today. I just know you're going to be blown away. Just remember... it's absolutely okay to cry. We all do. This is a big one, filled with layers upon layers, and Ren executes it perfectly. I'll be with you guys in spirit! Love & Light, my fellow RENagades. 🫶❤️🫶

[@TimWelchVocalStudio]

💛✨🙏🏼

[@stray_rae]

This one grabs onto your heart and doesn’t let go. 💔

[@belinda35]

Such a great reaction, Tim. You break it down like no other. Such insight. Thanks. ❤

[@davidcommons1328]

The use of the natural acoustics of the halls and stairwell in violets tale is also amazing, the calcuation of placememt and timing are fantastic, note the marks on the floor and walls..so much to concentrate on while performing

[@lanaschaf]

Thanks for this brilliant reaction! 🙏❤️ Especially you mentioning Three Penny Opera blew my mind!! Love it, listened to it so often and never made the connection😮 Maybe cause I always listened to the original German version? In any other reaction I've seen so far (quite a lot I guess😂) noone mentioned it. And of course there is Pirate Jenny! Makes me appreciate the tales even more. ❤

[@marvelous4363]

As a Renegade I have seen probably 100+ reactions to this but yours is honestly the best ever. Ren is a once in a lifetime artist .

[@TimWelchVocalStudio]

Aww thanks! ✨🙏🏼

[@ankerbraut101]

I squealed when you said Threepenny-Opera! I tried to convince Peter Barber to react to the tales by describing the tales as a modern Threepenny-opera. Unfortunately, without success, but maybe he will do it in the future. 😊 What I love about your reactions is that you not only understand all the musical details and influences but also the lyrical power of Ren's work. I can't wait for Ren's next tales influenced by the story of dutch painter Van Gogh!

[@lynette.]

Loved your reaction to the end. Just as dark as the three penny opera.

[@Lladra]

You had me at Three Penny Opera. I have to go re watch it now. I have watched umpteen reactions to this and with your insight have discovered much more. Thank you. Well done.

[@TimWelchVocalStudio]

🙏🏼

[@Mezzystar1]

Ditto. I personally haven’t seen a reaction to this that mentions Brecht - though they might exist outside of my own YT viewing, of course.

[@wolffhenry5751]

I think the police sirens you thought you heard are actually seagulls (I'm sure this was shot in Brighton, which is on the sea). Great reaction!!!

[@sandrag8656]

Ren gives me barde (minstrel) vibes, he instantly pulls me into his stoytelling. So gripping (is this the right word, or should I say captivating?). I also love how he plays guitar, it fits so perfect... That's really beyond brilliant. He's sooo special! Also love your reaction! ❤

[@TimWelchVocalStudio]

💛✨🙏🏼

[@gabbyhayes440]

Tim you always have the best reactions. I just know he will be watching, so I would like to let Ren know we are all pulling for him to get well. This world needs your light.

[@danic9304]

OMG - i've been saying since i heard this trilogy that it puts me in mind of threepenny opera - you're the first reactor i've heard make that comparison. also - pirate jenny's song is straight fire. I particularly love the German language version as sung by lotte lenya

[@notasheep4255]

Yes, yes, yes❣️❣️❣️

[@stepfordreject]

So look forward to your reactions to Ren Tim really enjoy your facial reactions and knowledge 👌🏻🥰

[@jenniferanderson1499]

72yo Ren-egade here. I've seen several reactions to this work but no one has analysed the scintillae of music and theatre that Ren employs the way you have. Nothing is accidental, everything is there for a reason. I remember the first time I heard this and found myself in total denial and grief, it was so real. I often wonder where music can go as it sometimes feels like an exhausted medium. Ren shows the way. I grew up through the era of rock opera and know the power of theatrical, musical storytelling. I'm glad that Ren has reinvented musical theatre and that it resonates so broadly.

[@TimWelchVocalStudio]

Yes! I agree. 💛✨🙏🏼

[@Breyguhn857]

'beyond brilliant' quite right Looking forward to seeing more of you Renegade Tim ❤❤❤❤

[@krikat3485]

Wonderful reaction, Tim! Many of us think Ren is a genius for coming up with this trilogy. It was written over time, and each improves upon the last, but it is a piece of writing skill, stripped down production, cinematography, musical masterpiece that demonstrates the amazing virtuoso that is Ren.

[@debthecpn]

Can’t believe you haven’t done this yet? Bring it on. 😂

[@michaelwalsh7359]

4:53 WOW! Never seen a reactor make that connection with Jenny first time through!!! I tip my hat to you sir! Sure many come to that conclusion after the fact but never the first go! Impressive ear my friend!

[@Mina-sn5qg]

The Swedish translation of the play is called Tolvshillingsoperan (12 shilling opera). I did the role of Mrs. Peachum many years ago 😊 Fun but challenging with Kurt Weill. I also associate Jenny, with that character in the play, although I remember her as quite tough. James/Screech might have belonged to Macheath's gang, if his character had been in the play 🙂 I experience Ren's work as a mix of the Twelve Shillings Opera and Alan-A-Dale telling stories with his lute in Robin Hood 😊

[@Mezzystar1]

That’s so cool.

[@noelward1367]

The Brecht/Weill comment was fantastic! Never thought of that

[@zoeymrs]

Thanks for the reaction and chatting with us.❤

[@sandford65]

Great reaction Tim - just a little surprised that you didn't highlight Ren's use of different acoustic environments in Violet's Tale. I always find it interesting/amusing that even the most pedantic of breakdown reactors shift through the Trilogy (and Hi Ren) from starting off with purely technical reactions to invariably ending on purely visceral/emotional ones - this, to my mind, is the highest compliment to Ren's art, that his message invariably transcends the medium he employs to share it, even though (in fact, because) that technique is exemplary.

[@kellyt5341]

Same...after 100's it's always the same. Even the most dedicated music/voice coach/instructor/teacher forget all about that as soon as Ren stands up from the bed in Violet's Tale...😂

[@kellyt5341]

Things like "This wrecked me" on the reactors headline...😂

[@NZWozza]

Yeah there's just so much to talk about, and it's already a 40 minute video. I imagine Tim could talk for hours to say everything he wants to say about these.

[@TimWelchVocalStudio]

I will happily absorb a comment like this if you are willing to sit through me doing a true deep dive! I am constantly restraining my analytical mind when I do these things. I could go so many layers deeper on my analysis than I do here that it’s crazy. I’m going to start to do that here and there actually. I’ll do extended breakdowns for you super hard-core people you might like it. There’s so much more to talk about.

[@akakiospelekanos7637]

​@@TimWelchVocalStudio Black & Blue = Violet

[@PeteFindsObscureStuff]

Great reaction and breakdown Tim. Thanks!!

[@callmeeley]

I remember that feeling when I first experience this too, yes I was the same, shock, awe and chills, the Ren effect ❤

[@AgnesPerditaX]

Screech's backstory: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eHqmp413iJZ5iJI kzbin.info/www/bejne/gX7EfXuFedOYa8U And a great reaction, Tim, again! Thank you. 💙

[@AnnClark-g3t]

Thank you, these are fantastic.

[@yilomina2047]

Thanks for including these! I've always thought this was brilliant marketing on Ren's part.

[@kellyt5341]

I think that article about Ren not being a "BardCore"..... is he is MORE than just a bardcore. But he is absolutely a bardcore on steroids while performing the " Tales"

[@AlectoHawke]

This song really showcases his heritage being Welsh. They have such a long history of being amazing story tellers, and bards. They use to have festivals to celebrate and tell stories that still go on to this day. He amazes me with every song he does and how he's such a brilliant wordsmith.

[@AgnesPerditaX]

So thrilled! I can't wait! :o) 💙

[@In_42_Space]

Again awesome reaction. That ending still gets me even after having watched people react to this numerous times.

[@biodorkus]

You know it's a great reaction when I had no idea I'd been watching for 45 minutes! The Tales are so heavy, but so incredibly well done.

[@DusCostea-kt1dg]

Same reason as his friend not being available when Ren was knocking on the door (girlfriend and best friend together) 😉🙏💪🐝🍀🇬🇧

[@staceyharris4937]

I didn't put that together!😮

[@Chrisinpommyland]

Yes!

[@DusCostea-kt1dg]

@staceyharris4937 also Ren explains how Jenny felt something in the air that particular night. They say Twins have a special connection and that's why she felt something in the air 🤯👍

[@seth1455]

​@@staceyharris4937maybe, it's just a guess

[@falloncj]

Outstanding reaction man. You did a great job of conveying what and why you were enjoying these pieces so much. You're absolutely spot on with how effectively Ren transitions between characters and scenes using silence or a guitar jump. Not sure if you caught the use of the knocking on the guitar in Screechs Tale (I'm sure you probably did but didn't mention it), or also after Violet is beaten, he reversed the hands of time scale to return to where he had taken us back in Violets tale, just masterful storytelling.

[@KarenJones-ce2no]

Loved watching this with you. Thanks x

[@Shelleyc1972]

I cant walk and chew gum if i want to stay upright and here he is playing super complex guitar riffs walking down stairs. I also love in Screechs tale when the camera is circling him. Thanks for a great review and very helpful.

[@NZWozza]

Honestly, I would only watch a 40 minute reaction by a handful of reactors. Listening to your insights, and seeing your joy made the time vanish. Love your passion, but also how you back it up with knowledge and experience. Will skim through in a second to remind myself of the Oprah you recommended - sounds interesting.

[@robertovasquez1538]

FINALLY!!! YOU ROCK MAN, KEEP EXPLORING THIS RABBIT HOLA CALLED RENAGADES!!! 🤘🏼🎶

[@TimWelchVocalStudio]

More to come!

[@christinehutchinson767]

Great reaction 💐❤️🕊️🇬🇧

[@barbarahatcher5942]

Tim!! Your reaction, analysis, and expertise is so appreciated. We always learn from you I’ve watched 1000 reactions to this but you bring a perspective and knowledgeable appreciation that is unmatched. I swear I could hear your heart pounding on that first run through of Violet’s Tale. I have said many times that Ren has brought us something we’ve never seen before. That is really hard to do in the entertainment business. Thank you so much for doing what you are doing. You’ve gotten me through some lonely nights and I’m always better for it.

[@ChrisLawton66]

6:09 Yes! You're the first person I've seen make this connection. I think it's even more apparent during "Screech's Tale". Thank you. You help make me feel like i know what im talking about.

[@Emilie-one]

This was such a great reaction musical breakdown ❤❤❤❤

[@heartwork8318]

All the guitar intros remind me of a traveling minstrel it sounds more medieval 😊the only thing missing is the lute! Your intuition during the story was dead on! Happy Halloween 🧟‍♂️🧛👻🎃✌🏻🫶🏻

[@belindamelville2270]

Ren❤❤❤❤

[@Snoeflekz]

I just want to add that Jenny's Tale was first released as a digital download back in 2015. That is four years before he made the video for it, which was released just before Screech's Tale in 2019. And then, three years later, Violet's Tale was released in 2022. So it was not a pre-planned trilogy, but a story that evolved over seven years.

[@annegreen9499]

I’m so glad that you picked up on the similarities to the 3-penny Opera. I thought of it as soon as I 1st heard these & commented but no one else picked it up. I love his use of instrumental “mini-overtures” to introduce each Act & how the instrumentation fore-shadows & mirrors the lyrics & subject of each piece. I’m totally amazed by his compositional ability. His use of rhythm, tempo, harmony & lyrics to word-paint is brilliant (not to mention his use of the acoustics in his vicinity). It’s so impressive. I do agree with your other subscriber though. REN isn’t a Bardcore musician. Bardcore’s a genre of music where they use medieval/ancient/traditional instruments that have largely fallen out of use & sing in dead languages such as old Norse, Anglo-Saxon, Latin etc. They often take contemporary songs & make covers of them, although they also write & perform their own music too. Examples of a few Bardcore musicians are, Hildegard von Blingin, Algal the Bard, the Miracle Alinger & Beedle the Bard. You should check out some of that genre & the difference between REN & Bardcore is quite obvious. I think REN’s forming his own unique multi-genre category of music. I’m so captivated by his music & his ability to seemingly tackle any genre. He’s immensely talented. Thank you for your reaction I really enjoyed hearing your thoughts.

[@rebeccaburnell9319]

This - but I don't think we're gonna be able to get people to stop labeling Ren bardcore, as much as it irks me that the term is being used.

[@Wkd183]

Yes, love the overtures with his guitar playing at the beginning of each parts of the trilogy.

[@annegreen9499]

@ Yep, that’s the issue with labels I guess. I’d much rather folks in general focus less on labels & just concentrate on the wonderfully diverse music. At the end of the day it’s really not important, or necessary, that he fits into a particular “label/ box”. I think the fact that he doesn’t conform to any one easily definable contemporary genre makes his music far more intriguing & demonstrates his talent & diversity. xx

[@hollyspeckle]

There are melodies in these pieces that sound medieaval, and Ren is very much playing the part of a modern day bard in the Tales, so I can see why it could be called bardcore, even if other examples of the genre are different. Words are our servants, not our masters (a piece of sense I picked up from Richard Dawkins’ writing). I also got the impression that part of Ren being described as bardcore comes from him also being likened so often to Shakespeare - ‘The Bard’.

[@annegreen9499]

@@hollyspeckle I agree with you, especially in this instance when he's performing The Tales. I was commenting on Bardcore Artists because Tim has mentioned it a couple of times & I thought he might find artists in that genre interesting & because other subscribers had brought it up previously but hadn't given him any examples to clarify what they'd meant. I agree too that labels aren't always helpful & can lead to unwanted limitations. I think REN's music crosses & combines so many genres that it's a huge breath of fresh air (& incredible talent). It's wonderful to see an independent musician who doesn't "fit conventional industry labels" successfully exercising their creativity & bringing such diverse, well crafted compositions to a wider audience. I first heard REN when he and Sam released Blind-eyed and it's so fantastic to watch him receive more recognition. I hope that more people find his music & he's able to continue to follow his passions.

[@badwolf1587]

I've shared to the groups, I'll be sure to be here!!!

[@mrdarengilbert3907]

Tim, I don’t even know how many “Tales” reactions I’ve watched…. An unhealthy amount probably, it’s an addiction I know. But I want to say, this reaction of yours is one of the best if not the best. Thank you 🙏

[@TimWelchVocalStudio]

Cheers thanks so much!

[@obsidianred9833]

It is hard to process, even after a year of watching. I cry most for Violet. Thanks for doing this, it was great to hear your thoughts on the whole thing, but appreciate your commitment 😊 One thing though, ive heard this come up before. Pretty sure I walk the road to my house 1K times a year, and I wear heels , def not a 'lady of the night' though. Just don't see it as a logical conclusion. Maybe a car based society is different 😂 . Anyway thoroughly enjoyed this Tim an Ren are always good company, thanks 😊🎉xx

[@jasonremy1627]

Ren did a series of Instagram stories that gave more context to the songs.

[@CaptainDonato22]

These are dark tales but oh so needed in order to shine light on the shadowy subject matter. I love how Ren is giving voices to Jenny and Violet. Neither of them speak during the horrific events they both endured during their tale (though Violet does plead for the doctor to save her baby). Too often victims of such dark acts are silent (Violet), or silenced by those that commit the acts, or silenced by wrongly self-inflicted guilt, shame or fear, or silenced by societal stigmas, or actually die in silence (Jenny and Violet afterwards). Ren is allowing them to be heard and giving a voice to Jenny and Violet and all those that suffer through real-world trauma and have lived through unimaginable darkness. They deserve to be heard and their voices matter. Wonderful breakdown, analysis and reaction to Ren’s dark, yet beautiful, masterpiece of a trilogy. It’s amazing to see how Ren’s work has inspired you and so many others, and how you’re likewise providing inspiration to those around you. Brilliant job 👏🏻 ❤️🍺

[@TimWelchVocalStudio]

Cheers! 👊🏼

[@juxtapoxymoron]

I have watched a lot of reactions to this one and no one has made the comparison to the Dreigoschenoper which was my initial angle too. Great reaction, cheers from Germany 🤘

[@TimWelchVocalStudio]

Thanks!

[@LinMonash]

Yes. Incredible Theatre Pieces. Street Theatre, Songwriting, Master Lyricist,Rapping ( kind of even slam poetry in patches!) Acting, Narration... Producer/ Director, Location, Audo-Design + Post-Production. Ren wears so many hats at once and switches between them & characters so fast it's simply breathtaking. # I'm no expert on Bardcore, developed very recently in the UK - & probably there are various forms - but from my shallow dive into it most Artists are resurrecting old Medieval tunes, musical styles, using older instruments of the time. Some even dressing up for performances in period costume. # Whereas, REN is a polyglot creative sponge! He synthesises all types of styles / genres, then moulded to enhance his story telling within an Intro & Outro Bard/ Minstrels Structure, all his own. I guess we could call it RENCORE! 🎉 # AND beautifully tailored to today's Multi-media tastes / consumption. When you look at this Trilogy in its entirely the words; Innovative and Masterpiece seem barely sufficient! YES, His love of Reggae comes out in the cadence / flow - even accent in the Narrrator role, while being delivered in the style of a Medieval Town Crier. Which, if not so brilliantly done and seamless, would be kinda hilarious! ( I doubt there were very many Jamaican Minstrels or Town Criers around back in Medieval England! ) 😂😂😂 # Screech BTW, is frantically on the run, after knifing Jenny. He's desperate to get off the streets and into hiding. Patrick isn't home and the ex-girlfriend doesn't want anything to do with him. We can see why! So, here is this 14 y/o boy, pumped up with adrenaline & high, - already habitually puffed up and defensively aggro- to survive out on the streets - suddenly confronted by a police officer. Feeling cornered he immediately attacks. While the policeman, who has no clue why this boy is suddenly running at him with a knife ( Jenny hasn't even been found yet? ) has to act. So... To Content. # We all now recognise that Ren is not only a Mega-talented creative artist but also a Powerful Social Commentator. He shines a riveting spotlight on the social ills that we prefer to look away / click away from. He said he heard the news about a young prostitute killed by a street kid and was saddened & disgusted by how quickly this story faded away from public consciousness- out of the relentless shuffle of the 24/ 7 News Cycle. He was conscious that if these had been the children of 'prominent citizens' the coverage would have been FAR greater. He was saddened abd angry too. Ren cares. He wants his audience to care also. He brings us right into frame - to stand as Witnesses! NOT to murmur vague platitudes like; "Oh what a shame..." and then turn away. He says; "No! Look HERE! These lives MATTER! We KNOW how innocents like Jenny, Screech & Violet get set onto pathways that lead them to becoming victims / perpetrators, so WHY aren't we doing more to stop these tragedies?!" You are correct Tim. Ren is a Change Agent.

[@TimWelchVocalStudio]

Thanks for this! 🙌🏼💛✨🙏🏼

[@EddieChan88]

Great reaction! I've heard this trilogy so many times I can almost recite it! This breakdown was a warm, genuine connection to the art. 🤌

[@TimWelchVocalStudio]

💛✨🙏🏼

[@Hope-cm8fb]

I woukd like so much to watch Your reaction to Ren's duet : ✨Penitence. And thank You for today's trylogy.💙🌎 This is amazing how Ren was able to create and draw us into the story. With himself and so few tools, he created an image, every character, movement, emotion. He touched the most sensitive strings in us....😞🌎💙✨

[@lunadyana3330]

Haunting

[@86billionneurons]

REN-ovation of the mind he does. Tim what a great breakdown. 🎉🎉🎉

[@TimWelchVocalStudio]

💛✨🙏🏼

[@anniegwillymwalker1902]

I always think that the opening sections sound like medieval bards! I really didn’t know that is a “thing”! ☺️ Re ‘s storytelling is beyond great. ❤

[@SandraP3796]

Ren is just the best. Your reactions are just the best, thank you ❤

[@TimWelchVocalStudio]

💛✨🙏🏼

[@Sunrise68-h5r]

Seven Sins is amazing

[@zuzanson75]

Heavy...and beautiful...well said. Thank you Tim for another great one.

[@a382453]

OMG, what a great reaction at the end :) Thank you so much for sharing your heartfelt reaction!!

[@TimWelchVocalStudio]

Thank you, such an amazing piece of art.

[@andrewphillips3973]

At last a reactor who immediately picked up that Jenny was working the streets...bravo sir!

[@chrisbeleski5913]

I've been patiently waiting for you to do the Tales. Something told me it would be fantastic and you did not disappoint! Awesome video!

[@TimWelchVocalStudio]

Thanks Chris! 🙌🏼✨

[@piwaka50]

Thank you Tim, one of the best artfully balanced and heartfelt reactions to this trilogy I have viewed for sometime. Ren's performance is outstanding and, often because of how this draws us in, the absolute genius of Sam Perry-Falvey, Ren's long time friend and videographer, is sometimes overlooked. Sam's brilliant work on focus, e.g. closeup on Ren's eyes at 'pinches the eyelids and folds them up' is just amazing camera work - particularly as these pieces are each a live one-take whilst on the move through alleys and a building. Also many miss the wee easter egg - the hospital bed Ren is on in the opening scene of Violets Tale: 'Bd 3 Violet', plus the 'guitar wind time forward again' at the transition after the beating scene. One of the top reactions for this one. Kudos. Kia kaha from NZ

[@sallymclachlan3005]

Its a whole new new genre of entertainment. A whole musical using the intimacy of our small screens. I just hope that it is lucrative enough for Ren to continue making this incredible art and that Rens health allows him to do this, as and when. Thanks Tim, I always learn something from your reactions.

[@cathywethington5913]

Your breakdowns are always so good. ❤❤❤❤❤ Ren made an Instagram promo video for this that's interesting to watch which seems to suggest that there is something going on between Screech's girlfriend and Patrick. He says in the comments section that that little video got him into trouble with some of his fans. The girlfriend and Patrick also show up in the video for the Big Push's Why My Woman

[@sarahloves2hike]

Loved your reaction!!❤

[@newf1388]

Whenever I watch this I can't help but notice how the narrator throughout all the tales is pretty steady and calm but at the end of Violet's Tale he's like stumbling around and seeming unsteady like even he's affected strongly by this.

[@redzwestisbest]

Also recommend the '360' live audience busking version of this trilogy. Really shows how easy Ren performs live. the video is on his KZbin channel

[@matthewschreiber2421]

OMG you haven't seen. This one yet. Oooohhh. I can't wait

[@simplysimon9868]

Great reaction Tim!! Alas poor Jenny, Screech and Violet we knew them well. Very much Bardcore. A modern tragedy that hits hard. With little money Ren and Sam made this awesome tales. The neighbours shouted 😄😁 It nearly backfired as Ren did a build up where Screech stole his phone and uploaded videos. People unsubscribed and friends blocked Ren 😄 KZbin even threatened to stop Rens channel at the time. Screech wasn't a nice person. He treated his girlfriend badly and Patrick, his friend fancied the girlfriend. So when Screech called, Patrick was at the girlfriends pad.

[@andrewwallace4481]

Ren is so so creative on this it is epic !!🙏

[@Tteaspoon]

The more i watch these tales (many, many times so far 😁) the more blown away i am, from the lyrics, to the music, the delivery, the amazing filming and use of the environment. Im dazzled every time. Go Ren and team! (Great reaction too) 🪩❤️

[@bkcin86]

I love that you listen to each part in full before going back to deep dive/react / it allows you to get the full experience of how the story breaks down. Too many reactors stop every 15 seconds on their first listen which I think means that they miss a big part of the beauty of the story telling. It was clearly designed to be listened to as a continuous flowing story. Keep up the good work! Money game trilogy soon??

[@TimWelchVocalStudio]

Thanks! Coming soon.