Royel Otis cover Sophie Ellis-Bextor's 'Murder on the Dancefloor' for Like A Version

Royel Otis cover Sophie Ellis-Bextor's 'Murder on the Dancefloor' for triple j's Like A Version.
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[@triplej]

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[@Ben_0000]

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[@CharlotteMaguire-t8h]

This^^^!!!!🎉

[@birdcosmik111]

❤

[@peachfreude]

Up on spotify when???

[@David-rw7gh]

It's online via Spotify!

[@girlbythewillow]

Why is this so ridiculously addictive

[@matheussanches6964]

Theres something about the dude’s behaviour, he kinda pulls you into the song

[@andrewdevlin6587]

It gives off the same energy as the DMAS like a version of Cher, both go hard 👌🏼

[@flamingflesh5976]

@@matheussanches6964 He's so babygirl, and his voice is so clear and smooth aaaaa

[@matheussanches6964]

IKR! hahahaha its as if the dude was mating hahahahh @@flamingflesh5976

[@Mario_11]

@@matheussanches6964definitely

[@alanna1087]

his voice is so unique. it gives such a 2000s indie rock vibe!!

[@willburney456]

YESSSSS

[@quentinfowler9093]

is it just me or does calling something unique then relating it to something kinda contradict….. (i like it too not trying to be rude)

[@jobro9390]

@@quentinfowler9093I can liken two authors while they are still unique, don’t you think?

[@quentinfowler9093]

@@jobro9390yes all individuals are unique and can be compared. but they chose the least unique “vibe” from the time period. He’s got a great voice that is considered unique because i haven’t heard anything like it before not because it reminds me some other style or genre. so over all i disagree

[@Itwas2007]

Yes, he sounds like every indie rock band around 2005-2007.

[@skye1550]

his voice scratches my brain in all the right ways

[@JTeezi]

His voice reminds me of a pre pubescent girl. Absolutely 💩

[@Je_ku]

Good, deep, scratches.

[@dylanjk5946]

Yea sorry Sophie he did it better

[@jacobcastle2741]

checkout Briston Maroney

[@mydogsbestfren]

just did a month in jail, had this stuck everyday, not complaining. and im a hip hop head

[@King_NL]

I love the introvert charisma of the singer

[@chosentobedifferent6242]

How does the charisma of somebody determine if they are an introvert or extravert?!!

[@theMiltonrb]

PHOEBE BUFFET LIL BRO

[@chosentobedifferent6242]

@@theMiltonrb Explain your statement, please, instead of just using incomplete phrases. How do I know what you are even talking about??

[@lizbeth.gonzalez]

Agreed!!!! It’s so cute

[@aracelipenelope]

@@chosentobedifferent6242 Puede ser que sea extrovertido pero la forma en la cual se desenvuelve al cantar, la posición de su cuerpo, su mirada, su ropa, todo indica que es introvertido

[@skyeclark9237]

Bruh hes killing those vocals so hard while looking absolutely unbothered and relaxed

[@LockoRockoFTW]

because it's pre recorded and he's lip syncing..

[@skyeclark9237]

@@LockoRockoFTW bruh I'm not 5 man I'm fully aware of that I'm just saying he's got a nice voice

[@MichaelBryant-yc9xo]

@@LockoRockoFTWit’s funny cause you’re so confidently wrong

[@LockoRockoFTW]

@MichaelBryant-yc9xo triple j has pre-recorded these for the last couple years. They aren't live anymore.

[@emiliajonsson1891]

There is something so charismatic about this guy’s voice

[@margaritakmp]

and also he's so fkn hot

[@DichardSwagBoss69]

Am I the only one who thinks he sounds 12? 😂

[@savannahmonahan3683]

@@DichardSwagBoss69it gives Mac miller vibes. The dude has a sound that I can’t describe other then talented af

[@DichardSwagBoss69]

@@savannahmonahan3683he sounds like a 12 year old

[@marko1395]

It's also partially how effortless it seems to him. Can't not love it.

[@mcelliejohnson1992]

The nonchalant vocal slaying is what’s doin’ it for me ❤

[@MA-zg2pz]

No chalants 😊

[@toobcheck]

He is hot 😏😏

[@MikeNolan_Councilman]

​@@MA-zg2pz pinch my salt reference?

[@dylanrexbaker]

It’s insane 🤯

[@alexherndon9995]

Liam From Oasis Vibes

[@lisatangkai]

otis standing there as if something else just caught his attention, seemingly completely half-assing the entire song and yet belting out the vocals so effortlessly clean, not a single note that's off, absolutely magnificent

[@RadiantWebsites]

Right? This is so accurate.

[@MrEL91N]

He sounds great but don’t forget this is produced and edited with multiple takes to get the best sound.

[@RebeccaSoares-f1y]

​@@MrEL91Nit's live on radio

[@user-vg1tt3vg9y]

​@@MrEL91N So confidently wrong

[@MrEL91N]

@@user-vg1tt3vg9y confidently correct. Look it up.

[@BebeKnockout]

I just CANNOT resist a singer that doesn’t perform. Just sings. It’s so refreshing. I mean I love all that dancing licking the microphone doing faces and all that as much as the next guy, but my god it’s nice to just watch someone singing a song without ACTING and being so performey.

[@ranjaevensgard8501]

Licking the microphone doing faces, what artists are you watching?😂

[@unknownperson-yh7bd]

Dominic fike singing bags by clario😂

[@user-ht9pe5ow9g]

@@ranjaevensgard8501 mick jagger , Marc bolan, lady Gaga, give me a performance any day

[@Codirna]

he was just really cold

[@helenablackcat]

YES!!!! He's absolutely WONDERFUL!!!! All of them are!!! 😍😍😍😍😍😍

[@B3lovedines]

It’s them all standing there awkwardly at the end like they didn’t just absolutely murder the track lol

[@paulallen6992]

These guys are very technically proficient musicians. The drummer especially kills this. Also, great work on the mixing.

[@nataliebaker4528]

yes agreed

[@lomuus]

I dont know what it is, im dont know anything about music and i generally don't pay attention to individual instruments in songs but the drummer hypnotized me all the way through the song

[@asaphtalmor3019]

but why no bass?

[@harryarmstrong7238]

​@@asaphtalmor3019 pretty sure the keys are covering the lower range so you wouldn't need a bassist necessarily

[@Bumholewizard]

@@asaphtalmor3019the original has an awesome bass line, definitely a shame it’s not included here

[@kathleenjessop]

Absolutely perfect vocal match for this cover - they could not have picked a better song for his voice (and range)

[@juanjoserodriguezpalafox513]

Auto tune

[@jens2049]

Tf ​@@juanjoserodriguezpalafox513

[@carter4597]

Agreed

[@birilol]

@@juanjoserodriguezpalafox513you don’t even know what that is and how it even works

[@parko3327]

Backhand that compliment gurl hahaha

[@HearszAM]

I always find it incredibly refreshing when artists cover songs where the original wasn't released in the last ten years. Great cover!

[@seatedovation4982]

It’s super popular now tho, so it’s certainly a strategic song to sing

[@Heroesrules1994]

Its number 12 on the ARIA Charts this week thanks to being included in the film Saltburn. Very timely choice.

[@MonticArckeys]

It's in Saltburn so I don't think too much digging up went into it

[@haydencooper_]

I do too but this is possibly the biggest LAV cash grab attempt ever if you realise how much this song has been popularised again 😂 it is one of the least refreshing like a version choices ever.😬 I would've refused to cover it. Post your comment in the Peking Duk and Julia Stone 'fall at your feet' video. That was a refreshing cover and it kills this one.

[@newearthling1111]

@@haydencooper_I totally understand where you are coming from. But I had never heard of Triple J, or Royel Otis before this cover. Now I have been listening to all of the different covers on this channel. Love it. Sometimes, popular music brings in fresh energy and new fans.

[@Sharon_54-w6u]

I’m 70 years old but fan-girling for this band and cover.

[@jhonrodinediaz6726]

What would he feel if he saw your comment!! If I was him I'd feel happy and laugh

[@Ickrandall]

56 here! 😮❤❤❤

[@TimEric4d3d3d3]

I'm 109 and this song had me dancing. Now, I must sit down for a while

[@jobellybo]

63 and same 😂

[@MattyHCAFC]

That guitarist just chugging away bringing the groove, what a fantastic cover

[@TimEric4d3d3d3]

luckily he didn't kill the groove

[@trippdawg3337]

Got his inspiration from Kurt Cobain the jacket and hair anyway

[@drx1xym154]

@@TimEric4d3d3d3 -- I am Groooooooot! We are Grooooooootttt!!!!!

[@vitorcampos2314]

Bro this hits fucking hard, that core indie rock guitar + high vocals, amazing

[@VamboMarbleEye]

Hard, seems easy?

[@ericwitter6170]

193 bros validated, "Bro this hits hard".......

[@estherlilly101]

Literally cannot stop putting this on repeat

[@eryckaferretiz2424]

Such a sick way to cover that song. It totally brings a different vibe which is refreshing but totally pays tribute to it as well! Just WOW.

[@caleb700]

I love how seamlessly he can switch from singing to sing speaking and its just so flawless. His tone and pitch are like always perfect. It's incredible and so interesting and makes for such a lovely vibe.

[@Taibete]

His voice is literally 80’s perfection

[@retr0_nation389]

I lost count on how many times I’ve had this cover on repeat 😅

[@liznicole1466]

At least 100 times 😂

[@jmmardonez]

@@liznicole1466 I just added it on sportify, best possible cover for this song

[@tylerwinfrey3703]

I have listened to this an unhealthy amount of times. So. Damn. Good. 😭

[@rosc0e581]

Same here, it’s getting etched into my brain 😂

[@erbsndspoices]

I've never heard of Royel Otis but this cover absolutely bangs

[@caseykauffman1006]

Definitely gonna listen to more of them now 🔥

[@Jork005]

Same, 😂

[@lars396]

Pleaaaaaase listen to everything they have, they're so freaking talented

[@Danielle28796]

This guy and his little sweater paws! What a cutie. Killing it! 🔥

[@muffinfiend7398]

I respect that they stuck with the original lyrics and didn't change them to things like "girl, just come along". A confidence that wouldn't have been present 10-15 years ago.

[@PieOfEpicness]

I remember listening to a male band cover 'I Kissed A Girl' by Katy Perry twelve years ago, and they changed boyfriend to girlfriend, so it became a song about a guy cheating on his girlfriend rather than a woman exploring her sexuality :/

[@Blkizbuteeful]

​@@PieOfEpicness wait.. so you'd rather she cheat??

[@Fishywethole]

I imagine he simply loves the song and never thought to change a single lyric. Are you hoping hes gay or something and why does that matter?

[@RyeziHD]

@@PieOfEpicnesswho gives a shit

[@Duvli]

@@PieOfEpicness You don't like men exploring their sexuality?

[@benjaminmoore8688]

Otis’s voice breaks my heart and builds it back together bigger and happier than ever before with every lyric he sings.

[@Megan-1014]

👏🏻 He is amazing!!!

[@ausmusicscene]

danced around my castle naked to this.

[@fernhausluv44]

*dances vengefully and with an unbridled naked lust*

[@katedaniels9020]

Same 😂

[@biketickler65]

Edged an aristocratic family to this

[@Hannah_Klttn]

Slurped bathwater to this

[@Filminformer1984]

Fingered my best friend’s sister while her aunt irma visited for this.

[@CollegeMusic]

Get this on Spotify!!!

[@emilybalcerak7861]

please!!!!!!!

[@TheGadgetbadger]

Tidal, amazon, Spotify the lot ASAP 😂

[@oleksiiparkhomenko44]

yeeeah

[@Gdurnsbkf]

Just got added!

[@patrikkolek1196]

its there now !!!

[@CARLOSFLORES-mm5fg]

Just discovered this guy tonight. I'm totally blown away. I'm totally in love.

[@petecampbell6117]

They are a duo: Royel Maddell on guitar and hair in face and Otis Pavlovic on vocals. Their musical chemistry is fire!

[@CARLOSFLORES-mm5fg]

you're right it is a duo

[@TcSomers]

Incredible rendition of the song. Also just enough reverb to enhance the track and not make it feel cheap, excellent work on the crew all around. Also mad props to the guitarist for really giving it all, and the engineer for letting that all shine through. Just a fun listen. I love you all..

[@NAWWWDEDE]

Holy shit this is good. This might be the best like a version we've seen for a while.

[@jaja-wg3si]

The van mccan's and artic monkeys ones are my fav

[@jaja-wg3si]

Besides this one

[@ryN0515]

​​@@jaja-wg3si PUP's Like a Version of "You Don't Get Me High Anymore" hits like that for me.

[@kathleenjessop]

MUNA did an astonishing cover of 'My Heart Will Go On" and Peach PRC's version of 'Everytime We Touch' deserves an honourable mention, too.

[@BFDIDavidFan69]

What a great cover!

[@TeesonPeethon]

Royal Otis just hits this song different. Even their swag hits different it's like they're not trying to impress anyone but they killed this

[@timothyfoley3]

Why did I just realize how incredibly attractive the lead singer is 😅😏

[@anangsss]

i can clean entire house while listening to this on repeat 🕺🏼

[@sammontesdeoca5240]

Omg yes! Same lol

[@callummoodley6311]

That snare is perfect 🤌✨️

[@whisperofrobocop3215]

О дааааа👍

[@jamesreed2888]

Ikr??? I'd like to get into drums but don't know the second thing about them. How would you get that sound?

[@nicholaslengyel]

Its partly because hes playing on an expensive kit that already sounds good. The other part is how the drums are recorded and mixed. Drums are great! Good luck with your music making. ​@jamesreed2888

[@setnomA]

It really is pops

[@FoardenotFord]

10/10 cover - guitars, drums, synth, vocals-everything was killer

[@oxydiva]

never thought i’d hear a cover song that sounds better than the original

[@trayhannah9471]

2000s Nostalgia vibes so hard!

[@mimaaly]

im loving that 2000’s music is making its comeback this singer has such a nice fitting voice as well.. very addicting

[@jordanmcmaster4765]

This is like one of those magical music moments that surpasses insane talent (which they absolutely have) and incredible song writing (which it absolutely is). Looks like the Royel Otis felt it too. Amazing cover!

[@morgandemone2929]

One of my favorite "like a version". They absolutely killed it!.

[@eastwood4006]

Someone who grew up with early mid 00's indy music, this is amazing. I first heard a clip of it on the radio at work, thought it might be Florence and the machine or something. But wow I am glad I was wrong, I discovered a new band! They have done a fantastic job with this song. What a great voice for a sound like this 👍👍👌🔊

[@TentinQuarantino_]

Australia is so cool. They’re always both 10 years ahead and 20 years behind everyone else. And their animals are amazing and their people are attractive. I fell in love with INXS, Men at Work, Crowded House, Powderfinger, Grinspoon… Back to Olivia Newton John

[@emmagee1990]

I love that non-Aussies love this!

[@josecarloscardona]

OMG I need this on Spotify! I'm such a fan of Sophie Ellis Bextor and this cover completely honors the original version!

[@Miyukified]

The same here

[@royelotis]

It's up on Spotify now!

[@andrewgoodbody2121]

God I think it's far better and I was there for the first one haha

[@dylanturner2063]

i think this cover is gonna really blow up. love royel otis

[@DJpepable]

Discovered these guys with this cover. What a cool voice! Multiple songs are on repeat!!!

[@RogerCapellan-e4y]

This man voice just make me go to heaven for a minute

[@ksmbb]

Absolutely obsessed with his voice

[@jlaw7842]

I like the original for sure. But WOW!! This is incredible! Incredible is not a strong enough word! His voice is so beautiful, hypnotic, I could listen all day. And the way he sings/performs so nonchalantly and relaxed I can't stop watching and listening. I am completely in love with this cover. I can listen to his voice singing this song 24/7! Hypnotic is one of the words I have heard people use to describe his voice and I agree! I think I am in love! Congratulations to Royel Otis! Wonderful!!

[@BrentusMusket]

that last chorus where royel starts backing, 'on the dancefloor' and otis gives him a side eye just as he's singing; 'you better not kill the groove' :D

[@DillyBlue]

I was listening to this like "it sounds like if Murder on the Dancefloor was a New Radicals song" and then I remembered this song was written by Gregg Alexander, lead singer of New Radicals!

[@katinlove]

U rigght!

[@liam3284]

That makes so much sense

[@bef2993]

Whatttt! No way! That’s awesome haha

[@JoeliVidiri]

Co-written

[@DillyBlue]

@@JoeliVidiri Of course! Wasn't my intention to imply otherwise!

[@theaceofscrubs5014]

Perfection all around. A completely perfect groove.

[@tallyroth9908]

Obsessed with this vocal

[@EdgarGomez-fb7zk]

Obsessed with this song

[@lyswiley4794]

The way I’m obsessed with this!! I neeeeed this on Spotify yesterday 😫

[@danrandall3302]

it'll come out like a month after its been put on youtube

[@sebastiaanladan8886]

It’s out now guys

[@danrandall3302]

@@sebastiaanladan8886Liam Gallagher pfp!

[@toddjenkins7945]

I heard this a few times on the radio when we were in Philadelphia for a sled hockey tournament. I had to hunt down who it was. Incredibly catchy!

[@gabimussack]

they killed this cover, reinventing this song so naturally. something about live covers just cures the soul 💌 can’t wait to hear more from them - love from LA

[@3catbros]

I am so addicted to this. And possibly in love with Otis. Omg 🤦‍♀️

[@ellisnicholson5914]

I’m sure it’s the way he says dance floor that makes my ears happy 😂😂

[@mvinycius2656]

Rapaz eu já tinha perdido as esperanças nas bandas de hoje mas esses caras me fizeram acredita quanto talento parabéns rapaziada 🎸🎙️👏👏👏👏

[@mcremy111282]

Dudes voice is absolutely amazing

[@clarelw]

I was getting ready for bed and decided to listen to this. Now I’m wide awake and can’t stop dancing around in my room

[@cloebe]

the vocalist face the whole time: 🥱 me, all through out the song: 🕺💃 😭🥹😁

[@GroovyKitKats]

This is an amazing cover! They keep that groove strong. Amazing singer, drummer is solid, love it

[@marweck]

On a forever loop listening to this song

[@arealamericanpatriot1227]

Great tune fits all age groups. This one will still be popular 10 years from now.

[@chloeshaw8605]

This is elite. I loved the original but oh my god I’ve had this on repeat and can hands down say this is now my favourite version. Such a vibe. Immaculate! This is the song i needed to welcome me to the new year

[@jamieeglowstein5649]

one of the best covers on like a version!!!!

[@alexcontreras6103]

The way they arranged the main Chorus is so much better, loved that they added it to the intro and an extra towards the end. The original only plays the main chorus 3 times.

[@iluvsnooker07]

Glad someone noticed it, just keeps a continuous tempo. love how on the 3rd chorus they kinda paused and burst in with the drums. class!

[@bartoszKasperek]

They didnt wanna to kill the groove 😊

[@yehheapsmadaybut]

It's how a lot of pop songs are arranged now.

[@JordyTaylaa]

what a banger! his voice is so unique !

[@wendhyrodriguez1472]

Such a fresh rythm and tune. I'm keeping this for a lifetime.

[@anna_step]

Day by day I love this version more and more. Back here for a week 🤍

[@dphush]

Gregg Alexander does it again, what a legend

[@BloxburgByDesign]

We can all thank creepy Oliver for this masterpiece

[@EBattousai]

Heard this track on the radio driving home tonight, immediately listened to both the original and the cover, both excellent tracks! Keep it up!

[@DanielleA2023]

God-given Voice ❤❤with a better crew & production...✨

[@taneishaelise9664]

been waiting patiently for these boys to get the recognition they deserve!!

[@druiddria]

Perfection! Can't stop listening✨

[@vman7321]

What a groove

[@PEDMAN0216]

Such a cool Jam...Got that 70's Vibe...

[@EchosHeart2018]

I just heard this song for the first time today and now I can't get it out of my head!! Why is it so addictive?! I heard the original but this version is waaay better!!

[@avahopewell8951]

Please PLEASE chuck this on streaming - I’m actually begging you so bad 😫😫 this is bloody phenomenal

[@_MJ_x]

This is SUCH an excellent cover 🔥 can't wait to have this available on all platforms hopefully

[@josephalaguna]

Great song. Great musicianship.

[@friendly__drone9352]

Talented group of musicians

[@arkadiuszrogala1359]

Damn his voice and delivery are perfeft

[@criverr]

Amazing version 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@Stacey-p7u]

Hottest 100 number 1 2024 !!!! I'm calling it now ❤❤❤❤

[@ИдаСеменова-ч1п]

Yes, yes, I'm supporting you😅

[@doublethreetv7177]

One of the best covers Iv heard

[@Chillyjams]

DAMN! I’ve listened to this more than 10 times on repeat now.

[@TheStoneMaidens]

I can't stop listening!!!

[@neilkermack6509]

Have had this on repeat all day. Spotify ASAP please!

[@el-eezkori4l7.77]

A Great Version, This One hey , Greetings From Mexicali Baja Mex.

[@samwmenz]

The amount of times I watched this today. Legendary cover

[@joeldetail]

absolutely the best, I listen to it all the time 😍

[@holly4425]

That GUITAR RIFFFFF AHHHHHHHH so so so goooooood

[@nathaniels2210]

Fire cover!!! His voice has a similar tone to Sophie Ellis and the harmonies are perfect! Awesome cover

[@aemanuel_x]

The voice just fits so well with the og's vibe