Unmatched creative simplicity... Ren's Fred Again Mash Up performance is astounding

I had to immerse myself in @Fredagainagain before this premiered, and I now have an even greater appreciation for both of these innovative and emotive artists. @RenMakesMusic truly takes his inspirations and makes them his own! Free Voice Lessons: chrisliepe.com/free-your-voice/
Watch the original again without interruptions:
• Ren - Fred Again Mash Up
Here's that @nprmusic Tiny Desk Fred again performance:
• Fred again..: Tiny Des...
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[@chrisliepe]

Learn how to free your vocal expression like Ren has so you can make amazing music. Join my free course! chrisliepe.com/free-your-voice/

[@josienorton273]

Can you please teach me how to sing like Alice Cooper please?

[@Tessimistic420]

I thought I had already joined but I joined today ❤️

[@Tessimistic420]

@@josienorton273 my dad is friends with Alice my brother went to school with his daughter

[@Tessimistic420]

One thing that you know.... Pick a Ren track if you want to smile or cry. I do both almost every time ❤️ day 291 without drinking

[@What-lt3lj]

So, i like ren. But i LOVE Fred Again. Like, i listened to nothing but him for over a month. His boiler room set is my workout playlist. I'm autistic, and i am very bad at processing emotions. And the main way im able to just dwell in emotion and process what I'm feeling is music. And sometimes I listen to specific songs if i want to feel a particular emotion. Fred Again made me feel in ways i didn't even think were possible. And Ren just fucking broke me, man.

[@sharis9095]

One of the best things about being a Ren fan is he keeps introducing us to music (and musicians) we might otherwise never hear. I love that he wants everyone to shine.

[@Hexenkind1]

If anybody is curious about the "Fred Again..." songs he "mashed up" there they are as follows: - Jungle - Delilah (pull me out of this) - leavemealone - Clara (the night is dark) - Angie (i’ve been lost)

[@shirleywenlock-hot7460]

Thanks for this! I haven't had time to listen to Fred Again so now at least I can start with those.

[@Hexenkind1]

@@shirleywenlock-hot7460 Have fun trying to figure out which parts ren used from every song. :D

[@JoH4LH44]

Cheers for the list. V helpful.

[@chrisliepe]

Thank you for this!!!

[@captainusagi]

Absolutely lost it when he hit leave me alone

[@sateentuoksu]

Don't know but the ending repeatedly makes me cry. The voice, the look out of the window, the looks on his face and the almost choking and trembling at the end. 🥺❤

[@fledits]

Great reaction Chris! There is a video of Ren from his Twitch stream where he just jams some great songs (it's called ''Ren ~ Spontaneous Stream Jam''). I think it would be a great reaction because it's 100% raw.

[@shellymiller1248]

Agree. So good.

[@MissMeKate]

Yes please!

[@tony1kenobi929]

So much this

[@Musiklife.9049]

Been waiting patiently…😂

[@CaroleHall-ib1jw]

Oh I loved this , great insight and explanation thanks xx❤

[@catherinerobbins3887]

Cliffbeats said people will connect with this in a big way and thats because ren connects in a big way. Almost more than the original. It hit me hard and i wasnt expecting it. Hes just so good. Not technically perfect but i say throw perfect out the window and hail the new broken as perfect. ❤

[@DeadWirePromotions]

One of the best parts of his guitar playing is u can hear when he misses a note or some other imperfection. It sounds more real & authentic compared to over-produced guitar playing.

[@JustMe-dy8cp]

What I love most is that Ren said he learned so much from you, Chris. And now you're listening to him explaining how much he's doing right. Kind of circle of voice and admiration and learning from each other. It's inspiring to see that even a professional can still learn from a self-learned professionalist and see the amazing things he can do.. Does that make sense?

[@BorderlineWarriorPrincess]

Thank you so much for actually doing research on Fred and watching his tiny desk concert. I was getting really frustrated watching other reactions and people not even realising these were covers of Fred’s songs and crediting Ren for the lyrics. I love Ren, but Fred is also an absolutely incredible musical genius and I wish more people would take the time to watch his studio live performances and tiny desk concert.

[@GarnetJ]

The Tiny Desk Concert was fantastic! I can see why Ren is drawn to him. Hopefully we will see a Ren x Fred again collab ❤

[@LittleMAC78]

10:57 Ren drops out of singing completely just for one word - "lost". A few seconds earlier, he'd been repeating the line 'I've been lost' all with melody but then drops to speaking just for that one word. It was very quick but it was there. It was a perfect emotive/creative choice, I thought.

[@rexrogers1859]

Thank you, Chris. I'm grateful I'm an old man now because I'm fully aware that with Ren, I'm watching a generational talent unfold in real time. His connection and authenticity make him family to so many of us. Again, thank you, Chris! ✌️

[@janeanderson6704]

I'm an oldie too😊Ren is the most amazing musical artist I've ever seen. His diversity, honesty, message he is spreads, his heart, his musical genius, his guitar playing, his passion, strength, the way he connects with fans, his independent status as a recording artist etc etc, makes him just almost unbelievably super human, and yet he is the most open and real human I've seen for my whole life. So happy to have discovered him, never too late to be inspired by such an artist, so happy to be watching his journey 💕

[@jamesh2401]

After hearing Ren's performance, this was the reaction I sought out, I love your Ren reactions!

[@Angelica-hx7uw]

Same here! Love your reactions ❤

[@jasonremy1627]

It's so beautiful. I can't stop watching. The visuals, the voice, the guitar, so good.

[@bethstratton3391]

Loved your reaction Chris. The way Ren sings is so beautiful. He sizzles and his tone is magical. The way Ren uses his chest voice, gut breath and guttural cracks and breaks; then switches in and out of his vibrato and head voice is stunning. He’s so free he passes on that liberation to everyone listening. He loves his O’s in a playful way then dips and taps into his truthful emotional reservoir tells everyone just how much his music means to him and how much he wants it to make a difference. His mission is to make people connect and feel, then subtly ask everyone without ever really asking to “pass it on”.

[@kellyt5341]

Great summary.

[@MoreKellBellPlease]

Ren's ability to portray emotions through his music is unmatched. It's literally the best. ❤ And to think that this is a cover of EDM songs???? What!?!

[@helenajrgensen3157]

emotional ❤a deep sense that these were not "just" Fred Again's words, but that they had been made into Ren's words.

[@YaBoI80]

I discovered Ren through you and I'm so glad I did! This guy is amazing!❤

[@arielbussart1305]

RAW!!! THAT'S THE WORD! I absolutely LOVE how genuine he feels, like you're in the room!!! You nailed that. It feels so personal! Very connecting. Complicated simplicity.

[@martinschulz-bruckner4155]

The "very" before long is such an expression of pure feelings. And after that I'm loosing it all... Emoticons kicking in and he drowns me in them. Thank you Ren!

[@Bonjovicrzy]

just beautiful taking a electric pop dance music song and making it his own he nailed it ... He is a true talented artist.

[@jimm254]

The visible tremor in Ren's hand as the camera pans at the end shows how much he felt the performance.

[@davidholwell2060]

I'm sure Ren is going to love your reaction. Great detailed breakdown. Thank you.

[@dawnpatterson8708]

This was AMAZING and BEAUTIFUL. ❤😊❤

[@rexduffy7881]

Love your technical reactions to Ren and Knox Hill for his analysis. I'm off to discover Fred again, thanks to this performance by my favourite artist of a lifetime .

[@agnes998]

This version haunts my dreams. It’s brilliance and pure emotion. I can appreciate your technical breakdown and intelligence, but I think Ren is so good BECAUSE he sings from a place of emotion. It reminds me of early Grunge (before it was “grunge”) when we all just related to the overall emotional intensity. Bless Ren. We need this so much now.

[@rbbea]

I’ve been very happy dancing on my kitchen to some funky grooves then I listen to this wonderful performance by Ren and end up in tears to ‘I’ve been lost but I’m trying’. Ren has the ability to touch your soul with his songs/singing

[@Snarky_Tart]

Ren is the truth ❤

[@carlahelin5203]

❤

[@shazza175]

🥰 Made these tracks his own. Just love the emotion he brings to every single performance 🥰

[@dancerbird76]

I was so excited to hear that Ren was going to retake Fredagain……I love Fredagain and I thought Ren’s song choices were inspired. Ren paid homage to Fred but at the same time he told his story too. This has been on repeat since it dropped….and I’ve been full of excitement one minute, having goosebumps and crying the next. It would be amazing if there was a Fred and Ren collaboration. Loved this 💜🔥

[@davideastham]

His mix and the vocals are just so perfect on this. I can listen to it all day. Half way through I get the chills with the reverb.

[@Veeliscious]

Lovely detanglement of all the vocal techniques Ren rolls out like an embroidered carpet. I love how Ren has transformed high vibe EDM tracks into emotional accoustics, basically just busking for us all from his living room to ours

[@belgand5555]

Thank you Chris… always love your reactions and perceptions of the music… as you said today and in the past if you just sing the song and don’t connect you are a good singer, but not truly a performer of the music… Ren always is great but he takes it up that extra notch by letting us experience him and his soul… Thanks Chris…🫶🏻🎶🫶🏻

[@coleeg69]

Ren is the goat! 🔥 cover!

[@malinhobbs2745]

This was my 8th time hearing this song now and I still hear and learn more about it each time. Love Ren's talent and his voice I can never get enough of. Great reaction ❤

[@SGI999]

Fred Again tiny desk is just brilliant. Listened for the first time yesterday along with whatever else I could find. REN smashed it with his unique interpretation and mad music and performance skills. Love this one❣️.well done sir👏👏

[@sanfordgfogg]

In his interviews, he's mentioned how doing beatbox and using some beatbox techniques, has helped him be able to do intricate vocalizations. Additionally, he uses almost any free time practicing repeatedly to improve tempo and intonation/enunciation. He'll put on a metronome and work on increasing his speed, etc.

[@sorenm.lairdsorries7547]

Thank you 🙏❤ Chris Liepe 💙 for your 🐷 Ren - Fred Again Mashup reaction! #ren #fredagain #fredagainagain #fredagainmashup #mashup #calgary

[@janmezera7558]

Chris is a premium creator and mentor. Thanks for doing what you do!

[@tomothywalker]

Sensational analysis as always Chris. Ren’s music is a perfectly cooked steak. But your insight adds a touch of basting before letting it rest for 10 minutes to make it a Michelin Star meal. Thank you!

[@alantattersall3190]

Love your analogy and that's from a vegetarian!

[@tomothywalker]

@@alantattersall3190 😂😂😂

[@SandraP3796]

Ren is awesome. Thank you Chris

[@LeeannG]

Never been as surprised by my own crying as I was when this dropped. It’s so sneaky!

[@ezrasace]

I am so happy to checked out Fred Again before doing your analysis of the Mash up. The saying goes, jack of all trades, master of none. Ren defied that saying as he is a master of all things music. Thank you for reaction!

[@Av3rageD4D]

Thank you Chris for another fantastic reaction and insight to Ren’s vocal talents. Much love and have a great day!

[@puppenbuhnebauchkribbeln1183]

Thank you for this new reaction - yes, what a connected voice and performance... there's this moment when Ren totaly feels it and makes us feel too...THANK YOU SO, Ren 😔🙏🏼

[@Lou-xq9br]

❤ #ren ❤ Beautifully outstanding, you just feel every part of what he's saying 🥺 🖤

[@analisasmith7927]

Really happy to see you reacted to this! Great, heart-felt reaction. Thank you! Best wishes x

[@MrBluegrouse]

The Tiny Desk concert is mind-blowing.

[@MissMeKate]

Love having him back in his singing bag. Didn't expect to cry over an EDM song today!

[@hollyryalsgrubb1273]

You added greatly to my appreciation of this piece.

[@ravkal12345]

Grabbing his knee like fighing with the illness powerfull

[@onofriogriseta8491]

He connects emotionally.

[@jorice5528]

Wow! 🙏❤️ So beautifully arranged & profoundly emotional - tears of every kind rolled and that was so needed. He gave us so much in this awesome homage & his voice speaks a thousand stories. I hope he is proud of this one because it is freaking brilliant ❤❤❤

[@draigaur9543]

Ren doesn't touch me, he reaches out and grabs you !

[@megarockfreak]

Much to learn from this. (y)

[@Lynxeye-Youtube]

I'm starting to run out of words to react... but more and more I feel flooded with feelings!.... I suppose it's the REN effect. What an ARTIST... and yes, with capital letters. Thanks for the reaction.

[@LiaCyrus]

I love watching your reaction. It not only entertaining, you also give alot of good singing tip. Keep up the great work!

[@QueenColeBleu]

Thinking and feeling the same way as you Chris, while listening to this new Ren mash up. Super emotional music. I love it ✌️💙🎵

[@francesdoll4039]

Perfect Ren

[@onofriogriseta8491]

His artistry is perfection. 💯

[@DogDocKat]

Always enjoy your vocal breakdowns. You bring such an awareness of the magic that Ren does with his voice. This was phenomenal ❤❤

[@helenjarvis7755]

Always so good getting better and better with each listen

[@Turntablist_Mk2]

The goat of emotional dynamics.

[@Meow-Meow501]

Ren has the ability to make me feel like I’m sitting cross legged on the floor across from him as he plays. He just brings me in. Then he breaks my heart.

[@Lspace-lq7ri]

Yep that hit the 🍬spot.. the ending was perfect.

[@mauraleib]

Outstanding reaction to REN’s latest release-love all the things you point out that make him an amazing artist ❤

[@Peacetrain66]

So beautiful! This one sounded so personal, he felt every word. Love your analysis as usual Chris! You always make me appreciate his music in a new way❤

[@barbarahatcher5942]

Love Ren and always enjoy your coverage of him.

[@sammyd8860]

Fred Again's Tiny Desk Concert is mind blowing. As is this Ren mash up/reimagining

[@Mhantrax]

Heh, I al so lost with who Fred again is, thanks for the link, amd also helping me understand what Ren is doing here. I knew I liked it in the premier, but felt lost as to where it came from, to what is refers and all the context. Thanks again for this first step.

[@lilian896]

HE's my favorite artist!

[@davideggleton5283]

Wow Wow Wow Love this

[@Earthling-12358]

Thank you Chris 👏

[@rebel_130]

Thanks for the great reaction breaking down Ren's astonishing vocal range and ability. His voice on this track is stunning, so much raw emotion the way he sings and just compliments the beautiful guitar playing perfectly

[@kylefrandsen2665]

I would like to see a reaction to the blues prodigy Jonny Lang's "Lie To Me" and how the teenage singing techniques impacted the longevity of his career (not currently singing at 43 years old).

[@Tessimistic420]

You know I'm re rewatching ❤

[@JoeYo77]

Is me or is this Ren channeling his inner milky chance?!

[@alandjeffrey]

Great reaction to a great artist

[@mej6519]

ren's being doing some pieces with ruby j.... just you wait untill you here this lass sing mate...wow is all i can say.

[@gregcampbell2977]

I love your reactions Chris. I'm a singer too. I love your technical stuff, but what I love most is how you ALWAYS come back to "it's about feel". ❤

[@GarnetJ]

Fred again needs to hear this!! Ren took 5 different of Fred’s EDM tracks and completely transformed them seamlessly into an emotional journey culminating in the “I’ve been lost for so long. But I’m really trying.” You can feel every ounce of emotion - especially as he glances out at the Calgary skyline. He’s been so far from home without the ability to perform for over a year. Ren is unlike any other artist and I cannot wait to hear all of the new material he is planning on releasing this year!!

[@pamquick600]

Thanks for another great reaction to Ren. What a great new mash up!! So glad to have been introduced to Fred Again. I think he may be another musical genius. I look forward to your reactions to his original songs as well as Everything Ren!! 💜

[@joanne4692]

Totally agree with you. Very special talent.

[@sarahsmith8780]

#RenMakesMusic #Ren #TheBigPush #SamTompkins #Viktus #RomainAxisa #GorranKendall #CHINCHILLA #EdenNash #JointdaleRecords #FredAgain 🔥🔥!! 🌎❤️

[@debrashrider4062]

Great Reaction and wonderful Respect you have for both Ren and Fred Again. 🎉

[@bkkidd2112]

This was fascinating. Thanks for your insights. Such an engaging and authentic artist

[@Caseyd1966]

Love your technical explanations

[@karpoff8273]

🤘🤘🤘

[@TheBorderRyker]

I love the way Ren can leave you hanging on the last note. 👌🏻🐷❤️‍🔥

[@Vmcf1968]

i love seeing you get excited about voice. you the man chris

[@essencesofgaia7491]

Love this so muchhh 🔥💥

[@samjones9808]

Thanks for this Chris. I feel this is his best vocal performance ive heard so far now, i understand why thanks to you. ✊️

[@ashbii7632]

So happy to see him back.

[@cherylrobbins715]

Thanks for the analysis. We, his fans, feel that emotional connection with Ren and keep coming back.

[@JulitaLena123]

Thank you Chris❤

[@maxmacpherson1957]

New collaborations between Ren and Chinchilla are coming soon according to their social media!

[@chrisliepe]

I saw!!!!!

[@donald1379]

This has me in tears Ren is just so materful when it comes to his music❤❤❤❤great rection chris❤.

[@tinyacorn4028]

❤‍🔥

[@IrishWolfhoundsAdventure]

Brilliant, as usual, Chris.

[@salishseamermaid]

I always look forward to your Ren reactions.

[@ingerbrisson888]

Hi Chris, I love your Ren reactions, and your analysis of the many different aspects of his voice. There’s another vocalist out there who’s on the cusp of breaking through in a big way. You may have had requests for reactions to her before, but I couldn’t find any you’ve done. Her name is Angelina Jordan. She’s a Norwegian vocalist who just turned 18, but she has been on the public stage since she was 7 when she auditioned for Norway’s Got Talent (and went on to win at the age of 8.) She has 200+ performances on KZbin, most of them incredible covers of songs from virtually any genre, although her original basis was jazz. Since the age of 12 she has also released the occasional original; most recently an EP titled Old Enough. Most people get introduced to her either through her version of Bohemian Rhapsody (which the remaining members of Queen lauded and gave her the copyright to) which she performed at America’s Got Talent The Champions at age 13, or her version of I Put a Spell on You (her own arrangement inspired by Screamin’ Jay Hawkins’ original) which she recorded just after she turned 9, a must see! (kzbin.info/www/bejne/pKipnaJ5hb2tedUsi=Rtlw9dK87DtQchZE). She is known not only for her amazing voice and technique, but more importantly for her ability to convey the emotion of the songs she covers. There are several versions of her singing Unchained Melody, but the most recent is from the Nobel Peace Prize Award Ceremony from December 2023 where she gave a very tender and emotional performance tailored to the situation (the recipient, Narges Mohammadi, is currently imprisoned in Iran for her work on human and women’s rights, and Angelina Jordan interpreted the song in a way that reflected Mohammadi’s longing for her children left without their mother.) All this to say, please react to one of her performances. You can pick anything from her catalog and not go wrong, but as a starting point try one of the ones I mentioned, and prepare to be impressed and moved.