Vocal Coach reacts to Journey - Don't Stop Believin' (Steve Perry Live)

[@samimilad]

There are good singers.. Great singers... Super mega singers. Then there's Steve Perry..

[@vancelray]

...and finally there is Ann Wilson.

[@joyhruska9377]

'The Voice'!

[@Sighlense]

That about sums it up...

[@ingridhansen8278]

Yes, Steve Perry... Ann Wilson... totally agree

[@bc_usa]

Don't forget the singer from Skid Row.

[@carolleidlein8522]

I feel privileged to be old enough to have witnessed this epic concert in Houston and heard his unmatchable voice live-the energy was through the roof!!

[@williamclark1633]

I saw them in Baton Rouge during the same tour. Such a joy to hear them first hand.

[@teresacarvalho6129]

Very blessed you are 🙏🏽

[@Idk_much]

I saw them in 2018 with def lappard and i was with my dad who loves this band and its also one of my favourites

[@IggyTthunders]

When I sang my niece to sleep, this song, along with 'Dance, magic, dance', 'Blue Shadows' and 'Simple Man', was on her playlist: until I realized, 'H'oh, shit...! (This song's about a prostitute!)' My older brother, when I shared this revelation, said, 'Yyyeah, we found that out, too, with our first kid.' 'But it's such an uplifting melody!' 'Right?'

[@TeresaMW]

Was not into Journey at the time, but totally appreciate them now. I wish I could have been at this concert.

[@paulgarcia1147]

Steve Perry was better live than on record. One of the few..

[@coffinonthagas]

like metallica

[@eddygsmusicworld1708]

will take your word for it,I got Journey lite with Arnel,pretty good.

[@shanks4633]

Papa hetfield \m/

[@timetowakeup6302]

Jon Anderson of Yes. Also Bobby Darin was a phenomenal live singer.

[@eddygsmusicworld1708]

@@timetowakeup6302 lucky enough to see Jon with Yes a few times,for sure he is amazing. Never saw Darin live,will look it up.

[@priyacharichakravarti8716]

Steve Perry's immense tonal range delivered with such clear timbre, is simply mind-blowing in this ageless song.

[@angelajames7917]

They finally made it into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Well deserved!

[@jeffhawk6077]

Steve is one of the greatest vocalists ever. His range is just unbelievable

[@sergiopadronarellano5437]

Some people born to sing and Steve Perry was one of those. So natural, lyrics and musicians excellence!

[@andreafreely9308]

It's rare to find singers like that now. Perry was phenomenal

[@jimmyandersson59]

Steve Perry has such a smooth and silky rich voice. I bet he is a favourite for a lot of people. He sure is one of mine. No wonder why he is called the voice. :)

[@soy_felicia]

Steve Perry's voice is a gift from the Gods

[@levisalvini4110]

Yep...

[@allenprice1807]

God...singular.

[@soy_felicia]

@@allenprice1807 Gods....plural 😊

[@toginfinity8418]

@@soy_felicia good that you know.

[@simonbionary11010]

@@allenprice1807 Sorry bud. It is pluralXD There are several gods^^

[@mrhallman64]

He is known as "The Voice" for good reason. So much skill mixed with such emotional expression. Many relationship were impacted by this music.

[@Fulgrim_The_Phoenician]

Michael 'The voice' MacDonald begs to differ :p

[@noragonzales416]

Steve Perry gets my vote for best ever male rock vocalist, for all the reasons you mentioned. Love the pointers for aspiring singers and your little nuggets of info about the artists. Thanks for your evocative and very enjoyable videos!

[@BethRoars]

Thank you x

[@ragingbull154]

Definitely the greatest. I also put Freddie Mercury up there also.

[@paulthompson9668]

@@BethRoars Thumbs down for supporting domestic terrorism by giving money to Jack Conte (through your Patreon account).

[@blackishmasks428]

Depending on what you're looking for or talking spacifically about many vocal geniuses; Live: Cluas Minor - Scorpions, Mr. Sweet - Stryper, sabastian Bach - Skid Row...

[@robbijohnson6983]

💯%

[@johannaminnder3509]

I saw Journey live in 1980. It ruined all of the other live performances that I saw after that because nothing can compare to that. They were perfection.

[@KasiaZ]

I wasn't even born yet, but I would love to have this experience to see them live

[@tamaraandersson2532]

This man just sang like an angel. Pure and simple.

[@Realmasterorder]

This was all LIVE back when no "autotune" existed on stage and even more,just to deliver like this in live performances and in front of such a huge crowd and have this song sound better,than most performances in a Studio,is incredible. Thats Steve Perry is a Real Legend and an Incredible singer .

[@Quicksilver_Cookie]

Those kind of live recordings aren't far off from a studio recording, just done in a single take :) All instruments are mic'd up, and these days also have DI signal taken. Same with vocals. Then it's all mastered in a studio. Do you think this sound is recorded by some microphone in a middle of a venue? Not how it works :) Anyway, not to take away from an amazing performance. Just a heads up on why some lives sound like ass, and some like studio recordings :)

[@Realmasterorder]

@@Quicksilver_Cookie yes ofc they are mic'd and the sound was and is checked before and during performances but it does not have anything to do with altering the voice and auto tuning it like in the last few years.Back then the technology did not even exist back then especially not outside studios and in live performances like these,heck Even the Internet Was Non existant back then

[@chugchugpickles2112]

Ok, boomer

[@jlnxn5374]

Realmasterorder back when you had to sound good love to be considered good

[@samporter7018]

Its funny how people still make Autotune seem like a bad thing theres virtually Autotune in everything that's simply how it is there are plenty of current bands that are incredible performers

[@Trinity4me]

A master vocalists, untethered from instruction. An icon of vocal supremacy. Steve will go down in history as one of the best singers of our time. 🎶✨

[@angelicamartinezr.8965]

One of the things that make Steve Perry so amazing is that in his live performances his voice was more surprising than on the record (the band generally played better live). That's how wonderful he is. #respect

[@mikebunner3498]

This man had so much vocal power , range, and agility. God given talent developed with tons of practice and hard work. This is a power song.... EPIC. Once again thank you Beth.

[@MrDevtun]

Rules don't apply to Steve 'The Voice' Perry. Legend. On the Mt Rushmore of rock vocalists.

[@ElBlancoPapi]

I based my whole life on Steve Perry's vocals

[@MrMotorNerd]

Ian Gillian would be the 2nd on Mt Rushmore !

[@joechapmannn6557]

Exactly people try to mrchanically difine steve . ....... STEVE. .....JUSSSSST ISSSS. STEVE STEVIO. STEVIEEE. ITS JUST STEVE. LOL THE TRUTH

[@russfelger]

It definitely appears that it comes very easy to him. Most great vocal performances, show the effort and concentration for them to be done. Steve doesn't appear to be putting much effort into his, and it always turns out phenomenal! Truly one of the great vocalists in music.

[@ChrisBrooksGuitar]

"Mother, Father" from this same gig is an absolute masterclass in singing.

[@davek6949]

Yes, I second this.

[@cipiripi6644]

Agree

[@cipiripi6644]

Personally, Wheel In The Sky from Houston is my personal favorite.. esp the second verse. Unbelievable

[@Samuel-I]

Mother Father is an absolute Masterpiece.

[@BuffyTwiggs402]

Stone In Love also!

[@kentandersonrocks]

I think your description of his voice -- "stable and secure" -- is spot on. It's not only soaring and impressive, but allows users to sink into songs because there's no doubt he'll pull it off. And, as you note, his enunciation is the perfect balance of clear and dramatic. Thank you for putting it all together so nicely.

[@darthamidala]

I was lucky enough to see Journey live many times during the Captured, Escape, Frontiers, and Raised on Radio tours- there will never be another like him. Wish I had a time machine so I could go back and watch them again.

[@mtngirl6308]

I was blessed enough to see him sing this live on the Escape tour. Steve can SANG people! He is incredible!

[@coryayers9419]

Thank you Steve Perry for helping generations of young men score with the ladies.

[@garywilbourn5198]

When he pulls his head to his right, he's making a physical adjustment to his vocal chords to sustain a high register. It's not a performance aspect, he's done it in the studio also. He's been singing since he was a kid in a choir in Hanford without any coaching. It's good to look at Freddie Mercury, Robert Plant, and Steve Perry for epic rock vocals. They were the best in the biz.

[@garywilbourn5198]

@j scott A vocal coach commented on this feature when analyzing Perry's performance of Stone In Love live. And it is a feature of Perry's early singing career. Watching over a thousand Perry performances, I find that analysis consistent with what I've seen.

[@2utransparent]

Yes my thoughts exactly. I never thought that was for performance.

[@MrKarlkanon]

Completly agree. I do it myself sometime and it is a way to lock on to that long kept note. And I also think that many vocal analysts get lost in their theory. Many rock/soul singers don't arrange their singing with that much awareness as they do in much of musical or classical singing. You live the song and if you know your voice well it will do what you tell it to.

[@AlbiLeonhart]

A once in a lifetime performance, outstanding.

[@nealwright5630]

The way he combines his consonant-to-vowel blends is so effortless. If you try doing it the way he dies you can see how it minimizes any stress on the voice and allows him to maintain that note perfectly. So amazing!!

[@TheDivayenta]

Yup. It’s called “ Bel Canto “ Technique as sung by Pavarotti and many opera singers. Steve did it naturally. ❤

[@terryutain9897]

Steve Perry has a very pure voice ...no one like him amazing talent...no lie

[@bekind6763]

I love Steve Perry and what a great voice. His solo career is much more mellow, he's still amazing and aging well. Grreat reaction video.xx

[@madisonozment]

One of the greatest vocalist of all time 🖤

[@ZephonOrion]

Who doesn't love the Great the Legend the one and only Steve Perry.... ❤️❤️❤️

[@playbassken]

Steve is by far one of the best vocalists of the century and you did a spectacular review. Well done!

[@CptSlow89]

@@gabrielp9646 lol

[@sotnec1596]

Correction, he is THE best

[@Gma00001]

SotnEC Not even close

[@ljb5163]

He sings so well and so easily that it almost sounds normal after a while... until you try it yourself lol

[@cipiripi6644]

🤣

[@donaldsaunders3059]

When you try to sing like Steve Perry you can’t speak for three days after. believe me I tried.

[@joanlynch5271]

I love singing his songs, but I don't know all the words!

[@kensurrency2564]

That’s the Truth!

[@rome8180]

Yes, this is high as hell. He's singing a B4 on the regular. That's the highest note many great male singers can hit. And he's hitting it like it's nothing.

[@brianhartling7767]

God, he's flawless at his technique. So easy~

[@kathyr1825]

“Why Can’t This Night Go On Forever” has amazing vocals by Steve Perry. The range he has is amazing. He will forever be one of the greatest if not the GOAT of rock singers.

[@lydiaevazquez3464]

Oh my God yeesss...love your comment!

[@kathyr1825]

Lydia E Vazquez I will never get tired of listening to that song. 👆🏻 The emotion Steve puts into this vocal makes me want to cry every time.

[@vestel777]

I LOVE that song.

[@marshabailey772]

Also Something to Hide...it blew my mind.

[@kgunitkeese17]

@@marshabailey772 my jaw hit the floor on that one.

[@dpfavchan3274]

One of the most amazing singers. I love Steve Perry and Journey. My favorite group while growing up. You did a really great review

[@mamb70]

Steve is the Platinum standard in singers. One of the greatest to me, I'm listening to music over 60 years. I believe he's making a comeback after serious back issues. Definitely he's one singer that should return.

[@connie5663]

A lot sings this song but no one can do it like Steve Perry. The 80’s was the best 🎶🎵🎤♥️

[@coke1135]

From the ‘81 tour CD...greatest hits live...Who’s crying now is one the the best live recordings I’ve ever heard. Steve Perry...The Voice.

[@stephenmccollum1391]

Best lead singer

[@jgmyers71]

Aren’t you just a wonderful blast of sunshine...adorable young lady praising one of my favorite bands of all time good job!

[@davelister1]

This song is one of those that make you want to do something ! This voice is brilliant for this song !

[@sanctifiedsamurai6715]

When he tilts his head it's just one of his mannerisms he's not doing anything improper it's just the legend being himself he did that alot in concert, saw him in 1987 on the Raised on Radio tour he was everything and then some.He is truly a legend.

[@frankmcbride7051]

First show I ever saw was Queen in 80 at the Summit in Houston. Second was this show. Both shows were great but I did notice Freddie had to alter how he sang some of the songs, presumably because it wasn’t physically possible to hit those notes night after night. I didn’t notice any of that with Steve. If it was on the record he sang it. What a talent!

[@MezzoMamma1]

Frank McBride Steve should have a movie about himself. But who could play him. He is one of a kind. Freddy was so out there you can get actors to play him. But Steve would be hard to imitate.

[@donaldsaunders3059]

Only Steve Perry can do that 👍

[@benb4343]

How did any show after those 1st 2 live up to what you've already seen?! Dang!

[@marshabailey772]

Steve was very careful with his voice and made lifestyle choices that helped preserve it.

[@janebeatty9472]

Saw Journey 2 weeks before Houston was recorded. Saw them a couple times previously but the pace of the whole Escape concert , to fit it into the scheduled video recording, was incredible and flawless. These guys worked their butts off.

[@RoryVanucchi]

Big voice. One of the best of his era

[@glenncoleman6253]

It’s right up there with the best vocal performance ever. How can anyone pull that off?? Flawless.

[@karlalong4541]

What singer besides Steve Perry could deliver the type of flawless performances he did nightly? No one I can think of. His voice is nothing short of magic. No auto tune here folks, this is the real deal.

[@donaldsaunders3059]

Steve Perry what can I say he is amazing no one can sing like that. Thanks for sharing. God bless

[@caborcapower]

It becomes a megaclassic every day, even new generations recognize the song everywhere.

[@crispymaggot]

Oh yes, Steve Perry, such a great voice, so resilient yet pleasant.

[@shawno66]

Everybody knows "Don't Stop Believin'", but for me, the best Steve Perry studio vocal is on "Sweet And Simple"... I'm always amazed and blown away on that song... so much silk and soul.

[@3413sljs]

That high note in that song is unreal

[@marshabailey772]

That and Something to Hide.

[@jessicas6586]

Steve Perry is one of the all time best

[@Biller29]

Neil Schon wasn't just in Santana. He was in Santana at 17 years old. Steve Perry is just amazing

[@warrenholmes3311]

He joined at 15 -- according to Neal AND Carlos.

[@wardlafferty5022]

@@warrenholmes3311 Neal was also on Clapton’s radar when he was looking for rhythm guitarist for Derek and the Dominos.

[@2012turok]

steve perry the voice....loved journey with steve as lead singer.

[@leehanson1416]

I was at that show in Houston. Sounded great at FOH volume.

[@kaytalk9448]

You're lucky! I saw them with Van Halen and Montrose before they got real big. I could see they had amazing potential.

[@jasonmartin9469]

I saw them when i was 11-12 with my mom,sister ,and aunt ..(i am 49yrs)..my very first concert..not good seats..lol..but the music/people/energy....just "good vibes"?..everything... just remember being some where/when..the good/bad/ugly....Don't Stop Believin'.....Good words..Never stop believin' in Yourself.

[@chapmaned24]

@@jasonmartin9469 I think you had the typical "first time concert experience" regarding "not good seats"!! But just being there is always the best of a bad situation!

[@rockyroad7345]

I was at this concert and had no idea it was being filmed...was invited by some friends, didn't reallly want to go, but the whole concert blew me away and made me a huge fan. It was hit song after hit song.

[@ibuyhouses9624]

Steve Perry has an amazing voice.

[@ADunc10]

He makes it look so effortless, what a legend.

[@levi6859]

I haven’t had a voice coach in a very long time and it just does my heart proud to listen to you talk about all the things you talk about, brings a tear to my eye.

[@BethRoars]

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[@arielhavilah7837]

Hey can you do Air Supply? I wanna see your reactionon on him

[@ccbullard4754]

It's Steve Perry!!!

[@rapborlangsyiemiong1411]

Please react to dwar band-by your side

[@MarceloKowalewski]

Finally some classic rock again. Keep it coming!

[@greggburke3770]

You have ZERO clue how gorgeous you are!

[@adam872]

This show has to be one of the all time great live rock vocal performances.

[@itatsuuchiha96]

That mans voice god given. You cant teach that kind of sound. And Neal Schon is a guitar god.

[@preferablystephen480]

God given (with a capital "G"). Agreed.

[@llewbach77]

Neil Schon was in my opinion the most underrated guitarist!

[@christophertaylor9100]

The whole band was a supergroup of talent

[@LagrangePoint901]

Such a great voice. His moves through the vocal ranges are so smooth and effortless.

[@jonnyharket]

Love Steve Perry. Incredible singer and it's like he sings in his chest voice what most sing in their head voice.

[@Wraithlen]

Journey....Steve Perry...high school...dances...damn the memories.

[@Ville-en4kj]

The entire live performance is amazing!!

[@mikebunner3498]

Steve is one-heck of a singer. A great tenor! Great style and smoothness! Relaxed but firm! EPIC!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@amritawhitman8112]

Well done review! I always liked him and a number of Journey songs but I wasn't a fan and didn't buy any of their records. Well that all changed when I happened to have the good fortune to see him perform live with Eels in L.A.'s Orpheum Theatre in 2014! He was amazing! I could kick myself that I didn't see his concerts years ago. It is so sad that even after the release of Traces last year he won't perform live. He has so much to give.

[@MezzoMamma1]

Amy Whitman He may still perform live. But it takes a toll on his health. He has some issues. But it may still happen. You never know with Steve. He is his own unique personality.

[@amritawhitman8112]

@@MezzoMamma1 I wish he would. I heard he was working on another album but haven't heard when it will be released. Have you heard anything about that yet?

[@clausmadsen6754]

And not to forget: he doesn’t just sing this fantastic song in the most incredible way - he co-wrote the song and created the melody and the whole vocal side of it. It’s not just a great technical performance. It’s an amazing creative feat. Pavarotti could sing, but he sang stuff others created.

[@simonread2011]

He's one of the best rock singers ever

[@danielheathcote5625]

I absolutely love singing this song in rock choir - yes the bass line.... I literally bounce on the backs of my feet!

[@cydrych]

Can we take a second to appreciate his sideburns? They were glorious.

[@dustinh70]

True that....

[@karlhungus5554]

Agreed. Even Elvis would have been proud.

[@tomesparza6605]

Thank you Beth for getting it. Too many voice coaches giving their opinions without knowing the artist, song and genre. You obviously know what you speak of.

[@MBulldog1979]

Beth like others have stated react to Mother Father live from this same show. Steve is absolutely amazing in that one.

[@nicomuller8299]

Steve " the Voice " Perry....the best male Voice in human History

[@ArnieBienVidal]

What about Freddie Mercury?

[@nicomuller8299]

@ArnieBienVidal Mercury is a shame for music industry and he cant sing. Mercury Sounds like a wounded cat

[@ArnieBienVidal]

@@nicomuller8299 if he cant sing why alot of famous artist solo artist even bands famous bands consider him as the best? Take note bro they are professional singers. Im not being bias here bro. Steve perry is one of my favorite they both have unique voice but Freddie has made alot of impact. And if he sounds like a wounded cat why he so successful? Tons of awards, billboard top 1 so many times. Now i wonder what more if he sounded good for you. No doubt he'll be the GOAT. 😄

[@lorigibbs2379]

Beth I give u so props! thank u! he has magic gift.. born with it.. I am from central valley calif.. he was our hero!

[@frankgarcia565]

Steve sounds better live than in the studio!

[@DosBear]

That looks like the same setup they had at the Escape concert I attended back in 1981 in Canada. Best seats in the house, behind the drummer and piano player and Steve and the guitar players alternated back and forth and played for the crowd in front and us in back. It was an awesome way to see a concert. I've never been to a better concert in my lifetime.

[@sotnec1596]

The greatest male vocalist period

[@jacobwalsh1888]

No. That would be Dio.

[@richardsimons6978]

@@jacobwalsh1888 Close pal but no cigar!

[@dorakinwarhammer2946]

He makes it look soo easy. Amazing

[@beaunelson6386]

Good stuff Beth! Please more Steve Perry and classic rock

[@samhunter8215]

I already loved this song and Steve Perry before, but the song hits on a different level after watching the Sopranos

[@tod3msn]

Beth...Steve Perry just has been given a gift that few posses as he simply has the chops. Not many have his talent.

[@markgardner4426]

A great reaction, Beth. I was lucky enough to see them in concert at the peak of their popularity. A truly epic concert.

[@tommyechoes3520]

Like some people mention. Please react to Mother Father by Journey. Its a great song. Thank you Steve Perry.

[@christophermckinney3924]

This concert aired on MTV as part of Friday Night concerts around 82. It was so cool to see Journey on TV

[@mikeschumacher9715]

Voted one of the 10 most recognizable voices of the century.

[@gregcampwriter]

This is one of the definitive rock anthems--a song I come back to whenever I need a kick in the courage to keep trying.

[@SamuraiChris78]

I'll tell you what makes Steve Perry, he was born Steve Perry! There are a lot of things you can learn vocally, but some people are just born special!

[@Werewolf914]

When I graduated from High School way back when this was the song everyone chose to walk out to, so that's what it always reminds me of, which just makes me feel old.

[@priscillap7135]

This is real music...love Steve Perry😍

[@wilsard]

1982-83, listening to this everyday on the way to high school in my best friends old pickup. beating the windshield wipers with a stick to make them go, and the passenger door flying open on random left turns. great memories.

[@BudhagRizzo]

Journey was my very first concert ever. I was blown away!

[@nikibailey819]

My mom is not classically trained but she grew up in a singing musical family like I did and that woman can break an operatic note from nowhere. So effortless. I was always flabbergasted by it because I have never been that great a singer but I do have an ear for tone.

[@cweissable]

One of my favorites voices.

[@lilyotv9767]

Wow - super analysis - thank you!

[@JoseLopez-fy6qj]

Steve Perry, una de las grandes voces que ha dado el rock.

[@prs149]

I don't know what you said but I sure I do agree

[@charliebarrantes4629]

@@prs149 he said "Steve Perry is one of the greatest voices of the rock has giving to us" (sorry my english is not good at all)

[@MonsterMetalManiac]

Top 30 ?? Wow.. In the category of “ Pop/ Rock “ vocalists I’d say Top 3 or 4.

[@lucidam7722]

Gabriel P no he’s in the top 5 for all time GOAT rock singers. bohemianvocalstudio.com/top-5-greatest-rock-singers

[@wrdlmbrt1956]

Steve Perry has such incredible voice and sings with such ease that personally... I think he's actually from another planet in another Galaxy ... he's incredible!