VOICE COACH REACTS | Colter Wall... THE DEVIL WEARS A SUIT AND TIE. this... just... huh?

[@tomsawyer4602]

Joe rogan contacted colter and invited him on his podcast. Colters reply was, and I quote “ I’m on a cattle drive, call me in the spring” true grit!

[@bajamus69]

YO JOE WANTS HIM ON? LETS FUCKING GO

[@thefuzz8386]

That’s pretty boss.

[@blueglitch3gaming747]

200 like what do I win borther

[@suckthesebigirishballs5512]

@@bajamus69 yeah joes loves his music

[@sherunswithscissors]

AKA the Canadian way to say FO.

[@dallonperry3639]

"bang, someone’s dead type of story" *THE MCCANNONS HAVE JOINED THE CHAT**

[@karynmaddox9397]

😂

[@Yeetypete]

Finally an original comment involving the mccannons

[@conneryearry9138]

*Kate McCannon rolls over in her grave*

[@juliacosta7003]

lmao

[@trentwilliams1176]

Poor Kate couldn't join the conversation

[@chandleraskew6496]

This young man and Tyler Childers are who is saving the country music genre. Awesome reaction!

[@billyw118]

Their cover of Fraulein is amazing

[@D_Giffy]

Yeah Tylers Nose on the Grindstone is one thats been done by a lot of reactors but is so good!

[@willjohnson8446]

... and Sturgill Simpson and Orville Peck. Lots of great new country singers.

[@mattrobinson1473]

Dont forget Cody,Ward and Whitey

[@joshuamitchell6737]

Check out Corb Lund as well!!

[@hezekiahlewis1201]

He sounds like he’s spent 60 years smoking cigars and drinking whiskey on a porch swing and it’s wonderful

[@deadlysoulz]

😂😂

[@ethanvanderjagt5892]

When I first listened to his big iron song I expected basically Sam Elliot

[@tm4482]

I could watch people being introduced to him for the first time for the rest of my life

[@the_big-t.0381]

I love seeing their faces when they hear his voice for the fist time😂

[@ToastedAlmond77]

Legit! The look on 90% of peoples face is, just shock and awe. It’s so unexpected lol

[@stefanosalamoni]

I wish I could see my face

[@jaybobuckner1]

same here

[@redneckmechanic94]

Gotta watch his cover of “Cow Poke.” He has impressive range in it.

[@gregoryvandervoort1214]

Couldn't agree more.

[@charleycox3944]

Was absolutely coming here to say that

[@grantmarcum3451]

Shows the most range by far.

[@eddiewilkinson9794]

He covers Marty Robbins "Big Iron" and does a great job with it

[@s.a.stoneking7242]

Came here to suggest the same song. It's from a recent album and shows considerable maturation of his singing voice, IMHO.

[@nathansword7109]

hes a rancher in canada not just a musician. It reflects in his music and makes it very enjoyable

[@sethw4569]

Love this guy’s music. “Sleeping on the blacktop” is one where he is a bit more energetic and higher in his vocal range.

[@eazyio]

Sleeping on the blacktop is by far the best 🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻

[@gabesmith201]

@@eazyio cowpoke? Big iron? I know big iron is a cover but it’s really good

[@eazyio]

@@gabesmith201 cowpoke is a great song. Haven’t heard of big iron yet. I’ll check it out! 🤘🏻

[@thatsyaboi8185]

Omg dude I just went to my music to add his cover of “big iron” and I realized that I had already added it, when I added it I wasn’t really paying attention and I thought I had added a cover of “big iron” by Johnny cash

[@josefbrunner6224]

same with Johnny boys bones

[@smittywebbermanjensen8100]

He’s loosely telling the story of Robert Johnson who sold his soul to the devil at a crossroads in the night in exchange for amazing guitar skills. If I remember right Robert was also the first member of the 27 club

[@thorford7863]

Thanks for some back info!

[@ianmorrison7929]

@@intothew1ld2 pretty sure masaccio predates robert johnson by about 500 years.

[@Bobthomas46290]

Why did you have to make that observation before colter turns 27 bro that’s fucked

[@bloodybutunbowed291]

If you want his "Bang! Someone's dead!" song...then you'll have to check out his song "Original 16 Brewery Sessions - Kate McKannon"

[@D_Giffy]

Or Ballad of a Law Abiding Sophisticate That sad drunk sounding fiddle has given me chills

[@Sandstorm9562]

That is a properly excellent song!

[@elsamcellistrem7321]

"Original 16 Brewery Sessions - Kate McKannon" is such an amazing song of his! I am obsessed with the power and grit!

[@freelanserns187]

I love watching people react to a good ol boy from West Canada 🇨🇦

[@edmason9359]

My favorite.

[@tfodthogtmfof7644]

He really has grown into his voice and it is much more relaxed and comfortable now. This was recorded a number of years ago and while all the songs from this session are great he was not as happy with the session. Try anything from Colter and it will be good but there is definitely a vocal quality difference from these earlier sessions and current performances.

[@runnag_]

100% true. He has developed alot as a singer since these recordings and his comfort level in studio settings has grown tremendously.

[@xXZeroNotHeroXx]

I love that EVERYONE has that same reaction when they hear his voice. 😂

[@PF-Fly]

I have spent at least 3 entire days of my life just watching people’s reactions to hearing Colter’s voice for the 1st time. When I’ve turned friends on to colter I make them watch a video, not just audio. It’s always jaw dropping. It brings me so much joy

[@Daltoz34]

I’m right with ya 😂

[@adamyoung6797]

He has improved considerably, more than just a deep voice now. Looks very relaxed

[@thunderballz74]

Relaxed sphincter.

[@brett_vannatta]

This is basically a re-telling of the old Robert johnson Crossroads story, Selling his soul to the devil for the ability to play guitar. Also the movie of the same name with Ralph Macchio.

[@OnyxRose6]

Saw him live a few years ago with my kiddos. They (he preformed with a group at our concert) sent out security after to come get us and brought all of us backstage to meet them, talked with the kids & took photos, signed some merch and even gifted them some merch too. He & all of them that night were beyond kind and amazing! It meant the world to us, Colter Wall and The Dead South *they're from the same area in Canada, who we also met & they even called our kids to lift their spirits when theyve been in the hospital due to Ehlers Danlos Syndrome* are both amazing musicians and amazing people!

[@5h4ck]

Absolutely love that you've found Colter Wall! At some point, you should also react to his track 'Kate McCannon'. He brings back the murder ballad with that one, and it's a real kick in the teeth in a good way.

[@jessieconley6519]

I seen Colter in a small bar in Charleston, WV here in the US. Had no clue who he was and I had the same first reaction. Wasn't prepared for that voice coming from that body

[@sjefferson6406]

best vocal coach reaction video ive seen to one of his songs, u go into the actual techniques and skills. good shit

[@jasonlivers4293]

His cover of Freaulein with Tyler Childers is so amazing

[@bbryce13]

Have you ever watched the thick oily smoke from a cigar twist and drift in the still humid air and you can't help but be completely mesmerized by it? Well, that's this song...

[@20th_century_Ghost]

This song chugs along like a damn frieght train, slowing down and building up, stomping through a Louisiana swampland beneath the afternoon summer sun.

[@eddiewilkinson9794]

THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU!!!!, this young man (he was all of 19 when he recorded this) gives me hope for a traditional style of country western music. Your analysis again adds something to a performance I've been enjoying (Thank you again). Yes with that smokey voice I think he could cure a ham just by singing to it. Delightful as always lovely lady.

[@mattislindau4194]

There is a song called Cowpoke where he uses his higher registers. Also a very nice "cowboy" song. Take care out there :)

[@mattislindau4194]

You also hear him speak in the beginning of the song if that is interesting.

[@Delta2-4Gaming]

That's not his higher registers that's his normal voice in cowpoke.

[@Viney209]

Wow!, I only just found your channel!... I am an Aussie too, and have been playing professionally in the metal/hard rock touring circuit for over 10 years now. I am making a change towards outlaw country, and Colter Wall is a big part of influencing me to go for my full potential!. It's cool to find your channel, I follow many vocal coaches on youtube and its cool to see an Aussie. STAY TRUE

[@Viney209]

Also, the story he is telling is the age old folklore of a man meeting the devil at the crossroads offering a 6 string picker or a fiddle player success but they must pay for it with their soul. I think Colter is speaking of seeing the devil (music labels) but not being at the crossroads as they pass by howling, like they already claimed a soul at the crossroads before they passed Colter in his words... "white as a cotton field and sharp as a knife, I heard em howling as they passed me by".

[@juliettemcgee9055]

I'm liking that you've covered more Canadian artists on your channel 😊 Thanks for showing love to our homegrown talented bunch 🇨🇦

[@billyw118]

His song Kate McKannon is a great one and so is Sleeping On the Blacktop

[@wilrichards1422]

I wanted to thumbs up, but as a redditor also,I can't move the "69"... I hope this is a fair gesture of your comment...

[@jeffspradlin702]

Colter wall is like a bloodhound singing baritone, and it’s absolutely perfect

[@garyandtricia1]

Love watching people hear Colter for the first time. Your breakdown is awesome.

[@GS-xt8fu]

Super cool. No set up, fancy dance moves. A one man band with a very unique and genuine sound. Extremely raw. You don’t get that much these days

[@justjon30]

Love this song of his, impressive that he was around 19-20 years old when he did this as well! Love for you to react to Hozier's take me to church when he performed it in the subway in NYC that was something special!

[@zukikev]

Cool review of Colter. I am from the same province in Canada and I wasn't a huge fan at first but he's grown on me lots. I just listened to an interview with Colter on "The Converse Cowboy" on youtube and Colter remarked that his singing voice has been changing because (his words) "Hes actually learning to sing now" and before he was "mostly growling into the mic" (which was well received also). Thanks for featuring our Sasky boy.

[@TheParalytic]

I've had the privilege of seeing Colter live twice now. First time on New Years Eve, very good live show.

[@indiecab9593]

Try his “Kate McCannon“ from the same session-

[@Gcollie3810]

This ^. Can't recommend this song enough!

[@ToastedAlmond77]

I absolutely love seeing the face of people when his voice bellows out, it’s so unexpected to hear from his stature, it’s like he is Johnny Cash’s illegitimate son lol I heard him at a friends and like instantly bought his album.

[@The_philosophical_musician72]

Finally someone said it, he is Johnny Cash for this generation. That's the first thing I thought when I heard him for the first time.

[@Interloper783]

God I absolutely love his imperfections/grit, ironically it makes the song imo perfect

[@brentmight6700]

More Colter Wall!!!! his story telling abilities in his songs are top notch.

[@mollyflowers5728]

That’s the exact same reaction I had when I first saw where that voice came from. Love him.

[@CWW-vv9ee]

Just saw your assessment of Colter Wall....YOU are BRILLIANT, Just as He.

[@calebturner405]

I'd recommend listening to his newer stuff and studio stuff, strictly because he has said he felt these live versions in particular were forced and he is embarrassed by them, so check out some of his newer stuff and some of his other covers. Great reaction and insight though!

[@hunterf5398]

I would also recommend some of the other songs from this session like "sleeping on the blacktop" and "Kate McCannon" (a murder ballad) or his cover of "Cowpoke" or "Snake Mountain Blues". Also Tyler Childer's "Nose on the Grindstone"

[@adamdrouin2295]

All fantastic songs

[@peha524]

What a wonderful reaction video.....the storytelling take you really in to the scene.

[@clfoster3734]

Good Evening Ms Nilon, Will definitely be listening to more Colter Wall. Very well done. If you like bluesy country grit, might want to check out Chris Stapleton with his latest drop, "Cold ". He's a Kentucky boy that can really lay it down. He has others, but if you like this one, you will find them. You obviously do your homework. Was very impressed with your analysis of JC's cover of "Hurt", as well as Ms Zharoff's. You are both well educated, experienced, professional and articulate. Out of a hundred reactor channels l have checked out, l am subscribed at only two. Good Evening to you, CL

[@MisterMogzey]

Colter Wall is one of my favorite artists, definitely my favorite in the country scene! You'll probably see a lot of recommendations for "Sleeping on the Blacktop" and "Kate McCannon". Both are great songs, but are from roughly the same time as this was recorded (He was about 20). If you want to hear his voice as it has matured, I would recommend "Bob Fudge" - Live From the Back Pasture.

[@tanknewartgen]

allways makes me laugh when people are shocked by his voice XD

[@yuriflz6409]

Best Christmas present ever!! Thank you.

[@enzoryan548]

Kate mckannon- colter wall is by far my favorite song of his. Great voice in this song

[@peterkarargiris4110]

"The little dangly thing at the back of your throat." - the uvula. LoL. This sounded like something you might hear in a Quentin Tarantino film. Not my genre at all but enjoyable none the less.

[@SeanKL107]

This is one of the best reactions to this i've seen. You have some really insightful analysis on the mechanics of his vocals

[@kkram53]

I love how you actually break down the different ways and techniques...

[@zelgkopitar8799]

I dont go searching for "vocal coaches" reacting but I've run across a lot that say they're a vocal coach. Theres 2 off the top of my head, one is an opera singer (actually I dont know if she coaches) and another, her knowledge is obvious. I dont doubt for a second that you know what you're talking about by how you break things down and thats refreshing to see; a vocal coach not be stuck for words on what to say is great.

[@JR_406]

I think he said lately he hasn't been pushing his voice as much, so his sound has changed a bit, but still great. You should find any of his bunkhouse sessions or even his version of "bury me not on the lone prairie." A little more range and great story telling songs.

[@shortybrown1597]

Your analysis of this performance blows my mind. You have a way of listening and articulating what you hear that reveals vocal aspects heretofore hidden from my experience. Thank you, ma'am. Nonetheless the breadth and depth of this man's knowledge of blues as demonstrated in this song is impressive. This is what happens when Robert Johnson meets Johnny Cash at the Crossroads.

[@PipingPreacher]

Julia I just found you’re video, and I have to say I love the way you add text walls into the video instead of pausing constantly. Then you go back and explain and go into more depth into the text wall. Love it. Keep killing it!

[@RogerDidierM.]

This is a really great discovery, Thanks Julia

[@allenrking]

Sleeping on the Blacktop is my favorite song by Mr. Wall. Fricking amazing. Sincerely worth checking out.

[@samiamW437]

Love the technical jargon referencing his epiglottis, soft pallet and dangly thing at the back of his throat 🤪. Awesome vid as always mate, looking forward to the next one 👍.

[@gregmeli951]

Love actually hearing breakdowns with concise phrasing. Great job

[@luckyhomewood533]

Love this song and your reaction. The small details are amazing in both song and reaction.

[@nathanhilty6850]

I'd love to watch you react to Shawn James. He's got a great bluesy voice and a ton of power and grit behind it.

[@jasonrich4940]

I highly recommend listening to Transcendent Rambling Railroad Blues. It's by far his best written song and just washes over you with its tone. His version of Cooper shows more vocal range, as do a lot more of his modern songs

[@BeardiusMaximus]

Hey Julia. Love your videos. I'm not really a musical person, but seeing your reaction to "Sound of Silence" by Disturbed introduced me to your channel. I just wanted to mention that your genuineness, your insight, your humour, your expressions, your clever use of captions to not flood the songs with pauses, your voice and your accent all come together to make (IMHO) the perfect reaction videos. Wishing you all the subs, views and luck in the world. Stay safe. Stay healthy

[@demus_an]

Best timing ever. Found you just today and i was thinking that you should react to Colter Wall. And here it is :D

[@skippyrx21]

i love watching people find his music

[@sparky0750]

If you enjoyed this with the coordination to play guitar along with a kick drum you should check out Shakey Graves - Roll the bones

[@ozvidart]

Yes; Julia definitely needs to check out Shakey Graves!

[@D_Giffy]

Ah yess! So glad you did this one. In regard to songs that use higher register, there's maybe "Cowpoke" or "The Trains Are Gone" For fun you might like "Wild Dogs" which has a weird dark spacey western sound or "Bald Butte" which sounds like it could be a movie

[@jasondendy8785]

She was ready to risk it all when he started singing

[@Rustynail9]

Please do more songs like this! Love your reaction!

[@Dreckiar]

His live version of "Saskatchewan in 1881", "Cowpoke", or "Rocky Mountain Rangers". All wonderful songs. His live version of "Saskatchewan in 1881" from Behind the Lines KZbin channel also has him speaking at the beginning.

[@michaelclymer6292]

Love having you back doing more reactions. Missed you.

[@logankerlee]

Wow, I loved this! Normally I"m not a fan of this type of music but this was excellent. Whoa!..

[@logankerlee]

By type of music, I mean country music. It normally just doesn't mesh with me. The storytellinng in this was top notch though!

[@MrAyla]

I mixed Coulter around when he recorded this at a small club in Edmonton. Super gig

[@spy44yogi]

Hello sweet Julia. I know others have commented about this trend and a movie of this similar idea. The movie Crossroads from 1986 that stars Ralph Macchio (Karate KId) , Joe Seneca and Jamie Gertz. The movie is based off the legend of Robert Johnson who was a blues guitar phenom in the early 1900's and considered the Father of the Delta Blues here in America. Legend has it Johnson sold his soul to the devil at a crossroads and became famous for his guitar playing. Macchio and Seneca go searching for the crossroads to find a missing song Johnson allegedly wrote and never recorded. It's a good movie with some great blues,classical and rock guitar playing. I hope you check it out because it's quite fun as a story and musically. You also get a bonus guitar duel between Macchio and the legendary Steve Vai. I love your channel and I hope you continue to smash more reactions.

[@johnforsyth7987]

I like this young man. He could have a long future in music. If you really want a powerful dark song. May a recommend 2 of the last songs created by the Man in Black. (Johnny Cash) They are God's Gonna Cut You Down and The Man Comes Around. I would enjoy hearing your react to either of these songs. On a much brighter note. Congratulations on reaching 101 subscribers.

[@Swidhelm]

Devil Wears a Suit and Tie is based on a story around an old blues player Robert Johnson. Been a recurring theme in country, blues, rock, and metal, ever since.

[@sunnythelum]

Wow! What a fascinating introduction to this incredible voice. Definitely makes me want to hear more too. Great reaction, truly informative!

[@morganbelbin7283]

Colter wall sleeping on the black top is a crazy one he explores higher tones 👌

[@charliemoss6379]

It does not matter how you describe it it all works out to,, the guy is really good! Extremely talented and blessed with a voice that is all his own.

[@Fablevill]

I listened to this man for years and never saw his face. Then I watch the brewery videos and I was like 😶🫤🫣🥵

[@katiek.5614]

Wait... you mentioned Kaleo, that’s one of my favorite bands!! You should totally do a reaction to Way Down We Go or Save Yourself!

[@toddlower5546]

"Did I fall in a well . . ." Yes, yes you did. 🙂

[@markcitarella454]

Don't forget hes also not in an actual performing space he's in a warehouse surrounded by a bunch of cans his music is amazing

[@davidbridges2963]

“Thinking On A Woman” probably displays his range better than most of his other songs

[@dougel4709]

WHAT?!?!?! You got that whole movie script from this song?? All I got was he sold his soul for a guitar lesson. I even when and read the lyrics to see if I missed something. Still just a guitar lesson. I guess when inspiration hits... you creative types at so cool!!!!

[@litera918]

Nice series Julia! Gives me the chance to discover new music.

[@Hummingbirder1]

This artist/song is so good! I remember one of the TCV-crowd put in this for a request-vote months back. Still hasn't made it. I upvoted it, but not enough did, maybe. I'm VERY pleased to see/hear someone of the serious voice coach reacts-crowd (the good ones aren't that many) give it the appreciation it deserves. I'm just 2:48 in, so I'll just dive back and listen and check your comments :-)

[@prestonkincaid]

It'a a great time to love music. Tyler Childers, Ray Scott, Sturgill Simpson, Billy Strings, Colter Wall. All the true musicians, none on a major label, none supported by mainstream. But thanks to the internet and social media, all easy to access and support now.

[@AmericanDeen777]

Always enjoyed his music

[@MrAcidKnight]

Definitely react to Cowpoke next. It really shows how his voice has matured, much more range and texture and more true to his "true" voice.

[@thatguyeagle]

Listen to Sleeping on the Blacktop - Colter Wall. It’s a really good song, probably my 3rd favorite from him after devil wears a suit and tie and Johnny Boy’s Bones

[@jppitch6734]

Sleeping on the Blacktop he plays with range and energy a bit more, but in Saskatchewan in 1881 (Behind the Lines live version) he has amazing use of his conversational tone. Those and Kate McCannon (same brewery series as here) are among my favorites of his. Thank You for reacting to Colter!

[@jppitch6734]

Also in The Works All Done This Fall he yodels. So yeah..... there's that, too.

[@frisbeetarian34]

Colter picked an 1899 coin out of his pocket and gave it to me when I met him. He lives the country life. Phenomenal singer. Thanks for sharing your expertise.

[@sasquatchlife8836]

Legend has it that her downstairs mixup is still leaking after hearing Colters first "well"

[@brianhowe1982]

"The Whistler" by Great White Buffalo. That song is haunting

[@willgreermusic]

The song is originated from the story of Robert Johnson. Robert Johnson was a blues musician that supposedly sold his soul to the devil for musical talent on playing guitar. Colter references this in the the chorus saying, “I saw him driving down the 61 in early July.” He sold his soul at the crossroads of the highways 49 and 61 in Clarksdale, Mississippi. Pretty interesting story with a lot of depth.

[@sixtyfore]

I would definitely recommend listening to his cover of Cowpoke. His voice sounds so much more comfortable and fine tuned. He's said in recent interviews that he is kind of embarrassed how forced his vocals are in the Brewery Sessions. I still enjoy them but I love how he has settled in to his voice nowadays.

[@ArcadianRuin]

Colter was only about 21-22 when this video was done! Very young for such an aged voice!

[@erynhendrix3664]

Listen to another one of his songs “Fraulein” I turned up my headphones all the way and some of his notes made it feel like my nose was vibrating!

[@scottnicol1465]

His Paiste studio in New York is spectacular. His cover of Snake mountain blues is epic.

[@ShawnWilsonPrime]

This song is based on a southern superstition around Highway 61. Supposedly, the devil himself travels the road looking for people to trick into signing a contract that provides them with musical talent in exchange for their immortal soul. This superstition is a key piece of American Blues lore. There is a statue in the area known as The Crossroads( where Highway 49 crosses Highway 61 in Mississippi)that commemorates this superstition. And there is also a film called "The Crossroads" about it.