Voice teacher reacts to Disturbed: The sound of silence

[@linororen]

Do you want to have more fun singing & reach a goal (modest or ambitious)? I give online singing lessons: singwell.eu/singing-lessons/

[@susandillard1417]

Maybe remove this review if you want clients.

[@williamgreenhalgh-beamson1391]

I'm sorry you're wrong, biased, this guy owns this song, Simon and garfunkle both said its his song now

[@chudwickmt]

You did the opposite of what you wanted out of this channel. Very self-destructive. I have seen so many “voice coaches” (I include you, and you may be the worst) that want the world to know how much more they know than the average human. I have been surprised by many, who blew my shallow preconceptions of them out of the water with humor, humility, openness, and helpfulness as far as technique blah blah. You were a great disappointment and I hope you sort this out for yourself, because this definitely hurts your business model. Maybe delete and regroup?

[@cristianpaulbanu5320]

Musical Karen in action... Surprised you kept this video up... 🤡🤡🤡🤡

[@D.Bunker]

*3.1 thousand THUMBS UP vs. 8.2 thousand THUMBS DOWN - This means that you don't "GET IT" !!!*

[@ttroopers1025]

"People hearing without listening" is a perfect line for you.

[@cfavalorofavaloro6053]

Lol correct my friend.

[@sashly99]

You nailed it! This my very well be the most powerful performance I’ve ever seen

[@aaronz9410]

Damnit man you just made me spit out my drink. You are spot on.

[@SM_KTF]

could not of put it better myself

[@KurtWinkleman]

She has not heard the song at all. She is anchored in the past. First negative response i have ever heard on this song. I sure will not listen to her again.

[@Wikita007]

It's sad that as a voice teacher, she can't break free from the her bias and truly appreciate how wonderful this cover is and how it stands on its own from the original. Even Simon and Garfunkel loved the cover and directly contacted David to congratulate him. One of the most common comments I've seen about it is how much impactful the lyrics are in this version and how they never truly paid much attention to them until the heard this cover. Both versions are unique and beautiful in their own right. Personally, I prefer this version. The musical arrengement alone is beyond majestic. Also, and I can't stress this enough: DAVID IS NOT A POP SINGER!!!! Blasphemy!!!

[@bobmarkel3327]

She seems clueless.

[@MrBeav1982]

@@bobmarkel3327 Seems like she was looking for Karaoke version.

[@marcuswomack5462]

She is not much of a voice teacher. Learn to listen!

[@mandymcnalis7551]

Yeah I had to keep pausing the video when she'd go off on her lil inane babblings about it. Like, are we listening to the same song? Are you really THAT childish that you can't get beyond your love of the original? And her technical critique? yike. my HS chorus teacher was more proficient than she seems to be.

[@marymcsoley4071]

This is quite annoying and I’m being extremely polite. My granddaughter has more musical knowledge at age 11 😖

[@michaelfredgren1342]

A perfect example of "hearing without listening". Bias and prejudice for the original.

[@53mandevilla]

You got that right…she’s IDK 😢

[@LesSmith45]

I have watched almost every one of these reactions to this song! This cover is a masterpiece!!! The vocals are off the charts. The musicians, AMAZING! You need to remember this is a heavy metal band and they just created a masterpiece that was no where near their genre! That alone shows how talented this band is!

[@marcuswomack5462]

Apparently she is not a real voice teacher. This version is incredible and if she really listened, she would understand that the song was written to explain the frustration that Paul Simone was feeling at that point in his life. Loneliness, depression, and frustration in people not listening to those who needed to be heard. I THINK THAT SIMONE and Garfunkels

[@michaelfredgren1342]

@@marcuswomack5462 actually, you failed to address the "neon light" in this song that is supposedly the cause of all this. According to interviews, P&S was referencing to technology (the television) and the pop culture that derives from it.

[@PeteQuad]

I think it is not so much prejudice, but a failure to identify with or understand the feelings of rage, frustration, aggression in the music. I have fun into this before in people who are used to the very limited emotional register of earlier music and/or only the limited pop music of modern times. Also, these specific emotions are sometimes avoided or never experienced greatly for some people.

[@davidlang4546]

As a coach you shouldn't be comparing David to Paul, you should be analyzing how incredible this man's voice is. No, it's not the original and it's not meant to be.

[@bluesummer333]

well said!

[@lindathomas1247]

Wow. Very close minded. Sounds like you made up your mind brfore listening. "People talking without listening" you got thatright.

[@carlhammill5774]

this goes to show you how powerful imbedded beliefs are and how limiting they are on our nature and it robbed this voice coach of the beauty of this version. It should be a reminder to all of us that our own beliefs should be challenged often.

[@michaelglynn4850]

I’ve watched hundreds of other vocal teachers, opera singers, musicians, and other professionals react and they were all in awe of this performance, his vocal skills, etc. This is the oddest response I have ever run across. Are you sure you’re a vocal instructor?

[@LesSmith45]

I have watched almost every one of these reactions and her by far was the worst!!!! BY FAR! She is closed minded and has tunnel vision for the original. How can you NOT FEEL the power that exudes from this band! This version is and has so much more meaning to it than the original. David took it to a new level. I am out I cannot even finish this reaction!

[@geneburrell7230]

I agree. Is she sure she's a singer? Obviously not a very good one and does not appreciate an awesome awesome cover of an awesome awesome song. I'm sorry my dear but you are so so wrong

[@marymcsoley4071]

I concur. Is she cold of heart and maybe deaf?

[@allanon524]

It doesn't help she was pausing every 10 seconds, and during vocals. At least have the respect to wait for a break before pausing so you aren't interrupting the song.

[@missourimomofthree]

I think she was my voice teacher…. I decided to become an English major. Pompous ass.

[@Lilystarnight]

Sweetie you're missing a lot here. David is absolutely amazing delivering this message. Beautiful voice, powerful message. The two belong together.

[@craigbeuker7636]

Paul Simon himself liked David's version better than his own. Mainly because it brought out the emotion that Paul was attempting to portrait but was never able to. I still love the original but this version stands on its own as a powerful and incredible version of the song.

[@internal_dialogue9290]

After all of the reactions to this song I’ve watched , I’ve finally found the one with no soul!! You literally need to check your pulse...☠️

[@corychase2388]

As a voice teacher the acknowledgement of his vocal control and range should be expected. As well as his obvious classical training. Not to mention the masterful build up of the song. I'm thinking that you might be a little jealous that a hard core rock singer is able to make such a masterful performance look so easy... I would hate to hear what you have to say about evanescence

[@brettteply9363]

I agree.

[@deniseday2990]

Lol

[@wolfmk9]

800 MILLION people love this cover... And then, there's you, huh...

[@dalemerklin4730]

At 62 years old, I've been listening to the Simon and Garfunkel version since it's release. I was lucky enough to have just happened to tuned into Conan the night of this performance. While I have always loved the original, I literally was in tears after this performance, I can not never say the same about the original.

[@rehecke7124]

This version brings tears to my eyes every time I listen to it... and that's being said after listening to nine other vocalists and vocal coaches react to it today.

[@elizabethlatorre5360]

So true

[@inspacem]

Really true. Same as me.

[@timfleming696]

Dale, it has been quite a long while since there release of Sound of Silence and still almost every time I hear it I have that same powerful emotional response ride up in my chest, I know exactly what you mean

[@bobmarkel3327]

The original never came close to getting across the message as the lyrics like this version.

[@larryshair]

Wow. I’m pretty surprised to finally find one vocal coach that just didn’t seem to get it. The range and passion he has on the song makes this an immediate classic. While I do like Simon and Garfunkel‘s version, this version is amazing. I think you will be very hard-pressed to find any other reaction video on line thar have vocal coaches that didn’t love this version. I’m pretty surprised. Do a search for other vocal coaches analysis of his song and you’ll find some pretty amazing facts. Quit your day job if you are really a vocal coach...

[@GaryLBlakeley]

She is completely clueless.

[@larryshair]

@@GaryLBlakeley agreed. I even had the chance to review this on my channel and was absolutely stunned by his performance.

[@GaryLBlakeley]

@@larryshair I got to see them perform this live in concert. Goosebumps on top of goosebumps. I’ve never understood why somebody will review a cover and expect it to be exactly like the original artist. If they are a Simon and Garfunkel cover band, I expected to be a lot closer to the original but when somebody does it cover, I love to see him put their own twist on it. They did a phenomenal job. Another group that does really good revisions of songs is postmodern jukebox.

[@ericengwall9926]

I don't know if she's truly clueless - I haven't seen enough of her reactions to form a broader opinion. But she whiffed on this one. She's too emotionally tied to the Simon & Garfunkel expression of the song to be objective. It's fine to love a performance so much that you don't want to hear and see someone else's interpretation, but then don't choose to review it for your channel - it's not an honest appraisal and never will be.

[@superfly3990]

The Simon and Garfunkel version is Woosified and Weak. S&G have no ability to sing with any feeling. This so called vocal coach needs to stick with more basic material and musicians like David Cassidy and The Partridge Family.

[@zzzzzzzz8498]

As an artist we should appreciate all variations that are exceptional. You were already closed minded before you heard it. Talent is in all genres not just yours.

[@anitapenman8328]

Well said

[@MJKircher1221]

You couldn't ruin this perfection if you tried any harder. Literally the only person who can't realize how amazing this cover is, smh!

[@paulbach8057]

Definitely didn’t ruin it for me. David is incredible. Best interpretation of a song I’ve ever heard.

[@elizabethlatorre5360]

You are the only singer who wasn't amazed by the performance. We all feel the lyrics better with this version. It brings our the meaning more. Listen to the original video. It was very well done with the visuals. It got most of us emotional. It was brilliant how he kept building it up then eased back down

[@tfc1275]

Regardless of what you may think of this version, wrap your biased mind around this, Paul Simon said that not only does he endorse Disturbed's rendition but went further to state that their version, not cover, is his favorite version because David Draiman truly captures the full meaning and emotion of the song as Simon had originally intended.

[@tishw4576]

Paul Simon actually promoted this version on his social media. He loved it.

[@bdubz5150]

Paul Simon embraced this version very much.

[@TheLocosapien]

She completely lost me.

[@TheLocosapien]

Not sure what she specializes in but she completely lost me. Best cover ever!! I've watch over 2 dozen reactions from vocal coaches and hers is the most negative by a long shot.

[@Finnssssss]

This is the only cover of any of his songs that Simon ever personally endorsed. Most people (the ones that can overcome their own bias) feel that this version of the song actually captured the message more clearly. Also, most people can enjoy this version and the original. It doesn't have to be one or the other.

[@priscillachapman9145]

I read Paul Simon said the people didn’t hear the message when they did it. Now it has been sung with anger and emotion so maybe it will now be heard. True and insightful of Paul Simon. He said the song is now David’s of Disturbed.

[@donna3465]

His voice is fantastic. I can’t believe that you don’t like the performance!

[@douglasmays3597]

I am 57 and love Paul Simon as well. His version was perfect for the time when he wrote it. Kind of silly and poppy. Disturbs version took a magnificent song to the next level. It gave emotion and seriousness to words that are serious. The fact that your reaction was to laugh and barely stop short of mocking David, says a lot about you, your bias and lack of ability to review and intelligently reactive to, what most people feel, is a very powerful performance. Congrats!

[@peterrose5373]

I'm not convinced that this version would have flown when the original came out. The world needed to grow up a little, first.

[@jeffhartman7545]

I've said this exact same thing on other videos... As good as S&G original was/is... Disturbed absolutely did justice and took a great original to an over the top very rare cover story! I also watched alot of interviews with David and he's very straight forward, Honest and Humbled individual IMHO. I'm very disappointed in Linor's reaction even tho everyone is entitled to their own opinion... She's not a very good musical analyst if she cannot appreciate this take.

[@cjm0125]

What’s interesting is Paul Simon himself stated how incredibly well David did this cover, and even posted this version to his social media outlets...

[@MAXIMUS-df3sj]

I am a big fan of the original...but I must say..every time I listen to this version it give me goosebumps...very very good.

[@Covol8454]

The sound from his voice was not for show, this is his sound. Listen to some of Disturbed's other songs. This song is widely hailed as one of the greatest covers of all time.

[@donnabennett8546]

I think you weren't leaving room to enjoy his version of this classic & incredibly meaningful song. This meant a lot to him to recreate and pay homage to the original. S&G were impressed and honored by this cover of their song. It's incredibly powerful & pertains greatly to current times, despite the age of this song. I get it...being bias for the musical artists we love and are loyal to. It's ok to enjoy other artists renditions of music we love...after doing so, take it or leave it. I hope you watched it again to really allow yourself to absorb it and enjoy it for the beautiful rendition that it is~ PS...btw, this man had developed the flu the day of this performance and sang this with a fever. He was even disappointed in his performance (could've been better, he thought) even though it was incredible, despite him not being well.That is determination and commitment~

[@_Common_Logic_]

She would LOVE Karaoke Night... "Wow, you sound just like Elvis! Perfect!"🤣🤣🤣

[@Wraithlen]

This cover is easily one of the top 5 covers in the history of music. It's a beautiful, modern reminder of what this song is all about. Not sure what you are after here. Weird.

[@moravamanagement]

I respect that they took the song in a new direction and made it their own. To perform it like the original would just be karaoke.

[@kylehorton2310]

I completly agree

[@jduncanandroid]

and Paul Simon himself gave his blessing and praise after hearing this version, so there's that...

[@mitchkramah]

I was highly skeptical of this cover when I first heard about it, but was surprised by how much I appreciated it for that exact reason. I thought it was done respectfully and didn't try to directly cover the original. Of course that would've required a two part harmony to be covered "correctly"

[@Stevesrssrssrs]

Simon & Garfunkel have endorsed this version of their song as the best version!!!

[@FastNCurious88]

moravamanagement the original was a call to pay attention. This version is when that warning went ignored....

[@wgw2728]

This was the best cover I've heard in my lifetime. Sad that you couldn't appreciate it.

[@rayclark6304]

Best cover ever,better than the original

[@alexyang5999]

Foreallllll!!!!!! Disrespectful!! Lol

[@TheTwil1]

Simon himself sent a msg to them, stated that their rendition made him cry and moved him. It's on KZbin. I trust them both.

[@timexyemerald6290]

Well old habits die hard and nostalgia is never dies and only gets stronger the older you get. You would't appreciate some thing in the future too. I can 100% guarantee it. Its inevitable 😒

[@richardjreidii]

"It taps into a specific niche" - You weren't able to shed your bias on this one. This song is ~wildly~ popular, across multiple genres. As is often commented, the original was presented as a prophetic warning of sorts, while Disturbed has returned with the song as a sort of battle cry against the warning having been ignored.

[@timfleming696]

Richard Reid ,as I have mentioned in past comments I'm not personally aquainted with either Paul Simon or Art Garfunkel that I could definitively speak on precisely what meaning they intended to convey to listeners as the lyrics were being written to sound of silence. However, I really think that your observation that the original was evoked and sung with heavy overtones of the prophetic while the arrangement by disturbed was something akin to a battlecry or ,if I may offer , a despairing rant ,at an entire generation of souls that failed to heed the warning implicit in the first prophetic offering is as insightful as it gets . A distinction that I've only heard mentioned for the first time by you. Thank you for that keen insight.

[@randallhazzard7383]

Wow, You totally missed this song and the performer's artistry. Lower, deep chest, relaxed baritone beginning. His haunting/ emotion filled sound while keeping the music to just a piano. His smoothness in transitioning from an e to an a then putting a fry on top of his voice. The addition of layers of strings and drums. Did you know he had the flu during this performance? With over 30 years of running sound board in studio and live performance, the amount of effects in this performance is minimal. The mixing of instillments was masterfully done by the sound engineers. It may not be your style of music but you can not downplay the quality of his version. A little FYI, When Disturb released The Sound of Silence, Paul Simon linked it on all his social media platforms.

[@rollotomassi6232]

"The mixing of instrumentals was masterfully done by the sound engineers." I agree to a point, the guitar is almost non-existent, stuck way in the back ground. In the studio verision when it comes in at the 2nd verse it is in the forefront and is pronounced the rest of the song. I miss that in the live version.

[@paulovianna1882]

"Hearing without listening" - has just been defined!

[@Einungbrekke]

When you have "Voice teacher" in the title, you create the expectation that we will get an educated comment on his performance, not a comparison to the original song. You knew your feelings of the song before you started it...You never had an open mind to this. He didn't have a chance. I'm not a big Disturbed fan, but this is a good version. Its a great vocal performance

[@michaelholcomb6921]

This woman is ridiculous. Shut up and listen! Wow. This man did an amazing job.

[@waldoman7]

don't be a dick

[@theschwartz5260]

Dear Lord, just listen to the friggin song! I didnt even finish watching her reaction.

[@ionsp3ctra127]

This might be the best version of the sound of silence

[@brandilyneh.1583]

@@ionsp3ctra127 Agreed. Hands down

[@brianbreckler9685]

I am old enough to have been alive and heard the original when it was released. Disturbed version of this song is magnificent, and I believe better than the original, and it is extremely rare when a cover version is better than the original. S&G version sounds prayer like, this version comes across as the warning the lyrics intended.

[@ianmusicstein]

I completely agree. The raw emotion comes out much better in this version.

[@EmBaMusik]

Or "I will Always love you" which Whitney Houston covered from Dolly Parton.

[@tomd1939]

Simon (I believe it was him) even said Disturbed did a better version of their own song. The highest of compliments

[@mastermariner7813]

Like you I am old enough to have been there for the original by Simon & Garfunkel. I love S&G. But this version is more powerful, maybe the best cover of any song ever covered.

[@aleckelsey2663]

I kind of understand the "whoa, this is different" reaction. I really liked the Simon and Garfunkel version, but it never really resonated with me emotionally. The version performed by disturbed, however, punched me in the soul. That's the difference, I think. This version carries a weight and impact that the more (as you put it) intimate original version didn't have. The message is the same, but the delivery carries with it so much more gravity. Give it another listen (if you would like, of course) and you may find an explanation for that emotion that you couldn't quite put your finger on. I heard the original. I deeply felt this version.

[@gmjhustis7959]

Way late but this is exactly how I felt after hearing Disturbed's version. The original had no soul and the message was lost, but like you mentioned, Draiman delivered a gut punch that felt prophetic, given the time. And anyone who doesn't know what's going on at 4:44 doesn't deserve to be call a 'voice teacher' at all.

[@Chicago-os9bl]

Shes just nuts. Nobody else had her crazy reaction

[@cflip7452]

I don’t know what your hearing but Simon n Garfunkel can’t hold a tune to this dude! Amazing voice

[@joanhosley9189]

Look at the world around us now, that song has been warning us for fifty something years. We haven't listened or heard.

[@cfavalorofavaloro6053]

Maybe if you would have just listened to the whole song first instead of stopping it every 10 seconds you just might have appreciated it better and realize that this guy has one beautiful awesome voice ❤

[@stevebuckskinner5482]

I'm 66 years old and quite familiar with the original by Simon and Garfunkel. With that being said, I really like Disturbs version of this song as well.

[@kalkwiese]

me not tbh. i don't like how overblown it is

[@stevebuckskinner5482]

@@kalkwiese What may be overblown to one maybe epic to another. I don't think neither one of us are wrong. Simply a matter of taste. Regards!

[@kalkwiese]

@@stevebuckskinner5482 Of course it is, very true! One thing that makes me sad is that people shit on Linor, because her reception was just lukewarm. That's so stupid.

[@stevebuckskinner5482]

@@kalkwiese Agreed! I love Linor! Her opinion and taste is every bit as valid as anyone else's. I have no problem with her take on this version of the song. For some people, certain songs, movies or plays are better left alone. I think we all have that opinion when it comes to certain forms of the performing arts.

[@awalk56]

I'm 63 & like you quite familiar with the original. I have a Pal who owns a downtown 'joint'. Very diverse clientele. I lunch there a few times a week. When the lunch crowd moves on and the place gets back to being a joint I'll play 'this' on the jukebox cranked up. More than once I've seen 'it' put a dew drop on the cheeks of a few tough guys.

[@jacobwalsh1888]

The niche it taps into is everybody on the damn planet...and while I do love the original, this is a superior version.

[@dianapliley2998]

This has been viewed over 800 million times,and I just listened to many many vocal coaches and they have had a way different opinion. The feeling he injected make people with a heart cry.

[@baddog822]

Her response to this is disturbing! That is one of the most powerful renditions of a song I have ever heard. I cry almost every time I listen to it!

[@larryclark4297]

David arranged all this he wanted to do this cover different than anybody else and Paul Simon loved it when he heard it he said he was going to put it on his playlist on his phone that's pretty good praise

[@BroJ3221]

Summary of this video: 0.1% Critquing vocal ability and giving viewers knowledgeable information 99.9% Listening to your opinion that this song "is not for you" Come on now, I'm not saying the song is the greatest of all time but I can read the comment section if I just want to see someone say "I didn't enjoy it"...do better...that's my critique 😀👍🏻

[@donnilloyd1355]

She likes/loves the Original. Did you not hear that?

[@Ender4212]

@@donnilloyd1355 So this reaction was about the original? Of course, how could I forget?

[@matthewcioffi6385]

I agree with you. She didn't really give any reasoning as to why she didn't like it other than she prefers the original. Preferring the original is fine, but she barely analyzed his vocal performance. His technique was solid, but not her style -- which again, is fine, but I feel like she could have been a lot more objective.

[@donnilloyd1355]

@@Ender4212, no it wasn't. Obviously my message was misconstrued. No bad feelings intended.

[@tykiimykk9506]

I love disturb but this one is autotune 😊 peace

[@dodiesdiary]

Paul Simon really liked this version.

[@hicksrd1]

Paul Simon endorse them

[@unodos149]

For a professional, she's having an awful hard time finding the imagination-space in her head to analyze an adaptation. Um... does she never put her own touch on pre-existing songs when she performs?

[@collettegumbrell8854]

If anything, I prefer this version to the original

[@elizabethlatorre5360]

Agree

[@inspacem]

She is so so biased.

[@richardzecchini3242]

@@inspacem Plus she is unable to achieve the same vocal 'fry' without choking!

[@trip5898]

And a lot of people won’t like her version this type of music and the growl isn’t everybodies cup of tea. She said she didn’t like that and it’s fine 🤷🏽‍♂️

[@Astropin]

I'm in my mid 50's and LOVED the original...this one is better! (Period). This is the best cover of all time and this song now belongs to Disturbed IMHO.

[@tedcowperthwaite1957]

This was an outstanding live performance. You do not have to like or appreciate it but many who loved Paul Simon’s version also love this version.

[@cavebearmama]

Paul Simon was personally blown away when he heard him sing this song. He gave him the grandest salute for this version. ♥️

[@michaelshafer5192]

To each her own, but it seems you are missing the point of this version. SILENCE won.

[@alanberow208]

Another vocal coach suggested that the face scrunch is an outward manifestation of how David controls his voice during a vocal fry to preserve his vocal cords, the sign of a well-trained singer.

[@川新-k4i]

Alan Berow not one. Many did so (i’m currently deep in the rabbit hole of watching disturbed reaction videos ;). Because it’s a technique that a voice coach should know, at least if the voice coach is a good one. I mean I play guitar and violin and *I* know that technique since roughly 20 years. Some even expressed that they could not teach it, but it exists and there are people to learn this from. That’s a teacher. This person here says Disturbed does this for a niche, but I believe she lives in a niche, and a pretty tight one if it shuts down the ability to give a professional and detailed opinion about his singing techniques and abilities, and as others have proven, there would be a lot to say.

[@jodienaiburg4076]

The only reaction I have seen where the song went right over her head. I watched 20 reactions so far.

[@goinrich25]

The voice control that he has in this song is something that most singers can only dream of. Being able to control the rasp and switch between that and a REALLY good classical voice is simply amazing. Even if you don't personally like this rendition of the song, as a voice teacher you should absolutely love what he is able to do in this song and the voice control he has throughout to put the rasps in at decreasing intervals until the final verse, when he just lets it all out. He conveys the message that Paul Simon wanted to convey in the original in a way that Simon and Garfunkel would have never been able to do. I love Simon and Garfunkel's version as well, but this version simply stands on its own, while paying homage to the original throughout.

[@MS-dq4er]

I think your statement about listening to it again was an excellent idea. Constantly pausing the song (while completely understandable for a reaction video) leaves out the overall impact of this piece. An homage to a cherished classic with over 40 years of popularity, sung by a highly skilled musician with tremendous power, range and ability expressing his vision of the song in the present deserves an uninterrupted experience. I applaud your decision to do so.

[@yashraut8758]

She don't deserves to come on this gem again!

[@Falky1]

Such a sad reaction, in my opinion this is one of the best covers ever made.

[@FHB71]

I love this version. The original is way to mellow or vanilla for me. His power in this song is amazing.

[@elizabethlatorre5360]

You appreciate the lyrics more with this version

[@MyElephant55]

when this cover has well over 400 million views it cant be bad

[@sandydyson2592]

I understand everyone has there own opinions and preferences, but when you cannot listen for a moment and let go for a moment. Let go of the original for just a moment and listen to his amazing voice and the message that was originally told is now not just a quiet warning. Disturbed made people listen and perhaps wake up to what is happening all around us. I love watching reactions to this cover and I am sad to say I have never given a dislike until now. This reaction did nothing for me and was very negative.

[@lackadaisy6658]

This song gives me the chills every time I listen to it

[@tsheets6771]

This version speaks to me much more than the original. The strong contrast in his low voice vs when it goes higher and softer is hauntingly Beautiful.

[@rebelinthehighcastle]

Paul Simon raved about this cover if that helps you feel better. LOL

[@scottcrosby-art5490]

Geary Kunkel Shut up Geary

[@seantory1417]

Everyone i know who grew up with this song reckon this guy nails it

[@ecjraj]

She convinced herself she wouldn't like it before she heard it. I'm quite sure of that. I wonder what she would think if Simon and Garfunkel recorded Down with the sickness? She would gush all over it.

[@billpo]

Geary Kunkel I’m 56...I love this rendition...so it’s not a generational thing...

[@makersmike2959]

Paul Simon gets paid more money the more this song is sold, and the more it is played. LOL

[@michaelwinkelman7165]

I would say most vocal teachers will never be able to sing anywhere near as beautifully as David. #Ever.

[@danielmadison4451]

I totally understand and appreciate your honesty. I started College when the original song came out in 1964. One of my favorites. However, I found this arrangement and the growling to be very powerful. I think people who love this version, and I do, are hearing the entirety of the SONG and styling rather than focusing on the voice, as a voice coach is apt to do. Your struggle was noted and kudos for the effort. 🙂

[@patrickmulligan8928]

I think he added his emotions and twists in the song because there's the same types of moral complacency that Simon and Garfunkel wrote the song about initially still going on today. It's difficult not to feel isolated, and then not to get seriously "disturbed" by it, pun intended. 50 years after it was written, we have the ability to connect with each other in a nano-second, yet we're as divided as ever.

[@Quantari]

Yeah yeah, it's a year later, but I just started watching these voice teacher/vocal coach reacts to this song. I can see why people are accusing you of being unable to get over your bias. Every other vocal coach, vocal teacher, etc. review is actually able to focus on the technical aspects of David's performance- his rich resonance, his flawless control and near perfect vocal fry without overdoing it, the way he can add power to his voice without effort, and -that's- what impresses them. They can see that he's a classically trained singer who is pulling off traditionally difficult feats with ease, and in doing so, can deliver an emotional song that perfectly encapsulates the emotional intent of the original. This includes vocal coaches who love the Simon & Garfunkel original. Unfortunately, yeah, you were already so focused on it not being Simon & Garfunkel that it was all you could think of, and that was basically the backdrop for every comment you made- "this isn't what I'm used to." Of course it's not. You didn't even recognize that the scrunched up face during the vocal frying is something that is done to bring the sound away from the back throat space and move it up front, where it will do less damage to his chords. You just made fun of it as if it was just showmanship, when it was actually a valid and recommended tactic for trained singers to do. It kind of makes me trust you a bit less as a voice teacher, particularly one who brands herself as someone who isn't judgmental. You were so judgmental you forgot to actually consider his talent and skill, and tried to save face in the video desc with "even though I think it's good stuff." Disappointing.

[@QualeQualeson]

Oh Boohoo. Did the mean woman question the man who made you sentimental with his melodramatic vulgarity? How dare she?! She tried to express herself with caution. That's why she was somewhat apologetic, because she knows that there's a lot of cry babies like you who will actively display all kinds of aggression because their feelings are just _so_ important. Not just for their own infantile egos, but for *everybody* whether they want it or not. I have news for you: She didn't actually dislike it because it's not the original. She disliked it because it's pompous crap. So much so in fact, that it borders on the parodical.

[@doomincarnate]

@@QualeQualeson nah accept you're in a tiny minority and fuck off.

[@krover01]

@@QualeQualeson you sound like a fun person to be around! 🖕

[@frankohero]

Simon and Garfunkle spoke out a warning. Disturbed spoke about the ANGER that the warning was unheared/dismissed. The message is today more important than it ever was. Disturbed did something marvellous/magic to revive this song (the way they did).

[@KaalAlexanderRosser]

Precisely! S&G was warning/complaint; this was anger/threat. :)

[@dianamccay7276]

This song is brilliant. First, kudos to Paul Simon for writing it. He was a visionary when he composed this song in 1963. His audience was a very different audience 57 years ago, but he saw the handwriting on the wall. I love the original version by S&G. Secondly, David Draiman / Disturbed took that song and brought it into the 21st century. He has an incredible voice and he sang it with powerful control and emotion... he expressed in one song the 57 years of frustration over the empty, unshared, silent existence most of us are living in 2020. People talking without speaking... people hearing without listening... I can’t think of a better way to describe this wasteland of a world. For a “voice teacher” Ms. Oren didn’t even analyze/critique Mr. Draiman’s incredible vocal range and control. She should have declined to review this on the basis of her closed mind and inability to offer a fair review of this modern rendition of Paul Simon’s incredible song.

[@michelecalla928]

Truth!

[@jenniferjohnson2459]

Such a weird way for her to interpret this version. Beautifully sung and she can't seem to get over herself to enjoy it.

[@MrAussiebrad]

This is the first vocal coach that doesn't appreciate his version of it. That's okay. I love it. He takes you on a journey

[@buddharmt]

All due respect though, this reaches beyond niche. I'm a 90s/2000s hip hop guy through and through and this gives me chills and evokes emotions. Incredible

[@checle4499]

Like Steve b, I am 67 and very familiar with and love the original. Written as a protest song for our day, this version by Disturbed significantly displays the difference between the era then and now. I love this performance by the group, it is even better than the video made for the song. It is emotional, angry, and disturbing - like the time we are living in. It speaks to my heart now as Simon and Garfunkel did decades ago.

[@Stevesrssrssrs]

Simon & Garfunkel have endorsed this version of their song as the best version!!!

[@John-pk3oh]

This cover of a TIMELESS MASTERPIECE IS A MASTERPIECE in itself ! The very first time I heard this, I had to find out who this man is ? W O W ! Not better, but not worse, just different ! I am impressed with the power and conviction in his voice ! 😮 I can't hear it enough !!! 🤗🤗🤗🥰

[@sherrybriggs5777]

Surly you can not deny the brilliance of his voice and rendition, it hits you to the core of your soul. Brings strong emotions to everyone on You Tube that presents this, tears to most of the presenters. I to tear up every time I hear it. I find it a surprise that you cannot recognize this and pick it apart.

[@tylerrhodes2192]

Of all the reactions to this song I’ve watched, this is hands down the worst one. I’ll keep it short: when the original composer of this song gives a standing ovation with tears in his eyes to this version, you KNOW that it was an incredible cover.

[@r.mar.673]

Is there a video of this?

[@boyeatsworld-vr9ci]

The original composer did not, however, do anything you described. So, sit down.

[@RedCornerMovies]

Agreed. The worst

[@boyeatsworld-vr9ci]

@@jeffreyk4237 someone keeps deleting/reporting my responses. But heres the thing, I know you got them via email. so go fuck yourself.

[@benkelly7182]

This particular rendition just wasn't doing it for me either. Music is like food and while there are objective qualities to be commented on, and popular opinion is relevant in many ways, at the end of the day the subjective experience of how the music feels or how the food tastes is primary to all of us. Everyone has their own experience of this, of course, and we should all remind ourselves of this. I doubt this singer himself would take any personal offense to her interpretation, like a great chef isn't going to mind if one person doesn't prefer his dish. It doesn't make that person wrong or offensive in any way, especially when they are so polite and diplomatic about stating the opinions that you've essentially asked for.

[@GriffinUSA]

I personally love that the artist has taken masterful lyrics written over 55 years ago and added anger...as if to say "Did you not hear my warning!!!" I think that is one reason Paul Simon enjoyed this version by David Draiman so much.

[@fishingmw1990]

This is a sad reaction to watch. I love this version.

[@jeffbaker634]

It's a beautiful version. I Love it too. But she was honest and I'd rather have honesty over being fake and pandering to the viewers.

[@hunzukunz]

theres a lot of very popular shitty pop music out there. just because you like doesnt mean its good, and one cant call it out for being bad

[@patriciarobledo3954]

Paul Simon was extremely impressed and said the song was now his.

[@nathanwebb6796]

Simon and Garfunkel after they heard this for the first time, called David to say this is now his song, and he did it better than they ever could.

[@Bailey73DC]

David Draiman (Disturbed) version of this song sends shivers down my spine and brings me out in goosebumps every time I hear it... Not many songs can do that for me!! This is definately an amazing cover!

[@73firebirddriver]

ASMR. Good songs get me too.

[@nickbalzer129]

Not many visceral songs out there.

[@nickbalzer129]

I prefer the term full quantum experience. ASMR is believed to be a physiological response, when in reality certain songs and artwork connect into your very conciousness. Listen to "Zombie" by The Cranberries, now that will rock you.

[@fidelme9072]

Sad when a teacher can’t get passed her own bias.

[@tristantenbrinke]

Why is that sad? It's a honest first reaction and she gave good feedback on his vocal. When a song is close to you and you hear a complete other verse of it, that brings some intern conflict. I wish more reactors were this honest about it, as most reactors seems to say what the fans want to hear

[@tevitamotulalo3909]

If that’s the case, nobody should teach

[@Mr.Salty.]

Disturbed version is better than the original. Maybe I’m a little bias because I love Disturbed.

[@Beth-fd6pj]

A teacher should be open minded to each person being different, I thought she was being very biased, wouldn't pay her to help someone sing with that attitude! She even admitted she was biased, sad! This review sucked! Disliked!

[@aleckelsey2663]

*past

[@Martin_WDSK]

What´s actually funny is your music knowledge in metal genre.

[@SASMacDroid]

That's what i thought she has no knowledge in metal

[@coreyboatwood9071]

She said pop bruh where does she get pop from 😂😂

[@Sarspariila]

RaZi Warrior G to be fair pop music does mean popular, What I gather from what she has said is; she isn’t knowledgeable of popular bands even though Disturbed’s genre is heavy & alternative metal. What Linor definitely isn’t saying they are a pop group/ solo singer like Britney, 1D or Ariana.

[@kernalmustard353]

this is the first reaction to this song that hasn't blown the reactor away...very surprised how you reacted to it

[@joeycan6801]

This is the best cover of this song that was ever produced till this day…. And I’m 65 years old, this version is better than the original any day of the week.

[@paulukjames7799]

This version will never be bettered in my opinion

[@magicmonster6877]

It's interesting to see someone who was not blown away by David's version. I respect for her she likes the ethereal sound of the original. I think for today's age this one is more fitting. Never thought I would like anyone else's version than S&G but I do.

[@GaryLBlakeley]

I knew she would like it when she opened her mouth.

[@shirleyanneyoung955]

No-one’s saying she has to prefer this version but the complete disrespect she gave it from the first note was completely unacceptable. To then go on and laugh, saying that it was funny, well that says a lot more about her than it does about this version of the song. We don’t all like the same things and there’s nothing wrong with her preferring the original version, I’m sure many do, but to condemn Disturbed’s version outright before hearing more than one note just shows stupidity on her part.

[@chase4789]

Simon and Garfunkel exclaimed their excitement for this version, even stating that when the song was written, this is more what they had in mind but it was too before it’s time. It took me a few times to get used to it as well, as I am also biased, but in the end... this is the perfect version

[@jamesayers5182]

The way that David sings, he sings for every performance. I have just tuned 69, and I can tell you truly that he sings the song the same way for every performance, he is truly a voice to reckoned with. xxx

[@loriperez787]

I love the original by Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel I'm 60 years old I was around when that came out it's always been my favorite I've heard this one by Disturbed and it has the way he sings it it's more powerful it's reaching the generation now because when the original one came out back in 67 who would have thought that now all these years later we're actually living in the world of The Sound of Silence nobody's really communicating nobody's connecting there's no emotional connection with people nowadays it made me so happy to find out that Paul Simon who wrote this Lowe's cover that Disturbed with it even has it on his playlist that says a lot coming from the original singer and songwriter of this song it's so amazing it gives me goosebumps and makes me cry because it's so emotional and he has that powerful strong voice maybe I'm just like that because eclectic I love all kinds of music no matter what it is I love music

[@jamesbankhead117]

The only voice coach that has not been emotionally moved by the power of this young man’s voice. Close your eyes “coach”and listen to it agin and let his voice grab your heart young lady.

[@sarahughes6452]

He brings raw passion and emotion to this song. It is the only cover that Paul Simon ever officially endorsed on his social media. Many people did not really “hear” the words until they listened to this version.

[@hite9134]

I find it funny that this video has more dislikes than likes 😂. And this is "show"? This is a perfect cover performance. Disturbed took it, made it their own, yet you can still feel the passion from this cover. I feel a more heartfelt connection with this version as opposed to the original. The original, i think, is too up beat for the lyrics in my opinion.

[@stephendobrowolski8981]

Millions of people were moved by this incredible performance. Including Paul Simon. Personally, this version touches my heart and brings a tear to my eyes every time I watch it. Don’t get me wrong, I still love the original version. The fact that you don’t feel what100s of millions of other people have felt when listening to this version makes me feel sad for you.

[@user-se6pj3lt5c]

Sad you didn’t see this song from his perspective, he delivered that song with its true meaning. i see a lot of cover when they sing the original song which they can’t own. This man took this song and owned it like it was his very own. That’s the art of music he introduced new colours to paint his picture and the message he was delivering. His range and announcing of words is done to perfection, you can pick up the word “sound” which is by the book and the word “silence” which he mastered. Something most people don’t recommend doing. That’s what I should expect a voice teacher to breakdown

[@katiebaby60]

If Paul Simon has it on his favourites to listen to, where does that leave you

[@MaverickGamingVideos]

This was the best cover.... it’s not meant to be the same, it’s him making it his own.. it’s so powerful! I can understand loving a song and having a hard time hearing it song differently, it’s just so powerful

[@caileancampbell7498]

The problem you are having with Disturbed's version is the emotional aspect that all renditions of this song seem to invoke in the listener. Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel's version is rather intimate and feels one on one. It invokes a feeling that everything will get better. Disturbed's version invokes the feeling of being lost and ignored. It takes the listener to a darker place where the feeling of loss cuts deeper. It exposes the anger that we all feel at some point or another. Both versions have/had their place in their eras. This one is for the era where everything is raw and fresh.

[@dragonwhite4086]

Such a shame that people who discuss music would have a closed mind. This version is extremely powerful. Funny so many vocal teachers praised his ability. It was new to all the others.

[@gusrouff]

I think before reviewing find out the type of music the singer normally does. This is a huge departure from what he normally sings so I think this is beautiful, gritty and amazing. I love the original fir what it is - but I love that Disturbed took this song and made us feel something entirely different than S&G did. Go listen to other songs by Disturbed - then come back to this one.

[@garethlewis4821]

There are dozens of reaction videos to this cover. Refreshing to hear something other than gushing admiration. I have to admit to being a big fan of this version though. Thanks for your angle on it.

[@Patriot_Drone_Services]

I love your reviews.... you were honest up front about your bias to this particular cover. That is a wonderful thing. UNFORTUNATELY - you failed miserably this time around because you KEPT the blinders on. I’m quite surprised that a renowned vocalist and vocal trainer such as yourself, who has changed the arrangements of some of the songs you have covered, is critical of this version. Disregard the bias, YES DO THINK ABOUT IT. Remember that every artist has a musical interpretation of certain pieces. You kept mentioning “this was a show, for the show”. Watch the official video, discover the band won a Grammy award for this version and, as a previous subscriber mentioned, Paul Simon loved this version. If I’m not mistaken, he presented the Grammy to David Draiman. In every reaction video I’ve seen, the vocalists were critiqued on the their vocal ability, not arrangement, not song choice, but how well they could or couldn’t sing. I’m just being honest. I do watch all of your reviews, I love them. I just feel in my heart the total reaction was missed, other then you didn’t like the arrangement and that put you off through the entire performance. I encourage you to watch the official video, listen to it without pause, I think you might understand it better.

[@hunzukunz]

there is a reason this song gets very bad ratings and lots of negative critique from actual musicians. its just not good. for many reasons, including bad vocals

[@jacobyullman5005]

@@hunzukunz What reality are you living in? The vast majority of people, musicians included, see this song as a masterpiece. You can make the point that the song isnt your style or to your preference, but if you think the song is bad or his vocals are bad, then im sorry to say that you are just 100% incorrect.

[@funnydude22262]

hunzukunz You need some checking my guy. Wouldn’t want to drive passenger seat and listen to your music taste 😷

[@lightscameratamara]

I love this song. Gives me chills and tears even. His voice range is such a gift. Sounds super smooth to me, but Im not a voice coach lol

[@steveszanto1581]

Thanks for reviewing this. It's a favorite of mine and he's an incredibly powerful singer. I encourage you to research him (David Draiman) and his background/training.

[@elizabethavey4659]

Simon and Garfunkel's version was a warning, and Disturbed's version is, "well, you didn't listen, now it's here, and it pisses me off!"