VOICEPLAY "Friends On The Other Side" | Vocal Coach Reacts (& Analysis) | Jennifer Glatzhofer

[@CynicalTesuji]

VoicePlay's lineup can get confusing, especially after the past couple years where it has changed. Lemme give you the rundown of what you'll find on their channel. Early videos feature Geoff: bass, Layne: vocal percussion, Tony Wakim: baritone (he is now co-owner of Pattycake Productions, a video studio he co-owns with Layne), Eli: tenor 2, Earl Elkins Jr.: tenor 1. Tony is recognizable by his incredibly on-point eyebrows and lovely, lovely eyes. Earl has the physique of a bodybuilder (in Oogie Boogie's song, he was the fellow with the beard) and a piercing, laserlike high tenor range. After Tony left, J. None replaced him up in the baritone role. Earl left the group in mid-2020, and in May (I think) this year J. None left to join the Navy band, leaving VoicePlay down two members. But not long ago, Cesar De La Rosa (the frog prince in this video) joined them, though I'm not sure where he is placed, vocally. There's still an open slot in the group; hopefully they will fill it soon and give us a stable lineup that will enable them to start touring again.

[@JenniferGlatzhofer]

This is brilliant! Thank you for this!! 😊

[@christinestromberg4057]

With you on Tony's eyes. Some of the most twinklng eyes I've ever seen. :)

[@trevors3908]

I believe on their website they classify Cesar as Baritone/Tenor 2!

[@ToOliver22]

It is so nice having you in the Voiceplay family! I love your insights. If you want to see more Jaw-dropping examples of their incredible skill, check out one of their recent videos - If I Were a Rich Man/Girl.

[@its_dey_mate]

"...leaving Voiceplay down to two members." Uumm, Layne, Geoff and Eli. That makes three doesn't it. Forgive me if I am wrong and do not know if one of these guys no longer sings with them full time. Edit: ignore this comment I am an idiot.

[@JenniferGlatzhofer]

WOW! Who else loves Princess and the Frog and this version of Friends On The Other Side?!

[@joeb4142]

Meeeeee!

[@Shadowpack95]

As a native i love the movie so does my niece

[@marshayoung9387]

I love it. I love everything they do. They could sing the alphabet & put their own twist on it & make it sound amazing. Hmmm, that's not a bad idea !!!

[@marshayoung9387]

Would you please do a reaction video of Voice Plays version of Once Upon A Dream ? It is so beautiful. Please don't pause the video just let play out then give your reactions at the end. It is so different from the they've done.

[@cybergeek11235]

"Castelucci" is an Italian name, so it makes sense that Geoff can't sing without using his hands 😁

[@JenniferGlatzhofer]

Ahaha yes, love that even more!

[@nzlemming]

As one of Italian heritage, I resemble this remark.

[@melissasnider9721]

Yup!!!

[@melaninikolova8495]

I love geoff and laynes part after "wont you shake a poor sinners hand" THEY GO OFF

[@JenniferGlatzhofer]

SO GOOD!

[@candilunsford2878]

Geoff, more than any other bass, tends to actually "sing" like a bass guitar part instead of part of the harmonic chord. When you combine that with Layne's percussion you get a better background in my opinion. The bass/beat drop by Geoff and Layne at the end is shocking and J's voice is just perfect for this role. Eli has such a depth to his voice that tends to get underrated and Cesar adds such a smooth addition to the group!

[@JenniferGlatzhofer]

All of this, yes!!

[@bonniewells9208]

I think it's a better background, too. Geoff & Layne = perfection!

[@dawnburris6412]

Perfectly said!! Geoff + Layne = perfection!❤

[@atenahalley]

VoicePlay practically own Halloween by now, if you want more spooky songs I recommend This is Haloween, Hoist the Colours and Kidnap the Sandy Claws. Geoff always moves his hands when he sings, he said that it helps him, I think you can actually know when he's going low just by the movement of his hands lol.

[@JenniferGlatzhofer]

Love it! And yes definitely!

[@pineappletwoface3224]

Yeah, he has two distinct gestures that signal the low notes. He either underhand pitches them at you, or he sort of...um...spanks them? I don't really know how else to describe it, sorry. It seems like he tries to minimize the second one a lot of the time and that's noticeable here.

[@pineappletwoface3224]

Oh, I forgot one. The gracious offer, where he sort of pulls it down and hands it to you.

[@missallesia2532]

VoicePlay is a unique a cappella group in its truest sense. Their vocal musicianship and adeptness at moulding & shaping songs ranging from classic & modern genres into inventive and humorous theatrics are unparalleled.❤

[@Aurora-cv5to]

Another new one that is unbelievably good is "Hoist the Colors" from Pirates of the Caribbean. And it was only July that we thought that their new cover of Fiddler on the Roof's "If I Were a Rich Man/Girl" was outrageously good (and it IS that good, it's just "yesterday".) You may also like their performance of Warriors from early 2020 - they broke rules, but omg it's good! Just wait until you hear Layne play violin...

[@JenniferGlatzhofer]

Oh wow! Thank you!

[@lizlilliman3644]

Warriors shocked me, beat boxing and playing violin, although was happy as I have the same electric violin

[@laundrygoddess4]

@@lizlilliman3644 warriors was so underrated. It's a true masterpiece

[@rickieodem488]

VoicePlay continues to amaze me with top-class productions. And I loved all of your detailed points on the vocals! Actually one thing that was new and interesting was the bell-like "oohs" that they did @7:00 it's an effect that I've never heard from them before. Love you Jennifer!

[@janihaavisto79]

In my next life wish to have Jeff's voice. Every woman that reacts to Voice Play they just melt when he goes down on his bass. That or you say you feel that low note in your stomach /soul.

[@marshayoung9387]

Voice Play are known as the Theater Kids. Geoff & a few other original members worked at Disney when they were younger. You can say they own Disney cover songs.

[@thomasschmidt1836]

Their gesticulations help enhance the atmosphere they create as they perform. Truly selling the viewer/listener on the experience

[@atomknight8361]

Funny you mention all of Geoff's moments in this. He said before Layne's arrangements always have him in the basement more than his own lol. Sure enough this is Layne's arrangement

[@JenniferGlatzhofer]

Ah is it!! Hahaha yeah, just living in those low moments each time 😂

[@christinestromberg4057]

Yes Layne does like to push Geoff beyond where he thinks he can go. And they achieve so much.

[@tracyz9155]

Yes, Eli is the “belter” in the group for the Tenor notes. J None has such a wonderful voice for runs. It was nice to see him for this Halloween treat. “This Is Halloween” is another by VoicePlay cover that is not to be missed. Thanks for your reaction and especially for the analysis.

[@JenniferGlatzhofer]

Amazing, thank you!

[@janetdw]

No musical background here, so I learn a lot from reactors. One thing I really like about your analysis is that non-pros can learn a lot. I now watch their faces because of you pointing out the way the way the mouth is shaped affects their tone. I notice that Cesar (adorable as the prince) often has his mouth in the classic "oh" shape. I would love to hear from you how that affects his voice. He has a lovely bell like tone in his singing - is that part of it?

[@JenniferGlatzhofer]

Great find!! I think I mention that shape during his riff on an ‘oh’ to an ‘ooh’ vowel and because he has to reach these high notes, being a little smaller and narrower helps with the transitions areas😊 great that you noticed that throughout!

[@jimcoogan1529]

Great reaction and excellent analysis. When Geoff does his "cards" routine for the second time (around 6:55) you hear bell tones in the background. Nice touch.👏

[@alexbernier6154]

You should do their Little Mermaid medley. Geoff's cover of poor unfortunate souls is amazing

[@CptSaveABro808]

The Moana medley is also an instant classic! 😎🤙🏽

[@davecampbell4312]

Another fun reaction Jennifer! I do worry about your channel being shut down though. If YT finds out that you don't begin the a performance with saying " So, without any further ado--" like most reactors do, they may come after you. Also, I am drowning in my tearz because you didn't attempt the low notes. Last but not least, I am going to lay on the floor and hold my breath until I turn blue if you don't do one more Halloween based song by Jeff! The Headless Horseman is so much fun! JK, I'm almost 70 and I can't hold my breath long enough to turn blue!

[@JenniferGlatzhofer]

Oh goodness 😂 this has terrified me 😂 ahaha I know! I really wanted to but wanted to focus on the other amazing singers in the group! Trust me, it took a lot not to attempt! And hmm, I shall have to see what I can do!

[@dalebuck7168]

In the Little Mermaid Medley, J-None plays the part of Sebastian. He was still a full time member of the group then....

[@chandleraskew6496]

I can’t wait to see you react to the new one from Voiceplay. They made a wicked medley and it’s amazing! You’re my favorite person to watch react to Voiceplay!

[@MuriKakari]

You really want to listen to Voiceplay's Bang and/or Man in the Mirror with Deejay Young. The runs, especially in Bang, are incredibly interesting and we'd really be interested in hearing your take on those.

[@Celticshade]

that little part at the beginning where they are sitting down the backing vocals are saying "re-lax, oo ooo ooo"

[@reflexxuns4065]

Great reaction. Your breakdowns are so good and you have so much fun listening to these videos!

[@JenniferGlatzhofer]

Ah I really do! Thank you 😊

[@tdb2012]

That song is great fun and your reaction is always spot on. Loved them both!

[@stoneshack2000]

That was awesome Jennifer. Great reaction/analysis. Nice choice👍💕

[@JenniferGlatzhofer]

Thank you!! 😊

[@chillneophite8863]

Only recently found your channel. Really enjoy your content. Thank you for sharing.

[@JenniferGlatzhofer]

Thank you 😊

[@davidpratt2007]

So much fun...thank you Jennifer!

[@JenniferGlatzhofer]

Thank you!

[@davidsumpter4933]

With your past reactions, I feel you would really enjoy Voiceplay's cover of Your A Mean One Mr Grinch.

[@leekestner1554]

Did you see when he was saying "I got Voodo" that he was holding the chicken from Moanna.

[@singlechristiancowboy]

YES! We got us another convert, folks! Blatant, unashamed fangirlin.....check!🇺🇸✝️🤠

[@VRGirl221]

I got excited seeing J. None singing this. Knowing he did sing this in a ACA TOP 10 but being more in character

[@royj.mattice]

Definitely check out Voiceplay's Hoist the Colours, This is Halloween and Top 10 Disney Villains.

[@ToOliver22]

It is so nice having you in the Voiceplay family! I love your insights. If you want to see more Jaw-dropping examples of their incredible skill, check out one of their recent videos - If I Were a Rich Man/Girl.

[@-.NYX.-]

So delighted yopu came on this ride!! Much ♥Dear!! I might have some suggestions to other odd musics if you are interested.

[@JenniferGlatzhofer]

Thank you! Send them my way😊

[@Drake844221]

When it comes to Geoff, his cover of House of the Rising Sun is currently my favorite of his, having unseated Sixteen Tons... though I'm also quite partial to his Country Roads. When it comes to VoicePlay, there's Oogie Boogie... and Queen in 5 minutes as some of my favorites of theirs... but they all do a pretty amazing job on anything they do XD

[@spiderfingers86]

VoicePlay is an acapella group that uses their voices as instrumentation

[@scottrogers7242]

J None is not back in Voiceplay for good. He is still in the Navy, which he left the group for earlier this year after being with them 3+ years. This just a guest stint, and hopefully he can get away again for some collaborations.. He is perfect for this Disney villain.

[@JenniferGlatzhofer]

So lovely!! And yes, perfect!

[@a-World-Of-Payne]

Nice reaction 😎 there are some awesome videos that they’ve done over the years, you’ll love it! Personal favourite: Bridge Over Troubled Water 👍

[@JenniferGlatzhofer]

Thank you!

[@JeffDarling0]

Jennifer, you have a new subscriber. I loved your reaction/analysis approach and demeanor - exactly what Im looking for. A balance between actual real (personal) reaction and an understandable and not too technical analysis. Not to mention I greatly enjoy British accents. 😁😁 I have recently discovered Voiceplay and Geoff, and am busy going through the playlists. Perhaps one-day though Geoff and I will have to debate on the better spelling of our name 😝. He is one of only a handful of artists whose voice I could listen to all day. Looking forward to many more great review, and maybe you'll help me find more great artists to add to my list.

[@JenniferGlatzhofer]

Ah thank you very much😊 aha yes, the debate of the spelling 😂

[@Tarodan]

To this day I think that VoicePlay's best piece is "Queen in 5 Minutes." It lets all 5 of their members shine, especially Earl, their old Tenor 1 that you haven't gotten to hear much of yet.

[@JenniferGlatzhofer]

I definitively have this on the list 😊

[@theirishslyeyes]

Please do their cover of Phantom of the Opera!!! It will not disappoint!!

[@Hawktube22]

U will love VoicePlay ft Jose Rosario Jr. My mother told me

[@gilliandrysdale5306]

If you want to hear Eli ( and yes you pronounced his name correctly) killing it listen to their cover of kiss it’s brilliant

[@JenniferGlatzhofer]

Oh great!! Thank you!

[@spiderfingers86]

Live-action Princess and the Frog featuring Dr. Facillier

[@natebaker3672]

If you want a non-spooky song, check out their halo theme and Warriors. If you want another spookier song before moving on, definitely check out Hoist the Colours. If you love figuring out what each individual is doing while everyone is singing together, you will have an absolute blast with this one. Can't wait to hear more voiceplay reactions.

[@Fattter]

You hear? No instrumental music, only a capella simulated instruments!

[@tonystenbak6914]

They killed hei-hei!!!!!!!

[@bjspeck4337]

Try "We're Good" with Cesar and Arianna supplementing VP. Hoist the Colours, and an oldie from the days of Sing Off called Road Trip done live of course, Halo, Attention with Rachel.

[@marshayoung9387]

Always great reactions. Please do a reaction video of Voice Plays version of Once Upon A Dream. It is different than anything else they've done. Please don't pause the video. It is beautiful. Please wait till the end to give your reactions.

[@letsmaybeLP92]

I would love to hear you react to Peter Hollens this is Halloween, featuring the one and only Geoff as well as a great voice impressionist Brian Hull.

[@bknesheim]

The "Oogie Boogie's song" should be a very good next react song. Fit the spooky theme perfectly.

[@danuttall]

She has already done that song; it was her first VoicePlay song review. However, VoicePlay also presented This is Halloween and What's This? from Nightmare Before Christmas. which I think Jennifer should react to as well. Go for the trifecta!

[@tylerbuckley2092]

Not voodoo man but Witch Doctor in Louisiana mainly found in the swamp marshy swamplands deep deep in the marshlands of Louisiana

[@billparrish4385]

You really should react to VoicePlay's Little Mermaid Medley! Not to give away too much, but Geoff has the same costume and solo as you had in one of your own performances a few months ago (although your version of the costume was decidedly more fetching)! :)

[@gavinnolan68]

You REALLY need to see Geoff cover of 16 ton

[@3912James]

I can see you singing a duet with Voiceplay. 😁

[@JenniferGlatzhofer]

Um... that would be a dream! 🤞🏼 thank you!!!

[@ericturner7824]

Eli beard, Layne bone in nose, Cesar in cap........compare to the animated song by Keith David.....when J says Hoodoo...is the chicken Hei-Hei from Moana he is holding.....lol......>^^

[@desireecox9358]

Carry on wayward son. VoicePlay

[@kargyraa1]

Well you have a new subscriber .

[@rodrigodioniziodantas5917]

Hey Jennifer, can you react to Gabriel Henrique; he is a gospel singer from Brazil and he sings many big famous songs (whitney, mariah, celine and more..) you need to check his channel , you'll not regret

[@tylerbuckley2092]

Voodoo man no but a witch doctor is what they call em in Louisiana

[@BigFireDave]

You should checkout VP's video "Hoist the Colors' from Pirates of the Caribbean

[@JI-ev9pp]

Love the foreshadowing in the song and the frogs chirping in the background after he puts the mask on. 😆

[@rickieodem488]

Did anybody spot the guest appearance of Hei Hei from Moana? 😀🐓

[@JI-ev9pp]

For laughs listen to their road trip song :-)

[@pineappletwoface3224]

I feel like Voiceplay claimed Halloween the same way Pentatonix took Christmas, but it honestly feels more authentic somehow. And as for Geoff; Yes, obviously the drop, and anytime he's front and center, but his backing bass on this one is especially excellent as well. The vocal percussionist is Layne, and it's such an under-appreciated position in general, but I feel like he especially blends in to the background BECAUSE he's so exceptional at it. You kind of forget it's a voice doing that. Layne and Geoff do a lot of the arrangements as well, and I think that's probably ideal because I can't imagine anyone else really knowing what to do with voices like those

[@pineappletwoface3224]

Oh, and Eli's ENERGY.

[@maciekprochniak9539]

That was great..but... Hoist the colours, Hoist the colours, Hoist the colours high.. please please please..

[@samuelmncedisi1065]

Awesome reaction and analysis. Their bell tones and harmonies during the card section sounded a lot like Take 6 and Boys2Men. For a none a cappella song, you should take a listen to Something by Snarky Puppy ft. Lalah Hathaway, amazing vocals.

[@JenniferGlatzhofer]

So good!!

[@spiderfingers86]

Jay is a bass and he shows that here

[@jendougal7863]

My name is. Avery

[@spiderfingers86]

Geoff is a natural bass

[@richardfranz3180]

I'm going to commit the mortal sin of criticizing the octave drops in Geoff's solo lines. I think they detract and distract from the arrangement. We all know he can do this, but in this rendition I believe they are completely unnecessary. They don't fit. Later in the piece, when in harmony with the others, these notes blend perfectly. Just my two cents. J.None kills btw.

[@maeco7]

Not dunking on you for the criticism at all, but isn't Geoff playing a character here (a "friend on the other side")? It seems to make sense that he'd be otherworldly and sing in a darker tone and lower octave to fit that vibe.

[@larskunoandersen5750]

Man, Eli is short

[@mightyakkylex]

Honestly this is one of the few songs I don't like from them. The original Facilier had such depth and growl to his voice that J None is just missing and it takes away from me