VoicePlay "What's This?" REACTION & ANALYSIS by Vocal Coach/Opera Singer

[@TheCharismaticVoice]

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[@Eric1SanDiego1]

Elizabeth, you preached about this group in your intro, described their style, told us how impressive they are, and then pointed out everyone's names. In other words, you have all of the symptoms of a die-hard VoicePlay fan. Welcome to the Club.

[@plmokn818]

I highly recommend Geoff Castellucci's cover of Blackbird. It does such a good job of sowing off his range, as well as his own touch to the song!

[@SarcasmIsBest53]

I second this! Loved it and would love a reaction

[@caroljorgenson73]

Blackbird has my vote, too. I would love to see your reaction to Geoff's version!

[@bradleywalton970]

im still waiting for blackbird

[@kjerins]

Watching you react to VoicePlay is a delight! You really should stay with them and do Kidnap the Sandy Claws and Geoff's solo piece Headless Horseman soon!

[@veronicathunander4579]

I really love Geoff's Headless Horseman too! Would be great to see a reaction to that!

[@Chrissnox]

You would love “you’re a mean one. Mr Grinch” with them. And if you do that one let it run at the end 😉

[@CrazyAZ1975]

I recommended that one too!! 😊

[@restingcatface]

Yes, and Geoff's Mele Kalikimaka too

[@sharonflowers66]

I found your channel about 2 months ago, I love watching your reactions. It's because of you, that I am now a fan of voiceplay and home free❤️

[@TheCharismaticVoice]

That's great to hear! Enjoy & thanks!

[@rio5439]

Love your VoicePlay reactions, they are so amazing! Btw Eli often plans and programs their light set up for video shoots, everyone of them is so talented, I love that they do everything from arranging to video production themselves! Are there any plans to interview any of the other members of VP in the future? Cause I really loved your interview with Layne, so informative and fun!

[@Nathan-ft7if]

The one thing that brings me back to your videos, every single time, is that, hands down you have the best smile I have ever seen in my life. Every time I see your smile I cant help but smile myself!

[@drunkjamesbond7683]

Geoffs version of “Bare Necessities” is one of those for me that hits me in the nostalgia feels Also, they do a fantastic version of Chris Stapleton’s Tennessee Whiskey

[@OpposingPony]

I second the Tennessee whiskey! I love how it spotlights each one.

[@WelcomeApathy]

I was thinking just yesterday, when is this channel going to do another Voiceplay video? I was so excited to see one pop up! For the most part, I only watch music reviews for VP and very little other performers. So I'm always excited to see a new one! Plus I love how detailed your analysis gets in each one. The guys mentioned you in a video on their patreon talking about Layne's interview. He mentioned you wanting the other guys on. I bet Eli would be up for it! Geoff started joking about how busy he was, haha. But I would absolutely love if you could get him on! Fingers crossed.

[@SnowWhiteEvermind]

All you need is a reaction to VoicePlay - Kidnap the Sandy Claus, and you've seen the entire movie I guess 🤣 and this one is absolutely hilarious!! You won't be disappointed! 😄

[@danilenore4041]

Dead Can Dance is a wonderful goth/world music band with two singers with absolutely lovely voices! They use instrumentation from all over, but alot of medieval sounds, and have a certain bardic and theatrical quality that is absolutely lovely to listen to and especially for setting a mood and atmosphere for Dungeons and Dragons (since you've mentioned playing a few times). "The Host of Seraphim " "Children of the Sun' and "As the bell rings the Maypole spins" are some particular gems worth checking out that showcase both singers!!! Love your videos!!!

[@WisdomHouseCreative]

I'm not a big online commenter, but I want to say how much I appreciate your channel. Seeing these singers through the eyes of a passionate expert like you is wonderful on many levels. You share joy on this channel. Thank you. (Also, I would love to hear your thoughts on Neko Case, especially her song "Dirty Knife.")

[@Jamie_T.]

I really enjoy your reactions. They are so much fun to watch & so informative. I wish you would do more VoicePlay & Geoff's solo covers. I loved that you took time at the beginning to "introduce" them all for those who might not know the group.

[@maeco7]

Wonderful reaction to a really fun song! Always love your musical analyses.

[@TheCharismaticVoice]

Thanks, maeco!

[@kirbys1370]

Hi Elizabeth, I Loved this performance and your reaction! And I LOVED Krakino's Antlers!!! As I have said in the past videos, I Love, "The Nightmare Before Christmas," and I Love, "VoicePlay," especially Layne's incredible beatboxing skills! I also enjoyed the UV Glow black light face paint switches throughout the video which added to the presentation! Thank You, Elizabeth, for another FUN video Reaction & Analysis! 😄

[@blueisback3683]

Wow, thanks Elizabeth, that was fun and Merry Christmas everybody

[@OldMilitaryVetReacts]

That was a huge amount of fun to watch. Your joy in hearing all of the details is apparent and extremely enjoyable to watch. I hope you have a fantastic day!

[@TheCharismaticVoice]

Thanks, Old Military Vet Reacts!

[@Briikaaz]

Is that an octopus wearing reindeer antlers on the desk? 🤣❤️

[@CaptainAnderson09]

Having been a huge Oingo Boingo fan (Danny Elfman) since I started going to their live shows way back in the 80's, I'm always thrilled to see how Danny still has an impact on people to this day. Danny has always had a unique voice and I believe one of the best songs that showcases his skills as a singer is the Oingo Boingo song "Goodbye Goodbye" from the Fast Times at Ridgemont High soundtrack. Its definitely worth a listen, even if you don't do an analysis. Love the channel, keep it up!!!!!! Thank you!!

[@bonniepenn7695]

My husband & I have so much fun watching you do these reviews. I would love to see you look at Shinedown's accoustic versions of .45 and Simple Man!

[@scotthritz6641]

Hi Elizabeth!! Great reaction as always!!! Your smile is contagious!!! Please react to You’re a mean one Mr. Grinch by VoicePlay. I think you will enjoy this one!! 🤗❤️

[@davelister2]

This video has been out for over a year and I’ve not seen it before now? Where have I been? Well done, queen Elizabeth

[@briceburnett5885]

I love your reaction videos and I would love to see you react and comment on older vintage singers and groups like the "Bee Gees - To Much Heaven"

[@Elyiana]

Much as I love Evanescence, I am so glad this one was what came out today! I cannot wait for you to react to Little Mermaid Medley (I'm hoping you will anyway!). The transitions and solos in that are sensational (everyone gets a moment to shine)!

[@davidhall9627]

Love the reaction. You were genuinely happy throughout. I love nightmare before Christmas so much and these guys nailed it!!

[@LionheartSJZ]

Elizabeth, amongst all the fake-reaction channels that are popping up all over KZbin it's so refreshing to see your authentic, fun and entertaining reactions/analyses by a legit professional :) Please keep doing what you are doing!

[@TheCharismaticVoice]

Thanks, Lionheart XVa!

[@TheCharismaticVoice]

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[@ivone8053]

Plse react pentatonix- daft punk. I like your video react snd analysis.

[@hancock1475]

You Don't Know What You Are Missing Until You Watch Home Free Doing Helplessly Hoping. It Is A Work Of ART.

[@jimmyggs91]

The person that is doing the bass lines, man he's really good at it! If I wasn't watching that sounds so much like a bass guitar. Although she said he did a A1 flat note, that's lower than the bass guitar lower range, really cool!

[@olivermackay6672]

he's called Geoff Castellucci, if you liked this then he's got his own youtube channel where he posts his own covers imo he's the best bass in the world

[@makchris7746]

I think bass guitar’s lowest is an E1 while this song only went down to Ab1. Though the bass guy Geoff had hit a D1 in the little mermaid medley which is actually lower than the bass guitar :)

[@cwonderland6259]

I can't watch their version of "What's This?" without grinning the whole time. Great music, great acting, great all around.

[@johnforsyth7987]

Nice reaction today. Thank you very much. Your octopus (Krakenino?) looks like he is really ready for Christmas.

[@henkkamerman1920]

Hey Elizabeth!! I really enjoy you reactions, finally someone who knows more about music than me and I love every second of it! For this Christmas season id love if you wanted to react to Home Free singing do you heat what I hear Great harmonies, awesome beatboxing, and lots and lots of juicy low notes from Tim You don't have to of course, but I and probably lots of others would really enjoy that! Thanks again for being so awesome haha

[@b.c.2281]

I have a somewhat off the radar suggestion, I've never seen a voice coach watch the performance of "Heyr Himna Smiður" that Icelandic band Árstíðir performed in a train station in Germany of all places. It's absolutely stunningly beautiful to my untrained ears, and being as it's a hymn, I guess it's sort of vaguely Christmasy (okay bit of a stretch) but even if you only watch it in your private life and not for the channel, I'd highly recommend it, both to you and to anyone taking the time to read this.

[@LaubeQ]

This was incredibly fun to watch! I like that you let me discover new fun music, like Valhallellujah. Now that you're a total metalhead *nudge nudge*, I haven't seen you react to The Pretty Reckless nor Halestorm. Many songs I could recommend, but there's one called "Break in" and is sung by Lizzy Hale featuring your one and only love, Amy Lee. And it's a really nice arrangement.

[@sniperas5013]

Yay!!!!!! I love this song, can't wait for your reaction

[@mikeduncan3953]

So I stumbled upon this channel with the Johnny Cash - Hurt reaction, and then saw a link for Disturbed - Sound of Silence, and i figured, "Well, she's a pretty, pleasant, and knowledgeable presence, let's see what else she's got." And I listened to a few more reactions, all great. But then I pulled up your full video list and was disturbed by something. There's no Pink Floyd on here. Certainly this is something that needs to be rectified immediately. I think the best two to start with to catch your interest would be Comfortably Numb (I prefer the Pulse concert version, but that is because it has the best guitar solo in history, so if you just want to focus on the singing you may prefer the studio version) and The Great Gig in the Sky (definitely the studio version). If you watch them, we will come.

[@TheCharismaticVoice]

Definitely considering this one! You're correct, I should do one soon. Thanks Mike Duncan!

[@christoffermalm4918]

Love watching your reactions as always! I have request to make, it may not be Christmas-y but it is definitely acapella: The Longest Johns, "Sugar in the hold" or "Spanish ladies" They are a acapella group based in Bristol that does shanty's and folk songs and they are SO good. They are definitely worth a listen to if you enjoy any acapella. And that's coming from a true Home Fry (fan of Home Free just to clarify) 😁

[@magnusbergqvist2123]

Well, it is from the best Christmas movie... And very creative way with their make-up and their singing. Merry Christmas.

[@w0nd3rlu573r]

So much work those lads put into producing this lovely piece, also making you work hard on the reaction too. Yet there are people that find a reason to dislike this? This boggles my mind. Also: Evergrey. Just pick one ;-)

[@pierrebouchard4289]

Great video ... Thank you ... A suggestion if I may: How high the moon by The Hiline. Amazing vocal group ... Great cover of a jazz standard ...

[@OpposingPony]

You aren't allowed to look at layne during videos, he's so expressive and funny and it makes you giggle every time! Lol

[@marlahudgins7038]

I am loving VOICEPLAY

[@Marcell0Bass]

10:46 something about this specific low note is weird...play it in 0.75 speed and you’ll see what I mean (note that the background voices remain the same)

[@LadyAJ95]

It's pretty common in a cappella arrangements to double track singers since all they have is their voices.

[@Marcell0Bass]

@@LadyAJ95 that’s not what I’m talking about

[@azeemsyed8550]

What're you talking about then?

[@rebeccavandam2834]

I really am enjoying this very fun piece. Elizabeth could you comment of the following? I think you will understand what I am asking even though I can’t quite articulate the question When there is a lot of electronic production versus the extreme of the unamplified voice... not sure what the question is... It can’t be which is better, but in away it is. I love the human voice and I have heard small a Capella groups without any amplification in a small auditorium. Heavenly and intimate. Then I went to Celtic women in a Boston theatre. I might as well have just listened to their videos. Because they sounded exactly the same. I’ve been to Dimash’s concerts with bands in large venues, lots of amplification, but I leave longing to hear just his voice without anything in the way probably including amplification. Some of Dimash’s clearly produced videos during the pandemic have seemed like a naked voice, a naked soul. PTX ‘s earliest music versus their current beautiful highly stylized videos seems different because of the intensity of production. I like the earliest best. Listen to their silent night live. I don’t know where Voces8 and voctave fall. ( love both). I heard Voctave’s Mary Did You Know - the soloist although produced seemed naked and authentic. Listen to Avi’s NewMoon live w just a guitar that he strums. A pretty naked voice, I’d say.

[@idrm1988]

Really not a fan of the film itself but cannot, and won't, deny that's a catchy song and this is a great version of it

[@lazaren5632]

If I remember correctly, they said this was done all in one take, yes with people manually running the lights. This was one of J. None's early appearances before he was actually added to the group. They picked up an amazing vocalist in J. Gotta say Layne was the high point for me in this.

[@masnip9838]

My favourite reactions you do are the ones where you choose.

[@kylepetersen7976]

That was really fun to watch. Do hope you get the issues sorted out with Evanescence though, as I'm really excited for that reaction. And can someone please clue me in as to the nature of the Kraken count? I was lost. Like... he never does anything. He just sits there, doing his best not to upstage anyone.

[@latemmetal4]

Would love to see you react to their new videos as well as Geoff's new stuff as well. Keep up the vids!

[@glyyytch]

The best song for this holiday season is without a doubt "Fairytale of New York" by The Pogues. It isn't the Christmas season until that song is played. I'd be interested in your take on Shane MacGowan's singing.

[@smittywebbermanjensen8100]

Just found your channel and love the content! I’m dying to see your reaction to a young Canadian country singer named Colter Wall. My favorite song of his is Kate McCannon. He’s never disappointed anyone I’ve introduced him to including all the reaction channels I’ve recommended him to!

[@nicknick7021]

Would really like to see you explain and talk about the range on slaughter to prevail demolisher.

[@yovliporat8608]

Gotta add to the recommendation I saw in other comments for Geoff's version of The Headless Horseman! The people in charge of lighting, according to the credits on the video, are Kathy Castallucci (I assume Geoff's wife) and Eli. As Eli was busy actually singing, I would assume Kathy was in charge of the blacklight.

[@johnforsyth7987]

Elizabeth, you look so serious. VoicePlay will do a great job.

[@Marcell0Bass]

Yay more Voiceplay

[@jmbmusic1]

I am really looking forward to this, but honestly I would‘ve liked to see VoicePlay‘s Mr. Grinch more. Ok, now that you did 3 out of 4 Nightmare before Christmas songs by VoicePlay, it‘s time for Kidnap the Sandy Claus.

[@mattt2812]

I love your 🎶 reaction vids 🎶, but I've got to ask... where did you get that awesome map from? 😃

[@Celebriel82]

For a good one with J I would suggest Tennessee Whiskey, and if you haven't seen it yet, Geoff has a solo channel. Blackbird is a must.

[@festiveboi6753]

Please do Geoff's cover of Blackbird. Also, please do 'You're a mean once, Mr. Grinch' by Voiceplay. Those two are great!

[@franks_nl]

Love the videos and enthusiasm. Great job. Is that a Dustbunny in the background?

[@NatanCaetano]

You have such a Rachel Green vibe. I love it!

[@LedZesty]

I would love to see a reaction to "Dangerous" by The Arrogant Worms. The Semi-Conducted version. Trevor Strong is a highly underrated singer. He almost passes out on stage from holding that last note as long as he does. While the video has been taken down, you can still find the original song. I honestly think you'd be the first reactor ever to do this song as the group isn't very well known outside Canada.

[@johnsvensson6446]

Nice! I humbly wish for Voctave - Come all ye faithful!

[@Cyberplayer5]

It's could be invisible paint that only shows when illuminated by Ultraviolet Light (Black Light). 14:35

[@AWintersong]

I want to recommend that you react to Yebba - My Mind | Sofar NYC. I went on a binge and watched so many react to it, because it is such an emotional and beautiful song/performance. She made me realize how much "theatre" a song can contain. How much story a song can be filled with.

[@avrande]

you should listen to Hank Port - Sound Of Silence. a wonderful performance

[@Carl_Frank]

I would love to hear your analysis of some Oingo Boingo songs. Some favorites of mine are "Just Another Day", "Who Do You Want to Be?".... and "We Close Our Eyes" if you want a more ballad-y one.

[@georginafletcher1688]

Great reaction! You should check out Voiceplay's Crimpella 😊👍❤

[@nickprado4474]

You should totally do a review of Pentatonix dance of the sugarplum fairy’s

[@kevinwilson1228]

Yo7 know by now reading comments I'm a studio guy who knows the back story. This is the most intriguing group of musicians you have introduced me to! I have your merch, now how do I get to live chats? 🤩😍

[@francescosirotti8178]

If you're in a Christmas mood, some Trans Siberian Orchestra is just the thing you need. Also, I think you'll love some Savatage. Chance, or Believe, or Commissar...

[@bagapaz]

... and Circle II Circle.

[@TheCharismaticVoice]

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[@Smoke---]

Is the discord available without the Patreon? I literally have no money, but if I could I would support! But it would still be awesome to be a part of the discord! If not, totally understandable

[@davin6175]

You just can't go wrong with Danny Elfman and in particular What's This? This is a very talented and unique arrangement and performance.

[@Ovi1One]

Hey there! Thank you for your interesting videos. I'm not sure if it's already proposed (probably it's been), but let's help that the legacy of the magnificent voice of Klaus Meine don't get lost. Go and make one about Scorpions, please! He almost lost his ability to sing back in 1982. What a loss that would have been.

[@Alex75NFD]

I guess it is too late for you to react to this before Xmas, but this video made my day: BLIND GUARDIAN - Merry Xmas Everybody, just released yesterday

[@balazsgal6043]

Geoff Castellucci:Blackbird I highly recommend this It's aaaaabsolutely worth to create a reaction video for it.

[@furkanmatarac3344]

You should definitely check out Summertime-Cem Adrian, he has an unbelievable range!!

[@AndrewSmoot]

"That was too far back, sorry guys...worth it." It most certainly was.

[@jacek_poplawski]

Please remember about Opeth. And since you already know Floor, Simone and Marcela it is also time for Oceans of Slumber and Draconian :)

[@nataograpishvili1662]

You should check out the acoustic performance of Lover please stay by Nothing But Thieves. You're gonna love Connor's voice.

[@midkingsteve]

This is also favorite! How?! Stop being cooler every day

[@Cbyneorne]

Boy Bands in 5 Minutes is still probably one of my favourites, if only for the acting. And it's not only for the acting.

[@keithhartley3253]

You should definitely reach to voiceplays kidnap the sandy clause

[@BadgerBoik]

Please could you do a reaction video to Brendan Urie singing Into the Unknown! I love it!!

[@DyvmSlorm]

"We still associate a lower voice with a villain..." Damn opera composers!

[@cburch9091]

I would love to hear your reaction/thoughts on Chouwa Oto by Kokia. The 2007 Bataclan performance is wonderdul.

[@jeremylarson6267]

Would love to see a reaction to Lake Street Dive's What I'm Doing Here

[@kriskiellandLTS]

i wish i felt so happy about things like she does here...

[@BenIThink]

Same…

[@kn3236]

Geoff hit a G#1 and a G1 Here so great

[@Ferschtna]

As you are such a fan of Nightwish and Floor Jansen you should really listen to the cover of Ghost Love Score from Jannis Papadopoulos! He is the singer of Beast in Black and has a really (in a good way) special voice. I bet you will like it!

[@mikebright3577]

I highly recommend a band called Karnivool covering London grammar’s “ Hey Now”. It is an incredible cover.

[@callmekc9793]

I swear to god, Geoff always has fabulous hair.

[@Jan3k]

I am surprised there is still no Layne Staley, Chris Cornell or Scott Weiland on your channel :)

[@ieatgreenfleas]

Agreed.

[@TWWLI94]

You should do "Home Frees" seven bridges road! Amazing arrangement

[@josephbrauer2573]

I love when you analyze Voice Play . :-) . (around the 6 minute mark , you had a weird Glitch in your sound quality , was that on purpose for the "Ritardando " explanation or just a KZbin thing?)

[@VR1shchika]

Hi! Thanks for your videos, I really like your reactions and analysis and enjoy watching them :) Could you please react to more videos of Voctave? You reacted to them a while back on their "Disney Love Medley" with Kirstin Maldonado and Jeremy Michael Lewis, but they have a lot of other greats songs and medleys, lots of christmas songs too, and I'd love to hear your thoughts about them. Until them, have a great day and thanks again! =)

[@TheCharismaticVoice]

Thanks, Velya! Yes, I will in the future.

[@kiksipixie]

Can you please react to Citizen Queen - Evolution Of Girl Groups?🙏 They are also an amazing acapella group and actually Scott Hoying from Pentatonix put them together so I think you'll really like them! Btw I really enjoy your reactions. They are both fun and educational to watch. Thank you!❤️

[@9darthtyler]

I really wish you would do a reaction to someone who I feel is under rated and that's Dan Vasc covering Never Enough. From the greatest showman.

[@restingcatface]

J. None is really good as lead in this song. Hope you can react to their ACA Top 10 Old School Rap if you haven't seen it yet. It's old but one of their good ones.