Cute...I'm a Pentaholic and love the Jazzy feel of the Pentatonix version but this is really, really fun. Upbeat and fun and the storytelling comes through with the characters. Really nice. First time listening to Voice Play. I like it. Will check them out more :-) Nice range on the bassist
Neo, DJ's right. This group is quite theatrical, with many of them hailing from some of the Disney and entertainment resorts in the Orlando, FL area. Their talent is phenomenal and it certainly puts them on level with Pentatatonix, Voctave, and Home Free, but their flavor is their own. If you want some interesting examples of their range, check out "Queen in Five Minutes," "Boy Bands in Five Minutes," "Oogie Boogie Song," and "Road Trip (a golden oldie showcasing their wonderful sense of humor)." Plus they've covered a lot of Disney. I think you'll love the rabbit hole that is VoicePlay.
In this version, I LOVE the way that they hand the lines between each other across the registers MID-PHRASE... Add that to the way that they change up the tempos and even voice styles (French waiter anyone?) and the listener doesn't know where it is going next.
I agree. This song is usually only sung with a bass lead, but I really liked how Geoff worked the arrangement to give all members of the group a chance to shine, especially J. None's sweet baritone.
I enjoy all the acapella groups but VoicePlay is my favorite, period. Not just for this song but out of all musical groups, acapella or not. There are many great bass singers out there but I just love the resonance of Geoff's voice more than any of the others.
My thoughts as well. Tim and Avi are remarkably talented, but I don't find their voices as compelling as Geoff's. He has such a gorgeous resonance and fullness through his entire range; his tenor is just as pleasing to listen to as his bass notes. And of course his control over that range is inhuman.
Thanks for doing this. This was shot this year. Earl Elkins is not in it. Just released two weeks ago. The Grinch, as well as his costume, were provided by a service. Person not identified. And yeah, you missed the ending.
Voiceplay is awesome, my favourite. The others were great but my heart belongs to Voiceplay. Jeff's base absolutely wins me over every time. Thanks for the great reactions.
@Alexandria Hauser His french accent is a thing of beauty! It should be studied everywhere! In fact I'm practising right now - 🎵 Le poisson le poisson🎶 🐟🔪 heeheehee hawhawhaw 🤨😆
Another reactor who lives in Florida says it's the Universal Studios Grinch, and apparently Geoff has worked there in the past, so it's possible. According to Voiceplay, it's "THE Grinch", like the character, lol 😆
I go to Universal Hollywood a lot and it's definitely the Universal Studios grinch; they use the same makeup and use similar actors in both Hollywood and Florida. This is 100% one of those actors with the exact same makeup team. The Who makeup is exactly the same as what they use in the parks too.
@@blockedblock5203 Sounds like you know more than me, ha ha. Just putting a theory out there that I heard, but I doubt Voiceplay will ever confirm who it is since it's more fun to pretend it's the character 😊
they actually wont say who played the grinch. theres 2 main theories for who played him. either one of their former members or the of the official grinch actors from universal. geoff has a past working at universal so its not off the table that he could have gotten someone he knew from there to be the grinch and do the who makeup and prosthetics on everyone else
The Grinch was played by a costume service in the area that also provided the "actor." Interesting because in the past, they've used other family members.
It's definitely the Universal Studios grinch; they use the same makeup and use similar actors in the parks in both Hollywood and Florida. This is 100% one of those actors with the exact same makeup team. The Who makeup is exactly the same as what they use in the parks too.
Great mini-series DJ. The 4 'Grinches' were a lot of fun and the comparison between the groups was a valuable learning tool. Some of the comments below say you stopped the video too soon...I gotta go check it out and see. - Watched it - yup you missed a funny ending.
They finally let it out of the bag during one of their podcasts Eli was the voice of Grinch & the hands grabbing thepackage off the table & Layne was the Grinch. Layne also did the arrangement.
I like all of them for their own strengths. I love that they are all different! How boring it would be if they all did it the same! And this video was released this year, 2020.
Good lord, Son...don't you ever sleep?? ;) I really enjoyed this series...never seen it done before; it really shows the different approach folks take. Might you do another? Mary Did You Know might be an interesting option. PTX, Voctave, David Phelps and Peter Hollens have all covered it. Have an "utterly fantastic" day!
This was filmed last month, actually, Nov 2020. The girl is a guest star, and she's only 16. She was also in their Frozen II Medley, when she was 15. They're so good at sounding amazing while making something you want to watch over and over again. Geoff (who arranged this one) and Layne are both epic at arranging in particular. They've said on some of their patreon stuff that usually whoever arranges also plans out the video, although sometimes they change it up. Also, they said one of the reasons they do so good is that whoever is arranging usually just doesn't take no for an answer in regards to vocals. They really push each other to new heights.
Since the group is out of Orlando, and some of them have past connections with Universal Studios Theme Park, I wouldn't be surprised if the Grinch was one of the theme park Grinches.
DJ, You're always talking about dissident chords and resolution. Once the holidays are over, if you haven't already, listen to VoicePlay's cover of "Can't Help Falling in Love." I think you'll love it. I think you'd find their cover of "Tennessee Whiskey" interesting as well. Just suggestions...
Their latest video were shot in 2020 just so you know. They never say in the description who the grinch is, but I've seen people in the comments of the video saying it a grinch that hangs around universal studios during christmas time cause thats where they shot this video
Fantastic reaction. Can you react to VoicePlays song. Warrior (imagine Dragons) please its amazing. Layne beatboxes while playing a violin at the same time xx
Here's a fun video where Geoff talks about arranging for VoicePlay: ua-cam.com/video/lpdIwOnjndg/v-deo.html As for Pentatonix's arrangement process: * Arranging "Can You Feel the Love Tonight" (at 1:55): ua-cam.com/video/Xpik-DUzWlw/v-deo.html * Arranging "Happy" (at 3:23): ua-cam.com/video/DHAC95bWnig/v-deo.html Unfortunately, I don't know any footage of the arrangement process for Voctave or Home Free.
Could you please react on another Mr Grinch, it's from Lindsey Stirling. I think it's worth reviewing even if it's not a capella. I would love to see that my massage reached you, by reviewing this version of Mr Grinch.
Since I know you love the nightmare before Christmas. Look into voiceplays kidnap mr Santa claws. Also the “producer” to this video and music was Geoff himself. They share this title between themselves depending who pitched the song. Usually it’s ether Geoff or layne that does it but Eli an J.none has done some too
Glad I was not the only one that thought the Whoville standup comedy routine was painful!! On purpose, but still... PAIN! Still would love to hear you react to Voctave _O Come, All Ye Faithful_ this holiday season! ua-cam.com/video/CljN1YIxHiI/v-deo.html
I love this version but one thing I notice about this group as oppose to Voctave and Ptx is the runs. Personally I don't like runs in a song like this.
So if I were to rate them, and... I'm honestly shocked at this result; I'd go: 1. Titans - Freshest take I've ever heard, and a shocking upset over PTX for me. 2. Pentatonix - Genuinely entertaining and that PTX spin. 3. Voctave - Absolutely classic, brings back all kinds of memories of choirs I've been in. 4. Voiceplay - Pretty cringey. Kudos to them for going for it, but it didn't quite do it for me. I dunno why, but there's always something that seems a little fake about Geoff's bass. It's _so_ far forward in the mix, so boosted to give it volume, that it seems really artificial. I'm fully aware that no bass can _truly_ project those super low notes in pulse register anywhere near the volume that a tenor can belt up around their second break, but the producer tends to put Geoff so loud and boomy that it's transparently just post production. Avi needs a lot of electronic help as well for the lower notes. The one who really blows my mind is Tim Foust. He seems to be able to project and select a variety of tones and even employ a full chest voice way down there, into the range in which Avi is growling and Geoff is pulsing.
@@vanessamorris1985 Actually, it's those, especially the "bass battle" ones, where he stands out as the least pleasant tone and the least impressive to me. The flipping back and forth through Avi's luxurious warmth, Tim's rich profundity, even Matt's clarity, purity, and uncanny accuracy, and then Geoff's... nakedly overamplified foghorn... He admits himself that he's only just learning a lot of bass techniques, that he still has trouble hitting subharmonics and growls accurately. Anyway, I dunno. I know he's popular, and has fans, and there's nothing wrong with that, or with his fans... I'm just kind of not one of them. I think he's a great guy, and obviously he's a talented arranger. I just personally don't find his voice very pleasant to listen to, or how far forward in their mix that less-than-pleasant tone tends to be placed.
Geoff arranged it. He's a mastermind
Him and Layne have amazing arrangements
They recently lost their longtime high tenor and are having guest fill-ins. This girl is only 16, from what I understand.
I hope they keep her as a permanent member of the group. She's amazing, and seems to fit really well.
@@UrbanNilssonOssian probably be hard as she’s a teenager
Also Voiceplay always leave their credits in the description, including who arranged it. This one was arranged by Geoff!
Cute...I'm a Pentaholic and love the Jazzy feel of the Pentatonix version but this is really, really fun. Upbeat and fun and the storytelling comes through with the characters. Really nice. First time listening to Voice Play. I like it. Will check them out more :-) Nice range on the bassist
Neo, DJ's right. This group is quite theatrical, with many of them hailing from some of the Disney and entertainment resorts in the Orlando, FL area. Their talent is phenomenal and it certainly puts them on level with Pentatatonix, Voctave, and Home Free, but their flavor is their own. If you want some interesting examples of their range, check out "Queen in Five Minutes," "Boy Bands in Five Minutes," "Oogie Boogie Song," and "Road Trip (a golden oldie showcasing their wonderful sense of humor)." Plus they've covered a lot of Disney. I think you'll love the rabbit hole that is VoicePlay.
Matt's facial expressions win it for me, but it's a super close race.
@@wendischambach6181 Don't forget Warriors! All the other groups are boring in comparison to me.
This one was made in 2020!
I love this version, and I'm always in awe that Adriana is just 16 years old 💜
You missed the funny ending! Watch again a wee bit longer! :D
In this version, I LOVE the way that they hand the lines between each other across the registers MID-PHRASE... Add that to the way that they change up the tempos and even voice styles (French waiter anyone?) and the listener doesn't know where it is going next.
I agree. This song is usually only sung with a bass lead, but I really liked how Geoff worked the arrangement to give all members of the group a chance to shine, especially J. None's sweet baritone.
@@CapriUni Yeah J. None killed it. Always glad to see baritones shine when they can.
@@rainofkhandaq6678 Baritones really are like the middle child, aren't they, when it comes to praise of their talents?
if you like the French waiter, you should do voiceplay Little mermaid medley! he does it a lot and it is as fun there as it is here
I enjoy all the acapella groups but VoicePlay is my favorite, period. Not just for this song but out of all musical groups, acapella or not. There are many great bass singers out there but I just love the resonance of Geoff's voice more than any of the others.
My thoughts as well. Tim and Avi are remarkably talented, but I don't find their voices as compelling as Geoff's. He has such a gorgeous resonance and fullness through his entire range; his tenor is just as pleasing to listen to as his bass notes. And of course his control over that range is inhuman.
Thanks for doing this.
This was shot this year. Earl Elkins is not in it. Just released two weeks ago.
The Grinch, as well as his costume, were provided by a service. Person not identified.
And yeah, you missed the ending.
Voiceplay is awesome, my favourite. The others were great but my heart belongs to Voiceplay. Jeff's base absolutely wins me over every time. Thanks for the great reactions.
it's Geoff
I agree, and Lane's violin and beat boxing, incredible! oh and his french accent 😆
@Alexandria Hauser His french accent is a thing of beauty! It should be studied everywhere! In fact I'm practising right now - 🎵 Le poisson le poisson🎶 🐟🔪 heeheehee hawhawhaw 🤨😆
@Alexandria Hauser oh your version is so much better than mine, you've been practicing! 🤭❣
simp
Geoff's last note just stretched ooooooooooooooooonnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn. Totally amazing. Go back and watch the scene after they hug the grinch.
Another reactor who lives in Florida says it's the Universal Studios Grinch, and apparently Geoff has worked there in the past, so it's possible. According to Voiceplay, it's "THE Grinch", like the character, lol 😆
I go to Universal Hollywood a lot and it's definitely the Universal Studios grinch; they use the same makeup and use similar actors in both Hollywood and Florida. This is 100% one of those actors with the exact same makeup team. The Who makeup is exactly the same as what they use in the parks too.
@@blockedblock5203 Sounds like you know more than me, ha ha. Just putting a theory out there that I heard, but I doubt Voiceplay will ever confirm who it is since it's more fun to pretend it's the character 😊
@@chelliespider According to J. None, the actor didn't want to be identified, so they won't tell.
The girl who played Cindy Lou Who in the movie is now the lead singer for The Pretty Reckless. Err, for those who don't already know that.
they actually wont say who played the grinch. theres 2 main theories for who played him. either one of their former members or the of the official grinch actors from universal. geoff has a past working at universal so its not off the table that he could have gotten someone he knew from there to be the grinch and do the who makeup and prosthetics on everyone else
My hubby is not a fan of acapella but he's got a badass sound system in our car that I "abuse" with voiceplay😁 I recommend it!
If you really want to hear Geoff's resonant bass, check out his solo video, The Headless Horseman. He honors one of his idols, Thurl Ravenscroft.
The Grinch was played by a costume service in the area that also provided the "actor." Interesting because in the past, they've used other family members.
It's definitely the Universal Studios grinch; they use the same makeup and use similar actors in the parks in both Hollywood and Florida. This is 100% one of those actors with the exact same makeup team. The Who makeup is exactly the same as what they use in the parks too.
Geoff used to work at universal studios so likely its one of their actors and for such reasons cant be disclosed name on credits
Unfortunately that’s not true...voiceplay themselves said that Tony (their original baritone) played the grinch.
@@christiancole1128 Every time they've discussed it they've said it was the Grinch himself. Whoever it was is much taller than Tony!
@@laurab5750 voiceplay tagged Tony in an Instagram story post about that song when they released it.
Great mini-series DJ. The 4 'Grinches' were a lot of fun and the comparison between the groups was a valuable learning tool. Some of the comments below say you stopped the video too soon...I gotta go check it out and see. - Watched it - yup you missed a funny ending.
Geoff arranged this one. Amazing! I love VoicePlay so much
They finally let it out of the bag during one of their podcasts Eli was the voice of Grinch & the hands grabbing thepackage off the table & Layne was the Grinch. Layne also did the arrangement.
Until this video, i never realised how tall Layne is. When they are singing the whoville carol he towers over the rest
I like all of them for their own strengths. I love that they are all different! How boring it would be if they all did it the same!
And this video was released this year, 2020.
Great reaction! This is a cool and fun video, my personal favorite of all the versions.
Merry Christmas sir!
'from the move, right'' AND the OG cartoon.
Adriana is only 16!!! She's insane
Good lord, Son...don't you ever sleep?? ;) I really enjoyed this series...never seen it done before; it really shows the different approach folks take. Might you do another? Mary Did You Know might be an interesting option. PTX, Voctave, David Phelps and Peter Hollens have all covered it. Have an "utterly fantastic" day!
I made a similar suggestion, each group brings their own magic. I'll also add Silent Night.
@@marshagrant7525 Yes. Definitely a great way to see different treatments.
@@marshagrant7525 Yes to both "Mary, Did You Know?" and "Silent Night." Comparisons are always interesting.
This was filmed last month, actually, Nov 2020. The girl is a guest star, and she's only 16. She was also in their Frozen II Medley, when she was 15.
They're so good at sounding amazing while making something you want to watch over and over again. Geoff (who arranged this one) and Layne are both epic at arranging in particular. They've said on some of their patreon stuff that usually whoever arranges also plans out the video, although sometimes they change it up. Also, they said one of the reasons they do so good is that whoever is arranging usually just doesn't take no for an answer in regards to vocals. They really push each other to new heights.
She also sang a cameo part in Spanish for their "Just Sing" video this year. ... Guy
Since the group is out of Orlando, and some of them have past connections with Universal Studios Theme Park, I wouldn't be surprised if the Grinch was one of the theme park Grinches.
I'm pretty sure you're right. I remember reading on another post that he's voiced by Eli
+500 for using ritardando. I literally jumped out of my chair when you said that #musicnerd
My favourites ❤
The key change before the ritardando was pretty awesome too.
DJ, You're always talking about dissident chords and resolution. Once the holidays are over, if you haven't already, listen to VoicePlay's cover of "Can't Help Falling in Love." I think you'll love it. I think you'd find their cover of "Tennessee Whiskey" interesting as well. Just suggestions...
Never mind. I just missed it. Knew you'd be a fan...
I really was! Becoming a big fan of these groups as time rolls on :)
surely not *everybody* was Kung Fu fighting!
Are you going to react to Geoff and the American Sirens?
Ooh yes please! "Mele Kalikimaka" was awesome.
@@wendischambach6181 I know right?! It was awesome
Their latest video were shot in 2020 just so you know. They never say in the description who the grinch is, but I've seen people in the comments of the video saying it a grinch that hangs around universal studios during christmas time cause thats where they shot this video
The composer is always in the description in voice plays music videos
Fantastic reaction. Can you react to VoicePlays song. Warrior (imagine Dragons) please its amazing. Layne beatboxes while playing a violin at the same time xx
So what are your thoughts comparing all the versions. Interested if you liked one best.
I like Lyndsey Striling's version of this song. She features Sabrina Carpenter.
Here's a fun video where Geoff talks about arranging for VoicePlay: ua-cam.com/video/lpdIwOnjndg/v-deo.html
As for Pentatonix's arrangement process:
* Arranging "Can You Feel the Love Tonight" (at 1:55): ua-cam.com/video/Xpik-DUzWlw/v-deo.html
* Arranging "Happy" (at 3:23): ua-cam.com/video/DHAC95bWnig/v-deo.html
Unfortunately, I don't know any footage of the arrangement process for Voctave or Home Free.
►CREDITS:
Featuring - Adriana Arellano
The Grinch Provided By Makeup And Creative Arts: @t
Arrangement - Geoff Castellucci
Video - Geoff Castellucci
Wish you had a link to the original in the description
Could you please react on another Mr Grinch, it's from Lindsey Stirling. I think it's worth reviewing even if it's not a capella. I would love to see that my massage reached you, by reviewing this version of Mr Grinch.
They do BTS videos on their Patreon. They filmed this back in Sept? 2020
Early November 2020.
You didn't stop for Geoff's low on "Pole"...how?
You should do a reaction video to "lay it down" by a group called "reflexion vocal band" they are underrated but amazing.
Love the whitechapel shirt!
Can you please do a reaction video on Voctave with Oh come all ye faithful?
Since I know you love the nightmare before Christmas. Look into voiceplays kidnap mr Santa claws.
Also the “producer” to this video and music was Geoff himself. They share this title between themselves depending who pitched the song. Usually it’s ether Geoff or layne that does it but Eli an J.none has done some too
Please react to VoicePlay's Carry On Wayward Son and Geoff Castellucci's High and Dry. Both are really good.
Not my favorite but still impressive! My kudos goes to the bass guy, his voice touched my soul.
Looks look like and sounds like the Grinch from the them park
If we are in a Christmas mood I recommend Nanowar of Steel - Valhalleluja
Glad I was not the only one that thought the Whoville standup comedy routine was painful!!
On purpose, but still... PAIN!
Still would love to hear you react to Voctave _O Come, All Ye Faithful_ this holiday season!
ua-cam.com/video/CljN1YIxHiI/v-deo.html
You missed one of the best groups Home Free
It was shot in 2020
I love this version but one thing I notice about this group as oppose to Voctave and Ptx is the runs. Personally I don't like runs in a song like this.
So if I were to rate them, and... I'm honestly shocked at this result; I'd go:
1. Titans - Freshest take I've ever heard, and a shocking upset over PTX for me.
2. Pentatonix - Genuinely entertaining and that PTX spin.
3. Voctave - Absolutely classic, brings back all kinds of memories of choirs I've been in.
4. Voiceplay - Pretty cringey. Kudos to them for going for it, but it didn't quite do it for me.
I dunno why, but there's always something that seems a little fake about Geoff's bass. It's _so_ far forward in the mix, so boosted to give it volume, that it seems really artificial. I'm fully aware that no bass can _truly_ project those super low notes in pulse register anywhere near the volume that a tenor can belt up around their second break, but the producer tends to put Geoff so loud and boomy that it's transparently just post production.
Avi needs a lot of electronic help as well for the lower notes. The one who really blows my mind is Tim Foust. He seems to be able to project and select a variety of tones and even employ a full chest voice way down there, into the range in which Avi is growling and Geoff is pulsing.
What do you think about all the compilation videos of Geoff's live low notes?
@@vanessamorris1985 Actually, it's those, especially the "bass battle" ones, where he stands out as the least pleasant tone and the least impressive to me. The flipping back and forth through Avi's luxurious warmth, Tim's rich profundity, even Matt's clarity, purity, and uncanny accuracy, and then Geoff's... nakedly overamplified foghorn...
He admits himself that he's only just learning a lot of bass techniques, that he still has trouble hitting subharmonics and growls accurately.
Anyway, I dunno. I know he's popular, and has fans, and there's nothing wrong with that, or with his fans... I'm just kind of not one of them. I think he's a great guy, and obviously he's a talented arranger. I just personally don't find his voice very pleasant to listen to, or how far forward in their mix that less-than-pleasant tone tends to be placed.
Looks look like and sounds like the Grinch from the them park