*Now this is a vocal teacher who deserves millions of subscribers;* he doesn't just discredit the video from the beginning like some others, but rather he analyzes it and gives a lot of helpful insight. And actually even teaches us about support, tension, how vowel sounds affect these things etc. *Truly brilliant video & channel!* ✨
Brilliant idea! There are a lot of people slating her but I’m interested in watching a react that is helpful and Informative not just borderline bullying. (One of the reasons, I love Sams channel :D)
I do not believe many people actually understand what support is. Support is all about creating appropriate breath pressure through not letting your diaphragm relax and rise back up. It is achieved through multiple muscles, most of them are ON THE INSIDE and cannot be seen. Any exercise that is focused on prolonging and controlling exhalation will train support and those muscles that do not allow the diaphragm to relax. Support is NOT about pushing in with your ab muscles. If anything, it is about pushing OUT and DOWN with your inner ab muscles. Back, chest, and pelvic muscles are also involved in supporting. Also, support is one part of the puzzle. Appropriate vocal fold closure, lack of tension and overall vocal health - lack of disease/inflammation in the respiratory system - are also vitally important. Even an allergy will create mucus in the throat and sinuses, which will affect vocal fold function, muffle the sound and prevent you from sounding great no matter how good your support is.
I disagree a little bit with that statement (studied mt and classical singing and also choir conducting). There is a point...in long phrases, especially if you need more air pressure to produce the desired sound (f.e. belting), that you absolutely need the diaphragm to rise - slowly and controlled though. That can be done by engaging your back muscles and abs in a continuing motion...otherwise - at a certain point- you're preventing your body from breath support (preventing air from reaching your vocal folds): your support locks and becomes static. I was classically trained for most of my life...but when I started using Complete vocal technique (CVT) my support became so much more 'powerful' and flexible- it also really helped with my classical singing. I do agree that the leaning outward and pushing down methods are very helpful, I just think they mainly help at the beginning of a phrases, for harsher onsets (high belt out of nowhere) or 'lighter' vocal material....
Can you please elaborate? It is obvious you cannot continue to work against your diaphragm forever and at one point you will "run out of support". Belting requires more air pressure, yes. There are several "buts" that I don't want to get into here. I will say this - pushing in with your hands just below your collarbone, provided you have good vocal cord closure, will produce the desired effect for belting, proving it is air PRESSURE that matters, no matter how you achieve it. CVT is awesome, but despite its name, still incomplete, just like any other vocal technique. Many SLS teachers deny breath support altogether.
Elaborate on what exactly :-)? How I use support whilst belting? Sorry, didn't understand that question - we don't seem to disagree on the subject. I also completely agree about CVT! That's why I also use and teach by incorporating EVT and different functional methods (Reed), Bel canto technique and so on. I dislike the thought that there is a 'complete' method but personally found CVT the most helpful.
As a vocalist, I absolutely love your videos. Insightful critique tempered by kindness and fairness. One of your videos popped up in my recommended list a week or so ago and I've been binging your content ever since. As far as suggestions go, I would love to hear your reaction to Josh Groban. It doesn't even matter which song. Maybe even snippets of multiple songs. In any case, it's wonderful that your channel is growing so rapidly. It's easy to see why. ^_^
Singing is one of those passion driven activities where people are intensely vulnerable. It's such a relief to see you/Sam using knowledge and kindness to open the possibilities up and make singing feel accessible - makes me feel like trying again after lessons with two singing teachers who were super awkward and judgy. I'd really like to be able to sing some of the songs I love with some enjoyment and confidence.
I wish I had a mind like yours around me to learn from 20 years ago when I was singing everyday and trying to become a professional. Thank you for all your insight and the precision in your descriptions on how to sing better.
Really appreciate the expertise! I’ve grown leaps and bounds since subbing. I’ve been doing so much wrong forever. Just dabbled at an open mic resulting in my first paid gig in my life and I’m mid-30’s. Thx!
I can usually tell if a singer is straining. because my own body seems to react with a bit of tension. Listening to Bublé though, I'm always relaxed. I can understand why, because he described how singing was just something that he discovered - he never tried hard for it, and he's so enjoying it, never forcing it.
100% my fave voice teacher on UA-cam. I've been working up the courage to get a lesson from you and learn how to sing better but I'm nervous. But seeing just how kind you are and you just want to help makes me feel better about it. Thanks for the awesome vids!
Mother of Kpop I took a lesson with him and was nervous as well, but he really puts you at ease. He’s super comfortable to work with and super invested in you. He’s worth it!
Same!! I would be nervous about taking a lesson via a 'youtube personality' but he seems super approachable and makes the idea of doing something like that much easier to consider.
You explain everything so easily, and now every time I sing I hear you speaking in my head lol. Also the part where you disappeared was hilarious! You should react to Scott Hoying and Mario Jose's cover of Lost On Me!!
This video reminds me of the note toward the end of "Gravity" by Sara Bareilles. She's said something to the effect that throwing her head back and making it look bigger gets the audience very into it, but that the note itself is very easy for her. In contrast, she also said there are much higher notes in "Brave" that when in studio she could hit, but doing it live caused strain and she had to find ways to hit the notes without straining so much. I think it's very interesting how those choices are made sometimes for effect vs what artists actually have trouble with when it comes to strain, regardless of support.
I love your content. I'm completely addicted to the way you explain things, I'm in the process of learning how to sing and I often come here because I understand you better than my teacher. Thank you and never stop making videos!
I love how your channel is growing so fast!! I was just here with 90k subscribers before and now, look!!!! Amazing, Sam!! Keep doing you!!! You're amazing!
YOU VANISHED! WIIIIIITCH! I really enjoy how you explain things. It's easy to understand. And... HAPPY MONETIZATION! WOOO! *insert party hat and confetti emojis here* Here's a react suggestion: "Pentatonix - Aha!, Singapore, The Star Vista" it hurts my soul in such a beautiful way
I honestly think whoever made the original video just doesn't like the more resonant sound pop often has. Most of these guys don't have any actual issue with their singing technique, they're just choosing more resonance, like you say. Not everyone wants to sound like a Broadway singer all the time.
One thing that I definitely agree with you is that supporting is definitely a spectrum and that I agree that in the middle to lower range of a person's voice it's not necessarily important to fully support every note. I think though the higher notes for either males or females has a greater importance on a nicer sound as generally I think people tend to overuse their voice in that area. Please react to Lara Fabian Adagio or Broken Vow :D! I love your insights!
Your channel is growing up so fast, congratulations, you deserve it. I would love to hear your thoughts on harry styles-sign of the times live or maybe halsey (i heard some people saying she doesn't sing very well and others saying she is great, so i'm curious. For me she is really good but i don't know much about singing so i rather hearing someone who actually knows what he is talking about)
I love hearing your opinions and the technique behind this stuff. If you know much about metal vocals, I would love to hear you pick some things apart (I realize that's unlikely because nobody really likes heavier music and you wouldn'tget many views). Or if you know anyone as technical in their explanations I would be extremely grateful for the recommendation.
@@vocexseta definitely. I'm sure a lot of the basics are the same, but screaming has to be quite different than clean singing. Maybe a middle ground like some 80s hair metal with the really gritty vocals. That's harder than screaming for me lol.
Bill Gaither actually had a doctor study David’s vocal cords and it turns out his vocal cords are similar to those of a baritone. It’s a pure gift from God that he can sing tenor the way he does.
I was mindfully including some of the advise from your breathing video today and wow did it help me to relax. I didn't realize how tense I am when I sing. I'm loving your deconstructions here too. I can't wait to see what it'll reveal in my technique in the coming days. I love your channel!
I am most decidedly NOT a vocalist or vocal coach. That said, I am classically trained on a few instruments and have a great appreciation for quality musical performance regardless of medium. I had never seen a 'vocal coach' reaction video before randomly running into one of yours. I've now spent an admittedly unhealthy amount of time binge-watching your channel and don't regret a second. After checking out a few similar channels out of curiousity I can say with resolution that the knowledge you convey and quality of your commentary is the best on youtube by nothing short of a landslide margin. Your content is extremely enjoyable to watch even for someone coming from effectively >0< vocal performance background all while you provide a considerably technical analysis; I think that in itself is an incredible accomplishment and a talent that I imagine makes you a phenomenal teacher by allowing you to give feedback in an approachable and valuable way. Keep up the spectacular work, I'll certainly be back for more.
Congrats Sam on being monetized and growing so quickly in your support and subscribers. You deserve it. You have a great channel. Very helpful and informative. Never rude or mean, like most others. You are a kind person. Looking forward to many more great videos
i still remember subscribing to this channel one month ago when it only have about 20k subscriber...now this channel is around healthy 200k subs.....congrats Sam. i love your work and keep it strong
i absolutely love your videos. not only are they informative but most of the time i feel like you're describing whatever the singer is doing and that isnt necessarily critique which i really like. and you also give suggestions to make things better which is also pretty cool. im not a singer and i have zero piano or notes knowledge but still i enjoy watching you talk about this stuff. so keep doing the good things and ditch the negative vibes ❤️
I'd love for you to react to Defying Gravity on the Superfruit channel, it's the same guy you liked out of the Pentatonix and that you complimented in this compilation as well at 12:38 :)
Honestly out of all the channels that analyse vocals and performance, yours is far and away the best. You truly analyse with technical knowledge , but also with truth and a lovely positive manner. It's never just, that was good, I like that you explain what's going on. Thank you so much. So interesting and informative
I’m really happy I came across your videos today. I haven’t had proper teaching since I graduated high school as I can’t afford vocal lessons, but hearing the things I learned then (the blowing through a straw especially) sparks the passion in me.
Thank you so much! It drives me crazy when I hear voice teachers that I should be supporting with my abs. I really appreciate how you break down some of these misconceptions in the simplest way. Love your videos!!!
I'm always making sure to watch your videos as soon as you upload. Thank you for always supplying us with your great videos! We all appreciate it. Keep up the good work.
Now you see me, now you don't. XD another SUPER clear video. congrats for your channel. I saw you last week, for the first time, and now I am waiting for your new video. I am happy for you! You deserve it.
x2 i love this channel, y all so clean, easy to undertand and while you are not actually giving us singing class, i learn A LOT with this channel, more than any other
I don't do any singing myself, but I always enjoy watching your videos. I can tell that you're very knowledgeable and passionate about vocal techniques and coaching, and you don't react to things for the sake of views. This is the kind of passion project that UA-cam was intended for, and I hope your channel grows!
Firstly, I’m loving all your Jazz shirts. From a fellow Utahn. Secondly, I love how practically every video you pop another bubble of something I was told or taught about singing that are just plain wrong. Keep breaking our chains we thought we were bound to! It’s liberating!
This is why you’re my favourite voice teacher reactor; you’re not just reacting, you’re also teaching us in a way using the videos you’re reacting to and you hardly sound biased.
Ohhh open vowels.... that's a cool observation. I tried it out and I hear the difference. I think it's the fight between pop style and classical style.
I love your comments Sam. As a hobbyist singer myself, I agree that singing can sometimes be really intense while relaxing on other times depending on the emotions I want to produce. At times we want to use tighter sounds for a better stylistic delivery of the song.
Your videos are some of the only ones where I get lost deep in the comments because there is either so much genuine goodwill or great suggestions of musical performances to watch. Keep being awesome so we can be awesome with you Sam!💜👍
Love your channel. It's nice to see someone being nice and giving constructive advice instead of just saying "that was bad". I would love to see you react to classic rock or older rock acts, like AC/DC, Aerosmith, maybe "Hair Metal" like Skid Row, etc.
Please please please react to Hozier Nina Cried Power. I really feel he is one of the best "pop" (used loosely) male voices. And I would live to hear you describe how he makes my kidneys vibrate thru headphones.
Yes yes yes, that was David Phelps!! :-) Looking forward to a full video on him one day (and also Kevin Max.) Was interesting to hear your take on strain vs support here, I don't know much about the details of singing but I learn more every time I watch your videos. Thank you Sam!!!
Ugh I love how you actually give advice and commentary instead of just watching and pausing once in a while to say “yeah that sounds strained” like no shit 😂😂 some people are so fake 💅🏻
Love it! You can be really well supported and strained simultaneously; not mutually exclusive!!! All the support in the world is not going to fix registration,, vowel mod, tension, etc...
i like that you defended individual style choices - some singers - some styles (eg R&B) - deliberately use a strained sound for effect good that you clarified the situation - small vs open vowels - that's actually a very helpful piece of advice that anyone can immediately employ
I really appreciate the balance you bring to these subjects and how you explain the difference between style choice and bad technique. This was super helpful
I *hate* these "support vs. strain" videos because the people who make them are almost always wrong, so it always amuses me to see actual vocal experts school them over it. Also, randomly, I've been binge watching your videos for the past hour and have already learned so much. Thank you!
Hi, The reason why a singer sings with stress, STRAINED, due to lack of support is because it is easier to make higher notes when there are difficulties. It's a song that's chocked up with considerable pressure. So the quality of his song sound is not resonant and lacks power. In this case, the vocal cords are subjected to severe stress and strain, and if repeated over and over again, the high notes will eventually lead to problems. Use of whistles will lead to problems that are not good for vocal cords faster. In these cases, problems usually occur within six to eight years. The deviation of good at singing and not good at singing will be increased. And it happens frequently. Then, the singer may have to take a few years off because he or she hasn't a high pitch for some time.
Even if I wasn't interested in singing, I'd love to watch your videos. Your apparent lack of criticism is soooo refreshing. You're analytic and constructive, and you make me feel I could probably learn. Thank you.
It's 6 am and i havent got to bed yet but i've learnt a heckton from your videos. You're also super kind and one can see you're super knowledgeable about your craft too, so, big props to you. Subscribed, liked, and one more extra reason for coffee in the morning tomorrow.
I totally agree with you. My vocal coach told me that my problem with singing and why I am constantly raising my larynx is not because I don't know how to support the notes but rather I tried too much to support those notes by really pushing my vocal chords
I love these videos. The channel that made the support vs. strain video had comparisons from two different genres on most of them. It was mainly pop/contemporary music vs. soul/Broadway artists.
You should do a react video to some of the most well liked/respected metal singers. Like Eric Adams from Manowar, Ronnie James Dio, Rob Halford or Bruce Dickinson. It would be interesting to hear your opinion about the genre in general as well.
i just commented on one of your old videos, but i stumbles on ur channel two hours ago and i’ve been binge watching ever since. i’m OBSESSED. you’ve gained a new subscriber and fan ❤️ and you’ve inspired me to take singing lessons! i might look for a teacher soon. :)
Hey Sam! I loved this one. I'd love to see some a reaction to some of the most talented rock vocalists from the 60's and 70's (like roger daltrey and robert plant) if thats something youre interested in. Something that would also be interesting from your perspective is the comparison between greta van fleet and led zepplin, which has been under lots of debate lately. Thanks!
This is great teaching. Exactly what I needed, now that I am delving into voice anatomy. :) So happy to see that you receive the well deserved support for your amazing work.
I was so worried he wasn't coming back..!!!!!!!! .. This is one of the most interesting channels on the youtube... I used to live with a voice coach/opera singer so I recognize some of the vernacular. I went to a lot of shows with him like Dawn Upshaw who I loved and Renee Fleming at Berkely who was amazing. I got turned onto some amazing music..like Queen of the night from The Magic Flute who is my fave... Keep up the good work Sam..!!! You make this so easy to understand...
Seriously LOVE YOUR CHANNEL. I love learning knew things about different subject matters and to learn that singing is so technical is really interesting to me.
Please analyze Kelly Clarkson! She is my favorite pop singer, and you are my favorite voice teacher! I would suggest her famous Piece by Piece live performance, Because of You, Meaning of Life...there are so many!!! Thanks Sam for making so many people revive their love for music!
Could you react to some of the great soul/jazz singers? Billie Holiday (maybe her incredible performance of Strange Fruit), Ella Fitzgerald, Aretha Franklin, Otis Redding, etc. Would be cool to hear you explain what makes them so great.
Great thanks Sam, now I'm a vocal coach reaction snob! YT suggested another video and the "coach" sang more in the video than the person he was reacting to. It was all about him! You really want to help people and are more likely to demonstrate the "bad". And that's why you're the best 😊
Currently working on this with my own teacher! Helped me understand a bit more! Thank you! I really love how you explain everything, id read "theory of singing" by Sam Johnson
People need to realize different genres require different types of sounds and therefore slightly different techniques.
Ive never been so happy to see a channel become monetized as I am about yours. You completely deserve it 1000%!
Yup! Happily going thru an ad
*Now this is a vocal teacher who deserves millions of subscribers;* he doesn't just discredit the video from the beginning like some others, but rather he analyzes it and gives a lot of helpful insight. And actually even teaches us about support, tension, how vowel sounds affect these things etc. *Truly brilliant video & channel!* ✨
GarageStudio i feel like you’re shading Tristan
He's a teacher not a coach. There is a difference, ask him.
Too true!
Would you consider analyzing Fergie’s performance of the national anthem? It’s easy to mock, but your critiques are always quite incisive.
Good suggestion!
Brilliant idea! There are a lot of people slating her but I’m interested in watching a react that is helpful and Informative not just borderline bullying. (One of the reasons, I love Sams channel :D)
Agreed! That would be a great analysis video!
I’ve mentioned this before
that's a great idea!
I do not believe many people actually understand what support is. Support is all about creating appropriate breath pressure through not letting your diaphragm relax and rise back up. It is achieved through multiple muscles, most of them are ON THE INSIDE and cannot be seen. Any exercise that is focused on prolonging and controlling exhalation will train support and those muscles that do not allow the diaphragm to relax. Support is NOT about pushing in with your ab muscles. If anything, it is about pushing OUT and DOWN with your inner ab muscles. Back, chest, and pelvic muscles are also involved in supporting.
Also, support is one part of the puzzle. Appropriate vocal fold closure, lack of tension and overall vocal health - lack of disease/inflammation in the respiratory system - are also vitally important. Even an allergy will create mucus in the throat and sinuses, which will affect vocal fold function, muffle the sound and prevent you from sounding great no matter how good your support is.
I love this
Very nicely put!
A lot of people think that the concept of support is insanely complicated or dont have an idea of what it is at all.
I disagree a little bit with that statement (studied mt and classical singing and also choir conducting). There is a point...in long phrases, especially if you need more air pressure to produce the desired sound (f.e. belting), that you absolutely need the diaphragm to rise - slowly and controlled though. That can be done by engaging your back muscles and abs in a continuing motion...otherwise - at a certain point- you're preventing your body from breath support (preventing air from reaching your vocal folds): your support locks and becomes static. I was classically trained for most of my life...but when I started using Complete vocal technique (CVT) my support became so much more 'powerful' and flexible- it also really helped with my classical singing. I do agree that the leaning outward and pushing down methods are very helpful, I just think they mainly help at the beginning of a phrases, for harsher onsets (high belt out of nowhere) or 'lighter' vocal material....
Can you please elaborate? It is obvious you cannot continue to work against your diaphragm forever and at one point you will "run out of support". Belting requires more air pressure, yes. There are several "buts" that I don't want to get into here. I will say this - pushing in with your hands just below your collarbone, provided you have good vocal cord closure, will produce the desired effect for belting, proving it is air PRESSURE that matters, no matter how you achieve it. CVT is awesome, but despite its name, still incomplete, just like any other vocal technique. Many SLS teachers deny breath support altogether.
Elaborate on what exactly :-)? How I use support whilst belting? Sorry, didn't understand that question - we don't seem to disagree on the subject. I also completely agree about CVT! That's why I also use and teach by incorporating EVT and different functional methods (Reed), Bel canto technique and so on. I dislike the thought that there is a 'complete' method but personally found CVT the most helpful.
As a vocalist, I absolutely love your videos. Insightful critique tempered by kindness and fairness. One of your videos popped up in my recommended list a week or so ago and I've been binging your content ever since. As far as suggestions go, I would love to hear your reaction to Josh Groban. It doesn't even matter which song. Maybe even snippets of multiple songs. In any case, it's wonderful that your channel is growing so rapidly. It's easy to see why. ^_^
Yes! I love Josh Groban so much!
He should react to Grobans performance in Great Comet
Groban and Kelly Clarkson duet was just wonderful.
Has anyone ever told you that you look like an elf, a Lord of the Rings elf....an angelic being type elf 🤔😁
He def gives me a young Elrond vibes!!
he is very beautiful
An elf played by Ryan Reynolds
I was thinking of a metalhead who also does musical theater. 😂jkjk
Cat calling LOL yes, he is atractive....
Sam, I'm obsessed with this channel. You have the gift of being a real teacher and coach. Thank you! 😘
Singing is one of those passion driven activities where people are intensely vulnerable. It's such a relief to see you/Sam using knowledge and kindness to open the possibilities up and make singing feel accessible - makes me feel like trying again after lessons with two singing teachers who were super awkward and judgy.
I'd really like to be able to sing some of the songs I love with some enjoyment and confidence.
I wish I had a mind like yours around me to learn from 20 years ago when I was singing everyday and trying to become a professional. Thank you for all your insight and the precision in your descriptions on how to sing better.
Thanks for being a bright and pure place on the Internet when everything else is dark and divided. Your videos make my day better, truly
Could you do a reaction video to some of Jack Black's singing? I think he's very underrated as a singer.
This
Really appreciate the expertise! I’ve grown leaps and bounds since subbing. I’ve been doing so much wrong forever. Just dabbled at an open mic resulting in my first paid gig in my life and I’m mid-30’s. Thx!
You're amazing
I can usually tell if a singer is straining. because my own body seems to react with a bit of tension. Listening to Bublé though, I'm always relaxed. I can understand why, because he described how singing was just something that he discovered - he never tried hard for it, and he's so enjoying it, never forcing it.
100% my fave voice teacher on UA-cam. I've been working up the courage to get a lesson from you and learn how to sing better but I'm nervous. But seeing just how kind you are and you just want to help makes me feel better about it. Thanks for the awesome vids!
Mother of Kpop I took a lesson with him and was nervous as well, but he really puts you at ease. He’s super comfortable to work with and super invested in you. He’s worth it!
Same!! I would be nervous about taking a lesson via a 'youtube personality' but he seems super approachable and makes the idea of doing something like that much easier to consider.
You explain everything so easily, and now every time I sing I hear you speaking in my head lol. Also the part where you disappeared was hilarious! You should react to Scott Hoying and Mario Jose's cover of Lost On Me!!
You’re monotized !!!! So happy for you Sam ! Can you do a review on Adam Lambert? Or Lena Hall ? Or Jeremy Jordan
ADAM LAMBERT, YES. HOW DOES HE CREATE THAT SOUND?
This video reminds me of the note toward the end of "Gravity" by Sara Bareilles. She's said something to the effect that throwing her head back and making it look bigger gets the audience very into it, but that the note itself is very easy for her. In contrast, she also said there are much higher notes in "Brave" that when in studio she could hit, but doing it live caused strain and she had to find ways to hit the notes without straining so much. I think it's very interesting how those choices are made sometimes for effect vs what artists actually have trouble with when it comes to strain, regardless of support.
I love your content. I'm completely addicted to the way you explain things, I'm in the process of learning how to sing and I often come here because I understand you better than my teacher. Thank you and never stop making videos!
I think it’s impossible for someone watching your video and not subscribing. You are so damn informative but entertaining
I love how your channel is growing so fast!! I was just here with 90k subscribers before and now, look!!!! Amazing, Sam!! Keep doing you!!! You're amazing!
YOU VANISHED! WIIIIIITCH!
I really enjoy how you explain things. It's easy to understand. And...
HAPPY MONETIZATION! WOOO! *insert party hat and confetti emojis here*
Here's a react suggestion: "Pentatonix - Aha!, Singapore, The Star Vista" it hurts my soul in such a beautiful way
Yess we love the singapore pentatonix aha!!
ahhhh yesss. i usually end up falling out of my chair. even if it's the second time in a row i watch it... i still freak out.
I honestly think whoever made the original video just doesn't like the more resonant sound pop often has. Most of these guys don't have any actual issue with their singing technique, they're just choosing more resonance, like you say. Not everyone wants to sound like a Broadway singer all the time.
This.
But broadway and classics styles are more resonant, that literally makes no sense. Singing with a tighter throat will kill most resonance period.
Your saying the exact opposite lmao.
Congratulations on 251k, very well deserved! You are so good at what you do. You inspire us so much 🖤
Sara Aguerria 252 now! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
David Phelps is one of my favorite all time male vocalists. Sandi Patti one of my favorite female vocalist. Thanks for the vid man!
Don’t quit UA-cam you’re great
One thing that I definitely agree with you is that supporting is definitely a spectrum and that I agree that in the middle to lower range of a person's voice it's not necessarily important to fully support every note. I think though the higher notes for either males or females has a greater importance on a nicer sound as generally I think people tend to overuse their voice in that area. Please react to Lara Fabian Adagio or Broken Vow :D! I love your insights!
Kevin Nguyen YESSSSS! BROKEN VOW! :3
Your channel is growing up so fast, congratulations, you deserve it.
I would love to hear your thoughts on harry styles-sign of the times live or maybe halsey (i heard some people saying she doesn't sing very well and others saying she is great, so i'm curious. For me she is really good but i don't know much about singing so i rather hearing someone who actually knows what he is talking about)
I love hearing your opinions and the technique behind this stuff. If you know much about metal vocals, I would love to hear you pick some things apart (I realize that's unlikely because nobody really likes heavier music and you wouldn'tget many views). Or if you know anyone as technical in their explanations I would be extremely grateful for the recommendation.
Daeg I’m not into metal myself, but I think it’d still be really interesting for him to analyze what the artists are doing.
@@vocexseta definitely. I'm sure a lot of the basics are the same, but screaming has to be quite different than clean singing. Maybe a middle ground like some 80s hair metal with the really gritty vocals. That's harder than screaming for me lol.
If you haven't yet, you should watch his video on Disturbed's sound of silence
@@taylorb9404 I haven't, but I mean like death metal lol.
I love metal and would love to see some of the vocalist's work analysed.
The man. The myth. The legend. David Phelps. A react/study on him would be well worth your while. He. Is. Amazing.
Bill Gaither actually had a doctor study David’s vocal cords and it turns out his vocal cords are similar to those of a baritone. It’s a pure gift from God that he can sing tenor the way he does.
I've seen David Phelps live. He will give you chills.
I was mindfully including some of the advise from your breathing video today and wow did it help me to relax. I didn't realize how tense I am when I sing.
I'm loving your deconstructions here too. I can't wait to see what it'll reveal in my technique in the coming days.
I love your channel!
13:12 where did you go?!
Maybe he went shopping while his voice stayed at the desk.
He's such a great voice teacher that he doesn't need his physical body to convey the message to us. His knowledge surpassed this plane of existence
best Ghost reference ever!!!!
Hahahhaha I love it, a hidden easter egg! To see who’s paying attention. Funny guy! 😆
I'm pretty sure his camera had an issue lol
I am most decidedly NOT a vocalist or vocal coach. That said, I am classically trained on a few instruments and have a great appreciation for quality musical performance regardless of medium.
I had never seen a 'vocal coach' reaction video before randomly running into one of yours. I've now spent an admittedly unhealthy amount of time binge-watching your channel and don't regret a second. After checking out a few similar channels out of curiousity I can say with resolution that the knowledge you convey and quality of your commentary is the best on youtube by nothing short of a landslide margin. Your content is extremely enjoyable to watch even for someone coming from effectively >0< vocal performance background all while you provide a considerably technical analysis; I think that in itself is an incredible accomplishment and a talent that I imagine makes you a phenomenal teacher by allowing you to give feedback in an approachable and valuable way.
Keep up the spectacular work, I'll certainly be back for more.
Congrats Sam on being monetized and growing so quickly in your support and subscribers. You deserve it. You have a great channel. Very helpful and informative. Never rude or mean, like most others.
You are a kind person. Looking forward to many more great videos
I actually trust that you’re a vocal coach and love your interest in your craft! Keep up the great content.
Wow, not only are you a great vocal coach, but you are a FANTASTIC magician! I would have never thought, I am SHOOK! 😯😆
i still remember subscribing to this channel one month ago when it only have about 20k subscriber...now this channel is around healthy 200k subs.....congrats Sam. i love your work and keep it strong
i absolutely love your videos. not only are they informative but most of the time i feel like you're describing whatever the singer is doing and that isnt necessarily critique which i really like. and you also give suggestions to make things better which is also pretty cool.
im not a singer and i have zero piano or notes knowledge but still i enjoy watching you talk about this stuff. so keep doing the good things and ditch the negative vibes ❤️
I'd love for you to react to Defying Gravity on the Superfruit channel, it's the same guy you liked out of the Pentatonix and that you complimented in this compilation as well at 12:38 :)
I also noticed a lot of the strained videos were poorer recordings as well as being totally different musical styles.
Honestly out of all the channels that analyse vocals and performance, yours is far and away the best. You truly analyse with technical knowledge , but also with truth and a lovely positive manner. It's never just, that was good, I like that you explain what's going on. Thank you so much. So interesting and informative
I’m really happy I came across your videos today. I haven’t had proper teaching since I graduated high school as I can’t afford vocal lessons, but hearing the things I learned then (the blowing through a straw especially) sparks the passion in me.
Congrats on 251k subscribers! It must be overwhelming but in the best way possible! So incredibly happy for you 💚
Thank you so much! It drives me crazy when I hear voice teachers that I should be supporting with my abs. I really appreciate how you break down some of these misconceptions in the simplest way. Love your videos!!!
I'm a simple guy, I see David Phelps' face in the thumbnail of a Sam Johnson video especially... i click
I'm always making sure to watch your videos as soon as you upload. Thank you for always supplying us with your great videos! We all appreciate it. Keep up the good work.
Now you see me, now you don't. XD another SUPER clear video. congrats for your channel. I saw you last week, for the first time, and now I am waiting for your new video. I am happy for you! You deserve it.
x2 i love this channel, y all so clean, easy to undertand and while you are not actually giving us singing class, i learn A LOT with this channel, more than any other
I don't do any singing myself, but I always enjoy watching your videos. I can tell that you're very knowledgeable and passionate about vocal techniques and coaching, and you don't react to things for the sake of views. This is the kind of passion project that UA-cam was intended for, and I hope your channel grows!
You are so enjoyable to watch, it's great to listen to someone who knows exactly what they are talking about, i'm subscribed for good 😊
Firstly, I’m loving all your Jazz shirts. From a fellow Utahn. Secondly, I love how practically every video you pop another bubble of something I was told or taught about singing that are just plain wrong.
Keep breaking our chains we thought we were bound to! It’s liberating!
This is why you’re my favourite voice teacher reactor; you’re not just reacting, you’re also teaching us in a way using the videos you’re reacting to and you hardly sound biased.
Ohhh open vowels.... that's a cool observation. I tried it out and I hear the difference. I think it's the fight between pop style and classical style.
I love your comments Sam. As a hobbyist singer myself, I agree that singing can sometimes be really intense while relaxing on other times depending on the emotions I want to produce. At times we want to use tighter sounds for a better stylistic delivery of the song.
Your videos are some of the only ones where I get lost deep in the comments because there is either so much genuine goodwill or great suggestions of musical performances to watch. Keep being awesome so we can be awesome with you Sam!💜👍
Love your channel. It's nice to see someone being nice and giving constructive advice instead of just saying "that was bad". I would love to see you react to classic rock or older rock acts, like AC/DC, Aerosmith, maybe "Hair Metal" like Skid Row, etc.
Could listen to you for 3 hours straight honestly I love how you teach
You make learning so easy. Love watching you explain this stuff!
Your magic tricks are bomb. 🔮
Amazing comments, Sam! I really dig the way you explain the physiology of singing without sounding so scholastic. :D
Greetings from Brazil
Please please please react to Hozier Nina Cried Power. I really feel he is one of the best "pop" (used loosely) male voices. And I would live to hear you describe how he makes my kidneys vibrate thru headphones.
Accurate description of the Hozier Effect ™
I need to show your videos to all of my voice students. You're so good at decoding these things and highlighting what's really important 👏👏👏
i love you sam johnson! So positive
I love your breakdown on vocal technique - I'm standing here changing my neck and mouth while singing and see the difference!
Yes yes yes, that was David Phelps!! :-) Looking forward to a full video on him one day (and also Kevin Max.) Was interesting to hear your take on strain vs support here, I don't know much about the details of singing but I learn more every time I watch your videos. Thank you Sam!!!
Ugh I love how you actually give advice and commentary instead of just watching and pausing once in a while to say “yeah that sounds strained” like no shit 😂😂 some people are so fake 💅🏻
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Thank you, it's great to learn new things with you. You're a great teacher.
Nice to see David Phelps on this video. Because he sings "Christian" music he is SOOOO underrated. One of the best singers of our time, IMO.
I like how you give a thoughtful reviews and you explain stuff really well
Absolutely love everything about your channel!!! This is pretty much the only subscription where I've chosen to have notifications on. ❤❤❤
I love this channel do much ngl...like when it popped up in my notifications I got so excited😂💀
Love it! You can be really well supported and strained simultaneously; not mutually exclusive!!! All the support in the world is not going to fix registration,, vowel mod, tension, etc...
i like that you defended individual style choices - some singers - some styles (eg R&B) - deliberately use a strained sound for effect
good that you clarified the situation - small vs open vowels - that's actually a very helpful piece of advice that anyone can immediately employ
I’ve seen David Phelps live and well worth the watch!!
I really appreciate the balance you bring to these subjects and how you explain the difference between style choice and bad technique. This was super helpful
I *hate* these "support vs. strain" videos because the people who make them are almost always wrong, so it always amuses me to see actual vocal experts school them over it. Also, randomly, I've been binge watching your videos for the past hour and have already learned so much. Thank you!
Hi, The reason why a singer sings with stress, STRAINED, due to lack of support is because it is easier to make higher notes when there are difficulties. It's a song that's chocked up with considerable pressure. So the quality of his song sound is not resonant and lacks power. In this case, the vocal cords are subjected to severe stress and strain, and if repeated over and over again, the high notes will eventually lead to problems. Use of whistles will lead to problems that are not good for vocal cords faster. In these cases, problems usually occur within six to eight years. The deviation of good at singing and not good at singing will be increased. And it happens frequently. Then, the singer may have to take a few years off because he or she hasn't a high pitch for some time.
Even if I wasn't interested in singing, I'd love to watch your videos. Your apparent lack of criticism is soooo refreshing. You're analytic and constructive, and you make me feel I could probably learn. Thank you.
I love how informative this channel is
I just discovered your channel, and i love it! Thank you a lot, very educative knowing what goes wrong/right in a performance and why. ^_^
It's 6 am and i havent got to bed yet but i've learnt a heckton from your videos. You're also super kind and one can see you're super knowledgeable about your craft too, so, big props to you. Subscribed, liked, and one more extra reason for coffee in the morning tomorrow.
I totally agree with you. My vocal coach told me that my problem with singing and why I am constantly raising my larynx is not because I don't know how to support the notes but rather I tried too much to support those notes by really pushing my vocal chords
I love these videos. The channel that made the support vs. strain video had comparisons from two different genres on most of them. It was mainly pop/contemporary music vs. soul/Broadway artists.
You should do a react video to some of the most well liked/respected metal singers. Like Eric Adams from Manowar, Ronnie James Dio, Rob Halford or Bruce Dickinson. It would be interesting to hear your opinion about the genre in general as well.
9:18 - "No that sounded pretty good. That sounded pretty easy"
**ALMOST COLLAPSES AT THE END**
Me...
i just commented on one of your old videos, but i stumbles on ur channel two hours ago and i’ve been binge watching ever since. i’m OBSESSED. you’ve gained a new subscriber and fan ❤️ and you’ve inspired me to take singing lessons! i might look for a teacher soon. :)
Hey Sam! I loved this one. I'd love to see some a reaction to some of the most talented rock vocalists from the 60's and 70's (like roger daltrey and robert plant) if thats something youre interested in. Something that would also be interesting from your perspective is the comparison between greta van fleet and led zepplin, which has been under lots of debate lately. Thanks!
Steve Perry from Journey would be good also, especially the early years vs. the later ones.
I randomly found your channel last night and now I’m obsessed. I’ve watched like 20 of your videos already. I wish I knew how to sing!
This is great teaching. Exactly what I needed, now that I am delving into voice anatomy. :)
So happy to see that you receive the well deserved support for your amazing work.
YES! A new video already! I’m loving this. Actually addicted to your vids
I was so worried he wasn't coming back..!!!!!!!! .. This is one of the most interesting channels on the youtube... I used to live with a voice coach/opera singer so I recognize some of the vernacular. I went to a lot of shows with him like Dawn Upshaw who I loved and Renee Fleming at Berkely who was amazing. I got turned onto some amazing music..like Queen of the night from The Magic Flute who is my fave... Keep up the good work Sam..!!! You make this so easy to understand...
Seriously LOVE YOUR CHANNEL. I love learning knew things about different subject matters and to learn that singing is so technical is really interesting to me.
For the first time in my life I got an ad and was so happy to see it
This video was PACKED with amazing info, I have learned to better my speaking voice. 💕😄😄
How many Utah Jazz t shirts do you have lmao. Much love for your vids. Hope you grow bigger ❤❤
Please analyze Kelly Clarkson! She is my favorite pop singer, and you are my favorite voice teacher! I would suggest her famous Piece by Piece live performance, Because of You, Meaning of Life...there are so many!!! Thanks Sam for making so many people revive their love for music!
Could you react to some of the great soul/jazz singers? Billie Holiday (maybe her incredible performance of Strange Fruit), Ella Fitzgerald, Aretha Franklin, Otis Redding, etc. Would be cool to hear you explain what makes them so great.
Yes I want this too!
An articulate teacher AND a magician?! What can't you do?
react to Kate Bush's vocals please! I am curious if there's something with her vocal technique.
Great thanks Sam, now I'm a vocal coach reaction snob! YT suggested another video and the "coach" sang more in the video than the person he was reacting to. It was all about him! You really want to help people and are more likely to demonstrate the "bad". And that's why you're the best 😊
Currently working on this with my own teacher! Helped me understand a bit more! Thank you! I really love how you explain everything, id read "theory of singing" by Sam Johnson