Viking A cappella! VoicePlay's "Valhalla Calling" finally gets analyzed!
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- Опубліковано 5 лют 2025
- Have you figured out yet that I love VoicePlay? I've been saving this one for a while since it came out, and I finally had the chance to tackle "Valhalla Calling" - especially given the original composition is from my good friend Gavin Dunne aka the Miracle of Sound! I am familiar with Assassins Creed, and have seen Kirk playing through this one specifically, but more than anything is the music. I'm excited to see how this composition goes!
Join professional opera singer Elizabeth Zharoff, as she listens to VoicePlay performing "Valhalla Calling" from Assassin's Creed for the first time.
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Performed by VoicePlay - Music by Gavin Dunne
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Elizabeth Zharoff is an international opera singer and voice coach, with 3 degrees in voice, opera, and music production. She's performed in 18 languages throughout major venues in Europe, America, and Asia. Currently based somewhere between Los Angeles and Tucson, Arizona, Elizabeth spends her days researching voice, singing, teaching, writing music, and recording TONS. She also plays Diablo and Dungeons & Dragons.
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Great vid, Elizabeth 🙂 Writing a song that so many people want to cover has been a wild, bumpy journey. It has had upsides and also a few downsides; both in the business realm and in the more creative & personal realm. It has at times been a lot for a 100% independent creator to learn about & deal with, lol.
But for me the good parts have mostly outweighed the not-so-fun parts, due to the simple joy of having inspired people. My 2020 Nordic folk-inspired original version will always be my favorite as I have such an emotional attachment to it, but the Voiceplay cover was definitely one of the most creative & interesting ones I heard
You wrote pure brilliance. Being of Swedish descent, it has always hit me in the ancestry, so to speak.
@@johndeeregreen4592 Glad to hear that 🙂
@@miracleofsound hey! can i ask you something?
what is your opinion on the rap segment? did you like that addition?
My dad introduced me to your music, and has your entire Playlist going as the background music of his life.
Nothing beats your duet with Peyton. It will forever be the best version of this song. Your compositions are incredible and always transport me to a different place. This song in particular always energizes me when I'm low or tired.
I love in the beginning when Geoff drops into that low note and holds it until his solo part
For the music nerds out there that is a B0.
That B0 is sick lol
That’s a b0. Insane
@@matthewireland1125 let’s call it what it is, a Viking war horn…
LOVED that note!
"I just feel like the heavens broke loose and showered down a cappella goodness. ONE MORE TIME!"
Exactly how I felt when this was released. The Norse gods of music have arrived and blessed us.
I missed your Geoff giggles! Miracle of Sound gave this 10 raised alehorns out of 10. There are so many amazing parts that its hard to pick a favorite. I love Geoff's crazy lows with his smirk. I love Eli's rock god through the roof notes. I love hearing Layne sing and his crazy vocal percussion. I love J and his rap was on point. I love Cesar putting his whole self into this and the video ending as he slaps his fist on his palm is just pure perfection!
My 8 year old son and I are OBSESSED with this song. I love that you mentioned the high wailing because from the very beginning my son said “mom that’s my favorite part” ❤❤
Your laugh at Geoff's super low notes comes across as a delighted fangirl giggle.😂
I’ve been hooked on this song for months. NEVER EVER getting tired of it. I love love love how excited you get over this because I’ve felt the same every time I listen to it and you professionally break it down to make me appreciate it even more. Thank you!!
I've so missed you covering VoicePlay! I was waiting for that moment when J. started rapping - the look on your face pretty much summed up how I felt when I heard it.
I usually despise rapping but literally love this. J None has been back a lot lately. He is so so good
@@melissastruxness512 I usually despise the lyrics and denigration rap is known to have. The same can be said for some of the other genres also, just not as much. For me it totally depends on the story, meaning, and language used.
You're the first reactor I've seen catch Eli reach up to Asgard for that note at the end! Everyone else overlooks it, my jaw was on the floor when I first heard that banshee that possessed him!
You should see if Gav, aka Miracle of Sound (the one who wrote the original Valhalla Calling), would be willing to do an interview/podcast with you. He’s such a talented singer/songwriter, and I think it’d be a really interesting conversation.
His recent collaboration "trio" video of this song is my absolute favorite version.
@@valkyrie1066yes. @thatbassvoice adds so much depth to it.
@wegwieser007 HE SOOOO DOES THOUGH RIGHT?! Like..I can't listen to songs the same way anymore lmao If he's not in it, gtfo😂. He adds something we didn't know we were missing and you just can't go back after hearing what he brings to a song lol.
He's a little known fact -- Vikings used to rap. It was called flyting, so was pretty epic to see it used in this arrangement.
Would you say they had Epic Rap battles?
They had
Word 👍🏻
@@brianleclaire5886OF HISTORY
Complete side note. Missed your voiceplay and geoff reactions. You zeal and absolute joy in what yhry produce is totally infectious, and you catch things that i missed. I always notice something new when i watch your reactions whether or not you mention or notice it. You are awesome. Please tell me you are going to catch up on the recent stuff they came out with. 😊😊😊
I didn't expect MiracleOfSounds Valhalla Calling get acapella cover. Glad you're reacting to at least one version of this song, it's one of his most popular ones.
Edit: did not expect the rap segment there.
While I like this, I'm still partial to Gav's original version :)
@@cron991 ❤
@@cron991 IMO it's different enough that I just absolutely love them both. Especially the Duet one with Peyton though.
@@cron991 Original, Metal, Duet, Trio, they're all good. Original is still the best and the one I listen too the most. The Duet version with Payton Parish is a close second,
@@CarBENbased The duet with Peyton really is very good, the energy they both bring to it is amazing and can really get the blood and imagination going when you listen to it.
Elizabeth always makes me fall in love with music every day whenever I listen to it! Thanks again!
I had given up hope that she'd analyze this one... what a pleasant surprise 😊
I know I’m late in this, but I am obsessed with the song and VoicePlay delivers 100% goodness with this song OMG well done guys. by the way, Elizabeth, you just got a new subscriber with this video. I love how excited you are what does video.
So happy to see you react to this. To answer your question, Layne does the sound of the door creaking the foot step sounds. He is amazing with the sounds he can make. They out do themselves every time! I cannot stop watching this, it is amazing!! Geoff hits 3 B0's! Eli has become the Asgardian god of rock, Layne is a beatboxing god, Cesar has become a Berserker, and J None has shown us that rap indeed belongs in acapella! And Miracle of Sound gave this 10 out of 10 raised ale horns!! Great reaction! This from the Assasins Creed Valhalla video game, but that rap is all J None!!
I don’t think I’ve *ever* heard Elizabeth giggle and laugh so much! That was waaay too much fun to watch.
Interesting... As VoicePlay went to their next level, you followed into YOUR next level! Your reaction was fanTASTIC!! !! I have been SO waiting for your insight and analysis!! Thank you.
I love how we're so accustomed to Geoff's bass marvels, that we completely ignore his sustained low note during the rap.. it's like "meh, it's Geoff, he sings low.. moving on"
Never heard of VoicePlay but I'm interested! Love this song in all its variations; I love their harmonies. A big fan of Pentatonix too. The Norse reenactor in me likes it rougher, (trilogy) but the musical me appreciates the smoothness of the harmonies. Yes, I'm 63 and I still go camping in the summer "dressed like that" as my parents used to say. I heard if you're not grown up by 50, you don't have to. I'm goin' with it! With any luck, I'll be making armor for my grandchildren......
Geoff's smirk when he drops into didgeridoo-mode... lol...
😅
And Geoff proves once again that his voice is FM. Freaking Magic!
I’ve been waiting for this reaction forever. I’ve refreshed your page daily waiting for it
I've listened to this song countless times and yet you always manage to point things out I miss and teach me something. Even just watching along with you my brain becomes more acutely aware of all the subtleties that I miss in just a casual listen. Thank you for all that you do!
I’ve been fortunate enough to see them live twice now. They are just as incredible live as they are in their videos. And such funny, sweet guys!
Nobody...And I mean NOBODY does an analysis like you!!! You are amazing. The best part is I learn so much and hear so many more things after listening to you break down a song. It took an incredible song to another level after you do your thing with it.
I didn't realize how much I missed your giggles and enthusiastic reactions until today! Welcome back to VoicePlay & Geoff rabbit holes!
They always outdo themselves. Makes you think they can't get any better, and they still do!! They're so amazing! 🤯🔥.
I think you have some VP/G catching up to do, and I hope you do it soon. I really enjoy and love your reactions! 😍
I feel like I’ve waited forever to see your reaction this, but it was worth the wait. The song is amazing in and of itself, but your top-notch analysis takes it to another level. Thanks!
Im so excited to see your reaction to Geoffs I see fire cover. Its just incredible like his songs always are, but there are some parts i didnt excpect him to do. You will love it :)
Was so stoked to see you analyze this. I believe this is a perfect example of them doing a piece that extensively shows off each individual’s extremes. Geoff down to a B zero several times, Eli blasting that intense rock tenor and stretching his voice way up, Layne extending his vocal percussion, Cesar showing some grit and ability to belt, and J-None rapping. It’s like they figured out what each person’s most badass thing they could pull off and made an arrangement with it all. “Ear Candy” galore, their most intense song and I’m ready run through a wall.
Thoroughly enjoyed watching your take on this amazing piece. Thank you.
The sheer joy on your face when you listen to music…and your laughs. Are why I stay subscribed to you out of all the voice teacher channels out there. Plus you feel about music how I feel about visual arts lol.
Elizabeth, you took all four of the evers to get around to reacting to this one, but I'm so grateful that you finally did. Excellent analysis as always, and thanks for doing this one!
I'm glad you finally got to this one, I was so excited when it came out for you to analyze it bc I knew you'd love it! 💜💜
Glad to see another Voiceplay reaction from you, Elizabeth!
Charismatic Voice. Aptly named. So much joy watching your reactions.
Also, Geoff’s I See Fire cover is yet another must watch
Amen. Waiting for her to do that one. Hopefully she will forget metal for a minute and follow up with the Misty one she covered. Make’s since for her to react to both you would think
I See Fire is a masterpiece.
I saw them shortly after they became VoicePlay! Originally 425. I love how much they’ve evolved! Love your reactions!!!!
Geoff can shatter shields with just his voice - that's why they had him be the war horn in this one.
I love how giddy you get, it makes me giddy too. I love hiw you notice the subtle things that most people blow right over, like the door creaking and the super high note at the end. I love your vids! Thank you so much for your insight.😊
The best breakdown on the internet that I have heard. It is easy to miss something I. This very complex rendering of the song and to have all the elements picked up, only increases my appreciation of this version. This technical breakdown, along with the personal reaction, normally one or the other, is by far the best on the internet. My history with a cappella is very limited, but this just blows away that history and any previous experiences. Voices become the orchestra. Together, they produce a sound that not only blends through harmonies, but that can sustain the individual grit too, whilst exhibiting personal talent in a perfect group, from the base to the top notes. And then, there are ‘noises’ that compliment the singing voices, which along with the background, costumes and make up are defined and melded in post production to produce nothing short of a masterful epic, that is a masterpiece.
I have always loved Elizabeth's infectious enthusiasm. It's what separates her from every other reaction UA-camr I've ever seen. She is positively brimming with emotion in the most wonderful way!
I am glad to see someone (and many more in the comments) enjoy this version. I was just in a rabbit hole of people who decried it as "inauthentic" so this is a nice palete cleanser. Really, we know that all modern "Viking" is clearly ahistorical...and we do have a roughly contemporary Scandinavian song (from 1300...so a little too late) with musical notation in only one case that I know of (called "Drømde mik en drøm i nat"). It sounds sort of "typically medieval" with no drums, no throat singing, nothing very unusual. Really the question is "Is this a good song" which this take on Valhalla Calling clearly is.
I'm so glad you made this video, have heard so many versions of this song. But with Voiceplay, there's nothing else like it!
Geoff isnt singing, he´s playing the Gjallarhorn
underrated comment 😂😂😂
Gotta admit, this is one of my all time favorites of this group, it is absolutely genius and a piece of musical art
I've been so excited for you to react to this song since it came out. I'm not even halfway through and even if it stopped here I couldn't be disappointed.
I already thought this song was AMAZING but I love it even more after your analysis. You pont out so many great things I hear but can't really explain. And I love your enthusiasm and giggles. Thank you so much ❤
I don’t know how you’ve made it so long without listening to this song! You need to do “7 Nation Army” soon! ❤️
Agree!! 7 nation Army and I See Fire
Absolutely loved this video analysis and the source video, such chills, instantly became my favorite cover song of the year.
So delightful and next level reaction from my favorite reactor. Thank you for pointing out the extra special moments of VoicePlay's arrangement.
I have been waiting for this one because I knew you were going to love it. Now I can't wait to see your reaction to Geoff's cover of I See Fire.
Impatiently waiting here!!
Goeff gives me chills all the time with headphones, good lord. i had a shiver down my spine because of it and i have listened to it before
It is a joy to see you REACT and have so much fun as this. Good weren't they.
when the deep voice kicked at the start i immediately got goosebumps. what a song !
Your videos have helped me to appreciate music in a way that I had never thought about before. Thanks for sharing your deep analysis and genuine joy you get from music.
Watching Elizabeth giggle and fully enjoy this video was my feel food video of the week. Been waiting for this one.
Never heard that song before. AWESOME!!!!! My neighbors are digging it too. My cats not so much. The deep bass scares them for some reason. :) I'm gonna blow a speaker if I keep cranking it up.
I absolutely love the creative risks VoicePlay is taking. Tackling some of these songs has really pushed the envelope for them and it shows just what they're capable of individually and as a group. Go back and listen to some of their songs when Eli first started and compare them to now--WOW. They were always great, but here lately they've been adding the exclamation points not just vocally but with set design, arrangement, costuming, etc. And credit to their hidden member Ed Boyer for his mixing genius.
I’m brand new to this genera literally just since last week. But I am already obsessed with Geoff and VoicePlay. Obsessed. In love love with this song. I had not heard it before this so I will be prejudiced if I ever hear the original.
The heaven broke not to bring us a cappella goodness, but because VoicePlay made themselves worthy of being picked up by the valkyries to go to Valhalla and sit amongst the Norse gods❤
I'm so glad to see Elizabeth back at it with reacting and analyzing VoicePlay, not to mention giggling over Geoff's low notes (I've missed that specific giggle), and I hope to see some catching up to both VoicePlay and Geoff in the near future 🤞🤞
I have really missed you reacting to both VoicePlay and Geoff! Welcome back!!! 😃
How much you love voice work really comes through. You are actually giddy when they play with the voices, harmonies and techniques. You have a complete geek out and it is a joy to see.
Voiceplay goes to the next level like a person climbing an endless staircase. They're insane.
Starting from when he came back for "Nothing Else Matters", I have been convinced that J-None's voice has distinctly matured during his time with the military, so far.
It definitely has. And just compare his rap here to the one in Superstition!
Oh man. This brought out the animal instincts. Does something to my belly. Love the reaction for sure.
This made my day. I’m fact, helped me ignore for a time a very not fun weekend. So glad you got to this!! Maybe one of the guys will sit down and do another interview with you! J None or Eli or Ceaser… they are due. Lol
I love your reactions, Elizabeth. You always point out something that I missed even though I have listened to this video numerous times.
Yay. I have been waiting for you to react to this forever. And it was amazing. The door sound was done by Layne.
Geoff going full Gjallarhorn is definitely my favorite part of this song
The gjallarhorn was used to summon enemies and allies of hiemdall and I’m sure that just how good they are voice play has definitely ruffled a few feathers over the years
So glad to see you getting to this one Elizabeth, it was a genuine joy to watch your reaction! I agree that Voiceplay should do more Viking music: I for one would love to see them spin off of something crazy like an Amon Amarth song. Don't know if that's technically possible, but if anyone can pull it off it's these guys!
I have wanted to see you react to VoicePlay again for soooooooo long and specifically this one. Youve been away from VoicePlay's toolong and THIS is exactly everything i wanted and needed. This song is STILL on repeat in our house. VoicePlay is INCREDIBLE!! More VoicePlay reactions please.
We got to the rarely spotted highly giggles Elizabeth. 😂
These guys never disappoint.
What a wonderful review! And of course, a fantastic song, too! Really enjoyed that. Thank you, Elizabeth.
Cesar and Eli just turned into real vikings for this one. You can't change my mind.
Might have to check them for axes the next time they head into England.
Pretty sure Eli's always been a viking. But I am loving hearing more grit and bite in both of their voices!
Geoff too.
An amazing arrangement! Odin would be proud to hear them echoing the halls of Val Halla!
It's fun to watch you get so overwhelmed with some of the songs you watch. I really enjoy Geoff. His base is always amazing.
This song is so addictive. Not just the music which can be sung in different ways but the feeling it creates inside.
I'm enjoying this on so many levels. I'm listening twice so I can really absorb what's happening here with the production and mixing. So well done..
These gentleman always surprise me, just like you said Elizabeth ... I should be prepared by now but every time there's something new or a new way of expressing the music that just blows my mind. I don't know how they keep growing but they just keep getting stronger. As always thank you for the technical insight that you bring to all of your videos :)
your reactions are the most wholesome, endearing thing I have seen in a long time. Love it!
Now please do some songs performed by Miracle of Sound! I'm conflicted about loads of people now in some way hearing his work, but not performed by him. He is SO good!!
Of all the videos you've made this is by far my favorite. Your joy at the experiences you go through here is infectious and has enhanced my enjoyment of acapella groups such as Voice Play. By the way, your video on the Oogie Boogie song was my first of yours AND Voice Play.
I live for the Geoff giggles, and I share them 200%! 😅
These guys bring a smile to my face and tears to my eyes, simultaneously!
Eli's solo was absolutely incredible
That's up in the rarified air of the most famous female belters around. Seriously impressive, Eli!!
I wouldn't be surprised if Eli was secretly in a rock band based on his solo in this song XD
@@sharkbait6938 I think Elizabeth has mentioned before that his vocal upbringing has rock roots... I think she mentioned it in her cover/analysis of Nothing Else Matters by Voiceplay? :)
@@sharkbait6938Eli has fronted a few different rock bands. Theres a video about it floating around on UA-cam somewhere.
@@DrPaul-xf4nothe one where he sings Superstitious?
That’s one of the greatest things I’ve heard from VoicePlay to date, and it looks like one of the most fun reactions you’ve done in a while. Pity I was literally asleep during the premiere.
More Viking music? Well, Feuerschwanz has had a few new releases lately. You may not be ready for ‘Berzerkermode’. 😂
Eli is a friend of mine! He is amazing as is the group. He comes from a rock background and is ridiculously talented.
Yay!!! I've missed watching you react to VP!!!
Thank you for getting to this one at last! FYI - The costumes and makeup were essentially the same as for 'My Mother Told Me' - Cesar is wearing the robe that Jose wore in that one, Eli did the backgrounds in Unreal Engine again, the difference was that this was filmed in a VR studio with huge LED screen walls, rather than using 'green screen' - and the studio AC was down, so it was in the 90's during filming!
Can't wait for you to react to Geoff's latest from the Hobbit, so the return of the 'characters' from 'Misty Mountains Cold'..! 😊
I love how thirty seconds in, you say, "Wow, that's really low..." then have to stop because Geoff just dropped out the floor with his entrance. This was the first time I'd listened to VoicePlay, and a great way to get introduced to them it is. I'm not a big fan of rap, but with everything else that has been done with this video, it's almost inevitable that something like that would be put in. Still not sure it works, as you go from this Viking warrior feel into something very modern. Not trying to knock VoicePlay for the arrangement. Very well done. And I love how you're able to pick out so much that I missed even after listening to it multiple times.
Elizabeth! It is reaction and anaylsis like these that make me smile along with you! I'm right with you with the Geoff giggles. There were a couple of moments where I burst out laughing at your descriptions. "So much teeth!" :) Thank you again for such aa amazing analysis and giggly fun!
Great reaction, their cover is so impressive and addictive! Especially Eli's high part flabbergasted me. This why I would have wished that you would have elaborated on the high "wailing" technique, how he has done it, mouthshape etc.
I am absolutely love this group! Thank you Elizabeth for treating us to all these different musical genres!
I would love to see your analysis of Geoff's I See Fire! (Please!)😉
Amen
I have been waiting for this video. Thank you so much for giving us this amazing reaction.
I was so happy you did this. I have seen this must be 30 times and was just waiting for your expressions, tech talk and being blown away by them, as usual. continued success and good health to you and family.
I have watched a few reactions but yours is special, your hearing is fantastic and picks up everything. Your enthusiasm is amazing. How is the little one getting on great I hope.keep up the great work.
Just like other superior athletes, VoicePlay push their bodies to new levels with music like this. It's really exhilarating to watch. The oldest instrument of humanity still being pushed to new heights. Who better to help us appreciate it than Elizabeth!
I love how excited Elizabeth gets over these songs and singing.
I sooooo want to see a Voiceplay song with Gav as the guest singer, I love everything I hear from MOS - been a family favourite for over a decade, more recently got into Voiceplay (your Oogy Boogy reaction actually :D ) too. So much potential. Loved this reaction :) keep bouncin!
I am loving your analysis of this video. You are putting into words what I feel when watching this video. They went all out for this video.