Based on what, the sound? that could just be a plugin in the DAW while using midi. Also he would have run out of breath considering that he spent well over a minute playing keys non-stop.
Pretty sure the keyboard is a melodica -- used for teaching little kids keyboard technique -- requires some breath control, as well (breath-powered reed instrument)
Not really used for little kids. usually kids just start on a bad keyboard. Adding in breath control would be pointless. It’s used in a bunch of actual music.
Regarding the beatboxing, I don't think he did a logic session for this song but normally what he does is he creates several tracks of beatboxing and body percussion to find a sound he likes. If you have a couple hours to spare, these sessions are definitely eye-opening
To answer some of your technical questions I would recommend viewing one of Jacob's Logic sessions. He goes into the minute details of how he puts a song together. In one I watched he commented that he frequently has 600 to 700 tracks. These sessions are a fascinating look at Jacob's creative process. ua-cam.com/video/UAMc4K_NXsA/v-deo.html
Just a little look into how much work Jacob puts in. I was listening to a lecture he was giving at MIT and he mentioned that his version of MOON RIVER had over 5000 separate tracks that went into it.
As a vocalist myself, I find his work impressive. The constraints of live performance conditions are absent, but it must take a bit of work to edit the video to the recording which is also not an afternoon project. Choral music in a contemporary composition has always been a hard sell in the music industry in America. Anything over a four part harmony, anyway. Thank you for the fun !
It's a melodica, you blow into it. Not a Midi keyboard. Which means he is not only working with fingers but also planning his breathing and controlling volume.
HA! I really enjoyed this video. I hope you continue to do more Jacob Collier reactions! I don't know if he did one for "Flintstones" but on his UA-cam channel he has several videos breaking down the Pro Logic sessions for particular songs. Many of them have HUNDREDS of separate tracks. Also, if you haven't seen it, there is a UA-cam video with a transcription for this song: ua-cam.com/video/DVssEhcYkGQ/v-deo.html
As I understand Jacob's approach to music, doing one set of tracks and then pitching them up and down is antithetical to his entire approach to music. He celebrates the little idiosyncrasies that you get with each track being an original. I've heard him express how todays modern approach to making everything perfect gives a robotic, non-alive feel to the music-I'm paraphrasing but you get the idea.
Yeah the drums are beatbox. Also, each of the squares for lack of a better word are just one take. Each voice is done in one fucking take, no melodine.
I appreciate Jacob Colliers insane talent but to tell the truth... it stresses me out to listen to his music longer than 30 minutes. It's like a bunch of hyperactive kids play together.
Its a Melodica, not a midi keyboard 😁
It's a Suzuki Melodion Pro-37v2. www.suzukimusic.co.uk/products/melodion/alto.html
Wow - even more amazing
Based on what, the sound? that could just be a plugin in the DAW while using midi. Also he would have run out of breath considering that he spent well over a minute playing keys non-stop.
Pretty sure the keyboard is a melodica -- used for teaching little kids keyboard technique -- requires some breath control, as well (breath-powered reed instrument)
Thanks for the explanation David!
Not really used for little kids. usually kids just start on a bad keyboard. Adding in breath control would be pointless. It’s used in a bunch of actual music.
8:52 Every single sound on this recording is produced by his voice, except the melodica. The outstanding work in editing this did the big part of it.
Regarding the beatboxing, I don't think he did a logic session for this song but normally what he does is he creates several tracks of beatboxing and body percussion to find a sound he likes. If you have a couple hours to spare, these sessions are definitely eye-opening
That final modulation to a surprising tonic key is killin’!
Jacob is a different type of machine...who does 10 finger chord progressions on a melodica...straight madness
To answer some of your technical questions I would recommend viewing one of Jacob's Logic sessions. He goes into the minute details of how he puts a song together. In one I watched he commented that he frequently has 600 to 700 tracks. These sessions are a fascinating look at Jacob's creative process. ua-cam.com/video/UAMc4K_NXsA/v-deo.html
JC is a good beatboxer, just listen to Jacob Collier - 'Drive', a famous Bobby McFerrin groove
love the hot takes from Tim about crocs, and great reactions as always!
Thanks Jozef! Haha yeah Tim is gonna become a crocs meme ;)
Yes, let the people wear the fucking crocs 😂😂😂 I own about 12 different pairs and wear them everywhere
Really enjoyed this reaction - very fresh and interesting. Nicely done.
If you liked this, listen to Moon River and In the Bleak Midwinter. Amazing creations
Just a little look into how much work Jacob puts in. I was listening to a lecture he was giving at MIT and he mentioned that his version of MOON RIVER had over 5000 separate tracks that went into it.
it's a Yamaha pro 37 melodica bitches! 😮
Its so difficult to play harmonica like that
Breathing required😤 INSANE
6:59-7:06 made me laugh so hard
As a vocalist myself, I find his work impressive. The constraints of live performance conditions are absent, but it must take a bit of work to edit the video to the recording which is also not an afternoon project. Choral music in a contemporary composition has always been a hard sell in the music industry in America. Anything over a four part harmony, anyway. Thank you for the fun !
I’ve always loved this. He says in the description that there are 7 jacobs. But I believe there are only 7 parts (recorded many times for depth)
the "snare" is actually claps, i'm pretty sure
Try his Tiny (Home) Desk Concert, All I Need. Some questions will be answered. Thanks. I enjoyed this a lot.
Awesome reaction! You should check out “with the love in my heart” or just any video of his where you can see many panels in the thumbnails 😆
Love the Jacob Collier reactions! Based on your tastes, you guys should also check out Owane (e.g., "Waves" or "Born in Space")
Amazing reaction!! Keep it up! 😎
Thank you!!
Hey guys! Loving the Jacob Collier reactions! Check out Geoff Castellucci - Blackbird, you won't believe his voice😉
YOU GUYS NEEED TO REACT TO MORE JACOB COLLIER! ITS A NECESSITY!
i think it was clap the snare that he did
but the kicks and all i think is beatboxing
Enjoyed that a lot.
Guys check out his version of Moon River
That's the plan ;)
PLEASE react to more Jacob Collier! I suggest starting with his other Grammy winners: You and I, All Night Long and Moon River
Have any of you seen the little clip where jacob having fun with stian carstensen on plying James by pat metheny?
To my untrained ear it sounds like his bass drum is sung (beatbox) but the snare is using something (drum, crate, whatever).
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It's a melodica, you blow into it. Not a Midi keyboard. Which means he is not only working with fingers but also planning his breathing and controlling volume.
IT’S A MELODICA!
you guys should some other songs from this album like woke up today, don't you know. Songs that has more instrumental playing
"Is he a good instrument player?" hahahahah you're funny
JC can swing!
HA! I really enjoyed this video. I hope you continue to do more Jacob Collier reactions!
I don't know if he did one for "Flintstones" but on his UA-cam channel he has several videos breaking down the Pro Logic sessions for particular songs. Many of them have HUNDREDS of separate tracks.
Also, if you haven't seen it, there is a UA-cam video with a transcription for this song: ua-cam.com/video/DVssEhcYkGQ/v-deo.html
The f word almost woke my parents up
I am wearing crocks as I watch this!
Man he could have just tapped on some instrument like guitar to make this beat.
You guys are legit - don’t worry
Video starts at 2:51
Check him out with SNARKY PUPPY! seriously!!!!
As I understand Jacob's approach to music, doing one set of tracks and then pitching them up and down is antithetical to his entire approach to music. He celebrates the little idiosyncrasies that you get with each track being an original. I've heard him express how todays modern approach to making everything perfect gives a robotic, non-alive feel to the music-I'm paraphrasing but you get the idea.
HOHNER Melodica!!!!
Y pues, no ganó un grammy con esto? :D
It's a melodica lol
Its a Melodica not a MIDI keyboard
Yeah the drums are beatbox. Also, each of the squares for lack of a better word are just one take. Each voice is done in one fucking take, no melodine.
I appreciate Jacob Colliers insane talent but to tell the truth... it stresses me out to listen to his music longer than 30 minutes. It's like a bunch of hyperactive kids play together.
Listen to Running outta love from him, it's pretty chill
Hey he said the f word
Not really first time reaction, is it…?
PLEASE react to more Jacob Collier! I suggest starting with his other Grammy winners: You and I, All Night Long and Moon River