Disney's Most Epic Song! VoicePlay ft. J None "Hellfire" gets another Vocal ANALYSIS!

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  • I love VoicePlay, it's no secret. So when I saw they released an acappella cover of one of my favorite Disney songs of all time, you KNEW it was coming to the channel! "Hellfire" is one of the darkest songs Disney has ever released, stemming from The Hunchback of Notre Dame, and I'm just absolutely here for this. I am so excited to hear what they've done with this piece!
    Join professional opera singer Elizabeth Zharoff, as she listens to VoicePlay performing "Hellfire" for the first time.
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    Performed by VoicePlay ft. J None - Words and Music by Alan Menken, Stephen Schwartz
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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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КОМЕНТАРІ • 420

  • @pshore73
    @pshore73 11 місяців тому +64

    Looking forward to someday seeing a video "VoicePlay ft Elizabeth Zharoff"

  • @thisismetoday7423
    @thisismetoday7423 11 місяців тому +219

    This arrangement is a masterpiece and those that can’t hear it must be musically deaf. The way Layne used major and minor, tempo changes and the different voices to depict Frollo’s inner conflict was genius. I particularly loved Cesar’s little guitar riff and Eli’s super high belt on You Will Burn. Epic 🔥

    • @lkreinmiller-author
      @lkreinmiller-author 11 місяців тому +12

      I have absolutely no singing ability and very little musical ability, and even I can hear the totally amazing shifts in this arrangement, although I couldn’t name them as you can 👍🏼. It is completely top notch. Possibly the best I have ever heard from any group ever.

    • @thisismetoday7423
      @thisismetoday7423 11 місяців тому +4

      @@lkreinmiller-author I’m glad you recognize it! I just don’t understand those few that have said anything negative about this. Everyone can have their own opinion of course but wow 😆

    • @CarlD70
      @CarlD70 11 місяців тому +6

      Absolutely a Masterpiece, they have so many that their walls should be lined with Grammy's....not that those things mean much...just saying!

    • @thisismetoday7423
      @thisismetoday7423 11 місяців тому +1

      @@CarlD70 Yes!!! 🏆

    • @bethjeans3780
      @bethjeans3780 11 місяців тому +4

      I think that some - not all - who “can’t hear it” actually do, but for whatever personal reasons they have, pretend they can’t. Or they don’t actually listen. They’re locked into their preferred group so it’s part of their schtick to put down others.

  • @ChrisHaar
    @ChrisHaar 11 місяців тому +210

    Ceasar's "guitar riff" and Geoff's arpeggiated base line in the mid point of the song is so very good.

  • @laurenkop1019
    @laurenkop1019 11 місяців тому +138

    Something that puts VoicePlay at the very top of their genre is that both Laine and Geoff arrange for the singer. They do not compose a song based on vocal ranges. They arrange specifically for who they want to sing the part, knowing their range, timbre, and even sass. Occasionally causes an issue when a guest singer is not available, but I can imagine the joy and commitment in singing a part because it is perfect for you.

    • @MusicAddict5
      @MusicAddict5 11 місяців тому +11

      100% agree. And on top of this is that VoicePlay's level of musicality is immense. And at a level that is very difficult to teach in my experience.

  • @lkayh
    @lkayh 11 місяців тому +138

    I KNEW that if you reacted to this that you’d giggle when he got to “sin!”
    Do you notice how Cesar breaks the fourth wall, glaring at the camera? And his solo-he starts matching Eli’s high note and then drops to baritone, leading in to J.None. And his guitar bit-think that’s an F#4-sweet!
    I don’t know if Eli is into collaborating, but I’d love to hear him sing with Jonathan Young. And his acting-he looks like he’s crying at times. He just slays it every time.
    Thanks for pointing out the perc during the Kyrie part-that snare/sizzle! I hadn’t caught that bit yet. Great reaction/analysis!

  • @KaaSerpent
    @KaaSerpent 11 місяців тому +29

    "Will it go up? Will it go down?"
    Yes. :)

  • @clairethompson5549
    @clairethompson5549 11 місяців тому +108

    The end is such a cool homage to their Oogie Boogie cover with Jeff just zipping up to Everest before taking a gorgeous swan dive into the Marianas Trench.

    • @jennidhue2216
      @jennidhue2216 11 місяців тому +8

      Hahaha ... love the analogy here ! 😀

    • @kylestaples465
      @kylestaples465 11 місяців тому +8

      I like his high to low slide in the little mermaid too

    • @seonaelizabethcoster8465
      @seonaelizabethcoster8465 10 місяців тому +6

      And the judges score a unanimous "🔟" for the perfect dive!!! The crowd goes WILD!!!!!

    • @chloeb487
      @chloeb487 6 місяців тому +2

      Same as in their Queen medley!

    • @Him_Shorts_
      @Him_Shorts_ 2 місяці тому +1

      10/10/10/10❤❤❤❤

  • @lynettegraves6261
    @lynettegraves6261 11 місяців тому +12

    What I love in the beginning, all the things pointed out, the way it is sung feels like this could be a hero singing. And then the twists slowly come in. Eee! Amazing cover

  • @Adara83GO
    @Adara83GO 11 місяців тому +5

    I love that you talk equally over all of them. And especially Lane, he often is not as appreciated as he deserves to be.

  • @hwyla4416
    @hwyla4416 11 місяців тому +54

    So exceptionally excited to see you come back to them for this!!!! The VoicePlayas have MISSED you! And I’m really very eager to have you explain exactly why they sound so incredible on this one!! Thanks ahead of time !!!

    • @melissastruxness512
      @melissastruxness512 11 місяців тому +6

      They sound incredible because Geoff is singing lead. Just my thoughts. But yes she has abandoned them and Geoff for far too long

    • @hwyla4416
      @hwyla4416 11 місяців тому +3

      @@melissastruxness512 But Geoff sounds especially rich and rounded - more so than usual even. And Eli's high notes are very clear and pure (that one I figure is because he cut some of the grit, but I've no idea 'how' he did it. She's always so good at telling us about mouth formation and vowel choices to explain the reason they get a particular tone. That's what I'm hoping she'll do for us.

  • @luckygord1
    @luckygord1 11 місяців тому +52

    I was so glad you covered this Voiceplay cover and I too hope you cover Geoff's version of "Jack's Lament" which I think is his best cover to date...

  • @pzycho_reclas1794
    @pzycho_reclas1794 11 місяців тому +103

    Elizabeth, the hooded figure is Tony Wakim. He was the Baritone for VP early on and now co owns PattyCake Prodections with Layne. With him in the video there are 4 generations of VP Baritones. Layne, Tony, Cesar, and J None. Thank you for doing this reaction I love love love your reactions! I hope that you are gonna do Jack's Lament as well. Happy Spooky Saeson!

    • @Xonslaught1
      @Xonslaught1 11 місяців тому +7

      But it was Elis voice

    • @robertofiend1264
      @robertofiend1264 11 місяців тому +5

      I assume it was both. Tony did play the guard (it is confirmed in the VoicePlay BTS), but I believe Eli is voicing.

  • @creationsbychancecan
    @creationsbychancecan 11 місяців тому +6

    I love this!! Voiceplay did so fabulous. I am so glad they left in the speaking part. Geoff's eyes gave me the collywobbles. This is the first time I think I have ever heard Geoff truly belt a note. Love your insights Elizabeth.

    • @joyfulyes
      @joyfulyes 11 місяців тому +1

      My collies are definitely wobbling as well...

  • @ladykilgore2337
    @ladykilgore2337 11 місяців тому +35

    I don't think VP will ever replace J. I think they're holding his spot for him for when he's done with his tour in the Navy. At least, that's my hope. Top notch analysis, as always Elizabeth! Your enthusiasm and joyful excitement are contagious and you always amp up my already high level of giddiness over Voiceplay's epicness!

    • @christinestromberg4057
      @christinestromberg4057 11 місяців тому +3

      I know they would take him back when he's free but they have been advertising fir a fifth member as there are three years to go until J's tme with the navy is over. I think they sign up foe a year at a time. I read a little while ago that Cesar has signed up for another year, for instance.

    • @anymous1485
      @anymous1485 11 місяців тому

      @@christinestromberg4057 like a renewing contract

    • @anymous1485
      @anymous1485 11 місяців тому

      lol yeah, I have seen other comments concerning getting J back after the Navy. There's still a while to go though

  • @chih-chaoyang5290
    @chih-chaoyang5290 11 місяців тому +28

    Always love your reactions to VoicePlay!! The creativity of sound usage and intricacies of their arrangements are just unmatched. Love the sounds of many different acapella groups, but VoicePlay has become my top group in recent years. I really appreciate your analysis and break down of their music so more people will understand their arrangement more!! Thank you for another brilliant reaction video, Elizabeth!!❤

  • @lauriehallcolemandowns7364
    @lauriehallcolemandowns7364 10 місяців тому +5

    I love listening to/watching your reaction videos because even though I've been singing virtually all my 64 yrs, I still get insight from you. I LOVE EVERYTHING Voiceplay does because they *literally* get better with every video, every song...that to me is the sign of brilliance, that they never stop improving! I remember a time when I kept getting better and better, but since my super laryngeal nerve was cut in a surgery on my spine (they went through the front) I'm grieving the loss of my voice. Although I *was* a coloratura, I can now only sing in a Diana Krall range. I mean I love her but it's not MY voice. My greatest wish is to see these guys in concert someday, but they aren't touring. So I content myself with listening to these kinds of videos. Keep bringing these gems!

  • @DravenGal
    @DravenGal 11 місяців тому +7

    I ADORE when Cesar and J. None do "duets." Their voices blend so well, and they're both superb at "face acting!" I've seen this many times, and still get goosebumps! And I love how when we see the fire in Geoff's eyes, the camera pulls away from him, slow at first, then zooms out.

  • @cosmicgoatlady6957
    @cosmicgoatlady6957 11 місяців тому +9

    Every time I hear the "Burn it!" I picture the demon whispering it in Frodo's ear.

  • @TheS4ndm4n
    @TheS4ndm4n 11 місяців тому +12

    Well, Elizabeth, you have introduced me to quite a few outstanding artist over the last months, but I'm afraid this time I'm going to have to forward you my heating bill, because ever since I started listening to VoicePlay I've been having goosebumps all over. I can only hope they don't coagulate and turn me into one giant goosebump.

  • @tommyhg32
    @tommyhg32 11 місяців тому +19

    Eli’s rock timbre is so good. He could really make it in a heavy metal or death metal band.

    • @thisismetoday7423
      @thisismetoday7423 11 місяців тому +3

      He used to front a rock band! 😊

    • @marshayoung9387
      @marshayoung9387 11 місяців тому +2

      ​@@thisismetoday7423but that was more 60, 70 & 80's rock not heavy rock.

  • @richardplantagenet8177
    @richardplantagenet8177 11 місяців тому +14

    I like Geoff in this Villain Role, his tone of Darkness 😈🎵

  • @fallingstar9643
    @fallingstar9643 11 місяців тому +14

    "Is this going to go up? Is this going to go down?"
    This is Geoff. ........ it's going to do both.

  • @jennifersmith8923
    @jennifersmith8923 11 місяців тому +11

    After every VoicePlay release I run to see if you've reacted....I'm sooooo glad you're covering them again!!!! I love your reactions and analysis to them

  • @digibirder
    @digibirder 11 місяців тому +7

    This is what the greatest artists can do: continually re-invent themselves. Always new creation from inspiration. Love that Geoff put his highs out there to contract the lows. He sounds great everywhere!

  • @robynmck
    @robynmck 11 місяців тому +9

    "Burn it" gave me chills, while Cesar's air guitar made me laugh. I 100% agree with you, as genius as Alan Menken is, the last part of this song lost energy. Layne figured out what it was missing:
    A beatboxer! 😂

  • @antoninpidet2432
    @antoninpidet2432 11 місяців тому +18

    thank you so mush for your content 😍 i was waiting this voiceplay's video analysis so hard ! I love the "nerdyness" of your analyses that makes me learn a lot about singing techniques and music.
    As a lot of us i hope we will see you soon analysing Geoff's Jack Lament 😁

  • @Roguefem76
    @Roguefem76 11 місяців тому +171

    Aww yisss, I was SO hoping you'd cover this one! Geoff's cover of "Jack's Lament" from Nightmare Before Christmas" would also be an awesome choice for Halloween month! :D

    • @melissastruxness512
      @melissastruxness512 11 місяців тому +19

      Yes please! I want her to cover Geoff’s Jacks Lament as well

    • @delord1619
      @delord1619 11 місяців тому +10

      I Can't second this strongly enough, jst make sure you ride it out until the end please... pretty please?

    • @johnjacobsen619
      @johnjacobsen619 11 місяців тому +5

      I'll 3rd that!!😊

    • @sandrani7889
      @sandrani7889 11 місяців тому +5

      ​@@johnjacobsen619 I'll 4th it 😅

    • @MrMrp1962
      @MrMrp1962 11 місяців тому +3

      PLEASE‼️

  • @ilonadever8249
    @ilonadever8249 11 місяців тому +17

    Always love your analyses, Elizabeth! If you reacted to every Voiceplay and Geoff cover, I would be thrilled! But, I'll take what I can get!!
    If you haven't seen it, Drunken Sailor is a hoot!!

  • @sarahleonard7309
    @sarahleonard7309 11 місяців тому +25

    I was hesitant about listening to this cover because I know that Geoff can struggle sometimes to find the villain in himself (I don't think the man has an evil bone in his body. Mischievous, sure, but not evil), and Frollo is one of those villains that absolutely makes my skin crawl. But Geoff brought it. I have to give him credit for stretching as an actor.
    Obviously the song as a whole is amazing, as always. And also, as always, her analysis makes the song that much more enjoyable to listen to. Love to everyone involved!

    • @billparrish4385
      @billparrish4385 11 місяців тому +9

      Totally agree. The man definitely has range, and not simply musically. He gets some real acting done in these performances. For example, there are some moments in Jack's Lament where I'm wondering if he's been playing around too much with a Ouija board, the way he channels some of the darker elements of that character so effectively.
      And then in the Paul Bunyan short, he's right back to his normal 'aw shucks' self! Range! :)

    • @WSlopeAggie
      @WSlopeAggie 11 місяців тому +3

      ​@@billparrish4385Jack's Lament is my favorite piece of music with Geoff in it period, I love it

    • @Traci2000
      @Traci2000 11 місяців тому +2

      ​@@billparrish4385 He worked for Disney for years! They know about him! Why oh why has he not at least voiced a villain for them yet?! I feel like we really need that to happen!

    • @joyfulyes
      @joyfulyes 11 місяців тому +2

      So true. He has the voice of a Disney villain... But the heart - and face - of a romantic lead.
      And I don't know who makes my flesh creep worse, Frollo or Gaston, but those characters are truly evil men.

  • @nightmaresnightly
    @nightmaresnightly 11 місяців тому +4

    'God have mercy on her....on me' is one of the best and pleasing sounding lines i've heard

  • @EtherealForever
    @EtherealForever 11 місяців тому +15

    Lovely reaction ⚘. Voiceplay is never boring and I love their stuff. Please continue! 🎈

  • @samuelsiggelow7106
    @samuelsiggelow7106 11 місяців тому +7

    I definitely love the contrast between Geoff's lows and Eli following up. As you said, deeper voices are almost stereotyped to be villainous. In my opinion, that part really adds to the element of mental turmoil that Minister Frollo is going through and expressing. The decision between righteousness and mortal desire

  • @kandacek63
    @kandacek63 11 місяців тому +5

    The first time I heard this one, I had no idea it was a song from Disney aka Hunchback of Norte Dame. It’s one of the few Disney animated movies I’ve never seen other than scenes here and there. This one disturbed me at first, but I couldn’t help but love the beautiful arrangement. I’m glad you’ve put it on your list. I’ve missed your VoicePlay and Geoff reactions. :)

    • @maryeckel9682
      @maryeckel9682 11 місяців тому

      It's a very dark kind of Disney and didn't do as well at the theaters, but it's well worth watching!

  • @lattelover5471
    @lattelover5471 11 місяців тому +6

    2:56 I sing in my church choir and the arrangement of this whole intro section sounds so much like they are actually in church. I love it!

  • @melissastruxness512
    @melissastruxness512 11 місяців тому +16

    I still want to hear Geoff’s solo Jack’s Lament please!

  • @wesplybon9510
    @wesplybon9510 11 місяців тому +4

    Tony Jay's (Frolo's voice actor) is up there on my list of favorite voice actors. He really defined a generation of animated villains. He doesn't appear to have done a whole lot of singing, but I'm certainly glad he did for this song. This song has long a special place in my heart. Delving deep into the passions and reasonings of a man struggling with temptations stronger than anything he's felt before. Blaming everyone but himself for what's going on. But at the same time being more concerned with his passions, than his murderous heart and allowing it to drive him further into the sin he's already accepted in an attempt to avoid the sin he has not.

    • @joyfulyes
      @joyfulyes 11 місяців тому

      Yes, well put. Frollo and his evil are the ends where so much righteous (often religious) hypocrisy leads.

  • @nathanhubbard7
    @nathanhubbard7 11 місяців тому +17

    I would love to see you react to their “Wicked” Mash-up. It absolutely blew me away!!

  • @ryansmallwood1178
    @ryansmallwood1178 11 місяців тому +25

    The Grand Beatbox Battle is happening this week, solo beatboxers use a lot of amazing singing techniques beyond just vocal percussion, would be cool to see it covered on the channel. Beatbox fans always show up for in depth vocal analysis.

    • @Yettei
      @Yettei 11 місяців тому +4

      GBB is this week? Thank you, I'm out of the loop

  • @daveharvey5764
    @daveharvey5764 11 місяців тому +14

    I love how you go through and give actual educated input on these songs. I would love to see you do some more stuff from the 50s. Maybe some folk music from John Denver or the mamas and the papas.

    • @elizabethbuerke7854
      @elizabethbuerke7854 11 місяців тому +4

      Yeeeesssss!!! John Denverrrrrrrr!

    • @marshayoung9387
      @marshayoung9387 11 місяців тому +3

      I would love Glenn Campbell & Rickey Nelson.

    • @maryeckel9682
      @maryeckel9682 11 місяців тому +1

      Rosemary Clooney and Peggy Lee!

  • @CallMeKes
    @CallMeKes 11 місяців тому +3

    Oooh! That Geoff vibrato though! So smooth, subtle, not to strong. So beautiful. If I had to pick favorites (Which I wouldn't really because they are all so talented and amazing) I'd be hard pressed. Probably between Geoff and Layne though.

  • @lkreinmiller-author
    @lkreinmiller-author 11 місяців тому +5

    At the end, that "stuttering" sound Layne makes that you call a double down beat - great term - would probably be called double or triple tonguing in a brass instrument. I hadn’t noticed it until you pointed it out. Great percussion from Layne - of course.

  • @joergojschaefer3521
    @joergojschaefer3521 11 місяців тому +8

    😳 Charismatic Elizabeth meets Earthquake Geoff... This will be a very in-depth analysis, I think

  • @shadowlynx1958
    @shadowlynx1958 11 місяців тому +9

    Re the vocal percussion near the end ... After listening to this many times, I'm picking up almost a ... "military" beat. Like the drums being played as someone is marched to their execution.

  • @LaerwynnMorane
    @LaerwynnMorane 7 місяців тому +1

    Absolutely loved this arrangement, they absolutely kill it (of course), and I felt as giddy as you did watching it! Your reactions are absolutely delightful - I can't help but nerd out and giggle/chortle/laugh right along with you, and I very much enjoy how you break everything down and pick out certain things that have me rewinding and listening over and over again. Thank you for presenting such informative, insightful, and completely delicious reactions! On the note of Voiceplay, and I think a few folks have already mentioned, but my recent obsession is their version with Jose Rosario Jr. of Drunken Sailor - would be absolutely fantastic if you do a reaction video for that one - it has everything I absolutely adore about Voiceplay, and I think you'd love it!

  • @LuisGustavoBD
    @LuisGustavoBD 11 місяців тому +6

    If we’re doing songs from animated movies now, I strongly suggest Deliver Us, from The Prince of Egypt (the original, by Ofra Haza). I absolutely LOVE this song, and her voice is absolutely gorgeous

  • @matthewsever
    @matthewsever 11 місяців тому +2

    I love when Geoff goes up! He has such an overall amazing voice! This song definitely highlights all of their skills!

  • @christopherd.0356
    @christopherd.0356 11 місяців тому +12

    Your reaction always on point, so educative and so fun to watch. Much beloved and appreciated!!! Just a side note: "Kire eleison" (Κύριε ελέησον) is Greek Christian Orthodox chanting, not Latin 😊, but you are right, it means "Lord have mercy"!!!

    • @BartonBreen
      @BartonBreen 11 місяців тому +3

      Koine Greek. It's not specific to Greek Orthodoxy, although they also use it.

    • @christopherd.0356
      @christopherd.0356 11 місяців тому +1

      ​​@@BartonBreen I specifically said that "Κύριε ελέησον" is a Greek Orthodox Christian chanting and not Latin. I did not discuss as a Hellin my self who is using my language in my country (more than 90% Greek-orthodox Christians, religion whise), or as known for a few decades as "common Greek" or "Κοινή Ελληνική γλώσσα" which was adopted as opposed to the most "official" or "intellectual" "Καθαρεύουσα", since the common one was used by the majority of the population. But thank you for your input.

    • @BartonBreen
      @BartonBreen 11 місяців тому

      @@christopherd.0356 you're welcome. ;)

  •  11 місяців тому +2

    And yet another vocal analysis worth every minute of watching. I just love how you point out those little details and explain things I would otherwise miss, it's so great and gives me so much to focus/work on when singing myself! For me, your reaction videos really stand out, even from those made by vocal coaches. ❤❤❤

  • @marge2548
    @marge2548 11 місяців тому +3

    I had been eagerly waiting for you to cover this song and am so glad that you did. I learn so much about music every time I listen to one of your reactions and cannot thank you enough for that.
    When I heard VoicePlay's version of the song for the very first time I had some trouble comprehending it, as it was literally the first time I heard that song at all and I had no idea what it was about. I just thought it was a very good song. Re-hearing it for several times and figuring out it was about the hunchback of notre dame, I began to realise that it was way more than just "very good" in capturing the athmosphere and the story behind the song. I eventually went for the original, but I have to agreee: It's an interesting song for a Disney movie, but VoicePlay went and made it epic.

  • @susieg4624
    @susieg4624 7 місяців тому

    YES. The first time I heard this performed by VoicePlay it sounded so passionate that it made me think it was a totally unsuitable song for a Disney film! Well done you guys for your interpretation!

  • @kennethsorrels8850
    @kennethsorrels8850 11 місяців тому +13

    Geoff is my favorite male vocalist. I love how big a fan you are of both him and VoicePlay. However, you have only reacted to one song by my favorite female vocalist. Lucy Thomas is 19 yo now and she sounds even better than she did when you reacted to her cover of Hallelujah when she was 16. More Lucy Thomas please. Try her cover of Evergreen.

  • @jasonenglish8049
    @jasonenglish8049 11 місяців тому +7

    Really glad I stumbled on to this channel. It's fun and smart content in an increasingly dumb world 😊

  • @brianscott3541
    @brianscott3541 11 місяців тому +4

    Another great video and live chat!!!! I just a video I hadn't seen for a bit and I would totally request it for you. The Tenors "Who Wants To Live Forever" featuring Lindsay Sterling!!!! Fantastic cover and great for the season as the guys are dressed like vampires (only enhances the video.) Lindsay is just amazing on the violin. If you don't get to react to it live, I definitely recommend you and Kirk listen and watch on your own. Pulls my strings everytime!!!! Still in love with music everyday. ❤

  • @introvertedbee
    @introvertedbee 11 місяців тому +2

    Please do a deep dive of 'Golden Hour - VoicePlay ft. Anthony Gargiula' I am in so in love with it right now and would love to hear what you think of it. Love your videos, thank you for making them!!

  • @rashkavar
    @rashkavar 11 місяців тому +8

    Regarding the comment about the original piece having more dome than the cover - from what I recall from earlier episodes, you tend to associate that with classical training, operatic singing and the like. To me it would make sense for Frollo to sound like he has that classical training; he's very much the kind of character who uses his status and refinement and the perception of his importance, authority and sophistication to his advantage. Thus he should have that classically sophisticated style of singing. For Frollo it's merely a veneer of refinement and sophistication that covers an absolute piece of trash human being (which this song very much reveals), of course, but he clearly plays the game well enough to actually be convincing.

  • @JvWet
    @JvWet 11 місяців тому +2

    Thank you for an awesome, emotional and technical reaction to this fantastic song

  • @Mike_1947
    @Mike_1947 11 місяців тому +8

    Looking forward to this reaction. 😁. The logical suite is Geoff’s latest cover of Jack’s lament 👻

  • @jshound1508
    @jshound1508 11 місяців тому +3

    Oh CV. I was SO hoping that you would react to this one!
    And I SO agree with other commenters on requesting "Jack's Lament" From Geoff...please.

  • @pandas_crochet_corner
    @pandas_crochet_corner 11 місяців тому +2

    I love your analyses ❤ your reactions and passion are so great to experience! Thanks for sharing

  • @barbarakennedy2667
    @barbarakennedy2667 11 місяців тому +2

    That was Tony Wakim, pressed into a cameo appearance because he happened to be there.
    Eli did voiceover for the guard though.

  • @andyschnell58
    @andyschnell58 11 місяців тому +10

    Great way to begin the week with this awesome performance by Voiceplay and Elizabeth's analysis. Please join Elizabeth for her premieres, every Monday, Tuesday and Friday at 11 AM ET (10 AM after the clocks fall back).

  • @riffdagg6701
    @riffdagg6701 11 місяців тому +2

    People can boo-hoo about evil all they want, this is still the best Disney song ever

  • @brittanynichols1148
    @brittanynichols1148 11 місяців тому +3

    I had my fingers crossed that there would be a reaction to this one.❤

  • @kiracattan4624
    @kiracattan4624 10 місяців тому

    Voiceplay grabs you by a body part and never lets go from the very beginning.

  • @LaserSaint_
    @LaserSaint_ 11 місяців тому +4

    I was really hoping that you would do this one! By far one of my favorites that they have done!!

  • @brissinger5940
    @brissinger5940 11 місяців тому +5

    I don't think I've ever enjoyed this song until I heard this cover, it was so good! But if possible, how about giving Geoff's cover of Jack's Lament a go? 👀

  • @gto6789
    @gto6789 11 місяців тому +2

    By far my favorite Disney song!

  • @corbinlayne5223
    @corbinlayne5223 11 місяців тому +30

    Old Disney is amazing. I’m more offended and put off by the new version of Disney than I ever was the old version.

    • @amcc8188
      @amcc8188 11 місяців тому

      That's because new Disney is borderline evil - and they're creative directors admit it in board meetings based on their self-described agendas. It's not about family friendly and politically neutral entertainment anymore.

  • @Cabooseq117
    @Cabooseq117 11 місяців тому +3

    Thank you so much for another amazing VoicePlay analysis! I'm sure you'll get around to Jack's Lament, but may I also suggest all 4 of the Bass Gang's May The Bass Be With You Vol. 3 (in order, as they put together a through story). Arabian Nights, Be Prepared, Gaston, and Friend Like Me

  • @karenponchak5304
    @karenponchak5304 11 місяців тому +1

    That lovely lighter bass in the beginning is (except during his solo) sung by Layne.

  • @mityakiselev
    @mityakiselev 6 місяців тому +1

    two Geoffs are breaking my brain again

  • @a.s.9237
    @a.s.9237 11 місяців тому +11

    You should check out Colm Mcguinness! I'm kind of surprised you haven't since he arranges all this own music, plays, and sings with a crazy range including bass!

    • @seonaelizabethcoster8465
      @seonaelizabethcoster8465 10 місяців тому

      He's so great! I am playing his "My Mother Told Me" in Old Norse on repeat at the moment.

  • @pokeholicmaster
    @pokeholicmaster 11 місяців тому

    These guys are so incredibly talented and I don't want to take anything away from them but am I the only one that feels like a big flashy acappella arrangement softens the edge of this particular song?

  • @bkm83442
    @bkm83442 11 місяців тому +1

    I think one of the things that sets VoicePlay apart is the musical complexity of arrangements like this.

  • @yriverspelle
    @yriverspelle 11 місяців тому

    I have been waiting on your version ..... of all the reactions because I love how you geek out and how many new things I learn every time you react. its more than just feelings its educational.. but your faces are amazing fun too!

  • @RobMuhlenkamp
    @RobMuhlenkamp 3 місяці тому

    Elizabeth, great attention to detail in the ambience. Your studio is dark with orange lighting on the wall to give the intimation of fire in your studio...not just in VP's video.

  • @bjspeck4337
    @bjspeck4337 8 місяців тому

    It took me a couple of views to realize that while Geoff is Frollo, the other singers are each a part of Geoff's psyche. J None is begging Maria to protect him, Eli shows he desires Esmerelda and if he can't have her, destroy her, while Cesar is blaming God's plan. The final question is what part will Geoff succumb to. It is a stunning piece, evil, mesmerizing and unforgettable. Check out J None's solo Am I Here. It's heartbreaking the pain he shares with this ssong. Another one that is a blast from the past - VP dropped Friday - The Lion Sleeps Tonight. It started off as a mini but they were having so much fun that it is a full-length in mini format inside the mall and Pattycake.

  • @JustTanya.
    @JustTanya. 11 місяців тому +1

    So, I have to say that I've never seen The Hunchback Of Notre Dame so I didn't know what this was for. I pulled up the clip on UA-cam just to get an idea before I saw this. Gotta admit, I'm a little bit stunned. I'm sure kids may not really understand it but, dang. I'm not surprised Tony Jay did Frollo either. Tony Jay is a good villain, if anyone has seen the shows Beauty and The Beast and Lois and Clark, IYKYK. Anyway, VoicePlay is incredible. Like many other comments I definitely suggest Geoff's "Jack's Lament", it's so good. 😎👍

  • @palmarolavlklingholm9684
    @palmarolavlklingholm9684 11 місяців тому +2

    You should check out Geoff's Halloween song Jack's Lament. Absolutely fantastic "voiceplay".

  • @ericfredenburgh4577
    @ericfredenburgh4577 11 місяців тому

    Walt Disneys the Sword in the Stone features a 72 year old woman singing The Marvelous Mad Madame Mim. It’s amazing

  • @johnforsyth7987
    @johnforsyth7987 11 місяців тому

    Love your reactions to Voiceplay performances. They definitely give a wonderful new twist to this classic Disney song. By the way, in case you have not been reminded of this recently. You remain the undisputed champion of best thumbnail photos on You Tube.

  • @Mertle_The_Turtle_5165
    @Mertle_The_Turtle_5165 11 місяців тому +1

    The best version of this song is fine by Jonathan Young. I would definitely recommend! Super intense and emotional!

  • @barbarabishop9362
    @barbarabishop9362 11 місяців тому +15

    Thinking about the perc during that last section of the song I just realized that it’s got the same “feel” as the snare drums you might hear at a military execution. And given the text of the lyrics, it seems perfectly chosen. Of course.

  • @rodwestonable
    @rodwestonable 11 місяців тому

    Fantastic performance, Fantastic reaction and analysis. You are the Queen of Reaction and Analysis. And Voiceplay, as you have said, keeps raising the bar. I also love that you are a farm girl from Washington! (Vancouver resident here)

  • @icarusflyte
    @icarusflyte 6 місяців тому

    Ok, this is hilarious... In your into you talked about bathing in M&M's and now I just got an advertisement for Peanutbutter M&M's. It's like they know....

  • @Mark_Agamotto1313_Smith
    @Mark_Agamotto1313_Smith 11 місяців тому

    Never has a single word chilled my blood so much, but Geoff's "WHAT?" was chilling!

  • @sternest3510
    @sternest3510 11 місяців тому +2

    AAAAAWWWW I LOVE YOUR LAUGH😁

  • @Liz.Green789
    @Liz.Green789 10 місяців тому

    Wonderful music! Thank you.

  • @pentlx
    @pentlx 11 місяців тому +1

    I would love to see your reaction to The Dead South.
    Banjo, cello, guitar, mandolin. Sometimes a small kick drum, no other drum and none needed.
    Their best known song is 'In Hell I'll be In Good Company'. I particularly like their version of 'You are My Sunshine'; it's the way it should be sung- not as a happy, perky song, but as a yearning, pleading song. They also have done The Doors' 'People Are Strange' and System of a Down's 'Chop Suey', among other covers. Who knew Bluegrass could be so versatile! Great videos with all those. too.

  • @kevinroth9952
    @kevinroth9952 11 місяців тому +1

    The place you say looses energy. If you listen to the song Bells of Notre Dame you will get the same feeling of bells ringing at the end of this song tying it into the rest of the movie.

  • @Jabroniville
    @Jabroniville 9 місяців тому

    I'd love to see you actually cover the actual Disney version! Tony Jay rocked it! Such a voice!

  • @stemptastic
    @stemptastic 10 місяців тому

    Disney did an updated studio recording of the soundtrack with Patrick Page as Frollo and boy does he bring the bass.

  • @moni130508
    @moni130508 11 місяців тому

    I just love Geoffs highs ❤❤

  • @JasonSmith-fr2jy
    @JasonSmith-fr2jy 11 місяців тому

    I'll be honest, you didn't have to start off so hard on this video, talking about desire, your presence, enthusiam, and beauty are more than enough.

  • @scottbenda9931
    @scottbenda9931 9 місяців тому

    Great job on the analysis. Bug thumbs up 👍

  • @chlistens7742
    @chlistens7742 11 місяців тому +3

    I think it would be neat if you covered there outtros because they do the karaoke version of them then so you can hear a section of the song's backgrounds clearer

  • @DerBaum91
    @DerBaum91 11 місяців тому +1

    I don't think you had reacted to the Wicked Medley from VoicePlay. If you haven't seen it privately, I highly recommend it. It really is a masterpiece that Geoff spent several years arranging.

  • @shilohauraable
    @shilohauraable 10 місяців тому

    Adam in Home Free also does the Spanish castinets - especially in their Sea Shanty Medley! Love it! ❤

  • @mattloflin6028
    @mattloflin6028 11 місяців тому

    I've been waiting for this reaction!!!!!!!

  • @bjspeck4337
    @bjspeck4337 7 місяців тому

    Have you reacted/analysis to The Lion Sleeps Tonight? VioLayne is there, and while doing that Cesar's hits 2 new notes, C6 and D6. Watching the guys do some dancing is a hoot. Geoff's version of Wicked Games earned everyone watching and listening. VoicePlay followed up this weekend with a Warframe gaming song - Sleeping in the Cold Below. Instead of sea shanties we get space shanties. They rented a studio with huge 4K LED screens to put what looked like (maybe processed) Hubble and Webb photos. Layne has a transporter for his gloves - they come and go.