INCREDIBLE singers 50 years apart--from the singers who sang with them
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- Опубліковано 14 гру 2021
- This week we're looking at two INCREDIBLE SINGERS from two different generations. First, we listen to @Aretha 1968 classic I Say a Little Prayer. Then, we compare that with the modern vocals of the INCREDIBLE @adele and her most recent single Easy on Me.
I'm @Jack Conte the CEO of @Patreon and one-half of the bands @Scary Pockets and @PomplamooseMusic .
Joining me today are 3 of my best musician friends;
The ICONIC Paulette McWilliams who was the backing vocalist for Aretha Franklin, Michael Jackson, David Bowie and many more.
The AMAZING Maiya Sykes who has performed with @postmodernjukebox , @ScaryPockets and was a contestant on @TheVoiceGlobal
@ryanlerman a professional guitarist the other half of @ScaryPockets
Joining us behind the desk is Tim Sonnefeld GRAMMY winning producer, engineer and multi-Instrumentalist
Here are our recommendations for our favorite vocalists who are crushing it right now;
Maiya Sykes - @JazmineSullivan / @jazminesullivan
@AbbeySmithy / @abbeysmithy
Paulette McWilliams
@GregoryPorterMusic / @gregoryportermusic
Jack Conte
@BrittanyHowardOfficial / @brittanyhowardofficial
Ryan Lerman
@LizzyMcAlpine / lizzymcalpine
Here is the music we discussed in the episode;
Aretha Franklin - I Say A Little Prayer
• Aretha Franklin - I Sa...
Adele - Easy On Me
• Adele - Easy On Me (Of...
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✨ Lured in with Adele and Aretha, captured down by Paulette and Maiya.
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TBH I kind of forgot about Aretha and Adele (who brought me here) once these two started speaking on the mechanics of background singers!
Adele can't touch Aretha -- that's just the truth. Stephanie Mills can sing Adele under the table.
@@loriannrichardson7644 In terms of vocal prowess I agree (and so probably would Adele herself) but like, what is the point of saying that under this comment?
I think this is the best episode so far.
The passion and knowledge Paulette and Maiya have is incredible. I love this deep dive into the vocals.
I’ve watched every episode and I 100% agree.
I am with you on that one... Wonderful, skillful, funny, educational, moving...
I agree!
Yeah this was a legitimate masterclass, I’m blown away.
@@Iceman259 Exactly. A masterclass indeed.
God, I love it when people geek out. Music is my jam
That's one of the reasons I love your channel so much!
@@henrikochel8347 Thank you ❤️
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Normally we deal with the theory of music through the lens of instrumentalists. Its great to get it from the perspective of vocalists and the mechanics behind the singing. Great episode.
This episode was just next level the whole way through.
I've played music since I was young, but it took me years to figure out the voice was an instrument too. This video is such a great showcase of that.
As a singer, this episode is so inspiring and an absolute master class.
Totally! With tips you can apply right now!
Dionne Warwick is also so underrated. Her vocal abilities are truly anthemic and powerful while also sounding so smooth.
I can't disagree, but Dionne had her time in the sun.
I remember the time that her music was on the radio a lot.
Yeh, gotta agree, prefer Dionne's version and satin voice.
Yes, I agree Ms. Dionne is the greatest and never seem to get mentioned they way she should. Talking about skilled, blessed, unique, and amazing bad ass, hat's Ms. Dionne for sure❤❤!!
Thank you for letting this run longer than you normally do. I said before, I'd watch the whole thing even if it were well over an hour. :) (Your's is the 1st UA-cam series that has caused me to be excited the day before knowing an episode is on its way.)
Agree!
Yes!! I second this notion. And love how they both explain with there own voice , amazing video!! And guests!!
Yeeees
We want longer videos!
Heck, I just watched it and I'm starting it again. This was just marvelous. I don't even have the words to describe how wonderful this episode was and how much in awe I am of all of these women.
As a professional vocalist, thank you for bringing these 2 great singers on to share our craft. Vocal arranging is an art!
There are a lot of poor singers in the spotlight and not just because of Auto-Tune. Many genres have suffered because instrumentation has been stressed over vocals. Modern rappers can't even talk while modern metal singers are sounding like the Cookie Monster.
@@orlock20 Yes great producers understand that vocalists are an instrument to control the harmony & communicate the memorable emotional essence so the listener can FEEL the song.
Perfect example - when they played Aretha you immediately felt it. When they sang their parts live you felt the same feeling.👍
They're so knowledgeable and talented.
"ARETHA" HAS BEEN DESIGNATED THE BEST SINGER IN 100 YEARS AM I RIGHT?!! OR WAS IT EVER??!!
GREGORY PORTER. Tell us more please!!!
Fascinated by what Maiya Sykes had to say about women of color not being allowed to exist in a more vulnerable space. It makes me think of what the Brit singer Yola has spoken about as far as getting trapped in the stereotype/trope of the "strong black woman."
Nina Simone did it, but she did it in Europe. Billie Holiday also pulled it off. In the age of the labels doing less for the artist and independent artists having more influence because of the internet, I believe it's more about being a talented vocalist, writer, instrumentalist and marketer. With those skills, an artist can perform what they want and get noticed.
I hope there's gonna come a time when singers like Maiya Sykes and Paulette McWilliams can show the same level of vulnerability.
@@pierreandrewt1347 Yeah, but, ironically, they are clearly two strong grown black women with a wealth of life experience. If they tried to act vulnerable, it wouldn't necessarily be believable. They even talk about this in the episode.
Absolutely spot on
Very interesting. Maybe it's specially true in the USA. Because Jorja Smith has been totally the sweetest, vulnerable brit teen shining stars. Right on Tiny Desk for Example. Or Corinne Bailey Ray. But maybe brits are "allowed" in that space more, in Europe, then USA. Vulnerable black woman would be presenting an artist very honnestly, which the USA barely do for anyone anymore. WHat a great insight from Maiya, appart from a fantastic episode.
It also must be noted that "I Say A Little Prayer" was actually sung by Dionne Warwick and already peaked the charts A YEAR (1967) before Aretha released a version of her own (1968). Moreover, this song was written by the legendary duo Burt Bacharach and Hal David who were notoriously very strict and specific on their vision of a song (this song was made exactly for Dionne's voice character and capability). However, Aretha was able to REINVENT "I Say A Little Prayer" in a whole new way that's so distinguishable from the original to the point both versions worth praises of each own merit. Aretha Franklin is a master of music.
So true, Ms. Dionne is a full master of music as well!! This was her masterpiece first and foremost without background vocals!!!
I'm only 7 minutes in, but I love how both ladies were singing the backing vocals for Aretha, almost reverential for her lead. What amazing music to listen to, from a time when more songs were actually crafted and arranged so beautifully. Loving this episode!!
Yeah I got 9 minutes in and had to leave a comment. What a treat!!!!
SAME! I'm 10 minutes in and these two have me on the edge of my seat!
When Paulette said Aretha made ANY song great, she wasn't lying!! Aretha is the greatest recording artist of all time, period. She's that good. And her piano playing is soooo underrated.
100% agree. People don’t talk about her piano playing enough. Her into to “You Send Me”, every time I hear it I need a bit of time to recover!!! The melody she chooses, the chord voicing a and dynamics. Just celestial.
Hmmm meh
On Adele: "She's got more seasoning now." "She's got some Lowry's on it!" Love this episode. It's hard to not get emotional when hearing "Easy on Me."
I agree 👍 always get goosebumps listening to that song. And Aretha's say a little prayer was the first song that introduced me to soul music as a child ❤
So glad you mentioned Lizzy McAlpine, been listening to her and I cant get over her voice and her songwriting. She's incredible
She's such a talent!
"Erase Me" is one of the smartest pop songs I've ever heard. And "Doomsday" is great too. I can't wait for her next album to come out. As good as Give Me a Minute was, I think this new stuff could be on a completely different level.
I've been listening to her quite a bit as well.
Adele and Aretha are two of my favorite singers. My favorite Adele song is Rolling in the Deep, but Aretha put the icing on the cake with her cover!
This is so good. So often, people have no idea how much practice and attention to detail goes into vocal. Especially this kind of lead and back up. And the reality is, as much as instrumentalist love instrumental music, audiences respond to the human voice. Great singer(s) can take a band to another level. I am jealous of Jack and Ryan. You get a sense from their reaction of how amazing it is to be feet away from Maiya and Paulette demonstrating their craft. You can tell they instantly have chemistry with each other.
I'm blown away how professional these ladies are
This is by far (with no shade whatsoever) the most informative and interesting episode so far. Absolutely awesome.
yeah I'm really getting into this channel now.
I agree! And it's such high praise because this was ALREADY one of my favorite UA-cam channels.
Agree! Bring them back any time, they are full of great info!
This is amazing! To see great music discussed at a high level without any elitism or jargon is phenomenal and I would fully welcome longer videos like this. Each new video cannot be released soon enough!
They used jargon, defined the terms, and provided examples. Teaching at its' best.
The wisdom in this, not just as vocalists, but as humans is DEEP. This is a blessing. Thank you.
11:55 My spine and soul left my body for a sec! GAD DEYEM! GOOD GOD! Vocal arrangement is sophisticated as instruments. The way they teach, combination of explanation and actual singing, so practical man. I am educated!
“She brought four chords and the truth” Daaaaaaamn!
I’m a bass player and can’t sing to save my life but this was the most interesting and inspiring 40+ minutes. I could listen to the two of them talking for days!
7 mins in: Aretha uses the background vocals to bounce off of, truly using their strength and power to covey such beautiful emotion in the lyrics and music. Such an extraordinary spirit, recognizing and appreciating of the raw talent supporting her. It's a visceral performance on all levels.
Amd now I see those interviewing recognize this as well.
Aretha Franklin.
The distortion the microphone makes when her voice goes over the capacity of the microphone.
And the ability to improvise.
That's something else.
this video could just be this two woman vibin to the music
SANG SISTERS! Music was golden back then so glad to be born in the 70's
This was fantastic! Not only was this session entertaining, it was also instructional.
Keep up this incredible content!
Paulette is sooo agreeable sooo adorable, people with a character like hers is an absolute dream to work with!
BEST EPISODE EVER!!!Thank you for speaking about the importance of vocal health!!Can you please have these two professional vocalists back again! More vocalist videos!!! As vocalists we love this content!!VOCAL REALNESS!!!❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰
Please have these ladies on again.
Ms. Iconic Dionne Warwick is truly one of a kind Masterpiece as well❤❤❤!! She will saaangg you down with emotion, authenticity, and technique. She is truly the pioneer in my opinion. "I Sang Little Prayer" she handle the whole ship on the song❤😊
ALWAYS admired the backup singers the most. That’s the sweet spot in the music industry.
Paulette and Maia are incredible! What amazing women!
Thank you for discussing how range doesn’t matter. I’m so tired of discussing how many octaves a singer has and what notes they can hit. It really isn’t important.
I’m only 2 minutes in and i’m so glad to see they gave a shoutout to Jazmine Sullivan and Yebba right away! Two incredible singers who are at the top of their game right now, and writing their own amazing music
Ok finished the video, damn! I learned so much from these two. It was amazing to hear all their knowledge about both the technique side of things and their thoughts about artistry & authenticity
Really inspirational and i’m definitely gonna check them both out!
Wow. Just watching the four of them enjoy Aretha's music is a joy to watch
Just Love Aretha & Adele , love you All ! Wonderful Artist all of you
This is a absolutely outstanding insight piece for non singers, and anyone wanting to learn and understand how to improve their voice.
I was lured in by the caption of Aretha, who I was blessed to hear in concert when she played Navy Pier, in the 80s🙏🏼🫶🏼
She was unique, powerful and blessed 😇 by the Angels!
Sadly for Us, another beautiful woman, Ms Tina has left us ………Can you imagine what that Heavenly Choir sounds like?!!!😇🫶🏼😇
God, they are so precious!
I felt like I was in a masterclass this video REALLY expanded my knowledge of singing from a classical voice standpoint. PLEASE more videos like this! This is awesome!
We need more of these ladies!!! Loved them!!! So much knowledge and experience.
As a classically trained choral singer (a whole nother breed of singer) I can't do a run for anything, unless you consider Bach and Handel's choral pieces having runs. I love, love, love listening to and learning from you all. Maiya, you are so eloquent into the musicianship of singing and Paulette, you are a master of singing, you have learned from the greatest and these videos document your powerful presence in popular music. I would love to hear your commentary on popular singers, who I call Producer's Children. There are a boatload of good voices out there, but instead of learning musicianship, they are just following what their producers want to hear. That would be an interesting convo.
Aretha & Chaka Khan had that in common also. Chaka, who started as a background singer herself, had some phenomenal background singers throughout her career. Just listen to & watch her live performance of Everlasting Love from the 90’s music show Hard Rock Live. It’s here on UA-cam. Modern day vocalists like Alicia K, Adele, Jasmine S, Fantasia, JHud & Bey have amazing background singers that can hang w/ them vocally as well.
That’s how singers from my Gen-X, I’m 52, & those b4 mine paid their dues & honed their skills for the stage & the studio. That’s why they’ve had longevity in a career that’s as fickle as the music biz.
Oh & don’t u dare sleep on Whitney or Luther’s background singers either. Those sAngers were & STILL are beasts. All I’m gonna say is LISA FISCHER! 🤷🏽♀️👏🏽👏🏽
I could listen to these women all day.
This was a joy to watch. Maiya and Paulette need a podcast❣️❣️❣️❣️
What an amazing episode. I love the depth of discussion in singing mechanics, vocal style decisions, backup singing and songwriting. Maiya and Paulette are just beautiful, knowledgeable, lovely people too. Great job!
And lets take a moment to pour one out for Burt Bacharach for writing a song that has so many amazing recorded versions ! (Aretha, Dionne, Diana King, and yes Kenton Chen!)
Kenton is a brilliant lad.
and Hugh Grant lol hahahahahah
And Hal David!!!
Yes...and yes!!!
One female singer I'm obsessed with lately is Lianne la Haves. Her NPR Tiny desk is amazing!
Also, this show would be great as a podcast. Have you ever considered doing that?
As much as turning it into an audio podcast wouldn't be a big shift, I love seeing the reactions from Jack, Ryan, and their guests!
@@giannecarlob3937 well, they could still keep the video. I just want more consistently long episodes like this one. A lot of their episodes are only 15-20 minutes and leave me wanting more.
Mine is Beth Hart
ua-cam.com/video/r1y6CQcrUoU/v-deo.html
Watching singers explain how it's all constructed kinda baffles me, it's so much more instinct involved, so much personal chemistry
Good God, Ms. Paulette looks and sounds fantastic. It was a real treat watching these ladies.
Yeah, 40 min of fun and learning! I haven't watched it yet, but I'm sure this longer video (compared to the previous ones) is going to end too soon...
I love how excited they got at the talent of the background singers. I could not sub fast enough. ❤❤❤
MAIYA SYKES… I was watching this video and hanging on your every word like ooh yes I like how she thinks about music… like just vibing like hell yeah she gets it, and I kept thinking you looked familiar but couldn’t figure out why… it’s because you are the STAR of my favorite Scary Pockets cover EVER, “Viva la vida”!!! I listen to it ALL the time!! Anyway. Keep it up, all of you! I love these videos!!
Paulette, I have known Just the Way You Are by Billy Joel before but when you sang it there was a different light and a different taste to it. I felt it, I tasted it, and I enjoyed it in a different way. Your truth MOVED me and now, I dedicate that specific rendition to my wife. When you sang the line, "I said, 'I love you'. And that's forever." -- it moved me to tears. It's so thoughtful and it's so warm. Thank you so much.
As a young child, "I say a little prayer" was the song that opened up soul music to me I loved that song so much. Even today when I hear it, I get so emotional.
This gave me full body chills! I worship Aretha and 'I Say a Little Prayer' is one of my favorite Aretha songs. We'll never see such a talent that even comes close. She is everything! 🥰
Hello, Say not worship, admire, appreciate, like, but worship the LORD GOD only.😊
@@lorebay2593 RELAX! 😊
@@turnemloose_ well I was just letting you know our GOD is a jealousy GOD, put no one before Him, give not the glory to anyone else, just in case you were unaware. You be blessed dear.
@@lorebay2593 😄 RELAX!!!
@@turnemloose_ I’m one of the most relaxed persons anyone can know😁, I just care about people🙂.
Aretha hits you square in the ❤️ always,every time.
Late to this party and never seen any other episodes but this was a fabulous introduction. Two really brilliant, knowledgeable, and experienced guests. Will definitely go on to follow their other work.
Clearly, two very knowledgeable and talented ladies. Thanks for having them on.
Loved this episode!!!
absolutely brilliant this one! thank you!
LOVED this x a million! ❤️❤️❤️
love you guys, keep up the good work
Your best episode yet!
Love it!
WOW this was a friggin Free Master Class!!!!!
Thanks for this!!
Such an amazing episode! Legends!
This was incredible!! I really enjoyed this video ❤️
Great & on point analysis 👌
What an amazing show, so informative and entertaining.
Your best program thus far,awesome, Thankyou.
Great job to all!
What a really good episode , beautiful
This is great! Thanks guys
Awesome on so many levels - thank you all! I learned so much.
Thank you! Great.
Great video, very informative. Thanks.
Best episode so far. Brilliant.
this.was.awesome.period.
thank you so much.
GREAT episode and wonderful guests.
this was amazing!!!! what a lesson in vocal orchestration!!!
So wonderful episode, thank you. I learned so many things today
The best meaningful content! Keep up the great work!
A very important episode. Thank you for doing this.
Best of these I've seen so far. Great episode!
Great episode guys !!
Keep up the great work
OMG!!! This is a masterclass...amazing!!!
This was fantastic, favorite episode so far!
This was an amazing episode👏🏾
This is great! I learned so much!
This was really really informative, thank you. More please!!!
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This is just awesome. More please!!!! Cheers from Chile to all of you for this!!
Love this
Love every minute of this!
Wow! Such a great episode! So informative and educational! Thank you!
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This is honestly just amazing!
This was truly awesome to watch.
The amount of insight of this episode is incredible!