They might be great or it might be editing/auto tune. This guitar player is great, but I noticed one in another video one who wasn't really playing. At one point he lost track of where the stings were and was struming the wood. It makes me wonder what else is heavily edited.
What's interesting and incredible is that these folks cover songs that most cover bands won't even touch- it takes SERIOUS chops to play Toto, Boston, Fleetwood Mac, or ANY of the 70's & 80's bands- most of which were superbly talented musicians and songwriters.
My favourite female backing vocals, Pina Del Re, absolutely amazing voice, Daniel, you surprise me every time, how similar you sound,to the original singer, you have one of the best voices, in any band. IMO.
Have been a fan of Danny since Clearway. Was blessed to see HSCC late last year at the Adelaide Entertainment Center (front row no less) and Clearway a week later at The Bridgeway in Adelaide. I can't even begin to explain how happy I am for him and how far he's come!! I absolutely love HSCC also... I truly do feel so fortunate to have been able to see them live and I am so looking forward to October in the Arena here in Adelaide too ❤❤❤❤
From musician to musicians love all your work. I'm 63 now everything you do takes me back. Not just in song but the appreciation of how to perform them . Musically and vocally. Keep them coming guys. Just great to hear real musicans again.
This is how Toto cover should be done. Period. Bands, listen to this marvelous version and learn how to do cover and not to ruin the song at all. Well done HSCC band! You did it again :)
@@davidkc1969 @Supermonkey22 It seems to me that they really nailed it here and that all those small "cosmetic" changes didn't spoil the song at all, on contrary. I'd be happy to say the same about HSCC's version of Toto's another great song 'Georgy Porgy', but I can't. HSCC played it so well, harmony is interesting, singing is great.. Just it sounds like a completely different song.. With all due respect, sometimes too much of sugar isn't excellent idea.. I understand that tastes differ but I think that some songs really don't sound so good if those are modified too much. It is not an easy task to decide what to change, what to leave intact, I know..
Go check out Mike Masse’s version. It’s not a full band but he and another guy are acoustic in a pizza parlor years ago..before this song got big..again. His vocals are unmatched, trust me.
Well only an ambitious band could tackle a Toto song ......why because it requires absolute timing, vocal pitch and a tight rhythm section HSCC yes have again delivered incredibly well just how do they keep stepping up with every song they play fantastic!!!!!!
Message to Con and Darren: Danny was terrific and great band rendition of a classic; Standing O! But......Pina Del Re is a star and deserves another lead solo! This young lady has been on a rocket ship of late. Her performances have been on fire the last couple of months. Her “Friends” was terrific, this “Africa” performance was brilliant and a game changer with style, voice, beauty! A true professional. I am all in on Pina! The world wide chant begins, “Give Pina Another Solo!!!” Respectfully from CA USA
Consagración total de la banda de australianos hscc con la mejor canción de totto África felicidades desde Quito Ecuador sudamerica a la capital de Australia la hermosa Sidney.
Maravillosa interpretación de los australianos de hscc de esta canción emblemática de totto en los años 80. Felicidades 👏 desde Quito Ecuador Sudamérica la mitad del mundo 🌎.
The canvas that makes the beauty of this song is the refrain: "It's going to take a lot to drag me away from you...". And it is executed with great talent by the great Pina and the imperial Darren ❤❤❤👏👏👏👏 STANDING OVATION
Without demeaning the great performance of Daniel Lopestro, what I loved the most was the singing and the body lenguage of Pina Del Re. Arms, hands, facial expressions, voice... All of her transported me to a field of sensations. Bravo, Pina. Bravissimo.
Every video she is in, just moves so well, her hands, facial expression , voice, she is a pleasure to watch and listen to. She feels every song, just her movements alone amazing singer...love Pina....
Está quase que perfeita essa reprodução, com excessao do solo do teclado que deveria ser executado com as duas mãos sendo oitavado, o resto está ótimo.
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@@vagnerfonseca2354 , o solo original não é oitavado, não. é feito em intervalos de quartas e terceiras, se não estou em erro. Nesta versão o teclado faz uma voz, e o guitarrista faz a outra. Se vocês for ouvir o original, a guitarra não tem papel nenhum relevante.
@ negativo, eu tinha essa música em meu repertório, tocavamos totalmente original, inclusive eu era o tecladista da banda e guitarrista solo, por isso como músico discordo.
@@LJW55 lead vocalist sings David Paich's part. Paich usually sang the lowest vocal parts in Toto's songs. The highest vocals in the chorus of Africa is the lead singer Bobby Kimbal, middle part is Lukather. So it's just fine that the lead in Africa doesn't sing the high vocals. Neither was the case in the original song.
I recenty read Steve Lukather’s autobiography, he mentions how complicated the recording of the song was and how difficult the high notes. It only emphasises the incredible talent of HSCC.
How anyone could ever give this band a thumbs down is beyond me…..🤔 They deserve way more recognition. If they put out an album I’d buy it. Love them.🥰
@@ariesred777 If by "real thing of each original" you mean live performance by the original artist, then I very strongly disagree. More often than not, for reasons that I will die before I understand, performers insist on deviating from the recorded version of a song. I find this quite annoying because what is often changed is the song's great moments. I always have to wonder and want to ask the artist, "if you thought this was better, why did you not record it that way?" Thank goodness for HSCC, who make it possible for us to enjoy live performances of good music as it was originally intended to be heard.
@@bxf99999 Perhaps a larger income by trying to copy each original artists voice HSCC lead is copying numerous accredited singers already famous for their songs regardless of how it's presented.Nothing innovative about that.
@@ariesred777 I don't give a flying hockey puck about innovation. It does not contribute at all to my musical enjoyment. If you want to give more credit to an artist for being innovative, creative, etc, that's fine, but the level of originality does not come close to affecting the music I hear as do orchestration, arrangement, quality of vocals, harmony etc, etc.
I saw the then Toto lineup play on 7th March 2008 at the Palais Theatre Melbourne Australia and they finished the set with Africa. Sorry, Toto no disrespect, but HSCC cover is so tight and mixed so well it captures the original Toto sound and vocals, and if you close your eyes you would think you were listening to the original lineup of the early '80s. Toto only played one concert in 2008. Thank you HSCC
Ah WONDERFUL Cover🎶 The Band played this "MUCH" BETTER 🎸 than the ORIGINAL 🎹 And oh my "THE ABSOLUTELY GORGEOUS, Ms. Pina really brought it all "Together" with her Voice🎙️ ❣️❣️❣️
Wow ♥️I'm with no words because this is too awesome to describe...this is the best rendition of this classic toto song I ever heard...I'm sure a million people would agree... holy cow.♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
I think theses old Gents still know how to do it (ua-cam.com/video/4wh9dPmjAnU/v-deo.html) but yes, this version is also pretty good - like everything HSCC does! Simply great musicians.
As a music lover, corner group singing without instruments, you stay true to the original as much as possible. Keep doing your thing but don’t rearrange to much Con you’ll take a wrong turn. I’m 77 yrs and at least 70 of them I was in to all styles of music and have an ear for what is and isn’t music. Good on you for doing this with the group. Much more success in the future.
I love hearing Daniel sing and Piña just compliments everyone she sings with. Whether in a group or solo, she just brings it. And the band, hittin’ on all cylinders. I thoroughly enjoyed this performance. Be blessed from Alexandria, VA.
This band is extremely talented. They can play anything to perfection.
spot on with everything I've listened to so far.
Yes, thousand times WOW!!
lucky for us they only play absolute bangers from the 70s 80s and 90s,
They might be great or it might be editing/auto tune. This guitar player is great, but I noticed one in another video one who wasn't really playing. At one point he lost track of where the stings were and was struming the wood. It makes me wonder what else is heavily edited.
Tremendous
What's interesting and incredible is that these folks cover songs that most cover bands won't even touch- it takes SERIOUS chops to play Toto, Boston, Fleetwood Mac, or ANY of the 70's & 80's bands- most of which were superbly talented musicians and songwriters.
Exactly
Spot on!
Totally agree with you M8.👍👌
My favourite female backing vocals, Pina Del Re, absolutely amazing voice, Daniel, you surprise me every time, how similar you sound,to the original singer, you have one of the best voices, in any band. IMO.
Great comment except for that city badge haha!
@@salilbissessur2274 somebody has to support them
Have been a fan of Danny since Clearway. Was blessed to see HSCC late last year at the Adelaide Entertainment Center (front row no less) and Clearway a week later at The Bridgeway in Adelaide. I can't even begin to explain how happy I am for him and how far he's come!! I absolutely love HSCC also... I truly do feel so fortunate to have been able to see them live and I am so looking forward to October in the Arena here in Adelaide too ❤❤❤❤
In my opinion, The HSCC is the best band, great musicians, great singers.
What's funny is that some of those guys are serious metal heads. They sound great in HSSC!
Oo
Words can’t even begin to say how great this was. USA loves u
Danny and Pina what an awesome vocal performance
#HSCC #CLASSICS
Perfect harmonizing here. Everyone in this band is awesome.
Yep !
That girls voice.,, holy smoke!!! The high parts gave me goosebumps!
🥰🙏🏼
Absolutely
She adds so much to this song!!
Doesn't matter if Pina is singing lead or backing, she still brings something special every time.
Appreciate it 🙌😊
@@PinaDelRe I agree wholeheartedly what 'astrocp16' wrote ....
@@kickbiker7920 you guys rock! Appreciate it 🤘🙌😊
What a beautiful voice! Sent from above...
I agree.
From musician to musicians love all your work. I'm 63 now everything you do takes me back. Not just in song but the appreciation of how to perform them . Musically and vocally. Keep them coming guys. Just great to hear real musicans again.
Saw you guys on the Today Show this Morning (06/09/2023). All I can say is WOW... Absolutely amazing. You guys ROCK!!!
Danny Lopresto is one of the coolest dudes on the internet...this band is a monster, damn.
Lead vocalist covering a TOTO song and killing it while wearing a MOTÖRHEAD t-shirt! 🤘🤟👍
And wears Bono's glasses.
She's got the chops.
It adds up fun :😂😂😂
what his name
@@darrenwagstaff6026 Danny Lopresto
Alguém aqui do 🇧🇷 curtindo HSCC?? Simplesmente os melhores!! ³!!
Sensacionais nível musical altíssimo!🤜🤛👏👏👏👏👏👏🌟🌟
Forever HSCC!!!!
Ouço a mais 2 anos.. banda sensacional...sugiro woman in love.. também versão maravilhosa! Abraço!
Banda muito top,descobri eles há um ano +-
Os caras são muito foda!
I' m from Chile. First time hearing this band. I found them precious They sing the old songs I like the most.
Congrs. ❤
This is how Toto cover should be done. Period. Bands, listen to this marvelous version and learn how to do cover and not to ruin the song at all. Well done HSCC band! You did it again :)
What a great comment!! This was done with respect and reverence.
Nicely said
@@davidkc1969 @Supermonkey22 It seems to me that they really nailed it here and that all those small "cosmetic" changes didn't spoil the song at all, on contrary. I'd be happy to say the same about HSCC's version of Toto's another great song 'Georgy Porgy', but I can't. HSCC played it so well, harmony is interesting, singing is great.. Just it sounds like a completely different song.. With all due respect, sometimes too much of sugar isn't excellent idea.. I understand that tastes differ but I think that some songs really don't sound so good if those are modified too much. It is not an easy task to decide what to change, what to leave intact, I know..
This is way better than the cover by Weezer
Go check out Mike Masse’s version. It’s not a full band but he and another guy are acoustic in a pizza parlor years ago..before this song got big..again. His vocals are unmatched, trust me.
HSCC is an excellent and talented band. I love to watch their videos. They can cover virtually all genres.
Love watching people smile, sing and enjoy making music.
What a performance…Toto would be proud.
Well only an ambitious band could tackle a Toto song ......why because it requires absolute timing, vocal pitch and a tight rhythm section
HSCC yes have again delivered incredibly well just how do they keep stepping up with every song they play fantastic!!!!!!
I like everything about this guy; his superb voice, his long leather jacket and even his blue shades. He is brilliant.
Message to Con and Darren: Danny was terrific and great band rendition of a classic; Standing O! But......Pina Del Re is a star and deserves another lead solo! This young lady has been on a rocket ship of late. Her performances have been on fire the last couple of months. Her “Friends” was terrific, this “Africa” performance was brilliant and a game changer with style, voice, beauty! A true professional. I am all in on Pina! The world wide chant begins, “Give Pina Another Solo!!!”
Respectfully from CA USA
We’re already on it Kevin 😉😉😉
@@theHindleyStreetCountryClub Glad to hear it, she's great
PINA looks exactly like my daughter Michelle!! I send my daughter all these videos...LOL!! She love's this band too! -Larry G.
Golden, Colorado
The Hindley Street Country Club: Awesome! All the HSCC singers are great. Pina has a demeanor and style that is worth rooting for!
All these guys really know what they're doing, musicians, vocals, recordings sound is great too, Fantastic Entertainment !
Consagración total de la banda de australianos hscc con la mejor canción de totto África felicidades desde Quito Ecuador sudamerica a la capital de Australia la hermosa Sidney.
3:11 - I love when a drum fill is so cool that the bass player is impressed.
John Murphy yeah you can see him smile
Good Job!
That drum fill was played by Jeff in Paris live in 1990.
@@PurpleJam430 hudsonmusic.com/product/its-about-time-jeff-porcaro-the-man-and-his-music/ Preorder your copy?
PhPurple But can he play Rosanna? 😝
This group is the kind you would stand in line in the rain to see...(USA)
Oh yeah!
That Motörhead shirt kinda proves that we metal heads do have good taste in music!
Maravillosa interpretación de los australianos de hscc de esta canción emblemática de totto en los años 80. Felicidades 👏 desde Quito Ecuador Sudamérica la mitad del mundo 🌎.
And one more thing. Whoever is doing the recording & mixing of these performances is really good.
If you are interested in the how and why, check out Darren's stuff here: www.thehscc.com/products
For real. This is as good as a mix can possibly get.
@@ace88bf In my opinion his live mixes are the best on UA-cam.
No Shit. Freaking awesome.
@@pinballsmile Darren !! He's a real good teacher also.. I learned a lot from him in the past year
Good Lord this guy's voice is so on point it's insane
Each and every time, any song....note-for-note. Just perfect!
Beautiful. Just beautiful. Thank you HSCC.
This Band NEVER disappoints......so much talent!!
Smooth as silk. HSCC is pure enjoyment.
Fantástica Pina del Re!!
COMPLETELY AGREE. THAT PERSON HAS NO IDEA WHAT GOOD MUSIC IS....HSCC IS FANTASTIC...
The canvas that makes the beauty of this song is the refrain:
"It's going to take a lot to drag me away from you...".
And it is executed with great talent by the great Pina and the imperial Darren ❤❤❤👏👏👏👏
STANDING OVATION
totally agree, my god great vocals and harmonys, fans from Montreal, Canada
When Pina takes off around 3:30, it's a rush! Great job!
Without demeaning the great performance of Daniel Lopestro, what I loved the most was the singing and the body lenguage of Pina Del Re. Arms, hands, facial expressions, voice... All of her transported me to a field of sensations. Bravo, Pina. Bravissimo.
Pina bewitches you with her voice and beauty.
Every video she is in, just moves so well, her hands, facial expression , voice, she is a pleasure to watch and listen to. She feels every song, just her movements alone amazing singer...love Pina....
tout sonne juste dans se groupe !!!! les voix et la musique est top !!!!!!
OMG That rithm, that band, that voices, that harmony ❤
love the voice Pina Del Re!!
OUTSTANDING. Words. Fail. Me. You've done it yet again!
Exactly.
Está quase que perfeita essa reprodução, com excessao do solo do teclado que deveria ser executado com as duas mãos sendo oitavado, o resto está ótimo.
@@vagnerfonseca2354 , o solo original não é oitavado, não. é feito em intervalos de quartas e terceiras, se não estou em erro. Nesta versão o teclado faz uma voz, e o guitarrista faz a outra. Se vocês for ouvir o original, a guitarra não tem papel nenhum relevante.
@ negativo, eu tinha essa música em meu repertório, tocavamos totalmente original, inclusive eu era o tecladista da banda e guitarrista solo, por isso como músico discordo.
This band is absolutely perfectly balanced 👌 !!
Another performance that is second to none! Daniel and Pina are the best!!!
Let's just take a moment to appreciate the keyboard players backing vocals.
Darren my maaan
Yep because the lead just doesn't quite have it... too soft..!
I had to go back and key in on him . You're right! Rock solid.
Yeah... I thought they double tracked the lead vocal but then spotted him singing. Great job.
@@LJW55 lead vocalist sings David Paich's part. Paich usually sang the lowest vocal parts in Toto's songs. The highest vocals in the chorus of Africa is the lead singer Bobby Kimbal, middle part is Lukather.
So it's just fine that the lead in Africa doesn't sing the high vocals. Neither was the case in the original song.
I actualy cried of how amazing this was...
Wow….Ive never heard of this band before but they do excellent covers!!!! ❤
Excelente versión de Africa (Toto) , un clásico e inmortal, los felicito son buenos, muy buenos. Sigan los éxitos 👍
this video proves that HSCC remains one of the select elite bands on UA-cam! keep it up, guys!
I agree Bro
A wonderful band
I agree too
I agree but check out Leonid & Friends -
This band proves there is an awesome God that blessed us with beautiful Music
Pina's backing vocals are superb!!!!!
Not the silly earrings, surely?
And here I am again, back to watch and listen to this GRAMMY QUALITY performance!
WOW!! A LOT going on in this song by Toto and ANOTHER home run by this group of ARTISTS 👍
I recenty read Steve Lukather’s autobiography, he mentions how complicated the recording of the song was and how difficult the high notes. It only emphasises the incredible talent of HSCC.
How anyone could ever give this band a thumbs down is beyond me…..🤔 They deserve way more recognition. If they put out an album I’d buy it. Love them.🥰
Fools are abundantly present all around
any of those ‘people’ giving thumbs down are either, not musicians, not music lovers,or…..yes..stupid✌
Your right so why did they listen to this
Wish i could find local musicians this good to perform with.
Always focus on the thumbs UP! :)
I agree, they do everything to perfection, without exception.
The bassist singing along to get a feel for the rhythm is genius.
I'm writing from Argentina.... Great and faboulous Job....i seeing all you videos....
Addicted to HSCC.love from india
HSCC is the best thing going in music today. Absolutely love these guys and girls.
I’m at a loss for words. My goose bumps will have to do for now.
I discovered this band on UA-cam 2 weeks ago and immediately got hooked. Amazing performances!
La acabo de descubrir...y es una locura...genialidad maxima
I am you right now Sebina., just found them today and....... hooked! :) Blessings to you.
I love music, these band nailed it...superb
I only discovered them in the last two day's. They fantastic
Me too I have heard every cover now. Awesome
The guy who runs lead vocals is amazing... the same that sang the part of collins in "easy lover"
These people are so excellent! I LOVE old songs sung and performed by new musicians!
This band teaches us how things should be done.
Abrazos desde México con mucho cariño, sigan así.
Luckily there is no "this is how it should be done" in music. But this is a good copy of the origional.
Pina is magical. So beautiful. I could listen all day!!
🥰 ✌️
I really think the bass player is outstanding!
The backing vocals have always been the key to this song. Well Done!
This is called PERFECTION, the best cover band ever❗
I'm runnin' outa' stuff to say about this group. But then, the music speaks for itself. It's not as easy as they make it seem.
watched a couple of songs very good but nothing like the real thing of each original
@@ariesred777 If by "real thing of each original" you mean live performance by the original artist, then I very strongly disagree. More often than not, for reasons that I will die before I understand, performers insist on deviating from the recorded version of a song. I find this quite annoying because what is often changed is the song's great moments. I always have to wonder and want to ask the artist, "if you thought this was better, why did you not record it that way?" Thank goodness for HSCC, who make it possible for us to enjoy live performances of good music as it was originally intended to be heard.
@@bxf99999 Perhaps a larger income by trying to copy each original artists voice HSCC lead is copying numerous accredited singers already famous for their songs regardless of how it's presented.Nothing innovative about that.
tell him the jacket and glasses is 20y/o.
@@ariesred777 I don't give a flying hockey puck about innovation. It does not contribute at all to my musical enjoyment. If you want to give more credit to an artist for being innovative, creative, etc, that's fine, but the level of originality does not come close to affecting the music I hear as do orchestration, arrangement, quality of vocals, harmony etc, etc.
I saw the then Toto lineup play on 7th March 2008 at the Palais Theatre Melbourne Australia and they finished the set with Africa. Sorry, Toto no disrespect, but HSCC cover is so tight and mixed so well it captures the original Toto sound and vocals, and if you close your eyes you would think you were listening to the original lineup of the early '80s. Toto only played one concert in 2008. Thank you HSCC
Superb cover and excellent musicianship. Love the singers, brillant voices. 👌
She is your best lead female vocalist hands down. Rock on!
Mr Mario groove master Marino,you did all Jeff Porcaro fans proud, well done. 😎
Vince Perrotta 🙏🙏🙏🙏
One of the greatest bands I have ever heard, in love with HSCC!!
Ah WONDERFUL Cover🎶 The Band played this "MUCH" BETTER 🎸 than the ORIGINAL 🎹 And oh my "THE ABSOLUTELY GORGEOUS, Ms. Pina really brought it all "Together" with her Voice🎙️ ❣️❣️❣️
I can't think of a harder song to cover than that!! Wow!
i likes the voice from Mr. Daniel Lopresto so heart touching ❤❤
Im really fall in love with the woman voice, such a incridibble sound, so blended.
Always a GREAT BAND HSCC. Thank You Con & ALL your ENTIRE BAND...
The Most magical song one can sing. Done by the most epic group.
Wow ♥️I'm with no words because this is too awesome to describe...this is the best rendition of this classic toto song I ever heard...I'm sure a million people would agree... holy cow.♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Klasse Freunde
Well done guys! Daniel and Pina's vocals compliment each other nicely.
I agree with Bird. But just one more time BRILLIANT!!!!
That girl is a stunning vocalist - great version.
Outstanding. The gong touch at the end gave me chills.
Awesome guys. Great vocals, harmony, and mix.
THESE GUYS AND LEXINGTON LAB BAND ARE THE BEST.
Son muy buenos!!! Saludos desde Argentina 🇦🇷
By far, the most accurate cover band. The entire band, musicians and vocals are beyond exceptional. Thank you for sharing your videos.
Please canción Roxana en HSCC
Siete bravissimi ragazzi, un grande abbraccio dall' Italia
Can't tell you how many times I've watched this. The vocals are off the scale. Perfect.
Can't believe the euphony I'm hearing I hear. Unbelievable. WOW!!!! Respect and please... keep going
Queria curtir umas mil vezes. Todo dia eu volto aqui pra escutar essa OBRA DE ARTE! E geralmente nunca consigo escutar só uma vez, sempre repito.
For me this is better than the original ... and given it's a Toto song, that is the ultimate compliment!!
I think theses old Gents still know how to do it (ua-cam.com/video/4wh9dPmjAnU/v-deo.html) but yes, this version is also pretty good - like everything HSCC does! Simply great musicians.
The best rendition or cover on this classic from the mighty Toto..unbelievable..⭐
As a music lover, corner group singing without instruments, you stay true to the original as much as possible. Keep doing your thing but don’t rearrange to much Con you’ll take a wrong turn. I’m 77 yrs and at least 70 of them I was in to all styles of music and have an ear for what is and isn’t music. Good on you for doing this with the group. Much more success in the future.
Brilliant cover band. The song is awesome. This cover is virtually as good as the original.
I love hearing Daniel sing and Piña just compliments everyone she sings with. Whether in a group or solo, she just brings it. And the band, hittin’ on all cylinders. I thoroughly enjoyed this performance. Be blessed from Alexandria, VA.
🙏🏼😘
She's amazing.
Why have I not heard of hscc ? Haven't been living under a rock 😊. Great ensemble and love the brass. Singers are A1.
Same 🎉
EXCELLENT COVER of this timeless TOTO cut.. i love that a woman takes the high part in this band.. COOL