Postmodern Jukebox ft. Morgan James "Take Me To Church" REACTION & ANALYSIS by Vocal Coach
Vložit
- čas přidán 27. 06. 2021
- It's been a while since we've had Morgan James on this channel, who I admire and respect so much as a singer and person all around. This take on Hozier's "Take Me To Church" was exceptionally fantastic, and you all have been asking for me to hear it for so long (I even batted it away on a Patreon playlist knowing I would eventually get here!) The simplicity of just the piano by Scott Bradlee and Morgan at the microphone made this such a sweet treat to the ears.
Join professional opera singer Elizabeth Zharoff, as she listens to Postmodern Jukebox featuring Morgan James listen to "Take Me To Church" for the first time live.
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Performed by Morgan James, Scott Bradlee - Words and Music by Hozier
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
I definitely recommend watching the original video without interruptions, here's the link: • Take Me To Church - Pi...
Show Postmodern Jukebox some love: / @postmodernjukebox
Show Morgan James some love!: / @morganjamesonline
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
WE HAVE MERCH! Check-out the full line-up here: thecharismaticmerch.com
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
🎧 Elizabeth’s favorite headphones 🎧 : imp.i114863.net/zayoEM
Music Gear Questions? 🎤 See my list of recommendations: imp.i114863.net/yRyGoV
WANT MY CHAIR? I don’t blame you…and here’s a link to make it even sweeter:
secretlab.co/?rfsn=4692958.b2...
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
🎙️Podcast: thecharismaticvoice.com/podcast/
🌐Website: thecharismaticvoice.com
📸Instagram: / thecharismaticvoice
🧑🤝🧑Patreon: / thecharismaticvoice
📺Twitch: / thecharismaticvoice
📰Our FREE Newsletter: eepurl.com/gz7Z_z
-------------------------------------COURSES------------------------------------------
🎵MUSIC APPRECIATION COURSE🎵
Want to understand how to listen to and appreciate music more? My Music Appreciation course is now live. Take a look at thecharismaticvoice.com
🎶DEMYSTIFYING SINGING🎶
My intensive 7-week course on vocal foundations includes weekly group sessions and private lessons. Learn more at thecharismaticvoice.com.
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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.
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Want a free voice lesson? Sign-up to WIN at mailchi.mp/thecharismaticvoic...
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing.
Non-profit, educational, or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use.
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
#PostmodernJukebox #Reaction #TheCharismaticVoice
-------------
We just released merchandise! Check out the full line-up here: thecharismaticmerch.com
Morgan James and Haley Reinhart dancing around each other vocally on Dear Prudence is of the awesome
Elizabeth: “I was expecting full belt…”
Morgan: “you don’t get all the goodies all at once”
"Full Belt" would be Morgan James singing Maps - Maroon 5
@@joeandreas7985 Yes, and I love how she keeps those high notes in Dream On on spot
@@joeandreas7985 😍😍😍
This strikes me as being a misunderstanding of how PMJ operates. They don't put a cover into the same space as the original. The idea is to cover a song in some other style to demonstrate how it might sound in a different era, or as a different genre.
@@joeandreas7985 ohhh yes. That note gives me goosebumps. Every. Time.
This is my favorite song covered by PMJ. When I first listened to it, I hadn't even heard the original, but man... this melody on the piano and Morgan James's voice and her passionate delivery left me in tears. Her voice specifically and the way she absolutely dives into the song with all her heart and this is such a human human performance. She is a real master and a true artist. Honestly, still leaves me in tears every time I hear it.
Morgan James, one of the best voices you have in USA. She's so undervalued...
Morgan James should be on the front page of anything musical. I absolutely love her music! It’s a crying shame she’s not given the promotion and recognition she deserves
I saw her live with PMJ in Berlin - never experienced such power. It felt like you have to lean forward or you literally will get blown away by the storm which she created with her voice. Not to mention the goose bumps. Absolutely amazing.
She sort of has too big of a voice for some songs, but she nails it every time.
So, Elizabeth, when are YOU going to sing a song with Scott Bradlee????
I would love to hear that
Right?
Yes! Totally agree! That would be super! Maybe an operatic version of Hard Rain. 😁
A do wop of holy diver ;p
Nah has to be an Opera version of something unique...like an Operatic "the kids aren't all right" from the offspring?
You have to give a lot of credit to Bradley. Morgans voice has the capacity to overpower the piano and Scott does a good job of playing WITH her not just accompanying her. The piano isn't the stage on which she performs, its another performer in the song.
@David Pietarila - Excellent observation!
when she sang "command me to be well" and then started the Amens... crazy goosebumps
My favorite Morgan James video/vocal is her cover of "Fooled Around and Fell in Love" a bluesy, swampy rendition accompanied by a sweet steel guitar
Your rendition of "Can't Help Falling In Love" was very moving. Haven't been moved like that since. You rock!
yes, I dig that, but my fav is "Sledgehammer"
Dirty Diana is good too.
I love hearing Mogan sing blues... she oozes with soul singing Aretha Franklin's "Do Right Woman, Do Right Man" with Marc Broussard
That was amazing, Hoziers original is haunting with its tune while this feels more like a mix of celebration and defiance.
And to think that Morgan can produce all those varied levels of sound and clarity while sitting down blows my mind.
Wonderful analysis and reaction as always, keep them coming as this channel keeps introducing me to music I wouldn't seek out myself otherwise.
I wait through every reaction for the phrase, "vocal cords go wack-a, wack-a, wack-a". Thanks. I did not know this singer, but I will research.
Next Morgan's PMJ cover of Maps... PLEEEEEEASEEEE!
Agreed
Defenitely a must
I love all of Morgan's PMJ stuff, but Maps is the best of them for my money! So, yes, please!!!!!
This, absolutely...
If just for that note!
Agreed. Maps is amazing
watching Elizabeth being torn between stopping to talk about something, and not watching to stop in the middle of a great run must be the most endearing content on youtube
I'm a 35 year old man and there are two singers that never fail to make my eyes water. Morgan James, and Kate Lott. They're absolutely incredible.
This video, Elizabeth’s, has been my first exposure to Morgan James, and I absolutely agree with you.
Pumped for this one. When ever this cover comes on my playlist I inevitably end up playing it in repeat for 4 or 5 times.
I understand that a song can have different meaning to different people. Myself I think that Morgan James is a very brave person to have covered this song. Good for her.
The stuff PMJ have done with the lovely Morgan James is their most top teir stuff
Great video, thank you
and Haley.
Morgan James Barbie Girl with PMJ is my favorite thing she's done, if only for the human theremin bit.
Barbie Girl was my introduction to both Morgan and PMJ. Both are now staples, I can't get enough. I too would enjoy seeing a breakdown of this song.
I'm 61 and while I didn't realize it at the time, my parents were big Jazz fans. I'm familier with almost every song PMJ does with brilliant artistry.
Her classical training really stands out in the arrangement as well. The ending was straight up the ending of any sonata ever written. It was fantastic and the last thing I would ha e ever suspected.
Morgan James is a phenomenal singer. She should be much better known and much more appreciated than she is…but we in the know are lucky!! 😁
Elizabeth should know that many of PMJ's most popular singers made these videos around five years ago and that it's unlikely she will see any of them on tour as PMJ rotates it's cast w/ new singers. I was lucky to see PMJ at their height, when Haley Reinhart joined them in 2015, before 'Creep' when there was only one touring troupe and Scott played piano at 95% of the shows. The cast also included Morgan, Ariana Savalas, Casey Abrams, Robyn Anderson, Cristina Gatti, all phenomenal singers, but PMJ has a rotating cast. Add to that, PMJ now tours w/ two, maybe three troupes, so the likelihood you'll see the artist you hoped from the videos is even less likely.
Postmodern Jukebox is still a really great time, especially when some fans will dress in period pieces and really get into the atmosphere. Just don't go to a PMJ show thinking you'll get to see Morgan, or Haley, or even Scott performing.
I've seen PMJ 3 times, each with a different Troupe. Each was a Fantastic show with phynominal Singers. If you are hopeing for an OG Performer you will probably be disappointed (unless they are performing close to that individuals home where, if not otherwise commuted, they may make a Guest Appearance)... However, you will discover new Performers!!
True. However there isn't anyone who tours with PMJ that isn't phenomenal at their craft. I didn't know many of the show i went to but i still loved every second and gained some new favorites (hello Gunhild Carling)
@@spritepixie definitely, it's just I'm a fan of both Morgan and Haley (have videos of both on my channel) and keeping a pulse on PMJ, that's often a 'complaint'. People love the shows but would often go wanting to see Haley or Morgan or some of the bigger stars.
Scott is a pro and has been generous to give otherwise unknown talent a stage to shine. On tours, in the 'internet world' you potential to build a fan base over seas is significant. I told him I thought he was like the "Dick Clark" of this generation, introducing new talent to the masses. He liked that descriptor :)
@@HaleysTusk - Your comment about Scott being the Dick Clark of his generation is absolutely spot on! There will never be another "American Bandstand," but we've now got Postmodern Jukebox to carry on AB's vibe!
@@russlong5114 That actually made him smile. I think a huge misconception about PMJ many have is it's not a 'permanent' band more than a launching pad, an opportunity to gain a world wide audience while also getting some touring experience whilst not having the entire tour depend on you. You get to sing a few songs, meet fans and travel the world. Sure some of PMJ's veterans will return now and again, but hopefully they would be busy with their own career after getting a boost from being w/ PMJ. Haley certainly did, as did my channel. I just happened to be at the epicenter when Haley and PMJ met that it raised the profile of my channel immensely.
Hi Elizabeth, I'm glad you're reacting to another Morgan James/PMJ video, and I absolutely loved this performance. Morgan's voice was incredible as well as powerful, clear, and passionate. I also want to acknowledge Scott Bradlee, who is the arranger and pianist, on each of these amazing PMJ cover songs. Thank you, Elizabeth!!! 💙
I love the way he responds to her phrasing, taking cues from her and coming in or not depending on how she is feeling the lyric. It's a perfect synergy.
@@jackdedert2945 - Scott's a genius!
I absolutely love Morgan James. She has the voice and the looks to soften rocks or bend the knotted oak. Another great track she did with PMJ is "Who Wants To Live Forever" by Queen and she is one of the few singers who can justly cover Freddie Mercury. And while the full PMJ production is absolutely fantastic, if you can find the version of just her and Scott Bradlee performing it during an interview with Paste Magazine...get a pack of tissues before hitting play.
Want to support or hang out with me and the community? Join our Patreon. We have an amazing Discord, do 2 live chats per week (usually), play video games, get behind the scenes footage and content, masterclasses, polls and pick content for me and this channel, and soon to be merch deals. It’s a ton of fun, and I hope to see this community grow! www.patreon.com/thecharismaticvoice
Please do Dan Vasc covering the sound of silence. Keep smiling girl!
React to André Matos
Lots of Nazareth
Goosebumps at times.. I love her voice so much
I've listened to Morgan James' version of this song probably hundreds of times now, but only on this video did it bring me on the verge of tears. Why is that?
Here, it is a shared experience. Singing and the human voice are, to me, something that should be shared to enrich the experience. Seeing someone else react to something brings depth and understanding.
@@andychristensen2947 , exactly. And Elizabeth does a favor to us all as she explains everything about the song, while she is feeling the song.
“She laughs, I laugh…sharing a moment”
Morgan has such a powerful voice. Her rendition of Aerosmith's Dream On is so awesome.
We’ve seen this, performed live by Ms. James. One of the most magnificent performances I’ve ever seen. Brought the house down. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 - G
Lucky, lucky you
Oh, I’ve been waiting for this analysis!
i found this performance a few years ago....i've listened to it sooooo many times......she is my spirit animal
I found your channel somewhat recently, and I just wanted to say. I love your expressions, and how excited you get when you hear something that makes you happy. It is an absolute joy to see you. Normally, reactors (knowledgable or not on what they're reacting to) may not be engaging to us, or engaged to the material, but you always are. Also, your takes on both the voice and music is explained in a way that even someone like me who does not understand a thing about the technical part of it, I can totally follow you. Love the channel.
Just gotta pop in before I watch the video; saw PMJ live and Morgan performed this this song.
She was standing alone on stage, in a flowing white gown, with a single spot light and minimal accompaniment. It was the closest to a religious experience this atheist will ever get. I had a couple tears going down my face at the end.
I’ve watched this video 20+ times, and it has never failed to bring me to tears, she leaves it all on the tape ❤️
I absolutely love your analysis of performances by talented artists. You are a true teacher with an incredible understanding of your craft, as well as a truly gifted ability to share that knowledge with anyone who is willing to listen. Thank you so much.
The way you experience music into words and facial expressions is the way I feel it in my bones. I have felt deeper feelings watching some of your videos and wept at the brilliance of the music on multiple occasions. Thank you.
I've found so many crazy good voices on PMJ, this version is so much strong in Morgan's voice it gives me chills.
Another amazing voice is Sara Niemetz, she sings a really different version of Hey Ya that is sooo cool, also any other cover on her channel is strongly suggested(at last, piece of my heart, I put a spell on you, etc)
I sing along to this, one octave lower, and simply enjoy. It's bliss.
I also must point out the talent of Scott Bradlee here to provide the platform for Morgan to shine on.
Her version of “dancing in the dark” is one of my favorite covers. Kills it.
The best way to make a brilliant performance even better: Let Elizabeth make a reaction an analysis video....
Nice! Thank you Stephan!
@@TheCharismaticVoice - Miss Elizabeth, I thoroughly enjoy watching your reactions for several reasons. As a musician myself (tenor sax) I, like you, hear things the general population often misses - as do many of the reactors here on CZcams. I like the way you're not afraid to break into the song to describe and explain something that the vocalist has done technically to create what we just heard - a good example of this is when Morgan was going up vocally, you pointed out how Scott went down on the piano to provide more support for what she was doing. Those little things set your reaction channel apart from many of the others. Not to mention your highly animated facial expressions as you listen and react - those are the cherry on top! Keep on keeping on!!
You should give a shout out to Scott Bradlee, he founded PMJ and does all the arrangements. He's the pianist. He started out arranging contemporary songs into all the genres you hear now, but just as an exercise for himself to become a better composer. He's brilliant.
You are a joy to watch and listen to Elizabeth. Thank you for all the great content, expertise, and wonderful sense of humor.
I've been subscribed to this channel for years and I absolutely love stumbling across videos such as this after finding out about PMJ. As soon as I found out about PMJ, I immediately searched this channel to find out if it has been reviewed/reacted and I've never been happier to find this! This is what I get for being a metal head and excluding myself from amazing work such as this, and for that, I thank you for this. Much love and appreciated!!
that little touch of southern twang on the "amen" is a nice touch.
I love watching you react. Can I recommend Morgan James singing "Maps" by Maroon 5. Also Morgan and Haley Reinhart singing "Dear Prudence" accompanied by just a guitar sitting in what looks like someone's living room, it's just them no PMJ though.
Guitarist is Morgan's husband, it's on her porch. Absolutely astounding talents.
Morgan´s "Dream On"-cover completely floored me
@@IanWrigleyNZDoug Wamble, I think.
Morgan's voice gives me goosebumps all over my body, she is amazing.
Morgan is amazing and it just hit me... So are you! Your analysis is so spot on and so unpretentious.
Owie, Morgan is in the view ❤❤. Gotta see this ❤❤.
Thank you Elizabeth and Thank Morgan, that was fabulous!!!!!
A suggestion, Barbie Girl from PMJ and Morgan, thank you. The video is hilarious plus she sings great with an pep in her voice, you could hear the smile.
Great to see this reaction. I love this rendition, which showcases Morgan's wonderful combination of control and emotional depth. She is one of the very best interpreters of other people's music (and brilliant with her own material too). Marvellous stuff.
Oh boy, do I love these enthusiastic and educational reactions of performances of all types of music and performers. Without Charismatic Voice I probably would have never heard of this wonderful performer , Morgan James.
Thanks for reacting to Morgan James again… love this song! And your analysis is also incredible!
This is the very first video i saw Morgan James in, and was instantly hooked. She´s got them pipes.
I had more or less missed the song, never thought about it, and then there I sat, mesmerized, with tears in my eyes.
glad I caught this!! love all of you and this was an amazing song :))
Scott really knows how couch the singers phrasing. You’re going to love the concert.i saw them in asheville and we were so enthralled that we nearly cheered them off the stage!
Wow, her vocal range is fantastic. I did not expect her to reach the highest notes with such power. What an amazing voice.
Her cover of Lover, You Should've Come Over will make you cry. The soul...
Can't go wrong with any PMJ...Morgan, Haley, Scott and all of their folks are superb.
I would say 99% of their stuff is awesome, and most of the rest being good versions even if not my cup of tea. I can think of one song though, that imo is a dud, but that is because it is a song I think you can not make a good version of at all (and yes, I include the original version in that), and the cover sounded way to much like the original. Was "Hey there Delilah" with Joey Cook. In my opinion it is similar to "American Pie" and "If god was one of us", in that you can not do good versions of them. There is something about the melody and the rather whiny way they are sung.
I had not heard this before. When you hit your first break I stopped and went to the original video. I cried. Love this version. Thank you for your analysis.
You want to see how powerful music/vocals can be....13:20 (ish), Elizabeth gets hit hard by the power and expressiveness of Morgan. Beautiful voice, beautiful rendition, beautiful moment. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Finally! Thank you for this one
I could watch your channel all day. You have the most beautiful and varied facial expressions when you are reacting to these videos!
You live in a much more beautiful world than I do and I want to thank you for sharing it.
Seeing/Hearing things in new and different ways is an experience I cherish.
Definitely one of my favourite Morgan James songs - glad to watch Elizabeth review it!
I had no idea. You teach me so much. You are just brilliant. Thank you!
CZcams just sent me my reminder - 45 minutes late. Just as well I remembered anyway.
Haha I enjoyed your commentary as much as her voice. Hands down one of thr best reaction videos I've cone across 🥰
I've been a long-time fan of PMJ. I love how they take a familiar tune and present it in a different way that makes me listen to it with, um, call it "fresh ears". Anyway, at some point I stumbled across one of your videos. I'm not particularly musically educated or musically inclined, so a lot of your explanations test my understanding (it's me, not you!) However, I love, love, love your enthusiasm! It is very obvious that you chose the best career for yourself. No matter my level of understanding of the subject matter, I can recognize someone who thoroughly enjoys and knows their field. Congratulations, and best of luck. I'm hooked!
This was an amazing performance ...Thank you!
In the beginning, there is a moment, when she sings "He's a giggle at a funeral"...she sounds so child-like. I love it!
Nothing brings me more pleasure than watching you react to Morgan James
She really seems to deeply connect with the feeling of the song!❤️👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Honestly, …… you have to review her rendition of Barbie Girl with PMJ. There is a section in it that would be great to get your reaction on.
@PSBeard - I second your suggestion. That whole video is simply crazy - especially the end!
My favorite cover by this wonderful lady. Great choice!
For me, it's Dream On; but that's not to take anything at all away from this performance whatsoever. Perfection times two.
I've been listening to PMJ for several years now. They have many wonderful covers... Only true talents! And Morgan James is great!
I’m probably not supposed to say this, but wow, Morgan is just…whew! That voice. That look. What a package! I feel about her the way Elizabeth seems to feel about Chris Stapleton. ☺️
What a masterful performance!
Wow this woman is an unbelievable singer.
I just found your channel and I love your reactions! I have a lot of appreciation for the classical background Morgan has, bringing it into such a "jazzy" song more PMJ please! :D
This rendition makes me tear up every time.
I want to double-thumb this up, one for you and one for Morgan.
I am glad you have covered Morgan James. I'm new to your channel but am a fast fan now.
As someone who has seen them 3 times live either in Ireland or in Tucson, I hope you love every second of the concert
I adore Morgan, her voice is spectacular! The first PMJ video I ever saw was "Maps", and it was instant love. She gives so much emotion, she doesn't just sing a song, she's "in it", riding the rollercoaster like it's all happening to her. Blissful!
She went full gospel in the end. ❤️
One of my absolute favourite PMJ songs, brilliant and haunting.
Such Bluesy clarity from a class act! Great review!
You ought to check out Morgan and her hubby doing "Baby I Love You." - real music- sit on the couch and just knock it out of the park. You'd love it.
Simply unbelievable...... Wow.
You've almost done the Holy trinity of MJ. You've done Dream On and now this. You have to react to her covering Maps now ;p
Facts
Agreed
I'm a little late to the party but Morgan James is surely a new favorite. And I just love Elizabeth so much... whoosh, smack... wacka, wacka, wacka. 💕💕💕
"You just have to feel it" should be the theme to this review. Incredible piece. Incredible analysis. Thank you.
Barry Gordy of Motown records really liked her and put her in their movie about Motown,really appreciated her her style. From what I can remember.
This is the performance that introduced me to Morgan, been a big fan ever since. I think this is one of the best versions of this song ever ;)
I think it’s the same for me. This was what introduced me to her like seven years ago.
Even when she flips to head voice it sounds like she's trying not to be absurdly loud. Her voice is crazy
Morgan James is a definite top ten for me. For this song #1 for sure !!!
I was already a fan of this years ago… But for some reason I’m appreciating it so much more now.
I enjoyed your reaction to and explanation of one of the most beautiful songs I've ever heard.