Voice Teacher Reacts: Disturbed - Sound of Silence Live
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102° fever, sick with the flu and he’s seated because he almost passed out earlier; somehow he powered though it all to give us a nuanced performance that spans so many emotions before the rage-filled crescendo that so profoundly speaks to the current state of our sickening cognitive dissonance and ends on a note of despair. I absolutely love this, and I understand the audience was dead silent until the final note at which point he received about a 10-minute standing ovation. Masterful. 💙
Great comment. 👍🏻
he also said he had problems with his vocal cords back then, had a surgery recently.
David is just amazing. I still say he is one of the best singers around today!
I know they used auto tune, which he was pissed off about, but I wish he did it this the exact same way on the single. He goes more intense with the growl in this performance
Fantastic comment, couldn't agree more.
Today is the first time I ever heard this song covered like that. I’m in shock… been hearing it in a loop for 4 hours 😂
Seems aboot rite.... 🤙🏼
I heard it about a year ago and play it at least a dozen times a day. Excellence can never be boring.
Yep. This is a rabbit hole that once you get into it, you can’t get out😂😂
3 years here in june
They made it their own
Have watched it DOZENS of times. Still gives me goosebumps
same, epic singer. so much control. clean when he wants and distorted with emotion when he wants.
Best part about this, is knowing that Dave was sick and getting over a cold/flu leading up to this singing. Hence the nasaly tone you hear. Incredible he sang this good, with sick voice XD
Every. Time.
Same
YEP!!!
I never tire of this performance, I never tire of watching people react to this performance. Unquestionably one of the best covers out there, it truly reimagines the original.
He is a trained cantor. And he was sick during this performance. The man is amazing.
I swear, your reaction is pure gold. Such a joy to see somebody else feel the music
Thank you, Jason! I’m glad you enjoyed.
@@JohnHennyVocalStudio loved your input on this much love xxx
I watch this reaction as much as I watch the Conan live version every thing this coach says I think ❤
Your face matches mine when listening to this
@@JohnHennyVocalStudio I have to concur with Jason. It's such a joy to see someone genuinely appreciate a song. I've seen comments on other reaction videos that said something to the effect that Simon & Garfunkel's version was the warning. Disturb's version is the wrath that comes from failing to heed that warning. Generally speaking when someone re-records a song, it's called a "cover" or a "remake". This is neither. It can only be described as an experience.
And again I find myself down a rabbit hole of watching reactions to this absolutely incredible performance by David Draiman and the band. Simply stunned every time I hear this song.
Every time I hear this, I am just so impressed by how (after all that intense gravel in the final verse) he closes out by going back to the glorious soaring clear high tones again. The ultimate in control. Gives me goosebumps every time.
He is classically trained to be able to do what he does. I’ll bet his teacher is extremely proud of the man/singer he has become.
Found this a few years ago and have now watched it hundreds of times. My favorites are the reactions of people who truly know vocals as the instruments they are. Even untrained people can't help but respond but when a pro does and still is in awe??? So satisfying! He is indeed magnificent!
Some have said the original version was a warning. This version is the response to the warning being ignored. It is one of the best performances of all time. Watching you react to it emotionally rather than analytically is the most pleasurable part of your presentation. His voice is so powerful it knocked your camera out of focus 😆
Yaaas! We didn't heed the warning, he's begging, beseeching us now, can't you see it? 😢
Great reaction! I read that David Draiman was actually sick during this performance, but he still went on and fought through it like a trooper.
He was! He had a severe case of the flu (it was before covid), high fever, etc., was so weak he agreed to sit for the performance. He's not a "sitting down" kind of singer.
there was another vocal teacher that pointed out in her analysis of the beginning verse that she thought he might be sick or have something going on with his throat.
@kevinnagle2956 it was Maggie
He also insisted they minimize the use of autotune in this performance
Would it be fair to say he's "down with the sickness?"
How the heck he’s able to not rip his vocal chords apart and return to such a soft tone amazes me. Like he goes from angel - demon - angel again 🤯
Chills. Every time I hear this.
To this day I have NEVER seen a vocalist be able "fry" vocals and adding a vibrato while doing it! Hes amazing!
I understand that this video of this program was nominated for a Grammy and has a viewing of over 100 million. To me, if this audio could be synched with the video of the studio version, the combination would be so outstanding. The video has such a commanding story in itself; with the vocals, it can't be missed. I am 76, heard Simon & Garfunkel sing it as well as many others, and have never understood the song until I heard Disturbed do it; now I understand it and feel it.
Thank you - you chose where to pause perfectly to keep the build up, you gave such insightful comments, and you showed respect to and enjoyment of a fellow artist. I really enjoyed this reaction. Many others may have done it, but few as well as you. Cheers.
I appreciate that!
@@JohnHennyVocalStudio The crazy part of this is that David was very ill in this performance. he had the flu and fever of 102. He had to sit because they were afraid he would pass out. He even needed help off the stage when they finished. He is simply amazing!!!
Those drums!!! His power, his rasp! This time hearing this, I didn’t cry, but my hair is still standing upright!!!thanks John, for featuring this.
He was so sick during this performance he had a fever and congestion he killed it he is amazing
David is a master!❤
I’ve heard David Draiman in Disturbed and knew he had a powerful voice, but I was blown away with now clear and rich his voice could be.
The first time I heard this song by Disturbed, I cried, remembering the times and the angst of those days.
We can't forget David Draiman hadn't sung acoustically since he was a teenager. Evidently the band went in studio and got the final take got the first try. He REALLY needs to sing acoustically more often, IMHO. 🥰
Thank you so much for reacting to this performance John. I enjoy your reaction and respect your opinion. This was one heck of a cover, and you really showed a great respect for the singer.
Glad you enjoyed!
So fun to watch your reaction! I’m writing a chapter in my doctoral dissertation about the connectedness human beings find through music that is as deeply moving as this performance has proven to be for everyone who sees it. Seeing others react with astonishment and joy and awe is part of that experience of connected humanity. It releases endorphins, it lowers blood pressure and reduces the sense of isolation and anxiety that has been cloaking this planet for the last two years. It’s pretty incredible research to behold and I’m grateful this performance exists and I’m grateful for the gift of the many reactions I have seen to it. Wonderful stuff!
David classically trained as a Cantor, having trained in both his home in New York and in Israel.
David Draiman...amazing range and control...a powerful yet soulful voice that can go from warm baritone to angelic tenor, from clear as a crystal to rasp/distortion/vocal fry and back on a dime, which is incredibly difficult to do . He has a timbre in his voice that I've never heard before.....just hauntingly beautiful and pure tonal properties to it! ...one of the best male vocalists on the planet imho. Got goosebumps yet again! Loved your reaction John.
This is by far my favorite video to watch. The fact that David was sick with a 100+ degree fever while performing was magical. For me a true lover of music this song when I hear it moves me to tears because it truly is beautiful. The official video on Disturbed singing this is very emotional.
100degrees? That’s the boiling point of water lol
Disturbed makes you listen to the lyrics. I love Simon & Garfunkel's version too but it's so easy to just listen to their harmony instead of the lyrics. Not with this version! ♥️
@@Dallass66 He means F and not C, but fever is getting higher with every comment😁
100 degrees?? Are you sure
@@pandasanding7036 100 degrees F are 37,78 degrees Celsius
I’ve never had a favorite song before. Now I do… it rocks me to the core every single time
Even more amazing with this performance, David Draiman was actually very ill and fighting a 102 fever when this was taped. Astounding.
It was auto tuned.
He is so amazing and during this performance he was quite sick with the flu. Imagine that!
I just cannot hear this without crying- because it’s so powerful.
Great review! David Draiman's vocals and technique are just glorious. This is just a special cover that draws people who never cared for folk music (🙋🏻♀️) into the stunning lyrics. Of course I've heard the original, I grew up with it. But as a child, I didn't hear the lyrics, I only vaguely heard and dismissed a style of music I didn't care for. So I never actually LISTENED to the lyrics until I found this version. It's so much more impactful to me. I was driving several hours for a business trip the first time I heard it and I was so blown away I just kept hitting the repeat button over and over... You should watch the video, as well. If not for reaction, just for your own enjoyment. The images are so powerful and really back up the lyrics.
Nicely done, I thoroughly enjoyed this.
BTW, if you want to try other Disturbed songs that aren't terribly metal, perhaps try one of these. Their videos are always great, as well.
"The Light"
"Hold Onto Memories"
"A Reason To Fight"
"If I Ever Lose My Faith In You" (a cover of Sting's song)
"Uninvited Guest" (I find this song intriguing in technique.)
Even in their most metal sound, his voice effortlessly commands and leads over the top of heavy guitars and complicated drum patterns. You just never know where they're going next.
Love listening to John Henny doing a reaction because he explains what is going on and gives us an excellent understanding of how a vocalist is able to do these things with his vocals. Well done John for a great reaction and another insight as to how these vocalists are able to control there voices.
Thank you, Andy! I appreciate the kind words.
The lead singer of Disturbed is a guy called David Draiman and he was asked one time who his Rock God was and he said it was the late great Freddie Mercury.
And I think that you can see an awful lot of similarities between the former Queen frontman and Draiman's performance.
His attention to detail is just masterful and I hope that he does a lot more of these types of songs.
This song consistently makes me
cry. His voice is so beautiful.
I have watched this version literally a hundred times and many, many reactions. I loved your reaction...I really enjoy seeing someone’s surprise at his range and control while truly enjoying the experience. This has become my favorite song of all time....62 years. ❤️
If i remember correctly he was actually sick with the flu during this performance and he still nailed it. Imagine if he wasn't sick. 🤯🤯🤯
I love how you enjoy this. David is a master, a trained cantor and had some opera training and is a fantastic heavy metal singer
I really appreciated your knowledgeable review of this song, it amazes me that every element, the accompaniment, David draiman's vocal techniques, the careful emotional buildup of the song, the visual beauty of the background, but most of all the power and emotion that draiman's voice brings to this - all these parts come perfectly together to make a whole that transcends anything else I've ever heard. On this night, in this performance, David draiman and Disturbed created magic.
David is one of a kind. He is totally awesome. Well trained...
I’ve heard this song a lot both Paul Simon and disturbed, for years. I’ve also watched multiple reaction videos to this song. Your reaction video is by far my favorite. I love the way you explain his talent, because Lord knows I can’t carry a tune so it’s really nice to see someone who’s at your professional level reacting to this. Thank you for sharing.
I've been obsessed with this rendition of the song, probably listened to it 100s of times, seen every reaction to it, sends chills down my spine every time. I love the reactions where people genuinely cry over the emotions it evokes but I love your reaction, just laughing at how fucking flawless he sings.
This is the best reaction I've seen. David Draiman is a masterful vocalist.
A lot of youtubers forget most of us look for reactions to songs which are really special to us. Thank you for your respect.
John you really need to hear and react the live version of this song with Disturbed and Myles Kennedy. Myles adds to this song something very special
I’ve watched Disturbed’s version a hundred times at least on YT. Listened to it driving many more times. I’ve watched multiple reaction vids as well. This is my favorite one. First time I’ve heard he takes control of the tempo and realized how true it is!! I’ve been a HUGE metal head fan and a HUGE fan of Disturbed for 29 years. When they dropped this I was absolutely flabbergasted. I knew David D.’s voice was amazing but had no idea at how mastered he was… insane. James Hatfield, David Draiman, Phil Anselmo, and so many others whose talents are seriously overlooked by the masses due to their style of music. Thanx for a great reaction, it was genuine and love the energy!
David has amazing control over his instrument. He is a pure artist.
I almost can't believe you hadn't done this one yet! Great to see you do it, and I enjoyed your reaction and commentary. One suggestion -- have you considered backing up a little (maybe 5 seconds) when resuming the video? I've seen some other folks who do reactions do that, and it helps get back into the flow of the song, especially if you happened to stop right before an important moment. All the best.
Good suggestion. Thanks.
Knowing that you appreciate the talent it takes and watching The Joy on your face reacting is one of the best things I've seen in a long time. Thank you.
I saw them live in 2019 and when they did this sound I had goosebumps the whole time. Hearing it in person was absolutely amazing!
What gives em goosebumps is how SICK he was during this performance. He had full on flu symptoms and STILL put on this performance.
Its even more impressive if you know that he was sick that day and had problems bending his voice. Absolutely incredible
❗️I HAVE WATCHED THIS PROB ABOUT OVER 100 TIMES & IT IS SO SPECTACULAR EVERY SINGLE TIME
The way he builds the emotions is amazing! Goosebumps every time I listen to it!
This live performance was outstanding! David and the whole group hit it out of the park!
Gives me chills EVERY SINGLE TIME
Gives me chills. One of the few voices I can see in colour and feel the texture. Really hits many senses.
You can keep your fancy opera singers....give me David Draiman and his velvet voice every time 💕 💖
Haven’t stopped listening to this every day, gives me goosebumps!
I’ve watched all of these reactions on CZcams. It’s so epic. A masterclass. Love your reaction and comments. Well done mate!
There are so many great moments in this song. The octave shift at the beginning of the third verse. The drop to base with "silence like a cancer grows. The multi-coloured tones in the "take my arms" verse. The seamless shift from distortion to clear near the end (tenement halls) and that final crescendo. It was great to see you react so viscerally to them all.
I love your reaction. I am moved everytime I hear him sing it!!!
Loved how you enjoyed it!
Instant subscribe. Smart, knowledgeable, passionate comments. Minimal interruptions. I loved this reaction ❤
Great video John, this is my favourite cover ever. Pure goosebumps. The music video is epic too ^^
I love disturbed’s version so much. Great reaction. You should react to an all vocal group called Home Free there fantastic.
Very kool reaction, John. I’m now in the rabbit hole of watching vocal teachers reaction to this and hearing you alls knowledge of what it takes to do what he’s doing. Thanks
Your reaction to this masterpiece performance is my favorite. I’ve watched this so many times! And yes, subscribed!
you have described what I was feeling about his vocals. His talent is rare and beautiful particularly the way he goes from the most dramatic but not overly so to soft rich and quiet tones.
DAVID IS AMAZING, I HEARD HE HAS A FEVER AND COLD!!! THEY ARE AMAZING!!!
True story. He was very ill when this was taped. Amazing.
Fantastic review. I've watched a lot of reactions and yours is right up there. Top man
Absolutely loved your reaction 💗 Powerful voice.💗
I never get tired of perfection, Happy Christmas.
Best reaction I've seen yet. When I watch a true professional's face and body react so naturally and honestly, I feel... I'm almost proud of the band... hard to describe, but definitely a masterpiece
Loved your reaction, you had me smiling right along with you. You truly enjoyed it! And I am just sitting here watching because this is my all time favorite, after so many times listening I still get goosebumps.
I love seeing vocal coaches All giddy and loving the song... Not a singer or no much about music so I get giddy when I see other people getting about this song cuz I love this song
It's so addictive to watch people react
i am an old choir girl... so watching your face was just amazing... !!!! Much love baby
David gives me goosebumps every time I hear this song… all versions… so so good!!!
I love your reaction! This gives me goosebumps every time I hear it!
I never get enough of watching this song. I love this version so much. It gives me child’s every time I hear it. Love!!
One of my favorite reactions; great breakdown
This and the more recent performance Shane hawkins did with the foo fighters are two of my fav live performances. I could watch them over and over again.
I’ve loved this singer for years, now I understand why. Thank you for your insight and passion, I’ve just purchased your book in Audible format. Looking forward to augmenting my voice lessons with your teachings.
I’m a major fan of Disturbed’s Sound of Silence cover and this is the best reaction video I’ve seen. Thank you.
Never listened to disturbed b4. I'm 61 and mostly 80s techno punk but this song gave me goose bumps! Genious
Love your reaction. Great remake. Best ever ❤️
1 word I've heard over and over by people reacting to this song is "WOW"! That's how 99.9% of us feel. His voice is awe inspiring and hits your heart and soul in raw 8:06 emotion!!! THE BEST COVER OF ANY SONG EVER ❤❤❤❤
Good reaction as usual, John.
Your reaction - Perfection. There is Joy on your face; where it belongs. Rock on. 🤙🏼
Absolutely loved watching your reaction completely enjoying each note.
Have become addicted to watching reaction videos of this song, what a talent and gift to be able to evoke this kind of reaction; goosebumps and tears .. from every single person who listens to it and literally theres not a voice coach out there that doesnt react the same way! What a testament to David Draimens voice ... and to be sick while he did this live version... wow ! Awesome 🤯👏👏👏
Idk if anyone has mentioned this or not but David actually trained to be a cantor. I thought that was pretty interesting.
When Paul Simon heard David Drainmans version of this song the lead singer of disturbed.. Simon liked his singing so much he said it's yours now and passed the torch..I love this version and I once heard David trained as a cantor for temple I can believe it he's got such a rich baritone 😊
Magnificent!!!!!! He REALLY makes you FEEL it!!!
He was trained as a Cantor like his Dad and Grandfather before he found Rock 'n Roll and that was end of becoming a Cantor .
Wow never heard that b4
I've listened to so many reaction videos for this and I find one really amazing bit that nobody has ever commented on is just how easily Davis can switch from the distortion to the pure. I think this is best illustrated in the line "...the words of the prophets are written on the subway walls and tenement halls..." where he makes that instant switch between "tenement" and "halls". It's such an abrupt switch, and it always amazes me. And to think he did this amazing performance while he was pretty sick, and was still able to produce this fabulous sound.
The Charismatic Voice picked it out and explained in great detail all the different techniques David used while performing this song.
I love watching your reaction to him and his voice. The video made has so much more emotion in it leaving me speechless.
I love your reaction. I think I saw held back tears? I have tears every time I see reactions or hear this song. Welcome to the club!
man..love John. and his reactions
Thank you.
Happy holidays John.
I've been watching all the reactions to this song and this one is my favorite!! Your reaction is so great. I love seeing people amazed by how gorgeous his take on this song is. His vocals are amazing. Some people have such a blank face the entire time - and that's no fun to watch. Not just that, but his singing is so incredible, how can anyone not crack a smile or say something?? Loved your reaction, and I love this song!!!
Thank you, I’m glad you enjoyed the reaction. Yes, a fantastic vocal performance!
Give me goose bumps also! what a gift his voice is xo