**ACHIEVEMENT UNLOCKED** congratulations! You have discovered new ren friend sam tompkins 😊 lots of other collabs and busking with ren, and some beautiful solo stuff 🥹💜💜
I just saw Sam live in Seattle last night at a super small venue and he was so good. Goosebumps all night. He played a new song that he wrote about his dad who passed that he hasn't released. I can't wait for everyone to hear it! Can't wait for you to do Blind Eyed by him and Ren.
What I love about this performance Is that it is just two friends playing music together having a good time. It’s not about having a polished performance, It’s just them on the street corner. Having a great time jamming And being amazing at it!
There's a very sweet story of how Ren and Sam met. Ren was done busking one day and on his way home when he saw a 16 -year-old kid busking but not drawing a crowd. He went up to him and said that the problem was that no one could really hear him. He told him he'd have much better luck with a guitar and mic. He offered to play for him, use his mic, and let him keep all the money they made. The beginning of a beautiful friendship between the two of them. Sam's friend who was there wwith him that day was Connor Hunniset, who is now Ren's manager. Here is the link to the first time they met. th-cam.com/video/5CLas8s4u2k/w-d-xo.htmlsi=fcsTcVLW3Hz_uCOk
Fantastic reaction!!! I knew you would appreciate Sam’s voice. They pair so well together. Ren is a great collaborator - he makes sure his partner truly shines. Sam’s career took off before Ren’s did and there was no jealousy, only love and appreciation. Blind Eyed, the song they wrote together, restored Ren’s hopes that he would still be able to pursue his dreams. Ren thought the years he lost due to his illness closed that door. Little did he know!! So the Ren x Sam duo is magical on so many levels. They love each other like brothers 💕
I have been obsessed with Ren since I first saw Hi Ren about 1.75 years ago and am still awed by his talent for so many things. Even beyond his performing arts, which is beyond compare, I am awed at the way he is managing his career including the most creative Album promotion I’ve ever seen, all while battling disease and coping with ADHD, etc. And beyond his transparency, you know he’s a special human being simply by observing the love, loyalty and care of his friends, and longevity of both their friendships and working relationships. His and their whole story would make for a great, heartwarming miniseries. The way in which Sam T. and Ren met is a sweet story in itself. Someone even caught a little video of the first time they met and played together. Sam had been busking with no mic or accompaniment. Ren spotted him and offered the use of his mic, amp and accompaniment on guitar. In the video, you can watch little 16 yo Sam’s confidence building while 23 yo Ren sits behind him in his humble way just following Sam’s lead as a crowd began to form. Sam said he made more that day than ever before and was inspired to learn guitar.
@@cathywethington5913There is a short version of that video floating around online but a longer version of it can be found on Sam Tompkins’ channel. It’s one of the segments of a video named “Reacting to my old singing videos from 10 years ago”.
Sam is another Ren Friend who's solo work is well worth exploring. His song Lose It All is my favorite, but Time Will Fly is high up on the list as well. Ren and Sam created an original song together called Blind Eyed that took off online, and after that whenever they'd post where they're be busking, big crowds like this would show up. The MC Sessions version of Blind Eyed is by far the best for sound quality (but the other numerous versions are great for other reasons). HIGHLY recommend you check it out!
I'm in Brighton and had no idea this busking was happening. This and The Big Push. Completely missed it, and now I have to watch on TH-cam. Keep your eyes and ears open people, stuff is happening around you!
I love Sam and Ren together. I happen to think them performing Blinds Eyed(the "Music Crowns" sessions version) is one of the best songs ever. There is also a studio version with a video, but it sounds like a totally different song. There is ALSO a video of Blind Eyed performed by "Ren and Sam Tompkins vs Angry Car Park Attendant" that is both amazing and hilarious. While both are great versions, they have NOTHING on the Music Crowns version. So damn good.
The angry car park attendant may be one of their best songs even though it was all a live one take and Ren broke a string half way through. It's great!
@@TimWelchVocalStudio A little over a year and a half ago Sam was signed by Republic Records & has since opened for Justin Bieber on tour, completed a mini European/North American solo tour for himself and has dropped his debut album, officially charting in the US, UK & other European countries. I ❤❤❤ his single "Lose it All" especially the LIVE performance video with just him and someone playing a grand piano in an abandoned Wearhouse. The sound of his voice in that video is "PERFECTION" 🤯✌
I love your commentary on Ren's musicianship. So many reactors focus just on the vocals or the lyrics and just completely miss the nuance in the instrumental or beat.
If you hadn’t already realise when first encountering Chinchilla, Ren is a magnet for other talented artist. Understandable though. Who wouldn’t want to work with Ren if good enough to get the opportunity? Not only is Ren incredibly skilled in multiple ways, but he has a great ability to let others shine by complimenting what they do. No ego, just music. Sam definitely has that buttery smooth RnB voice. Personally though I prefer the raw and emotional qualities in Ren’s voice with all the perfect imperfections as well as the playfulness. Also his range is just stupid 😂 Ren breathes music. He not only lives for music, but is alive because music saved him. As he is now using it to save others ❤ Anyway I am still eagerly waiting for you to get to Crutch feat. Bibi for a different side of him 🐰🕳️
It fills me with some hope to see those two boys sitting right in front of 'the stage', listening to raw, real music, looking up to Ren and Sam as heroes. That was me 50 years ago. Music isn't dead, it's just waiting to be rediscovered!
I agree totally and I also want to know where they are now, did they go on to learn an instrument? etc but I also wonder if they have come across this video and realised just how many times it’s been viewed? Just cause I’m curious 👀 😊
Sam's album "hi my name is insecure" was just released #8 (In the U.K., I think). If you want to have some fun and see what it's like shooting guerilla music videos, check out "Ren & Sam Tompkins - Blind Eyed Ft. Angry Car Park Attendant". They power through and it's musically fantastic. Ren has an Angry Car Park Attendant plushie in his merch store. Sam's video for "Time Will Fly" is both a great song and includes some footage of him growing up that includes footage of the day Ren saw a kid busking alone and offered to sit in - the start of a long time friendship and collaboration. Another of my favorites is Sam's "Lose It All (Live)" - just Sam and a pianist in a warehouse. His song "Hero" is already heart wrenching, but there are two versions I recommend - the official video is great and maybe should be seen before seeing "Hero (Live from Hammersmith Apollo)". If the first one doesn't leave you in tears, I assure you, the second one will.
Don’t apologize, wow is right. I love the sparkle in your eyes and the enjoyment watching them. In the guitar solo Ren got transported to a different dimension. They are so amazing!! Great reaction Tim❤
Sam is absolutely amazing. Not necessarily my type of music, but his voice is just beyond. Keep listening to a Ren, and you will keep finding new artists to love.
And on that note, I would love to see you react to Dirt Miller (not a previous Ren collab, but a Ren shoutout as an artist who deserves a much larger audience). I'll call him.... unusual. I think people either get him or don't and there might not be much in between... but I think he's great.
Ren paid his dues on those streets from the age of 15, fearlessly entertaining those who would listen. Ren discovered Sam singing acapella on the streets and invited him to use his mic and played for him. Sam was only 16. Sam has become famous in the UK in his own right. You should check out his solo work.
This was an awesome breakdown, Tim! Sam is a talented little bugger and he has a beautiful voice. I would love to see you react to Ren busking with The Big Push doing Wade in the Water/Nina Simone/Trouble So Hard. Blues bliss!
You’re my new favorite vocal coach reactor. I really like the technical aspects you point out without getting lost in the details. And, of course, I love how talented you think REN and his friends are 😊
Interesting to know, Ren talks about using "flow state" when performing which is obvious here (watch when he closes his eyes while playing, etc.) But also, this particular time period is when he had just gotten a second chance at life and music which he never thought would happen again. So art for art's sake only is on full display here. ❤️❤️❤️
Ren rolled up on Sam singing in Brighton on his own, no mic, no amp. Ren offered his mic and amp and a friendship was born. Sam has opened for Justin Bieber and some other acts. The Ren Sam dynamic duo is a joy to behold. Blind Eyed is a treat. Can't wait until you uncover that one.
If you want to see Ren being playful with his voice, you should check out "Ren ~ Spontaneous Stream Jam" on Hexenkind1's channel. Ren was livestreaming on twitch, and toward the end, he sang for a bit. It was unplanned, and organic. This video is an excerpt of just the singing portion. It's not quite 15 minutes long. Well worth a view.
This angel is one of the best singers (incredible extremely low vocal, dramatic contralto + polyphonic voice) in the world! Diana Ankudinova I was stunned to find that the first performance (Show "You are Super") I heard was when she was 14!!!! She's now 21 (turned 31st May) and still developing. She sings in Russian, French, English, German, Spanish and Arabic. The covers she performed on that show are very popular on TH-cam. Many TH-camrs publish reactions on these performances, which include "Oh,Darling" (❗10 y.o.), "California Dreamin' " , "Sweet Dreams" (all 19 y.o.), "Can't Help Falling In Love", "Crow", "Personal Jesus" (all 18 y.o.), "Wicked Game", "Human" (15 y.o.), "Derniere Danse", "It's a Man's Man's Man's World" (14 y.o.), "Take On Me" (17 y.o.) , film soundtrack to Dune, James Bond, Spirit of Baikal (all 20 y.o) and others.
OMG I would have paid $20 to watch this reaction. But I didn’t have to! Made my day, I LOVE your channel!! And there’s a Tshirt slogan in every reaction. Extra vibratory surfaces. 😂
It’s just so lovely thank you to have this world that is like a tree with branches that all lead back to Ren … they are all beautiful humans, entertainers and musicians individually as well as collaborators with Ren. It’s really quite magical.. thanks for the react… 🫶🏻
You took my advice and played this video; I knew you would love it. My other recommendations for Sam and Ren is "Blind Eye" the MC Sessions (I like this one over the live version) I think there would be more to analyze vocally than the street busking one. For Sam by himself, I think you would love "Lose it All" (live). Just him and a piano player. Enjoy.
❤❤❤ ok so this song im attaching is an amazing song you HAVE TO DO. Ren was 19 now hes 34. It is a song he wrote during a time he was severely sick you can see bc how he looks, but the song was ask4d to be in a movie which it is. Anyway about 1 yr ago this man reached out to Ren and told him he was dying from lukemia and he wanted to play the song at his funeral but didn't know how to edit the beginning out and Ren did it all for him and sent it to him. 😢 Anyway here i am all teary eyed again about how Ren is such a beautiful soul. th-cam.com/video/284ugnS_ruQ/w-d-xo.htmlsi=5Ysk0wU9IBWe8Drt
Oh this song is one of my favorites. Was this was around the time when he made the video blog when he was so thin, frail and in tears .. it makes me cry every time.. it hurts my heart seeing him so sick, vulnerable and frail. Makes me wish I could hug that baby Ren and comfort him. ❤❤
I originally saw him play this in the documentary he wrote it for and that was my first introduction to him. As someone who also exists (but doesn't really live) with an invisible auto-immune condition, the documentary felt so personal and I immediately went online to try to find out more about this young sick musician. Years later, as an incredible fan of Rens still, I cry absolutely every time I hear or watch this song. Even after dozens of times experiencing it. He really is something else isn't he. ❤
I saw you finally got to this song and was instantly smiling. Sam Tompkins is literally one of the best vocalists currently in the game. The fact him and Ren are like brothers is just wild. When you do Blind Eye which is their own song you’ll really see Tompkins talent and their vibe .Great reaction !!
WOWOW 😅 I love how you pick out minutiae that I would I never have spotted- but I sooo appreciate it so much. Great reaction- I can’t believe this is live on the street!! ❤❤
A great Sam and Ren video is "Ren & Sam Tompkins - Blind Eyed Ft. Angry Car Park Attendant" - it's live, and gritty with a couple of mishaps, but also the best version of their original song that I've heard. Definitely worth checking out.
Hi Tim, I just found your channel today through your Chappell Roan reactions and I absolutely love your breakdown videos. I've been binging them for the last few hours and am learning so much about how to listen for and appreciate different types of vocal technique and color. I also love that it's very apparent that you're so passionate about singers (and all the other musicians) as human beings, that you highlight and celebrate everyone in the band and are genuinely enjoying the performance. My favorite song by Chappell is by far "California", I really gravitate to super emotional songs that can make me cry and feel all the feelings. On that note, I'd love if you could check out (and maybe do a reaction) to Jorgen Dahl Moe's cover of "Dancing in the Dark" by Springsteen that he performed on the Norwegian version of The Voice. I don't know what it is about his performance that makes me cry every time, and I'd love to hear your take on it. Thank you so much!
Love your reaction!! I'm glad you mentioned maxwell. That is one of my favorite songs.. .❤ I'm glad to see the growth in your channel... Great to see us renegades come out in full force..❤ the channel is amazing! And I'm glad to be part of the community..😊
I’ve been very impressed with your channel and watched all the content but was secretly waiting for this gem of a reaction. Thank you for giving us your thoughts and impressions of our two favourite buskers. Both are headed for the big time!
I adore your reactions, Tim. It’s so much fun to watch you get as excited about Ren & friends as I do. I was fading so quickly when I discovered Ren almost two years ago. I’ve been sick for twenty. He keeps me fighting. I don’t want to miss out on what’s to come. He has so much yet to mesmerize us with! Thanks💯😉💙✌️
Yaaaayyyyy! I love Ren and Sam together, and this performance is such a fun one. Ren always seems to enjoy letting whomever he's performing with truly shine, and this is a great example of that. Someone probably already commented this, but Ren was walking home one day and passed Sam, who was busking with no mike. Ren stopped and loaned Sam his mike, and then hung out to watch Sam have a lot more success that evening. Ren described hearing Sam's "angelic voice," and a great friendship was born! Ren and Sam have done a lot of amazing music together. Sam's album "Hi, My Name is Insecure" charted at number 8 when he released it in August this year. I'm sure Ren is so proud of him!
I first learned about Ren through a "Hi Ren" reaction video in my Instagram feed only three weeks ago. I was more than blown away. I am also new to reaction videos. I was pleasantly surprised to see Ren's music analyzed by people from all walks of life. I had NO IDEA this universe existed. I am running down the Ren rabbit hole and appreciate this genre of reaction videos. Thank you.
You're going to love Sam too!!! It is simply amazing to think about how talented all this group of friends are! Im sure I have made another comment on one of your videos and I was saying how good all of them were, and thanking you for the technical explanations that add a lot to someone like me who loves music but has no idea about how to make it! We also love authenticity and real humans being humans, that's why all of them are becoming more and more popular because they are all incredibly real and vulnerable in their creative processes!
You really need to check out Ren & Sam Tompkins doing blind eyed- there's a few different versions of it on YT but they're all worth watching th... I promise you'll enjoy it. If not I guarantee a full refund! 😊
Well done on finding Sam! I’m one of the few who found Ren via Sam rather than the other way around. Met him at an album signing and he’s an extremely humble man. Check out all of these: Lose it all (live) Time will fly Hero (live at the Apollo)… bring tissues for this one. I was there, the whole place cried! Great work on the reactions
Wow Works splendidly. A singularly simple way to express appreciating tremendous talent. Loved, loved your reaction. So glad Ren brought me here & Glad I subbed✌️
Love this video 💚 must have watched it a hundred times (maybe a slight exaggeration) pure brilliance 🧡 thanku for your reaction... was great... 😀 and if you notice in the background leaning up against the door is a green wheelbarrow that they cart their gear about in ... 😂
if you want the besst sam and Ren there is only one clear song! try Blind eyed but it must be the MC SESSIONS verison! very important, hugs all around cant wait to see more
I love your reactions! You are so detailed in your analysis, and genuinely moved by talent and music in general, and of course I love that you have actually becomed a Ren & friends fan as so much of us! You are great!
I agree that the next Ren and Sam to hear is Blind Eyed - Music Grounds version. For solo Sam I recommend Lose It All live - it’s crazy. And if you like looping I REALLY recommend reacting to Reggie Watts (very different but absolutely brilliant) a good place to start is his TED Talk.
I have to be honest, I don't always listen all the way to the end of reaction videos - except yours. I find myself so interested in your analysis that I almost always listen to the very end! You do a great job of capturing and keeping my attention!
Great reaction and breakdown as usual. Imagine living in Briton when Ren and Sam and The Big Push were out playing in the streets. Ren singing A Man's World made me love a song I've always hated I'm so glad that you're telling people that they can learn to sing. As a girl I was just told I couldn't and that was that. Listen though, I've always sounded pretty great in the car on long road trips by myself. 😂😂😂😂 Love your channel❤❤❤❤❤
There’s a short on Sam’s channel with the writing “ 20 years old “ that is a time lapse of him singing from the age of 15 to now ( or about a year ago). It isn’t nearly long enough but you can hear the growth and evolution. And I can’t even begin with Ren! He’s a problem 😂😂 * My favorite part is when then come in together for that harmony…pure joy.
I'm learning so much by listening to you break down things you know about music and performance. You're such an informative reactor, and I LOVE it! Thank you so much for your time and knowledge.
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**ACHIEVEMENT UNLOCKED** congratulations! You have discovered new ren friend sam tompkins 😊 lots of other collabs and busking with ren, and some beautiful solo stuff 🥹💜💜
I just saw Sam live in Seattle last night at a super small venue and he was so good. Goosebumps all night. He played a new song that he wrote about his dad who passed that he hasn't released. I can't wait for everyone to hear it! Can't wait for you to do Blind Eyed by him and Ren.
Oh and Sam is signed and getting big in the UK but not as well known here in the states....yet
Incredible you got to see him Live!
So cool that you got to see him! Ironically, I was just flying back to Seattle from Europe and had to miss it.
I will see him soon in Germany and I'm sooo excited ❤❤
I love this performance! I swear towards the end, Ren is just in space. Musical astronaut!!
What I love about this performance Is that it is just two friends playing music together having a good time. It’s not about having a polished performance, It’s just them on the street corner. Having a great time jamming And being amazing at it!
Yeah when these two get together it's 🌟 MAGIC 🌟
There's a very sweet story of how Ren and Sam met. Ren was done busking one day and on his way home when he saw a 16 -year-old kid busking but not drawing a crowd. He went up to him and said that the problem was that no one could really hear him. He told him he'd have much better luck with a guitar and mic. He offered to play for him, use his mic, and let him keep all the money they made. The beginning of a beautiful friendship between the two of them. Sam's friend who was there wwith him that day was Connor Hunniset, who is now Ren's manager. Here is the link to the first time they met.
th-cam.com/video/5CLas8s4u2k/w-d-xo.htmlsi=fcsTcVLW3Hz_uCOk
Love it thanks!
Thank you so so much for the link .It was awesome, A great share✌️
Beautiful. Thanks
I can’t wait for you to hear the Ren and Sam song “blind eyed” - the music crowns version is the best performance sound wise. It’s soooo good!!
Great minds think alike indeed. I posted a comment that is damn near identical to your lol. Such an amazing tune.
@@scottallmond968 I agree it is one of my favorites!!!!❤️
My favorite is the ft. Car Park Attendant. It’s just so much fun.
The MC Sessions version is near perfection. The studio version has grown on me and the one ft angry car park attendant is a good laugh :)
The wheelbarrow in the background is how they transport their equipment.
To me Sams voice is near perfection but Rens voice is captivating.
Fantastic reaction!!! I knew you would appreciate Sam’s voice. They pair so well together. Ren is a great collaborator - he makes sure his partner truly shines.
Sam’s career took off before Ren’s did and there was no jealousy, only love and appreciation. Blind Eyed, the song they wrote together, restored Ren’s hopes that he would still be able to pursue his dreams. Ren thought the years he lost due to his illness closed that door. Little did he know!!
So the Ren x Sam duo is magical on so many levels. They love each other like brothers 💕
Sam Thompkins signed a record deal with Island Records. He's currently on tour.
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I have been obsessed with Ren since I first saw Hi Ren about 1.75 years ago and am still awed by his talent for so many things. Even beyond his performing arts, which is beyond compare, I am awed at the way he is managing his career including the most creative Album promotion I’ve ever seen, all while battling disease and coping with ADHD, etc.
And beyond his transparency, you know he’s a special human being simply by observing the love, loyalty and care of his friends, and longevity of both their friendships and working relationships. His and their whole story would make for a great, heartwarming miniseries.
The way in which Sam T. and Ren met is a sweet story in itself. Someone even caught a little video of the first time they met and played together. Sam had been busking with no mic or accompaniment. Ren spotted him and offered the use of his mic, amp and accompaniment on guitar. In the video, you can watch little 16 yo Sam’s confidence building while 23 yo Ren sits behind him in his humble way just following Sam’s lead as a crowd began to form. Sam said he made more that day than ever before and was inspired to learn guitar.
I'd heard this story before but didn't know there was a video of that first time. Cool
@@cathywethington5913There is a short version of that video floating around online but a longer version of it can be found on Sam Tompkins’ channel. It’s one of the segments of a video named “Reacting to my old singing videos from 10 years ago”.
@@Colleen_OH Thanks😊
Yes! 💛🙏🏼✨
@@Colleen_OHwhat makes it even sweeter is that Ren had decided to go home for the day as he wasn't feeling well, he saw Sam & still offered to help.
Sam is another Ren Friend who's solo work is well worth exploring. His song Lose It All is my favorite, but Time Will Fly is high up on the list as well.
Ren and Sam created an original song together called Blind Eyed that took off online, and after that whenever they'd post where they're be busking, big crowds like this would show up. The MC Sessions version of Blind Eyed is by far the best for sound quality (but the other numerous versions are great for other reasons). HIGHLY recommend you check it out!
I'm in Brighton and had no idea this busking was happening. This and The Big Push. Completely missed it, and now I have to watch on TH-cam. Keep your eyes and ears open people, stuff is happening around you!
Me too!! Lived there for 25 years, so the whole time this was going on but avoided the city at the weekend because of all the tourists 😂
@@LuluThinking I mean, life in Brighton is pretty damn good, Ren or not.
I love Sam and Ren together. I happen to think them performing Blinds Eyed(the "Music Crowns" sessions version) is one of the best songs ever. There is also a studio version with a video, but it sounds like a totally different song. There is ALSO a video of Blind Eyed performed by "Ren and Sam Tompkins vs Angry Car Park Attendant" that is both amazing and hilarious. While both are great versions, they have NOTHING on the Music Crowns version. So damn good.
The angry car park attendant may be one of their best songs even though it was all a live one take and Ren broke a string half way through. It's great!
You're smile kind of says it all . See you in 92 minutes ❤
lol, truth! 💛✨🙏🏼
I was thinking the same thing! 💖
@@TimWelchVocalStudio A little over a year and a half ago Sam was signed by Republic Records & has since opened for Justin Bieber on tour, completed a mini European/North American solo tour for himself and has dropped his debut album, officially charting in the US, UK & other European countries. I ❤❤❤ his single "Lose it All" especially the LIVE performance video with just him and someone playing a grand piano in an abandoned Wearhouse. The sound of his voice in that video is "PERFECTION" 🤯✌
I love your commentary on Ren's musicianship. So many reactors focus just on the vocals or the lyrics and just completely miss the nuance in the instrumental or beat.
If you hadn’t already realise when first encountering Chinchilla, Ren is a magnet for other talented artist. Understandable though. Who wouldn’t want to work with Ren if good enough to get the opportunity? Not only is Ren incredibly skilled in multiple ways, but he has a great ability to let others shine by complimenting what they do. No ego, just music.
Sam definitely has that buttery smooth RnB voice. Personally though I prefer the raw and emotional qualities in Ren’s voice with all the perfect imperfections as well as the playfulness. Also his range is just stupid 😂 Ren breathes music. He not only lives for music, but is alive because music saved him. As he is now using it to save others ❤
Anyway I am still eagerly waiting for you to get to Crutch feat. Bibi for a different side of him 🐰🕳️
It fills me with some hope to see those two boys sitting right in front of 'the stage', listening to raw, real music, looking up to Ren and Sam as heroes.
That was me 50 years ago. Music isn't dead, it's just waiting to be rediscovered!
I agree totally and I also want to know where they are now, did they go on to learn an instrument? etc but I also wonder if they have come across this video and realised just how many times it’s been viewed? Just cause I’m curious 👀 😊
Sam's album "hi my name is insecure" was just released #8 (In the U.K., I think). If you want to have some fun and see what it's like shooting guerilla music videos, check out "Ren & Sam Tompkins - Blind Eyed Ft. Angry Car Park Attendant". They power through and it's musically fantastic. Ren has an Angry Car Park Attendant plushie in his merch store.
Sam's video for "Time Will Fly" is both a great song and includes some footage of him growing up that includes footage of the day Ren saw a kid busking alone and offered to sit in - the start of a long time friendship and collaboration.
Another of my favorites is Sam's "Lose It All (Live)" - just Sam and a pianist in a warehouse.
His song "Hero" is already heart wrenching, but there are two versions I recommend - the official video is great and maybe should be seen before seeing "Hero (Live from Hammersmith Apollo)". If the first one doesn't leave you in tears, I assure you, the second one will.
Don’t apologize, wow is right. I love the sparkle in your eyes and the enjoyment watching them. In the guitar solo Ren got transported to a different dimension. They are so amazing!! Great reaction Tim❤
I was going to say the same thing, don’t apologise! His enthusiasm is infectious and endearing
The wheelbarrow in the background tells you just how dedicated Ren and Sam are to their music. ♥
Sam is absolutely amazing. Not necessarily my type of music, but his voice is just beyond. Keep listening to a Ren, and you will keep finding new artists to love.
And on that note, I would love to see you react to Dirt Miller (not a previous Ren collab, but a Ren shoutout as an artist who deserves a much larger audience). I'll call him.... unusual. I think people either get him or don't and there might not be much in between... but I think he's great.
Ren paid his dues on those streets from the age of 15, fearlessly entertaining those who would listen. Ren discovered Sam singing acapella on the streets and invited him to use his mic and played for him. Sam was only 16. Sam has become famous in the UK in his own right. You should check out his solo work.
This was an awesome breakdown, Tim! Sam is a talented little bugger and he has a beautiful voice. I would love to see you react to Ren busking with The Big Push doing Wade in the Water/Nina Simone/Trouble So Hard. Blues bliss!
Whenever I'm craving some goosebumps, I watch this video and wait for Ren to show up with that "it's a maaaaaaaaaaaaaaan's world" bit...
Yep🫠🥰
The vocal gymnastics in this is AMAZING.
My favorite part is when they sing together.
I knew that you would LOVE this.
You’re my new favorite vocal coach reactor. I really like the technical aspects you point out without getting lost in the details. And, of course, I love how talented you think REN and his friends are 😊
I appreciate that! ✨🙏🏼
Interesting to know, Ren talks about using "flow state" when performing which is obvious here (watch when he closes his eyes while playing, etc.) But also, this particular time period is when he had just gotten a second chance at life and music which he never thought would happen again. So art for art's sake only is on full display here. ❤️❤️❤️
Ren rolled up on Sam singing in Brighton on his own, no mic, no amp. Ren offered his mic and amp and a friendship was born. Sam has opened for Justin Bieber and some other acts. The Ren Sam dynamic duo is a joy to behold. Blind Eyed is a treat. Can't wait until you uncover that one.
Here to see your mind be 🤯 lol
Get ready! Still picking up the pieces of it. 🤯 lol.
Just when you think you've seen all sides of Ren...you realize he's a dodecahedron.
Just wait till you get to Sam's solo stuff. Mind blowing indeed!!
Man, I love Sam Tomkins and Ren. Now I just want to go watch more of them for the rest of the day haha
I think “Time will fly” by Sam Tompkins is my favorite, and you see a little footage of young Sam and Ren when they first met.
If you want to see Ren being playful with his voice, you should check out "Ren ~ Spontaneous Stream Jam" on Hexenkind1's channel. Ren was livestreaming on twitch, and toward the end, he sang for a bit. It was unplanned, and organic. This video is an excerpt of just the singing portion. It's not quite 15 minutes long. Well worth a view.
@@sharoncarlisle9453 Yes!
Blind Eyed, MC session is great to watch too. It’s a live session
So many lucky passers by on this one - would love to have seen a few of their busking sessions
Loved this, thank you Tim! ❤ You have such a treat in store with all things Sam now that you have unlocked a new RenFriend!
So glad!
This angel is one of the best singers (incredible extremely low vocal, dramatic contralto + polyphonic voice) in the world!
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I was stunned to find that the first performance (Show "You are Super") I heard was when she was 14!!!!
She's now 21 (turned 31st May) and still developing. She sings in Russian, French, English, German, Spanish and Arabic.
The covers she performed on that show are very popular on TH-cam. Many TH-camrs publish reactions on these performances, which include "Oh,Darling" (❗10 y.o.), "California Dreamin' " , "Sweet Dreams" (all 19 y.o.), "Can't Help Falling In Love", "Crow", "Personal Jesus" (all 18 y.o.), "Wicked Game", "Human" (15 y.o.), "Derniere Danse", "It's a Man's Man's Man's World" (14 y.o.), "Take On Me" (17 y.o.) , film soundtrack to Dune, James Bond, Spirit of Baikal (all 20 y.o) and others.
OMG I would have paid $20 to watch this reaction. But I didn’t have to! Made my day, I LOVE your channel!! And there’s a Tshirt slogan in every reaction. Extra vibratory surfaces. 😂
lol! Yes. 😂 thanks! 🙏🏼
It’s just so lovely thank you to have this world that is like a tree with branches that all lead back to Ren … they are all beautiful humans, entertainers and musicians individually as well as collaborators with Ren. It’s really quite magical.. thanks for the react… 🫶🏻
You took my advice and played this video; I knew you would love it. My other recommendations for Sam and Ren is "Blind Eye" the MC Sessions (I like this one over the live version) I think there would be more to analyze vocally than the street busking one. For Sam by himself, I think you would love "Lose it All" (live). Just him and a piano player. Enjoy.
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Great reaction❤🔥I hope you have Ren and Sam Tompkins doing Blind Eyed - The MC Session video on your list!!!😎
Came and subbed for the Ren reactions !
More to come!
❤❤❤ ok so this song im attaching is an amazing song you HAVE TO DO. Ren was 19 now hes 34. It is a song he wrote during a time he was severely sick you can see bc how he looks, but the song was ask4d to be in a movie which it is. Anyway about 1 yr ago this man reached out to Ren and told him he was dying from lukemia and he wanted to play the song at his funeral but didn't know how to edit the beginning out and Ren did it all for him and sent it to him. 😢 Anyway here i am all teary eyed again about how Ren is such a beautiful soul.
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Oh this song is one of my favorites. Was this was around the time when he made the video blog when he was so thin, frail and in tears .. it makes me cry every time.. it hurts my heart seeing him so sick, vulnerable and frail. Makes me wish I could hug that baby Ren and comfort him. ❤❤
I originally saw him play this in the documentary he wrote it for and that was my first introduction to him. As someone who also exists (but doesn't really live) with an invisible auto-immune condition, the documentary felt so personal and I immediately went online to try to find out more about this young sick musician. Years later, as an incredible fan of Rens still, I cry absolutely every time I hear or watch this song. Even after dozens of times experiencing it. He really is something else isn't he. ❤
That is so beautiful! Ren is amazing😢
@@katebuss742 sending you big squishy hugs for days you feel alone my friend! ❤️
Oh. My. God. This is gonna be *SO* good. 🍿
I love it every time when a reactor says wow. You are not the only one but your wows are by far not the most.
The fun part of the busking videos is the experimentation, every time it's unique.
I saw you finally got to this song and was instantly smiling. Sam Tompkins is literally one of the best vocalists currently in the game. The fact him and Ren are like brothers is just wild. When you do Blind Eye which is their own song you’ll really see Tompkins talent and their vibe .Great reaction !!
Everything Ren that is busking is Grammy worthy.
Change my mind.
Do the Big push everything they have.
REN is chameleon with his voice.
Brilliance from the two of them throughout. And that Eddie Hazel meets Prince guitar work at the end kills me every time.
WOWOW 😅
I love how you pick out minutiae that I would I never have spotted- but I sooo appreciate it so much.
Great reaction- I can’t believe this is live on the street!! ❤❤
A Rensday is best day of the week and what alot of reactors do. Blind eye with Sam and Ren video or live busking are both good choices.
Just what I need right now to lift my spirits ❤
A great Sam and Ren video is "Ren & Sam Tompkins - Blind Eyed Ft. Angry Car Park Attendant" - it's live, and gritty with a couple of mishaps, but also the best version of their original song that I've heard. Definitely worth checking out.
Hi Tim, I just found your channel today through your Chappell Roan reactions and I absolutely love your breakdown videos. I've been binging them for the last few hours and am learning so much about how to listen for and appreciate different types of vocal technique and color. I also love that it's very apparent that you're so passionate about singers (and all the other musicians) as human beings, that you highlight and celebrate everyone in the band and are genuinely enjoying the performance. My favorite song by Chappell is by far "California", I really gravitate to super emotional songs that can make me cry and feel all the feelings. On that note, I'd love if you could check out (and maybe do a reaction) to Jorgen Dahl Moe's cover of "Dancing in the Dark" by Springsteen that he performed on the Norwegian version of The Voice. I don't know what it is about his performance that makes me cry every time, and I'd love to hear your take on it.
Thank you so much!
I appreciate this comment. Thanks so much! I’ll check it out. 💛✨🙏🏼
WOW what a reaction! Sam does a brilliant track " Time Flies " with some amazing footage of him and Ren as kids!
Even though Ren looked very young in the video where they first met, he was in his early 20s. He is 7 years older than Sam.
Wow!! Thank you for yet another awesome reaction!!👏 🔥 🙌 I knew you would love this one!❤
OMG,I absolutely love these 2 EPIC artists!!!!!!😀🫶💖💖🫂🫂💎💎🔮🔮
Love your reaction!! I'm glad you mentioned maxwell. That is one of my favorite songs.. .❤ I'm glad to see the growth in your channel... Great to see us renegades come out in full force..❤ the channel is amazing! And I'm glad to be part of the community..😊
I appreciate that! It is exciting, I love the community. Great having you here with me! 💛✨🙌🏼🔥
Lose it all by Sam Is a must hear/watch.
I’ve been very impressed with your channel and watched all the content but was secretly waiting for this gem of a reaction. Thank you for giving us your thoughts and impressions of our two favourite buskers. Both are headed for the big time!
Thank you, and I agree!
Not sure how I ever missed this video. So glad you brought it to light. Love your reaction as always, learn so much. thank you for sharing.
I adore your reactions, Tim. It’s so much fun to watch you get as excited about Ren & friends as I do. I was fading so quickly when I discovered Ren almost two years ago. I’ve been sick for twenty. He keeps me fighting. I don’t want to miss out on what’s to come. He has so much yet to mesmerize us with! Thanks💯😉💙✌️
Keep fighting, sending love! 💛✨🙏🏼
Yaaaayyyyy! I love Ren and Sam together, and this performance is such a fun one. Ren always seems to enjoy letting whomever he's performing with truly shine, and this is a great example of that. Someone probably already commented this, but Ren was walking home one day and passed Sam, who was busking with no mike. Ren stopped and loaned Sam his mike, and then hung out to watch Sam have a lot more success that evening. Ren described hearing Sam's "angelic voice," and a great friendship was born! Ren and Sam have done a lot of amazing music together. Sam's album "Hi, My Name is Insecure" charted at number 8 when he released it in August this year. I'm sure Ren is so proud of him!
I’m gonna have to check out Sam‘s album for sure.
Oh Tim, Any wait for Sam’s Lose it All Live reaction ❤❤👍🔥🇬🇧
I first learned about Ren through a "Hi Ren" reaction video in my Instagram feed only three weeks ago. I was more than blown away. I am also new to reaction videos. I was pleasantly surprised to see Ren's music analyzed by people from all walks of life. I had NO IDEA this universe existed. I am running down the Ren rabbit hole and appreciate this genre of reaction videos. Thank you.
That's awesome! 💛🙏🏼✨ welcome.
Have you ever checked out Sam Ryder? He's another one with great versatility. Maybe his tiktok compilation?
You're going to love Sam too!!! It is simply amazing to think about how talented all this group of friends are! Im sure I have made another comment on one of your videos and I was saying how good all of them were, and thanking you for the technical explanations that add a lot to someone like me who loves music but has no idea about how to make it! We also love authenticity and real humans being humans, that's why all of them are becoming more and more popular because they are all incredibly real and vulnerable in their creative processes!
Yes, thanks! I can’t wait to get back to Sam
Ren and his busking day's, beautiful, did I not already comment, talent attracts talent.
You really need to check out Ren & Sam Tompkins doing blind eyed- there's a few different versions of it on YT but they're all worth watching th... I promise you'll enjoy it. If not I guarantee a full refund! 😊
I second this. The M.C sessions is my favorite version, posted by music crowns 👑
Once again, great minds thinking alike. There are two other comments like this one, mine being one of them, lol. Great song!
@@scottallmond968 Great minds Scott!!!
Ahhh man, my boss is taking us to lunch and I might not be back for the premiere. Can't wait to watch the reaction though 🧡🧡
Well done on finding Sam! I’m one of the few who found Ren via Sam rather than the other way around. Met him at an album signing and he’s an extremely humble man.
Check out all of these:
Lose it all (live)
Time will fly
Hero (live at the Apollo)… bring tissues for this one. I was there, the whole place cried!
Great work on the reactions
Awesome, thanks!
More goosebumps and wows to come 🎉 Great reaction again
Wow Works splendidly.
A singularly simple way to express appreciating tremendous talent. Loved, loved your reaction. So glad Ren brought me here & Glad I subbed✌️
Thanks! Great to have you here with me. 💛✨🙏🏼
Love this video 💚 must have watched it a hundred times (maybe a slight exaggeration) pure brilliance 🧡 thanku for your reaction... was great... 😀
and if you notice in the background leaning up against the door is a green wheelbarrow that they cart their gear about in ... 😂
Sam is absolutely BEAUTIFUL! The way he hits those highs sounds so unbelievably effortless. Sexy smexy - all day long!
Yes!
Omg gives me goosebumps absolutely love these guys, awesome ❤❤❤
if you want the besst sam and Ren there is only one clear song! try Blind eyed but it must be the MC SESSIONS verison! very important, hugs all around cant wait to see more
Great reaction and breakdown. Looking forward to more Ren on Thursdays. Thanks Tim! ❤
I love your reactions! You are so detailed in your analysis, and genuinely moved by talent and music in general, and of course I love that you have actually becomed a Ren & friends fan as so much of us! You are great!
Thank you so much!!
Renegade Vocal Coach! Love it! Can't wait for you to experience these two on Blind Eyed. I think you'll love the range they both display.
Can't wait!
I agree that the next Ren and Sam to hear is Blind Eyed - Music Grounds version. For solo Sam I recommend Lose It All live - it’s crazy. And if you like looping I REALLY recommend reacting to Reggie Watts (very different but absolutely brilliant) a good place to start is his TED Talk.
I have to be honest, I don't always listen all the way to the end of reaction videos - except yours. I find myself so interested in your analysis that I almost always listen to the very end! You do a great job of capturing and keeping my attention!
I appreciate that! 💛✨🙏🏼
Great reaction, loved it, thank you Sir 🙏🐊❤️🦉👍
12 years ago or more I have discovered Ren and it was this video :)
Great reaction and breakdown as usual. Imagine living in Briton when Ren and Sam and The Big Push were out playing in the streets. Ren singing A Man's World made me love a song I've always hated
I'm so glad that you're telling people that they can learn to sing. As a girl I was just told I couldn't and that was that. Listen though, I've always sounded pretty great in the car on long road trips by myself. 😂😂😂😂
Love your channel❤❤❤❤❤
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It's hard to imagine hearing them and just walking on by without stopping to witness this greatness.
I love Sam! I got his new Vinyl Album called "Hi, My name is insecure". I love Sam's voice!❤
Sam Tompkins is amazing and it’s a beautiful story how they met.
Thank you Tim was so looking forward to you reacting to this one ❤❤
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Awesome reaction/breakdown again Tim 👏👏👏 aren’t they magic together ❤
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I wish I was there live. What an experience that would have been.
Thank you for introducing me to Ren Tim, I love your reactions ❤
Ah! My pleasure, he’s amazing!
@TimWelchVocalStudio he is very special indeed
Love your reactions to Ren videos. Appreciate ya.
Thanks Kevin. 👊🏼🔥
There’s a short on Sam’s channel with the writing “ 20 years old “ that is a time lapse of him singing from the age of 15 to now ( or about a year ago). It isn’t nearly long enough but you can hear the growth and evolution. And I can’t even begin with Ren! He’s a problem 😂😂
* My favorite part is when then come in together for that harmony…pure joy.
Great reaction. Thank you 😊
So excited for this one!
I'm learning so much by listening to you break down things you know about music and performance. You're such an informative reactor, and I LOVE it! Thank you so much for your time and knowledge.
I appreciate that!
I’m never falling out of love with either of them❤❤