th-cam.com/video/foSkPjvuRv0/w-d-xo.html This is “in this river” live by black label society. It was written by zakk wylde after his childhood best friend dime bag Darrell from Pantera was killed on stage. Much of the live version is guitar solo but the parts I think you would find interesting lie between 6:20 and 7:00 please check it out if you get a chance
I am a hard core metal head, but I also appreciate someone with an amazing voice. I would like to recommend an old-school love ballad, and I am putting it here in hope you will read this since this is your most recent video. One of the greatest rock ballad vocals is the song "She's Gone" by Steelheart. You can thank me later. th-cam.com/video/aJGhuD4hyag/w-d-xo.html
Excellent point. When I heard her say “At the top of his whole voice range here”, I think she still needs to see a lot more Myles Kennedy. Myles himself says he is pushing 4 octaves but seen a few breakdown analysis videos showing he has sang across 5+. Cant wait to go see him again in a few weeks now that concerts are coming back. #RockOnMyFriendsV
@DanKaschel Grow up. Men are allowed to compliment women. Nothing I said was neither agregious nor disrespectful. She is, in fact, a beautiful woman. 😍
I felt the exact same way. With a voice so much higher pitched than David's, it would be pretty easy to upstage David (not saying that David's voice isn't amazing, but higher tones are more noticeable)
To hear what Myles really is capable of you should check out "Words Darker Than Their Wings" from Alter Bridge in the Royal Albert Hall and "Blackbird Live From Amsterdam", they are essential to listen to.
I love the way she becomes a part of the performance, a part of the song, in this video…it’s almost orgasmic in some respects. I really like the way she interprets both singers voices and the way in which they project their interpretation of the song. I’ll definitely be watching more of this lady’s videos…she is extremely animated and entertaining in her descriptions. Thank you.
Wow. So, for me, the S&G version feels like a hopeful warning... the Disturbed version feels like anger, bordering on rage that the warning is being ignored... but THIS, with Miles? His voice, brings a desperate frustration. So amazing. Thank you.
I totally agree with your tonal descriptions! This one somehow feels like a combination of both hope and anger - like they’re passing along a warning they ignored, and are desperately trying to convey it to others before it’s too late. It’s so moving. Simultaneously hopeful and tinged with deep regret.
Davids version of this was a masterpiece !, to add Myles Kennedy is just unbelievable ! I am shocked how much power Miles sang with !, I just loved this!
Myles has a new album out now that is pretty good. You should try and reach out to him to see if you could have him on your channel to talk vocals and singing techniques. That would definitely be an interesting conversation and he’s a super nice guy.
I was at this concert in Houston. I am a huge Alter Bridge fan and they opened for Breaking Ben and Disturbed for this one. The fact that Myles hit those notes a hour after his 8 song set is absurd to me. I had heard the disturbed cover a few times before this and was blown out of the water during this performance. I had no idea how electric, memorable and moving that performance would be. Its the best performance I have ever seen live and sent chills throughout my body almost the entire song. I believe they did it one more time at Red Rock after this. They put the Houston version on their deluxe release of that album a few months later. Incredible...
Would have been better if that rain storm didn't interrupt when the show was supposed to start, good show none the less. my fav was the star wars theme Breaking Benjamin did.
The first time I had heard the Disturbed version of this song, it came on the radio while I was driving and I had to pull into a parking lot somewhere to just sit and cry. At the time, I was losing both my mom & my wife to cancer. Disturbed’s performance with the building crescendo, combined with the sadness, anger and despair of David’s vocals carried, in a few brief moments, all of the emotions that I was feeling. With the addition of Miles’ voice in this version adding a new layer, and yet resonating with David’s vocals, it creates an extra layer of sadness, or like you said, almost an auditory teardrop, to the song at one point. But oddly, it almost made me feel a hint of hope with that addition as well. As you’ve said before, a song and especially a voice, can tell a story and make you feel what the vocalist is feeling. A performance can touch a heart and can maybe change the world, even if it’s the world of just one person when they hear it in the right place and at the right time. I’m still going to “ugly cry” every time I hear this song, but now with this version, there is a little bit of hope mixed in with those tears as well. So an enormous “Thank You” to Disturbed & Miles Kennedy for doing this video, and to you for taking us along on the journey with you as you watched it!
Their voices have the same depth on the growl, same enunciation, same power on their belted notes, and almost identical wave lengths on their vibratos. These guys need to do an entire album of songs dammit.
Even as an untrained listener, I can easily recognize and appreciate the complexity and the beauty in their harmonization. It's very cool to hear you break down all of the technical aspects of what's happening here. Awesome!
When asked about what he considered the "secret" to great vocal performances, Kennedy replied: "Dig deep into your soul and sing as if your life depends on it. Leave your mark. People react to emotion more than technique." I would add: Depth of emotion coupled with great technique produces outstanding performances.
I've probably seen this live version 100 times and never noticed Myles scaling down to the low note when David goes high @ 17:09,so freakin' brilliant.
Elizabeth, your face makes my heart smile. This cover is absolutely ridiculous. They’re both incredible vocalists on their own…this is next level!! Music is so visceral for me and you’re able to put it into words. Thank you for doing what you do!
I actually met and broke bread with David backstage at the Jäger tour in Pensacola FL. He is so soft spoken when he’s not performing. Probably to save his voice. The entire band was very easy going and eager to spend time with us fans. Great group of guys!
Even more so when its at the Kennedy Centre Honours, in front of Plant and Page. Then to top it off the President, First Lady and so many other stars. Ballsy doesn't come close!!
@@martinhopkins1672 agreed. The Kennedy Honours was one of the most amazing performances I've ever seen: in front of Plant, Page, President, First Lady AND BONHAM's son at the drums! Please make it happen Elizabeth!
Oh god yes. This was such a performance I don't think the band could believe what they were hearing... Then that reveal near the end.....tears every time
@@wolfbrother2474 And amazing. I've covered some of his harder songs and accused of not playing them note-for-note. The Lemon Song, for example, is mostly a bunch of fills, not meant to be played exactly, but audiences destroy you if you don't play it note for note.
The harmony between these two is just insane. They are both incredible and perfectly matched, it's like their voices are bouncing off of one another. This is why live performances are so important because you might just be lucky enough to experience a rare, unique and beautiful experience.
I have seen David’s performance quite a number of times. But this with Myles is so superior. Being a manly man, ( blessed with being well versed in cultural experiences ) this performance brings me to tears. So powerful is this rendition. So emotionally constructed. David and Myles with the great talent of Disturb’s band mates and backing orchestra, make for one incredible super powerful performance.
@@douglasernst9477 You don't have to point out you are a manly man just because you shed a few tears. Read through history and you will find great conquerors mention shedding tears during certain moments. Only a psychopath lacks enough empathy and emotion to remain dry eyed in all circumstances. A strong willed man is one who feels those emotions but carries on doing whatever he must do. That is not to say we should devolve into floods every time something upsets us of course. Most things should be be experienced with stoic calm, but we are not inhuman pieces of marble and we shouldn't think the occasional wet check means we are not men. All the best :)
@@laughingachilles well put my friend. I trust you do not find men dissolve into tears often. In this harsh world there tends to be a few moments of incredible artistic expression that deserve emotional response from all who experience it. I revel in experiencing any and all such moments of artistic beauty versus the relentless humanity versus humanity we witness daily in news these days
@@douglasernst9477 I don't know many men who cry, at least not in front of others lol. If one of my friends did that in front of me then it would likely be something truly awful had happened and I wouldn't mock them for it. The last time it happened was when a friends wife had a late term miscarriage, which I think is a more than reasonable time for a man to shed some tears. There is also a difference between tearing up when witnessing something incredible and full on crying like a child over it. For example I find myself tear up whenever I watch testimonies of men who fought in WW2 and recount the loss of their friends. It doesn't cause me to weep because I control myself, but the heroism and honour of such men is very moving.
To my shame I only recently discovered Myles and his abilities. These two together are fantastic. However, the highlight for me is yet again is how much Elizabeth 'feels' every single word and note, and gets so much pleasure from listening people perform, whatever the music style.
If you do not experience a vestigial reflex to this song, then my heart truly weeps for you. The raw emotion, vulnerability, and sheer intensity bestowed upon this rendition is unjustly indescribable.
Can we take a second to acknowledge that neither of these singers have nothing to prove. They don't have to impress anyone! But they both leave everything on the table to entertain the crowd! Hats off and thank you for being so devoted to your craft that you want to be the best!
I can’t recommend enough, Alter Bridge: Words Darker Than Their Wings, LIVE! There’s a note at the end that only Myles can hit. They never played the song live before, because it’s so hard to pull off, but anybody who watches it and hears that note has a strong reaction. Trust me, you can thank me later haha.
Why wouldnt other singers be able to hit that note? (I've heard it) its not THAT high that there are not a few male singers out there who can sing higher and longer notes- (Ive heard them) so they could sing it too. p.s not that he isnt a great singer - and its a great song/performance- but claiming nobody else can sing it is over the top- its not like its a G8 or something lol.
@@elevown it’s a saying; you don’t have to take it so literally. There may be a small select few with the ability to hit that note, but that doesn’t mean they can pull it off in the same manner. A guitarist can look up the tablature of a song and learn to hit the right notes at the right time, but it won’t have the same sound, emotion or impact as when (let’s say) Steve Vai plays the same notes in the song. Myles was also sick during that performance, which makes it that much more impressive.
There is one song that Disturbed has covered that I find powerful and "Disturbing", Have you heard Disturbed's cover of the classic Genesis song "Land of Confusion"?
Disturbed’s covers have become something I actually LOOK for whenever they release new albums. Also, check out Draiman and Lizzy Hale covering Lita Ford’s “Close My Eyes Forever” (when Draiman did that side project “Device”)
I got to experience Myles live at the Gypsy Tea Room in Deep Ellum (Dallas) almost 20 years ago now when Alter Bridge had just begun. That place is tiny. His voice. It's unlike any I've ever heard. It's so pitch perfect and his range is seemingly endless. That "bite" and "buzz" you spoke of, it reverberates off the walls and flows through your entire body all at once. It's insane. I've been a fan ever since.
I love watching the expressions on your face. This is such an emotional song. I love to put on the headphones and close my eyes and breath with the swells. It takes me to places only imaginable and brings chills and tears to my eyes and I'm a 53 yr old man that has played music for 30+ years and just now really feeling how music can drive your emotions.
This cover (by disturbed, not this live version) was my late mom's favorite song on The planet. I listened to it on loop until they came to pick up her body from my home. I never knew a song could hit me the way this one does now. It's incredible.
Their voices are very complimentary! I haven't even listened to it all the way yet. David draiman's voice brings to mind a feeling of almost a quiet grief. Myles Kennedy's voice evokes feeling of longing to me.
As soon as I saw Myles on this, I clicked. I have been listening to Myles in all of his groups (including Mayfield Four from about 20 yrs ago). His music literally saved my life. His talent is truly phenomenal as a musician, vocalist, lyricist…. Also have seen him live with Slash and he is one of the most genuine humans on the planet.
This song was absolutely unreal to see live. I was at the Dawson Creek show, theres a good video from a fan on TH-cam here. But yea disturbed invited 2 musicians from the local university to play on stage with them. So awesome. Could listen to this 1000 more times on top of the 1000 times that i already have
Anybody notice after a few missed timings that Dave began subtly using his arm gestures to help direct? The first one was on "narrow streets of cobblestone" where he goes from open hand to closed fist where he wanted the plosive from the word "stone" to be. 5:25 another at 7:33 on "split the night." Very subtle, very smooth way of bringing them into sync. By 8:20 both are dead on.
I was hearing the same thing but Elizabeth wasn't bringing it up so I just went with it but then went back and listened and sure enough it's there. I could hear the timing off. I didn't put together that David had started "directing" it but it makes sense as of course Myles doesn't have the experience singing this song the way David has and yes it did bring things back in line. Good call.
If I remember correctly, Myles never rehearsed this performance with David. If they did, it was only once. All the more impressive that with little rehearsal how hey pulled this off with minor syncing issues. It's absolutely brilliant! 💯
@@techiegirl1331 I assumed as much otherwise Dave probably wouldn't presume to direct. I think its awesome when artists attempt something that could easily go off the rails but manage to keep it together due to professionalism and experience!
You are making metal heads and metal vocalists so much more aware of what they are actually doing with their vocals; and I think that's amazing. The more people that watch and listen to you, the better the genre will get I think.
you gotta react to Myles Kennedy singing Jeff Buckley's version of "hallelujah" playing Jeff's guitar that song meant so much to me, the first time I heard Buckley sing it I was driving and I had to pull over because I realized I was holding my breath, seeing Myles play it on the guitar that belonged to Jeff was deeply emotional for me.
Your reactions just get better every time, and it truly brightens my day. I love Myles, and Disturbed has been my favorite band for over 20 years so this was an absolute treat. Thank you so much. 🙂❤🤘
This is an incredible version involving two of my favourite vocalists I've tried to emulate a bunch. I am really, really looking forward to this. I hope this sees an insane amount of views and brings this masterpiece and Elizabeth's expert analysis to a wider audience.
I felt the need to say...if you were in a room between David and Myles with them singing...their power may make your head explode. Those would be some very strong waves! That's what I feel would happen to me. What I love about this they knew how David was going to perform the song and Myles just had to weave above, below and within what David already does. He clearly tried to make them match Simon and Garfunkle at times and then at other times they 'make it their own' but they do so while still in reverence of the original.
Ft. Myles Kennedy? What sorcery is this?!? I didn't know they did this, and I'm so...SOOOO happy that you decided to do this because you brought it to my attention. It wasn't the duet we knew we needed, but boy did we.
You keep mentioning that "bite." I know what you're trying to say. For me, their voices feel like light reflecting off the cleanest, brightest fine silver. The way it pierces the atmosphere around it, but in a beautiful way rather than a harsh way.
As always, I love Elizabeth's analysis of performances and I learn so much in the process. She hears things that I would never notice. In this video, however, I thought the Myles Kennedy harmonies where significantly different from the Art Garfunkel harmonies. To my ears, Myles was exploring different harmonic intervals from the beginning, as opposed to the constant intervals used by Art. It would be interesting to play the Myles harmony and the Art harmony together on a keyboard. I would be surprised if they were all that similar. If you deviate from the melody of a song very much, you are no longer singing the same song, but there is more freedom with the harmonic notes, and I think Myles took that freedom and ran with it, which is perfect for the Disturbed rendition of the song.
@@carl13579 Thank you for the validation. I have no musical training to speak of, and only have a vague idea of what you mean when you say 'major 7th', but I have had a life long fascination with and appreciation of harmony. Myles blows me away with this performance.
Their voices pair together like they were an actual dou team in the same band together. They each compliment each other rather than clashing or canceling each other out. It's such a good harmony so amazing.
Since I can see you have grown to love Myles Kennedy and you mentioned you love orchestra in songs you should definitely listen to "Words darker than their wings "from Alter Bridge in the Royal Albert Hall
Myles Kennedy has one of the best lead voices in rock and roll. I never get tired of hearing his work. This is a really solid live performance. Nice review Elizabeth! Love the channel
The cover by Disturbed brought the same emotion to this song, that I have said it needed when I first heard the original. I felt Simon and Garfunkel seemed to rush through it and lacked the intensity and emotional connection the lyrics demanded. Also, watching the tympani player and hearing him was great. Without him, the song would have been missing the foundation it deserves and I would argue requires. Great video. I stumbled on your channel recently and enjoy it. I was once studying opera performance as a bass. Under the teaching of great vocal coach who won many Chicago Met and New York Met competitions going on to sing with the US Army Chorus in the 70s. I married his Alto/Soprano 2 singing daughter 25 years ago! I still enjoy singing with him and my wife. I love how you bring your trained ear and voice to the world of metal. I have studied them in a similar manner but a far less trained manner as I never finished my music degree. Thank you for your channel and commentary.
David has such a beautiful voice he needs to definitely do more songs like this. I like Disturbed and their sound I never dreamed he had this secret voice range though.
Yes, one of my favorite versions of this song. First is the one done with David Draiman and disturbed by themselves… And then it’s this wonderful duet! I love Myles Kennedy’s voice!
I can’t express how wonderful it is to see your love for music as you react to my favorite singers in metal ! It’s simply a real treat to see your experience level break down these vocals . Bravo 👏
Wow now that I’ve heard this I want to hear a real produced version.?There is definitely some magic happening here…. Just when I didn’t think this cover could get any better. Faith in humanity goes up a few notches.
When a song gives you the all-over goosebumps you know it's beyond good. Also love how she explains things in a way everyone can understand. Anyone else notice the multi-colored fingernails?
An amazing collab was Slash with Myles Kennedy & the Conspirators, they played both acoustic shows and fully plugged in to rock the house. The Guitar Center Session was an amazing acoustic performance
I never heard the version with Disturbed and Myles Kennedy. This is awesome. Alter Bridge has been my favorite band for a long time so this is really cool.
Hi Elizabeth, I loved this performance. David and Myles did an amazing job on this song, and the difficult high harmonies that Myles sang were on another level. Thanks again to singer-songwriter Paul Simon and singer Art Garfunkel for their original song, and Thank you, Elizabeth!!! 💙
I didn't know this duet happened. Myles's whimpering close was PERFECT! I couldn't imagine it being easy to sing with David due to his voice being so dominant but he more than matched him! Immensely impressive.
Thank you so much for reacting to this version. First off I was unaware of it. Second, I absolutely love the way you analyze things. It makes me realize exactly what it is I like in things when I can't put a finger on it. I appreciate your analysis.
I thank you so much, your ears and voice highlighting the technical aspects of performers is great. More importantly for me is the way you transform my emotion into words when you explain the emotion the performers are trying to convey or invoke. This performance literally brought me to tears and your words just made the impact even more profound. Thank you for being here for us.
This was great. Not very many songs give me the chills.... I took your advice and watched the whole thing. Thanks for helping me recognize so many things about this performance! At the end, in a close up of the guy playing keyboards, his face says, “this is sooo f^cking good......”. 😎
Simon and Garfunkel's version was a great song. Disturbed elevated it to an even greater song. And now, David and Myles have made this the highest evolution of the song. I can't imagine anyone ever improving on it at this point.
I really loved watching you enjoy this as much as I do. I've watched them sing this classic at least eight times in the past 18 hours, I just discovered it.
Vocal prowess at it’s finest! I love when people just dig so damn deep and crush a live performance like that. I never take from granted something like that. It’s not just professional. It’s skill, feeling, ability to adapt to another person and most of all, leaving it all on the field. They crushed that performance. I’m really grateful for it
It's great to see Elizabeth have the same ear-gasm I experience when listening to this! lol! I love how Myles climbs round the harmonies on this, simply wonderful, and the crossings towards the end are gorgeous.
Yep metal has some of the best voices in music. Matt Heafy, Chester Bennington, Rob Halford, Serj Tankian Bruce Dickinson, its an endless list of incredible voices.
I love Matt! He does go off key live quite a bit, but his voice is great! Also, if you have any interest in video games, his sister Michelle Heafy has a youtube channel where she does video game music covers, mostly instrumental, but also some vocal singing.
Magnificent, Their voices are the warp and the weft creating the tapestry that is this song. The disparity in the voices taking the main theme and adding strands of color in the melody!
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th-cam.com/video/foSkPjvuRv0/w-d-xo.html This is “in this river” live by black label society. It was written by zakk wylde after his childhood best friend dime bag Darrell from Pantera was killed on stage. Much of the live version is guitar solo but the parts I think you would find interesting lie between 6:20 and 7:00 please check it out if you get a chance
I am a hard core metal head, but I also appreciate someone with an amazing voice. I would like to recommend an old-school love ballad, and I am putting it here in hope you will read this since this is your most recent video. One of the greatest rock ballad vocals is the song "She's Gone" by Steelheart. You can thank me later. th-cam.com/video/aJGhuD4hyag/w-d-xo.html
Please, do an analysis on Corey Taylor - Taciturn or I'll be your lover too 😁❤️ I love you ❤️❤️
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Elizabeth: "Myles is at the top of his vocal range here..."
Myles Kennedy: "Hold my beer."
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Excellent point. When I heard her say “At the top of his whole voice range here”, I think she still needs to see a lot more Myles Kennedy. Myles himself says he is pushing 4 octaves but seen a few breakdown analysis videos showing he has sang across 5+. Cant wait to go see him again in a few weeks now that concerts are coming back. #RockOnMyFriendsV
full voice..difference
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Myles indeed is at the top of his vocal range here. Technically speaking.
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Is that why I like these videos so much? She's like a Disney princess. 😂
It’s so cute! You can see all the emotion in her face, I love it.
Yes! I miss watching it for her expressions! I've just been listening while driving.
This channel could be called Charismatic Eyebrows
I absolutely adore watching her experience music 😊
It’s just so joyful.
Thank you! ❤
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Plus, you're kinda hot. Man, I love redheads. Alright, alright.
@@travelinman482dude. Disrespectful.
@DanKaschel
Grow up. Men are allowed to compliment women. Nothing I said was neither agregious nor disrespectful. She is, in fact, a beautiful woman. 😍
@@travelinman482sounds like you’re the one who needs to grow up
What I love particularly about this performance is that Myles is there to complement David. He’s there as support, he’s not there to upstage him
Spot on. David gets over looked on this, but this could be his greatest performance ever. Miles sounds great BEACAUSE of DD. 🤘
I felt the exact same way. With a voice so much higher pitched than David's, it would be pretty easy to upstage David (not saying that David's voice isn't amazing, but higher tones are more noticeable)
To hear what Myles really is capable of you should check out "Words Darker Than Their Wings" from Alter Bridge in the Royal Albert Hall and "Blackbird Live From Amsterdam", they are essential to listen to.
YES! I told the same to Liz in another video. That performance of Myles goes beyond words. That guy is gifted!
Yes! Now we are talking.
Yeah another vote for this! Was at the RAH to see it live was incredible!
Yes definitely perfect suggestions. The Albert Hall live is an incredible mix with the orchestra.
I was lucky enough to be at the second night of the RAH gig, it was insane to hear that song live
The visceral and corporeal reactions are why she is such an engaging listener. She shows emotion in such a pure way!
These reactions are exactly why I keep coming back to those videos!
She almost bounced right out of her chair in that 2nd verse!
I love the way she becomes a part of the performance, a part of the song, in this video…it’s almost orgasmic in some respects. I really like the way she interprets both singers voices and the way in which they project their interpretation of the song. I’ll definitely be watching more of this lady’s videos…she is extremely animated and entertaining in her descriptions. Thank you.
I think we've lost her. She just heard the sounds of two 11s reaching a 12. Nirvana through music.
All praise the Angels of Metal.
Wow. So, for me, the S&G version feels like a hopeful warning... the Disturbed version feels like anger, bordering on rage that the warning is being ignored... but THIS, with Miles? His voice, brings a desperate frustration. So amazing. Thank you.
I totally agree with your tonal descriptions! This one somehow feels like a combination of both hope and anger - like they’re passing along a warning they ignored, and are desperately trying to convey it to others before it’s too late. It’s so moving. Simultaneously hopeful and tinged with deep regret.
Davids version of this was a masterpiece !, to add Myles Kennedy is just unbelievable ! I am shocked how much power Miles sang with !, I just loved this!
Myles has a new album out now that is pretty good. You should try and reach out to him to see if you could have him on your channel to talk vocals and singing techniques. That would definitely be an interesting conversation and he’s a super nice guy.
Well done @Scott Whitlow, she followed your suggestion.
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I was at this concert in Houston. I am a huge Alter Bridge fan and they opened for Breaking Ben and Disturbed for this one. The fact that Myles hit those notes a hour after his 8 song set is absurd to me. I had heard the disturbed cover a few times before this and was blown out of the water during this performance. I had no idea how electric, memorable and moving that performance would be. Its the best performance I have ever seen live and sent chills throughout my body almost the entire song. I believe they did it one more time at Red Rock after this. They put the Houston version on their deluxe release of that album a few months later. Incredible...
Omg those 3 Bands at 1 Concert, I would flip out seeing this Line Up.
If only Breaking Benjaming would come to Europe ... :( think they did once.
Would have been better if that rain storm didn't interrupt when the show was supposed to start, good show none the less. my fav was the star wars theme Breaking Benjamin did.
The first time I had heard the Disturbed version of this song, it came on the radio while I was driving and I had to pull into a parking lot somewhere to just sit and cry. At the time, I was losing both my mom & my wife to cancer. Disturbed’s performance with the building crescendo, combined with the sadness, anger and despair of David’s vocals carried, in a few brief moments, all of the emotions that I was feeling. With the addition of Miles’ voice in this version adding a new layer, and yet resonating with David’s vocals, it creates an extra layer of sadness, or like you said, almost an auditory teardrop, to the song at one point. But oddly, it almost made me feel a hint of hope with that addition as well.
As you’ve said before, a song and especially a voice, can tell a story and make you feel what the vocalist is feeling. A performance can touch a heart and can maybe change the world, even if it’s the world of just one person when they hear it in the right place and at the right time. I’m still going to “ugly cry” every time I hear this song, but now with this version, there is a little bit of hope mixed in with those tears as well.
So an enormous “Thank You” to Disturbed & Miles Kennedy for doing this video, and to you for taking us along on the journey with you as you watched it!
Takie care❤
So sorry for your loss
Myles Kennedy is one of the absolute best vocalists on the planet. Love that dude. He and Alter Bridge get overlooked WAY to much.
I’ve never heard of them but I just looked them up and saved them on Spotify
Their voices have the same depth on the growl, same enunciation, same power on their belted notes, and almost identical wave lengths on their vibratos. These guys need to do an entire album of songs dammit.
Even as an untrained listener, I can easily recognize and appreciate the complexity and the beauty in their harmonization. It's very cool to hear you break down all of the technical aspects of what's happening here. Awesome!
When asked about what he considered the "secret" to great vocal performances, Kennedy replied: "Dig deep into your soul and sing as if your life depends on it. Leave your mark. People react to emotion more than technique." I would add: Depth of emotion coupled with great technique produces outstanding performances.
It's the sort of thing people with amazing technique always say 😂
I love this...David brings out the angry and Miles the sadness.
Excellent observation. Thank you for putting words to the feelings it evokes.
I've probably seen this live version 100 times and never noticed Myles scaling down to the low note when David goes high @ 17:09,so freakin' brilliant.
Me neither. That was a masterful vocal cross.
Elizabeth, your face makes my heart smile. This cover is absolutely ridiculous. They’re both incredible vocalists on their own…this is next level!!
Music is so visceral for me and you’re able to put it into words. Thank you for doing what you do!
Isn't this beautiful soul absolutely fulfilling? Only on a gentlemanly level. Much respect for you sweetheart. All you do is all we need.
They didn't just cover this song, they CROWNED it!!
I actually met and broke bread with David backstage at the Jäger tour in Pensacola FL. He is so soft spoken when he’s not performing. Probably to save his voice. The entire band was very easy going and eager to spend time with us fans. Great group of guys!
Heart - Stairway to Heaven. How ballsy is it to take on such an iconic song, then nail it!
Even more so when its at the Kennedy Centre Honours, in front of Plant and Page. Then to top it off the President, First Lady and so many other stars. Ballsy doesn't come close!!
@@martinhopkins1672 agreed. The Kennedy Honours was one of the most amazing performances I've ever seen: in front of Plant, Page, President, First Lady AND BONHAM's son at the drums! Please make it happen Elizabeth!
And John Paul Jones, an equal part of Led Zeppelin
Oh god yes. This was such a performance I don't think the band could believe what they were hearing... Then that reveal near the end.....tears every time
@@wolfbrother2474 And amazing. I've covered some of his harder songs and accused of not playing them note-for-note. The Lemon Song, for example, is mostly a bunch of fills, not meant to be played exactly, but audiences destroy you if you don't play it note for note.
This particular version with Myles Kennedy in Houston, is I think the most beautiful, powerful and emotional song ever.
The harmony between these two is just insane. They are both incredible and perfectly matched, it's like their voices are bouncing off of one another.
This is why live performances are so important because you might just be lucky enough to experience a rare, unique and beautiful experience.
I have seen David’s performance quite a number of times. But this with Myles is so superior. Being a manly man, ( blessed with being well versed in cultural experiences ) this performance brings me to tears. So powerful is this rendition. So emotionally constructed. David and Myles with the great talent of Disturb’s band mates and backing orchestra, make for one incredible super powerful performance.
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You don't have to point out you are a manly man just because you shed a few tears. Read through history and you will find great conquerors mention shedding tears during certain moments. Only a psychopath lacks enough empathy and emotion to remain dry eyed in all circumstances.
A strong willed man is one who feels those emotions but carries on doing whatever he must do. That is not to say we should devolve into floods every time something upsets us of course. Most things should be be experienced with stoic calm, but we are not inhuman pieces of marble and we shouldn't think the occasional wet check means we are not men.
All the best :)
@@laughingachilles well put my friend. I trust you do not find men dissolve into tears often. In this harsh world there tends to be a few moments of incredible artistic expression that deserve emotional response from all who experience it. I revel in experiencing any and all such moments of artistic beauty versus the relentless humanity versus humanity we witness daily in news these days
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I don't know many men who cry, at least not in front of others lol. If one of my friends did that in front of me then it would likely be something truly awful had happened and I wouldn't mock them for it. The last time it happened was when a friends wife had a late term miscarriage, which I think is a more than reasonable time for a man to shed some tears.
There is also a difference between tearing up when witnessing something incredible and full on crying like a child over it. For example I find myself tear up whenever I watch testimonies of men who fought in WW2 and recount the loss of their friends. It doesn't cause me to weep because I control myself, but the heroism and honour of such men is very moving.
@@laughingachilles thank you for sharing! You seem to understand me completely. May you have a long life of peace and happiness my good man.
The Disturbed version gives me chills every time I listen to it.
same
Yeap same here
To my shame I only recently discovered Myles and his abilities. These two together are fantastic. However, the highlight for me is yet again is how much Elizabeth 'feels' every single word and note, and gets so much pleasure from listening people perform, whatever the music style.
If you do not experience a vestigial reflex to this song, then my heart truly weeps for you. The raw emotion, vulnerability, and sheer intensity bestowed upon this rendition is unjustly indescribable.
What a great way to say it. 100% agree with you. Sad for those who don't have their heart and soul pierced by this music.
Can we take a second to acknowledge that neither of these singers have nothing to prove. They don't have to impress anyone! But they both leave everything on the table to entertain the crowd! Hats off and thank you for being so devoted to your craft that you want to be the best!
The first sentence (double negative) is the opposite of what you mean.
I can’t recommend enough, Alter Bridge: Words Darker Than Their Wings, LIVE! There’s a note at the end that only Myles can hit. They never played the song live before, because it’s so hard to pull off, but anybody who watches it and hears that note has a strong reaction. Trust me, you can thank me later haha.
Why wouldnt other singers be able to hit that note? (I've heard it) its not THAT high that there are not a few male singers out there who can sing higher and longer notes- (Ive heard them) so they could sing it too.
p.s not that he isnt a great singer - and its a great song/performance- but claiming nobody else can sing it is over the top- its not like its a G8 or something lol.
@@elevown it’s a saying; you don’t have to take it so literally. There may be a small select few with the ability to hit that note, but that doesn’t mean they can pull it off in the same manner. A guitarist can look up the tablature of a song and learn to hit the right notes at the right time, but it won’t have the same sound, emotion or impact as when (let’s say) Steve Vai plays the same notes in the song.
Myles was also sick during that performance, which makes it that much more impressive.
Really, have a listen to Jane by Jefferson Starship!
There is one song that Disturbed has covered that I find powerful and "Disturbing",
Have you heard Disturbed's cover of the classic Genesis song "Land of Confusion"?
That's an awesome song. I hope Elizabeth will get to it in the future.
Disturbed is one of those few bands who always nail covers, in that they are just as faithful or transformative as they need to be.
Shout!
Yeas!! Love Love that one
Disturbed’s covers have become something I actually LOOK for whenever they release new albums. Also, check out Draiman and Lizzy Hale covering Lita Ford’s “Close My Eyes Forever” (when Draiman did that side project “Device”)
I got to experience Myles live at the Gypsy Tea Room in Deep Ellum (Dallas) almost 20 years ago now when Alter Bridge had just begun. That place is tiny. His voice. It's unlike any I've ever heard. It's so pitch perfect and his range is seemingly endless. That "bite" and "buzz" you spoke of, it reverberates off the walls and flows through your entire body all at once. It's insane. I've been a fan ever since.
My best friend loved your channel, sadly he passed away at Christmas and this song was at his funeral as he loved it. Thank you 😊
Thank you for all the love 😍
@@JohnAlfwynn this is beautiful. Sorry for your loss
I love your analysis of this performance…. I watched a reaction by an opera singer and that person really didn’t understand how fabulous this is 👍👍👍👍
Hi, I’d like to petition for her to alter her Tuesday intros to “Welcome back to the charismatic’s choice”
Obviously I’m not second, but… Seconded.
Thirded.
Fourthed
This was my moms favorite song by Simon and Garfunkel and I really really wish she were still alive today to hear this version.
I love watching the expressions on your face. This is such an emotional song. I love to put on the headphones and close my eyes and breath with the swells. It takes me to places only imaginable and brings chills and tears to my eyes and I'm a 53 yr old man that has played music for 30+ years and just now really feeling how music can drive your emotions.
This cover (by disturbed, not this live version) was my late mom's favorite song on The planet. I listened to it on loop until they came to pick up her body from my home. I never knew a song could hit me the way this one does now. It's incredible.
@@waynedamron8006 I am so sorry for your loss. My heart grieves with yours.
I would love to hear a review of Words Darker Than Their Wings by Alter Bridge live at the Royal Albert Hall,full orchesra accompanient
Yes yes yes. Absolutely agree. Words Darker Than Their Wings @ RHA is a masterclass and should be required listening for everyone, imo.
That is a full blooded goose bump song and one of my favourites
@@karrenweston8008 It is that good,thanks for sharing,where are you located,just curious ?
Australia 👌
@@karrenweston8008 Greetings from Pennsylvania in the United States
One of the most beautiful things I've ever heard hands down! They sounded as if they where crying and pleading with the audience. Perfect...
Their voices are very complimentary! I haven't even listened to it all the way yet. David draiman's voice brings to mind a feeling of almost a quiet grief. Myles Kennedy's voice evokes feeling of longing to me.
I think Dave’s voice is the beam, while Myles is the sin wave that goes around it and together they create a laser like sound. Absolutely astonishing.
Dammit...I'm not crying your crying
This song not just this version is one of my all time favorites!!
Easily in my top 10 performances of all time, probably top 5. They absolutely annihilated this cover. First time I've had goosebumps in a long time.
As soon as I saw Myles on this, I clicked. I have been listening to Myles in all of his groups (including Mayfield Four from about 20 yrs ago). His music literally saved my life.
His talent is truly phenomenal as a musician, vocalist, lyricist…. Also have seen him live with Slash and he is one of the most genuine humans on the planet.
Local boy makes good. Real good!
This song was absolutely unreal to see live. I was at the Dawson Creek show, theres a good video from a fan on TH-cam here. But yea disturbed invited 2 musicians from the local university to play on stage with them. So awesome. Could listen to this 1000 more times on top of the 1000 times that i already have
My favourite Elizabeth saying " I wanna go back" Love it.
Anybody notice after a few missed timings that Dave began subtly using his arm gestures to help direct? The first one was on "narrow streets of cobblestone" where he goes from open hand to closed fist where he wanted the plosive from the word "stone" to be. 5:25 another at 7:33 on "split the night." Very subtle, very smooth way of bringing them into sync. By 8:20 both are dead on.
I was hearing the same thing but Elizabeth wasn't bringing it up so I just went with it but then went back and listened and sure enough it's there. I could hear the timing off. I didn't put together that David had started "directing" it but it makes sense as of course Myles doesn't have the experience singing this song the way David has and yes it did bring things back in line. Good call.
If I remember correctly, Myles never rehearsed this performance with David. If they did, it was only once. All the more impressive that with little rehearsal how hey pulled this off with minor syncing issues. It's absolutely brilliant! 💯
@@techiegirl1331 I assumed as much otherwise Dave probably wouldn't presume to direct. I think its awesome when artists attempt something that could easily go off the rails but manage to keep it together due to professionalism and experience!
@@techiegirl1331 they only did one rehearsal, which was during sound check! The rest of the band said they got chills down their spines!
You are making metal heads and metal vocalists so much more aware of what they are actually doing with their vocals; and I think that's amazing. The more people that watch and listen to you, the better the genre will get I think.
The lorna shore stuff she covers, and any harsh vocals in general she explains has me appreciating my love for metal even more
This was amazing to see live. I was at this actual concert in that crowd. Nothing compares to the sound washing over you in person.
Myles does an amazing cover of Elton John’s “Levon”……..definitely worth the listen
I listen to that probably once a week. Perfect.
you gotta react to Myles Kennedy singing Jeff Buckley's version of "hallelujah" playing Jeff's guitar
that song meant so much to me, the first time I heard Buckley sing it I was driving and I had to pull over because I realized I was holding my breath, seeing Myles play it on the guitar that belonged to Jeff was deeply emotional for me.
The video of Myles singing Hallelujah on the Scootgreenmonkey page is his best version.
This version of Hallelujah is a wonder. Breathtaking! Please do a review of Myles Kennedy singing Hellelujah.
Hallelujah is a song from Leonard Cohen that was covered many times
K.D Lang’s version of Hallelujah is the best version IMO.
Jeff Buckley's version of "hallelujah" IS THE BEST I'VE EVER HEARD AND WILL HEAR. K.D LANG IS TRASH
Your reactions just get better every time, and it truly brightens my day. I love Myles, and Disturbed has been my favorite band for over 20 years so this was an absolute treat. Thank you so much. 🙂❤🤘
2 of the best male vocalists ever
This is an incredible version involving two of my favourite vocalists I've tried to emulate a bunch.
I am really, really looking forward to this. I hope this sees an insane amount of views and brings this masterpiece and Elizabeth's expert analysis to a wider audience.
Miles Kennedy and Lzzy Hale singing together is amazing! Give that a try.
That reaction would be awesome!!
Yes! They mesh so well together!
I felt the need to say...if you were in a room between David and Myles with them singing...their power may make your head explode. Those would be some very strong waves! That's what I feel would happen to me. What I love about this they knew how David was going to perform the song and Myles just had to weave above, below and within what David already does. He clearly tried to make them match Simon and Garfunkle at times and then at other times they 'make it their own' but they do so while still in reverence of the original.
I am amazed how good their voices match. And miles matched Davids voice. His high voice is amazing
These thumbnails are something else, always makes me smile
the absolute best thumbnails
They make me laugh 😆
She is the Queen! The Queen of thumbnails!!
Ft. Myles Kennedy? What sorcery is this?!? I didn't know they did this, and I'm so...SOOOO happy that you decided to do this because you brought it to my attention. It wasn't the duet we knew we needed, but boy did we.
You keep mentioning that "bite." I know what you're trying to say. For me, their voices feel like light reflecting off the cleanest, brightest fine silver. The way it pierces the atmosphere around it, but in a beautiful way rather than a harsh way.
The two greatest male vocalists on the planet…
I've had the pleasure of seeing Alter Bridge a couple of times and Myles doing his acoustic stuff once and his voice is always fantastic live
As always, I love Elizabeth's analysis of performances and I learn so much in the process. She hears things that I would never notice. In this video, however, I thought the Myles Kennedy harmonies where significantly different from the Art Garfunkel harmonies. To my ears, Myles was exploring different harmonic intervals from the beginning, as opposed to the constant intervals used by Art. It would be interesting to play the Myles harmony and the Art harmony together on a keyboard. I would be surprised if they were all that similar. If you deviate from the melody of a song very much, you are no longer singing the same song, but there is more freedom with the harmonic notes, and I think Myles took that freedom and ran with it, which is perfect for the Disturbed rendition of the song.
You are correct. Myles' harmonies had more freedom, using intervals like a major 7th.
@@carl13579 Thank you for the validation. I have no musical training to speak of, and only have a vague idea of what you mean when you say 'major 7th', but I have had a life long fascination with and appreciation of harmony. Myles blows me away with this performance.
Their voices pair together like they were an actual dou team in the same band together. They each compliment each other rather than clashing or canceling each other out. It's such a good harmony so amazing.
Myles is THE best rock /metal singer of this time...
Since I can see you have grown to love Myles Kennedy and you mentioned you love orchestra in songs you should definitely listen to "Words darker than their wings "from Alter Bridge in the Royal Albert Hall
Absolutely !!!
Myles Kennedy has one of the best lead voices in rock and roll. I never get tired of hearing his work. This is a really solid live performance. Nice review Elizabeth! Love the channel
The cover by Disturbed brought the same emotion to this song, that I have said it needed when I first heard the original. I felt Simon and Garfunkel seemed to rush through it and lacked the intensity and emotional connection the lyrics demanded. Also, watching the tympani player and hearing him was great. Without him, the song would have been missing the foundation it deserves and I would argue requires. Great video. I stumbled on your channel recently and enjoy it. I was once studying opera performance as a bass. Under the teaching of great vocal coach who won many Chicago Met and New York Met competitions going on to sing with the US Army Chorus in the 70s. I married his Alto/Soprano 2 singing daughter 25 years ago! I still enjoy singing with him and my wife. I love how you bring your trained ear and voice to the world of metal. I have studied them in a similar manner but a far less trained manner as I never finished my music degree. Thank you for your channel and commentary.
The best two voices in hard rock today.
David has such a beautiful voice he needs to definitely do more songs like this. I like Disturbed and their sound I never dreamed he had this secret voice range though.
Have you heard their Sting cover?
@@mikeduncan3953 how did I not know they did a cover of Sting... Google engage!
Yes, one of my favorite versions of this song. First is the one done with David Draiman and disturbed by themselves… And then it’s this wonderful duet! I love Myles Kennedy’s voice!
I can’t express how wonderful it is to see your love for music as you react to my favorite singers in metal ! It’s simply a real treat to see your experience level break down these vocals . Bravo 👏
myles never stop impress me, what a vocal
Your passion is infectious when watching your reactions.
I've never heard someone fan girl so hard about a persons literal vocal cords as you did at the 9 minute bit & I loved it 😆
Wow now that I’ve heard this I want to hear a real produced version.?There is definitely some magic happening here…. Just when I didn’t think this cover could get any better. Faith in humanity goes up a few notches.
Your reactions, facial expressions, are so relatable. I see myself in them so much, you -feel- this stuff so much. It does my soul a lotta good
When a song gives you the all-over goosebumps you know it's beyond good. Also love how she explains things in a way everyone can understand. Anyone else notice the multi-colored fingernails?
Please do Disturbed- Hold on to Memories. Would love to hear your opinions on it, keep up the great content!
An amazing collab was Slash with Myles Kennedy & the Conspirators, they played both acoustic shows and fully plugged in to rock the house. The Guitar Center Session was an amazing acoustic performance
I never heard the version with Disturbed and Myles Kennedy. This is awesome. Alter Bridge has been my favorite band for a long time so this is really cool.
Hi Elizabeth, I loved this performance. David and Myles did an amazing job on this song, and the difficult high harmonies that Myles sang were on another level. Thanks again to singer-songwriter Paul Simon and singer Art Garfunkel for their original song, and Thank you, Elizabeth!!! 💙
Thank you Kirby! Indeed, this is a wonderful performance. ❤
I didn't know this duet happened.
Myles's whimpering close was PERFECT!
I couldn't imagine it being easy to sing with David due to his voice being so dominant but he more than matched him! Immensely impressive.
The best duet I have heard in a very long time
The way that you vividly describe sound and texture is amazing. Truly art.
With this being the first time hearing them together with this version, I was definitely in tears several times. Great performance! 👍
Sleeping at Last - Saturn
you won't regret it :) just a magical song for the soul
Agreed.
Thank you so much for reacting to this version. First off I was unaware of it. Second, I absolutely love the way you analyze things. It makes me realize exactly what it is I like in things when I can't put a finger on it. I appreciate your analysis.
I thank you so much, your ears and voice highlighting the technical aspects of performers is great. More importantly for me is the way you transform my emotion into words when you explain the emotion the performers are trying to convey or invoke. This performance literally brought me to tears and your words just made the impact even more profound. Thank you for being here for us.
This was great. Not very many songs give me the chills....
I took your advice and watched the whole thing. Thanks for helping me recognize so many things about this performance! At the end, in a close up of the guy playing keyboards, his face says, “this is sooo f^cking good......”.
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Simon and Garfunkel's version was a great song.
Disturbed elevated it to an even greater song.
And now, David and Myles have made this the highest evolution of the song.
I can't imagine anyone ever improving on it at this point.
You're gonna be holding someone's beer buddy...
I really loved watching you enjoy this as much as I do. I've watched them sing this classic at least eight times in the past 18 hours, I just discovered it.
Vocal prowess at it’s finest! I love when people just dig so damn deep and crush a live performance like that. I never take from granted something like that. It’s not just professional. It’s skill, feeling, ability to adapt to another person and most of all, leaving it all on the field. They crushed that performance. I’m really grateful for it
Hi Elizabeth, you use the words "symbiotic relationship" I hear them in full "synchronicity" - it is just plain bloody awesome!
This has always been a dark song, Disturbed has just not been afraid to take it there.
It's great to see Elizabeth have the same ear-gasm I experience when listening to this! lol!
I love how Myles climbs round the harmonies on this, simply wonderful, and the crossings towards the end are gorgeous.
They're quite good together. Myles just adds another fantastic layer to an already powerful and nuanced version.
Yep metal has some of the best voices in music. Matt Heafy, Chester Bennington, Rob Halford, Serj Tankian Bruce Dickinson, its an endless list of incredible voices.
Would love to see a reaction/analysis of Chester's final performance of One More Light. The amount of emotion in that performance is incredible
I love Matt! He does go off key live quite a bit, but his voice is great! Also, if you have any interest in video games, his sister Michelle Heafy has a youtube channel where she does video game music covers, mostly instrumental, but also some vocal singing.
@@serpicosghost agreed ... or the acoustic "Crawling" version
I feel like M.shadows should be in that convo
This makes me so happy to see you review this duet version!
Magnificent, Their voices are the warp and the weft creating the tapestry that is this song. The disparity in the voices taking the main theme and adding strands of color in the melody!