Examining Brian Wilson's Most Complex Background Vocal

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  • @TimSmolens
    @TimSmolens  ปีที่แล้ว +3

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  • @lordofthemound3890
    @lordofthemound3890 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    I saw the title and instantly thought, “It has to be Heroes and Villains.”

  • @merchannel7762
    @merchannel7762 ปีที่แล้ว +43

    Nice work! If u ever wanna breakdown our prayer I’ll get the popcorn

    • @TimSmolens
      @TimSmolens  ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Yes I would love to do that one, I will put it on the to do list. Thanks for checking out my video and your interest.
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    • @ericrose3877
      @ericrose3877 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      It's not any 9 part vocal, 4 parts, and not so difficult to figure out.

  • @doublehelix3952
    @doublehelix3952 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Back in the Sixties, I did, indeed, wonder how in the world Brian could ever follow "Good Vibrations"--then came "Heroes & Villains"
    After I picked my jaw up off the floor. . .
    Nice job, Tim Smolens/clear explication/seems pretty doggone close to me

  • @kcmet79
    @kcmet79 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Nine times? NINE TIMES.
    Nice job! Bad habits have annihilated my head voice & falsetto, can only get a fifth or so above my head voice peak and that requires a lot of volume. Brian’s such a genius and you did him proud 👍

  • @vickielawson3114
    @vickielawson3114 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Yes! This is one of my favorite songs, and the harmonies are a big reason. I’ve been obsessed with this for many years. Had the pleasure of hearing it live a couple times from Brian himself.

  • @MrMikeConner
    @MrMikeConner ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Excellent work! Another amazingly complex Beach Boys vocal arrangement is the backgrounds and ending round of Soulful Old Man Sunshine.

    • @TimSmolens
      @TimSmolens  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      True, thanks for the suggestion that is a great one too. I really appreciate you taking the time to watch my video and comment.
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      The following video link is from my Beach Boys/doo wop-inspired vocal group ISS, and is the title track from our album "She's a Girl," an unapologetic homage to the Beach Boys SMiLE and Pet Sounds.
      th-cam.com/video/N1t4a3f4FSs/w-d-xo.htmlsi=SOblKCz8wyx71s4D
      If you like it please consider buying the album on Bandcamp or timsmolens.com
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  • @Dan-sx9gl
    @Dan-sx9gl ปีที่แล้ว +69

    In my youth as a metal head, I always found The Beach Boys cheesy and lame… the epitome of old dad rock…. As I’ve grown up I’ve realized how wrong I was. I’ve come to love The Beach Boys and regard Brian Wilson as the musical genius he is

    • @thomashightower7881
      @thomashightower7881 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      It's really a shame how common this sentiment is. I remember thinking the Beach Boys were like an outdated American Beatles, but the first time I listened to Pet Sounds, I quickly changed tune

    • @gilcardinal2260
      @gilcardinal2260 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      Literally me

    • @JoshHumble
      @JoshHumble 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      I never cared about what people thought - came to the genius of The Beach Boys first as a young teen in the early 90's (and paid for it being made fun of), hated metal and hip-hop, but then later came to embrace metal and hip-hop, beat-making, etc. So eventually, we all come to the same place I guess.

    • @whiteandright1958
      @whiteandright1958 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You grew up. It's called maturity

    • @Jay-uv5xg
      @Jay-uv5xg 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      u clearly secretly still hate him

  • @thedrogo3953
    @thedrogo3953 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    My other favorite from Smile Sessions: Veg-e-tables!!! The vocal breakdown when they sing "I know that you'll feel better when you send us in your letter . . " Pure gold 🌟

  • @mikaeldk5700
    @mikaeldk5700 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Thank you for the magical Estradasphere albums. They are forever on my playlist. Your channel is interesting, subscribed. I still have the black and white Estradasphere sticker on my guitar case.

    • @TimSmolens
      @TimSmolens  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Wow an Old school Estradasphere fan. Thanks a lot for checking out my channel. Welcome!
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  • @WarlikePeace
    @WarlikePeace ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Thanks, Tim! Now I will have this stuck in my head all day. Not that that is a bad thing. I do hope there is slightly more multiple part harmonies and doo wop on HCT's next album. Really fun to sing along with this style of vocals.

    • @TimSmolens
      @TimSmolens  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ha ha thank you. Yes this stuff can be infectious. HCT is a really a pretty different beast that is not a clear fit for doo wop although I was surprised I was able to make it work for a full song in Diagnosing Johnny. Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment.
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  • @edgarsnake2857
    @edgarsnake2857 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Great breakdown, Tim. I always loved this part. Your attention to detail is remarkable...as was Brian's.

    • @TimSmolens
      @TimSmolens  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks a lot for the props and I am thrilled you enjoyed the video. Many more forthcoming!
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      The following video link is from my Beach Boys/doo wop-inspired vocal group ISS, and is the title track from our album "She's a Girl," an unapologetic homage to the Beach Boys SMiLE and employs a theme from Heroes and Villains.
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  • @RubyBandUSA
    @RubyBandUSA 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    am proud of myself for discovering your channel today Tim!! You are one of a valuable and rare few guys on TH-cam who cares about this stuff AND can pull off the breakdowns and tutorials. Two others are in Italy and Canada. Keep doing what you're ... you got a new very loyal fan!

  • @martincarlton7298
    @martincarlton7298 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I so love the Beach Boys harmonies. Thanks for this video!

  • @honigwachsreuben
    @honigwachsreuben ปีที่แล้ว +4

    You've also encapsulated the wonderful spirit of this song with your "psychedelic barbershop" video production style. I dig.

    • @TimSmolens
      @TimSmolens  ปีที่แล้ว

      I am so glad you like it. I am not much of a video editor but sometimes it has a bit of charm. Thanks a lot for supporting my channel.
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      If you like it please consider buying the album on Bandcamp or timsmolens.com
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  • @jefflikeusual20
    @jefflikeusual20 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    This was great to listen to and watch. Shining light on Brian’s genius.

  • @dannygwala
    @dannygwala 28 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Thanks for the video! It’s great how you explain things so transparently.

  • @kidbuu770
    @kidbuu770 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You're the man! Always wanted to understand what I was hearing. Having this content existing now is huge ! Don't cha stop

  • @Chromexus
    @Chromexus ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I Just Wasn't Made For these times; Marcella (tag): All I Wanna Do:Cool Cool Water : The weaving vocals at the end of Vegetables; and parts of the Rio Grande chrorus are right up there..and the tag to Funky pretty as well

    • @TimSmolens
      @TimSmolens  ปีที่แล้ว

      I agree with all your choices there. I would love to do an analysis of I Just Wasn't Made For these times and a vocal breakdown of the vegatables tag. Thanks for checking out my videos, I appreciate that.
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      This video from my Beach Boys/doo wop-inspired group ISS, is the title track from our album "She's a Girl," an homage to the Beach Boys SMiLE and Pet Sounds.
      th-cam.com/video/N1t4a3f4FSs/w-d-xo.htmlsi=SOblKCz8wyx71s4D
      If you like it please consider buying the album on Bandcamp or timsmolens.com
      I also have a wild sci-fi progressive group (that has to be heard to be believed) consisting of renowned international virtuosos called High Castle Teleorkestra. Here is our new video and we have a record available ("The Egg That Never Opened") on Bandcamp or the bands website.
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  • @alanalan9242
    @alanalan9242 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Fascinating. Thank you.

  • @antoniosollitto6105
    @antoniosollitto6105 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Incredible work

  • @ericleiter6179
    @ericleiter6179 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Really great transcription and performance...would love to see another video like this (and the score) for the brilliant chorus section of this great song...thanks for sharing!!!

    • @TimSmolens
      @TimSmolens  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That is a great suggestion and I will put that in the queue. Thanks a lot for watching my videos and there are many more forthcoming.
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      You may enjoy my video exploring the advanced chord progression to "God Only Knows."
      th-cam.com/video/I2PHOt9_fGc/w-d-xo.html
      The following video link is from my Beach Boys/doo wop-inspired vocal group ISS, and is the title track from our album "She's a Girl," an unapologetic homage to the Beach Boys SMiLE and Pet Sounds.
      th-cam.com/video/N1t4a3f4FSs/w-d-xo.htmlsi=SOblKCz8wyx71s4D
      If you like it please consider buying the album on Bandcamp or timsmolens.com
      I also have a wild sci-fi progressive group (that has to be heard to be believed) consisting of renowned international virtuosos called High Castle Teleorkestra. Here is our new video and we have a record available ("The Egg That Never Opened") on Bandcamp or the bands website.
      th-cam.com/video/Iy3LRe88ieg/w-d-xo.htmlsi=n4QfIb5uvt0tqz2a

  • @1401minstrel
    @1401minstrel 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Excellent. Another astounding thing is that the Beach Boys performed Heroes and Villains in some of their live shows. They sang those complicated parts while playing their instruments. Of course, they had wonderful side musicians that toured with them (not the Wrecking Crew, who were primarily studio musicians), and some of the side musicians sang as well.

  • @andybaldman
    @andybaldman 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Great 9 times reference!

  • @conradcallan6364
    @conradcallan6364 ปีที่แล้ว

    Loved it, Tim! Not sure that I'd have the patience or the stamina to dissect so many parts! Really well done! Thank you!

    • @TimSmolens
      @TimSmolens  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! Yes true it took some work to arrive at my transcription that I think is at least 92% correct. I appreciate you taking the time to watch and leave comments.
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      You may enjoy my video exploring the advanced chord progression to "God Only Knows."
      th-cam.com/video/I2PHOt9_fGc/w-d-xo.html
      The following video link is from my Beach Boys/doo wop-inspired vocal group ISS, and is the title track from our album "She's a Girl," an unapologetic homage to the Beach Boys SMiLE and employs a theme from Heroes and Villains.
      th-cam.com/video/N1t4a3f4FSs/w-d-xo.htmlsi=SOblKCz8wyx71s4D
      If you like it please consider buying the album on Bandcamp or timsmolens.com
      I also have a wild sci-fi progressive group (that has to be heard to be believed) consisting of renowned international virtuosos called High Castle Teleorkestra. Here is our new video and we have a record available ("The Egg That Never Opened") on Bandcamp or the bands website.
      th-cam.com/video/Iy3LRe88ieg/w-d-xo.htmlsi=n4QfIb5uvt0tqz2a

  • @CharlesAustin
    @CharlesAustin ปีที่แล้ว

    Delighted to find this channel .. !! Beach Boys forever ..

    • @TimSmolens
      @TimSmolens  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      So glad you found my channel and are enjoying the content. Thanks for watching and commenting.
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      th-cam.com/video/N1t4a3f4FSs/w-d-xo.htmlsi=SOblKCz8wyx71s4D
      If you like it please consider buying the album on Bandcamp or timsmolens.com

  • @loualleluia6353
    @loualleluia6353 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Really great! I seem to recall a kind of barber shop vocal bend at the end (a 7th maybe?)

  • @frankgillet2752
    @frankgillet2752 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video, Tim! I thoroughly enjoyed this video:)

    • @TimSmolens
      @TimSmolens  ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @retinalcircus
    @retinalcircus ปีที่แล้ว

    Craigus here, Tim. Just gonna say this was an incredible watch. Thanks for making this and it's one of my favorite little vocal runs on Smile. ❤

    • @TimSmolens
      @TimSmolens  ปีที่แล้ว

      I am so thrilled you are digging this video. SMILE is one of a kind and will be a source of inspiration and teaching for the rest of my days.
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      Enjoy my new video exploring Brian Wilson's most complex background vocal (Heroes and Villains) here.
      th-cam.com/video/I0mBS59BU_Y/w-d-xo.htmlsi=Znh1ok6hrgvhOzfh
      This video from my Beach Boys/doo wop-inspired group ISS, is the title track from our album "She's a Girl," an homage to the Beach Boys SMiLE and Pet Sounds.
      th-cam.com/video/N1t4a3f4FSs/w-d-xo.htmlsi=SOblKCz8wyx71s4D
      If you like it please consider buying the album on Bandcamp or timsmolens.com
      I also have a wild sci-fi progressive group (that has to be heard to be believed) consisting of renowned international virtuosos called High Castle Teleorkestra. Here is our new video and we have a record available ("The Egg That Never Opened") on Bandcamp or the bands website.
      th-cam.com/video/Iy3LRe88ieg/w-d-xo.htmlsi=n4QfIb5uvt0tqz2a

  • @NateRuvin414
    @NateRuvin414 ปีที่แล้ว

    Incredible video!!! And I’m happy to see another DP user /BB fan!

  • @edwardmeradith2419
    @edwardmeradith2419 25 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I love your response to Jimi Hendrix (who I love) assertion abt psychedelic barbershop
    Eggcellent! I LOVE Brian’s vocal arrangements.

  • @ldvno87
    @ldvno87 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is awesome, thank you. Starting from like 7m45, those first two bass parts are like a straight homage to Gershwin - Rhapsody in Blue!

  • @DJMDHertzel
    @DJMDHertzel 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Absolutely wonderful 🎉

  • @TimHareMusic
    @TimHareMusic ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love your videos, especially The Beach Boys content. Please keep making more! Also haven’t seen the Digital Performer UI in well over a decade

    • @TimSmolens
      @TimSmolens  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much for taking the time to watch the video and leave me a comment. The Beach Boys are one of my favorites and I anticipate much content on my channel involving their songs.
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      th-cam.com/video/N1t4a3f4FSs/w-d-xo.htmlsi=SOblKCz8wyx71s4D
      If you like it please consider buying the album on Bandcamp or timsmolens.com
      You may enjoy my video exploring the advanced chord progression to "God Only Knows."
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      I also have a wild sci-fi progressive group (that has to be heard to be believed) consisting of renowned international virtuosos called High Castle Teleorkestra. Here is our new video and we have a record available ("The Egg That Never Opened") on Bandcamp or the bands website.
      th-cam.com/video/Iy3LRe88ieg/w-d-xo.htmlsi=n4QfIb5uvt0tqz2a

  • @chetruane
    @chetruane ปีที่แล้ว

    this was such a good analysis i am now a viewer i hope to see more beach boys breakdowns. you knew how much time to spend talking about each thing, and when you were talking about notes youd always explain it in context of the harmony and the song itself

    • @TimSmolens
      @TimSmolens  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks so much for the high praises. Thanks for signing up and I plan on much more Beach Boys content. I am super glad you enjoyed it.
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      You may enjoy my video exploring the advanced chord progression to "God Only Knows."
      th-cam.com/video/I2PHOt9_fGc/w-d-xo.html
      The following video link is from my Beach Boys/doo wop-inspired vocal group ISS, and is the title track from our album "She's a Girl," an unapologetic homage to the Beach Boys SMiLE and employs a theme from Heroes and Villains.
      th-cam.com/video/N1t4a3f4FSs/w-d-xo.htmlsi=SOblKCz8wyx71s4D
      If you like it please consider buying the album on Bandcamp or timsmolens.com
      I also have a wild sci-fi progressive group (that has to be heard to be believed) consisting of renowned international virtuosos called High Castle Teleorkestra. Here is our new video and we have a record available ("The Egg That Never Opened") on Bandcamp or the bands website.
      th-cam.com/video/Iy3LRe88ieg/w-d-xo.htmlsi=n4QfIb5uvt0tqz2a

  • @lionelcampos9868
    @lionelcampos9868 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent work Thanks for showing your very talented work.....God Bless

    • @TimSmolens
      @TimSmolens  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you for watching and leaving the glowing review. God bless you as well!
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      You may enjoy my video exploring the advanced chord progression to "God Only Knows."
      th-cam.com/video/I2PHOt9_fGc/w-d-xo.html
      The following video link is from my Beach Boys/doo wop-inspired vocal group ISS, and is the title track from our album "She's a Girl," an unapologetic homage to the Beach Boys SMiLE and employs a theme from Heroes and Villains.
      th-cam.com/video/N1t4a3f4FSs/w-d-xo.htmlsi=SOblKCz8wyx71s4D
      If you like it please consider buying the album on Bandcamp or timsmolens.com
      I also have a wild sci-fi progressive group (that has to be heard to be believed) consisting of renowned international virtuosos called High Castle Teleorkestra. Here is our new video and we have a record available ("The Egg That Never Opened") on Bandcamp or the bands website.
      th-cam.com/video/Iy3LRe88ieg/w-d-xo.htmlsi=n4QfIb5uvt0tqz2a

  • @arthurvandelay.
    @arthurvandelay. 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The first time I heard those bg vocals in the song I could swear it was a string section. It sounds so smooth

    • @kingsax7
      @kingsax7 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      TIM ! "GREAT WORK" You're as much of a Genius as Brian ! Ben Sax

  • @ronsaunders7294
    @ronsaunders7294 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I always liked the Beach Boys but never took them too seriously because all I knew was their pre Pet Sounds hits and never listened to complete albums. One day I was stoned and listen to God Only Knows on TH-cam and saw Heroes and Villains on the side bar. I clicked it and wasn't prepared for what I heard. It was amazing, unlike anything I'd ever heard. I got into the whole Smile Sessions and it changed my life. I listened to it every day from beginning to end for over a year. I also went back and discovered their albums and their post Smile material up until Love You. Simply amazing. Too bad that Mike and Al wrestled away creative control and put out all those crappy albums afterward.

  • @matteovalentini4850
    @matteovalentini4850 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Amazing work!!! Long live this channel :)

  • @overjoyous
    @overjoyous ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You're definitely correct about the 3 part choir overdub, There's 20 or so minute long video on TH-cam called the making of Smile and it shows Brian in the studio re-recording everything from the SMiLE album in 2003 or 2004 for his solo release of it. There are only 3 people on a mic for the sustaining chord vocal harmony.

    • @TimSmolens
      @TimSmolens  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Wow, I don't remember that segment of the documentary although I must have seen it. It is not common to have legato and staccato parts intermingled like this and I thought it was a very unique approach.
      Please help my efforts to grow this channel by subscribing and ringing the notification bell. Also check out the categorized playlists ("Music Education Categories") from my various music projects on my channel's homepage to find the videos that might interest you.
      th-cam.com/users/timsmolens
      You may enjoy my video exploring the advanced chord progression to "God Only Knows."
      th-cam.com/video/I2PHOt9_fGc/w-d-xo.html
      The following video link is from my Beach Boys/doo wop-inspired vocal group ISS, and is the title track from our album "She's a Girl," an unapologetic homage to the Beach Boys SMiLE and employs a theme from Heroes and Villains.
      th-cam.com/video/N1t4a3f4FSs/w-d-xo.htmlsi=SOblKCz8wyx71s4D
      If you like it please consider buying the album on Bandcamp or timsmolens.com
      I also have a wild sci-fi progressive group (that has to be heard to be believed) consisting of renowned international virtuosos called High Castle Teleorkestra. Here is our new video and we have a record available ("The Egg That Never Opened") on Bandcamp or the bands website.
      th-cam.com/video/Iy3LRe88ieg/w-d-xo.htmlsi=n4QfIb5uvt0tqz2a

    • @runnersdialzero1244
      @runnersdialzero1244 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      *Smile

  • @andyk5495
    @andyk5495 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks, Tim. This is great!

    • @TimSmolens
      @TimSmolens  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks a lot for taking the time to watch and comment, I appreciate that.
      Please help my efforts to grow this channel by subscribing and ringing the notification bell. Also check out the categorized playlists on my channel to find the videos that might interest you.
      www.youtube.com/@TimSmolens/playlists
      You may enjoy my video exploring the advanced chord progression to "God Only Knows."
      th-cam.com/video/I2PHOt9_fGc/w-d-xo.html
      The following video link is from my Beach Boys/doo wop-inspired vocal group ISS, and is the title track from our album "She's a Girl," an unapologetic homage to the Beach Boys SMiLE and Pet Sounds.
      th-cam.com/video/N1t4a3f4FSs/w-d-xo.htmlsi=SOblKCz8wyx71s4D
      If you like it please consider buying the album on Bandcamp or timsmolens.com
      I also have a wild sci-fi progressive group (that has to be heard to be believed) consisting of renowned international virtuosos called High Castle Teleorkestra. Here is our new video and we have a record available ("The Egg That Never Opened") on Bandcamp or the bands website.
      th-cam.com/video/Iy3LRe88ieg/w-d-xo.htmlsi=n4QfIb5uvt0tqz2a

  • @wilhelmhagberg8854
    @wilhelmhagberg8854 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love this! Thanks.

    • @TimSmolens
      @TimSmolens  ปีที่แล้ว

      You are very welcome and thank you for taking the time to view it!
      Please help my efforts to grow this channel by subscribing and ringing the notification bell. Also check out the categorized playlists ("Music Education Categories") from my various music projects on my channel's homepage to find the videos that might interest you.
      th-cam.com/users/timsmolens
      You may enjoy my video exploring the advanced chord progression to "God Only Knows."
      th-cam.com/video/I2PHOt9_fGc/w-d-xo.html
      The following video link is from my Beach Boys/doo wop-inspired vocal group ISS, and is the title track from our album "She's a Girl," an unapologetic homage to the Beach Boys SMiLE and employs a theme from Heroes and Villains.
      th-cam.com/video/N1t4a3f4FSs/w-d-xo.htmlsi=SOblKCz8wyx71s4D
      If you like it please consider buying the album on Bandcamp or timsmolens.com
      I also have a wild sci-fi progressive group (that has to be heard to be believed) consisting of renowned international virtuosos called High Castle Teleorkestra. Here is our new video and we have a record available ("The Egg That Never Opened") on Bandcamp or the bands website.
      th-cam.com/video/Iy3LRe88ieg/w-d-xo.htmlsi=n4QfIb5uvt0tqz2a

  • @Hikthebaker
    @Hikthebaker 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks for great video. Could you make another video of the middle part of this song? I mean “heroes and villains, just see what you’ve done” part.

  • @bigsby1
    @bigsby1 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great job. I think Dennis tended to sing the parts right above Mike, so he's probably the Baritone 1 part; plus, I believe there are quotes somewhere from Brian talking about Dennis doing that cupping-his-mouth thing to get a specific kind of sound. I can't think of where I've seen that, but as soon as you mentioned the technique it rang a bell. Keep up the good work!

    • @bigsby1
      @bigsby1 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Just found this, referring to Wouldn't it Be Nice: “[It] has a very special and subtle background. One of the features of this record is that Dennis sings a special way, cupping his hands,” Wilson stated in the liner notes. “I had thought for hours of the best way to achieve the sound, and Dennis dug it because he knew it would work.”

    • @TimSmolens
      @TimSmolens  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for the reply and for adding some info that I was not specifically aware of. There are so many layers to this group! Thanks for watching my video as well.
      Please help my efforts to grow this channel by subscribing and ringing the notification bell. Also check out the categorized playlists on my channel to find the videos that might interest you.
      www.youtube.com/@TimSmolens/playlists
      Enjoy my video on the analysis of the chords to God Only Knows.
      th-cam.com/video/I2PHOt9_fGc/w-d-xo.html
      This video from my Beach Boys/doo wop-inspired group ISS, is the title track from our album "She's a Girl," an homage to the Beach Boys SMiLE and Pet Sounds.
      th-cam.com/video/N1t4a3f4FSs/w-d-xo.htmlsi=SOblKCz8wyx71s4D
      If you like it please consider buying the album on Bandcamp or timsmolens.com
      I also have a wild sci-fi progressive group (that has to be heard to be believed) consisting of renowned international virtuosos called High Castle Teleorkestra. Here is our new video and we have a record available ("The Egg That Never Opened") on Bandcamp or the bands website.
      th-cam.com/video/Iy3LRe88ieg/w-d-xo.htmlsi=n4QfIb5uvt0tqz2a

  • @evy613
    @evy613 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks!
    really enjoyed the video, Tim :)
    also helped me understand where did Estradasphere's dubway came from lol

    • @TimSmolens
      @TimSmolens  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching the video, I appreciate that. Dubway, which I had nothing to do with writing or recording of was more of an exploration in human beat box techniques and production than it was about contrapuntal, elaborate vocals. If you listen to the harmonies and rhythms of the vocals in Dubway they are always in unison as opposed to this Heroes and Villains line which has 9 parts, most of which are doing totally different rhythms. Thanks for watching and commenting.
      Please help my efforts to grow this channel by subscribing and ringing the notification bell. Also check out the categorized playlists on my channel to find the videos that might interest you.
      www.youtube.com/@TimSmolens/playlists
      The following video link is from my Beach Boys/doo wop-inspired group ISS, is the title track from our album "She's a Girl," an homage to the Beach Boys SMiLE and Pet Sounds.
      th-cam.com/video/N1t4a3f4FSs/w-d-xo.htmlsi=SOblKCz8wyx71s4D
      If you like it please consider buying the album on Bandcamp or timsmolens.com
      I also have a wild sci-fi progressive group (that has to be heard to be believed) consisting of renowned international virtuosos called High Castle Teleorkestra. Here is our new video and we have a record available ("The Egg That Never Opened") on Bandcamp or the bands website.
      th-cam.com/video/Iy3LRe88ieg/w-d-xo.htmlsi=n4QfIb5uvt0tqz2a

  • @RipReed
    @RipReed ปีที่แล้ว

    Dude! Shout out to a fellow DP user! Been using it since it was called "Performer" ;) (The 90s)

  • @larryboy1975
    @larryboy1975 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I like you, really good work.

  • @NS9213
    @NS9213 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Tim, do a breakdown of "Our Prayer" please. Brian's Masterpiece in vocals.

    • @TimSmolens
      @TimSmolens  3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      It is definitely on my big list to do. I just need to figure out what priority to put the songs in. This is definitely up there and I will take it into consideration too do it sooner than later. Thanks so much for watching and make sure to subscribe

  • @cybercab
    @cybercab ปีที่แล้ว

    This is great!

    • @TimSmolens
      @TimSmolens  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much for checking out my video and leaving feedback!
      Please help my efforts to grow this channel by subscribing and ringing the notification bell. Also check out the categorized playlists ("Music Education Categories") from my various music projects on my channel's homepage to find the videos that might interest you.
      th-cam.com/users/timsmolens
      You may enjoy my video exploring the advanced chord progression to "God Only Knows."
      th-cam.com/video/I2PHOt9_fGc/w-d-xo.html
      The following video link is from my Beach Boys/doo wop-inspired vocal group ISS, and is the title track from our album "She's a Girl," an unapologetic homage to the Beach Boys SMiLE and employs a theme from Heroes and Villains.
      th-cam.com/video/N1t4a3f4FSs/w-d-xo.htmlsi=SOblKCz8wyx71s4D
      If you like it please consider buying the album on Bandcamp or timsmolens.com
      I also have a wild sci-fi progressive group (that has to be heard to be believed) consisting of renowned international virtuosos called High Castle Teleorkestra. Here is our new video and we have a record available ("The Egg That Never Opened") on Bandcamp or the bands website.
      th-cam.com/video/Iy3LRe88ieg/w-d-xo.htmlsi=n4QfIb5uvt0tqz2a

  • @guitarbrad
    @guitarbrad ปีที่แล้ว

    I really like Brian Wilson! I've heard Smile - my favorite "unreleased" song by Brian is "It's Over Now" from Adult/Child also an unreleased Beach Boys album. You can hear the 10 year difference between the two songs. Mike Love said it wasn't Beach Boys music anymore.
    This was very interesting. I love a good musical analysis - that's what this is.
    Did you ever try MuseScore for Mac instead of Digital Performer? It's free and very good for writing and producing sheet music and playing back what you wrote. (I'm not affiliated with them in any way, I just like their kit.)

  • @bobareebop
    @bobareebop ปีที่แล้ว

    My impression has always been that the Baritone 1 part is actually hummed. It just sounds that way to me on the original recording.

  • @Mozart1220
    @Mozart1220 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Heroes and Villains is my alltime favorite song. There is the most beautiful 20 seconds of music ever written right after "You're under arrest!" starting with "My children were raised..."
    Mike love should be dipped in honey and thrown on a hill of ants for crushing Brian's dream. He'd be a wal mart greeter without Brianand his family was rich!

  • @Dakota-xi6cg
    @Dakota-xi6cg 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I haven't heard this song since it came out in the late 60s but, today out of the blue I was singing this song! I thought it was called Hero's & Villagers instead of Villians. Before singing this I was so upset about politics in DC & this happened. I see Mr. T as the Hero & the left...Villans!

  • @noscrubbubblez6515
    @noscrubbubblez6515 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wish we had more from Harry Nilsson. Nillson? Nilsohn? we needed more

  • @chrisco2323
    @chrisco2323 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Nice work, interesting stuff. Santa Claus is real though.

  • @alexgl7074
    @alexgl7074 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hello, what program are you using? Thanks

    • @TimSmolens
      @TimSmolens  4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Digital Performer

  • @DV-mq5fv
    @DV-mq5fv ปีที่แล้ว

    Super! Thanks for doing this. My very little comment is that I prefer to call the D7 (II7) as a secondary dominant chord
    V7 of V7.

    • @TimSmolens
      @TimSmolens  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yep you are correct, but really it is just semantics, there are a number of ways to denote that chord and function. Thanks for watching.

  • @danparsons1423
    @danparsons1423 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

    This reminds me of @SmoothMcGroove doing a Mario tune.

  • @jerrysmith2354
    @jerrysmith2354 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    what audio workshop are you using?

  • @jeffthevideoguy23
    @jeffthevideoguy23 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Can you do "I Just Wasn't Made For These Times?" It has a bunch of stuff going on, even Spanish!

    • @TimSmolens
      @TimSmolens  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yes, I plan to. Spanish?

  • @divinodayacap3313
    @divinodayacap3313 ปีที่แล้ว

    Damn, you also look like Brian.

  • @krasiviynickname3876
    @krasiviynickname3876 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ледженд

  • @bigzach1000
    @bigzach1000 29 วันที่ผ่านมา

    My gut tells me that this section was influenced by another great American creation, The Mills Brothers, who were famous for emulating various instruments with their voices.

    • @TimSmolens
      @TimSmolens  28 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      @@bigzach1000 yeah I love the Mills Brothers.

  • @layne182
    @layne182 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I feel like vegetables is equally complex

    • @TimSmolens
      @TimSmolens  4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@layne182 yeah if we're just talking about vocals then vegetables is pretty damn amazing. The cords in that song are simple as hack but I guess so is here as a villains on this verse part

    • @layne182
      @layne182 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@TimSmolens completely agreed! Both are incredible vocals with some much going on. Brian's ability to hear those lparts is even more astonishing. Love your content!

  • @john_smith_john
    @john_smith_john 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    oh my god get to the point

    • @TimSmolens
      @TimSmolens  3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Watching is a voluntary affair. I have a video that is the more abbreviated version of this lesson as well. The basic format of my channel is not brief nuggets of musical knowledge but rather exploratory lessons where I try to extract the hidden gems of the compositions. If you read 99% of the comments on my channel nobody has an issue with the length, but I it makes sense to me that some people would feel that way. Thanks for watching either way.

  • @SATXbassplayer
    @SATXbassplayer 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I’m at 3:22 and he’s still talking, no singing. I’m out.

    • @TimSmolens
      @TimSmolens  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@SATXbassplayer That's why I made a short version and a long version, you are on the long version
      Here is short
      th-cam.com/video/9HqR_7xEmQg/w-d-xo.htmlsi=vtONoLBc1A2YGN0I

    • @SATXbassplayer
      @SATXbassplayer 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@TimSmolens thank you. The extended version spent a LOT of time talking about things other than Heroes and Villains harmonies.

  • @unknownkingdom
    @unknownkingdom ปีที่แล้ว

    Its not hat complex

  • @lorenarios9461
    @lorenarios9461 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Very interesting analysis. However, a lot of extraneous verbiage/talking - just get on with it!

    • @TimSmolens
      @TimSmolens  3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      A lot of my viewers enjoy the lengthy expositions. On this particular video I did a shorter version for that very reason that I wanted one that got to it quicker.
      th-cam.com/video/9HqR_7xEmQg/w-d-xo.html

  • @benjaminsmith2950
    @benjaminsmith2950 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    One of the coolest songs that has ever or will ever exist

    • @TimSmolens
      @TimSmolens  ปีที่แล้ว

      I agree 100%. Nobody today can achieve anything like what Brian did with this song. Thanks for supporting andwatching.
      Please help my efforts to grow this channel by subscribing and ringing the notification bell. Also check out the categorized playlists on my channel to find the videos that might interest you.
      www.youtube.com/@TimSmolens/playlists
      This video from my Beach Boys/doo wop-inspired group ISS, is the title track from our album "She's a Girl," an homage to the Beach Boys SMiLE and Pet Sounds.
      th-cam.com/video/N1t4a3f4FSs/w-d-xo.htmlsi=SOblKCz8wyx71s4D
      If you like it please consider buying the album on Bandcamp or timsmolens.com
      I also have a wild sci-fi progressive group (that has to be heard to be believed) consisting of renowned international virtuosos called High Castle Teleorkestra. Here is our new video and we have a record available ("The Egg That Never Opened") on Bandcamp or the bands website.
      th-cam.com/video/Iy3LRe88ieg/w-d-xo.htmlsi=n4QfIb5uvt0tqz2a

  • @benjaminsmith2950
    @benjaminsmith2950 ปีที่แล้ว

    I can still hear the slide whistle in my head haha

    • @TimSmolens
      @TimSmolens  ปีที่แล้ว

      I can too! Thanks for watching.
      Please help my efforts to grow this channel by subscribing and ringing the notification bell. Also check out the categorized playlists on my channel to find the videos that might interest you.
      www.youtube.com/@TimSmolens/playlists
      This video from my Beach Boys/doo wop-inspired group ISS, is the title track from our album "She's a Girl," an homage to the Beach Boys SMiLE and Pet Sounds.
      th-cam.com/video/N1t4a3f4FSs/w-d-xo.htmlsi=SOblKCz8wyx71s4D
      If you like it please consider buying the album on Bandcamp or timsmolens.com
      I also have a wild sci-fi progressive group (that has to be heard to be believed) consisting of renowned international virtuosos called High Castle Teleorkestra. Here is our new video and we have a record available ("The Egg That Never Opened") on Bandcamp or the bands website.
      th-cam.com/video/Iy3LRe88ieg/w-d-xo.htmlsi=n4QfIb5uvt0tqz2a