Africa (acoustic Toto cover) - Mike Masse and Jeff Hall

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  • Africa by Toto, an acoustic cover performed by Mike Masse and Jeff Hall. See Mike in Concert: mikemasse.com/concerts Book Mike: mikemasse.com/contact/
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    Africa by Toto, an acoustic cover performed by Mike Massé and Jeff Hall on 8/7/10, at the Pie Pizzeria in South Jordan, Utah.
    Africa Lyrics
    (David Paich/Jeff Porcaro)
    I hear the drums echoing tonight
    But she hears only whispers of some quiet conversation
    She's coming in, 12:30 flight
    The moonlit wings reflect the stars that guide me towards salvation
    I stopped an old man along the way
    Hoping to find some old forgotten words or ancient melodies
    He turned to me as if to say, "Hurry boy, it's waiting there for you"
    It's gonna take a lot to take me away from you
    There's nothing that a hundred men or more could ever do
    I bless the rains down in Africa
    Gonna take some time to do the things we never had
    The wild dogs cry out in the night
    As they grow restless, longing for some solitary company
    I know that I must do what's right
    As sure as Kilimanjaro rises like Olympus above the Serengeti
    I seek to cure what's deep inside, frightened of this thing that I've become
    It's gonna take a lot to drag me away from you
    There's nothing that a hundred men or more could ever do
    I bless the rains down in Africa
    Gonna take some time to do the things we never had
    (Instrumental)
    Hurry boy, she's waiting there for you
    It's gonna take a lot to drag me away from you
    There's nothing that a hundred men or more could ever do
    I bless the rains down in Africa
    I bless the rains down in Africa
    (I bless the rain)
    I bless the rains down in Africa
    (I bless the rain)
    I bless the rains down in Africa
    I bless the rains down in Africa
    (Ah, it's gonna take the time)
    Gonna take some time to do the things we never had
    #africa #acousticclassicrock #mikemasse
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  • @mikemasse
    @mikemasse  5 ปีที่แล้ว +760

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    • @stephanelavagna9527
      @stephanelavagna9527 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      I wish i could ! Your voice and talent are a gift...for us 😁 & HNY2019 from France...sub and big up from me 😉

    • @ihatekillerclowns
      @ihatekillerclowns 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Will you be performing this song?

    • @mikemasse
      @mikemasse  5 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      Absolutely. 👍

    • @seant.m5318
      @seant.m5318 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@mikemasse If you come to Toronto I'm totally coming. Legendary voices!

    • @mikemasse
      @mikemasse  5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@seant.m5318 I really hope to come back soon! I loved that city when I visited a few months ago for a private event.

  • @tyleru96
    @tyleru96 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5382

    Imagine just sitting there enjoying some pizza while the greatest cover of Africa of all time is performed right in front of you lol

    • @RudyG210
      @RudyG210 4 ปีที่แล้ว +40

      Tupdike i would have also paid for the ear orgasm i had, but idk if thats legal?

    • @843292
      @843292 4 ปีที่แล้ว +99

      Tupdike, you're absolutely right... I'm a big fan of Toto covers... but this IS the best cover I've ever heard of Africa! Wow!

    • @JohannGambolputty22
      @JohannGambolputty22 4 ปีที่แล้ว +34

      Weeper, I mean Weezer couldn’t even come close.

    • @TheDaner
      @TheDaner 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      *pineapple pizza

    • @5yearsout
      @5yearsout 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Imagine stumbling onto this seeing him playing at my local Pie Pizzeria.

  • @dougmackey3696
    @dougmackey3696 27 วันที่ผ่านมา +16

    The lead vocals are perfect, the harmony, the acoustic guitar. This cover is second to none.

  • @Protojet1
    @Protojet1 ปีที่แล้ว +108

    Toto’s keyboard player Steve Porcaro said this was his all time favorite cover!!!

  • @riceythemasshole9153
    @riceythemasshole9153 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +485

    Who else has been watching this cover for years and is always blown away by it every time you see it?

    • @RiggsHB
      @RiggsHB 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Me.

    • @johnny-c4mylove268
      @johnny-c4mylove268 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      Every time!!

    • @tombryan1
      @tombryan1 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Saw him live at a winery, wow, just wow

    • @markusrudolf9377
      @markusrudolf9377 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      keep coming back to it!

    • @MrAucklandguy
      @MrAucklandguy 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Each and every time

  • @svendlundby3638
    @svendlundby3638 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3186

    Don't underestimate the bassist, he's doing a lot of magic with the perfect harmonies.

    • @bebaios
      @bebaios 5 ปีที่แล้ว +93

      Absolutely, perfect chemistry and harmonies

    • @leilabermejo4679
      @leilabermejo4679 5 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      Yes agree

    • @talsophos
      @talsophos 5 ปีที่แล้ว +86

      The average Joe would miss these as the lead vocal is so good and powerful. But thay backing is absolutely amazing too right

    • @josiefegan1495
      @josiefegan1495 5 ปีที่แล้ว +75

      especially "i bless the rains down in africa" it's not the obvious harmony that everyone sings, but it's the signature one

    • @Oswlek
      @Oswlek 5 ปีที่แล้ว +32

      Absolutely, it's too bad he's a Yankees fan. :)

  • @MyNameIzDave
    @MyNameIzDave 2 ปีที่แล้ว +480

    The bass player's harmony takes this cover to the next level.

    • @AndyHamstra
      @AndyHamstra ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Amen to that

    • @LS67NOVA
      @LS67NOVA 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      Agreed 100%

    • @chuckjones1962
      @chuckjones1962 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      Yes it does!

    • @markmailloux4472
      @markmailloux4472 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

      spoken like true bass player who sings harmony!

    • @dannylgriffin
      @dannylgriffin หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Agree.

  • @phexus
    @phexus 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +102

    A few claps in the room and millions of claps around the world. Incredible cover.

    • @venturacabecao
      @venturacabecao 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Totally agree

    • @dannylgriffin
      @dannylgriffin หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@venturacabecao I know!

    • @marcpigeon7796
      @marcpigeon7796 22 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      17 million !

  • @youtubecommentsectiondebates
    @youtubecommentsectiondebates 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +456

    I discovered this video nearly 10 years ago and I still come back to listen to it. One of the greatest covers I've ever heard.

    • @KESJEDWJ
      @KESJEDWJ 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      tits right? me too.

    • @BreathingDragonfire
      @BreathingDragonfire 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      I fully agree.

    • @cameronmcbride1102
      @cameronmcbride1102 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      I'm grateful it's on Spotify on my playlists

    • @PorscheFTW
      @PorscheFTW 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Just found this gem. Just now. These guys go nuts with the harmonies - sounds amazing!
      Peace & Love from Northern NY

    • @mlvdlinden9537
      @mlvdlinden9537 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Same

  • @StantonDJJoker
    @StantonDJJoker 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1598

    Did the customers even realize that they were witnessing the greatest cover of Africa, ever?

    • @DougMacRay
      @DougMacRay 5 ปีที่แล้ว +91

      You can hear a voice at the very, very end of the video say something like: “Great f*ing (?) perfect.” He knew it was flawless, but I don’t think the majority of the audience realized that they were just privy to one of the best live acoustic performances ever captured. And that is why this is, and will forever remain, an unrecognized masterpiece.
      I’ll digress for but a moment- There’s only three other acoustic songs that bring me to tears: REM’s Fall on Me, Pearl Jam’s Black and Nirvana’s Where Did you Sleep Last night. I put this performance along side of those. Maybe even above them given the venue.
      To me- what Mike and Jeff did that rainy day, is sublime.
      Stay safe & stay strong.
      Warmly, Boston

    • @cliftonbyrd8681
      @cliftonbyrd8681 5 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      Unfortunately the beers and conversation overshadowed the unbelievable rendition of Africa. That was as good as it gets. Mike and Jeff - hopefully we are adding to the applause that you so richly deserve as we sit at home and enjoy your performance.

    • @RedSplinter36
      @RedSplinter36 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Seriously though!!! Holy wow this is AMAZING!

    • @Miller78226
      @Miller78226 5 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      They were all truly truly blessed🙏🏼, to be that fortunate, drop by for a slice of pizza, and get treated to this masterpiece...everytime i go for pizza now, I'm lookin out for a slightly overweight red headed guy with a guitar...🤣👍🏼

    • @sportsimulations5353
      @sportsimulations5353 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      No doubt

  • @TrapMusicNow
    @TrapMusicNow 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3842

    That chorus though. WOW

    • @dukedalington
      @dukedalington 6 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      Amazing!!

    • @nitramza861
      @nitramza861 6 ปีที่แล้ว +35

      I know. Raw talent here, folks.

    • @Dom-nn1kg
      @Dom-nn1kg 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      +

    • @Mr_GO_HERD
      @Mr_GO_HERD 6 ปีที่แล้ว +45

      When that chorus hit it’s just ... 😳

    • @RustyRogers
      @RustyRogers 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I know, right?

  • @ScottO84
    @ScottO84 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Checking in yet again in 2023 to listen to this masterpiece again.

  • @jerwin2804
    @jerwin2804 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +108

    Mike's vocals are powerful and amazing but lets not underestimate the importance Jeff's harmony. It wouldnt be the same without it.

    • @johnnyhenleyjr74
      @johnnyhenleyjr74 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Jeff's harmony is simply incredible!

  • @Malsum
    @Malsum 3 ปีที่แล้ว +621

    Ten years later, and I'm STILL waiting for Toto to make a cover of Mike Masse's Africa... 😉

    • @28happenstance
      @28happenstance 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Ha! Lmao.

    • @needleneedle6294
      @needleneedle6294 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Check out Mike's same cover of this song with the MonaLisa Twins.... it is even a step above this one. Im thankful that they have matured at the right time to cover this with Mike and make magic.

    • @shaadydog1
      @shaadydog1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Toto should do a reaction video!

    • @randomelvis3359
      @randomelvis3359 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@shaadydog1
      Look up Mike’s “Hold you back now” cover...in the description he adds a personal email conversation with Steve Lukather.... Steve gives a nice chat and reaction, worth a look 👌🏻😉

    • @KeithRyan
      @KeithRyan 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@needleneedle6294 DAMN, those vocals!!!

  • @arthurmatthews9321
    @arthurmatthews9321 4 ปีที่แล้ว +457

    The guy on base has stunning harmony.

  • @brandonfinley9248
    @brandonfinley9248 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +77

    Holy heck. Lead singer, unreal voice. Rythym player, unreal support vocals. You guys are perfect together.

  • @ScutchP1
    @ScutchP1 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +75

    Still arguably the greatest cover of any song I've heard. Ever. I also have to say, without taking away the absolute brilliance of Mike's musical prowess, Jeff Hall's harmony on the vocals during this song was literal perfection. One of the first songs I added to my Favourites many years ago. It will always remain.

  • @raltommo
    @raltommo 5 ปีที่แล้ว +448

    I still can't believe how anyone can sound so good singing live, with that kind of setup, in a fucking pizerria and wearing a Rush T-shirt. Just a mindblowing performance. I can only imagine the guy sitting there in the end who was there to treat himself to a nice and affordable pizza and ended up bearing witness to the greatest rendition of a classic of american music. Priceless.

    • @ChristianGates
      @ChristianGates 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Mel E. Wtf does the t shirt have anything to do with it😂

    • @mikemasse
      @mikemasse  5 ปีที่แล้ว +58

      @@ChristianGates The Rush shirt has *everything* to do with it. 👍😉 Rush fans know what I mean....

    • @BobLoeber
      @BobLoeber 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I agree with Mike!! Hey Mike I am in awe of your voices in this video and ALL of your videos really. I’m a drummer with nominal guitar and keyboard ability. I can’t sing and play at the same time, which is VERY FRUSTRATING. But I’m trying. I was practicing Rush, Tears last night on the guitar 🎸 and thought “Hey Mike Massie should be playing this song. Ever do it?

    • @mikefreland4828
      @mikefreland4828 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      The guy in the RUSH T-Shirt is amazing! Wow! Just soo good! Damn what a voice!

    • @brendanfisher
      @brendanfisher 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Laughed out loud at "a nice and affordable pizza" 😂

  • @jaakkot9661
    @jaakkot9661 7 ปีที่แล้ว +197

    I'm sure those harmonies gave God goosebumps

    • @markfritchman7773
      @markfritchman7773 7 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      John Burnham Funny, I had goosebumps listening to the harmonies as I read your comment!

    • @nicolabirch5347
      @nicolabirch5347 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Mark Fritchman omd same😂

  • @lumo7461
    @lumo7461 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +13

    The people in that room never even realised theyd just listened to THE best cover of this song ever!!!

  • @Andrew-nx9jr
    @Andrew-nx9jr ปีที่แล้ว +25

    I love the bass player! Sitting there in his Hawaiian shirt and cap, crushing every aspect of this song. Banger bass playing, just picking away…. amazing harmonies.

  • @christianpetersen163
    @christianpetersen163 4 ปีที่แล้ว +306

    Let's take another moment and another comment to appreciate Jeff Hall's bass and harmonies.

    • @mattburch6482
      @mattburch6482 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Yes, great call. This song demands two very strong and capable singers. They nearly carry equal weight. An amazingly talented pair.

    • @fdllicks
      @fdllicks 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Bassist is a great part of the music, and a great vocalist

    • @CandyCinema
      @CandyCinema 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      For real. That harmonizing is goosebump inducing.

    • @MK-xl9tt
      @MK-xl9tt 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes that dude is solid. Love all their vids. “CHEERS”

    • @Andrew-nx9jr
      @Andrew-nx9jr 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      They are awesome! Dude looks like he’s having the time of his life.

  • @RVgeeks
    @RVgeeks 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1110

    Greatest Africa cover of all time!!

    • @LivanDon
      @LivanDon 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @Al Simmons exquisite

    • @needleneedle6294
      @needleneedle6294 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      2nd greatest cover. Mike and with Mona and Lisa Wagner (MonaLisa Twins) exceeds this version. Jeff Hall is great in his own right, but hes just does not compare to MLT and the perfect harmony with Mike.

    • @shaadydog1
      @shaadydog1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      @@needleneedle6294 Link it, the version I have seen was not impressive...The bassist doesn't harmonize well, they both drown Mike out, and the instruments do not fill the ear like this version does. For what/when/where this was it still is the best cover of this song ever, when you see comments like "I never would have guessed this was live" and "it was like listening to this song for the first time" I will stick to that statement.

    • @ApocGuy
      @ApocGuy 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@needleneedle6294 Frog leap first, mike second, then everything else ;)

    • @tarabowman1006
      @tarabowman1006 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Damn agreed!! I’m bawling my eyes out and listening to it on repeat!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️🥰🥰😭😭😭

  • @LilPaulTheDrummerBoy
    @LilPaulTheDrummerBoy ปีที่แล้ว +115

    I’ve been watching this cover on TH-cam for years, and I always find myself coming back to it. You two really shine together as musicians, and I’ve yet to hear a better cover of Africa. So pleasing to my ears!

    • @Muchachumalo
      @Muchachumalo 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      Same here. Keep returning (and get impressed)

    • @DevinWasLikeYo
      @DevinWasLikeYo 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      same bro lol

    • @FatalPhenom
      @FatalPhenom 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Returning listener myself. It's too good

    • @irel4nd
      @irel4nd 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Same here over a decade now and still the best. So much has happened in those years and this song is one of the very few constants. ❤

    • @zacksmith4135
      @zacksmith4135 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Same

  • @L3x4Pr0ne
    @L3x4Pr0ne ปีที่แล้ว +118

    I come back every now and again just to hear the cover of this song.
    What an absolute masterpiece. Not just the lead vocal here, but that sweet sweet harmony in perfect unison.
    Ugh. Perfection.

    • @b4unoit949
      @b4unoit949 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Same here.
      Like, right now.

    • @emmanueludoh77
      @emmanueludoh77 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yep, stopping by to drink it in again!
      March 31, 2023

  • @robbertwerker3837
    @robbertwerker3837 7 ปีที่แล้ว +234

    best aspect of this cover: jeff hall harmonizing, WOW!

    • @wwestbrook
      @wwestbrook 7 ปีที่แล้ว +51

      he is seriously under appreciated.

    • @worldsend142able
      @worldsend142able 7 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Robbert Werker he's solid

    • @pizzaboy1250
      @pizzaboy1250 7 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      Robbert Werker he's so into the music and spot on vocally. They are the perfect duo.

  • @hrchesterfield
    @hrchesterfield 3 ปีที่แล้ว +928

    I hope one day that we can all agree that this is the best cover of any song on TH-cam.

    • @FishingBenB
      @FishingBenB 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      That day is today... This cover has the power to unify all people's of the world in the way The Wylde Stallions were always trying to accomplish!

    • @chupasaurus
      @chupasaurus 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Well there's a Space Oddity cover performed and recorded on ISS, the competition is quite fierce.

    • @jeremyvolelli1194
      @jeremyvolelli1194 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I can agree. Its wow.

    • @timn4481
      @timn4481 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      IMAGINE.

    • @maarten7863
      @maarten7863 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      This is the best cover on here.. listened to them the past ten years and nobody comes even close..

  • @michaellawrence4621
    @michaellawrence4621 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +23

    All these years later, and here I am still listening. Best cover on TH-cam…❤️🎼

  • @jamescanton
    @jamescanton ปีที่แล้ว +29

    No two people have any right to sing that well, live, in the same room. Incredible.

    • @kurtwpg
      @kurtwpg หลายเดือนก่อน

      That first chorus, holy shit.

  • @derekGarbanzo
    @derekGarbanzo 8 ปีที่แล้ว +145

    Holy shit this dude can sing.

  • @craigdetroit
    @craigdetroit 2 ปีที่แล้ว +203

    Jeff Hall deserves some love for the bass and backup vocals. He was on point!

    • @russmartin4189
      @russmartin4189 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      And he is cool as a cumber. Just kind of hangs out there doing his job.

  • @ninji522
    @ninji522 ปีที่แล้ว +225

    This is not only the best cover of this song I've ever heard, its one of the best covers I've heard period. They kept the heart of the song but made something unique, outstanding.

    • @michaelwilliams7026
      @michaelwilliams7026 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      i totally agree there is about 6 guys or more in toto these 2 are out of this world and your right its absoultly right its the best cover of any song

    • @randalllewis6001
      @randalllewis6001 ปีที่แล้ว

      not even close, the best cover of all time is A day in the life, by the same guys

    • @DougMacRay
      @DougMacRay 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Totally agree and all without percussion. It’s mind blowing.
      Cheers from Boston
      Sept. 2023

  • @stevemarshall8268
    @stevemarshall8268 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    There's a tiny thin line between rocking out wicked good like this in a pizza shop and being on a stage in front of 80,000. Total talent

  • @Htheorphanarian
    @Htheorphanarian 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1187

    if I walked into a pizza joint and heard this cover, I'd walk out, thinking, no way I can afford the pizza here...

    • @ianreeve5941
      @ianreeve5941 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Brilliant, just brilliant!

    • @Tassilago
      @Tassilago 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Htheorphanarian
      😂😂😂👍!

    • @windellmcspindell3652
      @windellmcspindell3652 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      lmaooo

    • @MTRyan321
      @MTRyan321 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Haha! This made me bust out laughing

    • @robinicus1133
      @robinicus1133 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Funny as hell.

  • @michtig
    @michtig 3 ปีที่แล้ว +364

    Doctor: you only have 4 minutes and 38 seconds to live
    Me:

    • @mikemasse
      @mikemasse  3 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      🤣

    • @Powerslider
      @Powerslider 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      hahaha

    • @Tassilago
      @Tassilago 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      😂😂😂

    • @jeremyvolelli1194
      @jeremyvolelli1194 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      So true..

    • @jimbrace4671
      @jimbrace4671 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Heard this 10 years ago and was totally mesmerized....listened to it over and over for more than 2 hours straight. Heard a lot of covers since then, none that top it.

  • @OTPChargers
    @OTPChargers 20 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

    12 year later...still the greatest cover of any song. Ever.

  • @hawkeye_544
    @hawkeye_544 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    This is why TH-cam exists. For all of us who didn't have the opportunity to hear this stellar performance of Africa at The Pie Pizzeria in South Jordan, UT, we at least have this recording. And so glad we do! This isn't just my favorite cover song, this is my favorite video of all time on TH-cam. Hats off to Mike Masse (those vocals!!) and Jeff Hall (that bass!). Wow.

  • @Jsalcedo23
    @Jsalcedo23 10 ปีที่แล้ว +218

    This is literally the best cover I've ever seen to any song, ever. Holy shit

    • @CTYPCL
      @CTYPCL 10 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Yeah right? Its like one of the best pieces of music have I ever seen

    • @Jsalcedo23
      @Jsalcedo23 10 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Toni Blackbird
      truly is.
      both guys are really good

    • @jonathanperry7051
      @jonathanperry7051 10 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I concurr, all these guys covers are incredible, the sound of silence was incredible too

    • @hgpwns
      @hgpwns 10 ปีที่แล้ว

      if you don't mind the accent, theirs is pretty good too: watch?v=xMbPKMUQVc0

    • @christopherlang2349
      @christopherlang2349 9 ปีที่แล้ว

      Check out their cover of U2's "Pride". As one poster said, "The Voice" coaches would be annihilating their buttons!!!

  • @matviyko8463
    @matviyko8463 2 ปีที่แล้ว +660

    This recording is still THE best Africa cover I've ever seen and heard, and the internet is a HUGE place! 😲

    • @devillockj
      @devillockj 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      Even Toto says that.

    • @neilmontroy9123
      @neilmontroy9123 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I agree

    • @matthewanthony4606
      @matthewanthony4606 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Almost brings a tear to my eye

    • @bollak778
      @bollak778 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      best cover ever ......by far

    • @pdhps6407
      @pdhps6407 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Proof somethings are better next time round

  • @w3-watchingwithwombat79
    @w3-watchingwithwombat79 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    Just saw this for the first time tonight. I am in awe of the vocals. Such a powerful performance.

  • @mrh4195
    @mrh4195 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I'm down a mike rabbit hole. Just sat for an hour watching everything in awe.

    • @mikemasse
      @mikemasse  ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Sometimes my channel can make someone late for a very important date. 🐇

    • @ruzicaakarose2605
      @ruzicaakarose2605 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I’ve done that a few times! 😂

  • @monis256
    @monis256 5 ปีที่แล้ว +423

    The only bad part of this video is the lukewarm applause from the audience at the end of the cover. Hands down the best cover of 'Africa'

    • @rydergrimes6696
      @rydergrimes6696 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Vivian Ajay Monis only good version of this song other than the original

    • @debbieb9893
      @debbieb9893 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Just.. wow

    • @rueda82nd
      @rueda82nd 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      they were stuffing their faces with Pizza LOL

    • @KP-dd2ci
      @KP-dd2ci 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Totes messed, right?

    • @rookieg
      @rookieg 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      They were still in shock of how amazing it was

  • @wdvnge
    @wdvnge 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1227

    9 years later and this is still the best cover i have ever seen 👌🏾

    • @careerstreet
      @careerstreet 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Wodavenge absolutely agree.... pure 🙏

    • @AbdaiZsolt
      @AbdaiZsolt 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Yes, that’s true

    • @stevedavis7451
      @stevedavis7451 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      This and Marc Martel`s Bohemian Rhapsady just blow me away!

    • @alitabattlechicken9732
      @alitabattlechicken9732 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Still like weezer’s slightiy better, but this is great

    • @jdizzle9011
      @jdizzle9011 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      2019

  • @chriscatton705
    @chriscatton705 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I have watched this 100 times or more

    • @npacknoski
      @npacknoski 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Same

  • @josefcosta8267
    @josefcosta8267 13 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Holy God you two can SING!!!!! That was absolutely INSPIRED...BEAUTIFUL!!!!!!!!!

  • @photosolutions8618
    @photosolutions8618 3 ปีที่แล้ว +665

    Today I learned I'm not getting my money's worth at my local pizzeria.

  • @Ash-fm6ym
    @Ash-fm6ym 3 ปีที่แล้ว +348

    Just read on Mike's website that every single member of Toto loves this cover, have met Mike and told him they show this cover to everyone they meet. Wow ! I would have died with happiness on the spot :p

    • @tomiasthexder7673
      @tomiasthexder7673 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      There is a video out there with two of the Toto guys taking about how good this cover is.

    • @devillockj
      @devillockj ปีที่แล้ว +2

      It’s priceless. It’s probably the greatest live recording ever

  • @rmwensel
    @rmwensel ปีที่แล้ว +3

    12 years later and I still find myself coming back to listen to this song from time to time and I don't even like ToTo.

  • @madbowler6
    @madbowler6 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

    I am flabbergasted. Speechless. That just might be. (probably is) the greatest recording of Africa the world has ever known. At some small time pizza shop in Utah. Unbelievable.

  • @WinterlightningZ
    @WinterlightningZ 5 ปีที่แล้ว +992

    Wife: So, is that the original group doing this acoustic or what?
    Me: No, it's two guys at a pizzeria.
    Wife: wow...

    • @paulcunningham5327
      @paulcunningham5327 5 ปีที่แล้ว +34

      Right!!!!???? these guys are fantastic and their harmonies are outstanding.... at a Pizzeria....

    • @GK1976A
      @GK1976A 5 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      Why can't we have these guys at my local Pizza Express?
      That's what I want to know.

    • @mahnoorshairali6877
      @mahnoorshairali6877 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Yeah.....almost as good as the "original group" 😄

    • @jrawk5594
      @jrawk5594 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I think they should start a Pizza Place circuit

    • @fulannaluf8387
      @fulannaluf8387 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I want this guys to play in our jollibee. Hahaha

  • @rogeriopereira1500
    @rogeriopereira1500 3 ปีที่แล้ว +261

    Jeff Hall, one of the best backing vocals I've ever heard. I think that is a bass player's gift.

    • @adamkail4449
      @adamkail4449 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Totally agree! Like Michael Anthony from VH.

    • @spfredbank
      @spfredbank 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I pop in every now and then to listen again to this amazing cover. I remember when it first came out in 2010?. Mike Massé's voice blew me away, but it is only now - after I have a better speaker system to hear the amazing harmonies of Jeff Hall. Your comment is spot on.

  • @radiowolf14
    @radiowolf14 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Thankfully this version will be preserved and available for ALL following generations to enjoy... this performance is as good as it gets... PERIOD!!!

  • @slashdaniel
    @slashdaniel 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    You go out for a quiet bite to eat and these two are belting out these songs!. Wow, sounds like getting welcomed into heaven ! How lucky these people were .

  • @maggschie
    @maggschie 5 ปีที่แล้ว +488

    This is literally the best Cover i've ever seen.

  • @randombaldguy4771
    @randombaldguy4771 6 ปีที่แล้ว +180

    Never underestimate two guys with guitars wearing T-shirts in a pizza place.

    • @dgrundman7499
      @dgrundman7499 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      ESPECIALLY when one of those shirts us a RUSH shirt SNORT!!
      Temples of Syrinx Mike? Ah? Ahhh?? Closer to the Heart? I KNOW you've already been hit up many times to cover CTTH because of that Rush shirt & your incredible high range Mike. Personally, myself & about a million others are impatiently waiting for you to go there, ESPECIALLY now they are officially retired. Show 'em some love bro!! 😀

    • @dhenzparcotila4173
      @dhenzparcotila4173 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Random Bald Guy true

  • @user-ey8cv4hz1r
    @user-ey8cv4hz1r ปีที่แล้ว +15

    For me it's not the best cover of Africa. It is the best version. A stunning performance. All my respect to both of you. Been listening to this version for a few years now.

  • @davidncbrown
    @davidncbrown ปีที่แล้ว +15

    10 years ago I discovered this video. Still gives me chills when they break into the chorus. Its a harmony as rare as Simon and Garfunkel. There are people in this world that make such beautiful music and I am humbled to be able to listen to it whenever I want. 🙏

  • @HilahJohnson
    @HilahJohnson 10 ปีที่แล้ว +97

    This has always been a favorite song of mine and this cover is ridiculously beautiful.

  • @ScottAnd
    @ScottAnd 10 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    Ive watched this so many times I lost track. Never gets old. I nominate Jeff and Mike to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

  • @1712phil
    @1712phil 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Bass guy completely into it 🔥🔥 Both stunning. Love it 😍

  • @jeffpblues
    @jeffpblues ปีที่แล้ว +33

    I haven't listened to this for a while and came back to it today. This is one of those once in a lifetime performances that are simply jaw-dropping great. A piece of musical perfection by a couple of dudes just putting it out there in a little pizzeria. As so many have said, the best cover of this song ever. Timeless.

  • @SuperhelterYNWA
    @SuperhelterYNWA 5 ปีที่แล้ว +360

    I hereby declare ‘unplugged at the pizzeria’ the best unplugged gig of all time. Sorry Kurt...

    • @flatlandrory
      @flatlandrory 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Best comment. Ever.

    • @maryh3470
      @maryh3470 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      😅 for real tho

    • @type2gurl296
      @type2gurl296 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Lolz

    • @kfrizzle1230
      @kfrizzle1230 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Please dont imply that Nirvana's Unplugged was superior to Alice In Chains'

    • @johnbondsoni1172
      @johnbondsoni1172 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Dont do my kurtis dirty like that

  • @carloscunha1181
    @carloscunha1181 8 ปีที่แล้ว +163

    I drink whisky, and listen to Mike Masse covers! Pretty much makes for a perfect night!

    • @Vanedis
      @Vanedis 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I hear ya buddy, for me it's wine that does the trick though.

    • @PlasmaFairy5
      @PlasmaFairy5 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sweet!

    • @MJ-gj6ep
      @MJ-gj6ep 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      lol

    • @dscan01
      @dscan01 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ah Snap! That's what I'm doin

    • @DaJackalFIN
      @DaJackalFIN 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same here! :)

  • @joebrowntea
    @joebrowntea ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I went to a TOTO concert some 20 years ago, it wasn’t as impressive as this. It’s insane

  • @yongtimlim5038
    @yongtimlim5038 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    I must’ve first heard this cover about 9 or 10 years ago. I was absolutely stunned by the vocals and immediately shared it with my then wife. She grew up in a church and is a natural singer and piano player. She was amazed that I actually shared some “quality” music with her for the first time (she’s a sucker for flawless harmonics).
    We’re divorced now and our marriage ended almost as badly as it possibly could have. I didn’t know what to expect when I started rewatching this cover but was pleasantly surprised when it rushed back only happy memories of my former marriage.
    I’m glad I got to listen to this amazing cover one more time ❤️❤️

    • @mikemasse
      @mikemasse  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      ❤️

  • @DullBoyJack
    @DullBoyJack 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1481

    Seven and a half years later and this is still the canonical version of this song in my head. Whenever I imagine this is the version I hear. And it was two dudes in a Pizzeria on a random august saturday. Unbelievable, Mike. You guys really did something special.

    • @DougMacRay
      @DougMacRay 6 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      Summarized perfectly John. Warmly, Boston

    • @CajunKing2006
      @CajunKing2006 5 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      John Caldwell couldnt agree more Amazing I still get chills when I listen to it

    • @ssteets
      @ssteets 5 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      Watched this for probably the 30th time tonight, 5 months after this comment, and I couldn't have said it better. The harmony is this cover is so spot on, and the final chorus blows my mind. The definitive best Africa cover out there.

    • @jeremywade6986
      @jeremywade6986 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      John Caldwell Of all the wonderful covers Mike and Jeff have done this ones shines brightest!

    • @dustinschings7042
      @dustinschings7042 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Same. When I hear the tune, I hear these vocals. Anything else is a letdown, sorry Rivers!

  • @SharpByCoop
    @SharpByCoop 4 ปีที่แล้ว +386

    2010: Polite applause at the end. Probably 10 people.
    2023: 17 million views :)

    • @shaadydog1
      @shaadydog1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      Saddly their a 1.7k thumbs down??? I cant comprehend how anyone watching videos who knows Toto/Africa or is artistically inclined could down vote. Just doesnt make any sense
      Not that it matters it just shows how pathetic humanity is at this point, at least its brought joy to someone over 13million times that alone puts another smile on my face....

    • @TheDaner
      @TheDaner 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      shaadydog1 1700 people are complete dickheads. I think it’s that simple.

    • @thomas_2285
      @thomas_2285 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Polite applause mixed with weird laughing. What exactly was that person laughing at?

    • @slambodianjones
      @slambodianjones 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@TheDaner absolutely right, 1700 salty ass people who can't appreciate what is before them

    • @tonybhoy1881
      @tonybhoy1881 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      jkx22 That was the bass player laughing.

  • @kellyvincent6467
    @kellyvincent6467 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    All the words that come to mind just seem inadequate 👏👏👏

  • @onne2538
    @onne2538 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Listening to this in Africa in 2023 and it’s brilliant. Well done gentlemen 👍🏽👏🏽🤩

  • @chrisofnottingham
    @chrisofnottingham 7 ปีที่แล้ว +206

    I love how the underwhelming audience response is in complete contrast to the number of TH-cam views.

    • @joechiricosta4004
      @joechiricosta4004 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Because people on TH-cam know the shit. Not the dicks eating the pizza.

    • @Midori_Ringo
      @Midori_Ringo 6 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      I kinda think they're just stunned and busy trying to pick their jaw up off the floor. Personally if I was there and I had no idea who these guys were i'd be like WTF? Where did that come from? Did that just really happen? f

    • @digitool5944
      @digitool5944 6 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      scientific research has shown that people don't give a shit about live street music, they put a professional violinist in a top orchestra and put him with his expensive violin in a subway station and no one stopped to listen

    • @christopherantimie1613
      @christopherantimie1613 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Roland Kramer I wouldn’t call that scientific research. It’s an interesting video but it’s obviously going to be manipulated to an extent to add more drama to the scene. Also, putting someone in the subway at a busy time isn’t a very ideal place. People are busy and don’t have much time to stand around on the way to work and the like

  • @PelFox
    @PelFox 7 ปีที่แล้ว +98

    Fuck I wish I could sing like this

    • @duh4895
      @duh4895 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same man, my voice is very unpleasant to listen to, and I know that singing lessons wouldn't help unfortunately. Singing like this is my only dream.

  • @mitchmacmangamming5484
    @mitchmacmangamming5484 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Oh, Danny boy, the pipes, the pipes of these men!!!

  • @kierondouglas9532
    @kierondouglas9532 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    13yrs after this has beem up loaded. Still the best acoustic version of this song I've heard. Majestic.

  • @The_Real_Indiana_Joe
    @The_Real_Indiana_Joe 5 ปีที่แล้ว +261

    Holy Crap!! Took me 8 years to find this??? WTF? THAT WAS EPIC!!!

  • @jameswilkins1332
    @jameswilkins1332 7 ปีที่แล้ว +437

    Every now and again, like a few minutes ago, I get that "I need to watch Mike Masse singing Africa" feeling.
    Until next time Mike, and my god there will be a next time, thanks again.

    • @thomasbisset1136
      @thomasbisset1136 7 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      James Wilkins that's basically my life in one sentence.

    • @danielgiorgi9599
      @danielgiorgi9599 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      James Wilkins same here! And that has been going on for 3/4 years now?

    • @DustinMorrisGOOGLE
      @DustinMorrisGOOGLE 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      So much this

    • @Whiskeyshoots15
      @Whiskeyshoots15 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      James Wilkins correct. That has been my life ever since I saw this like 4 years ago. I doubt I've gone 3 months since without thinking.. "better check out the best cover of any song ever again.." can't believe I lived in Utah my whole life until the Military moved me away 8 years ago and I never got to see these fellas Jam.

    • @jameswilkins1332
      @jameswilkins1332 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      and what a life it is!

  • @joeeylee
    @joeeylee ปีที่แล้ว +2

    “that was perfect.”
    - the guy at the end
    …it absolutely was. bravo, guys!

  • @bassfunkmaster85
    @bassfunkmaster85 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    The harmony is what gets me every time

  • @bertisat2008
    @bertisat2008 7 ปีที่แล้ว +207

    Hello Mike,
    my name is Albert, I live in the south of Spain. I just wanted to let you know
    how much your music has inspired me as a struggling musician and especially in
    the last year, my wife left me for another man after 8 years together, I was
    devastated and broke, but from viewing your videos and listening to your
    singing, I built up the courage to keep on gigging and started writing and
    managed to record my own album. Nine months after this happened, I now
    earn a living with regular gigs. I´m sure you
    have heard this story a thousand times, but you really helped me get through
    and I want to thank you and Jeff Hall...and all your musicians. Amazing
    syncronicity between you guys, most of your covers are all better than the
    original singers.(i bet they know that too..haha). Anyway...thanks for your
    voice, good luck and keep rocking. Alberto.

    • @mikemasse
      @mikemasse  7 ปีที่แล้ว +42

      Thanks for sharing that, Alberto. So glad to hear it! Best of luck with your music.

    • @nellychess
      @nellychess 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Alberto where can we see you?

    • @wguid
      @wguid 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Stay strong, brother

    • @jayanthkumar7964
      @jayanthkumar7964 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Alberto, do let us know where we can see you perform. One day i hope to travel to the South of Spain and would love to see such passion come to life in a performance. Cheers and all the best.

    • @joaovidalfigueiredo6707
      @joaovidalfigueiredo6707 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      forza alberto, saludo de portugal

  • @garryroberts5106
    @garryroberts5106 2 ปีที่แล้ว +62

    And that boys and girls is the epitome of how backup harmony can make a great cover into something sublime ... kudos to the bass guy !!!!!!

  • @bobberry6478
    @bobberry6478 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Lower register harmonies are sometims hard to grasp. Kudos to Jeff Hall. They never have done it better. What a moment in time.......

  • @Gordydoggg
    @Gordydoggg 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

    13 years later, we are still enjoying this absolutely fantastic rendition and superb performance

  • @JB-go9zk
    @JB-go9zk 4 ปีที่แล้ว +86

    A couple guys in a pizza joint record what would be the most notorious Africa cover of all time ..

  • @leonardomalheiros7628
    @leonardomalheiros7628 8 ปีที่แล้ว +292

    Wtf? Be you angels? Congratulations guys. Most beautiful cover that I see... Brazil loves you!

    • @mikemasse
      @mikemasse  8 ปีที่แล้ว +207

      +Leonardo Malheiros Nay, we are but men. Rock!

    • @leonardomalheiros7628
      @leonardomalheiros7628 8 ปีที่แล้ว +36

      Mike Masse Oh Man!!! You know the Tenacious D!!!! I'm your fan brother! Brazil are your fan. We need musicians like you!! Thanks for answering. Great TH-camr!

    • @pascalmerschaudio
      @pascalmerschaudio 8 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      +Mike Massé Best comment Tenacious D... Rock on guys

    • @CommandoIvan
      @CommandoIvan 8 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Right? Hell if I didn't know any better, I'd think they were the actual singers.

    • @MINNISOTA420
      @MINNISOTA420 8 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      lmfao that reference tho.

  • @killjoi8762
    @killjoi8762 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    The way I rate covers of this song is how the vocalist sings “things we never had” this man killed it

  • @yehudahecht1520
    @yehudahecht1520 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    When I focus on Jeff's vocals in the chorus, I get chills. Every single time.

  • @badsaint1019
    @badsaint1019 5 ปีที่แล้ว +409

    Not just the best cover of Africa, but probably the best cover on youtube period.

    • @carolmanies7641
      @carolmanies7641 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      This is so awesome !!!

    • @Larcona_
      @Larcona_ 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      That's a really big claim.

    • @reyrogers2806
      @reyrogers2806 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Larcona_ So? Where is your link to a better cover of "Africa". Just shut the fuck up fool.

    • @surefire1585
      @surefire1585 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Rey Rogers Damn bro you shut him up 😂 💁‍♂️

  • @nickpani5728
    @nickpani5728 4 ปีที่แล้ว +613

    I having a big problem …….I went to listen to the original and I prefer this version now …………..

    • @gurra4154
      @gurra4154 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Nick Pani agree

    • @tjsullivan4793
      @tjsullivan4793 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Funny me too

    • @yermawasahampster
      @yermawasahampster 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      This is one of those times where an enthusiastic stripped-down version blows the original out of the water :)

    • @martas9283
      @martas9283 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      no problem surely :)

    • @alonsocushing2398
      @alonsocushing2398 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I'm kinda heading that way too.

  • @ShaunOfTheDodd
    @ShaunOfTheDodd ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Jeff Hall inspired me to learn how to harmonise properly. Angelic.

  • @watchmyepics
    @watchmyepics 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    THE best version, have heard some great voices and harmonizing of this song, BUT…this cover just hits the soul of the song so we’ll. Great work!

  • @seanm4105
    @seanm4105 4 ปีที่แล้ว +379

    Video in 2010: “Hey here’s this cover we did at a pizzeria”
    Me in 2020: “still watching it over and over “

    • @ericcartmansstrengthandpow5960
      @ericcartmansstrengthandpow5960 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      If only we could go back in time and warn people to start stock piling toilet paper.

    • @Kingx90
      @Kingx90 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      2010 was mid recession, and all this time they had this gift.

  • @robshriver5006
    @robshriver5006 5 ปีที่แล้ว +210

    Everyone went Gaga over Weezer's version of this song. In my opinion, Mike and Jeff put Weezer to shame. This is the best cover of this song I've Ever heard!

    • @jameskipp1657
      @jameskipp1657 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      100% agree!

    • @crystalraptor195
      @crystalraptor195 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I agree!

    • @justinsorg2663
      @justinsorg2663 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Weezers version isnt even good enough for an anti aids campaign there

    • @Miller78226
      @Miller78226 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      No doubt,,there's no comparison, the big man kicks weezers arse👍🏼

    • @scottjenkins4613
      @scottjenkins4613 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I think its better than Toto's version...when they do it live?

  • @Anthony1974ist
    @Anthony1974ist ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Probably the best cover I've ever heard

  • @PaulLaurinD
    @PaulLaurinD 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    I’m blown away by this man’s vocals. Love this song

  • @davidsmith9
    @davidsmith9 3 ปีที่แล้ว +336

    Dude, I keep coming back to this. I still cannot believe how good this is.

    • @forlife84
      @forlife84 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Same.

    • @northernstar7162
      @northernstar7162 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Dude, I've lost count of how many times I keep coming back to this, lol

    • @devillockj
      @devillockj 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I stop by once a week minimum😂

    • @sgtsclark1
      @sgtsclark1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I watch it all the time, it’s freaking killer

    • @rishiganguly3569
      @rishiganguly3569 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Same. This cover is just too good. I prefer it to the original 😁

  • @AnticKev
    @AnticKev 8 ปีที่แล้ว +214

    I can't believe people aren't talking more about Jeff's harmonies! They're amazing!!

    • @ramsay777
      @ramsay777 8 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      +Antic Kev - Hell yes! My favourite part of this amazing cover.

    • @IbonekLareneg
      @IbonekLareneg 8 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      +Antic Kev I know exactly what you are saying, the focus is on Mike's lead but the 2 of them together....OMFG

    • @kingdomrep6968
      @kingdomrep6968 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +Antic Kev Str8 up!!

    • @serpentchannelzer0
      @serpentchannelzer0 8 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      +Antic Kev I came to the comments to find this or start the conversation myself. He is spot-on, and on such an iconic song the harmonies will either make or break the cover. Jeff nails it!

    • @SantaDeerhound
      @SantaDeerhound 8 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      +Antic Kev Bang on - they are perfect harmonies

  • @iswear1982
    @iswear1982 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    That was flawless…. FLAW-LESS….I’m not sure those ppl where you were playing really understood the magnitude of what they were apart of. Hands down the best cover of any song I’ve ever seen. Ever.

  • @adambeauchamp970
    @adambeauchamp970 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    What's nice about these two singing this... there's no voice mods or tech. Just pure beauty and talent.

  • @mchase4
    @mchase4 10 ปีที่แล้ว +803

    These dudes deserve to be in front of 1000's. The reaction of light applause was so wrong. I would have been screaming and yelling!

    • @steveberube966
      @steveberube966 10 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Agree!

    • @Occidio666
      @Occidio666 9 ปีที่แล้ว +35

      Oh yeah, i was like speechless after i saw it the first time. They belong on the biggest stages on the greatest festivals ! :O

    • @drjmole63
      @drjmole63 9 ปีที่แล้ว +30

      My sense is that the audience reaction was really just one of "knowing amazement". I bet these guys have a strong following there and the folks who show up to see them are not surprised by how great these guys are. The audience seemed to know exactly what they were going to be hearing. SO now damn you TH-cam - I have to spend hours checking out THESE guys too!! Isn't it enough I have to watch all the old Allman Bros, Lou Reed, Marshall Tucker, etc. videos?

    • @joegiuffr3
      @joegiuffr3 9 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      Jeff Moehlenbruck
      Right on, man. These guys are playing in some Pizza shop in Utah and from what it looks like, in the middle of the day. I took the light applause as a polite gesture to something they're use to hearing. To be loud would be obnoxious. How lucky they are to stop in for some pizza and music of this quality. I'd pay $10 a slice if I knew it would come with live music of this caliber.

    • @zephead2002
      @zephead2002 6 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Yes shirt off twirling over my head, screamin' and whistling!!!

  • @lifeanddecay
    @lifeanddecay 5 ปีที่แล้ว +421

    If we ever make alien contact this is what we need to show them

    • @mikemasse
      @mikemasse  5 ปีที่แล้ว +47

      That made me smile, thanks 😊

    • @TheMatkotai
      @TheMatkotai 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Maybe these two are aliens themselves. The way they sang is out of this world !!

    • @TheMatkotai
      @TheMatkotai 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      What a harmony !!

    • @ymingo9185
      @ymingo9185 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      SHOW ME WHAT YOU GOT!!

    • @Joeysnew532
      @Joeysnew532 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Bleep bloop. ☮️

  • @josimariodesouza1132
    @josimariodesouza1132 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    One of those times when the cover is better than the original.