I can't believe this performance is 16 years old. When this song gets stuck in my head, it's this version. Truly, just lovely. Chills always at 2:38-2:55-- I love the fullness of the group's arrangement here! His vocal choice at 3:01 is always one of my favorite moments, too. Thank you for sharing this with the world.
Wow, I'm afraid I will comment on all of your videos... I could really just fall in love with this. It's so smooth and this voice, this feeling... it's like chocolate - it makes me want to say "yes, let's stay together" ;-)
very nice...the leader is amazing.he put his own spin on it instead of trying to sound just like the artist..of of course the harmony is on point AMAZING JOB!! 2 THUMBS UP
dude, this octet is like the best i've ever heard. the soloist is freaking amazing. if anyone hasn't already, check out their bohemian rhapsody cover, pure genius.
Fall '03 (3 of the Spring members) do an inspiring rendition of Paperback Writer and the 2000 Octet have a Beatles/Beach Boys type "Please Please Me" which is excellent.. The Octet have a large Beatles selection in their repertoire.
I never realized how much I love this song. In fact, I think I like it better than the original. No - I DO like it better. I find myself singing this song everyday now...
That's the name of the group. The group, formed in 1948, is always referred to as the Men's Octet. However, at this point in Octet history, one of the members left to focus on his studies. :D
@JoeBmax The group started the year with 8 men, and one of them left to focus on his studies. The UC Men's Octet has been in existence since 1948, and so they keep the name even if they are a man short.
Wow!! This is the best rendition of this song that I've ever come across. Great lead, tight harmonies- sweet!! Did these guys ever record this in a studio? I'd buy it. I know this is from 2003 but do they still sing anywhere?
@charltonho The UC Men's Octet has recorded several cd's over the years. This Octet recorded a cd called Octopella. The most recent cd is called "High Octane", and can be ordered from the UC Men's Octet website. High Octane features the Octet from 2003-2006. (Check TH-cam for the Octet's version of Ignition (Remix), Paperback Writer, Accidentally in Love, Elephant Love, etc.). I have several of their albums and they are very professionally done, so I'd recommend it if you can.
What kind of video camera recorded this sound? Four years ago? Holy smack, that's great quality sound for a handheld camera. Or is the sound track taken from a better mic?
Well, as long as you're asking, to the best of my knowledge... Parker and Jordan now live in New York Rick moved to Japan with his *wife* Jerome is back in California Ben was doing kissionary work in Asia Jason is in LA heading back to Berkely in the Fall I (Kenny) am almost done with my PhD at MIT
as a die hard motown fan this nearly kills me to say but: i think its better than al green original! it's definitely different and i'll bet amazing live :) x
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I can't believe this performance is 16 years old. When this song gets stuck in my head, it's this version. Truly, just lovely. Chills always at 2:38-2:55-- I love the fullness of the group's arrangement here! His vocal choice at 3:01 is always one of my favorite moments, too. Thank you for sharing this with the world.
Jordan Meyer got one fine voice... talent born with... I really want this guys to be celebrities.. Ill be waiting for their autographs... hahaha
Jordan Meyer really have one fine voice... talented guy... this group should be celebrities...
This...is... my..
favourite song!
Thanks for singing such fantastical songs
First discovered this video a couple of years back.
Jordan Meyer's rendition of this song still makes my heart flutters! :)
I HAVE to agree yours is by far the best ive seen.
Wow, I'm afraid I will comment on all of your videos...
I could really just fall in love with this. It's so smooth and this voice, this feeling... it's like chocolate - it makes me want to say "yes, let's stay together" ;-)
very nice...the leader is amazing.he put his own spin on it instead of trying to sound just like the artist..of of course the harmony is on point AMAZING JOB!! 2 THUMBS UP
This is going on my mp3 player and Jordan and the guys can sing me to sleep every night. Beautiful.
wow this performance makes me melt! fav and fived.
i luv this song. i love the harmony
His voice is like a lullaby to my ears~
God I wish I discovered you guys earlier.
sehr gut arrangiert und eine geniale Stimme dazu
oh my goodness!!
2003 was mos def their best yr!
i love the soloist's voice.
=)
I love it!!! I could listen for hours to the soloist!
You guys are brilliant - loved the soloist's voice (he was pretty gorgeous too!)
:)
I can and will listen to this all day.
*sigh* i'm in love....
Gosh! love that Jordan Meyer's voice!
Wow! You guys are amazing, especially the soloist. Wow!
Wauw!!! This is amazing! Most beautiful song on youtube, seriously!!
Amazing!! Such a beautiful voice...really great performance!!
i wud love to have this on my ipod, Awesome
i love watching this, they all look like they're enjoying themselves, really inspiratonal stuff keep up the good work
A great song and a great voice to sing it.
wow. I've seen some of their other stuff, but the more of the comedy stuff. hell of a lot of talent on stage.
That's a really classy performance. Very nice indeed.
goosebumps, and near tears!!
its a shame these guys weren't on national tv...they would have become huge stars!!
Still a standard for me ❤️❤️❤️
Amazing Vocals!!!!
Happy to spread the joy around.
i love it! You guys sound amazing!
love this 4 always
wow! Great job guys!
DAMN i wish i had that guys voice. how great
i'm in love with each one of them
D A M N. I knew you guys were good this year, but this is SO good. Swoon!
Niiiiccce. Love the soloist's smooth vocals. Pretty sizzling indeed.
GORGEOUS.
excellent guys!
I have to say... that the Spring 2003 show is really good!
This was beautiful - not a lot of usu. playin' around - just really well done! Bravo.
@TheLadydance54 T-Pain Medley was awesome. The 2010 Octet is rockin' pretty hard, too. Made it to the ICCA Semifinals this year.
What a voice!
they were in uc berklys(?) mens octet in spring of 03 and if you go to the website you can order a cd there are a few to chose from.
I admit to being slightly obsessed with this beautiful harmonization. Would've been nice to witness in person.
I'd love to get my hands on the Octopella CD :(
You guys are just so amazing
Love this! This octet is so talented
dude, this octet is like the best i've ever heard. the soloist is freaking amazing. if anyone hasn't already, check out their bohemian rhapsody cover, pure genius.
I LOVE THE SOLOIST!!! :**********
Fall '03 (3 of the Spring members) do an inspiring rendition of Paperback Writer and the 2000 Octet have a Beatles/Beach Boys type "Please Please Me" which is excellent.. The Octet have a large Beatles selection in their repertoire.
I never realized how much I love this song. In fact, I think I like it better than the original. No - I DO like it better. I find myself singing this song everyday now...
I want recordings of you guys on my ipod haha
There's a program you can use to "rip" this to a MP3 format but I've forgotten what it is nor have I used it before.
perfection
So smoooth! I
this is grrrrrrreat!!
I must say, this really good stuff! Wow! ... Me likey!
the singer's voice is amazing; you guys were really strong then.
@VyseNice Don't know that brand, but it was Jason's dad who recorded it. (Third Octet dude from the right.) I agree, the sound quality is pretty nice.
That's the name of the group. The group, formed in 1948, is always referred to as the Men's Octet. However, at this point in Octet history, one of the members left to focus on his studies. :D
@JoeBmax The group started the year with 8 men, and one of them left to focus on his studies. The UC Men's Octet has been in existence since 1948, and so they keep the name even if they are a man short.
He's the guy from the Bohemian Rhapsody video too right?? OMG I LOVE HIS VOICE!
Wow!! This is the best rendition of this song that I've ever come across. Great lead, tight harmonies- sweet!! Did these guys ever record this in a studio? I'd buy it. I know this is from 2003 but do they still sing anywhere?
Ditto. Glad I'm not the only one!
Nice job.
fichissimo....
great!
lol, i love these guys! epecially kenny and the other dorky guy :)
@charltonho The UC Men's Octet has recorded several cd's over the years. This Octet recorded a cd called Octopella. The most recent cd is called "High Octane", and can be ordered from the UC Men's Octet website. High Octane features the Octet from 2003-2006. (Check TH-cam for the Octet's version of Ignition (Remix), Paperback Writer, Accidentally in Love, Elephant Love, etc.). I have several of their albums and they are very professionally done, so I'd recommend it if you can.
I love you !!!
I would LOVE this as an MP3 file, if anyone has it? It's vocal heaven!
@apoptygmatracy The jig was my favorite!
The octet changes year to year. This particular Men's Octet has been disbanded since 2003.
i love it! go berkeley. =)
@djdj42 It was also recently taken down. :(
nice tribute
these men have powers
you have a bright bright future sir. Fucking awesome voice
oh and sebastian: they have a cover of the Beatles "Blackbird"...also very good.
Brandon S. left the group to focus on academics. If you watch the Spring 2003 opening video they kinda explain it in a humorous way.
@djdj42 They recently reunited to perform at a wedding in Hawaii.
badass
like like like like like like like
with there was a "Love" option just for the Octet :)
Wow...
WOW
What kind of video camera recorded this sound? Four years ago? Holy smack, that's great quality sound for a handheld camera. Or is the sound track taken from a better mic?
Hahaha, right on girl!
I'm glad. He doesn't know me, but give him a big hi and a hug/kiss for me. :D
It's true!!!!!
I know! I love him too! And you like DBSK too?!! hahaha!
it says in the info: jordan meyer
& just as intoxicating. : D
I wanna another version for this track. Is an Raggae Version... Anybody knows??
smooth like lime jell-o shooters. :D
haha..your comment made me laugh. I agree...what a smooth voice huh..incredible.
Well, as long as you're asking, to the best of my knowledge...
Parker and Jordan now live in New York
Rick moved to Japan with his *wife*
Jerome is back in California
Ben was doing kissionary work in Asia
Jason is in LA heading back to Berkely in the Fall
I (Kenny) am almost done with my PhD at MIT
Do you know the website?
I love this. He could have any woman on this earth if he sang that to her. Wow!
as a die hard motown fan this nearly kills me to say but:
i think its better than al green original!
it's definitely different and i'll bet amazing live :)
x
@robdgolfpro Really? Where's the event? We have reunited for special events before...