INCREDIBLE singers 50 years apart--from the singers who sang with them
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 14 ธ.ค. 2021
- This week we're looking at two INCREDIBLE SINGERS from two different generations. First, we listen to @Aretha 1968 classic I Say a Little Prayer. Then, we compare that with the modern vocals of the INCREDIBLE @adele and her most recent single Easy on Me.
I'm @Jack Conte the CEO of @Patreon and one-half of the bands @Scary Pockets and @PomplamooseMusic .
Joining me today are 3 of my best musician friends;
The ICONIC Paulette McWilliams who was the backing vocalist for Aretha Franklin, Michael Jackson, David Bowie and many more.
The AMAZING Maiya Sykes who has performed with @postmodernjukebox , @ScaryPockets and was a contestant on @TheVoiceGlobal
@ryanlerman a professional guitarist the other half of @ScaryPockets
Joining us behind the desk is Tim Sonnefeld GRAMMY winning producer, engineer and multi-Instrumentalist
Here are our recommendations for our favorite vocalists who are crushing it right now;
Maiya Sykes - @JazmineSullivan / @jazminesullivan
@AbbeySmithy / @abbeysmithy
Paulette McWilliams
@GregoryPorterMusic / @gregoryportermusic
Jack Conte
@BrittanyHowardOfficial / @brittanyhowardofficial
Ryan Lerman
@LizzyMcAlpine / lizzymcalpine
Here is the music we discussed in the episode;
Aretha Franklin - I Say A Little Prayer
• Aretha Franklin - I Sa...
Adele - Easy On Me
• Adele - Easy On Me (Of...
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I think this is the best episode so far.
The passion and knowledge Paulette and Maiya have is incredible. I love this deep dive into the vocals.
I’ve watched every episode and I 100% agree.
I am with you on that one... Wonderful, skillful, funny, educational, moving...
I agree!
Yeah this was a legitimate masterclass, I’m blown away.
@@Iceman259 Exactly. A masterclass indeed.
✨ Lured in with Adele and Aretha, captured down by Paulette and Maiya.
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TBH I kind of forgot about Aretha and Adele (who brought me here) once these two started speaking on the mechanics of background singers!
Adele can't touch Aretha -- that's just the truth. Stephanie Mills can sing Adele under the table.
@@loriannrichardson7644 In terms of vocal prowess I agree (and so probably would Adele herself) but like, what is the point of saying that under this comment?
Normally we deal with the theory of music through the lens of instrumentalists. Its great to get it from the perspective of vocalists and the mechanics behind the singing. Great episode.
This episode was just next level the whole way through.
I've played music since I was young, but it took me years to figure out the voice was an instrument too. This video is such a great showcase of that.
God, I love it when people geek out. Music is my jam
That's one of the reasons I love your channel so much!
@@henrikochel8347 Thank you ❤️
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As a singer, this episode is so inspiring and an absolute master class.
Totally! With tips you can apply right now!
Dionne Warwick is also so underrated. Her vocal abilities are truly anthemic and powerful while also sounding so smooth.
I can't disagree, but Dionne had her time in the sun.
I remember the time that her music was on the radio a lot.
Yeh, gotta agree, prefer Dionne's version and satin voice.
Yes, I agree Ms. Dionne is the greatest and never seem to get mentioned they way she should. Talking about skilled, blessed, unique, and amazing bad ass, hat's Ms. Dionne for sure❤❤!!
Thank you for letting this run longer than you normally do. I said before, I'd watch the whole thing even if it were well over an hour. :) (Your's is the 1st TH-cam series that has caused me to be excited the day before knowing an episode is on its way.)
Agree!
Yes!! I second this notion. And love how they both explain with there own voice , amazing video!! And guests!!
Yeeees
We want longer videos!
Heck, I just watched it and I'm starting it again. This was just marvelous. I don't even have the words to describe how wonderful this episode was and how much in awe I am of all of these women.
As a professional vocalist, thank you for bringing these 2 great singers on to share our craft. Vocal arranging is an art!
There are a lot of poor singers in the spotlight and not just because of Auto-Tune. Many genres have suffered because instrumentation has been stressed over vocals. Modern rappers can't even talk while modern metal singers are sounding like the Cookie Monster.
@@orlock20 Yes great producers understand that vocalists are an instrument to control the harmony & communicate the memorable emotional essence so the listener can FEEL the song.
Perfect example - when they played Aretha you immediately felt it. When they sang their parts live you felt the same feeling.👍
They're so knowledgeable and talented.
"ARETHA" HAS BEEN DESIGNATED THE BEST SINGER IN 100 YEARS AM I RIGHT?!! OR WAS IT EVER??!!
GREGORY PORTER. Tell us more please!!!
I'm only 7 minutes in, but I love how both ladies were singing the backing vocals for Aretha, almost reverential for her lead. What amazing music to listen to, from a time when more songs were actually crafted and arranged so beautifully. Loving this episode!!
Yeah I got 9 minutes in and had to leave a comment. What a treat!!!!
SAME! I'm 10 minutes in and these two have me on the edge of my seat!
It also must be noted that "I Say A Little Prayer" was actually sung by Dionne Warwick and already peaked the charts A YEAR (1967) before Aretha released a version of her own (1968). Moreover, this song was written by the legendary duo Burt Bacharach and Hal David who were notoriously very strict and specific on their vision of a song (this song was made exactly for Dionne's voice character and capability). However, Aretha was able to REINVENT "I Say A Little Prayer" in a whole new way that's so distinguishable from the original to the point both versions worth praises of each own merit. Aretha Franklin is a master of music.
So true, Ms. Dionne is a full master of music as well!! This was her masterpiece first and foremost without background vocals!!!
On Adele: "She's got more seasoning now." "She's got some Lowry's on it!" Love this episode. It's hard to not get emotional when hearing "Easy on Me."
I agree 👍 always get goosebumps listening to that song. And Aretha's say a little prayer was the first song that introduced me to soul music as a child ❤
So glad you mentioned Lizzy McAlpine, been listening to her and I cant get over her voice and her songwriting. She's incredible
She's such a talent!
"Erase Me" is one of the smartest pop songs I've ever heard. And "Doomsday" is great too. I can't wait for her next album to come out. As good as Give Me a Minute was, I think this new stuff could be on a completely different level.
I've been listening to her quite a bit as well.
Fascinated by what Maiya Sykes had to say about women of color not being allowed to exist in a more vulnerable space. It makes me think of what the Brit singer Yola has spoken about as far as getting trapped in the stereotype/trope of the "strong black woman."
Nina Simone did it, but she did it in Europe. Billie Holiday also pulled it off. In the age of the labels doing less for the artist and independent artists having more influence because of the internet, I believe it's more about being a talented vocalist, writer, instrumentalist and marketer. With those skills, an artist can perform what they want and get noticed.
I hope there's gonna come a time when singers like Maiya Sykes and Paulette McWilliams can show the same level of vulnerability.
@@pierreandrewt1347 Yeah, but, ironically, they are clearly two strong grown black women with a wealth of life experience. If they tried to act vulnerable, it wouldn't necessarily be believable. They even talk about this in the episode.
Absolutely spot on
Very interesting. Maybe it's specially true in the USA. Because Jorja Smith has been totally the sweetest, vulnerable brit teen shining stars. Right on Tiny Desk for Example. Or Corinne Bailey Ray. But maybe brits are "allowed" in that space more, in Europe, then USA. Vulnerable black woman would be presenting an artist very honnestly, which the USA barely do for anyone anymore. WHat a great insight from Maiya, appart from a fantastic episode.
When Paulette said Aretha made ANY song great, she wasn't lying!! Aretha is the greatest recording artist of all time, period. She's that good. And her piano playing is soooo underrated.
100% agree. People don’t talk about her piano playing enough. Her into to “You Send Me”, every time I hear it I need a bit of time to recover!!! The melody she chooses, the chord voicing a and dynamics. Just celestial.
Hmmm meh
This is so good. So often, people have no idea how much practice and attention to detail goes into vocal. Especially this kind of lead and back up. And the reality is, as much as instrumentalist love instrumental music, audiences respond to the human voice. Great singer(s) can take a band to another level. I am jealous of Jack and Ryan. You get a sense from their reaction of how amazing it is to be feet away from Maiya and Paulette demonstrating their craft. You can tell they instantly have chemistry with each other.
11:55 My spine and soul left my body for a sec! GAD DEYEM! GOOD GOD! Vocal arrangement is sophisticated as instruments. The way they teach, combination of explanation and actual singing, so practical man. I am educated!
This is amazing! To see great music discussed at a high level without any elitism or jargon is phenomenal and I would fully welcome longer videos like this. Each new video cannot be released soon enough!
They used jargon, defined the terms, and provided examples. Teaching at its' best.
This is by far (with no shade whatsoever) the most informative and interesting episode so far. Absolutely awesome.
yeah I'm really getting into this channel now.
I agree! And it's such high praise because this was ALREADY one of my favorite TH-cam channels.
Agree! Bring them back any time, they are full of great info!
7 mins in: Aretha uses the background vocals to bounce off of, truly using their strength and power to covey such beautiful emotion in the lyrics and music. Such an extraordinary spirit, recognizing and appreciating of the raw talent supporting her. It's a visceral performance on all levels.
Amd now I see those interviewing recognize this as well.
I’m a bass player and can’t sing to save my life but this was the most interesting and inspiring 40+ minutes. I could listen to the two of them talking for days!
I'm blown away how professional these ladies are
Adele and Aretha are two of my favorite singers. My favorite Adele song is Rolling in the Deep, but Aretha put the icing on the cake with her cover!
The wisdom in this, not just as vocalists, but as humans is DEEP. This is a blessing. Thank you.
I’m only 2 minutes in and i’m so glad to see they gave a shoutout to Jazmine Sullivan and Yebba right away! Two incredible singers who are at the top of their game right now, and writing their own amazing music
Ok finished the video, damn! I learned so much from these two. It was amazing to hear all their knowledge about both the technique side of things and their thoughts about artistry & authenticity
Really inspirational and i’m definitely gonna check them both out!
“She brought four chords and the truth” Daaaaaaamn!
Aretha Franklin.
The distortion the microphone makes when her voice goes over the capacity of the microphone.
And the ability to improvise.
That's something else.
This was a joy to watch. Maiya and Paulette need a podcast❣️❣️❣️❣️
This was fantastic! Not only was this session entertaining, it was also instructional.
Keep up this incredible content!
BEST EPISODE EVER!!!Thank you for speaking about the importance of vocal health!!Can you please have these two professional vocalists back again! More vocalist videos!!! As vocalists we love this content!!VOCAL REALNESS!!!❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰
MAIYA SYKES… I was watching this video and hanging on your every word like ooh yes I like how she thinks about music… like just vibing like hell yeah she gets it, and I kept thinking you looked familiar but couldn’t figure out why… it’s because you are the STAR of my favorite Scary Pockets cover EVER, “Viva la vida”!!! I listen to it ALL the time!! Anyway. Keep it up, all of you! I love these videos!!
This is a absolutely outstanding insight piece for non singers, and anyone wanting to learn and understand how to improve their voice.
I was lured in by the caption of Aretha, who I was blessed to hear in concert when she played Navy Pier, in the 80s🙏🏼🫶🏼
She was unique, powerful and blessed 😇 by the Angels!
Sadly for Us, another beautiful woman, Ms Tina has left us ………Can you imagine what that Heavenly Choir sounds like?!!!😇🫶🏼😇
I felt like I was in a masterclass this video REALLY expanded my knowledge of singing from a classical voice standpoint. PLEASE more videos like this! This is awesome!
Wow. Just watching the four of them enjoy Aretha's music is a joy to watch
Paulette is sooo agreeable sooo adorable, people with a character like hers is an absolute dream to work with!
Please have these ladies on again.
Paulette and Maia are incredible! What amazing women!
Thank you for discussing how range doesn’t matter. I’m so tired of discussing how many octaves a singer has and what notes they can hit. It really isn’t important.
What an amazing episode. I love the depth of discussion in singing mechanics, vocal style decisions, backup singing and songwriting. Maiya and Paulette are just beautiful, knowledgeable, lovely people too. Great job!
Watching singers explain how it's all constructed kinda baffles me, it's so much more instinct involved, so much personal chemistry
Paulette, I have known Just the Way You Are by Billy Joel before but when you sang it there was a different light and a different taste to it. I felt it, I tasted it, and I enjoyed it in a different way. Your truth MOVED me and now, I dedicate that specific rendition to my wife. When you sang the line, "I said, 'I love you'. And that's forever." -- it moved me to tears. It's so thoughtful and it's so warm. Thank you so much.
As a classically trained choral singer (a whole nother breed of singer) I can't do a run for anything, unless you consider Bach and Handel's choral pieces having runs. I love, love, love listening to and learning from you all. Maiya, you are so eloquent into the musicianship of singing and Paulette, you are a master of singing, you have learned from the greatest and these videos document your powerful presence in popular music. I would love to hear your commentary on popular singers, who I call Producer's Children. There are a boatload of good voices out there, but instead of learning musicianship, they are just following what their producers want to hear. That would be an interesting convo.
We need more of these ladies!!! Loved them!!! So much knowledge and experience.
Good God, Ms. Paulette looks and sounds fantastic. It was a real treat watching these ladies.
Late to this party and never seen any other episodes but this was a fabulous introduction. Two really brilliant, knowledgeable, and experienced guests. Will definitely go on to follow their other work.
God, they are so precious!
Okay listen here Professional Musicians React🤨🤨 I’m going to need you to get these two amazing ladies back on the channel because my word what a gold mine of an episode. From musicality to simply life lessons, I feel you could watch this episode 100 times and learn something new from these phenomenal ladies. Please bring them back good sirs…
And shoutout to you guys as hosts for letting them expound on their answers. So many hosts act as though they are scared to death to let a guest talk lol you guys are by far the best hosts of a show/sit-down/whatever you chose to call it. My new favorite channel for sure🤘🏽 Much love from Texas brothers
This episode…this conversation, the love and appreciation, the realness…this was therapy. Y’all got me over here fighting back tears. This conversation was a beautiful song.
WOW this was a friggin Free Master Class!!!!!
Clearly, two very knowledgeable and talented ladies. Thanks for having them on.
I'm liking the shift of the production of these videos. I remember the first couple were nice but I feel it's coming along even better. Lerman being more active on the interviews and now the zoom ins on each person when they speak solidifies it as a discussion. I love these vids and always look forward to the next one.
One female singer I'm obsessed with lately is Lianne la Haves. Her NPR Tiny desk is amazing!
Also, this show would be great as a podcast. Have you ever considered doing that?
As much as turning it into an audio podcast wouldn't be a big shift, I love seeing the reactions from Jack, Ryan, and their guests!
@@giannecarlob3937 well, they could still keep the video. I just want more consistently long episodes like this one. A lot of their episodes are only 15-20 minutes and leave me wanting more.
Mine is Beth Hart
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ALWAYS admired the backup singers the most. That’s the sweet spot in the music industry.
Ms. Iconic Dionne Warwick is truly one of a kind Masterpiece as well❤❤❤!! She will saaangg you down with emotion, authenticity, and technique. She is truly the pioneer in my opinion. "I Sang Little Prayer" she handle the whole ship on the song❤😊
The in-depth analysis and perspective from these incredible vocalists was a joy to watch. This one was exceptional. Ryan and Jack did a wonderful job of staying out of the way and allowing these women to display their brilliance. Thank you all for allowing us to be in the room for the conversation.
This gave me full body chills! I worship Aretha and 'I Say a Little Prayer' is one of my favorite Aretha songs. We'll never see such a talent that even comes close. She is everything! 🥰
Hello, Say not worship, admire, appreciate, like, but worship the LORD GOD only.😊
@@lorebay2593 RELAX! 😊
@@turnemloose_ well I was just letting you know our GOD is a jealousy GOD, put no one before Him, give not the glory to anyone else, just in case you were unaware. You be blessed dear.
@@lorebay2593 😄 RELAX!!!
@@turnemloose_ I’m one of the most relaxed persons anyone can know😁, I just care about people🙂.
Aretha hits you square in the ❤️ always,every time.
Stephen Colbert told my favourite Aretha Franklin story. He was hosting Carole King’s Kennedy Centre Honours ceremony and at the end Aretha went out to play Natural Woman. Stephen was standing in the wing with one of her people and he said, “Gosh, I wish I had seen her in her prime.” The guy just looked at him and smiled. And Aretha proceeded to bring the house down. You guys talked a a lot about her authenticity. The two words that come to me, especially in live performances are natural and organic. Maybe these songs are arranged to within an inch of their lives, but it doesn’t seem that way - she’s just in it and it flows out of her.
Just found this channel and subscribed immediately. Please keep it up - you guys are awesome!
Yeah, 40 min of fun and learning! I haven't watched it yet, but I'm sure this longer video (compared to the previous ones) is going to end too soon...
Oh my God, oh my God, more from these women together, please. More, more, more! The knowledge, the skill, it's incredible. ❤️😍❤️
I could listen to these women all day.
I listened to Arethas music when her songs were released. Her amazing voice and delivery made me overlook the background vocals. Atetha was more than a vocalist and this video explores some of the secondary things about her music. Great topic, great guests, great discussion, very informative about vocals overall.
The biggest problems I have with many of the soul singers was the background music which I didn't like. There have been covers of those songs with instrumentation I preferred.
Aretha & Chaka Khan had that in common also. Chaka, who started as a background singer herself, had some phenomenal background singers throughout her career. Just listen to & watch her live performance of Everlasting Love from the 90’s music show Hard Rock Live. It’s here on TH-cam. Modern day vocalists like Alicia K, Adele, Jasmine S, Fantasia, JHud & Bey have amazing background singers that can hang w/ them vocally as well.
That’s how singers from my Gen-X, I’m 52, & those b4 mine paid their dues & honed their skills for the stage & the studio. That’s why they’ve had longevity in a career that’s as fickle as the music biz.
Oh & don’t u dare sleep on Whitney or Luther’s background singers either. Those sAngers were & STILL are beasts. All I’m gonna say is LISA FISCHER! 🤷🏽♀️👏🏽👏🏽
As a young child, "I say a little prayer" was the song that opened up soul music to me I loved that song so much. Even today when I hear it, I get so emotional.
Maiya and Paulette are each such a wealth of knowledge and bulletproof in their craft. This was a fantastic discussion. One of my favorites from this channel.
To say this is a MASTERCLASS is a massive understatement
This video is literally $1000's in classes in 60 minutes or less. This was amazing. Thanks for doing this video!
The skills and professionalism of these singers just floored me
What an amazing episode. Adele just brought me to tears instantly
I waited a long time to watch this video… and HOLY CRAP this is probably my favorite one yet. Best quote: “That’s not music and stop it. You don’t want your whole meal smothered in gravy; you just want the biscuits with gravy.” It was so strangely validating to have a professional singer say that when it’s something I’ve thought for so long. Huge thank you to Maiya and Paulette ♥️ You ladies are amazing.
It's so enviable to have a perfect instrument like good vocal cords... this made me look up Aretha and Smokey singing Ooh Baby Baby to make the goosebumps last longer! :)
My favorite episode - thanks for featuring Maiya and Paulette!
Sang for a long time and loved all of this!! thank you!
this video could just be this two woman vibin to the music
Just Love Aretha & Adele , love you All ! Wonderful Artist all of you
The best episode ever.
This was amazing. I love watching talented people pull back the curtain and show us why we love something
Oh my goodness, so much amazing wisdom from Paulette and Maiya! (And good on Ryan and Jack for listening politely. Knowing when to shut up is such an important skill for an interviewer.)
Great conversation with these two incredible vocalists. I not only appreciate their technical knowledge, but also the same precision when they discussed the emotional aspects of their art. I hope that everyone comes away with a much greater appreciation of the subtle art of background vocals.
Oh, this was one for me - one of your best. As an engineer and muso over the years, vocals, and especially BVs are where I got my kicks. Talking to singers like these two were the main reason I would overrun studio time. Love it!!!
Absolutely amazing episode. What in an incledible well of knowledge between the two guests. And absolutely correct for them to point out how the expectations toward, perception and placement of POC singers influences what kind of music they can realisticly put out in todays music marketplace. It's heartbreaking to think about how many fantastic songs never see the light of day because of this...
These women are incredible. So articulate & such great singers. Adele and Aretha are good, too, but listening to Paulette & Maiya talk about singing - and about their experiences as singers, as women, and particularly as women of colour, was really excellent. Thank you.
These women command so much attention in comparison to the other guests, they really lead the conversation with their expertise, I love that. Also the way they sing together is awesome, so much chemistry.
Thank you for reminding me to rewatch one of my favorite documentaries, 20 Feet from Stardom. Brilliant celebration of the true heroes of music, the background singers
"Stop putting all these notes in your damn runs."
Hell yes. Love it. Love everything about this conversation.
Also big shout out to the South Side of Chicago
Wow, I could've listened for hours to these two amazing women..!
This was so interesting to me as a singer at church . I didn’t know your voice changes after 30? Loved the explanations of singing techniques! I could learn a lot here ! Was always amazed at the emotions group now I know why they sounded so good ! 😊
OMG!!!! How good is this episode! This has fast become the best thing on TH-cam for me! This episode confirms it! It is fantastic to glory in the complexities of this craft with so eloquent and passionate professionals who are absolute legends with hosts who are genuinely excited, interested and knowledgeable, talking about some of the greatest music of all time - what a heady mix!
I could listen to this for hours.
I love the way Jack says “Oohhh ssshiieet” 🤘🏼He is soo genuine in these reaction! Goosh i love this show SOO MUCH
This discussion was phenomenal. I'll be coming back to this over and over again!
These ladies are quite talented and made me see and listen to Aretha's songs in a different way, wow this is so awesome, thanks, ladies!! Greeting from south america
As a lifetime resident and musician from Muscle Shoals, this video has been my favorite so far! Amazed by the impact that Muscle Shoals has left on recording and music in general!
Also this show is probably my favorite thing to watch ever!
Holy moly. I'm on overload. This is incredible.
thank you for making long videos, all feel like they got so much more to say
I enjoyed this so much. As a singer I really enjoyed this you guys got a new subscriber. ❤
This has truly encouraged me to continue to be myself people tend to make you feel like you’re not that good of a singer if you’re not doing riffs and runs every five seconds, and I’m simply not that kind of singer.
I do runs and riffs when I feel it.
y'all are doing a HUGE service to those of us who appreciate great music but don't know the techniques or the technical aspects of it. THANK YOU!
This has been my one of my favorite episodes! The guests were quite brilliant. I learned a lot.
And lets take a moment to pour one out for Burt Bacharach for writing a song that has so many amazing recorded versions ! (Aretha, Dionne, Diana King, and yes Kenton Chen!)
Kenton is a brilliant lad.
and Hugh Grant lol hahahahahah
And Hal David!!!
Yes...and yes!!!
SANG SISTERS! Music was golden back then so glad to be born in the 70's
Two totally different singers‼️Each great in their own right❣️❣️
Thank you for talking about singers of today. I have heard so few of them.