Don McLean approached HF to collaborate on the remake of “American Pie”-he heard about how good Home Free was from Lee Greenwood. This was done to commentate the 50th anniversary of the song. The video was released on the 62nd anniversary of “the day the music died”-February 3, 1959!
Austin really belted that song, and filled it with feeling. Adam was again great on his percussions, and the others were great on backup without being overpowering. Doing American Pie with Don McLean was outstanding. Tim was singing from the basement. Both songs were outstanding!
You didn’t put too much into the reaction Mike…just right I’d say. I don’t think I’ve ever seen a Home Free performance that they weren’t giving everything they had. Isn’t that what gives music that “It” factor…emotion, passion that draws you right in or sends you right back to a time in your life. That’s part, I think, that makes HF great along with amazing talent, personality, etc.
Wow! Great reaction! I loved When a Man Loves a Woman...you are right. Austin sang from the heart and his experiences.. he has gone through hearrbreak and the woman he loves, Amberly, was in the room as he sang. She is bringing out some of the best work he has done and has been a part of helping him throughout quarantine. and American Pie was beautiful...it is long, that's for sure! I love how Home Free has teamed up with legends and how appreciative they are of the honor. ❤
You said it was a little long, and I agree. However, 50 years ago, Don Mclean realeased this song in two versions; one was seven minutes (like this), the other was about three minutes. The shorter one was for radio stations to play - if they preferred (or if the DJ didn't need a bathroom break).
Wonderful rendition of a diamond of a song from the very best of romantic songs ever. It reminds me how much I miss the love of my life. He was a good man and even better a great husband.
I had the privilege of seeing Percy singing this about 40 years age. This song will always be his song. But I think Austin did it Justice for sure! Loved it!
Thank you for this reaction. Found your channel recently and it's already one of my favorites. I love watching reactions to the amazing music I grew up with. I was born in 1969 and grew up in the greatest time for music. 70s and 80s. You and the reactions bring me to a wonderful time in my life with wonderful memories. The past few months have been hard and you make me smile and forget my pain, even if for a few moments. It's been 10 years since young onset Parkinson's came in and changed my life completely. I'm am going to have a surgery to slow and prayerfully stop the symptoms that are getting worse. It's called deep brain stimulation. They will implant roughly 32 wires deep in my brain and connect it to a pacemaker like device in my chest. I will have a remote control to turn it on and off every day. Thank you for helping me escape and being there to enjoy life and forget the pain for even a short time. May God Bless You and Keep You. Cause His Face to Some on you and give you Peace. Thank you! ❤️🙏
Two of the most iconic songs ever recorded anywhere in the world in my opinion. Percy Sledge played almost every day in my home growing up as a kid. And American Pie I can remeber just about anywhere you went you would hear someone singing it. Great Reaction as always Syde stay safe ❤️🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸❤️
I really like the rendition Home Free brought to the table with this song. Don McLean did a great job. I have heard this song when Don first put it out and I like this better than back in the day. This was the song Don wanted for the end of a concert because it was so long. Anyway, Thank you so much for your reaction, always appreciated.
When American Pie started and Chance started singing (first off all, chills at the harmony) I remember thinking "oh they just used Mr. McLean as a feature solo". I was so glad he was SO active in this remake. And yes it is long, but this one did a really good job of changing tempo when the mood of the lyrics changes. I'm glad they continue finding interesting ways to blend with well known, well loved voices. And SO GLAD YOU ARE BACK!
The original song was in fact that long when I worked at an oldies station years ago the DJs would put that song on so they could take a bathroom break 😂😆😂
The album version was 8:33 long. They played the shorter version on the radio. I love me some Home Free! I could listen to them all day! Those harmonies are so spot on! Don sounded pretty darned good for being 75! I loved your reactions to both, but preferred your appreciation more for the first one! Austin sang his face off! The guys gave amazing support! Glad to see you back at it!
I love that they did the whole song, and it's actually slightly shorter than the original, and your are right. It was flawless! Thank you for a couple of great reactions!
Heartbreak is not too far in Austin's rearview mirror because it was in 2019 that he released Love Me Like That, after the end of a five-year relationship. And he asked his current girlfriend to be in the studio as he recorded this one, so I guess he was singing to her and also singing from experience. I like a thoughtful, honest reaction!
That was good to see. A double shot of HF. How great was it to see Don McLean singing with them? Proper respect paid to both original songs by HF. Percy though, that’s just his song and the only version I’ll ever really love. Good to see you back in the saddle.
Nice to see you again! Loved both of these songs.. American Pie is a long song.. always was. Was impressed with Don McLeans singing voice.. and thought that HF did a great job respecting him and the song. When A Man Loves A Woman.. perfection. Home Free are somehow getting even better in my opinion.. didnt know that was possible.. Thanks!
Sir, i came and listened for a second time and listened to your review. What you said about how a man has to have felt those feelings and you are smack dead on. I would bet you, like me and many have been through those same feelings. I can't speak for women, but i think it goes for them as well. Thanks for a great song play and most of all your comments.
I have been so excited for you to do these two reactions. Especially When A Man Loves A Woman. Austin could sing the phone book and still be amazing. Goosebumps
I imagine Percy is in Heaven smiling down at how they covered this. And Don McLean was my first concert in Rochester NY 1972 when I was 10 and my dad made me go with him and my sister to an Osmond concert. Thankfully Don McLean and The Cowsills were the opening bands...
I just love this song it really shows whoever sings it. I love Michael Bolton when he sings this song. You really have to have great tones. Thanks for this one😃
I watch other reviewers of songs I like, but I am continually awaiting the ultimate review, then there you are. And this time a 2fer, double your pleasure, and double your fun. Looking forward to further reactions from the professor. Thank you for your contribution to the enjoyment of the music.
Austin is in mighty fine voice. He’s been developing his lower register. You can hear it in “I Swear”. As for American Pie, wow...just wow. It was one of favorites back in the day. This version is outstanding. I have to keep reminding myself there are no instruments.
So glad to see you back, been waiting for your reactions to these songs. (someone said they thought Austin had a "Bowl full of Soul" for breakfast the day they recorded this) And American Pie is just an American classic. I have fully enjoyed how they have managed to Collab with so many of the the "Greats" songs (Alabama, Lee Greenwood, Oakridge Boys etc)
I love all three versions of when A Man Loves A Woman. As for American Pie I loved this verse too. Hearing takes me back to when we sang it in grade school.
When American Pie first came out the disc jockeys complained about how long it was as well and I seem to remember a shorter version being released, but I was in Jr.High and that was a long, long time ago as well.
First about When a Man Loves a Woman, because I see it differently. When we love someone with the depth of our heart and soul there truly is nothing wrong because the heart and soul only hold unconditional love. Anything else is from our minds which truly doesn't have skill or functionality to know right from wrong, it simply beliefs what we tell it to believe. Unconditional love is what Austin is telling the story of. His girlfriend was right there with him during the filming and he sings with his soul to to her soul. Just as it should be.
I am convinced they are the best group...period. Not just talkin' acapella...best group. I love these guys so much.. And I love your reaction & honest comments almost as much....almost ;-)
These are two great performances, Austin was literally smoking on this Percy Sledge classic. Please tell me you are going to get in on the new originals PTX dropped the same day.
Austin is killing it! The group arrangement is fantastic. American Pie is beautiful here! The Day the Music Died refers to the plane crash that killed Big Bopper, Buddy Holly, Richie Valens in the 50’s. 😥
Nice to see you again. I loved both of these songs. But I think that American Pie with Don McLean is the best collaboration they have ever done. Your reaction was great as usual.
I love how you're featuring the video larger and use a cameo of yourself in the corner. Next, check out Voiceplay's latest release of Unchained Melody ft. John Pinto.
Loved this reaction! I’ve missed seeing your reactions as your feed hasn’t been showing up on mine…ah well. Home Free is Home Free! They keep getting better (if that were possible) and I find myself with a happy loss of words.
The song is a reference to the day a plane crash killed Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens and the Big Bopper. The king is Elvis and the Jester was Bob Dylan. There are also references to the Beatles, Charles Manson, Hell’s Angels and Mick Jagger. And there’s more. It’s a pretty deep song.
you do know about the coin flip for the plane seat versus the unheated bus right?...if not i can inform you on it ..it involves this plane crash directly
The love of Austin's life was behind the camera & he was singing directly to her. If that doesn't give him passion, nothing will!!! 😍 🥰 😘
Austin sang the crap out of "When a Man Loves a Woman"! You can tell, he sang that straight from the heart, without filter or restraint!
Don McLean approached HF to collaborate on the remake of “American Pie”-he heard about how good Home Free was from Lee Greenwood. This was done to commentate the 50th anniversary of the song. The video was released on the 62nd anniversary of “the day the music died”-February 3, 1959!
Austin really belted that song, and filled it with feeling. Adam was again great on his percussions, and the others were great on backup without being overpowering.
Doing American Pie with Don McLean was outstanding. Tim was singing from the basement. Both songs were outstanding!
He had his girlfriend sitting there in front of him while he was singing. So, he had some built-in passion bubbling over!!!
Best male reaction video I've seen, on "When a Man Loves a Woman". Period. Have to head out, I'll be back for the Don McLean classic.
You didn’t put too much into the reaction Mike…just right I’d say. I don’t think I’ve ever seen a Home Free performance that they weren’t giving everything they had. Isn’t that what gives music that “It” factor…emotion, passion that draws you right in or sends you right back to a time in your life. That’s part, I think, that makes HF great along with amazing talent, personality, etc.
Like Jewel said on the Sing-Off, Austin "has those high notes in spades."
Wow! Great reaction! I loved When a Man Loves a Woman...you are right. Austin sang from the heart and his experiences.. he has gone through hearrbreak and the woman he loves, Amberly, was in the room as he sang. She is bringing out some of the best work he has done and has been a part of helping him throughout quarantine. and American Pie was beautiful...it is long, that's for sure! I love how Home Free has teamed up with legends and how appreciative they are of the honor. ❤
Austin killed this song. He sang’ the s##t out of this
You said it was a little long, and I agree. However, 50 years ago, Don Mclean realeased this song in two versions; one was seven minutes (like this), the other was about three minutes. The shorter one was for radio stations to play - if they preferred (or if the DJ didn't need a bathroom break).
Wonderful rendition of a diamond of a song from the very best of romantic songs ever.
It reminds me how much I miss the love of my life. He was a good man and even better a great husband.
Austin is so fabulous his version of this song is the best I have ever heard. Love love your channel.
Thank you!
I had the privilege of seeing Percy singing this about 40 years age. This song will always be his song. But I think Austin did it Justice for sure! Loved it!
Thank you for this reaction. Found your channel recently and it's already one of my favorites. I love watching reactions to the amazing music I grew up with. I was born in 1969 and grew up in the greatest time for music. 70s and 80s. You and the reactions bring me to a wonderful time in my life with wonderful memories. The past few months have been hard and you make me smile and forget my pain, even if for a few moments. It's been 10 years since young onset Parkinson's came in and changed my life completely. I'm am going to have a surgery to slow and prayerfully stop the symptoms that are getting worse. It's called deep brain stimulation. They will implant roughly 32 wires deep in my brain and connect it to a pacemaker like device in my chest. I will have a remote control to turn it on and off every day. Thank you for helping me escape and being there to enjoy life and forget the pain for even a short time. May God Bless You and Keep You. Cause His Face to Some on you and give you Peace. Thank you! ❤️🙏
Two of the most iconic songs ever recorded anywhere in the world in my opinion.
Percy Sledge played almost every day in my home growing up as a kid.
And American Pie I can remeber just about anywhere you went you would hear someone singing it.
Great Reaction as always Syde stay safe ❤️🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸❤️
I really like the rendition Home Free brought to the table with this song. Don McLean did a great job. I have heard this song when Don first put it out and I like this better than back in the day. This was the song Don wanted for the end of a concert because it was so long. Anyway, Thank you so much for your reaction, always appreciated.
Both of these are top-notch vocals and Austin jumped over the high bar in When A Man Loves A Woman! The man can really sing!
Why can we only give ONE thumbs up?
I think Percy would absolutely approve.
1st song: Austin SANG that song! Love how the rest hugged him in support. ♥️
2nd song: Don sounds great at 70+! Great pairing with Home Free. 🇺🇸 🥧
When American Pie started and Chance started singing (first off all, chills at the harmony) I remember thinking "oh they just used Mr. McLean as a feature solo". I was so glad he was SO active in this remake. And yes it is long, but this one did a really good job of changing tempo when the mood of the lyrics changes. I'm glad they continue finding interesting ways to blend with well known, well loved voices.
And SO GLAD YOU ARE BACK!
Well said and this is actually 7 seconds shorter than Don's own longer version of his own 2 versions charlotte.
Glad to get your reactions as always. It is not complete for Home Free's new music until we hear from DramaSyd!!!!
The original song was in fact that long when I worked at an oldies station years ago the DJs would put that song on so they could take a bathroom break 😂😆😂
I agree my brother!!!! Austin KILLED THIS!!!!!!!🎶❤🎶❤ Have a blessed day!🤗🙏❤
"Word on the street", Austin brought his Lady in for this shoot, so he was "sanging" for her. haha. Great reaction as always. Thank you.
The album version was 8:33 long. They played the shorter version on the radio. I love me some Home Free! I could listen to them all day! Those harmonies are so spot on! Don sounded pretty darned good for being 75! I loved your reactions to both, but preferred your appreciation more for the first one! Austin sang his face off! The guys gave amazing support! Glad to see you back at it!
Austin definitely ate his SOUL Wheaties the morning of this recording!
Well that was over the top. They just keep pounding out great tunes.
Hey Drama. Yup Austin shot past the rafters and up to the roof on this one. Well the first one...lol.
Don McLean still killing it.
Goose bumps, right? This was beyond words!
Austin had his girlfriend Amberly with him in the studio so he could sing it directly to her . THAT´S LOVE HF STYLE
Good to see you back! Percy was perfect. Michael was marvelous. Austin was...well, there's a reason I call him "Awesome Austin" ;)
I love that they did the whole song, and it's actually slightly shorter than the original, and your are right. It was flawless! Thank you for a couple of great reactions!
Heartbreak is not too far in Austin's rearview mirror because it was in 2019 that he released Love Me Like That, after the end of a five-year relationship. And he asked his current girlfriend to be in the studio as he recorded this one, so I guess he was singing to her and also singing from experience. I like a thoughtful, honest reaction!
You should check out "My Maria" that Austin Brown and Tim Foust did together. It's amazing!!!
That was good to see. A double shot of HF. How great was it to see Don McLean singing with them? Proper respect paid
to both original songs by HF. Percy though, that’s just his song and the only version I’ll ever really love. Good to see you back in the saddle.
That is absolutely right!!! This was for sure done with heart. Great reaction!!!
It was the full song not the cut down radio version. Glad your back missed you.
Nice to see you again! Loved both of these songs.. American Pie is a long song.. always was. Was impressed with Don McLeans singing voice.. and thought that HF did a great job respecting him and the song. When A Man Loves A Woman.. perfection. Home Free are somehow getting even better in my opinion.. didnt know that was possible.. Thanks!
Sir, i came and listened for a second time and listened to your review. What you said about how a man has to have felt those feelings and you are smack dead on. I would bet you, like me and many have been through those same feelings. I can't speak for women, but i think it goes for them as well. Thanks for a great song play and most of all your comments.
I have been so excited for you to do these two reactions. Especially When A Man Loves A Woman. Austin could sing the phone book and still be amazing. Goosebumps
I'm in awe!!!!!!
That is how long American Pie is the original and that was with Don McLean singing in it
The original really IS that long. A lot of radio stations have played the abbreviated version, because 8.5 minutes is too long for them.
I believe they nailed both of these songs and paid total respect to both originals 🤘🏼🤠🤘🏼🤠🤘🏼🤠..... Mike, Ur mic 🎤 dropped on its volume
I love your in-depth comments.
It's your channel to heck with the jealous ones that envies you.
I imagine Percy is in Heaven smiling down at how they covered this. And Don McLean was my first concert in Rochester NY 1972 when I was 10 and my dad made me go with him and my sister to an Osmond concert. Thankfully Don McLean and The Cowsills were the opening bands...
I just love this song it really shows whoever sings it. I love Michael Bolton when he sings this song. You really have to have great tones. Thanks for this one😃
I love your reactions. I thought the guys were wonderful in both songs. I love the bow Adam gives in America Pie, showing his respect to Don.
So good! Love this song✌️❣️🇦🇺
They drop a new song today. HF "I swear", covering John Michael Montgomery.
And the group All 4 One. They both did it a couple months apart. The did a version of it together a couple years ago for the song's 20th Anniversary
Glad to see you back. You were missed. The original is the same length
I watch other reviewers of songs I like, but I am continually awaiting the ultimate review, then there you are. And this time a 2fer, double your pleasure, and double your fun. Looking forward to further reactions from the professor. Thank you for your contribution to the enjoyment of the music.
Austin is in mighty fine voice. He’s been developing his lower register. You can hear it in “I Swear”.
As for American Pie, wow...just wow. It was one of favorites back in the day. This version is outstanding. I have to keep reminding myself there are no instruments.
Beautiful and powerful performance. I love this and the Percy Sledge version.
Enjoyed this version, so happy to see Don included in the performance. I like his slower pace on the original better personally.
The irony, this version of "American Pie" is actually 7 seconds shorter than the original, lol.
🙃🤣🎶💖
It was 8 min long. Several comments stated that Adam nearly fainted 3 times because the song is so long.
New one out by them tomorrow called I Swear. They are goofy in it, lol.
So glad to see you back, been waiting for your reactions to these songs. (someone said they thought Austin had a "Bowl full of Soul" for breakfast the day they recorded this) And American Pie is just an American classic. I have fully enjoyed how they have managed to Collab with so many of the the "Greats" songs (Alabama, Lee Greenwood, Oakridge Boys etc)
This is the best I've heard of this song. But that is how it goes with most of the covers this group sings.
Loved the double feature!! Great reaction as always! Can't wait for their release of I Swear today!
It was the Original version that he wrote & sang. It was 8 1/2 minutes long.
I was amazed at the blend that Don McLean had with HF.
I love all three versions of when A Man Loves A Woman. As for American Pie I loved this verse too. Hearing takes me back to when we sang it in grade school.
When American Pie first came out the disc jockeys complained about how long it was as well and I seem to remember a shorter version being released, but I was in Jr.High and that was a long, long time ago as well.
I love it.I love Austin's voice , he is great
First about When a Man Loves a Woman, because I see it differently. When we love someone with the depth of our heart and soul there truly is nothing wrong because the heart and soul only hold unconditional love. Anything else is from our minds which truly doesn't have skill or functionality to know right from wrong, it simply beliefs what we tell it to believe. Unconditional love is what Austin is telling the story of. His girlfriend was right there with him during the filming and he sings with his soul to to her soul. Just as it should be.
Love everything about this performance.
IMO, This is Austin’s best performance to date.
So glad to see you back. You were missed.
A Percy Sledge was first to sing this song from 1966 still have his vinyl record.
I want to see these guys in concert!!!!!!
Reaction, songs, Homefree and Don = PERFECTION!!!
Amen
Nothing to add.
Thank you
I am convinced they are the best group...period. Not just talkin' acapella...best group. I love these guys so much.. And I love your reaction & honest comments almost as much....almost ;-)
Oh my Lord... I love this group!!!!!!!!
WooHoo!!!! I’ve been waiting patiently for these 2 song reactions from you. ❤️❤️❤️
I keep coming back to this one, I don't know how many times I have watched it, because your words/thoughts are so powerful, they actually energize me.
These are two great performances, Austin was literally smoking on this Percy Sledge classic. Please tell me you are going to get in on the new originals PTX dropped the same day.
They did it justice! Was a little worried! 🥰
I've missed you Dramasyde ❤. This song makes my insides jelly.
BTW - Missed you dude!! Glad ur back!!
That’s a change most people say their songs are to short. Haha
Austin is killing it! The group arrangement is fantastic. American Pie is beautiful here!
The Day the Music Died refers to the plane crash that killed Big Bopper, Buddy Holly, Richie Valens in the 50’s. 😥
Glad to see you back! So glad you did these reactions! They are coming out with a new video tomorrow. Another classic from all4one!
Nice to see you again. I loved both of these songs. But I think that American Pie with Don McLean is the best collaboration they have ever done. Your reaction was great as usual.
Oh my gosh GOOSEBUMPS!
I love how you're featuring the video larger and use a cameo of yourself in the corner.
Next, check out Voiceplay's latest release of Unchained Melody ft. John Pinto.
Two huge WOWS! Thank you!!!
On the Sing-off, Shawn Stockman said that country is just the white man’s soul!
Agree 100% with you, the last song is longer but Home Free sped it up a bit
You did a GREAT job in this reaction....love it ........
Yes.. I've been waiting for this!
Very pleased you are back! Love the double header with two great performances.
The Boys Killed It On Both Songs in Spades
Just imagine what a horrible life it would be without music! Thank you for this song❤
Loved this reaction! I’ve missed seeing your reactions as your feed hasn’t been showing up on mine…ah well. Home Free is Home Free! They keep getting better (if that were possible) and I find myself with a happy loss of words.
The song is a reference to the day a plane crash killed Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens and the Big Bopper.
The king is Elvis and the Jester was Bob Dylan. There are also references to the Beatles, Charles Manson, Hell’s Angels and Mick Jagger. And there’s more. It’s a pretty deep song.
you do know about the coin flip for the plane seat versus the unheated bus right?...if not i can inform you on it ..it involves this plane crash directly