I'm 64 and remember when Simon & Garfunkel sang this... but I believe this particular song should absolutely be sung like this. The words and his brilliant voice are so very profound.
Absolutely. Even Paul Simon said this is their song now. He sent David a private message the night of the Conan performance saying how much he loved it.
David was sick during this performance. He's that much of a beast. And honestly I love seeing these heavy metal rockers be so gentle and intentional with their instruments. It's mesmerising!
And what people also don't know is the producers of the Conan show in post production auto tuned it unbeknownst too David because he was sick and they didn't think he would sound right he was pissed and refuses to perform on Conan anymore because of it
I find terrifying relevance in the political atmosphere. As somebody who is constantly consuming politics, the fact that there are people saying things without meaning, worshiping their "neon god", and refusing to hear anyone speaking differently because they're caught up in their way of thought, and that this "silence like a cancer grows", is really troubling. We can witness it all happening. DD is truly a master and brings an awe inspiring skill to this amazing song.
He’s amazing. And every professional voice coach says he’s pretty amazing. He has a voice and control that many professionals wish they had. The best singer around hands down.
I want to cry and punch things… 🤣 best description of how this song made me feel. It was awesome to see a Disturbed fan who knows this vocalist from his usual style. This performance only drives home the fact that music has the ability to touch people in ways no one ever thought possible and connect them to others. In this insane uncertain time we are living in I really needed that reminder. Cry and punch things. RIGHT ON. Yes. 🤘🏼👊🏼♥️
I'm 64....David Draiman/Disturbed Absolutely as artists..powerhouse in their musical/vocal ability. This is my nightly Lullaby before bed since I first heard and was aware of David. I have since researched their history, interviews, etc...One word, Moving...describes them. I have not as of yet found anything I do not like. I enjoy them ALL. He is a very intelligent, soft spoken, articulate gentleman. And as you pointed out..very much aware of all issues facing humankind and uses their voice to bring it to your attention. MASTERFUL.
Disturbs rendition of “the sound of silence” is my all time favourite song. I sing it every time I went to karaoke and when I rock out in my car full volume. Always gives me goosebumps and brings tears to my eyes 😢
David Draiman...a voice to die for! Yes!! A powerful yet soulful voice that can go from warm baritone to angelic tenor, from clear as a crystal to rasp/distortion/vocal fry and back on a dime, which is incredibly difficult to do and he makes it look so damn easy! He has a timbre in his voice that I've never heard before........just hauntingly beautiful and pure tonal properties to it! ....one octave to another! An awesome talent. Loved your reaction Dad!
Thank you for this great reaction, David is one of those wonderful hidden gems, most people give no credit to rockers, but there are amazingly talented singers in the rock genre.
AND 💥 BOOM 💥 David Draiman everybody 👏👏👏 Seen him over 30xs over 20yrs first time was underground in Philly with my 15son who introduced me to him and HIS VOICE NEVER FALTERS LIVE, STUDIO VERSION doesn't matter his voice is always on... I'd of lived to see him as a Cantor
I too am jealous that I wasn't there to see Disturbed singing this live on Conan. However, I'm 73 and my concert days are behind me. First concert was in 1969 and it was Canned Heat. Hey you youngsters, ever hear of them? Enjoyed your comments. You are right, his vocals and control are amazing. This song and the front man Mr. David and Disturbed are way over the top for me. I'm a true fan.
I'm not really a youngster any more. 68 here and yes I remember canned heat.my first concert was Loggins and Messina. They were 2nd bill and just blew it out of the park. So much so that I honestly can't remember who th first bill was. I was 15 at the time. I would truly give my right arm to see these guys live.
@@LeeAnn-l3s Well, I'm 76 now and have come back to listen again and give you a bit of a comment. I would have loved to have seen Loggins & Messina. I sure believe that it was one heck of a concert. I remember seeing Bob Seager when he was the first one out for Steppen Wolfe, I believe. I sure am thankful that I saw so many great concerts back in my day. Saw Pink Floyd, Grand Funk Railroad, CCR, and so many others that won't come to mind right now. I can't believe how good Disturbed is. Mr. David is so amazing, and I could listen to him sing the phone book. He'd show it justice. Ha! Thank you so much for your comment!!!!!
I first heard this cover (the studio version) while visiting my son in 2016. He sat me down and told me he had something he wanted me to hear. I was absolutely stunned, covered in goosebumps and crying by the time it was over. I grew up with Simon and Garfunkel and many of their contemporaries, and raised my sons on that same music. We still share music back and forth. I have to say here, though, this cover is the best version of this piece. David Draiman brings home the fact that the first time was a warning, and the rage at the fact that people did not heed that warning. I was blessed to get to see Disturbed in Grand Rapids, Michigan during their Evolution tour, and this song featured prominently. These guys are awesome in every way.
Wow, lucky you to have seen them! I loved that your son wanted you to hear them sing The Sounds of Silence. I too got chills and could have cried when I heard this for the first time. Coming back to listen again, those chills returned. They are something else and Mr. David is about the best singer I've ever heard. Thanks for your great comment!
I love how well David brings out the meaning of the song with his fierce singing of "the people bowed and prayed to the neon gods they made." And "the words of the prophets are written on the subway walls and tenement halls." I saw the studio version first when my son sent it to me. I was absolutely blown away by that version!
Disturbed’s version of Sound of Silence opened the true meaning of what was the lyrics were conveying. I’m not one to understand lyrics very well, but this rendition spoke it.
This is the best cover I've heard! I have listened to these reactions and every time I get chills. To me the Original Video tells the story visually and the live version lets the instruments tell the story. The building of revealing the instruments the lighting just beautiful. And of course both highlight David's amazing vocals!. He was mad because any song he sings wants it to sound the same live or recorded with no auto tune. And the producers didn't think when he hit the high notes it would sound good because he was sick and they auto tuned him. So that he was not happy about. But dang he still sounded amazing!!
I am an 80 yr. old grandma.... and a big fan of Disturbed and especially David. His live performance touched me more than any other singer ever has. It brings tears to my eyes .... moves me so much, everytime I hear it.. That is saying a lot. I have seen and heard many very talented people. But he, blew me away... in a way no one else has. You have good taste young man. Oh, the video was Great... but for some reason I like the live performance better... but just a little 😁
Well, I'm 76, and also a big fan! You, like me, have probably seen and heard a lot of good singing throughout your life and are able to honestly say that they are so amazing. Mr. David is just unbelievable, and I sure can't think of anyone any better. I truly think he is at the top. Thanks for your comment.
You get it!! I’ve seen dozens of reactions vids to this. No one really knows Disturbed or anything about DD. If you compare the original by S&G to this version. The original message was a kind peaceful warning about how Television was starting to play a “Bad roll” in our lives. And Disturbed sang it with the anger of how television and social media has taken over our lives. I compare the 2 as if it’s a pizza, S&G made a good pizza and delivered it with the toppings all jacked up. But Disturbed delivered that pizza on a golden tray with the lights of Heaven shining down on it.
I've easily watched over a hundred reaction videos to this song, and yours is definitely one of the best. Love the analogy you made about the Neon God and how you literally have to get kids to go outside to be punished these days. Wow, so true!! SO sad, but true lol. It's almost like Paul Simon knew exactly where we would end up at this point in time. One of the most well-written songs in history, without a doubt, and it took David Draiman and Disturbed to really deliver the real power of the words in the most appropriate time in history for it.
Great cover reaction. To me Simon and Garfunkel the original writers and performers were telling us back in the 60’s when I first heard the song to get our shit together or the future won’t be pretty and David’s version is saying oh well the shit has now hit the fan!!!!! Just saying. So says Austin Tx!!!! 😍😍😍🍸😎
You could not have chosen a better music video to react to. Absolute disturbed fan here and this performance gives me chills every time. Have you ever seen "man of constant sorrow" by Home Free? Acapella country
Whatever version gives me chills every time. Such an amazing voice. Great review. I think your kids may be lucky…an aware dad is on their side and headed in the right direction ☺️
I watched this video about a year ago. I had never heard of Disturbed. I NEVER liked heavy metal. Then David came along and changed everything. I LOVE them now. I’m mean I’m listening to..Stronger On Your Own, Stupify, Stricken, Prayer, and of course Down With the Sickness. Thanks a lot David for opening my eyes to a whole new genre.
I love this song so much. This and "way I pray" are my favorite Disturbed songs. So good. All the chills and feels every time I hear them. Saw him in concert for my 18th bday back in the day, stood like five feet from the stage and oh it was incredible. Totally down with the sickness. Have you heard bad Wolves cover Zombie? Another one done true justice. She died like a day or so before she was supposed to come record it with them.
I turn this on after fires we make with victims. Which is rare. But this song goes so tough that it is literally the only song that touches you on levels u forgot about
I read a review somewhere that this person was in the audience. They said it was deafening in there after his performance for approximately 5 minutes. David Draiman's voice is like a fine wine; smooth & addictive. I have been a fan since they came out. Never heard a more thorough vocal range perfected as well as his. 🙌
That rasp you talk about is called "Vocal Fry". Done wrong it can shred your vocal chords over time, and shorten your career. David Draiman does it right. He'll have a long career, and he'll be able to do that as long as he wants.
Loved your reaction! One of my fav songs and I have very similar feelings about it as you do. :) Based on your comments about your kids, you may like a song called, "Social Drift Away," by Small Town Titans. Hits you in the feels about the world kids live in.
Can you imagine going to Conan and THIS is the performance?!?!?! Nobody went home unaffected. I love the studio version as well because of the visuals. Tells the story as much as his amazing voice. Ambit honestly? I thought he sounded better live. This is by far my all time favorite version of the song. Paul Simon even told him that that is how the song is meant to be performed and he put a link to Davids version on his social media pages.
I have watched so many reaction videos for this song and you have the best reaction to my favorite part of the song! I cannot listen to this song enough. It is more than amazing
I loved watching ur reaction 😂❤😊 I’ve watched a million reactions to this song only, & ur falling back in ur chair was perfection!!! Ur appreciation of the music & sound of David’s voice & the band was spot on!!!❤❤❤❤
1965 : war,, Civil unrest, lack of communication, etcetera. 2022, add to that Texting aka "people talking without speaking ". I know Simon and Garfunkel didn't mean that but the lack of real communication is lost. The boat is like an arc for instruments instead of animals to save the world from the sound of silence.
LOL People can call Disturbed "cookie-cutter" all they want, but I don't think so. If they were just another cookie-cutter band, this wouldn't be true: There are only THREE artists in the entire history of the Billboard music charts that have had five consecutive albums debut at #1. One of them is the Dave Matthews Band. Another one is Metallica. The other one is Disturbed. That just doesn't happen to "cookie-cutter" artists.
Comparing this to the original, yes I said comparing. I can do that, and sometimes do. The original by Simon and Garfunkel (my era) is totally TOTALLY different. Then hearing the PTX version, it's like three different songs. All three can be "heard" three different ways, depending on your mood at the time and your preference for musicality, voice, tone or whatever. Each have a place in this world. A warning, a threat or even some possible hope for the future.
I always though the Live on Connan version was a little better than the "Official Video " version. The video close ups of him makes him look like the dude from the movie 1984.
To me, the original version was just a warning of what will happen if people don’t change. And this version is the consequence of not changing for the better. People now days don’t communicate with others face to face anymore. They’d rather text someone from the same house but different room. It’s sad really.
I'm glad you reacted to both. The live performance is great but the studio version hits me harder. And the video helps you understand the song itself is about the death of music. The song was written to decry school music programs being defunded in the 60's.
Have you bothered to listen to the original Simon and Garfunkle version?? Written to share a vision warning of the loss of personal connection and personal communication... goes hand in hand with Disturbed's version stating that it has come to pass... which it has. Your reading this on the neon God.
I've watched this reaction dozens of times and it's still my favorite of yours. The shear joy in your face just watching this and enjoying it for what it is brings a smile to my face. Keep up the awesome content.
Just imagine, your being dragged to Temple by your parents and this man is your Cantor. Temple just got way cool. Lol His voice is just so powerful and moving. There's nothing about this I don't like. Perfection
In the video there is an interesting correlation to what you see and what you hear. I'm not sure what, if any, meaning there is other than face value but in the video, other than the opening image before the song begins, the first instrument you see is the broken piano. The first instrument you Hear is a piano. Then in the video a guitar (strings) is uncovered. The next instruments you hear are stringed instruments. Finally you see a guy pull a drum out of a tree, and the final instrument that plays, is drums. No other instruments are used in the video or the live performance. Piano, strings (guitar, violin, cello), and finally drums.
Hi. New subscriber....thank you for this song, it's one of my favorites. I am 64 and it was one of the first songs I learned all of the words to :) It was also through this version that I discovered Disturbed and I am so jealous that you've seen them so many times. I would love to see them live, but so many things have changed and this avid, but unjabbed concert goer will no longer be welcome....so perhaps in my next life. It is amazing how this song has only become MORE relevant over the years. For all the good tech has done, the bad is a necessary evil I suppose. I can only imagine what my grandchildren's lives will be like. I haven't looked through your videos yet, but would suggest 'Iron Sky' by Paolo Nutini....powerful raspy amazing vocalist, relevant message. You won't be disappointed. Enjoy.
I heard David in an interview say, that high production values are very important to the whole band, they refuse to put out any song that they can not do as well in live performance.
This performance was like you said amazing. I’m not sure who’s version I like better. Disturbed or Pentatonix. Both versions are wonderful. Keep doing your reviews as you feel you should. Those who don’t like your feelings and reactions can go elsewhere. Joy
The only difference that I can tell is not with the musicians, but the sound guy. In the studio version the guitar is more pronounced, up front when it comes in and throughout the song. The live version you can barely hear it and I miss that.
The producers of the Conan show put in Auto-Tune and David was not impressed he said that he was furious when he found out it was in there and the man was sick and he nailed this song
I tear up every time i listen to this song... seeing your reaction to it makes me feel so proud that other people react to it the same way as i do... Looove it
David Draiman is a master. Love his cover of this song so much. The video is fantastic, but the Conan performance has that live presence that adds so much. Can't choose one over the other.
This song reminds of MANY bible verses, and it was written 50 years ago!.,, GOD KNEW HIS Word would always reach all generations..,, But , no one is listening to HIM!!!.., WE ARE "NOW" in the "Intensified Stage of the Angelic Conflict"!.., "Principalities and Powers"!!!!
The Sound of Silence by Simon and Garfunkel is sad resignation. The Sound of Silence by Disturbed is Dammit, LISTEN! ***** The Warning ***** "And the people bowed and prayed, to the neon god they made." ~ Paul Simon "And the people bowed and prayed, to the golden calf they made." ~ Old Testament
idk if you listen to Trivium, if not you should give them a chance. listen to Catastrophist by Trivium cause the sing Matt Heafy shows off his vocal skills towards the end of the song with a long high note
Have you heard “Way Down We Go” by KALEO? If not I’m positive you will like it.Anyone with a healthy appreciation for music, no matter the genre, as long as it’s good, would like it.
I totally agree, David Draimans voice is amazing. He has the best voice I think I have ever heard. I can not find fault with either versions of Disturbed covering the Sound of Silence. I prefer the studio version. The images make it so much more impactful. The music is different, I think, too. I have heard Simon and Garfunkel my entire life and love this song. However, I never felt the meaning of it until I heard Disturbed's cover. Wow! Tears and goosebumps. Not only the first time, but Everytime that I hear it.
I love your words about being the master of your craft. Having worked as a Physical Therapist for 40+ years I know what it is like to be ignored in the ER and yet I love it. Thank you. This song rings true for ALL OF MY PATIENTS
Great reaction to David Draiman, and this video which I just came across a few years back....Don't know if you like Symphonic Metal,, but I also came across at the same time to a band called Nightwish, which are from Finland, and for me they are the greatest band I have ever heard....Take a listen to the song "Ghost Love Score" live from 2013 Wacken Festival, your the type person, I think, will really enjoy this group....
I'm 64 and remember when Simon & Garfunkel sang this... but I believe this particular song should absolutely be sung like this. The words and his brilliant voice are so very profound.
Absolutely. Even Paul Simon said this is their song now. He sent David a private message the night of the Conan performance saying how much he loved it.
Just love David Draiman, incredible human being.
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David was sick during this performance. He's that much of a beast. And honestly I love seeing these heavy metal rockers be so gentle and intentional with their instruments. It's mesmerising!
And what people also don't know is the producers of the Conan show in post production auto tuned it unbeknownst too David because he was sick and they didn't think he would sound right he was pissed and refuses to perform on Conan anymore because of it
Love, love this version! Have you heard Rag'n'Bone man's Human?
He doesn't reach his growl so
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Nope, nothing untowarc..
I find terrifying relevance in the political atmosphere. As somebody who is constantly consuming politics, the fact that there are people saying things without meaning, worshiping their "neon god", and refusing to hear anyone speaking differently because they're caught up in their way of thought, and that this "silence like a cancer grows", is really troubling. We can witness it all happening. DD is truly a master and brings an awe inspiring skill to this amazing song.
He’s amazing. And every professional voice coach says he’s pretty amazing. He has a voice and control that many professionals wish they had. The best singer around hands down.
I want to cry and punch things… 🤣 best description of how this song made me feel. It was awesome to see a Disturbed fan who knows this vocalist from his usual style. This performance only drives home the fact that music has the ability to touch people in ways no one ever thought possible and connect them to others. In this insane uncertain time we are living in I really needed that reminder. Cry and punch things. RIGHT ON. Yes. 🤘🏼👊🏼♥️
I'm 64....David Draiman/Disturbed
Absolutely as artists..powerhouse in their musical/vocal ability. This is my nightly Lullaby before bed since I first heard and was aware of David. I have since researched their history, interviews, etc...One word, Moving...describes them. I have not as of yet found anything I do not like. I enjoy them ALL. He is a very intelligent, soft spoken, articulate gentleman. And as you pointed out..very much aware of all issues facing humankind and uses their voice to bring it to your attention. MASTERFUL.
Disturbs rendition of “the sound of silence” is my all time favourite song. I sing it every time I went to karaoke and when I rock out in my car full volume. Always gives me goosebumps and brings tears to my eyes 😢
Me too. Every time.
Good for you giving it your all to sing that song at Karaoke! That takes a whole lot, and I admire you for it!
David Draiman...a voice to die for! Yes!! A powerful yet soulful voice that can go from warm baritone to angelic tenor, from clear as a crystal to rasp/distortion/vocal fry and back on a dime, which is incredibly difficult to do and he makes it look so damn easy! He has a timbre in his voice that I've never heard before........just hauntingly beautiful and pure tonal properties to it! ....one octave to another! An awesome talent. Loved your reaction Dad!
Thank you for this great reaction, David is one of those wonderful hidden gems, most people give no credit to rockers, but there are amazingly talented singers in the rock genre.
AND 💥 BOOM 💥 David Draiman everybody 👏👏👏
Seen him over 30xs over 20yrs first time was underground in Philly with my 15son who introduced me to him and HIS VOICE NEVER FALTERS LIVE, STUDIO VERSION doesn't matter his voice is always on...
I'd of lived to see him as a Cantor
I too am jealous that I wasn't there to see Disturbed singing this live on Conan. However, I'm 73 and my concert days are behind me. First concert was in 1969 and it was Canned Heat. Hey you youngsters, ever hear of them? Enjoyed your comments. You are right, his vocals and control are amazing. This song and the front man Mr. David and Disturbed are way over the top for me. I'm a true fan.
I'm not really a youngster any more. 68 here and yes I remember canned heat.my first concert was Loggins and Messina. They were 2nd bill and just blew it out of the park. So much so that I honestly can't remember who th first bill was. I was 15 at the time. I would truly give my right arm to see these guys live.
@@LeeAnn-l3s Well, I'm 76 now and have come back to listen again and give you a bit of a comment. I would have loved to have seen Loggins & Messina. I sure believe that it was one heck of a concert. I remember seeing Bob Seager when he was the first one out for Steppen Wolfe, I believe. I sure am thankful that I saw so many great concerts back in my day. Saw Pink Floyd, Grand Funk Railroad, CCR, and so many others that won't come to mind right now. I can't believe how good Disturbed is. Mr. David is so amazing, and I could listen to him sing the phone book. He'd show it justice. Ha! Thank you so much for your comment!!!!!
I first heard this cover (the studio version) while visiting my son in 2016. He sat me down and told me he had something he wanted me to hear. I was absolutely stunned, covered in goosebumps and crying by the time it was over. I grew up with Simon and Garfunkel and many of their contemporaries, and raised my sons on that same music. We still share music back and forth. I have to say here, though, this cover is the best version of this piece. David Draiman brings home the fact that the first time was a warning, and the rage at the fact that people did not heed that warning. I was blessed to get to see Disturbed in Grand Rapids, Michigan during their Evolution tour, and this song featured prominently. These guys are awesome in every way.
Wow, lucky you to have seen them! I loved that your son wanted you to hear them sing The Sounds of Silence. I too got chills and could have cried when I heard this for the first time. Coming back to listen again, those chills returned. They are something else and Mr. David is about the best singer I've ever heard. Thanks for your great comment!
I love how well David brings out the meaning of the song with his fierce singing of "the people bowed and prayed to the neon gods they made." And "the words of the prophets are written on the subway walls and tenement halls." I saw the studio version first when my son sent it to me. I was absolutely blown away by that version!
Disturbed’s version of Sound of Silence opened the true meaning of what was the lyrics were conveying. I’m not one to understand lyrics very well, but this rendition spoke it.
This man takes my breath away with his delivery and message. I can't even e press how outstanding it is.
This is the best cover I've heard! I have listened to these reactions and every time I get chills. To me the Original Video tells the story visually and the live version lets the instruments tell the story. The building of revealing the instruments the lighting just beautiful. And of course both highlight David's amazing vocals!. He was mad because any song he sings wants it to sound the same live or recorded with no auto tune. And the producers didn't think when he hit the high notes it would sound good because he was sick and they auto tuned him. So that he was not happy about. But dang he still sounded amazing!!
I am an 80 yr. old grandma.... and a big fan of Disturbed and especially David. His live performance touched me more than any other singer ever has. It brings tears to my eyes .... moves me so much, everytime I hear it.. That is saying a lot. I have seen and heard many very talented people. But he, blew me away... in a way no one else has. You have good taste young man.
Oh, the video was Great... but for some reason I like the live performance better... but just a little 😁
Well, I'm 76, and also a big fan! You, like me, have probably seen and heard a lot of good singing throughout your life and are able to honestly say that they are so amazing. Mr. David is just unbelievable, and I sure can't think of anyone any better. I truly think he is at the top. Thanks for your comment.
@shawneedalegrimm9728 my other favorite is Dan Vasc. As long as I have them, don't need any other 😁👍❤️
You get it!! I’ve seen dozens of reactions vids to this. No one really knows Disturbed or anything about DD. If you compare the original by S&G to this version. The original message was a kind peaceful warning about how Television was starting to play a “Bad roll” in our lives. And Disturbed sang it with the anger of how television and social media has taken over our lives. I compare the 2 as if it’s a pizza, S&G made a good pizza and delivered it with the toppings all jacked up. But Disturbed delivered that pizza on a golden tray with the lights of Heaven shining down on it.
Perfectly said!
I have also been an amazing fan of his for many years. It sounded amazing in both. I WISH I could see him live. Absolutely amazing artist
You're the first one I've ever seen play both videos in one reaction and talk about the difference
My favorite cover of all time and one of my favorite live performances.
I've easily watched over a hundred reaction videos to this song, and yours is definitely one of the best. Love the analogy you made about the Neon God and how you literally have to get kids to go outside to be punished these days. Wow, so true!! SO sad, but true lol.
It's almost like Paul Simon knew exactly where we would end up at this point in time. One of the most well-written songs in history, without a doubt, and it took David Draiman and Disturbed to really deliver the real power of the words in the most appropriate time in history for it.
Great cover reaction. To me Simon and Garfunkel the original writers and performers were telling us back in the 60’s when I first heard the song to get our shit together or the future won’t be pretty and David’s version is saying oh well the shit has now hit the fan!!!!! Just saying. So says Austin Tx!!!! 😍😍😍🍸😎
You could not have chosen a better music video to react to. Absolute disturbed fan here and this performance gives me chills every time. Have you ever seen "man of constant sorrow" by Home Free? Acapella country
Nope, but I’ll add it to the list man!!
Disturbed hizo el mejor cover de esta hermosa canción, ellos son espectaculares y David tiene una súper voz 💯
Gracias y saludos desde Uruguay 🇺🇾
in that case, youll like the song he did with hurricane nita called dead inside
BIG David Draiman fan here from beginning...his voice NEVER falters!!!! New release right around the corner
Which one was better?!! How could you even choose?!! Lol they were both fantastic!
Rite!?!?
This moves me to tears every single time I hear it. I think both versions are badass. I tweeted at you a couple bands I thought you might like.
Whatever version gives me chills every time. Such an amazing voice. Great review. I think your kids may be lucky…an aware dad is on their side and headed in the right direction ☺️
I watched this video about a year ago. I had never heard of Disturbed. I NEVER liked heavy metal. Then David came along and changed everything. I LOVE them now. I’m mean I’m listening to..Stronger On Your Own, Stupify, Stricken, Prayer, and of course Down With the Sickness. Thanks a lot David for opening my eyes to a whole new genre.
I love this song so much. This and "way I pray" are my favorite Disturbed songs. So good. All the chills and feels every time I hear them. Saw him in concert for my 18th bday back in the day, stood like five feet from the stage and oh it was incredible. Totally down with the sickness.
Have you heard bad Wolves cover Zombie? Another one done true justice. She died like a day or so before she was supposed to come record it with them.
I turn this on after fires we make with victims. Which is rare. But this song goes so tough that it is literally the only song that touches you on levels u forgot about
Both are awesome. I got to meet him and Corey Taylor at church thing they did for suicide awareness event, about 15 years or so ago.
Wow that’s awesome
As wonderful as this was his video for this is spectacular! The video gìves you chills!✌❤🇨🇦
I read a review somewhere that this person was in the audience. They said it was deafening in there after his performance for approximately 5 minutes. David Draiman's voice is like a fine wine; smooth & addictive. I have been a fan since they came out. Never heard a more thorough vocal range perfected as well as his. 🙌
That rasp you talk about is called "Vocal Fry". Done wrong it can shred your vocal chords over time, and shorten your career. David Draiman does it right. He'll have a long career, and he'll be able to do that as long as he wants.
I know why you want him to have your babies 😂😂 but his voice is crazy, just loved this. Thanks for the find
Loved your reaction! One of my fav songs and I have very similar feelings about it as you do. :) Based on your comments about your kids, you may like a song called, "Social Drift Away," by Small Town Titans. Hits you in the feels about the world kids live in.
The writer Paul Simon said this was the best version he has heard. David was sick during this show. Heard he was classically trained and is a Cantor.
Paul even put David's version on his online page. That says a lot!!!
It's so crazy, I tear up just hearing the passion in his voice along with the instrumental. 'Course I tear up at a lot of music, lol. Nice reaction!
Thanks for this! I use to listen to disturbed when younger but haven’t in awhile. This was absolutely amazing and why I love them/him!!
Disturbed and Myles Kennedy did a live version in Houston Texas of the sounds of silence
Like you when I was younger you would get arrested for wearing a mask in a bank now you may get arrested if you do not wear one😳
Both versions are amazing. I prefer the studio version because the video adds SO much to the song interpretation.
Can you imagine going to Conan and THIS is the performance?!?!?! Nobody went home unaffected. I love the studio version as well because of the visuals. Tells the story as much as his amazing voice. Ambit honestly? I thought he sounded better live. This is by far my all time favorite version of the song. Paul Simon even told him that that is how the song is meant to be performed and he put a link to Davids version on his social media pages.
I have watched so many reaction videos for this song and you have the best reaction to my favorite part of the song! I cannot listen to this song enough. It is more than amazing
I loved watching ur reaction 😂❤😊
I’ve watched a million reactions to this song only, & ur falling back in ur chair was perfection!!! Ur appreciation of the music & sound of David’s voice & the band was spot on!!!❤❤❤❤
1965 : war,, Civil unrest, lack of communication, etcetera. 2022, add to that Texting aka "people talking without speaking ". I know Simon and Garfunkel didn't mean that but the lack of real communication is lost. The boat is like an arc for instruments instead of animals to save the world from the sound of silence.
LOL People can call Disturbed "cookie-cutter" all they want, but I don't think so. If they were just another cookie-cutter band, this wouldn't be true: There are only THREE artists in the entire history of the Billboard music charts that have had five consecutive albums debut at #1. One of them is the Dave Matthews Band. Another one is Metallica. The other one is Disturbed. That just doesn't happen to "cookie-cutter" artists.
He is a classically trained Jewish Cantor
Comparing this to the original, yes I said comparing. I can do that, and sometimes do. The original by Simon and Garfunkel (my era) is totally TOTALLY different. Then hearing the PTX version, it's like three different songs. All three can be "heard" three different ways, depending on your mood at the time and your preference for musicality, voice, tone or whatever. Each have a place in this world. A warning, a threat or even some possible hope for the future.
I always though the Live on Connan version was a little better than the "Official Video " version. The video close ups of him makes him look like the dude from the movie 1984.
To me, the original version was just a warning of what will happen if people don’t change. And this version is the consequence of not changing for the better. People now days don’t communicate with others face to face anymore. They’d rather text someone from the same house but different room.
It’s sad really.
I notice you have never reacted to Jinjer. I think you'd love them, especially Tatiana's vocals.
I'm glad you reacted to both. The live performance is great but the studio version hits me harder. And the video helps you understand the song itself is about the death of music. The song was written to decry school music programs being defunded in the 60's.
Have you bothered to listen to the original Simon and Garfunkle version?? Written to share a vision warning of the loss of personal connection and personal communication... goes hand in hand with Disturbed's version stating that it has come to pass... which it has. Your reading this on the neon God.
I've watched this reaction dozens of times and it's still my favorite of yours. The shear joy in your face just watching this and enjoying it for what it is brings a smile to my face. Keep up the awesome content.
Just imagine, your being dragged to Temple by your parents and this man is your Cantor. Temple just got way cool. Lol
His voice is just so powerful and moving. There's nothing about this I don't like. Perfection
He'll I do NOT remember temple like this! If it had been I wouldn't have fussed over going so much!
I've seen disturbed several times and not one time was the performance anything but exceptional love disturbed and what they do.
In the video there is an interesting correlation to what you see and what you hear. I'm not sure what, if any, meaning there is other than face value but in the video, other than the opening image before the song begins, the first instrument you see is the broken piano. The first instrument you Hear is a piano. Then in the video a guitar (strings) is uncovered. The next instruments you hear are stringed instruments. Finally you see a guy pull a drum out of a tree, and the final instrument that plays, is drums. No other instruments are used in the video or the live performance. Piano, strings (guitar, violin, cello), and finally drums.
Hi. New subscriber....thank you for this song, it's one of my favorites. I am 64 and it was one of the first songs I learned all of the words to :) It was also through this version that I discovered Disturbed and I am so jealous that you've seen them so many times. I would love to see them live, but so many things have changed and this avid, but unjabbed concert goer will no longer be welcome....so perhaps in my next life. It is amazing how this song has only become MORE relevant over the years. For all the good tech has done, the bad is a necessary evil I suppose. I can only imagine what my grandchildren's lives will be like. I haven't looked through your videos yet, but would suggest 'Iron Sky' by Paolo Nutini....powerful raspy amazing vocalist, relevant message. You won't be disappointed. Enjoy.
Great reaction, pulling yourself back out of the couch...
I heard David in an interview say, that high production values are very important to the whole band, they refuse to put out any song that they can not do as well in live performance.
David is the best
Absolutely
I do like the dynamics of the studio version better, but the difference is negligible.
This performance was like you said amazing. I’m not sure who’s version I like better. Disturbed or Pentatonix. Both versions are wonderful.
Keep doing your reviews as you feel you should. Those who don’t like your feelings and reactions can go elsewhere.
Joy
I totally lost it when you collapsed.🤣😂 We know just what you feel.
Paul Simon saw it and sent him a message telling him how much he liked it. I think it was the only one he ever sent for any S&G cover.
Someone posted on another channel who was there. They said it was solid applause for 5 minutes.
The only difference that I can tell is not with the musicians, but the sound guy. In the studio version the guitar is more pronounced, up front when it comes in and throughout the song. The live version you can barely hear it and I miss that.
He was please with the performance, what he was displeased was their choice to add tuning to a couple of his notes live without his permission.
The producers of the Conan show put in Auto-Tune and David was not impressed he said that
he was furious when he found out it was in there and the man was sick and he nailed this song
He was sick during this performance
thank you for puting the live and the studio versions both on here, that was great
Your reaction is just like mine lol! Blew my mind too!
I grew up listening to the original version. And loved it. But….this by far is the best!!!!!!
David was classically trained as a Cantor...
Conan #1 when Paul Simon heard this version of this song that was written in 1964 he said he was putting it on his playlist he was very impressed
Love them both. Great reaction. Thanks.
Hold up this man needs more likes
He's a master and yes he is just a great live. I have seen them live many times.
I tear up every time i listen to this song... seeing your reaction to it makes me feel so proud that other people react to it the same way as i do... Looove it
He was trained as a Cantor for the Jewish temple.
I still can't get enough of this performance, David is incredible. Absolutely adore your reaction.
When the official video for this song came out, I was mesmerized and listened to it over and over.
David & the band are amazing! Like the live performance best… loved ur reaction!!
David Draiman is a master. Love his cover of this song so much. The video is fantastic, but the Conan performance has that live presence that adds so much. Can't choose one over the other.
Love that you reacted to both videos!
Absolutely love the admiration for David! He is awesome!
This song reminds of MANY bible verses, and it was written 50 years ago!.,, GOD KNEW HIS Word would always reach all generations..,, But , no one is listening to HIM!!!.., WE ARE "NOW" in the "Intensified Stage of the Angelic Conflict"!.., "Principalities and Powers"!!!!
I think their both is good
" I want to cry and punch things" best comment ever!!
Agreed
The Sound of Silence by Simon and Garfunkel is sad resignation.
The Sound of Silence by Disturbed is Dammit, LISTEN!
***** The Warning *****
"And the people bowed and prayed, to the neon god they made." ~ Paul Simon
"And the people bowed and prayed, to the golden calf they made." ~ Old Testament
idk if you listen to Trivium, if not you should give them a chance. listen to Catastrophist by Trivium cause the sing Matt Heafy shows off his vocal skills towards the end of the song with a long high note
Never heard of them, that’s perfect!!!
@@SauceyDad youll love them. if you do listen to Catastrophist, make it a reaction video please? lol maybe the next video? 🤔lol
Have you heard “Way Down We Go” by KALEO? If not I’m positive you will like it.Anyone with a healthy appreciation for music, no matter the genre, as long as it’s good, would like it.
I totally agree, David Draimans voice is amazing. He has the best voice I think I have ever heard. I can not find fault with either versions of Disturbed covering the Sound of Silence. I prefer the studio version. The images make it so much more impactful. The music is different, I think, too.
I have heard Simon and Garfunkel my entire life and love this song. However, I never felt the meaning of it until I heard Disturbed's cover. Wow! Tears and goosebumps. Not only the first time, but Everytime that I hear it.
I love your words about being the master of your craft. Having worked as a Physical Therapist for 40+ years I know what it is like to be ignored in the ER and yet I love it. Thank you. This song rings true for ALL OF MY PATIENTS
Great reaction to David Draiman, and this video which I just came across a few years back....Don't know if you like Symphonic Metal,, but I also came across at the same time to a band called Nightwish, which are from Finland, and for me they are the greatest band I have ever heard....Take a listen to the song "Ghost Love Score" live from 2013 Wacken Festival, your the type person, I think, will really enjoy this group....
I learned something new today, bc I first heard this song from the movie Trolls 🤣🤦🏻♀️
Haha that’s rite!!