Pssst! ::whispers:: Jen. Geoff Castellucci did the arrangement for HF's "Elvira". ::regular voice:: Always love hanging out here and learning stuff.

I will be DMing you every single day to tell you to go watch Game of Thrones

Since most people have never seen the show, I'll try to give a little context to some of his choices. Mostly just to appreciate Geoff's brilliance: he's playing four different characters from the same notoriously powerful and scheming family, the Lannisters. Their symbol is the lion and they are very rich and typically known as ruthless. Also all blonde. The only main character that's a lannister he's not included here is the Queen of Westeros for obvious reasons. The song is kind of their theme song, about a family that stood up to them and refused to acknowledge them as lords (the Rains) that now... no longer exist. They had them wiped out. 'Main' Geoff is the father, the money behind the throne. Far left is his dwarf son who's actually the cleverest and ends up in league with a different queen, far right in leather is his other son, the soldier, and the queen's twin brother - who is missing his right hand, which is why Geoff is mysteriously not moving that hand. And in the red silk is the queen's son, Joffrey, who essentially shares space with Umbridge as one of the most hated fictional characters ever. So while only two of them sits upon the throne directly, they all are grappling for power behind the scenes somewhere. They all hold influence somewhere regardless of who's in power.

Jennifer, I'm with you having never seen any of the Game of Thrones series. But I can't imagine anyone throwing hate your way for it! Who could possibly hate Jennifer! Nice that your low note work is starting to pay dividends Jennifer BUT ... we might have to accept that hitting the last note of this song, wonderful singer though you are, might just be beyond you. 😁 Great reaction as always! 😊

What would we do without Geoff in our lives?!

I have never heard Geoff use this kind of speaking singing in a whole song before either. I must confess that I am also one who has not seen the Game of Thrones. I may have to binge watch this winter when it is too cold to go out. Love your reactions and can't wait for your next one

Was anxiously waiting for this reaction. Geoff’s arrangement of this was incredible…hitting D1s like it’s no big deal:

I never played Halo… didn’t stop me from loving VP’s cover. That said, I did like GoT… even more than the books [gasp]…. The Jen face at the first D1-priceless.

Finally, Jenn!! I've been waiting and waiting for this! Also never seen the television show, read the books or heard the music. Doesn't matter, because it's Geoff!! Other people can explain the story, characters and yadda yadda, I listen to them until I don't care. But I never will tire of Geoff. He is the consummate musical artist. Thanx for reacting to this one!

Great reactnalysis, as usual for you. never apologise. Solidarity from another no-throner!

Hi young lady, loved your goofiness at the beginning! I have never seen Game of Thrones either and don't care to. No apologies. I am impressed with your low notes! I have faith in you. Keep being who you are.

That's the beauty of subharmonics: if the principle of the subharmonic is within your tessitura, the sub is going to be powerful, as well. I have heard Geoff do E1's and D1's live and it will rattle your soul.

I haven't watched GoT, but I have read the books. After I heard Geoff's version, I listened to the original. I love the menace in Geoff's version.

His vibrato is really subtle, too. I just love his timbre-so rich, so smooth. I really enjoy your Geoff reactions. Could you please pretty please pretty pretty please check out Peter Barber’s “It Won’t Be Me?” It’s just so good and I’ve been dying for someone who gets it to react. (He’s also posted a couple operatic pieces on his channel that are terrific.).

I'm a rabid fantasy fan for many (many) decades now - but I simply could NOT get into GoT. I tried to read the first book and literally stopped after a few pages. Grim. Oh, how grim. So I'm with you on never having watched the show, though I've seen enough clips and read enough comments to at least know what the song is about. And I do remember how outraged the fans were at the end of the show, at how badly they handled the conclusion. Which isn't entirely the show's fault - George Martin has STILL not written the "official" conclusion to the series. His last book in the series was published 10 years ago and since then fans have pretty much given up hope. Robert Jordan at least had the excuse of DYING before he completed his series, "Wheel of Time." And did leave instructions for the author who was given the task of bringing it home. Geoff took what was apparently a fragmentary song from the show (online info says that bits of it are played here and there throughout the shows, in addition to being the title of the "Red Wedding" episode) and wrote out a complete arrangement that is really satisfying. Peter Barber (bass singer) is a fan of the show so knew what he was listening to and pointed out that the section that begins at 9:56 in your video is totally NOT a part of the original song, but he said was clearly inspired by several of the composer's use of "driving force" music (I'm having trouble picking my words here). So, even more kudos to Geoff.

loved your explanations of how Geoff manages his voice and how he can reach the low notes. I cannot hold a tune so it is all fascinating to me. I just know he makes my toes curl when he hits the low notes!! carry on the good work. hugs from the NE of the country.

No shame in not seeing a show. There's so much media out there who can keep up??

Hi Jen. Love the reaction. You always have this great mix of professionalism and nerdiness that shows not only your knowledge but passion for music. Interesting fact. That middle section that was all harmonies on the oohs and ahs was created completely by Geoff as it wasn't in the original.

His voice always amazes and I simply love your reactions to both Geoff and Voiceplay! May I suggest that you take a look at Blackbird from Geoff if you havn't yet? I think it will make you happy!

Thank you for another great reaction to Geoff. I love your commentary & reactions. I can't wait to see & hear more of your videos. You are amazing ❤️

Don't hate because she does not watch every tv series to come out. Some people are actually busy and do not have the time or interest. That said, one can appreciate the song without a clue about the source. Great job on your reaction, Jen. We always learn something new.

Love that the Lannister response to an enemy is canonically to musically style on them.

I haven't watched GOT either but Geoff reckons it's worth watching for the amazing music alone. So maybe in time I will. That last D1 vibrates in my thighs!

Hi Jennifer hope you are having an great and awesome day ❤

I crack up every time you try to hit the super low notes. Watching your videos is so much fun. Thank you for sharing.

I haven't watched it neither, so they can cast stones at me, also ... I'll try to shield you! ;)

Love your reaction. Thank You

Geoff stays pretty low throughout the entire song...and I love it! Even the Geoff-tones don't go very high in this one.

I never seen more than 5 seconds of any episode of the Game of Thrones series. We are the cats of different coat, I believe 😄 Great analysis, thanks!

Don't be sorry about it. I haven't seen it either. But I love it anyway.

Jen,.......love your reactions, so helpful, inciteful, and i can tell you really enjoy Geoff and his 'abilities'......I think he was 'channeling' that last note from Oogie Boogie.....lol....>^^

I haven't watched GOT either, don't feel bad.

This is such a great cover. I too haven't watched the GOT series. I rarely watch any tv anyways, save the financial news. Even so, I really enjoyed this video and your breakdown of Geoff's performance. And I must agree with David, your low note practice is starting to pay off. It's great fun watching your attempts to reach Geoff's depths. 😄 Looking forward to your next video, and your next low note attempt as well. 😁

I haven’t seen Game of Thrones either, but you don’t need it to enjoy this. By the way, Jacob has already let the cat out of the bag, but I won’t mention it here in case anyone else wants to guess. It should be fun. And - bad pun warning - speaking of Jeffs behind, I don’t think you’ve reacted to Way Down yet. You should, if only to figure out what I just said. If you do, be sure to let it run all the way to the patrons scroll. (A good idea with Geoff and VoicePlay. They sometimes add a little tag after it goes to black.)

It's so fun when you're flummoxed! LOL! You're not alone; I've never watched GoT either. Too violent for me. Still appreciate this song from it, and have learned enough to know this song is about destroying your enemy. The (oversimplified) reason there's no one to hear the rain at Castamere Hall is because the guys singing this song killed 'em all. I love how this song stays low, true to the original, with Geoff's spin on the characters and rhythm. We expect awesome vocals from Geoff and attention to detail, like the "Jaime" on the far right doesn't move his right hand -- which had to be hard for a guy who can't sing or talk without moving his hands -- because the character's hand has been cut off. It's some kind of prosthetic in the glove. (My only quibble is that he should have moved the sword to the other side, considering Jaime is left-handed.) But this one goes to new levels of sophistication in video editing. Took 12 costume changes to get all the shots, all the angles. It's been a while between solo releases from Geoff because VoicePlay has been so busy. They have some really fun minis out and more to come, plus a full length video with a familiar guest singer coming soon. It makes me want to hug Cesar as much as I did Geoff in Ain't No Sunshine. Kathy hinted that they have something fun planned for Geoff's birthday later this month.

GOT this worth the watch. You may hear what people think of certain events or the ending. Disregard, get a blanket and a glass of your favorite adult beverage. You must watch it with a friend or spouse for discussion. I enjoy your channel very much. Keep at it!

It's okay, I haven't watched Game of Thrones either 😌

Finally able to watch your reaction as I have just recorded mine. Another one who has never seen a single episode of GoT either so don't you worry about that Jen lol

I’ll put it this way, Geoff’s cover of The Rains of Castamere perfectly encapsulates the song, its undertones and the history behind it, as well as how it portrays Tywin and House Lannister in Game of Thrones and A Song of Ice and Fire. It’s a song a terror, it was written and commissioned to intimidate and put fear into the hearts of men - “When dealing with rebellious vassals, some lords would send an army, my father Tywin would send a singer” - Jaime Lannister. The song describes the brutal crushing of a rebellion and the annihilation of an entire family. Put simply, Geoff is perfect for this song!

I haven't watch GoT either, which is stange because I love a lot of fantasy, but I'm just the kind of person, that stray away from things if I feel they are too hyped 🤷‍♀️ so don’t feel bad, because even without having watch GoT it is still possible to enjoy Geoff's cover of this song ❤️

First time viewer, & absolutely adore your breakdown of the expressions I wish I could have for this particular art. Def instant sub from me 💛

Just subscribed...thanks for your positive energy with your reactions! No worries at not watching "G.O.T." yet...all good...P.S.. thanks for your Home Free Reactions...that's how I found you! Much love from Maryland, USA~

You’re going to have to invent some new adjectives to talk about Geoff. 🤣

The cool thing about this song is its a theme for a whole family a theme that has a back story. It's a lore dump in its own right.

his hand movements reflect the notes he is singing, low notes, palm down and lowers his hand slowly, mid push hands in front of chest, and higher notes palm up and moves upwards with the notes :)

VoicePlay just released another new one too. Gesticulations is the word you are looking for, as well as maybe whimsical and/or mischievous.

The first four seasons are some of the best TV ever made. After that it slowly slides from mediocre to bad to a betrayal of all that is good and wholesome in the world. It's perfectly skippable. If you just watch through about season six, you should be alright, you might really enjoy it. But season eight exists.

Well obviously we now need a Jen TV/Movie reaction channel....starting with Game of Thrones. Also, watching her attempt to recreate the D1 sub is absolutely hilarious.

Less than a minute and a half in, and I'm literally laughing out loud at your American accent pronouncing 'Castamere'! Not that it was bad (it was quite good, actually), just unexpected (always the funniest). And that's from a guy raised in Kentucky and who has lived in Ohio and Colorado. You nailed it! 😎

Don't fret, you're not alone - I've never watched Game of Thrones either, but I can tell you Geoff is representing some the the Lannister clan. On the Iron Throne is Lord Tywin Lannister. From left to right, the other characters are Tyrion (his second son, played by Peter Dinklage in the show), Joffrey Baratheon, Tywin's grandson, who becomes king, and Jamie Lannister, Tywin's elder son. Interestingly, we all know how Geoff "hand sings" and you'll notice "Jamie" doesn't use his right hand. This is because the character lost his hand in the course of the story. Got to love Geoff's attention to detail!

"Lord Reyne built a castle, as grand as Casterly Rock. He gave his wife diamonds, larger than any my mother ever wore. And finally, one day, he rebelled against my father. Do you know where House Reyne is now?" "...Gone?" "Gone? A gentle word. Why not say slaughtered? Every man, woman and child, put to the sword. I remember seeing their bodies hanging high above the gates of Casterly Rock. My father let them rot up there all summer. It was a long summer. 'And now the rains weep o'er their halls, and not a soul to hear.' " Thanks for your analysis of this performance! Have you heard Colm McGuinness' version of Jenny of Oldstones?

I haven't watched an episode of Game of Thrones either. In fact, I don't watch TV at all...I gave it up in 2014 when I realized I was paying for 400 channels but was constantly channel surfing realizing that there was nothing on TV that interested me. But I do enjoy watching your reaction videos involving Voiceplay and Geoff Castellucci though 😎.

Hey Jennifer, check out Geoff's Blackbird. I think it's his best solo arrangement and is absolutely stunning

GOT fan here. "The Rains Of Castamere" is played in a very iconic moment of the TV Series (I know it's been 10 years since the series premiered, but no spoilers from me). You dissecting a song from a beloved TV Series for simply it's musical qualities is very much welcomed, at least from myself. You don't need to know who "House Lannister" is, to review a fantastic musical composition.

Hi Jen, I have a nice live without ever watched Game of Thrones, it works pretty good, not suffering from not watching it😉The reaction is so great, and gave me some ideas to singing deep notes (I'm singing in a choir myself - never reached that deep notes). Thank You very much for Your detailed analysis, great again.

Never watched GoT either. Although my friends call me Mother of Dragons but apparently that's a cool thing lol

Another great reaction by Jenn. I have not watched GoT either. No real interest too. A couple bottles of rum and a couple cigars and Jenn will be singing like Geoff tomorrow morning.

we love you anyway

Join the club, I've never even seen one episode.

I was hoping Jen was going to peel her face off and reveal it was really Arya Stark doing the reaction all along!

Ooh you should react to the danish national symphony orchestra’s version of rains of castamere, it’s so good!

I haven't either Jen don't worry about it.

Your are not alone. There are still a few of us that have not seen GoT.

Love your reaction and this song... and no, I didn't watch GoT either.

Don’t know if you are on Geoff’s Patreon, check out the video of this song in there. At the end, you will see his mouth shape on that last note. Very small and round.

Awesome reaction as always. Something kind of different, but have you heard Elizabeth Zharoff (the Charismatic Voice)'s cover of Poor Unfortunate Souls? Not sure how you feel about reaction to other vocal coaches/reactors, but a really amazing cover.

I haven't watched GoT either so youre not alone on that haha. But his version of this song

hatred. harumph, harumph. Game of Thrones! harumph, harumph, hatred. 😉 keep doin' ya thing, Jen!

I know from having watched several GoT clips on YT there are several houses battling for the Throne. My guess is that Geoff is dressed up to represent ALL those Houses, which is why you see several different images of him on the Throne. Oh yeah, just like you I've never watched GoT either

I don't know game of thrones either nor any other likeness of that category!!!! So --- Don't feel bad :). But ... what Geoff does is nothing short of amazing, he's worked very hard to get to where he is; has turned out very entertaining/pleasing. Be Safe

The “manhood” of the English longbow men was their middle finger rather then what you might be thinking of

I went to look up the pronunciation of Castamere, but it was in British, so it was like "Costemii"

I haven't seen Game of Thrones either... so it's cool! I do like Geoff's cover though!

I have not watched any of GoT either, and really, it is not featured in my future plans. You need not apologize. Those lows, Jenn! You're getting down to a rumbling earthquake, too!

I love you

I honestly thought game of thrones was a video game until just now so your not the only DORK

I love you, I thought I was the only one who didn’t worship the iron throne.

I’ve never seen it either.

He hit D1 subs

or for a treat, listen to Tina Guos cover of Rain Of Castamere, no singing but great Cello music. She has quite a few Cello covers from GoT which are here on YT

did you around 8 minutes there explain to everyone how making an O sound works?^^

He is low bass (natural) so it's easy for him😄😁😁 Dragon breath ♥️

I just found this video that you made..sorry; always liked and enjoyed. 👍 No hate will come from me about not watching Game Of Thrones--I have never had an opportunity to see it.

I can't handle Geoff. WAY too much.! As my ol' pappy used to say," you can run anything into the ground ".!

Stay with the books.

Don't worry about not having watched it. I did, I regret it.

I have watched the game of thrones show. The last season was not very good. I had no idea that this song was from the show. Now i know why the throne looked familiar. Hope no one gives you grief for not watching it.

I haven´t watched it either. Don´t worry

i love your videos, you just sweet =)

I haven’t watched it either Jen

Just read it.

How about some Eva Cassidy??

Regarding GoT, I've only seen the first season and a little bit of the second myself, because I was watching it with my gf (sort of) at the time, then she broke up... Never watched any more...

If you haven't commented on the CEM ADRİAN "SUMMERTIME" Live 2018 song, you haven't made any reaction videos yet.

Coldplay - Everglow [Single Version] - (Official Video) react please.😄❤💜

I havent watched it either

You'll have to do reactions to watching GoT.

So, am I correct in thinking that you *really* like Geoff's ahs?

yeh thats fine, but did u see blackadder?

I can do easy...for my fun.