Geoff's hair-care secret is: He uses the tears of all the people who can't hit his low notes yet. Practice practice practice friends.

Geoff: Dont sing this in front of anybody ALSO Geoff: Sings 🎵🎵🎵

Guys Geoff just created a revolutionary new thing! BASSMR

Singing REALLY LOW: How to - 00:01 Geoff opens mouth: So that's how.

Pro tip: Don’t wear headphones with amped bass drivers when Geoff is demonstrating. Or do if you don’t mind blurry vision for a few seconds.

I think if he became a teacher, everyone would always pay attention and listen..Because his voice even when his talking is absolutely incredible

"when I was young, they asked, because I'm so old now" 😂

geoff mentioning david larson just makes this cooler. the fact that all these basses know each other

Now we just have to ask Layne to make Geoff sing a low E in chest!

4:26 Geoff YOU ACTUALLY DID AN ACCIDENTAL SECOND SUBHARMONIC THERE! Listen closely. When starting the note you had difficulty to hit it and a FIFTH below appeared. That my friend is a second subharmonic. Now you know how to get there and you can start practicing.

Drops 3 octaves like it was a cough! Mad respect!

9:58 I just wanna real quick show appreciation for Geoff's attitude during this question LMAO The absolute dripping passive aggressiveness sent me. The repetition of "when I was young", the " _okay_ ", the editing of the text on screen as he said "the lowest note when I was young" (and ofc the sarcastic editing of "when I was young" being backwards), the continual emphasis on the word young, the stares into the camera as he pauses, and of course... the "thank you for asking." All culminated into the perfect segment. Holy fucking shit 😂Comedian moonlighting as a singer.

My favourite part is how Geoff really says at 5:56 "Most of the stuff that makes me sound superhuman, that's just really good production" while sounding superhuman thoughout most of this video. So either you are superhuman or this video also has super fancy audio production :D But in all seriousness, I guess it's rather many years of very dedicated practice, yes there's also lots of talent, but let's not underappreciate all the practice and devotion that goes into sounding so "superhuman" and actually still be very much human and down to earth or... underground even..in a bass-y way? And as always, the information and entertainment value of these Q and As is just on point. One could listen for hours without getting bored, cause it just has the right amount and mix of humor, nerdiness and useful / useless but interesting facts in it!

“The growl technique” vibrates my brain

Geoff’s jokes are so underrated

Me: **has never been into ASMR** Geoff: **does ASMR** Me: yeah I think I like ASMR now

Can we appreciate how funny Geoff is?

"There seems to be a market for bass content" a lot of that is because bass content is so rare. Not only do the ladies tend to love it, but most popular songs in the media are sung in the upper ranges. I haven't had much of an upper range since puberty, so seeing and hearing content that helps me understand and improve the areas of my natural range makes me very grateful.

1:03 for the hair flip :)

The ending killed me 😫 I genuinely needed to know

"think up and sing down" Me: *trumpet flashbacks*

That "Asleep in the Deep" A1 was amazing.

Geoff Castellucci is a living legend.

I’m so glad someone else appreciates Thurl Ravenscroft! Honestly he was one of the best bass singers ever, and he doesn’t get enough love nowadays

I love Geoff’s sense of humor. The editing is spot-on with the pics and videos and words popping up... even the captions in some of the videos... comedic timing: 10/10 💯 👌

“Young” “no no I’m not salty at all why do you ask?” Haha. I feel that so much.

Geoff, you are *not* old, you are *experienced*. and you definitely don't look 40 (41 now - Happy Birthday BTW) It is fun discovering and listening to the early recordings of Voiceplay and hearing how far you have come with your range and skill. You are so talented, but you and Voiceplay have also worked so hard to get here, and it shows! Thanks for all you do!

As a bass singer myself, I don't do inwards singing for one reason alone - I sound like a dying cow... ;)

The second subharmonic drops the first by a fifth. I spent a lot of time trying to get low enough to sing along with your parts, and I was able to through subharmonics. My natural range cuts out around g2-f2, but I can go go down to C1 with the use of the first and second subharmonics. Oogie Boogie song is a good example, because the ending is a perfect “subharmonic scale” (B2-B1-E1). I would be extremely interested to hear a true bass use the second subharmonic. It’s added an octave and a half to my range (although it’s barely usable except to entertain myself and annoy my wife). It would certainly test exactly how low vocal chords can resonate. Side note, the second subharmonic isn’t all that difficult if you can use the first without much effort. I found it easiest to drop to the first, then relax into that same feeling again and play with it until I found the fifth. Just like the first, you’ll know it when you find it. Edit: one thing of note that I feel needs mentioned is this; subharmonics are simply adding vocal fry to a given note, which causes it resonate the octave or fifth below the original note. David Larson pointed out that the subharmonic range is *in theory* “infinite”. This is certainly the case from the viewpoint of musical theory, however in practice we have to consider how much resonance that the vocal folds can support. Based on everything I’ve seen, read, and tried that limit is the second/MAYBE third subharmonic. You also diminish the amount of volume/support each time you add the subharmonic. We’ll say 100% for the original note, 60-80% for the first subharmonic, and 40-60% for the second. By the time you get to the third there’s so little support/volume that it’s barely recognizable as a “note”. The exception to this (again, based on my experience and research) is if you use the subharmonic on notes that are closer to your “happy range”. An example would be (for me) using the first subharmonic from E2-G1, and the second from F1-B0. Since my range cuts out at G2, I switch to the first subharmonic before I have to strain to hit the notes, and again to the second subharmonic once the first runs out. This maintains a fair uniform amount of support/volume as the notes progressively get lower. You’ll notice, however, that I didn’t go any lower than B0 in the second subharmonic. That’s the “how much resonance can the vocal folds support” thing coming into play. For me, I can indeed “go lower” but the support and volume is pretty much nonexistent at that point. That’s why I said it would be interesting to hear this technique used by a true bass because that limit may or may not apply to their vocal folds (basically is it humanly possible to sing into the 0-octave, or is there a universal cut-off for all humans).

Can we please just all agree that this man is a gem in very way? Thank you, Geoff for another awesome Q&A! ❤️

8:12 Is that a Geoff Castellucci mating call? Spring is on it's way I guess.

Big ups for 1) being honest and transparent, and 2) THE TENACIOUS D REFERENCE -- WELL DONE 👏

2 views, 8 comments, 36 likes Geoff is breaking speakers AND youtube now

Yo his hair is the key to his low voice so he can’t tell us lol. Also I’ve been practicing singing lower notes, but I wanted to know how to singing higher like mixed notes.

Hey Geoff, Not necessarily a bass question, but how do you decide... A) When to swap Eli and J for lower end B) When to switch (whoever's featured I guess) with Eli on the top end Or C) When to double track bass versus having someone else sing the part (like Shiny vs. G.I. Joe theme song)? Thanks, a fan. 😁

"If you wanna sing, sing" Well yes but my mom says no

The reason your bass songs are so popular is because your low notes are like dark chocolate and honey

13:28 i just loved it! like no joking

Here for the bass drop.

Will you ever sing the Misty Mountains song from LOTR? :3

Love Thurl. Him and Vincent Price have that voice where it's either going to terrify you or lull you. Great video as usual Geoff

I love how his heart sinks everytime he says "young"

I think this guy is the coolest dude in the world. He’s so pure and wholesome that he even lives in same area as Disney World. The biggest family oriented wholesome place on earth.

I am not a singer, I am not a man. Why am I watching this? Because here is a handsome man with a stunningly low, beautiful voice 😍

Geoff, I love you as a person. Not only are you crazy talented, but you're also down to earth and humble. I'd love to have beer with you someday. You seem like the kind of dude I could really get along with.

"Most of the stuff that makes me sound super human that's what it is... Superproduction"... and then he sing AND speak like SUPERHUMAN!! 😁 Awesome voice. Thank you Geoff for sharing your superpower with us❤

Geoff should also do voiceovers in cartoons or animes like villans or wise elder people

Geoff:How to hurt yourself Me who had depression for 4 years:Yes

I just want to know when the Geoff/Tim/Avi collab is coming. Great video, as always, and I'm still practicing!

I am not a bass singer but a lot of his tips work for just other singing as well! Thanks Geoff💜💜😊😊

It really inspires me to hear that i can sing lower in chest at the age of 16 than geoff could at 17 🤠

I'm in the Men's Chorus at BYU, and we're so lucky, because we get to practice and perform as a group even now. Honestly, I can't imagine not singing in a choir right now, because that's basically been the only thing that's kept me going. Anyways, I love these videos!

Him: “I put a small amount of trauma on my voice by singing a lot.” Me: “I have acid reflux lol”

1:05 the hair flip was beautiful

Me the high soprano watching this intently as though I will use these techniques: 0_0

Geoff, I don't think anyone would be crazy enough to imply you are getting old. It was probably a kid asking the question because they wanted to know if there is any hope for them. Most boys want to have a voice like yours when they finally become a man ;)

I would love to hear you sing "Ghost riders in the sky"

this is the first 'non singing' video of yours i've watched and i'm so obsessed with your energy!! you're so funny and you are really knowledgeable about what you do, while making it fun to hear about. immediately subscribed!!

Wow. As a 17 year old who bottoms out at around C2 in chest, it's really encouraging to hear that one of my singing gods was once in a similar position. I guess I just assume that you guys were just born freaks of nature. I like to see you as what I could become after I level up for a few years.

Geoff, thank you so much for all these videos you create! I have found not only quality content for improving my vocal range, but inspiration to embrace singing bass again. Like many, I have been trying to extend my vocal range higher to "blend in" with most music performed and produced today. After watching these videos and some practice (and singing along to them), my chest voice is to a B1. Now to work on that Subharmonic Technique. And by the way "young man", I'm 59. So yeah, the voice is STILL dropping! Keep up with the great videos and content! Outstanding doesn't begin to describe your talent.

It’s always awesome that Geoff does these Q&A’s and it’s so fascinating to see what he says in them. I hope he does more of them in the future!

10:40 Wow! Me too now 18 years old and I go down to Eb2. Maybe I'll sing like Geoff in the future. 😅

keep it low and let that hair grow! Always good to see your content! Keep yourself and your family safe Geoff, from a fan in Australia

Base just seems to hit a level of calm and peace better than anything else. I would like to thank you for making to world a better place. Keep being yourself man. God bless

The concern with age could actually be really related to how deep your voice is. Humans seem to connect low voices with higher age subconsciously. When I just had turned 20, that was close to 7 years ago I once asked a girl how old she would think that I am, without seeing my face. She thought I was "46 or something". I have a rather deep and somewhat rough voice when I'm not speaking from my throat. I just took it as a compliment of how deep my voice is, even though it obviously wasn't attractive to her.

Thank you for making my day a little better!

Thank you! I used to be a soprano, then I got sick, now I'm around a tenor. Your channel helped me break my voice to put it back together. Keep being awesome!

I love what a sense of humor he has. thanks Geoff! the answers were helpful and the jokes made me laugh! keep enjoying music, covid will end eventually, and i hope to hear you live when it has.

Discovered you yesterday and have been showing you off to everyone I know. So damn talented. Thank you for your content

Bro first time i am early!!! My favorite is the Sixteen Tons. You're the best at it!!! Keep up the good work!😄

Insightful. Thank you young man. I am so impressed with your skill-set.

I think you are absolutely THE BEST.....I watch your vids over and over

I've learned so much from you and just listening to your songs. For instance on your cover of "Sixteen Tons" I tried singing it at the same notes and using the same technique and I almost got it right. Btw I'm 16 and you are one of my biggest inspirations

I am always so happy when Geoff uploads a new video! You're the best!

Appreciate everything you do!!! Your are amazing 👏❤✨

best Q&A so far! I laughed the whole time (but also sent the video to people who wanted to know what subharmonics were, so informative too!) can't wait for the next one!

I feel comfortable listening your voice in general :D this video is great 😊

Geoff, you're simply the bass king👑

I found your cover of Sixteen Tons last week and you have inspired me to work on my voice brother! I've never had voice lessons or been in anything other than elementary school choir, but I've always thought I could sing fairly well. I'm using your videos as a beginning guide and hope to one day make a cover of your cover, even if for my ears only.

I just watched this video. Super helpful and I certainly appreciate the humor and even more so the technique advice.

I can listen to him just speak for eternity 😍

8:12 Well done! You just imitated T-rex or Godzilla... 😁✌🏻

The bass market is always thrilled to see you upload stuff, you're awesome man!

Man, I love your videos!

The way you do the 2nd sub is actually really simple, but how to get it *consistent* takes a month or so with practice. Here is how I learned it: 1. Start on a note where you don’t shorten your vocal chords at all; what I mean by that Is a medium-lower note that you could hold over an orchestra, (For you Geoff I think that would be sth between a G#2-A#2) 2. Then with strong twang go into the first sub, then maintain that twang (and I can’t stress twang enough) while you sing the first sub and add a *tiny* amount of fry. At first you will find your voice to slip into a billion different positions (imagine a dying bull that just reached his voice change) however with practice you will learn to add just the amount of fry so that your voice slip into just the perfect position producing a note a perfect fifth below the 1st sub. Once you have the muscle memory hammered in and you now how this “position shift” feels like, then you just need to practice in order to make the 2nd subs consistent. As a few final tips: firstly anyone attempting this MUST be able to instantly activate the first sub without any difficulty, and secondly you shouldn’t sing too loudly or to quietly (there is a very fine line here that you must be aware of) That’s it basically, and if anyone’s interested I can upload a clip of myself singing a 2nd sub, however my mom isn’t really a fan of me practicing this, so I would have to find a time when I am home alone :P

OH COME ON! I was waiting for the hair secret :(

God bless you I really loved your rendition of Daddy Sang Bass.

Thank you for this wonderful birthday present Geoff!

At around 2:40 I remembered why I need to watch this with headphones. My phone speakers just skipped this one

I love you so much! I’m so happy to be a loyal subscriber! 🔥❄️

Mr Castellucci DEFINITELY inspired me to do more with my own (naturally) bass singing voice. the subharmonic thing I didn't even know was actually a Thing. I thought it was just me pushing down further than I could go... when the clean tone becomes that froggy croak. Am SO glad it is actually a singing trick & not just me being crap at trying to find my profundity lol

Like always amazing, great job

Thanks for that Geoff

Subharmonics, how they work and what they do (warning, math is included) : Vocal cords and vocal flaps vibrate at two different frequencies, cancelling each others at some intervals and creating undertones. In summary, subharmonics go down an octave, then a fifth, a fourth (second octave), a major third, a minor third, then you start hitting quartertones which aren't on the piano.

It's always been obvious to me that some of the "super-human" stuff was done/adjusted in post, like that bass riff. But it's never taken away from how amazing it is. You still have to be pretty darn great to begin with to be able to pull of that kind of stuff in post. I don't sing, and even if I did I'm not going to be anywhere remotely close to a bass range (being female doesn't help) but I like learning new things so thank you for making these videos.

yay! another bass singing video!

Oh cool a video 4:39 well damn fair enough Would love to see you do falsetto subharmonics one day lol. They’re not particularly useful but you can create some nice stuff with the intervals you create

Quanto talento!👏👏👏.. Sou fã, sucesso👏👏👏🥰

i love this type of videos, please do more!!

This is the ASMR I needed ❤. Love it....