Hands down THE BEST version of this song is done by Disturbed!

The crazy thing with this performance is that he was very sick yet still managed to pull out a perfect sound like that. Dave Draiman is his name. Disturbed is an incredible rock band!

David Draimen is classically trained, but, without doubt one of the the top 3 best voices currently in the industry.

Brother!!!! You will never hear a better Rendition of this song by anyone!! What he did was Perfection!!

Loved this version as David seems to be able to tell the real story behind this amazing song. Original version is sweet etc but this one sounds like you would imagine how God would sound as he looks at the mess we've made of the world, especially today. Very powerful version ...loved it. Loved your reaction Travis.

Dude the look on your face when David hit that growl was priceless. Great reaction as always.

Someone somewhere said that Simon and Garfunkel’s version is depressed about humans lack of emotional communication, that Disturbed’s version is angry and Pentatonix version is a hopeful plea. I think I agree with that I actually love all three versions. And Travis I Love your shirt

David Draiman...amazing voice!! 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! An awesome talent. Loved your reaction and your take on the performance Travis!

As another poster had said before, the original Simon & Garfunkel version was a warning of what would come, the Disturbed version is angry that we didn't listen to the warning, and Pentatonix offers hope that it's not to late to heed the warning. Thank you for reacting! (Oh, and just an aside...I love your T-shirt!)

The VERY best ever! I'm 72 and this version is my favorite song ever in my life! His voice brings me to my knees! I'm in love with this version and this man (David Draiman)! By far the very best!!

He is Jewish and was trained to be a cantor in the temple. His grandfather actually disowned him for a long time when he became a heavy metal singer. You definitely should check out more of them. A Reason To Fight is about fighting inner demons. All of their songs have a meaning.

Hey!!! you know what is truly amazing that he did this with ONE voice where Pentatonix needed 5. Think about that for a minute. David Draiman (born in my neighborhood in Brooklyn) to orthodox Jewish parents. He went to Yeshiva and because he came from a long line of temple cantors, they saw the potential in his voice and that's what they wanted him to do. Obviously, he went a separate way.

David Draiman is not only a great singer but a beautiful man as well. I adore everything about him.

Disturbed is a Heavy Metal Band and their most famous song (prior to this) is probably "Down With the Sickness". As others have mentioned, David is a classically trained vocalist. They deviated from their Heavy Metal playbook for this song, but of course he did add the growl at the end which I noticed gave you ½ Mitch-face lol.

The video of disturbed sound of silence is even better. A lot more “growling”. Loving the shirt

It’s moments like this that prove to the haters how much incredible talent and musical skill Rock and Metal musicians have! Just because they chose these great genres of music….

I’d like to take a sec to appreciate the large group of musicians that are playing here with him, they did amazing as well💜

"Hold on to Memories" by Disturbed is a great song, we will be playing it at my fathers funeral on Tuesday because even as an 82 year old man he loved this song.

I could tell you were mesmerized during this song. I was too, first time hearing it. Great reaction.

I love Disturbed! David Draimen has the best voice in rock. Check out Hold on to Memories. Shows more of the bands softer side. I actually found Pentatonix by watching reactions to Disturbed Sound of silence and the Pentatonix version would be suggested. Now I'm a Disturbed Pentaholic.

That crowd exploded at the end of this as they had to know they had just witnessed something truly great in the way of a performance. That must have been incredible to see live. Especially with the whole band and instruments shaking the floor. Wow!

David Draiman's voice is exquisite !!!.......this is my fav version of this song......and believe it or not, the official video packs even a bigger wallop !!!

HAH! I saw this version first and was OBSESSED and THEN I discovered PTX a few months afterwards and became a raving Pentaholic like you :)

He was pissed off because they changed his voice with the microphone. He was sick and he told them not to do it.

Disturbed has several remarkable songs of their own that does not fall into the heavy metal category. One being "Hold on to Memories" the official live video that is amazing and so very touching. Another one is "Reason to Fight" the official live video that is preformed at all their concerts to advocate the prevention of drug abuse, depression and suicide. Very touching the affect it has on the people at their concerts.

Singer: David Draiman, Keyboards and also is lead guitarist: Dan Donegan, Bass guitar: Johnny Moyer, Drums: Mike Wengren Disturbed is a heavy metal band. Their signature song is Down With the Sickness. It's fantastic. Also, Hold Onto Memories- another very poignant, beautiful song that is not their typical style.

"Down with the Sickness" is another song were David demonstrates his ability to go from a pure-tone Tenor to a primal screech and back again in an instant. That style caught my attention when I first started listening to them.

Ever since it was first released by Simon & Garfunkle (yes, I am that old!!!), “The Sounds of Silence” has always been one of my all-time favorite songs. I loved Disturbed's version when I first heard it (the official video for it is great), thought the tone of his singing more reflected the meaning of the lyrics. Then I heard the Pentatonix version and that became my favorite, it kind of combined the Disturbed and S&G versions into one beautiful creation. Glad that you did reactions for both versions. As usual, love your reactions to the music…

Paul Simon actually said the song was David draimans now after hearing this performance its simply stunning David was trained as a cantor his vocal skills are incredible I love how deep and hypnotising his voice is

"I do think that I've heard some of their songs before in passing, but I've never really looked into them. They are Disturbed." This is THE best presentation of them that I've heard. They might actually agree. Aren't they finishing their concerts with, "We are all disturbed"?

This may well be the best live performance I have ever seen. I keep listening to it again and again. Damn.

Conan said, his backstage crew came out & listened to this performance

The guy is absolutely amazing. Jesus Christ he’s unreal.

Read audience clapped for 5 minutes straight after. That was that GOOD!!!

They have a beautiful song out called Hold on to memories... it will make you cry!!

David Draimans voice NEVER falters, seen him over 20xs and he's amazing!!!!! 💥New music out anyday for all the Disturbed fans... I've just found you so IDK if you've listened to "Hold on to Memories" Beyond beautiful song, his voice is like no others...

He wowed your face off! Beautiful.

Honestly, as much as I love both Pentatonix AND Simon & Garfunkel, the original performers of this song, this is my favorite live performance of this song, hands down. It's just so powerful!! And I know Disturbed, so I know David Draiman has more power than he showed here, but he showed JUST enough and it's SO GOOD!!! I'm so glad you reacted to this, that makes me happy. Another band more like this is Jinjer. It's a female lead and I would start with their Pisces live one take.

Loved your reaction Travis. I cannot get enough of this song ! So much soul, I Love it !

This Sound of Silence cover is the best for me. Pentatonix, Forestella and other versions are beautiful but none are quite like Disturbed's. It makes me trill every time. You might react to their other songs: Light, Prayer, Down with the Sickness, Hold on to the memories. Other bands that I find interesting are: Sleeping at last and Munford and Sons.

I love this version and I love David Draiman voice who was classically trained. You must listen to their song Hold on to Memories.

Hahaha, I enjoyed watching your facial expressions. It is a masterpiece

FYI PTX was just covering this exact version... Disturbed's the sound of silence...

Another great song by them is down with the sickness the stuff you can do with his voice in that song is amazing and I love how they get The Sound of Silence it just pulls you in and you just get so involved it gives you Goosebumps to make you cry I love the original I just like the original singer songwriter of The Sound of Silence he loves the cover that they did of his song and I'm 60 and I love the way they regret it so powerful

I love seeing a 1st reaction like this. ♥️ It never gets old.

I love this cover. David Draiman has an incredible voice, even when he is ill. And That growl and grit he gives here is everything!

This is my favourite version of this song! I had never heard the song before but was a fan of Disturbed. They normally do rock, although after this song came out, I think it was their next album (I can't remember the timeline!) had less rock and a lot more ballads and I liked it too! Anyway. This version is absolutely beautiful.

The fact that he does all this, and he’s SITTING DOWN!!!

I saw this live at one of their shows... it was incredible

His range is impossible 🙈❤

Just for the record, Paul Simon actually loves this version of his song, and that has to say something.

You seemed kinda overwhelmed and flustered. Can't lie..I love it

I love how people say Wow a few notes into it showing they now this is going to be something special and it is amazing.

The way you are drawn info this is amazing.

Get ready for a religious experience. Moves me to my very soul! It's a thing of beauty!

Loved this yet terrified me at the same time.

During this performance, Draiman was... one might say... down with the sickness 😏

David's voice is just amazing! This version to me lets the instruments tell the story and the Original video visually tells the story and both are amazing. Not sure if it was mentioned but Paul Simon said that its David's (Disturbs) Song now. Its the only link Paul ever shared on his personal page. That says something right there. Hold on to Memories is a tear jerker and just David's voice makes it so moving. Also the live version of a Reason to Fight very moving. I never get tired of watching these reactions!

Best cover ever. Paul Simon said this is their song now & added it to his playlist.

Love the t-shirt - "Hocus Pocus" is hilarious. I prefer the "official video" for this. Partly because he was sick during this performance and I can hear it, but also because I feel that an immense amount of effort went into creating it and it deserves respect. It's an amazing video, beautifully crafted. A lot of reactors prefer the "live" versions, and I can understand the thinking, but if a "professional" video is made I feel it should be seen.

So beautiful ❤️ love your hocus pocus shirt!

One of my favorites by Disturbed is Hold on to Memories. It's also acoustic and very meaningful.

Best reaction I have seen yet loved it

It’s an experience every time I see it.

Watch the video, it's darkness captures the message of the song. David was classically trained and a Cantor.

From Disturbed, I suggest.. "The Light" and "Prayer"

Love the t-shirt! One of my all time favorite movies!

He is amazing isn't he? David Draiman is the singer. Wonderful!

And his screams it's not on this earth 🎤🙌🔥

Hey hun, I just subscribed... Yes David Draiman is incredible!!! He was actually classically trained, but hearing most of Disturbed's music you'd never think that!! He was actually really sick with the flu during this performance! But we absolutely love it!! I like to say that Simon and Garfunkel's (the original) was the warning, and Disturbed's is the anger of the warning ignored!!!🎶💯♥️✌️

Listen to the message, keeping silent when things aren't right in the world.

I love this performance ❤❤🔥

An amazing song by Disturbed is Hold on to Memories. The official video is absolutely beautiful. It has a kind of Dia de Los Muertos theme (Day of the Dead).

Paul Simon told them this is now their song and said it was his favourite version. Paul Simon also loves sohyangs version of bridge over troubled water . You should try stay with me Shakespeare sister, I think you will enjoy it. Congratulations on over 20k subs come check out slothy vlogs if you fancy a laugh lol. Subscribed to you, love your reactions.

another live performance that will make you go wow! is Phil Collins doing In The Air Tonight live, well worth a reation!

LOL.. when he went into his distortion, I thought your camera froze. YOur face froze... lol

I love your channel you are amazing, best react i've ever seen

Any & everything by Shinedown is worth listening to!!

Best cover of this song ever

If you want another genre switching suggestion try Johnny Cash’s version of Hurt by 9 inch Nails.

OooOO getting into my favorite genre?? So you have now heard this side of David Draimen. Time to check out Disturbed performing "Down with the Sickness" live at the Rock Am Ring 2008. (HAS to be this performance!) You'll see the fans reaction to him and feel the electricity of the crowd. It will also give you a clear idea of what this mans vocal range actually is. He is truly gifted. You will have to go to a Disturbed show with me when they come ;)

Paul Simon actually put a link to this song on his IG page.

Disturbed es genial y David tiene una súper voz💯

Check out their video - for yourself, if not for a reaction. It's not only extraordinary, but it offers another layer of depth to this classic song.

He was very sick when he sung on the show!

Absolutely love this version of this song 🎵 ❤ thank you !! 😊👏💗 Please react to Rag n bone man 💗 his voice is incredible!!

I love PTX but this version is my favorite

nothing else to say everybody should his name by now and everybody should know by now that what comes after is WOW !!!!!!!!!!!!!!

King of distortion! Check our Down with the Sickness (unedited version) !

David was classically trained from 8 years old

I'll echo what other's have already said: Hold onto Memories showcases the softer side of Distrubed's music. Down with the sickness is a popular one that's metal. Inside the Fire (I think that's the right title... haha) is about suicide, so very dark, but he straight up uses it to talk about getting help for suicide and his experience with a girlfriend dying from suicide as a teen. I just appreciate the opening to it and all. Oh! and Who taught you how to hate is another good song, but is also fairly dark! Basically, I love a lot of their music, but can't remember titles so can't tell you which are best. lol

It's the greatest cover in the history of covers. You can disagree but, you'd be wrong.

Love that you did a reaction to this, have you done any on Home Free? Hopelessly Helping is amazing

Yessssssss. David Draiman. The best. Ever. 😍❤️🇨🇦

Go for 'Down with the sickness' by Disturbed. Bloody awesome and completely different to this.

Are you Skweezy Jibbs? Anyway, I can never get enough of this song. I must have watched 200 people listening to it. It's such a journey.

I felt bad for David. He was upset because he insisted it not be altered, human voice has flaws sometimes. He was sick but still could sound good but they went against his wishes. I get it both ways. Disturb and PTX are my favorite. Disturb is filled with anger while PTX is more hopeful. Depending on my moon, one will fit the bill. 🤣 Thanks, Travis! ☮️

The only thing that could have made that better is if at the end of the song he did a mic drop and walked away 😆

If you want to hear David's Metal Voice, Watch The Offical Video of Down with the Sickness. It does not Disappoint!!!!!

Best version , I think