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FYI: He wasn't imitating a didgeridou. He was imitating a Jaws Harp. Similar sound but more of a resonant twang than a growl.

Brilliant

It is a jawharp sound he is mimicking at the beginning. It is a staple in blue grass

"I don't like hearing messy runs." -vocal coach "Me neither." -men's room attendant

The moment when she realizes that what Tim does in the beginning isn't even close to what he's capable of: Priceless! :-)

In the American south, we call that starting sound a mouth /jaw harp. I love how they use the pronunciation of vowels and many exaggerated consonants give the song a very deep south feel. Very true to the song.

The “didjeridu” sounds more like a jaw-harp to me. (I’ve played both, and the jaw harp would be a more appropriate instrument in this context.) Great song choice!

Dear Julia, since you mentioned Tim Foust the Bass singer and Avi Kaplan the Bass from Pentatonix PLEASE react to Home Free Ring Of Fire Featuring Avi Kaplan and be aware that the final LOOOOWWWWWW note is done by Tim. Home Free has also done a number of songs from their individual homes since the virus started including a COMICAL song titled Quarantine that is about dealing with things because of the virus. Their beatboxer is Adam Rupp who does a drum solo but when he stands up he isn't finished. 🎶👱‍♀️👗👠👠💓

You have attracted the attention of home free fans AKA Homefries. Welcome to the club.

Usually not a fan of listening to the vocal coaches.. however, your explanation of different methods, sounds, technique and what you're actually observing in text form is a nice addition. You certainly know your stuff. This is a fun, " It's 2 am. on saturday night in a town of 100 in Missouri, blasting my shop woofers, half drunk, "kind of feel.

That BASS, when they all harmonize…it causes such a POWERFUL rich sound, it legit brings tears to my eyes….and I’m a MetalHead. I just can’t help it. Chills & tears. Just overcome, with emotion. And it’s ALL simply anchored by that AMAZING bass voice Foust has

I love when you can visually see when Tim makes the ladies fall in love with him.

I love how everyone just passes out immediately when Tim starts going off with that bass

"Hello guy with the low voice." Oh, my sweet summer child. You don't know yet. :-)

The Jews Harp was Adam Chance. The beat boxer is Adam Rupp. (Also the "harmonica" and I say that because it's his voice). The first singer is Austin Brown, and he's awesome.....in fact, all of them are incredible. The bass is Tim Foust, and has a 5 octave range, which is ridiculous. There isn't a "mediocre" person in the group. They're all superstars, and together are hard to resist.

I've watched a few vocal coaches reacting to this group now. The female coaches all make the "sexy digging it face" when Tim hits the first dramatic bass notes. It is inevitable. Hits them right in the feels. Not gonna lie, I probably make the same face. LOL

You should check out there version of the "Ring of Fire"

BEST reaction / analysis of this production. Thanks!

I call this a “family” arrangement because all the guys add their own special talents into this song to make it a more complete listening experience. Austin is awesome rolling his “r’s” and that little yodel kicked in for good measure. Rob accompanies him on those great high notes. Adam, a very good, experienced vocal impressionist, which I personally think is a few steps higher than a beat boxer, continues to amaze and thrill me. Tom, with that deep, dark, growly G3 (I may be off here), always blows my mind and turns my knees to jelly...always🤦‍♀️. Great overall idea for this 1913 song; costumes are right on - maybe a jug or two or a Blue Tick hound, but I’m from TN🧡

That yodel you keep hearing is very standard in USA Southern music. It's one of the things that really stand out from other sections of the USA vocal wise and let's you know you're "in the Deep South, Sugar."

I'm so happy you noticed how low Tim goes after his verse. Most reactors are so shocked by his bass during his solo they miss that. Great reaction.

You Miss Ma'am have a wonderful breakdown on this Absolutely Amazing Group. Stay Blessed

I went to one of their concerts once years ago, and I’m still as addicted as ever.

4:52 "that is probably obviously a production element" Oh honey...Tim is just that bass-y😎

Welcome to the rabbit hole that is Home Free. Home Free is known as a Country acapella band but, they can perform any genre of music. Their original music has mostly a country flavor but they have performances that cross over and blur genres. "Country Fried Pop Medley" takes several pop songs, mixes them together and adds a Country twist. "The Butt's Remix" takes a number of songs from different genres (Country, R&B, Rap, Classic Rock) and mixes them together Tim's is the Bass, try Ring of Fire w/Avi Kaplan or the live versions of Your Man or Honey I'm Good to hear examples of some of his low notes. Chance, the one doing the Jaw Harp, is the Baritone and can also sing bass. Try Mayday (he has a bass lead), In the Blood (he sings bass line when Tim sings lead) or Go Rest High on that Mountain (helps carry bass line while Tim is singing tenor). Austin, the first lead in this song, is the High Tenor, songs that feature him are Mayday, Bring Him Home (From Les Miserables) or Wake Me Up. Rob, the second lead in this song, is the Lead Tenor. The End of the Road, 9 to 5 and Colder Weather are songs that feature him. Adam is the beat boxer. When he isn't beat boxing, he fills in from baritone up into tenor one. There are several videos that showcase his beat box drum solos. Up until 2016, Chris was the Baritone in the group. Chris is Adam's brother and he and Adam started the group in 2000. Chris is in Country Fried Medley, the Butts Remix and Ring of Fire. All of their music involves amazing arrangements and these guys are talented enough to switch roles around. Check out 9 to 5 beat box breakdown.

i absolutely LOVE how in depth you go into breaking down vocal strings bit by bit! thank you!

Ladies and gents, here we have the complete package. Julia, not only has talent and knows her stuff, but has intelligent insight and is clearly a great vocal instructor as well. Oh, yeah. Beautiful too.

The "digerydoo sound" that you are talking about it meant to be a "jews harp" which is more appropriate for the Deep South (in the US) scene. That is being done by the baritone in the group, Chance (Adam Chance) ...the beatboxer is doing the drums and harmonica (Adam Rupp)

Peter Hollens featuring Tim Foust “Misty Mountain” thank me later

Love this song because it appears to be timeless.

Girl, you have an absolutely amazing speaking voice! Smooth as silk and VERY pleasant to listen to.

Tim isn't being over produced . He is straight one of the best basses out there. I seen Home Free live in Barbour County WV and He flat has it. Tim rocked that place.

"O Brother Where Art Thou" is a must watch movie if you haven't seen it! This is such a good song. I love the music in it.

This is one of the best songs I've ever heard... And definitely the best of Home Free. Every single note is perfect. Their work is just beyond any word...

Thank you so much for this vid. finally a vocal coach video with actual skill from the coach

Actually, you MUST see/hear them live. My wife is a vocal teacher and the first time she heard them live she said "they can't do that!" They have the most outstanding ability to blend with each other even when their instruments are strained from the rigors of touring. Oh, and they own the stage and are great people as well!

the "hello sir" comment made me laugh literally out loud, subbed for sure, well done

They’re a lot of fun to see live! (Saw them at the Alaska state fair one year). They’re all awesome. I’d like to say the bass comes through just as well live. You could feel the vibrations through the floor! All the guys came across as friendly, funny, humble and super talented. Worth seeing if you get the chance!

I love your reaction. It adds a depth that I didn’t know I wanted

The "future Julia" edit is an awesome idea, I love it

One great thing about home free is there isn't *a* lead singer. They basically take turns singing lead. One will be the main feature for a couple videos then they'll switch. The beatboxer never sings lead, but I'm given to understand he's actually shy about straight up singing. He sings background in a few of their songs but I'm given to understand it took a lot of coaxing to get him to do it. If you want to hear more of the first lead's yodel, he full on yodels in their cover of 'Thank God I'ma Country Boy'

Such a refreshing rundown of probably my favorite song of theirs. Your excitement and knowledge shine! Goodness and probably the darn prettiest woman I've yet seen

Julia, I have watched your reaction to this video probably 30x. You are genuinely having so much fun with this. Love the purity.

Home Free's "Hillbilly Bone" really showcases Tim's bass.

I love how all female vocals coaches have a little 'moment' when they hear a nice deep bass vocal... just saying lol

They are just as amazing in concert as they are in their production numbers! My favorite group!

I was completely blown away when I heard this arrangement, Fell in love with the group immediately.

If you like Austin's yodeling, try their version of 'All About That Bass'.

7:15 so basically, to make Julia fall in love with someone, they just need to have a good basso profundo singing voice and be able to break subwoofers with their bass notes (like Tim is known for doing)?

Baritone here! Just found your channel and I love your reactions! And the musical breakdown, I’m a musician myself and I absolutely love how you broke everything down. You have a new subscriber

Love the instruments... how can he make those sounds so real. They do so well together.... I am hooked on them.

Watching vocal coaches thirsting after Tim is my favorite thing

"The bass is in the building"!😂

Just discovered your reviews today Julia. So comprehensive and informative. Thank you! Hope you’re safe during the lockdowns happening at the mo young lady.

I absolutely love the excitement coming from you in this video. It adds to the enjoyment of watching it.

There are three acapella groups I follow: Pentatonix, Home Free & Voiceplay. All you need is a Voiceplay reaction and you've covered all of them. Moana medley is a good place to start, or the Oogie Boogie song if you want to see the Bass take lead. (and drop a surprising last note!) Home Free became much better known after wining season 4 of the sing-off. (PTX won season 3) You're sure to get a lot of recommendations to react to Home Free's cover of 'Ring of Fire'. This was a big hit in the sing off and you can find video's of that performance as well as a video they made with Avi Kaplan of PTX. You'll probably have many recommendations for both so here's a suggestion, do both back to back! The song is short and this way you can compare live vs. studio. There are many great Home Free songs to choose from but I'd like to suggest 'Butts Remix'. This is a much more lighthearted tune, but it's a really clever arrangement that spans multiple genres: country, pop, rock, rap... Their acapella rendition of some tech heavy dance club music is impressive. Also, their antics are sure to make you laugh.

I heard them live. They sound just as good on stage.

Absolutely amazing

I love your way of doing it giving us your thoughts without having to interrupt the song to much!

Having seen them live I can promise you that they are this clean live as well as in production. This song is fabulous live as Austin, the main lead does a vocal harmonica duet with Adam (the beatboxer). Austin also has a fantastic yodel that he has shown in a couple of other songs, All About That Bass and Country Boy. Tim, the Bass can go even lower than what you hear in this song. He has a 5+ octave range and is truly an exceptional talent. Rob, the second lead and Chance the baritone both have exceptional voices and shine on the songs the lead on. Home Free is addicting and never disappoint.

We've seen Home Free twice. They are seriously good and so fun to see live. Adam's beatbox solo in the concerts are just insane. And when Tim showcases his low notes live, it actually hurts your chest because it's so low. Words don't do it justice, it's a must experience. Love hearing your take on the song. Great video!

I have heard this sound many times but have never heard these guys sing it. Actually this is the first time I ever heard or seen these guys. They did a very nice job with it.

We were lucky enough to see Home Free in concert about a year ago and they are even more impressive live. We were sitting near the back of the theatre and we could feel the air from the bass.

I have seen Home Free Twice and let me tell you, you can feel the impact of Tim Foust's bass. It is insane. If you ever have the chance go see Home Free Live, you will not be disappointed.

Keen to check out more from this group! Not gonna lie, I've been following Pentatonix for a really long time and have no idea how these boys slipped under my radar when a cappella done well is truly awesome. Another a cappella group I spied recently with their very own bass canon is _Narin here on KZfaq. They mostly do Korean covers though. Hope you enjoyed this one guys! Let me know what else you want down below!

So far you’re the only vocal coach I will watch :3 I love how much you look like you’re having fun

The biggest thing I appreciate with you is that you really give a GREAT sound quality of the band/vocal group in your vids and reviews so you can hear exactly what’s going on. A bow and high five to you madam.

These guys are amazing! Thanks for reacting to this. There’s sooo much more to enjoy!

OK, so you will be getting a lot of requests for a cover they did of 'Mayday' by CAM. While that is hands down one of my favorite songs they've done, you should not react to it just yet. You see they pull a surprise in that video that you won't catch unless you know who does what in the group. I suggest you watch at least a couple more of their videos before doing 'Mayday'. I recomend 'Die A Happy Man' and maybe 'In The Blood'

Love your reactions, you make it fun.

Great reaction and analysis!! ❤❤❤

The last guy is actually doing a "mouth harp" known around the local they are singing from..

I've seen them live, they arent pushing the bass forward in production. It really is this intense

As a fellow Aussie, i watch a lot of reactors and i love how bloody Aussie you are!! Keep up the amazing videos!!

Julia, please consider a Reaction to Home Free’s “Sea Shanty Medley”. You are so right on in your analysis! Growing up in West Africa as it once was called, a world traveler by any name, and a person who enjoys music of many different genres - I also thought the opening sound was a didgeridoo which is a sound I love. My first “Jew or Jews Harps” were made in Republique du Niger, and in Nigeria. The Ozark experts commenting before me make sense, and no worries. I learn much more from you in how you break down the performances than many others - thank you!

Fun Fact: Tim (the bass) actually hit a note so low he broke a speaker at a live performance. That sound isn't a Didgeridoo it is a Mouth Harp which is used is used old Country Music as well as Bluegrass. Their Accents are all similar cuz they are from the South in the U.S.!

Yes, you HAVE to hear them live to really experience those low notes! Hope you get the chance! These men are incredible, and their "frys" are devoted and vocal - we LOVE them!

I just love as I watched this 100 times you admit you were wrong at beginning. Real people why you are damn top shelf

Everytime I hear your voice, my heart goes a flutter. 🥰

The alligator had a current SAG card and was properly paid scale for her performance in this video. ¯\_ツ)_/¯

The bass, Tim, comes through live just how you are hearing it here. I've been thrice. He's something extra.

Love your review, and Love You!

What's not to like here, all top notch singers with exquisite complimentary changing rolls. It's a wow in every way. What I especially absolutely love is that they don't over do their delicacies. For too many years, most talented vocalists have crammed every feature they have In to their expression like it was a contest of tricks. It takes away from any chance they have of emoting a connection with the listener. It's impressive from a physically technical stand point. but it doesn't touch you. Love these guys !

More Home Free reactions, please!!! (Mayday, Ring of Fire, Auld Lang Sign, My Church, How Great Thou Art, End Of The Road, etc) This was by far my favorite Vocal Coach reaction to Home Free yet!! Subscribed

Hi Julia! Those first few bars reminded me of "The Hu' and that I MUST recommend them to you! Mongolian throat singing, heavy metal! Stunning, and I cannot believe I didn't find out about them until today! I don't see a reaction from you yet for them "Wolf Totem", "Wuve Wuve Wu", or the one from the Star Wars game are all equally enchanting for a first watch into this remarkable band, Cheers from almost the exact opposite side of the world, Calgary, Alberta, Canada!

Really enjoyed the song and such a fun watching you enjoy it with the same vigor ...lol

Love this group!

I love how you actually speak on what is happening with actual knowledge and explaining what is happening unlike other people who just point out the same things everyone can hear and say it sounds great. I can tell you know your stuff, love the video.

Finally a reactor notices how Tim goes even lower on the echo of "While he is sleeping in his grave." That was so nice. Kudos on catching that ^_^ Great reaction. It makes me smile seeing people have so much fun when they hear this for the first time. :) I LOVE your bit in the title about "ready the bass canonnnn!!" xD Yes! Someone's probably told you by now, but Rob (the Beard) does the "dub pa dub pa doo" and they do use a looper just for that little bit so he can also sing his other parts in the song. They also loop the sound effect Chance does because it would hurt his throat too much to do it through the whole song.

Bruh 😮 I love y'all singing this, gives me chills 😊and thank you Julia Nilon for the reaction

these guys came and sang at my school many years ago, was really cool! glad they're doing so well.

The two tenors: the first is from Georgia in the southern US. He's leaning hard on the natural southern accent. The second is from the upper Midwest of the US. There is a very different basic accent underlying to his country man voice. The bass is from South Texas, another distinct accent he is leaning into.

You break songs down so beautifully, I didn't even realize things were happening until you break it down in a way for me to really really appreciate the talent these (and all your breakdowns) musicians truly have, thank you for showing me something so beautiful.

One of my favorite reaction channels I've found. Keep it up!

Thanks for the video. I enjoyed it.

I’ve seen them live in concert twice. They are just as clean live as recorded. When I saw them perform this in concert, there are 2 harmonicas - Austin, one of their tenors, and Adam, their amazing beat boxer. They do use a “looper” on this one to flush out the sounds live, but they record the “loops” in front of the audience so you get to hear the pieces being added individually. Very cool.

One way they get that "extra bass" sound is Adam Chance, who joined the group after Chris Rupp departed. He's technically a baritone, but is capable of very, very low notes. So he can take over the bassline when Tim is singing, but also adds another layer of bass/baritone other times. Oh, and he's also the one making the mouth harp sounds. :)

Julia, you are so darn peppy, love it... great analogy.

Nice breakdown! And thank YOU a for being so easy on the eyes…. :p