I've watched a few reaction videos to this videorecorded performance of Gigi reportedly by vocal teachers/coaches, but you are the first and only one who actually provided some technical/technique commentary, which I found entertaining and fascinating. About Gigi, I had to reflect on why I am so taken with her and her voice and this is what I have found. She has an incredible sense of fluidity to her performance of a song. Not once do I think, Gosh, that was too much of a dynamic drop, or she didn't build up very well to the bridge when the rest of the band was, etc. She's right, smack dab in the pocket with the song as if she owns it -- she story-tells with her singing. I also love her phrasing and use of vibrato, giving her a very dark, smoky jazz sound/vibe, and at other times more of an R&B sound/vibe, and her pitch is so right-on -- wow. Her voice is also so clear that I never have to question the lyrices that she sings -- this is not the case with a lot of singers due to the way that they articulate, enunciate, or phrase the lyrics. Stage presence: I totally agree with you. Gigi seems love singing and it really shows, and the audience can pick up on the joy that she feels while singing. She was born to sing and it's like she's in the zone when she sings and everything about her performance just flows perfectly, without one hitch. SMH... I'm just so impressed with her and I wish that a wider audience could enjoy what we enjoy about her and her lovely voice and performances. And, lastly, Gigi's singing oftentimes gives me chills because it touches me that deeply. Crazy. Cheers!
That only shows how a person was moved beyond emotion by music... and Gigi does it to all of us... kudos to Gigi De Lana & her amazing band Gigi Vibes (they are equally impressive & exceptional)❤😊🤟
She sings the first part very straight, the second time, she opens up, changing things up, with the vocal changes, rhythm, timing, and by the third time around when you don't think she can make it even better, she loves to let her voice and her mastery take over, without seeming to think about what comes out, except that it is absolute genius. A master of her voice.
Funny you should mention Karen Carpenter. She covered a few Carpenters songs and if you closed your eyes, you would say it's Karen reincarnated. Great reaction!
I have heard her covers of Carpenters' songs-and I have to respectfully disagree. This lady is very very good, but not even close to the perfection that is Karen Carpenter.
great reaction! you mentioned your impression was that she's like modern karen carpenter, well she nailed every carpenters song she covered so far! I recommend you react to her 'i won't last a day' rendition if you want to hear more of that sound. and i also agree when you said she have so many qualities to her voice, she has that certain talent to sound like the original singer but not exactly alike, you'll get what i mean if you listen to her cover of alanis morissette's 'ironic' or like a-paramore/avril lavigne song. and also a quick fun fact: gigi mentioned she loves exploring genres. she's done jazz, alternative rock, and you want to see some awesome scat she does it really good in her cover of frank sinatra's 'fly me to the moon'.
Have you heard her superstar? She’s got a stand alone video from last year or more back that’s the coolest arrangement I’ve heard. And I was raised on Luther. She’s done lesser versions of that song that are good. But that one stand alone is a great for her and her side pieces. She’s like I made her in the basement with power tools. She’s sings like I a dream.
Admitted Katrina Velarde fan here, just loving this insanely good vocals. It's like Karen Carpenter, but with an electric guitar hidden somewhere in her voice box. The guitarist just did a solo, and Gigi's like "hold my drink" Holy S*!
You know Mam even me as a co Filipina were addictive on how Gigi sing her song are so versatile like a magical how to see as her musicality and thank u for your comment. we love Gigi as a singer / the bands
Exactly when you said she enamores listeners not only that she captivates and impresses us. Seldom do we see 40's and 50's hairdo like yours bethany and you look real happy when you talk people seem to loose that nowadays.
While her "Through The Fire" cover is her most viewed to date, I find Gigi's rendition of "Better Days" to be my favorite not just because the multi-faceted colors in her voice is in full display but it has also shown the "storytelling" aspect of her singing. The swag / attitude in which she performed the song is also a plus for me. Definitely worthwhile to check that one out.
She has many amazing covers such as Better Days, Fly me to the Moon, Butterfly, Yesterday when I was Young, All I Ask, I'm With You, I don't Wanna Wait. She's the queen of all genre.FYI this is live streaming Gigi and her band do this 2 to 3 hours twice a week. So the songs performed are mostly requested.
A fun fact that this is a segment somewhere in the middle of a two hours live stream jam session that they do twice a week during the pandemic. Definitely lots of Gigi performance to react to!
The fact that she is going through the lyrics(you can see her left arm scrolling) while performing at such a high level goes to show how talented she is. I'm a new subscriber. I love your enthusiasm it's so contagious. Such genuine reactions. And I am learning a lot from you. Much love from PH. ❤️
I guess you’re the ONLY one (among the other vocal coaches) who noticed that suspended subglottal pressure and I think that’s soooo cool! Annnndddd the way you break down bits and pieces 😍😍😍
Gigi won the lottery when God was handing out beauty and talent, LOL! She just exudes cool and hippness! I know that sentence just dated me, but she's singing songs from my time! Jazzy and just got me groovin'
Gigi is surely unique & has a very powerful & versatile voice. Her technique is truly exceptional & amazing. Your review & explanation on Gigi's technical prowess is very insightful & very educational. It helps us understand how our vocal instruments work... you are truly amazing & we thank you for your very sincere review of Gigi's musicality.😊
It's very hard to perform live, but she did it, she performed very well. It's so amazing 👏 , lucky and blessed voice, nice gigi vibes band. 💖 and very nice reaction
Gigi and Gabriel Henrique are the two best young singers out right now they do runs and whistles effortlessly they make you feel the songs and make you fall in love with them, it’s a phenomenon ❤️❤️👏🏻👏🏻
Hear their rendition on a song " Shallow " with Sam Mangubat, " All I Ask " from Adele , " Beat It " from Michael Jackson., " Fly me to the Moon " with her Gi Gi Vives.
She’s one of the best after Morissette and KZ and love her jazzy type song. Full of life. True when you’re into it you felt happy and of mixed emotions. Love your reaction, thank you. Subs here 👍
Gigi leans towards alternative rock as she confessed during an interview. Pls react to her Avril Lavigne cover of "I'm With You". You can see her rock star side. Or react to her "Better Days" or Carpenters' "Close to You" . She is just that versatile and good. ❤️
This is not just admiring your passion for music but I am also learning a lot from you. Thank you. I'm from the Philippines and a member here in a local band with the guitars and vocals and your lessons while you watch videos are really great that I can see you're one of the best teachers out there.
Just want you to hear and reacts from her, GIGI DE LANA "FLY ME TO THE MOON "and " BETTER DAYS "thanks to your beautiful reactions more reactions from you 😘 God bless always 🇵🇭❤💚
Awesome reaction Bethany💕 yes “ease” and “effortless” are features of Gigi’s performances. Definitely worth diving down this rabbit hole as she has an extensive playlist of amazing covers. Oh and yes her band are brilliant as well.
You know ma'm the band members live in the house of Gigi. She doesn't allow them to go places because of Covid 19. She fears that someone going outside might get the virus or have a close contact with a carrier. This is her way of protecting her mother who is under treatment for cancer. Her mother is under chemotherapy so her immune system is so low. I admire Gigi raised alone by her mother and trying to make both ends meet through youtube. Lucky for her because she was hired by a TV noontime show recently.
For such a comparatively small country the philippines produces so many excellent singers that you have to feel for the newcomers...it's so crowded op on that stage already
You are a very fine coach and so honest and ery respectful as not to offend anyone in sharing your opinion. Your real emotions surely matches your comments and facial reaction. I’d say, you are one of the most professional and a very pleasant reactors , not just because you are commenting on Filipino talent but over all! I am so impressed that I enjoy watching and hearing you while listening on your subject ( the singers). Kudos to you and God Bless!
Luv your reaction, Please also , react to Gigi's cover of "Fly me to the moon" ," LOVE" , and Maroon 5 "This Love" .My top 3 favorites from Gigi vibes !!! Thanks !!!!
I really love your reaction videos because it shows how dork and passionate you are about music. Everytime you say something technical I'm always ready to google it, and the way you explain it make it easier to understand, even if you know nothing about singing techniques. Keep them videos coming!
Try also her cover FLY ME TO THE MOON by Frank Sinatra they make a little bit fast beat jazzy and rocky. I love the way you react coach hopefully you make more reactions our Filipino singers 😍
