@@1SqueakyWheel If you want laugh your butt off watch the reaction to raining men her name is amber she goes crazy over that song. It plays at male strip clubs you know she went to one.🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
Totally LOVE this group and their rendition of this song just gives me chills. SO soulful and emotional, I could listen to them all day. Austin’s voice just blows me away
His name is Austin Brown. Yes, he was raised in the church, so has a gospel background. He also studied musical theatre, there are videos of him singing Bring Him Home from Les Miserable out there. He has his own channel where he releases his solo work, both covers and originals. For something different, you might watch his solo video of a song he wrote about the work ethic he was raised with called Earn It. Oh, there’s also a great story out there about how Austin ended up in Home Free. The group has existed for over twenty years. Basically, Home Free was playing a concert when Austin was working the cruise ships. One of Austin’s coworkers knew some Home Free guys and warned them about this really excitable guy who was coming to the concert. Sure enough, Austin was so blown away by Tim Foust (the bass) in particular, that he swore then and there he HAD to be in Home Free one day. The rest is history!
Not quite. Home Free were guest artists on the ship where Austin was featured singer. It was always the case that the resident artists and the guests took in each other's shows on the ship, and in this case they were mutually impressed. He and Tim got drunk together, but it was Rob who particularly impressed him and who told him that there was likely to be a vacancy coming up. The actual story from their own lips is on the History of Home Free on Chris Rupp's channel. Btw No-one said that Austin was "really" excitable - just a little.
I was in high school when Percy Sledge released that song in the mid-60s. I never thought there'd ever be a better version until I heard Austin Brown do it with Home Free. He kills it.
The original by Percy Sledge is a CLASSIC....... Michael Bolton's version was so powerful & soulful........ But WOW, I'm getting goosebumps with this one!!! I rarely love covers this much, but this one is amazing!!!
I was brought up with the Percy Sledge original this is an unbelievable song that hits the depths of your soul with regard to a man loving a woman, hope you get to react to the Percy Sledge original version
This is absolutely fabulous. The lead singer on this song is Austin Brown , high tenor who has a degree in theater arts. He was sing this to his girlfriend at the time and they are now married. Tim is their bass singer who ha s a 5 octive level of singing. Chance is their baritone, bass singer. Rob is a tenor and Adam is their beat boxer. There isn't anything that they can't sing. You should hear two country boys sing Nessum Dormer. It is amazing.It is sung by Austin Brown and Rob Lindquist who also has degree in theater arts and has had opera training. You will be blown away.
Here are a few that will take you a little further into the rabbit hole: Take Me Home Country Roads, Blue Ain’t Your Color, My Church, When You Walk In, I Can’t Outrun You, Love Train, End Of the Road, Hillbilly Bone, In The Blood… Who Am I kidding, you could choose anything and it would be phenomenal. My only recommendation is hold off on reacting to “Mayday” until you’ve reacted to at least 10 of their other songs and know all of their names. I’ve been waiting for another Home Free reaction for a while so I’m so glad you made your way back to them. Also, their original songs are amazing too so give “Dive Bar Saints” a listen too. The rabbit hole is deep, wide, and filled with pure joy.
Amber Amber Amber, I've watched 100's of reactions to this performance. You are now at the TOP of the mountain for the greatest reaction to this performance and no one else is even in the same zip code.
The Rob Squad is my favorite reaction site because they are down to earth and unlike most others, do not overreact to what they are listening to. It is funny, and I guess amusing, that what Amber wanted to say was that she didn't think this kind of emotion could come from a white singer. Happens all the time. No one has a monopoly on emotion folks. Great video.
While Percy Sledge is my marker for which I measure the covers of this song, I absolutely adored their rendition and felt Austin in particular killed it. 😍
@B Gallagher I bought Michael Bolton’s album back in the day… Personally, I prefer Austin’s. And Bolton, while extremely talented in his own right, doesn’t even touch the purity of Austin’s high range…
And when you think the only instrument they use is their mouths. No guitar, no drums, no cowbell, just all acapella. The first time I saw them, they won an acapella contest on TV. I was blown away then and they've gotten nothing but better.
Austin Brown was working (singing) on a cruise ship where Home Free was also performing. He told them he would like to sing with them and the opportunity came about where the lead tenor was out for a week. He filled in for him and then the lead tenor retired and Austin took over. The rest is history.
I am 66 years old and I have been affiliated with music all of my life and have heard many people sing different songs, but this group and this young man is absolutely amazing, awesome 😮.
Austin Brown is one of the very best singers I have ever heard in my entire life. Home Free is also very, very supportive of reaction channels. If you reach out to him he'll give you an interview. I've seen him do full 1 hour interviews on other channels. As far as taking you to church, they literally do that on several of their videos. The best one in my opinion is How Great Thou Art, and they have a version of Amazing Grace that is spectacular.
"How Great Thou Art" is a must. In a completely direction would be "Butts Remix" for some fun. You really can't go wrong with anything you pick from them.
Percy Sledge did this in the sixties, and I loved it. Then Michael Bolton covered it and I loved that. They both did beautiful jobs. Somehow, Home Free has blown them both out of the water! Wow! Thanks for reacting to this, or I probably wouldn't have heard this version!
I have heard this song many times but this has stopped me in my tracks to give my undecided attention. His voice melts my heart and reminds me where it belongs. Hands down he has a awesome gift. He killed it. Want to hear more from them. Makes me think there is still good out there.
I said that same thing 🤣!! That's actually how I was 'introduced' to them because I saw that and I was like, OH he** naw they better not have messed up my boys song!! LOL... and I was blown away!!! Because I still have a rose that they gave me during the only BIIM concert I've ever been to and I was shocked at these guys version
I am SO excited you’re doing more Home Free!!!! I was holding my breath waiting for your reaction when Austin hit that first note!!! Y’all did not disappoint!!! Omg that put the biggest smile on my face!!!! 😁 I can’t wait for y’all to do MORE!!!!!! ❤️
I even sent a sad eyes lol I support both Home Free & Voiceplay on Patreon. I was lucky enough to be the 199th person to support them. There first goal was to reach 200 supporters. We all got a special numbered coin. They said it was such a pain lol they'd never do it again.... I just know that they're going to LOVE them... And the girls. Not to mention watching them discover all of Home Free p😃
You guys need to hear “Unchained Melody “ by Austin Brown. Amazing. He has one of the most beautiful voices I’ve ever heard. Love your reactions, you’re guys are the best. ♥️
This is the first time listening to and hearing of Home Free and I'm blown away! OMG! They kick booty! Thank you for introducing us to this outstanding band. I've got a lot of listening to do. ❤❤❤❤❤❤
I ABSOLUTELY love this version and Amber, I think this is the second song by Home Free that brought tears to your eyes ! No worries, it did the same to me ! !
Oh yes, they rotate lead singers. They are all wonderful! "Butts Remix" is hilarious, definitely check that one out. They also did a wonderful version of "Ring of Fire", "Love Train," "Some Girls Do," and so many others. You can't go wrong with Home Free. Austin Brown sings lead on this one. He has his own RU-vid channel and his version of Etta James' "At Last" is incredibly beautiful. Tim Foust (the deep bass), does a duet of "Misty Mountains" with Peter Hollens that will blow you away. The last note on that song sounds like it came from deep within the earth.
Tami Simkins That is known as basso profundo - it may also be heard in some Russian Orthodox choir pieces where the bass goes so low that it doesn't sound human. The voice is the first musical instrument to ever exist, and according to Orthodox Christian tradition the most perfect instrument with which to praise God - unaccompanied by anything else.
Home Free with Billy Gilman " one voice" brings a tear to my eye every time, and God bless the USA with Lee Greenwood ,Home Free and members of the U.S. military always gives me goosebumps.
How can he be taking us to church, and yet, at the same time FLIRTING outrageously with us!! Amazing. And as if they weren't singing high enough -- that KEY CHANGE!
Love Austin Brown and he does this song more than justice. However the original by PERCY SLEDGE, released in 1966 was a huge hit on the POP charts AND R&B charts and the soul he put into it can't be matched. Percy and his band mates wrote this after his girl left him. One of the most perfect songs ever written and I bet most men can relate to the song. You should listen to the original official audio version of this classic.
Loved your genuine reaction to hearing this beautiful song being sung with so much deep passion by Home Free...how is it I've never heard of this fantastic band until now????
The main singer and vocals of this song, his name is Austin, and all of them in their own rights. Have beautiful voices, and they do blend very very well together. It’s just amazing that these young folks are trying to keep the arts of various kinds still active it’s a blessing to us all. Thank you for sharing you take care and be safe. Take care of your Beautiful little family.❤🤠
These guys literally blow my mind every time they open their mouths. Soooo good! I never thought anyone could ever top Percy Sledge but he’s gonna have to move over. 🌺✌️
Home Free is phenomenal! You should listen to End of the Road. I played their version of How Great Thou Art to my dad and he was just mesmerized. I have been staying with my folks for the last two months taking care of my dad. He passed on October 23. We will be playing Home Free at his funeral tomorrow. He's smiling in Heaven, I just know it.
I always loved Percy Sledge singing this, then Michael Bolton sang it and I loved that too....But this....whew is my favorite!!!! That voice is amazing!!!!
Every man a part of Home Free is equally talented alone However together their vocals are awesome and produce such tight harmonies ! You’re correct Austin’s (Georgia and his dad was in a gospel group)high tenor is beautiful! Tim’s bass is awesome too! But he’s able to sing effortlessly in a vocal range and Tims from South East Texas. Adam the beatboxer and his brother Chris (no longer singing with the group) started the group. Rob is equally awesome and he can produce beautiful soulful songs too! Adam chance sings bass to tenor but not as wide a vocal range as Tim! When they sing together, the harmonies are always tight and clear! Those tight harmonies are what give us all excited chills
The original recording of "When a Man Loves a Woman" was in 1966 by Percy Sledge. I just realized you haven't reacted to Percy Sledge yet! One of the greatest R & B and Soul singers EVER! starting in 1960 until his passing 7 years ago. Just a sample of his gajillion hits: "Out of Left Field", "It Tears Me Up", "Cover Me", "Warm and Tender Love", "Take Time to Know Her".
I love you guys!! I’m a Home Fry and they are beyond all words! His name is Austin Brown and he is phenomenal. They all are… every one of them are the very best at what they do. Their bass, Tim Foust breaks speakers because he goes so low. I call him a dragon. The beat boxer, Adam Rupp is just barely human! No body can do what he does, nobody. Adam Chance’s voice sounds like chocolate, liquid warmth… and Rob Lundquist is a beautiful tenor that’s like honey. There is nothing like them. Do “Cover Me Up” or “Hillbilly Bone “ or “Butts Remix” 🐝❤️🤗
The whole group is filled with amazing singers but Austin Brown is the lead on this. He also has his own channel and he has held contests where fans could win a personal concert in the fan's backyard.
Home Free are such an amazing group, their melodies and harmonies are so amazing they send me to the next level. Home Free can sing anything you put in front of them. Love them, love them.
five vocalists, Austin Brown, Rob Lundquist, Adam Rupp, Tim Foust, and Adam Chance. Starting as a show group, they toured around 200 shows a year across the United States. The group competed in and won the fourth season of The Sing-Off on NBC in 2013.
Great reaction, more Home Free suggestions: American Pie, with Don McLean, you also get to hear them all take leads. Fishing in the dark/Boondocks, a fun one is country fried pop medley. Woman Amen/Female, Blue ain't your colour, the Gambler, Elvira, Thank God I'm a country boy and Good ol' country harmony. When you get through those there are plenty more.
Fun Fact: Austin's Girlfriend was in the room during this so he was singing TO HER; that's why it hits even harder Edit: You should listen to his solo stuff. Unchained Melody is really good. And you wanna hear SOUL, listen to his cover of At Last by Etta James, he does it in the SAME KEY. So impressive
As much as I love Home Free and watch and listen to them, I still sometimes forget that they are 100% acapella. Adam (the beatboxer) and the rest of group really fill in everything so nicely.
From a fellow Okie, and a die hard fan of Home Free. This is the absolute best reaction to home free I have ever seen. Keep the Home Free reactions coming! Love Yall!!
Also an Okie who absolutely loves these guys. They're the best and I've got seven decades of being a music fan, but nobody has been so consistently great as these guys... except maybe Elvis, but there some of his that I wasn't a huge fan of.
Other amazing covers by Home Free that rival if not surpass the original are “End of the Road”, “My Church”, “Mayday” and “Country Road” among others. Any of them would be a great place to continue hearing the range of this wildly talented group.
Austin blew this out of the water! Home Free found Austin working as an entertainer on a cruise ship (background in musical theatre) and asked him to join their group - so glad they did! His voice is amazing. You have to listen to some of his solo stuff but any Home Free song is going to be good. Try their cover of End of the Road, or Blue Aint Your Colour, or My Church, or Crazy, or their mash up of Thinking out loud/Let's get it on. To see their more humourous side, check out their Butts Remix or All about that Base. It wont matter what you pick, you will be impressed either way. They are amazingly talented.
The original is by Percy Sledge. The lead on this is Austin Brown and he's amazing 👏 Austin has his own RU-vid channel definitely give him a listen. Austin is from Georgia Tim Foust the bass is from Texas Rob Lundquist the other tenor beside Austin is from Minnesota. Adam Rupp is the beat-boxer and his brother Chris Rupp who left the group for a solo career are founding members from Minnesota. Adam Chance who goes by " Chance" is from Alabama he is the Baritone but can sing Bass. Home Free won on the " Sing Off" which Pentatonix won a few years earlier.
I've been following you two for quite some time, and this is my very favorite reaction that you've done! The enthusiastic appreciation for a beautiful song is wonderful, I watch it every time I need a "happy" fix!
need to do more home free, from "helplessly hoping" which is pure harmonies, to "butts remix" which is so fun. also their cover of the boyz to men song "end of the road" im amazed how amazing they ALL sing.
Guys, I just heard this song tonight. after I heard it I ran to your page to see if you had covered it, and y'all did not disappoint. These guys are awesome
Yesssss Home Free just NAILED IT...as they always d, and on top of that this was a quarantine cover they did. Others to check out from Home Free, ...of course HOW GREAT THOU ART...you'll be going to church again, a collab with Oeter Hollens on a a U2 song, I Still haven't found what I'm looking for. As for this masterpiece the lead is is *AUSTIN BROWN* , and he even has his own channel and has done some solo stuff, including his own music...but his covers include, Unchained Melody, At Last (the Etta James cover), Put your head on my shoulder (Paul Anka cover), Signed, sealed, delivered (Stevie Wonder cover), My Maria (BW Stevenson cover), Neon Moon (Brooks & Dunn cover) & Tears in Heaven (Eric Clapton cover) and an original If I met you now, that he co-wrote.
Originally sung by Percy Sledge. Lots of babies conceived listening to this song. Every song sung by Home Free is perfection. This is Austin Brown singing the song. He's great!
I listened to Percy Sledge sing this song on RU-vid…he was way off key. The reason Austin is smiling so much during the video is because his girlfriend, Amberly, was there watching him sing it😮 Great reactions 🎉 I love Home Free😊
These guys display for you the truly amazing beauty of well trained instruments, because the voice is a magical instrument when played by someone who knows how to it. They dwarf other singers!!!
The group were booked on a cruise and Austin was a singer engaged with the cruise line. When he heard them sing- he said... and I paraphrase, I want to sing with them. So he does!!
I am smiling big as watch you discover just how good Home Free is. You will have to check out their Christmas songs. " Oh Holy Night" and " Do You hear what I hear", talk about making a song their own! I love your Channel! you two are so Cute and make me smile!
Their cover of Patsy Cline's classic "Crazy" from the early 60's is just as fantastic! Another one to check out is "My Maria" from the early 70's. That one has Austin Brown and Tim Foust on someones back porch along with a few other musicians. very low tech and chill, but is just gold! You owe it to yourselves as Homefries to give them a listen. Love the channel and what you two are doing on it - Thanks!
They were on the deck of Austin's house. He built the deck himself. The other musicians are all highly respected: Chris Chatham, voice and guitar. Sebastien Douyon, keys and Austin's producer, and Chris Marion, bass, Tim's BIL. They made some more awesome recordings the same day: Signed Sealed Delivered and an incredible cover of Neon Moon (Austin solo).
Thank you for your reaction. Austin did a fabulous job of this classic song. Loved Percy Sledge's version, but this was taken to another level. And remember this was done during quarantine, so the guys weren't even together. The backing harmonies are great, along with Tim's bass. And Adam's vocal percussion is outstanding. This is why these guys are my favorite a cappella group.
Please don’t wait so long to react to more Home Free!!! Others have listed their many hits but my favorite is “Crazy,” a remake of the Patsy Cline song. They are phenomenal and hearing their version never tears me away from loving the original. In fact, they usually perform hits as an homage to the original singers such as End of the Road (masterful), American Pie with the original writer/singer, Don McLean, and Blue Ain’t Your Color with their own twist. They have a lot of dedicated fans who follow them and their reactors!
AUSTIN BROWN IS THAT HEAVENLY VOICE....YOU PROBABLY KNOW THAT BY NOW... THEY ONE AMERICAN IDOL WHEN THEY DID QUARTETS OR GROUPS...I DID NOT SEE ANYTHING UNTIL THE VERY END....BUT AS SOON AS THEY OPENED THEIR MOUTHS LIKE WITH ONLY 2-3 EPISODES LEFT...I KNEW THEY WOULD WIN... OMG....UNLIKE ANYTHING I HAVE EVER HEARD.... ESPECIALLY ACAPELLA AND BEAT BOXING....BUT AUSTIN IS INCREDIBLE...BUT ALL FIVE OF THEM ARE ..💜💜💜💜💜
I really like watching you guys enjoy good music. Doesn't matter what genre, you guys enjoy the song for what it is, in its time and its nice to see. Thanks guys🙂
