I can't believe this performance is 16 years old. When this song gets stuck in my head, it's this version. Truly, just lovely. Chills always at 2:38-2:55-- I love the fullness of the group's arrangement here! His vocal choice at 3:01 is always one of my favorite moments, too. Thank you for sharing this with the world.
very nice...the leader is amazing.he put his own spin on it instead of trying to sound just like the artist..of of course the harmony is on point AMAZING JOB!! 2 THUMBS UP
Wow, I'm afraid I will comment on all of your videos... I could really just fall in love with this. It's so smooth and this voice, this feeling... it's like chocolate - it makes me want to say "yes, let's stay together" ;-)
dude, this octet is like the best i've ever heard. the soloist is freaking amazing. if anyone hasn't already, check out their bohemian rhapsody cover, pure genius.
I never realized how much I love this song. In fact, I think I like it better than the original. No - I DO like it better. I find myself singing this song everyday now...
Fall '03 (3 of the Spring members) do an inspiring rendition of Paperback Writer and the 2000 Octet have a Beatles/Beach Boys type "Please Please Me" which is excellent.. The Octet have a large Beatles selection in their repertoire.
That's the name of the group. The group, formed in 1948, is always referred to as the Men's Octet. However, at this point in Octet history, one of the members left to focus on his studies. :D
@JoeBmax The group started the year with 8 men, and one of them left to focus on his studies. The UC Men's Octet has been in existence since 1948, and so they keep the name even if they are a man short.
Wow!! This is the best rendition of this song that I've ever come across. Great lead, tight harmonies- sweet!! Did these guys ever record this in a studio? I'd buy it. I know this is from 2003 but do they still sing anywhere?
@charltonho The UC Men's Octet has recorded several cd's over the years. This Octet recorded a cd called Octopella. The most recent cd is called "High Octane", and can be ordered from the UC Men's Octet website. High Octane features the Octet from 2003-2006. (Check RUclips for the Octet's version of Ignition (Remix), Paperback Writer, Accidentally in Love, Elephant Love, etc.). I have several of their albums and they are very professionally done, so I'd recommend it if you can.
What kind of video camera recorded this sound? Four years ago? Holy smack, that's great quality sound for a handheld camera. Or is the sound track taken from a better mic?
as a die hard motown fan this nearly kills me to say but: i think its better than al green original! it's definitely different and i'll bet amazing live :) x
Well, as long as you're asking, to the best of my knowledge... Parker and Jordan now live in New York Rick moved to Japan with his *wife* Jerome is back in California Ben was doing kissionary work in Asia Jason is in LA heading back to Berkely in the Fall I (Kenny) am almost done with my PhD at MIT
Jordan Meyer really have one fine voice... talented guy... this group should be celebrities...
I can't believe this performance is 16 years old. When this song gets stuck in my head, it's this version. Truly, just lovely. Chills always at 2:38-2:55-- I love the fullness of the group's arrangement here! His vocal choice at 3:01 is always one of my favorite moments, too. Thank you for sharing this with the world.
Jordan Meyer got one fine voice... talent born with... I really want this guys to be celebrities.. Ill be waiting for their autographs... hahaha
This...is... my..
favourite song!
Thanks for singing such fantastical songs
i luv this song. i love the harmony
First discovered this video a couple of years back.
Jordan Meyer's rendition of this song still makes my heart flutters! :)
wow this performance makes me melt! fav and fived.
Gosh! love that Jordan Meyer's voice!
sehr gut arrangiert und eine geniale Stimme dazu
goosebumps, and near tears!!
oh my goodness!!
2003 was mos def their best yr!
i love the soloist's voice.
=)
its a shame these guys weren't on national tv...they would have become huge stars!!
I love it!!! I could listen for hours to the soloist!
very nice...the leader is amazing.he put his own spin on it instead of trying to sound just like the artist..of of course the harmony is on point AMAZING JOB!! 2 THUMBS UP
Amazing!! Such a beautiful voice...really great performance!!
A great song and a great voice to sing it.
I HAVE to agree yours is by far the best ive seen.
His voice is like a lullaby to my ears~
God I wish I discovered you guys earlier.
Wow! You guys are amazing, especially the soloist. Wow!
love this 4 always
Wow, I'm afraid I will comment on all of your videos...
I could really just fall in love with this. It's so smooth and this voice, this feeling... it's like chocolate - it makes me want to say "yes, let's stay together" ;-)
You guys are brilliant - loved the soloist's voice (he was pretty gorgeous too!)
:)
This is going on my mp3 player and Jordan and the guys can sing me to sleep every night. Beautiful.
Happy to spread the joy around.
I can and will listen to this all day.
*sigh* i'm in love....
Amazing Vocals!!!!
Still a standard for me ❤️❤️❤️
GORGEOUS.
i wud love to have this on my ipod, Awesome
That's a really classy performance. Very nice indeed.
DAMN i wish i had that guys voice. how great
Wauw!!! This is amazing! Most beautiful song on youtube, seriously!!
i love watching this, they all look like they're enjoying themselves, really inspiratonal stuff keep up the good work
i'm in love with each one of them
wow. I've seen some of their other stuff, but the more of the comedy stuff. hell of a lot of talent on stage.
I have to say... that the Spring 2003 show is really good!
excellent guys!
What a voice!
wow! Great job guys!
Niiiiccce. Love the soloist's smooth vocals. Pretty sizzling indeed.
perfection
i love it! You guys sound amazing!
dude, this octet is like the best i've ever heard. the soloist is freaking amazing. if anyone hasn't already, check out their bohemian rhapsody cover, pure genius.
they were in uc berklys(?) mens octet in spring of 03 and if you go to the website you can order a cd there are a few to chose from.
I admit to being slightly obsessed with this beautiful harmonization. Would've been nice to witness in person.
@TheLadydance54 T-Pain Medley was awesome. The 2010 Octet is rockin' pretty hard, too. Made it to the ICCA Semifinals this year.
I never realized how much I love this song. In fact, I think I like it better than the original. No - I DO like it better. I find myself singing this song everyday now...
I'd love to get my hands on the Octopella CD :(
You guys are just so amazing
I LOVE THE SOLOIST!!! :**********
D A M N. I knew you guys were good this year, but this is SO good. Swoon!
Fall '03 (3 of the Spring members) do an inspiring rendition of Paperback Writer and the 2000 Octet have a Beatles/Beach Boys type "Please Please Me" which is excellent.. The Octet have a large Beatles selection in their repertoire.
So smoooth! I
This was beautiful - not a lot of usu. playin' around - just really well done! Bravo.
I want recordings of you guys on my ipod haha
There's a program you can use to "rip" this to a MP3 format but I've forgotten what it is nor have I used it before.
Love this! This octet is so talented
the singer's voice is amazing; you guys were really strong then.
That's the name of the group. The group, formed in 1948, is always referred to as the Men's Octet. However, at this point in Octet history, one of the members left to focus on his studies. :D
this is grrrrrrreat!!
@VyseNice Don't know that brand, but it was Jason's dad who recorded it. (Third Octet dude from the right.) I agree, the sound quality is pretty nice.
@JoeBmax The group started the year with 8 men, and one of them left to focus on his studies. The UC Men's Octet has been in existence since 1948, and so they keep the name even if they are a man short.
fichissimo....
great!
Ditto. Glad I'm not the only one!
I would LOVE this as an MP3 file, if anyone has it? It's vocal heaven!
Nice job.
He's the guy from the Bohemian Rhapsody video too right?? OMG I LOVE HIS VOICE!
I must say, this really good stuff! Wow! ... Me likey!
I love you !!!
The octet changes year to year. This particular Men's Octet has been disbanded since 2003.
Wow!! This is the best rendition of this song that I've ever come across. Great lead, tight harmonies- sweet!! Did these guys ever record this in a studio? I'd buy it. I know this is from 2003 but do they still sing anywhere?
lol, i love these guys! epecially kenny and the other dorky guy :)
@charltonho The UC Men's Octet has recorded several cd's over the years. This Octet recorded a cd called Octopella. The most recent cd is called "High Octane", and can be ordered from the UC Men's Octet website. High Octane features the Octet from 2003-2006. (Check RUclips for the Octet's version of Ignition (Remix), Paperback Writer, Accidentally in Love, Elephant Love, etc.). I have several of their albums and they are very professionally done, so I'd recommend it if you can.
WOW
Wow...
you have a bright bright future sir. Fucking awesome voice
nice tribute
these men have powers
@apoptygmatracy The jig was my favorite!
badass
Hahaha, right on girl!
@djdj42 It was also recently taken down. :(
It's true!!!!!
i love it! go berkeley. =)
What kind of video camera recorded this sound? Four years ago? Holy smack, that's great quality sound for a handheld camera. Or is the sound track taken from a better mic?
like like like like like like like
with there was a "Love" option just for the Octet :)
I'm glad. He doesn't know me, but give him a big hi and a hug/kiss for me. :D
oh and sebastian: they have a cover of the Beatles "Blackbird"...also very good.
@djdj42 They recently reunited to perform at a wedding in Hawaii.
& just as intoxicating. : D
Brandon S. left the group to focus on academics. If you watch the Spring 2003 opening video they kinda explain it in a humorous way.
rawr
it says in the info: jordan meyer
I love this. He could have any woman on this earth if he sang that to her. Wow!
as a die hard motown fan this nearly kills me to say but:
i think its better than al green original!
it's definitely different and i'll bet amazing live :)
x
Well, as long as you're asking, to the best of my knowledge...
Parker and Jordan now live in New York
Rick moved to Japan with his *wife*
Jerome is back in California
Ben was doing kissionary work in Asia
Jason is in LA heading back to Berkely in the Fall
I (Kenny) am almost done with my PhD at MIT
I wanna another version for this track. Is an Raggae Version... Anybody knows??
I know! I love him too! And you like DBSK too?!! hahaha!
@robdgolfpro Really? Where's the event? We have reunited for special events before...
Do you know the website?
smooth like lime jell-o shooters. :D