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.
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.
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
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...
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
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.
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" ;-)
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
@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.
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
@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.
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
sehr gut arrangiert und eine geniale Stimme dazu
i luv this song. i love the harmony
wow this performance makes me melt! fav and fived.
I have to say... that the Spring 2003 show is really good!
Happy to spread the joy around.
That's a really classy performance. Very nice indeed.
goosebumps, and near tears!!
i wud love to have this on my ipod, Awesome
Amazing Vocals!!!!
DAMN i wish i had that guys voice. how great
its a shame these guys weren't on national tv...they would have become huge stars!!
love this 4 always
I LOVE THE SOLOIST!!! :**********
What a voice!
First discovered this video a couple of years back.
Jordan Meyer's rendition of this song still makes my heart flutters! :)
wow. I've seen some of their other stuff, but the more of the comedy stuff. hell of a lot of talent on stage.
GORGEOUS.
Gosh! love that Jordan Meyer's voice!
A great song and a great voice to sing it.
This...is... my..
favourite song!
Thanks for singing such fantastical songs
I can and will listen to this all day.
*sigh* i'm in love....
I HAVE to agree yours is by far the best ive seen.
the singer's voice is amazing; you guys were really strong then.
I love it!!! I could listen for hours to the soloist!
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.
oh my goodness!!
2003 was mos def their best yr!
i love the soloist's voice.
=)
This is going on my mp3 player and Jordan and the guys can sing me to sleep every night. Beautiful.
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
His voice is like a lullaby to my ears~
God I wish I discovered you guys earlier.
Amazing!! Such a beautiful voice...really great performance!!
excellent guys!
i'm in love with each one of them
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 admit to being slightly obsessed with this beautiful harmonization. Would've been nice to witness in person.
wow! Great job guys!
Wow! You guys are amazing, especially the soloist. Wow!
Niiiiccce. Love the soloist's smooth vocals. Pretty sizzling indeed.
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
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
perfection
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.
So smoooth! I
Ditto. Glad I'm not the only one!
You guys are brilliant - loved the soloist's voice (he was pretty gorgeous too!)
:)
I must say, this really good stuff! Wow! ... Me likey!
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.
this is grrrrrrreat!!
@TheLadydance54 T-Pain Medley was awesome. The 2010 Octet is rockin' pretty hard, too. Made it to the ICCA Semifinals this year.
I'm glad. He doesn't know me, but give him a big hi and a hug/kiss for me. :D
these men have powers
I love you !!!
Love this! This octet is so talented
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" ;-)
fichissimo....
This was beautiful - not a lot of usu. playin' around - just really well done! Bravo.
i love it! You guys sound amazing!
D A M N. I knew you guys were good this year, but this is SO good. Swoon!
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.
i love it! go berkeley. =)
Nice job.
nice tribute
It's true!!!!!
Wow...
I love this. He could have any woman on this earth if he sang that to her. Wow!
Hahaha, right on girl!
great!
WOW
@apoptygmatracy The jig was my favorite!
This isn't a OCTET... This is a SEPTET !! Have a seven men!
& just as intoxicating. : D
lol, i love these guys! epecially kenny and the other dorky guy :)
like like like like like like like
with there was a "Love" option just for the Octet :)
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
Al Green would be proud!
@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.
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.
you have a bright bright future sir. Fucking awesome voice
haha..your comment made me laugh. I agree...what a smooth voice huh..incredible.
I'd love to get my hands on the Octopella CD :(
You guys are just so amazing
He's the guy from the Bohemian Rhapsody video too right?? OMG I LOVE HIS VOICE!
oh and sebastian: they have a cover of the Beatles "Blackbird"...also very good.
@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.
The octet changes year to year. This particular Men's Octet has been disbanded since 2003.
Kenny is my favouriteee:)
@djdj42 They recently reunited to perform at a wedding in Hawaii.
badass
that was like....vocal butter.
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
smooth like lime jell-o shooters. :D
@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.
It seems this year had the most personality.
rawr
I would LOVE this as an MP3 file, if anyone has it? It's vocal heaven!
@duchess2918 hahahah he definitely does!
better than the original
The Octet started with eight guys, and one left to focus on studies.