Home Free - Elvira (feat. The Oak Ridge Boys)

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  • Опубликовано: 13 янв 2025

Комментарии • 9 тыс.

  • @epiphany519
    @epiphany519 6 месяцев назад +381

    RIP Joe Bonsall (age 76). He passed today (July 9th, 2024) of complications of ALS. What a great leader for the Oaks and Country Music in general. Take care all.

    • @denicesanders4586
      @denicesanders4586 6 месяцев назад +13

      Looking forward to meeting you in glory Mr Joe. Thank you for the years of entertainment. G*d rest your soul.

    • @Superfruit14
      @Superfruit14 6 месяцев назад +9

      This is just so sad and now you can’t listen to this song without tearing up and getting sad my mom loved those oak ridge boys and when she found out she was devastated

    • @ymerejo42
      @ymerejo42 6 месяцев назад +5

      ​@AkaashiSemi0503Same here. 😢

    • @johnbishop3113
      @johnbishop3113 6 месяцев назад +7

      When you impress the oaks. You know.youre doing it right

    • @johnbishop3113
      @johnbishop3113 6 месяцев назад +7

      When you impress the oaks on their signature song. You know you've done it right and will make it in the Industry. Well done boys

  • @j.olanphotography1197
    @j.olanphotography1197 4 года назад +415

    The Oak Ridge Boys look like they were truly having heart felt fun singing with Home Free! And may I add they have gotten better with age like a fine wine!

  • @stevenstatham2864
    @stevenstatham2864 6 лет назад +595

    I love the bass trade off between richard and tim! Still get chills just watching this

  • @cynthiadestefani230
    @cynthiadestefani230 6 месяцев назад +61

    I am so happy that Home Free was able to sing with & make this video with ALL of The Oak Ridge Boys before we lost any of them.
    Joe you were always my favorite, not only because I have an old boyfriend that looks like you, but also because you always seemed to keep the party jumping on stage.
    May you now live in His warmth & light.

  • @billyjordan2618
    @billyjordan2618 8 лет назад +238

    Everybody knows just how good Home Free is, one of the best acapella groups EVER! But when this recording was made, do you realize that Joe Bonsall (tenor) was 67 years old...that Duane Allen (lead) was 72...William Golden (baritone Santa Claus) was 76...and Richard Sterban (bass) was 72? After all these years, the "Boys" have still got it and don't take a back seat to ANYONE!

    • @darkestar45
      @darkestar45 8 лет назад +29

      I've read it couple of times that, even though the Oak Ridge Boys still have a number of years left, this was a "passing of the torch" so to speak. The Oak Ridge Boys even stated that they had recorded Elvira the way they wanted to all those years ago and so let Home Free have creativity discretion on the song. Only thing they asked was that a few things were kept in place. I can honestly see Home Free as the next generation's Oak Ridge Boys.
      They've even performed on the Grand Ole Opry twice now with an open invitation to return. From the videos of them performing at the Grand Ole Opry, the crowds loved them. I would definitely love to see them live.

    • @fcturner
      @fcturner 4 года назад +5

      Baritone Santa Claus 😂

    • @eleonoramboy4101
      @eleonoramboy4101 4 года назад +3

      Amazing! Hope and pray HOME FREE will last so long.God bless all of you guys!

    • @nicholilarson8369
      @nicholilarson8369 3 года назад +2

      @@darkestar45 they have a lot to endure, and years of creative adaptations to go through... even if they did more than covers that'd still be the case. If that's "the passing of the torch", they're running out of time to find their "Y'all Come Back Saloon". It's next to imposible to do what The Oak Ridge Boys did. Home Free can harmonize like crazy.. but they haven't found that song their voices are meant to fit into perfectly that'll create a new sound people can't get over. It's hard.. I'd be surprised if they do.

    • @anamkarajoy
      @anamkarajoy 3 года назад +5

      I just said out loud that if I were about 30 years older, the ridiculous crush I’ve always had on Tim would have been on Richard!

  • @peterjensen6844
    @peterjensen6844 2 года назад +182

    when Tim hits that super low bass note, the fake faint from all the ORB guys is GOLD. So awesome

  • @Fishingdad257
    @Fishingdad257 3 года назад +163

    The way they act and feed off each others energy they act like fathers and sons especially Richard and Tim. Richard is so proud when Tim hits the basement with that last note

    • @JosephDiveley
      @JosephDiveley 2 года назад +12

      Seasoned musicians I think celebrate when they see a new generation of talent because they know they were a part of what inspired that younger generation to rise up in love of music. I think most musicians in general are just good people once they reach a professional level.

    • @BEHodge1
      @BEHodge1 2 года назад +12

      @@JosephDiveley You’re exactly right. The Oak Ridge Boys are seasoned veterans with nothing needed to prove, so when the young guys in Home Free come along it’s a pure celebration of talent. I loved seeing this union of ridiculous skill and unabashed joy in performing.

    • @margiwatson1760
      @margiwatson1760 Год назад +2

      My thoughts too. Magic sounds. Wow

    • @willow1855
      @willow1855 Год назад +1

      I know 20$ paint plaster C

    • @TeddyswimsMusicxx
      @TeddyswimsMusicxx Год назад

      @@margiwatson1760Incredible!!! I love it thank you for sharing this thought.

  • @judyzahrndt8828
    @judyzahrndt8828 2 года назад +141

    What a trip! And Geoff Castelucci did a great job on that arrangement. What a lot of talent in one place!

    • @michaelspencer436
      @michaelspencer436 2 года назад

      Hello Judy how are you doing

    • @Ninguin
      @Ninguin 2 года назад +8

      @@michaelspencer436 Jesus they are duplicating….

    • @michaelspencer436
      @michaelspencer436 2 года назад

      @@Ninguin nice meeting you here where are you from ?

    • @patrickwilliams4616
      @patrickwilliams4616 2 года назад

      how are you doing hope all is well with you over there may God bless you

    • @audiechenery4210
      @audiechenery4210 Год назад +3

      You go Geoff. ❤

  • @DuaneAllen1
    @DuaneAllen1 4 года назад +1950

    WITH OVER 19 MILLION VIEWS, AND STILL CLIMBING, I AM AMAZED THAT EVERY DAY I STILL GET COMMENTS, POSTS, E-MAILS, CALLS, OR JUST RUN INTO PEOPLE ON THE STREET, WHO HAVE SEEN OUR VIDEO WITH HOME FREE......EVERYONE TALKS ABOUT HOW GOOD WE SOUND TOGETHER----I AGREE.....THEN, THEY SAY, "YOU LOOK LIKE YOU WERE HAVING SO MUCH FUN"-------WE WERE!!!!!! "ELVIRA" IS A FUN SONG AND HOME FREE GUYS HAVE BECOME SOME OF OUR BEST FRIENDS......THANKS FOR ALL OF THE KIND REMARKS AND VIEWS!!!!!!!!!

    • @chrismorin1318
      @chrismorin1318 4 года назад +54

      Let's face it, when you take 2 insanely talented groups that can combine for this kind of sound, the remarks will keep coming. I know I've listened to this a couple dozen times. And not a bit of it has gotten old or boring! Maybe you will collaborate on another song sometime. That would be awesome! ❤

    • @DuaneAllen1
      @DuaneAllen1 4 года назад +52

      @@chrismorin1318 THANK YOU, CHRIS.....THIS SORT OF THING IS A SPECIALTY OF HOME FREE.....IF THEY SHOULD DECIDE TO DO ANOTHER SONG, I AM QUITE SURE THE OAK RIDGE BOYS WOULD ENJOY THAT VERY MUCH.....THIS ACQUAINTANCE LEAD TO US GETTING THEM ON THE GRAND OLE OPRY, AND TO US WORKING A HUGE CONCERT DATE TOGETHER......ALL WERE VERY SUCCESSFUL.....

    • @Ikepela246
      @Ikepela246 4 года назад +18

      That song is my favorite since I was a kid in the 80's and with Home Free it's just awesome!

    • @DuaneAllen1
      @DuaneAllen1 4 года назад +23

      @@Ikepela246 ISABELLE, I HEARD THIS SONG 15 YEARS BEFORE WE RECORDED IT.....I NEVER FORGOT IT.....

    • @angiefelix2612
      @angiefelix2612 4 года назад +11

      That was the best cover I've seen in my 17 years, I feel so proud and touched hearing this cover
      Also I would love a cover of Valerie with y'all. Would be amazing

  • @JoeBonsall
    @JoeBonsall 9 лет назад +7480

    This is oh so awesome... Proud of Home Free... Honored to have been a part!!!

    • @benjybean
      @benjybean 9 лет назад +233

      +Joe Bonsall Elvira's back and she's coming in HOT! Great job everyone..Up and comers and Legends together. Doesn't get much better!

    • @HomeFreeGuys
      @HomeFreeGuys  9 лет назад +809

      +Joe Bonsall The honor is all ours Joe! So much fun!

    • @terrigarnsey
      @terrigarnsey 9 лет назад +132

      This is just an incredible collaboration.

    • @marciag7342
      @marciag7342 9 лет назад +95

      +Joe Bonsall And Home Fries couldn't be happier that this collaboration happened.

    • @JEleanorDennison
      @JEleanorDennison 9 лет назад +98

      so delighted by the visible love & respect between these two groups

  • @ChollaRanch
    @ChollaRanch 9 лет назад +51

    A breakout, 21st Century update of "Elvira," in true, a cappella country style! The Oak Ridge Boys plus Home Free results in inimitable harmonies and unique vocal rhythms that purely set our hearts on fire. So, until the new album ships, we're just gonna sit here and replay, replay, replay . . . ELVIRA!

    • @TheFlameanator
      @TheFlameanator 9 лет назад +5

      I really love that they didn't try and rewrite the entire thing and just kept true to what the song is!

  • @diannahill9430
    @diannahill9430 Год назад +13

    When my son was a young boy, he used to sing this song a lot. Brings back sweet memories. He's 45 now
    I

  • @Laura12561
    @Laura12561 7 лет назад +525

    This is probably my 142nd time watching this and it is still one of my most favorite songs of ALL TIME!!!!!

    • @jamesogrady6612
      @jamesogrady6612 6 лет назад +1

      Laura S Are they considered Southern Rock Band, Like Allman Brothers & Lynyrd Skynyrd??? I should know this Im a 70s person

    • @_.ANG3L_
      @_.ANG3L_ 6 лет назад +1

      me to

    • @seanjahns3238
      @seanjahns3238 6 лет назад +2

      Laura S 142? Lightweight lol

    • @rhondaboncutter5812
      @rhondaboncutter5812 6 лет назад +1

      Oh, I agree!

    • @rhondaboncutter5812
      @rhondaboncutter5812 6 лет назад +1

      Laura I agree! Saw Home Free in Cincinnati! Were excellant!

  • @caitlins9757
    @caitlins9757 8 лет назад +151

    I just keep replaying 2:15 - 2:23 over and over, I'm all about that bass!!!!!!

    • @masonwatson8983
      @masonwatson8983 8 лет назад +3

      Me too. I love it

    • @elysegabrielle4053
      @elysegabrielle4053 8 лет назад +3

      Same

    • @Y2KFrench
      @Y2KFrench 8 лет назад +3

      my speaker can't even play it

    • @driekonsangel
      @driekonsangel 8 лет назад +13

      The base keeps vibrating my iPad

    • @nikolaimaness2477
      @nikolaimaness2477 7 лет назад +3

      Jee Major I know. I've been singing with it for a long time. This was my first song with a bass part for me.

  • @chrisneely7697
    @chrisneely7697 4 года назад +138

    I am 43 years old an this song when I was young was my favorite song, i went through 6 tapes because i wore this one song out so much! My parents to this day, still laugh when it's brought up! But I will say this is the most heartfelt passing the flame on to the next generation I've ever seen before! Love everything about it!

    • @mystikka1gaming740
      @mystikka1gaming740 2 года назад +1

      I am around the same age as you... The 80's were great weren't they? Best Music... Oakridge Boys, Alabama to name a couple!!!

  • @goldcamero6693
    @goldcamero6693 2 года назад +8

    Harmony exceptional and exponential! It is incredible how Home Free and Oak Ridge blended seamlessly. The bass was rumbling, the tenor was trembling, the baritone was booming, and the beatbox is out of this world! My heart is on fire for Home Free!

  • @jhorton1600
    @jhorton1600 3 года назад +20

    Vocally standing toe to toe with The Oak Ridge Boys.
    Proof of their talent.
    No showboating or trying to outdo each other, total respect.

  • @revacohen
    @revacohen 4 года назад +381

    The fact that the original artist would want to collaborate with Home Free shows how good Home Free truly are!

    • @nightthornkvala94132
      @nightthornkvala94132 3 года назад +13

      I love the little deep voice rivalry they have going because WE come out the winners for it.

    • @shonenjump18
      @shonenjump18 3 года назад +6

      Despite popular belief the song Elvira was originally written and performed by the country singer Dallas Frazier in 1966 and is not about a woman but a street in East Nashville

    • @csutton161
      @csutton161 3 года назад +3

      They also did a great job with Lee Greenwood!

    • @revacohen
      @revacohen 3 года назад +1

      @@csutton161 Yes, I know. I saw that one. It was very moving. It's good that they are patriotic and have respect for the military. Those things seem to have been forgotten by many people.

    • @csutton161
      @csutton161 3 года назад +2

      @@revacohen So True! I saw Lee Greenwood in the 80's, and my husband was about to join the navy, I heard him sing that song, live, it brought tears to my eyes.

  • @ashleyweathers9416
    @ashleyweathers9416 5 лет назад +643

    The oak ridge boys all look so proud of their home free “counterparts”

    • @zice209
      @zice209 5 лет назад +8

      Rip Adam rupp

    • @rhondaboncutter5812
      @rhondaboncutter5812 5 лет назад +4

      @@zice209 What happened to Adam?

    • @zice209
      @zice209 5 лет назад +11

      Rhonda Boncutter he doesn’t have a counterpart

    • @mattdabs187
      @mattdabs187 4 года назад +12

      @@zice209 to be fair he really doesn't need one Lol

    • @theneoenigma2094
      @theneoenigma2094 4 года назад +18

      Ald3n he’s a whole damn drum kit. He don’t need a counterpart lol

  • @thomasgarven129
    @thomasgarven129 3 года назад +342

    This is what happens when you get a bunch of talented performers together. The first thing they do is have fun. If you don't believe it just look at the smiles on their faces and it comes through in their voices. They are having way too much fun. It's like when everything just clicks - you know its right and everyone feels it. This is what makes good singers great singers. They make their voices smile. Love this group.

    • @AndreLeonovitch
      @AndreLeonovitch 2 года назад +13

      It comes down to one thing; All Talent and NO Ego. It shines through their voices and smiles.

    • @barrytherave1345
      @barrytherave1345 2 года назад

      That cant lip sync for shit

    • @emmadavis-fy3gk
      @emmadavis-fy3gk Год назад

      i hope you know they recorded this beforehand are lipsyncing here

    • @daviddooley5361
      @daviddooley5361 Год назад +3

      When I saw this listed I just knew they had fun doing this video even before I watched it.

    • @KevinHoekman
      @KevinHoekman Год назад +1

      $$$

  • @MohamedMoghny
    @MohamedMoghny 8 лет назад +315

    2:22 That note was so good the painting fell.

    • @pointman6778
      @pointman6778 8 лет назад +5

      Mohamed Moghny good eye!!

    • @HGunner1
      @HGunner1 8 лет назад +13

      Mohamed Moghny no the guy in front of the picture hit it with his arm

    • @jonathangates8906
      @jonathangates8906 8 лет назад +5

      oh my god yes XD

    • @izzynana37
      @izzynana37 7 лет назад +1

      Pfffttt haha! That's greaaatt!

    • @bookwormben
      @bookwormben 7 лет назад +4

      I'd be proud if I could hit that note, too.

  • @zanleekain117
    @zanleekain117 2 года назад +189

    I never get tired of this version of this song, because no matter how many times I watch this by the time I see Rob comparing beard size, I realize I've been so engrossed in the fun and beautiful harmonies, that I've been sitting here with an unashamedly goofy grin on my face for 2 and a half minutes. 😂😅😂 ❤❤❤

    • @henrydean7902
      @henrydean7902 2 года назад +1

      Hello Zanlee kain, how are you doing??

  • @rileylato5147
    @rileylato5147 6 лет назад +152

    You know this is good when my 83 year old grandpa not only listened to the whole thing, but absolutely loved it and thought it was cool. He's a big fan of the Oak Ridge Boys. Love Home Free as always❤

  • @jamieskeffington-yake6207
    @jamieskeffington-yake6207 6 месяцев назад +30

    I call Oak Ridge TN home….. we’re all sad about this loss. What a tribute!!!

  • @skeeterb2006
    @skeeterb2006 6 лет назад +16

    All I can say is "WOW!!!!!" That must have REALLY been a thrill for the boys of Home Free to work with the Country/Gospel legends The Oak Ridge Boys.

  • @marieallison7219
    @marieallison7219 8 месяцев назад +48

    Richard and Tim having a bass off... A DREAM COME TRUE!!! 💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓

  • @jeniferhickman4209
    @jeniferhickman4209 4 года назад +27

    I just want y’all to know that my daddy was a HUGE fan of the Oakridge Boys and I grew up hearing and loving Elvira. My daddy passed almost 7 years ago, but the minute I heard this rendition I knew he would have absolutely loved it. Please keep on doing what you do. I love Home Free and my Daddy would have too.♥️

    • @DedraAmbroseandSnow
      @DedraAmbroseandSnow 3 года назад +4

      My Dad loved them too. He passed Aug 10, 2016 & he'd loved this

  • @richard-fb6yv
    @richard-fb6yv 10 месяцев назад +208

    STILL LISTENING TO THIS BANGER IN 2024 🤩😍😍😍

  • @DuaneAllen1
    @DuaneAllen1 9 лет назад +1483

    FROM THE TIME "HOME FREE" WALKED INTO THE STUDIO TO RECORD "ELVIRA" THE ENERGY LEVEL BETWEEN GROUPS WAS "OUT THE TOP OF THE ROOF". A GREAT NEW GROUP WITH AN UNLIMITED CAREER AHEAD FOR THEM. IT WAS SO MUCH FUN TO DO THE VIDEO. NOW, LET'S DO A BIG OLD WORLD TOUR TOGETHER!!!!!!

    • @benjybean
      @benjybean 9 лет назад +35

      Duane Allen Wow....Praise from the man himself! Right you are Mr. Allen! World Tour...Whoop, Whoop!!!

    • @ChollaRanch
      @ChollaRanch 9 лет назад +23

      Duane Allen Two great bands and a GREAT IDEA, Duane!

    • @DuaneAllen1
      @DuaneAllen1 9 лет назад +9

      Terry Rodrigues THANKS TERRY...

    • @DuaneAllen1
      @DuaneAllen1 9 лет назад +6

      Cholla Ranch THANK YOU, CHOLLA

    • @Purrr4n2h
      @Purrr4n2h 9 лет назад +11

      +Duane Allen *chanting* WORLD TOUR! WORLD TOUR! WORLD TOUR! I am totally there!

  • @ImRhyThmYx
    @ImRhyThmYx 5 лет назад +344

    0:52 Wow!
    1:48 WOW!
    2:16 *_WOW!!_*

    • @d-elitebeatz858
      @d-elitebeatz858 5 лет назад +8

      😂 No doubt! 💯✅

    • @Mr_Haze_NL
      @Mr_Haze_NL 5 лет назад +4

      I puke my ballz out after hearing this song

    • @kyandenton
      @kyandenton 5 лет назад +10

      I’ve just realised the giddy ups get higher and Richard and Tim go lower each time

    • @Russeljrjs
      @Russeljrjs 4 года назад +4

      I love how you bolded and italized that last wow

  • @tj7264
    @tj7264 4 года назад +663

    Richard: "I'm gonna go low on this last one"
    Tim: "Hold my beer"

  • @tystin_gaming
    @tystin_gaming Год назад +7

    The best thing is how wholesome this all is. A young upcoming crew wants to feature the entire cast of the original song, and they are all into it. Love seeing a passing of the baton. Not the song, but from one generation to another of amazing singers that are making younger generations fall in love with a song that those "old people" in the video made a hit in their day. It brings them both together. Absolutely perfect.

  • @kamoogy
    @kamoogy 3 года назад +121

    I love it when acapella groups include the original singers / groups!

  • @MountainMan.
    @MountainMan. 7 лет назад +65

    They're having a great time and it's infectious. Just makes you feel good

    • @kathrynosteen6454
      @kathrynosteen6454 5 лет назад +1

      Y'all are gonna be passed on my page, y'all have great voices but keep it country....

  • @Sen_Kanashimi
    @Sen_Kanashimi 8 лет назад +274

    My GOD that harmony at 2:35 sends shivers down my spine!

    • @adamcanada7650
      @adamcanada7650 8 лет назад +3

      Y.

    • @ME-kd1ko
      @ME-kd1ko 8 лет назад +1

      Do you think you can make out who sings which part at 2:39?

    • @tinkerbellbieber8008
      @tinkerbellbieber8008 8 лет назад +4

      Martin Eriksen everyone does

    • @kkrussell3593
      @kkrussell3593 7 лет назад +1

      me to

    • @abj136
      @abj136 7 лет назад +10

      And don't miss the bass slide at that moment! Insane!

  • @patriciawebbsutton8995
    @patriciawebbsutton8995 Год назад +38

    I absolutely love both groups. Together they are a phenom !!

    • @TeddyswimsMusicxx
      @TeddyswimsMusicxx Год назад +2

      Yes they are a great group of talented individuals, I love listening to their music on my free time.

  • @SFVCraig
    @SFVCraig 8 лет назад +78

    Your harmonies are nearly a religious experience. They fill me with goosebumps...and literally make my eyes tear.....ALL AMAZING reactions.

  • @catlady6687
    @catlady6687 3 года назад +96

    Love the scene where the Oak Ridge Boys are signing Austin T-shirt, Austin has the look on his face like he's a kid in a candy store.

  • @lizzys6271
    @lizzys6271 7 лет назад +399

    My 18277385th time watching and 3 things.
    1. still have to remind myself that no, there's no drum set, just the legend that is Adam Rupp
    2. still shook from Tim's earthquake mode maw maw
    3. harmonization at 2:34 - 2:39 still sends shivers "up and down my spine"
    EVERY. SINGLE. TIME. kudos you all are truly the best♥

    • @rhondaboncutter5812
      @rhondaboncutter5812 6 лет назад +6

      Adam is so fantastic and Tim shook my seat in the balcony! Wow! Loved this concert!

    • @laurarosen2101
      @laurarosen2101 5 лет назад +4

      Makes my house shake

    • @marilynpeeples4960
      @marilynpeeples4960 5 лет назад +2

      Lizzy S I, too, admit that I have a hard time believing that “Home Free” always sings “a cappella” ! They - absolutely - DO NOT EVER use any type of “INSTRUMENTS” - except whatever SPECIFIC “sounds” they themselves are actually able to make ! It REALLY DOES “blow my mind” whenever I attempt to realize just exactly “how” they make bass note sounds &/or the sound which matches a particular percussion instrument !

    • @nefirifire5611
      @nefirifire5611 5 лет назад

      Omgosh! Right???

    • @molonlabe9785
      @molonlabe9785 5 лет назад

      Mmmm, not a true singing note. Whispering a note isn’t singing and Richard has a much more impressive range and depth. He can sing this hipsters pants off. Well, any of the Oaks at almost 80 and 80+ can sing these hipsters’ skin tight pants off lol.

  • @teresahaven9222
    @teresahaven9222 3 года назад +12

    I saw so many comments of how it looks like the Oak Ridge Boys were having so much fun. When I used to see them live, they ALWAYS looked like they were having fun!!

    • @carolkulczyk2209
      @carolkulczyk2209 8 месяцев назад +1

      Yes I have been to many Oaks concerts over the years and the Boys and the Mighty Oaks band always have fun!!

  • @courtneymichelleking805
    @courtneymichelleking805 6 лет назад +9

    This is a great collab. I love how when Tim hits the super low note, you can see all the Oak Ridge Boys pointing down and encouraging him to hit that super low note.

    • @richardhurley3330
      @richardhurley3330 4 года назад +1

      I just watched this for about the 200th time and never noticed that. Had to go back and watch it again. Damn that was special. Thank you for pointing that out.

  • @mike28003
    @mike28003 8 лет назад +356

    I love how Tim just smiles after he hits that

    • @HomeFreeGuys
      @HomeFreeGuys  8 лет назад +49

      :-)

    • @catherinemudgway5361
      @catherinemudgway5361 7 лет назад +12

      First song I heard was my church which was shared on fb looked them up on u tube and can't stop listing to them,

    • @loricarter3701
      @loricarter3701 6 лет назад +2

      mike mckenzie NJ ni ki ki

    • @icantthink
      @icantthink 6 лет назад +5

      Home Free I know it's an old post. but damn y'all rumble my whole apartment building through my floor speakers. My poor neighbors.

    • @paulco4145
      @paulco4145 6 лет назад +5

      Yeah, he looks sheepishly at Richard like he dodged a bullet... Got that one - barely....

  • @libbymelton1554
    @libbymelton1554 11 месяцев назад +5

    Love this. Adam is great. Dont know how he does what he does but he is awsome.

  • @MissSunriseDawn
    @MissSunriseDawn 6 месяцев назад +58

    Rest in peace, Joe. Your beautiful voice may have been silenced, but I'm thankful we still have countless videos/recordings. Rest in heaven, sir.

    • @renafox4481
      @renafox4481 6 месяцев назад +5

      He will never be silenced as long as we have RUclips

  • @ashleyg5088
    @ashleyg5088 5 лет назад +11

    I'm in nostalgia heaven!
    Sitting in my grandma's car, digging through her shoe box of cassettes until coming across the Oak Ridge Boys and hearing this song. It was the first time I'd ever heard a bass singer and was immediately a huge fan of the Oak Ridge Boys. So to see my new favorite band do this song with my childhood favorite band... doesn't get much better!

    • @velvetplatz1024
      @velvetplatz1024 5 лет назад +1

      Just so you know Richard Sterban, the bass in the Oak Ridge Boys used to sing with Elvis Presley.

  • @tinmvn
    @tinmvn 8 лет назад +175

    Wow, I'm more a rock and roll kind of guy than a country guy, but this is spectacular. I could listen to you guys all night and not get tired of it.

    • @billyfan8305
      @billyfan8305 8 лет назад +5

      welcome to the club,lol

    • @christyhainline4448
      @christyhainline4448 8 лет назад +10

      I have not stopped listening since I found them

    • @tinmvn
      @tinmvn 8 лет назад +4

      I discovered Home Free through Christmas. My siblings, some friends, and I form a singing group and we sing at small venues, churches, and college campuses. We always have a blast searching for Christmas songs to sing for the Christmas season, and that's how we ran into them. I still listen to a cappella Christmas music all year round. Lol

    • @christyhainline4448
      @christyhainline4448 8 лет назад +4

      Nice I have always loved cappella music but home free really hit a nerve for me I am a country girl born and raised

    • @twist3d537
      @twist3d537 8 лет назад

      prolly cuz it aint country... country blows

  • @jenniferricketts4924
    @jenniferricketts4924 Год назад +12

    Two awesome groups, one awesome song. Anyone else love Robs vibe. Love the faces he makes. He truly loves what he his doing in every moment.

  • @dlshady
    @dlshady 6 месяцев назад +10

    Godspeed Joe Bonsall. Another wonderful piece of my childhood has passed on. Thank you for the fantastic memories!

  • @levinmoser4001
    @levinmoser4001 8 лет назад +74

    This is the first time I've seen Home Free. I'm impressed. Sterban is STILL the number one bass, but....that was UNBELIEVABLE! Tim is smooth!! And I still love seeing William Lee Golden. I know the BOYS were just as impressed with you guys! It truly was an awesome arrangement.

    • @HoneysHaven1
      @HoneysHaven1 8 лет назад +4

      If I am not mistaken they BOTH hit C#2 as far as I could find.. to me both are equally amazing. Tim has also hit C#1. Here are the links were I found the information:
      therangeplace.forummotions.com/t2506-tim-foust
      kekbfm.com/just-how-low-can-richard-sterban-from-the-oak-ridge-boys-sing/

    • @jtalbot34
      @jtalbot34 8 лет назад +4

      C Coleman Tim's vocal range is from an A0-A4 .. if you watch their cover of SOLD Tim hits an A0 in the chorus it's fantastic! Tims vocal range is insane and most cannot match it including Richard ... the closest person is Avi Kaplan from PTX. His vocal range is E#1-C5.

    • @HoneysHaven1
      @HoneysHaven1 8 лет назад +8

      avi sounds flat to me. Tim just sounds richer and fuller.

    • @jtalbot34
      @jtalbot34 8 лет назад +4

      C Coleman probably because they are two different genre... Avi though was going to school to become an opera singer before PTX came about if you hear him doing that or other music he may not sound flat to you.. Avi doesn't sound flat to me but Tim is older and the country voice is usually more rich sounding which is why Blake Shelton always wins on the Voice.. look at Sundance Head his voice is rich but Billy's sounds flat even though he's a pro singer... it's genre that does that to ones ear..

    • @kuste01
      @kuste01 8 лет назад +2

      Le'Vin Moser n

  • @jdeancofer87
    @jdeancofer87 6 месяцев назад +20

    Hated hearing of Joe's passing. Several years back my then 4 year old loved this song and I sent the Oakridge Boys a video of him singing Elvira and didn't think anything would come off it but they sent him the sweetest letter.

  • @blonde_hobbit1891
    @blonde_hobbit1891 11 месяцев назад +9

    The best part about this is that you know they're having fun! Greatest part of watching someone perform

  • @kathnh6795
    @kathnh6795 2 года назад +21

    They are amazing - they don't need any accompaniment - they provide their own! The guy who has the deep voice doesn't look like the guy you'd expect. I thought it would be the fellow with the beard in Home Free. Some of the original Oak Ridge Boys could really hold their own! So Great!

    • @franzliszt4545
      @franzliszt4545 2 года назад

      tim has a beard

    • @kathnh6795
      @kathnh6795 2 года назад

      @@franzliszt4545 I'll remember that; that's my son's name! Thanks!

  • @yabio9
    @yabio9 3 года назад +75

    When this song first came out, my 1-year-old wouldn't calm down without this song. We'd listen to it on repeat for over an hour sometimes. I'm pretty sure my son is responsible for half the views of this video.

    • @johnj.petersoniii9617
      @johnj.petersoniii9617 3 года назад +2

      Ya gotta a runnin' bet then. Me or your Son, He's young so he may edge me out LoL

  • @karleenicole9690
    @karleenicole9690 6 лет назад +175

    Tim's range ❤❤❤

    • @Husitka
      @Husitka 6 лет назад +17

      His range is definitely impressive but I think the more impressive part is how amazing he sounds, no matter whether he sings bass, baritone or tenor. He has a beautifully balanced and pleasant tone throughout his whole range.

    • @rhondaboncutter5812
      @rhondaboncutter5812 5 лет назад

      @@Husitka I agree! Saw them in concert, was best concert ever!

    • @williamfloyd920
      @williamfloyd920 5 лет назад +1

      I can actually get as low as Tim, I was kinda surprised cause I'm no vocalist at the least n definitely no where near the smoothness like Tim. TF YOU ARE THE MAN! 👍

    • @ABigMetalFan
      @ABigMetalFan 5 лет назад +2

      It's disgusting. In the most beautiful way.

  • @bree6925
    @bree6925 4 года назад +25

    My absolute favorite part is at the end when they sing “on fi-i-i YEEEERRRRRRRRRR” and their voices sound SO AMAZING

  • @daleb1279
    @daleb1279 6 месяцев назад +11

    RIP Joe Bonsall. Thank you for sharing your talents with the HF guys and the rest of us.

  • @573Squid
    @573Squid 5 лет назад +19

    I love seeing an original artist encouraging new renditions of their work.
    The Oak Ridge Boys... Totally Awesome!

  • @cloebrown3218
    @cloebrown3218 9 лет назад +389

    New Pentatonix, Peter Hollens, and Home Free videos all in the same day??? This is shaping up to be a great day!!

    • @kendragramley
      @kendragramley 9 лет назад +6

      I was just thinking the same thing. Great stuff to wake up to for my birthday. :)

    • @bibianafillnerova414
      @bibianafillnerova414 9 лет назад +4

      yeees i was thinking the same! meybe they wanted to kill me by their perfection... i don't know but I'm so happy for that

    • @bibianafillnerova414
      @bibianafillnerova414 9 лет назад +3

      +Kendra Gramley happy birthday! ^^

    • @kendragramley
      @kendragramley 9 лет назад +2

      +Bibiána Fillnerová thank you so much! :)

    • @HomeFreeGuys
      @HomeFreeGuys  9 лет назад +30

      Cloe Brown Glad ya stopped by to watch ours, too :-)

  • @JonesParty4
    @JonesParty4 6 лет назад +126

    When that tenor started, the other guy stood up like “omg !!” 😂😂

  • @sjduges67
    @sjduges67 3 года назад +8

    Having been mesmerized by the Oak Ridge Boys back in '81, this is an incredibly wonderful collaboration. It's such a wonderful tribute to the Boys, and Home Free is a fantastic a capella group!

  • @hankkirby5386
    @hankkirby5386 6 лет назад +676

    That beatboxer is absolutely amazing

  • @jillrobertson1829
    @jillrobertson1829 3 года назад +57

    The dude who does the mouth percussion is truly amazing!!!!!

    • @phoebegilliland8897
      @phoebegilliland8897 3 года назад +9

      Adam Rupp is considered one of the best in the business. Their live version of "9 to 5" gives him a great beatbox solo.

    • @savanahmclary4465
      @savanahmclary4465 3 года назад +4

      Wonder if he doesn't do the MOUTH percussions in his sleep? He's fabulous! I bet his Moma had a time.

    • @barbaracampbell9907
      @barbaracampbell9907 2 года назад +2

      Adam Rupp is genius

    • @davidmacos5357
      @davidmacos5357 2 года назад

      @@barbaracampbell9907 Hello 👏 Barbara campbell how are you doing today?

    • @davidmacos5357
      @davidmacos5357 2 года назад

      Hello 👏 Jill robertson how are you doing today?

  • @lucascarrier9876
    @lucascarrier9876 8 лет назад +76

    I can't stop listening to this. They play this version at work all the time @ Bass Pro Shops. :-)

    • @HomeFreeGuys
      @HomeFreeGuys  8 лет назад +39

      Oh awesome!

    • @danieljoshlin7463
      @danieljoshlin7463 7 лет назад +2

      Home Free any advice to help me start my own group. Bc I been singing since 7 and been sick for long time but I want get back using my voice god bless me with

    • @rylandmowatt208
      @rylandmowatt208 7 лет назад +2

      +Daniel joshlin...
      I also made my own acapella group With my friends and we sound pretty damn good and we welcome any newcomers once we hear how good they are! I have a large vocal range just like Peter Hollens (Who is very awesome and if u haven't heard of him check him out!). He can go really high then down to Tim Foust's growl voice but I don't do that as often cause we already have a bass in our group only if I'm doing a harmony with him would I use my lower vocal range!. But that's pretty cool that you have a group to I bet ur pretty good!.

    • @danieljoshlin7463
      @danieljoshlin7463 7 лет назад +1

      Ryland Mowatt I'm looking to start my own group I have a wide range of vocals myself I have bass and kind of country type voice then I get high note when motivated lol. Does your group have anything on RUclips

  • @emmy2831
    @emmy2831 2 года назад +47

    There's SO much vocal talent in this song ♡

    • @davidmacos5357
      @davidmacos5357 2 года назад +1

      Hello 👏 Emmy how are you doing today?

    • @ricardoalmeida7805
      @ricardoalmeida7805 Год назад +4

      It's quite a humbling experience to listen to this much talent honestly

    • @GRAW2ROBZ
      @GRAW2ROBZ Год назад +2

      There's so much to love about Elvira!

  • @reneemorris9899
    @reneemorris9899 5 лет назад +18

    When that bass goes to a whisper my heart near stops. Every. Single. Time. ❤

  • @cozmot5260
    @cozmot5260 6 лет назад +23

    I don't think I've heard anyone sing an E that low... That was absolutely amazing.

  • @catbay7129
    @catbay7129 3 года назад +13

    I love how they're all so happy and proud with their counterparts, and then there's Adam being awesome enough for two people

  • @rhondaboncutter5812
    @rhondaboncutter5812 2 года назад +16

    Finally got my B'Day present tonight in Cincinnati, got tickets from my daughter for us to go, got postponed twice! It was such a wonderful concert, laughed, cried , sang and danced! Great time! Thanks Home Free!

  • @Cromicus99
    @Cromicus99 3 года назад +13

    I love seeing the younger generation and older generation not just having fun but showing such a mutual respect for each others talent. Great job guys, and I love the Oak Ridge Boys!!!

  • @Armous1974
    @Armous1974 7 лет назад +26

    I loved this song since growing up in the 80s but Oak Ridge Boy and Home Free together made this song even better.

  • @PaulW98Z
    @PaulW98Z 7 лет назад +144

    I don't know who it looks like enjoyed making this video more, Home free or the Oak Ridge Boys. Another great job.

    • @jrleblanc65
      @jrleblanc65 6 лет назад +3

      PWPhoto Nothing compares to the original.

    • @irish_soldier1248
      @irish_soldier1248 6 лет назад +4

      Carlos Sanchez de la Cruz Rodriguez Martinez Lopez I don’t know...this is pretty close....

  • @JayStormZero
    @JayStormZero 6 месяцев назад +13

    RIP Joe Bonsall my good friend, teacher, and mentor or country music.
    I love you sir and it was a pleasure to call you my teacher and friend.
    Rest In Peace Joe

  • @HorrorPrincess
    @HorrorPrincess 3 года назад +490

    Someone told me that Tim once broke an amp
    because his voice was so deep. I feel like that's more impressive than people who can break glass with high voices.

    • @mxda96
      @mxda96 3 года назад +29

      there's actually a video of it online

    • @mormaciain9005
      @mormaciain9005 3 года назад +18

      @@mxda96 where do we find this video cause I'd love to see that, that's so impressive

    • @sydneygillum9869
      @sydneygillum9869 3 года назад +6

      I wouldn't doubt it

    • @timfangrad5173
      @timfangrad5173 3 года назад +4

      Definitely so

    • @mxda96
      @mxda96 3 года назад +5

      @@mormaciain9005 ruclips.net/video/55SgfvoPoxc/видео.html Sorry forgot to respond :)

  • @jenniferthompson7775
    @jenniferthompson7775 8 лет назад +63

    I only found you guys a little while ago, but the joy, energy, and unabashed boldness that you sing with is amazing. And the fact that it is normally country is a a double happy. It makes me sing it out with you! ( And I'm the girl who sings in the basement where no one can hear me. :P ) Thanks guys for what you do. Can't wait to see you guys in Nor Cal!

  • @susanporter2336
    @susanporter2336 3 года назад +7

    100 yrs ago (seems like) my 5 sons used to sing this and others by Oak Ridge Boys! (They were 4 to 15). Soooooo fun to see this! Home Free are only group I listen to these days. (Age 77). Thank you, thank you, thank you!!! This was soooo GREAT!!!!

    • @davidmacos5357
      @davidmacos5357 2 года назад

      Hello 👏 Susan Porter how are you doing today?

  • @TimPetrone
    @TimPetrone 2 года назад +2

    Some interesting facts: I'm 41-years-old and have been a musician since I was a kid. When I was 19, I was in a community youth music program (from my small hometown on the Oregon coast), and we played at the San Diego Sports Arena for the International Lions Club Convention...for an audience of around 20,000 people. On another occasion, we opened for The Diamonds at a fairly small show. You may not recognize them by name, but I gurantee most of you have heard their music. Their biggest hits were "Little Darlin'" and "Silhouettes". Even though they were fairly old at the time (they rose to fame in the 50's), they were still incredible, and we had fun hanging out with them after the show. Another time, we were performing at our own county fair while Tracy Byrd (the famous country singer...this was around 1999/2000, btw) was setting up for his performance that night. He heard us, and when he saw that we were a group of kids ranging in age from around 9 to 19, he went and got his entire band and crew, and brought them all over to watch our show. He then told our director if we ever needed anything..."let him know". We never asked him for anything, of course...but it felt good. I actually had tickets to attend his show that night with my family...but I passed it up to hang out with a friend who was moving out of state the next day...and he stood me up. Had I gone...that would have been one of two live shows I've ever attended (as an audience member, anyway). The only famous band I've ever seen perform live: The Oakridge Boys. And they were great. I only went because it was a family thing. I wasn't really in to country at the time...but it was an incredible show. That was around 20ish years ago, and to this day, I haven't seen any other live artists...unless you count The Smothers Brothers ...who are incredible...but their show is more comedy and variety act than a musical one (I saw them live in Laughlin, Nevada about 15 years ago...just a day before Don Laughlin himself called me in my hotel room to offer me a job at his casino after I drew a portrait of him). I was staying at his casino/hotel, and he actually lived in a penthouse at the top of the building...so I took the portrait to the front desk with a note, and asked them if they could see that he received it...and they did. I've always had an interest in business, and respected the hell out of what he'd accomplished, and was inspired by it. Being an arttist, I chose to thank him by drawing his portrait, with a note telling him what I just said here. He was apparently flattered by it and impressed by the portrait, so he called me to thank me, and just to chat a little, I guess? I was sort-of in shock at the time. When he found out I was actually homeless and lacking employment, he offered me a job in one of his restaurants. Then 2 days later banned me from his casino forever (long story...but just know I didn't actually do anything wrong. It was a misunderstanding, mostly due to him being overly-cautious as a result of being such a big public figure. I mean...he was not only the InSaNeLy wealthy owner of a casino or three, but he literally built the city his main casino was located in, which is why it bears his name. He was also kind-of a snobby jerk, from what I heard. I never got the chance to find out for myself. He seemed okay when I spoke to him on the phone...but that was one brief conversation.).

  • @MichaelFierro
    @MichaelFierro 2 года назад +17

    I was in fifth grade when the Oak Ridge Boys released “Elvira” and I just about wore the grooves out on the 45 because it was so great I had to listen to it over and over and over. I just stumbled upon this version of the song by Home Free with the Oak Ridge Boys and it is so wonderful I felt like I was 10 again! SO very good, and I love the interaction between the legends and Home Free in this video!

  • @longislander71
    @longislander71 Год назад +12

    A classic made even better! An awesome collaboration with an amazing range of vocals from all. Couldn’t have found a better pairing. I’m sure all involved are extremely proud of this tune. Downloaded from ITunes as soon as I heard it for the first time. Thank you for it!

  • @Jazzbeu55
    @Jazzbeu55 4 года назад +5

    I love all the interactions between the two groups. It is fun to see that combination of competition, envy, admiration and cooperation, as they watch their peers in the other group. And no, your beard will probably ever be that long Rob.

  • @chrisdown9241
    @chrisdown9241 Месяц назад +1

    What a great gathering of 9 beautiful voices. Elvira is the song that would get my sister and I singing along. A fun song with no message or story, just voices that make you want to bounce!

  • @Debbp65
    @Debbp65 7 лет назад +33

    These guys sing so well together that it's almost like one big group. Love both bands, praise His name.

  • @MountainGirlGaming
    @MountainGirlGaming 4 года назад +123

    I love that Voiceplay helped put this together. Love to see commadarie between groups!

    • @jadpowers1787
      @jadpowers1787 4 года назад

      Kjnnn h hj u y

    • @Adlea13
      @Adlea13 4 года назад +10

      Yea Voiceplay and Home Free really get along. I just wish the fans would do the same. :/

    • @nightthornkvala94132
      @nightthornkvala94132 3 года назад +2

      @@Adlea13 I love them both. Their Zombies vs Hillbillies video is one of my favorites.

  • @dashofreality
    @dashofreality 4 года назад +14

    My mom used to love this song by the Oak Ridge Boys, especially the part “Giddy up, Giddy Up, bah umba bah umba ba maw maw”... Lol love it, brings back good memories of her 😌

  • @richarddaugherty8583
    @richarddaugherty8583 Год назад +5

    Hey guys! I love this! My late mother in law's name was Elvira (she went by Cindy) and she loved this song! One of the sweetest women I've ever know. RIP, Mom!

  • @angelablack7946
    @angelablack7946 8 лет назад +14

    I saw them earlier today and I am completely blown away with their talent. Wonderful job turning this woman into a Home Fry. You did an amazing job!

  • @robertsilva1016
    @robertsilva1016 3 года назад +8

    I've been listening to The oak ridge boys since I was a little kid also I got the honor to see them in concert with my late father on his birthday this song is great with both groups singing it thanks for sharing this beautiful song keep up the great work

  • @loiswalling6454
    @loiswalling6454 3 года назад +8

    They were having a blast singing together. Loved it when the Oak Ridge Boys all signed Austin’s t-shirt. What a great video.

  • @mlelder72
    @mlelder72 6 месяцев назад

    Gets better every time I watch and listen, they seemed to be having a blast! Joe is in a whole new choir now, he finally found the preacher man. Prayers for the remaining family and friends, he will be missed in a special way I imagine.

  • @katieroselinger4297
    @katieroselinger4297 7 лет назад +63

    My hearts on fire for these voices 🔥🔥🔥

  • @caroltate7778
    @caroltate7778 2 года назад +5

    I just found Home Free guys this week. Love them. And the Oak Ridge Boys has one of my favorite groups for years. nd it has been years since I am 73 years old. Great song.

  • @danielleking262
    @danielleking262 4 года назад +5

    My dad had me listen to the Oak Ridge Boys when I was little and esp. this song (of course!) .... OMG THIS COLLAB IS JUST SO FREAKING *AMAZING* !!!! I love the subtle ways they changed it and pretty much had everybody take a turn singing a part!!!!
    Most favorite parts:
    1:03 how they went up there to hang on to the next verse
    1:54 his hand gesture like NAILED IT
    2:03 his voice standing out is just awesome, he is a great singer!!
    2:09 & 2:40 the echoing "my heart (my heart's) on fire" part was so cool !!
    AND DON'T EVEN GET ME STARTED ON THE BASS BATTLE !!!! lol 😆

  • @MsKitty-st1yv
    @MsKitty-st1yv 5 месяцев назад +3

    Tim, I still love that little smile you used to give when really gittin' down there. Richard, I swoon hearing you, too.

  • @jsharik2466
    @jsharik2466 3 года назад +56

    I can’t stop smiling watching them enjoy the a cappella rendition of their hit. ❤️

  • @fionn7410
    @fionn7410 5 месяцев назад +5

    My grandad loved this song, he died last year & today is his birthday. Reminds me of him. He’d be singing along from up there.

  • @CaptainMarvelsSon
    @CaptainMarvelsSon 5 лет назад +13

    A collaboration between a legend and a legend in the making. What could be better?

  • @farmersgirl624
    @farmersgirl624 Год назад +3

    Just got back from your show in Verona, and was excited to show this version of Elvira to my Mom. She remembers watching The Oak Ridge Boys with her father, so this version made her smile. Thank you for a wonderful show, and giving me a new connection to my Grampa!

  • @michelemercier2286
    @michelemercier2286 3 года назад +5

    My mom liked country music from the 50s and 60s an didn't have much patience for the "newer" stuff, but the Oak Ridge Boys were an exception, which was great for me because I enjoyed their music and was able to play my record (okay, I'm old) on the living room stereo instead of just on the small player in my room. This song was a huge favorite for both of us and so this collaboration was a particular delight. But the best part wasn't hearing a well loved song for the first time in quite a while, it wasn't seeing a group (Home Free) that I recently discovered and really like, it wasn't even seeing the Oak Ridge Boys again - the best part was that it looked like everyone was having so much fun and somehow watching that became fun as well. Just great.

  • @Domarius64
    @Domarius64 8 лет назад +81

    That beat-boxing is just insane...

  • @josephspadafora8912
    @josephspadafora8912 8 лет назад +32

    My 5 year old can't get enough of this song. Daddy I wanna hear the giddy up song. 😃

    • @ericadoss2959
      @ericadoss2959 5 лет назад +1

      Sigh....and another generation is born......😁

    • @riamac6010
      @riamac6010 4 года назад

      Home Free captures all ages 🥰

  • @lakeishamoore7825
    @lakeishamoore7825 Месяц назад +1

    The way the two groups share admiration for each other. Listen this is it!!!! Nobody else I want sampling, covering,redoing it. This is enough 🔥 if I wore a wig I'd snatch it after this 😭🔥❤️