I am 68 years old, and have listened to music all my life. Pop, do-wop, rock, gospel, folk and country. I have never heard a male voice better than this, and only two or three as good.
If you like Christmas music, you should check out Marc’s recordings. He releases new ones every year and there are some beautiful performances in there.
This is just beautiful you don't hear no days. majority of "singers" in today's time actually playing instruments and using vocals. Now does its just auto tune and playing music in the computer
Because none told that, for example, George Michael sounds like someone else and singing someone else`s songs. And that`s what Marc usually does. If Marc has his own strong repertoire and unique voice, then he would have a chance.
Hello Marc, I am a 77yo huge rock/pop fan since back in the day. Have been blessed enough to watch George Michael perform four times when he came to Perth Australia. All this aside you have the most wonderful voice, no matter who people say you sound like, you are unique. My so. Also a muso hated to do cover songs for years, yes he said it was a dirty word, but now though he writes originals he has joined a voter band for DEF LEPPARD and yes, he is Joe Elliot, and yes, it pays the bills! Please come to Perth in my lifetime. Wonderful original Marc. Lynne
I wonder if Elton has seen this knowing how close he and freddie were. Someone needs to show this to Elton. How is it possible to sound like Elton, George, and Freddie combined? Whoa
Marc is seriously one of the most talented vocalists I’ve ever seen or heard. It’s insane that he is not superstar status, it’s like listening to George Michael, Freddie Mercury and Elton John all in one!!
😮 your voice is Incredible. The God of Israel gifted u & the world. Never heard of or Downhere. I was in the hospital & the brother who was helping me 2 learn 4 the second time told me about Downhere. Ty God!!! ❤😮
So he successfully covers all the best vocalists of several generations, and makes it all his own, in a way where it's at least equal to, if not outright better than, the original performance. Which was originally done by a generational talent, nonetheless. And then when he finally gets the chance to do his own music, it's pretty awesome too. I'd say that makes Marc the prime contender for best vocalist of many generations ....
Everyone in this comment thread already mentioned it... but egad that piano. His voice is incredible, but to be able to play, time it out, and sing all at once? Amazing.
Dood is mindblowing. And *what* a rendition of one of the greatest duets I've ever seen. When my eyes are closed i swear it's George Michael and Elton.
@@Lunatikk EVERY serious musician practices his craft to perfection. They don't just practice until they get it right, they practice until they can never get it wrong! Talent is bread from the highest determination to perfect one's craft!
Without a doubt, Marc is one of the best singers/vocalists out there. And, when it comes to singing Queen songs and sounding like Freddie, nobody is better than Marc. AMAZING!!
Merci énormément pour cet incroyable pianiste et quel chanteur a la voix extraordinaire peut être même meilleur que l'original ! Bravo Man ! Pardon ! SIR Elton John
Hahaha way too deaf tone to say he sounds like Freddie , of course if you don't have any musical training any singer will sound the same to you... hahahhaaha
Professionista di rara bravura , spero tu venga in Italia prima o poi Marc per un concerto o seminari… secondo me artista da godere sul palco ma anche insegnante straordinario, pagherei per fare lezione con te almeno una volta . Bravo Marc continua a incantarci 😊
I wouldn't bet agaisnt him! Well... neurosurgery... rocket science, and possibly a few subfields of quantum mechanics. But music??? He ain't Effin around, is he?!
If he had come along about 20 years ago when David Foster was doing his impresario thing helping his fellow Canadian artists, and Americans and an Italian as well, Mark might have been one of his projects, but Foster is old and Mark's abundance of talent--well said--will take him very far without the help of his countryman.
@@ThatllShowEm I did not know that. I was what-iffing mostly, however around 2003, Foster was reportedly interested in promoting a Christian artist, the great Yolanda Adams. They talked apparently, but Yolanda opted to stay with her Gospel career. I mention that to point out that Foster was not totally opposed to promoting Christian music specialist singers, if they wished to venture into mainstream music, as Marc has now done.
Man... your voice and interpretation, your feeling, note tuning, and your respect for the composers and orginal interpreters, is totally awesome... thank you for so much passion in your work....
I saw him live January 7th 2023 in rancho mirage. A vision of queen was amazing to say the least. I would love to here this song done by the band. Marc is talented it makes me want to stop playing music all together. Keep up the good work Marc !
His voice is so clean, pure, powerful and on key. He's proof that being incredibly talented doesn't necessarily mean you'll be famous. If it was, he'd certified triple diamond in sales awards.
@@artfulstories It is basically true that in order to become famous in music you need to be somewhat original. And Martel would go nowhere in terms of popularity with his original "music"
Una grandísima voz, un piano y no necesita más. Fantástica interpretación. Es sorprendente que el público prefiera oir a cantantes mediocres que no se les entiende porque no vocalizan, que necesitan autotune para conseguir afinar a pesar de llevar toda una orquesta detrás y que para colmo tienen unas letras sin sentido que van rimando como pueden con palabras de otro idioma, a medio decir o con simples onomatopeyas. Frente a tanta mediocridad tenemos a Mark Martel, que es la perfección a nivel musical. Un rango vocal espectacular, un timbre de voz muy especial, un hábil manejo de las dinámicas, (voz redonda, de cabeza, falsete, aireada, llorada, etc) y una destreza con el piano que le permite llenar un escenario sin nada más. Aunque no sea un ídolo de masas, somos multitud los que disfrutamos con su voz y desde hace tiempo puede dedicarse y vivir de lo que le gusta. Afortunadamente ha pasado de subir videos como hobby a ser su profesión y girar por el mundo. Le deseo mucha suerte y un largo futuro en la música.
Marc actually started out as part of a touring band from Canada! Downhere. When the technology developed to allow people to share music online, (i.e. when RUclips began) Marc was noticed more for his covers.
Marc Martel A greatest Artist
George Michael would be so proud!!
Uno dei talenti piu grandi che ci sono oggi al mondo....
Vorrei che avesse cio che merita!!!!!
Best thing I've ever heard in last 5 years.
When God was handing out talent, Marc clearly visited the line multiple times...
Snuck a double portion
Dude's a freak of nature! I also still miss his work with DownHere. 😞
Just saw Marc in a Queen tribute in Houston a couple of months ago. Awesome show.
I am 68 years old, and have listened to music all my life. Pop, do-wop, rock, gospel, folk and country. I have never heard a male voice better than this, and only two or three as good.
If you like Christmas music, you should check out Marc’s recordings. He releases new ones every year and there are some beautiful performances in there.
I'm 72 and have been involved in the music industry for 50+ years of that. And, I AGREE!
@@Superspockmanhis voice is absolutely gorgeous.
As a 33 years old i can t say i know as much as you guys .
I know MJ existed and others too but for me N1 freddy N2 Marc 😊
I love his voice
I’m 10 yrs older and agree with all you said and his casual playing whilst singing is outstanding.
WOW. JUST WOW.
oooh, oh wow, I'm crying. you bastard.
it was an honor for me to see this video. thank you and greets from bavaria
Can we like twice? Voice and talent of a generation, thank you sir
And "I'm Still Standing" please Marc
ItsNightmare85 yessss
And bennie and the jets
My favorite!
Yesss!!!
That would be awesome.
Good grief, this guy has the voice of the angel Gabriel himself
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George would feel proud about this rendition
This is just beautiful you don't hear no days. majority of "singers" in today's time actually playing instruments and using vocals. Now does its just auto tune and playing music in the computer
😳😳😳 what the hell did i just watch. dude is FLAWLESS.
Wow! I am overwhelmed. He has is all!
Why Marc is not the biggest superstar on the planet is a tragedy
because superstars, this is a business and marketing, there are millions of talents in the world that no one knows about
Thank God coz youtube exist.
Because he didn‘t COMPOSE all these songs he is playing and singing so genial.
And you permanently have the impression it‘s Freddy.
Because none told that, for example, George Michael sounds like someone else and singing someone else`s songs. And that`s what Marc usually does.
If Marc has his own strong repertoire and unique voice, then he would have a chance.
FR
Marc is the most versatile singer I have ever heard.
He really really is : ruclips.net/video/rC8dU6xlCtk/видео.html
Hello Marc, I am a 77yo huge rock/pop fan since back in the day. Have been blessed enough to watch George Michael perform four times when he came to Perth Australia. All this aside you have the most wonderful voice, no matter who people say you sound like, you are unique. My so. Also a muso hated to do cover songs for years, yes he said it was a dirty word, but now though he writes originals he has joined a voter band for DEF LEPPARD and yes, he is Joe Elliot, and yes, it pays the bills! Please come to Perth in my lifetime. Wonderful original Marc. Lynne
Marc has been to Perth, if I am not mistaken. Hopefully he and his band do another tour in Australia soon.
Hello my dear fan, thanks for your endless love and support over the years, I really appreciate and I hope you don't ever stop.
Someone used this song by Marc Martel and said its a Freddie Mercury IA Cover. But I know the difference between Freddie, Marc, and de "ia".
Do you mean “AI”? His voice sounds better than Elton’s does.
This is the ONLY cover I’ve ever heard of this song that’s worthy of both George and Elton. Wow!
I heard his acoustic guitar Freedom cover and it’s also amazing. My jaw dropped and I actually got weepy.
Beautiful
j'écoute pour ma mère décédé! Elle aimais tellement cette chanson!
I wonder if Elton has seen this knowing how close he and freddie were. Someone needs to show this to Elton. How is it possible to sound like Elton, George, and Freddie combined? Whoa
With a voice and talent like that Marc should be an international Superstar.
He is getting there.
The problem IS,He sounds like Mercury(vibrato)&Michael.People wanna hear somebody different,AND a SONGWRITER.Same with M.Cavanaugh.
Oh the memories this is bringing me
Marc’s AMAZING
His piano skills is so underappreciated. That's how great he is.
Not any more.
Please stop these RIDICULOUS “underrated” comments with every artist. Not because it’s the first time YOU see or hear him that he’s underrated.
Too much of it here though. The piano was too overpowering on this song. It stifled the song.
best ive ever heard
vocal is amazing, piano too, but together.... just wow... what a talent!
He has kept Freddie Mercury and George Michael alive for us❤❤❤
Абсолютный слух. Это кайф слушать❤
Marc Martel is already a Rockstar
I find that,...sure, he's sounds like Freddy,etc!, But I hear Marc in there as well. And it's Superstar Canadian quality to boot!.
Marc is seriously one of the most talented vocalists I’ve ever seen or heard. It’s insane that he is not superstar status, it’s like listening to George Michael, Freddie Mercury and Elton John all in one!!
Completely under appreciated!
And don't forget: he's an absolutely brilliant pianist!
@@Schmidthorst69 damn skippy my friend!
Truly!
Agreed
I can hear Freddie, Elton, and George in your voice, crazy
Eu também
Definiu muito bem
Sorry, but george michael, he cannot do....
My thoughts exactly! He found his niche!
Not to mention his mad musicianship...makes it look so easy to combine both!
I felt the same!
😮 your voice is Incredible. The God of Israel gifted u & the world. Never heard of or Downhere. I was in the hospital & the brother who was helping me 2 learn 4 the second time told me about Downhere. Ty God!!! ❤😮
Good grief! His voice!!! AND he plays piano and guitar! Thank you, Marc, for sharing your unbelievably gorgeous God-given voice!
WOW! U can jam that piano....
So he successfully covers all the best vocalists of several generations, and makes it all his own, in a way where it's at least equal to, if not outright better than, the original performance. Which was originally done by a generational talent, nonetheless. And then when he finally gets the chance to do his own music, it's pretty awesome too. I'd say that makes Marc the prime contender for best vocalist of many generations ....
I close my eyes...And Freddie sings Elton's song! That's great!!!
I think Marc is an exceptional pianist. Even if he didn’t sing, his piano skills would still turn heads.
he sounds like georgr too❤
i am a big fan❤❤❤❤❤❤
Marc I would pay to see you!!! You are just amazing!
What. Now you are George!!!!
I can’t explain why I was expecting him to say “ladies and gentlemen Mr Elton John” after the first chorus 😂
Me too 😅😅😅😂😂😂
LMAO SAME
That’s cos you’re used to the live version.
That's SIR Elton John!
Instead he changed the pitch of his voice to sound more like Sir Elton... absolutely fabulous
He can sing anyone he chooses. His talent is amazing and underrated. Is it jealousy I wonder.
Everyone in this comment thread already mentioned it... but egad that piano. His voice is incredible, but to be able to play, time it out, and sing all at once? Amazing.
Can we also talk about his piano skills??? This is literally the exact arrangement. Perfect! And of course his voice. Unreal.
Dood is mindblowing. And *what* a rendition of one of the greatest duets I've ever seen. When my eyes are closed i swear it's George Michael and Elton.
Yes!!
Shout out and Big Love for Marc - I wish you well Marc.
How does this not have 50 million hits. A Shame
George would love your cover .great job
Thank you❤
Stupendo speciale fantastico ❤❤❤
No edits/cuts. Just a one-take straight shoot. Mad respect.
Several retakes beforehand*
Lunatik oh you were there were you.
@@WildChuco Well he had to practice the song first..
@@Lunatikk EVERY serious musician practices his craft to perfection. They don't just practice until they get it right, they practice until they can never get it wrong! Talent is bread from the highest determination to perfect one's craft!
Miguel Jacinto one-take, meaning no over-dubbing, no editing.
Without a doubt, Marc is one of the best singers/vocalists out there. And, when it comes to singing Queen songs and sounding like Freddie, nobody is better than Marc. AMAZING!!
"Ladies and Gentlemen Mr Elton John.."👏👏
No AI will ever supersede a musical soul. Man, you've really got it. Hope see you soon again in Brazil.
Glad this finally reached a million views!🎉🎉🎉
was searching for a piano cover, clicked on this video, realised it had vocals, but stayed for the vocals anyways cos its that good.
Merci énormément pour cet incroyable pianiste et quel chanteur a la voix extraordinaire peut être même meilleur que l'original ! Bravo Man !
Pardon ! SIR Elton John
Marc has it's own greatness. He is so great he is even able to give us the next future songs that Freddie couldn't.
That's the true Freddie's legacy.
Thank you Marc.
This is awesome. A guy who sounds like Freddie Mercury, doing an Elton John song, sung by George Michael.
He should be called Farrokh Dwait Panayiotou.
Hahaha way too deaf tone to say he sounds like Freddie , of course if you don't have any musical training any singer will sound the same to you... hahahhaaha
@@DeuSJaguaR you do know the truth, master...
:P
Yeah that instrument sounds like piano as well😑
Freddie Mercury didn't sing so well like this guy...
Professionista di rara bravura , spero tu venga in Italia prima o poi Marc per un concerto o seminari… secondo me artista da godere sul palco ma anche insegnante straordinario, pagherei per fare lezione con te almeno una volta . Bravo Marc continua a incantarci 😊
Marc has one of the greatest voices I’ve ever heard! His talent is off the charts and so effortless, astounding!!
so real!
Let's also appreciate how spot on his piano playing is! Superb!!
Seconded. It's superb.
PURE TALENT
Top 10 best voices on the planet right now.
top 1 kek
Nope, he's top 1. Everyone else pales.
Best!
Is there no end to this guys talent? Unbelievable!
I wouldn't bet agaisnt him! Well... neurosurgery... rocket science, and possibly a few subfields of quantum mechanics. But music??? He ain't Effin around, is he?!
Billiant!!! My favorite song in the 70's.
what in the world..... i'm just now finding this unbelievable talent now!!! why???
this is phenomenal.
Vocals aside. Extremely talented with piano skills. Rock on Marc 🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦
So so good. About time you came to the UK!!!!!!
So much talk about his voice, but this guy is a superb musician as well.
Exactly! Check out his former band Downhere. They won a lot of awards for their original music.
+1
Abondance of talent ... our Canadian jewel.
🇨🇦❤️
If he had come along about 20 years ago when David Foster was doing his impresario thing helping his fellow Canadian artists, and Americans and an Italian as well, Mark might have been one of his projects, but Foster is old and Mark's abundance of talent--well said--will take him very far without the help of his countryman.
@@llagas6307 20 years ago Marc and his bandmates (Downhere) were signed to Word Records.
@@ThatllShowEm I did not know that. I was what-iffing mostly, however around 2003, Foster was reportedly interested in promoting a Christian artist, the great Yolanda Adams. They talked apparently, but Yolanda opted to stay with her Gospel career. I mention that to point out that Foster was not totally opposed to promoting Christian music specialist singers, if they wished to venture into mainstream music, as Marc has now done.
Friggin beautiful bro!! Perfection!! WOW!!!’
People like Marc are the ones who make the almost impossible look easy. What a voice OMG.
Going to see a Marc Martel concert is like seeing a Freddie Mercury, Queen, Elton John, George Michael, Marc Martel Concert for the price of one. Wow.
Totally worth the price of admission!
@@ThatllShowEm Согласна. Но и выход ценится также!?
I saw him live in Wellington New Zealand. It was magic was on a music induced high for hours. He is amazing😊
Went to Marc Martel concert in Peachtree City a few years back. I didn’t think it was possible to be that close to Mercury, but he was perfect.
Excelent
Man... your voice and interpretation, your feeling, note tuning, and your respect for the composers and orginal interpreters, is totally awesome... thank you for so much passion in your work....
I've always wanted George Michael to do a solo version of this song and wow... This is by far the closest. Amazing.
Marc voice is amazing...
Hello my dear fan, thanks for your endless love and support over the years, I really appreciate and I hope you don't ever stop.
One of the greatest voices on the planet.
I saw him live January 7th 2023 in rancho mirage. A vision of queen was amazing to say the least. I would love to here this song done by the band. Marc is talented it makes me want to stop playing music all together. Keep up the good work Marc !
Did you know he's back January 6th? His first show of 2024. 😊🎉
We need more Elton John songs Marc, please make it happen ❤
Marc, you are a true treasure!💗
His voice is so clean, pure, powerful and on key. He's proof that being incredibly talented doesn't necessarily mean you'll be famous. If it was, he'd certified triple diamond in sales awards.
Check out his cover of U2’s Bad! 🤯
@@artfulstories It is basically true that in order to become famous in music you need to be somewhat original. And Martel would go nowhere in terms of popularity with his original "music"
@@pantelisdalezios811 actually Elvis Presley became very famous and he only mostly sang other people's songs
Wow Marc love to hear you sing..
Una grandísima voz, un piano y no necesita más. Fantástica interpretación. Es sorprendente que el público prefiera oir a cantantes mediocres que no se les entiende porque no vocalizan, que necesitan autotune para conseguir afinar a pesar de llevar toda una orquesta detrás y que para colmo tienen unas letras sin sentido que van rimando como pueden con palabras de otro idioma, a medio decir o con simples onomatopeyas. Frente a tanta mediocridad tenemos a Mark Martel, que es la perfección a nivel musical. Un rango vocal espectacular, un timbre de voz muy especial, un hábil manejo de las dinámicas, (voz redonda, de cabeza, falsete, aireada, llorada, etc) y una destreza con el piano que le permite llenar un escenario sin nada más. Aunque no sea un ídolo de masas, somos multitud los que disfrutamos con su voz y desde hace tiempo puede dedicarse y vivir de lo que le gusta. Afortunadamente ha pasado de subir videos como hobby a ser su profesión y girar por el mundo. Le deseo mucha suerte y un largo futuro en la música.
Marc actually started out as part of a touring band from Canada! Downhere. When the technology developed to allow people to share music online, (i.e. when RUclips began) Marc was noticed more for his covers.
👏👏👏💪💪 cuánto talento!!
Begoña, me ha encantado tu comentario!
Love..love this guy..he sounds really Freddie Mercury...
Marc is absolutely amazing! ❤
Holy S*! 50-year Elton fan here and big fan of George's as well and this is just amazing.
You certainly did this song a great justice! George and Elton would surely approve!
You have an exceptionally lucky friend Marc, I hope Tony's had a better time of late
Martel singing Mercury, singing George, singing Elton lol
This blokes voice is eerily that f*ckin good I just love him such talented bloke Marc is :)
❤ let Marc introduce you to Down here. Heaven sent
This man that no one knows has the most pure beautiful voice! My favorite singer!
Oh, come on Marc. That's absurdly beautiful.