Eddian Reacts To: Ren back on 74

Englishman in New York, another of Ren's Sting re-takes.

Ren has said in interviews that Sting was a big influence. He does this so well, FIRE!

Ill suggest his old band The Big Push. They did Englishman in New York and its fantastic. Love you two.

Yes, more Ren reactions, please! If you’re music taste is varied and you have an open mind, you are in for a ride

The first part of this song was Back on 74 by the UK band Jungle (he mentions a shout out to Jungle in the rap section) If you seek it out, you will be able to see how Ren altered it. Ren has a gift in being able to translate other people's music and lyrics in a way that allows other listeners to appreciate what they do not always "get" when listening to the originals. He may change the tempo, he may keep the music to the original, but add his own twist with the introduction of instruments not previously there, yet add his own lyrics (His retake of the Verve classic is a great example). Sometimes he will keep the lyrics and translate the music from something like edm to acoustic guitar (Ren's recent Fred Again mashup). There is always one certainty when listening to Ren's music; the certainty that you will never be able to anticipate what comes next as each song progresses! The Big Push did a wonderful version of An Englishman in New York if you want more Sting. Many listeners begin with Hi Ren, then gravitate towards the Jenny and Screech (full version with Violet's tale at the end) or the Money Game trilogy. Both will be something you will have never experienced before, and are unlikely to forget anytime soon. At times Ren's music is described as Bardcore. Jenny and Screech is probably his best example of this. Pure genius. Enjoy your journey down the rabbit hole!

I knew that you guys would love this song! Ren's talent is undeniable! The artist I think you are thinking of regarding his vocal tone has got to be Smokey Robinson! <3 I think a great Ren song to do next would be "Chalk Outlines", a duet with the artist Chinchilla! Then you could travel down the path of her music, she's an outstanding vocalist and producer herself!

Rem is the gift that keeps on giving... His whole catalog, his fan base and all the artists he introduces people to. WELCOME ABOARD THE RENAGADE EXPRESS 🚂🚂🚂

You guys would love the band Ren was in ,called the Big Push ( the red suspenders performances) on the streets of Brighton, also the busking with Ren and Chinchilla and Ren and Sam Tompkins . These vidioes show how he got so good at doing " Mash ups " of 2 or more songs . If you haven't found Chinchilla she is a wonderful singer songwriter. Eccentric but brilliant she has a new song called Ratio 1:5 that will make you weep with the sad beauty of it .Her songs with Ren are Chalk Outlines and How To Be Me and the ones busking .

If you rewind a little, after pausing, you won't miss anything. :)

I really love the way he blended old and new, with a bit of his own stuff in the middle. Glad this one was more your style! 😊

His videos are filmed in Brighton on the south coast of England. I've been lucky to see him perform on the streets of the city with his band The Big Push while I lived there. The guy is so talented it's mind-blowing! You should check out his street performance doing a mashup of I Shot the Sheriff/Road to Zion/Hip Hop. It shows his versatility. You definitely won't be disappointed. He can rap, sing, beatbox, plays guitar and piano, produces all his music. In fact his talent is unlimited. He plays all genres, therefore he can entertain everyone whether you're into rap, reggae, ska, punk, jazz or metal. Absolute genius. I'm a 57 year old wee Glesga Goth who NEVER got into rap and now there's this guy that I HAVE to listen to every bloody day 😂. Enjoy the Ren rabbit hole because there's no coming back 😊

Back on 74, Jungle. performed this at the 24 Brit awards. It comes from Volcano, iconic dance video at approx' 17.min into the film (also a one take) which was a hit in 23 in the UK. This clip was filmed in Brighton.

I recommend his "Fred Again mash up" as well for more heartfelt singing and guitar, and concur with both of his Chinchilla duets. Also check out his former band The Big Push for quite another range of music.

You will see that RENgades are an amazingly supportive fan base and they will be very supportive. Welcome to the RENaissance. Definitely check out Chalk Outlines and How to be me, with Chinchilla. Also listen to Chinchilla's Fingers live. Another incredible talent.

The audio is echoing and sounds like it's playing twice out of sync.

The Big Push, featuring Ren, a cover of Sting's, "An Englisman In New York" if you want more Sting-like music. ❤

Great job lads, Glad you are enjoying Ren, I think you would both like the song - Chalk Outlines by Ren x Chinchilla (live)... More Ren and his talented friends, Thanks

Maybe it's Smokey Robinson that Ren reminds you on, in the beginning of the song.

Good reaction to our wonderful Boi Ren❤. Have you heard Hi Ren yet. That song got me totally hooked on Ren 18 months ago. Since then I’ve heard all his songs and with The Big Push and Sam and Chinchilla etc… more times than I can count. Subbed for more Ren

1960er Beatles and Stones baby here, later Prince fanatic. Ren's the real deal, has potential like those <=== boys.