I've had 4 children who were addicted to heroine, at the same time, and i could never give up, but i sure said this many times. They all got sober and are all wonderful now!
Kirstie Meldonado is a mezzo-soprano. She can sing as a soprano or an alto. She sings and whistles like Mitch. She has a vocal range of 4 octaves E3-B flat
Pentatonix did an amazing job bringing out the drama in the song. Kirstin really put her acting skills to work in this beautiful performance to capture the frustration, pain, anger, hopelessness, etc., that a person would feel in that situation. They knocked this one out of the park. FUN FACT: On 3-31-23, Scott, Kirstin and Mitch received stars on the Walk Of Fame in Arlington, TX, in front of the theater where they performed in musical theater as kids. They had just wrapped the first leg of their world tour in New Zealand so they could not attend the ceremony but some of their parents were there.
In most musical circles the cello is said to be the closest instrument to the human voice so I Imagine that's why Scott can harmonize with it so beautifully.
This group is beyond talented. They are amazing. I only found them a bit over a year ago. My mind was blown when I realized this was THEIR vocals! I have since been to see them live……again truly amazing!
This video's both bleak and beautiful. Their voices are so plaintive, the lyrics are heart-breaking, Scott and Mitch look exhausted, Avi looks drained to the point of numbness, Kirstie looks as if she's about to burst into tears...and Kevin's cello-plucking sounds like a slow, sad heartbeat. ~sniffle~ (Dammit, where's my Kleenex?)
Love PTX, I STRONGLY recommend checking out Kevin's solo work as well. He does a cover of Down by Marion Hill that leaves me gobsmacked every time. He goes by KO
Their Daft Punk medley is amazing. Especially since it was recorded in a closet and a kitchen with black out curtains. They had $400 budget after something happened to their reservation for a studio.
Urban legend says that Kirsten had an eye infection which is why her hair is half covering that eye. Second urban legend is that Scott had to grip the backs of the chairs with a death grip to stop himself from 'talking/singing ' with his hands, which he does all the time.
Scott, Mitch and Kirstin did musical theater when they lived in Arlington Texas as kids and teens, and Kirstin did 'Kinky Boots' on Broadway for a few months. They also did an episode of Bones on TV. They played singers so it wasn't a stretch but they do have experience acting which helps in their performances. In this video they were trying to convey a people in a painting. They were very still when they were singing which is very hard for Mitch and Scott. Scott is about white knuckling the chair.
Loving your Pentatonix journey, they always deliver. While they’re all phenomenal vocalists, it’s their arrangements and musical interpretations that take it to the next level. Kirstie kills this lead with so much emotional gravitas, Scott & Mitch supporting and Avi’s gorgeous vocals + Kevin’s celloboxing are so so good 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Hey Wolli, really enjoyed your reaction and I’m so happy you are smitten with Pentatonix. One thing you said I want to emphasize: The human voice IS a musical instrument. Classical composers (Handel, Mozart, etc) all treated the voice with no mercy, when they wrote for the voice they used 16th note runs at high speed, huge vocal interval leaps and challenged both the high and low ends of a vocal range. Pentatonix is blessed to have singers that have perfected their vocal instruments to be able to perform these musical gymnastics and we, as viewers, have the grace and privilege to hear them. Thanks again for your reaction, I’ve Liked and Subscribed and I’ll be checking out others you have done 😊
They call themselves a band because a band has instruments and their voices are their instruments. This was filmed during their 2014 tour. Adding to my requests of 'Rise' and 'Imagine' I expect since you have a young daughter that you are familiar with "Frozen" Superfruit (Scott & Mitch) with Kirstie have a very fun Frozen Medley. As a newer video, I would appreciate your reaction to 'Be My Eyes' written and led by Kirstie.
This is my favorite of the videos where Kevin can showcase his training as a concert cellist and his unique blend of cello and beat boxing he called celloboxing. absolutely best for his talents. I love all PTX and Avi but this song gets you hard
Of course, I love all their music and your reactions to them! It has been said that Scott was holding on to those chairs for dear life. If you've ever noticed, he sings and emotes with his hands! This is young PTX, but always worth listening to again! Edit: I looked at your PTX playlist and see that you haven't reacted to "Can't Hold Us" or "Radioactive" with Lindsey Stirling. It says two are hidden from the list, so I apologize if you have. Also, their original "Sing" is a real fun song and involves a lot of their followers from around the world.
Nice one! I just watched your Hi Ren reaction and suggested you listen to Avi Kaplan's solo music. He is not just a bass, his full vocal range is spectacular. Not only his voice but his songwriting skills are great too. I suggest Change on the Rise to start with. All the voices are Avi. Cheers!
Always looking for new reactors to their music. It's a chance to go back and hear it again (who really cares that you've heard the song, 100, 200 or however many times). Its still beautiful, chilling and always fantastic.
Avi usually has to cover the bass line particularly in earlier years (I believe this is 2014 filmed during the European leg of their tour). A fascinating one because it is the first time Kevin got to play his cello with Pentatonix until then he played at concerts but the rest would leave the stage because of their acapella cred coming out of the SingOff competition. It was also the first time Avi was featured singing melody. He came to them with a college major in opera and choral directing and awards in jazz ensemble singing as well. Avi worked with Kevin on his voice while they were apartment mates starting out after SingOff since Kevin was an instrumentalist in both cello and saxophone. You should look at his From the Top television appearance with his saxophone.
Oh, you’re reacting to Pentatonix they are the best a cappella group that there is I do like Home Free too. They’re great, but give Ivy some credit for the base that baseline throughout the songs that he does with them is just outstanding.
Great reaction, I gotta say if I had to pick it would be hard. Can't deny mitches range, can't ignore Avis bass and Scotts range either. But Kristen has such a huge range and can do literally any song! And you can't forget the beat box that Kevin absolutely kills. If you want a surprise and hear Kevin do some rap check out their original Sing. But when they say cut at the end don't stop, it keeps going.
Great Reaction! This song is one of my favorite Pentatonix'! I appreciate your knowledgeable and thoughtful commentary. I look forward to seeing more of your reaction videos.
Haha, G'day again Wally, thanks for the journey to this point, glad you're loving it, you have a long way to go yet, hehe,poking forward to your reaction to a couple of my personal favorites, IMAGINE, and PRAYERS FOR THE WORLD. Both powerful songs needed for our current era, delivered perfectly by these messengers of god, the latter being an original and very powerful!!
There’s your example of “cello boxing” by Kevin as he does double duty in this song. “Mitch Slapped” is the equivalent to/play on being “bitch slapped” (vocally). Continue to enjoy your journey.
PLS react to their first LIVE. Ep 1 The sing off & it will give u an inside scoop of how they came together and where they from how they arranged their covers & stuff life that! BTW They WON with the LEAST amount of ppl in their group from the WHOLE competition 💕☺
A most excellent song. For me their amazing voices are only exceeded by them ALL being committed to creating the best song, without a lot of ego. They try different things like who sings which part to get the best result. They are also willing to try a wide variety of music genres and create so many unique creations. I don't think you have reacted to Havana, sexy song in my opinion. Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairies and Jolene ( with Dolly Parton) are their Grammys along with Daft Punk. I don't think you have reacted to Can't Hold Us and I love it.
Love your reactions. Piracy does have an amazing voice and this highlights her so beautifully. Avi, Kevin at the end ,Scott sounding like another cello and Mitch....Fire
Kirstie had an eye infection while recording this video. I really hope you do La La Latch soon! It's my favorite with Avi Kaplan as the bass. My favorite with Kirstie as a lead is Be My Eyes and Water. They are both originals that she wrote with a few of the other members. Can't wait to see more PTX videos. And Voiceplay has so many to choose from that are incredible!!
I just looked through your playlist. I’d love to hear your reaction to Official Video] Can't Hold Us - Pentatonix (Macklemore & Ryan Lewis cover). I feel like the only “lane PTX is in” is in the a acpella lane….they can do any style! ❤️
Late to the party. Just like you, I enjoy PTX. If I want to listen to something calming they're one of the groups I turn on. Now if you want to trip on some more a capella, then try "Home Free" starting with Constant Man of Sorrow. In that song you'll get a lot of depth of variations.
I think every Pentaholic has at least one song they’ve covered, but didn’t necessarily love the OG. This is mine. The breakdown in the middle is breathtaking. And Kirstie…sheeesh.
Another great song where Kirsti takes the lead is Pentatonix original Be My Eyes, also a good one took check out that has no lyrics only them doing the instrumental is Dance Of Sugar Plum Fairy, and if you want the ultimate Mitch slap check Aha live in Singapore at the Star Vista
Never liked the song until PTX did it. Did anyone else hear the harmonic undertone (5:48) and (6:07) in Kirstie’s voice when she’s belting after the break? Amazing!
I have scrolled through your content and have not seen any reactions to Geoff Castelluchi. Take your pick, all of his are great but my favorite is "Over the Misty Mountain Cold"
Good reaction mam. You gotta go check out this angelina jordan chock. She sings with the voice and inflection of someone three times her age, and has since she was a baby. Dude check out her bohemian rhapsody that she started off a capella auditioning for agt champions edition. Won norways got talent at 7 YEARS old . He music will change you bro.
Kirsten has a way of adding emotion to fit the words of the song that makes the song and her special to me.
I knew I’m not the only one lol
I've had 4 children who were addicted to heroine, at the same time, and i could never give up, but i sure said this many times. They all got sober and are all wonderful now!
I saw this video for the first time 7 years ago. To this day every time I hear them sing it I still get chills.
Kevin Olusola is a Juilliard trained cellist and singer. I’m always happy when they include the cello, which they don’t do often.
Kirstie Meldonado is a mezzo-soprano. She can sing as a soprano or an alto. She sings and whistles like Mitch. She has a vocal range of 4 octaves E3-B flat
They all effectively echo the tone and timbre of the cello.
This is my very favorite Pentatonix song. Rips my guts out every time.
They emote so well! They make you feel every note.
Facts
Pentatonix did an amazing job bringing out the drama in the song. Kirstin really put her acting skills to work in this beautiful performance to capture the frustration, pain, anger, hopelessness, etc., that a person would feel in that situation. They knocked this one out of the park. FUN FACT: On 3-31-23, Scott, Kirstin and Mitch received stars on the Walk Of Fame in Arlington, TX, in front of the theater where they performed in musical theater as kids. They had just wrapped the first leg of their world tour in New Zealand so they could not attend the ceremony but some of their parents were there.
Definitely still says something to me despite the number of times I’ve seen it. Kirstie and Kevin made this one truly special.
It is funny how they can take a song that I wouldn't necessarily have in my playlist and make me love their version
In most musical circles the cello is said to be the closest instrument to the human voice so I Imagine that's why Scott can harmonize with it so beautifully.
You can literally hear and see Kirstin's heart breaking. They are such an exceptional group, just unmatched.
I'm so thankful they are getting the recognition that they deserve. Talent galore!! I agree - chills 🙂
This group is beyond talented. They are amazing. I only found them a bit over a year ago. My mind was blown when I realized this was THEIR vocals! I have since been to see them live……again truly amazing!
This video's both bleak and beautiful. Their voices are so plaintive, the lyrics are heart-breaking, Scott and Mitch look exhausted, Avi looks drained to the point of numbness, Kirstie looks as if she's about to burst into tears...and Kevin's cello-plucking sounds like a slow, sad heartbeat. ~sniffle~
(Dammit, where's my Kleenex?)
I’m LOVING this channel. Came for the Pentatonix…..staying for the cool way you react to them. Check them out live at the Hollywood Bowl…..
Love PTX, I STRONGLY recommend checking out Kevin's solo work as well. He does a cover of Down by Marion Hill that leaves me gobsmacked every time. He goes by KO
Their Daft Punk medley is amazing. Especially since it was recorded in a closet and a kitchen with black out curtains. They had $400 budget after something happened to their reservation for a studio.
Urban legend says that Kirsten had an eye infection which is why her hair is half covering that eye. Second urban legend is that Scott had to grip the backs of the chairs with a death grip to stop himself from 'talking/singing ' with his hands, which he does all the time.
Lol
I thought I read that the set was supposed to represent a photograph, so yes, Scott had to try really hard not to move too much.
Scott, Mitch and Kirstin did musical theater when they lived in Arlington Texas as kids and teens, and Kirstin did 'Kinky Boots' on Broadway for a few months. They also did an episode of Bones on TV. They played singers so it wasn't a stretch but they do have experience acting which helps in their performances.
In this video they were trying to convey a people in a painting. They were very still when they were singing which is very hard for Mitch and Scott. Scott is about white knuckling the chair.
It's always a treat when Kevin brings out Beyonce. Cello-boxing and singing in 1 song. Great reaction.
Keven’s “cello boxing” is amazing as well!
Music does the same thing to me....goose bumps all over. They're amazing!!
Kevin's cover (KOver) of Down is mind boggling!
Now you'll need to hear Can't Hold Us Macklemore and The Beatles Imagine.
This really shows how PTX can layer, and the wall of sound.
Loving your Pentatonix journey, they always deliver. While they’re all phenomenal vocalists, it’s their arrangements and musical interpretations that take it to the next level. Kirstie kills this lead with so much emotional gravitas, Scott & Mitch supporting and Avi’s gorgeous vocals + Kevin’s celloboxing are so so good 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Please react to Kirsten singing
BE MY EYES. SHE IS GORGEOUS 👍👍👍
Hey Wolli, really enjoyed your reaction and I’m so happy you are smitten with Pentatonix. One thing you said I want to emphasize: The human voice IS a musical instrument. Classical composers (Handel, Mozart, etc) all treated the voice with no mercy, when they wrote for the voice they used 16th note runs at high speed, huge vocal interval leaps and challenged both the high and low ends of a vocal range. Pentatonix is blessed to have singers that have perfected their vocal instruments to be able to perform these musical gymnastics and we, as viewers, have the grace and privilege to hear them. Thanks again for your reaction, I’ve Liked and Subscribed and I’ll be checking out others you have done 😊
If you like Kevin the the beatboxer you should look him up he doesn't cover called down just by himself you will absolutely love it it is insane
I will check it out
They call themselves a band because a band has instruments and their voices are their instruments. This was filmed during their 2014 tour.
Adding to my requests of 'Rise' and 'Imagine' I expect since you have a young daughter that you are familiar with "Frozen" Superfruit (Scott & Mitch) with Kirstie have a very fun Frozen Medley.
As a newer video, I would appreciate your reaction to 'Be My Eyes' written and led by Kirstie.
I definitely think his daughter would like to see Scott, Mitch and Kirstie doing Frozen.
This one is a master class in dynamics.
So cool you are on a Pentatonix Journey!
This is one of my favourites.
I really enjoy your reactions! Can't wait for you to see their version of O Come All ye Faithful 😊
It’s up
This song always hits me, but the way how PTX sang it, it blows away the original. Great reaction! Oh, by the way, you got a new fan.
Thanks I appreciate the support
This is my favorite of the videos where Kevin can showcase his training as a concert cellist and his unique blend of cello and beat boxing he called celloboxing. absolutely best for his talents. I love all PTX and Avi but this song gets you hard
I think of Kirstie’s voice as a laser. Precise, always cuts through and never misses.
I love everything they do. Check out "When The Party's Over".
I’m on it thanks
Very good request. That is also one of my alltime favour
Of course, I love all their music and your reactions to them! It has been said that Scott was holding on to those chairs for dear life. If you've ever noticed, he sings and emotes with his hands! This is young PTX, but always worth listening to again! Edit: I looked at your PTX playlist and see that you haven't reacted to "Can't Hold Us" or "Radioactive" with Lindsey Stirling. It says two are hidden from the list, so I apologize if you have. Also, their original "Sing" is a real fun song and involves a lot of their followers from around the world.
Thank you señor!!!😊
Nice one! I just watched your Hi Ren reaction and suggested you listen to Avi Kaplan's solo music. He is not just a bass, his full vocal range is spectacular. Not only his voice but his songwriting skills are great too. I suggest Change on the Rise to start with. All the voices are Avi. Cheers!
That’s crazy I will be releasing that tomorrow
@@WollisWorld I look forward to it, thanks and have a great day!
@@WollisWorld Can't wait to see/hear it!!!!
Yeah can't wait!
Another featuring Kirstie "Rather Be" I really like how they put forth emotion through their vocals. Thanks man!
Pure joy.
This is in my top 10 PTX favorites ~ Loved your reaction, thanks! Kirsty isamazing in "Shallow" , "Sound of Sinence" and "Havana"
Always looking for new reactors to their music. It's a chance to go back and hear it again (who really cares that you've heard the song, 100, 200 or however many times). Its still beautiful, chilling and always fantastic.
This always gives me chills. Along this same line are "Shallow", "Run To You " and "My Heart With You." Extraordinary harmonies in all of them.
They just do not miss! Love these guys!
I love Pentatonix
Avi usually has to cover the bass line particularly in earlier years (I believe this is 2014 filmed during the European leg of their tour). A fascinating one because it is the first time Kevin got to play his cello with Pentatonix until then he played at concerts but the rest would leave the stage because of their acapella cred coming out of the SingOff competition. It was also the first time Avi was featured singing melody. He came to them with a college major in opera and choral directing and awards in jazz ensemble singing as well. Avi worked with Kevin on his voice while they were apartment mates starting out after SingOff since Kevin was an instrumentalist in both cello and saxophone. You should look at his From the Top television appearance with his saxophone.
goose bumps the emotion of the music
This song gets me every time. The roller coaster of emotions is insane!
Thank you. I always say Scott and Mitch are violins in this song. Then there's Avi being a standing bass.
I should thanks u for watching
Wow!!!
Keep your good work with these reactions. I appreciate you a lot.Your fun from Greece.
I want to go to santorini lol and thanks for the support
Such an emotional song
If you love the strings additions as much as we all do, check out "over the river" and "radioactive" both featuring Lindsay Stirling ❤
Oh, you’re reacting to Pentatonix they are the best a cappella group that there is I do like Home Free too. They’re great, but give Ivy some credit for the base that baseline throughout the songs that he does with them is just outstanding.
Great reaction, I gotta say if I had to pick it would be hard. Can't deny mitches range, can't ignore Avis bass and Scotts range either. But Kristen has such a huge range and can do literally any song! And you can't forget the beat box that Kevin absolutely kills. If you want a surprise and hear Kevin do some rap check out their original Sing. But when they say cut at the end don't stop, it keeps going.
Thanks for watching
Always waiting for your new upload. Thanks you much love
Glad you did this one of my favourite pieces by them
You are really wonderful to enjoy these with! Thank you
I appreciate your kind words
Great Reaction! This song is one of my favorite Pentatonix'! I appreciate your knowledgeable and thoughtful commentary. I look forward to seeing more of your reaction videos.
Thanks for your kind words
Haha, G'day again Wally, thanks for the journey to this point, glad you're loving it, you have a long way to go yet, hehe,poking forward to your reaction to a couple of my personal favorites, IMAGINE, and PRAYERS FOR THE WORLD. Both powerful songs needed for our current era, delivered perfectly by these messengers of god, the latter being an original and very powerful!!
There’s your example of “cello boxing” by Kevin as he does double duty in this song. “Mitch Slapped” is the equivalent to/play on being “bitch slapped” (vocally). Continue to enjoy your journey.
PLS react to their first LIVE. Ep 1 The sing off & it will give u an inside scoop of how they came together and where they from how they arranged their covers & stuff life that! BTW They WON with the LEAST amount of ppl in their group from the WHOLE competition 💕☺
I did it’s in my playlist check it out
One of their best. Nice review.
Cello-boxing is Kevin, Scott is the blonde in the back, next to Scott is Mitch, and Avi is the bass .
A most excellent song. For me their amazing voices are only exceeded by them ALL being committed to creating the best song, without a lot of ego. They try different things like who sings which part to get the best result. They are also willing to try a wide variety of music genres and create so many unique creations. I don't think you have reacted to Havana, sexy song in my opinion. Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairies and Jolene ( with Dolly Parton) are their Grammys along with Daft Punk. I don't think you have reacted to Can't Hold Us and I love it.
Great song !! Great reaction!!👍👍
My Favorite Things is a fun one to watch
Kevin is a cellist who has played at Carnegie Hall.
Love your reactions. Piracy does have an amazing voice and this highlights her so beautifully. Avi, Kevin at the end ,Scott sounding like another cello and Mitch....Fire
Kirstie had an eye infection while recording this video. I really hope you do La La Latch soon! It's my favorite with Avi Kaplan as the bass. My favorite with Kirstie as a lead is Be My Eyes and Water. They are both originals that she wrote with a few of the other members. Can't wait to see more PTX videos. And Voiceplay has so many to choose from that are incredible!!
Love your channel! Pentaholic here…I know you’ll love “Imagine” Such a healing song!
Thanks it’s up too
I just looked through your playlist. I’d love to hear your reaction to Official Video] Can't Hold Us - Pentatonix (Macklemore & Ryan Lewis cover).
I feel like the only “lane PTX is in” is in the a acpella lane….they can do any style! ❤️
It’s up check it out
Late to the party. Just like you, I enjoy PTX. If I want to listen to something calming they're one of the groups I turn on.
Now if you want to trip on some more a capella, then try "Home Free" starting with Constant Man of Sorrow. In that song you'll get a lot of depth of variations.
I love your reactions. Keep it up. 🔥
Thanks
Excellent
There is a video that talks about Pentatonix's voice's and the group (Pentatonix guys) thinks Kevin has the Highest pitch
Recommend their cover of Shallow.
Luved coment . "Kiss from a rose" bro.
I think every Pentaholic has at least one song they’ve covered, but didn’t necessarily love the OG. This is mine. The breakdown in the middle is breathtaking. And Kirstie…sheeesh.
I am anxiously waiting for your reaction to Kevin’s cover of Down.
It’s coming lol
Another great song where Kirsti takes the lead is Pentatonix original Be My Eyes, also a good one took check out that has no lyrics only them doing the instrumental is Dance Of Sugar Plum Fairy, and if you want the ultimate Mitch slap check Aha live in Singapore at the Star Vista
Never liked the song until PTX did it. Did anyone else hear the harmonic undertone (5:48) and (6:07) in Kirstie’s voice when she’s belting after the break? Amazing!
You should check out Pentatonix Shallow
I have scrolled through your content and have not seen any reactions to Geoff Castelluchi. Take your pick, all of his are great but my favorite is "Over the Misty Mountain Cold"
Better than the OG...normal for PTX. 🎶👍
Check out Avi caplan's - "when im a fool"
Got u
Hey sir check out the video Aha Live Singapore it’s odd it’s cool it’s fire and filmed on a cell phone.
Yes, yes and yes!
Cool u are checking my fav
Nice way to finish up this day -- Great Reaction -
Thanks
I'm waiting to see you react to Chris Stapleton, lol
Want to experience a true Mitch slap listen to Pentatonix doing Gold by Kiiara.
Please please please react to Aha Singapore star vista. You'll get slapped into the next century
I recorded it I’m putting it out in a few hours
@@WollisWorld can't wait to see your reaction 😁
Can you please react to EZ Mil please
Gotcha
Good reaction mam. You gotta go check out this angelina jordan chock. She sings with the voice and inflection of someone three times her age, and has since she was a baby. Dude check out her bohemian rhapsody that she started off a capella auditioning for agt champions edition. Won norways got talent at 7 YEARS old . He music will change you bro.