it cost more than that in total (the mixing and video editing was alot more), but in terms of contacts, makeup, wigs, outfits, lights, smoke, etc..yeah that was 400. Still hugely impressive
@@N_F414 No matter how much it turned out to be in total, GREATEST investment in music ever! Accounting for inflation, it is still likely one of the greatest returns ever for money spent in the history of the Grammy Awards.
@@ChuckFickens1972 From what I’ve heard, her side smirk is mostly involuntary and can possibly mess up your singing technique by moving her mouth into an unnatural position for singing. That may be partially why she wants it removed, even though I also think it’s super cute
this one won them their first of multiple grammy awards..well deserved!!! Filmed this in their little apartment in like the closet and their phones i think..This group's talent is just beyond all... incredibly gifted both individually and together. their musical masterpieces are just heaven!
They did a cover of Imagine Dragons' Radioactive with Linsey Stirling playing violin and Kevin playing cello while beatboxing. He calls it cello-boxing.
I just saw this reaction and heard him talking about Imagine Dragons, so I was going to suggest "Radioactive." Love their version of that with Linsey Stirling.
Also check out another one with Lindsay Stirling with their version of "Over the River". She plays her violin and Kevin does his cello boxing. It's great.
Bohemian Rhapsody sounds like a good one for you to react to next. It has Mitch in the lead and Its just jaw dropping how they were able to cover the entire song.
Your giddy-ness is EVERYTHING. I feel like I still get like this when they release new stuff and I’ve been a fan since the beginning. 10 years later they are still finding new ways to leave us with that same feeling. Can’t wait to see more PTX mind melts from you 😂
There are three top a cappella groups in the reactors' world - Pentatonix is one of them. The others are Home Free and Voiceplay. They all have their own style and are great in different ways. Please add the other two groups to your list (not to rank or compare them, but enjoy all three). Really enjoyed your enthusiasm for the discovery, we'll enjoy following the journey. For a more traditional singing style and larger group, Voctave does excellent work too. They have all been lifelines to many of us through the past couple of years.
Why stop at 3 Say 20. Since the difference between Pentatonix and the second is bigger than the difference between the 2nd and the 20th. Sorry but Pentatonix are in a class of their own. No disrespect. I'm not talking about quality since that's subjective and if you like Homefree and Voiceplay in the same way i totally understand and respect that. But international stars and small bands can't be put in a top 3 as if they somehow rank close to each other.
My bad - I forgot to highlight that another of the Grammys they won was "Jolene" in which they performed with the legendary Dolly Parton. Needless to say, the Grammy was well deserved!
In the Jolene performance, what you see and hear is a single take without any production trickery applied. Other than rehearsals, it looks like it really was the one and only 'live' take.
Yes they have some awesome originals as well.. Coffee In Bed, Happy Now, Can’t Sleep Love and Sing are all amazing but you honestly can’t go wrong with them original or cover.. new sub 💖
Speaking of 'Imagine Dragons' check out PTX's cover of 'Radioactive'. Features Lindsay Stirling on violin and Kevin Olusola playing cello in addition to beatboxing (WHILE beatboxing)
@@neil2742 Yes. Absolutely. Kevin is arguably the most musically talented in this group of amazing and talented people. His KOver of 'Down' is a rollercoaster you'll never forget.
I love seeing people discover Pentatonix for the first time. You asked about their originals. One of my favorites is "Love Again" They've also got some really cool looks in that video. Someone else mentioned "Sing." That's excellent too.
Pentatonix has 10 years of songs for you to explore and I can confidently say that you can pick any song and it'll be great. They're probably best known for their seven Christmas albums, with originals and creative takes on standard holiday songs. They also do covers of pop songs from a variety of decades and styles, from 40's swing to Motown to K-pop, and "Evolutions" and medleys that combine dozens of songs into a 4-minute track. They also have two albums of original songs, with all group members contributing songs in their own style. And most of the group members have side projects and albums.
Yes, they do have originals. Sing, Love Again, Light in the Hallway, Can't Sleep Love, just to name a few... You should look into where they got their start, on a show called the Sing Off. It was an a capella competition. Nick LeShay was the host. Check out Pentatonix ,Sing Off Season 3.
One of the hardest working groups in music, they even managed to put out an album and videos during the pandemic.😊 When on tour they sell out events and people have said they are better live.
I can't wait to see you react to them doing John Lennon's "Imagine", then "Mad World, Sing, Amazing Grace" and Oh so many others. You have only scratched the surface. Enjoy!
This was their first music video! They recorded the song and the video on Kevin and Avi's apartment. They spent $400 on the video and they won a Grammy! If you want to see Mitch's range, check out PTX doing A Ha live at the Star Vista in Singapore (Avi blew out the speakers with an "omfg how low is that???" note at the beginning, then Mitch proceeds to go completely off the chain. It's from a fan's phone, and they're an absolute legend for getting this once in a lifetime performance and uploading it! There's also Superfruit, which is Mitch's and Scott's side project. Their cover of Defying Gravity from the musical Wicked is just crazy (and shows off Scott's higher range too!). And with Superfruit, you always have to watch to the end, because there's bloopers (if you want to see them be complete goofballs, the Yoga Challenge video is just off the charts hilarity and Mitch over sharing a wee bit). They also have original songs, that are so much fun!
You gotta watch some of the live performaces too. There's a private live performance of this that is amazing. If you like Mitch, Carol of Bells is known as the song where Mitch doesn't breath. Aha! Live at star vista Singapore is another good of Mitch. Some other great music videos are Bohemian Rhapsody, Sound of Silence, Mad World, Imagine. What you should really do is watch all of their Sing Off performances from 10 years ago when they first got together. Every one of them is Live and shows how talented they were in the very beginning.
You acted like a little boy who just opened every Christmas present and got every single thing you asked Santa for and I am LIVING for your reactions 🥰
"Pentatonix-Aha!, Singapore, star vista" is one of my favorites. It's fancam but Mitch (and the whole group of course) is incredible there. Also telephone from star vista is amazing!
It's only fair to warn you that this video is often called the "Where's Kevin" video. He is off stage through the intro, but comes in about the time Avi starts the main song, but you never see him... the fan that filmed this video was focused on Mitch and Avi so you never see the other end of the stage.
Anything they do is amazing. They cover hymns, Christmas music, rap, pop, you name it. Try The Ceiling Can’t Hold Us, Havana, Say Something. Their originals like Coffee In Bed, Run To You, Happy Now are awesome. You can’t miss because they never miss.
They actually got their first Grammy for this arrangement in the category “Best Arrangement, Instrumental or A Cappella”. I was lucky and blessed enough to see them live in Seattle 3 times shortly after they won the Sing-Off. They are even better live. Absolutely AMAZING. Every single one of them, but my favorites are Avi and Kevin. I just love bass and percussion. I absolutely LOVE and adore your reaction to one of my absolute favorite bands. Sending love to you and your family from Germany. ❤
To perfect this sound, Mitch and Kirstie admitted in an interview that they have many, many days that are 12+ hours long. That was a huge factor in their choice of a bass to replace Avi. They needed someone who was familiar with acapella, and the amount of work that sound takes. Matt Sallee had just graduated with his degree in vocal performance from the Berkelee College of Music in Boston. He had years experience with acapella. And he’s done great since he joined the group in late 2017. And by the way, they made this video in a kitchen closet for $400!
I also just discovered this group only a few days ago and I have basically drowned myself in their music ever since ! I LOVE THEM !!! Please react to them singing The Sound of Silence by Simon & Garfunkel next. It is beyond words ❤
OMG I CAN’T BELIEVE I STILL REMEMBER THE LYRICS OF THIS MASHUP ITS BEEN A READY 8 YEARS 😭😭 MITCH HAS A REALLY UNIQUE VOICE 💜💜 YOU REALLY NEED TO CHECK THEIR MEDLEYS AND EVOLUTION OF ARTISTS . AS USUAL I LOVE YOUR REACTIONS 💜💜💜
Mitch is the guy with the very high voice, you’ll continue to be amazed by him (all of them, but especially him), Scott is the tall blonde, baritone. Kirstie is the girl (that’s how she used to refer to herself, she’s a lot more than that obviously) she’s the soprano. Kevin is the amazing beat boxer (arguably the most talented, he can cello box, sing, play drums, piano, rap etc..) Avi (Ah Vee) is the bass, he left the group in 2017 (under the best, most amicable circumstances, he creates also solo music) Matt is the new bass since 2018, he has a different bass voice, but he’s absolutely amazing, has a perfect smooth singing voice and he is the most joyful individual ever, he’s a great addition to the group. The fans are called Pentaholics, and I am one!
Perfect comment! The best Pentaholic spokesperson! But I'm still the one with a PENTAHOLIC tattoo! Lolol!! Teasing!!! No, you summed that up perfectly!! 💜
@@melissacoviello2886 oooh!! Which one do you have??!! I got a red winter hat with the name on the front. It just doesn't really get cold enough very often where I live in central North Carolina to wear a warm hat! LOL!! I'm excited for you that you got your hat!!! 😃💜
Kevin the beatboxer dropped out of Yale where he was studying Pre-Med. He is also a classically trained Cellist. They found him on you tube doing what he did Cello Boxing. He also speaks fluent Mandarin.
Another great reaction as always! Pentatonix Bohemian Rhapsody is also amazing! Voice play and home free are both good too! I highly recommend the Oogie Boogie song for the first voice play reaction. Thank you so much!
If you want high energy, try their original "Sing" and their cover of "Can't Hold Us". To hear more of Kirstin and Mitch, try "Can You Feel the Love Tonight?".
Absolutely! “Sing” is a great PTX tune, and the video is beyond fun! I love that they include so many fan clips in the video, and the ton of fans at the end. Legendary!
I have listened to a lot of Pentatonix reaction videos (I always love seeing the moment when a person gets Mitch slapped). You are by far my favorite. Your reactions are so genuine. Keep it up. Your reactions make me almost as happy as hearing Pentatonix sing.
First, they always give you a little side smile, because they know precisely how good they are and how much they are about to absolutely blow your mind. Second, they did this without ANY special effects, auto tune, or instruments. Not only that, but they recorded and edited on an iPad in their closet and kitchen for like $400. Third, their is another video of them performing this live with nothing more than a couple microphones in a hotel conference room for a handful of VIP fans. They pride themselves on being able to perform all of their music live and completely acapella. Lastly, they actually won their first Grammy for this remix of several Daft Punk songs. I love your reactions, and that you finally fell down the Pentatonix rabbit hole with the rest of us Pentaholics. I could tell they had you hooked 10 seconds into the first video.
Your excitement is contagious even though I have heard this song hundred of times! Yes, they have 2 albums of original stuff. Check out: Sing, Love Again, Run to You, Can't Sleep Love, Happy Now, Coffee in Bed and That's Christmas to Me.
"That can not be his voice" 😀 I wanna get one Euro each time a reactor says that sentence, I'd have a lot of money right now! Your enthusiasm is fantastic to watch, I can't wait to go this journey further with you, awesome reaction! 😍
Wait till Mitch ( the guy with the high voice hits one of his really high notes) he is a counter tenor with a really clear voice...they are all amazing singers and are really incredible when they harmonize together...your'e rigt whe you said you have only scratched the surface, they have tons of covers for you to enjoy
I'll help you out. So you can wrap your head around it, in the video at 4:31 where they are all in separate boxes, they are, in order: Scott (white hair/eyebrows)-- Mitch (brown short hair) -- Kirstin (face makup/blue wig) -- Avi (moustache/goatee) -- Kevin (black eye visor). I hope you watched to the very end of the video when they saiy "HEY!" They are, from left to right: 1. Mitch Grassi (tenor lead and backing vocals) in the teal shirt with black stripes (back row) 2. Avi Kaplan (vocal bass, vocal percussion, bass lead and backing vocals) in the black button-up shirt wearing the hat (front row) 3. Scott Hoying (baritone lead and backing vocals) in the black V-neck shirt (back row) 4. Kevin Olusola (vocal percussion, beatboxing, backing vocals) in the brown collared shirt wearing a necklace (front row) 5. Kirstin Maldonado (soprano lead and backing vocals) in the black tank-top wearing earrings (also, the ONLY GIRL) In September 2017, Avi Kaplan, the group’s original bass, left the group amicably and was replaced by Matt Sallee (not pictured here). Pentatonix have won three Grammy Awards: they were the first a cappella act to win Best Arrangement, Instrumental or A Cappella, doing so in 2015 and 2016,[17] and Best Country Duo/Group Performance in 2017. So now you see them in makeup and costume and what they look like in real life. Those ARE their REAL VOICES, the singing style with voices ONLY, no instruments is called "a cappella", and they are all friends with 3 originally from Arlington, TX.
Um, they have done imagine dragons. . Just to let you know, PTX occasionally uses instruments. If they do, it's front and center. They do a lot of different genres. Rap, hip hop, Christmas, country, rock. Originals to blow your mind. If there's a Christmas song that you hate, check to see if PTX has a version. It's not Christmas without PTX and pentaholics listen to PTX Christmas music all year long. Enjoy the eargasms. Considering that you just got hit by the PTX 2x4.
Very well said! I love Christmas music but because I have been in choirs all my life there are certain songs that i struggle to enjoy because of overexposure... yet ptx has made versions that i adore of those songs. I think my fav Christmas song of theirs is their silent night in the church. It is so amazing and moving and i love all versions of silent night but theirs is beyond amazing.
The music was recorded in Avi's closet (he and Kevin were room-mates at the time) and the video was recorded in their kitchen. Total cost was apparently $400 and won them a Grammy for arrangment
I sorta wanna stick up my hand here and say, you gotta watch *Carol of the Bells* which is one of their really old ones but if you love Mitch's voice, you'll be staring the entire time wondering when he breathes :P
You are so much fun to watch!!! This old PTX fan is really enjoying watching you discovering them!! You love Mitch Grassi's voice? Check out their fan recorded live AHA Singapore, the Star Vista !!!
They are a family. They are so close it makes their harmony just all that better! Binge all their songs and become a pentaholic like so many of us are! 😊
Love how excited you get listening to them!😁 They do also a stunning rendition of the music from Star Wars! It’s live but it’ll blow your mind. But I’ll say again, you need to watch Mitch(the guy with the voice you like!) and Scott doing a fun & beautifully sung live version of the song “Defying Gravity”! You’ll know it by the bad green face paint and witches hat on Mitch..and the blonde wig on Scott.😆 But the vocals will literally blow your mind! It’s from Mitch & Scott’s side RUclips acct, Superfruit! Please check it out. You won’t be disappointed!😊
Their beatboxer. Kevin Olusola, is called "the human 808". He is immensely talented, and smart! He gave up a medical school program at Yale to join PTX. His solo work will drop your jaw. He uses a looper, makes an electric cello sound like a hard rock guitar, plays keyboard, and sings in multiple voices, making a song sound like a full band...all by himself. Check out his cover of "Down", by Marian Hill. Oh, and he speaks 5 languages, including Chinese. All 5 of them are unique, vastly talented, and genuinely nice people. This video was filmed in a closet in an apartment, and recorded in the kitchen of the same apartment when the venue they had booked fell through. It cost just over $400 to make. You can't go wrong with any of their vast catalog.
Bohemian Rhapsody, Sound of Silence, My Favorite Things, and Havana are some of my favorites also. Adore their original songs a lot too. Gotta love people getting Mitch slapped. You too can become a Pentaholic! New sub just for your reactions to them.
You gotta hear their cover of Camila Cabello's Havana. It's the first one they did with Matt Sallee after he joined the group replacing Avi Kaplan, and IMHO it is better than the original.
Dont worry about the pauses, your reaction/comments are great. And besides Sony (SME) is brutal with copyright blocking, so the pauses will help you anyway :)
This reaction made me tear up, this is one of my absolute favorite pentatonix songs and seeing your excitement brought me back to a much younger me watching this on my crappy smartphone in high school tearing up over this masterpiece. They absolutely kill it every single time 🥹
The smiling-when-possible part you noted is a signature part of their presence. They honestly enjoy time together, it seems. Notice that they actually can reproduce any of these audio tracks out on tour live.
Today is the 1st time I have EVER heard of YOU!! I am a ride or die Pentatonix fan from the first note they sung on The Sing-off. I got teary eyed just watching you feel what I felt every moment they sing. I just wanted to give you a hug because you look so moved and lost at the same time. You should know that recordings of them singing are NOTHING compared to them standing 5 feet in front of you singing without microphones. Life changing!!!!
It's 7 songs by Daft Punk, the French EDM duo (recently retired), put together in a DJ style mix. They did an original EDM song : Love Again. In terms of crazy/impossible, they did a version of Bohemian Rhapsody that was recommended by Brian May. Do you like Imagine Dragons? Try Radioactive. They got some help from a dancing violinist. Their Havana has excellent atmosphere so you just get sucked into the mood. Lots more. When Christmas comes around again, they have 4 or 5 albums of that. Some traditional, some modern, some originals. Just for fun and to get your mood jump started, their original "Sing!" is so much fun. Watch for the cameos.
I've lost count how many times I've watched this guys reactions. I haven't run across anyone else with such enthusiasm as his....it's priceless....the smile and excitement is infectious.
They are so amazing! You should definately check out their Sound of Silence and Bohemian Rhapsody next. But you can't go wrong with whatever song you choose to listen to!
I could listen to them all day (I often do) and watching you enjoy them is such a thrill! Can’t wait for your next one. I agree with you too: they always seem like they are having so much fun and it’s infectious!
You've stumbled upon the most diverse and musically interesting of the a capella groups. Their arrangements, their blend and their ability to upgrade songs are unmatched in the a capella community. If you like super low base or country versions of popular songs then check out the other groups (HF and VP)
I sincerely love PTX, and it’s more than their unparalleled vocal abilities. First, I like that they consider themselves a band whose ethos is to give their fans real (unprocessed) music from the studio and on stage. Then, no bad words or songs that offend anyone. Lastly, when thanking their fans from stage the frequently tear up. They are the embodiment of what’s good with humanity.
yes they have some amazing original stuff as well, but are best known for their covers: Love Again (older); Happy Now (2020 with new bass); Be My Eyes (2020 with Kirstie on lead)
Every time. Every single time. If there's a "first time" video, it ends like this. Utter amazement followed by rapturous joy. You can't help but fall in love with this group.
I watched and commented on your "Hallelujah" reaction two days ago, about how fun it was to watch your brain melt.....and you took it to another level with this one, and added a large amount of infectious joy! I loved it!! Now to complete the Newbie Trifecta, check out "Bohemian Rhapsody"....and get ready for massive brain melting! 😄
as someone who's loved them for like a decade at this point, it is DELIGHTFUL to watch your awe and delight. But yeah they sound exactly this good (and honestly better a lot of times) live, bc the five of them really and truly make all those noises all at once.
Love your enthusiasm! You mentioned Imagine Dragon - they have a cover of Radioactive, and this has Lindsay Sterling (violinist) and Kevin with beyonce.... no, not the singer! Yes, they have plenty of original work, which is incredibly good! Don't worry about the pausing - you need to to help stop being copyright struck. One of my favourite Mitch lead songs, is Carol of the Bells.... I know it's not Christmas, but if you like Mitch (and who doesn't!) it's a great one to watch.
I love watching first-time reactions to PTX! Welcome to the rabbit hole! They have several original songs so make sure to check out the whole catalogue!
If you loved Mitch Grassi’s voice check out his solo work under the name Messer. His ep is called Roses and is incredible. Very different from PTX. Not acapella. More EDM 80s techno. Hard to describe. Start with Angels Pray
They did a collaboration with Lindsey Stirling of Imagine Dragons Radioactive. Kevin the beat boxes also shows off his cello skills in that one. Great reaction!
There are groups you jump and cheer for, groups you dance to, and then there are the rare few, like Pentatonix, that you sit in stunned amazement and silent reverence.
I'm so glad you've enjoyed Pentatonix sound! This featured a medley of the band Daft Punk's biggest hits in a futuristic groove you can't possibly ignore. They started off in my country, USA, on an a cappella competition called "The Sing-Off"; they themselves being a collection of singers, musicians, & overall homebodies trying- no, succeeding in 'making it big'. I find it fun you thought of Imagination Dragons with this group because they did a cover of Imagination Dragons' song "Radioactive" & feature violin artist Lindsey Sterling in their video- a very apocalyptic take on the feature, plus you get to see some of Kevin's roots (he was your beatbox extraordinaire) in sound AND cello! I know they have done some original work, mostly on their separately released albums, though their unique approach to 'remixing a cappella' is enough to be original in my book, so take that as you will. Another couple of recommendations I would suggest are: "Video Killed the Radio Star" which they performed on the competition The Sing-Off, which really planted them on the map of creative minds... & their take on "Somebody That I Used To Know"- a more direct approach to their covers & the versatility shown in each of their members. Side fact: first time viewer, will not be the last- I love seeing your excitement. Point blank, a first reaction never gets old & it doesn't matter how soon or late something comes out; when it's this good, it's timeless.
I love your reaction to PTX! Yes! You need to go all the way down the PTX rabbit hole. They have some amazing originals too. I just subscribed for the PTX reactions
Your joy in discovering Pentatonix is infectious and so wonderful to watch as a long time Pentaholic.
I can't wait to see his first reaction to an Avi or Matt bass drop
Definitely! 💯💕
Thank you!
I still can't believe what I'm hearing when I listen to them! Doesn't seem real ❤️
Welcome to the rabbit hole that is Pentatonix!
Sound of Silence (with new bass member)…PREPARE TO BE BLOWN-AWAY….AGAIN.
They made this video in Avi and Kevin's apartment for $400.00, and won their first Grammy for it.
So you're saying avi and Kevin live together 🤔?
They won their first Grammy with this song. The Grammys had to create a category so they could be nominated. They then included an acapella category.
It cost $400 to do the video in Avi’s (bass) kitchen.
it cost more than that in total (the mixing and video editing was alot more), but in terms of contacts, makeup, wigs, outfits, lights, smoke, etc..yeah that was 400. Still hugely impressive
I am quoting what Scott said when the group accepted the Grammy for this song.
I know, they talk about it in another interview, that's what the $400 was for. It's not the whole cost of making the video is what I was clarifying
@@N_F414 No matter how much it turned out to be in total, GREATEST investment in music ever! Accounting for inflation, it is still likely one of the greatest returns ever for money spent in the history of the Grammy Awards.
It's not the editing, they actually sing it like that live, with all the the cuts and "scratches" in the audio, it's absolutely amazing!!!
I think the best way to sum this up... mind blowing!
check out Kevin Osula (there beat boxer) he does "celloboxing". again...will blow your mind.
Wait until you get to "Imagine "! It is beyond magical.
Yup, $400 and filmed in a closet and kitchen I believe=Pentatonix Daft Punk ❤️
You'll keep discovering little things the more times you watch this. It's so complicated and fun. Welcome to the PTX rabbit hole.
Something else mind blowing is The Wizard of Ahhhs, by Todrick Hall featuring Pentatonix, if you like the movie, you will love this ❤️
Impossible not to fall in love with Kirsty's "half smile," "side smile." Bohemian Rhapsody is their next big blockbuster.
I've been low key in love with her since my first viewing
I adore her asymmetric smile. Reminds me a bit of Natalie Dormer in that regard. It's very attractive.
It's been reported that she hated what she considered a "deformity"
I agree with with you, it's adorable and soo beautiful.
@@ChuckFickens1972 From what I’ve heard, her side smirk is mostly involuntary and can possibly mess up your singing technique by moving her mouth into an unnatural position for singing. That may be partially why she wants it removed, even though I also think it’s super cute
she's a dime
If you really want your mind blown, check out their version of "Bohemian Rhapsody"!
I totally agree!
Me too
Yup!
Agree!!!!!
I love that it is Brian May "approved"😁🤩
this one won them their first of multiple grammy awards..well deserved!!! Filmed this in their little apartment in like the closet and their phones i think..This group's talent is just beyond all... incredibly gifted both individually and together. their musical masterpieces are just heaven!
On an iPad, actually.
this arrangement is SO insane, no wonder it won them their first Grammy, they are unmatched in music today
They did a cover of Imagine Dragons' Radioactive with Linsey Stirling playing violin and Kevin playing cello while beatboxing. He calls it cello-boxing.
Cello-boxing yeeesss!
I just saw this reaction and heard him talking about Imagine Dragons, so I was going to suggest "Radioactive." Love their version of that with Linsey Stirling.
Also check out another one with Lindsay Stirling with their version of "Over the River". She plays her violin and Kevin does his cello boxing. It's great.
Ah I love Linsey Sterling!!! Definitely checking that out! ❤️
That one is SO good.
I found this video while missing my little brother. I now feel a bit better because of you. Thanks, man. For real, thank you.
Bohemian Rhapsody sounds like a good one for you to react to next. It has Mitch in the lead and Its just jaw dropping how they were able to cover the entire song.
Definitely the next one!
Yes that’s a must!
@@GOTGames please do! You won’t be disappointed!
Your giddy-ness is EVERYTHING. I feel like I still get like this when they release new stuff and I’ve been a fan since the beginning. 10 years later they are still finding new ways to leave us with that same feeling. Can’t wait to see more PTX mind melts from you 😂
True story. I've been watching them since episode 1 of The Sing Off season 3. And I knew they were winning by episode 3 or 4 I think.
Yesssssss
There are three top a cappella groups in the reactors' world - Pentatonix is one of them. The others are Home Free and Voiceplay. They all have their own style and are great in different ways. Please add the other two groups to your list (not to rank or compare them, but enjoy all three). Really enjoyed your enthusiasm for the discovery, we'll enjoy following the journey. For a more traditional singing style and larger group, Voctave does excellent work too. They have all been lifelines to many of us through the past couple of years.
Don't forget voctave
Yes to this and all 3. They have indeed been a lifeline haven't they?
Why stop at 3 Say 20. Since the difference between Pentatonix and the second is bigger than the difference between the 2nd and the 20th. Sorry but Pentatonix are in a class of their own. No disrespect. I'm not talking about quality since that's subjective and if you like Homefree and Voiceplay in the same way i totally understand and respect that. But international stars and small bands can't be put in a top 3 as if they somehow rank close to each other.
You don’t have to choose between them. Some try to and it is not fair. They are all in a separate group.
@@patty3188 i haven't heard of them. i have heard of the others
My bad - I forgot to highlight that another of the Grammys they won was "Jolene" in which they performed with the legendary Dolly Parton. Needless to say, the Grammy was well deserved!
In the Jolene performance, what you see and hear is a single take without any production trickery applied. Other than rehearsals, it looks like it really was the one and only 'live' take.
Yes they have some awesome originals as well.. Coffee In Bed, Happy Now, Can’t Sleep Love and Sing are all amazing but you honestly can’t go wrong with them original or cover.. new sub 💖
And "Love again"...
They rearrange the covers (into 3-5 voices) so much that they own them. It's never just PTX trying to sound like the original. How boring :)
Be my eyes is awesome too!!
and "Run to You"
Don't forget "Thank You".
I'm 67 yrs old and still discovering new music. I love the joy you have in music!!
Speaking of 'Imagine Dragons' check out PTX's cover of 'Radioactive'. Features Lindsay Stirling on violin and Kevin Olusola playing cello in addition to beatboxing (WHILE beatboxing)
Oh yeah?? Ah definitely!
@@GOTGames check out some of Kevins solo work as well, beatbox, singing drums and cello while operating a couple of loop machines
@@neil2742 Yes. Absolutely. Kevin is arguably the most musically talented in this group of amazing and talented people. His KOver of 'Down' is a rollercoaster you'll never forget.
I love seeing people discover Pentatonix for the first time. You asked about their originals. One of my favorites is "Love Again" They've also got some really cool looks in that video. Someone else mentioned "Sing." That's excellent too.
Pentatonix has 10 years of songs for you to explore and I can confidently say that you can pick any song and it'll be great. They're probably best known for their seven Christmas albums, with originals and creative takes on standard holiday songs. They also do covers of pop songs from a variety of decades and styles, from 40's swing to Motown to K-pop, and "Evolutions" and medleys that combine dozens of songs into a 4-minute track. They also have two albums of original songs, with all group members contributing songs in their own style. And most of the group members have side projects and albums.
Sounds like this is going to be a really fun rabbit hole to explore!! ❤️
@@GOTGames You are going to be so, so, so blown away.
Yes, they do have originals. Sing, Love Again, Light in the Hallway, Can't Sleep Love, just to name a few... You should look into where they got their start, on a show called the Sing Off. It was an a capella competition. Nick LeShay was the host. Check out Pentatonix ,Sing Off Season 3.
One of the hardest working groups in music, they even managed to put out an album and videos during the pandemic.😊 When on tour they sell out events and people have said they are better live.
Ah so amazing!
10 years old and my one of my favorite videos all time... I'm 49... no joke... Crazy!
I can't wait to see you react to them doing John Lennon's "Imagine", then "Mad World, Sing, Amazing Grace" and Oh so many others. You have only scratched the surface. Enjoy!
This was their first music video! They recorded the song and the video on Kevin and Avi's apartment. They spent $400 on the video and they won a Grammy!
If you want to see Mitch's range, check out PTX doing A Ha live at the Star Vista in Singapore (Avi blew out the speakers with an "omfg how low is that???" note at the beginning, then Mitch proceeds to go completely off the chain. It's from a fan's phone, and they're an absolute legend for getting this once in a lifetime performance and uploading it!
There's also Superfruit, which is Mitch's and Scott's side project. Their cover of Defying Gravity from the musical Wicked is just crazy (and shows off Scott's higher range too!). And with Superfruit, you always have to watch to the end, because there's bloopers (if you want to see them be complete goofballs, the Yoga Challenge video is just off the charts hilarity and Mitch over sharing a wee bit). They also have original songs, that are so much fun!
You gotta watch some of the live performaces too. There's a private live performance of this that is amazing.
If you like Mitch, Carol of Bells is known as the song where Mitch doesn't breath. Aha! Live at star vista Singapore is another good of Mitch.
Some other great music videos are Bohemian Rhapsody, Sound of Silence, Mad World, Imagine.
What you should really do is watch all of their Sing Off performances from 10 years ago when they first got together. Every one of them is Live and shows how talented they were in the very beginning.
You acted like a little boy who just opened every Christmas present and got every single thing you asked Santa for and I am LIVING for your reactions 🥰
"Pentatonix-Aha!, Singapore, star vista" is one of my favorites. It's fancam but Mitch (and the whole group of course) is incredible there. Also telephone from star vista is amazing!
It's only fair to warn you that this video is often called the "Where's Kevin" video. He is off stage through the intro, but comes in about the time Avi starts the main song, but you never see him... the fan that filmed this video was focused on Mitch and Avi so you never see the other end of the stage.
They are even more perfect Live in Concert. Best show I've even been to EVER!
Anything they do is amazing. They cover hymns, Christmas music, rap, pop, you name it. Try The Ceiling Can’t Hold Us, Havana, Say Something. Their originals like Coffee In Bed, Run To You, Happy Now are awesome. You can’t miss because they never miss.
Can't wait to explore them all!
They actually got their first Grammy for this arrangement in the category “Best Arrangement, Instrumental or A Cappella”.
I was lucky and blessed enough to see them live in Seattle 3 times shortly after they won the Sing-Off. They are even better live. Absolutely AMAZING. Every single one of them, but my favorites are Avi and Kevin. I just love bass and percussion. I absolutely LOVE and adore your reaction to one of my absolute favorite bands. Sending love to you and your family from Germany. ❤
To perfect this sound, Mitch and Kirstie admitted in an interview that they have many, many days that are 12+ hours long. That was a huge factor in their choice of a bass to replace Avi. They needed someone who was familiar with acapella, and the amount of work that sound takes. Matt Sallee had just graduated with his degree in vocal performance from the Berkelee College of Music in Boston. He had years experience with acapella. And he’s done great since he joined the group in late 2017. And by the way, they made this video in a kitchen closet for $400!
I also just discovered this group only a few days ago and I have basically drowned myself in their music ever since ! I LOVE THEM !!!
Please react to them singing The Sound of Silence by Simon & Garfunkel next. It is beyond words ❤
OMG I CAN’T BELIEVE I STILL REMEMBER THE LYRICS OF THIS MASHUP ITS BEEN A READY 8 YEARS 😭😭 MITCH HAS A REALLY UNIQUE VOICE 💜💜 YOU REALLY NEED TO CHECK THEIR MEDLEYS AND EVOLUTION OF ARTISTS . AS USUAL I LOVE YOUR REACTIONS 💜💜💜
Can't wait to check out more!! Ah excited! ❤️
Sound of silence. Mad world. 90s Dance Medley are 3 of my faves, since you already saw Hallelujah.
And oldie but goodie. They're so good at making those medleys. 🔥🔥🔥
They won 3 Grammy's and is nominated foe the 4th time this years Grammy's....Check out 'The Prayer" and "Amazing Grace" Super good
Mitch is the guy with the very high voice, you’ll continue to be amazed by him (all of them, but especially him), Scott is the tall blonde, baritone. Kirstie is the girl (that’s how she used to refer to herself, she’s a lot more than that obviously) she’s the soprano. Kevin is the amazing beat boxer (arguably the most talented, he can cello box, sing, play drums, piano, rap etc..) Avi (Ah Vee) is the bass, he left the group in 2017 (under the best, most amicable circumstances, he creates also solo music) Matt is the new bass since 2018, he has a different bass voice, but he’s absolutely amazing, has a perfect smooth singing voice and he is the most joyful individual ever, he’s a great addition to the group. The fans are called Pentaholics, and I am one!
Good summary, Melissa.
Me too 😁
Perfect comment! The best Pentaholic spokesperson! But I'm still the one with a PENTAHOLIC tattoo! Lolol!! Teasing!!! No, you summed that up perfectly!! 💜
@@beverlykrebs4372 I don’t have a pentaholic tattoo, but I was lucky enough to get a hat (it just arrived).
@@melissacoviello2886 oooh!! Which one do you have??!! I got a red winter hat with the name on the front. It just doesn't really get cold enough very often where I live in central North Carolina to wear a warm hat! LOL!! I'm excited for you that you got your hat!!! 😃💜
Kevin the beatboxer dropped out of Yale where he was studying Pre-Med. He is also a classically trained Cellist. They found him on you tube doing what he did Cello Boxing. He also speaks fluent Mandarin.
Another great reaction as always! Pentatonix Bohemian Rhapsody is also amazing!
Voice play and home free are both good too!
I highly recommend the Oogie Boogie song for the first voice play reaction. Thank you so much!
Always hypnotized by the beat-boxer. Like, I sit here and TRY to match the sounds I'm hearing to what his mouth is doing.
If you want high energy, try their original "Sing" and their cover of "Can't Hold Us".
To hear more of Kirstin and Mitch, try "Can You Feel the Love Tonight?".
This!! ⬆️
@@heidi_d if you want more high pitch mitch-The Prayer... ruclips.net/video/wnvzwAPqniU/видео.html
Absolutely! “Sing” is a great PTX tune, and the video is beyond fun! I love that they include so many fan clips in the video, and the ton of fans at the end. Legendary!
I have listened to a lot of Pentatonix reaction videos (I always love seeing the moment when a person gets Mitch slapped). You are by far my favorite. Your reactions are so genuine. Keep it up. Your reactions make me almost as happy as hearing Pentatonix sing.
Their take on Bohemian Rhapsody is amazing! If you want to have a teardrop of pure joy though, react to their version of "The Prayer". It's SO good!
Agree on this!
First, they always give you a little side smile, because they know precisely how good they are and how much they are about to absolutely blow your mind. Second, they did this without ANY special effects, auto tune, or instruments. Not only that, but they recorded and edited on an iPad in their closet and kitchen for like $400. Third, their is another video of them performing this live with nothing more than a couple microphones in a hotel conference room for a handful of VIP fans. They pride themselves on being able to perform all of their music live and completely acapella. Lastly, they actually won their first Grammy for this remix of several Daft Punk songs. I love your reactions, and that you finally fell down the Pentatonix rabbit hole with the rest of us Pentaholics. I could tell they had you hooked 10 seconds into the first video.
Your excitement is contagious even though I have heard this song hundred of times! Yes, they have 2 albums of original stuff. Check out: Sing, Love Again, Run to You, Can't Sleep Love, Happy Now, Coffee in Bed and That's Christmas to Me.
"That can not be his voice" 😀 I wanna get one Euro each time a reactor says that sentence, I'd have a lot of money right now! Your enthusiasm is fantastic to watch, I can't wait to go this journey further with you, awesome reaction! 😍
Wait till Mitch ( the guy with the high voice hits one of his really high notes) he is a counter tenor with a really clear voice...they are all amazing singers and are really incredible when they harmonize together...your'e rigt whe you said you have only scratched the surface, they have tons of covers for you to enjoy
I'll help you out.
So you can wrap your head around it, in the video at 4:31 where they are all in separate boxes, they are, in order:
Scott (white hair/eyebrows)-- Mitch (brown short hair) -- Kirstin (face makup/blue wig) -- Avi (moustache/goatee) -- Kevin (black eye visor).
I hope you watched to the very end of the video when they saiy "HEY!" They are, from left to right:
1. Mitch Grassi (tenor lead and backing vocals) in the teal shirt with black stripes (back row)
2. Avi Kaplan (vocal bass, vocal percussion, bass lead and backing vocals) in the black button-up shirt wearing the hat (front row)
3. Scott Hoying (baritone lead and backing vocals) in the black V-neck shirt (back row)
4. Kevin Olusola (vocal percussion, beatboxing, backing vocals) in the brown collared shirt wearing a necklace (front row)
5. Kirstin Maldonado (soprano lead and backing vocals) in the black tank-top wearing earrings (also, the ONLY GIRL)
In September 2017, Avi Kaplan, the group’s original bass, left the group amicably and was replaced by Matt Sallee (not pictured here).
Pentatonix have won three Grammy Awards: they were the first a cappella act to win Best Arrangement, Instrumental or A Cappella, doing so in 2015 and 2016,[17] and Best Country Duo/Group Performance in 2017.
So now you see them in makeup and costume and what they look like in real life. Those ARE their REAL VOICES, the singing style with voices ONLY, no instruments is called "a cappella", and they are all friends with 3 originally from Arlington, TX.
Um, they have done imagine dragons. .
Just to let you know, PTX occasionally uses instruments. If they do, it's front and center. They do a lot of different genres. Rap, hip hop, Christmas, country, rock. Originals to blow your mind. If there's a Christmas song that you hate, check to see if PTX has a version. It's not Christmas without PTX and pentaholics listen to PTX Christmas music all year long. Enjoy the eargasms. Considering that you just got hit by the PTX 2x4.
Very well said! I love Christmas music but because I have been in choirs all my life there are certain songs that i struggle to enjoy because of overexposure... yet ptx has made versions that i adore of those songs. I think my fav Christmas song of theirs is their silent night in the church. It is so amazing and moving and i love all versions of silent night but theirs is beyond amazing.
Watching someone discover Pentatonix for the first time is such a treasure.
The music was recorded in Avi's closet (he and Kevin were room-mates at the time) and the video was recorded in their kitchen. Total cost was apparently $400 and won them a Grammy for arrangment
This is what I came here to say! So impressive.
Oh the first grammy video 🥰 love love love, the did everything, from shooting it in a closet with a ring light and editing in the kitchen
I love it when people discover them you can’t go wrong with any of there stuff Plus there Christmas music is the only Christmas music I listen too
I used to hate Little Drummer Boy with a passion until they did it. Now it’s on a loop every December 😂
He is the kind of joy that you want at literally like every event, absolutely pure and makes everyone smile too 😇
I sorta wanna stick up my hand here and say, you gotta watch *Carol of the Bells* which is one of their really old ones but if you love Mitch's voice, you'll be staring the entire time wondering when he breathes :P
Watching you react, brings back the joy of hearing this for the first time again.
One of their original creations that have a similar vibe is “Love Again.” You will be blown away as well. Your next should be Bohemian Rhapsody.
Yes! I was going to comment this one but I saw yours, I second this!
One of my favourites of their originals. Check it out for sure!
Yes Love Again is great! One of my faves as well! Love Mitch in that one Love Love Love!
I absolutely love Love Again. Kevin and Avi composed and wrote it.
i highly recommend "the prayer". BEAUTIFUL!!!
You are so much fun to watch!!! This old PTX fan is really enjoying watching you discovering them!! You love Mitch Grassi's voice? Check out their fan recorded live AHA Singapore, the Star Vista !!!
I can't wait for him to do aha Singapore lololololollolol
He's not ready.....
@Daniel Carter I agree, he's not ready!
They are a family. They are so close it makes their harmony just all that better! Binge all their songs and become a pentaholic like so many of us are! 😊
Love how excited you get listening to them!😁 They do also a stunning rendition of the music from Star Wars! It’s live but it’ll blow your mind.
But I’ll say again, you need to watch Mitch(the guy with the voice you like!) and Scott doing a fun & beautifully sung live version of the song “Defying Gravity”! You’ll know it by the bad green face paint and witches hat on Mitch..and the blonde wig on Scott.😆 But the vocals will literally blow your mind! It’s from Mitch & Scott’s side RUclips acct, Superfruit! Please check it out. You won’t be disappointed!😊
Also, if you do check out Superfruit, be sure to watch through the credits. There are often bloopers at the end that are worth their weight in gold.
You need to continue watching their videos you will never stop being amazed. It gets better and better with them.
Their beatboxer. Kevin Olusola, is called "the human 808". He is immensely talented, and smart! He gave up a medical school program at Yale to join PTX. His solo work will drop your jaw. He uses a looper, makes an electric cello sound like a hard rock guitar, plays keyboard, and sings in multiple voices, making a song sound like a full band...all by himself. Check out his cover of "Down", by Marian Hill. Oh, and he speaks 5 languages, including Chinese.
All 5 of them are unique, vastly talented, and genuinely nice people.
This video was filmed in a closet in an apartment, and recorded in the kitchen of the same apartment when the venue they had booked fell through. It cost just over $400 to make.
You can't go wrong with any of their vast catalog.
It was recorded in the closet and filmed in the kitchen, but yeah... what you said.
@@gingerjohnson1095 Whups! Thanks for setting the record straight.
You are so going to enjoy exploring Pentatonix!!! And we can enjoy watching your reactions!!
Bohemian Rhapsody, Sound of Silence, My Favorite Things, and Havana are some of my favorites also. Adore their original songs a lot too. Gotta love people getting Mitch slapped. You too can become a Pentaholic! New sub just for your reactions to them.
You gotta hear their cover of Camila Cabello's Havana. It's the first one they did with Matt Sallee after he joined the group replacing Avi Kaplan, and IMHO it is better than the original.
@The Lone Ranger just my Personal opinion...but I think they're ALL better than the originals.
Pentaholic here in 2022🙋🏼♀️
Loovvee your genuine reaction! Keep ‘em coming!!
Welcome to the rabbit 🐇 hole ❤️🔥❤️🔥🥳🥳
Dont worry about the pauses, your reaction/comments are great. And besides Sony (SME) is brutal with copyright blocking, so the pauses will help you anyway :)
This reaction made me tear up, this is one of my absolute favorite pentatonix songs and seeing your excitement brought me back to a much younger me watching this on my crappy smartphone in high school tearing up over this masterpiece. They absolutely kill it every single time 🥹
The smiling-when-possible part you noted is a signature part of their presence. They honestly enjoy time together, it seems.
Notice that they actually can reproduce any of these audio tracks out on tour live.
Today is the 1st time I have EVER heard of YOU!! I am a ride or die Pentatonix fan from the first note they sung on The Sing-off. I got teary eyed just watching you feel what I felt every moment they sing. I just wanted to give you a hug because you look so moved and lost at the same time. You should know that recordings of them singing are NOTHING compared to them standing 5 feet in front of you singing without microphones. Life changing!!!!
It's 7 songs by Daft Punk, the French EDM duo (recently retired), put together in a DJ style mix.
They did an original EDM song : Love Again.
In terms of crazy/impossible, they did a version of Bohemian Rhapsody that was recommended by Brian May.
Do you like Imagine Dragons? Try Radioactive. They got some help from a dancing violinist.
Their Havana has excellent atmosphere so you just get sucked into the mood.
Lots more. When Christmas comes around again, they have 4 or 5 albums of that. Some traditional, some modern, some originals.
Just for fun and to get your mood jump started, their original "Sing!" is so much fun. Watch for the cameos.
Yes to all!
I've lost count how many times I've watched this guys reactions. I haven't run across anyone else with such enthusiasm as his....it's priceless....the smile and excitement is infectious.
They are so amazing! You should definately check out their Sound of Silence and Bohemian Rhapsody next. But you can't go wrong with whatever song you choose to listen to!
Dude! Your enthusiasm has ME misting up. I love your channel. Thank-you!
I could listen to them all day (I often do) and watching you enjoy them is such a thrill! Can’t wait for your next one. I agree with you too: they always seem like they are having so much fun and it’s infectious!
Some pentatonix originals: Can't Sleep Love (which I think cracked the top 40 in the USA), and Love Again, which is a personal fave.
You've stumbled upon the most diverse and musically interesting of the a capella groups. Their arrangements, their blend and their ability to upgrade songs are unmatched in the a capella community. If you like super low base or country versions of popular songs then check out the other groups (HF and VP)
I sincerely love PTX, and it’s more than their unparalleled vocal abilities.
First, I like that they consider themselves a band whose ethos is to give their fans real (unprocessed) music from the studio and on stage.
Then, no bad words or songs that offend anyone.
Lastly, when thanking their fans from stage the frequently tear up.
They are the embodiment of what’s good with humanity.
yes they have some amazing original stuff as well, but are best known for their covers: Love Again (older); Happy Now (2020 with new bass); Be My Eyes (2020 with Kirstie on lead)
Kate, I am also a long time Pentaholic! They have been absolutely amazing since their early days ❤️
Their rendition of Imagine is crazy good!
Every time. Every single time. If there's a "first time" video, it ends like this. Utter amazement followed by rapturous joy. You can't help but fall in love with this group.
Love the energy my guy. They won a Grammy for this gem. Can't miss with Pentatonix. I'll be back for the next video! Great job!
You’re my fave reactor in ages lol. They won a Grammy for this & then won 2 more. This rabbit hole is a joy x
I watched and commented on your "Hallelujah" reaction two days ago, about how fun it was to watch your brain melt.....and you took it to another level with this one, and added a large amount of infectious joy! I loved it!! Now to complete the Newbie Trifecta, check out "Bohemian Rhapsody"....and get ready for massive brain melting! 😄
It’s indeed awesome, they are doing a medley of multiple songs from the band “Daft Punk”
1st of 3 Grammys 🥰
as someone who's loved them for like a decade at this point, it is DELIGHTFUL to watch your awe and delight. But yeah they sound exactly this good (and honestly better a lot of times) live, bc the five of them really and truly make all those noises all at once.
Great reaction! Check out The sound of silence, Can you feel the love tonight, Amazing grace, Mad world...all of them! Welcome to PTX world!😊
I lost count of the times I came to watch each of your reactions of Pentatonix. Over and over. Hugs dear man.
Love your enthusiasm! You mentioned Imagine Dragon - they have a cover of Radioactive, and this has Lindsay Sterling (violinist) and Kevin with beyonce.... no, not the singer! Yes, they have plenty of original work, which is incredibly good! Don't worry about the pausing - you need to to help stop being copyright struck. One of my favourite Mitch lead songs, is Carol of the Bells.... I know it's not Christmas, but if you like Mitch (and who doesn't!) it's a great one to watch.
I love watching first-time reactions to PTX! Welcome to the rabbit hole!
They have several original songs so make sure to check out the whole catalogue!
For originals, check out "Run to you". It's on my "listen to every week" list.
Great reaction, you already a Pentaholic 😄 go down the rabbit hole, you wont be dissapointed.. There is soooooo much more to come ❤
If you loved Mitch Grassi’s voice check out his solo work under the name Messer. His ep is called Roses and is incredible. Very different from PTX. Not acapella. More EDM 80s techno. Hard to describe. Start with Angels Pray
Watching you react to the Pentatonix videos is making my day!!
They did a collaboration with Lindsey Stirling of Imagine Dragons Radioactive. Kevin the beat boxes also shows off his cello skills in that one. Great reaction!
There are groups you jump and cheer for, groups you dance to, and then there are the rare few, like Pentatonix, that you sit in stunned amazement and silent reverence.
I'm so glad you've enjoyed Pentatonix sound! This featured a medley of the band Daft Punk's biggest hits in a futuristic groove you can't possibly ignore. They started off in my country, USA, on an a cappella competition called "The Sing-Off"; they themselves being a collection of singers, musicians, & overall homebodies trying- no, succeeding in 'making it big'. I find it fun you thought of Imagination Dragons with this group because they did a cover of Imagination Dragons' song "Radioactive" & feature violin artist Lindsey Sterling in their video- a very apocalyptic take on the feature, plus you get to see some of Kevin's roots (he was your beatbox extraordinaire) in sound AND cello!
I know they have done some original work, mostly on their separately released albums, though their unique approach to 'remixing a cappella' is enough to be original in my book, so take that as you will. Another couple of recommendations I would suggest are: "Video Killed the Radio Star" which they performed on the competition The Sing-Off, which really planted them on the map of creative minds... & their take on "Somebody That I Used To Know"- a more direct approach to their covers & the versatility shown in each of their members.
Side fact: first time viewer, will not be the last- I love seeing your excitement. Point blank, a first reaction never gets old & it doesn't matter how soon or late something comes out; when it's this good, it's timeless.
I love your reaction to PTX! Yes! You need to go all the way down the PTX rabbit hole. They have some amazing originals too. I just subscribed for the PTX reactions