I can’t remember where I heard this, but Simon & Garfunkel’s version is a warning, Disturb’s version is anger that the warnings weren’t heeded and Pentatonix is giving us hope again.
Be aware. PTX was founded in 2011, when they auditioned for and won NBC’s “The Sing-Off” for acapella groups. Scott Hoying, Mitch Grassi and Kirstin Maldonado were childhood friends. They found Kevin Olusola on RUclips-where he was beatboxing and playing the cello (what he calls ‘celloboxing’. They needed a bass and found Avi Kaplan through a friend. Avi stayed with them for six years, through them losing their recording contract-starting their RUclips channel-winning three Grammys (so far). His mom became ill, which made it tough for him to tour. He left in 2017, and helped PTX find his replacement, Matt Sallee (all the way to the left in this video, with a white jacket on). So if you look at videos prior to 2017, the bass was Avi. 2017-> present, the bass is Matt Sallee! Matt has been an amazing addition. And Avi is doing solo work, and is really happy. It’s all worked out really well.
I loved your reaction and I'm glad that you are going to watch all of Pentatonix. You could go back to the Sing Off where they started. A youtuber named mrduckbear11 has all of the videos. They're little baby Pentatonix but already amazing.
you can see the euphoria grow in your eyes as the song goes on. you are 100% correct - they know how to compose a song. you have earned yourself a new fan. love, love, love how you respond to music! ✌
Oh and if you want to hear another cover of theirs to a total classic, check "Imagine". I guarantee you, John Lennon is smiling down from the afterlife whenever that cover is played. It's perfection.
This is a masterclass in song arrangement. They bring the listener up, step by step, getting us emotionally involved in the song and the lyric, and fall off at the end (in just two measures or so), leaving the listener wanting more - still absorbing the emotional depth we've reached. In that way the song is complete, yet it lingers in our minds for a little while afterwards. (That refrain always haunts me for like 10 minutes afterwards it's so good, and then I usually listen to the song again lol.)
I think most people don't realise that you can get goosebumps on their goosebumps on their frigging goosebumps - until they start listening to PTX. 😁😄😅😆
Enjoying the lift lift lift and the drop with you. If you are in a roller coaster, it’s that click click click up to the top and that couple of seconds that you are suspended before the stomach disappearing, skin shivering, breath exploding screaming plunge down and then before you can recover you realize you are on to the next ascension....that is the artistic propulsion of their thrill ride called music. It is all consuming. Taking this ride with you, my insightful Fil....LOVE IT...be sure and lock the barrier bar down and buckle up! ❤️😳🤪😍❤️
Welcomed to the single prettiest sounding rabbit hole on RUclips. As someone who's been around since the Sing Off days, I always recommend going back to the foetus days - their incredible and rapid growth into what you're seeing now is there from minute one.
PTX has mastered the art of arranging their voices and strengths for maximum impact. You are exactly correct. They absolutely draw you in and drop you then cuddle you. Haha PTX is the best.
great reaction!!!! I have often said, that each singer in PTX, takes you by the hand, walks you up to the top of a cliff, and then when they get you there, the suddenly push you off, to only be caught by the next one, and up you go again. And you let them take you each time. So look forward to more of your PTX reactions,
I've heard two phrases that come up often about this group: eargasmic and the "wall of sound" they often create during certain songs. Whatever words are used, they are undeniable.
Welcome to the joy of us Pentaholics. We get happiness every time we hear them sing. Simon and Garfunkel would have enjoyed this tribute. Simply fantastic. Thank you for this reaction.
I'm a full blown Pentaholic... been following them since their Sing Off performances (recommend going back and watching those). I can remember the day this one was released and I watched for the first time... had a similar reaction, as anyone who knows music would. Look forward to more of your reactions to this amazing group of genius musicians.
Genius! This is great, and I loved your reaction! This group is way out there in Epic proportions! There new one is out too...Amazing Grace (My chains are gone) It will take you to Church!
Bruh...you are fkn amazing. I started on TOP reactions for my first video with you. You are so insightful and eloquent in the best form. Your thoughts and interpretations. Amazing and spot on
If you want to see them in the 'beginning' look up the sing off (TV show) - I love their version of 'The Dog Days Are Over' - you can see how good they were back then and how far they have come. It's an amazing journey and their back story from school to the TV show to LA to their most deserved success is a very uplifting story.
oooo I understand you perfectly, the same thing always happens to me, they flood me with goosebumps and then leaves me breathless ... it happens every time, and with every song
You described the lift perfectly!!! Took the way I always feel whenever I listen to them, and you put it right into words. I think the way that they compose everything and arrange all of their songs is so brilliant! I love love love it when they build and build and Kirstin is either close to last or last because for me she is just phenomenal, and it always gets more and more emotional, then she sings, and I'm dead... You should react to one of their most recent videos Amazing Grace...They do the same thing. I've watched it a hundred times and I've cried every time, it's that good...
Really do hope you go down the rabbit hole with Alice. It's an amazing adventure and a lot of songs. Hard to believe they only got together two days before the sing off they won. Best of luck on your adventure. I like many will be with you every step! Absolutely love the fact you're not afraid to show your emotions .Good job!
Nice definition of composition! One note: They are great at bringing it down just before going to the next level you so well describe..And you're right, few singers do it better than PTX...
I think you'd love Kevin Olusola's solo stuff. KO. Take a look at him doing 'Down' on his own with electric cello, and looping with beat boxing. It's stunning
Great reaction my friend... your right about that they build it up and then they let you down easy. I have watched this a ton of times and it never gets old. You might want to check out their new release ofAmazing Grace. Just stunning....Judy D
The world tour they are talking about was ended in March 2020 by covid-19. Everything after this video was done or completed while they were in quarantine in their homes... Home EP in June 2020, We Need a Little Christmas LP Nov 2020, Mad World single Oct 2020, Happy Now an original from LP scheduled to drop 2/12/21. I guess they were bored in quarantine. LOL
Oh, you need to listen to their cover of The Lion King song 'Can You Feel The Love Tonight' now! All the things you said about the way they build their songs up and up? That one is a masterclass in those skills!
You should definitely check out their performance of AhHa Live at the Star Vista. They also have quite a few original songs which are amazing too, my favs are Run To You, Love Again, Can’t Sleep Love, just to name a couple.
This,...THIS reaction gets my subscription to you! Thank you for doing this song. I was a teenager when Simon and Garfunkle released this. Still have the album.
The Sing Off episodes are great, especially 5, 10 and 12. New Roles X Are You that Somebody is amazing. Can't Hold Us is an earlier one that also super good.
Don't forget to check out their live television performances at the awards programs like the Ama's, CMA's, the billboard awards, Grammy's even a Kennedy center honor's performance for Tom Hanks😊
If you listen really carefully Kevin actually does a triple, or drum roll, at the beginning of every rhythm during the first part of the song. It’s hard to hear but really cool!
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I can’t remember where I heard this, but Simon & Garfunkel’s version is a warning, Disturb’s version is anger that the warnings weren’t heeded and Pentatonix is giving us hope again.
I love that!
Paul Simon actually came out and said that Pentatonix's rendition was best he has ever heard
I love that you’re going down the PTX rabbit hole, can’t wait to follow you down!
“Lift it, lift it, lift it...consistently lift it until you can’t barely breathe.” Well said.
Hallelujah and Imagine to get kicked in the chest!!
You are fun to watch. I believe you will really enjoy "Can You Feel the Love Tonight?"
I was just about to suggest this !!! Its such an awesome arrangement ! X
I’ve said it before, most powerful cover of a Disney song.. ANY Disney song.. I’ve ever heard.
@@justinperry13 Totally agree Justin !
All i can say is Eargasm, and chills
Yes please Go BACK to the Sing off, start their journey, even then they erre soooo goood STAN PTX for a better life 😉
I subscribe to all PTX reactors who watch their Sing Off performances.
Have to start at the beginning. If you start here you won't get the evolution of PTX. Pentatonix fans will get that one.
what does STAN mean?
Stan is an internet slang word that basically means being a very big fan of someone :) (I think the term originated from an Eminem song?)
@@ccx7004 Thanks for the info
"Guys, we're doing them all!"
You have a new sub.
Be aware. PTX was founded in 2011, when they auditioned for and won NBC’s “The Sing-Off” for acapella groups. Scott Hoying, Mitch Grassi and Kirstin Maldonado were childhood friends. They found Kevin Olusola on RUclips-where he was beatboxing and playing the cello (what he calls ‘celloboxing’. They needed a bass and found Avi Kaplan through a friend. Avi stayed with them for six years, through them losing their recording contract-starting their RUclips channel-winning three Grammys (so far). His mom became ill, which made it tough for him to tour. He left in 2017, and helped PTX find his replacement, Matt Sallee (all the way to the left in this video, with a white jacket on). So if you look at videos prior to 2017, the bass was Avi. 2017-> present, the bass is Matt Sallee! Matt has been an amazing addition. And Avi is doing solo work, and is really happy. It’s all worked out really well.
I loved your reaction and I'm glad that you are going to watch all of Pentatonix. You could go back to the Sing Off where they started. A youtuber named mrduckbear11 has all of the videos. They're little baby Pentatonix but already amazing.
Amazing Grace will punch you in the feels.
Among the dozens of reactors on RUclips, YOU are absolutely JOYFUL to watch!!
Thank you so much for saying.. This means the world to me ❤️❤️
If you're after suggestions - Imagine or Hallelujah (and the live version) would be awesome !
Aren’t they amazing?!?! They always change how they perform for each song. I think that’s why they’re able to make such an impact with every song.
They just released Amazing Grace. Check it out.
I agree, no one else does it this flawlessly.
you can see the euphoria grow in your eyes as the song goes on.
you are 100% correct - they know how to compose a song. you have earned yourself a new fan. love, love, love how you respond to music! ✌
Thanks so much . Really appreciate the love and support ☺️❤️
I swear, Mitch is the only man I've ever seen who's able to rock a mullet and not look like an idiot. Legend.
Oh and if you want to hear another cover of theirs to a total classic, check "Imagine". I guarantee you, John Lennon is smiling down from the afterlife whenever that cover is played. It's perfection.
I’ve gotten hip to the mullet now. Some people can pull it off really well. It’s coming back lol
My shivers have goosebumps on them. I love this version and their arrangement is amazing.
This is a masterclass in song arrangement. They bring the listener up, step by step, getting us emotionally involved in the song and the lyric, and fall off at the end (in just two measures or so), leaving the listener wanting more - still absorbing the emotional depth we've reached. In that way the song is complete, yet it lingers in our minds for a little while afterwards. (That refrain always haunts me for like 10 minutes afterwards it's so good, and then I usually listen to the song again lol.)
Can't wait to see you do Pentatonix Imagine. It's breathtaking. ♡ #FableSquad
I think most people don't realise that you can get goosebumps on their goosebumps on their frigging goosebumps - until they start listening to PTX. 😁😄😅😆
They put all their feelings and and emotions out their every time!
Looking forward to more of your reactions. They’ve just released a new song Amazing Grace. It’s up there with the best. 😍♥️🇬🇧
Enjoying the lift lift lift and the drop with you. If you are in a roller coaster, it’s that click click click up to the top and that couple of seconds that you are suspended before the stomach disappearing, skin shivering, breath exploding screaming plunge down and then before you can recover you realize you are on to the next ascension....that is the artistic propulsion of their thrill ride called music. It is all consuming. Taking this ride with you, my insightful Fil....LOVE IT...be sure and lock the barrier bar down and buckle up! ❤️😳🤪😍❤️
Welcomed to the single prettiest sounding rabbit hole on RUclips. As someone who's been around since the Sing Off days, I always recommend going back to the foetus days - their incredible and rapid growth into what you're seeing now is there from minute one.
Great reaction 👍 have a fun journey with PTX!
Mitch's elocution is above beautiful!
Please react to their newest one "Amazing Grace"
PTX has mastered the art of arranging their voices and strengths for maximum impact. You are exactly correct. They absolutely draw you in and drop you then cuddle you. Haha PTX is the best.
Wait until you do Hallelujah. Talk about getting punched in the chest. Whenever she comes in as the lead, I always tear up a little.
Wahoo! Lets do it all! You're just scratching the surface my man.
Right?!? I love reactors that dive in headfirst and really enjoy it.
Pentatonix is like a drug, I want more and more. I want to see what they can do to a song to upgrade it. Thanks for the reaction Fable
great reaction!!!! I have often said, that each singer in PTX, takes you by the hand, walks you up to the top of a cliff, and then when they get you there, the suddenly push you off, to only be caught by the next one, and up you go again. And you let them take you each time. So look forward to more of your PTX reactions,
I've heard two phrases that come up often about this group: eargasmic and the "wall of sound" they often create during certain songs. Whatever words are used, they are undeniable.
I thought you were going to fall out of your chair🤣😂🤣 Thank you for your enthusiasm for our beloved Pentatonix. Enjoy your journey.
They just dropped Amazing Grace! It really is Amazing! 💕
Welcome to the joy of us Pentaholics. We get happiness every time we hear them sing. Simon and Garfunkel would have enjoyed this tribute. Simply fantastic. Thank you for this reaction.
Released by Simon and Garfunkel in 1965, and still hits the heart so strong
Love this and your reaction. You can do whatever PTX song you want. There is not a single one that I don't love!
Omg I love this song!!! It moves me to tears of joy!!
This is my favorite reaction to this song ever. I feel you. I love how much you love it. I feel it with you.
I'm a full blown Pentaholic... been following them since their Sing Off performances (recommend going back and watching those). I can remember the day this one was released and I watched for the first time... had a similar reaction, as anyone who knows music would. Look forward to more of your reactions to this amazing group of genius musicians.
We are here for your trip down the rabbit hole. It's well worth it! Love your reaction as always.
Genius! This is great, and I loved your reaction! This group is way out there in Epic proportions! There new one is out too...Amazing Grace (My chains are gone) It will take you to Church!
My favorite Pentatonix song is Mary Did You Know......so good!
Bruh...you are fkn amazing. I started on TOP reactions for my first video with you. You are so insightful and eloquent in the best form. Your thoughts and interpretations. Amazing and spot on
If you want to see them in the 'beginning' look up the sing off (TV show) - I love their version of 'The Dog Days Are Over' - you can see how good they were back then and how far they have come. It's an amazing journey and their back story from school to the TV show to LA to their most deserved success is a very uplifting story.
If you want kicked in the chest, then you need to check out their cover of amazing grace which just dropped a few days ago
Your reactions are the best. Pentaholics can spot a true fan and you are definitely one.
I do believe you are my favorite reactor; I love seeing honesty coupled with sheer delight. You are a joy to watch!!👍👍
Hallelujah, gold, new rules, aha live in singapore, imagine, mad world, can’t hold us
What these people do with music, you do with your reactions! Love ya both!
Amazing grace
Great reaction! Actually, three in a row, what an awesome find as I try to gin up the energy to make it through the end of a tough week! Thank you :-)
IMAGINE and MARY DID YOU KNOW are phenomenal songs 🎵 😍 ❤
You cannot go wrong with any of their songs!!! Might as well give them perfect scores now, they're going to get them! Love your reactions!
Love the Pentatonix….love your reactions. I’m watChing all your PTX reactions back to back. Great fun!
Kevin is an amazing beatbox but he said sings very well too! Welcome to PTX! Watch Amazing Grace, Daft Funk, Mary did you know...
oooo I understand you perfectly, the same thing always happens to me, they flood me with goosebumps and then leaves me breathless ... it happens every time, and with every song
You described the lift perfectly!!! Took the way I always feel whenever I listen to them, and you put it right into words. I think the way that they compose everything and arrange all of their songs is so brilliant! I love love love it when they build and build and Kirstin is either close to last or last because for me she is just phenomenal, and it always gets more and more emotional, then she sings, and I'm dead... You should react to one of their most recent videos Amazing Grace...They do the same thing. I've watched it a hundred times and I've cried every time, it's that good...
Really do hope you go down the rabbit hole with Alice. It's an amazing adventure and a lot of songs. Hard to believe they only got together two days before the sing off they won. Best of luck on your adventure. I like many will be with you every step! Absolutely love the fact you're not afraid to show your emotions .Good job!
Masters of their craft!
It is a Joy to watch your reactions!
Nice definition of composition! One note: They are great at bringing it down just before going to the next level you so well describe..And you're right, few singers do it better than PTX...
Good choice. They turn any song to a master piece. Their voices together is a blessing to your ears. The vocals and armories is amazing.
I LOVE your excitement for music
They always leave you wanting more.
this song is just ominous they nailed it!
YOU HAD THE BEST REACTION!!!! THEY ARE UNBELIEVABLELY TALENTED. LOVE YOU💝🐧🐱
A really recommend gold from pentatonix! one of my favorite 😍
Love your breakdown of the build-up and the drawing people in. So apt. Love it.
Perfect....
I've heard this song over 100 times, and I STILL get chills.
OMG! I’m so glad you did this. I just heard it for the first time yesterday. It’s amazing and of course your reaction was the best!!
You have to here them sing, Bohemian Rhapsody. You will like how the get the guitar sound.
Loving your reaction and comments ALMOST as much as I'm loving PTX. Was really feeling that with you !!
I think you'd love Kevin Olusola's solo stuff. KO. Take a look at him doing 'Down' on his own with electric cello, and looping with beat boxing. It's stunning
Great reaction my friend... your right about that they build it up and then they let you down easy. I have watched this a ton of times and it never gets old. You might want to check out their new release ofAmazing Grace. Just stunning....Judy D
Lol! I love how excited you get Fil! They are awesome!
The world tour they are talking about was ended in March 2020 by covid-19. Everything after this video was done or completed while they were in quarantine in their homes... Home EP in June 2020, We Need a Little Christmas LP Nov 2020, Mad World single Oct 2020, Happy Now an original from LP scheduled to drop 2/12/21. I guess they were bored in quarantine. LOL
Light in the Hallway, Cracked, Aha (And then the version aha! Live in Singapore) the Lucky Ones, Water, Cheerleader and so many more to suggest!
You are going to be consistently amazed with everything they’ve done !!
I love your enthusiasm when reacting to PTX, and it is obvious to me it is sincere. You are doing a great job!!👍👍
Oh, you need to listen to their cover of The Lion King song 'Can You Feel The Love Tonight' now! All the things you said about the way they build their songs up and up? That one is a masterclass in those skills!
I love your explanations! 💖 You would surely enjoy all their Evolution -Videos! Greetings from Germany!
They are pure talent.. they Amazing in all they do..10's..!!
You should definitely check out their performance of AhHa Live at the Star Vista. They also have quite a few original songs which are amazing too, my favs are Run To You, Love Again, Can’t Sleep Love, just to name a couple.
I've seen this group in person, and if you want goosebumps, SEE THEM LIVE !! OMG !!!!!
Yes, PTX grabs you right from the start! Such unique and beautiful music!! Thanks for your great reactions to them!
OMG! 🤣 I like it every time when he reacts. 😆
Another Pentaholic here. LOVE your reactions! I just found you and am so looking forward to all of your PTX reaction!
This,...THIS reaction gets my subscription to you! Thank you for doing this song. I was a teenager when Simon and Garfunkle released this. Still have the album.
The Sing Off episodes are great, especially 5, 10 and 12. New Roles X Are You that Somebody is amazing. Can't Hold Us is an earlier one that also super good.
I enjoyed your reaction. I love watching people appreciate the awesomeness of Pentatonix. I look forward to more PTX reactions. Subscribed.
Words I’ve wanted to hear! Gonna go down that rabbit hole of PTX! Just subscribed!!! I want to go with!! Can’t wait for more reactions!!! 👏🏽👏🏽
your reaction made me smile! Their version of this is stellar!
Don't forget to check out their live television performances at the awards programs like the Ama's, CMA's, the billboard awards, Grammy's even a Kennedy center honor's performance for Tom Hanks😊
If you listen really carefully Kevin actually does a triple, or drum roll, at the beginning of every rhythm during the first part of the song. It’s hard to hear but really cool!
You are sooo much fun to watch reacting to PTX.