Glad you enjoyed Pentatonix’s take on Bohemian Rhapsody :). Brian May (guitarist for Queen) watched this video, then went out onto his social media site and posted it with one simple word: “Enjoy” 😊. That is the ultimate tribute to Pentatonix’s performance of this Queen classic ❤
Ah, *that* explains it. Given that people always assume that it's necessary to the guitar sound I had wondered why they put it in there; now I know. Thanks, Daniel.
Mitch didn't cheat. He used the megaphone as a prop only. It's all his voice. In their live versions there is no megaphone and they get the same sound. I understand he just happened to see it on set and decided to use it. Great reaction.
Want to hear Mitch to see what he can do? Mitch and Scott have their own RUclips channel called Superfruit, check out "Defying Gravity"... GUARANTEED he will blow your mind!
You'll pick all of them, eventually, lol. Mitch has my heart because the tone of his voice just sort of vibrates my cells or something, but they all deserve to be somebody's favorite, and they aren't Pentatonix without all five. I say that, and yet Avi leaves to be replaced by Matt. It's different, but it's wonderful. He's carved out his own place within the group. It still needs all 5, though, to be PTX. That being said they all have solo work that you'll love, and Mitch and Scott do Sup3rfruit, too, which is just the two of them and is so, so, so good! Keep going!
Exactly! My "favorite" varies depending on which song... wait until he hears some of the songs that feature Kirstin! He'll have a new favorite. And KO kills it every time, so he's right up there too. The fact is, they're an amazing ensemble of five people, each of whom has the talent to be the lead/front for their own group, but they set aside their egos and go with the person whose voice best suits the song to pick the lead, and take on the background harmonies when they're not on lead with the same gusto as when they are.
Same for me. The clarity and cleanness and pure tone of Mitch's voice got me from the get go. I've been a fan since The Sing-Off, and the way they've grown into their mastery of all they do is so incredible.
Whenever I come across a reactor who is new to PENTATONIX I tell them to check out where they got their start, The Sing Off season 3. They were insanely talented even back then. Good energy to your reactions, welcome to the PENTATONIX adventure!
Kevin is mega talented. He plays the cello (Say Something, Shallow, Thank You & others) & has a drum set in his mouth. He also has a lovely tenor voice (Mary Did You Know, Say Something, Imagine, Amazing Grace). He also has a solo RUclips channel you should check out.
GUYS!!... Lol awe I love it when you say that.... The way you get excited about Scott is the way I get excited about you!!.... and your reaction videos obviously LOL!!.... I'm like " GUYS it's POPPA time!!" 🤩😍😘👌❤️🎵🎶
While the bass might be an "underdog" role there is no world in which Avi (Ah-vee) is underappreciated. If you want the underdog you should have stuck with Scott. But even that's just in terms self-declared fan favorites as Scott has, by far, the most solos and has his hands in everything. Maybe go with Matt who, even five years later, still has way too much "new guy" energy thrown his way by salty Avi fans.
Agree totally with all your observations. Our Avi was probably the original most favourite, since he arrived in the group with dedicated groupies. Remember all those "We Love Avi" signs at the Sing-Off? I tend to think of Scott as the core of Pentatonix. All the other members surround his solid foundation with their unique qualities, and without him we would never know the magic of PTX. Dear Matt has had big boots to fill. I find the group is more cohesive with Matt as bass, which probably bodes well for their longevity. Lucky us!
I think in terms of appreciation and favourites, most PTX fans go the same route in terms of finding one, then another, then another and as they get new favourites, the others kinda fall off a bit. On first listen to them, Scott is often identified as a quick favourite, but it's by design; Scott is by far the most pop sounding one of them all, and he can sing outside of the pop sounding voice (The Prayer is good evidence of that), but he uses it because it draws people in. After a couple songs, though, people pick up on Mitch and his vocal acrobatics, which often leads to him being the favourite. I think that the more people listen, the more appreciation they gain for the bass, whether it's Avi or Matt, and certainly for Kevin as they start to really listen to how well he carries the tracks. The one common thing I see, though, is Kirstie being kind of forgotten about in a lot of this stuff, and it's not a strange thing to happen when you look at the reasons. Whilst she shines on the tracks she takes the lead on (Say Something, Seasons of Love), she's far too often compared to Mitch who, whilst singing in a very similar range, has a voice type that projects more and so sounds higher. People think Mitch is literally just a "better" female voice than Kirstie is, and on the face of it, I see the logic. It takes someone who's really listened to PTX for a long time, throughout their growth, to see just how much Kirstie adds to the group. Her harmonising is second to none. Without her voice, many of the tracks that PTX do would sound much, much flatter. She can harmonise with Scott and Mitch almost effortlessly, and her ability allows the other members of the group to have their moment, and to shine brightly. She's actually my favourite of the group simply because of this (and the parts she plays in other songs, like the 90s Dance Medley - full Everytime We Touch cover when?!) It's also easy to have Scott kinda fall by the wayside a little bit on the journey, outside of things like The Prayer where he does something very different. His voice is kind of in the middle, and whilst his riffs are identifiable, it's easy to downplay his importance as just "anyone could do that" because he sings mostly in the baritone registers. The truth of it, though, is that Scott isn't just an incredibly gifted singer in that range. He takes over the bass lines, which is incredible, and has a high top end which allows him to get up to Mitch's mid-range, which is super difficult. But that's not the special bit about Scott. The way he drives songs is probably the most underrated part of what he brings. You only need listen to Love Me When I Don't. The first verse starts with Mitch and then is bridged to the chorus by Matt. No hate on Matt because he sings it incredibly well, but it doesn't build or drive to the chorus like it would if Scott did it. Super underrated ability right there.
You need to check out Avi as a solo artist, he is amazing! Very folk/americana style and so beautiful! Edit: And considering your love of Scott, check out his “I should tell your mama on you” cover!
Pentatonix is a very enjoyable rabbit hole to fall down! Mitch's use of the megaphone to imitate the guitar is just a prop for the video, people who've seen him perform the song in concert say he doesn't use it and sounds just the same. The Special Thanks people listed at the end of the video are their Patreon sponsors. Kirstin and Avi have the names most often mispronounced. Avi is pronounced AH-vee. Easy way to remember Kirstin's name, Kirstin/Kirstie rhymes with Thurston/thirsty. You've done Daft Punk, now Bohemian Rhapsody. It's probably time to take a look at their most popular video, Hallelujah, with over 650 MILLION views!
lol super reaction. so much fun. It's Avi Kaplan (pronounced Ah-vee). You had it right the first time. He is the basso profundo. Kevin Olusola is the beatboxer doing the percussion. Together they are the Rythm section. Looking forward to many more PTX reactions. You can't go wrong with any of their performances. They are all musical geniuses.
YO DUDE!!! Loving your reactions to the 3 best A Capella groups on here!! For Pentatonix, I would LOVE to see you react to one of their original songs called "Sing"... also their cover of "Problem", "Sounds of Silence", "The Prayer" and last but DEFINITELY NOT least... "AHA!" Singapore Live at Star Vista. Now THAT one will give you and Avi punch AND a Mitch slap...lol.
Actually Mitch isn't cheating there...it's simply his voice going through a megaphone. And he doesn't even use the megaphone for their live performances. But it's all good. But Avi left the group amicably in 2017 and was replaced with Matt. You can check out Avi and his solo works.
They are all great. With you loving Scott so much, you should listen to The Sound of Silence. The Bass (Matt) is in it, but Scott songs in his lower register, and it's beautiful 😍
You might want to try out a "different" Pentatonix. Try "The Prayer", "Amazing Grace", or "Imagine". "Imagine" is one of my PTX favorites and the lyrics are so pertinent today (I think even more pertinent than when John Lennon wrote the song back in the 1970's). It has a really beautiful message.
The sad thing is that they are NOT "more pertinent" - the sad thing is that we're still stuck in this endless loop of hatred, bigotry and stupidity. Not long back I watched the song "America" from the 1961 movie West Side Story, and was appalled at how there's been literally ZERO change in the prejudices mentioned in 60 years.
Why someone have to be the best. They are a group each one brings something great to the table. when you are zoning in on Scott or Mitch, Kevin and or Kirstin is doing something unnoticed. Pentatonix is a total group accompany each other
if you check out my 90s medley reaction you will see that i still have favourite parts.. yet my favourites change.. i point out everyone.. just because i enjoy scotts singing doesnt mean im missing avis bass or kevins drums.. someone doesnt HAVE to be the best.. but there are parts to the song i enjoy more.. as with all songs.. so i mention who im enjoying the most.
there is no number 1 member..they all share so magnificently..and this IS the best cover of that classic rock song.....all those people listed are patreons.
They collectively place who's best suited for the betterment of the song.. they are the true definition of a TEAM! Every one of them is extremely talented! Scott, Kirstin, and Mitch grew up together since ages 8 and 10.. all 5 are like a family and love each other. This is the most unique group on the planet!! Kirstie.. rhymes with "thirsty" Avi.. you were saying it right.."AHH vee"
He’s my favorite…no he is…wait she is…says everyone who listens to them, including us Pentaholics. 😂🤭 I’ve watched them from the beginning and love them all but Mitch has always been my favorite.
You're like a kid with a newly opened box of chocolates. "Which one's my FAVOURITE!?!" This one! No! That one! Oh Shitzer! ALL OF THEM!!! 😆 Yes. ALL of them. 🤣👍
you should check out their “No” meghan trainor cover! they all get a spot to shine and i think it’s a good show of all of their talents! and fun fact when they perform this live, Mitch can do the effect without the megaphone (also Mitch and Kirstie look different every video haha)
omg you can totally have a favorite. I love them all, like more than anything, but Scott is definitely my favorite. If you like Scott please check out "I should tell your mama on ya" its just scott by himself but its soooo good. That being said, they are epic when they all sing together. Scott and Mitch started another group called superfruit and literally everything they do is fantastic
Mitch is the best choice for main vocals here because his range overlaps Freddy Mercury pretty well. If you want to see the individual voices shine, do "Hallelujah" and you will get samples of each voice. Not to mention an ending that is their trademark "wall of sound" that makes a lot of folks pause. You asked about drum sounds. It is almost always Kevin who does their beat-boxing. Before 2017, Avi did the bass, but he had to leave for family reasons. In later videos, Matt Sallee is their bass and he is good too. Mitch uses the megaphone as a prop. You should check out their old videos from "The Sing-Off" when they did "Let's Get It On." Mitch did a wah-wah guitar there without the megaphone.
Avi, pronounced AH-vee, is a singer too, he just sings the bass line. Kevin the beat boxer sings occasionally, you’ll usually find him filling in some vocals when there isn’t percussion present. They definitely work as a team. They all sing backup vocals when another is doing a lead vocal. I’m unaware of any conflicts regarding part selections. They all support the good for the piece in question and the group overall.
PTX just has no weakest link.. the solo artist would not be able to shine without the support of the other 4 and without Kevin it would fall apart he is so multi talented and often forgotten because he doesn't "sing" with lyrics but in every song he has the hardest job!
I like Scott too. I do wish he'd do more songs using his lower voice instead of his pop voice. Mitch is definately unique. I just don't think Scott gets the recognition he deserves. 🙂💕 A good one for Scott, in my opinion, is Sound of Silence.
I'll add The Prayer to your list of great showcases for Scott's voice. You really get an idea of his whole vocal range ...from bass to high tenor...all 4 octaves in The Prayer. Plus it's a really impressive song for all the vocalists. We Pentaholics are hoping for a Grammy ( their 4th) for it next year. It came out just a bit too late to be included it this years selection.
Avi (pronounced Ah'-vee) is the bass. The beatboxer is Kevin Olusolas; he also has a lovely voice. Since Avi left Pentatonix in 2017, their new bass is Matt Sallee. Try their cover of _You're a Mean One, Mr. Grinch_ to hear a good long solo by Matt. Also, Avi has gone on to have a very successful solo career; you should check out his RUclips channel. Pentatonix really is a team - they aren't competing with each other. You don't have to pick a favorite. And no, Mitch did *not* cheat, as others have already told you. I've seen a recording of a live performance of this, where we could actually see who was doing the second guitar solo. It was Mitch again. Regarding your surprise that Mitch was singing in a lower range, Mitch's full range is six octaves plus one note (not counting whistle tones), which makes him incredibly versatile. We generally hear him doing the really high notes, because *he* can while others can't, but he has no trouble with lower notes (though I wouldn't put him up against Avi in a bass competition).
Generally if there’s a drum sound it’s Kevin. Avi does a bit of beatboxing but mostly he covers the bass. He often mimes playing a bass guitar when he’s doing that. But you’re right. They’re a team. But you also need to check out a track where Kirsten takes the lead (“Say Something” would be good) or when Scott leads (“Radioactive” is my favourite here). Their cover of “Imagine” showcases all of their vocal talents - including Kevin’s. There’s a lot of newer stuff with Matt on bass but I would recommend you work through their earlier stuff first before jumping to that.
LOL the megaphone is a prop only. That was really Mitch with the guitar sound. Please do many more reactions. Your response is pretty fun to watch. Scott leads most songs; I suggest you check out 'Mat World' for a unique perspective on all of them in a lower tone.
Avi {Ahhhh-vee} Kaplan has a powerful original solo "Change on the Rise" that I bet you'd really enjoy reacting to! Thanks for this PTX reaction, they nailed this song!
PTX always goes with whichever singer would do the best for the lead part. So here we have Mitch on the melodic Freddie Mercury lead, with Scott coming in for the angry rock part, and the others have little bits throughout. In contrast, on the sad, heartfelt Say Something, we have Kirstin on the lead with Avi having a featured verse. If you want to hear *everyone* get a lead (including Kevin), do their version of John Lennon's Imagine, or later on, when Avi has left and Matt is taking the bass, Amazing Grace.
The Beatboxer is Kevin. Has anyone suggested you listen to Superfruit? Superfruit is the duo of Mitch and Scott. They had a really nice vlog series and the did release an album. If you do any Superfruit you have to go to the end because they have bloopers.
React to pentatonix. New rules. The feeling cant hold us they rap in this . The sound of sipence. Radio active. Sing .havana. mary did you know all starts with scott. Also scott hoying and mario jose lost on you. Also watch scott riff and runs
👏😃THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU! For APPRECIATING ALL the members and not just one! This is PENTATONIX, "pentatonic means 5 note melody scale, 5 notes per octave" SO it takes ALL 5 members to create this AMAZING (and ALL ) their AMAZING covers, original ect... EVERY single member of PTX is INSANELY TALENTED they ALL bring their own gifts to the table. And just a fyi it's Avi (Ah-vee). Matt the new bass is SO TALENTED also. Kevin was doing all those INSANE drum beats Avi was doing the bass. And just so you know Scott who is a baritone covers the bass when Avi or Matt have a singing lead. They are ALL vocally versatile. This is and their SUPERIOR talent, arrangements is why they are THE GREATEST!!👏👏👏
As has been suggested, you need to check out Avi's solo music. He left PTX in September 2017, and now has a flourishing solo career, doing almost all originals. Most reactors start with his most successful song so far, "Change on the Rise", but since he uses his full vocal range in his own music, here's a good one to show off his lower register - a live version of his original, "Chains". ruclips.net/video/_Ki0WeSRxvE/видео.html
I have to post and voice my vote for Kirstin as my favorite, especially as she has improved greatly in recent years. I love the songs where she takes center stage such as "Wizard of Ahhhs," "Shallow," and especially "Seasons of Love," where she gets a high part which are normally all taken by Mitch.
They all have solo projects out their you can check out. As for Avi he does a couple of covers House of the Rising Sun, Lean on Me and a bluegrass style cover of OutKast's Hey Ya. Everything else is original his most watched is Change on the Rise, and his latest releases off his soon to be released album First Place I Go, All is Well, I Can't Lie and On My Way. All of his music is amazing and is relatable to all. If you would like to experience his beautiful lower register Black is the Color of My True Loves Hair with Peter Hollens. Subscribing on hopes to see Avi reactions and more Avi era PTX reactions, And the beatboxers name is Kevin Olusola.
I love that you love Scott, Avi and Scott are my favorites as well. I think you’d enjoy their “Evolution of” videos, they share the lead so you’ll see a lot of Scott, and they’re all live. “Evolution of Beyoncé” and “Evolution of Michael Jackson” are my favorites, I highly recommend!
I love all 6 of them including Matt, but my heart belongs to Avi. You have to check out some of his solo work. It's very different, but no less incredible. Most people start with his original song "Change on the Rise" which is amazing - but if you want something familiar (and fun) check out his interpretation of "Hey Ya" by Outkast, done under the name Avriel and the Sequoias.
They're all incredible in their own right. Together they are more than the sum of their parts. No shame in having favorites or even changing favorites from time to time. Also, if you love Avi (AHH-vee), (and who doesn't?), then check out some of his solo work. "Change on the Rise" is an incredible place to start. Kevin (beatboxer) is the most amazing musician. Check out his solo stuff too. Start with 'Down'. You won't regret it.
i'm often more into high pitched voices, but to choose a favorite is impossible for me, i've been a pentaholic since 2011 and i've always loved them all. without one member this group would not have been the same. even though i love Avi and that it is sad he left the group, Matt, the replacement for Avi, has really been a savior for this Pentatonix, as the new Bass. i will not say Avi was the best in this song because everyone killed it in their own ways, and no one was better than each other, like every other song. they always find a way to let everyone shine.
LOL...got such a kick from your reaction!! Your excitement was so contagious!! Was like a kid in toy store that can only pick one toy...that one, no this one, no that one! Mitch won my heart from day one with his voice like an angel. You will find a different favorite with each song because they all shine. Bottom line is Pentatonix wouldn't be who they are without all of them!! Check out Sound Of Silence and their original Love Again...you will love them!!!
Glad you enjoyed Pentatonix’s take on Bohemian Rhapsody :). Brian May (guitarist for Queen) watched this video, then went out onto his social media site and posted it with one simple word: “Enjoy” 😊. That is the ultimate tribute to Pentatonix’s performance of this Queen classic ❤
The Grassi Guitar does not require a megaphone. It is just a prop to draw attention to who is making the sound. I heard it done live and it was EPIC.
I didn't believe it at first but when I watched the live performance I was like WHAT??? He just MAKES that sound on his own??
@@quinintheclouds I know - it feels insane, doesn't it?
Ah, *that* explains it. Given that people always assume that it's necessary to the guitar sound I had wondered why they put it in there; now I know. Thanks, Daniel.
“The Grassi Guitar” 😂
“The Grassi Guitar” 😂
Mitch didn't cheat. He used the megaphone as a prop only. It's all his voice. In their live versions there is no megaphone and they get the same sound. I understand he just happened to see it on set and decided to use it. Great reaction.
Mitch didn’t actually use the megaphone…he does it exactly the same in concert without the megaphone.
Wanna be blown away by Mitch? The Prayer will knock your socks off
The guitar Sound that Mitch does, is in live concerts the same as in the Video and He Uses Nothing but the mic and his voice 😅
Want to hear Mitch to see what he can do? Mitch and Scott have their own RUclips channel called Superfruit, check out "Defying Gravity"... GUARANTEED he will blow your mind!
Yes!!! My favorite Mitch song!
“Defying Gravity” is kinda out of this world 😊
My favorite: Kirstin, Kevin, Matt, Avi, Scott, Mitch in no particular order 😛
Kevin is the beatboxer doing all the drum sounds and Avi and Kevin do all the percussion . Avi is still my favorite. Just love a great bass voice.
Scotty will always be my fav! His voice and charm have my❤️!
The song that displays Mitch's voice the best is The Prayer! He sings like an angel! His voice is so beautiful it makes me cry!!
Halleluja will blow your mind.
Please watch Kevin's solo cover of Marian Hill's song "down"
Yes, this!
Yesss!!! So very cool!
The reason Scott is my favorite is that he is the big brother looking out for and supporting every one.
You'll pick all of them, eventually, lol. Mitch has my heart because the tone of his voice just sort of vibrates my cells or something, but they all deserve to be somebody's favorite, and they aren't Pentatonix without all five. I say that, and yet Avi leaves to be replaced by Matt. It's different, but it's wonderful. He's carved out his own place within the group. It still needs all 5, though, to be PTX. That being said they all have solo work that you'll love, and Mitch and Scott do Sup3rfruit, too, which is just the two of them and is so, so, so good! Keep going!
Exactly! My "favorite" varies depending on which song... wait until he hears some of the songs that feature Kirstin! He'll have a new favorite. And KO kills it every time, so he's right up there too. The fact is, they're an amazing ensemble of five people, each of whom has the talent to be the lead/front for their own group, but they set aside their egos and go with the person whose voice best suits the song to pick the lead, and take on the background harmonies when they're not on lead with the same gusto as when they are.
Same for me. The clarity and cleanness and pure tone of Mitch's voice got me from the get go. I've been a fan since The Sing-Off, and the way they've grown into their mastery of all they do is so incredible.
Agree ....they all got they’re shine on different songs
Whenever I come across a reactor who is new to PENTATONIX I tell them to check out where they got their start, The Sing Off season 3. They were insanely talented even back then. Good energy to your reactions, welcome to the PENTATONIX adventure!
You're going to have fun. They have done a wide variety of music. All the suggestions will be somewhere between really good and mind-blowing.
When they perform it live Mitch doesn't use the megaphone.
Scott is my favorite
They have all been my favorites at one point or another, but Scott is my favorite often, as well. :)
You can like whoever you want, it’s your ears 👂 just keep reacting to them 😍🥰🤩🤩🤩🤩
KEVIN, the beatboxer is doing the drums. He has a very authentic sound. Check him out in Coffee In Bed.
Kevin is mega talented. He plays the cello (Say Something, Shallow, Thank You & others) & has a drum set in his mouth. He also has a lovely tenor voice (Mary Did You Know, Say Something, Imagine, Amazing Grace). He also has a solo RUclips channel you should check out.
GUYS!!... Lol awe I love it when you say that.... The way you get excited about Scott is the way I get excited about you!!.... and your reaction videos obviously LOL!!.... I'm like " GUYS it's POPPA time!!" 🤩😍😘👌❤️🎵🎶
While the bass might be an "underdog" role there is no world in which Avi (Ah-vee) is underappreciated. If you want the underdog you should have stuck with Scott. But even that's just in terms self-declared fan favorites as Scott has, by far, the most solos and has his hands in everything. Maybe go with Matt who, even five years later, still has way too much "new guy" energy thrown his way by salty Avi fans.
Good one to check out Scott - and Matt, and Kevin the beatboxer, who may become a favorite - "New Rules/Are You that Somebody" cover
Agree totally with all your observations. Our Avi was probably the original most favourite, since he arrived in the group with dedicated groupies. Remember all those "We Love Avi" signs at the Sing-Off? I tend to think of Scott as the core of Pentatonix. All the other members surround his solid foundation with their unique qualities, and without him we would never know the magic of PTX. Dear Matt has had big boots to fill. I find the group is more cohesive with Matt as bass, which probably bodes well for their longevity. Lucky us!
I think in terms of appreciation and favourites, most PTX fans go the same route in terms of finding one, then another, then another and as they get new favourites, the others kinda fall off a bit.
On first listen to them, Scott is often identified as a quick favourite, but it's by design; Scott is by far the most pop sounding one of them all, and he can sing outside of the pop sounding voice (The Prayer is good evidence of that), but he uses it because it draws people in. After a couple songs, though, people pick up on Mitch and his vocal acrobatics, which often leads to him being the favourite. I think that the more people listen, the more appreciation they gain for the bass, whether it's Avi or Matt, and certainly for Kevin as they start to really listen to how well he carries the tracks.
The one common thing I see, though, is Kirstie being kind of forgotten about in a lot of this stuff, and it's not a strange thing to happen when you look at the reasons. Whilst she shines on the tracks she takes the lead on (Say Something, Seasons of Love), she's far too often compared to Mitch who, whilst singing in a very similar range, has a voice type that projects more and so sounds higher. People think Mitch is literally just a "better" female voice than Kirstie is, and on the face of it, I see the logic.
It takes someone who's really listened to PTX for a long time, throughout their growth, to see just how much Kirstie adds to the group. Her harmonising is second to none. Without her voice, many of the tracks that PTX do would sound much, much flatter. She can harmonise with Scott and Mitch almost effortlessly, and her ability allows the other members of the group to have their moment, and to shine brightly. She's actually my favourite of the group simply because of this (and the parts she plays in other songs, like the 90s Dance Medley - full Everytime We Touch cover when?!)
It's also easy to have Scott kinda fall by the wayside a little bit on the journey, outside of things like The Prayer where he does something very different. His voice is kind of in the middle, and whilst his riffs are identifiable, it's easy to downplay his importance as just "anyone could do that" because he sings mostly in the baritone registers. The truth of it, though, is that Scott isn't just an incredibly gifted singer in that range. He takes over the bass lines, which is incredible, and has a high top end which allows him to get up to Mitch's mid-range, which is super difficult. But that's not the special bit about Scott. The way he drives songs is probably the most underrated part of what he brings. You only need listen to Love Me When I Don't. The first verse starts with Mitch and then is bridged to the chorus by Matt. No hate on Matt because he sings it incredibly well, but it doesn't build or drive to the chorus like it would if Scott did it. Super underrated ability right there.
No cheating . The megaphone is a prop. In concert he doesn't use it.
Pentatonix - Hallelujah
Must hear next!
You need to check out Avi as a solo artist, he is amazing! Very folk/americana style and so beautiful!
Edit: And considering your love of Scott, check out his “I should tell your mama on you” cover!
Definitely!!!!
Yassss that one is great my kids love it!
Most definitely! Avi’s solo work. Start with Change on the Rise.
Pentatonix is a very enjoyable rabbit hole to fall down!
Mitch's use of the megaphone to imitate the guitar is just a prop for the video, people who've seen him perform the song in concert say he doesn't use it and sounds just the same.
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Kirstin and Avi have the names most often mispronounced. Avi is pronounced AH-vee. Easy way to remember Kirstin's name, Kirstin/Kirstie rhymes with Thurston/thirsty.
You've done Daft Punk, now Bohemian Rhapsody. It's probably time to take a look at their most popular video, Hallelujah, with over 650 MILLION views!
lol super reaction. so much fun. It's Avi Kaplan (pronounced Ah-vee). You had it right the first time. He is the basso profundo. Kevin Olusola is the beatboxer doing the percussion. Together they are the Rythm section. Looking forward to many more PTX reactions. You can't go wrong with any of their performances. They are all musical geniuses.
Watching you fanboy over Scott and then exclaim mitch is cheating made me LOL. Your reactions make my day.
YO DUDE!!! Loving your reactions to the 3 best A Capella groups on here!! For Pentatonix, I would LOVE to see you react to one of their original songs called "Sing"... also their cover of "Problem", "Sounds of Silence", "The Prayer" and last but DEFINITELY NOT least... "AHA!" Singapore Live at Star Vista. Now THAT one will give you and Avi punch AND a Mitch slap...lol.
They're all my favorites. ^_^
Mitch isn't cheating. The megaphone is a prop. They do this live and he sounds exactly the same with no megaphone.
Thanks I did not know that however it doesn't matter to me.
Avi just released a new single off of his upcoming album. "I'm Only Getting Started" "Change on the Rise" is older but they both THUNDER.
you want Scott do 'sound of silence' and 'the prayer' AMAZING
Actually Mitch isn't cheating there...it's simply his voice going through a megaphone. And he doesn't even use the megaphone for their live performances. But it's all good. But Avi left the group amicably in 2017 and was replaced with Matt. You can check out Avi and his solo works.
They are all great. With you loving Scott so much, you should listen to The Sound of Silence. The Bass (Matt) is in it, but Scott songs in his lower register, and it's beautiful 😍
You might want to try out a "different" Pentatonix. Try "The Prayer", "Amazing Grace", or "Imagine". "Imagine" is one of my PTX favorites and the lyrics are so pertinent today (I think even more pertinent than when John Lennon wrote the song back in the 1970's). It has a really beautiful message.
Everybody gets a change to sing alone in Imagine. I love that!
The sad thing is that they are NOT "more pertinent" - the sad thing is that we're still stuck in this endless loop of hatred, bigotry and stupidity. Not long back I watched the song "America" from the 1961 movie West Side Story, and was appalled at how there's been literally ZERO change in the prejudices mentioned in 60 years.
Their live Popspring performance is incredible. 3 originals and an Evolution of Michael Jackson. Everyone has their moment! Great reaction!!
Why someone have to be the best. They are a group each one brings something great to the table. when you are zoning in on Scott or Mitch, Kevin and or Kirstin is doing something unnoticed. Pentatonix is a total group accompany each other
if you check out my 90s medley reaction you will see that i still have favourite parts.. yet my favourites change.. i point out everyone.. just because i enjoy scotts singing doesnt mean im missing avis bass or kevins drums.. someone doesnt HAVE to be the best.. but there are parts to the song i enjoy more.. as with all songs.. so i mention who im enjoying the most.
there is no number 1 member..they all share so magnificently..and this IS the best cover of that classic rock song.....all those people listed are patreons.
It's so funny how everyone has their favorites. When I first found PTX I was team Mitch, now I'm team Kevin all the way.
Mitch's voice is showcased in this! ❤
They collectively place who's best suited for the betterment of the song.. they are the true definition of a TEAM! Every one of them is extremely talented! Scott, Kirstin, and Mitch grew up together since ages 8 and 10.. all 5 are like a family and love each other. This is the most unique group on the planet!!
Kirstie.. rhymes with "thirsty"
Avi.. you were saying it right.."AHH vee"
He’s my favorite…no he is…wait she is…says everyone who listens to them, including us Pentaholics. 😂🤭 I’ve watched them from the beginning and love them all but Mitch has always been my favorite.
They’re all great but Mitch is unreal. I love him x
You're like a kid with a newly opened box of chocolates. "Which one's my FAVOURITE!?!"
This one! No! That one! Oh Shitzer! ALL OF THEM!!! 😆 Yes. ALL of them. 🤣👍
you should check out their “No” meghan trainor cover!
they all get a spot to shine and i think it’s a good show of all of their talents!
and fun fact when they perform this live, Mitch can do the effect without the megaphone
(also Mitch and Kirstie look different every video haha)
Scott and Avi are my favorites too 😍
❤️❤️Awww you’re right, they are all amazing . However, if you like Avi Kaplin check out his song change on the rise - I love him in that video. ❤️❤️
Change on the Rise is a must!
Avi Kaplan - Change On the Rise
ruclips.net/video/382BTxLNrow/видео.html
Also the newest release. I'm Only Getting Started. WOW!!!
Lol, told ya your favorite would change depending on the song!! 🤣🤣
P.S. The megaphone is just a prop.
omg you can totally have a favorite. I love them all, like more than anything, but Scott is definitely my favorite. If you like Scott please check out "I should tell your mama on ya" its just scott by himself but its soooo good. That being said, they are epic when they all sing together. Scott and Mitch started another group called superfruit and literally everything they do is fantastic
Mitch is the best choice for main vocals here because his range overlaps Freddy Mercury pretty well. If you want to see the individual voices shine, do "Hallelujah" and you will get samples of each voice. Not to mention an ending that is their trademark "wall of sound" that makes a lot of folks pause.
You asked about drum sounds. It is almost always Kevin who does their beat-boxing. Before 2017, Avi did the bass, but he had to leave for family reasons. In later videos, Matt Sallee is their bass and he is good too.
Mitch uses the megaphone as a prop. You should check out their old videos from "The Sing-Off" when they did "Let's Get It On." Mitch did a wah-wah guitar there without the megaphone.
You know when the Doc says stick out your tongue and say ahhhhhh? Avi😊
need to checkout pentatonix and Lyndsey striling thier songs together are awesome.
Avi is and ALWAYS will be my favorite 😍......I'm a bass girl.
Avi, pronounced AH-vee, is a singer too, he just sings the bass line. Kevin the beat boxer sings occasionally, you’ll usually find him filling in some vocals when there isn’t percussion present.
They definitely work as a team. They all sing backup vocals when another is doing a lead vocal. I’m unaware of any conflicts regarding part selections. They all support the good for the piece in question and the group overall.
PTX just has no weakest link..
the solo artist would not be able to shine without the support of the other 4
and without Kevin it would fall apart he is so multi talented and often forgotten because he doesn't "sing" with lyrics but in every song he has the hardest job!
If you ask Pentatonix who is the best of their group...ALL of the others say Mitch, hands down...
I like Scott too. I do wish he'd do more songs using his lower voice instead of his pop voice. Mitch is definately unique. I just don't think Scott gets the recognition he deserves. 🙂💕 A good one for Scott, in my opinion, is Sound of Silence.
I'll add The Prayer to your list of great showcases for Scott's voice. You really get an idea of his whole vocal range ...from bass to high tenor...all 4 octaves in The Prayer. Plus it's a really impressive song for all the vocalists. We Pentaholics are hoping for a Grammy ( their 4th) for it next year. It came out just a bit too late to be included it this years selection.
The awesome drums and percussion come to you courtesy of Kevin!
Avi (pronounced Ah'-vee) is the bass. The beatboxer is Kevin Olusolas; he also has a lovely voice. Since Avi left Pentatonix in 2017, their new bass is Matt Sallee. Try their cover of _You're a Mean One, Mr. Grinch_ to hear a good long solo by Matt. Also, Avi has gone on to have a very successful solo career; you should check out his RUclips channel.
Pentatonix really is a team - they aren't competing with each other. You don't have to pick a favorite.
And no, Mitch did *not* cheat, as others have already told you.
I've seen a recording of a live performance of this, where we could actually see who was doing the second guitar solo. It was Mitch again.
Regarding your surprise that Mitch was singing in a lower range, Mitch's full range is six octaves plus one note (not counting whistle tones), which makes him incredibly versatile. We generally hear him doing the really high notes, because *he* can while others can't, but he has no trouble with lower notes (though I wouldn't put him up against Avi in a bass competition).
Kevin is doing the drums. The megaphone is just a prop. Mitch does it live without.
Generally if there’s a drum sound it’s Kevin. Avi does a bit of beatboxing but mostly he covers the bass. He often mimes playing a bass guitar when he’s doing that. But you’re right. They’re a team. But you also need to check out a track where Kirsten takes the lead (“Say Something” would be good) or when Scott leads (“Radioactive” is my favourite here). Their cover of “Imagine” showcases all of their vocal talents - including Kevin’s. There’s a lot of newer stuff with Matt on bass but I would recommend you work through their earlier stuff first before jumping to that.
Love love love!!
Check out sound of silence 😊
I love Scott and Avi, everyone is great but those two are still my faves
Great reaction. My favorite changes from song to song also. lol.
That's Mitch 100% with his voice as a guitar
Mitch at the end doing the guitar solos
LOL the megaphone is a prop only. That was really Mitch with the guitar sound. Please do many more reactions. Your response is pretty fun to watch. Scott leads most songs; I suggest you check out 'Mat World' for a unique perspective on all of them in a lower tone.
Avi (ahhhhvee) Also, that's Kevin who does most of the sound effects and bass
Avi {Ahhhh-vee} Kaplan has a powerful original solo "Change on the Rise" that I bet you'd really enjoy reacting to! Thanks for this PTX reaction, they nailed this song!
You should check out Avi Kaplan's solo work. He writes a lot of his music. Start with " Change on the rise" and go from there. Happy travels
Kirstie rhymes with thirsty. Kevin (or KO) has a drum kit in his mouth lol.
Avi (aaahhh-veee) and Kevin are both awesome on this one ant it took them 5 yrs to perfect it
PTX always goes with whichever singer would do the best for the lead part. So here we have Mitch on the melodic Freddie Mercury lead, with Scott coming in for the angry rock part, and the others have little bits throughout. In contrast, on the sad, heartfelt Say Something, we have Kirstin on the lead with Avi having a featured verse. If you want to hear *everyone* get a lead (including Kevin), do their version of John Lennon's Imagine, or later on, when Avi has left and Matt is taking the bass, Amazing Grace.
The Beatboxer is Kevin. Has anyone suggested you listen to Superfruit? Superfruit is the duo of Mitch and Scott. They had a really nice vlog series and the did release an album. If you do any Superfruit you have to go to the end because they have bloopers.
React to pentatonix. New rules. The feeling cant hold us they rap in this . The sound of sipence. Radio active. Sing .havana. mary did you know all starts with scott. Also scott hoying and mario jose lost on you. Also watch scott riff and runs
Best reaction 😂😂😂 ever
Mich does the Guitarr part on stage without a megaphone.
👏😃THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU! For APPRECIATING ALL the members and not just one! This is PENTATONIX, "pentatonic means 5 note melody scale, 5 notes per octave" SO it takes ALL 5 members to create this AMAZING (and ALL ) their AMAZING covers, original ect...
EVERY single member of PTX is INSANELY TALENTED they ALL bring their own gifts to the table.
And just a fyi it's Avi (Ah-vee).
Matt the new bass is SO TALENTED also.
Kevin was doing all those INSANE drum beats
Avi was doing the bass. And just so you know Scott who is a baritone covers the bass when Avi or Matt have a singing lead.
They are ALL vocally versatile. This is and their SUPERIOR talent, arrangements is why they are THE GREATEST!!👏👏👏
As has been suggested, you need to check out Avi's solo music. He left PTX in September 2017, and now has a flourishing solo career, doing almost all originals. Most reactors start with his most successful song so far, "Change on the Rise", but since he uses his full vocal range in his own music, here's a good one to show off his lower register - a live version of his original, "Chains". ruclips.net/video/_Ki0WeSRxvE/видео.html
This was played live...on Jimmy Kimmel Show(?) - and Mitch has NO megaphone and his voice still plays the same.
I have to post and voice my vote for Kirstin as my favorite, especially as she has improved greatly in recent years. I love the songs where she takes center stage such as "Wizard of Ahhhs," "Shallow," and especially "Seasons of Love," where she gets a high part which are normally all taken by Mitch.
Check out Dance of the Sugar plum fairies . , Drummer Boy, Hallelujah, Mary did you know.
im getting alot of requests for hallelujah!!
Also check out Kevin Olusola covering “Down”
They all have solo projects out their you can check out. As for Avi he does a couple of covers House of the Rising Sun, Lean on Me and a bluegrass style cover of OutKast's Hey Ya. Everything else is original his most watched is Change on the Rise, and his latest releases off his soon to be released album First Place I Go, All is Well, I Can't Lie and On My Way. All of his music is amazing and is relatable to all. If you would like to experience his beautiful lower register Black is the Color of My True Loves Hair with Peter Hollens. Subscribing on hopes to see Avi reactions and more Avi era PTX reactions, And the beatboxers name is Kevin Olusola.
Avi (beard & dark hair) does bass. Percussion is Kevin.
I love that you love Scott, Avi and Scott are my favorites as well. I think you’d enjoy their “Evolution of” videos, they share the lead so you’ll see a lot of Scott, and they’re all live. “Evolution of Beyoncé” and “Evolution of Michael Jackson” are my favorites, I highly recommend!
If you wanna see more Scott check out his and Mitchs side group called "superfruit" there amazing.
That's not cheating. Using effects on vocals doesn't negate the a capella.
I love all 6 of them including Matt, but my heart belongs to Avi. You have to check out some of his solo work. It's very different, but no less incredible. Most people start with his original song "Change on the Rise" which is amazing - but if you want something familiar (and fun) check out his interpretation of "Hey Ya" by Outkast, done under the name Avriel and the Sequoias.
U need to do their version of Amazing grace,it is really good
They're all incredible in their own right. Together they are more than the sum of their parts. No shame in having favorites or even changing favorites from time to time. Also, if you love Avi (AHH-vee), (and who doesn't?), then check out some of his solo work. "Change on the Rise" is an incredible place to start. Kevin (beatboxer) is the most amazing musician. Check out his solo stuff too. Start with 'Down'. You won't regret it.
i'm often more into high pitched voices, but to choose a favorite is impossible for me, i've been a pentaholic since 2011 and i've always loved them all. without one member this group would not have been the same. even though i love Avi and that it is sad he left the group, Matt, the replacement for Avi, has really been a savior for this Pentatonix, as the new Bass. i will not say Avi was the best in this song because everyone killed it in their own ways, and no one was better than each other, like every other song. they always find a way to let everyone shine.
Watch this live. Mitch sounds the same not with a megaphone!
LOL...got such a kick from your reaction!! Your excitement was so contagious!! Was like a kid in toy store that can only pick one toy...that one, no this one, no that one! Mitch won my heart from day one with his voice like an angel. You will find a different favorite with each song because they all shine. Bottom line is Pentatonix wouldn't be who they are without all of them!! Check out Sound Of Silence and their original Love Again...you will love them!!!
Scott is my favorite! 🔥