Except, the people who award Grammys are the same people who nominate for Grammys, and they obviously thought the album was more worthy than the song, drat it!
They’ve only had one member change, when Avi Kaplan left in 2017 and Matt Sallee joined them. I think you would really enjoy their video Pentatonix - The Recording of Evergreen. That’s the album this song is from.
@@margretrosenberg420 What I heard, from somebody in the know, is the Grammy requested the normals stuff for the song, the year it came out, but the recording company didn't get them what they needed in time. So they missed it. The next year since it technically had been nominated the year before, as far as the Grammy's were concerned, it was not eligable as a single, so SME just threw the whole albulm at them. Personally that wasn't their best album in my opinion, but that's me. So there were a few other albums that had more appeal. Now as I said, that is what I heard it may not be true, I can't verify it I don't have that kind of pull, but this person is close enough to some of the players that they do have access to this kind of information.
There has only been one member switch....Avi left in 2017 and Matt came in as bass. Thank you for your enthusiastic reaction. You are forgiven. I'm sure Kevin forgives you, too. You might like to watch the video of how they recorded this song and the others songs on their "Evergreen Christmas album", too. It really shows how they work together. Here is the link: ua-cam.com/video/M60SKKkQLqo/v-deo.html
If you want another impressive Mitch led Christmas number then Carol of the Bells is amazing. I challenge you to work out how Mitch breathes in that, he seems to sing for over 30seconds non-stop!
If you haven't listened to their Christmas live video of Hallelujah, please watch it. It shows their great talent! Unbelievable performance!! Enjoy your reactions!
This performance is just flawless...Scott's Italian, Kirstie belting, Matts bass, Kevins beat (I also love the tunk, tunk tunk towards the end) and Mitch iust being Mitch!
So glad you did this one. They received a Grammy nomination for their album, Evergreen, that has this song on it. Unfortunately they didn’t win this time. They have three Grammys. There has only been one member change. Avi, original bass, left in 2017 and Matt Sallee joined as bass in 2018. The other four are original members. Love your reactions. Imagine, Sing (an original), Problem, Ride, We are Young, Cheerleader, or any of their “Evolution of” videos. Just pick your favorite.💕💕
@@nickforell1, not sure if you've seen a documentary type video they put out called :The Making of Evergreen. It's a 20 minute video that includes bits of their studio time in the making of the entire album...and includes bits of their work on this song, The Prayer. It's quite informative on how the group works together and acts like a family, sharing, bolstering each other, working thru tough parts, learning and rearranging bits. It's a lot of fun and quite eye-opening. I think it's time to do a reaction to it.
So full, so rich, so luscious. Only one change in the line-up since they formed though. Original bass Avi Kaplan left in 2017, which is when Matt Sallee joined. I keep forgetting to point this out: Mitch does a little shiver at the very beginning that really sells the wintry set. I have a feeling they were all pretty sweaty in reality. Loved your reaction, as always. Keep ‘em coming! Peace …
Hey Nick, another great reaction to PTX. I had trouble remembering Matt's name after he joined the group. I had to look up his picture with his name beside it and memorize it that way. For those who do reactions, but are bad with the names of group members, I have a suggestion. If it is a group you think you may react to more than once, it might be a good idea to print a photo of the group and write the name of each member on the photo, put it on a card, and have it in front of you each time you react to that group. Not only do you have a visual cue, but writing the names helps memory retention. Just a suggestion, so take it for what you paid for it.
The term for the big belting blend is call "the wall of sound"....PTX does it quite a bit in songs...and they do it VERY well. Glad you are on this journey.
You are early in the dive into the rabbit hole, but since you have heard this, I think you could get a lot of insight into their dynamic by watching 'The Recording of Evergreen', the album this came from. It gives a terrific look at what their process of developing and shaping their songs as well as who they are as people. They are as 'real' as it comes. It is filmed by Kirstie's significant other, father of her baby, Ben and also shows the mostly unseen 6th member Ben Bram. He is a large part of the crafting of their art. We Pentaholics are all up for watching you watch even though it is longer than the usual reaction. Most of us have seen it many times and are happy to share it again. Enjoying your reactions!
Can't Hold Us is so much fun! If you want to see them do a mind blowing live performance, please check out their AHA Live FROM Singapore at Star Vista (has to be this specific video). It is next level Mitch!❤❤❤❤❤
You spoke total truth saying Mitch’s voice is angelic. It has to be the closest example to the way God’s angels sing that human ears have ever experienced! No other voice has ever touched my heart like his. When him and Kirsten sing together in this song, it is so amazing and then Mitch and Scott finish it off with harmony that is not describable at all. Of course it would not be complete without Kevin and Matt! We would absolutely notice if they were removed from the song! They all just belong together! Heavenly! ❤️
So glad you’re enjoying this PTX journey! We Pentaholics love watching new people discover them and always watch for the Mitch slap. I love so much about this song but one of my favorite parts is watching Mitch and Kirsti trade belts in the same register. Next up Gold…it will blow you away how easy they make it look. Just 5 people sitting around on a couch jamming. Or another good one is “Can you feel the love tonight “ from the Lion King.
This is my number 1 favorite song of Pentatonix especially the part of Mitch. OMG as if you are in heaven when you hear this song. I love you Pentatonix especially Mitch❤
A rite of passage for all Pentaholics is to be Mitch slapped at least once! This is such a beautiful version of this song. You put these five together and you get pure magic! Thanks Nick! You need to include Home Free in your a cappella exploration!
Usually more than one Mitch slap. I saw a reaction video the other day to PTX's version of Bohemian Rhapsody. It was the first time the reactor had ever heard Pentatonix, and that particular song contains at least 3 Mitch-slap moments, not to mention the equivalents from Avi, Kirstie, Kevin, and Scott. I think we really should introduce people to these things more gently, give them time to recover from the first before they're hit by another.
It's the famous Pentatonix Wall of Sound hitting you. I see them tomorrow in concert and I am levitating with excitement. Only one member has left, Avi, and he was replaced by Matt.
💗💗💗 They are individually so talented, however, when put together, it is truly magical 💗💗💗 And although I love every one of the Pentatonix, Mitch has a special place in my heart, maybe because being one of the rarest of males voices, a counter tenor, feels so exquisite to my ears 💗💗💗 P.S. Don't apologize for rambling, that is why we tune in! 😊
Love this one, definitely one of my favs. One performance that not many have reacted to is The National Anthem specifically at the 2023 CFB National Championship game. The people that were in attendance and familiar with PTX said that others around them thought they were faking it because when Mitch takes off with his high notes Kirstin is just standing there with her mouth closed and I guess it confused them? 🤷🏼♀️ I mean I kinda get it, nobody ever expects that beautiful voice to come out of Mitch, but still. And Matt with his bass is beautiful. It is all gorgeous. I showed my mother and she cried! It is really that great. T ✌🏻
GOOSEBUMPS all over with this song!! One vocal coach I watched who was reacting to this cried "Sing, my angels!!! SING!!" LOL!! That's pretty accurate! I find myself saying that every time I hear this. I also remember reading a review of this performance, where the person said when they all come together in the middle of the song to sing together, "Get ready for impact!" That's ONE way to put it! Such a beautiful cover of this song. Knew you would love it.
There are so many must listens for Pentatonix - Imagine, Shallow, Say Something, Come Along, Mad World, O Come All Ye Faithful, and then there is their original music. You are doing great! Just keep on going.
Mitch has done some solo work under the name Messer. He covered a Billie Eilish sone called Your Power. He really is superb. Also, Mitch and Scott did a UA-cam channel called Superfruit with songs and funny skits. Kirstie also put out solo work. Kevin, OMG he has a UA-cam channel as well which will knock you out. Kevin is also a great singer. When PTX formed the planets aligned in a truly spectacular way. You have quite a way to go with PTX but it is a journey you will love.
I know you are a new PTX watcher but only one person has left the group - AVI. He was replaced by Matt. I get goose bumps every time I hear them sing most of their songs. Can you imagine what their high school music teacher must have felt having Scott, Mitch and Kirsten in her vocal music class?!?
Gold!Gold!Gold!Gold! Lol that's what you should watch...it is soooooooo good. Especially if you listen to the original by Kiiara. You will then truly appreciate their version even more. Also all the Evolution of Videos. My faves are, Evolution of MJ, Beyonce, Arianna Grande, and Rhianna! Also Making of Evergreen is pretty cool to watch and see the behind the scenes of how they record! Enjoy the journey!
There is a trio of a cappella groups that seem to get a lot of attention. You've discovered Pentatonix and Voiceplay. Home Free is another rabbit hole to explore. They won the Sing Off the season after Pentatonix won. If you decide to react to them, It seems "Man of Constant Sorrow" is the most popular. My favorite is American Pie featuring Don McLean and The Butts Remix featuring, well, you know... The Home Free group would be a bunch of guys you would like to hang out at a bar with and down a few beers.
To carry your Mitch analogy a step further…almost everyone else is doing arithmetic…Mitch is doing Quantum Physics!!! Mitch is so amazing that the other bandmates (especially Scott) admit to stopping singing in the middle of a performance and listening to Mitch…when he gets wound up, I don’t think even he knows his limits! They really are each others biggest fans!!!
Avi Kaplan is the only member of Pentatonix that has left. Matt is the only new guy who joined in 2017. Scott, Mitch , Kirsten and Kevin are all originals.
I always enjoy your videos and look forward to more - Truth is, Pentatonix don't do covers, they do upgrades - For something a little different, try their upgrades of Kiiara's "Gold" or Ariana Grande's "Problem" - Their range is amazing -- Honest, this bunch can sing anything - C
I don't know which is better, Mitch or Scott, but both are clsssical. Together, Pentatonix is a well oiled machine. Glad you liked this one! For PTX you need to check out "the making of Evergreen video, which dives headlong into their creative process, especislly focusing on The Prayer. It will explain a lot...
Mitch’s crystal clear countertenor voice is so beautiful, my appreciation for his voice triggered recommendations for me to listen to Dimash. Run To You is an original of theirs, composed by Avi and Kevin, it’s a love story that comes to an end due to the passing of one of the couples members and the other pretty much asking to go to heaven with their love, so emotional and beautiful, of course sad, that would be a great introduction to their original music. Thank you for sharing your thoughts Nick, this is a beautiful rendition of this song, probably my favorite ❤.
If you think this was the angelic Mitch, tell about this side of him. Scott and Mitch have a side channel called SuperFruit, On there Scott talked Mitch into doing his favorite song from his favorite Broadway musical, the Play is called Wicked, the song is Defying Gravity. The play is the Wizard of Oz told from the perspective of the witches. In this song one witch Elphaba (strange name I know) is arguing with Glenda about learning how to be the first witch to fly on a broom. (the name Defying Gravity makes sense now). You kind of need to understand all of this to not only understand the song, but their "costumes". ua-cam.com/video/vdNSi07T5GQ/v-deo.html
As I said elsewhere, PTX is the best example ever, of people following their hearts and finding their true soul's purpose!! I think that's why they create magic!! 😊❤ Suggestions; an original of their's "Sing", their cover of RADIOACTIVE with Lindsey Sterling violinist/dancer. You get to see Kevin "cello-boxing" he's just insanely talented!! You also should see, "Daft Punk Medley" earned them their first Grammy!! The Sound of Silence is frickin awesome!! I also think that Bohemian Rhapsody will blow your mind!! I could go on and on their catalog is HUGE! I'm sure other Pentaholics will have many more to suggest! 😊
Sometimes gifts from God can't be understood and all you are left with is appreciating them. The scope and depth of their material is immense. You can scratch the surface of their diversity with 90's Dance Medly, Mary Did You Know, Prayers for this World, Be My Eyes, Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy, Can't Hold Us. All very different. All very much PTX.
6:00 LOVING the stoichiometry reference! LOL. You're the first person I've ever heard combine the two things I love most in the world - Pentatonix - and Chemistry.
ILIKE complementative. Only Avi has left, Matt took his place. Unmatchable in vocal harmonies. Soul touching. When they all blend it is pure magic. Home Free is the 2nd biggest A Capella out there. Try When a man love a Woman by Home Free.
Nick, if you get the opportunity to check out PTX's cover of "Radioactive" by Imagine Dragon, you'll be able to appreciate Kevin even more as you can see him "cello-box."
Where next? If you want harmony, I think the most beautiful harmonies Pentatonix has recorded are in their original song, "Run To You," written by Avi and Kevin. There's no percussion, and no lead singer, just glorious five part harmony throughout.
The video, The Making of Evergreen shows their recording process and how they work together and at the end they get to hear the final product of this song and even they are impressed with their work. It's a MUST-SEE video. I loved your reaction to this. You have a very expressive face and it tells all. BTW, loved the slap (Mitch slap) on your cheek. LOL
I love watching new PTX reactors. I've seen this video many times and noticed you were taking the deep breaths the same time as I do...which I do every time! Thanks!! I think you've been told this, but only one member change in the group - the bass Matt replaced Avi Kaplan in 2017.
Great reaction and yes a big Mitch slap. He literally reaches into your heart with his singing. It moves me so much. Also the to and from between Scott and Mitch on this one is one of the most beautiful things I've ever heard. If you are interested in seeing their process I would really recommend the 'Making of Evergreen' which is the album that The Prayer is on. It's a fascinating look at how they bring everything together.
I think this is the first time Scott has done Italian, but they have done Spanish, French, and Japanese in several songs. I think you are ready for a live performance from Christmas Under the Stars, not a Christmas song. Absolutely stunning if you can handle 5-part harmony, My Heart with You. ua-cam.com/video/4Eo2_vkVTU0/v-deo.html
If you feel the need for one long Mitch slap (or several smaller ones), Pentatonix Aha live at the Star Vista Singapore is one to add to your future reactions. It's a fun little song and you get Avi's low speaker blowing bass and Mitch belting out some incredible high's. Just my opinion. Seeing them live again in September and can't wait!!
Nick, I thoroughly appreciate and enjoy your reactions. I believe you are definitely a Pentaholic now. You asked what you were most impressed by: vocals, harmonies, their synergy and their dynamics together….ALL OF THEM! I am going to their concert in Tampa, FL on Thursday August 10th. I am soooo EXCITED 😊
There are the 3 big acapella groups that you need to check out as they are all very different. An apt analogy is the high school one, PTX is the student council, Voiceplay is the theatre department and Home Free are the cool guys you just love hanging out with. They're all spectacular in their own ways,
There is a behind the scenes recording of Evergreen album and towards the end the group is listening the final version of the Prayer and it is fun to see how much they are taken by how beautiful it is. Mitch is in the back on his phone just nonchalantly saying thanks. Only one member change . Avi the bass left and Matt the bass took his place. At some point in every PTX fan’s journey you have to watch their performances on the sing off to understand where they came from. And if you’ve not heard about it, Scott and Mitch had a side project called Superfruit. Another fun rabbit hole.
Hi. Thank you for your review of this stunner. They are simply the best You would like a behind the scenes video. Of PTX “Making Evergreen”. The album this song was on. It shows them putting it together and it’s super interesting. We will watch with you
YEAAAAAAAAA !!! Thankyou, thank you, thank you for doing this one. It always leaves me feeling hopeful. This one brings tears to my eyes all the time. They put so much feeling in all they do, but this one hits home for me. You should probably check out some of their Christmas songs. One of the first ones I ever heard was "Little Drummer Boy", "Mary Did You Know" and "Carol of the Bells", which you will notice that Mitch doesn't seem to breath for minutes at a time. It's unreal !! And yes you are right about their catalogue of songs is EPIC ! BTW, your forgiven on the name thing, AND you are now an official Pentaholic !! Welcome to the PTX rabbit hole !!🤣🤣👏👏👏👏
Haven’t seen anyone request this, but, 90’s Medley is super fun and Love Again (EDM) is highly underrated. That song alone should have won them a Grammy. I believe it’s an original.
There is a "Behind the Scenes" video if it doesn't spoil the magic for you. Kirstin talks about bringing the Great Outdoors inside the sound stage and Kevin said there was too much snow on his face the first time. You also notice to the right as the spot light is rolled behind them. Mitch's birthday was a few days ago (31) and Scott got married early July and Kirstin's baby girl just had her 1st birthday the end of June. Kevin's daughter's birthday is in April. I don't give specifics for their privacy, but just because they are not on tour -- they are busy.
I would recommend “the filming of Evergreen”, it shows their recording process and it really highlights how much work they put in, they are perfectionists and it shows in the magic that they create! Also they’re coming out with a new song august 11th.
Came for Bo, so happy to see you diving into PTX! The fanbase is rabidly nerdy but come in such good faith- please try to interpret corrections as helpful even though they can be like a tsunami- people are just psyched to share their knowledge! As for recommendations, you can't go wrong. I enjoy it when people react to two versions of a song. Like, the original of Gold vs the PTX version, or the PTX official video of Aha! vs the Aha! Live in Singapore video. Also, since you've already watched the official video for Hallelujah, the live Hallelujah from the Christmas Special is a great way to see how close they are live to recording. I second other recommendations to react to the Making of Evergreen as well. PTX are endlessly flawless. As for members of PTX doing other things, I recommend Home Free ft Avi doing Ring of Fire, KO Down, Avi Kaplan Change on the Rise, and Superfruit GUY.exe. I'll provide links in a reply here.
Gold original: ua-cam.com/video/sO9cBXRcBvo/v-deo.html Gold PTX: ua-cam.com/video/mW0T0F7VquA/v-deo.html Aha! official video: ua-cam.com/video/qxY9qkfZMI8/v-deo.html Aha! Live in Singapore: ua-cam.com/video/aT2Nm4fYmI4/v-deo.html Hallelujah live: ua-cam.com/video/haFHrfmfHbc/v-deo.html Recording of Evergreen short film: ua-cam.com/video/M60SKKkQLqo/v-deo.html Home Free Ring of Fire: ua-cam.com/video/0l3dsHCScxU/v-deo.html KO Down: ua-cam.com/video/IGjg193h4Ok/v-deo.html Avi Change on the Rise: ua-cam.com/video/382BTxLNrow/v-deo.html GUY.exe: ua-cam.com/video/r2Kh_XMIDPU/v-deo.html
They mesh so well together and are completely comfortable with each other because Mitch, Scott, and Kirstie grew up together and love each other like siblings.. there has only been one member leave and that was Avi, in 2017. They have been Pentatonix since 2011. Matt replaced Avi, the only change. You would probably enjoy watching them work together in the studio on this song as well as others on their album Evergreen.. PENTATONIX - THE RECORDING OF EVERGREEN
This is the song that turned me into an instant Pentaholic after not hearing them since their first YT viral vid, Somebody I Used to Know, years ago. I listened to this at least 20 times in a row when it came out in Oct. 2021, and have listened to them daily since then. Must listens: Amazing Grace, Can’t Hold Us, Evolution of Michael Jackson, Gold, Love Again (original), Can You Feel the Love Tonight, Mitch’s solo cover of Your Power (Billie Eilish), Mad World, Joyful Joyful (live from the Evergreen Experience)….. and about 300 more. 😊
No worries on the names. We know it's a lot to take in all at once. And there have not been two member changes in PTX... only one. After six years as their phenomenal bass and sound effects support (did we tell you Avi can sing two notes at once?), Avi Kaplan left in 2017. He was replaced by Matt Sallee. That's the only member change the group has had.
IMHO this rates right at the top of their achievements. A very close second is their rendition of Say Something. The sheer talent on display here is mindboggling. And that applies to the actual production as well. Have a look at some of their originals as well, particularly Love Again, Prayers for this World, Sing and Run to you.
I would love to see you react to: [Official Video] Can't Hold Us - Pentatonix (Macklemore & Ryan Lewis cover) Such a contrast from what you’ve listened to so far. PTX’s talent is beyond measure! Also, I think you’ll really enjoy their “Evolution of” Start with Evolution of Michael Jackson - Pentatonix because who doesn’t know and love M.J. Thank you! ❤️
Hi Nick, welcome to the rabbit hole. lol. There are so many we could recommend. Ive yet to see anything that didn't blow me away. Id like to recommend a few that are totally different styles from each other. You have to watch AMAZING GRACE, PROBLEM, SHALLOW, BLINDING LIGHTS and THANK YOU. Enjoy the ride. I love watching your reactions because your face says it all.
Can You Feel the Love Tonight hi-lights everyone. Mary Did You Know (in my opinion) is their best Christmas song. There are so many:bohemian rhapsody, 90.’s dance compilation, Michael Jackson compilation. Thad’s a (very) few. Happy listening.
I’m enjoying your PTX reactions! I think The Prayer is one of their best, or at least one of my favorites. Two songs with the Wall of Sound are Mary Did You Know? and Mad World. Some favorites: Can You Feel the Love Tonight, Havana, Sing (PTX original). Subscribed & looking forward to your rabbit hole exploration!
I wish this single song had been nominated for a Grammy instead of the whole album. It would have won for sure.
Agreed
It deserves one
Except, the people who award Grammys are the same people who nominate for Grammys, and they obviously thought the album was more worthy than the song, drat it!
They’ve only had one member change, when Avi Kaplan left in 2017 and Matt Sallee joined them. I think you would really enjoy their video Pentatonix - The Recording of Evergreen. That’s the album this song is from.
@@margretrosenberg420 What I heard, from somebody in the know, is the Grammy requested the normals stuff for the song, the year it came out, but the recording company didn't get them what they needed in time. So they missed it. The next year since it technically had been nominated the year before, as far as the Grammy's were concerned, it was not eligable as a single, so SME just threw the whole albulm at them. Personally that wasn't their best album in my opinion, but that's me. So there were a few other albums that had more appeal. Now as I said, that is what I heard it may not be true, I can't verify it I don't have that kind of pull, but this person is close enough to some of the players that they do have access to this kind of information.
Mitch Grassi doesn’t just sing, he slays. Every. Single. Time.
As much as we all love Mitchs high notes, hia lower register in "Amazing Grace" is just stunning!
Yesssss his lower register is so beautiful too. And Kirstin absolutely KILLS IT on her verse in amazing grace. Highly recommend
@AmandaSmith-zr8mn absolutely! Not to mention the "Kevin slap", and beautiful opening
His lower register is most prominent in Take On Me… when reactors realize its Mitch doing the high and low parts it’s pretty epic.
Recommend their version of Amazing Grace.
@@melissacoviello2886I totally agree!! This song is a different kind of Mitch slap!!
There has only been one member switch....Avi left in 2017 and Matt came in as bass. Thank you for your enthusiastic reaction. You are forgiven. I'm sure Kevin forgives you, too. You might like to watch the video of how they recorded this song and the others songs on their "Evergreen Christmas album", too. It really shows how they work together. Here is the link: ua-cam.com/video/M60SKKkQLqo/v-deo.html
If you want another impressive Mitch led Christmas number then Carol of the Bells is amazing. I challenge you to work out how Mitch breathes in that, he seems to sing for over 30seconds non-stop!
Thank you for mentioning Kevin. I don't think he gets the recognition he so rightly deserves.
If you haven't listened to their Christmas live video of Hallelujah, please watch it. It shows their great talent! Unbelievable performance!! Enjoy your reactions!
This performance is just flawless...Scott's Italian, Kirstie belting, Matts bass, Kevins beat (I also love the tunk, tunk tunk towards the end) and Mitch iust being Mitch!
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So glad you did this one. They received a Grammy nomination for their album, Evergreen, that has this song on it. Unfortunately they didn’t win this time. They have three Grammys. There has only been one member change. Avi, original bass, left in 2017 and Matt Sallee joined as bass in 2018. The other four are original members. Love your reactions. Imagine, Sing (an original), Problem, Ride, We are Young, Cheerleader, or any of their “Evolution of” videos. Just pick your favorite.💕💕
Damn, they really deserve it based off what I’ve seen
@@nickforell1, not sure if you've seen a documentary type video they put out called :The Making of Evergreen. It's a 20 minute video that includes bits of their studio time in the making of the entire album...and includes bits of their work on this song, The Prayer. It's quite informative on how the group works together and acts like a family, sharing, bolstering each other, working thru tough parts, learning and rearranging bits. It's a lot of fun and quite eye-opening. I think it's time to do a reaction to it.
So full, so rich, so luscious. Only one change in the line-up since they formed though. Original bass Avi Kaplan left in 2017, which is when Matt Sallee joined. I keep forgetting to point this out: Mitch does a little shiver at the very beginning that really sells the wintry set. I have a feeling they were all pretty sweaty in reality. Loved your reaction, as always. Keep ‘em coming! Peace …
Please check out their "Gold" cover of Kiiara.....it is done live and I believe in 1 take...so, so good....watch out for the Mitch slap!
Hey Nick, another great reaction to PTX. I had trouble remembering Matt's name after he joined the group. I had to look up his picture with his name beside it and memorize it that way. For those who do reactions, but are bad with the names of group members, I have a suggestion. If it is a group you think you may react to more than once, it might be a good idea to print a photo of the group and write the name of each member on the photo, put it on a card, and have it in front of you each time you react to that group. Not only do you have a visual cue, but writing the names helps memory retention. Just a suggestion, so take it for what you paid for it.
The term for the big belting blend is call "the wall of sound"....PTX does it quite a bit in songs...and they do it VERY well. Glad you are on this journey.
The "wall of sound" in "Imagine" is a whole other level. It leaves most reactors speechless
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Came here to say this. The imagine wall of sounds punches you right in the feels
You are early in the dive into the rabbit hole, but since you have heard this, I think you could get a lot of insight into their dynamic by watching 'The Recording of Evergreen', the album this came from. It gives a terrific look at what their process of developing and shaping their songs as well as who they are as people. They are as 'real' as it comes. It is filmed by Kirstie's significant other, father of her baby, Ben and also shows the mostly unseen 6th member Ben Bram. He is a large part of the crafting of their art. We Pentaholics are all up for watching you watch even though it is longer than the usual reaction. Most of us have seen it many times and are happy to share it again. Enjoying your reactions!
I second that wholeheartedly!
Plus you get a taste of other sings from the album.
I think I have seen this one about a 1,000 Xs thank you so much
Can't Hold Us is so much fun! If you want to see them do a mind blowing live performance, please check out their AHA Live FROM Singapore at Star Vista (has to be this specific video). It is next level Mitch!❤❤❤❤❤
Singapore was a mitch show lol
It is also next level Avi.
@@carolhartman727 OMG yes!
I agree...Avi could have blown a speaker and Mitch could have shattered glass
Oh yes! It’s truly an amazing performance
You spoke total truth saying Mitch’s voice is angelic. It has to be the closest example to the way God’s angels sing that human ears have ever experienced! No other voice has ever touched my heart like his. When him and Kirsten sing together in this song, it is so amazing and then Mitch and Scott finish it off with harmony that is not describable at all. Of course it would not be complete without Kevin and Matt! We would absolutely notice if they were removed from the song! They all just belong together! Heavenly! ❤️
So glad you’re enjoying this PTX journey! We Pentaholics love watching new people discover them and always watch for the Mitch slap.
I love so much about this song but one of my favorite parts is watching Mitch and Kirsti trade belts in the same register.
Next up Gold…it will blow you away how easy they make it look. Just 5 people sitting around on a couch jamming. Or another good one is “Can you feel the love tonight “ from the Lion King.
Mitch's phrasing is absolutely divine. When you watch his early high school performances, it was always there. Master of his craft, for sure❤.
This is my number 1 favorite song of Pentatonix especially the part of Mitch. OMG as if you are in heaven when you hear this song. I love you Pentatonix especially Mitch❤
A rite of passage for all Pentaholics is to be Mitch slapped at least once! This is such a beautiful version of this song. You put these five together and you get pure magic! Thanks Nick! You need to include Home Free in your a cappella exploration!
Thank you Jamie! They are just so talented its crazy. Home Free is definitely going to be happening, I'm having too much fun
Usually more than one Mitch slap. I saw a reaction video the other day to PTX's version of Bohemian Rhapsody. It was the first time the reactor had ever heard Pentatonix, and that particular song contains at least 3 Mitch-slap moments, not to mention the equivalents from Avi, Kirstie, Kevin, and Scott. I think we really should introduce people to these things more gently, give them time to recover from the first before they're hit by another.
It's the famous Pentatonix Wall of Sound hitting you. I see them tomorrow in concert and I am levitating with excitement. Only one member has left, Avi, and he was replaced by Matt.
“Mary did you know” is another moving one to watch
And Mitch's favorite.
💗💗💗 They are individually so talented, however, when put together, it is truly magical 💗💗💗 And although I love every one of the Pentatonix, Mitch has a special place in my heart, maybe because being one of the rarest of males voices, a counter tenor, feels so exquisite to my ears 💗💗💗 P.S. Don't apologize for rambling, that is why we tune in! 😊
Love this one, definitely one of my favs. One performance that not many have reacted to is The National Anthem specifically at the 2023 CFB National Championship game. The people that were in attendance and familiar with PTX said that others around them thought they were faking it because when Mitch takes off with his high notes Kirstin is just standing there with her mouth closed and I guess it confused them? 🤷🏼♀️ I mean I kinda get it, nobody ever expects that beautiful voice to come out of Mitch, but still. And Matt with his bass is beautiful. It is all gorgeous. I showed my mother and she cried! It is really that great. T ✌🏻
GOOSEBUMPS all over with this song!! One vocal coach I watched who was reacting to this cried "Sing, my angels!!! SING!!" LOL!! That's pretty accurate! I find myself saying that every time I hear this. I also remember reading a review of this performance, where the person said when they all come together in the middle of the song to sing together, "Get ready for impact!" That's ONE way to put it! Such a beautiful cover of this song. Knew you would love it.
There are so many must listens for Pentatonix - Imagine, Shallow, Say Something, Come Along, Mad World, O Come All Ye Faithful, and then there is their original music. You are doing great! Just keep on going.
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Suggestions - Can you Feel the Love Tonight, Happy Now, Havana, Be My Eyes, My Heart With You, - so many more.
I knew it would happen! That is the face of someone who just heard and fell in love with the unbelievable voice of Mitch Grassi.
This showcased Mitch range and mastery of his vocals.
Mitch has done some solo work under the name Messer. He covered a Billie Eilish sone called Your Power. He really is superb. Also, Mitch and Scott did a UA-cam channel called Superfruit with songs and funny skits. Kirstie also put out solo work. Kevin, OMG he has a UA-cam channel as well which will knock you out. Kevin is also a great singer. When PTX formed the planets aligned in a truly spectacular way. You have quite a way to go with PTX but it is a journey you will love.
I know you are a new PTX watcher but only one person has left the group - AVI. He was replaced by Matt. I get goose bumps every time I hear them sing most of their songs. Can you imagine what their high school music teacher must have felt having Scott, Mitch and Kirsten in her vocal music class?!?
I can’t imagine. I bet she/ he is so proud
Only 1 member change in their 12 years. Matt Sallee joined in 2017 after Avi Kaplan left the group.
Gold!Gold!Gold!Gold!
Lol that's what you should watch...it is soooooooo good. Especially if you listen to the original by Kiiara. You will then truly appreciate their version even more. Also all the Evolution of Videos. My faves are, Evolution of MJ, Beyonce, Arianna Grande, and Rhianna!
Also Making of Evergreen is pretty cool to watch and see the behind the scenes of how they record!
Enjoy the journey!
There is a trio of a cappella groups that seem to get a lot of attention. You've discovered Pentatonix and Voiceplay. Home Free is another rabbit hole to explore. They won the Sing Off the season after Pentatonix won. If you decide to react to them, It seems "Man of Constant Sorrow" is the most popular. My favorite is American Pie featuring Don McLean and The Butts Remix featuring, well, you know... The Home Free group would be a bunch of guys you would like to hang out at a bar with and down a few beers.
To carry your Mitch analogy a step further…almost everyone else is doing arithmetic…Mitch is doing Quantum Physics!!!
Mitch is so amazing that the other bandmates (especially Scott) admit to stopping singing in the middle of a performance and listening to Mitch…when he gets wound up, I don’t think even he knows his limits!
They really are each others biggest fans!!!
Only Avi Kaplan, bass, has left.
Thank you!
Unique? One of a kind? That's Mitch❤❤. This group is just amazing. Thank you
Couldn't agree more!
Avi Kaplan is the only member of Pentatonix that has left. Matt is the only new guy who joined in 2017.
Scott, Mitch , Kirsten and Kevin are all originals.
I always enjoy your videos and look forward to more - Truth is, Pentatonix don't do covers, they do upgrades - For something a little different, try their upgrades of Kiiara's "Gold" or Ariana Grande's "Problem" - Their range is amazing -- Honest, this bunch can sing anything - C
Only one person departed: Avi Kaplan...who was replaced by Matt Sallee. No one else is different.
The world needs more Baritone Scott.....Italian or not.
Avi is the only member who has left in 2017. Matt joined after Avi left. Anything they do you will love!
I don't know which is better, Mitch or Scott, but both are clsssical. Together, Pentatonix is a well oiled machine. Glad you liked this one! For PTX you need to check out "the making of Evergreen video, which dives headlong into their creative process, especislly focusing on The Prayer. It will explain a lot...
Mitch’s crystal clear countertenor voice is so beautiful, my appreciation for his voice triggered recommendations for me to listen to Dimash. Run To You is an original of theirs, composed by Avi and Kevin, it’s a love story that comes to an end due to the passing of one of the couples members and the other pretty much asking to go to heaven with their love, so emotional and beautiful, of course sad, that would be a great introduction to their original music. Thank you for sharing your thoughts Nick, this is a beautiful rendition of this song, probably my favorite ❤.
So happy you picked this one. It is so lovely like a religious experience. And Mitch.....no words.
Yeah it’s pretty bewildering how good this is
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If you want a 180 degree change you should do CAN'T HOLD US next. That will take you from this angelic song to a fun rap song!
Speaking of a religious experience, their version of Amazing Grace is phenomenal and gives me chills.
If you think this was the angelic Mitch, tell about this side of him. Scott and Mitch have a side channel called SuperFruit, On there Scott talked Mitch into doing his favorite song from his favorite Broadway musical, the Play is called Wicked, the song is Defying Gravity. The play is the Wizard of Oz told from the perspective of the witches. In this song one witch Elphaba (strange name I know) is arguing with Glenda about learning how to be the first witch to fly on a broom. (the name Defying Gravity makes sense now). You kind of need to understand all of this to not only understand the song, but their "costumes". ua-cam.com/video/vdNSi07T5GQ/v-deo.html
Mitch’s voice always brings me to tears, Angelic is the right word.
As I said elsewhere, PTX is the best example ever, of people following their hearts and finding their true soul's purpose!! I think that's why they create magic!! 😊❤ Suggestions; an original of their's "Sing", their cover of RADIOACTIVE with Lindsey Sterling violinist/dancer. You get to see Kevin "cello-boxing" he's just insanely talented!! You also should see, "Daft Punk Medley" earned them their first Grammy!! The Sound of Silence is frickin awesome!! I also think that Bohemian Rhapsody will blow your mind!! I could go on and on their catalog is HUGE! I'm sure other Pentaholics will have many more to suggest! 😊
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He's already done Daft Punk and Bohemian Rhapsody. 🙂 They were his 2nd and 3rd reactions after starting with Hallelujah .
Just one person left - Avi. And Kristie, Mitch and Scott have been friends since they were around 10. Sang in high school together.
When I hear this rendition, I. Stop. Breathing. Everytime.
You should try Superfruit … Hilarity and beauty from Scott and Mitch. My favorites are Frozen Medley and Defying Gravity.
Sometimes gifts from God can't be understood and all you are left with is appreciating them. The scope and depth of their material is immense. You can scratch the surface of their diversity with 90's Dance Medly, Mary Did You Know, Prayers for this World, Be My Eyes, Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy, Can't Hold Us. All very different. All very much PTX.
6:00 LOVING the stoichiometry reference! LOL. You're the first person I've ever heard combine the two things I love most in the world - Pentatonix - and Chemistry.
ILIKE complementative. Only Avi has left, Matt took his place. Unmatchable in vocal harmonies. Soul touching. When they all blend it is pure magic. Home Free is the 2nd biggest A Capella out there. Try When a man love a Woman by Home Free.
Nick, if you get the opportunity to check out PTX's cover of "Radioactive" by Imagine Dragon, you'll be able to appreciate Kevin even more as you can see him "cello-box."
There's something about their harmonic vibrations that gets to the bones and innards. Shakes me up in a good way.
Pretty epic!
Where next? If you want harmony, I think the most beautiful harmonies Pentatonix has recorded are in their original song, "Run To You," written by Avi and Kevin. There's no percussion, and no lead singer, just glorious five part harmony throughout.
The video, The Making of Evergreen shows their recording process and how they work together and at the end they get to hear the final product of this song and even they are impressed with their work. It's a MUST-SEE video. I loved your reaction to this. You have a very expressive face and it tells all. BTW, loved the slap (Mitch slap) on your cheek. LOL
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I love watching new PTX reactors. I've seen this video many times and noticed you were taking the deep breaths the same time as I do...which I do every time! Thanks!! I think you've been told this, but only one member change in the group - the bass Matt replaced Avi Kaplan in 2017.
Great reaction and yes a big Mitch slap. He literally reaches into your heart with his singing. It moves me so much. Also the to and from between Scott and Mitch on this one is one of the most beautiful things I've ever heard. If you are interested in seeing their process I would really recommend the 'Making of Evergreen' which is the album that The Prayer is on. It's a fascinating look at how they bring everything together.
I think this is the first time Scott has done Italian, but they have done Spanish, French, and Japanese in several songs.
I think you are ready for a live performance from Christmas Under the Stars, not a Christmas song. Absolutely stunning if you can handle 5-part harmony, My Heart with You. ua-cam.com/video/4Eo2_vkVTU0/v-deo.html
And Korean.
❤ Love your reaction. Maybe watch an original Love Again or a cover of Macklemore and Ryan Lewis Can't Hold Us.
If you feel the need for one long Mitch slap (or several smaller ones), Pentatonix Aha live at the Star Vista Singapore is one to add to your future reactions. It's a fun little song and you get Avi's low speaker blowing bass and Mitch belting out some incredible high's. Just my opinion. Seeing them live again in September and can't wait!!
Mitch + Red Bull = amazing!
🤞🤞I'm supposed to see PTX tomorrow....I can't wait.
Nick, I thoroughly appreciate and enjoy your reactions. I believe you are definitely a Pentaholic now. You asked what you were most impressed by: vocals, harmonies, their synergy and their dynamics together….ALL OF THEM!
I am going to their concert in Tampa, FL on Thursday August 10th. I am soooo EXCITED 😊
Please do Say Something so simple yet beautiful and Kevin playing his cello and beat boxing, also Kirstie has the lead which is unusual.
next could be "Imagine" and love watching your face. nice watching someone new find them~
you really need to react to Mr. Kevin's cover of "Down" it will give you a new respect of this man's talent
As far as know only one person has left, and that was Avi. You should give their cover of Imagine a listen.
Mitch's part is usually sung by a woman. He's just incredible. I love everything about Mitch. ❤️
Mitch is a Contra Tenor - they don’t sing the “girl’s” part.
@@lizgray5750 I mean the song The Prayer. In other versions the part Mitch is singing is usually sung by a woman. I.e. Celine Dion amongst others.
Mitch is a counter-tenor and sings 6 octaves higher than most people worldwide.
Awesome Reaction -- Love this so much!!
Just saw PTX in concert Thurs. they are every bit as flawless live. ❤
If you loved this, I recommend their song “Thank You”! It’s an original that Scott wrote about his (now) husband Mark!
You should watch the recording of Evergreen. It includes the members hearing the recording for the first time. Excellent!
There are the 3 big acapella groups that you need to check out as they are all very different. An apt analogy is the high school one, PTX is the student council, Voiceplay is the theatre department and Home Free are the cool guys you just love hanging out with. They're all spectacular in their own ways,
Pentatonics is all you need to listen to because they're hands down the best in my opinion!!
There is a behind the scenes recording of Evergreen album and towards the end the group is listening the final version of the Prayer and it is fun to see how much they are taken by how beautiful it is. Mitch is in the back on his phone just nonchalantly saying thanks. Only one member change . Avi the bass left and Matt the bass took his place. At some point in every PTX fan’s journey you have to watch their performances on the sing off to understand where they came from. And if you’ve not heard about it, Scott and Mitch had a side project called Superfruit. Another fun rabbit hole.
Hi. Thank you for your review of this stunner. They are simply the best
You would like a behind the scenes video. Of PTX “Making Evergreen”. The album this song was on. It shows them putting it together and it’s super interesting. We will watch with you
Great suggestion! Would love to see how they come to making a final version
YEAAAAAAAAA !!! Thankyou, thank you, thank you for doing this one. It always leaves me feeling hopeful. This one brings tears to my eyes all the time. They put so much feeling in all they do, but this one hits home for me. You should probably check out some of their Christmas songs. One of the first ones I ever heard was "Little Drummer Boy", "Mary Did You Know" and "Carol of the Bells", which you will notice that Mitch doesn't seem to breath for minutes at a time. It's unreal !! And yes you are right about their catalogue of songs is EPIC ! BTW, your forgiven on the name thing, AND you are now an official Pentaholic !! Welcome to the PTX rabbit hole !!🤣🤣👏👏👏👏
Haven’t seen anyone request this, but, 90’s Medley is super fun and Love Again (EDM) is highly underrated. That song alone should have won them a Grammy. I believe it’s an original.
There is a "Behind the Scenes" video if it doesn't spoil the magic for you. Kirstin talks about bringing the Great Outdoors inside the sound stage and Kevin said there was too much snow on his face the first time. You also notice to the right as the spot light is rolled behind them.
Mitch's birthday was a few days ago (31) and Scott got married early July and Kirstin's baby girl just had her 1st birthday the end of June. Kevin's daughter's birthday is in April. I don't give specifics for their privacy, but just because they are not on tour -- they are busy.
Look up all the times Mitch has blown us out the water or his best high notes
I would recommend “the filming of Evergreen”, it shows their recording process and it really highlights how much work they put in, they are perfectionists and it shows in the magic that they create!
Also they’re coming out with a new song august 11th.
Came for Bo, so happy to see you diving into PTX! The fanbase is rabidly nerdy but come in such good faith- please try to interpret corrections as helpful even though they can be like a tsunami- people are just psyched to share their knowledge!
As for recommendations, you can't go wrong. I enjoy it when people react to two versions of a song. Like, the original of Gold vs the PTX version, or the PTX official video of Aha! vs the Aha! Live in Singapore video. Also, since you've already watched the official video for Hallelujah, the live Hallelujah from the Christmas Special is a great way to see how close they are live to recording. I second other recommendations to react to the Making of Evergreen as well. PTX are endlessly flawless. As for members of PTX doing other things, I recommend Home Free ft Avi doing Ring of Fire, KO Down, Avi Kaplan Change on the Rise, and Superfruit GUY.exe. I'll provide links in a reply here.
Gold original: ua-cam.com/video/sO9cBXRcBvo/v-deo.html
Gold PTX: ua-cam.com/video/mW0T0F7VquA/v-deo.html
Aha! official video: ua-cam.com/video/qxY9qkfZMI8/v-deo.html
Aha! Live in Singapore: ua-cam.com/video/aT2Nm4fYmI4/v-deo.html
Hallelujah live: ua-cam.com/video/haFHrfmfHbc/v-deo.html
Recording of Evergreen short film: ua-cam.com/video/M60SKKkQLqo/v-deo.html
Home Free Ring of Fire: ua-cam.com/video/0l3dsHCScxU/v-deo.html
KO Down: ua-cam.com/video/IGjg193h4Ok/v-deo.html
Avi Change on the Rise: ua-cam.com/video/382BTxLNrow/v-deo.html
GUY.exe: ua-cam.com/video/r2Kh_XMIDPU/v-deo.html
btw I'm a patron, joined for your Make Happy video, looking forward to more where that came from. Hope that this list of links is helpful :)
Pentatonics makes me get goose bumps, and tears with SO many songs. They never disappoint ! Love them !
They mesh so well together and are completely comfortable with each other because Mitch, Scott, and Kirstie grew up together and love each other like siblings.. there has only been one member leave and that was Avi, in 2017. They have been Pentatonix since 2011. Matt replaced Avi, the only change.
You would probably enjoy watching them work together in the studio on this song as well as others on their album Evergreen.. PENTATONIX - THE RECORDING OF EVERGREEN
Okay thank you for the details! Evergreen!
Mitch will make you cry!!!!!
Saw them in concert! They are ahhhhmazing!
This is the song that turned me into an instant Pentaholic after not hearing them since their first YT viral vid, Somebody I Used to Know, years ago. I listened to this at least 20 times in a row when it came out in Oct. 2021, and have listened to them daily since then. Must listens: Amazing Grace, Can’t Hold Us, Evolution of Michael Jackson, Gold, Love Again (original), Can You Feel the Love Tonight, Mitch’s solo cover of Your Power (Billie Eilish), Mad World, Joyful Joyful (live from the Evergreen Experience)….. and about 300 more. 😊
No worries on the names. We know it's a lot to take in all at once. And there have not been two member changes in PTX... only one. After six years as their phenomenal bass and sound effects support (did we tell you Avi can sing two notes at once?), Avi Kaplan left in 2017. He was replaced by Matt Sallee. That's the only member change the group has had.
Pop Spring 2016, 3 originals and Evolution of Michael Jackson... LIVE and flawless
The whole package!
IMHO this rates right at the top of their achievements. A very close second is their rendition of Say Something. The sheer talent on display here is mindboggling. And that applies to the actual production as well. Have a look at some of their originals as well, particularly Love Again, Prayers for this World, Sing and Run to you.
Completely agree. So incredibly amazing
Voiceplay. Tomorrow, Friday. Drunken Sailor. Noon est.
Just 6 sailors drinking, singing and having a good time. So much fun.
The Pentatonix wall of sound is unrivaled
I would love to see you react to:
[Official Video] Can't Hold Us - Pentatonix (Macklemore & Ryan Lewis cover)
Such a contrast from what you’ve listened to so far. PTX’s talent is beyond measure!
Also, I think you’ll really enjoy their “Evolution of”
Start with Evolution of Michael Jackson - Pentatonix
because who doesn’t know and love M.J.
Thank you! ❤️
Hi Nick, welcome to the rabbit hole. lol. There are so many we could recommend. Ive yet to see anything that didn't blow me away. Id like to recommend a few that are totally different styles from each other. You have to watch AMAZING GRACE, PROBLEM, SHALLOW, BLINDING LIGHTS and THANK YOU. Enjoy the ride. I love watching your reactions because your face says it all.
Can You Feel the Love Tonight hi-lights everyone. Mary Did You Know (in my opinion) is their best Christmas song. There are so many:bohemian rhapsody, 90.’s dance compilation, Michael Jackson compilation. Thad’s a (very) few. Happy listening.
I’m enjoying your PTX reactions! I think The Prayer is one of their best, or at least one of my favorites. Two songs with the Wall of Sound are Mary Did You Know? and Mad World. Some favorites: Can You Feel the Love Tonight, Havana, Sing (PTX original). Subscribed & looking forward to your rabbit hole exploration!