I'm actually pretty stunned that there is still anyone out there, especially in the music field, who has not heard of PTX yet, but I am glad that there is because it's so much fun to experience a first time listener!
I am still baffled myself honestly it's almost even disappointing i said how have I not heard of this awesomeness before I literally almost smack myself 🤣🤣
To me, the big shock is a music reactor specifically. PTX is one of the go-tos for music reactors. Years ago (and still with a lot of older videos) they never got copyright claimed. Their current label claims like crazy though. He may get lucky with this reaction though because these are old songs with a lot of different copyright holders. Their label may police it less.
I think you'd love their 2014 Grammy-winner, Daft Punk medley. They got their start in a 2011 a capella contest show called the Sing-Off, where the three friends Scott Hoying (baritone), Kirstin Maldonado (mezzo soprano, but more alto in recent years), and Mitch Grassi (tenor/countertenor), who had sung together in as The Trio in high school, were joined by beatboxer/cellist Kevin Olusola and bass Avi Kaplan (replaced in late 2016 by Matt Sallee, whom you saw in this video - the only personnel change in 10 years). Spoiler: they won the contest. But the recording contract they were promised as part of the prize fell through because the company didn't think it could market them. They took to UA-cam and other social media platforms, making videos non-stop and then touring relentlessly. Their catalog is rich and deep, evolving from mostly covers and medleys to a number of original songs now.
You pronounced correctly number one Try Bohemian Rhapsody, Daft Punk, Can't Holds Us, Amazing Grace. Any of their evolutions, MJ, Rihanna, Beyonce. It's a wild ride
First time hearing Pentatonix!! Welcome to our world - we are Pentaholics. Beat boxing? Incredible voices? Transitions? Vocal sounds? They are talented? Everybody can kinda sing a little bit? That guy is a problem? LOL --- You haven't heard anything yet!! PTX has a catalogue of over 200 songs. Suggest you react to every single one to answer all those questions. See you down the rabbit hole.
All a cappella. When they do use the rare instrument, will be prominently displayed in the video. Kevin, the beatboxer, will occasionally play his cello. They have been together for 10 years and have a couple of hundred song catalog.
Millions of records sold, 3 Grammys won, world tours. This is the premiere a cappella group in the world. They have been together 10 years with only one person change. Avi.-original base 2011-2017. Left friendly for illness in his family. Replaced by Matt 2017-now Their catalog is wide and deep. Not a bad song in the bunch. They are simply amazing
You are correct. Pentatonix is an acapella group and one of the best in the world with three Grammies. You may also want to watch their "Dance of the Sugarplum Fairies."
Welcome to the world of Pentatonix, or PTX for short. Get ready for a quick boost to your channel from their rabid fans who call ourselves “Pentaholics”. Here is my quick intro to the group for new fans. PTX is a five member “a Capella” (without instruments) vocal band formed in 2011 for the NBC television reality competition show “The Sing Off”. The original members are “the trio”, who went to high school together in Arlington, Texas made up of: SCOTT HOYING, male, 6’3”, usually blond, sings baritone, but has a wide vocal range and covers the bass line of songs when the normal bass is singing a lead. MITCH GRASSI, male, 5’10”, normally black hair but has changed body mass, wardrobe and hair style so much in videos he’s often mistaken for different people. Mitch has an amazingly high range (contra tenor) that some mistake for a second female voice. KIRSTIN MALDONADO, female, 5’4”, natural hair color is black but changes it often in videos. Kirsti (rhymes with “thirsty”) sings mezzo soprano and, for a time in 2018 between the group’s tours, had the female lead on Broadway in the production of “Kinky Boots”. Added to “the trio” for the show were: AVI KAPLAN, male, 5’11”, long dark hair, beard, usually wears a knit hat of some kind. Avi is a classically trained “basso profundo”. He provides the vocal bass line as well as added vocal percussion but often uses his upper registry to sing vocal leads in a number of arrangements. Avi is the ONLY member of the band that has change. He left on good terms in 2017 for reasons related to conflicting demands of the band’s touring schedule and his personal/family commitments. He assisted the group in finding his replacement Matt Sallee. KEVIN OLUSOLA male, 6’1”, black, changing hair style, is known as “KO” and was asked to join PTX to provide vocal percussion after Scott watched a UA-cam video of him “cello boxing” (beatboxing while playing his cello). KO is the classic over achiever of the group. He plays Cello, Piano, and Saxophone all at concert levels. He graduated pre-med from Yale, speaks Spanish and spent over a year in China where he became fluent in Chinese. He sings Tenor but vocals were not his strong suite when he started so he worked with other band members and a vocal coach until while on tour he would perform the featured vocals in "if I ever fall in love", (originally performed by guest artist Jason Derulo for the album and video). He also writes and produces music both individually and for the group. So, KO is more than “just the beatboxer”. The most recent member and the only change in the group’s membership is: MATT SALLEE, male, 5’9” black with usually close-cut black hair. Matt replaced Avi Kaplan in 2017 to provide vocals, vocal bass and percussion. Matt can be heard using his exceptional upper vocal range to provide a rich tenor/baritone lead often ending with a slide down to a deep bass punch. Things you need to know because if you get these wrong Pentaholics will come after you with pitch forks and torches! 1- There is NO Auto-Tune; what you hear is actually what they sing. They really are that good. The only exception is they may deliberately use Auto-Tune when they cover songs where it was used in the original and is key to the sound of that song. An example is "90's Dance Medley" when they use it in Cher’s, “Believe”. 2- What produces everything that you hear in the video, you see in the video. If there is an instrument used in the music, you see it on screen. Enjoy the ride.
Better than my last attempt at an intro. One small issue I have is that Mitch is a sopranist, not just a contratenor. Of course, all of them have larger ranges than can be described by one range term, he even drops into baritone when necessary (the higher end, at least). Still a fine intro :)
Yes this is all a capella, they are pretty much the Elite class in a capella. Check out Amazing Grace, Sound of Silence, Mad World, and New Rules x Are You That Somebody (just a few in my top ten)
Welcome to the wonderful world of acapella groups pentatonix, home free, and voice play the big 3 all have amazing vocals amazing bases and amazing beatboxing. Welcome to the Rabbit hole! It's an amazing journey that so far is never ending!!!
Welcome to Pentatonix! Thank you for your reaction. Their name comes from referring to the pentatonic scale something to do with the number 5. They were a trio, Scott the baritone (wearing the yellow jacket and funky glasses), Kirsten the only girl/woman and Mitch. He is a counter tenor which allows some really high notes as well as a lower register. They knew each other as young kids and in high school used to sing together. In Scott’s 1st year of college he heard about a TV show that would feature a capella groups. He called Kirsten and Mitch but they also needed a bass and percussion to fill out the group. The 1st bass they met and he fit right in his name is Avi and Kevin was discovered on the Internet playing the cello and beatboxing. He was contacted and agreed to be a part of the group. They only had a few days together to practice before going on the show (called the Sing Off). I believe it was the 3rd season which they won. Their videos are still on You Tube. This was back in 2011 when Scott, Kirsty and Mitch were ALL 19 years old!
Kevin is the beatboxer. Matt is the bass. Kirstin in the Alto. Scott is the baritone who covers bass when bass has a solo (tall blond). Mitch is the counter tenor, tenor and occasionally a baritone. Thank you for reacting to Pentatonix (Pen -ta-tonix). You can just call them PTX. Please react to their cover of "The Sound Of Silence".
Welcome to PentaTONix! More, please! Would love to hear your reaction to some of their earlier covers like Bohemian Rhapsody, Daft Punk medley, Sound of Silence and Evolution of Michael Jackson. They do some phenomenal one-take medleys that really showcase their talent and are total FIRE!
more PTX, please!!! i recommend their covers of Daft Punk, Evolution of Michael Jackson, Gold, Can't Hold Us.... but, literally everything they do is amazing :)
Yes, they are Crazy. Welcome to the rabbit hole! Some of their more icon ones are: Daft Punk, Bohemian Rhapsody, Hallelujah, Sound of Silence, and Gold. Hope you keep going on PTX! 😁
5 voices creating a wall of massive sound!!!! Yep, vocals only.!! Kevin is the beat boxer, Matt is the bass, all vocals...all. Excellent Reaction man!! Rihanna evolution is fire! all their covers are upgrades. Pentaholics, 19 million of us, will come if they are played..so enjoy the ride! Just a note "Hallelujah" is a must. The only change in their lineup is from former bass Avi to current bass Matt(seen in this video)
Yes, they are a cappella. Kevin, the beatboxer, is phenomenal. They did use auto tune on this medley as an homage to Cher, but typically they do not use it. They are fantastic.
Considering your expressed interest in music genres and the transitions, you should watch the Daft Punk medley. The Grammy they won for that one was renamed to "Best Arrangement, Instrumental or A Capella" from "Best Instrumental Arrangement" just so they could get the nomination. They won it again the following year for their arrangement of Dance Of The Sugar Plum Fairy. (Their third Grammy wasn't for arrangement, but was Best Country Group or Duo for their collaboration remaking "Jolene" with Dolly Parton.) As someone else already said, you would probably also enjoy their one-take live Evolution Of series of medleys. Other than that, maybe their original EDM Love Again. Or they have more than a hundred other options spanning every genre and both covers and originals before you even get into their Christmas offerings. Name something you are interested in and fans will jump all over the suggestions.
@@mrelixertv "Sound of Silence?", "Amazing Grace" "The Prayer" "Bohemian Raphsody", "Happy Now (original)" "Be My Eyes (original)", "Hallelujah" 12 Days of Christmas, . . . . SO MANY.
Great reaction! They are the best a cappella group in the world. Winning 3 Grammy awards and great acclaim for there unique blend of voice and beat boxing/percussion from just their mouths. Also known as PTX, their fans called the Pentaholics, are a passionate, fun, and nice people that love them really much. They will give you all the pertinent information you will need about this talented group. Enjoy your ride down this enjoyable rabbit hole!
ACAPELLA YES!!! Check out Hallelujah, Amazing Grace, Sound of Silence.. and also check another really good Acapella group called: Home Free!! Both are excellent!!
There is a huge catalog of videos by Pentatonix, but since you are enjoying the transitions so much, I would recommend their evolution videos. In random order: The Evolution of Michael Jackson, of Beyonce, of Music, and of Rihanna. Alto/Soprano(?) - Kirstin Maldonado Tenor (countertenor) - Mitch Grassi Baritone - Scott Hoying Bass - Matt Sallee (joined the group in 2017, so videos before that have Avi Kaplan.) Beatboxer, tenor and master cellist - Kevon Olusola They formed in 2011 and won season three of The Sing-Off.
Kirstie is a mezzo soprano, and that range can dip down into tenor and nearly as high as soprano (without head range). Mitch dips into baritone, and tops out at sopranist, or male soprano, since head range is allowed for that category (though he hit an A5 in “Can You Feel the Love Tonight,” and that may have been chest still. That’s only two whole steps below high C, the peak of soprano range!). Scott is Baritone/Tenor, Matt is Bass/Baritone. You nearly got Kevin, though, but I’m betting that “o” in his name was a typo, it’s right next to “i.” Good comment, great suggestions. I’m just trying to help you fill in some knowledge gaps :)
@@catherineharger8069 Ok, thank you for the heads up. She gives herself too little credit, though. So modest. None of them have a one-label vocal range, though. They probably have a total of at least 18 octaves between the five current members, way more if you count head range and growls. My main concern is Mitch’s label, though, as there are only 14 famous sopranists on the list in Wikipedia, under sopranist. 2 of them count as true male sopranos, as they can use modal voice (high chest) in the soprano range. Mitch’s A5 in “Can You Feel the Love Tonight” was so clear, with good vibrato. That’s not to say you can’t vibrato in head range, I simply believe it was modal. If he can sing 3 half steps higher in his chest, he’s a true male soprano as well. The term sopranist allows for use of head range (falsetto), though, so he’s baritone through sopranist, but I’d push for male soprano. If you want to be as safe as possible with his range, I’d say “Baritone, Tenor, Sopranist,” since sopranist is technically a classification of countertenors that falsetto up to (and in Mitch’s case, past) soprano. I called Julliard, to see what they think of his range, and they thanked me for bringing their attention to “an interesting thought project.” I gave them my number, for when they have a result, but was quickly brushed off the line, so I have no expectation of receiving a definitive word on it. They did sound very intrigued, though, at the idea that there’s a new potential true male soprano on the scene, and told me I could safely call him a sopranist, for nailing an A5 either way in a song. As for Kirstie, I’m a singer, too, and if I know one thing about singers, we like to pick one label (that nobody can argue) and stick with it. I hated calling myself a baritone, since I can hit Avi notes (not as clear or resonant, though, his low notes in Daft Punk are right at the bottom of my range where I can sing it, but growl it clearer), but my voice coach insisted I was more of a baritone, for my powerful G4 (top end). I’m sure Kirstie is in a similar camp, and just says “alto,” since that’s her best range. There’s only 3 notes separating the top of alto from the top of soprano, though, and one’s a half step (E5, F5, G5, A5). Long story short (too late), Mitch is best in his high range, so if Kirstie calls herself an “alto,” then Mitch is a sopranist, if not a male soprano.
@@Bobal27 for me it seams Mitch is typical altino leggero tenor, with an mixed leggiero extentsion c4- g5, and dark sounding lower register (if you can call a rare voice type typical). Michael Jackson had similar voice. Bigger problem with all those voice labels is that they are meant to describe possible roles in opera and not describe pop/modern singers.
One of the best reactions I’ve seen to this. Calling Mitch a problem, I love it. You’re welcome :) As a DJ, your next one has to be their first Grammy, “Daft Punk” medley. You’ll really appreciate why it got the Grammy (for arrangement). The Grammys even changed the category so they could win it, it was previously “Best Arrangement, Instrumental.” Now it’s “Best Arrangement, Instrumental or A Capella.” Oh, and the people calling Mitch a countertenor aren’t doing justice to his range. He goes from baritone to sopranist (male soprano, I found out recently that head range is included when determining a sopranist’s range), and even beyond that. He might be able to pull off some Mariah Carey whistle notes (extremely high and shrill) with practice. Tenor/countertenor is just the middle of his range. Btw, I’m glad you’re seeing some fast results with Pentatonix (you got it right first try, then kept changing it, lol). Weird Al won’t bring in the bigger numbers (yet), but there are good reasons I mentioned him, if you trust me. Just hold off on “Rap God” until after you’ve heard at least “Couch Potato” and “Hardware Store,” maybe even that whole album (since it did win a Grammy for “Best Comedy Album”). I guess I’ll go watch that “Rap $#!?” now, since you had such a fast turnaround on some PTX for us :) Oh, and don’t forget to please rewind about 5 seconds or so (10 is fine, too, since it’s a button) after a pause, you don’t want to miss anything :p
Not "might be able to". He definitely does do whistle notes. So does Kirstie, but Mitch does it for kix... like imitating the squeak of a magic marker.
@@gingerjohnson1095 I didn’t say just whistle notes, I know he does those. I said “Mariah Carey” whistle notes. I think the example I’m thinking about (where she goes, “Aah, aah, aah; Aah, aah, aah; aah, aah, aah; Aaahhh,” getting higher and higher, already in whistle range by the seventh “aah”), was called Emotions. That could be wrong, but I’ll check it after typing this. Anyway, listen to that, and see if you think Mitch can pull off that note. Lemme just check I have the right song...
@@gingerjohnson1095 Oh, yeah, that’s the note I was thinking of. ua-cam.com/video/NrJEFrth27Q/v-deo.html It’s at about 2:51, lead up to it starts around 2:47 or so. If you think Mitch can definitely hit _that_ note, then come back and say so. If not, come back and say something as well, and if you’re unsure, then just agree with me that he “might be able to, with practice.” :P
Yes, Mitch is definitely a problem 😁 Totally addictive and immensely talented - as they all are! PTX is such fun, their covers are amazing and their original music is wonderful as well. As others have said, it is Pen-ta-tonix, in reference to the five part pentatonic scale. Two covers that I think really show off their talents are Kiiara’s ‘Gold’ and ‘Can You Feel the Love Tonight’, but honestly, you could pick anything they’ve done. Thanks for the fun reaction!
For another DJ mix style song, see their medley of Daft Punk. The arrangement won a grammy. Matching keys and tempos was really tricky. Matt Sallee is the bass in this song, but before 2018 Avi Kaplan was the bass. The bass is often doing bass guitar, but also integrating with Kevin doing bass parts of the percussion/rhythm track. But also some leads. Kevin Olusola is the beatboxer and occasionally plays cello at the same time (e.g. Say Something, Radioactive, Papaoutai). He sings tenor when he isn't beatboxing. Scott Hoying is the baritone, but gets up to mid-tenor and also covers bass when the bass is on a lead. Kirstin Maldonado is mezzo soprano, which is a high alto. She has a lot of warmth in her voice for this range. Mitch Grassi is a very high tenor while still having a very good low tenor voice. Besides Daft Punk, they have an original EDM song called Love Again with very strong and strong and unusual synth percussion from Kevin. They did a very solid version of Bohemian Rhapsody that was recommended by Brian May. Massive drumming. They do a whole bunch of Evolution of ... songs (Music, Beyonce, Michael Jackson, Ariana Grande, ...) as well as fun things like 100 songs in 10 minutes. They do some of these live. They do most of their songs live. One of their most fun and motivational songs is their old concert opener - Sing!
Came back to watch again for like the 5th time. Your reaction is SO much fun to watch haha. It's basically me when I first saw them on TV on the Sing Off.
Really enjoyed your reaction! You're right, I think - a background as a DJ gives you a unique perspective on what they do, so thanks! Subbing hoping to follow you on an epic journey! How you approach their huge catalog depends on what catches your interest...here's a ...maybe not brief, but concise(?!) roadmap for you: * Hallelujah - over 600 million views, their most watched video * Sing Off season 3 episodes - added a talented bass and beatboxer to a trio of high school friends, basically met and auditioned, you can see how they started great, learned as they went, and won (watch the judges comments!!) * Somebody That I Used to Know - early posting as they tried to make it on their own after the recording contract they won was canceled because there "wasn't enough of an audience for a capella" * Daft Punk - won them their first of 3 Grammy awards (search "private performance" and compare it to the official video - it's really all them!) Yes they can do EDM! * Can't Hold Us - they can rap, too! * "Evolution of" - take your pick! MJ, Rihanna, Beyonce, etc * La La Latch - they "mash up" even better than they "medley" * Sing - from first original album, shows their appreciation of their fans, can't sit still when you listen! * Popspring 2016 - 3 other originals plus Evolution of MJ live, they were on fire that night! Well-mixed and mic'd * Imagine - shows their heart, just what you need in this season of politics to lift your spirit back up * Bohemian Rhapsody - they kill with their own style but honor originals!! * Mary Did You Know, Amazing Grace - their Christmas songs are gorgeous * Oh Come All Ye Faithful - best ever version, pays homage to beatboxer Kevin Olusola's Nigerian heritage * New Rules x Are You That Somebody - first mash up with new bass (only member change, the others change styles like socks ♥) and it's fabulous * Coffee in Bed - from second original album, fairly recent, shows they grow and change but keep getting better! Collabs - all great! You'll see one you like :-) That's not brief, sorry, but it gives you a little overview
Want to know more….join us! Jump down the rabbit hole, PTX has two albums of only originals and many mixed albums with their amazing covers/mash ups & originals. Something like 200+ songs and such wonderful live performances…Hope you take a chance on more of their work. Fun watching this with ya!!!
I think you'd really enjoy Pentatonix medley "new rule's x ate you that somebody"!!! I'd love to watch your reaction to any/all PTX songs... you're fantastic!! Thanks for giving them the chance and .. welcome to the Pentatonix religion 😎
glad i clicked on this...reaction was FIRE!!! You can not go wrong with any song Pentatonix does!!! Another EDM sound i love from them is "Love Again" i know u will enjoy it too...they just dont do covers!! Love again as i mentioned before is an original written by them. I am subbed and ready for more!! Stay safe and healthy
Great reaction. I can't wait to watch your future reactions to their masterpieces. Below are some suggestions (there are sooo many): BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY, HALLELUJAH, DAFT PUNK, SOUND OF SILENCE, IMAGINE, CHEERLEADER, EVOLUTION OF MICHAEL JACKSON, SING, HAPPY NOW, BE MY EYES, THANK YOU - to name a few. Thanks!
Yeah, Pentatonix is an acapella group where they use there mouths to make all the music you hear. Kevin Olusola is their beatboxer who is out of this world amazing at the things he can do. You should check some of his solo work. He is also a DJ like yourself. Check out his solo cover of Marian Hills' "Down". This man, right on the spot created all the sounds and beats you're gonna hear. This guy is incredible. Thanks for your reaction here. Hope to see more Pentatonix from you my friend. Peace
Always love watching someone discover the a capella madness that is PTX (you can shorten it to PTX). You should check out their Daft Punk medley, and their original Love Again, if you love the dance tunes. Both of those have the original bass Avi, but they are both masterpieces. They won their first Grammy for Daft Punk. Loved your reaction to them. Kevin is a beatboxing genius, and Matt (the current bass) is superb
“What the fuck?!” Is a perfect reaction to PTX! Love your appreciation for them! Mitch is “the problem”?! Dude you just got Mitch Slapped!! Welcome to the club!
in most of their songs they don't use any autotune or effects, and yes, they make all the sounds with their mouths. you should sheck out their version of "Halleluja"
Welcome to a cappella. I think you’ll like the “Country Fried Pop Medley” by Home Free, too. PTX is awesome! VoicePlay’s “Oogie Boogie’s Song”. You’re in the rabbit hole now.
Welcome to the insane world of PTX.....we are the Pentaholic’s. A over protective fan base. We are loyal to any new reactor who finds them for the first time. PTX has a 10 year catalog for your jump down their rabbit hole....enjoy your journey......Judy D
Keep your PTX journey going with Bohemian Rhapsody...Sound of Silence...Amazing Grace...Hallelujah...Cant you feel the love tonight or any of their other songs. Great reaction. Thanks and stay safe.
Daft Punk Medley! You should check out their arrangement! They have an original called Love Again that would be right up your alley! Thank you for this reaction! Please do more PTX! Pent a ton ix, that is how you pronounce it! How that helped!
They do have originals - Sing, Happy Now, Love Again, Run To You, Water. I would suggest reacting to PTX on The Sing Off (season 3), here you get to see how they started and there is some great performances. Thank You for the reaction
The beat boxer, Kevin, can beat box while breathing in so he can keep a wall of sound that makes this a capella group have such a full sound. And the harmonies of the other 4 are so tight.
Yes, all a cappella (at least in this one) with beatboxing percussion. They are the best a cappella group in the world and have been changing the world of a cappella for ten years now. All voices with layering, reverb and other audio tricks, but no actual physical musical instruments at all. Pronunciation #1..PENT-a-TON-ix. This is a DEEP rabbit hole, but well worth the trip. Anything you listen to will be fire. Enjoy the ride!!
I love your reactions! I’m feeling it with you. They are Pen-Tah-Ton-Iks. Be prepared to be amazed. Please react to some of their other songs - like Mary Did You Know and Hallelujah. Not as jazzy but you will not be disappointed.
Love your reaction! Please please do more from them, you have stuff from 10 years to choose from.. and I had to laugh when you said "he's a problem"! 😁
Kevin does the beatboxing. He is in the white jacket. He calls himself a human 808. He is. He is a true renaissance man. He was pre-med at Harvard before he joined Penatonix. He plays several instruments. He played cello and sax at Carnegie Hall. He speaks several languages including Mandarin. When he sings he is a tenor. He has written several of their original songs. One of these days he may cure cancer, fix the climate and broker world peace. To be truly mind blown by Kevin check out his version of Down on his channel.
They are indeed beat-boxing. No instruments. All voices. What you see is what you get/hear. They may be the premier a capella group in the USA today. Or maybe in the world. If you want to REALLY get your mind blown, try their Daft Punk medley, which show you their range. But just as impressive is their versatility, because they have 3 Grammies for 3 different genres of music. If you are astounded by your first exposure, start exploring to see their range. You will not believe your ears - but it is all true. Further, they don't release a video if they can't perform it live. So watch for some of their videos that were made at a live show. THAT will tell you the truth of this group. Enjoy, sir, and look around PTX Official to see what else they can do.
You might want to check out their cover of "Hallelujah" which has over a half-BILLION view, their covers of John Lennon's "Imagine," and "Amazing Grace" are also fantastic, as are their "Daft Punk Medley" and the cover of Queen's "Bohemian Rhapsody" and Simon & Garfunkle's "Sound of Silence."
Here are my favorites by Pentatonix: Carol of the Bells (Christmas) (14 November 2012) The Wizard of Ahhhs by Todrick Hall ft. Pentatonix (16 July 2013) Daft Punk Medley (4 November 2013 Grammy winner) Mary, Did You Know? (Christmas) (11 November 2014) Hallelujah (Christmas) (21 October 2016) Bohemian Rhapsody (7 April 2017) Matt replaces Avi as bass Havana (23 February 2018) The Sound of Silence (15 February 2019) Can You Feel the Love Tonight? (23 August 2019) God Only Knows (Oct 25, 2019) Blinding Lights (1 July 2020) Dreams (22 July 2020) Amazing Grace (5 November 2020) also.. Home Free produces some GREAT a cappella covers such as.. Ring of Fire featuring Avi Kaplan (25 July 2014) How Great Thou Art (28 October 2016) Mayday (17 November 2017) Helplessly Hoping (27 April 2018) Man of Constant Sorrow (28 September 2018) Go Rest High On That Mountain (3 April 2020) Folsom Prison Blues (25 September 2020) American Pie featuring Don McLean (3 February 2021) When a Man Loves a Woman (12 February 2021) Crazy (30 July 2021) ** Also.. check out another a cappella group called Voiceplay. My favorite of theirs is Oogie Boogie's Song. Also, their bass singer Geoff Castellucci has produced some great ones including
The Headless Horseman Sixteen Tons and Blackbird Thanks ..
The black guy wearing the white coat is kevin. He is a beat boxer. He is doing the percussion you are hearing. The other black guy, matt, is the bass singer. He uses his voice to make the bass guitar sound you are hearing. Mitch is what is called a counter tenor. He can sing insanely high notes. Matt the bass singer sings extremely low notes, as well. Kevin also sings tenor, raps and plays cello. Check out their cover of bohemian rhapsody, sound of silence, imagine, daft punk medley, hallelujah, dance of the sugar plum fairies, butter x dynamite, despacito/shape of you, havana. Those are just a few to whet your appetite for them on.
Love you calling these golden oldies.... ROFL.... I had kids already when most of these songs came out. To me golden oldies is like 40's, 50's, maybe 60's.... oh to be young. Great reaction
Just wait til you discover that Kevin, the beatboxer, can beatbox WHILE playing the cello (cello-boxing).
HOW is that even possible 😂😂🔥 wow
I'm actually pretty stunned that there is still anyone out there, especially in the music field, who has not heard of PTX yet, but I am glad that there is because it's so much fun to experience a first time listener!
I am still baffled myself honestly it's almost even disappointing i said how have I not heard of this awesomeness before I literally almost smack myself 🤣🤣
I was late to the party, too, you'll catch up!
Especially a first-time listener who's a musician!
@@mrelixertv it's the best! Especially when they get mitch slapped on Hallelujah.
To me, the big shock is a music reactor specifically. PTX is one of the go-tos for music reactors.
Years ago (and still with a lot of older videos) they never got copyright claimed. Their current label claims like crazy though. He may get lucky with this reaction though because these are old songs with a lot of different copyright holders. Their label may police it less.
They use a drum machine. But he walks, talks, sings, and plays cello too. He's Kevin Olusola.
Also known as KO the human 808.
@@sherryhall3635, truth! He says so himself in "Sing."
yes. their drum machine is names Kevin. he's amazingly talented
Excuse me, but have you ever seen this guy beatbox live and unplugged? He can do everything you hear even without a drum machine. He is amazing.
Fact. Love them live
Hallelujah bohemian Rhapsody sounds of silence 🔥🔥🔥🔥
I think you'd love their 2014 Grammy-winner, Daft Punk medley. They got their start in a 2011 a capella contest show called the Sing-Off, where the three friends Scott Hoying (baritone), Kirstin Maldonado (mezzo soprano, but more alto in recent years), and Mitch Grassi (tenor/countertenor), who had sung together in as The Trio in high school, were joined by beatboxer/cellist Kevin Olusola and bass Avi Kaplan (replaced in late 2016 by Matt Sallee, whom you saw in this video - the only personnel change in 10 years). Spoiler: they won the contest. But the recording contract they were promised as part of the prize fell through because the company didn't think it could market them. They took to UA-cam and other social media platforms, making videos non-stop and then touring relentlessly. Their catalog is rich and deep, evolving from mostly covers and medleys to a number of original songs now.
You pronounced correctly number one Try Bohemian Rhapsody, Daft Punk, Can't Holds Us, Amazing Grace. Any of their evolutions, MJ, Rihanna, Beyonce. It's a wild ride
oh that's coming
I would also suggest The Prayer and Imagine.
Your "problem" is Mitch Grassi, an amazing counter-tenor who is always surprising/shocking new listeners who do not expect to be "Mitch-slapped."
that dude is bad lol🤣🤣🤣
@@mrelixertv You ain't seen nuthin' yet (maybe I should say you ain't heard nuthin' yet) lol
First time hearing Pentatonix!! Welcome to our world - we are Pentaholics. Beat boxing? Incredible voices? Transitions? Vocal sounds? They are talented? Everybody can kinda sing a little bit? That guy is a problem? LOL --- You haven't heard anything yet!! PTX has a catalogue of over 200 songs. Suggest you react to every single one to answer all those questions. See you down the rabbit hole.
Thank you MEG appreciate you like cook food
All a cappella. When they do use the rare instrument, will be prominently displayed in the video. Kevin, the beatboxer, will occasionally play his cello.
They have been together for 10 years and have a couple of hundred song catalog.
awesome info
They are really the number one best acapella group out there. And I can't guarantee you won't become a pentaholic.
Yes they are beat boxing too. Acapella unless occasionally they have an instrument If they employ an instrument it will be visible in the video.
Millions of records sold, 3 Grammys won, world tours. This is the premiere a cappella group in the world. They have been together 10 years with only one person change. Avi.-original base 2011-2017. Left friendly for illness in his family. Replaced by Matt 2017-now
Their catalog is wide and deep. Not a bad song in the bunch. They are simply amazing
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They also do originals: love me when I don’t, coffee in bed, teach you how to love!
As a DJ you'll love their Daft Punk Medley. From way back in 2013 and their first Grammy.
One song to add to all the comments below...their version of Amazing Grace is absolutely out of this world.
listed thanks james
You are correct. Pentatonix is an acapella group and one of the best in the world with three Grammies. You may also want to watch their "Dance of the Sugarplum Fairies."
Must see their Daft Punk Medley. Won a Grammy for it.
If you want to see what each member can do, react to their cover of Come Along. It is a whimsical enchanting song that doesn’t really fit anywhere.
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Yes it’s so much fun
Agreed, I love that song.
I believe their version of ‘Hallelujah has close to 1 Billion Views…
If not more
I’m not even halfway through watching and I just subscribed. I love your energy!
Welcome!! welcome welcome glad u enjoyed because i def had a great time to this first time reaction
Welcome to the world of Pentatonix, or PTX for short. Get ready for a quick boost to your channel from their rabid fans who call ourselves “Pentaholics”. Here is my quick intro to the group for new fans.
PTX is a five member “a Capella” (without instruments) vocal band formed in 2011 for the NBC television reality competition show “The Sing Off”. The original members are “the trio”, who went to high school together in Arlington, Texas made up of:
SCOTT HOYING, male, 6’3”, usually blond, sings baritone, but has a wide vocal range and covers the bass line of songs when the normal bass is singing a lead.
MITCH GRASSI, male, 5’10”, normally black hair but has changed body mass, wardrobe and hair style so much in videos he’s often mistaken for different people. Mitch has an amazingly high range (contra tenor) that some mistake for a second female voice.
KIRSTIN MALDONADO, female, 5’4”, natural hair color is black but changes it often in videos. Kirsti (rhymes with “thirsty”) sings mezzo soprano and, for a time in 2018 between the group’s tours, had the female lead on Broadway in the production of “Kinky Boots”.
Added to “the trio” for the show were:
AVI KAPLAN, male, 5’11”, long dark hair, beard, usually wears a knit hat of some kind. Avi is a classically trained “basso profundo”. He provides the vocal bass line as well as added vocal percussion but often uses his upper registry to sing vocal leads in a number of arrangements. Avi is the ONLY member of the band that has change. He left on good terms in 2017 for reasons related to conflicting demands of the band’s touring schedule and his personal/family commitments. He assisted the group in finding his replacement Matt Sallee.
KEVIN OLUSOLA male, 6’1”, black, changing hair style, is known as “KO” and was asked to join PTX to provide vocal percussion after Scott watched a UA-cam video of him “cello boxing” (beatboxing while playing his cello). KO is the classic over achiever of the group. He plays Cello, Piano, and Saxophone all at concert levels. He graduated pre-med from Yale, speaks Spanish and spent over a year in China where he became fluent in Chinese. He sings Tenor but vocals were not his strong suite when he started so he worked with other band members and a vocal coach until while on tour he would perform the featured vocals in "if I ever fall in love", (originally performed by guest artist Jason Derulo for the album and video). He also writes and produces music both individually and for the group. So, KO is more than “just the beatboxer”.
The most recent member and the only change in the group’s membership is:
MATT SALLEE, male, 5’9” black with usually close-cut black hair. Matt replaced Avi Kaplan in 2017 to provide vocals, vocal bass and percussion. Matt can be heard using his exceptional upper vocal range to provide a rich tenor/baritone lead often ending with a slide down to a deep bass punch.
Things you need to know because if you get these wrong Pentaholics will come after you with pitch forks and torches!
1- There is NO Auto-Tune; what you hear is actually what they sing. They really are that good. The only exception is they may deliberately use Auto-Tune when they cover songs where it was used in the original and is key to the sound of that song. An example is "90's Dance Medley" when they use it in Cher’s, “Believe”.
2- What produces everything that you hear in the video, you see in the video. If there is an instrument used in the music, you see it on screen.
Enjoy the ride.
Better than my last attempt at an intro. One small issue I have is that Mitch is a sopranist, not just a contratenor. Of course, all of them have larger ranges than can be described by one range term, he even drops into baritone when necessary (the higher end, at least). Still a fine intro :)
PTX has more than 19 million followers...Pentaholics. We'll follow them anywhere.
I think you would really enjoy their "Evolution of Michael Jackson". Great reaction!
Yes this is all a capella, they are pretty much the Elite class in a capella. Check out Amazing Grace, Sound of Silence, Mad World, and New Rules x Are You That Somebody (just a few in my top ten)
Pentatonix is amazing!
bruh these guys are ill
Welcome to the wonderful world of acapella groups pentatonix, home free, and voice play the big 3 all have amazing vocals amazing bases and amazing beatboxing. Welcome to the Rabbit hole! It's an amazing journey that so far is never ending!!!
enjoying the hell out this ride as well lol
Welcome to Pentatonix! Thank you for your reaction. Their name comes from referring to the pentatonic scale something to do with the number 5. They were a trio, Scott the baritone (wearing the yellow jacket and funky glasses), Kirsten the only girl/woman and Mitch. He is a counter tenor which allows some really high notes as well as a lower register. They knew each other as young kids and in high school used to sing together. In Scott’s 1st year of college he heard about a TV show that would feature a capella groups. He called Kirsten and Mitch but they also needed a bass and percussion to fill out the group. The 1st bass they met and he fit right in his name is Avi and Kevin was discovered on the Internet playing the cello and beatboxing. He was contacted and agreed to be a part of the group. They only had a few days together to practice before going on the show (called the Sing Off). I believe it was the 3rd season which they won. Their videos are still on You Tube. This was back in 2011 when Scott, Kirsty and Mitch were ALL 19 years old!
Kevin is the beatboxer. Matt is the bass. Kirstin in the Alto. Scott is the baritone who covers bass when bass has a solo (tall blond). Mitch is the counter tenor, tenor and occasionally a baritone. Thank you for reacting to Pentatonix (Pen -ta-tonix). You can just call them PTX. Please react to their cover of "The Sound Of Silence".
*Kirsten is a Mezzo Soprano
Scott has a 4 octave vocal range! Great tenor to bass performances, occasionally in the same videos! 🤗
@@mamajenkins1981 In the "A Little Space" (LMNT Mix) video Kirstin lists herself as Alto.
No way Kirsty is alto, she's mezzo-soprano.
@@vidsorama2 For just that song. Otherwise mezzo soprano with a nice range.
Welcome to PentaTONix! More, please! Would love to hear your reaction to some of their earlier covers like Bohemian Rhapsody, Daft Punk medley, Sound of Silence and Evolution of Michael Jackson. They do some phenomenal one-take medleys that really showcase their talent and are total FIRE!
Listed and literally can't wait to react to them you guys have me super excited
more PTX, please!!! i recommend their covers of Daft Punk, Evolution of Michael Jackson, Gold, Can't Hold Us.... but, literally everything they do is amazing :)
Yes, they are Crazy. Welcome to the rabbit hole! Some of their more icon ones are: Daft Punk, Bohemian Rhapsody, Hallelujah, Sound of Silence, and Gold. Hope you keep going on PTX! 😁
5 voices creating a wall of massive sound!!!! Yep, vocals only.!! Kevin is the beat boxer, Matt is the bass, all vocals...all. Excellent Reaction man!! Rihanna evolution is fire! all their covers are upgrades. Pentaholics, 19 million of us, will come if they are played..so enjoy the ride! Just a note "Hallelujah" is a must. The only change in their lineup is from former bass Avi to current bass Matt(seen in this video)
Yes, they are a cappella. Kevin, the beatboxer, is phenomenal. They did use auto tune on this medley as an homage to Cher, but typically they do not use it. They are fantastic.
PTX one of the best Acapella groups 🔥
I can't wait to start diving into more of there music
I always love listening to the reactions of there first time listeners.
Considering your expressed interest in music genres and the transitions, you should watch the Daft Punk medley. The Grammy they won for that one was renamed to "Best Arrangement, Instrumental or A Capella" from "Best Instrumental Arrangement" just so they could get the nomination. They won it again the following year for their arrangement of Dance Of The Sugar Plum Fairy. (Their third Grammy wasn't for arrangement, but was Best Country Group or Duo for their collaboration remaking "Jolene" with Dolly Parton.)
As someone else already said, you would probably also enjoy their one-take live Evolution Of series of medleys. Other than that, maybe their original EDM Love Again. Or they have more than a hundred other options spanning every genre and both covers and originals before you even get into their Christmas offerings. Name something you are interested in and fans will jump all over the suggestions.
Yep. The Daft Punk Mashup is a DJs wetdream.
@@thinkingoutloud7851 Absolutely!!! That one is a must!
Agreed daft punk blew me out
@@mrelixertv "Sound of Silence?", "Amazing Grace" "The Prayer" "Bohemian Raphsody", "Happy Now (original)" "Be My Eyes (original)", "Hallelujah" 12 Days of Christmas, . . . . SO MANY.
Daft punk medley, evolution of Michael Jackson, evolution of Beyonce, evolution of Ariana Grande, Evolution of Rhianna have great transitions too!!
Great reaction! They are the best a cappella group in the world. Winning 3 Grammy awards and great acclaim for there unique blend of voice and beat boxing/percussion from just their mouths. Also known as PTX, their fans called the Pentaholics, are a passionate, fun, and nice people that love them really much. They will give you all the pertinent information you will need about this talented group. Enjoy your ride down this enjoyable rabbit hole!
wow and now I feel like a caveman now just knowing of them
ACAPELLA YES!!! Check out Hallelujah, Amazing Grace, Sound of Silence.. and also check another really good Acapella group called: Home Free!! Both are excellent!!
So many Pentatonix songs and you would probably really enjoy Kevin Olusola (the beatboxer) doing his solo version of 'Down'.
Better late than never so, welcome to PTX! I look forward to seeing you equally exciting reaction to more of them!
more coming first thing tomorrow I'm low key super excited to dive into more of there music now
There is a huge catalog of videos by Pentatonix, but since you are enjoying the transitions so much, I would recommend their evolution videos. In random order: The Evolution of Michael Jackson, of Beyonce, of Music, and of Rihanna.
Alto/Soprano(?) - Kirstin Maldonado
Tenor (countertenor) - Mitch Grassi
Baritone - Scott Hoying
Bass - Matt Sallee (joined the group in 2017, so videos before that have Avi Kaplan.)
Beatboxer, tenor and master cellist - Kevon Olusola
They formed in 2011 and won season three of The Sing-Off.
Kirstie is a mezzo soprano, and that range can dip down into tenor and nearly as high as soprano (without head range). Mitch dips into baritone, and tops out at sopranist, or male soprano, since head range is allowed for that category (though he hit an A5 in “Can You Feel the Love Tonight,” and that may have been chest still. That’s only two whole steps below high C, the peak of soprano range!). Scott is Baritone/Tenor, Matt is Bass/Baritone. You nearly got Kevin, though, but I’m betting that “o” in his name was a typo, it’s right next to “i.”
Good comment, great suggestions. I’m just trying to help you fill in some knowledge gaps :)
Also Evolution of Ariana Grande.
@@Bobal27 I use to say that as well, but in the A Little Space video they did first, she labels herself as an alto.
@@catherineharger8069 Ok, thank you for the heads up. She gives herself too little credit, though. So modest. None of them have a one-label vocal range, though. They probably have a total of at least 18 octaves between the five current members, way more if you count head range and growls. My main concern is Mitch’s label, though, as there are only 14 famous sopranists on the list in Wikipedia, under sopranist. 2 of them count as true male sopranos, as they can use modal voice (high chest) in the soprano range. Mitch’s A5 in “Can You Feel the Love Tonight” was so clear, with good vibrato. That’s not to say you can’t vibrato in head range, I simply believe it was modal. If he can sing 3 half steps higher in his chest, he’s a true male soprano as well. The term sopranist allows for use of head range (falsetto), though, so he’s baritone through sopranist, but I’d push for male soprano. If you want to be as safe as possible with his range, I’d say “Baritone, Tenor, Sopranist,” since sopranist is technically a classification of countertenors that falsetto up to (and in Mitch’s case, past) soprano.
I called Julliard, to see what they think of his range, and they thanked me for bringing their attention to “an interesting thought project.” I gave them my number, for when they have a result, but was quickly brushed off the line, so I have no expectation of receiving a definitive word on it. They did sound very intrigued, though, at the idea that there’s a new potential true male soprano on the scene, and told me I could safely call him a sopranist, for nailing an A5 either way in a song.
As for Kirstie, I’m a singer, too, and if I know one thing about singers, we like to pick one label (that nobody can argue) and stick with it. I hated calling myself a baritone, since I can hit Avi notes (not as clear or resonant, though, his low notes in Daft Punk are right at the bottom of my range where I can sing it, but growl it clearer), but my voice coach insisted I was more of a baritone, for my powerful G4 (top end). I’m sure Kirstie is in a similar camp, and just says “alto,” since that’s her best range. There’s only 3 notes separating the top of alto from the top of soprano, though, and one’s a half step (E5, F5, G5, A5).
Long story short (too late), Mitch is best in his high range, so if Kirstie calls herself an “alto,” then Mitch is a sopranist, if not a male soprano.
@@Bobal27 for me it seams Mitch is typical altino leggero tenor, with an mixed leggiero extentsion c4- g5, and dark sounding lower register (if you can call a rare voice type typical). Michael Jackson had similar voice. Bigger problem with all those voice labels is that they are meant to describe possible roles in opera and not describe pop/modern singers.
One of the best reactions I’ve seen to this. Calling Mitch a problem, I love it. You’re welcome :)
As a DJ, your next one has to be their first Grammy, “Daft Punk” medley. You’ll really appreciate why it got the Grammy (for arrangement). The Grammys even changed the category so they could win it, it was previously “Best Arrangement, Instrumental.” Now it’s “Best Arrangement, Instrumental or A Capella.”
Oh, and the people calling Mitch a countertenor aren’t doing justice to his range. He goes from baritone to sopranist (male soprano, I found out recently that head range is included when determining a sopranist’s range), and even beyond that. He might be able to pull off some Mariah Carey whistle notes (extremely high and shrill) with practice. Tenor/countertenor is just the middle of his range.
Btw, I’m glad you’re seeing some fast results with Pentatonix (you got it right first try, then kept changing it, lol). Weird Al won’t bring in the bigger numbers (yet), but there are good reasons I mentioned him, if you trust me. Just hold off on “Rap God” until after you’ve heard at least “Couch Potato” and “Hardware Store,” maybe even that whole album (since it did win a Grammy for “Best Comedy Album”). I guess I’ll go watch that “Rap $#!?” now, since you had such a fast turnaround on some PTX for us :)
Oh, and don’t forget to please rewind about 5 seconds or so (10 is fine, too, since it’s a button) after a pause, you don’t want to miss anything :p
Not "might be able to". He definitely does do whistle notes. So does Kirstie, but Mitch does it for kix... like imitating the squeak of a magic marker.
@@gingerjohnson1095 I didn’t say just whistle notes, I know he does those. I said “Mariah Carey” whistle notes. I think the example I’m thinking about (where she goes, “Aah, aah, aah; Aah, aah, aah; aah, aah, aah; Aaahhh,” getting higher and higher, already in whistle range by the seventh “aah”), was called Emotions. That could be wrong, but I’ll check it after typing this. Anyway, listen to that, and see if you think Mitch can pull off that note. Lemme just check I have the right song...
@@gingerjohnson1095 Oh, yeah, that’s the note I was thinking of. ua-cam.com/video/NrJEFrth27Q/v-deo.html It’s at about 2:51, lead up to it starts around 2:47 or so. If you think Mitch can definitely hit _that_ note, then come back and say so. If not, come back and say something as well, and if you’re unsure, then just agree with me that he “might be able to, with practice.” :P
@@Bobal27 Nope. I have to agree with you...he would really have to practice to get there.
@@Bobal27 Avi can sing bass AND whistle notes at the same time!
I've listened to this medley about 5000 times and it still gives me goosebumps every time.
i have listened to this at least about 30 plus times since my reaction this is so good i can completely understand where your coming from
If you are impressed with their transitions then you will love any of their evolution videos.
can't wait to get started on this list first thing tomorrow
Their arrangements are sublime. I can't even imagine their process to get to these amazing pieces.
Their originals are equally satisfying.
Another PTX fan in the making! I can't wait to hear you react to more of this amazing group.
the comments have gotten me so excited now to react to more of there music ..its been so overwhelming and I am loving it
Yes, Mitch is definitely a problem 😁 Totally addictive and immensely talented - as they all are! PTX is such fun, their covers are amazing and their original music is wonderful as well. As others have said, it is Pen-ta-tonix, in reference to the five part pentatonic scale. Two covers that I think really show off their talents are Kiiara’s ‘Gold’ and ‘Can You Feel the Love Tonight’, but honestly, you could pick anything they’ve done. Thanks for the fun reaction!
I love how u broke that down for me 🔥💪🏾
I can't wait to see more of your reactions to Pentatonix... there are so many songs to pick from that I cannot even to suggest a few
You NEED to hear their rendition of Hallelujah!
Oh I am getting to that
For another DJ mix style song, see their medley of Daft Punk. The arrangement won a grammy. Matching keys and tempos was really tricky.
Matt Sallee is the bass in this song, but before 2018 Avi Kaplan was the bass. The bass is often doing bass guitar, but also integrating with Kevin doing bass parts of the percussion/rhythm track. But also some leads.
Kevin Olusola is the beatboxer and occasionally plays cello at the same time (e.g. Say Something, Radioactive, Papaoutai). He sings tenor when he isn't beatboxing.
Scott Hoying is the baritone, but gets up to mid-tenor and also covers bass when the bass is on a lead. Kirstin Maldonado is mezzo soprano, which is a high alto. She has a lot of warmth in her voice for this range. Mitch Grassi is a very high tenor while still having a very good low tenor voice.
Besides Daft Punk, they have an original EDM song called Love Again with very strong and strong and unusual synth percussion from Kevin.
They did a very solid version of Bohemian Rhapsody that was recommended by Brian May. Massive drumming.
They do a whole bunch of Evolution of ... songs (Music, Beyonce, Michael Jackson, Ariana Grande, ...) as well as fun things like 100 songs in 10 minutes. They do some of these live. They do most of their songs live.
One of their most fun and motivational songs is their old concert opener - Sing!
Are we watching the birth of a new Pentaholic? What a beautiful sight and sound! Welcome to the rabbit hole.
Came back to watch again for like the 5th time. Your reaction is SO much fun to watch haha. It's basically me when I first saw them on TV on the Sing Off.
Yes that young man does all the beat boxing and they have nothing else no instruments or anything except their voices, love this group
Pentatonix is the five note scale. Five members mostly with just their voices.. Yes the first way you pronounced it was correct.
Really enjoyed your reaction! You're right, I think - a background as a DJ gives you a unique perspective on what they do, so thanks!
Subbing hoping to follow you on an epic journey! How you approach their huge catalog depends on what catches your interest...here's a ...maybe not brief, but concise(?!) roadmap for you:
* Hallelujah - over 600 million views, their most watched video
* Sing Off season 3 episodes - added a talented bass and beatboxer to a trio of high school friends, basically met and auditioned, you can see how they started great, learned as they went, and won (watch the judges comments!!)
* Somebody That I Used to Know - early posting as they tried to make it on their own after the recording contract they won was canceled because there "wasn't enough of an audience for a capella"
* Daft Punk - won them their first of 3 Grammy awards (search "private performance" and compare it to the official video - it's really all them!) Yes they can do EDM!
* Can't Hold Us - they can rap, too!
* "Evolution of" - take your pick! MJ, Rihanna, Beyonce, etc
* La La Latch - they "mash up" even better than they "medley"
* Sing - from first original album, shows their appreciation of their fans, can't sit still when you listen!
* Popspring 2016 - 3 other originals plus Evolution of MJ live, they were on fire that night! Well-mixed and mic'd
* Imagine - shows their heart, just what you need in this season of politics to lift your spirit back up
* Bohemian Rhapsody - they kill with their own style but honor originals!!
* Mary Did You Know, Amazing Grace - their Christmas songs are gorgeous
* Oh Come All Ye Faithful - best ever version, pays homage to beatboxer Kevin Olusola's Nigerian heritage
* New Rules x Are You That Somebody - first mash up with new bass (only member change, the others change styles like socks ♥) and it's fabulous
* Coffee in Bed - from second original album, fairly recent, shows they grow and change but keep getting better!
Collabs - all great! You'll see one you like :-)
That's not brief, sorry, but it gives you a little overview
love it thank you so much
Want to know more….join us! Jump down the rabbit hole, PTX has two albums of only originals and many mixed albums with their amazing covers/mash ups & originals. Something like 200+ songs and such wonderful live performances…Hope you take a chance on more of their work. Fun watching this with ya!!!
I love watching you react to these songs. You know them and it makes me happy that I'm not alone in knowing these songs
oldies are CLASSICS love um
@@mrelixertv I totally agree... they bring back good memories from when I was in my teens
I think you'd really enjoy Pentatonix medley "new rule's x ate you that somebody"!!! I'd love to watch your reaction to any/all PTX songs... you're fantastic!! Thanks for giving them the chance and .. welcome to the Pentatonix religion 😎
You are right with the first pronouncement. Check their cover of “Hallelujah” and “Bohemian Rhapsody”. Both incredible.
glad i clicked on this...reaction was FIRE!!! You can not go wrong with any song Pentatonix does!!! Another EDM sound i love from them is "Love Again" i know u will enjoy it too...they just dont do covers!! Love again as i mentioned before is an original written by them. I am subbed and ready for more!! Stay safe and healthy
BLESSINGS to you as well
Great reaction. I can't wait to watch your future reactions to their masterpieces. Below are some suggestions (there are sooo many):
BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY, HALLELUJAH, DAFT PUNK, SOUND OF SILENCE, IMAGINE, CHEERLEADER, EVOLUTION OF MICHAEL JACKSON, SING, HAPPY NOW, BE MY EYES, THANK YOU - to name a few. Thanks!
Yeah, Pentatonix is an acapella group where they use there mouths to make all the music you hear. Kevin Olusola is their beatboxer who is out of this world amazing at the things he can do. You should check some of his solo work. He is also a DJ like yourself. Check out his solo cover of Marian Hills' "Down". This man, right on the spot created all the sounds and beats you're gonna hear. This guy is incredible. Thanks for your reaction here. Hope to see more Pentatonix from you my friend. Peace
Always love watching someone discover the a capella madness that is PTX (you can shorten it to PTX). You should check out their Daft Punk medley, and their original Love Again, if you love the dance tunes. Both of those have the original bass Avi, but they are both masterpieces. They won their first Grammy for Daft Punk.
Loved your reaction to them. Kevin is a beatboxing genius, and Matt (the current bass) is superb
Oh so many more wonderful covers and original songs for you to enjoy! PTX are amazing...
“What the fuck?!” Is a perfect reaction to PTX! Love your appreciation for them!
Mitch is “the problem”?! Dude you just got Mitch Slapped!! Welcome to the club!
Big slaps lol
If you like the sound effect vocals check out Bohemian Rhapsody but to be blown away by the voices checkout hallelujah.
in most of their songs they don't use any autotune or effects, and yes, they make all the sounds with their mouths. you should sheck out their version of "Halleluja"
Welcome to a cappella. I think you’ll like the “Country Fried Pop Medley” by Home Free, too. PTX is awesome! VoicePlay’s “Oogie Boogie’s Song”. You’re in the rabbit hole now.
Mitch - he's the problem child. LOL He is spectacular!
Yes he is lol
Welcome to the insane world of PTX.....we are the Pentaholic’s. A over protective fan base. We are loyal to any new reactor who finds them for the first time. PTX has a 10 year catalog for your jump down their rabbit hole....enjoy your journey......Judy D
love it
I didn’t want it to stop !!!
I absolutely *love* that moment when someone first realizes there are no instruments.
I was like holld on wait a minute is this happening right now
They give me goose bumps!!!
Keep your PTX journey going with Bohemian Rhapsody...Sound of Silence...Amazing Grace...Hallelujah...Cant you feel the love tonight or any of their other songs. Great reaction. Thanks and stay safe.
thanks mark and same to you RESPECT
the spin-off songs especially BORN TO BE WILD Kevin's beatboxing and Avi's bass make for a magical experience
Yes, this group is indeed a capella. Kevin is an amazing beatboxer.
They are the best at what they do, no equal.
No instruments. All vocal talent. They are fire! More Pentatonix (PTX) please!
i have a playlist dedicated to ptx reactions
Daft Punk Medley! You should check out their arrangement! They have an original called Love Again that would be right up your alley! Thank you for this reaction! Please do more PTX! Pent a ton ix, that is how you pronounce it! How that helped!
These folk are the best group in the world
They do have originals - Sing, Happy Now, Love Again, Run To You, Water. I would suggest reacting to PTX on The Sing Off (season 3), here you get to see how they started and there is some great performances. Thank You for the reaction
The beat boxer, Kevin, can beat box while breathing in so he can keep a wall of sound that makes this a capella group have such a full sound. And the harmonies of the other 4 are so tight.
wow that is talent in itself dang
Yes, all a cappella (at least in this one) with beatboxing percussion. They are the best a cappella group in the world and have been changing the world of a cappella for ten years now. All voices with layering, reverb and other audio tricks, but no actual physical musical instruments at all. Pronunciation #1..PENT-a-TON-ix. This is a DEEP rabbit hole, but well worth the trip. Anything you listen to will be fire. Enjoy the ride!!
call me bugz bunny then lol i am going down the hole lol
So many songs to react to but I think you would love New Rules/Are You That Somebody which really highlights Kevin & Matt.
I love your reactions! I’m feeling it with you. They are Pen-Tah-Ton-Iks. Be prepared to be amazed. Please react to some of their other songs - like Mary Did You Know and Hallelujah. Not as jazzy but you will not be disappointed.
Love your reaction! Please please do more from them, you have stuff from 10 years to choose from.. and I had to laugh when you said "he's a problem"! 😁
Kevin does the beatboxing. He is in the white jacket. He calls himself a human 808. He is.
He is a true renaissance man. He was pre-med at Harvard before he joined Penatonix. He plays several instruments. He played cello and sax at Carnegie Hall. He speaks several languages including Mandarin. When he sings he is a tenor. He has written several of their original songs. One of these days he may cure cancer, fix the climate and broker world peace.
To be truly mind blown by Kevin check out his version of Down on his channel.
definitely going to check that out
Excellence is going on
They are widely considered the number1 accapella group in the world.
If you want to hear versatility, check out their arrangement for 12 Days of Christmas.
Everything Ptx does can be replicated live on stage.
They are indeed beat-boxing. No instruments. All voices. What you see is what you get/hear. They may be the premier a capella group in the USA today. Or maybe in the world. If you want to REALLY get your mind blown, try their Daft Punk medley, which show you their range. But just as impressive is their versatility, because they have 3 Grammies for 3 different genres of music. If you are astounded by your first exposure, start exploring to see their range. You will not believe your ears - but it is all true. Further, they don't release a video if they can't perform it live. So watch for some of their videos that were made at a live show. THAT will tell you the truth of this group.
Enjoy, sir, and look around PTX Official to see what else they can do.
You might want to check out their cover of "Hallelujah" which has over a half-BILLION view, their covers of John Lennon's "Imagine," and "Amazing Grace" are also fantastic, as are their "Daft Punk Medley" and the cover of Queen's "Bohemian Rhapsody" and Simon & Garfunkle's "Sound of Silence."
definitely checking all these requests out ..thank you so much for the info and support to the channel
They have 19.1 MILLION subscribers! Welcome to the rabbit hole!
say WHAT WOW lol i didnt even look when i subbed to their channel
Here are my favorites by Pentatonix:
Carol of the Bells (Christmas) (14 November 2012)
The Wizard of Ahhhs by Todrick Hall ft. Pentatonix (16 July 2013)
Daft Punk Medley (4 November 2013 Grammy winner)
Mary, Did You Know? (Christmas) (11 November 2014)
Hallelujah (Christmas) (21 October 2016)
Bohemian Rhapsody (7 April 2017)
Matt replaces Avi as bass
Havana (23 February 2018)
The Sound of Silence (15 February 2019)
Can You Feel the Love Tonight? (23 August 2019)
God Only Knows (Oct 25, 2019)
Blinding Lights (1 July 2020)
Dreams (22 July 2020)
Amazing Grace (5 November 2020)
also.. Home Free produces some GREAT a cappella covers such as..
Ring of Fire featuring Avi Kaplan (25 July 2014)
How Great Thou Art (28 October 2016)
Mayday (17 November 2017)
Helplessly Hoping (27 April 2018)
Man of Constant Sorrow (28 September 2018)
Go Rest High On That Mountain (3 April 2020)
Folsom Prison Blues (25 September 2020)
American Pie featuring Don McLean (3 February 2021)
When a Man Loves a Woman (12 February 2021)
Crazy (30 July 2021)
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Also.. check out another a cappella group called Voiceplay. My favorite of theirs is
Oogie Boogie's Song.
Also, their bass singer Geoff Castellucci has produced some great ones including
The Headless Horseman
Sixteen Tons and
Blackbird
Thanks
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as I screenshot this list 💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾🔥
Mad world 🔥🔥🔥
The black guy wearing the white coat is kevin. He is a beat boxer. He is doing the percussion you are hearing.
The other black guy, matt, is the bass singer.
He uses his voice to make the bass guitar sound you are hearing.
Mitch is what is called a counter tenor.
He can sing insanely high notes.
Matt the bass singer sings extremely low notes, as well. Kevin also sings tenor, raps and plays cello.
Check out their cover of bohemian rhapsody, sound of silence, imagine, daft punk medley, hallelujah, dance of the sugar plum fairies, butter x dynamite, despacito/shape of you, havana.
Those are just a few to whet your appetite for them on.
It's number 1
Powerful
If you like this wait till you hear their Daft Punk medley! It will blow your mind!
Oh that did blow my mind alright 😆
Love you calling these golden oldies.... ROFL.... I had kids already when most of these songs came out. To me golden oldies is like 40's, 50's, maybe 60's.... oh to be young. Great reaction
Oh 😲 😲😲😲😲 wow