@@ronaldreardon4891 you're so right! I've seen it a hundred times, if I've seen it once! Plus, their live performances are, maybe, better than the videos.
Home Free, man of constant sorrow or Mayday are good. Also, their cover of Boys 2 Men, End of the road is awesome too. They sing acapella with a beat boxer as well.
They won a Grammy for this they filmed it yrs. ago in their apartment now pentatonix has a networth of 60 million . They’ve won 3 Grammy have been together 8 yrs. and they sound like this live in concert .
He really needs to see and hear a live version. One that is recorded with a single microphone, that completely makes Autotune impossible would be best.
I believe they used autotune to bring to the front some sounds that are usually harder to hear like Avi's lowest parts and maybe some sounds in the beatboxing. It's not about tidying those sounds up but making them stand out more.
They did this live in a small room, recorded by fans without mics or speakers or anything. And sure, it's not as well balanced as the clean audio version. But nonetheless, they do this whole song without any extra "help" and it sounds so good. True talent and teamwork right there!
@@ivetanovotna7949 That is not Autotune. They are all individually recorded multiple times. The parts are cut and pasted together with all of the volumes adjusted. That is the standard way all recordings are done. Melodyne is almost certainly being used. The reverb is adjusted in post with hard cuts to stop it from bleeding over. Very little has actually been done in this recording. Their mic volumes are also adjusted live in concert.
@@michaelbiggs4313 My bad, I am an amateur when it comes to music and didn't even know anything called Melodyne exists. I know next to nothing about editing music. I guess when people say "used autotune sparingly" or "as it's meant to be used" for music videos sounding similar to this, that means they used the techniques you are mentioning? Just making super simple for noobs like me?
No autotune, all sounds and effects are them lol, they sound the same live. Please react to some of their evolution videos, Evolution of Music, Evolution of Micheal Jackson...you won't be disappointed :)
I was about to say the same...you can see them do this live...in a back room just singing to a small group ua-cam.com/video/tw4YCsHXKgI/v-deo.html the sound difference is the normal acoustics of a recording studio, vs a greenroom space. Scott, Kristen, and Mitch all went to hs together, they knew they needed a great bass and Avi joined, and they saw a video of Kevin in college playing cello and beatboxing along and got him...they joined up to compete and ended up winning. Avi left due to family needs, (His mom had cancer) and they now have a new wonderful Bass Matt. Matt, Avi, and Kevin all had college degrees coming into the group, the original three were all just out of High school.
@@daarianaharis - but it is only because of no microphones and it is recorded using mobile phone in the room. So no real stereo, no quality recording of bass frequencies. But they really are able to reproduce this song live as it was meant and composed.
Look up codfish dlow spencer x or look up gbb it's where beatboxers battles kevin don't even come close to any of them they would destroy kevin in a battle
Fun fact-this Grammy-winning arrangement has been reworked for marching band! The French military band played it for Macron on Bastille Day in 2017 or 2018.
There's a live video of them singing 🎶 this for some VIP fans - no microphones or mixing! Just them in a room w/people sitting on folding chairs! They sound pretty much just like this - just not as loud! It's amazing. ❤️
Don't forget the love for Avi, he was their bass in this video and he's a reason that there are now "rhythmic" sections of acapella competitions instead of just "beatboxing" because as a bass he does so much cool and important rhythm in his songs along with Kevin the beatboxer, their sound works very hand in hand together
along with Kevin, Avi is doing those whistle notes. Avi can do overtone which is super impressive. Can't wait to see you react to their original songs also, enjoying your PTX reactions
@@Bayotherapper there are alot of rumors out there. I have not been able to confirm that one yet. This band literally ended up on camera and recorded for almost everything they did on tour and in performances as part of their marketing strategy. Patreon streaming and all. Complete fishbowl lifestyle. You can see the variation in the $400 video story and what the actual story is that I posted for you.
@@leeproffitt69 I love both groups! Home Free and Pentatonix! Also, you should give VoicePlay a try. They are a lot of talent wrapped up in a core quartet with visiting singers who do certain songs with them. Look for VoicePlay's "Queen in 5 Minutes," or their "Mister Oogie Boogie's Song," from "The Nightmare Before Christmas." They have a lot of fun performing, and like to look a bit ridiculous for their fans. Avi Kaplan, the Pentatonix bass singer in this video, has collaborated with Home Free before, and it was simply breathtaking. Try Home Free's "Ring of Fire" to hear Avi and the Home Free guys. All three of these groups have amazing harmonies, awe-inspiring bass singers, and jaw-dropping beatboxers, but I believe that Home Free's beatboxer (and founding member), Adam Rupp, is by far the best. He does a 9-11 minute drum solo in their live shows, where it's just him and his microphone, sitting on a barstool, and I swear you can see the drumsticks flying! All three of their bass men, though, are the real reason I am a Pentaholic Home Fry VoicePlayer. I would die a happy woman to see all three of them performing onstage together, doing a bass battle!
The video seemed just fine!! Also, being a Pentaholic is a personal state-of-mind...it's NOT a "club". You can be one and never tell a soul - although IT IS A POINT OF PRIDE!!!!! Welcome to the world of Pentatonix!!
Kevin is the Beatboxer, check out his page KO on You Tube. He celloboxes...he is so beyond talented. Also, there is a video of them doing this live, just as impressive. No auto tune
How about them minor 9th chords at the beginning? The audio was recorded in Avi and Kevin’s closet, the video was recorded in their kitchen! It cost $400 (most was spent on editing); they won their 1st Grammy with this!
I’ve gone down the rabbit hole of you reacting to Pentatonix! 😂 I just wanted to say that you look really nice in lavender and I’m really enjoying how enthusiastic you are about music! You’re a pleasure to watch!
@@Bayotherapper Nope, they can perform this live. There is no auto tune for any of it. You can check out a live version of them singing this off mic in a green room for a private performance: ua-cam.com/video/tw4YCsHXKgI/v-deo.html
Avi is the bass, but he isn't in the group anymore. Now, Matt is the bass, Scott (the blond guy) is the baritone (He cover up the bass when Matt or Avi is singing). The girl is Kirstin (mezzo soprano), the tenor is Mitch and Kevin, the beatboxer, cello player and singer, He's a tenor too. Xoxo from Brazil🇧🇷
chuckling....liked his before I even watched it. So excited to watch you get blown away. Given your rap background, check out their cover of Problem - Ariana Grande - you won't be disappointed. Great Reaction Bayo, thanks. See you on the next one :)
Always fun to see reactions to PTX Daft Punk. They don't edit in the electronic sounds, they do them. Obviously, recording studio, in this case, closet studio, equipment gives the best quality of sound, but they only record things they can do live. I don't understand the limitations on reactors, it gives great exposure to artists. I don't see a down side. I hope you will get into some Christmas, and maybe some comparisons of their covers to originals. A great example would be "Gold" by kiara, and then their cover. Wishing you success with your channel.
I second that😋 It's always fun watching people get Mitch-slapped, it's (personal opinion) even more fun watching people get Avi-shook, but this one clubs people over the head with the whole group from the get-go and never lets them find their feet again.😆
**THERE ARE LITERALLY NO WORDS IN MY ENGLISH VOCABULARY, THAT CAN DESCRIBE THIS GROUP!!!** I have also come to the conclusion, that Mitch is an Alien, from the planet of WTF 🙃 😊🙃 I truly love how Pentatonix will put their own spin on a song, yet still manage to keep the integrity & respect the original artist.❣❣❣
Also if tou want to check out a live performance check out the live video of "Aha!! Live at the Star Plaza" They also have a live performance of "Hallelujah"
Your face reminds me of a child on Christmas morning, with all the presents Santa brought, and all the light shimmering on the tree. I love your reaction... !! This is my favorite group of such talented members. They know just how to arrange the songs, You are well on your way to being a Pentaholic!!
You're the first reactor I've heard refer to them as a band so early in your exposure to them! They ARE that good!!! So good, in fact, that you can pick and choose your own personal favorites from the songs that they cover on their channel and your viewers will still love your reactions!!!
$400 + filmed in avi's kitchen + recorded in a closet = 1 Grammy They never do a song that they can't reproduce live. I officially dub you a pentaholic (sp?)
Well not anymore. Not since they started sampling dead singers. I can't find the comment that asked me since when and asked me to comment but so far it is Whitney Houston and Bing Crosby just beginning in 2018-19ish
Agree totally - proof positive the videos and live versions have very little difference (or in this case, no difference, maybe even better) It also may not get blocked like the other :)
@Claudette J did he do the live version? I thought it was the video....unless he's done both and I missed one - I'll go back and check - thanks Claudette - I agree on the feels like family, especially as he is the image of my nephew (sounds like him too - it's a bit surreal tbh)
if you like Kevin's beatboxing,you should check out Homefree videos( Man of Constant Sorrow, butts remix, ring of fire featuring Avi Kaplan from Pentatonix) another acapella group but one that's a little more country style.
The first song starts your trip down the Pentatonix “rabbit hole”. I hope you will enjoy all the Pentatonix songs suggested. Gold (cover of Ciara’s song) is fabulous. Old song of Lourdes - Royals (when Pentatonix was just starting) really good! Have fun!
Check out their video of the cover of Gold by Kiiara. It is amazing!! Mitch does with his voice live what Kiiara has to use machines for. They are that good.
One thing to make them even more amazing. There are no edits in this song. There are no electric effects of any sort. Even the "skips" were sung by them. They recorded it in the closet of an apartment and filmed the video in the kitchen. And won a Grammy award for the arrangement. They can reproduce it on stage - even without microphones.
Be aware. The bass here (Avi Kaplan) left the group in 2017-their pace of arranging-rehearsing-recording-touring was tough for him. Perfecting their sounds takes many many hours. Avi’s mom was ill-and he was having to fly home frequently. He helped choose the new bass, Matt Sallee. It may LOOK like they changed other members...but Mitch (counter-tenor, high male voice) is a chameleon-changing his hair and startle constantly. Kirstie has also changed her hair frequently. Avi is the only member who left and was replaced!!
You were saying you've not seen groups with a beatboxer - but there are a few great a cappella groups! I know you're only starting on the PTX journey, but the two other big groups: • Home Free - country group, their (award-winning) beatboxer is Adam Rupp, • VoicePlay - they're a pop/theatrical group, their beatboxer is Layne Stein,
Kevin is awesome, period. He has a pre-med degree from Yale. He speaks five languages, including Mandarin. He's classically trained on piano, saxophone, and cello, and before Pentatonix ever heard of him he'd already performed at Carnegie Hall twice, once on saxophone and once on cello. He beatboxes *while* playing the cello, a technique that he invented and which he calls "celloboxing." He's one of the best beatboxers on the planet, if not *the* best, and on the rare occasions when he isn't too busy being the entire percussion section to solo he has a lovely tenor voice and is known for the beauty of his falsetto range (I'm not certain, but I *think* he can actually sing a bit higher than Mitch). But I've also heard him sing in the upper end of the baritone range. And when he laughs the whole world seems like a brighter place. The trio were very lucky to find Kevin, back when they were looking for a beatboxer to round out the band, and they readily acknowledge this fact.
The craziest part... you would think they use 'loop' to make those non-syllabic sounds, but they nail this LIVE on stage acapella. It's almost like they've invented a new form of audible art.
Home Free is another a cappella group that sings with a beatboxer. They are amazing. For a bit of different genres try their 'Butts Remix'. It has rock, country, and hiphop. When listening it is hard to remember there are no instruments.
I’m rewatching this with you and literally every time you say something I’m reliving my exact reaction from years ago! Makes me happy to see someone else feelin the same way I do!! 😋
I worked a show of theirs in Chicago. When they came out for soundcheck I about fell over upon hearing them with just microphones. I thought that they were singing to a backing track. They are 100% real top to bottom, front to back. Avi has gone on to do some amazing solo work. You should check him out and do a reaction to one of his songs. They are all amazing.
As part of your ongoing PTX journey, you will probably like some of their live performances. That’s where you go to the next level of appreciation for how talented they are. AHA Singapore is amazing.
I'm sure someone else has already told you this but...the "Grammy Awards" literally modified a previous category in order to include PTX and award them their first (of three, to date) Grammy Awards, specifically for this song/medley/music video!
pentatonix are the very best of the best. there is such richness within this group, Avi is the bass and does some beatboxing. his range is amazing, he has moved on to do his own thing and another has moved in.
So fun fact about Kevin (beatboxer) and Avi (bass), they both do both, there's a video somewhere of them switching between parts of the rhythm section depending on what's needed. Also Scott (tall blonde) sometimes does the bass line when Avi is singing main tune, like in their It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year. Avi also has done some incredible solo stuff lately
I've subscribed to your channel and hit the notifications. You are so Fun to watch. You're a Sweet Guy. You haven't even scratched the surface of the pantatonix music catalog. Keep going and Thank you For your Reaction
I know I'm like a month late on this, but I've been watching a bunch of reactions on this because I only discovered it myself recently and I have to give you major credit because you point out things that musicians, song composers, vocalists, etc. don't touch on. Nicely done man. I also really respect that you held off mentioning the elements of the video until a bit in.
No autotune...they never record what they can't perform live. Now, they do balance sound and that kind of thing when onstage to ensure everyone is heard, but their voices are their voices.
I took 2 seconds to like and subscribe because you seem like a nice person and I'd like to see more of your reactions. I could write a University paper on Pentatonix, I've been a super-fan since their first performance on The Sing Off. Scott (white hair) and Mitch (short black hair) met doing theater in Texas as kids, went to separate schools, and then went to the same high school. Scott and Kirstin were already best friends at that school. They made some videos as a trio, and then when a friend of Scott's did an earlier season of The Sing-Off, she suggested Scott form a bigger group and audition. (edited to add): This friend apparently told Scott "you could win that show." They found Kevin on UA-cam beatboxing while playing the cello, and Avi was already an established acapella artist. They met for the first time the DAY BEORE the audition for The Sing Off. Listen to their first performance and tell me it sounds like a one day rehearsal! On the show Shawn Stockman called Avi and Kevin "Meat and Potatoes" for how well they complimented each other.
Kevin does the beatboxing, and Avi is the bass. They do work together to make the melody. Avi can blow speakers with his bass if you haven't seen that, it's pretty crazy.
you'll need to watch the show 'sing-off' when they won the top prize.... that was the start of it all... and, when they won the show, three of them were only 19 years old....
Kevin does almost all the effects. They are all contributing whoosh sounds. Avi often follows Kevin's kick drum with a bass push that makes it sound like one thing, but it is really both of them. If you do like this kind of energy, then try Love Again for more crazy dance club techno and Sing for happy energy. In fact, Sing is a great way to kick start a sluggish morning when you are in covid lockdown.
when talent +a $200 shoe-string budget +great video editing = GRAMMY!! like the others said NO autotune, just PURE TALENT. ;) if you can check out their debut on the SingOff tv series. they did it LIVE on TV!(that's where I 1st learned about them!)
Their label is ridiculously hard on reactors, and I don't know why. Pentatonix made a name for themselves on UA-cam after they had won a televised acapella competition on NBC that aired for 4 years. Sony Music Entertainment offered a recording contract to the winner of The Sing-Off and Pentatonix won season 3. One week after winning the label dropped them saying they didn't believe acapella music could be competitive in mainstream music. I have no idea why Sony even offered a record deal as part of a prize for an acapella competition if they felt that way in the first place. But the point is Pentatonix went on and did things on their own using UA-cam because that's where members had first uploaded acapella music videos from The Trio (the three main lyricists) and Kevin (the beatboxer) did cello boxing videos before they ever became a group for the sole purpose of auditioning for The Sing-Off. And they made a name for themselves because people remembered them from The Sing-Off and became patrons and allowed them to make music videos and EP's. But it was all on UA-cam and they wanted people to see what they were doing and to watch it and air it because that was advertising and it got their work out to a larger audience. When are RCA signed them Sony went crazy blocking everything because RCA is a subsidiary of Sony Music Entertainment. Sony didn't even want Pentatonix to start with and now it's like they block everything that would be beneficial to them being heard. I don't think they get the promotion that they need in order to be known even though they won three Grammys already and had platinum and gold selling albums. So I don't know why Sony blocks reactors that react to their music since the label doesn't exactly get them out there in mainstream and get them some air time. It's not like it's taking money out of Sony's pocket because they're not even putting them on the radio. don't feel bad. everybody that reacts to them has to edit the reactions and have pauses in order to get the videos uploaded and past Sony's copyright strikes. I think you're doing a superb job!
Kevin is a technical beast - some of the videos from their tour show them sitting around working out the arrangements for new live tracks...he'll say things like ' do you want a note, or a sound...series of sounds ? '..... then he'll come up with something that everyone thinks fits best... his solo channel is awesome when you get time to chk it out.
Look up codfish dlow spencer x or look up gbb it's where beatboxers battles kevin don't even come close to any of them they would destroy kevin in a battle
If you want to see them do the skipping of voices, watch their journey on the Sing Off...Their song Video Killed the Radio Star has them doing the voice skip to great advantage.
If you get the chance to see them live, they are 100% the same in person. They have an agreement, they don't do anything in studio that they can't make it sound the same in person. No autotune, no mixing, just them.
Kevin is the beat-boxer, and Avi does effects too and in this video is the groups base. The other three are Kirsty, Mitch (dark hair) and Scott (blond). Edit: They are also 100% Ac cappella, they can and frequently do accomplish the same sound when live.
Kevin you've got correct. Avi is bass ( beard) , Mitch tenor and more, Kristin, And Scott. Scott, Mitch and Kristin have been together since childhood. The 5 went on "sing off" and won. Watch them from the beginning. There's nothing they can't sing. Watch any song. Sing, The little drummer boy" Carol of the Bells" Bohemian Rhapsody, the evolution of music. And all
Love your reactions to PTX. One thing you got wrong, though...there is no autotune for effects. It wouldn't really be acapella if they did. They are doing all those "effects" with their voices. There is a live version of this that you can find on YT, and it sounds almost exactly the same. Most new PTX reactors make the same mistake and it is understandable because they are just so damn good that it is hard to believe. If there are any instruments or "effects" added, they make it obvious and show it in their videos. One thing that PTX is known for is that they don't produce or make any songs that they cannot also perform live. In studio production, pretty much all that is done is balancing, equalizing, etc., but nothing that would actually change their performance.
Bayo...You are such a nice young man...such a difference from me to you....I am an old lady and you so young yet music brought us together here. I had never heard of beat boxing or Daft Punk before I started watching Reaction videos two weeks ago. Its wonderful. I love your comments and you are enjoying the music and so am I! Barbara from Canada
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Let's see. Grins, check. Widened eyes, check. Goosebumps as apprpos, check. Sorry dude. Classic signs of Pentaholicism already. U r done for. Welcome.
You just earned another sub, boss. I like your style!
@@ronaldreardon4891 you're so right! I've seen it a hundred times, if I've seen it once! Plus, their live performances are, maybe, better than the videos.
You are such a breath of fresh air in your analysis of PTX....Liked and subscribed...waving from Australia
Home Free, man of constant sorrow or Mayday are good. Also, their cover of Boys 2 Men, End of the road is awesome too. They sing acapella with a beat boxer as well.
It may sound like sutotune, but you can find live/personal performances of this song that sound exactly the same.
I was about to say this and then read your reply. You're correct, they do almost no editing to effects or anything.
Wait til he sees Bohemian Rhapsody and is told the megaphone is just a prop
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Yeah, I came into the comments to say, “LOL! Effects and autotune. Nah, it’s just voices. GL wrapping your head around that next time you listen.”
They won a Grammy for this they filmed it yrs. ago in their apartment now pentatonix has a networth of 60 million . They’ve won 3 Grammy have been together 8 yrs. and they sound like this live in concert .
Actually PTX formed in 2011, so this is their 10th year. Woohoo - a decade of PTX!
They filmed it in Avi's apartment. In his closet, actually. On an iPhone.
@@DownundaThunda Scott said it was on an iPad. Same difference.
Won the Sing off 9 years ago the 28th of November 2011 (Scott's tweet).
YES ! The same sounds are live in concert. They simply rock every song !
Sorry no auto tune here friend. Just them.
He really needs to see and hear a live version. One that is recorded with a single microphone, that completely makes Autotune impossible would be best.
I believe they used autotune to bring to the front some sounds that are usually harder to hear like Avi's lowest parts and maybe some sounds in the beatboxing. It's not about tidying those sounds up but making them stand out more.
They did this live in a small room, recorded by fans without mics or speakers or anything. And sure, it's not as well balanced as the clean audio version. But nonetheless, they do this whole song without any extra "help" and it sounds so good. True talent and teamwork right there!
@@ivetanovotna7949 That is not Autotune. They are all individually recorded multiple times. The parts are cut and pasted together with all of the volumes adjusted. That is the standard way all recordings are done. Melodyne is almost certainly being used. The reverb is adjusted in post with hard cuts to stop it from bleeding over. Very little has actually been done in this recording. Their mic volumes are also adjusted live in concert.
@@michaelbiggs4313 My bad, I am an amateur when it comes to music and didn't even know anything called Melodyne exists. I know next to nothing about editing music. I guess when people say "used autotune sparingly" or "as it's meant to be used" for music videos sounding similar to this, that means they used the techniques you are mentioning? Just making super simple for noobs like me?
No autotune, all sounds and effects are them lol, they sound the same live. Please react to some of their evolution videos, Evolution of Music, Evolution of Micheal Jackson...you won't be disappointed :)
I was about to say the same...you can see them do this live...in a back room just singing to a small group ua-cam.com/video/tw4YCsHXKgI/v-deo.html the sound difference is the normal acoustics of a recording studio, vs a greenroom space.
Scott, Kristen, and Mitch all went to hs together, they knew they needed a great bass and Avi joined, and they saw a video of Kevin in college playing cello and beatboxing along and got him...they joined up to compete and ended up winning. Avi left due to family needs, (His mom had cancer) and they now have a new wonderful Bass Matt. Matt, Avi, and Kevin all had college degrees coming into the group, the original three were all just out of High school.
It's brilliant live, but it does not sound the same.
@@daarianaharis - but it is only because of no microphones and it is recorded using mobile phone in the room. So no real stereo, no quality recording of bass frequencies. But they really are able to reproduce this song live as it was meant and composed.
It does sound the same
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“Kevin is absolutely awesome at beatboxing.”
Understatement of the century!
Look up codfish dlow spencer x or look up gbb it's where beatboxers battles kevin don't even come close to any of them they would destroy kevin in a battle
Kevin also plays cello. Violin and is a great vocalist. Check out True Colors by KO
Him and Adam from Home Free are AMAZING!!!!!!
@@joshuaknight311 spencer is garbage...
Kevin is superbly talented!
Btw, can we just talk about how ADORABLE Kirsten's crooked little smile is?!?!
Best thing to see on the internet.
I literally look forward to that in EVERY video. SO adorable!!
@@spideydew20 right?! I fall a little for ever time I see it!
@@larrybarrjr.6720, only a little...? :)
Her crooked little smile is so cute and sexy.
They create the effects themselves - no autotune. You should watch the “daft punk private performance” - it’s live and with no mics
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In their Grammy acceptance speak, Scott said they recorded this in their closet and filmed it in a kitchen.
And it cost like $600 total.
Best 600$ spent ever
Fun fact-this Grammy-winning arrangement has been reworked for marching band! The French military band played it for Macron on Bastille Day in 2017 or 2018.
Macron and Trump.
There's a live video of them singing 🎶 this for some VIP fans - no microphones or mixing! Just them in a room w/people sitting on folding chairs! They sound pretty much just like this - just not as loud! It's amazing. ❤️
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Don't forget the love for Avi, he was their bass in this video and he's a reason that there are now "rhythmic" sections of acapella competitions instead of just "beatboxing" because as a bass he does so much cool and important rhythm in his songs along with Kevin the beatboxer, their sound works very hand in hand together
They a couple great originals. Check out "Sing", "Love Again" and "Happy Now"
Also, Be My Eyes!
and Run to You!
Love Again is my favourite!
@@ExotiicButter It's my favorite too.
along with Kevin, Avi is doing those whistle notes. Avi can do overtone which is super impressive. Can't wait to see you react to their original songs also, enjoying your PTX reactions
Scott Hoying is the blonde , Mitch grassi , Kirsten the only girl . Avi Kaplan bass he’s been replaced now . Beatboxer Kevin oslusa
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Nope, no autotune. They pride themselves on not putting out anything they can't do live. Watch some of their live performances.
You should also check that one of there producers did say that he used auto tune slightly on some parts 👀 still awesome though
@@Bayotherapper there are alot of rumors out there. I have not been able to confirm that one yet. This band literally ended up on camera and recorded for almost everything they did on tour and in performances as part of their marketing strategy. Patreon streaming and all. Complete fishbowl lifestyle. You can see the variation in the $400 video story and what the actual story is that I posted for you.
@@Bayotherapper if you want to know another group like PTX listen to, HOME FREE- Man of Constant Sorrow you will become a Home Fry like everyone else
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@@leeproffitt69 I love both groups! Home Free and Pentatonix! Also, you should give VoicePlay a try. They are a lot of talent wrapped up in a core quartet with visiting singers who do certain songs with them. Look for VoicePlay's "Queen in 5 Minutes," or their "Mister Oogie Boogie's Song," from "The Nightmare Before Christmas." They have a lot of fun performing, and like to look a bit ridiculous for their fans.
Avi Kaplan, the Pentatonix bass singer in this video, has collaborated with Home Free before, and it was simply breathtaking. Try Home Free's "Ring of Fire" to hear Avi and the Home Free guys.
All three of these groups have amazing harmonies, awe-inspiring bass singers, and jaw-dropping beatboxers, but I believe that Home Free's beatboxer (and founding member), Adam Rupp, is by far the best. He does a 9-11 minute drum solo in their live shows, where it's just him and his microphone, sitting on a barstool, and I swear you can see the drumsticks flying!
All three of their bass men, though, are the real reason I am a Pentaholic Home Fry VoicePlayer. I would die a happy woman to see all three of them performing onstage together, doing a bass battle!
They're so versatile. I admire their talent, but just as much I admire their work ethic. Hard, hard workers.
The video seemed just fine!! Also, being a Pentaholic is a personal state-of-mind...it's NOT a "club". You can be one and never tell a soul - although IT IS A POINT OF PRIDE!!!!! Welcome to the world of Pentatonix!!
Kevin is the Beatboxer, check out his page KO on You Tube. He celloboxes...he is so beyond talented. Also, there is a video of them doing this live, just as impressive. No auto tune
Watching him getting his mind blown, makes me smile. lolz
They won a Grammy for this, Recorded sound in their closet did the video portions in Avi/Kevin's Kitchen think about that kind of talent...
Great reactions !!! Their cover of Bohemian Rhapsody by Queen is soooo good
They are absolutely unique! Feels like divine providence that they came together and decided to make music for our enjoyment... or they are aliens!
How about them minor 9th chords at the beginning? The audio was recorded in Avi and Kevin’s closet, the video was recorded in their kitchen! It cost $400 (most was spent on editing); they won their 1st Grammy with this!
I’ve gone down the rabbit hole of you reacting to Pentatonix! 😂 I just wanted to say that you look really nice in lavender and I’m really enjoying how enthusiastic you are about music! You’re a pleasure to watch!
They actually don't use auto tune. They are just that good 😁
They used auto tune for the effects surely? Haha
@@Bayotherapper Nope, they can perform this live. There is no auto tune for any of it. You can check out a live version of them singing this off mic in a green room for a private performance: ua-cam.com/video/tw4YCsHXKgI/v-deo.html
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Avi is the bass, but he isn't in the group anymore. Now, Matt is the bass, Scott (the blond guy) is the baritone (He cover up the bass when Matt or Avi is singing). The girl is Kirstin (mezzo soprano), the tenor is Mitch and Kevin, the beatboxer, cello player and singer, He's a tenor too. Xoxo from Brazil🇧🇷
chuckling....liked his before I even watched it. So excited to watch you get blown away. Given your rap background, check out their cover of Problem - Ariana Grande - you won't be disappointed. Great Reaction Bayo, thanks. See you on the next one :)
Thank you so so much I will certainly check that out! ❤️
Always fun to see reactions to PTX Daft Punk. They don't edit in the electronic sounds, they do them. Obviously, recording studio, in this case, closet studio, equipment gives the best quality of sound, but they only record things they can do live.
I don't understand the limitations on reactors, it gives great exposure to artists. I don't see a down side.
I hope you will get into some Christmas, and maybe some comparisons of their covers to originals.
A great example would be "Gold" by kiara, and then their cover.
Wishing you success with your channel.
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I second that😋 It's always fun watching people get Mitch-slapped, it's (personal opinion) even more fun watching people get Avi-shook, but this one clubs people over the head with the whole group from the get-go and never lets them find their feet again.😆
**THERE ARE LITERALLY NO WORDS IN MY ENGLISH VOCABULARY, THAT CAN DESCRIBE THIS GROUP!!!** I have also come to the conclusion, that Mitch is an Alien, from the planet of WTF 🙃 😊🙃 I truly love how Pentatonix will put their own spin on a song, yet still manage to keep the integrity & respect the original artist.❣❣❣
Also if tou want to check out a live performance check out the live video of "Aha!! Live at the Star Plaza" They also have a live performance of "Hallelujah"
They got their first Grammy for their Daft Punk" medley. Well deserved. Thanks for reacting to PTX.
You need to do Aha live at Singapore. The guy with the high voice (aka mitch) goes OFF in that song!!
Your face reminds me of a child on Christmas morning, with all the presents Santa brought, and all the light shimmering on the tree. I love your reaction... !! This is my favorite group of such talented members. They know just how to arrange the songs, You are well on your way to being a Pentaholic!!
You're the first reactor I've heard refer to them as a band so early in your exposure to them! They ARE that good!!! So good, in fact, that you can pick and choose your own personal favorites from the songs that they cover on their channel and your viewers will still love your reactions!!!
And Avi is more than a Bass. His effects and unique sounds enhances the awesomeness the Kevin lays down. Mindblowing! 🤯🤯🤯
Finally someone reacts like I expected everybody to react after Avi first says "never 𝕠𝕧𝕖𝕣"
$400 + filmed in avi's kitchen + recorded in a closet = 1 Grammy
They never do a song that they can't reproduce live.
I officially dub you a pentaholic (sp?)
Well not anymore. Not since they started sampling dead singers.
I can't find the comment that asked me since when and asked me to comment but so far it is Whitney Houston and Bing Crosby just beginning in 2018-19ish
You should watch them sing Hallelujah live!
Agree totally - proof positive the videos and live versions have very little difference (or in this case, no difference, maybe even better) It also may not get blocked like the other :)
@Claudette J did he do the live version? I thought it was the video....unless he's done both and I missed one - I'll go back and check - thanks Claudette - I agree on the feels like family, especially as he is the image of my nephew (sounds like him too - it's a bit surreal tbh)
PTX is unbelievable. their hard work separates them from most other groups.
"Ooooh my gawd."
We have all literally said this about PTX.
Pentatonix is just brilliant... breath taking
if you like Kevin's beatboxing,you should check out Homefree videos( Man of Constant Sorrow, butts remix, ring of fire featuring Avi Kaplan from Pentatonix) another acapella group but one that's a little more country style.
The first song starts your trip down the Pentatonix “rabbit hole”. I hope you will enjoy all the Pentatonix songs suggested. Gold (cover of Ciara’s song) is fabulous. Old song of Lourdes - Royals (when Pentatonix was just starting) really good! Have fun!
Check out their video of the cover of Gold by Kiiara. It is amazing!! Mitch does with his voice live what Kiiara has to use machines for. They are that good.
One thing to make them even more amazing. There are no edits in this song. There are no electric effects of any sort. Even the "skips" were sung by them. They recorded it in the closet of an apartment and filmed the video in the kitchen. And won a Grammy award for the arrangement. They can reproduce it on stage - even without microphones.
I love how you just went stock still when Avi started singing.
Be aware. The bass here (Avi Kaplan) left the group in 2017-their pace of arranging-rehearsing-recording-touring was tough for him. Perfecting their sounds takes many many hours. Avi’s mom was ill-and he was having to fly home frequently. He helped choose the new bass, Matt Sallee. It may LOOK like they changed other members...but Mitch (counter-tenor, high male voice) is a chameleon-changing his hair and startle constantly. Kirstie has also changed her hair frequently. Avi is the only member who left and was replaced!!
Still my favorite PTX is one of their origins "Run to you" But completely other style then Daft Punk
You were saying you've not seen groups with a beatboxer - but there are a few great a cappella groups! I know you're only starting on the PTX journey, but the two other big groups:
• Home Free - country group, their (award-winning) beatboxer is Adam Rupp,
• VoicePlay - they're a pop/theatrical group, their beatboxer is Layne Stein,
Subscribed! Your energy is awesome and I’m loving your new found love for Pentatonix. They have won 3 Grammys and deserve so much more recognition
Pentatonix has always been amazing from the very beginning years ago. They never fail to impress!
Kevin is awesome, period. He has a pre-med degree from Yale. He speaks five languages, including Mandarin. He's classically trained on piano, saxophone, and cello, and before Pentatonix ever heard of him he'd already performed at Carnegie Hall twice, once on saxophone and once on cello. He beatboxes *while* playing the cello, a technique that he invented and which he calls "celloboxing." He's one of the best beatboxers on the planet, if not *the* best, and on the rare occasions when he isn't too busy being the entire percussion section to solo he has a lovely tenor voice and is known for the beauty of his falsetto range (I'm not certain, but I *think* he can actually sing a bit higher than Mitch). But I've also heard him sing in the upper end of the baritone range. And when he laughs the whole world seems like a brighter place.
The trio were very lucky to find Kevin, back when they were looking for a beatboxer to round out the band, and they readily acknowledge this fact.
The craziest part... you would think they use 'loop' to make those non-syllabic sounds, but they nail this LIVE on stage acapella. It's almost like they've invented a new form of audible art.
Home Free is another a cappella group that sings with a beatboxer. They are amazing. For a bit of different genres try their 'Butts Remix'. It has rock, country, and hiphop. When listening it is hard to remember there are no instruments.
Great reaction! I love seeing people discovering this amazing group. You won't want to miss their cover of Bohemian Rhapsody.
I've heard them live in concert and I can confirm they sound the *exact same* in person as they do in their videos. They're brilliant!
I’m rewatching this with you and literally every time you say something I’m reliving my exact reaction from years ago! Makes me happy to see someone else feelin the same way I do!! 😋
I worked a show of theirs in Chicago. When they came out for soundcheck I about fell over upon hearing them with just microphones. I thought that they were singing to a backing track. They are 100% real top to bottom, front to back. Avi has gone on to do some amazing solo work. You should check him out and do a reaction to one of his songs. They are all amazing.
As part of your ongoing PTX journey, you will probably like some of their live performances. That’s where you go to the next level of appreciation for how talented they are. AHA Singapore is amazing.
I'm sure someone else has already told you this but...the "Grammy Awards" literally modified a previous category in order to include PTX and award them their first (of three, to date) Grammy Awards, specifically for this song/medley/music video!
pentatonix are the very best of the best. there is such richness within this group, Avi is the bass and does some beatboxing. his range is amazing, he has moved on to do his own thing and another has moved in.
So fun fact about Kevin (beatboxer) and Avi (bass), they both do both, there's a video somewhere of them switching between parts of the rhythm section depending on what's needed. Also Scott (tall blonde) sometimes does the bass line when Avi is singing main tune, like in their It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year. Avi also has done some incredible solo stuff lately
Love, love, love your reaction to Pentatonix. Much like my first reaction when I watched them win the Singoff.
I've subscribed to your channel and hit the notifications. You are so Fun to watch. You're a Sweet Guy. You haven't even scratched the surface of the pantatonix music catalog. Keep going and Thank you For your Reaction
Thank you so so much ❤️
Imagine by John Lennon, my fav❣️Love your reactions
I know I'm like a month late on this, but I've been watching a bunch of reactions on this because I only discovered it myself recently and I have to give you major credit because you point out things that musicians, song composers, vocalists, etc. don't touch on. Nicely done man. I also really respect that you held off mentioning the elements of the video until a bit in.
No autotune...they never record what they can't perform live. Now, they do balance sound and that kind of thing when onstage to ensure everyone is heard, but their voices are their voices.
Kevin, the beatboxer, also has a great tenor voice with a wide range. Also plays cello, sometimes with PTX, and speaks Mandarin.
I took 2 seconds to like and subscribe because you seem like a nice person and I'd like to see more of your reactions. I could write a University paper on Pentatonix, I've been a super-fan since their first performance on The Sing Off. Scott (white hair) and Mitch (short black hair) met doing theater in Texas as kids, went to separate schools, and then went to the same high school. Scott and Kirstin were already best friends at that school. They made some videos as a trio, and then when a friend of Scott's did an earlier season of The Sing-Off, she suggested Scott form a bigger group and audition. (edited to add): This friend apparently told Scott "you could win that show."
They found Kevin on UA-cam beatboxing while playing the cello, and Avi was already an established acapella artist. They met for the first time the DAY BEORE the audition for The Sing Off. Listen to their first performance and tell me it sounds like a one day rehearsal! On the show Shawn Stockman called Avi and Kevin "Meat and Potatoes" for how well they complimented each other.
Kevin does the beatboxing, and Avi is the bass. They do work together to make the melody. Avi can blow speakers with his bass if you haven't seen that, it's pretty crazy.
The fact that they managed ALL of this on 40$ a mom’s closet, and some halloween props is… amazing
Would love for you to react to Pentatonix original "Love Again" Kevin(beat boxer) and Avi(bass) Kill it. And of course Mitch's vocals are amazing 😁💜
No auto-tune. They are singing those effects.
Everyone gets Mitch slapped. Lol he is amazing. The whole group is stunning.❤️🇨🇦
Welcome to the wonderful world of PTX where there is no autocue just stand out amazing a capella music!
watch the acceptance of their Grammy for "Daft Punk" on UA-cam. They are so humble and down to earth.
You should see Pentatonix live. Nothing beats their energy.
Check out Home Free and Voiceplay! They originated from the sing-off just like Pentatonix. All three groups are phenomenal!
I love your reactions. Ptx have like a million songs and I hope you could react to every one of them :)
I certainly will! ❤️
No apologies necessary! Everybody has the same problem and interruptions are expected... love your reactions!!
i am a 66 yr. old gramma and you are one of my favorite reactors and can i say that you are so adorably cute!!! Love your accent!!!
you'll need to watch the show 'sing-off' when they won the top prize.... that was the start of it all... and, when they won the show, three of them were only 19 years old....
Very glad you found a method to get it uploaded and not blocked! cheers mate! great reaction!
Kevin does almost all the effects. They are all contributing whoosh sounds. Avi often follows Kevin's kick drum with a bass push that makes it sound like one thing, but it is really both of them.
If you do like this kind of energy, then try Love Again for more crazy dance club techno and Sing for happy energy. In fact, Sing is a great way to kick start a sluggish morning when you are in covid lockdown.
I think the first time someone watches ptx and fall in love with them, you're already a pentaholic. Because we all know it's inevitable anyway.
No auto tune here.
What you are hearing is their voices and only their voices.
These 5 are the most talented vocalists I’ve ever heard
They deffo have used auto tune on some of the effects used but it’s not a problem at all! It’s all part of the production 😁
when talent +a $200 shoe-string budget +great video editing = GRAMMY!!
like the others said NO autotune, just PURE TALENT. ;)
if you can check out their debut on the SingOff tv series. they did it LIVE on TV!(that's where I 1st learned about them!)
This was Their 1st of their 3 Grammy wins. It was produced in a kitchen and filmed in a closet and did it for $400
Freaking FIRE. 🎸🔥🗽
Wait. Just wait until you see a live song. I'd recommend Aha from Singapore. It'll blow your mind!
Their label is ridiculously hard on reactors, and I don't know why. Pentatonix made a name for themselves on UA-cam after they had won a televised acapella competition on NBC that aired for 4 years. Sony Music Entertainment offered a recording contract to the winner of The Sing-Off and Pentatonix won season 3. One week after winning the label dropped them saying they didn't believe acapella music could be competitive in mainstream music. I have no idea why Sony even offered a record deal as part of a prize for an acapella competition if they felt that way in the first place. But the point is Pentatonix went on and did things on their own using UA-cam because that's where members had first uploaded acapella music videos from The Trio (the three main lyricists) and Kevin (the beatboxer) did cello boxing videos before they ever became a group for the sole purpose of auditioning for The Sing-Off. And they made a name for themselves because people remembered them from The Sing-Off and became patrons and allowed them to make music videos and EP's. But it was all on UA-cam and they wanted people to see what they were doing and to watch it and air it because that was advertising and it got their work out to a larger audience. When are RCA signed them Sony went crazy blocking everything because RCA is a subsidiary of Sony Music Entertainment. Sony didn't even want Pentatonix to start with and now it's like they block everything that would be beneficial to them being heard. I don't think they get the promotion that they need in order to be known even though they won three Grammys already and had platinum and gold selling albums. So I don't know why Sony blocks reactors that react to their music since the label doesn't exactly get them out there in mainstream and get them some air time. It's not like it's taking money out of Sony's pocket because they're not even putting them on the radio. don't feel bad. everybody that reacts to them has to edit the reactions and have pauses in order to get the videos uploaded and past Sony's copyright strikes. I think you're doing a superb job!
This medley sounds like a wonderful firework.
Kevin is a technical beast - some of the videos from their tour show them sitting around working out the arrangements for new live tracks...he'll say things like ' do you want a note, or a sound...series of sounds ? '..... then he'll come up with something that everyone thinks fits best... his solo channel is awesome when you get time to chk it out.
Look up codfish dlow spencer x or look up gbb it's where beatboxers battles kevin don't even come close to any of them they would destroy kevin in a battle
If you want to see them do the skipping of voices, watch their journey on the Sing Off...Their song Video Killed the Radio Star has them doing the voice skip to great advantage.
If you get the chance to see them live, they are 100% the same in person. They have an agreement, they don't do anything in studio that they can't make it sound the same in person. No autotune, no mixing, just them.
Kevin is the beat-boxer, and Avi does effects too and in this video is the groups base. The other three are Kirsty, Mitch (dark hair) and Scott (blond). Edit: They are also 100% Ac cappella, they can and frequently do accomplish the same sound when live.
Kevin you've got correct. Avi is bass ( beard) , Mitch tenor and more, Kristin, And Scott. Scott, Mitch and Kristin have been together since childhood. The 5 went on "sing off" and won. Watch them from the beginning. There's nothing they can't sing. Watch any song. Sing, The little drummer boy" Carol of the Bells" Bohemian Rhapsody, the evolution of music. And all
Love your reactions to PTX. One thing you got wrong, though...there is no autotune for effects. It wouldn't really be acapella if they did. They are doing all those "effects" with their voices. There is a live version of this that you can find on YT, and it sounds almost exactly the same. Most new PTX reactors make the same mistake and it is understandable because they are just so damn good that it is hard to believe. If there are any instruments or "effects" added, they make it obvious and show it in their videos. One thing that PTX is known for is that they don't produce or make any songs that they cannot also perform live. In studio production, pretty much all that is done is balancing, equalizing, etc., but nothing that would actually change their performance.
Bayo...You are such a nice young man...such a difference from me to you....I am an old lady and you so young yet music brought us together here. I had never heard of beat boxing or Daft Punk before I started watching Reaction videos two weeks ago. Its wonderful. I love your comments and you are enjoying the music and so am I! Barbara from Canada