I've said similar things, I think. Because of going through Sing-Off performances, I'm starting to recognize certain elements that are used in other arrangements. I heard it in Attention, and it was almost a staple harmonic rhythm that they had done before. One of the questions that I ask my students is why is it to easier to learn to hear harmonies with a group like Home Free rather than Pentatonix? And it's because the bass/beatbox combination drove so many of Pentatonix songs. I've actually heard an interview about how Home Free develops arrangements. Depending on who is doing it, I think I'm quoting Tim, he starts with the bass line and then he works on the melody and upper harmonies and after that is done, they hand it over to Adam Rupp to put in the percussive elements. We also did a beatbox style analysis with Kevin from Pentatonix, Adam Rupp from Home Free, and Layne from Voice Play. With Kevin, it is that club, reggae, smooth, and even instrument sounds like the muted trumpet in Havana. With Adam, he is literally in my mind a human drum (trap) set, with those notes of club DJ spinning. Layne from Voice Play (and I do agree when you hold them up to the same expectations of Pentatonix and Home Free, you will feel underwhelmed) is more of a sound effects guy and that really shows in their top ten Video Games. I know you guys didn't start with the video package before on this song, but it really is a deeper understanding of Kevin and where as an artist you say, this is my line that I cannot cross. Whatever that line is for a performer, I had/have a lot of respect for that.
Margaret Colucci I’ve got to disagree - I think that Mitch might be more instrumental in the breakdowns especially. Because the techno aspect is his forte. He has said in the past that, if Pentatonix had not formed, he would either have done something in fashion or would have pursued his vocation as a techno dj. So I believe that he has the ear for it. Him and Kevin actually. Once they nail down who is doing the lead vocals, and they all work on the harmonies, Kevin sets the beats, Avi works the Bass in and then once those fundamentals are laid, Mitch puts the ideas forward for the techno spin on it, and they All showcase their gifts for doing special effects and sound effects! Mitch is Not just a great singer, I think that between them, he and Kevin have probably picked up the most production skills on this journey.
Great reaction! This was not in my top 3, but it was a stepping stone to where they ended up and what they became after the show, so it's still interesting to see. Looking forward to the next one!
Can't wait for you two to finish the SingOff's & THEN... the additional Christmas show & when the returned the following years as winners. They got to hang w/ "Home Free" before they win the following year!!! Friendships MADE!!! 😎😎😎😎😎
Hard to believe this was their beginning, and then they met a few days before auditioning. LOL. I love your reactions because of your love of music and the sheer amazement of what it is they do. They are all amazing! I miss Avi with them.. even though Matt is doing great.. i still keep an eye on Avi.. he's just amazing.. they were 19/20. Love your reactions guys!!
I so very much enjoy your journey through these first gem performances. I am so looking forward to watching you all react to the next several performances. Enjoy!!!! HUGS :-) BKK
Scott has said this was his least favorite performance. He and Mitch respond to some Sing-Off performances on their Superfruit channel, and they both cringe. Scott struggled when it came to finding a good way to sing this song.
You guys should check out their cover of 'Gangnam Style' , it's a pretty old one but still pretty neat - Also, make sure to check out the bloopers too, they're hilarious!
As others have pointed out, you missed some drama by not watching the introduction of the video. But I'm not upset about that, because I've worked in TV for MANY years, and I know how producers will often try to create drama when not enough exists in reality. Kevin has made it clear in later years that he was not NEAR as upset as the show tried to make it look.
Similarly, the jazz chords on "break you dow-ow-own" at 2:35 are a hat tip to Afro-Blue, who became friends with PTX on the show. When A-B got sent home in 4th place most of PTX cried except Scott who just looked really angry. (Search for the YT video called "The Sing Off 3 - 13th Eliminations" and skip to 7:53 to see for yourself!)
Interesting fact about this performance that you didn't see because you skipped the beginning of the video. Kevin actually had a hard time with the lyrics of this song because of his Christian beliefs. They actually had to change some of the lyrics around and take some out for him to be able to connect with the song.
You missed the controversay over the lyrics on this one by not watching the beginning. Pentatonix (at least Scott and Mitch) have said that this song was their least favorite of the competition. Everyone is going on about #10 & #12 and they're right. I think if there was ever a challenge to them in the series, they toppped out after #10 and then sealed the deal with #12.
I've always said PTX can turn poop into cheesecake. I've gone back and listened to original artists and stunned that songs I love by PTX I hated by the original artists.
All the flashy lighting and choreography helped hide the fact that this song is pretty weak. Not because of the arrangement or performance, but because of the original song. It needed all the bells and whistles to entertain. (Can you tell I can’t stand the original?) Compare the staging of this to the next performance, Let’s Get It On-no spoilers, but keep the staging in the back of your head while watching. My favorite part of this performance is that jazz chord on “Break you dooooown.” Apparently, they needed help with that part, so Ben Bram, one of the show’s arrangers and the guy who helped Scott assemble the group, arranged that specific chord.
Great! I known that you already listen to rise me up from so hyang (2014 versions), but if you try the new one, from may of 2018... you will not believe what she did to the song: th-cam.com/video/te_L9ofhUt8/w-d-xo.html
Lovely reaction guys! I absolutely agree with you about expectations... but be prepared for the 10th and 12th performances :D
10 and 12 are going to absolutely blow you away!
Trust fellas, 10 and 12 will knock your socks off! Great job and keep on keepin on J.
Oh yes, the best is yet to come! Looking forward to your reactions.
I've said similar things, I think. Because of going through Sing-Off performances, I'm starting to recognize certain elements that are used in other arrangements. I heard it in Attention, and it was almost a staple harmonic rhythm that they had done before. One of the questions that I ask my students is why is it to easier to learn to hear harmonies with a group like Home Free rather than Pentatonix? And it's because the bass/beatbox combination drove so many of Pentatonix songs. I've actually heard an interview about how Home Free develops arrangements. Depending on who is doing it, I think I'm quoting Tim, he starts with the bass line and then he works on the melody and upper harmonies and after that is done, they hand it over to Adam Rupp to put in the percussive elements. We also did a beatbox style analysis with Kevin from Pentatonix, Adam Rupp from Home Free, and Layne from Voice Play. With Kevin, it is that club, reggae, smooth, and even instrument sounds like the muted trumpet in Havana. With Adam, he is literally in my mind a human drum (trap) set, with those notes of club DJ spinning. Layne from Voice Play (and I do agree when you hold them up to the same expectations of Pentatonix and Home Free, you will feel underwhelmed) is more of a sound effects guy and that really shows in their top ten Video Games. I know you guys didn't start with the video package before on this song, but it really is a deeper understanding of Kevin and where as an artist you say, this is my line that I cannot cross. Whatever that line is for a performer, I had/have a lot of respect for that.
Please do the next one (the tenth one) soon. Ten, eleven and 12 are great.
The ground work is primarily Avi and Scott then they all develop it from there. Can't wait for you to see #10!!
Margaret Colucci I’ve got to disagree - I think that Mitch might be more instrumental in the breakdowns especially. Because the techno aspect is his forte. He has said in the past that, if Pentatonix had not formed, he would either have done something in fashion or would have pursued his vocation as a techno dj. So I believe that he has the ear for it. Him and Kevin actually.
Once they nail down who is doing the lead vocals, and they all work on the harmonies, Kevin sets the beats, Avi works the Bass in and then once those fundamentals are laid, Mitch puts the ideas forward for the techno spin on it, and they All showcase their gifts for doing special effects and sound effects!
Mitch is Not just a great singer, I think that between them, he and Kevin have probably picked up the most production skills on this journey.
Great reaction! This was not in my top 3, but it was a stepping stone to where they ended up and what they became after the show, so it's still interesting to see. Looking forward to the next one!
Great reactions guys! Omgosh though, the best is truly yet to come! Hold on tight, this ride isn't over!!
They did two performances that night . Let's get it on .... Marvin Gaye
Can't wait for you two to finish the SingOff's & THEN... the additional Christmas show & when the returned the following years as winners. They got to hang w/ "Home Free" before they win the following year!!! Friendships MADE!!! 😎😎😎😎😎
Hard to believe this was their beginning, and then they met a few days before auditioning. LOL. I love your reactions because of your love of music and the sheer amazement of what it is they do. They are all amazing! I miss Avi with them.. even though Matt is doing great.. i still keep an eye on Avi.. he's just amazing.. they were 19/20.
Love your reactions guys!!
I so very much enjoy your journey through these first gem performances. I am so looking forward to watching you all react to the next several performances. Enjoy!!!! HUGS :-) BKK
I agree with you 100%, but ... the next one and performance 12 are “Wow!” Performances. Can’t wait for you to get to them.
Awesome reaction..Now time for 10..can't wait for your reaction!!
They are fresh out of high school. The trio are 19 years old. Definitely room to grow. Lol
Scott has said this was his least favorite performance. He and Mitch respond to some Sing-Off performances on their Superfruit channel, and they both cringe. Scott struggled when it came to finding a good way to sing this song.
And they still nailed it they just have incredibly high standards
You guys should check out their cover of 'Gangnam Style' , it's a pretty old one but still pretty neat - Also, make sure to check out the bloopers too, they're hilarious!
10 and 12! 10 and 12!!! Can't wait!
Ok guys!!! We're waiting! 🙏Please Finish the SingOff!! ❤️🤗🤗❤️
How about when Avi blown a speaker or Avi's overtune?
I believe this is where "meat and potatoes" came from. Thank you, Shawn Stockman!!!
There's a later one where he explicitly says he's renaming Avi & Kevin "meat and potatoes", but yeah, this was the first time he made that connection.
Marco you look younger without a beard!!! 😊
As others have pointed out, you missed some drama by not watching the introduction of the video. But I'm not upset about that, because I've worked in TV for MANY years, and I know how producers will often try to create drama when not enough exists in reality. Kevin has made it clear in later years that he was not NEAR as upset as the show tried to make it look.
Have you considered listening to Urban Method or the Dartmouth Aires for comparison? They're also good but it's clear why Pentatonix won...
Similarly, the jazz chords on "break you dow-ow-own" at 2:35 are a hat tip to Afro-Blue, who became friends with PTX on the show. When A-B got sent home in 4th place most of PTX cried except Scott who just looked really angry. (Search for the YT video called "The Sing Off 3 - 13th Eliminations" and skip to 7:53 to see for yourself!)
If you react to ptx sing off 12, please watch it to the end!
Nothing to add to what has already been said below. But I can't wait for the next one. WAY better.
Thanks so much..
By the way you guys look so fresh
Please react to Voice Play Moana Medley, I know that it kids songs but its really Good...THEY are Really good Acapella group as well also
You guys should react to loic nottet’s covers of chandelier and elastic heart.
He has an incredible voice
Hell ye notification squad 🔔
If you want to react from a different Sing-Off group, check out Grenade by Delilah. Their version of How To Love was good too.
Interesting fact about this performance that you didn't see because you skipped the beginning of the video. Kevin actually had a hard time with the lyrics of this song because of his Christian beliefs. They actually had to change some of the lyrics around and take some out for him to be able to connect with the song.
Please react to their Florence and the machine episode from the sing off! Dog Days are Over PLEASE
2018 EUROVISION ESTONIA REACT PLEASEE
You missed the controversay over the lyrics on this one by not watching the beginning. Pentatonix (at least Scott and Mitch) have said that this song was their least favorite of the competition. Everyone is going on about #10 & #12 and they're right. I think if there was ever a challenge to them in the series, they toppped out after #10 and then sealed the deal with #12.
Still wait for my Hua Cheuyu
same here haha~
I've always said PTX can turn poop into cheesecake. I've gone back and listened to original artists and stunned that songs I love by PTX I hated by the original artists.
Glasses.
Berapa umur u tuh
All the flashy lighting and choreography helped hide the fact that this song is pretty weak. Not because of the arrangement or performance, but because of the original song. It needed all the bells and whistles to entertain. (Can you tell I can’t stand the original?) Compare the staging of this to the next performance, Let’s Get It On-no spoilers, but keep the staging in the back of your head while watching.
My favorite part of this performance is that jazz chord on “Break you dooooown.” Apparently, they needed help with that part, so Ben Bram, one of the show’s arrangers and the guy who helped Scott assemble the group, arranged that specific chord.
Great! I known that you already listen to rise me up from so hyang (2014 versions), but if you try the new one, from may of 2018... you will not believe what she did to the song: th-cam.com/video/te_L9ofhUt8/w-d-xo.html
Too bad you skipped the video. Kevin had religious objections to the song. A big issue.
Marco Why did you shave? Grow your beard back. Just my opinion. HUGS ;-) BKK