All the syncopation Kirstin and Scott do is so perfectly well timed. Avi kills me regularly. His low notes and effects are amazing. And his operatic sound is impressive. Mitch, well there are no words for this performance by Mitch. He was on top of his game...and this was done higher than their studio cover. So fabulous. Kevin can also be heard, although unfortunately not seen, in this clip. He was keeping the beat so well. He is so strong here.
You are the only reactor I've ever heard mention what Scott and Kirsten were doing. I get it. It's hard not to be impressed with Avi and Mitch in this song and Kevin killing it, but those two are holding some forts down in this song. The arrangement is so complex. So much going on at once. Watch their hands when the camera pans back amd you can really appreciate what those two are doing.
This is probably my favourite video of PTX...to Mitch's facial expressions (did you catch his grin at the end? Yum!), to how you can tell he was totally feeling it that night, to his high notes, to Avi's crazy low notes, to everyone else just being perfect... I'll never get sick of watching it. Loved your reaction!!! 😁
You have a very good ear. Obviously, Mitch was incredible. But you are right, the background vocals were very very complicated and they were EXPERTLY done. Avi and Kevin magical as always. Loved your reaction!
Love your enthusiasm :-) I appreciate that you gave attention to what all the members were doing, because that's what really makes this group - they support each other and help each other shine!
I'm so glad you took time to honor what Scott and Kirsten were doing in the background because that often gets overlooked. They have to be ON POINT and there's even one part where you might mistake one of the high notes for Mitch, but it's actually Scott in the background. They are ALL SO TALENTED! Props to Kevin who can't be seen too... that is some difficult beat boxing! Mitch and Avi aren't human. Great reaction!
Here's the story I've heard: The song previous to this one was a Kevin cello solo. The other members were backstage during the solo, and Mitch was suffering from jet lag and downed two Red Bulls. The group returned to the stage to perform the choral intro while Kevin was backstage putting the cello away. Avi then shredded the Star Vista's sound system with that low note while Kevin returned to the stage (not seen on camera)...followed immediately by Mitch's Red Bulls kicking in. He proceeded to go completely insane on stage while Avi continued to joyously shred the sound system in the background. And thus, what many Pentaholics consider to be the best live performance of their career...and all apparently only captured on this fan video!
Gorgeous, as it starts out with a Latin section, then they sing Imogene Heap's AHA. As with everything, they rock the song ! Mitch sings 6 octaves ! Thanks for sharing it with us Pentaholics, and we LOVE your reactions !
Mitch blew me away on this cover. But I have to tell you... you blew me away with your break down of this performance. You are so smart when it comes to analyzing everyone's part. You are amazing my friend. My favorite reactor. Thank you.
Always remember that Kirstin, Mitch and Scott have been friends singing together since high school. Avi and Kevin joined a bit later, but they were all in their late teens or very early twenties. The right people, joining at just the right time. Mozart said the the human voice was the best possible musical instrument, and I think he had exactly these folks in mind. Who knows what could have been heard in all the centuries before we started RECORDING music!? Other than microphones and such, nothing these incredible five have done hasn't been possible since the stone ages. Think about that one....
Fantastic reaction! This is one of their best live performances ever, and every one of them was spot on. Avi and Mitch are great, but Kevin - all the rattles and whooshes and pounding beat all at once, he truly is an alien. Whenever I see this, I get sucked in by the lovely choral piece at the beginning, almost forgetting the maelstrom that is coming. Looking forward to the next reaction!
Enjoyed this so much! Love how hyped you get, and it's because you can recognize what incredible things they are doing and you point it out to us. Thanks!
I love how this song finally got you to pause again! And to rewind! I've missed it. And I love that you point out and appreciate what all members of the group were doing. If you want to see other amazing live performances from Pentatonix, please react to their Sing-Off performances. There are a couple in there that still stand the test of time even though they were so early in their career. (There are twelve judged performances in total. Not all of them are perfect, of course, but the great ones among them are truly spectacular.)
Great reaction! Glad you gave Scott and Kirstie the credit for their perfect beat, even tho this was a Mitch and Avi showcase. You may also be the first person who didn't ask where Kevin was because he wasn't on stage at the start. And yes, Avi has murdered sound systems with his voice in the past.
Just found your channel and have been binge watching your videos all day. I'd highly recommend doing a reaction to Pentatonix Can't Hold Us. I think you'll really like it.
One of the best reactions to this video! One of my absolute favourites, I watched it a milion times and still can't get enough of it, as well as watching people reacting to this performance! ;) You just won my subscription!!! ;D
I love watching your reactions because you truly appreciate everything you are seeing/ hearing. Plus it is just fun to watch you enjoy what you are seeing😊
Avi can sing overtones - 2 notes at the same time. That's what he's doing when he sounds like a "synthesizer". He demonstrates it in a video. Some people have taught themselves, but very few. It's most common in people with Middle Eastern heritage. Just FYI.
PTX also did a video cover of Aha really, really early in their career (2013 I think). It's a really cute zombie themed video. There are some other great songs from this same show that don't get as watched as this one, but just as entertaining. Mitch was definitely on top of his game that night.
Yes, Avi gives us a taste of his operatic basso profound training, and he was also the one who chose to start the piece with Christus Factus Est, a song the four of them (less Kevin) had performed in choirs in high school and college. The times they didn't start with that, it just wasn't the same, and when they do "Aha!" now with Matt, it's quite different (I'm pretty sure they've done it with him since Avi left).
Yes well Matt is a very nice pop song bass but he is not in Avi's class. That is just reality. No disrespect to Matt he doesn't need to be either for Pentatonix.
@@gailseatonhumbert9199 I agree. Avi's classical training and natural resonance really made a difference. The pop leanings of PTX certainly hindered his capabilities, but now he's able to spread his creative and performance wings, and we're all the richer for it.
I've seen a video of PTX performing "Aha!" since Avi's departure, and they knew they couldn't continue doing the "Christus" opening. It's simply too iconic with his voice. For some reason, they chose to open it with "Greensleeves", which makes no sense to me and segues into "Aha!" clumsily.
Avi almost blew the sound system at the grand Sierra in reno, nv after this. And we had warning!! Its legit the best performance I've ever seen. The recorded versions pale in comparison. To an insane degree.
Not many people mention Scott and Kirsten but their part is SO DIFFICULT! If you focus on them you’ll see how tight and on beat they have to be bc the whole song falls if they don’t
RECOMMENDATION: 1) i just wanna say that i absolutely love your channel AND your reactions :) 2) you should check out Kevin’s cover of Sign of the Times - he always goes so hard!!!
Got what you mean - Kirstie and Scott need to be that precise. You can see (and hear in the case of Kevin who is just in the right there on Scott's left) how these 5 people are working their asses of this performance
Avi blew the first speaker with that low note at the beginning. Then the caffeine from the two Red Bulls Mitch had drunk cuts in and Mitch goes hyperactive in his upper register. So everyone is concentrating on Mitch, but Avi is still going strong in true basso profundo style, merrily blowing out more and more speakers. You can hear them go, and the audio quality of the recording gets progressivel worse because of it. Listening to those speakers go is my favorite part of this whole video.
After this.... The bass speakers needed physical therapy to work again.... The glass, in the hall, needed therapy, for their PTSD trauma, from their near death, from Mitch...
I'm a Pentaholic all the way and love every single member and agree that Mitch is otherworldly!!! But I have a recommendation, if you like showmanship AND incredible, otherworldly vocals you I have to introduce you to Adam Lambert!!! He has his own music, which is amazing, but he's also the current and final frontman for the band Queen. If you want to get a masterclass lesson on vocal control, watch his recent performance on the James Corden show. th-cam.com/video/c3n52WTHUUo/w-d-xo.html It's a ballad, so you can't really see his showmanship, but it's worth it!!
Avi broke the system and Mitch again forgot he was human. 😂
Excellent response and commentary. Thank you.
So true
I think that was kevin that broke the speakers
@@amico682 No, it was Avi with his bass.
@@grazynawikert-unger2122 it doesn't sound like avi's bass or growl, sound like kevin mouth sounds for me.
Avi hitting those low notes with his gutteural reverbatations is unreal! Mitch. What can you say? He is not of this world!
Yeah Avi's effects are awesome ....but can we for a moment talk about his operatic presence at the begining ?
Avi's operatic training as a Basso Profundo is definitely showing.
so Avi blew the speakers, those high notes are killer but Mitch on the floor EPIC..we knew it would blow you away, absolutely loved your reaction
Mitch is like the most satisfying person in the world
Ohhh you spoke my heart
Apologizing for rewinding that?! I've seen it hundreds of times and *I* still rewind it!
All the syncopation Kirstin and Scott do is so perfectly well timed.
Avi kills me regularly. His low notes and effects are amazing. And his operatic sound is impressive.
Mitch, well there are no words for this performance by Mitch. He was on top of his game...and this was done higher than their studio cover. So fabulous.
Kevin can also be heard, although unfortunately not seen, in this clip. He was keeping the beat so well. He is so strong here.
Exactly right about Scott and Kirstie. I honestly think they have the most difficult part actually
You are the only reactor I've ever heard mention what Scott and Kirsten were doing. I get it. It's hard not to be impressed with Avi and Mitch in this song and Kevin killing it, but those two are holding some forts down in this song. The arrangement is so complex. So much going on at once. Watch their hands when the camera pans back amd you can really appreciate what those two are doing.
The Avi and Mitch show :) Taking nothing away from the others, of course.
Now it"s time to react to "Defying Gravity" by Superfruit!
This is probably my favourite video of PTX...to Mitch's facial expressions (did you catch his grin at the end? Yum!), to how you can tell he was totally feeling it that night, to his high notes, to Avi's crazy low notes, to everyone else just being perfect... I'll never get sick of watching it. Loved your reaction!!! 😁
Mitch's grin and smile are like sunshine 🌞❤
You have a very good ear. Obviously, Mitch was incredible. But you are right, the background vocals were very very complicated and they were EXPERTLY done. Avi and Kevin magical as always. Loved your reaction!
And THIS is why Pentatonix is The Best.
Love your enthusiasm :-)
I appreciate that you gave attention to what all the members were doing, because that's what really makes this group - they support each other and help each other shine!
I'm so glad you took time to honor what Scott and Kirsten were doing in the background because that often gets overlooked. They have to be ON POINT and there's even one part where you might mistake one of the high notes for Mitch, but it's actually Scott in the background. They are ALL SO TALENTED! Props to Kevin who can't be seen too... that is some difficult beat boxing! Mitch and Avi aren't human. Great reaction!
Here's the story I've heard: The song previous to this one was a Kevin cello solo. The other members were backstage during the solo, and Mitch was suffering from jet lag and downed two Red Bulls. The group returned to the stage to perform the choral intro while Kevin was backstage putting the cello away. Avi then shredded the Star Vista's sound system with that low note while Kevin returned to the stage (not seen on camera)...followed immediately by Mitch's Red Bulls kicking in. He proceeded to go completely insane on stage while Avi continued to joyously shred the sound system in the background. And thus, what many Pentaholics consider to be the best live performance of their career...and all apparently only captured on this fan video!
Gorgeous, as it starts out with a Latin section, then they sing Imogene Heap's AHA. As with everything, they rock the song ! Mitch sings 6 octaves ! Thanks for sharing it with us Pentaholics, and we LOVE your reactions !
His dancing made me smile 😊
Mitch blew me away on this cover. But I have to tell you... you blew me away with your break down of this performance. You are so smart when it comes to analyzing everyone's part. You are amazing my friend. My favorite reactor. Thank you.
And THIS is why Pentatonix is The Best. The timing and tempo are extremely difficult and they did this flawlessly
He hit a G1 at that performance and blew the speaker.
I've watched your reaction many times. I am a Pentaholic. I completely embrace you pounding on the desk.
I've lost count of how many reactions I've watched to this performance but dude, you get 1st prize. That was amazing!
Always remember that Kirstin, Mitch and Scott have been friends singing together since high school. Avi and Kevin joined a bit later, but they were all in their late teens or very early twenties. The right people, joining at just the right time. Mozart said the the human voice was the best possible musical instrument, and I think he had exactly these folks in mind. Who knows what could have been heard in all the centuries before we started RECORDING music!? Other than microphones and such, nothing these incredible five have done hasn't been possible since the stone ages. Think about that one....
Fantastic reaction! This is one of their best live performances ever, and every one of them was spot on. Avi and Mitch are great, but Kevin - all the rattles and whooshes and pounding beat all at once, he truly is an alien. Whenever I see this, I get sucked in by the lovely choral piece at the beginning, almost forgetting the maelstrom that is coming. Looking forward to the next reaction!
You Tube needs a love button! Love the reaction!!! 😂
Avi can sing 2 notes at once. This group is just the bomb!
Incredible vocals all around! The official video is also really great.
Enjoyed this so much! Love how hyped you get, and it's because you can recognize what incredible things they are doing and you point it out to us. Thanks!
I love how this song finally got you to pause again! And to rewind! I've missed it. And I love that you point out and appreciate what all members of the group were doing.
If you want to see other amazing live performances from Pentatonix, please react to their Sing-Off performances. There are a couple in there that still stand the test of time even though they were so early in their career. (There are twelve judged performances in total. Not all of them are perfect, of course, but the great ones among them are truly spectacular.)
Great reaction! Glad you gave Scott and Kirstie the credit for their perfect beat, even tho this was a Mitch and Avi showcase. You may also be the first person who didn't ask where Kevin was because he wasn't on stage at the start. And yes, Avi has murdered sound systems with his voice in the past.
Would love to also see the reaction to Telephone live from the same show!
(Also Singapore The Star Vista)
I keep saying, they were on fire that night!!
Yep -the Mittch effect..... love him xxx
Mitch is perfection 👌 I love this performance! Please react to ptx's version of telephone also from the Star Vista!!
You should also react to pentatonix live popspring. It's professionally recorded so the sound quality is amazing
I agree, please react to this, u will love it.
Yes, yes, please!!!
Yesssss
I live for the moments that make you jump out of your chair! Excellent commentary too. You nailed it! I absolutely love your PTX reactions!
Just found your channel and have been binge watching your videos all day. I'd highly recommend doing a reaction to Pentatonix Can't Hold Us. I think you'll really like it.
Great reaction. Love watching you get into it. Thanks.
One of the best reactions to this video! One of my absolute favourites, I watched it a milion times and still can't get enough of it, as well as watching people reacting to this performance! ;)
You just won my subscription!!! ;D
I love watching your reactions because you truly appreciate everything you are seeing/ hearing. Plus it is just fun to watch you enjoy what you are seeing😊
Avi can sing overtones - 2 notes at the same time. That's what he's doing when he sounds like a "synthesizer". He demonstrates it in a video. Some people have taught themselves, but very few. It's most common in people with Middle Eastern heritage. Just FYI.
Been waiting for you to react to this! Knew you'd love it. Great reaction.
PTX also did a video cover of Aha really, really early in their career (2013 I think). It's a really cute zombie themed video. There are some other great songs from this same show that don't get as watched as this one, but just as entertaining. Mitch was definitely on top of his game that night.
Awesome reaction!!! I love it too! Incredible! I just love PTX!
So so excited you did this. Good luck with your move
3:45 bro I died at this part 🤣🤣🤣
Love your commentary, and your reactions! Thank you, this was a deeply satisfying experience.
Just Love Mitch ❤️
Should react to Dance of The Sugar Plum Fairy by Pentatonix, my number 1 favorite song of theirs
So glad you did his reaction ~~ Wonderful!! Now, have you done Avi's Change on the Rise ?
New sub here. I love to go down the PTX rabbit hole. Have a good day 😊
Yes, Avi gives us a taste of his operatic basso profound training, and he was also the one who chose to start the piece with Christus Factus Est, a song the four of them (less Kevin) had performed in choirs in high school and college. The times they didn't start with that, it just wasn't the same, and when they do "Aha!" now with Matt, it's quite different (I'm pretty sure they've done it with him since Avi left).
Yes well Matt is a very nice pop song bass but he is not in Avi's class. That is just reality. No disrespect to Matt he doesn't need to be either for Pentatonix.
@@gailseatonhumbert9199 I agree. Avi's classical training and natural resonance really made a difference. The pop leanings of PTX certainly hindered his capabilities, but now he's able to spread his creative and performance wings, and we're all the richer for it.
I've seen a video of PTX performing "Aha!" since Avi's departure, and they knew they couldn't continue doing the "Christus" opening. It's simply too iconic with his voice. For some reason, they chose to open it with "Greensleeves", which makes no sense to me and segues into "Aha!" clumsily.
Avi almost blew the sound system at the grand Sierra in reno, nv after this. And we had warning!! Its legit the best performance I've ever seen. The recorded versions pale in comparison. To an insane degree.
Please pause as much as you want bc I've seen this 100 times and still rewind it.
In my belief the Pentatonix made a song out of the voice warmup in the beginning of the Imogen Heap cover.
Good evening yall
Avi bust the speakers!
Not many people mention Scott and Kirsten but their part is SO DIFFICULT! If you focus on them you’ll see how tight and on beat they have to be bc the whole song falls if they don’t
RECOMMENDATION: 1) i just wanna say that i absolutely love your channel AND your reactions :) 2) you should check out Kevin’s cover of Sign of the Times - he always goes so hard!!!
Got what you mean - Kirstie and Scott need to be that precise. You can see (and hear in the case of Kevin who is just in the right there on Scott's left) how these 5 people are working their asses of this performance
Now to watch The Wizard of Ahhs by Todrick Hall/ PTX
Avi blew the first speaker with that low note at the beginning. Then the caffeine from the two Red Bulls Mitch had drunk cuts in and Mitch goes hyperactive in his upper register. So everyone is concentrating on Mitch, but Avi is still going strong in true basso profundo style, merrily blowing out more and more speakers. You can hear them go, and the audio quality of the recording gets progressivel worse because of it. Listening to those speakers go is my favorite part of this whole video.
Mitch on Redbull lol
After this....
The bass speakers needed physical therapy to work again....
The glass, in the hall, needed therapy, for their PTSD trauma, from their near death, from Mitch...
I'm surprised you didn't do the music video
pretty sure the train crashing sound was Kevin. Too bad he was cut out of the video.
I'm a Pentaholic all the way and love every single member and agree that Mitch is otherworldly!!! But I have a recommendation, if you like showmanship AND incredible, otherworldly vocals you I have to introduce you to Adam Lambert!!! He has his own music, which is amazing, but he's also the current and final frontman for the band Queen. If you want to get a masterclass lesson on vocal control, watch his recent performance on the James Corden show. th-cam.com/video/c3n52WTHUUo/w-d-xo.html
It's a ballad, so you can't really see his showmanship, but it's worth it!!
They were off the hook, especially Mitch, at that concert there are other performances look up pentatonix Singapore Star Vista
React to Dimash- Your love
Mitch is nowhere as close to Dimash. Coming from a Pentatonix fan. Not even a bit.