So many people say that the drums sound real, that’s Kevin! This group is perfection. Try listening to Amazing Grace it’s wonderful.

@snaggledoodle8589

3 жыл бұрын

You said it perfectly 👌

@maretapeita7549

3 жыл бұрын

True facts

@justinflynn4100

3 жыл бұрын

I thought there were drums until I realised the brilliance of Kevin.

@GaiaCarney

3 жыл бұрын

jennifer McDonald - yes, friend!Kevin Oluwole Olusola is the HEARTBEAT 💗 of PTX! Gifted & beyond beautiful ✅

@HDNoll

2 жыл бұрын

Kevin has an orchestra in his mouth

They use no instruments unless Kevin the beat boxer plays his cello You need to watch bohemian rhapsody if you really want your mind blown

@DougRayPhillips

3 жыл бұрын

In their cover of Bohemian Rhapsody, Mitch does vocal effects to simulate Brian May's lead guitar lick in the original recording. Mitch is holding a megaphone. But from what I've read, Mitch is actually doing the simulation with his voice and the megaphone is just a prop. Yes, all acapella except occasionally Kevin on cello.

@gregsteele806

3 жыл бұрын

@@DougRayPhillips They put a lot of distortion on Mitch's voice in the studio (from what I've heard PTX say)

@Sadarsa

3 жыл бұрын

this... isn't 100% true. Kevin uses electronic drum pads... otherwise the sounds of his slaps and stomps wouldn't be loud enough. While anyone with 1/2 a brain can understand the necessity, it also means that with the inclusion of the pads it's not longer 100% A Capella

@DougRayPhillips

3 жыл бұрын

I've read that they do amplify some sounds in the studio, so that it's not quite the same as their live work. Could be Kevin's, Mitch's, anybody's. Drum pads... now, that'd be beyond the scope of what I'm aware of. If y'all are sure, okay.

@beverlykrebs4372

3 жыл бұрын

@@Sadarsa It's still very little added. And I always feel that as long as there are no instruments that they are playing, it doesn't count. But I don't know much about the technical definition of a capella. I am glad that Kevin sometimes plays his cello though. It just kinda puts them in a unique music category. No matter what they use, it's still amazingly beautiful.

He's a beatboxer of the HIGHEST calibre. He also had the voice of an angel.

he almost cried on Mitch's part. The Mitch Effect

@ryanglass7837

3 жыл бұрын

Fenris I thinks it’s called the “mitch effect” an overwhelming of emotion of an angel’s voice

@Joreel

3 жыл бұрын

Mitch has such an amazing voice. All of them can sing beautifully, but no one would expect such a high and powerful voice from a guy. Mitch is their secret surprise 😂

@tss9886

3 жыл бұрын

The Mitch Effect.

@debbiec4516

3 жыл бұрын

I get goose bumps every single time!!!

Hallelujah was written by Leonard Cohen and is not Gospel. He refers to Biblical stories such as David and Bathsheba and Sampson and Delilah, but the lyrics veer away after that. You pretty much have to listen to the entire song and reach your own conclusions about what it means and what it means to you. It is one of the most covered songs because of its beauty. There are several great covers, but PTX's is definitely one of my personal favorites.

@michellecole6325

3 жыл бұрын

You're right! I'm constantly suprised that people think of it as a religious song. Yes, there are references, but it's essentially a "love gone wrong" song. Of course, the 4 verses included here are the ones most often sung, but Mr Cohen wrote over 70 verses to it and some of them are kissing cousins to raunchy. I think most people don't really listen to/analyze the words: they just really don't make sense in any sort of religious context.

@tomuchcamoflauge

3 жыл бұрын

@@michellecole6325 it's really a 'thank God that I got through the hardships I've faced' song

@philipem1000

3 жыл бұрын

It is the story of a failed love relationship, told with biblical imaginery. It is one of the most covered songs around, because it is so beautiful, simple and complex at the same time...

@nightthornkvala94132

3 жыл бұрын

Jeff Buckley, k.d. lang, and 2CELLOS has also covered this song and its beauty moves me to tears every time.

@philipem1000

3 жыл бұрын

@@nightthornkvala94132 I love KD Laing and Jeff Buckley version have to look for the other. This is my favorite. I love that the covers are so often very diffeent.

You should react to their cover of Mary Did You Know and O Come All Ye Faithful.. The latter will “take you to church,” so to speak. Lol

@SpydaMikeHD

3 жыл бұрын

Chris Pavlich awesome cant wait to hear it!

@susansisson366

3 жыл бұрын

Everybody and his brother will ask for Mary did you know, because their version will give you chills. But one of their best Christmas songs is Ths First Noel, and their version of little drummer boy simply cannot be beat by anyone. Try their versions of Havana, Cheerleader and No, by all means. You will love them all, I promise.

@beverlykrebs4372

3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely! Those 2 songs will blow U away!!!

@mariethemagnificent2000

3 жыл бұрын

100%

@EvilLoynis

3 жыл бұрын

And Angel's we have heard on high, and Joy to the World.!!!

Oh yes. He's making those sounds. Hes a beat-making genius.

Finally a reactor that appreciated kevin

I looooove the smile the first time someone hears Mitch. 😍

@tonia4934

Жыл бұрын

Mitch slapped lol

I seen your reaction when Mitch opened his mouth, you're not the only one.

Beat-boxer Kevin does all those percussion sounds himself, for real! But he also, like the others, has an excellent voice; listen to PTX's rendition of 'Mary Did You Know', to hear *all* of them in an awesome performance! You should also check out their *amazing* performance of 'Bohemian Rhapsody'! You'll have problems believing what you're seeing/hearing! *Enjoy!*

@davidvlhmar3493

3 жыл бұрын

He use an electronic drum pads here,its clear int he live shows.He also use it in Sound of Silence but its still impressive.

@chelsea9339

Жыл бұрын

I was going to leave almost the same comment lol

@willeenlogan3448

Жыл бұрын

I second that!

the two guys on each end are the instruments ,beat boxer, kevin and bass avi

Yup, Mitch will do that to ya lol. So glad everyone is finally noticing these guys.

@Hey_Jamie

3 жыл бұрын

....finally? Just because you haven’t been around long doesn’t mean people are ‘finally’ noticing them. They’re multiple time Grammy winners. No one is not noticing them.

My favourite Pentatonix video is the cover of John Lennon's "Imagine". Makes me tear up every time.

@susanapeguero

3 жыл бұрын

I am with you! The cadenza at the end is a choir of angels!

Realize this was recorded in the studio and then the sound was matched to the video in post production. Kevin is widely known for his amazing kick and snare impressions. All the drum sounds came from Kevin but in the studio he uses better EQ and a "stomp pad" for his percussion.

Every time I hear their version of Mary did you know I get goosebumps.

@playstationnintendowin489

Жыл бұрын

makes me want to cry and I only heard it a few days ago

You should see them live, simply mind blown and that is a guarantee.

You need to listen to Mary Did You Know by them. They will knock your socks off with that one.

@tonia4934

2 жыл бұрын

And bohemian rhapsody

Kevin’s percussion is always so realistic. I love them so much

Pentatonix are exceptional singers; it's so amazing how their voices blend; they're all different

He does that drum sound live as well...Kevin when not singing or playing the cello.

@michellecole6325

3 жыл бұрын

...and even when he IS playing the cello! ;)

Hi Mike, thank for your reaction. If you want to see how Kevin Olusola creates sound, watch his "down" video please.

@Nmiller4486

3 жыл бұрын

Yes i 2nd that!

@jennachtigall

3 жыл бұрын

3rd!

@DougRayPhillips

3 жыл бұрын

4th.

@hstppt

3 жыл бұрын

5th! Down is a masterpiece.

@beverlykrebs4372

3 жыл бұрын

Yes- it is so creative & beautiful! Kevin is just amazing! (He's my favorite!) He has his own solo music. You should check it out!! Oh, and I 6th it! (?)

Talking about the sounds Kevin makes. He actually has several patents for things he's made to use in studios and on stage to get some of his sounds right. I remember hearing about it when this song first came out - specifically around the foot stomp. I don't know much about it but it's not just a foot stomp.

@Adam1984_

3 жыл бұрын

My understanding is that it's basically a pad that he stands on and can stomp, which amplifies the sound of the stomp/can have reverb applied to it.

Bro. They're angels. God ginen talent without the wings "imagine"

Ahhhhmazing a cappella group. Saw them in concert last December and those five voices filled up a stadium of thousands of people!

The song is a cover by leonard Cohen. There's no doubt this was recorded in a studio.. then the video was made.. however, ALL sounds are made by them only.. percussion was by Kevin only. Their arranger/producer, Ben Bram has won Grammys along with their 3 to date. Their live performances of this song are sound just as impressive! Thank you for your reaction! MARY DID YOU KNOW is another must..

They are an Acapella group!!! The best I ever heard!!!

Yes, when I had a full sound system in my car, the bass on PTX songs would legit make mh sub hit. It was amazing.

What a wonderful collaboration of God’s blessings! God blessed each with a gorgeous voice

My favorite song by them, brings me to tears everytime.

Being that you come from a gospel background I think you would love Pentatonix's Christmas music. Check out "Mary Did you Know", "Little Drummer Boy" and "The First Noel". I love all their Christmas music.

@beverlykrebs4372

3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely! And in Mary Did You Know you will get to hear Kevins amazing voice, which is rare!

@sloopy1975

3 жыл бұрын

Pentatonix is the only Christmas music I can (and do) listen to all year! 💖💖💖

@beverlykrebs4372

3 жыл бұрын

@@sloopy1975 Me too!

The ironic part about this is that a lot of the religious symbols in Hallelujah point towards Leonard's secularism.

Imagine, Bohemian Rhapsody, sound of Silence, Mary Did You Know. They have so many awesome covers.

🌟GOD LOVES Y’ALL SO MUCH🌟

Just so you know, I love how you listen. I love how you hear. Thanks.

@SpydaMikeHD

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for watching!

First time I've heard this song from this artist and had goose bumps from head to toe! I LOVED it🥰 I've heard many musicians sing this but this is by far my favorite.

Love it!! 🎤

I would also recommend Home Free's "How great thou art". Awesome version of that song

@SpydaMikeHD

3 жыл бұрын

Patrick Rooney hello!I just reacted to that song today and the video should be uploaded tomorrow.Be sure to tell me what you think!

Come back brother. Would love to see more pentatonix reactions from you God bless

@SpydaMikeHD

6 ай бұрын

Hey, I bought some new equipment and I should be recording soon!

Chills over and over.

They are making all sounds. That is beat boy, Kevin.

"Hallelujah" as others have said is a pop song written by Leonard Cohen in 1984 that didn't really gain notoriety until it was covered by Jeff Buckley in 1994. Then its popularity exploded and it's considered one of the most covered pop songs in music history (if not the most covered pop song). There are a few really noteworthy covers like Buckley's and John Cale's (which was featured on the Shrek soundtrack and introduced the song to the younger generations), but its one of those songs where you would be more surprised a pop artist DIDN'T do a cover of it at some point. Since the song really lends itself to a more stripped down approach, most covers tend to be really sparse, where the singer just performs it solo with a single instrument. Usually it's a guitar, but I think I've heard renditions with a piano or a violin. Pentatonix's version is a bit unique since it feels faster and grander than most covers, especially ones like Buckley or Cale's where it sounds more like the singer is musing to themselves or speaking to a specific person. The meaning or emotion conveyed also tends to vary from artist to artist. There's an overarching sense of loss, but what kind of loss is usually up to the artist, and Cohen had said in multiple interviews before he passed that "there are many different hallelujahs" and that he was proud the artists who covered the song had picked up on that. For some, the song is about personal loss, romantic or sexual loss, the loss (or the gain through loss) of faith, or the loss of respect or trust. It's truly an every person's song because every person can find something in it they identify with.

@sharontines84

3 жыл бұрын

I watched the interview where he said just that:)

You gotta check out "Mary Did You Know" by Pentatonix. They chose a cave system as the backdrop and the accoustics are tremendous. I really can't tell if they recorded there or in a studio, but it could be either at points. With quality headphones you can hear the wind whispering through and a slight echoing. Plus, you get to hear Kevin (the percussionist/beatboxer) deliver his angelic voice as well. And, it is also a Christian based song. They have also done "Little Drummer Boy" and many Christmas carols.

The song was composed by Leonard Cohen from the Vietnam era. Their fullness is so illusory. For background, look up their work on "Sing-Off" where they exploded on the world of music. Now, three Grammies later they are one of very few DEFINERS of a capella music. If you like religious music, try "Mary Did You Know" and get ready to be blown away by their ability to harmonize smoothly and efficiently.

What Christmas Means to Me is a really good showcase of Kevin's percussion skills. It will blow you away.

Avi sings overtones. A continuous long low note at the same time he is also doing the lion sleeps tonight!

Yes sir,praise God.jesus is love

You’d love “Mary Did You Know?” By this group!!!

@SpydaMikeHD

2 жыл бұрын

Hey unfortunately KZread won’t let me react to it

When they do that in the studio they can do it closer to the mic so it sounds more real but it is definitely all him, Kevin!

@SpydaMikeHD

2 жыл бұрын

Great piece of information!

Pentatonix also did "Mary Did You Know" and "Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy" that you should check out too. Another a cappella group that is amazing is Home Free. You should check out their "How Great Thou Art", "Amazing Grace", "Go Rest High On That Mountain" and "In The Blood".

If you're looking for something with a more religious bent, I'd recommend "Mary Did You Know?". It's pretty amazing.

I have heard this song by a gospel with a few words re ARRANGED for it to be gospel. It was totally awesome.

Greetings from Spain, Mike. I feel like you are a good man 😊

@SpydaMikeHD

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you my friend

They are an A cappella group. A darn good one too!

Loved your reaction! New sub! They have a great cover of “Mary Did You Know” that you might like, the official video. They also have a live performance of “Aha!” From the Star Vista in Singapore that’s incredible. But anything from them is gold!

@SpydaMikeHD

3 жыл бұрын

EmDet 22 Thanks for the recommendation!

@beverlykrebs4372

3 жыл бұрын

Yes! Mitch can look really scary!!! Ha ha! And everything they sing is on another level. And I am very picky about music.

@louellamoyer5578

3 жыл бұрын

Aha is a must! The live version in Singapore at the Star Vista. Avi has a past history of blowing speakers...LOL!

The Prayer is awesome too!

They are the most amazing group of none use of instruments rather using there vocals and the music they produce vocally. Amazing, truly a pleasure to hear all there be songs.

This was a great review.They are soooo good!!🔥

You listen with your brain, because of your producer background. Loved your thoughts on it. Thanks!

@SpydaMikeHD

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for watching

Great reaction, I'm from the Lou also! I'll have to check out some more of your reactions.

BLESS YOUR HEART!

They discovered Kevin online playing the cello & beatboxing at the SAME time!

He is the Beat Box

They had a Christmas special one year and they sang this live in front of an audience and it practically sounded the same! The Pentatonix pride themselves in creating all of the musical sounds by only their voices and nothing else. I watched them live before and man, they sound no different from their KZread videos...freaking amazing! They have already won 3 Grammy awards and are considered the best acapella group in the world....

React to Evolution of Michael Jackson for Raw Performance and Bohemian Rhapsody for Goosebumps Pentatonix

Pentagon is the most amazing a Capella group I have ever heard!. The guy making the percussion sounds is spot on! They ALL have great voices!

I'm in AWE. it takes your breath away. GREAT JOB !!!!!

Really enjoyed your reaction, thank you! :)

I'm sure Kevin's stuff is prettied up for the official recording, but I saw them live and he stands on this special box thing and damn does it sound accurate as hell even live like that

My favorite of theirs is "Mary, Did You Know"!!!!

Check out Home Free singing How great thou art, go rest high on that mountain and Amazing Grace featuring Peter Hollins. Home Free is another Acapella Group

You had the best commentary of any review of this video that I've seen, and I've seen many reviews of this song. If I'm not paying attention, I forget there are no instruments.

I appreciate that you didn't keep pausing the song to speak about the video. You enjoyed the song *almost* all the way through. They give me goosebumps, the way their voices meld so well together. ❤️

Mary did you know, is my favourite. They really are impressive. No many how many times I listen to them they give me goosebumps.

That guy is the "beat box"!

Definitely subscribing since you're a gospel musician. Wish there were more channels of gospel music. A cappella and sounds by beat boxer Kevin. He's also a fabulous tenor and plays musical instruments. Mary Did You know (gospel) is absolutely beautiful as well as Sounds of Silence.

Kevin makes every sound from his voice

Hallelujah means to praise Jah....Jehovah

Mary Did You Know is my favorite PTX song. Absolutely beautiful!!!!

U took this like a G... Bcuz I was bawling my eyes out the first time I heard this.

Gospel music is your genre then you got to watch David Phelps’ Oh holy night, the one where he wears a green sweater kind of an out fit. He’ll blow up your mind half way through the song and the second half is phenomenal.

I have Loved this version of Hallelujah for a long time! Pentatonix is outstanding!

It's a studio recording they're singing over for the video, of course; out on a salt lakebed Kevin's beatboxing would not sound quite so full...but that's what it is.

The guy is really good playing music with his hands

Home Free also does some lovely gospel. "Go rest high on that mountain" and "how great thou art" are amazing

Oh, man....I bet you would love their version of "Oh, Come All Ye Faithful" - it's the one I think most comes across as gospel, plus it's a unique interpretation of the song :-)

Kevin is a master with beatbox drum sounds.

This song was written by Leonard Cohen. Upon reading the lyrics, it seems to me that it reflects the struggle and human misunderstanding of The Creator; and yet still we reach for Him with a cold and broken HalleluJah!

The beat boxer, Kevin, is a multi talented cello boxer & vocalist. No instruments except the very few times he brings out the cello. Mitch, the thin guy with the bolero hat on has perfect pitch and 6 ranges. Play Aha! Live from singapore...make sure that's the version u play!!

It showed in your reaction priceless.

Yay! More PTX! How about reacting to Macklemore & Lewis' Can't Hold Us or their original, Love Again with Kevin & Avi's sound effects.

@katiejones9106

3 жыл бұрын

Yes! Love Again! And Daft Punk. ❤

In most songs (almost all of them, this one included) the percussion relies on Kevin’s beatboxing abilities and the ocasional stomp/clapping you saw on the video. It’s really cool The bass also helps a lot sometimes

I completely agree with your evaluation...and I am and old white lady... cheers!

Kevin's drums sounds are amazing. Bohemian Rhapsody is worth a watch for that alone. And Guitar Mitch. More PTX? Subscribing! What sort of music do you like? PTX has so much, it would help to know what moves you, what you're into, etc. Lush 5-part harmonies? Imagine or Mary, Did You Know. Hip Hop? Are That Somebody x New Rules, Problem, Can't Hold Us. Or, take a look at their videos and pick covers of songs you like -- you are sure to be impressed!

I love the more religious lyrics to this song. The music is beautiful and I loved each and every person or components of their performance. These young people are so gifted. I hope they live long and continue to work together to form an amazing full wall of sound. Each member of the group is a stellar musician. Together they form something several levels higher.

They are an Acapella group that have been around for at least 5 years or more and they are fantastic!

@secretarts

3 жыл бұрын

They, Pentatonix, were founded 2011. And there is nothing by PTX that will disappoint. Amazing Grace(My Chains are broken) will take you to church and put you on your knees.

@maureenperez9999

3 жыл бұрын

@@secretarts 💖😊

Love love this group. They sound just as amazing in concert

Kevin is a wealth of talent. You'll see.

I personally love "Daft Punk Medly" and "Love Again" by Pentatonix. I'm a musical amateur but goodness, I have to appreciate this group so much. I would also love to share "Home Free" as an amazing acapella group. Avi is featured in "Ring of Fire" and it's sooo good. Happy watching!

Great reaction! This is a perspective I hadn't seen yet in a reaction video. Thanks! :)