Classical Musician's Reaction & Analysis: LOVE AGAIN by PENTATONIX

[@SirHairless]

Check out this reaction next 🎶 kzbin.info/www/bejne/e3fZZIh4bshjo7ssi=JlxHXEUv1TLSc_ZE

[@gailseatonhumbert]

Saw that one earlier it was something they waited to do until they thought they could do it justice.

[@terrycupp6687]

@@SirHairless I thought “Epic” was the perfect adjective to describe their version of Bohemian Rhapsody :)

[@judithL3100]

It is Kevin doing the throat singing, but he gave up doing it because it was hurting his throat/voice

[@tor_sgith]

If you want a few originals you could listen to their Pop Spring performance. 3 originals, one Medley, all in a professionally recorded live performance at a Japanese festival. It is quite long, but well worth a watch! Scott, Mitch and Kirstin all get lead spots over the 3 originals, so it is quite a nice spread.

[@loris1620]

I'll second this! Most reactors don't take the time to break things down like you, so you could break it up into 4 vids to keep it from being a marathon length video.

[@goose5B]

Yesss!! Popspring!

[@goose5B]

​@@loris1620 I see no problem with a marathon Sir Hairless reaction/music education video (it's just more work for the maestro 😊).

[@paulinejane9742]

Please please do this one

[@TrishaW13]

❤ Popspring!

[@quigleyd]

Sir Hairless you always blow my mind. I am astounded at how much you glean from a musical performance. It truly enhances one's appreciation of what the artists have produced. Unlike other reactors, you focus on musical structures rather than on vocal technique (or like the really bad reactors whose total contribution to the music is WOW).

[@MJCDA3]

Well said!

[@SirHairless]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed As I often mention, I believe the musical structure underneath the singing is what truly creates the feel of a performance - more so than vocal technique alone

[@charlottevan_8]

This one was written by Avi and Kevin, with input from Mitch on his part. And in the percussive section where Kevin is doing the throat singing, Avi is providing the drum percussion. Watch at the end where he "powers down"...

[@maryhampton8686]

Your admiration of Kevin is so welcome. What he can do musically-but for a KZbin text from Scott, Kevin would have been a doctor. I’m sure he would have impressed the medical world. They are so creative and talented. Another older original is SING.

[@SirHairless]

Imagine him beatboxing in your doctor’s appointment 😅 ‘Sing’ is on my list for the future 👌🏽

[@maryhampton8686]

@@SirHairless 😂

[@barbarakennedy2667]

They prove that you can do EDM as a cappella.

[@goldfishwatching1619]

Kevin doesn't do the low throbby bass anymore because it was too hard on his voice. The man is amazing. Check out New Rules x Are You That Somebody for some awesome beats and bass. Also a brilliant mashup!

[@goose5B]

Definitely hoping New Rules X is on Hairless's list as it's straight fire and such a great intro to Matt. Also hoping for a "not Christmas season" review of Joyful, Joyful (live version) with Mitch doing that absolutely sickening intro (i love Ms. Sullivan and Mitch kinda stole that intro like he owned it).

[@PtxXtp]

I've been trying to get him to do some Matt songs but he said he wants to get through a lot of the Avi era before he moves onto Matt. So it's going to be a bit.

[@SirHairless]

Yes still in the Avi era, but can’t stay in the Abi era forever!

[@alan-freeman]

Another original for you to check out is "SING". Kevin admits to being the "Human 808" Also watch out for all the stars in the video.

[@theresadeuschle8500]

One of my favorites! I am in a wheelchair and every single day I play this song, back to back and "march" while in my wheelchair. It's fast, it's fun and makes me smile the entire time! He is indeed a human 808❤

[@robynwitham9326]

I think that SING is one of my favorite originals, always makes me want to dance!

[@alanhufstetler5392]

Sir Hairless does enjoy guessing games.... The challenge this time isn't who sings what / when... It's how many celebrities can you recognize? 😜

[@snowpuppies1]

SING! You need to check out this original. It’s pure, bottled joy.

[@melissacoviello2886]

For more originals, I think PopSpring 2016 is the best choice, it includes 3 originals and an evolution of all done live with amazing video and sound quality. It’s always been my favorite live video (now I think KISS from a rose is my favorite).

[@My2ndnephew]

I know the Pentatonix playbook so well, but you show me details that I've never noticed. I love it.

[@goose5B]

This!

[@daleenengelbrecht4861]

I absolutely agree

[@gailseatonhumbert]

Here is the interview everyone is mentioning. It is at a radio station. It does go through exactly how the song was written and yes it is Avi and Kevin again so more running 🙂 kzbin.info/www/bejne/mHSchZyZjJWcn7ssi=H0t-VP4Lu8L6HcA0 Note - their manager was Avi's sister Esther until 2 or 3 years after he left the band.

[@SirHairless]

Thanks! I look forward to watching this And I didn’t know that about Avi’s sister!

[@Bonofox1]

@@SirHairless AHHHH! this is the video I mentioned on my comment. I know it would be A LOT to ask that you record your reaction to this video😭🤞

[@maggiex1212]

Oh my, two polar opposite originals. This is why you can't pigeonhole PTX. Finding a favorite song, minus Christmas, of course, is difficult imo. That's probably just me though. Have to say I'm overjoyed you like PTX as we've lost reactors along the way (the generic ones). Hope you are enjoying your time away and, thank you for thinking of us Pentaholics while away. Thanks, too, for your input on this "different" style of song. 😊 Edit: It's 2 days later and you asked about song recommendations...anyone ever tell you about Todrick Hall The Wizard of Ahhhs featuring PTX? Unique video.

[@SirHairless]

Thank you And yes, that one is on my list!

[@occamsrazor5376]

Oh! Another Pentatonix! YOU ROCK!

[@Bonofox1]

🌟This is why they are PHENOMENAL!!!🌟 There are videos of them doing this LIVE! And the most incredible is them doing this song off microphone!! The fact that Kevin looks like a cyborg is very fitting!. The part you thought was a double track is just Kevin doing a throat bass and Avi is doing a deep hum. And I LOVE Avi does the overtone. The rapid beeping sound Kevin is doing is CRAZY! He did some of it in their "Starships" song which has a disclaimer in the beginning of the video stating that all the noises are made by the band members. PENTATONIX are AMAZING and I can't wait for you to do more of their original songs❣️

[@paulinejane9742]

Can you react to pop spring 2016. It’s longer because it’s part of a live performance. 4 songs……a real good mix of their own work & a fabulous cover. PRETTY PLEASE 🙏

[@tor_sgith]

Lovely reaction. There is a great live version of this that they did for an interview the video is Pentatonix: Love Again (Live on 24/7). There is one overhead mic to catch them all and then Kevin has a separate mic and they are just stood in a group in a kind of backstage/dressing room type area. I think you'd find it interesting to hear a live version to compare.

[@TomLloyd-18]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z32ZhpWZbq6Ia5I

[@kendleortiz3057]

You should react to Happy Now. That is an original. Also would love to see you do a reaction to their 12th Sing Off performance Dog Days Are Over. Please Please.

[@LindaVernon]

Seconding the "please, please" for Dog Days Are Over. 🙂

[@salo81]

I love their cover of "Thrift shop".

[@salo81]

If you plan to react to this, please listen to the original first. You'll notice that PTX changed some of the explicit lyrics to more family friendly and funny ones.

[@lilywhitefi]

The thing with this tune is that if Paul Oakenfold or Carl Cox had blasted it out at one of the big clubs not one person would have guessed it was a cappella

[@tikilocklin]

another one of my favorite originals of theirs is Sing!! you should totally react to that one hehehhe

[@judithL3100]

Upvoting!

[@SirHairless]

It’s on my list for the future

[@cocohol3513]

Yes, this is one of my favorite originals by ptx. The combo of Avi and Kevin always produce such interesting and unexpected sounds. I believe Avi and Kevin are supposed to be robots (the mechanical part), and the trio is the dance part. Other original suggestions are light in the hallway, standing by, and sing. Cheers! PS I hope you're having a wonderful visit with family 😊

[@tersommers]

Yea! PTX and Sir Hairless! Again, the live performance of this, off mic (well, except for Kevin for effect) (Avi should have had one too, in my opinion), for someone who was interviewing them lets you see what they can do without the studio effects for all in the video! That is Kevin doing that lower throat noise! You guessed correctly! I hear Scott saying "Word!" on the times you say you hear small dinosaur sounds! 😂 Pentatonixism! I love it! New word for my vocabulary! I would love to see you react to a live performance of theirs! Especially their "Evolution of" videos!

[@renaew.7712]

Work, not word ;)

[@tersommers]

@@renaew.7712 Okay! Thanks! Makes sense!

[@lorismith6174]

@@renaew.7712 I think it's supposed to be 'WERK'. Slang for Cool or Great I've heard Scott use in some livestreams

[@1199kat]

I'd love to see your analysis of the popspring concert. There is a video with 4 songs, 3 originals and a Michael Jackson Medley. I think you would enjoy it

[@johnmetcalf8500]

Fantastic reaction and analysis. Two things are happening now. We are beginning to expect greatness from your reactions, and the quality of other reactors just isn't measuring up. This is my favorite PTX original. My second favorite is "Sing" which is another Avi era number. I'm sure you'll get to it eventually. It's amazing you've done 25 and there are still so many great ones left that have Avi Kaplan. Eventually you'll get to the Matt era, but this journey is so awesome for all of us.

[@SirHairless]

Thanks John! Really appreciate it 🙌🏽

[@pattis2641]

Please check out their originals Coffee in Bed and Be My Eyes. Kirsten is the lead singer in the Be My Eyes video, and it's stunning to watch and experience. Have you considered checking out Superfruit (Scott/Mitch) and Kevin has his own channel KO. Scott has released some solo music this year as well. Kirsten has an album she did on her own, and it's gorgeous to listen to! Kevin has some amazing covers using looping, which he is incredible at. I would also love to hear your reaction to Mad World. All of these videos were made during covid, and they actually produced several songs during the pandemic that are stunningly beautiful!!! If you're interested in their creative productions, please watch Making of Evergreen. They had 2 weeks to come up with 14 Xmas songs for their tour in 2022. I think you'll find so many treasures. I would also encourage you to check out any live versions from their Hollywood Bowl September 2023 concert. There were over 17,000 people there, and you'll see Matt doing a lot of the songs that you've reacted to with Avi as their bass singer. I really enjoy your channel and look forward to more acapella reactions from Voiceplay and PTX!!!

[@pjb3583]

As always, thanks for such a glorious and thorough examination of Pentatonix. I liked that one comment, which we all realize at one time or another: “Of course, Mitch.” Try Sing, another early PTX original, for a joyous vibe that just doesn’t quit. Peace …

[@daleenengelbrecht4861]

AM I HAPPY, HAPPY NOW. I absolutely love this song. My Pentaholic senses are singing. Thank you so much. And as always after your reaction I hear so much more. Greetings from South Africa

[@SirHairless]

[@TomLloyd-18]

I've been a big fan of this original since the 1st time I heard it. There's just so much going on quite well. I've been waiting patiently for you to give your breakdown and analysis of it. I mean . . who woulda ever thought that an acapella song could be a popular feature at one of today's 'Dance Clubs'? ? ? Thanks for your reaction!

[@MelaniePoparad]

I have to admit, this is not my normal style of music.. the first time I heard it, it was catchy but it wasn’t my style. I put it to the side. Came back and listened again a short time later and I absolutely love it. I really like how you find the interesting/unique/special/etc parts of the song and explain how it works and why it’s unusual or unexpected.

[@williamflouro6021]

Avi has been known to do 2 different notes at one time. I know this sounds strange, but you can watch "Full Interview and Performance of Love Again" Live where Avi explains it. He accentuates the natural overtones of his voice with his tongue and mouth, and gives an example. You should react to it, or just watch. I'd enjoy your live reaction though. It's 10:28 minutes and Kevin explains some of his beatboxing as well.

[@danielcarter837]

This is one of the songs that they do where your brain just can't believe that there are no instruments. They just boggle the mind.

[@Badger77722]

Always enjoy the analysis and pointing out subtle bits that have escaped me, even after listening to the song dozens of times. Glad that Pentatonix can still surprise you, even after all of the reactions you've done to them! This was their follow-up release after Daft Punk - great catch on noting the similarities in the visual aspects! I tend to kind of think of this song as their "Star Wars Cantina" song - all of the costumes and makeup wouldn't look out-of-place in a Star Wars movie, and while the Cantina band might have a problem replicating this sound, putting them into a cantina as the main attraction wouldn't look that odd at all. I love the way Kirstin looks with the bright green contact lenses! That deep bass sound you pointed out was indeed Kevin, but he says that it hurts his throat to do it, so AFAIK this is the only song he's performed it in. And since this is almost 10 years old, I don't think they perform it much anymore. One thing I'm not sure if you spotted on first watch - keep an eye on Avi and Kevin as the song ends. Avi goes into his "robot losing power" look and loses eye contact with the camera, Kevin is looking everywhere BUT the camera, even as the Trio are looking straight at it.

[@SirHairless]

Thanks for pointing that out! Love little details like that

[@carlaemerson1195]

Sing is another original that's awesome !!!

[@sandrawalkerhaliburton1884]

Love me when I don't, is another original. Very good

[@Anna-xx1lv]

I absolutely LOVE your reactions and break down of PTX! 25! Hoping for so many more! Your facial expressions show how much you enjoy and just how deeply you understand what musical magic they are creating with their voices! Thank you! P.S. I love Matt. I love Avi’s solo music. I miss Avi in PTX! ❤️

[@camillep3631]

Their album of originals simply titled Pentatonix debuted at #1 on the Billboard charts

[@theresadeuschle8500]

Oh fabulous! If you want to skip the personal portion, go to the last paragraph This is a song I've never been able to get through. Once Mitch hits that G5, the entire bottom drops out for me. I have two TTP implants in each of my ears. They are like tiny little antennas that capture vibration. The implants are anchored in the bone and work similar to the tympanic membrane. Unfortunately, all frequencies aren't picked up, and higher frequencies create feedback. Think microphone and speaker too close together. Once Mitch hits that G5, the feedback kills the entire bottom and I have never been able to go further. I wanted to see what I was missing through your analysis, so I muted and waited for you to pop up and speak. After playing around, going forward and backwards, I was able to skip Mitch's higher parts and apply your commentary to the other portions of the song. That was a challenge! I made great progress! I know it's not perfect and I know I'm still missing a lot, but it's the first time I've heard the second half and been able to pull out the bass. I wish I could convey the joy and gratitude I feel. I wish I could shake your hand and thank you for the world you've helped reopen for me. I may be limited to PTX, but I can tell you, the joy and happiness in my heart is beyond words. Thank you once again! With great respect, Theresa

[@SirHairless]

Thank you so much, Theresa I’m happy to hear these videos are able to help you - even if it’s just a bit - to rediscover music and allow you hear more of this music we can share and enjoy. The pleasure is mine 😊

[@chelliespider]

Their Popspring performance has 3 original songs: Cracked, Can't Sleep Love, and Water. They also do the Evolution of Michael Jackson, and the entire performance is live. It's kind of long though, so if you want to analyze them, you could always do separate videos for each. Cracked is a Scott-heavy song, Can't Sleep Love has lots of great Mitch moments, and Water is a Kirstie lead, so you also get a variety out of this concert.

[@staciemoisa4884]

I loved this song immediately when I first heard it. Thanks for breaking it down. ❤

[@shelbychesnut99]

Yes, you have done so much of their older works. "Kiss from a Rose" is one of their newest and you can see their maturity. kzbin.info/www/bejne/f2SxdnmLhLGnrtU So much fun!

[@NoellaBryssinck]

God, SH, I would like to be so much in your head when you listen to music and hear what you hear. What a bliss that must be! It´s already such a joy just watching you listening!

[@SirHairless]

Thank you so much 😊🎶

[@terrimoseley8650]

Please react to Mitch's cover of Find You ( by Jedd ) with pianist Evan Duffey on Duffey's channel. I don't remember how old it is but probably about the same time as this because Mitch looks like this time period and we all know he didn't look the same for long periods. I've never seen anyone react to it but I love it.

[@Gwennedd]

I'll add my vote for that. It's lovely piece and Mitch is wonderful with it.

[@bethphillips9693]

They can sing any genre! This is a real banger.

[@Masq1980]

You should check out their live performance 'Popspring 2016', it's got 4 songs in it so it's a bit longer (15 or so minutes), but three of the four songs they do during it are originals (Cracked, Can't Sleep Love, and Water) along with one of their Evolution pieces. It is totally worth the listen! Water is my favorite by far

[@blackkatt777]

After doing their Daft Punk Medley they got inspired by the aesthetics and also the edm sound. The video theme is Steampunk space aliens, with Kevin being pretty much the instrumental cyborg. I heard this song with headphones for the first time (which is the best way to hear the full effect, imo.) and when Kevin did that Bass Drop I lost my mind and forgot that I was out in public. Lol It caught me off guard and I instantly felt like I was at an EDM festival. When he dropped that bass I did an assdrop.😂 I love this song.

[@reactionsaccount3955]

How I would love for you to analyze the complex compositions of symphonic metal bands like Nightwish, Epica and Delain, or the progressive rock/metal project Ayreon.

[@camillep3631]

Just adding my recommendation for Pop Spring...it's live and and an excellent recording by MTV, 3 originals AND the Michael Jackson evolution.

[@MJCDA3]

I love your reactions. Watching your channel has helped me so much. Now, when I'm trying to convince somebody who hasn't heard of PTX and dislikes Acapella I have actual ways to express my love for them instead of just fangirl info dumping on a stranger. Thanks for educating all of the Pentaholics like me who never took music classes but have a deep passion for music!! 🎧🎤💜

[@terrilabeth]

Wait one second, SH at University going to crazy parties and music festivals? 😱 😂 And yet another great word description by SH, baby dinosaur. 🦖 I mean you are so correct that is exactly what it is!! Another great video!! 👍🏻

[@goose5B]

Whoa - so early! Sat down for s mellow Saturday a.m. and delighted by another Sir Hairless PTX reaction. There is a video of them doing this off mic for a news crew. They had a portable mic to amplify Kevin's volume, but the throat bass/beatboxing stuff he does in this song is just 🤯.😂

[@loveloochay]

🧟‍♀️🎼🧟‍♀️🎼🧟‍♀️🎼🧟‍♀️🎼🧟‍♀️ .. YES !!! You did it Sir Hairless - you opted for one my song requests, they always say that the 25th time is the charm 🍀 And .. we almost saw you dancing .... almost. It was another excellent reaction with much music knowledge inserted. But honestly .. this is just a really fun song with a driving beat by Kevin & Avi. Kevin seems like an alien on this one , he makes acupella a whole new thing. You could have surprised us all with dark eye make-up , or silver face paint.... he he he he .. (( .. especially when you do you Future Sir Hairless.. )) .. thanks for reacting to a dance song , even though you sat still !! 🧟‍♀️🎼🧟‍♀️🎼🧟‍♀️🎼🧟‍♀️🎼🧟‍♀️

[@SirHairless]

Haha, not quite sure I have the make-up skills - I’d end up looking like this 🤡

[@loveloochay]

@@SirHairless a little laughter goes along way. Thanks for responding, ... I needed a little pick me up today. Keep your great reactions coming , they are very entertaining. Cheers !! ((.. that means coffee to me ..)) 🎼👍

[@beefan2528]

Have thumbed up PTX "Popspring" Live concert in Japan - knowing you'll feel it's long - but maybe you could break it into individual numbers? 3 originals, plus a medley cover, still with Avi, and truly well recorded, as opposed to fan cams.

[@catherinelopresti7121]

I love how they can do any genre. They have also done classical pieces. I saw you did their Dance of The Sugar Plum Fairy, but I am hoping that you will do their cover of Waltz of The Flowers.

[@smithpauld1501]

You’ve done it again. Thanks.

[@yoclark2723]

My other favorite besides this one is "Sing". I'm not sure if you have featured it yet. It is a Patreon collaboration and it is so fun! Even some celebrities got in on the fun.

[@ShinyElfriend]

You caught that word “run” appearing in both “Run to You” and “Love Again.” There is another sort of interesting repeated use of the word”run” between their TV appearances on “The Sing Off” in 2011, and “Masked Singer” in 2023. In 2011, arguably the first official PTX Mitch Slap was in his feature during their cover of “Dog Days are Over” wherein he ends on a belted “Run!” In 2023 Mitch belts “Run” again in their cover of “Creep.” I just love the things you catch in your reactions. That was Kevin in the bass note during the rhythm break. If I’m not mistaken, I believe that was a glottal stop that he unfortunately and correctly no longer performs as it damages his voice. Not to scare you, but 25 is just the beginning. There is a reactor with over 300 unique Pentatonix reactions on their channel (he may be counting Sup3rfruit, though). It’s quite a testament to Pentatonix’s body of work and longevity, either way. I would be thrilled if you and PTX keep going indefinitely.

[@SirHairless]

Very interesting about the word “run”! I wonder if it’s intentional or not 🤔 Oh yes, I love the fact that there are hundreds of works in their catalogue. It means we won’t run out any time soon

[@Emilaria]

Originals I love are Standing By, New Year's Day, Light in the Hallway, Misbehavin, On My Way Home

[@kristipierce4735]

🥳This is my favorite original! There is live recording during an interview that is just 🤯. I also recommend Popspring 2016- you would definitely need to break it up. I would also LOVE to hear your breakdown of another audio-only early original, See Through. It’s so excellent, but few react to it because there isn’t a video.

[@terrycupp6687]

This original Pentatonix creation has great appeal to me. As one of the judges in the Sing-Off said, “you always have at least one surprise for us in every piece you do”. There were actually 2 or 3 surprises in this piece for me. I love how they moved from minor to major chords and back, I haven’t often heard that. And no one is as good as Avi at creating truly frightening facial images, he can be quite shocking 😊. And that deep, driving combo of Kevin and Avi was heavily emphasized in this song, I did appreciate them having a prominent role. As usual, really enjoy how you break down a piece and share the importance of why some musical decisions get made

[@priscillamcrmy]

i LOVE this one, acapella EDM is something only them could give me. and yes, this IS kevin's show. really cool that you checked out the lyrics before the reaction one of their most popular originals is can't sleep love, and i would reccoment reacting the 2016 popspring live performance instead of the music video

[@pweiner7597]

Since you asked about originals and live performances, I’ll repeat a request for Popspring since it includes Water, a beautiful original song and their Michael Jackson medley live (it blows my mind every time I see it). You will have so much to work with it may do you in 😂

[@edsartistry]

It never ceases to amaze me how many different styles of music these five can do. This is very quick and high energy with the goth/ punk look in the video. So different from their natural look in the "Halleluiah" video and the somber look in their "Run to You" video, then the bold color crazy fun look in the "Come Along" video and the reverence worship in their video of "Amazing Grace". They are so diverse and flexible and seem to pull off ANYTHING they please. Truly EPIC !!!!

[@elainecourteau6231]

Yay! More Pentatonix! This is my official “house cleaning” motivating song”. I love their original material... well, I love everything they do really. Their arrangements are always stellar even when they are more simple. Isn’t this just energizing though? Thanks again for your amazing insights. Gotta go dusting now. 🤗

[@annmc3878]

Thanks for the reaction. Some more originals to consider: Sing - very fun and upbeat Water - older on no MV Anchor - fan favorite no MV A Little Space - featuring some of the members of the K-pop group Ateez Can’t Sleep Love - fun song and fun video 2 version on has a rap ft Tink Midnight in Tokyo ft Little Glee Monsters The Lucky Ones - about their journey Hope this helps you pick out some more originals to react to.

[@SirHairless]

Thanks for the reco’s!

[@sirinas]

Energy between Kevin and Avi originally called "Meat and potato"😊 good analysis as always

[@kayecastleman6353]

I love this old original of theirs... it's like they went to town, optimizing each member's vocal skills and allowing them to showcase their full range. From overtones to that high G, and EDM tech to subterranean bass, everyone gets to shine. I always assumed that Avi did all the low parts, but now you have me reconsidering. This song is an excellent vehicle for Kevin, but the bass sounds, too? Mind bending! Thanks for kicking my brain into gear this Saturday morning. 😉

[@ksl-diy7243]

Mind bending, especially considering Kevin is a tenor!

[@sdmcdaniel2255]

They actually have quite a few originals. Sing, Light in the Hallway, Can't Sleep Love, New Year's Day, and Coffee in Bed, just to name the ones I remember off the top of my head. Each one is different from the one before. I'd recommend Sing, New Year's Day, and my favorite Light in the Hallway.

[@Remarema-we9qj]

When they sang this live on iheart radio interview with only 1 mic from the interviewer... it was insane.. Loved every bit ov it

[@suzannebastien2918]

What I like about your analysis is that you point out things that I don't really notice because I listened to the overall song instead of individual sounds, thank you 🥰

[@lorriredmon8212]

They did this at the same time as Daft Punk. I think they were in the futuristic mode at the time. An extremely low budget and a keen need to get themselves seen. I adore this one, love Mitch in it and wish it was longer. I've heard that this wasn't sustainable for Kevin with the throat singing work. It was too hard on him to do it over and over in concert. It's sad but I totally understand. I hope you will be able to hear Kevin on his site do his cover of "Down". I know you will appreciate every aspect he tosses at you. He's an all around talent. He also has perfect pitch. Thanks for an amazing reaction (from your face) and sharing of your knowledge. It's appreciated......

[@SirHairless]

Futuristic PTX is certainly cool - the videos are great! And totally understand about the throat singing - my throat hurts after filming a video from speaking, so I can’t imagine how much stress doing what he does causes 😅

[@keilup]

The song is well known among hard core fans, but I feel it's highly under-rated overall in their catalog. It's a very good song. 10 year's ago no less and early in their career. How 5 people can make a dance track sound this good is well, amazing. It's catchy. It's fun. If I'm in a bad mood or just need a pick-me-up, this one will do it. You pointed out a couple things I've never noticed nor have I heard anyone else point out. Great break-down as always.

[@pamelamoore4912]

Another fascinating Sir Hairless reaction! A very talented band and a very talented reactor. Thanks for all the PTX reactions. Please keep reacting to the best a cappella band that we all love ❤️

[@renaew.7712]

You MUST follow this type of style with the next closest, also again, featuring Mitchipoo, called SEE THROUGH. These 2 songs stand far apart from 'usual sound' you can also notice the edm feel on kirsties solo album, citing her song "up all night", she has said her & mitch like a lot of edm stuff.

[@goose5B]

I ADORE See Through and wish it had a video. It's such an underrated track.

[@elizabethlatham6248]

Most of the songs on their album pentatonix are original. One of my favourite ones that has a video is sing! It’s such a feel good song! Love your reactions and the knowledge and insight you have about how they have put their music together!

[@vmcgriff]

They are all amazing in what they can do with the human voice! I have heard them do this live in a collage theater in New Orleans. The acoustics were awesome! Even though all of us were singing along - you could hear PTX clearly over us. It sounded every bit as good as it does in the official recording!! Love your reactions and analysis! You’re the BEST! ❤🙌🏻

[@SirHairless]

[@debrawalkermeyer9109]

I really appreciate your reactions. For originals I agree PopSpring 2016 has 3 originals and the evo of Michael Jackson live. I also love their originals Sing, Happy Now, Be My Eyes, Coffee in a Bed, Thank You and Natural Disaster.

[@bonnarlunda]

Fascinating to see you finding elements of what that makes this song special. It is probably the one song I like the best, that has most meaning for me, from PTX. I had cared for my dying dad for half a year, and I just found Pentatonix during the last days of his life. He was a musician himself, so it would have been much fun to listen to these tunes together with him. Instead, after he died, I sat in a haze listening to every song by PTX, but there was one title I didn't recognize, so I put off listening to it until there were no other songa left: Love again. After listening three times, I couldn't get enough of it. Avi stood out because I recognized him, as the character in the video, with the pony tail, the tattoos by the temple, markings on the forehead and the charcoal around the eyes. I had been writing on a novel for many years, but only had half of the story. There was one character in this story who hadn't spoken yet. A warrior-priest by the name of Garamiel of Ferryside, with dark hair in a pony tail, markings at his temple and signs on his forehead and charcoal around his eyes. He had been part of a few scenes, but never did anything by himself or said anything. But while I was listening to Love Again, he stepped forward and flooded me with the other half of the story, exactly three days after dad's demise. I found a video with Love again on repeat for 10 hours, and I wrote day and night for a month. A few days into the writing, I started hearing snippets of the text from the song and realised that it echoes the story of Garamiel quite a bit. I am working on a translation of the book into English. It's an adventure and love story set in a future world where there are no ideologies and therefore no politicians anymore. Garam is the main hero/anti-hero. I've been thinking on how to thank Avi for unknowingly creating a costume that was so point on that it stirred Garam to tell his part in that very strange period in my life.

[@SirHairless]

Thank you so much for your comment 🙏🏽

[@MsSneekyNinja]

I love hearing musically knowledgeable people break stuff down. It's so amazing! And to catch it on the first few playthroughs. Impressed.

[@audreywalker9025]

Beat boxer, Xureck , has a program called I Jammed With PTX where he explained how Kevin could do that really low voice.

[@sherridemos9755]

Sing! and Love Me When I Don’t are great original songs to check out.

[@Pamela_T]

TY for reacting to this original....I love when you do analysis for PTX. Their musical compositions are sometimes quite complex. If you watch the last time you hear the throat singing, it's Kevin with Avi now doing the beat. Hope you are enjoying your KZbin break. It was so nice of you to have some videos in the que for us!

[@creationsbychancecan]

PTX blows me away every time.

[@lindabergstrom6650]

Their original Sing is another bop

[@johnrodrigues5974]

Another great original Pentatonix song is be My Eyes and Sing

[@andreinavargas2961]

Mitch and Scott made two albums under the name supertfruit they have some real interesting stuff on there. Very electronic but also very awesome vocals and arrangements

[@larae2812]

My favorite from PTX. Great reaction, as always. Amazing how you get so much from one listen. I’ve listened to this song hundreds of times and still found new things in your reaction. Hope you’re enjoying your holiday.

[@taniareads8751]

Love you to react to Anchor - a more recent song and more heavily produced, but a beautiful song with a lovely message. And Mitch.

[@billiemchone6683]

I just am blown away. How? How did they work all that out? Amazing. Are they just musical genius'.

[@SirHairless]

[@niallkalen6732]

Hermosa reacción y master class, y como siempre un fuerte abrazo de madre.

[@B3thBakes]

0:24 There's that head slap we love ❤

[@SirHairless]

[@elizabethtucker6026]

Coffee in bed or happy now for originals with videos. Anchor or never gonna cry again for Audio only ones. Popspring 2016 if you'll do a 4 song set.

[@marablemorgan8292]

Love their originality....

[@susansisson366]

My two favorite songs are the last of three versions of Seasons of Love (from Rent, the Musical) that they recirded a rooftop in LA with a choir backup. It was taped for the "Capital Fourth" a patriotic musical review on July 4th in DC. 2019 was the last year with Covid restrictions, so each participant taped their contribution in advance. Kirstie gets to shine! Christmas carols: "I Saw Three Ships." Please review the live version from a program called Christmas Under the Stars, also from 2019. One more! I love the Coventry Carol, which must have been a favorite of Avi's, because he sings it so beautifully. It's mystical, magical and tragical, and deserves more attention. Thank you! You illuminate my understanding each time!

[@tommieev5589]

Pentatonixism....a new favorite word! I love maniacal looking Avi moments :)

[@daleenengelbrecht4861]

I fully agree with Popspring 2016 life performance Problem Still when Avi was part of the group since I know you are working your way from their older work to newer ones.

[@leo102349]

Love your reactions ❤️ Kirstin had a hand in my favorite original - BE MY EYES - love that song and listen to it on replay ❤

[@loveloochay]

🤔🤔🤔 .. ???? Sir Hairless , I just made an interesting observation. You have made 25 reactions to the expert acupella group Pentatonix, and you have made 14 reactions to expert Country based acupella group , Home Free , and you have not reacted to " A-HA " by Pentatonix and you have not reacted to " Man Of Constant Sorrow " , by Home Free.❓️❓️❓️❓️ That seems impossible, but all of us fans know that both group have hundreds of videos. These are 2 must see & hear songs and I am anxiously awaiting these reactions. Thank you Sir Hairless for your appreciation of new music to your ears and your willingness to share your observations. Great stuff every single time !

[@lauriesimenson-rx3hv]

I love Be My Eyes. It's original. I think it was written by Kirsten.