Filmmaker Reacts | PENTATONIX "Kiss From a Rose" BOTH VERSIONS

[@ellenhulslander2897]

Hard to believe they can even upgrade their own stuff, but they do.

[@JeffreyHackReacts]

Haha, right?! It absolutely amuses me! Great stuff!

[@danielcarter837]

Between this song and O Holy Night reactors and fans are just stunned into silence. This should kick the Grammy door down. They should give them the Grammy now.

[@loriculver7282]

Yes! And Pure Imagination/Christmas Time is Here was another grammy worthy arrangement.

[@JeffreyHackReacts]

I agree that both of their versions are phenomenal.

[@Qlassyone]

I love the KO’d face when Kevin sings Baby!

[@JeffreyHackReacts]

Haha, right?! Such a classic face.

[@packerkats7578]

6:48 When you have a world class cellist in your group, you give him some room to shine! I love that they’re each other’s biggest fans.

[@melissacoviello2886]

Scott live is completely different than recording booth Scott. I’ve seen them live 3 times now and Scott is amazing in the booth, obviously, but he lights up and gets so much from a live performance and he’s 100% better live! They all enjoy live, but Scott the most. In my opinion.

[@JeffreyHackReacts]

Yes. And there is a significant difference between live performances compared to pre-recorded performance considering the energy and mood. It's kind of like the comparison of stage acting VS film acting.

[@ellenhulslander2897]

One thing about this group, they don't let ego get in the way of what is best for a song. They also recognize that a stunning background is equal in importance to a strong lead. They aren't going to plug someone in just to attempt to make things equal. Listen again, and concentrate on the background. It is amazing.

[@JeffreyHackReacts]

Very, very true!

[@daleenengelbrecht4861]

TX for this. Now you can see/hear why the life performance got so much more views. The wonderful fact about these 5, they don't try to outshine each other. You facial expressions were priceless, especially the k.o (knock out) after Kevin's BABY. Watch their latest "o Holy night" where Kirsten shines. Greetings from South Africa

[@daleenengelbrecht4861]

Sorry, just saw you did "o Holy night "

[@JeffreyHackReacts]

I'm glad you enjoyed the video! Kevin absolutely blew me away in this one! As I'm here he did to a lot of the Pentaholic community.

[@pjb3583]

Evidently I’m not the only one who abandoned the Yule log version once I saw and heard the live VEVO version. Both are good, of course, but the live one just rocks! Thanks for taking the time to do both, well done. Peace …

[@lauriedaiken4426]

I was coming to say people like me are the reason for the disparity in the views. I watched the Yule Log version once, but I’ve seen the live version so, so many times because watching these folks perform live is magical!

[@margretrosenberg420]

Matt's voice is incredible, and his range is still growing. Currently, I believe his lowest note is A1, which is within the range referred to as "basso profundo," though not quite low enough to blow out speakers in live performances the way Avi's lowest notes did. But his range tops out very close to the top of a normal tenor range. In my opinion, Matt has the greatest range of any member of Pentatonix, past or present.

[@JeffreyHackReacts]

🙂👍

[@MSKPELLEGRINO]

PTX has definitely expanded beyond a capella. Frankly, I’m here for it. A concert with both a capella and instrumental performances? YES

[@ruth2141]

It's amazing what doing 100 concerts in a year can do to a group's confidence, vocal technique and performance chops. You should watch some of the live videos from 2023's World Tour.

[@slhoog8164]

Scott has always had that raspy voice in his repertoire, but it's definitely gotten better as he's gotten older. It comes through well in some of his solo work also. The choir version of "Mars" is mind-blowing. The official video of Mars is great, and a real visual treat, but for listening, the choir version and the acoustic version are just incredible. His whole EP "Parallel" shows a lot of different sides to his vocal capacity.

[@ian_forbes]

100% agree. Was coming here to add this. And not only does that choir version of “Mars” showcase Scott’s rasp but also his high end range. Which he seems more and more confident in these past few years.

[@ruth2141]

Yeah, Scott's all grown up now, after almost 12 years with Pentatonix. And in 2023 he 1) put out his first solo EP (which you only reacted to one official video, there's three more.) 2) got married. 3) won a Sports Emmy (who knew that was a thing?) for co-music-directing a video shown during the 2023 Super Bowl, featuring his children's choir and Johnny Cash 4) co-wrote and arranged an original song that was selected by Disney for the nightly Epcot fireworks display.

[@lindaosmon5224]

Jeffrey thank you so much for doing the live studio version after the first. It is something to see.

[@JeffreyHackReacts]

I'm glad you found my live version reaction :) Thanks for watching!

[@ShinyElfriend]

I’m so glad you did both versions! I love watching them perform, they just give everything. I’ve particularly enjoyed reactors experiencing this particular cover because they are so loose and expressive at the same time that they are completely cohesive. Pentatonix hasn’t found a peak to what they can produce yet, and at this point I’m not sure they ever will.

[@JeffreyHackReacts]

I'm sure a lot of reactors have had flawless reactions to this song! I'm glad you enjoyed this video :)

[@bonniewilsoncarlson]

One of the things I love about PTX is that you can listen to each of their productions endlessly and always hear something new each time you listen. Each of them is so incredibly talented and does so many things that you can forever explore one performance and never run out of new discoveries.

[@JeffreyHackReacts]

Very true! Thanks for your comment 😊👍

[@samedmundson6470]

Kirstie - All right boys...voices and cello up Mitch - LoOove remains - MiniMitchSlap Scott - Blue Eyed Soul Dragon Drive-by Matt - Renames song 'Falsetto from a Bass' Kevin - "Hold my bow".. "BaaaaBYY!!!!".... Note all of the members except Kevin just might have a greater connection with this song than they know....we would have to ask their parents. This was some serious baby making music in the 90s. Having your song sung by Pentatonix is becoming an award...as it should be. Mitch and Kirstie have both said Kevin has the highest register in the group, his falsetto is fantastic.

[@davidbangtson3109]

This is a tour de force for sure. But you won't truly appreciate Matt's skill unless you also react to the live version of O Holy Night.

[@JeffreyHackReacts]

Haha, noted!

[@kristipierce4735]

1000% agree! (O Matt’s voice Divine…😊)

[@johnrodrigues5974]

Kevin the beatboxer often plays his Chello and beatboxes at the same time.

[@JeffreyHackReacts]

He's incredibly talented 😊👍

[@madenabyss6981]

Pentatonix hit it out of the park with this one 🔥🔥👍👍

[@edsartistry]

Can you say "Grammy Award !!! There is NO contest. Just hand them the Award. This is another one of PTX's "Build - Up - & - Drop - You" again and again until they have you so out of breath and panting that your brain doesn't know how to process what just happened to you. YUP !!! Kevin "Cello boxing" is at an EPIC high in this song. Scott's energy letting loose and his riffs and runs are unspeakably perfect, then Matt's soulful voice comes in and caresses you, and the background from Kirstie and Mitch are just "off the charts" fantastic. I agree, I'd like to hear a bit more of Kirstie in this. I really like how simple they kept the videography. Gives us a chance to see who is doing what in the song. If I were Seal, I'd be pissed that I let such an epic group do this cover, OR, I'd be so high on pride that not even crack would measure up, that I let PTX cover MY song. Either way I'm sure Seal is over the moon with this cover. And I seriously doubt that you would EVER see another cover of this song that is as EPIC! PTX is just so far beyond most musical groups. And with that level of talent there is a down side or high responsibility in that you have to keep creating more and bigger epic moments and creativity just to stay on top of that throne or pedestal. That in itself is a daunting task that many have been through and failed. Some have managed to get back up and continue on but many have also failed in a tragic and fatal way. For these five to be at this level for as long as they have been and to stay together as long is just pure MAGIC and has never been seen before. They are breaking ALL the boundaries and resetting them higher. Thanks for reacting on this one. It is VERY special.

[@kristipierce4735]

I have listened to this live version a hundred times and the official recording maybe 10 times. Others apparently agree, and I think that is why the live version has over 5x the views as the official recording. With this, O Holy Night and Pure Imagination, PTX continues to be at the top of its (and everyone else’s) game. They are just beyond belief. 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@debbierhodes4479]

I'm glad to hear both versions. Side by side...they are definitely different. Love the live version.

[@robynwitham9326]

Scott has had this since the beginning, he used the growl more in the very early years. Also, Kirstie and Mitch have both said in interviews that Kevin has the highest range of the group.

[@musicfanatic6558]

Lest one forgets Scott covers the 11:43 bass very well. “Sound of Silence”& “Hallelujah” are prime examples

[@beckiramsey9561]

Very beautiful, I love Seal’s sound!! Pentatonix sounds so great!! Matt can sound a bit like Seal it seems!! They did an awesome job!!❤❤❤ Thanks for doing it this way! Nice to see who was singing the second time through!!👍👍

[@gretchenoliver3388]

First time I heard Scott sing like that was in Prayers for This World.

[@Anna-xx1lv]

Thank you for watching the video as well! Kevin, well is just doing Kevin! He is fantastic! You would not know it’s his amazing talents on the cello (cell-boxing…how Scott, Mitch and Kirsty found him) unless you see it! ❤️

[@JeffreyHackReacts]

Exactly! Which is why the live performance surprised me so much. I'm glad you enjoyed the video :)

[@shilohauraable]

Many times, if Kevin drops percussion even for just a few beats, he'll add a note or two to add & fill in. Many mistake this for a possible background track or even a double track of Mitch or Kirstie. Like the high bell like tones at the end of O Holy Night or the very prominent note at the end of The Prayer while Mitch hits high Heaven in the background! Kevin is an amazing member of this group! 💖 And people often don't realize that it's Kevin.

[@vidsorama2]

@@shilohauraable So true.

[@deebee2603]

Scott belts with a lot of vocal fry in the PTX original, "Sing." He also does it in "Creep" and of course, "Kiss From A Rose." Also he did this style in PTX's stint on "The Sing Off" when he had the lead on "Born To Be Wild."

[@debrawalkermeyer9109]

Glad you did both versions. Great reaction. That face when you realize Kevin was celloboxing and then did that “Baby” was one of wonder. PTX is amazing live and watching them perform you can tell they really enjoy what they do.

[@sandrawalkerhaliburton1884]

They all have a hell of an octave range

[@Badger77722]

When I first heard the Yule Log version of the song, I assumed the "bay-bee!" at the end of the cello solo was Mitch, simply because he's normally the one doing those high notes. Imagine my surprise when I saw the VEVO version, and found out it was Kevin! At the end of Kirstie's short solo, you can see Kevin reach out with his foot and tap his mix pedal to switch his electric cello over to an electric guitar sound.

[@katmit69]

Scott has grown into his "gritty" gorgeous voice and we're hear for it. He does it so well, combined with his "riffing" ability and his range from the basement to the ceiling...yeah he's a rockstar! This whole song rocked I don't think there was a single thing they could have done differently to make this less perfect. ❤ And you add "Oh Holy Night" and its like..."Yes we are grown up PTX and this is how we do it now." Their voices just get better over time. Enjoyed your reaction!!

[@JeffreyHackReacts]

I'm glad you enjoyed my reaction 😊 There are more Pentatonix reactions on this channel! Enjoy 👍

[@Fairplayer43]

Thank you señor!!!❤ I am still trying to figure out how they sound better live rather than on a recording studio. It challenges logic... Those are my babies! Love them so!😊

[@JeffreyHackReacts]

I'm glad you enjoyed the video 🙂👍

[@naomisax5029]

I love their version of this beautiful song. Whether it’s better than the original is a matter of personal preference, and for me, it is!And Scott’s ability to sing in different languages always amazes me. He (and sometimes the rest of the them) have sung in Korean (Gangnam Style), French (Papaoutai), Japanese (Perfume Medley), Spanish (Felix Navidad) in addition to this one in Italian.

[@JeffreyHackReacts]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts 😊

[@Ron-Ayres]

10:31 Scott has definitely let rip before like this. 😃 Several of their performances in _The Sing Off_ had him ramping up his vocals to a more R&B-meets-rock sound - quite possibly because each group were compelled to sing in a different style each week as part of the stages of the competition...

[@Ron-Ayres]

And yes, agree about Kirstin - the perils of being a mid-range 'filling out the richness in the middle' type sound is that she rarely gets to shine in the way that Mitch or Scott do. The group really should work harder to feature her more - especially as the only female in the group.

[@ruth2141]

The first version is the original studio version from the 2023 Christmas album. They released audios of all the tracks, then did Yule Log for some. PTX does Yule Log audios of all their Christmas songs. So you can have a Christmas party and cue up a bunch of PTX Yule Log videos on your big-screen TV.

[@billwasserman9665]

You need to do the Live VIVO video version. It's even better. The instrumentalist is, of course, Kevin Celloboxing and vocalizing the high pitched Baby at the end of his cello solo

[@neetgupta1]

Umm, he did? He did the record version first and then the live Vevo version afterwards!

[@mjbartholomew5317]

please note, Kevin is playing the cello and beatboxing simultaneously.

[@JeffreyHackReacts]

I did not actually catch onto that with so much amazing stuff happening at once. Thanks for pointing that out! Wow!

[@dianewalton9457]

I love your reactions . You are the only one who has not the vi. I have seen many right after was released .Hope you get to see it soon . I mean the live video . Thanks

[@camillep3631]

watch the Sing-Off run, he is astonishing, they all are considering they'd just formed the DAY BEFORE THEIR AUDITION

[@ishort0967]

I think maybe some didn’t watch the whole reaction 🤔. Anyway..so glad you got to react to both recorded and live..there are definitely some subtle differences..good job!

[@JeffreyHackReacts]

I changed up the title. So, hopefully that helps viewers understand that there are BOTH versions, but it would be nice for them to stick around to the end of the video at the same time. I'm glad you enjoyed the video 🙂👍

[@Kimmerkel-k]

You should listen to Scott’s recent EP to really hear his talent and variety in voice.

[@pattidoney8649]

You should watch Kevin"s 5th. He is amazing!!!

[@JeffreyHackReacts]

I believe I reacted to it on this channel. It is amazing!

[@AlishaYouch]

Thanks for this reaction, Jeffery! First - I didn't notice until listening to these two versions one right after the other that they sang the live version down a half step. Interesting! Regarding Kirsten - I also initially wondered why she was not given an opportunity to solo in this piece, but then it hit me - this song is from the perspective of a man, singing about how this relationship affects him. The man's partner is the Rose from whom he receives the Kiss, and in this case, that's Kirsten. It just makes sense to have the make voices talking the lead for this song. Thanks again!

[@danielcarter837]

You can hear Scott ripping away in Creep from The Masked Singer. Wish Kevin could have played with Eddie Van Halen just once. I think Eddie would have loved Kevin shredding a cello. If you see the live video Kirstin is very careful walking over the cords from Kevin's setup.

[@JimKlus-jc4dw]

Scott did the same with last summer hit "I Rise." Yes, it's their original, the group is really stepping up their quest of writing songs last couple of years now. Grammy here we come!

[@JeffreyHackReacts]

Kevin's shredding was remarkable honestly.

[@jimk9860]

Check out Scott and Matt in "O Holy Night." Scott lets loose again and Matt has an amazing solo--amazing for a bass. All five are great in the video!

[@jimk9860]

I now see you already reacted to it.

[@kurtfroberg3608]

Fantastic studio/ live comparison! If you want to hear Scott utilizing his “Rockstar” voice, check out their original “Sing”. It’s an awesome video, with tons of cameo footage from their fans (famous and otherwise). Great little hype anthem.

[@darlamowry1437]

Their own song - SING - will show you some more of Scott's rasp.

[@joycenorthwind6874]

If you watch the Vevo version you probably would like it because you could hear who sings what when.

[@annmoomau881]

Regarding why the "live version" has 6xs the views of the visualizer version, after watching the live version, I think we can understand why.

[@debrawoodson2365]

That is Scott, Matt comes in after him.

[@camillep3631]

watch him and Mario Jose sing LP's Lost on You with Hans Zimmer's Time as background...just wow

[@ellenstrack6274]

Kevin and his electric cello are in play..that is probably the background sounds.

[@derrickcox7761]

That's Kevin on his electric cello.

[@marablemorgan8292]

Wait for it....

[@catherinelopresti7121]

Love this cover!! You mentioned their cover of The Greatest Showman and you should definitely check out their version of The Greatest Show!!! Just a warning, you will get Mitch-slapped!!

[@JeffreyHackReacts]

I appreciate the suggestion! And when I made that comment in the reaction, it was meant to be a joke as if THIS ARRANGEMENT was in The Greatest Showman. The beat, energy, and melody all matched the feel of that movie.

[@vidsorama2]

@@JeffreyHackReacts Pentatonix version of "The Greatest Showman" is amazing. So is their arrangement for it. I hope that you will check it out when you get the chance. It's audio-only on KZbin.

[@jamesjudge3891]

KO plays cello and beatboxes. so you're hearing correctly. He's played Carnegie Hall as a Cellist and Yo-Yo Ma has said he's one of the best of his generation.

[@KarenSchulz-t6o]

Kevin is playing the cello while beatboxing

[@marablemorgan8292]

That's Scott!

[@marablemorgan8292]

That was Kevin!

[@lemonsterog]

It's not the algorithm bro...they're just that good.

[@DrSerendip]

Kevin is playing his Cello.

[@marablemorgan8292]

And that was Scott again.

[@michellebarry1555]

A lot of Scott’s recent performances, going back to Creep from The Masked Singer and Prayers for this World, showed this raspy tone. You should check those out. Also Oh Holy Night where it is very pre levant.

[@JeffreyHackReacts]

I have a reaction to "O Holy Night" on this channel :) I appreciate the other recommendations!

[@chrispavlich9656]

@@JeffreyHackReactsIf you do the Creep reaction, do the one off of the Masked Singer show AFTER they were unmasked. It’s pretty short but it is the best version by far.

[@sparkers70]

I totally agree with you re: Kirstie ... to me, it sounded like her mic wasn't balanced as well as the others, but I'd have loved a bigger part for her on this one.

[@rhysdrain-langston9575]

I wonder what Seal himself would say if he heard this rendition of his hit song

[@stephaniem2007]

Scott has definitely had the grit before, but Prayers for this World was definitely where we could also feel the abandon. He tried less to be perfect and brought more emotion.

[@JeffreyHackReacts]

Gotcha 👌

[@monimoni305]

You have to watch the live version.

[@lindaeshbach6494]

There is a version you see them doing it. Kevin is playing some kind of cello like instrument

[@TonyG-gk7qr]

Having listened to both, I actually think the mixing on the “live” versions is much better. You can clearly hear Kirsten. Instead of being relegated to the backing vocals😂

[@vidsorama2]

Pentatonix has stated many times that they think that what goes on in the background of their songs is just as important as the lead vocals. If people listen for it, the background is incredible and makes the lead vocals sound better because they fill out the song. I hear Kirstin clearly in the background. I guess I always listen for Kirstin in PTX songs. lol. She's the glue in a lot of their songs, IMO.

[@roymassicott4360]

That is all KO!!

[@JeffreyHackReacts]

Crazy!!

[@camillep3631]

listen to what they did with Over The River...

[@JeffreyHackReacts]

I appreciate the suggestion 👍

[@bonnieflynn4798]

They always have had Kevin with the cello in many of there sings. He cello/ boxes. Yes do daft punk. Or can you feel the live tonight from lion king Or their cover of Havana , GOLD, SHALLOW, ARE ALL FIRE

[@JeffreyHackReacts]

I think I've already reacted to the majority of your PTX requests, please check out my Pentatonix Reactions playlist 😊👍

[@marablemorgan8292]

That's Kevin on his cello...

[@debrawoodson2365]

Where is the video ?

[@Thedreadheadedoreo]

Funny you mentioned the greatest showman because they did 😂😂😂 they did a cover of the The Greatest Show if you wouldn’t mind checking it out

[@marablemorgan8292]

PTX is all grown up!

[@JeffreyHackReacts]

And sounding better than ever!

[@frankhartranft1588]

in a video about Pentatonix voices all in the group think Kevin has the highest pitch - You have a great ear thanks - You should do The Recording of Evergreen by Pentatonix if you have not

[@ronaldschweitzer1110]

Isn't it just all of that!!

[@ambermcrann3285]

That's definitely kevin on his chello

[@gloriebluestein9721]

Hey you should check out kevins dance of the sugar plum fairy reimagined livestream 2023 (i left certain parts out to surprise him)

[@marablemorgan8292]

That's Matt...

[@williamsteffen6183]

I see you got KO'd!!

[@JeffreyHackReacts]

😂👍

[@Dana-cm9pt]

Definitely go back and watch the vevo live to see who does what

[@JeffreyHackReacts]

The live version is in this video :)

[@amazinggrace5692]

So NOW you know why everyone keeps watching the video version lol.

[@JeffreyHackReacts]

It also makes sense considering there's action compared to looking at fireplace for nearly 4 minutes 😂

[@camillep3631]

see why this live version has 1/2 a million views? :D

[@VedaVeda-o2s]

Yo Dude, there’s a whole Great video with this pTX video! You’re missing everythimg! hawk

[@47muff]

That is likely Kevin and his cello

[@marablemorgan8292]

⚡⚡🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥⚡⚡

[@larryross9492]

The live Vevo version is slightly different, and I think that both versions do Kirstey wrong.

[@j.6133]

It's Kirstin or Kirstie. )

[@dwfarr]

@@j.6133Yes. She goes by both.

[@deehayes8073]

Sounds like Kevin on bass

[@deehayes8073]

Or chello

[@JeffreyHackReacts]

😊👍

[@billiemchone6683]

Scott not Matt, the cello and beat boxing are curtesy of you know who (kevin).😊 Wait till Kevin breaks out!!!!

[@delwilliams947]

If you do the VEVO one, you can see what they’re all doing. It’s much better.

[@pyrokami2520]

Ahem, did you get to 9:00 yet?

[@JeffreyHackReacts]

The live music video performance is in the reaction 😊

[@ksl-diy7243]

It’s a capella! Check out the VEVO live version - amazing!

[@j.6133]

Watch the whole video. 🤣

[@juliewade1393]

So you haven't been paying attention to Pentatonix for a few years? NEVER have seen Scott? Go back and listen to their original song "Sing" that's as far back as Avi!

[@ladydivine8615]

I think the live recording is better.

[@JeffreyHackReacts]

I appreciate your comment 🎶

[@jmarcuc]

I think you are confused about the VEVO thing. The version with the blue background was recorded live in VEVO studios. That is, to my experience, the one everyone refers to as "the VEVO version". it would help a LOT if you could edit your title of this to inform the viewer you are including two versions. It was confusing to see that, at first, you had the VEVO screen and said you were going to review the VEVO version, but then showed the album cover and played that version. It's pretty clear from the comments here that many were disappointed enough to not watch the rest. Also, Scott sang this in a VERY similar style to the way he performed "Let's Get it On" by Marvin Gaye, in their 10th "Sing-Off" performance... It is well worth a view of that one, even just for your own enjoyment... 19-year-old Scott totally blowing the roof off that building was the best performance I've ever seen him in. He was feeling it all the way down to his feet. Just. Like. This one. ❤

[@JeffreyHackReacts]

I appreciate your feedback on the video title. 👍

[@jessicajones182]

As amazing as this is... you need to react to their Live vevo of kiss from a rose

[@Gwennedd]

Did you quit watching halfway through??? He did the live studio version right after the audio only version....in the same reaction.

[@dejns6945]

This is the Wrong version. Vevo video is best.😊