First Time Hearing | Pentatonix - The Sound of Silence Official Video Reaction

[@jenniferlucas3540]

It’s been posted that Simon & Garfunkel’s version is one of sadness, Disturbed’s version is one of rage, and that Pentatonix’ version is one of hope. The more I listen the more I agree with that assessment.

[@dollofvoodoo]

I don't think Disturbed's version is one of rage at all. Actually, their version is my favorite.

[@jenniferlucas3540]

@@dollofvoodoo I am not attacking Disturbed’s version of the song. I am merely agreeing with someone’s assessment of the underlying tone of the 3 versions mentioned. All songs speak to us individually, what I feel from a song may not be what someone else feels. Our personalities, life experiences, cultures, and even current mood all influence how a song is received by us.

[@JessieRaeBaby]

I don't like disturbed version because I don't like being yelled at. 😒

[@malcolmrowe9003]

@@jenniferlucas3540 Another comment I saw reckoned that the original has a warning tone, Disturbed's version follows the consequences of that warning not being heeded. Perhaps PTX's version could be hope for rebuilding after those consequences.

[@angieg495]

The original was a watch, Disturbed a Warning, Pentatonix is the disaster adverted. We can only hope!

[@GrandmasGonnaFlip]

You can always depend on Pentatonix for a jaw dropping performance.

[@525569andrea]

You should check out their rendition of “Bohemian Rhapsody”!! It’s on point👌🏼 there’s not a sound they missed in recreating it 💯🔥

[@violetf.2025]

Yeah, that's a very good choice ❣️

[@jesicaraymond6434]

Definitely that’s a good one!!

[@trevorforizs347]

Yesss!

[@atoyshabassene6273]

Yes! Listen to Acapop singing it. It's kids

[@WizardPandora]

The one in the White Jacket is Matt, he's the bass that took over for Avi

[@marablemorgan8292]

Remember... They don't do covers... They do upgrades! ❣❣❣❣❣

[@linda6987]

I think they are all AMAZING! Kevin is the best beat boxer - EVER! ♥️

[@sosarahb]

“Mad World” has more of those bell tones that you love! Also, in “Imagine” their voices sound like handbells! Great reaction! 😁

[@dianebeck1492]

Hallelujah is even better.

[@michellehammonds8491]

Please make a playlist for them! Pentaholics will find you. I'm certainly glad, I did! You're about 200 songs behind, with them, since you reacted to this video. Enjoy your journey with this group. There's no U-turn on this highway with them. Consider yourself a fellow Pentaholic. PTX fans, you already know, subscribe, like, comment and share. Help this man's community grow 💖

[@tedcombs3046]

This is why people say that Pentatonix doesn't do covers, they do upgrades.

[@zrebbesh]

A thing I love about PTX is their "attacks and transitions" - These guys come in *EXACTLY* on the beat, *EXACTLY* on pitch, *EXACTLY* in unison, and they do it every. last. time. Even when they're singing five different pitches in complicated chords with harmonies going in different directions, they all hit their transitions at exactly the same instant and they all get their pitches exactly. From the very first millisecond of every new note, they are precisely on pitch. And they do it without sounding like robots. (I mean, unless they want to sound like robots - Daft Punk for example).

[@sandyleewhite]

Each singer in Pentatonix, are phenomenal vocalists, in their own right, although, when put together, it feels like Angels have come down, from Heaven, to perform for us 💕💕💕

[@floriangrogoll5206]

Damn, you come across as likeable in every video...I like your honest way. You don't feign enthusiasm, you don't overanalyze. I'm a fan... (from Germany)

[@berlyn3014]

Ah this makes my Pentaholic heart happy. Perfection is the word for sure. Thanks for your reaction.

[@amandalinard9835]

I agree. Once you hear this version, you don’t want to hear any others. This version is the best! 🔥🔥🔥

[@marablemorgan8292]

They transcend most genres and songs!

[@TheDivayenta]

Their Daft Punk medley won a Grammy and is one of the best things I’ve ever heard!

[@Juber777]

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[@heidifruchtl354]

@@Juber777 PTX has won 3 Grammy awards. Their Daft Punk medley was done on a $400 budget. Recorded in a closet, filmed in a kitchen, edited on a laptop in one of 3 apartments between the 5 members. Grammy #2 is for Dance of the sugar plum fairy. A song with no words, sung by a band with no instruments. Grammy #3 Jolene with Dolly Parton. Filmed in 3 takes. PTX doesn't do covers, they do upgrades.

[@caithlin4306]

They absolutely understand how to create a hook, drama how to climax a song..they make songs they sing emotional and exciting

[@janajuhasz9319]

There's another acapella group called Home Free that is amazing as well! Insane acapella going on...

[@TR_writing]

Pentatonix cover of Imagine you will enjoy. Thanks for your reactions to this talented group.

[@Wyndigayle]

Oh my! Just checked which PTX reactions you've done so far. I knew it wasn't a lot, but you've barely scraped the surface. You in for one heck of a ride! I would suggest some of their early covers, their evolution videos, and some of their originals. Some of my favorites are Can't Hold Us (Macklemore cover), Sing! (Original), Evolution of Michael Jackson, Evolution of Music, White Winter Hymnal, Carol of the Bells, Aha! (both the music video and the live in Singapore)...just to get started! Love, love, love your reactions. You have a great ear and an intelligent understanding of music. That's why I keep coming back.

[@snapdragon8888]

Their version of Amazing Grace is a spiritual experience. It literally brought me to tears because of its sheer beauty.

[@loniralston-nfseasoned2578]

And they sound just as bright and clean in concert, so good

[@dawntextor8170]

Perfection says it all

[@chemchc]

You should definitely check out Kevin Olusola's "KOver" of Down. He's the beatboxer.

[@stephaniegeer1691]

Yes,PLEASE react to Kevin's cover of Down!!!! He will blow your mind!!😃I fully love your reactions and your opinions...thank you.😄✌

[@susanholman6267]

Pentatonic is a Go😮d given, modern miracle!!!

[@johnrodrigues5974]

That is Matt Salee who took the bass position when Avi Kaplan left the group in 2017. He has an amazing voice!👍

[@megjones7860]

Hello Mr.Lboyd, Thank you for reacting to this one from PTX. Pure Pentatonix Perfection. The third singer, the bass is Matt, he replaced the original bass Avi in 2017. The bell tones, the layering and stacking of the vocals, the PTX wall of sound, the crescendo. The passion when they sing. All perfect. Loved your reaction "This is why they are them" - have not heard it expressed like that before, but you got it exactly right. Have you reacted to PTX versions of The Prayer, Amazing Grace , Can You Feel The Love Tonight, Mary Did You Know or Bohemian Rhapsody, yet?

[@vidsorama2]

Thank you for reacting to this beautiful Pentatonix video. Glad that you enjoyed it. They are amazing. Matt became bass for Pentatonix in October 2017 after Avi left. That has been the only member change in their 11-year history.

[@thea1rachiel]

Exactly. They represent a pinnacle of music that must be reached through harmony.

[@7331James]

You should check out one of their originals. My personal favorite is Sing, but they're all pretty good. I know you like live performances, so you would probably like the live video of Cracked (another original) from the I Heart Radio awards a few years back.

[@G-grandma_Army]

Sing just makes you feel good and want to move! :)

[@meganwoida3475]

I love when Matt, the new bass goes from the upper part of his range to the lower at the end of his part. Gives me chills every time.

[@kareng4658]

Pentatonix is SO VERY GOOD!

[@pamelabarrera5074]

PTX is awesome and so is HOME FREE. Gr8 reaction. Thx for sharing ♥.

[@beverlykrebs4372]

Yes, Ptx is synonymous with perfection!!

[@marypulley6512]

THEY ARE THEIR OWN MUSIC, plus those voices,,oh my goodness !!

[@davidphillips4476]

The very cool part of the others versions is that they are all different. Simon and Garfunkel is like the alarm being raised PTX is the warning and Disturbed version is like the bell tolls, it is here. Love all 3 of those But something special by PTX is those bell chords they use...they have no weaknesses vocally.

[@simplesimon8586]

What else to listen to by a Pentatonix? Anything. Literally anything by them is fire.

[@ls-kk4pq]

This reaction just popped up on my feed and I saw this two years ago. This was just as wonderful as second time around! I’m so glad this popped up!

[@imkt716]

They are 100% no music or mixed! They are incredibly talented in live concerts!! Welcome to the PTX rabbit hole!

[@paolageraci]

They are phenomenal!!!😘🏆❤️🥰🏆🏆🏆

[@joiewick187]

Pentatonix group is a total masterpiece

[@shirleyujest7786]

I COULDN'T AGREE WITH YOU MORE! Their "do do do do do woah" is everything in this!

[@louellamoyer5578]

I agree with you 100%! It is bright and clean. So perfect!

[@MelaniePoparad]

Pentatonix = perfection. “New rules x are you that somebody” also uses the bell tones and kevin and matt kick ass with the bass and beat. It’s one of my favs that showcase them. Great reaction. I love seeing you get so animated about a song. It really is astounding.

[@susancobb9658]

I absolutely love their music. My favorite being "Mary did you know." It's amazing.

[@rblprd]

That one is hauntingly beautiful

[@ekathrynlee7757]

Every sound is them‼️🤩💖

[@marablemorgan8292]

Sounds like many more voices than just the 5 of them!

[@christinethieman9196]

Mr. Boyd; I've followed Pentatonix for a few years. In my opinion they're about the best Acapella that I've ever heard. Look at their version of Hallelujah with Avi. The one in the desert. It will give you goose bumps.

[@annajosullivan]

I love that moment you realize how great it is and start to smile.

[@clwright316]

you hit the nail on the head.... "this why they are them." 💯💯

[@marypulley6512]

As close to perfection as God allows.

[@bettyf584]

Definitely more Pentatonix please!!

[@michaelo5665]

Nice choice good sir

[@chrisdecaminada2886]

Perfect explanation they are because they are them

[@jackbrock2945]

You need to hear this group sang hallelujah

[@theresarigio5627]

Their Popspring 2016 concert has three original songs and their Evolution of Michael Jackson. It is great to react to. Many reactors do it in one reaction. It is about 15 minutes long. The Pentaholics love it. And their originals are great!!! Keep reacting to to them. 💕💕

[@charlesjohnson253]

This is truly Genius!!!

[@DonnaPoynton.]

Pentatonix are pretty special they are Amazing,Thanks

[@GtaBillionaire]

those 5 are the best assembly of voices ever. i mean, ever!!!!!!!!

[@GtaBillionaire]

Scott is probably the best, most versatile lead singer ive ever listened to

[@celiachristman104]

You like their "bell tones" or arpeggios. I love this version, too.

[@survival7691]

The word that comes to my mind is epic.

[@carrieerickson2139]

Enjoyed your reaction. This group is unbelievable. Everything they do is perfection.

[@sandrajones4344]

Amazing grace!

[@joymiller4253]

I love love love watching your face while you listen to this amazing performance! Especially your eyes, darting back and forth to get it all in! And your smiles at all the little treasures you are finding within. You are a joy to watch. : )

[@loricharlonne2167]

Perfection…every single one of them and PTX collectively ❤️🎶🌈

[@adamfike9730]

I would specifically like to hear more of this specifically specific type of content because it specifies what I specifically find special about these specific types of reactions, specifically in regards to pentatonix' specific videos.

[@joquitasullivan6353]

I love this group. They set the bar so high for anyone to come close.

[@eirrenia]

I find with this song I go to the original by Simon & Garfunkel if I just want a mood, to Pentatonix if I’m looking for musical interplay, but to Disturbed if I want to bring the meaning home.

[@RamenNoodle1985]

I loved how you were fighting so hard not to smile

[@creationsbychancecan]

You need to check out their version of Amazing Grace and Hallelujah. They are some of their best work.

[@ravenmoon1533]

Absolutely amazing

[@thechomiji]

Glad to see you back reacting to PTX! Their timing, tone, and emotionality are always off the charts. More, please?

[@SaintedKarma]

The 90s medley from PTX is a massive hit of nostalgia Would highly recommend a listen 👍

[@mamaalaska]

Spectacular, per usual! You good sir have a wonderful evening. I thoroughly enjoyed your reaction! 💯💕

[@TheDivayenta]

This is much closer to Simon and Garfunkel/ the originals. Paul Simon did that part you like on acoustic guitar. He is a world class finger picking style guitarist.

[@meganwoida3475]

Checkout thier live performance of Joyful, Joyful from thier most recent tour. It's so good!!!!!!!

[@carrieerickson2139]

They sound just a great live!

[@zipadoodlebug7124]

I am so happy you finally heard this song by them. The other version of this song is by Simon & Garfunkel the original of course, but Disturbed does this song too and his version is also incredible. On a personal note, each artist/s gives a very good rendition of this song. But the versions are I think different and really cannot be compared. How can you choose one? I guess for me it is how wonderful it sounds to my ears and the feeling that I get (awestruck) every time I hear that song by them; for me it is Pentatonix's version! Gives me goosebumps every time!

[@vickimoran1349]

Only they can do what they do! Thanks for the great reaction!

[@Adameia_]

No matter how many times I listen to one of their songs i still get shivers

[@RussellaMcdowell-pw8ci]

The prayer is bueatiful

[@jayesimond9301]

They sound live the same as in studio recordings. They are genuinely legit.

[@paulwhite5840]

Paul Simon was a master song writer.

[@MicheeBee]

I love your reaction. We’ll done.

[@sergeisergei4700]

Agreed, this is THE only version for me now!

[@kbbeers4274]

Yaaay!! A PTX reaction!! 🎉🎉 Thank you for sharing your time with us. ☮️

[@dawnpatterson8708]

Great genuine reaction. I feel the same way about all of their covers. They usually do an upgrade instead of a cover. Enjoyed it alot. Keep it up.

[@helenachevallier128]

I totally agree, this is the only version I want to hear now, except for maybe the original, that's still pretty great. 😊 I loved watching your face through this song, it was echoing all the feelings I have whenever I hear this version and/or watch this video. ❤️

[@ls-kk4pq]

I know! This version, as good as the first version was I think this one eclipse is it! Great insight!!

[@ls-kk4pq]

Thanks for this analysis ! Amazing!!

[@ankhgirl3]

It’s truly amazing what Pentatonix can do!! They are all so beautifully talented and were so very nice when I met them.

[@char5533]

One of my favorite is Run to You, a 5 part harmony...so beautifully haunting

[@SpaceTacos60316]

I vote you go all the way back to when they won their season on The Sing Off... they started out pretty perfect

[@CallegriaofSoulbound]

You might find great enjoyment listening to a Canadian group named Walk Off The Earth I suggest Hello (cover) or One of their original Hold On (lovely heart warming song).

[@luckywanderer5107]

Wonderful reaction!

[@lisakistler9795]

Amazing Grace by Pentatinix is well…amazing

[@wordsareart4562]

you have got to listen to them do "Hallelujah"

[@shadowfire_08]

gotta check out the Daft Punk & 90’s medleys, Havana cover, and Butter x Dynamite mix

[@sandrajones4344]

Perfection!