FIRST TIME HEARING - PENTATONIX - The Sound of Silence (REACTION)

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[@mamajenkins1981]

“Incredibly desirable on the ears” is the perfect description of Pentatonix

[@andycofin6983]

Simon and Garfunkel sang the song as a forewarning, Disturbed sang it a as a post- warning. Pentatonix sang it as a hope for change. A return to before Simon and Garfunkel’ warning.

[@piepmeyer1]

Love your description. Pentatonix always adds some hope and unique beauty to the songs they cover. It is definitely my favorite, though I love the others for what they bring, and I always thank the original artists for writing such a great song for us all to enjoy!

[@shereewilson6827]

That was very well said.

[@thechomiji]

What a great succinct analysis!

[@andycofin6983]

@@piepmeyer1 💕

[@andycofin6983]

@@piepmeyer1 💕

[@justinperry13]

With all due respect to Simon & Garfunkel & Disturbed... PTX’s version of this song is BY FAR the best I’ve ever heard. It felt like I was having a heart attack when I first heard it. It was soul shatteringly good.

[@bobbie2639]

Yes disturbed has a strong voice but felt it was the same throughout. With Pentatonix you get goosebumps from all of their voices. That's my opinion PTX made this song refreshing made it their own. I listen at least 1x a day every day. Goosebumps every time

[@GhostSal]

I agree, when I hear people say Disturbed has the best version (and they have heard this version) I cringe (not trying to diss Disturbed but PTXs crushed this song).

[@luminousdragon]

@@GhostSal I prefer the disturbed version to this one. Feel free to cringe lol. I love pentatonix though, and this version is also amazing.

[@GhostSal]

@@luminousdragon 🤮… just messing with you. I personally can’t listen to Disturbed’s version and can’t get into it. It’s just not good but that’s ok because we all don’t have to like the same things.

[@ervsavord4985]

The Pentatonics version for me is the best. I mean no disrespect to disturbed, but to me, it was like a very good black and white photo. At best, two-dimensional. PENTATONICS version was like surfing a giant wave with its beautiful feelings. So say I to the silence grows. You have met your match!!!

[@sherrywatson7728]

Pentatonix sings a wide variety of genres. Hallelujah gives so many reactors goose bumps. They have three Grammy Awards.(Daft Punk medley, Dance of the Sugarplum Fairy and Jolene w/Dolly Parton). They also have some amazing original songs. Welcome to the Pentatonix rabbit hole. The Pentaholics will enjoy your journey with you.

[@tajaybarker7184]

No cap their best cover is hallelujah

[@katiejones9106]

I can't imagine there is another group who has won Grammys for three completely different genres of music. ❤

[@sherryhall3635]

No one can match, or even come close to, the passion of PTX. They're absolutely the best!

[@GlassesKingdom]

They are really amazing

[@shirleyfisher8313]

Disturbed made it their own but in an almost angry way, Pentatonix made it to me much more powerful!

[@robertusmaharyady2810]

Totally agree... The best Acapella group in the earth.. right now

[@GlassesKingdom]

@@robertusmaharyady2810 i cant say no to that , because i don't know a better Acapella GROUP

[@brewswillis9783]

@@shirleyfisher8313 David Draiman's voice is a powerful as one voice can be, though it did take five voices to make the song more epic.

[@janices5389]

Ah, need to add - they call themselves a 'vocal band' and with good reason. The members are: Matt Sallee (Bass - he replaced their original bass Avi Kaplan in 2017 whom you will see in older videos), Kirstie Maldonado (mezzo soprano), Scott Hoying (baritone who quite regularly sings tenor and covers the bass whenever the bass singer has the lead) , Mitch Grassi (counter tenor - he was singing in his lower register in this song), and Kevin Olusola (beat boxer, cellist, tenor - he's pretty much the quiescent over-achiever of the group)

[@vickielopresti5767]

Come down the rabbit hole, with all us PTX lovers! Listen to their "Imagine ", "Amazing Grace" and " "Hallelujah " . Matt the bass in this one, is their newest member. Avi , their Base in Hallelujah, left the group, but did a guest appearance, with Home Free, " Ring of Fire" Scott, Kirsty, and Mitch have been together since they were in grade school! Kevin, the Beat Boxer, also plays cello, and sings! Pls react to more!

[@gabrielmiles5622]

If you're doing Pentatonix, I really like "Come Along." It's underrated as a PTX song.

[@JuJu-v1g]

Yes!!!! Very true.

[@janellewerner570]

Disturbed is the fight song for now and is the better version

[@michellebarry1555]

I love that song!!

[@fabrisseterbrugghe8567]

I adore Come Along!

[@Blue-rl5dp]

Disturbed's version was excellent in it's disturbing impact. Pentatonix's version is excellent in it's harmonic beauty. I say they can both be the best. I still go back in the memories of my youth and love the original version just as much. You did an excellent job of breaking it down for the music details.

[@GlassesKingdom]

You said it best

[@allybandy3047]

It's hard to choose between PTX and Disturbed, as both renditions are exceptional. David brings such emotion to his version, and PTX brings harmonic perfection. PTX is the penultimate of what a cappella should be. Would love to hear more on the channel. Some of my favorites are; Somebody That I used to Know Can't Hold Us Gold Havana Come Along Imagine Say Something

[@sidwha4665]

I have often said Simon and Garfunkel prophesied this. Pentatonix brought it back as a warning. Disturbed's version is our condemnation for allowing it to happen.

[@vidsorama2]

Thank you for reacting to this awesome Pentatonix cover. They have hundreds of amazing songs and videos. More Pentatonix please. Please react to their covers of "Hallelujah" and "Bohemian Rhapsody". They won their first (of 3) Grammy Award for their arrangement of "Daft Punk" Medley. They also have original songs, mashups and Evolution Of videos.

[@GlassesKingdom]

Okay more pentatonix coming

[@tajaybarker7184]

Yup highly recommended hallelujah and bohemian rhapsody also amazing grace

[@LeskeyC001]

@@GlassesKingdom Thems the magic words: subbed!

[@iconoclast67]

With your extensive musical knowledge you must appreciate music on a much deeper level than just emotional like most of us.

[@annamargarita3323]

i'm a certified Pentaholic!! thank you soo much!! try their Bohemian Rapsody, Daft Funk & Hallelujah first to name a few, they're out of this world! just Phenomenal my very favorite A Cappela group!!!

[@elainecourteau6231]

Musicians and singers usually love PTX, because of their amazing talent and formidable arrangements. It is smart, sophisticated music. The chord progression for the key change is not only smart but executed effortlessly. I’m so glad you not only appreciated it but explained it quite well. Thank you. Hope you react to more of their work. They have a ton of covers, evolution of specific artists, medleys, mashups AND originals. Enjoy the ride. 🤗

[@juliestevens6931]

To me, the original, Disturbed's and Pentatonix' versions are so different that I enjoy them all and can listen to all 3 back to back in a loop and not get tired of them for a long time.

[@GlassesKingdom]

Well said

[@Bonofox1]

💥PENTATONIX is A.M.A.Z.I.N.G!! MORE PENTATONIX💥

[@davidbangtson3109]

PTX is the very best acapella group in the world and you MUST do much more of their work!

[@heidijean5574]

They are The acapella group par excellence. They have done amazing work on many songs. they also have a numerous and strong fan base,

[@revkaelenelord]

As beautiful as this song is, it's a shock that what they are talking about is a nuclear explosion with people walking aimlessly about and those that remember write the story on tenement walls and subways halls so that people won't forget what got us there. This was a song first created by Simon and Garfunkel singing about the cold war when we feared a war with Cuba. As a child, I remember the , ' duck and cover' training that we practiced under our school desks. This was a song written in the 60's when I was a child,. But Pentatonix has made it's song for today with our hearing of certain countries practicing with missiles,not knowing where they will be aimed. Pentatonix does this song so much justice. So many of the younger generation do not remember those times and try to figure out what this song means. What I just wrote explains it all. An earthshaking reminder. They do a fantastic job! 💙 I Love Pentatonix!

[@danielcarter837]

They call their 'do do do do do' bell tones. It is a trademark of theirs. They use it like kind of a bridge to a new verse or section in several songs.

[@lauraa4294]

Yes, yes, yes, more Pentatonix please!!

[@christophercobb6352]

Since you now know what pentatonix can do to a song, please react to PTX’s cover of Say Something. You will discover that the beat boxer is more than a beat boxer.

[@ilovemusicmovies1789]

Kevin's skill in this song and all of them, is my favorite. Loved his part in the 90s medley

[@mikegoodwin2386]

I love the Disturbed version and I love the Pentatonix version. I don't have to like one better than the other. It may depend on the mood I'm in that day. They are different. They are both great! I am a huge Pentatonix fan (we call ourselves Pentaholics.) You should check out their cover of "Bohemian Rhapsody" if you really want to be blown away. So good that Brian May has posted it on his social media pages multiple times.

[@MariaGolay]

Great reaction! I love the Disturbed version of this song. it is just haunting. Pentatonix is fantastic with their version....

[@bobbie2639]

Pentatonix is best rendition ever done. They made this their own (!s many of their other covers) They did Simon and Garfunkel proud

[@dixiee3554]

I really liked your reaction to this, especially the demonstration of chords .👍 Yes, I would love to see you react to some more Pentatonix! 🙂 New Rules x Are You That Somebody and Gold are 2 covers that are really good.

[@GlassesKingdom]

Okay there’s more coming

[@janices5389]

If I might recommend you react to their version of John Lennon's 'Imagine'. They do to it, what Disturbed did to The Sound of Silence. The song has a message - and Pentatonix brings it into the present. It also has what we Pentaholics like to call their 'wall of sound' - a five part harmonic coda that will blow your mind! And you will get to hear Kevin (beatboxer here) sing. Added note: You will see a different bass in Imagine than is here; Avi Kaplan was their original bass who left the group amicably due to personal reasons in 2017 and helped find his own replacement in the form of Matt Sallee. This is the ONLY change to the group since it formed back in 2011 to compete on the TV show The Sing Off. (Mitch and Kirstin change their looks a LOT and it is fairly common for new reactors to think they are different people.) Subbed and looking forward to more!

[@sannita2007]

Someone commented to someones reaction to this song that Ptx has more light towards the end, like positive vibe about future when Disturbed version is quite dark till the end.

[@Loruca]

You're right. It doesn't matter. Both covers astound me, and I listen to them all the time. They're different from each other, eliciting a different response from me, but I'm hooked on both. I love your knowledgeable musical analysis. I am going to subscribe because your treatment sets you above most of the other reactors.

[@bettyf584]

You definitely need to do a reaction to their version of “Can You Feel the Love Tonight”. I think you will really appreciate that one! As a brand new subscriber, I hope to see lots more Pentatonix reactions!

[@callalily9842]

I believe that you are referring to "bell tones." If you like this arrangement, should definitely need to hear their cover of Elton John's "Can You Feel The Love Tonight" from The Lion King. It is one of their best arrangements. It will blow your mind! Great reaction. I love the way that you broke it down. Subbed for more PTX!

[@kindracriado5984]

Pentatonix is in a league of their own so it isn’t fair to compare them against anyone else. We should just appreciate everyone for what they bring to the table at any given time.

[@r0kus]

Very interesting analysis. It is cool to watch somebody taking a technical look at the music. I was 10 or 11 when the original by Simon & Garfunkel released the original. I think it will always remain my favorite. That said, I also loved Disturbed's version. To my ears, Pentatonix took the two and sort of merged them. They kept a lot of Disturbed's intensity, but restored the harmonies from the S&G origonal.

[@carolscott1686]

Thanks for reacting to PTX. I hope that you will will react to more of their great music. Any song you choose will be FIRE. We Pentaholics will be here to enjoy it right along with you.

[@tajaybarker7184]

You can check out their new 90s dance medley 🔥🔥🔥🔥PTX the best a acapella group out here NO CAP 🔥✨

[@tajaybarker7184]

Can also check out their imagine their spectacular 🎶🔥

[@hurrle2]

Great reaction! Welcome to PTX. Can't wait to see more reactions on this group. PTX fans are always looking for new reactions and new PTX pentaholics.

[@cherylwilliams9360]

Disturbed version was fantastic, and PTX version is also fantastic... no competition! Loved this reaction! Yes, yes more PTX.. there are SO many masterpieces to react to!

[@scottdavison6738]

Excellent break down of all the things going on with this song, they were awesome, but I still think that Disturbed owns this one, they are just so much more Powerful, Thanks my Brother

[@CMoneyFickyFicky]

You are very knowledgeable and I can't wait to see you analyze some of their other work! More Pentatonix!

[@annmc3878]

Great reaction. If you keep reacting to Pentatonix, the Pentaholics will keep showing up. Ever since they formed in 2011, they’ve tried to push the boundaries of a cappella music. They are the only a cappella group to ever win a Grammy (they’ve won 3). They have a wide variety of music. Some of my favorites are Imagine, Bohemian Rhapsody, Amazing Grace, Problem. Original music Sing and Can’t sleep love.

[@ladyshar42]

PTX is a large rabbithole, lol. New Rules x Are you that Somebody, Mitch and Kirstie sound like one person.

[@elizabethsantersero9597]

I love all three versions - which I listen to depends on my mood :-) The first shout out goes to Simon & Garfunkel for writing such a great song, though, to be fair! I really enjoyed your reaction - love when musicians get excited about how PTX does what they do and explain it to the rest of us 💘

[@jeangoodwin1856]

Just subbed. Absolutely loved your breakdown and reaction! I personally don’t think you can compare the Disturbed version to the PTX version. They took 2 totally different perspectives and they were both right on! Keep the PTX coming. How about Daft Punk, Bohemian Rhapsody and Amazing Grace?

[@cazabbott5996]

It;s such a joy to hear people knowledgeable about music talk about PTX.

[@TheGringoprowlers]

I love the " it matters not " comment, Disturbed and Pentatonix both did Simon and Garfunkel a favor by singing this song.

[@Green-eyedGirl19]

Can You Feel The Love Tonight, immediately! I just saw another reaction of this song. It ends with axfive part harmony.

[@jo-annelebel9819]

I like both - it is like comparing apples and oranges, both good, just different

[@lynn2574]

Love PTX, and your reaction. Would love to see you react to more of them.

[@jessegirlb]

There are SO many amazing PTX songs. Their harmonies and arrangements are stellar. Since you are savvy in terms of music theory, you should watch some of their evolution videos (fantastic transitions, key changes, beat/tempo changes) and their original "Run to You" and "Mad World," which have haunting harmonies AND "Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy," because they kill it even though it's instrumental. But seriously, all their stuff is great. They're brilliant in terms of arrangements. For sick beatboxing and bass, do their Daft Punk Medley. Other favorites: "Gold," "Say Something," "Amazing Grace," and their Sing-Off performances (especially: "Born to Be Wild," "Love Lockdown," "Let's Get It On," and "Dog Days are Over." Kevin, the beatboxer plays a few instruments, and you can see him cello-boxing in "Say Something," and "Radioactive."

[@susanstein6604]

They do an a cappella version of Bohemian Rhapsody, Hallelujah, and Can You Feel the Love Tonight

[@GhostSal]

Disturbed’s version doesn’t hold a candle to this, this literally feels me with emotion every time I hear it. PTXs crushed this song, as they did with Hallelujah and Mary Did You Know!

[@Kreationsbykrispy]

You will absolutely love reacting to PTX given the knowledge you have. Please do more! 🙏🏻

[@arabellabirnbaum3997]

This version presents you a very beautiful song ,very well done but it's just that, a very beautiful song. I know this song since the sixties but I didn't put much attention to the lyrics until I heard Disturbed and the lyrics hit me like an earthquake. In Disturbed you don't " hear " the song, you feel it in your soul like the message it meant to be. As far as I know, Simon himself, after hearing Draiman on the Conan show, sent him a note saying " now this song is yours "

[@mindweavers]

I think comparing them is a lost cause. Disturbed and Pentatonix styles are so different it's like comparing two different songs. Nice reaction.

[@Doinita.]

It's my first time on your channel and I enjoyed your reaction. I just subscribed for more Pentatonix. I followed them since the beginning so I am definitely in for more, I absolutely love them 😊

[@LeskeyC001]

Very interesting analysis and nice seeing that you really enjoyed the song. Thanks for posting. Yes, more PTX!

[@morganschmidtke9015]

Dang! I loved when you busted out your chord knowledge! I really appreciated your breakdown!!

[@pattiemartin9253]

Amazing Grace and hallelujah

[@schuhschrank947]

Oh, you only scratched the surface. And you will be surprised when you hear other songs of them and when you hear Kevin (the beatboxer) sing for the first time. I am looking forward to it!

[@catherineharger8069]

More PTX, please. There are MANY. You might like their the Hallelujah, or the Grammy winning. Daft Punk, Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy, and the third Grammy singing a duet with Dolly Parton on Jolene. Note: From 2011 - 2017 the bass singer was Avi Kaplan. He left the group amicably. From 2011 - Present the bass singer is Matt Salle. (White jacket on the end - this was recorded in 2018 or 19) Note#2: When the bass singer, Avi or Matt, is singing the lead, Scott Hoying (middle blond who started the song) takes over the bass. Otherwise, he is the baritone. The countertenor is Mitch Grassi, the soprano is Kirstie Maldonado, and the beatboxer/tenor (he does sing on some songs) is Kevin Olusola. Finally, there are a lot or original songs by them as well. There isn't a bad choice whatever you choose to listen to next.

[@susanstein6604]

Sounds of Silence was written by Paul Simon in 1964 or 1966. It’s still relevant today.

[@lexymich3647]

I watched Hallelujah first and came back to this one that you did before. I love the way you literally show us what they are doing. It would be easier for me to follow on the keyboard. But it's your channel and with 80k subscribers you are doing something right!! Everything right !!They have a videographer on tour with them and one of the video it shows them talking about can you feel the love tonight. Scott says can we change the key one more time. I hope you can tell me when the key changed and how high the note is that Mitch hits in it Thank again.

[@sussj3330]

I like that you know your chords. Please continue to analyse PTX. They have fantastic arrangements and are true musicians.

[@uniquely_mo]

As many have already said, their other songs are also amazing. I look forward to seeing your reaction to those, and hearing your thoughts. I liked how you broke it all down. “Daft Punk” and “Hallelujah” are two of my favourites, but “Imagine” is also fantastic (plus many more, which others will recommend)

[@EhrineAshbark]

I like your thoughts on preference. Why do we have to prefer one over the other. While they're both the same song, they're very different in style and (for that matter) emotional presentation. They're both incredible and that's all that matters.

[@nycmate]

More PTX! You can’t go wrong with whatever you select. The Pentaholics will offer dozens of suggestions. You have lots of great surprises ahead!

[@josephinemerced9362]

PTX 's cover on this song was unique from the rest.. No instruments used but we heard amaxingly and mind blowing harmony..

[@LeeCarlson]

Pentatonix does this thing where they synch on a single note, each an octave apart for their harmony.

[@taniareads8751]

Would I like to see more PTX..... Yes Please! I've subbed and hope to hear more PTX reactions from you as I really enjoyed your take on their perfomance.

[@angie44551]

It's always great to see people discovering PTX, especially musicians! PTX is unparalleled, in my opinion, when it comes to arrangements. They are only five voices and yet, always manage to sound full, while maintaining individuality. So much talent in this band...it's unreal. I'd recommend Hallelujah to check out more of their harmonies, Bohemian Rhapsody for another very clever arrangement and the Daft Punk medley, because it's hard to believe it all comes from their mouths alone. Great reaction!

[@deniserhodes2655]

Love PTX My song suggestions: Hallelujah, Amazing Grace and Bohemian Rhapsody. They are all fantastic.

[@terib470]

Imagine and Amazing Grace are a must to listen to from PTX or Pentatonix, the rest of their songs are ear candy all the way around. I love the original as it was in my youth and the time then was also in a lot of distress and pain. The Simon and Garfunkel always felt sad and wistful, like a please listen but I'm afraid to shout to loud. Disturbed felt like anger that no one has listened, PTX feels like we haven't lost yet, there is still time but now need to not only listen but to respond.

[@amandasamson4513]

Subscribing for more Pentatonix!! I am so happy to hear you are reacting to them

[@lanapeterzon9055]

Yup, you lost those of us who have no idea about what music is about except if it is pleasing to the ear.

[@Gamerone64]

Hallelujah by L Cohen is another often covered song and may be another you may find their version is the one that run's thru your mind when you hear it. Even Cohen had high praise for it before his death.

[@janbenda5246]

It’s not just about harmonies what makes the difference here, it’s the kontrapunkt in their arrangement. This baroque contra melody principle is what you can’t find in any other similar groups.

[@luckywanderer5107]

Good reaction.

[@Bassetlover3]

Incredibly desirable on the ears!!! Love it!

[@gerrimesack7166]

Subscribed! I love PTX reactions and this was great. Please react to their video cover of Amazing Grace. It is wonderful!

[@Dan-B]

It’d be amazing if you reacted to Gabriel Henrique, he’s a criminally underrated vocalist. His cover of Run To You by Whitney Houston in particular shows off his vocal abilities. His covers in his native language are also incredible.

[@JebMICA]

Yes, PTX is arguably the best a cappella group today, thanks for sharing this! I've also tried to get 4th Impact to cover this song too, to no avail yet, lol. And you already know about their harmonies!! They would do much justice to this song. Take care, GK, and thanks again! Stay safe!

[@GlassesKingdom]

Yes I would love to hear them do it, I will call them out each time I react to them

[@PMJonte]

A capella all day long!

[@planelvr07]

I grew up listening to Simon & Garfunkel. I love their songs. I know a lot of folks will disagree with me, but I do not like Diturbed's version at all. Now PTX...I love their rendition, I think they actually improved it. Love them!

[@amandarobertson1289]

Disturbed is still my favorite too. PTX is a close second.

[@kerry7713]

Pentatonix- Imagine.

[@detrix42]

Simon & Garfunkel's version, was a soft warning about those who fear rejection and don't share their talents. Disturbed's version was an angry, why did not heed the original warning, and Pentatonix's version was a hopeful shouting of the warning, and showing the world what only 5 voices can do. My wife thinks Disturbed's version is a lot better. I just love what PTX does with this song. All versions of this song are rather unique, so each can stand on their own.

[@lindakramer6075]

Great reaction! If you want to hear guitar check out PTX'S Bohemian Rhapsody and for harmony it would be Havana. Cello can be heard in their Shallow and their Perfect. I agree with Gabrial Miles, Come along is wonderful but sadly underrated.

[@dbell582]

I love PTX but imho I still greatly appreciate Disturbed’s version the best by far. This song is very pretty but the way Disturbed does it brings much more emotion to me than any other version I’ve heard. I’m not even able to get through it without tearing up…and that’s after listening to it 100s of times since it was done.

[@jojojebulan7837]

Please react Pentatonix HALLELUJAH

[@MaynetteSMore-hf9km]

They always end their songs in unison.

[@RobBellSpeaks]

Great reaction. Check out Bohemian Rhapsody. They will blow you away! Thanks!

[@MaynetteSMore-hf9km]

Check out Bohemian Rhapsody. They provide vocal electric guitar.

[@jessegirlb]

I think Disturbed's is still my fave, but I'm a HUGE Pentaholic, and this may be the only cover I don't give to them as the best. It's a VERY close call, though.

[@sherrywatson7728]

Also you should know, they have only had one change in their group. The original bass singer (Avi Kaplan) left in 2017. Replaced by Matt Sallee. The counter tenor, Mitch Grassi and the mezzo soprano, Kirstie Maldonado, change their looks a lot.

[@steves3417]

Check Out Pentatonix 90''s Mix......

[@martycullison4095]

I sub'd in hopes of more Pentatonix. I am sharing your reaction to the Facebook group Pentaholics and they will come to see your reactions. For my opinion, the Disturbed version of this song was just too Negative, this version offers hope. AND if you really want to be amazed with their INSTRUMENTATION, you really need to check out their version of Bohemian Rhapsody, I can't wait till you hear the Guitar Solo!

[@cindybee9270]

The little guy. You mean Mitch? 😂

[@edsartistry]

If you do more reactions to PTX , PLEASE do yourself a favor and do some research on this group. We Pentaholics would greatly appreciate it.