Recorded in a closet, video shot in a kitchen, edited on a laptop, production budget of $400. The result? Their first Grammy and superstardom! This was the original group, consisting of Scott Hoying (tall blonde guy, silver hair in this video), a baritone with a five-to-six octave range; Avi Kaplan (dark beard and cornrows), true basso profundo, but also with an impressive range; Mitch Grassi (short dark hair, a chameleon who's look changes in almost every video), a super rare contra-tenor who can hit some mind-blowing high notes; Kirstin "Kirstie" Maldonado (the only female member and also quite the chameleon herself), mezzo-soprano with the voice of an angel; and Kevin 'K.O." Olusola, (wearing the goggles in this video because his eyes couldn't handle the contacts), one of the best beatboxers in the world who is also a world class cellist (plays cello in some of their songs) and has a beautiful tenor singing voice, speaks at least four languages, graduated pre-med from Yale but put his medical career on hold to join Pentatonix. They've had only one membership change. Avi left the group in the fall of 2017. He was experiencing some personal issues with burnout and trouble keeping up with the band's exhaustive schedule, plus his mother was very ill at the time. He took about a year off from the music business, then returned with a truly amazing solo career. He also helped find his replacement Matt Sallee, who joined as a temporary member at the end of 2017, then became the full-time bass singer in March of 2018.
@davidphillips44763 жыл бұрын
Great recap man!
@jamescurfman32843 жыл бұрын
Well done! :)
@CabinFever523 жыл бұрын
Couple other points: Avi was classically trained and I don't know if Matt can reach the lowest notes that Avi can, but he has the voice of an angel and also really completes the group.
@provakarroychy15353 жыл бұрын
Didn't know all of it. Thank you so very much! 🥰
@obe220993 жыл бұрын
So what you're saying is that i will never be able to create this caliber of audio and video? My mom said i can do anything...are you calling my mom a liar? How dare you! Thanks for the info!
@danielle87523 жыл бұрын
Yes, their first of 3 grammys! Great reaction!
@jamesensley39063 жыл бұрын
If helpful, here are their names: Scott Hoying (tall blond baritone) Mitch Grassi (counter tenor) Kirstin Maldonado (mezzo soprano) Kevin Olusola (beatboxer, tenor and occasionally plays cello) Avi Kaplan (bass) Avi retired from PTX in 2017 and has been replaced by Matt Sallee.
@reaper12b152 жыл бұрын
That side smirk she does while singing is the most beautiful, hypnotizing, sexiest smile/smirk I’ve ever seen!
@vickipeterson96333 жыл бұрын
So thrilled you watched this one. The early days are important to watch. As mentioned the bas (for 6+ years and with the band from beginning) is Avi Kaplan. He has a solo career which is also amazing. He and Kevin Olusola (beat boxer and celloist) were best friend/brothers and make up the bass and percussion of the band. They were also roommates. The band won 3 Grammys while Avi was with them. This one was their first. It was made for about $400 and filmed in Avi and Kevin's apartment in the kitchen and closet. Avi left on good terms and helped the group get his replacement, Matt Sallee. If you've not watched Hallelujah (video and live (Christmas Special 2016) I would recommend viewing those. Please watch the earlier stuff first so you can see where they started, get to know them better, and appreciated now where they have landed. Scott Hoying (tall blond and baritone), Mitch Grassi( tenor dark hair) and Kirstie(sounds like thirsty lol) Maldonado grew up in Texas together. The entire group met one day before they were on a singing competition called the Sing Off. One of the judges, Shawn Patrik Stockman, dubbed Avi and Kevin the "meat and potatoes" of the band. You can also watch those episodes on KZbin. Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy was their second Grammy and the third was singing Jolene with Dolly Pardon. Love Again is an original(written by Avi and Kevin) that I think you will enjoy. Imagine (John Lennon Cover) will also get you. Good luck as you journey down the PTX rabbit hole. Loved your reaction.
@AlbertandCynthia3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for the information!
@heinleinreader7 ай бұрын
They did this on a $400 budget, filmed the segments in the closet at the apartment, then shared by Avi and Kevin, and put it together at the kitchen table, still in that same apartment. That video won them their first Grammy award. They have, at this writing, five nominations and three wins at the Grammys.
@TheAneova3 жыл бұрын
Headphones take their music to another level, they do left and right switches that adds such depth to their music
@PrplHaze883 жыл бұрын
Two mash-ups of theirs will absolutely blow you away - La La Latch and New Rules x Are You That Somebody.
@jameshays79073 жыл бұрын
A wonderful review. I implore you to get sets of headphones. Pentatonix has so many little things going on in their songs that you cannot hear them all on speakers alone. I am looking forward to your reviews of this group in the future.
@KitsyX3 жыл бұрын
Well they might be fine if their set up is good and they have good ears for it... But yeah, good headphones probably are better.
@RichKatRanch3 жыл бұрын
Yes, great suggestion! There is so much "movement" throughout all of the notes and their voices are like butter... I can so easily get lost in the sounds they produce with my headphones.
@tammyspinks54913 жыл бұрын
Love your reactions. Yes, their first Grammy. Just ignore the critics. You guys are doing great. Pentatonix fans will love any reaction and Shallow is a great one since you want to do that one. You will be flooded with requests by others. Thanks for the positive vibes.
@rara43 жыл бұрын
Couldn't agree more, love the enthusiasm
@jamescurfman32843 жыл бұрын
Their first Grammy was awarded for that medley. :)
@dnk13123 жыл бұрын
Real Bosses !! They're true legends !! Interstella 5555 is one of my all time favorite albums *ever* !! And the entire anime visual for the album is unprecedented !! Daft Punk have always been lightyears ahead !! Great vid guys a always ^^ !!
@AlbertandCynthia3 жыл бұрын
We're so happy we're finally seeing their stuff! Can't wait for more
@gingerjohnson10953 жыл бұрын
Their 1st Grammy. They got a 2nd one for Dance Of The Sugar Plum Fairy and a 3rd for Jolene with Dolly Pardon.
@elainecourteau62313 жыл бұрын
Hi hi hi! Loved your smiling in awe reaction and the way you took a deep breath at the end. I often forget to breathe when I listen to them. 🤗
@cheath1aisd2 жыл бұрын
What's even crazier.... they can do this live & it sounds the same! Even all the "record scratches, etc.
@danielsimonson16393 жыл бұрын
They have recently come out with "The Wizard of Ahhs". This is the coolest video I have ever seen. They cover the whole movie inn one short video. They dress the part and sing up-to-date music that really fits the show!!! Even if you don't do a reaction to this, you need to see it for yourselves. It is so awesome. I remember watching the movie when it first came on TV, in black and white, and I think it was five years before they added color, which was so amazing to me. I was 10 years old before I saw a friend's color TV, so this video was very special to me. I love your reactions:)
@Mahiahtree3 жыл бұрын
"I have not been disappointed once..." And girl, you won't. ❤ PTX does not disappoint! And you are also correct, they won a Grammy for their arrangement in this medley. I know the other Pentaholics are going to steam roll you with tons of information so I'll stop here and let my amazing fellow Pentaholics do the thing.
@Jorbo233 жыл бұрын
Cynthia, that is the LARGEST water bottle I have ever seen - LOVE / Albert, you are correct - this was their first of THREE Grammys so far!!
@nedesp612 жыл бұрын
Love the way you two do reaction videos, without pausing all the time and telling totally unrelated stuff. Keep it going!
@specialplaylists32303 жыл бұрын
Great reaction ;D This is one of their best IMO! You won’t regret checking their covers of “Bohemian Rapsody”, “Can’t hold us”, “Royals” or “Love Again” (this last one an original of them). If you want to explore other A Capella’s, Citizen Queen won’t disappoint you (check their cover of “Never Enough” or “Evolution of Girl Groups”) See you in the next one maybe
@pattiemartin92533 жыл бұрын
Headphones add so much depth to the music
@fredneckteddy3 жыл бұрын
If you like this one, might I suggest "Love Again" which is an original of theirs done in EDM style and they are costumed up like cyberpunk. fantastic song!
@emmanuelfani53853 жыл бұрын
A closet, 400 US$ and so much talent.... directly leads to an Emmy award.
@HiHello-ro5bb3 жыл бұрын
Sometimes I forget they do this only with their voices. This is amazing as always I loved your reaction
@lynnetitus6483 жыл бұрын
They are awesome in concert!
@scotthritz66413 жыл бұрын
Love your reactions and you both are so cute !!! Love the way the excitement of the videos on your faces!!! 🤗🙌🏻
@AlbertandCynthia3 жыл бұрын
Glad you like them! Thank you for your support!
@jonpates72093 жыл бұрын
You have a new subscriber!! Pentaholic since the sing off!!!
@tabberz243 жыл бұрын
Pentatonix has won three grammys. This was #1. #2 and #3 were for Jolene and Dance of the Sugar Plums.
@almalaga39245 ай бұрын
what a nice couple.....love that reactions....
@brianneparker98963 жыл бұрын
Definitely wear headphones when listening to then. You miss a lot without then. They are amazing.
@RichKatRanch3 жыл бұрын
Nice reaction video! I'm so glad you guys have discovered this amazing group. Names are: Scott Hoying (white eyebrows in this vid), Mitch Grassi (beautiful tenor voice), Kirstie Maldonado (the only girl), Keviin Olusola (the AMAZING beatboxer, who also has an unbelievably beautiful tenor voice), and Avi Kaplan (sings bass - if he was a cult leader, I'd join the cult...) Avi left the group in 2017 but their new bass member is wonderful also - Matt Sallee. The original 3 members hail from my hometown of Arlington, Texas! I'll be subscribing to your sweet channel and checking out your other videos ❤
@dukewalker91443 жыл бұрын
God I find her crooked little smile so...APPEALING! LOL
@dawgeral3333 жыл бұрын
This won a Grammy! No wonder!
@thebravesoul2 жыл бұрын
BEAUTIFUL reactions 💜
@Cat-vr5ss3 жыл бұрын
I would love to see you guys react to their original song. Love Again
@LeskeyC0013 жыл бұрын
A PTX tour de force! Thanks for posting.
@chrispavlich96563 жыл бұрын
Dark haired smiley guy is Mitch (counter tenor, highest male singing voice) White haired Jack Frost dude is Scott (Baritone with a wide range) Avatar Lady is Kirstin (Kirstie rhymes with thirsty is a mezzo Soprano) Corn roll deep voice guy is Avi (Bass and no longer with the group but left on good terms) Eye shades and beatboxer extraordinaire is Kevin (cello and cello boxer unbelievably talented) Newer music will have the the bass, Matt. I suggest their Wizard of Ahhhhhs by Todrick Hall for a new twist on the old classic with newer music it has their old bass Avi in it and their newer My Favorite Things video that has the new bass, Matt in it. Anything by them you choose will floor you. Enjoyed and subscribed ❣️
@snuggleshuggles42573 жыл бұрын
Avi Kaplan has his own channel now though where you could check out his solo stuff
@jamescurfman32843 жыл бұрын
Agreed; if you can find it on their channel, it's worth checking out. Most of the members have their own channels as well. :)
@provakarroychy15353 жыл бұрын
Hey wonderful recap. Thanks! 😊
@syhn57082 жыл бұрын
I can't believe there is someone who did not give any reaction to Avis voice.
@Jskew3 жыл бұрын
I love you both. Cynthia a bit more sorry no coincidence short version is Cyn. Listen please head this. React to the "sing off" performances 1 -13 first. Its gives you the origin story, great live performances and preps you for the journey ahead. Much love and keep on keepin on J.
@donaldparlettjr32953 жыл бұрын
Check out La La Latch. Also Scott and Mitch do Superfruit.
@markphillips4802 жыл бұрын
Oh my god they are the best ever they are the truth
@Kaprikorn-lh1el3 жыл бұрын
I’m sure y’all have a list of Pentatonix songs that will keep y’all busy for a really long time but they have recently released some original songs (Thank You and The Lucky Ones) and their rendition of Amazing Grace which is beyond epic and that is saying a lot for themselves so if u get a chance u should absolutely check it out.
@barbarapennell97172 жыл бұрын
This won a Grammy
@janetburrows137 Жыл бұрын
You want too look at the 90’s medley ❤❤❤😊😊
@tnnsboy183 жыл бұрын
Hey Albert
@walnesblanc3 жыл бұрын
Hello and have you thought about live streaming on twitch and starting your own podcasts in the future
@AlbertandCynthia3 жыл бұрын
Eventually it might be a possibility!
@ladrac1983 жыл бұрын
You guys need to react to them with headphones! It's a totally different experience!
@clfchan48383 жыл бұрын
Jackson Wang new song released ALONE on Team Wang KZbin Channel.
@mlivenlivengood2 жыл бұрын
There names are Mitch, Kristin, Scott, and Kevin but the Bass Singer you watched was Avi which now since 2017 got replaced by Matt because Avi left Pentatonix in 2016.
@etude793 жыл бұрын
Correction: The song you said was Aerodynamic, it's actually Digital Love
@michelejohnson75143 жыл бұрын
We all hope you listed to this 87 more times haha.
@sahid37943 жыл бұрын
Did you know that Pentatonix sing in Japanese too with one of the most famous female vocal groups in Japan? You should check them out "Little Glee Monster feat. Pentatonix - Dear My Friend" (don't forget to turn on the subtitles)👌
@bartonbagnes46053 жыл бұрын
They also have sung in French in their cover of "Papaoutai" with Lindsey Sterling, she plays a violin while Kevin plays his cello.
@imkt7162 жыл бұрын
HEADPHONES ARE NEEDED FOR ALL PTX!! You will be amazed!!!
@GolyenHighway3 жыл бұрын
Ok. Love your reaction to PTX. But here's a helpful bit of advice. Invest in headsets. Preferably ones with bass boost. You loose so much when you don't have them. There is so much side to side on headsets that make you feel so much more immersed.
@Peanut7263 жыл бұрын
PTX never disappoints!
@wolanskyrocio83463 жыл бұрын
5:33 this water bottle it's just the same that Harry Styles' bottle. I'm sorry 🙈😂
@mikemath95083 жыл бұрын
left girl has my hair. that's because, I tried to have a nice pompadour/quiff like the girl on the right, but i could never find the right combination of products for it.
@felipemeirelles18163 жыл бұрын
Guys, please use headphones...
@georgebridgnell19373 жыл бұрын
you're missing sooo much by not wearing headphones
@shadowfire_083 жыл бұрын
their cover of "Havana" is seductive 💃
@doorran3 жыл бұрын
yep this was their first Grammy .. they shot the thing in a closet and edited in the kitchen.
@selenalavigne12573 жыл бұрын
Waiting for your next KZ TANDINGAN REACTION GUYS "SAY SOMETHING " ON SINGER 2018❤
@jasonweible28343 жыл бұрын
If you like Disney songs try Voice Play's "Moana Medley" or their "The Little Mermaid Medley". Both are stellar and will give you a good idea of what another acapella band can do. If you aren't a big Disney song fan, they also do a couple of songs from "The Nightmare Before Christmas" that are great. Home Free is another acapella band worth watching. Their "Ring of Fire" and "Man of Constant Sorrow" videos are stellar.
@sophianicole46563 жыл бұрын
Please react to their cover of Can You Feel The Love Tonight 🙏💗
@lalaisidro23253 жыл бұрын
Try it to watch of MASTERMIND DANCE GROUP from the Philippines .... They dance of music PANALO
@kathyboucher50192 жыл бұрын
Sound of silence, bohemian rhapsody, imagine, the prayer, Mary did you know
@peterturei2532 жыл бұрын
Where are thee head phones?
@Baerno3 жыл бұрын
Nobody else is saying it, so I guess it's my turn. You KNOW both Mitch and Scott were running around the place with Kirstin's wig on!
@oscar_3113 жыл бұрын
You’re both fine as hell damn ! You should react to their perfume medley it’s one of my favorites ! you’d like it :)
@capttheo13 жыл бұрын
I strongly suggest headphones of some sort. Major, major difference.
@obe220993 жыл бұрын
It's sad because as much as i love solo vocalists that shatter octave ranges no "one" can hit everything from the 1st through 8th octave range. My brain has been marinating in Dopamine for too long.
@maynunal3 жыл бұрын
it's a huge difference with headphones on....just so you know
@kathyboucher50192 жыл бұрын
Do you wear headphones?? If not you need to, you're missing out!
@monksuu3 жыл бұрын
If you like to hear what they sound like performing this song live to a single microphone, check out a private backstage performance of theirs: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qqiXinapfb1-nas Just check it off camera for fun. :)
@remyakg37453 жыл бұрын
you guys promised reaction of kgf scenes thats why i subscribed
@_dotskieofficial3 жыл бұрын
Please react to thai commercial sisters.🙏🙏🙏❤
@_dotskieofficial3 жыл бұрын
And unsung hero
@sandrawalkerhaliburton1884 Жыл бұрын
Watch "Can't Hold Us" It's Rap.
@danielchia11233 жыл бұрын
Pleaseee react to Hyuna - Im not cool / Hyuna bubble pop
@lenakavanaghrattigan95223 жыл бұрын
new here can you react to pentatonix cheerleader. rather be. love again. radio active. mary did you know. oh come all ye faithful . the sound of silence. also scott hoying and mario jose lost on you, scott hoying is from pentatonix
@kurthjohnabardonido47353 жыл бұрын
Plss react with video RONDA ROUSEY AND KURTH ANGLE VS.STEPHANIE MACHON AND TRIPLE H
@maynunal3 жыл бұрын
wear your headphones please:-) you are missing a lot. :-P
@safaecheddad9783 жыл бұрын
Please ailee i will always love you kbs legend
@josephinemidonany26423 жыл бұрын
Pls do react to 4th impact
@gretchenoliver3388 Жыл бұрын
That's okay, we know their names, but can't remember yours, ha ha.
@xtoxicxxkitten8875 Жыл бұрын
Can Verbalase top this 😮? I think so but i don't know 🤔😅
@JenniferMeyerconsiderjennifer2 жыл бұрын
Oh man you all need headphones....you have no idea
@romelvalen14893 жыл бұрын
Kindly react Ayegee the 2nd runner up for the recent tawag ng tanghalan finale
@pattiemartin92533 жыл бұрын
Carrie Underwood Temporary home
@aaronbarlow43763 жыл бұрын
Wow you're so beautiful Cynthia.
@laurosilvestrejr.1063 жыл бұрын
*React to Alice In Chains - Man In A box.*
@AlbertandCynthia3 жыл бұрын
Aw we'd love to but we know that song well and love it! The reaction wouldn't be a first time reaction. Thank you for the request though!
@ClaireBarn3 жыл бұрын
YOU NEED TO LISTEN WITH HEADPHONES!!!! You are missing virtuoso bass performances.
@akshayjayan60263 жыл бұрын
Headphones... headphones... headphones... Please use headphones while you react to an acapella... You guys are missing alot of Avi's amazing bass notes
@Manu-ls4xu3 жыл бұрын
React to VoicePlay
@setgoyes94633 жыл бұрын
you look like meghan markle😁
@alexanderlucmaner19863 жыл бұрын
Pls do react to dualipa don't start now pls don't ignore me pls I'm begging you as hole .. Many times as this i request this on your channel.....😢😢😢😢😢😢
@AlbertandCynthia3 жыл бұрын
Hi! It is on the list but Albert & I will be apart for about 2 weeks. As soon as we film again your request is on the top of the list. Stand by and thanks so much for the request ❤️
@alexanderlucmaner19863 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for the replied.💋 ..pls do as much as possible OK...💓
@rara43 жыл бұрын
Bruh don't take it personally they have tons of requests
@tamiressantos86623 жыл бұрын
React pantatonix amazing grace
@marablemorgan82923 жыл бұрын
They won't record anything they can't sing live... Nothing enhanced or nonvocal...
@dreadinside6543 жыл бұрын
Please react to : Rainych cover of "Kimetsu no yaiba Demon Slayer OST -Homura by Lisa" : kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZnW3nYCklLB4m6s
@wvhollargirl75493 жыл бұрын
You guys little reaction. Very low. A thumbs down.