Pentatonix - Problem (3FM LIVE) | Son Of A MITCH I Can’t Take This Anymore!! | Saucey Reacts

[@lynn2574]

Mitch has phenomenal breath control. Have you seen Carol of the Bells? It’s sometimes referred to as the song where Mitch doesn’t breath.

[@hernameispekka_Rebecca]

My thought as well. I think while knowing how to sing for sure doesn't make you a good rapper, I would assume that a properly trained singer would have a leg up just because they are very trained in breath control in general.

[@lschoenrank]

I hadn't seen that one - thanks for mentioning it. Just watched, and it was great! I'm not a huge Pentatonix fan (think of me as a casual fan), so I haven't seen all their videos by any means. But when someone suggests one, I'm seldom disappointed. And there are a few I will watch again every time they show up in my feed.

[@loricharlonne2167]

I’m always amazed with Carol of the Bells and how Mitch gets through it flawlessly every. Single. Time….angel on earth for sure 🎶💕🌹

[@deansouthwick1906]

The women I know who sing like to call it the Soprano Death Song.

[@janetburrows137]

I have. 😮. I’d been on my back gasping for breath. 😂😂😂❤❤❤. He is AMAZING 😅 FOR SURE. 🤷‍♀️🇬🇧🥰💕🙏

[@katm4335]

The thing is Avi didn't just record "bass lines" with PTX, there are many songs where he sang main parts, not to mention the intricacies of the duo work he and Kevin did on all of the Evolution video's, that was more than just "bass lines". And he made records on his own during his time with PTX. He was an integral part of a group that won 3 grammys and he was proud of that. I can't count all the interviews where Avi was crying over how proud he was to be with PTX and it was what he wanted to be doing at the time. Yes he's gone on to do different things, as Mitch does different things with Messer, as Scott does different things, as Kirstie does Broadway, as Kevin does his own thing, as there was SuperFruit. They all have individual differences and styles when it comes to music, but it doesn't take away from the collective they were when it came to PTX.

[@PtxXtp]

Thank you. The holding Avi back narrative is getting pretty old. Especially when most of us were around during the Avi times and knew what it was really like for him.

[@judithL3100]

Agreed!

[@timcaldwell5241]

@@PtxXtp Absolutely!!! Had it not been for PTX, I’m sure Avi would now be a very happy opera singer…sans millions of fans. We would have been, most likely, deprived of his sheer talent on the world stage! As it is, he is forever a part of history…changing the face of accappela music forever. Recognize and applaud his talent and contribution…ALWAYS!!! But feel sorry for him?!? I don’t think so….

[@kenslaughter00]

Yeah, this holding Avi back and him being relegated to just basslines is ridiculous, especially, as Ptx Xtp noted, where those who have seen the PTXperiences and other behind the scenes stuff know just how hard he worked on all facets of the group, including arrangements. But I guess Kirstie is just relegated to background oohs and aahs, too.

[@heatherhuard]

I would say Saucy Dad is referring to the fact that Avi never had the chance to really stretch out and use ALL of his talent while with PTX. That being said I am one of those that believes he would have still done this amazing solo work even if he had been able to stay with the group, and some of us fans may still be thoroughly enjoying PTX but to me personally when he left he took some of the heart and soul from the group. While they still sound amazing I just don't enjoy them as much. But that is all water under the bridge things worked out just fine and all parties are happy (which is most important). But ohhhhh how I would love for them to rekindle their friendships and possibly perform together again perhaps as part of the Walk of Fame festivities........and no I DO NOT think that is disrespectful to Matt, if it weren't for Avi Matt would not have had PTX to join! And it wasn't considered disrespectful to Tim Foust when Avi performed with Home Free.

[@maryparker9426]

Kevin amazes me in this one, I hadn't realised he talks and beatboxes at the same time in the "one less problem without you" bit

[@anitaslack9193]

Right? Why does no reactor talk about this? He sings (well, chants) actual lyrics WHILE BEATBOXING and all anybody wants to talk about is Mitch rapping. Mitch is always amazing, but we all know he can rap. I think Kevin is way under appreciated here.

[@hstppt]

Every time I watch a reaction to the official video, I yell at the reactors to notice this, but very few fo

[@mariaracine6553]

My favorite part of this is actually the bridge where Kevin is whispering “one less problem without you” WHILE beatboxing. You can hear a little better in the live version where he’s clipping the words to fit them between the beats - he’s not really enunciating certain letters - but it’s still a ridiculous level of skill.

[@jeanneplace6871]

I loved you pointing to the "Son of a Mitch" sign!

[@lynnsoeth5301]

There are just no words to describe these guys, they consistently blow my mind, even after all this time.

[@lukreziadawn308]

The unicorn just being the unicorn I guess. I always expect that one day I'll stop being surprised by every single thing Mitch does. But it's been over 7 years since I've become a Pentaholic and he still continues to surprise me. I guess he'll just continue doing that and I have to live with it. It's Mitch, what else is there to say

[@rachellephipps1361]

Great reaction. I also love Avi's solo stuff. But that being said I also love to hear his base in pentatonix songs. I have always been drawn to his voice. Hoping go see more of Avi's solo stuff soon.

[@shilohauraable]

Have you reacted to Light in the Hallway? A 5 part harmony lullaby written by Scott for his nephew. Scott asked Avi to sing the lead because of Avi's velvety voice! It's beautiful. I miss Avi's overtones in places, too. I don't hear him adding them into his current solo work either. Maybe he'll write something soon that uses his overtone talent! 😊

[@catherinelopresti7121]

Watched this several times now and I still love Mitch in this! Avi and Kevin killed it, but Avi smile at the end is the best part.

[@karehelene]

I hope Avi doesn't regret, because I don't believe he would be where he is today, doing what he is doing without them.

[@charlottevan_8]

He's said repeatedly that he completely appreciates his 6 years with the group, and what the experience gave him on multiple levels.

[@gailseatonhumbert]

I hope you also realize they wouldn't have done as well without Avi and his sister Esther as their tour manager.

[@PtxXtp]

@@gailseatonhumbert come on Gail. Its getting old at this point. You know they're all responsible for their success. I guess with your logic I could say that without Scott they wouldn't have done as well either since none of us would even know who any of them are without his idea for them to join the sing off. You know his drive for success is really strong. Nobody would know Avi without ptx.

[@judithL3100]

@@PtxXtp Exactly….it was the perfect storm, and took ALL of them to get to the next level

[@ThexImperfectionist]

@@PtxXtp Just ignore the troll. This is the same person who was spamming every reaction video a year ago commenting that they were done with PTX (I can't even remember why now). And yet here they still are. You can't take any of their vomit seriously.

[@jerolddavis]

The way you ended the video a broken and defeated man in the most euphoric way possible is an entire mood. Your efforts in spreading the word of our Lord and Savior Mitch Grassi are appreciated. 😅

[@lleldridge1]

I've listened to a lot of Kevin's solo work, Mitch's solo work and Avi's solo work and absolutely love it all. Sorry Avi's baseline work in PTX makes you feel weird. Does Kevin's PTX percussion work feel weird to you too, knowing his solo work has so many more layers of his brilliance. ;)

[@PtxXtp]

He needs to get over the Avi bass line thing. If it wasn't for his time as a bass in ptx none of us would even know who Avi was. Sure Avi wanted to do different music but he also enjoyed his time with ptx all those years. And good point bringing up Kevin. He's the most musically gifted in the group and has even said beatboxing isn't his favorite form of music he does. So to keep himself fulfilled he does amazing KOvers and other projects. They've all done other projects to fulfill themselves aside of what they can and can't do in ptx.

[@carolhartman727]

Mitch never ceases to amaze me.

[@Bonofox1]

🌟Scott's falsettos tho!! He has such an amazing range. Kevin is a beatboxong BEAST!! uuugghh Avi! .... Honestly THEY PROVE how AMAZING they are LIVE. Avi was VERY HAPPY during PTX. He also had the opportunity to do side projects like everyone else did. What did him in was his mother's health and the PTX schedule. They DID have time off and some used this time for side projects i'm sure Avi was writing music. But he had family worries he might have been homesick a lot even though his sister Esther and new brother in law Darien were on tour with him. There is a LOT of backstage or off stage footage of Avi having so much fun. I miss Avi I wish he would have held on for at least 10 yrs (he would have had a lot of time with this pandemic pause). I LOVE him a LOT and support his Amazing music.

[@kayecastleman6353]

I so agree, but I think Avi hung on with PTX as long as he could. Any longer and he may have crashed worse than he did. That being said, I believe those years with PTX introduced Avi to a fun-loving, carefree side of himself that he may not have had the chance to experience otherwise. Inevitably, it was unsustainable, but those memories will always be part of him, and when life turns another page, as it always does, I think he will be able to connect more easily with the joy and abandon that live inside him. They are part of his poetry as much as his struggles.

[@Bonofox1]

@@kayecastleman6353 totally agree oh and I meant (wished Avi hung around for 10 yrs) but yes! No doubt PENTATONIX brought out the fun side of his personality through many memorable adventures. Still wondering/ hoping he will be at the Walk Of Fame presentation. (Which he should be) 🙏🙏

[@bonnieflynn4798]

Hi. So good to see you back again. I have a suggestion that I know you will love. “Papaoutai” a video with PTX and Lindsey Sterling It’s a great video,where they are all dolls for a lonely kid ❤️🔥. Avi makes a really stern looking Doll 😀

[@janetburrows137]

You need to watch them sing, The Carol of the Bells. Mitch hardly breaths. It’s a great song, but they just put there Christmas Dust on it and make perfect. 👌 ❤😊😂😂❤❤❤

[@janetburrows137]

Beautiful, they can’t put a foot wrong.❤❤❤❤❤

[@davidphillips4476]

Live...yep...madness!!! They just always look like they are having so much fun...I admire that!!!

[@marilynsmith365]

Love how you almost look bored cos your brain fell out!!!! Hilarious. 🤣😂🤣♥️

[@lexymich3647]

Loved this as usual. Needed to hype myself up for going to do errands bc I don't feel well today, so thank you for this!!! Love you!!

[@kayecastleman6353]

Avi gave so much to Pentatonix from the get-go, as of course, they all did. One thing Avi had was an already established fan base. Did you notice the signs in the audience at the Sing-Off? Lots of Pentatonix, and lots of Avi, but not one of any other single member that I remember. Plus his incredible contributions as bass, providing that solid foundation for so much of what the Trio sang. Once Kevin and Avi were added to the group, their sound upgraded by 1000%. I am a big fan of Pentatonix, and I appreciate that each member works hard and delivers their unique gift, and I champion their ongoing contribution to the music industry. I also think Avi was instrumental in their initial success and continued to be a force that helped keep the group excelling, providing a depth of knowledge of music theory, choral singing and classical arranging, to say nothing of that rich and soothing bass tone we waited expectantly for in every song, and which, despite his minimally superior range, Tim Foust cannot possibly duplicate. The Avi years with Pentatonix were a phenomenon, one that they have yet to replicate, even with additional years of practice and improved vocal skills in all members. I think it was one of those precious moments in time that arrives and then moves on, leaving us all a little breathless and richer for the experience, Avi included.

[@sannalopperi-vihinen233]

I agree the trio really needed Avi and Kevin for several different reasons. We are all lucky Ben Bram inroduced Avi and Scott.

[@bfly5990]

I have to disagree a bit. I love Avi But some of the new stuff from PTX is breathtaking to me. The Prayer and my heart with you Not to mention happy now and New rules x are you that somebody Are some of my favs ever

[@sannalopperi-vihinen233]

They still neede Avi when they started. Now they have Matt and have also grown a lot as musicians.

[@bfly5990]

@@sannalopperi-vihinen233 yes I agree

[@kayecastleman6353]

ccumulate

[@DonnaPoynton.]

Hi Nick hope you are well,another Mitch slap yay Thank you xx

[@nicom.6823]

This was a performance for radio station 3FM in the Netherlands. Next year they will come back to the Netherlands (Amsterdam). I will go there with my son. He's ordered tickets! Greetings from a happy mother and a fan of Pentatonix from the Netherlands

[@sannalopperi-vihinen233]

It must be such a relief to both the band and the fans when they finally get to Europe three years later than intended. Unfortunately, they aren’t coming to my country. :(

[@rlhcat7662]

The TV and radio performances which are professionally recorded are always great. They have sound checks and the people doing the recording know what they are doing. It's fun to see videos from concerts, but the sound can be distorted, especially the bass, and the person sometimes has a favorite singer, so that's mostly who you get to see. One of my favorite live performances is PTX doing Carol of the Bells on The Talk. It's a very difficult song, and the recording is perfection. Check it out this Christmas!

[@MandyEngbers]

Lol 😂 repeating the sound of the radio dj at the end. It’s a Dutch radio station. He said at the end: ‘Pentatonix, oh amazing!’ (Te gek = too crazy/wow)

[@janeramirez8767]

I love your reactions, SauceyDad! It's like Shawn Stockman said about PTX during the Sing-Off: "I'm tired of saying that you're good!" It's hard to find new ways to express what we feel when we listen to Pentatonix, but you keep doing it. Your body language does even more than your words. Strictly speaking, though--yes, I CAN tell, even with my eyes closed (who am I kidding? Who closes their eyes on PTX?) , that this is a live performance. You're right about the perfection level, especially heard in Mitch's rap; but there are signs. The most obvious? Scott is breathing in places where he didn't breathe in the studio version. And when Kevin beatboxes and whispers "one less problem" at the same time, he doesn't manage the "S" sound very well. That happens whenever they perform it live, but the "S" is very clear in the studio version. Besides, they (especially Scott) make a conscious effort to change things up a little, precisely BECAUSE they want us to know they're not faking it. Does that make the live performance any less wonderful? Of course not. On the contrary. I never heard this performance before and I loved every second of it.

[@lellyt2372]

I have to say, as a Pentaholic, I can't believe I haven't heard this 🤯 Also whoever balanced the mics at this Station did a phenomenal job 👏 🙌 👌

[@celiachristman104]

It's live. I've heard their recording of this probably 100 times, it isn't the same. Especially Scott's runs.

[@ThexImperfectionist]

I think he knows it's live. He was just saying that their live quality sounds just as good and polished as the studio version. That's how I interpreted his comments anyway

[@juliayoung537]

They're just that good ❤️👏

[@2nicnag2]

So many songs I didn’t like prior to pentatonix version I can’t stop listening to now!

[@debbycarter9627]

That was awesome!

[@sannalopperi-vihinen233]

Avi sounds amazing here and what he is doing is absolutely crucial to their sound even if he’s not singing the melody in most songs. I don’t agree that it sounds like the studio version. We can hear their breathing and the mic balance is different.

[@hernameispekka_Rebecca]

Yes! What Avi is doing is so impressive and crucial. I know Saucey doesn't intend to, but I don't like him minimizing the role of bass. Singing that role is freaking impressive and no less important than the lead. I would even go so far as to say that a lead is likely easier to replace than what Avi is doing in this,

[@megjones7860]

Hello Saucey Dad. Stellar live performance from PTX as always. Soctt slayed that, and Mitch - well --- Go Mitchy Mitchy Go --- talent that knows no bounds -- he transitions from rapping into singing seamlessly. BTW have you reacted to The Carol of The Bells - AKA - The When Does Mitch Breathe Song.

[@debbierhodes4479]

This live version is better than the recorded one to me. Nice reaction!

[@janettetippetts7942]

Hey Saucey, hope you have a better day so you can smile a bit. Take care of yourself and your family.

[@JemUzumik]

🤣🤣 Ohh man Saucey you're so funny.. yeah! MITCH has an extreme ability of breath control, Carol of Bells live BYU its an example 😏

[@janetburrows137]

Come on Lad. You love ❤️ this. I know you do. Especially as it’s live ❤❤❤❤❤

[@becca2383]

This just blows my mind every time!

[@janetburrows137]

Like someone said earlier. The Carol of the Bell. I don’t know how 🤷‍♀️ Mitch does it he got mega control of his breathing by circular breathing 😅 or that guy has gills.😂😂😂😂❤❤❤❤

[@neetgupta1]

Being this good live is just absolutely NUTS! Great reaction Saucey Dad! I'm seeing them live in the UK next May and I can't wait. I've been a fan for 11 years but never been able to see them live before.

[@judithL3100]

JEALOUS!

[@jennifert8108]

I've got tickets for both London shows. 😊

[@neetgupta1]

@@jennifert8108 - wow! I could only justify the cost of two tickets to one show, unfortunately. Can't wait though!

[@jcs1025]

I love how Scott seemed startled when the DJ mentioned Pentatonix. Kills me every time.

[@lellyt2372]

Havw you ever seen Scott do "I should tell ya mama on ya" ? Talk about control They are each magnificent unicorns who found each other and decided to show us mere mortals how woefully inadequate we are 🦄🦄🦄🦄🦄🦄 (6 obviously because Matt is also a magnificent unicorn)

[@susanbeckmolloy9536]

I've never seen that before, that was awesome! Mitch is a beast and Avi sounded unreal. I wish they showed more of Kirstie. Great request Jennifer Great reaction Thx Nick 😎

[@rue5193]

you really have to react to carol of the bells form their christmas under the stars special, its truly a 'mitch doesnt need to breathe at all' moment

[@marablemorgan8292]

There was a completely cohesively in sink empathy they had...

[@stephanie3230]

I love Avi's solo music as much as you but I still love hearing him in Pentatonix. Please react to Aberdeen and It Knows Me, along with the other Avi songs you haven't heard yet.

[@Anna-xx1lv]

My truth….Avi and Mitch are my favorite! ❤️❤️

[@lindasmith1370]

Life is funny. The only way anyone succeeds is as a team. Pentatonix was and still is a team. Everyone contributes and everyone grows. No one was held back by being in this group. And life changes. People move on.

[@2436golden]

I don't know why you feel that way about Avi. His time in Pentatonix was a necessary part of his Journey. As the saying goes ""Never forget the bridge that you crossed over on." People got to know him during his time with Pentatonix, and I am sure those fans are still a part of his fans today. It's all good.

[@B3thBakes]

Ooo going to find you on twitch now, y'all making me redownload it lol

[@df5199]

I like Mitch’s rap here better than in the official video. Recommend their cover of Seasons Of Love (televised version).

[@susanmetcalf8009]

A rapping Mitch, so cool.

[@heatherhuard]

There was an interview prior to this performance where Avi tries to teach the DJ's to do overtones pretty interesting you might want to check it out some time.

[@frozenmj9562]

If u haven’t reacted to Love Again plz do so now! It is SICK!!! And it’s original!

[@marablemorgan8292]

We miss him...

[@2nicnag2]

Why the difference in microphones? I know basically nothing but love listening to this group

[@janetburrows137]

😂😂😂😂

[@janetburrows137]

I love you Young Man 😮😅😮😅😂❤😂❤

[@annicajakobsson]

I keep hoping for new reactions to more of Avi’s solo music, so much you still haven’t heard! Or at least not reacted to.

[@stephanie3230]

I've commented about this too. Would love to see Aberdeen and It Knows Me for sure.

[@hawkeyescoffee6399]

This was in 2014, iirc. I love this version, sassy Mitch is always best Mitch. Scott showing off his impressive falsetto. Avi looked like he was having the time of his life so I don't think he regrets PTX. Kevin is a beast as usual. and of course Kirstie filling it all out thoroughly. They did a short interview section as part of their appearance on the 3FM show and Avi was trying to teach the host overtone singing. They performed a couple other songs that were also great (there were a couple of mic balance issues but over all they were fab). Highly recommend looking it up even just in you're own time. The Dutch parts of the introduction etc, not being translated for PTX was kinda rude though, IMO: there were moments they all look so confused because they don't know what is being said. The full thing is out there in YT land.

[@janetburrows137]

Now you know why there concerts are sold out. ❤❤❤

[@theresadeuschle8500]

Want to hear Scott do a live solo? kzbin.info/www/bejne/b3Skd2WGnJ52nck Mars, live choir version will blow your mind! BTW - Love, love, love your reactions!

[@ECM24]

I think some of you are misunderstanding his comments about Avi.

[@hernameispekka_Rebecca]

I think people are reacting as they are since he has expanded on these views in the past. If it was just this one off comment I could agree, but people are taking in to consideration other things he's said, likely.

[@patriciaferguson9204]

Was this from European tour 2013 or 2014? They are certainly pentababies.

[@janetburrows137]

Agh!!!! But have you PTX Live. They don’t sound any different really❤❤❤❤

[@sherry640]

Ok all you tech heads… This GMa thinks I have figured out Discord. What the heck is Twitch???

[@HelenWheelsUtah]

I never really figured out Discord so the thought of attempting Twitch makes me, well, twitchy.

[@hernameispekka_Rebecca]

@@HelenWheelsUtah Twitch is easier I think because it's just like watching a youtube video except it's live. And you can chat by the side with the person. Discord is more convoluded in my opinion since it has different threads and groupings to chat in. I

[@HelenWheelsUtah]

*sigh* So I downloaded Twitch and clicked on the Twitch link in the link tree. It opened up in Chrome. At the top of the screen it says "open in app" so I clicked on that. It brought me to a screen that asked me what I was looking for. I typed in Saucey. No results. I went back to Chrome and saw what I thought was his real name which is sauceydadd. I typed that in and still no results. I'm not sure what I'm doing wrong, but in a former life I was a software tester because software breaks around me. This seems to be no different. Help?

[@joannameyers8184]

There is more of the interview to that, before they sang

[@candybuford6099]

It’s “weird” hearing Avi doing the job he was hired to do? We get it, you love his solo stuff, but he wasn’t forced into signing on as PTX’s bass and when he wanted a change, he quit. Maybe it’s time to just enjoy both chapters in his music career and stop putting one down to elevate the other.

[@vidsorama2]

Well said.

[@janetburrows137]

Come on you whimp 😅😅😅😅. ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@debbiedyson638]

You should have let it player a little longer and heard Avi's low tone when he said good morning.

[@heidifruchtl354]

Need some crayons, Nick?

[@TitanSummers]

You forget Mitch has a 3rd lung.

[@janetburrows137]

🤷‍♀️

[@jeanneplace6871]

What is a 'hype man"?

[@sannalopperi-vihinen233]

I don’t know why I’m not able to link it, but I just found a video called Hype Man Tutorial. A short and not as funny answer: they supposrt the rapper with shouted interjectios.

[@renatathompson3530]

Saucy dad you can say whatever you want to on your own channel we all know you love Avi!!!!! I'm reading these comments and they seem very asinine to me. Avi doesn't need anyone to speak for him, he has already spoken and people need to respect his wishes and stop adding to his story. He can tell his own story! That also goes for all the other members of pentatonix. They don't need you to speak for them or argue for them or get into debates about them. They can and will speak for themselves. Just enjoy them and stop speculating. They already told you what has gone on if they want you to know more they will tell you. Just please stop! And if you have been following Avi, you know he is all about Peace & Love and respect for everyone.

[@rachellephipps1361]

Amen