REACTING TO AVI KAPLAN (FROM PENTATONIX) - CHANGE ON THE RISE

[@tracilmoser1677]

I agree that Avi's solo endeavor has not received the attention he deserves. Let's fix that. 🙂

[@K3mbusm]

His new album comes out in just a few weeks! You should check it out!

[@mdswish]

Avi has a made LOT of good music. Some of his best is "It Knows Me", "Otherside", "Chains", and "Aberdeen". Great reactions as always, ladies!

[@Kalisfusdi4653]

Don’t forget about“Full Moon”.

[@kmwwrench]

"We're singin' all day and you can't tame it." What a fabulous line. This is so powerful. That drum heartbeat under the vocals is so hypnotic. Absolutely gorgeous. Straight to my daily playlist. I didn't know, either.

[@thewrenchreviews9986]

Definitely see Avi's collaboration with Peter Hollens on Black is the color of my true love's hair.

[@uniquely_mo]

One of my favourites! I definitely second this!

[@mememonkey199]

That would be a great one to react to!

[@kmwwrench]

Absolutely fabulous. I want to create a loop so they will sing me to sleep every night.

[@charlottevan_8]

Avi has created his own rabbit hole since going solo. And he's amazing live, of course. I saw him 3 times back in 2019 (recorded all 3, up in a playlist on my YT channel), and he's said that "Change" is his favorite song to do live, because of how satisfying it is when the audience sings along all the way through. And yes, his huge talent was being wasted in PTX, and it had apparently come to the point that they didn't want to do any of his songs because they were "too emotional" and not "pop-py" enough for where they were heading. His songs are almost entirely original, he does all the vocals and effects (except for a bit of organ and tambourine in "Change") and he has a new album due out very soon. A song he wrote before leaving PTX that was released as Avriel & The Sequoias is "Quarter Past Four", a favorite of his devoted fans as it speaks to anxiety and depression, and moving past it. Many of his songs do reference such inner struggles. "I'll Get By" is one of those. But whatever Avi music you choose, you simply can't go wrong. Here's an album promo trailer that his label put out for his "I'll Get By" EP last year. It will tell you what he'd been doing after leaving PTX. kzbin.info/www/bejne/bJTLiGiAbdaKbZY

[@charlottevan_8]

BTW, the interior shots in the video were done in his cabin in the woods near Nashville, and the exterior shots nearby.

[@charlottevan_8]

One more thing. Since I told you how the audience sings along, here's the link to his performance of "Change" at his July 12, 2019 show in San Francisco, my hometown. My people get into it big time. kzbin.info/www/bejne/o4fRi4uQjracm5Y

[@justlinsu]

As always Charlotte you are a wealth of knowledge on Avi. Loved the girls reactions to this I think they were caught out having an Avi experience lol....

[@AngelaCharsha]

Hi Charlotte! I knew you would school then on all things Avi! They will come to live him as we do. #AviEqualsGreatness

[@juneking4512]

You girls are great!!! I love Avi's voice too! And I thoroughly enjoyed your reactions to his voice! I love seeing people just being who they are! The two of you are delightful!

[@milomurphy9178]

There is a reason Pentatonix has not been nominated for a Grammy since Avi left. He was the soul of the group.

[@charlottevan_8]

Also, rumor has it that, when Avi announced his departure, the rest of them figured it would be fairly easy to find another bass to replace him. They obviously hadn't stopped to consider exactly what it was Avi had given to the group, not just vocally, but also in composing and arranging. You can hear it in the intricacies and nuances of his performances with PTX and in his own original work.

[@nikkibanning176]

Love it. He has said he also did All the background vocals as well. Magical 💝

[@shaeambler9866]

I could listen to Avi Kaplan All day , all night hes the most amazing talent . Great reaction girls. Much Love

[@vishaldevani4760]

Avi has a lot of really good stuff tbh! Field and Pier, Quarter Past Four, his cover of Hey Ya, all bangers from Avi

[@SilviF..]

Thank you for the reaction to this wonderful unique singer. For me he is the best of the best.I love music and great singers, but when I first heard Avi I cried over and over again because his voice and his whole being touched me deeply. The first song was "Full moon" and since then I've been scouring the internet for all of Avi Kaplan's performances. This singer is truly blessed, sent to us from above.❤🙏

[@Debs_Badger]

Avi is just SO good! My favorite of his right now is "I'll Get By." 💕

[@melaninikolova8495]

AVI Kaplan's and Peter Hollens "black is the colour of my true love's Hair" TRUST ME

[@dangdang4334]

Even the ultra low, organ sounding notes in the background were his voice

[@floreamihai3852]

Aberdeen and otherside are amazing songs (very calming). Also his colab with Pete hollens on black is the color of my true love's hair will give you chills for 5 straight minutes. Love your channel you are always entertaining and fun after a long day! Have nice day ❤️!

[@davidphillips4476]

That low boom is Avi too!!! I Love, love, love when at 6:40 in this the bass hits and lightning lights up all the people behind him...whoaaaa...I can see this on like Vikings, or GOT..Intense..I'm ready for the fight!! Chills. Lovely reaction u2!

[@charlottevan_8]

"Change" was used at the end of one of the episodes of "Resident Alien" and during one of the NASCAR races.

[@davidphillips4476]

@@charlottevan_8 Nice!!! thanks for letting me know!!!!

[@larrywt656]

Congratulations...you finally just met the REAL Avi Kaplan! Avi's solo career is MAGNIFICENT. VERY introspective and soul-cleansing. You owe it to yourself to check out more of his stuff. You won't be disappointed in anything you listen to or watch. Avi's music speaks to me on a very personal level, and I'm finding a LOT of others who feel the same way.

[@monolit73]

This angel is one of the best singers on our planet. Reactionaries, who have already made almost 7 thousand reactions (check my playlist) call her the queen of goosebumps! I invite you to discover this wonderful talented young singer. Please make reaction to Diana Ankudinova - (rarest contralto with polyphonic overtones) I was stunned to find that the first performance (Show "You are Super") I heard was when she was 14!!!! She's now 18 and still developing. She sings in Russian, French, English, Spain and Arabic. The covers she performed on that show are very popular on KZbin. Many KZbinrs publish reactions on these performances, which include the ethnic song "River" (in a new musical arrangement), "Blizzard", "Wicked Game", "Human", "Derniere Danse", "Take On Me" and others. Please react to one of Diana's songs and I promise she will surprise you.

[@sergeykot8753]

Diana Ankudinova 😊👍👍🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥💥💥💥🎉💫💯

[@cassiemichael7414]

I think if anyone sings this song at one of those Got Talent shows or The Voice, they're going to WIN.

[@MrTwistedFrenzy]

Tim: "Howdy partner" Geoff:"Hey there darlin' " Avi: "COME FORTH MY CHILD!"

[@Spectralyzed]

This- How did you nail it so well with three phases?

[@MrTwistedFrenzy]

@@Spectralyzed Simple really, I saw the exact same comment posted on another video and I thought to myself "Thats good, I'm gonna use that one day". That day finally came XD

[@AngelaCharsha]

Priceless!

[@girlonfireproductions]

Yes! Love this too because there’s a place for all of them 🤘

[@rlhcat7662]

@@MrTwistedFrenzy Thank you for sharing the comment, and for the honesty!

[@bryanpscolka7423]

It's just an AWESOME song. Love this one!!!! Love the beat and the way he sings it.

[@K3mbusm]

Avi is an experience! Thanks so much for sharing your reaction & God bless!

[@uniquely_mo]

Omg, I loved this so much. You ladies are hilarious! Avi has most definitely entered the room! XD Subbing for more x

[@pamscarr8696]

One can never get enough Avi.

[@charlottevan_8]

And we're eagerly awaiting the release of his new album. Undoubtedly, as always, each song will be a masterpiece, and his perfectionism will pay off in a big way for all of us.

[@AngelaCharsha]

There is no such thing as too much Avi ❤

[@revkaelenelord]

Avi really does justice to the story about the Underground Railroad here. It has that touch of an old time black spiritual song. It was a great song for him to do, and HE REALLY SELLS IT HERE!

[@helgatornkvizt5412]

I have a serious voice crush on Avi. His voice is so deep, but at the same time smooth and full.

[@RosheenQuynh]

I have a full on crush and my voice crush ignited it 🤣

[@cliffbrown1644]

MORE AVI PLEASE!!! ❤️

[@debbierhodes4479]

Y:all are right about his vocal talent. I love his deep, rich voice. And yes, Avi is very sexy!😊

[@mariawilliams4941]

I feel Avi has been underrated in his solo career so far, a lot of reactors who loved in PTX don’t seem to be reacting to him, in fairness that’s changing. So fingers crossed I enjoyed your reactions so have subscribed hope to see more Avi 💜

[@rachellephipps1361]

Agreed

[@gailseatonhumbert9199]

Hi. Avi had quite a music background before he got to Pentatonix including classical and opera. Regarding "soul" he was in a jazz group among other singing groups and won a bunch of competitions and awards which is how Scott knew of him to ask him if he wanted to do the Sing-Off with them. You can catch him performing "Summertime" in several different appearances apart from PTX. In his new performances he does primarily all original music but he does 2 covers "Lean On Me" and "House of the Rising Son". I think you would really like his original "Aberdeen". This song is theme music for podcasts Relative Unknown and was recently featured in Resident Alien on SYFY.

[@MichaelSimmons.]

Otherside, is another great song by Avi. It shows off his softer side. Very pretty song, with great visuals. Great reaction, ladies.

[@daviddavison6391]

I found y'all 4 days ago and I can't stop. You are an amazing reaction channel and make life seem so happy and free!!! Thanks for the energy!!!

[@stephanginther9051]

You might want to look up two songs that Avi did while still with Pentatonix that are two of my favorites. 'Standing By' and 'Light In The Hallway'.

[@gingerjohnson1095]

Scott wrote Light In The Hallway with Avi's voice in mind. Also checkout Run To You which Avi wrote.

[@gailseatonhumbert9199]

@@gingerjohnson1095 yes Scott wrote Light in the Hallway but Avi always performed it. I think he just wants her to hear him sing it.

[@charlottevan_8]

@@gailseatonhumbert9199 Right about "Light". It's rather ironic, however, that Scott wanted Avi to sing it because he was so perfect for emotional songs, but then turned around and criticized him for being too sensitive and introverted.

[@kathyfolkerts8639]

If you haven't heard Avi solo before, your jaw will drop to the floor the first time you do. Guaranteed.

[@Gavimaster]

Pls react with Sarah to Geoff Castellucci's Vocal Range! (Marcelo Bass's video)

[@lauraeditor]

Like you both, I love a good bass! And Avi's tone/timbre is my favorite. Please do react to more of his solo work, it's amazing! (I can make some suggestions if you want!). Great reaction, as always!

[@MelaniePoparad]

I heard that PTX felt uncomfortable performing songs he wrote because they were so so personal and they felt like that was something they couldn’t do justice. Great reaction. This was literally exactly mine as well. He’s got that sexy soul going on.

[@charlottevan_8]

I don't know that they felt they "couldn't do justice" to Avi's songs. His were indeed personal, but also more serious than they wanted to do. Look at the commercial, more pop-py direction they've gone in. A simple comparison is to watch and listen to the songs PTX and Avi released on the vey same day back in March 2019 - "Come Along" for them, and "Change on the Rise" for him. 180 degrees.

[@IdahoJoshua89]

More Avi!! It knows me-Alt Version!

[@angelamason9840]

Thank you ladies! Chris Rupp (Home Free founder) Amazing Grace is beautiful. Home Free Sunday Best is adorable family fun! Home Free Born in the USA. Stellar vocals by Chance, beatboxer Adam did a phenomenal arrangement. Adam also arranged Do You Hear What I Hear, btw! 😁

[@AkinyiMarie]

I am so glad that I saw this reaction. I too love this song of Avi's.

[@tracyz9155]

Glad you guys finally got to this. It’s so interesting. Thanks for your reaction

[@williamroop451]

Kazandra: "Without further ado - I'm ready for some Avi" Avi: "MMMmmm Mmm mmm MMMMMM...." "Without the light" Riiight!

[@hopez.9296]

"Full Moon" PLEASE!!!! It's absolutely beautiful, I get chills from it everytime I hear it

[@georgeringley2667]

I really enjoyed the video. His intensity is awesome. And you 2? You never fail to make me smile.

[@vonluigiespartero8117]

If you wanna react to more of Avi, and I don't know if you've already seen this, check out Avi Kaplan's "Summit". Lots of low notes there ❤️ Also, I just came across an old Voiceplay video. I don't know if you guys have seen it yet. It's called "Grim Grinning Ghosts".

[@brianjay9811]

Avi is the man! I believe him to be the best male recording artist in modern times...

[@charlottevan_8]

Avi has been using his full vocal range in his solo work. but if you want to hear some of his lower pieces, my first recommendation is his original, "Chains". While I really love the studio version on the EP for its depth of production, this live KZbin Space mini concert from 2020 is a close second. kzbin.info/www/bejne/lXzMYYqbiLerrKc

[@charlottevan_8]

I just have to provide the link to the studio version, for its dramatic use of the bass drum and the layering of Avi's vocals. It maintains a lower register overall, compared to the live version. It's definitely my favorite "Chains". kzbin.info/www/bejne/goW4ZGOJmbOCjrM

[@heatherhuard]

Great reaction! Reminds me of my first time seeing this! New Subscriber hoping for lots more Avi.

[@lindabergstrom6650]

Gotta warn a girl! Dang! My fave is the studio version of Full Moon, but it isn't a video. Just listen to it. You can thank me later😁

[@seanlohr7366]

You all need your security blanket that you use for Freaky Fridays when you listen to Avi and Geoff to help with those chills. Awesome video! Keep them coming. :O)

[@embran8486]

No problem joining a commune if Avi our Guru!

[@cathyboyce6457]

Thanks Ladies, this is one of my favorite songs!!!

[@jeramiahcox6976]

I got one word to describe these ladies about half way in. "THIRSTY". Can't argue with you ladies. If I was a woman, this voice would do that to me too. As a man, I just wanna conquer something!

[@kalancosta7650]

You’re reactions are so hilarious and awesome! Subscribed

[@TonyBrown-lf5nj]

Goose bumps means God's near ladies . Truth spoken within this song .

[@brianchristenson6579]

Avi's voice is like butter melting over corn on the cob.

[@Cabooseq117]

I recommend Avriel and the Sequoias doing Hey Ya. That was Avi's folk group he started

[@gingerjohnson1095]

The Sequoias in the title refers to the trees he grew up wandering around in, not the group....basically Avriel and the trees...not a group name.

[@charlottevan_8]

@@gingerjohnson1095 Right. Only 2 songs on that EP had his 3 friends Marissa, Frank and Noah backing him. The rest were him alone. Oh, and Kevin doing the cello part in "Fields & Pier", where he had to tune his cello down to match Avi's super lows.

[@thomashixson8572]

Random thought avi could be Keanu Reaves body double and his voice is magic

[@gailseatonhumbert9199]

Interesting idea. The 2 of them have similar personalities as well.

[@alallbright377]

Recommendation for next Otherside by Avi basically the sequel to this song! U Will LOVE ❣👍

[@a13xxgrey12]

Hello, thank you for the video. I would like to see your reaction to the performances of Diana Ankudinova. This is a young singer, she has covers of famous songs, as well as her own songs.

[@qmwnebrbtv7686]

I cant wait for you to see the rest of his songs😁😁😁

[@erictheirishbass6704]

Id like to reccomend Chris Rupps version of Amazing Grace, Chris was the founder and former baritone member of Home Free. He shows his ENTIRE RANGE (mostly) in it and its incredible

[@SlapshotGritty2814]

I second that reaction ! I was FLOORED the first time I heard that. I was like “holy s***,, i had no idea Chris could go that low” 😅😅

[@JaviaMusic]

I third this that video is insane and theirs no reaction videos to it

[@SlapshotGritty2814]

@@JaviaMusic yeah,, i hope some of my primary reactors that i watch start reacting to it soon because it’s too good not to.

[@TonyBrown-lf5nj]

Avi is a worshipper .sings from his own spirit .true child of God , im also a watchman and worshiper of God . For i met Him by breaking a perfectly sound Ford F150 into two halves I met the God that mankind no longer preaches on or teaches on Empowered from on High . Gods speaking in now time mankind has now entered into their final seasons upon this earth. Awesome reviewers. Priceless.

[@kieranwithers19]

Love the video I’m on catch up on your vids been on deployment just got back I’m looking forward to binge watch 👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻

[@Izabella907]

I love Avi's voice and love his move into this soulful, folk style of music. It fits him much better than the light pop and Christmas music of PTX. Have you reacted to the all-women a cappella group Citizen Queen? Avi and Scott (from PTX) got them together, and they opened for PTX before Covid. Please react to their "No Tears Left to Cry."

[@gailseatonhumbert9199]

That all started with Avi's A Cappella Academy (ACA) he with Ben Bram (PTX arranger) and Rob Dietz founded it in 2014 and they teach every summer 12-18 year olds. Scott and Ben started that group with Avi's A Cappella Academy students also Acapop Kids.

[@Izabella907]

@@gailseatonhumbert9199 Yes, Ben Bram. That's who I was thinking of, but I couldn't remember his name. Thanks

[@stormdancer0]

Very country-sounding. I like it. His voice is very smooth. Beautiful

[@Darkvoid_318]

I recommend Kvitravn by Wardruna, the voices are awesome and the melody and beat are simply hypnotic (the video's visually stunning as well)

[@leoh1191]

Fyi...all the vocal in the song are avi's..he sings all the parts and they are looped in

[@Viconius]

Aberdeen. You've been notified. 😁

[@barbarakennedy2667]

Remember that Avi learned a bit of beatboxing during his time with Kevin Olusola.

[@noerdfarbrorn]

You ladies are awesome, subscribe is clicked

[@phoenix0134]

Ladies you have to listen to Avi’s “Otherside” it is hauntingly beautiful.

[@melaninikolova8495]

Also "sweet Adeline" by AVI is such a good song. Totally different side of the scale compared to this one. But it's beautiful

[@mariawilliams4941]

I really like this song I try to join in but to no avail

[@ArleneAdkinsZell]

Great reaction ladies!

[@jacobhaney9689]

Yall are looking extra beautiful today

[@garounation01]

love you all! and Avi is the best!

[@GoldGirlnfla]

Love your reactions. Like me, you looked/sounded like you had an AVIGASM.

[@rxgirl9609]

I like his Ain't no sunshine and House of the Rising Sun too.😊

[@marpheus1]

I was the 404th like, seems fitting since you guys stopped working while watching this hahaha

[@blairkimberlin3447]

this is my goto night driving song. tops and doors off my jeep, sky full of stars and this,, not much better!

[@wolfe6220]

This song makes me want to go to film school and make an epic movie involving Vikings and pirates just so I can use this song in the soundtrack.

[@Catitamaia95]

Dear Kaz i love you and Sarah, you're content is so amaazing. Please react to more Avi he's music will lift your soul. Love you

[@kennygrove6615]

Loved the reaction

[@larrymcauley3152]

All the voices are Avi.

[@paulraymond959]

I like your reaction the both of you are great

[@pisces0384]

Loved your reaction! Please react to more of his solo stuff, he’s a fantastic artist.

[@sherriejenkins6737]

Are your ovaries awake now ladies? The video, the lyrics, and his look remind us of what our hind brains tell us a man is supposed to be! Love it!

[@matt_balomenos]

You gotta react to Aberdeen alt version next. It's a must watch for sure.

[@emperorconstantine1.361]

Now I want to play VERMINTIDE 2 as the Warrior Priest class! FOR SIGMAR!!!

[@brianchristenson6579]

Yes....not first! Woohoo!

[@terrynasonisasupervillain9017]

Hi everyone

[@glynnburchett5554]

His voice is in the subwoofer range, normal speakers only get the top half of his voice, play this song on a good system with sub

[@SBQDawn]

LOL "I think we're prepared" me: Nope not even remotely also me: they are going to malfunction - Giggling with Joy

[@christinestromberg4057]

Brilliant.

[@kathyholmes8881]

This made me think of the viking getting ready for battle. Made me want to go hunting or something.

[@kauerenandasilva3874]

Mermão que voz de trovão rapaz 😂😂 kkk imagina se tivesse cantando em voz de peito kkkkk😂

[@Spectralyzed]

3:00 "Aviously"... Was that an intentional pun, or am I hearing things? Because regardless, this is my favorite pun now...

[@neichuliesanchu5885]

Really love ur guys reactions 😁especially on the low notes.... Please react to home free Dreamer ❤its a really amazing song 😊

[@roselynperrucci7771]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂Awesome Avi

[@falseparadox3838]

Fun fact, Tomi P and his brother did a cover of this, combined with Misty Mountains Cold