REACTING TO Pentatonix - Bohemian Rhapsody

[@chocoholicallemand9096]

This is absolutely hands down the best cover I have ever heard of this song. Brian May linked this with the caption "enjoy". Boom that's when you know it's beyond good.

[@papatomthune4924]

The story goes; from the time PTX decided to do this, they waited about five years before they felt competent to acturally record it❗

[@emiliajojo5703]

Kirstin sounds so warm with her damdam...can't help falling in love.it's also such a respectful,caring cover

[@bonnieflynn4798]

They are special for sure. So many more to listen to. If you haven’t heard it yet. Listen to their version of “Say Something.” “ Kiera’s “Gold”. PTX gives a live masterclass in “Gold.”

[@karenogle5385]

Freddie would adore them. I was around for Queen back in the day. Pentatonix has out done themselves with this.

[@RainbowMaille]

certified Pentaholic here been a fan since their first Sing Off performance, everything they do they do amazingly

[@megmc5683]

I can watch PTX all the time, many times over and over, and I’m impressed every single time!

[@carrieerickson2139]

Thank you for how you described the group. My hope is that the more people see these reactions the more new fans will come over and head down the rabbit hole of Pentatonix. They deserve so much more radio play and recognition for what they do.

[@joosyjulie]

A bit of trivia. Queen and their video for Bohemian Rhapsody was the very first time a music video (not just a recording of them playing), was shown on the British 'Top of the Pop's' music show. Long before MTV. Queen were on tour and couldn't make the show, so they made a video.

[@sandyleewhite]

It amazes me, that I have to remind myself several times, that there are no instruments, that's how phenomenal they are!!! Great reaction, & definitely am going to look into the headphones!

[@jannorton5108]

Five years they perfected this before even attempting to cover such a colossal ballad. I'd say they perfected it alright!!

[@sonjarussell7332]

Yea! You got it unblocked! Great reaction.....soooooo much more to cover! I can hardly wait! Go ahead, curse away! When PTX first dropped this cover, Brian May posted it to his social media with the single word, “Enjoy”! Can’t get a better endorsement than that!

[@elizabethfelet4743]

You have reacted to most of the "big" ones, but here's a few to think about: Mad World, New Rules x Are You That Somebody (Dua Lipa/Aaliyah mashup), Butter x Dynamite, Can't Hold Us, Problem, Attention, My Heart (from their Evergreen album), Happy Now, Radioactive, Papaoutai, Never Gonna Cry Again (from their Lucky Ones album - no video, but it is well worth the reaction), Petals (again, no video), Sing, Love Again, Cracked, Light in the Hallway, Shallow, Havana. And, we won't be mad if you react to some amazing Christmas music - Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy (Grammy #2), God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen, Carol of the Bells (also know as "When does Mitch breathe"), Over the River ft. Lindsey Sterling. There's so much more, but this should give you a lot to work with.

[@jerolddavis]

Fabulous list! I just finally got to Papaoutai the other day! So cool!

[@dawnpatterson8708]

1st, I have seen video of this done live. Mitch uses the megaphone as a prop. He does the same thing with just a microphone. 2nd, Brian May of Queen has a link to this cover on his social media site. Pretty high praise.

[@acorrado5529]

Thanks for your reaction! This was a difficult video for them to do as the couch was moving and tipped over easily. You would enjoy the you tube video-- making of Bohemian Rhapsody.

[@heyandile]

This is not just a cover. It’s a brilliant reinterpretation of a classic which makes one listen with new ears.

[@theresarigio5627]

Loved your reaction!! 💕💕 Would love to hear you react to some of their originals. Never Gonna Cry Again, Happy Now, Love Again, Sing, Coffee in Bed. So many to choose from and all sooooo good!! Please keep doing their work!

[@xbubblehead]

Good to see another PTX reaction from you Adam. I also think they are in a league of their own because of the variety of genres that they tackle and the talent of each and every member. I can't say I have a favorite member or a favorite song of theirs, I just feel that each member is so special and so many of their songs are exceptional.

[@Wizzard3921]

Hi Adam, I'm a huge a cappella enthusiast. I must say I'm blown away that you haven't done any 'Home Free' reactions? PTX and Home Free are friends, They did "Ring of Fire" and Avi Kaplan stood in with them on that cover. I like your reactions so I'm subscribing in hopes of seeing you discover the very very deep rabbit hole of home Free? Great reactions, keep up the good work 👍👍👍👍👍

[@melissacoviello2886]

I LOVE your reactions! I will definitely look at your playlist. I agree with everything you said, they definitely are in their own league.

[@geraldgoyette2676]

That was absolutely FANTASTIC!!!!!!!!!👍👍👍👍GREAT reaction Adam!!!!!!!

[@jcs1025]

I’m sure they practiced it a thousand times and had a 100 outtakes, but i always find it amazing that the flashlight scene is one take.

[@Masq1980]

it took them like five years before they felt that they could do this song the justice it deserved!

[@schuhschrank947]

I would love to watch your reaction to their original Sing and to their upgrade of Can't Hold Us. ❤

[@rachelc.9570]

I love Sing!!! I start my morning off with it everyday!

[@RamenNoodle1985]

Can't hold us is one of my favorites!

[@leeerickson4574]

The whole review is captured in Adam's eye roll response to the first five notes. Says it all. What does the eye roll mean? "Ridiculously good!" "Of course!" "I should have known!" "Here they go again!" Something like that, I'm guessing. Amazing rendition and fun, fun reaction. Thanks Adam. I'm so glad you like them.

[@lindaosmon5224]

Thank you for an awesome reaction. Yes Pentatonix to me is in a league of their own.

[@emdet549]

Great reaction! I highly suggest checking out their video for “Evolution of Michael Jackson” - the official video is live, they’re just singing to the camera, it’s awesome and will show you what they can do live

[@jlelliotton]

Surprised you have not reacted to this classic before. This is really Mitch channeling Freddie Mercury (and guitar-Mitch is a highlight).

[@karenmcglone9096]

Their lives are so similar from struggles to off the charts talent. To think Freddie had a guitar, Mitch had a megaphone AS A prop, not using it to make that sound!!!

[@ruffboimags]

guitar-Mitch that only used the megaphone as a PROP and didn't need it to make his voice DO THAT!

[@tammielongino7485]

That is why they are the best a capella group in the world. 🎶🎙❤

[@margarethoward1752]

I don’t know what to say apart from your reaction. You said everything my heart was saying. Thank you. ❤️💕💗🥰

[@hurrigame]

I'm absolutely in love with everything they do. From their 90s medley to their Daft Punk mix, they impress me more and more every time! I highly recommend both of those videos on top of the ones others have mentioned.

[@AdamStraughan]

Thanks man, I have already reacted to their Daft Punk mix, let me know if you check that out! But thanks for the other suggestions!

[@michaelbritt3466]

I really enjoy your reactions. You are the only reactor I've seen who has acknowledged the fact that Kevin was the one singing harmony with Mitch at the end of Bobemien Rhapsody. He sings a lot of BV when he's not adding percussion. Once one is attuned to his softer tenor voice, one can pick him out when he's singing BV. I get a kick out of watching people looking shocked and excited during his occasional solos.

[@Sens1950]

I LOVED your reaction to this......PTX is simply amazing

[@ansellchezan5848]

Hi Adam, I think that this is amazing. The harmony, the timing. The arrangements. Brilliant. Thank you for shopping this, ANSELL xx xx

[@dejns6945]

3times academy award winners.😊

[@carrieerickson2139]

What's amazing is that you can watch live videos of them singing just in a staff room or hall where they haven't really prepared ahead of time and they just sing and it sounds just as on point other than production and sound quality because they are recorded on someone's cell phone. It's just amazing. But they honestly sound just as good live. Have you watched the live version of their Pop Spring Concert in Japan or their live version of Carol of the Bells on Christmas Under the Stars, or their live version of Aha in Japan. So amazing.

[@camillep3631]

and the StageIt live stream, from 6/28/2013 before they blew up, just doing these songs live, off the cuff, and doing them perfectly, including Evolution of Music...also the Q&A parts are hilarious, one hour of them being their goofy, insanely talented selves

[@davidphillips4476]

I'm just stunned....that with no instruments!!! Talent..ummm yeah!!!

[@RobertBrown-nn8uu]

Thanks so much for your reaction to this clasic! I am old enough to remember listening to this original from Queen and like you said, no group has done a better job of paying homage to Queen like PTX. Loved hearing a Brits reaction to this amazing performance!

[@ryanje8147]

Welcome back to Pentatonix. You have so many songs/videos to catch up on.

[@suzannehorne4115]

This was both eye and ear candy! They are just pure talent!

[@camillep3631]

Yes there are many excellent a cappella groups out there now... and then, there is Pentatonix

[@dougscott7290]

you have just scratched the surface of the PTX playlist. Imagine is a must. I think you would also really like 90's Dance medley as well as Daft Punk medley. That should get you started. Thanks for your honest and heartfelt reactions.

[@AdamStraughan]

Thank you! Although please do check out my Pentatonix playlist as I have already reacted to 2 of your suggestions and a fair few others!

[@schuhschrank947]

@@AdamStraughan I only found one of these three in your Pentatonix playlist. Daft Punk.

[@AdamStraughan]

@@schuhschrank947 Here is Imagine, which I reached to with my friend Mace kzbin.info/www/bejne/e3bGiJKnjN2MgLs

[@schuhschrank947]

@@AdamStraughan I know that, I watched it before. Why don't you add it to your Pentatonix playlist?

[@soleywolfgangsdottir]

@@AdamStraughan hey adam, what about another anna von hausswolff? they hoped for a name, or how many more of these or probably stranger live? and there is another norwegian lady waiting for you, her name is jenny hval and the song is year of love

[@carrieerickson2139]

This was such a great reaction. I couldn't stop watching your face! This group is so amazing. How they come up with their arrangements and ideas for videos. They are always so fantastic. And the attention to detail is impeccable.

[@vidsorama2]

That was awesome. They are amazing. Thank you for reacting to this beautiful Pentatonix video.

[@donnabanks7213]

without a doubt PTX IS AWESOME best Bohemian Rhapsody version. love Avi!

[@honeybun4817]

Loved the reaction. Would enjoy your reaction to The Prayer. Possible next Grammy.

[@AdamStraughan]

Thanks! Check out my Pentatonix playlist - I have reacted to The Prayer kzbin.info/www/bejne/lXjYY5ukbtyke7M

[@victoriaburch1367]

UNRIVALED TALENT! I agree.

[@RamenNoodle1985]

My favorite thing about this video is watching people react to Mitch doing the guitar part! And Omg you have to react to their cover of Imagine! It's insanely good!

[@AdamStraughan]

I already have 😁

[@RamenNoodle1985]

@@AdamStraughan yeah I just found your playlist! I'm loving it, especially cause you're doing a lot of songs no one else bothers with!

[@Fairplayer43]

Have i mentioned how much i enjoy your reactions? Oh... Yes I did. Your English accent oh.. my... melts me like butter. Your diction goes beyond many other channels. Your descriptions are rich and substantial. Oh well.. i am your fan. Thank you!

[@AdamStraughan]

Thanks so much!

[@taniareads8751]

I love them - I listen to their music all the time (including Christmas music - it's always Christmas when PTX are around! They have so much original content that is sadly overlooked as there are not always music videos - but you should have a listen even if you don't do a reaction to them. I really respect how they are careful in their arrangements and always pay homage to the original music and musicians.

[@beverlykrebs4372]

LOL!! It never gets old watching people see this for the first time!!! Glad I finally found ur channel!!!

[@jerolddavis]

I love being able to see the moment your brain gives up on figuring out the guitar solo! 😂 A moment we all know well, lmao.

[@jeankernodle2288]

He says," I'm going to have to cuss... holy shit! " 😂😂😂

[@rachelc.9570]

Their new song My Heart To Hold is beautiful. Makes me cry each time!! I stumbled across your channel today and was so happy to see you enjoy pentatonix as much as we do. There is a live version of Hallelujah that is amazing.

[@davidbangtson3109]

Thanks so much for getting back to PTX. It caused me to resubscribe. Loved the way you were so blown away by their incredible performance.

[@megjones7860]

Thank you for this reaction Adam. I knew that you would love this!!! I love your appreciation of Pentatonix! LOL...Your comment about Mitch "Taking five...he's done now....No he's not".... Mitch had just barely begun at that point!! Please do more PTX. If you like Queen then do the PTX cover of Somebody to Love which was featured on the Queen Singalong just last year: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mX6zZGmId5iIgLc Their album that came out in 2021 celebrating their 10th Anniversary has great originals like Happy Now, Be My Eyes (you did this one already), Coffee In Bed, The Lucky Ones (title track) and Anchor (no music video for this one). If you want more of the vocal acrobatics of Mitch then listen to 1) Aha (recorded version first) then Aha live in Singapore (I think you did this one but I don't see it now). 2) Can't Sleep Love (recorded version first) then the live from Popspring 2016. 3) Cover of Gold original version by the Kiara. To see PTX live mirroring their studio versions do the Hallelujah live version (you already did the studio version) and also Attention and Havana, studio version first then from the New York Times Experience which has a great interview with live performance of a few songs, also nice to hear them responding to questions: kzbin.info/www/bejne/h4CnqWxsZqh_m5o&feature=emb_logo Also do the Evolution of Michael Jackson, Beyonce, Rhiana and Ariana Grande. Just a note: The definition of A Capella is "without instrumental accompaniment" but Pentatonix has re-defined this - their voices are the instruments - we have all heard Kevin with a full drum set and clashing cymbals in the Prayer, Sound of Silence and so many other songs; Kirstie and Matt with the drone of bagpipes at the beginning of Amazing Grace; and here is Mitch with an electric guitar on his vocal cords. There are other songs where PTX has the sounds of a trumpet, fugle horn, piano keys, bells. I won't tell you which ones - just keep listening - I will keep watching your reactions. You said in one of your reactions that PTX were the masters of their game....you are so right. All five of them are superb talents, individually and collectively. How they only have three Grammy's is the greatest mystery.

[@mazcolyer1972]

So happy you are getting back on to pentatonix love your reactions to them thank you 🤗

[@AdamStraughan]

Thank you!

[@mazcolyer1972]

@@AdamStraughan your very welcome

[@edsartistry]

PTX is Epic, and this cover was really over the top. And I agree Mitch did a great job of the lead. I am convinced that Mitch is Freddie reincarnated. This song is proof of that . I really don't think any other group could do better, especially an a cappella group. Pentatonix is just so far ahead of everyone else.

[@susanscott5060]

Your next PTX reaction should be the Kiara cover of Gold. Avi is there also. It’s 5 people sitting around on a couch doing the most amazing arrangement of a song. It truly is an upgrade. You’ll want to watch it at least 5 times concentrating on each person’s part. It’s amazing.

[@dejns6945]

No instruments just voices!

[@bdbaggett1643]

Great reaction. Thanks for sharing. FYI, there is a behind the scenes video on YT on the making of this video you might enjoy.

[@tammyhill3798]

Every time I listen to this 🤯 thank you for this reaction.

[@justlinsu]

You're first Oh My God was when Avi dropped that beautiful bass note at the beginning and you grabbed your chest..... lol I did the same thing...

[@RommerskirchenFrank]

They are otherworldly 🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍

[@bingobillable]

I’ve been a subscriber since your first reaction to Angelina Jordan, and I find it hard to believe you waited this long to react to this amazing masterpiece of a cappella music.

[@AdamStraughan]

Haha thanks! KZbin blocks can hit hard

[@user-yn3pg7fp5y]

"...the incredible Pentatonix..." oh Yes!...oh Yes!!!

[@corelli2]

Always glad to see your reaction to this. It’s one of my absolute favorites and I’m sure Freddie Mercury would be proud of them paying such homage to Queen. When you get the opportunity, please listen to Take My Heart With You, from the Evergreen album and the live performance from 2021 Christmas Under the Stars concert. Not a barnburner but a heart stopper. I think you’ll love it.

[@Cat-fi4ie]

Great reaction!! Love this song. Wondering if you ever listened to the Band Home Free? They're also an amazing a capella group. 5 men They're a all vocal country band. Man of Constant Sorrow is a cover from the movie Brother where art thou, or their cover of When a Man Loves a Woman. Please give them a chance they will also put you in amazement.

[@verena5815]

I 'm the first one! Normally I don't comment, but I'll give you the credit now :) This is one of my favorites of PTX, and it is incredible, and I loved listen to your reaction. Their music gives me joy; they are so talented. I also like that you love listening to so many artists from Norway, since I'm a norwegian old girl (60+). It gives me new fresh look at them myself. I checked your playlist, and it seems you have not listened to PTX Imagine, which is so very beautiful. With Avi, too. And another I discovered myself today, is Mad world, with Matt. It's a rather dark song, but also very special. Thanks for your reactions.

[@AdamStraughan]

Hi there! Thank you! I really appreciate it! So I reacted to Imagine with my friend Mace! It’s here kzbin.info/www/bejne/e3bGiJKnjN2MgLs

[@verena5815]

@@AdamStraughan Thanks for the head's up! Lovely.

[@tommarr3884]

Adam, I've been waiting for you to review this one.WOW. I remember my first reaction and yours mirrored mine. What an absolute classic this is. I also have Edifier headphones and once I got them it was quite amazing how much the improved my enjoyment of music in general but especially PTX. Wonderful!!

[@df5199]

Recommend their Rather Be, Come Along, and Happy Now.

[@marablemorgan8292]

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

[@louellamoyer5578]

So happy to see you react again. Missed you. Love your reactions. Looking forward to more. Thanks.

[@vantreknerd]

Subbed for more PTX. I suggest Mad World, When the Party's Over, Radioactive, Gold, The wizard of AHHHS, Say Something, Shallow, New RulesxAre you the Somebody, La La Latch, Attention, My Heart with You, Run to You, Love Again, Somebody that I used to Know, Can't hold us, and all the Evolution Vids

[@Miobambino]

So glad you enjoyed this! Freddie would have been so proud of this cover. I love that Brian was happy with it and gave amazing compliments. I love PTX! Great reaction again. Much love from the north west 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿❣️

[@lexymich3647]

I am so glad you are reacting to them again. I would love to see what you think of new rules x are you that somebody. Matt and Kevin create Timbalands beats that he needed lots of equipment to do. I think you will be blown away. They for sure are in a league of their own!!

[@judydempsey3957]

Adam nice to see you reacting to this. By far the best cover of this ever…….Judy D

[@TheMarysilveus]

Your reaction!!! I love you. Do more there is so much more. Imagine..Mary did you know. Can you feel the love ....please do more

[@AdamStraughan]

I’ve reacted to all three of your suggestions already!

[@darrenhartshorn555]

I love watching you watching them!

[@Fairplayer43]

League of their own = Fact! Thank you for this wonderful reaction and review! Outstanding! Keep it up my friend! Cheers mate!!!

[@shayraby]

If you want some more Avi checkout his solo stuff! He's absolutely incredible. You have to listen to 'Change on the Rise' it's haunting and will later h onto you at a soul deep level

[@maureenthomas1705]

We call that when you get an ear full of Mitch, THE MITCH SLAPPED

[@saritaryan1827]

Since you like show tunes you need to check out The wizzard of ahhhhhs by todrick hall ft pentatonix!!!! But what a fantastic reaction to this song !!!!

[@jeankernodle2288]

Love your reaction so much! Brilliant! 👍

[@rachelc.9570]

Great reaction songs for Pentatonix: A Little Space Coffee in Bed Cheerleader Radioactive Sing Can't Hold Us Say something Starships Break my Heart When the Party's Over Dreams Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy Havana New Rules x Are You That Somebody Butter x Dynamite Shallow Come Along Rather Be

[@ethanchoo]

Glad this video got rescued from the blocked pile.

[@heatherhuard]

You need to check out Avi's solo work! Amazing two of his most popular Change on the Rise, and First Place I Go. One of my favorites is Song For The Seeker. And another that highlights his beautiful bass range is Black is the Color of my True Loves Hair with Peter Hollens. Pick anything there isn't a bad one in the batch. Look forward to seeing these.

[@Sens1950]

actually queen did ear this Brian May saw this video by PT and posted a link to it on his home page///he was quite impressed

[@debbievoss6389]

Brian may posted this on his Facebook and said only ‘enjoy’

[@begemotich]

Thank you!

[@catherineharger8069]

Unrivaled - well said.

[@tamarahornyak5744]

Outstanding

[@constancelessard2430]

Absolutely great reaction!

[@someonewhoknows1000]

@ Adam I just discovered you and subscribed. You deserve it bc you respond to your viewers which I appreciate. You probably know by now but the reason (perhaps in part) is that Scott, Kirstin, and Mitch attended high school in Austin TX and they were in theatrical classes together. So each performance is truly a work of art. Test it 😁 by watching without volume - bc you can see and FEEL it.

[@AdamStraughan]

Thank you!

[@someonewhoknows1000]

@@AdamStraughan Maybe you can and will, but I won't fault you if not 😁, but I have a request for a song, it's a not PTX. It's an original. I'm asking bc anyone who has had someone pass away, this song can bring uplifting comfort to their soul. My best friend who was my spouse passed away from cancer, but meanwhile my mother was 400 miles away and I never got to say goodbye bc she passed the same time. My dad just passed this Father's day, and I also never got to say goodbye. So this song has meaning, and I'm sure not just to me. The Artist's are twin sisters and they have a father who is also well known for music. The girl's name is 'Dani and Lizzy'. I'll leave the tag below bc I prefer 'this' earlier version to "Dancing in the Sky". kzbin.info/www/bejne/j3_SfX2va52Nmac&feature=share

[@sheilad5321]

They have a behind the scenes video which you may be interested in. kzbin.info/www/bejne/h2nYmH2kfqySgs0&ab_channel=PTXVlogs Apparently they waited five years to do this to make sure they got it right. And they sure got it right. thank you for doing this, looking forward to more Pentatonix.

[@soleywolfgangsdottir]

these shoes are damn huge to walk in, but here we go!

[@cathyboyce6457]

Love this! Thanks for your great reaction, Adam! Looking forward to many more!

[@susanalk9483]

I love your reactions!

[@stevenwaters3681]

Enjoy your reactions, just subbed. If you like Mitch led, you should listen to Gold (Kiara cover). Also, Aha! in Singapore at the Star Vista (Fan shot video).

[@AdamStraughan]

Thanks!

[@angelaprzybylski1425]

Yes Aha. Best live performace by Mitch and Avi too

[@mjbartholomew5317]

More Pentatonix please. How about reaction to an original of theirs, I suggest Happy Now.

[@ppzav]

great reaction Mr. Adam...as always....hugs!