Reaction to Avi Kaplan - Change on the Rise - Metal Guy Reacts

[@charlottevan_8]

There are some who aren't aware that this song was released on the same day that PTX released "Come Along". I've always felt that that was an interesting move, as it really shows the contrast between what Avi would have been expected to do had he stayed and what he was able to do by being his own creative self. The contrast, both in music and visuals, is stark.

[@susanhorn4325]

I totally agree with your observations.

[@debhouckscraftycottage]

I agree with what Charlotte said. :)

[@r0kus]

Good observation. I've felt that with Pentatonix strong pop focus in the past couple years, Matt only occasionally gets a chance to shine. Matt is a great singer, but a number of their recent songs seem to cast him as an extra.

[@stephanie3230]

I didn't know this, excellent point!!!

[@robertfisher3307]

Cements the thought I've had for years - Avi was what made PTX great. Once I learned he did a lot of the arrangement and when he started branching out from just the bass guy, you could see his talent level was head and shoulders above the rest

[@taniareads8751]

Avi - just gorgeous sound, his voice is velvet, warm, dark, velvet.

[@elenahume8295]

AVIII IS AMAZING

[@Raeperk57]

When he was with Pentatonix, I was always drawn to his deep, rich, warm voice even as most everyone else was wowed by Mitch's amazing voice.

[@K3mbusm]

It doesn't get any better than this! Avi is so much more than just a voice. Avi is a complete musical experience! I'm looking forward to purchasing his new album that comes out in a couple weeks!

[@Diane_Phoenix]

Avi is a warrior heading into battle.He is changing himself, following his heart. Prayer for the Thankful is his last single and breathtakingly beautiful

[@matthewpattison8611]

Including Hey Ya kzbin.info/www/bejne/rZmlgnahnauqj8k

[@christinakyleloves]

LOVE THIS ONE FROM AVI!! ALL OF HIS LAYERED BACKGROUND VOCALS ARE RIDICULOUS!!!

[@justlinsu]

This was Avi's battle song. Avi said all sounds are him except for the use of an old organ which sounds a little like a choir...and of course the clapping. That gorgeous booming bass sound is all him...listen to when he sings the words 'We're going strong" the bass just hits you in the chest. Love your reaction to this.....another suggestion is Aberdeen with gorgeous cinematography.

[@writerinprogress]

I'm so glad you've discovered the magic of Solo Avi! This is who he really is - who he always really was, while trying to fit in with the Pentatonix vibe when he was in the group. This song apparently was written as he was battling with depression from the legal/copyright battles he was having with the Pentatonix management after leaving (he had a hand in writing some of their original songs.)

[@catiemuller1655]

Black is the Color of My True Love's Hair - Peter Hollens and Avi = Perfection! I actually get teary eyed.

[@bradclifton5248]

Back story was that Avi was in a bad space when he left Ptx, amacably, and this was his starting to rebuild song.

[@brendagrothier967]

I LOVE Avi's solo performances.

[@domagojbatinic1526]

this Avi's song was in episode 3 season 1 of "Resident Alien" , and his song "Chains" was in The Blacklist season 8 episode 11

[@kmwwrench]

This is so fabulous. "We're singin' all day and you can't tame it" has to be one of the best lyrics ever. That drumming heartbeat speaks to my percussion-obsessed brain. And, of course, the amazing voice. Yum.

[@cathyboyce6457]

This was the song that led me to discovering Avi's solo work ~~ I was { and still remain} amazed by his pure talent!

[@chrismorin1318]

This has such a tribal, feudal, primal feel to it! Like matching into battle or into a new chapter in life where the outcome is hopeful yet uncertain. I've listened to this more times than I can count and it always fills me with a positive energy! Great reaction! ❤

[@bsmith5970]

When I hear the music Avi writes and sings I realize how he must have felt stifled with PTX and the parts he had. He's free now and that beautiful voice is there made for his spiritual music. Check out Aberdeen.

[@sorroww0lf179]

I really love his Fields and Pier, track. The layering of his voice is breathtaking, imo. It's more of a, "folk," song, feeling. I can easily picture Avi, on a 60's commune, sharing the music of his soul.😎 Love the reactions, keep up the great work!!!

[@mdswish]

Glad you're getting to know Avi in his solo journey. You should really check out his track "It Knows Me". Pay close attention to the lyrics. It's really powerful and I'm sure you'll love it. Great reaction as always!

[@michelle32855]

Seriously, can't go wrong with Avi. It's all good, from toe tapping to soul searching. I'd also recommend Unleash the Archers; a Canadian metal band. I'm not a metalhead but love this group! Awakening (full band play through) is a great place to start. Keep up the great reactions...really enjoying them!

[@MetalGuyReacts]

Thank you so much Michelle! Unleash the Archers sounds familiar. I’ll have to check them out 😊🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@emdet2234]

I’d love to see you react to “Full Moon” - its beautiful, the layering is incredible

[@janispriest3067]

Avi doing his Song for the Thankful is awesome

[@Blue-rl5dp]

"It Knows Me". You need to hear that one. A lot of Avi's solo stuff is a bit flower child kind of stuff but he can still blow you away.

[@EpicMinerNK]

I feel like with a lot of his solo work, each song can be interpreted 1000 different ways, but everyone has some sort of personal connection to the message that they take away, whether it’s from the lyrics, video, or anything else.

[@wandajaneburlinson5288]

The strength and passion in his voice could move mountains, one feels!

[@caitlinseaton7546]

“It Knows Me “ is another great Avi original!

[@MelaniePoparad]

I have always viewed this song as a f*** up to depression. Maybe that’s just because of my personal experiences. But it feels like an anthem that will encourage someone to say “i’m not going to let this depression control me anymore”. At least that’s how i view it.

[@purplesky001]

That's basically exactly what it means

[@marshayoung9387]

Avi suffers from depression. He wrote a song ( First Place I Go ) about his battle with depression. It is beautiful. Avi is very spiritual & his voice & music reflects on it.

[@jelinenanashi9466]

I can't wait for you to get to Full Moon! The layering in the studio version hits different than his live performance. I recommended it before but I have to recommend it again! Some other favorites of mine are Quarter Past Four, Lean On Me, Hey Ya!, Born in California, and Chains. Honestly just like PTX you really can't go wrong with Avi!

[@hello_lydie]

I love PTX, but I love Avi too. I feel his voice rumble in my insides when he sings. Masterful 🤍

[@nikkibanning176]

New subscriber because of this. Avi's tone to me is the best there is. He did all the background vocals in this as well. He has a new song out that gave me chills in the first two lines. It's called First Place I Go. Hope you'll react to it as well.

[@azekel7687]

Avi's voice is like a Lasso around your neck pulling you towards him, and no matter how much you try to, you just can't seem to get away, but who'll want to get away from that voice anyways? One thing I got from this song is a Revolution. As if something big is about happen.

[@trudiegentry-pears6810]

Absolutely mesmerizing! The depth in his voice just touches your soul!

[@MetalGuyReacts]

Hi Trudie! I totally agree! His voice is like a golden winged ship, sailing on a sea of velvet.

[@trudiegentry-pears6810]

@@MetalGuyReacts agree!! I love watching your reactions and the insight you have is staggering! Love it, thank you!

[@evasecchi88]

Oooh yeah!!! I love this song! So glad there's more from Avi! Looking forward to the premiere! I love it! 😁

[@MetalGuyReacts]

Thanks for watching Eva! I can’t wait to listen to more of his stuff.

[@evasecchi88]

@@MetalGuyReacts We are a few who will be waiting for more! 😁

[@meghanmacqueen5157]

So glad you're reacting to this! I just heard it for the first time a few months ago, and it's awesome.

[@Bork98]

Avi was what made Pentatonix special. I really don't care for Pentatonix since he left.

[@mjgobet5601]

I'm so glad you use descriptive words to show how much you SEE in the videos. I know that Avi, as a creative, has a wonderful way to involve all senses. visual, audio, emotional. Keep up the good work.

[@MetalGuyReacts]

Thank you so much MJ. I’m so excited to react to more of his stuff!

[@BrandeeM]

The whole Floating on a Dream album is phenomenal

[@robertfisher3307]

This song hit me so hard the first time I heard it, I wrote an entire D&D story arc centered around the visuals it brought to my head.

[@ravenstarwitt8096]

Very Strong, very deep, and such strong emotion! I could and have listened to this song a lot.

[@akita21154]

Love this song. Avi Kaplam's is great. Enjoy this performance!! Good stuff, keep it real. Akita, 🇺🇸 lady

[@pisces0384]

It might be fun to compare some songs in their original style vs the alt versions in a back to back reaction (some are audio only). Chains, Aberdeen, It Knows Me. The lyrics take on a different meaning. Love you reactions. Keep up the great work!

[@thesweetone8968]

Love this reaction. Great observations. Try It Knows Me. It is beautifully written and an original. Also hes done a cover of Lean on Me which is great.

[@katiemcteague]

I am waiting to hear this on a movie soundtrack. Perfect for a battle scene or of a crowd marching to support a cause. Powerful.

[@YAYAYASHA]

The mountain king calls for us! I’m kidding but I was so proud of him and his album. Love Avi

[@kimsowles4044]

Every Avi so g us an experience ❤ He speaks to your soul.....

[@louellamoyer5578]

Avi does all the layering and is his voice for background. I think Keven had something to do with teaching him to layer. Avi started writing this song in school, but he felt it was unfinished. PTX said they would like him to sing it while he was still in the group. But again he felt it was unfinished. He tweeked it here and there...I love the patience bc it is Awesome!

[@southernenigma3427]

This song gives off a very strong Viking vibe. I love it! He's extremely talented and people can really hear that, now that his vocals are not being drowned out by 4 other voices.

[@MetalGuyReacts]

I agree! Heavy Viking vibes. My family is very Nordic so maybe that’s why it resonates so much with me. Such a great song!

[@dawnemami3089]

I love to put this on repeat and turn the sound up. … so I can Feel the bass tones in the background…. It is so beautiful 🤩

[@tracyz9155]

Thanks for your reaction. I enjoyed the live chat

[@Bine80]

Can't wait to watch this. I already liked it because I'm sure I will love it. 😊 I haven't posted a video on YT in ages but I'm thinking about posting a video of all of Avi's tiktok/youtube/FB/Twitter snippets because they all are amazing but too short to react to. So if I do I would love to see you react to it because he's even better singing live. 😍

[@amberburris5674]

I listen to this every night on my walk.... I think you will love it!

[@chillneophite8863]

Avi takes you to church with everything he does, metaphorically obviously. He just wraps you up in his silky voice and makes you feel his music.

[@mariawilliams4941]

There’s a live version of change on the rise it’s front row live in New York Avi is really enjoying it

[@walkofnails2923]

It really feels like this should be on a soundtrack for Yellowstone or 1883 or a Sons of Anarchy type show. Gorgeous vocals

[@revkaelenelord]

I wonder how many know that this song is about the Underground Railroad. Avi does this like no one else could with a touch of black spiritual singing. Great song! The imagery of those seeking freedom is par excellence!

[@emwells8566]

Please check out 'The Seed' by Acapella Academy. I believe Avi wrote it and arranged it for his Acapella Camp that he hosts every (non-pandemic) year. It'll knock your socks clean off.

[@arah7566]

WowOhWow‼️I always look forward to your awesome reviews of Avi Avi Fantabulous Ahhh-Veee’s velvety smooth voice … magically captures soothing your heart and soul with loving warmth. Suggest: 1. Avi’s solo original “Full Moon” 2. Peter Hollens & Avi “Black is the Color of my True Love’s Hair

[@quiltie1774]

His first one out of PTX. What a way to start his solo career!

[@gailseatonhumbert9199]

Hi - I just tried to just fill in blanks the others hadn't commented on yet. Avi left Pentatonix September 3, 2017. The next time he was heard from was when this music video "Change on the Rise" was released March 22, 2019. "Change On the Rise" is the theme music to a weekly Apple podcast Relative Unknown. "So thankful that Change on the Rise was featured in the new show Resident Alien on SYFY! Greetings to any and all life forms who have found my music from the show 👽 ✌️"m #ResidentAlien " Avi Kaplan Feb 12,2021 sampled on SO1 E03 @ 40:30 then 43:31 to the end. Reaction to Change on the Rise "Twins the New Trend" kzbin.info/www/bejne/aHi8XmVshrCjoqM And "Chains" (another Avi original song) was used on the TV program The Blacklist in March. A big question was how would he manage to adapt "Change On the Rise" to do live here is what he did. kzbin.info/www/bejne/gn-6hGCArb1omdE When he put his E.P. out in 2020 he took a similar honest approach as he had done when he announced with the rest of Pentatonix sitting beside him that he was leaving and released this explanation. Avi ep trailer where have I been the last 3 years kzbin.info/www/bejne/bJTLiGiAbdaKbZY One thing that bothered him was that people never got to hear the full range of his voice in Pentatonix. He has quite a wide vocal range. He uses it now. Most notable in "The Summit" he does all the voices again. No video just a picture. "Born in California" is my favorite but it doesn't have a video. There is a pretty cool acoustic version with him laying on his bed done during quarantine on his KZbin channel. His A Cappella Academy (that he does with Ben Bram and Rob Dietz) for students 13-18 from around the world has kept going virtually during Covid. Auditions for summer 2022 open November 1st. The 3 founders review and make the final acceptance decisions. They are very hands on. kzbin.info/www/bejne/imXJkIJ9m9GeqJY He also works with the University of Tennessee and secondary school choirs. In June of this year he was made an ambassador to the Sequoias and Kings Canyon National Parks. myemail.constantcontact.com/Sequoia-Parks-Conservancy-Compass-Newsletter-June-2021.html?soid=1131296501545&aid=LgBV2__NfKE&fbclid=IwAR1XC3L4JN4MEdAED8YXWh1--V4Gghe91m39HLq7fEMsUNpI9OstL2n2u24 So he put out this appeal about the fires just recently. instagram.com/p/CUDZuz7Fg3j/? He also performed at the Americana Fest in Nashville live for the first time in a year and a half and threw in another new song to go with the others he has introduced this year. Avi dealing with cords in Amsterdam House of the Rising Sun kzbin.info/www/bejne/m2iml4Rmithnh68

[@par500dragon7]

This song and video is incredible. One of my favorites!

[@r0kus]

Excellent reaction and song. I've got my torch and pitchfork. Let's go get Drac!

[@deborahdanhauer8525]

My very favorite song of his!🐝❤️🤗

[@BrandeeM]

He has more new stuff now, great things

[@jasminebonner3650]

Great reaction video, metal guy!! One of my very favorite Avis songs! Another 1 of my favorites is the audio for Sweet Adeline part 2. Thank you for doing these it is my favorite reaction channel. 😁

[@livus3787]

I would swear you already reacted to these 😳😳 yeeyy now to watch the vids 🤩🤩🤩 🎶🎵

[@par500dragon7]

It Knows Me...

[@livus3787]

to you lyrics notes: yup, so many people commented "oh this could fit with *insert favourite netflix/tv shiw titke* " 😁 (then appeared on a new one, "Resident Alien" 👀)

[@terrisimpson7968]

I love Avi

[@lisarummel3172]

I may be one of the few people who likes this song by Avi, but is not a folk fan so haven't made it through a single one of his other songs any of the times I tried! I'm glad other people love it though!

[@tonemargrethejohansen5528]

It is his powerchant🙏💪🥰

[@suzannedammodonnell9599]

Have you checked out Avi’s first full length album, “Floating on a Dream”? It was released last year.

[@dnied8778]

This sound makes you want to stand up and fight.

[@joannameyers8184]

The release of this song was at the same time as a PTX song. My understanding is one year after he left because of legal issues that kept him from releasing any music for one year after leaving.

[@denagillespie6961]

Avi is Amazing! I would definitely suggest, Aberdeen, Full Moon, Born in California and it knows me 💫

[@tinagalloway7422]

I play this album in the car 🚙 all the time, just love Ali music. This song I believe came about when he was in a dark place in his life, I read somewhere,so not 100% if that’s true. For me he could sing “London Bridge is falling down” and it will still sound perfect.

[@TracyH13]

Such a beautiful voice ❣⚘❣

[@samanthatew1990]

If you haven't already you really REALLY need to check out Colm Mcguinness "wayfaring stranger". His voice brought me to tears, which has never happened to me before. I think you'd really enjoy it!

[@terrisimpson7968]

Pentadox he use to sing with them. 1 You ought to look up that group it's an acapella group get Mary did you know it's so beautiful.

[@luckywanderer5107]

Good reaction.

[@BIG-MIKE-187]

You should check his song "The Summit",,,,,,,,then check out the accapella bass cover of it. Maybe a 2 for 1.... :) Love the videos!!! Keep on Keeping on my friend!!

[@samanthatew1990]

You're reactions are exactly what mine were lol 😆

[@gracemckinnies6851]

this song inspired an entire (story) writing project for me😂

[@tinasausk1895]

Check out "wenn i'm a fool" at the new album. It's amazing...

[@dmckim3174]

First thing, your link to the original video is broken, it goes to a WIRED video with Ryan Reynolds. I think that the folk style compliments him well, he brings as much power as a metal guitar solo, he doesn't need the instruments to bring it. I think it would be too much and it would get in the way of the message he was trying to convey. I think you will enjoy "I'll Get By" just as much as Other side. While they are different, both songs are sort of a journey. I'll Get By is amazing, I think it's the one song that sort of summed up his solo music, to me anyway. It and Change on the Rise are polar opposite but equally awesome.

[@kellymaldia128]

The Evolution tracks are 1000% ear candy. You’re right. You have to move.

[@mvpreddmann5931]

You need to listen to Avi Kaplan - Lean on me, it's amazing

[@jeannietaylor4968]

Great reaction, thank you. Please react to 'I'll get by' = another Avi original. Both the lyrics and the video are just what many of us . need right now

[@cherylfrady4602]

Avi is Jewish. All his song's reflects his beliefs in my opinion. He uses words and phrases you see on the old testament. Your right, his work is great. I saw where he lives around the Nashville area and will start touring again soon.

[@01LunaMoonDragon]

You said it best when you said it was an "experience"...

[@Dvergenlied]

My favorite song to listen to before I raid and pillage on Thursday nights.

[@lullyhoneybee]

it's not a music video just yet, but if you don't mind reacting to just audio, i suggest reacting to "it knows me" by avi. the original is good, but i personally prefer the alternate versions he's put out.

[@MetalGuyReacts]

I may have to go down the line and listen to all his stuff 😆 It’s so good!!

[@AngelaCharsha]

@@MetalGuyReacts that sounds like an Excellent plan! And I'll be with you for each song. It's gonna be one hell of an Avi ride!

[@dmckim3174]

@@MetalGuyReacts he doesn't do mediocre, he's one of those people that just can't do anything _meh._

[@professionalvampire1]

"It Knows Me" has a music video. It's animated and I find it a little weird, but hey...when it comes to Avi, everything is fantastic, even the weird. I love everything he did with PTX, but I love his solo work even more because I feel like we now get to see and hear the "real" Avi. And I hope one day that everyone can experience all of his music - video, no video, and weird video!

[@Rainbow_Blitz]

Avi looks like Jesus(in a good way)

[@super_siri]

That will learn you to listen to the fans... I mean probably not, because your human and allowed but still you should listen to us. If you want to listen to a really interesting singing style, listen to Jerusalem by Anuna, a Celtic choral group. This song is sung A capella by all the girls in the group in a singing style called hitropheny (spelling?), and the translation is not singing together. Every girl is on a different word and a different note the entire song. They will only perform this song in cathedrals or places with great acoustics, and they all walk during the majority of the song. It's really amazing.

[@debhouckscraftycottage]

Just finding this reaction. Avi is a fav of mine. By the way, he just dropped a new original today on his YT channel. It's worth a listen. :) P.S. - the link you have to Original Video doesn't take you to Avi's Change on the Rise song. Not even to Avi's channel. You may want to fix that.

[@bradclifton5248]

All Avi's stuff is like this

[@Rosiepooh75]

Aberdeen alt version is amazing

[@Zoldatn]

Funny moment. After this song yout voice become lover than was.

[@heather_nott_ever816]

You should check out Born in California, it’s amazing. Well, Avi is amazing regardless!

[@quiltie1774]

Speaking of “tone”... check out Avi on you tube singing whistle tones and singing two notes at once.

[@jenkinsjenkins8048]

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