Reaction to Evolution of Music - Pentatonix - Metal Guy Reacts

[@MetalGuyReacts]

Thanks everyone who came to the premiere! Not sure why it wouldn't start. I really dig this tune and all the PTX fans have been amazing!! Ya'll are the best!

[@kevinzebroski]

You need to react to Radioactive by Pentatonix! They did a fantastic job on that one!!

[@kevinzebroski]

Oh one more thing, if you haven’t seen the group grow up yet, look for their “The Voice or Sing off” season where they won - that’s where they got their big start! Mitch really shined on “The Dog Day’s”, they kind of snuck him into a lead voice for the first time there!

[@canolij5323]

the vocal range of the Pentatonix is Mitch Grassi-A1-B7 Scott Hoying-A1-C6 Kirstin Mandonado-E3-Bb7 Avi Kaplan-C#1-C#5 Matt Sallee(new bass)-F#1-F#5

[@magicalduck2]

Anything they did on the Sing off!!!! It is all amazing but the mashups they did on that show were mind boggling 🤯🤯 react to since you been gone/forget you mashup

[@shilohauraable]

Loved Born To Be Wild in the Sing Off! Avi threw some amazing overtones in that one!

[@beccaHbell]

Yes this was their first evolution, it helped put them on the map. So many people couldn’t believe that they could do it in one take and thus they performed it live all over the place back in the day!!

[@MetalGuyReacts]

Becca! Thanks so much for watching! Are there any specific live performances of this I should check out? This really blew me away. PTX nailed this!!

[@camillep3631]

and when you consider the fact that The Trio [Scott, Mitch and Kirstie] just met Avi and Kevin the DAY BEFORE THEIR audition for Sing-Off then had a few MONTHS to become what we saw on that show...they mostly did all their own arrangements for that show, The Trio being the driving force with Scott the leader of the pack. they are simply astonishing

[@ryanje8147]

let's not overlook how they did this in 1 take........no cuts......amazing.

[@MetalGuyReacts]

Good call Ryan! What pros!

[@luckylady7542]

AVI, AVI, AVI. The end These people are musical geniuses. The end.😊❤

[@jenksify]

Sean, one of the judges on the Sing-Off said it best. They were sent back from the future to save acapella from itself.

[@BriyerRose]

You should do their collab with Todrick Hall: the wizards of ahhs.

[@ellenharris1146]

HIGHLY recommend this!

[@rgreenparadox]

If you really want to hear Kirstie at her ultimate power, react to Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone) she goes full-on in her solo. It also contains what we like to refer to as the "Kevin Moment". (there is an entire video of reactors reacting to Kevin's moment) Honestly I think it will be their next grammy.

[@wendischambach6181]

I'm glad you've discovered their evolutions. I cannot even begin to imagine what a nightmare it must be to try to make transitions between songs that are originally written in different keys and different time signatures and mash them all into a cohesive, ear-pleasing compilation like this. And then have 5 singers who can perform it seamlessly. They do it well, don't they? When you're done with the regular evolution recommendations that everyone else has probably already made below, check out their 11th performance from the SingOff competition where they do their very first mashup (In fact, check out their whole SingOff journey if you haven't already. They met a day in person for the first time the day before auditions and you watch them discover their sound on that show. There are 12 main performances and you can find them all here on KZbin. Watch them with the introductions and the ending judges comments. It helps you see the influence that singers like Boyz2Men's Shawn Stockman had on them.). I digress. In week 11, the assignment to the groups still in the competition was that they had to mashup 2 songs. It was a riot watching Pentatonix agonize over the arrangement and yet they did it better than anyone else. It was an incredible performance (maybe not as good as "Born to be Wild" or "Dog Days Are Over" but still...) that was mindblowing and worth checking out.

[@lindavasquez6637]

Enjoy your reactions,last night on America's got talent they sang with a contestant and blew me away,always improving after 10 years.

[@PT62]

I agree with your comment regarding Kirsten's contribution to the group and how important she is. Lately I think she has been taking a more prominent roll. I especially like the PTX "S rendition of "Seasons of Love" from their performance on "A Capital Fourth" (kzbin.info/www/bejne/p4CTYod_i71mia8). They filmed it in Los Angeles before the live broadcast but it was taped "Live" and streamed nationally during the broadcast. Kristen really soars on this performance which I think is better than their recorded version off their latest, 2020, Christmas album. Love your reactions and can't wait for more PTX.

[@marymichele340]

I agree with your assessment of Kirstin. I am glad she is getting more leads I’ve read that obviously they practice like crazy but once they film, they do it in one take. Amazing There is a video on KZbin where they were given the name of a song and they had to sing a line of it. The contest was how many they could recognize in like 10 minute. They got a lot. Their music knowledge is CRAZY. As always, loved the reaction. Sorry the live didn’t work but maybe next time

[@MetalGuyReacts]

Hi Mary! Thank you for your patience, since the live didn't work. I was bummed since I love chatting with everyone during the premiere's/ Kirstin is fantastic and her voice is like the glue pulling everyone together! I can't wait to watch more :)

[@DougRayPhillips]

Here's the vid that was mentioned there. kzbin.info/www/bejne/gp-shaegi62kpZY

[@allismith77]

Yes. I loved what you said about Kirsten. She kind of sneaks up on you, not as front/center as Scott and Mitch, or the 2 doing percussion, but I swear I get more chills from her power and delivery than I do with the others in the group. Love Kirstie.

[@marymichele340]

@@DougRayPhillips THANKS!!!

[@camillep3631]

@@MetalGuyReacts wait till you see Say Something...bring tissues

[@Bonofox1]

😻 Babytonix!! I LOVE THEM SOOOOO MUCH!! I LOVE your PENTATONIX reactions!!!🌟

[@MetalGuyReacts]

Thank you so much Cecy! I’m having a blast checking out all their music 😊🤘🏼

[@ashleybredemeyer11]

You need to watch their start on the sing off. It explains everything

[@davidoconnell1680]

Great reaction 👏. The last 3rd of that mix was hard to keep up with because they switched songs so seamlessly it's like crazy!

[@h_r2991]

They did at least 4 songs in full version; Oogie Boogie Song, Bohemian Rhapsody, Someone I used to know, and Gangnam Style... And there are many more that are part of their other Evolution or medley videos...

[@mariethemagnificent2000]

I HIGHLY recommend Scott and Mitch’s side project SuperFruit’s Empire Medley.

[@rlhcat7662]

Yes - one of SuperFruit's best!

[@MetalGuyReacts]

Hi Marie! I've got them on my list and can't wait to check them out!

[@camillep3631]

I MUST watch it at least once a week!

[@ruth2141]

To see them arranging their version of Pharrell's "Happy" watch this vlog episode from their 2014 tour. The arranging part starts around 3:20 and runs to 7:40. kzbin.info/aero/PLvu9dgoVIvuoDK_ozT0bZ78sPxf4KxRSU

[@ms.laperry8106]

U can react to Pentatonix Jamming and Singing on the Fly. It has some of how they arrange their music.

[@xbubblehead]

Kevin sounding like a paddle-wheel riverboat during "Ol' Man River". Love your comments about Kirstie...so true! But she really has come into her own with the group in recent years.

[@perfectkismet]

There's actually a fan-made compilation of videos where PTX were either talking about how they compose or actually composing. It's a great watch and some people have even done good reactions to it if you want to go that route. Scott seems to be the driving force on piecing together medleys, though. Mitch in those early days was only starting to explore both his upper range and his sense of style. It's hilarious to me to see him being the most "normally" dressed of the group pretty much through 2014ish. And he and Scott referred to 2011 Mitch as "Masc Mitch" ("Girl, if you could see yourself now") in their Superfruit video reacting to their Sing-Off performances ("Why do I sound so froggy?!"). ALL the Evolution Of medleys are great. I think you have Beyoncé, N'Sync, Ariana Grande and Rihanna left. The first two were also very early and the latter two were with Matt. Scott and Mitch also have some amazing duo medleys on their Superfruit channel if you're interested. A couple Evolutions, a couple album medleys and a medley of songs from the first season of Empire that FOX paid them to do as advertisement for the second season (as Superfruit they were considered social media influencers). The Beyoncé album, Rihanna Anti album and Empire medleys are gorgeous.

[@MetalGuyReacts]

I can't wait to watch more. Sometimes I want to dive in without waiting to do reactions but I must resist lol. I want to watch these with all you cool people! Thanks for watching!!

[@h_r2991]

yes, many Song of the week of Scott from Superfruit Vlog vidoes were covered by PTX or Superfruit themselves...

[@camillep3631]

Lost On You with Scott and Mario Jose will melt your mind, Scott thought underlying Hans Zimmers' piece Time from Inception would work and oh my lord was he right

[@tinag7715]

Checkout Pentatonix random jamming and singing on the fly. It shows them in a different way. You will see a little bit of arranging and just hanging out singing. Great video.

[@allismith77]

This one blew me away the first time I heard it too! I wish they’d do full covers of a lot of these. Boogy woogy Bugle Boy was so good! Or if they did a 60’s pop/rock medley. With Beatles, Beach Boys, Aretha… etc loved all those songs on their voices. I can see the video already of them decked out in 60’s costumes.

[@PT62]

Check out "Crusin' for a Brusin'". I think that is from one of the teen beach movies from the 50's or 60's, really fun.

[@bethclarke3899]

I sooo want a full cover of Boogy Woogy Bugle Boy from them!! It's such a fun song and they would just slay it.

[@rlhcat7662]

@@bethclarke3899 They did it! It was on their Classics album in around 2015. Here's a link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eGGnpX55Z7imnMU

[@bethclarke3899]

@@rlhcat7662 Thanks!!!

[@rlhcat7662]

@@bethclarke3899 I love it when Kevin gets to play his "flugelhorn"!

[@terriv9002]

Each individual has grown and changed but Mitch has evolved from seeming a little shy and reserved to a pure diva queen. It’s been so much fun.

[@trinkab]

I think I have mentioned this before, this was my introduction to PTX! EoM had me HOOKED on PTX from Avi's Saaalveee to his Call Me Maybeee.😁😍

[@ella7637]

I love your comment, that you feel like you are constantly trying to catch up 😉 It is so true for every single one of their mashup videos! I think you should check Dance od the Sugar Plum Fairy. It won them their second Grammy. And it'll blow your mind as well (both music and video) 😁

[@MetalGuyReacts]

I always feel like they are flying at the speed of sound lol. That sounds great Ela, I'll have to add Sugar Plum Fairy to my list. Thank you so much for watching 🤘🤘

[@ella7637]

@@MetalGuyReacts Love your reactions! 🤘👏

[@bethclarke3899]

Yes, Dance Of The Sugar Plum Fairy is magnificent. A musical piece with no words performed by a band with no instruments.

[@heidifruchtl354]

@@bethclarke3899 equals 2nd Grammy

[@dwfarr]

Recommend their Rather Be, Cheerleader, My Favorite Things, Be My Eyes, and Seasons Of Love (televised version).

[@gailseatonhumbert9199]

Here is a discussion of arrangement process etc. very early on. They also are closely filmed while performing to show it really is just them with no studio effects or enhancements. That has changed a bit recently but not then. Note - the interview is in English. You may choose to react to the whole thing. They perform 3 songs during it besides clarifying the entire arrangement process. Dutch radio station interview & singing kzbin.info/www/bejne/aZjRhIeGiZJlfbM

[@tersommers]

They blow my mind every time I hear them! Can never get enough of these guys or get enough of seeing someone see one of their songs for the first time! It brings me so much joy! Thank you for going down this road with them! Their Sing Off journey is something to behold too! We would love to see your reaction to how they started out!

[@lexymich3647]

They also use sheet music for the arrangements

[@richardd.2988]

Their cover of Gangnam Style is incredible.

[@rlhcat7662]

Great reaction! This was one of their very first Evolution videos, back when they didn't have all the production, just a few mics, one take, and everyone gets a part. If you notice, some bits of this were later made into full videos, like Bohemian Rhapsody, and the Evolution of Michael Jackson and Beyonce videos. In interviews, they said that after they picked a song, they started with the bass and beat, added the lead and lastly, the harmonies. In a medley, I believe they all selected the songs, with Scott and Ben Bram often arranging the order and transitions. If you haven't already, please check out Love Again and Radioactive.

[@gailseatonhumbert9199]

This was the first one

[@celiachristman104]

My fave evolution video is "The Evolution of Ariane Grande". Great reaction as usual. I love watching your eyes open wide when you are surprised. Thank you for telling me what your tat said. I will try to be "that good". I look forward to each and every one of your PTX reactions.

[@MetalGuyReacts]

Thank you Celia! It's great to have you here! I'll make sure to add the Ariane Grande Evo to my list :)

[@Kreationsbykrispy]

That’s my favorite evolution too and I’m not even an Ariana fan. They knock everything out of the park!

[@realbser1956]

I’m pretty sure that PTX does all of their own arrangements. Agree with you 100% Jeff that Kirstin really shines. I’ve watched her really blossom into a great powerful singer since her first appearances with PTX on The SingOff. Sorry I missed the premier. Love your breakdowns, Mr. Fanboy! 🤣

[@cherylfrady4602]

Plz react to "Perfect". Scott slays that one. I love your reactions. Thanks 😊

[@MetalGuyReacts]

Added! Thanks Cheryl! I love Scott's voice!

[@marablemorgan8292]

They are so seamless!!!

[@the_nikster1]

their Evolution of Rihanna is my absolute favorite of their evolution videos and I think you'd freak out over it. Evolution of Beyonce is also top tier. great reaction, as always! I love how you always give special attention to each member's contribution.

[@2miles2go1]

My recommendation UTI your lovely reactions. “Love Again””Sing””Can’t Hold Us””Radioactive “. Thank you.

[@MetalGuyReacts]

I will have to check those out! PTX always impresses me :) Thanks for watching!

[@jewel2318]

Man, if you enjoyed this then definitely check out Ten Second Songs' A Journey Through Rock 'n Roll!

[@heatherhuard]

Love your reactions and seeing as you are gushing about Kirstie check out Say Something, Rather Be and Water (if you haven't already). Kirstie leads them all and does an amazing job.

[@ronsauro5413]

You mentioned in your 1st two reviews that you wanted to hear the Beat Box guy sing... check out "Mary Did you know" for that answer

[@lauramouse6232]

I absolutely love your genuine reactions to ptx. They are absolutely nailing everything they do. I also recommend the Arianna Grande evolution. And Superfruit! It show the funny/crazy/genius side of Scott and Mitch. If you're in for a laugh, I recommend Guy.exe. Super fun and great singing as always. Keep it up!

[@MetalGuyReacts]

Thank you! Will do! I really do want to give honest reactions, I try not to overembellish and I always give my real feelings :) Watching PTX has been a blast!

[@jeannietaylor4968]

LOved your reaction to this, thank you. Hope your Mum is still doing well - prayers to you and your family :)

[@bettyf584]

I’m obsessed with their “Evolution of Rihanna”.

[@heidifruchtl354]

Saw that live in 2018, before the video came out. Mitch introduced it, saying that he loves Rhianna so much.

[@debbierhodes4479]

The evolution of Ariana Grande is really great. It's newer than the ones you've done so far but I really like it.

[@bonbonpony]

Wow, that one was fast. I feel like an alien approaching Earth from outside of the Solar System and passing by all the radio transmissions that has been sent from Earth with the speed of light :J

[@nemosays6337]

On my Mums Side we can trace our line back to 1200 in England, whereas my Jamaican Dad didn't know until I told him that Jamaica used to be named Santiago when the Spanish held reign, before they lost a war to the English!

[@ambergarner8471]

Love your reactions! A few PTX recommendations: 1. Beyonce Medley from Superfruit (Mitch and Scott side project) 2. Run to You, original PTX song written by Avi and Kevin 3. Feelin Myself cover by Superfruit Keep them coming!

[@MetalGuyReacts]

Thank you Amber! I keep hearing Superfruit is amazing! Can't wait to dive into their stuff. Thanks so much for watching 🤘🤘

[@tickledtlady]

@@MetalGuyReacts Here is where you start w/Superfruit. BEYONCÉ - kzbin.info/www/bejne/iYHKoKicrp2DqKc

[@camillep3631]

It actually doesn't take as long as you'd think...watch The Mash-up Game on their Sup3rFruit channel, it's Scott and Mitch's channel, they get 7 random songs and do a mash-up in a few hours, it's AMAZING!! Also for a blinding vocal display watch The Empire Medley of theirs

[@michellebarry1555]

There evolution of Ariana Grande and Rihana are two of my favorites! Beyoncé one is good too. Scott’s soulful voice is amazing!

[@1GoldenBreeze]

There are several more evolutions. Evolution of Beyonce, Evolution of Rihanna, and Evolution of Arianna Grande all are equally as great as the two you've already reacted to so let's have a shoe-melting, brain-mushing good time!! 🤣 🤣

[@marablemorgan8292]

Phenomenal!!!

[@charlottevan_8]

Ben Bram did a lot of the arranging in these Evolution videos, as well as producing and engineering them. They all worked together in general on putting them together, but Ben was the driving force. BTW, if you're a "Hey Ya!" fan, Avi did a cover of it with some musician friends before he left PTX. He puts a very different spin on it, as you'd expect from him. kzbin.info/www/bejne/rZmlgnahnauqj8k

[@charlottevan_8]

And Avi also did a cover years later of the song that follows "Hey Ya!" in this Evolution video - "Crazy", which he did nonchalantly in a stairwell at the university that hosts his and Ben Bram's A Cappella Academy (10-day intensive choral music camp for 12-18-year olds from around the world), doing it with his friends ReSound. Short but oh-so-sweet. kzbin.info/www/bejne/qoO3eX9na9edbpI

[@jamesensley3906]

See the link in the Patrick Tom comment if you really want to see what Kirstin can do.

[@BelleDede01]

Watch their Evolution series, you won't be disappointed. Also, listen to their 90's Dance Medley. Unreal. Also, if you think this mashup is crazy, listen to them sing 100 songs in 10 minutes. Blow your mind. kzbin.info/www/bejne/gp-shaegi62kpZY

[@marablemorgan8292]

Amazing...!

[@BladeCPL]

Another great reaction. Thanks. Have you reacted to/are you aware of Leo of Frog Leap Studios? If not I suggest you take a look!

[@MetalGuyReacts]

Hey there! What is Leo of Frog Leap Studios? I'll do some looking around :)

[@BladeCPL]

@@MetalGuyReacts Hi. Leo takes regular songs and does metal covers. He is a very very good multi instrumentalist and singer. Puts out one song a week from his home studio. He showcases guest instrumentalists and singers and puts a lot of humour in his videos. For starters check out "Sultans of Swing", "Africa", "Africa" or "Hello". When the song finishes stick around to watch the 'outro'! Leo films and edits all the videos himself. I'll be amazed if you don't like him. He also does concert tours which he usually films and releases on YT too. Cheers, Dave.

[@camillep3631]

just to show you how clueless Sony was, after they 'won' they voided their record deal saying they weren't commercial so all of their success was generated just by them

[@blazeherrero8785]

Have you checked out superfruit? It's Mitch and Scott messing around but they have some amazing songs them selves

[@ptxlover6878]

Love your reactions, please keep going, all their Evolution videos are great. Don't know if you have done some Superfruit stuff yet, if not, please check their Beyoncé medley or Anti medley (Rihanna), they're awesome. You have a very pleasing voice btw!

[@marymichele340]

Hi. You said earlier you read Steve Martin’s book every year. Would you give me the title-the library has a couple by him. Not sure which one to pick. THANKS

[@MetalGuyReacts]

"Born Standing Up" is the one I re-read at least yearly. His brand of humor was so whimsical but not at all accidental. Even though it came off as odd or silly, it was totally calculated. I highly recommend reading Born Standing Up! Soooo good :)

[@tamaramcfarland8677]

Evolution of Ariana Grande , Rhianna, Beyannce

[@MetalGuyReacts]

Hi Tamara! I'm so excited for these! Any day I get to do PTX reactions is a good day!

[@kathrynphelps9771]

Great reactions, try Evolution of Beyonce next. There's a live one in the ABC office room to prove, if proof was needed, they really do this.

[@suzannethevenot2208]

Evolution of Lady Gaga! Amazing 👏

[@AnjeannetteMarie-Swifie4Ever]

🤯🤯🤯🤯🤯🤯

[@cherylvalentiner3213]

So.... Do you have something against Kirstin? She is also amazing yet, I only hear how wonderful the guys are! She is also valuable to the complete sound!

[@robertocarlosbermudezramos8680]

React to Kristin Maldonado ft. Voctave Disney love medley

[@marablemorgan8292]

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