First Time Reaction to "The Prayer" by Pentatonix

[@RonHeartsMe]

The drums are always Kevin haha. He’s just that good! Kirstie and Kirstin are both right lol!

[@adancer3592]

Actually they all beat box Scott does the most also takes over bass fir Avi .

[@Texastigerdigsdetects]

They DON’T all beat box. They do vocal fills but beat boxing is a specialist function within the group.

[@charleychambers6317]

I live in Northern Indiana and bought VIP tickets to this performance for my wife and 2 daughters (and myself of course lol)for Christmas. Worth evert penny

[@rfiliagaful]

You now need to watch their "Making of Evergreen" documentary. It shows them in their creative process recording sessions while making the Evergreen album. It truly is amazing how they work together to create the arrangements that they perform with everyone's input making a difference in the end result. Really hope you put that on your list soon!

[@debrawalkermeyer9109]

Ditto

[@marilynrivera7731]

I truly believe these people are.blessed god is there iv mever heard a song that touch the soul the wsy they do

[@LottieOfWales]

Mitch is a Tenor - Scott is Baritone - Kirstie is Soprano - Matt is Base and Kevin is Beat boxer

[@katmit69]

Okay so yes Kevin was doing the big Tymphany style drums, no real drums. Mitch is a Counter-Tenor, he is well above an Alto which is a female singer, the equivalent would be a Baritone for a Male which is Scotts sweet spot. Counter Tenor's generally are able to hit up to 2 or 3 octaves above a Soprano's (females) sweet spot. And Mitch is one of the most technically perfect Counter Tenor's in any Genre, he has a once in a Generation voice. The album that this song was on was nominated for their 4th Grammy.

[@TouchyReactions]

Wow, thanks 😊

[@alfredh3071]

Kirsten and Scott are belting the feature in the second stanza, with Mitch and Matt in harmony on mid section. Kevin takes a few phrases of the high harmonies at the crescendo, then goes back to percussion. They switch parts when it’s necessary for the expression of the music. Kirsten is the belter in the big sections of most of their songs, and it’s because her voice cuts through the lower register of the boys. She has a super sultry low register, check out the song she wrote called Be My Eyes

[@lauriep2018]

Yes! Kirstin seems to always be so far back in their studio mixes- but in concert she’s a 100% belter and I think they tend to lower her mic volume too bc her belly is loud and strong

[@karenm5681]

Surreal. Fantastic. Belissimo!💐

[@TouchyReactions]

Thank you so much 😀

[@Badger77722]

To hear just how good Kevin is at imitating a complete drum kit, try Bohemian Rhapsody - he has said that he tried to replicate the original drum line for the song, and he did an amazing job of it! Snare, toms, cymbals - the whole thing! Glad you reacted to the BTS for the video - I wish more reactors included those in their reactions. BTW - the other band members all seem to call her Kirstie, but I've seen an introduction she did where she said (roughly), "Kirstin, but you can call me Kirstie like thirsty". I think as long as you don't call her KRistin, she'll be happy to answer to either one.

[@TouchyReactions]

Thanks Badger

[@margretrosenberg420]

Any time you can see the entire band rather than just the soloist, watch Kevin. He has a whole invisible drum kit, and he knows exactly where each instrument is. He'll reach out with an invisible drumstick and hit an invisible tom, and you hear the tom. You *know* the sound came from Kevin, but how can it have? You just *saw* him hit the tom! It can get very surreal very quickly. There are a lot of things to like about Kevin - his voice, his intelligence, his skill with instruments, his wonderful laugh, the fact that he's just a really nice guy. But I think the thing I like most about him is the way he can make me see the instruments that aren't there.

[@susanpeterson9947]

Mitch is a Counter tenor or contra tenor. This version of the song was prerecorded in studio and that’s why you didn’t see Kevin doing much percussion. As far as I know all of the drum sounds were from him. And fyi, her name isn’t Keer stie, it’s Kirstie like thirsty. Thanks for a great reaction, you two.

[@alan-freeman]

The way to think about Kirsten/Kirstie is to think of Peter/Pete. Formal/Common name.

[@TouchyReactions]

Thanks Susan

[@jimodell99]

@@alan-freeman KAnd I'll add, it's Kirsten like Thurston.

[@HarobedKnits]

Wonderful reaction, as always! How have i never seen you before today? Oh, it's "Ker' stin". 😊

[@TouchyReactions]

Thank you! 😃

[@dougbowers4415]

It’s Kirsten and her nickname is Kirstie. Kirstie does rhyme with thirsty. Mitch is a counter tenor. That’s a tenor who sings very high. A contra alto is a woman who sings low.

[@vidsorama2]

Great reaction to this beautiful Pentatonix official video, live performance video and behind the scenes video. Thank you. They are amazing. Kevin can make all sorts of sounds. Imagine being on a long family trip with little Kevin (and his two siblings) in the back seat making "sounds". LOL. Good thing his dad is a psychiatrist.

[@TouchyReactions]

Thank you 😊

[@pamelafoster2302]

You would really enjoy "The Making of Evergreen". It is them making decisions and recording in the studio. It is very fun and educational about their process.

[@cindyshawver9986]

OMG, the wife has my name!!!.....welcome to the Cindy club.....LOL

[@TouchyReactions]

Thank you Cindy 😊 💓

[@juliayoung537]

Great reaction ❤

[@TouchyReactions]

Glad you enjoyed

[@davidphillips4476]

That's Kevin in combination with Matt. Ya Kevin has a drumkit in his mouth for sure. Absolutely Loved this. subbed.

[@TouchyReactions]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@Kritterlu]

Fellow Pentaholic here, catching up on your great reaction videos, and subscribing for more !! They have wonderful Original music I'd love to hear your reactions to, such as " Love me when I don't ", " Be my Eyes" , "Love Again" and " Thank You". If you are a Lion King fan, then you will absolutely 💙 their cover of " DO you feel the love tonight". Thank you for your thoughtful, considerate reactions !! ❤️

[@TouchyReactions]

Thank you so much 💓 💗

[@cherylwilliams9360]

You BOTH are right.. Kirstin's nickname is Kirstie..;))

[@TouchyReactions]

Thanks Cheryl

[@chrispavlich9656]

Nah, we’ll let Mitch do all the slapping❣️Lol 😂

[@haselmaus8054]

Hi, I would recommend You to react to "Problem" and "Evolution of Michael Jackson" next. Oh, and don't You know ... Kevin eats a drum-kit for breakfast 😆

[@TouchyReactions]

Thanks Hasel

[@jkilmon]

I have never heard of a "contra-alto" but Mitch is a tenor altino.

[@lauriep2018]

This is by far one of their best arrangements. In my opinion, it is even better than Hallelujah or Mary Did You Know

[@TouchyReactions]

Thanks Laurie

[@RobertBrown-nn8uu]

If you want to see more of them behind the scenes check out their making of their album Evergreen. It is about 24 minutes long but it really showcases how well they work together and have fun. Please, I would love to watch yalls reaction. Love your videos and just became a new subscriber!

[@TouchyReactions]

Cool, thanks!

[@lauriep2018]

There’s NEVER drums- ours always Kevin 😂. Kirstie is actually BELTING her butt off when they all come together in the middle. Unfortunately, I feel that they always tend to put her too far back in their studio mixes. But let me tell you, I’ve seen them in concert ten times and she is, by far, the loudest (and best belter) of the group

[@TouchyReactions]

We're seeing them live in August

[@beverlykrebs4372]

​@@TouchyReactions Where?! I am seeing them in Charlotte!!! I can't wait!!!

[@TouchyReactions]

@@beverlykrebs4372 Alpharetta Georgia

[@beverlykrebs4372]

@@TouchyReactions You are in for such a treat!!! Their live shows are always gorgeous!

[@TouchyReactions]

@beverlykrebs4372 I wish I had their set list, so we can cover them all before we go.

[@larrygranbois4164]

I don't know if you've done it already but I would like to see your reaction to PTX singing the Star Spangled Banner at the 2023 CFB National Championship Pleeease!

[@TouchyReactions]

It's on the list Larry

[@beverlykrebs4372]

​@@TouchyReactions The great thing about a Pentatonix "to do list" is that every last song they do is so awesome, it doesn't really matter what order you put them in!! 💜

[@dwfarr]

Yes, Kevin is that good. Recommend their cover of I Just Called To Say I Love You.

[@TouchyReactions]

I love that song

[@beverlykrebs4372]

The Evergreen Experience is a professionally recorded video of the entire concert, recorded in Kentucky, and it is a much better audio experience.

[@TouchyReactions]

Thanks Beverly 😊

[@trishr2081]

You are talking about a Counter Tenor. Mitch is a Counter Tenor, which is quite rare actually.

[@TouchyReactions]

Thanks Trish

[@brunettealesoda]

maybe they added some reverb for the full effect but it is always kevin lol

[@texasproud2049]

Mary, did you know, Hallelujah, Say Something, Bohemian Rhapsody, Imagine and Can you feel the love tonight are must...😘

[@TouchyReactions]

Absolutely 💯

[@texasproud2049]

@@TouchyReactions This is first time I watched your channel and really like your reaction...I did subscribe..thanks

[@TouchyReactions]

@@texasproud2049 thank you 😊

[@davidmair7497]

Thanks for the shout out again. Great review as usual. Have you done Sound of Silence yet. Its Good. Also if you are looking for suggestions let me throw Battle Beast into the ring. Lead singer is awsome. Few tracks to start could be Wings of light, Where angel's fear to fly and Master of Illusion. Beast in Black another good one. Blind and frozen a good starter point. 👌 Don't remember seeing new Sabaton tracks Father and The First Soldier. You probably already heard them but just saying😂😂 the Yarnhub animation for First Soldier is superb. Anyway sorry to rattle on big 👋 to you both. Keep on rocking and see you both on the next one. ❤😊

[@pamelafoster2302]

If you didn't hear Matt's bass in this you need better headphones my friends. He was magnificent!!.

[@TouchyReactions]

I'll have to upgrade

[@margretrosenberg420]

"Kirstie rhymes with thirsty" doesn't mean that she prefers Kirstie over Kirstin. The most common mispronunciation of her name is Kristin (with the "r" and "i" in the wrong order), but it's hard to find something that rhymes with Kirstin. Therefore she tells people to remember that Kirstie rhymes with thirsty, and that mnemonic also makes it easier to remember that her name is Kirstin, not Kristin. Either Kirstin or Kirstie is correct.

[@TouchyReactions]

Thank You Margret

[@verdafoster3767]

They do use instruments on very few songs, but when they do they show them.

[@heinleinreader]

If you really want to hear Kevin sound like drums, watch Bohemian Rhapsody.

[@TouchyReactions]

We have done it already. You can find it on my channel.

[@melissacoviello2886]

This is my Anti Anxiety song, I play it on repeat when I am going through it.

[@TouchyReactions]

That's great that it works for you.

[@suziballinger4230]

Bohemian Rhapsody should be next. Kevin and Mitch are amazing.

[@TouchyReactions]

Thank You Suzi

[@russellfisher2853]

Mitch did great but Kirstie can actually reach higher, and even hit great whistle notes.

[@Masq1980]

For more of Scott's insane language skills you should check out their covers of 'Papaoutai' it's a french song, and there's an awesome Original song (I believe it's original) that they collaborate with a k-pop group Ateez called 'A Little Space' here kzbin.info/www/bejne/lX_SoXtndt14p5o , also Midnight in Tokyo featuring Little Glee Monster kzbin.info/www/bejne/aZzcdZeDhLRln5I

[@TouchyReactions]

Thanks Masq

[@russellfisher2853]

Wow!!! Really? The song would definitely not have been the same without Kirstie belting

[@kevinripley-o7g]

have you yet seen carol of the bells or Bohemian Rhapsody or wizard of ahhhs with todrick hall all good ones to check out

[@TouchyReactions]

On the list

[@tonywright1682]

It’s Kevin

[@TouchyReactions]

Wow. He's really good

[@bradgroves7440]

Please react to other Acapella groups like: Home Free, Voiceplay, Voctave, Citizen Queen, Acapop Kids and Maytree

[@TouchyReactions]

We will. Just gonna space them out

[@Texastigerdigsdetects]

You shouldn’t hear the bass all the time. Like when you see a beautiful home you don’t notice the foundation ( the bass ) but if it’s missing the house crumbles (or the performance is flat without the bass.)

[@beverlykrebs4372]

PLEEEEASE pronounce Kirstie's name correctly! It rhymes with THIRSTY!!!! Sometimes you get it right. You just have to keep remembering it rhymes with thirsy. 😉😉😉 I love you guys!!! 💜💜

[@TouchyReactions]

Sorry! We're working on it.

[@rebapuck5061]

Why is it the first people to stand up are in the front row?

[@panchomfadera3812]

Charice (Philippines) - 'The Prayer', with The Canadian Tenors and David Foster kzbin.info/www/bejne/pauypHx9mpqWj6M

[@TouchyReactions]

Thank you 😊

[@catpro70]

I’m actually kind of surprised you’re questioning if Kevin is making the drums after you’ve seen as many of their videos as you have 😅. Watch more of the evolution videos, you’ll never question it again. By the way, you REALLY need to watch Imagine.

[@TouchyReactions]

Good point! I mean no disrespect. It's just hard to imagine a human can do that.

[@margretrosenberg420]

When will people learn? Yes, Kevin *is* that good. There may be a better beatboxer somewhere, but if so I've never encountered him or her. "Contra-alto" isn't a word. A contralto (with a single "a") is a woman who sings in the alto range, except it generally means a specially trained soloist who has a lower range and a "darker" tone color. Mitch is a contratenor, AKA counter tenor. With a range of just over six octaves Mitch can certainly reach contralto levels, but he's more comfortable in his higher registers. I've heard a contralto/contratenor duet where the female contralto sounded more like a baritone. Yes, Kirstin could easily reach the same notes Mitch does, but she's better at belting them out (see their -cover- upgrade of "Seasons of Love" to hear Kirstin belting out a high solo). When you want that ethereal angelic sound Mitch is the better choice.

[@TouchyReactions]

Thanks for sharing Margret. They are so good. I'm so glad we discovered them.

[@margretrosenberg420]

@@TouchyReactions You're welcome. I was late to the party too, just discovered them about 6 months ago. My husband died just over a year ago, and Pentatonix has made a horrible year a bit easier to deal with. Have you discovered SuperFruit yet? SuperFruit is the separate KZbin channel Mitch and Scott started where they could deal with things that Pentatonix didn't want cluttering up their already crowded official KZbin channel. Their final post to SuperFruit was on February 14, 2019, and I don't expect them to start it up again, but everything they already posted to it is still there. A lot of it is vlogging about being gay, or just everyday life, and there are a few live streams with fans, things like that. Some of those are very good, but not especially musical. Then there's the stuff they did for fun. I highly recommend their "FROZEN Medley (feat. Kirstie Maldonado)." They invited Kirstie over for a relaxing evening together, started out with a few drinks, and then headed to the studio to re-enact the major songs from _Frozen._ Between takes they continued drinking cocktails. The result is extremely funny, and also proves that not even being totally drunk can keep these people from being incredibly good singers. Wait around after the apparent end for the blooper reel. Another funny one (though not musical) is "99 Ways to Ditch Your Date." They guarantee (correctly, IMO) that every one of them would work. Of course, they might also get you thrown out of a restaurant.... This also has a blooper reel. GUY.EXE is an official music video that they did for a song on one of the _Future Friends_ albums that they put out - very professional, and very funny. No blooper reel. And then there's a totally serious SuperFruit song - a cover of Katy Perry's "Rise." Mitch and Scott are both gay, and they were deeply affected by the Pulse gay nightclub massacre in 2016, so they asked three friends of theirs, all wonderful singers and all members of the LGBTQ+ community, to collaborate with them on "Rise," in response to the massacre. It's incredibly powerful, and empowering. This is the song that's been getting me through the first holidays without my husband. The five singers are, in order of appearance, Scott Hoying, Mitch Grassi, Brian Justin Crum, Mario Jose, and Mary Lambert.

[@TouchyReactions]

@@margretrosenberg420 Margret, I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of your husband. I don't know what I would do without Cindy. I'm glad you were able to find comfort in music. Thank you so much for taking the time to share all of this with us ❤️ 💕 💖

[@evanirvana500]

They have never used drums, it's all Kevin. And if you go back you'll see him doing the drums.

[@TouchyReactions]

He's incredible

[@jkilmon]

You interrupted one of the most impressive areas of the piece, the lead out.

[@TouchyReactions]

Sorry. We make mistakes sometimes

[@Jay-zB]

Contra-tenor

[@rlhcat7662]

You stopped in the middle of the last note of the first video to talk about their clothes. Yikes!

[@TouchyReactions]

Yeah, we do stupid things sometimes

[@rlhcat7662]

@@TouchyReactions 🤗

[@adancer3592]

Over 20 min for one song means waaaaay to many pauses.

[@TouchyReactions]

You obviously didn't watch the video. There were 3 videos on this reaction.

[@scottboyd9383]

She goes by Kirstie more than Kirsten. Her birth certificate says Kirsten but almost everyone calls her Kirstie. In fact in one of her songs she sings you can call me Kirstie

[@TouchyReactions]

Thanks Scott

[@lauriep2018]

She actually had said that she prefers Kirstin but everyone says Kirstie(maybe bc she’s older now) she’s fine with it

[@musicfanatic6558]

Please react to their "Starships" video, in order to be absolutely certain of Kirstin's name

[@TouchyReactions]

I'll add it to my list