So many people say that the drums sound real, that’s Kevin! This group is perfection. Try listening to Amazing Grace it’s wonderful.

They use no instruments unless Kevin the beat boxer plays his cello You need to watch bohemian rhapsody if you really want your mind blown

He's a beatboxer of the HIGHEST calibre. He also had the voice of an angel.

You should react to their cover of Mary Did You Know and O Come All Ye Faithful.. The latter will “take you to church,” so to speak. Lol

he almost cried on Mitch's part. The Mitch Effect

Hallelujah was written by Leonard Cohen and is not Gospel. He refers to Biblical stories such as David and Bathsheba and Sampson and Delilah, but the lyrics veer away after that. You pretty much have to listen to the entire song and reach your own conclusions about what it means and what it means to you. It is one of the most covered songs because of its beauty. There are several great covers, but PTX's is definitely one of my personal favorites.

Finally a reactor that appreciated kevin

Oh yes. He's making those sounds. Hes a beat-making genius.

Yup, Mitch will do that to ya lol. So glad everyone is finally noticing these guys.

Beat-boxer Kevin does all those percussion sounds himself, for real! But he also, like the others, has an excellent voice; listen to PTX's rendition of 'Mary Did You Know', to hear *all* of them in an awesome performance! You should also check out their *amazing* performance of 'Bohemian Rhapsody'! You'll have problems believing what you're seeing/hearing! *Enjoy!*

I seen your reaction when Mitch opened his mouth, you're not the only one.

My favourite Pentatonix video is the cover of John Lennon's "Imagine". Makes me tear up every time.

I looooove the smile the first time someone hears Mitch. 😍

the two guys on each end are the instruments ,beat boxer, kevin and bass avi

Realize this was recorded in the studio and then the sound was matched to the video in post production. Kevin is widely known for his amazing kick and snare impressions. All the drum sounds came from Kevin but in the studio he uses better EQ and a "stomp pad" for his percussion.

You need to listen to Mary Did You Know by them. They will knock your socks off with that one.

You should see them live, simply mind blown and that is a guarantee.

Hi Mike, thank for your reaction. If you want to see how Kevin Olusola creates sound, watch his "down" video please.

He does that drum sound live as well...Kevin when not singing or playing the cello.

Being that you come from a gospel background I think you would love Pentatonix's Christmas music. Check out "Mary Did you Know", "Little Drummer Boy" and "The First Noel". I love all their Christmas music.

The song is a cover by leonard Cohen. There's no doubt this was recorded in a studio.. then the video was made.. however, ALL sounds are made by them only.. percussion was by Kevin only. Their arranger/producer, Ben Bram has won Grammys along with their 3 to date. Their live performances of this song are sound just as impressive! Thank you for your reaction! MARY DID YOU KNOW is another must..

First time I've heard this song from this artist and had goose bumps from head to toe! I LOVED it🥰 I've heard many musicians sing this but this is by far my favorite.

Talking about the sounds Kevin makes. He actually has several patents for things he's made to use in studios and on stage to get some of his sounds right. I remember hearing about it when this song first came out - specifically around the foot stomp. I don't know much about it but it's not just a foot stomp.

Every time I hear their version of Mary did you know I get goosebumps.

Pentatonix are exceptional singers; it's so amazing how their voices blend; they're all different

You gotta check out "Mary Did You Know" by Pentatonix. They chose a cave system as the backdrop and the accoustics are tremendous. I really can't tell if they recorded there or in a studio, but it could be either at points. With quality headphones you can hear the wind whispering through and a slight echoing. Plus, you get to hear Kevin (the percussionist/beatboxer) deliver his angelic voice as well. And, it is also a Christian based song. They have also done "Little Drummer Boy" and many Christmas carols.

Kevin’s percussion is always so realistic. I love them so much

I would also recommend Home Free's "How great thou art". Awesome version of that song

Ahhhhmazing a cappella group. Saw them in concert last December and those five voices filled up a stadium of thousands of people!

Avi sings overtones. A continuous long low note at the same time he is also doing the lion sleeps tonight!

My favorite song by them, brings me to tears everytime.

Yes, when I had a full sound system in my car, the bass on PTX songs would legit make mh sub hit. It was amazing.

The ironic part about this is that a lot of the religious symbols in Hallelujah point towards Leonard's secularism.

What a wonderful collaboration of God’s blessings! God blessed each with a gorgeous voice

Imagine, Bohemian Rhapsody, sound of Silence, Mary Did You Know. They have so many awesome covers.

Just so you know, I love how you listen. I love how you hear. Thanks.

Loved your reaction! New sub! They have a great cover of “Mary Did You Know” that you might like, the official video. They also have a live performance of “Aha!” From the Star Vista in Singapore that’s incredible. But anything from them is gold!

React to Evolution of Michael Jackson for Raw Performance and Bohemian Rhapsody for Goosebumps Pentatonix

Bro. They're angels. God ginen talent without the wings "imagine"

This was a great review.They are soooo good!!🔥

Come back brother. Would love to see more pentatonix reactions from you God bless

Pentatonix also did "Mary Did You Know" and "Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy" that you should check out too. Another a cappella group that is amazing is Home Free. You should check out their "How Great Thou Art", "Amazing Grace", "Go Rest High On That Mountain" and "In The Blood".

"Hallelujah" as others have said is a pop song written by Leonard Cohen in 1984 that didn't really gain notoriety until it was covered by Jeff Buckley in 1994. Then its popularity exploded and it's considered one of the most covered pop songs in music history (if not the most covered pop song). There are a few really noteworthy covers like Buckley's and John Cale's (which was featured on the Shrek soundtrack and introduced the song to the younger generations), but its one of those songs where you would be more surprised a pop artist DIDN'T do a cover of it at some point. Since the song really lends itself to a more stripped down approach, most covers tend to be really sparse, where the singer just performs it solo with a single instrument. Usually it's a guitar, but I think I've heard renditions with a piano or a violin. Pentatonix's version is a bit unique since it feels faster and grander than most covers, especially ones like Buckley or Cale's where it sounds more like the singer is musing to themselves or speaking to a specific person. The meaning or emotion conveyed also tends to vary from artist to artist. There's an overarching sense of loss, but what kind of loss is usually up to the artist, and Cohen had said in multiple interviews before he passed that "there are many different hallelujahs" and that he was proud the artists who covered the song had picked up on that. For some, the song is about personal loss, romantic or sexual loss, the loss (or the gain through loss) of faith, or the loss of respect or trust. It's truly an every person's song because every person can find something in it they identify with.

the musical notes and drums come from them there is no instruments used ever... they are blessed with not only great and heavenly voices but a great ear also

If you're looking for something with a more religious bent, I'd recommend "Mary Did You Know?". It's pretty amazing.

The song was composed by Leonard Cohen from the Vietnam era. Their fullness is so illusory. For background, look up their work on "Sing-Off" where they exploded on the world of music. Now, three Grammies later they are one of very few DEFINERS of a capella music. If you like religious music, try "Mary Did You Know" and get ready to be blown away by their ability to harmonize smoothly and efficiently.

Love it!! 🎤

They are the most amazing group of none use of instruments rather using there vocals and the music they produce vocally. Amazing, truly a pleasure to hear all there be songs.

Great reaction, I'm from the Lou also! I'll have to check out some more of your reactions.

Check out Home Free singing How great thou art, go rest high on that mountain and Amazing Grace featuring Peter Hollins. Home Free is another Acapella Group

When they do that in the studio they can do it closer to the mic so it sounds more real but it is definitely all him, Kevin!

🌟GOD LOVES Y’ALL SO MUCH🌟

They discovered Kevin online playing the cello & beatboxing at the SAME time!

Greetings from Spain, Mike. I feel like you are a good man 😊

I'm sure Kevin's stuff is prettied up for the official recording, but I saw them live and he stands on this special box thing and damn does it sound accurate as hell even live like that

They are making all sounds. That is beat boy, Kevin.

I have heard this song by a gospel with a few words re ARRANGED for it to be gospel. It was totally awesome.

Kevin's drums sounds are amazing. Bohemian Rhapsody is worth a watch for that alone. And Guitar Mitch. More PTX? Subscribing! What sort of music do you like? PTX has so much, it would help to know what moves you, what you're into, etc. Lush 5-part harmonies? Imagine or Mary, Did You Know. Hip Hop? Are That Somebody x New Rules, Problem, Can't Hold Us. Or, take a look at their videos and pick covers of songs you like -- you are sure to be impressed!

It's a studio recording they're singing over for the video, of course; out on a salt lakebed Kevin's beatboxing would not sound quite so full...but that's what it is.

You listen with your brain, because of your producer background. Loved your thoughts on it. Thanks!

Yay! More PTX! How about reacting to Macklemore & Lewis' Can't Hold Us or their original, Love Again with Kevin & Avi's sound effects.

Definitely subscribing since you're a gospel musician. Wish there were more channels of gospel music. A cappella and sounds by beat boxer Kevin. He's also a fabulous tenor and plays musical instruments. Mary Did You know (gospel) is absolutely beautiful as well as Sounds of Silence.

You’d love “Mary Did You Know?” By this group!!!

Really enjoyed your reaction, thank you! :)

Pentagon is the most amazing a Capella group I have ever heard!. The guy making the percussion sounds is spot on! They ALL have great voices!

Oh, man....I bet you would love their version of "Oh, Come All Ye Faithful" - it's the one I think most comes across as gospel, plus it's a unique interpretation of the song :-)

You had the best commentary of any review of this video that I've seen, and I've seen many reviews of this song. If I'm not paying attention, I forget there are no instruments.

Chills over and over.

Gospel music is your genre then you got to watch David Phelps’ Oh holy night, the one where he wears a green sweater kind of an out fit. He’ll blow up your mind half way through the song and the second half is phenomenal.

U took this like a G... Bcuz I was bawling my eyes out the first time I heard this.

I'm in AWE. it takes your breath away. GREAT JOB !!!!!

What Christmas Means to Me is a really good showcase of Kevin's percussion skills. It will blow you away.

As an atheist I have to be the best person to say that this version of this song is a religious experience. It makes me "feel" even if it doesn't change my beliefs. A great song done really well.

Home Free also does some lovely gospel. "Go rest high on that mountain" and "how great thou art" are amazing

I love the more religious lyrics to this song. The music is beautiful and I loved each and every person or components of their performance. These young people are so gifted. I hope they live long and continue to work together to form an amazing full wall of sound. Each member of the group is a stellar musician. Together they form something several levels higher.

I appreciate that you didn't keep pausing the song to speak about the video. You enjoyed the song *almost* all the way through. They give me goosebumps, the way their voices meld so well together. ❤️

The beat boxer, Kevin, is a multi talented cello boxer & vocalist. No instruments except the very few times he brings out the cello. Mitch, the thin guy with the bolero hat on has perfect pitch and 6 ranges. Play Aha! Live from singapore...make sure that's the version u play!!

Yes sir,praise God.jesus is love

BLESS YOUR HEART!

They are an A cappella group. A darn good one too!

Love love this group. They sound just as amazing in concert

In most songs (almost all of them, this one included) the percussion relies on Kevin’s beatboxing abilities and the ocasional stomp/clapping you saw on the video. It’s really cool The bass also helps a lot sometimes

Mary did you know, is my favourite. They really are impressive. No many how many times I listen to them they give me goosebumps.

I have Loved this version of Hallelujah for a long time! Pentatonix is outstanding!

Definitely listen to their Christmas albums.

They had a Christmas special one year and they sang this live in front of an audience and it practically sounded the same! The Pentatonix pride themselves in creating all of the musical sounds by only their voices and nothing else. I watched them live before and man, they sound no different from their KZfaq videos...freaking amazing! They have already won 3 Grammy awards and are considered the best acapella group in the world....

Kevin is a master with beatbox drum sounds.

My favorite of theirs is "Mary, Did You Know"!!!!

What makes them outstand all others is they perform with no band or orchestra..their voices are all the instruments they need...Kevin Oulousa is referred to as a beatboxer and what you hear is real... no percussion just kevin

This song was written by Leonard Cohen. Upon reading the lyrics, it seems to me that it reflects the struggle and human misunderstanding of The Creator; and yet still we reach for Him with a cold and broken HalleluJah!

I love them I saw them ! They do a lot of gospel but their stuff is every thing , I love Mitch's voice

The Prayer is awesome too!

Great reaction Mike 👍🏻🥰‼️ My son’s name is Mike too.

The do an incredible Amazing Grace / My Chains are gone as well as Mary did you Know. 2 of their absolute best and happen to be contemporaryChristian songs. You will love them both!

That guy is the "beat box"!

this performance is my most favorite second most favorite production ever!!!!! I'm talking sound and voice quality. If I only had three songs to take to a desert island ... this is a must.

They are VERY talented. It would be wonderful if they would accept the Lord and sing only for HIM.

I think you would really appreciate Pentatonix version of "Mary did you Know" Mary in this song is the mother of Christ

Great reaction! This is a perspective I hadn't seen yet in a reaction video. Thanks! :)

The guy is really good playing music with his hands