Yeah, Mitch is a special breed. The group has been asked several times who they think the best singer in the group is…everyone but Mitch points to Mitch. They realize what a unicorn he is. The fact that they are all amazing singers but choose to sing together is a gift to us all. Love your reactions. Welcome to the rabbit hole.

Mitch's effortless performance is by the grace of being a rare natural born counter tenor (many believe there is only one born to a generation). His talent was not so much gifted to him by God but to the world.

In case you haven’t been told yet, Mitch is a counter tenor with a 6-octave range. A truly exquisite voice. Kirstie is a mezzo soprano but rarely hits her upper range. When she does, it’s always something special.

I've said before and I'll say it again. When God needs to send his Angels for singing lessons they show up at Pentatonix door. Singers with perfect pitch are rare but Mitch combined it with perfect musical instincts. He's the total package.

Music heals, music thrills. Without music, I could not live.

The reason Mitch's solo sounds effortless is that it IS effortless. This song is right in Mitch's sweet spot, the range he's most comfortable with. Yes, when he switches from chest voice to head voice he does it flawlessly, without a hitch, and yes, that comes from training, which by now is ingrained in him, but this is Mitch singing something beautiful for the joy of singing something beautiful. I'm just glad he shares the beauty with us.

Scott is a natural baritone but we seldom get to hear it like this. He can and does sing everything from bass to high tenor. They are ALL amazing singers and human beings.

In the recording evergreen video, Kevin asks Kirstie if she's doing the first part. She responds, "no, Mitch is doing that". Kevin nods "Oh, OK", like it's a natural choice for the band to feature their male countertenor on a female part. As others noted, the making video gives insight into the teamwork they bring to arranging, re-arranging, and recording of their work. It's worth 17 ish minutes to watch on your own.

What a lovely and genuine reaction. They really don't pull any punches on this one. They go "Oh, are those your heartstrings? I'll just play with those for a while".

Dude... intense one. When Kirstie belts it is something isn't it? I've heard this a million times but it never gets old. PTX at their best. ☮

Hands down this is definitely my favorite version, they were robbed from The Grammy’s this year, Michael Buble beat them with his album (I like Michael Buble) but this cover is Grammy and Every Award Worthy

It is so beautiful, it's almost .... painful. Like, ripping the breath out of your lungs painful. Like you almost can't breathe. It's that impactful.

The trio is amazing in this as usual. I think sometimes Matt and Kevin get overlooked a bit in songs where they don't have solos. This entire song rests on the bass and beats provided by Matt and KO. They give the piece power, drive, and an anchor. Great reaction.

Great Reaction -- No matter what kind of music we prefer we all can recognize "greatness."

OMG, How Beautiful, What a great Prayer!!😢😢😢❤❤❤❤

You are correct, it NEVER gets old. Thank you for sharing your emotions, Watching it through your eyes was like watching it for the first time for me. SO good!!!

No it never gets old. They are just amazing. Speaking of Amazing.. Amazing Grace is awesome by them as well. As everything is.

What a perfect, amazing, reaction! This is one of their most beautiful arrangements - a masterpiece from start to finish. The whole album it is on, "Evergreen," was up for a Grammy. I was sure this song alone would ensure a win, but not this time (they have 3 Grammys already, though). They also did a little mini-documentary about the making of "Evergreen," which is cool to watch. They had all individually done their parts for this song except Kirstie, who was doing it at the time of filming. The hadn't performed it together, yet. They all sat Kirstie down and played her the almost completed piece and she was so hyped by how good it sounded! Yes, Mitch is incredibly gifted. Back when they were on the Sing Off, 11 or 12 years ago, Kirstie burst into tears because she was so happy that Mitch's voice was going to be heard. I gotta say, I feel the same way, Kirstin! I want everyone on Earth to hear that voice, and this group as a whole. They all have huge ranges, and monster skills! Nobody belts like Kirstie, who just got engaged, is a new Mom, put out an amazing solo album, "Love," and has been on Broadway in "Kinky Boots." Scott has so much soul and is so versatile, just got engaged, put out his first solo song, "Mars" about his fiance, Mark, and he mentors other acapella groups including an all female one, "Citizen Queen," and a children's one, "AcaPop Kids." Kevin is a Renaissance man who can sing, play cello, beatbox, cellobox, play saxaphone, speak several languages including Mandarin fluently, has a Pre-Med degree from Yale, does a faith podcast, is a husband and father, and he puts out solo tracks, too. Matt's voice is so beautiful and warm, and he is a bright shining light of a human being (I don't know where he gets his energy!) and he just got married last year. As for Mitch, he and Scott put out an EP of just the two of them a few years ago under the name "Superfruit," that has a sort of 80's vibe and I listen to it all the time, along with his unique and artistic solo work under the name "Messer." We warned you...this rabbit hole is deeeeeeep!

Mitch not only has an effortless beautiful voice and beautiful vibrato but it’s what his voice makes you feel that is truly amazing. A entire group of talented aliens for sure. Skol from a Wisconsin Viking!

I’ve been in love with them since 2011 when they were on Sing Off. Some of the best vocals I’ve ever heard. Their arrangements even in the early days were innovative and stunning. They were 18/19 years old then and Sara Bareillis told them they were going to be stars. She wasn’t wrong. They just get better every year.

Mitch's counter tenor voice gets people every time. He is truly a special talent. They all have wonderful voices that compliment each other.

Mitch always makes me weep. And when the others join in, divine!

When other singers are belting, Mitch raises an eyebrow and just sings. 😘 On old Pentatonix original (with Avi ❤) is Run to you. Oh. My. Word.

Have you seen the Pentatonix and Bocelli collab for Do You Hear What I hear? That is a masterpiece above masterpieces. It features Andrea, Matteo and Virgina Bocelli all singing with Pentatonix. You really can't go wrong with anything Pentatonix does. Their originals are every bit as incredible as their upgrades.

Great reaction, Mitch has that effect on me and thousands of other Pentaholics. His voice reaches into your soul and grabs your heart. The to and fro between Scott and Mitch on this one is one of the most beautiful things I've ever heard. They really should have got a Grammy for this one. They were nominated for the album it's on, Evergreen, but they missed out to Michael Buble. They woz robbed!

Can't help it... I love Scott.... every one of them are angels.

Nope, never gets old. Please continue this journey of exceptional music rabbit hole. Thank you for giving credit to Kevin's work in this. Not many people do and they do not realize how much it would be missed if he wasn't there. I have subscribed hoping to follow your journey.

Welcome to the pentafam, pentaholic. So glad to have you on board. I’ve heard this cover over 100 times and it never gets old. They made a video of the creation of the album this song is on, with a lot of footage making this cover. It’s from their Evergreen album, which was nominated for a Grammy. It is also wonderful to see the group’s love for each other during that video of the making of Evergreen. I recommend it. Thank you so much for your emotional and appreciative reaction. I look forward to more of your PTX reactions.

PTX's version of this song brings me to tears EVERY time!!! Perfect! So moving!

Great Mitch slap. LOL. I honestly believe this is Mitch in his most comfortable range. I totally agree he just owns this song. I have some vical training, so I understand what I am hearing. He gives me chills every time.

I tell this story to every reactor that watches this video. This song literally saved me from severe pain. I had just had surgery for kidney cancer the morning this video came out. I was in so much pain, I couldn't sleep, and I was scared and alone (thanks to COVID). After watching this video, my tears of pain turned to tears of joy and hope, and I was able to get some rest. Best experience of my life was getting to share that story with Pentatonix at their concert this past December. They are miracle workers. Wonderful reaction, you are a good soul. ❤

Showed to the party late as usual... heartfelt reactions are my favorite. Had me crying 😢 I really enjoy your reactions. Stay true to yourself!

I enjoyed your reaction to this beautiful Pentatonix video. Thank you. They are amazing. There is a Behind The Scenes video for this one which you may find interesting. Their version of "Amazing Grace" is incredible. I look forward to your reaction to it. Mitch's voice will surprise you in that one.

God given talent. Angelic voices. This must be what eternity in heaven sounds like. Josh Groban performs an equally perfect version. All have truly been blessed to be able to touch our hearts & our souls through their amazing talents. Euphoric 😇

Pure Pentatonix Perfection - in every way. They are all five fantastic, individually and together. Mitch owned this from the start singing with such conviction and clarity, the notes he hits and holes, those runs and vibratos - skilled counter tenor perfection. Scott with his baritone and singing so strongly in Italian. Kirstie with that sharp belting vibrato. Matt on that bass underneath. Kevin with all the percussion and sounds. The solos, the duets, the call and response, the echoes, the wall of sound, the videography. All perfection. Thanks for your reaction. Welcome to our world - we are Pentaholics. More PTX please - only about 250 songs to go - covers and originals, music videos and live performances and just about every genre.

He is as effortless on the live shows as well

It’s amazing the emotions this group pulls out of us who listen to their music 🎶

My bf just discovered your channel and just this second showed me this video. An interesting fact about The Prayer, it was originally written with Celine and Andrea in mind for the movie Quest for Camelot(Celine english version Andrea Italian version of the movie). The Prayer was a song in the movie about protecting her daughter while she runs for help. It eventually became a duet with Celine and Andrea. That said, the first few times I watched this, I sobbed. I love watching people react to it and I hadn't cried in awhile and because you did, I did. I do also recommend you try Sound of Silence. (I'm guessing you know but in case you don't:) It's originally by Simon and Garfunkel and Disturbed did a cover of it(which the video is amazing.) Pentatonix also did a cover and while I didn't like it at first, the more reaction videos I watched, I was hooked. Enjoy!

I've been with the Pentatonix since they were on The Sing-Off. You're right it never gets old! If you want to hear something that will truly knock your socks off, do "Aha" live at Singapore. But please watch the video first. Will give you some context of what is happening on stage. All five of them are there you just don't see Kevin. He just got done doing a cello solo and is putting his cello away while they are doing the operatic portion.

At 20 seconds what they are doing is giving you a blanket and tissues because your world is about to be ROCKED

Please add 'Prayers for this world' to your list. I really enjoy how you react to their songs. It's like I'm experiencing my own first reaction to the songs.

ha wonderful reaction, love it when a real Metal Man can have tears of joy :)

It doesn’t get old. I have watched PTX do this song close to 100 times. Just perfection. Why they didn’t get a Grammy for this is BEYOND me. This song turned me into a Pentaholic the minute I heard it the first of 20 times in a row. I laughed when they were all coming together, and you said “Uh oh…Uh oh”. At that moment, I knew you were a Pentaholic because you could predict the epic wall of sound that was about to commence 😁. Please watch Amazing Grace next- it is in my top 3. Love your reactions!

Awesome and Mitch's voice is unbelievable

Scott's voice just melts me. I simply enjoy listening to him.

the effortlessness is what makes them so special like you said about Mitch. His voice is incredible, all members of PTX are incredible, Mitch just has that extra special something about him.

I loved your reactions and comments to Pentatonix " Prayer"❤❤

Nah man, when this 1st came out I cried, just from the absolute beauty. Nope doesn't get old LOL. "Aha" live at Singapore Mitch GOES OFF!!!! Loved it man!

Pentatonix is amazing! They bring so many emotions out and literal goosebumps for me. Hallelujah is one that crumbles but also uplifts me. So talented

Pentatonix had a way of Making you FEEL when they sing. Mitch and Kirstin have both made me cry. Even when you cry PTX always makes you feel uplifted 😊 if you haven’t already you should Check out their original song “Sing” ❤❤❤

Those happy tears are the best, aren’t they? It really doesn’t get old. I could (and I actually do) listen to PTX all day. Thanks for sharing your beautiful reaction. Welcome home Pentaholic!

So beautiful, i would say their best! And they’ve had a lot of great ones

We the Pentaholics welcome you into our ranks. It doesn’t get old being a Pentaholic. I can listen to them daily. I hope you do their cover of Imagine.

Thank you for sharing this reaction. I enjoyed feeling everything all over again for this song, which I first heard more than a year ago. The duet in the beginning draws on the long history that Scott and Mitch have, going back to when they were 8 years old and in community children's theater together. They dated briefly in high school, then lived together as friends for years after the group came together as Pentatonix on The Sing-Off. They have been singing together for going on 2 decades, so the natural balance of this performance is not a shock to many of us. But it's still magic! Then when the group comes together, everything good expands geometrically. Kevin's kettledrums are amazing, Matt's bass carries the whole thing, and Kirstin's belting is inspired. Someone downthread mentioned the documentary The Recording of Evergreen. I highly recommend it as well.

Pentatonix is simply STUNNING ❤️🔥🙌

It was such a pleasure watching you watch this! They do these big songs so well, and, as you said, effortlessly. I can’t sing at all but they always make me want to sing along. Welcome to the family, Amazing Grace and Imagine are spectacular as well, and try Can’t Hold Us and Come Along for something completely different. Peace …

This is one of their best. Everyone contributed 110% on this song. There is a video of them doing it live and it’s amazing too. I’ve heard the Bocelli/Dion version many times and always loved it. I’m glad PTX covered it and created this beautiful video. There is a BTS video about them filming it. Hard to believe this is a set because it looks so real. I know you reacted to the Evergreen documentary so you know how it impacted them. Also PTX did a song, Do You Hear What I Hear, with Bocellis. No video but it’s a beautiful rendition of the song. Thank you for the heartfelt reactions. ❤

The incomparable 'wall of sound'...

Brother, me too man. Seriously they get me everytime. Special is the only thing you can say.

Yo! Mister Viking! I absolutely LOVE your reaction to this group's incredible performance of "The Prayer!" You definitely appreciate the beauty that is music! And yes, Mitch's tenor vocal is unmatched and surreal! Pentatonix is addictive for the mind, soul and body! Music BRINGS SOULS TOGETHER! Big, big hugs to you mister Viking! 🤗

I don’t hear their individual voices anymore when they sing together (due to Deafness), but maaaann their harmonies are still so beautiful even with it sounding like they singing under water! I have love this group since they won the A Capella voice competition with Avi Kaplan and never have any bad things to say about their music. They are all geniuses ❤🤟🏼 😭🤩

It shows that you really FEEL the music. It hits me the same way. Definitely do Imagine, that one especially gets me every time.

4:41 "I always wonder...." No, sir. You are very much not alone in that reaction. What many singers lack in their music is what Pentatonix has in shocking abundance. That is the ability to put their heart and soul into their voices.

Mitch effects me in exactly the same way. Their music is truly a "thing of beauty" as you said. I agree, it's mindboggling how effortless Mitches singing is. That just proves how much of a gift it is. If you react to their "Making of Evergreen" you will see their process in recording and producing this song, then their reaction at hearing it for the first time. It's a wonder. Thank you for this beautiful reaction.

You are NOT alone! A beautifully performed song always makes me cry, and THIS had me bringing out the tissues!

Your reaction, and honest emotion is beautiful....

I wanted to say this about Pentatonix: One of the reasons why their fanbase is so loyal and we ride for them so intensely is not ONLY because they are the most amazing singers both individually and together, but because of how they treat their fans. They are so generous and involved with their fandom, they include a VIP session at every show where they do a soundcheck for us, answer questions, and take photos (even in these pandemic times, though they can't get as close to the fans as they would like for safety reasons, they still take that time out of their touring schedule to do that for us), they provide us with so much behind the scenes fun (and this is where you really get to know them which only makes us love them more because you see how down to earth they are)...they are just incredible and I feel blessed that I chose them to Stan way back during The Sing Off days.

I do not know how many times I've come back to this reaction to see your amazement and emotion It seems like The firt time Ive seen it too. TY for your awesome reactions.

I swear, Mitch has the most beautiful countertenor voice I've ever heard.

Mitch has one of the most beautiful and unique voices I’ve ever heard.

Ohhh, I am looking forward to this!

Its incredible to me how Mitch can complement Kirstie (and vice versa) on the high notes as well as scott (and vice versa) on the lower range. Also how all of them manage to harmonise in a way thats really pleasent to the ear

Yeah i get you with the tears, because that's me as well when music speaks to my soul i cry. My daughter and grandchildren just sit with me still and listen till the end, then they gave me a big hug and said i love you. So from me to you a big hug and lots of ❤

With a catalog of close to 300 songs, upgrades and originals, you have a LONG way to go!! Warning: it doesn't stop. Their cover of My Heart With You and their original Run To You show cases their perfect harmonies...no bass or beatboxing. There is NO bad song to choose and I love watching you discover them!!!

At 5:50 you hear the supreme artistry and musicianship of Mitch. When he hits the final note of the phrase he hits ut and holds it without a trace of vibrato then adds a trill before resolving the chord with just the tiniest hint of perfectly controlled vibrato to warm up the note. The amazing part is that he doesn't think about it. He just knows when and how much of each effect is needed all the while tuning his note to perfection. Mitch Grassi is an incredible talent in a group of outstanding musicians. What makes it feel effortless is due to a few factors. First, each of them has an incredible range, and the arrangements take full advantage of that without any pushing of the range boundaries. The second factor is that all 5 know how to breathe, so they are not straining to make the sound. Finally, each has the "ear" to know how, when, and where to place a note within a chord structure. A rare gift in any group, but to hear all 5 doing it so naturally is beyond amazing. The funny thing is that if you put these amazing voices on an oscilloscope, my bet is that virtually no notes would be bang in absolute tune. They tune to each other, which is why the sound is so warm and comforting.

Oh I hope you will do Amazing Grace next. It is also amazing. I enjoyed your heartfelt reaction to this angelic upgrade of The Prayer. And yes, I believe you have officially become a Pentaholic. Welcome to the fold.

My favorite song! They are phenomenal!!!

June 1st, 2024 👋 British Columbia Canada 🇨🇦 Pentatonix does amazing once again 👏 Love them 💕 Thank you for this 🎶

Can never hear this too many times. As other have suggested, do wish you would react to "Recording of Evergreen" to see how they make the magic.

You are NOT alone.... I connect EVERY👏. SINGLE👏. EMOTION👏. to music!! 👏

It feels so good to know, I'm not the only one whos's crying every single time 🥰

My first time hearing them out of this world absolutely fantastic angelic I can't say enough about this

You are NOT alone... music reaches to the deepest places of our hearts.

Your reaction to this is so true, as someone who has very strong emotions to music and beauty too. This is how I feel with incredible music or incredible moments of beautiful, harmonious humanity ever, and Pentatonix is one of those groups who stirs everything in you.

Wonderful and heartfelt reaction. Thank you.

I first heard Pentatonix when my girls were teens. I now have great grandkids and am in my 70s. I loved them then and love them even more now. Nobody can do "The Prayer" better than this. It is beautiful and I could listen to it over and over. They are amazing. My daughters loved them too. Their voices blend so beautifully. I haven't listened to them for a while now but intend to revisit the old songs and listen to the ones I haven't heard. Thank you, I love your reactions to them.

It’s such a joy to hear their voices evolve and get richer and smoother over time as their skills grow more agile and precise. There isn’t a performance that doesn’t touch the soul. All of them are master craftsmen of the highest order.

I have the same reaction to certain classical Opera singers. There is a soul to Opera, just as there is a soul to the violin, cello piano, flute, and harp. When the operatic vocals start, I'm an instant mess!! I understand your reaction!!

I cry every time I watch this !!! PTX is full of caring, love and they make every song special, so much emotion !!! Thank you. ❤😂 I subscribed.

nothing brings me to tears quicker than heartfelt song. You are not alone.

Danke, dass du deine Gefühle so ehrlich zeigen kannst, das ist auch wahre Schönheit. 🤗

Mad World (hauntingly beautiful), Imagine, Amazing Grace (be prepared to cry lol) and Sound of Silence (love Matt in this one) are all musts! Who am I kidding, every Pentatonix song is a must, but these are just a few of my favorites!

I have watched this reaction of yours WAY more than once, because your "Metal Head"/"Viking" monikers sort of belie the fact that you're a big ol' softie... and I like that! Keep on keepin' on and I'll be back to watch this one again, of course, and many others! Oh yeah... you are most definitely not alone in having big emotions when it comes to beauty and music in particular.

Now this is what music is all about beautiful stunning voices and not morally corrupt thank you absolutely amazing great artists.

Imagine is amazing. It will make you cry or at least very emotional.

Thought I would view some of your older, reactions. I'm not disappointed. You are not alone with how music impacts us emotionally.

Can you believe that Scott, Mitch, and Kersten all went to school together….3 voices that great going to school together!!!! Scott brought them together!!!

No worries brought tears to my eyes too. Wonderful song, I had never heard it before.

"I will not say: do not weep; for not all tears are an evil". 😘 I like watching these reaction videos because of the happiness when you realise that the effect of the Mitch-slap is universal. But when I see it hit so hard that it breaks through the stereotypes and cultural taboo of "men don't cry/show emotions”... Oooh, it give me the full-body tingle! 😊 Big hugs from Spain ❤

Welcome to the fold! I LOVE how into the videos you get. That you stop and go back and just EXPERIENCE both the song and the visuals. This was a truly wonderful Mitch-slap. The effortlessness with which Mitch produces these insane performances it a constant source of amazement to us all. You need to do another double feature of their official video for 'Aha!' and the live version of that. I think you've come far enough in your journey as a Pentaholic to be able to truly appreciate that. Also, Avi has a solo career now. You really, really, REALLY need to check out his 'Change on the Rise'. It's actually a very nordic sounding song and Avi gets to just go to town with that deep, buttery voice of his.