Imagine, Makes a Pro Singer Cry | First Time Pentatonix Reaction & Review

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  • Professional Singer and performer Barry reacts and reviews the official video of Imagine by Pentatonix. Barry delivers his professional opinion of Pentatonix performing the beautiful John Lennon classic Imagine in an educational yet entertaining way. Come join Barry as he discovers the everything Pentatonix has to offer. Reacting and reviewing every one of their songs and different performances of the same songs. Jump onboard the Barry bus by subscribing and join him on his PTX journey as he discovers the Pure Perfection of Pentatonix.
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  • @ItsmeBarry
    @ItsmeBarry  Před rokem +7

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    • @stormdancer0
      @stormdancer0 Před rokem +1

      Is there anything more horrific than imagining there's no heaven?
      Never liked the beatles, and this song is a primary reason. This song creeps me out.

  • @albertmaneri8224
    @albertmaneri8224 Před 3 lety +203

    Barry, there's so much to this arrangement. When the soloist says you may say I'm a dreamer, the chorus calls him dreamer.. the same with no the only one. The card is passed to the next person displays what they share in common. A brotherhood of man just as that card is passed. The breakdown after Kirsten creates dissonance that crescendo as all their voices reach "one" in unison, reaffirms their unity. Five people so different singing as ONE. This is a masterpiece of intense intention in arrangement!

  • @jimbo92107
    @jimbo92107 Před 3 lety +179

    That take on "imagine" was a masterpiece that John Lennon would be proud of.

  • @gaynora1858
    @gaynora1858 Před rokem +9

    Awwww Barry - you touch my heart. I love the fact that you don't try to hide it when PTX gets you teary eyed. I shows that you allow them to touch your soul. Keep on doing what you do. Hugs!! I need to find a video of you singing.

    • @ItsmeBarry
      @ItsmeBarry  Před rokem +3

      Thank you Gaynor, I only have a few videos that I sing along with the act I’m reacting to. I did publish a full song on this channel, it’s just a rehearsal recording but it’s a live vocal, so it gives you a little hint of how I sound 👉czcams.com/video/RSBIakgWWWU/video.html
      There are also other little A Capella recordings on my second channel if you’d like to give them a listen.
      B☘️

    • @gaynora1858
      @gaynora1858 Před rokem +3

      @@ItsmeBarry OH MY GOD!!!!! You have an amazing voice. You made me cry. There is a purity to your tone that simply blew me away. If anyone else is reading this, the link that Barry shared above is him singing. Well worth a listen. Thanks so much for sharing your voice with me Barry.

  • @joanmilano5302
    @joanmilano5302 Před 3 lety +5

    This group can do no wrong!!! This gave me goosebumps. The world needs this song right now.

  • @Dvergenlied
    @Dvergenlied Před 3 lety +141

    Cannot listen to this song without getting chills, every time. And I think anyone who’s spent any time singing loses the battle to sing along with PTX, especially this song. Love seeing people get swept away by good music. Cheers, Barry.

    • @Spartan_777
      @Spartan_777 Před 3 lety +4

      Listening to PTX has helped my mediocre skills just from seeing what CAN be done and trying new things. Such amazing arrangements and deliveries.

    • @elizabethhostetter1946
      @elizabethhostetter1946 Před 3 lety +4

      or picking out a cool part and trying to follow and learn it . . . ;)

    • @kayomholt-montague7661
      @kayomholt-montague7661 Před 3 lety

      By SUPERB music!

  • @detrix42
    @detrix42 Před 3 lety +4

    I get misty eyed every time I listen to this song. It's that good!

  • @gsnuffy3
    @gsnuffy3 Před 3 lety +64

    Hi Barry, your facial expressions show what’s in your heart! You’re awesome!!!🙋‍♀️

  • @jeffreyfouty5165
    @jeffreyfouty5165 Před 3 lety +3

    I just really enjoy how much you enjoy music when it’s clearly hitting you hard!! Wonderful....again...lol

  • @jemmatantram2038
    @jemmatantram2038 Před 3 lety +2

    I've been a pentaholic for a while now, and just watching Barry's face is taking me back to the first time I found them

  • @rme990512
    @rme990512 Před 3 lety +3

    I love that you love Pentatonix, they're my favorite a Cappella group ever..Followed them a very long time.

  • @jessicajones641
    @jessicajones641 Před 3 lety +93

    I love, when they pass the board around, the word they pass off is what they share in common with each other (Mitch and Scott being part of the LGBTQ+ community, Scott and Avi being men, Avi and Kevin being American, and Kevin and Kirstin being Christian. They have their differences and their similarities 💕💕

  • @AngelaCharsha
    @AngelaCharsha Před 3 lety +3

    IMO Scott always has that love and warmth in his voice.

  • @donaldparlettjr3295
    @donaldparlettjr3295 Před 3 lety +5

    I call it "being Pentacized" they can take any song and make it better. They are unbelievably talented.

  • @cyndid7555
    @cyndid7555 Před 2 lety +3

    The ending of this when they go into the most harmony ever, is the absolute most blessed thing ever!!!

  • @dianethompson9525
    @dianethompson9525 Před 3 lety +2

    Their “Mary Did You Know”. Will have you crying!!

  • @llewisdolphins
    @llewisdolphins Před 3 lety +3

    I agree with everything you said! They have many tear jerker songs and completely acapella. Something so fresh, beautiful and full of great messages.

  • @MariaGolay
    @MariaGolay Před 3 lety +3

    I love your reaction to this video. This song is so powerful!!!

  • @manhattanmama4192
    @manhattanmama4192 Před 2 lety +2

    My reactions to Pentatonix are always the same as yours. Goosebumps, tears, joy. Im so glad I found them years ago. They always seem to heal my heart when I am troubled.

  • @ohjalapeno
    @ohjalapeno Před 3 lety +2

    Omg. I’ve heard this a hundred times but still I’m in tears. I think you, Barry, had a big part in these tears. Your reactions are so heartfelt.....

  • @triciareed4965
    @triciareed4965 Před 3 lety +3

    Have heard this version a lot, it's one of my favorites they have ever covered, and I still cry every time.

  • @DownundaThunda
    @DownundaThunda Před 3 lety +3

    I can't help but cry every time I watch this video... And I just watched it twice with you... I am an absolute mess. This is one of, if not the greatest music video that Pentatonix have released... and the message behind both the song and the video itself is just heartwarming. We are all just Human. Why can't we all get along?

  • @elaynachigbrow8301
    @elaynachigbrow8301 Před rokem +3

    You make it more special to hear these songs and watch your reaction

  • @amandasamson4513
    @amandasamson4513 Před 3 lety +4

    I love your voice and hearing you Harmonize, no apology needed, it's a beautiful song that makes us feel things.

  • @Seriphina
    @Seriphina Před 3 lety +3

    I just take an involuntary deep breath in every time I hear this song when they hit that climax. It is just stunning!

  • @rickdickerson1204
    @rickdickerson1204 Před 3 lety +3

    I think that card was amazing, how the writing changed so fast. And of course their collective performance as always is phenomenal. 😍 And Thankyou Barry for the wonderful honesty of your reaction. :)

  • @Jaybo1962
    @Jaybo1962 Před 3 lety +7

    That Pentatonix "Wall of Sound"! Gets me every time.

  • @stevensallsorts
    @stevensallsorts Před 3 lety +182

    You've been through emotional wringer last few, I suggest their original " sing " to lift spirits

  • @odettesummers8229
    @odettesummers8229 Před 3 lety +3

    They are awesome and I love them, your reactions are splendid!

  • @trishradloff2421
    @trishradloff2421 Před 2 lety +2

    The song still brings tears to my eyes.

  • @celine_poike
    @celine_poike Před 3 lety +7

    What makes this video even more perfect is how personal it is for them. Have you noticed that what's written on the board is who they are? And when they pass it to the next person, it represents what those two have in common. And then they flip it to let you know what's different about them.

  • @user-zo9nn8le1k
    @user-zo9nn8le1k Před rokem +4

    Barry the way you sing with them, you can really join them...the way Pentatonix can move not only you but a lot of us. Always ready to compliment them shows you are a true artist yourself. Pure soul you have Barry!!! Stay true to your reactions, We love you from your BB's♥️

  • @cynthiajfannin7986
    @cynthiajfannin7986 Před 2 lety +3

    …and the tears filled my eyes until everything was a blur. Beautiful and powerful song 🎶🥰

  • @antimatterexplodes4014
    @antimatterexplodes4014 Před 3 lety +5

    Musically, I adore how they split the harmonies all the way through, until the very last phrase, when they sing in perfect unison about living as one...

  • @susanpeguero6572
    @susanpeguero6572 Před 3 lety +2

    The cadenza is a choir of angels!

  • @christinaconnery9419
    @christinaconnery9419 Před 3 lety +1

    I had the luxury to see this live when they came to my local venue.
    Absoltely beautiful.

  • @tracey2156
    @tracey2156 Před 3 lety +8

    When I first saw this Pentatonix video, my first thought was they embodied the message that John Lennon was trying to convey with this song. I feel like John would be proud of this.

  • @kalayne6713
    @kalayne6713 Před rokem +2

    I am sitting in the doctors talking to a stranger from my town...we are both Pentaholics...what a special moment. Its great knowing that as I am doing the washing up listening to Pentatonix, he is under his car fixing the oil leak listening to Pentatonix, too. Love to you, Barry, from Australia.💜

  • @Mahiahtree
    @Mahiahtree Před 3 lety +7

    I love that video, too! ...and your reaction. Love it. Thank you, Barry.

  • @christellekhalil1738
    @christellekhalil1738 Před 3 lety +49

    I get chills every time I listen to this song.
    Maybe their cover of “Can’t help falling in love” would be next?

    • @cynthiabruce-marzenska5024
      @cynthiabruce-marzenska5024 Před 3 lety +4

      John Lennon’s music is (he may not be with us anymore, but his music still is) so beautiful - especially when sung in such beautiful harmonies. This song could have been written for Pentatonix - just so lovely with their voices. They have such a wonderful balance of quality and timbre of voices. Your cats don’t harass you during these recordings? My cat jumps up for vocals she likes (Dimash, Pentatonix are favourites.). This is a lovely, simple video. Wonderful message.

  • @Breezy-bv9te
    @Breezy-bv9te Před 3 lety +2

    Brings tears to your eyes!! Pentatonix is Amazing! Making great classics even Greater! 🤗🤗

  • @cyndid7555
    @cyndid7555 Před 2 lety +1

    Barry..I could hear them sing ANYTHING &would love it!

  • @AmethystEagleWoman
    @AmethystEagleWoman Před 2 lety +3

    Loved the arrangement, the board and just chills in parts! These are such talented performers.

  • @janjones4772
    @janjones4772 Před 3 lety +1

    Perfect,beautiful, music, never heard such gorgeous,warming genuine,just great.👍👍👍👍👍♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️💕

  • @maureenl5255
    @maureenl5255 Před 2 lety +3

    Barry, you need to do a song 🎵 with them. Your voice 😍 sounds great with them!

  • @susilou68
    @susilou68 Před 3 lety +3

    This one should be listened to with tears! Very clever - all different, yet all the same

  • @denisehart7104
    @denisehart7104 Před 3 lety +4

    Beautiful reaction Barry ! I get goose bumps all the time with these divine people. Do try more from these passion-filled PTX songs. They have lots of Christmas songs, and
    Original songs: BE MY EYES, LOVE AGAIN, and then EVOLUTION OF RHIANNA shows off their true acapella magic, as does Kiiara's GOLD. Have fun ! Thank you

  • @bonnieflynn4798
    @bonnieflynn4798 Před 3 lety +10

    They live and sing in harmony because of their diversity. This is a plea for all of us to do the same. John Lennon would approve

  • @Mdgirlterrie
    @Mdgirlterrie Před 3 lety +1

    Beautiful I think even John likes that wherever he is now. (hugs for you again you darling man)

  • @silentsomnia3877
    @silentsomnia3877 Před 3 lety +7

    This song is a perfection. I can't wait for more. Thank you so so much!

  • @AwkwardAnxiousJennifer
    @AwkwardAnxiousJennifer Před 3 lety +25

    This is one of my favorite Pentatonix songs, and it might be my favorite video. The message is so powerful, and the harmonies are just perfect. I still sometimes get misty eyes watching!

  • @eleanorhalford9874
    @eleanorhalford9874 Před 3 lety +1

    Pentatonix has got to be the best . They are awesome! !!!

  • @adawn1111
    @adawn1111 Před 3 lety +6

    "it's like a religious experience"... 100%!! The vibration /energetic expressions PTX creates is exactly like a religious experience and they have many many many worshippers.
    Their wall of sound is so powerful ❤️

  • @countdread6467
    @countdread6467 Před 2 lety +3

    Song gave me chills because it's so powerful that brings such an important message. There is no difference between any race as we're all human. Man, woman and child. You're reaction Barry was almost the same as mine. Beautiful sir. Just beautiful.

  • @IamTigger-qe4up
    @IamTigger-qe4up Před 3 lety +5

    I just wanna say that I absolutely love your reactions. You brighten my day every time.

  • @lenellamaxwell6934
    @lenellamaxwell6934 Před 3 lety +2

    I fell in love with Pentatonix after they one the acapella singoff. They never disappoint. And now they brought me to your channel and I have become a subscriber. :-)

  • @davidbangtson3109
    @davidbangtson3109 Před 3 lety +4

    Barry, your reaction to this song was absolutely gorgeous itself. Worth it’s weight in gold. You literally felt exactly the same way I did when I heard it the first time. Wonderful job!

  • @bobfritz8705
    @bobfritz8705 Před 3 lety +16

    Barry, my reaction to your reaction is this. Barry, the bus driver of the 'Barry Bus', gives us a heartfelt and lovely review of the classic Imagine by John Lennon. As the saying goes, 'the eyes are the window to the soul', so watching this reaction-review of Pentatonix's version we can see deep into Barry's soul, and it's quite lovely. Immediately, I caught his again misty eyes opening up the door to his soul. Pentatonix shows again why they are so successful by the many layers to the song they give. This is never more evident than how each adds their layer upon layer once each member finishes holding their sign singing 'live as one', showing how each is a member of not only the group but also society as a whole. Gorgeous! Thank you Barry for another awesome and on-point reaction-review.

  • @drewmoore7094
    @drewmoore7094 Před 3 lety +15

    I don’t know the technical term for their repetitive rising layered “We’ll live as one,” but it’s gorgeous. As they say in Spinal Tap, “it goes to Eleven!”

    • @super_siri
      @super_siri Před 3 lety +3

      Most people would call it a wall of sound, which is what they eventually create. But that's not the technical term. It's call polyphonics. They do it better than almost anyone else in the business, and they do it without mechanical assistance.

  • @buddasquirrel
    @buddasquirrel Před 3 lety +18

    Hey Barry! Loved your reaction . This is one always makes me cry.

  • @susanclow5384
    @susanclow5384 Před 3 lety +1

    They sure did this song great justice. It was beautiful. They all have some beautiful voices. Music is a universal language.

  • @donnarice9965
    @donnarice9965 Před rokem +7

    I am a Beatlemaniac, but PTX just took that song to the level it should always have been. John Lennon sang it, but they made that song ring alive all that the message was intended to do. I have loved PTX since they came out with Mary, did you know and will continue listening to and experiencing them. I miss Avi. He has such a welcoming smile as he sings besides that bass voice that is superb!

  • @vivienmc5983
    @vivienmc5983 Před 3 lety +40

    I’m sure John Lennon would’ve appreciated this version and their amazing talent. They are my favourite artists along with Dimash. Keep reacting to them Barry! ♥️

  • @andreac-iheartcrossstitch
    @andreac-iheartcrossstitch Před 3 lety +11

    Fantastic reaction!!! I get full body chills and misty eye's every single time I watch it. 💜💜💜💜

  • @elaynachigbrow8301
    @elaynachigbrow8301 Před rokem +3

    Love your voice when sing along or sing alone.

  • @maeedwards8387
    @maeedwards8387 Před 3 lety +1

    This group gives me goose bumps all over!!

  • @bingobillable
    @bingobillable Před 3 lety +3

    For your next Pentatonix reaction, “Can You Feel The Love Tonight”. I think it is their absolute best.

  • @ashbrea381
    @ashbrea381 Před 3 lety +2

    Near the end, they're doing the thing that has become a PTX staple: Wall off sound followed by a slow, gentle lead out.

  • @peanutbooandcody
    @peanutbooandcody Před 2 lety +2

    Only when the power of love is greater than the love of power will we see an end to war. Let's hope it's soon... We need to hear this so much - right now!

    • @AnneMajdosz
      @AnneMajdosz Před rokem +1

      Hi John, Love your comment! Wow, you are so right! Thanks for posting this ... it's something we all need to hear! ❤🌍🌎🌏 Anne

  • @starsnkites7927
    @starsnkites7927 Před 3 lety +3

    This really is such a good Christmas song, too. Love what they did with the signs.

  • @glennreiland6854
    @glennreiland6854 Před 3 lety +2

    Jusr brings Tears to my eyes!😢

  • @KsCraftsnJewelry
    @KsCraftsnJewelry Před 2 lety +1

    My absolute favorite Pentatonix cover! Thank you, Barry!

  • @BW-lb3vd
    @BW-lb3vd Před rokem +2

    I'visited my kid and he said' it's you BARRY.I think you u have a following.

  • @stevensallsorts
    @stevensallsorts Před 3 lety +22

    Yeah this is fantastic and last thing on board they hand over is what links them

  • @kamoogy
    @kamoogy Před 3 lety +1

    I cried when I first heard their version. I'm crying again.........

  • @larrywt656
    @larrywt656 Před 3 lety +41

    In some ways, this version with the visuals (cards) is more impactful than John's original. John recorded this song almost 50 years ago and the world really hasn't changed that much...and I don't really believe it ever will unfortunately. I have the fortune and/or misfortune of being a Realist and not an Optimist, and I realize that it's naive to believe that human nature can realistically change that quickly. As for the actual recording of the song, it's always nice getting to hear Kevin take the lead. His voice is just as amazing as the rest of the group, but being perhaps the best beatboxer in the world limits him sometimes.

  • @sailormoonsault
    @sailormoonsault Před 3 lety +8

    They did a cover of the Sound of Silence that made me sob the first time I heard it. I can't just listen to it just once because there is so much to unpack each time.

  • @LeskeyC001
    @LeskeyC001 Před 3 lety +5

    Beautiful reaction Barry. This is a very moving rendition and you did it justice in your commentary. PS: I enjoyed your little cameo with PTX. It’s not often I listen to someone harmonizing with them and I think “Wow! That’s good”. Well done.

  • @karensavage5658
    @karensavage5658 Před 3 lety +1

    The first time I heard them it was in a competition with other acapela groups and they won. The first prize was a recording contract and here you are. They have never stopped producing wonderful songs.

  • @klayers1555
    @klayers1555 Před 3 lety +24

    There's just so much I love about this video. The simplicity of the set and the balck and white esthetic focuses concentration on the beautiful voices and the lovely and timely (and timeless) words of John Lennon. Avi was the perfect choice to start it out, always a treat to hear his rich, smooth voice in his upper range. Scott gets to display his soulful baritone and his mastery of runs and, of course, there's Mitch. He is so wonderfully adept and moving through his ranges with his sweet tenor voice but the little run at the end of his solo gives me chills. Kirsti gets to show the power and resonance of her amazing voice and Kevin puts the cherry on top - it's a rare pleasure to hear his sweet tenor voice. Thanks, Barry! It's what the world needs now (apologies to Burt Bacharach)...

  • @Katfancy40
    @Katfancy40 Před 3 lety +2

    Barry, we need more Barry's in this 🌎! Thank you for being you and sharing your kindness 🤗

  • @anam.negrete1210
    @anam.negrete1210 Před 3 lety +9

    Barry: thanks for your reactión about this precious song, perfect voices and gorgeous message.

  • @cherylfrady4602
    @cherylfrady4602 Před 3 lety +1

    Barry, that's the most beautiful "Wall of sound" I have ever heard. My eyes are leaking again. I love to rewatch your reactions when I'm down, it lifts me up. Thank you for just being Barry

  • @jennb2954
    @jennb2954 Před 3 lety +10

    I did see you get a little teary eyed during your initial watch. This song always gets to me too. They have so many beautiful songs to choose from. I can't wait for your next ptx reaction. ❤

  • @Spartan_777
    @Spartan_777 Před 3 lety +2

    'Can't Hold Us' and 'Rather Be' should cheer you up after this one.

  • @leighc9004
    @leighc9004 Před 3 lety +3

    Very few people can resist the magic of PTX's cover of Imagine. As evidence, I submit my husband, a Beatles purist who absolutely bristles with indignation when anyone covers one of their songs. He actually loves this cover. To answer your question, Barry, I think they would knock Prince's Raspberry Beret out of the park!

  • @gailbridgman2746
    @gailbridgman2746 Před 3 lety +1

    Mr. Barry... I love it when you can't "help yourself " Wowser .. It is too good!

  • @michaelab1128
    @michaelab1128 Před 3 lety +3

    I'd love to see your reaction their cover of The Sound of Silence!

  • @shawnarichardson1655
    @shawnarichardson1655 Před 3 lety +57

    I love watching your reactions... next? "Run to you" (an original by PTX), Sound of Silence? Gold? dive deep - Superfruit (2 PTX members, Scott and Mitch- plus 3)cover of Katy Perry's "Rise"

    • @siennaluprano8573
      @siennaluprano8573 Před 3 lety +6

      I want him to listen to Sound of Silence so bad ... it’s one of my personal faves lol

    • @annasaussieanimals4678
      @annasaussieanimals4678 Před 3 lety +5

      Ohh yes! Rise, and Lost on you that Scott does with Mario. Both those songs make me cry

  • @irishangel5689
    @irishangel5689 Před 3 lety +46

    Love your reactions Barry. Welcome to the Pentaholic family. If you want to start at the beginning, LOL, you are about to take a long journey down the PTX rabbit hole of awesomeness. A bit of history before you really begin, Mitch (the counter tenor with the voice of an angel) Scott (the tall blonde baritone who can do riffs and runs better than anyone) and Kirstie (the gorgeous, talented, mezzo soprano, female of the group, all grew up together in Texas, USA. Mitch and Kirstie have known each other since they were like 8 and Scott and Mitch met when they were ten and both got parts in a community theater group and realized they went to the same school. The three have been best friends ever since. Mitch dated Kirstie when they were like 12 but they realized they were too good of friends and also that Mitch was gay. Then at 16 Mitch and Scott actually dated. Yes, Mitch was each of Kirstie and Scott's first boyfriend. LOL. The boys had a bad breakup and didn't talk for awhile but they loved each other too much to walk away from their friendship and the three of them formed a trio group while in High School called "The Trio". You can go back into some earlier videos and see some of those performances. Fast forward a few years and Scott and Kirstie went off to college, and Mitch was a senior in High School and Scott heard about a show here in the States called The Sing Off, which was about acapella groups and of course he wanted them to audition but they knew they needed more people. Scott's friend Bram, who is the sixth unknown member of PTX, who helps them arrange all their songs and produces their work, told him about a guy named Avi, the bass, who was studying Opera in college, and Scott went to meet him. At the same time Scott saw a CZcams video of a guy who could play the cello and beatbox at the same time and knew he wanted him for their group. So he contacted Kevin, who at the time was attending Harvard Medical School to become a doctor, and they talked him into flying out to LA where Scott was going to college. Scott, Kirstie, Mitch, Avi, and Bram pulled what little money they had together and got Kevin a plane ticket. So Kevin took a chance and flew out to meet them. That was 2 weeks before the audition for the show. So they only sang together for 2 weeks before they auditioned and got on the show. The first performance on the show was the very first time they ever sang together in front of an audience. As the show goes on you can see them grow and click as they get better and better. You should watch all their performances from the show to see where they started. They did win, but soon after they all walked away from their lives and moved out to LA, the record company dropped them. It was horrible. They got an apartment together and created their own CZcams channel and started putting out music on their own. When they did "Daft Punk" which they recorded in a closet and shot the video in their kitchen for the amazing price of $400 dollars, they began getting recognition and were signed onto their record label. Then they won a Grammy for "Daft Punk". Another bit of history, while they were on the Sing Off, the producers of the show thought they were too nice and they needed some drama so a lot of the drama you see of them off stage is made up. The producers also insisted they keep Mitch more in the background after the first performance because people would be able to tell he was gay and they didn't want anyone focusing on that. IDIOTS. Homophobic a-holes. Anyway, Mitch already suffered from anxiety and panic attacks and that only made things worse. The rest of PTX were very supportive of him and did everything they could to help him. They really are a family and the nicest people I have ever had the pleasure of meeting. Even though Avi is gone now, they are all still best friends with him. Avi and Kevin shared an apartment for many years and Avi's sister Esther was and still is their US tour manager. Scott and Mitch lived together from 2011 when they did the show until early 2019 when they each bought their own homes. Those two are best friends. Avi left the group because of personal issues like his mom having cancer and him wanting to be there for her and he was the one who recommended Matt, their new bass as the one to replace him. Matt fits in perfectly with them and is an angel. He is so, so sweet. So there you have it, a quick breakdown of the history of PTX. Check out their CZcams channel and you can go from the beginning until present. They all also have their own channels and do solo stuff as well as Scott and Mitch's Superfruit which I already told you about on the previous video. So many amazing videos to come in your future and soooooo much talent. I can give you a huge list of what to see and listen to and where to start. LOL

    • @bobfritz8705
      @bobfritz8705 Před 3 lety +10

      Thank you so much for the amazing breakdown of their early history. I've followed them since the early days and knew of some of your history lessons, but not nearly to the extent you gave. Reading your comments I can only say thank you and wow, wow, wow!

    • @irishangel5689
      @irishangel5689 Před 3 lety +10

      @@bobfritz8705 You're welcome Bob. I am a true Pentaholic and have been following them since day one of the Sing Off. LOL. I have seen them live three times and met them twice, once with Avi and once with Matt, only last year. They really are the nicest, sweetest people ever and their friendships with each other are inspiring how close they all are.

    • @lvw7668
      @lvw7668 Před 3 lety +7

      Thank you so much for that history lesson. I just ‘discovered’ this group during the pandemic and have just been blown away!! I’m OBSESSED! Their music is truly a gift to humankind. Happy to be a newbie Pentaholic and can’t wait to see them live. ❤️ 🌈

    • @annfahy9089
      @annfahy9089 Před 3 lety +1

      Wow, lot to take in, cheers for that!

    • @joyannflanigan3977
      @joyannflanigan3977 Před 2 lety +3

      Thank you for the back story on them. I hadn’t heard all of that. Especially about Avi’s mother. I’m glad there is someone who can set us straight on how they all met and a little more of their personal background.
      Thank you again.
      Joy

  • @ralphoborn5015
    @ralphoborn5015 Před 3 lety +2

    Mr Barry, I like your format of a clean listen, then a second run through with comments. May I suggest the Pentatonix original "Run to You". you will cry with the beauty.

  • @dejns6945
    @dejns6945 Před 2 lety +3

    The tiny bit of your voice I hear makes me want more. You have an amazing voice your self

  • @rhulse8904
    @rhulse8904 Před 10 měsíci +4

    I wish Pentatonix would cover I Can Only Imagine.

  • @veromardones1685
    @veromardones1685 Před 3 lety +1

    Barry, I want to hear you sing!!! What a beautiful song!! And voices!!! Music moves us, sensitizes us, I'm sure it was hard to hold back tears, like me! A

  • @lawlover716
    @lawlover716 Před 3 lety +2

    I do love watching you listen to and commenting on Pentatonix, they are a terrific group. Because you are such an emotional listener, please watch and review their video, "Mary did you know?" You will love it, Love to you!!

  • @maryweber2325
    @maryweber2325 Před 2 lety +1

    I’m so impressed with them they are angels

  • @raestoysandmore3339
    @raestoysandmore3339 Před 3 lety +20

    If you want an upbeat original song from them, I'd highly recommend Can't Sleep Love. Amazing reaction Barry!

  • @marcothulioclaudia8630
    @marcothulioclaudia8630 Před 3 lety +3

    Beautiful beautiful and beautiful Pentatonix singing Imagine of the unforgettable John Lennon! Wow!! Beautiful Beautiful my dear, charismatic and beautiful Barry Boy, your reaction and your channel enchant me. Beep Beep

  • @FD2003Abc
    @FD2003Abc Před 3 lety +1

    Agreed. Let's all get on. The "wall of sound" PTX hits in the middle always blows me away! :)

  • @AnneMajdosz
    @AnneMajdosz Před 4 měsíci +2

    I liked the John Lennon version, but this Pentatonix version blew my mind! And I think the video is outstanding.... so meaningful!!!! I like the message too, and I'm joining!! Wish the rest of the world would join! Love your singing, Barry!! GREAT reaction!!! 💖💖💖