
A high-energy vocal reimagining of Cosmo Sheldrake's whimsical folk, trading synthesizers for hyper-precise beatboxing and kaleidoscopic five-part harmonies.
March 22, 2019 · RCA Records
Come Along is a masterclass in the intersection of organic human capability and digital-age production precision. It sounds like a clockwork forest coming to life, where every gear and lever is a human voice. The track takes the whimsical, almost folkloric DNA of Cosmo Sheldrake’s original and injects it with a high-octane pop energy that feels both ancient and futuristic. The listening experience is defined by a sense of constant motion; there is no static moment in the arrangement, as vocal textures shift from percussive clicks to soaring, crystalline harmonies in a matter of seconds. What makes this specific release distinctive is the sheer density of the vocal orchestration. While many a cappella groups strive for a naturalistic sound, Pentatonix leans into a hyper-real aesthetic here. The bass frequencies are deep enough to rattle a subwoofer, and the beatboxing is so crisp it rivals a high-end drum machine. Yet, because you know every sound originated in a human throat, there is an underlying warmth and impressive physicality that electronic music often lacks. It is a celebration of the voice as the ultimate instrument, capable of mimicking the entire spectrum of a modern pop studio. You should own this track if you appreciate the technical how did they do that? factor of music. It is a perfect demonstration piece for high-fidelity audio equipment, revealing new layers of breath, grit, and harmony with every listen. It serves as a bridge between the avant-garde whimsy of indie-folk and the polished accessibility of mainstream pop, making it a versatile addition to any playlist that needs a shot of pure, kinetic joy.
How does Come Along sound next to the rest of Pentatonix's catalogue?
The writing leans far further into travel journey than the rest of the catalogue.
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