World famous a cappella experts Pentatonix are feeling pretty festive today! We’re a little more than a month away from Christmas, but that hasn’t stopped Mitch Grassi, Scott Hoying, Kirstin Malonado, Avi Kaplan, and Kevin Olusola from putting their own a cappella spin on the holiday classic carol “Joy To the World.”
Pentatonix has recently released their cover of “Joy To the World” as the lead single for the re-release of their 2014 holiday album That’s Christmas To Me. The re-release packages the previous album with a collection of bonus tracks, bringing even more good cheer to the merriest of seasons. “Joy To the World” is the first new track on the album, and it is a joyful ode that showcases all of the group’s many talents.
The group’s vocal arrangement of “Joy To the World” puts each artist in the center of the group for a moment to shine solo. True to form, the harmonies are even more impressive than their solo parts, and their arrangement lifts the already festive anthem up a few notches!
The accompanying music video is a simple affair for the bright track. In the visual the “Can’t Sleep Love” musicians take over a gorgeous chapel and perform the single in front of the altar. A series of cuts between the various artists adds some interest to the cinematography; however, the focus remains fully on the exceptional vocal performance. It’s just that damn good…
Peep the festive music video for Pentatonix’s “Joy To the World” performance below!
Whew! One listen to this, and I think my Christmas Spirit is amped all the way up. It’s time to put the Christmas tree up, and start buying gifts for family and friends – as long as I can keep playing Pentatonix through it all!
What do you think of Pentatonix’s take on “Joy To the World?” Let us know if it’s putting you in the spirit!
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