Backed up only by a piano, they use their restrained control to construct a somber tone. When Scala and the Kolacny’s are not projecting conjuring of stalkers or criminals, they project sorrow. Nirvana’s “Smells Like Teen Spirit” was never accused of being peppy, but when sung in slow unison the choir embodies the spirit of a murderous cult. One could imagine someone singing Scala’s version of U2’s “With or Without You” or Kings of Leon’s “Use Somebody” having a restraining order against them. Because we know these tunes so well, we can relate to a vision to change the context of a song through voice alone. Clearly, the choir’s niche is turning a popular song into something dark and twisted. Boasting thirteen tracks from their previous overseas albums, Scala and Kolacny Brothers is a great introduction to some of their best material.Īlthough they may sound angelic, the best songs on Scala are the ones that feel the most devilish. With five studio albums under their belts in Europe, Scala is finally reaching across the pond. In addition to their North American tour that begins next month, the group finally released their album in the U.S. The United States may just be catching on, but the Scala choir has been creating chilling cover songs since 1996. Their unique take on this oft-covered tune became an overnight sensation. Sung by an all-female Belgian group, the Scala and Kolacny Brothers’ ethereal cover of Radiohead’s “Creep” played over the montage. However, last year audiences were introduced to a different kind of choir in a haunting trailer for the movie, The Social Network. Just look at the television sensation Glee, the Academy Award/Hollywood darlings of PS22 Chorus, and even those crappy group song nights on American Idol.
America’s obsession with choirs covering popular hits has been growing with intensity over the last several years.
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