Sophisticated bithces

I recently went to see Scala & Kolacny Brothers in the Olympia in Dublin. Must say, I was convinced they weren't singing live for the majority of the show because there was not a hint of difference between their live performance and their recorded tracks. But they were indeed singing live, they were just really talented feckers who make music the way it's meant to sound, unaltered and autotune free.

Scala is a Belgian women's choir who mostly cover hit songs from well known bands including Radiohead, Kings of Leon,  U2, Nirvana and Muse. The Kolacny Brothers' role includes the arrangement and conducting of the songs. That was the most enjoyable part of the concert because we could actually see and appreciate the talent of the brothers, particularly Steven Kolacny who was outstanding on the piano for the night sans notes or prompters just passion and raw talent.

I'm just going to share with the blogging world some of my personal favourite covers of Scala & Kolacny Brothers over the years;

1. Creep by Radiohead cover

Of course this one must be included on the list. It was used in The Social Network which the choir really received a lot of recognition for. Perfect.

2. Use Somebody by Kings of Leon cover

This is most definitely one of my favourite songs of all time and Scala really add something special to their version of it. 

3. The Blower's Daughter by Damien Rice cover

If you're a bit depressed at this stage, this might just tip you over the edge. So so so so so so so beautifullllllllllllll

4. Ironic by Alanis Morissette cover

This is a bit more upbeat and fun. But there's only so much diversity a classical choir can offer..

5. The Beautiful People by Marilyn Manson cover

Oooh dark Scala...

If you're bored of Adele for the emotional sounds, visit Scala for a dose of that shit, it'll truly get you going.