YouTube sensation Smooth McGroove makes theme songs for popular video games by recording sections of each song individually and then playing them back together. What's special is that he does all this with nothing but his voice.
In his latest video, he recreates one of the most recognizable video game songs of all time: the Overworld theme from Super Mario Bros. 2. In the video, this big-beard long haired man plays eight videos of himself making particular noises that all match up to produce the iconic theme song. In the middle of the video are graphic from the game itself. Smooth McGroove's other acapella sound tracks include Sonic, Donkey Kong and Street Fighter, to name a few.
What's Driving This Trend
- Acapella Theme Songs
- The trend of creating acapella versions of popular video game theme songs using only vocals presents an opportunity for innovative collaborations and unique musical experiences.
- Youtube Music Sensations
- The trend of YouTube musicians gaining popularity by creating unique and innovative music using unconventional methods like acapella vocals provides opportunities for brand partnerships and online promotions.
- Nostalgic Remakes
- The trend of recreating iconic video game theme songs with a modern twist, such as Smooth McGroove's acapella versions, offers opportunities for interactive fan engagement and nostalgic brand activations.
Who This Affects Most
- Gaming
- The gaming industry can explore partnerships with acapella musicians to create promotional content and unique gaming experiences.
- Music
- The music industry can leverage the popularity of YouTube musicians like Smooth McGroove to reach new audiences and experiment with fresh musical styles.
- Entertainment
- The entertainment industry can tap into the trend of nostalgic remakes by incorporating iconic video game themes into movies, TV shows, and live performances.
