Shovel Knight - High Above the Land (The Flying Machine) Acapella
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- Опубліковано 1 жов 2024
- The Shovel Knight soundtrack has tons of amazing songs, and I took my sweet time deciding that this would be the first one I'd do. It's not the first song I started working on from this game, but turns out it's the first one I finished xD Jake Kaufman is one of the greatest modern video game composers, and if you haven't listened to this soundtrack, do yourself a favor and check it out. This acapella is easily one of the most technically difficult I've ever done on my channel, and I hope you enjoy the work I put into it!
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This is my favorite track in the game. Glad you’re back, Smooth. We’ve missed you!
Specter of Torment somehow made it even better
Mine too 😂 most underated soundtrack
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Is this the J-man himself? I know you love the game with all your heart and this track is also my favorite
Same here this track is an instant classic, love it.
Its always a bright spot in your day when Smooth McGroove posts =)
No, not really. He's a great guy, though 👍
@@Lykoz.so why was this comment needed, like at all
He’s a legend !
I'm so appreciative of your content being inclusive of retro AND modern day classics! It really gives a neat showcase of inspirations and musical roots across time!
And modern-day retro classics!
Jake Kaufman is an absolute music wizard. He's been cooking up some amazing stuff for Mina the Hollower too.
I don’t think this one was Jake actually, at least not fully. He’s a legend don’t get me wrong but I believe this was the one track arranged by the legendary Manami Matsumae of Mega Man 2 fame.
@@whitenorthententno, this one is Jake. Manami did a remix of this on the remix album (which may be what you're thinking of), but the only tracks she did for the base game were Plague Knight's stage theme and Treasure Knight's stage theme.
It's easiest to tell with the style of the drum writing. Manami Matsumae wrote drums that were more accurate for the time (as in much simpler drums), but every Jake track has really wild drums.
Right on then, thanks!@@ac3theartist225
I remember him streaming live while composing this particular track
makes me wonder whether @smoothmcgroove would consider covering some Shantae tunes ...
Never clicked on a video so fast! As one of my favorite songs from this game, you absolutely crushed it!!!! So glad to see you back and making masterpieces again!
He’s still so talented 😮
Can we just take a moment to appreciate bottom left at 0:06? Much smooth. Very groove.
I've been cry-laughing for almost a minute, why would you do this to me
Listening to Smooth McGroove and Shovel Knight in High School were what kept me going then. Now this is the ultimate combo and makes me feel waves of nostalgia I never thought I would.
You and me both! I loved his covers then, and I'm overjoyed to have him back now!
IT'S HERE!!! God, I've been daydreaming about you doing a Shovel Knight cover for so long, and it's everything I expected and beyond! What an ambitious pick for a first track too - fast paced, high-pitched, full of everything. You did a great job!!
Wait, this is his first Shovel Knight track? Then I just HAVE to hear his Danse Macabre next
@@greenberry6019 Oh, that'd be glorious! I'd love to hear a cover of Fighting With All of Our Might, but honestly, any Shovel Knight track is good!
You weren't kidding, these last videos you've uploaded have all been amazing
I haven't had a chance to play this one yet, but my wife loves it. Thanks for doing this, Smooth! This game was already on my to-play list, but it's time to bump it up to the top.
Howd you post this 17+ hours ago
@@mirageofmoonpatreon most likely
Get the whole series in while you're at it!! The shovel knight games are truly a treasure! Good luck
I’ve played the main game and a couple of the dlcs, what you get for your money is insane, basically 4 games in 1 with so many features like co-op etc
The game is almost 10 years old by now already...to say it's about time you play it is a real understatement lol.
This is one of the best video game tracks ever.
Yes it is
The only track that's better is A Cargo of Fineries
Yes omg! Is this really the first song you've released from this game?? I thought for sure I'd seen at least one or two songs from this game done, either way your song selection for this new set of releases has been amazing so far, and your execution of them has been even better!
Edit: I was thinking of your volume 6 album cover since it’s styled after shovel knight!
I know this game has so many amazing themes, but this is quite possibly my favorite next to "Strike the Earth" and "La Danse Macabre"!
Excellent work, Mr. Groove!
This, those, along with Flowers of Antimony and An Underlying Problem for me
@@charlestrulear6873 I raise you "Fighting With All of Our Might"
@@mikaelious9550Don't forget 'Of Devious Machinations'
@@Wii4a11 You present a good argument, soldier. I counter with "Hidden By Night"
Thank you for doing one of my favorite songs from Shovel Knight, it's so good!!
I love this game, especially its soundtrack. It brings me so much joy that you also appreciate something so dear to me. Fantastic work!
Everything you do is so impressive. The intro alone gives me goosebumps. I'm so happy that you're back.
"Have you had a chance to look at the blueprints for our new ship?" "Yeah, about that. It appears you've got rooms here where giant cannons fire a continuous stream of cannonballs...into spiked ceilings. This is happening INSIDE the ship. Just...always." "Correct". "..." 😆 Wonderful performance s always. The rapidly alternating notes in the recurring parts at 0:35 and 1:14 are amazing! Would love to hear more from the Shovel Knight OST. I think its among the best in the history of gaming.
This song was MADE for a Smooth McGroove version. Nice to see it finally happen. Great work as always!
The production level on this is insane. There's so much going on in Kaufmans tracks and you nailed it all. As always, it's fantastic to hear your covers, whenever they come. Many thanks.
I can't tell you how quickly I smiled the moment I saw the thumbnail. Great work, Smooth. We missed you so much! 😁❤️
Im super happy to see you posting again...i love your voice🎉🎉🎉
This is definetly one of those songs that made me stop as a kid and think "Wow this is beautiful!" And you did an awsome job turning this into such a faithfull acapella rendition. 😎👍
The moment you realize that the whole "Treasure Trove" release is almost 10 years old. ..... Wow, I'm old.
@@DesasteroidI knowww, ahh ;w; I remember when I was sharing a room with my sister on our family's holiday in Ireland and Specter of Torment had just come out, like, that day, and I was lying in bed playing it in the evening/night! ^^
Requesting Coconut Mall every video till father Smooth does it DAY 2
I believe in your cause 👍
@@flamingpit1232 same
Oh MAN! Your voice is PERFECT for this track. So glad you dug up this Shovel Knight gem.
Extremely impressive and well done!
Glad you're covering newer games.
WOW you crushed it! Also oh my goodness second cat is adorable, glad they both enjoy the music
Man, you really bring the layers of this one to life! Glad to have you back in action, Smooth.
Shovel Knight has some of the best friggin jams!!
Been a fan for nearly a decade, but this is one of your best arrangements. Unreal.
Excellent choice and an excellent rendition. I love the balance/duel between your bass and how perfectly airy your voice works for the melody in the upper register. Propeller Knight would be very proud.
If you
Ain’t Smooth, then you better Mcgroove out of here…
Smooth!!!! I got my girl addicted to your record that I own. She now can see the joy of a new song released.
Been waiting so long for an SK cover, the day has finally come :))
Это восхитительно! 😎 Подписан на вас очень давно)
I dig this a lot!
This man's vocal range never fails to impress me.
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Really stoked you're back Smooth. Hope that the joy of creation is back in force.
Please Mr. McGroove, consider doing any song from UN Squadron! It'd be amazing!
Something about trading out the 8-bit synth for a resonant male voice is making this track even more transcendent than it already was. Amazing work!
1:43 Mini McGroove Barrage!
Muy bueno 👏👏👏
Hi! I wanted to ask you if you could make something Zelda skyward sword related? That would be so awesome! Thank you! ❤
Great to have you back!
Why won't someone remix this theme with the instruments from the original top gun, this theme would sound phenomenal played with 80s synthesizers!
I’m glad you’re in good health smooth!
This is a dream come true! My literal favorite Shovel Knight song! Have you done any songs from Sonic Frontiers? Would be super cool to hear some Cyberspace tunes!
That was awesome!
Man I missed you like crazy. Your videos always make my day. That and I just zone out and groove out to your covers for like an hour.
I would love it if you did a cover of some A Hat in Time tracks as some of them like Clock Towers Beneath the Sea or some boss tracks like Your Contract Has Expired scream Smooth McGroove cover material.
I've always loved this track and been surprised it didnt have as much attention as some other Shovel Knight ones!
Just in case you haven’t heard them, you should absolutely listen to the soundtracks of Sea of Stars and The Messenger. I cant recommend them enough.
Never played this game but BOY am I happy to hear Mr McGroove once more!!!!
The new McGroove uploads hit like the dopamine you get from seeing the first sun after winter.
Smooth just returned, and he’s already killing it with his newest renditions! Keep on rocking, Smooth!
Nice! Shovel Knight music ain’t the easiest to remix. Here’s hoping we get Of Devious Machinations, my favourite.
Wow i'm surprised you're active again after so much time! I wonder which songs you'll bless us with this time.
It sounds great as always! One of my favourites of the original Shovel Knight campaign. I'd love to hear some more Shovel Knight songs from you. 😊
So nice, those high notes. Could you do the main theme of Top Gear? Is a SNES game. Thanks for coming back. ❤😊
I love how this video feels like it's existed for years. You could have said this video was uploaded 7 years ago and I'd have believed you. Thank you for the consistently quality covers!
Awesome rendition of one of my favorite shovel knight tracks !!
This... Is... so... beautiful ❤
pleas dead cells music bro
This was an excellent choice. I'm gosh that you like Shovel Knight's OST.
Breaking checkpoints!?! A true gigachad💯💯💯
It's been almost 10 years! Wow time flies... I guess it's gone well into the "nostalgia" territory now :')
YO SMOOTH! since you're back you should look into sea of stars' ost, they got some tasty jams
man, please make ( zelda links awakening theme ) im watching you since 2015, one of the first video i watch was zelda 2 and megaloviana theme
Ive never heard of this game before but my take is someone went
"Megaman is too easy... hold my beer"
it sounds so dumb but genuinely, it's been a cloudy as hell day today, raining n' everything, and as *soon* as I clicked on this video, the sun came out.
That feeling when Smooth McGroove posts a vid on one of your favorite songs.
I love this so much, please let us know when you release new bandcamp album that this track will be on! :)
Nice video! You should do Oogway ascend, it would be amazing :)
Good to see your stuff again, youtubes not suggested anything youve made to me in a year or two XD
Glad You're Back and
KITTY IS BACK !!!
😺😸🐈
Ooh, I hope he does the boss or battle themes from Sea of Stars. What a great soundtrack that game had. ^_^
Please do The Fateful Return (Tower Approach) too.
🥰
How did you know I JUST started this game?
Oh now i gotta rebuy and replay shovel knight to its entirety
I really want you to do Napalm Man's stage sometime
**Put then spooky month ◀️👐▶️, please**
I needed this, I've been having such a terrible week.
Wow~~ This one was complicated :O
Can you make more shovel knight music
YAAAY SHOVEL KNIGHT! I thought you'd never do it
All time GOAT doing one of the all time GOATS
yo
With this font, the percussions really feel like helicopter blades! This has to be one of your best covers yet
The harmonies in this are so good. Awesome job getting that brass vibe with acapella.
Love your takes on these tracks! ❤
Please make acapela F ZERO - FIRE FIELD
Groovy!
It's so good to have you back!
Sounds just as good as the original if you ask me. Glad to hear you back. Beard's still glorious I see.
It's so great I got tears in my eyes...
Finally, 4 years waiting for it
Friday nigth fukin plis
Simply Amazing. 🎯
Thanks Jesus McGroove
It's that song that almost sounds like the Smash Ultimate theme. Great!!!
I can kind of hear it
Fantastic! So glad you’re back! 😍 I’d love to see a livestream of recording/editing one of these videos!