PTX, Vol. III
Pentatonix · 2014
24 min · 7 tracks · a cappella
A vibrant blend of pop hits and original compositions showcased through intricate vocal harmonies and dynamic arrangements.
Top tracks — play these first
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Problem Start here — This track reinterprets Ariana Grande's hit with an infectious energy, showcasing Pentatonix's ability to merge contemporary pop with their signature vocal style.
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La La Latch — An inventive mashup of Disclosure’s 'Latch', this track highlights the group's vocal agility and creative arrangement skills, making it a standout performance.
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Papaoutai — Their cover of Stromae's 'Papaoutai' is notable for its emotional depth and complex harmonies, reflecting the group's versatility and connection to global music trends.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong vocal arrangements but lacks some cohesion in pacing and flow.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks maintain an upbeat tempo, while the last four include more varied pacing and emotional tones.
- Each song is structured around intricate vocal layering, often featuring call-and-response sections among the group members.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- short energetic listening experience
- vibrant harmonies for upbeat moods
- sing-along favorites with friends
- playful arrangements that uplift
- front-loaded excitement and engagement
Maybe skip if you
- prefer longer immersive albums
- seek deep introspective themes
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — PTX, Vol. III marked Pentatonix's first album to debut at number one on the Billboard 200.
- Career context
- Released in early 2014, PTX, Vol. III marked Pentatonix's third studio album following their breakout success with PTX, Vol. II. By this point, the group had established themselves as leading figures in the a cappella genre, having won a Grammy for their previous work, which set high expectations for this release.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Home Free· Straight No Chaser· Naturally 7
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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On My Way Home
The narrative shifts from reflective solitude to a powerful affirmation of belonging and hope.
Tracklist
- 1 Problem Start here 2:28
- 2 On My Way Home 3:15
- 3 La La Latch 3:41
- 4 Rather Be 3:32
- 5 See Through 3:19
- 6 Papaoutai 3:33
- 7 Standing By 4:13
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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