What makes Uncharted by The Piano Guys notable?

Upon its release, 'Uncharted' debuted at number 10 on the Billboard 200 chart, highlighting the group's significant appeal across diverse audiences. Furthermore, it solidified their reputation for innovative arrangements of well-known songs, influencing a wave of crossover artists looking to merge classical instrumentation with contemporary music styles. By the time 'Uncharted' was released in January 2016, The Piano Guys had already established themselves as a crossover phenomenon with their previous albums. This album marked their sixth studio release, following the commercial success of 'Wonders' in 2015, showcasing their continued evolution in blending classical music with popular hits.

Who is Uncharted for?

Uncharted works well if you're into steady mid-tempo progression, intricate arrangements for detail and uplifting tunes for gatherings.

How many songs are on Uncharted?

Uncharted has 14 tracks, running approximately 52 minutes.

Released 10 years ago

Uncharted

The Piano Guys · 2016

52 min · 14 tracks · crossover

A vibrant fusion of classical and contemporary pop, featuring lush arrangements and emotive performances that transcend genre boundaries.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Fight Song / Amazing Grace — This track brilliantly intertwines two powerful anthems, creating a stirring blend that captures resilience and hope through its dynamic arrangement.
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Hello / Lacrimosa — By combining Adele's poignant ballad with Mozart's somber piece, this track showcases the group's ability to evoke deep emotions through unexpected contrasts.
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Jurassic Park Theme — Their rendition of this iconic film score highlights not only technical prowess but also the nostalgic power of cinematic music reimagined for strings.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

56 /100

Foothills

Higher than 47% of albums we've rated

The album effectively fuses genres with strong arrangements but lacks a cohesive narrative flow throughout its length.

What we noticed

Several tracks incorporate dynamic shifts in tempo and intensity, such as the transition from 'Hello / Lacrimosa' to 'Okay', which creates an emotional arc.
The final track, 'Jurassic Park Theme', serves as a reflective conclusion, slowing down the pace significantly compared to earlier tracks.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. 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

steady mid-tempo progression
intricate arrangements for detail
uplifting tunes for gatherings
engaging background for work
emotional depth in performances

Maybe skip if you

prefer fast-paced energy
seek standalone single tracks

Where this album fits

Career context: By the time 'Uncharted' was released in January 2016, The Piano Guys had already established themselves as a crossover phenomenon with their previous albums. This album marked their sixth studio release, following the commercial success of 'Wonders' in 2015, showcasing their continued evolution in blending classical music with popular hits.
Stylistic neighbors: 2Cellos· Lindsey Stirling· Vitamin String Quartet