(imagine Dragons Cover) — Lindsey Stirling & Pentatonix - Radioactive

From the opening notes, the atmosphere is heavy and haunting. provides the foundation, with Kevin Olusola’s beatboxing mimicking the industrial, gritty percussion of the original, while Avi Kaplan’s subterranean bass notes provide a depth that feels almost physical.

Released at the height of both artists' digital dominance, this cover remains a masterclass in creative collaboration. It isn't just a vocal performance or a violin solo—it’s a carefully crafted sonic landscape that proves you don’t need a drum kit or a guitar to create an anthem that shakes the ground. The Sound of the New Age From the opening notes, the atmosphere is heavy and haunting

The music video—set in a dusty, dystopian wasteland—perfectly mirrors the "new age" themes of the lyrics. Clad in tattered, futuristic gear, the performers look like survivors of the very fallout they’re singing about. The contrast between Stirling’s fluid, athletic movements and the synchronized, rhythmic presence of Pentatonix makes for a visual experience that is as rhythmic as the song itself. Why It Works It isn't just a vocal performance or a

This cover succeeded because it leaned into the strengths of both acts: The contrast between Stirling’s fluid

Years later, this collaboration remains a fan favorite and a staple of "Best Cover" playlists everywhere. It’s a reminder of a time when YouTube was the wild west of musical innovation, and these two powerhouses were its undisputed royalty.