RollnSmokeRecords Presents: Smokin' New Covers of Great Old Songs ...

1. “Wake Up Everybody” – (Harold Melvin) -- John Legend and The Roots [12-6-2010]. A funk-soul pairing that covers this Harold Melvin classic with contemporary, sleek aplomb.

2. “It Takes Some Muscle” – (Spectral Display) – [7-7-10]. M.I.A. The Sri Lankan beauty covers the goofy 80’s original by Dutch group with reggae flair.

3. “Down for the Count” – Girl Talk (11/30/2010). Mixologist master Gregg Gillis works this all over the board hip hop track that moves over remixed rips from pop songs that scan the years, opening notably with Beldinda Carlile and Eric Clapton, to ID all the “haters everywhere we go, going down for the count.”

4. “Juicy” – (Nototious B.I.G.) – Emily Wells [5-3-09]. A most unlikely and irresistible white-girl-alt/indie-acoustic cover of the gritty hip-hop icon.

5. “It’s My Party” – (Leslie Gore) – Amy Winehouse [11-9-2010]. Wino and Mark Ronson reunite on this retro cover.

6. “Not in Love” – (Platinum Blonde) – Crystal Castles (featuring Robert Smith) [12- 6-2010]. With a distinctly 80’s new Wave, Cure-like sound, this cover features big synth background beats and a resonating refrain.

7. “Ghost of Tom Joad” – (Bruce Springsteen) – Junip [9-14-2010]. Debut solo effort by Jose Gonzalaz features his mesmerizing voice and strumming acoustic guitar.

8. “Creep” – (RadioHead) – Scala & Kolacny Brothers [9-28-2010]. A spectacularly soothing cover – complete with full choir and piano -- of the alternative rock original.

9. “Check It Out” – (Buggles) -- Nicki Minaj featuring Will.I.am [9-3-10] [single]. This R&B power-duo run a duet over and remix a memorable 80’s disco refrain “Video Killed the Radio Star.”

10. “Crazy” – (Gnarls Barkley) -- Ray Lamontagne (un-released) Ernest acoustic rendition of genre-bending original.

11. “Black and Gold” – (Sam Sparro) -- Katy Perry from SWEETHEARTS (Starbuck’s) [1-30-09]. An admittedly late-find, but a shockingly well-done cover of a spectacular contemporary R&B classic by Katy Perry who really delivers.

12. “Love Song” – Death Cab for Cutie (The Cure) -- from SWEETHEARTS (Starbuck’s) [1-30-09}. A naturally-played alt-worthy cover of a Brit rock classic.

13. “Evil Woman” – (ELO) -- Mike Posner [12-29-2009]. This contemporary R&B / hip-hop remix of 70’s classic rock –n- roll stalwart grooves along a plentiful mojo all its own.

14. “Dear God 2.0” – (Monsters of Folk) – The Roots [6-21-1010]. Phili Rap group covers unlikely indie track – call it Beard Rap – with original harmonies laced throughout.

15. “ Such Great Heights” (Postal Service) -- Streetlight Manifesto [3-16-2010]. Circus-like horns, guitar and mad-vocals from slightly-manic New Jersey ska-punk outfit who cover everything from early-70’s S&G classics to indie millennium.

16. “Pretty in Pink” – (Psychedelic Furs) – The National [un-released]. Indie rock cover of 80’s film icon track by band of Brooklynites.

17. “The Kids” – {MGMT) – B.o.B. featuring Janelle Monae [4-27-10]. Mixing alt-rock with hip-hop and a lovely cameo, this emerging pop-rapper from ATL loads this track onto his first full-length album release.

18. “No Diggity” – {BlackStreet} – The Klaxons [un-released]. Spare, simple cover of early-90’s R&B track by rock band out of the U.K.

19. “Electric Feel” – (MGMT) – Katy Perry (un-released). Pop songstress covers this alternative track with sufficient angst and spare back-up.

20. “Relief” – (R. Kelly) – Sam Amidon [3-29-2010]. An unexpected take on R&B master track by singer-song-writer with imperfect but appealing voice against string (banjo) bass and wind.

21. “White Rabbit” – (Jefferson Airplane) -- Grace Potter and the Nocturnals (3-2-2010). As part of the new ALMOST ALICE soundtrack, this version of the 70’s hippy-druggie classic is down with less rock and features clear, bright vocals and a trippy close.

22. “Kiss Me Through the Phone” – (Soulja Boy) – Mike Posner [unreleased]. Detroit-bred and Duke-educated alt-hip-hopper re-mixes last year’s hip-hop blockbuster by pairing up with raps by Izza Kizza.

23. “I Can’t Go for That” -- (Hall & Oates) – The Bird and the Bea [3-23-2010]. Among nine other covers of the 70’s and 80’s popular duo classics, Inara George puts her wispy voice to use, and this one emerges as the best.

24. “She Got it Made” – [Rupert Holmes] -- Plies [3-29-10]. An unexpected re-mix of “If You Like Pina Coladas” that overwrites a 70’s pop icon with edgy, contemporary rap.

25. “Don’t Stop the Music” – (Rihanna) -- Jamie Cullum [3-2-2010] With jazz-infused piano and cool percussions, Brit jazz musician covers R&B songstress.

26. “Armada Latina” – (CSNY) -- Cypress Hill featuring Marc Antony and Pitbull [3-2-2010). A remix of the cult 70’s hippy classic with a twist of hip-hop and a dash of south of the border fiesta.

27. “Your Love” – (Annie Lennox) – Nicki Minaj [2-8-2010] Emerging R&B duet mistress uses the backbeat and refrain to Annie Lennox’s song “No More I Love You’s” as the backbone of this pop rap track.

28. “Don’t Stop the Music” – [Rihanna] -- The Bird and the Bee [un-released]. An eerie cover of the R&B original against an atmospheric backdrop.

29. “Under Pressure” – (David Bowie) – Jedward [1-31-2010]. Irish teen duo (and identical twins) mix Vanilla Ice with Bowie for their own pop take on the 80’s classic.

30. “Use Somebody” – (Kings of Leon) -- Pixie Lott [1-27-2010]. Young, emerging British siren covers already fantastic song in lovely acoustic ballad.

31. “Ordinary World” – (Duran Duran) – Red [2-10-10]. An intriguing rock cover of the 80’s original.

RollnSmokeRecords Presents: Smokin' New Covers of Great Old Songs ...

1. “Juicy” – (Nototious B.I.G.) – Emily Wells [5-3-09]. A most unlikely and irresistible white-girl-alt/indie-acoustic cover of the gritty hip-hop icon.

2. “It’s My Party” – (Leslie Gore) – Amy Winehouse [11-9-2010]. Wino and Mark Ronson reunite on this retro cover.

3. “Not in Love” – (Platinum Blonde) – Crystal Castles (featuring Robert Smith) [12- 6-2010]. With a distinctly 80’s new Wave, Cure-like sound, this cover features big synth background beats and a resonating refrain.

4. “Ghost of Tom Joad” – (Bruce Springsteen) – Junip [9-14-2010]. Debut solo effort by Jose Gonzalaz features his mesmerizing voice and strumming acoustic guitar.

5. “Creep” – (RadioHead) – Scala & Kolacny Brothers [9-28-2010]. A spectacularly soothing cover – complete with full choir and piano -- of the alternative rock original.

6. “Check It Out” – (Buggles) -- Nicki Minaj featuring Will.I.am [9-3-10] [single]. This R&B power-duo run a duet over and remix a memorable 80’s disco refrain “Video Killed the Radio Star.”

7. “Crazy” – (Gnarls Barkley) -- Ray Lamontagne (un-released) Ernest acoustic rendition of genre-bending original.

8. “Black and Gold” – (Sam Sparro) -- Katy Perry from SWEETHEARTS (Starbuck’s) [1-30-09]. An admittedly late-find, but a shockingly well-done cover of a spectacular contemporary R&B classic by Katy Perry who really delivers.

9. “Love Song” – Death Cab for Cutie (The Cure) -- from SWEETHEARTS (Starbuck’s) [1-30-09}. A naturally-played alt-worthy cover of a Brit rock classic.

10. “Evil Woman” – (ELO) -- Mike Posner [12-29-2009]. This contemporary R&B / hip-hop remix of 70’s classic rock –n- roll stalwart grooves along a plentiful mojo all its own.

11. “Dear God 2.0” – (Monsters of Folk) – The Roots [6-21-1010]. Phili Rap group covers unlikely indie track – call it Beard Rap – with original harmonies laced throughout.

12. “Such Great Heights” (Postal Service) -- Streetlight Manifesto [3-16-2010]. Circus-like horns, guitar and mad-vocals from slightly-manic New Jersey ska-punk outfit who cover everything from early-70’s S&G classics to indie millennium.

13. “Pretty in Pink” – (Psychedelic Furs) – The National [un-released]. Indie rock cover of 80’s film icon track by band of Brooklynites.

14. “The Kids” – {MGMT) – B.o.B. featuring Janelle Monae [4-27-10]. Mixing alt-rock with hip-hop and a lovely cameo, this emerging pop-rapper from ATL loads this track onto his first full-length album release.

15. “No Diggity” – {BlackStreet} – The Klaxons [un-released]. Spare, simple cover of early-90’s R&B track by rock band out of the U.K.

16. “Electric Feel” – (MGMT) – Katy Perry (un-released). Pop songstress covers this alternative track with sufficient angst and spare back-up.

17. “Relief” – (R. Kelly) – Sam Amidon [3-29-2010]. An unexpected take on R&B master track by singer-song-writer with imperfect but appealing voice against string (banjo) bass and wind.

18. “White Rabbit” – (Jefferson Airplane) -- Grace Potter and the Nocturnals (3-2-2010). As part of the new ALMOST ALICE soundtrack, this version of the 70’s hippy-druggie classic is down with less rock and features clear, bright vocals and a trippy close.

19. “Cool Like That” – (Digable Planets) – Kidz in the Hall (unreleased). Easy re-mix of the soul acoustic hip-hop track complete with big string bass in the background by new-gen MC/DJ (-- friends from UPenn --) duo out of Chicago.

20. “Kiss Me Through the Phone” – (Soulja Boy) – Mike Posner [unreleased]. Detroit-bred and Duke-educated alt-hip-hopper re-mixes last year’s hip-hop blockbuster by pairing up with raps by Izza Kizza.

21. “I Can’t Go for That” -- (Hall & Oates) – The Bird and the Bea [3-23-2010]. Among nine other covers of the 70’s and 80’s popular duo classics, Inara George puts her wispy voice to use, and this one emerges as the best.

22. “She Got it Made” – [Rupert Holmes] -- Plies [3-29-10]. An unexpected re-mix of “If You Like Pina Coladas” that overwrites a 70’s pop icon with edgy, contemporary rap.

23. “Don’t Stop the Music” – (Rihanna) -- Jamie Cullum [3-2-2010] With jazz-infused piano and cool percussions, Brit jazz musician covers R&B songstress.

24. “Armada Latina” – (CSNY) -- Cypress Hill featuring Marc Antony and Pitbull [3-2-2010). A remix of the cult 70’s hippy classic with a twist of hip-hop and a dash of south of the border fiesta.

25. “Your Love” – (Annie Lennox) – Nicki Minaj [2-8-2010] Emerging R&B duet mistress uses the backbeat and refrain to Annie Lennox’s song “No More I Love You’s” as the backbone of this pop rap track.

26. “Don’t Stop the Music” – [Rihanna] -- The Bird and the Bee [un-released]. An eerie cover of the R&B original against an atmospheric backdrop.

27. “Under Pressure” – (David Bowie) – Jedward [1-31-2010]. Irish teen duo (and identical twins) mix Vanilla Ice with Bowie for their own pop take on the 80’s classic.

28. “Use Somebody” – (Kings of Leon) -- Pixie Lott [1-27-2010]. Young, emerging British siren covers already fantastic song in lovely acoustic ballad.

29. “Ordinary World” – (Duran Duran) – Red [2-10-10]. An intriguing rock cover of the 80’s original.

30. “Party in the USA” Remix – (Miley Cyrus) -- Notorious B.I.G. (un-released). An unlikely cocktail of girly-q pop and hard-core old school rap.

31. “United States of Pop 2009” – (Jay Sean and Lil Wayne) -- DJ Earworm [un-released]. A clever musical collage of hugely popular hits from 2009, set primarily to the pop song “Down.”

RollnSmokeRecords Presents: Smokin' New Covers of Great Old Songs ...

1. “Creep” – (RadioHead) – Scala & Kolacny Brothers [9-28-2010]. A spectacularly soothing cover – complete with full choir and piano -- of the alternative rock original.

2. “Check It Out” – (Buggles) -- Nicki Minaj featuring Will.I.am [9-3-10] [single]. This R&B power-duo run a duet over and remix a memorable 80’s disco refrain “Video Killed the Radio Star.”

3. “Crazy” – (Gnarls Barkley) -- Ray Lamontagne (un-released) Ernest acoustic rendition of genre-bending original.

4. “Black and Gold” – (Sam Sparro) -- Katy Perry from SWEETHEARTS (Starbuck’s) [1-30-09]. An admittedly late-find, but a shockingly well-done cover of a spectacular contemporary R&B classic by Katy Perry who really delivers.

5. “Love Song” – Death Cab for Cutie (The Cure) -- from SWEETHEARTS (Starbuck’s) [1-30-09}. A naturally-played alt-worthy cover of a Brit rock classic.

6. “Evil Woman” – (ELO) -- Mike Posner [12-29-2009]. This contemporary R&B / hip-hop remix of 70’s classic rock –n- roll stalwart grooves along a plentiful mojo all its own.

7. “Dear God 2.0” – (Monsters of Folk) – The Roots [6-21-1010]. Phili Rap group covers unlikely indie track – call it Beard Rap – with original harmonies laced throughout.

8. “Such Great Heights” (Postal Service) -- Streetlight Manifesto [3-16-2010]. Circus-like horns, guitar and mad-vocals from slightly-manic New Jersey ska-punk outfit who cover everything from early-70’s S&G classics to indie millennium.

9. “Pretty in Pink” – (Psychedelic Furs) – The National [un-released]. Indie rock cover of 80’s film icon track by band of Brooklynites.

10. “The Kids” – {MGMT) – B.o.B. featuring Janelle Monae [4-27-10]. Mixing alt-rock with hip-hop and a lovely cameo, this emerging pop-rapper from ATL loads this track onto his first full-length album release.

11. “No Diggity” – {BlackStreet} – The Klaxons [un-released]. Spare, simple cover of early-90’s R&B track by rock band out of the U.K.

12. “Electric Feel” – (MGMT) – Katy Perry (un-released). Pop songstress covers this alternative track with sufficient angst and spare back-up.

13. “Relief” – (R. Kelly) – Sam Amidon [3-29-2010]. An unexpected take on R&B master track by singer-song-writer with imperfect but appealing voice against string (banjo) bass and wind.

14. “White Rabbit” – (Jefferson Airplane) -- Grace Potter and the Nocturnals (3-2-2010). As part of the new ALMOST ALICE soundtrack, this version of the 70’s hippy-druggie classic is down
with less rock and features clear, bright vocals and a trippy close.

15. “Cool Like That” – (Digable Planets) – Kidz in the Hall (unreleased). Easy re-mix of the soul acoustic hip-hop track complete with big string bass in the background by new-gen MC/DJ (-- friends from UPenn --) duo out of Chicago.

16. “Kiss Me Through the Phone” – (Soulja Boy) – Mike Posner [unreleased]. Detroit-bred and Duke-educated alt-hip-hopper re-mixes last year’s hip-hop blockbuster by pairing up with raps by Izza Kizza.

17. “I Can’t Go for That” -- (Hall & Oates) – The Bird and the Bea [3-23-2010]. Among nine other covers of the 70’s and 80’s popular duo classics, Inara George puts her wispy voice to use, and this one emerges as the best.

18. “She Got it Made” – [Rupert Holmes] -- Plies [3-29-10]. An unexpected re-mix of “If You Like Pina Coladas” that overwrites a 70’s pop icon with edgy, contemporary rap.

19. “Don’t Stop the Music” – (Rihanna) -- Jamie Cullum [3-2-2010] With jazz-infused piano and cool percussions, Brit jazz musician covers R&B songstress.

20. “Armada Latina” – (CSNY) -- Cypress Hill featuring Marc Antony and Pitbull [3-2-2010). A remix of the cult 70’s hippy classic with a twist of hip-hop and a dash of south of the border fiesta.

21. “Your Love” – (Annie Lennox) – Nicki Minaj [2-8-2010] Emerging R&B duet mistress uses the backbeat and refrain to Annie Lennox’s song “No More I Love You’s” as the backbone of this pop rap track.

22. “Don’t Stop the Music” – [Rihanna] -- The Bird and the Bee [un-released]. An eerie cover of the R&B original against an atmospheric backdrop.

23. “Under Pressure” – (David Bowie) – Jedward [1-31-2010]. Irish teen duo (and identical twins) mix Vanilla Ice with Bowie for their own pop take on the 80’s classic.

24. “Use Somebody” – (Kings of Leon) -- Pixie Lott [1-27-2010]. Young, emerging British siren covers already fantastic song in lovely acoustic ballad.

25. “Ordinary World” – (Duran Duran) – Red [2-10-10]. An intriguing rock cover of the 80’s original.

26. “Party in the USA” Remix – (Miley Cyrus) -- Notorious B.I.G. (un-released). An unlikely cocktail of girly-q pop and hard-core old school rap.

27. “United States of Pop 2009” – (Jay Sean and Lil Wayne) -- DJ Earworm [un-released]. A clever musical collage of hugely popular hits from 2009, set primarily to the pop song “Down.”

28. “Crossroads” – [Robert Johnson] – John Mayer [11-10-09]. Spare with percussion, back bass and electric guitar solos – with a dash of vocal duet -- and you’ve got a funked-up version of the rock original.

29. “Heartless” – [Kanye] – Kris Allen [11-17-09]. American Idol from Arkansas covers Kanye’s dramatic track with guitar riffs and a pop sensibility.

RollnSmokeRecords Presents: Smokin' New Covers of Great Old Songs ...

1. “Black and Gold” – (Sam Sparro) -- Katy Perry from SWEETHEARTS (Starbuck’s) [1-30-09]. An admittedly late-find, but a shockingly well-done cover of a spectacular contemporary R&B classic by Katy Perry who really delivers.

2. “Love Song” – (The Cure) -- Death Cab for Cutie from SWEETHEARTS (Starbuck’s) [1-30-09}. A naturally-played alt-worthy cover of a Brit rock classic.

3. “Evil Woman” – (Eagles) -- Mike Posner [12-29-2009]. This contemporary R&B / hip-hop remix of 70’s classic rock –n- roll stalwart grooves along a plentiful mojo all its own.

4. “Dear God 2.0” – (Monsters of Folk) – The Roots [un-released]. Phili Rap group covers unlikely indie track – call it Beard Rap – with original harmonies laced throughout.

5. “Such Great Heights” (Postal Service) -- Streetlight Manifesto [3-16-2010]. Circus-like horns, guitar and mad-vocals from slightly-manic New Jersey ska-punk outfit who cover everything from early-70’s S&G classics to indie millennium.

6. “Pretty in Pink” – (Psychedelic Furs) – The National [un-released]. Indie rock cover of 80’s film icon track by band of Brooklynites.

7. “The Kids” – {MGMT) – B.o.B. featuring Janelle Monae [4-27-10]. Mixing alt-rock with hip-hop and a lovely cameo, this emerging pop-rapper from ATL loads this track onto his first full-length album release.

8. “No Diggity” – {BlackStreet} – The Klaxons [un-released]. Spare, simple cover of early-90’s R&B track by rock band out of the U.K.

9. “Electric Feel” – (MGMT) – Katy Perry (un-released). Pop songstress covers this alternative track with sufficient angst and spare back-up.

10. “Whole Lotta Love” – (Led Zepplin) -- Mary J. Blige [4-13-2010]. Complete with loud electric guitar riffs and topped with Mary’s soulful R&B pipes, Led never sounded so good! Check out her version of “Stairway to Heaven” to boot.

11. “Relief” – (R. Kelly) – Sam Amidon [3-29-2010]. An unexpected take on R&B master track by singer-song-writer with imperfect but appealing voice against string (banjo) bass and wind.

12. “White Rabbit” – (Jefferson Airplane) -- Grace Potter and the Nocturnals (3-2-2010). As part of the new ALMOST ALICE soundtrack, this version of the 70’s hippy-druggie classic is down with less rock and features clear, bright vocals and a trippy close.

13. “Cool Like That” – (Digable Planets) – Kidz in the Hall (unreleased). Easy re-mix of the soul acoustic hip-hop track complete with big string bass in the background by new-gen MC/DJ (-- friends from UPenn --) duo out of Chicago.

14. “Kiss Me Through the Phone” – (Soulja Boy) – Mike Posner [unreleased]. Detroit-bred and Duke-educated alt-hip-hopper re-mixes last year’s hip-hop blockbuster by pairing up with raps by Izza Kizza.

15. “I Can’t Go for That” -- (Hall & Oates) – The Bird and the Bea [3-23-2010]. Among nine other covers of the 70’s and 80’s popular duo classics, Inara George puts her wispy voice to use, and this one emerges as the best.

16. “She Got it Made” – [Rupert Holmes] -- Plies [3-29-10]. An unexpected re-mix of “If You Like Pina Coladas” that overwrites a 70’s pop icon with edgy, contemporary rap.

17. “Don’t Stop the Music” – (Rihanna) -- Jamie Cullum [3-2-2010] With jazz-infused piano and cool percussions, Brit jazz musician covers R&B songstress.

18. “Armada Latina” – (CSNY) -- Cypress Hill featuring Marc Antony and Pitbull [3-2-2010). A remix of the cult 70’s hippy classic with a twist of hip-hop and a dash of south of the border fiesta.

19. “Your Love” – (Annie Lennox) – Nicki Minaj [2-8-2010] Emerging R&B duet mistress uses the backbeat and refrain to Annie Lennox’s song “No More I Love You’s” as the backbone of this pop rap track.

20. “Don’t Stop the Music” – [Rihanna] -- The Bird and the Bee [un-released]. An eerie cover of the R&B original against an atmospheric backdrop.

21. “Under Pressure” – (David Bowie) – Jedward [1-31-2010]. Irish teen duo (and identical twins) mix Vanilla Ice with Bowie for their own pop take on the 80’s classic.

22. “Use Somebody” – (Kings of Leon) -- Pixie Lott [1-27-2010]. Young, emerging British siren covers already fantastic song in lovely acoustic ballad.

23. “Dream a Little Dream of Me” – (Louis Armstrong) – Michael Buble [2-1-2010]. Canadian Crooner is a natural for covering any and all swing classics.

24. “Ordinary World” – (Duran Duran) – Red [2-10-10]. An intriguing rock cover of the 80’s original.

25. “Party in the USA” Remix – (Miley Cyrus) -- Notorious B.I.G. (un-released). An unlikely cocktail of girly-q pop and hard-core old school rap.

26. “United States of Pop 2009” – (Jay Sean and Lil Wayne) -- DJ Earworm [un-released]. A clever musical collage of hugely popular hits from 2009, set primarily to the pop song “Down.”

27. “You're All I Need To Get By” – (Aretha Franklin) – Mark Ronson and Wale. With old-school R&B in mind, this duet pulls off a unique version of the classic with contemporary, well-produced groove.

28. “Whatever You Like” – [T.I.] -- Anya Marina [7-7-09]. The multi-talented and breathy songstress from Ann Arbor, Michigan, (Go Blue!) covers T.I. with requisite R&B aplomb.

29. “Sun is Shining” – (Bob Marley) – Bebel Gilberto [9-29-09]. A sexy cover of Bob Marley’s classic – ½ Portuguese and ½ English -- by Brazilian beauty descended from fine musical bloodline.

30. “Hot Like Fire” – [Aaliyah] – the XX [8-16-09]. Four pouty kids out of South London present spare, indie band chops -- on this track, covering Aaliyah -- off hyper-stylish debut album.

31. “Crossroads” – [Robert Johnson] – John Mayer [11-10-09]. Spare with percussion, back bass and electric guitar solos – with a dash of vocal duet -- and you’ve got a funked-up version of the rock original.

32. “Heartless” – [Kanye] – Kris Allen [11-17-09]. American Idol from Arkansas covers Kanye’s dramatic track with guitar riffs and a pop sensibility.

33. “Take a Bow” -- [Rihanna] – Glee Cast [9-29-09]. Less soulful and slightly teeny-bopper with choir-like back-up, Glee tackles another pop cover.

34. “Gold Digger” – [Kanye West] – Glee Cast [9-18-09]. Lead, Kanye-esque hip-hopper teams up with Harlem Church choir who are clapping and soulful background support.

35. “I’m Going Down” – (Bruce Springsteen) – Florence and the Machine featuring Kid Harpoon. An original approach to classic rock gem with two clear, old school voices, a guitar and a strong, snappy refrain.

36. “Beautiful” – (Christina Aguilera) – The Lemonheads [6-23-09]. Lead vocalist Evan Dando puts out an album of covers including this unlikely cover of pop star Christina Aguilera ‘s smash hit earlier this millennium done with plain guitar and (male) vocals.

37. “Might Like You Better” – (Romeo Void) -- Amanda Blank [8-4-19]. Philly MC launches her own tech-heavy, stripped down version of 80’s hit.

… The Following Tracks are Among the Best NEW COVERS but are currently unavailable on Playlist.com. Still worth checking out!...

1. “Strawberry Letter 23” – (Brothers Johnson) Quincy Jones featuring Akon ) [4-2-2010]. With Akon’s holding the harmony and Quincy mixing the backbeats, this cover, released as a single, hits a contemporary groove all its own.

2. “Rude Girl” – (Rihanna) -- Sean Kingston [un-released]. Chubby Jamaican hip-hopper covers Rihanna’s current pop hit with his own macho-mack daddy lyrics.

3. “Crazy Amazing” – VV Brown [2-2-2010]. The classic piano primer gets a whole new sound from emerging R&B queen out of The UK.

4. “Love Song” – [The Cure] -- Jes [3-16-2010]. With a distinctive pop diva bent, Jes adds her signature Brit rock-tronic spin on The Cure’s classic.

5. “Gonna Get Along without You Now” – She and Him [3-23-2010]. The easy duo covers the retro track with pretty voice, acoustic guitar and pop sensibility.

6. “Move on Up” – (Curtis Mayfield) – Angelique Kidjo and John Legend [4-6-2010]. A soulful duet covers Curtis Mayfield with full African drums and rich homeland vocals to achieve deep musical texture.

7. “You’re My Best Friend” [Queen] Straight No Chaser [to be released]. A sweet, a cappella version of the stadium-worthy 70’s classic hit.

8. “Redemption Day” – (Sheryl Crow) -- Johnny Cash [2-27-2010]. From his final album produced by Rick Rubins, this cover has a gritty, spooky spirituality to it.

RollnSmokeRecords Presents: Smokin' New Covers of Great Old Songs ...

1. “Pretty in Pink” – (Psychedelic Furs) – The National. Indie rock cover of 80’s film icon track by band of Brooklynites.

2. “The Kids” – {MGMT) – B.o.B. featuring Janelle Monae [4-27-10]. Mixing alt-rock with hip-hop and a lovely cameo, this emerging pop-rapper from ATL loads this track onto his first full-length album release.

3. “No Diggity” – {BlackStreet} – The Klaxons. Spare, simple cover of early-90’s R&B track by rock band out of the U.K.

4. “Bad Company” – (Bad Company) Five Finger Death Punch [9-29-2009]. A hearty metal cover of this 70’s classic rock track featuring rich vocals and hard electric guitar.

5. “Electric Feel” – (MGMT) – Katy Perry (un-released). Pop songstress covers this alternative track with sufficient angst and spare back-up.

6. “Whole Lotta Love” – (Led Zepplin) -- Mary J. Blige [4-13-2010]. Complete with loud electric guitar riffs and topped with Mary’s soulful R&B pipes, Led never sounded so good! Check out her version of “Stairway to Heaven” to boot.

7. “Relief” – (R. Kelly) – Sam Amidon [3-29-2010]. An unexpected take on R&B master track by singer-song-writer with imperfect but appealing voice against string (banjo) bass and wind.

8. “White Rabbit” – (Jefferson Airplane) -- Grace Potter and the Nocturnals (3-2-2010). As part of the new ALMOST ALICE soundtrack, this version of the 70’s hippy-druggie classic is down with less rock and features clear, bright vocals and a trippy close.

9. “Cool Like That” – (Digable Planets) – Kidz in the Hall (unreleased). Easy re-mix of the soul acoustic hip-hop track complete with big string bass in the background by new-gen MC/DJ (-- friends from UPenn --) duo out of Chicago.

10. “Kiss Me Through the Phone” – (Soulja Boy) – Mike Posner [unreleased]. Detroit-bred and Duke-educated alt-hip-hopper re-mixes last year’s hip-hop blockbuster by pairing up with raps by Izza Kizza.

11. “I Can’t Go for That” -- (Hall & Oates) – The Bird and the Bea [3-23-2010]. Among nine other covers of the 70’s and 80’s popular duo classics, Inara George puts her wispy voice to use, and this one emerges as the best.

12. “She Got it Made” – [Rupert Holmes] -- Plies [3-29-10]. An unexpected re-mix of “If You Like Pina Coladas” that overwrites a 70’s pop icon with edgy, contemporary rap.

13. “Don’t Stop the Music” – (Rihanna) -- Jamie Cullum [3-2-2010] With jazz-infused piano and cool percussions, Brit jazz musician covers R&B songstress.

14. “Armada Latina” – (CSNY) -- Cypress Hill featuring Marc Antony and Pitbull [3-2-2010). A remix of the cult 70’s hippy classic with a twist of hip-hop and a dash of south of the border fiesta.

15. “Your Love” – (Annie Lennox) – Nicki Minaj [2-8-2010] Emerging R&B duet mistress uses the backbeat and refrain to Annie Lennox’s song “No More I Love You’s” as the backbone of this pop rap track.

16. “Don’t Stop the Music” – [Rihanna] -- The Bird and the Bee [un-released]. An eerie cover of the R&B original against an atmospheric backdrop.

17. “Under Pressure” – (David Bowie) – Jedward [1-31-2010]. Irish teen duo (and identical twins) mix Vanilla Ice with Bowie for their own pop take on the 80’s classic.

18. “Use Somebody” – (Kings of Leon) -- Pixie Lott [1-27-2010]. Young, emerging British siren covers already fantastic song in lovely acoustic ballad.

19. “Dream a Little Dream of Me” – (Louis Armstrong) – Michael Buble [2-1-2010]. Canadian Crooner is a natural for covering any and all swing classics.

20. “Ordinary World” – (Duran Duran) – Red [2-10-10]. An intriguing rock cover of the 80’s original.

21. “Party in the USA” Remix – (Miley Cyrus) -- Notorious B.I.G. (un-released). An unlikely cocktail of girly-q pop and hard-core old school rap.

22. “United States of Pop 2009” – (Jay Sean and Lil Wayne) -- DJ Earworm [un-released]. A clever musical collage of hugely popular hits from 2009, set primarily to the pop song “Down.”

23. “You're All I Need To Get By” – (Aretha Franklin) – Mark Ronson and Wale. With old-school R&B in mind, this duet pulls off a unique version of the classic with contemporary, well-produced groove.

24. “Whatever You Like” – [T.I.] -- Anya Marina [7-7-09]. The multi-talented and breathy songstress from Ann Arbor, Michigan, (Go Blue!) covers T.I. with requisite R&B aplomb.

25. “Sun is Shining” – (Bob Marley) – Bebel Gilberto [9-29-09]. A sexy cover of Bob Marley’s classic – ½ Portuguese and ½ English -- by Brazilian beauty descended from fine musical bloodline.

26. “Hot Like Fire” – [Aaliyah] – the XX [8-16-09]. Four pouty kids out of South London present spare, indie band chops -- on this track, covering Aaliyah -- off hyper-stylish debut album.

27. “Crossroads” – [Robert Johnson] – John Mayer [11-10-09]. Spare with percussion, back bass and electric guitar solos – with a dash of vocal duet -- and you’ve got a funked-up version of the rock original.

28. “Heartless” – [Kanye] – Kris Allen [11-17-09]. American Idol from Arkansas covers Kanye’s dramatic track with guitar riffs and a pop sensibility.

29. “Take a Bow” -- [Rihanna] – Glee Cast [9-29-09]. Less soulful and slightly teeny-bopper with choir-like back-up, Glee tackles another pop cover.

30. “Gold Digger” – [Kanye West] – Glee Cast [9-18-09]. Lead, Kanye-esque hip-hopper teams up with Harlem Church choir who are clapping and soulful background support.

31. “I’m Going Down” – (Bruce Springsteen) – Florence and the Machine featuring Kid Harpoon. An original approach to classic rock gem with two clear, old school voices, a guitar and a strong, snappy refrain.

32. “Beautiful” – (Christina Aguilera) – The Lemonheads [6-23-09]. Lead vocalist Evan Dando puts out an album of covers including this unlikely cover of pop star Christina Aguilera ‘s smash hit earlier this millennium done with plain guitar and (male) vocals.

33. “Might Like You Better” – (Romeo Void) -- Amanda Blank [8-4-19]. Philly MC launches her own tech-heavy, stripped down version of 80’s hit.

… The Following Tracks are Among the Best NEW COVERS but are currently unavailable on Playlist.com. Still worth checking out!...

1. “Strawberry Letter 23” – (Brothers Johnson) -- Quincy Jones featuring Akon [4-2-2010]. With Akon’s holding the harmony and Quincy mixing the backbeats, this cover, released as a single, hits a contemporary groove all its own.

2. “Rude Girl” – (Rihanna) -- Sean Kingston [un-released]. Chubby Jamaican hip-hopper covers Rihanna’s current pop hit with his own macho-mack daddy lyrics.

3. “Crazy Amazing” – VV Brown [2-2-2010]. The classic piano primer gets a whole new sound from emerging R&B queen out of The UK.

4. “Evil Woman” – (Eagles) -- Mike Posner [12-29-2009]. This contemporary R&B / hip-hop remix of 70’s classic rock –n- roll stalwart grooves a plentiful mojo all its own.

5. “Lovesong” – [The Cure] -- Jes [3-16-2010]. With a distinctive pop diva bent, Jes adds her signature Brit rock-tronic spin on The Cure’s classic.

6. “Gonna Get Along without You Now” – She and Him [3-23-2010]. The easy duo covers the retro track with pretty voice, acoustic guitar and pop sensibility.

7. “Move on Up” – (Curtis Mayfield) – Angelique Kidjo and John Legend [4-6-2010]. A soulful duet covers Curtis Mayfield with full African drums and rich homeland vocals to achieve deep musical texture.

8. “Me and Julio Down by the School Yard” (Simon and Garfunkle) and “Such Great Heights” (Postal Service) -- Streetlight Manifesto [3-16-2010]. Circus-like horns, guitar and mad-vocals from New Jersey ska-punk outfit who cover everything from early-70’s S&G classics to indie millennium.

9. “You’re My Best Friend” [Queen] Straight No Chaser [to be released]. A sweet, a cappella version of the stadium-worthy 70’s classic hit.

10. “Redemption Day” – (Sheryl Crow) -- Johnny Cash [2-27-2010]. From his final album produced by Rick Rubins, this cover has a gritty, spooky spirituality to it.

RollnSmokeRecords Presents: Smokin' New Covers of Great Old Songs ...

1. “Electric Feel” – (MGMT) – Katy Perry (un-released). Pop songstress covers this alternative track with sufficient angst and spare back-up.

2. “Whole Lotta Love” – (Led Zepplin) -- Mary J. Blige [4-13-2010]. Complete with loud electric guitar riffs and topped with Mary’s soulful R&B pipes, Led never sounded so good! Check out her version of “Stairway to Heaven” to boot.

3. “Relief” – (R. Kelly) – Sam Amidon [3-29-2010]. An unexpected take on R&B master track by singer-song-writer with imperfect but appealing voice against string (banjo) bass and wind.

4. “White Rabbit” – (Jefferson Airplane) -- Grace Potter and the Nocturnals (3-2-2010). As part of the new ALMOST ALICE soundtrack, this version of the 70’s hippy-druggie classic is down with less rock and features clear, bright vocals and a trippy close.

5. “Cool Like That” – (Digable Planets) – Kidz in the Hall (unreleased). Easy re-mix of the soul acoustic hip-hop track complete with big string bass in the background by new-gen MC/DJ (-- friends from UPenn --) duo out of Chicago.

6. “Kiss Me Through the Phone” – (Soulja Boy) – Mike Posner [unreleased]. Detroit-bred and Duke-educated alt-hip-hopper re-mixes last year’s hip-hop blockbuster by pairing up with raps by Izza Kizza.

7. “I Can’t Go for That” -- (Hall & Oates) – The Bird and the Bea [3-23-2010]. Among nine other covers of the 70’s and 80’s popular duo classics, Inara George puts her wispy voice to use, and this one emerges as the best.

8. “She Got it Made” – [Rupert Holmes] -- Plies [3-29-10]. An unexpected re-mix of “If You Like Pina Coladas” that overwrites a 70’s pop icon with edgy, contemporary rap.

9. “Don’t Stop the Music” – (Rihanna) -- Jamie Cullum [3-2-2010] With jazz-infused piano and cool percussions, Brit jazz musician covers R&B songstress.

10. “Armada Latina” – (CSNY) -- Cypress Hill featuring Marc Antony and Pitbull [3-2-2010). A remix of the cult 70’s hippy classic with a twist of hip-hop and a dash of south of the border fiesta.

11. “Your Love” – (Annie Lennox) – Nicki Minaj [2-8-2010] Emerging R&B duet mistress uses the backbeat and refrain to Annie Lennox’s song “No More I Love You’s” as the backbone of this pop rap track.

12. “Don’t Stop the Music” – [Rihanna] -- The Bird and the Bee [un-released]. An eerie cover of the R&B original against an atmospheric backdrop.

13. “Under Pressure” – (David Bowie) – Jedward [1-31-2010]. Irish teen duo (and identical twins) mix Vanilla Ice with Bowie for their own pop take on the 80’s classic.

14. “Use Somebody” – (Kings of Leon) -- Pixie Lott [1-27-2010]. Young, emerging British siren covers already fantastic song in lovely acoustic ballad.

15. “Dream a Little Dream of Me” – (Louis Armstrong) – Michael Buble [2-1-2010]. Canadian Crooner is a natural for covering any and all swing classics.

16. “Ordinary World” – (Duran Duran) – Red [2-10-10]. An intriguing rock cover of the 80’s original.

17. “Party in the USA” Remix – (Miley Cyrus) -- Notorious B.I.G. (un-released). An unlikely cocktail of girly-q pop and hard-core old school rap.

18. “United States of Pop 2009” – (Jay Sean and Lil Wayne) -- DJ Earworm [un-released]. A clever musical collage of hugely popular hits from 2009, set primarily to the pop song “Down.”

19. “You're All I Need To Get By” – (Aretha Franklin) – Mark Ronson and Wale. With old-school R&B in mind, this duet pulls off a unique version of the classic with contemporary, well-produced groove.

20. “Whatever You Like” – [T.I.] -- Anya Marina [7-7-09]. The multi-talented and breathy songstress from Ann Arbor, Michigan, (Go Blue!) covers T.I. with requisite R&B aplomb.

21. “Sun is Shining” – (Bob Marley) – Bebel Gilberto [9-29-09]. A sexy cover of Bob Marley’s classic – ½ Portuguese and ½ English -- by Brazilian beauty descended from fine musical bloodline.

22. “Hot Like Fire” – [Aaliyah] – the XX [8-16-09]. Four pouty kids out of South London present spare, indie band chops -- on this track, covering Aaliyah -- off hyper-stylish debut album.

23. “Crossroads” – [Robert Johnson] – John Mayer [11-10-09]. Spare with percussion, back bass and electric guitar solos – with a dash of vocal duet -- and you’ve got a funked-up version of the rock original.

24. “Heartless” – [Kanye] – Kris Allen [11-17-09]. American Idol from Arkansas covers Kanye’s dramatic track with guitar riffs and a pop sensibility.

25. “Take a Bow” -- [Rihanna] – Glee Cast [9-29-09]. Less soulful and slightly teeny-bopper with choir-like back-up, Glee tackles another pop cover.

26. “Gold Digger” – [Kanye West] – Glee Cast [9-18-09]. Lead, Kanye-esque hip-hopper teams up with Harlem Church choir who are clapping and soulful background support.

27. “I’m Going Down” – (Bruce Springsteen) – Florence and the Machine featuring Kid Harpoon. An original approach to classic rock gem with two clear, old school voices, a guitar and a strong, snappy refrain.

28. “Beautiful” – (Christina Aguilera) – The Lemonheads [6-23-09]. Lead vocalist Evan Dando puts out an album of covers including this unlikely cover of pop star Christina Aguilera ‘s smash hit earlier this millennium done with plain guitar and (male) vocals.

29. “Major Tom” – (David Bowie) -- Shiny Toy Guns [5-5-09]. A contemporary, sythn-pop electro-clash version of the David Bowie original from alternative group out of California.

30. “Don’t Stop Believin’” – Journey -- Glee Cast [5-19-09]. Just when you thought nothing could get cheesier than the orginal, think glee club and lip-synching in the shower, unlocking the inner geek in all of us.

31. “Might Like You Better” – (Romeo Void) -- Amanda Blank [8-4-09]. Philly MC launches her own tech-heavy, stripped down version of 80’s hit.

32. “Love Vigilantes” – (New Order) – Iron and Wine [5-19-09]. A plain, acoustic, folk-version of the early-90’s cult classic.

… The Following Tracks are Among the Best NEW COVERS but are currently unavailable on Playlist.com. Still worth checking out!...

1. “Strawberry Letter 23” – (Brothers Johnson) Quincy Jones featuring Akon ) [4-2-2010]. With Akon’s holding the harmony and Quincy mixing the backbeats, this cover, released as a single, hits a contemporary groove all its own.

2. “The Kids” – {MGMT) – B.o.B. featuring Janelle Monae [4-27-10]. Mixing alt-rock with hip-hop and a lovely cameo, this emerging pop-rapper from ATL loads this track onto his first full-length album release.

3. “Rude Girl” – (Rihanna) -- Sean Kingston [un-released]. Chubby Jamaican hip-hopper covers Rihanna’s current pop hit with his own macho-mack daddy lyrics.

4. “Crazy Amazing” – VV Brown [2-2-2010]. The classic piano primer gets a whole new sound from emerging R&B queen out of The UK.

5. “Evil Woman” – (Eagles) -- Mike Posner [12-29-2009]. This contemporary R&B / hip-hop remix of 70’s classic rock –n- roll stalwart grooves a plentiful mojo all its own.

6. “Lovesong” – [The Cure] -- Jes [3-16-2010]. With a distinctive pop diva bent, Jes adds her signature Brit rock-tronic spin on The Cure’s classic.

7. “Gonna Get Along without You Now” – She and Him [3-23-2010]. The easy duo covers the retro track with pretty voice, acoustic guitar and pop sensibility.

8. “Move on Up” – (Curtis Mayfield) – Angelique Kidjo and John Legend [4-6-2010]. A soulful duet covers Curtis Mayfield with full African drums and rich homeland vocals to achieve deep musical texture.

9. “Me and Julio Down by the School Yard” (Simon and Garfunkle) and “Such Great Heights” (Postal Service) -- Streetlight Manifesto [3-16-2010]. Circus-like horns, guitar and mad-vocals from New Jersey ska-punk outfit who cover everything from early-70’s S&G classics to indie millennium.

10. “You’re My Best Friend” [Queen] Straight No Chaser [to be released]. A sweet, a cappella version of the stadium-worthy 70’s classic hit.

11. “Redemption Day” – (Sheryl Crow) -- Johnny Cash [2-27-2010]. From his final album produced by Rick Rubins, this cover has a gritty, spooky spirituality to it.

RollnSmokeRecords Presents: Smokin' New Covers of Great Old Songs ...

1. “White Rabbit” – (Jefferson Airplane) -- Grace Potter and the Nocturnals (3-2-2010). As part of the new ALMOST ALICE soundtrack, this version of the 70’s hippy-druggie classic is down with less rock and features clear, bright vocals and a trippy close.

2. “Cool Like That” – (Digable Planets) – Kidz in the Hall (unreleased). Easy re-mix of the soul acoustic hip-hop track complete with big string bass in the background by new-gen MC/DJ (-- friends from UPenn --) duo out of Chicago.

3. “Kiss Me Through the Phone” – (Soulja Boy) -- Mike Posner [unreleased]. Detroit-bred and Duke-educated alt-hip-hopper re-mixes last year’s hip-hop blockbuster by pairing up with raps by Izza Kizza.

4. “I Can’t Go for That” -- (Hall & Oates) – The Bird and the Bea [3-23-2010]. Among nine other covers of the 70’s and 80’s popular duo classics, Inara George puts her wispy voice to use, and this one emerges as the best.

5. “She Got it Made” – [Rupert Holmes] -- Plies [3-29-10]. An unexpected re-mix of “If You Like Pina Coladas” that overwrites a 70’s pop icon with edgy, contemporary rap.

6. “Don’t Stop the Music” – (Rihanna) -- Jamie Cullum [3-2-2010] With jazz-infused piano and cool percussions, Brit jazz musician covers R&B songstress.

7. “Armada Latina” – (CSNY) -- Cypress Hill featuring Marc Antony and Pitbull [3-2-2010). A remix of the cult 70’s hippy classic with a twist of hip-hop and a dash of south of the border fiesta.

8. “Your Love” – (Annie Lennox) – Nicki Minaj [2-8-2010] Emerging R&B duet mistress uses the backbeat and refrain to Annie Lennox’s song “No More I Love You’s” as the backbone of this pop rap track.

9. “Don’t Stop the Music” – [Rihanna] -- The Bird and the Bee [un-released]. An eerie cover of the R&B original against an atmospheric backdrop.

10. “Under Pressure” – (David Bowie) – Jedward [1-31-2010]. Irish teen duo (and identical twins) mix Vanilla Ice with Bowie for their own pop take on the 80’s classic.

11. “Use Somebody” – (Kings of Leon) -- Pixie Lott [1-27-2010]. Young, emerging British siren covers already fantastic song in lovely acoustic ballad.

12. “Dream a Little Dream of Me” – (Louis Armstrong) – Michael Buble [2-1-2010]. Canadian Crooner is a natural for covering any and all swing classics.

13. “Ordinary World” – (Duran Duran) – Red [2-10-10]. An intriguing rock cover of the 80’s original.

14. “Party in the USA” Remix – (Miley Cyrus) -- Notorious B.I.G. (un-released). An unlikely cocktail of girly-q pop and hard-core old school rap.

15. “United States of Pop 2009” – (Jay Sean and Lil Wayne) -- DJ Earworm [un-released]. A clever musical collage of hugely popular hits from 2009, set primarily to the pop song “Down.”

16. “You're All I Need To Get By” – (Aretha Franklin) – Mark Ronson and Wale. With old-school R&B in mind, this duet pulls off a unique version of the classic with contemporary, well-produced groove.

17. “Whatever You Like” – [T.I.] -- Anya Marina [7-7-09]. The multi-talented and breathy songstress from Ann Arbor, Michigan, (Go Blue!) covers T.I. with requisite R&B aplomb.

18. “Sun is Shining” – (Bob Marley) – Bebel Gilberto [9-29-09]. A sexy cover of Bob Marley’s classic – ½ Portuguese and ½ English -- by Brazilian beauty descended from fine musical bloodline.

19. “Hot Like Fire” – [Aaliyah] – the XX [8-16-09]. Four pouty kids out of South London present spare, indie band chops -- on this track, covering Aaliyah -- off hyper-stylish debut album.

20. “Crossroads” – [Robert Johnson] – John Mayer [11-10-09]. Spare with percussion, back bass and electric guitar solos – with a dash of vocal duet -- and you’ve got a funked-up version of the rock original.

21. “Heartless” – [Kanye] – Kris Allen [11-17-09]. American Idol from Arkansas covers Kanye’s dramatic track with guitar riffs and a pop sensibility.

22. “Take a Bow” -- [Rihanna] – Glee Cast [9-29-09]. Less soulful and slightly teeny-bopper with choir-like back-up, Glee tackles another pop cover.

23. “Gold Digger” – [Kanye West] – Glee Cast [9-18-09]. Lead, Kanye-esque hip-hopper teams up with Harlem Church choir who are clapping and soulful background support.

24. “I’m Going Down” – (Bruce Springsteen) – Florence and the Machine featuring Kid Harpoon. An original approach to classic rock gem with two clear, old school voices, a guitar and a strong, snappy refrain.

25. “Beautiful” – (Christina Aguilera) – The Lemonheads [6-23-09]. Lead vocalist Evan Dando puts out an album of covers including this unlikely cover of pop star Christina Aguilera ‘s smash hit earlier this millennium done with plain guitar and (male) vocals.

26. “Major Tom” – (David Bowie) -- Shiny Toy Guns [5-5-09]. A contemporary, sythn-pop electro-clash version of the David Bowie original from alternative group out of California.

27. “Don’t Stop Believin’” – Journey -- Glee Cast [5-19-09]. Just when you thought nothing could get cheesier than the orginal, think glee club and lip-synching in the shower, unlocking the inner geek in all of us.

28. “Might Like You Better” – (Romeo Void) -- Amanda Blank [8-4-19]. Philly MC launches her own tech-heavy, stripped down version of 80’s hit.

29. “Love Vigilantes” – (New Order) – Iron and Wine [5-19-09]. A plain, acoustic, folk-version of the early-90’s cult classic.

… The Following Tracks are Among the Best NEW COVERS but are currently unavailable on Playlist.com. Still worth checking out!...

1. “Evil Woman” – (Eagles) -- Mike Posner [12-29-2009]. This contemporary R&B / hip-hop remix of 70’s classic rock –n- roll stalwart grooves a plentiful mojo all its own.

2. “Lovesong” – [The Cure] -- Jes [3-16-2010]. With a distinctive pop diva bent, Jes adds her signature Brit rock-tronic spin on The Cure’s classic.

3. “Gonna Get Along without You Now” – She and Him [3-23-2010]. The easy duo covers the retro track with pretty voice, acoustic guitar and pop sensibility.

4. “Move on Up” – (Curtis Mayfield) – Angelique Kidjo and John Legend [4-6-2010]. A soulful duet covers Curtis Mayfield with full African drums and rich homeland vocals to achieve deep musical texture.

5. “Me and Julio Down by the School Yard” (Simon and Garfunkle) and “Such Great Heights” (Postal Service) -- Streetlight Manifesto [3-16-2010]. Circus-like horns, guitar and mad-vocals from New Jersey ska-punk outfit who cover everything from early-70’s S&G classics to indie millennium.

6. “You’re My Best Friend” [Queen] Straight No Chaser [to be released]. A sweet, a cappella version of the stadium-worthy 70’s classic hit.

7. “Redemption Day” – (Sheryl Crow) -- Johnny Cash [2-27-2010]. From his final album produced by Rick Rubins, this cover has a gritty, spooky spirituality to it.

8. “Let it Be” – (The Beatles) -- Jennifer Hudson off HOPE FOR HAITI NOW [1-22-2010]. You can feel the tight emotion behind this heart-felt cover of the classic anthem of the wounded-hearted.

9. “Hard Times Come Again No More” – Civil War spiritual – Mary J. Blige off HOPE FOR HAITI NOW [1-22-2010]. A fearless and powerful voice accompanied by quiet piano with little organ thrown in and some snapping.

10. “Redemption Song’ – (Bob Marley) – John Legend. Off the holiday release of Starbuck’s ALL YOU NEED IS LOVE soundtrack, John Lgend covers Bob Marley with soul and background grooves that would make Bob smile. Ya, mon.

11. “Redemption Song” – (Bob Marley) – Rihanna [1-19-2010]. Featuring her singular and soulful voice, this island siren covers Marley with pride and for Haiti relief.

12. “You Gotta Fight for Your Right” (Beastie Boys) and “Love is the Drug” (Roxy Music) – The Hot Rats [1-19-10]. From a Supergrass all-covers side project these covers come off sounding like Who rock ballads.

13. “What You Do for Love” – [Bobby Caldwell] – Cleer. Contemporary hip-hopper from Ontario, California, covers 70’s pop soul track.

14. “All By Myself” – [Eric Carmen] – Sheryl Crow [11-17-09]. Sheryl Crow covers this inconic 70’s pop rock tune with typical gusto.

RollnSmokeRecords Presents: Smokin' New Covers of Great Old Songs ...

1. “I Can’t Go for That” -- (Hall & Oates) – The Bird and the Bea [3-23-2010]. Among nine other covers of the 70’s and 80’s popular duo classics, Inara George puts her wispy voice to use, and this one emerges as the best.

2. “She Got it Made” – [Rupert Holmes] -- Plies [3-29-10]. An unexpected re-mix of “If You Like Pina Coladas” that overwrites a 70’s pop icon with edgy, contemporary rap.

3. “Don’t Stop the Music” – (Rihanna) -- Jamie Cullum [3-2-2010] With jazz-infused piano and cool percussions, Brit jazz musician covers R&B songstress.

4. “Armada Latina” – (CSNY) -- Cypress Hill featuring Marc Antony and Pitbull [3-2-2010). A remix of the cult 70’s hippy classic with a twist of hip-hop and a dash of south of the border fiesta.

5. “Your Love” – (Annie Lennox) – Nicki Minaj [2-8-2010] Emerging R&B duet mistress uses the backbeat and refrain to Annie Lennox’s song “No More I Love You’s” as the backbone of this pop rap track.

6. “Don’t Stop the Music” – [Rihanna] -- The Bird and the Bee [un-released]. An eerie cover of the R&B original against an atmospheric backdrop.

7. “Under Pressure” – (David Bowie) – Jedward [1-31-2010]. Irish teen duo (and identical twins) mix Vanilla Ice with Bowie for their own pop take on the 80’s classic.

8. “We are the World 25” – [2-12-2010]. 25 years after the original was released, Lionel and Quincy pair up to produce another star-studded, Disney-ish version with pixie dust to benefit Haiti.

9. “Use Somebody” – (Kings of Leon) -- Pixie Lott [1-27-2010]. Young, emerging British siren covers already fantastic song in lovely acoustic ballad.

10. “Dream a Little Dream of Me” – (Louis Armstrong) – Michael Buble [2-1-2010]. Canadian Crooner is a natural for covering any and all swing classics.

11. “Ordinary World” – (Duran Duran) – Red [2-10-10]. An intriguing rock cover of the 80’s original.

12. “Party in the USA” Remix – (Miley Cyrus) -- Notorious B.I.G. (un-released). An unlikely cocktail of girly-q pop and hard-core old school rap.

13. “United States of Pop 2009” – (Jay Sean and Lil Wayne) -- DJ Earworm [un-released]. A clever musical collage of hugely popular hits from 2009, set primarily to the pop song “Down.”

14. “You're All I Need To Get By” – (Aretha Franklin) – Mark Ronson and Wale. With old-school R&B in mind, this duet pulls off a unique version of the classic with contemporary, well-produced groove.

15. “Whatever You Like” – [T.I.] -- Anya Marina [7-7-09]. The multi-talented and breathy songstress from Ann Arbor, Michigan, (Go Blue!) covers T.I. with requisite R&B aplomb.

16. “Sun is Shining” – (Bob Marley) – Bebel Gilberto [9-29-09]. A sexy cover of Bob Marley’s classic – ½ Portuguese and ½ English -- by Brazilian beauty descended from fine musical bloodline.

17. “Hot Like Fire” – [Aaliyah] – the XX [8-16-09]. Four pouty kids out of South London present spare, indie band chops -- on this track, covering Aaliyah -- off hyper-stylish debut album.

18. “Crossroads” – [Robert Johnson] – John Mayer [11-10-09]. Spare with percussion, back bass and electric guitar solos – with a dash of vocal duet -- and you’ve got a funked-up version of the rock original.

19. “Heartless” – [Kanye] – Kris Allen [11-17-09]. American Idol from Arkansas covers Kanye’s dramatic track with guitar riffs and a pop sensibility.

20. “Take a Bow” -- [Rihanna] – Glee Cast [9-29-09]. Less soulful and slightly teeny-bopper with choir-like back-up, Glee tackles another pop cover.

21. “Gold Digger” – [Kanye West] – Glee Cast [9-18-09]. Lead, Kanye-esque hip-hopper teams up with Harlem Church choir who are clapping and soulful background support.

22. “I’m Going Down” – (Bruce Springsteen) – Florence and the Machine featuring Kid Harpoon. An original approach to classic rock gem with two clear, old school voices, a guitar and a strong, snappy refrain.

23. “Beautiful” – (Christina Aguilera) – The Lemonheads [6-23-09]. Lead vocalist Evan Dando puts out an album of covers including this unlikely cover of pop star Christina Aguilera ‘s smash hit earlier this millennium done with plain guitar and (male) vocals.

24. “Major Tom” – (David Bowie) -- Shiny Toy Guns [5-5-09]. A contemporary, sythn-pop electro-clash version of the David Bowie original from alternative group out of California.

25. “Don’t Stop Believin’” – Journey -- Glee Cast [5-19-09]. Just when you thought nothing could get cheesier than the orginal, think glee club and lip-synching in the shower, unlocking the inner geek in all of us.

26. “Might Like You Better” – (Romeo Void) -- Amanda Blank. Philly MC launches her own tech-heavy, stripped down version of 80’s hit.

27. “Love Vigilantes” – (New Order) – Iron and Wine [5-19-09]. A plain, acoustic, folk-version of the early-90’s cult classic.

… The Following Tracks are Among the Best NEW COVERS but are currently unavailable on Playlist.com. Still worth checking out!...

1. “Gonna Get Along without You Now” – She and Him [3-23-2010]. The easy duo covers the retro track with pretty voice, acoustic guitar and pop sensibility.

2. “Move on Up” – (Curtis Mayfield) – Anjelique Kidjo and John Legend [4-6-2010]. A soulful duet covers Curtis Mayfield with full African drums and rich homeland vocals to achieve deep musical texture.

3. “Me and Julio Down by the School Yard” (Simon and Garfunkle) and “Such Great Heights” (Postal Service) -- Streetlight Manifesto [3-16-2010]. Circus-like horns, guitar and mad-vocals from New Jersey ska-punk outfit who cover everything from early-70’s S&G classics to indie millennium.

4. “White Rabbit” – Grace Potter and the Nocturnals (3-2-2010). As part of the new ALMOST ALICE soundtrack, this version of the 70’s hippy-druggie classic is down with less rock and features clear, bright vocals and a trippy close.

5. “You’re My Best Friend” [Queen] Straight No Chaser [to be released]. A sweet, a cappella version of the stadium-worthy 70’s classic hit.

6. “Redemption Day” – (Sheryl Crow) -- Johnny Cash [2-27-2010]. From his final album produced by Rick Rubins, this cover has a gritty, spooky spirituality to it.

7. “Let it Be” – (The Beatles) -- Jennifer Hudson off HOPE FOR HAITI NOW [1-22-2010]. You can feel the tight emotion behind this heart-felt cover of the classic anthem of the wounded-hearted.

8. “Hard Times Come Again No More” – Civil War spiritual – Mary J. Blige off HOPE FOR HAITI NOW [1-22-2010]. A fearless and powerful voice accompanied by quiet piano with little organ thrown in and some snapping.

9. “Redemption Song’ – (Bob Marley) – John Legend. Off the holiday release of Starbuck’s ALL YOU NEED IS LOVE soundtrack, John Lgend covers Bob Marley with soul and background grooves that would make Bob smile. Ya, mon.

10. “Redemption Song” – (Bob Marley) – Rihanna [1-19-2010]. Featuring her singular and soulful voice, this island siren covers Marley with pride and for Haiti relief.

11. “You Gotta Fight for Your Right” (Beastie Boys) and “Love is the Drug” (Roxy Music) – The Hot Rats [1-19-10]. From a Supergrass all-covers side project these covers come off sounding like Who rock ballads.

12. “What You Do for Love” – [Bobby Caldwell] – Cleer. Contemporary hip-hopper from Ontario, California, covers 70’s pop soul track.

13. “All By Myself” – [Eric Carmen] – Sheryl Crow [11-17-09]. Sheryl Crow covers this inconic 70’s pop rock tune with typical gusto.

RollnSmokeRecords Presents: Smokin' New Covers of Great Old Songs ...

1. “Don’t Stop the Music” – (Rihanna) -- Jamie Cullum [3-2-2010] With jazz-infused piano and cool percussions, Brit jazz musician covers R&B songstress.

2. “Armada Latina” – (CSNY) -- Cypress Hill featuring Marc Antony and Pitbull [3-2-2010). A remix of the cult 70’s hippy classic with a twist of hip-hop and a dash of south of the border fiesta.

3. “Your Love” – (Annie Lennox) – Nicki Minaj [2-8-2010] Emerging R&B duet mistress uses sing the backbeat and refrain to Annie Lennox’s song “No More I Love You’s,” as the backbone of this pop rap track.

4. “Don’t Stop the Music” – [Rihanna] -- The Bird and the Bee [un-released]. An eerie cover of the R&B original against an atmospheric backdrop.

5. “Under Pressure” – (David Bowie) – Jedward [1-31-2010]. Irish teen duo (and identical twins) mix Vanilla Ice with Bowie for their own pop take on the 80’s classic.

6. “Apologize” – (One Republic) – Silverstein [3-10-09]. A concise punk-rock version with heavy electric guitar, which may surpass the pop original.

7. “We are the World 25” – [2-12-2010]. 25 years after the original was released, Lionel and Quincy pair up to produce another star-studded, Disney-ish version with pixie dust to benefit Haiti.

8. “Use Somebody” – (Kings of Leon) -- Pixie Lott [1-27-2010]. Young, emerging British siren covers already fantastic song in lovely acoustic ballad.

9. “Dream a Little Dream of Me” – (Louis Armstrong) – Michael Buble [2-1-2010]. Canadian Crooner is a natural for covering any and all swing classics.

10. “Ordinary World” – (Duran Duran) – Red [2-10-10]. An intriguing rock cover of the 80’s original.

11. “Party in the USA” Remix – (Miley Cyrus) -- Notorious B.I.G. (un-released). An unlikely cocktail of girly-q pop and hard-core old school rap.

12. “United States of Pop 2009” – (Jay Sean and Lil Wayne) -- DJ Earworm [un-released]. A clever musical collage of hugely popular hits from 2009, set primarily to the pop song “Down.”

13. “You're All I Need To Get By” – (Aretha Franklin) – Mark Ronson and Wale. With old-school R&B in mind, this duet pulls off a unique version of the classic with contemporary, well-produced groove.

14. “Whatever You Like” – [T.I.] -- Anya Marina [7-7-09]. The multi-talented and breathy songstress from Ann Arbor, Michigan, (Go Blue!) covers T.I. with requisite R&B aplomb.

15. “Sun is Shining” – (Bob Marley) – Bebel Gilberto [9-29-09]. A sexy cover of Bob Marley’s classic – ½ Portuguese and ½ English -- by Brazilian beauty descended from fine musical bloodline.

16. “Hot Like Fire” – [Aaliyah] – the XX [8-16-09]. Four pouty kids out of South London present spare, indie band chops -- on this track, covering Aaliyah -- off hyper-stylish debut album.

17. “Crossroads” – [Robert Johnson] – John Mayer [11-10-09]. Spare with percussion, back bass and electric guitar solos – with a dash of vocal duet -- and you’ve got a funked-up version of the rock original.

18. “Heartless” – [Kanye] – Kris Allen [11-17-09]. American Idol from Arkansas covers Kanye’s dramatic track with guitar riffs and a pop sensibility.

19. “Take a Bow” -- [Rihanna] – Glee Cast [9-29-09]. Less soulful and slightly teeny-bopper with choir-like back-up, Glee tackles another pop cover.

20. “Gold Digger” – [Kanye West] – Glee Cast [9-18-09]. Lead, Kanye-esque hip-hopper teams up with Harlem Church choir who are clapping and soulful background support.

21. “I’m Going Down” – (Bruce Springsteen) – Florence and the Machine featuring Kid Harpoon. An original approach to classic rock gem with two clear, old school voices, a guitar and a strong, snappy refrain.

22. “Beautiful” – (Christina Aguilera) – The Lemonheads [6-23-09]. Lead vocalist Evan Dando puts out an album of covers including this unlikely cover of pop star Christina Aguilera ‘s smash hit earlier this millennium done with plain guitar and (male) vocals.

23. “Major Tom” – (David Bowie) -- Shiny Toy Guns [5-5-09]. A contemporary, sythn-pop electro-clash version of the David Bowie original from alternative group out of California.

24. “Don’t Stop Believin’” – Journey -- Glee Cast [5-19-09]. Just when you thought nothing could get cheesier than the orginal, think glee club and lip-synching in the shower, unlocking the inner geek in all of us.

25. “Heartless” – (Kanye West) -- The Fray [4-7-09]. A more dramatic alt-indie cover by Denver-based band of the pop hip-hop smash hit from last summer.

26. “Might Like You Better” – (Romeo Void) -- Amanda Blank. Philly MC launches her own tech-heavy, stripped down version of 80’s hit.

27. “Love Vigilantes” – (New Order) – Iron and Wine [5-19-09]. A plain, acoustic, folk-version of the early-90’s cult classic.

28. “Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds” – (The Beatles) – Easy Star All-Stars [4-14-09]. Done reggae-style, gets you sining right along. Ya. Mon.

… The Following Tracks are Among the Best NEW COVERS but are currently unavailable on Playlist.com. Still worth checking out!...

1. “White Rabbit” – Grace Potter and the Nocturnals (3-2-2010). As part of the new ALMOST ALICE soundtrack, this version of the 70’s hippy-druggie classic is down with less rock and features clear, bright vocals and a trippy close.

2. “She Got it Good” – [Rupert Holmes] -- Plies [to be released]. An unexpected re-mix of “If You Like Pina Coladas” that overwrites a 70’s pop icon with edgy, contemporary rap.

3. “I Can’t Go for That” -- (Hall & Oates) – The Bird and the Bea [3-23-2010]. Among nine other covers of the 70’s and 80’s popular duo classics, Inara George puts her wispy voice to use, and this one emerges as the best.

4. “You’re My Best Friend” [Queen] Straight No Chaser [to be released]. A sweet, a cappella version of the stadium-worthy 70’s classic hit.

5. “Redemption Day” – (Sheryl Crow) -- Johnny Cash [2-27-2010]. From his final album produced by Rick Rubins, this cover has a gritty, spooky spirituality to it.

6. “Let it Be” – (The Beatles) -- Jennifer Hudson off HOPE FOR HAITI NOW [1-22-2010]. You can feel the tight emotion behind this heart-felt cover of the classic anthem of the wounded-hearted.

7. “Hard Times Come Again No More” – Civil War spiritual – Mary J. Blige off HOPE FOR HAITI NOW [1-22-2010]. A fearless and powerful voice accompanied by quiet piano with little organ thrown in and some snapping.

8. “Redemption Song’ – (Bob Marley) – John Legend. Off the holiday release of Starbuck’s ALL YOU NEED IS LOVE soundtrack, John Lgend covers Bob Marley with soul and background grooves that would make Bob smile. Ya, mon.

9. “Move on Up” – (Curtis Mayfield) – Anjelique Kidjo and John Legend [due in March]. A soulful duet groove with African drums and back-up vocals for texture.

10. “Redemption Song” – (Bob Marley) – Rihanna [1-19-2010]. Featuring her singular and soulful voice, this island siren covers Marley with pride and for Haiti relief.

11. “I Get Paper” – (Suzanne Vega) -- Kevin Cossom and Drake []. Suzanne Vega’s memorable indie-rock hook is updated and transformed by hip-hop duet.

12. “You Gotta Fight for Your Right” (Beastie Boys) and “Love is the Drug” (Roxy Music) – The Hot Rats [1-19-10]. From a Supergrass all-covers side project these covers come off sounding like Who rock ballads.

13. “What You Do for Love” – [Bobby Caldwell] – Cleer. Contemporary hip-hopper from Ontario, California, covers 70’s pop soul track.

14. “All By Myself” – [Eric Carmen] – Sheryl Crow [11-17-09]. Sheryl Crow covers this inconic 70’s pop rock tune with typical gusto.

RollnSmokeRecords Presents: Smokin' New Covers of Great Old Songs ...

1. “Under Pressure” – (David Bowie) – Jedward [1-31-2010]. Irish teen duo (and identical twins) mix Vanilla Ice with Bowie for their own pop take on the 80’s classic.

2. “Apologize” – (One Republic) – Silverstein [3-10-09]. A concise punk-rock version with heavy electric guitar, which may surpass the pop original.

3. “We are the World 25” – [2-12-2010]. 25 years after the original was released, Lionel and Quincy pair up to produce another star-studded, Disney-ish version with pixie dust to benefit Haiti.

4. “Use Somebody” – (Kings of Leon) -- Pixie Lott [1-27-2010]. Young, emerging British siren covers already fantastic song in lovely acoustic ballad.

5. “Dream a Little Dream of Me” – (Louis Armstrong) – Michael Buble [2-1-2010]. Canadian Crooner is a natural for covering any and all swing classics.

6. “Ordinary World” – (Duran Duran) – Red [2-10-10]. An intriguing rock cover of the 80’s original.

7. “Party in the USA” Remix – (Miley Cyrus) -- Notorious B.I.G. (un-released). An unlikely cocktail of girly-q pop and hard-core old school rap.

8. “United States of Pop 2009” – (Jay Sean and Lil Wayne) -- DJ Earworm [un-released]. A clever musical collage of hugely popular hits from 2009, set primarily to the pop song “Down.”

9. “You're All I Need To Get By” – (Aretha Franklin) – Mark Ronson and Wale. With old-school R&B in mind, this duet pulls off a unique version of the classic with contemporary, well-produced groove.

10. “Whatever You Like” – [T.I.] -- Anya Marina [7-7-09]. The multi-talented and breathy songstress from Ann Arbor, Michigan, (Go Blue!) covers T.I. with requisite R&B aplomb.

11. “Sun is Shining” – (Bob Marley) – Bebel Gilberto [9-29-09]. A sexy cover of Bob Marley’s classic – ½ Portuguese and ½ English -- by Brazilian beauty descended from fine musical bloodline.

12. “Hot Like Fire” – [Aaliyah] – the XX [8-16-09]. Four pouty kids out of South London present spare, indie band chops -- on this track, covering Aaliyah -- off hyper-stylish debut album.

13. “Crossroads” – [Robert Johnson] – John Mayer [11-10-09]. Spare with percussion, back bass and electric guitar solos – with a dash of vocal duet -- and you’ve got a funked-up version of the rock original.

14. “Heartless” – [Kanye] – Kris Allen [11-17-09]. American Idol from Arkansas covers Kanye’s dramatic track with guitar riffs and a pop sensibility.

15. “Take a Bow” -- [Rihanna] – Glee Cast [9-29-09]. Less soulful and slightly teeny-bopper with choir-like back-up, Glee tackles another pop cover.

16. “Gold Digger” – [Kanye West] – Glee Cast [9-18-09]. Lead, Kanye-esque hip-hopper teams up with Harlem Church choir who are clapping and soulful background support.

17. “I’m Going Down” – (Bruce Springsteen) – Florence and the Machine featuring Kid Harpoon. An original approach to classic rock gem with two clear, old school voices, a guitar and a strong, snappy refrain.

18. “Beautiful” – (Christina Aguilera) – The Lemonheads [6-23-09]. Lead vocalist Evan Dando puts out an album of covers including this unlikely cover of pop star Christina Aguilera ‘s smash hit earlier this millennium done with plain guitar and (male) vocals.

19. “Major Tom” – (David Bowie) -- Shiny Toy Guns [5-5-09]. A contemporary, sythn-pop electro-clash version of the David Bowie original from alternative group out of California.

20. “Don’t Stop Believin’” – Journey -- Glee Cast [5-19-09]. Just when you thought nothing could get cheesier than the orginal, think glee club and lip-synching in the shower, unlocking the inner geek in all of us.

21. “Heartless” – (Kanye West) -- The Fray [4-7-09]. A more dramatic alt-indie cover by Denver-based band of the pop hip-hop smash hit from last summer.

22. “Might Like You Better” – (Romeo Void) -- Amanda Blank. Philly MC launches her own tech-heavy, stripped down version of 80’s hit.

23. “Love Vigilantes” – (New Order) – Iron and Wine [5-19-09]. A plain, acoustic, folk-version of the early-90’s cult classic.

24. “Use Somebody” – (Kings of Leon) -- Bat for Lashes [leaked]. Natasha Kahn combines spare tamborine and organ to cover this (itself new) sexy number by brothers band from Texas.

25. “Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds” – (The Beatles) – Easy Star All-Stars [4-14-09]. Done reggae-style, gets you sining right along. Ya. Mon!

26. “When I Grow Up” – (Pussycat Dolls) MayDay Parade [3-10-09]. Pop-punk cover of Pussycat’s big hit from an up-and-coming group out of Tallahassee.

… The Following Tracks are Among the Best NEW COVERS but are currently unavailable on Playlist.com. Still worth checking out!...

1. “Redemption Day” – (Sheryl Crow) -- Johnny Cash [2-27-2010]. From his final album produced by Rick Rubins, this cover has a gritty, spooky spirituality to it.

2. “Let it Be” – (The Beatles) -- Jennifer Hudson off HOPE FOR HAITI NOW [1-22-2010]. You can feel the tight emotion behind this heart-felt cover of the classic anthem of the wounded-hearted.

3. “Hard Times Come Again No More” – Civil War spiritual – Mary J. Blige off HOPE FOR HAITI NOW [1-22-2010]. A fearless and powerful voice accompanied by quiet piano with little organ thrown in and some snapping.

4. “Redemption Song’ – (Bob Marley) – John Legend. Off the holiday release of Starbuck’s ALL YOU NEED IS LOVE soundtrack, John Lgend covers Bob Marley with soul and background grooves that would make Bob smile. Ya, mon.

5. “Move on Up” – (Curtis Mayfield) – Anjelique Kidjo and John Legend [due in March]. A soulful duet groove with African drums and back-up vocals for texture.

6. “Redemption Song” – (Bob Marley) – Rihanna [1-19-2010]. Featuring her singular and soulful voice, this island siren covers Marley with pride and for Haiti relief.

7. “I Get Paper” – (Suzanne Vega) -- Kevin Cossom and Drake []. Suzanne Vega’s memorable indie-rock hook is updated and transformed by hip-hop duet.

8. “You Gotta Fight for Your Right” (Beastie Boys) and “Love is the Drug” (Roxy Music) – The Hot Rats [1-19-10]. From a Supergrass all-covers side project these covers come off sounding like Who rock ballads.

9. “What You Do for Love” – [Bobby Caldwell] – Cleer. Contemporary hip-hopper from Ontario, California, covers 70’s pop soul track.

10. “All By Myself” – [Eric Carmen] – Sheryl Crow [11-17-09]. Sheryl Crow covers this inconic 70’s pop rock tune with typical gusto.

11. “Cecilia” – [Simon & Garfunkel] Jesse Cook [9-29-09]. Canadian musician mixes clapping, percussion and flamenco guitar to cover this hippie classic.

12. “I Want to Know What Love is” – (Foreigner) – Mariah Carey [9-29-09]. The pop R&B mega-star covers this classic rock track, strung through with full choir background, with dramatic aplomb.

13. “Blackbird” – [Beatles] – Lindsay Mac. Emerging folk-music singer and cellist covers fine old Beatles tune with her lovely lilting voice.

14. “Everybody’s Talking” – [Glen Campbell] – Linda Eder [10-13-09]. A Jack Johnson-samba plucky cover of the Midnight CowBoy original by contemporary vocalist from Tucson.

15. “Just a Friend” – {Biz Markie] – Lissie Trullie [10-20-09]. New York city icon and fashionista covers old school hip-hop with rock indie flair.

16. “Smoke Gets in Your Eyes” – Barbara Streisand [9-29-09]. With full orchestral back-up Babs knocks out a jazz classic with typical emotive voice.

17. “You’ve Got a Friend” – {James Taylor} – Yo La Tengo [9-8-09]. A spare acoustic , almost macabre solo effort at the 70’s singer-songwriter’s classic.

18. “Mainstreet” – [Bob Seeger} – Uncle Kracker [9-15-09]. Kid Rock’s buddy from Detroit hits a pretty draned-close ringer for the original, 70’s gritty hit.

19. “Baby, it’s Cold Outside” – Willie Nelson and Norah Jones [8-25-09] Two classic voices combine in duet to re-create this American Classic from Willie’s new (jazz) album of the same title.

20. “Blame it on the Weed” – (Jamie Foxx) -- Wayne Marshall (un-released). A reggae dancehall version of Jamie Foxx’s hip-hop smash hit praising the virtues of THC.

RollnSmokeRecords Presents: Smokin' New Covers of Great Old Songs ...

1. “Use Somebody” – (Kings of Leon) -- Pixie Lott [1-27-2010]. Young, emerging British siren covers already fantastic song in lovely acoustic ballad.

2. “Dream a Little Dream of Me” – (Louis Armstrong) – Michael Buble [2-1-2010]. Canadian Crooner is a natural for covering any and all swing classics.

3. “Ordinary World” – (Duran Duran) – Red [2-10-09]. An intriguing rock cover of the 80’s original.

4. “Party in the USA” Remix – (Miley Cyrus) -- Notorious B.I.G. (un-released). An unlikely cocktail of girly-q pop and hard-core old school rap.

5. “United States of Pop 2009” – (Jay Sean and Lil Wayne) -- DJ Earworm [un-released]. A clever musical collage of hugely popular hits from 2009, set primarily to the pop song “Down.”

6. “You're All I Need To Get By” – (Aretha Franklin) – Mark Ronson and Wale. With old-school R&B in mind, this duet pulls off a unique version of the classic with contemporary, well-produced groove.

7. “Whatever You Like” – [T.I.] -- Anya Marina [7-7-09]. The multi-talented and breathy songstress from Ann Arbor, Michigan, (Go Blue!) covers T.I. with requisite R&B aplomb.

8. “Sun is Shining” – (Bob Marley) – Bebel Gilberto [9-29-09]. A sexy cover of Bob Marley’s classic – ½ Portuguese and ½ English -- by Brazilian beauty descended from fine musical bloodline.

9. “Hot Like Fire” – [Aaliyah] – the XX [8-16-09]. Four pouty kids out of South London present spare, indie band chops -- on this track, covering Aaliyah -- off hyper-stylish debut album.

10. “Crossroads” – [Robert Johnson] – John Mayer [11-10-09]. Spare with percussion, back bass and electric guitar solos – with a dash of vocal duet -- and you’ve got a funked-up version of the rock original.

11. “Heartless” – [Kanye] – Kris Allen [11-17-09]. American Idol from Arkansas covers Kanye’s dramatic track with guitar riffs and a pop sensibility.

12. “Take a Bow” -- [Rihanna] – Glee Cast [9-29-09]. Less soulful and slightly teeny-bopper with choir-like back-up, Glee tackles another pop cover.

13. “Gold Digger” – [Kanye West] – Glee Cast [9-18-09]. Lead, Kanye-esque hip-hopper teams up with Harlem Church choir who are clapping and soulful background support.

14. “I’m Going Down” – (Bruce Springsteen) – Florence and the Machine featuring Kid Harpoon. An original approach to classic rock gem with two clear, old school voices, a guitar and a strong, snappy refrain.

15. “Beautiful” – (Christina Aguilera) – The Lemonheads [6-23-09]. Lead vocalist Evan Dando puts out an album of covers including this unlikely cover of pop star Christina Aguilera ‘s smash hit earlier this millennium done with plain guitar and (male) vocals.

16. “Major Tom” – (David Bowie) -- Shiny Toy Guns [5-5-09]. A contemporary, sythn-pop electro-clash version of the David Bowie original from alternative group out of California.

17. “Don’t Stop Believin’” – (Journey) -- Glee Cast [5-19-09]. Just when you thought nothing could get cheesier than the orginal, think glee club and lip-synching in the shower, unlocking the inner geek in all of us.

18. “Heartless” – (Kanye West) -- The Fray [4-7-09]. A more dramatic alt-indie cover by Denver-based band of the pop hip-hop smash hit from last summer.

19. “Might Like You Better” – (Romeo Void) -- Amanda Blank. Philly MC launches her own tech-heavy, stripped down version of 80’s hit.

20. “Love Vigilantes” – (New Order) – Iron and Wine [5-19-09]. A plain, acoustic, folk-version of the early-90’s cult classic.

21. “Use Somebody” – (Kings of Leon) -- Bat for Lashes [leaked]. Natasha Kahn combines spare tamborine and organ to cover this (itself new) sexy number by brothers band from Texas.

22. “Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds” – (The Beatles) – Easy Star All-Stars [4-14-09]. Done reggae-style, gets you sining right along. Ya. Mon!

23. “Beggin’” – (Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons) Madcon [1-13-09]. An R&B track by hip-hop group that perfectly blends pop with rap for prime danceability.

24. “Give it to Me Right” – (The Zombies) Melanie Fiona [12-23-08]. Her own soulful groove laid over the infamous “Time of the Season Zombie backbeat.

25. “Show Me Love” –[Robin S] -- Steve Angello & Laid Back Luke [2009]. A remix of the disco classic re-mixed for a still danceable, club/house sound.

26. “When I Grow Up” – (Pussycat Dolls) MayDay Parade [3-10-09]. Pop-punk cover of Pussycat’s big hit from an up-and-coming group out of Tallahassee.

27. “Jai Ho (You Are My Destiny)” – (A.R. Rahman) The Pussycat Dolls feat. Nicole Scheringer [3/2009]. Ditching Bollywood for the Hollywood edition without the Hindi chants and with the cream puff pop lyrics.

… The Following Tracks are Among the Best NEW COVERS but are currently unavailable on Playlist.com. Still worth checking out!...

1. “Let it Be” – (The Beatles) -- Jennifer Hudson off HOPE FOR HAITI NOW [1-22-2010]. You can feel the tight emotion behind this heart-felt cover of the classic anthem of the wounded-hearted.

2. “Hard Times Come Again No More” – Civil War spiritual – Mary J. Blige off HOPE FOR HAITI NOW [1-22-2010]. A fearless and powerful voice accompanied by quiet piano with little organ thrown in and some snapping.

3. “Redemption Song’ – (Bob Marley) – John Legend. Off the holiday release of Starbuck’s ALL YOU NEED IS LOVE soundtrack, John Lgend covers Bob Marley with soul and background grooves that would make Bob smile. Ya, mon.

4. “Move on Up” – (Curtis Mayfield) – Anjelique Kidjo and John Legend [due in March]. A soulful duet groove with African drums and back-up vocals for texture.

5. “Redemption Song” – (Bob Marley) – Rihanna [1-19-2010]. Featuring her singular and soulful voice, this island siren covers Marley with pride and for Haiti relief.

6. “I Get Paper” – (Suzanne Vega) -- Kevin Cossom and Drake []. Suzanne Vega’s memorable indie-rock hook is updated and transformed by hip-hop duet.

7. “You Gotta Fight for Your Right” (Beastie Boys) and “Love is the Drug” (Roxy Music) – The Hot Rats [1-19-10]. From a Supergrass all-covers side project these covers come off sounding like Who rock ballads.

8. “What You Won’t Do for Love” – [Bobby Caldwell] – Cleer. Contemporary hip-hopper from Ontario, California, covers 70’s pop soul track.

9. “All By Myself” – [Eric Carmen] – Sheryl Crow [11-17-09]. Sheryl Crow covers this inconic 70’s pop rock tune with typical gusto.

10. “Cecilia” – [Simon & Garfunkel] Jesse Cook [9-29-09]. Canadian musician mixes clapping, percussion and flamenco guitar to cover this hippie classic.

11. “I Want to Know What Love is” – (Foreigner) – Mariah Carey [9-29-09]. The pop R&B mega-star covers this classic rock track, strung through with full choir background, with dramatic aplomb.

12. “Blackbird” – [Beatles] – Lindsay Mac. Emerging folk-music singer and cellist covers fine old Beatles tune with her lovely lilting voice.

13. “Everybody’s Talking” – [Glen Campbell] – Linda Eder [10-13-09]. A Jack Johnson-samba plucky cover of the Midnight CowBoy original by contemporary vocalist from Tucson.

14. “Just a Friend” – {Biz Markie] – Lissie Trullie [10-20-09]. New York city icon and fashionista covers old school hip-hop with rock indie flair.

15. “Smoke Gets in Your Eyes” – Barbara Streisand [9-29-09]. With full orchestral back-up Babs knocks out a jazz classic with typical emotive voice.

16. “You’ve Got a Friend” – {James Taylor} – Yo La Tengo [9-8-09]. A spare acoustic , almost macabre solo effort at the 70’s singer-songwriter’s classic.

17. “Mainstreet” – [Bob Seeger} – Uncle Kracker [9-15-09]. Kid Rock’s buddy from Detroit hits a pretty draned-close ringer for the original, 70’s gritty hit.

18. “Baby, it’s Cold Outside” – Willie Nelson and Norah Jones [8-25-09] Two classic voices combine in duet to re-create this American Classic from Willie’s new (jazz) album of the same title.

19. “Blame it on the Weed” – (Jamie Foxx) -- Wayne Marshall (un-released). A reggae dancehall version of Jamie Foxx’s hip-hop smash hit praising the virtues of THC.

20. “Gotta Serve Somebody” – (Bob Dylan) – Tommy Castro [8-11-09]. Long-time rockin’ soul man taps the Memphis R&B at the bottom of this great blues track.

21. “Don’t Know Why” – {Norah Jones} – Smokey Robinson [8-25-09]. A hushed, piano bar rendition of the Norah Jones classic that captures Smokey’s soulfully sliding vocals.

22. “Can’t Find My Way Back Home” – (Loggins and Messina) – Jonah Smith [8-18-09]. With beautiful keyboards and melancholy guitar from this new pop soul/singer-songwriter from The East Coast.

23. “Ecstasy” – JJ [7-1-09]. Ripping and making addictive threads from Lil Wayne’s “Lollipop” and Will Smith’s “Miami,” Swedish electronic act JJ extols the virtues of club drug ecstasy in this haunting and atmospheric track.

24. “Zombie” – (The Cranberries) – Jay Brannan [6-30-09]. A mellow, singer-songwriter acoustic re-working of haunting and culty Irish band track.

25. “Used to Love You” – (John Legend) – Marcus Johnson [6-2-09]. R&B, smooth jazz keyboard cover with vocal reprises.

26. “Smooth Criminal” – (Michael Jackson) – David Garrett [6-2-09]. German violinist tackles the late King of Pop’s ferocious track with gusto.