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.
Tuesday, April 13, 2010
Tuesday, April 6, 2010
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.
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.
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