NEWLY RELEASED COVERS & REMIXES (OF GREAT OLD SONGS)
1. “Rolling in the Deep” – (Adele) – John Legend (leaked 7/2011). Soul singer proves his vocal harmony and gets back up from spare choir.
2. “Pursuit of Happiness” – (Kid Cudi) – Lissie (leaked 7/2011). In honor of happiness, Lissie belts out her downhome version of Kudi’s hip hop track.
3. “I Can’t Make you Love Me” / “Nick of Time”– (Bonnie Raitt) – Bon Iver [7-5-2011]. Spare piano and tenor vocals comprise cover of emotive tracks by indie folk rocker.
4. “Lovesong’ – (The Cure) – Adele [2-22-2011]. Winsome cover, slow and sweet, with soft guitar and Adele’s smoky-soulful voice.
5. “Poker Face” – (Lady GaGa) – Leftover Cuties {leaked 6/2011}. Unlikely and dramatic rendering of breakout single by GaGa.
6. “Lovefool” – {Cardigans) – The Morning Benders [leaked 6/2011]. Simple acoustic cover of Irish pop favorite with SoCal twist.
7. “Old Man” – (Neil Young) – RedLight King (4-12-2011). Using Neil’s actual refrain, this emerging white-boy hip-hop group reworks the 70’s rock classic with its own lyrics and vibe.
8. “I Can’t Make You Love Me” – (Bonnie Raitt) -- Tank [12-10-2010]. Contemporary R&B singer out of D.C. covers melancholy 90’s love song.
9. “Heartbeats” – (The Knife) – Ellie Goulding (unreleased). British vocalist sings prettily en duet with spare acoustics.
10. “Use Somebody” – (Kings of Leon) Laura Jansen [3-22-2011]. Dramatic, slow female vocals on top of spare backdrop makes for easy listening of latest cover of this track from a couple of years back.
11. “There is a Light that Never Goes Out” – (Smiths) – Dum Dum Girls [3-1-2011]. 60’s-inflected California Girls rock this cover of the British Invasion 80’s original.
12. “You Oughta Know” – (Billy Joel) – Das Racist [un-released]. Sloppy raps over remixed version of 70’s hit.
13. “Everywhere” – (Fleetwood Mac) – Vampire Weekend (un-released). With a small venue studio sound, these modern alt-rockers covers 70’s rock classic.
14. “Crazy” – (Seal) – Yeasayer [to be released]. Genre-beding band out of Brooklyn covers Seal classic from early-1990’s.
15. “Thriller” – {Michael Jackson) -- Imogen Heap (unreleased). A daring, dramatic piano recital of cover of the late, great R&B master.
16. “Strangelove” – (Depeche Mode) – Bat for Lashes {un-released]. Pakistani-born Natasha Khan leads her Brit band through this original take on alt-classic.
17. “Mercy Mercy Me” – {Marvin Gaye) – The Strokes and Eddie Vedder [un-released]. A spare alt-rock cover of old Motown favorite.
18. “There’s a Limit to Your Love” – (Feist) -- James Blake [2-7-2011]. Innovative and spare electronica cover of alt-original.
19. “Such Great Heights” – (The Postal Service) – Ben Folds (unreleased). Without fanfare Ben Folds covers alt-pop-rocker from ’03.
20. “Young Folks” Remix – (Peter, Bjorn & John) – [unreleased]. Kanye West. Somewhat uninspired raps blend over trademarked whistling background.
21. “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.
22. “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.
23. “It’s My Party” – (Leslie Gore) – Amy Winehouse [11-9-2010]. Wino and Mark Ronson reunite on this retro cover.
24. “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.
25. “Ghost of Tom Joad” – (Bruce Springsteen) – Junip [9-14-2010]. Debut solo effort by Jose Gonzalaz features his mesmerizing voice and strumming acoustic guitar.
26. “Creep” – (RadioHead) – Scala & Kolacny Brothers [9-28-2010]. A spectacularly soothing cover – complete with full choir and piano -- of the alternative rock original.
27. “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.”
Thursday, July 7, 2011
Friday, June 10, 2011
RollnSmokeRecords Presents: Smokin' New Covers of Great Old Songs ...
1. “Lovesong’ – (The Cure) – Adele [2-22-2011]. Winsome cover, slow and sweet, with soft guitar and Adele’s smoky-soulful voice.
2. “Poker Face” – (Lady GaGa) – Leftover Cuties {leaked 6/2011}. Unlikely and dramatic rendering of breakout single by GaGa.
3. “Lovefool” – {Cardigans) – The Morning Benders [leaked 6/2011]. Simple acoustic cover of Irish pop favorite with SoCal twist.
4. “Old Man” – (Neil Young) – RedLight King (4-12-2011). Using Neil’s actual refrain, this emerging white-boy hip-hop group reworks the 70’s rock classic with its own lyrics and vibe.
5. “I Can’t Make You Love Me” – (Bonnie Raitt) -- Tank [12-10-2010]. Contemporary R&B singer out of D.C. covers melancholy 90’s love song.
6. “Heartbeats” – (The Knife) – Ellie Goulding (unreleased). British vocalist sings prettily en duet with spare acoustics.
7. “Use Somebody” – (Kings of Leon) Laura Jansen [3-22-2011]. Dramatic, slow female vocals on top of spare backdrop makes for easy listening of latest cover of this track from a couple of years back.
8. “There is a Light that Never Goes Out” – (Smiths) – Dum Dum Girls [3-1-2011]. 60’s-inflected California Girls rock this cover of the British Invasion 80’s original.
9. “You Oughta Know” – (Billy Joel) – Das Racist [un-released]. Sloppy raps over remixed version of 70’s hit.
10. “Everywhere” – (Fleetwood Mac) – Vampire Weekend (un-released). With a small venue studio sound, these modern alt-rockers covers 70’s rock classic.
11. “Crazy” – (Seal) – Yeasayer [to be released]. Genre-beding band out of Brooklyn covers Seal classic from early-1990’s.
12. “Thriller” – {Michael Jackson) -- Imogen Heap (unreleased). A daring, dramatic piano recital of cover of the late, great R&B master.
13. “Strangelove” – (Depeche Mode) – Bat for Lashes {un-released]. Pakistani-born Natasha Khan leads her Brit band through this original take on alt-classic.
14. “Mercy Mercy Me” – {Marvin Gaye) – The Strokes and Eddie Vedder [un-released]. A spare alt-rock cover of old Motown favorite.
15. “There’s a Limit to Your Love” – (Feist) -- James Blake [2-7-2011]. Innovative and spare electronica cover of alt-original.
16. “Such Great Heights” – (The Postal Service) – Ben Folds (unreleased). Without fanfare Ben Folds covers alt-pop-rocker from ’03.
17. “Young Folks” Remix – (Peter, Bjorn & John) – [unreleased]. Kanye West. Somewhat uninspired raps blend over trademarked whistling background.
18. “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.
19. “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.
20. “It’s My Party” – (Leslie Gore) – Amy Winehouse [11-9-2010]. Wino and Mark Ronson reunite on this retro cover.
21. “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.
22. “Ghost of Tom Joad” – (Bruce Springsteen) – Junip [9-14-2010]. Debut solo effort by Jose Gonzalaz features his mesmerizing voice and strumming acoustic guitar.
23. “Creep” – (RadioHead) – Scala & Kolacny Brothers [9-28-2010]. A spectacularly soothing cover – complete with full choir and piano -- of the alternative rock original.
24. “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.”
25. “Crazy” – (Gnarls Barkley) -- Ray Lamontagne (un-released) Ernest acoustic rendition of genre-bending original.
26. “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.
2. “Poker Face” – (Lady GaGa) – Leftover Cuties {leaked 6/2011}. Unlikely and dramatic rendering of breakout single by GaGa.
3. “Lovefool” – {Cardigans) – The Morning Benders [leaked 6/2011]. Simple acoustic cover of Irish pop favorite with SoCal twist.
4. “Old Man” – (Neil Young) – RedLight King (4-12-2011). Using Neil’s actual refrain, this emerging white-boy hip-hop group reworks the 70’s rock classic with its own lyrics and vibe.
5. “I Can’t Make You Love Me” – (Bonnie Raitt) -- Tank [12-10-2010]. Contemporary R&B singer out of D.C. covers melancholy 90’s love song.
6. “Heartbeats” – (The Knife) – Ellie Goulding (unreleased). British vocalist sings prettily en duet with spare acoustics.
7. “Use Somebody” – (Kings of Leon) Laura Jansen [3-22-2011]. Dramatic, slow female vocals on top of spare backdrop makes for easy listening of latest cover of this track from a couple of years back.
8. “There is a Light that Never Goes Out” – (Smiths) – Dum Dum Girls [3-1-2011]. 60’s-inflected California Girls rock this cover of the British Invasion 80’s original.
9. “You Oughta Know” – (Billy Joel) – Das Racist [un-released]. Sloppy raps over remixed version of 70’s hit.
10. “Everywhere” – (Fleetwood Mac) – Vampire Weekend (un-released). With a small venue studio sound, these modern alt-rockers covers 70’s rock classic.
11. “Crazy” – (Seal) – Yeasayer [to be released]. Genre-beding band out of Brooklyn covers Seal classic from early-1990’s.
12. “Thriller” – {Michael Jackson) -- Imogen Heap (unreleased). A daring, dramatic piano recital of cover of the late, great R&B master.
13. “Strangelove” – (Depeche Mode) – Bat for Lashes {un-released]. Pakistani-born Natasha Khan leads her Brit band through this original take on alt-classic.
14. “Mercy Mercy Me” – {Marvin Gaye) – The Strokes and Eddie Vedder [un-released]. A spare alt-rock cover of old Motown favorite.
15. “There’s a Limit to Your Love” – (Feist) -- James Blake [2-7-2011]. Innovative and spare electronica cover of alt-original.
16. “Such Great Heights” – (The Postal Service) – Ben Folds (unreleased). Without fanfare Ben Folds covers alt-pop-rocker from ’03.
17. “Young Folks” Remix – (Peter, Bjorn & John) – [unreleased]. Kanye West. Somewhat uninspired raps blend over trademarked whistling background.
18. “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.
19. “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.
20. “It’s My Party” – (Leslie Gore) – Amy Winehouse [11-9-2010]. Wino and Mark Ronson reunite on this retro cover.
21. “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.
22. “Ghost of Tom Joad” – (Bruce Springsteen) – Junip [9-14-2010]. Debut solo effort by Jose Gonzalaz features his mesmerizing voice and strumming acoustic guitar.
23. “Creep” – (RadioHead) – Scala & Kolacny Brothers [9-28-2010]. A spectacularly soothing cover – complete with full choir and piano -- of the alternative rock original.
24. “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.”
25. “Crazy” – (Gnarls Barkley) -- Ray Lamontagne (un-released) Ernest acoustic rendition of genre-bending original.
26. “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.
Wednesday, May 4, 2011
RollnSmokeRecords Presents: Smokin' New Covers of Great Old Songs ...
1. “Old Man” – (Neil Young) – RedLight King (4-12-2011). Using Neil’s actual refrain, this emerging white-boy hip-hop group reworks the 70’s rock classic with its own lyrics and vibe.
2. “I Can’t Make You Love Me” – (Bonnie Raitt) -- Tank [12-10-2010]. Contemporary R&B singer out of D.C. covers melancholy 90’s love song.
3. “Heartbeats” – (The Knife) – Ellie Goulding (unreleased). British vocalist sings prettily en duet with spare acoustics.
4. “Use Somebody” – (Kings of Leon) Laura Jansen [3-22-2011]. Dramatic, slow female vocals on top of spare backdrop makes for easy listening of latest cover of this track from a couple of years back.
5. “There is a Light that Never Goes Out” – (Smiths) – Dum Dum Girls [3-1-2011]. 60’s-inflected California Girls rock this cover of the British Invasion 80’s original.
6. “You Oughta Know” – (Billy Joel) – Das Racist [un-released]. Sloppy raps over remixed version of 70’s hit.
7. “Everywhere” – (Fleetwood Mac) – Vampire Weekend (un-released). With a small venue studio sound, these modern alt-rockers covers 70’s rock classic.
8. “Crazy” – (Seal) – Yeasayer [to be released]. Genre-beding band out of Brooklyn covers Seal classic from early-1990’s.
9. “Thriller” – {Michael Jackson) -- Imogen Heap (unreleased). A daring, dramatic piano recital of cover of the late, great R&B master.
10. “Strangelove” – (Depeche Mode) – Bat for Lashes {un-released]. Pakistani-born Natasha Khan leads her Brit band through this original take on alt-classic.
11. “Mercy Mercy Me” – {Marvin Gaye) – The Strokes and Eddie Vedder [un-released]. A spare alt-rock cover of old Motown favorite.
12. “There’s a Limit to Your Love” – (Feist) -- James Blake [2-7-2011]. Innovative and spare electronica cover of alt-original.
13. “Such Great Heights” – (The Postal Service) – Ben Folds (unreleased). Without fanfare Ben Folds covers alt-pop-rocker from ’03.
14. “Young Folks” Remix – (Peter, Bjorn & John) – [unreleased]. Kanye West. Somewhat uninspired raps blend over trademarked whistling background.
15. “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.
16. “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.
17. “It’s My Party” – (Leslie Gore) – Amy Winehouse [11-9-2010]. Wino and Mark Ronson reunite on this retro cover.
18. “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.
19. “Ghost of Tom Joad” – (Bruce Springsteen) – Junip [9-14-2010]. Debut solo effort by Jose Gonzalaz features his mesmerizing voice and strumming acoustic guitar.
20. “Creep” – (RadioHead) – Scala & Kolacny Brothers [9-28-2010]. A spectacularly soothing cover – complete with full choir and piano -- of the alternative rock original.
21. “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.”
22. “Crazy” – (Gnarls Barkley) -- Ray Lamontagne (un-released) Ernest acoustic rendition of genre-bending original.
23. “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.
24. “Pretty in Pink” – (Psychedelic Furs) – The National [un-released]. Indie rock cover of 80’s film icon track by band of Brooklynites.
2. “I Can’t Make You Love Me” – (Bonnie Raitt) -- Tank [12-10-2010]. Contemporary R&B singer out of D.C. covers melancholy 90’s love song.
3. “Heartbeats” – (The Knife) – Ellie Goulding (unreleased). British vocalist sings prettily en duet with spare acoustics.
4. “Use Somebody” – (Kings of Leon) Laura Jansen [3-22-2011]. Dramatic, slow female vocals on top of spare backdrop makes for easy listening of latest cover of this track from a couple of years back.
5. “There is a Light that Never Goes Out” – (Smiths) – Dum Dum Girls [3-1-2011]. 60’s-inflected California Girls rock this cover of the British Invasion 80’s original.
6. “You Oughta Know” – (Billy Joel) – Das Racist [un-released]. Sloppy raps over remixed version of 70’s hit.
7. “Everywhere” – (Fleetwood Mac) – Vampire Weekend (un-released). With a small venue studio sound, these modern alt-rockers covers 70’s rock classic.
8. “Crazy” – (Seal) – Yeasayer [to be released]. Genre-beding band out of Brooklyn covers Seal classic from early-1990’s.
9. “Thriller” – {Michael Jackson) -- Imogen Heap (unreleased). A daring, dramatic piano recital of cover of the late, great R&B master.
10. “Strangelove” – (Depeche Mode) – Bat for Lashes {un-released]. Pakistani-born Natasha Khan leads her Brit band through this original take on alt-classic.
11. “Mercy Mercy Me” – {Marvin Gaye) – The Strokes and Eddie Vedder [un-released]. A spare alt-rock cover of old Motown favorite.
12. “There’s a Limit to Your Love” – (Feist) -- James Blake [2-7-2011]. Innovative and spare electronica cover of alt-original.
13. “Such Great Heights” – (The Postal Service) – Ben Folds (unreleased). Without fanfare Ben Folds covers alt-pop-rocker from ’03.
14. “Young Folks” Remix – (Peter, Bjorn & John) – [unreleased]. Kanye West. Somewhat uninspired raps blend over trademarked whistling background.
15. “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.
16. “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.
17. “It’s My Party” – (Leslie Gore) – Amy Winehouse [11-9-2010]. Wino and Mark Ronson reunite on this retro cover.
18. “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.
19. “Ghost of Tom Joad” – (Bruce Springsteen) – Junip [9-14-2010]. Debut solo effort by Jose Gonzalaz features his mesmerizing voice and strumming acoustic guitar.
20. “Creep” – (RadioHead) – Scala & Kolacny Brothers [9-28-2010]. A spectacularly soothing cover – complete with full choir and piano -- of the alternative rock original.
21. “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.”
22. “Crazy” – (Gnarls Barkley) -- Ray Lamontagne (un-released) Ernest acoustic rendition of genre-bending original.
23. “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.
24. “Pretty in Pink” – (Psychedelic Furs) – The National [un-released]. Indie rock cover of 80’s film icon track by band of Brooklynites.
Thursday, April 14, 2011
RollnSmokeRecords Presents: Smokin' New Covers of Great Old Songs ...
1. “Use Somebody” – (Kings of Leon) Laura Jansen [3-22-2011]. Dramatic, slow female vocals on top of spare backdrop makes for easy listening of latest cover of this track from a couple of years back.
2. “There is a Light that Never Goes Out” – (Smiths) – Dum Dum Girls [3-1-2011]. 60’s-inflected California Girls rock this cover of the British Invasion 80’s original.
3. “You Oughta Know” – (Billy Joel) – Das Racist [un-released]. Sloppy raps over remixed version of 70’s hit.
4. “Everywhere” – (Fleetwood Mac) – Vampire Weekend (un-released). With a small venue studio sound, these modern alt-rockers covers 70’s rock classic.
5. “Crazy” – (Seal) – Yeasayer [to be released]. Genre-beding band out of Brooklyn covers Seal classic from early-1990’s.
6. “Thriller” – {Michael Jackson) -- Imogen Heap (unreleased). A daring, dramatic piano recital of cover of the late, great R&B master.
7. “Strangelove” – (Depeche Mode) – Bat for Lashes {un-released]. Pakistani-born Natasha Khan leads her Brit band through this original take on alt-classic.
8. “Mercy Mercy Me” – {Marvin Gaye” – The Strokes and Eddie Vedder [un-released]. A spare alt-rock cover of old Motown favorite.
9. “There’s a Limit to Your Love” – (Feist) -- James Blake [2-7-2011]. Innovative and spare electronica cover of alt-original.
10. “Such Great Heights” – (The Postal Service) – Ben Folds (unreleased). Without fanfare Ben Folds covers alt-pop-rocker from ’03.
11. “Young Folks” Remix – (Peter, Bjorn & John) – [unreleased]. Kanye West. Somewhat uninspired raps blend over trademarked whistling background.
12. “Come Talk to Me” – (Peter Gabriel) – Bon Iver [3-30-10]. Ethereal and acoustic cover of early 90’s easy rock track.
13. “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.
14. “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.
15. “It’s My Party” – (Leslie Gore) – Amy Winehouse [11-9-2010]. Wino and Mark Ronson reunite on this retro cover.
16. “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.
17. “Ghost of Tom Joad” – (Bruce Springsteen) – Junip [9-14-2010]. Debut solo effort by Jose Gonzalaz features his mesmerizing voice and strumming acoustic guitar.
18. “Creep” – (RadioHead) – Scala & Kolacny Brothers [9-28-2010]. A spectacularly soothing cover – complete with full choir and piano -- of the alternative rock original.
19. “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.”
20. “Crazy” – (Gnarls Barkley) -- Ray Lamontagne (un-released) Ernest acoustic rendition of genre-bending original.
21. “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.
22. “Pretty in Pink” – (Psychedelic Furs) – The National [un-released]. Indie rock cover of 80’s film icon track by band of Brooklynites.
23. “The Kids” – {Vampire Weekend) – 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.
24. “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.
2. “There is a Light that Never Goes Out” – (Smiths) – Dum Dum Girls [3-1-2011]. 60’s-inflected California Girls rock this cover of the British Invasion 80’s original.
3. “You Oughta Know” – (Billy Joel) – Das Racist [un-released]. Sloppy raps over remixed version of 70’s hit.
4. “Everywhere” – (Fleetwood Mac) – Vampire Weekend (un-released). With a small venue studio sound, these modern alt-rockers covers 70’s rock classic.
5. “Crazy” – (Seal) – Yeasayer [to be released]. Genre-beding band out of Brooklyn covers Seal classic from early-1990’s.
6. “Thriller” – {Michael Jackson) -- Imogen Heap (unreleased). A daring, dramatic piano recital of cover of the late, great R&B master.
7. “Strangelove” – (Depeche Mode) – Bat for Lashes {un-released]. Pakistani-born Natasha Khan leads her Brit band through this original take on alt-classic.
8. “Mercy Mercy Me” – {Marvin Gaye” – The Strokes and Eddie Vedder [un-released]. A spare alt-rock cover of old Motown favorite.
9. “There’s a Limit to Your Love” – (Feist) -- James Blake [2-7-2011]. Innovative and spare electronica cover of alt-original.
10. “Such Great Heights” – (The Postal Service) – Ben Folds (unreleased). Without fanfare Ben Folds covers alt-pop-rocker from ’03.
11. “Young Folks” Remix – (Peter, Bjorn & John) – [unreleased]. Kanye West. Somewhat uninspired raps blend over trademarked whistling background.
12. “Come Talk to Me” – (Peter Gabriel) – Bon Iver [3-30-10]. Ethereal and acoustic cover of early 90’s easy rock track.
13. “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.
14. “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.
15. “It’s My Party” – (Leslie Gore) – Amy Winehouse [11-9-2010]. Wino and Mark Ronson reunite on this retro cover.
16. “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.
17. “Ghost of Tom Joad” – (Bruce Springsteen) – Junip [9-14-2010]. Debut solo effort by Jose Gonzalaz features his mesmerizing voice and strumming acoustic guitar.
18. “Creep” – (RadioHead) – Scala & Kolacny Brothers [9-28-2010]. A spectacularly soothing cover – complete with full choir and piano -- of the alternative rock original.
19. “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.”
20. “Crazy” – (Gnarls Barkley) -- Ray Lamontagne (un-released) Ernest acoustic rendition of genre-bending original.
21. “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.
22. “Pretty in Pink” – (Psychedelic Furs) – The National [un-released]. Indie rock cover of 80’s film icon track by band of Brooklynites.
23. “The Kids” – {Vampire Weekend) – 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.
24. “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.
Tuesday, March 8, 2011
RollnSmokeRecords Presents: Smokin' New Covers of Great Old Songs ...
NEWLY RELEASED COVERS & REMIXES (OF GREAT OLD SONGS)
1. “Everywhere” – (Fleetwood Mac) – Vampire Weekend (un-released). With a small venue studio sound, these modern alt-rockers covers 70’s rock classic.
2. “Crazy” – (Seal) – Yeasayer [to be released]. Genre-beding band out of Brooklyn covers Seal classic from early-1990’s.
3. “Thriller” – {Michael Jackson) -- Imogen Heap (unreleased). A daring, dramatic piano recital of cover of the late, great R&B master.
4. “Strangelove” – (Depeche Mode) – Bat for Lashes {un-released]. Pakistani-born Natasha Khan leads her Brit band through this original take on alt-classic.
5. “Mercy Mercy Me” – {Marvin Gaye} – The Strokes and Eddie Vedder [un-released]. A spare alt-rock cover of old Motown favorite.
6. “There’s a Limit to Your Love” – (Feist) -- James Blake [2-7-2011]. Innovative and spare electronica cover of alt-original.
7. “Such Great Heights” – (The Postal Service) – Ben Folds (unreleased). Without fanfare Ben Folds covers alt-pop-rocker from ’03.
8. “Young Folks” Remix – (Peter, Bjorn & John) – [unreleased]. Kanye West. Somewhat uninspired raps blend over trademarked whistling background.
9. “Come Talk to Me” – (Peter Gabriel) – Bon Iver [3-30-10]. Ethereal and acoustic cover of early 90’s easy rock track.
10. “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.
11. “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.
12. “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.
13. “It’s My Party” – (Leslie Gore) – Amy Winehouse [11-9-2010]. Wino and Mark Ronson reunite on this retro cover.
14. “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.
15. “Ghost of Tom Joad” – (Bruce Springsteen) – Junip [9-14-2010]. Debut solo effort by Jose Gonzalaz features his mesmerizing voice and strumming acoustic guitar.
16. “Creep” – (RadioHead) – Scala & Kolacny Brothers [9-28-2010]. A spectacularly soothing cover – complete with full choir and piano -- of the alternative rock original.
17. “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.”
18. “Crazy” – (Gnarls Barkley) -- Ray Lamontagne (un-released) Ernest acoustic rendition of genre-bending original.
19. “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.
20. “ 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.
21. “Pretty in Pink” – (Psychedelic Furs) – The National [un-released]. Indie rock cover of 80’s film icon track by band of Brooklynites.
22. “The Kids” – {Vampire Weekend) – 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.
23. “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.
24. “Electric Feel” – (MGMT) – Katy Perry (un-released). Pop songstress covers this alternative track with sufficient angst and spare back-up.
25. “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.
26. “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.
27. “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.
1. “Everywhere” – (Fleetwood Mac) – Vampire Weekend (un-released). With a small venue studio sound, these modern alt-rockers covers 70’s rock classic.
2. “Crazy” – (Seal) – Yeasayer [to be released]. Genre-beding band out of Brooklyn covers Seal classic from early-1990’s.
3. “Thriller” – {Michael Jackson) -- Imogen Heap (unreleased). A daring, dramatic piano recital of cover of the late, great R&B master.
4. “Strangelove” – (Depeche Mode) – Bat for Lashes {un-released]. Pakistani-born Natasha Khan leads her Brit band through this original take on alt-classic.
5. “Mercy Mercy Me” – {Marvin Gaye} – The Strokes and Eddie Vedder [un-released]. A spare alt-rock cover of old Motown favorite.
6. “There’s a Limit to Your Love” – (Feist) -- James Blake [2-7-2011]. Innovative and spare electronica cover of alt-original.
7. “Such Great Heights” – (The Postal Service) – Ben Folds (unreleased). Without fanfare Ben Folds covers alt-pop-rocker from ’03.
8. “Young Folks” Remix – (Peter, Bjorn & John) – [unreleased]. Kanye West. Somewhat uninspired raps blend over trademarked whistling background.
9. “Come Talk to Me” – (Peter Gabriel) – Bon Iver [3-30-10]. Ethereal and acoustic cover of early 90’s easy rock track.
10. “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.
11. “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.
12. “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.
13. “It’s My Party” – (Leslie Gore) – Amy Winehouse [11-9-2010]. Wino and Mark Ronson reunite on this retro cover.
14. “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.
15. “Ghost of Tom Joad” – (Bruce Springsteen) – Junip [9-14-2010]. Debut solo effort by Jose Gonzalaz features his mesmerizing voice and strumming acoustic guitar.
16. “Creep” – (RadioHead) – Scala & Kolacny Brothers [9-28-2010]. A spectacularly soothing cover – complete with full choir and piano -- of the alternative rock original.
17. “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.”
18. “Crazy” – (Gnarls Barkley) -- Ray Lamontagne (un-released) Ernest acoustic rendition of genre-bending original.
19. “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.
20. “ 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.
21. “Pretty in Pink” – (Psychedelic Furs) – The National [un-released]. Indie rock cover of 80’s film icon track by band of Brooklynites.
22. “The Kids” – {Vampire Weekend) – 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.
23. “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.
24. “Electric Feel” – (MGMT) – Katy Perry (un-released). Pop songstress covers this alternative track with sufficient angst and spare back-up.
25. “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.
26. “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.
27. “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.
Wednesday, February 9, 2011
RollnSmokeRecords Presents: Smokin' New Covers of Great Old Songs ...
1. “There’s a Limit to Your Love” – (Feist) -- James Blake [2-7-2011]. Innovative and spare electronica cover of alt-original.
2. “Such Great Heights” – (The Postal Service) – Ben Folds (unreleased). Without fanfare Ben Folds covers alt-pop-rocker from ’03.
3. “Young Folks"Remix – (Peter, Bjorn & John) – [unreleased]. Kanye West. Somewhat uninspired raps blend over trademarked whistling background.
4. “Come Talk to Me” – (Peter Gabriel) – Bon Iver [3-30-10]. Ethereal and acoustic cover of early 90’s easy rock track.
5. “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.
6. “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.
7. “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.”
8. “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.
9. “It’s My Party” – (Leslie Gore) – Amy Winehouse [11-9-2010]. Wino and Mark Ronson reunite on this retro cover.
10. “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.
11. “Ghost of Tom Joad” – (Bruce Springsteen) – Junip [9-14-2010]. Debut solo effort by Jose Gonzalaz features his mesmerizing voice and strumming acoustic guitar.
12. “Creep” – (RadioHead) – Scala & Kolacny Brothers [9-28-2010]. A spectacularly soothing cover – complete with full choir and piano -- of the alternative rock original.
13. “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.”
14. “Crazy” – (Gnarls Barkley) -- Ray Lamontagne (un-released) Ernest acoustic rendition of genre-bending original.
15. “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.
16. “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.
17. “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.
18. “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.
19. “ 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.
20. “Pretty in Pink” – (Psychedelic Furs) – The National [un-released]. Indie rock cover of 80’s film icon track by band of Brooklynites.
21. “The Kids” – {Vampire Weekend) – 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.
22. “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.
23. “Electric Feel” – (MGMT) – Katy Perry (un-released). Pop songstress covers this alternative track with sufficient angst and spare back-up.
24. “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.
25. “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.
26. “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.
27. “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.
28. “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.
29. “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.
2. “Such Great Heights” – (The Postal Service) – Ben Folds (unreleased). Without fanfare Ben Folds covers alt-pop-rocker from ’03.
3. “Young Folks"Remix – (Peter, Bjorn & John) – [unreleased]. Kanye West. Somewhat uninspired raps blend over trademarked whistling background.
4. “Come Talk to Me” – (Peter Gabriel) – Bon Iver [3-30-10]. Ethereal and acoustic cover of early 90’s easy rock track.
5. “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.
6. “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.
7. “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.”
8. “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.
9. “It’s My Party” – (Leslie Gore) – Amy Winehouse [11-9-2010]. Wino and Mark Ronson reunite on this retro cover.
10. “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.
11. “Ghost of Tom Joad” – (Bruce Springsteen) – Junip [9-14-2010]. Debut solo effort by Jose Gonzalaz features his mesmerizing voice and strumming acoustic guitar.
12. “Creep” – (RadioHead) – Scala & Kolacny Brothers [9-28-2010]. A spectacularly soothing cover – complete with full choir and piano -- of the alternative rock original.
13. “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.”
14. “Crazy” – (Gnarls Barkley) -- Ray Lamontagne (un-released) Ernest acoustic rendition of genre-bending original.
15. “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.
16. “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.
17. “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.
18. “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.
19. “ 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.
20. “Pretty in Pink” – (Psychedelic Furs) – The National [un-released]. Indie rock cover of 80’s film icon track by band of Brooklynites.
21. “The Kids” – {Vampire Weekend) – 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.
22. “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.
23. “Electric Feel” – (MGMT) – Katy Perry (un-released). Pop songstress covers this alternative track with sufficient angst and spare back-up.
24. “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.
25. “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.
26. “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.
27. “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.
28. “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.
29. “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.
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