Covers every which way! Jónsi stepped into the BBC radio studios earlier today and recorded his original song “Go Do” off his forthcoming solo debut Go along with a cover of MGMT’s “Time to Pretend”. As is typical of Jónsi, it’s gorgeous. The biggest surprise here is the song selection. I guess Jónsi listens to… Continue reading Jónsi covers MGMT’s “Time to Pretend”
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Dirty Projectors cover Bob Dylan’s “Dark Eyes”
Stereogum coming through in the clutch yet again (well, actually, Rory: whoever you are, thank you! – and to Ian at MFR for the heads up). The ‘gum crew notified us earlier this morning that Dirty Projectors laid down a cover of Bob Dylan’s “Dark Eyes” at Australian radio station Triple J. Dirty Projectors are… Continue reading Dirty Projectors cover Bob Dylan’s “Dark Eyes”
[MP3] Amy Millan covers “I Will Follow You Into The Dark”
I don’t usually do this. I’m not usually on top of the buzzworthy big names the second things happen because I just don’t care that much. But Stereogum can be quite useful for such things, and I stumbled upon the MP3 of Amy Millan covering Death Cab For Cutie’s brilliant “I Will Follow You Into… Continue reading [MP3] Amy Millan covers “I Will Follow You Into The Dark”
Confide covers “Such Great Heights” chug chug chug
This video’s been making the internet rounds lately based largely on the fact that it’s freaking fantastic. Underoath copiers extraordinaire Confide (don’t click that) apparently thought it would be totally hardcore to record a cover of The Postal Service‘s “Such Great Heights,” and here’s the video. Hilarity ensues. Or not. I really don’t know, I’m… Continue reading Confide covers “Such Great Heights” chug chug chug
Antony and the Johnsons covers Beyoncé
I’m sure we’ve all come across the billions of Serious Bands covering Pop Artists, and it’s so ironic, ohmygawd LOL! Did you hear that Talented Band cover “I Kissed a Girl” acoustic? They’re not even girls, they’re boys OF COURSE THEY’D LIKE KISSING GIRLS! But now here comes Antony and the Johnsons covering Beyoncé’s “Crazy… Continue reading Antony and the Johnsons covers Beyoncé
The Decemberists + “Crazy on You” + professional recording = neat
The title says it all. Here’s a video of The Decemberists covering Heart’s “Crazy on You” in Minneapolis. I know a video of this cover has surfaced in the past, but this is, like, the real deal, mang. But seriously. It’s great quality video, different angles, super good sound, all that jazz. The band’s energy… Continue reading The Decemberists + “Crazy on You” + professional recording = neat
First Aid Kit performing “You’re Not Coming Home Tonight” in the woods
Another wonderful video from the lovely Swedish sisters of First Aid Kit, who know harmonies like no other. This song is off their debut EP, Drunken Trees. Apparently we’ll get everything nature with them. First Aid Kit – “You’re Not Coming Home Tonight” [MP3] Buy Drunken Trees Check out our previous post about their otherworldly,… Continue reading First Aid Kit performing “You’re Not Coming Home Tonight” in the woods
Regina Spektor’s “Us” covered by The Scarlet Ending
To hold you over until we get their new songs (!), an astounding rendition of “Us” (Regina Spektor) from The Scarlet Ending. You can really hear the enormous talent on display from Kaleena’s vocals and keys as well as Kayleigh’s inspired violin playing. This was performed last year by the Goldsworthy sisters and a third… Continue reading Regina Spektor’s “Us” covered by The Scarlet Ending
Julian Velard covers Katy Perry’s “Hot N Cold”
YES! New Yorker Julian Velard is finally making a name for himself, and rightfully so. I’ve been following him for several years now, as he is a friend of a friend (thanks Moshe). It’s exciting that people are considering him to be a breakout artist for 2009, even though he’s been making music for quite… Continue reading Julian Velard covers Katy Perry’s “Hot N Cold”
Fleet Foxes – Tiger Mountain Peasant Song (First Aid Kit Cover). Wow.
Holy Shit. I’m way late on this (considering the video was posted in August) but watch this Fleet Foxes cover, courtesy of the Swedish duo, First Aid Kit. It’s staggering. (Thanks to my friend Rachel for showing me.) MP3 of the cover below. [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HMrqBldlqzA] From their label, Jagadamba (Rabid) Records: “The Swedish duo First Aid… Continue reading Fleet Foxes – Tiger Mountain Peasant Song (First Aid Kit Cover). Wow.