The cover song has been lauded and reviled throughout music history. To paraphrase a bit here; you either surpass the 'authentic' original or live long enough to see yourself become the villain.
have been a bit absent lately. Never fear, they're back with a just released trio of covers on May Day from Coldplay. It's all you can ever ask of a cover, taking the original and marrying it to your sound to create something familiar, yet distinct. Tifah Phillips' voice alone makes the case.
http://youtu.be/tx8WcxTEN8Y
The crowd online seems to have really embraced "Til Kingdom Come" but for my money, The Autumn Film deliver on , which is one of my favorites.
Another local making a name for themselves is . From the release of their first album, an ethereal , to now, an invitation for the The Recording Academy's ReImagined series. In though, you are stepping into the shoes of a heavyweight, especially with "Go Your Own Way".
Summer is around the corner, and we're all clamoring for the new sound of sunny days. Depending on your stance, you're probably ready for a new sound as last year's reigning champ LMFAO may be getting a little long in the tooth. While "Party Rock Anthem" has been described as an "", it's only half of the 1-2 punch. "Sexy And I Know It" is the right cross.
Todd Park Mohr, of local heroes , has the version of 'Sexy' though that is the new heavyweight champion. H/T to KUNC member and listener @tvparrot who turned us on to this one earlier this year...
Okay, seriously. This may be my new favorite song: Todd Park Mohr kills it!
— Teresa Valerio Parrot 馃樂 (@tvparrot)
