(Doug Martsch covering a Smiths song that isn't "Reel Around The Fountain")
It's been a while since we've heard anything new from a member of the Smiths, so it's perfect timing for a new Smiths covers album... especially one with tracks interpreted by the Wedding Present, Doug Martsch (Built To Spill), The Rest (one of my favorite new Arcade Fire-ish Canadian bands), Katy Goodman (La Sera, Vivian Girls), and Tanya Donelly. This latest tribute will be released on American Laundromat Records this Fall and they are still adding folks to the track listing... which currently includes:
Latest comment by: Chris Estey: "
Andrea: You are not alone. Sisters Of Mercy had some amazing songs. I would love to hear new versions of "1959," "My Lucretia," "Something Fast," "When You Don't See Me," and "I Was Wrong" just to start ...
I made a 'Best of '07' compilation for coworkers and thought I'd share my picks with you, in no particular order. Hope you've got a little time to spare!
All downloads have been posted with permission from the bands themselves. Thanks bands!
1. Nicole Atkins and the Sea: "The Way It Is"
I think this is my favorite song of the year. Here's the clip from Letterman.
2. Peter Bjorn and John: "Young Folks"
I'm such a sucker for whistling. And isn't this the most visually satisfying video ever.
Latest comment by: Levi: "I just remembered the theory I came up with last night but forgot: that song was this year's "feel good hit of the summer," hence its inclusion in the song by that name."
I must say, it was very fun to go out there armed with my voice recorder and your questions. You guys came up with lots of good stuff!
AstroPOP! for May 2007 features astrologically-inclined record reviews from Sleeping in the Aviary, Grand Archives, Ether Aura, Your Favorite Book, The Icicles, Team Gina, Elk City, The Ballet, Los Campesinos!, Winterpills, Dolour, and The Rosebuds. Read, listen, and be prepared for the month ahead!
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