Post Tagged with: "Cover Songs"

Toto, "Bodhisattva" from 'Through the Looking Glass' (2002): Toto Tuesdays

Toto, “Bodhisattva” from ‘Through the Looking Glass’ (2002): Toto Tuesdays

“Bodhisattva” works for Toto for the same reason that it worked (and still works in concert) for Steely Dan: The song is damn fun.

Toto, "Could You Be Loved" from 'Through the Looking Glass' (2002): Toto Tuesdays

Toto, “Could You Be Loved” from ‘Through the Looking Glass’ (2002): Toto Tuesdays

Covering Bob Marley was a bold move for Toto – perhaps too bold. “Could You Be Loved” failed to chart.

Paul McCartney's 'Good Evening New York City' Was Unexpectedly Relevant

Paul McCartney’s ‘Good Evening New York City’ Was Unexpectedly Relevant

The latest in a parade of Paul McCartney live projects arrived 10 years ago today with some memorable surprises.

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The Doughboys – ‘Running For Covers’ (2019)

Rather than deliver these selections note for note, the Doughboys soak them in their own special sauce.

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Rickie Lee Jones – ‘Kicks’ (2019)

Is this the best Rickie Lee Jones album of covers? No, but it is always engaging and occasionally compelling.

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Dave Stryker – ‘Eight Track III’ (2019)

Dave Stryker’s third Baby Boomer covers album ‘Eight Track III’ is a can’t-lose proposition because the melodies are rich with timeless soul.

Chicago, "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas" (1998): Saturdays in the Park

Chicago, “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas” (1998): Saturdays in the Park

This holiday update illustrates a point: Chicago is like pizza. Even when it’s not great, it’s still really good.

'A Life in Yes: The Chris Squire Tribute' (2018)

‘A Life in Yes: The Chris Squire Tribute’ (2018)

‘A Life in Yes: The Chris Squire Tribute’ was conceived, produced, recorded and mixed by Squire’s friend and hand-picked replacement Billy Sherwood.

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Bobby Broom and the Organi-Sation – ‘Soul Fingers’ (2018)

Built around rock and pop covers, ‘Soul Fingers’ is a showcase for Bobby Broom’s tone, economy and arranging prowess.

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Judith Owen – redisCOVERed (2018)

Simple, nuanced and damn near perfect, Judith Owen’s ‘RedisCOVERed’ meets and occasionally exceeds all expectations.