For one of you, this episode is a marriage proposal. For the rest of you, it’s a love & islands-themed hodgepodge edition of Coverville. The suspense…
44 minutes |
Tracklist:
1. In Your Eyes – Sara Bareilles (Orig. Peter Gabriel)
2. This Must Be The Place (Naive Melody) – The Mysteries of Life (Orig. Talking Heads)
3. But Not Tonight – Scott Weiland (Orig. Depeche Mode)
4. Such Great Heights – Streetlight Manifesto (Orig. Postal Service)
5. I Love You Always Forever – Fudge (Orig. Donna Lewis)
6. The One I Love – Nova Surfer (Orig. R.E.M.)
7. Where The Streets Have No Name – Derek Webb (Orig. U2)
8. Head Over Heels – tsuki lala (Orig. Tears For Fears)
9. Upside Down – Amy Cervini (Orig. Jack Johnson)
In the last of our four Beatles editions of Who Did It Better, we’re listening to two very different versions of Ringo Starr’s “Don’t Pass Me By”. The first, a straightforward rocker by the Georgia Satellites, and the second, a very esoteric mishmash by Field Music.
Purchase links (where available):
“Don’t Pass Me By” – The Beatles (unavailable on iTunes)
“Don’t Pass Me By” – Georgia Satellites ()
“Don’t Pass Me By” – Field Music ()
I’m just waiting to hear from you. Who did it better?
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It’s an Originalville! No, it’s a Cover Story! No, it’s a Hall Of Fame show! It’s the peanut butter in your chocolate, and the buzzing in your ear, it’s Coverville 700, and an introduction to Coverville!
65 minutes |
Tracklist:
1. Tainted Love – Gloria Jones (Popularized by Soft Cell)
2. Superman – The Clique (Popularized by REM)
3. (What’s So Funny ‘Bout) Peace, Love And Understanding – Brinsley Schwarz (Popularized by Elvis Costello)
4. Rehab – Frankmusik (Orig. Amy Winehouse)
5. Back to Black – Lightspeed Champion (Orig. Amy Winehouse)
6. Valerie – Amy Winehouse (Orig. Zutons)
7. Lithium – The Polyphonic Spree (Orig. Nirvana)
8. Baby Got Back – Jonathan Coulton (Orig. Sir Mix-A-Lot)
9. Common People – William Shatner (Orig. Pulp)
10. Both Sides Now – Jason Falkner (Orig. Joni Mitchell)
11. The Chauffeur – Powderfinger (Orig. Duran Duran)
12. Wuthering Heights – White Flag (Orig. Kate Bush)
Original versions of songs you know better by their covers! On tonight’s show, you’ll hear songs made famous by The Eagles, Madonna and Ace of Base, just to name a few.
39 minutes |
Tracklist:
1. Sepheryn – Curtiss Maldoon (pop. Madonna)
2. The Ballad Of Lucy Jordan – Dr Hook (pop. Marianne Faithfull)
3. Dancin’ In The Moonlight – Boffalongo (pop. King Harvest)
4. War – Temptations (pop. Edwin Starr)
5. Don’t Turn Around – Tina Turner (pop. Aswad/Ace of Base)
6. Take It Easy – Jackson Browne (pop. The Eagles)
7. If She Knew What She Wants – Jules Shear (pop. The Bangles)
8. Lollipop – Ronald & Ruby (pop. The Chordettes)
Happy Birthday, Madonna! Look, I know your birthday was a few days ago, but I got you these covers. I didn’t make them myself, but I wrapped them up for you. Adopt them, and love them. Signed, Coverville.
49 minutes |
Tracklist:
1. Ray Of Light – Natasha Bedingfield (Orig. Madonna/Curtiss Maldoon)
2. Frozen – Jeff Scott Soto
3. La Isla Bonita – Happy Drivers
4. Shook Me Like A Prayer – Rock Sugar
5. Open Your Heart – Atom & His Package
6. Like A Virgin – Big Daddy
7. Vogue – Noa Babayof And Amit Erez
8. Papa Don’t Preach – Picturehouse
9. Beautiful Stranger – Jon Auer
10. Live To Tell – Berlin
In the third of four Beatles editions of Who Did It Better, we’ll look at George Harrison’s “While My Guitar Gently Weeps”, and two versions that I’d even have a hard time deciding between. First up is an acoustic instrumental version by ukulele virtuoso Jake Shimabukuro, followed by a dreamy, wispy version by Damon & Naomi.
Purchase links (where available):
“While My Guitar Gently Weeps” – The Beatles (unavailable on iTunes)
“While My Guitar Gently Weeps” – Jake Shimabukuro ()
“While My Guitar Gently Weeps” – Damon & Naomi ()
Which version (bought and) sold you?
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He was one of the angry young men. He’s a brilliant rock musician who’s delved into jazz and classical as well, and he’s the man. He even says so. Joe Jackson, in covered form, tonight on Coverville!
44 minutes |
Tracklist:
1. It’s Different For Girls – Boy Kill Boy
2. Steppin’ Out – Sober Killer
3. Look Sharp! – Lisa Mychols
4. Got The Time – Perfect Thyroid
5. Is She Really Going Out With Him? – Magnified
6. Happy Loving Couples – Guttermouth
7. I’m the Man – Buck-O-Nine
8. Summer In The City – Joe Jackson (orig. Lovin’ Spoonful)
9. Be My Number Two – Susan’s Room
10. Langsames Lied (Live) (A Slow Song) – Ulla Meinecke
Great requests, some celebrity covers on tonight’s show – and of course some trivia with Tina to wrap things up!
42 minutes |
Tracklist:
1. Faith Of The Heart – Bryan Hansen (Orig. Rod Stewart/TV Theme)
2. One Thing Leads to Another – Joseph Patrick Moore (Orig. Fixx)
3. I Feel Love – Dengue Fever w/Inara George (Orig. Donna Summer)
4. Wave Of Mutilation – Superdrag (Orig. Pixies)
5. Ruby Tuesday – Katey Sagal (Orig. Rolling Stones)
6. You Can Call Me Al – Alicia Witt (Orig. Paul Simon)
In the second of four Beatles editions of Who Did It Better, we’ll look at Paul McCartney’s sweet ode to love, “I Will”, and two artists happy to live outside the mainstream. First up is Tim Curry, actor and musician, most famous for his role as Dr. Frank-N-Furter in the Rocky Horror Picture Show, and for the offbeat 70’s tune “I Do The Rock”. Next up, you’ll hear from the troubadour of geekery and friend of the show, Jonathan Coulton, taking a break from songs about zombies, robot overlords, and monkeys to tackle – in a straightforward manner, mind you – the Beatles classic. Knowing my audience, I hope this won’t be the blowout I’m expecting it to be.
Purchase links (where available):
“I Will” – The Beatles (unavailable on iTunes)
“I Will” – Tim Curry (unavailable on iTunes) – “I Will” – Jonathan Coulton
Play it loud, so I can hear you. Make it easy to be near you. Which version endears you?
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A musical tribute to a group who influenced generations of blues rockers who came after. The Band, covered in rock, alternative, folk and blues, tonight on Coverville!
50 minutes |
Tracklist:
1. Working Man – Sebastian Bach
2. Shapes of Things – Rush (Orig. Yardbirds)
3. Tom Sawyer – The Bad Plus
4. The Trees – Richard Cheese
5. Available Light – Wave Mechanics Union
6. Closer To The Heart – Jaymz Bee’s Royal Jelly Orchestra
7. Subdivisions – Jacob Moon
8. Limelight – Kip Winger
9. Spirit Of Radio – The Catherine Wheel
For one of you, this episode is a marriage proposal. For the rest of you, it’s a love & islands-themed hodgepodge edition of Coverville. The suspense…
It’s an Originalville! No, it’s a Cover Story! No, it’s a Hall Of Fame show! It’s the peanut butter in your chocolate, and the buzzing in your ear, it’s Coverville 700, and an introduction to Coverville!
Happy Birthday, Madonna! Look, I know your birthday was a few days ago, but I got you these covers. I didn’t make them myself, but I wrapped them up for you. Adopt them, and love them. Signed, Coverville.
Great requests, some celebrity covers on tonight’s show – and of course some trivia with Tina to wrap things up!
A musical tribute to a group who influenced generations of blues rockers who came after. The Band, covered in rock, alternative, folk and blues, tonight on Coverville!