PHILLIP PHILLIPS covers Holiday Classic!

American Idol's PHILLIP PHILLIPS sings “I'll Be Home For Christmas” on the Disney Parks Christmas Parade. Playing his guitar and putting his style into the single, it was obvious the entertainer was enjoying the moment sharing his music with the world on Christmas. Take a look at the video clip below:
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MILEY CYRUS: JOLENE

Check out MILEY CYRUS' video for “Jolene,” her Dolly Parton cover exclusively from The Backyard Sessions. I'm seriously digging this cover, just as good as the original. Dolly must be so proud!!
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ANDREW RIPP: JOY TO THE WORLD

This is the best "Joy to the World" cover version i've found! Performed by singer-songwriter from Illinois named ANDREW RIPP. I wonder why good musician like him isn't noticed by anyone, my gosh he's just a musically talented beast!! Watch the music video here: ..

You can follow ANDREW RIPP on:

TWITTER https://twitter.com/andrewripp
FACEBOOK http://www.facebook.com/andrewripp
Official website  http://www.andrewripp.com

KARMIN: SLEIGH RIDE

Watch Nick Louis Noonan and Amy Heidemann aka KARMIN covering the Holiday classic "Sleigh Ride". Enjoy!! ...love love this couple!! I like how they added a lil' old skool beat to it! Perfect for this day!! 

M E R R Y  C H R I S T M A S   E V E R Y O N E!!!

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SOMEONE LIKE YOU (BLUEGRASS VERSION)

Watch this amazing bluegrass cover of Adele's "Someone Like You" performed by SIERRA HULL, a highly acclaimed young mandolinist, singer-songwriter from Tennessee. This is a great, tasteful cover! Sierra wisely chose not to take the powerhouse approach, instead pairing restrained vocals with a mellow arrangement.
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PATRICK WOLF: BORN TO DIE

...one of my favourite Lana Del Rey song performed by amazing musician PATRICK WOLF. Absolutely astonishing!! 

BEN HOWARD: FIGURE 8 (ELLIE GOULDING COVER)

Singer BEN HOWARD returned to the BBC Radio 1 Lounge and give us an amazing cover of Ellie Goulding’s “Figure 8″. He changes the vibe of this song completely and it works! GENIUS!!!
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PINK: GIRL ON FIRE (ALICIA KEYS COVER)

Now it's PINK turn for a cover song post! Watch her rendition of Alicia Keys latest single "Girl On Fire" live on Radio 1 Live Lounge. She can sing everything, amazing voice as always!!
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DAUGHTRY: TRY (PINK COVER)

Check out CHRIS DAUGHTRY's cover of Pink's brand new hit "Try"...I thought Pink already performed the song very beautifully but this... just wow!!
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AVRIL LAVIGNE: HOW YOU REMIND ME

AVRIL LAVIGNE covered Nickelback's rock single "How You Remind Me" and turn it into an aching piano ballad. The song is reportedly set to feature on the soundtrack to One Piece manga film series – One Piece Film Z. Lavigne got engaged to Nickelback frontman Chad Kroeger earlier this year.
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CHRISTINA PERRI covers a classic christmas song!!

CHRISTINA PERRI performs her cover of "Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas" in an exclusive recording session live at The Fortress in Los Angeles, CA for The Live Room on The Warner Sound. Watch!!

..her voice is so magical , makes me want christmas even more!!
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REGINA SPEKTOR: NO SURPRISES

Watch this old performance by Singer-songwriter REGINA SPEKTOR, covering the Radiohead's classic "No Surprises". Something incredibly appealing and vulnerable about Regina- you just want to protect her from the world out there... Sweet!!
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CASSADEE POPE: OVER YOU

The Voice's CASSADEE POPE scored a chart topper hit with her version of the Miranda Lambert and Blake Shelton poignant hit "Over You". The song is currently sitting at the #1 iTunes chart slot. It also debuted at number 25 on the Billboard Hot 100 and number 3 on the Hot Digital Songs charts. Well it seems like a new star is born!!

THE SCRIPT covers Ellie Goulding song!!

Here's THE SCRIPT doing an amazing cover of Ellie Goulding's hit song "Anything Could Happen" exclusively for BBC Radio 1 Live Lounge.

AMY MACDONALD: HIGHER AND HIGHER

Singer-songwriter AMY MACDONALD covers Jackie Wilson classic hit "(Your Love Keeps Lifting Me) Higher And Higher" live in Glasgow. The idea that a 25 yr old woman knows this song, let alone counts it among her favorites, is testimony to Amy's realness and genuine love of music. So glad she shared this with us. It was wonderful!!
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II DIVO: MY HEART WILL GO ON

Watch operatic pop quartet IL DIVO performing Celine Dion's "My Heart Will Go On" for Children in Need concert 17th November 2012. This cover song is included on their upcoming Greatest Hits album due out November 26.
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KIMBRA: PLAIN GOLD RING

New Zealander songstress KIMBRA perform a cover of Nina Simones' "Plain Gold Ring" for Billboard Candid Covers...Pure awesomeness! Think Kimbra deserves a whole lot more recognition for her work!
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NO DOUBT: SETTLE DOWN (COVER)

Two amazing cover version of NO DOUBT's latest hit "Settle Down". Check it out!!
...love this unique take by Tessa Paloma Scholl. She is so incredibly confident, its so great to watch! 

...everything about this video is amazing. The location, song, singers, costumes, and editing! The musical chemistry between Tommy Miller and Justine Dorsey blended so well! Can't wait to share with everyone and see what else they do next! :D
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MELANIE C: I KNOW HIM SO WELL (feat EMMA BUNTON)

Spice Girls' MELANIE C. and EMMA BUNTON teamed up for a cover of "I Know Him So Well" for Mel's latest solo album Stages. Watch the official music video below: This song makes me feel so peaceful... Loved them, loved the song!!
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VFORT: JUST LIKE A PILL (PINK COVER)

Watch Filipino boyband VFORT covering Pink smash hit single "Just Like A Pill"...This sounds good! And did i say that this dudes are so fuckin hoot? Yeah SUPER!!!  
This cover song is part of VFORT's debut album under Viva Records entitled "THE LOVE BAND PROJECT" now available in all leading records bar nationwide. To know more about VFort, visit www.vfortband.com.
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THE LUMINEERS: MY CITY OF RUINS (LIVE ACOUSTIC)

Check out THE LUMINEERS covering a Bruce Springsteen original, "My City Of Ruins" live on Radio Hamburg Live Louge. This just made me like the song even more!!
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DASHBOARD CONFESSIONAL: BETTER (REGINA SPEKTOR COVER)

...No one can ever live up to Regina Spektor, but DASHBOARD CONFESSIONAL honors her awfully well. This cover is delightful!!! 
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IMAGINE DRAGONS: SEMI CHARMED LIFE

Watch and listen to Las Vegas based rock band IMAGINE DRAGONS singing a Third Eye Blind original "Semi-Charmed Life" exclusively for Radio Hamburg Live Louge. Love it!!
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ED SHEERAN: BE MY HUSBAND

ED SHEERAN performs a cover of Nina Simone's "Be My Husband" in an exclusive recording session for The Live Room. This red hair genius strikes again! I wonder what it would be like to be that perfect!!
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We found BAT FOR LASHES

Natasha Khan and her band BAT FOR LASHES played their own take on Rihanna's "We Found Love" when they appeared on BBC Radio 1. It sounds dark and a little bit creepy but yet still lovely!! * * * * * * * * * * 

BIRDY: THE A TEAM (ED SHEERAN COVER)

 
...another incredible cover from BIRDY. Now 16 year-old, she always takes other people songs and makes them her own, her voice is just hauntingly beautiful!!
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MISHA B: DIAMONDS

Here’s MISHA B. covering Rihanna’s latest chart topper ‘Diamonds’. She performed on the U.K. music site That Grape Juice’s live music show “The Splash"...Her voice is very strong and yet so soulful. Nice cover!!  
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FIONA APPLE: LET ME ROLL IT

FIONA APPLE was just flawless as always with her cover of Paul McCartney/The Wings' classic "Let Me Roll It"...She performed this with The Roots on Late Night With Jimmy Fallon in honor of McCartney's 70th birthday last June 18. Check it out above!!
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BETTY STEELES covers Michael Jackson's 'Beat It'

Check out BETTY STEELES' unique spin on Michael Jackson hit single "Beat It". Simply adorable!!

For free music, tour dates, photos and videos, visit Betty Steeles http://www.myspace.com/iambettysteeles
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BOYCE AVENUE: WANT U BACK

BOYCE AVENUE turn this Cher Lloyd song into a "listenable", beautiful love song! Hanna Trigwell is also the perfect choice for this collaboration. Well done!!
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MY HEART WILL GO ON...

Want an awesome male cover version of Celine Dion's epic hit "My Heart Will Go On"?..Check out REID JAMIESON's version here:

Visit REID JAMIESON Official Website: http://www.reidjamieson.com/
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COCAINE

Listen to GIN WIGMORE's rendition of John Martyn's 1967 song "Cocaine". Love love this cover, her voice suits it very well!!


Artist official website: http://www.ginwigmore.com/
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LEONA LEWIS: TOO CLOSE

LEONA LEWIS has performed a stunning acoustic rendition of Alex Clare's "Too Close" exclusively at The Sun Biz Sessions. The 2006 X Factor winner is all set to release her much awaited third studio album GLASSHEART in stores on October 15 (UK).
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CALL ME MAYBE (JAZZ COVER)

Fil-Norwegian musician MARKKI STROEM is one big surprise in this jazzed up cover of Carly Rae Jepsen smash hit "Call Me, Maybe". Hear the song below:

The song is taken from his debut album titled Thousand Of Pieces which also includes his version of Britney Spears' "Toxic" and some original songs written and arranged by Markki himself. 

Follow Markki Stroem on:
Facebook http://www.facebook.com/markkistroem
Twitter https://twitter.com/Markkistroem
 

I DON'T WANNA WAIT (PAULA COLE COVER)

Filipino alternative rock band DECEMBER AVENUE put their own spin on Paula Cole's 1998 hit single "I Dont Wanna Wait"...This is so goood!! Honestly, na-addict ako dito! 

Follow DecemberAvenue on:
MySpace http://www.myspace.com/decemberave
Facebook http://www.facebook.com/decemberave
Twitter  https://twitter.com/decemberave
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MILEY CYRUS: LOOK WHAT THEY'VE DONE TO MY SONG

MILEY CYRUS come out with this new soulful cover of Melanie Safka's song "Look What They've Done to My Song" exclusively for Backyard Sessions. Her voice is so raspy & amazing! I hope she stick to this kind of music.
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IN THE SPOTLIGHT: STEVE WEXLER AND THE TOP SHELF

Meet STEVE WEXLER AND THE TOP SHELF; a 10-piece band with an impressive roster that turns out innovative and energetic arrangements of classic hits. (Click here for the band member's tidbits)

They are best known for their arrangements of famous songs like The Temptations’ “My Girl,” EW&F’s “Got To Get You Into My Life,” Wilson Pickett’s “Mustang Sally,” Ray Charles’ “Georgia,” and Frank Sinatra’s “Fly Me to the Moon,”. The band acts as an instant time machine, bringing the listeners back to an amazing era in music while putting a uniquely modern twist to their performance. Check out their amazing video performance below:

VISIT THEIR OFFICIAL WEBSITE http://www.stevewexlermusic.com/

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OPPA GANGNAM STYLE ACOUSTIC COVER!

Russian YouTube sensation IGOR PRESNYAKOV is on my radar for quite sometime and when i saw his new uploaded video and saw the titles just said: OMG! This guy is a legend!!!

FOLLOW HIM: 
 

http://www.cdbaby.com/artist/igorpresnyakov
http://www.facebook.com/iggyfied
http://www.igorpresnyakov.com

CONOR MAYNARD: STARSHIPS

British pop sensation Conor Maynard covered Nicki Minaj's hit "Starships" in another level on SiriusXM Studio with a little mush-up to Michael Jackson's hit "Do You Remember...He made the song sound so incredible. His voice is amazing. Great job Conor!!
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ELLIE GOULDING: SOME NIGHTS

ELLIE GOULDING performed an awesome rendition of Fun.'s radio hit "Some Nights" for BBC Live Lounge. By adding her unique and wonderful vocals, she’s made the already anthemic song more uplifting, graceful, and unsurprisingly, has turned it into yet another interesting rendition. LISTEN!! * * * * * * * * * * * * * *

TIMEFLIES TUESDAY: TAYLOR SWIFT MEDLEY

Check this out- an awesome Taylor Swift' song medley performed by the talented music duo TIMEFLIES...Damn I still don't understand why this guys isn't famous yet , it's way better than that stupid korean song!!

Timeflies is an American music duo formed in October 2010 consisting of the group's producer Rob Resnick and vocalist Cal Shapiro. You can visit them on the following web links below: 

Tour: http://www.timefliesmusic.com/events
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/timeflies
Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/timeflies

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ALANIS MORISSETTE: BASKETCASE

After GREEN DAY was forced to cancel its gig on Jimmy Kimmel Live because the lead singer entered rehab, Canadian singer songwriter ALANIS MORISSETTE  filled in Tuesday evening and covered the band's 1994 hit single  "Basket Case." It's so different version and yet amazing! Watch!!!
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HANSON covers TAYLOR SWIFT Hit!!!

HANSON perform a rootsy spin of Taylor Swift's latest hit "We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together". These boys could sing the dictionary and it would be melodious and captivating and an instant hit! Enjoy!!! * * * * * * * * * * * * *

JAMES MORRISON: GANGSTA'S PARADISE

JAMES MORRISON played an amazing live acoustic cover of "Gangsta's Paradise" in studio for Fifi and Jules. One mark of a great song is that it lends itself to great interpretations. I'd say this fits the bill! Watch!! * * * * * * * * * * * * *

MILOW: AYO TECHNOLOGY (50 CENT COVER)

Belgian singer-songwriter MILOW covers 50 Cent's hit "Ayo Technology" for BING Lounge. Originally, he made this cover for the Charity Event “Music for Life” organized by the Belgian national radio station “Studio Brussel”. This cover was included in his self titled album released in 2009.


The song was a huge commercial success, receiving a platinum certification in Germany, Sweden, Switzerland, Belgium, Austria, Denmark and gold certification in Spain and The Netherlands.

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MILEY CYRUS: LILAC WINE

I'm so in love right now with MILEY CYRUS cover of "Lilac Wine", a 1950's classic song by James Shelton. The 19-year-old singer uploaded the tune for her YouTube series “The Backyard Sessions” and has received nothing but positive comments from fans and haters alike!

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ELLIE GOULDING: ONLY GIRL IN THE WORLD

Here's ELLIE GOULDING singing her cover of Rihanna's hit single "Only Girl In The World" live at 1Live in Germany.

QUEEN: BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY (UKELELE VERSION)

...when you get absolute silence in a hall like this, you know u've nailed it! JAKE SHIMABUKURO is the man! Amaziiing!!!
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THE VACCINES covers Taylor Swift's New Single!!

Indie rock band THE VACCINES appeared live on Radio 1's Live Lounge Session performing an acoustic cover of Taylor Swift's latest chart topper "We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together" for host Fearne Cotton. Watch!!

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LET ME LOVE YOU TRAVIS GARLAND!!

Check out TRAVIS GARLAND and his awesome cover of Ne-yo's "Let Me Love You (Until You Learn To Love Yourself)". I am definitely in love with him right now! Cant stop listening to this!!!

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BIG TIME RUSH: I WANT TO HOLD UR HAND

Watch Kendall, James, Carlos and Logan aka BIG TIME RUSH performing an acoustic cover of The Beatles' 1963 classic hit "I Want To Hold Your Hand". Enjoy!! :D


In case u don't know, Big Time Rush is an American boyband formed in Los Angeles, CA. They already released two albums- BTR (2010) and Elevate (2011). As of this year, the group has sold around 4.1 million singles around the world.
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BETTY STEELES: SINGLE LADIES

Watch BETTY STEELES from United Kingdom plays a unique take on Beyonce's "Single Ladies (Put A Ring On It)" exclusively at The Crypt Sessions.


...her voice is soo cute, makes me want to cuddle her! For more music of this incredibly talented artist, visit her MySpace official page here.
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CARLY RAE JEPSEN: BOTH SIDES NOW

CARLY RAE JEPSEN dropped by "On Air with Ryan Seacrest" and performed an acoustic cover of the Joni Mitchell classic, "Both Sides, Now." Watch!!


Not bad! Hearing something different aside from her "call me maybe" song! =)
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ASTON: BORN TO DIE

Been a big fan of the Australian classical music group ASTON for quite some time now and i'm glad that they're back with another stellar cover performance, this time with the song "Born To Die" by Lana Del Rey. This song works perfectly on strings. Bravo!!

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DAVID NAIL: SOMEONE LIKE YOU

Up and coming country singer DAVID NAIL offers a different and more raw take on Adele's insanely popular hit "Someone Like You"... This sounds freakin' amazing!! Take a listen and see what you think.


Get David Nail's new EP titled 1979 at iTunes NOW: http://bit.ly/DavidNail1979
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MATCHBOX 20: TIME AFTER TIME

Watch Rob Thomas and his band MATCHBOX 2O covering Cyndi Laupers' 1984 hit "Time After Time". This isn't exactly what Rob does on the live acoustic version but I think its a more elegant arrangement and it works better!!


The band are set to release North, their fourth full-length studio album, on September 4th. =O
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JOCELYN SCOFIELD: ONE MORE CHANCE

Here's a cover of Maroon 5's latest tune"One More Night" performed by JOCELYN SCOFIELD. One hell of amazing voice and a gorgeous cover!!


Scofield is an independent singer-songwriter originally from Michigan, but now based in Los Angeles, CA. She already released three albums and currently in the studio recording new materials for her EP. Visit her official website here: http://jocelynscofield.com/

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US: WHERE HAVE YOU BEEN (RIHANNA COVER)

Husband and wife duo US are back with their interpretation of Rihanna's latest hit "Where Have You Been" for their first episode of Studio Sessions. The original song had never registered in my "like" category but this version has for sure!!


Download this track for free here: http://hearus.bandcamp.com
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GAVIN MIKHAIL: MY KIND OF LOVE

^{Singer-songwriter from Nashville, Tennessee GAVIN MIKHAIL did a passionate cover of "My Kind Of Love", original song by Emeli Sande. This is one of my most fav songs.... Original is awesome, but this cover is the best I've heard so far.}

Mikhail is the winner of the 2007 "Lay it Down and Mix It Up In The UK" fan-vote contest and has already released more than 30 albums and singles independently. He also composed the piano soundtrack to Ruta Sepetys' New York Times Bestseller Between Shades of Gray which was released in 2011.

Official Website http://www.gavinmikhail.com/

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MELANIE FIONA: IRONIC

Grammy nominated R&B songstress MELANIE FIONA covers Alanis Morissette's classic "Ironic" live for Billboard's Candid Covers presented by Nikon.

“[Ironic] is just a great song that I think just really cut through in pop culture when I was a child,” explained Mel. “There was not a person in the world that didn’t know that song. No matter what type of music you listen to, no matter where you grew up, you know that song. I think that was a special song for me back then because it really made me pay attention to the art of storytelling.” Watch the music video below:

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KRIS ALLEN covers Ellie Goulding's LIGHTS

Check out KRIS ALLEN covering UK singer-songwriter Ellie Goulding's hit "Lights"...He always brings out the beauty and meaning of a song so that we just stop and actually listen.

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THE WANTED covers "IRIS"

British pop band THE WANTED paid homage to the Goo Goo Dolls with this acoustic version of their hit song "Iris" from the "City of Angels" movie soundtrack, live in the studios for SiriusXM Hits1. Beautiful!!!

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THE GASLIGHT ANTHEM: HOUSE OF THE RISING SUN

Watch THE GASLIGHT ANTHEM covering The Animals' classic rock hit "The House Of The Rising Sun." Filmed and recorded live at Billboard Studios.

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THE BASEBALLS: CALL ME MAYBE

German novelty rockers THE BASEBALLS recently performed a cover of Carly Rae Jepsen's breakthrough hit "Call Me Maybe". Watch the music video below:

Super-talented, gorgeous, great fun - The Baseballs are pure magic!!
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THE PIANO GUYS: WHAT MAKES YOU BEAUTIFUL

Watch THE PIANO GUYS as they cover One Direction's smash hit "What Makes You Beautiful" using the strings on the inside of a piano.


They are not as cute as Harry, Liam, Niall, Zayn and Louis but they are amazing at their approach to their song. This guys just raped a piano gangbang style and produced an eargasmic tune!!
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TRISTAN PRETTYMAN: WONDERWALL

Singer-songwriter TRISTAN PRETTYMAN covers Oasis' classic "Wonderwall" for Billboard's Candid Covers.


..love her rendition! She reminds me a lot with another favorite singer KT Tunstall. According to her blog, she's currently working a new album set to release this year. =O
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JAY BRANNAN covers Gotye

Beautiful and passionate cover! Keep it up Jay!!!
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ALYSON GREENFIELD: MAMA SAID KNOCK YOU OUT

Watch and listen to ALYSON GREENIELD's gorgeous cover of LL Cool J smash hit "Mama Said Knock You Out", taken from her EP Rock Out With Your Glockenspiel Out. I can see some elements of Tori Amos here, but there's something about Greenfield that is decidedly original.


Learn more about Alyson Greenfield at www.alysongreenfield.com or www.myspace.com/alysongreenfield.
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MAROON 5 covers PRINCE

Adam Levine and his band MAROON 5 has recently cover Prince's 1986 chart-topper "KISS", which is featured as a bonus track from their latest fourth studio album 'OVEREXPOSED'. Prince's Kiss was included in Rolling Stones "500 Greatest Songs Of All Time" at #461. Listen below:


Amazing!..It would sound better live. Very very sexy but also sounds like what a stripper would dance to! =)
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DAVEY: BOOM SHAKA LAKA

Check out this fantastic ukelele cover of Apache Indian's 1993 dance hit "Boom Shaka Laka" performed by Filipino singer-songwriter DAVEY. Ang galiiing!!!


This track is one of the highlights in his album “Mad About Acoustic 2 Ukelele Version” which consist of timeless hits and current faves transformed into 'reggae feel' due to ukelele.

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ZELLA DAY: SEVEN NATION ARMY

Watch seventeen year old songstress ZELLA DAY covering The White Stripes famous hit "Seven Nation Army".


...that was beautiful!! Zella made such a bold song into a deep whimsical song. I'm pretty sure it does Jack proud!!
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BEN HOWARD: DANCING IN THE DARK

Singer BEN HOWARD does The Boss justice with this infectious cover of "Dancing In The Dark"...An amazing voice covering a legend is always a great combination. Once again, Ben has stolen my breath!!

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LYKKE LI: SILVER SPRINGS

Check out this live acoustic version of "Silver Springs" by Fleetwood Mac covered by Swedish alt-pop songstress LYKKE LI. The track will be included on Just Tell Me That You Want Me: A Tribute To Fleetwood Mac, which will also feature takes on Fleetwood songs by MGMT, Best Coast, Bonnie "Prince" Billy, and the New Pornographers. Enjoy!!


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ED SHEERAN: DONT THINK TWICE, ITS ALRIGHT

British singer-songwriter ED SHEERAN covers Bob Dylan's classic "Don't Think Twice, It's Alright" for Billboard's Candid Covers. Watch!!

AMY MACDONALD: SOMEWHERE IN MY HEART

Listen to AMY MACDONALD's version of "Somewhere In My Heart", the 1987 hit song by new wave band Aztec Camera. This is simply beautiful! Amy could take just about any song and make it sound special!!

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US: IN THE END

Want to hear a ballad version of LINKIN PARK's "In The End"? Watch this:

Beautiful cover! It's almost a lullaby of one of the best songs of the century!! =O
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USHER: PUMPED UP KICKS COVER

Hear Pop/RnB Superstar USHER covering Foster The People's "Pumped Up Kicks" during a live performance on BBC Radio 1 Live Lounge session. Click the play button to stream!!

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CELINE DION covers Adele's Rolling In The Deep!!

Check out this amazing cover of Adele's hit song “Rolling in the Deep” by the one and only CELINE DION! Great version, so powerful! I got chills!! :D

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KELLY CLARKSON covers Coldplay song

KELLY CLARKSON performs a fantastic cover of Coldplay and Rihanna's "Princess of China" for Fearne in the BBC Radio 1 Live Lounge...Kelly is so friggin out of this world! It goes to show that she'd still win American Idol if she auditioned now!!

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NICKI MINAJ's STARSHIP ACOUSTIC COVER

Youtube songtress JESS MOSKALUKE turned Nicki Minaj's Starships into a perfect song. Her vocals are top-notch. It’s great to see this kind of talent out on the web. Be sure to check out this cover below and spread it out!!

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KRIS ALLEN Acoustic Mash-up

Check out this awesome mash-up of Rihanna/ Katy Perry/ Lady Gaga's hit singles performed by American Idol Season 8 winner KRIS ALLEN.

...how amazing and pure that boy's voice is?! I am officially stoked! Love him so much and love everything about that performance!!
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EMILY WELLS: FEVER

This is a fantastic version of the classic hit "Fever" performed by multi-instrumentalist EMILY WELLS. What a voice and what a talent! I am completely in love with her and this cover!!


Visit EMILY WELLS official website here.
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BOYCE AVENUE: WE ARE YOUNG

The Puerto Rican-born brothers – Alejandro, Daniel and Fabian Manzano famously known as BOYCE AVENUE released their latest cover, this time taking on Fun.'s breakthrough single “We Are Young”. This guys never fails to make an amazing cover! And OMG, he's wearing a Philippines shirt again!! Now that's super COOL!!!

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JAMESTOWN STORY: PAYPHONE (MAROON 5 COVER)

Here's a cover of Maroon 5 latest chartbuster single "Payphone" performed by JAMESTOWN STORY, an acoustic indie rock band from Duluth, Minnesota. I admire the tone of this cover, its so sweet and delicate. These guys got some talent!!


Visit their official website here: JAMESTOWNSTORY.COM
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MEET THE PIANO GUYS

THE PIANO GUYS is an American music duo consisting of Jon Schmidt and Steven Sharp Nelson. They became famous through YouTube where they posted videos of renditions and mashes of popular songs accompanied by professional-looking video clips. Ever since I discovered these amazing musicians, their music has occupied the majority of my playlists. I could fill the page with superlatives and it wouldn't begin to quantify the quality and emotion The Piano Guys put into their music...Videos after the jump:


Absolutely beautiful. I love how their instruments speak and form the words of the artist in a way more beautiful that words can repeat.


what a peaceful melody!! I've lost count of how many times I've listened to this piece!!


Listening to this while doing my homework.....homework is not as bad when you listen to the songs they play!


Stunning!!..in such moment like this, i really regret that i can't play any musical instrument. =(


This is the greatest thing made by humanity. Ever! Eat your heart out, Lucas!!!

Be sure to check out their other videos on YouTube to get a better understanding of the passion they put into their music.
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