A couple weeks ago, while recovering from coronavirus, a bored Rita Wilson posted a video of her rapping along to Naughty By Nature’s “Hip Hop Hooray.” Her rendition went viral, and now Wilson has teamed up with NBN for an official remix. It’s for a good cause, as a fundraiser for the MusicCares COVID-19 Relief […]
Billie Joe Armstrong Shares 'Manic Monday' Cover Featuring Susanna Hoffs of The Bangles
As part of his ongoing No Fun Mondays series, Green Day singer Billie Joe Armstrong shared a cover of The Bangles’ “Manic Mondays.” This version of the song features none other than The Bangles’ Susanna Hoffs playing in a split-screen. If you don’t remember, the 1986 hit song was actually co-written by Prince. The past […]
Sheryl Crow – "Lonely Town, Lonely Street" (Bill Withers Cover)
Sheryl Crow has paid tribute to Bill Withers — the soul legend who passed away last week at 81 — by releasing a cover of “Lonely Town, Lonely Street,” which appeared on his 1972 album Still Bill. “I love Bill Withers. His passing last week was a heavy blow, on top of the challenges we’re […]
Rita Wilson Teams Up With Naughty By Nature For "Hip Hop Hooray" Remix
Rita Wilson recently went viral (perhaps a bad choice of words) when she recited Naughty By Nature’s iconic “Hip Hop Horay” while recovering from COVID-19. Today, the singer/actress has released an official remix of the song as a fund-raising initiative. “‘Hip Hop Hooray’ is like modern day Shakespeare,” she explains in the press release. “I […]
Tenille Townes Builds Momentum With "The Most Beautiful Things"
From Kacey Musgraves to Cam and Ingrid Andress, there’s a new wave of female country artists reshaping the genre. Instead of corny lyrics about beer (although I do love a good drinking song) and cheesy pop hooks, these women are focussing on storytelling and raw emotion. You can now add Tenille Townes to that list. […]
Sheryl Crow Covers Bill Withers' 'Lonely Town, Lonely Street'
Over the weekend, Portugal. The Man shared a cover of Bill Withers’ “Lovely Day.” Now, Sheryl Crow has shared a version of a Withers song herself. Featuring Citizen Cope, Crow covered Withers’ “Lonely Town, Lonely Street” off of 1972’s Still Bill album. The track was produced by Steve Jordan. Withers died last Monday due to a […]
Watch Jason Isbell And Amanda Shires Cover Neil Young's "Unknown Legend"
Jason Isbell is gearing up to release a new album, Reunions, with his band the 400 Unit. We’ve heard a lot of music from him in recently — including the great “Only Children,” which ranked amongst our favorite songs last week. But at the same time, Isbell’s also been getting on the livestream action during […]
Toni Braxton Gives Good Advice On Comeback Single "Do It"
Toni Braxton’s ‘Deadwood’ Here’s a little something to brighten your week! Toni Braxton is back with a new single called “Do It,” the first taste of her 10th studio album via new label Island Records. As usual, the R&B legend serves vocals and even gives out some good relationship advice. “No more wondering why, he […]
Music Stars Play 'One World Together at Home'
Eddie Vedder, Paul McCartney and Lady Gaga are just some of the stars who have teamed up with Global Citizen and the World Health Organization to perform in a worldwide televised special called “One World: Together at Home.” Set to air across all major broadcast and major networks as well as digital music providers on […]
2nd Grade Announce Debut Album, Share 2 New Songs: Listen
Philadelphia musician Peter Gill, who has played with Friendship and Free Cake For Every Creature over the years, has rounded up a crew of fellow Philly musicians, among them members of Remember Sports, for a new project called 2nd Grade. Their debut album, Hit To Hit, is coming out at the end of next month, […]