cover songs
11 re-imagined cover songs that became popular
One of the best things about music is when artists put their own unique spin on iconic songs. Sometimes they change the song’s original genre, swap in new lyrics or reimagine its intent. Modern artists will always cover classic songs, such as twenty one pilots undertaking “Can’t Help Falling In Love” by Elvis Presley or Miley Cyrus […]
10 modern covers that renew the spirit of classic-rock songs
Even though we’re always on the hunt for new releases, covers of old songs from our favorite artists are always gifts welcomed with open arms. There’s something about a cover song that is always exciting, especially when other musicians are the ones showing their karaoke skills. It’s cool to see the artist put their signature […]
10 alternative covers that completely transformed pop hits
While we love when artists gift us with never-before-heard songs, there’s just something about a cover that will always get us excited. Since the Punk Goes Pop days, scene artists covering pop tracks have been a popular trend, and vice versa. Through unexpected collabs and covers, we’ve discovered mainstream artists who are truly scene kids […]
Hear Metallica's stripped down take of this classic Alice In Chains song
Metallica is paying homage to fellow legends in heavy metal and rock Alice In Chains with a stripped-down acoustic cover of “Would?” The cover track comes as part of a livestream all-star tribute to Alice In Chains’ legacy and late singer Layne Staley. Read more: Spotify Wrapped is showcasing the one song that got you through the year […]
Hear Senses Fail cover the Christmas songs no one else wants to play
As the holiday’s inch closer and closer, artists are helping get us in a festive mood and Senses Fail are doing their part with two brand new Christmas covers. The band are revealing two fresh cover tracks helping spread some holiday cheer and brighten your mood today. Read More: See Bayside celebrate life’s little moments in acoustic […]
QUIZ: Can you name the original artist behind these popular cover songs?
One thing is for sure: Punk and rock artists know how to make amazing covers. Take the many volumes of Punk Goes… (including Punk Goes Christmas and Punk Goes Classic Rock) as an example. Even Brendon Urie loves to play covers such as Billy Joel’s “Movin’ Out (Anthony’s Song)” and Queen’s “Bohemian Rhapsody” in Panic! […]
See Machine Gun Kelly and Travis Barker join protesters in RATM cover
After spending his time this week joining Black Lives Matter protesters on the streets, Machine Gun Kelly linked up with Travis Barker for a cover of Rage Against The Machine‘s “Killing In The Name.” The black and white video released today (June 4) shows footage of the duo recording the track spliced between shots composed from the ongoing protests in honor of George […]
Ice Nine Kills turn “Stacy’s Mom” into a rib-splitting ‘Friday The 13th’ parody
Ice Nine Kills packaged a horror-themed parody cover of Fountains Of Wayne‘s hit track “Stacy’s Mom” featuring none other than Jason Voorhees and his mother Pamela from the original Friday The 13th film. The “Jason’s Mom” video is the metalcore band’s contribution to Fearless Records‘ Fearless At Home livestream event and arrives just in time for Mother’s Day. Read More: Hear Megadeth’s […]
Hear Billie Joe Armstrong cover "Kids in America" for Mike Dirnt's birthday
Green Day frontman Billie Joe Armstrong has been covering songs for a series he’s calling “No Fun Mondays” and his latest is doubling as a tribute to Mike Dirnt on his birthday. The punk rock legend covered Kim Wilde’s iconic track “Kids In America” while wishing his bandmate a happy birthday tagged with a fun illustration of Dirnt as a […]
Hear what Joe Exotic's "Here Kitty Kitty" sounds like if he played metal
The world is becoming completely enamoured with Tiger King content after the Netflix series boosted Joe Exotic into the spotlight once again and metalcore act Everyone Dies in Utah are here to give a heavy touch up for one of the songs from Joe. In case you haven’t seen the series yet, Joe Exotic has a number of songs that appear […]
FIDLAR and SWMRS join forces to cover the 1975's "People"
SWMRS and FIDLAR are pairing up for a sweet joint cover of the 1975‘s track “People” off of their upcoming record Notes on a Conditional Form. The two bands gave their take on the track which is less than a year old and marks the first bit of music available from the 1975’s new album. Read More: Post Malone and […]
System Of A Down, A7X, RATM members team up for Radiohead cover
System Of A Down drummer John Dolmayan has been keeping busy with These Grey Men while waiting for SOAD to decide on their recording plans and the project’s new cover of Radiohead‘s “Street Spirit” sees some familiar faces joining him. The drummer recruited Avenged Sevenfold vocalist M. Shadows as well as Rage Against The Machine guitarist Tom Morello for the new cover. […]
Panic! At The Disco make 'Frozen 2' song "sound easy," Idina Menzel says
Panic! At The Disco‘s cover of “Into the Unkown” for Frozen 2 has received a ton of praise and now Idina Menzel – the actress who voices Elsa in the film – has given her seal of approval. Speaking to Zach Sang, Menzel says PATD mastermind Brendon Urie makes singing the track look easy. Read More: Van Halen bassist […]
Marilyn Manson delivers the Doors cover of classic track "The End"
Marilyn Manson hasn’t dropped a new album since 2017’s Heaven Upside Down but he’s offering fans new material in the way of a cover of the Doors’ song “The End.” The musician takes a dark stab at the eight-minute track recorded alongside country star Shooter Jennings. Read More: ‘The Umbrella Academy’ cast react to Funko Pop gifts of […]
Foo Fighters cover Jawbreaker, the Passions on latest archival EP
Foo Fighters have been releasing EPs of live tracks, covers and demo songs for the past few months and they’re back with yet another. The latest and seventh overall EP, 02050525, sees the band covering Jawbreaker and the Passions as well as three demo tracks. Read More: Lionheart lay down no-nonsense grooves on “Born Feet First” The first […]
KISS song gets Paul Stanley-approved flash mob cover from 270 artists
Russian group ROCKNMOB have put together a group of more than 270 musicians in Moscow to play the KISS track “I Was Made For Lovin’ You.” The group is known for their flash mobs covering songs by Linkin Park, Green Day, Metallica and many more. Read more: Jack White clarifies heroin usage joke, calls out […]
Hollywood Vampires cover David Bowie’s “Heroes” in new video
It’s been a very long wait for supergroup the Hollywood Vampires‘ sophomore record, but we’re getting an early glimpse at what’s in store through a new cover song. The band released their take on David Bowie‘s classic track “Heroes” through a new black and white video. Read More: StubHub is offering up to $100 off ticket purchases this […]
Weezer Twitter meme now a whole album of cover songs
Remember when Twitter‘s #WeezerCoverAfrica fan campaign actually got Weezer to cover “Africa” by Toto? Yes, it happened, and the longtime Los Angeles rockers recaptured listeners’ attention with the contemporary twist on the ’80s hit. But, of course, Weezer being Weezer, they’ve taken that idea and ran with it. Behold, The Teal Album, the band’s new […]
This metal 'Legend Of Zelda' cover is a true Triforce bop
Video game theme song covers tend to lend themselves to imaginative heavy metal renditions. (Hey, remember Nintendocore?) To wit, metalcore mainstays August Burns Red are turning The Legend Of Zelda‘s classic theme into a dynamic, guitar-fueled anthem you’d think could resurrect the entire Kingdom of Hyrule. Check it out below! The tune appears on the […]
Rob Zombie, Marilyn Manson and Nikki Sixx crush this Beatles tune
Gore-obsessed entertainers and veteran metal icons Rob Zombie and Marilyn Manson have been putting their own unique twist on the Beatles‘ classic “Helter Skelter” throughout the towns of North America during their massive Twins of Evil: The Second Coming Tour. But on New Year’s Eve, the duo found themselves bolstered by none other than Mötley […]
