What are some of the more "creative" covers versions you've heard? (beehaw.org)

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Here are a few to get things started:

Don Henley's The Boys of Summer as an 80s synth tune

Bossa nova version of Crowded House's Don't Dream It's Over

Reggae-ish version of Aretha Franklin's Respect

A capella men's ensemble version of Lady Gaga's Bad Romance

EDIT: This has been great, everyone. Thanks to everyone for all the terrific links and for introducing me to a number of artists I wouldn't have heard of otherwise. Seriously, the online rabbit-holes have been thoroughly enjoyable--even it I stayed up a bit too late a number of times.

Worth it.

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[-] Evkob@lemmy.ca 2 points 1 year ago

Goddamn it why am I just learning about Japanese DEVO today? Why has no one told me? Thanks for sharing, this cover is a banger and I must listen to Polysics' entire discography now!

[-] TheBaldness@beehaw.org 2 points 1 year ago

You're welcome! And have you heard of Servotron? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4gS4nzSWmCs

[-] Evkob@lemmy.ca 2 points 1 year ago

I hadn't but I'm adding to my playlists! I first got really into music via prog rock so this type of high-concept silliness is well-aligned with my preferences :P