Covers of "Careless Whisper"

Danny and Jon take a trip through the weird and fun world of "Stand By Me". Hitmakers and unknowns alike take a turn with the Ben E. King classic. Come see how our hosts feel about the wild variety this song has to offer. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blanketingcovers/message

April may have been the best month yet as far as new music goes. On top of that, Danny and Jon both found some great stuff from other eras. Join us on Patreon --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blanketingcovers/message

In 1966, ? and the Mysterians released 96 Tears. The song has been credited as in influence in the early days of punk, so we thought that's where this episode was going. Find out if we were right! Join us on Patreon --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blanketingcovers/message

Normally, this would be a Patreon exclusive, but we decided we'd give it to you here on Main! If you enjoy this preview come hang out with us over on Patreon! CLICK HERE! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blanketingcovers/message

For the first time in the history of this show, we are doing a true first listen. Neither Danny, Jon, nor returning guest Brad Stasell had listened to the new covers album from T-Pain prior to recording the episode. Find out how we feel right along with us as we give On Top of The Covers a listen --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blanketingcovers/message

The song has had many names and has been attributed to a few bands, but no matter how you shake it, it's a great rock and roll song. Stepping Stone has practically become a punk rock standard. It's such a good rock song that even the other genres that have taken it in can't help but make it rock. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blanketingcovers/message

For a long time, Amen, Brother by The Winstons was just the b-side of a moderately successful R&B song. Over time it has grown into something so much more. A 6-second drum sample from the track has become one of the most used, and most recognizable samples in the history of music. From its early days in hip hop, into various dance music genres, and eventually even crossing over into rock and roll, The Amen Break is one of the most important sounds in music history. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blanketingcovers/message

In 1961, Patsy Cline released "Crazy", a simple song about complex emotions. Since then, the song has basically become a country standard and a right of passage. Join us as we travel through the long history of this classic. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blanketingcovers/message

The Postal Service are celebrating their 20th anniversary this year, and because of that, we are celebrating them! Give Up is an album full of classics, but the biggest among them is Such Great Heights. Listen to 20 years of covers with us and hear the different ways they've impacted music in that time. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blanketingcovers/message

In 1972, professor Gil Trythall went out to show what a Moog synthesizer was capable of. The results are mixed, but the journey through these synthesized country classics is well worth it. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blanketingcovers/message