All articles tagged with #tribute album
Originally Published 6 months ago — by Rolling Stone
The Rolling Stones have recorded a zydeco version of Clifton Chenier's song 'Zydeco Sont Pas Salés' for a tribute album honoring the zydeco legend, blending their blues and country influences with Louisiana's folk-dance music, and showcasing their appreciation for diverse American genres.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NME
A star-studded tribute album for Talking Heads' 'Stop Making Sense' will feature artists like Lorde, The National, Girl In Red, and more. The album, "Everyone's Getting Involved: A Tribute to Talking Heads’ Stop Making Sense," aims to introduce a new generation of fans to Talking Heads’ music and offer new interpretations of their tracks. The project follows the recent re-release of the iconic concert film and includes contributions from Paramore, Miley Cyrus, and others. An official release date for the album is yet to be announced.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Variety
Paramore will feature on a tribute album for A24's restoration of "Stop Making Sense," a 1984 live album by Talking Heads. The album will feature 16 artists covering the band's setlist, and a teaser clip shows Paramore's cover of "Burning Down the House." A24 re-released the concert film last year, and the trailer is the only post on Paramore's Instagram after the band wiped their socials, which was reportedly to commemorate the end of their 20-year deal with Atlantic Records.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Stereogum
A24 is working on a Stop Making Sense tribute album, and Paramore is one of the bands involved, with a teaser video showing Hayley Williams receiving David Byrne's giant suit and a cassette copy of the movie's soundtrack. The band's cover of Talking Heads' "Burning Down The House" will be featured on the album, following their recent album release and heavy touring.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Guardian
A new tribute album titled "Songs and Symphoniques: The Music of Moondog" is being released to honor the incredible life and legacy of Moondog, an eccentric musician and composer who captivated New York City in the 1960s and 1970s. Known for his Viking-inspired attire and blind appearance, Moondog was revered by major musicians and covered by artists like Janis Joplin. The album features vocal performances from Rufus Wainwright, Jarvis Cocker, and Joan as Policewoman, among others, and aims to introduce more people to the joy and wonder of Moondog's music. Moondog's archive, filled with hundreds of compositions, showcases his diverse range of musical styles and instruments, many of which he created himself. The tribute album is just the beginning of efforts to spread Moondog's message, with plans for a follow-up set and a tribute show at Carnegie Hall in November.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Daily Mail
Gwen Stefani announced on Instagram that she and husband Blake Shelton have released a cover of The Judds' song "Love Is Alive." The cover will be part of an upcoming tribute album honoring The Judds, and marks the fifth duet Stefani and Shelton have recorded together. The Judds, a mother-daughter country duo, were inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame earlier this year, but tragically, Naomi Judd passed away the day before the ceremony. The tribute album is set to be released on October 27th.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Rolling Stone
Gwen Stefani and Blake Shelton have covered The Judds' "Love Is Alive" for the upcoming tribute album honoring the influential country music duo. The album, titled A Tribute to the Judds, features over two dozen artists and will be released on October 27. Shelton expressed his admiration for The Judds and praised Stefani's vocals, while Stefani expressed her excitement to be part of the project. The tribute album also includes contributions from Dolly Parton, Reba McEntire, and LeAnn Rimes, among others.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by HuffPost
Keith Richards honors Mick Jagger's 80th birthday with a sweet and slightly cheeky musical message, while fellow Rolling Stones guitarist Ronnie Wood also offers a birthday greeting. Jagger has yet to directly comment on the posts but has expressed gratitude for the well-wishing tweets. The Stones are currently working on a tribute album to late drummer Charlie Watts, set for release in the fall.