COVER NERD! - SEXY COVERS (SCROOBIUS PIP / OP8)

COVER NERD! - SEXY COVERS (SCROOBIUS PIP / OP8)

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I'm fairly new to this whole blogging game, but I felt already it was time to share a couple of songs which I have to put in the bracket 'SEXY'. I know I'm not the authority on being sexy so please let me know which songs float your boat!

Scroobius Pip - 'Feel It'

Can You Feel It

When I think of Scroobius Pip, the word sexy doesn’t immediately spring to mind. No offence to the bearded genius, but he’s just not my personal cup of tea (to look at). However, this track off of his album Distraction Pieces absolutely is. I remember seeing Mr Pip in London in late 2011 at the Hoxton Bar & Grill and towards the end of his set, a girl joined him on stage and they did this. Being so different from the rest of the set and album that he was exclusively playing, it stuck in my mind.

I like the way Scroobius speaks the lyrics and then Natasha Fox bursts in sometimes just after sometimes at the same time. The combination gets me going and now whenever I hear the song, it gives me goose pimples, and makes me wanna dim the lights, pour some wine and make my own sweet music, and no not a solo record.

I listened to the original Kate Bush song, which has been described as the sexiest song ever. It’s good, but I have to say I prefer Natasha Fox’s vocals. Maybe it’s because I heard the cover first, which usually means that stays as my favourite.

OP8 - 'Sand'

When A Sexy Cover Isn't A Sexy Cover

A few years ago, I was looking on the internet for any Calexico related songs, and came across the band OP8 which has Joey & John from Calexico as well as their oft collaborator Howe Gelb of Giant Sand (amongst many). This track featuring Lisa Germano on vocals, is a cover of the Nancy Sinatra & Lee Hazlewood 1960’s recording.

For me the breathy way in which both the male & female voices almost whisper the lyrics, make the hairs on my neck stand up and sends shivers down my spine. The xylophone (on the original version) and the snare brush drumming complement the singing really well.

NERD ALERT! - Dan Le Sac & Scroobius Pip once auditioned for the X-Factor (see here for proof)

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TRACKS OF THE WEEK - 13/11/11

TRACKS OF THE WEEK - 13/11/11

Band of Skulls David Lynch Karen O Kate Bush The Civil Wars Tracks of the Week Tune Doctor

Four dirty little birdies that Berlusconi would be proud of, do you have any saucy numbers for us? Go on be a devil....let us know. Please..

SFW:-
The Civil Wars - Billie Jean (2011)

I've been obsessed with these two since seeing this performance on Jools Hollands show a few weeks ago and in the week of Dr Conrad Murray being convicted of the manslaughter of Michael Jackson, I thought it's tedious link could be counted as my TOTW. The Civil Wars are Joy Williams & John Paul White (I know what you're thinking, could easily be Johnny Depp's musical stunt double) who have released an album in 2011 called 'Barton Hollow'.  It's a fantastic piece of folk-country-Americana with exquisite melodies that given the chance will probably win a Grammy (I just read that they've been nominated for a Country Music Award) - it's definitely worth a purchase!  

Old Pa's Corner:-

David Lynch - Pinky's Dream feat Karen O (2011)

'David Lynch, is that not the guy who does these weird movies and things?!' Yes, you are right and he has done a 'solo' album. Is it weird? I suppose you would say its kind of what you would expect but I like this opening track, great drumming, great vocal, lots of energy, makes me want to hear more!

But before you dismiss it, David Lynch was responsible for the soundtrack to 'Blue Velvet' (what a film that is). He was behind the the re-recording of some of the Big O's all time greats. Need I say anymore.

I am a human being

Flycasual:-

Kate Bush - Wild Man (2011)

I love Kate Bush. Growing up in the 80's with my hormones raging, I used to find her hushed and sultry vocals incredibly sexy. I believed that her songs about love and hurt would prepare me to understand what to expect later in life. I felt she had given me the map to that exotic land called woman (must have lost it on the way/men can't read maps etc, I'll probably hear my wife say). Regardless she's back after a 6 year gap with this fabulous song. Ahh, her whispered, breathy tones are here with tales of love, it's time to be seduced again. Oh wait....what? It's about the Yeti!?? Oh, never mind she's still bonkers and all the better for it!

quite handy with a guitar

Shell Hunter:-

Band of Skulls - 'The Devil Takes Care of His Own' (2011)

Everyone needs a bit of rock in their life and this is a more than suitable fix! The slow riffage reminds me a little bit of Faith No More or something sampled for an early Beastie Boys album! I enjoyed all the singles from Band of Skull's first album and after hearing this first offering from their new album "Sweet Sour" due for release next February, I can't wait! With only 3 members, their minimalistic sound has more of an impact, much like that of The White Stripes or She Keeps Bees. I love the video too, it kicks ass...err, sorry. Thats one gig I wish I'd been to!

Enjoy these? Check out our other Tracks of the Week....

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