the veronicas – untouched (acoustic)
original artist: the veronicas what’s great about this version: two great voices and two acoustic guitars. love it!
speedway – genie in a bottle
August 10, 2009
original artist: christina aguilera what’s great about this remake: it ROCKS! this track may have been around for a while but tonight’s the first time i heard it. it’s not the typical rock version cover because the song was completely rearranged / transformed into “speedway” style. electronic effects and strings… awesome! i’m hoping that all music [...]
princess – all the single ladies (acoustic)
August 7, 2009
original artist: beyonce knowles what’s a great about this remake: it’s so far one of the best acoustic remakes i’ve heard of this popular dance hit by beyonce. literally very relaxing with princess’ cool and soothing voice, complemented by just one guitar and an acoustic box. listen up: ALL THE SINGLE LADIES princess All the single ladies, all the [...]
james morrison – man in the mirror
July 23, 2009
original artist: michael jackson what’s great about this remake: this one’s very james morrison, i mean, by his voice full of emotions and acoustic style. it’s one of the popular, meaningful MJ songs that has been covered through the years and hearing this song is just in time with the season. RIP MJ. MAN IN THE MIRROR james [...]
john mayer – human nature
July 11, 2009
original artist: michael jackson what makes it a great remake: it’s a tribute music to the late king of pop and i think whatever a musician does to pay tribute to another would never feel enough. instead of using his own voice, john mayer has expressed his message, whatever it may be, through his skills [...]
WHY LEARN TO PLAY A MUSICAL INSTRUMENT
June 30, 2009
been doing some reading about music when i came across Greg Hall’s article about boosting one’s self-confidence through learning how to play at least a musical instrument. i absolutely concede to what he’s saying as it’s very true to me. in fact, i’m more comfortable performing when i’m hugging my guitar or touching the keys [...]
25 HAPPIEST SONGS of the 21st CENTURY
June 25, 2009
i’m a big fan of happy music; those that can make people stand up, sway, sing along with or anything that makes them tap their feet unconsciously. it’s not difficult to think of happy songs from the past when everyone loved to twist and shout. the 21st century has just started 9 years ago and [...]
the katinas – pocketful of sunshine
June 21, 2009
original artist: natasha bedingfieldwhat’s great about this remake: i just discovered rawsessions yesterday afternoon while browsing the web and my, they do have the best collection of songs covered by different artists of all genres. this song is pure rnb, using heavently male voices as instruments aside from the keyboard. definitely one of the best [...]
20 POP/ALTERNATIVE COVER SONGS
June 18, 2009
if you’re a pop/alternative band, here are some suggested upbeat songs that will surely entertain your audience:ARTIST – SONG TITLE 1. jimmy eat world – the middle2. no doubt – sunday morning3. gin blossoms – as long as it matters4. oasis – wonderwall5. splender – the loneliest person i know6. greenday – time of your life7. [...]
THE KEY TO WRITING MUSIC
June 16, 2009
although this blog features an ode to great music remakes, it doesn’t mean that we aren’t encouraging readers to write their own music. performing original songs always feel so much better than doing covers. if you’re in a band and would like to make it in the music industry, it is always recommended that you [...]
September 13, 2009