Aleah Fitzwater

Aleah Fitzwater is a rogue classical musician from Bedford, MI (a rural town between the cities of Detroit and Toledo). At a young age, she found herself taken by woodwind instruments- particularly, the flute. She continued her musical exploration at the University of Toledo where she received a bachelor's in instrumental music education. She currently works as a freelance music writer and recording artist and also runs two Etsy shops. When she’s not working, she’s probably playing with her Yorkie (Presto) or rearranging a song for a ridiculously large flute choir. Follow her at https://aleahfitzwater.com for more blog content, or https://www.instagram.com/aleahflute to hear classical spins on popular songs.

Prince Royce Puts Bachata Twist on Backstreet Boys Hit

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Dec 162025
 
Prince Royce

Meet Prince Royce (Geoffrey Royce Rojas), the American singer who blends the sounds of Latin music with R&B, bachata, and more, along with a sprinkle of pop. He went wildfire over a decade ago for his cover of “Stand By Me.” And now he’s a global sensation. One of his more recent covers, “I Want It That Way,” takes a tune from 1999 and turns it bachata.

So, what is bachata anyway? This unique Dominican genre often includes Spanish-style guitar, bolero, and dance-worthy rhythms. Traditionally, a bachata song has romantic lyrics, which makes this new cover of “I Want It That Way” even more fitting.
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Snacktime Creates Lush Tribute to Brian Wilson with “God Only Knows”

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Dec 102025
 
Snacktime

What happens when you make The Beach Boys sound like D’Angelo’s genre-defying neo-soul? Meet Snacktime, the seven-piece Philadelphia-based band known for adding lush brass into their mix of funk, punk, R&B, and more. This version of “God Only Knows” is a tribute to not one, but two artists. As Snacktime announced their new release, they thoughtfully penned this in the description below their music video teaser:

Rest in Peace
Brian Wilson 6.20.42 – 06.11.25
Michael “D’Angelo” Archer 2.11.74 – 10.14.25

The lead line opens with analog static and a faraway horn… Then the vibe arrives. Syncopated keys, a bright-timbred snare, rock-solid guitars, and the icing on the cake…flowing, smooth vocals. As the song moves forward effortlessly, waves of brass ensembles rise, percussion breaks through, and grooving layered vocal harmonies coalesce into something truly nostalgic and fresh. Take a listen for yourself, watch below.

Jimmie Allen Covers Lady Gaga’s “Always Remember Us This Way”

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Dec 082025
 
Jimmie Allen

Tennessee-based country artist Jimmie Allen has been teasing Wild Dreams, The Cover Collection through the label Cleopatra Records. The new album is scheduled to be released early next year. As a teaser, this country artist has veered a bit from his regular fare. The end result? A heart-rending, yearning performance. Continue reading »

Florence and the Machine Covers Lady Gaga’s “Abracadabra”

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Nov 132025
 
Florence and the Machine

Florence + The Machine performed a mashup cover on SiriusXM. Their own “Which Witch” mixed with “Abracadabra” is a refreshing take on the eerie Lady Gaga hit. Somehow, by combining their original 2015 tune with the radio hit from this year, they made some serious sonic magic. Continue reading »

Lankum Releases Video of The Specials Cover “Ghost Town”

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Nov 122025
 
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The contemporary Irish-folk quartet Lankum has teamed up with director Leonn Ward and his team to create a spellbinding cover and music video for “Ghost Town.” The original version by The Specials put the social issues of the 1980s—urban decay, unrest, unemployment, societal chaos—on the table for everyone to see. This (of course) was done in a sort of ska-Brit-punk genre. Now, Lankum has recreated the song, making it what this Stereogum article is calling “doom-laden experimental music.” Continue reading »

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