Queen Anne, the indie-pop duo of singer-songwriter Katie Silverman and producer Sandy Chila, released a cover of David Bowie’s 1983 anthem “Let’s Dance.” The cover trades the groove of Bowie for a western-tinged lullaby that feels cinematic and slightly unexpected. Silverman’s vocals carry a similar huskiness to Lana Del Rey, and are mirrored by moody acoustic tones. “Let’s Dance” is a kaleidoscope of funk, dance-rock, and R&B, designed to be slick, propulsive, and irresistibly foot-stompable. Rest assured, Queen Anne produces a cacophony of danceable melodies strung together with a heavy base and light piano dancing on top. Continue reading »