Four days after the Grammy Awards, the Recording Academy returns to the Dolby Theatre in LA to stage an all-star tribute to The Beach Boys. All surviving bandmembers were present to watch a host of A-list artists tackle their hits and, occasionally, deeper cuts. The proceedings were filmed for A Grammy Salute To The Beach Boys, which will air later this year, but for now you can preview it with audience footage that landed on YouTube. Continue reading »
Celebrities love “Islands.” Shakira covers the xx song under the name “Explore” and now Gossip Girl Taylor Momsen performs the tune with her band The Pretty Reckless. She takes it one step further, though, mixing it with Eminem’s current hit “Love the Way You Lie.” Despite a shaky start, the acoustic mashup works better than you’d expect. Sticking with Rihanna’s chorus is a smart call. One gets the impression Taylor wouldn’t be much of a rapper.
This one comes from the BBC’s always-terrific Live Lounge program. Download the cover below. You can hear the full interview/performance at BBC.co.uk. Continue reading »