We pull a classic episode from the archives, back to episode 20, where we take a look at one of the most important bands in Hip Hop, and a cover that couldn’t possibly work, but does. 911 Is A Joke, originally by Public Enemy, covered by Duran Duran. 

Outro music (which is new to the episode) is Eve of Destruction, a rare cover by Public Enemy.

We pull a classic episode from the archives, one of our longtime favorites from episode 32. A musical theater classic and cover you’d never think to ask for, but once you know about it, you understand the treat you’re in for. I Feel Pretty, originally by Marni Nixon, covered by Little Richard. 

Outro music is Keep A Knockin’, also by Little Richard. 

We pull a classic episode from the archives and dress it up for the modern incarnation of the show. And it’s a doozie, with an unforgettable dance / hip-hop classic covered earnestly by one of the least hip-hop superstars still on the stage today. My Humps, originally by The Black Eyed Peas, covered by Alanis Morissette. 

Outro music is new to this episode, and we’ve added King of Pain also by Alanis Morissette, from her MTV Unplugged show. It’s super cool. 

A song from a band that shows their typically high concept, but also shares an unusual amount of heart, and a cover to bring us all together. Wish You Were Here, originally by Pink Floyd, covered by Elisapie. 

Outro music is Wolf by First Aid Kit. 

A thoughtful and demanding musician brings you a cup of cocoa and a blanket to throw over your feet, and a cover that understands the assignment. Lay Lady Lay, originally by Bob Dylan, covered by Dave Stewart. 

Outro music is Queen of New Orleans, by Jon Bon Jovi, but Dave Stewart co-wrote, played guitar, and produced it. 

The greatest band that never existed, but is somehow still touring, and a cover that’s a tribute, a laugh, and a great show all at once. Big Bottom, originally by Spinal Tap, covered by Soundgarden. 

Outro music is Starcrossed, by Lenny and the Squigtones. 

We decide to dive into a band that’s a favorite for one of us, and see if we can find the daylight between our musical tastes. She’s Kerosene, originally by The Interrupters, covered by Jake Clayton. 

Outro music is By My Side, also by The Interrupters. 

One of the biggest songs of the 90s has a surprising origin with some very surprising originators. But we all know where this episode ends up. Torn, originally by Ednaswap, covered by Natalie Imbruglia. 

Outro music is Can’t Take My Eyes Off Of You (I Love You Baby) by Lauryn Hill, who was in the same grammy race we discuss in the show. It was a heck of a year, no doubt. 

We celebrate our 400th episode with a song we love. It’s a standout for the original band in a number of fascinating ways, and has a cover that turns everything on its head to brilliant effect. Strange Currencies, originally by R.E.M., covered by Louisa Stancioff. 

Rich got the name wrong during the episode, but the outro music is Rumble by Link Wray. He was probably overcome by the reverb. 

We hope this is the end of our run of tribute episodes as we remember a remarkable talent and exceptional musician. An exceptional ability for satire, an absurd but resolute sense of humor, and a mirthful approach to life which he imposed on the world around him. Poisoning Pigeons In The Park, originally by Tom Lehrer, covered by Roberta Alexander with David Triestram. 

Outro music is The Masochism Tango, also by Tom Lehrer. Because he was generous enough to release all of his music into the public domain, we've included the entire song as the outro. It's a great one, and we think you should listen to the whole thing.