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Amanda and Rich talk about cover songs. How do they relate to the originals? What's the definitive version of the song? The better version? What makes them interesting musically? Is it a karaoke versi... more
FAQs about The CoverUp:How many episodes does The CoverUp have?The podcast currently has 519 episodes available.
October 27, 2025409 - (41) People Get Ready - The CoverUpAnother archive episode revisited, with a classic song that's been covered countless times, and it just so happens that three of them are brilliant in their own way. People Get Ready, originally by The Impressions, covered by Jeff Beck and Rod Stewart, and by Alicia Keys. Outro music (newly added) is It's All Right, also by The Impressions. ...more19minPlay
October 20, 2025408 - (20) 911 Is A Joke - The CoverUpWe 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....more16minPlay
October 13, 2025407 - 32 I Feel Pretty - TheCoverUpWe 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. ...more17minPlay
October 06, 2025406 - (42) My Humps - The CoverUpWe 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. ...more17minPlay
September 29, 2025405 - Wish You Were Here - The CoverUpA 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. ...more24minPlay
September 22, 2025404 - Lay Lady Lay - The CoverUpA 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. ...more21minPlay
September 15, 2025403 - Big Bottom - The CoverUpThe 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. ...more25minPlay
September 08, 2025402 - She's Kerosene - The CoverUpWe 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. ...more17minPlay
September 01, 2025401 - Torn - The CoverUpOne 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. ...more19minPlay
August 25, 2025400 - Strange Currencies - The CoverUpWe 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. ...more21minPlay
FAQs about The CoverUp:How many episodes does The CoverUp have?The podcast currently has 519 episodes available.