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NBA 2K27 Unveils Major Gameplay Upgrades, New Modes, and Star-Studded Covers
technology6 days ago

NBA 2K27 Unveils Major Gameplay Upgrades, New Modes, and Star-Studded Covers

NBA 2K27's global reveal showcased major updates across Gameplay, MyCareer, The City, and MyPlayer Builder, including new eras, a co-ed City, updated Rec options, and badge token systems, plus multiple cover athletes (Victor Wembanyama for Standard, Caitlin Clark for Deluxe, Derrick Rose for Ultra) with release dates set for Sept. 4 worldwide and early access starting Aug. 28 for Deluxe and Ultra editions on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2, and PC (Steam).

via Bleacher Report|
#basketball#covers#gameplay
Bruce Springsteen’s 13 Dylan Covers: A Half-Century of Live Homage
music2 months ago

Bruce Springsteen’s 13 Dylan Covers: A Half-Century of Live Homage

Rolling Stone catalogs Bruce Springsteen’s long-running Dylan tribute, detailing 13 Dylan songs Springsteen has performed in concert from the early 1970s to 2026. The piece traces highlights like It Takes a Lot to Laugh, It Takes a Train to Cry; Chimes of Freedom; a 2003 Shea Stadium moment where Dylan joined Springsteen for Highway 61 Revisited; rare takes on songs such as Knockin’ on Heaven’s Door and Like a Rolling Stone, plus 2008’s Mr. Tambourine Man and a 2026 closing performance of I Shall Be Released. It also notes Dylan’s own onstage Dancing in the Dark in 1990 as a counterpoint to this ongoing cross-Generational exchange between two iconic songwriters.

via Rolling Stone|
#bob-dylan#bruce-springsteen#covers
Spotify and UMG Debut AI-Powered Licensing for Fan Covers and Remixes
business3 months ago

Spotify and UMG Debut AI-Powered Licensing for Fan Covers and Remixes

Spotify and Universal Music Group announce licensing agreements to launch a paid AI-powered tool that lets fans create licensed covers and remixes of participating songs, with direct revenue sharing for artists and songwriters. The tool emphasizes consent, credit, and compensation, and will roll out as a Premium add-on to expand creator opportunities and drive discovery.

via Spotify|
#ai#business#covers
A Fresh Week of Diverse Sounds: Barwick/Lattimore, Rocky, and More
music7 months ago

A Fresh Week of Diverse Sounds: Barwick/Lattimore, Rocky, and More

Pitchfork’s New Music Friday highlights seven notable releases this week: Julianna Barwick & Mary Lattimore’s ethereal Tragic Magic; A$AP Rocky’s Don’t Be Dumb with a Tim Burton‑themed visual universe; Peaer’s Doppelgänger, their return after seven years; evilgiane’s Giane 2; Xiu Xiu: Xiu Mutha Fuckin’ Xiu: Vol. 1, a covers-heavy introduction to the band; Sleaford Mods’ The Demise Of Planet X; and Courtney Marie Andrews’ Valentine. A correction note clarifies that Hijack is not on Rocky’s album.

via Pitchfork|
#ambient#covers#hip-hop
"Beyoncé's Influence on Nashville's Country Stars"
music2 years ago

"Beyoncé's Influence on Nashville's Country Stars"

Over the past decade, mainstream country artists like Taylor Swift, Sam Hunt, and Kelsea Ballerini have incorporated Beyoncé covers into their concerts, sparking discussions about the intersection of genres and racial politics in country music. Beyoncé's songs have been widely adapted to country arrangements, reflecting the fluidity of genre boundaries, while also raising questions about the industry's treatment of Black sounds and styles. The country music community's embrace of Beyoncé's music in a country context has highlighted the complexities of race and musical segregation within the genre.

via Rolling Stone|
#beyonce#country-music#covers
Bob Dylan's City-Specific Covers: Unveiling the Musical Tapestry
music2 years ago

Bob Dylan's City-Specific Covers: Unveiling the Musical Tapestry

Bob Dylan, known for his unconventional live performances, has surprised and charmed fans on his current Rough and Rowdy Ways World Wide Tour by incorporating geographically appropriate covers into his sets. Starting with "Kansas City" in Kansas City, Dylan has continued to open shows with songs like "Johnny B. Goode" in St. Louis and "Born in Chicago" in Chicago. This departure from his usual stoic stage presence has delighted fans and is seen as a crowd-pleasing move by the legendary singer-songwriter.

via The New York Times|
#bob-dylan#covers#crowd-pleasers
"Reviving the Classics: '80s Songs Making a Comeback"
music3 years ago

"Reviving the Classics: '80s Songs Making a Comeback"

Songs from the 80s are experiencing a revival, with artists like Luke Combs and the "Barbie" movie covering classic hits. NPR Music suggests more songs that deserve a comeback, including Terence Trent D'Arby's "If You Let Me Stay," The Dream Academy's "Life In A Northern Town," Janet Jackson's "Nasty," and Sinead O'Connor's "Mandinka." They propose contemporary artists like The Weeknd, Boygenius, Lizzo, and others to cover these songs and bring them back into the spotlight.

via NPR|
#80s-revival#classic-songs#covers
"Female Artists Pay Tribute to Bob Dylan with Covers"
music3 years ago

"Female Artists Pay Tribute to Bob Dylan with Covers"

The Guardian asked six female artists to discuss Bob Dylan's work, highlighting the range of female characters in his music. Female artists such as Cher, Joan Baez, Marianne Faithfull, Nico, Bettye LaVette, Mavis Staples, Emmylou Harris, PJ Harvey, and Nina Simone have covered Dylan's songs, bringing their own interpretations and unique styles to his music. The playlist includes songs like "All I Really Want to Do," "Simple Twist of Fate," "It's All Over Now, Baby Blue," "I'll Keep It With Mine," "Ain't Talkin'," "Gotta Serve Somebody," "Visions of Johanna," "Every Grain of Sand," "Highway 61 Revisited," and "Just Like Tom Thumb's Blues."

via The New York Times|
#bob-dylan#covers#female-artists
"Prince's Legacy Lives On: Celebrating His Iconic Songs and Name Change"
music3 years ago

"Prince's Legacy Lives On: Celebrating His Iconic Songs and Name Change"

On what would have been Prince's 65th birthday, several musicians including Bruce Springsteen, Foo Fighters, David Gilmour, Chris Cornell, and Patti Smith paid tribute to the late musician by covering some of his most iconic songs. The covers included Springsteen's emotional rendition of "Purple Rain," Cornell's version of "Nothing Compares 2 U," and Foo Fighters' take on "Darling Nikki." David Gilmour also paid tribute by incorporating phrases from "Purple Rain" into his guitar solo on "Comfortably Numb."

via Yahoo Entertainment|
#covers#iconic-songs#music
Legendary musicians unite for unforgettable performances
music3 years ago

Legendary musicians unite for unforgettable performances

Willie Nelson, who recently celebrated his 90th birthday, has been elected as a member of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. From covering rock and pop classics to collaborating with non-country acts both live and on record, here are 10 of the mercurial master’s best rock-influenced performances, including covers of Beatles and Leonard Cohen songs, collaborations with Sinead O'Connor and B.B. King, and original songs like "Gravedigger" and "Dry Lightning."

via Rolling Stone|
#collaborations#covers#iconic-songs
Ranking the Top 10 Mario Series Songs.
gaming3 years ago

Ranking the Top 10 Mario Series Songs.

The Super Mario series is known for some of the best songs in the video game industry. From the iconic “Overworld Theme” to the grandiose “Gusty Garden Galaxy,” here are the 10 best Mario songs ever written by Koji Kondo and other talented composers in the industry, along with incredible covers from the VGM community.

via Destructoid|
#covers#gaming#koji-kondo