Ongoing History Daily: Why do we call it a “cover song?”
When an artist performs or records a song written by another artist, we call that a “cover version.” But why do we call it that? Why “cover” song? The origin
Read MoreWhen an artist performs or records a song written by another artist, we call that a “cover version.” But why do we call it that? Why “cover” song? The origin
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Read MoreThere’s something fun and satisfying about learning to play one of your favourite songs for yourself: learning the lyrics, figuring out the chords, and deconstructing all the constituent parts. Then
Read MoreHey, it’s Friday. Maybe this will work around the summer campfire.
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Read MoreOf the billions of videos on YouTube, a shocking number involve people covering their favourite songs. Even now this causes consternation for publishers and record labels who consider these homages
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