Sep 16, 2024

A song that defines a band for casual listeners while giving the real fans a breather, and a cover that almost nails it. Friday I’m In Love, originally by The Cure, covered by David Gray. 

Outro music is Shiny Happy People by R.E.M.

Sep 9, 2024

A great issue song even if the issue gets misplaced sometimes, and the real dance rock pedigree. Beds are Burning, originally by Midnight Oil, covered by Novaspace and by Murray Head. 

Outro music is One Night In Bangkok from Chess, by Murray Head. 

Sep 2, 2024

A breakthrough song that took a while to break through and probably still deserves a little side eye in spite of its importance — and covers that reveal entirely different perspectives. Roxanne, originally by The Police, Covered by George Michael, and by Lacey Sturm. 

Outro music is Wasted on You by...