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A cover of Pixies "Gouge Away" by Brooklyn Band, Nation of Language -- Nation of Language vocalist Ian Devaney said: “When Aidan suggested ‘Gouge Away’ I was immediately struck by how badly I wanted to rework it in our style, and the whole song mapped itself out in my head right away. I didn’t let myself listen to the original from then until it was fully recorded so I might forget certain details about it, leaving only my impression of itsfoundational elements – the way the quiet, unsettling verses give way to the savage choruses, the way the big transitional guitar line overwhelms you every time it happens.” -- Show support to KEXP by donating at www.kexp.org

Bowie covering Pixies from 1988's 'Surfer Rosa.' The Pixies then played the song at a David Bowie tribute concert in 2016, as a Bowie cover. -- Show support to KEXP by donating at www.kexp.org

boygenius is Phoebe Bridgers, Julien Baker, and Lucy Dacus. Watch boygenius' Live on KEXP cover The Chicks' "Cowboy Take Me Away" here: www.youtube.com (Spoiler alert: It's so beautiful, you might cry.) -- Show support to KEXP by donating at www.kexp.org

"Sweet Jane" is a song by American rock band the Velvet Underground. The song was written by Lou Reed, who was often quoted as saying that the Cowboy Junkies' version was his favorite. Check out the Cowboy Junkies' official video: www.youtube.com -- Show support to your favorite radio station by donating to KEXP at www.kexp.org

Cover of the 1988 hit song from When in Rome that appears on Simpson's second album 'Metamodern Sounds in Country Music' -- Show support to KEXP by donating at www.kexp.org

For Stace in Palo Alto.. -- Devo played their cover of the Rolling Stones' "Satisfaction" for Mick Jagger before releasing it and described the experience to The New Yorker saying, “He was just looking down at the floor swirling his glass of red wine. He didn’t even have shoes on, just socks and some velour pants. He suddenly stood up and started dancing around on this Afghan rug in front of the fireplace." And that's how they knew he approved of their rendition. Read more here: bit.ly -- We, too, can't get no satisfaction without your support! Show support KEXP by donating at www.kexp.org

Rolling Stones cover, but re-titled as "Sympathy" on this live record from Jane's Addiction. -- Show support to KEXP by donating at www.kexp.org

The song isn't a pure cover, as it takes many musical liberties and alters the lyrics. But it's similar enough that Mick Jagger and Keith Richards, the writers of the original, are credited as the only composers on the Soup Dragons version. - bit.ly -- We're free to play what we want, because we don't answer to anybody but our listeners. If you're able, we're asking for your support today during our One Day Drive here: www.kexp.org

Watch the sister duo First Aid Kit performing this Simon and Garfunkel cover live at KEXP in 2012 right here: www.youtube.com -- Show support to KEXP by donating at www.kexp.org so we can keep bringing you these live sessions!

Damien Jurado guest stars on backing vocals for this cover of the Alanis Morissette classic. "This year marked the 25th anniversary of ‘Jagged Little Pill’ and I wanted to honor this incredible song and I hope I did it justice. Much love to Alanis!" -- Jessica Dobson tinyurl.com youtu.be -- We've got you covered with these great tunes - return the favor by showing support to KEXP. Donate here: www.kexp.org

Accompanying the 10th anniversary edition of Gaga's second album ‘Born This Way’, featuring new takes on the album’s tracks by artists who are representative of the LGBTQIA+ community. Peck said: “I am so honoured and excited to be a part of the iconic legacy of this song and album. Thank you @ladygaga for askin me and Happy Pride y’all !!” bit.ly -- Show support to KEXP by donating at www.kexp.org

Originally released in 1981, this song was written and first recorded by Ned Sublette. 25 years later, Willie Nelson released his own spin of the track. -- If you are frequently, secretly fond of KEXP, show your support by donating at www.kexp.org

Christine and the Queens covered George Michael's 1990 hit "Freedom" on their new EP, Joseph. -- You have the freedom to show support to KEXP by donating at www.kexp.org

Queen and George Michael pay tribute to Freddie Mercury. Check out George Michael rehearsing this song in 1992 while David Bowie and Seal watch: youtu.be --- Are you somebody who loves KEXP? Show your support now: www.kexp.org

Originally written by John Lennon and Paul McCartney, and sung by Ringo Starr, his lead vocal on Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band. The Beatles were so impressed by Joe Cocker's version, they sent him a telegram congratulating him and placed an ad in the newspaper praising the cover! -- KEXP could also use a little help from our friends! Show your support by donating today! www.kexp.org

"We Can Work It Out" is a song by the Beatles, written by Paul McCartney and John Lennon. It was released as a "double A-sided" single with "Day Tripper", the first time both sides of a single were so designated in an initial release. -- "The Greatest Beatles Cover Is Stevie Wonder’s “We Can Work It Out.” He may be the only musician to play a Beatles song better than the Beatles." Bold statement from Slate. Read the full article here: bit.ly -- Can we work it out with you? Show your support to KEXP by donating today at: www.kexp.org

Siouxsie and the Banshees cover this lesser-known Beatles track. “Quite a lot of people thought Dear Prudence was our original,” says Siouxsie. Read The story behind the song: Dear Prudence by Siouxsie And The Banshees: bit.ly -- Dear listeners, won't you donate today? Show your support to KEXP by donating at: www.kexp.org

CHVRCHES cover Gerard McMann's "Cry Little Sister" in the soundtrack for the newly released film 'Nightbooks.' Check out CHVRCHES full performance live on KEXP back in 2013 here: www.youtube.com -- KEXP needs thou support! Show your support to KEXP by donating at: www.kexp.org

Nine Inch Nails cover Joy Division in the soundtrack for the 1994 film 'The Crow.' -- Love KEXP? Show support by becoming an Amplifier and donating today: www.kexp.org

Hot 8 Brass Band add a bit of funk to this Joy Division song. Check out the music video here: youtu.be -- Show your love to KEXP with your donation today, and we'll keep bringing you great music: www.kexp.org

The Flaming Lips and Stardeath and White Dwarfs release their own spin on Madonna's 'Borderline'. "To paraphrase the title of a collection of early Flaming Lips material, maybe the Material Girl is finally taking acid?" pitchfork.com -- Something in the way you love KEXP just won't let you be... So show your support to KEXP by donating at www.kexp.org.

William Shatner's adaptation of this Pulp track, released in 2004 and produced by Ben Folds. -- KEXP wants to keep bringing all things music to the common people. Help us do so by supporting KEXP and donating here: www.kexp.org.

"He says I'm sorry but I'm out of KY jelly...Never mind sugar, we can catch the early movie..." This is a cover of Rod Stewart's 1978 song (with a few modifications). -- We've got you covered today! Return the favor by donating to KEXP here: www.kexp.org.