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Tears For Fears Celebrate 40 Years Of ‘Songs From The Big Chair’ With Massive Anniversary Reissue

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Tears For Fears Celebrate 40 Years Of ‘Songs From The Big Chair’ With Massive Anniversary Reissue

Forty years after its original release, Tears For Fears’ landmark 1985 album Songs From The Big Chair returns on November 14 with a stunning collection of reissues celebrating one of the most influential pop records of the 1980s. Released via UMe, the 40th Anniversary Editions span multiple formats — including 2LP Transparent Red Vinyl, a 3CD Deluxe Edition, Coke Bottle Clear Vinyl, and a 1LP Picture Disc.

Originally released on February 25, 1985, Songs From The Big Chair topped the U.S. charts, went quintuple-platinum, and yielded five era-defining singles: “Mothers Talk,” “Shout,” “Everybody Wants To Rule The World,” “Head Over Heels,” and “I Believe.” The album continues to influence generations of artists and remains a cornerstone of pop history.

“Everybody Wants To Rule The World” alone has become a pop culture staple, covered by Lorde for The Hunger Games: Catching Fire and featured across films and soundtracks from Guardians of the Galaxy to The Lego Batman Movie. With fresh remasters and long-unheard mixes, the 40th Anniversary Editions reaffirm why this record remains so timeless.

2LP Transparent Red Vinyl (Limited Edition with Unused Artwork)

Side One

  1. Shout – 6:32
  2. The Working Hour – 6:31
  3. Everybody Wants To Rule The World – 4:11
  4. Mothers Talk – 5:06

Side Two
5. I Believe – 4:55
6. Broken – 2:38
7. Head Over Heels – 5:02
8. Listen – 6:53

Side Three

  1. Shout (Alternative Mix) – 5:08 (First time on vinyl)
  2. The Working Hour (Piano Version) – 2:08 (First time on vinyl)
  3. Everybody Wants To Rule The World (Alternative Single Version) – 4:21 (First time on vinyl)
  4. Mothers Talk (Early Mix) – 4:39 (First time on vinyl)

Side Four
5. I Believe (A Soulful Re-Recording) – 4:42
6. Broken (Demo) – 5:39 (First time on vinyl)
7. Head Over Heels (Hughes 7″ Edit) – 4:16
8. Listen (Clean Intro) – (First time on vinyl)

3CD Deluxe Edition

Disc One: Original Album & B-Sides

  1. Shout – 6:32
  2. The Working Hour – 6:31
  3. Everybody Wants To Rule The World – 4:11
  4. Mothers Talk – 5:06
  5. I Believe – 4:55
  6. Broken – 2:38
  7. Head Over Heels – 5:02
  8. Listen – 6:53
  9. The Big Chair – 3:21 (B-side to “Shout”)
  10. Empire Building – 2:52 (B-side to “Mothers Talk”)
  11. The Marauders – 4:15 (B-side to “The Way You Are”)
  12. Broken Revisited – 5:16 (Bonus track)
  13. The Conflict – 4:04 (B-side to “Change”)
  14. The Working Hour (Piano Version) – 2:08
  15. Pharaohs – 3:41 (B-side to “Everybody Wants To Rule The World”)
  16. When In Love With A Blind Man – 2:23 (B-side to “Head Over Heels”)
  17. Sea Song – 3:53 (B-side to “I Believe (A Soulful Re-Recording)”)

Disc Two: Edited Songs From The Big Chair

  1. The Way You Are – 4:55
  2. Mothers Talk (Short Version) – 3:54
  3. Shout (Alternative Version) – 6:00
  4. Everybody Wants To Rule The World (Single Version) – 4:12
  5. Head Over Heels (Dave Bascombe 7″ N.Mix)
  6. I Believe (A Soulful Re-Recording) – 4:42
  7. Everybody Wants To Run The World – 4:34
  8. The Way You Are (Edit) – 4:21
  9. Mothers Talk (U.S. Remix) – 4:14
  10. Shout (U.S. Single Edit) – 4:06
  11. Everybody Wants To Run The World (Running Version) – 4:33
  12. Head Over Heels (Hughes 7″ Edit)
  13. Mothers Talk (Video Version) – 4:47
  14. Shout (7″ Edit) – 4:47
  15. Listen (Clean Intro) – 6:52
  16. Interview With Curt & Roland – 7:36

Disc Three: Remixed Songs From The Big Chair

  1. The Way You Are (Extended) – 7:41
  2. Mothers Talk (Long Version) – 6:17
  3. Shout (UK Version / Extended Version) – 7:42
  4. Everybody Wants To Rule The World (Extended Version) – 5:40
  5. Broken / Head Over Heels / Broken (Preacher Mix) – 8:01
  6. Mothers Talk (Beat Of The Drum Mix) – 8:56
  7. Shout (Extended) – 8:00
  8. Everybody Wants To Rule The World (Urban Mix) – 6:01
  9. Mothers Talk (Alternate U.S. Remix) – 4:12
  10. Shout (U.S. Dub Version) – 6:48
  11. Everybody Wants To Rule The World (Instrumental) – 4:23
  12. Shout (Acapella)

1LP Coke Bottle Clear Vinyl

Side One

  1. Shout – 6:32
  2. The Working Hour – 6:31
  3. Everybody Wants To Rule The World – 4:11
  4. Mothers Talk – 5:06

Side Two
5. I Believe – 4:55
6. Broken – 2:38
7. Head Over Heels – 5:02
8. Listen – 6:53

1LP Picture Disc

Side One

  1. Shout – 6:32
  2. The Working Hour – 6:31
  3. Everybody Wants To Rule The World – 4:11
  4. Mothers Talk – 5:06

Side Two
5. I Believe – 4:55
6. Broken – 2:38
7. Head Over Heels – 5:02
8. Listen – 6:53

Masked Country Maverick Orville Peck Returns With Soaring Single “Drift Away” And New EP ‘Appaloosa’

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Masked Country Maverick Orville Peck Returns With Soaring Single “Drift Away” And New EP ‘Appaloosa’

Country’s masked trailblazer Orville Peck gallops into a new era with his cinematic single “Drift Away” and announces his upcoming Appaloosa EP, arriving November 14 on Warner Records. Blending sky-scraping vocals, lonesome guitar, and a sense of desert romance, “Drift Away” captures the spirit of restless youth, healing, and release. “It’s not about gettin’ out, it’s about lettin’ go,” Peck sings — a line that feels like the thesis of this next chapter.

The single’s arrival sets the tone for what promises to be a monumental season. On November 14–16, Peck will host his 7th Annual Rodeo in Pioneertown, California, at the legendary Pappy & Harriet’s. The three-day festival will feature performances from Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats, Joy Oladokun, Hurray for the Riff Raff, Allison Russell, and more, with Peck headlining each night — including a special Saturday set on November 15. Fans can expect drag brunches, late-night afterparties, and plenty of cowboy magic under desert skies.

Beyond the stage, Peck’s star power continues to cross boundaries. He recently wrapped filming for the 2026 Street Fighter movie, where he portrays the enigmatic Vega, and this summer marked his Broadway debut as the Emcee in Cabaret. Critics raved: VOGUE praised his “command of the line between desire and menace,” NPR called his performance “beautiful and full of longing,” and PLAYBILL hailed his persona as “powerful and unforgettable.”

“Drift Away” marks a return to solo songwriting for Peck, following collaborations with Noah Cyrus on “Love Is a Canyon” and Kesha on “Tennessee,” featuring Hudson Mohawke and Tayla Parx. Those songs join the legacy of his duets project Stampede, which paired him with icons like Kylie Minogue, Beck, Diplo, and Willie Nelson for a reimagined “Cowboys Are Frequently Secretly Fond of Each Other.” Ever the shapeshifter, Peck’s blend of outlaw country, indie rock, and queer Americana keeps redefining what modern country can sound like.

Saddle up — Appaloosa arrives November 14, promising to expand Peck’s mythos with songs that drift, ache, and burn with cinematic fire.

Track Listing – Appaloosa EP

  1. Dreaded Sundown
  2. Drift Away
  3. Atchafalaya (ft. Noah Cyrus)
  4. Maybe This Time
  5. Oh My Days
  6. My Side Of The Mountain
  7. It’s The End Of The World

Tour Dates
Nov 14 – Pioneertown, CA @ Orville Peck’s 7th Annual Rodeo [covers set]
Nov 15 – Pioneertown, CA @ Orville Peck’s 7th Annual Rodeo [headlining set]
Nov 16 – Pioneertown, CA @ Orville Peck’s 7th Annual Rodeo [acoustic set]

Herbert Von Karajan’s Timeless Recordings With The Berliner Philharmoniker Return Exclusively To Apple Music

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Herbert Von Karajan’s Timeless Recordings With The Berliner Philharmoniker Return Exclusively To Apple Music

The legacy of Herbert von Karajan, one of the most influential conductors of the 20th century, shines brighter than ever as Warner Classics and Apple Music Classical announce the exclusive digital release of ten of his landmark recordings with the Berliner Philharmoniker. Available starting October 31, these albums return to streaming for the first time in years and will remain exclusive to Apple Music for four weeks.

Recorded between 1971 and 1981 for EMI, the ten albums capture Karajan’s famed partnership with the Berliner Philharmoniker at its creative zenith. From Mozart to Beethoven, Dvořák, Wagner, Sibelius, Strauss, and more, these performances define the legendary “Karajan sound” — lush, brassy, and meticulously balanced. The recordings have been fully remastered at Abbey Road Studios, available in pristine lossless quality up to 96/24.

“We are proud that Apple Music Classical will lead the digital renaissance of these recordings,” says Anjali Malhotra, Global Director of Apple Music Classical. “Though these recordings were made some 50 years ago, they remain as fresh and immediate as ever.” Alain Lanceron, President of Warner Classics and Erato, adds, “Karajan would have been gratified by this strong presence for his recordings on digital platforms.”

Originally recorded in the golden age of analogue, these albums document an era when Karajan and the Berliner Philharmoniker redefined symphonic performance. Their precision, beauty, and emotion continue to inspire listeners and musicians alike. A second wave of Karajan’s recordings is expected later this year, expanding the maestro’s digital archive.

Track Listing (10 Albums):

  1. Sibelius: Finlandia, En Saga, Tapiola, The Swan of Tuonela & Karelia Suite
  2. Beethoven: The Five Piano Concertos (feat. Alexis Weissenberg)
  3. Karajan in Paris: Bizet, Chabrier, Gounod & Berlioz
  4. Mozart: Clarinet Concerto, Bassoon Concerto & Oboe Concerto
  5. Mozart: Concerto for Flute and Harp, Flute Concerto No. 1 & Sinfonia Concertante for Winds
  6. Karajan Conducts Johann Strauss: The Blue Danube, Emperor Waltz, Die Fledermaus Overture
  7. Karajan Conducts Wagner, Vol. 1: Tannhäuser, Lohengrin, Tristan und Isolde
  8. Mozart: Symphonies Nos. 40 & 41 “Jupiter”
  9. Dvořák: Symphony No. 9 “From the New World”, Smetana: Vltava
  10. Ravel: Boléro – Debussy: La Mer & Prélude à l’après-midi d’un faune

The Spikes Illuminate Beauty In Darkness With Debut LP ‘First Light’

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The Spikes Illuminate Beauty In Darkness With Debut LP ‘First Light’

Emerging artist The Spikes (the moniker of Rome-born singer-songwriter, poet, and painter Iago Haussman) releases his hauntingly introspective new LP First Light, a project that finds beauty in shadow and light in vulnerability. Out now, the eight-track collection explores the emotional intersections of love, loss, and longing, with the focus track “Garden Song” serving as its glowing centerpiece.

Unlike most who grow toward the sun, The Spikes’ music takes root in the dark — tender, cinematic, and deeply human. “This is an album of ethereal beauty,” Iago says. “It is cinematic. It is an emotional and personal journey. Musically, it is more stripped back and quieter than my previous material, but it is also a lot more complex. More layered and atmospheric.”

“Garden Song,” accompanied by a stunning video directed by Michael Haussman (Madonna, Kanye West, Justin Timberlake), captures the rare safety found in another’s embrace. “At the time I wrote it, these feelings of love were very strong,” Iago explains. “No matter what happens out there in the real world, there is always safety in each other’s arms. Or each other’s garden.” The video expands this intimacy into something universal, portraying love that transcends age, class, and identity through a cast of real people from a Roman neighborhood café.

Beyond its focus track, First Light unfolds like a series of emotional postcards. “Dancing (In the Palm of My Hand)” channels The Great Gatsby’s yearning spirit, while “Sapling Tree” reflects on travel and solitude, written using William Burroughs’ and David Bowie’s famed cut-up technique. Songs like “Electric Cannibal” and “By the Moors” reveal a sharp edge beneath the tenderness — exploring chaos, creation, and the uneasy beauty of being alive.

“This album isn’t about resolution,” Iago notes. “It’s about resonance. I want listeners to feel the emotion and interpret it into their own life, their own feelings of love and loneliness.” First Light invites listeners into a space where silence breathes, tension hums, and beauty blooms in the dark — a debut that lingers like a memory just out of reach.

Track Listing (Focus Track: “Garden Song”)

  1. Sapling Tree
  2. Garden Song
  3. Set Me Free
  4. Jungle Boy
  5. By the Moors
  6. Dancing (In the Palm of My Hand)
  7. Electric Cannibal
  8. My Fair Love

Dark-Pop And Art-Rock Artist Scarlet Nicole Unleashes Venom-Kissed Single “Poison” On Halloween

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Dark-Pop And Art-Rock Artist Scarlet Nicole Unleashes Venom-Kissed Single “Poison” On Halloween

Florida-born, Los Angeles-based dark-pop and art-rock artist Scarlet Nicole marks Halloween with “Poison,” a hypnotic new single that turns betrayal into power. Produced by Derek Coburn (Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Chelsea Wolfe, The Armed), the track swirls strings, distortion, and pulse-quickening percussion into a cinematic storm where confession meets incantation.

“I seek out revenge in the form of songwriting,” Scarlet shares. “This song came from a real place–a moment of deep betrayal that forced me to transmute pain into power. The video plays with the duality of hunter and prey, the serpent and the sheep, and ultimately, reclaiming your strength in the face of deceit.”

Directed by Evers, the “Poison” video plunges into a fever-dream ritual of decay and renewal. “Creating the visuals for ‘Poison’ was all about exploring Nicole’s call to power through her darker side,” says Evers. “It’s about how the parts of ourselves once seen as weakness can become our greatest strength.”

Where her debut “CRY BABY CRY” traced rebirth’s fragile tenderness, “Poison” is its darker twin – fierce, self-possessed, and unflinching. Tarot, mythology, and mysticism ripple through the lyrics, as Scarlet embodies her mantra: “I’ll turn your poison into medicine.” It is less a single than a spell, channeling influences from Mazzy Star to Massive Attack while carving a world entirely her own.

At 23, Scarlet Nicole has already lived multiple lifetimes of art and transformation, from a viral “Great Gig in the Sky” cover reposted by Pink Floyd to a fast-rising presence in the art-rock and dark-pop space. “Poison” is a hymn for the wounded, the wild, and the reborn – and a clear signal that Scarlet’s power is only growing.

Roger Eno Unveils Hauntingly Beautiful New Album ‘Without Wind / Without Air’

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Roger Eno Unveils Hauntingly Beautiful New Album ‘Without Wind / Without Air’

British composer and pianist Roger Eno returns with Without Wind / Without Air, his most personal and emotionally revealing work to date. Released today via Deutsche Grammophon, the album combines solo piano meditations with richly orchestrated arrangements for clarinet, strings, synths, percussion, and electronics, creating a sound world that’s both intimate and cosmic. “It’s the most honest album I’ve ever made,” says Eno.

On Without Wind / Without Air, Eno continues his exploration of stillness and fragility — themes that have long defined his music — but adds a new layer of introspection and environmental reflection. The title, borrowed from Italian songwriter Pier Luigi Andreoni, took on deeper meaning for Eno as he contemplated the planet’s vulnerability. “It became a warning,” he explains, “a vision of a terribly bleak future — if any future at all.”

The record features a stunning ensemble of collaborators: Grace Davidson’s crystalline soprano, Cecily and Lotti Eno’s tender harmonies, and Eno’s own rare vocal performance on “The Moon and the Sea.” The Scoring Berlin strings, conducted by Jonathan Stockhammer, elevate three pieces with cinematic depth, while producer Christian Badzura contributes both performance and co-writing on the opening “Forgiveness” and closing “After Rain.”

Tracks like “Spell” and “The Final Year of Blossom” reveal Eno’s mastery of space and silence — his piano melodies suspended like breath between moments of tension and release. The title track, with its stormy dissonances and piercing clarinet lines, captures the album’s central theme: the fragility of life and the inevitability of change. A limited-edition vinyl pressing includes an artcard featuring Eno’s abstract mayfly painting — a symbol, he notes, “of how transient our lives are.”

“I thought I had to do something different for this album,” Eno reflects. “The world has changed in a way that I really don’t like, and I felt it would be disingenuous not to include that. I’m reluctant to show myself in my work, but this album takes the veil off.”

Track Listing:

  1. Forgiveness
  2. Spell
  3. There Was a Ship (feat. Cecily Eno)
  4. The Moon and the Sea
  5. The Final Year of Blossom
  6. Without Wind / Without Air
  7. Mayfly
  8. Before the Fall
  9. Under Glass
  10. After Rain

Oscar-Winning Composer Hildur Guðnadóttir Unveils Intimate New Album ‘Where to From’

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Oscar-Winning Composer Hildur Guðnadóttir Unveils Intimate New Album ‘Where to From’

Icelandic composer, cellist, and Oscar winner Hildur Guðnadóttir returns with her long-awaited new studio album Where to From, out now via Deutsche Grammophon. Marking her first solo release in a decade, the nine-track collection is an exploration of friendship, creativity, and the mysterious ways music emerges — quietly, instinctively, and without warning.

Best known for her Academy Award- and Grammy-winning scores for Joker and Chernobyl, Guðnadóttir turns inward on Where to From, creating music that’s both deeply personal and universally resonant. The project began as a series of voice memos — spontaneous melodies recorded on her phone over several years — which she later developed into finished compositions. “After working on so many film soundtracks, it was interesting to take a completely different look at the way music comes to me,” she explains. “It’s the music that wakes me up at night or flies into my head as I’m driving, walking, or cycling. It always arrives unannounced.”

Guðnadóttir performs on cello and vocals throughout the album, joined by a close circle of collaborators and friends: Liam Byrne (viola da gamba), Clare O’Connell (cello), Eyvind Kang (viola), and vocalists Jessika Kenney and Elsa Torp. The project was recorded, mixed, and mastered by Francesco Donadello, with visual direction and cover artwork by artist and choreographer Gisèle Vienne. The album booklet includes an in-depth conversation between Guðnadóttir and film director Todd Field (TÁR), further emphasizing the album’s spirit of dialogue and shared creativity.

“The friendships that form when you work in collaboration are such a privilege,” Hildur says. “There’s a special bond and a telepathy that connects you with others the more you perform with them.” This sense of kinship extends to her listeners. She describes Where to From as “a creative dialogue with the people who will listen to this music in the future,” hoping it may inspire others to create — as her own music once inspired filmmakers and even a biologist who told her it sparked a breakthrough in his research.

Tour Dates:
Hildur Guðnadóttir and her ensemble will perform Where to From live throughout the 2025–26 season:

  • Nov 1–2, 2025 – Volksbühne, Berlin
  • Mar 21, 2026 – Barbican Centre, London
  • Apr 26, 2026 – Vienna Konzerthaus
  • Jun 6, 2026 – Harpa, Reykjavík (as Artist in Residence at the 2026 Reykjavík Arts Festival)
  • Late June 2026 – Muziekgebouw, Amsterdam (Holland Festival)

Track Listing:

  1. Make Space
  2. Flow State
  3. Through Light
  4. Where to From
  5. Stillness
  6. Threads
  7. Echo’s Return
  8. Time Passes Quietly
  9. The Distance Between

Global Pop Visionary MIKA Launches New Era With Anthemic Single ‘Modern Times’

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Global Pop Visionary MIKA Launches New Era With Anthemic Single ‘Modern Times’

Multi-platinum, BRIT Award-winning, and GRAMMY-nominated pop powerhouse MIKA returns with his triumphant new single “Modern Times,” out now via Republic Records. The release marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter for the global icon, who has teased that a full-length album is on the horizon. The single arrives alongside a cinematic music video filmed in Vienna and directed by Rupert Höller (Foster the People).

“Modern Times” opens with five intertwining piano parts — “like the turning cogs of a mechanical machine that beats the rhythm of a heartbeat” — before building into a soaring anthem that captures both the chaos and beauty of life in motion. Co-produced by MIKA and Nick Littlemore (Empire of the Sun), with additional production by Peter Mayes (PNAU), the song is entirely written by MIKA and embodies his signature blend of theatricality, honesty, and melodic power.

“The song for me is like a treadmill, and that treadmill is life, life in all its good and all its bad,” MIKA shares. “As time goes on and life gets more confusing and sometimes overwhelming, we look further than the world around us, into the world of mythology, desire and dreams. ‘Modern Times’ is a cathedral-like cry, for faith and spirit, resisting the grind and weight of life and the passing of time.”

The track follows a creative streak that’s seen MIKA expand far beyond music. From hosting Italy’s David Di Donatello Awards and mentoring on La Voz Spain, La Voix France, X Factor Italy, and the UK’s The Piano, to receiving the Nordoff & Robbins Global Impact Award earlier this year, he continues to prove himself a dynamic force across art and culture.

With over 20 million albums sold worldwide, platinum and gold certifications in 32 countries, and performances at Coachella and the Eurovision Finale, MIKA’s impact on modern pop remains undeniable. As “Modern Times” ushers in a new era, it’s clear that MIKA’s kaleidoscopic world — full of color, hope, and heart — is still expanding.

Synth-Pop Duo Flight To London Announce 80s-Inspired Debut Album ‘Instructions For Losing Control’

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Synth-Pop Duo Flight To London Announce 80s-Inspired Debut Album ‘Instructions For Losing Control’

Electrifying synths, emotional storytelling, and pure 80s heart — Flight To London are ready to take off with their debut album Instructions For Losing Control, out November 21. The duo — Jimmy McGorman (Goo Goo Dolls, New Radicals, Weezer) and Robb Vallier (Dave Stewart, Sabrina Carpenter, Gin Blossoms) — channel their love of 80s icons like Tears For Fears, Phil Collins, and Depeche Mode into a dazzling collection that’s nostalgic yet forward-looking.

Instructions For Losing Control captures the sound of two lifelong collaborators stepping into their own spotlight. “After years of writing and producing for other artists, we’re finally pouring our hearts into our own long-awaited dream: our debut album,” the duo said. “Every track is a raw snapshot of the past twelve months, capturing who we are as musicians, friends, and people navigating this complex world together.”

The album’s lead single “No One’s Forgiven”, released September 19, introduced their cinematic, politically charged sound, described as Genesis meets The Hurting-era Tears For Fears. Its follow-up, “Walls” (October 24), features powerhouse vocalist Charlean Carmon and an all-star lineup including Rami Jaffe of Foo Fighters, Jon Button of The Who, Eric Fawcett of N.E.R.D., and Jack Karlson’s Democracy Manifest, layering the track with vintage textures and modern punch.

With production that merges analog warmth and digital clarity, Instructions For Losing Control explores the tension between nostalgia and modernity — from the anxiety of digital overload to the longing for emotional connection. The cover art, designed by Robert Pollard of Guided By Voices, ties the project together with a surreal, collage-style aesthetic that nods to the era’s visual experimentation.

Blending shimmering synths, heartfelt lyricism, and an unmistakable sense of adventure, Flight To London deliver a debut that sounds like the past reimagined for the future — a “flash-forward wearing parachute pants.”

Track Listing:

  1. No One’s Forgiven
  2. Walls (feat. Charlean Carmon)
  3. Parachute Love
  4. Machines Don’t Dream
  5. Control
  6. The Distance
  7. Fade to Blue
  8. Ghost Frequencies
  9. Late Night Cinema
  10. Modern Love Affair

Country Icons Little Big Town Revive Beloved Series With New Covers EP ‘Scattered, Smothered and Covered’

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Country Icons Little Big Town Revive Beloved Series With New Covers EP ‘Scattered, Smothered and Covered’

Country music’s harmony powerhouse Little Big Town has come full circle with the release of Scattered, Smothered and Covered, their brand-new covers EP available now via MCA Nashville. The project celebrates great songs across eras and genres while reviving their fan-favorite Scattered, Smothered and Covered video series — a viral sensation that first introduced fans to the group’s unmatched flair for reimagining classics over a decade ago.

A 32-time CMA Award nominee and three-time GRAMMY Award-winning group, Little Big Town — Karen Fairchild, Kimberly Schlapman, Phillip Sweet, and Jimi Westbrook — infuse every track with their signature vocal chemistry and heartfelt storytelling. The six-song collection brings new life to familiar favorites, showcasing the group’s versatility and love for timeless songwriting.

The EP kicks off with a soaring take on “Wonderwall” by Oasis before drifting into a lush, harmony-rich rendition of “Rocket Man” by Elton John. Their live version of “Wichita Lineman,” featuring the song’s legendary writer Jimmy Webb, adds extra emotional resonance, while “Take Me Home” featuring Sugarland gives Phil Collins’ classic an Americana spin. The band’s soulful approach to “Hello, It’s Me” by Todd Rundgren and their powerful live performance of “Life in a Northern Town” featuring Sugarland and Jake Owen wrap the project in warmth and nostalgia.

“From the first time we covered these songs to now, they’ve become part of our musical DNA,” the band shared. “Each one reminds us why we fell in love with harmony, melody, and great storytelling in the first place.” The result is a heartfelt tribute to the art of songwriting — a record that bridges generations while reaffirming Little Big Town’s place among country music’s most enduring voices.

Track Listing:

  1. Wonderwall (originally by Oasis)
  2. Rocket Man (originally by Elton John)
  3. Wichita Lineman – Live featuring Jimmy Webb (originally by Glen Campbell)
  4. Take Me Home featuring Sugarland (originally by Phil Collins)
  5. Hello, It’s Me (originally by Todd Rundgren)
  6. Life in a Northern Town – Live featuring Sugarland and Jake Owen (originally by The Dream Academy)
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