When I hear Music...

So last time I got around to blogging I mentioned I'd be putting up some old school Debbie Deb stuff.

Raised never having a formal singing lesson, Debbie Deb's two releases for Jam Packed Records in the 80's become instant classics on cross over radio.

The two tunes 'When I hear Music' and 'Lookout Weekend' are still remembered today for their freestylin 'talking/ singing' approach to the lyrics and both tracks took only a matter of hours to record.

Sadly she was never paid any of the royalties she was owned and later sued for reimbursement. Whilst the experience soured her passion for the industry, to this day the tunes still rock.

Download Debbie Deb's 'Lookout Weekend' here.

I need you, I need you...

The "cover song" is the new black it seems. It's always been a popular avenue for bands wishing to unleash their creativity (be it for good or bad) onto songs they've loved and lost it to.

There's the Klaxon's putting their own slightly perculiar take on JT's My Love as well as the cult 90's dance tune 'Not Over Yet' by Grace, the Arctic Monkey's version of Girls Alouds' Love Machine, plus numberous other covers by bands over the years that are doing the rounds.

It's not rocket science; take one classic tune, add a little bit of making it your own and try not to slaughter it in the process. (Hear that Klaxon's? Try not to slaughter 'My Love' in the process).
Anyhow, the first tune of this (I'll admit it, it's a somewhat dubious) classic by Stacey Q, comes courteousy of singer/ songwriter Brad Walsh. He's also a photographer-come-singer-come-writer-come-blogger-come-actuallyrathertalentedude.

The second is from the now (defunct?) Sydney group Rizzo & Pizzo. They were outlandish, outgoing, and daring. A bit like watching road kill unravel before your eyes, mesmerising, full of wonder & aghast all at the same time. (These are good things).

Download Brad Walsh's take on Stacey Q's 'Two of Hearts' here.
Download Rizzo & Pizzo's (R.I.P) version Stacey Q's 'Two of Hearts' here.

There was actually another 3 version kicking around the curbside, but I can't seem to find it in my hardrive right now. I'm lazy, so if I find it soon, it's all yours.

By the way - Stacey Q's rocking out Debbie Deb in her top Myspace friends. If you're not already with the program, you should step to it fast, cos there's some sweet as icy pole Debbie Deb tracks coming soon to a blog near you.