Baby, did you make it all right
Finally, the Hangin' Out on E Street video series gives me a favorite. After Gaslight Anthem, Pete Yorn and a host of others have produced basic and/or timid covers, new-to-me Serena Ryder makes Racing in the Street her own in just the right way. Across the top, the changes aren't too dramatic, but she tweaks phrasing throughout and the details add up to more. The end riff is also intriguing because it doesn't mimic the song's original solo piano play-out at all but works in the few seconds we hear it. Play that sucker out. Via Steve and Paul's Facebook feeds.
May 29th, 2009 at 10:16 AM
The video will not play for me. User-error or big shiny attempt to force productivity?
May 29th, 2009 at 11:46 AM
That's annoying, sorry. Looks like something on YouTube's end. Hopefully it'll be back and working soon.
May 29th, 2009 at 7:10 PM
Seems to be working again now… over on Fb, Desiree also recommends the Avett Brothers' Glory Days from the series. Those dudes look like they have fun. Rock and roll banjo is underrated.