If It's Too Loud...

I'm a little embarrassed to bring you all this one, but I just can't resist. But, if you're reading this after the headline you're apparently also onboard. Scott Klopfenstein of Littlest Man Band and Reel Big Fish has teamed with Bite Me Bambi's Tahlena Chikami for a cover of the immortal "Island in the Stream" by Dolly Parton and Kenny Rogers. What's truly shocking/charming about this cover is that this isn't a ska cover of the soft rock classic but a completely faithful version. Is this a great song that is going to change your life? Probably not. But is it a ridiculously fun time? Definitely. Tahlena Chikami explains how they came to cover "Islands in the Stream": "You ever just blurt something out of your mouth and not really think it through? That’s how this cover of 'Islands in the Stream' came about. While streaming on Twitch, I just sort of said, 'Wouldn’t it be funny if Scott and I covered Islands in the Stream? ...

We're still a little slow in the new year, but there's been enough new music of note to clear the backlog. Artist : Reel Big Fish Album : Life Sucks... Let's Dance! Quick Description : Latest from the modern ska legends. Why You Should Listen : Ska may have died 20 years ago, but Reel Big Fish didn't. Overall Thoughts : Reel Big Fish was my second concert ever, if we want to line up how long I’ve been a fan. Ska hasn’t been cool in 20+ years (if it ever was at all), but I won’t lie – this was a super fun album to listen to, and I’m glad RBF is still around and doing their thing. This is going to be a great nostalgia hit if you had that ska phase, but I recommend listening to it anyway because, well, it’s actually really good and fun. Recommendation : Give this a spin. Artist : The Lindas Album : 8 by 9 Quick Description : Gritty indie punk. Why You Should Listen : This is the sort of dirty punk music you've wanted after the bright holiday season. O...