When done right acoustic versions of songs sound way better than the originals and here’s proof!
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Lauren Housley – My Baby Cry
“My Baby Cry” is taken from Lauren Housley’s One Step Closer EP which is available now on iTunes UK & iTunes US. Click here to enjoy a further taste of the songs that are on the EP.
Willy Moon – Railroad Track (Video)
“Railroad Track” will be released on 20th August through Jack White’s Third Man Records label. Sounding good as always! Video directed by Michael Carter. Previously: Willy Moon – Shakin’ (Video)
Nicki Minaj – Pound The Alarm (Video)
Video directed by Benny Boom. Buy “Pound The Alarm”: iTunes UK | iTunes US Previously: Nicki Minaj – Right By My Side ft. Chris Brown (Video) You can also check out Best In New Music’s review of Nicki Minaj’s latest album Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded by clicking here.
Tailor – Wolf (Video)
“Wolf” is taken from Cape Town based singer Tailor’s debut solo album The Dark Horse which is out now. Video directed by Warwick Allan. Buy “Wolf”: iTunes UK | iTunes US
Saint Lou Lou – Maybe You
“Maybe You” is the new single from twin sisters Saint Lou Lou and is released worldwide on 27th August.
Example – Say Nothing
“Say Nothing” is released on 16th September through Ministry of Sound. Look out for remixes by TC, Roska, Burns, Foamo and Hardwell. You can Pre-Order “Say Nothing” now on iTunes UK. Previously: Calvin Harris – We’ll Be Coming Back ft. Example (Video)
Dizzee Rascal ft Pepper – Scream (Video)
For an official Olympic theme song, Dizzee Rascal and Peppers effort isn’t too bad. “Scream” is released on 5th August and is available to Pre-Order now on iTunes UK. Previously: DJ Fresh ft. Dizzee Rascal – The Power (Video)
Rizzle Kicks – Dreamers (Video)
Video directed by Toby Lockerbie & Jordan Stephens. By “Dreamers”: iTunes UK | iTunes US Previously: Rizzle Kicks – Traveller’s Chant (Acoustic Video)
Charli XCX – You’re The One (St Lucia Remix)
St Lucia’s remix of Charli XCX’s new single “You’re the One”, which is available to buy now on iTunes US and will be released on 19th August in the UK. Previously: Charli XCX – You’re the One (Video)