Listen to Courtney Barnett cover Sleater-Kinney’s ‘Words And Guitar’
nme.comSleater-Kinney have confirmed details of the forthcoming ‘Dig Me Out’ covers album – listen to Courtney Barnett‘s version of ‘Words And Guitar’ below.The album, a full-length, covers-based recreation of the rock trio’s 1997 album, was first touted earlier this year, with the likes of St.
Vincent, Wilco, The Linda Lindas and TV On The Radio’s Tunde Adebimpe confirmed to contribute.Now, the record has been given a title (‘Dig Me In: A Dig Me Out Covers Album’) and release date (October 21) as well as a full tracklist being revealed.In a statement, Sleater-Kinney said: “The artists who appear on ‘Dig Me In’ have not so much covered the 13 original songs, but reinterpreted and reimagined them.“Through added layers or the subtraction of guitars and drums, they provide a new way into the songs.
Fresh rage, joy, pain, reclamation, slyness, and longing. Other interpretations slow down or stretch out the songs, trading urgency for contemplation, weariness or even a hint of ease.”Listen to Courtney Barnett’s version of ‘Words And Guitar’ and see the full tracklist for ‘Dig Me In: A Dig Me Out Covers Album’ below.1. ‘Dig Me Out’ – St.
Vincent2. ‘One More Hour’ – Wilco3. ‘Turn It On’ – Margo Price4. ‘The Drama You’ve Been Craving’ – Tunde Adebimpe5. ‘Heart Factory’ – Self Esteem6. ‘Words And Guitar’ – Courtney Barnett7. ‘It’s Enough’ – Black Belt Eagle Scout8. ‘Little Babies’ – The Linda Lindas9. ‘Not What You Want’ – Jason Isbell and Amanda Shires10. ‘Buy Her Candy’ – Tyler Cole11. ‘Things You Say’ – Big Joanie12. ‘Dance Song ’97’ – Low13. ‘Jenny’ – NnamdïA portion of the proceeds earned from each copy of the album sold will be donated to SMYRC (Sexual & Gender Minority Youth Resource Center), which the band note is their local.
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