Foals cover Mark Ronson's "Daffodils" for SiriusXM

The Oxford/London based band have performed their rendition of Mark Ronson and Kevin Parker's "Daffodils" for Sirius XM. The band first played this on Australia's Triple J station and it sounds like the cover has got a long bigger with much more going on, different effects and some distroted vocals from Yannis.

You can watch the cover below.

[WATCH] Foals - Daffodils (Mark Ronson & Kevin Parker Cover)

Foals have popped into Triple J today for a session, where they played an alternative version of "Mountain At My Gates" and this even funkier cover of Mark Ronson's "Daffodils" with Yannis taking on Kevin Parkers vocal duties. Note that the band is now a fourpiece, with Jack Bevan absent the band used a vintage drum machine that they used on their brand new album.

"What Went Down" is out in September via Transgressive.

6 Ghastly Glastonbury Clashes to Avoid

It's the inevitable nightmare of Glastonbury every year. You can double-check your clash finder as many times as you wish, triple-check the official Glastonbury app, but there's just no way of avoiding the gargantuan of clashes.

The saying "Well I could watch them and then catch the end of those?" will not do. Glastonbury is huge and with 170,000 people walking in every direction, you're stuck in the mud. So we've compiled a list of the worst clashes over the weekend and tips on how best to avoid them.

Friday

Jungle 4:30pm, Other Stage 
Wolf Alice 5pm, The Park Stage
Peace 5pm, John Peel Stage

No, what did we say? You can't catch the start of Jungle and then get to the others in enough time! Jungle drew one of the biggest crowds last year at the John Peel Stage, and could throw an even bigger show this year. Wolf Alice and Peace are chummy so may be quietly competing on winning the crowds over.

Our tip: Wolf Alice. This band are about to get huge and their debut album is just about to drop. You can always catch Peace at the Rabbit Hole the same night at 8:30pm.


Florence And The Machine 9.30 (ish), Pyramid Stage
Mark Ronson 9pm, Other Stage
Jamie XX 9.30pm, The Park Stage
Hot Chip 10.15pm, West Holts

If three acts clashing wasn't bad enough, try four. This raises a few eyebrows and a few utterances of "who the fuck booked these time slots!?" but that's the brilliant variety of Glastonbury. Florence has been bumped up the order and there's only one way to find out if she's headliner material... Elsewhere Mark Ronson, Jamie XX and Hot Chip are all bound to bring party vibes, with Hot Chip going on into the night.

Our tip: It's got to be Florence. It's going to be a landmark performance and could go down in Glastonbury history for better or worse. The rest you'll be able to catch at other festivals, and with Jamie XX on the up, expect many more chances to see him.

Saturday

Slaves 2pm, John Peel Stage

Everything Everything 2.30pm, William's Green

The John Peel Stage is infamous for blowing up acts. Last year Royal Blood, George Ezra and Jungle all propelled their career from there. Slaves could just about do the same this year. Everything Everything on the other hand are about to release their third album. It's big, big enough to fill William's Green that's for sure.

Our tip: Take your pick! Both bands are playing two sets each so you can catch Slaves the same night at the Hell Stage or Everything Everything on the Other Stage on Friday.

Pharrell Williams 8pm, Pyramid Stage

Ben Howard 8.40pm, Other Stage

Pharrell Williams will be hoping to keep the sunshine out for his Saturday evening performance and it's a rare chance you'll get to see one of the biggest names around right now. If you fancy something more unexpected though, go for Ben Howard.

Our tip: Ben Howard. He's become a masterfully moody musician who has the ability to switch at any time. Hopefully his performance will live up to Glastonbury folklore rather than turning his back on thousands and telling them to 'f off'.

Sunday

Alt-J 5.45pm, Pyramid Stage
Charli XCX 5.50pm, John Peel Stage

Two opposite ends of the spectrum here, but each are bound to put on two of the best shows of the festival. Charli XCX has proved she's a worthy pop star with rock star attitude, whereas Alt-J have just kept being themselves and put on one of the tightest live shows around.

Our tip: Alt-J. It's always good for bands to put on a decent show but Alt-J take it to new levels. Their show is crisper than their records and more gooey than the mud beneath your feet. How? You'll have to go and see for yourself.


The Who 9.45pm, Pyramid Stage
The Chemical Brothers 9.45pm, The Chemical Brothers
Mini Mansions 10pm, Rabbit Hole

No one saw this one coming. The Who headline Glastonbury on the 50th year of their career. It's huge for them, but for the majority of the audience? We're not convinced. The Chemical Brothers will look to put on the final party of the weekend whereas Mini Mansions will burrow themselves in the Rabbit Hole. Could they be accompanied by a certain Alex Turner? It could happen.

Our tip: It's the last night so choose wisely. Mini Mansions towing in Alex Turner could be a long shot and The Who are your dad's favourite band not yours right? Go for The Chemical Brothers. Past and present work point all indicators towards them to seal the deal on the Sunday night.

Aside from the clashes though, there's tonnes of other acts to go and watch. Make sure you do download the official Glastonbury EE app. It'll come in handy when your up to your eyeballs in times, stages and obscure band names.

(@JJShreeve)

Introducing... Jasper Wilde

Jasper Wilde, a 22 year old French native, lives in a world where he takes from the past and makes new. ‘Miss Stone’ is the debut release from the mercurial musician who grew up on the Riviera, listening to music as diverse as Kool & The Gang, Dr Dre, Midnight Star and Prince. For years, he sang the songs which would go on to inspire his own creations with an acoustic guitar on The Croisette. He stopped pursuing a medical degree to relocate to London and begin exploring a musical career. A chameleon of talent, Jasper is not only a singer, but can also turn his hand to playing the guitar, bass and keyboard. After learning for two years about the production side of music, he has since produced and collaborated with other artists including Bo Saris, Talay Riley, Preditah and Ghosts of Venice. Jasper loves the glamour of films and fashion, as well as the music from the 50’s 60’s, 70’s, and 80’s. His charismatic nature and gentlemanly ways pull you into his “Wilde World.” His first release is to give you a taste of what’s more to come.

The forthcoming “One” EP includes “Little Miss Stone” ,“What Happens on the Dance floor, “I Know U Know” and the ever-infectious “Talkin’ bout Me.” EP Release date - 15th June 2015

Tame Impala reveal new album "Currents" [IAI PREVIEW]

Australia's Psychedelic legends Tame Impala have today revealed their brand new single, "Cause I'm A Man", and have also revealed their brand new album "Currents". The release date of the single is April 7th, via iTunes, but there is - as of writing this - no announcement on when the LP is to be released. Although expect it to be before the start of the Summer!

You can listen to a special preview we've put together below too, it's got Kevin's demos, the song he worked with Mark Ronson, and their latest two singles too, get excited for the most hyped album of the year!

- Let It Happen

 


- Mark Ronson - Summer Breaking (Feat. Kevin Parker)


 

- Backwards (Demo)

 


- Mark Ronson - Daffodils (Feat. Kevin Parker)




- Stranger In Moscow (Michael Jackson cover)


 

-  'Cause I'm A Man

Tame Impala's Kevin Parker joins forces with Mark Ronson on new track 'Daffodils'

Combining Tame Impala frontman Kevin Parker's eery falsetto vocals with producer Mark Ronson's retro funky stylings, 'Daffodils' is the second track to be premiered to the public from his new album 'Uptown Funk'. Aired on Zane Lowe's BBC Radio 1 slot, the track evolves in layers with a laid-back funk groove before reaching a state of futuristic synthesiser chaos.

The first track Ronson put out to the public was the album-titled 'Uptown Funk' that featured Bruno Mars and has already been hailed as one of the highlights of the 2014 popular music world. The album will feature other collaborations including Hudson Mohawke and Miike Snow's Andrew Wyatt.



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