American Football - American Football (Covers) (2024) [Hi-Res]

Arriving alongside the 25th Anniversary Edition of American Football, American Football (Covers) offers a brilliant homage to the band’s iconic debut, showcasing how their music transcended genre boundaries and inspired diverse interpretations over two decades. The compilation features a fascinating mix of genres, from Sam Beam’s tender falsetto on “Never Meant” to the atmospheric melancholy of Ethel Cain’s “For Sure,” each artist infusing their style into the emotionally charged originals.

Standout performances include M.A.G.S.’ punchy rendition of “I’ll See You When We’re Both Not So Emotional,” adding a sharp, bittersweet twist, and Manchester Orchestra’s take on “Stay Home,” blending Steve Reich-like repetition with ambient jazz elements. Each cover invites listeners to revisit the emotional uncertainty that defined the original, with the new layers of sound underscoring the timeless appeal of American Football’s work.

American Football (Covers) is more than a tribute—it’s a reminder of the band’s lasting influence and the creative potential their music continues to unlock across generations and genres.

Tracklist:
1. Iron & Wine - Never Meant
2. Blondshell - The Summer Ends
3. Novo Amor - Honestly?
4. Ethel Cain - For Sure
5. Yvette Young - You Know I Should Be Leaving Soon
6. Girl Ultra - But the Regrets Are Killing Me
7. M.A.G.S. - I'll See You When We're Both Not So Emotional
8. Manchester Orchestra - Stay Home
9. JOHN MCENTIRE - The One With The Wurlitzer