The War on Drugs

The War on Drugs is a band out of Philadelphia that once featured Kurt Vile (previous post HERE).  These guys draw many comparisons to a very indie Bruce Springsteen with their Americana influenced rock.  I hear some Velvet Underground influences in there as well, especially in "The History of Plastic" from their Future Weather EP.  They have released 1 proper album (Wagonwheel Blues) and 3 EPs (Demo, Barrel of Batteries, and Future Weather).  I really enjoy everything that I have heard and think you will too.  And thankfully, there is a good bit of material out there for your listening pleasure.

A Needle In Your Eye #16 (from Wagonwheel Blues)

Comin' Through (from Future Weather EP)

Under The Covers With Justin Townes Earle

YAGN favorite Justin Townes Earle delivers a great version of Bruce Springsteen's "Atlantic City" with the help of up and coming Chicagoan Joe Pug. I would highly recommend both JTE's Harlem River Blues and Pug's Messenger Listen to and download "Atlantic City" below:

Justin Townes Earle (with Joe Pug) - Atlantic City

Under The Covers With The Avett Brothers

Check out the video of The Avett Brothers doing Bruce Springsteen's "Glory Days" and download the track below.  Also, check out an older post of the Avetts doing a fantastic version of Jessica Lea Mayfield's "For Today" HERE.

Glory Days