(08-26-2005) Hanson Covers U2 -- MTV News*

[dsmith2904]

Hanson Covers U2

Hanson's album Live and Electric, due October 11, features the brothers playing all their hits — recorded live last year in Melbourne, Australia — as well as covers of Radiohead's "Optimistic" and U2's "In a Little While." The trio have also produced a documentary, "Strong Enough to Break," about why they decided to set up their own record label. "Our choice to become independent again was about our belief between us and our fans," Taylor Hanson said. "We're passionate about the future of independent music." The documentary will be screened at colleges in each market on their upcoming tour, which kicks off October 18 in Atlanta and runs through November 23 in their hometown of Tulsa, Oklahoma.

--MTV News

 

[AngelofHarlem01]

Hey i live in Tulsa! lol.. Back in the 1990's my friends and I were crazy about Hanson. they're from here too so that only added to our hype. They just played a local festival in May and someone i know went and said they played "In a Little While" and it was really good

 

[Catman]

People talk a lot of smack about Hanson (mainly due to "mmmbop"), but say what you will, they're a pretty good band

 

[thatsnotmypuppy]

I saw the second show in Melbourne at the Palais Theatre - and their version of 'In A Little While' was awesome. That, and a rocked out version of 'Mmm Bop' means I will be first in line for this CD!!

 

[ylimeU2]

People talk a lot of smack about Hanson (mainly due to "mmmbop"), but say what you will, they're a pretty good band

I put that song down so many times, and then I actually looked up the lyrics to it one day. I have a lot of respect for Hanson, writing what they did at such a young age. They really do have some talent and I'd like to hear the cover.

 

[Chizip]

ask and ye shall receive

http://s35.ysi.com/d.aspx?id=0223WLUUO8TNT21KES007QS5NB

 

[nurse chrissi]

you know once I got over the initial cringe factor associated with another band covering a u2 song - not too bad really.
didn't Bono day that mmmbop was one of his favorites? (that being before the trapped in a closet- the R Kelly epic moved into that spot )

thanks chip

 

[shaun vox]

so bono likes that r kelly video????

 

[WildHoneyAlways]

Not too bad. I've always though Hanson has talent.

 

[AngelofHarlem01]

man that sounds really good..makes me remember why i liked hanson in the first place lol. may just have to pick that album up

 

[AtomicBono]

Radiohead and U2? Them boys have good taste!

I have to admit I rather enjoyed this...a lot...I was surprised at how well he was able to sing it! I declare it a good cover thanks for the upload chizip.

 

[doctorwho]

I do think these boys have talent - unfortunately, I haven't heard from them at all since "Mmmbop"! I have no idea what they are like now. Based on this cover of U2, it's clear they are very talented musicians - even doing a good Bono imitation (on what I think is a vocally challenging song - great range in a purposely raspy voice). I wish radio would go back to the way it was in the 80's when one could hear a plethora of artists on the radio, not just pre-selected hits.

 

[angelordevil]

I'd take Hanson over any of those contrived boy bands. I actually kinda like them. I remember being impressed with the follow-up to mmmbop...can't remember the title, but it was a pretty deep song for such little people.

 

[BonoIsMyMuse]

This sounds like an mmmbad idea to me. I can't hear them pulling off Bono's gorgeous falsetto.

I have to add that I'm impressed that Hanson is even still around. They've proven they're dedicated to being musicians and not to simply getting rich quick.

 

[Chizip]

This sounds like an mmmbad idea to me.

 

[HelloAngel]

Speaking of "In A Little While," this is apparently Brandon from the Killers' fave U2 song. I'd like to see what the Killers could do with this one once Brandon's concert voice is able to handle more ahem, soulful singing.

 

[ylimeU2]

ask and ye shall receive

http://s35.ysi.com/d.aspx?id=0223WLUUO8TNT21KES007QS5NB

Thanks



Pretty good.

 

[Diane L]

I'd take Hanson over any of those contrived boy bands. I actually kinda like them. I remember being impressed with the follow-up to mmmbop...can't remember the title, but it was a pretty deep song for such little people.

The song you're thinking of is "Where's The Love."

 

[one4u2]

This sounds like an mmmbad idea to me.

 

[angelordevil]

The song you're thinking of is "Where's The Love."

That's it (he said, while downloading In a Little While by Hanson).

 

[U2girl]

They did a pretty good job on the song, as well as the falsetto.

 

[Headache in a Suitcase]

mmmbop ruined hanson's career... they're actually fairly talented singer songwriters... tis a shame.

 

[Cigar]

Not bad,but it still doesn't beat the best U2 cover ever and it's done by Tori Amos and her version of "Running to stand still".

 

[Yahweh]

Surprisingly this isnt bad lol

 

[Yahweh]

Post the Radiohead one too

 

[U2Fan101]

This is actually amazing! I have a friend who is obsessed with Hanson like I am with U2. She likes U2 and was excited when I gave her this news about them covering U2 on the upcoming cd. I did like Hanson's last album, and I have to agree that MMMbop ruined their career. Very talented musicians, songwriters and singers. Tis a shame indeed that they're not as popular as they should be.

 

[Yahweh]

Im not affraid to admit its one of the best covers ive heard thats for sure.

 

[Toronto99]

Can someone post this again? Please???

 

[U2Fan101]

http://s35.ysi.com/d.aspx?id=0223WLUUO8TNT21KES007QS5NB

Enjoy

 

[namkcuR]

A lot of people have the wrong idea about Hanson. They're pretty good, abliet somewhat inconsistant.

Decent/pretty good performance of IALW.