Yahoo! UK & Ireland Answers blog

We have teamed up with one of Britain’s biggest rock bands Keane to give you the chance to watch the band live in London – with a pair of free tickets!

Currently making the headlines on their UK tour, Keane have come to Yahoo! Answers for some inspiration.  Their question focuses on bands covering classic songs and is as follows: 

“What makes a truly great cover version and why?”

The question will be open for three days after which the band will be picking the best answer.  The person with the best answer will win a pair of tickets to see Keane at Alexandra Palace in London on Thursday 26^th October.  We will not be providing accommodation or any transport costs, just the tickets to see this amazing live act in one of London’s premiere venues.

Cover versions have long since occupied a special place in music fan’s hearts. But why they mean so much to so many people is harder to say. Perhaps it’s the magic of a great band making a good song even better? Or is it the sublime genius of a song transported far from its original roots?

Frankly, we’re not sure ourselves, so come on, give the band some advice on what makes a truly inspirational cover version and you could be in with a chance of watching them power through their new album, Under the Iron Sea, live on stage! 

In the meantime, check out their latest video, Nothing in my way, on Yahoo! Music
–Yahoo! UK & Ireland Answers team