Roy Vazquez, Author at Musical U

Before and After: Covering Juan Gabriel

by Roy Vazquez | Genres, Arranging, Band, Singing

With tweaks in instrumentals and arrangements, Mexican indie band Canvas breathes new life into Latin pop star Juan Gabriel’s iconic “Yo No Nací Para Amar”.

Before and After: Covering Father John Misty

by Roy Vazquez | Arranging, Active Listening

Father John Misty’s “When You’re Smiling and Astride Me” shape shifts into new musical territory guided by the voice and guitar of Kendra McKinley.

Before and After: Covering Tame Impala

by Roy Vazquez | Genres, Arranging, Percussion

Cover master Pieter Schrevens uses looping to turn himself into a one-man band, creating a rich, dreamlike cover of Tame Impala’s “Let It Happen”.

Before and After: Covering Zedd

by Roy Vazquez | Arranging, Instruments

From dancefloor hit to evocative pop-punk anthem: explore how Swedish rock band Twenty One Two put their own spin on Zedd’s “Find You”.

Before and After: Covering the Smiths

by Roy Vazquez | Arranging, Instruments

Learn about the power of arrangement through a comparison of The Smiths’ original “There Is A Light That Never Goes Out” and the cover by Teeth & Tongue.