Ted Leo, Bad Veins Cover Apples In Stereo For “Future Vintage”

It seems like a lot of bands whose last albums were in 2007 are making 2010 their major comeback this year. Apples In Stereo is now one of these bands in anticipation of their upcoming album, Travellers in Space and Time, which slated for release on April 20. To celebrate the album release and to shout out to the influence of Apples In Stereo, a hand full of indie rock artists have come together on a cover album which is being billed as “Future Vintage: Covers of The Apples In Stereo.” Pressed on 12″ vinyl, it will be available for free with purchase of Travellers at your favorite local indie retailer on national Record Store Day, April 17th. Check the complete track listing out below!

Future Vintage: Covers of The Apples In Stereo track listing

1. “Ruby” by Ted Leo
2. “Benefits of Lying (w/ Your Friend)” by Bad Veins
3. “The Rainbow” by Throw Me The Statue

Side B:

1. “Ruby” by The Generationals+
2. “Same Old Drag” by Maps and Atlases
3. “Strawberryfire” by Elf Power

+Generationals are on tour with The Apples in stereo in April!

It also sounds like lead vocalist, Robert Schneider, has been busy. Not only has he been involved in a short film titled, “Exploring The Universe,” with actor Elijah Wood but he will also be joining the like of Weezer, Chromeo and of Montreal as he performs a song called, “We R Super Heroes” on the children television show, Yo Gabba Gabba! Ironically, Elijah Wood was also the first special guest on the show.The episode will be airing on March 11.

What do you think of these artists covering Apples In Stereo?