lizzy mcalpine - “no surprises” by radiohead (cover)

[cn]

It’s cool when music makes you close your eyes, furrow your brow, and slow down your breathing. I love all the subtle surprises in her vocals, gives you chills. Great music.

[zman]

In addition to being a world class song writer Lizzy’s musical sensibilities are at the highest level humanly possible. This is evident in what she chooses to cover and the way she provides so much musical sophistication to her arrangements. Then when you add her incredibly dynamic and textured vocals you wind up with a quality cover that’s only attainable by a select few human beings.

[dcacoustic]

Wasn’t expecting that. What a beautiful reinterpretation. Something special going on in her head/heart.

[mateorogers]

never heard this artist before. and from the get-go, the unique choices made here work. dig the use of the low guitar strings as well as the nail strum versus a true fingerpick--all equating to that deeper, earthier sound. her voice is unassuming & pretty--it fits thematically with the song's approach while leaving me betting she has a much broader range that she's keeping in check here.
to those who know the official video well, when thom yorke goes underwater in the headfishtank thing ("this is my final fit / my final bellyache with no" ...)--a gorgeous, subtle, underused piano accompaniment comes in. Sidebar, the "my final bellyache with" line is one of the most biutiful harmonies btwn thom yorke and ed o'brien maybe ever. in the above version it sounds like the artist is harmonizing with herself but how can i be sure.
the bridge fits the interpretation well. almost sounds like something from andy yorke's (thom's brother unbelievable truth outfit) here in this earned solid understated folky moment. the end is without any big crescendo/decrescendo in vocal, harmonic, or instrumental swagger beyond leaning on some tight ass production moves and some subtle but noted keyboard swank. it's a phenomenal cover all in all. thank you if you read this far. one of my favorite songs of all time done justice. loved the listen. keep up the good work. bravo kudos, lizzy mcalpine!

[billbaldwin]

Her voice and artistry is hauntingly beautiful. It’s like listening to everything warm and beautiful you’ve ever felt. It’s pure magic. I love Lizzy.

[juuzouzeppelin]

I always wonder how people can be so simple and at the same time so special... incredible

[lysvinx]

Lizzy at her best musical intuition. Marvelous and lovely sound.

[cn]

This rendition is so solid. Made me get my guitar back out of the case.

[UnderclassHero]

Her voice is just easy on the ear, soulful harmonizing.

[CapitanPelanas]

WoW… Best cover I’ve ever heard…. Thank you!

[davidlipski]

Lizzy at her best, wow what a dreamy sound.

[dyfil]

I keep coming back to this, this is layers deep and incredibly unique from the original. Amazing work, thank you for your wonderful artistry.

[Preludedraw]

Wow, if angels are real, this voice is angelic.

[funkyjones]

In the 65 years I've been around, no voice has moved like hers. It's beyond words.

[marq]

Lizzy’s sound is crazy! Confirmed again with this one… thanks for sharing 🌻

[ritimasahikiya]

I think I've reached the pinnacle of youtube discoveries

[shrinksvk]

One of the most amazing covers that I've ever heard in my life! Keep up the good work <3

Sends chills down my spine :")

[fionablue]

This is real beautiful. I closed my eyes and it was magical. I just wanted to stay there for a long time. she is beautiful.

[aanirv]

Ive noticed this at SoundCloud before, AND this cover is addictive.

[smallsignals]

I quite love how she's anticipating the beat a fair bit with the word 'No' in the refrain. The harmonies are tasty later too.