Description
| # | TITLE (Click for Lyrics) | Play Sample |
|---|---|---|
| 01 | If I Fell | [wonderplugin_audio id=”228″] |
| 02 | The Night Before | [wonderplugin_audio id=”229″] |
| 03 | The 59th Street Bridge Song (Feelin’ Groovy) | [wonderplugin_audio id=”230″] |
| 04 | You Really Got Me | [wonderplugin_audio id=”231″] |
| 05 | You’re Going To Lose That Girl | [wonderplugin_audio id=”232″] |
| 06 | Morning Has Broken | [wonderplugin_audio id=”233″] |
| 07 | A World Without Love | [wonderplugin_audio id=”234″] |
| 08 | The Best Years Of Our Lives | [wonderplugin_audio id=”235″] |
| 09 | White Room | [wonderplugin_audio id=”236″] |
| 10 | Glass Onion | [wonderplugin_audio id=”237″] |
| 11 | Did You Ever Have To Make Up Your Mind? | [wonderplugin_audio id=”238″] |
| 12 | Time Of The Season | [wonderplugin_audio id=”239″] |
| 13 | Hey Bulldog | [wonderplugin_audio id=”240″] |
| 14 | Yesterday | [wonderplugin_audio id=”241″] |
About the Album
“MonaLisa Twins play Beatles & more Vol. 3” is the third cover compilation album released by the MonaLisa Twins. It consists of 14 cover songs, recorded between 2015 and 2018. You will find a lot of Beatles on it but the Twins also covered songs by The Kinks, Cream, Simon & Garfunkel and many more.
John Sebastian (The Lovin’ Spoonful) also joins them for a version of his 60’s classic “Did You Ever Have To Make Up Your Mind”.“We recorded a handful of songs just for the release of Volume 3 and really enjoy the selection of songs on this one. It’s a great mix of our favourite tracks from different corners of music, and we honour the songs that we decided to cover immensely. Recording with John Sebastian was especially fun, we did that in our Studio in Merseyside”
The album mainly contains studio recordings, with one live performance of “You’re Going To Lose That Girl”, which got recorded during the Twins’ 2 year residency at the legendary Cavern Club in Liverpool.
Many tracks on the CD have been on the MonaLisa Twins YouTube channel for years, while others have not been published anywhere before. People from all over the world discovered them by searching for covers of their favourite songs and then kept following the Twins’ musical career. The “MonaLisa Twins play Beatles & more” Album Series is a fan requested project and you can also find Vol. 1 and Vol. 2 in the store.
Performance, Engineering, Production and Album Design/Photos: MonaLisa TwinsAlbum Name: MonaLisa Twins play Beatles & more Vol. 3Album Type: CD – 14 TracksRelease Date: 28 Oct 2018
Scott Gifford (verified owner) –
Hello Mona, Lisa & Rudy — I just have to write after hearing “Beatles & More Vol. 3”, which IMHO, is the most badass album you’ve done! I started with the Cavern Club set, then both Duo Sessions, then received all three Beatles & More cds about two weeks ago. OMG. While I always enjoy the MLT take on Beatles and British Invasion-era tunes, Vol. 3 made me sit up, take notice & spun my head around. EVERY song is a winner; each one made me think “They’re gonna do THAT one, TOO? BRAVO, ladies (and gent!) The harmonies are exquisite as always on If I Fell, but the cello is a perfect touch. I’ve always thought that The Night Before is one of the great unnoticed Beatle tracks; I do it myself, and people always love it; well done you! I like that your Feeling Groovy isn’t a slavish copy of Simon & Garfunkel’s arrangement. I can’t decide whether I like your studio version of You Really Got Me better than the Cavern Club live version; both absolutely kick ass. We must share a love of the songs from Help!, because You’re Gonna Lose That Girl is another cover that made me say “Yessss! SO glad you did this one!” On Morning Has Broken, which I did today at a small private care home after hearing your beautiful version, someone mentioned that Cat Stevens pronounced it “REC-creation” instead of the more correct “RE-creation”, as you did; kudos! I think your World Without Love is every bit as good as the original; I love it. The Best Years of Our Lives is the only song on this cd which I didn’t know. WHITE ROOM: OMFG, IT’S MAGNIFICENT! Is there video of Mona playing the triplets on that amazing drum part? And of Lisa channeling Clapton on the guitar? Glass Onion — SO much fun to hear you do it! What are the whispers at the end? What a treat to hear you & John Sebastian together! Time of the Season – the percussion & the vocals are AMAZING; this song was MEANT for you! Hey Bulldog is one of your solid rockers, live and in the studio. And Yesterday is basically a must. Here’s my final comment: if you ever find a wormhole into an alternate universe, go back to 1960 and release this album; no one will know that these are all covers, and you’ll RULE THE WORLD! 🤩👏🏼
Eric Reniers (verified owner) –
Great album, once again. The harmonies are fantastc and the arrangements are top of yhe bill
Chris Weber (verified owner) –
Another fantastic album of covers of Beatles songs and other great songs of classic rock. This is a great album. They just nail all of these covers. They’re so good at it. You can hear a lot of these on YouTube, but I wanted to have the CD so I can play it when I want to, especially when I am in the car. They love these songs like I do, and sing and play them so well. I love this album.
tim arnold (verified owner) –
What a great collection of songs and quite a variety as well. Highlights
for me are the vocals on You’re Going To Lose That Girl, The acoustic playing on Time Of The Season. The lead guitar and drums on White Room, and the vocals and blues harp on The Best Years Of Our Lives. I also like The Night Before, You Really Got Me, ah heck, they are all great. And Hey Bulldog, yeah Hey Bulldog is fantastic.
Auke Bergsma (verified owner) –
I love your voices they combine so very well together ! I have all the Beatles and more CD’s and the live CD at the Cavern !
And I like also your own works very much like Orange and Why ?
There are still two vinyl albums on their way home to me (custom is allready paid !)
Thanks for all the joy that gives your music,
Greetings from the Netherlands
Tim Arnold (verified owner) –
Love this album. The harmony on “You’re Gonna Lose That Girl” is outstanding. Especially doing it Live. I love “Glass Onion” and “White Room” also. All fantastic songs on here though. Thanks again for all the great music.
Jan (verified owner) –
So pleased with 5 CDs for lots of listening, dancing and singing.
Love the sound
Gerry (verified owner) –
WOW! Love these albums. The voices are fantastic. Mona and Lisa have the King Midas touch. Every song they do turns to gold.
Kevin Smith (verified owner) –
These are fantastic albums. I love your versions as much as I love the originals. I’m so glad I came across your music! Every word out of your mouths is clearly heard by the listener, which is something you rarely get these days. Highly recommended to anybody that wants the sounds of yesteryear, today!
Rory Heynemann (verified owner) –
Dare I say this one is my favourite of the 3 volumes. The selection of songs is excellent. ‘White Room’ and ‘Time of the Season’ are stand outs for me. Really great album.
Cheryl Sims (verified owner) –
Wonderful fantastic singers. Love their versions of my era.
Frank Kok (verified owner) –
I just love it. Thank you
Jim Mulholland –
just listened to the cavern discs – absolutely brilliant and having been to two of the Beatles concerts in Glasgow waaay back, it was a pleasure to actually listen to their songs without all the screaming and to my mind the Twins sound terrific and would love to see them live – having been to the Cavern a few times i think i really missed on this, still hope is eternal. cheers to all
Jeannette Wannamaker (verified owner) –
How is it possible that the favourite songs of my youth sound even better when performed by Mona and Lisa?! This album contains so many beloved hits from the Beatles and other great artists of the 60s and 70s, all sounding true to the originals yet with something extra that makes them sound fresh and new. Definitely one of my favourite recordings!
Rick Twomey (verified owner) –
There are 3 CDs titled “Beatles and More”…they are all fabulous recreations of some of the 60s greatest songs…Volume 3 has 14 songs..6 of those are Beatle songs …one of those is a personal favorite from the Help movie “The Night Before”…you’ll hear a Simon and Garfunkel song..The Kinks…Cat Stevens..Peter and Gordon…Steve Harley…Cream…and John Sebastian playing guitar and singing a Lovin Spoonful song with the girls and Papa Rudi with a “cameo” appearance…and The Zombies ( and if you watch the video on this one you’ll see Mona lost her head !!!! Oops !)
Will Beard (verified owner) –
I already had all the MLT albums, ordered the 3 album set so I could share the music of the Twins with friends. I not only talk about the music, I share it and having the album autographed makes it even more special
Herbert Sanz (verified owner) –
I have all three volumes and they are all great compositions of very famous songs. And some not so famous. I recommend your music to anybody that asks what I am listening to now a days.
Hermann Fleischhauer (verified owner) –
I have become big in the 60s – with “Friday on my mind” (even played in 1966 with the student band) and I love the music, like Mona and Lisa, who interpret this great, exciting and beautifully.They impress with the best musical work, in addition to their excellent singing also through a clean, appealing instrumentalization, like Lisas Leadguitar. My collection is now completed by your CDs. Clear recommendation.
David (verified owner) –
More great covers, this continues nicely from where the original 2 disc set leaves off. Sound quality is exemplary, even through my Koss pro headphones. Your music is really great in the car as well. You two are really very talented, both as musicians and singers.
Jake Ritland (verified owner) –
As a 67 year old man I really enjoy your covers of the music I grew up with in the 60’s and 70’s. Your Beatles covers are spot on as are the other hits. Your harmonies are wonderful. The instrumental playing is such a joy to listen to as you are both very talented musicians.
The album “Orange” is going to take awhile for me to get used to as I normally don’t listen to much of the new music coming out. I know it is all original music written and performed by the two of you, and the talent you put in is very good. It will have to grow on me, so give me a little time.
Harry Grey Wolf Bellingham (verified owner) –
ALL 3 CDS FANTASTIC!!!
MORE LIKE THIS PLEASE ????????????????????????????????????
Harry Grey Wolf Bellingham ????
Mats Rydberg (verified owner) –
Another great album from the twins. It make me happy every time listening to it. It takes me back to the time i was young in the 60´s and 70´s…
Glenn Carter (verified owner) –
I love both volumes 2 and 3. You bring new life to the songs i’ve been listening to all my life. Your singing and harmonys give the songs a new and fresh sound.
Joseph Manzi (verified owner) –
All right now Mona and Lisa, what is your secret. You are both truly amazing. We now cover Beatles, the Kinks, Cream, Simon & Garfunkel, Cat Stevens, Zombies, Lovin Spoomful. I am hooked on your style and your playing and singing. Wow! I can’t stop playing these 3 cd’s.
Tim Omaggio (verified owner) –
Volume 3 is a great mix of the Mona Lisa Twins’ take on Beatles classics and more! Personal favorites for me include the Beatles’ The Night Before and Hey Bulldog (this was a surprise!); the Zombies’ Time of the Season and Cream’s White Room. Great songs getting new life from the Mona Lisa Twins!
Kenneth W. Wenninger (verified owner) –
I found the MonaLisa Twins on YouTube and can’t get enough. After ordering all of their CDs I have been listening to them in rotation.
Once again The Twins have done a great job. I had never heard the original “Hey Bulldog,” and was pleased to hear the Twins’ “Glass Onion.” I rediscovered what a great song “If I Fell” is and “Yesterday” is always a classic.
Another great collection of music.
Graham Bearman (verified owner) –
I already have the “ORANGE” cover and “MLT plus Beatles and more Volume 3″…Today I ordered MonaLisa Twins play Beatles and more volumes 1 AND 2 and cannot wait for them to arrive here in Australia. Do you have plans to travel and perform in Australia, I am sure you would make this place jump!
Richard A Gonzalez (verified owner) –
Mona and Lisa, I received Vol 3 CD and it’s great. I love your style, singing and energy.You’re
great musicians. I ordered Vol 2 and 3 and I can’t wait to receive them. I also love watching your videos on YouTube. Keep rocking!
Bob Galella (verified owner) –
You want to know if I am happy? That does not describe it – how about ecstatic, floored, in love with the covers of not only the Beatles, but of the rest of the artists you cover. I especially loved you singing with John Sebastian and his question “Did You Ever Have to Make Up Your Mind?” I am glad I do not have to, can’t decide which of the 3 Beatles and More collections I like more. So Mona, Lisa, and John, stop asking – the answer is I can’t. Keep it up please.
Dan (verified owner) –
Some how I missed this re ln eade im 2018! I love Did You Ever Have To Make Up Your Mind with John Sebastian.! A wonderful version that captures the trje essence of the song with the back and forth with the Twins. Another gem on this release is If I Fell. I have to give the Twins credit, no voice cracking in the secomd verse like Paul on the US A Hard Days Night LP!
Sergei (verified owner) –
Girls, you’ve remastered 60’s in my head! Many thanks for playing songs from my playlist) I’m in love!
Jim Caples –
I just received the complete bundle starting with the Christmas cd, through Orange and The Beatles and More. You ladies are great. Your voices are beautiful. I love the fact that you play the guitars. I am a front porch picker myself, so I can honestly say you are very good musicians. I have also been following you on Utube the last few years. My only issue has been getting the mp4 ‘s to cross over to my iPhone and iTunes. They downloaded to the phone into a iCloud files folder on my phone, and they do play, but only one at a time. I have messed with it several hours now and have had a few trickle into iTunes, but still struggling to get all of them over. Did I mention I’m an old dude. But still 5 stars for you an your music.
Adam Blackwelder (verified owner) –
I love your third volume of covers! The only song I wasn’t familiar with was “The Best Years of Our Lives” by Steve Harley & Cockney Rebel. But, that’s okay! I love listening to something “new” that slipped under the radar from me. Your playing and harmonies are right off the charts. Take care and keep the music coming! xoxo
Ryuichiro (verified owner) –
I am japanease to be retired three years ago. Now I have pleasure to
take photos and hear music which I heard in 60’s and 70’s .
I used to hear Beatles songs and Euro-pops .
In this time, I buy the CD and hear it . So I recall that time when I was in high school and my friends .
I feel so happy . Thank you very very much!!!
David Ellis –
I would like to have some of your songs on USB memory.
Unknown Member –
Thanks David! We don’t offer any music USB sticks currently, but thanks for the suggestion. We’ll consider it for the future 🙂 We do offer our songs as downloads that you can always put on a thumb drive yourself if you’d like. Thanks, Lisa
Teresa Hager (verified owner) –
LOVE, LOVE, LOVE Beatles & more Vol. 3! John Sebastian joining the Twins on “Did You Ever Have To Make Up Your Mind” is fantastic!!
Tom (verified owner) –
I think every thing you two comes out well so you seam to always make the right choices you’re vocals on this take off in new direction it’s great your guitar playing also right on what ever your doing it is working
Sergio Falchi (verified owner) –
As you took a part of the Sixties and made it joyfully yours, in a way you are part of the Sixties, now… Well, I am in my sixties now, and I sometimes think as Tom Fogerty did: “…the Sixties were better…”. Now you became a beautiful part of both sixties… Thank you for that.
Dave Coy (verified owner) –
Like beautiful breath of fresh air!!! Feels like I am living in the sixties again!!! These two are AMAZING!!!
Mike Sibly (verified owner) –
I bought this because of the fabulous cover versions of You’re Going to Lose That Girl (which is a much better rendition than the Beatles’ own version on the Help LP), and I I Fell, which is at least as good a the original. The other material on the album is also excellent, but the two songs I have mentioned are just wonderful. So thank you. Highly recommended.
Jim Francis (verified owner) –
I first heard the Mona Lisa Twins doing IF I FELL. I bought their 3 CDs doing the Beatles after that. Their harmony is perfect. They’d be great singing WALK RIGHT BACK. Harry Nilsson realized what a great work this was and did a version of it. Way to go, Mona Lisa Twins! Keep up the great work!
Carol Hankins (verified owner) –
I enthusiastically agree with all of the positive reviews and comments already published here by my fellow MLT fans! To offer a couple more comments on one of my favorite tracks of the songs on this fab CD, let me say I cannot get enough of the guitar solos on Time of the Season. The first time I heard the song, I knew there was something very special going on here, during the both the instrumental interlude and the long fade out after the final vocals. No more do we have the original version’s organ solos, but instead we have lovely acoustic guitars! And not just a common, even sparkling, solo — instead a duet or double-tracked guitars. And even further, not just a harmonious guitar solo, but an interweaving of melodic threads, borrowed from the original organ solos and from the song itself. That is intriguing, ear-piquing music, my friends! It is a joy finding the threads of familiar bits of the song, juxtaposed with other familiar bits played over and underneath, woven like a fine harmonic tapestry of sound. Thank you for this musical treasure, Mona and Lisa. This song and this CD are a lovely gift to all of us who love your music.
Michael Triba (verified owner) –
What a great comment CPH; well said my lovely friend! ❤ I wonder if Mona and Lisa realize that I first met you on their last website and not at IFC. They are the reason you and I have become dear friends, so THANK YOU MLT!!! ???????? These BAM CD’s (I call then pB&m) are wonderful!!! I adore “Did You Ever Have To Make Up Your Mind” with John Sebastian, JOHN SEBASTIAN HIMSELF!!! I even wrote them a thank you e-mail to follow up my FB comment to them. ADORE that new video!!! ❤❤
Benjamin Guidolin (verified owner) –
It was easy to fall in love with this album covering golden nuggets ,psychedelic White Room and the very seductive You really Got me.The twins are ultra talented and a delight .They have a great comic twist with Busstop(watch the vid) and Maxwell’s silver Hammer;Loving the covers but looking forward to MLT’s next original album.
BTW…every shipment is like Christmas all over again with little gifts and paper mementos.So generous in a stingy world.
Benjamin Guidolin (verified owner) –
It is very easy to fall in love with this album.Performing very much more than Beatle covers, the band has far reaching talents.Their take on White room is very refreshing with interesting harmonies. A few golden nuggets are included such as Peter and Gordon’s hit World without Love as well as the very seductive You really Got me allowing for some hetro lust displacement.Hot musicians that are easy on the eyes but sexual in their performance and not the packaging.
Looking forward to their next original album!
Peter Craig (verified owner) –
Gorgeous girls ..who sound fantastic and are obscenely talented … just buy it … you will love it ….
Michael Schuhmacher (verified owner) –
Damit es “internationaler” wird, auf deutsch: eine tolle CD! Meine liebsten Songs: IF I FELL war das allererste Lied, das ich bei youtube von Mona & Lisa gehört habe. Es wird immer einer meiner Favoriten bleiben. THE NIGHT BEFORE – super! Die Beatles haben es nicht besser gemacht. YOU REALLY GOT ME – ich liebe Mona’s “allright” vor dem Gitarren-Solo! YOU’RE GOING TO LOSE THAT GIRL – sowieso schon immer einer meiner liebsten Beatles-Songs. Genau wie HEY BULLDOG – sehr schönes Gitarren-Solo! Und bei YESTERDAY gefällt mir Lisa mit dem Cello sehr gut!!! Was jetzt noch fehlt, ist Vol.4
Dana Hart (verified owner) –
You will see this review under all 3 volumes of PB&M as they all are superb and the review of this one is equal to the review of the other 2 volumes.
What amazing talent. You hear many covers on YouTube and there always seems to be that ‘something’ missing. The missing items are love and passion for the music. You can hear and feel the love and passion on the MLT versions.
The originals were perfect and MLT remain true to them. If you like the original songs you will love these albums and are a must have.
They are breathing new life into these classics.
Put these MLT albums on the stereo, sit back and relax and let MLT take you away…
Jacki Hopper –
Well as this is the second half of the double gem released in June 2018 and the third installment in this compilation series….For starters…WHOA HumdingerDandy….
IF I FELL — To hear their rendition of it – it just shakes you to the core and I will say it equals that of the original with slightly more oomph in the harmonies dept …An ear pleasure indeed.
THE NIGHT BEFORE– OMG…this one is so addictive to repeat listenining inclinations without hesitation, the whole deal of the intertwining of the vocals complimentary with the instrumentation just amplifies the groove of this…no wonder In rank it up and sing along and air drum and air guitar too…it’s too irresistible …Crank it Up Worthy .
The 59th ST. BRIDGE SONG ( FEELIN GROOVY )– Again…taken an already awesome song and just blasted off into their territory of cover supremeness…I could actually visualize MLT and S & G all singing together on this one …You want a genuine and verified PickMeUpper …well this one will do it …guaranteed !!
YOU REALLY GOT ME — Hell Yes …when hearing this version…MLT managed to get out the KINKS ….You just get taken away with this song….again…Guitaring superiority rules…!!!!
YOU’RE GOING TO LOSE THAT GIRL– Have you ever heard such a kickass sounding and most natural live number to be covered. !?… Mind blowing and a crowd pleaser …surefire thing !!
MORNING HAS BROKEN– I’ve always loved this song regardless of who sings it and this rendition renders an even deeper appreciation of it…Calming and simply done…Beautifully captured ????
A WORLD WITHOUT LOVE– Oh my goodness…how this strikes an awesome chord when listening…reminiscent of the original but the MLT essences just give it an even more robust take and a definite tune for one’s musical ears of taste to savour.
THE BEST YEARS of OUR LIVES — Absolutely phenomenal …leaves you with goosebumps and the blue sharp aspect….you get drawn into it…A classic top notch effort done well with this gem .
WHITE ROOM — I’d forgotten about this one and not heard of it in ages — that is …until now…WOW…For me it eclipses the original by a landslide…you want to be awed by something !?…This does the trick !
GLASS ONION — Well this one takes on a life of it’s own with a hidden gem…still trying to figure it out…will eventually…lol…. Completely flabbergasted at the calibre and effect at was put forth into this one…
DID YOU EVER HAVE TO MAKE UP YOUR MIND — Yes …I have but in this case a No-Brainer…Come On with the legendary John Sebastian guest vocalising on this wit MLT chiming in alongside …even with adlibs of lyrics for extra bonus !?…We have a winner here folks…Yes ????????✌????????????
TIME of the SEASON — To take a ZOMBIES classic…and just…perfect it into a new classic …This here is what has occurred …and they’ve done The Zombies proud…It’s a fact…Yippeee !!!!!????????????????????????????✌????????
HEY BULLDOG– Doogone Damn Good…Wooftastic and Barkingly Refreshing…An instant Fave in my mind… And the Dog Sound effects towards end of song…Such humour these ladies have….Gotta Luv This …AwooooooRuffRuff FAB????????????????????
YESTERDAY– Hauntingly Beautifully Done… What is it about MLT when they can take a song to cover and just go with it and turns out Frikkin Effortless of Utmost Awestruck Awesome …Just Whoa !?!?
Overall…This particular compilation is a simple joy and pleasure for all who like to indulge in music tastes that will leave you satisfied beyond …..I reccomend this highly along with it’s other companions of Vols. 2 & 1…
Paul Campbell (verified owner) –
Thanks for the MonaLisa Twins play Beatles & more Vol. 3 CD! I love the sound of your vocals and instruments. After I listen to your CDs I have your songs bouncing around in my head! Looking forward to your next album!
JF Godet-Calogeras (verified owner) –
What a beautiful Christmas present I received this year: the three CDs from MonaLisa Twins playing Beatles and more. The music of the 60s is ringing again, clearer than ever. Cheerful and joyful also. Thank you, Mona and Lisa, for bringing so much happiness through your music!
Roy Cox (verified owner) –
That special MLT sound applied to “60’s” songs like, “White Room”, “Time of the Season”, “Hey Bulldog” and more makes this album “Spectacular”! The music captures the original sound but with an improved styling and quality. The attention to details and nuance make the old songs come to life again in a very magical way. I’ve always been impressed with the subtly of emotion you give to all your recordings and performances. When you bring out your next album, I’ll buy it. I know it will be a gem.
Please Thank Rudi! His expertise is responsible for capturing and bringing your great music to us.
Dennis Grover (verified owner) –
I was really glad to see many of my video favorites on this album.
Of the new songs, I loved “Time Of The Season”. “Did You Ever Have To Make Up Your Mind” was a great blend of old and new, and I also liked “The Night Before”.
Great album!!!
Neil Douglas (verified owner) –
Another 2 cd’s of excellent music, can’t wait for more music from these two talented sisters.
Bruce Gustafson (verified owner) –
I actually got the Beatles and more 3 set of CD’s and love them all. The only disappointment was on CD 2 and 3 it doesn’t download the cover and song list when I loaded it on my computer. Other than that you girls are great, talent, hard work, not to mention easy on the eyes! I grew up with this music and it’s so nice to know it’s being carried on in such a great way for young people to get to experience it. I love your originals too, keep it up girls.
Rick Grenier –
You girls have made me fall in love with the Beatles music all over again. Love your originals as well!
Rick Ross (verified owner) –
Wow! Its your best album yet!
White Room. Lisa’s vocals sound so much like Mona’s. (Maybe because they are twins) Perfect Video for Time Of The Season. What one would imagine. Fluent Bulldog Arf Arf Arf!! Did John Sebastian ever Make Up His Mind? Glass Onion what else would you Whisper?
Orange And BAM Vol.2 are fabulous, but vol 3 takes it to a whole new level. Thanks Ladies and your Fantastic Team.
M.Schuhmacher (verified owner) –
Dear Rick!
For me ORANGE is their best album yet! But, of course, Vol.3 is perfect!!
Gary Marson –
Superb have it on the c d in my car never changed it since the day they were delivered I’ll wear them out soon
Tomás F. Calvo (verified owner) –
Right off the bat, the MonaLisa Twins put their stamp of harmonic heaven on the album by leading with a pristine “If I Fell”, another feat of complex harmonies delivered masterfully.
Not afraid to challenge themselves, the MonaLisa Twins have taken on Cream’s “White Room” and The Beatles’ “Glass Onion”. Cream, a super-group formed by three of the most talented musicians of the genre, at their pinnacle produced an imposing “White Room” which the Twins have redone with astonishing skill and personal touch, while still staying close to the original. The same is the case with the MonaLisa version of “Glass Onion”, which stares undauntingly at the recently released remix of the doyens’ gem.
Lend your ears to “The Best Years of Our Lives” and you’ll be pressed not to shed a tear from the rawness of emotions flowing through the winding story of this heartfelt rendition.
The MonaLisa Twins may seem like your fun little sisters who love to play The Beatles, but don’t be fooled by their carefree appearances. These are inimitable talents, musicians and poets, who stand shoulder to shoulder with the very best of them, literally and figuratively, as is the case with John Sebastian and his accomplished contributions to this and other MLT albums.
Surprising at every turn. Not to be missed.
Michael Parker (verified owner) –
Mona & Lisa give brilliant renditions of old songs and give them a new lease of life. They remain true to the original but are still distinctively made their own.
George Paine III (verified owner) –
I absolutely love this album especially all the songs they recorded for the album. There are 2 songs I didn’t know & I’m not really into them but they still sound fantastic. Out of the other 12 it was extremely hard to pick a favorite. There was The Night Before which has always been a favorite of mine. You Really Got Me sounded closer to the Van Halen version than the original in my opinion. Time of the Season was absolutely perfect & I love that the guitar solo was added in in place of the organ of the original. Yesterday was different but not quite my favorite. Hey Bulldog & Glass Onion were both fantastic covers of fantastic songs which aren’t quite as popular as they should be. They are both underrated songs that were kind of forgotten over the years. Hey Bulldog is definitely my favorite Beatles song, but White Room has taken the top spot of the album. It is great in every way. The MonaLisa Twins have masterfully covered a great song & my personal favorite by the supergroup Cream. The MonaLisa Twins have really outdone themselves with this album & I look forward to more great covers & albums in the future.
Simon Moore (verified owner) –
This album is just as good if not better than the first two, The girls give very good covers of some great songs. Give their own songs a listen. They deserve to go far. Such talent should be rewarded.
Howard (verified owner) –
This is the third CD that completes the ‘MonaLisa Twins play Beatles & more’ trifecta. Once again, I highly recommend NightWatch’s comprehensive review and encourage you to add this CD to your MLT collection. You won’t be disappointed!
Thomas Randall (verified owner) –
Brand new! Vol. 3 of their “MonaLisa Twins play Beatles & more” series this is another must have CD. The girls tackle some great songs here, just look at that list of songs! John Sebastian makes another appearance for the girls on “Did you ever have to make up your mind”! The CD includes a great live version of “You’re going to lose that girl” from the famous Cavern Club! Their harmonies will knock you out as well as their great musicianship. So much talent! Give a listen to the samples and “add to basket”!
I bought all their CDs, eventually you will too!
Tom in N.Y.
paul bishop (verified owner) –
i listened to the CD in my car again and the music makes me smile every time i listen. mona and lisa nail the harmonies from these great songs, some so good they are better than the originals. these are not covers, these are re-interpretations. it is just so great that 2 young women have discovered these 50-year-old songs and make them their own.
Yvon Dumais (verified owner) –
I love all songs and a special thanks for “Hey Bulldog” This song put a smile on my face since the original version. 🙂
M Farlow (verified owner) –
MLT Play Beatles & more v3
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The CD arrived two days after I had a confirmation email of despatch and I found this great timing. The package, a kind of stiff bubble wrap envelope, was excellent for purpose. On opening the package, I found the CD tightly shrink wrapped. The CD case is of the tough card type with plastic inner holding the CD and a high quality outer and inner print. The front cover has a picture of MLT, the rear has a track list and the inner has the track list with notes.
Track notes:
1; If I Fell – (Studio) The Beatles.
This beautiful song is covered here in a way that is better than I have heard any other! Softer by the nature of the voices of Mona and Lisa than The Beatles, yet still so emotionally strong. As ever, the instrumentation is great and the whole composition is just right.
2; The Night Before – (Studio) The Beatles.
Wonderfully paced to match the original, this cover is sweet! The song is originally from ‘HELP!’ – a marvellous movie in its own right. MLT do a great cover here.
3; The 59th Street Bridge Song (Feelin’ Groovy) – (Studio) Simon & Garfunkel
The Queensboro Bridge in New York City is the bridge in question here; so busy and fast! The start of the lyrics ‘Slow down you move to fast.’ says it all! Then we have the line that shows the attitude of MLT so very well ‘All is groovy.’. The cover is well paced, clearly played and sang with precision. There are obvious differences between the singers here and, for me at least, the MLT version seems a little less soft than that of Simon and Garfunkel. I think that is a good thing though.
4; You Really Got Me – (Studio) The Kinks.
I have to admit that The Kinks are one of my favourites and I really do not like hearing their songs covered badly. I am most certainly not disappointed with this cover. Just as punchy, powerful and rockin’ MLT more than do justice to this track. Ray Davies sure knows how to write and I’m sure would be impressed by this version.
5;You’re Going To Lose That Girl – (Live: Cavern Club) The Beatles.
Another from ‘HELP!’. Though this was recorded live at the famous Cavern Club, one could be forgiven for thinking it to be a studio track. There is little more to write other than; do yourself a favour and listen to this!
6; Morning Has Broken – (Studio) Gaelic Traditional.
O.K.! Those of you with even marginal search engine skills can find out a wealth of information about this song. Known to many as a Christian Hymn, the song is usually sang to the traditional Scottish Gaelic tune ‘Bunessan’. A popular version, that many think the original, was performed by Cat Stevens in 1971. Many, many artists have covered this song and I, blowing my own horn here, got a standing ovation for singing this a cappella (in the chapel / without instruments) at church when a child. So! What about this MLT version? I cannot lie, even when the truth could be to my disadvantage, I cried first time I heard this and on several playings since. Not the easiest thing for a ‘tough northern lad’ to admit. To simply describe this cover as beautiful is to do it a disservice – I cannot think of a better word though.
7; A World Without Love – (Studio) Peter & Gordon.
I quite like Peter & Gordon and happen to know that the actual writer of this song was Paul McCartney! I think, at our house, we probably wore the stylus down on dad’s old stereo playing the vinyl of this song. Dad heard this being played by me, the MLT version, and made me play it over three times in a row! MLT perform this in a way that sounds so, so sincere with delicious harmony and superb playing.
8; The Best Years Of Our Lives – (Studio) Steve Harley & Cockney Rebel.
This is such a powerful song! These European Maids* sing the song so well. The harmonica playing on this track is just superb. Though I like Steve Harley, I had to get another opinion on this cover. So, some time ago, I sent the link for the youtube video of this track to a friend I know to be a huge fan of S H. My friend phoned back and thanked me for the link and told me that, though he prefers the S H version, this is the best cover he has heard of the song.
*(Erm! I went there. I’ll just … be … going!)
9; White Room – (Studio) Cream.
Honestly, I could not bring this song to mind – though I know I have it on vinyl! A quick search had me playing the original and instantly recognising it. MLT have a tough job, as does anyone, covering this pure rock piece and doing it justice. They do not fail. Hearing the girls voices complimenting one another on here is great and the guitar playing is amazing.
10; Glass Onion – (Studio) The Beatles.
Trivia time! A glass onion is a large blown glass vessel for storing wine, or such, onboard ship and has the shape of an onion with a wide or ‘bell’ bottom and narrower top. The things I know without looking them up! Looking through a glass onion gives a distorted view – filled or not. The song is known for its (perceived) distorted look at things happening at the time it was released including the McCartney ‘conspiracy’. MLT cover the song very well with strength in both vocals and playing.
11; Did You Ever Have To Make Up Your Mind – (Studio) The Lovin’ Spoonful.
Featuring the legendary John Sebastion on lead vocals and guitar, this tongue in cheek classic is not just covered but ‘re-booted’. As may be expected, the guitar work is, along with other instruments, exceptional. This is another song where we can really hear the playfulness in the voices of Mona and Lisa. John’s not bad either! (ROFL)
12; Time Of The Season – (Studio) The Zombies.
I’ve heard this song referred to as seductive and suggestive. Others have said its just a bit of fun. Make of it what you will. MLT cover the track very well. There is a real maturity in the vocal work herein and, as ever, the instrumentals are great. I think The Zombies where probably underrated and it is good to hear a modern revival of this song – especially such a good one.
13; Hey Bulldog – (Studio) The Beatles.
This track is kicking! Great piano and bass … oh what bass! Fast sweet guitar precise drums and the voices!!! I’ll admit this is not one of my favourites by The Beatles but I’m loving this cover.
14; Yesterday – (Studio) The Beatles.
From my youtube comment; ‘ Another outstanding cover done with a simplicity that shows great respect for the legacy.’. MLT excel here and really prove their heart and art. With wonderful instrumental work and such sincere, lilac voices* this has got to be one of the best covers of the song ever.
*For lilac, read; cultivated, strong and beautiful.
Overall, this third volume of ‘Beatles & more’ is another wonderful showcase of MLT covers spanning from 2015 to 2018. This volume is an essential addition to any MLT fan collection and is recommended to anyone getting started with MLT, interested in quality cover versions or simply looking for good music presented well.
Howard (verified owner) –
Another great review NightWatch.
M Farlow (verified owner) –
Thanks Howard – I try. Well, people tell me I’m trying! 🙂
Jung Roe (verified owner) –
MLT Play Beatles & More Volume 2 and 3 are phenomenal albums that brings together some of their best Youtube covers of great classics as well as some brand new covers never released before. The songs on the albums as I understand it are remixed for the CD to give a higher sound quality than the Youtube versions which is noticeable with crisp rich sounds.
Every song is brilliantly performed by the MonaLisa Twins and presented here with their unique sound and interpretation that make each one so fresh and special and worthy of owning. Lisa’s guitar playing is truly outstanding throughout and their fans feel are worthy of praise and comparison to some of Rock and Rolls immortal legends, and their individual lead vocals are truly rich and moving as can be heard in songs like “I’ll Follow The Sun”, “Yesterday”, “Best Years of our Lives”, “Time of the Season”, “White Room” etc… I believe Mona sings lead on “You Really Got Me” and she tops the likes of Joan Jett or Heart for that cool hard rocker vocal sound in my opinion. Together Mona and Lisa are magic with breathtaking harmonies and incredible musicianship. It’s no wonder many of their fans truly believe they are one of the greatest Rock and Roll talents out there today in the music world.
Here are just some first listen comments I made at the MLT Club First Access where members get exclusive preview privileges of new albums and videos several days before the release. Joining the MLT Club is highly recommended if you want further insight into this incredible band.
1..”Time of The Season”, the quintessential theme song of the 60’s for me, I absolutely adore your version! From the crisp beautiful singing , to that wonderful guitar sounds all your own, you guys hit it out of the ball park. Zombies and Zombies fans should be really proud to hear their great song so beautifully and uniquely interpreted!
2..”You Really Got Me”….Love it! Use to think Joan Jett was one of the best female hard rockers. MonaLisa Twins can get down even better! Awesome cool singing and fabulous guitar riffs.
3..With “White Room”, I haven’t heard the song in a while, so I had to go back and listen to the original because, I don’t quite remember this song ever sounding as incredibly awesome as what I am hearing here. Don’t get me wrong, this is an iconic and great song as I recognize it instantly, and I don’t want to sound like a cliche, but I love your unique spin to this song even more! The way you sing this, it evokes feelings and emotions at heights I haven’t experienced before with this song. I think you accomplished your mission here in spades taking a great song, staying true to it’s essence, but creating something truly unique and special!
“Hey Bull Dog” , “Glass Onion” and “The Night Before” are gems with a great beat, lovely singing and wonderful guitar work. Then there is a really catchy and delightful “Did You Ever Have to Make Up Your Mind” with John Sebastian singing lead with the girls on vocal backup which is a real treat here.
These are just highlights of some of my favorite songs. Every track across the 2 albums are just as impressive. Absolutely great music with an irresistible MonaLisa Twins spin to it all.
M Farlow (verified owner) –
Really like the review. I would recomend both volumes too.