Mayer Hawthorne, aka Andrew Mayer Cohen, is giving away his new six-track “Impressions” (The Covers EP) for free download. The EP includes takes on songs by Electric Light Orchestra, Jon Brion, The Isley Brothers, and Chromeo. Take a listen to Mayer Hawthorne’s version of Chromeo’s track “Don’t Turn the Lights On” (a perfect soul slow jam) and grab the whole thing below:

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Mayer Hawthorne: “Don’t Turn The Lights On” [Chromeo Cover] [mp3]

Download the “Impressions” EP here.

Also, check out the video for ELO’s “Mr. Blue Sky”. This version was recorded live, in one take, in a tiny makeshift tent, at a festival in Dour, Belgium” with his band, The County.

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