Kurt Baker’s
Got It Covered Album Finally Available on Vinyl!

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Today I’m stoked to share that Kurt Baker, the New York-based musician, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer perhaps best known for being an integral part of the 2000s pop-punk band The Leftovers, his solo career after with The Kurt Baker Band, as well as his “have a good time all the time” tagline, has the following to share:

Hey everyone — I’m beyond excited to finally share this with you…

For the very first time ever, ‘Got It Covered’ is coming out on VINYL! This record means a lot to me — it’s my first release, and it’s a tribute to the songs and artists that helped shape my sound from day one.

‘Got It Covered‘ is a collection of covers of classic power pop songs — the stuff that made me fall in love with melody, hooks, jangly guitars, and timeless songwriting. Getting to put my own spin on these tracks was how I found my voice early on, and that spirit is all over this record.

This re-issue is something special. We’ve given it a brand new master for vinyl, handled by Justin Perkins at Mystery Room Mastering, so it sounds bigger, warmer, and better than ever on a turntable. It also features all-new artwork, giving it a fresh look while staying true to the original vibe.

Same great power pop essentials — done the KB way — celebrating the classics while cranking up the energy.

And to make it even more special, the first 90 copies are personally signed by me — so if you want one of those, don’t wait!

Thanks so much for sticking with me over the years. I can’t wait for you to hear (and spin) this one the way it was meant to be heard.

Before we explore the re-issue further, take a look at the original Got It Covered album cover artwork from the 2010 version.

That’s a nice amount of hype; let’s explore a bit further. From the album’s press release, “Kurt Baker and Oglio Records are bringing a cult favorite back to life. Originally released in 2010 as the explosive introduction to Baker’s solo career, Got It Covered will finally receive its long-awaited vinyl debut on August 14, 2026 — newly remastered for both vinyl and digital platforms and led by the release of the first single, Baker’s electrified take on Blondie’s classic ‘Hanging on the Telephone.’

Produced by Linus of Hollywood and featuring guest appearances from Kay Hanley (Letters To Cleo) and drummer Adam Marcello, Got It Covered captures Baker channeling the spirit of late-’70s and early-’80s new wave, punk, and power pop through seven adrenaline-charged covers from artists like Elvis Costello, Joe Jackson, The Knack, Nick Lowe, and The Vapors.

While the original release quickly became a fan favorite among power-pop devotees, it never appeared on vinyl — until now.

Fully remastered specifically for analog release, the new edition brings added warmth, clarity, and punch to a record that already felt tailor-made for the format. From the frantic hooks of ‘Hanging on the Telephone’ to the razor-sharp melodies of ‘Cruel To Be Kind’ and ‘Pump It Up,” Got It Covered serves as both a celebration of Baker’s influences and a showcase for the sound that would define his solo catalog for years to come.”

We dig it, and that’s why we wanted to share the news, to spread awareness. You can find out more and pick up a copy right here.

Here’s a track that was mentioned above. Dare you not to love the cover.  And the cartoon feel vibes within the video for Baker’s “Hanging on the Telephone” from Oglio’s YouTube channel:

(All credits and rights to Oglio and Kurt Baker)

And of course, there’s artwork for the song as well. Check it out below.

The new cover artwork for the 2026 release (complete with red vinyl) now looks like this:

The Got It Covered tracklist:

1. Let Me Out
2. Hanging on the Telephone
3. Pump It Up
4. I’ve Done Everything For You
5. Is She Really Going Out With Him?
6. Cruel To Be Kind
7. Turning Japanese

Stay up to date with and listen to more of Kurt’s music at the following links:

• Linktree: linktr.ee/kurtmiltonbaker
• Instagram: instagram.com/kurtmiltonbaker
• Bandcamp: kurtbaker.bandcamp.com
• YouTube: youtube.com/user/kurtbakermusic
• Apple Music: Kurt Baker on Apple Music
• Spotify: Kurt Baker on Spotify
• Facebook: facebook.com/KurtBakerMusic

Alex M Theel

Co-Founder, Reviewer, Content Creator, Business side, Editor at Scummy Water Tower Productions | Web

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