Weezer Cover Clash As Part Of New Album Package

10/14/09 3:11pm

by Jason MacNeil (CHARTattack)

Weezer are throwing out a bunch of bonus material to coincide with the release of their forthcoming seventh studio album, Raditude.

According to the band's website, Weezer are are offering fans exclusive extras if they order the album through the Weezer iTunes Pass for $19.99 U.S. Fans purchasing this package will receive different content starting with the band covering "Should I Stay Or Should I Go" by The Clash. A 30-second sample of the rendition is available at iTunes.

The iTunes Pass also includes a deluxe version of the new album, additional tracks, live recordings, remixes, behind-the-scenes footage and the music video for the single "(If You're Wondering If I Want You To) I Want You To." The various extras will be sent to fans in weekly installments up to Nov. 24. Fans ordering the album through iTunes also get two exclusive bonus tracks sent digitally on Nov. 3.

In related news, Weezer have also teamed up with the video game Tap Tap Revenge 3 which will enable players to listen to Weezer songs during the game.

Weezer have no upcoming tour dates confirmed but are expected to tour in support of Raditude.