The Rules for Battle: Each week, we pit versions of the same song by two different artists in a head-to-head death match for musical supremacy. (Sometimes it will be the original recording vs. a cover version; other times it will be two different covers.) Then it's up to you to decide: Listen to and vote on which version you think should emerge victorious and which should be sent packing. May the best band win!



The Song: 'Can't Help Falling in Love' (original version by Elvis Presley)

The Contestants: Ingrid Michaelson vs. Pearl Jam

In This Corner -- Ingrid Michaelson: There's a good chance you'll have heard this flame-haired Staten Islander's clear and pleasant voice on TV shows like 'Grey's Anatomy' and 'One Tree Hill.' But don't be fooled, she's not just a background sound hound, she's a hardened Hotel Cafe veteran and recently supported Mr. Jason Mraz
on his fall 2008 tour. Have a listen and see if she sets your heartstrings aflutter.

Ingrid Michaelson, 'Can't Help Falling in Love (Live at Daytrotter)'


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In This Corner -- Pearl Jam: These Bush-hatin' Seattle shellbacks have done it all. Entering their 19th year and showing no signs of slowing down, they are set to reissue their debut album, 'Ten,' in no less than four editions, with a whole mess of remixes and extra stuff thrown in. They're also working on their ninth studio album, with beloved producer Brendan O'Brien, pegged for release later this year. Will their take on Elvis' classic tune make you feel all warm and mushy inside, or are they just too darned grizzly?

Pearl Jam, 'Can't Help Falling in Love (Live)'