A.C. Newman Covers a-ha's "Take on Me" for Starbucks

Maybe his new labelmates Sonic Youth told him about their "free biscotti for life" cards, and he just couldn't resist. A.C. Newman, New Pornographers frontman and solo artist, will offer up his, er, take on a-ha's "Awesome 80s Dance Mix" staple (and totes great song) "Take on Me" for a Starbucks Valentine's Day-themed compilation. No word on any more release details, though one assumes as soon as the coffee cups go all seasonal red, you can cop Carl's cover and more up by the...

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