Walkmen Shmalkmen.
It didn't seem like much on paper, but The Walkmen's re-make of Harry Nilsson's 1974 album, Pussy Cats (itself maybe not the greatest idea on paper), works exceptionally well as both a loving homage to Nilsson and his booze pals, and as a sort of one-last-blowout dedication to their now-defunct privately-run Brooklyn recording studio, Marcata. Its a shame, too, because the production and performances are top-notch, maybe the best I've ever heard from these guys--and they've had nothing but great recordings, if not always great songs, from the get-go. Plus, there's something to be said for taking a crazy idea and going all the way with it, just for kicks. There's also something to be said for sweet Ian Svenonius cameos, particularly on their version of Nilsson's version of "Save the Last Dance". My only gripe is that their take on "Don't Forget Me" isn't quite as awesome as Jonathan Fire*Eater's from a while back, which I'm farily certain you can find on the CD version of the When the Curtain Calls For You single, but NOT the 7" version.

The Walkmen feat. Ian Svenonius - "Save the Last Dance" (from Pussy Cats)
The Walkmen - "Mucho Mungo/Mt. Elga" (from Pussy Cats)
Jonathan Fire*Eater - "Don't Forget Me" (from When the Curtain Calls For You)