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Retired Oregon couple performs pandemic-related cover songs From Tom Petty to The Beatles, Bob and Nancy McCann are using their talent to bring joy and awareness amidst the pandemic. Author: Katherine Cook Updated: 12:05 AM PST February 27, 2021 MCMINNVILLE, Ore. — A McMinnville couple is gaining an online following for their collection of pandemic-related cover songs. Bob and Nancy McCann’s most recent effort is a cover of “The Waiting” by Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers. The McCanns' version is about waiting for a COVID-19 vaccine. “That was fun to do,” said Nancy McCann, 67. “I liked getting out my electric [guitar]!” The couple has been married 37 years and met while performing in the same band. While Nancy sings and strums, Bob, 75, plays the drums. Nancy’s recent songwriting streak started in November. To celebrate the presidential election, she wrote a cover of the Pennsylvania Polka in honor of President Joe Biden. The McCanns posted the Presidential Polka on Facebook and were surprised by the response.