Tune du Jour: “All Along the Watchtower” – Bob Dylan
THE CLASH of Cover Tunes: Neil Young and Bruce Springsteen vs. June Tabor vs. The Brothers and Sisters
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The Original
Bob Dylan:
Definitive Version
Jimi Hendrix:
Many critics consider this to be the greatest cover of all time. It’s hard to argue with. Dylan himself said something to the effect that this is Jimi’s song.
THE CLASH of Cover Tunes
Neil Young and Bruce Springsteen vs. June Tabor vs. The Brothers and Sisters
Neil Young and Bruce Springsteen:
June Tabor:
The Brothers and Sisters:
SPACE
Oh the disharmony! Much like Harlan County there are no neutrals here. It is your solemn responsibility to decide which cover song prevails. In other words … Which Side Are You On!??!
Disclaimer: Votes cast from Florida may or may not be counted.
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Although June Tabor has a very nice voice, and although the gospelized version of the song by the Brothers and Sisters was surprisingly good, I had to give the cover of this iconic song to two iconic performers and their rousing, rocking rendition.
I chose the minimalist soul/gospel version over the heavyweight sumo wrestling match. June Tabor was good and the use of fiddle over guitar was an added plus yet the bronze medal was awarded regardless.
Three very different takes on one classic song. Neil and Bruce were obviously channeling Hendrix in their electric version. June was more Dylanesque with an Irish flair. And the Brothers and Sisters offered their spiritual gospel rendition.
I love June’s voice and music in general. The Brothers and Sisters had me swaying and hand-clapping throughout their offering. But how do you argue with Neil and Bruce on the same stage wailing away? I couldn’t.
I’m a June Tabor fan, and expected to vote for her. Good version, but not enough for the win.
Good vocals offered by the gospel version, but had to vote for Neil and Bruce.