Tune du Jour: “The Dolphins” – Fred Neil
THE CLASH of Cover Tunes: Richie Havens vs. Chrissie Hynde feat. Dave Gahan vs. Billy Bragg
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Fred Neil:
THE CLASH of Cover Tunes
Richie Havens vs. Chrissie Hynde feat. Dave Gahan vs. Billy Bragg
Richie Havens:
Chrissie Hynde feat. Dave Gahan:
Billy Bragg:
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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Richie Havens’ version meanders all over the place as if he were trying to find the right riff. It sounded like he was playing the song for the first time, just feeling it out. Terrible!
Chrissie’s vocals are excellent on this sad song. I was not as impressed with Dave’s efforts.
Bragg’s version was the first time that I had heard this song. He sings it so naturally, you would think that it was his own. And Cara Tivey’s background vocals are performed nicely as well. Better version than the original … world’s better than today’s competition.