Billy Bragg: “Waiting for the Great Leap Forward”

Posted: August 13, 2025 in THE CLASH of Cover Tunes
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Tune du Jour: “Waiting for the Great Leap Forward” – Billy Bragg
THE CLASH of Cover Tunes: U2 vs. Kowtow vs. Whyte
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The Original

Billy Bragg:

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Discount vs. Barnyard Fury vs. The GO Set
Discount:
Barnyard Fury:
The GO Set:

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Elvis Presley: “In the Ghetto”

Posted: August 11, 2025 in THE CLASH of Cover Tunes
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Tune du Jour: “In the Ghetto” – Elvis Presley
THE CLASH of Cover Tunes: Natalie Merchant and Tracy Chapman vs. The Persuasions vs. Nick Cave and The Bad Seeds
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This song illustrates what Elvis could of (should of) been if not for the inexplicable power and persuasion of the loathsome, manipulative Colonel Tom Parker. Elvis had so much soul and one of the greatest voices of all time. He wanted badly to sing gospel, rhythm and blues, rockabilly and rock. But somehow Parker had a hold of him and badgered him into all sorts of endeavors that Elvis was averse to. It was Parker that signed the movie deals that made Elvis a cartoon and forced him to sing mostly goofy ridiculous songs. Elvis hated it but for whatever reasons could not break away. We’ll never know why Parker had the power he did over Elvis and more importantly what could have been if he hadn’t.

Elvis Presley:

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Natalie Merchant and Tracy Chapman vs. The Persuasions vs. Nick Cave and The Bad Seeds
Natalie Merchant and Tracy Chapman:
The Persuasions:
Nick Cave and The Bad Seeds:

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Lulu: “Here Comes the Night”

Posted: August 9, 2025 in THE CLASH of Cover Tunes
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Tune du Jour: “Here Comes the Night” – Lulu
THE CLASH of Cover Tunes: David Bowie vs. The Exciters vs. Dwight Yoakam
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Just to clarify, Them was the first to record the song in October 1964, however, they did not release it until March 5, 1965. Lulu released her version in November 1964.

The First Release

Lulu:

Definitive Version

Them:

THE CLASH of Cover Tunes

David Bowie vs. The Exciters vs. Dwight Yoakam
David Bowie:
The Exciters:

Kerry, I threw you a bone here. Thought you would appreciate some Dwight Yoakum …

Dwight Yoakam:

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George Hamilton IV: “Break My Mind”

Posted: August 8, 2025 in THE CLASH of Cover Tunes
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Tune du Jour: “Break My Mind” – George Hamilton IV
THE CLASH of Cover Tunes: The Flying Burrito Brothers vs. The Byrds vs. Wreckless Eric
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The Original

George Hamilton IV:

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The Flying Burrito Brothers vs. The Byrds vs. Wreckless Eric
The Flying Burrito Brothers:
The Byrds:
Wreckless Eric:

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The Pogues: “Fairytale of New York”

Posted: August 6, 2025 in THE CLASH of Cover Tunes
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Tune du Jour: “Fairytale of New York” – The Pogues
THE CLASH of Cover Tunes: Amy McDonald with Dave Ruffy vs. Puddles Pity Party feat Storm Large vs. Billy Bragg & Florence and The Machine
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The Original

The duet between Shane and Kirsty is simply magnificent!!! What a masterpiece!!!

The Pogues:

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There are so many fine artists that paid homage to this song, it was ridiculous narrowing it down to three.

Amy McDonald and Dave Ruffy vs. Puddles Pity Party feat Storm Large vs. Billy Bragg & Florence and The Machine
Amy McDonald and Dave Ruffy:
Puddles Pity Party feat Storm Large:
Billy Bragg & Florence and The Machine:

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Jackson Browne: “These Days”

Posted: August 4, 2025 in THE CLASH of Cover Tunes
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RESENDING THIS POST AS THE PRIOR ONE HAD THE WRONG 10,000 MANIACS SONG

Tune du Jour: “These Days” – Jackson Browne
THE CLASH of Cover Tunes: Paul Westerberg vs. Fountains of Wayne vs. 10,000 Maniacs
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Song by Paul’s request (yes, you can do that).

The Original

Nico:

Such a beautifully poignant and reflective song of a man’s life. Simply amazing that Jackson Browne wrote it in high school at age 16.

Nico recorded it in 1967. There were a few versions thereafter before Jackson finally got a recording contract and released his own definitive version in 1973.

Jackson Browne:

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Paul Westerberg vs. Fountains of Wayne vs. 10,000 Maniacs
Paul Westerberg:
Fountains of Wayne:
10,000 Maniacs:

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The Temptations: “My Girl”

Posted: August 2, 2025 in THE CLASH of Cover Tunes
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Tune du Jour: “My Girl” – The Temptations
THE CLASH of Cover Tunes: Prince Buster vs. The Jesus and Mary Chain vs. The Cats
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The Original

Such a simple, beautiful song. Motown at its finest. Always great to hear it!

The Temptations:

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Prince Buster vs. The Jesus and Mary Chain vs. The Cats
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The Jesus and Mary Chain:
The cats:

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Bob Dylan: “All Along the Watchtower”

Posted: August 1, 2025 in THE CLASH of Cover Tunes
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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:

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The Beatles: “I Wanna Hold Your Hand”

Posted: July 30, 2025 in THE CLASH of Cover Tunes
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Tune du Jour: “I Wanna Hold Your Hand” – The Beatles
THE CLASH of Cover Tunes: The Smithereens vs. Alex Chilton vs. The Dickies
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The Original

The Beatles:

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The Smithereens vs. Alex Chilton vs. The Dickies
The Smithereens:
Alex Chilton:
The Dickies:

SPACE

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The Rolling Stones: “Gimme Shelter”

Posted: July 28, 2025 in THE CLASH of Cover Tunes
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Tune du Jour: “Gimme Shelter” – The Rolling Stones
THE CLASH of Cover Tunes: Playing for Change feat. Taj Mahal vs. Patti Smith vs. New Model Army feat. Tom Jones
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The Original

Arnie’s favorite Rolling Stones’ song. It’s up there for me as well. Enjoy …

The Rolling Stones:

U2 with Mick Jagger:

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Playing for Change feat. Taj Mahal vs. Patti Smith vs. New Model Army feat. Tom Jones
Playing for Change feat. Taj Mahal:
Patti Smith:
New Model Army feat. Tom Jones:

SPACE

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