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The Kinks: “Better Things”

Posted: September 22, 2025 in THE CLASH of Cover Tunes
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Tune du Jour: “Better Things” – The Kinks
THE CLASH of Cover Tunes: Marky Ramone and The Intruders vs. Dar Williams vs. Pearl Jam vs. Fountains of Wayne
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Probably my favorite song by The Kinks. So simple yet so perfect.

The Original

The Kinks:

Truly Great Version

Ray Davies and Bruce Springsteen:

THE CLASH of Cover Tunes

Some really nice covers of what I would consider a somewhat obscure gem of The Kinks. Not easy whittling it down to four.

Marky Ramone and The Intruders vs. Dar Williams vs. Pearl Jam vs. Fountains of Wayne
Marky Ramone and The Intruders:
Dar Williams:
Pearl Jam:
Fountains of Wayne:

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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!??!

   

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The Kinks: “Better Things”

Posted: November 28, 2013 in THE CLASH of Cover Tunes
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"Free markets will not prevail without unfettered competition among cover songs." - Milton Friedbird

“Free markets will not prevail without unfettered competition among cover songs.” – Milton Friedbyrd

One of my favorite songs by The Kinks and featuring one of my favorite covers.

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The Original

The Kinks:

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The Cover Songs Competition

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Fountains of Wayne vs. Dar Williams

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Fountains of Wayne:

Simply terrific!

Dar Williams:

Another excellent version! This song seems to bring the best out of a musician.

Oh the disharmony! Much like Harlan County there are no neutrals here. Only one cover tune will live to play another day and it is your solemn responsibility to decide which one prevails. So tell me … Which Side Are You On?!!?

Also, keep in mind that if you should spontaneously self-actualize while playing a cover then you could – and probably should – nominate it for Top 10 (i.e. “Impeccable”) consideration.

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