Posts Tagged ‘Rita Marley’

Tune du Jour: “Johnny Was” – Bob Marley and The Wailers
THE CLASH of Cover Tunes: Shahar Mintz vs. Nico Bereciartua feat. Felipe Agote vs. Mike Cavano
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I did not realize until now that “Johnny Was” was written by Rita Marley. Makes so much sense though. The song definitely exhibits the sensibilities of a grieving mother.

The Original

Bob Marley and The Wailers:
Stiff Little Fingers:

I would not affront Bob’s legacy by suggesting someone else performed a “definitive version” of this beautiful lament. At the same time, I could not include the SLF version in the competition as it would have been patently unfair to the other contestants.

THE CLASH of Cover Tunes

Shahar Mintz vs. Nico Bereciartua feat. Felipe Agote vs. Mike Cavano
Shahar Mintz:
Nico Bereciartua feat. Felipe Agote:
Mike Cavano (of reggae-dub-rock band, Suburban Sunrise):

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!??!

   

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