Sometimes you just can't muck with a classic. Case in point, American Idol contestants have fubared some of the greatest songs of all time by trying to "make it their own." Not that a remake isn't possible, but you damn better know what you are doing. Some have successfully transformed a great song, into another great song with just with a different flavor.
One may be your taste over the other but they are both quality, IMO.
Here's my latest find. It's a remake of David Bowie's classic "Let's Dance." It's totally different than the original version but I love it. And of course, it has made it to my book playlist. Since there is no "official" video, I've provided you with this:
You like? Yeah? No? Not even if I threatened to staple your eyes shut? Me likey. Sorry if I just ruined your favorite Bowie song. :D
By the way...I thought I scheduled this for yesterday but in error it was scheduled for today. Sunday Downloads will usually be on Sunday.
Umbrella - Rihanna vs. Marrie Digby
I'll Always Love You - Dolly Parton vs. Whitney Houston
Behind Blue Eyes - The Who vs. Limp Biskit
Last Kiss - J. Frank Wilson and The Cavaliers vs. Pearl Jam
One may be your taste over the other but they are both quality, IMO.
Here's my latest find. It's a remake of David Bowie's classic "Let's Dance." It's totally different than the original version but I love it. And of course, it has made it to my book playlist. Since there is no "official" video, I've provided you with this:
You like? Yeah? No? Not even if I threatened to staple your eyes shut? Me likey. Sorry if I just ruined your favorite Bowie song. :D
By the way...I thought I scheduled this for yesterday but in error it was scheduled for today. Sunday Downloads will usually be on Sunday.
September 19, 2011 1:39 PM
Marie Digby for the WIN. I also really love her song paint me in your sunshine....
September 19, 2011 6:20 PM
Oh wow...I really like this!
September 19, 2011 8:47 PM
Mmm... primal. So different from the original, wow. Thanks for sharing this. I'm adding it to my playlist too.
September 21, 2011 8:16 PM
Gretchen - Agreed! Not a big fan of the other version.
Jessica - so glad I could give you back a little something for a change.
Diana - Ooooo, primal. It so is. Glad it made your playlist.
October 24, 2011 4:38 PM
Dana, the night was pure magic. You are a phenomenal hostess and an amazing artist. The creative sisterhood we shared that night was more intoxicating than the wine. And I'm not just saying that because I won the gift card. Lovin' the CD.
October 25, 2011 12:57 PM
Leslie, thank you so much. I love your comment, " The creative sisterhood we shared that night was more intoxicating than the wine" So true, so true. FYI... I think you hit the comment button for the wrong post because the last two comments you posted were for the post below. Just FYI.