One of the few Beatles tracks with George Harrison gracing the lead vocals. And none the worse for it!
Tag: Pop Rock
31/03/2019: “You’re Pretty Good Looking” by The White Stripes
This song is a great example of the grungy, satirical style the White Stripes often pursued. It’s about relationships where the woman loses financial independence…
09/10/2018: “Radio Ga Ga” by Queen
The song “Video Killed The Radio Star” has much of the same message, but it’s nowhere near as potent as this. “Radio Ga Ga” is…
02/10/2018: “Drain You” by Nirvana
Nirvana released Nevermind in 1991, and shot to super stardom. Arguably, this had tragic results, but the album, however much Cobain wanted to turn his back…
15/09/2018: “I Get Around” by The Beach Boys
I wasn’t around in the early 60s in California, but when I listen to this, I’m right there cruising in a Chevy along the beachfront!…
23/08/2018: “Dead Ringer For Love” by Meatloaf & Cher
It would be easy to go for one of Meatloaf’s famous theatrical power ballads, like “Bat Out Of Hell”, or “Paradise By The Dashboard Light”….
15/08/2018: “Friday On My Mind” by The Easybeats
“Friday On My Mind” has been covered many times by artists such as The Shadows, Gary Moore, Bruce Springsteen, Blue Oyster Cult, and David Bowie….