The Best Cover in the History of Music.

[Peanut Butter Jelly Time]

While the title of this thread may be a bit too much hype to live up to, this is seriously one of the most... interesting covers in the history of music. While I'm not a fan of the band that did the cover all that much, I think they did an amazing job on working with a nearly completely revamped version of an 80s classic.

The Original: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1jSODuSo6x8

The Cover: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MfMa2lrFxhY

At the very worst, it's good old fashioned entertainment, and something people can shake their head at while simultaneously getting a song stuck in their head.

Feel free to post your nominees for the best covers ever, but FOR THE LOVE OF GOD, NO KILLSWITCH ENGAGE HOLY DIVER COVERS. I'm sorry, but they utterly murdered a classic song, which is sad, because I love Killswitch other than that. :(

[Drew]

What song is it? (Not clicking because I pay per KB)

[Peanut Butter Jelly Time]

Temptation, by Heaven 17/Cradle of Filth

[Drew]

Sounds like some really lame metal bands.

[Peanut Butter Jelly Time]

Sounds like some really lame metal bands.

Thanks for your misguided attempt at, uhm, useful input? Pretty much on par with what I expected from you. Anyway, back on topic!

[Celephais]

Favorite cover: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yg_rf2d894k
Powerhour favorite: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RZqDBPh60Nw

[Tisket]

It wasn't misguided. It was on topic and dead accurate.

Or did you not actually want opinions?

[Tisket]

Favorite cover: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yg_rf2d894k
Powerhour favorite: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RZqDBPh60Nw

Awesome.

[Peanut Butter Jelly Time]

It wasn't misguided. It was on topic and dead accurate.

Or did you not actually want opinions?

Heaven 17 is by no means a metal band, and Drew was making comments based on absolutely nothing, as he even stated he didn't bother listening to the music. If you didn't hear the music, you don't really have a valid means of critiquing it.

[Tisket]

I didn't care for them even a little bit. Horrible.

Anyway, here is my contribution to the thread: http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=D-yy2URAYqU

[Mighty Nikkisaurus]

I didn't care for them even a little bit. Horrible.

Anyway, here is my contribution to the thread: http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=D-yy2URAYqU

:rofl: That is pure awesome

[Tisket]

<3 Shatner

[Celephais]

PBJT I watched your cover (well... half of it before I couldn't stand it) ... I guess I can see how you thought it was sorta entertaining, but if you like the ironic switch of genres, might I suggest...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nhaQlFLXK4c

And tisket... I hate you :(

[Peanut Butter Jelly Time]

PBJT I watched your cover (well... half of it before I couldn't stand it) ... I guess I can see how you thought it was sorta entertaining, but if you like the ironic switch of genres, might I suggest...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nhaQlFLXK4c

And tisket... I hate you :(

Now THAT is something I'd pay to dine near.

[LadyLaphrael]

PBJT I watched your cover (well... half of it before I couldn't stand it) ... I guess I can see how you thought it was sorta entertaining, but if you like the ironic switch of genres, might I suggest...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nhaQlFLXK4c

And tisket... I hate you :(

Perhaps the best part of the Dawn of the Dead remake.

[Tisket]

And tisket... I hate you :(

haha, be glad I stopped at one then. I have other links and I'm not afraid to use them!

[Mighty Nikkisaurus]

haha, be glad I stopped at one then. I have other links and I'm not afraid to use them!

Aw, don't stop at just one!

And now I know what I'm going to blast in retaliation next time the neighbors throw a loud party until 4 am.

[Tisket]

Aw, don't stop at just one!

And now I know what I'm going to blast in retaliation next time the neighbors throw a loud party until 4 am.

I'm holding the rest of my arsenal in reserve. I will unleash youtube armageddon one day. You watch.

I did find this though: http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=p55YD8QhQ3o

[TheSmooth1]

The only thing I liked from Cradle of Filth is their cover of Bloody Tears of Castlevania. Mostly because they don't open their mouths in it.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iafG4uZyFZQ

I can't find the original on Youtube but this sounds fucking awesome anyway so: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_MM_Q0nfaG0&feature=related

Also, Iced Earth's cover on God of Thunder is the best cover ever.

Original: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SY-yr6qYU7U

Much better version: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5FWycGbQJ54

There are some hot jumping girls in the Kiss version though.

[NocturnalRob]

Temptation is a great song, but I'll be honest...didn't really like that cover. That being said, I clicked into this thread thinking that it was going to be album covers and was all amped for graphics. So immediately I thought of this:

http://www.stevecarter.com/albumcovers.htm

You'll note my former avatar, Devastatin' Dave

[Peanut Butter Jelly Time]

The only thing I liked from Cradle of Filth is their cover of Bloody Tears of Castlevania. Mostly because they don't open their mouths in it.

ZING!

New cover raging to the top of the charts!

Like the Wind by Patrick Swayze / Vibekingz feat. Maliq

Original: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kO4I7i2mSAI&feature=related

Cover: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fpbJG4M3orw&feature=related

A little too boybandish for my tastes, but it's something different. Akon could've pulled it off, but I'm not sure about this guy. :p

[TheSmooth1]

Am I the only person who would seriously cry if my music were deleted?

I really would. So much shit to replace that I'd forget so much.

[Nieninque]

It wasn't misguided. It was on topic and dead accurate.

Not really.
Heaven 17 are no more heavy metal than Madonna. They are a cheesy 1980's pop band. As the topic was about good cover songs, the sound of the bands name wasn't on topic either, so you are incorrect on both counts.

I can't listen to any of the links from work but will view and post in this thread with interest when I get home. I do like a good cover version (but it needs to be an interpretation of the original to be a good cover - not just someone else doing it the same).

[War Angel]

My favorite cover right now:

Original: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B2iFbVFSQas&feature=related
The Who

Cover: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mpgvQRTXWco
Pearl Jam

[Skeeter]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gi2CfuqcUGE


Not really a cover but so full of win it needs to be included.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XFR-8NVjw-k

[Sean]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ArnmDSvpurM

[NocturnalRob]

PBJT I watched your cover (well... half of it before I couldn't stand it) ... I guess I can see how you thought it was sorta entertaining, but if you like the ironic switch of genres, might I suggest...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nhaQlFLXK4c

And tisket... I hate you :(

hahaha...awesome. that just went out to my email chain

[Skeeter]

another freaking classic

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OCbuRA_D3KU

[NocturnalRob]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XFR-8NVjw-k

awesome, Skeeter. Just...fucking awesome.

[NocturnalRob]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nhaQlFLXK4c


and because i worship everything GNR:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mr7EBuz-2xI

[Peanut Butter Jelly Time]

and because i worship everything GNR:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mr7EBuz-2xI

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U0wmYJ3yj0c&feature=related

I'm not sure if I should think of Backlash, or Tisket's avatar when I hear that song, but both come to mind.

[Chaddy]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BUJ22ts_S8g

[Peanut Butter Jelly Time]

Ok, this is another TERRIBLE injustice of musical destruction, but the "Whistle Solo" literally made me crack up.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CtC4YGjpN8c&feature=related

[Some Rogue]

My favorite cover right now:

Original: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B2iFbVFSQas&feature=related
The Who

Cover: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mpgvQRTXWco
Pearl Jam

:thumbup:

[NocturnalRob]

Ok, this is another TERRIBLE injustice of musical destruction, but the "Whistle Solo" literally made me crack up.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CtC4YGjpN8c&feature=related

Richard Cheese is about to get his own thread...

[Skeeter]

I hate Dick Cheese. My wife thinks he's the funniest shit ever.

[Mighty Nikkisaurus]

I hate Dick Cheese. My wife thinks he's the funniest shit ever.

*guilty*

His version of "Closer" seriously makes me hysterical every time I hear it.

There's just something hilarious about his voice cheerfully singing "I want to fuck you like an animal!"

[Drunken Durfin]

While the title of this thread may be a bit too much hype to live up to, this is seriously one of the most... interesting covers in the history of music. While I'm not a fan of the band that did the cover all that much, I think they did an amazing job on working with a nearly completely revamped version of an 80s classic.

The Original: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1jSODuSo6x8

The Cover: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MfMa2lrFxhY



In response to the original post I have only this:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rDVgowxfAcg

As for my musical taste, here is my favorite artist performing my favorite song:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xpcUxwpOQ_A

[Latrinsorm]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AratTMGrHaQ

Jeff Buckley's Hallelujah (cover of Leonard Cohen). For some reason it's different from the studio version and he misses a chord change, but it's still f-in rad.

[Stanley Burrell]

While the title of this thread may be a bit too much hype to live up to, this is seriously one of the most... interesting covers in the history of music. While I'm not a fan of the band that did the cover all that much, I think they did an amazing job on working with a nearly completely revamped version of an 80s classic.

The Original: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1jSODuSo6x8

The Cover: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MfMa2lrFxhY

At the very worst, it's good old fashioned entertainment, and something people can shake their head at while simultaneously getting a song stuck in their head.

Feel free to post your nominees for the best covers ever, but FOR THE LOVE OF GOD, NO KILLSWITCH ENGAGE HOLY DIVER COVERS. I'm sorry, but they utterly murdered a classic song, which is sad, because I love Killswitch other than that. :(

I'm going to have to say... "Come with me" by Puff Daddy using Led Zepplin's "Cashmere" for the 1998 Godzilla soundtrack.

Best album cover: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hlynf--lsxA

[Latrinsorm]

The Pearl Jam guy screaming makes my voice hurt. :(

[Nieninque]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k_Qe8d95vCc

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WT0ETqsPJpQ

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JrcpxpbgAnc&feature=related

That will do for now.

[Ashlander]

If we're gonna talk about good covers gotta go with
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UU4vNoiOETU

[NocturnalRob]

*guilty*

His version of "Closer" seriously makes me hysterical every time I hear it.

There's just something hilarious about his voice cheerfully singing "I want to fuck you like an animal!"

umm...gotta take it with a grain of salt. he's hysterical. "Rape Me" is funny shit... "Here's one for the ladies..."

"I'll kiss your open sores...thank you!"

perfect mix of decent musicianship and hokey lounge

[Nieninque]

Another great one

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=15YA0nHpGfI

[Back]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cSJP38VBbBw

[NocturnalRob]

whatever. this is the greatest cover ever. bar none.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QoQdLJt--kE

because these images are ever-engrained in my mind in association with this song:

http://www.cineclub.de/images/2001/the_big_lebowski_1.jpg

http://img5.allocine.fr/acmedia/medias/nmedia/18/65/08/84/18827132.jpg

[Stanley Burrell]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SzgZJEpLuw0

::runs::

[NocturnalRob]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SzgZJEpLuw0

::runs::

HAHAHAHA...

damn you, Stanley!!

[Some Rogue]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BCwCBh0z3Hs

[drigore]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q2F5piurv-0

[Latrinsorm]

Nien, you know I love you, but that Devil Went Down to Georgia cover was weaksauce through and through. It was as if a bunch of high schoolers did a poor job imitating Charlie Daniels Band's exact sound. Wonderwall at least had something to it.

[Tisket]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AratTMGrHaQ

Jeff Buckley's Hallelujah (cover of Leonard Cohen). For some reason it's different from the studio version and he misses a chord change, but it's still f-in rad.

The version that Brandi Carlile performed live at KCRW.com is far superior.

edit: man, I tried to link the song but having issues finding it. I know it exists though since it is on my fucking ipod. Grrr.

[Latrinsorm]

It's mathematically impossible to be far superior to the best song ever, MISS. I haughtily await your challenge.

(I do like Brandi Carlile though, she comes up on my pandora.com all the time.)

[Nieninque]

Nien, you know I love you, but that Devil Went Down to Georgia cover was weaksauce through and through. It was as if a bunch of high schoolers did a poor job imitating Charlie Daniels Band's exact sound. Wonderwall at least had something to it.


How very dare you.

[Tisket]

It's mathematically impossible to be far superior to the best song ever, MISS. I haughtily await your challenge.


I fail at Google today. You'll just have to trust that my taste is superior to your own.

[Zarli]

While the title of this thread may be a bit too much hype to live up to, this is seriously one of the most... interesting covers in the history of music. While I'm not a fan of the band that did the cover all that much, I think they did an amazing job on working with a nearly completely revamped version of an 80s classic.

The Original: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1jSODuSo6x8

The Cover: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MfMa2lrFxhY

At the very worst, it's good old fashioned entertainment, and something people can shake their head at while simultaneously getting a song stuck in their head.

Feel free to post your nominees for the best covers ever, but FOR THE LOVE OF GOD, NO KILLSWITCH ENGAGE HOLY DIVER COVERS. I'm sorry, but they utterly murdered a classic song, which is sad, because I love Killswitch other than that. :(



The original made me want to puke.. the cover uhhh I dont know I'm numb to it, it was just weird. I like a little gothic-ish music sometimes but ok I hate that blonde, the whole thing felt really scattered, all over the place geez, it left me needing to meditate or nap or take a shower or something. :(

[Barundar]

This probably means I'm some kind of hippy but hell with it, its a good cover.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gCVoqpKqfl4

[Kuyuk]

cover: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DR91Rj1ZN1M

Orig: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9ZRib_aAQFQ&feature=related

[Kuyuk]

http://www.glumbert.com/media/littleozzy

[TheEschaton]

Ani DiFranco singing Amazing Grace:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bpt6lNFnDOI

[Soulpieced]

Best video game cover of all time - no questions asked.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lUOhALUNUEI

[Nieninque]

Ani DiFranco singing Amazing Grace:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bpt6lNFnDOI

I love Ani DiFranco, but that song irritates me.

[Soulpieced]

Better cover of Amazing Grace.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pEyEu-hS0fA

[Nilandia]

Not sure if they're the best ever, but some covers I enjoy. In some cases, I don't listen to the originals because the covers are far better in my opinion.

Metallica ~ The Unforgiven
Original: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5cGvzApDZKI
Cover by Apocalyptica: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xqUXDdJ3C-c
(I actually adore many of Apocalyptica's covers, but this one's my favorite, along with Nothing Else Matters)

Prong ~ Snap Your Fingers, Snap Your Neck
Original: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cl-5TrGakWY
Cover by Demon Hunter: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bxrkN-_l9X0

U2 ~ Sunday Bloody Sunday
Original: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fd1mKaxN6EY
Cover by Pillar: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7N8Bp3WKgz0

U2 ~ Beautiful Day
Original: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=omFdpnSu57U
Cover by Sanctus Real: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xe9_l5GlOr8

Goo Goo Dolls ~ Long Way Down
Original: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VjNCUV2YO6I
Cover by Haste the Day: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GFWThq0yOf4

Sisters of Mercy ~ Lucretia, My Reflection
Original: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IuezNswtRfo
Cover by Project 86: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=djVG_hUof40

Gretchen

[Latrinsorm]

I fail at Google today. You'll just have to trust that my taste is superior to your own.I found a couple live versions. She's lovely and all, BUT she's very clearly doing Jeff Buckley's version with not-quite-Jeff-Buckley's voice or guitar skills. If I hadn't ever heard his, I'd certainly give her the crown, but come on. (Normally I would trust you!)

[Tisket]

I found a couple live versions.

Link? Post both and let someone else decide.

Although it's probably not a fair contest since I don't know how anyone can be expected to stay awake through the snooze-inducing guitar intro of Buckley's version. It's like he popped a handful of qualudes before recording.

My faith in your taste is seriously shaken.

[The Ponzzz]

I personally think CoF did a great job with it. But then again, I like CoF.

[The Ponzzz]

Also:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6BqxccNMKrk (Original and fucking awesome)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sod3mGvLxSc (cover, by Jonathon Davis of Korn, beautiful)

[ZeP]

Not really a cover, just two songs mixed together:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-4IECGgyLKo

warning to some: rap

[Tisket]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-4IECGgyLKo

warning to some: rap

Whenever I remind myself that I dislike a particular genre of music along comes a song in that genre that I enjoy. Never fails.

[ZeP]

So I guess we won't find you in St Louis rollin on dubs?

Fuck Skynyrd anyway, touring with 1 or less original band members.

EDIT: Oh, I can't read I guess. Nevermind.

[The Ponzzz]

I personally hate Nelly. I would not claim Nelly to be rap at all. Maybe weak hip hop. WEAK!!

[Snapp]

Not really a cover, just two songs mixed together:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-4IECGgyLKo

warning to some: rap

Not bad.. I kinda like that.

[kookiegod]

Some great music posted in this thread.

Mario, thanks for the Neil Diamond one, awesome.

Gretchen knows I love my cello playing freaks, and i'll be seeing them in September! w00t!

Spent a lot of time looking at music tonight, so thanks. :)

For my own contributions...starting with some Skynyrd...

Original: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sHQ_aTjXObs

Cover: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2fmSF4chL2I

Staying with them, but moving to Metallica...

Original: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1KimRBOzXr0

Cover: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-syiZhHaN3I

And this one was definitely missing so far...

Original: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g0bZtf5MCzY&feature=related
Cover: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SmVAWKfJ4Go

And i hope no one ever covers these two, well, one did already as Seether did it, but two of my favorite songs ever.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PowCFdg0rrY&feature=related

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dj7DDLtU8Yg

These ones won't ever be covered, and in another genre entirely, but it has soul, and if you like drums or violin, you'll like.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cF8zc10ahR4
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QYW63J648i0

Alrighty, enough for now, was fun to watch all your stuff, got a few new favorite songs too, and a few new bands to watch for.

~Paul

[Mighty Nikkisaurus]

I personally hate Nelly. I would not claim Nelly to be rap at all. Maybe weak hip hop. WEAK!!

I like his stuff.

There are only a few genres of music I can't get into/appreciate.. as far as rap goes, there's so many different styles from different areas of the country that even though it is all "rap" that each regional style is basically it's own sub-genre.

Anyway, I like that Skynrd and Nelly mix.

[Tisket]

So I guess we won't find you in St Louis rollin on dubs?



I don't know what this means.

[Latrinsorm]

Although it's probably not a fair contest since I don't know how anyone can be expected to stay awake through the snooze-inducing guitar intro of Buckley's version. It's like he popped a handful of qualudes before recording. HE'S INTROPSECTIVE AND BEAUTIFUL NOT BORING. I HATE YOU, YOU'RE NOT MY REAL MOM!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Brandi Carlile
http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=-5248238467319932525

Jeff Buckley again
http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=195534179015531940&q=jeff+buckley+hallelujah&ei=ftaVSIvlOomSrwLy-_TRBQ

[TheRunt]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gi2CfuqcUGE


Not really a cover but so full of win it needs to be included.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XFR-8NVjw-k

I don't think I ever seen the video. But showing my age I loved that when it first came out. :)

[TheRunt]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k_Qe8d95vCc

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WT0ETqsPJpQ

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JrcpxpbgAnc&feature=related

That will do for now.

Not bad at all. My wife loves the Beatles and Siouxie I'm gonna have to email her the link.

[TheRunt]

and because i worship everything GNR:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mr7EBuz-2xI

Another good one like this but it isn't really a cover since its done by the same band. Is the Bloodhound Gang I wish I was queer Live lounge version I can't find it anywhere on the web. I used to have it somewhere. But I think its long lost. If anyone can find it let me know.

[Kuyuk]

You mean you cant find this?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oDXgD5y0Usg

this? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FtEEUH3U3F8&feature=related

this? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QJk-XspPDUU&feature=related

Did you even look? heheheh.

[Peanut Butter Jelly Time]

You mean you cant find this?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oDXgD5y0Usg

this? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FtEEUH3U3F8&feature=related

this? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QJk-XspPDUU&feature=related

Did you even look? heheheh.

If I was him, I wouldn't have looked either. *_*

[TheRunt]

You mean you cant find this?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oDXgD5y0Usg

this? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FtEEUH3U3F8&feature=related

this? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QJk-XspPDUU&feature=related

Did you even look? heheheh.

Thats the song and I found those. Just not the version I was talking about. They did a "lounge version" cover of there own song. Slowed down and lounge singer style. You know the kind I'm talking about cheap suit. Flirty with all the middle age women type of lounge singer.

[Kuyuk]

Ahhhh..


K.