What would be some great cover songs for reggae?
I've made a couple of suggestions on covers throughout the years and I'm proud to say that Gizzae has done a few and makes them rock. My favorite cover is still Hotel California which Clem just nails with his guitar playing. Of course, the rest of band keeps it tight and makes it their own, but its always been that solo that stands out in that song, at least to me anyways. Regardless, it is a great cover and that got me thinking: What would be some great songs to cover Inna Reggae Stylee that haven't been done before?
Rock came up with a Zeppelin Tune that I guarantee you no one has covered. Guess which one? (Not Stairway)
What else can you think of that should be covered reggae style?
I thought James Taylor had a couple of worthy tunes. Mexico is one, and How Sweet it is is another.
How about Comfortably Numb from Pink Floyd?
Maybe Tom Petty's, You don't know how it feels.
Gizzae is much different than other reggae bands in that they are heavy on the guitar and since Ralph and Rocket also have wicked blues chops, they can cover tunes that other reggae bands might not attempt. That's what separates them from any other reggae band I've seen.
Every once in a while they'll let me pick some songs for the set list, and it's no mistake that I pick the fast songs, heavy on the guitar. Sometimes, Clem thinks I'm trying to kill him. But, that's what I dig.
What are your Gizzae favorites?
Here's my list:
The Marley Medley Closing Song - It just JAMS!
Hotel California - Always gets the crowd's attention
Just a little Herb - Just a great tune
Wild Goose Chase - Relevant prophetic tune that is heavy on the guitar
Turn it Down - The intro gets you
How Could I Leave? - Just miss them playing this great song
Jah Prophet Rise Again - The bass line is the first thing you notice
Jammin' - Usually a warm up tune that Clem loosens up to - awesome
Can't Stop Movin' - You really can't
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Rock came up with a Zeppelin Tune that I guarantee you no one has covered. Guess which one? (Not Stairway)
What else can you think of that should be covered reggae style?
I thought James Taylor had a couple of worthy tunes. Mexico is one, and How Sweet it is is another.
How about Comfortably Numb from Pink Floyd?
Maybe Tom Petty's, You don't know how it feels.
Gizzae is much different than other reggae bands in that they are heavy on the guitar and since Ralph and Rocket also have wicked blues chops, they can cover tunes that other reggae bands might not attempt. That's what separates them from any other reggae band I've seen.
Every once in a while they'll let me pick some songs for the set list, and it's no mistake that I pick the fast songs, heavy on the guitar. Sometimes, Clem thinks I'm trying to kill him. But, that's what I dig.
What are your Gizzae favorites?
Here's my list:
The Marley Medley Closing Song - It just JAMS!
Hotel California - Always gets the crowd's attention
Just a little Herb - Just a great tune
Wild Goose Chase - Relevant prophetic tune that is heavy on the guitar
Turn it Down - The intro gets you
How Could I Leave? - Just miss them playing this great song
Jah Prophet Rise Again - The bass line is the first thing you notice
Jammin' - Usually a warm up tune that Clem loosens up to - awesome
Can't Stop Movin' - You really can't
Send us your feedback!
Ride natty Ride, Crisis, --Sting-"all this time" There you have two really cool reggae tunes, and, that Sting one should be a real hit with the ladies.
Also don't be shy to play more Burning Spear and old school Peter Broggs.
Peace and blessings
ERIC
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Its funny that you mention the idea of reggae versions of James Taylor songs. That is something I have thought for a while. He is so MELLOW! you should do it. peace
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