Week VIII Playlist

[Al Truest]

This week I have included songs that Kate Bush has covered. Please compare them to the original artist's version or other performer's versions.

1) 'Rocket Man' from "Two Rooms" (Elton John tribute)
2) 'Candle in the Wind' Ditto
3) 'My Lagan Love' from TWW (also done by several)
4) 'Lord of the Reedy River' from TWW (Donovan)
5) 'Mna na hEirean' from "Celtic Heartbeat II"

Sinead O'Connor has covered the two traditional Celtic selections on this list, quite admirably and differently than Kate's renditions. Please give your opinion.

[Lori]

I only knew that Rocketman & CitW were covered. Will have to check out the originals for the others somewhere

[Al Truest]

Lori, I think you can hear all of the other versions of the tracks on 'The Genius that is Kate Bush" website. Donovan's original "The Lord of the Reedy River" is much slower than Kate's. It is good but not as good.

[Al Truest]

Any other thoughts out there? Don't be afraid to speak up.

[Al Truest]

This was my crapiest effort to date. Please see any other week!