In these times of recycling , the cover version is much maligned beast. Whether it is the misguided love for a song (I’m looking at you Guns and Roses … ‘Sympathy for the Devil’, really?) or in the hands of a hack out to make a name or just make some cash, covering an established, well-loved song is an easy route. No inspiration required. On the other hand, when an artist takes a song and takes the essence while adding something new to it can be a real treat.
There are two songs that in my opinion stand out a great cover versions. These are my own views and do not necessarily represent the views of any other contributor to the site – but I am right.

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