We got some pre-written blurb to go with this single announcement, but before I give you the copy with all the details I just want to emphasise why you need to listen to this song. Prince's original is a light rock classic. There's a well-known cover by Sinead O'Connor that really did it justice as … Continue reading Classic Covers: Nikka Costa – Nothing Compares 2 U
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Another one to pop out as numerous artists, deservedly, pay tribute to the Purple Prancer is Adam Levine's version of "Purple Rain", performed at Howard Stern's birthday bash. Backed by Train (I confess to loving "Drops of Jupiter" back in the day) the Maroon 5 frontman doesn't just sing the song - he absolutely shreds the … Continue reading Classic Covers: Adam Levine (Maroon 5) and Train – Purple Rain
Classic Covers: Nothing Compares 2 U – Chris Cornell
Everyone's heard the news that Prince (or "Squiggle" or "Symbol" or "Artist formerly known as Prince" or Mr Nelson or...) ed away recently. One of many well-known fans is Chris Cornell of Audioslave and Soundgarden fame who's currently out on tour. He recorded this version of the classic Prince song which they've been covering and … Continue reading Classic Covers: Nothing Compares 2 U – Chris Cornell