TheRustonRifle#7

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You want killer covers? Killer meaning fabulous. Here you go...

Shinedown doing 'Simple Man' a Lynyrd Skynyrd number...

And a gentlemen named John Nickoloff doing 'Stone Cold' a Rainbow cover...

I agree with you 1000% on that  Allman Brothers cover too. You're exactly right my friend. As a band, the Allman Brothers deserve more love/public accolades than they currently receive.  

When I first read this I automatically started my "southern boogie" playlist. It has Allman Brothers, Molly Hatchet, 38 Special, The Outlaws, Blackfoot, Marshall Tucker and Skynyrd  to name a few! lol

"Lay it on the line, lay it on the line, lay it on the line...Don't waste my time" Oh yeah...

"You know I love you; you know it's true" RR7 & I won't 'waste your precious time' LOL! 

I know; I know keep my day job. Ha! Ha! 

Speaking of the Canadian powerhouse that is RUSH, I was waiting to use this tremendous 'Closer To The Heart' cover for an upcoming movie review, but the number is so good, it literally can be played down or used more than once.

Jesus, I wish I was this talented, but alas, SW1 is not. Oh well, so be it. I've always had a solid ear though, which counts in the long run I suppose. 

Speaking of BTO tributes, checkout this 'Taking Care Of Livestock' spoofing the classic "Taking Care Of Business" tune RR7. It's spectacular! 

I think I just discovered a new genre called Farmers Rock. Just Kidding! 

I knew you would get a kick out of this brother. 

So nice to hear from you.  I will see that defense live on Sunday. Maybe we can help your Colts by beating the Texans.

Love the music.  Thank you. 

Hope you're doing well.

I am better now....thanks for asking!  Kick the crap out of them please ;)

"You should have been gone!" 

Every time I hear 'Oh Sherrie' I always shout that verse. Great song that still holds up today. 

Love me some Metallica!!! 

Percussionist Lars Ulrich plays the drums with such thunderous intensity like machine gun bullets ricocheting off of spinning helicopter blades. His presence is felt even before the arena lights get flipped on the stage. My favorite Metal drummer is Nick Menza formerly of Megadeth fame, but Lars is my number 2 though. 

Metallica's new album "Hardwired To Self Destruct" is top notch & doesn't disappoint loyal fans BTW. "Here Comes Revenge" & "Spit Out The Bone" are probably my favorite new tracks. 

Nice I'll have to check that out!!

Laying down "Sweet Caroline" courtesy of Neil Diamond AKA 'The Jewish Elvis.' Not bad man. I actually bobbed my head back & forth & sang along. Intoxicated or sober nobody can screw that song up. 

I really admire anybody that goes on stage & makes folks forget about their problems for an hour or so. Kudos mi amigo! 

All my foolish antics aside, you know what you're doing up there & it takes guts for adults to embrace their rock star ego way back from their high school days. Cool. Besides, if you signed with a major record label, your manager would probably embezzle millions illegally from you, you'd fight over creative control of your master studio demos when your label wants you to become more radio friendly by changing your signature sound, sleeping on tour buses loses it's luster around 6 months; it sucks having to protect your voice all the time when it's your main meal ticket; & after awhile you just want some darn privacy without fans & reporters in your face all the time. 

All I'm saying is this: Worldwide fame isn't always a grand thing. So, just have a blast jamming with your friends in your spare time for kicks. SW1 is impressed Lolly. I mean that. No bull you know what. 

Not enough people appreciate metal either. I like bands courageous enough to give this genre a go. I say that because you have to have the right front man to cut thru the guitar solos & not get drowned out by them. Plus, the drummer & bassist are the cornerstone to any quality heavy metal act since they set the foundation. The cool thing about metal is this: Even if your microphones, speakers, & sound system sucks, gritty vocal quality adds to the mystique of metal. 

Established household name acts have the luxury of sound techs, drum techs, guitar techs, & lighting specialists which make anybody look & sound spectacular. Keep on rocking my man! 

I like that you took on different genres too. Metal, pop, rock, country etc. Good variety there which shows your versatility & fans like it because that don't feel pigeonholed. No square peg in a round hole dilemma. 

I'd actually buy your live version of "Take Me Home Tonight" & Ah Ha's "Take On Me" if they were available on You Tube. 

Nicely done Lolly!  Really top notch covers there. I'm being serious. 

SRV's version of Little Wing is actually better than the original in my book. 

But Gypsy Eyes is still my favorite song in the world. Jimi was the innovator, and the reason I started playing. I heard it on my mom's record, and I said, that's it......I want to do that! 

My favorite Jimi song is Power To Love off the Band Of Gypsy's album. I also like all of his covers of the Dylan songs too.

Darn man, even sound check/rehearsal stuff sounds good. That's how you know SRV is special, his improv, goofing around shenanigans  could qualify as a multi-platinum album just on the fly.

Another facet I like about rock n roll, southern rock in this case, is this carefree version of 'Sweet Home Alabama' by a woman named Vale Acevedo. It's not the best rendition I've ever heard, but I like her defy convention attitude I'm doing it my way or the highway vibe to it. As in, I'm only here to entertain myself & cut loose baby. 

The previous clip above should stop or technically ends at the 4:41 mark BTW. I'm not sure why it continues to proceed onward beyond that point. There really is no need for the Spanish dialogue that follows. Artists need to know when to drop the final curtain & wrap up a performance. 

I've never heard Led Zeppelin's "Ramble On" with a Techno vibe before. Bogie might even like this arrangement by a young lady named Kawehi. I know Zep isn't exactly your favorite band Bogie, but this cover is certainly landmark in it's scope & besides her 3 dog portraits on the wall will probably mark their territory on anybody who dislikes this number. LOL! 

Coolest lyrics ever IMO...

"T'was in the darkest depths of Mordor, I met a girl so fair. 
But Gollum, and the evil one crept up and slipped away with her, her, her....yeah."

Who knew Gollum would steal my precious? Not jewelry. My woman. Son of a...

Nice SW1!  I hope all is well my Friend!

The man of few words has this to say.....this song I sang with my Late Father.  It epitomizes everything that I wish I could go back and do all over again.  Of Course I would make subtle changes.....that is why I am awake on my day off at 5:30ish, so I can spend those precious times with my Daughter  Be well my Friend..

The man of few words has so much good to share. When he does speak, his words resonate with many. Thanks for sharing that with me. 

Any daughter would want you for a father. Enjoy your time with yours. It means a lot to her. Give her an extra hug for me. 

All the best!

Thank you...we just ate breakfast and the day beckons us  Carpe diem!

VOTE!  Your opinion matters!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!  We can + about this Country all we want, but we have the ability to CHOOSE!  

I voted early, and there were about 100 people or more in line. This election is drawing out the voters.

I am sending you virtual "like" as I used all 40 of my allotted ones

I agree Brother!

Hard to believe that James Taylor was once married to Carly Simon. I say that because I hate the song "You're So Vain" & radio stations play that song way too much IMO. 

Lol!  Thry said it was about Warren Beatty...

While the Eagles were pretty popular before Joe joined them they were known as an easy listening band. They were a cross between easy listening with a country back ground.

When Joe joined they took his sound and made Hotel California and the rest is history. His attitude effected Don Henley and he actually took more of a lead than before.

I was not familiar with "I'm your Boogie Man". I know the the others. I have not heard "Don't go" in some 25 years. Lol. The others I know well.

I love "September". What a fun song! Listening to it right now...

"Ba de ya, say do you remember; ba de ya, dancing in September..."

And of course I love Marvin Gaye. "What's Going On" is just a great song. It always makes me think about the world beyond myself. 

I appreciate it. 

I like the Boone signing and LOVE the Stanton deal!

Okay, now that Robin Zander helped pop everyone's cherry after singing "Heart On The Line," let's lay down their most famous track shall we. 

No cigarette after the deed is done? Really? Ah man, come on dude. 

The deed was so good let's ride on that rollercoaster again baby? Nice. 

I love bands that "Surrender" mistakes openly & honestly. What you see is the genuine article no gimmicks. They guys come to play for real. Darn straight. 

Yeah, I know it's 3 times, but this baby is the best version & well greased machine now. Trust me. This version literally brings the house down to rumble & ashes. 

After you wanted her to want me, her mamma is gonna be ticked off that such a fine lady decided to "Give It Away" for nuthin' like she was a 'Cheap Trick.' 

Momma didn't raise a flousy now & neither did papa either. 

Sometimes, trying too hard to be part on "The In Crowd" leads to a slippery slope...

I must admit I have seen Peter Gabriel and Genesis live and those two put on maybe the best live shows I have ever seen with the exception of Pink Floyd.

Peter Gabriel's concert not only had great sound live but the visuals were captivating. He is like no other performer. One of a kind.

Speaking of Queen, I just stumbled upon this. Both little munchkins & full fledged adults offer their feedback on Queen. It's the best. Just hilarious & poignant at the same time.

I wish Freddie Mercury was still around. Major bummer. Landmark voice with incredible power & range. 

Yes, Freddie was one of a kind. He had an opera voice in a rock group.

Your status updates are epic man just so much good music.

I got a great one for ya here

I am glad you like!  Going to drop something to your profile...

LOL...some of this is 20 years old!

Be well my Friend..

Thank you. I will listen to them when I get home.

Enjoy your weekend.

I had similar feelings about "Grunge" initially, but grew to like the music and keep listening to my Heavy metal cds..lol!

I hear ya RR7. I have no venom toward grunge at all now & like you, SW1 is metal head at my core. You're preaching to the choir my brother. 

We metal heads may not fill full blown stadium arenas anymore, but we are a very loyal & devoted fan base no doubt. Those raised on Metal will never leave it or purge ourselves from it. It's in our blood & DNA baby. I know exactly what you mean RR7. 

Nice chatting you as always. 

Same with you my Friend! Rock on!

Lol. How's it going? I am visiting my sister who lives near Atlanta. Her husband and I will go to the Vikings-Falcons game on Sunday. (She does not like football.)

Thank you for the music. Have a good night!

Yep, there's only 1 Prince since "Nothing Compares 2U." See what I did there?  Saxophones rock BTW. 

Darn, I miss you Chris Cornell. Why'd you have to leave us prematurely? Sigh...It breaks my heart when geniuses depart too soon you know. 

Salt N Peppa with "Whatta Man"...Huge hit from the 1990's that still holds up today. 

Jessica Mauboy declares her quest "for a mighty, mighty, good man" as well dropping it like it's hot baby. Nice. 

That's a rap for now folks. Until next time, thanks for indulging me. Peace out. 

I will return to football threads soon. Moving is so tedious. Selling your old place, deciding what to donate, pitch, keep, waiting to move into a new place, of course; the eternal joy otherwise known as paperwork--change of address stuff & fighting for reasonable disability accommodations in the new spot. Sigh, nothing is ever easy is it? 

In the meantime, I need to hear Bruce & the boys live today. Hit me with some "Moonchild" please. 

Ah, that's better. 

I love women who view metal as an art form & can bring the house down as well as any man can. Singer Chaos Heidi does a killer version of "Moonchild" herself. Beautifully done. PS: The bonding with the cat session rocks too. 

Even when I'm 80, if I make it that far; I'll still be listening to Iron Maiden & heavy metal til I drop. Superb gritty cover Heidi!