Never Unappreciated Kelly Clarkson Covers

Recently, Brian Fallon of the Gaslight Anthem stopped by BBC's Radio One for an interview and some acoustic renditions of Gaslight classics. And In typical Radio One guest fashion, he was asked to prepare a gnarly cover song to play on the airwaves. He's been hailed in the past for his covers like Bruce's "Backstreets" so what could it be on Radio One? More classic Springsteen? The Clash? Surprising all listeners Fallon chose "I Do Not Hook Up" by Kelly Clarkson. Scoff not readers, this rendition of the indomitable Clarkson takes a pop tune and turns it into a heartwarming strum of honesty. Brian knew what he was doing from the start.

http://www.switchbladecomb.com/mp3/the-gaslight-anthem-i-do-not-hook-up-kelly-clarkson-cover/

The Blues, Mary the Blues

I need to preface this entry by saying how I am obsessed with Gaslight Anthem since probably last summer. I grew up in Monmouth County where most of their songs take place, have '59 Sound AND Sink or Swim in constant rotation in my CD player, bought a Fender Telecaster because Brian Fallon plays one (well so does Bruce and Strummer but this was the kicker) they wail in concert, and anytime I introduce someone to Gaslight they fall under the same spell and love them too. But enough about my musical tastes, let's talk about the song I picked.

This has been around for some time now and I still cannot get enough of it. Brian Fallon of Gaslight Anthem through together a myspace page for some solo stuff he was toying with. Although he says he prefers working with the entire band on songs and does not consider himself much of a songwriter, this song disproves that notion. "The Blues Mary" goes for broke as Fallon's voice recalls the deep stings from Mary of his past. Mary's shown up before in Gaslight songs (like 1930, Great Expectations, Even Cowgirls...she's been there before.) but this one reveals how despite all atrocities, you can still love the one that broke your heart. Enjoy!