This is a powerful ballad from the mighty Glaswegian balladeer, Dick Gaughan. It laments the use and abuse of the working class by the Establishment who manipulate them into fighting evil, pointless wars so that the rich get richer and the poor die. This haunting song could be sung by working men and women wherever […]
Little Musgrave – English Folk Ballad – Nic Jones/Planxty/Doc Watson
This fine old ballad is very popular in Ireland, but is better known from the renditions by Christy Moore and Planxty. Rebel Voice kinda likes this Nic Jones version as Little Musgrave is originally an English song. The Planxty version is also included for comparison, as is a surprise inclusion from the US which is well […]
AC/DC – Money Talks
Yet another stomping track from the Masters of Rock. Turn it up and shake your granny’s dentures onto the sofa. – If you care, give it a share –
Jimi Hendrix – Purple Haze
It’s easy to forget just how good Hendrix was. Expect more from him on Rebel Voice. – If you care, give it a share –
Jessie J – Price Tag
The lyrics are fairly spot on in this pop hit. I hope Jessie J gave the proceeds to charity… – If you care, give it a share –
AC/DC – Shoot To Thrill
It don’t get any better than these Giants of Rock. Play it loud and play it often. – If you care, give it a share –
Ralph McTell – Dreamtime
This is a thoughtful song from the master storyteller, Ralph McTell. – If you care, give it a share –
Gary Moore – Wild Frontier
This is a great track from an Irish musical legend, gone long before his time. – If you care, give it a share –
Ed Sheeran And Andrea Bocelli
This is a beautiful version of the classic Ed Sheeran track, Perfect Symphony. Both performers are extremely likeable people, and extremely talented. The video is fantastic as it provides some insight into Andrea’s life and home. – If you care, give it a share –
Queen – Flash
This thumping tune is taken from one of the cheesiest movies ever made, which was also possibly one of the greatest guilt pleasures ever invented. The costumes are camp. The lyrics are lame. The music is cracking. ‘Flash, Flash, I love you, but we only have 14 hours to save the Earth.’ – If you […]
Gun – Word up
Most readers will be familiar with the original Cameo version of this song. Here is a rocked-up version. – If you care, give it a share –
Don McLean – Vincent
This haunting ballad is about the Dutch artist, Vincent van Gogh. It’s a fitting tribute to a genius. McLean is at his very best in this performance. There’s surely great beauty in the simplicity of a man, his voice, his guitar and his dreams. – If you care, give it a share –