The latest from Leonid & Friends is an incredible version of the Burt Bacharach and Hal David classic, “I Say a Little Prayer.” http://www.leonidandfriends.band/
RIP Burt Bacharach. The 95 year old songwriter passed away Thursday. My favorite Bacharach deep cut is “I Just Don’t Know What to Do With Myself.” There are many fine recordings of this tune, (such as this stunning one by Marcia Hines) but Tommy Hunt’s was produced by Burt himself. Burt was one of the …
. Even when you’ve spent time as a professional rock critic, there are inevitably gaps in your musicology knowledge. And one of the aspects of music I’ve always loved is how musicians pay homage to mentors, inspirations, peers, and lesser-known talents by covering or, better still, collaborating with them, helping them reach a wider audience. …