The Foo Fighters’ concert in Geelong last night seemed like a turning point in the pandemic. It was the first time an international artist visited our shores and played a full-scale gig since this shitshow began. Friends in New South Wales and Queensland crossed the border and plenty of my Victorian buddies got themselves along. From all the photos and streams I saw, it was a triumph. The set celebrated the hits, concluding with my favourite: “Everlong.” If you missed the gig or just want a little more Foo Fighters music in your life, check out this fab new cover from Sydney artist Grace Amos.
Now I’m going to warn you, this is very different from the Fooies original. But I’ve always believed if you can’t bring something new to a song, why cover it in the first place? The gentle piano treatment really brings out those incredible lyrics. Grace is also in fine voice here. It might be a dramatic departure, but I love it.
“Something about Everlong has always caught my eye,” Grace said. “It’s so beautiful, and so well known that I was confused as to why I couldn’t find a cover of it that really showcases the lyrics. I feel that I’ve really achieved this, particularly with the mix of piano and strings in the instrumental.”
While her next show might not be as big as the Foo Fighters gig, ValleyWays is sure to be a good time. With The Rubens, Middle Kids, Skeggs, Slowly Slowly, and heaps more on the bill, you don’t want to miss this. It hits Onslow Oval in Camden on September 10.
Image used with permission from Star Crossed PR