Van Morrison turns 80: “Gloria”, the 10 most intriguing covers
Van the Man, aka Van Morrison was born on August 31, 1945. His musical career – first with Them, then as a highly appreciated solo artist – is of solid, shining and imbued with legend. He has earned estimate and compared to shots of records, concerts and passion. One of his songs-manifesto is the very classic “Gloria”, written for his Thems in 1964 and originally released as side B of the single “Baby please Don’t Go”. These three agreements have become a milestone of rock, to whom hundreds of artists have paid homage, from the most unknown to giants of the caliber of David Bowie and Patti Smith. Here are 10 covers that is really worth listening … and happy birthday Van Morrison!
Patti Smith, from the album “Horses” (1975)
The 101’Irs, from the album “Elgin Avenue Breakdown” (1981)
13th Floor Alzers
A live version of the song, often present in the ladders of their concerts, has been included as a bonus in the reprint of their debut album “The Psychedelic Sounds of the 13th Floor Elevars”, republished in 2005
Iggy Pop
The “rock iguana” has been offering the live song, for decades; He has published several covers, all live, in boxes, collections and compilation records
Simple Minds, from the album “Neon Lights” (2001)
Santa Esmeralda, from the album “Don’t let me be misunderstood” (1977)
Rick Springfield, from the album “Greatest Hits Alive” (2001)
David Bowie
The Briannico musician played the song regularly throughout his “Sound and Vision Tour” of 1990: this version is on September 14, 1990, in Lisbon.
Grateful Dead
Many live covers of Garcia and his for “glory”. This is engraved with Irvine Meadows, Irvine, California on April 14, 1985.
Johnny Thunders often played the song live
