Recently, there’s been a lot of talk about the Grammys and how they’re ‘out of touch,’ ‘unsure,’ or sometimes ‘just plain wrong’ with how they do things. I’m not sure how much of a big deal this is or really, how new everyone is making it out to be. What I did check out was the replay of Bon Iver’s Justin Vernon winning best new artist (this is 2012, Bon Iver’s debut officially came out in 2007). He said a lot of really smart, honest and sincere statements and I think he’s really speaking from the heart. Check it out here:So while we all realize the Grammys are utter tripe, maybe, it’s easy to forget how much good music is still waiting to be found. Recently, Vernon stepped out to perform “Perth” on the Jimmy Fallon show with the Legendary Roots crew. The Roots know how make awesome music and have for a long time now, they also know how to improvise. First, here is the hushed version, found off Bon Iver’s self titled album from last year.
Already an amazing song and a true musician ensures that it all stays fresh and innovative so with The Roots, Vernon and the band take the song to a whole new level. It still maintains the steady drums and Vernon’s spectacular voice but The Roots fill it with huge sounds that feature keyboards, another electric guitar, bass and tuba to boast. From the instant it all starts it is obvious that everyone is in the zone. Really awesome blend of two magnificent bands/artists coming together. It’s a great version and I wanted to share it here before I oversaw it. – Bryan
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