I’m sorry. I post most L&F releases and forgot to do this masterpiece. Ksenia is incredible on this.
Written by Bonnie Bramlet and Leon Russell, I think.
It’s Leon Russell’s song I think
I was prepared to be underwhelmed. I was very impressed with the production value, and that they can make a live studio recording with the arrangement so true to a track-laid studio version.
I was unfamiliar with this Ksenia, but her voice is exceptional, and she has an excellent presence.
I’d overture her all night long
For comparison, here's the Carpenters' version.
According to Interestingly, one lyric was changed in the Carpenters' version to maintain Karen's clean image. Wikipedia again:
"Because the original subject matter of the song was more risqué than was typical for the Carpenters, Richard changed a lyric in the second verse from "And I can hardly wait/To sleep with you again" to the less suggestive "And I can hardly wait/To be with you again."
According to Wikipedia:
""Superstar" is a 1969 song written by Bonnie Bramlett and Leon Russell, with a songwriting credit also given to Delaney Bramlett, that has been a hit for many artists in different genres in the years since. The best-known versions are by the Carpenters in 1971, and by Luther Vandross in 1983."
Interestingly, one lyric was changed in the Carpenters' version to maintain Karen's clean image. Wikipedia again:
"Because the original subject matter of the song was more risqué than was typical for the Carpenters, Richard changed a lyric in the second verse from "And I can hardly wait/To sleep with you again" to the less suggestive "And I can hardly wait/To be with you again."
Fantastic song and band. Wow.
This song was written by Bonnie Bramlett & Leon Russell, and performed by Delaney & Bonnie, before the Carpenters.
Wow....
The camera jumps around just a bit too much...
I have been a huge fan of Karen Carpenter and her voice, but I think this cover is more impressive than the original.
I have not heard a single cover this group has failed to absolutely nail.
Granted, much of this is due to the skill of the vocalist(s), but an equal measure must be due the score, mixing, and overall direction.
Good stuff, thanks for posting.