It's been a long time since I've made an effort to editorialize what I like about Metal.
So today I think I'll open up a forum here regarding...Covers.
I love metal bands that do cover songs for the bands that either influenced them, or they just really like.
When I listen to a cover, I want to hear a different slightly upgraded take, rather than just a rehashed version. To a degree I like alternative style covers, but sometimes they hit or miss for me.
I'll supplement 4 references.
The original:
A by the numbers cover
Another by the numbers cover, but with more intensity and just a teensy bit of improvisation. (one of my favorite covers ever written actually...)
And a cover in an entirely different style of music. It's interesting and novel, but it's got to really strike me as funny to keep listening. In this case, I really enjoy this one.
What are everyone else's thoughts on cover songs?