Simon Andersson – Talkin’ Bout A Revolution (2024)
Embracing his natural talent as a musician early in life, singer-songwriter Simon Andersson made his first television performance at age 11 and after high school he graduated from Malmo Music Academy – the beginning of Andersson’s powerhouse career. A few years later, the Swedish musician performed on American television, playing at the CMA Festival with chart-topping and award-winning melodies. Eager to explore various genres, in 2019 Andersson teamed up with different DJs and musicians honing his genre-diverse, boundary-breaking style. Known for his versatility and resilience as a musician, Simon Andersson is a pioneer in the music industry.
Last year, Andersson’s single ‘Try’ won the World Entertainment Awards ‘Best Pop Song of 2023’ – a triumphant comeback with ‘Try’ being his first release since 2021. Bold and powerful, the single offers an “intimate glimpse into the life of an artist who has weathered storms and emerged stronger…”. Tapping into personal experiences with an intimate narrative, ‘Try’ captured the resilience of the human spirit. Today, we gander at his latest single, ‘Talkin’ Bout A Revolution’.
Coinciding with Tracy Chapman’s return to the music industry, Andersson’s cover of ‘Talkin’ Bout A Revolution’ pays tribute to the iconic sounds of yesteryear as it influences and inspires modern-day music. As with the original, Andersson’s cover retains the blend of vulnerability, intimacy and overarching enthusiasm for the road to freeing empowerment. Chapman’s honest lyricism captured the desire for something greater while holding a tender sense of human fragility – a feeling equally evident in Andersson’s version.
One of Chapman’s most popular tracks, ‘Talkin’ Bout A Revolution’ is an iconic piece. Andersson dips his hands in the vault of legends to create something set for contemporary audiences but with a vintage tint. The significant lyricism is prominent in his version, but the swirl of folk is not. Instead of leaning toward 1980s folk, Andersson brings a slant of indie-pop to the single.
Rather than a blend of acoustic guitar and obscure vocals, Andersson adopts a full band sound weaving bold drums with dynamic guitars and an interspersed piano (just to add a softer tinge). Chapman’s vocals ring in obscurity, but Andersson’s voice is warm, rich, and urges revolution with confidence. The original was a drift along a sonic river; this version is an adventurous rush of crashing waves surging ahead with rock-inspired flair.
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