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Post by Carlo on Aug 20, 2004 13:02:16 GMT -5
Just thinking, if richard removed some of the harmonica parts, to this song he could add more of his piano parts. I think this would be a hit today. karen absolutely shines on this song,with her rich vocals. I always thought this was a much stronger version than the eagles was.
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Post by enigma on Aug 20, 2004 14:11:09 GMT -5
Well Carlo I do not agree that this is a better version than the Eagles though others on this forum are more inclined to agree with you. I have never been really fond of this version of the classic Eagles song its not bad I just find the Eagles version superior in all ways but the voice. Don Henley has a good voice but none compare vocally to Karen still I'll take the Eagles version.
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Post by Rick Henry on Aug 20, 2004 17:27:37 GMT -5
 I think the Carpenters' recording of "Desperado" is as good as the Eagles' version. Anyway musically the Carpenters are as competent as the Eagles, and vocally well that's a given the Carpenters are certainly superior. Though the Eagles recording has a certain laid back Southern California sound which is so hard to top. Than again the Carpenters' power ballad take on the song gives it a whole new edge that undeniably out of this world. I agree this could easily be a huge hit on today's music market. This song is so in tune with the soul of today's modern country music and beyond. Karen's voice soars above any other vocal on the current scene. I think with proper marketing, a good music video there could be no stopping the C's. Though, I think the song is perfect just as is. I wouldn't take out the harmonica parts, the harmonica gives the song an extra added dimension. The harmonica part is just one more aspect of the song that makes it stand out above the others. 
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Post by Moe on Aug 21, 2004 2:35:30 GMT -5
Not being a big Eagles' fan, (maybe I associate them with my ex-brother-in-law too much!) I really prefer the Carpenters' version of Desperado. Actually, the Carpenters' version was the first time I actually heard the song and associate it with them. I compare all other versions to theirs and have yet to find one that is as good. On the other hand, I really haven't heard any version that was bad, either.
I also think that if Desperado was attached to a movie or had some other promotion, it could be a hit today. I like the harmonica and Karen's awesome interpretaion, too. It is a classic in every way.
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Post by Rick Henry on Aug 21, 2004 9:27:53 GMT -5
I also think that if Desperado was attached to a movie or had some other promotion, it could be a hit today. Oh how I agree with you Moe 100%. If this song were part of a Mel Gibson or Tom Cruise blockbuster it would not only be a hit, but sail all the way to #1. You guys have brought a very salient point to mind, that being an artist who has been away for awhile will often release a cover song to re-introduce themselves, like Michael McDonald covering Motown standards. So...I have decided to add "Desperado" to the songs I will play when I get my chance to be a DJ. I felt that it was a good choice before, but you have confirmed it. Good job Dave! "Desperado" I think should be a main focus. A Lot of people know of the song, but there are still many more who don't even know it exists. |
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