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tirsdag den 5. juli 2011

Jerry Lee Lewis - Wild One


This is a live performance by American rock 'n' roll pianist and singer Jerry Lee Lewis. He plays the song "Wild One" which became a staple in Lewis' live performances.
The song was originally recorded by Australian rock 'n' roll act Johnny O'Keefe in 1958. The song was written by O'Keefe, Johnny Greenan, and Dave Owens.
Jerry Lee Lewis recorded a version of the song in 1958, but it wasn't released until 1974 on the album "Rockin' and Free". Lewis also re-recorded a version of this song for the motion picture soundtrack to the film "Great Balls of Fire".
The song has been recorded by a large number of artists, including: Albert Lee, Iggy Pop, Billy Idol, Joan Jett, and Brian Setzer.
It's a great rock 'n' roll number and it's always nice to see Lewis hammering away on those piano keys, gotta love that!

Enjoy ; )

søndag den 19. september 2010

Jerry Lee Lewis - Whole Lotta Shakin' Going On


This is a great performance by rock 'n' roll legend Jerry Lee Lewis. It's a classic rock 'n' roll song, but the origins of the song have not been mapped with certainty.
Jerry has played this as part of his live act since the early days of his career, and probably picked it up from swing parties in the afro-American corners of his home town. At least that's how it's depicted in the 1989 film "Great Balls of Fire" starring Dennis Quaid as Jerry. It's a pretty mediocre film, but Jerry's music alone makes it worth watching.
The song has been played by many artists including; Little Richard, Paul McCartney, John Lennon, Elvis Presley, Johnny Winter and Prince, but Jerry's version is still the most popular version, he kinda owns this song.

A great performance enjoy ; )