Saturday, July 11, 2015

An overlooked cover tune III

Musicians often cite The Raspberries as an influential power pop band.  Their hit, "I Wanna Be With You," with its sing-along chorus and everything-on-the-surface lyrics, is one reason for that credit.  The Sneetches and Shoes, two excellent power pop bands who should have had commercial success, teamed up to record a cover of it, and the result does The Raspberries proud.  It's true to the original version's spirit and just as infectious.