A-ha's "Take On Me" gets a swinging tribute courtesy of Lake Street Dive
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 28 ส.ค. 2024
- There are few songs more quintessentially ’80s than Norwegian band A-ha’s “Take On Me.” It’s a synth-heavy power ballad accompanied by a high-concept music video, checking all the boxes that defined the pop music of the decade. When choosing the song for their cover, Brooklyn-based band Lake Street Dive ditched the decidedly ’80s feel of the song, infusing the song with a funky latin groove, elements of blue-eyed soul, and a fantastic trumpet solo. The result is one of our favorite covers of the season.
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Made 71 year olds day. Locked up no where to go. Loved band and singer.
You do touch people and that’s what it’s about.
When it comes to covers, my usual attitude is "Be original or be quiet". But I'll make an exception for this. This is a BRILLIANT rendition of A-ha's "Take On Me".
Excellent work that actually gave me goosebumps! Thank you, Lake Street Dive. And thank you, The A.V. Club, for sharing it with us.
6 years and it still thrills me … so good
Rachael Price a voice like no other and looks, beyond gorgeous.
I loved this, it feels like a bunch of misfits got together from marching band and got like the second most popular girl in school to be their lead singer and they just do cool covers in their mom's garage
this is spot on hahah
Dom Valdespino nailed it! Great description.
This comment reminds me of Sing Street
This is probably accurate, but they actually have 3 albums with very original and amazing tracks with this feel. Check them out!
Alcoda hell yeah! I meant no disrespect, i actually really vibe with the asthetic haha
They are back! How I miss this video!
Pure musicality, no computer sampled crap. What stands out the most to me and what makes the band is the double bass player, she’s world class, I’ve heard her improvised solos, for me top 5 in the world ooooh yes.
May be it could've used some. It sounded like nails on a chalk board. This was not an homage or tribute; it was an insult.
This the most chill-out, vivid and the most salsa version of this song! You guys are just great! Waiting more from you! Thanks!
I have played the trumpet for over 40 years. Yeah 40 years. 1st trumpet high school and college. The trumpeter knocked it out of the park. Those who think otherwise do not know the difference between shit and shinola. Shinola is shoe polish for you youngsters. That was called a dirty trumpet gritty garage band sound. Appreciate it man. The trumpeter was freaking NAILS. The hippie chick sound was a hippie chick.
Jesus, think what this trumpeter could do sober.
Hahahaha a tad flat eh
Good one
I'm crying
Lmfaooooo
Not that was funny
The little salsa grind at 3:41 is simply magical.
I just love how you can see the way the musicians assemble the piece with just straight up musicality and no ‘funny business’... no weird electronic tricks, no samples, not a laptop in sight. Each musician is highlighted in some way. It’s just raw talent performing in someone’s basement. It’s beautiful!
raw shit talent, yeh
those Pants are stealing the spotlight
thats just because most artists these days dont wear pants
mom jeans
80% of the reason i’m watching this video. She should give some of her good taste to her trumpet player.
The reason I'm here, and a good thing or she could easily be replaced by the base player
that woman is so fine! and what a voice, fantastic singer! soulful talent!
That lead singer is super cool. She really owns the stage.
What’s her name?
Tru dat
The lead singer's voice is really something! Those lows go so well and smooth! Love this version
Her lower range is indeed incredible and soulful.
@@KabobHope it is but doesn't really fit the song to me.
Yeah, but it's not swing at all lol. Its modern pop style
Even after watching this video dozens of times, it's still my favorite Lake Street Dive song.
This feels like something me and my wife enjoyed while on vacation in Cuba. Local good music covering great songs with personal style and elegance
They knew the trumpet player was gonna be weird and just went with it. That's charming in a way.
That beautiful singer loved it!
I like the Trumpeter's style. Just the right amount of sloppiness.
Trumpet guy's like, "There's a keyboard RIGHT HERE BEHIND ME?!?!?"
That actually made me laugh out loud! I think he was highly featured so that they could say it was a swing version.. Shh...Don't tell anyone.
LSD is about the most courageous thing going in music. To lay it out so bare for every note to be heard. Love everything they do.
LSD is surprisingly popular in a lot of musical circles. Incredibly widespread if you know where to look.
@@thebrutusmars I got hooked by watching a documentary "Inside Inside Llewen Davis" I came from the T-Bone Burnett/folk song, prairie home companion attraction, but Rachel, Lake Street Diva, shocked me, totally stole the show, and made me a fan ever since:
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Thought you were talking about a different type of lsd
bob joe
I was.
Jeffrey Rosas
I’m also hooked on LSD! I’ve been into LSD for about a decade now.
I can't even remember how the rabbit trail lead me to this performance, but I have listened to it about 10 times over the last couple of weeks, and binged on everything else they have up here on youtube. I think your roots with the NEC is a reason this song and others come off so well. I've narrowed it down to this impression I get; in all your songs, each of you gets a kick out of every single note - having fun the whole way thru. Very upbeat... Hope to see you live sometime, soon.
me too
Me three
TH-cam Field McConnell AV7,see also Abel Danger and Blackstone Intelligence for answers.
Try watching their cover of Jackson 5's I want you back.
i only like it when the guy does trumpet/backup voice, i like the keyboard addition, but w/out trumpet, its more like a regular band. w out guitar it highllights the other 4/5 members so much better
Wow, just incredible musicianship by all !! The latin arrangement, the harmonies, virtuoso-level trumpet, Bridget's high notes, Rachel's lead vocals, the dress-up, and so much fun 😃
The ragged trumpet is what makes this really great. That guy is really good, an obvious pro. His cracks, creeks, slides are intentional. People didn't understand Monet's painting either: "It doesn't look clean, or perfect!" Exactly. That's what the trumpet is doing here. I really like the whole groove from the rest of the band too but the trumpet is the icing.
now this is what a band is supposed to be, having fun and letting it all out no matter what happens ! i thought i was just inside that room ! super like !
People say the trumpeter makes this session terrible, but actually he makes this session famous.
ohh yes, indeed, and the coron@virus also makes famous the quarantine
lol terrible? They don't know what they're talking about! Have you ever tried to play the trumpet....he did great!
@Thisis Fun aight please play trumpet for us.
The Trumpet Rocks
I did not know you could do such impressive solos on the trumpet. Seriously, kudos to this guy he has some freakin' skills.
I simultaneously hate and love this rendition
@@sabinegiannamore8711 All I'm gonna say is this: it takes a HELL of a trumpet player to sound that messy.
It isn't supposed to be tight and precise, it's supposed to be sleazy and a little off-kilter. He nails it IMHO.
If there's anything that needs work, it's the low notes in those backup vocals xD
It's raw and has good energy. It's not very thought out or polished and came off a little rough.
I mostly love it but wish they would have practiced a bit more, give the bass player an electric and go with 3 piece brass.
Couldn´t hit the high notes like Hagen either ;)
you're 50% right......now be honest
Yea, I think the arrangement is quite interesting in terms of potential, but their instrument playing skills seem pretty low, it's like...technically they're playing this on a level I'd expect from an amateur highschool band that practices once a week in a garage.
the fact this is not overly produced is so refreshing
I like it in the same way I like the Avett Brothers - raw, unpolished, imperfect and real.
Every video I see of Lake Street Dive I am amazed that Mr. Trumpet player actually makes his living playing music. Don't give up on your dreams kids.
Stolen from the That Seventies Show wardrobe
I'm not going to read all 1032 comments to check on this, but I did read down a fair bit. I'm surprised that supposed lifetime brass players haven't commented that his (what I think I hear as) triple tongueing is freaking amazing. I remember after 4 years of lessons trying to imitate Al Hirt's tongueing and never even got close. That takes an amazing amount of practice and ability and should be recognized for what it is - total mastery of the instrument. Anything you hear that might sound off one way or the other is, I'm very convinced, intentional. For myself, I hear mariachi - intentional and clear.
Also, I'm sorry that so many people want to rain on this band's parade. This is the first time I've ever heard or seen them and it's obvious to me they are totally enthusiastic about what they do and just simply enjoy themselves. I know what that's like - I did sound for a reggae band (8-10 members at times) and we did it not for any kind of money but because we loved it. You just can't buy that.
Rein Ciarfella new to the internet, friend?
Also- these guys are great. Who cares about internet haters.
People who know nothing about musicianship have the same right to post as everyone else. Best to try and ignore them.
YEP.... Just to hit those high notes takes years of daily practice to get your lip up there and then to sustain it! Add in the extensive triple tonguing- he's not sliding into the notes, each one is separate!
He's playing this style on purpose... bet he can play anything. I was entertained by the whole arrangement- they were having fun and it becomes contagious.
@@richiethesee It has nearly nothing to do with the "lip". And most professional trumpet players have at least another half octave of range. And they play musically. I've read comments that the trumpet player is actually really good and chose to play this way on this recording. I hope so.
I graduated in 82 and this chick looks and is definitely dressed like all the girls I ever knew back then.
Gag me with a spoon.
One hell of a rhythm section with your voice singing an unbelievable counterpoint to it. My socks shot off my feet, I have to fix the hole in my wall that they went through. Rock solid playing. Thank you !!!
Ppl in the comments don’t realize that he’s playing multiple lead parts on the trumpet. It’s insanely difficult. But it’s somewhere between a reggaeton and slightly chaotic ska/punk feel. Awesome.
Doesen't matter how hard it is if it sound shit
1.- The fact its difficult doesn't mean it sounds good
2.- Theres nothing reggeaton about that trumpet
3.- You know shit, quit being pretentious
Some One - Wow, glad we have you here to explain to us why shitty music is actually good. His performance has nothing to do with how hard or easy it is. He simply isn't a good trumpet player.
Yeah that solo section sounded bad, that's it
People don't care, he sounds awful.
If Scarlett Johansson and Jessica Biel had a daughter
Jesus, the image that just played in my head lol.
Holy shit that's precisely what I was thinking.
That’s precisely what I was thinking.
with a dash of kate beckinsale....
cheers!
Holy shit that's precisely what I was thinking.
That trumpet and this interpretation - 10 points
Interpretation type of horror. I have played the trumpet for 25 years, and had students in training for 15 years. If the trumpeter here has paid an instructor to learn an instrument, I would recommend that he demand the money back. He "turns" tones. Blows at full strength probably to cover incompetence. He tries some skills where he misses most of the notes. No self-respecting musician will humble himself as it does here. 😁
that trumpet sucks - too much "sloppiness"
Damn, lots of respect for that trumpet player, very beautiful woman with great vocals, a good band plus a great song By A-Ha! Love it!!
Don't know why the negative comments about the trumpeter!? I loved it.
Go to 2:05 it sounded so bad
He can’t play the fucking part right lol
If there wasn't the trumpeter, this would have been an average cover. I really like how he sounds
Trumpet is supposed to sound like this in this style =/
The synth solo in the bridge should really have been handed over to the keys. The trumpet playing is skillful, but its loud strident tone fails to convey the light-hearted sense of magic in the original track. I often find Mike Olson's trumpet and distorted guitar tones harsh and overbearing in the mix. He's a talented musician, but I prefer a sideman to blend in rather than stand out.
Can't hit the like button hard enough. So much goodness here.
I'm a 70 year old and I live that sound,, or mite be her long au notes,, he. gb
The trumpet player's shadow on the wall is like a scene from a horror movie.
You are funny..
Noticing that is a sure sign you were bored.
@@banjopink4409 Well the girl is not in every shot...
So is his trumpet playing . Scares the s**t out of me.👎🏻
Like a scene in a David Lynch movie, but I like that.
Fun and ambitious cover. How 16,000 people don't like this is just beyond me.
Isn't that bass player the most huggable woman on the planet? She's really feeling it. HAHA! I love it!
BurnRoddy She is adorable..
Although Rachael gets the attention for a variety of good reasons, I'm glad I'm not alone recognizing Bridget's considerable contribution to LSD's appeal.
trumpeting that part must NOT have been easy lol
The squints were intense
If he'd kept it simpler,might have been a few less bum notes
OvAeons hahahaha
He was turning red as a tomato at one point.
dave hendo sometimes mistakes is part of art process and it makes it magical, just like this cover :)'
The 70’s paneling really makes this performance POP!!!!
Oh wow, loved the lulled ending...the whole thing! Every member is truly impressive!
So much freaking talent in one room.
fuck did I just wake up at the Holiday Inn lounge?
Now that's fuckn funny .still laughing
Can't stop laughing .
I saw this song and I couldn't stop playing it. I must have watched this video twenty times. And then I watched twenty more of your videos. Wow. I had to look up the words, figure out the chords and learn how to sing and play it.. Thanks so much. Lake Street Dive is so cool, and this jazzy take on this amazing song is one of the best I've heard.
You have different requirements for music, I understand. For this reminds me of when we were 12 years old and were going to start up with bands. Recordings say it sounded cruel. This band plays so amateurishly that it cuts to the ears. Especially the trumpeter. He sounds like he got his instrument a few weeks ago. He plays staccato where there should be mykw tones, he turns the tones when he gets tired in the lip. And he should learn to play before posting a video.
@@runerebnordantonsen3202 There is a certain "garage band" thing that is going on in this particular recording. If you look into their music, they are all well schooled, and one of the things that makes them so original sounding is their home grown approach, in my opinion. Rachel has been singing since she was young, and was a powerhouse when she was still a child. Her voice carries the band, and the rest of them are a part of it. They've been together some time now. After seeing them on Steven Colbert's show the other night, it seems to be working. They have some great new songs that are well produced and they are becoming pretty popular. Rachel's deep, melodic, wide ranging voice, reminiscent of the Memphis, New Orleans and Austin bar scenes is perfectly fit into this pop-esque and even campy at times juxtaposition that makes for an interesting mix. Yes, the trumpet was a little over the top on that song, but It didn't hurt that bad... :)
@@Scott_works, Of course, you should support them when you enjoy listening to them. The vocalist is probably the best of them, but will probably never compete with voices such as Shania Twain, Madonna or others in the pop category. Compared to the band a-ha, they were at the top of lists around the world with this song, and unfortunately they are not a millimeter close to lifting the song as the original version is. I can imagine that they can be successful at local parties, Christmas parties and other events where the audience does not make such great demands other than that there is music there. And if you are also familiar with them, I understand that you want to defend them. But in this case, they destroy a big hit completely
Totally agree with you they ruined the song completely. cannot understand why people are love them, don't they have ears? I rather listening to screaming cats 🙀
@@ronashalom I don’t think this song is great for a cover and the trumpet was over the top. I’m a 100% confident if you look up “Go Down Smooth”, “Mistakes”, and “Hypotheticals” that you’ll change your opinion of them. If this video is your first experience with this group it’s not a representation of what they’re about.
That trumpet had to be ear shattering in that little room. Made my fillings come loose over video.
Thanks for covering! Love the Trumpet. It adds greatly to the song. Loved the original with A-Ha. It took 4 people to sing his range. What a treasure and a great tribute. Trumpet is the winner!!
This singer is extremely beautiful and attractive. She has something charming.
It is because of the lights :)
She is light that makes them burn so bright!
I am having total flashbacks - the clothing, the paneling, the song....this is great.😂🥰
¡Que sonido tan limpio y tan directo! Me encantan Lake Street Dive. Su frescura es de lo mejor que he visto.
03:18 I love that she is having so much fun that she just busts out laughing......THIS is what music is all about!
So right!
I love the garage band sound of this! No filters, no reverb, no auto-tune, nothing but fun-lovin' talent! Every musician in the band is super talented but you hear those slight mistakes that make this video really feel like a live class act. Kudos, A.V. Club! I'm subscribing!
Peter Moeykens my thoughts exactly.. it's a break from over polished songs now days..
Peter Moeykens, I wouldn't describe them all as "super talented," but point taken on the straight shooter approach. It's refreshing to hear them actually play.
There's bands w technical ability through the roof, but the essence of the song can be lost in the delivery. This was executed to imperfect perfection. As you said, there's some clunkers, but the highs easily outweigh the lows.
Plus, she's sexy as fuck.
exactly my thoughts, this was raw, fun and real. also earned a sub from me.
Yep could not agree more!!
I love what you Say :)
Music is soo over produced, love this, love raw. x
Much respect for your trumpet player. Those that know, it's not easy.
Props for them trying to cover a very tough 80’s Classic in a unique way.
My thoughts excactly. It didn´t work very well, but the idea was great. Kinda like A-ha goes Beirut, the band.
This tells me how brilliant the singer of A-HA did singing the original song.
exactly!!!!
That horn tho..
Man, that dude tears it up!
I love the gorgeous lead singer. She is a beauty. ❤
So much about this version is awesome. Bridget Kearney rules.
I love it how everyone has a microphone and sing along
Uauuu!!! What a powerfull voice!!! A great version!! I like it SO MUCH!!!! You reivented the song...
These are fun people. Love how this guy plays his trumpet, I’m a little jealous. Bass is great, lead singer, so jazzy, drummer tight as paint, keyboard pays and laughs. Love it.
I am absolutely in love with this performance. The best cover of the song I've ever heard. Such a unique rendition and performed with such life and spirit. It sounds so human and organic I cannot express how much I love this cover. The trumpet player is an absolute monster and deserves props for the fact that his chops actually held in there for the whole song VERY impressive. And that solo oh my god. You have to remember that the solo was perfomaned on a synth keyboard where all your notes are laid out in front of you. He did the solo with three valves and his lips. Which is really quite a feat how well he played it. Absolutely amazing with such a great feel for the song. The keyboard player added such a soft touch to the song and added that harmony that the song defiantly needed. The drummer adds such a unique flavor and vibe to the performance with the off-beats and tom interludes. I also loved how he played with the time just enough to really propel and hold the song back when he needed to. That being a skill most drummers lack. The bassist I absolutely adore. Upright is incredibly difficult alone when playing in an orchestra but to be able to play so accurately on a FRETLESS interment that her head doesn't even reach the scroll on is VERY impressive. And lastly on the singer. I love her voice so much. So remonstrant of the classic jazz singers of the 30s and 40s. She sounded so confident and so in control. The song was truly felt and not just sang heartlessly. And even with all of this going on everyone still managed to pull off HARMONIZED backing vocals on top of it all. The performance is not sterile and every note is not perfectly in tune. But no real live performance will ever be. This song was performed by humans and it shines through so clearly. The song is so organic and raw and I just cannot get enough of it because so few bands are willing to put themselves out there like this. An absolutely tremendous performance by an already fantastic band.
Almost more impressed by your comment than the performance! Both nailed it :)
As much as I do enjoy this preformance, Cap'n Jazz is the best band to do it IMO. While here we have contained energy and a really tight and beatiful preformance, Cap'n Jazz does it completely different. The energy is fast, exciting, and generally more fun. I'd take fun over beauty. This version Im more likely to play when family is around. Just my thoughts.
Sleepless Wow, just listened to it. We have different definitions of fun :)
Going now to put my ears in water...
What she said.....
As a certified 80's teenager, I approve of this cover.
People throw rocks at things that shine! You guys shine like the sun!
Ugh 🤦🏻♂️
The first time i watch and listen . I was hooked. Love it . Specially the beautiful singer keep it up
I wish I was sitting in that club with a basket of fries and a root beer. I could here the whole set!
Haha I like how you're very specific about your food selection in a live band environment.
Put me down for one of each as well.
@@scorpionwins6378 haha! right after the global pandemic!
3:34 I love the trumpet. For some reason I imagine a strange blend of the 50's and 80's. A bunch of greasers hanging out at an old school arcade/amusement park. The rides are all the 50's alien vibe, Roswell. It's neon and ultraviolet under the night sky.
I just smoked Blueberry Kush too! ;)
The song was a huge hit partly because of the pencil-sketch video.
Back in the day, we would stop to watch great videos, even whilst dancing in a club. Video was new, and this one was memorizing.
The lyrics are actually quite genius, and this performance is exceptional. Trumpet, bass, percussion, keyboard and vocals are spot on.
I feel like youtube has failed me. How am I just now seeing this? 💜
Mom pants on point lol Anyway, loving the cover.
Back in the day (1973) those pants were perfect for the in style high school teenager. And the top is also perfect (although mine was made of angora knit) Moms would never have such wide bottoms or the little gap between top and pants.
That zipper gotta be a foot long
Hanger to get em on
Don't know if the pants are a net positive or negative, but she's pulling it off, and is pretty hot in a real natural way.
High waist, tight, flared legs. I stared at too many of those back in the day. Definitely not mom jeans. Those would be those ugly Capri pants.
Anyone that can manage "sexy" in '70s mom jeans has got my vote.
80's clothes, dingey 80's faux wood plastic wall panels, 80's song. They went all out!
I was so confused, I stopped the video to check the date, went back to the video and checked out more. I'm sure some viewers still don't get it. :)
Actually, it is real wood, though pulp board. Yet true, the imitation (chemical) patterns are on a plastic sheet emplaced on the pulp particulate.
Good god, her voice and singing style! She’s a super star who needs huge Brazilian dollar contract.
I liked this more than I thought I would.
Lake Street Dive are incredible! Everything is better when I get a chance to listen to them.
What a beautiful Woman i fell in LOVE the first Time i saw her singing
I thought the trumpeter was going to have a stroke.
He didn’t,... but I did
He's a damn good player actually. Maybe a bit "DCI"
You obviously have never played trumpet. This is a very difficult piece at that range. He did awesome.
I cant quit laughing...i love this...!!! Waaaaahahahahahahaha
Or at least bust a poofoo valve
I find myself listening to this once a day
Great job guys. I enjoy it
You killed the song. And murdered it at the same time.
They all love what they are doing and so do I.
I feel happy watching the trumpet man's suffering. Thanks for making the world a happy place.
The Keyboarder has my energy of enjoying things. That dude is just having a blast.
The drummer is loving life as well
Why shouldn't he? He hit the lottery. He got offered a free seat on a fun ride.
@@mattguest6326 never said he shouldn't.
Always so natural and having fun!! Missing the live shows!!
To me, this band not only killed it on this cover, they reinvented the whole song while honoring every lyric. Maybe the original video (one of the most memorable and watchable videos of the roaring '80's imho) was so "high concept" that the true meaning of this love song was lost on me: but LSD has made this one of the most poignant love songs I have ever heard in my 58 years on this planet. Her expressions/singing are captivating and her announcing "I'll be coming for your love o k" just knocks me over. Then to create the exact opposite type of video from the hi tech original, this being basically a garage band setting, and craft these beautiful harmonies and unusual instruments into an epic cover and then smash it out of the ballpark is remarkable. A raucous trumpet solo to an A-Ha song ? I hope I can catch them live, I see they are coming nearby this summer. And yeah, the singer is a babe.......
bro are you kidding me? i try not to be a hater.. but this cover is university prep garbage..
'Try' a little harder "bro" !
They're not in tune and the trumpet player misses many notes (maybe they should've selected a lower key).
@@plansahead4233 this guy saying he tries not to be a hater is kind of like that girl that you pick up at the bar after 3 drinks saying well I don't normally do this then comes home with you........lol
if you can strip a band down to basics and they sound this good you KNOW they got it!
yes....some missing the point of this...
Darkfaith 66 - No, Not missing the point - It's out of tune..and quite badly - my ears don't really cope well with that. I'm not a snob and love to hear live - but part of being a musician is to be in tune. People can't hear it here? If this was being played on fretless instruments like violins, cellos etc - it would be really pretty bad. If you look at a lot of the comments- it seems to be about how pretty the girls are.
One of a very few singers who can keep her eyes open. Awesome 👏
Her hair is just so... gloriously voluminous
I love everything about this. Such a fun performance of such a fun song by such a fun looking band.
They are incredible. They do loads of other great covers and originals too.
shame they can't sing
They suck man..this is why there are so many sucky bands out there cuz idiots like you keep encouraging talent-less peeps
Horrible!!!
What
Eroticnightmare said
Woah, that note at 2:00 blew my hair back. What a moment.
this song is so good you cant spoil it even if you try as hard as they did
I don't know, they almost succeeded.
Haha true 😂
Oh I don't know, they did a pretty good of wrecking it..
"Good One People" love those old tunes from the 1900's
Cap'N Jazz will always have the best cover of this
YES!
Sean Crawford classic
agreed
Love this. So much fun to watch. Love the chourus harmonies. That horn player has excessive amounts of talent. And the lead singer sings great and exudes confidence and sexiness. Quality bass and drums.
Thanks for this.
Wow, trumpet was off the planet!
I love it ! Perfect blending of voices .
Beautifully expressed - no smoke and mirrors here, just the straight goods, hangin out.
That is indeed what SHE said....