Stunning interpretation of a classic. This man is a bona fide genius who turns every cover into gold. A faultless performance and great video. The sadness of the song's lyrics is kept in this version, which manages to be upbeat at the same time. I find the modern incarnation of Dexy's deeply moving not just for the quality of the songs but also the dignity in the way Kevin is a survivor who is still able to produce beautiful, uplifting music that keeps on getting better and better. Authenticity has always been the hallmark of Dexy's and on current form Kevin just keeps on finding his voice again and again. The video to 'Both Sides Now' is so moving in the way it depicts the friendship of the gang and the sense of a group of outsiders bound together by their individuality and refusal to conform. That's my take on it anyway!
I love this version. My favourite viewing is the video of them walking in stunning vintage apparel. Play it all the time! Joni Mitchell's original is hauntingly beautiful and mournful. Kevin Rowland elevates this pretty song to a level of grooviness which I find cures the morning depression!!
