In this ongoing Monday Series we will be exploring various artists versions of Bob Dylan song's. Today's tune is a live cover by The Midnight Ramble Band playing "With God On Our Side"
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From the first time we talked about around Veterans Day as well:
Perhaps the most poignant and lasting song Dylan has written and that speaks volumes. Lyrically it is perfect; using history, the warping of religion and politics to get across the point that man will rationalize anything, even war. Only played live 30 times since it's debut at Dylan's historic Town Hall show the song has added weight and meaning when it is played.
Morality and War, Religion and Righteousness, all just words when it comes down to it, hold life inside those letters. Musically stark, Dylan uses his impressive lyrics to express the confusion perfectly. Should be mandatory listing in every history classroom.
Cover:
Thoughts on Cover Artist:
Those who have seen the Midnight Ramble know that is showcases a host of rotating musicians. For this tune they were, Amy Helm, Connor Kennedy, Zach Djanikian, and Leslie Mendelson.
Thoughts on Cover:
Before the song starts Amy and Leslie state it directly, this song is so powerful still today. A really terrific version, that unfortunately leaves a verse out. Other than that this is a lovely acoustic take of a great song.
Every year we like to feature this cover as close as we can to the USA's celebration of Veterans Day. A powerful song and a call to really think before fighting.
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