Thursday, March 27, 2008

Download of the Day 3/27: Fall Out Boy's "Beat It" with John Mayer

Michael Jackson is a genius.

No matter what is said about his personal life, Michael Jackson is a true musical genius.

Like other geniuses, his work should remain untouched.

Then again, when you have the lungs of Patrick Stump, then maybe that rule can be re-examined.

In a completely bold and daring move, America's premier rock group Fall Out Boy has done a cover of Michael Jackson's "Beat It" with, of all people, John Mayer.

I know, WTF?

Anyway, listening to their version simply solidifies the timelessness of Michael's landmark album Thriller. 25 years after the song's original release, it still sounds current and original. Overall, I think they did a fantastic job with the song. of course, NOTHING can beat the original, but this is probably the best MJ cover I have ever heard. Patrick Stump goes all out here, ripping the song to vocal shreds (in a good way). Musically, the song sounds fresh and interesting without changing the original composition. It's funny, because when doing a cover, I suggest straying as far away from the original as possible.

Apparently, MJ is going through some financial trouble. Thanks to FOB, those troubles may be over.

RATING: 8/10

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