The Sounds Of Autumn: Day 8/90: Monday September 30, 2019:’ September Gurls” Big Star/ The Bangles. Big Star is a band that should have made it big- but didn’t. They have been called “The American Beatles” by more than one rock critic. They released three albums back in the 70’s-all were well reviewed but not big sellers. It wasn’t until the mid-80’s that the band which no longer was- started to get some love. The Bangles covered their “September Gurls” and The Replacements wrote a song about the bands leader “Alex Chilton.” I had heard of but had never actually heard the band before The Bangles cover which motivated me to go out and find their music. I have included both the original “September Gurls” by Big Star and The Bangles excellent cover here.
The Bangles probably helped Big Star get noticed more than any other band…because of the widespread commercial appeal they had at the time. I do like their version.
Suzzana Hoffs + Rickenbacker…thats what dreams are made of lol.
I agree with you on both statements!
Both versions sound good, each in their own way.