We definitely appreciate talented covers of Zeppelin, but they are rare. This version of Stairway features a band called Far Corporation, whos primary claim to fame is this particular version of Zeps greatest hit. Contrary to public perception, Far Corporation was actually the first group to make the singles charts with this song as Led Zeppelin had never released it as a single. Some of the musicians Frank Farian assembled include vocalist Robin McAuley, drummer Simon Phillips, ex-Saga drummer Curt Cress, and three members of Toto: vocalist Bobby Kimball, keyboardist David Paich, and guitarist Steve Lukather. Far Corporation released its first album Division One in 1985 on Arista Records and their cover of Stairway to Heaven reached 8 on the UK singles chart. This cover definitely has the 80s written all over it, with breathy keyboards and Phil Collins style drumming, but it is worth a listen!
Posted on: Tue, 15 Apr 2014 16:07:37 +0000
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