Hobbyhorse pays tribute to Donovan with a new cover version of
"Sunshine Superman" with full psychedelic arrangement including
electric sitar, harpsichord, middle eastern percussion, harmonium and
female lead vocal.
"We have been big fans of Donovan for many years, and wanted to pay
tribute to this creative musician and songwriter by recording a cover
of his famous song, "Sunshine Superman", says lead singer and
percussionist, Annie. "We love this song, and have played it at many
parties and music jams. It always makes people happy."
You may be wondering how Hobbyhorse's version compares to Donovan's.
"Our version has a dreamier and more sultry feel with a female lead
vocal," explains Annie. "But it has a similar psychedelic folk
aesthetic."
Donovan has been a big inspiration to Hobbyhorse as a well as
countless other folk and rock musicians. Hobbyhorse's sound is
partially modeled after Donovan's mystical psychedelic folk/rock. He
has also inspired their musical and artisitc philosophy of
experimentation, creativity and spirituality,
"We recently saw Donovan in concert and were thrilled to see that he
is as talented as ever," says lead guitarist and arranger, Phil
Campbell. "We hope he continues to make great music and inspire
musicicans for a long time to come."
Hobbyhorse's version of "Sunshine Superman" is free to liten to on
their website www.hobbyhorsecafe.com An original watercolor painting
by Annie called "Donovan Bursting Through His Guitar" is also
available for viewing on their website.
Hobbyhorse is a progressive folk/rock duo from the San Francisco Bay
Area. They also host an online music and art venue called Hobbyhorse
Caf? ? www.hobbyhorsecafe.com
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