The Hives just came out with a new single called “Go Right Ahead”. Go right ahead and check it out next to ELO‘s classic “Don’t Bring Me Down”.
UPDATE:
Thanks for the tip from Travis. According to the wikipedia page for “Go Right Ahead” The Hives contacted ELO for permission to use the “Don’t Bring Me Down” melody.
Small sections of the song bears similarity to British group Electric Light Orchestra’s (ELO) “Don’t Bring Me Down”. However, it should be noted that The Hives contacted and received permission from ELO’s songwriter, Jeff Lynne, to use the similar riff. – wikipedia
The Hives - "Go Right Ahead" (2012)
Electric Light Orchestra - "Don't Bring Me Down" (1979)
submitted by Dustin
go right ahead and don’t bring me down 😀
Incredible.
The similarities are uncanny.
Also, just for kicks, how about a bit of Tears For Fears – Shout vs Little Birdy – Come On Come On.
The chorus of both songs.
this one is virtually identical.sheesh hives dont try to cover it up now.
keith this was done with permission according to wiki
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Go_Right_Ahead
Thanks for the tip Travis. I just added that to the post!
Heres one for the metalheads
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