Chris Isaak "Wicked Game" (Larkin Poe Cover)

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[@drno1065]

I finally understand what it was like for Odysseus when he heard the Sirens. This is truly magical :)

[@jlmmag72]

Definitely Sirens! Gorgeous!!!

[@jonlloyd594]

A cover that actually smashes it out of the park. Stripped down, those high notes and harmony, just wow.

[@rexwave4624]

You broke my heart with this. There’s a point where technical skills, then art, are left behind and only emotion is left.

[@markcooper8561]

I have to agree wholeheartedly with you there my friend. This one had the hairs on my neck standing up way before Rebecca started singing. The Slide Queen had my heart from the first note, then when the vocals started I was gone and done for.

[@myztresslola]

Yes. I concur, as well.

[@frazerburns91]

That is a beautiful observation

[@kenrayfrauenstein5291]

Nothing like playing with feeling.

[@johancoes6984]

Yeah man, you said it and I understand cause it touches me to. And thats a wonderfull feeling.

[@ralphlw]

As much as I love Larkin Poe's Southern Blues Rock performances, these quieter moments are my favorites.

[@liecht]

Dear friends, the world is in serious need of an album of songs like that.

[@jasonbates2687]

I believe they made a cover album, see above

[@OrchestrationOnline]

Their secret: they make it real. Everything they write, everything they reinterpret, everything they perform. When they're blasting away on stage, they're at the top of their game - and when they perform just as a duo then the emotion is even more intense because it's all on the surface. One of the greatest sister acts of all time.

[@RatherBeRiffing]

I don’t want to fall in love with Larkin Poe said no one ever. What a masterful rendition of a masterpiece. Bravo.

[@kathiemcbainmann8969]

Seriously…..these sisters (if they want to) will be on top for……ever?. Even if they changed their mind NO ONE WILL EVER FORGET THEM. I’m so pleased that they’ve chosen to continue. Might this mean “ Mad as a hatter” will become available on an album eventually? Every ones asking girls. Js

[@sinecast]

If it's permitted to make requests, I hope that I don't fall in love with you, by Tom Waits would be nice.

[@lydiacooper8876]

@@sinecast any day, any time, I'd marry him and the ones who think they understand me, would understand.

[@thomasknopfler2621]

I know what you mean, got goos bumbs all over.

[@AR-nh5qz]

Too late…💜

[@nosecretsbass7471]

I wonder if Chris Isaak knew what this song could become in the hands of such great artists? Simple, wholehearted, beautiful. Stunning

[@Johnboy33545]

Yes he did. At least he hoped so.

[@josephdimalante7023]

The late great James Calvin Wilsey, Chris Isaak's guitar player would be proud of this cover. May he R.I.P.

[@rcookco31]

Indeed he would. RIP James. One of the nicest guys ever as well.,

[@Grant_Ferstat]

I was thinking the same thing.

[@RJok-v1t]

Please I beg you..please put this on your next album. This is pure magic

[@stormryder811]

And also put You Can Close Your Eyes on that album.

[@skaraborgcraft]

When i lose faith in the world and see only everything that is wrong, i get renewed faith in life when i see these two girls bang out something like this. Awesome job!

[@geoffcaptaincpaige1167]

Me too, they are 'as one' perfection, a complete, tear raising experience. Something very special, rare and wonderful.

[@Bambooken]

Agreed, so true

[@moriahgilbert9727]

No kidding... you and me both. Especially because I know that there are still those out there who love music like I do. The passion they bring! It's indescribable.

[@frankboyd.]

We need to keep that positive flame inside us glowing. This is a good place to start. Rock on 🎸

[@Knight14649]

Everything they play is just superb then and now in 2024….

[@papaowl13803]

Rebecca's voice is so damn strong, and will Megan's steel this is so WELL DAMN BEAUTIFUL.😭😭😭🤧🤧🤧

[@michaelpal7641]

Very, very few and rare times I've watched a video of musicians and got chills over the emotions and vocal timbre. This is the moment when the universe aligns. Well done Rebecca & Megan. Well done.

[@TomO.3678]

Stunning...absolutely stunning. The picking, the slide, the vocal harmonies...everything!

[@-R-o-k]

As the saying goes: Everything sounds better in Larkin Poe.

[@davefouchey8847]

This had me in tears and sent shivers up and down my spine oh man Rebecca and Megan at the top of their skills makes this old mans heart beat and feel again.

[@rolfbrunner3016]

...and these slide !!!!Can a feeling go deeper inside ?!

[@Diomodo]

This is the BEST cover EVER of this song. I absolutely adore these megatalented women.

[@steinbauge4591]

I still prefer that of London Grammar/Hannah Reid.

[@Krispy1011]

its obvious you don't get around youtube much as there are many super great covers of this song and Larkin Poe while its very good it does not get the Golden ticket award

[@jurgweber107]

I agree with @Krispy1011. For sure this is a fantastic cover. But there are so many great covers of «Wicked Game» around. Impossible to decide which one is the best. Stone Sour, Philippe Berghella (La voix, France), Chase Eagleton, Luisant ... to name a few vor 2 Wochen

[@jurgweber107]

​@@steinbauge4591 I absoutely agree. For sure this is a fantastic cover. But there are so many great covers of «Wicked Game» around. Impossible to decide which one is the best. Stone Sour, Philippe Berghella (La voix, France), Chase Eagleton, Luisant ... to name a few

[@squonk25]

Original proved the vocal abilities of it's vocalist. This proves the soul of these two sisters.

[@willmiddleton9199]

Pure. Unadulterated. Talent. Just off the charts beautiful. #1 on my need to see live list....

[@billyobong4469]

If any song was begging for a LP treatment, it was this one, and the ladies do not disappoint! Outstanding!!

[@michiganengineer8621]

This is probably _THE_ best cover I've ever heard of this song.

[@grantalexander7097]

it's good however I think Celine Dions version is better and I love Larkin Poe

[@anotherdamntroll]

I love Daisy Grey's version, beautiful voice

[@jmarkharvey]

This is a GREAT song anyway, but it’s as good as it comes for Megan’s slide. It lets Rebecca show her vocal range too. In other words, this is another A+. Don’t know how you all can get much better, but I can’t wait to hear where you go next.

[@rsmiech6691]

Please do not take Larkin Poe apart and judge individual ingredients. They are great as a team, as a whole, unique. However, I must admit that I also love the Meagan's slides. :-)

[@johancoes6984]

Can be anywhere, that stunning gospel out of “th color purple, it don’t mean a thing if it ain’t got that swing, with the RatPak and Ella F. Or maybe a fierce, haunting flamenco with Carmen Linares or Bachs Toccata Fuga, the intro rocks my boat. Death letter by Son House or the accapella version of motherless children by Tina Turner. And this one you may not know, Heavenless by Ilse de Lange live. And a lot more. But this Wicked Game, man I so much agree with you. It moves ya, it’s that good!

[@eugenevanhouten3951]

Just a old 77 year old guy.....thank you guys soooo much for your great music

[@donindri]

If you’re not moved by this you’ve never loved 🥰! Thanks for posting

[@justinw1765]

Or haven't had your heart torn out, thrown on the ground, and stomped on.

[@MrTattva]

I wish I wasn't moved by this

[@stopbeingsoweirdstill]

what a breath of fresh air

[@JoanDArc77]

They smile really big when singing "Nobody loves no one" because they know it's not true - these two obviously love each other very deeply.

[@munkeeBraynStoo]

This world is only gonna break your heart. It broke mine!!! Jesus put me back together. There were so many pieces, but he knew just where they all fit!!!

[@scottcalabro6561]

Just outstanding! I never tire of Megan's skill on that lap steel. Touche'

[@jenniferwalker8705]

Your talent, your harmonies might literally be unmatched in the music world today. This was absolute fire!!🔥

[@Knight14649]

Years ago the Indigo Girls had the great harmonies…

[@rolfr6662]

Megan’s’ approach and attack on her instrument is so awesome. It’s a nice contrast. Her vocals are extremely complimentary. Great musician!... both of them.

[@joanniemartineau8378]

Its Amazing... one of my favorite! Please plan to come in Quebec!!!

[@conifergreen2]

Excellent that you put feeling into this song rather than just belting it out.

[@doughaynes8771]

Larkin Poe covers are the best! Y'all care about the music!

[@jonathanbrazee3846]

James Wilsey's guitar playing made that song. R.I.P.

[@GregoryLuce]

Is there anything these two can't do? Yet another stunner.

[@jonathannugent5899]

There are many cover versions of this song, but this is one of the best…

[@paulafranceschi]

Those harmonies!!!!!!

[@imagesofstyle]

It started out well, but holy shit, that slide-break! *That* is how you make me drop anything else I'm paying attention to.

[@rexwave4624]

The anger and the hurt are right there.

[@metairieh853]

Yay!!! One of my all time favorite songs, by my favorite Blues sister duo! :) Mama's ears are happy :)

[@DeeEllEff]

Of all your covers, and you’ve done some great ones, this is my new favorite. As others have already said, Rebecca’s lead vocal along with Meghan’s harmonies this time are just mesmerizing, and the slide break, well, it’s outstanding!

[@professorbrix]

Beautiful! 👌

[@grahamhunt6863]

I simply don't understand how you two lovely people smash these covers every single time! This one is one of your VERY best! Soulful, so, so sad but so uplifting! Please let's have a version of Love's Signed DC. It's begging for you! Much respect and grateful thanks. See you in the UK (again) next year!

[@007vsMagua]

This performance breaks my heart. The dust of the desert.

[@enigmaracingforum]

Bloody hell. Amazing. Just amazing.

[@chucktomlitz9148]

The talent on display here is staggering

[@mankenybom9344]

OMG goose bumps all over....!!

[@nckwlch]

What the hell was that? Who are they? Who says there is a no new good music… (i know its an old song) but they are beyond anything I’ve heard for ages. What happened to the Pierces? Loved them too.

[@natehall8004]

You guys make me Happy 😊

[@d.j.peters]

"one of your best" "the technical skills" "simply incredible" "excellent" "goosebumps" "wonderful" "amazing" ...

[@rexwave4624]

Pick six…

[@StewartBlues]

That voice!

[@hokusai41]

Oh my freaking goodness. One of my all time favourites getting the Larkin Poe special sauce.

[@hokusai41]

And that was just glorious. Those harmonies. : )

[@ewaldvitorrisignoril2328]

The accoustic 🙆 just draws you!

[@armingraeber5893]

... Rebecca: Your voice touches me so deep! .... Megan : Your slideguitar is killing me! 🤩☺

[@catarnett661]

The queens of rock and slide....

[@Ordyman81]

These two lovely ladies can make any song go to another level. Thanks for your passion.

[@JonnyVegas11]

Talk about GOOSEBUMPS!... Thanks for that!❤️🙏🏼

[@stevetautog880]

from 2:02 to 2: 00 I was compelled to let the tears flow unbelievable passion and all the guitar licks are pure killer

[@SteveAttwood]

Breathtaking...

[@dannymatthews6365]

You two have done it again. I can’t believe the emotion you put into playing this Chris Isaak song. Or maybe it’s the emotion you bring out of me listening to it. Which ever it is, it’s so deep, so massive, I love it. I love your ability to move me in this way. Thank you. Thank whatever force in the universe it is that has brought you here, now.

[@zechariahdemshar8696]

Megan's slide guitar is so soulful. Astounding. I am grateful.

[@maxmullins1807]

This is one of the most beautiful songs ever written and these two have made it more beautiful.....

[@ursafan40]

Chris Isaak is hard to cover well. This is great. Megan's slide work brings a whole new dimension to it

[@belowthesilvermoonBe]

Excellent song choice, Rebecca & Megan!! Very excited for tomorrow! ☮️💜

[@beckster757]

The heart cries with love like emotions in my veins. You don't want to get cut because you're scared how those emotions would stain. When love cuts deep, you can never prepare for the flood. So you sit back trying to cry tears of blood. Well, there's no dam that could hold that kind of river of love. River of love. Sing like Larkin Poe!

[@oldgoat1531]

On the verge of tears at the start, then the vocals… I just lost it

[@FlourensDelannoy]

Double voice + guitar in crucial moment - amazing. My favorite adaptation of the song, i heard quite few, e.g. by London Grammar

[@thomasrogers3008]

The slide sounds absolutely STUNNING in this. So beautiful - gut wrenching.

[@MCBhangramuffin]

This knocks that London Grammar cover of this track into next week. It's miles better than any other cover

[@kalebdaark100]

LP covers are usually pretty damn good, but every now and then they do one that gives you chills. This is one of them.

[@TENDRIL77]

WOW! I am speechless.

[@greggorsag9787]

As many have said, this is a great cover. Love the spare, dry approach, dynamic build, restrained guitars (til the lap steel solo, which pops like crazy). No place to hide here at all, and no need for one. Harmonies not too shabby either. Bravo!

[@jacquesjeanrijnsburger2702]

Love you and the Muir Woods t-shirt!😊

[@georgestevens1502]

Breathtaking. I knew Rebecca would unleash her howling vocal at some point (about the 2 miiinutes in) and it cuts through to take the song to a new level. The extra treat is that Megan not only covers the signature tone and licks, but then she throws in great single note improv toward the end that also elevates the work, and her musicianship, to a new level. The constant steady building of the artistry of these two troubadors is remarkable and not ony enjoyable, but soothing and soulful, especially in a song that contemplates sorrow and loss like this one. They done ya proud Chris!

[@TheJackBlast]

O.M.G. I've heard this song performed by many famous and not so famous musicians, but never has any one of them brought tears to my eyes until now. The passion is overwhelming in you two. Signed- Fan For Life

[@michaeloxman3820]

I've heard this song hundreds of times, but the tragedy and heartbreak never really resonated with me until I heard your version. The two of you are such a force. Brava.

[@randos.946]

Atmospherically Mystical !!! Teaching us their haunting klezmer melodies !!! . . . . Boo & Moo, heading to a volcanic, black sand beach near you !!! Great job Ladies !!! You ROCK !!!

[@thefalcon9536]

Might be the best version I've heard ever Wow Girls. !!😑😎 absolutely haunting

[@andrewc.2952]

Living this song now. Bone chilling realness.

[@rocketpost1]

Absolutely outstanding in every way. Can't praise this performance enough from the great song choice to Rebecca's powerful lead vocal. From Megan's amazing harmony vocal to her sublime lap-steel playing. Perfect.

[@photographerw.j.smithphoto1214]

Wow...just wow...emotion, feeling and pure skill!

[@Carnivoregirl6]

This is Amazing! Please put it on an album 💜

[@voxmerus]

Sucks I’m seeing this two years late. I’ve listened to four or five of your covers tonight and have been brought to tears twice. Wow.

[@jeffcowan603]

One of your best. And that's saying something.

[@jennbamboo]

Oh these Sisters are something else ❤❤❤

[@jamesduncan2620]

Such an Awesome song! You 2 poured your HEARTS into this! I got chills Literally!!!!

[@temporalslinger4281]

My favorite yet! I think I like it more than the original.

[@VipulChagotra]

Beautiful cover Rebecca and Megan. and red and blue color hair looks very cool on Megan

[@daveguitarnowski4402]

just awesome!

[@jaycheek254]

Killing it girls! I saw y'all perform with Billy F. Gibbons and you girls "unintentionally" stole the stage with your performance.

[@TjPhysicist]

Ooh I saw a pic they posted with him, didn't know they performed with him, where/when was this?

[@herbertschmied2441]

These two hit me 70 Years old Guy in the Heart with all that Music that they play.

[@mrmockatoo6786]

Captivating, heart breaking, evocative - Larkin Poe at their best. I'm already in love.

[@jayscheidemen4455]

LOVELY! JUST SO LOVELY!!!!

[@ScottMcCray]

James Wilsey is smiling over this one... well done ladies.

[@Lonewhitewolf1]

I’m humbled by your work and expertise !!! Wow!! Bravo Bravo!! I’ll take the bow as I wipe the tears from my eyes!!! Thank you soo much!! God speed girls!!!

[@kellyjohnson9749]

Five seconds in, my heart was already melted. What a great cover! You ladies give me hope for the future of music.... Keep up the great work, kiddos!

[@MrPepsLoko]

Impossible not to fall in love with these two

[@diasandtheastronauts]

So good! Right in the feels! 3 chords and a whole lot 'o magic.

[@LoneWolf-McWeed]

Hi 👋🏻 I’m back because I had to say something. I very recently discovered your band. Now a couple nights ago I was brought to tears when I found Mad as a hatter. I live in Ohio, born and raised. Over two years ago my father was taken away, house car and everything sold and put in a home in Georgia. Thank you ladies from the bottom of my ❤️. Your music has touched me and is helping me through a trying, dark time right now. I am grateful 🙏🏻 GOD BLESS YOU BOTH. ✌🏻❤️🎶

[@billchurch1145]

So much soul, and such a passionate performance! Chris Isaak is digging it, for sure. Both ladies really shine on this piece. LP just keeps getting better and better with every cover they do. Keep them coming!

[@alainlegoff7806]

You brought tears to my eyes.