Sledgehammer by Peter Gabriel (Morgan James cover)

[@93ericvon]

I can't thank Scott Bradlee enough for creating Postmodern Jukebox and introducing me to so many amazing artists! Morgan is now by far one of my favourite singers ever. Loving the new EP!!!

[@funkyalfonso]

Absolutely.

[@tablehaight1977]

Amen

[@erikellott7700]

Her voice control is INCREDIBLE!

[@yarmalykh]

As much as I love the original, but it's just beyond the pale. Incredible, amazing, gorgeous.

[@joshnotter1354]

Morgan James is an amazing vocalist. I don't know how many times I've listened to this, amazes me every time.

[@rhight]

Performances like this are why I love the internet. Thank you, Ms. James! (For the record, I love the chorus ladies. They're totally soulful and expressive!)

[@geinikan1kan]

This is the definition of vocal interpretation. Morgan is brilliant. Really happy to have found this singer on youtube. Just amazing.

[@gailremp3628]

geinikan1kan The whole post modern jukebox group is phenomenal.

[@fergoka]

I am totally addicted to talent and talented artists. Painters, musicians, singers, all.

[@wakeupamerica4610]

This is one of THE most underated singers/vocal talents today!!! This womans vocsls are magic!!!!

[@einheirjar6137]

The attitude, character and energy. Thank you so much for sharing your talent with us.

[@nosuchthingasshould4175]

As English is my second language, I greatly appreciate PMJ's and Ms James' service in making intelligible the words of some of my favourite childhood songs.

[@TheNewma225]

What is your first language? Where did you grow up hearing this tune? Just curious. :)

[@aktanakhmetov]

Hell yeah, same here. PMJ are doing a great job, and Morgan James is so licely and awesome.

[@ChilenoVengador]

I think the same the first time i heard her!

[@tschaderdstrom2145]

I would venture to guess there are millions of people with English as their first language that wouldn't have 'intelligible' as a word in their vocabulary.

[@elliottaxinn7132]

I completely agree. English is my first language, and I still don't understand many of the words in the songs I listen to. It is amazing how she enunciates each word so clearly. When you combine that with an amazing voice, you have an artist that I thoroughly enjoy listening to. Of course the icing on the cake is that watching her in videos isn't so bad either! ;)

[@chrisfiz9246]

Wow Morgan is just incredible. Why isn't she a huge star??? Love the backing singers too

[@johnsincak3877]

'Cause she can't fuckin' sing that's why. Sorry - cute ain't enough when you're trying to sing soul you gotta actually have the chops, and she definitely DON'T

[@chrisfiz9246]

@@johnsincak3877 what are you talking about?? How can you possible say she can't sing?? You may not like the tone of her voice and that's fair enough there's a few singers I don't like their voice but I still know and respect that they can sing I just don't like their voice, and that's obviously how you feel about Morgan But there's no way you or anyone else can say Morgan can't sing

[@williamgolden839]

I can't figure out why she isn't a big star also

[@C_Dana]

Yeah, why isn't she a huge star? She's a star in my book. She's still at it, performing better and better as the years have passed by.

[@xarmanhsh2981]

she is amazing , breathtaking even in that song , but i hear some of her solo work and it is not as impressive . Maybe she works better in a group

[@tedball8677]

Arrived here from The Charismatic Voice's breakdown of the cover & interview with Ms James. I was _not_ ready for the vocals on this cover. Oh my. Feeling, soul, heart, and jump an octave here and there without showing off. When she sings, this woman gets out of her own way.

[@s0dfish110]

I dont know what to say. Great voice, amazing backing vocals, brilliant musicians. Talented musical geniuses everywhere. WOW!..WOW!

[@bigdhaunter9521]

I'd listen to Ms. James sing the phone book-- but it would probably catch on fire....

[@stevensmith2053]

That's no shit!

[@PanglossDr]

Ha Ha true

[@michaeltriba1307]

I think that is what has started most of the forest fires this past decade. Billy Joel sang "We Didn't Start the Fire." Darn tootin' he didn't - Morgan James did!!!

[@anglomik]

Amen!

[@lauraneville50]

the truth!

[@glennotf]

A real tribute to Peter’s deep love for R&B, Gospel, and Soul. You bring it all even more than the man himself. You found the essence of the song.

[@divagirl9601]

Morgan is BAAAAD! And then her background singers - making their "yeah", "oooo" and effortless... love this!!!

[@JamesFolkers]

Those background singers are outstanding!

[@vinayrao3273]

Who has come back to listen to James' Sledgehammer in 2024?

[@SteveMillerhuntingforfood]

One of many, many times

[@ordmose]

Love her version :) So we will also "meet" here in 2025.

[@joshnotter1354]

Don't know how many times I've listened to this.

[@sayaman77]

I did and couldnt believe its already 9 years ago

[@robadams5799]

I'm having the pleasure of discovering Morgan James for the very first time on February 8, 2024. This is about the fourth song I've listened to, and I'm ready to her more.

[@polkageistwest4694]

Discovering Morgan James. Thank you, KZbin, for taking me down the tube to this wonderful place! Morgan, you are amazing!!!

[@markpolk232]

How many of you want a cigarette after that performance???

[@JWLONGVIEW]

She has a much better voice than just about all mainstream artists. Been listening to this song for about 7 years now. I'm still amazed at her vocal range. And she's beautiful. Win win

[@LaydiiVita]

I was looking for fifth harmony covers but I must say.. I am NOT disappointed. This woman is pure talent and a def eargasm.

[@neumannknight09]

This was Fire!!!! The Absolute Best Cover to this Classic that I've EVER Heard!!!

[@cuttlefisch]

One of the best voices I've heard in years.

[@MrTeff999]

I saw Postmodern Jukebox last night at Humphries. Morgan wasn't there, but the three women and one man who sang were just as amazing. So much talent.

[@jamesdunn9714]

@@MrTeff999 No one on Jukebox is as amazing. But they are amazing.

[@susiearviso3032]

I won't argue with that.

[@adam872]

I love absolutely everything about this.

[@vixengypsy]

As the 64,984th subscriber, I must say that Morgan's rendition of Dream On was what hooked me on her!

[@sprity8048]

maps got me first

[@uzimanify]

vixengypsy For me, it was breakfree on PMJ.

[@bobthompson2807]

@@sprity8048 Me too. I LOVE her KZbin performance of "Maps"! Yesterday I was listening to a jazz station and heard a woman singer whose way of singing the word, "you" reminded me of MJ. So I took note of the song title which I had never heard before and looked it up. And whattya know? It was she!. All I Ever Gave You kzbin.info/www/bejne/nqfFnHytd92Xg8k

[@Soul-driven]

vixengypsy yes! Me too. I mean, damn! She sang the hell out of it too. Wow!

[@anthonylawson2275]

I do not know if hers is the cover I've been searching for. I had begun to believe that I had imagined hearing a beautiful female voice doing Dream On. I only heard it once and then only part of it. I am about to find out if my search is over. Thanks for your comment it may be what leads to the fruition of the search.

[@bernardopaula1763]

They all are just amazing

[@realcoolbreeze]

Beautifully done. All 4 Soul sisters were amazing ! Beautiful blend of sound and talent .

[@decodecompany]

I just melt when Morgan smiles.

[@billedwards5860]

She’s got it all…extremely beautiful and a truly amazing voice! I’ll admit I’m smitten 🥰

[@garryroberts5106]

Have to come back to this every now and again ... how the hell does that voice come from such a tiny woman ? Put together with those totally sublime BVs ... perfection !!!

[@cajagato]

Found you through the Post Modern Jukebox. Great voice.

[@rickyramirez3483]

cajagato me too!

[@JN-md5uo]

Me three! Morgan has a strong, soulful & sweet voice!

[@spaceman6215]

Me four..... I now have new awesomeness to listen to!

[@danielpyziak6537]

Such an understatement

[@ИльяЯковлев-о8й]

One more time today..... and yesterday....., and the day before yesterday...... I love it!

[@matthewjarrett1068]

PMJ gets the most incredible vocalists that no one's ever heard of! This is just INSANELY good! Morgan, Hailey, Ariana, etc...all spectacular!

[@50srefugee]

Oh, I love James' voice, no doubt about it. But after the serious passion of "Dream On", it's lovely to see her joy radiating from her face.

[@ShadowcasterZero]

I love the heavy R&B styling on this cover! Such a huge voice from a tiny woman.

[@darkpitcher5242]

Iv'e been listening to this song for 35 years and this has got to be the best cover ever

[@georgehoward8313]

Holy Moly this girl can sing❤

[@MoiraRussell]

Fantastic!

[@stoneydanyahoo]

I feel just... HUMBLED watching this. Morgan, you are such a fantastic talent. Thank you so much for sharing your talent with us. I'm always mesmerized. All the best to you.

[@kennyhagan5781]

The lady was born to sing soul music.

[@lmaoroflcopter]

Came from over at The Charismatic Voice having just caught her reaction video to you and had to listen to it "first hand" absolutely incredible to hear!

[@usualsuspect8415]

Amazing feeling for the music. Best cover I've ever heard. Please give us more of that.

[@TopperMIDI]

Also found you through Post Modern Jukebox. You're the best singer I've ever heard!

[@l3f4b]

Morgan James tale me to Church

[@boboswin2879]

Out of the Park! Girl! Kudos to Peter Gabriel and the band.

[@moosemancini7043]

When I close my eyes and listen to you I feel the most beautiful soul in the world , thank you

[@seandaniel23]

Morgan James is a goddess.

[@josephschroeder8426]

No doubt!

[@paulninerhymes2336]

Yes she is!

[@kenweil194]

Yes she is.

[@brazmaster]

Fact!

[@brazmaster]

even the moan must be harmonic ...

[@RamblinRick_]

I've listened to nearly everything MJ has placed on KZbin. Love it all. However, when I need to see her just having fun with a song, I return here, time and again.

[@jerlikes1181]

Love the backup singers too, awesome!!!

[@michaelmacdonell4834]

How does someone with perfect diction sound when they have an amazing slept-in-late voice? Why, like this!

[@glenblack2412]

And not only is she beautiful and she can sing and a great performer. Much love 4 her❤️❤️

[@nicnac5133]

Her background singer's are amazing.

[@Cccoast]

Yes, they also are pretty established too!

[@khtnsuwdih]

They have great voice's and good look's

[@Paulo2k6]

They are good indeed. One of my favorite parts of the original song is the backing vocals.

[@danielemoscardini]

@@khtnsuwdih Ye's.

[@khtnsuwdih]

@@danielemoscardini Hahahah's

[@Kevin15301]

I have been watching this video for over 5 years and it never ever gets old.

[@cpmow831]

what a vocal range...so so good

[@squarepoint1884]

Absolutely LOVE all your performances! You are soooo talented!

[@dtom1145]

Dang that girl can sing! Soul to the core!

[@douglaslippertindy]

Wow.. What a voice!

[@OtisFan1]

It is rare that I like a cover more than an original, but this blows away the original. On top of the great voice, what a charming smile. Love her!

[@grahammonk8013]

This made me appreciate the original all over again, but how does that voice come from that slip of a girl? Terrific cover.

[@morgan1719]

Blown away. Peter Gabriel must be so touched by this!🙂

[@timmartin8088]

Damn... pipes on this amazing lady. Wife and I are hooked....

[@DrErikaMiley]

Girl is sangin!

[@timmartin8088]

We 'Discovered' her via PostmodernJukebox -- Yes, This lady sings, and sings well.

[@roberthartmann668]

+Tim Martin I found her the same way such good luck !

[@geekkc3249]

Tim Martin I am so hooked on these sisters! And i just started listening!

[@geekkc3249]

They can sing in my church anytime!

[@MrPulpandPaper]

Having fun...such a gifted talent...thank you for sharing.

[@rudyeres]

Amazing! Best Sledghammer's cover ever!. ❤️😍

[@karlstamper9243]

Beautiful... & the song lol 😎😎

[@lindaboney8309]

Excellent!! Amazing! You go Morgan!

[@VanDykeGray]

She is a Treasure. What an incredible talent.

[@jasonadkins8475]

Dang that girl can sing! Soul to the core! what a vocal range...so so good

[@sgttimmy2]

Arrangement was really good, Morgan’s vocals were nothing short of phenomenal, and a great piano solo in there as well❤️👏

[@peanutgallery4159]

Love this woman's voice, my new favorite

[@franciscogevaerd2539]

Apresentação fantástica, excelente performance, a cada vez que assisto suas apresentações mais me encanta , parabéns Morgan

[@mark3863]

🤩 I am amazed, every word is so clear and the pitch is perfect 👌

[@dd2343]

Wow...very impressive! I can't believe it took me 9 years to come across this gem.

[@TheChihuahua83]

she has a fantastic voice, but i think the backup singers and the piano man are what really made this song!! Love it!

[@tryder2451]

I do love this woman. She has remarkable voice and style!

[@BeverlyDillon2]

Girl you got soul in your singing. Love it.

[@rms2365]

She has such an amazing voice. How she’s not on a record label baffles...

[@Metaspace2]

Whoohooo!! What an amazing interpretation!!! 12 out of 10 stars!

[@AaronSutton-San-Diego]

I can't think of a better singer/band covering this song. Brilliant.

[@octopuliander6291]

I wanna hear every single background vocalist do this one as a lead too....You know they could slay

[@warrenmichael918]

Not just these background singers, there are many many great background singers that are just awesome and we will , sadly, never even know their names.

[@mehlindiinthewebway3910]

Most probably even better than Ms. James.

[@stevemcelmury4618]

Ms. Morgan is so gifted... pizzzaaazzzz, voice, & a raw emotionality that will burst out with her own material... good luck, & go become a huge star! 😀

[@marlecmarine5393]

The backing singers are simply superb, very impressed......:-)

[@GINGERGARY1]

I thought I saw all of Morgan's videos but this one is new to me, buts its 8 yrs old. love it

[@michaelkearney6435]

Not sure how many times I've listened to this, hands down the best cover of Sledgehammer and by far better than Peter Gabriels version

[@AbsoluteAwesomeEnt]

Not only do you have a Magnificent Voice. But you really feel and convey the meat of the music! And w/a lot of soul at that!

[@christopherbyles2620]

The woman of a 1000 faces - love the backing group too !

[@user-nm8bm2jv9y]

Сильный и красивый голос! Насыщает хиты особой ценностью. Обожаю Морган Джеймс!

[@DattaGroover]

Wow! Awesome cover. That is how you do it! She is great- and smart enough to be around the right players for her.

[@johncostopoulos7741]

What a set of "pipes"!!! The indomitable Ms James!!

[@judybarcenas530]

I follow postmodern jukebox and I really like morgans voice, this sound great especially your back up singers sound great.

[@thejahbillsfam5501]

Goose bumps! Feel that power...

[@liana4454]

Love how into it everyone is, caught the piano player singing along about 2:48

[@chrisagnesforever]

Υπέροχη εκτέλεση , η αρμονία σας εκπληκτική , το χαμόγελό σας Θεϊκό δώρο . !!!

[@ChrisStoneK]

This is The best cover ever recorded

[@StanWatt.]

All the voices blend so well together, just beauitful.

[@gcarap]

This song has 881 dislikes too many, Morgan can literally sing any genre and sing it well with her amazing voice range and versatility.

[@daphnebrogio]

People who got so emotional that missed the like for accident, sure!

[@realmofthesenses]

In my teen years one of the things we did was trying to figure out ourselves the lyrics of new songs. It was quite the effort. Morgan James should have been our English teacher.

[@mr.marino9247]

Amazing voice and talent !! So so so glad I `ve found your video on youtube ! =)

[@TheNyhm1]

Fine fine fine. Did I mention fine. Voice, style, beauty and all that. WOW

[@CatsBestFinds59]

Peter Gabriel sings "Sledgehammer"--- Me: Wow, the video is amazing! Morgan James sings "Sledgehammer"------- Me: Wow, the lyrics are amazing!

[@sboom1381]

awesome! The three ladies as back up are from heaven!

[@kim5754]

She did this so well wow!!!

[@maximusmemetuit3011]

I love this Woman

[@dominic-jsimeoni187]

it's incredible, I don't know how Morgan manages to remember all these songs, it's the strongest for that. All his covers are excellent and so different, sometimes better than the original

[@francisbtube]

Morgan is the FEMALE singer…. Just to let you know.

[@snakemansnakes1]

Peter Gabriel rocks and I love his song but- this is pure class