Passenger | Losing My Religion (R.E.M. Cover)

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hey everyone !!
i just wanted to share this little video that we made ….
for those of you that have been following for a while , you might remember the “sunday night video” series that we made with the once and stu larsen a couple of years ago as we toured across america ?
basically we picked a cover song relating to a city that we were passing through . we would then play it at every show for a week before recording and filming a live version that we’d post up on youtube and Facebook etc ….
i look back so fondly on those videos and feel like they were a really cool way of keeping you guys up to date with where we were . plus it was loads of fun .
so ……
we’re gonna do it again only this time i don’t think the songs will necessarily have much to do with where we are - just some of our / your favourites .
also my amazing sound guys have cobbled together a mobile recording rig which means we can record without needing any power - this allows us to hopefully get out in to some really cool spots .
bellow is our first attempt …. the song is “losing my religion” by the mighty R.E.M and we shot it by tower bridge in london .
massive thanks to my incredible band and crew for working so hard on their "days off" to make these videos happen and of course to the incredibly talented Jarrad Seng for shooting it so beautifully .
please share it around as much as possible and also let us know what songs you want to hear in the comments section below (not "let it go" haha ;-))
mike xxx
Directed by Jarrad Seng
2nd Camera - Jeremy Tan
Recorded by Simon Kemp
Mixed by Chris Vallejo
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[@jaychall100]

When I first heard Passenger it was at a small gig in a town called Bellingen in Australia, and I just sort of stumbled across it. As it was in a small cafe I went to the first "official" looking person and asked where I paid. He gave me a huge smile and said he thought it was inside somewhere. Turned out that guy was Passenger and I've been listening to him ever since.

[@thewheelieboy9585]

cool story...

[@userSchlonsch]

I uncovered him the „ususal way“ through Let her go. But then about a year later I got Spotify and could, for the first time afford to listen to a full album (before that I could only buy a handful of songs on iTunes with my pocket money) and that first album was All the little Lights, wich is still one of my all time favorite records! And that was eight years ago, almost half of my entire life and ever since he has been along the top 3 artists I’ve listened to most. He has become such an important part of my life and I am incredibly thankful for that.

[@Minighi]

@@thewheelieboy9585 cool reply...

[@JendralFakboi]

@@Minighi cool reply to a reply..

[@Usith]

@@JendralFakboi cool reply to a cool reply bro 😎

[@tarikfalah4417]

Oh life, is bigger It's bigger than you And you are not me The lengths that I will go to The distance in your eyes Oh no I've said too much I set it up That's me in the corner That's me in the spot-light Losing my religion Trying to keep up with you And I don't know if I can do it Oh no I've said too much I haven't said enough I thought that I heard you laughing I thought that I heard you sing I think I thought I saw you try Every whisper, of every waking hour I'm choosing my confessions Trying to keep an eye on you Like a hurt, lost and blinded fool, fool Oh no I've said too much I set it up Consider this Consider this, the hint of the century Consider this the slip That brought me to my knees, failed What if all these fantasies come Flailing around Now I've said too much I thought that I heard you laughing I thought that I heard you sing I think I thought I saw you try But that was just a dream That was just a dream That's me in the corner That's me in the spot-light Losing my religion Trying to keep up with you And I don't know if I can do it Oh no I've said too much I haven't said enough I thought that I heard you laughing I thought that I heard you sing I think I thought I saw you try But that was just a dream Try, cry, fly, try That was just a dream Just a dream Just a dream, dream

[@sabinaprins3130]

such talent, awesome voice, so much emotion in every song he sings. i was lucky enough to see him perform once made me tear up that time! ill never forget that concert! love artists like this!

[@marianamartinsvillas248]

Love his voice so much! And his vibe! Thanks for your music!

[@yaninam.6136]

Me encanta esta banda! Sus videos otorgan la visión de paisajes de otro modo, de un modo de disfrute que afianzan las ganas de viajar por todo el mundo, escuchando buena música, como ésta, claro.

[@rockingishan12345]

Love all these different covers done in different cities all over the world. Amazing videos too.

[@showiestdread]

I love this so much R.E.M were a massive part of my childhood an he sings this like a beast

[@rocknroller1986]

I love his voice, it's so original.

[@MolbOoOfficial]

last year I was in London with my friends, and one evening a band was playing this song in the rain, beautiful memories..

[@spark9_]

the cameraman has really shot this wonderfully, and the voice

[@Ahmad-qs6qw]

i think its Jarrad Seng.

[@XTwoStepsToHellX]

who ever the camera man is for passenger...he always does an amazing job

[@itsgzel9370]

couldn't agree more!!!

[@Ahmad-qs6qw]

***** no.

[@jarradsengAU]

thanks sachindra ;)

[@m.art.ina.b.5205]

you´re one of the best muscisans... wandering, making music, feeling hearts of golds and filling them with pure love ---- thanks a lot --- thank you youtube

[@preguinho7]

Nice cover! The *last minute* is the BEST PART of the cover because it's when Mike sings as Mike and takes his voice style out, endorsing the song.

[@danatodd9398]

his voice is beautifully innocent. it's very interesting with this song. I really like this.

[@LordDrackonel]

This is one of my favorite songs ever... I always go into covers already thinking they will suck and most of the times I'm right... but this cover is beautiful... from the soft care to de music to the voice it's amazing how it came out... I want to cover this one myself with the band I'm putting together... let's see how I do it...

[@juandionicio]

This is one of my favorite songs and this version is an excellent one. Thanks!!!

[@f.al.5261]

Incredible! He is the best! Beautiful voice and nice person!

[@phoenixlight6102]

This is amazing, incredible. Even entrancing.

[@organicistheway5956]

What an amazing cover of one of my all time favorite songs. Beautiful work Passenger :)

[@elvamolinero5256]

I enjoy listening your music, just thank you 🙏. I love your voice 😊❤️

[@davidordonez8885]

Just like everything Michael Passenger does... special! I love the original song and I loved this version too.

[@penguin2149]

Excellent job! Love your version! Thank you : )

[@briel8062]

Passenger merece mucho más reconocimiento es tremendo artista xd

[@itsmephil]

Wow! Awesome version of a classic REM song. Love the vocals. Thx

[@nicktroisi6347]

One of my favourite bands and covers

[@milagroshidalgo4297]

I have always love this song, it has that something that make it special, and your cover is just perfec, it's definitly your best cover, I love your voice, I love you music also, so congratulations for all you have achieved :)

[@jacobcarr1538]

Mate, you have an absolutely amazing voice, you are an idol to me and I really look up to you xx

[@sajibchowdhury4259]

Thank you!!! Overwhelmed with joy; one favorite covering another. I just wanna know the method in his madness!

[@verderaven]

Beautiful version of a beautiful song. Just gorgeous.

[@maryburgos25]

saludos desde Colombia, tu música no tiene comparación 💚💚

[@AlexanderBabichMCT]

One of the best covers for this great song

[@aaronanderson5826]

This guy can walk up anywhere and just play. The crowds. Love it Wow.

[@ljubisabrajovic8591]

only beautiful soul can sing like this...pure soul...

[@shannonmcneil2301]

You know when you hear a song that gives you goose bumps... Yeah me too :-) Thank you Passenger. Love it!

[@SarahAN]

Love love this version, thank you Mike and team!

[@jaydollYtube]

Love his voice

[@BenClimbin]

Love this cover. Y'all definitely do this song justice!

[@Mzmelindasdesigns]

I first found Passenger in the budwiser commercials and since then I've loved everything they've done! I love hearing these covers of my favorite 90's bands! Fast car and this song is the best thing i've heard covered in a long time!

[@barrymarcus9874]

Hello Melinda how are you doing?

[@klc4023]

I JUST found Passenger a week ago when I saw a blind audition of Riding to New York in Germany. Dropped everything and googled the song and artist. Can not believe I missed all of this amazing music for a full decade or more! Doing my damndest to catch up now.

[@klc4023]

OH MY GOD IT'S THE BUDWEISER PUPPY COMMERCIAL SONG??? HOW DID I NOT NOTICE??? *hangs head in shame*

[@barrymarcus9874]

@@klc4023 Hello Lorraine where are you originally from?

[@klc4023]

@@barrymarcus9874 From a place that educates it's women well enough to know a fake profile pic implying military service when they see it.

[@fernandofcoromeroontiveros5445]

Es una voz muy tranquila la letra de sus canciones son muy profundas la sencilles de su persona y la humildad son algo increible ahora no es monedita de oro para caerles bien a todos al que no le guste que no lo oiga y listo no pasa nada lo mejor para este cantante passenger dios lo bendiga y listo gracias por sus canciones y su entrega hacia el publico que manera y enegia que trasmite gracias.

[@zeusperus]

That is one of my favorite classics tracks and your interpretation is amazing thanks for this cover. Hi from México city.

[@camilall97]

A COISA MAIS LINDA QUE VI HOJE Brazil love's Passenger!

[@Rhah-]

This is an amazing cover. Good work, guys. Keep it up!

[@mafermadrigal9439]

LOVE IT. Passenger always is the best.

[@sidmaster20]

He keeps it simple... that's what I love about his covers

[@dannya6825]

My favourite REM Song and you're covering it 😵😵😵😁👍🎼💯

[@ginamarcelaortiz5737]

excelente cover!!! me encanta..... 😊

[@edithandisi6977]

his voice is amazing. One of a kind

[@SLAYER97501]

the beauty in the singing of "try ...[and] that was just a dream" part. 😢😢

[@sindyjhomarajimenezsilias5595]

Juro que esta cancion me encanta😭😭😭❤

[@gasermohamed7542]

What the hell I can't stop listening to this !!

[@bobdylan.]

my favorite song from one of my favorite singers

[@roru562]

I love passenger.. I love lestining Thier songs..even this cover of r.e.m

[@joooy98]

I would love to hear you do 9 crimes by damien rice, since that is my favorite song and you are my favorite artist the mix would be pure gold! By the way, really love your album thank you for always keeping my ears happy :)

[@skyblue021]

Fantastic! Well done guys, well done!

[@tavindersingh3098]

I love this song ! keep it up passenger! we love your music.

[@GroovyLisa]

This takes me back to middle school I was 9 when this song came out. Quite possibly my favorite r.e.m song.

[@dpmc28]

There's nothing wrong bout this. I absolutely loved it

[@zanethind]

This man's voice is just impeccable

[@daydreaming11117]

my new favorite cover! or is it just that I love this song no matter what. And this band

[@zanethind]

This song has always been done amazingly by so many people including of course REM

[@marciacavalcante7646]

suas músicas são maravilhosas, sua voz é linda.

[@camiladossantos3604]

Br por aqui :D

[@rosariosantos3973]

omg his voice is so beautiful😍😍😍❤

[@janestokes4690]

All the cover songs are sensational... thank you!

[@hannahterry8847]

please put all of your cover songs on spotify. you did such a beautiful job on all of my favorites. you covered 3 of my favorite songs, and they were so tastefully done. losing my religion, love will tear us apart, and aint no sunshine. ❤

[@alguem_pensador]

O melhor até agora! 👍👍👍

[@murderoftime]

Out of all the covers, I really like this one the best so far. It just works with his voice. It also has so much more energy than the others. :D

[@Superdotada000]

Energia positiva de la vida a tots ....gràcies

[@jordyvan3gas583]

I love the change of style that you have introduced in this musical success. Greetings from Ecuador

[@katrain9492]

i love it that mike always writes such long messages in the description box. it makes me feel more connected to him then i've ever been❤

[@alicecroquette9876]

Wicked game by chris isaak.. your wicked voice can make this song more wicked

[@liltygrrgaming796]

Wicked idea

[@dimitrispasvantis4143]

@@liltygrrgaming796 True

[@amywyt]

You should listen to his song Wicked man's rest of the album Wicked man's rest. Enjoy it.

[@EvelinKivi]

Sunday night videos are making a comeback?!? COUNT ME EXCITED ♥

[@LaLa-zn5ml]

2119 Damn never could/ can anyone improve this song ever yet however I am blown away that REM gave permission for this… All these years later I still enjoy & loving the especially acoustic’s plus vocal. R.E.M. you will sustain my heart ❤️. Yet thankfully Passenger I enjoy & brought special memories of friend back to heart. Libb you live on my heart. Blessings

[@michaelakarafasoulis7402]

A Michael covering one the best songs ever , written by a Michael , an outstanding singer and songwriter !! I prefer the original but it is a very good cover .

[@ikramdf527]

Wow *,* i can say just wow wow wooow 😍

[@karolsantos775]

Amo demais 😍

[@nimp110]

WOW!! This is a nice cover.... Losing my religion in ma fav, and you have made ma day !!! Thanks

[@reniawinciak3134]

I ♥ their! Wooow...Unique style in every song and great interpretation of these words... I can listen this long hours♥ Really

[@annefreitas2483]

Tô apaixonada pela essa voz

[@celimendez7620]

I would love to see you do a Keane cover. I don't know...a song like Time To Go, or Difficult Child. Or Bedshaped.

[@celimendez7620]

The lovers are losing!!!!!!!!!

[@paulinegrzesitchak6596]

I'm agree, but i prefere "Everybody Changing"😊

[@28410925]

Celi Méndez somewhere only we know 😍

[@rhapsodyrecording1792]

covering 'Time To Go' would be killer....

[@MrLpgd]

This is the last time :)

[@humptydumptyfilms9579]

Absolutely a top geezer and amazing performance

[@CamilaGomez-pc7wx]

Me gusta mucho sigan adelante muchachos saludos desde Colombia latino América

[@oOcitizenOo]

Didn't expect Passenger to do this cover. Brilliant job! P.S. Someone's beard looks more brutal than ever!

[@karolsantos775]

Eu amooooo🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷

[@veryhighguy]

Fantastic, just blow me away every time. would love to see a couple of covers from the masters "Pink Floyd" Comfortably numb Maybe. Love to hear you do one of theirs

[@subagjavstudio8827]

perfect match with his music and voice.

[@Extremallllll]

I like all your covers more than the originals that I always adored! פסח שמח, מיכאל!

[@arturobh3481]

Chulada de canción buen cover

[@1515sai]

After such long time! It's goes well enough with my story! I don't have enough words to saying but Loved it ! Many thanks!

[@virginialopez5057]

Cannot stop listening to it...Hope you are well!

[@polvideoproducciones5310]

Excelente versión!!!

[@Mapwhispers]

This was awesome. I'd love to hear you do a Bon Iver cover of Re:Stacks or an Iron and Wine cover, I think you could bring something really special to both of them.

[@milagroshidalgo4297]

Love this song, love your voice, great job guys ♥

[@cambridge3831]

One of my all-time favorite songs; almost afraid to say don't mind this cover. It's not bad.

[@themagicician]

if you could cover 5 years by Bowie that would be amazing

[@eighty8photos]

00"oth 9

[@thanhhiennguyen5894]

Please guys, releasing " and i love her "... i really need this beautiful song in ma life.

[@yassalinas719]

mejor cover de esta preciosa canción no hay! sos un genio!

[@vickysingh8214]

Mike has a Midas touch or should I say voice, whatever he sings he turns that into glittering gold.

[@samisticlife]

Will look forward to next Sunday's song xx

[@BuyinzaIsa]

Does he do this every Sunday?

[@augustanashw]

he says so in the description of the video

[@BuyinzaIsa]

augustana Oh.. Thank you so much. I hadn't read the description

[@augustanashw]

no problem :)

[@souhila794]

I love it

[@Duu99]

Sensacional a música.

[@genesisalejandra4792]

It's the best cover I've ever heard, I love you passenger 😭❤

[@drobanohaofficial6173]

keep on the good works .. greetings from Africa ... Music and you ....

[@marianacrispfolster8446]

AMAZING, guys! Congratulations! Please, sing one of Damien Rice's songs, Mike. It'll be amazing! Damien Rice it's such a meaningful artist, it will be incredible! PLEASE, PLEASE, sing one of Damien songs! (ps. The Smiths and Radiohead songs would be amazing too! LOL

[@marcosimoni7969]

Mariana Crisp Folster I totally agree with you lady, "under the tongue" by Damien Rice would be a great cover!

[@jallalimay6016]

+Marco Simoni I agree too ;)

[@elizalaksa2732]

i would love any Of damiens songs covered by passenger. " I don't wanna change you" or " my favorite faded fantasy" would be grate