The Weeknd - Blinding Lights (metal cover by Leo Moracchioli)

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Hi there, my name is Leo and run a studio on the westside of Norway where I do music and video stuff for youtube. I also have a band called Frog Leap, where we do my metal covers live.
For my covers I play everything myself as well as record, mix, master, shoot and edit the music & videos.

[@shalekendar6759]

"The city is cold and empty and no one is around to judge me" sounds like the perfect quarantine song to me!

[@BronzsordGaming]

Yup, that's been me this past week driving at 3 AM in Vegas blasting blinding lights haha

[@kevineaston]

- yeet

[@intensa6604]

Shalekendar yesss

[@escalada32]

True!

[@94pierffurlan]

Uhh, I'm blinded by covid

[@phoenix8945]

When the dentist stabs your gums and tells you they're bleeding because you don't floss

[@lynxerz]

Fuckers... I swear they always do that

[@andwoe1752]

to the top with you!

[@dulltony1]

"when I'm like this, you're the one I trust" so that was a fucking lie.

[@tpat90]

The look of my gums when I floss

[@rivalistiawan3439]

Wkwkwkwkkwkw

[@WatanabeNoTsuna.]

I've always said this song was a perfect candidate for a metal cover - and of course, I find out Leo has done it.

[@wuxiagamescentral]

Saint Asonia (Adam Gontier) did one as well

[@MiskonceptioN]

Tommy Johansson did a great version too if you enjoy more melodic metal

[@atreyubludd813]

There is also a cover by Feuershawnz. They released their's in 2022. I like Leo's version, but there is something about the Feuershawnz version that I like more.

[@WatanabeNoTsuna.]

@@atreyubludd813 Really?! Feuershwanz is awesome! I got to know them through an online concert they did during the pandemic. Thanks for the tip!

[@CthulhuXVX]

Leo's covers are so good they become the original!

[@mizmonster]

This man is the living embodiment of "hold my beer" Keep up the damn good work!

[@michaeld2730]

Elton John - I'm still standing

[@iwonttell4958]

Now we're talking! Great suggestion! How about "Saturday night's alright for fighting"? :)

[@packetsecks23]

Please

[@leedesrosiers3382]

A big yes to both!

[@mrwhitefolks305]

So many possibilities here!

[@Rishiwestside]

Looks like you got your request! 😁

[@darschpugs4690]

god i love how Leo just makes this crazy solo and break/bridge in each cover to make them uniquely his.

[@AK-47.762]

Leo is an absolute genius. It's seriously unbelievable how incredibly great he is. Wow

[@leolego]

Let´s get bloody! What do you wanna hear next? Let me know in the comments:)

[@Snake1590]

YOUR favorite song

[@itspronouncedhaze]

Smithereens - Blood & Roses

[@smallblockchevyman]

White lion Warsong

[@rams3i]

HOTEL CALIFORNIA- THE EAGLES Please

[@Leszko84]

Fountains of Wayne - Stacy's Mom

[@HuckFlynn]

YES! This is much closer to the "old school" Leo vids -- more more more.

[@stephenmatijciw2541]

Amen

[@curttimmbch]

The goofy stuff looses me. This was much better!

[@blueyzfr6]

Kriss Cross Jump is pretty good

[@logannewman4532]

Leo, has anyone told you that you have the world's more perfect face for doing closeups in a rock/metal video? So expressive!

[@stevenallen7525]

The Chain- Fleetwood Mac plz. One of the heaviest bass lines there ever was without even trying...

[@bjlewis5431]

Oh hell yes! A Leo & friends version of The Chain.. Bring it!

[@AlexRooneyComposer]

@@bjlewis5431 That'd be a great one to do with Bea and Hannah!

[@bjlewis5431]

@@AlexRooneyComposer Absolutely! See, Leo..we're all agreed, even those of us who've never met or spoken, are of the same mind on this one! Warm up those awesome voices & lets do 'Chains!' By Fleetwood Mac.

[@stevenallen7525]

I know they would absolutely kill it!! It would the best cover this song would EVER see hands down!

[@shannonjhanlen]

Hear hear!

[@joelgleeson5828]

The recent covers have gone so hard. The breakdowns are back like they used to be from the early days 😍😍 keep it up! Please cover save tonight by eagle eye cherry

[@cloudymcleod1719]

Yes that would be a great song to cover

[@pbmpharmacist]

That would be a solid one

[@blooperbooper]

Agreed!

[@kaptainchunky]

Save Tonight in this more aggressive style would be fantastic

[@TantalusIX]

Definitely agree!

[@crxtodd16]

That first transition to the chorus..."WHEN I SAID OOOOOHHHH!!!" The power....so much POWER - TOO MUCH FOR US MERE MORTALS!

[@mackthompson202]

Hey Leo, I've been listening to you for years and love everything you've done so amazing! My girlfriend is also a huge fan, she just lost her father a month ago and someone found a song that matches her relationship with her dad perfectly, the only problem is that it's country I'm mean REALLY country and she doesn't enjoy listening to it. I was hoping that you would be able to cover the song as she said if you covered it she would be able to listen to it and truly enjoy it and the memories it would bring her! The song is Daddy's Girl by Red Sovine. We would both greatly appreciate it!! Thank you for reading and doing what you do!!

[@_Venus_777]

Come on Leo !! Give it a try

[@ljhann]

Like the comment so he can see it

[@rubenbelem]

Up!

[@autopumpprod]

If he can make "Take Me Home Country Roads" listenable (is that a word?) ...

[@kohinarec6580]

@@autopumpprod I think it is a word. :D Sounds weird, though. Watchable Eatable Palatable Singable Flingable

[@Mizkat]

I'd like to hear God's Gonna Cut You Down By Johnny Cash

[@adam53629]

Kat Cetera Great fuckin suggestion

[@rhiannamillsom1040]

Yesss

[@robertniemiec6133]

Nothing gonna beat that Marilyn Manson version.

[@DocsChannel]

brilliant

[@akay1893]

YES!

[@aliengoboom]

Such a good cover !!!!! Leo you are the best!!

[@diogoteixeira1020]

Awesome. Can you do a cover of open you eyes from guano apes. I would like to listen to you voice in that lyrics. Keep on the good work

[@amandaodell8704]

You stuck

[@amandaodell8704]

Your music sucks

[@diegohellin8584]

@@amandaodell8704 Your spelling rocks, Amanda! Get well, and a cat so you dont be alone so long

[@amandaodell8704]

@@diegohellin8584 omg I didnt write that I think my kids did cause I love leo

[@TMORRIS1963]

Absolutely positively my favorite artist. I can’t stop listening to Leo!

[@masterkutor]

I have listened like 10 metal covers about this song and definitively, this is the best

[@iliketoplaygamesxd954]

Faith no more the real thing. You need to cover this song!

[@kellyrobinson8157]

He should do epic also

[@indisishir]

Yes!

[@Kyle07]

I love Epic, would be awesome :0

[@habitsrabbit]

Can you do a metal cover of "In hell I'll be in good company" by 'The Dead South' I would really like to hear your take on it, some comments told me it wouldn't work or sound that good but if anyone can do it, it's you. Thanks leo!

[@gregbarney2414]

That would be awesome... Lol

[@sammyleopard7976]

Great Idea!!!

[@skylervanderhorn6470]

Helluva an idea

[@zrxdoug]

I think "Banjo Odyssey" would work better..more to work with, and great lyrics for Leo to play on..

[@rhinorita]

I would to love to see/hear that oh yeah! 😈😈

[@grantcopeland8608]

Someone channeled their inner “static X”

[@jamesmacpheators7222]

I scrolled for 5 minutes looking for this comment. Major Static x vibes and I fucking love it!

[@brianmjones6792]

Absolutely Leo made this song even better. Wow

[@MrClanger1968]

How about covering “Shatter Me” by Lindsey Stirling. Would love to hear your take on Lzzy Hale’s vocals and Stirling’s violin.

[@Franzix84]

I'm a simple man, i read Lindsey Stirling i upvote. 😁

[@knightswoodgaming606]

I've often wondered if Lindsey and Leo would collaborate for something someday. I sure hope so!

[@jewbme]

Or fight song

[@JCthe1maximus]

THIS!!! ALL DAY!! And as someone else stated, if you can get her involved as well. 🔥🔥 🤩🤩

[@jamesnoble7144]

Must be terrifying as an artist to release a new song knowing Leo is going to do a much better version 😂

[@joginator]

i wouldnt go so far claiming it better, but absolutely equal good in its own right!

[@dowsa1234]

HAHAHA so true

[@Michipicoten]

100th like

[@Psychlist1972]

I like the original synthwave version just as much.

[@baabaaer]

I like the medieval version even more.

[@beevake3299]

that intro hits differently every time i listen to this masterpiece

[@pennysgarage]

This is the most beautiful cover ever made. Ever.

[@sum1liteamatch]

Weird. I first heard this song last weekend. And now leo is already on it. That's the best thing ever

[@tjmobleycpc]

"Here Comes the Rain Again" by the Eurythmics please. But regardless we'll listen to whatever you decide.

[@BoojumFed]

Seconded! (Technically 18thed by likes, but whatever...)

[@vivita95]

Hypnogaja here comes the rain again??

[@antboyisdead]

DEF LEPPARD:LET'S GET ROCKED. This song needs your touch🐐🤟🤘

[@elrico7196]

I think that Leo's covers are starting to have a bit of a 'Weird Al' effect on me, as after I hear them they're the first thing that comes to mind when I think of a song.

[@stonestone7615]

Holy crap!!! Same here the last couple years

[@GrenzGengar13]

If they'd do a duet of anything it would Explode the Media.

[@mikesprague]

Whoa.... You took a "catchy" song and turned it into a legit force!

[@DropTheBunny]

This is one of the few he does that isnt as good as the original

[@mikesprague]

@@DropTheBunny strongly disagree, I'd listen to this version all day, any day

[@DropTheBunny]

@@mikesprague To each their own. The Weeknd knocked his new album out of the park. And sometimes (like this one) the covers that Leo performs feel a little redundant. Not enough of his own uniqueness injected into the cover. Just a replica, with a guitar, which doesnt work sometimes.

[@mikesprague]

@@DropTheBunny I get what you're saying... For me, that's how I feel about the original - it feels derivative of an 80's sound, like a cover of an era (redundant). Like you said, to each his own.

[@james2155]

HooksetSZN this is WAY better than the original dude, original sucks

[@convolutedconcepts]

Production has gone way up since i first started watching.

[@sebastient987]

The Weeknd creates a monster with Blinding Lights. Leo's version is so cool!!!

[@larue138]

I haven't even heard the original of this one yet...but damn I am in love with Leo's version...

[@EddieTheH]

Been looking at metal covers of this song all day and IMO, this is the only one that's a complete song rather than just the original but with shouting. Well played guys.

[@Harlequin1103]

Leo is what we need in this glut of pop music , he can turn a song I hate into a masterpiece

[@kristinayordanova365]

Leo, you are absolutely amazing, talented and inspiring. I love your covers.

[@prozac20mg]

This dude never disappoints and I don't even like metal music

[@CurtIffert]

Highly respect Leo and the work he does, very good rendition.

[@jorath9644]

just my average morning routine; good morning leos teeth, good morning leos guitar, hey leos beard hang in there. streches* any of you seen my coffee ?

[@devonlinder4839]

Always Something There To Remind Me- Naked Eyes. I feel that the drumming could be phenomenal as a metal cover

[@ziggyzigsta681]

I've heard alot of versions of this, but by far this is the best i've heard. Loving all your work on the covers. :)

[@dennisv7434]

When he said “yea” I felt that

[@cgtaurus]

Cake-"The Distance" would blow everyones minds as a metal cover,I'm sure! Such a cool song that isn't covered enough.

[@Migtosis]

Never There would be a sick ass cover too!

[@BoojumFed]

Did Leo ever do "Short Skirt, Long Jacket"? I could swear I remember a Frog Leap cover, but can't find it anywhere. Maybe I'm confusing my wish-list for reality again...

[@TheRealHusk]

I’ve already asked him to cover it, about 300 times, he just ignores anybody suggesting it.

[@cgtaurus]

Hmmm, Cake still tours so they might be litigious or charge to much for ASCAP fees. No telling.

[@patrickbragg7790]

Consider doing a cover of "In Hell I'll be in Good Company" by The Dead South?

[@NordriOfUthgard]

That'd be pretty sick.

[@Sozank96]

I second this motion

[@fluffmonstatv9590]

yes

[@belongs_2_the_grave]

10 seconds in, this is what I was trying to find. Superb

[@richardgreer7943]

Best breakdown of 2020... prove me wrong.

[@btswanfury]

What happens when you floss for the first time in a few years.

[@ScottieBibble]

btswanfury bahahahahahaha

[@laurenwalker7592]

🤣🤣🤣

[@ucitymetalhead]

Oh god that's so true.

[@talonalexander2849]

Try watching the original video. At leo sounds cooler 😉

[@AndreasElf]

It actually reminded me of the tablets you can/could take to see if you have brushed good enough. Got that taste in my mouth and it was like two decades ago atleast that I used one.

[@waynebosse9767]

STYX - MR.ROBOTO! Awesome lick, Leo!

[@WolverineBeast86]

Uhmmm where?

[@nigelbaker73]

I've also asked for this song. I feel he could do a great take on it

[@johnluker3637]

Would like to hear one I hate lol. Blake Shelton chew tobacco You’ve redone several songs I hate but when you do them, I love them.

[@herethereandeverywhere...]

Leo completely covers my heavy metal needs )

[@RobsWife83]

You have the ONLY outro on KZbin that I don't skip. I love you! Your wife is very lucky! Your family is beautiful!!

[@CoolMetal]

WWE just used this song. Wish they used this version. Another awesome Leo cover! \m/

[@sanchezstill7790]

and hope for Undertaker)

[@mrmike6195]

The chorus immediately reminded me of "Driving My Life Away" by Eddie Rabbit. I think that would be a great cover!

[@ThexZEDx]

Kiss - Detroit Rock City... Leo, dude, how long are you going to make me wait, for a "Kiss - Detroit Rock City" Metal Cover. come on dude ive been waiting patiently for freakin' years bud. it will be mega awesomeness i tell ya! please hit the like button to get attention of Leo.

[@PS3DJ09]

If you're quarantined home alone and jamming hard to this here's a tip. At 2:10 jump backwards on to a desk or table and scootch up across it. Its almost like crowd surfing!

[@timothyolivas2953]

Band freaking rocks!! Awesome!

[@lpminecraft6010]

finally good music on KZbin

[@manthanmaharana2874]

The Best Cover of Binding Lights ever made 😎🤘

[@DodoLands]

I knew I shouldn't have clicked on your video 3hrs ago, still going through all your masterpieces. My neighbours love it.

[@simoted7926]

ritmo e melodia bellissima, brano ascoltato e riascoltato una marea di volte. con la batteria è una figata suonarla

[@CMpunkRulz2007]

Holy crap, this and Halocenes cover are soooo badass

[@colonelgutsy2177]

There needs to be a bardcore version of this.

[@alexcelloandbass]

Leo is the new riffmaster!!

[@hghlnder7553]

Toadies - Possum Kingdom, Pearl Jam - Jeremy or Alive!!!

[@zapzesty4205]

THIS MADE MY MORNING EPIC THANK YOU LEO YOU NEVER DISSAPOINT

[@bryantrice7419]

"LEO DID IT AGAIN"!!!!

[@danamarie2441]

Leo fixed it...again. 🖤🖤🖤

[@8asw8]

I suggest a Guano Apes song, preferably "open your eyes" or "quietly"

[@saiyanprince989]

Open your eyes would be badass!

[@fiendwoutaface]

Doedel up or break the line would be great options too

[@davidowen7369]

Lord of the boards!!!

[@timmeyer9014]

Yeah, Dude! I totally agree.👍

[@Ryktes]

Absolutely "Open Your Eyes"

[@mallemout]

Would love to hear you cover Neil Diamond - Sweet Caroline

[@drivethelightning]

bum bum bummm

[@aaronbentley1879]

The greatest thing I've heard in a long time right here

[@Robert67010]

When you're eating berries and suddenly break into song...

[@rams3i]

Can you try HOTEL CALIFORNIA- The Eagles Please

[@bojiebuitizon612]

Do it. Please?

[@rustyhollifield5557]

please!

[@tathaynes154]

That would be awesome!!!!

[@CoolMetal]

I played a cover of Hotel California years ago, and the Eagles have it on lockdown. Copyright claim makes it not viewable in the US among other territories. So unfortunately, we probably won't be seeing that one. Although I would definitely LOVE to hear a Frog Leap version! \m/

[@bodraggins3421]

Would be great except the Eagles don't allow covers, as in never. A band to be avoided by cover artists..

[@ThePkmnYPerson]

Who else wishes this was the version being performed in the Super Bowl tomorrow?

[@Jrk_1986]

That performance was great. . The weeknd live is phenomenal. No bash on leo by any means.

[@Teerts63]

@@Jrk_1986 that performance was pure garbage.

[@Jrk_1986]

@@Teerts63 yeah... no

[@silvertonebass1]

@@Teerts63 no...no it wasnt...dude was on pitch the entire time...his band never sped up the song and the choreography was pretty damn good too...he was also the first person to do a completely live halftime show in over 25 years...none of it was lip synched at all Those who say it was a bad performance ether know nothing about music, think only the music they listen to is good, or both...that was a damn good halftime show

[@suziepugg3645]

My dumb self had no clue who they were. I was like "oh its.....that song.....who performs it? Who is that dude? Do I know them?" Lol, I'm 20, I should know them.

[@gungraven5903]

Finally...this song kickin' in balls!

[@gearheadsrus]

I like this guy's voice.

[@mattyp5714]

Absolutely nailed it Leo: well done mate. A vast improvement on the original.

[@pigoriano]

lucas inutilismo me fez procurar a versão da musica em metal kkkkkkkkkk

[@marlonborges1531]

fiz o mesmo kk

[@joaopagliuca6616]

Pq ele não faz um cover? Ficou tão perfeito

[@zeltarcesturo6215]

Eu tbm amigo kkkkk

[@lixozuma1232]

Eu tbmksksksks

[@6Assis9]

agora imagina um crossover desses 2

[@andyzaring6837]

Amazing, just amazing. I have no words

[@greenhoundgaming]

There was a movie I saw a while back called Modern Vampires, this gave me a little bit of that vibe, Epic indeed

[@gazouls]

This is easily one of your best covers. I love it!

[@TonyStark-wn5xs]

Отличный кавер)

[@adityamohan979]

Pop can suck at this M.E.T.A.L. cover!! ❤️

[@Xvpurgatory]

greatest....cover....ever

[@NordriOfUthgard]

The original is actually the only somewhat decent song I've heard on that shitty popmusic station we get at work. Sounds better now. :D

[@justinjungheim7345]

Feel you

[@Hobbitude]

try Halocene's version, it's much better than this

[@Clafrance1971]

Once again, Leo show that metal makes EVERYthing better

[@nadeo0903]

Try Rising Insane best cover

[@zzvvoonnee24]

Post Malone also have some pretty good stuff on poppy radio stations imo (coming from rock/metal fan)

[@illordi]

This cover is 1000 percent better than the original!!! Leo rocks the house!!!

[@brandenheckrow4607]

Thank you for doing this cover Leo, it was beautiful. The Weeknd was one of my old childhood friends favorite artists an he passed away in beginning of this year. It breaks me down everytime I hear it, he would’ve loved it.

[@brandonking2223]

This might be one of the best ones

[@oppaidasai4428]

That was EPIC 👌

[@dylandtww]

The only way I can listen to songs - metal

[@andrestraehle5320]

Wow, the version is amazing 🤟🏼🤟🏼🤟🏼🤟🏼🤟🏼

[@treykeele-level1966]

Holy hell that opening riff sent chills down my spine! Keep on rocking Leo!!!

[@Cold417]

Dude, Leo....This is hella cool. \m/

[@JanoramaJan]

WOW! Really like the original, but that was until i heard this! Holy crap! I think you and that amazing voice could nail any song out there 🤘

[@gowest55]

I love your work and metal in general. I also love The Weeknd. Music is so much more diverse than the tastes so many of us allow ourselves to become reduced to. This might be my favorite cover you’ve done.

[@FlynnTheInstrumentMan1]

What a legend

[@xpduelist1312]

This got turned into a vampire anthem... And I'm okay with it lol

[@Haggem]

So.. I think this will be our song to walk down the aisle at our wedding..

[@jaakkokaprio2607]

2 awesome things about these covers are that I can listen to songs I just couldnt listen to before and you find new songs to listen to

[@frob530]

The weeknd has so many guys to get a featuring with this song !