In Germany we have a comedy band called "The Popolskis" whose story is that all of Pop music was actually invented by Grandpa Popolski decades back in Poland and all those western artists covered his songs and ripped him off and the band now plays the songs like they were actually meant to be played by Grandpa Popolski. They are amazing :)
This is not parody - parody mocks others, and there is no mockery here. This is not pastiche - pastiche would have been done in the style of Simple Minds. This might be a tribute - tribute gives respect to the original artists, which this does. What it IS,... is magnificent.
Watch Simple Minds' performance of it from Live Aid. Not heavy per se, but faster. The song absolutely rips. Props to Leo but the original is still the best.
Same! I first heard this song as a 15 year old in 1985 when I went to go see the movie. After I saw the movie, I went to go buy the original motion picture soundtrack. Still have it to this day! Totally hit the major feels hearing this version.
It's hard for someone who didn't grow up in the 80's to understand how much this cover, and others Leo does, means to people in my age group. For us, the 80's was the last great decade for music. Some of us can't relate much to modern stuff, but we're also a bit tired of the old stuff. Along comes Leo, bringing fresh takes on classics, instilling them with new life, in some cases adding improvements, and all the while having a deep respect for the originals and understanding of what made them great. The result is nostalgia mixed with the feeling that we're not too old to still rock and roll. Thanks, dude.
im late 90's baby (97), but I respect this comment a lot, cause I grew up on classic rock and 80's pop, and even though I enjoy newer music I definitely understand what your saying, I feel similarly to like 2010's music, i feel like for my age group music has gone down really bad since like 2015, and the 80's really did inspire some awesome music trends.
The 80s might have been the last decade with good radio music, but thinking there is no good new music out there is just sad (mostly for you). Open your ears and your mind, there are many great modern artists out there, you just have to look outside of radio and Spotify top trends.
Possibly because this kind of metal wasn't really around then, so the idea of a song where they had no idea this sound existed - but if they did then this is how it might have actually turned out instead. Modern songs were obviously deliberately chosen to not sound like this so it doesn't add that "what if?" into the mix.
@@Babarudra of course, perhaps I should have been a bit more explicit - if you listen to metal/rock from earlier in the 80s it sounded different - think Judas priest/def Leppard. Some of the elements used in this song didn't really come through until later in the 80s or even 90s. My exposure to metal in the 80s was only through friends who were into that kind of thing - it certainly wasn't in the mainstream here in the UK - don't forget that MTV was in it's early days & the internet didn't exist, so to find metal music took a more concerted effort than it does today. Vast swathes of the population would have barely been aware that metal existed & certainly wouldn't have had much exposure to it. If metal was ever portrayed in movies it was usually the metal guys shown as the stereotypical bad boys (an example in this film even). Think the muggers/bikers/bad guys in terminator, weird science, Highlander etc. Metal/rock listeners were portrayed as a peripheral group who were criminal bad boys - certainly to be shunned by mainstream society. A song like this certainly wouldn't have been used for the closing credits of a mainstream hollywood brat pack movie. I think that's more what I meant ;p
@@alexfrance500 I see some of your point. You're right, it wasn't as mainstream, but bands like Anthrax, Metallica, Slayer, etc started in the mid-80s, in fact the original line up of Venom (the UK black metal band) reached it's height and fell apart in the 80s. Having been a headbanging teen in the 80s, "I" was fully aware of the metal/hard rock/hardcore scenes, but no, they weren't mainstream, which was also part of the point of enjoyment. But then, I don't really know that heavier metal has ever become mainstream, all the more recent bands may have a decent following, but rarely would some random suit on the street know who Cannibal Corpse, Anathema, or Thergothon are, any more than a suit in the 80s would have known Celtic Frost, Voi vod or even Carnage. And good luck finding a suit from today to even know who those bands are. It's all pretty niche, we don't generally see the lack of popularity because we are the followers/fans.
I love his videos where it focuses on his skills on the instruments, fingers strokes on the guitar or his steps on the drum pedals, so awesome to watch. His older videos doing triples on the drum pedal were so good!
You literally hit the first notes and my memories of watching Breakfast Club came flooding back And I thought of Judd Nelson's character at the end of the movie with his fist in the air
This song made me smile the whole time. I was born in '86 but I love 80's music. I know fads always seem to come back around but I have yet to hear the creativity and uniqueness of 80's music return to the radio. 🤞
"hmm... a classic song from the 80s which cannot be improved." Leo: "Hold my Beer." Leo this absolutely smashes. i randomly found your Rasputin cover 3 weeks ago and have been absolutely obsessed.
Another perfect cover of a great song from my childhood. It's one thing to make a Heavy metal cover of a song that translates well into Heavy Metal, but the arrangement, the production, your impeccable talent and humorous music videos all come together to create something truly special, while paying homage to the original, is something else entirely. Absolutely amazing and that guitar tone, on point!
"But what we found out is that each one of us is a brain …and an athlete …and a basketcase …a princess …and a criminal." Love the movie and the song!!! Cool Cover!
1 of my top 5# Bender & Allison always take me straight back to 10th fucking grade. Imagine if Allison had been the one to act like John had. Lmao that was me... Actually did that thing he does w the locks when he was to running by the lockers just wasn't singing lol
YES!!! so as a metal head I actually really like the original version of this song. now hearing that Leo did a metal cover of it, dang. I needed this in my life! thanks Leo.
I love this so much! I grew up listening to this so it holds a special place in my heart. I’d also love to see you cover either Nothing’s Gonna Stop Us Now by Starship, or Lady In Red by Chris De Burgh. I’d really appreciate it and I think you could do an exquisite metal cover of either song, as you always do! Keep up the excellent work Leo! I hope you and your family are doing well, and I sincerely wish you all the best my friend!💚
Every friday i wait to see what you have done, since i found you years ago you have never let me down. Once you come back to America Im going to take my whole family to see you live. My granddaughter turned 6 on the 31st of Jan and this is one of our things we share. She loves your daughter and the rabbit lol. Thank you for showing that music is what makes the world great be it here or in Europe or anywhere I cant think of.
I've never been a big heavy metal fan, but to hear one of my favorite songs from one of my favorite movies? You have single handedly changed my mind Leo.
Leo! Little brother! Love your work, man! Every time I see a new metal cover you put out of the songs I grew up with, I know they're gonna be awesome! You're a true musician and artist, man! I have no idea if it means anything to you, the idea of a guy at work (me) scrolling through UA-cam, stumbling into a new video of yours, clicking on it, waiting 5 seconds to skip the advert, then pursing my lips and wrinkling my nose as I start bobbing my head to the beat as you start shredding chords on your guitar.... Just........thanks, man!
I just happened to stubble on this vid. Never heard of Leo. That was impressive. And the fact that you play all those instruments definitely impressive
It takes a long time for the penny to drop with me. I've been watching this channel for years. I never knew why, just that I liked the covers. I was a kid in the 70's and a teen the 80's. The music I always liked best was metal. Leo takes the other songs I liked best and makes them metal. Why did I take so long to understand this simpleminded concept? This is why Leo should rule the world!
Dear Mr. Vernon. We accept the fact that we had to sacrifice a whole Saturday to make a music video for this song. What we did was wrong, but we think you’re crazy to make us cover a song to tell you who we think we are. What do you care? You see us as you want to see us: in the simplest terms, the most convenient definitions. You see us as a frontman, a drummer, a bassist, guitar shredder, and a bunny. Correct? That’s the way we saw each other at 7 o’clock this morning. We were brainwashed. - The Frog Leap Club (2023)
I love your innovative interpretation of copyrighted music. Sometimes, it’s better than the original. Sometimes, some of it needs more work. I admire your passion and talent. Keep it up and keep going.
It's amazing how many artists cover Leo's songs.
In Germany we have a comedy band called "The Popolskis" whose story is that all of Pop music was actually invented by Grandpa Popolski decades back in Poland and all those western artists covered his songs and ripped him off and the band now plays the songs like they were actually meant to be played by Grandpa Popolski. They are amazing :)
@@bernhardkrickl3567 funny.
HA...I see what you did there.. 🤨😆
He is very talented. 💕
This is not parody - parody mocks others, and there is no mockery here.
This is not pastiche - pastiche would have been done in the style of Simple Minds.
This might be a tribute - tribute gives respect to the original artists, which this does.
What it IS,... is magnificent.
Which many would miss. He never does.
It's certainly not the greatest song in the world, if it's a tribute...
Yes, it's time to get heavy with Simple Minds! What do you wanna hear next? Let me know in the comments:)
Train-Drops of Jupiter
No Doubt-Just a Girl
Garbage-I think i'm Paranoid/Only happy when it rains💙
Do a tribute to meatloaf and do bat outta hell
Love to hear jukebox hero by foreigner
Rapture by blondie please
How about "Children of the Sun" by Billy Thorpe so much metal potential in that song
WHEN ARE YOU GONNA MAKE AN ALBUM OF ALL THESE BADASS METAL COVERS OF CLASSICS?!?! Thumbs up if you want that!!!
These are all on Spotify
He has several releases
This is an absolute banger of a cover. Didn't realize just how much better this song could be if done heavier but Leo knew, oh Leo knew and deliverd.
Hello
Watch Simple Minds' performance of it from Live Aid. Not heavy per se, but faster. The song absolutely rips. Props to Leo but the original is still the best.
I think a group called the Bouncing Souls does a heavier version of the Simple Minds song also. All 3 versions are amazing.
There are 80's songs and then there's Leo. What more could one ask for.
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tarzan boy, vogue, take on me, or thriller.
@@gorkskoal9315 Oh thriller!
@@gorkskoal9315 killed by death
Life of Agonys version of this was incredible
I could not click on this fast enough. This song is one of my all-time favorites. The Breakfast Club is also one of my all-time favorite movies.
Same here
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Agreed. Tell the world how old you are without telling the world how old you are. 😂🤣
✊
Same
I almost cried. As an 80’s teen this song hits hard.
Same! I had this flash that Leo is not far from the mainstream.
Too true getting older sometimes sucks, but we still had the best music, and mentally we’re still 18…..rock on man.
LOL tissue? crybaby....
Same! I first heard this song as a 15 year old in 1985 when I went to go see the movie. After I saw the movie, I went to go buy the original motion picture soundtrack. Still have it to this day! Totally hit the major feels hearing this version.
@@MaryWhiteWolf breakfast club😎
Sometimes you see someone with talent that just blows my mind.
This is the dude.
One of my most favorite songs ever.
The song I didn't know I needed today. Awesome!
Ha! You beat me by 11 minutes!! 😝
Brilliant
Check out the Life of Agony version... its fantastic
Leo Moracchioli sings, plays drums, bass and guitar this man just oozes talent
And does the video, mixing, editing, production, etc.
Dude oozes charisma too
Keep on making kick-ass metalcovers and we will not forget about you👍🏻🤘🏻
You are The Man!!! Love you Sir ❤❤❤❤❤
Best Cover i‘ve ever heard
Hi. I am almost 40. Born in the 80's. I feel that the peak time for great musics was 1950 - 1990...
Great metal version of a great "classic" :) thanks
Would love to hear "We didn't start the fire" next...feel free to text new lines to it 😉
This is my dad’s favorite song. Would love to hear Leo’s version also!
That gets my vote!
I highly agree 👍🏽💯💯💯💯💯
This song was made for Metal... and I think Simple Minds know it!!!
Recognizes the brilliance of the songwriter. Genre doesn't matter. Would sound just as good as MUZAK in an elevator.
It's hard for someone who didn't grow up in the 80's to understand how much this cover, and others Leo does, means to people in my age group. For us, the 80's was the last great decade for music. Some of us can't relate much to modern stuff, but we're also a bit tired of the old stuff. Along comes Leo, bringing fresh takes on classics, instilling them with new life, in some cases adding improvements, and all the while having a deep respect for the originals and understanding of what made them great. The result is nostalgia mixed with the feeling that we're not too old to still rock and roll. Thanks, dude.
Yes, Leo and Sugar Rock. Both of them, this 66 yr old only recently discovered.
this
im late 90's baby (97), but I respect this comment a lot, cause I grew up on classic rock and 80's pop, and even though I enjoy newer music I definitely understand what your saying, I feel similarly to like 2010's music, i feel like for my age group music has gone down really bad since like 2015, and the 80's really did inspire some awesome music trends.
The 80s might have been the last decade with good radio music, but thinking there is no good new music out there is just sad (mostly for you).
Open your ears and your mind, there are many great modern artists out there, you just have to look outside of radio and Spotify top trends.
I love that you made it just heavy enough. That breakdown with the crazy bass is 🔥🔥🔥🔥
Awesome reworking!
It was originally offered to Billy Idol but he refused it. Could see him singing it, would be almost as rocking as this version
Billy actually did end up covering it on one of his greatest hits albums. His take was pretty good, as one might expect.
Billy was plan B but get your point.👍🏻
I wonder if. way back, Leo used to do top 40 covers of songs the way they sounded when they came out.
I love it when Leo covers 80’s songs for some reason. 😊
he used to do them a lot more. I miss those days.
Possibly because this kind of metal wasn't really around then, so the idea of a song where they had no idea this sound existed - but if they did then this is how it might have actually turned out instead. Modern songs were obviously deliberately chosen to not sound like this so it doesn't add that "what if?" into the mix.
@@alexfrance500 what kind of metal didn't exist when? In the 80s? Metal's been a thing since long before then.
@@Babarudra of course, perhaps I should have been a bit more explicit - if you listen to metal/rock from earlier in the 80s it sounded different - think Judas priest/def Leppard. Some of the elements used in this song didn't really come through until later in the 80s or even 90s. My exposure to metal in the 80s was only through friends who were into that kind of thing - it certainly wasn't in the mainstream here in the UK - don't forget that MTV was in it's early days & the internet didn't exist, so to find metal music took a more concerted effort than it does today. Vast swathes of the population would have barely been aware that metal existed & certainly wouldn't have had much exposure to it. If metal was ever portrayed in movies it was usually the metal guys shown as the stereotypical bad boys (an example in this film even). Think the muggers/bikers/bad guys in terminator, weird science, Highlander etc. Metal/rock listeners were portrayed as a peripheral group who were criminal bad boys - certainly to be shunned by mainstream society. A song like this certainly wouldn't have been used for the closing credits of a mainstream hollywood brat pack movie. I think that's more what I meant ;p
@@alexfrance500 I see some of your point. You're right, it wasn't as mainstream, but bands like Anthrax, Metallica, Slayer, etc started in the mid-80s, in fact the original line up of Venom (the UK black metal band) reached it's height and fell apart in the 80s. Having been a headbanging teen in the 80s, "I" was fully aware of the metal/hard rock/hardcore scenes, but no, they weren't mainstream, which was also part of the point of enjoyment. But then, I don't really know that heavier metal has ever become mainstream, all the more recent bands may have a decent following, but rarely would some random suit on the street know who Cannibal Corpse, Anathema, or Thergothon are, any more than a suit in the 80s would have known Celtic Frost, Voi vod or even Carnage. And good luck finding a suit from today to even know who those bands are.
It's all pretty niche, we don't generally see the lack of popularity because we are the followers/fans.
I love his videos where it focuses on his skills on the instruments, fingers strokes on the guitar or his steps on the drum pedals, so awesome to watch. His older videos doing triples on the drum pedal were so good!
I wish these hit Spotify quicker. I need this one on my playlist.
You literally hit the first notes and my memories of watching Breakfast Club came flooding back And I thought of Judd Nelson's character at the end of the movie with his fist in the air
This song made me smile the whole time. I was born in '86 but I love 80's music.
I know fads always seem to come back around but I have yet to hear the creativity and uniqueness of 80's music return to the radio. 🤞
Leo + 80s songs. I could listen to them all day, remembering my childhood.
I remember the original first hand. Good, but Leo really adds something to it. Very sincere 😊
Don't you forget to hit the "Like' button and show Leo how much we appreciate his metal Fridays :)
Oh yes, hit like, smash bells, click subscribe and always do what you're told !
That guitar solo is pretty effin epic
"hmm... a classic song from the 80s which cannot be improved."
Leo: "Hold my Beer."
Leo this absolutely smashes. i randomly found your Rasputin cover 3 weeks ago and have been absolutely obsessed.
Its fun to watch Leo's videos, you can tell he is genuinely having fun and doing it out of love for music, not the dollars
Yes yes yes and yes, we need more awesome 80's like this covered by Leo
This is unbelievable!!! Please come to Texas!!!!!
One of the best covers in Leo's recent history🏆
imagine a crazy concert with all these perfect covers ....Leo is a super star who is able to play so many hits .
Frog Leap does tours, mainly in Europe. He's got a few friends that fill out the band.
First 10 seconds into this song and I know it's a BANGER!!
Another perfect cover of a great song from my childhood. It's one thing to make a Heavy metal cover of a song that translates well into Heavy Metal, but the arrangement, the production, your impeccable talent and humorous music videos all come together to create something truly special, while paying homage to the original, is something else entirely. Absolutely amazing and that guitar tone, on point!
Nice to see you again. Ciao🇮🇹
"But what we found out is that each one of us is a brain …and an athlete …and a basketcase …a princess …and a criminal."
Love the movie and the song!!!
Cool Cover!
I do not identify as a princess.
1 of my top 5# Bender & Allison always take me straight back to 10th fucking grade. Imagine if Allison had been the one to act like John had. Lmao that was me... Actually did that thing he does w the locks when he was to running by the lockers just wasn't singing lol
Dear Mr. Moracchioli,
We loved it. We are the brain, the athlete, a basketcase, princess and a criminal.
Sincerely,
The Breakfast Club. ❤️
Nice
I love "The Breakfast Club"
thank you Leo for this Song!
🙏🏼🤘🏼❤
That Peavey power amp is RIGHTOUS!
80 flash back
I love your music
I love this song and Leo gives it the extra growl it needed. NICE
Perhaps my favorite 80s song. Even more so now.
Metalfy the 80's. love it
That's a homerun for sure Leo!!
This is beyond BADASS! This is a testimony to those times many of us lived!
Rock solid, as always. Life of Agony's cover of this song is criminally underappreciated, by the way.
YES!!! so as a metal head I actually really like the original version of this song. now hearing that Leo did a metal cover of it, dang. I needed this in my life! thanks Leo.
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The Bono glasses. Nice touch.
Leo come to Canada so I can see you play.. You rock bro!
I partied so hard when this song first came out! Glad to see it's coming around again! Nice job Leo, luv it.
I love this so much! I grew up listening to this so it holds a special place in my heart. I’d also love to see you cover either Nothing’s Gonna Stop Us Now by Starship, or Lady In Red by Chris De Burgh. I’d really appreciate it and I think you could do an exquisite metal cover of either song, as you always do!
Keep up the excellent work Leo! I hope you and your family are doing well, and I sincerely wish you all the best my friend!💚
leo always makes a perfect song, no doubt about it
This song was not made by leo, it was already perfect, leo spoiled it, like he always does
@@YTRORTY then why are you here
@@AlexJoneses this is not your fucking business
@@YTRORTY cry about it
Every friday i wait to see what you have done, since i found you years ago you have never let me down. Once you come back to America Im going to take my whole family to see you live. My granddaughter turned 6 on the 31st of Jan and this is one of our things we share. She loves your daughter and the rabbit lol. Thank you for showing that music is what makes the world great be it here or in Europe or anywhere I cant think of.
I've never been a big heavy metal fan, but to hear one of my favorite songs from one of my favorite movies? You have single handedly changed my mind Leo.
Perfectly covered as usual... Taking me back to my youth in the best way possible.. Thank you.. Love from Scotland ❤️🏴
Leo! Little brother! Love your work, man! Every time I see a new metal cover you put out of the songs I grew up with, I know they're gonna be awesome! You're a true musician and artist, man! I have no idea if it means anything to you, the idea of a guy at work (me) scrolling through UA-cam, stumbling into a new video of yours, clicking on it, waiting 5 seconds to skip the advert, then pursing my lips and wrinkling my nose as I start bobbing my head to the beat as you start shredding chords on your guitar....
Just........thanks, man!
You're a real inspiration for us basement heroes.
Emilio Estevez and Judd Nelson approve!
and Ally Sheedy
Awesome job! Please cover 'Somewhere Over The Rainbow' soon, you'd do an excellent version of it.
That would be awesome lol
Yes!!
This is the killer for the original! Best Interpretation ever!!! High five Leo!!!
Just one word, WOW!
Love how you don’t go overboard
Another awesome cover. I'd love to hear you cover the original Tears For Fears Mad World.
I remember this song from the mid 80s. This was one awesome and different cover of it.
I LIKE IT. SOUNDS HEAVY.
I just happened to stubble on this vid. Never heard of Leo. That was impressive. And the fact that you play all those instruments definitely impressive
Do not stop there!
*highway star
*africa
*battery
*fight fire with fire
Etc........
Just perfection
It takes a long time for the penny to drop with me. I've been watching this channel for years. I never knew why, just that I liked the covers. I was a kid in the 70's and a teen the 80's. The music I always liked best was metal. Leo takes the other songs I liked best and makes them metal. Why did I take so long to understand this simpleminded concept? This is why Leo should rule the world!
Freaking awesome version Leo! You make almost every song better! Sorry, there are some that just can't be helped.
Dear Mr. Vernon. We accept the fact that we had to sacrifice a whole Saturday to make a music video for this song. What we did was wrong, but we think you’re crazy to make us cover a song to tell you who we think we are. What do you care? You see us as you want to see us: in the simplest terms, the most convenient definitions. You see us as a frontman, a drummer, a bassist, guitar shredder, and a bunny. Correct? That’s the way we saw each other at 7 o’clock this morning. We were brainwashed.
- The Frog Leap Club (2023)
How envious of a room you are... and the talent 😂😂 Greetings from Argentina...
Leo.. one of my favourite artist.
Lovely gibson - great voice
every time just absolutely slappin
F N Amazing! I want 80's music...
My favorite cover of this song 😁🤘🤘
This works surprisingly well
Dude that cover is better than anything you here on the radio today.. Bad arss 🎸🎸
Extreme...Get the Funk Out... cover this...I believe you do it justice.
That's pretty near absolutely frakkin' amazing!
This is the perfect song for a Leo cover.
Those metal vocals were surprising and great, and the the tapping in the solo was electric
This is one in which the original drum part is so good that I kind of miss it here. But the guitar flourishes here are a nice touch.
Great cover..always look forward to see what you do next..VERY COOL LEO..
Just when I think you can't blow my mind any further, you do THIS. I have a NEW favourite again. LOVE from Canada Monsieur Moracchioli
Leo it's the best..just a 🤴🏻King🤩😍
Yet another touchdown Leo!
Life of Agony's cover of this song is amazing
Indeed it is
this treatment of 80s music is a definite improvement
I love your innovative interpretation of copyrighted music. Sometimes, it’s better than the original. Sometimes, some of it needs more work. I admire your passion and talent. Keep it up and keep going.
I get nostalgia goosebumps when listening to Leo's music!
You are freaking awesome Leo.
Glorious
radar love by golden earring. keep up the good work my husband and i love your music talent. i play guitar myself and is amazed of your talent.
Thanks for drifting back into 80's pop culture! ;)
Leo always proving that the best version of ANY song is the metal version.
I used to dance to this in Zanzibar in Sauchiehall Street!!!!