This song was introduced to me by some friends as a cover done by Dinosaur Jr. They were skaters, so the reference to 'tricks' at the top of the song conjured up ideas of a smitten lover's curiosity for executing kick-flips and rail slides.
At the time, I didn't know much of The Cure's discography outside of 'Boy's Don't Cry,' 'Disintegration,' and 'Wish.' The discovery of The Head on the Door led me to Kiss Me, Kiss Me, Kiss Me and the introduction to the original 'Just Like Heaven.'
It's a strange but powerful relationship to have with a song when your introduction is someone else's interpretation of it. I think that's why I chose 'Just Like Heaven' for this month's cover.
Claudio's take on the tune is inventive and sincere, showcasing his home recording skills and impressive vocal abilities. The instrumentation is quite minimal, leaving plenty of breathing room for the vocals - undoubtedly the highlight here.
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