When I put on my Dr. Martens I immediately feel more entitled and courageous - I feel like I can take on the world. In celebration of its 50th Anniversary they have signed on various current artists to create covers of classics. The end result is a the strength and vitality of the modern spirit encased in time-tested contours. Just like the boot.
Buraka Som Sistema cover Neneh Cherry's Buffalo Stance
The Cinematic Orchestra cover Lilac Wine
Black Rebel Motorcycle Club cover The Pogues' Dirty Old Town
N.A.S.A. covers Max Romeo's Chase the Devil
DāM-FunK covers The Human League's Things That Dreams Are Made Of
Noisettes cover Buzzcocks' Ever Fallen In Love With Someone You Shouldn't've
Duke Spirit cover Sham 69's If The Kids Are United
Three more covers to come, so keep an eye on their Youtube channel. Also check out behind the scenes footage there.
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