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Handbags & Gladrags (GlamCountryRockMIX)
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Have always wanted to do a cover of this iconic Mike d'Abo track (Rod didn't write it, but it's become synonymous with Stewart for sure over the years).
glam sixties stewart schneider d abo
some people get by with a little understanding, some people get by with a whole lot more..
think back to when the Rubettes smashed onto the scene with 'Sugar Baby Love' and pop music would never be the same again, kind of like an open invitation for ABBA to have it's wicked way...plus how the world seemed less complicated and more focussed on serious issues as opposed to Tik Tok or Instagram and if we don't think we've lost something we're crazy...but if we think it's coming back anytime soon then we are complete fools. Michael Keaton in a scene from 'Birdman' is here due to his brilliant acting abilities as well as the late great John Belushi...dig Mike & John, supreme talents for sure! can you still recall in the juke box hall when the music played and the world spun round to a brand new sound in those far off days.. in their blue suede shoes they would scream and shout as they sang the blues, let it all hang out.. rock and roll...
Song Info
Charts
#20 in subgenre Peak #2
Charts
Peak #16
Author
Mike d'Abo
Rights
c. 1967 Mike d'Abo
Uploaded
August 23, 2025
Track Files
MP3
MP3 5.7 MB 188 kbps 4:14
Story behind the song
classic song written by Mike d'Abo and brilliantly interpreted by Rod Stewart before Rod became a massive rock star in the US - it's just such a timeless classic!
Lyrics
so what becomes of you my love when they have finally stripped you of the handbags and the gladrags that your grandad had to sweat so you could buy...
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davidabriggs
Sep 05, 2025
How strange, I was listening to the Rod Stewart version of this only last week. I'd been playing my old LP version of his LP, Every Picture Tells A Story. Then I worked back and dug out. An Old Raincoat Never Lets You Down LP. This song is on that LP. Fabulous version mate.
MikeBennett
Aug 25, 2025
Loving this rendition of a classic! Top shelf all the way!!!
Tony DeLecce
Aug 23, 2025
Excellent production. Unlike other here I’m not familiar with original. You have performed this very well.
steveweyman
Aug 22, 2025
Great take on this classic Greg ! Loved Rod ‘s and stereophonics version and you have made this now your version . Really great keys and vocals and really clear production make it a winner .
KeithMitchell
Aug 22, 2025
Mega version Greg. Excellent production with your own touches which really makes it standout. Top marks.
rodrica
Aug 22, 2025
Excellent cover of this old classic, love the way you have injected your own touch of magic to take to a whole new level. Great production, vocals & keys!