Arcade Fortress covers Tina Turner

Over the last decade, Arcade Fortress have been going from strength to strength as an exciting rock outfit, winning over fans from both stage and studio. Based in the UK, the band bring together singer-songwriter Gavin Connolly, guitarist Richard Fox and newly added drummer Matt Stubbs, forming a trio that pairs alternative rock with lyrical bite. Bringing together the power of guitar-driven anthems and the melodic appeal of British rock tradition, they draw a line from classic artists to the more disruptive edge of today’s indie scene.

The group have earned a must watch reputation for their magnetic performances on London’s live music circuit, playing venues such as The Water Rats, The Dublin Castle, The Fiddler’s Elbow, The Good Ship and The Sebright Arms. Their onstage energy saw them land a finalist spot at the 2015 Hard Rock Rising competition at the Hard Rock Cafe, London, attesting to their ability to hold their own on competitive stages.

In the studio, their momentum has been no less impressive; the 2022 record Younique had four BBC Music Introducing-aired tracks showcasing songwriting that struck a chord as much with broadcasters as it did with fans. Over the last few years they’ve been sharing a string of well-received singles and now bring us their latest outing with the brand new cover of Tina Turner’s classic hit “Simply The Best.”

Reinterpreting a cherished pop anthem through their own lens, the cover sees the band supercharge the rock in a thrilling rock setting cut with bright synth tones capped by commanding vocal performance. Punching drums, crunchy guitars and pulsing bass lines all collide to make this version an epic reimagination that keeps all the wide pop appeal of the original in tact while casting it in a completely new light.

Opened by the fuzz of palm muted guitar notes and sparse percussive rattles, Gavin’s rich voice enter to deliver the endlessly familiar melodic leads and lyrics while the arrangement swells around his voice. Flowing with pattering drums, intricate guitar layers and slick lead licks, the chorus launches with anthemic rock energy to serve up a truly engrossing listening experience that’s guaranteed to put a smile on listeners everywhere.

It’s a spectacular showcase of the band’s musicianship flair and performance panache as well as their knack for taking beloved music and putting their own spin on it. As they continue to impress on their enduring musical adventure, Arcade Fortress shows no signs of slowing down and they’re sure to keep dazzling fans around the world with their compelling sonic output.

Listen to Simply The Best below

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