Welcome to my first BoTB comeback post!
After a long hiatus from the battles, I’m ready to get the show going again. Don’t worry, 4Mers, you’ll find the linky party at the bottom of the post to snag or link up. 😉
In this showdown round, I’m pulling from a past 4M theme for inspiration where I shared today’s battle song – Led Zeppelin 1971 hit, Stairway to Heaven.
According to the site, SecondHandSongs, there are 126 versions. Judging by the list I’d say about half are instrumental versions. Wanting to do something a little different, I stirred clear of rockers covering this classic and decided on two artists from the country/folk genre. I invite you to listen, then tell me in comments which artist you like the best (recommended) and why (optional)!
My first contestant was a bit of a shocker to discover. In 2002 Dolly Parton covered it her way and truly making it a special song suiting her purrfectly!
This new-to-me bluegrass band released their version in 2005, Iron Horse!
**Poll closes at noon (EST) September 21st**
Who gets your vote, Dolly Parton or Iron Horse?
Tell me which artist is your favorite rendition. There’s no wrong way to vote unless you don’t vote at all. If you want, you can spill the beans on why you think your artist deserves to win.
Finally, let me point out that you’ll find more awesome battles underway at some of these blog listed below (not everyone is doing the bi-monthly showdowns now) and if you’d like to be included in the fun, then contact Stephen requesting to be added to the list.
✩ai loves music✩ (Amy), Angels Bark (Michele), Cherdo on the Flipside, The Doglady’s Den (Debbie), Jingle Jangle Jungle (Mary), Mike’s Ramblings, STMcC Presents BoTB (Stephen, BoTB Manager), The Sound of One Hand Typing (John), & Tossing It Out (Lee)
Once again, please don’t forget to cast your vote for your favorite artist in this showdown in comments and be sure to check back next week in my 4M on Sunday (22nd) post to see if your favorite artist is named the winner in this round of Battle of the Bands.
I’m gonna close with one more cover of Zeppelin’s classic by a very young rocker chick. This one doesn’t count, folks, so PLEASE refrain from voting for Miss Rylee. 😉
X💋X💋, Cathy
Please be sure to return tomorrow to hit the 4M dance floor. Tomorrow’s theme Mary asked us to build a playlist featuring Farm Aid past/presents artists. You’re invited to link your 
mewsic posts below. If you join the party, please add a link back to the 4M (Marie, Stacy, Alana, Colette, or Cathy) hostess of your choice and you’re welcome to add the linky code in your post, too. 😉 Remember, all other posts are subject for immediate removal or labeled NO MUSIC. Let’s boogie!💃🕺