In which Antony makes hitting the bittersweet mark on “Landslide” seem easy with a solid rendition of Stevie Nicks’ great breakup tune. Had a feeling this would be a standout from the new Fleetwood Mac covers set, and it did not disappoint. Hegarty keeps things understated with light, fingerpicked guitar faithful to the original and his fragile-as-glass voice. “Well, I’ve been afraid of changing, ’cause I built my life around you.” That’s still one of the best overt yet completely moving lyrics ever in my book. Hear his cover above.
Ethan Johns, Featured, Jon Brion, Laura Marling, Ray LaMontagne, Ryan Adams