COVERED: Buffy Saint-Marie - Codine (1963)

This song was originally written by Buffy Saint-Marie in 1963, after becoming addicted to codeine whilst recovering from a throat infection. The song became a classic of the era and was covered by The Byrds, The Charlatans (US 60s), Donovan, Quicksilver Messenger Service, Janis Joplin and Gram Parsons among others. A great song, with so many great covers.

VIDEO OF THE WEEK: Quicksilver Messenger Service - Mona (1969)

A great video of the band performing outdoors for Rolling Stone co-founder Ralph J Gleason's 'Go Ride the Music'.  I always love videos that capture a particular time perfectly and this one has it all. Great music, groovy dancing and just a really nice vibe to it all. Enjoy!




'Mona' is off the classic album 'Happy Trails' and was written by Bo Diddley. (Click for Spotify links)