Clutch Release Re-Recorded Version of Classic Hit, “Spacegrass”
Clutch have released a re-recorded version of their classic hit, “Spacegrass,” the fifth in a series of new studio recordings that comprise the Weathermaker Vault Series. “Spacegrass” was first released on Clutch’s self-titled album in 1995 and has remained a fan-favorite ever since.
Explains frontman Neil Fallon on the reimagined version:
“The lyrics got their start originally from something Tim [Sult, guitar] wrote. It involved a Dodge Swinger and Jesus. I added some words, and one of them was ‘AstroTurf,’ but that had one too many syllables. So I changed it to ‘Spacegrass’ – and the rest is history. “
Have a listen to the reimagined “Spacegrass” below. We’ll embed the original version of the track underneath as well so you can compare them side by side. IMO the new one sounds great — I’m not generally a fan of bands re-recording classics, but there’s no question that the original “Spacegrass” suffered from sub-par production. I’d reckon a lot of fans have gotten used to that sound, and to thee I say you are welcome to continue listening to it! No one’s forcing you to adopt this new version.
Catch Clutch on tour with Volbeat this coming spring:
April 04 – Tempe, AZ – Big Surf [tickets]
April 05 – Las Vegas, NV – Pearl Concert Theater at Palms Casino Resort [tickets]
April 07 – Denver, CO – Mission Ballroom [tickets]
April 08 – Independence, MO – Silverstein Eye Centers Arena [tickets]
April 10 – Irving, TX – The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory [tickets]
April 11 – Beaumont, TX – Ford Arena [tickets]
April 13 – Nashville, TN – Nashville Municipal Auditorium [tickets]
April 14 – Knoxville, TN – Knoxville Civic Coliseum [tickets]
April 15 – Atlanta, GA – Coca-Cola Roxy [tickets]
May 01 – Virginia Beach, VA – Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater [tickets]
May 03 – Charlotte, NC – Epicenter Festival [tickets]
May 05 – Youngstown, OH – Covelli Centre [tickets]
May 06 – Columbus, OH – Schottenstein Center [tickets]
May 09 – Milwaukee, WI – Eagles Ballroom [tickets]
May 10 – Grand Rapids, MI – The DeltaPlex Arena [tickets]
May 12 – Baltimore, MD – UMBC Event Center [tickets]
May 13 – New York, NY – The Rooftop at Pier 17 [tickets]
