A professional opera singer critiques Justin Hawkins and The Darkness

February 18, 2023 Alan Cross 2 Comments 1095 Views

As a regular follower of The Charismatic Voice (professional opera singer Elizabeth Zharoff, who reacts to songs she’s hearing for the first time), I’ve long hoped that she’d take a dive into Justin Hawkins and The Darkness. Prayers answered! Here’s her take on “I Believe in a Thing Called Love.” (Via Larry)

UPDATE: Justin Hawkins responds.

Random music news for Saturday, February 18, 2023
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