Almost Saturday Night
Gene Clark
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5 facts about this song
Gene Clark's VersionGene Clark, a former member of The Byrds, covered "Almost Saturday Night" on his 1984 album "Firebyrd."
- Clark often performed the song in his live shows, which showed how he appreciated Fogerty's songwriting.
- Clark's cover was praised for its folk-rock style, distinct from the original rock and roll version.
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Carla Olson's versionCarla Olson, a rock singer and songwriter, performed a duet of "Almost Saturday Night" with Gene Clark on her 2008 album "Greetings from Taos."
- The album was critically acclaimed and helped Olson gain a broader audience.
- Olson managed to imbibe a country-rock feel into the song with her version.
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John Fogerty’s original version"Almost Saturday Night" is a song written and originally recorded by John Fogerty, a former member of Creedence Clearwater Revival.
- The song appears on his second solo album, "John Fogerty," released in 1975.
- Despite the positive acclaim for its catchy melody and Fogerty's energetic performance, it only reached number 78 on the Billboard Hot 100.
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The Searchers' VersionBritish band The Searchers also covered "Almost Saturday Night" on their album "Play for Today" in 1981.
- The Searchers' version is notably more pop-oriented than other covers and the original.
- The band included this song in their setlist during tours, and it proved popular with their fan base.
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General facts"Almost Saturday Night" has been covered by numerous artists of various genres, indicating the song's wide-ranging appeal.
- Each version of the song interprets the piece differently, reflecting the artist's unique style, from Fogerty's rock and roll to Clark's folk-rock, Olson's country-rock, and The Searchers' pop.
- The song’s chorus is ubiquitously infectious and often praised for its uplifting and optimistic feel.
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