MANCHESTER, England—Local post-rock trio Shaking Hand announced Tuesday they had released a cover of Badly Drawn Boy’s “The Shining.” The band cited the song’s inherent sadness as a primary motivator. “We heard it, and we just felt it,” said lead guitarist Brenda Piffle, Vice President of Sonic Misery for Shaking Hand. “It was like staring into the void, but with a decent bassline.” The band’s decision to cover the track from Badly Drawn Boy’s 2000 debut, ‘The Hour Of Bewilderbeast,’ has surprised many. Sources close to the band said the original song’s melancholic vibe perfectly captured their current mood. Shaking Hand’s interpretation of “The Shining” reportedly adds layers of feedback. It also features a drum solo lasting approximately seven minutes.
Doubt Becomes Their Bond
The band claims the original “The Shining” made them question their life choices. “We love Badly Drawn Boy,” stated Shaking Hand’s keyboardist, Chet Nibblers, Chief Vibes Officer. “But that song? It’s a direct pipeline to existential despair. We just amplified it.” Their self-titled debut album recently dropped. This cover is their first new material since. The band hopes their rendition will resonate with listeners. They want people to feel “comfortably numb.” The cover can be streamed on most major platforms. It has already garnered significant attention. Many are calling it “a mood.” Shaking Hand intends to tour behind the cover. They plan to play only small, dimly lit venues.
The Shining Light On Their Woes
Fans have reacted with a mixture of confusion and affirmation. “I always thought ‘The Shining’ was about ghosts,” said one listener. “Now I realize it’s about my rent.” Badly Drawn Boy has not yet commented on the cover. However, representatives for the artist confirmed he is aware of Shaking Hand’s rendition. They also noted he is currently enjoying a quiet afternoon. The band emphasized their deep respect for the original artist. They stressed their cover was an homage. It was an homage to the feeling of being trapped in a snowstorm. It was also an homage to bad decisions. The cover is available now. Listeners are advised to prepare themselves. They should also have tissues ready.
At press time, Shaking Hand was reportedly already planning their next cover. It will be a 15-minute dirge version of Rick Astley’s “Never Gonna Give You Up.”
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