Bruce Springsteen has released ‘Nightshift’, a cover of the Commodores original, lifted from the singer’s forthcoming album.‘Nightshift’ first appeared on the tracklist of Commodores’ titular 1985 album, and was written as a tribute to Marvin Gaye and Jackie Wilson (both of whom died the year prior).
For his part, Springsteen stays true to the original, carrying the soulful tune atop a supporting band of brass, strings and backing vocalists.The track is accompanied by a music video directed by longtime Springsteen collaborator Thom Zimny.
The director previously helmed visuals for the tracks ‘We Take Care Of Our Own’ and ‘Radio Nowhere’, and this time places Springsteen centre-stage.
The singer performs under the glow of a spotlight, interspersed with clips of interpretive dancers. Watch that below.‘Nightshift’ marks the latest preview of ‘Only The Strong Survive’, Springsteen’s upcoming album of soul covers.
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