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Heart Banter by David Gittlin

David Gittlin

Featuring acoustic guitar and vocal covers performed the way my favorite artists play them.

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00:03:26

Cat Stevens' Counterpart

Heart Banter by David Gittlin ·

2026/03/29

Cat Stevens first met Alun Davies as a backup musician in a recording session. He liked what he heard. After another session, Stevens recognized that Davies was an exceptional talent. In a following private session, Stevens played something like fifty of his original songs for Davies, whereupon Davies decided Cat was also an exceptional talent. He agreed to accompany Stevens on an upcoming tour. After the tour, Davies became Stevens' permanent 2nd guitar

00:04:18

Cat Stevens And Alun Davies: A Musical Journey

Heart Banter by David Gittlin ·

2026/03/28

In this song, Cat Stevens is singing to a woman he yearns for in a Human form. On another level, he may be singing, aware or unaware, to the Divine Feminine. In either case, the object of Stevens’ love is unattainable in the present. Yet, I believe, the admirer (Stevens) continues to yearn for his beloved in the hope that he will, one day, meet his perfect love. There are many interpretations of “How Can I Tell You.” In my view, the song is hopeful rather

00:03:30

Steve Gillette: Influential Folk Singer And Songwriter

Heart Banter by David Gittlin ·

2026/03/18

Have you heard of Steve Gillette? If you were alive in the 1960s and liked folk music, there’s a chance the name rings a bell. Gillette never reached the top of the charts, but he’s a very talented singer/songwriter. Many of his songs have been performed by artists you have heard of, including John Denver, Gordon Lightfoot, Ian and Sylvia, Nanci Griffith, and Linda Ronstadt. “The Bells in the Evening” appears on Gillette’s debut album, released in 1967

00:03:40

Heartfelt And True: "Everything I Do" Cover

Heart Banter by David Gittlin ·

2026/03/10

A movie studio commissioned a composer to write "Everything I Do" for Kevin Costner's Film, "Prince of Thieves." Bryan Adams, with his producer Mutt Lange, wrote the lyrics, bridge, arrangement, and outro. Adams used a line from the movie for the song title. The studio did not like the instrumentation in the finished product. They buried it midway in the credits, not anticipating what a huge hit the song would become. "Everything I Do" is one of the most

00:03:39

Why Brian Adams "Heaven" Became A Timeless Classic

Heart Banter by David Gittlin ·

2026/02/14

Previous to this writing, I had never heard of Bryan Adams. I am in the minority because Adams has created a number of beautiful, chart-topping hits that most people besides me are familiar with. “Heaven” is another song that came into my mind from someplace I can’t define. When I heard Boyce Avenue’s stirring performance of it, I fell in love with the song immediately. On July 15, 1985, “Heaven” reached #1 on the Billboard Chart. Paradoxically, it was

00:03:26

"Heaven Only Knows" With Digital Backup

Heart Banter by David Gittlin ·

2026/02/09

Here’s another song, written by Paul Kennerly and made famous by Emmylou Harris, called “Heaven Only Knows.” The song was released on Emmylou’s 1989 album, “Bluebird.” The song reached #16 on the Hot Country Music Chart. Since I’m a newcomer to the Country Music Scene, I’d never heard of Paul Kennerly before. He’s an Englishman who has written 30 published Country Music songs. (I guess there are stranger things that abound in our world). I don’t recall

00:02:36

"Long May You Run" With Instrumental Backup

Heart Banter by David Gittlin ·

2026/01/07

“Long May You Run” is written by Neil Young. The song came alive for me when I heard Emmylou Harris and her band perform it. Now in her seventies, Emmylou is still beautiful and sings like an angel, as attested to in the video I’ve included. After hearing Miss Harris’ version of the song, I began listening to many of her other reels on YouTube. She is a consummate, unique performer, not to mention beautiful. Emmylou’s music has remained consistently

00:02:41

Another "Born to Run." Not the Bruce Springsteen song.

Heart Banter by David Gittlin ·

2025/12/13

While searching for a video of Bruce Springsteen playing his iconic hit “Born to Run,” I stumbled upon a video of Emmylou Harris singing “Born to Run.” Now, here’s the fascinating surprise: Emmylou is singing an entirely different song written by Paul Kennerly. And this song really rocks. Released in 1982 as the second single from Harris’ album Cimarron, “Born to Run” reached number 3 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart. Emmylou Harris

00:02:32

Acoustic Cover of Long May You Run

Heart Banter by David Gittlin ·

2025/11/30

00:05:48

The Truth In Money And Relationships Version 2

Heart Banter by David Gittlin ·

2025/11/07

When the Eagles were a struggling group in Los Angeles, they noticed many beautiful women married to older, successful men. It posed the question: Were these women happy or unhappy? One night, while drinking in their favorite bar, they spotted a beautiful young woman. Alongside her, a fat, old, rich guy sat drinking. They were chatting, and apparently a couple. Glen Frey, the group’s leader, commented, “Look at her. She can’t hide those lying eyes.” The

00:05:48

The Truth in "Lyin' Eyes": Money and Relationships

Heart Banter by David Gittlin ·

2025/11/06

00:02:43

Tequila Sunrise: A Cowboy's Life In Music

Heart Banter by David Gittlin ·

2025/10/29

“Glenn Frey and Don Henley wrote this song together, and Frey sang lead. Along with “Desperado,” it was one of two songs they came up with in the first week that they started writing together. The songs formed the basis of the Eagles’ second album, with Frey and Henley comparing the life of a cowboy to that of a musician. “Tequila Sunrise” shows the transient nature of each lifestyle, as the singer falls for a woman who just wants to use him and move on

00:02:43

Tequila Sunrise: A Cowboy's Life In Music

Heart Banter by David Gittlin ·

2025/10/29

00:02:38

How Cat Stevens' Early Song Became A Timeless Hit

Heart Banter by David Gittlin ·

2025/10/11

Cat Stevens wrote “The First Cut Is The Deepest” when he was eighteen. At the time, he had no intention of becoming a worldwide star performer. He sold the song for thirty pounds to P.P. Arnold, a soul singer who lived near him in London. She released “The First Cut Is The Deepest” on her first album. It reached #18 on the U.K. charts in 1967. Eventually, Rod Stewart and Sheryl Crow covered the song, making it a major hit in America. Stevens released his

00:02:38

How Cat Stevens' Early Song Became A Timeless Hit

Heart Banter by David Gittlin ·

2025/10/11

00:04:04

The Hopeful Essence of Cat Stevens' Lyrics

Heart Banter by David Gittlin ·

2025/09/18

In this song, I believe (Yusuf) Cat Stevens is singing to a woman he yearns for in a Human form. On another level, he may be singing, aware or unaware, to the Divine Feminine. In either case, the object of Stevens’ love is unattainable in the present. Yet, I further believe, that the admirer (Stevens) continues to yearn for his beloved in the hope that he will, one day, meet her. In this sense, the song is hopeful rather than despairing. However one

00:03:06

Exploring Bob Dylan’s "Tomorrow Is A Long Time"--A...

Heart Banter by David Gittlin ·

2025/03/06

Bob Dylan recorded the first version of “Tomorrow Is A Long Time” in 1962. He didn’t release it until 1971 on his “Greatest Hits Album.” Oddly, Ian and Sylvia were the first recording artists to release the song in 1963 on their album “Four Strong Winds.” The song is about longing for a loved one, specifically Suze Rotolo, who Dylan dated from 1961 to 1964. It is widely believed that another Dylan song, “Girl From The North Country,” is also about Rotolo. Here’s my cover.

00:04:13

Why Marc Cohn Won a Golden Globe for Best New Artist

Heart Banter by David Gittlin ·

2025/02/27

Is Marc Cohn a one-hit wonder? The answer, in a word, is “yes.” That being said, Walking in Memphis is a noteworthy accomplishment for a man who has spent most of his career steadfastly under the radar. To his credit, Marc won a Golden Globe Award in 1991 for Best New Artist. Now, well into his fifties, Cohn is still touring with an ambitious schedule ahead in 2023. Working on this song made me wonder: What made Elvis Presley so popular? In case you may be wondering too,

00:02:31

Gordon Lightfoot's Sly Humor: "I'll Be All Right"

Heart Banter by David Gittlin ·

2025/02/08

Here’s another Gordon Lightfoot tune that may not be as recognizable as many of his other songs that I’ve covered here. Somehow, “I’ll be Alright” crept into my consciousness, and I’m happy to offer my cover of the song in this post. To me, the song is as lovely and memorable as many of Lightfoot’s hits, including: “If You Could Read My Mind,” “Early Morning Rain,” and “Song For A Winter’s Night.” Please enjoy this remembrance of the one and only Gordon Lightfoot.

00:04:06

The Story Behind Bob Dylan's "Girl From The North...

Heart Banter by David Gittlin ·

2025/01/27

"Girl From The North Country" is another one of those songs that popped into my head from out of nowhere. I can't decide if it's a message from the Beyond or just a little piece of my subconscious rising like a sunspot from the deep layers of my skin with aging. Whatever the case, "Girl From The North Country" is one of Dylan's earliest recorded songs, written in 1962 and released in 1962. Listening to it now, I find the ballad enchanting. As a young adult, I followed Dylan's

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