Musket: you have chosen to quote only part of what I said re the Joss Stone version: in the rest of my post I acknowledged that there are people other than Eric Bogle who CAN do justice to this song - but that they may be in the minority of those who attempt it. Nothing odd about that. Several people have mentioned June Tabor's singing of it, which is excellent. (And others have mentioned Sandy Denny and Maddy Prior) NOWHERE did I say that ONLY the composer of a song should be the only person to sing it, Stop twisting things! This version is just horrible (not just omitting verses, but the so-called "musical" arrangement. And not seeking Eric's permission is indefensible.
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