Gasoline Lollipops deliver a distinctive rendition of Tom Waits’ “Jockey Full of Bourbon,” capturing the song’s essence with a low-key, percussive vibe. The arrangement features a relaxed yet impactful vocal performance, supported by a subtle piano and guitar backdrop. The band’s interpretation leans into the song’s inherent Latin groove, bringing a fresh yet familiar feel to this classic track.
Since he was 12 years old, Gasoline Lollipops frontman Clay Rose has considered Tom Waits one of his main influences and inspirations. Their cover of “Jockey Full of Bourbon” exemplifies the band’s mastery of their instruments and shines like a Roosevelt Dime. The band delivers a clean and relaxed arrangement with teeth, albeit through a sheet of velvet, demonstrating their ability to breathe new life into a beloved song while staying true to its original spirit.
Gasoline Lollipops stitch scraps of American roots music to patches of their own tattered hearts to form an all-new tapestry of bleeding rock ‘n’ roll. Recognized as Denver Westword’s “Best Country Artist” in 2016 and winners of the Colorado Daily reader’s polls for “Best Boulder Band” in 2014, 2015, and 2017, the GasPops have shared stages with esteemed artists such as Lucero, Dale Watson, and Todd Snider. Their performances have graced numerous music festivals, including Salmonfest Alaska, NedFest, and Grandoozy Festival, showcasing their dynamic presence and unique sound in the music scene.
Jockey Full of Bourbon is currently featured on our Wax Trax Spotify playlist…