To those bashing "Heaven 17," his name is Glenn Gregory. He is now in his 50s, and time takes a toll on any singer's vocal chords. Interestingly, one of LaRoux's influences is Heaven 17. One day Elly will be in her 50s and not exhibiting the vocal dexterity she enjoys today in support of some 20-something-year-old's hit song. So let's cut "Heaven 17" some slack. It's great to see a past star of the early 80s new wave movement together with a superstar of today's new wave revival.
It's funny all these comments saying he's ruining the La Roux song because on the Temptation collaboration, everyone is saying she is ruining the Heaven 17 song. It's why people write songs in their own style to suit their strengths. Few people have the range and dexterity to sing anything.
I saw this when first aired (about 10 times running!) on BBC8. Couln't believe how good it was and how many here state otherwise. The Numan/Little Boots collaboration was truely awlful though.....I say that with sadness as original Numan is awesome.
His vocal style doesnt really fit the track, but they work well together. He is almost more of a crooner! I have a lot of respect for him, being old enough to remember Heaven 17 the first time around, and the gig as a whole was really cool. Nice chemistry. Def worth a look if you havent seen it all.
@unclebitch Are you sure? They have two drummers, one from La Roux' band and one from Heaven 17. Maybe the second is just not playing here. I don't hear a lot of drums...
@BooiBam i personally prefer this version, i suppose its what ever floats my boat, glen gregory is a distinctive singer, so is elly, i thought it was an interesting, i like 'different' versions of tracks, this was 1 of those :)
It might just be me but they seem to sing their own songs brilliantly but struggle with each other’s ( in for the kill / temptation ) - might be to do with the key they’re in ? brilliant effort though
To those bashing "Heaven 17," his name is Glenn Gregory. He is now in his 50s, and time takes a toll on any singer's vocal chords. Interestingly, one of LaRoux's influences is Heaven 17. One day Elly will be in her 50s and not exhibiting the vocal dexterity she enjoys today in support of some 20-something-year-old's hit song. So let's cut "Heaven 17" some slack. It's great to see a past star of the early 80s new wave movement together with a superstar of today's new wave revival.
It's funny all these comments saying he's ruining the La Roux song because on the Temptation collaboration, everyone is saying she is ruining the Heaven 17 song. It's why people write songs in their own style to suit their strengths. Few people have the range and dexterity to sing anything.
I really love this, 2 of my favourite artists from different eras together.
pure class....what a perfect combination.....musical passion all round
Absolutely fantastic performance & pairing :-)
he still sounds good. They need a comeback album!
I saw this when first aired (about 10 times running!) on BBC8. Couln't believe how good it was and how many here state otherwise. The Numan/Little Boots collaboration was truely awlful though.....I say that with sadness as original Numan is awesome.
You are absolutely right. His voice fits the very classic Heaven 17 style, but he is doing a very good job here - and he has obviously fun.
her voice is just amazing!!!! :)
Love both their voices so much!!
Legends!!!!! Works well. Loved it
Always loved Glen. He looks like he knows he's the luckiest guy in the world and a grin like a Cheshire Cat!
Great version. Glenn Gregory still rocks. I adore Ellie's voice.
I love it.
Love it! Thanks
Love it !!
His vocal style doesnt really fit the track, but they work well together. He is almost more of a crooner! I have a lot of respect for him, being old enough to remember Heaven 17 the first time around, and the gig as a whole was really cool. Nice chemistry. Def worth a look if you havent seen it all.
Brilliant
Thanks for publishing this, whynotandy!
Just for the record this took place in Studio 3 at the BBC's Maida Vale Studios, not at Abbey Road.
she's beautiful!
@unclebitch Check "Heaven 17 - (We Don't Need This) Fascist Groove Thang", this is the drum set of the Heavan 17's drummer.
Heaven 17 killed this song. Elly was amazing on the few parts and the 'ooohs' she sang
Electronic history melds for today...... perfect.
omfg this guy murdered her song.
why do I feel like subliminally I'm being brain washed to go out and get soft serve ice cream....
i love that girl.
Nice idea! Not perfect- but almost! I listen to this all the time/often!
@slinkyskunk They were there and they were interviewed for the session
0:10 - 0:14 is my favourite part! How she points to him and all (: Lol.
Him?
@unclebitch Are you sure? They have two drummers, one from La Roux' band and one from Heaven 17. Maybe the second is just not playing here. I don't hear a lot of drums...
I like this take, actually
oh glen!
if im not mistaken, someone's using facebook on their laptop @ 1:45
Tin tin :P
heaven17 me encanta y la roux, pero esque heaven 17 en estas canciones se sale. :D
@BooiBam i personally prefer this version, i suppose its what ever floats my boat, glen gregory is a distinctive singer, so is elly, i thought it was an interesting, i like 'different' versions of tracks, this was 1 of those :)
Ever noticed that the opening riff sounds like tom petty/heartbreakers "you got lucky".
What does Elly say at the end?
@whynotandy Didn't Ian quit?
Did she show him when😂😂😂
"Oh Glen" XD
Alistair Sims and Ray Winstone!
the heaven 17 guy murdered this song.
He really didn't
@chacho6011 sooooooooooo funny !
Who is that?
the heaven 17 dude
it's a mash-up of old electro & new ... check your music history
That's just Glenn Gregory, I don't see Martyn or Ian there.
Had this on loop when it first aired, didn't care for the little boots/Gary Numan stuff though
@koti1100 Glenn Gregory
this is good, prefer her original, but great combo x
It might just be me but they seem to sing their own songs brilliantly but struggle with each other’s ( in for the kill / temptation ) - might be to do with the key they’re in ? brilliant effort though
@Booibam - Without him there would be no her....
elly the best jaajja
I've got another song that they did together - ruclips.net/video/Y5X-Zu60l3Y/видео.html
Enjoy..
his voice sounds bad when he sings alone but when they sing together it's about good
Don't complain. very possitive performance + c.ronaldo on drums 3:57
i actually prefer this version
la roux unreal.... but he does nt sing tis tuuuune wel alongside her
yeah, it's like one of those bad karaoke attemps
I think she shakes her head and says "Glenn" because he shakes her hand as they have both just sung "now let go of my hand".
#corny
dont you mean HEN EGGEREY lol
wow I love elly Jackson and heven 17 but he was really out of tune. he should leve in for the kill for elly to just sing xxxxxx
The whole show was great to watch, I think La Roux just needs better vocal training and she can hit those higher notes in Temptation.
Sorry, but he can not sing, he is totally killing the song. Elly sounds amazing as per usall
she look mad
Sounds like la roux is being murdered whith tea spoon
omg it sounds so better without heaven 17!!!! i think this version is so bad!!
love Elly but him signing did not go well with this song
glenn's a legend but whatever this is, it's not 'singing'
I know rightt.
oh my gosh!! wtf is this dude!? he's like taking elly's spotlight! let her sing!
he killed this song. made it sound horrible. i hate this version of this song
Take Glenn out and you have a good song.
horrible!! MAKE HIM SHUT UP!
I think it sounds better with just Elly. His style doesn't fit her songs
I just love Heaven 17, but the singer sounds so shitty next to Elly (who's not such a good singer herself but she's charismatic) it makes me cringe.
Not bad, but not too good, either. She's great in what she does, though.
the worst version ever. heaven 17...awful.
Cringeworthy.
La Roux? Heaven 17's bastard love child. A back stairs kind o' love gone wrong. He still loves the kid though.