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Linda from Inland Empire, CaLeo Kottke's version is outstanding and it is incredible to see him play it live in concert.Ed from Keene, New HampshireIn interviews, Eric Clapton has mentioned that his solo on the Cream song "Dance the Night Away" (from the Disraeli Gears album) was inspired by this song.Curd from Heidelberg, GermanyThere's an interesting version here, using heavy sampling and modern production methods:.I'll definitely give a listen to Leo Kottke's version as well. Scotty from Cheyenne, WyThe Ventures also did an awesome sounding version of this song on their "Go With" album.Claude from Baltimore, MdAnother great cover, this one by The Thought:.That dropped from the news as he resigned shortly thereafter for taking bribes as Mayor of Baltimore. 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