Uploaded April 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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In this video, Ryan and I dive into a heated debate about whether bands should play cover songs during their live shows. It all started when Eddie Trunk questioned why bands would play covers when they already have massive catalogs of their own music—then Duff McKagan jumped in with the opposite take, saying it’s a great way to show respect and connect with fans. Ryan and I discussed each point and gave our opinion on the subject.

So who’s right?

Let’s break down both sides of the argument, look at real examples, and talk about whether covers belong in today’s live setlists.

Do you think bands should play covers live, or stick to their own songs? Let me know in the comments!

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