[Yesterday I listened to it side by side with the original
I did the same! I’m not always a fan of this kind of thing but the Rev have done a superb job.
I agree that some of their versions are probably better than the originals - Sermon definitely. The Laetitia Sadier one also really stands out for me (Mornin’ Glory). Her voice works so well with that song.
Also Suzanne Sundför’s Tobacco Road - wasn’t sure about it at first but it has really grown on me. Her voice is incredible.
Not sure about Ode to Billie Jo - it’s a bit too dramatic, it’s the understatement that really makes the original.