GUS DAPPERTON RELEASES DREAMY COVER OF CHER’S ICONIC HIT “BELIEVE”
Burgeoning alt-pop artist Gus Dapperton releases a brooding cover of Cher’s 1998 mega-hit “Believe” via Warner Records. The reimagined classic is the lead single from Dapperton’s forthcoming EP, Tunes For Late Spring, which arrives on June 7.
From the outset, Gus approaches “Believe” in a new and provocative way, dispensing with its epic, club-ready mechanics for a brooding, understated exploration of heartbreak and doubt. “No matter how hard I try, you keep pushing me aside,” he croons over melodic guitar. “And I can’t break through, there’s no talking to you.” By the time Dapperton reaches the iconic chorus, Cher’s smash has been successfully transformed into a bittersweet, breakup song.
The release follows “What You Won’t Do For Love,” a winning update of Bobby Caldwell’s 1978 hit. It was preceded by Dapperton’s sugary-sweet “Lil Tune” featuring Electric Guest, as well as the introspective “Fallout” alongside Lil Yachty and Joey Bada$$. Prior to that, he released “Homebody“, “Sunset“, and Don’t Let Me Down” with BENEE.
Before signing with Warner Records, Gus Dapperton had already established himself as a skilled virtuoso with 2020’s Orca, which showcased his intimate brand of songwriting and spawned the singles “First Aid,” “Post Humorous,” and “Bluebird.”
Now, with his dramatic makeover of “Believe,” Dapperton showcases his incredible versatility and growing artistry. The cover will undoubtedly be a highlight when his tour kicks off in Vancouver on July 17 before traversing North America. See all tour dates below.
Gus Dapperton Tour Dates
7/17 — Vancouver, BC — Commodore Ballroom
7/18 — Vancouver, BC — Commodore Ballroom
7/21 — Portland, OR — McMenamins Edgefield
9/29 — Marquee Theatre — Phoenix, AZ
9/30 — Las Vegas, NV — The Theater at Virgin Hotels
10/7 — Kansas City, MO — The Midland Theatre
10/8 — Omaha, NE — Steelhouse
10/9 — Morrison, CO — Red Rocks Amphitheatre
10/10 — Salt Lake City, UT — Granary Live
10/12 — Berkeley, CA — The Greek Theatre
10/13 — Los Angeles, CA — Greek Theatre
10/14 — San Diego, CA — The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park
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