Post Malone – Them Bones
Post Malone – Them Bones (2023)
Live on the Stern Show
Post Malone delivered a memorable performance of Alice in Chains’ iconic track “Them Bones” on “The Howard Stern Show.” He introduced his rendition with a bit of humor, expressing hope that he wouldn’t mess up the lyrics, and played the song’s distinct chromatic riff on an acoustic guitar. The performance featured a blend of vocal harmonies that amplified the song’s intensity, especially during the chorus.
During his visit to the show, Post Malone discussed various topics with Howard Stern, ranging from his weight loss secret (attributing it to the zero calories in hot sauce) to his first face tattoo, inspired by seeing Godsmack’s Sully Erna with one. He also touched on spending $2 million on a Magic: The Gathering card and shared his thoughts on Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s relationship, even challenging Kelce to a beer pong rematch. The conversation also delved into themes of social alienation and success, with both Stern and Malone reflecting on their experiences of feeling rejected before becoming popular.
Bleeding Cool highlighted the unique “grunge gospel” sound of Malone’s cover, which was supported by a full band and choir. This performance stood out for its emotional depth and was part of a broader discussion on the show about dealing with mortality and making the most out of life, themes that are central to the original “Them Bones” by Alice in Chains.
This appearance on “The Howard Stern Show” underscores Post Malone’s versatility as an artist, capable of crossing genre boundaries and paying homage to the music that has influenced him.
