The story behind the recording is as emotional as the song itself. Dolores O’Riordan was actually scheduled to record her own guest vocals for this version on the very day she tragically passed away in London.
The Echo of an Anthem: Bad Wolves’ "Zombie" Tribute Released in early 2018, Bad Wolves’ cover of The Cranberries’ 1994 classic, "Zombie," turned into a global phenomenon that far exceeded the typical reach of a hard rock cover. While the original was a protest song written by Dolores O’Riordan after the tragic IRA bombing in Warrington, Bad Wolves updated the message for a modern audience, resulting in the first hard rock song in a decade to hit #1 on the iTunes overall chart. A Bittersweet Homage Bad Wolves - Zombie (Official Video)
Watch the powerful tribute that bridged generations of rock fans: Bad Wolves - Zombie (Official Video) (Remastered in 4K) Better Noise Music YouTube• Mar 3, 2023 A Chart-Topping Phenomenon The story behind the recording is as emotional