Christopher Walken notably doesn't fear the reaper, but knows the devastating effects of two words: more cowbell. So hopefully he wasn't present at this weekend's Cancer for College benefit concert, where Will Ferrell brought his revered cowbell talents to the stage during son Magnus Ferrell's first live set.
Magnus made his first public performance with his band at the event for the charity founded by his father's former roommate, Craig Pollard. The organization provides educational aid and scholarships to cancer survivors.
In casual, standard-first-gig fashion, the younger Ferrell opened for the Psychedelic Furs by performing three original songs and a cover of Adele's favourite, "Creep" by Radiohead. It's a really deep cut though, you've probably never heard of it.
One of said originals was a dance-pop bop titled "Back in Place." It ended on a funky, drawn-out vamp, providing the serendipitous opportunity for a classic father-son moment to be cherished for years to come. The chief Ryan Reynolds impersonator came out in a black "Hot Buttered Soul" hoodie — repping the late great Isaac Hayes — and added some organic percussion to the set.
But now the question is: was it enough? Does it still need... more cowbell? Please advise by watching Ferrell pick up the ol' bell again here.
Magnus made his first public performance with his band at the event for the charity founded by his father's former roommate, Craig Pollard. The organization provides educational aid and scholarships to cancer survivors.
In casual, standard-first-gig fashion, the younger Ferrell opened for the Psychedelic Furs by performing three original songs and a cover of Adele's favourite, "Creep" by Radiohead. It's a really deep cut though, you've probably never heard of it.
One of said originals was a dance-pop bop titled "Back in Place." It ended on a funky, drawn-out vamp, providing the serendipitous opportunity for a classic father-son moment to be cherished for years to come. The chief Ryan Reynolds impersonator came out in a black "Hot Buttered Soul" hoodie — repping the late great Isaac Hayes — and added some organic percussion to the set.
But now the question is: was it enough? Does it still need... more cowbell? Please advise by watching Ferrell pick up the ol' bell again here.
