Who is your favorite singer/group?

#77
#77
the last one was twice as different as the first and the new one is twice as different as the last. They don't even sound like the same band anymore. The new one is pretty good but i was a fan of the last CD. They've still changed alot, alot harder now. There new CD has 4 or 5 good sounds but its alot like the last one. Listening to the new one got me to get out the olds one, so i've been listening to all 3 of their CD's alot right now.
 
#78
#78
(hatvol96 @ Apr 29 said:
Sarah McLachlan is extremely talented.












Yeah, I'm a huge sucker for a pretty lady with a pretty voice. Just about everyone of them!
 
#80
#80
BTO.....Eagles....Dire Straits......Beatles.....Janis Joplin....Charlie Daniels....Nantucket.....Rod Stuart....Doobie Brothers.....Three Dog Night.....Don Henley....Kentucky Headhunters....Skynard......Jimmy Buffet.....Weird Al Yankovic...Ventures....Molly Hatchet....Les Paul and Mary Ford....Chet Atkins....Floyd Cramer.....Charlie Rich....Village People....Beach Boys......Jan and Dean.....Average White Band......KC and the Sunshine Band.....CCR....Fogerty......Roy Orbison.....Fleetwood Mac....Steve Miller Band......Lettermen....Waylon and Willie....Bob Seger....Blondie....Carpenters....MC Hammer.....Pride of the Southland.....and my all time favorite ZZ TOP!
 
#81
#81
(hatvol96 @ Apr 29 said:
Sarah McLachlan is extremely talented.

At least we can agree on that! Listening to her early recordings really brings back a variety of emotion.

You said you were going to see James Blunt. How was the show? I really like his stuff, although some people think he's a little "mainstream." That's what kills me about a lot of new artists. A lot of people act like once a singer or group get airplay or start winning awards, they have "sold out." Crazy, isn't it? I remember when Dave was nothing more than a traveling college band -- the first show I saw, in a little warehouse in Nashville, was still the best I've been to. You used to be cool if you liked DMB, now you're a pop-fan or a yuppie. It's sillly, really. If a band makes good music, you should be happy if they get publicity, as far as I'm concerned.

As to the previous Coldplay discussion: I was very hesitant at first. A good friend (also a musician) tried to turn me on to them, and I balked. But, after a few passes through X&Y, I suddenly "got" them. Now, I am totally moved, everytime I hear any of their 3 major releases. I kind of see them as a new-generation U2 meeting some of the obscurity of Phish. When I play Swallowed in the Sea, it's kind of cool how it meshes almost perfectly with "Velvet Sea" by Phish. I actually like to break into the Phish verse right in the middle of the Coldplay song, then go back. Do something for me: listen to the song (if you have it available), read the lyrics, and then post back and tell me you think it sucks. I don't think you can do it, given your apparent appreciation for quality music (which is getting hard to come by in this era of MTV-driven, reality-show, pop-icon, hip-hop fantasy and vocal modulation).

Some lesser knowns I've picked up lately: Teddy Geiger (Stepladder -- the predecessor of the over-produced studio album), Daniel Powter, and one of my local favorites: Scott Miller (new album = Citation). I will also say that Jack Johnson is probably the "coolest" style I've come across in the past 10 years. If you dig acoustic chill and love thought-provoking lyrics, you can't go wrong there. Also, the highlight of last year's Bonnaroo, IMO.
 
#82
#82
(kiddiedoc @ Apr 30 said:
At least we can agree on that! Listening to her early recordings really brings back a variety of emotion.

You said you were going to see James Blunt. How was the show? I really like his stuff, although some people think he's a little "mainstream." That's what kills me about a lot of new artists. A lot of people act like once a singer or group get airplay or start winning awards, they have "sold out." Crazy, isn't it? I remember when Dave was nothing more than a traveling college band -- the first show I saw, in a little warehouse in Nashville, was still the best I've been to. You used to be cool if you liked DMB, now you're a pop-fan or a yuppie. It's sillly, really. If a band makes good music, you should be happy if they get publicity, as far as I'm concerned.

As to the previous Coldplay discussion: I was very hesitant at first. A good friend (also a musician) tried to turn me on to them, and I balked. But, after a few passes through X&Y, I suddenly "got" them. Now, I am totally moved, everytime I hear any of their 3 major releases. I kind of see them as a new-generation U2 meeting some of the obscurity of Phish. When I play Swallowed in the Sea, it's kind of cool how it meshes almost perfectly with "Velvet Sea" by Phish. I actually like to break into the Phish verse right in the middle of the Coldplay song, then go back. Do something for me: listen to the song (if you have it available), read the lyrics, and then post back and tell me you think it sucks. I don't think you can do it, given your apparent appreciation for quality music (which is getting hard to come by in this era of MTV-driven, reality-show, pop-icon, hip-hop fantasy and vocal modulation).

Some lesser knowns I've picked up lately: Teddy Geiger (Stepladder -- the predecessor of the over-produced studio album), Daniel Powter, and one of my local favorites: Scott Miller (new album = Citation). I will also say that Jack Johnson is probably the "coolest" style I've come across in the past 10 years. If you dig acoustic chill and love thought-provoking lyrics, you can't go wrong there. Also, the highlight of last year's Bonnaroo, IMO.
I get to see James Blunt and The Fray on May 10. I'll give a full review. I know Scott Miller from our mutual habit of spending way too many late nights in K-Town taverns. His stuff with the V-Roys and his solo work backed by the Commonwealth both put a smile on my face.
I'll admit to being a little hypercritical of Coldplay. I experienced the same phenomenon with Oasis. It irritates me when people want to thrust greatness on bands so quickly. I prefer to see a band mature into it, a la U2.
 
#83
#83
Bands I'll be interested to see where they are in 5-10 years-The Fray, Killers, Nickelback, White Stripes, The Strokes, and Fall Out Boy.
 
#84
#84
Right on, which is actually what happened to me with Coldplay. It took me a while before I was willing to accept the "phenomenon" that some people immediately predicted. But, those cats are amazing.

I saw Scott and the gang a few weeks ago at Blue Cats. Still not the same as the old V-roy days, but he did a little solo set that was very cool. Even finished with the old church hymn "Room on the Cross," my wife's favorite.
 
#85
#85
(hatvol96 @ Apr 30 said:
Nickelback

Gosh. Really, REALLY good at times, and really, REALLY bad at times. Probably the most "up and down" band I listen to, right now.
 
#86
#86
(hatvol96 @ Apr 30 said:
Bands I'll be interested to see where they are in 5-10 years-The Fray, Killers, Nickelback, White Stripes, The Strokes, and Fall Out Boy.
I would also add Train and 3 Doors Down to my list above. Greenday, too.
 
#87
#87
(kiddiedoc @ Apr 30 said:
Gosh. Really, REALLY good at times, and really, REALLY bad at times. Probably the most "up and down" band I listen to, right now.
I agree. It's all about lyrics with them, because their core sound seems essentially the same to me in every song.
 
#88
#88
I'll also be interested to see what Rascal Flatts evolves into. They have great vocal harmony. If they stick to strong ballads and stay away from sugary silliness, they could achieve greatness. Brooks and Dunn are an example of that. When they do stuff like "It's Getting Better All The Time," they're top notch. It's when they fall into that "Boot Scootin' Boogie" foolishness that they lose me.
 
#89
#89
(hatvol96 @ Apr 30 said:
I agree. It's all about lyrics with them, because their core sound seems essentially the same to me in every song.

I'm the same way with them... some songs of theirs just hit me the right way and I love it. Unfortunately with Photograph, the radio went a little overboard with it, around here anyway. I went from loving that song to cursing its existence within a month or two.
 
#90
#90
(tidwell @ Apr 30 said:
I'm the same way with them... some songs of theirs just hit me the right way and I love it. Unfortunately with Photograph, the radio went a little overboard with it, around here anyway. I went from loving that song to cursing its existence within a month or two.
I really like "Someday" and "Saving Me." I detest "Photograph."
 
#91
#91
Train has really fallen, in my book. Their first album, like so many other bands', was the best (see: Matchbox 20, Third Eye Blind. . . ). I just got their newest a couple of weeks ago, and it's just kind of like "blah, blah, blah, blah." Come on, though. Listen to "I Am," or even "Meet Virginia" -- that first release kicked major tail. 3 Doors Down: very up-and-down, too.

As to the punkish/Brit-rock style: just haven't really caught on. I love Oasis's earlier albums, but some of the other is just not vibing with me, yet. I guess I've mellowed with age? :eek:lol: Just kidding. I still break out some old Metallica, Rage, or even (anyone remember?) Helmet when I'm working out.
 
#92
#92
(hatvol96 @ Apr 30 said:
I really like "Someday" and "Saving Me." I detest "Photograph."

I went through the same thing with Someday that I did with Photograph. It got old quick. Saving Me is another good one by them.

I probably like their heavier stuff more actually, like Animals.
 
#93
#93
(kiddiedoc @ Apr 30 said:
Train has really fallen, in my book. Their first album, like so many other bands', was the best (see: Matchbox 20, Third Eye Blind. . . ). I just got their newest a couple of weeks ago, and it's just kind of like "blah, blah, blah, blah." Come on, though. Listen to "I Am," or even "Meet Virginia" -- that first release kicked major tail. 3 Doors Down: very up-and-down, too.

As to the punkish/Brit-rock style: just haven't really caught on. I love Oasis's earlier albums, but some of the other is just not vibing with me, yet. I guess I've mellowed with age? :eek:lol: Just kidding. I still break out some old Metallica, Rage, or even (anyone remember?) Helmet when I'm working out.
I saw The Cult and Metallica at Freedom Hall in Johnson City in the summer of '89. Tremendous show.
 
#98
#98
Panic is, make no mistake, INCREDIBLE. My wife would argue, but if you can get into the vibe of a complex show full of great vibes, happy crowds, and 10 minute jams. . . .wow. Best thing that's come along since the Dead.
 
#99
#99
(kiddiedoc @ Apr 30 said:
Panic is, make no mistake, INCREDIBLE. My wife would argue, but if you can get into the vibe of a complex show full of great vibes, happy crowds, and 10 minute jams. . . .wow. Best thing that's come along since the Dead.
have you been to one of their concerts? I am going this summer with friends
 
What do you guys think of David Gray? His first album is excellent. The second was OK. But, the newest, I like. You have to be in the right mood and setting, nice to relax to.

As to Shinedown, one of the better new heavy bands. I'm not quite as into that scene as I once was. . . .not that "original," but they still rock.
 

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