FuNkShUi Posted September 14, 2017 Share Posted September 14, 2017 [quote name='LewisK1975' timestamp='1505383221' post='3371453'] With you on this one Kert, aside of the first 2 albums, which I do like, it's been essentially rock music for folks who don't like rock music. [/quote] Beige Rock Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpondonBassed Posted September 14, 2017 Share Posted September 14, 2017 [quote name='BigRedX' timestamp='1505381972' post='3371436'] IMO there's a pretty good chance that with someone less controversial and a more conventional approach to singing and melody as a front man, The Smiths would never have anything more than another Manchester band with a couple of cult singles released on their own label. [/quote] You're probably right but at least you could say you got a singer who used ALL of the notes, not just his favourite one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spongebob Posted September 14, 2017 Share Posted September 14, 2017 Poor old Taylor Hawkins appears to be the most hated man on Basschat! Hope he's not a lurker on here...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ezbass Posted September 14, 2017 Share Posted September 14, 2017 (edited) [quote name='T-Bay' timestamp='1505325565' post='3371099'] The smiths - take away Morissey and they are great, with him they range from passable to terrible. [/quote] I can take Mozza for one song, maybe two, but after that I'm done, which is a shame because the rest of them make a very passable noise indeed. [quote name='fretmeister' timestamp='1505382783' post='3371446'] Lifeson makes my teeth itch when he solos. In fact I'm not sure he does solo. I think he throws the guitar down the stairs and just records that. [/quote] I only ever liked Spirit of Radio, but then after a period of extended exposure on Planet Rock I've become a real fan of Rush's 80s and early 90s work and I think Alex does an amazing job, especially his rhythm playing. However, this made me laugh out loud. They are very much a marmite band IMO.[quote name='fretmeister' timestamp='1505382249' post='3371439'] Beatles - but can't stand either singer. I love the songs. They are well crafted and well performed but I've never liked L&M's voices. I've got tons of cover versions of their songs in various styles. They could have been massive with a better singer... [/quote]The only one of that band I have any time for is George. Edited September 14, 2017 by ezbass Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnny Wishbone Posted September 14, 2017 Share Posted September 14, 2017 [quote name='LewisK1975' timestamp='1505383221' post='3371453'] With you on this one Kert, aside of the first 2 albums, which I do like, it's been essentially rock music for folks who don't like rock music. [/quote] Yes! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FuNkShUi Posted September 14, 2017 Share Posted September 14, 2017 [quote name='spongebob' timestamp='1505383822' post='3371468'] Poor old Taylor Hawkins appears to be the most hated man on Basschat! Hope he's not a lurker on here...... [/quote] I don't have any problems with him. Seemed like a good bloke on any interview i've seen of him. All the members seem alright to me. I just can't get into their music Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cosmo Valdemar Posted September 14, 2017 Share Posted September 14, 2017 I've never really got on with Cream but I love Jack Bruce. Luckily he made some wonderful solo albums! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cosmo Valdemar Posted September 14, 2017 Share Posted September 14, 2017 [quote name='dudewheresmybass' timestamp='1505372287' post='3371333'] I'm totally with you on the who thing. A few great songs, and four awesome soloists. It works, but I just don't get all the hype tbh [/quote] I do worry about you sometimes... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nicko Posted September 14, 2017 Share Posted September 14, 2017 (edited) Thin Lizzy. Great basist, passable singer, mostly sh1t songs. Aerosmith. Steve Tylers voice is fantastic, dont get the spandex. Dire Straits. No, just kiddin, there's nothing I like about them. Edited September 14, 2017 by Nicko Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bassbiscuits Posted September 14, 2017 Share Posted September 14, 2017 Surely the next natural step to this discussion is "Bands you do like, which have a member you don't like." Trickier, but i'm sure they exist. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LewisK1975 Posted September 14, 2017 Share Posted September 14, 2017 Re: The Who One of the Planet Rock presenters quoted Pete Townshend yesterday as saying most of the songs were essentially them Jamming along to a Keith Moon drum solo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EliasMooseblaster Posted September 14, 2017 Share Posted September 14, 2017 [quote name='ZilchWoolham' timestamp='1505325220' post='3371094'] Personally, I think Brian May is a terrific guitar player, but Queen never manages to move me. His tone is great, and his solos are exciting and ear-catching, but the songs they're trapped in always leave me cold. It's almost a bit frustrating! [/quote] I have heard that back in the early days, when Queen were still playing the same circuit as Sparks, the Mael brothers did approach the then still Mr May and asked if he fancied joining their band - "Queen aren't really going anywhere," they supposedly told him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZilchWoolham Posted September 14, 2017 Author Share Posted September 14, 2017 [quote name='ezbass' timestamp='1505383928' post='3371469'] The only one of that band I have any time for is George. [/quote] I'm with you on this one. Seemingly also the nicest chap out of the lot, and seemingly mistreated for it. I was in my local record shop the other day and they had the White Album on. It became very apparent that While My Guitar Gently Weeps is a cut above the rest. In fact, it's really the only song from that album I can remember off the top of my head. Well, apart from Ob-la-di, Ob-la-da, which I remember much in the same way you'd remember a car crash. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tauzero Posted September 14, 2017 Share Posted September 14, 2017 Style Council. I have great admiration for Paul Weller otherwise. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
casapete Posted September 15, 2017 Share Posted September 15, 2017 Never really liked Dire Straits, yet admire Mark Knopfler a lot. Great player, writer and a top bloke. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lojo Posted September 15, 2017 Share Posted September 15, 2017 (edited) [quote name='bassbiscuits' timestamp='1505393874' post='3371588'] Surely the next natural step to this discussion is "Bands you do like, which have a member you don't like." Trickier, but i'm sure they exist. [/quote] That's easy as I can't deny I enjoyed a Gilter band live show in the late 80s , how was I to know Edited September 15, 2017 by lojo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ezbass Posted September 15, 2017 Share Posted September 15, 2017 [quote name='lojo' timestamp='1505490080' post='3372356'] That's easy as I can't deny I enjoyed a Gilter band live show in the late 80s , how was I to know [/quote]My girl friend at the time was a Glitter Band fan and I thought they were quite good. I also had the first GG album which was really good; this messes with my head. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest bassman7755 Posted September 15, 2017 Share Posted September 15, 2017 [quote name='LewisK1975' timestamp='1505383221' post='3371453'] With you on this one Kert, aside of the first 2 albums, which I do like, it's been essentially rock music for folks who don't like rock music. [/quote] I put them in the same category as nickleback - heavy rock without guitar solos i.e. pointless. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest bassman7755 Posted September 15, 2017 Share Posted September 15, 2017 Mark King / level 42, articulate humble person, uniquely brilliant bassist, rest of band very decent players, songs catchy and well crafted, musical genre: dreadfully inoffensive "pop". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest bassman7755 Posted September 15, 2017 Share Posted September 15, 2017 Surprised noone has mentioned this one: Nick Beggs / Kajagoogoo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Painy Posted September 16, 2017 Share Posted September 16, 2017 I like any one of Cliff Burton, Jason Newsted or Robert Trujillo individually far more than I like Metallica as a whole. On the other hand I massively prefer Metallica as a whole to Lars Ulrich as an individual. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ezbass Posted September 16, 2017 Share Posted September 16, 2017 [quote name='Painy' timestamp='1505569789' post='3372920'] I like any one of Cliff Burton, Jason Newsted or Robert Trujillo individually far more than I like Metallica as a whole. On the other hand I massively prefer Metallica as a whole to Lars Ulrich as an individual. [/quote]Preach! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darkandrew Posted September 16, 2017 Share Posted September 16, 2017 [quote name='T-Bay' timestamp='1505325565' post='3371099'] The smiths - take away Morissey and they are great, with him they range from passable to terrible. [/quote] I'd agree with that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darkandrew Posted September 16, 2017 Share Posted September 16, 2017 [quote name='bassbiscuits' timestamp='1505393874' post='3371588'] Surely the next natural step to this discussion is "Bands you do like, which have a member you don't like." Trickier, but i'm sure they exist. [/quote] I've often wondered what Magazine would have sounded like with a different singer? John McGeoch, Barry Adamson and Dave Formula were amount the best musicians of their day (John McGeoch being my all-time favourite guitarist) but I never really "got" Howard Devoto. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barking Spiders Posted September 18, 2017 Share Posted September 18, 2017 Dire Straits - MK is a fave guitar stylist and influenced me to change from using pick to fingers. However, the music is mostly beige coffee table pish for people who probably also were uber fans of Michael Bolton and Jennifer Rush back in the 80s Dream Theater - arguably the most technically advanced collection of rock musicians out there - terrif bass player, top class drummist in Portnoy and Petrucci is a better shredder than Vai and Satriani IMO. Unfortunately their output is preposterous prog metal twaddle. Foo Fighters - DG is an excellent frontman, great drummer, decent guitarist and seemingly all round good bloke. Unfortunately the FF are to rock what Level 42 were to funk and the Mumfords are to bluegrass. And another thumbs down for Florence. ATM could be half decent without her one trick pony style of belting out the same way whether a ballad or a rocker Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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