Stub Mandrel Posted June 30, 2019 Posted June 30, 2019 I think I would have found plenty to enjoy - Stormzy sounds like he gave one of those gigs that you wish you were at whether or not you are deeply into the music. Dig deep into the list and there are some gems. Hawkwind headlined the Acoustic stage on saturday. Bootleg Beatles there today (not yesterday...) Steeleye Span, Fatboy Slim, Billy Bragg, Proclaimers, Chemical Brothers Even Bring Me the Horizon as a guilty pleasure (my daughter was into them as a yopung teenager...) But 100 stages? And other festivals across the UK. Fifteen years ago people said the internet was going to kill live music. 1 Quote
Cuzzie Posted June 30, 2019 Posted June 30, 2019 I get you on that, but physical or mental fatigue can’t be sniffed at, and should be supported or can lead to deeper problems. On the plus side, 2 other musicians that may have not got to play Glastonbury have done that - that surely is a plus 1 Quote
lou24d53 Posted June 30, 2019 Posted June 30, 2019 (edited) The bassist, I believe wanted a break from touring. The guitarist then said same from what can gather, but since he stopped, has written, released and is/has toured his solo project. At what point does "The Killers" as a band therefore become "Brandon Flowers" as a solo artist? Edit: Just reading up, bassist wasn't enjoying touring and reading between the lines, there does sound like there may be a level of mental fatigue, perhaps bordering on depression. The guitarist appears to have thrown the toys out, unhappy his songs constantly being overlooked, therefore embarked on his own solo project. Says he hasn't officially quit the band, but has no intention touring with them again - how does that work? Edited June 30, 2019 by lou24d53 Quote
Stub Mandrel Posted June 30, 2019 Posted June 30, 2019 5 minutes ago, lou24d53 said: The bassist, I believe wanted a break from touring. The guitarist then said same from what can gather, but since he stopped, has written, released and is/has toured his solo project. At what point does "The Killers" as a band therefore become "Brandon Flowers" as a solo artist? Why pick on the Killers? There are zillions of bands who have had more drastic lineup changes. No different to Black Sabbath with Ronnie James Dio and Carmine Appice, if you are still playing the same music. Would anyone other than the most committed Ozzy dieghard have said that wasn't Black Sabbath back in the mid 80s? I'd agree if the music had changed significantly, like later versions of Sabbath that were intended to be Iommi solo projects. The difference here is they have left the door open for people to return. 3 Quote
lou24d53 Posted June 30, 2019 Posted June 30, 2019 18 minutes ago, Stub Mandrel said: Why pick on the Killers? Purely because they were on when I was channel hopping last night. I get that with other bands, same for The Cure who I love and looking forward to seeing tonight, they've had umpteen line up changes. I guess I'm looking at it from point of view that other bands actually change and evolve official line ups as necessary, they don't effectively have a studio line up and a live touring line up, as it looks like The Killers are currently deploying. Don't get me wrong, it didn't keep me awake last night! 😂👍 Quote
pst62 Posted June 30, 2019 Posted June 30, 2019 29 minutes ago, Stub Mandrel said: Why pick on the Killers? There are zillions of bands who have had more drastic lineup changes. Exactly! People need look no further than the reincarnation of Ritchie Blackmore's Rainbow. Now that is a real travesty! Quote
PaulWarning Posted June 30, 2019 Posted June 30, 2019 just watching Liam Gallagher on the iplayer, I know he's marmite but I enjoyed it, dare I say Lennon esque vocals? and why shouldn't he do Oasis songs? I know he didn't write them but Sinatra didn't write My Way either Quote
MacDaddy Posted June 30, 2019 Posted June 30, 2019 14 hours ago, BrunoBass said: Despite my initial scepticism I’m thoroughly enjoying The Killers. They’re, er, killing it. I've got ham, but I'm not a hamster! 2 Quote
Newfoundfreedom Posted June 30, 2019 Posted June 30, 2019 If The Killers were actual killers, and Liam Gallagher was one of their victims. That would be awesome! I'd pay the ticket price just to see that. 1 Quote
Cuzzie Posted June 30, 2019 Posted June 30, 2019 (edited) Enjoyed Kylie. Band were tight, bass sounded huge!!!! For those that like a Sandberg TM4 HCA Orange and a TT4 masterpiece Roquefort on show Edited June 30, 2019 by Cuzzie 2 Quote
Daz39 Posted June 30, 2019 Posted June 30, 2019 I thought the Killers were good: the tour players are good and drummer was on it. Yeah Brandon gets a bit club singer live but he is a great showman and the crowd know every word and sway so it’s a win for them. Quote
operative451 Posted June 30, 2019 Posted June 30, 2019 Loved kylie, but in full disclosure, I love kylie.. Miley was epic too!! 1 Quote
taunton-hobbit Posted June 30, 2019 Posted June 30, 2019 It might be me, but the a lot of vocals started very faint - BBC sound? 😎 Quote
Cuzzie Posted June 30, 2019 Posted June 30, 2019 22 minutes ago, hiram.k.hackenbacker said: Her band are excellent. I personally didn’t think she was. The first couple of songs were very pitchy. Agree on the band - and whilst I am far from being any form of expert I agree on the vocals statement. She is a quiet singer and it’s always a bit wrong when speaking voice is louder than singing voice. To me at the end when she actually opened her pipes and went for it, then she sounded amazing. Wouldn’t be surprised if emotion played a part Quote
Cuzzie Posted June 30, 2019 Posted June 30, 2019 (edited) 21 minutes ago, operative451 said: Loved kylie, but in full disclosure, I love kylie.. Miley was epic too!! Miley is a force of nature - she gots a new fan here! Heavy Country - love it Edited June 30, 2019 by Cuzzie Quote
taunton-hobbit Posted June 30, 2019 Posted June 30, 2019 Well impressed with Miley - great stunt with Dad (Billy Ray) in tow - if anyone can work a crowd as well as Dolly P, it's Billy Ray.......... 😎. 1 Quote
Stub Mandrel Posted June 30, 2019 Posted June 30, 2019 (edited) Call me an old fart if you will, but the Chemical Brothers set is awesome... Then Liam Gallagher with some confused person in the audience holding up a sign "WE ♥️ YOU NOEL" Edited June 30, 2019 by Stub Mandrel 2 Quote
BrunoBass Posted June 30, 2019 Posted June 30, 2019 I enjoyed Fontaines DC. I like a bit of trashy, attitude garage rock. No new ground broken but a glorious noise nonetheless! Quote
Stub Mandrel Posted June 30, 2019 Posted June 30, 2019 Watching the Cure live now. Entire band having another bad hair day decade. 1 Quote
DoubleOhStephan Posted June 30, 2019 Posted June 30, 2019 2 hours ago, taunton-hobbit said: It might be me, but the a lot of vocals started very faint - BBC sound? 😎 Yeah I've noticed that too. Janet Jackson was almost inaudible, even when she switched to a standard mic. Tbh, I don't think any of the vocals I've heard (and I've only dipped in and out of the coverage) have been very impressive. The bands sound great, vocals have been meh Quote
taunton-hobbit Posted June 30, 2019 Posted June 30, 2019 ...... just caught (& turned off) The Cure - it's nothing that a course of antibiotics won't sort, given time......... 😎 Quote
dave_bass5 Posted June 30, 2019 Posted June 30, 2019 (edited) Never liked the Cure, cant stand that whiny voice, but surprisingly enjoying this set. Bass player needs a lighter bass though. Poor bloke looks like his back has gone lol. Edited June 30, 2019 by dave_bass5 1 Quote
Daz39 Posted June 30, 2019 Posted June 30, 2019 Just now, dave_bass5 said: Never liked the Cure, cant stand that whiny voice, but surprisingly enjoying this set. They do sound better live than a lot of their albums. 1 Quote
dave_bass5 Posted June 30, 2019 Posted June 30, 2019 Just now, Daz39 said: They do sound better live than a lot of their albums. Thats a blessing lol. A lot of my mates were in to them first time around, but i didnt get it. Now I’m ready to give them another listen. Quote
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