On the other hand, this is relatively new and a great remake of a classic song.
Took me a while to like that version but I listened to it dozens of times and it is a very well done remake.
On the other hand, this is relatively new and a great remake of a classic song.
Again, I agree there IS good music being made these days IF you go looking for it, not on current public radio. I was referring to the overall commercial music industry, musicians being produced on image rather than talent. I'm sure we can agree, the industry as a whole is not generating the same kind of talent it once was. And yes, my interests vary from Sonny James to Judas Priest, Patsy Kline to Bob Dylan. About the only thing I don't care for is rap and screaming death metal, anything else is fair game. I'm 44 years old, grew up listening to my parents music then found interests of my own. In my opinion there was fantastic music from the 40's, up to last 10 years or so. One of the biggest transitions in music I recall growing up was the transition in early 90's from hard rock/metal to the grunge Seattle type sound, that was a big change, good music though. I feel I am very open minded when it comes to music, but I just can't take auto tune and image replacing ability and soul. Music at one time was raw and full of emotion, a large percentage of studio music is rubber stamp, and difficult to perform live because it isn't real.To say today's music sucks, is your opinion, and your opinion only. I agree with you as much as I disagree. I will be 58 this year, so i have grown up with it all. My music playlist is all over the map. From classic rock to country to dance to hip hop to grunge to r&b to slow jams. Just depends on what kind of mood I'm in. When I think of music, I try to keep an open mind because your mind is like a parachute, if it ain't open it don't work. I agree, some of the music today is not for me, but there is also a lot of very talented musicians at the same time putting out some awesome music. .02
One of the greats I am referring to. I am fortunate to have seen Iron Maiden twice, excellent both times. Iron Maiden is another band still producing great music.The new Iron Maiden record is going to be released September 3rd. I already preordered my copy. It will be awesome.
One of the greatest songwriters that's ever lived, IMO and I was proud to call him a personal friend. You'll not find any better music, IMO than what he was associated with.
Yes it is someone else already did the hard part...cover bands are paint by number...oh my, not quite that simple!
Learning to ay someone else's song is fairly easy today,with the sheet music and tabs floating around the internet .it was more work in the old days learning by ear to the tape or record but even then, the hard part of composing,arrannging,arranging, writing lyrics was done...Yes it is someone else already did the hard part...
Again, I agree there IS good music being made these days IF you go looking for it, not on current public radio. I was referring to the overall commercial music industry, musicians being produced on image rather than talent. I'm sure we can agree, the industry as a whole is not generating the same kind of talent it once was. And yes, my interests vary from Sonny James to Judas Priest, Patsy Kline to Bob Dylan. About the only thing I don't care for is rap and screaming death metal, anything else is fair game. I'm 44 years old, grew up listening to my parents music then found interests of my own. In my opinion there was fantastic music from the 40's, up to last 10 years or so. One of the biggest transitions in music I recall growing up was the transition in early 90's from hard rock/metal to the grunge Seattle type sound, that was a big change, good music though. I feel I am very open minded when it comes to music, but I just can't take auto tune and image replacing ability and soul. Music at one time was raw and full of emotion, a large percentage of studio music is rubber stamp, and difficult to perform live because it isn't real.
Wouldn't it be nice to see another hard rocking woman like Pat Benatar, or the Heart sisters? How about a story teller like Dylan, Harry Chapin, or Gordon Lightfoot?
Many greats in music refused to cave to the desires and demands of producers because they knew they had something good. What would Queen have become if they had folded on Bohemiam Rhapsody?
This post was not meant as an argument, rather an observation of the music industry and how it has changed. The fact there have been so many responses to this thread proves music is something near and dear to the hearts of many of us. I can state with fact, when certain music comes on, my whole day brightens to another level!
Learning to ay someone else's song is fairly easy today,
Tell Jimmy Web and the orchestra on David Lettermans live rendition of Macarthurs Park their performance was easy.
No, nothing directed at you on the argument part, I meant my post title "today's music sucks" was not meant to start an argument, was perhaps a harsh title.... I wish not to argue with anyone as everyone's point is valid. I can see how a title like that might invoke a reaction from others, that was not the intent. The title was intended more as a statement of frustration at the current music scene.Great post, and I agree with most, except the argument part. I'm assuming that was directed at me, since you quoted me. My post wasn't to argue or start an argument. My post is only my opinion on the subject. Like I said keep an open mind because your mind is like a parachute if it ain't open it don't work. If people would look at it like that, they just might find some of today's music to actually be very good. Again . 02
Gonna disagree slightly. Doing a cover is less artistic for sure, but adding a new presentation can be art IMO.Cover tunes are paint by numbers, writing songs is art.
Here is a good one to get the mood right! IMO Mick Taylor brought the Stones to the next level!
Holy ****!I just learned of the passing of Charlie Watts after posting this video. This marks the end of an Era. Rest in Peace Charlie, you will be missed.View attachment 1715785879
How far down the metal path do you go? Slip Knot, As I lay Dying, Burn the Priest, Hatebreed, Lamb of God?Just seen All That Remains last night kicked ***! Still great music it's just underground not that force fed radio trash.