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Originally Posted by Skaligojurah
Regardless, there was still somewhat of an alternative. Led Zeppelin definitely had moments that proved they were sophisticated song writers. I think "In my time of dying" showcases quite a lot of instrumental prowess, and legit adherence to gradual progression through the course of a song.
What's the likelyness you'll ever hear anything this patient coming from a mainstream band(or 'act' since bands are going the way of the dodo entirely) in this day and age?
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Sigur Ros is a platinum-selling band who write nothing but "patient" music. That's just the first example that came to mind, I'm sure there are others.
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Originally Posted by Skaligojurah
I mean, even the clip you showed showcased a little more songwriting effort than "turn on the drum machine... repeat a vaguely sexual sentence 50 times". I mean, honestly, put the total melodic content of a common pop song in a line, excluding vocals, and you'd be shocked to find more than ten seconds of prewritten melody/drums.
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Well this was the number one single in 2010:
Insipid, yes, but I don't think it's any more so than "You Light Up My Life". In fact, I'd even go as far as saying I prefer it. At least it's sort of fun, as opposed to shoot-yourself-in-the-head boring.