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05-14-2011, 08:53 AM | #5621 (permalink) | |
No Ice In My Bourbon
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I think there are a lot of people on MB with that elitist frame of mind. If it's popular, it's overrated/or it sucks. |
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05-14-2011, 08:59 AM | #5622 (permalink) | |
Buzz Killjoy
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did you pick up the "100 greatest artists of all-time" special edition of Rolling Stone? I do not usually buy those, cause it is the same recycled list... however, this one is... well, the same recycled list... however, it is written by aother artist. One artist talks about another artist and why they like them. In this one, it is Iggy Pop on Nirvana... I will post it to let you read:
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05-14-2011, 09:12 AM | #5623 (permalink) | |
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First off, I don't think you can rate any band as being one of the best. It's impossible because rock is such a broad genre, and what may appeal to you may not appeal to someone else. Secondly, most people here aren't all that concerned with a band being "overrated" because they are intelligent enough to realize a good musician/band can stand on its own without the factor of popularity/exposure. It's also not very wise to immediately assume that just because someone doesn't like a band it means they are trying to be cool (which hardly makes any sense to me at all). I do agree with you, however, on using the term over-hyped as opposed to overrated. Do you have any proof of this? I'm sure there are a few people with that mindset, but I wouldn't say a lot. |
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05-14-2011, 09:18 AM | #5625 (permalink) |
No Ice In My Bourbon
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Hmm..Thanks for posting that, didn't realize Iggy liked Nirvana. I knew Kurt's favorite album was Raw Power though.
That's another opinion of mine, not sure if it's unpopular or not, but I think The Stooges are underrated and overlooked by the mainstream. When they talk of classic bands, they always bring up the Stones, Beatles, Who, Zeppelin, sometimes Sabbath, but rarely The Stooges. Funhouse and Raw Power are two very kickass records, especially Raw Power, which is one of my favorite albums of all time. I prefer the 97 Iggy mix over the Bowie mix though. As for Black Sabbath, they are one of the most influential bands, but you don't often hear them being talked about either, especially on Music Banter. The original lineup released six amazing albums and two decent ones. Is there even a thread for Black Sabbath, there must be right? |
05-14-2011, 09:22 AM | #5626 (permalink) | |
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05-14-2011, 09:34 AM | #5627 (permalink) |
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I love "Raw Power". but I think "Fun House" was their best. Seems to be the one many people skip over. Most people I know talk of the self-titled album and "Raw Power", but I rarely hear people mention "Fun House". Great album that doesn't get enough attention.
But "Raw Power" has "Gimme Danger" which is my favorite Stooges song.
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05-14-2011, 09:40 AM | #5629 (permalink) |
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Most people here do actually base their opinions on bands objectively... Urban was just talking about liking Kiss despite knowing they are generally horrible. I can't stand them. I do, however, like Pearl Jam despite others obviously not liking them. We are just all very vocal about our opinions is all. Creed can definitely suck it, though... the whole band, in fact. I had to suffer through Alterbridge once and I just wanted to punch the guitarist in the face.
An unpopular opinion from me: I can't really listen to Muse that often because it really bugs me how much Matt Bellamy breathes in while he sings. Seriously, it's after every stinking word. Take bigger breaths. Damn.
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