The Pixies vs Nirvana

BastardofYoung · 05-03-2011, 03:36 PM

I like them about even. They both have their great moments. Of course, it is easy to see that Nirvana was greatly influenced by Pixies. Hell, "Surfer Rosa" was I believe #2 on Kurt's top 50 albums of all-time list he made ("Pod" by The Breeders also made the list).

Nirvana seems to get more flack from people for the overtly simplistic nature of their riffs and writing. While one can not argue the riffs Kurt wrote were simple they can not say he was not a good player either (and mean it). Kurt had great dynamics, he knew how to build a riff around the song and suit it well. Never came across as showing off or wanking, just simple pop like melody that worked in his favor. He had that going for him. The same can be said about Pixes as well though.

Overall though, i think neither one is better or worse, mere apples and oranges. I appreciate them both in their own way.

View Poll Results: Which band is better?
Pixies are way better	67	23.93%
I prefer The pixies	62	22.14%
I like them about the Same	40	14.29%
I prefer Nirvana	56	20.00%
Nirvana is way better	55	19.64%
Voters: 280. You may not vote on this poll

05-03-2011, 03:36 PM	#11 (permalink)
BastardofYoung Buzz Killjoy Join Date: May 2011 Location: Canada Posts: 2,692	I like them about even. They both have their great moments. Of course, it is easy to see that Nirvana was greatly influenced by Pixies. Hell, "Surfer Rosa" was I believe #2 on Kurt's top 50 albums of all-time list he made ("Pod" by The Breeders also made the list). Nirvana seems to get more flack from people for the overtly simplistic nature of their riffs and writing. While one can not argue the riffs Kurt wrote were simple they can not say he was not a good player either (and mean it). Kurt had great dynamics, he knew how to build a riff around the song and suit it well. Never came across as showing off or wanking, just simple pop like melody that worked in his favor. He had that going for him. The same can be said about Pixes as well though. Overall though, i think neither one is better or worse, mere apples and oranges. I appreciate them both in their own way. __________________ last.fm ‎"I hope that someday we will be able to put away our fears and prejudices and just laugh at people." - Jack Handey.