El135o (6 days ago) Show Hide
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I _did_ listen carefully--that's how I picked up on it in the first place. And no, the guitar and bass are forced to slow right down as soon as the drums kick in. I've heard the same thing on Hendrix live stuff.
Anyway, whatever grooves ya. But around here, "the contrast between the fast guitar and the mid tempo drums" would demand more rehearsal before going to tape. Often it means the difference between selling 1,000 copies and 100,000 copies.
josta59 (4 days ago) Show Hide
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A lot of fans appreciate the rawness. I know what you're saying; my band sounds a lot like these girls. But I love those little details, where you can tell they said, "screw it, this is rock 'n' roll." So I see what you're saying, but it depends on how "corporate" you are. I hope I can experience a tenth of these girls' success!
El135o (3 days ago) Show Hide
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Nah, I don't think rock'n'roll allows you to be unrehearsed and unable to stick to a tempo.
I guess audiences are more discerning where I am, 'cause a band that can't keep a beat from the get-go isn't gonna be able to compete here.
And if I start a song at 130 BPM and the drummer immediately slows to 120, I'd have a talk with that drummer or look for another.
Professionalism and ability have NOTHING to do with being "corporate," sheeeeeesh. Saying "screw it" is the lazy way out.
josta59 (3 days ago) Show Hide
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I can't say I agree, and the very fact that you used the word "compete" tells me that we're on very different sides of the rock 'n' roll equation. Sonic Youth knew nothing when they started. It's these self-taught bands that keep rock pure. The ones who are competing and trying to get ahead are doing nothing for anyone. Professionalism? In rock 'n' roll? Yeah, screw it.
You guys are killing me. No seriously, stop. Go outside.
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