Stranded and can only access one musical performer's catalog. I'd have to go with the Stones. Lot of variety throughout their long career, blues-based, dozens of classic songs and many damn fine ones. For me, not really another choice that would be close.
Desert island, only one musical group - who ya got?
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80's era Bangles.
I'll go with the Allman Brothers with Duane, provided Warren Haynes comes on as a special guest. Otherwise, Gov't Mule.
Megadeth.
I’m a metal head and they’re my favorite band. 16 album catalog. First 6 are classics, only two real duds in the catalog.
Note: Mustaine’s vocals are an acquired taste and is not for everyone (most people), but their musicianship is top notch for the genre.
I’m a metal head and they’re my favorite band. 16 album catalog. First 6 are classics, only two real duds in the catalog.
Note: Mustaine’s vocals are an acquired taste and is not for everyone (most people), but their musicianship is top notch for the genre.
I don't think they're actually on the island with you.80's era Bangles.
Doobies, for me.
Interesting choice. I did say stranded with their MUSIC, not their members, which would be a whole 'nother thread. I admit I don't know their catalog beyond a few hits they had.80's era Bangles.
For many moons this ^^^^^ would have been my choice. Or more specifically I would have said Robert Plant so I get LZ & Plant’s solo stuff for a bit of variety.
But today I would have to say Dan Auerbach. Assuming I get all of the following: The Black Keys entire catalog, Auerbach’s 2 solo albums, The Arcs 2 albums, the BlakRoc album, the Barnburners EP, and all of the other songs on which he has played guitar/sung backup during collaborations.
I'd say Walk like an Egyptian and Eternal Flame were bigger hits.
I would have to go with Sublime, they’ve been my favorite band since I was 13 or so. 40 oz to Freedom, their Self-Titled album, and Robbin’ the Hood are all filled with bangers.
I know this is a bit of a different take, I am a Zepp head, love ACDC, Boston, The Who, etc.
But if I am going to be stranded I would need something more geared to meditation and stress relief.
The complete works of Mozart would offer that level of variety.
But if I am going to be stranded I would need something more geared to meditation and stress relief.
The complete works of Mozart would offer that level of variety.
Miles Davis. Huge catalogue. Lots of variety.
Just saw The Brothers at Madison Square Garden last Tuesday. Unreal show.
You may wanna slide in Derek Trucks as special guest too.
I don’t think they’re invited to the desert island for their musical prowess. At least I hope not.
You’re probably right but by the time those were hits I was listening to primarily heavy metal
I don't think I like you. I man can dream can't he?
LInda Ronstadt in her prime.
I understand she is not a group.
But a barefoot Linda meets all of my desert island requirements.
Linda Ronstadt
I understand she is not a group.
But a barefoot Linda meets all of my desert island requirements.
Linda Ronstadt
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The Who.
If only one album: Quadrophenia.
My avatar gives it away.
If only one album: Quadrophenia.
My avatar gives it away.
Agreed. I thought at least a few would think the Beatles were the obvious choice. IMO, a lot of their music sounds very much stuck in its own time. Great and very creative for that time but I don't think it's aged as well as early Stones (or Kinks), for instance. I mean, Sgt Peppers is widely regarded as one of the greatest rock albums of all time and I find it barely listenable. Magical Mystery Tour is even worse with the experimentation and throwaway ditties that I don't care for (all my opinion, of course). I don't really like Zep but I'd pick their catalog over the Beatles, at least I'd end up being a better guitar player. I'd also pick The Who's. Allmans. Not many later rock bands mentioned thus far. Thought we might have a U2 or Petty. Pretty diverse list.
Sloppy seconds from Jerry Brown, former Gov of CA? I don't think so. A complete smoke show in her prime, I'll grant you. Big voice, too. IIRC, she didn't write (or play?) anything - is that correct? Classic trivia question is who was her backup band for a while - the Eagles, at least most of the original core, before they went their own way.
2002-2009 era The Mars Volta and Jon Theodore never leaves the drum kit.
What a run.
What a run.
It's not sloppy when you get past the used part.
It would likely be one of these three for me.
Stones
Allman Bros
Grateful Dead
Stones
Allman Bros
Grateful Dead
Because they are awful.