ALL COOL ... I get you. I've seen them, too. He's very good and a legit cool dude. If he ever comes around, I'll post here to advise.Sorry…perhaps poor wording in my part. I’ve only seen his YouTube videos.
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ALL COOL ... I get you. I've seen them, too. He's very good and a legit cool dude. If he ever comes around, I'll post here to advise.Sorry…perhaps poor wording in my part. I’ve only seen his YouTube videos.
Been listening to Jethro Tull this week. Who would have ever thought to have a classic rock band frontman play the flute? Ian Anderson did it. And he was entirely self-taught on that instrument. Between that and the crazy medieval costumes, often wearing a codpiece, they were quite a spectacle. They were the first band I ever saw live. That was back in 1976.
The fact that they are not in the Rock HOF leaves me scratching my head.
Absolutely, it's so compelling, and I love the story behind it.That has always been my favorite Bowie song. I love watching youtubes of it in live shows.
Okay ... here is something new I stumbled on last night: Tom A. Smith, a 22 year-old Brit with a good band and a refreshing, yet somewhat familiar, sound. I hear bits of David Bowie, David Byrne, Mick Jagger, Robert Palmer, Iggy Pop, Kinks, LCD Soundsystem, INXS, etc. in his music, but he has his own unique style. I am over 50 years older than he is, but if they tour USA and come around, I will DEFINITELY go see them ... no question !!
If I ever see Smith and band touring the States, I will post here. Maybe he'll come close enough to catch a show. I saw where he was well-received at SXSW in Austin ... no surprise.I recently discovered this artist, too. I’m a big fan.
If I ever see Smith and band touring the States, I will post here. Maybe he'll come close enough to catch a show. I saw where he was well-received at SXSW in Austin ... no surprise.
In case you are not familiar, High Fade is another interesting, refreshing and talented band ... they are from Scotland. They are starting a U.S. tour next week ... if you like their sound and vibe. They are a band that is best heard live !!
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95% of their music is instrumental. They are new and got their start busking in Scotland. High-energy, almost progressive, funk-disco jamming is their vibe. They remind me of HIGH-SOEED Vulfpeck, featuring Cory Wong and Joe Dart.They sound like Aerosmith to my ears.
Just released a few hours ago, a new video that is making the Talking Heads smile ...I recently discovered this artist, too. I’m a big fan.
Very nice, WildCatFan !! Fabulously talented and highly engaging band that I've seen and always enjoyed. Here are a couple of videos that I've always really enjoyed, especially my favorite ... "Life's a Long Song" ... performed as a chamber tune in Ian's home, with his son on the drums. I particularly enjoy the flute solo and the expression of joy on the celloist's face ... she really felt it !! Also, please note that the FABULOUS version of "Jeffrey's Song" in the Rolling Stones Rock and Roll Circus (1968) includes Tony Iommi on guitar. He was asked to join the band and he gave it a go for about a month.
It wasn't for him, but the experience made him a more focused musician and Black Sabbath became a much better band, as a result.
Thanks for the interest and your reply got me to thinking and to research. I believe it was recorded live before a small, invited audience ...I may be mistaken but I thought the R&R Circus version was pre-recorded and didn't actually feature Iommi playing guitar on the recording.
Either way it (and the performance from the Who) is probably the standout from that show.
Thoughts?
Thoughts?
Today’s binge is the supergroup, Black Country Communion.
Glenn Hughes - bass and vocals. Played in about a dozen different bands through the years, including a stint in Deep Purple, and for a brief time in Black Sabbath. I’m amazed at how well his voice has held up even as he’s now in his 70.
Joe Bonamassa - lead guitar. Arguably the most talented guitarist alive today.
Jason Bonham - drums. Son of the late great Led Zeppelin drummer John Bonham.
Derek Sherinian - keyboards. Started with the band, Dream Theater. Has recorded with dozens of top level artists through the years.