Back in the 80's it was average live. The last 15 years have been horrible. On the other hand, Sammy is like 72 years old or some crap and can still hit most of the notes.
Bands and their evolution
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Back in the 80's it was average live. The last 15 years have been horrible. On the other hand, Sammy is like 72 years old or some crap and can still hit most of the notes.
Sammy is a better singer on his worst day than Vince on his best. Or DLR for that matter.
Holy crap... Sammy is 77. The coolest 77 year old, I know.
EDIT: Sammy will be 78 next week!
I actually feel bad for Gary. He was a great singer. He just got jammed into a bad situation. He also sounded so much like Sammy on that album.
Others I’d say evolved a good bit:
Lou Reed
Neil Young
Lou Reed
Neil Young
I completely agree. He is a good singer, but kind of put in a bad deal. I am not a huge Cherone fan, but he is a better singer than he got credit for on VHIII. The guitar work on VHIII is quite good, but I am a lifelong EVH fan.
EVH died on this day, 5 years ago. RIP EVH
To be honest, I actually do think he is a better singer than Sammy.
My tastes can run peculiar , so this probably says more about me than anyone else, but I find Sammy Hagar aesthetically abhorrent. I don’t care if it Montrose or Standing Hampton. Something about him irritates me more than it should for someone who is largely sonically nondescript.
It may even have subconsciously contributed my enduring love of Minutemen’s Double Nickels on the Dime. I didn’t know that was a troll of Hagar until many years after I wore out my stylus on it.
Edit: The troll is the title means exactly 55 mph. Mike Watt said that it was a reactionary take on I canst Drive 55.
Also, Corona off that album is widely known as the “Jackass” intro music.
Edit 2: D. Boon of Minutemen is on the opposite end of the singer spectrum from Gary Cherone (and Mike Watt was even worse). I definitely don’t recommend them if you like talented singers.
Edit 3: I forgot: Minutemen cover Ain’t Talkin’ About Love on Double Nickels and thank VH in the liner notes for making timeless music (I believe that was earnest).
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The evolution of Radiohead happened during my late high school and college years. From something of a grunge to indie rock band, to an over the top "this is the new sound of rock" band.
It's been an interesting ride, and although I'm not the biggest fan of their most recent stuff, I will at least give it a listen.
It's been an interesting ride, and although I'm not the biggest fan of their most recent stuff, I will at least give it a listen.
OK, last one and I’ll shut up: Dion DiMucci
Started doing doo wop, became a pop teen idol, reinvented himself as folk singer, and has been churning out blues rock for decades now.
Started doing doo wop, became a pop teen idol, reinvented himself as folk singer, and has been churning out blues rock for decades now.
The Eagles music has stood the test of time IMO and they have had band members come and go and even had a 14 year hiatus that they split up in the middle of all that. Still a hot ticket to get these days on tour.
The Steve Miller Band - never changed who they are and music still relates today. Haven't put out a studio album since 2011 and if you go to one of their shows Steve makes a point that they aren't going to try and promote some new album or song, they are just going to play their hits because that is what everyone wants to hear anyways.
Hootie and the Blowfish - don't really need to say much here, they are still popular. Probably still more known for their original stuff than their newer stuff. Check out their latest collab with Scotty McCreery "Bottle Rockets" that just hit #1 that has part of "Hold My Hand" in it
Couple modern day examples of bands that did not adapt:
Creed - they looked like they were going to be the next big thing in the late 90's early 2000's as they were putting out chart hits, #1 singles, winning awards, and popular on tour. Then Scott Stapp became a douche and the band split and even had a failed reunion attempt too. Mark Tremonti was a helluva guitar player too so was a shame they couldn't get past their differences and make it work.
The Band Perry - they had a pretty good run in country music then decided to change labels and become a pop band which was a failed endeavor. They went on hiatus in 2023 and Kimberly Perry released a solo album which she really was the face of the band anyways. I didn't realize that they kind of rebooted the band just this year with Kimberly's husband replacing 1 of her brothers.
The Steve Miller Band - never changed who they are and music still relates today. Haven't put out a studio album since 2011 and if you go to one of their shows Steve makes a point that they aren't going to try and promote some new album or song, they are just going to play their hits because that is what everyone wants to hear anyways.
Hootie and the Blowfish - don't really need to say much here, they are still popular. Probably still more known for their original stuff than their newer stuff. Check out their latest collab with Scotty McCreery "Bottle Rockets" that just hit #1 that has part of "Hold My Hand" in it
Couple modern day examples of bands that did not adapt:
Creed - they looked like they were going to be the next big thing in the late 90's early 2000's as they were putting out chart hits, #1 singles, winning awards, and popular on tour. Then Scott Stapp became a douche and the band split and even had a failed reunion attempt too. Mark Tremonti was a helluva guitar player too so was a shame they couldn't get past their differences and make it work.
The Band Perry - they had a pretty good run in country music then decided to change labels and become a pop band which was a failed endeavor. They went on hiatus in 2023 and Kimberly Perry released a solo album which she really was the face of the band anyways. I didn't realize that they kind of rebooted the band just this year with Kimberly's husband replacing 1 of her brothers.
U2 is a great band that fits as hard pressed to find any bands that have lasted as long as they have and they have certainly evolved over their career more than once or twice. From their debut and early albums which are praised by old school fans, to their masterpieces Joshua Tree and Achtung Baby which influenced so much. Zooropa and Pop albums took things even further, and then they changed again with their output since 2000. Certainly they have slowed in terms of relevancy, and # of hit songs, but they continue to sell out concert/tours. Some people like to hate on U2, but hard to find a better live band in terms of show and innovation in terms of concert experience.
Sturgill Simpson has released 5 Albums, 1 as Johnny Blue Skies, 2 compilation Albums, and had 2 with the Band Sunday Valley.
Each Album, besides the 2 SV and the 2 bluegrass compilation albums, has been different musically.
The first, High Top Mountain, is true blue old-school country.
The second, Metamodern Sounds in Country Music, is psychedelic country
The Third, A Sailor's Guide to Earth, is a groovy, country, soul album w/rock elements that is outside of any genre
The 4th, Sound and Fury, is a hard rock album
The fifth, The Ballad of Dood and Juanita, is a classic country concept album (think Red Headed Stranger)
His Johnny Blue Skies Album, Passage du Desir, is a mix of soul, rock, and country elements.
He is a musical chameleon.
Each Album, besides the 2 SV and the 2 bluegrass compilation albums, has been different musically.
The first, High Top Mountain, is true blue old-school country.
The second, Metamodern Sounds in Country Music, is psychedelic country
The Third, A Sailor's Guide to Earth, is a groovy, country, soul album w/rock elements that is outside of any genre
The 4th, Sound and Fury, is a hard rock album
The fifth, The Ballad of Dood and Juanita, is a classic country concept album (think Red Headed Stranger)
His Johnny Blue Skies Album, Passage du Desir, is a mix of soul, rock, and country elements.
He is a musical chameleon.
I recently gave hair metal a real chance for the first time just trying to see if there was anything I totally missed in rock music and early Motley Crue was a pleasant surprise. It's fun stuff.
I'm still not a fan of Van Halen, appreciate how good they are as musicians just none of their versions are my thing. Great example of band evolving though.
Los Lobos has stayed intact for 50 odd years and have stayed true to their music.
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Fleetwood Mac orginal incarnation as a straight blues band
Fleetwood Mac after several line up changes
I like both versions.
Fleetwood Mac after several line up changes
I like both versions.
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