NIGHT STALKER Posted March 25, 2010 Author Share Posted March 25, 2010 When I was going to concerts many moons ago, my only beef with certain artists that would perform their hit(s), was that they would at times put their own spin on the way they song their hit...in other words, I wanted to hear the song exactly the way I heard it either on the radio or record (yes, record...I said many moons ago). Does it bother you all that much or are you satisfied with just listening and enjoying the atmosphere? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NIGHT STALKER Posted March 25, 2010 Share Posted March 25, 2010 When I was going to concerts many moons ago, my only beef with certain artists that would perform their hit(s), was that they would at times put their own spin on the way they song their hit...in other words, I wanted to hear the song exactly the way I heard it either on the radio or record (yes, record...I said many moons ago). Does it bother you all that much or are you satisfied with just listening and enjoying the atmosphere? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Green DNA Posted March 25, 2010 Share Posted March 25, 2010 When I was going to concerts many moons ago, my only beef with certain artists that would perform their hit(s), was that they would at times put their own spin on the way they song their hit...in other words, I wanted to hear the song exactly the way I heard it either on the radio or record (yes, record...I said many moons ago). Does it bother you all that much or are you satisfied with just listening and enjoying the atmosphere? I used to feel that way too and it used to bug me when I would buy a "live" album and my favorite songs sounded a little different. Now, I don't go to concerts that much so I'm not sure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Green DNA Posted March 25, 2010 Share Posted March 25, 2010 When I was going to concerts many moons ago, my only beef with certain artists that would perform their hit(s), was that they would at times put their own spin on the way they song their hit...in other words, I wanted to hear the song exactly the way I heard it either on the radio or record (yes, record...I said many moons ago). Does it bother you all that much or are you satisfied with just listening and enjoying the atmosphere? I used to feel that way too and it used to bug me when I would buy a "live" album and my favorite songs sounded a little different. Now, I don't go to concerts that much so I'm not sure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slowmoe57 Posted March 25, 2010 Share Posted March 25, 2010 A little extra jam never hurt a song so it really never bothered me. Atmosphere all the way besides the shows I see are bands from many moons ago so I just sit back relax and enjoy the show. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slowmoe57 Posted March 25, 2010 Share Posted March 25, 2010 A little extra jam never hurt a song so it really never bothered me. Atmosphere all the way besides the shows I see are bands from many moons ago so I just sit back relax and enjoy the show. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neckdemon Posted March 25, 2010 Share Posted March 25, 2010 nah i think it's cool. i guess since i play music myself that i enjoy that kind of stuff. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dolphann4life Posted March 25, 2010 Share Posted March 25, 2010 When I was going to concerts many moons ago, my only beef with certain artists that would perform their hit(s), was that they would at times put their own spin on the way they song their hit...in other words, I wanted to hear the song exactly the way I heard it either on the radio or record (yes, record...I said many moons ago). Does it bother you all that much or are you satisfied with just listening and enjoying the atmosphere? I get extremley pissed when this happens. Saw the Chilli Peppers and they pulled this stunt on a few songs were the guitarist went into a heroin induced guitar solo for like 15 minutes staight, trying to make weird orcha whale sounds with his guitar and ruined the song. Another thing that bugs the hell out of me is when i go to see an artist and they decide to play their new album in entirety and ignore their older hits. The only reason i was at said concert was to hear the hits, not an entire album of something i'm not very fond of. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neckdemon Posted March 25, 2010 Share Posted March 25, 2010 I get extremley pissed when this happens. Saw the Chilli Peppers and they pulled this stunt on a few songs were the guitarist went into a heroin induced guitar solo for like 15 minutes staight and ruined the song. Another thing that bugs the hell out of me is when i go to see an artist and they decide to play their new album in entirety and ignore their older hits. The only reason i was at said concert was to hear the hits, not an entire album of something i'm not very fond of. when a band comes out with a new album they go on tour to promote it. why would you expect not to hear almost the entire new album? yeah...they'll usually play a couple of the hits but unless it's reunion tour you can expect to hear almost all of the newest album and not much of the older stuff you love so much. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dolphann4life Posted March 25, 2010 Share Posted March 25, 2010 when a band comes out with a new album they go on tour to promote it. why would you expect not to hear almost the entire new album? yeah...they'll usually play a couple of the hits but unless it's reunion tour you can expect to hear almost all of the newest album and not much of the older stuff you love so much. Dude it's a terrible new trend with these bands playing new albums from start to finish. A few songs of the new album will do. Theres very few and i mean very few artist that i would want to sit and listen to their entire new album live...play the hits bro. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slats Posted March 25, 2010 Share Posted March 25, 2010 That's the kind of thing I hope for when I go to a show. When I saw David Bowie a couple years ago, I was kinda bent because he didn't do nearly enough of his old stuff. Opened up with Rebel Rebel, and never looked back again. Way too much from his latest album, which I didn't care about at all. But I liked when he took an alternate take on a couple tunes. I expected Death Cab For Cutie to be something of a little pop act, and they turned out to be this totally cool noisy guitar band that I didn't expect at all. That was awesome. Neil Young always seems to do something different with his songs, and that's what I'm hoping to see from him. I think it's boring to just hear the record live. I used to love The Cars, but they were one of the dullest shows I ever saw. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NIGHT STALKER Posted March 25, 2010 Author Share Posted March 25, 2010 nah i think it's cool. i guess since i play music myself that i enjoy that kind of stuff. See, the problem is with a fan/consumer like myself, the only reason I like the song and perhaps purchased it was the way the artist originally performed it...not a new version of that song because he/they felt like doing it differently. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drago Posted March 25, 2010 Share Posted March 25, 2010 depends on the band. I have never had a chance to see Bob Dylan in concert but i heard he does that all the time. I guess i kind of like the variety, as long as they don't butcher the song that is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JerryK Posted March 25, 2010 Share Posted March 25, 2010 Next month I'm taking my son to the Wiggles. They better not pull any of that S*it, or my lighter's staying in my pocket. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dolphann4life Posted March 25, 2010 Share Posted March 25, 2010 Next month I'm taking my son to the Wiggles. They better not pull any of that S*it, or my lighter's staying in my pocket. LOL you sir reek of awesomeness. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Green DNA Posted March 25, 2010 Share Posted March 25, 2010 depends on the band. I have never had a chance to see Bob Dylan in concert but i heard he does that all the time. That's only because he is too fried to remember the words Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drago Posted March 25, 2010 Share Posted March 25, 2010 That's only because he is too fried to remember the words that's probably true but i was talking more about the guitar side of the music, not really the words. LIke i said, i've never seen the man play, just what i have heard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bruce Banner Posted March 25, 2010 Share Posted March 25, 2010 Whats the point of going to a concert if you want to hear it like it sounds on the CD? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
villain_the_foe Posted March 25, 2010 Share Posted March 25, 2010 When I was going to concerts many moons ago, my only beef with certain artists that would perform their hit(s), was that they would at times put their own spin on the way they song their hit...in other words, I wanted to hear the song exactly the way I heard it either on the radio or record (yes, record...I said many moons ago). Does it bother you all that much or are you satisfied with just listening and enjoying the atmosphere? I feel you. I hate when artists do it and dont do it right. If they do however they can still make it hot. For example. Jay-z with this song "song cry". He incoroportes Mary J. in it as well as a few beats from other songs as well as a freestyle but at the end it was hot. Song cry concert 3c51o07eSbc Song cry regular song Q5CL8GyjnmQ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vanDoug Posted March 25, 2010 Share Posted March 25, 2010 I remember at first not liking any changes in the live performance as well. I knew every note and wanted it played that way. Guess I still want it to be close. Recreating the studio performance with all its tricks can be a tall order. Getting simpler however with today's technology. You can also think about it this way. The record is a snapshot of the song at that time. You can read a ton of interviews with guys that say 'they wished they'd done this or changed that a bit', but it's history so you can't do anything about the record. But the song can still evolve during the live performance and if that's where the artist wants to take his song, he will. We might not always like it. But after saying that, yeah, there's probably some stuff that shouldn't be messed with. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JiFtheOracle Posted March 25, 2010 Share Posted March 25, 2010 I like changes in performances...especially when they are subtle lyric changes that pertain to where or when you are watching that particular show. It always seems to get the crowd more into it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jbro22 Posted March 25, 2010 Share Posted March 25, 2010 Depends on the song I think. I like when bands cover another bands song and put their spin on it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slats Posted March 25, 2010 Share Posted March 25, 2010 I like when bands cover another bands song and put their spin on it. I love that! Back when Napster was free, I used to search "cover," and found a ton of great stuff I still have on discs. Ozzy doing Matchstick Men and Staying Alive, Barenaked Ladies doing Gin and Juice. Great stuff! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Panzer Division Marduk Posted March 25, 2010 Share Posted March 25, 2010 Another thing that bugs the hell out of me is when i go to see an artist and they decide to play their new album in entirety and ignore their older hits. The only reason i was at said concert was to hear the hits, not an entire album of something i'm not very fond of. The last time Iron Maiden played Ireland, it was the AMOLAD tour, and they played the album in its entirety. All 70+ minutes of it. I thought it was a great night, added to that was the fact that for once I was able to see Maiden and not have to listen to Run to the Hills. I've no problem listening to bands slighty alter things live. If I wanted to hear a song note for note, I'd just stay at home and put on the stereo. One thing I do hate though are medleys. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jetophile Posted March 26, 2010 Share Posted March 26, 2010 Opened up with Rebel Rebel, and never looked back again... Did you look back in anger? I expected Death Cab For Cutie to be something of a little pop act, and they turned out to be this totally cool noisy guitar band that I didn't expect at all. That was awesome. http://jetnation.com/forums/showpost.php?p=1254078&postcount=6836 They're a great band. I saw them @ Radio City as to the above post and had a groove. The singer used to be this really nerdy chubby guy, but he lost a lot of weight since they started out back in '97 and now he's a slim nerdy guy. Good for him. There really aren't any songs of theirs that I don't like. 'Stable Song' is one of my favorites. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slats Posted March 26, 2010 Share Posted March 26, 2010 They're a great band. I saw them @ Radio City as to the above post and had a groove. The singer used to be this really nerdy chubby guy, but he lost a lot of weight since they started out back in '97 and now he's a slim nerdy guy. Good for him. There really aren't any songs of theirs that I don't like. 'Stable Song' is one of my favorites. I think we were at the same show. I saw them last year (I think!) at Radio City. Loved them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jetophile Posted March 26, 2010 Share Posted March 26, 2010 I think we were at the same show. I saw them last year (I think!) at Radio City. Loved them.That's pretty funny. 10/06/08. A Monday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jbro22 Posted March 26, 2010 Share Posted March 26, 2010 I love that! Back when Napster was free, I used to search "cover," and found a ton of great stuff I still have on discs. Ozzy doing Matchstick Men and Staying Alive, Barenaked Ladies doing Gin and Juice. Great stuff! Haha, Napster those were the days. I wish I saved the ones I had. I think I had a version of Phish doing Gin and Juice. Or some Snoop song. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gg Posted March 26, 2010 Share Posted March 26, 2010 Next month I'm taking my son to the Wiggles. They better not pull any of that S*it, or my lighter's staying in my pocket. they have sucked since greg page left. there are some people you cant replace in a band.. jerry garcia... jim morrison... greg page. just sayin' Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JiFtheOracle Posted March 26, 2010 Share Posted March 26, 2010 That's the kind of thing I hope for when I go to a show. When I saw David Bowie a couple years ago, I was kinda bent because he didn't do nearly enough of his old stuff. Opened up with Rebel Rebel, and never looked back again. Way too much from his latest album, which I didn't care about at all. But I liked when he took an alternate take on a couple tunes. I expected Death Cab For Cutie to be something of a little pop act, and they turned out to be this totally cool noisy guitar band that I didn't expect at all. That was awesome. Neil Young always seems to do something different with his songs, and that's what I'm hoping to see from him. I think it's boring to just hear the record live. I used to love The Cars, but they were one of the dullest shows I ever saw. I've seen Neil Young a dozen or so times and he never does a song the same way. Bummed to hear that about Bowie...he's one of my all time favs and I'd love to see him live...but that would turn me off a bit. Still cool to see you saw a legend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boozer76 Posted March 26, 2010 Share Posted March 26, 2010 Did you look back in anger? http://jetnation.com/forums/showpost.php?p=1254078&postcount=6836 They're a great band. I saw them @ Radio City as to the above post and had a groove. The singer used to be this really nerdy chubby guy, but he lost a lot of weight since they started out back in '97 and now he's a slim nerdy guy. Good for him. There really aren't any songs of theirs that I don't like. 'Stable Song' is one of my favorites. The lead singer/founder of Death Cab was also one of the founders of Postal Service. Postal Service was awesome as hell and had a really cool vibe going on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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