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Post by Ian on Aug 17, 2004 18:39:44 GMT
Sorry to interrupt guys,but I need to say this.At least they're still touring.(I know that's been said 1.2 million times)The band seem to have always been apted to get locked in a comfort zone,and this goes back right to the beginning of there history.They play what is most easy for them and what flows.I'm a semi-pro musician and I know what it can be like to get caught in the norm,and not change or learn new numbers.Plus there is always someone in the band who will not want to do something.That's just the way it is.I guess as fans we just accept it.Granted we're not happy with it though!I've been listening to Punk and the Godfather whilst jotting this down!Anyway carry on as you were!  |
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Post by Ian on Aug 17, 2004 19:49:20 GMT
Pete stated in 1971 he feared the band would eventually become a cabaret act.Sadly for us it is what it has become.  |
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Post by Ralf on Aug 17, 2004 20:16:30 GMT
A cabaret act? C'mon, you wait until you are 60 years old and then compare yourself to the man you were at 20 or 30 and you'll be a cabaret act, too, and we all will.
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Post by pkeets on Aug 17, 2004 23:08:26 GMT
>That's an idiotic statement on two levels:
>Firstly, we're talking about the band in 2000.
>Secondly, 'retired' is defined as meaning "Withdrawn from one's occupation, business, or office; having finished one's active working life". I'll let you figure out why you've used that word incorrectly.
Sorry. I haven't used it incorrectly. "Having finished one's active working life" is just where they are.
They retired from their active working life in 1982, and they are piddling with tours and charity shows that they really have no requirement to do. They are both wealthy, and have stated (for example, in regard to the QUAD tour) that they only toured until they made back their start up costs. If you notice, they like high-paid gigs (iBash, CBS show) as a way to finance start-up costs for short tours, and also enjoy Pacific gigs that include long tax-deductible lay-overs in Hawaii. They're retired.
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Post by Ineedanewname on Aug 18, 2004 1:57:08 GMT
>That's an idiotic statement on two levels: >Firstly, we're talking about the band in 2000. >Secondly, 'retired' is defined as meaning "Withdrawn from one's occupation, business, or office; having finished one's active working life". I'll let you figure out why you've used that word incorrectly. Sorry. I haven't used it incorrectly. "Having finished one's active working life" is just where they are. They retired from their active working life in 1982, and they are piddling with tours and charity shows that they really have no requirement to do. They are both wealthy, and have stated (for example, in regard to the QUAD tour) that they only toured until they made back their start up costs. If you notice, they like high-paid gigs (iBash, CBS show) as a way to finance start-up costs for short tours, and also enjoy Pacific gigs that include long tax-deductible lay-overs in Hawaii. They're retired. I don't even need to comment on that. You have just totally validated my opinion on the worth of your opinon for me. ;D |
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Post by rollingmule on Aug 18, 2004 2:11:40 GMT
well hell, i voted for some carlsberg beer anyhow but i see all ya,ll s points and they all is pretty damn good points but least we can argue but i,ll bet a beer i got that most all older rock bancds is still doin the mostly same sets. Allman Bros same since 71, Fogerty mostly the same,Lynyrd Skynrd same stuff. i seen em recentyl so i no. but they still tourin and doin new cds, The Who in my damn opioin need a new cd and that my friends is the bottom line and if somebody done said that scuse me cuz i skimmed thru them longass posts. new Hardrockin music. harry
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Post by pkeets on Aug 18, 2004 3:50:36 GMT
>I don't even need to comment on that. You have just totally validated my opinion on the worth of your opinon for me.
Heh. Got no comeback, eh?
;D
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Post by Ineedanewname on Aug 18, 2004 4:29:09 GMT
>I don't even need to comment on that. You have just totally validated my opinion on the worth of your opinon for me. Heh. Got no comeback, eh? ;D Oh dear, I was worried that'd fly over your head. Cest la vie. |
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Post by pkeets on Aug 18, 2004 4:45:38 GMT
Oh dear, I was worried that'd fly over your head. Cest la vie. No, I understood it. |
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Post by Ineedanewname on Aug 18, 2004 4:59:52 GMT
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Post by Ian on Aug 18, 2004 8:18:40 GMT
A cabaret act? C'mon, you wait until you are 60 years old and then compare yourself to the man you were at 20 or 30 and you'll be a cabaret act, too, and we all will. Yeah,true enough Ralf!LOL!Ah what the hell,I'll still pay money to see them anyhow |
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Post by jimmer on Aug 18, 2004 9:02:21 GMT
I went to see the Red Hot Chili Peppers a couple of months ago in Cardiff. I'm not a big fan, but thought it'd be a good gig.
I knew every one of the tracks they played. Basically a greatest hits show - nothing new as far as I could tell. Now, all I've heard from RHCP fans is what a great show it was and to be honest it wasn't. Musically spot on, but no emotion, no audience interaction. They were playing for and to themselves.
Having seen the Rog and Pete show 3 times this year, I couldn't accuse them of not caring or just playing for themselves.
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Post by mapleleafsfan on Aug 18, 2004 13:39:13 GMT
according to recent daltrey interviews this band is far from retired......they plan on continuing until one of the remaining originals drops.....whether it be in 5 or ten years.....supposedly working on new material.....3 tours in 4 years.....i wouldnt call that retired....
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Post by Ineedanewname on Aug 18, 2004 13:46:35 GMT
Don't burst my bubble Maples! Since discovering the band play for free and only need their costs covering, I've been planning on booking them for a private show. I'm pretty sure I can cover the costs of their ferry tickets and hotel rooms!
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Post by mapleleafsfan on Aug 18, 2004 13:48:05 GMT
does this mean you can dictate the setlist to them....
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Post by Ineedanewname on Aug 18, 2004 19:10:37 GMT
does this mean you can dictate the setlist to them.... Waddya think? I'll cover the cost of their ferry tickets and accommodation, I've got some equipment they can borrow for the gig, and they apparently don't require any personal payment. This is a win-win situation. I slip them 20 quid each beforehand - a nice little personal bonus - and they'll be playing Foo Fighters songs all night if I want! |
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Post by mapleleafsfan on Aug 18, 2004 19:50:18 GMT
Waddya think? I'll cover the cost of their ferry tickets and accommodation, I've got some equipment they can borrow for the gig, and they apparently don't require any personal payment. This is a win-win situation. I slip them 20 quid each beforehand - a nice little personal bonus - and they'll be playing Foo Fighters songs all night if I want! and then you can just be so thankful they are playing live at all........you will have to have them play wont get fooled again so nobody walks out.....of course.... |
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Post by pkeets on Aug 19, 2004 3:29:12 GMT
>Waddya think? I'll cover the cost of their ferry tickets and accommodation, I've got some equipment they can borrow for the gig, and they apparently don't require any personal payment. This is a win-win situation. I slip them 20 quid each beforehand - a nice little personal bonus - and they'll be playing Foo Fighters songs all night if I want!
Heehee. Really funny!
Send Pete a note and ask him to do it. ;D
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Post by mapleleafsfan on Aug 20, 2004 14:00:28 GMT
dont think townshend would be able to do it. he's probably wrapped up in the studio trying to put together that who album.....  |
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Post by Ineedanewname on Aug 20, 2004 14:55:24 GMT
dont think townshend would be able to do it. he's probably wrapped up in the studio trying to put together that who album..... haven't you heard the news...he's RETIRED!  |
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Post by mapleleafsfan on Aug 20, 2004 15:10:04 GMT
yeah...retired to boring longtime fans with the same ole
song and dance.
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Post by rollingmule on Aug 25, 2004 0:31:31 GMT
well i hope the new cd does sound like the old song and dance myself. f**k this new s**t. it sux
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