Van Halen question

[wmenorr67]

It is Rolling Stone, who actually gives a *expletive deleted*it what they think.

[Mannlicher]

he is almost as good as Orianthi.   :)

[KD5NRH]

Willie Nelson is a very good guitarist.  He's able to write melodies over complex chord changes, and his lead guitar technique is accurate and tight, yet never forced.  He has a lot of Django coming out of Trigger.  And he's arguably "Great" because of his historical relevance and endurance.

Willie's strength is in subtlety; most of the time he's doing something simple, but exactly what's needed.  When he does get more complex, it's almost hidden under the rest of the music, and blends well enough that you have to listen for it.

[roo_ster]

As to Eddie, I was a teen in the Days of MTV.  Van Halen was at high popularity.  Jump, Panama, etc.  The Van Halen became Van Hagar.  I like a lot of both (sacrilege, I know).  I think Eddie is talented, and great, but I'd not make him #1.

I also like a lot of Van Hagar.  But I like Hagar before he hopped into Van Halen.  Hagar was a better singer than DLR, though DLR had more style.

[T.O.M.]

I also like a lot of Van Hagar.  But I like Hagar before he hopped into Van Halen.  Hagar was a better singer than DLR, though DLR had more style.

Agreed, DLR is a showman, the center of attention is where he wants to be,   Hagar is more a member of the band.  Eddie shared the spotlight with Hagar,  while DLR fought Eddie to stand in it alone.

[Bob F.]

A chacun son gout.  (or something similar....)

[bedlamite]

It's obviously the anti-soviet propaganda.

[Fitz]

EVH's impact, and inclusion as one of the greats, isn't just about raw skill. (which is kinda subjective anyways, as this very thread proves)

It's about impact to the music scene, and the art at large.

He changed the way folks played guitar. He was a big part of the transition in popular music during that time, and he influenced a great many artists after.

His tone was much emulated, as were his techniques. You don't have to like his playing to recognize that impact.

[dm1333]

For those who think Clapton is over rated

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OIBxn8arV3w

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TkDOp58bcII

[dm1333]

Glen Campbell probably belongs on that list too.   

[markdido]

Not Rock, but Stanley Jordan is no slouch either.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NeooHiX4oH0

[markdido]

It's obviously the anti-soviet propaganda.

Violence?

The Village People?

[HeroHog]

Not Rock, but Stanley Jordan is no slouch either.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NeooHiX4oH0

Saw him live, that little sucker is BAD!

[Perd Hapley]

It's 2017, and APS has spent 12 days discussing an '80s rock band.

[Jocassee]

It's 2017, and APS has spent 12 days discussing an '80s rock band.

The past is much tidier in its own way than the present.

[Monkeyleg]

Fistful, is there any contemporary pop music you like?

[Ben]

Fistful, is there any contemporary pop music you like?

I heard he has a Madonna sticker on his car.
 

[wmenorr67]

Fistful, is there any contemporary pop music you like?

I heard he has a Madonna sticker on his car.
 grin

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s__rX_WL100

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G333Is7VPOg

[bedlamite]

I heard he has a Madonna sticker on his car.
 

I heard it was Rupaul.

[Perd Hapley]

Fistful, is there any contemporary pop music you like?

I'm sure there is. If you let me know what you mean by "contemporary," I could provide examples. Contemporary with Van Halen's popularity, or contemporary with today? If the latter, how recent must it be?

And did you think I was expressing displeasure with Van Halen? It's not that I don't like them. I can only name one of their songs.

[Monkeyleg]

I'm sure there is. If you let me know what you mean by "contemporary," I could provide examples. Contemporary with Van Halen's popularity, or contemporary with today? If the latter, how recent must it be?

And did you think I was expressing displeasure with Van Halen? It's not that I don't like them. I can only name one of their songs.

I mean pop stars from right now. Beyonce' for example.

[Perd Hapley]

I mean pop stars from right now. Beyonce' for example.

Not sure why you're asking. Here's a partial list of current music I've been enjoying in the past few years. I guess they don't all count as pop stars. Or maybe they do.  

The Black Keys
The White Stripes
Kings of Convenience
Chinese Man
Camera Obscura
Belle & Sebastian
The Be Good Tanyas
Parov Stelar
Neko Case
I don't know if Mazzy Star or Cracker still count - they're not all that current.
The Decembrists
She & Him
Caravan Palace
Saint Motel
alt-J
The Shins
Broken Bells
Gramatik
Aceyalone
Of Monsters and Men
The Avalanches
Wax Tailor
Jake Bugg
Kate Nash
Hello Saferide
Hello Seahorse!
y muchos mas

[Scout26]

It's obviously the anti-soviet propaganda.

I'm going to assume that "Klesh" is actually "The Clash".  One of the more socialist leaning bands ever, founded by that son of the proletariat Joe Strummer.   

[Monkeyleg]

Not sure why you're asking. Here's a partial list of current music I've been enjoying in the past few years. I guess they don't all count as pop stars. Or maybe they do.  

The Black Keys
The White Stripes
Kings of Convenience
Chinese Man
Camera Obscura
Belle & Sebastian
The Be Good Tanyas
Parov Stelar
Neko Case
I don't know if Mazzy Star or Cracker still count - they're not all that current.
The Decembrists
She & Him
Caravan Palace
Saint Motel
alt-J
The Shins
Broken Bells
Gramatik
Aceyalone
Of Monsters and Men
The Avalanches
Wax Tailor
Jake Bugg
Kate Nash
Hello Saferide
Hello Seahorse!
y muchos mas

To be honest, I forget why I asked. That's an interesting list.

[Perd Hapley]

That's an interesting list.

I think so. I think there's a ton of great music being made these days. I still listen to Baroque about half the time, though.