Malinga the Swinga Posted February 15, 2021 Share Posted February 15, 2021 Was watching some music online last couple of nights and whilst I still have my old favourites, there are some performers who I wouldn't have given time of day to a few years back whereas now, I can happily listen to them for hours. For groups, ACDC have really grown on me and their live music is better than their studio stuff. I couldn't be bothered with Amy Winehouse but now I love her voice and her performances were tremendous. Miley Cyrus has developed into a great singing talent and her blues/Country material is getting better and better. For male vocals, come to really appreciate Marylin Manson while Johnny Cash is another who hooks you in. Sure there are others but everyone will have their own views. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cade Posted February 15, 2021 Share Posted February 15, 2021 Iron Maiden were one of my favourite bands of the 80s and early 90s before losing their way. Had a real return to form when Bruce re-joined and Brave New World marked a superb return to form. But then since Final Frontier they've gone back to being dross. Muse used to be amazing but now they're a parody of themselves and total pish. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tazio Posted February 15, 2021 Share Posted February 15, 2021 I’m not sure if I’ve outright changed my mind but I’ve certainly been guilty a lot of dismissing people without actually listening to them properly. When I was younger I was very fond of the old cliché that Bob Dylan songs are only good if other people record them. Then I actually listened properly, he will never be the best singer in the world but his voice suits them. A more recent one is Fiona Apple. I remember seeing press about her back in the day, another pretty blonde girl the press gave the curse of comparing to Joni Mitchell, and with a cutesy name to make it worse. I heard some of her stuff by accident a couple of years ago and was blown away. 20 years of being a snob without actually listening to the music I was ignoring based on preconceptions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ribble Posted February 15, 2021 Share Posted February 15, 2021 Was at a festival a couple of years ago and seen Portugal the Man and despite a very pop sound on the radio they are much heavier/stronger musically live (opened with a medley of for whom the bells tolls/another brick in the wall), we'd only gone to see them to get a good spot for Rag n bone man who was next up in the tent and thoroughly glad we did Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Findlay Posted February 15, 2021 Share Posted February 15, 2021 Wasnt a big fan of Bryan Adams until I saw him live in Hyde Park. Very good live. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Madjambo21 Posted February 15, 2021 Share Posted February 15, 2021 Not a big rap fan and didn't like much of Machine gun Kelly's music but he realised a pop punk album last year that I've really enjoyed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ri Alban Posted February 15, 2021 Share Posted February 15, 2021 (edited) I wasn't a fan of Pink Floyd until I seen them at live 8. Brilliant they were that night, and so were The Who. Never into Oasis, but I have mellowed and don't mind them at all, now. Duran Duran seem a good bunch of lads too. I always thought they were pricks until I watched there film on Netflix. Very talented. I really love the beatles now as well, and god I hated them when I was in my teens. The who and The Jam were my heroes then. Now, I can't stand Paul Weller, he's a prick. Edited February 15, 2021 by ri Alban Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
N Lincs Jambo Posted February 15, 2021 Share Posted February 15, 2021 33 minutes ago, Lord BJ said: Love me some French rap, works incredibly well with the french language flow, my french is murder as well but nevertheless big fan. A bit like the OP I have developed a grudging appreciation for AC/DC it’s not my type of sound but I can get it and quite enjoy. Artist I quite recently got into was Gil Scott-Heron. Walked in for some lunch and they had him playing, slated the music initially to the wife, by end of lunch I have shazamed and downloaded his Essentials. Again not really my thing but weirdly enjoy. Gil Scott Heron is pretty amazing. His tracks Home is where the hatred is and The Bottle are pretty hard hitting. Going to listen to more of his stuff 👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taffin Posted February 15, 2021 Share Posted February 15, 2021 1 hour ago, jonesy said: The Killers, Metallica, Green Day, The Pixies, Blink 182 and French rap (in general) all impressed me despite my initial misgivings about seeing them live. I know someone who gave up on Bob Dylan after seeing one of his live shows in Spain. I don't think they knew of his typical rambling performances. Bob Dylan in spain was the first gif I went to. I thought he was complete and utter dross (was 17 and didn't know much about him). Love his stuff now but wouldn't rush to see him again live I don't think. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martoon Posted February 15, 2021 Share Posted February 15, 2021 2 minutes ago, Taffin said: Bob Dylan in spain was the first gif I went to. I thought he was complete and utter dross (was 17 and didn't know much about him). Love his stuff now but wouldn't rush to see him again live I don't think. I recall mates and I watching him live on TV around 1985, waiting and willing, as 17 year olds, to be impressed. Might have been "...Whistle Test". We laughed. He was awful. Ended up feeling so embarrassed for him, mumbling words incoherently and out of key, that we had to switch off. I realise writing was his forte, rather than singing, but all the same. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taffin Posted February 15, 2021 Share Posted February 15, 2021 2 minutes ago, jonesy said: I think you have to be a real devoted fan to appreciate some of his live shows these days. Tends to change things up a lot and plays old tunes in new styles. Those going for a greatest hits setlist are going to leave disappointed. 2 minutes ago, martoon said: I recall mates and I watching him live on TV around 1985, waiting and willing, as 17 year olds, to be impressed. Might have been "...Whistle Test". We laughed. He was awful. Ended up feeling so embarrassed for him, mumbling words incoherently and out of key, that we had to switch off. I realise writing was his forte, rather than singing, but all the same. Unfortunately the style he went for when I saw him was the same as martoon experienced. So we either both got extremely unlucky c.20 years apart or out of key pub drunkard is one of his more favoured ones 😂 His keyboard appeared mainly to function in keeping him upright rather than as an instrument. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rudi must stay Posted February 15, 2021 Share Posted February 15, 2021 Savage Garden. Considered them not cool and boring when I grew up, now I really like their stuff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Auld Reekin' Posted February 15, 2021 Share Posted February 15, 2021 In my early-to-mid teens, I used to love Status Quo and hate Roy Orbison. I'm delighted to say that this position has been reversed for many, many years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Samuel Camazzola Posted February 15, 2021 Share Posted February 15, 2021 My tastes are vast therefore this isn't so much artist's changing my mind, more growing an appreciation for their work. When going for a run, I like to put the music on to get a tempo going and have enjoyed heavy stuff by Rammstein, Volbeat and Gojira. Just don't listen to it when driving as you'll be doing 90 without realising it. Alter Bridge have some heavy stuff but mix it up a bit. Myles Kennedy has one of the most distinctive and melodic voices from the rock genre. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luckyBatistuta Posted February 15, 2021 Share Posted February 15, 2021 Rolling Stones, wasn’t interested in listening to them at all. Once I gave them a chance, I realised what I’ve been missing all these years. Similar with the Foo Fighters. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
One five Posted February 15, 2021 Share Posted February 15, 2021 Neil Young , never knew how good he was until i started digging into his back catalogue and I was blown away with some of it , I’m still not keen on his country stuff but man he can write some great acoustic and rock stuff. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hmfc_steve Posted February 15, 2021 Share Posted February 15, 2021 Always loved blues and rock guitar .... Never really fancied bluegrass, country ... Till I heard Billy Strings Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tazio Posted February 15, 2021 Share Posted February 15, 2021 19 minutes ago, hmfc_steve said: Always loved blues and rock guitar .... Never really fancied bluegrass, country ... Till I heard Billy Strings Billy Strings is kind of the bluegrass guy rock fans can like because anyone can see playing bluegrass that fast with a pick is stunning. And he does big freestyle jams when he plays live. Hell of a guitarist though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Auld Reekin' Posted February 15, 2021 Share Posted February 15, 2021 31 minutes ago, One five said: Neil Young , never knew how good he was until i started digging into his back catalogue and I was blown away with some of it , I’m still not keen on his country stuff but man he can write some great acoustic and rock stuff. Yep, I'm the same with ol' Shakey, except I really like his country stuff too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fast_blood Posted February 15, 2021 Share Posted February 15, 2021 When I first heard At the Drive-in, I thought it was a racket. A few months later I sat down and listened to them properly. Relationship of Command is a great album. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tazio Posted February 15, 2021 Share Posted February 15, 2021 38 minutes ago, One five said: Neil Young , never knew how good he was until i started digging into his back catalogue and I was blown away with some of it , I’m still not keen on his country stuff but man he can write some great acoustic and rock stuff. I’ve got a specific type of artist that I can quite happily listen to a greatest hits and enjoy but never want to dive any deeper. Neil Young is one of them. Not sure why but I’ve never totally got it. Part of it might be that time in the mid 90’s when he was called the godfather of grunge and all of a sudden every Nirvana and Pearl Jam fan I knew, that had never mentioned him in their lives, were suddenly telling everyone how he was a genius and one of their favourites. I’m awkward that way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Der Kaiser Posted February 15, 2021 Share Posted February 15, 2021 Toyah Willcox....... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Auld Reekin' Posted February 15, 2021 Share Posted February 15, 2021 1 minute ago, Der Kaiser said: Toyah Willcox....... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
One five Posted February 15, 2021 Share Posted February 15, 2021 23 minutes ago, Tazio said: I’ve got a specific type of artist that I can quite happily listen to a greatest hits and enjoy but never want to dive any deeper. Neil Young is one of them. Not sure why but I’ve never totally got it. Part of it might be that time in the mid 90’s when he was called the godfather of grunge and all of a sudden every Nirvana and Pearl Jam fan I knew, that had never mentioned him in their lives, were suddenly telling everyone how he was a genius and one of their favourites. I’m awkward that way. Have a listen to his live album ‘rust never sleeps ‘ rock on one side and acoustic on the other that’s what changed my thinking of him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tazio Posted February 15, 2021 Share Posted February 15, 2021 2 minutes ago, One five said: Have a listen to his live album ‘rust never sleeps ‘ rock on one side and acoustic on the other that’s what changed my thinking of him. I’ve been literally forced to listen to so many of his albums over the years by Young zealots who refuse to believe my position on him. If it gets too annoying I’ll claim that the album I do enjoy is Trans. It seems to upset them... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
milky_26 Posted February 15, 2021 Share Posted February 15, 2021 10 minutes ago, Der Kaiser said: Toyah Willcox....... interesting point Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
One five Posted February 15, 2021 Share Posted February 15, 2021 1 minute ago, Tazio said: I’ve been literally forced to listen to so many of his albums over the years by Young zealots who refuse to believe my position on him. If it gets too annoying I’ll claim that the album I do enjoy is Trans. It seems to upset them... Ha no bother mate 👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Weakened Offender Posted February 15, 2021 Share Posted February 15, 2021 My wife dragged to see Paddy Mcguiness during the Fringe one year. We both picked a comedian. I picked Sean Lock who my missus wasn't all that keen on. My other half came out the SL gig loving him. I went into the PM gig not really liking him at all and came out utterly despising the prick. The following year I picked both. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tommy Brown Posted February 15, 2021 Share Posted February 15, 2021 1 hour ago, milky_26 said: interesting point Should that not be points. Was a new video put up yesterday, forgot all about it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Auld Reekin' Posted February 15, 2021 Share Posted February 15, 2021 (edited) 39 minutes ago, jonnothejambo said: Weren't they a bit tight ? . Edited February 15, 2021 by Auld Reekin' Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homme Posted February 15, 2021 Share Posted February 15, 2021 Performers who have changed my mind are probably mostly poppy and who I would never give a chance to first time round. Black Eyed Peas put on a fantastic performance. I now enjoy some music from Taylor Swift, Rihanna, and Sia - people I would have scoffed at years ago. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ri Alban Posted February 16, 2021 Share Posted February 16, 2021 9 hours ago, martoon said: I recall mates and I watching him live on TV around 1985, waiting and willing, as 17 year olds, to be impressed. Might have been "...Whistle Test". We laughed. He was awful. Ended up feeling so embarrassed for him, mumbling words incoherently and out of key, that we had to switch off. I realise writing was his forte, rather than singing, but all the same. A voice like sand and glue, according to a certain English icon, who I hated when I was young but grew to really like. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martoon Posted February 16, 2021 Share Posted February 16, 2021 2 hours ago, ri Alban said: A voice like sand and glue, according to a certain English icon, who I hated when I was young but grew to really like. Always liked Bowie but never loved him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jambos are go! Posted February 16, 2021 Share Posted February 16, 2021 Lucky enough to have seen Dylan live in Edinburgh during the Judas tour. His love performances now are an utter embarassment. He should be ashamed as should the artist who kiss his feet to perform with him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hmfc_liam06 Posted February 16, 2021 Share Posted February 16, 2021 Pink Floyd. Never got it. But as my music tastes have matured, I've really honed in on them. Still some dross in there though In terms of a live act, I'd always enjoyed the Killers but their performance at Glastonbury a couple of years ago was absolutely superb. One act I think would change some peoples opinion after seeing them live is Coldplay. Granted, their recent stuff is pretty pish but live they are a different animal and put on a hell of a show. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Malinga the Swinga Posted February 16, 2021 Author Share Posted February 16, 2021 48 minutes ago, jambos are go! said: Lucky enough to have seen Dylan live in Edinburgh during the Judas tour. His love performances now are an utter embarassment. He should be ashamed as should the artist who kiss his feet to perform with him. Doesn't everyone's Love performance decline as they get older Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greenbank2 Posted February 16, 2021 Share Posted February 16, 2021 Miley Cyrus. Always considered her as Hannah Montana bubblegum pop. Grown into a "A List" rock'n'roll and country singer. Covers are some of the best I've heard in years. Who'd have thunk? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
One five Posted February 16, 2021 Share Posted February 16, 2021 1 hour ago, jambos are go! said: Lucky enough to have seen Dylan live in Edinburgh during the Judas tour. His love performances now are an utter embarassment. He should be ashamed as should the artist who kiss his feet to perform with him. I seen Dylan in London Hyde park in 2019 thought he was crap if I remember correctly don’t think he played the guitar, mind you I was pished by the time he came on lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glottis Posted February 16, 2021 Share Posted February 16, 2021 Hadn't really thought much of a pop punk band called MxPx, but listened to some of their newer stuff during lockdown and really come to like them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tazio Posted February 16, 2021 Share Posted February 16, 2021 38 minutes ago, Greenbank2 said: Miley Cyrus. Always considered her as Hannah Montana bubblegum pop. Grown into a "A List" rock'n'roll and country singer. Covers are some of the best I've heard in years. Who'd have thunk? I saw a video a couple of weeks ago of her covering Fade Into You by Mazzy Star, it was one of the worst things I've ever suffered in terms of covers, she didn't seem to understand the song at all and wailed her way through the choruses. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
superjack Posted February 16, 2021 Share Posted February 16, 2021 I used to be in the "Beatles are over rated pish" category until last year. I watched the film yesterday and my opinion has now changed, I now think they're great. Dont think I'll ever bother going to see them live though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scott herbertson Posted February 16, 2021 Share Posted February 16, 2021 17 hours ago, N Lincs Jambo said: Gil Scott Heron is pretty amazing. His tracks Home is where the hatred is and The Bottle are pretty hard hitting. Going to listen to more of his stuff 👍 Saw him live at Ronnie Scott's in the 1980s - was taken by a friend and knew nothing about him Very impressed Was amazed to find out recently that his dad had played for Celtic in the 1950s - not something you would ever have guessed when watching Gil Scott Heron live in the 80s! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tazio Posted February 16, 2021 Share Posted February 16, 2021 1 minute ago, scott herbertson said: Saw him live at Ronnie Scott's in the 1980s - was taken by a friend and knew nothing about him Very impressed Was amazed to find out recently that his dad had played for Celtic in the 1950s - not something you would ever have guessed when watching Gil Scott Heron live in the 80s! I was lucky enough to see him a couple of times in the 80's, both times excellent gigs. There was also the great irony that he did songs railing against alcoholism and drugs only to get prosecuted in later life because of a massive coke and crack habit and did some proper jail time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A Boy Named Crow Posted February 17, 2021 Share Posted February 17, 2021 Ed Sheeran. In 2012 saw him at a festival in Spain, he was just some ginger bloke who talked too much between songs. Instantly forgettable. 2018, the missus bought us tickets to see him at the ANZ in Sydney. He managed to put on a performance big enough for an 80,000 seater stadium, using a guitar and a loop box. Completely changed my opinion of him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
highlandjambo3 Posted February 17, 2021 Share Posted February 17, 2021 On 15/02/2021 at 20:40, Der Kaiser said: Toyah Willcox....... I concur 😉 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
N Lincs Jambo Posted February 17, 2021 Share Posted February 17, 2021 23 hours ago, scott herbertson said: Saw him live at Ronnie Scott's in the 1980s - was taken by a friend and knew nothing about him Very impressed Was amazed to find out recently that his dad had played for Celtic in the 1950s - not something you would ever have guessed when watching Gil Scott Heron live in the 80s! I knew about his dad, Gil Heron, playing for Celtic. I didn’t mention it as I didn’t want to detract from his son’s music. The Scott in his name is a nod to his time in Scotland although I believe he only made a handful of appearances for them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bunny Munro Posted February 17, 2021 Share Posted February 17, 2021 Eminem, not a fan of rap and thought he was a twat, saw him live and was blown away. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Malinga the Swinga Posted February 17, 2021 Author Share Posted February 17, 2021 Ed Balls. Thought he was a complete wank as a politician. Now, having seen him on Strictly and Best Home Cook, I realise I had over estimated him. He is a smarmy ***** of the highest order who you would never stop kicking. I truly detest him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frankblack Posted February 18, 2021 Share Posted February 18, 2021 Years back I won tickets to see Supergrass at the Corn Exchange on their Life on other Planets tour. I had only really heard some of their poppy songs like Alright and didn't have very high expectations. They really surprised me and I saw them a number of times after that. A band that can really rock out when they want to, and I still think Alright is their worst song. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Auldbenches Posted February 18, 2021 Share Posted February 18, 2021 Prince. Wasn't that keen on the stuff I heard and then saw him playing the guitar live on TV. Never realised how good he was. Also like the story Stuart cosgrove told when he asked him what all that purple carry on was about. Basically loves his local team. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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