Music: What are you listening to today?
In the spirit of the books and movies threads, here's one to talk about what you're listening to lately and what you hav
woah, cui jian did tiny desk, need to watch that in full
btw he's a super chill guy flew next to him on a plane when I was 16 and had no idea who he was until mid flight a few people stopped to ask for his autograph and then his music was awesome so he was easy to remember
my buddy goes to all his concerts in the USA and wears some kind of loud Chinese clothing usually so cui jian recognizes him from that and will then have a beer with him after the concert
woah, cui jian did tiny desk, need to watch that in fullbtw he's a super chill guy flew next to him on a plane when I was 16 and had no idea who he was until mid flight a few people stopped to ask for his autograph and then his music was awesome so he was easy to remembermy buddy goes to all his concerts in the USA and wears some kind of loud Chinese clothing usually so cui jia
He's got one of the best voices in rock afaik.
This is a great live video. These guys had it down. Plus we get to hear the horns. A+
no love for the mamas and papas singer eating a banana because she didn't like the fact they were forced to lip sync
no love for the mamas and papas singer eating a banana because she didn't like the fact they were forced to lip sync
You think those that clowned around instead trying to
make it look real, regret it now when seeing the historic vids.
Just finished watching the Gershwin center tribute to Elton John and Bernie Taupin (long overdue imo)
It was hit and miss for the performers singing their songs.
Garth Brooks. Just terrible. He gets a D- for Daniel and a solid F for Sorry Seems to be the hardest word.
Never heard of Marin Morris but she sang an extremely bland version of I guess that's why the call it the blues - C-
Another one I haven't heard of - Charlie Puth - Stuck to the script on Don't let the sun go down on me - B
I like Annie Lennox, but sheesh - Border Song just didn't work - C+
WTF getting 200 year old Joni Mitchell up there. She reminds me of my mother. I don't even want to grade this one.
Billy Porter on a ridiculously over the top version of Bitch is Back - B+ for the energy.
Never heard of this one either - Jacob Lusk? Absolutely killed Bennie and the Jets. So much fun. Solid A
Metallica??? Really???? Funeral for a friend, Love lies bleeding. A+
But the best rendition of the night by far was Brandi Carlisle (yep, haven't heard of her either) with Madman Across the Water. Absolutely nailed it.
A+++++
I'm now a huge fan.
Couldn't find the Gershwin version, but here's a live version.
I've seen the Highwomen, group that features Marin Morris and Brandi Carlisle, and Brandi Carlisle separately at the Newport Folk Festival.
Brandi Carlisle was also instrumental in bringing back Joni Mitchell to Newport for her first appearance in nearly twenty years. Oh, and Joni Mitchell was one of those surprise guests often featured at Newport.
https://youtu.be/9evpH6yjxrI?si=FLPGf5JY...
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no love for the mamas and papas singer eating a banana because she didn't like the fact they were forced to lip sync
Wat
https://faroutmagazine.co.uk/the-mamas-a...
For over two decades, The Ed Sullivan Show was a flagship television show known for showcasing various forms of entertainment, mostly music, and introducing new acts to a fresh audience. Over the years, it saw a young Michael Jackson grace its stage, along with The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, and many more of the biggest names in music.
Every Sunday at 8pm, American audiences would gather around their television sets to catch the show in action. “We’ve got a really big show for you tonight!” Sullivan would famously quip, more often than not, delivering on his promise as various acts took centre stage. Even after its run ended in 1971, The Ed Sullivan Show remained a symbol of entertainment excellence and a significant part of American television history.
Of the many memorable occurrences on the show, the episode that included a special performance by The Mamas & The Papas remains one of the most prominent. The Ed Sullivan Show apparently rarely resorted to relying on playback during its performances but had to every so often due to technical issues. In 1967, when The Mamas & The Papas were due to perform, the band were informed they would have to lip-synch their hit ‘California Dreamin”.
This didn’t go down well with the band, who decided that instead of delivering a serious performance at the request of the producers, they would poke fun at the entire idea. In protest, therefore, vocalist Michelle Phillips took a banana on stage and proceeded to chow down during the whole set. At the end of the song, she began to sing into the banana instead of her microphone.
Amusingly, her husband, John Phillips, can also be spotted conversing with his wife mid-performance. At the time, rebellious acts within folk and rock music were on the rise, and so this occurrence could be seen as a part of the burgeoning rejection of social values at the time. However, on the surface, it effectively does what it says on the tin — pokes fun at shows that insist on removing the authenticity from live performances.
Featured on The Mamas & The Papas’ 1966 album If You Can Believe Your Eyes And Ears, ‘California Dreamin” captures the radiant essence of the Western hippie culture. Williams explained that the song took shape in 1963 when she had recently married John, and they were enduring a harsh New York winter.
During their early marital days, John would pace their apartment, crafting lyrics. One morning, he presented the first verse of ‘California Dreamin” to Michelle. Reading the lyrics, a West Coast native herself, she felt her own yearning and homesickness mirrored in the words.
side note, i can see how easily she broke so many hearts
By weird coincidence, I've just finished watching Chunking Express for perhaps the 100th time. This movie is 30 years old, which I find mind-blowing.
My team of script doctors is working on it and it should be ready in time for the remake.
Woman should not eat bananas; they should suck them.
You all know this is true but only a minority will publicly admit it!
I'm not sure "I was not thinking, it didn't mean anything and there was wine involved" is the best way to go if you're trying to apologize for your infidelity, but it makes for beautiful music.
I have a bad case of VD. I suppose it’s my own fault but it is nothing that I’m embarrassed about. Life is all about risks. No risks; no fun.
never heard of this band before and pretty sure never heard this song before either, which is surprising because it's such a banger, just came on randomly in the background while working
