In a message dated 1/10/2007 10:30:15 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, jeffc@... writes:
I don't mind bands labeling themselves as prog (although I prefer they
> use the subtler yet broader term, progressive) as a point of reference.
> I do object to the glut of faceless traditionalist bands like Spock's
> Beard, Echolyn etc. It's just crap!! Wearing your influences is one
> thing, but Jesus, parade an attempt at an original idea out there once
> in a while. Radiohead, Sufjan Stevens, Efterklang, Ratatat even My
> Chemical Romance (yay Jersey boys!) feel more "progressive" than bands
> that rehash the "glory days" with the same sounds and ensembles, but
> with slightly different notes, more chops and less
> imperfections. ........let the flaming begin
aaah.
radiohead.
the group that holds the record for most albums
sold without actually putting any music on them.
it's going to come out years from now that radiohead
was just a big joke. NOW flame away...
You're both wrong and I'm right.