RichieP_MechE Posted August 22, 2009 Share Posted August 22, 2009 I know there's some Weird Al fans here on KC, so I figured this was worth posting. Al released a new song (well, about two months old now) called "Craigslist" as a homage to The Doors. It's not a specific parody of any Doors song, but a tribute tune in the Doors style. It's extra cool because he actually got Ray Manzarek to play keys! Weird Al "Craigslist" Enjoy! -Rich Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Griffinator Posted August 23, 2009 Share Posted August 23, 2009 I heard it a few months ago. The funniest part (to me) is the fact that he drags the damned thing out forever. Weird Al, when he goofs on a particular musician's style rather than a literal parody, is so crucially precise about that - listen to "Genius in France" - he so totally nailed Frank Zappa's early (Apostrophe era) writing style, that's what made it hilarious. Same thing here - the best part of the humor was the fact that he took a 2 minute song and made it 5 minutes, and even that 5 minutes seemed really frickin' long. Perfect goof on "The End", "Light My Fire", and many, many other Doors tunes that could have ended a lot sooner than they did, but for the overly self-indulgent soloing and Jim's mindless beat-poetry rambling. PS: When Weird Al does pieces like this, it's not a homage, it's a comedic jab. A bunch of loud, obnoxious music I USED to make with friends. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Floyd Tatum Posted August 23, 2009 Share Posted August 23, 2009 Awesome! I love Al. A geek's geek. I've been reading Craigslist lately looking for a particular item, and it is a kind of weird place. PS: When Weird Al does pieces like this, it's not a homage, it's a comedic jab. You think so? I'd say it's both. And more homage than rippage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Pierce Posted August 23, 2009 Share Posted August 23, 2009 That was perfect! The musical parody is spot-on, and the video is just as good. Hilarious stuff. The Griffinator is right - a big part of the humor is dragging the tune out forever and a day. Not one but TWO "bring it down" sections. Weird Al rawks... --Dave Make my funk the P-funk. I wants to get funked up. My Funk/Jam originals project: http://www.thefunkery.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FunkKeysStuff Posted August 23, 2009 Share Posted August 23, 2009 That. Was. Awesome! While listening, I had the following thought: You know you're a music geek when the thing that makes you laugh most in that song, is the sloppy quarter-note triplets in the organ solo. I'm listening on crummy laptop speakers, so I couldn't tell: Is Ray playing left-hand bass, or is it a bass player? Slightly embarrassing personal fact: the best concert seats I've ever had in my life were for Weird Al's "Dare To Be Stupid" tour. Front row center, right in front of Al. The Devo outfits were priceless. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RichieP_MechE Posted August 23, 2009 Author Share Posted August 23, 2009 PS: When Weird Al does pieces like this, it's not a homage, it's a comedic jab. Heh, yeah, coulda worded that better. But there's gotta be at least a little homage on this one since he actually sought out Ray to play. Regardless, Al is a genius! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Floyd Tatum Posted August 23, 2009 Share Posted August 23, 2009 Actual Craigslist posting: packing materials (pickering) ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- packing materials from guitars (mostly) I've bought on ebay etc peanuts bubble wrap some guitar boxes even a bit of styro foam a wooden skid if you want it if you sell and ship, this stuff could be useful, and my basement would love the extra space come and get it if you can use it... http://images.craigslist.org/3ne3k23l65Pe5S65R598md7521e1fdc5b150d.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marino Posted August 23, 2009 Share Posted August 23, 2009 Ha ha ha! Great! :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Griffinator Posted August 23, 2009 Share Posted August 23, 2009 While listening, I had the following thought: You know you're a music geek when the thing that makes you laugh most in that song, is the sloppy quarter-note triplets in the organ solo. A little extra self-parody by Ray. He's a hell of a lot more precise player these days than he let on in this performance. I've no doubt he was mocking his former mop-topped, Lennon-spectacled young self. A bunch of loud, obnoxious music I USED to make with friends. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeT156 Posted August 24, 2009 Share Posted August 24, 2009 My sister and hubby went to a Weird Al concert awhile back and they said the show was GREAT! He did a number of costume changes and they laughed their asses off. She said she was really surprised just how good the music was. She also told me that Weird Al doesn't take himself too seriously, he's not afraid to laugh at himself. So many critics said he "wouldn't last" when he first put together his act and recorded a song. I wonder where they are working these days? Mike T. Yamaha Motif ES8, Alesis Ion, Prophet 5 Rev 3.2, 1979 Rhodes Mark 1 Suitcase 73 Piano, Arp Odyssey Md III, Roland R-70 Drum Machine, Digitech Vocalist Live Pro. Roland Boss Chorus Ensemble CE-1. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Griffinator Posted August 24, 2009 Share Posted August 24, 2009 So many critics said he "wouldn't last" when he first put together his act and recorded a song. I wonder where they are working these days? Mike T. Music critics, much like political pundits, are never held accountable for their predictions. A bunch of loud, obnoxious music I USED to make with friends. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe Muscara Posted August 24, 2009 Share Posted August 24, 2009 Music critics, much like political pundits, are never held accountable for their predictions. and weathermen! "I'm so crazy, I don't know this is impossible! Hoo hoo!" - Daffy Duck "The good news is that once you start piano you never have to worry about getting laid again. More time to practice!" - MOI Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marzzz Posted August 24, 2009 Share Posted August 24, 2009 Brilliant! +1 on "Genius in France," also. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Griffinator Posted August 27, 2009 Share Posted August 27, 2009 Sorry, just had to bump this. For those of us (other than me and Marzzz, for certain) who never heard this, I would venture this piece to be Weird Al's greatest work to date, if for no other reason than the intense challenge of putting together an arrangement on this level that was fully true to the target of his satire. Somewhere in heaven, FZ is laughing his ass off at this every time someone spins it. And Jerry Lewis, if anyone made him aware of it, would probably laugh his ass off as well. A bunch of loud, obnoxious music I USED to make with friends. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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