Edendude Posted October 13, 2004 Share Posted October 13, 2004 Interesting feature article in Rolling Stone this month. Springsteen, Dave Matthews, Eddy Vedder, Bonnie Raitt, Jackson Browne, Dixie Chicks, John Mellencamp, and a host of others are trying their best to spread the word about the importance of removing the Bush admin from power. Some very interesting comments there from the people at the top of the music community. Anyone here read it? My Last Band Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lug Posted October 13, 2004 Share Posted October 13, 2004 Politics? Here? No...please. You can stop now -jeremyc STOP QUOTING EVERY THING I SAY!!! -Bass_god_offspring lug, you should add that statement to you signature.-Tenstrum I'm not sure any argument can top lug's. - Sweet Willie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
getz out Posted October 13, 2004 Share Posted October 13, 2004 No, please. Talking politics to an audience is an easy way to alienate half of your audience. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edendude Posted October 13, 2004 Author Share Posted October 13, 2004 Awww come on, let's have a little of this... http://www.nova4x4.com/uploads/022304/angrydude.jpg My Last Band Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
57pbass Posted October 13, 2004 Share Posted October 13, 2004 I have not read this article and probably wont.. My Opinion..... I think Springsteen is a jerk - he always seems to show up to "save the day". And then proceeds to cash in on the situation...with some of the proceeds going to the cause... Ever since he wrote and performed the song about the police shooting I have no use for him or his music...and his wifes new album ..thats another rant... www.danielprine.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sbrock1san.rr.com Posted October 13, 2004 Share Posted October 13, 2004 Originally posted by Edendude: Some very interesting comments there from the people at the top of the music community.John (Cougar) Mellencamp and Eddy Vedder are at the "top of the music community" ? I've got to sit down, I'm getting light headed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
getz out Posted October 13, 2004 Share Posted October 13, 2004 Don't hold back, Dan. Tell us how you really feel. Springsteen is a tool. I grew up in his hood. Amazing how you can quickly lose touch. There's a story about a band I played in where we were bumped from a rather famous NJ shore venue because "The Boss" decided he wanted to come and play an acoustic set that night. Fair enough, he's an institution. But the fact the fellow didn't come by and say hello to the bands planning to showcase that night and offer some type of conversation is what pissed me off. There's more to the story... but I'm not sure there's any more of a point. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edendude Posted October 13, 2004 Author Share Posted October 13, 2004 So Springsteen not talking to the bands at the showcase in NJ years ago is somehow more important than the fundamental message these artists are trying to get across? My Last Band Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jasonmassacre Posted October 13, 2004 Share Posted October 13, 2004 Oh jeeze - Come on guys. I mean look, these guys - Springstien, Vedder, and the rest of them - they're just trying to stick up for the little guys. Guys like you and I, because afterall, we have sooooo much incommom with them and can easily identify to their life style (being everyday joes). For instance - Being a multi-millionaire, owning anything we want... ya know... traits of the "all american blue collar worker"... What a F'ing joke. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
g. Posted October 13, 2004 Share Posted October 13, 2004 All the political stuff has a FORUM. And this topic has probably been started there already. . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ClarkW Posted October 13, 2004 Share Posted October 13, 2004 Originally posted by Edendude: So Springsteen not talking to the bands at the showcase in NJ years ago is somehow more important than the fundamental message these artists are trying to get across?Does musical talent and success somehow translate into political savvy such that I should bother listening to them? I wouldn't take their advice on how to properly waterproof a deck, or flush my radiator, or treat a bad case of illiotibial band friction syndrome, so why should I listen to their recommendations for a presidential candidate? As far as Getz76 is concerned, it IS more important, because it's the only actual, personal interaction he's had with The Boss, and therefore is going to weigh far greater in consideration than what The Boss says in front of an audience. The true measure of a man is how he acts when he thinks nobody is looking. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
57pbass Posted October 13, 2004 Share Posted October 13, 2004 Originally posted by Edendude: So Springsteen not talking to the bands at the showcase in NJ years ago is somehow more important than the fundamental message these artists are trying to get across?Again my opinion... NO ..but I would never look to Bruce or Eddy Vedder for any political advice or info... www.danielprine.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
g. Posted October 13, 2004 Share Posted October 13, 2004 Talking about Ben Stiller's impressions/skits on Da Boss probably would have been less off topic ; } . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lug Posted October 13, 2004 Share Posted October 13, 2004 Originally posted by ClarkW: Originally posted by Edendude: So Springsteen not talking to the bands at the showcase in NJ years ago is somehow more important than the fundamental message these artists are trying to get across?Does musical talent and success somehow translate into political savvy such that I should bother listening to them? I wouldn't take their advice on how to properly waterproof a deck, or flush my radiator, or treat a bad case of illiotibial band friction syndrome, so why should I listen to their recommendations for a presidential candidate? As far as Getz76 is concerned, it IS more important, because it's the only actual, personal interaction he's had with The Boss, and therefore is going to weigh far greater in consideration than what The Boss says in front of an audience. The true measure of a man is how he acts when he thinks nobody is looking.Are you calling me a jerkoff!?!?!? You can stop now -jeremyc STOP QUOTING EVERY THING I SAY!!! -Bass_god_offspring lug, you should add that statement to you signature.-Tenstrum I'm not sure any argument can top lug's. - Sweet Willie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
57pbass Posted October 13, 2004 Share Posted October 13, 2004 The true measure of a man is how he acts when he thinks nobody is looking www.danielprine.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeremy c Posted October 13, 2004 Share Posted October 13, 2004 Originally posted by greenboy: All the political stuff has a FORUM. And this topic has probably been started there already.What he said. Take it outside, boys. Free download of my cd!. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BenLoy Posted October 13, 2004 Share Posted October 13, 2004 I say "no" to this thread. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
g. Posted October 13, 2004 Share Posted October 13, 2004 I think Edendude has been called on this one often enough. What - doesn't he like all the meat eaters outside our toasty little fireplace circle? ; } . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raven Posted October 13, 2004 Share Posted October 13, 2004 Take that here BCR's homepage Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fred TBP Posted October 13, 2004 Share Posted October 13, 2004 Originally posted by lug: Politics? Here? No...please.Agreed, so my two cents will sidestep the politics. 1. I've spoken to enough celebs and stars in my time to realize they are just like you and me and everyone else. Some are full of humility and concern for the individual, some are full of themselves, and some are just full of it. I think we can figure out who fits what profile. (and I did see Bruce on CNN but I won't go there) 2. Bruce may be more successful than I will ever be, but I bet I'm happier than he is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ATM Posted October 13, 2004 Share Posted October 13, 2004 Hey guys, I'm sorry I ever brought up the "P" word. You may whip me now. ATM http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v506/atmofmn/Bass/DeepThoughtsBS.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edendude Posted October 13, 2004 Author Share Posted October 13, 2004 So just out of interest, and I'll ask it again... Has anyone here actually read the Rolling Stone feature in question? My Last Band Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
getz out Posted October 13, 2004 Share Posted October 13, 2004 Originally posted by lug: The true measure of a man is how he acts when he thinks nobody is looking.Are you calling me a jerkoff!?!?!? [/QB] Holy crap... you made me spit Diet Dr. Pepper on that one. Nice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
g. Posted October 13, 2004 Share Posted October 13, 2004 Sorry Edendude, that's about the last "lifestyle" rag I pick up when I want to read about something other than music or the arts or science or history or busines or tech... . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lug Posted October 13, 2004 Share Posted October 13, 2004 Originally posted by getz76: Originally posted by lug: The true measure of a man is how he acts when he thinks nobody is looking.Are you calling me a jerkoff!?!?!? Holy crap... you made me spit Diet Dr. Pepper on that one. Nice.[/QB] ****bows to getz76, bows to the forum****** You can stop now -jeremyc STOP QUOTING EVERY THING I SAY!!! -Bass_god_offspring lug, you should add that statement to you signature.-Tenstrum I'm not sure any argument can top lug's. - Sweet Willie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
g. Posted October 13, 2004 Share Posted October 13, 2004 Wow, Edendude - you really be tearing it up over there in the SSS political sharkpit ; } . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
butcherNburn Posted October 13, 2004 Share Posted October 13, 2004 No politics here please. I vote, it gives me the right to bitch about things. I really don't think musicians or other famous people should get involved. BTW: I hate Sprinstein and beg him to break his association with NJ. I used to work with someone (boss's son) that had 4 casettes in constant rotation (60+ hours a week). 2 from Springstein's box set, Wilson Philips, and Meatloaf. All of which should be played as hold music on the Poison control hotline. If you think my playing is bad, you should hear me sing! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fuego Posted October 13, 2004 Share Posted October 13, 2004 BTW: I hate Sprinstein and beg him to break his association with NJ. I used to work with someone (boss's son) that had 4 casettes in constant rotation (60+ hours a week). 2 from Springstein's box set, Wilson Philips, and Meatloaf. All of which should be played as hold music on the Poison control hotline.[/QB]I have 2 agree here,,,, and if we are talkin the "P" word,,,,i say JermeyC 4 president The basses -'04 MIM Jazz bass black -'98 Fender American-Deluxe P-bass natural -Peavey FuryII blue Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ihategarybettman Posted October 13, 2004 Share Posted October 13, 2004 I'm a big Springsteen fan, but I agree that this is not the place to bring up politics. There's a reason why some of us avoid "The SSS Political Party" site like the plague. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Capasso Posted October 13, 2004 Share Posted October 13, 2004 Sorry Edendude - many off-topic subjects are welcome here. Politics is too inflamatory. Thread closed. www.stoneflyrocks.com Acoustic Color Be practical as well as generous in your ideals. Keep your eyes on the stars and keep your feet on the ground. - Theodore Roosevelt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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