So- did any of you other prog geeks deign to sink so low as to tune in to this abomination? Every few years, I check it out- I think it provides an accurate- if rather depressing- barometer of current cultural tastes. That being said, there were a few highlights:
Robert Randolph-this guy absolutely KILLS, and his spot during the Funk segment tore the roof off the venue. I was absolutely stunned to see him on such a mainstream broadcast, and I'm glad a lot more people are aware of this awesome talent now.
White Stripes- Like em or not, theres no doubt that these guys bring the serious cred to every performance. Jack White attacks his guitar solos in ways I haven't heard in years. Totally refreshing.
Prince and Beyonce- Even though I would have much rather seen the Purple One doing something other than a rehash of Purple Rain hits, and I could have really done without the brazen caterwauling of flava-of-the-month Beyonce, it was good to see him in the spotlight again. Prince was by far the most talented individual in that whole auditorium, and he did a good job of reminding the world exactly why he reigned supreme for so many years. Those tasty little guitar fills he threw in between verses- Damn! I wish he'd just shut up and play the guitar more often...
I haven't watched the shammy's since Christopher Cross (who's he?) won Album of the Year over Pink Floyd's The Wall back in 1980. A perfect example of the taste of the mainstream music industry. FUKM!
Michael MacDonald's acapella jaunt when he was presenting an award was great. Too short though.
Outkast performed VERY well. I say it was the highlight. Foo Fighters with Chick Corea was also good. Although I don't really care too much for Chick Corea, his piano parts were okay.
I haven't watched the shammy's since Christopher Cross (who's he?) won Album of the Year over Pink Floyd's The Wall back in 1980. A perfect example of the taste of the mainstream music industry. FUKM!
I was doing my show when the Grammies were on, but I would not have watched anyway. The kind of music they represent does nothing for me. It's just like the way I feel about the mainstream music industry... mass-merchandised-music. The Grammies are to music just as McDonald's is to food. Same bland nutritionally depleted slop no matter which location you go to. Nothing exciting or adventurous. The only variety is in whether or not you supersize it, or which sauce you get with your nuggets. Is that REAL chicken, or what?
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I didn't get to see the whole show but managed to watch most of it. I liked what I saw. The Funk segment was great, now if they were aiming at bringing the old and the new together how come they didn't invite James Brown?. . . I agree with Gruno here, Michael McDonalds bit was awesome (it was great to see K. Loggins there as well), perfect pitch and perfect tunning for Michael The White... also Foo Fighters and Corea were surprisingly good, I love Chick Corea and seeing him interact with some new blood away from jazz is always a plus. Sting... well... again?. All in All, not as bad as previous years.
The Grammies are to music just as McDonald's is to food. Same bland nutritionally depleted slop no matter which location you go to. Nothing exciting or adventurous. The only variety is in whether or not you supersize it, or which sauce you get with your nuggets. Is that REAL chicken, or what?
That’s a great analogy Rene! BTW – When did Mc Donald’s take the “100% pure beef” off their rappers?
I think the Grammy's finest moment was when they gave the award to Jethro Tull as the best HEAVY METAL act. If that doesn't boast "WE KNOW MUSIC!", then what does?
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