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DandelionPowderman
Love their two first albums. Their latest isn't up there with the others, imo.
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Rockman
I love the Stones …… butts ……
Rolling Stones drummer Charlie Watts has
described Mick Jagger's backside as "one of the finest views in the country."
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Hairball
'Greatest Hits Band' of all time.
Nice, I like it!
And since they only play about 20 of them (out of many more), that's really testament to their overall greatness and vast catalogue.
I think "Best band ever" is still appropriate considering the longevity, the massive catalogue, and the fact they're still touring after all these years.
And 24FPS - I do recommend you see them just one more time on this current tour as they really are better than they've been for quite some time - Chicago #2 was excellent!
As I've been known to point out their misgivings when it's deserved (crappy records, poor performances, etc.), I can honestly say they are pretty darn great in a live setting right now.
I was convinced that one or two shows would be more than enough, and then committing to see four of them would be a test of my patience, but now I'm thinking of seeing more than the four I originally had planned!
Sure it's filled with warhorses, and yes they're basically a "Greatest Hits band" lol, but it's 2019, they're 75+ yrs old, and they're rocking the house!
Don't believe me? Then go see for yourself - almost guaranteed you will be at least somewhat impressed, and no doubt will have a fun time!
EDIT - As for the Raconteurs?
Not much to say other than they have a couple of decent tunes, but wouldn't go too far out of my way to see them, or put them anywhere near the same category as the Rolling Stones and other classic rock bands.
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DandelionPowderman
Love their two first albums. Their latest isn't up there with the others, imo.
I think their second was their best, but I love this one too. They're doing some great versions of songs from the first two albums on this current tour.
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marianna
I'm not a Jack White fan, and the lead singer isn't very good. They aren't very good songwriters, either. The lyrics aren't strong and the music doesn't stand out. The Stones can do greatest hits because they wrote songs that people remember. I'm not sure the Raconteurs will ever write anything that memorable.
Anybody with a guitar or bass or keyboards , trumpet , sax , drums can play Stones songs . Ask yourself this can anyone replicate Keith's phrasing and technique on the fretboard ? Can anyone sing and sound like Mick Jagger ? Of course the answer is no and that's the magic of the Rolling Stones . Right into today 2019 tour at there advanced age of mid 70's the Stones are plying there trade like no one else can as others have there bibs on in nursing homes and the Glimmer Twins are kicking butt and arms and shoulders and all other body parts and are not taking names as they are only taking smiles and applause and cheers . There music is simple note for note but try to get the fill on Honky Tonk to sound like the human riffmaster Keef does and then get back to me . Ditto for Mick Jaggers vocals !Quote
stone-relics
The Stones are just jealous...the Racks can play ALL of the Stones songs...but no way the Stones could play a single Rack song...hehehehehe
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TheGreekAnybody with a guitar or bass or keyboards , trumpet , sax , drums can play Stones songs . Ask yourself this can anyone replicate Keith's phrasing and technique on the fretboard ? Can anyone sing and sound like Mick Jagger ? Of course the answer is no and that's the magic of the Rolling Stones . Right into today 2019 tour at there advanced age of mid 70's the Stones are plying there trade like no one else can as others have there bibs on in nursing homes and the Glimmer Twins are kicking butt and arms and shoulders and all other body parts and are not taking names as they are only taking smiles and applause and cheers . There music is simple note for note but try to get the fill on Honky Tonk to sound like the human riffmaster Keef does and then get back to me . Ditto for Mick Jaggers vocals !Quote
stone-relics
The Stones are just jealous...the Racks can play ALL of the Stones songs...but no way the Stones could play a single Rack song...hehehehehe
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stone-relics
The Stones are just jealous...the Racks can play ALL of the Stones songs...but no way the Stones could play a single Rack song...hehehehehe
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Aquamarine
So, it seems Mick and Ronnie are big fans (go to 6.30)
Interview with Jack White and Brendan Benson
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Rip This
interesting interview....Jack wont confirm if he's written with Dylan....I wonder if he's written with Keith Richards?
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Rip This
interesting interview....Jack wont confirm if he's written with Dylan....I wonder if he's written with Keith Richards?
[www.rollingstone.com]
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rollmops
Even if one does not like Jack, it is undeniable that White loves music as much as Mick & Keith. They have been on a similar musical trip which was initiated by their admiration of the early bluesman then motivated by an ability to write songs in their own multifaceted style and take these songs to the top. I see them as fantastic musicians, still very active and dedicated to playing rock and roll.
Rockandroll,
Mops