MUSIC

SuperiorHuron · May 26, 2020, 7:59 PM

Since this whole quarantine business had started, I found myself listening to more and more music. I've discovered more and more bands I've since being home, with my son repeatedly telling me I have bad taste(What does he know. He's almost 14. I've raised him better that what he listens to! HA!) So anyway, what are some of YOUR favorite songs/musicians? What do you think I should try?! I like everything everything, so nothing is off limits!

Aria · May 26, 2020, 9:48 PM

@SuperiorHuron
I mean, your gif makes this one pretty obvious, but.....

Queen.

I have this theory that it is physically impossible to listen to Freddie Mercury and not feel at least a little bit better, regardless of whatever might be going on in your life. I've told this theory to many friends and they all think I'm crazy until they try it and it works every single time.

I've had friends who had their partner of seven years leave in the middle of the night, cutting off all contact without warning. I've had friends lose a parent to a years-long battle with cancer.

Did listening to Queen solve their heartache? No.
Did it make those moments just a little more bearable? Yes.

So, Queen.
The only other band that comes even close is The Struts.

SuperiorHuron · May 26, 2020, 10:06 PM

@Aria haha you would think so, BUT lol Manchester Orchestra is one that I've found. A lot of Indie bands actually. I've just dipped into a whole new genre that I liked, but never delved into until recently. In response to yours? David Bowie and Queen's Under Pressure is probably one of my favorites. As soon as it starts, you instantly KNOW what it is. You turn it up and roll down the window....and like you said, things are more bearable.

Macha · May 28, 2020, 3:02 AM

I've been working on a project lately that has me neck deep in 80s music. Rush, Eddie Money, Ratt, Oingo Boingo, Poison, Boston, Aerosmith... Spotify playlists!

I will say when I need totally juvenile giggles and good music? Ninja Sex Party. They've been used a lot, lately, to try and keep my sense of humor.

Lotherio · May 26, 2020, 10:40 PM

@SuperiorHuron said in MUSIC:

Pressure is probably one of my favorites. As soon as it starts, you instantly KNOW what it is.

Stop, calibrate and listen ...

I'll listen to anything. Ramones are my all time favorite. Seen them a few times, have all their American vinyls and all the UK b-sides. Been listening to Claudie Mackula for inspiration on the new place

Ganymede · May 26, 2020, 11:05 PM

I've sat and listened to YouTube Music randomly pick shit I'm supposed to enjoy.

Today, as I worked from home, I started with Danny Kaye.

Did not regret any part of that decision.

SuperiorHuron · May 26, 2020, 11:16 PM

@Lotherio said in MUSIC:

Stop, calibrate and listen ...

Wretched · May 27, 2020, 2:46 AM

Testament · May 27, 2020, 3:21 PM

My interests fall all over the place, though the foundation is built in a mixture of 90s industrial and 60/70s rock.

That all being said, I've really really gotten into this band called Junius. Prog rock, space rock, call it whatever you like, but I've wholly and utterly fallen in love with the sound, the lyrics, and the meaning behind the song that these two guys write.

Also, been listening to a lot of Run the Jewels as well. Best rap duo out there.

SuperiorHuron · May 28, 2020, 3:02 AM

@Macha when I want to drive my husband crazy, I play mc chris. https://youtu.be/MUu9SkBQcXw lol thats my humor on occassion.

Rinel · May 28, 2020, 5:27 AM

OH FOR JUST ONE TIME
I WOULD TAKE THE NORTHWEST PASSAGE
TO FIND THE HAND OF FRANKLIN
REACHING FOR THE BEAUFORT SEA

Stan Rogers is everything. Gorgeous songs? Stan Rogers. Hopeful songs? Stan Rogers. Resolute songs? Stan Rogers? Horribly sad songs? Stan fucking Rogers.

And of course hilarious songs too.

Oh, and I like Mika.

Atomic · May 29, 2020, 2:02 AM

I have recently found this band:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mKkIysX2Bow

And lately, I am finding it quite applicable to what is happening these days.

JinShei · May 29, 2020, 6:10 PM

Can I offer a little Beautiful South? If only for this video.

JinShei · May 29, 2020, 6:24 PM

Oh, and here, have a virtual festival.. 3pm UK time tomorrow (Saturday)

SuperiorHuron · May 29, 2020, 6:37 PM

@JinShei That's an amazing an idea!

Atomic · May 29, 2020, 8:59 PM

@JinShei Video doesn't wanna play in my filthy country.

JinShei · May 29, 2020, 9:00 PM

@Atomic Video starts later today too...

Auspice · May 29, 2020, 9:06 PM

All the ways to watch Springsteen play with Dropkick Murphys tonight. Starts in an hour.

This is FREE, but they are asking for donations! (Proceeds to Boston Resiliency Fund, Feeding America, and Habitat for Humanity)

SuperiorHuron · May 29, 2020, 9:32 PM

@Atomic said in MUSIC:

@JinShei Video doesn't wanna play in my filthy country.

https://youtu.be/jy-ukbk8hHQ

there!

Saulot · Jun 17, 2020, 10:27 PM

I've been introduced a good amount of new artists since the quarantine started, and in large part because friends were bored with nothing to do when stuck at home. I usually listen to rap with a smaller mix of prog and math rock, but I've been introduced to a lot of new acts. My favorites have Seaux Chill, Don Tolliver, and 36 Crazyfists. On top of all that I've fallen in love with the Deftones all over again.