John Entwhistle - bassist for The Who ... casual music fans always talk about Pete, Roger or Keith first but, but The Ox was an absolute beast on the bass.
I couldn't agree more. The album 'Quadrophenia' is proof enough, but if you consider there entire catalog, he's just a monster. I remember when I first started listening to The Who, i listened to the bass and thought "damn, that sure is a different way to play the bass".
All true, but again, how is he underrated? I've never heard a "greatest bassist ever" conversation that didn't include his name early and often. In fact, I'd consider him to be the most respected bass player in the history of rock.
One of the Who Documentaries contains Entwhistle's explanation of the difference between a bass guitar player and a bassist...believe those were the terms used....he was a bass guitar player.
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I always thought Travis Barker was an underrated drummer. Probably because he was in a goofy ass band for so long. I'd really like to see what he could do in a different setting. I always thought he and Andre 3000 from Outkast should form a rock group for some reason.
Are you doing another "Backyard and Lawnchair" concert this year?
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he's playing for my milestone birthday this year. at least he told me I don't look my age at a show last week
if you want details on my age, ask Nothingman54.
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Mike Campbell of Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers is one....
I completely agree with this. Watching the 30th Anniversary Concert DVD that came with the first pressing of Peter Bogdanovich's Runnin' Down A Dream documentary, I was amazed by how Campbell knows just exactly what to play, whether it's the subtle coloring in "Southern Accents" and "Insider" or just ripping the place apart at the end of "Runnin' Down A Dream". He seems like such a humble, unassuming guy that he'll probably never get all the credit he deserves, but he's definitely one of the best. Good call. And we might as well add Petty's keyboard player Benmont Tench to the underrated list too. Two fantastic players. Tom is lucky to have them.
For me, I'll nominate Clash drummer Topper Headon. I've got a live Clash show from the London Lyceum on the Give 'em Enough Rope tour and Headon is just a monster on it. I never fully appreciated him until I heard that boot. I think Joe Strummer once said that The Clash never played a good gig after they let Topper go. That's probably a bit of an exaggeration, but there's probably some truth in it too.
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One of the Who Documentaries contains Entwhistle's explanation of the difference between a bass guitar player and a bassist...believe those were the terms used....he was a bass guitar player.
I love that scene. "This is bass.......*pauses to crank*......... This is bass guitar"
Gotta agree with the Deleo bros from STP
How bout Hendrix's rhythm sections
Adam Jones>doesn't play the craziest but it's practically impossible to be instantly identifiable
Chad Smith>one of the tightest drummer around
Rich Robinson>I think it's common knowledge that the Brothers Robinson run this band, but it seems like he's always been majorly overshadowed by their hired gun lead player
Brant Bjork - his drumming work with kyuss is second to none, and his solo work is also worth a look (get jalamanta).
Mike Patton - simply the best vocalist of our time, the range and power in his voice is untouched check out his solo stuff and collaborations released on ipecac.
Clutch - should have sold like 100 million records by now, but for some reason never made the mainstream. one of the best live acts around too.
Melvins - taught Cobain everything they new but never got the recognition they deserved for essentially starting grunge music. Houdini is a must.
I always thought Travis Barker was an underrated drummer. Probably because he was in a goofy ass band for so long. I'd really like to see what he could do in a different setting. I always thought he and Andre 3000 from Outkast should form a rock group for some reason.
he is BRILLIANT on that live album Blink182 released. very different style to whats going on around him, like u said, they were a very goofy band. he is a fantastic drummer though. he just needs to stop playing with crap bands (altho i have as soft spot for some of blink182's stuff, notably Dude Ranch).
I can't believe no one has said RICHARD WRIGHT OF PINK FLOYD yet! I guess that's why he's an underrated musician. He was totally responsible for what is "The Pink Floyd sound."
I always thought Travis Barker was an underrated drummer. Probably because he was in a goofy ass band for so long. I'd really like to see what he could do in a different setting. I always thought he and Andre 3000 from Outkast should form a rock group for some reason.
he is BRILLIANT on that live album Blink182 released. very different style to whats going on around him, like u said, they were a very goofy band. he is a fantastic drummer though. he just needs to stop playing with crap bands (altho i have as soft spot for some of blink182's stuff, notably Dude Ranch).
I liked their last album....which was a little more serious....but it also split them up.
I saw Fleetwood Mac in Feb. and he was so awesome
When I left I was thinking how whenever the subject of great guitarist comes up he is never metioned but should be.
I noticed someone said Robert DeLeo, which is who I was comign on here to mention...good pick, he's a very underrated bass player.
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Ooohhhh there's a serious contender for the title right there. He's got it all too - a genuine bona fide genius. and a hell of a singer, performer, pianist, songwriter and VERY distinctive guitarist.
I LOVE MATTHEW BELLAMY! I mean, my love for Eddie extends further, but Matt is so damn talented, I love his crazy vocals and piano skills
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neko case - most underrated songwriter that i personally listen to. i never really hear anything bad said about neko, but i never hear people rave about her songwriting either. it's always about "that voice" if anything. she writes some serious poetry and her songs are beautiful. all of them.
Jennifer Batton- was Michael Jackson's guitarist for about 2 decades. She's the one with the crazy blonde wig. Amazing guitarist and terrific on stage.
The two band leaders from my favorite forgotten band of the 80's - The Hooters. Their names are Eric Bazilian and Rob Hymen and they incorporated various instruments to create a unique sound, the most notable being the "hooter", or a type of keyboard harmonica used in a lot of traditional German music. For some reason this band never really got the respect I think it deserved. I mean come on, it played at Live Aid. Roger Waters was a fan. Rob Hymen also co-wrote "Time After Time" by Cyndi Lauper and Eric Bazilian wrote "One of Us" by Joan Osborne. Very talented guys.
The two band leaders from my favorite forgotten band of the 80's - The Hooters. Their names are Eric Bazilian and Rob Hymen and they incorporated various instruments to create a unique sound, the most notable being the "hooter", or a type of keyboard harmonica used in a lot of traditional German music. For some reason this band never really got the respect I think it deserved. I mean come on, it played at Live Aid. Roger Waters was a fan. Rob Hymen also co-wrote "Time After Time" by Cyndi Lauper and Eric Bazilian wrote "One of Us" by Joan Osborne. Very talented guys.
Big Head Todd (Park Mohr) is a way underrated guitarist.
If I had known then what I know now...
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For me it has to be Michael Franti not only for his strong political lyrics but his social activisim and free 9/11 concerts in San Francisco every year since 1999.
I call my friend the barefooted wonder.
Peace
*We CAN bomb the World to pieces, but we CAN'T bomb it into PEACE*...Michael Franti
*MUSIC IS the expression of EMOTION.....and that POLITICS IS merely the DECOY of PERCEPTION*
.....song_Music & Politics....Michael Franti
*The scientists of today think deeply instead of clearly. One must be sane to think clearly, but one can think deeply and be quite INSANE*....Nikola Tesla(a man who shaped our world of electricity with his futuristic inventions)
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Nina Perrson (Vocalist) - The Cardigans - Amazing voice both live and on record.
pepper keenan (c.o.c,down)
steve earle
mark lanegan
i know you guys will know these artists,but in the uk these guys are only playing clubs so thats why i think they are underrated
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he's playing for my milestone birthday this year. at least he told me I don't look my age at a show last week
if you want details on my age, ask Nothingman54.
8/08 - Ed solo in DC, 6/09 Ed in B'more,
10/10 - Brad in B'more
For me, I'll nominate Clash drummer Topper Headon. I've got a live Clash show from the London Lyceum on the Give 'em Enough Rope tour and Headon is just a monster on it. I never fully appreciated him until I heard that boot. I think Joe Strummer once said that The Clash never played a good gig after they let Topper go. That's probably a bit of an exaggeration, but there's probably some truth in it too.
2006 - Chicago 1 (5/16 - United Center), Chicago 2 (5/17 - United Center)
2009 - Chicago 1 (8/23 - United Center), Chicago 2 (8/24 - United Center)
2013 - Chicago (7/19 - Wrigley Field)
2014 - Moline (10/17 - iWireless Center), Milwaukee (10/20 - Bradley Arena)
2016 - New York City 1 (5/1 - MSG), New York City 2 (5/2 - MSG), Chicago 1 (8/20 - Wrigley Field), Chicago 2 (8/22 - Wrigley Field)
2018 - Chicago 1 (8/18 - Wrigley Field), Chicago 2 (8/20 - Wrigley Field)
I love that scene. "This is bass.......*pauses to crank*......... This is bass guitar"
Gotta agree with the Deleo bros from STP
How bout Hendrix's rhythm sections
Adam Jones>doesn't play the craziest but it's practically impossible to be instantly identifiable
Chad Smith>one of the tightest drummer around
Rich Robinson>I think it's common knowledge that the Brothers Robinson run this band, but it seems like he's always been majorly overshadowed by their hired gun lead player
Mike Patton - simply the best vocalist of our time, the range and power in his voice is untouched check out his solo stuff and collaborations released on ipecac.
Clutch - should have sold like 100 million records by now, but for some reason never made the mainstream. one of the best live acts around too.
Melvins - taught Cobain everything they new but never got the recognition they deserved for essentially starting grunge music. Houdini is a must.
he is BRILLIANT on that live album Blink182 released. very different style to whats going on around him, like u said, they were a very goofy band. he is a fantastic drummer though. he just needs to stop playing with crap bands (altho i have as soft spot for some of blink182's stuff, notably Dude Ranch).
Pearl Jam bootlegs:
http://wegotshit.blogspot.com
I liked their last album....which was a little more serious....but it also split them up.
I saw Fleetwood Mac in Feb. and he was so awesome
When I left I was thinking how whenever the subject of great guitarist comes up he is never metioned but should be.
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8/23/09 - Chicago, IL
9/28/09 - Salt Lake City, UT (11 years too long!!!)
9/03/11 - East Troy, WI - PJ20 - Night 1
9/04/11 - East Troy, WI - PJ20 - Night 2
too much inner bullshit with em.
On the topic of Bassists / Bass players / Bass guitarists....Chris Wolstenholme from Muse has some serious chops on him. case point "Hysteria".
I LOVE MATTHEW BELLAMY! I mean, my love for Eddie extends further, but Matt is so damn talented, I love his crazy vocals and piano skills
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incredible
this one's nice, turn it REAL loud
Here's the video to probably their biggest hit.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DOoU_0PAKoI
Good call on The Hooters! They really are a great band. I started listening to them a lot after I heard My Beat Up Guitar. Great song!
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Missoula 12
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I call my friend the barefooted wonder.
Peace
*MUSIC IS the expression of EMOTION.....and that POLITICS IS merely the DECOY of PERCEPTION*
.....song_Music & Politics....Michael Franti
*The scientists of today think deeply instead of clearly. One must be sane to think clearly, but one can think deeply and be quite INSANE*....Nikola Tesla(a man who shaped our world of electricity with his futuristic inventions)