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Location: NJ | david feiberg was the only original one up there the rest just hacks.
I guess he needs the money kinda sad but he should be able to get better players to back him up
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Location: Northwest Arkansas | We opened for Dr. Hook about 20 years ago. When they pulled up the inside of the bus looked like it was on fire (straight out of a Cheech and Chong movie). They stumbled inside and asked if they could use our gear. It was sad really. Ray had a big round band-aid over his eye, no patch and he wore sunglasses through the whole show and he was the only original member. No need to go any further, they didn't get asked back to that venue. The only nice thing was, they did use our gear. So we got the artist mix. That was very nice.
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Location: Miami | BOC... time to play B sides. Hehehe.
I saw them in the 90s and they sounded better than they did in the 70s. Then I saw Steppenwolf and could not believe even they sounded better than they did in the 60s. But 10 years later, the voice finally caved in. It seems that it's very hit or miss with these classic rockers. I for one swear that half of them should rock on, and the other half should retire.
Now, that being said, if it was me, I'd probably keep doing it until I didn't enjoy it anymore.
The freakiest vocal comeback in my opinion: Sting. In the 90s and 2000s during his solo stuff he just couldn't hit the old Police notes. Now he can. I know they transposed some songs down, but some they didn't.
I like what someone else said here: you can always restring a guitar! (Vocally, if only...) |
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Location: Orlando, FL | BOC is and was a great band. I've seen them live many times, but it's been about 10 years. They came to town the last 2 years and I couldn't make the shows, but talked to people who said they rocked. I hope they come through this year. Buck Dharma is a champ of cool guitar hooks and has a cool unique style.
As far as old artist/bands who still have it Paul Rodgers is still a GREAT singer. The whole bad company reunion looks just about as good as they ever were. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TMTpMAQz9-w&feature=endscreen&NR=1 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=03q-xIMgk98 Another 2 guys that still have it: Leslie West and Peter Frampton. This is a great clip of them doing Mississippi Queen. The music doesn't start til about 1:30. Leslie west had his leg amputated a year or so ago due to diabetes, but still tours regularly. In the video, he says to Frampton "my manager's dead, his manager's dead, we both had the same agent, he's dead, what the f@ck are well still doing here Peter?" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VMhPgo2fofg&list=FLyBxmeeh1XzfRbqzCmP0fRg&index=4 |
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Location: Flahdaw | Some fairly recent stuff of Toto's still sounds REALLY good. I would go see THEM... |
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Location: Miami | +1 on Frampton. Unbelievably fresh. |
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Location: cincinnati, ohio | We’ve been playing 42 years (44 if you count an early duo). Vocally we’ve been lucky; we sound pretty much the same as we did back in the day (and I have the CDs to prove it – lol!). We still have our choice of places to play, a regular following, and appreciative responses. So as long as we can still bring it, why should we stop?
As far as the pros – we all have examples of people who have “lost it.” What about those who still have it? James Taylor hasn’t dropped a stitch. Eagles – their harmony still soars. Crosby, Stills and Nash (surprisingly) sounded great at Riverbend last year, and on their DVD. Even Stills . He was hitting the high note on the “Suite:” – “It’s my HEART that a sufferin’ and a dyin’…” – no problem. Original key, too. Jackson Browne is another example.
I think it’s interesting, too, that the repertoires of the above artists all lean toward the mellow side. Easier on the voices.
And speaking of someone who hasn’t lost a step – what about Tony Bennett? Wow!
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Location: Orlando, FL | I think this granny should have gotten the drummer gig with Quicksilver... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NRhoHN8x_00 |
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Location: Michigan | might be time for an early retirement for the lead singer.GWB
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Reasons to quit playing out
1. You are Ray Sawyer
2. Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
3.You haven't taken a breath in more than thirty minutes....
Other than that, play on! |
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Location: Northwest Arkansas | Plus 1 Fillhixx. Plus 1. |
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Location: Bristol England | Fillhixx
I'll drink to that !!!!
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Location: Jet City | Apparently 71 isn't the age. Sir Paul rocked out 4 hours with the remaining Nirvana members joining in for several songs during the encore. I wish I had the $ to go
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Location: Michigan | it is time
http://www.halloweenmart.com/media/core/nt/t_BSCA147_ORIGINAL_DEAD_... |
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Location: Flahdaw | tpa - 2013-07-14 12:41 PM
"when is it time to retire from playing live???" When no one listens anymore.
Yeah, that's the best answer. I know people in their 20's that should "retire" |
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Location: Bristol England | To give you an idea of how bad (or sad) things are in the UK my local church recently advertised an "Open Mic Night" with tickets costing £7. So now you are expected to pay for performing for nothing! Unbelievable. |
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Location: Flahdaw | ...uh...wow..... |
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Location: Sunshine State, Australia | The performers were charged 7 quid, or the audience? |
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Location: Bristol England | Everybody. |
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Location: Nashville TN. | guitarwannabee - 2013-07-13 11:25 PM
i ran across one of my favorite bands from back in the 60's on you tube and took a look at some live playing in the 2000's and i was so saddened by what i saw and heard.i think that there is a time that you have to be honest with yourself and say it is time to stop.so sad.GWB
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-V92me4aMj0
Little Jimmy still playing at age 92 ........ |
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Location: Michigan | this list is pretty cool , there are allot of music stars still around. GWB
http://www.ihopeidiebeforeigetold.com/oldest-living-rock-stars.php |
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Location: Michigan | these guys gave it up in 2012 and with some weaker vocals expected at their age they still sounded very good. what a great drum solo and great bass guitar playing.
this is the way i would like to see a great band go out on top of their game.GWB
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pA7V68w5hiA
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Location: Hot Springs, S.D. | They quit because they are dead. The lead guitarist died in Jan. 2012 and the bass player in Dec. 2012. I bet if they were still alive they'd still be playing.
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Location: Flahdaw | Being "dead" hasn't stopped a LOT of people from continuing to play... |
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when is it time to retire from playing live???
