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Originally Posted by Sarge
I'm interested in your theory regarding why Bruce is considered "cool and hip" and Meat isn't. But maybe we should save that for another thread.  I think complaints that Meat Loaf doesn't get the credit he deserves are totally unfounded, as I said before: http://www.mlukfc.com/forums/showthread.php?p=561889. |
@nikox1:
Like Sarge, I'd like to hear more on your theory as well- serious question. You seem to somehow take it personally that you don't think Meat is viewed as "cool", while Bruce is. You seem to imply that the media is somehow to blame.
For my part, I don't see Bruce portrayed as a "media darling" at all- not since 1985 at least. I really would like to see an example (
Rolling Stone mag not withstanding) As Sarge also said, lots of people call Bruce "overrated", or flat-out say they can't stand his singing voice. I've seen some of the most hateful things written about him because of his politics, which I don't think he's really all that vocal about, and IMO should not be used as a means to critique his music. Yet, the comments on almost any article about him seem to turn in that direction, even on YouTube videos! I talk to young people who either don't know who Bruce is, or just see him as one of those "old guys".
Bruce is supportive of young bands, and some of them cite him as an influence; The Dropkick Murphys and Gaslight Anthem are known fans, for example. Lady Gaga's a huge fan as well. Why do you think that is?
On that note, I've seen Bruce get up and play with virtual unknowns, which IMO was very,
very cool (yet not publicized anywhere):
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-P_9KJDwpag
But anyway- back to the album- so far, professional reviews have been mixed, but the fans seem to mostly like this one a lot, especially as compared to his last album.
I got my vinyl, too- just haven't had a chance to play it yet.
