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Post by SAT-I need more room!! on Jun 11, 2003 20:38:32 GMT -5
It's a testament to my obliviousness that I totally didn't guess why you were so excited about today's post.  Martina McBride - She's not on my radar at all. I don't know any of her songs except for her version of "O Holy Night" which is played frequently by a local radio station here during the holidays. I'll say that she has a nice clear voice on that track but it doesn't stand out for me. You have suggested several times that I check her out and I swear I will someday.  Paul McCartney - is it strange that I have a hard time considering all of the great music Paul made in the 70s as solo stuff? What about giving some props to Denny Laine and Linda? Anyway, I love Wings and if there were two groups that were played in the house of my childhood 24/7 it was them and Steely Dan. I like the post-Beatles era for Paul so much better than the 60s. Faves: Band On The Run, No More Lonely Nights, My Love, With A Little Luck, Maybe I'm Amazed, Silly Love Songs, Beware My Love McCoys - I only know "Hang On Sloopy" which I don't like at all. Gene McDaniels - Gee, his name is so familiar. Is he the "100 lbs. Of Clay" guy? If it is then I always get his stuff mixed up with Jackie Wilson. I think there's also a song of his I like called "Tower of Strength". Michael McDonald - LOVE him! LOVE his voice! LOVE everything about him! Okay I'll stop now. Seriously, I'm definitely in the camp that thinks McDonald made the Doobie Bros better. And I like a lot of his solo stuff too. I was at an outdoor concert of his in 1999 and it was one of the most enjoyable musical experiences ever. [small voice] I also find him strangely attractive [/small voice]. As my friend Christy says - "he looks like he'd be a good hugger".  Faves: Take It To Heart, Hey Girl, I Keep Forgettin, By Heart, On My Own Yes, you would've thought you would know! I'm holding you to checking her stuff out!! |
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Post by SAT-I need more room!! on Jun 11, 2003 20:53:42 GMT -5
Well, well, well, Martina IS a special lady!! I always like to hear her whenever I "catch" her, but actually I am just beginning to listen to country music again. (And I'm working my way up to the newer stuff) But I will say that I LOVED her performance right there in the middle of Colorado Blvd to start the Rose Parade a couple of years ago! She did a GREAT job!!!! (Sorry I don't have more!) Paul McCartney: Well, I hope he and his new bride are very happy! (and I am actually NOT be faceitous) Anyway, I suppose I need to rediscover "Wings"--and he was always my favorite Beatle!  The McCoys-I THINK they appear on the one Hullabaloo DVD that I do not yet own. ;D Anyway, I still remember when "Hang on Sloopy" was in the Top 10. I'll have to look up their version of "Fever" Gene McDaniels--That name sounds familiar; is he the one who sang "Tower of Strength"? If so, I'll count that as a favorite. Michael McDonald-One time, during the time when he was appearing on "everybody's" records, I was watching SCTV and they had a skit in which "Micheal" kept having to drive his sports car REALLY fast to make it just in time to record his part on each of a bunch of records. (Doesn't sound very funny, does it? Oh well, something's been lost in the translation--becase it WAS! ;D) I don't think he played Michael, (Tho' maybe he did) but I recall Rick Moranis being in that skit. I would have LOVED to have seen that Martina performance!! Any recollection of what she did?? Rali-NOTHING was lost in the translation-that is one of my FAVORITE skits of ALL TIME!!!!! It was hilarious!! Rick did indeed play Michael! He was rushing in the car to the studio to sing "Such a long way to go...." in the background of Christopher Cross' Ride Like the Wind! I have it on tape!!! |
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Post by Railyn on Jun 11, 2003 20:56:32 GMT -5
Ok, Sat, I had a hunch about who would be the topic of this post............... ;D
Anyway, you and I have discussed her. I think she's pretty decent, from someone who has a strong disliking for country music. She has a lovely voice, and is very pretty, and was a good opening act for Garth Brooks. I enjoyed meeting her - she was very personable. The only song of her's I really know is Independence Day, and I applauded her for taking the slightly higher road with domestic violence than the Dixie Bit**es did with Goodbye Earl - sorry but those 3 really make me mad - even before the whole Bush thing - they trashed a valid topic with that song. Hey battered ladies, don't leave your husband, just chop him into pieces and toss him in a lake and the police won't be any the wiser, Hahahahahahah! At least she treated the topic with a little more sensitivity.
As for McCartney, love him! My favorite solo Beatle will always be George Harrison, but Wings is a great group, as is Paul on his own. Probably my favorite, and pretty much everyone will think I'm nuts, is "Take It Away". I just love that song, and I kick butt with it on Karaoke!
I don't know much about Rick Derringer and his group except that Rick on his own has produced many popular artists and albums.
I don't have any idea who Gene McDaniels is, sorry.
I don't like Michael McDonald, with or without the Doobie Brothers. I really don't like YaMoBeThere. I had a hard time deciphering it when it first came out. First, I thought it was "You Got Beer There?" and then "You Gonna Be There?". However, I did like "Running Scared" - the movie that "Sweet Freedom" was the theme for, if that counts.
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Post by SAT-I need more room!! on Jun 11, 2003 21:01:16 GMT -5
Wow, it took me a hour just to read that! LOL!! Martina McBride...I enjoy her music and like her voice. I don't own any of her records, but I have heard her on the radio when I'm in a country music mood. I don't agree with your blonde theroy, look at Shania...I think it's more like how much skin you're willing to show! LOL!! Faves Independence Day, Concrete Angel and O Holy Night. Paul McCartney...I liked him more when he was with the Beatles. Not a big fan of Wings, but I do like some songs. Faves Maybe I'm Amazed and Silly Loves Songs. McCoys...Who?? Oh yeah, Hang on Sloopy...it's an OK song. Gene McDaniels...Who?? Sorry, don't know him. Michael McDonald...I guess if you like the sound of mumbling, he's good!! LOL!! I really don't like him. Ok, first of all, you need to buy her records!! Second, I shoulda clarified what I meant. With Faith, it seems to be all about her Maybelline ads and how many magazine covers she is on, not her singing talent (which she does have). With Shania, it's because she has very catchy songs that the mass audience can follow easily, ya know? |
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Post by SAT-I need more room!! on Jun 11, 2003 21:06:49 GMT -5
Martina McBride- OK--- here we go. I think Martina was probably the greatest tennis player in the history of womens tenn- what  Oh-- MCBRIDE. OK. Ken McBride was a stalwart pitcher for the Angels back in the-- huh??? Oh- MARTINA McBride. Who's that??? Seriously, I knew very little about Martina before joining first YL and then the Click. I'm not a huge Country fan, but I thought I'd check her out (after all that's one of the main reasons for being on a music board) and I REALLY like her voice. I'll admit I have only heard a few of her songs but I like what I've heard, and will continue to investigate. Faves: I Love You, Whatever You Say, Wrong Again. And, Adam, you're right she's pretty hot looking. Paul McCartney- What can I say -- Second only to Elvis in pop/rock music if you include The Beatles, Wings, and his solo stuff. Such a greatwriter and musician. So many favorites (not including the Beatles stuff): Uncle Albert/Admiral Halsey, Another Day, Band On The Run, My Love, Sally G, Silly Love Songs, Freedom, Listen To What The Man Said, Live and Let Die, Jet, Coming Up, Let Em In. McCoys- Hang On Sloopy is a great song, but was grossly overplayed. The cover of Fever, IMO, is Hang On Sloopy again, with different words. Don't like it at all. The best version of Fever, IMO, is by Little Willie John. Check it out if you have the chance. Gene McDaniels- Not bad in a somewhat limited way. His biggest hit was100 Pounds of Clay -- pretty good song (check out the cover "200 Pounds of Clay" by Dee Dee Sharpe- Dedicated to Chubby Checker). The rest (Tower Of Strength, Pointof No Return, and to a lesser extent,Chip Chip) were sound-alikes. Michael McDonald- Decent singer. Not one of my faves. Sorta like On My Own and I Keep Forgettin'. Sorta don't like Yah Mo B There. LMAO!!! You crack me up, H2!! ;D I really didn't know that you had been investigating her! Too cool! Did you discover those songs on your own, or did you see me mention them? |
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Post by SAT-I need more room!! on Jun 11, 2003 21:15:07 GMT -5
Wow! I thought I was the only person who got totally obsessive over singers and memorized facts about their lives. Guess not... Martina - Love, love, love her. One of my all-time favorite country singers. You're right, she's got an AMAZING voice and not many country singers today can hold a note like Martina. She seems like such a wonderful person too, and that is so refreshing in times like these. I only have one of her albums (her greatest hits), but it's a fave. I don't think there's a single song on it that I don't like. And she's a wonderful live performer too! Faves - My Baby Loves Me, Safe in the Arms of Love, Wild Angels, Love's the Only House, When God-Fearin' Women Get the Blues, Concrete Angel, Valentine, Wrong Again. Also, Where Would You Be and Whatever You Say - These songs are amazing. Martina's voice is so strong on them and I love the whole sad love song thing. Especially Whatever You Say. I can't type WOW big enough here. A Broken Wing - I like to think that this song is kind of about me. Tired of putting up with her crappy life, the woman leaves a note saying goodbye and lets the curtains blow in the breeze as she flies out of there. Ah. Independence Day - This is the most amazing song. It's so sad and tragic, but at the same time it's a song of praise and...freedom. I've been so in love with this song for years. The only one on here worth talking about today, in my opinion. Sorry, I'm just not a McCartney fan. WOW, what a write up! More than I expected! See, and what you said about her being a wonderful person, that is a big part of what I like about her-she's real, and a quality person. Her family is first, career is second. Works tirelessly for charity. The fact she is the best singer and good looking are bonuses! Funny how you named all the singles and I named the deeper tracks! LOL! Except, Whatever You Say! That song blows me away every time! Love the video too!! |
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Post by meg&huntsmom on Jun 11, 2003 21:20:26 GMT -5
Ok, first of all, you need to buy her records!! Second, I shoulda clarified what I meant. With Faith, it seems to be all about her Maybelline ads and how many magazine covers she is on, not her singing talent (which she does have). With Shania, it's because she has very catchy songs that the mass audience can follow easily, ya know? Why don't you make me a copy? Oh, I know what you meant. I guess there is alway one or two stars that "cross-over" to the pop stations, and I think that's what happened with Faith, "Breathe" was a pretty song, and pop stations picked it up, and she got a bigger following...or maybe I'm totally wrong. Oh, I'm sure most men will say they like Shania for the catchy songs, not the strapless, form fitting, belly bearing outfits!! LOL!! |
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Post by SAT-I need more room!! on Jun 11, 2003 21:21:50 GMT -5
Martina McBride-Well, I can't say much, because I don't listen to any country made after the 70's, but I've caught bits and pieces on CMT from time to time. She's pretty, and she has a nice voice. I'm just the wrong person to ask.....  Sir Paul-Two words: Seventh grade!! That was when my Macca obsession was at it's peak, and Wings music will always remind me of that wonderful year when I started "coming of age", liking girls and so forth. He's an "Elite" on my top 5 list, right up there with Brian! Even his weaker 70's albums such as "Wild Life" had songs that I still hold dear. He started losing it after the MJ duets, though... AWWW, what the heck! I'll do an album-by-album, like I did with Zeppelin McCartney-Interesting solo debut. He played every instrument, which not many people did in those days, but if anyone had the talent to pull it off, it was him! A bit "unfinished" sounding in places, but full of great moments. 3 stars*** Ram-Slight imprivement over McCartney, this album had more of a direction. Of course Linda's singing took it down a notch, but there were still many great moments. 3 1/2 stars ***1/2 Wild Life-The album that even HE hates.. Maybe I'm sentimental, but I like it. A couple of cuts, like "I Am Your Singer" ARE pretty bad, but he was re-inventing himself, working with a new band, trying out new things. The brief accoustic piece midway through side 2 is worthwile. 3 stars*** Red Rose Speedway-With the exception of "Loup (First Indian On The Moon)", a great album! (Seriously, I don't know WHAT they were smokin' when they did THAT cut!!) Actually, he sounds kind of stoned throughout the album, but in a good way, for the most part. 4 stars**** Band On The Run-The quintesential 70's album! Recorded in Lagos (WHY did he want to record THERE?), this album captures something that he would never capture again. The most cohesive, intense, and focused album he ever made! 5 stars***** Venus And Mars-How do you follow up a masterpiece? Why, go to the "Big Easy", of course!! Recorded during Mardi Gras (yet, I don't hear it in the music.. Except the spoken intro to "Listen to What The Man Said" sounded kinda Cajun). His career and his music was evolving, and this album was another step in the right direction! 4 stars**** Wings At The Speed Of Sound-UH OH! Lead vocals by Linda, Joe English, and Jimmy McColoch, take this album down several notches. Maybe Paul was feeling burnout, or maybe he wanted to make it more of a "band" effort by letting the others sing.. Only Denny Laine's 2 songs stand out alongside Paul's. Even some of Paul's songs were sub-par.. "Beware My Love" and the two hits were great, though! 3 stars*** I'm skipping the live album because I've never owned it. London Town-Much better than "Speed Of Sound", but still not up to Paul's standards. A few songs are pointless, but "Girlfriend", "I've Had Enough", "Deliver Your Children", and "Name and Address" stand out alongside the hit single "With A Little Luck". 3 1/2 stars***1/2 Back To The Egg-This was the album I didn't buy until I was an adult (it was very hard to find in the mid 80's, when he was switching record companies. I think it was out of print for a while.) I bought the CD around 1991, put it in my player, and hit the "shuffle" button by mistake. It went straight to "So Glad To See You Here". HELLO!! What a rockin' track!! Then I played the rest of the album and LOVED it right away. My personal favorite, and even though many may not agree, I'm going to give it 5 stars*****!!! McCartney II-For years, I thought this album was garbage. But I'm sure there are many musicians who would love to go through McCartney's garbage to find great ideas! The live version of "Coming Up" was included as a bonus record with the original lp, but oddly enough, is NOT a bonus track on the CD. There are a couple of interesting synth-pop (almost New Wave sounding) instrumentals on side 2, as well as a beautiful ballad called "One Of These Days". But the Herbie Hanc0ck-sounding "Temporary Secretary" doesn't really cut it.. 2 1/2 stars**1/2 Tug Of War-It's good, but I don't think it's as good as a lot of people say it is. "Take It Away", "Somebody Who Cares" and "Dress Me Up As a Robber" are probably the best cuts. Oh, yeah, and "Ebony & Ivory". 3 stars*** Pipes Of Peace-This album also has its moments, not GREAT, but listenable. If I had to choose between this and Tug Of War, I'd choose this. IMO, "The Man" is the only song he did with MJ that was really good, and it wasn't even a hit. A shame..... 3 1/2 stars***1/2 Give My Regards To Broadstreet-I hate re-recordings! The new songs were good, I've never seen the movie. But I HATE re-recordings!!! 2 stars (ouch)** Press To Play-Never got into it, but never really gave it a chance.... So I won't rate it. The only album I have after that is Flaming Pie, which is probably his best work in years. OK, on to the rest: McCoys-Three hit wonder, but they were three great hits! Gene McDaniels-"Tower Of Strength" is funny, the trombone makes me think of a crying elephant (must be all those cartoons I watched as a kid). Michael McDonald-I'm a big fan. But I'm too burned out from McCartney to say much more...... Hey, no prob about Martina! You coulda trashed her from lack of knowledge, but you didn't, you were honest! But you DO owe it to yourself to check out more! (HAD to get that plug in there!) I love reading album reviews like you did! Makes me know what other tunes to listen to. While I don't own many Macca albums, you SO owe it to yourself (again) to get Over America!! Such a killer live album!! |
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Post by SAT-I need more room!! on Jun 11, 2003 21:25:05 GMT -5
Why don't you make me a copy? Oh, I know what you meant. I guess there is alway one or two stars that "cross-over" to the pop stations, and I think that's what happened with Faith, "Breathe" was a pretty song, and pop stations picked it up, and she got a bigger following...or maybe I'm totally wrong. Oh, I'm sure most men will say they like Shania for the catchy songs, not the strapless, form fitting, belly bearing outfits!! LOL!! Because YOU should show your support and BUY the album, so Martina gets the money!! No, you are right about Faith. Just found out the other day Breathe was the most played song PERIOD of 2000. That's scary. You know, Shania is certainly not ugly, but in many pics, is sorta plain. Meaning nothing stands out. I mean, Martina has the eyes, Faith has the hair. Nothing leaps out from Shania. |
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Post by meg&huntsmom on Jun 11, 2003 21:30:55 GMT -5
You know, Shania is certainly not ugly, but in many pics, is sorta plain. Meaning nothing stands out. I mean, Martina has the eyes, Faith has the hair. Nothing leaps out from Shania. LOL!! I think you need to look down a bit!!  |
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Post by SAT-I need more room!! on Jun 11, 2003 21:31:50 GMT -5
Ok, Sat, I had a hunch about who would be the topic of this post............... ;D Anyway, you and I have discussed her. I think she's pretty decent, from someone who has a strong disliking for country music. She has a lovely voice, and is very pretty, and was a good opening act for Garth Brooks. I enjoyed meeting her - she was very personable. The only song of her's I really know is Independence Day, and I applauded her for taking the slightly higher road with domestic violence than the Dixie Bit**es did with Goodbye Earl - sorry but those 3 really make me mad - even before the whole Bush thing - they trashed a valid topic with that song. Hey battered ladies, don't leave your husband, just chop him into pieces and toss him in a lake and the police won't be any the wiser, Hahahahahahah! At least she treated the topic with a little more sensitivity. As for McCartney, love him! My favorite solo Beatle will always be George Harrison, but Wings is a great group, as is Paul on his own. Probably my favorite, and pretty much everyone will think I'm nuts, is "Take It Away". I just love that song, and I kick butt with it on Karaoke! I don't know much about Rick Derringer and his group except that Rick on his own has produced many popular artists and albums. I don't have any idea who Gene McDaniels is, sorry. I don't like Michael McDonald, with or without the Doobie Brothers. I really don't like YaMoBeThere. I had a hard time deciphering it when it first came out. First, I thought it was "You Got Beer There?" and then "You Gonna Be There?". However, I did like "Running Scared" - the movie that "Sweet Freedom" was the theme for, if that counts. That's right, you met her!!! (Jealousy daggers shooting out of my eyes! ) |
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Post by SAT-I need more room!! on Jun 11, 2003 21:34:11 GMT -5
LOL!! I think you need to look down a bit!! Oh those. Eh, I've seen better! |
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Post by Railyn on Jun 11, 2003 21:40:49 GMT -5
That's right, you met her!!! (Jealousy daggers shooting out of my eyes! ) That was 1992. She didn't even have an album out yet. I don't remember what she sang, except for one song I really didn't like written by Pam Tillis that had something to do with "nothin cures my broken heart like going to work". That's what turns me off about country. Most people I know do not see work as a means to cure a broken heart. Anyway, I was glad we decided to stand in line to meet her, because I was sure she'd be a star someday, and it wasn't long after that I saw her on CMT while flipping channels, and she had cut her hair off. |
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Post by SAT-I need more room!! on Jun 11, 2003 21:50:44 GMT -5
That was 1992. She didn't even have an album out yet. I don't remember what she sang, except for one song I really didn't like written by Pam Tillis that had something to do with "nothin cures my broken heart like going to work". That's what turns me off about country. Most people I know do not see work as a means to cure a broken heart. Anyway, I was glad we decided to stand in line to meet her, because I was sure she'd be a star someday, and it wasn't long after that I saw her on CMT while flipping channels, and she had cut her hair off. Wow then you musta caught her early on in 92 cuz that first album came out later that year! |
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Post by Kat on Jun 11, 2003 22:23:46 GMT -5
Martina McBride - Your enthusiasm is very cool, and it's nice to learn more about this talented lady. Been a fan since she first hit it big, and I also feel she deserves to be in the spotlight far more often than she already is. By the way, as a fellow brunette, I'd have to say you're right about the whole "Blondes seem to be noticed more often." *lol* Anyway, her talent amazes me and I adore her voice. Faves: Independence Day, Wild Angels, Concrete Angel, Blessed
Paul McCartney - He's my favorite Beatle! Much as love his work with the Beatles, it's his days with Wings that really sticks with me. Faves: With a Little Luck, Band on the Run, Listen to What the Man Said, No More Lonely Nights, Say, Say, Say, Silly Little Love Songs, Maybe I'm Amazed
McCoys - Hang On Sloopy!
Gene McDaniels - Not all that familiar.
Michael McDonald - What a Fool Believes
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Faves: Take It To Heart, Hey Girl, I Keep Forgettin, By Heart, On My Own
Oh-- MCBRIDE. OK. Ken McBride was a stalwart pitcher for the Angels back in the-- huh??? Oh- MARTINA McBride. Who's that???
