Topic: Looking for new bands (Read 15161 times)

bgred · « **on:** 09 Jul 2005, 16:00 »

Hi, I'm new here (to the forums at least). I'm young, impressionable and looking for some good music. I really haven't been into music for too long so all the bands I listen to are really well known (my favorites are The Beatles, Led Zeppelin, Jimi Hendrix and The Who). Since a lot of people here seem to be really into music I was thinking that I could find out about some really good bands that I would otherwise miss out on.

Drewbacca · « **Reply #1 on:** 09 Jul 2005, 21:51 »

Split Enz
Crowded House

That's a start .. both a NZ bands so may be a little hard to find

StrikeThePostman · « **Reply #2 on:** 09 Jul 2005, 22:15 »

I've always thought that classic rock fans (like you seem to be) might like Built to Spill. That's a solid place to start.

Moxy Davous · « **Reply #3 on:** 09 Jul 2005, 22:26 »

THROWDOWN!

Um, actually. Don't look into any Throwdown. I forbid you.

If you like The Beatles you should definately go for some Moxy Fruvous or Of Montreal

Inlander · « **Reply #4 on:** 09 Jul 2005, 22:29 »

Quote from: Drewbacca

Crowded House

NZ band

Hey! Two thirds of that band was Aussie!

So what if the guy who actually had all the songwriting talent was a Kiwi, that doesn't mean anything . . .

yipjumpmusic · « **Reply #5 on:** 10 Jul 2005, 00:05 »

the shins, ac newman, good bridges for you maybe...

La Creme · « **Reply #6 on:** 10 Jul 2005, 00:15 »

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I'd recommend Ratatat.

Word.

Also, get this CD if you like the Beatles: http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/B000003TC2/qid=1120979430/sr=8-2/ref=pd_bbs_ur_2/102-2933566-2424168?v=glance&s=music&n=507846

Also, if you want to start expanding into Progressive Rock (I'm sorry everyone, I promise its just a prog phase, I won't be a prog-snob forever), go a little like-a-dis:

Emerson, Lake, and Palmer
Dream Theater
Liquid Tension Experiment
Gordian Knot
Derek Sherinian
Planet X
Star One
Transatlantic
Symphony X

Prog is terrific. Also, if you want to blow your mind to fuck, get some Mr. Bungle.

ASturge · « **Reply #7 on:** 10 Jul 2005, 00:18 »

The Olivia Tremor Control are bascially The Beatles but way, way better.

THE OLIVIA TREMOR CONTROL

My Aim Is True · « **Reply #8 on:** 10 Jul 2005, 05:37 »

If you are into Led Zeppelin's sludgier, heavier tones, and you like female vocals, then check out the new Sleater-Kinney album.

sp2 · « **Reply #9 on:** 10 Jul 2005, 08:29 »

If you like Hendrix, check out the Black Keys. They're not as awesome as Hendrix, but they still bring the sexy blues rock.

HonorableGoat · « **Reply #10 on:** 10 Jul 2005, 11:17 »

Quote from: Drewbacca

Split Enz
Crowded House

That's a start .. both a NZ bands so may be a little hard to find

hahaha, quick.. make him listen to blindspott!
>_>
<_<

zekterellium · « **Reply #11 on:** 10 Jul 2005, 11:40 »

merzbow. it's some pretty easy listening.

KharBevNor · « **Reply #12 on:** 10 Jul 2005, 11:47 »

Listen to Skyclad. Better than all the bands mentioned so far, with a barrel-full of harmonica playing monkeys on top.

That's SKYCLAD. THE BEST BAND EVER.

Aphi · « **Reply #13 on:** 10 Jul 2005, 11:48 »

Or, if you DON'T want your eardrums blasted out, you could look at Stars, Broken Social Scene, Metric and the New Pornographers.

Robbo · « **Reply #14 on:** 10 Jul 2005, 11:50 »

Lol, Skyclad isn't gonna blast your eardrums out unless you play it at extremely high volumes. It's just there if you dont want to fall asleep listening to your music.

KharBevNor · « **Reply #15 on:** 10 Jul 2005, 11:54 »

Skyclad blasted your eardrums out!? What do you listen to normally, hand-cranked music boxes stuffed inside pillows?

THAT'S SKYCLAD, I recommend Folkemon, The Answer Machine or Irrational Anthems for the beginner, maybe Prince of the Poverty Line if you're feeling more adventurous.

Seriously, no ear-drums will be blasted. However, your world may well be rocked to such a vast extent that it turns upside down completely and you have to live on the ceiling.

Aphi · « **Reply #16 on:** 10 Jul 2005, 11:55 »

Quote from: KharBevNor

However, your world may well be rocked to such a vast extent that it turns upside down completely and you have to live on the ceiling.

Yeah, that's pretty much what I meant. These eardrums have never been exposed to anything louder than Thursday.

Merkava · « **Reply #17 on:** 10 Jul 2005, 11:56 »

Quote from: bgred

Hi, I'm new here (to the forums at least). I'm young, impressionable and looking for some good music. I really haven't been into music for too long so all the bands I listen to are really well known (my favorites are The Beatles, Led Zeppelin, Jimi Hendrix and The Who). Since a lot of people here seem to be really into music I was thinking that I could find out about some really good bands that I would otherwise miss out on.

You'll like Mock Orange. You will. Just make sure you only get Mind is Not Brain, though. That's their new sound and their most Built to Spill-meets-Led Zepplin sound. It seems to be the one they're going to stick with, too.

(obligatory Dismemberment Plan suggestion since they are my favorite band and were one of the most innovative and skilled bands of their time yaddah yaddah yaddah)

KharBevNor · « **Reply #18 on:** 10 Jul 2005, 12:07 »

Seriously, Skyclad. They make angst so much bloody fun you forget what it is. A mixture of Hard rock/Heavy metal and folk music (I can imagine them appealing to someone who likes Zep a lot actually) with insanely brilliant lyrics and a wry sense of humour:

The Sinful Ensemble

"Are you ready for The Sinful Ensemble?
Good clean fun - just a bit a rough and tumble.
Dead dictators out on a "lads night".
Ten pints later you'll see a flashing blue light.

Are you ready for The Sinful Ensemble?

Ever wondered where the evil dead go?
There's a little place called "Nightmare scenario".
Unlicenced establishment for former world powers,
Where the drinks are cheap - and it's open all hours!

Bonaparte's on brandy - he swills it down his throat,
Hitler sips a Pilsher while he tells a racist joke.
Mussolini leers at Maggie serving at the bar,
Stalin's out the back, he's trying to sell a dodgy motor car.

Dear God above (if you exist),
hope you see the funny side to this.
Now don't get cross - don't bite your nails,
oh, Son of Man your mission failed.

Herod's in the family room to baby sit the first born.
Mengele's got a Gladstone bag of cotton wool and chloroform.
Vlad impales glace cherries on a stick just for a lark
when Pol Pot turns the lights out they'll play murder in the dark.

Are you ready for The Sinful Ensemble?
Good clean fun - just a bit a rough and tumble.
Dead dictators out on a 'lads night'.
Ten pints later you'll see a flashing blue light.

Genghis Khan just parked his lunch all over Nero's belly.
While the lions beat the christians thirty - nil live on the telly.
Caligula kills "My Way" on the karaoke stage -
young "Chezzy" Borgia's barred for life for drinking under age.

This is far more than just a joke.
Can't you see the fire for the smoke?
Choose any public house you please
and find dictators such as these!

Are you ready for The Sinful Ensemble?
Good clean fun - just a bit a rough and tumble.
Dead dictators out on a "lads night".
Ten pints later you'll see a flashing blue light.

Hell is where the heart lies - (in Purgatory's borders).
The great thing 'bout eternity - they never call last orders!"

I mean, come on. Beat that. The music rocks ass too.

Merkava · « **Reply #19 on:** 10 Jul 2005, 12:11 »

Oh yeah, and fucking Built to Spill and Pixies. Don't forget some Pavement, as well. Fuck yeah.

*is listening to Mock Orange's Mind is Not Brain, which makes him feel really happy*

Kai · « **Reply #20 on:** 10 Jul 2005, 14:07 »

Skyclad rules.

Also, keeping with my theme every week when at least two of these pop up..

THE RESIDENTS. WOO!

Certain albums though, since for a little while they got lazy because they were working on other stuff. Basically, get Meet The Residents, Not Available, The Third Reich N' Roll, Fingerprince AKA Tourniquet of Roses, Duck Stab/Buster and Glen, Eskimo, The Commercial Album, Mark of the Mole, The Tunes of Two Cities, Intermission, The Big Bubble, God in Three Persons, The King and Eye, Cube-E: Live in Holland, Freak Show, Live at the Fillmore, Wormwood, Animal Lover/...Imaginary Jack. Most of them have been rereleased on CD if they weren't already on it, and The Third Reich N' Roll is getting rereleased (Probably for the last time) around October with a whole bunch of goodies. I'd say start with Animal Lover and then pick up what you can find though.

My Aim Is True · « **Reply #21 on:** 10 Jul 2005, 16:01 »

Oh shit, yes you have to get into the Pixies.

And Elvis Costello.

Gryff · « **Reply #22 on:** 10 Jul 2005, 16:59 »

Mmm, yeah. If you don't want to completely immerse yourself in hundreds of strange unknown bands and would just like a couple of not-too-intimidating bands to start with, I'd suggest:

The Pixies
Pavement
The Smiths

These bands will quite possibly change your life.

KharBevNor · « **Reply #23 on:** 10 Jul 2005, 17:01 »

old Metallica
In Flames
Slayer

Your life will change once more. The difference is it shall be for the better.

Merkava · « **Reply #24 on:** 10 Jul 2005, 17:02 »

Don't forget The Shins, because Natalie Portman controls my life.

[/joking]

Definently check out Sleater-Kinney's new album, The Woods (like someone already mentioned, I believe).

[edit]: Oh, and is it wrong if I recommend Television's Marquee Moon?

Gryff · « **Reply #25 on:** 10 Jul 2005, 17:27 »

Quote from: KharBevNor

old Metallica
In Flames
Slayer

Your life will change once more. The difference is it shall be for the better.

That wacky Khar! He sure does love his metal! *canned laughter*

Indie kids and metal kids hanging out would make a great sitcom (oh wait, I think that's Diesel Sweeties).

...Anyway, if you want to go more modern then The Shins, Sleater-Kinney would be good starting places. Also Television's Marquee Moon is one of the greatest albums EVAR!

Robbo · « **Reply #26 on:** 10 Jul 2005, 17:33 »

Well, forums and the world would all be a very dull places if everyone listened to the much pimped indie from around here. And that actually wasn't a shot at the music for once. Because it'd be the same for any one type of music.

KharBevNor · « **Reply #27 on:** 10 Jul 2005, 17:35 »

Oh, I'm sorry. Just suggesting that, you know, there might be alternative routes to appreciating music other than listening to the same old crap bands that everyone MUST listen to OR BE CAST INTO A PIT OF FIRE AND BRIMSTONE!. Just suggesting that a world where everyone listened to the same tepid, medioc...music might be a boring place. Just trying to point out that there is no hard and fast rules to anything, and that this 'indie' rock music is no better than any other genre except by subjective taste, and that there might be more unusual and interesting things out there down the left hand path less trod.

Sorry I spoke.

Gryff · « **Reply #28 on:** 10 Jul 2005, 17:35 »

I was just teasing. As was Khar initially, I imagine.

Robbo · « **Reply #29 on:** 10 Jul 2005, 17:38 »

Lol, I wasn't being completely serious myself. But Khar has a point. Or several infact...even if somewhat in jest.

KharBevNor · « **Reply #30 on:** 10 Jul 2005, 17:43 »

Partly, partly...

Seriously though, try out different stuff. From where you are, I started listening to Metallica, Arch Enemy and Cradle of Filth, which has in a round-about way led me to all sorts of metal, rock, folk, neo-classical, goth, darkwave, punk, electronic, progressive, experimental etc. music that falls outside and, in my opinion above, a lot of what you'd see in your Pitchfork media. It's the fact that I can't imagine my life without all this highly interesting and amazingly kick-ass music. I can't imagine how I'd get my inspiration for art and my own music without music that celebrates the power of individual spirit and imagination, I can't imagine what ideas I'd have about spirituality and religion without hearing, to me, breathtakingly beautiful works like 'One Rode to Asa Bay' and 'Song to Pan'. I can't imagine who I'd BE without my music. I would just like to see other people take that route.

I dunno, I suppose everyone would like people to see the world like they do.

Kai · « **Reply #31 on:** 10 Jul 2005, 18:29 »

I'd love to send people down my route of "Woah that music is weird. THey're on shrooms and household cleaners". However, I don't even remember how I got here, so just go get some Zappa and Residents and Primus and whatnot.

Schmendrick · « **Reply #32 on:** 10 Jul 2005, 19:45 »

Do Make Say Think
Most Serene Republic

I love them, but let your ears be the judge

destructotroninator · « **Reply #33 on:** 10 Jul 2005, 19:50 »

I'd recommend Facing New York. The following is their description of...themselves. "Rhodes-heavy punk-prog artpop that channels Zep, the Police, and Dismemberment Plan." Their debut full length is out soon too, so if you like, it's not that long a wait before you get even more goodness.

Drewbacca · « **Reply #34 on:** 10 Jul 2005, 21:06 »

Quote from: Inlander

Quote from: Drewbacca
Crowded House
NZ band

Hey! Two thirds of that band was Aussie!

And the same guy was in Split Enz too, they still count as Kiwi bands tho

As for more bands: Warren Zevon and Shihad [aka Pacifier] are also pretty good.

Dr Jason · « **Reply #35 on:** 10 Jul 2005, 23:12 »

I would suggest the Futureheads, the Fiery Furnaces, The VonBondies and Queens of the Stone Age. They are all good bands.

tedzsee · « **Reply #36 on:** 10 Jul 2005, 23:39 »

Since nobody said it yet, I'd suggest Ben Kweller.

But I'm mostly into jazz (and hiphop)... if you want suggestions on that line, let me know.

Devastator · « **Reply #37 on:** 11 Jul 2005, 05:47 »

Check out H.P. Lovecraft, Dinosaur Jr., or Bats & Mice, too. You might like Owls & Cap'n Jazz as well

My Aim Is True · « **Reply #38 on:** 11 Jul 2005, 05:51 »

Quote from: Gryff

The Smiths

.

wow, I can't believe it took that long for one of us to think of The Smiths.

tedzsee · « **Reply #39 on:** 12 Jul 2005, 19:44 »

I think The Smiths is, like, assumed.

It's almost like suggesting Ice Cream flavours... no one is ever going to say: "Dude, you should really try some vanilla."

saturnine1979 · « **Reply #40 on:** 12 Jul 2005, 20:00 »

first of all, go read these threads:

here, here, and most definitely here.

those three threads should point you to a countless number of great bands, especially the last one.

my short list based on your established tastes:
And You Will Know Us By The Trail Of Dead
Appleseed Cast
Bear Vs. Shark
Black Mountain
Built To Spill
Death From Above 1979
The Hives
The Kills
Kings Of Leon
Of Montreal
Queens Of The Stone Age
Spoon
Thrice
The Von Bondies
The Walkmen
Yeah Yeah Yeahs

Gryff · « **Reply #41 on:** 12 Jul 2005, 20:39 »

Quote from: tedzsee

I think The Smiths is, like, assumed.

Judging by bgred's initial post which stated that he/she likes The Beatles, Led Zeppelin, Jimi Hendrix and The Who, I figured that they may not have known much about the Smiths. You'd be surprised how many people have never heard of them, even though saying the Smiths are good usually goes without saying on this board.

I think if you're trying to expand your music tastes beyond mainstream stuff (nb: the use of the word "mainstream" here is not mean as an insult to anyone or anything

), it can be quite intimidating to be bombarded with hundreds of bands you've never heard of.

Obviously I'm assuming a bit about bgred here, but I figured that listing a couple of less obscure bands might encourage them to listen to them and then go from there.

sp2 · « **Reply #42 on:** 12 Jul 2005, 20:51 »

Trail of Dead is awesome, but this brings up an important point.

LIST RECOMMENDED ALBUMS. ALWAYS.

Trail of Dead has done some amazinglyawesomeholygoddamnedgeez good albums. Source Tags and Codes is orgasmic and classic. Elena's Tomb and Madonna, both damned good. Worlds Apart, no. World's Apart is shit. You may find the others at a small used shop, but at Best Buy, you're only going to find Worlds Apart. Which sucks.

This is just one example. Plenty of bands put out both good and shitty albums. Jawbreaker's 24 Hour Revenge Therapy is classic. Their last album, Dear You, was painfully sucktacular. Rubber Factory, by the Black Keys, was totally classy. Big Come Up, eh, decent, but not as totally bringmetomyknees awesome. Metallica, well, that's been beaten into the ground.

List albums, because every band goes through shitty periods (some bands just don't go through awesome periods).

Also, no Joy Division? I mean, they're not my favorite band, but I'm surprised no one's mentioned them. I mean, they're sorta staple. Plus, they good because everyone compares indie stuff to them. Same with Velvet Underground (Get the VU and Nico album, or White Light/White Heat....both are classic).

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Author Topic: Looking for new bands (Read 15161 times)

bgred

Drewbacca

StrikeThePostman

Moxy Davous

yipjumpmusic

La Creme

ASturge

sp2

HonorableGoat

zekterellium

Aphi

Robbo

Aphi

Merkava

Merkava

Merkava

Robbo

Robbo

Schmendrick

destructotroninator

Drewbacca

Dr Jason

Devastator

saturnine1979

sp2