suites Posted October 6, 2008 Share Posted October 6, 2008 I was watching Gimme Shelter yesterday and realized the Bill Wyman sucks. For some reason I never really thought that but then I went back and looked at many videos and concerts. The man had zero personality and I am not sure he was better then average on the base. Don't get me wrong, I love the stones and they have some of the best music ever and BW did play on those songs but I think he got extra lucky. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
pnêyu Posted October 6, 2008 Share Posted October 6, 2008 Andy Taylor - Duran DuranAndrew Ridgeley - Wham Bwahahaha. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
IATTBYB Posted October 6, 2008 Share Posted October 6, 2008 I was watching Gimme Shelter yesterday and realized the Bill Wyman sucks. For some reason I never really thought that but then I went back and looked at many videos and concerts. The man had zero personality and I am not sure he was better then average on the base. Don't get me wrong, I love the stones and they have some of the best music ever and BW did play on those songs but I think he got extra lucky.Wyman may not have had any charisma on stage, but come on dude, saying that he sucks is kind of harsh. Plus, he was most likely saving his energy for when it really counted, if you know what I mean, nudge nudge wink wink. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lammycat Posted October 6, 2008 Share Posted October 6, 2008 I think Wyman and Charlie Watts worked great together. Not a charismatic guy by any means, but he played well. He invented the fret-less bass, too, iirc. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Analogman Posted October 6, 2008 Share Posted October 6, 2008 I think Wyman and Charlie Watts worked great together. Not a charismatic guy by any means, but he played well. He invented the fret-less bass, too, iirc. If you read and believe his book, he actually helped write several songs, and did not receive credit for them. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
markosis Posted October 6, 2008 Share Posted October 6, 2008 If a band is great, then no members "suck." A band cannot have a weak link or the band itself will suck. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
LouieB Posted October 6, 2008 Share Posted October 6, 2008 Invented the fretless bass?? Is this true?? Why do I not believe that!!! LouieB Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lammycat Posted October 6, 2008 Share Posted October 6, 2008 Alright. I said "invented" but I guess I meant popularized/first-to-use with notoriety. Although I think he actually did make his own bass fretless in the early 60s. A-man? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
LouieB Posted October 6, 2008 Share Posted October 6, 2008 Wikipedia does say Wyman was the first to use a fretless electric. You learn something new every day. For that reason alone he hardly sucks. Fretless bass has to be harder to play than regular electric fretted basses. LouieB Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Moe_Syzlak Posted October 6, 2008 Share Posted October 6, 2008 First thought when I saw the thread title was Vince Welnick with the GD. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
cryptique Posted October 6, 2008 Share Posted October 6, 2008 Linda McCartney - Wings Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Analogman Posted October 6, 2008 Share Posted October 6, 2008 Alright. I said "invented" but I guess I meant popularized/first-to-use with notoriety. Although I think he actually did make his own bass fretless in the early 60s. A-man? I don't recall such a thing in his book - but LB found something I see. I'd rather talk about how great The Stones are, instead of adhering to the subject of yet another negative thread. LOL Quote Link to post Share on other sites
hardwood floor Posted October 6, 2008 Share Posted October 6, 2008 Jeff Tweedy in Uncle Tupelo? it's a JOKE Quote Link to post Share on other sites
stooka Posted October 6, 2008 Share Posted October 6, 2008 Bill Wyman?? really? Dude can provide a solid backdrop for some great Rock n Roll! All while never letting the ash drop from his ciggy.Check this clip out - You may recognize a few of the musicians. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
markosis Posted October 6, 2008 Share Posted October 6, 2008 I've had this conversation with non-music playing folk like my very good friend, and he will constantly say things like this guy sucked or this band would be as good with a different bass player/drummer etc. The fact is, all the parts together make a good band, with a different lineup the music would sound different, and possibly not as interesting to your ears. For example, Bill Wyman. Just because he doesn't whale like John Entwistle, doesn't mean he's a bad bass player. Some of the best bass players I can think of barely make themselves known, and that is also the sign of a great musician, to add what is needed to a particular song without getting in the way. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mountain bed Posted October 6, 2008 Share Posted October 6, 2008 The first thing that comes to mind is Sid Vicious - Sex Pistols Quote Link to post Share on other sites
froggie Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 as for the worst, howsabout Nick Mason from Pink Floyd?. he's been there since day 1 and all he contributed to the music was some clocks, cash registers and then threatens us that one of these days he'll cut us up into little pieces nothing against his drumming talents though.. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
lamradio Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 The first thing that comes to mind is Sid Vicious - Sex Pistols As easy as it is to play bass in a punk rock band, Sid definitely sucked at it. Didn't they fire their original bass player because he washed his feet? Something like that.. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Killer Whales Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 I may ruffle a few feathers here, but Garth Hudson of the Band sucked. He was a technically great player and when he played piano, came up with some great lines. However, his cheesy, out of tune synth sounds nearly ruin the entire catalog of The Band. I can't believe no one ever called him out on it. Really, just watch the Last Waltz and listen to him vomit all over Mannish Boy, Helpless, and well... pretty much everything. Also, Patti from The E Street Band Quote Link to post Share on other sites
uncool2pillow Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 Also, Patti from The E Street BandCan't we pretty much include any spouse in a band? Yoko playing w/ John, Linda w/ Paul, Patti. I'm sure there's more. Also, anyone w/ the last name Yule in VU. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
viatroy Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 The first thing that comes to mind is Sid Vicious - Sex Pistols Gary Oldman was great though. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
So Long Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 Billy Talbot- Crazy Horse Quote Link to post Share on other sites
OOO Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 Linda McCartney - Wings I was going to post this. Rats! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Adam2 Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 I may ruffle a few feathers here, but Garth Hudson of the Band sucked. He was a technically great player and when he played piano, came up with some great lines. However, his cheesy, out of tune synth sounds nearly ruin the entire catalog of The Band. I can't believe no one ever called him out on it. Really, just watch the Last Waltz and listen to him vomit all over Mannish Boy, Helpless, and well... pretty much everything. you are Satan. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ms. yvon Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 as for the worst, howsabout Nick Mason from Pink Floyd?...and then threatens us that one of these days he'll cut us up into little pieces as soon as i read that i was in that huge swell of music! WELL DONE, FROGGIE! also: am totally drawing a blank on the topic at hand. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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