Is Music not enough? (rant)

**Panache** · 27th June 09, 07:47 AM

Hi All,

There are two rather interesting subjects going on in this thread

One about the dichotomy between the talent of a musical performer and the image they portray

The other is how each generation perceives the music and performers they grew up with compared to next generation's.

However XMTS is a polite and family friendly forum. I do not think that our lady members would be all that keen on terms like "chesticles" or "floatation devices" objectifying their bodies used here.

This XMTS not a locker room so lets try and keep that in mind when posting.

Cheers

Jamie

**BassClefB** · 27th June 09, 08:16 AM

Knebworth happened a year before I was even born, but I did get to watch the DVD of it that was released several years ago... There were enough ladies displaying their wares in the audience to keep folks entertained from what I can tell, but definitely none onstage. haha! I agree though... Even as a youngster, I can't stand half the new stuff that's out there. Too much flash, not enough smash and substance. Give me old-school any day.

Originally Posted by English Bloke

Just watching the Glastonbury highlights on the BBC. Some great acts showcased but one thing that occurs to me. Why do singists like Lilly Allen and Lady GaGa, insist on parading round with there chesticles provocatively displayed or (I love this unword) worserer, in their undercrackers. Is their undoubtable musical talent insufficient to attract a discerning audience. I may have been on a higher plain at the time but it wasn't like this in 1979 when I was watching Zeppelin at Knebworth. (Crikey... I sound like my Dad!)

Aug 04 gig, rabbit rabbit...Chas and Dave kept their kit on! Thankfully!!