QueenZone discussion #1144167

Michael Allred wrote: The newest issue of 'Rolling Stone' magazine (with Barack Obama on the cover not to mention the magazine has been redesigned to magazine sized proportions) has reviewed "The Cosmos Rocks." Here's the text: "Without Freddie Mercury, Brit-rock veterans prepare for Lite FM. Queen's first studio album in 13 years sounds a little like the band's old albums with stomping rockers, over-the-top power ballads and pyrotechnic solos difficult to replicate on 'Rock Band' but one thing's missing: late frontman Freddie Mercury, whose charisma Bad Company's Paul Rodgers can't match. Under Rodgers' command, 'Cosmos Rocks' evokes an unmemorable stretch of drive-time radio, with slow songs like 'Say It's Not True' recalling Air Supply. The classic rock cliches aren't all Rodgers' fault: original  band members helped write 'Still Burnin,' a generic bar-band jam laced with chestnuts like "music makes the world go round." Queen 2.0 are competent enough to rock arenas but don't expect a repeat of the glory days." ** stars (out of ***** stars)    

  PieterMC wrote: My problem with many of the negative reviews are that they are basically saying it's not "Queen" enough without Freddie. Yet the same people hated Queen when Freddie was alive.

Mr.Jingles wrote: I have to say that 'The Cosmos Rocks' disappointed me, so I can understand why they got a 2 star review from Rolling Stone. IMO I'd give it 3/5 stars. What I don't understand is why The Jonas Brothers get a 4 star review, but Queen and PR get a 2 star review.

Micrówave wrote: Wow.  Rolling Stone gave a Queen album 2 stars???  Then it MUST be good! Remember to use the 'converter' when deciphering RS reviews: 4 stars = Absolute trash.  Don't buy it, it will be worn out within 2 weeks 3 stars = A reach.  Those two songs are possibly worth the price you paid for the whole album 2 stars = Very promising.  Don't expect any articles in here anytime soon. 1 star = A must have. Edit Oh, April...  Actually they did make the cover... well Freddie did.  Look for the Michael Jackson issue (91), there at the very bottom (pun intended?) is Freddie's name.  So technically, HE made it.

  PieterMC wrote:  

      Mr.Jingles wrote:   I have to say that 'The Cosmos Rocks' disappointed me, so I can understand why they got a 2 star review from Rolling Stone. IMO I'd give it 3/5 stars. What I don't understand is why The Jonas Brothers get a 4 star review, but Queen and PR get a 2 star review.  

It would not matter what the album sounded like, Rolling Stone were never going to like it. I wish all those Disney "music" artists would just vanish.

Michael Allred wrote:

  PieterMC wrote:  

      Mr.Jingles wrote:   I have to say that 'The Cosmos Rocks' disappointed me, so I can understand why they got a 2 star review from Rolling Stone. IMO I'd give it 3/5 stars. What I don't understand is why The Jonas Brothers get a 4 star review, but Queen and PR get a 2 star review.  

It would not matter what the album sounded like, Rolling Stone were never going to like it. I wish all those Disney "music" artists would just vanish.

It's important to remember a few things. Wishing ill will towards other artists does nothing to improve the situation for the bands you like. Kids need music that speaks to them too, sure it's not your cup of tea but they fill their roles and do their job. Being snobbish benefits no one. We should all remember that artists have to get their start somewhere. Anyone remember Kurt Russell, child star of family friendly Disney movies back in the day? He eventually became an accomplished and respected actor with millions of fans due to his iconic work when he became an adult. If Russell never got that start from Disney, chances are nobody would have ever heard of him because he wouldn't have a career. Does that mean the Jonas Brothers will become the next Beatles? Of course not but that doesn't mean they won't mature over time and create some worthwhile music. 

redspecialusa wrote: I think I speak for the majority of Queen fans when I say...FUCK ROLLING STONE MAGAZINE!!!!

Michael Allred wrote: It's important to remember a few things. Wishing ill will towards other artists does nothing to improve the situation for the bands you like. Kids need music that speaks to them too, sure it's not your cup of tea but they fill their roles and do their job. Being snobbish benefits no one. We should all remember that artists have to get their start somewhere. Anyone remember Kurt Russell, child star of family friendly Disney movies back in the day? He eventually became an accomplished and respected actor with millions of fans due to his iconic work when he became an adult. If Russell never got that start from Disney, chances are nobody would have ever heard of him because he wouldn't have a career. Does that mean the Jonas Brothers will become the next Beatles? Of course not but that doesn't mean they won't mature over time and create some worthwhile music. 

absento wrote: They still hate Queen

PieterMC wrote:

  absento wrote: They still hate Queen

The Jonas Brothers?

PieterMC wrote:

absento wrote: They still hate Queen

The Jonas Brothers?

Erin wrote:

PieterMC wrote:

  absento wrote: They still hate Queen

The Jonas Brothers?

I'm sure the Jonas Brothers like Queen, but I need to find proof! [img=/images/smiley/msn/wink_smile.gif][/img]

Erin wrote:

  Michael Allred wrote: It's important to remember a few things. Wishing ill will towards other artists does nothing to improve the situation for the bands you like. Kids need music that speaks to them too, sure it's not your cup of tea but they fill their roles and do their job. Being snobbish benefits no one. We should all remember that artists have to get their start somewhere. Anyone remember Kurt Russell, child star of family friendly Disney movies back in the day? He eventually became an accomplished and respected actor with millions of fans due to his iconic work when he became an adult. If Russell never got that start from Disney, chances are nobody would have ever heard of him because he wouldn't have a career. Does that mean the Jonas Brothers will become the next Beatles? Of course not but that doesn't mean they won't mature over time and create some worthwhile music. 

So, like which Jonas Brother do u think is cuter??? [img=/images/smiley/msn/heart.gif][/img]  Like, I totally can't decide!!! LOLzz