Queen Extravaganza

I can't wait for the show tomorrow! Bob's review is making me want to see the show more than ever!

BTW waunakonor, you have a Private Message/Mail!

I do have a question, how old are most of the people on this forum? Curious. Seems "passion" abounds here. Btw, I don't really expect an answer. lol

And another thing. I love Queen and mainly because of Freddie however, I'm going to QE because of my love for great live music. These are true musicians who love performing and their heros musically speaking are Queen. Except for Martel, I think he was pushed into auditioning for this because he sounds like Freddie...from what I read he wasn't a huge fan beforehand.

[QUOTE] I don't like tribute bands and especially a [b] hand-picked one by a member of "Queen +"[/b]
Martel's undeniable similarity to Freddie is actually the most repulsive part.
With Queen + PR, the WWRY musical, Queen + Adam Lambert and now this I can honestly say that I have zero respect left for Brian & Roger. But, hey, I only listened to Queen because of Freddie anyway.[/QUOTE]

And actually, Roger is not a member of Queen+ as you're claiming, he's the co-founder of Queen alongside Brian May and he was there before Freddie jumped in. Anyway, if you're not interested in Queen, grab your Mr. Bad Guy album and be forever happy (while I'm being happier with my Sheer Heart Attack).

Listening to their version of Killer Queen at the moment, sounds fantastic.. I really regret being skeptical of this before.

[QUOTE] [b]YetAnotherFreddieFan wrote:[/b]
[QUOTE] [b]The Real Wizard wrote:[/b]
I cannot recommend this show highly enough.[/QUOTE]
Nicely written review....but I'll pass. Honestly, I wouldn't go even if it were free. To each their own though. I don't like tribute bands and especially a hand-picked one by a member of "Queen +"
Martel's undeniable similarity to Freddie is actually the most repulsive part.
With Queen + PR, the WWRY musical, Queen + Adam Lambert and now this I can honestly say that I have zero respect left for Brian & Roger. But, hey, I only listened to Queen because of Freddie anyway.[/QUOTE]

You say it as though Freddie was the band's leader and centerpoint while Brian and Roger just played on his backing tracks. I wonder if there'd be the same complaints about Freddie tarnishing Queen's legacy if he was still around, and Brian & Roger had since died?

Hi guys :)

I have one question. Anyone have a bootleg from Torronto concert?

[QUOTE] [b]GregSynth wrote:[/b]
BTW waunakonor, you have a Private Message/Mail![/QUOTE]
Well, so I do! How did you know?

[QUOTE] [b]Missreclusive wrote:[/b]
I do have a question, how old are most of the people on this forum? Curious. Seems "passion" abounds here. Btw, I don't really expect an answer. lol[/QUOTE]
It seems to me that most of us are middle aged with a few teenagers/early 20s people scattered around as well wreaking havoc.

[QUOTE]Queen + Paul Rodgers was two Queen members and a legendary blues-based singer offering a refreshing take on the Queen catalog. Rodgers was the first (and likely only) singer to bring May and Taylor back together to tour the world and record a new album, which brought joy to Queen fans worldwide (although not all). But the song selection of QE has a diversity that no single singer can handle. That person is no longer with us. QE wins - but barely.[/QUOTE]

I actually enjoyed your review up until this part.  There's a reason a singer can have a long, sustaining career... because he can still do it, which Paul obviously can.  I'm sure Martel's a decent lounge singer, but c'mon dude... really?  He plays church fundraising gigs and probably works for a Title Company during the day time.

Even more credit to Martel in that case for dropping a guaranteed income job and pursuing the QE thing, when it may only be a 'famous for five minutes' thing. Having said that, Gary Mullen has made a 20 year career from a five minute tv appearance, so I'm sure Martel could after he inevitably gets dropped like a stone by Roger/Brian/Jim Beach when the next best thing since sliced bread comes along!

I'm trying to think of an artist that was hoping his appearance with a cover band would make him famous....

Besides the new Journey singer, I can't think of anyone. And I wouldn't exactly call him famous. Sure, they get to sing "Don't Stop Believin'" to 40 year olds, but it's nothing like the hey day with Steve.

But good luck, if that's your thing.

[QUOTE] [b]Micrówave wrote:[/b]
There's a reason a singer can have a long, sustaining career... because he can still do it, which Paul obviously can.  I'm sure Martel's a decent lounge singer, but c'mon dude... really?  He plays church fundraising gigs and probably works for a Title Company during the day time.[/QUOTE]
The reason why I gave QE the slight edge over QPR isn't because of the singer. It's the diversity of songs offered.

Martel is great, full stop. The perfect guy for this particular project. The longevity of Paul Rodgers isn't necessarily a means to dismiss someone else.

I'm persuaded to hit the Cleveland show...we'll see if I make it back to Erie the next morning for work!

Great review, Bob, thanks! I'm definitely looking forward to seeing the show in LA.

Don't know if I will enjoy it quite as much as Queen+PR, as seeing one of my biggest guitar idols is always a rare treat, but I'm with you on the superior setlist for sure! Some real gems in this show. I hope it does great throughout the whole tour.

You're My Best Friend: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bfKWccGdyiw&feature=channel&list=UL

Who Wants to Live Forever: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q1Ym2uCN9ck&feature=channel&list=UL

[QUOTE] [b]waunakonor wrote:[/b]
[QUOTE] [b]GregSynth wrote:[/b]
BTW waunakonor, you have a Private Message/Mail![/QUOTE]
Well, so I do! How did you know?
[QUOTE] [b]Missreclusive wrote:[/b]
I do have a question, how old are most of the people on this forum? Curious. Seems "passion" abounds here. Btw, I don't really expect an answer. lol[/QUOTE]
It seems to me that most of us are middle aged with a few teenagers/early 20s people scattered around as well wreaking havoc.[/QUOTE]

Thanks for the answer to my question. I will never admit to being middle aged. eeesh