TheLizard Posted February 7, 2008 Report Share Posted February 7, 2008 No offense, but that comment amuses me. Janis and Dusty were young when they sang their songs, so surely somebody young could come along that has the talent to sing Janis and Dusty songs? In fact, it would probably be more surprising to see somebody old successfully belting out Janis and Dusty songs, wouldn't it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
_Laurie_ Posted February 7, 2008 Report Share Posted February 7, 2008 True, they were....I guess I just meant for these classic rock songs to be covered by these young artist, and to cover them so well, is amazing to me...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheLizard Posted February 7, 2008 Report Share Posted February 7, 2008 I guess the fact that a young artist is willing to cover those songs is the cool part, but at the same time I suppose age isn't always what dictates music tastes (like me!). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Viaene Posted February 8, 2008 Report Share Posted February 8, 2008 let me nominate Norah Jones Wikipage I have her album 'Feels like home' and I think it's very beatifull and relaxing, she's not really a girl gone wild but she makes very nice and open music to listen to. And there's her soft and tender voice that could make you drift away with the music... She didn't won all those grammy's for no reason Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lucky Posted February 8, 2008 Author Report Share Posted February 8, 2008 Almost everyone I would have nominated has been (Yay! ) except: Respect Baby I Love You Lady Soul TV Special 1968 / Natural Woman The Queen of Soul ~ Aretha Franklin Need I say more? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Viaene Posted February 8, 2008 Report Share Posted February 8, 2008 I was about to nominate her too Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blind-fitter Posted February 8, 2008 Report Share Posted February 8, 2008 I recently heard Joss Stone described as "an empty vessel for pouring soul-like gestures into". Sure she can sing- and does it well- but can she yet be compared to the many genuinely creative and ground-breaking female artists, some of whom have been mentioned here? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
_Laurie_ Posted February 8, 2008 Report Share Posted February 8, 2008 Well BF since there is no restrictions on genre, years, etc.....yes I think she's a good choice.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blind-fitter Posted February 8, 2008 Report Share Posted February 8, 2008 Who mentioned genres, years, or eligibility for nomination? I was just reporting a comment I observed recently. For me, personally, Joss Stone is quite probably the best karaoke singer in the world, but she isn't blazing a trail for anything, or anyone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Farin Posted February 8, 2008 Report Share Posted February 8, 2008 well, I don't listen to too much soul / R&B or whatever you want to call that, but I don't mind her music at all soooo... b-f, got any better suggestions? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blind-fitter Posted February 8, 2008 Report Share Posted February 8, 2008 I don't mind it either. I've got nothing against her at all, (but I wouldn't mind having something ). It's just that I feel like she doesn't really stand for anything, apart from "impressive precocity". However well she sings, the (music) world is neither a better nor worse place for her existence in it. This is all just personal sentiment; anybody is welcome to tell me to "shove it". As for any other suggestions; well yes, I have a few, (maybe). Who is to say whether these would be "better"? Whether I'll bother or not, I don't know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sweet Jane 61 Posted February 8, 2008 Report Share Posted February 8, 2008 I recently heard Joss Stone described as "an empty vessel for pouring soul-like gestures into". Sure she can sing- and does it well- but can she yet be compared to the many genuinely creative and ground-breaking female artists, some of whom have been mentioned here? I for one do, she has an amazing voice and she is also a songwriter, so she is young, everyone listed here was young and some died young. Doesn't make them any less talented. I know you're expressing your opinion here b-f and I love you dearly, but I don't find it cool to put down someones nom. You don't like her, don't vote for her, just as easy as that, no biggie. We all have our likes and dislikes in music but need we express our dislikes to a fellow SF's nom?? Ok now let me have it....I'm in the mood for a fight! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
_Laurie_ Posted February 8, 2008 Report Share Posted February 8, 2008 I think she brings the classic sounds of yesterday to today's music with her soulful voice...and that's why I nominated her... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluesboy Posted February 8, 2008 Report Share Posted February 8, 2008 In the beginning... The textbook for female vocalists had a paragraph for the first lady of jazz - Ella Fitzgerald Her career really took off after the record label Verve was formed just to release her recordings. One of my favorite cuts by Ella isn't on youtube. So I have to use audio. Just One of Those Things Ella used the same philosophy as Frank Sinatra. The golden age of songwriting was back in first half of the the 20th century. She mined the vaults of the songwriters to give a fresh, new interpretation to gems written from 1920-1960. She followed Sinatra's example in establishing a concept album. But she took different songwriters / lyricists and made a whole album of their songs, like Cole Porter Rodgers and Hart Ira and George Gershwin Johnny Mercer Jimmy Van Heusen AGAIN, youtube does not have the track I WANT that sets Ella apart from the crowd... so I have to use a temporary audio file Come Rain or Come Shine Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sweet Jane 61 Posted February 8, 2008 Report Share Posted February 8, 2008 No offense, but that comment amuses me. Janis and Dusty were young when they sang their songs, so surely somebody young could come along that has the talent to sing Janis and Dusty songs? In fact, it would probably be more surprising to see somebody old successfully belting out Janis and Dusty songs, wouldn't it? Yes they were Tim, but look at the quality of their voices and the unique sound of both Janis and Dusty. Some have covered songs from both women and have sounded like...well not so great. Joss has that soul edge to her with the bluesy feeling felt in her songs also. And Melissa Etheridge has covered Janis tunes and kicked azz...she isn't all that young! (in her 40's) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blind-fitter Posted February 8, 2008 Report Share Posted February 8, 2008 Dear Laurie, I'm really sorry. I didn't set out intending to diss Joss Stone, it just kinda happened, and it shouldn't have. I understand how annoyed you must be. You have every right to consider me an a**-***e. Yours apologetically, blind-fitter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
_Laurie_ Posted February 8, 2008 Report Share Posted February 8, 2008 Thanks b-f apology accepted... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Posted February 8, 2008 Report Share Posted February 8, 2008 I'd like to nominate a voice that dominated the airways in the 60's, she has a style and grace that just captivates the listener. From the first time I heard "Downtown", I was hooked. May I introduce the lovely - Petula Clark I recently saw the film Hairspray, I'm not a big fan of musicals, well, except Sound of music, but it's a classic. Julie Andrews is like a second mom to me, I swear, she's awesome! Oh, and Paint Your Wagon, Clint singing... who doesn't love paint Your Wagon? But I digress. In Hairspray, this chick... Nikki Blonsky has a set of pipes that are incredible, WOW... I'll watch the film over and over just to hear her sing. My second nomination is for this wonderful and exceptional vocalist. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blind-fitter Posted February 8, 2008 Report Share Posted February 8, 2008 Thanks b-f apology accepted... You're very gracious, Laurie. I'm sure I'd be fuming, if I were in your shoes. I can't believe what an oaf I can be sometimes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sweet Jane 61 Posted February 8, 2008 Report Share Posted February 8, 2008 I can't believe what an oaf I can be sometimes. Well you are a guy after all!! And also a gentleman, kudos b-f for the apology! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluesboy Posted February 8, 2008 Report Share Posted February 8, 2008 I can't believe what an oaf I can be sometimes. We're all oafs and princes sometimes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blind-fitter Posted February 8, 2008 Report Share Posted February 8, 2008 So that I can sleep soundly tonight, I would just like to apologise again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Seeker Posted February 9, 2008 Report Share Posted February 9, 2008 I dunno if you're getting it across, b-f... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shawna Posted February 9, 2008 Report Share Posted February 9, 2008 So that I can sleep soundly tonight, I would just like to apologise again. On your knees, man! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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