[Jamie]

Hi everyone,
                   An open question, when a reviewer refs another artist (as happens pretty frequently) are they truly referencing the song in contemporary context or do they judge posts according to their own knowledge and experience? Ie if they know 90's music are they more likely to reference that even if the song could be more contemporary?
Innocent question.

Cheers

Jamie
           

[diademgrove]

Hi Jamie,

I mentioned Joy Division when I reviewed Waves because that's who it reminded me of. So my reviews are based on my own experiences.

Its often the case that groups with a much wider influence find that reflected in modern bands. I wouldn't be surprised if you picked up the Joy Division influence from somewhere else. Its just a sign of my age that I mentioned them.

If I've not answered your question please let me know.

diadem

[digger72]

Hi jamie,

I would say it's based on personal experience as well. People have said my songs sound like XYZ, and i've never heard of the song or artist, but they have probably influenced bands i do like somewhere along the line, so it just filters down.
I mean, some people think Personal Jesus was written by Marilyn Manson.

And having Joy Division mentioned in the same breath as your song is a compliment!

Cheers,

Digger

[Jamie]

hi guys,just to be clear I have no issue being compared to any (almost ) pro band of any time as I think it's a compliment. I was reflecting on my own style when reviewing and it did occur to me that any refs I made must be based upon my experience and listening history,but just wondered if anyone else had a different view or understanding.
Truly great rock music is still largely made with similar technology (guitars ,drums ,bass,keys) although digital recording has opened up the possibilities for the likes of us.But what is it about a song that sets its period? There aren't that many 'ground breakers' in music who change everything over the current (Rock) era (The Beatles being the most obvious reference).
cheers and thanks for the feedback

Jamie