I agree with Jag.
I want the band to follow their own musical muse. If they want to start creating classical music, I'm all for it so long as they are honest about it. I think TLFR is a very positive step towards that. Look at how many fans around here they ticked off. It's not like they didn't know that wouldn't happen, but they persued it anyway. The longer they keep themselves happy, the longer they will be around. And, the better the "art" will be in a pure sense of the word.
I would also like to see less prostitution of the band name. Selling chats on e-bay, hair brushes, and ear wax, etc, etc. is capitalism at it's worst(or best?). I realize the recording industry isn't what it used to be, but I think it's possible to keep your integrity and make a dollar. Maybe I'm wrong and maybe it's not their decision...
I'd love to see the band return to energetic performance that feels real. The Bogata shows were the first time in a long time the band seemed to come out of autopilot and I think all involved benefited from it. Whatever continues to maintain that enthusiasm seems worthwhile. Don't get me wrong, they are incredible live even on autopilot. But, they need to keep it fresh for the fans and the audience.
I'd love to see an incredible song. The kind that you put in your cd player and listen to over and over and over and over. That's what I want. And if you make an incredible song, why not an incredible album? My demands never end.
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