Author Topic: The official Frontiers Softcock Shit thread (Read 577245 times)

wolfking · « **Reply #1400 on:** January 13, 2014, 03:13:09 PM »

I like most of what Frontiers has been putting out. I guess that's where I discovered the genre as opposed to you guys who are into the more older stuff. I've followed most of what they have put out for about 7 years, so that's what I associate melodic rock with. I guess that could have something to do with my age too. I love the old stuff, but am just a sucker for the new stuff.

Agree on the new WET though, that really was a let down compared to the amazing debut. Still looking forward to the DVD though.

bl5150 · « **Reply #1401 on:** January 13, 2014, 05:12:18 PM »

.................common thread on the last 3 is Ralph Santolla and his terrible guitar tone

Monarch sounds like a less capable Sebastian Bach singing for a wimpier Millenium.

bl5150 · « **Reply #1402 on:** January 13, 2014, 05:19:10 PM »

and wrong bloody thread

. oh well - they belong here anyway.

bl5150 · « **Reply #1403 on:** January 14, 2014, 04:06:42 AM »

Stumbled onto this while browsing the collection tonight.............anyone remember it? (1991) - essentially like Steel Panther with Jeff Scott Soto on vox.

pretty funny stuff.

Lowdz · « **Reply #1404 on:** January 14, 2014, 04:22:19 AM »

Quote from: bl5150 on January 14, 2014, 04:06:42 AM

Stumbled onto this while browsing the collection tonight.............anyone remember it? (1991) - essentially like Steel Panther with Jeff Scott Soto on vox.

pretty funny stuff.

Wierd. i was listening to that on Youtube last night!!!! I was thinking of sending Retire or Die in Chad's roulette but I think That Load is the one...

Not heard that Monarch and Gun never did it for me. Those two Santolla albums are great, though I know what you mean regarding his tone. I'd pick Eyewitness out of the two. Another album I played recently whilst looking for inspiration for Chad's roulette.

bl5150 · « **Reply #1405 on:** January 14, 2014, 04:29:13 AM »

You'd probably like some of the Monarch . It's a bit variable in quality and the best track ain't on Youtube. Not an essential release but pretty good.

I'm not big into Gun either - just grabbed it out for their cover of Word Up which is pretty cool.

The Eyewitness would be my pick too - pretty consistent album and Ralph has put a bit more thought into his solos , half of which often sound improvised (and not in a good way) to me , but then when he nails something it can be great. I think that'd have to be one of the first releases on Now & Then. Not too many people would have that album - pretty small release numbers.

wolfking · « **Reply #1406 on:** January 15, 2014, 04:53:37 AM »

New Gus G solo song with Mats Leven.

Sounds good hey, well, no, it's shit actually. What the hell?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rPqtMMGJAO4

BlobVanDam · « **Reply #1407 on:** January 15, 2014, 04:58:45 AM »

I don't think it's shit, but not something I'm interested in. Way better than Ozzy;s latest, although I don't believe he actually wrote anything on that.

wolfking · « **Reply #1408 on:** January 16, 2014, 04:52:08 AM »

Gus was underused on that album. Pretty much any guitar player with some decent chops would have been fine on that one.

I just don't care for that song, Gus and Mats should produce better.

I guess I was just expecting more of an instrumental direction for his solo album.

BlobVanDam · « **Reply #1409 on:** January 16, 2014, 05:01:36 AM »

I haven't heard anything else from Gus G, so my judgement is limited to that album, unfortunately.
I actually wish more solo albums from guitarists were vocal. Instrumental albums don't really interest me at all, unless it's orchestral or something. It's fine if there are a few instrumental tracks to show off a bit more, but it wears thing pretty quickly for me.

wolfking · « **Reply #1410 on:** January 16, 2014, 05:03:59 AM »

Quote from: BlobVanDam on January 16, 2014, 05:01:36 AM

I haven't heard anything else from Gus G, so my judgement is limited to that album, unfortunately.
I actually wish more solo albums from guitarists were vocal. Instrumental albums don't really interest me at all, unless it's orchestral or something. It's fine if there are a few instrumental tracks to show off a bit more, but it wears thing pretty quickly for me.

I think you're right, and I'm sure there will be a few instrumental tracks. This song just threw me off a bit.

BlobVanDam · « **Reply #1411 on:** January 16, 2014, 05:10:32 AM »

I didn't think it was great either, so it's not like I'm really defending it, but I did find it refreshing that it was a vocal song as opposed to instrumental. Just my own preference of course!

bl5150 · « **Reply #1412 on:** January 16, 2014, 10:37:41 PM »

A couple of snippets.....................

1. Thadeus Gonzalez confirmed as new vocalist for Lynch Mob

2. Royal Hunt (1st Aussie dates I believe) + Vanishing Point confirmed for Sydney and Melbourne dates in April. One thing I find rather weird is it's being promo'd as "DC Cooper's Royal Hunt" Presumably they think he has some sort of name recognition via Silent Force? I wouldn't know..............I'll struggle to find someone to go with.

Shame no Brissie dates Kade............travelling?

gazinwales · « **Reply #1413 on:** January 16, 2014, 11:03:35 PM »

I'll be going to see them in Sydney or Melbourne if I'm down their with work.
Should be a great gig, with VP supporting.

Yeah the DC Cooper thing is strange, we all know that it's Andre's band, he call 's the shots, does the hiring and firing.

Lowdz · « **Reply #1414 on:** January 17, 2014, 01:20:43 AM »

Brent, I'm liking The Kenny McGee you linked in the WAYLTN thread.
I heard Juliet when it came out but don't remember much about it.

gazinwales · « **Reply #1415 on:** January 17, 2014, 02:26:46 AM »

I was a bit of a Gun fan back in the day, an old girlfriend of mine got me into them.
Swagger had it's moments, Word Up was a great cover (I have that on CD single) and was generally a pretty good album.
I remember their album 'Gallus' being really good strong rock/hard rock with lots of melody.

bl5150 · « **Reply #1416 on:** January 17, 2014, 02:28:38 AM »

Quote from: gazinwales on January 17, 2014, 02:26:46 AM

I was a bit of a Gun fan back in the day, an old girlfriend of mine got me into them.
Swagger had it's moments, Word Up was a great cover (I have that on CD single) and was generally a pretty good album.
I remember their album 'Gallus' being really good strong rock/hard rock with lots of melody.

Gallus is probably more consistent - I hear a lot of INXS influence in there at times.

wolfking · « **Reply #1417 on:** January 17, 2014, 03:15:38 AM »

Quote from: bl5150 on January 16, 2014, 10:37:41 PM

Shame no Brissie dates Kade............travelling?

It's always the way.

I'm actually planning on a my first trip down to Sydney sometimes in the winter, but April could be on the cards, depending on work. So possibly.

jingle.boy · « **Reply #1418 on:** January 18, 2014, 12:45:22 PM »

Just saw someone post on FB that Fergie Frederiksen passed away today.

wolfking · « **Reply #1419 on:** January 19, 2014, 02:57:43 AM »

Quote from: jingle.boy on January 18, 2014, 12:45:22 PM

Just saw someone post on FB that Fergie Frederiksen passed away today.

Fuck man. I had a feeling this was coming soon since his cancer relapse. He put up an amazing fight and just listening to his vocals on his new album proves what a strong guy this was.

wolfking · « **Reply #1420 on:** January 19, 2014, 02:59:31 AM »

From his official website;

It is with a very heavy heart I tell you that my sweet soulbrother Fergie Frederiksen passed away today January 18.

Fergie has been a true Champ, and a fighter, and for this he got several years extra with us, and actually a couple of extra albums that will be of great joy for fans all over the world for many more years to come.

Now, this has been a Journey for me as well. I started the unofficial Fergie Frederiksen website in the mid 90s, and by the end of the 90s me and Fergie agreed to make it his official website. It has been a joyride, of ups and downs (healthwise), musically only ups! I have loved it all along, to work with Fergie, he has been such a true and good friend to me. Last summer I went to Sweden for a couple of days to hang with him, and he really made my day when he dedicated the Toto song Endless (my all time favourite Toto song!) on stage. Magical for me!

So what now?

Well, we should all celebrate Fergies life and music, the way he impacted us all in such a great way is just start-touching for many of us!

If you still want to donate and contribute to Fergies Family, you can do so. Money now will be spent for his funeral and the costs around this and some events. Go here to donate:

https://www.gofundme.com/3ydgpo

My friend Fergie, thank you very much for all the good years, were you have been such a great part of my life, even a good friend. I wish you a safe journey, I will never forget you and the great moments we had together. Travel in peace…

Klaus

Bolsters · « **Reply #1421 on:** January 19, 2014, 03:10:37 AM »

Yeah, that sucks. Fuck cancer.

bl5150 · « **Reply #1422 on:** January 19, 2014, 03:59:59 PM »

I haven't listened myself yet but if anyone's interested there's a fairly extensive 3 part interview here from Bob Daisley with an Aussie guitar mag. Presumably talking about his life/career and upcoming book "For Facts Sake" - which I imagine is dedicated , with much love, to Sharon Osbourne

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pIhAiHeh9j4

wolfking · « **Reply #1423 on:** January 20, 2014, 04:32:59 AM »

New Vanishing Point album samples. Sounds amazing.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1P-iwiDolHk

jingle.boy · « **Reply #1424 on:** January 20, 2014, 07:55:13 AM »

Quote from: wolfking on January 20, 2014, 04:32:59 AM

New Vanishing Point album samples. Sounds amazing.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1P-iwiDolHk

Saw that this morning. They're keeping me interested and intrigued.

wolfking · « **Reply #1425 on:** January 20, 2014, 02:54:24 PM »

Quote from: jingle.boy on January 20, 2014, 07:55:13 AM

Quote from: wolfking on January 20, 2014, 04:32:59 AM
New Vanishing Point album samples. Sounds amazing.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1P-iwiDolHk

Saw that this morning. They're keeping me interested and intrigued.

It's one of my most anticipated records so far.

Lowdz · « **Reply #1426 on:** January 20, 2014, 04:06:51 PM »

That certainly wets the appetite. Sounding a bit special.

bl5150 · « **Reply #1427 on:** January 20, 2014, 07:47:47 PM »

This deserves a play just for the DLR scream at the start which sounds hilarious (to me anyway) over that backing ..................I'll go and hide now

https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=lIOdvXE7kbI

wolfking · « **Reply #1428 on:** January 21, 2014, 03:26:17 AM »

Quote from: Lowdz on January 20, 2014, 04:06:51 PM

That certainly wets the appetite. Sounding a bit special.

I'm setting the bar high, but I think this may be something that the melodic rock world needs. Sounds original and certainly special.

BlobVanDam · « **Reply #1429 on:** January 21, 2014, 03:30:01 AM »

Sounded alright, but nothing special.

At least it had a bit better production than the Frontiers stuff.

wolfking · « **Reply #1430 on:** January 21, 2014, 03:32:50 AM »

Are you familiar with Vanishing Point? Killer band from your home state.

BlobVanDam · « **Reply #1431 on:** January 21, 2014, 03:35:08 AM »

Nope, that's the first I've heard of them. I have no patriotism at all, so their place of origin doesn't help either.

wolfking · « **Reply #1432 on:** January 21, 2014, 03:38:16 AM »

Quote from: BlobVanDam on January 21, 2014, 03:35:08 AM

Nope, that's the first I've heard of them. I have no patriotism at all, so their place of origin doesn't help either.

Check out Embrace the Silence, it's amazing. Come on man, support the Aussies!! (If you like them of course

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wolfking · « **Reply #1433 on:** January 21, 2014, 03:39:21 AM »

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IlxglhJvo5U

LRS. Another random Frontiers project. Sounds generic, but solid, and I'm a big fan of Josh Ramos' guitar playing.

BlobVanDam · « **Reply #1434 on:** January 21, 2014, 03:40:34 AM »

Quote from: wolfking on January 21, 2014, 03:38:16 AM

Quote from: BlobVanDam on January 21, 2014, 03:35:08 AM
Nope, that's the first I've heard of them. I have no patriotism at all, so their place of origin doesn't help either.

Check out Embrace the Silence, it's amazing. Come on man, support the Aussies!! (If you like them of course )

Those samples did nothing for me, so I can't say I feel too motivated here.

And as I said, zero patriotism here, and I usually go out of my way to avoid Aussie bands if anything.

News: Video of online chat between fans and members of Dream Theater: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sx8cLlXnHpA&feature=youtu.be (*no chickens were harmed during the filming of this chat)

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