Author Topic: Official Queensryche thread: Kickstart the next album (Read 705827 times)

eric42434224 · « **Reply #1610 on:** June 20, 2015, 09:10:00 AM »

I remember it quite well. The hardcore fans said Queensryche was now Pink Floyd, and that Metallica sold out.
But personally, I realized that one of the things I liked about both bands was the complexity, and fresh directions the bands previously took. I found that their music required a more involved approach when listening, and usually took several listens to reveal itself. The music was complex and took time to grow. I gave the albums a chance, and while very different from the predecessors, I found them to be very good and are still favorites. But in retrospect, those are both the albums that marked the end of my love affair with the bands. Subsequent releases never found their way into my heart. My deep love for both bands went downhill after the Black Album and Empire.

bl5150 · « **Reply #1611 on:** June 20, 2015, 09:21:06 AM »

Quote from: eric42434224 on June 20, 2015, 09:10:00 AM

My deep love for both bands went downhill after the Black Album and Empire.

This .........although ( MoP aside) I'm not sure "deep love" would describe my feelings for Metallica. Queensryche did break my heart though

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TAC · « **Reply #1612 on:** June 20, 2015, 10:16:22 AM »

I remember being quite disappointed with TBA and Empire. But they have both aged extremely well.

Listened to Warning last night. I can honestly say that there are only a handful of albums that I like better.

jammindude · « **Reply #1613 on:** June 20, 2015, 11:13:13 AM »

My love for both bands went downhill WITH TBA and Empire.

KevShmev · « **Reply #1614 on:** June 20, 2015, 07:16:14 PM »

Quote from: KevShmev on June 08, 2015, 04:57:09 PM

I just found out today that they are playing here in St. Louis at a venue I didn't know existed , which is less than 10 minutes from where I live. And tickets are cheap. What the hell, I might go.

So yeah, I ended up not going. I spent a good part of the day at a winery with some friends, and then the two friends I mentioned the concert to could not go, so I chucked the idea. Oh well.

Mebert78 · « **Reply #1615 on:** June 22, 2015, 08:44:14 AM »

New music from DeGarmo and his daughter: https://www.blabbermouth.net/news/former-queensryche-guitarist-chris-degarmo-teams-up-with-daughter-rylie-on-debut-the-rue-ep/

DeGarmo's playing is unmistakeable. His playing in this song reminds me of "Hero" from HITNF.

abydos · « **Reply #1616 on:** June 22, 2015, 07:03:37 PM »

She's cute. The song is OK too.

goo-goo · « **Reply #1617 on:** July 17, 2015, 02:42:26 PM »

New song up for pledgers.

Sounds amazing!

Phoenix87x · « **Reply #1618 on:** July 17, 2015, 02:47:25 PM »

I'll guess I'll have to use my imagination

Deathless · « **Reply #1619 on:** July 17, 2015, 03:19:47 PM »

The new song is up on century media's soundcloud page!

"Arrow of Time"

Lowdz · « **Reply #1620 on:** July 17, 2015, 03:27:58 PM »

Quote from: Deathless on July 17, 2015, 03:19:47 PM

The new song is up on century media's soundcloud page!

"Arrow of Time"

Oh yes. I'd say that's a good start.

jingle.boy · « **Reply #1621 on:** July 17, 2015, 05:15:21 PM »

Me likey. Sounds like much better production than the s/t. Really clean and crisp.

Phoenix87x · « **Reply #1622 on:** July 17, 2015, 05:52:24 PM »

Sounds solid. I dig it.

PowerSlave · « **Reply #1623 on:** July 17, 2015, 06:41:26 PM »

I'm not in love with it, but I think it will grow on me. Definitely looking forward to hearing the rest of the album, and the production sounded much better as well.

TAC · « **Reply #1624 on:** July 17, 2015, 07:37:37 PM »

Quote from: Lowdz on July 17, 2015, 03:27:58 PM

Quote from: Deathless on July 17, 2015, 03:19:47 PM
The new song is up on century media's soundcloud page!

"Arrow of Time"

Oh yes. I'd say that's a good start.

Yup! I can live with that!!

Mebert78 · « **Reply #1625 on:** July 17, 2015, 08:55:23 PM »

Wow! I definitely enjoyed my first listen. Sounds like QR!

jjrock88 · « **Reply #1626 on:** July 17, 2015, 10:45:20 PM »

like the sounds of this

bl5150 · « **Reply #1627 on:** July 18, 2015, 08:56:01 AM »

Quote from: Phoenix87x on July 17, 2015, 05:52:24 PM

Sounds solid.

I would agree - solid but not particularly memorable. I like what it says about the album (the general style and guitar sound) but I can't say that I am rushing to play that song again.

T-ski · « **Reply #1628 on:** July 18, 2015, 09:31:51 AM »

It's an okay song.

A bit power metal-esque and some of it sounds dated, especially the chanting near the end. I really like the middle section, though it doesn't seem to flow with the rest of the song. Rockenfield is animal on it.

My main issue with the song is, if you told me this was a different band, I don't think I would say, "you know, this sounds like QR."

So basically I'm not sure this sounds like a QR-type song.

jjrock88 · « **Reply #1629 on:** July 18, 2015, 10:25:28 AM »

Just think positive. It could have been "the key" junk

jammindude · « **Reply #1630 on:** July 18, 2015, 03:51:44 PM »

Pretty much "color by numbers" power metal. It's still a big improvement over anything they've done in decades.

I think that overall, it's a positive message. Their singles (with the exception of I Am I and Empire) have always been among their weakest tracks anyway. If this is the worst song on the album (probable) then that bodes very well for the album as a whole.

Mister Gold · « **Reply #1631 on:** July 20, 2015, 12:50:25 PM »

We've got an album title and release date!

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Press Release:
Against the formidable obstacles of an ever-changing cultural landscape, the rise and fall of various musical trends, and the near collapse of the record industry itself, QUEENSRŸCHE secured a triumphant legacy as one of hard rock’s most respected and celebrated acts, selling 30 million albums around the world across a 30-plus-year career.
The much-anticipated new offering, Condition Hüman, sees vocalist Todd LaTorre deliver the performance of a lifetime on what is now his sophomore recording effort with the band. Produced by Zeuss (Rob Zombie, Hatebreed, Sanctuary) in the band’s native Washington, Condition Hüman is a new mountain towering over many of the peaks and valleys of the hard rock landscape. Look for the album via Century Media Records on Oct 2nd.

I'm excited!

jjrock88 · « **Reply #1632 on:** July 20, 2015, 01:07:12 PM »

TAC · « **Reply #1633 on:** July 20, 2015, 01:18:52 PM »

I'm actually looking forward to this!

Mister Gold · « **Reply #1634 on:** July 20, 2015, 02:14:55 PM »

Quote from: TAC on July 20, 2015, 01:18:52 PM

I'm actually looking forward to this!

Likewise! My thoughts on how the band's been handling their setlist and touring plans aside, the s/t album was pretty great. Considering how the past album was largely written on a very short schedule, I think this new one will be far better since they've spent more time treating this album carefully. If Arrow of Time is anything to go by, this one's going to be great.

jingle.boy · « **Reply #1635 on:** July 20, 2015, 02:25:26 PM »

Quote from: TAC on July 20, 2015, 01:18:52 PM

I'm actually looking forward to this!

What's the 'actually' crap? I'm ABSOLUTELY looking forward to this!

TAC · « **Reply #1636 on:** July 20, 2015, 02:29:10 PM »

Quote from: jingle.boy on July 20, 2015, 02:25:26 PM

Quote from: TAC on July 20, 2015, 01:18:52 PM
I'm actually looking forward to this!

What's the 'actually' crap? I'm ABSOLUTELY looking forward to this!

Well,

1. I hold the band accountable for their last 15 years. It's not all on Tate.
2. The s/t is NOT the masterpiece that most people around here make it. It's a decent extended EP at best.
3. I'm still skeptical, and trust me, I AM rooting for them. After hearing the new track, I am definitely encouraged.

bl5150 · « **Reply #1637 on:** July 20, 2015, 02:56:15 PM »

I think it's natural to be skeptical that the magic can be revived without Degarmo and Tate - the s/t was decent but no cigar and so I'm on the fence. Tate is well and truly past it , so no loss there but it's still a lot riding on Wilton's shoulders. His input to classic QR is under rated by some and I get the impression that Todd is a good writer and really tuned in to the whole process , so I am cautiously optimistic.

jjrock88 · « **Reply #1638 on:** July 20, 2015, 02:56:35 PM »

I have full confidence that this album will kick ass

Deathless · « **Reply #1639 on:** July 20, 2015, 03:26:28 PM »

I just want to say... Scott Rock's drumming on that new song is great. Dude is playing like he's 25 again. Bring on the new album!

goo-goo · « **Reply #1640 on:** July 20, 2015, 03:47:37 PM »

Quote from: bl5150 on July 20, 2015, 02:56:15 PM

I think it's natural to be skeptical that the magic can be revived without Degarmo and Tate - the s/t was decent but no cigar and so I'm on the fence. Tate is well and truly past it , so no loss there but it's still a lot riding on Wilton's shoulders. His input to classic QR is under rated by some and I get the impression that Todd is a good writer and really tuned in to the whole process , so I am cautiously optimistic.

Would love to see DeGarmo back with QR. It's almost impossible at this stage, but I wouldn't mind a 6 piece QR outfit. Parker has done a pretty good job so far.

wolfking · « **Reply #1641 on:** July 20, 2015, 04:19:07 PM »

Very impressed with this new song. This album won't disappoint.

bosk1 · « **Reply #1642 on:** July 20, 2015, 05:09:41 PM »

Hmm... Not quite sure what to think. It didn't grab me right away, but that's not to say I won't like it after giving it more time.

Quote from: jammindude on July 18, 2015, 03:51:44 PM

Pretty much "color by numbers" power metal.

I don't hear anything in that song that reminds me of power metal.

jingle.boy · « **Reply #1643 on:** July 20, 2015, 05:26:05 PM »

Quote from: TAC on July 20, 2015, 02:29:10 PM

Quote from: jingle.boy on July 20, 2015, 02:25:26 PM
Quote from: TAC on July 20, 2015, 01:18:52 PM
I'm actually looking forward to this!

What's the 'actually' crap? I'm ABSOLUTELY looking forward to this!

Well,

1. I hold the band accountable for their last 15 years. It's not all on Tate.
2. The s/t is NOT the masterpiece that most people around here make it. It's a decent extended EP at best.
3. I'm still skeptical, and trust me, I AM rooting for them. After hearing the new track, I am definitely encouraged.

All fair comments. On the first point, you're right... Mrs. Tate is owed much of the blame. My wish is that they fired his ass in the mid 00s, and we had then what we have now. On point 2, I believe the s/t was written and performed well, just mastered horribly... seeing them live proves they still have 'it'.

King Postwhore · « **Reply #1644 on:** July 20, 2015, 05:34:56 PM »

Tate pulled a DeYoung, a power move. They felt trapped. Then one show, enough is enough.

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