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Re: The Winery Dogs thread - Portnoy, Sheehan and Kotzen
« Reply #527 on: August 24, 2015, 10:39:46 AM »
Really solid song.  I like it a lot.  :tup

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« Reply #528 on: August 24, 2015, 10:42:23 AM »
Not bad, pretty solid song. Nothing really new from their first record, it sounds like this song would fit perfectly on their debut. I'm interested to see if they stretch out from that sound at all on the new record.

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Re: The Winery Dogs thread - Portnoy, Sheehan and Kotzen
« Reply #529 on: August 24, 2015, 10:44:31 AM »
Not bad, pretty solid song. Nothing really new from their first record, it sounds like this song would fit perfectly on their debut. I'm interested to see if they stretch out from that sound at all on the new record.

I think so based on the quotes from the band.

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"I'm glad we're not playing it safe and just doing songs that automatically fit in the category of what we did on the first record," Sheehan concludes. "Some of them are a little different, and we definitely took chances. And you have to do that — otherwise, you don't grow."

But I agree, this song sounds like something from the last album.

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« Reply #530 on: August 24, 2015, 10:54:43 AM »
I'm interested to see if they stretch out from that sound at all on the new record.

Yes they do, much more groove on the new releaase. Remember, Oblivion was written about halfway through the last tour

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Re: The Winery Dogs thread - Portnoy, Sheehan and Kotzen
« Reply #531 on: August 24, 2015, 11:28:30 AM »
Looking forward to this.
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« Reply #532 on: August 24, 2015, 11:30:01 AM »
I think so based on the quotes from the band.

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"I'm glad we're not playing it safe and just doing songs that automatically fit in the category of what we did on the first record," Sheehan concludes. "Some of them are a little different, and we definitely took chances. And you have to do that — otherwise, you don't grow."

But I agree, this song sounds like something from the last album.

Yeah bands typically say that sort of thing about new albums... Sometimes it's true, sometimes not. We will see!

Yes they do, much more groove on the new releaase. Remember, Oblivion was written about halfway through the last tour

Good to hear, like I said, I'm interested to hear what they came up with. The Winery Dogs are weird for me, I feel like with the lineup they have they should be great. But so far I've only really been struck by a few moments in a few songs and thought "Wow this is great". The potential is definitely there, something just hasn't fully clicked for me with this group. Maybe it will with their next album.

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Re: The Winery Dogs thread - Portnoy, Sheehan and Kotzen
« Reply #533 on: August 24, 2015, 02:48:29 PM »
I really enjoyed the song more than I expected.  Not to say I had low expectations or anything. It kicks ass. It sounds both old and new if that makes sense.  Like if Glenn Hughes sang for Soundgarden on a song written by the Foo Fighters for an LTE record.

Looking forward to the rest.

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Re: The Winery Dogs thread - Portnoy, Sheehan and Kotzen
« Reply #534 on: August 24, 2015, 02:56:55 PM »
Sounds great! And to me the song at least feels different than their first album. Definitely the same band and concept, but it has a slightly different feeling to it. Looking forward to this one, first song rocks already.

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Re: The Winery Dogs thread - Portnoy, Sheehan and Kotzen
« Reply #535 on: August 24, 2015, 03:11:29 PM »
The verse has more of a Mr. Big Colorado Bulldog feel to it.  The chorus is all Kotzen/Winery Dogs.  Kotzen writes a great chorus.

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Re: The Winery Dogs thread - Portnoy, Sheehan and Kotzen
« Reply #536 on: August 24, 2015, 03:57:55 PM »
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« Reply #537 on: August 26, 2015, 12:08:49 PM »
Very enjoyable song!

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« Reply #538 on: August 27, 2015, 10:43:11 AM »
What a great song. The first record is great but if the rest of the new songs are up to the quality of this one, Hot Streak will be even better.
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Re: The Winery Dogs thread - Portnoy, Sheehan and Kotzen
« Reply #539 on: September 14, 2015, 07:27:04 PM »
Fusion is good.

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Re: The Winery Dogs thread - Portnoy, Sheehan and Kotzen
« Reply #540 on: September 15, 2015, 05:31:02 AM »
Got my tickets for the NJ show, there was a promotion buy one get one free so got two for 36 after charges/tax/delivery which is pretty awesome!

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« Reply #541 on: September 27, 2015, 07:35:34 PM »
Got my tickets for the NJ show, there was a promotion buy one get one free so got two for 36 after charges/tax/delivery which is pretty awesome!

What's the code? I've been holding off on getting tickets for this show and I'm glad I did now.

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Re: The Winery Dogs thread - Portnoy, Sheehan and Kotzen
« Reply #542 on: September 28, 2015, 03:39:35 AM »
The production and the song reminded me of Black Country Communion.

Specifically this song : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=73qFdCZbhPY

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Re: The Winery Dogs thread - Portnoy, Sheehan and Kotzen
« Reply #543 on: September 28, 2015, 06:19:32 PM »
Got my tickets for the NJ show, there was a promotion buy one get one free so got two for 36 after charges/tax/delivery which is pretty awesome!

What's the code? I've been holding off on getting tickets for this show and I'm glad I did now.

It was a one day sale a few weeks ago, I only found out through the girl I am seeing who was on some mailing list through Starland.

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Re: The Winery Dogs thread - Portnoy, Sheehan and Kotzen
« Reply #544 on: September 29, 2015, 05:48:10 AM »
The first album didn't do a lot for me to be honest but this new song is quite slick and enjoyable.  Will probably pick it up.

Damn Kotzen sounds like Cornell IMO.
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Re: The Winery Dogs thread - Portnoy, Sheehan and Kotzen
« Reply #545 on: September 29, 2015, 05:52:33 AM »
Damn Kotzen sounds like Cornell IMO.

He sure does.  That was the first thing I noticed when I heard Winery Dogs.

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Re: The Winery Dogs thread - Portnoy, Sheehan and Kotzen
« Reply #546 on: September 29, 2015, 05:58:01 AM »
I don't know why I never checked out any of his solo work, he's a fine guitarist.
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Re: The Winery Dogs thread - Portnoy, Sheehan and Kotzen
« Reply #547 on: September 29, 2015, 09:11:17 AM »
Anyone going to opening night at the Ridgefield Playhouse in Connecticut?

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Re: The Winery Dogs thread - Portnoy, Sheehan and Kotzen
« Reply #548 on: September 29, 2015, 10:45:06 AM »
I don't know why I never checked out any of his solo work, he's a fine guitarist.

Kotzen´s solo stuff is pretty cool. I recomend the latest, Cannibals, Break It All Down, Into the Black and 24 Hours.

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Re: The Winery Dogs thread - Portnoy, Sheehan and Kotzen
« Reply #549 on: September 29, 2015, 01:04:37 PM »
Anyone going to opening night at the Ridgefield Playhouse in Connecticut?

Stads, I will be there. Aren't you up near UCONN? If so you are welcome to hitch a ride with us. PM me, like to meet you.

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Re: The Winery Dogs thread - Portnoy, Sheehan and Kotzen
« Reply #550 on: September 29, 2015, 02:54:17 PM »
I don't know why I never checked out any of his solo work, he's a fine guitarist.

Kotzen´s solo stuff is pretty cool. I recomend the latest, Cannibals, Break It All Down, Into the Black and 24 Hours.

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Re: The Winery Dogs thread - Portnoy, Sheehan and Kotzen
« Reply #551 on: September 29, 2015, 04:05:19 PM »
Got my tickets for the NJ show, there was a promotion buy one get one free so got two for 36 after charges/tax/delivery which is pretty awesome!

What's the code? I've been holding off on getting tickets for this show and I'm glad I did now.

It was a one day sale a few weeks ago, I only found out through the girl I am seeing who was on some mailing list through Starland.

Thanks, I'll keep my eyes open.  I'll find a deal somewhere.

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Re: The Winery Dogs thread - Portnoy, Sheehan and Kotzen
« Reply #552 on: September 30, 2015, 12:30:17 AM »
I'm a long time Richie Kotzen fan, and it's kinda funny, but I sometimes think that ultimately, the Winery Dogs are just another Kotzen album, but now with well known bassist and drummer (for promotion purposes). Because the material is clearly Kotzen (just somewhat heavier), and his voice and guitar set the tone. So... Another Kotzen album.
I'm super stoked that he finally gets some serious exposure and the recognition he deserves. 

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« Reply #553 on: September 30, 2015, 04:18:44 AM »
I'm a long time Richie Kotzen fan, and it's kinda funny, but I sometimes think that ultimately, the Winery Dogs are just another Kotzen album, but now with well known bassist and drummer (for promotion purposes). Because the material is clearly Kotzen (just somewhat heavier), and his voice and guitar set the tone. So... Another Kotzen album.
I'm super stoked that he finally gets some serious exposure and the recognition he deserves.

Never heard of the guy before, but yeah, I really like the music and he seems like a very talented musician (based on the first album and the live DVD). I will definitely check out some of his own material down the road.

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Re: The Winery Dogs thread - Portnoy, Sheehan and Kotzen
« Reply #554 on: September 30, 2015, 07:57:48 AM »
Agreed, I was not familiar with him until this band and he really impressed me. 

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« Reply #556 on: September 30, 2015, 02:11:57 PM »
My first impression is that this one is much more funky than the first. Really different, but very cool.
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« Reply #557 on: September 30, 2015, 06:20:54 PM »
The cover is incredibly stupid and awful looking. Like, to an extent where I'm shocked no one along the way said to anyone of them "No, you're not using this".

The album itself on the other hand; I'm listening through it now (in the middle of track 10 now), and I'm really digging it. The first few tracks were good but started to get a bit samey, but then it opened up nicely and has had pretty good variety since.

My first impression is that I'd rank this above their first record, and I liked their first record.

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« Reply #558 on: September 30, 2015, 10:53:39 PM »
My first impression is that this one is much more funky than the first. Really different, but very cool.
Sounds good to me. Gimme some grooove! :) Going to stream...

And I agree with TL, the cover's kinda bad. They should have gone with a dark background.
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« Reply #559 on: October 01, 2015, 12:35:22 AM »
First impressions: yes, definitely funkier album, definitely more diverse. Lost of interesting guitar work.  I also found it darker and a bit mellower than the debut.
Not sure how it's gonna work for me in the long run, gotta spin it some more.