MERGED--> Kings of Leon Verdicts + How about someone give a review of Kings of Leon

[geoffgrenier]

I loved No Doubt!! And PJ!!

shoot in ATL on Elevation PJ was sick and we had to stomach Nelly Furtado!!

 

[Reggie Thee Dog]

shoot in ATL on Elevation PJ was sick and we had to stomach Nelly Furtado!!

But Grenier, she's "like a bird"!! How can that be all bad...

 

[geoffgrenier]

But Grenier, she's "like a bird"!! How can that be all bad...

I knew there was something wrong when my ex wife liked Nelly F more than U2.. no wonder i kicked her!! Nelly rolled out w/ a 10 piece band! and still put on an average show..

keep in mind, KOL could barely finish a song w/o messing up until almost a year ago..they dont claim to be great musicians, just a bunch of red-necks that want to rock.. Thee, whats up w/ you meeting them after SJII??

 

[diamond]

My problem w KOL is when I read statements like this made by the drummer in a R/S. interview:

The Kings met U2 last October, when they were summoned to the band's dressing room after a taping of the British music program CD: UK. "We were like, 'All right!'" remembers Nathan, the drummer. "We ordered some drinks, and we all sat around talking about shit. The funny thing was that they knew a lot more about us than we knew about them." Two weeks later KOL were invited to open all twenty-six of U2's spring gigs.

Their only saving grace is that U2 picked them so they get a pass.
I bought their CD, gave it a listen and thought no..they don't sound that bad, do they? So I gave it a second listen, and had to trade it in taking a 50% loss.

Being ever the optimist I thought well maybe this is one of those rare bands that are better live than in the studio.(Like Springsteen)
Sadly I was disappointed on that front too.

But again, U2 picked them, so I say cut'em some slack.


db9

 

[gossamerLL]

KOL 2005 = Lone Justice 1985 (not 87 they opened for the UF tour not JT).

I had a headache by the time both left the stage. I can't believe someone on here actually liked Lone Justice.

 

[gossamerLL]

How about Public Enemy opening for Zoo TV? Anybody remember that?

 

[zwervers2]

Just bought the KOL record...finally something original, strange and uplifting at the same time comming out of the speakers again.
Damn you Coldplay damn you to hell!!!!

I can fully understand why bono and the guys wanted this band to open for them, it's fresh interpol etc are very nice but so cliche it isn't even funny anymore and I saw Keane couple of weeks ago...decent sound but talk about no stagepresence whatsoever...I really dig Franz Ferdinand though...

Verdict on KOL new record: 8.6.....

 

[dafish1234]

I'm a fan of Kings of Leon. I don't think there an amazing live band, but they play some rockin tunes are real good as far as getting the crowd warmed up. Love "The Bucket," "Molly's Chambers" and "spiral staircase."

 

[dafish1234]

I'm a fan of Kings of Leon. I don't think there an amazing live band, but they play some rockin tunes are real good as far as getting the crowd warmed up. Love "The Bucket," "Molly's Chambers" and "spiral staircase."

 

[hoving]

I think they suck.

 

[diamond]

john,
ouch.

db9

 

[sarahlis]

I think they suck.

i agree!!! was that singing??? it sounded like screaming. and the guitars--- noise would be the kindest word

 

[Val]

I think they suck.

I disagree. They're young, hard workers, and have a lot of talent. Granted, the audio was too loud, but the band played well, and have some good songs. Most young bands sound repetitive after a few songs (U2 did), but I think we will see some great music come from these guys. IMHO of course!

 

[MrsSpringsteen]

Uh, really not my type of music. Some of the songs have a good beat that you can get into..

One sort of funny story last night-from my seat I could see the GA entrance very well, at one point one of the guys from KOL was walking down to go backstage I presume(before they were even on stage). The security guard stopped him, I guess they're not well known by security or anyone else

They were very polite to the audience and the audience was to them as well.

 

[Doppelgang]

Saw the Kings of Leon from the front rail of the Elipse in Seattle.

They were Loud and Meticulos, not commericial at all.

I went to the music store, previewed their new cd, bought the same.

After several listens , and one live show, i have the following comments.

Good young band, lots of potential and talent.

Strong , interesting lyrics and great musicianship, these guys could develop nicely.

They need some stronger technical support both for live shows (although i need to see them as the sole act to really commment) and in the studio. Perhaps the cash they hopefully make on this tour will afford them the above.

In sum, I will buy thier first and next cd just becuase they are a rock'n roll act and these are sadly few and far betwen these days with all the hip / hop / rap / bubblegum saturated market we now know as the music industry. As Bono says a group like U@ would not survive in the present music industry.

I rest my case.

Also interested if anyone else has any new bands they have heard that they recommend.

Cheers

 

[Doppelgang]

Saw the Kings of Leon from the front rail of the Elipse in Seattle.

They were Loud and Meticulos, not commericial at all.

I went to the music store, previewed their new cd, bought the same.

After several listens , and one live show, i have the following comments.

Good young band, lots of potential and talent.

Strong , interesting lyrics and great musicianship, these guys could develop nicely.

They need some stronger technical support both for live shows (although i need to see them as the sole act to really commment) and in the studio. Perhaps the cash they hopefully make on this tour will afford them the above.

In sum, I will buy thier first and next cd just becuase they are a rock'n roll act and these are sadly few and far betwen these days with all the hip / hop / rap / bubblegum saturated market we now know as the music industry. As Bono says a group like U2 would not survive in the present music industry.

I rest my case.

Also interested if anyone else has any new bands they have heard that they recommend.

Cheers

 

[Doppelgang]

Cheers

 

[diamond]

i think some of KOL's relatives must have found this site

out-
db9

 

[Doppelgang]

That'd be in-co-rect y'all, I aint no rel-ie-tive to no one from that far down to the sotuth, matter a fact y'alls closer.

 

[lesallimc]

Be careful what you say, only takes one articulate Southerner to verbally kick your a**.

 

[ramblin rose]

I'll have to admit, I've now seen them 4 times now and they've grown on me.

(I never thought I'd be saying this after opening night).

 

[Hawkmoon04]

you guys should get the cd's and read the words. It makes his singing style very tolorable. IMO KOL rock hard. I really enjoyed seeing them and will certainly see them again if the come around to play smaller venues.

 

[Doppelgang]

KOL Lyrical Content

Yes, that is true, the writting style is reminescant of JD Salinger (Twain).

Also I dont care shite about the vocals , other than that they remain as they are , that , for me, is part of the band's sound that distinguses it.

 

[bella575]

Didn't think they were that good.

 

[U2morrow]

I actually loved Kings of Leon. Thought they were excellent and I plan on going ou and getting a CD later this week.

 

[Hawkmoon04]

This should be funny, but for those who may be interested.....

Kings of Leon Tour dates for the summer..

JUL 15 - Portland, OR - Roseland

JUL16 - Seattle, WA - Moore Theatre

JUL 17 - Eugene, OR - McDonald Theatre

JUL 19 - San Francisco, CA - Fillmore

JUL 20 - San Francisco, CA - Fillmore

JUL 22 - Los Angeles, CA - Wiltern

JUL 24 - San Diego, CA - 4th & B

JUL 26 - Denver, CO - Paramount Theatre

JUL 28 - Minneapolis, MN - 1st Avenue

JUL 29 - Milwaukee, WI - Eagles Ballroom

JUL 30 - Chicago, IL - Congress

AUG 02 - Detroit, MI - Clutch Cargo's

AUG 03 - Toronto, ONT - Kool Haus

AUG 05 - Boston, MA - Avalon

AUG 06 - Philadelphia. PA - Electric Factory

AUG 08 - New York, NY - Roseland

AUG 11 - Washington, DC - 9:30 Club

AUG 12 - Norfolk, VA - Norva

AUG 13 - Myrtle Beach, SC - House Of Blues

AUG 15 - Orlando, FL - House Of Blues

AUG 16 - Ft. Lauderdale, FL - Revolution

AUG 18 - Atlanta, GA - Tabernacle

AUG 19 - Asheville, NC - The Orange Peel

AUG 20 - Nashville, TN - Ryman

 

[achtung- mama]

sorry did i miss something!!

what's funny??

KINGS OF LEON Carling Apollo Manchester WED 15/06/2005 19:30 sold out
KINGS OF LEON Carling Apollo Manchester THU 16/06/2005 19:30 sold out
KINGS OF LEON The Dome Doncaster SAT 18/06/2005 19:30 sold out
KINGS OF LEON Carling Apollo Hammersmith London SUN 19/06/2005 19:30 sold out
KINGS OF LEON Carling Apollo Hammersmith London MON 20/06/2005 19:30 sold out
KINGS OF LEON Carling Apollo Hammersmith London TUE 21/06/2005 19:30 singles only, please call
KINGS OF LEON Carling Academy Birmingham THU 23/06/2005 19:30 singles only, please call
KINGS OF LEON Carling Academy Birmingham FRI 24/06/2005 18:00 sold out
KINGS OF LEON Corn Exchange Edinburgh Edinburgh SUN 26/06/2005 19:30 sold out
KINGS OF LEON Carling Academy Glasgow Glasgow MON 27/06/2005 19:30 sold out
KINGS OF LEON Carling Academy Glasgow Glasgow TUE 28/06/2005 19:30 sold out
KINGS OF LEON Brighton Centre Brighton THU 30/06/2005 19:30 buy tickets
KINGS OF LEON Nottingham Arena Nottingham FRI 01/07/2005 19:30 buy tickets
KINGS OF LEON Cardiff International Arena Cardiff SAT 02/07/2005 19:30 sold out
KINGS OF LEON Plymouth Pavilions Plymouth MON 04/07/2005 19:30 sold out
KINGS OF LEON Oasis Leisure Centre Swindon TUE 05/07/2005 19:30 sold out
KINGS OF LEON Rivermead Reading WED 06/07/2005 19:30 sold out
KINGS OF LEON Newcastle City Hall Newcastle FRI 08/07/2005 19:30 sold out
KINGS OF LEON Newcastle City Hall Newcastle SAT 09/07/2005 19:30 buy tickets
KINGS OF LEON Bridlington Spa Bridlington SUN 10/07/2005 19:30 sold out

btw i'm going to three

 

[pub crawler]

btw i'm going to three

Gotta say it again. I liked KOL.

 

[Hawkmoon04]

sorry did i miss something!!

what's funny??

KINGS OF LEON Carling Apollo Manchester WED 15/06/2005 19:30 sold out
KINGS OF LEON Carling Apollo Manchester THU 16/06/2005 19:30 sold out
KINGS OF LEON The Dome Doncaster SAT 18/06/2005 19:30 sold out
KINGS OF LEON Carling Apollo Hammersmith London SUN 19/06/2005 19:30 sold out
KINGS OF LEON Carling Apollo Hammersmith London MON 20/06/2005 19:30 sold out
KINGS OF LEON Carling Apollo Hammersmith London TUE 21/06/2005 19:30 singles only, please call
KINGS OF LEON Carling Academy Birmingham THU 23/06/2005 19:30 singles only, please call
KINGS OF LEON Carling Academy Birmingham FRI 24/06/2005 18:00 sold out
KINGS OF LEON Corn Exchange Edinburgh Edinburgh SUN 26/06/2005 19:30 sold out
KINGS OF LEON Carling Academy Glasgow Glasgow MON 27/06/2005 19:30 sold out
KINGS OF LEON Carling Academy Glasgow Glasgow TUE 28/06/2005 19:30 sold out
KINGS OF LEON Brighton Centre Brighton THU 30/06/2005 19:30 buy tickets
KINGS OF LEON Nottingham Arena Nottingham FRI 01/07/2005 19:30 buy tickets
KINGS OF LEON Cardiff International Arena Cardiff SAT 02/07/2005 19:30 sold out
KINGS OF LEON Plymouth Pavilions Plymouth MON 04/07/2005 19:30 sold out
KINGS OF LEON Oasis Leisure Centre Swindon TUE 05/07/2005 19:30 sold out
KINGS OF LEON Rivermead Reading WED 06/07/2005 19:30 sold out
KINGS OF LEON Newcastle City Hall Newcastle FRI 08/07/2005 19:30 sold out
KINGS OF LEON Newcastle City Hall Newcastle SAT 09/07/2005 19:30 buy tickets
KINGS OF LEON Bridlington Spa Bridlington SUN 10/07/2005 19:30 sold out

btw i'm going to three

Hey nothing is funny really. I just had a feeling after reading all these neaitive posts that some people would rip there tour dates in America this summer. Thats great to seee all those shows sold out. I wonder how ticket sales look in the states? Im going to try to get to the Philly or NYC show. maybe both.
Walking like your stuck in velvet snooooow!!

 

[achtung- mama]

maybe both.
Walking like your stuck in velvet snooooow!!

try for both!!

i have got U2 (first UKgig of tour) tuesday and KOL (first UK gig of tour) wednesday!! pray for me won't you!!

let the good times roll!!