One Step Closer: The nearly-classic

[Canadiens1131]

One Step Closer covered by Opeth or Cynic ...

 

[Mr. V]

Well, let's see: the Arctic Monkeys are talentless hacks who make utter dross, while Opeth and Cynic are comprised of extremely talented and knowledgeable musicians (Cynic's bassist has a PhD and teaches music theory at a university) who play very good music that is nonetheless a bit of an acquired taste.

Hear the latest album and tell me that...

 

[Bodnex]

Well, let's see: the Arctic Monkeys are talentless hacks who make utter dross, while Opeth and Cynic are comprised of extremely talented and knowledgeable musicians (Cynic's bassist has a PhD and teaches music theory at a university) who play very good music that is nonetheless a bit of an acquired taste.

Arctic Monkeys play fun rock songs, which is exactly what Electric Co. is. They know exactly what they can do and play to their strengths. Whereas (for example) most metal is really guitar-wanking. You don't have to be extremely talented to play good music, and even if you do you don't have to show it off in every song in 3 minute long solos that go nowhere. Sometimes less is more. (case in point: U2).

 

[Mr. V]

Arctic Monkeys play fun rock songs, which is exactly what Electric Co. is. They know exactly what they can do and play to their strengths. Whereas (for example) most metal is really guitar-wanking. You don't have to be extremely talented to play good music, and even if you do you don't have to show it off in every song in 3 minute long solos that go nowhere. Sometimes less is more. (case in point: U2).

Aye, but given the direction the new album seems to venture in (Favourite Worst Nightmare, that is), given a few more years, albums and more maturity, they can and will be more than a fun rock band...