----- Original Message -----
Sent: Friday, November 05, 1999 10:38
AM
Subject: Re: Rockline
Hi Jeff,
The Ricky Martin gaff was brought about 'cause the guys were asked about
what they thought of the music that the kids were listening to. They each
cited a few bands, and what they thought about them. Pat included a positive
reference to Ricky Martin.
I guess the real question is: WHAT'S THE PROBLEM?!?! Pat is an accomplished
musician & songwriter, and we all love his music. At the same time, there
are people I've talked to that refer to Doobie music as "insipid soda-pop
rock"-- hey that's THEIR opinion, which they are entitled to. Ricky's music is
high-energy, big production, Latin pop. (I've only heard two of his songs, but
I too think they're fun.) Could it be that because his music is
different from what some of you normally listen to, that causes
such a prejudicial reaction toward Ricky? Maybe not, maybe you just don't like
his music. However, about the worse thing I've seen on the list so far, (with
the exception of the "fwd's" & "warnings" some people have put up), is the
way some people feel Pat made a "mistake", because he likes a certain kind of
music. (Kind of like the way some parents felt their kids were making a
mistake by liking a person of another race or religion.) Think about
it. We all don't have to like all music, but nobody should be admonished or
denigrated because their musical taste is different from ours. Especially Pat!
O/K, I'll get off my soapbox now.
Cheers, Joe
jeff boller wrote:
I was unable to listen to Rockline because of some work stuff.
Can someone clue me in on what's the deal w/ the Ricky Martin
reference? Thanks! Best
Regards, Jeff BollerRedKlay Solutions(256) 771-7050 office(256) 777-1476 cellular[EMAIL PROTECTED]
I
agree with the general consensus that it was great to hear the Doobs last
night. I stayed up till 1 AM to hear it all. Ricky
Martin? Come on, Pat! Later you saved yourself with Dave
Matthews & Santana. I thought the comment about feel-good-music hit home for me.
There is "...a healin' in those guitars..."! The question about "Jesus is Just All Right" and
"Takin' it to the Streets" must have been from someone who only has the
"Best of ..." CD and doesn't know any history of the
Doobs. Their comments
about drugs were interesting. The Doobie Brothers warning
about the bad effects of drugs might mean more to kids, I
hope. I too, am looking
forward to the AC concert even more now. "...'Got to set your spirit
free!..." George
