OT Boss is da Bomb

by **Rockindeano** » Mon Feb 02, 2009 3:08 pm

Gideon wrote:
Rockindeano wrote:
Maui Tom wrote:Boss kicked fucking ASS.

You mean he was better than Journey?

Overall performance, absolutely. Arnel wasn't on his A-game and DSB blows. But Weinberg is no Castronovo, and Springsteen is neither Neal nor Arnel. His showmanship and versatility is impressive; but he's not as skilled as a guitarist or singer.

But he is so much better a performer and artist than Both of those guys put together. Neal can't write like Bruce, and Arnel can't perform half as good. Journey simply is without Perry, a B band.

by **Gideon** » Mon Feb 02, 2009 3:11 pm

Rockindeano wrote:
Gideon wrote:
Rockindeano wrote:
Maui Tom wrote:Boss kicked fucking ASS.

You mean he was better than Journey?

Overall performance, absolutely. Arnel wasn't on his A-game and DSB blows. But Weinberg is no Castronovo, and Springsteen is neither Neal nor Arnel. His showmanship and versatility is impressive; but he's not as skilled as a guitarist or singer.

But he is so much better a performer and artist than Both of those guys put together.

Meh. I can appreciate his talents, but I've never been a Springsteen fan, personally. I recognize that he is an American icon and cultural institution. But Arnel's boyish charm and stage antics appeal to me because he's like a toddler in the veritable fucking candy store. I think he truly appreciates what he has been given (though I think he could show it a little more by not doing the fucking solo tour). Likewise, there is something just exquisitely badass about the stage presence of Neal Schon -- he doesn't need to go Angus Young-apeshit all over the stage. He's got the rock star swagger, smirk, and bling. Loved his little pick toss to the camera.

That said, I love how Schon and Springsteen even dress the fuck alike lol.

Edit: Like I said, we'll agree to disagree. But talent and its application also factor in. Castronovo kicks the utter dogshit out of Weinberg (by miles and miles) and Springsteen isn't a fourth of the guitarist or singer that Neal and Arnel are (respectively).

by **Rockindeano** » Mon Feb 02, 2009 3:17 pm

The single day Journey writes a song as good as a Bruce song, then I will stop posting.

Journey compared to Bruce and E Street suck.

by **texafana** » Mon Feb 02, 2009 3:19 pm

Eyes closed Journey wins. Eyes open, the Boss is the man. Excellent entertainment value.

by **Gideon** » Mon Feb 02, 2009 3:20 pm

Rockindeano wrote:The single day Journey writes a song as good as a Bruce song, then I will stop posting.

Journey compared to Bruce and E Street suck.

We'll agree to disagree. :wink:

Though I'm confused as to how they "suck" when you readily admit he isn't as good of a singer or guitarist. Clearly, in some aspects, they're better than he is. Unless you meant to add the "...in terms of songwriting" as a qualifier. :lol:

by **Rockindeano** » Mon Feb 02, 2009 3:24 pm

texafana wrote:Eyes closed Journey wins. Eyes open, the Boss is the man. Excellent entertainment value.

after Arnels terrible vocal you can say that?

by **Angiekay** » Mon Feb 02, 2009 3:26 pm

I can't stand Springsteen, but that was entertaining!

Oh and THANK YOU for not playing Born in the USA...gag

by **Rockindeano** » Mon Feb 02, 2009 3:29 pm

Angiekay wrote:

I can't stand Springsteen, but that was entertaining!

You know, I know you hated Bruce, but I could always count on you for a no nonsense report.

Can you PM your tits pic ....please.

by **stevew2** » Mon Feb 02, 2009 3:31 pm

Rockindeano wrote:
Angiekay wrote:

I can't stand Springsteen, but that was entertaining!

You know, I know you hated Bruce, but I could always count on you for a no nonsense report.

Can you PM your tits pic ....please.

I bet they are nice and perky

by **Rockindeano** » Mon Feb 02, 2009 3:33 pm

I have seen them already, but m computer crashed and I am need of them once again.

by **SherriBerry** » Mon Feb 02, 2009 3:34 pm

Wasn't there a bet over Springsteen's setlist? He didn't play 'Born in the USA' so someone has to change their avatar if I remember correctly!

by **Rockindeano** » Mon Feb 02, 2009 3:38 pm

SherriBerry wrote:Wasn't there a bet over Springsteen's setlist? He didn't play 'Born in the USA' so someone has to change their avatar if I remember correctly!

I said He wouldn't. That whore BJG said he would. She lost.

There was action taken in Vegas for the setlist and it got so heated that the server crashed. If anyone had the setlist, it paid 25-1. I had 3 of the 4..I didn't ever think they would do 10th Avenue Freeze Out.

by **donnaplease** » Mon Feb 02, 2009 3:38 pm

Went into work for a few hours tonight so I didn't catch the entire performance, but I got a glimpse of Glory Days (my favorite Springsteen song EVER and the theme song for my senior year of high school!) and although it seemed slowed down a bit, I thought it was incredible! Listening to that song always makes me happy. :wink:

The first thing I thought about Bruce's appearance though, was 'hey, he kinda looks like Neal'. Great to see I wasn't the only one.

by **Ehwmatt** » Mon Feb 02, 2009 3:40 pm

Rockindeano wrote:
texafana wrote:Eyes closed Journey wins. Eyes open, the Boss is the man. Excellent entertainment value.

after Arnels terrible vocal you can say that?

So if Arnel runs around and slides all over the place acting like a goof, that would negate a shit vocal as heard on Born to Run tonight? I know Bruce's music isn't about the singing, but that was bad. So were Stevie's harmonies.

Wish they woulda done Radio Nowhere...

by **stevew2** » Mon Feb 02, 2009 3:43 pm

Rockindeano wrote:
SherriBerry wrote:Wasn't there a bet over Springsteen's setlist? He didn't play 'Born in the USA' so someone has to change their avatar if I remember correctly!

I said He wouldn't. That whore BJG said he would. She lost.

There was action taken in Vegas for the setlist and it got so heated that the server crashed. If anyone had the setlist, it paid 25-1. I had 3 of the 4..I didn't ever think they would do 10th Avenue Freeze Out.

BJG is goin to kick your ass, you ll be singin 'glory Hole'

by **Rockindeano** » Mon Feb 02, 2009 3:45 pm

Ehwmatt wrote:
Rockindeano wrote:
texafana wrote:Eyes closed Journey wins. Eyes open, the Boss is the man. Excellent entertainment value.

after Arnels terrible vocal you can say that?

So if Arnel runs around and slides all over the place acting like a goof, that would negate a shit vocal as heard on Born to Run tonight? I know Bruce's music isn't about the singing, but that was bad. So were Stevie's harmonies.

Wish they woulda done Radio Nowhere...

You cannot be serious. Journey is all about the vocal, of which Pineda lat out sucked on. Bruce is about stardom, writing, emotion and conveying that to the crowd. The two simply are not in the same hemisphere. Arnel, if he was smart, and the rest of the band, should have gone inside and watched the show. AP could have learned a thing or two.

by **Ehwmatt** » Mon Feb 02, 2009 3:48 pm

Rockindeano wrote:
Ehwmatt wrote:
Rockindeano wrote:
texafana wrote:Eyes closed Journey wins. Eyes open, the Boss is the man. Excellent entertainment value.

after Arnels terrible vocal you can say that?

So if Arnel runs around and slides all over the place acting like a goof, that would negate a shit vocal as heard on Born to Run tonight? I know Bruce's music isn't about the singing, but that was bad. So were Stevie's harmonies.

Wish they woulda done Radio Nowhere...

You cannot be serious. Journey is all about the vocal, of which Pineda lat out sucked on. Bruce is about stardom, writing, emotion and conveying that to the crowd. The two simply are not in the same hemisphere. Arnel, if he was smart, and the rest of the band, should have gone inside and watched the show. AP could have learned a thing or two.

Stardom? What the fuck is stardom? Look, I don't expect Bruce to come out there and hit ball-frying highs, but he sang Born to Run like shit. That detracted from the performance for ME. If he's singing perfectly and wants to do all that other shit, great. Otherwise I'd rather see him stand there, sing well, and just look like he's enjoying it. Born to Run suckedddddd.

by **AlteredDNA** » Mon Feb 02, 2009 9:01 pm

It sounded like Bruce's guitar was a bit flat at the beginning of Born To Run...Also sounded like his guitar got dropped way down in the mix when he started singing...

Probably happened when he threw it to his tech at the beginning of the show, and the tech almost tripped and fell...

by **bluejeangirl76** » Mon Feb 02, 2009 11:51 pm

Rockindeano wrote:
SherriBerry wrote:Wasn't there a bet over Springsteen's setlist? He didn't play 'Born in the USA' so someone has to change their avatar if I remember correctly!

I said He wouldn't. That whore BJG said he would. She lost.

I'd be offended by "whore" if you also hadn't just called Andrew a cocksucking marsupial.

For the record, I was not overwhelmed by Bruce's performance. It didn't suck, but... I expected better.
I'm demoting "The Boss" to cashier. :lol:

by **Michael Leigh** » Tue Feb 03, 2009 12:44 am

Rockindeano wrote:
Ehwmatt wrote:
Rockindeano wrote:
texafana wrote:Eyes closed Journey wins. Eyes open, the Boss is the man. Excellent entertainment value.

after Arnels terrible vocal you can say that?

So if Arnel runs around and slides all over the place acting like a goof, that would negate a shit vocal as heard on Born to Run tonight? I know Bruce's music isn't about the singing, but that was bad. So were Stevie's harmonies.

Wish they woulda done Radio Nowhere...

You cannot be serious. Journey is all about the vocal, of which Pineda lat out sucked on. Bruce is about stardom, writing, emotion and conveying that to the crowd. The two simply are not in the same hemisphere. Arnel, if he was smart, and the rest of the band, should have gone inside and watched the show. AP could have learned a thing or two.

I agree. Not being a huge Bruce fan, I thought his performance was OUTSTANDING.What a performer!!I thought Bruce, sounded like Bruce on BTR.
I think unfortunately that Journey was TOTALLY outclassed by Bruce.And that is coming from a guy that doesn't own a single Springsteen record,but I have the entire Journey catalog and then some.

by **bluejeangirl76** » Tue Feb 03, 2009 12:57 am

Michael Leigh wrote:I think unfortunately that Journey was TOTALLY outclassed by Bruce.

I agree. He certainly blew Journey out of the water.
Ever hope to see Journey doing the halftime gig? Get Perry back. :twisted:

Otherwise... continued "meh" performances. Those online reviews were pretty brutal.

by **SF-Dano** » Tue Feb 03, 2009 2:34 am

The boss & co. put on an entertaining show. However, using words like "incredible" and "outstanding" are bit much in my opinion.
Hey, if you're a big fan than I am sure you thought it was great, if not, you probably found it just entertaining as I did.

by **Arkansas** » Tue Feb 03, 2009 3:11 am

Gideon wrote: ... But Arnel's boyish charm and stage antics appeal to me because he's like a toddler in the veritable fucking candy store. ...

Local radio guys this morning were calling AP a 'mutant ninja turtle'. As mean as that may seem, their comments were making a little sense. Last night, Journey was clearly the b-team.

Springsteen & the E-Street Band ruled. One of the best halftime shows ever.

later~

by **WalrusOct9** » Tue Feb 03, 2009 4:39 am

Rockindeano wrote:The single day Journey writes a song as good as a Bruce song, then I will stop posting.

Journey compared to Bruce and E Street suck.

On the pop song scale, I'd take Escape over Born In The USA or his early 90's 'poppier' stuff. The rest of the time, I'd mostly agree with you, although I could argue it's a bit of an unfair comparison since they have somewhat different musical aspirations.

by **NealIsGod** » Tue Feb 03, 2009 4:45 am

Not bad for almost 60 years old.

by **bluejeangirl76** » Tue Feb 03, 2009 4:49 am

Holy crap, Nig... fire a warning before you hit us with the full on Springsteen junk shot. :shock:

by **Rhiannon** » Tue Feb 03, 2009 4:52 am

Hi Bruce's crotch!... :lol:

by **brywool** » Tue Feb 03, 2009 5:05 am

the boss is boring. Can't stand him. Don't get it. And that clip of him sliding looks pretty silly to me. Somebody should photoshop in a slip and slide.

Looks like Neal.

by **Rockindeano** » Tue Feb 03, 2009 5:17 am

bluejeangirl76 wrote:Holy crap, Nig... fire a warning before you hit us with the full on Springsteen junk shot.

Don't you have an avatar to change? I believe you lost the wager. The wager that you so promisingly swore Bruce would do Born in the USA and I said no way. The bet I believe was my choice for your avatar for 1 year.

by **StevePerryHair** » Tue Feb 03, 2009 5:24 am

Rockindeano wrote:
bluejeangirl76 wrote:Holy crap, Nig... fire a warning before you hit us with the full on Springsteen junk shot.

Don't you have an avatar to change? I believe you lost the wager. The wager that you so promisingly swore Bruce would do Born in the USA and I said no way. The bet I believe was my choice for your avatar for 1 year.

How about when you make good on your wager to sing Final Countdown like Cronin

(sorry to butt in, but I had to :lol:

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MR

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