feral_philosopher t1_jee6vb7 wrote
Reply to comment by NukeHand in Roger Waters for the Pink Floyd album 'The Wall' is the greatest vocal performance of all time by slowlyun
Had to google to find out what he said. Was it how he thinks Ukraine "provoked" Russia into war? Why do musicians get to voice their I'll informed opinions anyway? How could he have good information about this stuff anyway?
Crustybuttt t1_jee8fiz wrote
That, coupled with his antisemitism, is just not a good look. He’s an awful person. Wrote some brilliant songs, but he’s a vile person
slowlyun OP t1_jeej1cr wrote
off-topic, but seen as you mention it have you got any examples or evidence of this alleged 'anti-semitism' ?
Crustybuttt t1_jeem0dt wrote
Not that I really think your inquiry is in good faith, but here is a starting point.
slowlyun OP t1_jeexmwr wrote
From your Link i only see people call him 'anti-semitic'. I see no examples or evidence why he should be so.
You got any such examples, evidence or quotes?
I hope you don't think that: 'criticism of Israeli-government policy = anti-semitism' - that would be quite a fascistic character-assassination.
Have a look at the definition of 'anti-semitism', then have a look at Roger's quotes. You'll see that there's no relation.
Calling critics of the Isreali government 'anti-semitic' is like calling critics of African governments 'racist'.
Not really helpful, is it? Historical fascist regimes used similar tactics to shut down debate. And anyone familiar with Roger's lyrics over the years is that if he's to be labelled anything with accuracy, it's 'anti-fascist'.
Hopefully with that cleared up, you can offer an on-topic opinion on the thread subject?
Crustybuttt t1_jeffgw0 wrote
On topic, Syd Barrett was the best thing Floyd ever had going for it. Dave Gilmour is second. Roger is own biggest fan, but it’s Gilmour and Richard Wright that made his songs come alive
slowlyun OP t1_jefh3an wrote
I agree the band collectively are greater than the sum of their parts. Love all the 1967-1983 period. Once Roger left the Floyd albums became very watered down. Similar can be said of Roger's solo albums: without the rest of the band there is a particular magic missing.
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It's a shame the Live8 gig didn't inspire a proper band reunion.
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On Syd: he only really contributed to the debut album. Some fine dandy stuff, sure. Everything after that - up to Wish You Were Here - is a team effort by the rest. Roger, as we know, led the trio of albums between 1977-1983.
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Putting aside your personal views on Roger's character, would you agree his vocals on The Wall studio album are quite extraordinary? You don't even have to personally like it, but objectively it's a hell of a performance!
Crustybuttt t1_jefhc0n wrote
I think the person above who said it wasn’t even the best vocal performance on that album was spot on. I prefer Gilmour.
BlazedReaperX t1_jeer1f9 wrote
It claims he’s antisemitic because he doesn’t support israel, and supports Palestine. Lmfao 😂
Crustybuttt t1_jeer78i wrote
No, it says more than that, but I don’t debate with the disingenuous, so move along
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NukeHand t1_jee8i7t wrote
I never would’ve guessed that he, of all people, would’ve taken that position. I have to believe it’s because of black mail or something we can’t see. It just doesn’t add up.
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