Kenny Vaughan
Tom Bukovac
Jack White
The Black Keys
Gillian Welch
David Rawlings
Rosanne Cash
Neko Case
.....a few that come to mind.....
The cool factor- who has it?
My question relates to music and musical artist's performance and music. Who has that COOL factor? In the past or currently. For example I think the Beatles had it and also Bob Marley. Today I think Lenny Kravitz (if for nothing certainly for his longevity).
Thoughts?...
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Everyone probably defines “Cool” in their own perception…for me “Cool” is someone who stands out over others and you admire to put it simply. A “few” examples for me would include: Chris Issak Peter Gabriel Neil Young early years Ian Anderson early years Elvis early years Neil Peart Jimmy Hendrix Joni Mitchell Dylan early years ……. |
@tony1954 : Tool? Really? LOL! |
@foggyus91 : Who the f**k is Samantha Fish? |
@jasonbourne71 after you enjoy your session with Samantha Fish, check out this Samantha, https://open.qobuz.com/album/ijbkc8j7wvmib also, Charley Crockett. |
Sam with a cigar box bass...Grrl's got roots. |
Paul Weller, Joe Jackson, Marvin Gaye, Curtis Mayfield, Sly Stone, Amy Winehouse, Steve Marriott, John Waite, Free, Chris Robinson, Jason Isbell, Elvis Costello (in a nerdy kinda way) Dolores O'Rierdon, Kay Hanley, Sting... just tossing some out there that haven't been already named. So many among us now, but so many gone too soon |
I am not a fan of Blues but there are exceptions... I admire John Lee Hooker voice singing so cool anybody feel in a hurry compared to him... I always like to hear him since 50 years and i love him so much it kill many others Blues singers for me ... I like Moody Blues but he was way less cool than Hooker...
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When i envision cool its always 50's jazz artists that first come to mind, Thelonius Monk is the epitome of cool for me. Walking around on stage, humming, and that unique, sort of disjointed piano style, and the hip clothing, one suave dude! And I could go on and on with so many jazz and blues guys from 40's-70's.
John Lee Hooker, the voice alone makes him cool as hell!
Roy Orbison certainly cool, the shades man. Early Elvis. Mick Fleetwood with the balls. Mick Jagger and James Brown had the moves. Just at top of mind Tony Joe White, Polk Salad Annie song, he was one of those swamp dogs, speaking of Swamp Dog, he's been going a long time. I could go on and on. |
@jasonbourne71 She is a blues artist from KC. Should also check out Larkin Poe. |
@mahgister Chet should have never started singing. Wow he is a lousy vocalist. @sns No doubt Monk was very cool, along with Wayne Shorter, Lee Morgan and Kenny Burrell. Coltrane too. Wow I need to fire up the TT and listen to my Jazz collection.
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@foggyus91 Disagree - Chet Baker Sings is my favorite CB LP. It's because he really doesn't have the vocal chops that makes it "cool" - it's also a VERY well recorded album. Heroin has you believe'n you can do anything vibe. Just my opinion |
Do I need to remind you that this was my list and therefore your agreement is not required or desired. Actually, the fact that it is you that is disagreeing, can be seen more as a validation of my picks. Need I remind you that it is always easier to sit in the stands and pass judgement, than it is to play the game.
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@bgross That's the great thing about this hobby (for some an obsession) one mans garbage is another mans gold. When CB started singing was after he had his face smashed in for gambling debts (Mafia?). Regardless I am glad you think it's great. I put Bakers vocal chops right up there with Tiny Tim, Rosanne Barr and Clint Eastwood and Bruce Springsteen. |
The late, great "Iceman": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nMQzDKSyJ8Y This guy, for sure: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-CixtG_bF28 ... and of course, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tvltTXEg5kI Not to forget; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RR5lR7BqPIg OR: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NzazEJcXswY And to cap it off, these two: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5p0AryAE6Bw
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@woofhaven1992 ...but glad you did....👍😎 +10er... |
@foggyus91 yeah, not really a debate on vocal chops... if that were the case Joe Strummer & Mick Jones would be in right the mix of your "Tiny Tim" analogy lol. Point is, I think we both find Chet Baker super cool, in spite of his limited vocal abilities, as was asked by the OP |
@bgross Yes indeed, I agree.
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We can say anything. We can propose our "taste" as truth... But facts spoke themselves sometimes : I pick and past it from google : «Chet Baker’s first vocal album, Chet Baker Sings, released in 1954, was a significant success that propelled him to stardom as both a trumpeter and vocalist. The album, featuring his interpretations of popular standards, was a hit with audiences and critics, and helped establish him as a prominent figure in the West Coast cool jazz scene » Then Say it in this way : Chet Baker sings crappy and it is my opinion... And i will say it my way and i am not alone saying it : "the Prince of cool" was Baker because he sing as he play : cool with no bravado... |
