The Killers
I dig the Killers, but I'm not a big fan of the mid-album makeover. Last night I was bowling at Park Tavern with Yacks, Rand-McNally, and Timberlake when the video for "Somebody Told Me" came on. I'm pretty sure that either that or "Smile Like You Mean It" was their first single off of Hot Fuss. On the video, they're rolling the faded jeans and suit coat. Very Lucas McMillen.
But then somewhere down the line, some ass at the record company realizes a couple things. First, that the whole '80s retro mod thing is in. So they dress the group up in brightly-colored three piece suits. They also realized that the lead singer is (apparently, I've heard) somewhat attractive. So they give the kid a haircut, doll him up, etc. Fine, whatever, do what you can to sell a few albums. But are the eye makeup and sparkles really necessary? I like the music and all, but it's like they're turning into Culture Club right before my eyes.
But then somewhere down the line, some ass at the record company realizes a couple things. First, that the whole '80s retro mod thing is in. So they dress the group up in brightly-colored three piece suits. They also realized that the lead singer is (apparently, I've heard) somewhat attractive. So they give the kid a haircut, doll him up, etc. Fine, whatever, do what you can to sell a few albums. But are the eye makeup and sparkles really necessary? I like the music and all, but it's like they're turning into Culture Club right before my eyes.
posted by Your Friendly Neighborhood Clark Bar at 6/28/2005 09:33:00 AM
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"Catholicism is the glam rock of religion."
- Bono
Why the anonymity, feller?
Because I don't have a login name and I don't want you to know who I am.
Oh that's like cheating isn't it?
As for The Killers, this was bound to happen after they guest starred on the O.C. Once Island knew that they could sell records to teeny boppers in Juicy Couture it was just a matter of time before the makeover happened.
So, they found the 'cutest' (i don't agree but whatever) guy in the group and turned him into the brooding rock god that makes 14 year old girls go ga-ga. Let's just hope it doesn't kill their future.
Cheating on what? Is there a code of ethics I need to review before I offer my insight?
Not at all. Post anonymously all you want. Just wasn't sure why you needed to go all Deep Throat with the Bono quote.
You post on someone's blog and then tell them that you don't want them to know who you are. Then you check back often enough to respond to comments with record speed.
Maybe there is no enforceable code of ethics in effect here, but at the very least it's bad form and a little silly. But this isn't my blog, so I'll 'pay no attention to the man behind the green curtain.'
Might I take a gander at who it is? Because I think I can figure it out.
The definition of bad form is leveling 30 year old complaints about a Secretary of Defense.
The definition of silly is thinking college basketball players graduate.
Ha! Who is this cat?
i understand when i'm not wanted. actually its pretty clear when the anonymous function is turned off of some blogs.
by the way. washington's coach is lorenzo romar. But you knew that.
Until the next daily show...
OK, who wants pie?
but nate robinson is a junior.
exactly.
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sorry, pushed the wrong button, allow me to repost since I know TL hates deletions.
I like college basketball. And where is it written that you have to know everything about a sport, a team or a player in order to enjoy watching and offer comment?
Did I know Nate Robinson was only a junior? No. Did I say that he graduated? No. I simply said that I enjoy watching him play and am curious to see whether he is drafted.
And as for your comment that it is 'silly' to think college ball players graduate, that is inaccurate. Many college players do graduate, but of course there are some that do not. Just like many college students who are not athletes graduate, while a few do not.
FINE. I SEE THE AUTHOR OF THIS BLOG LIKES THAT REPONSE.
I'M NOT ASKING YOU TO BE OBSESSED BUT THE GUY'S NAME IS ROBINSON. NOT WILLIAMS.
Author of the blog likes that response? What?
"FINE." DIDN'T YOU TALK ABOUT HOW WE CAN'T TALK TO GUYS AND VICE VERSA. BASED ON "FINE"
Ah. Gotcha.
Tite caps.
My apologies, I was reading an article on Marvin Williams while I was blogging and mistyped. Didn't realize I had done it. Yes, his name is Robinson not Williams. I made a mistake, but certainly not worthy of this kind of ire.
TRUE. BUT IT IS ALL IN FUN.
MARVIN WILLIAMS ANOTHER UNDERCLASSMAN. BOGUT TOO. CHRIS PAUL AS WELL.
I need to get a cell phone with a camera. I was taking the elevator down to the lobby, and this chick standing next to me was wearing a Hot Fuss T-shirt which she had covered in several hundred dollars worth of Swarovski crystals.
Talk about posing. Rock bands, $150 7 jeans, a beaded T-shirt and a D&G bag. Wow. Too ironic when I look back on this post.
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