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Title: 21 Feb 2013: it's... 1989
Post by: RGMike on February 21, 2013, 09:42:34 AM
RR's clues: "if you build it they will come" and "Oakland wins the World Series".

2NG is doing a '67 retro-chart today and I'll stick with that, thanks.

Predictions: FYC, "Love Shack", "Everything is Broken"
Title: Re: 21 Feb 2013: it's... 1989
Post by: CapnJack on February 21, 2013, 10:07:16 AM
TOTHK - Tom Petty "Runnin' Down A Dream"
Title: Re: 21 Feb 2013: it's... 1989
Post by: Lightnin' Rod on February 21, 2013, 10:08:17 AM
BOS Tom Petty

One of my faves by TP, necessary or not.
Title: Re: 21 Feb 2013: it's... 1989
Post by: Davefish on February 21, 2013, 10:10:13 AM
BOS Tom Petty

One of my faves by TP, necessary or not.
Wow, it's one of my least favorites of his. I just can't abide that riff.
Title: Re: 21 Feb 2013: it's... 1989
Post by: CapnJack on February 21, 2013, 10:12:21 AM
The Alarm "Sold Me Down The River"
Title: Re: 21 Feb 2013: it's... 1989
Post by: RGMike on February 21, 2013, 10:16:12 AM
BOS Tom Petty

One of my faves by TP, necessary or not.
Wow, it's one of my least favorites of his. I just can't abide that riff.

I like that riff but I can't resist singing "neener neener neener neener" along with it.
Title: Re: 21 Feb 2013: it's... 1989
Post by: radical347 on February 21, 2013, 10:16:37 AM
LN Petty.  The Alarm gets a pass from me, for now.
Title: Re: 21 Feb 2013: it's... 1989
Post by: CapnJack on February 21, 2013, 10:17:41 AM
The Call "Let The Day Begin"
Title: Re: 21 Feb 2013: it's... 1989
Post by: Davefish on February 21, 2013, 10:19:18 AM
Oh no, not the Alarm AND the Call. Yawn.
Title: Re: 21 Feb 2013: it's... 1989
Post by: RGMike on February 21, 2013, 10:19:24 AM
except for a couple of AL excursions, '89 is a year that has rarely surprised and often annoys. It was traditionally one of Dave's worst. Oh, for some "Walk the Dinosaur" or Kon Kan.
Title: Re: 21 Feb 2013: it's... 1989
Post by: Here'sToYa! on February 21, 2013, 10:21:03 AM
BOS Tom Petty

One of my faves by TP, necessary or not.
Wow, it's one of my least favorites of his. I just can't abide that riff.

I like that riff but I can't resist singing "neener neener neener neener" along with it.

I'm with Davefish on the opening riff. It sounds like someone who's been playing guitar for six months noodling around.
Title: Re: 21 Feb 2013: it's... 1989
Post by: CapnJack on February 21, 2013, 10:21:29 AM
The Jesus & Mary Chain "Head On"
Title: Re: 21 Feb 2013: it's... 1989
Post by: radical347 on February 21, 2013, 10:24:50 AM
I like the Alarm, The Call, and the Jesus & Mary Chain.
Title: Re: 21 Feb 2013: it's... 1989
Post by: CapnJack on February 21, 2013, 10:25:35 AM
Neil Young "Rockin' In The Free World" - apparently a repeat from Renee's last visit to '89.
Title: Re: 21 Feb 2013: it's... 1989
Post by: Here'sToYa! on February 21, 2013, 10:26:30 AM
except for a couple of AL excursions, '89 is a year that has rarely surprised and often annoys. It was traditionally one of Dave's worst. Oh, for some "Walk the Dinosaur" or Kon Kan.

For whatever reason, the KFOG personnel or their assessment of what listeners find palatable exclude the most exciting genres of this period. However, when they venture outside their extremely limited parameters, that song often wins BOS.
Title: Re: 21 Feb 2013: it's... 1989
Post by: RGMike on February 21, 2013, 10:27:18 AM
Neil Young "Rockin' In The Free World"

unless Renee goes to school, '89 sets will never get to be cool.
Title: Re: 21 Feb 2013: it's... 1989
Post by: Davefish on February 21, 2013, 10:28:21 AM
Keep on rockin' at Marineworld!
Title: Re: 21 Feb 2013: it's... 1989
Post by: CapnJack on February 21, 2013, 10:30:04 AM
The Cure "Pictures Of You"
Title: Re: 21 Feb 2013: it's... 1989
Post by: radical347 on February 21, 2013, 10:30:39 AM
This sounds like a carbon copy of an AL 89 set, so far.
Title: Re: 21 Feb 2013: it's... 1989
Post by: CapnJack on February 21, 2013, 10:33:58 AM
Bonnie Raitt "Thing Called Love"
Title: Re: 21 Feb 2013: it's... 1989
Post by: RGMike on February 21, 2013, 10:36:16 AM
This sounds like a carbon copy of an AL 89 set, so far.

my thoughts exactly, and AL's were often a Dave set plus a couple of more new wavish things like J&MC or the (very) occasional pop nugget like "Buffalo Stance" or "Bust a Move".

This set is crying out for "Cuddly Toy"
Title: Re: 21 Feb 2013: it's... 1989
Post by: CapnJack on February 21, 2013, 10:39:02 AM
The Pixies "Here Comes Your Man"
Title: Re: 21 Feb 2013: it's... 1989
Post by: Davefish on February 21, 2013, 10:40:59 AM
The Pixies "Here Comes Your Man"
BOS.
Title: Re: 21 Feb 2013: it's... 1989
Post by: urth on February 21, 2013, 10:41:32 AM
Bonnie Raitt "Thing Called Love"

AKA "My Mortgage Payment" by John Hiatt.
Title: Re: 21 Feb 2013: it's... 1989
Post by: CapnJack on February 21, 2013, 10:42:37 AM
The Cult "Fire Woman"
Title: Re: 21 Feb 2013: it's... 1989
Post by: Davefish on February 21, 2013, 10:44:19 AM
The Cult "Fire Woman"
Haha, I was thinking we've heard the Cure and the Call, now all we need is the Cult. And here they are!
Title: Re: 21 Feb 2013: it's... 1989
Post by: RGMike on February 21, 2013, 10:44:32 AM
Glad I'm not listening but seriously this set gets a D-minus for originality.
Title: Re: 21 Feb 2013: it's... 1989
Post by: Here'sToYa! on February 21, 2013, 10:46:18 AM
As annoying as the over-the-top rants have gotten, equally annoying is the effusive praise RR often gets for these pedestrian efforts. I understand pulling for the underdog or trying to rescue the damsel in distress, but there's a limit, people. The best option at this point is maintaining a dignified silence.
Title: Re: 21 Feb 2013: it's... 1989
Post by: Tinka Cat on February 21, 2013, 10:47:30 AM
got here late -- I do like Jesus & Mary Chain's Head On.  Dig that wall of sound.  Same goes for Cult...


thank god I missed TP. 
Title: Re: 21 Feb 2013: it's... 1989
Post by: CapnJack on February 21, 2013, 10:47:46 AM
Stone Roses "Fools Gold"
Title: Re: 21 Feb 2013: it's... 1989
Post by: Here'sToYa! on February 21, 2013, 10:47:56 AM
Glad I'm not listening but seriously this set gets a D-minus for originality.

You're being generous.
Title: Re: 21 Feb 2013: it's... 1989
Post by: RGMike on February 21, 2013, 10:49:32 AM
As annoying as the over-the-top rants have gotten, equally annoying is the effusive praise RR often gets for these pedestrian efforts. I understand pulling for the underdog or trying to rescue the damsel in distress, but there's a limit, people. The best option at this point is maintaining a dignified silence.

the people praising her on the KFOG FB page are not... us. Not music geeky types. They're the "typical Fogheads" who are perfectly happy to hear the same songs every time.
Title: Re: 21 Feb 2013: it's... 1989
Post by: Here'sToYa! on February 21, 2013, 10:52:33 AM
As annoying as the over-the-top rants have gotten, equally annoying is the effusive praise RR often gets for these pedestrian efforts. I understand pulling for the underdog or trying to rescue the damsel in distress, but there's a limit, people. The best option at this point is maintaining a dignified silence.

the people praising her on the KFOG FB page are not... us. Not music geeky types. They're the "typical Fogheads" who are perfectly happy to hear the same songs every time.

But that's so boring.
Title: Re: 21 Feb 2013: it's... 1989
Post by: Tinka Cat on February 21, 2013, 10:56:16 AM
I'd love to see the Stone Roses. armed with a hit or two.. :)

the loooong version of Fools Gold sounds purty good.

this song single-handedly brought back the wah-wah pedal & phase shifter industry
Title: Re: 21 Feb 2013: it's... 1989
Post by: CapnJack on February 21, 2013, 10:57:31 AM
Renee: "Oh phooey!"
Title: Re: 21 Feb 2013: it's... 1989
Post by: Here'sToYa! on February 21, 2013, 10:58:13 AM
I'd love to see the Stone Roses. armed with a hit or two.. :)


the loooong version of Fools Gold sound spurty good.

this song single-handedly brought back the wah-wah pedal & phase shifter industry

Yeah, it was nice to hear the full outro.

Hey, any word on a reunion or tour?  ;)
Title: Re: 21 Feb 2013: it's... 1989
Post by: Tinka Cat on February 21, 2013, 11:09:37 AM
I'd love to see the Stone Roses. armed with a hit or two.. :)


the loooong version of Fools Gold sound spurty good.

this song single-handedly brought back the wah-wah pedal & phase shifter industry

Yeah, it was nice to hear the full outro.

Hey, any word on a reunion or tour?  ;)

you heard they're appearing at Coachella, right?   other than that, nothing in the US so far. 

ETA:  Oh, I get it...  :)

http://www.thestoneroses.org/

FEBRUARY
21 Media City Amphitheatre, Dubai
23 Lapangan D Senayan, Jakarta, Indonesia
26 Vector Arena, Auckland, New Zealand
MARCH
1 The Riverstage, Brisbane, Australia
2 Future Music Festival - Doomben Racecourse, Brisbane, Australia
3 Future Music Festival - Arena Joondalup, Perth, Australia
6 Hordern Pavilion - Sydney, Australia
7 Festival Hall - Melbourne, Australia
9 Future Music Festival - Royal Randwick Racecourse, Sydney, Australia
10 Future Music Festival - Flemington Racecourse, Melbourne, Australia
11 Future Music Festival - Bonython Park, Adelaide, Australia
APRIL
9 The Sports Palace, Mexico City
12 Coachella Festival, USA
19 Coachella Festival, USA
JUNE
7 Finsbury Park, London, UK
8 Finsbury Park, London, UK
14 Isle Of Wight Festival, UK
15 Glasgow Green, UK
Title: Re: 21 Feb 2013: it's... 1989
Post by: CapnJack on February 21, 2013, 11:10:02 AM
Per Renee: Stone Roses BOS, The Cult VHM
Title: Re: 21 Feb 2013: it's... 1989
Post by: ggould on February 21, 2013, 11:57:35 AM
Per Renee: Stone Roses BOS, The Cult VHM
thanks for the song ID's

I was listening to most of it, but it mainly sounded relentless and annoying.  I usually like the Neil Young cut, a lot, but in this context it was just another noise machine. I have no memory of Bonnie Raitt, as it doesn't fit the rest of the crew!
Title: Re: 21 Feb 2013: it's... 1989
Post by: RGMike on February 21, 2013, 12:49:09 PM
1. Tom Petty - Runnin' Down A Dream
(News: U.S. has right to defend itself)
2. The Alarm - Sold Me Down The River
3. The Call - Let The Day Begin
4. Jesus and Mary Chain - Head on
5. Neil Young - Rockin' In The Free World
6. The Cure - Pictures of You
7. Bonnie Raitt - Thing Called Love
(Movie: Drugstore Cowboy)
8. Pixies - Here Comes Your Man
9. The Cult - Fire Woman
(News: Pete Rose gambles.)
10. Stone Roses - Fools Gold
Title: Re: 21 Feb 2013: it's... 1989
Post by: CapnJack on February 21, 2013, 03:37:56 PM
My alternative 1989 playlist:

 1. Paul McCartney - My Brave Face
 2. Elvis Costello - Pads, Paws And Claws
 3. Madonna - Cherish
 4. De La Soul - Me Myself And I
 5. Roachford - Cuddly Toy (Feel For Me)
 6. Bee Gees - One
 7. Was (Not Was) - Walk The Dinosaur
 8. Lyle Lovett with Francine Reed - What Do You Do / The Glory Of Love
 9. Surface - Shower Me With Your Love
10. Marshall Crenshaw - Radio Girl

Bonus tracks:
Neneh Cherry "Kisses In The Wind"
Samantha Fox " I Only Wanna Be With You"
Janet Jackson "Miss You Much"
Soul II Soul "Keep On Movin'" or "Back To Life"
Jody Watley "Real Love" or "Friends"
Paul McCartney/Elvis Costello "You Want Her Too"
Title: Re: 21 Feb 2013: it's... 1989
Post by: Lightnin' Rod on February 21, 2013, 04:18:57 PM
My alternative 1989 playlist:

 1. Paul McCartney - My Brave Face
 2. Elvis Costello - Pads, Paws And Claws
 3. Madonna - Cherish
 4. De La Soul - Me Myself And I
 5. Roachford - Cuddly Toy (Feel For Me)
 6. Bee Gees - One
 7. Was (Not Was) - Walk The Dinosaur
 8. Lyle Lovett with Francine Reed - What Do You Do / The Glory Of Love
 9. Surface - Shower Me With Your Love
10. Marshall Crenshaw - Radio Girl

Bonus tracks:
Neneh Cherry "Kisses In The Wind"
Samantha Fox " I Only Wanna Be With You"
Janet Jackson "Miss You Much"
Soul II Soul "Keep On Movin'" or "Back To Life"
Jody Watley "Real Love" or "Friends"
Paul McCartney/Elvis Costello "You Want Her Too"

I have no idea if I'd enjoy your choices whatsoever, but I'm sure it would be much more interesting than today's set was.  I'd probably recognize some of them if I heard them, but it's not what I was listening to in '89.
Title: Re: 21 Feb 2013: it's... 1989
Post by: Big Fingers McGee on February 21, 2013, 04:19:40 PM
9. Surface - Shower Me With Your Love

While I can understand this not being played, I would be very interested to hear the KFOG audience reaction if it were.
Title: Re: 21 Feb 2013: it's... 1989
Post by: RGMike on February 21, 2013, 08:47:32 PM
My alternative 1989 playlist:

 1. Paul McCartney - My Brave Face
 2. Elvis Costello - Pads, Paws And Claws
 3. Madonna - Cherish
 4. De La Soul - Me Myself And I
 5. Roachford - Cuddly Toy (Feel For Me)
 6. Bee Gees - One
 7. Was (Not Was) - Walk The Dinosaur
 8. Lyle Lovett with Francine Reed - What Do You Do / The Glory Of Love
 9. Surface - Shower Me With Your Love
10. Marshall Crenshaw - Radio Girl


again, several from my wishlist there -- I requested "Walk the Dinosaur" and "My Brave Face" multiple times. AL played "Me Myself & I" several times, actually. Love the BeeGees tune too.
Title: Re: 21 Feb 2013: it's... 1989
Post by: RGMike on February 21, 2013, 08:50:53 PM
9. Surface - Shower Me With Your Love

While I can understand this not being played, I would be very interested to hear the KFOG audience reaction if it were.

It would probably get LOTS of BOS votes. The notion that DC and management seem to subscribe to -- that Fogheads have ONLY listened to KFOG-ish rock for the last 25 years and would not recognize an urban/pop hit -- is, I think, quite false.
Title: Re: 21 Feb 2013: it's... 1989
Post by: Here'sToYa! on February 22, 2013, 10:18:29 AM
My alternative 1989 playlist:

 1. Paul McCartney - My Brave Face
 2. Elvis Costello - Pads, Paws And Claws
 3. Madonna - Cherish
 4. De La Soul - Me Myself And I
 5. Roachford - Cuddly Toy (Feel For Me)
 6. Bee Gees - One
 7. Was (Not Was) - Walk The Dinosaur
 8. Lyle Lovett with Francine Reed - What Do You Do / The Glory Of Love
 9. Surface - Shower Me With Your Love
10. Marshall Crenshaw - Radio Girl

Bonus tracks:
Neneh Cherry "Kisses In The Wind"
Samantha Fox " I Only Wanna Be With You"
Janet Jackson "Miss You Much"
Soul II Soul "Keep On Movin'" or "Back To Life"
Jody Watley "Real Love" or "Friends"
Paul McCartney/Elvis Costello "You Want Her Too"

I have no idea if I'd enjoy your choices whatsoever, but I'm sure it would be much more interesting than today's set was.  I'd probably recognize some of them if I heard them, but it's not what I was listening to in '89.

Ditto for me on both counts. It's puzzling, though, that Soul II Soul never or rarely gets played. They cut across a lot of listenership lines then.
Title: Re: 21 Feb 2013: it's... 1989
Post by: Here'sToYa! on February 22, 2013, 10:26:39 AM
I usually like the Neil Young cut, a lot

Me, too
Title: Re: 21 Feb 2013: it's... 1989
Post by: Here'sToYa! on February 22, 2013, 10:28:32 AM
9. Surface - Shower Me With Your Love

While I can understand this not being played, I would be very interested to hear the KFOG audience reaction if it were.

It would probably get LOTS of BOS votes. The notion that DC and management seem to subscribe to -- that Fogheads have ONLY listened to KFOG-ish rock for the last 25 years and would not recognize an urban/pop hit -- is, I think, quite false.

Yes. I agree that a lot of listeners are thirsting for variety.
Title: Re: 21 Feb 2013: it's... 1989
Post by: Tinka Cat on February 22, 2013, 04:40:04 PM
9. Surface - Shower Me With Your Love

While I can understand this not being played, I would be very interested to hear the KFOG audience reaction if it were.

It would probably get LOTS of BOS votes. The notion that DC and management seem to subscribe to -- that Fogheads have ONLY listened to KFOG-ish rock for the last 25 years and would not recognize an urban/pop hit -- is, I think, quite false.

Yes. I agree that a lot of listeners are thirsting for variety.

didn't know the song, looked it up, listened: Started chair dancing ever so smoovely.

I, for one, would welcome our Jherri-Curled crooning overlords.