glicine Posted January 31, 2009 Share Posted January 31, 2009 So what do you think Robert and Alison will play at The Grammy's? My guess it will be "Please Read The Letter" or "Killing The Blues", with the former more likely. I've thought the same, "Please Read the Letter". Though they could take something not from the album, I think that "In the Mood" and "Matty Groves" combination which they performed on the tour is amazing, too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ninelives Posted January 31, 2009 Share Posted January 31, 2009 I have never liked the Grammys. It would be the same even if Robert Plant were not there. And I do not despise Robert Plant. I just can't think about him all the time. Well you sure say a lot of negative comments about him, people of Los Angeles etc. And for the record, I don't think about him all the time either I never understood why artists, actors, etc. receives awards in the first place - just to pump up their egos and how important I am. Some forget where they came from. One day you can be rich and the next day its taken all away. It's not about pumping up their egos. It's about recognition of their work. Sadly it's gotten more political and more of a popularity contest but that wasn't the original intent. Many people (actors and musicians) I think take the award for what it is - they'll be the first to tell you it has a shelf life that's short. In other words, after a month or so, life goes on. So what do you think Robert and Alison will play at The Grammy's? My guess it will be "Please Read The Letter" or "Killing The Blues", with the former more likely. Either those or Rich Woman which they're also up for pop collaboration for. Only a week to find out! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eternal light Posted January 31, 2009 Share Posted January 31, 2009 I think you are misinterpreting what I am saying. As for Los Angeles, I was born here and I know the place well enough to understand what is happening. I'm with you. Its rare that I even watch an award show anymore. Years ago, I knew this guy who hosted the Oscars every year and I would help him out with his parties. Back in the day, it was fun but now, No - I am just not interested. They don't make movies like they used to. Yes, it is an industry event, not the same as a concert on a tour, or a private party with good friends. But as you say, much has changed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ninelives Posted January 31, 2009 Share Posted January 31, 2009 I have family and friends who are born and raised in Los Angeles and I've not heard them describe people as idiots. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eternal light Posted January 31, 2009 Share Posted January 31, 2009 Fantastic. Robert Plant could say the exact same thing and you would defend him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aquamarine Posted February 1, 2009 Share Posted February 1, 2009 I've thought the same, "Please Read the Letter". Though they could take something not from the album, I think that "In the Mood" and "Matty Groves" combination which they performed on the tour is amazing, too. That's what I'd LIKE to hear, though as "Gone Gone Gone" was such a big success for them, that's a strong possibility. (Then again, it was last year's success, so maybe not.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kentuckygirl Posted February 1, 2009 Share Posted February 1, 2009 Fantastic. Robert Plant could say the exact same thing and you would defend him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eternal light Posted February 1, 2009 Share Posted February 1, 2009 Robert Plant doesn't go around making judgemental comments. Not that I am aware of, anyway. I have never heard of him making negative comments about any cities or countries he has visited. And I suppose you are next going to try to convince me that none of the people around him ever do either. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aquamarine Posted February 1, 2009 Share Posted February 1, 2009 Fantastic. Robert Plant could say the exact same thing and you would defend him. Robert Plant doesn't go around making judgemental comments. Not that I am aware of, anyway. I have never heard of him making negative comments about any cities or countries he has visited. Well, being realistic here, he does--all the time. But not in the way you mentioned, particularly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ninelives Posted February 1, 2009 Share Posted February 1, 2009 Fantastic. Robert Plant could say the exact same thing and you would defend him. Er, no I wouldn't and please don't tell me what I would or would not do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eternal light Posted February 1, 2009 Share Posted February 1, 2009 "Well, I think he's a f*(&#$% idiot. Horses for courses: I've worked with Phil Johnstone - nobody's perfect." - Robert Plant, on David Coverdale, in the December 1994 issue of _Mojo_. http://www.led-zeppelin.org/reference/index.php?m=assorted1 Sensing my ignorance, Plant launches into the astrological explanation of the Led Zeppelin setup. “We had the Gemini at the back, two Capricorns on either side, and the golden god in the middle, shining in all his leonine splendour in an open shirt,” he says, smiling broadly at his self-caricature. “Capricorns are pragmatic and studied . .. a little bit stubborn. They get on because they understand each other, but they always worry about me. They should be called Grin and Bear It, really, because I’m such an idiot.” http://entertainment.timesonline.co.uk/tol...icle3005424.ece Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kentuckygirl Posted February 1, 2009 Share Posted February 1, 2009 Well, being realistic here, he does--all the time. But not in the way you mentioned, particularly. Well, I have never HEARD him use the term hillbilly, for example, or malign the South, or call Bluegrass musicians barefoot or inbred. I have never heard him make a blanket statement reflecting steroetypes about a particular geographic region or culture. Unlike on this message board. But, I will rely on your expert judgement here. I don't know Robert and have not read all the interviews Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kentuckygirl Posted February 1, 2009 Share Posted February 1, 2009 I talk about people too, including Coverdale. I don't make blanket statements accusing a city of being full of idiots, or bigots, etc. Edit: This was in reply to Eternal Light's post quoting something RP stated in an interview. Forgot to use the Quote function. Need more beer, probably. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ninelives Posted February 1, 2009 Share Posted February 1, 2009 I think it's called sense of humor, which often gets misinterpreted with Robert. I've also heard him say kind things about David Coverdale for example, on MTV 1988 interview with Kurt Loder stating that he's a good bloke. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eternal light Posted February 1, 2009 Share Posted February 1, 2009 I talk about people too, including Coverdale. I don't make blanket statements accusing a city of being full of idiots, or bigots, etc. Edit: This was in reply to Eternal Light's post quoting something RP stated in an interview. Forgot to use the Quote function. Need more beer, probably. In Los Angeles we most certainly get our fair share of them. A woman in a U-Haul truck led authorities on a high-speed chase for more than two hours _ going through downtown Los Angeles and star-studded Malibu _ before she was finally arrested. As viewers watched the dramatic chase on television, the driver eluded police Wednesday by driving on sidewalks, across grassy medians and into oncoming traffic lanes. http://www.etaiwannews.com/etn/news_conten...p;lang=eng_news We also get the occasional male visiting from England who likes to tell me that he thinks I am an idiot just to see how I will react. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
No1ZeppelinFan Posted February 1, 2009 Share Posted February 1, 2009 Will someone in the US let us in blighty know if P & K do perform? Be much appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melanie_72 Posted February 1, 2009 Share Posted February 1, 2009 Will someone in the US let us in blighty know if P & K do perform? Be much appreciated. It has been confirmed that they are definetly performing at the Grammys next Sunday Feb 8th. One more week to go, yay!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
No1ZeppelinFan Posted February 1, 2009 Share Posted February 1, 2009 It has been confirmed that they are definetly performing at the Grammys next Sunday Feb 8th. One more week to go, yay!! Nice one, Silly sod, I thought it was today Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melanie_72 Posted February 1, 2009 Share Posted February 1, 2009 Nice one, Silly sod, I thought it was today Ah, that's ok, at least you didn't miss it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuperDave Posted February 1, 2009 Share Posted February 1, 2009 Here's a great performance by Robert and Alison on Later With Jools Holland last May, while on the European leg of their Raising Sand tour. Well worth a watch. One Woman Man Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
No1ZeppelinFan Posted February 1, 2009 Share Posted February 1, 2009 Ah, that's ok, at least you didn't miss it. Very True, Thanks Here's a great performance by Robert and Alison on Later With Jools Holland last May, while on the European leg of their Raising Sand tour. Well worth a watch. One Woman Man Cheers, Nice little Taster Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuperDave Posted February 1, 2009 Share Posted February 1, 2009 Very True, Thanks Cheers, Nice little Taster Glad you like it. Always finding these nice gems on YouTube. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glicine Posted February 1, 2009 Share Posted February 1, 2009 Glad you like it. Always finding these nice gems on YouTube. I just found this one last night, I was like "wow"! Pity it's so short. when the leeve breaks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aquamarine Posted February 1, 2009 Share Posted February 1, 2009 Well, I have never HEARD him use the term hillbilly, for example, or malign the South, or call Bluegrass musicians barefoot or inbred. I have never heard him make a blanket statement reflecting steroetypes about a particular geographic region or culture. Unlike on this message board. But, I will rely on your expert judgement here. I don't know Robert and have not read all the interviews That's why I said he wasn't judgmental in the way you described--about parts of the country, people's geographical origins, etc. But he IS judgmental about all sorts of things. He has all sorts of opinions on all sorts of people, all sorts of music, all sorts of issues, and he's very willing to share them (and get himself misunderstood in the process)! I don't think you have to know him or read all the interviews (I certainly don't and haven't) to recognize that he's someone with very strong opinions about the world as a whole, often to the point of being judgmental. He's a Leo! Just the way he is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kentuckygirl Posted February 1, 2009 Share Posted February 1, 2009 That's why I said he wasn't judgmental in the way you described--about parts of the country, people's geographical origins, etc. But he IS judgmental about all sorts of things. He has all sorts of opinions on all sorts of people, all sorts of music, all sorts of issues, and he's very willing to share them (and get himself misunderstood in the process)! I don't think you have to know him or read all the interviews (I certainly don't and haven't) to recognize that he's someone with very strong opinions about the world as a whole, often to the point of being judgmental. He's a Leo! Just the way he is. Well I am a Leo too and my mouth gets me in trouble all the time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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