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Mark Conklin
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Wed, 23 Jul 1997 12:54:14 -0400 (EDT)
Subject:
Re: (idm) Go See Lamb
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On Wed, 23 Jul 1997, Mark Conklin wrote:
quoted 9 lines I know I'm in the minority here, but I just can't get into Lamb at all. The> I know I'm in the minority here, but I just can't get into Lamb at all. The > problem...the vocals. The singer cannot hold a tune. I would go as far as > to say that this isn't just a matter of opinion, but a matter of fact. For > me, it ruins the cd. What's more, someone could have corrected her > limitations. Either they didn't notice, or liked it that way (focusing on a > raw sound). Whatever the case, it has seemed to work for them. > > Don't mean to be negative really, just can't believe it hasn't been brought > up before.
My gut reaction: Can't hold a tune????? What the fuck do you want? Barbara Streisand? My rational reaction: Fair enough. You're entitled to your opinion. However, could you provide an example of vocals that you think are up to snuff? Don't mean to flame or insult you. This is a very subjective area and I'd just like to see what you think is good & proper. Howie