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Old 23-05-2009, 11:51
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Generally speaking, which performers (solo and bands) are best at live performances, and which are the worst?

I don't mean individual performances (we all have bad days) but overall.

Doesn't have to be new performers, anything goes, but I'm mostly thinking of those from the 1960s onwards.
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Old 23-05-2009, 11:54
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The Who at their best took some beating.
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Old 23-05-2009, 13:01
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Anyone who mimes through a live performance doesn't deserve to be on stage let alone get paid for it...... The world has gone totally mad when people can get away with that and still have fans

I was never a fan, but Robbie Williams always put on a good show.
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Old 23-05-2009, 13:19
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Humble Pie were a killer live band during their peak.

Rockin' the Fillmore (live album) rocks hard
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BmV6cu_Fv80
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yw5qkBnexiM

other live performances which I really like
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LZMmV...eature=related \m/
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lnI6W3l_1Oo
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=91Uf7Ycjt-o
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LqsMK...eature=related

basically EVERY band (including The Who and Led Zep) hated to perform after them on numerous festivals in the early 70's.
They were on F***** mission

Marriott always rocked live, in Small Faces too.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2uBFd...eature=related around 2:00 he is so good
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WOAs7qLMZJA

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sngAEbtEAlgthis rendition of If I Were a Carpenter is just mind blowing , the whole band is great.
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Old 23-05-2009, 13:43
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Beyonce (I know, I'm a bit too pop for this thread, huh?) is amazing live.
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Old 23-05-2009, 13:47
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Beyonce (I know, I'm a bit too pop for this thread, huh?) is amazing live.
Doesn't matter what type of music - pop, rock, etc.
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Old 23-05-2009, 14:31
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Beyonce (I know, I'm a bit too pop for this thread, huh?) is amazing live.
I agree. I've never been to any of her concerts, but I have her Beyoncé Experience and Destiny's Child: Live In Atlanta DVDs. She was amazing in both.
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Old 23-05-2009, 14:36
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I would have to say Beyonce is one hell of a performer

Her performances are always on point
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Old 23-05-2009, 14:45
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At his peak, I dont think anybody has ever come anywhere near Michael Jackson in terms of all round live performance. I had the honor of seeing him live at wembley in 91, just incredible.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=24MHu_l5aj8

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F5jETJgJUH4

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1zpTQCQEFhg

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kknzQjOen2M

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H0mcxmCGetI - stunning vocals

Dont think there will ever be anybody at his level again to be honest. Hopefully some of this still remains when the O2 concerts come around...if they ever do.
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Old 23-05-2009, 15:18
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I would say The Cure, and Muse are my top live acts....

The worst ive seen was probably Amy Winehouse, which really disappointed me as I think she has an amazing talent.
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Old 23-05-2009, 16:42
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Yes Beyonce is a brilliant live performer
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Old 23-05-2009, 16:42
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Although it's not to everyone's tastes...

Whitney Houston before 1996 was incredible - flawless vocals, and incredible stage presence, and she never sang a song the same way.
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Old 23-05-2009, 17:44
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Went to see Beyonce live last night - and she was amazing! Easily one of the best performers ever by a mile and knows how to get the crowds going...
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Old 23-05-2009, 17:53
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Got to be Fantasia Barrino 3rd American Idol , that girl is an absolute monster on a mic , and stage presence like no other !

Lady Marmalade
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HWzKkK7ncbM


Sorry seems to be the hardest word
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9mXVa7IQ7nU


Bore me
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xeGrYLozGeQ
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Old 23-05-2009, 18:41
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Well from who I've seen 30 Seconds To Mars are a good live band.
Kelly Clarkson is another great performer, I'd definatly go and see her again. Also from what I've seen of her, Christina Aguilera is really good live also.
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Old 23-05-2009, 19:16
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Beyonce (I know, I'm a bit too pop for this thread, huh?) is amazing live.
Although I dislike her music I do agree that she puts on a great show.

Favourite performers of mine are Skin (Skunk Anansie). Sooo much energy and everything it just amazing.

Karen O (Yeah Yeah Yeahs) puts on an awesome show.

Björk always goes all out for her gigs. Her most recent Volta tour had a lot of really cool things, such as flames and lasers.

Some poor performances I've seen have been Athlete who were completely dull and The Bravery who just stood there and sang :yawn:
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Old 23-05-2009, 19:36
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bruce springsteen and the e street band brilliant live and have been the best act since the 70's

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C3vUKBOJ5sU

not sure about the worst the teletubbies i suppose
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Old 23-05-2009, 19:38
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Seen a fair few concerts in my time but I think Prince from 86-88 is pretty much unbeatable. 3 stunning tours, Parade, Sign O The Times and Lovesexy.

A run I think unmatched.
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Old 23-05-2009, 19:52
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Guns N' Roses in their zenith...Axl Rose and Slash had a chemistry that has since gone unmatched between a singer and guitarist.
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Old 23-05-2009, 20:10
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Metallica back in the day
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Old 23-05-2009, 20:11
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The Stones are always worth a mention ; http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uL2Ee12HrCU .
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Old 23-05-2009, 20:12
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I would probably say Britney and Beyonce.

Both fantastic performers and always put on a great show.

Also about Britney miming, i think the audience is so drawn into the whole show atmosphere that they dont even care about the miming. She just puts on a show that is outstanding.
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Old 23-05-2009, 20:16
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So far this year I've seen Sneaky Sound System and Ultravox, both of whom I'd rate as two of the best acts I've ever seen (alongside Pet Shop Boys, Depeche Mode, Marc Almond, OMD, Sparks, Grace Jones and loads of others).

The worst was unfortunately Nina Simone who was old, frail and very high at the time and she died not much longer after that gig. Also New Order's Get Ready gig at Brixton Academy was crap - let down mainly by the sound quality.
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Old 23-05-2009, 20:25
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can't believe I forgot to mention U2's live performances, one of the best is BAD in 85

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sHnXOSxka1Q

gives me goosebumps watching it I can't think what the feelings were like being there..
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Old 23-05-2009, 21:51
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The Who at their best took some beating.
I Agree the atmosphere they created attacks your senses especially at the isle of wight
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