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Rolling Stones Hackney Diamonds
Posted: Sun Oct 22, 2023 4:40 pm
by Harlow
I listened to this today, have heard "Angry" before but not the whole album. I enjoyed it, but at 74 should I enjoy something that is really no different to what I was listening to 50/60 years ago (and have continued listening to)? And should Mick and Keith, and Ronnie, still be making new music (Charlie was on some tracks as were Bill Wyman Paul McCartney, Elton John and Lady Ga Ga).
Researching the track Rolling Stone Blues took me to a Cindy Lauper album Memphis Blues which I wasn't aware existed
Despite my age I still enjoy listening to new stuff, I don't always like it.
Am I a silly old sod who should know better or are there others like me out there?
Re: Rolling Stones Hackney Diamonds
Posted: Sun Oct 22, 2023 5:20 pm
by leebmx
No one should ever stop listening to whatever music gets them moving. That would be sad.
Lose curiosity and enjoyment at any age and you may as well be dead.
Haven’t listened to this album but last year Dylan put out one of my favourite songs he’s ever written so I think there’s hope for us all at whatever age.
Re: Rolling Stones Hackney Diamonds
Posted: Sun Oct 22, 2023 7:09 pm
by Daily Express bot
Harlow wrote: ↑Sun Oct 22, 2023 4:40 pm
I listened to this today, have heard "Angry" before but not the whole album. I enjoyed it, but at 74 should I enjoy something that is really no different to what I was listening to 50/60 years ago (and have continued listening to)? And should Mick and Keith, and Ronnie, still be making new music (Charlie was on some tracks as were Bill Wyman Paul McCartney, Elton John and Lady Ga Ga).
Researching the track Rolling Stone Blues took me to a Cindy Lauper album Memphis Blues which I wasn't aware existed
Despite my age I still enjoy listening to new stuff, I don't always like it.
Am I a silly old sod who should know better or are there others like me out there?
Enjoy yourself, why not?
Re: Rolling Stones Hackney Diamonds
Posted: Mon Oct 23, 2023 8:20 am
by ChorizO
It’s a decent album and still miles better than what passes as music these days.
Re: Rolling Stones Hackney Diamonds
Posted: Mon Oct 23, 2023 8:29 am
by CEB
Can you give an example of what you think it is that “passes for music these days”?
Remember, for your statement to be true, the example should be of the *best* thing that passes for music these days, not something that is crap.
Re: Rolling Stones Hackney Diamonds
Posted: Mon Oct 23, 2023 9:31 am
by Give it to Jabo
leebmx wrote: ↑Sun Oct 22, 2023 5:20 pm
No one should ever stop listening to whatever music gets them moving. That would be sad.
Lose curiosity and enjoyment at any age and you may as well be dead.
Haven’t listened to this album but last year Dylan put out one of my favourite songs he’s ever written so I think there’s hope for us all at whatever age.
What was the song, out of interest?
Re: Rolling Stones Hackney Diamonds
Posted: Mon Oct 23, 2023 10:06 am
by BIGRON
Harlow wrote: ↑Sun Oct 22, 2023 4:40 pm
I listened to this today, have heard "Angry" before but not the whole album. I enjoyed it, but at 74 should I enjoy something that is really no different to what I was listening to 50/60 years ago (and have continued listening to)? And should Mick and Keith, and Ronnie, still be making new music (Charlie was on some tracks as were Bill Wyman Paul McCartney, Elton John and Lady Ga Ga).
Researching the track Rolling Stone Blues took me to a Cindy Lauper album Memphis Blues which I wasn't aware existed
Despite my age I still enjoy listening to new stuff, I don't always like it.
Am I a silly old sod who should know better or are there others like me out there?
Yes I'm also a silly old sod
Re: Rolling Stones Hackney Diamonds
Posted: Mon Oct 23, 2023 1:31 pm
by Harlow
That's what like to hear, Ron!
Re: Rolling Stones Hackney Diamonds
Posted: Mon Oct 23, 2023 10:34 pm
by Daily Express bot
I must be one of the few people who never ‘got’ the Rolling Stones. Never got a buzz at all hearing their music.
Re: Rolling Stones Hackney Diamonds
Posted: Tue Oct 24, 2023 10:27 am
by EH16
If you enjoy listening to it then it's done its job. Nothing else matters. Personally, I think it's a pretty decent album and better than anyone should expect. I think the last track (Rolling Stone Blues) with only Keith, Mick and Ronnie is superb and, if it does indeed turn out to be the last track on the last Stones album, is a brilliant way to go out.
Re: Rolling Stones Hackney Diamonds
Posted: Tue Oct 24, 2023 9:57 pm
by Harlow
A Muddy Waters song, where it all began, so yes, it would be very apt if that is their very last track. I doubt that is an accidental coincidence
Re: Rolling Stones Hackney Diamonds
Posted: Tue Oct 24, 2023 10:13 pm
by PoundhillO
ChorizO wrote: ↑Mon Oct 23, 2023 8:20 am
It’s a decent album and still miles better than what passes as music these days.
Totally agree,about what passes as music nowadays.Bands will never be able to sell out the biggest stadiums in the world for the 60 years that the Stones have, they are the true meaning of legends.
Re: Rolling Stones Hackney Diamonds
Posted: Tue Oct 24, 2023 11:11 pm
by Harlow
Disagree with you about todays music, there is a fantastic choice out there. I agree that they are legends, but Oasis and Ed Sheeran have had some enormous concerts in more recent times
Re: Rolling Stones Hackney Diamonds
Posted: Tue Oct 31, 2023 11:56 pm
by leebmx
Give it to Jabo wrote: ↑Mon Oct 23, 2023 9:31 am
leebmx wrote: ↑Sun Oct 22, 2023 5:20 pm
No one should ever stop listening to whatever music gets them moving. That would be sad.
Lose curiosity and enjoyment at any age and you may as well be dead.
Haven’t listened to this album but last year Dylan put out one of my favourite songs he’s ever written so I think there’s hope for us all at whatever age.
What was the song, out of interest?
Sorry…Not been here for a while. The last song on the album. 20 min history of American culture/music and history. Hypnotic and extraordinary. ‘Murder Most Foul’
Re: Rolling Stones Hackney Diamonds
Posted: Wed Nov 01, 2023 11:58 am
by JimbO
leebmx wrote: ↑Tue Oct 31, 2023 11:56 pm
Give it to Jabo wrote: ↑Mon Oct 23, 2023 9:31 am
leebmx wrote: ↑Sun Oct 22, 2023 5:20 pm
No one should ever stop listening to whatever music gets them moving. That would be sad.
Lose curiosity and enjoyment at any age and you may as well be dead.
Haven’t listened to this album but last year Dylan put out one of my favourite songs he’s ever written so I think there’s hope for us all at whatever age.
What was the song, out of interest?
Sorry…Not been here for a while. The last song on the album. 20 min history of American culture/music and history. Hypnotic and extraordinary. ‘Murder Most Foul’
Dylan Great Songwriter Awful singer always think his songs sound better when covered by someone else.
Re: Rolling Stones Hackney Diamonds
Posted: Wed Nov 01, 2023 1:37 pm
by PoundhillO
Hackney Diamonds now Number 1 in 14 Countries including the UK.
