Thoughts on old musicians still performing

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Anonymous wrote:It's just such typical baby boomer behavior. They absolutely refuse to move on and get out of the way. They cling to their relevance however they can.

That’s not how this works. They perform while there is still demand, and the artist is willing/able. Who wants to live in a world where The Rolling Stones have to retire to make room for Sabrina Carpenter

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I love Wolf Trap
Yes Japanese Breakfast,The Head and the Heart, Belle & Sebastian and the Decemberists all needed a wheelchair ramp getting onto the stage. But boy can they still sing, thanks to their lucky stars and Efferdent.

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So many jealous, stupid people on this thread. Madonna, Cher, Springsteen, etc., will be done when either:
A) They want to be done or
B) No one will pay to see them

Plenty of people are thrilled to see these acts, and why not? Madonna wants to express herself, on her own terms, as she has done for decades, and you’re still shocked and whining about it? Hilarious.

Express Yourself, girl. Go on! People are paying to see it and you are loving it, good for you.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I love Wolf Trap
Yes Japanese Breakfast,The Head and the Heart, Belle & Sebastian and the Decemberists all needed a wheelchair ramp getting onto the stage. But boy can they still sing, thanks to their lucky stars and Efferdent.

[Anonymous]

As someone who saw late 20s/early 30s Madonna and who also saw her during this last tour, she needs to quit trying to keep the same vibe as during her younger years. Nix the choreography and focus on the music. She didn't even sing 1/4th of the time because she was winded from trying to do the disastrous choreo.

Older artists who keep their shows simple - some swaying/light moving to the beat and walking the stage - are still able to sing their iconic songs without any issues and sound just as great.

Artists I've seen do this: Elton John, Springsteen, Stevie Nicks, and Pink Floyd.

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They are generally terrible. The only one who still had it until nearly the end was Johnny Cash.

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Performances by Joni Mitchell and Tracy Chapman were two of the best ever at the Grammys.

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Anonymous wrote:Phil Collins comes to mind. Saw an instagram clip where he’s “performing” seated in some sort of special lightweight chair. Sad.

Are you a fan of his? Im guessing no or you’d understand why he’s adapted his performance. He’s not trying to be anything other than who he is.

I’m absolutely a fan and am an avid concert goer. I think Phil Collins’ current performances are sad. He doesn’t need to tour. I’ve also seen way too many reconstituted “original” acts like Journey; at this point they are tribute acts or cover bands.

[Anonymous]

PP Phil Collins: I’m also not gonna see Rod Stewart doing his lounge act of American Classics. He’s earned his money - exit gracefully and enjoy, Rod.

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Anonymous wrote:PP Phil Collins: I’m also not gonna see Rod Stewart doing his lounge act of American Classics. He’s earned his money - exit gracefully and enjoy, Rod.

I think Phil actually does perform for money needs. Also, Rod Stewart was smart to put out the American standards 20 years ago. He can cruise on those for years. Can you imagine him singing "Da Ya Think I'm Sexy now instead?

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PP. Never mind. I see Phil straightened out his issues with his ex wife a few years back.

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I saw Rod Stewart probably 10+ years ago and even then he needed help from "backup" singers to carry the vocals.

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I saw Madonna in concert this year and loved the experience. Paul McCartney is hands down the most joyful performer I’ve ever seen. I would see him in concert yearly if I could.

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Yeah, it's strange to me. I'd love to see older singers evolve and stop trying to play an 80s pop version of themselves. It's ok to adapt to a new stage of life.

Like Andre 3000. The fact that he released an instrumental flute album was fantastic. You don't have to do the same thing on repeat for 4 decades.

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Anonymous wrote:It's just such typical baby boomer behavior. They absolutely refuse to move on and get out of the way. They cling to their relevance however they can.

OH I cannot wait until people like you reach this age. I hope you all get stuck in the crappiest old age home your kids can find, so the next generation can live their lives without you "in their way". No visits from family because something you did 30 years ago will be unforgivable, like using the wrong swaddle for your baby.