This is an idea I have. Were going to try to sell an artist (figuretively). Next person rates the presenter than does there own.
Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers.
Somewhat reminiscent of Dylan vocally. Probally one of the best heartland rock artist. A great song writer and has an excellent guitarist in Mike Campbell. Also has had some great harmony singers over the years.
Pros
Great guitar
Good keyboards
Great songwriter
Doesen't like Bush
Great harmonys
Cons
Dylan style singing doesen't appeal to everybody
High turnover rate of harmony singers
Obscure genre
Current members:
Tom Petty lead vocals, rhythm guitar
Mike Campbell lead guitar
Scott Thurston rhythm guitar, harmonica, piano, backing vocals
Benmont Tench keyboards, backing vocals
Ron Blair bass guitar, backing vocals
Steve Ferrone drums, percussion
Pros:
Plays progressive hard rock
Is not mainstream
Is very original
Very innovative
Keeps progressing
Has the drummer recognized as the "best" ever
Has Geddy Lee
Has very intelligent lyrics
Cons:
Doesn't make albums that often
Members:
Geddy Lee: Bass and vocals
Alex Lifeson: Guitars
Neil Peart: Drums
I'm not rating yet. But one odd fact I forgot is Tom Petty for some odd reason by stereotype is a favirote of people from my native Michigan along with Nirvana. As It is I cant think of anyone who doesen't like at least one or the other so I guess its a correct stereotype.
Also I think it would be a good idea to post what you think is there known song.
