Couldn't agree more, they're trying to create something that looks new by combining aspects of already well established genres such as grunge, post-grunge, and modern hard rock. Its a simple formula for bands that want to make as much money as possible while performing at the level of a high school jam band. It's ridiculousDannyJBeckett said:
Why DO people hate Nickelback?
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What the hell people!? Are you all in third grade? 'Cause people under 13 aren't supposed to be on these forums.
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What the hell people!? Are you all in third grade? 'Cause people under 13 aren't supposed to be on these forums.
Santana actually recorded that songs twice - once with Alex Band (The Calling), once with Chad Kroeger. We always speculated it was because Alex Band is a prettier man which was helpful for the music video. Apparently though:Danzavare said:
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You essentially said 'Well, I think that most people who think Nickelback sucks are Jealous. But I think they suck'DannyJBeckett said:
Well, I didn't mean it that way. I meant I think their their musical-quality/success ratio defies logic.I Hate Consoles and Mondays said:
As discussed above, for me (and I expect quite a lot of others) it's not just their sound because you're right, their sound is bland modern rock that in its own right isn't really any better or worse than any number of other bland rock bands.oppp7 said:
What I think separates Nickelback from the others and fuels the hatred is their attitude. Videos like the Portugal one above clearly show that they've bought their own PR hook, line and sinker: in their minds, if you don't like Nickelback then you don't like rock music, period. It's "rockstar" egotism of the worst kind from a band that's mediocre in pretty much every sense.
Because they are 2000 and late.Trivea said:
I was going to post this but you very much so beat me to it.dfcrackhead said:
Because they do that annoying tongue in back of their throat thing, like creed. Its annoying. And if thats not what their doing then I find their voices annoying.
You know why I hate them? Because they're trying to cram the "we're rock stars" thing down everyone's throats. Kinda like the "we're pirates" on the south park episode whale whores.
They're making music (or rather producing the same song over and over) not because they want to make music but so that they can call themselves "rock stars". Or at least that's how it comes off to me. Other pop/R&B/country acts may suck as hard as nickelback but at least they're not trying to be rock stars or going round saying we're rock stars. On the other side of the coin Gene Simmons and others like him can go round stating they're a rock star without drawing too much hate because they legitimately are.
I feel the same level of hatred towards any middle of the road pop or other popular music genre acts start claiming to be rock or that they're rock stars.
They're making music (or rather producing the same song over and over) not because they want to make music but so that they can call themselves "rock stars". Or at least that's how it comes off to me. Other pop/R&B/country acts may suck as hard as nickelback but at least they're not trying to be rock stars or going round saying we're rock stars. On the other side of the coin Gene Simmons and others like him can go round stating they're a rock star without drawing too much hate because they legitimately are.
I feel the same level of hatred towards any middle of the road pop or other popular music genre acts start claiming to be rock or that they're rock stars.
Y'know, I just watched an episode of The Big Picture that put something into words that I've felt for awhile - a lot of people on the internet are essentially extremists of opinion. There's no room for moderate opinions because others seem to translate leaning slightly towards one way or the other as 'THIS IS THE BEST THING EVAR' or 'THIS SUX OMG MY EARS BLEED'. I don't think most people really HATE Nickelback. Not like them, sure, maybe even be annoyed by them, but I really don't hear anything about them that's worthy of genuine hate.
But no, this is the internet, where agreeing with one side makes you wish death upon the other and where moderate, measured opinions don't count. Bah.
But no, this is the internet, where agreeing with one side makes you wish death upon the other and where moderate, measured opinions don't count. Bah.
I can understand why; they're an acquired taste, the songs are SIMILAR (not the exact same), and they're successful. I like them quite a bit myself. However, here are some things I need to address;
- There songs ARE NOT ALL THE F***ING SAME! It makes me wonder if anybody actually sat down for longer than 10 minutes and listened to more than 2 of their songs in a row. I don't particularly like Heavy Metal yet even I can come to logical conclusion that not every Metallica song is exactly the same. If anybody listens to 2 different songs from Nickelback in a row and can't tell ANY difference, they're not paying attention or they have brain damage. I'm sorry, but that's the only reasons I can come up with.
- Lyrics could definitely use some work, I won't deny that, but they have their moments. Some of the lyrics in Saving Me, Someday, and How You Remind Me, and Side of a Bullet are actually quite well thought-out.
- The jealousy has to end. Seriously, we know it's unfortunate that a potentially 'meh' band is doing better than a band you think is great. Get over it. I rarely hear people complain about Tom Cruise's undeserved popularity or how "Insert Generic TV drama here" is taking attention away from "Insert under-appreciated show here". Nickelback isn't going to raise their hands up and transfer their funds to your fav band, and you're not going to "convert" NB fans to "the light" by blabbering on about your fav band. If you keeping being bitter like that than progress in life will fail indeed. Just like what you like and be done with it.
/end rant
Also, one of the main attractions in Nickelback for me are the general rhythm/flow of the songs and the solos. Just my two cents.
- There songs ARE NOT ALL THE F***ING SAME! It makes me wonder if anybody actually sat down for longer than 10 minutes and listened to more than 2 of their songs in a row. I don't particularly like Heavy Metal yet even I can come to logical conclusion that not every Metallica song is exactly the same. If anybody listens to 2 different songs from Nickelback in a row and can't tell ANY difference, they're not paying attention or they have brain damage. I'm sorry, but that's the only reasons I can come up with.
- Lyrics could definitely use some work, I won't deny that, but they have their moments. Some of the lyrics in Saving Me, Someday, and How You Remind Me, and Side of a Bullet are actually quite well thought-out.
- The jealousy has to end. Seriously, we know it's unfortunate that a potentially 'meh' band is doing better than a band you think is great. Get over it. I rarely hear people complain about Tom Cruise's undeserved popularity or how "Insert Generic TV drama here" is taking attention away from "Insert under-appreciated show here". Nickelback isn't going to raise their hands up and transfer their funds to your fav band, and you're not going to "convert" NB fans to "the light" by blabbering on about your fav band. If you keeping being bitter like that than progress in life will fail indeed. Just like what you like and be done with it.
/end rant
Also, one of the main attractions in Nickelback for me are the general rhythm/flow of the songs and the solos. Just my two cents.
They're the stereotypical whiny rock band with no real talent that surprisingly sells millions of records.
It's like Creed...everyone hates them and nobody knows why their so popular
It's like Creed...everyone hates them and nobody knows why their so popular
Well i hate them because not too deep below "hard-core rock souuuuundyyyyyah" and all that it's just a very, very VERY pop band. And their singer sucks.
I don't have the patience to argue with people who go around saying that the things I state are my opinion. Of course they are. You come up with a good reason as to why Nickleback is a BAD band (as if it is actually possible for a band to be bad) and THEN we can have a conversation about this topic.Daystar Clarion said:
(also before you go pointing out that Im arguing with you right now, I shall not be returning to this thread. I don't even know why I came here in the first place. Obvious flame war is obvious.)
Good job. (Was this last part really necessary?)
Well apparently, people aren't allowed to hate on something because they generally believe it to be mediocre and not deserving of the attention it recieves.MagicMouse said:
It has nothing to do with feeling superior.
Some people will, of course, but to generalise all people who hate something as people with a superiority complex?
Please.
I ushered for one of their concerts once and was pretty close to the front row. I saw a fan hand something to Chad Cro-howeveryouspellhislastname and he took the object, lit it, and started smoking it. I could tell from the shape of it and the fact that it was completely white that it was a roll of mary jane.
Thing is, I do find some of their songs to actually be pretty good. But the bandmates themselves? They're kinda jerkasses.
Thing is, I do find some of their songs to actually be pretty good. But the bandmates themselves? They're kinda jerkasses.
There music is incredibly mediocre, there lyrics deal with sex and drinking that's all. how many times can you repeat the same two themes in a CD? and sadly every party i have gone to repeats the same couple of songs "Rockstar" and "Animals" etc and the lead singer declared Nickleback to be a metal band WTF!