Friday, April 12, 2013

Nirvana and Nine Inch Nails

When I heard the name "Nirvana" or "Nine Inch Nails," I used to think they were bands that were serious, hard-core rock bands that were on the verge of becoming metal groups, which in a sense could be true. I used to think that they would be really bad, loud rock groups. But when the first Nine Inch Nail's song was played, I was like, "Wait, I actually know this song. And I REALLY like it." It shocked me to think that I actually knew and liked this artist. And when more and more songs from the group and Nirvana were played, I knew many, if not all of the songs. Side Note: Knowing the song before we listen to it in class on it's album is much more captivating and attention-holding because you can sing along with the song and re-analyze, where as when the first time you hear it, you are just trying to keep up with the melody and rhythm. Anyways, it was interesting to me that I knew a bunch songs and lyrics, but I didn't know one single title or artist of the songs. Mainly because I had heard them on the radio. But regardless, I really enjoy their music. They are upbeat, which is a huge plus for me because that way they are attention-holding. Plus I really enjoy the two groups lead singers voice. Its very raspy/rough and it can be found in all of their songs - it's like their signature. I also really love their beats and I feel like the drummer, especially in Nirvana is really talented and adds a lot to every song. I really like their song "Lake of Fire." It is more laid-back than most of their songs, but it still has that sound of strain and roughness. I also really enjoy the first lyrics of the song because even though they aren't super original, I feel like they are worded really well.

Where do bad folks go when they die
They don't go to heaven where the angels fly
Go to a lake of fire and fry
See them again 'till the Fourth of July


They also sound great live and look like a great concert to see. In the video we watched, they all looked out of it, yet they still performed really well. And when the bassist threw up his guitar, and lost it in the lights, that is just such a funny situation. I'm surprised that hasn't happen to other artists, but then again, I guess not many throw their basses into the air and try to catch it again.

With Nine Inch Nails, my favorite song so far is most-definitely "Head Like a Hole." I'm not as familiar with them as I am with Nirvana, but now that I know their music and that I actually like their sound, I will look into them. One thing I really enjoy about Nine Inch Nails is they have a slight Hair Metal sound that I think makes it a little more dance/Michael Jackson-y rather than pure, hard, rock n roll.

Though these bands are both talented, they are some of the creepiest bands I have ever seen. Like Nine Inch Nail's video for "Head Like a Hole" is one of the weirdest/creepiest things. And both bands have really interesting looks, which I assume were popular in the 90's, but they are so creepy looking. But it's not the way you look that determines the amount of talent you have, that's for sure.

And I thought I'd add this little video. It might make you loathe this song afterwards, but I have to give the creators props for finding the connection between the two songs.

Head Like a Hole/Call Me Maybe

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