Bruce or Entwistle, who was better?
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Topic: Bruce or Entwistle, who was better?
Posted By: iluvmarillion
Subject: Bruce or Entwistle, who was better?
Date Posted: October 26 2014 at 02:20
| Not sure whether a poll is the best way of expressing my sorrow for the loss of Jack Bruce today. Both died too young. Both virtuosos of the bass guitar. Both able singers as well. |
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Posted By: tszirmay
Date Posted: October 26 2014 at 02:47
me too ! Both are sizzlers ------------- I never post anything anywhere without doing more than basic research, often in depth. |
Posted By: Hercules
Date Posted: October 26 2014 at 03:48
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Sorry, but the sad death of Jack Bruce does not alter the fact that he was nowhere near as good as John Entwhistle. ------------- A TVR is not a car. It's a way of life. |
Posted By: chrijom
Date Posted: October 26 2014 at 05:24
| Both were very different musicians, can't be compared in the same way. Sad news. |
Posted By: The-time-is-now
Date Posted: October 26 2014 at 06:32
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Entwistle. bur sad news for Bruce :( -------------  One of my best achievements in life was to find this picture :D |
Posted By: Michael678
Date Posted: October 26 2014 at 08:29
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i need to know more on Cream; this news will be the catapult. so for now, Entwistle it is, though it may change after im much more familiar with Cream's music. ------------- Progrockdude |
Posted By: micky
Date Posted: October 26 2014 at 08:42
when you get done with Cream, check out his substantial solo and collaborative work in the 70's and beyond. Personally I like it as much, if not more, than his celebrated work with Cream. Start with Songs for a Tailor and Harmony Row. MAGNIFICENT albums. |
Michael678 wrote:Posted By: Manuel
Date Posted: October 26 2014 at 08:56
| Both were fantastic. |
Posted By: TerLJack
Date Posted: October 26 2014 at 09:11
| Entwistle was a better bass player, but Jack was a phenomenal singer. Especially back in the days. I vote both. |
Posted By: dr wu23
Date Posted: October 26 2014 at 12:20
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Not sure but I think something like this was already posted....but imo it's Bruce since he wrote more quality music, was in early jazz blues bands as well as Cream, had better solo albums , and was a far better singer. Having said that I don't think either one was 'better' than the other as far as being good on the bass. ------------- One does nothing yet nothing is left undone. Haquin |
Posted By: SteveG
Date Posted: October 26 2014 at 12:44
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Both were excellent bass players. I like the Ox's Style and tones better than the Bruce. But that's all. ------------- This message was brought to you by a proud supporter of the Deep State. |
Posted By: Wanorak
Date Posted: October 26 2014 at 12:47
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Both great but I gave the very slight edge to Bruce. ------------- A GREAT YEAR FOR PROG!!! |
Posted By: hellogoodbye
Date Posted: October 26 2014 at 13:21
RIP Jack. Harmony row is a stunning album. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t7r4edgItT4 |
Posted By: SteveG
Date Posted: October 26 2014 at 13:22
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^Damn Good album and very prog in my opinion. Well done, friend. ------------- This message was brought to you by a proud supporter of the Deep State. |
Posted By: Anon-E-Mouse
Date Posted: October 26 2014 at 13:26
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Both of them were excellent musicians. I would favour Bruce who was a much more versatile and very prolific artist. Also, because the music of The Who has never been of much interest to me apart from Entwhistle's bass lines. In memory of Bruce I listened to Cream "Live Vol I" and - as always - it blew me away. ------------- "The most abundant substance on Earth...is Human Stupidity." (Frank Zappa) |
Posted By: richardh
Date Posted: October 26 2014 at 15:34
| Both are equally great but I voted Entwistle on personal preference grounds. |
Posted By: Progosopher
Date Posted: October 26 2014 at 23:18
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Bruce was the more musical of the two, and easily the better vocalist and songwriter, so I give him my vote, but Entwistle had techniques and chops that were unparalleled. ------------- The world of sound is certainly capable of infinite variety and, were our sense developed, of infinite extensions. -- George Santayana, "The Sense of Beauty" |
Posted By: uduwudu
Date Posted: October 27 2014 at 02:01
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Both fine (to say the least!) but Jack was the composer while John was not. He was more of a novelty song writer providing witty cameos to Townshend's big ideas. Great how both Jack and John could contribute such dynamism and detail in playing though. |
Posted By: Mormegil
Date Posted: October 27 2014 at 06:57
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Entwistle +1 (by a hair) ------------- Welcome to the middle of the film. |
Posted By: HolyMoly
Date Posted: October 27 2014 at 08:03
One of my Top 10 favorite albums of all time. And I'm voting for Jack in the poll. ------------- My other avatar is a Porsche It is easier for a camel to pass through the eye of a needle if it is lightly greased. -Kehlog Albran |
Posted By: bhikkhu
Date Posted: October 27 2014 at 14:48
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Can't split them. You could probably pose an argument on technical ability but they were so different. Each of them stands out as a singular artist without adequate comparison. ------------- a.k.a. H.T. http://riekels.wordpress.com" rel="nofollow - http://riekels.wordpress.com |
Posted By: Rednight
Date Posted: October 27 2014 at 16:52
| Entwistle was always the real deal for me with his explosive style. I was also once extremely fortunate to meet him backstage in San Diego, and he was a quiet, reserved gentleman in the highest sense. How such a calm demeanor could produce the bass lines that he unleashed on listeners is puzzling, really. |
Posted By: proggman
Date Posted: November 01 2014 at 13:08
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Since John Entwistle has more votes. So I'll vote for Jack Bruce. ------------- When he rides, my fears subside. For darkness turns once more to light. Through the skies, his white horse flies. To find a land beyond the night. |
Posted By: dr wu23
Date Posted: November 02 2014 at 10:48
Yessir.....good choice.... and as much as I like Entwistle's work with the Who, and they are both very good bass players, Bruce has accomplished far more with songwriting, singing, and styles of playing over the years. But then I have always been a fan of Jack Bruce so I'm a bit biased.  ------------- One does nothing yet nothing is left undone. Haquin |