by Stelvask » Sun May 28, 2006 10:41 am
glad to hear you like nightwish, don't know many people who have even heard of them.
on that note, how dare you refer to ska as poppy. that's just wrong. i thrive on ska. the hybrid of rock and jazz can be insane. if you like RBF and LTJ, check out some stuff by the aqua bats - they're incredibly goofy but they've got some really fun upbeat songs. suburban legends, similar to the aqua bats, but a little different sound.
also, RX bandits, easily the best of these three groups. songs like status, babylon, and nugget are a must have. Also, if you're into reggae, check out matisyahu. he's unique - king without a crown is his 'hit single', but don't let that fool you, it's actually a really good and really different song. give it a shot, you might like it.
as far as the just normal rock stuff, try placebo - songs like pure morning, ever you every me, protege moi, and taste in men are my fav's. throw in some pepper - tongues, love affair, and give it up, then maybe some mad caddies, kinda a mix between ska and rock, depending on the song (days away, popcorn, and there's something wrong at the playground). Eve 6 is also a good band, one of my all time favorites. the more you listen to them the more you grow on you. i can't really pick a favorite from that them.
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Stelvask