CharlieDon'tSurf Posted September 9, 2002 Report Share Posted September 9, 2002 what's the scoops on the Bullfrog show at ALFIES (of all the places on this god-forsaken lint ball)... ...or is it a star trek convention and they meant to spell borg-full?? anyway, as new as i am i haven't heard of these ones either... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
weezy Posted September 9, 2002 Report Share Posted September 9, 2002 bullfrog good - ever heard of Kid Koala? (Gorillaz) - well, he's in bullfrog (on the turntablzz) - they are a funky, funky band. jamhub.ca has downloads from evolve - have a wissen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bradm Posted September 11, 2002 Report Share Posted September 11, 2002 Bullfrog's supposed to be at Babylon tonight. I might be up for it, but I'm not sure. Anybody else? Aloha, Brad P.S. Does anybody know what's up with the Babylon website? It doesn't seem to work anymore, and I haven't found another one for them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarcO Posted September 11, 2002 Report Share Posted September 11, 2002 I've seen them twice. Not bad for a night out, you could definitely do a lot worse. For me, they are the musical equivalent of rice cakes: they won't hurt you, they can occasionally be delicious, but ultimately they are forgettable and you may have further cravings. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bradm Posted September 11, 2002 Report Share Posted September 11, 2002 I'm about halfway through my second listen to their Evolve set, and, well, my opinion hasn't changed: I'm just not that impressed. I'd say they were a $5 band; certainly not a $15 band. doubleB has a criticism of Stairwell K that also applies here: when they do get a hard groove/jam going, they cut it off, arbitrarily, and 'way too soon*. Also, their sound is kind of loungish to me. (I'm reminded of that part of "Repo Man" where the punk band ends up doing cheezy lounge music, much to the chagrin of Otto.) I think I'll pass. Aloha, Brad * Notable exception: Stairwell K's set from Flaps: they were asked to extend their set (due to another band's no-show, IIRC), and they did jam things out, wonderfully. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarahbelle Posted September 11, 2002 Report Share Posted September 11, 2002 My experiance with bullfrog: Really good when I saw them back in November. I bought the CD and quickly became disenchanted There is just no energy.. you can tell it's their JOB not something they enjoy.... But see em once.. you will enjoy it! Cheers.. Sarah Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doubleB Posted September 11, 2002 Report Share Posted September 11, 2002 I have really enjoyed their Evolve set.... sounded like a good time to me... I will be there tonight, even if they aren't that good, what the hell else am I going to do tonight? watch TV? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CharlieDon'tSurf Posted September 11, 2002 Author Report Share Posted September 11, 2002 know what... almost passed on the show...now, based on the conflicted response to them... i'm not so sure i won't go...if it is just the one show, i guess it can't hurt, now can it? well, maybe it'll hurt in the pocket book if its 15 samolis for the cover...wowzers! i get paid that day, so i'll be "rich" for a moment or two... P.S. thanx for all the input guys and gals... you all rock! (oops, has the Skank made the transition to "Evil Skankdom" or can I still be all hippy-nice and whatnot? ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil McCraken Posted September 11, 2002 Report Share Posted September 11, 2002 But Pablo..... They have turntables, I know how you like that so..... bring your camera for hot pics of turntable action, just like with greyboy and supergreg. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarcO Posted September 12, 2002 Report Share Posted September 12, 2002 you SHOULD go, if you're so inclined. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
show---whore Posted September 12, 2002 Report Share Posted September 12, 2002 if its your first or second time seeing them it'll be great but if its your 3-4 time its fucking stupid same word for word every fucking time i have no idea way people like this band $15 no way i wouldn't pay more then 8 bucks here's 10 cents my 2 cents if free Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kung Posted September 12, 2002 Report Share Posted September 12, 2002 I would have agreed with everything said if I hadn't caught them at Hillside and Evolve. They are definitely much better outdoors and with a big appreciative crowd. The setlists are identical, they've got 'their show' as the band puts it, but I think they've actually been mixing it up a little. I really liked their Hillside set and was blown away that they pulled out the stops at Evolve. My girlfriend had said 'I'd hate to be them' after the Slip played and I tended to agree (they were loving the Slip by the way). Their rythym section is tight, Massimo, Santiago and Joanne- stellar. I like Blu Rum 13 (James) flow, Mark the lead guitar is a real songsmith/ producer craftsman, and Koala's sick of course. They were definitely playing a sort of psychedelic tweaked set at Evolve likely feeding of the crazed energy and teeming rain. I had totally expected it would blow but they really blew me away. When you think about it they're good friends, have been together over nine years and they're real craftspeople at their instruments. They have a sophisticated understanding of a variety of percussive styles of music, a rooting in R & B tradition, a great frontman and great songs. I may be a little let down to see them in a club the next time but my opinion has taken a full one eighty. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phunky Cauldron Posted September 12, 2002 Report Share Posted September 12, 2002 I recommend them to anybody. They're pretty entertaining. The only problem that I've got is the $15 cover. I used to see them for $5 in London last year. I'll never pay $15 to see them now. If it was cheaper, I'd be there in a flash. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gentlemonkey Posted September 12, 2002 Report Share Posted September 12, 2002 if you've seen em before, you can be sure youll get the same show. 3 shows, exact same every time. I dont think i'd even pay 5.00 to see them. Maybe i don't get it or something. or maybe they're just not for me.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave-O Posted September 12, 2002 Report Share Posted September 12, 2002 I'd echo the above sentiments. First time I saw them, I thought they were fantastic. Second time felt very "been there, done that". But if you have yet to see Bullfrog (and have the $$$), check 'em out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gentlemonkey Posted September 12, 2002 Report Share Posted September 12, 2002 ii'd describe them as funkless funk, or elevator hiphop..dont expect any jamming, and get ready for all the kid koala records that come out every-time.. sesame street, muppet show.. PFFFT!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Booche Posted September 12, 2002 Report Share Posted September 12, 2002 I thought the funk was deeeep when I saw them here, but, I only saw them the one time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phunky Cauldron Posted September 12, 2002 Report Share Posted September 12, 2002 Yeah, I'll agree with that. Their shows are quite similar. It's probably why they don't have a following. But if I had never seen them before, I'd make a point of getting out there. Put it this way, it's better than a kick in the ear. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pablo Sanchez Posted September 12, 2002 Report Share Posted September 12, 2002 If they paid me $15, I might go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaybone Posted September 12, 2002 Report Share Posted September 12, 2002 'k, so it's like 3 am and i'm drunk as a mofo so give a brotha' a brake, but i just got back from the show and i say that it was fun stuff! 3rd time seeing this band andI i really enjoyed it. Great hip-hop and funk being thrown around and the crowd was diverse (not to mention packed!!! like no other "jamband" ever to play Babylon) and pretty hip. Go check'em out...I wouldn't sign up for tour but they are definately worth going to see. Kid Koala is stupid good. So the only bad thing i gotta say is that the way they "jam" definately leaves me wanting more. It reminded me of "herbalizer", for those who know, they build it up and then pull the plug. It's a style that gets me hyped and kinda lets me down at the same time. The groove builds and builds and i start throwin down and right when the groove breaks into what i think is gonna be the next groove or somethin', the song ends. I've learned to accept that is the way some bands work (quit while yer ahead) but it still kinda hurts each time. Still, check these kids out, $15 well spent and that's what it's all about. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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