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 Post subject: very talented band...and CHAUNTELLE IS GOLD...Posted: Thu Oct 21, 2004 9:10 am 
I just stumbled upon this website, after watching eisley open for Snow Patrol in San Diego. First off (and let's get this outta the way), Chauntelle, you are gold - I just hope that you aren't left in the dark at all your shows. What struck me most in this band, and subsequently their "bread and butter," are the harmonies. The first real successful use of harmonics in a pop band since the Beach Boys. I would best describe Eisley as, "The Sundays meets Six Pence." Quite frankly, the rhythm section is very lackluster - don't undermine the importance of creative timing. Overall, I just wanted to say, nice creative, original writing. Stay with your dreams... ...and oh yeah, Chauntelle...stay gold. a favorite band I just discovered at Curiosa: The Cooper Temple Clause cheers~ _________________ and the hours transpire...from our destined place |
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Post subject: Re: very talented band...and CHAUNTELLE IS GOLD... Posted: Thu Oct 21, 2004 9:36 am
theloudestvoice wrote: Quite frankly, the rhythm section is very lackluster - don't undermine the importance of creative timing perhaps if you had stopped drooling over Chauntelle, and paid a little more attention to the rhythm section, you would have heard how good they are....lackluster is not a word i would have remotely thought of using to describe Eisley's rhythm section.... welcome to the forum! |
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Joined: 20 Feb 2003 | Posts: 441 | Location: Dallas, TX
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Post subject: Posted: Thu Oct 21, 2004 9:37 am
I agree, Chauntelle is awesome. But I differ on the rhythm section. Jonathan and Weston are the most creativeand promising new backbone (that's what i call them) out there. Oh yeah, and welcome.  _________________ My photography:www.jamiemphoto.com You can't spell awesome without emo...backwards! -Julie definingawesome (11:44:11 PM): Eisley shivers our timbers |
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Post subject: Posted: Thu Oct 21, 2004 9:41 am
did you listen to Weston drum? he has such a unique style, the new drum line on memories really changed the feel of that song. And Jonathan Wilson is a fine fine bass player, i refuse to accept any other statement, even from the man himself, modesty, sheesh... and yes, welcome to the forum _________________ welcome to the no pants club boone |
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Post subject: Posted: Thu Oct 21, 2004 9:48 am
For those that understand anything other than 2:4, I suggest a few of the modern great percussionists that you may know: Jimmy Chamberlain, Trent Reznor, DaveGrohl, www.thecoopertempleclause.com Not knocking the guy...and come on, no use to throw your personal fantasies at others. peace~ _________________ and the hours transpire...from our destined place |
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Post subject: Nobody stomps on church in my town and gets away with it! Posted: Thu Oct 21, 2004 10:06 am
Weston is an awesome drummer. totally keeps a tight beat. MAN! that rhythm is KEY! Jonathon... so awesome. I play bass myself, and while throwing in some nice bass lines that flow to the harmony of the lyrics, he stills stays on beat with weston. They work amazingly together. i would have to say that perhaps only the team work of shaun cooper and will noon from straylight run and eben d'amico and bryan newman(ex-drummer) from saves the day are above that of jon and weston.... I think they make a great team. Just stating my beliefs. Chauntelle is great at the guitar though... i aint cuttin ya down Jeff |
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Joined: 11 May 2004 | Posts: 67 | Location: Palatine, IL
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Post subject: Posted: Thu Oct 21, 2004 10:12 am
i love eisley but this guy is right-eisley gets away with meh instrumentation cause they have great vocal melodies. _________________ "You're my favorite person." - David Carradine, Kill Bill vol. 2 |
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Joined: 23 Mar 2004 | Posts: 497 | Location: aventura, FL
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Post subject: Posted: Thu Oct 21, 2004 10:36 am
Certainly there are better drummers, and bass players out there. I didn't think the comments were meant to insult Weston and Jonathan, but, more to compliment what he really appreciated about the band. The guys fit well with Eisley's style, and that's what is most important, and it is certainly ok if he felt that the rhythm section wasn't as strong as the vocal section. It's his opinion, and that's ok. Welcome to the forum. 
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Joined: 11 Nov 2002 | Posts: 3695 | Location: Tyler, TX
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Post subject: Posted: Thu Oct 21, 2004 10:55 am
^ that's chauntelle's mom. be nice to her _________________ myspace |
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Post subject: Posted: Thu Oct 21, 2004 11:23 am
I want to thank both "ideal" and 'kimbrtone" for their replies, and restating my opinions in a new light - and let's be honest, when it comes to music, much of what anybody has to say is their opinion, whether professional or amateur. Hopefully, what is said is positive though, as I meant no ill will. I understand these things, as I am a songwriter and "musician" myself trying to get my first album recorded (www.glewmusic.com). I understand the pitfalls of this industry, as well as the ridicule you leave yourself open to. Personally, I am about the "sound." Most of the great songs come from ideas, not technical musicianship. This is a quality I appreciate in Eisley, as well as some of my favorite pop artists: U2, Oasis, Pearl Jam, Beach Boys, Smashing Pumpkins, etc...it's about the idea...about melody. Please understand my reference to Chauntelle through these eyes. Some people just have a magnetism...an effortless passion for where they are - this is evident in her. She doesn't have to try...she doesn't have to be something she's not. This is the "golden" gift I was referring to. The beauty of music is it's power to move....and if it moves you, I say, don't let it go. Take care all...and stay in touch. Nice looking out mom... andrew. _________________ and the hours transpire...from our destined place |
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Post subject: Posted: Thu Oct 21, 2004 2:34 pm
I think Jon and Weston intentionally stay in the background, because (as it's seemed so far to me at least) they're really more support to the girls than a totally equal part of the band. They're probably more talented than they let themselves show a lot of the time, maybe because they're not involved much in the songwriting process (correct me if I'm wrong). But the focus of Eisley is on the melodies, and I think the guys understand that and just try to provide as solid and complimentary, but non-obtrusive, of a backdrop as they can. Wow, that was deep. Too much thinking for me... |
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Joined: 23 Aug 2004 | Posts: 2041 | Location: Seattle
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Post subject: Posted: Fri Oct 22, 2004 3:19 am
granpaturtle wrote: did you listen to Weston drum? he has such a unique style, the new drum line on memories really changed the feel of that song. And Jonathan Wilson is a fine fine bass player, i refuse to accept any other statement, even from the man himself, modesty, sheesh...
and yes, welcome to the forum I agree Weston is one of the better drummers I've heard. And Jon certainly dosn't go overboard like some bassist try to. (Woah! I ended a sentence with a prep.!) But he dosn't under-play either. I say he really fits in with the over all sound quite well. Anyway... Welcome To the Jungle! _________________ Power is only pain It’s probably better to have him inside the tent pissing out, than outside the tent pissing in. "Can we get control of an individual to the point where he will do our bidding against his will and even against fundamental laws of nature, such as self preservation?" -memo from 1952 Project ARTICHOKE 
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Post subject: Posted: Fri Oct 22, 2004 3:35 am
Pantheon4 wrote: And Jon certainly dosn't go overboard like some bassist try to. (Woah! I ended a sentence with a prep.!) Bwahaha. I thought I was the only person who's anal about that. Welcome to the boards, dude. I think you'll find you're not the only one here who admire's Chauntelle's obvious joy and musical prowess. She's awesome. _________________ INTELLECT AND ROMANCE OVER BRUTE FORCE AND CYNICISM Smokemonster |
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Joined: 24 Sep 2003 | Posts: 14510 | Location: Alone on an airplane, fallin' asleep against the windowpane...
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Post subject: Posted: Fri Oct 22, 2004 3:44 am
when speaking of drums or rythm in general it would be criminal not to at least mention danny carey's name. |
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Joined: 11 Nov 2003 | Posts: 17 | Location: plano, tx
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Post subject: Posted: Fri Oct 22, 2004 4:07 am
jkobb wrote: when speaking of drums or rythm in general it would be criminal not to at least mention danny carey's name. Call me a heathen, but I don't know who that is. Of course, we weren't necessarily talking about drums or rhythm in general. More like Weston and Jon in particular.  _________________ INTELLECT AND ROMANCE OVER BRUTE FORCE AND CYNICISM Smokemonster |
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