Foxboro Hot Tubs = Green Day?
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Just on a side note, this isn't a review or anything, this is just a bunch of thoughts I've been having recently.
So back in '06 or '07 Green Day said they would defintly be comming out with a new album some time in 2008. When it comes right down to the facts, they really didn't/ prolly arent going to. They made an entire new side project called Foxboro Hot Tubs, and are now going on tour for this new side project.
So for a while I was kinda ticked about this. THOSE DAM LIARS! Why does this always happen to me? Well after I got done whining and complaining, I decided to acually give Foxboro Hot Tubs a chance. So I listened and I liked. Its differen't, but not THAT different. I can still tell its the same 3 guys from Green Day. Its just a little more 60's sounding, and styled. Whats wrong with it? Persionally, I really like it.
So whats up with the whole new band name just for a different sound? Why not just release this new sound under the name Green Day? So its a change, who cares? Oh wait, I forgot, alot of people care. Remember how many old Green Day fans went crazy when American Idiot came out? They were complaining because Green Day changed their sound and style a little bit.
Now its all starting to make sence. They made this entire new side project becuase they didn't want to release it for Green Day. If they did, even more of their old fan basis would suddenly hate them just because its a little differen't. I think thats a little sad. People are so against change, they scared Green Day into making an entire new band, just because they wanted to experement with a different sound a style.
Well that sums up my thoughts on the topic, let me know what you think.
Just on a side note, this isn't a review or anything, this is just a bunch of thoughts I've been having recently.
So back in '06 or '07 Green Day said they would defintly be comming out with a new album some time in 2008. When it comes right down to the facts, they really didn't/ prolly arent going to. They made an entire new side project called Foxboro Hot Tubs, and are now going on tour for this new side project.
So for a while I was kinda ticked about this. THOSE DAM LIARS! Why does this always happen to me? Well after I got done whining and complaining, I decided to acually give Foxboro Hot Tubs a chance. So I listened and I liked. Its differen't, but not THAT different. I can still tell its the same 3 guys from Green Day. Its just a little more 60's sounding, and styled. Whats wrong with it? Persionally, I really like it.
So whats up with the whole new band name just for a different sound? Why not just release this new sound under the name Green Day? So its a change, who cares? Oh wait, I forgot, alot of people care. Remember how many old Green Day fans went crazy when American Idiot came out? They were complaining because Green Day changed their sound and style a little bit.
Now its all starting to make sence. They made this entire new side project becuase they didn't want to release it for Green Day. If they did, even more of their old fan basis would suddenly hate them just because its a little differen't. I think thats a little sad. People are so against change, they scared Green Day into making an entire new band, just because they wanted to experement with a different sound a style.
Well that sums up my thoughts on the topic, let me know what you think.
In response to Tom Hanson:
If people can't handle the wait, then they were never really that big of a fan in the first place. Why not appreciate and enjoy the music that is there right now? Besides, there are plenty of other bands you could listen to during the wait. Even if they stopped making music, at least they made a sh*t load of brilliant songs before!
I honestly LOVE FHT, probably because I was staying up til 2 AM on school nights reading the threads on GDA as the concerts were going on with people there feeding in on the events as they were happening. I feel energized when I listen to them; you know, that "classic Green Day" feeling...but this time, it feels a bit more "mature", in a sense. The overall feel of the group and general warmth is clear when listening to them and seeing them perform. It's amazing.
I don't really think that the whole fan base thing is necessarily the reason why they formed FHT anyways. It could be part of it, but there's got to be something more "in depth" to it. Think about it: Green Day are a HUGE success, meaning that booking a show to a tiny little venue is not exactly a piece of cake. I think it was a very good idea for them to form this little band, because that way, they can still get their share of reliving the days before they became mainstream. Do you think they'd actually get to go to the places they toured at under Green Day and talk to TONS of fans on a stage only a foot high? Not at all.
Kyra, June 8th, 2008 at 01:45:54am
i like the foxboro hot thubs, but Green Day won't come out with an album this year ? that sucks.
GREENDAYxMCR, May 26th, 2008 at 01:56:30pm
Not really a fan of FHT to be honest.
I reckon the best sound Green Day ever had was Kerplunk and Slappy Hours, that fresh tone, if you get me.
Something along those lines would be ace.
chuff_off, May 26th, 2008 at 06:08:32am
theyre great! but what makes me a bit upset is the fact that they didnt release any copies in australia and many orhter countries. How can i get my hands on a copy of it without using hte internet?
Vegemite, May 25th, 2008 at 04:01:42am
I love foxboro ^^ That band name is brilliant :D
Lykwoah, May 24th, 2008 at 04:10:43am
Personally, I dont care if they never release another Green Day album. I'll always support them no matter what side project they start on. They'll do it when they feel it's right and ready, They shouldnt be forced to push out another record because fans want them too. It'll sound crappy then. Im just glad they're doing something they like :]
Tholomew Plague, May 23rd, 2008 at 07:12:38am
I gotta agree with you, new sound new name, less b*tching (orly?)
Personally I love FHT, and I'm just happy the guys are enjoying doing what they are doing. Green Day will be back when the time is right for them.
Grandma, May 23rd, 2008 at 03:45:33am
Yeah, I kinda agree with that.
I think what they're doing is the same as with The Network. They're stretching the limits of their musical ability, without fear of their fan-base crumbling.
I do wish that they had done Green Day first.
I love the tubs, but it has been four years. I want my Green Day back. I didn't officially become a fan untill the year American Idiot was released. I'm excited, I want to see my favourite band release a new album.
Besides, they'd get alot more attention, because I know alot of people's intrest in Green Day is dwindling from lack of new material.
I miss our Green Day, but I love the Tubs.
Tyler Durden, May 22nd, 2008 at 09:32:33pm
true that.
brompton cocktail., May 22nd, 2008 at 07:32:06pm
i don't mind the foxboro, i just wish they'd release a green day album
like they said they would. i'm getting tired of waiting. they can at least
release a single or something
get famous, May 22nd, 2008 at 07:27:23pm