Spectacularly under-rated/under appreciated bands/musicians

[Northernhibee]

Thread for stuff that's fallen under the radar compared to what they deserve.

First for me is a band who have been successful but are IMO the best band in the world - Brian Jonestown Massacre. When at their best and on form as good anything you'll hear from the Stones/Floyd etc.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XHMPh0gcjgA

[easty]

The Rifles, I don't understand why they've never been more popular. Much better than a load of other *****y bands who seem to have done a lot better.

[Pretty Boy]

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Thread for stuff that's fallen under the radar compared to what they deserve.

First for me is a band who have been successful but are IMO the best band in the world - Brian Jonestown Massacre. When at their best and on form as good anything you'll hear from the Stones/Floyd etc.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XHMPh0gcjgA

100% this.

Saw them live a few times and wheb they are in the mood and can keep it together they are sensational.

[The_Exile]

Jeff Buckley, although it would seem he's a bit of a marmite character, it still amazes me how few people actually know about this guy.

[Hiber-nation]

Silversun Pickups, particularly the Swoon album which is the best rock album I've heard for years.

[Mr White]

Iron & Wine. Unlikely to ever gain mass appeal and radio play due to his style and some subject matter but for me his best lyrics are amongst the best I've ever heard- The Trapeze Swinger for example. Having said that his album last year was poor but around the well, creek drank the cradle, kiss each other clean, our endless numbered days and the shepherds dog are well worth a listen.

[patch1875]

Headswim

[Pretty Boy]

McLusky.

McLusky Do Dallas was one of the best albums of the 00s imo.

[Northernhibee]

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McLusky.

McLusky Do Dallas was one of the best albums of the 00s imo.

Brilliant band.

"Nick Berry had talent in a previous life"

[Carheenlea]

I would argue that Scotland`s own The Phantom Band are most definitely underrated. In the Chemikal Underground stable and released their third album in the summer. Their live shows are infectious - I`m a regular gig goer and they are up there with as good as I`ve seen in a live environment, with Rick Anthony (AKA Rick Redbeard) a strong / charismatic frontman. More than deserve a higher profile.

[Northernhibee]

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I would argue that Scotland`s own The Phantom Band are most definitely underrated. In the Chemikal Underground stable and released their third album in the summer. Their live shows are infectious - I`m a regular gig goer and they are up there with as good as I`ve seen in a live environment, with Rick Anthony (AKA Rick Redbeard) a strong / charismatic frontman. More than deserve a higher profile.

The Phantom band are wonderful, love their debut album.

[Pretty Boy]

Oh and Mudhoney as well.

Probably the band that really kickstarted the lates 80s/early 90s grunge and alt rock scene yet they are usually a footnote underneath Nirvana, Pearl Jam, Smashing Pumpkins et al when it's discussed despite paving the way.

[.Sean.]

The Rifles.

seeing them on Wednesday for about the 10th time and I can't wait.

[degenerated]

The Newtown grunts, long split up, were one of the best Scottish punk bands from the mid to late 90's and could go from the serious to the flippant with ease

New Town Grunts - They Shall Not Pass: http://youtu.be/jZaE7vr_544

Another great punk band and much under rated are toxic ephex from Aberdeen. Although described by Jello Biafra as Scotland's best ever punk band.

Toxik Ephex - Social Control: http://youtu.be/_664sF2DbQo

[hibsbollah]

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Oh and Mudhoney as well.

Probably the band that really kickstarted the lates 80s/early 90s grunge and alt rock scene yet they are usually a footnote underneath Nirvana, Pearl Jam, Smashing Pumpkins et al when it's discussed despite paving the way.

I used to love Mudhoney but wasn't aware they were particularly under the radar. One band I cant believe didn't make it were Whipping Boy, irish band from the 90s. Album called Heartworm still one of my favourites.

[Onceinawhile]

Band I like who never seemed to gain much traction are the subways. Wouldn't say they're massively underrated, but don't get the audience they deserve imo.

On a different note I'd also say immortal technique and talib kweli are hugely underrated. Probably because they both distribute their own stuff and don't rap about bitches and hos.

[easty]

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The Rifles.

seeing them on Wednesday for about the 10th time and I can't wait.

I already had tickets for Kasabian or I'd be going too.

[Pretty Boy]

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Band I like who never seemed to gain much traction are the subways. Wouldn't say they're massively underrated, but don't get the audience they deserve imo.

On a different note I'd also say immortal technique and talib kweli are hugely underrated. Probably because they both distribute their own stufd and don't rap about bitches and hos.

Immortal Technique is a great shout.

[Mikey09]

B Dolan...... ****in Awsome!!! Film the police is just quality. Another good tune of his to check out on you tube is The Devil is alive.

[Northernhibee]

Stellastarr* were from New York and released their debut a few months before The Killers released theirs. Their debut was ten times the album that Hot Fuss was and I'd have considered them just as marketable. Baffles me why they aren't one of the biggest bands in the world.

[Haymaker]

Www.elmorgan.co.uk

She is part of a great group called Dear Everyone who you can find on facebook.

She, like the other two of DE, is fantastic. And I am honoured to call all three friends.

[Hibby70]

Currently I'd say The Rifles. The Paddingtons and Dogs from the recent past.

[WeeRussell]

Courteeners - St Jude is the best album of this millenium
The Rifles - Most people have never heard of them, sin.
Tribes - No longer around (Johnny Lloyd working on a solo album as we speak) but their album 'Baby' will blow you away.


No wonder it's hard to make it to the top in music when the radio is full of utter pish and the above are barely mentioned.

[Hank Schrader]

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Stellastarr* were from New York and released their debut a few months before The Killers released theirs. Their debut was ten times the album that Hot Fuss was and I'd have considered them just as marketable. Baffles me why they aren't one of the biggest bands in the world.

My Coco is an absolute belter of a track.

[easty]

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Courteeners - St Jude is the best album of this millenium
The Rifles - Most people have never heard of them, sin.
Tribes - No longer around (Johnny Lloyd working on a solo album as we speak) but their album 'Baby' will blow you away.


No wonder it's hard to make it to the top in music when the radio is full of utter pish and the above are barely mentioned.

I'm a massive Courteeners fan, and I've lost count of how many times I've went to see them, but I wouldn't say that St Jude is the best album of the millennium, thats quite a statement.

[WeeRussell]

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I'm a massive Courteeners fan, and I've lost count of how many times I've went to see them, but I wouldn't say that St Jude is the best album of the millennium, thats quite a statement.

Since the year 2000?... I stand by it

[snooky]

Sandy Wright. Edinburgh singer/songwriter/musician.
Deserves much more plaudits than he gets.

"Hotel Caledonia"
https://myspace.com/sandywrightmusic...43101-66504617


Also he disny like fitba' so he won't see this post.

[Viva_Palmeiras]

Dunno why Damien Rice seems to have faded away.

[patch1875]

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Dunno why Damien Rice seems to have faded away.

New album out last month is pretty good but your right he's fallen off the radar a bit.

[Loopz]

Inspiral Carpets for me. Heard Biggest Mountain last week and immediately thought of this thread.