Gilmour and Waters Together Again

There seems to be an undercurrent of contempt for older artists on this site. I have read many posts that basically are criticizing these artists for STILL playing even though they are older. Gee, when you reach a certain age you have to quit ? Obviously, some are past their prime, others , however, still make/play great music whether you like their older stuff or their new direction. Possibly, once you make it big it frees you as an artist to explore other veins of music. Whether that music is relevant or good to younger or older music lovers is personal taste.

I agree. Look at how many senior players there are in major symphony orchestras and how their fingers can still fly across fingerboards, keys and valves. I think that, provided one takes care of the body and mind, with time, the musical abilities of talented people increase.

Some old farts (McCartney, Gilmour, Clapton, Henley, Taylor, Winwood, etc.) have weathered the years well and are still in relatively good voice.

Unfortunately it is painful to hear singers such as Ian Anderson, Robert Plant, Elton John, Steven Stills, etc. whose range has diminished so greatly that one almost feels embarrassed for them.

I thought Ian Anderson was bad until I heard Stephen Stills. I still like Plant though even though his range is greatly diminished.

Crispy, Stalls, and Nashed are in town next week.

Guess I'll just Carry On and stay home at Our House.