Lostprophets | Gone without a trace?

Hey guys! So, been a while since I've posted due to coursework and such, but one is back to posting again - aren't you a lucky bunch?! I figured the more I'm on my laptop posting and doing coursework, the better I feel about myself and the less time I waste on other social networking sites - damn you, Facebook and Twitter!

Anyway, I thought I'd kickstart my writing again with another music-related post. As we all, or anyone who hasn't been hiding under a rock, will know, the band formerly known as Lostprophets were recently torn apart by the news of Ian Watkins having 'relations' with underage fans and other young individual linking to his drug taking and some insane and sick fans - you can read the court case here for full details.

 

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Obviously this news completely destroyed the band, their reputation and the spirit of their fans, knowing that someone who was supposedly a role model could be such a monster on the quiet. Personally, with all the accusations recently on other celebrities, I thought this was just another selection of fans wanting their 5 minutes in the spotlight for a bit of attention etc. Alas, I was wrong and it is devastating knowing that a band I have loved for years now has the reputation it has gained from him. Absolute madness.

I noticed how there was such an uproar about how much money he was still earning while he is behind bars - with music sales still going and publicity for him at its highest. However, I recently went into a few larger HMV stores and seeing a lack of their CD's on their shelves. This led me to venture online to see what their fanbase was looking like. Turns out everything even remotely relating to Lostprophets, in terms of their fans and music, has been removed from Facebook following a farewell message from the remaining members of the band. It's like they've simply disappeared without a trace of even existing in some places. However, sites such as Amazon still sell their music - but is it right?

Admittedly, it is right that sales of their music should stop as Ian Watkins shouldn't be earning money while doing time for what he did.. But should the other members really pay the price for his actions? I mean, their music was amazing and the other members but will forever have the Lostprophets reputation hanging over their shoulders while trying to move on with their lives.

Does it seem right that their success has been removed without a trace? 

Dave Grohl

Hey guys! For this music post, I'm going to be looking at the one and only, truly amazing.. Dave Grohl. This guy is a musical inspiration, as I'm sure most people would agree, and is by FAR one of the greatest all time musical inspirations!

 
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 Personally, I think this guy is truly amazing. I'm sure many of you will agree! For starters, he's made himself a great name in the music industry. Being a drummer for both Nirvana and Queens Of The Stone Age as well as the vocalist and guitarist for The Foo Fighters, a singer/song writer, and doing his part in other bands, this guy has definitely got around many bands! I think it's safe to say he is definitely an amazing all-rounder which music should be grateful to have. 

 

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I first heard of Dave Grohl through The Foo Fighters and I absolutely love them and their music. I was never aware that he was in Nirvana until it was pointed out to me when watching one of Nirvana's videos on Kerrang. He worked alongside Kurt Cobain, how awesome is that?! I recently saw his appearance in Queens Of The Stone Age when watching their video 'No one Knows', which you can watch here, also on Kerrang (what can I say, I really like Kerrang!). He has given himself one hell of a reputation from working with so many bands and putting himself out there.

 

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This guy is definitely an inspiration to me. He's shown me that putting yourself out there can help you better yourself and get your name well known in many ways. He's known worldwide for his musical talents as well as for the music itself. I can imagine for quite a few people who are into their music, he would definitely be one hell of an inspiration! I mean this guy is talented, no doubt about that... So many people would kill to be that talented. I'm not musical and I would love to be as talented and as well known as him. 

For those who have never listened to his music (if not, where have you been hiding?!), I would highly recommend Dave Grohl's music. His music is simply incredible. You'd be silly not to! So many songs I could recommend to you, but I shall leave it down to you to decide your ultimate favourites. Personally, my top 3 of his include:

1. Best of You - The Foo Fighters
2. Learn To Fly - The Foo Fighters
3. Everlong - The Foo Fighters