Dave Thompson’s upcoming book “I Hate New Music: The Classic Rock Manifesto” promises to cause more discord and outrage than a Blender “all-time” list. That is, of course, until everyone realizes his tongue is firmly planted in cheek. The veteran music journalist blasts sacred cows Nirvana and Radiohead, among many, many others, while rejoicing the likes of Fleetwood Mac and Kiss.
“Thompson finally takes the gloves off and speaks out against the evils of post-70s rock…Thompson rails against the very forces that are killing rock’n’roll from the inside out—from the Mars Volta’s pseudo-prog excess to Kelly Clarkson’s shrill wail…an essential read that will have you questioning why Thin Lizzy, Steve Miller, and Iron Maiden’s Eddie have been grossly ignored by the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame election board while R.E.M. gets a free pass.”
Thompson argues Nirvana owes its entire career to Boston’s “More Than a Feeling”; the 8-Track is the ultimate audio format; and Queen is the best band ever. “Remember, Pablo Picasso may have never been called an asshole, but that doesn’t necessarily make Coldplay high art.” The book is due in November.
I don't get why people is so close minded