The Voice of Rock

Let me preface this post by saying that what I’m about to propose in this article is completely subjective. Unlike death, which can’t be argued is either inevitable or permanent, what I’m about to say is entirely subjective and could likely be debated until God himself returns to settle the argument. With that disclaimer out of the way, I’ll submit my statement for evaluation…

Chris Robinson is the “Voice” of rock.

Now I realize this is utterly subjective and completely open to interpretation. It’s like asking ten people what their favorite food is and expecting everyone to say, “pizza..” It’s a matter of personal taste and depending on what suits your musical taste buds, that’s what you are going to gravitate towards. Consequently, a poll of ten people will likely result in ten different responses.

Before I place the crown upon the king’s head however, we really need to have a look at some of the contenders for the throne. After all, for those of you that get nauseous from the very sight of pizza, you need to have a look at the other options on the table before you make your selection.

In no particular order, lets make an argument for…

Robert Plant – next to Chris Robinson, this guy is at the top of my list. Ok, so maybe they are in some type of order! Plant’s voice, whether you care for it or not, is unmatched in terms of power and range. He could blow your hair back with the likes of “Black Dog” and caress your ears with tunes like “Going to California.” He could carry a tune and scream like no other.

Paul McCartney – admittedly, not my thing but who’s going to argue with 90 million screaming women?

Janis Joplin – the most recognizable female voice in all of rock history. As Arthur Cooper wrote, “she stomped, shimmied, swung her hips, and screeched carnal knowledge in a voice as gritty as a Texas dirt road.”

Freddie Mercury – admittedly, not my thing but who’s going to argue with 90 million screaming men? On a serious note, Freddie’s range, creativity and precision make him one of the most versatile and respected artists around.

Honorable mention: Roger Daltrey, Steve Perry, Ann Wilson, & Paul Rodgers

So why Chris Robinson you ask, among a smorgasbord of exceptional singers on the table? Because he has all the ingredients of the perfect singer; soul, groove, range, purity, power, stamina and more. The kind of vocalist that defines the music he makes, with an instrument no less important than any guitar, bass, piano or drum. Robinson’s vocals are exceptionally soulful and powerful, matched only by the inspiration and introspection of his lyrics. How such a little dude could pack such a vocal punch is beyond the laws of physics and comprehension.

Not convinced? Not a Chris Robinson fan? Pizza give you heartburn? Well, have a listen to this and when you’re finished, be sure to leave a comment!

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We Love a Good Party!

Despite the fact the some of us are aging gracefully, we still like to party. Not the stumbling, drink til’ you get sick type partying that most of us left behind in our early twenties, but more the laugh, eat, sing, play music and enjoy good company type of partying. Now that’s not to say that we won’t foster or encourage people to get a little crazy but it’s all in the spirit of fun and good times.

Recently, the Remedy Band had an opportunity to celebrate a bunch of birthdays with some exceptional people. We kicked it off with Tony who turned 40, then Dionne who turned 40, then Elisa who turned, yup you guessed it, the big 40!

In addition to playing lots of their favorite music, we made it our mission to ensure that everyone was getting involved in the festivities, with many getting up to jam with us and sing a few songs. It’s always a lot more fun for us when people are involved, whether passively observing or hanging from the chandelier with a microphone in their hands.

We hope you’ll consider us when contemplating entertainment for your next big celebration. We’ll be sure to make sure you have a memorable evening, partly because we know we’ll enjoy ourselves so much in the process. We may be getting a little older but still enjoy a good party as much as we used to!