Sisters... so what do we think?

[Spoinny]

@edit "And I'll say it again: I really think her vocal coach has done more harm than good."

Explain?

[skcin]

Entire song from front row, shot by Michelle/Tucky (omg, I can't even remember her Ledge name...)

http://youtu.be/j3ZYIGeRl7A

Much better than I was expecting, but her extremely low note on "mooooooon" was disappointing. I didn't love the ending either - she tried to give us what we want, but it just wasn't successful, IMO.

I'm a realist. I was well aware it wouldn't come anywhere close to Tusk & Mirage tour versions. AND I really do like the "the people, they loooooove her..." verse. I do hope they keep it in the set, since it is a more obscure tune & it really is a rocker. Time will tell.

[danax6]

I think it sounds messy. Her vocals are all over, doesn't blend with the music, especially at the end. I didn't expect a kickass Mirage tour version, but they could have at least added *some* power to it.

Meh.

[HomerMcvie]

I just hope they keep it through next Thursday!!!

[vivfox]

Originally Posted by skcin

Entire song from front row, shot by Michelle/Tucky (omg, I can't even remember her Ledge name...)
http://youtu.be/j3ZYIGeRl7A

Michelle2677

[editme2]

Originally Posted by Spoinny

@edit "And I'll say it again: I really think her vocal coach has done more harm than good."

Explain?

What I mean when I say that I think her vocal coach has done more harm than good is that he has trained her to sing in a very controlled, uninspired way. As a result, her vocals often lack color. She takes no chances and doesn’t explore different aspects to her voice. I believe he has convinced her that in order to not “have a bad night,” she needs to keep her vocals within a certain, monotonous range. With “Landslide,” for example, she used to sprinkle it with really soft, delicate notes that would give powerful meaning to certain lyrics and phrases in the song. Now it’s pretty much the same tone throughout. Plus, she seems to think that in order for her voice to have power, she needs to yell (listen to “Stand Back” live these days). It’s almost as if she’s following a strict vocal script and doesn’t want to stray from it, lest she be scolded by her vocal coach. I know she has some of that nuance in her still, because every once in a while it comes out (she sounds lovely on “Say Goodbye,” for example). I’m in no way suggesting that Stevie shred her voice or go crazy like she did in the ’80s, but I do wish she would explore the different sides of her voice that remain strong.

And, of course, this is just my silly opinion. I'm not a vocal coach; I just go by what I hear......

[ShangriLaTroubl]

Originally Posted by editme2

What I mean when I say that I think her vocal coach has done more harm than good is that he has trained her to sing in a very controlled, uninspired way. As a result, her vocals often lack color. She takes no chances and doesn’t explore different aspects to her voice. I believe he has convinced her that in order to not “have a bad night,” she needs to keep her vocals within a certain, monotonous range. With “Landslide,” for example, she used to sprinkle it with really soft, delicate notes that would give powerful meaning to certain lyrics and phrases in the song. Now it’s pretty much the same tone throughout. Plus, she seems to think that in order for her voice to have power, she needs to yell (listen to “Stand Back” live these days). It’s almost as if she’s following a strict vocal script and doesn’t want to stray from it, lest she be scolded by her vocal coach. I know she has some of that nuance in her still, because every once in a while it comes out (she sounds lovely on “Say Goodbye,” for example). I’m in no way suggesting that Stevie shred her voice or go crazy like she did in the ’80s, but I do wish she would explore the different sides of her voice that remain strong.

And, of course, this is just my silly opinion. I'm not a vocal coach; I just go by what I hear......

Very valid points and I agree with you overall. Secret Love live is a good example..On the album her voice has a sweet sound to it, but live she sounded robotic...

[fringed n fab]

Originally Posted by editme2

What I mean when I say that I think her vocal coach has done more harm than good is that he has trained her to sing in a very controlled, uninspired way. As a result, her vocals often lack color. She takes no chances and doesn’t explore different aspects to her voice. I believe he has convinced her that in order to not “have a bad night,” she needs to keep her vocals within a certain, monotonous range. With “Landslide,” for example, she used to sprinkle it with really soft, delicate notes that would give powerful meaning to certain lyrics and phrases in the song. Now it’s pretty much the same tone throughout. Plus, she seems to think that in order for her voice to have power, she needs to yell (listen to “Stand Back” live these days). It’s almost as if she’s following a strict vocal script and doesn’t want to stray from it, lest she be scolded by her vocal coach. I know she has some of that nuance in her still, because every once in a while it comes out (she sounds lovely on “Say Goodbye,” for example). I’m in no way suggesting that Stevie shred her voice or go crazy like she did in the ’80s, but I do wish she would explore the different sides of her voice that remain strong.
And, of course, this is just my silly opinion. I'm not a vocal coach; I just go by what I hear......

I totally get what you're saying and think so too. Have for quite some time.