AngelBlue_ Posted January 5, 2014 Posted January 5, 2014 Billie wrote an article about Phil Everly's death - The Wall Street Journal- http://blogs.wsj.com/speakeasy/2014/01/04/green-days-billie-joe-armstrong-the-dark-traditions-of-phil-everly/
Fuzz Posted January 5, 2014 Posted January 5, 2014 I've split this into it's own topic, I think it's noteworthy enough.
Spike Posted January 5, 2014 Posted January 5, 2014 Good article, it's interesting to see Billie write something like that. I found it cool how he acknowledged his harmonies with Mike, I've always wondered if he knows how good they are. It's a shame the comments on that article are so stupid because it's quite a moving read.
Fuzz Posted January 5, 2014 Posted January 5, 2014 I actually really enjoyed the article. I love that he's kind of all over the place and I love this paragraph I think their songs are about family and tradition. I have my own family. There are certain things in society that need to be torn down–these things that come in between the human spirit and people truly identifying with each other in a pure way. Everly Brothers songs connect people and traditions. They’re handed down. They’re kind of like a family heirloom I hope Billie knows that other people feel the same about his music.
Guest Posted January 5, 2014 Posted January 5, 2014 I think this article is evidence enough that finishing High School is a good idea Also, the comment section is fucking hilarious
Spike Posted January 5, 2014 Posted January 5, 2014 I actually really enjoyed the article. I love that he's kind of all over the place and I love this paragraph I hope Billie knows that other people feel the same about his music. That's a great quote. Billie's in a fantastic position, in that obviously he's got his own songs to be passed down, but also that he's worked hard enough to be in a position where he's been able to pass down Everly Brothers songs in his own way. It's one thing just telling someone to listen to something, but to go out and record your own versions, allowing people to use that as a gateway into discovering the original recordings, must be an amazing feeling. In a way it's kind of similar to how Green Day's music tends to get a lot of younger fans into classic punk. I bet that's an amazing feeling. I get the impression he sees more value in making a new generation of people aware of the Everly Brothers than he does Green Day. I guess one doesn't have to look much further than his signature acoustic guitar to see how important the Everly Brothers are to him.
AlissaGoesRAWR Posted January 5, 2014 Posted January 5, 2014 I know this article is about a serious, sad topic, but I can't help but grin while reading it and think, "Aww, how cute, Billie wrote something somewhat coherent." Somewhat. Its organization is rather bad. And I'm sure it's already been heavily edited to get posted on the WSJ site.
Spike Posted January 5, 2014 Posted January 5, 2014 I know this article is about a serious, sad topic, but I can't help but grin while reading it and think, "Aww, how cute, Billie wrote something somewhat coherent." Somewhat. Its organization is rather bad. And I'm sure it's already been heavily edited to get posted on the WSJ site. Pretty sure we'd be kidding ourselves if we believed someone didn't go through it and add all the punctuation.
AlissaGoesRAWR Posted January 5, 2014 Posted January 5, 2014 Pretty sure we'd be kidding ourselves if we believed someone didn't go through it and add all the punctuation. Trust me, I know firsthand that the copy you send to your editor is often entirely different from what gets published. In Billie's case, it's probably EXTREMELY different. But for some reason I just found this whole thing adorable.
Oxymore Posted January 5, 2014 Posted January 5, 2014 Really enjoyed the article. One of the first times I don't see fuck or hey ho somewhere in what he says or writes . ''Anything that you’re a huge fan of and paying homage to on top of that—when it’s taken from you, it’s sad.''
Heather. Posted January 5, 2014 Posted January 5, 2014 I think this article is evidence enough that finishing High School is a good idea My thoughts exactly. You can tell the poor boy never learned how to write But the sentiment counts. It's bizarre that this was in the Wall Street Journal though.
Fuzz Posted January 5, 2014 Posted January 5, 2014 I think this article is evidence enough that finishing High School is a good idea And your posts are evidence enough that it doesn't really make a difference.
Overjoyyed Posted January 5, 2014 Posted January 5, 2014 Wow! Interesting read. It has Billie's essence all over it. Yes he is not the best writer but some quotes are just
Disapperingirl Posted January 5, 2014 Posted January 5, 2014 I loved this article, it may have been edited or not but it sounds genuine, a honest tribute from a true artist that feels a deep bound and respect another artist. Billie Joe already paid a magnificent tribute to the Everly Brothers' music with Foreverly, he succeeded in conveying his passion and personally made me discover not only some music that influenced my favourite band, but also some beautiful music on its own. He did something beautiful to me, and I'm glad to read some nice comments, not just crap about Green Day and politics.
Mar Posted January 5, 2014 Posted January 5, 2014 I just can't see The Wall Street Journal publishing something like this or approaching Billie in the first place but it's cute. It's a shame they never got a chance to pick each others' brains, because there does seem to be a like-minded philosophy when it comes to family.
Hermione Posted January 5, 2014 Posted January 5, 2014 Who cares about the technicalities when he's able to express the importance of music and his respect for an artist in such a passionate and heartfelt way that rings so true? The ability to do that is infinitely more impressive than being good with grammar and punctuation.Loved reading the article, it's a beautiful tribute.
solongfromthestars Posted January 5, 2014 Posted January 5, 2014 Who cares about the technicalities when he's able to express the importance of music and his respect for an artist in such a passionate and heartfelt way that rings so true? The ability to do that is infinitely more impressive than being good with grammar and punctuation. Loved reading the article, it's a beautiful tribute. This. When I saw he'd written something I expected it to be a press release thing that he didn't actually write. It's great that he did take the time to share something so emotional and genuine. I hope he knows that Phil acknowledged the album.
Guest Posted January 5, 2014 Posted January 5, 2014 And your posts are evidence enough that it doesn't really make a difference. Yeah, because posts on an internet forum and an article in The Wall Street Journal are very comparable
WorryRock02 Posted January 5, 2014 Posted January 5, 2014 Amazing article, really!!!! It seems...so....true. And how strange life is? Just two months ago i discovered Everly brothers musiic ( Thankx to Billie and Norah) and now one of them passed way.. What they have done with Foreverly is just so amazing!!! My thought about the haters? I DONT CARE. We've this band...and this amazing music...nothing else matter to me.
AngelBlue_ Posted January 5, 2014 Author Posted January 5, 2014 I loved this part : It was just so different for them being rock and roll stars at the time to then take this turn looking at their family history and singing these songs. It was impressive. He was talking about the Everly Brothers, but this part can be referred to Billie himself...that's what he did with Foreverly..looking back to the past.. making sure these songs won't be forgotten..
AlissaGoesRAWR Posted January 5, 2014 Posted January 5, 2014 Who cares about the technicalities when he's able to express the importance of music and his respect for an artist in such a passionate and heartfelt way that rings so true? The ability to do that is infinitely more impressive than being good with grammar and punctuation. Honestly, this sounds like someone recorded Billie talking and then cobbled it together into an article It's very heart-felt and honest though, I really enjoyed reading it. It really gave me a sense of Billie's connection with and emotional reaction to Mr. Everly, and that's the whole point of it after all, isn't it? What Kay said is basically what I'm saying too. Anyone who is seriously annoyed by us commenting about the technicalities of the article in a joking manner, while still addressing that it's a very heartfelt, cute gesture, needs to seriously get over it. If anything, the fact that it ISN'T written well from an organizational and technicality standpoint shows it's honest and genuine, and it's a tone that speaks true to Billie. He's obviously not a professional writer and he's not expected to be. I was surprised a publication of the WSJ's caliber allowed it to happen. I'm glad they did. It's not like we're just trolling; we're also adding things to the discussion about Billie getting published in the WSJ. (Even saying it just blows my mind, but in a good way.) The lack of organization is extremely evident. Not that it matters in this instance, but it's there. And anyone who says it isn't is lying to themselves.
Z J Posted January 5, 2014 Posted January 5, 2014 Seems to me there must be some sort of grammy tribute performance coming. Knowing the Grammy's.
Heather. Posted January 5, 2014 Posted January 5, 2014 I just can't see The Wall Street Journal publishing something like this or approaching Billie in the first place but it's cute. It's a shame they never got a chance to pick each others' brains, because there does seem to be a like-minded philosophy when it comes to family. Did the WSJ actually publish this, or is it just an online blog? If so does anyone have an actual newspaper scan? Honestly, this sounds like someone recorded Billie talking and then cobbled it together into an article I actually thought that might be a possibility. Like they called him for a quote and he just kept babbling and they said "Can we just publish everything you said?" But I think if that was the case, it would have been better written. What Kay said is basically what I'm saying too. Anyone who is seriously annoyed by us commenting about the technicalities of the article in a joking manner, while still addressing that it's a very heartfelt, cute gesture, needs to seriously get over it. If anything, the fact that it ISN'T written well from an organizational and technicality standpoint shows it's honest and genuine, and it's a tone that speaks true to Billie. He's obviously not a professional writer and he's not expected to be. I was surprised a publication of the WSJ's caliber allowed it to happen. I'm glad they did. It's not like we're just trolling; we're also adding things to the discussion about Billie getting published in the WSJ. (Even saying it just blows my mind, but in a good way.) The lack of organization is extremely evident. Not that it matters in this instance, but it's there. And anyone who says it isn't is lying to themselves. I agree with this and also the idea that it could very well be Billie's grief and not-giving-a-shit how well he writes that makes this article all the more poignant.
American Basket Case Posted January 5, 2014 Posted January 5, 2014 Did the WSJ actually publish this, or is it just an online blog? If so does anyone have an actual newspaper scan? I'm pretty sure the WSJ doesn't publish a physical paper on Sun. However, the link to the article on WSJ's site gives the date as Sat, Jan 4 after 6 PM, which would be after the Sat physical paper had been delivered. I'll recheck Sat's paper to see if it was in there and can also check Mon's physical edition (assuming the paper is delivered as we're supposed to have a snowstorm). If I find it, I'll scan it and post in this thread. And yes, the WSJ does have online content not featured in its physical paper.
AlissaGoesRAWR Posted January 5, 2014 Posted January 5, 2014 I'm pretty sure the WSJ doesn't publish a physical paper on Sun. However, the link to the article on WSJ's site gives the date as Sat, Jan 4 after 6 PM, which would be after the Sat physical paper had been delivered. I'll recheck Sat's paper to see if it was in there and can also check Mon's physical edition (assuming the paper is delivered as we're supposed to have a snowstorm). If I find it, I'll scan it and post in this thread. And yes, the WSJ does have online content not featured in its physical paper. It is in their "blogs" section of the site, which typically implies it's just online, right?
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