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PrintableCalhounSq said: WatchThemFall said: TTD's new album was released free on the net... Prince should have done that.
A LOT of people said this when WildCard was first released on the web. What I'd like to know is WHY? Why should Prince have released his album for free over the web?? What difference does it make if you ultimately purchase the album anyway? Or did most people simply download WildCard & never bother to support the artist??  The free web release of "Wildcard" is different from the later published versions (see http://www.sanandapromotion.com/, then go to "Wildcard Evolution" Moreover I think he just wanted to share it with his fans who had waited very long for new material because of the troubles with his former record labels. I thought it was a GREAT thing he did. He was showing that he really was serious when he said that the most important thing for an artist is that his music is heard and getting paid is just the 2nd priority  THat's something most artists (including Prince  ) seem to forget these days..With a very special thank you to Tina: Is hammer already absolute, how much some people verändern...ICH hope is never so I will be! And if, then I hope that I would then have wen in my environment who joins me in the A.... | |
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Tom said: I'm a major TTD fan. For the hell of it I picked up Symphony or Damn in 93 cuz it got some good reviews, and I have been floored ever since. His voice is like the ghost of Sam Cooke and his lyrics are profound and beautiful.
Comparison wise I would have to say TTD wins hands down on lyrics. As far as voice goes, Prince doesn't really have that great of a voice but he does do alot of different things with it. As powerful as TTDs voice is, it often sounds the same on all his tracks. There is some great instrumentation on TTDs albums, but I don't know how much of it is him playing, as the liner notes list many musicians, and I have never seen him live. My guess is Prince is still better at playing instruments. I would take TTDs last 3 albums over all of Prince's output in the last 10 years. Releasing more music doesnt necessarily mean its better music. Overall I agree with you. But TTD/Sananda also varies his voice a lot. He plays a lot of the instruments on his records (on some songs he plays all the instruments), though I'm with you that Prince is better at playing instruments. They are both fantastic song writers, IMO TTD/Sananda writes better melodies though. As a singer and lyricist he is way better than Prince IMO and they are both fantastic live performers. Your last statement is also very true. But it's definately not a contest, but not because one is better than the other but as music should be enjoyed and not be compared in some rankings With a very special thank you to Tina: Is hammer already absolute, how much some people verändern...ICH hope is never so I will be! And if, then I hope that I would then have wen in my environment who joins me in the A.... | |
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misschestylarue said: Tom said: I'm a major TTD fan. For the hell of it I picked up Symphony or Damn in 93 cuz it got some good reviews, and I have been floored ever since. His voice is like the ghost of Sam Cooke and his lyrics are profound and beautiful.
Comparison wise I would have to say TTD wins hands down on lyrics. As far as voice goes, Prince doesn't really have that great of a voice but he does do alot of different things with it. As powerful as TTDs voice is, it often sounds the same on all his tracks. There is some great instrumentation on TTDs albums, but I don't know how much of it is him playing, as the liner notes list many musicians, and I have never seen him live. My guess is Prince is still better at playing instruments. I would take TTDs last 3 albums over all of Prince's output in the last 10 years. Releasing more music doesnt necessarily mean its better music. Yeah but what about prince output in the 80's I don't give a damn ttd is not touching that. Prince's output in the 80s is as fantastic as TTD/Sananda's records. They are both incredibly talented artists, Peace With a very special thank you to Tina: Is hammer already absolute, how much some people verändern...ICH hope is never so I will be! And if, then I hope that I would then have wen in my environment who joins me in the A.... | |
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they r both superclass artists.
prince is better playing instruments. they both have their particular and unique musical style, and both have evolved a lot. sananda seems 2 have a very interesting life far from the music business. it seems as if he doesnt care that much about comercial succes and he seems 2 b happy with his life. hes a beautiful person and loves his fans way more than prince does...and his music comes from his very deep inside...wouldnt blame those who dont get his concept..it may b 2 complex 4 the main public prince is more creative, versatil and prolific but i personally get more from terence...way more | |
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Don't forget that TTD drew a lot of inspiration from Prince releasing Lovesexy. He said that Prince influenced him in doing what he wanted rather than the record company, hence Neither Fish Nor flesh. | |
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why do we need to compare them against each other?
terence already has said that prince was a genius and he's proven himself to be super talented himself. here's a better idea... let's compare these 2 great talents to lesser "artists". terence for me has always been strongest at ballads. "vibrator" has some killer songs. "if you go before me", "undeniably". personally i don't see the likeliness in the two. it's like comparing lenny kravitz and terence darby. what, because they're black? terence has to be applauded for not following everyone else and having his own thing happening. even though i think wildcard sucked i continue to support him and buy his releases. sometimes with terence you gotta dig deeper. (not too different from prince i think) | |
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Love TTD, bt he's not in Prince's league IMO. His voice is timeless, but the lyrics can be a bit overthought.
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IAM said: why do we need to compare them against each other?
terence already has said that prince was a genius and he's proven himself to be super talented himself. here's a better idea... let's compare these 2 great talents to lesser "artists". terence for me has always been strongest at ballads. "vibrator" has some killer songs. "if you go before me", "undeniably". personally i don't see the likeliness in the two. it's like comparing lenny kravitz and terence darby. what, because they're black? terence has to be applauded for not following everyone else and having his own thing happening. even though i think wildcard sucked i continue to support him and buy his releases. sometimes with terence you gotta dig deeper. (not too different from prince i think) u have 2 make an effort with "wildcard!"...its like jazz music, it needs a good dose of u | |
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piflacoco said: IAM said: why do we need to compare them against each other?
terence already has said that prince was a genius and he's proven himself to be super talented himself. here's a better idea... let's compare these 2 great talents to lesser "artists". terence for me has always been strongest at ballads. "vibrator" has some killer songs. "if you go before me", "undeniably". personally i don't see the likeliness in the two. it's like comparing lenny kravitz and terence darby. what, because they're black? terence has to be applauded for not following everyone else and having his own thing happening. even though i think wildcard sucked i continue to support him and buy his releases. sometimes with terence you gotta dig deeper. (not too different from prince i think) u have 2 make an effort with "wildcard!"...its like jazz music, it needs a good dose of u you're right i do... i'm going to check out his show at BB KINGS in manhattan on april 3. really looking forward to it | |
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IAM said: piflacoco said: IAM said: why do we need to compare them against each other?
terence already has said that prince was a genius and he's proven himself to be super talented himself. here's a better idea... let's compare these 2 great talents to lesser "artists". terence for me has always been strongest at ballads. "vibrator" has some killer songs. "if you go before me", "undeniably". personally i don't see the likeliness in the two. it's like comparing lenny kravitz and terence darby. what, because they're black? terence has to be applauded for not following everyone else and having his own thing happening. even though i think wildcard sucked i continue to support him and buy his releases. sometimes with terence you gotta dig deeper. (not too different from prince i think) u have 2 make an effort with "wildcard!"...its like jazz music, it needs a good dose of u you're right i do... i'm going to check out his show at BB KINGS in manhattan on april 3. really looking forward to it You really should listen to "Wildcard" again, it took me some time to get into it as well, but now I really love it!!! But unfortunately you will have to wait a little longer to see Sananda live in concert as his US tourdates are postponed to the end of May. As soon as they have it, you can find them on his site http://www.sanandapromotion.com/ With a very special thank you to Tina: Is hammer already absolute, how much some people verändern...ICH hope is never so I will be! And if, then I hope that I would then have wen in my environment who joins me in the A.... | |
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I think TTD in the 90's through Now got it over Prince.but in the 80's Prince easily Blows by Him.Vocals&Lyrics I give to TTD Easily.Instrumentation&Playing I say Prince.Arrangements overall for a Career Prince barely.Live Prince in a Breeze.overall Prince I give the edge to because He didn't get to Full of Himself as a Artist until he was about almost 10 Years deep into the game.TTD talked alot of Smack&came out Huge but didn't stay Focused on Being a Artist&Couldn't adopt to Musical Change.Prince has been able to do that.I think Both are Great Artists though in there Respective Era's but Prince in the 80's easily has the edge over TTD,but TTD had a Chance had He been more Focused.it's Close to Me not only because of TTD's Vocals&Writing Talents but the fact that for Me Prince's 90's Albums through Now are Pretty Good to Just there IMHO while TTD did stay Solid with Albums over the past Decade. mistermaxxx | |
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lessee here...introducing the hardline(ttd's 1st album) vs. sign o the times(prince's 9th album)... both guys are wonderfully talented and can play and write their asses off... so i guess we should compare a few songs from both...
if u all get 2 heaven-beautifully arranged song adressin religon sign o the times-funky lil ditty adressin the year 1987 i'll never turn my back on u-funky 1n about family if i was ur girlfriend/strange relationhsip-brilliantly sequenced sequels about love between boys & girls then men and women... 7 more days-thought provoker about bein free at last i could never take the place of ur man-rock infused story of temtation and judgement lets go 4ward-song about settin a love affair's foundation adore-the personification of the butterfiles every girl&boy has felt at 1n time or another... | |
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TTD is nice, but he ain't no Prince. His whole aura, style, mannerisms all derive from The Man. Period. He couldn't stay with Prince on . . . his . . . best . . . day. Good night, sweet Prince | 7 June 1958 - 21 April 2016
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Serious said: CalhounSq said: WatchThemFall said: TTD's new album was released free on the net... Prince should have done that.
A LOT of people said this when WildCard was first released on the web. What I'd like to know is WHY? Why should Prince have released his album for free over the web?? What difference does it make if you ultimately purchase the album anyway? Or did most people simply download WildCard & never bother to support the artist?? The free web release of "Wildcard" is different from the later published versions (see http://www.sanandapromotion.com/, then go to "Wildcard Evolution" Moreover I think he just wanted to share it with his fans who had waited very long for new material because of the troubles with his former record labels. I thought it was a GREAT thing he did. He was showing that he really was serious when he said that the most important thing for an artist is that his music is heard and getting paid is just the 2nd priority THat's something most artists (including Prince ) seem to forget these days..Okay, it's a "GREAT" thing he (Sananda) did w/ Wildcard (I guess) ... One man decides to give his music away, so now Prince has to do the same?  I don't get it - artists should get paid for their work like anyone else. I don't expect Prince to give an entire album away & I won't hold it against him if he never does. Hooray for Sananda but maybe he should have charged for that download so he could hire a real band to back him on tour...    I never met you, but I LOVE you & I will forever!! Thank you for being YOU - my little Princey, the best to EVER do it | |
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CalhounSq said: Serious said: CalhounSq said: WatchThemFall said: TTD's new album was released free on the net... Prince should have done that.
A LOT of people said this when WildCard was first released on the web. What I'd like to know is WHY? Why should Prince have released his album for free over the web?? What difference does it make if you ultimately purchase the album anyway? Or did most people simply download WildCard & never bother to support the artist?? The free web release of "Wildcard" is different from the later published versions (see http://www.sanandapromotion.com/, then go to "Wildcard Evolution" Moreover I think he just wanted to share it with his fans who had waited very long for new material because of the troubles with his former record labels. I thought it was a GREAT thing he did. He was showing that he really was serious when he said that the most important thing for an artist is that his music is heard and getting paid is just the 2nd priority THat's something most artists (including Prince ) seem to forget these days..Okay, it's a "GREAT" thing he (Sananda) did w/ Wildcard (I guess) ... One man decides to give his music away, so now Prince has to do the same? I don't get it - artists should get paid for their work like anyone else. I don't expect Prince to give an entire album away & I won't hold it against him if he never does. Hooray for Sananda but maybe he should have charged for that download so he could hire a real band to back him on tour... Ouch@proper band. As a TTD follower I wish the whole Wildcard thing was finished with already, the bulk of the tracks date back to like 1998, so while he may of released it's initial version as a free download, he's sure hit collectors in the pocket since with three different tracklists for costly import price CDs. | |
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Serious said: IAM said: piflacoco said: IAM said: why do we need to compare them against each other?
terence already has said that prince was a genius and he's proven himself to be super talented himself. here's a better idea... let's compare these 2 great talents to lesser "artists". terence for me has always been strongest at ballads. "vibrator" has some killer songs. "if you go before me", "undeniably". personally i don't see the likeliness in the two. it's like comparing lenny kravitz and terence darby. what, because they're black? terence has to be applauded for not following everyone else and having his own thing happening. even though i think wildcard sucked i continue to support him and buy his releases. sometimes with terence you gotta dig deeper. (not too different from prince i think) u have 2 make an effort with "wildcard!"...its like jazz music, it needs a good dose of u you're right i do... i'm going to check out his show at BB KINGS in manhattan on april 3. really looking forward to it You really should listen to "Wildcard" again, it took me some time to get into it as well, but now I really love it!!! But unfortunately you will have to wait a little longer to see Sananda live in concert as his US tourdates are postponed to the end of May. As soon as they have it, you can find them on his site http://www.sanandapromotion.com/ i forgot it's rescheduled for may 29. thanx | |
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