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Originally posted by delobbo I like No Doubt so I was happy about it. aha! I think he worked with Britney Spears too? that I don't care for, but I would never shun him as a person just because he might make a decision I don't agree with. But, of course I wouldn't expect you or anyone else to agree w/ me.

I was actually a big No Doubt fan... I think that's why I disliked it so much heheh

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Originally posted by arecebo I was actually a big No Doubt fan... I think that's why I disliked it so much heheh

you will never forgive him for collaborating with an artist you were a big fan of?

it's just one song man.

i hate No Doubt

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Originally posted by delobbo you will never forgive him for collaborating with an artist you were a big fan of?

The song sucks imo. And it wasn't just one song. I respect a lot of the early stuff he did, but thought he just became a sellout in the late 90s early 00s. Do you guys seriously think the guy is perfect and cannot be criticized?

did you read my earlier post? like, the whole thing?

I'm not a fan of 'Southside' either.

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Originally posted by delobbo did you read my earlier post? like, the whole thing? I'm not a fan of 'Southside' either.

So... why are you being so defensive?

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Originally posted by arecebo So... why are you being so defensive?

you said "It's really hard for me to imagine someone I dislike more than Moby." it just made me wonder why you would dislike him so much.

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Originally posted by delobbo you said "It's really hard for me to imagine someone I dislike more than Moby." it just made me wonder why you would dislike him so much.

IMO he's the original EDM sellout. Guess you can say my dislike started when he publicly bragged about selling every track on "Play" to either an advertiser, film or TV soundtrack. Then he goes on to make a few (imo lackluster) collaborations with the most famous pop stars he can find. If he wants to make money that's fine, but I'm not going to respect him for it when I'm not diggin the music he's makin.

Anyway the thread was about Moby as a DJ and I gave my two cents, which was that he was awesome at DEMF.

Can't disagree with that. but on the other hand, I don't think it's far-fetched to say that any "artist" reaches a certain point in their "art" where they have to ask themselves a question - "why am I doing this?". It becomes a question of time and effort. They have to assess, whether they should continue doing it. Many quit at that point. Maybe most. Some decide, to take a different route, to harness what they've done so far to help them continue with their pursuits - to help them stay motivated - to help them prosper and strive to get even better than they ever thought they would or could. Yes, many times this is what is known as "selling out". And yes, Moby sold out. But do you know what, I can't help but be happy for him. Just like I can't help but be happy for Trent Reznor. They worked for a LONG ASS portion of their lives, doing what they loved to do. And for it to "pay" off in the end, you know what, more power to them. Good for them. And, it makes me feel like they finally got the respect, recognition, and yes, money, they deserved. Because true natural skill is few and far between. And it should be recognized and credited. The end.

has to be on my TOP10 for "fav" moby track


God Moving Over The Face Of The Waters
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=he-r9ZspsEU


EDIT: Let's not forget it was used in what is probably one of the best movies of our time

"HEAT"
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Doyix3dRGb8&feature=related

Re: moby as a dj?

I saw one if his shows back in 2002 and all I can say is, WOW!!!

It wasn't just his DJ set bad ass, he played the keyboard and also an electric guitar and was pretty damn good...

The end of the show was pretty damn intense. I would see him again fo sho

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Originally posted by whupassbeer is he any good as a dj? some friends were telling me he was really good at demf 2008. his commercial music is not really my style, but anyone know about his live sets?

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Originally posted by Dj Spiel has to be on my TOP10 for "fav" moby track God Moving Over The Face Of The Waters http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=he-r9ZspsEU EDIT: Let's not forget it was used in what is probably one of the best movies of our time "HEAT" http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Doyi...feature=related

indeed. that shoot out in downtown LA was epic.

^^Yup, Michael Mann aims high for realness in his films.

Going from Dan Bell to Moby @ DEMF was an experience. A really shit one.

If anyone feels like checking out LA for NYE. Largest 21+ party in the US.