Re: Overrated bands/musicians
I wonder if an good definition of overrated is that their music sort of fades away after their initial popularity. If they are a one hit wonder that is one thing but if they get past that then they are "rated." For instance, going back a zillion years, Zager and Evans can't be overrated because they were barely rated. Does their body of work stack up through the years?
Applying that to some people I know--
Michael Jackson--faded a bit, but a 20 year run is a run few can match. NOT overrated.
Phil Collins--Had a good run with Genesis, but faded pretty fast after Tarzan. I'm not sure anyone claims he is a legend, but he was a giant for nearly a decade.
Nirvana--time will tell, but their body of work is widely admired. Not overrated, but could change over time.
Eminem--Early to tell...First white rapper to sustain popularity over several years...again, time will tell.
Hmm...no one is overrated...well, let me jump right into the fire...
The Dead--most ardent fans in the free world. Definite long-term touring success. But broad appeal? Not sure. They don't work for me... I'll say they are somewhat overrated. Shouldn't a popular band have some presence on best selling lists somewhere??
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