The B-52's and their formative influences!

Foxhound · 08-03-2010, 07:19 PM

Much to my shock, dismay and stunned disbelief, I have today learned that there are those who would unashamedly put forth the proposition that Yoko Ono was a seminal influence behind the formation of the B-52's! Well a pox on them I say! I flatly reject their sordid accusations. This band owes as much to Yoko Ono as the Roman Emperor Trajan owes to Roger Maris:

Comments? Suggestions? Complaints?

**eberg15101** · 08-04-2010, 12:38 AM

I have a few comments for the group... and a question...

What a fun band.. even aside from their hits, I've been listening to a few songs here and there and definitely need to track down a CD I saw in the household CD collection

and What are they up to recently?

**METALPRIEST** · 08-04-2010, 12:58 AM

I hear a bit of Yoko in the B52's...yes Yoko was an influence.

Rock Lobster Alone

Flower · 08-04-2010, 08:46 AM

Originally Posted by eberg15101

I have a few comments for the group... and a question...

What a fun band.. even aside from their hits, I've been listening to a few songs here and there and definitely need to track down a CD I saw in the household CD collection

and What are they up to recently?

Here's their website and they are touring this summer ...

The B-52S - Official Site

**Lord Grendel** · 08-04-2010, 08:50 AM

I don't detect any Yoko influence in the B-52's musically, they sound unique to me and always have.

I have three of their CD's, and when I'm in a party mood they are fun to play.

**METALPRIEST** · 08-04-2010, 09:21 AM

Mainly it's just Rock Lobster ,The Fish noises/sounds (along with the basic melody riff)....I should take a closer listen today or this week.

The spoken exagerrated wordings in places.

Foxhound · 08-04-2010, 10:13 AM

Originally Posted by METALPRIEST

Mainly it's just Rock Lobster ,The Fish noises/sounds....

But the two girls are just so cute when they make those noises and with their frantic dancing in the video!

Foxhound · 08-04-2010, 10:24 AM

Originally Posted by eberg15101

... definitely need to track down a CD I saw in the household CD collection

Which one? The B-52's released six studio LPs and one EP in the 1979-1992 period plus "Funplex" in 2008. This is their first one and the one which contains "Rock Lobster":

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**eberg15101** · 08-04-2010, 12:26 PM

My guess is that it is either the first album or a greatest hits or something.. I'm hoping for the first album

Aktivator · 08-04-2010, 12:53 PM

it happens to be a fact dude look it up.
Nothing wrong with it either early Yoko albums have a punk vibe to them. I happen to like them.

Okay I'll run away before that fox comes running.

**Lord Grendel** · 08-04-2010, 01:38 PM

^^Who are you aiming "Dude" at AK?

I have none of Yoko's albums, and don't intend on adding any of them either.

I love the debut album, it will always be my favorite Rock Lobster is such a great fun song to party to.

Foxhound · 08-04-2010, 01:43 PM

Originally Posted by Aktivator

it happens to be a fact dude look it up.

Paper doesn't refuse ink. The media is therefore free to spread their base accusations as widely as they please. And you know how they lie. Other than FOX News of course.

Aktivator · 08-04-2010, 02:44 PM

Originally Posted by Foxhound

Paper doesn't refuse ink. The media is therefore free to spread their base accusations as widely as they please. And you know how they lie. Other than FOX News of course.

You are aware then that the b52's covered Yoko Ono's "Don't Worry" it was to be on the Whammy! album but they didn't have the rights.

Foxhound · 08-05-2010, 09:44 AM

Originally Posted by eberg15101

My guess is that it is either the first album or a greatest hits or something.. I'm hoping for the first album

Their second one is excellent as well:

Velvetclown · 08-19-2010, 10:33 AM

They are the bomb !