Clutch is not metal

Holiday Rambler · Post by **Holiday Rambler** » Thu October 27th, 2005, 9:08 am

But here is my review anyway:

Q: What do me and Clutch have in common?
A: We only show up to work for the paycheck.

I personally feel that this day and age is the absolute nadir of Clutch's live show, and it boggles to me to realize how much of a shell of their former selves they've become. All four (five) of them going through the motions, with a fraction of the balls/chops they used to display. If you enjoy their new album, you'll love this show. If you like stomping your foot to the same beat, you'll love 80% this show. If you were never that interested in Tim playing guitar tastefully, you'll love this show.

Officially the last time I pay to see Clutch.

holly · Post by **holly** » Thu October 27th, 2005, 12:24 pm

Agree.
Borinnnnnnnnnnnnnnng.

Greg · Post by **Greg** » Thu October 27th, 2005, 2:28 pm

I went to the Billy Idol concert instead of this show, so that lets you know where Clutch is in my pantheon of metalness.

Holiday Rambler · Post by **Holiday Rambler** » Thu October 27th, 2005, 2:48 pm

The highlight of the show was me running into (literally) the guy from Local H, who were playing downstairs, in the bathroom.

Yes, the highlight.

donny · Post by **donny** » Thu October 27th, 2005, 4:45 pm

Holiday Rambler wrote:The highlight of the show was me running into (literally) the guy from Local H, who were playing downstairs, in the bathroom.

Yes, the highlight.

from behind?

andyb · Post by **andyb** » Thu October 27th, 2005, 6:18 pm

ive heard them before and was never impressed. i saw them for the first time ever at the "sounds from the underground" show. i was even less impressed. i just dont understand the fanbase they have developed.

Holiday Rambler · Post by **Holiday Rambler** » Fri October 28th, 2005, 8:00 am

andyb wrote:ive heard them before and was never impressed. i saw them for the first time ever at the "sounds from the underground" show. i was even less impressed. i just dont understand the fanbase they have developed.

They really were an interesting, thick band for a few years. Their first (and especially the self-titled album) are still classics in my opinion. They never fit in well with the typical "rock" crowd and weren't heavy enough for the true meathead metal fans. I'd say from 1994-1998, they were fantastic live and on CD.

Now it's just lazy, cheesy jammy fatguy donut-box-backstage, uni-beat go-go addled fluff.

Post by **BlazeTSU** » Fri October 28th, 2005, 8:01 am

i love clutch! but i didn't make it to the show and i wouldn't doubt that they are just shells of their former selfs. they've been around for forever.

necroodin · Post by **necroodin** » Fri October 28th, 2005, 3:36 pm

I saw went to the masq. to see Fu Manchu and someone else, and Clutch was headlining. I've tried to listen to some Clutch at the behest of friends, and I just can't seem to find any reason I should care. They aren't bad or anything, it just wasn't my thing. And no, they are not metal.

LeveLscream · Post by **LeveLscream** » Sun October 30th, 2005, 5:07 pm

I love CLUTCH too. I don't remember anyone saying they were metal.
I thought pitchfork was a damn good CD, they're latest albums were good too. I figured most of you would like pure rock fury since they rag on Fred Durst.

Greg · Post by **Greg** » Sun October 30th, 2005, 6:36 pm

Britney Spears ragged on Fred Durst, do I have to like her music too?

LeveLscream · Post by **LeveLscream** » Sun October 30th, 2005, 7:12 pm

no, I just really thought you would like the way that Neil put it.

When you took the Practice Scholastic Aptitude Test did you know the answers or did you
guess?
You rely on gimmicks to amuse your fans and act all urban to jack up your soundscan,
what's the matter with you?
How come you rhyme monosyllabically, is atrophy shrinking your entire vocabulary?
Your style's like garbage cans, meant to be taken out on a weekly basis
Ever since your first record you've been in a state of suspended animation
You look like Snuffalupagous and australopithecus, me, cray, you, abacus
But enough about you, let's talk about me and how single-handedly I redefined the
science of radio astronomy
Making Noble Prize winners question their notions of reality
Oh but I digress, you always win in Sorry and I always win in chess
go get some percasets
Uh ha ha, ha ha
Careful with that mic Weezie
Do you really think it's that easy?

Anyway CLUTCH rocks. They are turning into a total rock and roll jam band but, they do it well.

DeathfareDevil · Post by **DeathfareDevil** » Sun October 30th, 2005, 11:25 pm

I think Clutch has a unique sound, and a unique musical persona, whatever the hell that even means, but I've never been moved to buy any of their albums.

I have to say, though, those lyrics posted above are great.

Of course Durst is such an easy target.

Matt · Post by **Matt** » Mon October 31st, 2005, 12:15 am

i hate clutch.

LeveLscream · Post by **LeveLscream** » Mon October 31st, 2005, 12:42 am

you would

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