Add COUNTRY to Rock Band!

[REAPER1506]

Need Some Country please! A Great example would be Brad Paisley

[Badosh]

Country = Not Rock
so um
no

[Transbrak]

ack i feel sorry for your cousin.....the imbreeds are coming

RUN TO THE HILLSS!!!!!

[pokherphil]

I would put Keith Urban up against any rocker anyday. I would love to see country titles added to rock band.

[sickdaddy]

perhaps in next year's game, Country Band.

you see, this is ROCK band. ;)

[Transbrak]

well as soon as someone makes country band or redneck band then you will be in luck

[battle_axe_of_doom]

the only coutnry that i truly like is willie nelson and he woudl SUCK for this game

[sickdaddy]

I don't mind Willie Nelson. Not many know that his real name was Willie Nillie.

I also don't mind Johnny Cash, among a few others, but not many.

I highly doubt you will see Country music in rock band, due to the overwhelming backlash of putting country in a rock game they would probably receive. The too fan bases don't cross over very much, especially mainstream country.

[Rvdecwthug]

I would not mind seeing some Hank Williams JR like Family Tradition especially when he did it with Kid Rock

[Shayde21]

OOOHH Can we get a Banjo controller too? Maybe a washtub bass?

[sickdaddy]

We should open it up to all genres, not just rock.

I would like to see some Celine Dion, Lawrence Welk, Kenny G., Liberace, Backstreet Boys, and Menudo on the DLC.

[Transbrak]

hehehehe he said menudo

[Runesmith]

Hmm. I don't know. I could definently see them putting some country rock into the game. For instance, I'd love to play The Byrds' Eight Miles High (although this particular song is more psychedelic rock; any other song by the Byrds would be good, though) or even some of Neil Young's country-fied material. But pure, unadulterated country? Most country songs would be too simple to play, even for Rock Band. I'm all for adding diverse genres to RB - funk, motown, blues, especially - but I don't really think country is pretty viable at the moment.

[Jixzer]

Listen to some Brad Paisley and come back and talk. He has some pretty bad ass riffs in his songs. Or, go listen to some of Clint Black's earlier albums with numerous smoking solos and 2 minute closers.

[MrMetts]

Johnny Cash only because he is totally badass.. and maybe Cottoneye Joe by the Rednex which is like Swiss Techno rather than country and I think it'd be alot of fun playin that with some friends. Lol.

Oh and Dueling Banjos.

[BubbaC]

wow.. the ignorance in this thread is epic.

country = not rock? wtf is that? neither are the beastie boys and they are in the game. whats your point? shouldn't take the name of the game o literally. and appreciation
or some respect on some level for different styles of music wouldn't kill ya.

i hate country.. love southern rock, rockabilly, pyschobilly etc.. but country.. not so much

how ever there are some great country "licks" out there that would be fun as hell to play.


also all the people making banjo comments.. 1.) try playing a banjo. they are friggan awesome and great banjo players blow most guitarist out of the water. 2.) banjos are more of a BLUEGRASS instrument not country. i do believe country revolves around acoustic and hollow body guitars..also more western orientated. (texas) wheres as banjos are more southern. (alabama)

[REAPER1506]

I don't mind Willie Nelson. Not many know that his real name was Willie Nillie.

I also don't mind Johnny Cash, among a few others, but not many.

I highly doubt you will see Country music in rock band, due to the overwhelming backlash of putting country in a rock game they would probably receive. The too fan bases don't cross over very much, especially mainstream country.

Alright thats where you are wrong. I love rock and country. I'm not talkin about the depresing stuff that country has but the more up beat country. I said a good artist to put on the game is brad paisley, cuz he is one bad ass guitarist. Of course there are other great country stars but he would be the best right now. It was on CMT 2 days ago where they are trying to get country on RB. If you dont like it than dont download it, its that easy.

[Rev0lver]

whether they have a good "banjoist" or not, it all still sounds like horse ****.

[REAPER1506]

...............b....u....m.....p................

[Transbrak]

yeah she thinks my tractor is sexy....yeah thats good music

honkeytonkbadonkadonk yeah totally want to play that :rolleyes:


remember say no to incest

[starkukraine]

Get some Hank Williams III and ASSJACK!

[CaptainCoins]

remember say no to incest

You do know that there is more incest in the northern states, canada, and foreign countries, than there is in southern states. So what incest has to do with country music confuses me.

[gablemancer]

There are lots of great people who have played country rock. As someone said The Byrds would be great, which did have Gram Parsons in it, who was one of the first country rock pioneers. What about some Alt. Country though? I need my No Depression era fix! Uncle Tupelo, The Jayhawks, or Ryan Adams/Whiskeytown. Another idea for country rock would be to put some Little Feat on there, Willing would be an amazing song to add to Rock Band! Neil Young's another one who's done country-type albums, but also fairly hard rock.

[starkukraine]

What about WEEN?

[Rokkstar]

How about some Sixwire?

[starkukraine]

Ramblin Jack Elliot?
Golden Smog?

[gablemancer]

Ramblin Jack Elliot?
Golden Smog?

If I saw Golden Smog on the Rock Band download list, I might faint! I think we need some Son Volt though boys and girls.

[Rokkstar]

Not a fan of Elliot's because I've never heard it lol.

[onemadbeastie]

wow.. the ignorance in this thread is epic.

country = not rock? wtf is that? neither are the beastie boys and they are in the game.

The beasties = punk, rock, hip hop, and yes they have even done country :D

I agree though I think there are many different songs from different genres you can "rock out" to - so would it not be appropriate to have them in Rock Band? (hypothetical)

[REAPER1506]

Even Kid Rock and Bon Jovi are in to country now. Whats so damn bad about country being on Rock Band?

[cmb7869]

I heard on CMT that they were asking for suggestions for an expansion to Rock Band. So I guess 1/2 of the people here will buy and half will hate it!

[CaptainCoins]

I guess it basically all depends on WHAT country is put in. Some songs that are in the country genre has a more rock beat to it. If it has some awesome guitar, drums, and lyrics then sure, but I'm pretty confident that no one here wants to hit 3 notes in a slow pace, and sing about thier wife leaving them, their dog dies, they lost thier power, the truck was totaled, and now they are drunk which is what a lot of country music is now. Country music can work, in GH3 they have The Devil Went Down To Georgia, which is a country song, and it just happens to be the Hardest song on GH3.

[Black_Heaven]

OK, lets add some country, but it has to rock.

You don't have to be rock'n'roll in order to rock, but for the most part the country I've had to listen to growing up and anytime I ride with my mother does not do so. And in my opinion the country music that does rock is barely country music any more, it's left the country and visited the city to rock. You may not like it but it's just how it is, country doesn't rock, the typical thought people have when they think of country music is that of inbred, ignorant rednecks. And the only rock'n'roll we "rednecks" like is hair metal from the 80's and Lynyrd Skynyrd & AC/DC as far as they are concerned. I don't like that any more than any other southerner, but it's how the general population of America and the world thinks of the southern states of the US. You've got to roll with the punches and not let it bother ya.

I don't mind country music in Rock Band, as long as it actually rocks. And don't give me any of that typical mellow, laid back and/or just having a good time country sound, especially any of that new sh!t they try to pass off as country these days, it doesn't cut it. But I'll repeat it one final time, it has to ROCK!

[ndviper]

ROCK BAND, (ROCK) = can mean to rock out, jam not necessarily just ROCK music.
Put some Garth Brooks, Keith Urban, so on!!!!

[Masuyo]

Johnny cash would be okay... but that's about it. I hate redneck music :mad:

[REAPER1506]

.....b.u.m.p........

[skinsfn36]

brad paisley would kick the **** our of most modern rock guitarists

[Transbrak]

brad paisley would kick the **** our of most modern rock guitarists

yeah in a wife beating contest

[REAPER1506]

yeah brad paisley is awesome guitarist

[turnthree]

I've seen Keith Urban in concert several times (twice last week) and have been blown away every time. I'd love to see some Keith Urban and Brad Paisley dlc's.

[turnthree]

A question to everybody that hates country.

What do you consider good music?

[pokherphil]

I seen Keith Urban in concert several times (twice last week) and have been blown away every time. I'd love to see some Keith Urban and Brad Paisley dlc's.

I have also seen him twice in concert and I think he's the best. Country music would be much more enjoyable to sing along with than that rock music where you can't even understand what the hell they are saying.

[sickdaddy]

I have to question why you bought rockband with all their crazy lyrics you can't understand them.

[Havick]

Rock is good Contry is good but it depends on wich country artist you liten to 1 bad country artist can throw someone off it if its the first one they heard, but Country isnt what people think of it right now as the "depressing" stuff that Country Blues not to be mixed up with Country its a sub genra of Country.
Actualy the Eagles are a Country band more kown as Country Rock. and FYI any song with acoustics as the main sound and that you can 2 step to is country but not every song with acustics is country

[swamy72]

brad paisley would kick the **** our of most modern rock guitarists

Totally agree. I would think that he'd be in the top 10-15 guitarists of the world. Would love to have his stuff as dlc.

I'm a dj. I like it all. Hell, put some Mozart. Actually, I would like some finger 11 paralyzer, but that's OT :)



PSN: swamy72

[REAPER1506]

Totally agree. I would think that he'd be in the top 10-15 guitarists of the world. Would love to have his stuff as dlc.

I'm a dj. I like it all. Hell, put some Mozart. Actually, I would like some finger 11 paralyzer, but that's OT :)



PSN: swamy72


Yes finally somebody who agrees. On top ofthe guitar he is male vocalist of the year.

[Transbrak]

Rock is good Contry is good but it depends on wich country artist you liten to 1 bad country artist can throw someone off it if its the first one they heard, but Country isnt what people think of it right now as the "depressing" stuff that Country Blues not to be mixed up with Country its a sub genra of Country.
Actualy the Eagles are a Country band more kown as Country Rock. and FYI any song with acoustics as the main sound and that you can 2 step to is country but not every song with acustics is country

first of all learn to spell

second of all what?? all acoustic is country and then all acoustic is not??

[cmb7869]

Anyone have a Brad Paisley song they would like to see?

I like:

Me Neither

Online

I think country might be better to sing!

[joedobs]

I beleive country music is one of the worst types of music ever created!!!! I also think that a lot of people disagree with me and would like to have the choice to download it. So put some on there. I don't have to buy it.

[defmonkey]

OOOHH Can we get a Banjo controller too? Maybe a washtub bass?


I love that sarcasm :p

If any country would be added to DLC (And I'm not much of a country fan. I loathe most new country and only like some older country) it would be Johnny Cash.

Put Folsom Prison Blues for DLC and I'll be happy.

[REAPER1506]

Anyone have a Brad Paisley song they would like to see?

I like:

Me Neither

Online

I think country might be better to sing!

Those and:

Ticks

Shes Everything

[Vengeance]

Its called Rockband not Countryband so that means country is not allowed.anyways most country music sucks

[firefighter_320]

wow.. the ignorance in this thread is epic.

country = not rock? wtf is that? neither are the beastie boys and they are in the game. whats your point? shouldn't take the name of the game o literally. and appreciation
or some respect on some level for different styles of music wouldn't kill ya.

i hate country.. love southern rock, rockabilly, pyschobilly etc.. but country.. not so much

how ever there are some great country "licks" out there that would be fun as hell to play.


also all the people making banjo comments.. 1.) try playing a banjo. they are friggan awesome and great banjo players blow most guitarist out of the water. 2.) banjos are more of a BLUEGRASS instrument not country. i do believe country revolves around acoustic and hollow body guitars..also more western orientated. (texas) wheres as banjos are more southern. (alabama)

im starting to think that the inbreding is not in the country side anymore lol and bubbaC just told you all lol but im with you bubba its ot E-Z to play a banjo

[firefighter_320]

the bigist concert thats in the US is country concert its in fortlarmy ohio and its a 7 day country bash i dont see no rock concerts that big so bring on the rock a billy i belive thare is more rocka billy out thare than rock thare is no more just rock its all forms of rock and country look at the back grownds of the new age rock stars the parents are country



o and buy the way if it wasent for the country pepole you would have no food dont for git that so give it a chance you might like it after all you like eating the food we rase:p

[turnthree]

Its called Rockband not Countryband so that means country is not allowed.anyways most country music sucks

Then I guess they should take out all the Punk and Emo.

[firefighter_320]

the bigist concert thats in the US is country concert its in fortlarmy ohio and its a 7 day country bash i dont see no rock concerts that big so bring on the rock a billy i belive thare is more rocka billy out thare than rock thare is no more just rock its all forms of rock and country look at the back grownds of the new age rock stars the parents are country



o and buy the way if it wasent for the country pepole you would have no food dont for git that so give it a chance you might like it after all you like eating the food we rase:p

the bigist concert thats in the US is country concert its in fortlarmy ohio and its a 7 day country bash i dont see no rock concerts that big so bring on the rock a billy i belive thare is more rocka billy out thare than rock thare is no more just rock its all forms of rock and country look at the back grownds of the new age rock stars the parents are country



o and buy the way if it wasent for the country pepole you would have no food dont for git that so give it a chance you might like it after all you like eating the food we rase

[darien87]

the bigist concert thats in the US is country concert its in fortlarmy ohio and its a 7 day country bash i dont see no rock concerts that big so bring on the rock a billy i belive thare is more rocka billy out thare than rock thare is no more just rock its all forms of rock and country look at the back grownds of the new age rock stars the parents are country



o and buy the way if it wasent for the country pepole you would have no food dont for git that so give it a chance you might like it after all you like eating the food we rase

Dude, it's called punctuation. Look into it.

Sorry, but country sucks.

[Black_Heaven]

Actually it's all forms of Blues.

Rock nor country is what most of modern music is based off of. Both rock and country are based off of the blues. Sh!t, your only fooling yourself if you think the white man didn't steal the blues from the black man and make it his own.

Now that's what would awesome, some blues music in rock band. Some B.B. King would fit right in if the right songs are chose.

[firefighter_320]

the bigist concert thats in the US is country concert its in fortlarmy ohio and its a 7 day country bash i dont see no rock concerts that big so bring on the rock a billy i belive thare is more rocka billy out thare than rock thare is no more just rock its all forms of rock and country look at the back grownds of the new age rock stars the parents are country



o and buy the way if it wasent for the country pepole you would have no food dont for git that so give it a chance you might like it after all you like eating the food we rase


Actually it's all forms of Blues.

Rock nor country is what most of modern music is based off of. Both rock and country are based off of the blues. Sh!t, your only fooling yourself if you think the white man didn't steal the blues from the black man and make it his own.

Now that's what would awesome, some blues music in rock band. Some B.B. King would fit right in if the right songs are chose.



i do agree with you

[Eastwood]

All this music that we argue over was based off the blues, as mentioned before. Those with the arguement of "its teh rock band, not cun<asd>try bandz!!" must not really listen to Maps when they play it. If Maps can be in Rock Band, then so can Save a Horse, Ride a Cowboy.

[Incoment Troll]

I think all music should be allowed because you can rock out to anything..... You ever listen to some of those vicious choirs or worship bands now thats rocking out!

[blue_dragonzero]

Highwaymen would rock.

[monstrado]

the bigist concert thats in the US is country concert its in fortlarmy ohio and its a 7 day country bash i dont see no rock concerts that big so bring on the rock a billy i belive thare is more rocka billy out thare than rock thare is no more just rock its all forms of rock and country look at the back grownds of the new age rock stars the parents are country



o and buy the way if it wasent for the country pepole you would have no food dont for git that so give it a chance you might like it after all you like eating the food we rase:p


YOU FAIL AT ENGLISH

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[Rocker2]

Cotton Eye Joe would be fun I call fiddle in Country Band lol

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ddgyg_5FF_0&feature=related

[Elnino]

Need Some Country please! A Great example would be Brad Paisley

ROCK Band.....

[JoshuaB81285]

I don't think it'd be too far-fetched if they ever did add some country DLC...after all, Harmonix did do CMT Karaoke Revolution.

[Sons_of_Kyuss]

Johnny Cash, and that is it. Rockabilly, but no country.

[firefighter_320]

YOU FAIL AT ENGLISH

http://strix.org.uk/downloads/files/width400/lolz-you-fail.jpg


Country is my favorite. :) If I can't say anything nice, I shouldn't say anything at all.

[Eastwood]

Country is my favorite. :) If I can't say anything nice, I shouldn't say anything at all.

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[Apples]

Folks, it is quite alright to engage in debate regarding musical tastes. But it must remain civil.

Getting people to agree on music is like getting people to agree on a favorite ice cream flavor, (ie: impossible) so please voice any disagreement in a non-offensive manner.

[turnthree]

Folks, it is quite alright to engage in debate regarding musical tastes. But it must remain civil.

Getting people to agree on music is like getting people to agree on a favorite ice cream flavor, (ie: impossible) so please voice any disagreement in a non-offensive manner.

Thank You.

[Schnozberry]

Need Some Country please! A Great example would be Brad Paisley

GAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAY.

[Eastwood]

GAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAY.

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[darknessmoon]

Folks, it is quite alright to engage in debate regarding musical tastes. But it must remain civil.

Getting people to agree on music is like getting people to agree on a favorite ice cream flavor, (ie: impossible) so please voice any disagreement in a non-offensive manner.

I agree. In a perfect world, that would happen. But, the thing about "teh internets" is that, since everybody can hide behind a computer screen, many people will say whatever they want, regardless of how stupid or offensive it may be. Sad, but true...

[RHardin]

The guitar in some country songs would make it cool. I would honestly have to turn the vocal track off on all of them, but the MUSIC would be fun!

[Drunk_Sailor83]

I don't think there should be any country in Rock Band but if they came out with Country Band or something like that, i would buy it in a heartbeat. My wife and I were just talking about that last night and I wouldn't be surprised if something country-esque is in the works right now.

[Shayde21]

Even Kid Rock and Bon Jovi are in to country now. Whats so damn bad about country being on Rock Band?

The music is.... damn bad.

[blue_dragonzero]

The music is.... damn bad.

The NEW music is bad. Most of us want the very old stuff.

[Eastwood]

The NEW music is bad. Most of us want the very old stuff.

I'd rock out to Hank Williams

[theSurfbum1]

the only good country is old stuuf from the 50s and 60s and they get annoying after a while.

[REAPER1506]

.....b...u....m....p........

[Kungen]

Cmon, Alabama, Big and Rich, Diamong Rio... There are lots of Country Artists that are more rock than country. Some damn good bands too! They could have a lot of fun with this if they picked the right ones. Also, a lot of old rock fans listen to country now because the new rock stuff sucks.

[Stolen Virtue]

Umm, OK with me but you may need to use a different forum. And please don't include it on the game or Rock /Country Band II. Harmonix would probably score some serios cash if it released a few country songs.

[REAPER1506]

Yes Harmonix would make tons of money on country and better rock.

[Transbrak]

a ton of money from who, just look at the forum there is ONE thread and if you look back you have to keep bumping it

even the crappy emo music kids have a ton of threads

[REAPER1506]

adding country to rock band is getting promoted on CMT, which is a huge network. This is a cool azz game and adding some good country music 2 it would make it better.

[Jixzer]

Much to the chagrin of a lot of you...I think country in Rock Band is inevitable based on this web site: http://www.cmt.com/games/info/rockband/

Or...maybe I'm just being too optimistic. :)

Pay particular attention to the last line of the last paragraph on the bottom left of the page.

[REAPER1506]

There u go, now whats up? Looks like I'm not the only one wanting this, and this proves that CMT is in on this.

[juggalo_vampire]

i think some country would be cool Brad Paisley, Kenny Chesney, Big and Rich they all have some good songs with some good riffs, good solos, good vocals, and ok drums. i think the drums would only be good for like metal songs but if you don't like the songs just don't download them there is a few songs for download that i think suck so i just won't download it and i think changing genres through a world tour would be kool

[MuyMacho]

Calling a game 'Rock Band' shouldn't limit it to only 'rock,' that's only a name for a product. The technology and peripherals are easily transposed to many styles of music and you're hung up on words if you think it can't be for "country" or anything other than 'rock.'

I personally don't feel the real need to play country songs, but I think it's a great idea as I think this platform/game has room to grow to a point where there are multiple downloadable releases every week for all styles of music, and one person won't even notice if some of the releases aren't to their liking because they're fixated on the metal releases, while someone like this would go straight for the country songs.

I want to see some reggae, actually.

[Transbrak]

its funny really, they will try it and considering the user base of rock band it will fail because no one will buy it so enjoy those first few songs that come out i have a feeling there wont be many more

[senomar]

The day we see Kenny Chesney and Toby Keith DLC before we see Muse or *insert popular band* DLC, will be the day we see flying pigs and a non-arrogant Oprah.

[JT138]

Well said people against Country band again this is RockBand No banjo just hardcore rock electric guitar and steel drums.:eek::eek::eek::eek:

[JT138]

The day we see Kenny Chesney and Toby Keith DLC before we see Muse or AC/DC DLC, will be the day we see flying pigs and a non-arrogant Oprah.

It's ROCK on not aboungady boing here she comes around the hills, Country.

[senomar]

It's ROCK on not aboungady boing here she comes around the hills, Country.
I think you misunderstood my post....

I despise country more than almost any other genre known to man.

[johnnykill]

wait a second why would you add country to rock band. LOL who would play it there isnt enough room for the instruments in their trailers

[JT138]

I was talking to the Country wanting people not you, senomar sorry about that.

[Jixzer]

I just want to state up front that this is not directed toward those who have stated that they do not like country music, but understand that it could work in RB. To you, I have the upmost respect. To the rest of you…pay attention.

You people seriously underestimate the size and influence of the country music fan base. Artists such as Kenny Chesney, Keith Urban, Brad Paisley, Toby Keith, George Strait, and Carrie Underwood, and many others out sell most metal and rock bands in both CD and ticket sales.

Second, most of the "trailer trash" I see and know listen to rock. Most (not all) country fans are some of the most hard working, patriotic, and believe it or not, educated people you will ever meet, not to mention, much more polite and well mannered than you and your ilk. The real problem is that you are too stupid, ignorant, or indifferent to understand what good quality music really is. That’s not to say what you listen to is garbage, it’s not. Rock, Metal, Grunge, Emo, Ska, R&B, or whatever all have their place.

Face it, most of you bash country because if you even hinted that you liked country, you would be ostracized by your so called buddies for being less cool then they are, and your fragile little ego just couldn't handle you making your own decision....you sheep. Introspect and assess yourself honestly, if you can.

That's not a bash on Rock as I listen to that as well. I just find it funny. If you truly don’t like a particular genre of music, fine…but keep your ill-bred and superfluous bloviating to yourself.

[usty]

I just want to state up front that this is not directed toward those who have stated that they do not like country music, but understand that it could work in RB. To you, I have the upmost respect. To the rest of you…pay attention.

You people seriously underestimate the size and influence of the country music fan base. Artists such as Kenny Chesney, Keith Urban, Brad Paisley, Toby Keith, George Strait, and Carrie Underwood, and many others out sell most metal and rock bands in both CD and ticket sales.

Second, most of the "trailer trash" I see and know listen to rock. Most (not all) country fans are some of the most hard working, patriotic, and believe it or not, educated people you will ever meet, not to mention, much more polite and well mannered than you and your ilk. The real problem is that you are too stupid, ignorant, or indifferent to understand what good quality music really is. That’s not to say what you listen to is garbage, it’s not. Rock, Metal, Grunge, Emo, Ska, R&B, or whatever all have their place.

Face it, most of you bash country because if you even hinted that you liked country, you would be ostracized by your so called buddies for being less cool then they are, and your fragile little ego just couldn't handle you making your own decision....you sheep. Introspect and assess yourself honestly, if you can.

That's not a bash on Rock as I listen to that as well. I just find it funny. If you truly don’t like a particular genre of music, fine…but keep your ill-bred and superfluous bloviating to yourself.



Well said. I hope they put all types of music in this game. Some of you should actually maybe listen to a new country song or two before you sit there and rip on it. Country has many of the same vibes as classic rock now, sometimes the only difference you can hear are (sometimes) the pedal steel and southern accents. I would love to have country in this game and I live on the Jersey shore, no trailer for me.

I'd love to hear Kenny Chesney, Brad Paisley, Big and Rich, Keith Urban and Brooks and Dunn. Old school like Johnny Cash would be good too.

Oh yeah, and Garth Brooks - The Thunder Rolls would be a whole lot of fun to play.

[q445187]

There are some fun uptempo (even rockin') country songs that would work...

[UkuleleSHIMA]

I'll take some country! Forget the haters. put it as a download pack, than all that want it can have it. Rascal Flatts is just as much Rock as the Killers or Fall Out Boy and they made it in. You know country rock has just as much a place in there as blues does on guitar hero. Don't be rock snobs y'all.

[BevoTheWarrior]

I'd buy some country - depending on the songs. That's the whole point of DLC. I don't understand all the complaining in this thread. Seriously, if you don't want country then don't buy it. Why have such a strong opposition to the rest of us getting something a little different just because you don't like it?

[Thats_Bull]

I don't know if saying Country does not = Rock but...
One or two songs might be o.k., but I really feel like country songs are not written for the whole band. They are written by the singer, for the singer, and the other band members are considered lucky if they get to play along. Maybe some of these songs are nice to listen to outside of the game, but if they were to be put into the game, they would not be as great.
Although I respect your opinion of liking country music, I really don't see how the majority of the songs would be good for a whole band to play and have fun.

[Jixzer]

I don't know if saying Country does not = Rock but...
One or two songs might be o.k., but I really feel like country songs are not written for the whole band. They are written by the singer, for the singer, and the other band members are considered lucky if they get to play along. Maybe some of these songs are nice to listen to outside of the game, but if they were to be put into the game, they would not be as great.
Although I respect your opinion of liking country music, I really don't see how the majority of the songs would be good for a whole band to play and have fun.

Entirely untrue. Sit back and actually listen to the songs. A large number of country songs have a LOT going on in the background. I'm assuming that you are not an avid listener of country (if that assessment is wrong, I apologize in advance). If that is the case, you really don't have the knowledge base to make that sort of assumption.

[Thats_Bull]

Hmmmmmmmmmm.... I went and listened to more country as you suggested, Jixzer, and I will take back some of what I said, but most certainly not all of it. Unfortunately, there is not much going on in the background in an awful lot of songs. You even said it yourself: "in the background." The songs are still mostly based on the vocals, which are sometimes pointless because they just sound like mumbling to me.
On the flip-side... There were a few decent songs that I could see on Rock Band, and I can see what you are getting at when you say that you want them in Rock Band. I cannot personally advocate them, because I dislike them, but I will not say that they "should not" be in Rock Band. Nothing "should not" be in Rock Band. I would not complain if Harmonix came out with a Country Pack or two... I would just not download them. But I'm sure there are many people who would, and If Harmonix released DLC of this caliber, maybe some new people would be drawn to Rock Band who could barely look at it because of the tracks.
I guess I am just rambling now, so I will stop. Main Point: Country does not = Rock, but Country songs in Rock Band does not = a bad idea (entirely).

[MagMan68Classic]

lol, "I don't think so Tim"

[Jixzer]

Thats_Bull,

Finally nice to hear a more objective view from a non-listener. I will admit, there are a lot of songs that just would not work (probably most), but there a lot of songs that would. There are thousands of choices out there and I would be happy with two maybe three DLC packs.

Thanks again for keeping an open mind.

[King_Jackalope]

The cool thing about DLC is that if you don't like it you don't have to download it. But it would be nice to have a choice and I think there is some country out there that would really be fun to play.

[JoshuaB81285]

I'd buy "Ticks" by Brad Paisley in a heartbeat...

[PacoL250]

I'd buy some country - depending on the songs. That's the whole point of DLC. I don't understand all the complaining in this thread. Seriously, if you don't want country then don't buy it. Why have such a strong opposition to the rest of us getting something a little different just because you don't like it?

Well said. :)

Personally, I am not one that listens to country much, but I'm with Jixzer on this one; as in I'm sure there are some songs that could work and some songs that simply would not.

Also, like Thats_Bull mentioned, I'm pretty sure a "Country Pack" or few might get others who aren't necessarily completely attracted by the game into it.

Heck, that's coming from me who wasn't planning on getting RB at all. I picked up just the game and have been playing on guitar and vocals ever since (with the occasional XBL). Sadly for GH II and GH III, they've been sitting idle; however all that is besides the point, hehe. :)

I'd say why not? Heck, I'd preview the songs at least and download 'em if I liked 'em and/or felt they'd be fun to play/sing.

[REAPER1506]

wait a second why would you add country to rock band. LOL who would play it there isnt enough room for the instruments in their trailers

How does country, rock, rap, or any of the other types of music determine where u live. It has nothing to do with it, just some people cant afford anything else. Not everybody can have everything, and be spoiled by there parents. Bad mouthing people who live in trailers is dis-respectfull, and has nothing to do with RB.

[REAPER1506]

Entirely untrue. Sit back and actually listen to the songs. A large number of country songs have a LOT going on in the background. I'm assuming that you are not an avid listener of country (if that assessment is wrong, I apologize in advance). If that is the case, you really don't have the knowledge base to make that sort of assumption.

Yeah I agree. Most country rocks more than rock does, and sounds better

[Rokkstar]

Nothing can rock more than rock can.

[supergnome]

"sweet home Alabama" would be the closest song you can get. This is ROCK band by the way.

[REAPER1506]

Yeah I figured that out already, but thanks for reminding me bud. It doesnt matter, and has nothing to do with MOST country rocks more than MOST new rock, and some old rock. I'm not hating on rock cause I love good rock 2. Like guns and roses, Def Leapard, Boston, Poison, Motley crue, bon jovi, (Wanted dead or a live) which happens to be the best song right now on RB. Most of that **** they have on RB now just sucks and they need some good country that rocks and is good for drums, guitar, bass, and vocals.

[jason76z]

I think artists such as Shooter Jennings, Keith Urban, Big & Rich, and Brad Paisley are all viable in Rock Band because they all may be country artists but they grew up listening to rock and infuse their own music with those rock roots. Just listen to a Steady at the Wheel by Shooter Jennings and tell me that you wouldn't have a good time rocking out to that on Rock Band.

[Transbrak]

Yeah I agree. Most country rocks more than rock does, and sounds better

wow i never though this thread could be more wrong, but then i read that.

[Thats_Bull]

I think that people need to actually read earlier posts before posting in this thread. I am feeling a lot of bad vibes coming from narrow minded people. Like many people have said, all over these forums, if you don't like it, you don't have to buy it... so what is the big deal? I personally don't like country, but that doesn't mean that it is h**l on earth and that every thing country is the spawn of the devil. Unfortunately, some people seem to think country is.

However, I don't think that the Country folk should fight back - why would you stoop to their level? I don't think you can say that country rocks more than rock does, but you can say it sounds better. Your opinion is your own, but don't start trying to manipulate words to get your point across. Just ignore the flamers and continue to advocate a Country Pack in Rock Band.

I feel that what Rock Band needs for DLC are songs that are good for every instrument. Some country has this, and if rock-lovers (like myself) listened to some snippets of it (which I actually did), they would find that Country music does have some hidden gems. On the flip-side, some rock music is not good on all instruments - maybe just guitar or drums, and rarely, which many rockers seem to hate (perhaps because it resembles some country music) vocals. Think about this when you put down somebody else's opinion.

[Jixzer]

Thats_bull,

I need to buy you a beer!

[PacoL250]

Thats_bull,

I need to buy you a beer!

I second that notion. :D

However, we will have to check IDs ;)

[REAPER1506]

I think that people need to actually read earlier posts before posting in this thread. I am feeling a lot of bad vibes coming from narrow minded people. Like many people have said, all over these forums, if you don't like it, you don't have to buy it... so what is the big deal? I personally don't like country, but that doesn't mean that it is h**l on earth and that every thing country is the spawn of the devil. Unfortunately, some people seem to think country is.

However, I don't think that the Country folk should fight back - why would you stoop to their level? I don't think you can say that country rocks more than rock does, but you can say it sounds better. Your opinion is your own, but don't start trying to manipulate words to get your point across. Just ignore the flamers and continue to advocate a Country Pack in Rock Band.

I feel that what Rock Band needs for DLC are songs that are good for every instrument. Some country has this, and if rock-lovers (like myself) listened to some snippets of it (which I actually did), they would find that Country music does have some hidden gems. On the flip-side, some rock music is not good on all instruments - maybe just guitar or drums, and rarely, which many rockers seem to hate (perhaps because it resembles some country music) vocals. Think about this when you put down somebody else's opinion.



Thank u somebody has a head on there sholders, and has an open mind. Some other good songs for RB would be: Jason Aldean- Jonny Cash, Eric Church- Pledge Allegiance To The Hag.

[REAPER1506]

......b......u......m......p........

[Transbrak]

......b......u......m......p........

again how many times have you had to bump this thread .....way too many

[cmckay1]

I could use some country in rock band if only for it to get my girlfriend to want to play more

[mlbguru8]

I think artists such as Shooter Jennings, Keith Urban, Big & Rich, and Brad Paisley are all viable in Rock Band because they all may be country artists but they grew up listening to rock and infuse their own music with those rock roots. Just listen to a Steady at the Wheel by Shooter Jennings and tell me that you wouldn't have a good time rocking out to that on Rock Band.

I think Keith Urband songs would floor most RB shreders... from reading all of these anti-country in "rock" band I venture to guess no one has been to a Keith Urban concert.. I got the chance to see him in concert 4 times this year and his songs would be perfect for this game. I would be all of them would fall into the more difficult groups too.

Perfect for all the instruments! Bring on the country!:cool:

[Eastwood]

Plus there is always Hank III

[usty]

again how many times have you had to bump this thread .....way too many

I'd rather him bump this thread to keep all the people who want country localized instead of 97of the same, didn't search first, threads about **insert band here***


You have way too much time on your hands if you have to post in this thread every time he does it. We get it, you don't like country. Move the hell along.

[Scarlet_Fire]

i think some highwaymen would kick ass, i mean who can go wrong with Waylon Jennings, Johnny Cash and Willie Nelson. that would kick ass. maybe folsom prison blues by JC.

[Transbrak]

I'd rather him bump this thread to keep all the people who want country localized instead of 97of the same, didn't search first, threads about **insert band here***


You have way too much time on your hands if you have to post in this thread every time he does it. We get it, you don't like country. Move the hell along.

there wouldnt be 97 threads about country because there are only a handful of people that want it

ill move the hell along when you shut the hell up hows that.

[JT138]

wow i never though this thread could be more wrong, but then i read that.You're completely right that comment "Country rocks more then rock does " is completely wrong and well unnaturally stupid.

[usty]

there wouldnt be 97 threads about country because there are only a handful of people that want it

ill move the hell along when you shut the hell up hows that.

I love how you absolutely know that there's only a "handful" of people that want it. That's just made up. You have 0 idea or evidence of how a country pack of DLC would sell. No one does until they release one.

The only thing one could look at right now would be album sales, and if you do that I'd say a country pack would sell pretty friggin well as country constantly provides some of the highest selling albums each year. There's bound to be some crossover into this game.

But who gives a crap how much it sells...I don't make money off Harmonix and EA selling 9billion DLC packs. I would just like to play more of my favorite music in the game, much as I'm sure you would.

I don't understand why people are so against other forms of music coming in as DLC. If you don't like it, don't buy it. It's a pretty simple concept. I don't like Queens of the Stone Age or Bowie, so I didn't buy the songs. I do like Fortunate Son...hence they got my 1.99 for that song. I didn't come on here complaining that Bowie sucks or metal sucks or you're an idiot for liking this song or that one. To each his own on musical preference, but to constantly crap on this thread being bumped because someone wants to see how many people would go, "you know what, I would like some country in the game..." is just dumb to me.

[swamy72]

I love how you absolutely know that there's only a "handful" of people that want it. That's just made up. You have 0 idea or evidence of how a country pack of DLC would sell. No one does until they release one.

The only thing one could look at right now would be album sales, and if you do that I'd say a country pack would sell pretty friggin well as country constantly provides some of the highest selling albums each year. There's bound to be some crossover into this game.

But who gives a crap how much it sells...I don't make money off Harmonix and EA selling 9billion DLC packs. I would just like to play more of my favorite music in the game, much as I'm sure you would.

I don't understand why people are so against other forms of music coming in as DLC. If you don't like it, don't buy it. It's a pretty simple concept. I don't like Queens of the Stone Age or Bowie, so I didn't buy the songs. I do like Fortunate Son...hence they got my 1.99 for that song. I didn't come on here complaining that Bowie sucks or metal sucks or you're an idiot for liking this song or that one. To each his own on musical preference, but to constantly crap on this thread being bumped because someone wants to see how many people would go, "you know what, I would like some country in the game..." is just dumb to me.



That is the best post i've read in days!

[Renegade1007]

We should open it up to all genres, not just rock.

I would like to see some Celine Dion, Lawrence Welk, Kenny G., Liberace, Backstreet Boys, and Menudo on the DLC.

Ewww...Kenny G....I would take my real sax and my real sax playing over his horrible tone anyday

[HMXJohnlok]

there wouldnt be 97 threads about country because there are only a handful of people that want it

ill move the hell along when you shut the hell up hows that.

Enjoy your vacation. I advise people to read Sean's sticky: "chill."

[Krymore]

What's the first word in the title of this game? Is it "Country"? I don't think so...

[teh_roc]

Ill support Hank Williams Jr in RB maybe...maybe some Willie Nelson.

[HMXJohnlok]

What's the first word in the title of this game? Is it "Country"? I don't think so...

I would consider Green Grass and High Tides country. And it's in Rock Band. I fail to see your point.

[Renegade1007]

I would consider Green Grass and High Tides country. And it's in Rock Band. I fail to see your point.

Besides....A lot of Modern Country is a Rock/Country Cross Breed

[deadlywhentaken]

i would be fine with some country, i dont have to buy it, i probably would. But it would have to not involve, a dog, a tractor, a truct, or an ex wife. I think the guys at harmonix need to start adding new genres so everyone can get a little of what they want.

[Renegade1007]

i would be fine with some country, i dont have to buy it, i probably would. But it would have to not involve, a dog, a tractor, a truct, or an ex wife. I think the guys at harmonix need to start adding new genres so everyone can get a little of what they want.


I also think that we need some more slow songs and other genres such as Country would fill that need, imo

[swamy72]

Bumpage for the country

[rdblackb]

Everyone always bashes the Country music addition saying "This is Rock Band, not Country band", and I think that's absurd! If you folks would widen your music genre, you would see there many great country bands and artists that would work perfectly in this game. If you feel like the artists below wouldn't be good for this game, you don't know much about music.

1. Brad Paisley
2. Big & Rich
3. Jason Aldean
4. Montgomery Gentry
5. Toby Keith
6. Gary Allan
7. Jack Ingram
8. Miranda Lambert

[nicoavenger95]

The Lumberjack song by Hal Willis please!!!

[afireinside0016]

...this game is called "Rock Band" for a reason. It isn't "Country Band."

[jay311md]

Most of the "I hate/don't want country music" crowd don't understand that modern country music is more akin to pop music than the "honky tonk" style of country music. How many times have you been listening to the radio and heard Shania Twain, Keith Urban, or Carrie Underwood on a pop station? Country music may not be for all people. If you don't like it, don't download it. It's as simple as that. But don't complain and whine about not letting a major music genre reach it's market.

[ThinkSoJoE]

I would suggest that the majority of people who own Rock Band bought it more for the song list than the party aspect - I know that's why I picked it over GH3. That said, I think the reason you won't see country in RB is because it probably wouldn't sell very well. Then again, HMX has R&D departments to tell them if that's the case or not, I'm just guessing.

[ThinkSoJoE]

Most of the "I hate/don't want country music" crowd don't understand that modern country music is more akin to pop music than the "honky tonk" style of country music. How many times have you been listening to the radio and heard Shania Twain, Keith Urban, or Carrie Underwood on a pop station? Country music may not be for all people. If you don't like it, don't download it. It's as simple as that. But don't complain and whine about not letting a major music genre reach it's market.

I disagree. I hate modern country. I'll take Hank Williams Sr. and similar artists over any of the artists you just listed.

[gamegod81]

country is the most disgusting form of music.
and describing it as any form of the term "music" is a huge compliment unto itself

[jay311md]

I personally listen to every genre. I know a lot of people say they listen to everything, except country, jazz, etc. But I have an appreciation for all forms of music. I listen to everything from Michael Buble to Sevendust. I'm with you, I like old school country too. But in terms of songs that would be fun to play in this game, modern country would probably fit the bill a little better. Especially songs from Keith Urban, Brad Paisley (especially Ticks, Mud on the Tires, or Online), Toby Keith, etc...

[murfinator]

...this game is called "Rock Band" for a reason. It isn't "Country Band."

You obviously do not listen to country. Please if anyone is about to post some ignorant, idiotic comment that will not add to this thread Please RESTRAIN and save your self the embarrassment of looking like a fool! Last I checked Rock originated from mixing Blues and Country together. Country is at the heart of Rock Band and shows that it would work in Rock Band through Green Grass and High Tides. Now, the funny thing is that I'm not even that huge of a country fan, I just own a pool table and would rather listen to some Great country when I play then listen to As I Lay Dying or Green Day when I play. I'm just tired of people posting stupid comments that don't mean anything. Thanks for reading.... Rant OVER.

[Rock_Band_Night]

Started a thread on this awhile ago. Even put up a poll on which instrument controllers you would like to see with a country band game. Do a search for "Country Band" and you will find it. Add your opinion to the poll.

That's all.

[Kooltone]

It's called "RockBand" for a reason. Maybe someday they'll release a game called "CountryBand". I kinda doubt it, though.

[kaz928]

brad paisley would kick the **** our of most modern rock guitarists


yeah in a wife beating contest

First of all I haven't laughed as hard as I did upon reading that in a long time, hope he didn't get banned for too long, he's a comedic genius.
Second, I hate, HATE country music.(And yes i've listened to a lot of it, the school bus to school until I was old enough to drive, ex-girlfriends, etc....) Having said that if HMX gets around to country DLC, fine with me, as many others have pointed out I do not have to purchase it. If they do it i'd like 2 things. #1 Please don't let it get in the way of anything I would purchase. #2 I'd love to see numbers, I'd love to see how it compares to the most popular pack of them all. I don't say that to make fun, IF, it doesn't sell so well. I mean if the most popular pack had 100,000 purchases then we know that there are 100,00 ppl who are willing to buy DLC. I'd just be curious to know out of the total people who ever bought DLC, how many bought a country pack.
Edit: Also, in many forums i've seen it's against the rules/highly frowned upon to bump a thread with nothing more than "bump" not so much here?

[Guitoorbenchi]

As an expansion (in a series of expansions covering different genres and/or countries), It wouldnt be as bad, but just as a week of DLC or something, a pass on the space.

[Viserys]

People are completely overlooking Green Grass and High Tides, which strikes me as pretty damn country, and Devil Went Down to Georgia (even if it was a "metal" cover), both incredibly entertaining and difficult songs.

Not all country is slow, or even twangy.

Brad Paisley, Keith Urban, Big & Rich, I'd even take some Phil Vassar just because I love to sing his songs.

[ITz Cris]

This is called ROCK BAND ... hence rock music .... not redneck i banged my sister music ... is this a joke?!?!?

[Viserys]

This is called ROCK BAND ... hence rock music .... not redneck i banged my sister music ... is this a joke?!?!?

Please, stuff like Keith Urban is more rock than Fall Out Boy.

[jesse477]

Yeah maybe country songwriters are good at guitar, but you know what...the name of the game is ROCK Band....ROCK....as in Rock, not country.

[OO_Pyre_OO]

lol, i hope not...

[ELVIS.Shima]

Look, we KNOW that it's called ROCK BAND, but as you can tell from the mix of the setlist and DLC, there are many forms of rock (punk, metal, etc.) One of these is Country Rock. Lynard Skynard, the Eagles, all have clear country roots. I'm going to assume that those who want country are thinking of country that has a rock influence, not your stereotypical "my lady left me, my dog died and my neighbor stole my tractor" kind of tunes from guys like Conway Twitty and George Jones.

Check out these links of "classic" rockin country tunes and you honestly tell me these are any less rockin than the recent Grateful Dead pack or Creep, or the Police, etc.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EJmaFMqxAKY

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OnNrAfZ8_yw&feature=related (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OnNrAfZ8_yw&feature=related)
(Try beating THAT bass line on EXPERT!)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dq98TSXTEKE


So seriously! Open your mind to other FUN music, don't be a snob! Country is a form of rock as much as punk is! Yee-haw!

[ragnarok1100]

we want to be playing the guitar drums bass
not the friggin banjo, harmonica and snare

[ELVIS.Shima]

Look, we KNOW that it's called ROCK BAND, but as you can tell from the mix of the setlist and DLC, there are many forms of rock (punk, metal, etc.) One of these is Country Rock. Lynard Skynard, the Eagles, all have clear country roots. I'm going to assume that those who want country are thinking of country that has a rock influence, not your stereotypical "my lady left me, my dog died and my neighbor stole my tractor" kind of tunes from guys like Conway Twitty and George Jones.

Check out these links of "classic" rockin country tunes and you honestly tell me these are any less rockin than the recent Grateful Dead pack, Creep, Green Grass, or the Police, etc.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EJmaFMqxAKY

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OnNrAfZ8_yw&feature=related (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OnNrAfZ8_yw&feature=related)
(Try beating THAT bass line on EXPERT!)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dq98TSXTEKE


So seriously! Open your mind to other FUN music, have variety in your musical tastes and don't be a snob or a metal fan-boy! Country is a form of rock as much as punk is! Yee-haw!
__________________

[Viserys]

we want to be playing the guitar drums bass
not the friggin banjo, harmonica and snare

lol
what?

Devil Went Down to Georgia is played on a fiddle but the song made it into GH3.

That being said, the amount of ignorance in this thread is astounding and kind of depressing. I can't think of any song on my playlist that has banjos or harmonicas.

[Shayde21]

We've got both kinds of music, country AND western!

uhhhhhhh no.

[hawflakes]

The Wreckers: Way Back Home

[Viserys]

To set the record straight: ... This "it's Rock Band" debate is totally unfounded.

Was referring to rap, but it can apply to country as well.

[Flejszon]

I would be willing to bed that if they added a country song to the game, 99% of the people wouldn't even realize that it was country. There is really not much of a difference to country and southern rock

[CreativeOne0829]

Adding some good country wouldnt be such a bad thing. Some people have posted some good points some are ignorant because they are bias on Rock Band being plain out Rock and roll.

IMO country has its R&R roots such as Hank Williams and Cash. Some consider them pioneers of modern rock and roll. Think of Kid Rock? Most of us love his music but he grew up listening to country music. Personally I think the age demographic of some of the players are being completely bias because you grew up in an era where mostly rock and roll is prominant when infact both genre's are very highly popular.

Would I mind some country in Rock Band? Sure! As much as I love some of the great ballads in country music but it just wouldnt fit. Some good Travis Tritt, Brooks and Dunn, and yes, Paisley has some good wriff's.

Dont be hatin' on country ;)

[mr.flamethro]

What next do you want? EA NASCAR?

[leftover_crack]

no theres no good bass, drums

[CreativeOne0829]

no theres no good bass, drums

Excellent opinion Crack

[Jixzer]

It's De Ja Vu all over again.

Yes, the game is called Rock Band. We hear you...however...

Retorting with that time and time again after folks like HMXSean and HMXJohnlok have defunct that argument numerous times makes you look foolish and juvenile and we know you don't want that. Nobody likes coming off as immature or stupid, and posting like that forces you into a corner that's very hard to get out of. Just because you don't like what someone requests does no make it bad. There are far too many country albums going gold and platinum and concert tours selling out of seats in a matter of minutes to make such a statement have any validity.

Secondly, nobody likes stereotypes. I could post that every rock fan is some lazy, doped up, uneducated, sex crazed loser, but I would be wrong. I don't like thrash metal, and I won't be buying the DLC, but you won't see me here bashing it either. It's not my thing, and that does not make the music bad, it simply makes it "not my thing"...no more, no less. Every week, I have to YouTube what is being offered because I'm not familiar with the artist. I keep an open mind, and because of that, I have 112 songs in my library (so far).

I listen primarily to country, and fit into very few of the typical ignorant stereotypes previously posted. I drive a car, not a truck (though I wish I did...it's just not family friendly), I ride a sport bike (2007 GSX-R750), I'm agnostic, I hate Harley-Davidsons with a passion, I don't wear a cowboy hat, I never slept with my sister, mom, cousin, or any other relative for that matter (except my wife...does she count as a relative? And no, outside of marriage, we are not related in any way...I feel the need to say that since I know somebody would try to use it :p).

It's music, and in my opinion, one of the best kinds, but it's not the only kind. Is it as mainstream as most rock or rap, no. However, I can relate to Country more than any other genre out there. It's mostly about family, pride, patriotism, relationships gone bad, good relationships, new love, old love, humor, poking fun at others as well as yourself, self reflection, and...getting drunk and partying hard.

I've said it before here, but I'll say it again for this thread. Country is one of the most diverse styles out there. It can use nearly every instrument created by man (guitar (acoustic and electric), steel guitar, dobro, banjo, mandolin, slide guitar, violin (fiddle), standard drums, steel drums, Congos, Trumpets, Saxophones, Trombones, Timbali (SP?), Bass, Upright bass (double-bass), and on and on and on that some genres just won't or can't touch). You can listen to the radio or your iPod and in the span of an hour hear a song that rocks, makes you think, cry, laugh, or just dance.

It's my kind of music. If it ever makes at DLC, I'll be thrilled, if not, I'll keep playing all the other great songs this game has to offer.

Last thing...and take this to heart...for all the "haters" and "bashers"...keep your mind open, and if you can't do that or post anything constructive, keep your mouth shut. None of us want to hear it.

[CreativeOne0829]

I think the post above me should end it and be locked. Very well said my friend.

[Heavens Fury_X]

I dont think that country should be in the game, but thats just me. but then again i just dont have to download it. so i dont really care.

and about the banjos, listen to The State of Masachussetts from Dropkick Murphys. The beginning part is a banjo solo, with some rock elements, and it kicks ass.

[Poozie2k8]

Better yet, why not just make Country Band, heh,
sell a million in Alabama alone!

:cool:

[Jixzer]

why do all the rednecks want country on rock band, if they cant even buy their own shirts how can afford rockband to want country on it

Typical ignorant, stereotypical, drivel by a closed minded simpleton.

[spec24]

OOOHH Can we get a Banjo controller too? Maybe a washtub bass?


You'd think these kind of replies and attitudes would have gone out after you people passed puberty. Or at least graduated high school. Yes, let's not add any more music than the music you like, because you are all that's important. Didn't realize this was your world, Mr U-Planet.

[drizzt9922]

Why? Honestly, rock bands I believe would almost as a whole always be more entertaining to play than Country music.

[Jixzer]

Why? Honestly, rock bands I believe would almost as a whole always be more entertaining to play than Country music.

As you are more than welcome to voice your opinion, your comment is exactly that, your opinion, no more. As an opinion, it lends no creedance to your argument. Other's opinions may differ.

The big thing people seem to forget is that the world of music does not revolve around you. Odd how egocentric people can be.

[Necross]

I think I speak for everyone outside this arguement when I say Meh

[drizzt9922]

I was trying to be polite about this. Way to ruin that dick. Don't condescend me please.

And in general, it's a goddamn fact tha rock musicians are going to be more skilled than country musicians, guitar-wise. Singing can't be evaluated on a skill concept, so I'm just going to got aht people like Chris Cornell and Robert Plant, with amazing ranges and expressive ability, are pure gods. And drumming in country music has flat out never stood out to me. It's not part of the music, like that of Danny Carey's or Brad Wilk's is.

[ledge0656]

Country helped make Rock and Roll. If it werent for Elvis and Johnny Cash and other country stars and rythme and blues Rock and Roll would have never made it. So I think Johnny Cash, Elvis, some Waylon, Hank Jr., and Willie Nelson would be a great added touch to it.

[Jixzer]

I was trying to be polite about this. Way to ruin that dick. Don't condescend me please.

And in general, it's a goddamn fact tha rock musicians are going to be more skilled than country musicians, guitar-wise. Singing can't be evaluated on a skill concept, so I'm just going to got aht people like Chris Cornell and Robert Plant, with amazing ranges and expressive ability, are pure gods. And drumming in country music has flat out never stood out to me. It's not part of the music, like that of Danny Carey's or Brad Wilk's is.

The only reason you find me condescending is because I put a dent in your way of thinking, and it hurts. Well, the truth does sometimes and I'm not the one resorting to name calling, am I?

Fact? Really, based on what? Please...give me numbers, statistics, an algorithm, something to base your "facts" on other than your opinion (gee, where have we seen that before?) Guitar wise, talent is a very subjective affair. I would much rather listen to Chet Atkins or Muddy Waters than anybody else since I find what they do takes far more talent than just playing fast. Both of those guys revolutionized how guitars where played and still influence people today and they too could be labeled as Gods, as could singers like Faith Hill, Wynona, Trisha Yearwood, and Carrie Underwood, Leean Womack, Garth Brooks, Josh Turner, George Jones, Johnny Cash, Waylon Jennings, and on and on, but because they don't fall in line with your taste, you can't or won't see that, which a shame really.

Here are a few names for you...see if you recognize them: James Stroud, Monte Mountjoy, Joe Morello (yes, he played country as well as Jazz), or Buddy Harmon (the most recorded drummer in history...over 18,000 sessions...all in Nashville.)

Drumming is just as much of Country as it is any any other class. Problem is, you don't really listen...sure, you've sat around while it was being played, but your predisposed prejudices had already made your decision for you. You sir, do not know music. You know your taste and then spew forth your narrow minded views onto others contaminated young minds with your bigotry.

We each have the choice to like or dislike what we want. It's not up to you to decide what someone requests for this game. You may not believe it belongs, but a lot of people do. Even HMX staffers have contradicted arguments that country doesn't belong here...that sir, is FACT!

[drizzt9922]

You're condescending me again. Way to fail charismatic arguing.

And skill isn't subjective man, skill is something observable, it's whena guitarist can do things others cant. I like Johnny Cash a lot, so i'll give you that, he'd be fun in RB, but a country musician simply isn't comfortable with solo's the magnitude of rock music, last I checked.

Also, who are you to tell me that I don't like country? That I don't listen to it with an open mind? Do you know how I listen to music? You don't know **** about me man, get off your high ****ing horse.


What, sir, is a FACT. That harmonix has contradicted themselves?

[L3377MA573R]

Hell. No. It's called "Rock Band," not "Country Hero."

[Pandaura]

You're condescending me again. Way to fail charismatic arguing.

And skill isn't subjective man, skill is something observable, it's whena guitarist can do things others cant. I like Johnny Cash a lot, so i'll give you that, he'd be fun in RB, but a country musician simply isn't comfortable with solo's the magnitude of rock music, last I checked.


Then you haven't heard much of it. As a musician I find many country solos HARDER IRL. Sorry, but if you do actually play there is some serious skill involved in country... perhaps it doesn't seem so to some people... maybe because it isn't part of the style to make it seem hard - the focus is more on the music. Believe me, many of the country songs/solos are incredibly hard. Not all, but not all rock is hard either.

[drizzt9922]

I like you more than Jixzer Pandau. I do play Gutar IRL, but only really rockier stuff. I guess I'll take your word for it.

[Pandaura]

I like you more than Jixzer Pandau. I do play Gutar IRL, but only really rockier stuff. I guess I'll take your word for it.

Honestly, I only like -some- country... but I am exposed to a lot of it from friends and such... and some of the musicians involved are very impressive when I've sat down to actually watch.
I tend to play almost any type of music I can find the sheets for, so I can play for friends and spare cash. The country is partially harder to me because it is almost impossible to cut corners on when you are learning, or on an ugly part if putting it together quickly. It has some rock ties at times, but a lot of it has some major classical ties as well - if you've played any truly complex classical music, think of it more that way. Classical never sounds 'hard' in the same way either does it? Complex, fast maybe... but it's hardest surprises are the ones pulled off modestly - you only hear them as hard when someone fails.

[Jixzer]

You're condescending me again. Way to fail charismatic arguing.

And skill isn't subjective man, skill is something observable, it's whena guitarist can do things others cant. I like Johnny Cash a lot, so i'll give you that, he'd be fun in RB, but a country musician simply isn't comfortable with solo's the magnitude of rock music, last I checked.

Also, who are you to tell me that I don't like country? That I don't listen to it with an open mind? Do you know how I listen to music? You don't know **** about me man, get off your high ****ing horse.


What, sir, is a FACT. That harmonix has contradicted themselves?

I'm not trying to be condescending nor charismatic, just observant. Your tone outside of the Johnny Cash reference has the overtone that country musicians are less talented than rock musicians, which simply isn't true. Your tone suggests that country is somehow inferior to rock music, which simply isn't true. Your tone suggests that you prefer rock. Your tone suggests that you don't actually "listen" to country since you don't give it the credit it deserves. Your tone says it all.

I'm not on any high horse. I'm just more open minded than you are. Fact!

Talent is subjective, you've proven that yourself. You seem not to recognize the talent of people like Brad Paisley, Keith Urban, Speedy West, Chet Atkins (again), Lee Roy Parnell, etc simply because they play country, which in your mind, makes them inferior musicians.

Apparently, you and differ greatly on what makes a great solo or who is comfortable playing what. Again, your unhallowed view of country has severely narrowed your scope on who can or can't do solos. Honestly, I don't think solos are a requirement. Some I've heard, even in rock, are just fluff added to make the song an acceptable length. They are nice when well performed, but not a prerequisite for a great song, in any genre.

Let's talk opinion. When Jimmie Hendrix played the Star Spangled Banner at Woodstock, some thought was did was genius, others thought it was horrible . Granted, those that thought is was bad was a very conservative crowd, but their opinion made what he did noise, not talent...based on their opinion! The Grammys thought that Amy Winehouse had talent...do you?

At what point did Harmonix contradict themselves? They have only mentioned that arguments that this is Rock Band and not Country Band are ill founded and short sighted.

One example.

You might be surprised there. We get letters, e-mails, and requests all the time for country music. I would also point out that we did develop a country music game in the past (KR: Country).

Anyway, I'm not saying one way or the other. Rather, most music genres that make sense are within the realm of possibility for Rock Band.

Actually, we have gotten away from what the actual argument here is...would country work in Rock Band. Simple answer is yes, yes it would. Would it sell, I'll wager it would, and well. Who the talent behind the song is really irrelevant if the song is fun to play in this game. All of this Steve Vai is better than Chet Atkins is better than Stevie Ray Vaugn is better than Keith Urban is pointless, as are all of your previous posts and mine.

My recommendation to you is this. Enjoy the game for what it has to offer. When songs come out that you don't like, leave them on the marketplace and leave you ill founded opinions off these boards. (Yes, that was meant to be condescending.)

[cryptoknight]

I don't mind Willie Nelson. Not many know that his real name was Willie Nillie.

I also don't mind Johnny Cash, among a few others, but not many.

I highly doubt you will see Country music in rock band, due to the overwhelming backlash of putting country in a rock game they would probably receive. The too fan bases don't cross over very much, especially mainstream country.

Ummm What you talking about Willis? I get to listen to Bon Jovi on my country Radio station Daily. They umm like released a country album for all it's worth. Skynyrd and Creedance both have had a heavy country following as have the Eagles...

Hell Rascal Flats covered Chicago at the last concert of theirs I went to and Keith Urban covered I believe Def Leoppard... So saying country and rock have nothing in common means you haven't payed any attention to country.

These aren't the days of Merle Haggard and his generation... Most country is hard to distinguish from 80's rock.

[cryptoknight]

Cmon, Alabama, Big and Rich, Diamong Rio... There are lots of Country Artists that are more rock than country. Some damn good bands too! They could have a lot of fun with this if they picked the right ones. Also, a lot of old rock fans listen to country now because the new rock stuff sucks.

Exactly... Somewhere in the early 90's or so... Rock lost me... for a while I just listened to old Cd's... then I got to hear Country oh... 1998 or so... and found the sound that I had missed from when Rock went all weird.

[HeavensDemise]

A question to everybody that hates country.

What do you consider good music?

Honestly most anything but country it's the only genre of music that just makes me want to jump out in front of a bus going 110 MPH.

[Jixzer]

You're a total dick. I don't give a **** if i'm name calling or immature, i'm not going to a read a sentence of what you said because you to continue to infer things upon my character which are not true. Good job typing that ****.

I'm a dick because I disagree with you? I made simple observations based on what you wrote, nothing more. If they aren't true, then by all means, prove me wrong. Could I have been wrong about your character? Perhaps. I don't have much to work with outside of what you posted, which has been insulting to anybody who listens to or plays Country music. However, juvenile still fits based on the first four words of your last post, amongst other comments you have made.

In closing, you attacked something I love and respect deeply, so I'm going to defend it. I will never insult or belittle someone elses music. I have in the past, and realized the error of my ways. I may not like it, but that gives me no right to condemn it or say the artists are less talented. If you don't like it, fine...hit the back button on your browser and move on!



Hell. No. It's called "Rock Band," not "Country Hero."

Wow, I've never seen that post before. How original of you. Pfft!

[Onslaught_fei]

I would leave this game if country made it in.

[murfinator]

Can I ask why, AND get a real answer?

[Jixzer]

I would leave this game if country made it in.

Wow. How infantile is that?

Honestly, I think the number of people country would bring to the game would greatly outnumber those that would leave it since most who don't like country simply wouldn't download it. I find it odd that you would just quit instead of just waiting for the next week.

[Onslaught_fei]

Wow. How infantile is that?

Honestly, I think the number of people country would bring to the game would greatly outnumber those that would leave it since most who don't like country simply wouldn't download it. I find it odd that you would just quit instead of just waiting for the next week.

There would be a huge wake of destruction ;p

[Daesania]

People really need to learn that just because YOU do not like a particular genre or even a particular band does not mean other people dont. I despise Metallica, yet you do not see me going through and finding every Metallica thread ranting and raving how much I hate them... The reason is I respect everyone's musical choices, who am I to judge them on their musical choices? And lastly, who are YOU guys to judge anyone else on their choices? I'm sure everyone has some gold covered turds of musical choices in their selection, but as long as people like it, that's all that matters - otherwise the band would not be selling records and making money, right? Locking this thread since people cannot play nice.