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Post by aha shake pepscake on Oct 13, 2008 19:49:10 GMT
I've been doing some hardcore thinking these last few weeks. With OBTN there were loads of opinions, disappointment, happiness, disagreement etcetc and I'm having a hard time sorting out my own opinions about it all. I do like the album, it's not about that, it's just everything that came with it. And when I read about them playing at Madison Square Garden it just hit me; KoL isn't just my band anymore.
So, what do you all think about KoL's future? What lies ahead? Are you afraid of them "selling out and going Coldplay"? Are you afraid all this fame is gonna overwhelm them and they'll break up? Are you afraid you're gonna stop listening to them or will you support them whichever direction they and their music takes? And, are you afraid they're gonna get too old and mature and decide to stop playing music to get married and have kids and so on?
I think I am a little afraid. I'm used to people having no idea who KoL are when they ask me about my favorite band and well, I'd rather had it that way but I'm also glad they get the success they deserve. I don't think I could ever stop loving KoL but recently I've been doubting more than ever 'cause I have no idea what things will be like in 5 years. Maybe I shouldn't even think so hard about it but sadly enough KoL is one of the most important things in my life and I don't like any bands nearly as much.
So, umm, this kinda came out of nowhere so sorry for rambling but I hope you understood half of it ahah. Thoughts and speculations, please!
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Post by Deleted on Oct 13, 2008 19:51:32 GMT
I've thought about all of those things myself, so you're not alone
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Post by lozza on Oct 13, 2008 19:54:37 GMT
your not alone peps ......
i dont really know how i feel about it all tbh
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Post by ballandbiscuit on Oct 13, 2008 19:56:00 GMT
peps read my response on the off your chest page
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Post by lozza on Oct 13, 2008 19:59:16 GMT
haha ross i have heard sean kingston way too many times!
peps it will be interesting at the o2 ... to clock the people around you and see if they sing as much as you do! that how were know if there true fans
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Post by alexcolaco on Oct 13, 2008 21:29:11 GMT
i guess i'm a little afraid mostly this 2: "Are you afraid you're gonna stop listening to them or will you support them whichever direction they and their music takes?" "And, are you afraid they're gonna get too old and mature and decide to stop playing music to get married and have kids and so on?" but then again i guess its no need to overreacting. i trust them
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Post by whiskers on Oct 13, 2008 23:34:08 GMT
it would be kinda scary to see them still wearing the same clothes, banging out the same tunes and sporting the same hair arrangements on their reunion tour in 2033 (2043, i'll be kind) but to reply to yr thread seriously pepscake, personally, i'm gonna take it as it comes. i really do not want to see them slip down the shitter but neither am i expecting them to. which kinda roughly sums up the answer i'd give to all yr questions
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kol1402
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Post by kol1402 on Oct 14, 2008 2:11:02 GMT
I don't want to sound like a tool but i would support them in anything they do, but since Kings of leon are the best shit ever i don't think that makes me a tool
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Post by ilovekol0322 on Oct 14, 2008 2:36:57 GMT
exactly what i've been saying in the other forum (or at least i tried, and maybe i didn't convey my thoughts well enough in my message)
anyway, i am a bit afraid. it hit me when i tried buying tickets, and the first venue was sold out. kind of shocked me a bit. i'm like what the hell? just yesterday the kings were like unknown; now everyone and their mum wants to go see them.
i dunno.
i think regardless, i'll stick by the kings in whatever they'll do.
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Post by xlouisex on Oct 14, 2008 10:43:42 GMT
The way things are going does scare me abit. But i think we just have to get used to it. I really do think i will support them no matter what and always will. I just cant stop loving them. The only thing that upsets me abit now is obvs the venues are getting bigger, and the tickets get sold out quicker and it scares me i wont get my seat anymore! Also, i never met them like after or before a show. And now i dont think i ever will get the chance to unless i like, win a competition lol. Cause before, if they came out, you would have a rele good chance of meeting them and getting a picture. Now.. i just cant see that happening anymore, there will just be too many people and they cant get to everyone.
That side of things makes me sad, but i would never stop loving them as a band, even if this fame thing does take over.
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Post by chairlover on Oct 14, 2008 15:26:08 GMT
All good things must come to an end. The day will come when they stop playing music...or MAYBE even just stop playing good music! Who knows. They could end up like Aerosmith and play into their 50s and 60s! All we can do is just enjoy the ride while it lasts
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Post by KOLluvah on Oct 14, 2008 16:31:58 GMT
Well said, chairlover. Are you who I think you are ;-) Have your first karma!!
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Post by Laura on Oct 14, 2008 16:42:29 GMT
All good things must come to an end. The day will come when they stop playing music...or MAYBE even just stop playing good music! Who knows. They could end up like Aerosmith and play into their 50s and 60s! All we can do is just enjoy the ride while it lasts only let's hope that their music is still good when they're in their 50s and 60s
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Post by ajedigecko on Oct 14, 2008 21:55:45 GMT
would you see yourself as a "sellout" when you become successful?
i personally think it is great to see a band have a wide catalog of sound. this variety will insure their sound will have the ability to survive "the test of time".
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Post by ticboo on Oct 15, 2008 7:37:25 GMT
Edit: changed my mind about posting and I apologise for mucking up the thread. Not trying to be difficult. sorry
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Post by McFatless on Oct 15, 2008 7:46:08 GMT
I like the idea. I can't wait for to see where they go. They still have room for a Stairway to Heaven type album. I think it's unlikely because they aren't Zeppelin, but more than likely, they'll make something just as good.... the KoL way.
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Post by chairlover on Oct 15, 2008 12:49:19 GMT
All good things must come to an end. The day will come when they stop playing music...or MAYBE even just stop playing good music! Who knows. They could end up like Aerosmith and play into their 50s and 60s! All we can do is just enjoy the ride while it lasts only let's hope that their music is still good when they're in their 50s and 60s RIGHT. lol Well said, chairlover. Are you who I think you are ;-) Have your first karma!! ooh thanks! And yeah, I probably am who you think I am, lol.. is this SK?
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Post by babyciara on Oct 15, 2008 15:57:43 GMT
just as it's really annoying to hear recently that people only like sex on fire, it's also kinda sad when long term fans want them to stay below the radar, so that they can feel cool cos they like an unknown band
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Post by schnucams on Oct 15, 2008 18:33:27 GMT
I'm not too concerned about the future with KOL, I'm just gonna enjoy them now and not worry about the future cause noone knows what it holds!!!
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Post by mrsbrightside on Oct 15, 2008 20:12:16 GMT
The only thing i'm worried about is that they turn in to Bon Jovi and trudge out the stadium shows every year, so as long as that doesnt happen im alright
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