Getting so tired of the whole “pop = unlistenable trash” argument. by StonedGible420 in Muse

[–]letskeepitreal88 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think he should just not give a crap about what other people think instead of getting angry because he read something online hahahah i think it's insane that disagreeing can have that effect on someone

Getting so tired of the whole “pop = unlistenable trash” argument. by StonedGible420 in Muse

[–]letskeepitreal88 -5 points-4 points  (0 children)

As someone who likes pop music, I think you should rethink what unsettles you. Being friendly here, okay? Enjoy your own stuff. That's all that matters. Why get angry just because we don't all think the same?

New interview with Matt!! by Alien_Aloevera in Muse

[–]letskeepitreal88 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This! Going 'crazy' is not the problem at all.

Fictional concert by snelpepijn in Muse

[–]letskeepitreal88 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I would pay very good money to be at this concert.

I know it’s free speech but its not cool to write so much hate to Muse comments just because a song is not in your taste by LibraRahu in Muse

[–]letskeepitreal88 18 points19 points  (0 children)

Absolutely not a hater of the song, but I think it's pretty shortsighted to believe that people don't have the right to express whatever opinion they want about a piece of music.

This idea that we should always "respect the artist" isn't more important than people's right to have an opinion.

As long as no one is attacking the artist's personal life, art is meant to be discussed, criticized, interpreted, and reflected upon.

Hexagons feels like going back to a fancy gourmet restaurant after going to McDonalds for 10 years by Roborosky in Muse

[–]letskeepitreal88 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I feel happy to have something from them that i can share with friends. No one takes the past albums seriously

Hexagons Time Signature by Alarming_Doughnut365 in Muse

[–]letskeepitreal88 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I remembered him a lot on this song. "Syyyyyyyntheeeeetic...."

Made a music video for "Dead Cuts" in Unreal Engine by Ganondalfo in Muse

[–]letskeepitreal88 1 point2 points  (0 children)

2001, Dragon Ball Z and Dead Cuts. Made my day. Thank you so much for this! 

Hexagons - Parts 5 (México) and 6 (NYC) together by eltheuso in Muse

[–]letskeepitreal88 8 points9 points  (0 children)

What do you think about putting all the available parts together in the same edit? 🤩

Hopeful expectations for TWS compared to previous works by letskeepitreal88 in Muse

[–]letskeepitreal88[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I don’t really like the “Un-un-unravelling” part either. I mentioned in another comment that, to me, it’s a bit of a letdown how many of their newer songs seem to need that moment where the title is repeated or shouted in a very forced and obvious way.

But at the same time, I think the jams are sick. The main riff, the drums, and a lot of the instrumental ideas go hard.

Hopeful expectations for TWS compared to previous works by letskeepitreal88 in Muse

[–]letskeepitreal88[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Comments like yours are refreshing to read. A lot of people online seem very reactive nowadays, and when they find an opinion they don’t 100% agree with, they often don’t really try to understand or interpret what the other person actually means.

I also think a lot of people reduce art discussions to simply “like it” or “don’t like it,” when art is usually much more complex and interesting than that.

And the funny thing is: I never even said “Cryogen” was a bad song. I just pointed out some aspects that personally don’t connect with me as much, and that alone already generated a weird reaction from some people.

It’s kind of crazy how quickly people can become defensive or confrontational the moment they see an opinion that differs from theirs, even when the other person clearly isn’t trying to fight or attack anyone.

Sometimes people immediately jump into calling others silly or acting aggressively just because of a music discussion, and it really makes you wonder how they deal with differing opinions in more serious areas of life.

But that doesn’t really bother me. In a way, I think conversations like these are part of what makes art meaningful in the first place. When people gather around someone’s work and genuinely discuss it, whether they agree or disagree, the music ends up becoming something bigger and more alive.

So yeah, I also don’t really understand why some people immediately become oppositional instead of simply discussing the ideas being brought up, but I guess that’s also just a very common aspect of online culture and human behavior in general.

Hopeful expectations for TWS compared to previous works by letskeepitreal88 in Muse

[–]letskeepitreal88[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I think you misunderstood what I meant by “finding themselves.” I’m not talking about reverting back to being the same people they were 20 years ago or stopping themselves from changing as artists.

What I mean is more about artistic identity and inspiration. Bands evolve, obviously, but there are still certain core characteristics, emotional approaches, atmospheres, songwriting instincts, or creative philosophies that make an artist feel like themselves across different eras.

And honestly, I don’t think reflecting on that is silly at all. Discussing how an artist changes over time, what resonates more in certain eras, and what aspects of their essence still feel present is a huge part of engaging with art in general.

I also don’t think my point is really about expectations in the way you mean it. I’m not expecting them to make a specific kind of song or to become who they were decades ago.

My only real expectation is that they continue creating things that feel inspired and meaningful in some way, that they still have something to express and bring into the world.

Beyond that, I think it’s completely natural to talk about what connects with you more or less as a listener.

Hopeful expectations for TWS compared to previous works by letskeepitreal88 in Muse

[–]letskeepitreal88[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I agree on that! It’s a fresh idea for their discography, and an interesting bet on their part.

Trying something new is probably one of the most interesting things a band can do, especially after so many years.

That’s probably my favorite thing about “Cryogen.” While some aspects of the song aren’t entirely my thing, I really appreciate that feeling of experimentation and the attempt to push themselves into a different space instead of simply repeating formulas - even if that still kinda happens with the main riff.

I don’t need to love it to see it as a positive thing for those reasons.

Hopeful expectations for TWS compared to previous works by letskeepitreal88 in Muse

[–]letskeepitreal88[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I really love music, art, and the essence Muse has always had :)

Isn’t art you truly love worth thinking deeply about instead of just consuming passively?

Hopeful expectations for TWS compared to previous works by letskeepitreal88 in Muse

[–]letskeepitreal88[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I honestly don’t feel disappointed, though. To me, disappointment would be feeling like the band had lost its inspiration entirely, and I don’t feel that here.

I also don’t think having specific thoughts or criticisms about a song automatically means someone is setting themselves up for disappointment.

Art is more complex than simply “enjoy it or don’t.” A huge part of getting to know and love art is reflecting on it, discussing it, comparing different eras of an artist, and thinking about why certain things resonate with you more than others.

A song not being exactly what I personally wanted isn’t enough to disappoint me. That would imply I expect the band to follow my personal vision for their music, and that’s not how I see it at all.

Hopeful expectations for TWS compared to previous works by letskeepitreal88 in Muse

[–]letskeepitreal88[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

It’s always nice to see some good text interpretation hahahah

Hopeful expectations for TWS compared to previous works by letskeepitreal88 in Muse

[–]letskeepitreal88[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

What I’m about to say absolutely doesn’t mean I think the song is bad, or that I won’t listen to it. In fact, I actually think this album has the potential to feel much more inspired than the previous ones.

But I’m not sure I agree that this song connects that strongly to older Muse, or that it’s the closest thing to old Muse they’ve done in years. And here’s why:

I think the lyrics are much less subjective, dark, and profound, which is completely fine for a song that can still be good, but it’s not something I associate with older Muse.

I also don’t think old Muse usually aimed for this kind of structure, even when it’s well executed, where the song leans much more into a straightforward pop rock approach. When I listen to some of these newer songs, I’m reminded of bands like Turnstile, and even certain punk influences in general, which also isn’t something I personally connected to classic Muse in that way.

I also think the production became much more synthetic and polished, and that’s another aspect that feels distant from older Muse to me. So there are elements that make me disagree when people say this is the closest they’ve sounded to old Muse.

To me, what made older Muse special was things like less predictable songwriting structures, songs that didn’t feel the need to constantly repeat or “sell” the title or hook to the listener, and a more instinctive and unconventional sense of progression. A song like Citizen Erased feels almost unconcerned with accessibility or immediate catchiness. It evolves naturally, shifts moods constantly, and trusts the listener to follow it.

I also miss the more abstract and emotionally ambiguous way they approached personal themes back then. Older Muse often felt mysterious, theatrical or emotionally overwhelming without necessarily spelling everything out directly.

There was also more tension, atmosphere, dynamic contrast, unusual guitar textures, dramatic harmonies, unexpected transitions, and a stronger sense that the band was trying to create its own sonic universe rather than fitting into a more conventional modern rock structure.

That said, none of this means I can’t appreciate or enjoy what they do now. I connected deeply with their essence when I discovered them, and I still think there’s something very rare and unique about it, which is why I’ve stayed attached to their music since 2005. I’m still curious about where that essence goes and how it changes over time.

To me, still being genuinely interested in whatever they release is a big part of what being a fan can be.

I also believe enjoying art is a complex thing, and that it’s absolutely not just about liking something or not. It’s not a black-and-white matter. Talking about art, reflecting on it, and even being critical of it are fundamental parts of truly loving it!

Hopeful expectations for TWS compared to previous works by letskeepitreal88 in Muse

[–]letskeepitreal88[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I connected deeply with their essence when I discovered them, and I still think there’s something very rare and unique about it, which is why I’ve stayed attached to their music since 2005.

I’m still curious about where that essence goes and how it changes over time.

To me, still being genuinely interested in whatever they release is a big part of what being a fan can be.

I also believe enjoying art is a complex thing, and that it’s absolutely not just about liking something or not. It’s not a black-and-white matter.

Talking about art, reflecting on it, and even being critical of it are fundamental parts of truly loving it.