We have very little exposure to European artists here. Canada and I think Eastern Canada in particular are influenced by what Americans are predominantly into. Rap, hip hop, electro dance to name a few. Country music is very huge over here in the Maritmes as well as Celtic music because of our Irish/Scottish ancestory.
I read an article stating that per capita North Americans in general rated very low percentage wise as far as heavy metal goes. Just look at the various festivals Wacken, etc. that go on in Europe ! I know people here in Nova Scotia that attend the European festivals every year.
I'm probably way off base regarding your question, Gryph. But I think this is one example - Paul Weller -very big in the UK but unheard of over here. I learned about him because Crazy -Horse mentioned him. MD is a great music information centre.
What I'm trying to get across is that the general public music audience is into Lady GaGa, ACDC, Pink Floyd, Beatles, Stones,Metallica, etc. but the lesser known bands are ignored because unless you're really into music and devote the time to research and investigate new music you only listen to what's popular for the moment and what's on MTV and the radio.I like Opeth and when I mention them to my co workers, acquaitances or friends they don't have a clue.
In closing I think in general that most of us have a grasp on who the music legends are.
SteveO
I read an article stating that per capita North Americans in general rated very low percentage wise as far as heavy metal goes. Just look at the various festivals Wacken, etc. that go on in Europe ! I know people here in Nova Scotia that attend the European festivals every year.
I'm probably way off base regarding your question, Gryph. But I think this is one example - Paul Weller -very big in the UK but unheard of over here. I learned about him because Crazy -Horse mentioned him. MD is a great music information centre.
What I'm trying to get across is that the general public music audience is into Lady GaGa, ACDC, Pink Floyd, Beatles, Stones,Metallica, etc. but the lesser known bands are ignored because unless you're really into music and devote the time to research and investigate new music you only listen to what's popular for the moment and what's on MTV and the radio.I like Opeth and when I mention them to my co workers, acquaitances or friends they don't have a clue.
In closing I think in general that most of us have a grasp on who the music legends are.
SteveO
The ultimate connection is between a performer and its' audience!
