Forgot about that and I agree, especially with their string intro. A highly under-rated band and their only big hit with a simple progression if I remember correctly, "Don't Bring Me Down"?
Trying to remind some that the best rock songs can be as simple as massaging simple blues chord arrangements. Don't think they're getting it. Didn't everyone love, "Every Breath You Take" by the Police? One more time, sometimes less is better.
Good drummers on great rock songs are famous for doing it at the right time, so are great guitar players. Ever notice a pause on the drums while the rest keep going? It adds suspense to the song. Even Ginger Baker of Cream would do it. John Bonham of Zepplin did in "Whole Lot of Love" even during the verses. Eric Clapton is famous for his expertise, but few realize the pauses he does between his notes.
Can't believe I got crap for suggesting the intro to "Gimme Shelter" is not one of the greatest intros for the song/beat/tempo. Unless you need flash, there could have not been a better intro.
To say the least. Been listening to a lot of their stuff recently....'Eldorado' is an absolutely brilliant masterpiece. I must admit I don't care for "Out of the Blue" or "Disco-very" as much as I did back in the day...but their earlier stuff is great.
I agree with you on ‘Gimme Shelter’. Great intro.
My all-time favorite intro remains Alvin Lee at Woodstock, probably mostly for nostalgic reasons.