seattlesteve Posted February 27, 2008 Share Posted February 27, 2008 Why not? It's already written. It's February, perfect time to record and distribute for release on Memorial Day. Incredible video opportunities. I picture the band playing in a boardwalk bar during the summer, Stone Pony, Flats, etc... Kind of a MMLC type of video... cutting back and forth to younger people cruising obviously in a convertable 65 mustang. Really cool would be discreet cameos of Raspberries celebrity fans.. Bon Jovi getting a beer at the bar.. Bruce walking down the boardwalk as the Mustang drives by.. Paul Stanley in the back of the crowd.. the back of Joan Jett with a white guitar slung around her back stepping off the stage in the beginning as if she was the opening act..Hey they could show up and be gone in 2 hrs. at the shoot. In fact, creative editing, celebrities wouldn't have to even fly in.I'm dreaming but how cool.Raspberries and dubs could give it even more edge and harmony and updated feel. I think Eric could go nuts updating the arrangement with the talent around him and find a lining in the clouds for Wallys guitar.Short of writing an original, why not. Pure Raspberries sound, already written, no one has heard it, radio/download/summer friendly.. fits right in with the other library of Raspberries summer/car songs.. Catchy video or movie placement.. new generations of listeners that will buy the old stuff. Alright guys.. I'm ready, take you best shot at my .... why not?Eric: Is the door cracked opened for consideration of a Raspberries treatment of any of your song library (some really lend themselves like That's Rock and Roll, No Hard Feelings, Top Down Summer, I Could Really Love You etc. Even ABM was greeted with unanamous praise.) or would you rather compose something new if you were ever going to record again with the guys? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Cartmill Posted February 27, 2008 Share Posted February 27, 2008 I'll have what Steve's having!Can't think of one negative about the whole idea.Let Wally help with a new "Berrified" opening riff?Give him writing credit...or not?On second thought... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJ Posted February 27, 2008 Share Posted February 27, 2008 Hey watch it Cartmill lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marvin Posted February 27, 2008 Share Posted February 27, 2008 I've never been sold on the song mostly because it doesn't have enough "oomph" for me, even though I love Eric's 'Beach Boys-styled' vocals. Having said that, add a bit of Raspberries juice, and the song could be miles better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay52 Posted February 27, 2008 Share Posted February 27, 2008 If the day does come, I hope they decide to move forward if possible and avoid group or solo remakes. Whats the point? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ed Posted February 27, 2008 Share Posted February 27, 2008 Yes Steve has a great idea...I would think both Thats Rock and Roll with a flipside of I Wanna Be With You would go down well-both with '08 takes. Given the other posts, would add Slash and Cameron Crowe to the celebrity cameos.Does anyone know of any commercials that have used Eric or 'Berry songs...Typically in the UK, if any classic is picked up commercially, it tends to get back on the charts and sell albums.. Not sure if Eric is open to that... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MAM Posted February 27, 2008 Share Posted February 27, 2008 I think Steve has a GREAT idea! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seattlesteve Posted February 27, 2008 Author Share Posted February 27, 2008 Marvin,I agree, that's why we 'berrify this song and let Wally loose all over Eric's melodys and vocal arrangements.. we're talking oomphI hear Beachwood studios has availability and hopefully Dave has a week of vacation.. let's do it. Eric? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris hess Posted February 27, 2008 Share Posted February 27, 2008 good idea,but i would prefer new material altogether..meaning them writing songs "together" again ala collaberations that is!! lol,chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seattlesteve Posted February 27, 2008 Author Share Posted February 27, 2008 Oops two more points...1) any 'berrification of Eric's melodies includes Jims drums too, an intergal part of THE sound just like Wally's guitar.. talk about oomph2)I'm not saying that TDS is the best song never released I'm saying that it is a very good song that could benefit from 'berries leverage, seasonal timing, and a creative video... and it's already written increasing the chance of this fantasy actually happening. On the other side of the coin, Devil, with real drums, would be an incredible solo release. Why not? What's the risk.. 2-3 days of studio time? 'dubs could nail the bg's out of the shoot, and Wally and Dave could invent some fills before showing up. Summer's first hitIf I can dream......Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris hess Posted February 27, 2008 Share Posted February 27, 2008 hey,i agree w/your idea..it's good..they definantly put a twist in "thats rock n roll" in cleveland..it was awsome to behold!! yes steve,you and the rest of us can dream..lol,chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MAM Posted February 28, 2008 Share Posted February 28, 2008 AND .... "Top Down Summer" is a "feel good" song. We haven't had one of those on the radio for quite awhile. AND, you won't get any arguments out of me for BTD&TDBS as the B side! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darlene Posted February 28, 2008 Share Posted February 28, 2008 This would be great while we're waiting for the new music they're writing! --D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Cartmill Posted February 28, 2008 Share Posted February 28, 2008 Uh oh, The shingles has affected Darlene's brain. She's hallucinating again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seattlesteve Posted February 28, 2008 Author Share Posted February 28, 2008 ok, we're close to unaminous, i'm balancing EC long time BB groupie.. I'm looking at the path of least resistance.. TDS is written, Wally and Jim, would give it balls, 'dubs harmonies would kill, and you would have Eric's vocals and melodies back on the radio in time for summer.. (probably picked up by a movie) IMHO Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James Posted February 28, 2008 Share Posted February 28, 2008 My opinion parallels Marvin's on this song. But Jennifer Lee has a really great voice, IMHO. And it's good to hear her get a couple solo lines in this song.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darlene Posted March 7, 2008 Share Posted March 7, 2008 That new music is comin', Cartmill. I'll bet you thought I was crazy when I said we'd see Raspberries back together in our lifetime. I think Eric should write one called "Strangulation" and dedicate it to you. --Dar Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
angelina Posted March 9, 2008 Share Posted March 9, 2008 Today was a "Top Down Summer" day here in SW FL. Wally, Jim & Dave would be to the song...what hGh was to Roger Clemens' career. Let the juice flow. Booyah! John Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sllvnbil Posted March 24, 2009 Share Posted March 24, 2009 I love "Top Down Summer" especially the bridge,,, Jennifer Lee's vocal part!! That could be a song of Eric's that could get the "Berries" treatment.Get the ricky 12 strings going along with Jim's strong backbeat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Cartmill Posted March 24, 2009 Share Posted March 24, 2009 As I've said before, Get this excellent song ro the right people, BAM! It's on a half a dozen Summer comedy movie soundtracks...and on a couple, strategically playing during the "Take of the skimpy top and show those boobies" scenes! EC could live with that...Cha-ching and Va-Va-Voom! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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