Ed Sheeran on 21:11 - Sep 27 by Jonnosdreadlocks | its still using or activating pre recorded sounds from a computer not playing chords or keys or keeping a beat. Its more computer programming/DJ'ing rather than playing real instruments. Its 75% of his act and guitar wise he's no Eddie Van Halen more a busker! Its only truly live if it's physically played ie guitar, bass, drums, piano. Call me old fashioned but that ain't live in my book. |
Every sound you hear is played live on the night, that's the nature of looping. It takes genuine skill and ability to nail it. Having met Ed a couple of times at gigs I can tell you that he is an accomplished guitar player (my opinion should carry some weight as I'm a professional guitar tutor of some 15 years experience.). And for your information some of the greatest live acts of the past 40+ years have used and are known for using backing tracks to supplement their live performances.(including muse, Queen, oh and Van Halen lol) | |