Terry K. Wrote:
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> Some bands do unplugged shows or parts of their
> live performances feature 2-3 pared back tunes. If
> you can't tell by those instances whether they
> 'still have it' or not,then nobody can.
> Besides--isn't autotune a fairly robotic sounding
> implement when added to anyone's vocals? You can't
> miss it,if it's what I've heard of it when used.
> I'll agree that in Bon Jovi's case--the band DO
> seem a bit uninspired anymore live. But they've
> been on major tours for many years. I'm guessing
> it's getting a bit 'old hat' for Jon & co. How
> much more success can he/they possibly have? But
> then you have guys like Springsteen (his
> hero,apparently) who seem to be like the energizer
> bunny,even at his age. So it's up to the
> individual how much pizzazz you retain for the biz
> as you get older. I'm sure JBJ & band still love
> writing/recording (as they still do that). But
> going on those lengthy tours may just be for the
> caish anymore,to some degree. The Boss obviously
> still loves being out there. T

Autotune's a bit of a generic term now...patching in notes on vocals and subtle pitch changes are as old as the hills though and way easier and more accurate now you don't have to splice tape !