12back4off50 Posted August 12, 2014 Share Posted August 12, 2014 So can we finally say Electronics is good for Drum Corps? I think the fans love of Bluecoats should put the argument to rest. People could not stand fast enough in Lucas Oil for the push of a button so I think this proves Electronics and amplification of the pit did not kill Drum Corps. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HockeyDad Posted August 12, 2014 Share Posted August 12, 2014 Can we finally say drum corps is now fully bando, and most who don't like electronics left the activity behind? If that's "acceptance", then, yeah, sure. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lincoln Posted August 12, 2014 Share Posted August 12, 2014 So can we finally say Electronics is good for Drum Corps? I think the fans love of Bluecoats should put the argument to rest. People could not stand fast enough in Lucas Oil for the push of a button so I think this proves Electronics and amplification of the pit did not kill Drum Corps. Bluecoats have been doing well with electronics since 2005. One groups successful incorporation doesn't make a general movement in opinion. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrumManTx Posted August 12, 2014 Share Posted August 12, 2014 (edited) If 1 out of the 219 shows that have competed in championships since 2009 is evidence enough for you, sure. I don't mind them, actually enjoy them more than the average fan, but that's the FIRST time I've seen widespread enjoyment of an electronic effect. I personally love Bluecoats use year in year out, but since 2009, that's still just 6. Edited August 12, 2014 by DrumManTx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldbandguy Posted August 12, 2014 Share Posted August 12, 2014 Couldn't agree more that Bluecoats do it better than anyone else, but that being said I listened very closely to the use of electronics this past week in Indy and I cannot think of one show that would have been BETTER without them. My opinion of course...others can feel free to disagree, but the things amplification and use of synthesizers have brought to the front ensembles have turned out to be a big positive for me. That doesn't mean that SOME still may not use them well at all times, but some corps don't use their BRASS and BATTERY well at times too. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ajlemm Posted August 12, 2014 Share Posted August 12, 2014 I think this issue has been beaten into the ground. It all depends on how they are used. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MotoSurfBass Posted August 12, 2014 Share Posted August 12, 2014 Can we finally say drum corps is now fully bando, and most who don't like electronics left the activity behind? If that's "acceptance", then, yeah, sure. ...and yet here you are. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hrothgar15 Posted August 12, 2014 Share Posted August 12, 2014 (edited) Probably the least “electronic” electronics usage ever though considering it was a recording of their hornline. Edited August 12, 2014 by Hrothgar15 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShortAndFast Posted August 12, 2014 Share Posted August 12, 2014 Designers can use their newfound electronic powers for good or for evil. Bluecoats are one of the ones choosing to use them well, and the audience obviously responds. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff Ream Posted August 12, 2014 Share Posted August 12, 2014 Bluecoats have been doing well with electronics since 2005. One groups successful incorporation doesn't make a general movement in opinion. exactly. what Bloo did was fresh and innovative. Still way too many corps dumping on the low end synth 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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