What the hell was with Randy's song and speech? Was this really the place to talk about the end of an empire and shit? I've got to say the whole performance was completely bizarre I don't think it really fit the keynote.
As Steve built up the suspense about the surprise guest performer my mind was spinning, who could it be? Then when he said Randy Newman, I thought "who?"
What the hell was with Randy's song and speech? Was this really the place to talk about the end of an empire and shit? I've got to say the whole performance was completely bizarre I don't think it really fit the keynote.
Bizarre is definitely the best word to describe it. I watched the keynote on a 16-foot screen in a church. After the first song we decided we had better turn it off.
Bizarre is definitely the best word to describe it. I watched the keynote on a 16-foot screen in a church. After the first song we decided we had better turn it off.
Heh, heh. That would've been something... But, hey! It's Randy Newman for cryin' out loud. He's a living legend, even if he's a bit weird he's quite a talent.
I thought he seemed a little drunk. Overall I'd say the whole speech at the start that wasn't a proper song but dressed up to look like a song was entirely inappropriate. That is not a political stage and shouldn't be treated like one. It sure as hell shouldn't be a stage for an American to beg some respect for his country. Respect will come as soon as America earns it Randy not before.
Funny though and still better than pretty much every act I've seen at an Apple event. I hope they get Seinfeld next year.
I thought he seemed a little drunk. Overall I'd say the whole speech at the start that wasn't a proper song but dressed up to look like a song was entirely inappropriate. That is not a political stage and shouldn't be treated like one. It sure as hell shouldn't be a stage for an American to beg some respect for his country. Respect will come as soon as America earns it Randy not before.
Funny though and still better than pretty much every act I've seen at an Apple event. I hope they get Seinfeld next year.
Perhaps you are unfamiliar with Randy Newman. Do yourself a favor and do a little reading (or listening). He's always been political.
I too considered it a bit strange. Normally less political things are chosen for corporate consumption.
But then again, I agreed with the general gist of the performance. And strange times call for strange measures.
At what point does it become acceptable to bring up politics amidst polite conversations or business functions? Invasion and occupation of another country under false pretenses? That's enough in my book. Somebody has to stand up cause a ruckus because it's better than the alternative.
I too considered it a bit strange. Normally less political things are chosen for corporate consumption.
But then again, I agreed with the general gist of the performance. And strange times call for strange measures.
At what point does it become acceptable to bring up politics amidst polite conversations or business functions? Invasion and occupation of another country under false pretenses? That's enough in my book. Somebody has to stand up cause a ruckus because it's better than the alternative.
I'm sure Al Gore (on the board of directors at Apple) enjoyed it immensely.
What the hell was with Randy's song and speech? Was this really the place to talk about the end of an empire and shit? I've got to say the whole performance was completely bizarre I don't think it really fit the keynote.
I was impressed that Steve Jobs had the courage and vision to invite Randy Newman to perform his great song.
Apple will survive and prosper in a world where a lot of people can afford to continue buying the technological innovations coming from silicon valley.
Instead, thanks to the political influence and shortsighted greed on Wall Street, we seem to be headed for trouble; the obsession with short term profits at the expense of sound business practices and sane sustainable policies are making a few people exceedingly rich while hurting most everyone else.
I will be a first time Apple purchaser this year and Randy Newman's performance was the highlight of the key note for me which I caught on line. Thanks for the chance to say so on your thread.
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What the hell was with Randy's song and speech? Was this really the place to talk about the end of an empire and shit? I've got to say the whole performance was completely bizarre I don't think it really fit the keynote.
Bizarre is definitely the best word to describe it. I watched the keynote on a 16-foot screen in a church. After the first song we decided we had better turn it off.
Bizarre is definitely the best word to describe it. I watched the keynote on a 16-foot screen in a church. After the first song we decided we had better turn it off.
Heh, heh. That would've been something... But, hey! It's Randy Newman for cryin' out loud. He's a living legend, even if he's a bit weird he's quite a talent.
Bad call on Steve's part there.
At least he's honest.
Funny though and still better than pretty much every act I've seen at an Apple event. I hope they get Seinfeld next year.
I thought he seemed a little drunk. Overall I'd say the whole speech at the start that wasn't a proper song but dressed up to look like a song was entirely inappropriate. That is not a political stage and shouldn't be treated like one. It sure as hell shouldn't be a stage for an American to beg some respect for his country. Respect will come as soon as America earns it Randy not before.
Funny though and still better than pretty much every act I've seen at an Apple event. I hope they get Seinfeld next year.
Perhaps you are unfamiliar with Randy Newman. Do yourself a favor and do a little reading (or listening). He's always been political.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Randy_newman
But then again, I agreed with the general gist of the performance. And strange times call for strange measures.
At what point does it become acceptable to bring up politics amidst polite conversations or business functions? Invasion and occupation of another country under false pretenses? That's enough in my book. Somebody has to stand up cause a ruckus because it's better than the alternative.
I too considered it a bit strange. Normally less political things are chosen for corporate consumption.
But then again, I agreed with the general gist of the performance. And strange times call for strange measures.
At what point does it become acceptable to bring up politics amidst polite conversations or business functions? Invasion and occupation of another country under false pretenses? That's enough in my book. Somebody has to stand up cause a ruckus because it's better than the alternative.
I'm sure Al Gore (on the board of directors at Apple) enjoyed it immensely.
What the hell was with Randy's song and speech? Was this really the place to talk about the end of an empire and shit? I've got to say the whole performance was completely bizarre I don't think it really fit the keynote.
I was impressed that Steve Jobs had the courage and vision to invite Randy Newman to perform his great song.
Apple will survive and prosper in a world where a lot of people can afford to continue buying the technological innovations coming from silicon valley.
Instead, thanks to the political influence and shortsighted greed on Wall Street, we seem to be headed for trouble; the obsession with short term profits at the expense of sound business practices and sane sustainable policies are making a few people exceedingly rich while hurting most everyone else.
I will be a first time Apple purchaser this year and Randy Newman's performance was the highlight of the key note for me which I caught on line. Thanks for the chance to say so on your thread.
I watched the keynote on a 16-foot screen in a church. After the first song we decided we had better turn it off.
I see you are taking Apple worship to the next level.