I went to No Doubt just to check them out. I get free tickets to some shows, and I had the same reaction with them that I had after I saw Springsteen...I don't own any of their stuff, but was surprised that I actually enjoyed the performance. You may not be a fan initially, but it's hard to deny that some bands are solid and they give it their best. I saw the Rolling Stones for free and it was the same thing...I felt like I was seeing legends, and I went in with few expectations and was surprised at how much I enjoyed the concert. Some musicians just love what they do, and it translates in the performance. It makes it enjoyable for the people at the show. What I enjoyed about the No Doubt show was that it was a bunch of different ages and races, everyone was there to have fun, and the band made it an enjoyable experience. Same with the Goo Goo Dolls, but I know they're good people that work really hard and deserve the success they have. You may argue that they suck, but it's a matter of taste. I've learned a lot about the music business through them and I'm so glad I don't work in it. It's an awful time to be a musician and if you actually have talent, it doesn't matter...it's all about how you are marketed and how you can sell your image to the masses. Some musicians are good businessmen, but in general it's a really bad time for the industry. That's part of the reason why music sucks so bad right now.
