All In the Family

admin · Post by **admin** » Sat Apr 28, 2007 1:58 am

Assuming that musical talents are part inherited, part learned and part politics, I would like to explore the success of the children of famous 1960s artists.

To that end, what offspring of famous 1960s artists in the UK and the US would themselves claim a position on the charts that rivaled that of their parents? Was their success preferential treatment, talent or perhaps both. I would be interested in your analysis of this subject.

wmthor · Post by **wmthor** » Sat Apr 28, 2007 3:51 am

I can't really think of any offspring of a famous 60's artist that I've listened too and liked.

However, it's a different story with country music.

leesh · Post by **leesh** » Sat Apr 28, 2007 7:38 am

Rufus Wainwright? Never really cracked the U.S. (had a couple singles and had some success with his cover of Jeff Buckley's Hallelujah which appeared in "Shrek") but he's a hit in the UK. I don't think his parents had much influence on his succes...he's just a very talented guy.

royclough · Post by **royclough** » Sat Apr 28, 2007 8:08 am

Can't think of many off top of my head, but at moment here in UK possibly even US, not up on today's scene as they say, one act that is apparently huge is Muse, the lead singer Matt Bellamy is the sone of one George Bellamy, name may not immediately strike a chord but I am sure all of you in US and Canada recall Telstar by The Tornados, George was an original member.

einar · Post by **einar** » Sat Apr 28, 2007 8:09 am

Jeff Buckley reached a level of success that his father Tim never did.

kenposurf · Post by **kenposurf** » Sat Apr 28, 2007 12:31 pm

This may hurt..Frank/Nancy Sinatra

rictified · Post by **rictified** » Sat Apr 28, 2007 3:48 pm

How about Dylans' son's band? Forgot the name but they're pretty good. The Wallflowers. I don't think he rode on his father's coat tails at all. Ringo Starr's son is doing pretty good playing with various bands also although not a star.

kenposurf · Post by **kenposurf** » Sat Apr 28, 2007 5:43 pm

Nat King Cole/Natalie Cole

wmthor · Post by **wmthor** » Sun Apr 29, 2007 1:35 am

George, I didn't consider Frank Sinatra or Nat King Cole since they were famous long before the 60s began.

admin · Post by **admin** » Sun Apr 29, 2007 1:47 am

I have always found it interesting that so few big stars had children that would also have consistent chart success. While the children of The Beatles have had their time on the music scene, for example, none of them have soared up the charts.

A great illustration that predictable success in the music business is more complicated and dynamic than our understanding of heredity and environment would have us believe.

kenposurf · Post by **kenposurf** » Sun Apr 29, 2007 8:13 am

True Richard..but the Frank and Nancy both charted in the 60's...

einar · Post by **einar** » Sun Apr 29, 2007 10:44 am

Zac Starkey may not have surpassed his father when it comes to success. But I noticed just recently how powerful a drummer he is! I hope Ringo is proud!

lyle_from_minneapolis · Sun Apr 29, 2007 3:18 pm

I am always surprised when the children of greats are even GOOD. I would think the odds would be against it, frankly. But Rufus Wainwright is indeed an exceptional and original artist---if fact, his sister is pretty good too. Of course, both of their parents were successful recording artists, so maybe they had a leg up. I was surprised at how good Julian Lennon was...say, what ever happened to...

Jason Bonham is also a good drummer.

rictified · Post by **rictified** » Mon Apr 30, 2007 5:42 pm

Who is Rufus Wainright? Dead Skunk in the Middle of the Road?
I think both Zak and JB are doing very well as drummers.

kenposurf · Post by **kenposurf** » Mon Apr 30, 2007 6:22 pm

Rufus/Carla Thomas