We can stretch the lines anyway we want, to cover our personal views, and i can accept most of what Pat is saying, and that is why it is not a good idea to label folks.

I still say as long as part of the program is "alive" it can fall into the live category. Have we not seen vocal acts perform at a show, or even a variety TV program with a recorded backing band, and be billed as live?

Still each is due his view on these matters.

As far as karaoke, it can be a lot of fun. I remember going to a karaoke party hosted by some folks we know pretty well, and it turned out to be about 250 in the crowd. All invited guest. I met two old friends i had not seen for 20 years, one a gal that used to date my brother, i did not know she sang. With my wife's blessing she and i did a killer version of a couple old duets, plus a long time friend i used to play basketball with back in the day, ask me to do a song with him, and we did a version of the everly brothers "dream" that brought the house down. If there are a few good singers it can be a great way to hone your chops in front of a crowd, and as mentioned above the occasional train wreck can be somewhat entertaining.

Notes brings up a important point, there are those that sing over the guitar alone, and most consider that a live performance. So do I, but think about it is it always a good performance? When you sing old hits with the guitar you are doing versions of the song, and most songs have more than just a guitar in them. Some are really good versions, and some are just okay, some down right suck, but it is the path the artist chooses. Me personally i would rather hear a good mix of guitar only, and some good old classic with full tracks.As long as it is lively!

Hey maybe that is the answer, we will call it Lively music! Lively music tonight featuring "xxxxxxxx"

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