Bands That Don’t Matter

Out of the numerous letters I’m sure you received regarding Robert Hilburn’s article on the “20 Bands That Matter,” did anyone ask, “Does anyone really care?”

If Springsteen, U2 and Guns N’ Roses are bands that matter, please let me place my hat over my heart and state “Rock is dead.” Pseudo-political lyrics, three-chord songs and bad attitudes don’t a band make.

Like most, I’m in no position to pick 20 bands that matter. In fact, I’m a KISS fan. But heck, I wouldn’t even think of putting them on the same list as Elton John, the Who, James Brown and others. This leads me to wonder why Mr. Hilburn continually puts Springsteen on his lists. . . .

DEREK IPAKTCHIAN

Tarzana