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I thought it be cool, seeing how SS is an international community, that people recommend cool bands from around where they live (city, state or province or whatever you got where you live). Bands that probably aren't well known in the great big world.
I'll start with three from my home town of Aarhus, Denmark:
I chose this one because the video, although pretty boring, kind of reminds me of one of my scripts (Yeah, you'll never guess which one...). The song is nice and mellow and the band is awesome. The lead singer has the best live vocals I've ever heard in a rock band.
What good is promoting local bands on an international forum? It's not as if thteir CD's will be available everywhere. And people only travel so far for a local band.
What good is promoting local bands on an international forum? It's not as if thteir CD's will be available everywhere. And people only travel so far for a local band.
Phil
Two things:
CD's? Most people I know don't use CD's anymore. They use Mp3s. iTunes, anyone? They are available everywhere. That being said, 90% of my music collection comes from amazon.com or the likes. Welcome to the 21st century.
If you had followed the links, you would see that I'm not talking about a cheap unsigned local alt. rock band struggling with their first Demo, but simply bands that are from your local area that may not have had an international breakthrough.
Two out of three of the bands I've mentioned are going on a U.S. tour this year and next.
It's simply about listening to new music that you wouldn't be exposed to otherwise, Phil. You don't have to participate, but I think you're inventing problems that really aren't there.
"The Flux capacitor. It's what makes time travel possible."
All my CD's have shoe prints on 'em. Or they're sticky with beer. I know, I'm a classy guy
Anyway, I'll offer up the Soviettes -- they've broken up though. Also, and I'm sure most are familiar with these guys, The Replacements -- long dead, but if you want a taste of the Twin Cities, listen to "Skyway."
You don't have to participate, but I think you're inventing problems that really aren't there.
I am participating; it's just not the way you'd like me to.
The problem with this thread is that people will name their local bands and it will end there. There won't be discussion of the bands themselves. Similar threads have happened with naming favorite movies and favorite directors. In the end, all you have is a list.
Throwin a plug up here for Dropkick Murphys...Bein a Boston Guy, these guys are the real deal...Got a new CD coming out in September...These guys have tweaked thier sound alot from hardcore punk to now more of celtic flavor, which given the Beantown roots fits real well...You might know them from the opening of the Departed...Consider yourselves plugged, boys...
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I am participating; it's just not the way you'd like me to.
The problem with this thread is that people will name their local bands and it will end there. There won't be discussion of the bands themselves. Similar threads have happened with naming favorite movies and favorite directors. In the end, all you have is a list.
Phil
This thread is about recommendations, plugging interesting local music to other music lovers around the world who wouldn't otherwise be exposed to it. So how exactly are you participating?
Keep in mind you don't have to opine on everything. Sometimes silence speaks volumes. If you think the thread is useless, don't bump it. Pretty simple.
This thread us not a discussion thread per se, but you're right all we end up with is a list. We have to find the music ourselves. I'm sorry if I may sound condescending, but it doesn't seem like you're terribly familiar with the concept of iTunes or Peer-to-peer software like Limewire or Kazaa, because that's when the lists come in handy.
Much like a cooking recipe, you need to go get the ingredients yourself.
Again, if you want to to participate, please try to stay on topic and recommend some music.
Thanks.
"The Flux capacitor. It's what makes time travel possible."
Throwin a plug up here for Dropkick Murphys...Bein a Boston Guy, these guys are the real deal...Got a new CD coming out in September...These guys have tweaked thier sound alot from hardcore punk to now more of celtic flavor, which given the Beantown roots fits real well...You might know them from the opening of the Departed...Consider yourselves plugged, boys...
Yeah, Dropkick Murphys are great. I love their sound and the variety of influences they draw into their music.
"The Flux capacitor. It's what makes time travel possible."
I checked out the groups you posted, and, although not really my style, it is cool to see what folks in other places are listening too. As writers, I think that's a dimension that I think that rounds out a character. Makes a big difference if someone is listening to Junior Boys Techno-Pop on thier IPOD vs Rodrigo's Concierto de Aranjuez. A few of the short scripts used this to good effect, like the kid wearing the Korn tshirt. Tells me alot about that character just from that one detail. (A good example is Jack Black in School of Rock, as his character was a totally committed to the music he loved). I'm a metal guy, which is seems to be more popular in Europe than the US (Although we certainly have some standout artists here)...Particularly looking forward to new Arch Enemy coming out in Sept...you can check out the slammin' new track at http://www.Archenemy.net..
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