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Death Monkey |
Posted: August 8th, 2007, 2:21pm |
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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: Carpark North - HumanI'm not a huge fan of the band as such but I love this song and the video is awesome. Even if they kinda rip off the beat from My Sharona. Veto - We are not your friendsI 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. Spleen United - Spleen UnitedWe make kinda artsy videos in Denmark, huh? |
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dogglebe |
Posted: August 8th, 2007, 9:56pm |
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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.
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Death Monkey |
Posted: August 9th, 2007, 12:38am |
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LocationThe All Spin Zone Posts983 Posts Per Day 0.15 |
Quoted from dogglebe 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.
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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. |
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Seth |
Posted: August 9th, 2007, 1:43am |
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CD's? Most people I know don't use CD's anymore.
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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." Seth |
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sniper |
Posted: August 9th, 2007, 2:26am |
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What's a CD?? |
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dogglebe |
Posted: August 9th, 2007, 7:06am |
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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. Phil |
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chism |
Posted: August 9th, 2007, 7:12am |
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Quoted from dogglebe In the end, all you have is a list. |
What's wrong with lists? You have something against lists, Phil? Matt. |
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tomson |
Posted: August 9th, 2007, 8:03am |
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What's a CD?? |
I like CD's. In fact I want more of them.... |
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sniper |
Posted: August 9th, 2007, 8:28am |
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LocationNorthern Hemisphere Posts2249 Posts Per Day 0.48 |
Quoted from tomson
I like CD's. In fact I want more of them....
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We're talking about Compact Discs here, not Cross Dressers, right? Why not Vinyl while you're at it? |
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tomson |
Posted: August 9th, 2007, 9:20am |
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Why not Vinyl while you're at it? |
The return on CD's is better... |
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Blakkwolfe |
Posted: August 9th, 2007, 9:27am |
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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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dogglebe |
Posted: August 9th, 2007, 9:50am |
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You have something against lists, Phil? |
I have a lot of things against lists. Do you want all of them? Or just the top ten. Phil |
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Death Monkey |
Posted: August 9th, 2007, 10:20am |
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Quoted from dogglebe
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.
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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. |
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Death Monkey |
Posted: August 9th, 2007, 10:24am |
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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. |
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Blakkwolfe |
Posted: August 9th, 2007, 12:54pm |
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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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Shelton |
Posted: August 9th, 2007, 1:10pm |
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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. |
I don't know about Phil, but I'm certainly hip to the times. In fact, just the other day I was listening to this great new band, "Led" something. |
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tomson |
Posted: August 9th, 2007, 1:25pm |
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I don't know about Phil, but I'm certainly hip to the times. In fact, just the other day I was listening to this great new band, "Led" something.
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Yeah me too. Led Hindenburgh or something like that |
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seamus |
Posted: August 9th, 2007, 1:37pm |
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Love the Replacements! Great call!
Saw The Dropkicl Murphy's last summer at one of the last shows at CBGB.
For Philly bands, check out Marah. Especially if you like the Replacements. My favorite band ever and the second best live band you'll ever see.
And they're not local, but the other band that everyone should check out is the Drive By Truckers. Best live show you'll ever see. |
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dogglebe |
Posted: August 9th, 2007, 8:34pm |
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Yeah me too. Led Hindenburgh or something like that
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That group will never last. Their popularity will go up like a Led Balloon. Phil |
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tomson |
Posted: August 9th, 2007, 9:19pm |
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Oh, just leave it up to you Phil to bring a whole lotta love into the conversation. Just ramble on why won't you?
Btw, I'm going to California soon. You wanna come along?
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dogglebe |
Posted: August 9th, 2007, 9:35pm |
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I might be going to Shriekfest, this October. Either this, or go to London (to bother Andy). When are you going?
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Posted: August 9th, 2007, 9:52pm |
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tomson |
Posted: August 9th, 2007, 9:57pm |
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You will not be dissappointed. |
I can't say I was impressed by that. I think I rather watch the Led Hindenburghs |
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Posted: August 9th, 2007, 10:03pm |
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Posted: August 9th, 2007, 10:05pm |
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Blakkwolfe |
Posted: August 10th, 2007, 7:53am |
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Randy, thanks for the You Tube posts. Muse sounds great live, not just an excellent studio band. Oh well, time to take to my Black Dog outside before his levee breaks, and well, that'd be nobody's fault but mine... |
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elis |
Posted: August 10th, 2007, 8:23am |
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This little clip will mainly be for the guys. It's not my favorite band or artiste but I'm sure you'll enjoy it. A friend of mine sent it. A little slow to start but hang in there and you'll enjoy it...promise. http://www.elisabethdubois.com/media/showem-1.wmv |
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Posted: August 10th, 2007, 9:24am |
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randyshea |
Posted: August 10th, 2007, 9:25am |
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Randy, thanks for the You Tube posts. Muse sounds great live, not just an excellent studio band. Oh well, time to take to my Black Dog outside before his levee breaks, and well, that'd be nobody's fault but mine... |
All from my little ole camera. Have a couple from Seattle and Tucson as well. |
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tomson |
Posted: August 10th, 2007, 9:25am |
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Elis!! Truthfully though, I enjoyed that one more than some of the other ones posted here. I have a question for you writers out there. Do any of you have your iTunes sorted in order of genre like drama, drama sad, drama love, drama happy, action/thriller, comedy, horror and so on. Just wondering because I listen mostly to music to get me in the right mood for what I'm writing. I have a feeling I might be the odd one out though. |
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CindyLKeller |
Posted: August 10th, 2007, 10:31am |
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elis, That was cute! Reminded me about my ex-son-in-law. He sings in the band Noctu, and had a T-shirt that said: Show me your boobies I'm with the band. LOL |
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sniper |
Posted: August 10th, 2007, 11:45am |
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Blakkwolfe |
Posted: August 10th, 2007, 12:01pm |
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Elis! WHOOOOOOO Dawgies, that's some funny stuff right thar, don't care who ya'are!!!
Pia, that's a great idea. Sometimes I'll set up a playlist of an imaginary soundtrack more according to character than scenario. I'm researching a story that takes place in the Rural South during the 50's, dealing with music segregation issues. One guy is a Kerouac beatnik, so I've got all bop jazz playlist set up for him (Bird, Gillespie, Miles, Satchmo) one for the white bread teens (Pat Boone, Patsy Kline-ugh, Big Band), and the Blues/proto rock for some of the more progressive kids (Robt Johnson, Jackie Brentson, Early Elvis, Chuck, Little Richard etc). It's a fun way to approach the characters as I try to get in thier heads a bit more...Excellent tip, though. I'm gonna do that. Thanks! |
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Death Monkey |
Posted: August 12th, 2007, 9:03am |
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Yes, oddly enough it's really growing on me too. They opened for Justin Timberlake, didn't they? |
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sniper |
Posted: August 12th, 2007, 9:10am |
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I believe it was Natasha Beddingfield who opened for Timberlake. They might have though. My wife went to the concert, but they stood in line for two hours so they missed the opening acts. |
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Death Monkey |
Posted: August 12th, 2007, 10:40am |
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