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Post by Mr. Atari on Feb 23, 2011 1:57:22 GMT -5
My friend talked only good things about The Jayhawks many years ago but I didn't really take heed. That is, until, just recently when I read a full page review upon the re-issue of their two classic albums and I reckoned I should investigate. I bought this anthology and the most striking thing to me are the two singers voices which I describe as shiney and bright...very clear and pleasing to listen to. I love the Jayhawks. I actually prefer their later albums, where they turned down the Americana and turned up the pop. But they're all good.
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Post by Mr. Atari on Feb 18, 2011 12:27:22 GMT -5
Today is a good day for this one:
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Post by Mr. Atari on Feb 17, 2011 19:42:37 GMT -5
Blue Raja, I won't argue with you. Mike + The Mechanics were a great band, and the Pauls were great singers. I prefer Carrack's tracks, but you're right, there weren't really any duds.
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Post by Mr. Atari on Feb 17, 2011 17:00:21 GMT -5
I have so many disparate influences and love so many different bands and artists, it's tough to pick one. Do I pick a sentimental '80s pop act like Huey Lewis? Or a prog-rock band like Genesis or Floyd? Or maybe a classic band like The Beatles? Or the unmatched musical genius of an Otis Redding or Elvis or Queen? I'd have a hard time arguing against MonsterX's vote for Iron Maiden (or Zeppelin). On any given day, it would be true that any of those artists would be my favorite.
However, looking at the landscape of my life, past and present, I think the vote for my all-time favorite has to go to a band you've never heard of that only existed from 1988-1992: The Crucified.
They started out as a punk band, playing four-chord speed like the great '80s underground punk of D.R.I. or Minor Threat. They got a record deal and put out 2 life-changing, desert-island albums of tighter and more riff-based chunky punk (like Anthrax or Faith No More's heavier stuff). The singer sounds like a cross between Henry Rollins and Mike Patton. The tight musicianship of these guys still impresses me, especially considering how fast they played.
When I was a teenager, their lyrics hit me harder than any other band's (and I listened to just about everything). Looking back, I wonder if I still like them because their lyrics correspond to my worldview so well or if I have my worldview because of the influence of their lyrics. They were aggressive and bold, but also honest and truthful about themselves and everyone around them.
I grew out of a lot of my teen-era speed metal. I'm just not that angry anymore. But The Crucified still gets turned up LOUD in the old family truckster. Plus, it's just about the coolest band name ever.
Enjoy. Or not.
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Post by Mr. Atari on Feb 17, 2011 0:15:44 GMT -5
I'll see your Queen, and I'll raise you an even better version of it. (Not better without Freddie, but better in tribute to Freddie.)
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Post by Mr. Atari on Feb 16, 2011 22:04:40 GMT -5
I can't stop watching this or any of the other videos from the songs that followed. I still love this band. Unreal, they were/are. One of my favorites ever.
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Post by Mr. Atari on Feb 13, 2011 14:22:20 GMT -5
This is officially my favorite thread on the board. Bravo, good sir. Bra--vo.
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Post by Mr. Atari on Feb 13, 2011 14:18:51 GMT -5
Pro Sports might as well have all of their teams on The East and West Coasts! As a Rockies fan, I'm inclined to agree. But having lived through 5 Elway Super Bowls and 2 Avalanche Stanley Cups, winning does get the media's attention. Unless you're the Rockies, which means you have to deal with ignorant and condescending "well, he does play in Coors' Field" nonsense. That reminds me: pitchers and catchers report today. Watch out for Tulo, CarGo, and Ubaldo!
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Post by Mr. Atari on Feb 12, 2011 14:42:01 GMT -5
Something about this thread makes me want to post this for some reason.
This one, too.
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Post by Mr. Atari on Feb 2, 2011 2:11:56 GMT -5
Coldest temps in over 20 years here in Denver tonight.
But it's nothing compared to when we had our 100-year blizzard back in 2003. I'll never forget it. So stay warm, Chicago friends.
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Post by Mr. Atari on Jan 20, 2011 14:12:25 GMT -5
I have to go with the Packers. The game against the Falcons was one of the most dominant performances I've ever seen. The Falcons have been unbeatable at home in the last two years, and they didn't even play that badly. The Packers were that unstoppable.
The Bears beat the Seahawks.
If it stays close, count on Cutler to give it away.
In the AFC, I would like both teams to lose by 30. The Steelers play old-school football, and always have. While I enjoy that, I have no interest in seeing them in yet another Super Bowl. The Jets haven't been there in my lifetime, but I don't think I could tolerate 2 more weeks of Rex Ryan.
I think the most exciting matchup for the big game would be Packers - Steelers. So I'll probably cheer for that on Sunday.
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Post by Mr. Atari on Jan 20, 2011 14:01:22 GMT -5
Mrs. Atari likes his stuff.
I can't get over the fact that ESPN blowhard Skip Bayless is his brother.
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Post by Mr. Atari on Jan 13, 2011 11:55:19 GMT -5
Anyone want to throw down their picks?
Seattle at Chicago: I don't think Hasselbeck can pull off another career game against the Bears' defense. But I also wouldn't ever bet against Cutler's ability to throw an INT at the worst possible time. Pick: Bears
Packers at Falcons: Aaron Rodgers is really, really good. Clay Matthews is really, really good. But Matt Ryan is something like 19-1 at home. And the Falcons are the most balanced team in the NFC. Pick: Falcons
Jets at Patriots For all the bluster of Rex Ryan and co., the fact still remains that in their last game, the Patriots beat the bejeezus out of the Jets. This one shouldn't be close. Pick: Patriots
Ravens at Steelers I really don't want to see the Steelers or Patriots in the Super Bowl again. I always to prefer to see some new teams, and not the same old dynasties. But I think Roethlisberger and Polamalu are better than Flacco and Lewis. I'm hoping for a nail-biter on this one, and I hope the Ravens can pull it out. But if I were a gambling man... Pick: Steelers
But wouldn't it be great if...
The Seahawks and Packers won, leading to another home game for the Seahawks. Some commentators' heads might explode.
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Post by Mr. Atari on Jan 13, 2011 11:43:58 GMT -5
I'm the only music addict in my family. My parents never really listened to music that much. My dad likes classical, and I remember dancing around the living room to Elvis and the Beach Boys when I was a small child. But I was always the one to make sure there was music on in the car, not my parents.
I also remember listening to old time comedy recordings with my brother. I have fond memories of rolling on the floor laughing at Bill Cosby, Bob Newhart, Abbott & Costello, Jack Benny.
But it was the invention of the Walkman in the '80s that really turned me on to music.
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Post by Mr. Atari on Jan 13, 2011 11:39:40 GMT -5
So if I have my rock legend facts right...
Elvis is alive (even though he's really dead) Michael Jackson is alive (even though he's really dead) Paul is dead (even though he's really alive)
Got it.
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