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Welcome to Implode's Song Roulette!
This roulette is pretty straight forward.
The contestants are:
-Cup
-H
-RaphaelRaven
-Nekov
-Ravenheart
-orcus116
-Iarwain
-YtseBitsySpider
-energythief
There will be 8 rounds.
1. Short and Sweet
2. Lovably Light
3. Hella Heavy
4. Incredible Instrumental
5. Can Listen Only Once
6. Before my Time
7. Round of Second Chances
8. Anything and Everything
The parameters of these rounds will be explained in detail as the rounds come up. Each member will have up to 24 hours after the I post the round to submit a song, but I'll start listening as soon as all are in, of course. PM me if you need an extension. I'll be using a song rating system from 1 to 5, 5 being the highest/best. The rating applied to a submitted song will yield an equal number of points. Highest amount of points at the end wins!
https://www.last.fm/user/Implode573
I only got Last.fm within the past few months, so I haven't had a chance to scobble my entire collection, but I'd say it's good enough to get an idea. Generally I consider myself to have a very open mind about music. I'll listen to anything, but keep in mind a few things as you're submitting songs. All ratings will be completely subjective to me. While I have a hard time saying any genre of music objectively sucks certain sounds, such as modern pop, screaming vocals, and modern country don't exactly do it for me. However, feel to submit whatever you want if you're confident I'll like it. Also, as I already have a large collection of soundtracks and classical music, there's no need to send me any of that. If you send me a song that I already know, I'll notify you and let you pick another song at no penalty. After all, I'm trying to discover music that is mostly new to me.
Good luck to all!
The first round is part of a bunch of over used themes:
1. Short and Sweet!
Submit a song that is less than 4 minutes in length!
GOGOGO!
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You know? I think the music I listen to has changed my perception of what a short song is.
The other day I had about 3 minutes before I had to leave so I thought: "Oh, I'll just put on a short song before I go".
Out of all the songs I came up with, the shortest one was just over 4 and a half minutes long.
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Sent. Took a bit of a gamble.
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Sent. Let's see how it fares.
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Sent. Hope you like.
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I've done sent mine
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I have an idea of what kind of song to send, now I just have to hunt it down.
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Implode, what is the rule with sending songs by the same artist in later rounds?
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No more than two songs from the same artist can be submitted by a contestant.
Is that good?
And so far I've received 6 out of 9 submissions.
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Sent, took a chance.
P.S.: This is my first roulette participation, so is there a protocol for where the audio should come from? I sent a YouTube link, but maybe that's a bad idea?
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Grooveshark's a good bet. I've used Youtube as a last ditch, though.
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As 24 hours from yesterday morning would put us at THIS morning at 11, I'll take an extention until this evening please.
You'll have it this evening.
:spider:
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No problem. I just don't want people taking days if at all possible.
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Im at work that's all, so I can't view your lastfm from here, nor browse my own musical catalogue and pick something.
So.
ya.
Later this evening.
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Sent mine yesterday late afternoon.
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These are results for round 1 in order of submission! I apologize for the short comments...I'm not so good at putting feelings of songs into many words.
orcus116 - MoneyGrabber by Fitz and the Tantrums
This song had me dancing at my desk not too long after it started playing. It's just a really fun song, and I'm a sucker for horn sections. It was short, upbeat, and easy to listen to.
4
Ravenheart - Walk Away by Sarah Fimm
As soon as the female vocals came in, I was expecting the songs to break out into a kind of Flyleaf metal way. But to my surprise (and slight relief) it never did. The smooth, flowing melodic line with the subdivision groove underneath creates a dark mood that comes across clearly and easily. It's a nice ambient listen but edging on lifeless. I bet that it's completely intentional, but hey. Like I said, I'm rating these songs as how much I like them and not how much merit I think they have as songs.
3
Iarwain - Somewhere by Hüsker Dü
This song has a great drive, and I can imagine it'd a ton of fun to perform, but unfortunately it's a bit too static for my tastes. That combined with the weaker harmonic progressions in repetition just made me visualize a menu theme from a cheap 90's skateboarding video game.
2
Nekov - Regenerator by Marco Minnemann
As soon as I saw Marco Minnemann was the artist, I was excited to listen to the song. To be honest I had not heard of him before the DT auditions, and he had me wondering what he'd do in a band setting. This song is able to be laid back while the drums maintain a sense of energy. It has a refreshing sound and a really fun vocal melody. Unfortunately it didn't quite make the next number.
3
MasterShakezula - Peaches En Regalia by Frank Zappa
I've seen many a people mention Zappa, but I haven't had the chance to hear for myself. This instrumentation is fascinating. It's just so...feel good. The solos are amazing and exciting to listen to. I can't figure out what else to say.
4
Ħ - Coil by Opeth
I've only heard a few seconds of Opeth before, and I remember thinking, "I wish could get into this music more. A lot of it is freaking beautiful." And that's exactly the case with this song. I thank you for this.
5
energythief - Touched by VAST
This song has plenty of energy. It seems like it wants to push further in the intensity and pull back further during the softer parts. Not sure what to say about this song really except that it didn't blow me away.
3
YtseBitsySpider - White Rhino Tea by Ozric Tentacles
This has some great beats. Not sure why there's a Pull Me Under ending. Is it continued in a another track, did the video just stop, or is that just the end? The ambiance created is wonderful and the key solos are great. I love that flute sound. Over all, just a pretty groovy song.
3
RaphaelRaven - Scarborough Fair by Simon and Garfunkel
This song has a nice soft atmosphere. The echoing vocals are pretty cool, and the harmonies chilling. Is that a harpsichord? Pretty cool. Unfortunately...almost no reaction from me.
3
Right now the standings are:
5 - Ħ
4 - orcus116, MasterShakezula
3 - Ravenheart, Nekov, energythief, YtseBitsySpider, RaphaelRaven
2 - Iarwain
Lots of pretty average songs out there. I'm excited to be wowed!
The second round is also part of a bunch of over used themes:
2. Lovably Light!
Submit a song that is on the lighter side! The lovably is just there for alliteration, the song doesn't have to be "lovely" so long as it's good.
GOGOGO!
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edit: nvm, read the post wrong
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Glad you dug it! Sent my next one.
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Very glad to see that you dug the Zappa tune. The man was an absolute genius, and of the small-ish portion of his discography I've heard, the album it's from, Hot Rats, is one of his highlights. And since this is Zappa we're talking, that means it's fantastic!
Anyways, sent!
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The first time I actually did well in a roulette! I'm so happy right now.
EDIT: I know you don't like screaming/harsh vocals, but the new Opeth album due Sept 2011 (called Heritage) has been confirmed to have no death vocals. There are also plenty of other "gems" from Opeth that you'd enjoy.
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I will have to look into that!
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Hmmm, you're a cagey one... hard to lock on to. Next round sent! :)
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Hmmm, you're a cagey one... hard to lock on to. Next round sent! :)
Cagey?
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Hmmm, you're a cagey one... hard to lock on to. Next round sent! :)
Cagey?
ca·gey also ca·gy (kj)
...
2. Crafty; shrewd
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I'm glad you liked it. You should check the rest of his work. He has some really cool stuff. Sent the song for the next round.
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Cool!
And guys, don't worry too much about that 24 hour rule. Just don't take more than a couple days to submit a song.
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Where are we at with the second round giant squid?
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^^I know, I was getting used to the BANG-BANG-BANG nature of this roulette, I figured it would be over by Saturday^^
Also, after reviewing his last fm, I expect to finish last.
I simply don't listen to any post rock, and very little pure prog.
Prog Metal
Power Metal
Thrash
Death
Core
these are a few of my favorite things!
Ravenheart is going to so own this roulette.....
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Also, after reviewing his last fm, I expect to finish last.
I simply don't listen to any post rock, and very little pure prog.
Yes
Styx
Rush
Tool
Muse
Van Halen
Pink Floyd
Journey
Queen
Taylor Swift
Meatloaf
Boston
REO Speedwagon
Miley Cyrus
Aerosmith
Linkin Park
endless unknown Japanese things
Duran Duran
Katy Perry
Guns'N'Roses
Metallica
Rihanna
:huh:
Ravenheart is going to so own this roulette.....
Based on that list, this roulette should be in my territory, but we'll see....
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Wft. When did I listen to Miley Cyrus, Rhianna, Taylor Swift, or Katy Perry?
And sorry for the wait, guys. The results will be up tomorrow! And don't be discouraged by what my last.fm says. I haven't been exposed to much more than that. That's what this roulette is for!
What are your guys' impressions about my music tastes so far?
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Wft. When did I listen to Miley Cyrus, Rhianna, Taylor Swift, or Katy Perry?
I gotta delete that shit now.
(https://www.dreamtheaterforums.org/forumavatars/avatar_3550.png)
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:lol Also,
What fuck the.
:facepalm:
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What are your guys' impressions about my music tastes so far?
I'll have a better gauge after this and the next round but the fact that you rather liked what I could see some around here dismissing as a poppy song is very awesome.
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What are your guys' impressions about my music tastes so far?
I like the fact that you are very open with your musical taste. I don't know a lot of people that like Yes and Miley Cirus :P.
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that like Yes and Miley Cirus :P.
WFT DID HE LISTEN TO MILEY CRYUS
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that like Yes and Miley Cirus :P.
WFT DID HE LISTEN TO MILEY CRYUS
He acted surprised when he saw that was in his last.fm, but who knows
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the fact that you rather liked what I could see some around here dismissing as a poppy song is very awesome.
I don't think you can dismiss something just because it's poppy. I know I said I dislike modern pop, but I'd say that's a different genre than what you sent me.
that like Yes and Miley Cirus :P.
WFT DID HE LISTEN TO MILEY CRYUS
He acted surprised when he saw that was in his last.fm, but who knows
energythief is just quoting me because I'm stupid, and it's funny.
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These are results for Round 2 in order of submission!
orcus116 - Campaign by Russian Circles
This is a great ambient song. I love what it does, but I wish it would develop a little bit more. So while I like, I don't like it quite as I would like a 4.
3
YtseBitsySpider - Making Memories by Rush
This is fun and upbeat. Rush sounds great as usual, but I have the same complaint as the song above. It's just a little too static to be amazing.
3
MasterShakezula - Epitaph by King Crimson
That's right. This is a big name I've never really listened to. This song is pretty great. I enjoy the very subtle build it has. It's nothing that completely blew me away.
3
Ħ - Pure Narcotic by Porcupine Tree
Great acoustic sounds in this one! I also love the chord progressions. GAH, HIPSTER BELLS. But it's okay. This song is a great listen. I'm bad with coming up with things to say though, heh.
4
energythief - Fidelity by Regina Spektor
Oh god. Oh dear. I'm sorry. So sorry. But you seemed to have picked a song that I've come to loathe. I guess I just really don't like the singer's voice. The song makes me feel sick. May god have mercy on your soul. (:lol)
1
Iarwain - I'll Come Running by Brian Eno
This is song is okay. It's a got a good vibe, and it's very easy to listen to. But that's about it. :-\
3
Nekov - Utopia by Tony Levin
Another very laid back song here. It's okay. I like the sound, but it just goes on while not really building or doing anything exciting. Doesn't quite make average, though.
2
Ravenheart - Loose Ends by Imogen Heap
Cool poppy beat. It wasn't too exciting though. It had really fun vocals. Yeah. Um. *cough*
2
RaphaelRaven - Landslide by Fleetwood Mac
Hey. I know this song. But I knew that you wanted to submit it whether I liked it or not, so whatever. The songs brings back memories; I'm just not sure what of. Good but not great.
3
Sorry about the horrible commentary I gave. I guess I was just feeling like there wasn't much to say. Also the average rating was lower this time. I blame the category. :lol This next round will be better. I'm sure of it.
Right now the standings are:
9 - Ħ
8
7 - orcus116, MasterShakezula
6 - YtseBitsySpider, RaphaelRaven
5 - Iarwain, Nekov, Ravenheart
4 - energythief
The third round is also part of a bunch of over used themes:
3. Hella Heavy!
Submit a song that is on the heavier side! I'm excited for this. I haven't really gotten any heavy songs yet. :biggrin:
GOGOGO!
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Lots of great stuff that round!
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I tought you would like that song :'(
Just to be clear for this round. We have to send a heavy song right?
The third round is also part of a bunch of over used themes:
3. Hella Heavy!
Submit a song that is on the lighter side! I'm excited for this. I haven't really gotten any heavy songs yet. :biggrin:
GOGOGO!
You kinda say heavy, then light, then heavy again.
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:facepalm:
Oh no! My laziness is revealed! Now I'll have to kill you. (Send me a heavy song.)
I tought you would like that song :'(
And don't feel bad. Like I said, I blame the category. :P
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Hmmm this is gonna be tough, mostly cause I don't really listen to heavy stuff.
EDIT: I see you like Avenged Sevenfold -- so screaming sometimes does it for you?
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Hmmm this is gonna be tough, mostly cause I don't really listen to heavy stuff.
EDIT: I see you like Avenged Sevenfold -- so screaming sometimes does it for you?
Well, I like newer Avenged. The first two albums (which are all mostly screaming) don't do it for me. :lol I really like songs like A Little Piece of Heaven, Fiction, Unbound, but not God Hates Us, or their older stuff. Generally, screaming doesn't please me, but there's always exceptions.
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Sent.
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Sent. Not really sure about this one.
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energythief - Fidelity by Regina Spektor
Oh god. Oh dear. I'm sorry. So sorry. But you seemed to have picked a song that I've come to loathe. I guess I just really don't like the singer's voice. The song makes me feel sick. May god have mercy on your soul. (:lol)
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:facepalm:
Ok, let's try something different. Sent.
EDIT: PM could not be sent to 'Implode' as their inbox is full!
Sent to your Hotmail.
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energythief - Fidelity by Regina Spektor
Oh god. Oh dear. I'm sorry. So sorry. But you seemed to have picked a song that I've come to loathe. I guess I just really don't like the singer's voice. The song makes me feel sick. May god have mercy on your soul. (:lol)
1
:facepalm:
Ok, let's try something different. Sent.
EDIT: PM could not be sent to 'Implode' as their inbox is full!
Sent to your Hotmail.
I don't have hotmail....
But I cleaned out my inbox.
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Oh lord, just noticed you dissed Regina's voice. I'm pretty sure that should be a bannable offence...
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I never dissed her voice.
And just so everyone knows, I'm not going to be at my computer much until Monday. So that's when the next round will be up. Sorry for the delay.
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I don't have hotmail....
Sorry, I meant gmail. It was from MY hotmail lol.
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Everything's ready except for one. Have problems with a submission. Results should be up today.
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Everything's ready except for one. Have problems with a submission. Results should be up today.
I resent it.
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hah hah..last place for you thief!
LOL
kidding kidding.
im sure your submission will be memorably memorable.
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I think it'll be more questionably questionable.
Good or bad?
That's an open question.
Or is it?
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What the hell are you saying? :lol
Now that everyone has their submission in, and I'm not busy packing for college, here are results for Round 3 in order of submission!
Ħ - Dark Chest of Wonders by Nightwish
I've listened to Nightwish, but nothing ever caught my attention. This is a pretty rockin' song. The power of the song with the harmonic structure of the chorus makes it resemble a kind of glory metal song. But heavier and less cheesy...maybe not less cheesy. Not sure about that.
4
orcus116 - Little Smoke by This Will Destroy You
The best part about this song is waiting for it to start lol. No but really. This song is fascinating. Such a powerful build and epic feeling. It's great. But unfortunately I have no desire to really listen to it again. Most of the time I can't tell what the hell is going on. :-\
2
YtseBitsySpider - Night Comes Clean by Soilwork
This is a really fun song. I love the chorus, and the guitar solo is pretty cool. The vocals are pushing it, but the rest of the song is so great, it still gets a
4
Nekov - The Wolf Is Loose Mastodon
I love the drumming in this song. Unfortunately, the the lack of dynamic color of the song kind of slows it down for me.
2
MasterShakezula - Into the Void by Black Sabbath
This song is okay. Good groove, and I enjoy the change in the B section. The solo at the end pretty neat too.
3
RaphaelRaven - Kashmir by Led Zeppelin
I've only heard this song in passing. I've never really paid attention to it. Great song. This has had the best vocals so far.
4
Iarwain - Collapse Generation by Arcturus
Exciting. Very exciting. I'm not sure what else to say.
3
Ravenheart - Unforgivable Sin by Evergrey
This song was good. It was emotional, and heavy. I'm bad at describing this song.
3
energythief - Dance of the Manatee by Fair to Midland
Pretty cool song. I really like the vocal melody. Good job with this one.
4
Right now the standings are:
13 - Ħ
12
11
10 - YtseBitsySpider, MasterShakezula, RaphaelRaven
9 - orcus116
8 - Iarwain, Ravenheart, energythief
7 - Nekov
The fourth round is also part of a bunch of over used themes:
4. Incredible Instrumental!
Submit a song that doesn't use vocals! That's the only parameter. :biggrin:
GOGOGO!
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Do you still like video game music?
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Mmm, this is getting bad really quick for me :-\ Hope you like the one I just sent
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Do you still like video game music?
I do, but I'm not looking to get any more out of this. I already have so much.
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About the reaction I was expecting. Oh well.
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I am literally at a loss this round. I simply don't listen to music without vocals. I'm going to have to explore some new music too. :lol
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EDIT: I know you don't like screaming/harsh vocals, but the new Opeth album due Sept 2011 (called Heritage) has been confirmed to have no death vocals.
Totally off-topic, but for real? I do like death vocals but at the same time much prefer cleans (really depends).
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Sent.
I am literally at a loss this round. I simply don't listen to music without vocals. I'm going to have to explore some new music too. :lol
You're one step ahead of numbers at least.
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You're one step ahead of numbers at least.
numbers
numbers
HAVE I NOT KNOWN THIS WHOLE TIME?
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Do you remember any of his anti-instrumental rants? Hilarious stuff.
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Oh. I thought you were talking about something else.
But yes. H is better off. :lol
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This round would be one of my strong rounds, and I went a little off the board even for me rather than something obvious.
I'd say 50% of my music collection has no vocals.
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I'd say 50% of my music collection has no vocals.
OH GOD THE IRONY!!!
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I'd say 50% of my music collection has no vocals.
OH GOD THE IRONY!!!
That only means next time he expresses this he has to mime it.
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Im a tad concerned. Did this roulette just...............................................implode?
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Oh ho ho ho!
No it's hasn't. I've just moving into college. No access to my computer. But it will continue soon (see trying for today)! And not have dumb delays after that!
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College IS an acceptable reason.
Get back to us when you can.
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I CAN!
Again, sorry for the delay! Time for the results of round 4!
YtseBitsySpider - Riding the Tide by Arena
Oh oh! I love love love this. The synth is so nice sounding. The changing meter is a great driver of the song, and the harmonic progression create a beautiful psychedelic rainbows with golden clouds with shimmering water picture. I need to get off the acid. Anyway, think you for this.
5
Nekov - Digital ayatollah by Spinetta Jade
This song is interesting. There are some really nice grooves, and the dissonant melodies are catchy. It's like...smooth jazz, but not.
3
Iarwain - On Impulse by Animals As Leaders
Good stuff here. When that electronic beat came in, I was like :metal. But then it went away... Anyway, it's still pretty good.
3
orcus116 - Welcome to Bangkok by Brand new
This song is decent. It has a good build. But just kind of blah for me.
3
RaphaelRaven - Bouree by Jethro Tull
That was a great performance! I love his enthusiasm, and his tone is beautiful.
4
energythief - In The Hall of the Mountain King by Electric Light Orchestra
I was expecting In the Hall of the Mountain King, but the songs starts with William Tell Overture. :lol I thought it was an okay rendition. I preferred Edvard Grieg's original better though. It kind of lacks the frantic horror that the story needs.
2
MasterShakezula - Nuttville by Buddy Rich
I love screaming trumpet, and bebop is my favorite genre of jazz. Great pick. I enjoyed it.
4
Ravenheart - Just Like You Imagined by Nine Inch Nails
The song was okay. NIN makes pretty good ambient things. Slightly bland for me, not bad over all.
3
Ħ - Count Bubba by Gordon Goodwin's Big Phat Band
This song's pretty good. I enjoy jazz, so good choice.
4
A lot of average songs again.
Right now the standings are:
17 - Ħ
16
15 - YtseBitsySpider
14 - RaphaelRaven, MasterShakezula
13
12 - orcus116
11 - Iarwain, Ravenheart
10 - Nekov, energythief
The fifth round is interesting.
5. Can Listen Only Once!
Submit a song that will immediately catch my attention! I'll only listen to it once before giving it a rating.
GOGOGO!
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HELL YEAH COUNT BUBBA
Great tune!
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HELL YEAH COUNT BUBBA
Great tune!
:tup :tup
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B.... bland?
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B.... bland?
yeah I was about to ask this
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Sorry. I don't know if bland is the right word, but either way, I didn't get into it. :-/
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Sent.
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Sent
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Sent a couple hours ago, but forgot to mention it.
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I've sent as well. Feeling really good about it.
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I clearly can't pick 'em. Sending next now!
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Sent.
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Gonna get mine in soon.
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better update the participant list....it appears a raven..has changed his heart...and is a tad more Zany now.
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Fucking Nick and the fucking nickname thread.
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Sent?
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and Masteshake is a woman???
Who knew!
LOL
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Actually, Yste, she's a horse.
(https://img718.imageshack.us/img718/379/horseu.jpg)
Sent btw.
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A real horse??
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v0-oJZ4GbvY
No sir.
I don't like it.
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We're slipping off the first page here people.....
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Sorry! I'll try to post results today! The last song just got submitted yesterday, but I have a full schedule to day. I'll try my best.
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Time for the results of round 5!
Ħ - Hyperventilate by Frost*
Wow. This is beautiful. It really is. You know me, man. KNOW ME. Thank you for this. Thank you.
5
YtseBitsySpider - A Criminal Mind (featuring Lawrence Gowan) by Styx
Great performance, and a beautiful song. They always put on a great show. I loved the vocal melody and the piano of course.
4
MasterShakezula - Questions 67 and 68 by Chicago
Another good song! You people are doing great! It's really fun. The instrumental break before the last chorus is what made it for me.
4
Nekov - Astral Entrance / Master Of Sensation by Eloy
The soft intro, or Astral Entrance I'm assuming, is really nice. The rest is okay. Nothing super special, but still good. Great vibe.
3
energythief- Peacemaker Die by Extreme
This song has a really good chorus. It's a great and simple hard rock song. And great sample usage as well.
3
Iarwain - Gleam in Ranks by Maudlin of The Well
Good and powerful song. Kind of forgetful for me though.
3
RaphaelRaven - Thick as a Brick by Jethro Tull
Are you fucking kidding me? I have to sit through this? :lol I have a feeling this song might be better in another category. Long songs tend to be growers (lol). I have a feeling that's what this song has to be. It's just kind of okay. Some good stuff, but nothing blew me away.
3
orcus116 - That Kind Of Man by The Heavy
This song has a really nice groove. (I use that word too much. Sorry about my limited descriptive vocabulary.) Had my head nodding. It never really went any further than that though.
3
Ravenheart - Panic by Anathema
Oh! This is a really nice song! Simple, but compelling! The chorus is really fun, and I'd love to sing along.
4
Great round, everyone! Nothing below average!
Right now the standings are:
22 - Ħ
21
20
19 - YtseBitsySpider
18 - MasterShakezula
17 - RaphaelRaven
16
15 - orcus116, Ravenheart
14 - Iarwain
13 - Nekov, energythief
Ħ still has a dominating lead while the pack is spreading out in the middle!
The sixth round is something I'm excited for.
6. Before My Time!
Submit a song that was released before the year 1991. That shouldn't be too hard!
GOGOGO!
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Ħ - Hyperventilate by Frost*
Wow. This is beautiful. It really is. You know me, man. KNOW ME. Thank you for this. Thank you.
Thanks. The rest of the album is totally worth checking out (Milliontown). It's really something.
This round is gonna be tricky, because I basically don't listen to old stuff. But I have an idea.
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Sent. Fingers crossed.
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huge lead...pffffft...he's got three points on me, and I was born in 74'.......let me dig something up.
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I can't seem to be able to send you something you really like... I'll send the next one tonight.
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Ooooo...here it comes.
And, because I'm a canuck....it's Canadian.
This guy is so ignored in the annals of Canadian rock history it's staggering.
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Just sent mine. Trying a different approach.
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Down to page 2 that won't do!
Back on to one, where it's lotz more fun!
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Thanks for the bumping. I still need three more submissions!
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Sent. Sorry for taking so long.
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Sented.
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Now that everyone is in, results will be up tonight.
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nice.
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*is excited*
I think this was my worst round so far, but I'm not too worried except if YBS totally pwns me.
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we'll see...I went, long winded, obscure, but heavily talented, and my submission may have bent the rules, we'll see if I'm penalized.
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You aren't penalized. The song was written before my time. That's how I judged it.
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Time for the results of round 6!
Ħ - Sugar Mice by Marillion
This song is really nice. It has a great laid back feeling while still being powerful and emotional. Beautiful. I had a great time listening.
4
energythief - The Prophet's Song by Queen
This is a great song! As always, great vocals from Queen. I love the journey it's goes though. This is best song you've given me so far. Keep doing good things. :lol
4
YtseBitsySpider - Try For Freedom by Frank Marino & Mahogany Rush
There's some pretty great guitar in this piece. I really love the sound, but...I hate to say...I really do. But it felt like it was just going on and on without really doing much else. It's good, but. I wish it'd develop more. Ugh. I feel really bad for saying that because I'm sure you or other fans of this song would argue it does have all the things that I say it needs. Maybe I don't know it needs. All I know is that...it just didn't amaze me. I'm sorry.
3
Nekov - The Whole Of The Moon by The Waterboys
Fun and upbeat song! I had a good time listening to it. I'm not sure what else to say about this one. Great job!
4
RaphaelRaven - Peacemaker Die by Extreme
This is a decent tune. I've always enjoyed Billy Joel. It doesn't do anything special for me particualarly, but it's not bad either.
3
Iarwain - Peel The Pain by Gentle Giant
Is it bad that I feel like you send me the same kind of songs every time? I bet it's my fault sorry. This one didn't really interest me either. It had some
good ideas in the softer bits, but over all it wasn't too enticing.
2
MasterShakezula - Get It On by Chase
While we've played this many times in our school's brass band, I've never heard the actual song. I think it's pretty fun! I can see that you're latching
onto a style now. Well it's working so far! Nice pick.
4
Ravenheart - Sea of Sorrow by Alice in Chains
I enjoyed this song a bit. It had a nice drive, but was too exciting. It was catchy, though! And I would listen again.
3
orcus116 - Baker Street by Gerry Rafferty
I found this to be really nice, relaxing, and beautiful. Good. Not great, but a good listen. I could really feel the emotion in the sax.
3
Great round, everyone! Nothing below average!
Right now the standings are:
26 - Ħ
25
24
23
22 - YtseBitsySpider, MasterShakezula
21
20 - RaphaelRaven
19 -
18 - Ravenheart, orcus116
17 - energythief, Nekov
16 - Iarwain
Ħ still has a dominating lead...I'm going by the music I swear! I sum of money I received has NOTHING to do with it! It was also really nice to see the bottom two score 4's and climb the ladder. Sorry, Iarwain. Better luck on this next round!
The seventh round is hopefully interesting.
7. Round of Second Chances
You know that song you almost sent me that one round, but then you found a better one? You remember? Yeah. THAT one. Send me that one. (If you honestly don't have a song that fits this...fake it. How will I know?)
GOGOGO!
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sented
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:D Just sent the new song.
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Im hoping maybe you just found him listen-able enough to pursue his other stuff. You're right he does just go on a bit.
The wiki about him is almost more impressive than the song.
nice song orcus...he died a couple years ago I think...I love the sax in that song...and his voice is so low and smooth.
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Sent!
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a dramatic turn of events this roulette has taken......
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a dramatic turn of events this roulette has taken......
(https://www.mylinuxisp.com/~blawrence/i-see-what-you-did-there2.jpg)
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He's unbanned now. Sorry about the confusion guys.
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Nekov, I accidentally deleted your email. Just pm me.
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Sent. For the third time. I hope I get extra points for this... :D
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Sent. For the third time. I hope I get extra points for this... :D
you certainly need them.
Do I need to resend then too?
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Sent. For the third time. I hope I get extra points for this... :D
you certainly need them.
Do I need to resend then too?
That right there... that was harsh :'(
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^^I bet you're feeling pretty "noticed" now aren't ya!?^^
(smirk)
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If you already PM'd me, I have your submission. So I have yours, ytse. :)
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Three more submissions guys.
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Who's left?
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One more. RaphaelRaven. I've contacted him so the results should be up tomorrow at the latest.
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Time for the results of round 7!
Ħ - Fear of a Blank Planet by Porcupine Tree
This is really nice. I haven't listened to a lot of PT, but generally they do it for me. It's solid, but doesn't jump out at me.
3
Iarwain - A Corporate Merger by Estradasphere
Wow. This was a fun song. The instrumentation was great, and those rhythms...just fun. Fun is the best word I can use.
4
YtseBitsySpider - Alpha Burst by Derek Sherinian
Well this was great! Just as I predicted! The driving ostinato with the solo is great. I don't know why. It...just...is. It's very cool.
4
energytheif - Blue by The Birthday Massacre
Okay. This song. Was. Terrifying. I don't even know if it was good. But it was pleasing. So I'll just give it a 3. Hahaha. It was epicly I don't know. So weird. But so interesting.
3
Nekov - In the Eye by Iluvatar
Okay. This song may be kind of simple, but I still really enjoy it. I love the synth sounds no matter how 70's they sound. Great pick! Or...not pick...then pick. Um. Yeah!
4
orcus116 - Blindfolds Aside by Protest the Hero
That was a fascinating song. So many ideas, and so driving. I liked how it end lighter than how it began. Very cool.
4
Ravenheart - Losing Myself by Nightingale
Ooh. I loved the vocals in this one. Great tone! Too bad the rest of the song wasn't as awesome. But it was still a good listen!
3
MasterShakezula - Those About to Die by Colosseum
You know, if you keep giving me jazzy stuff, it's gonna stop working! :lol This song is okay. It's not bad, but I can't find anything special with it either. Okay. I admit. The solo in the middle is pretty great. But it's not something I'd listen to all that often.
3
RaphaelRaven - 157 Riverside Avenue by REO Speedwagon
Good song. I'm not a fan of his rants he goes on. So. Yeah. Hahaha.
3
I don't know whether I'm in a good mood, or you guys are just sending really good songs! Either way it's all relative! On to the standings!
Right now the standings are:
29 - Ħ
28
27
26 - YtseBitsySpider
25 - MasterShakezula
24
23 - RaphaelRaven
22 - orcus116
21 - Nekov, Ravenheart
20 - Iarwain, energythief
I know things look dire, but there's still a lot of points to give out! I plan on pulling a Dumbledore at the end, so we'll see what happens!
8. Give Me Anything
You guys better give me a fucking good song OR SO HELP ME. Jk. But seriously.
GOGOGO!
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Well, unless YBS gets a 5 and I get a 1, then I pretty much won. :lol
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Nonsense! It's still anyone's game! notreally
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I'll think about it and send it to you tonight.
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Give....me....anything.
Right.
Im going to review your lastfm again...I have something in mind.
Will send this evening.
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Sent.
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sent via email
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Sent
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bumpity
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I have less than half of the submissions. Come on guys. SNOP TOO IT.
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..and there I was cursing you out big I.
Probably because of ADTOE that everyone is dragging their heals.
And school is back on too...bla bla bla.
had you heard mine before?
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sentity
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I have not heard your submission. Just waiting on Ravenheart now. :)
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well...seeing as how Raven has moved on to bigger and better things can we just get some reviews on the songs you do have?
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I have it! Results will be done tomorrow after all my school work.
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well...seeing as how Raven has moved on to bigger and better things can we just get some reviews on the songs you do have?
I was busy doing things ravens do.
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well...seeing as how Raven has moved on to bigger and better things can we just get some reviews on the songs you do have?
I was busy doing things ravens do.
Like eating corpses' eyes and standing in a circle and shitting on telephone lines and flying messages from King's Landing to Deepwood Motte and shit?
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Obviously.
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Obviously.
like taking creepy shirtless photos.......hurry up and submit a damn song....or you'll get a bad rep and be black listed from any roulette's in the future
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He already did. I said that last page. I hope to get the results up tonight after all my school things today.
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well...seeing as how Raven has moved on to bigger and better things can we just get some reviews on the songs you do have?
I was busy doing things ravens do.
Hauting people until they go crazy?
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Can I join this?
Thanks. I'll send a song in a little bit.
BC
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Can I join this?
Thanks. I'll send a song in a little bit.
BC
I'd recommend you go here https://www.dreamtheaterforums.org/boards/index.php?topic=18062.770 (https://www.dreamtheaterforums.org/boards/index.php?topic=18062.770) and ask to join an roulette there. This one is almost over ;)
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Obviously.
like taking creepy shirtless photos.......hurry up and submit a damn song....or you'll get a bad rep and be black listed from any roulette's in the future
1. I already submitted. :P
2. None of my photos were shirtless.
3. You're the last person on this board who should be accusing someone else of being creepy. :biggrin:
well...seeing as how Raven has moved on to bigger and better things can we just get some reviews on the songs you do have?
I was busy doing things ravens do.
Hauting people until they go crazy?
All in a day's work. Don't get on my bad side.
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you and I get chummier with every post.
(smirk)
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Let's go sit out by the lake and spend all day agreeing with each other.
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I think your hair intimidates me.....as I'm losing mine.
I can think of five or six things off the top we'd disagree about before we ever even got to the lake.
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Hey Implode, you need to post the results ASAP before this thread gets any gayer :D
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Listening now. :lol
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Time for the final results!
YtseBitsySpider - The Brotherhood of Man by Circa
This song started out great. There was a ton of power with a harmonic progression similar to the main motif of Octavarium. I don't mean to be dismissive because I know you are all sending me some of your favorite songs now, but it didn't excite me too much. It's like it started really well and high, but then it just coasted until the end.
4
Ħ - 1,000 People by Blackfield
This is a great song. It's really beautiful. Not completely as mind blowing as other things you've given, but it's still good enough for this score. I love it.
5
Nekov - Wrong by Illegal Aliens
This is a really nice one. It has a great bright feeling. It seems kind of flat though. No high points or low points. Just...level.
3
orcus116 - Limousine by Brand New
This is fascinating. The vocals are strange, but cool. I love the build near the end as well. Great pick.
4
Iarwain - 無き曲 by Boris
There was some great playing in that. Generally I don't like songs that seem just like jams, but this was alright. Not great, but okay. The beginning was really cool, then it just kind of faded in my interests.
3
RaphaelRaven - No Good Deed (From Wicked) by Stephen Schwartz
Great work. I feel the emotion, but I wouldn't expect anything less of course.
4
energythief - Shores of Avalon by MullMuzzler
Hey! That's JLB! This is pretty good song! I love the guitar sounds, and I had fun listening to this. :D
4
MasterShakezula - Incomudro by Kansas
This is a really fun song. I absolutely LOVE the keyboard sounds. Awesome. The drum solo is really cool too. Amazing pick!
5
Ravenheart - Amon-Ra by Dan Swanö
Another great song! Man, that breakdown with the piano. Awesome. I really like the melody and vocal line too!
4
Thanks for all of your songs, everyone! I've had a ton of fun doing this and being introduced to so much new music!
The standings are: (average scores)
34 - Ħ (4.3)
33
32
31
30 - YtseBitsySpider, MasterShakezula (3.8)
29
28
27 - RaphaelRaven (3.4)
26 - orcus116 (3.3)
25 - Ravenheart (3.2)
24 - Nekov, energythief (3.0)
23 - Iarwain (2.9)
Thank you again so much for all of your time.
Ħ is the winner!
You get an official certificate that you may want to frame on your wall!
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Thank you again so much! And good night!
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Congrats H :tup
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Thanks for having me! Glad you liked the buildup, it's one of the best parts of the song.
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Congrats to the winner.
Congrats to all particpants.
Glad you enjoyed the music.
For the record Implode I sent that last one, not really because it's one of my favs..I mean I enjoy that whole disc, but I though for sure I'd have a winning angle because you seem to be a YES fan. Perhaps that was my undoing at the same time...YES fans are a strange bunch as I mentioned in the pm.
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Implode, thanks for taking the time to run this roulette. Now to go back and listen to all the songs everyone submitted! :)
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I plan to!
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:)
Happy to win one! (although I played it extremely safe all the way through)
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Didn't do very well, but it was fun!
Thanks for letting me participate. Hope you liked some of what I sent.
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All songs were appreciated. :)