For round 1, is Winger Seventeen banned?! ;DThat might get you sent to the principal's office. :lol
BANNED LIST
Beneath The Buried And Me
BANNED LIST
Beneath The Buried And Me
Great concept. I have absolutely nothing new to send from the last roulette. So this will be a challenge. :lol :metal
That's a great story about your dad TAC. I'm glad you had that kind of figure in your life to help your taste grow even though he himself wasn't into it.QuoteBANNED LIST
Beneath The Buried And Me
What band is this? ;D
For round 1, is Winger Seventeen banned?! ;D
Can the 2 songs in a round be from the same band?
Not sure what you mean exactly by Round 8 with the EP, though.
What a great theme! I’m ready to wear the dunces cap, if you’ll have me?
Also, your 2023 banned list shows how little you Gizz. How can you ban a band who will be releasing an album before we get to the 2023 round? You can’t ban what you have yet to hear (I mean, you can but you shouldn’t!).
Tim, you know how much your tribute to your dad means to me.
What a great theme! I’m ready to wear the dunces cap, if you’ll have me?
Also, your 2023 banned list shows how little you Gizz. How can you ban a band who will be releasing an album before we get to the 2023 round? You can’t ban what you have yet to hear (I mean, you can but you shouldn’t!).
If they release an album between now and that round, then you can send it. The Dinosaur album is banned!
I love the school theme, I spend way too much time reminiscing about my college semesters at the beginning of each fall.Great concept. I have absolutely nothing new to send from the last roulette. So this will be a challenge. :lol :metal
You are basically the opposite of me in these. The less preparation and thought, the higher your scores. :lol
Sounds fun, If you have any room left in the classroom?
Crap!Wouldn't bet on it. Tim and I seem to be masters of doing well in each other's roulettes but never quite winning. :lol
Congrats on the win ariich!
Love the dedication of this roulette to your dad, that's really awesome.
I'd like to play if you'll have me :) this seems interesting and I have bunch of (bad) stuff to send.
In terms of banned list, what's the deal with things you've been sent in previous roulettes? Presumably anything you've been sent is banned but other songs by the same artists are not, unless they're on your banned list?
In terms of banned list, what's the deal with things you've been sent in previous roulettes? Presumably anything you've been sent is banned but other songs by the same artists are not, unless they're on your banned list?
I was gonna ask the same thing...
Love the dedication of this roulette to your dad, that's really awesome.
Yea dude, it’s real touching :heart
In terms of banned list, what's the deal with things you've been sent in previous roulettes? Presumably anything you've been sent is banned but other songs by the same artists are not, unless they're on your banned list?
Following, I like the themes :corn
I know you want new blood for your roulette so I'll sit this one out.
For the foreign language round, does it have to be all foreign, or can there be spattering of English but a majority something else?
For the foreign language round, does it have to be all foreign, or can there be spattering of English but a majority something else?
Foreign language. Depends how much of a spattering. If it’s one line sung once, I’ll allow it.
I think I'll be cutting class for this one, I've been a bit burnt out on roulettes recently and you already have a ton of participants. :lol
Love the dedication of this roulette to your dad, that's really awesome.
Following, I like the themes :corn
I know you want new blood for your roulette so I'll sit this one out.
It's up to you..
I'll join if you still have room (and don't need round 1 sent today).
Did you see my request? Can I sign up for this class or am I on the waitlist? When one of these clowns drops, can I get in? :) :) :)
TAC's classroom:
(https://passionateteaching.files.wordpress.com/2014/01/crowded-classroom.jpg)
Ask RJ how creative and topical TAC's entries for his roulette were. ;D
Yes..any band I've been sent that is not on my Banned List is fair game. Any song I've been sent is not.Any chance you can share that with us so we don't have to spend ages trawling through 6 previous roulettes? :P
I actually just completed a master List of my roulettes, so I can cross reference anything I might question.
Yes..any band I've been sent that is not on my Banned List is fair game. Any song I've been sent is not.Any chance you can share that with us so we don't have to spend ages trawling through 6 previous roulettes? :P
I actually just completed a master List of my roulettes, so I can cross reference anything I might question.
Yes..any band I've been sent that is not on my Banned List is fair game. Any song I've been sent is not.Any chance you can share that with us so we don't have to spend ages trawling through 6 previous roulettes? :P
I actually just completed a master List of my roulettes, so I can cross reference anything I might question.
Ok, how do I do that? I have it on an Excell file. I have it all filled out except for the DTF Faves Roulette V.5. That's the one where I had everyone send from the same band.
Is a song with say part 1 in the title acceptable? I wouldn't have have but since your accepting the word numbers?! :lol
RJ. :lol
Is a song with say part 1 in the title acceptable? I wouldn't have have but since your accepting the word numbers?! :lol
So strange that he'd ask me if there's a Target nearby.
Is a song with say part 1 in the title acceptable? I wouldn't have have but since your accepting the word numbers?! :lol
Ooh...I don't know about. I'd have to lean no.
Yes please send money to my Nigerian bank account so I can help you.Yes..any band I've been sent that is not on my Banned List is fair game. Any song I've been sent is not.Any chance you can share that with us so we don't have to spend ages trawling through 6 previous roulettes? :P
I actually just completed a master List of my roulettes, so I can cross reference anything I might question.
Ok, how do I do that? I have it on an Excell file. I have it all filled out except for the DTF Faves Roulette V.5. That's the one where I had everyone send from the same band.
This totally has the makings of a scam in progress...next thing you know Tim will be down at the local store buying 2k worth of Amazon gift cards to send to England.
Do you have a Google account? If so, go to your My Drive area (https://drive.google.com/drive/my-drive) and you can just drag and drop the Excel file to upload it there.Yes..any band I've been sent that is not on my Banned List is fair game. Any song I've been sent is not.Any chance you can share that with us so we don't have to spend ages trawling through 6 previous roulettes? :P
I actually just completed a master List of my roulettes, so I can cross reference anything I might question.
Ok, how do I do that? I have it on an Excell file. I have it all filled out except for the DTF Faves Roulette V.5. That's the one where I had everyone send from the same band.
Sent! You slack losers. :)
($5 TAC sends it back though; I can't imagine he doesn't know it, even if it isn't on the list).
Sent! You slack losers. :)
($5 TAC sends it back though; I can't imagine he doesn't know it, even if it isn't on the list).
You need two songs! ;D
Sent! You slack losers. :)
($5 TAC sends it back though; I can't imagine he doesn't know it, even if it isn't on the list).
You need two songs! ;D
They're both in the playlist. I just didn't do the write up of the other one.
I won't lie, I saw the first round was math and wanted to send Milliontown, until I remembered that Hyperventilate is the name of the opening track and that Milliontown was the name of the album. and the title track is over 26 minutes I think, so that was out.
Do you have a Google account? If so, go to your My Drive area (https://drive.google.com/drive/my-drive) and you can just drag and drop the Excel file to upload it there.
Then once it's uploaded you can right click on it, select Share and then Copy Link.
Do you have a Google account? If so, go to your My Drive area (https://drive.google.com/drive/my-drive) and you can just drag and drop the Excel file to upload it there.
Then once it's uploaded you can right click on it, select Share and then Copy Link.
DONE
I HAVE ADDED IT TO THE BOTTOM OF THE BANNED LIST IN REPLY #2.
Here it is..
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1nKghpS3XfAtbSVxkUOG67Cp6yFHNoh-f/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=101327439665001478991&rtpof=true&sd=true
Don’t have the time, but can I be an honorary Sweathog?
Terrific theme!👍 Susan and I occupied our plane flight home from meeting you and Mrs. TAC (amongst other iconic Boston tourist hot spots) by writing up songs for each class period. Of course, they were all on your banned list.😀
Loved your Dad story. We know your boys (young men) have the same fondness for their old man.
Mr. Woodman might give me detention. Lol
This should be a requirement for everyone who's run more than a few roulettes. :clap:i have a list but it doesn't have which roulette or what scores or whatnot, that'd take forever :P
This should be a requirement for everyone who's run more than a few roulettes. :clap:i have a list but it doesn't have which roulette or what scores or whatnot, that'd take forever :P
Apologies Tim, I'm usually on top of sending stuff in roulettes, but I've had a super busy couple of days. I'll send something tonight at some point. :corn
Apologies Tim, I'm usually on top of sending stuff in roulettes, but I've had a super busy couple of days. I'll send something tonight at some point. :corn
Quick question, can the song for round 1 have a math term in the title, i.e. algebra, geometry, multiplication, division, etc etc?
Quick question, can the song for round 1 have a math term in the title, i.e. algebra, geometry, multiplication, division, etc etc?
Quick question, can the song for round 1 have a math term in the title, i.e. algebra, geometry, multiplication, division, etc etc?
I'll allow it.
If anyone wants to change their submission(s) based on this new information, that is fine.
Someone sent E=MC2
Someone sent E=MC2
WTF is that, Einstein?! :lol
Someone sent E=MC2
WTF is that, Einstein?! :lol
No, Ayreon!
Tim, can you introduce a dunces cap rule where whoever says the most recent dumb thing has to have a dunce cap added to their avatar and some sort of handicap applied :lol
But... won't that normally be Tim?Someone sent E=MC2
WTF is that, Einstein?! :lol
No, Ayreon!
Tim, can you introduce a dunces cap rule where whoever says the most recent dumb thing has to have a dunce cap added to their avatar and some sort of handicap applied :lol
But... won't that normally be Tim?Someone sent E=MC2
WTF is that, Einstein?! :lol
No, Ayreon!
Tim, can you introduce a dunces cap rule where whoever says the most recent dumb thing has to have a dunce cap added to their avatar and some sort of handicap applied :lol
Someone sent E=MC2
Are you wanting / expecting songs of an actual historical event (eg, Paschendale or The Manhattan Project), or can it be something more fictitious and generic (eg, Tailgunner or Witch Hunt)?
Do they make dunce caps for lizards?
(https://media.discordapp.net/attachments/1010411107069988894/1151163288596529213/puppies_on_acid_a_lizard_wizard_wearing_a_dunce_hat_with_the_le_6a799320-5c1b-4ed7-9c66-0643f0e64bdb.png)Do they make dunce caps for lizards?
Only wizard hats, but slap a D on it and we’re good to go.
Hmm could send 99 luftballons by 'Nena' for round 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5.:rollin
Hmm could send 99 luftballons by 'Nena' for round 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5.
(https://media.discordapp.net/attachments/1010411107069988894/1151163288596529213/puppies_on_acid_a_lizard_wizard_wearing_a_dunce_hat_with_the_le_6a799320-5c1b-4ed7-9c66-0643f0e64bdb.png)Do they make dunce caps for lizards?
Only wizard hats, but slap a D on it and we’re good to go.
Hmm could send 99 luftballons by 'Nena' for round 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5.
Hmm could send 99 luftballons by 'Nena' for round 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5.
HAHA, that got a genuine laugh out loud. :)
In detention hall after school.
(https://i.postimg.cc/CKDCD9Qz/20230912115310.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)
RJ looks like a guy that just stuck a banana in the back of the teacher's drawer, waiting for the payoff in a week or so... ;).
RJ looks like a guy that just stuck a banana in the back of the teacher's drawer, waiting for the payoff in a week or so... ;).
We did something like that to a cook who was leaving, we wrapped a raw oyster in a towel and buried it in his toolkit. He left it in his trunk for a week then opened it up in his house,said it took him a good two weeks to get the smell out. :lol
Yeah...we're total assholes man.
How many steaks that hit the floor were still served?
Serving up a hot plate of submissions soon, or are they best served cold? Stay tuned!
RJ looks like a guy that just stuck a banana in the back of the teacher's drawer, waiting for the payoff in a week or so... ;).
RJ looks like a guy that just stuck a banana in the back of the teacher's drawer, waiting for the payoff in a week or so... ;).
I look like I'm pleasantly trying to hold a shart in.
RJ looks like a guy that just stuck a banana in the back of the teacher's drawer, waiting for the payoff in a week or so... ;).
I look like I'm pleasantly trying to hold a shart in.
Serving up a hot plate of submissions soon, or are they best served cold? Stay tuned!
I read this in the voice of the announcer of the 60's Batman tv show. Added something on the end of your sentence.
Not shaming, but simply taking attendance..
Present Not Present
Lonestar Glasser
Faizoff Ariich
Litho Puppies
Reaper Crow
Tomislav Luke
Kingshmegland
Jingle Boy
Jamesman
Romdrums
Stadler
Wolfking
Nick
Soupy
Lethean
yeah, i may drop out of this 'cause the themes are a lot more effort than i'm willing to put forth rn especially when my tastes have been obscenely anti-TAC as of late :lol
if i don't come up with something you can consider me a dropout :P
yeah, i may drop out of this 'cause the themes are a lot more effort than i'm willing to put forth rn especially when my tastes have been obscenely anti-TAC as of late :lol
if i don't come up with something you can consider me a dropout :P
Stay In School!
I'm in!!! Your banned list is making this rough.
RJ looks like a guy that just stuck a banana in the back of the teacher's drawer, waiting for the payoff in a week or so... ;).
I look like I'm pleasantly trying to hold a shart in.
It's the pleasantly part that's really disturbing :lol
Serving up a hot plate of submissions soon, or are they best served cold? Stay tuned!
I read this in the voice of the announcer of the 60's Batman tv show. Added something on the end of your sentence.
yeah, i may drop out of this 'cause the themes are a lot more effort than i'm willing to put forth rn especially when my tastes have been obscenely anti-TAC as of late :lol
if i don't come up with something you can consider me a dropout :P
Stay In School!
Sent!
Tim, luckily you didn’t include a P.E. round (gym for you ‘muricans), as Glasser would’ve submitted a song about missing the lesson due to menstruation. I mean, I hope he works at least one song in this way.
I eagerly await your EP.
Round 1 sent. I don't have Spotify so I sent titles. Going forward can I send Bandcamp links?
I eagerly await your EP.
This entire roulette is based around 8 "Periods"! :rollin
Won't be able to send tonight I'm afraid, but should be fine to do it tomorrow. Looking forward to this roulette!
It’s almost like everyone was expecting the host to be threatening detention already.
STFU bully.
STFU bully.
Never was. I was the. Lass clown. Lol
*raises hand*
May I please go to the bathroom?
STFU bully.
Never was. I was the. Lass clown. Lol
You’re a lass alright.*raises hand*
Yes?
May I please go to the bathroom?
*punches James in the bladder so he pees himself in front of the girks*
Shit, I graduated college! :lolYou sure?
Did you guys even finish school? Your spelling is atrocious!
alright, i decided i'm gonna sleep thru class with this roulette but i do have round 1 in
Shit, I graduated college! :lolYou sure?
(https://media.tenor.com/f_F5GiQd5CYAAAAC/fan-i-skipt-skool.gif)
Just waiting on the Pupster!Sorry, I actually have my first 3 rounds picked out. Did that last night. Fell asleep before I could type up a PM. It's only Tuesday and it's already been a rough week... :|
Tim - were those bonus letter because MATH is hard??
Vanden Plas - Three Ghosts. Chad.
What or who is 'close' in relation to Chad? :lol
Immortal.
Sponge? Doesn't TAC already know them?
Katatonia - "The One You Are Looking For Is Not Here" - Lethean, duh. I adore this song of course, but I'm not so sure about TAC liking it. :-\
The Sword.
Chaos Divine - Kade?
It *should* be banned because of the discography thread (which I will try to get back to now that your roulette is almost done)
Lethean, clear your inbox, I need to PM you. :)
I hadn't thought about the discography thread, but honestly, nothing really stuck and any song sent to me would really be a fresh isolated listen.Well the song you were sent is totally awesome, of course. :)
Lethean, clear your inbox, I need to PM you. :)Done!
Lethean, clear your inbox, I need to PM you. :)
If you're passing a note, you need to read it aloud to the class.
:lol :loser:Lethean, clear your inbox, I need to PM you. :)
If you're passing a note, you need to read it aloud to the class.
I do know Sponge. ONE song.
I do know Sponge. ONE song.
The weirdest things stick in your head. One of my earlier interactions I still remember with you was "Plowed" coming up in a thread, which I guess you heard elsewhere, but I discovered from being in Empire Records.
Did Nick send Katatonia?
Tomislav?
Klimt 1918.Is this Soundscape?
Immortal.
Sponge? Doesn't TAC already know them?
Katatonia - "The One You Are Looking For Is Not Here" - Lethean, duh. I adore this song of course, but I'm not so sure about TAC liking it. :-\
The Sword.
Chaos Divine - Kade?
It's actually not me. It *should* be banned because of the discography thread (which I will try to get back to now that your roulette is almost done), but even seeing that it wasn't, in the spirit of me appreciating TAC for participating in that, I wasn't going to keep sending him Katatonia. (Plus I've sent him a lot of Katatonia in other roulettes).
What or who is 'close' in relation to Chad? :lol
You'll see. ;D
Chaos Divine is One Door
Septic Flesh Five-Pointed Star.
Sent by Litho?
Septic Flesh Five-Pointed Star.
Sent by Litho?
Not a band I've particularly gotten into yet.
Septic Flesh Five-Pointed Star.
Sent by Litho?
Not a band I've particularly gotten into yet.
You should go listen to Communion.
Septic Flesh Five-Pointed Star.
Sent by Litho?
Not a band I've particularly gotten into yet.
You should go listen to Communion.
What's the best song to sample first?
Our Lady Peace - "4am" - Stadler?
Septic Flesh Five-Pointed Star.
Sent by Litho?
Not a band I've particularly gotten into yet.
You should go listen to Communion.
What's the best song to sample first?
I’d just say listen to the whole album dude.
Septic Flesh Five-Pointed Star.
Sent by Litho?
Not a band I've particularly gotten into yet.
You should go listen to Communion.
What's the best song to sample first?
I’d just say listen to the whole album dude.
I might eventually, but I have a truckload of high priority music to check out now, so I'd need a reason to bump it higher up in the cue. I could probably squeeze a song in though, and if I liked it enough that would move it up.
Lot of sleeping in class today...
Scoring Update
Ok, so we have settled in with a class size of 19.
Therefore, the bell curve distribution of scores will be as follows:
(https://i.imgur.com/QjkS5cg.jpg)
5.0: 1 student
6.0: 3 students
7.0: 5 students
7.5: 1 student
8.0: 5 students
9.0. 3 students
10.0: 1 student
The Extra Credit songs will also be scored accordingly.
Also:
The Final Exam (EP) will count 1.5x
So if you get an 8 on your Final Exam... 8 x 1.5 = 12 points
This has been added to the OP!
James is using a similar scoring structure. And it's all fairly normal statistics.
James is using a similar scoring structure. And it's all fairly normal statistics.
This statement doesn't help me at all. :lol
There are at least three songs this round better than my own.
Nevermore is a top 5 or so band for me, but generally feels too obvious to send in these.
There are at least three songs this round better than my own.
Tomi - The Sword
Faizoff- Volbeat
Scepticflesh - Puppies
There are at least three songs this round better than my own.
Which ones??
Nevermore is not me…Glasser, perhaps?
Katatonia - James?
Is Klimt 1918 Ariich?
Let's try a few stabs:
Exlibris - soupy
Immortal - Glasser
Tool - Tomi
Vanden Plas - Chad
Volbeat - Faizoff
Oops, missed the updates. :lol Oh, no wonder, TAC hadn't updated those. Slacker!
Let's try a few stabs:
Exlibris - soupy
Immortal - Glasser
Tool - Tomi
Vanden Plas - Chad
Volbeat - Faizoff
Are my guesses a joke to you? :lol
There are at least three songs this round better than my own.
Which ones??
(https://media.tenor.com/yqsI1dXah8gAAAAC/not-yet-special-agent-jamie-kellett.gif)
Ok, a few more that have probably already been guessed earlier in the thread and I missed them:
Exlibris - jingle
Immortal - wolfking
Nevermore - romdrums
Vanden Plas - Lethean
Rule #1 is a kick ass tune.
Lol everyone is lost cause there's no Japanese bands to match me with :lol
Rule #1 is a kick ass tune.
I know one song that it's better than. :lol
Lol everyone is lost cause there's no Japanese bands to match me with :lol
Day Six.
The three songs better than mine are "46 & 2", "Inside Four Walls", and "The One You Are Looking For Is Not Here".
#1 sounds like Our Lady Peace.
#1 is Our Lady Peace.
#1 is Our Lady Peace.
#1 sounds like Our Lady Peace.
It kinda does, but it's not. Close though..
4. This song smokes, and the vocals are..acquired.
All good on Katatonia, I'm not the biggest fan but I like those few opening tracks on that album.
What or who is 'close' in relation to Chad? :lol
You'll see. ;D
:lol
I love that Tim has to listen to Andi Kuntz on the mic twice this round.
So mine is one?
4. This song smokes, and the vocals are..acquired.
This one?
So....Chad sent Vanden Plas - Christ 0 for the extra credit song!?
1 or 9?
BTW, what is/is there a rule on sending bands in later rounds that were sent in earlier ones?#1 is Our Lady Peace.
Already tried that. Not sure who fits better this round, but I'm not done with the playlist yet.
1 or 9?
Err...put them together. :lol
7 or 3?
1 or 9?
Err...put them together. :lol
Damn this math class is hard, so it's 7....wait no! 10?
1 or 9?
Err...put them together. :lol
Damn this math class is hard, so it's 7....wait no! 10?
I said PUT them together, not ADD them together. :P
7?
No, yours may not jump out at you if you don't get the reference, but if you listen at :52 of your song, that's what I'm talking about.
And no, you cannot use a band once they've been used.
19. Reaper-Tool WTF? Dream Theater is banned! This song needs a melody infusion.
And no, you cannot use a band once they've been used.
Figured. In your next roulette I might have to try a 90s Nevermore song, those don't have the super-low tunings the 00s ones do like rom's. Though I'm unsure about how you'll react to Warrel's voice.
7?
Another guy that didn't follow instructions...
No, yours may not jump out at you if you don't get the reference, but if you listen at :52 of your song, that's what I'm talking about.
Lol everyone is lost cause there's no Japanese bands to match me with :lol
Day Six.
Glasser knows what's up.
7?
Another guy that didn't follow instructions...
No, yours may not jump out at you if you don't get the reference, but if you listen at :52 of your song, that's what I'm talking about.
*Shoulder Shrug*
And no, you cannot use a band once they've been used.
Figured. In your next roulette I might have to try a 90s Nevermore song, those don't have the super-low tunings the 00s ones do like rom's. Though I'm unsure about how you'll react to Warrel's voice.
You'd be better off sending Sanctuary.
Pretty sure mine is either #4 or #14
I never would have got that but I'm happy about it.
How about 16?
Then it's 2 :(Pretty sure mine is either #4 or #14
Pretty sure it's neither..
And no, you cannot use a band once they've been used.
Figured. In your next roulette I might have to try a 90s Nevermore song, those don't have the super-low tunings the 00s ones do like rom's. Though I'm unsure about how you'll react to Warrel's voice.
You'd be better off sending Sanctuary.
I think you said at some point that you saw them live. His vocals are too screechy in that era for regular listening for me though.
Then it's 2 :(Pretty sure mine is either #4 or #14
Pretty sure it's neither..
19. Reaper-Tool WTF? Dream Theater is banned! This song needs a melody infusion.
Haha, yes, DT totally ripped off that intro on "Home".
So it's could be 9 or 17, with a slight possibility of 16. :corn
19. Reaper-Tool WTF? Dream Theater is banned! This song needs a melody infusion.
Haha, yes, DT totally ripped off that intro on "Home".
Despite being a massive DT and Tool fan I never made that connection until I listened to the commentary on Metropolis 2000
How have I never noticed this before! It's so obvious. DT really did rip off 46&2 :lol19. Reaper-Tool WTF? Dream Theater is banned! This song needs a melody infusion.
Haha, yes, DT totally ripped off that intro on "Home".
Despite being a massive DT and Tool fan I never made that connection until I listened to the commentary on Metropolis 2000
When I was just starting to get into DT it was when SFAM was new, so I heard it pointed out all the time, but I hadn't yet heard Tool, so it was already in my mind to look for when I did get into them a year or two later.
How have I never noticed this before! It's so obvious. DT really did rip off 46&2 :lol19. Reaper-Tool WTF? Dream Theater is banned! This song needs a melody infusion.
Haha, yes, DT totally ripped off that intro on "Home".
Despite being a massive DT and Tool fan I never made that connection until I listened to the commentary on Metropolis 2000
When I was just starting to get into DT it was when SFAM was new, so I heard it pointed out all the time, but I hadn't yet heard Tool, so it was already in my mind to look for when I did get into them a year or two later.
How have I never noticed this before! It's so obvious. DT really did rip off 46&2 :lol19. Reaper-Tool WTF? Dream Theater is banned! This song needs a melody infusion.
Haha, yes, DT totally ripped off that intro on "Home".
Despite being a massive DT and Tool fan I never made that connection until I listened to the commentary on Metropolis 2000
When I was just starting to get into DT it was when SFAM was new, so I heard it pointed out all the time, but I hadn't yet heard Tool, so it was already in my mind to look for when I did get into them a year or two later.
2 has to be Andy Kuntz/Vanden Plas.
I love Vanden Plas, but it's likely to be #1...?
Am I #16?
2 has to be Andy Kuntz/Vanden Plas.
And Kade, you remember VP had 2 albums in a row where every song had a number in it?
Who is Raine?
Who is Raine?
Lead vocalist of Our Lady Peace.
2 has to be Andy Kuntz/Vanden Plas.
And Kade, you remember VP had 2 albums in a row where every song had a number in it?
I thought that but I though if Tim wasn't going to allow a song with Part 1 in it he surely wouldn't allow those 2 full albums........surely........
Andy's is a little nasal, but not nearly as much as Raine's to me.
Who is Raine?
Lead vocalist of Our Lady Peace.
6 or 10?
Andy's is a little nasal, but not nearly as much as Raine's to me.
Mmmmh...they both are, but I think Andy Kuntz takes the cake :biggrin: (and, to be clear, this is from someone that actually enjoys his singing!)
I love Vanden Plas, but it's likely to be #1...?
Am I #16?
Correct on both.
2 has to be Andy Kuntz/Vanden Plas.
And Kade, you remember VP had 2 albums in a row where every song had a number in it?
I thought that but I though if Tim wasn't going to allow a song with Part 1 in it he surely wouldn't allow those 2 full albums........surely........
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All the shit ones are taken, so I'm good... :lol :metal
All the shit ones are taken, so I'm good... :lol :metal
All the shit ones are taken, so I'm good... :lol :metal
I'm thinking 4 for you. Ya think?
Geez, nobody has confidence in their singers? :rollin
Real hard to attend school when most of the class are in another time zone! Am I early or late?A wizard is never late.
And no, you cannot use a band once they've been used.Golly, not even extra credit bands? That would be up to 38 artists cockblocked each round. Or do you just mean main entries?
I am fine instituting my EP rule though.
But come on, those VP songs are pretty much the same thing, for example;
Vision 3hree - Godmaker
That;s the same fucking thing as a song with 'Part 1 or 2' in the title!? :lol
And no, you cannot use a band once they've been used.Golly, not even extra credit bands? That would be up to 38 artists cockblocked each round. Or do you just mean main entries?
I am fine instituting my EP rule though.
But come on, those VP songs are pretty much the same thing, for example;
Vision 3hree - Godmaker
That;s the same fucking thing as a song with 'Part 1 or 2' in the title!? :lol
You have a point.. :blush
It wasn't presented to me with a hyphen so I guess I missed that, but I wouldn't worry about it. It's an Extra Credit song, and it's Vanden Plas...
7. Tomislav-The Sword This is groovy as shit. I dig it.It is :metal
Huh.......I wouldn't say Immortal was all that heavy. :lol
Tim, you said Paranorm vocals are an acquired taste. Does that mean you aren’t a Kreator fan, as the guy pretty much sounds like Mille?
Huh.......I wouldn't say Immortal was all that heavy. :lol
I guess though it's very relentless.
Then please disregard the vocals when scoring my song :lolHuh.......I wouldn't say Immortal was all that heavy. :lol
I guess though it's very relentless.
Is anything heavy to you anymore?
Tim, you said Paranorm vocals are an acquired taste. Does that mean you aren’t a Kreator fan, as the guy pretty much sounds like Mille?
Well, they didn't strike me at first as going with the style of music...I don't want to say too much.
I guess I find pure death metal way more heavier than black metal.
Tim, you said Paranorm vocals are an acquired taste. Does that mean you aren’t a Kreator fan, as the guy pretty much sounds like Mille?
Well, they didn't strike me at first as going with the style of music...I don't want to say too much.
Hadn’t thought of Mille, necessarily, but now that Luke mentioned it, I can kinda hear it. I’d say a bit harsher, though. Paranorm’s vocals certainly aren’t my favorite thing about the band, but the tunes are great. Their debut full-length is really good too.
5. Soupy-Sponge One listen and I have no clue how I feel about it.
This is a strange round in that while the bottom end was pretty clear, I'm having trouble breaking down the top end. I feel like there's about 7 or 8 songs vying for the top, but there's no clear cut winner, and to find a 10, three 9's and five 8's and how to sort them is what I'm working on. There's a bunch of really good songs, but I'm struggling to see any of them as great.
I'll post the Extra Credit list later today.
More curious to see what you thought of my extra credit track, being one of the most personally influential songs in my live.
More curious to see what you thought of my extra credit track, being one of the most personally influential songs in my live.
Haven't listened to them yet, but it's be a shame for such an personally influential song to garner just a half a point.. ;D
For purposes of this roulette, "European" does or does not include "UK"?
For purposes of this roulette, "European" does or does not include "UK"?
It does.
Soupy Sponge sounds like a song on Glasser’s EP.
Soupy Sponge sounds like a song on Glasser’s EP.
It sure does :lol
Not very familiar with Uriah Heep
Then please disregard the vocals when scoring my song :lolHuh.......I wouldn't say Immortal was all that heavy. :lol
I guess though it's very relentless.
Is anything heavy to you anymore?
Yeah I dunno hey. I may need to think about that. :lol
I guess I find pure death metal way more heavier than black metal.
Not very familiar with Uriah Heep
Don't know Little River Band, and don't know Uriah Heep either? You are basically the opposite of those "lewrongeneration" types.
"Two Moons" is an A+ song.:metal
Who sent Bend Sinister?
Those are the type of bands I'd have figured you've have already known by then. But everyone has blind spots.I don't know either band either, except for having heard the names.
Those are the type of bands I'd have figured you've have already known by then. But everyone has blind spots.I don't know either band either, except for having heard the names.
And you gave Tim a Kreator song to compliment the Paranorm song I sent. Perfection.
And you gave Tim a Kreator song to compliment the Paranorm song I sent. Perfection.
Haha! :metal
I've never heard Paranorm though.
"Two Moons" is an A+ song.
And you gave Tim a Kreator song to compliment the Paranorm song I sent. Perfection.
Haha! :metal
I've never heard Paranorm though.
Just a fairly new thrash band with vocals similar to Mille’s, you’d like ‘em I’m sure.
It does? ;D
Seems round 2 is a pretty broad topic. Could go in lots of different ways I would think.
Seems round 2 is a pretty broad topic. Could go in lots of different ways I would think.
Yeah, I've already gotten a few submissions.
Seems round 2 is a pretty broad topic. Could go in lots of different ways I would think.
Yeah, I've already gotten a few submissions.
What about a song around a topic of like, modern day journalism and social media brainwashing the masses with fake news and you know, the media telling you want they want us to believe and all that shit. Does that kind of fit in to the round 2 theme with the politics and social studies tag??
You are certainly one of the most efficient teachers I've ever had!
You are certainly one of the most efficient teachers I've ever had!
You are certainly one of the most efficient teachers I've ever had!
You are certainly one of the most efficient teachers I've ever had!
No you cannot use Australian in the Foreign Language Round.
You can't bribe Tim with apples, only with shopping carts....or cold hard cash...You are certainly one of the most efficient teachers I've ever had!
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TAC, I think you meant to use the "<" and not the ">" on about half of those.
TAC, I think you meant to use the "<" and not the ">" on about half of those.Yes, mine is definitely an error.
I don't understand mine ;D. Sponge ?
You are certainly one of the most efficient teachers I've ever had!
No you cannot use Australian in the Foreign Language Round.
Send Midnight Oil!
TAC, I think you meant to use the "<" and not the ">" on about half of those.Yes, mine is definitely an error.
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TAC, I think you meant to use the "<" and not the ">" on about half of those.Yes, mine is definitely an error.
I'm formulating a mathematical proof that will demonstrate them just as conclusively as the Pythagorean theorem.
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Wow, how did you do this, I'm impressed teach. ;D
This is why your roulette took two years.
This is why your roulette took two years.
In round 9 we're going to study psychology and learn all about projection. :p
This is why your roulette took two years.
This is why your roulette took two years.
Here it is.I'm pretty sure that's the mathematical proof for Tool - Lateralus
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This is why your roulette took two years.
Nah, it’s Tim’s brain every time someone makes a pop culture reference.
How many hours have the brown nosers got left to suck up?
Disappointment from my teachers is nothing new to me TAC.
Ah, the classic “TAC applies a theme that restricts what can be submitted then moans about it” post :lol
Ah, the classic “TAC applies a theme that restricts what can be submitted then moans about it” post :lol
:lol
Nah that wasn't restrictive.
Ah, the classic “TAC applies a theme that restricts what can be submitted then moans about it” post :lol
:lol
Nah that wasn't restrictive.
The hell it wasn't :lol
I'm not playing but I can't resist to bitch about your roulette themes :lol
The whole premise is good though.
Yeah this is the most restrictive round of the roulette so quite a funny one to start with. The rest should generally be fine - foreign language is I guess a bit restrictive but the rest will be pretty open.
Yeah this is the most restrictive round of the roulette so quite a funny one to start with. The rest should generally be fine - foreign language is I guess a bit restrictive but the rest will be pretty open.
Jamesman: Katatonia-The One You Are Looking For Is Not Here
So, I’ve been sent this band before in roulettes, and yup, this is them.
Oh boy James..Your first lesson is that I really struggle with Katatonia. They are just so lifeless. I don’t find any emotional connection to them whatsoever. The vocals are awful and drab. The best thing about this song is the female vocals. Can she take over?
7
Nick: Klimt 1918-Snow Of ‘85
I thought this was a bit iffy, but even on this first listen, it continued to build.
It’s spot in the rankings doesn’t really reflect how much I really enjoyed this song. I have a soft spot for music like this. Almost Gothy/80’s College Alternative. It’s a style that I turned my nose at when I was younger, but the older I get, I really appreciate it. Unfortunately, it remained an underdog throughout the round, never really elevating like I thought or hoped it would.
QuoteJamesman: Katatonia-The One You Are Looking For Is Not Here
So, I’ve been sent this band before in roulettes, and yup, this is them.
Oh boy James..Your first lesson is that I really struggle with Katatonia. They are just so lifeless. I don’t find any emotional connection to them whatsoever. The vocals are awful and drab. The best thing about this song is the female vocals. Can she take over?
:rollin
Yeah not a good idea to send them to Tim. I love this song.
Curious - how to you decide what songs are sister songs?
What a shocker, Chad and Kade are on top.
7
Nick: Klimt 1918-Snow Of ‘85
I thought this was a bit iffy, but even on this first listen, it continued to build.
It’s spot in the rankings doesn’t really reflect how much I really enjoyed this song. I have a soft spot for music like this. Almost Gothy/80’s College Alternative. It’s a style that I turned my nose at when I was younger, but the older I get, I really appreciate it. Unfortunately, it remained an underdog throughout the round, never really elevating like I thought or hoped it would.
This was not completely unexpected ;) I figured there would be things in the song you'd like, and others where it would just kinda be "there" for you. I LOVED this song when it came out in 2005...a few years later I think there is a certain, um, naivete in the approach, especially with the vocals, I don't think I connect quite as much these days, but when I did a re-listen for the roulette I found I still very much like it. As I mentioned to you, I love the guitars, and how the song keeps moving through various moods.
Speaking of the style - the band actually went on into an even more "alternative/shoegaze" kind of direction in subsequent albums, and basically lost most of the "gothy" side of their music. I still enjoy what they are doing, but I suspect you wouldn't :biggrin: Down the road, though, I'd recommend you check out the rest of this album - it's really quite good.
James - don't worry about the low score for Katatonia; with rule 7, it simply mean that you can send them again later in the roulette. :biggrin:
What a shocker, Chad and Kade are on top.
What a shocker, Chad and Kade are on top.
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Same top 3 as last time, let's work on rearranging the order, shall we? :biggrin:
I could've paired Vanden Plas with Exlibris as well, but decided to make Litho sweat it out instead. ;D
What a shocker, Chad and Kade are on top.
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Same top 3 as last time, let's work on rearranging the order, shall we? :biggrin:
I fully plan on blowing my chances come the foreign language round
What a shocker, Chad and Kade are on top.
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Same top 3 as last time, let's work on rearranging the order, shall we? :biggrin:
I fully plan on blowing my chances come the foreign language round
I'm blowing it this round with my extra credit. :lol
Extra Credit Grades!
Nick: Annihilator-Sixes And Sevens…+2.5
I'm blowing it this round with my extra credit. :lol
Nick, I was talking about the next one. It you know Tim, you'll get a kick out of it. Lol
I'm blowing it this round with my extra credit. :lol
Glad you liked the Vanden Plas song. :metal
Glasser: Satan-Twelve Infernal Lords…+3.0
I always sucked at Math so I'm surprised to see I'm doing so well.
6 + 0.5 = 14.
Top spot!
Glasser: Satan-Twelve Infernal Lords…+3.0
This is a great song (from a great album!)
I always sucked at Math so I'm surprised to see I'm doing so well.
6 + 0.5 = 14.
Top spot!
They're both great albums. Three Ghosts is from the first of the two and it's just a really strong album. And the second one is maybe just a tiny bit different-ish, but still very much Vanden Plas.Glad you liked the Vanden Plas song. :metal
Speaking of Vanden Plas...I am a big fan of their first few albums (Colour Temple remains my favorite because of the way it mixed prog metal with more ear-wormy 80s hard rock/metal), and kinda lost track after Christ0. I mean, every time I happened to listen to some new song it sounded good (they are super-consistent!), but it wouldn't tickle me enough to re-ignite the flame ;)
I have to say, though, that I just put on Three Ghosts and it's REALLY good. I guess I should check out the Ghost Xperiment...
Can instrumentals be part of our EP?
Oh, we’re going heavy this round. Watch out Kade!
Oh, we’re going heavy this round. Watch out Kade!
Beat you two to it...
Oh, we’re going heavy this round. Watch out Kade!
Beat you two to it...
I’ll see you in detention then.
I feel like there’s got to be repercussions for sending something this brutal!
I think something like literal brutal death metal would be too much for him though. :lol
I feel like there’s got to be repercussions for sending something this brutal!
A low score, maybe.
Right now, the only student that has a reserved spot in detention is Kingshmegland.
Too late.... :metalI think something like literal brutal death metal would be too much for him though. :lol
yeah, brutal death metal probably ain't gonna do it.
I'd be surprised if anyone went heavier than I did for round 2. :corn
Wait....did I go over the time limit and not realize it?I'd be surprised if anyone went heavier than I did for round 2. :corn
Or longer? :neverusethis:
Wait....did I go over the time limit and not realize it?I'd be surprised if anyone went heavier than I did for round 2. :corn
Or longer? :neverusethis:
Wait....did I go over the time limit and not realize it?I'd be surprised if anyone went heavier than I did for round 2. :corn
Or longer? :neverusethis:
You did not. It would've been rejected if you did.
I forgot to say, glad you rated The Warning pretty highly on the extra credit. I assume they aren't banned for future rounds.
Tim! Does the extra credit song have to fit the theme of the round?
What song did you get?
What song did you get?
Choke...and it did just that. ;D
What song did you get?
Choke...and it did just that. ;D
What the actual fuck :lol Choke is amazing
I'd be surprised if anyone went heavier than I did for round 2. :corn
What song did you get?
Choke...and it did just that. ;D
What the actual fuck :lol Choke is amazing
Might explain the 6's we are getting in each other's roulettes. :lol :lol
What song did you get?
Choke...and it did just that. ;D
What the actual fuck :lol Choke is amazing
Might explain the 6's we are getting in each other's roulettes. :lol :lol
:rollin
If both songs are under 6 minutes and you like the extra credit song better can you just switch them... :):lol
(Hey doesn't hurt to ask....)
I'd be surprised if anyone went heavier than I did for round 2. :corn
Prepare to be surprised. :metal :corn
After Immortal I thought about just going as heavy as I could for the sake if it but Tim is quite particular with his extra heavy stuff.
Anyway I have sent........I sent some metal. I know.....hard to believe, right!?
I’m not home right now but all submissions are clear as long as the time limits are met which I can’t check now.
I'd be surprised if anyone went heavier than I did for round 2. :corn
Prepare to be surprised. :metal :corn
I’m sorry to disappoint you both, but that spot will be reserved for me.
Sent the most brutally historic shit known to man :metal
I'd be surprised if anyone went heavier than I did for round 2. :corn
Prepare to be surprised. :metal :corn
I’m sorry to disappoint you both, but that spot will be reserved for me.
Sent the most brutally historic shit known to man :metal
I'm curious to see what you guys sent as well. :metal
I'd be surprised if anyone went heavier than I did for round 2. :corn
Prepare to be surprised. :metal :corn
I’m sorry to disappoint you both, but that spot will be reserved for me.
Sent the most brutally historic shit known to man :metal
I'm curious to see what you guys sent as well. :metal
I’m curious what you’re gonna send….and when? ;D
I’m not home right now but all submissions are clear as long as the time limits are met which I can’t check now.
Glasser needs to run a roulette badly so we can out-brutal each other without fear of being sent to the principal's office or being kicked out of school. :biggrin:
I too am genuinely curious at how heavy you guys have gone here.
Did you send some Brutal Slam Grind-sludge?Glasser needs to run a roulette badly so we can out-brutal each other without fear of being sent to the principal's office or being kicked out of school. :biggrin:
Hell yeah he does! I assume the Principal is TAC’s wife?I too am genuinely curious at how heavy you guys have gone here.
Possibly the heaviest thing I’ve ever sent in a roulette?
Period 3. Geography- Today's Lesson: Europe... Songs by bands from Europe.
I think all students should now make a pact to send 'The Final Countdown' for this round.
I'd be surprised if anyone went heavier than I did for round 2. :corn
Prepare to be surprised. :metal :corn
I’m sorry to disappoint you both, but that spot will be reserved for me.
Sent the most brutally historic shit known to man :metal
I'm curious to see what you guys sent as well. :metal
I’m curious what you’re gonna send….and when? ;D
Glasser needs to run a roulette badly so we can out-brutal each other without fear of being sent to the principal's office or being kicked out of school. :biggrin:
Tim, I sent mine yesterday... U get it?
Period 3. Geography- Today's Lesson: Europe... Songs by bands from Europe.
I think all students should now make a pact to send 'The Final Countdown' for this round.
Tim, I sent mine yesterday... U get it?
yes, my bad.
I saw it this morning but I had a busy morning.
Also, everyone else who sent is good..Lethean, Luke, Romdrums, Worlfking, Ariich.
Period 3. Geography- Today's Lesson: Europe... Songs by bands from Europe.
I think all students should now make a pact to send 'The Final Countdown' for this round.
When I first read that too I thought, 'why the fuck eould Tim want a round dedicated to the band Europe!' :lol
You keep giving me fives and your chances of getting the Beatles is going to go through the roof. ;) :) :) :) :)
I'm waiting for Crow to resubmit, but I'll be putting hangman up in a bit.
I certainly had the '10' score in this round (....ok, at least a 9.5 ;) :D )
You keep giving me fives and your chances of getting the Beatles is going to go through the roof. ;) :) :) :) :)
That's a tough choice. Man, Our Lady Peace was so bad though. :lol
I can tell you that you are not getting the 5 this round.
And you can't use Ku Ku Kachoo in the Foreign Language Round. ;D
So Crow is the first one in real detention then?
So Crow is the first one in real detention then?
Well, Crow had to resubmit, but is apparently busy.
Well, looking forward to hangman now :tup
Well, looking forward to hangman now :tup
My heavy submission... Its only a picture of me eating cheddar biscuits in a Red Lobster.
Well, looking forward to hangman now :tup
My heavy submission... Its only a picture of me eating cheddar biscuits in a Red Lobster.
More like tossing biscuits...
Well, looking forward to hangman now :tup
My heavy submission... Its only a picture of me eating cheddar biscuits in a Red Lobster.
More like tossing biscuits...
This round is mine.
Cannibal Corpse?
Wait, did two people submit the same song? Wouldn't that be considering copying off each other? ;)
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just want it to be known that my spiritual Real Submission for this round would be King Park except i know it would do terribly and i'm not stupid enough to tank my score on purpose. that'll just happen anyways
oh yeah nile is definitely too heavy for tac lmao
Turisas?
sent now but i'm not expecting much bcuz my only good choice for this round was somethng i sent last roulette (and even it didn't do too hot there, it looks like, so)
I'd be surprised if anyone went heavier than I did for round 2. :corn
Prepare to be surprised. :metal :corn
I’m sorry to disappoint you both, but that spot will be reserved for me.
Sent the most brutally historic shit known to man :metal
I'm curious to see what you guys sent as well. :metal
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Wow, yes, Cannibal Corpse and Nile are both pretty bold submissions :biggrin:
Who knows, that might be opening up a whole new world for Tim!
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Wasn't me mate.
We need more roulettes or at least rounds where people try and send stuff to the host that they like but think the host won't, just to see who's the most wrong and gets a surprisingly high score.
Did Glasser send Cannibal Corpse then? And that isn’t another Nile song at the bottom?We need more roulettes or at least rounds where people try and send stuff to the host that they like but think the host won't, just to see who's the most wrong and gets a surprisingly high score.
Is that not what we’re doing?
Did Glasser send Cannibal Corpse then? And that isn’t another Nile song at the bottom?
Pretty Maids. Chad?
Pandemonium is the song.
We need more roulettes or at least rounds where people try and send stuff to the host that they like but think the host won't, just to see who's the most wrong and gets a surprisingly high score.
Is that not what we’re doing?
Saor could be Crow.
Saor could be Crow.
Is BOC Stadler?
Saor could be Crow.
Or Ariich?
On the Shores of Ithaka. Quo Vadis.
I remember I recommended that album to you a long while ago and you thought it blew. Interested to see how it stacks up these days.
Wow, yes, Cannibal Corpse and Nile are both pretty bold submissions :biggrin:
Who knows, that might be opening up a whole new world for Tim!
I tried cracking the door open just a bit, we'll see how it goes. :biggrin:
Wow, yes, Cannibal Corpse and Nile are both pretty bold submissions :biggrin:
Who knows, that might be opening up a whole new world for Tim!
I tried cracking the door open just a bit, we'll see how it goes. :biggrin:
Wow, yes, Cannibal Corpse and Nile are both pretty bold submissions :biggrin:
Who knows, that might be opening up a whole new world for Tim!
I tried cracking the door open just a bit, we'll see how it goes. :biggrin:
You sent the Quo Vadis?
Tim, this round is really gonna make you wish you were back at school and joining DTF was just a nightmare.
Tim, this round is really gonna make you wish you were back at school and joining DTF was just a nightmare.
This round is all over the place in terms of styles. It's quite awesome actually. I don't love everything for sure, but it's way more interesting that the Math Round.
System of a Down is probably Jamesman.
Tim, this round is really gonna make you wish you were back at school and joining DTF was just a nightmare.
This round is all over the place in terms of styles. It's quite awesome actually. I don't love everything for sure, but it's way more interesting that the Math Round.
Yea man looks like a real mixed bag. Top rouletting in full effect.
Oh, Sepultura - Propaganda. Nice! Kade?
Ulver - Nemoralia
(I'm the kid shouting into the classroom from the hallway)
Yes and all updated.
The Human Stain is the Kamelot song.
I Cum Blood I'm saving for recess
Did you send Turisas?
They're at least sort of black metal-adjacent.
That would be Caligula's Horse.true :hat
_a_o_ – I_te_tio_ To _ecei_e
Intention To Deceive
No idea on band name
_a_o_ – I_te_tio_ To _ecei_e
Intention To Deceive
No idea on band name
I worked that out as a possibility earlier, but there were other options as well and too much else left on the board, but at this point 99.99% that's Havok. Probably Kade.
Sepultura is Soupy.
Wow, great Live pick. I never would have thought of that, but that song is amazing.
Did Rich send that?
Sepultura is Faizoff????
Nick sent Saor
Sepultura is Soupy.
Nope.
System of a Down is probably Jamesman.
I am honored, thank you.
Wow, great Live pick. I never would have thought of that, but that song is amazing.
Did Rich send that?
That Live album is fantastic.
No idea who Eric Church is, so Crow.
litho are you aware that i very regularly talk about popular music on my youtube channel :lol
Maybe I just haven't watched enough, but what I've seen isn't country, more poppier, electronic stuff. See, apparently I'm learning things!country is unquestionably the most popular genre of music in america this year, so :P
Lethean - Kamelot
Ariich - Turisas
Maybe I just haven't watched enough, but what I've seen isn't country, more poppier, electronic stuff. See, apparently I'm learning things!country is unquestionably the most popular genre of music in america this year, so :P
...just not much of it has been very, good, but details
18? :lol
10 or 16 then
5 or 16?
11? :lol
Am I #1?
I have no idea which one is Nile at this point.....maybe 15?
well it's gotta be one of 4, 7, 13, or 17, as far as i'm understanding. uhh. i'mma start with #4?
5 or 13?
I feel like there's some missing stuff on your banned list. Shouldn't Lost Horizon be on there?
Also, Sacred Outcry is banned for the 2023 round :yeahright
Oh yep, I just found it....out of order :biggrin:I feel like there's some missing stuff on your banned list. Shouldn't Lost Horizon be on there?
Also, Sacred Outcry is banned for the 2023 round :yeahright
Lost Horizon IS on the Banned List. the banned list is alphabetical by letter, but within each letter group, it may not be.
Sacred Outcry is my AOTY right now, along with Suotana, but both are about to be overtaken by the new Theocracy.
Popular bands like them and Kamelot are hard to guess because theoretically in the right context probably over half the people here could have sent them.
9 or 16
5?
Popular bands like them and Kamelot are hard to guess because theoretically in the right context probably over half the people here could have sent them.
Especially if you guess me for Kamelot when I'm not even in the roulette :lol
Wow this really feels like high school for me because I used to listen to all that death metal (and didn't listen to it since). Completely forgot about Quo Vadis :o
For impression, let's try with 8 but I'm not really sure what that means
Mine isn't really a first impression though, it's just a fact about the song. :lol
That’s big teacher energy right there Tim. Well done for being committed to the theme.
Wow this really feels like high school for me
7. Wow, the lyrics are really captivating.
9. Nice song. You just keep pounding that spot don’t you?.
8. Tomislav:Ulver I didn’t realize Buddy was playing.
I don't remember you sending anything as good as Ulver in my roulette :corn
9 or 13?
Tim, I thought you were fully versed in the big thrash bands but this roulette has shown me there are gaps in your thrash knowledge. I’ll see how Sepultura score, but I may well be exploiting this later.
Tim, I thought you were fully versed in the big thrash bands but this roulette has shown me there are gaps in your thrash knowledge. I’ll see how Sepultura score, but I may well be exploiting this later.
Tim, I thought you were fully versed in the big thrash bands but this roulette has shown me there are gaps in your thrash knowledge. I’ll see how Sepultura score, but I may well be exploiting this later.
So to me, it always comes down to the vocals. I've only really accepted harsh vocals in the last half dozen years or so. I am picky about them as much as I'm picky about cleans.
I've never been a thrash fan per say. Even back in the day, most bands didn't do much for me. I liked Metallica (from the jump), and Megadeth and Anthrax and Slayer. I didn't care for testament. Thought they were a second rate Metallica. they're much stronger now. I've never liked Sepultura. The vocals are awful, and while they rock big time, I've never found their music interesting enough to put up with the vocals. Same for Kreator I guess, though modern day Kreator vocals are more palatable for me than back in the day. Same goes for Death Angel.
I actually saw Kreator in 1989. ;D
I have always loved Flotsam & Jetsam since I heard their first album. Saw that tour too. I preferred Eric's clean vocals over what was going around at the time.
Tim, I thought you were fully versed in the big thrash bands but this roulette has shown me there are gaps in your thrash knowledge. I’ll see how Sepultura score, but I may well be exploiting this later.
I had some old school Sepultura lined up for later but might be off the list now.
Tim, I thought you were fully versed in the big thrash bands but this roulette has shown me there are gaps in your thrash knowledge. I’ll see how Sepultura score, but I may well be exploiting this later.
I had some old school Sepultura lined up for later but might be off the list now.
Beneath The Remains and Schizophrenia are :metal :metal :metal :metal :metal :metal :metal :metal
Arise is the best, easily.
Arise is the best, easily.
Best album cover as well :metal
Arise is the best, easily.I've always been partial to Chaos A.D., but Arise is a close second. :metal
No top 3 definites?
I'd think there would be 3 you know that are better than all the others. Just not the 3 positions.
I've never run one, but I've always thought about how I'd rank them.
Kade, did you get my PM, or did I escape before sending it?
Kade, did you get my PM, or did I escape before sending it?
Just replied. Dick pick sent!
I've never run one, but I've always thought about how I'd rank them.
Kade, did you get my PM, or did I escape before sending it?
Just replied. Dick pick sent!
You didn't even get the balls! WTF??
Kade, did you get my PM, or did I escape before sending it?
Just replied. Dick pick sent!
You didn't even get the balls! WTF??
That was for fun and detention.
I don't want to go to this school anymore...That was for fun and detention.
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That was for fun and detention.
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That was for fun and detention.
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I'm sending Dismember next round.
How did they know the zombie had dandruff?
They found his head & shoulders in the bathroom.
Starting to rank the songs. I'm having trouble separating a few. Like last round, I seem to be building the rankings from the bottom up.
Is it because me and Puppies broke your system? You can’t giveFixed.two 10 pointersscores below 5 but here we are :lol
Is it because me and Puppies broke your system? You can’t giveFixed.two 10 pointersscores below 5 but here we are :lol
How did they know the zombie had dandruff?
They found his head & shoulders in the bathroom.
I first heard this joke as a Jeffrey Dahmer joke when I was in high school. :lol
Starting to rank the songs. I'm having trouble separating a few. Like last round, I seem to be building the rankings from the bottom up.
So my score is done? :) :) :) :) :) :)
Is it because me and Puppies broke your system? You can’t giveFixed.two 10 pointersscores below 5 but here we are :lol
Where are the round 2 scores?
Where are the round 2 scores?
I haven't finished ranking them.
Just sorting out the 8's, 9's, and the 10. I'll have that completed tonight I hope, and I'll post sister song comparisons tomorrow.
Where are the round 2 scores?
I haven't finished ranking them.
Just sorting out the 8's, 9's, and the 10. I'll have that completed tonight I hope, and I'll post sister song comparisons tomorrow.
Mine goes to 11 though.
Hah, those are fantastic. He did a few others as well it looks like.
Queensryche
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C6_Qfffs0Yc
Nightwish
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=orlZ2CbuQO0
Eternal Champion
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tc4cX-10Bj4
I have to say that the two clear best songs of the round are a battle between Old School TAC and New School TAC.
I have to say that the two clear best songs of the round are a battle between Old School TAC and New School TAC.
So TODAY you came around to Cannibal Corpse? :metal
I have to say that the two clear best songs of the round are a battle between Old School TAC and New School TAC.
So TODAY you came blood? :metal
You might want to see your doctor about that.I have to say that the two clear best songs of the round are a battle between Old School TAC and New School TAC.
So TODAY you came blood? :metal
I have to say that the two clear best songs of the round are a battle between Old School TAC and New School TAC.
So TODAY you came blood? :metal
A McDonald's app?? :lol
I'm old.
A McDonald's app?? :lol
I'm old.
A McDonald's app?? :lol
I'm old.
Think of it Tim, as Columbia House for hamburgers.
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I have to say that the two clear best songs of the round are a battle between Old School TAC and New School TAC.
So TODAY you came around to Cannibal Corpse? :metal
I think Cannibal Corpse are more No School TAC.
Eric Church paired with Ulver, that's...interesting...
Eric Church paired with Ulver, that's...interesting...
Well, they're both outliers.
I could've paired Eric Church with Gordon Lightfoot, but then what do I do with Blue Oyster Cult? I kept the two mid 70's songs together.
I was lucky enough to see him with Metal Church a bunch of times, even his last tour, sadly.
I was lucky enough to see him with Metal Church a bunch of times, even his last tour, sadly.
I saw them in 1991. He was amazing. I never thought the reunion albums were that great honestly but the Blessing In Disguise-The Human Factor-Hanging In The Balance run is hard to beat.
I was lucky enough to see him with Metal Church a bunch of times, even his last tour, sadly.
I saw them in 1991. He was amazing. I never thought the reunion albums were that great honestly but the Blessing In Disguise-The Human Factor-Hanging In The Balance run is hard to beat.
So very true. Love those albums. Blessing is my favorite, but I feel Hanging is the most underrated (of the three and possibly of the whole discography, really)
Great first song there, Tim.
LMAO who sent Winger to TAC
I love OLP.
I love OLP.
You love everything. You're very inclusive of bands that suck. :P
I love OLP.
You love everything. You're very inclusive of bands that suck. :P
Says the guy boxed into a singular genre when he plays games to open his palate.
I love OLP.
You love everything. You're very inclusive of bands that suck. :P
Says the guy boxed into a singular genre when he plays games to open his palate.
Yup, says the guy. :lol
That Mountain song is very nice.
Some great songs in there. Props to whoever sent The Killchain, that’s probably my favourite Bolt Thrower song. Glasser, that you?That was (edgy teen) me :metal
Just stuck it on, it’s that groovy riff :metal
I think edgy teen you has better taste than 2023 you :neverusethis:Some great songs in there. Props to whoever sent The Killchain, that’s probably my favourite Bolt Thrower song. Glasser, that you?That was (edgy teen) me :metal
Just stuck it on, it’s that groovy riff :metal
To Mr. Crowley
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Nice! Yeah, Havok are some quality modern thrash! :metal
Nice! Yeah, Havok are some quality modern thrash! :metal
It's the old Flotsam & Jetsam feel that won me over on them.
Happy birthday Tim! Looking forward to not playing in your next roulette!
Happy Birthday Tim! I’ll remember your birthday as it’s one of my best mates tomorrow, and my sister on Sunday.
Nile scored as expected so let’s hope Zeal and Ardor do better.
Happy Birthday Tim! I’ll remember your birthday as it’s one of my best mates tomorrow, and my sister on Sunday.
Nile scored as expected so let’s hope Zeal and Ardor do better.
I wouldn't count on it. :lol
Happy Birthday Tim! I’ll remember your birthday as it’s one of my best mates tomorrow, and my sister on Sunday.
Nile scored as expected so let’s hope Zeal and Ardor do better.
I wouldn't count on it. :lol
Can’t you gift yourself better taste for your birthday?
Happy birthday old man, listen to some Winger to celebrate. ;D
Happy birthday old man, listen to some Winger to celebrate. ;D
It's the gift that keeps on giving.
Happy birthday old man, listen to some Winger to celebrate. ;D
It's the gift that keeps on giving Tim trauma.
Happy birthday old man, listen to some Winger to celebrate. ;D
It's the gift that keeps on giving.
He has to this round. :lol
Happy birthday old man, listen to some Winger to celebrate. ;D
It's the gift that keeps on giving.
He has to this round. :lol
Happy birthday old man, listen to some Winger to celebrate. ;D
It's the gift that keeps on giving.
He has to this round. :lol
You lined up his birthday gift perfectly mate. :lol
Happy happy birthday, Tim! Hope it's a good one.
Glad you enjoyed the song. From what I heard (and read), this album is slightly more accessible than their previous ones, especially in terms of track lengths and such.Happy birthday old man, listen to some Winger to celebrate. ;D
It's the gift that keeps on giving.
He has to this round. :lol
:lol
I figured that's what you were doing, when you were talking about your extra credit submission a few days ago :biggrin:
Today's the day? My step son's B-day is today as well. Happy Birthday!!!
And a lovely write up; it's not the same setting, but I have similar vibes to do with radio rock in the '70s.
Social Studies Main Assignment GradesI'd love to say it was all part of my diabolical master plan, but I think I just got lucky. :) I don't think I realized that you didn't like Vanden Plas, although I assumed it was a possibility with them not being banned. Either they slipped under the radar or you didn't care for them. But that song stood out to me when I made a playlist of math songs, so I went with it.
8
Lethean: Kamelot-The Human Stain
I’m on record as not being a fan of this band, but this is a pleasant enough song.
Lethean, you must like living dangerously. For the second round in a row, you’ve sent me a band that I’ve stated I didn’t care for, but you’ve nailed the right songs. This song is so easy one the ears, it’s not even funny. That chorus is exquisite. Addicting actually. I don’t know how you did it.
God lord, I’m doing terrible. Looking to play it safer than last round but pretty much anything is safe after Nile.
Nice... Fish did better than I thought.. I was second guessing that it was too chill and mellow.
Nice... Fish did better than I thought.. I was second guessing that it was too chill and mellow.
It was pretty close to getting the 2.5, but it kept getting knocked back. I liked it. Has kind of an Irish feel to it, which always works here.
Hey birthday boy, is my resubmitted homework satisfactory?
Hey birthday boy, is my resubmitted homework satisfactory?
Social Studies Extra Credit Grades
3.0…Nick: 1914- FN .380 ACP#19074
Nice... Fish did better than I thought.. I was second guessing that it was too chill and mellow.
It was pretty close to getting the 2.5, but it kept getting knocked back. I liked it. Has kind of an Irish feel to it, which always works here.
God lord, I’m doing terrible. Looking to play it safer than last round but pretty much anything is safe after Nile.
Backlash after the big win... Might as well start submitting king whatever the fuck now...
God lord, I’m doing terrible. Looking to play it safer than last round but pretty much anything is safe after Nile.
Backlash after the big win... Might as well start submitting king whatever the fuck now...
I sent them in his last roulette and they didn’t do so well. Not that that’s going to stop me though.
Wow, even had the same score as Winger. :lol
God lord, I’m doing terrible. Looking to play it safer than last round but pretty much anything is safe after Nile.
Backlash after the big win... Might as well start submitting king whatever the fuck now...
I sent them in his last roulette and they didn’t do so well. Not that that’s going to stop me though.
Eventually all shall kneel at the altar of Gizz. I am Han-tyumi’s prophet!
Eventually all shall kneel at the altar of Gizz. I am Han-tyumi’s prophet!
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WARNING!!! To all in this roulette! I noticed I have been getting charged 10 bucks per round! Anyone else paying the TAC Roulette fee? Check your debit and credit card statements. :rollin :rollin :rollin
I’d expect better scores if I was paying.
WARNING!!! To all in this roulette! I noticed I have been getting charged 10 bucks per round! Anyone else paying the TAC Roulette fee? Check your debit and credit card statements. :rollin :rollin :rollin
:lol
Can you tell that Kingshmegland handles my social media?
WARNING!!! To all in this roulette! I noticed I have been getting charged 10 bucks per round! Anyone else paying the TAC Roulette fee? Check your debit and credit card statements. :rollin :rollin :rollin
:lol
Can you tell that Kingshmegland handles my social media?
I thought it was Luke? :lol
Tim's family doesn't pay any attention to what happens on DTF. :lol
Tim's family doesn't pay any attention to what happens on DTF. :lol
No, I meant I changed your profile picture on whatever ancient form of social media you use (that your family does pay attention to), because I’m running your social media. Apparently.
WARNING!!! To all in this roulette! I noticed I have been getting charged 10 bucks per round! Anyone else paying the TAC Roulette fee? Check your debit and credit card statements. :rollin :rollin :rollin
:lol
Can you tell that Kingshmegland handles my social media?
I thought it was Luke? :lol
Yea, Tim’s family are freaking out because I changed his profile picture to the Tomb of the Mutilated album cover.
Tim's family doesn't pay any attention to what happens on DTF. :lol
No, I meant I changed your profile picture on whatever ancient form of social media you use (that your family does pay attention to), because I’m running your social media. Apparently.
DTF is my social media! That's it! :lol
Tim's family doesn't pay any attention to what happens on DTF. :lol
No, I meant I changed your profile picture on whatever ancient form of social media you use (that your family does pay attention to), because I’m running your social media. Apparently.
DTF is my social media! That's it! :lol
Amen brother.
I mean, it is better than any other form of social media, and the asshole to sane human being ratio is about 0.5% lower as well.
Yes but I would sign up for WolfBook or TACTok. :lol
Tim's family doesn't pay any attention to what happens on DTF. :lol
No, I meant I changed your profile picture on whatever ancient form of social media you use (that your family does pay attention to), because I’m running your social media. Apparently.
DTF is my social media! That's it! :lol
Amen brother.
Yes but I would sign up for WolfBook or TACTok. :lol
I mean, it is better than any other form of social media, and the asshole to sane human being ratio is about 0.5% lower as well.
I mean, it is better than any other form of social media, and the asshole to sane human being ratio is about 0.5% lower as well.
It's gone up this year though. :lol
Who'd thunk that Winger wasn't last. Lol
I’m working on it. I’ve got a song picked but I’m not 100% happy with it. Gonna keep searching to see if I’ve got something more suitable, but don’t worry, I won’t go over the deadline.
I’m working on it. I’ve got a song picked but I’m not 100% happy with it. Gonna keep searching to see if I’ve got something more suitable, but don’t worry, I won’t go over the deadline.
No worries. I'm starting tonight, but I'll be tied up most of tomorrow anyway.
I’m working on it. I’ve got a song picked but I’m not 100% happy with it. Gonna keep searching to see if I’ve got something more suitable, but don’t worry, I won’t go over the deadline.
No worries. I'm starting tonight, but I'll be tied up most of tomorrow anyway.
TMI :o
I’m working on it. I’ve got a song picked but I’m not 100% happy with it. Gonna keep searching to see if I’ve got something more suitable, but don’t worry, I won’t go over the deadline.
No worries. I'm starting tonight, but I'll be tied up most of tomorrow anyway.
TMI :o
Is there now a bonus sex education round?
Sent.
Sent my final exam :corn
We have a final exam!?!?!
Is there now a bonus sex education round?
Is there now a bonus sex education round?
Or a menstruation round? :lol
Is there now a bonus sex education round?
Or a menstruation round? :lol
Alrighty, looking like Crow, Stadler,and Lukeare still to submit.
We have a final exam!?!?!
Yes. Read the syllabus.
We have a final exam!?!?!
Yes. Read the syllabus.
There's a syllabus?!?
Just heard from Stads and he'll send in a bit.
Just heard from Stads and he'll send in a bit.
While you're waiting, you could update the grades on page 1. :biggrin:
Just heard from Stads and he'll send in a bit.
While you're waiting, you could update the grades on page 1. :biggrin:
Yes, it's on my to do list today to catch everything up. :P
Just heard from Stads and he'll send in a bit.
While you're waiting, you could update the grades on page 1. :biggrin:
Yes, it's on my to do list today to catch everything up. :P
Get off the to do list, and on the to done list.
Just heard from Stads and he'll send in a bit.
While you're waiting, you could update the grades on page 1. :biggrin:
Yes, it's on my to do list today to catch everything up. :P
Get off the to do list, and on the to done list.
I am going to be removing Crow's school record, and it will involve the shifting of grades as if Crow was never here. Just working on a simple redistribution.
Just heard from Stads and he'll send in a bit.
While you're waiting, you could update the grades on page 1. :biggrin:
Yes, it's on my to do list today to catch everything up. :P
Get off the to do list, and on the to done list.
Just heard from Stads and he'll send in a bit.
While you're waiting, you could update the grades on page 1. :biggrin:
Yes, it's on my to do list today to catch everything up. :P
Get off the to do list, and on the to done list.
I am going to be removing Crow's school record, and it will involve the shifting of grades as if Crow was never here. Just working on a simple redistribution.
Well my best to Crow! Why would someone bail on a roulette when you almost have a diploma? :facepalm:
I'll work on all of the grading adjustments..
I'll work on all of the grading adjustments..
So you're basically going to gaslight us all into thinking Crow was never here?
I'll work on all of the grading adjustments..
So you're basically going to gaslight us all into thinking Crow was never here?
Unclear on the term gaslight, but probably yes. :lol
Gaslighting historically referred to extreme psychological manipulation to commit an individual to a psychiatric institution or cause mental illness with the intent to brainwash. In contemporary language, gaslighting is a colloquialism describing the subjective experience of having one's reality repeatedly questioned by another
i'm just too busy with other stuff right now & i can't send TAC any of my fun picks i've been into lately either so :lol not worth my time to think about this right now
also, she/her, it's plainly visible on my profile y'all :P
Someone actually sent Europe. :lolcan't say they didn't follow the assignment :lol
also, she/her, it's plainly visible on my profile y'all :PI literally never look at the symbols, totally forgot about them. :lol But I had wondered how you identified in terms of pronouns and hadn't noticed you post about it before (not saying you haven't, just not that I've read), so I'm glad you've clarified - thanks!
also, she/her, it's plainly visible on my profile y'all :PI literally never look at the symbols, totally forgot about them. :lol But I had wondered how you identified in terms of pronouns and hadn't noticed you post about it before (not saying you haven't, just not that I've read), so I'm glad you've clarified - thanks!
Mors Principium Est
I know right, I had them on my shortlist for this round. Great band, thanks again for introducing me to them!Mors Principium Est
Wait, how the fuck are these guys not banned?
Mors Principium Est
Wait, how the fuck are these guys not banned?
I know right, I had them on my shortlist for this round. Great band, thanks again for introducing me to them!Mors Principium Est
Wait, how the fuck are these guys not banned?
Mors Principium Est
Wait, how the fuck are these guys not banned?
Listen Wolfie, I've just ever really gotten into them and not familiar with their stuff. I have listened to them before but just one of those bands that I've not sunk myself in. It does need to change though.
Sending Pain of Salvation seems like the move of someone who’s not participated in a TAC roulette before.
i mean they picked Used so, probably not
I just thought that when you sent a song of theirs to Chris in his EP you must have been well into them.
I'm not mad though mate. I've sent them to you before so was reluctant to send again anyway.
:lol This totally has the tone of "Now listen here you little shit...".Mors Principium Est
Wait, how the fuck are these guys not banned?
Listen Wolfie, I've just ever really gotten into them and not familiar with their stuff. I have listened to them before but just one of those bands that I've not sunk myself in. It does need to change though.
Sending Pain of Salvation seems like the move of someone who’s not participated in a TAC roulette before.:lol
Sending Pain of Salvation seems like the move of someone who’s not participated in a TAC roulette before.
I just thought that when you sent a song of theirs to Chris in his EP you must have been well into them.
I'm not mad though mate. I've sent them to you before so was reluctant to send again anyway.
Just busting from the other thread where the dude called you Wolfie..
Yeah, I used them, but I was trying to make an EP, and the title really fit the theme.
Sending Pain of Salvation seems like the move of someone who’s not participated in a TAC roulette before.
Or it's Lethean trying to keep up the streak of sending bands everyone knows Tim isn't a fan of.
I thought, 'the fuck is Tim calling me that for the prick......especially after the nice fucking things I said about him in the other thread! :lol
Jingle why the insult? And here I thought we were friends.Sending Pain of Salvation seems like the move of someone who’s not participated in a TAC roulette before.
Or it's Lethean trying to keep up the streak of sending bands everyone knows Tim isn't a fan of.
Sending Pain of Salvation seems like the move of someone who’s not participated in a TAC roulette before.
Or it's Lethean trying to keep up the streak of sending bands everyone knows Tim isn't a fan of.
Well, he did....but he didn't send POS. I mean, he sent a POS, but not that POS...er...whatever..
i mean they picked Used so, probably not
i mean they picked Used so, probably not
:lol
Was about to post the same thing. Although you never know…
Jingle why the insult? And here I thought we were friends.Sending Pain of Salvation seems like the move of someone who’s not participated in a TAC roulette before.
Or it's Lethean trying to keep up the streak of sending bands everyone knows Tim isn't a fan of.
(Everyone definitely didn't know about Vanden Plas but that worked out well enough.)
Did Puppies send "Tidal"? That was one of the better songs sent in my roulette.No, but I kind of wish I had now. :lol
Oh no that's not the insult - that was more of an aside. The insult was implying that I would ever send POS to anyone in a roulette. Or outside of a roulette. Maybe someone I hated...Jingle why the insult? And here I thought we were friends.Sending Pain of Salvation seems like the move of someone who’s not participated in a TAC roulette before.
Or it's Lethean trying to keep up the streak of sending bands everyone knows Tim isn't a fan of.
(Everyone definitely didn't know about Vanden Plas but that worked out well enough.)
No insult dude... but Tim has railed on Kuntz's voice on more than one occasion. Did you send Leprous?
Oh no that's not the insult - that was more of an aside. The insult was implying that I would ever send POS to anyone in a roulette. Or outside of a roulette. Maybe someone I hated...Jingle why the insult? And here I thought we were friends.Sending Pain of Salvation seems like the move of someone who’s not participated in a TAC roulette before.
Or it's Lethean trying to keep up the streak of sending bands everyone knows Tim isn't a fan of.
(Everyone definitely didn't know about Vanden Plas but that worked out well enough.)
No insult dude... but Tim has railed on Kuntz's voice on more than one occasion. Did you send Leprous?
yeah, your whole bit is finding new & creative ways to send katatonia in roulettes :PGuilty as charged. :)
Ok, apology accepted. :)Oh no that's not the insult - that was more of an aside. The insult was implying that I would ever send POS to anyone in a roulette. Or outside of a roulette. Maybe someone I hated...Jingle why the insult? And here I thought we were friends.Sending Pain of Salvation seems like the move of someone who’s not participated in a TAC roulette before.
Or it's Lethean trying to keep up the streak of sending bands everyone knows Tim isn't a fan of.
(Everyone definitely didn't know about Vanden Plas but that worked out well enough.)
No insult dude... but Tim has railed on Kuntz's voice on more than one occasion. Did you send Leprous?
Lmao. Ok, we cool. I must’ve forgot you were in the PoS is the perfect double entendre group.
yeah, your whole bit is finding new & creative ways to send katatonia in roulettes :P
i mean they picked Used so, probably not
:lol
Was about to post the same thing. Although you never know…
Nick, did you send Sentenced?
Man, Forever Lost was the Sentenced song I had lined up too. Tim should really like that one.
Europe - Scream of Anger
They seem a little out of his wheelhouse to me, but I would be happy to be proven wrong.
Europe - Scream of Anger
Tim, was the Europe guess not correct?
Europe - Scream of Anger
Tim, was the Europe guess not correct?
That is correct. I must've missed it. i think I was driving to the gym..
It's fixed!
They seem a little out of his wheelhouse to me, but I would be happy to be proven wrong.
Even the stuff from Amok, you think? :corn
Cloven Hoof.
David Gilmour - "All Lovers Are Deranged" - Evermind?
Enslaved - Puppies?
Cloven Hoof.
David Gilmour - "All Lovers Are Deranged" - Evermind?
Enslaved - Puppies?
yes, except that Evermind didn't enroll.
You know it! :)
Enslaved - Puppies?
Kapia to Tac? Holy moly!
Kapia to Tac? Holy moly!
For real :lol
Updated Standings after Two ClassesThe scores look correct but my placement is very confusing because I'm two places too low for some reason. :lol
Wolfking…9.0+2.5=11.5/9 + 2.5 = 11.5....23.0
Litho…9.0+2.5=11.5/10 + 1.5 = 11.5...23.0
Nick…7.5+2.5=10.0/9 + 3 = 12....22.0
Jingle.Boy…10+1.5=11.5/8 + 1 = 9.....20.5
Lethean…8.0+2.0=10.0/8 + 2 = 10....20.0
Glasser…8.0+3.0=11.0/6 + 2.5 = 8.5...19.5
Lonestar…8.0+1.5=9.5/8 + 2 = 10....19.5
Ariich…7.0+2.5=9.5/8 + 2.5 = 10.5....20.0
Faizoff…8.0+2.0=10.0/7 + .5 = 7.5....17.5
Romdrums…7.0+2.0=9.0/7 + 1.5 = 8.5....17.5
Puppies…7.0+1.75=8.75/6 + 1.75 = 7.75 ....17.5
Tomislav…9.0+1.0=10.0/5 + 2.0 = 7.0...17.0
Soupy…6.0+.5=6.5/9 + 1.5 = 10.5...17.0
Jamesman…6.0+2.0=8.0/7 + 2 = 9....17.0
Reaper…7.0+1.5=8.5/7 + 1 = 8...16.5
Twosuitsluke…8.0+1.5=9.5/6 + 1 = 7.0....16.5
Kingshmegland…6.0+1.0=7.0/7.5 + 1.5 = 9....16.0
Stadler…5.0+.1.0=6.0/8 + 2 = 10....16.0
While we're at it, I'm about 10 places too low :biggrin:Updated Standings after Two ClassesThe scores look correct but my placement is very confusing because I'm two places too low for some reason. :lol
Wolfking…9.0+2.5=11.5/9 + 2.5 = 11.5....23.0
Litho…9.0+2.5=11.5/10 + 1.5 = 11.5...23.0
Nick…7.5+2.5=10.0/9 + 3 = 12....22.0
Jingle.Boy…10+1.5=11.5/8 + 1 = 9.....20.5
Lethean…8.0+2.0=10.0/8 + 2 = 10....20.0
Glasser…8.0+3.0=11.0/6 + 2.5 = 8.5...19.5
Lonestar…8.0+1.5=9.5/8 + 2 = 10....19.5
Ariich…7.0+2.5=9.5/8 + 2.5 = 10.5....20.0
Faizoff…8.0+2.0=10.0/7 + .5 = 7.5....17.5
Romdrums…7.0+2.0=9.0/7 + 1.5 = 8.5....17.5
Puppies…7.0+1.75=8.75/6 + 1.75 = 7.75 ....17.5
Tomislav…9.0+1.0=10.0/5 + 2.0 = 7.0...17.0
Soupy…6.0+.5=6.5/9 + 1.5 = 10.5...17.0
Jamesman…6.0+2.0=8.0/7 + 2 = 9....17.0
Reaper…7.0+1.5=8.5/7 + 1 = 8...16.5
Twosuitsluke…8.0+1.5=9.5/6 + 1 = 7.0....16.5
Kingshmegland…6.0+1.0=7.0/7.5 + 1.5 = 9....16.0
Stadler…5.0+.1.0=6.0/8 + 2 = 10....16.0
While we're at it, I'm about 10 places too low :biggrin:Updated Standings after Two ClassesThe scores look correct but my placement is very confusing because I'm two places too low for some reason. :lol
Wolfking…9.0+2.5=11.5/9 + 2.5 = 11.5....23.0
Litho…9.0+2.5=11.5/10 + 1.5 = 11.5...23.0
Nick…7.5+2.5=10.0/9 + 3 = 12....22.0
Jingle.Boy…10+1.5=11.5/8 + 1 = 9.....20.5
Lethean…8.0+2.0=10.0/8 + 2 = 10....20.0
Glasser…8.0+3.0=11.0/6 + 2.5 = 8.5...19.5
Lonestar…8.0+1.5=9.5/8 + 2 = 10....19.5
Ariich…7.0+2.5=9.5/8 + 2.5 = 10.5....20.0
Faizoff…8.0+2.0=10.0/7 + .5 = 7.5....17.5
Romdrums…7.0+2.0=9.0/7 + 1.5 = 8.5....17.5
Puppies…7.0+1.75=8.75/6 + 1.75 = 7.75 ....17.5
Tomislav…9.0+1.0=10.0/5 + 2.0 = 7.0...17.0
Soupy…6.0+.5=6.5/9 + 1.5 = 10.5...17.0
Jamesman…6.0+2.0=8.0/7 + 2 = 9....17.0
Reaper…7.0+1.5=8.5/7 + 1 = 8...16.5
Twosuitsluke…8.0+1.5=9.5/6 + 1 = 7.0....16.5
Kingshmegland…6.0+1.0=7.0/7.5 + 1.5 = 9....16.0
Stadler…5.0+.1.0=6.0/8 + 2 = 10....16.0
Updated Standings after Two ClassesThe scores look correct but my placement is very confusing because I'm two places too low for some reason. :lol
Wolfking…9.0+2.5=11.5/9 + 2.5 = 11.5....23.0
Litho…9.0+2.5=11.5/10 + 1.5 = 11.5...23.0
Nick…7.5+2.5=10.0/9 + 3 = 12....22.0
Jingle.Boy…10+1.5=11.5/8 + 1 = 9.....20.5
Lethean…8.0+2.0=10.0/8 + 2 = 10....20.0
Glasser…8.0+3.0=11.0/6 + 2.5 = 8.5...19.5
Lonestar…8.0+1.5=9.5/8 + 2 = 10....19.5
Ariich…7.0+2.5=9.5/8 + 2.5 = 10.5....20.0
Faizoff…8.0+2.0=10.0/7 + .5 = 7.5....17.5
Romdrums…7.0+2.0=9.0/7 + 1.5 = 8.5....17.5
Puppies…7.0+1.75=8.75/6 + 1.75 = 7.75 ....17.5
Tomislav…9.0+1.0=10.0/5 + 2.0 = 7.0...17.0
Soupy…6.0+.5=6.5/9 + 1.5 = 10.5...17.0
Jamesman…6.0+2.0=8.0/7 + 2 = 9....17.0
Reaper…7.0+1.5=8.5/7 + 1 = 8...16.5
Twosuitsluke…8.0+1.5=9.5/6 + 1 = 7.0....16.5
Kingshmegland…6.0+1.0=7.0/7.5 + 1.5 = 9....16.0
Stadler…5.0+.1.0=6.0/8 + 2 = 10....16.0
Oh joy... Another moment of 'I really hated to give this song a 7'
Oh joy... Another moment of 'I really hated to give this song a 7'
Oh joy... Another moment of 'I really hated to give this song a 7'
Say it again and you get 7's for the rest of my roulette :police:
4, 14 or 15?
11 or 13?
4 has to be me, Luke, or Glasser :rollin
Hmm, I could see 3, 6, and 8 applying to mine.
11 or 13?
No. I thought yours would be obvious. ;D
11 or 13?
No. I thought yours would be obvious. ;D
Apparently it wasn't...
7. Kingshmeglan-Sieges Even I feel like someone is trying to slip me some Damian Wilson.Oh boy....Arno Menses sounds nothing like Damian Wilson....Damian Wilson wishes he could sing as well as Arno...
7. Kingshmeglan-Sieges Even I feel like someone is trying to slip me some Damian Wilson.
Oh boy....Arno Menses sounds nothing like Damian Wilson....Damian Wilson wishes he could sing as well as Arno...
Damian Wilson wishes he could sing
7. Kingshmeglan-Sieges Even I feel like someone is trying to slip me some Damian Wilson.Oh boy....Arno Menses sounds nothing like Damian Wilson....Damian Wilson wishes he could sing as well as Arno...
Hah, that wasn't the first or main reason I sent them, but it did occur to me in the processing of choosing that you might come up with that comparison, just didn't think it would make it into the impression, lol.
10 or 12?
Normally people say they're like Arch Enemy if they were Euro-flavored USPM rather than melodeath (though there are a couple songs with harsh vocals on that album as well).
Arch Enemy's guitar work is always fantastic, but you've expressed reservation about female growls in the past, so I wouldn't send their middle or current eras, and I'm meh on their original vocalist, and they're kind of in the category of "too iconic and obvious to send" in general, but maybe that's worth rethinking at some point.
7. Kingshmeglan-Sieges Even I feel like someone is trying to slip me some Damian Wilson.Oh boy....Arno Menses sounds nothing like Damian Wilson....Damian Wilson wishes he could sing as well as Arno...
Yeah, kind of all over the map it looks like. I often go for more under the radar bands (less so in Jamesman's so far), but maybe there are later stages to my roulette sending strategy to come.
Am I 10?
10 or 12?
WTF? :lol
I updated yours above. It's a play on one of your writeups for me in your roulette. :lol
It's true though..
Gotcha... 2013 was when I found that band... Long day dude, cut me some slack
Next round is going to be fascinating.
I think I'm probably 8.
Am I 10?
You are not, but I do have an interesting comparison for it, and I'm curious to see if anyone else hears it.
When I get to the writeups, of course..
I think I'm probably 8.
It's a fitting impression, but you're not 8.
8?
13 has to be Chad?
3. Wolfking-Mgla Even though this song wants to breathe, it might be a tad long
So not 3.
Let's try 5 then or 15.
Gotcha... 2013 was when I found that band... Long day dude, cut me some slack
It's only 7:00 there! :lol
8?
Close. That's Nick, but you and he have very similar First Listen Impressions.13 has to be Chad?
Ya think? :lol
So, "a tad long" it is...just the wrong one ;)
Gotcha... 2013 was when I found that band... Long day dude, cut me some slack
It's only 7:00 there! :lol
Well I did 11 hours yesterday, started at 4:30am today, and just got home...so yeah...long day dude.
4
I have no idea who that is that Chad sent.
:lol 1 then?
Has to be 10.
You're right though, wtf was I thinking sending Alcest now. Well, if they don't do so hot I will find something else.
80% of these roulettes isn't finding the right song, it's finding the right host.
80% of these roulettes isn't finding the right song, it's finding the right host.
Damian Wilson always sounds like he has a pair of socks shoved up his nose.7. Kingshmeglan-Sieges Even I feel like someone is trying to slip me some Damian Wilson.Oh boy....Arno Menses sounds nothing like Damian Wilson....Damian Wilson wishes he could sing as well as Arno...
Nah, you've got that backwards.
I have no idea who that is that Chad sent.
Listen to it and you'll see what the cheating bastard did.
I have no idea who that is that Chad sent.
Listen to it and you'll see what the cheating bastard did.
I guess one has to sometimes simply applaud the level of blatant cheating brought to the table and wonder how its even possible.
So this guy is basically an imitation Tobi? :lol
Damian Wilson always sounds like he has a pair of socks shoved up his nose.7. Kingshmeglan-Sieges Even I feel like someone is trying to slip me some Damian Wilson.Oh boy....Arno Menses sounds nothing like Damian Wilson....Damian Wilson wishes he could sing as well as Arno...
Nah, you've got that backwards.
I have no idea who that is that Chad sent.
Listen to it and you'll see what the cheating bastard did.
I guess one has to sometimes simply applaud the level of blatant cheating brought to the table and wonder how its even possible.
So this guy is basically an imitation Tobi? :lol
Yeah... and not a very good one. The 3-albums in this story are mediocre at best (imo), but when there's a track that is a duet with Kiske and Heimen ... yeah, that's custom made for a TAC roulette.
Heiman too? I didn't even get that far. :lol Your continual raising of the cheating bar is beyond impressive sir.
Is the missing word "ariich" by any chance? :lol
2. I cannot believe that with this artist’s catalog, THIS is the song you send.I'm assuming this is Stadler, because that's basically how you react to everything Stadler sends in every roulette. :P
2. I cannot believe that with this artist’s catalog, THIS is the song you send.I'm assuming this is Stadler, because that's basically how you react to everything Stadler sends in every roulette. :P
2. I cannot believe that with this artist’s catalog, THIS is the song you send.I'm assuming this is Stadler, because that's basically how you react to everything Stadler sends in every roulette. :P
This was a prime example of what should be referred to as "Pulling a Stadler".
My strategy with roulettes has always been "send songs I like, based on the themes (if any)". Because it's a fool's game to try to guess what someone else will like. It hasn't worked though, and in 99% of the roulettes I'm in, I finish in the bottom 25%. So... what do I do? I select Dave Gilmour and figure, TAC has GOT to love the two songs cowritten with Pete Townsend! The fucking WHO!
Ya know, F you guys. :) :) :) :) :): )
My strategy with roulettes has always been "send songs I like”
My strategy with roulettes has always been "send songs I like”
Stads, if I know one thing about you it’s that you march to the beat of your own drum. If the ‘top whatever countdown’ threads have been anything to go by, your favourite songs are usually far from the general consensus. I appreciate your roulette approach, because generally I do the same (I keep sending King Gizzard don’t I?), and I know you aren’t trying to purely go for the win. If you did truly want to just go for the win, I’d honestly send the songs you don’t like, by your artist of choice.
Basically whatever your gut tells you, disregard it if you want to win :lol
Love ya :heart
My strategy with roulettes has always been "send songs I like”
Stads, if I know one thing about you it’s that you march to the beat of your own drum. If the ‘top whatever countdown’ threads have been anything to go by, your favourite songs are usually far from the general consensus. I appreciate your roulette approach, because generally I do the same (I keep sending King Gizzard don’t I?), and I know you aren’t trying to purely go for the win. If you did truly want to just go for the win, I’d honestly send the songs you don’t like, by your artist of choice.
Basically whatever your gut tells you, disregard it if you want to win :lol
Love ya :heart
I'm sticking with my gut, then, because the point for me (and I respect those that have a different view) isn't to win, but to have fun and shoot the shit about songs/music I like. Especially with someone like TAC, whose musical history is so close to mine (his banned list is essentially my entire music collection, more or less).
One thing I will say, is that in the countdowns and whatever, those are honest lists. When I put down "Cover My Eyes" as one of my favorite Dream Theater songs (if not my favorite) I mean it.
My strategy with roulettes has always been "send songs I like”
Stads, if I know one thing about you it’s that you march to the beat of your own drum. If the ‘top whatever countdown’ threads have been anything to go by, your favourite songs are usually far from the general consensus. I appreciate your roulette approach, because generally I do the same (I keep sending King Gizzard don’t I?), and I know you aren’t trying to purely go for the win. If you did truly want to just go for the win, I’d honestly send the songs you don’t like, by your artist of choice.
Basically whatever your gut tells you, disregard it if you want to win :lol
Love ya :heart
I'm sticking with my gut, then, because the point for me (and I respect those that have a different view) isn't to win, but to have fun and shoot the shit about songs/music I like. Especially with someone like TAC, whose musical history is so close to mine (his banned list is essentially my entire music collection, more or less).
One thing I will say, is that in the countdowns and whatever, those are honest lists. When I put down "Cover My Eyes" as one of my favorite Dream Theater songs (if not my favorite) I mean it.
I get you honestly. I love taking part in roulettes but I’m rarely in the running for winning the damn things. I send what I like for the most part and will always be fully behind what I submit. Same goes for the countdown threads. I put my honest faves of course, I’ve just noticed that your honest faves rarely line up with anyone else. There’s of course nothing wrong with that, and I fully respect it. It’s purely an observation on my part.
My strategy with roulettes has always been "send songs I like”
Stads, if I know one thing about you it’s that you march to the beat of your own drum. If the ‘top whatever countdown’ threads have been anything to go by, your favourite songs are usually far from the general consensus. I appreciate your roulette approach, because generally I do the same (I keep sending King Gizzard don’t I?), and I know you aren’t trying to purely go for the win. If you did truly want to just go for the win, I’d honestly send the songs you don’t like, by your artist of choice.
Basically whatever your gut tells you, disregard it if you want to win :lol
Love ya :heart
I'm sticking with my gut, then, because the point for me (and I respect those that have a different view) isn't to win, but to have fun and shoot the shit about songs/music I like. Especially with someone like TAC, whose musical history is so close to mine (his banned list is essentially my entire music collection, more or less).
One thing I will say, is that in the countdowns and whatever, those are honest lists. When I put down "Cover My Eyes" as one of my favorite Dream Theater songs (if not my favorite) I mean it.
I get you honestly. I love taking part in roulettes but I’m rarely in the running for winning the damn things. I send what I like for the most part and will always be fully behind what I submit. Same goes for the countdown threads. I put my honest faves of course, I’ve just noticed that your honest faves rarely line up with anyone else. There’s of course nothing wrong with that, and I fully respect it. It’s purely an observation on my part.
What’s interesting is that the people that generally finish low score wise often account for the handful or more memorable songs sent post roulette. In other words someone could have very mediocre results in 7 of the 8 rounds but for one round, they’ll send a song long remembered as opposed to the roulette leaders.
Damian Wilson always sounds like he has a pair of socks shoved up his nose.7. Kingshmeglan-Sieges Even I feel like someone is trying to slip me some Damian Wilson.Oh boy....Arno Menses sounds nothing like Damian Wilson....Damian Wilson wishes he could sing as well as Arno...
Nah, you've got that backwards.
B sides always had an aura to them that today’s “Bonus tracks” don’t carry.
The Twosuitsluke way…Except that you only win when you don't send Gizz.
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The Twosuitsluke way…Except that you only win when you don't send Gizz.
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I'm a noob with roulettes but I'm starting to think the best approach is just send what you want the host to check out rather than catering to what you think/hope they will like. My first one with Ariich was fun and I came in dead last as my ep was a goof.It was legendary. :lol Interesting and fun philosophy though. You were solidly top half before that final round but not a likely challenger for the title, so I see what you're saying about just having a laugh with it.
I'm a noob with roulettes but I'm starting to think the best approach is just send what you want the host to check out rather than catering to what you think/hope they will like. My first one with Ariich was fun and I came in dead last as my ep was a goof.It was legendary. :lol Interesting and fun philosophy though. You were solidly top half before that final round but not a likely challenger for the title, so I see what you're saying about just having a laugh with it.
Soupy: Big Big Train-Winkie
What a fascinating story, and musically it’s quite dramatic.
I’ve never heard a single BBT before, though I’ve seen them mentioned a lot around here. Here, they sound like they’re heavily influenced by Peter Gabriel & Genesis. Not in my wheelhouse, Genesis. I thought the story of this song was the most interesting variation of this round’s theme. A WWII Carrier Pigeon. But what is great about this song is that the narrative is supported by a driving epic-like soundtrack. Reminds me of the driving nature of Iron Maiden’s Empire Of The Clouds. The backing lines with “Calculating windspeed” were really effective. Really a great experience this song.
Soupy: Big Big Train-Winkie
What a fascinating story, and musically it’s quite dramatic.
I’ve never heard a single BBT before, though I’ve seen them mentioned a lot around here. Here, they sound like they’re heavily influenced by Peter Gabriel & Genesis. Not in my wheelhouse, Genesis. I thought the story of this song was the most interesting variation of this round’s theme. A WWII Carrier Pigeon. But what is great about this song is that the narrative is supported by a driving epic-like soundtrack. Reminds me of the driving nature of Iron Maiden’s Empire Of The Clouds. The backing lines with “Calculating windspeed” were really effective. Really a great experience this song.
Accidentally clicked on this thread and discovered Big Big Train scored a 9! Not sure if Soupy sent the album version or the live version, but the live performance is even better.
I mean, why half ass it when you can whole ass it!What’s interesting is that the people that generally finish low score wise often account for the handful or more memorable songs sent post roulette. In other words someone could have very mediocre results in 7 of the 8 rounds but for one round, they’ll send a song long remembered as opposed to the roulette leaders.
Except Puppies. When he sends crap, he commits! :lol
:lolI'm actually just sending music that I want you to check out that I really like, in hopes of expanding your horizons a bit more. If it works, great! If not, at least I had fun!
Yeah, I think that’s the theme he’s following here. :lol
He sends music that nobody likes.Now I feel attacked :lol
:lolI'm actually just sending music that I want you to check out that I really like, in hopes of expanding your horizons a bit more. If it works, great! If not, at least I had fun!
Yeah, I think that’s the theme he’s following here. :lol
And just a heads up, I'm probably going to change my main assignment song for next round. Maybe....if I find the time.....:lolI'm actually just sending music that I want you to check out that I really like, in hopes of expanding your horizons a bit more. If it works, great! If not, at least I had fun!
Yeah, I think that’s the theme he’s following here. :lol
I'm just busting. Glad you're here!
And just a heads up, I'm probably going to change my main assignment song for next round. Maybe....if I find the time.....:lolI'm actually just sending music that I want you to check out that I really like, in hopes of expanding your horizons a bit more. If it works, great! If not, at least I had fun!
Yeah, I think that’s the theme he’s following here. :lol
I'm just busting. Glad you're here!
G’day!
Got real deep on the writeups yesterday. More than half. Pretty much everything is ranked. I have one locked in 8 and just trying to figure out out of the other five, which one gets bumped to the 7.5.
I have two songs competing for the 10, but I have a pretty strong lean on one of them, and I think it could be a surprise.
Sister song comparisons will be posted after work.
6. Puppies-Enslaved Nice and heavy and doesn’t feel as long as it is.
8. Nick-Sentenced Really cool groove on this, though might be a tad long
Sister Song Comparisons
Sentenced > Enslaved
Oh :censored :rollin
6. Puppies-Enslaved Nice and heavy and doesn’t feel as long as it is.
8. Nick-Sentenced Really cool groove on this, though might be a tad longSister Song Comparisons
Sentenced > Enslaved
Ha! I'll take it. Sorry, Puppies :biggrin:
Also mildly surprised by POS>Leprous (given the songs, I mean)
This is going to be interesting :corn :corn
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Tomislav: Mors Principium Est- Lost In A Starless Aeon
How can you send such drivel in one round and then…..this?
This was really punchy and I loved it from the jump. I really need to check this band out more. Not sure I’ve been sold on the vocals on everything I’ve heard, but they’re fine here. Musically though this band is all win. This caught my attention every time it came up in the playlist. This was a great choice, and it feels like it packs a lot in its five minutes, yet never overstays its welcome.
Lithojazzosphere: Amaran-Primal Nature
The only thing I don’t love is the repeating descending (ascending?) guitar line in the chorus.
Nick: Sentenced-Forever Lost
Really cool groove on this, though might be a tad long
A number of years ago, I sampled Sentenced and the vocals basically made them a non starter for me. This song is a great reintroduction to the band. What I hear while listening to this is Blaze Era Iron maiden. The intro is a sounds like Maiden (with a little Eye Of The Beholder underneath), but it’s as if this is a Harris/Gers piece. At 3:44, and again at 4:50, all I hear is Janick. I also hear a little Fields Of The Nephilim slightly as well.
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Tomislav: Mors Principium Est- Lost In A Starless Aeon
How can you send such drivel in one round and then…..this?
This was really punchy and I loved it from the jump. I really need to check this band out more. Not sure I’ve been sold on the vocals on everything I’ve heard, but they’re fine here. Musically though this band is all win. This caught my attention every time it came up in the playlist. This was a great choice, and it feels like it packs a lot in its five minutes, yet never overstays its welcome.
Watch out for Tim's next roulette in six months where he still hasn't checked Mors Principium Est out and they're once again not banned. :lol
So let me get this straight, PoS and a song fronted by Kiske and Heiman rate the same.
Nick: Sentenced-Forever Lost
Really cool groove on this, though might be a tad long
A number of years ago, I sampled Sentenced and the vocals basically made them a non starter for me. This song is a great reintroduction to the band. What I hear while listening to this is Blaze Era Iron maiden. The intro is a sounds like Maiden (with a little Eye Of The Beholder underneath), but it’s as if this is a Harris/Gers piece. At 3:44, and again at 4:50, all I hear is Janick. I also hear a little Fields Of The Nephilim slightly as well.
If you ever dig into the band, there are 3 distinct periods (death metal, mid-period, super melodic with a new singer) that the band evolved through. Listening to one of their later records is drastically different than one of their earlier records.
I love the write-up for Alcest. If you ever check out the album it's from, I think you might really enjoy it. It's an experience!
Totally get what you said, Tim.
Nick: Sentenced-Forever Lost
Really cool groove on this, though might be a tad long
A number of years ago, I sampled Sentenced and the vocals basically made them a non starter for me. This song is a great reintroduction to the band. What I hear while listening to this is Blaze Era Iron maiden. The intro is a sounds like Maiden (with a little Eye Of The Beholder underneath), but it’s as if this is a Harris/Gers piece. At 3:44, and again at 4:50, all I hear is Janick. I also hear a little Fields Of The Nephilim slightly as well.
If you ever dig into the band, there are 3 distinct periods (death metal, mid-period, super melodic with a new singer) that the band evolved through. Listening to one of their later records is drastically different than one of their earlier records.
Hey, thanks for poking your head in....where does this song come from?
Nick: Sentenced-Forever Lost
Really cool groove on this, though might be a tad long
A number of years ago, I sampled Sentenced and the vocals basically made them a non starter for me. This song is a great reintroduction to the band. What I hear while listening to this is Blaze Era Iron maiden. The intro is a sounds like Maiden (with a little Eye Of The Beholder underneath), but it’s as if this is a Harris/Gers piece. At 3:44, and again at 4:50, all I hear is Janick. I also hear a little Fields Of The Nephilim slightly as well.
If you ever dig into the band, there are 3 distinct periods (death metal, mid-period, super melodic with a new singer) that the band evolved through. Listening to one of their later records is drastically different than one of their earlier records.
Hey, thanks for poking your head in....where does this song come from?
New Singer / Later Period...the music turned more...up-tempo
Fair and I think exactly why I was trying a late change with the song. Definitely check it out, you'll like it.
Edit: Err, he just posted as well, so there we go.
New Singer / Later Period...the music turned more...up-tempo
Huh, my recollection is that the tempos on average go down. Sounds like I'm due for a refresh binge on them to check that.
Fair and I think exactly why I was trying a late change with the song. Definitely check it out, you'll like it.
Oh yeah, I do like it. A victim of the Stacker. It was tough to leave it out of the 8's.
Soupy: Big Big Train-Winkie
What a fascinating story, and musically it’s quite dramatic.
I’ve never heard a single BBT before, though I’ve seen them mentioned a lot around here. Here, they sound like they’re heavily influenced by Peter Gabriel & Genesis. Not in my wheelhouse, Genesis. I thought the story of this song was the most interesting variation of this round’s theme. A WWII Carrier Pigeon. But what is great about this song is that the narrative is supported by a driving epic-like soundtrack. Reminds me of the driving nature of Iron Maiden’s Empire Of The Clouds. The backing lines with “Calculating windspeed” were really effective. Really a great experience this song.
Accidentally clicked on this thread and discovered Big Big Train scored a 9! Not sure if Soupy sent the album version or the live version, but the live performance is even better.
But there are songs like The Suicider, which musically, are up tempo and rocking, while contrasting with morose, despair-filled lyrics. There's still plenty of slower songs too, but I think it fits well with the topics that they write about.
TAC, what do you see as the advantage of the stacker? This sort of outcome is why I'm hesitant to use it, but hosts seem to like it.
Nick: Sentenced-Forever Lost
Really cool groove on this, though might be a tad long
A number of years ago, I sampled Sentenced and the vocals basically made them a non starter for me. This song is a great reintroduction to the band. What I hear while listening to this is Blaze Era Iron maiden. The intro is a sounds like Maiden (with a little Eye Of The Beholder underneath), but it’s as if this is a Harris/Gers piece. At 3:44, and again at 4:50, all I hear is Janick. I also hear a little Fields Of The Nephilim slightly as well.
If you ever dig into the band, there are 3 distinct periods (death metal, mid-period, super melodic with a new singer) that the band evolved through. Listening to one of their later records is drastically different than one of their earlier records.
Hey, thanks for poking your head in....where does this song come from?
The mid-period. Quick rundown:
Death Metal period:
Shadows from the Past - debut, self-admitted Death rip-off album
North from Here - more technical, European influenced melodic death/black metal album. Around this time they recorded a ripping cover of The Trooper.
Mid period
Amok - this album has the song that you listened to. It was the same lineup, but they dropped the death metal and introduced much more melody. Nepenthe is the "hit" song from this album.
Love and Death EP - EP in a similar style, with a fun cover of White Wedding.
New Singer / Later Period
They changed singers to Ville Laihalla. These are my favorite albums that the band put out - the music turned more gothic influenced, melodic and up-tempo, with ultra-melancholy lyrics about death, depression, love, morose feelings, suicide, etc. Ville could sing better than Taneli Jarva as well, carrying more of a tune. A good comparison would be songs similar in style to Paradise Lost / Say Just Words.
Oh hey, my song didn’t do terribly, maybe there’s hope for me yet! Glad you liked the song dude. The Haunted Made Me Do It and The Dead Eye are two of my all time favourite metal albums, so definitely add them to some list somewhere, to check out.
Oh hey, my song didn’t do terribly, maybe there’s hope for me yet! Glad you liked the song dude. The Haunted Made Me Do It and The Dead Eye are two of my all time favourite metal albums, so definitely add them to some list somewhere, to check out.
The vocals almost cost you, but the song was so good.
The good news is (hope I'm not spoiling anything)...my extra credit song is another Sentenced tune from a different period :) so you can hear for yourself. It's from their second to last album, Cold White Light - even though it's not, as a whole, an absolute favorite (although I think it's great too), that song is so good and catchy I couldn't resist.
8
Faizoff: Pain Of Salvation- Used
This song feels like a medley
I have to admit, I thoroughly enjoyed this song. I loved the Faith No More/rap styled verses. The snare had a bad ass pop to it which was addictive. The “Getting used to pain” prechorus was…ok I guess, and the chorus was really nice.At 2:42, it’s such a cool part with the solo and the steady beat behind it leading into a really cool bridge. Love the drum sound in this song.
Sending Pain of Salvation seems like the move of someone who’s not participated in a TAC roulette before.
Sending Pain of Salvation seems like the move of someone who’s not participated in a TAC roulette before.
Yeah, I chuckled too. Hopefully though whoever sent them finally picked the break through song.
Sending Pain of Salvation seems like the move of someone who’s not participated in a TAC roulette before.
Or it's Lethean trying to keep up the streak of sending bands everyone knows Tim isn't a fan of.
:lol
Sending Pain of Salvation seems like the move of someone who’s not participated in a TAC roulette before.
i mean they picked Used so, probably not
:lol
Was about to post the same thing. Although you never know…
What is the stacker? What I've been using in my roulette?
Just had my first run through of the Extra Credit playlist and...it's pretty weak! ;D
So "Cross My Heart and Hope To Die" it is. Definitely a good one.
Ariich: Lacrimas Profunere- The Kingdom Solicitude
Lonestar: Sunburst-Symbol Of Life
So "Cross My Heart and Hope To Die" it is. Definitely a good one.
Cool that Cold White Light is your favorite, by the way. Melodically it's one of their strongest, for sure. I like it a lot too - maybe not a top 3, but it's one of the Sentenced albums I end up revisiting the most.
What's your favorite track on it?
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Tim, it's time to do some more POS exploration! :biggrin: Do yourself a favor and check out the rest of Perfect Element and Remedy Lane...and I would throw in One Hour By the Concrete Lake for good measure. It was my first POS album, and it's perhaps a little more classic prog-metal, although already with a very distinctive sound/approach
Lonestar: Sunburst-Symbol Of Life
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Anything withRoy KhanVasilis Georgiou rocks it. This should score well with Tim, since Vasilis also provides some vocal duties for Project Aegis.
If TAC has problems with Jeff Loomis' guitar sound he should also have problems with Gus Drax's, but that is one of the songs that mostly stays out of the low range, so it might work.
I think I want to do a math based Final Exam. Did you say we can use song titles with any math word (like shape names, or words like "add")?
I'm finally happy with the two songs I have ready for the next round. I tried so many different combinations and something felt missing every time until I paired these two together last night. 24 hours later and it still works, so I think my overthinking can finally end for next round. :lol
I'm finally happy with the two songs I have ready for the next round. I tried so many different combinations and something felt missing every time until I paired these two together last night. 24 hours later and it still works, so I think my overthinking can finally end for next round. :lol
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Lonestar: Sunburst-Symbol Of Life
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Anything withRoy KhanVasilis Georgiou rocks it. This should score well with Tim, since Vasilis also provides some vocal duties for Project Aegis.
I think I have my math final exam complete, though if i find another song I will make a swap. I like my little EP a lot, too.
Have they? Looking at it, that's their only album. 2016...I thought it was earlier.
I think I have my math final exam complete, though if i find another song I will make a swap. I like my little EP a lot, too.
So, out of the 2 Enslaved songs, which did you like better?
Man you guys are onto it with your EPs. I haven't even figured out songs for round 4.
What happens if your EP is set and a band gets blocked? That eould severly piss me off.
Oh yeah.....forgot about that one. That's actually a solid rule gambling on committing before knowing if they score like ass or not.
Man you guys are onto it with your EPs. I haven't even figured out songs for round 4.
I think Nick is a ringer. He's too good at this to be school age. :lol
I wanted to send Roots of the Mountain or Neogenesis, but they're a little too long.So, out of the 2 Enslaved songs, which did you like better?
Definitely Kingdom. It wasn’t that I didn’t like Singular, but I kept drifting off on it.
I wanted to send Roots of the Mountain or Neogenesis, but they're a little too long.So, out of the 2 Enslaved songs, which did you like better?
Definitely Kingdom. It wasn’t that I didn’t like Singular, but I kept drifting off on it.
:lolI wanted to send Roots of the Mountain or Neogenesis, but they're a little too long.So, out of the 2 Enslaved songs, which did you like better?
Definitely Kingdom. It wasn’t that I didn’t like Singular, but I kept drifting off on it.
Phew!
OK, First Listen Impressions are now locked and loaded for the first 8 submissions.Do I still have until Monday to change mine?
OK, First Listen Impressions are now locked and loaded for the first 8 submissions.Do I still have until Monday to change mine?
OK, First Listen Impressions are now locked and loaded for the first 8 submissions.Do I still have until Monday to change mine?
I went the opposite and sent some rock stuff.
I feel like that first part is some reverse psychology. :lolOK, First Listen Impressions are now locked and loaded for the first 8 submissions.Do I still have until Monday to change mine?
And take back the best song you’ve sent so far?? ???
Yeah, precedent has been sent that once the First Listen Impression is locked in, it’s in!!
I feel like that first part is some reverse psychology. :lolOK, First Listen Impressions are now locked and loaded for the first 8 submissions.Do I still have until Monday to change mine?
And take back the best song you’ve sent so far?? ???
Yeah, precedent has been sent that once the First Listen Impression is locked in, it’s in!!
Anyways, that's fine.
I have a draft of my EP that's starting out quite auspiciously. There's room for one more song left, which I'm hoping to find when I go through more '23 albums, but if not I'll have to sub in something else.
So the EP has to stick to one theme right? It can’t mix up the themes at all?
So the EP has to stick to one theme right? It can’t mix up the themes at all?
OK, First Listen Impressions are now locked and loaded for the first 8 submissions.Do I still have until Monday to change mine?
Not if he's listened mate.
So the EP has to stick to one theme right? It can’t mix up the themes at all?
One theme.
Can my final exam be recess themed? :neverusethis:
I’ll be edging towards a Current Events theme as I have a shit ton of 2023 stuff I can send.
I’ll be edging towards a Current Events theme as I have a shit ton of 2023 stuff I can send.
I’ll be edging towards a Current Events theme as I have a shit ton of 2023 stuff I can send.
You have a ton of shit from 2023? :lol
This foreign language round sucks! WTF!? Who the fuck wants to listen to music in another language. Might skip that class or be sick that day.
Are you sure Australian can't be used?
What about a song with just a fuck ton of swearing, that's my native language too.
This foreign language round sucks! WTF!? Who the fuck wants to listen to music in another language. Might skip that class or be sick that day.
Are you sure Australian can't be used?
What about a song with just a fuck ton of swearing, that's my native language too.
This foreign language round sucks! WTF!? Who the fuck wants to listen to music in another language. Might skip that class or be sick that day.
Are you sure Australian can't be used?
What about a song with just a fuck ton of swearing, that's my native language too.
Man, you're missing out on some music...
This foreign language round sucks! WTF!? Who the fuck wants to listen to music in another language. Might skip that class or be sick that day.
Are you sure Australian can't be used?
What about a song with just a fuck ton of swearing, that's my native language too.
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This foreign language round sucks! WTF!? Who the fuck wants to listen to music in another language. Might skip that class or be sick that day.
Are you sure Australian can't be used?
What about a song with just a fuck ton of swearing, that's my native language too.
Man, you're missing out on some music...
I mean, probably. It's funny though, lyrics are most of the time the part of a song I'd take notice of the least but there's something about listening to songs where I can't understand a fucking word.
The only one that spring to mind was from Helloween and its fucking stupid.
I have got a couple of options but I have nothing in my arsenal for this one.
I mean, probably. It's funny though, lyrics are most of the time the part of a song I'd take notice of the least but there's something about listening to songs where I can't understand a fucking word.
I briefly considered Rammstein's Te quiero puta, chuckled for a split second, then went with a real pick :lolI mean, probably. It's funny though, lyrics are most of the time the part of a song I'd take notice of the least but there's something about listening to songs where I can't understand a fucking word.
:lol
I'm just waiting to see which suckah tries to send me Rammstein.
Kade, just send an instrumental and say it's American sign language
Kade, just send an instrumental and say it's American sign language
Kade sent a Japanese masturbation video with elevator music in the background.
I briefly considered Rammstein's Te quiero puta, chuckled for a split second, then went with a real pick :lolI mean, probably. It's funny though, lyrics are most of the time the part of a song I'd take notice of the least but there's something about listening to songs where I can't understand a fucking word.
:lol
I'm just waiting to see which suckah tries to send me Rammstein.
OK?Kade, just send an instrumental and say it's American sign language
Kade sent a Japanese masturbation video with elevator music in the background.
Which one... Er... Never mind...
Oh, it definitely is and Rosenrot is my favorite Rammstein album, but Tim would have hated that song most likely.I briefly considered Rammstein's Te quiero puta, chuckled for a split second, then went with a real pick :lolI mean, probably. It's funny though, lyrics are most of the time the part of a song I'd take notice of the least but there's something about listening to songs where I can't understand a fucking word.
:lol
I'm just waiting to see which suckah tries to send me Rammstein.
That's a fantastic song, and I say that 100% unironically :biggrin:
Geography Main Assignment Grades!
7
Lethean: Leprous-Phantom Pain
You didn’t do it again did you?
I’ve sampled Leprous before, and they’ve just never moved the needle for me. The intro to this song really had me worried. It does get better once it turns into Lord Nefaryus. The “harsh” vocals before the chorus were unexpected, but the chorus itself was excellent. Musically, the rest of it was decent enough. Better than I expected.
Kade, just send an instrumental and say it's American sign language
Kade sent a Japanese masturbation video with elevator music in the background.
Kade, just send an instrumental and say it's American sign language
Kade sent a Japanese masturbation video with elevator music in the background.
How did you get access to my Pornhub search history?
English is a foreign language for me, does it mean I can send a song in English :xbones
Oh, it definitely is and Rosenrot is my favorite Rammstein album, but Tim would have hated that song most likely.
That's a fantastic song, and I say that 100% unironically :biggrin:
This foreign language round sucks! WTF!? Who the fuck wants to listen to music in another language. Might skip that class or be sick that day.
Kade, just send an instrumental and say it's American sign language
English is a foreign language for me, does it mean I can send a song in English :xbones
This foreign language round sucks! WTF!? Who the fuck wants to listen to music in another language. Might skip that class or be sick that day.
I'm with you mate. I can think of one song in my 20,000 song library off the top of my head that is fully non-english. And it's a bonus song, and it's not on Spotify, and it's from a band I've given to Tim in past roulettes. Can't even use Galnyrus, as most of their music is mixed with english as well. This is mostly a throw away round for me, as I can't really submit anything that I know.
Geography Main Assignment Grades!
7
Lethean: Leprous-Phantom Pain
You didn’t do it again did you?
I’ve sampled Leprous before, and they’ve just never moved the needle for me. The intro to this song really had me worried. It does get better once it turns into Lord Nefaryus. The “harsh” vocals before the chorus were unexpected, but the chorus itself was excellent. Musically, the rest of it was decent enough. Better than I expected.
I kind of suspected the bolded, but hoped the rest of the song would make up for it. :) Also, :lol at Lord Nefaryus. :) I was definitely hoping for a higher score but I'll take some level of enjoyment. Also I'd recommend giving them a shot live if you're going to more concerts these days (I'm guessing maybe they'll come back in 2024); they're a pretty intense live band.
Sent for round 4.
Just waiting on twosuits and Stads.
This foreign language round sucks! WTF!? Who the fuck wants to listen to music in another language. Might skip that class or be sick that day.
I'm with you mate. I can think of one song in my 20,000 song library off the top of my head that is fully non-english. And it's a bonus song, and it's not on Spotify, and it's from a band I've given to Tim in past roulettes. Can't even use Galnyrus, as most of their music is mixed with english as well. This is mostly a throw away round for me, as I can't really submit anything that I know.
And here I am thinking the Recess Round was your throwaway round?
Just waiting on twosuits and Stads.
Apologies for my tardiness., I’m just finalising. Even with an open round I’ve been struggling to find something over the weekend I’m 100% happy with. Just listening to a few more potentials before I send.
Just waiting on twosuits and Stads.
Just waiting on twosuits and Stads.
This is Recess, right, not Foreign Language?
Bueller.Frye
Bueller.
Bueller.
Kade sent Keep of Kalessin - Kolossus
All the Ks.
Paradise Lost - Nick.
Surprised that I don't recall seeing this band in a roulette yet.
Surprised that I don't recall seeing this band in a roulette yet.
Probably a good reason for it..
Lord - Forever.
Is that Chad pinching one of my bands again?
Lord - Forever.
Is that Chad pinching one of my bands again?
Not Chad, but as soon as I saw it, I knew it would get your attention. :lol
Or not Nick if I use my eyes properly. :lol
Kade, just send an instrumental and say it's American sign language
Kade sent a Japanese masturbation video with elevator music in the background.
How did you get access to my Pornhub search history?
Who do you think runs the thing?
Lord - Forever.
Is that Chad pinching one of my bands again?
Kade, just send an instrumental and say it's American sign language
Kade sent a Japanese masturbation video with elevator music in the background.
How did you get access to my Pornhub search history?
Who do you think runs the thing?
And why do you think I have to shave my hands regularly?
King’s X …is it Dogman?
Stadler?
King's X: Dogman. Interested to see how this one scores. :corn
Myrath is jamesman or puppies.
Myrath is jamesman or puppies.
Or Tomi
Wild Horses. Bit of an equestrian round we have going it looks like.
Falling Up.
So I've heard the first 14 songs 4 times already, and the other 4 I received today twice.
My early impression is that in the last round, I hated to give a few songs 7's. I thought they were better than that, but you know..the stacker stacks.
In this round, it's the opposite. I'm going to struggle to give some 8's, 9's and a 10, as I think because of the stacker, a number of songs are going to have inflated scores than they would otherwise have.
I think you missed me guessing the Triosphere song several posts ago, "Human Condition". It would be odd if that was wrong.
Did king send King's X? If true, I should have been the one to send Triosphere, would have been a repeat of one of 425's rounds.
Wild Horses. Bit of an equestrian round we have going it looks like.
Falling Up.
I think you missed me guessing the Triosphere song several posts ago, "Human Condition". It would be odd if that was wrong.
Yes. Sorry, I was using the school gymnasium.
Did king send King's X? If true, I should have been the one to send Triosphere, would have been a repeat of one of 425's rounds.
Except this round will end at some point.
Osyron has to be lonestar.
Osyron has to be lonestar.
Never heard of them :lol
But with the surety that you said that I should probably check them out.
Is glasser or romdrums Therapy?
Some hunches:Luke is correct.
Litho sent Voivod
Luke sent AVRKRVST (this could also be Ariich)
Glasser sent Nevermore
Faizoff sent Monuments
Switch round Glaser and Litho, is that right?
Ariich sent Osyron.
Lonestar sent Monuments.
Faizoff sent Nevermore.
Romdrums sent Chastain
Reaper sent Lord.
Ariich sent Osyron.
Lonestar sent Monuments.
Faizoff sent Nevermore.
Romdrums sent Chastain
Reaper sent Lord.
Litho sent Osyron.
Romdrums sent Lord.
Litho sent Osyron.
Romdrums sent Lord.
Nope. I sent Osyron.
Puppies sent Voivod
Reaper sent Tweaker
Jamesman sent Falling Up
Twosuitsluke sent AVKRVST
Soupy sent Therapy
Romdrums sent Osyron
Ariich sent Lord
Litho sent Chastain
You sent them to me a couple of roulettes ago and I dug the songs you sent. The rest of their albums didn't quite do it for me but that one is cracking.Lord - Forever.
Is that Chad pinching one of my bands again?
Not Chad, but as soon as I saw it, I knew it would get your attention. :lol
Chad is Presto Ballet then?
Didn't know there were more Lord fans here. Nick?
Puppies sent Voivod
Reaper sent Tweaker
Jamesman sent Falling Up
Twosuitsluke sent AVKRVST
Soupy sent Therapy
Romdrums sent Osyron
Ariich sent Lord
Litho sent Chastain
You, my friend, are amazing! Wow!
You sent them to me a couple of roulettes ago and I dug the songs you sent. The rest of their albums didn't quite do it for me but that one is cracking.Lord - Forever.
Is that Chad pinching one of my bands again?
Not Chad, but as soon as I saw it, I knew it would get your attention. :lol
Chad is Presto Ballet then?
Didn't know there were more Lord fans here. Nick?
Funnily enough though for me, Forever is one of the weakest tracks on the album.Too much of a slow build, perhaps! :lol I love it, the build up is great and the chorus is one of the best on the album.
Funnily enough though for me, Forever is one of the weakest tracks on the album.Too much of a slow build, perhaps! :lol I love it, the build up is great and the chorus is one of the best on the album.
I guess I'm hoping for #5.
3 or 16?
10?
13 or 17?
I guess I'm hoping for #5.
Being sent a metal song would not be unexpected.
15?
I guess I'm hoping for #5.
Being sent a metal song would not be unexpected.
But supposedly never having listened to them you wouldn't necessarily know what to expect them to sound like.
I guess I'm hoping for #5.
Being sent a metal song would not be unexpected.
But supposedly never having listened to them you wouldn't necessarily know what to expect them to sound like.
I knew exactly what Chastain would sound like..except for... well that'd give the Impression away..
14
3 or 6
7?:tup
18?
14
Like a brillo pad on my nuts.
14
Like a brillo pad on my nuts.
LOL the extra credit will be worse...
Ariich / Lord has to be 9
Is Presto Ballet the Michael Monroe comment? I just sampled a couple of songs, and I suppose it’s a possibility.
Lethean/Voyager is 11
Nick is right.
Puppies is not 17, and I have no idea what this means.. :lol
Lethean/Voyager is 11
Nick is right.
Puppies is not 17, and I have no idea what this means.. :lol
Lethean/Voyager is 11
:rollin :rollin
I obviously mixed up two crappy Australian Prog-metal bands! Lol
Nick is right.
Funnily enough though for me, Forever is one of the weakest tracks on the album.Too much of a slow build, perhaps! :lol I love it, the build up is great and the chorus is one of the best on the album.
Yeah dunno. The chorus just never did it for me.
Nick is right.
You know, I never even thought of anything close to that association, but it's actually not a completely out-there impression :biggrin: at least for that song.
I guess I'm not sure if it's good or bad...I mean, you like Rush, but I'm not sure how you feel about Astbury and, more to the point, I'm not sure about how you'd feel about Astbury fronting Rush :lol
I've been trying to work it out the last few hours but I think Tim is right, I guess it's a bit long for what it is.
Keep the Dad jokes coming teach, we love them.....
Keep the Dad jokes coming teach, we love them.....
:lol
I could just feel my son's eyes rolling 30 miles away at school.
Keep the Dad jokes coming teach, we love them.....
:lol
I could just feel my son's eyes rolling 30 miles away at school.
It's taking all my will not to comment.
I am fine if I lose to them, Nevermore, or King's X.
I was happy to see Triosphere was in play. Seriously killer band. Ida is incredible!
I am fine if I lose to ...King's X.
I was happy to see Triosphere was in play. Seriously killer band. Ida is incredible!
Youda is incredible!I am fine if I lose to ...King's X.
I wouldn't be.
That's funny, everyone else thinks like me. Lol
Ariich is going to wake up and find his Impression has already been picked for him again.Dammit. :lol
Is Chad's the Rush one?
12 or 4 ?
Is Chad's the Rush one?
If that's the case, I'm fucked then. For as much as I don't hear any 'Rush' in that tune, if anything ... it'd be Power Windows-era Rush.
12 or 4 ?
4. This has some very familiar moments
4. This has some very familiar moments
Of course.
Even though it’s Wednesday, I am working today, so I’ll update everything this afternoon.
There are some crappy vocals in this round too.
There are some crappy vocals in this round too.
Not me for once though!
There are some crappy vocals in this round too.
Not me for once though!
Let me go back and give it a quick listen.
And by all means, I'm open for questions regarding the Extra Credit songs. I'm listening 2, usually 3 times through.
Let me go back and give it a quick listen.
And by all means, I'm open for questions regarding the Extra Credit songs. I'm listening 2, usually 3 times through.
Ok, why didn’t all my extra credit songs score 3 points so far?
Is it that weird? I don’t think it is, I may need to relisten with TAC ears. Also, as we don’t get write ups for extra credit songs, I have to ask what you thought of the Send More Paramedics vocalist. He’s a acquired taste and my gut tells me you hated him :lol
Let me go back and give it a quick listen.
And by all means, I'm open for questions regarding the Extra Credit songs. I'm listening 2, usually 3 times through.
Ok, why didn’t all my extra credit songs score 3 points so far?
They kinda sucked? How's that? ;DIs it that weird? I don’t think it is, I may need to relisten with TAC ears. Also, as we don’t get write ups for extra credit songs, I have to ask what you thought of the Send More Paramedics vocalist. He’s a acquired taste and my gut tells me you hated him :lol
A quick check..he reminded me of the dude from The Offspring, which is fine. I felt like if he got any closer to a screamo, then it would've been a problem.
I was hoping I’d win you over with the intro guitar solo.
Pretty sure I landed face first into the crappy vocal pile... Tim has an issue with vocals in the higher ranges.
Pretty sure I landed face first into the crappy vocal pile... Tim has an issue with vocals in the higher ranges.
To me it seems it's more often the lower ranges. :lol
Ok, so since you're fielding questions about extra credit songs, how did one Quo Vadis song win the round and the other land in the bottom half? Were the growls too prominent on "Silence Calls the Storm"?
There are some crappy vocals in this round too.
Huh, well that's one surprise, hopefully there's a second.
Sent my foreign language homework.... talk about an easy round lol
Myrath > Paradise Lost
Sent my foreign language homework.... talk about an easy round lol
Go ahead. Talk about an easy round please …. Cuz this ain’t it, cousin!
This is actually one of the easier themed rounds for me. Got 7 potential bands to send. Whether or not Tim vibes with them is to be seen.
This is actually one of the easier themed rounds for me. Got 7 potential bands to send. Whether or not Tim vibes with them is to be seen.Yeah foreign language itself isn't hard for many of us, but obviously it's pretty restrictive in general terms and so the pool from which to find something Tim likes is that much smaller. I have some good options though!
This is actually one of the easier themed rounds for me. Got 7 potential bands to send. Whether or not Tim vibes with them is to be seen.Yeah foreign language itself isn't hard for many of us, but obviously it's pretty restrictive in general terms and so the pool from which to find something Tim likes is that much smaller. I have some good options though!
This is actually one of the easier themed rounds for me. Got 7 potential bands to send. Whether or not Tim vibes with them is to be seen.
You said the same thing for this round too and look what happened. Oh wait…
Sent my foreign language homework.... talk about an easy round lol
Go ahead. Talk about an easy round please …. Cuz this ain’t it, cousin!
Pretty sure Tim mentioned somewhere the scores for the next round don't actually count. He did this round just to make RJ feel included and special.
Your mom tells me I’m her special boy.
how do you grade recess? "billy, you weren't having enough fun today, c+, try harder next time"
how do you grade recess? "billy, you weren't having enough fun today, c+, try harder next time":lol
Nick: Paradise Lost-Yearn For Change
It’s as if Ian Astbury became the new singer for Rush.
This was one of the more consistent songs of the round from First Impression to Stacker. I’ve heard some Paradise Lost before, and it wasn’t anything like this. I feel like there’s been much rougher (harsh?) vocals. Yeah, these drums have a Neal Peart like quality to them and even the music, especially coming out of the chorus really sounds like Rush. The singer definitely reminds me of Ian Astbury, and not that he’s the greatest, but there’s a unique sound to him.
Nice. :metal
I thought the vocals might be the sticking point, but glad it worked.
I can't say that I've ever thought of associating PL music to Rush
Wow..just wow. Fuck it, all bets are off going forward. :xbones
Does this mean I need to resend for round 6?
I can't say that I've ever thought of associating PL music to Rush
It's the spot right at 1:22.
Puppies: Amorphis-The Bee
Wolfking:Orbit Culture-North Star Of Nija
The last two posts were by people that got the same score. One guy didn't throw a paper airplane at the teacher's head. :lol
Kingshmegland: Kings X-Smudge
Nice. :metal
I thought the vocals might be the sticking point, but glad it worked.
Well, they were kind of. But the song really overcame them. between the opening, the cleaner choruses, and that mid section. I'm quite sure with those vocals, a different KoK song would've scored much lower.
Current Events could be the round where Kade or Nick put this away for good. I've sampled dozens of different things and nothing is standing out yet. And the stuff I already know from this year is mostly not TAC-core.
I'll resend something for round 6 in the next day or two.
A week and a half? Is the teacher not showing up for class next week? :).
Guess you have plenty of time to post about The Fall of Hearts.
I'll likely be expelled during round 6.
Female vocals would automatically get a 5 for me, so, 7 is pretty good. ;DOh, I thought you were the world's biggest Issa fan :neverusethis:
Female vocals would automatically get a 5 for me, so, 7 is pretty good. ;DOh, I thought you were the world's biggest Issa fan :neverusethis:
Female vocals would automatically get a 5 for me, so, 7 is pretty good. ;DOh, I thought you were the world's biggest Issa fan :neverusethis:
Female vocals would automatically get a 5 for me, so, 7 is pretty good. ;DOh, I thought you were the world's biggest Issa fan :neverusethis:
:clap:
Yup, I gave TAC World's Apart in an all-female playlist (that was the theme of the round)... it scored an 8. That was the roulette I gave him a 2-hour final round double concept album.
The last two posts were by people that got the same score. One guy didn't throw a paper airplane at the teacher's head. :lol
Pretty sure that was pulled from surveillance footage with a time machine camera on the day of Crow's departure. :police:Kingshmegland: Kings X-Smudge
I think there are King's X songs that perhaps could change TAC's mind, but this is not one of them. :lol
Female vocals would automatically get a 5 for me, so, 7 is pretty good. ;DOh, I thought you were the world's biggest Issa fan :neverusethis:
:clap:
Yup, I gave TAC World's Apart in an all-female playlist (that was the theme of the round)... it scored an 8. That was the roulette I gave him a 2-hour final round double concept album.
Isn't World's Apart Anette Olzen?
Nothing will change his mind. How he doesn't like Dug's voice is mind blowing.
Powerful. Soulful. It's just not metal enough for Tim.
Powerful. Soulful. It's just not metal enough for Tim.
Well, metal doesn't really have anything to do with it. I find it anything but soulful. It's really their whole vibe that bugs me.
Female vocals would automatically get a 5 for me, so, 7 is pretty good. ;D
Powerful. Soulful. It's just not metal enough for Tim.
Well, metal doesn't really have anything to do with it. I find it anything but soulful. It's really their whole vibe that bugs me.
God damn, I nearly sent Witchcraft as my main submission as well :facepalm:
God damn, I nearly sent Witchcraft as my main submission as well :facepalm:Thank you :-*
Glad you liked it though Tim, make sure you check out the full album, it’s so damn good.
God damn, I nearly sent Witchcraft as my main submission as well :facepalm:
I was listening thinking, jeez, he should've switched his songs.
Probably would've only netted you one more total point though.
Instead of 7+3, you'd be looking at 10+1 or 1.5
I think it's fair to say I haven't managed to convert Tim to liking Paradise Lost :biggrin:
Seems like you haven't like Hallowed Land all that much?
Det gjorde jag också.
Det gjorde jag också.
Herzlichen Glückwunsch Lizzo!
Powerful. Soulful. It's just not metal enough for Tim.
Powerful. Soulful. It's just not metal enough for Tim.
I'm sorry boss, I'm with Tim. I can't stand Dug's voice. Even in small doses: he absolutely RUINS Lines In The Sand for me.
Powerful. Soulful. It's just not metal enough for Tim.
I'm sorry boss, I'm with Tim. I can't stand Dug's voice. Even in small doses: he absolutely RUINS Lines In The Sand for me.
:facepalm: This thread is getting painful to read. The other King's X fans probably avoid TAC's roulettes because of all the slander. (https://i.imgur.com/U0XlN8g.gif)
:rollinPowerful. Soulful. It's just not metal enough for Tim.
I'm sorry boss, I'm with Tim. I can't stand Dug's voice. Even in small doses: he absolutely RUINS Lines In The Sand for me.
:facepalm: This thread is getting painful to read. The other King's X fans probably avoid TAC's roulettes because of all the slander. (https://i.imgur.com/U0XlN8g.gif)
Both of them can find solace elsewhere. ;) :) ;) :)
Is there a discussion here about the foreign language round? The ENTIRE SONG, or just parts? Can I send an instrumental? :) :) :)Needs to be pretty much the entire song (Tim said that a line or two in English would be ok). And no, instrumentals aka American Sign Language do not count. :P
Is there a discussion here about the foreign language round? The ENTIRE SONG, or just parts? Can I send an instrumental? :) :) :)
Sent something I have never sent before :metal
Powerful. Soulful. It's just not metal enough for Tim.
I'm sorry boss, I'm with Tim. I can't stand Dug's voice. Even in small doses: he absolutely RUINS Lines In The Sand for me.
:facepalm: This thread is getting painful to read. The other King's X fans probably avoid TAC's roulettes because of all the slander. (https://i.imgur.com/U0XlN8g.gif)
Both of them can find solace elsewhere. ;) :) ;) :)
I have to out myself here because I'm that stupid: I have sent the song somebody else sent in the previous round :lol and I usually check writeups but I guess I missed AlcestSent something I have never sent before :metal
Oh the irony in this. :lol :lol
Me everytime I've been searching for and sampling non-English music over the past month.
https://youtu.be/xhbPqR-9WaQ?t=79
The Kings X Blows Club meets every Thursday after school each week.I won't be attending.
Did RJ and ariich both go J-metal? :neverusethis:
Did RJ and ariich both go J-metal? :neverusethis:
Saiki :hearts:
Curious to see what got sent and if it blocks any of the stuff in my final exam...
I think I have my songs selected but will send tonight in about 10 hours.
The stacker cares not how amazing everything is, it's all the same to it. :lolThe harsh reality...
The stacker cares not how amazing everything is, it's all the same to it. :lolThe harsh reality...
I may have saved myself for the current events round, I hope. Found an awesome album, just need to figure out which two tracks from it to pick, and see if I still like it in a couple weeks or if something else strikes me as even better.
Saiki :hearts:
Curious to see what got sent and if it blocks any of the stuff in my final exam...
Well..
1. I doubt it, and
2. You can always lock in your Final Exam at any time.
I already have two of them.
I think I have my songs selected but will send tonight in about 10 hours.
Got a few more overnight.I'm in the UK for the next few weeks, you want me to go give them a kick in the ass?
Just waiting on the two Brits, Lethan, and Stads (who has to resubmit). Still have some time, no rush.
Got a few more overnight.I'm in the UK for the next few weeks, you want me to go give them a kick in the ass?
Just waiting on the two Brits, Lethan, and Stads (who has to resubmit). Still have some time, no rush.
:rollinGot a few more overnight.I'm in the UK for the next few weeks, you want me to go give them a kick in the ass?
Just waiting on the two Brits, Lethan, and Stads (who has to resubmit). Still have some time, no rush.
Do it...for America...
Got a few more overnight.I'm in the UK for the next few weeks, you want me to go give them a kick in the ass?
Just waiting on the two Brits, Lethan, and Stads (who has to resubmit). Still have some time, no rush.
We'll be in Scotland the whole time. In Glasgow until tomorrow. So you'll need to come up here if you want that ass kicking :lolGot a few more overnight.I'm in the UK for the next few weeks, you want me to go give them a kick in the ass?
Just waiting on the two Brits, Lethan, and Stads (who has to resubmit). Still have some time, no rush.
Nice! Where are you gonna be? I can tell you if it’s rough or not :lol
We'll be in Scotland the whole time. In Glasgow until tomorrow. So you'll need to come up here if you want that ass kicking :lolGot a few more overnight.I'm in the UK for the next few weeks, you want me to go give them a kick in the ass?
Just waiting on the two Brits, Lethan, and Stads (who has to resubmit). Still have some time, no rush.
Nice! Where are you gonna be? I can tell you if it’s rough or not :lol
Went to Ireland last year. First time in the UK though. We'll be all over the place, Oban, Isle of Skye, Inverness, Cairngorns National Park, Edinburgh. Also planning a road trip around the northern point (Thurso and Wick area).We'll be in Scotland the whole time. In Glasgow until tomorrow. So you'll need to come up here if you want that ass kicking :lolGot a few more overnight.I'm in the UK for the next few weeks, you want me to go give them a kick in the ass?
Just waiting on the two Brits, Lethan, and Stads (who has to resubmit). Still have some time, no rush.
Nice! Where are you gonna be? I can tell you if it’s rough or not :lol
Amazing! I did the North Coast 500 in a camper van for my 40th earlier in the year and it was fucking glorious. My wife and I are seriously considering moving up there. The fucking scottish sea claimed my phone though! Have a great time dude, is it your first time over here?
Awwww yeah....Kpop working its magic yo.... :metal
and it will be extremely difficult and disappointing to push a few of them down the ranker.
Got a few more overnight.I'm in the UK for the next few weeks, you want me to go give them a kick in the ass?
Just waiting on the two Brits, Lethan, and Stads (who has to resubmit). Still have some time, no rush.
Do it...for America...
Got a few more overnight.I'm in the UK for the next few weeks, you want me to go give them a kick in the ass?
Just waiting on the two Brits, Lethan, and Stads (who has to resubmit). Still have some time, no rush.
Do it...for America...
Found the classroom bullies
Finished the first draft of my EP last night, I'm fairly happy with it, though if I find a better replacement for anything I'm not opposed to it. I was kind of overlooking one of the last additions to it - they could have fit in another round (technically a number could have), but I'm more confident about them as part of a varied package than as a standalone entry.
I know which artists I'm sending, just haven't had time to pick songs as weekends are always really busy with family. Should be able to send tonight though.
Submitted my thesis on the Japanese Language
I still don't see the appeal in sending weeks early. Too much could happen between now and then that could influence me to change things around.
Submitted my thesis on the Japanese Language
:lol
And :rollin at the first band name!
I still don't see the appeal in sending weeks early. Too much could happen between now and then that could influence me to change things around.
“Dig deep” roulettes is a good way of putting it. I submit in a much more timely fashion when I don’t have to think too hard. James’ current one is great, I just pick my favourite song from each year (checking Last.fm made that real easy) and the majority aren’t banned!
I’ll send this evening Tim, once I’ve got the kiddo is in bed. I’ve got him suitably tired out as we also had a busy family day, picking pumpkins.
Oh, also bagsy not being William! I’m not in favour of the royal at all, but if I had to pick, it’d be Harry.
I’ll take that, I’ve never been prim and proper.
Nice pic Tim, gotta love one of the TAC Family Photos pics! Seems you have a picture for every place/old school band. Any topic could dredge up a photo of you sat on an 80s Camaro in front of whatever we’re talking about :lol
I’ll take that, I’ve never been prim and proper.
Nice pic Tim, gotta love one of the TAC Family Photos pics! Seems you have a picture for every place/old school band. Any topic could dredge up a photo of you sat on an 80s Camaro in front of whatever we’re talking about :lol
I was thinking the same thing. I bet he has a photo with him and Ozzy right before he pissed on the Alamo. :lol
.....Wait for it...... :lol
I’ll take that, I’ve never been prim and proper.
Nice pic Tim, gotta love one of the TAC Family Photos pics! Seems you have a picture for every place/old school band. Any topic could dredge up a photo of you sat on an 80s Camaro in front of whatever we’re talking about :lol
I was thinking the same thing. I bet he has a photo with him and Ozzy right before he pissed on the Alamo. :lol
.....Wait for it...... :lol
Did someone say The Alamo??
(https://i.imgur.com/8dUhGTB.jpg)
I only saw Ozzy once, in 1996, which happened to be the same day I introduced myself to the future Lovely Mrs TAC.
I think Lethean is in a deep sleep. Might call it a...Katatonic state..:lol Hey assignments aren't due until tomorrow. I'm listening to some of my options right now though.
I’ll take that, I’ve never been prim and proper.
Nice pic Tim, gotta love one of the TAC Family Photos pics! Seems you have a picture for every place/old school band. Any topic could dredge up a photo of you sat on an 80s Camaro in front of whatever we’re talking about :lol
I was thinking the same thing. I bet he has a photo with him and Ozzy right before he pissed on the Alamo. :lol
.....Wait for it...... :lol
Did someone say The Alamo??
(https://i.imgur.com/8dUhGTB.jpg)
I only saw Ozzy once, in 1996, which happened to be the same day I introduced myself to the future Lovely Mrs TAC.
TAC, did you meet Mrs. TAC at the Ozzy show?
Dordeduh - Descant (I nearly sent this myself)You sir, have good taste! :metal
Yeah.....I got nothing. :lol
Dordeduh - Descant (I nearly sent this myself)You sir, have good taste! :metal
T
Artist names should be ok but I imagine song titles are going to be impossible this round. :lol
I think y'all are underestimating DTF :lolT
Artist names should be ok but I imagine song titles are going to be impossible this round. :lol
I agree....maybe I'll just reveal both..
Yeah.....I got nothing. :lol
Galneryus wasn't banned?
Galneryus wasn't banned?
Definitely Chad. Great band.
Galneryus wasn't banned?
Definitely Chad. Great band.
Definitely not - most of what I know of them is a mix of English/Japanese. I'll guess Kade.
I see Solefald though.Ooh I didn't even think of them.
Alien Weaponry - Hatupatu
Vulkan - Marans Ritt :tup
Let's see an L!!
Vulkan - Marans Ritt :tup
Nice one!
Going on a limb and guessing that Rich sent Alien WeaponryNever heard of them before this round!
Dreamcatcher? Probably Lonestar.
Going on a limb and guessing that Rich sent Alien WeaponryThat's an evocative name.
Night Crowned - Rex Tenebrae
Wolfking?
I was hoping someone sent something from the Spanish version of DLR Eat 'em And Smile. :lol
I was hoping someone sent something from the Spanish version of DLR Eat 'em And Smile. :lol
Dude, I thought about it, but I figured it was too well known. My first play was rejected, that was my second play, and I wimped out and went to number three.
I was hoping someone sent something from the Spanish version of DLR Eat 'em And Smile. :lol
Dude, I thought about it, but I figured it was too well known. My first play was rejected, that was my second play, and I wimped out and went to number three.
I was hoping someone sent something from the Spanish version of DLR Eat 'em And Smile. :lol
Dude, I thought about it, but I figured it was too well known. My first play was rejected, that was my second play, and I wimped out and went to number three.
Would've been great but I wonder how Tim would've scored it. I absolutely love both versions.
I was hoping someone sent something from the Spanish version of DLR Eat 'em And Smile. :lol
Dude, I thought about it, but I figured it was too well known. My first play was rejected, that was my second play, and I wimped out and went to number three.
Would've been great but I wonder how Tim would've scored it. I absolutely love both versions.
Hah, I think I'm aware of that and have sampled it. I love that album.
Going on a limb and guessing that Rich sent Alien WeaponryThat's an evocative name.
I was hoping someone sent something from the Spanish version of DLR Eat 'em And Smile. :lol
Dude, I thought about it, but I figured it was too well known. My first play was rejected, that was my second play, and I wimped out and went to number three.
Would've been great but I wonder how Tim would've scored it. I absolutely love both versions.
Hah, I think I'm aware of that and have sampled it. I love that album.
I assumed you're aware of the album, so it would have scored a 10? I need to take more risks....
I need to take more risks....
I was hoping someone sent something from the Spanish version of DLR Eat 'em And Smile. :lol
Dude, I thought about it, but I figured it was too well known. My first play was rejected, that was my second play, and I wimped out and went to number three.
Would've been great but I wonder how Tim would've scored it. I absolutely love both versions.
Hah, I think I'm aware of that and have sampled it. I love that album.
I assumed you're aware of the album, so it would have scored a 10? I need to take more risks....
Sure I would have.
Sure I would have.
Chad is the Bill Belichick of roulettes.
7, 10 or 12?
Maybe even 4?
18 lol ?
For me it is. ;D
#7 & #9 are super generic, so it could be anything.
#4 if it didn't work as well, #5 if it worked better than expected.
If none of those I'll have to rethink things.
11?
I want to be optimistic and say #11 :biggrin:
#7
I want to be optimistic and say #11 :biggrin:
I hate to be pessimistic but no. ;D
I want to be optimistic and say #11 :biggrin:
I hate to be pessimistic but no. ;D
Darn :lol
Ok, so obviously the language would fit #1, but with Sting in the playlist that might be taken ;) I'm going to say #12?
16
3?
Maybe #14 if you didn't like the singer?
Maybe #14 if you didn't like the singer?
It wasn't that I didn't like the singer...
Maybe #14 if you didn't like the singer?
It wasn't that I didn't like the singer...
I guess the vocal lines?
10?
Wow... And just like that, Tim is a Kpop fan...
Curious to see how the extra credit goes, it's a very different track.
13?
Just spun Rich's track... 9?
No one is picking Ariich's impression for him this time around?
Also, SYU = Schenker perhaps?
4?
And Kade, I can see why you'd think I was referencing Schenker in yours...that middle part!
And Kade, I can see why you'd think I was referencing Schenker in yours...that middle part!
Exactly. I was so sure.
10, or 12?
No one is picking Ariich's impression for him this time around?You're deliberately waiting until I go to bed now, aren't you? :P
Ok...that was my impression of it, hell of a fucking song. Pretty mad he didn't send them to me lolWell, it didn't fit the theme I set myself, but also folk metal is pretty close to power metal which you're picky about, so I'm not sure I'd have sent it anyway. :lol
How about 10?
No one is picking Ariich's impression for him this time around?You're deliberately waiting until I go to bed now, aren't you? :P
Just curious, does my impression refer to just this roulette or over all your roulettes I've played in?
Just curious, does my impression refer to just this roulette or over all your roulettes I've played in?
14. Nick- Heroes Del Silencio Musically it has great pace and is quite nice. Vocally…
OK that was uncalled for...
14. Nick- Heroes Del Silencio Musically it has great pace and is quite nice. Vocally…
Lol, and that's not even such a bad song (vocally) for them. Not my favorite song by them but good choice to send.
Oh, once you get used to the vocals everything else is great. I like his vocals as well, but I understand why people might be turned off by them.14. Nick- Heroes Del Silencio Musically it has great pace and is quite nice. Vocally…
Lol, and that's not even such a bad song (vocally) for them. Not my favorite song by them but good choice to send.
What’s your favorite of theirs? I love the whole Senderos de Traicion, really…there were plenty of choices from that one. Entre Dos Tierras has an epic feel to it that I thought could work…
Always enjoyed the vocals, btw ;)
Round 6 sent! :metal
I've got a lot of listening in, and I'm even starting to scratch out some writeups on songs I'm pretty sure about.
Pretty comfortable with my rankings as well. It pained me to give some of these songs 7's, and even a couple of 6's. But this round is pretty strong, and The Ranker is being a bitch.
Should be ready to post Sister Song Comparisons tomorrow afternoon, most likely after Ariich goes to bed. ;D
Should be ready to post Sister Song Comparisons tomorrow afternoon, most likely after Ariich goes to bed. ;DOf course. :lol
I've got a lot of listening in, and I'm even starting to scratch out some writeups on songs I'm pretty sure about.
Pretty comfortable with my rankings as well. It pained me to give some of these songs 7's, and even a couple of 6's. But this round is pretty strong, and The Ranker is being a bitch.
Should be ready to post Sister Song Comparisons tomorrow afternoon, most likely after Ariich goes to bed. ;D
You mean, you're using the ranker that we use for the countdown lists? :lol
I've always called you a right ranker.I think you made a typo in there ;)
I think you made a typo in there ;)
I thought you called me a right wanker. :lol
I thought you called me a right wanker. :lol
Think you're more of a tosser
I'm currently on a train between Fort William and Mallaig.
I think you made a typo in there ;)
While I got you, don't forget to send me another song for the next class!
I'm currently on a train between Fort William and Mallaig.
I think you made a typo in there ;)
While I got you, don't forget to send me another song for the next class!
Now I'm currently sitting on a toilet between the bathroom door and the shower.I'm currently on a train between Fort William and Mallaig.
I think you made a typo in there ;)
While I got you, don't forget to send me another song for the next class!
I'm currently on my couch between the stairs and the kitchen.
Now my scores are currently sitting on a toilet between the bathroom door and the shower.I'm currently on a train between Fort William and Mallaig.
I think you made a typo in there ;)
While I got you, don't forget to send me another song for the next class!
I'm currently on my couch between the stairs and the kitchen.
:rollinNow my scores are currently sitting on a toilet between the bathroom door and the shower.I'm currently on a train between Fort William and Mallaig.
I think you made a typo in there ;)
While I got you, don't forget to send me another song for the next class!
I'm currently on my couch between the stairs and the kitchen.
Is this a Between the Buried and Me cover band?:rollin
Damn, gotta love those Scots
Is this a Between the Buried and Me cover band?:rollin
Damn, gotta love those Scots
I just bust out laughing in the middle of dinner at this fancy restaurant we are at. :rollin
OK, I swapped out the song on the playlist. :corn
Someone TELL sting he got smoked by some kpop girls...
Someone TELL sting he got smoked by some kpop girls...
You using Tim as a reference? Lololol
Someone TELL sting he got smoked by some kpop girls...
I was just thinking the same thing :lolSomeone TELL sting he got smoked by some kpop girls...
Tantric style?
Someone TELL sting he got smoked by some kpop girls...
You using Tim as a reference? Lololol
The current thread title has made me realise that you totally should have translated the first impressions into another language or even the respective languages of each song.
That's way too much work mate. :lol
Well slap my ass and call me Sally... didn't expect that. Glad you liked it, now that it's in the books, here's how I discovered that one. Korean hard rock band Rolling Quartz did a cover of this track, they are a complete band and well worth a look into (in my effort to try out new stuff, I avoided sending them in this round)...
Trust me, this is worth 3 minutes of your time...
https://youtu.be/tqokFjk2ePM?si=MEcZRXTXiLuDPQ6Q (https://youtu.be/tqokFjk2ePM?si=MEcZRXTXiLuDPQ6Q)
I saw these girls in a 200 person club in SF, front row. I still have sleepless nights in memory of this show...
Lizzojazzosphere: Night Crowned-Rex Tenebrae
There’s a lot I like about this.
This song was a good call. Believe it or not, I have this album Saved in my Spotify Library, which means I probably sampled it on the day it came out, liked it and saved it, and forgot about it. Lots to like here. To me it breathes a lot more than the Equilibrium song. The parts are all distinct but fit together nicely. The creepy part at 2:12 followed by the heavy double bass pounding. Really sick! Out of nowhere some clean vocals leading into a tremendous sounding solo. Closes out nice and heavy and then a great outro. Gotta dig down on this album for sure.
Wolfking: Falconer-Svarta Ankan
The mellow part with the female vocals was fucking classy
I think you definitely picked the right song. The rest of that album is pretty harsh, yikes.
I think you definitely picked the right song. The rest of that album is pretty harsh, yikes.
Uh oh...
Stadler: Sting-Si Estamos Juntos
Very pleasant and the smoothest Spanish in the round so far.
I’m pretty sure I’ve heard this before. Is this a Spanish version of one of his songs? I’m not really a Sting fan. I don’t not like him, I’m just indifferent. But I like this song, and his Spanish is silky smooth. Love the dated sound to this. This is actually a fun song to listen to. Sometimes I feel like he’s too moody, but this is refreshing.
Wow....
Wow....
Don't let his words hurt you
Wow....
Don't let his words hurt you
:lol
Damn straight. I've hit up Clydeside in Glasgow and Obin Distillery already (picked up their Distillery Exclusive). Planning on going to another one in Inverness, then to a Gin distillery in Thurso. Not sure after that.Wow....
Don't let his words hurt you
:lol
It's OK, he's drowning himself in some good whiskey. At least he should be.
A 7 for something that I've listened to like 4 times in my life (2x in prep for RJ's roulette; and same for this) ...
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Good riddance to that round!
Kade takes it with the ole parable - even a blind squirrel finds a nut once and a while.
Falconer has some amazing albums. :metal
Boy, I'm glad I didn't send Dordeduh now! I'll take a 7.5. Tim, whenever you have the time check out Meta by Thy Catafalque, it really is special.
Wow....
Don't let his words hurt you
Kade takes it with the ole parable - even a blind squirrel finds a nut once and a while.
Kade takes it with the ole parable - even a blind squirrel finds a nut once and a while.
Nah, it's more of his usual M.O., complain that he has nothing to send, and somehow send a round-winner anyway. ;)
Kade takes it with the ole parable - even a blind squirrel finds a nut once and a while.
Nah, it's more of his usual M.O., complain that he has nothing to send, and somehow send a round-winner anyway. ;)
I'm not a betting man, however, I would have bet my entire life savings that this comment was going to be coming from you.
I need to listen to that Beautiful Sin album again apparently, didn't even remember it having non-English tracks on it.
And yet you sent me...
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Nick: Heroes Del Silencio-Entre Dos Tierras
Musically it has great pace and is quite nice. Vocally…
So despite its score I did like this song. As far as vocally, I don’t think I had a problem with his voice, but I don’t know if it’s his pronunciation, but he’s kind of annoying. For contrast, Sting sounds so silky smooth with his Spanish, but here, it’s just too jarring. The part at 4:09 is awesome, and that was almost enough to get it into the next tier, except there were just too many songs ahead of it.
Here's the Extra Credit who-sent-what:
Romdrums: Vulkan-Marans Ritt
Someone is getting a spanking :biggrin:Here's the Extra Credit who-sent-what:
Romdrums: Vulkan-Marans Ritt
Isn't this the same song as the main assignment?
Someone is getting a spanking :biggrin:Here's the Extra Credit who-sent-what:
Romdrums: Vulkan-Marans Ritt
Isn't this the same song as the main assignment?
Someone is getting a spanking :biggrin:Here's the Extra Credit who-sent-what:
Romdrums: Vulkan-Marans Ritt
Isn't this the same song as the main assignment?
It wouldn't surprise me to see it place higher in the Extra Credit round than it did in the Main Assignment section.
Wait, we can send the same song twice? My main assignment song also has an English version. That's a foreign language to the people who wrote it. :biggrin:
Wait, we can send the same song twice? My main assignment song also has an English version. That's a foreign language to the people who wrote it. :biggrin:
NO!
Reaper sent Marans Ritt for his Main Assignment and Romdrums sent it for his Extra Credit.
How soon can we send for next round?
How soon can we send for next round?
I need to listen to that Beautiful Sin album again apparently, didn't even remember it having non-English tracks on it.
Wtf Chad? Why didn't you send Beautiful Sin for the main round?
Wtf Chad? Why didn't you send Beautiful Sin for the main round?
Because I'd already sent him Lost in one of his past roulette's, and for as much of a cheater I am, I don't send sloppy seconds - least of all my own!
Wtf Chad? Why didn't you send Beautiful Sin for the main round?
Because I'd already sent him Lost in one of his past roulette's, and for as much of a cheater I am, I don't send sloppy seconds - least of all my own!
Yet, you still sent them.. :lol
How soon can we send for next round?
I already sent, went with Satanic metal, that counts as religious, right?
Wtf Chad? Why didn't you send Beautiful Sin for the main round?
Because I'd already sent him Lost in one of his past roulette's, and for as much of a cheater I am, I don't send sloppy seconds - least of all my own!
Yet, you still sent them.. :lol
He was out of foreign language songs...
Wtf Chad? Why didn't you send Beautiful Sin for the main round?
Because I'd already sent him Lost in one of his past roulette's, and for as much of a cheater I am, I don't send sloppy seconds - least of all my own!
Yet, you still sent them.. :lol
He was out of foreign language songs...
You don't know how close to the truth you are with this.
Wtf Chad? Why didn't you send Beautiful Sin for the main round?
Because I'd already sent him Lost in one of his past roulette's, and for as much of a cheater I am, I don't send sloppy seconds - least of all my own!
Yet, you still sent them.. :lol
He was out of foreign language songs...
You don't know how close to the truth you are with this.
Wtf Chad? Why didn't you send Beautiful Sin for the main round?
Because I'd already sent him Lost in one of his past roulette's, and for as much of a cheater I am, I don't send sloppy seconds - least of all my own!
Yet, you still sent them.. :lol
He was out of foreign language songs...
You don't know how close to the truth you are with this.
I know exactly how truthful it was... Remember you can always send Babymetal....
That rule was broken a long time ago.
Your Cajun son has the gout?
Your Cajun son has the gout?
Google is your friend, Tim.
Google and Tim are estranged
Google and Tim are estranged
Tim calls Google a thingamajig.
1.0…Nick: Elisa-Luce (Tramonti a Nord Est)
I just want to know of it's made the slightest difference to my overall standings.
I just want to know of it's made the slightest difference to my overall standings.
You moved up two spots!
Well, I'm hella consistent. Of my 10 submissions so far, 7 have scored an 8 or 2.
True. You had Lumsk and I've had Whispered, but otherwise we both tend to be in that "solid top half" range. :lolWell, I'm hella consistent. Of my 10 submissions so far, 7 have scored an 8 or 2.
It's keeping you in it for sure. I had the same issue in your roulette...consistently good, but no knockout.
Fuck it man.
Fuck it man.
OK guess you weren't as fond of that kpop :rollin
You haven't liked anything I've sent this roulette :lol
I wish I'd participated in that one. It was Walrus/Kattelox/Firewings second wasn't it? I was crazy busy with work at that time and unable to commit.
Kade, on the other hand, killed it in this round! He's leaving everyone in the dust...
Tim - for the Italian song I sent - was it the genre overall, the song, the singer...? Just curious :)
Hmm, didn't expect The Warning to score as low as it did!
I know, thought it might be in your wheelhouse, I just guessed wrong.Hmm, didn't expect The Warning to score as low as it did!
Well, it's up against other songs, but honestly, I don't see what other people see in them.
I know, thought it might be in your wheelhouse, I just guessed wrong.Hmm, didn't expect The Warning to score as low as it did!
Well, it's up against other songs, but honestly, I don't see what other people see in them.
For me, the youthful energy combines with a ton of talent on the instruments, and some good, simple rock songwriting.
:facepalm:I know, thought it might be in your wheelhouse, I just guessed wrong.Hmm, didn't expect The Warning to score as low as it did!
Well, it's up against other songs, but honestly, I don't see what other people see in them.
For me, the youthful energy combines with a ton of talent on the instruments, and some good, simple rock songwriting.
I've been sent them before, and everything I've sampled by them has been extremely underwhelming. The song you sent was fine, but like Spanish, I'm probably less likely to like something sung in Mexican.
They're like the female Kings X I guess. Their style is better, but it's just hum drum rock, and maybe there's a song out there that'll change my mind.
Who's Johnny Lawrence?
I'm happy to report that I have 10 entries in so far. Not listening to anything today though. Spinning the Strortregn again. :metal
Who's Johnny Lawrence?
I'm happy to report that I have 10 entries in so far. Not listening to anything today though. Spinning the Strortregn again. :metal
WTF dude! This is your era you old fuck!
I forgot about that show. I wonder when the next season is out.Should be soon, I think. It's corny as hell in parts, but still very fun to watch.
I forgot about that show. I wonder when the next season is out.Should be soon, I think. It's corny as hell in parts, but still very fun to watch.
Sorry Tim, just sent now. Testing your limitations this round.
Sorry Tim, just sent now. Testing your limitations this round.
Sorry Tim, just sent now. Testing your limitations this round.
Like that is hard. Lol
Sorry Tim, just sent now. Testing your limitations this round.
Like that is hard. Lol
:lol Touche.
Just need:
Stadler
FaizoffWolfking
Tomislav
Romdrums
Just need:
Stadler
FaizoffWolfking
Tomislav
Romdrums
Just got home. Fucking wedding all afternoon. :censored
Just need:
Stadler
FaizoffWolfking
Tomislav
Romdrums
Just got home. Fucking wedding all afternoon. :censored
Sunday weddings are the worst.
Our wedding song would be fucking metal!!
Our wedding song would be fucking metal!!
:metal
Our wedding song would be fucking metal!!
:metal
I mean, good for you and all, but fuck off.
I actually love weddings, I'd be there with bells on for you two :heart
I made sure Tom Sawyer got played at my reception, so that was fun.
Who's on top on the wedding night?
Who's on top on the wedding night?
I notice they didn't answer that. ;)
Who's on top on the wedding night?
I notice they didn't answer that. ;)
I noticed you haven’t sent anything yet. :P
Who's on top on the wedding night?
I notice they didn't answer that. ;)
I noticed you haven’t sent anything yet. :P
It's coming, it's coming!
Should’ve had a Sex Ed class….aka the 80s classic rock round
Should’ve had a Sex Ed class….aka the 80s classic rock round
Extreme.
Extreme.
Temple of the Dog?
Ancestor.
They generally do quite well. But they have female harsh vocals, so that's a risk. :lol
Temple of the Dog - Wooden Jesus
Is that Stadler?
Temple of the Dog - Wooden Jesus
Is that Stadler?
No, considering he's been confirmed for U2.
Ghost - Luke
Interested to see how Saviour Machine does.
Temple of the Dog - Wooden Jesus
Is that Stadler?
No, considering he's been confirmed for U2.
Ghost - Luke
Interested to see how Saviour Machine does.
Can I get an I ?
There's a band with a single letter?
They generally do quite well. But they have female harsh vocals, so that's a risk. :lol
Seven Spires has been getting a lot of action in roulettes as of late.
They generally do quite well. But they have female harsh vocals, so that's a risk. :lol
I have no idea who Revocation are.
I have no idea who Revocation are.
Thrice song is Firebreather
Angra song is Winds of Destination
…Wolfking?
I have no idea who Revocation are.
Wait a minute! I sent Winds of Destination in one of your previous roulettes....How did that slip by?
Wait a minute! I sent Winds of Destination in one of your previous roulettes....How did that slip by?
Jeez! I can't believe that roulette was almost 4 years ago now.Wait a minute! I sent Winds of Destination in one of your previous roulettes....How did that slip by?
https://www.dreamtheaterforums.org/boards/index.php?topic=54416.msg2609895#msg2609895
I'm smelling shenanigans! Let's hope he was loose with his scoring back then. Looking at the scores of my EP, he did!
Shit... I notice I almost sent a song that was on my ATACalpyse playlist!!!
Jeez! I can't believe that roulette was almost 4 years ago now.Wait a minute! I sent Winds of Destination in one of your previous roulettes....How did that slip by?
https://www.dreamtheaterforums.org/boards/index.php?topic=54416.msg2609895#msg2609895
I'm smelling shenanigans! Let's hope he was loose with his scoring back then. Looking at the scores of my EP, he did!
Shit... I notice I almost sent a song that was on my ATACalpyse playlist!!!
So as far as this round goes, I've been listening and there's some tough decisions to make. The songs are quite varied.I should get half credit for Winds of Destination :biggrin:
This appears to be Batushka's roulette debut, but unless I missed something, unfortunately isn't from the debut album, which I think is better than either of the splinter bands.
So as far as this round goes, I've been listening and there's some tough decisions to make. The songs are quite varied.I should get half credit for Winds of Destination :biggrin:
Rounds 4 and 5 from that roulette are missing from TAC's spreadsheet linked in the 2nd post of this thread. I had a couple of options I'd considered in earlier rounds that I then discovered had been sent in one or the other of those rounds.Wait a minute! I sent Winds of Destination in one of your previous roulettes....How did that slip by?
https://www.dreamtheaterforums.org/boards/index.php?topic=54416.msg2609895#msg2609895
I'm smelling shenanigans! Let's hope he was loose with his scoring back then. Looking at the scores of my EP, he did!
Shit... I notice I almost sent a song that was on my ATACalpyse playlist!!!
Rounds 4 and 5 from that roulette are missing from TAC's spreadsheet linked in the 2nd post of this thread. I had a couple of options I'd considered in earlier rounds that I then discovered had been sent in one or the other of those rounds.Wait a minute! I sent Winds of Destination in one of your previous roulettes....How did that slip by?
https://www.dreamtheaterforums.org/boards/index.php?topic=54416.msg2609895#msg2609895
I'm smelling shenanigans! Let's hope he was loose with his scoring back then. Looking at the scores of my EP, he did!
Shit... I notice I almost sent a song that was on my ATACalpyse playlist!!!
Tim, sort your spreadsheet out! :P
I'm mostly just yanking your chain, Tim. It's not a big deal for me at this point, since it was 4 years ago and you must not have followed up on the album in the mean time.Rounds 4 and 5 from that roulette are missing from TAC's spreadsheet linked in the 2nd post of this thread. I had a couple of options I'd considered in earlier rounds that I then discovered had been sent in one or the other of those rounds.Wait a minute! I sent Winds of Destination in one of your previous roulettes....How did that slip by?
https://www.dreamtheaterforums.org/boards/index.php?topic=54416.msg2609895#msg2609895
I'm smelling shenanigans! Let's hope he was loose with his scoring back then. Looking at the scores of my EP, he did!
Shit... I notice I almost sent a song that was on my ATACalpyse playlist!!!
Tim, sort your spreadsheet out! :P
Oh shit, you're right.. :lol :blush
EDIT: What pisses me off now is that I have to go in and put all those songs in, and it was a pain in the ass. I can't promise it'll be done before the end of this roulette. It won't matter for the next round anyway. I have to prioritize writing up and sorting our this round we're in.
Man alive, there are a lot of angry vocals in that playlist! Ted Leonard and Gary Cherone are going to be a palette cleansing for the ears!
Adramelch sounds a little too much like Damian Wilson (which I very much like). But I've got a bad feeling for that song.
Deliverence ... holy 80s Metallica vibe in those guitars!
Care to explain why Revocation is a "cheat"?
I love how Lonestar unabashedly just goes for the best impressions every round. :lol
Luke right
I love how Lonestar unabashedly just goes for the best impressions every round. :lol
I love how Lonestar unabashedly just goes for the best impressions every round. :lol
He's so bloody cock sure of himself, which is surprising with the music he sends :lolLuke right
Well this is promising.
10? Wait, probably 18?
Nick, that's not it, and yours is pretty generic.
I love how Lonestar unabashedly just goes for the best impressions every round. :lol
Nick, that's not it, and yours is pretty generic.
#1?
I'll take that impression.
I love how Lonestar unabashedly just goes for the best impressions every round. :lol
Why the fuck not? Go big or go home man...
So how about 1 or 18?
Man alive, there are a lot of angry vocals in that playlist! Ted Leonard and Gary Cherone are going to be a palette cleansing for the ears!
Adramelch sounds a little too much like Damian Wilson (which I very much like). But I've got a bad feeling for that song.
Deliverence ... holy 80s Metallica vibe in those guitars!
What song is Ted Leonard on?
Man alive, there are a lot of angry vocals in that playlist! Ted Leonard and Gary Cherone are going to be a palette cleansing for the ears!
Adramelch sounds a little too much like Damian Wilson (which I very much like). But I've got a bad feeling for that song.
Deliverence ... holy 80s Metallica vibe in those guitars!
Man alive, there are a lot of angry vocals in that playlist! Ted Leonard and Gary Cherone are going to be a palette cleansing for the ears!
Adramelch sounds a little too much like Damian Wilson (which I very much like). But I've got a bad feeling for that song.
Deliverence ... holy 80s Metallica vibe in those guitars!
What song is Ted Leonard on?
Uhhh.. mine!
4 or 14.
But not 4 I guess.
In my defense, a good deal of those are pretty open ended.
In my defense, a good deal of those are pretty open ended.
3 or 12 then.
Stadler is 17. :lolIn my defense, a good deal of those are pretty open ended.
Yeah, I mean almost all of them could apply for Affector.
I'm hopefully, is it 12 or 14?
In my defense, a good deal of those are pretty open ended.
Most of this round is fairly middle of the road. I know a couple that'll be near the bottom, and I have no clue what the round winner is or how to separate out all of the tracks. I found myself saying after each First Listen...yeah, I enjoyed that.
12 or 14?
3 or 12 then.
Stadler is 17. :lolIn my defense, a good deal of those are pretty open ended.
Yeah, I mean almost all of them could apply for Affector.
Stadler is not 17. I gave you yours..
U2 is 12 prolly.
12?
18?
12?
yeah, it's kind of a generic impression, but like I said earlier, that's how I felt about most of the songs.
Sending Lamb of God is a bold move. I do love me some LoG though, not gonna lie. Faizoff, you should've sent Walk With Me in Hell though, that song fuckin' rules :metal
Sending Lamb of God is a bold move. I do love me some LoG though, not gonna lie. Faizoff, you should've sent Walk With Me in Hell though, that song fuckin' rules :metal
Yeah I know, I've sent LoG to TAC before, can't remember which one song and not in his wheelhouse. and yes Walk with me in Hell rules.
Sending Lamb of God is a bold move. I do love me some LoG though, not gonna lie. Faizoff, you should've sent Walk With Me in Hell though, that song fuckin' rules :metal
Yeah I know, I've sent LoG to TAC before, can't remember which one song and not in his wheelhouse. and yes Walk with me in Hell rules.
I know in roulettes we keep a score, and I also know people put a lot of work into trying to score well, but most importantly, roulettes to me are about fellowship and sharing. I appreciate getting a band like LoG, even if they may not "score well", because it forces me to dig in to at least one song of theirs and evaluate it fairly, instead of simply hearing a snippet and dismissing it. There's actually a lot about LoG to like.
(Though for the life of me I can't believe Wild Horses didn't score an 11; Jimmy Bain and Brian Robertson for god's sake, with Neil Carter and Clive Edwards of UFO, and one of the songs co-written by Phil Lynott. I thought that was my finest hour in terms of "playing the game." WTF? HAHA :) :) :) :) :) :))
Sending Lamb of God is a bold move. I do love me some LoG though, not gonna lie. Faizoff, you should've sent Walk With Me in Hell though, that song fuckin' rules :metal
Yeah I know, I've sent LoG to TAC before, can't remember which one song and not in his wheelhouse. and yes Walk with me in Hell rules.
I know in roulettes we keep a score, and I also know people put a lot of work into trying to score well, but most importantly, roulettes to me are about fellowship and sharing. I appreciate getting a band like LoG, even if they may not "score well", because it forces me to dig in to at least one song of theirs and evaluate it fairly, instead of simply hearing a snippet and dismissing it. There's actually a lot about LoG to like.
(Though for the life of me I can't believe Wild Horses didn't score an 11; Jimmy Bain and Brian Robertson for god's sake, with Neil Carter and Clive Edwards of UFO, and one of the songs co-written by Phil Lynott. I thought that was my finest hour in terms of "playing the game." WTF? HAHA :) :) :) :) :) :))
That's kind of like saying that Wicked Lester should score an 11! Actually, you'd probably say that too. :lol
:rollinSending Lamb of God is a bold move. I do love me some LoG though, not gonna lie. Faizoff, you should've sent Walk With Me in Hell though, that song fuckin' rules :metal
Yeah I know, I've sent LoG to TAC before, can't remember which one song and not in his wheelhouse. and yes Walk with me in Hell rules.
I know in roulettes we keep a score, and I also know people put a lot of work into trying to score well, but most importantly, roulettes to me are about fellowship and sharing. I appreciate getting a band like LoG, even if they may not "score well", because it forces me to dig in to at least one song of theirs and evaluate it fairly, instead of simply hearing a snippet and dismissing it. There's actually a lot about LoG to like.
I can read between the lines and I hear you loud and clear. I know who you're really talking about, and don't worry, they're releasing a new album just in time for the current events round.
Sending Lamb of God is a bold move. I do love me some LoG though, not gonna lie. Faizoff, you should've sent Walk With Me in Hell though, that song fuckin' rules :metal
Yeah I know, I've sent LoG to TAC before, can't remember which one song and not in his wheelhouse. and yes Walk with me in Hell rules.
I know in roulettes we keep a score, and I also know people put a lot of work into trying to score well, but most importantly, roulettes to me are about fellowship and sharing. I appreciate getting a band like LoG, even if they may not "score well", because it forces me to dig in to at least one song of theirs and evaluate it fairly, instead of simply hearing a snippet and dismissing it. There's actually a lot about LoG to like.
I can read between the lines and I hear you loud and clear. I know who you're really talking about, and don't worry, they're releasing a new album just in time for the current events round.
(Though for the life of me I can't believe Wild Horses didn't score an 11; Jimmy Bain and Brian Robertson for god's sake, with Neil Carter and Clive Edwards of UFO, and one of the songs co-written by Phil Lynott. I thought that was my finest hour in terms of "playing the game." WTF? HAHA :) :) :) :) :) :))
That's kind of like saying that Wicked Lester should score an 11! Actually, you'd probably say that too. :lol
Depends on the song; the early version of "She" is killer. ;) :) : ) :) :)
:rollinSending Lamb of God is a bold move. I do love me some LoG though, not gonna lie. Faizoff, you should've sent Walk With Me in Hell though, that song fuckin' rules :metal
Yeah I know, I've sent LoG to TAC before, can't remember which one song and not in his wheelhouse. and yes Walk with me in Hell rules.
I know in roulettes we keep a score, and I also know people put a lot of work into trying to score well, but most importantly, roulettes to me are about fellowship and sharing. I appreciate getting a band like LoG, even if they may not "score well", because it forces me to dig in to at least one song of theirs and evaluate it fairly, instead of simply hearing a snippet and dismissing it. There's actually a lot about LoG to like.
I can read between the lines and I hear you loud and clear. I know who you're really talking about, and don't worry, they're releasing a new album just in time for the current events round.
MAKE IT STOP
Dokken may not be banned, but the fact that they aren't probably says something about his opinion of them.
So I think mine would have to be 5 or 9. Big brain guesses, I know! :biggrin:
Wow that's really promising. Especially for a song so unmemorable the first time around that you forgot to ban it. :)It scored really well the first time around :yeahright
As far as the current events round can it be just a new song that lets say someone is going through or battling at this time? I'm not a politics dude nor do I follow pop culture. ....It's just any song that was released this year.
As far as the current events round can it be just a new song that lets say someone is going through or battling at this time? I'm not a politics dude nor do I follow pop culture. ....
As far as the current events round can it be just a new song that lets say someone is going through or battling at this time? I'm not a politics dude nor do I follow pop culture. ....
It's just any song released this year mate, no theme required.
As far as the current events round can it be just a new song that lets say someone is going through or battling at this time? I'm not a politics dude nor do I follow pop culture. ....
Period 7. Current Events - Songs from 2023
2023 Banned List
Air Raid
All Against
Anthem
Ashrain
Blackbraid
Blackscape
Catalyst
Celestial Wizard
Cursebinder
Fleshvessel
Harboured
Hellripper
Horn
Hwaino
Kalmah
King Gizzard
Lumsk
Majesties
Median
Megaton Sword
OK Goodnight
Phil Campbell And The Bastard Sons
Project Roenwolfe
Sacred Outcry
Smoulder
Triple Kill
Tygers Of Pan Tang
Wings Of Steel
Witch Hazel
Witchripper
Withering Scorn
Shit, I forgot all about the Withering Scorn. I need to listen to that.
Hellripper! :metal
Lil Yachty or Young Nudy. Lil Yachty or Young Nudy?
I added All Against. I remember listening and commenting on that album after my surgery. Partnered great with my Tramadol. :lol
Check that out if anyone wants to hear some :metal angry heavy metal :metal
I am very curious how Firebreather reminds you of U2. Just not a comparison I thought I would hear for it.
I know 2-3 songs by U2 so maybe it's a me thing :lol
I think me getting a ? is about as good as it's gonna get when it comes to comparisons.
I know 2-3 songs by U2 so maybe it's a me thing :lol
Well, Stadler has a U2 song in this round. Check it out on the playlist.
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7KUXJhjgZQTEFn76gSOnD2?si=6e2ce9d9fa9040a0
I know 2-3 songs by U2 so maybe it's a me thing :lol
Well, Stadler has a U2 song in this round. Check it out on the playlist.
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7KUXJhjgZQTEFn76gSOnD2?si=6e2ce9d9fa9040a0
I think me getting a ? is about as good as it's gonna get when it comes to comparisons.
Don't get too excited. It's a ? with Extreme. :lol
Oh, I see how it is...
Hmm...not liking that considering Lonestars impression.
Hmm...not liking that considering Lonestars impression.
Well, let's put it this way..
You should've switched your songs for this round.
Hmm...not liking that considering Lonestars impression.
Well, let's put it this way..
You should've switched your songs for this round.
You didn't PM me back dammit! :lol
Nice! Powerful and emotional is Primordial all over, especially that album. You should definitely check it out.
Nice! Powerful and emotional is Primordial all over, especially that album. You should definitely check it out.
Better than I imagined to be honest, but I hoped it would win you over!
Better than I imagined to be honest, but I hoped it would win you over!
Um..it did!
It was me who heard the Anthrax sound. I thought it was way more prominent, especially at the end of the song, compared to other thrash bands.
I was expecting a 5, so will take the 7. I guess though I pushed the limits with those vocals but no regrets.
I love Gary's voice. Ah well.
12?
yeah, it's kind of a generic impression, but like I said earlier, that's how I felt about most of the songs.
Pleasantly surprised because Lithozzo tried to tank it :D
Nick: Saviour Machine-Christians And Lunatics
The vocals have that odd goth style voice that I would’ve never taken to back in the day, but for some reason, I kind of like it now. I’ve grown to really appreciate this style.
Nick: Saviour Machine-Christians And Lunatics
The vocals have that odd goth style voice that I would’ve never taken to back in the day, but for some reason, I kind of like it now. I’ve grown to really appreciate this style.
Yeah, you're definitely going to want to check out my recent thread after this roulette, plenty more of that there, including a different Saviour Machine song.
Wow two roulette with the lowest score loll.. I'm guessing the extra song is going to get a 0 now :lol
Nick: Saviour Machine-Christians And Lunatics
The vocals have that odd goth style voice that I would’ve never taken to back in the day, but for some reason, I kind of like it now. I’ve grown to really appreciate this style.
Yeah, you're definitely going to want to check out my recent thread after this roulette, plenty more of that there, including a different Saviour Machine song.
Definitely. I can't remember if I posted in there or not, but I absolutely will check out that playlist. No way can do it until this is over.
Jeesh, just two more rounds..
Question, apologies if covered. The EP, number of songs? Allowed song lengths?
Period 8. Final Exam A 25 minute EP recapping any of the subjects we covered. For example it can be Religious based, or Math based, or History based, Current Events (2023), etc..using the same criteria for the respective Lesson that you choose
Nick: Saviour Machine-Christians And Lunatics
Really enjoyable. No idea where it’ll place.
I really like this song a lot. The vocals have that odd goth style voice that I would’ve never taken to back in the day, but for some reason, I kind of like it now. I’ve grown to really appreciate this style. The chorus on this song is probably the best moment of the round. Right after the chorus, there’s a brief melodic solo that starts at 2:00 that develops into the extended musical break that lasts about 45 seconds, which is a fairly decent length for a song like this. The solo itself isn’t flashy or fast, but is almost perfect. Great tune!
Question, apologies if covered. The EP, number of songs? Allowed song lengths?Period 8. Final Exam A 25 minute EP recapping any of the subjects we covered. For example it can be Religious based, or Math based, or History based, Current Events (2023), etc..using the same criteria for the respective Lesson that you choose
No max/min song lengths. The whole thing has a 25 minute limit. Just pick a subject we covered in the roulette.
No story, no title....just songs.
Question, apologies if covered. The EP, number of songs? Allowed song lengths?Period 8. Final Exam A 25 minute EP recapping any of the subjects we covered. For example it can be Religious based, or Math based, or History based, Current Events (2023), etc..using the same criteria for the respective Lesson that you choose
No max/min song lengths. The whole thing has a 25 minute limit. Just pick a subject we covered in the roulette.
No story, no title....just songs.
Can we use multiple songs from the same band?
Question, apologies if covered. The EP, number of songs? Allowed song lengths?Period 8. Final Exam A 25 minute EP recapping any of the subjects we covered. For example it can be Religious based, or Math based, or History based, Current Events (2023), etc..using the same criteria for the respective Lesson that you choose
No max/min song lengths. The whole thing has a 25 minute limit. Just pick a subject we covered in the roulette.
No story, no title....just songs.
Can we use multiple songs from the same band?
Yes.
Oh right, so it could even all be from one artist this time? Interesting if so. Not sure I'd necessarily do that but good to know it would be an option.
Also, presumably there's no extra credit EP? :lol
Maybe even just send an actual EP. :biggrin:Oh right, so it could even all be from one artist this time? Interesting if so. Not sure I'd necessarily do that but good to know it would be an option.
Also, presumably there's no extra credit EP? :lol
I may go all in on one artist or even one album for the EP then.....
Maybe even just send an actual EP. :biggrin:Oh right, so it could even all be from one artist this time? Interesting if so. Not sure I'd necessarily do that but good to know it would be an option.
Also, presumably there's no extra credit EP? :lol
I may go all in on one artist or even one album for the EP then.....
Oh right, so it could even all be from one artist this time? Interesting if so. Not sure I'd necessarily do that but good to know it would be an option.
Also, presumably there's no extra credit EP? :lol
:metal Pretty happy with this. I love how Hansi and Edu's vocals work together in this song. Glad you forgot to ban this song! :) I get it with the multiple singers and lineup changes. But all eras of Angra are awesome. Their first singer, Andre Matos, is really off putting for some (not myself) so maybe I'd recommend trying that last. The whole Temple of Shadows album, that Winds of Destination is from, is incredible.
Lethean: Angra-Winds Of Destination
Oustanding. Loved a lot of this.
Lots to love here on this. At first, I thought the singer sounded just like the guy from Blind Guardian..lol. It’s Hansi of course. Some really cool metal parts here and the drumming is outstanding. I need to make it a point to get into them, but I just don’t do well with bands that have so many lineup changes, especially multiple vocalists. Still, this is an excellent track that ticks a lot of TAC boxes.
Not to nitpick, but I'm getting shorted 0.5 points. If I want to stay top 5 ahead of Tom, I need every shred of a point I can get - especially if I continue to lay eggs that land in the bottom 1/2 of scoring.
Been going thru my plethora of 2023 discoveries. I might need the weekend to decide. I've got a 6 hour road trip to Ottawa on Sunday where I can do a lot of dedicated listening, so I'll be on time with my submission, but a little tardier than normal. I'll still be likely be in ahead of Bill and Lucas though! :lol
Lucas is not in this class, and Bill has already handed in his assignments. ;D
I just flat out suck.
I just flat out suck.
You can't win every roulette this year. :pI've won the same number as you this year! :lol
I just flat out suck.
You're in 6th place...out of 18!!!
When will you decide you can't win so you might as well just set yourself on fire like you did in my roulette?I just flat out suck.
You're in 6th place...out of 18!!!
Yeah that's great. I was just saying I suck in general. :lol
When will you decide you can't win so you might as well just set yourself on fire like you did in my roulette?I just flat out suck.
You're in 6th place...out of 18!!!
Yeah that's great. I was just saying I suck in general. :lol
Winger EP!
All of you saying Winger & Power Windows better stay off my lawn!
Extra Credit Grades
2… Nick: Therion- Invocation Of Namaah
Extra Credit Grades
2… Nick: Therion- Invocation Of Namaah
Not bad! Anything you particularly liked/ did NOT particularly like about the song? ;) Post-roulette, you should give the album a shot. Once again, Litho has another song (a great one, incidentally) from it in his playlist from the other thread, so you'll have another sample, at some point...
Extra Credit Grades
2… Nick: Therion- Invocation Of Namaah
Not bad! Anything you particularly liked/ did NOT particularly like about the song? ;) Post-roulette, you should give the album a shot. Once again, Litho has another song (a great one, incidentally) from it in his playlist from the other thread, so you'll have another sample, at some point...
So it was the last song to get cut from the 2.5 group. I really liked it. It earned a demerit on those initial harsh(?) vocals. But I found the song quite entertaining. Ariich didn't have great vocals, but I thought his music was stronger.
And WTF is up with that album cover? :lol
I'm definitely up for following up with it.
I might need til Sunday night, my time if I change my tact for the EP round. Had a busy, shitty few days so I'll try and get something in as soon as I can.
My song got first in extra credit! Glad you liked it man!
Haha, I guess I thought you'd like Thrice more, since it has a more rock feel to it.
The album it comes from is called Brother, Sister and it is awesome. If you don't have time for a whole album (it's 43 minutes), I would listen to The Dryness and The Rain, Wolf Am I!, C-Minor, and especially listen to In a Sweater Poorly Knit.
It's a lot when you have 2 little kids :lol :lol
The album it comes from is called Brother, Sister and it is awesome. If you don't have time for a whole album (it's 43 minutes), I would listen to The Dryness and The Rain, Wolf Am I!, C-Minor, and especially listen to In a Sweater Poorly Knit.
Just locked in the first 10 First Listen Impressions of the Current Events round.
Did you all make some sort of secret pact or something? :lol
With one exception, there's a common thread running through the playlist.
Just locked in the first 10 First Listen Impressions of the Current Events round.
Did you all make some sort of secret pact or something? :lol
With one exception, there's a common thread running through the playlist.
Everything blows?
Just locked in the first 10 First Listen Impressions of the Current Events round.
Did you all make some sort of secret pact or something? :lol
With one exception, there's a common thread running through the playlist.
Everything blows?
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If there was a pact, I wasn't initiated. :)
I wonder what the common thread is.
How about an extra 5 points to our year end grade for whoever can guess it?
I'm wondering if mine is the exception.
How about an extra 5 points to our year end grade for whoever can guess it?
uuhhh... I think I already did??
Sent!
Oh boy, I guess this round will be low scoring. I changed it up this round to be less predictable and I think my song is catchy as fuck.
Oh boy, I guess this round will be low scoring. I changed it up this round to be less predictable and I think my song is catchy as fuck.
Your songs have been anything but predictable. Everybody's have.
Oh boy, I guess this round will be low scoring. I changed it up this round to be less predictable and I think my song is catchy as fuck.
Your songs have been anything but predictable. Everybody's have.
Looking forward to my ep? I'm percolating.
Oh boy, I guess this round will be low scoring. I changed it up this round to be less predictable and I think my song is catchy as fuck.
Your songs have been anything but predictable. Everybody's have.
Looking forward to my ep? I'm percolating.
Oh boy, I guess this round will be low scoring. I changed it up this round to be less predictable and I think my song is catchy as fuck.
Just locked in the first 10 First Listen Impressions of the Current Events round.
Did you all make some sort of secret pact or something? :lol
With one exception, there's a common thread running through the playlist.
Just locked in the first 10 First Listen Impressions of the Current Events round.
Did you all make some sort of secret pact or something? :lol
With one exception, there's a common thread running through the playlist.
All growls?
Fuck him Kade.
Oh boy, I guess this round will be low scoring. I changed it up this round to be less predictable and I think my song is catchy as fuck.
Dude, ease up on yourself.
It's all fun. Remember where you end up ranking in these roulettes mean nothing in the scheme of life. Have fun.
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Oh boy, I guess this round will be low scoring. I changed it up this round to be less predictable and I think my song is catchy as fuck.
Dude, ease up on yourself.
It's all fun. Remember where you end up ranking in these roulettes mean nothing in the scheme of life. Have fun.
Oh I know, I'm not taking this seriously at all. I'm just having a laugh. Roulettes ARE life... I was going to send Tim your song "I Still Remember Someone Else" for my ep. Did you finish it? :lol
No worries Kade!
No worries Kade!
Might be another 12 hours from now, though that's still not Monday you're time haha.
No worries Kade!
Might be another 12 hours from now, though that's still not Monday you're time haha.
You still won't be last. :biggrin:
I haven't watched that in ages. It was such a fun movie.
4:1 Tim doesn't get the reference.
Got it in. Wow, it's a tad off kilter for me, but I get in the mood every now and then for something like this. Thanks!
Also, there's a lot of damn lyrics! :lol
Some really cool ones though.
That’s Harry And The Hendersons starring John Lithgow.
Fuck you guys !!! :P
Never watched it. It blew chunks.
That’s Harry And The Hendersons starring John Lithgow.
Fuck you guys !!! :P
Never watched it. It blew chunks.
Less talk. More submitting.
Less talk. More submitting.
When did I become Harry?!
Less talk. More submitting.
Alright, alright. You got mine now.
I'm ready to start writeups on my first 13 songs! :lol
Less talk. More submitting.
Alright, alright. You got mine now.
You beat me!
Waiting on :
Faizof
Reaper
Romdrums
And J-Boy who is resubmitting.
Chad tried sending the new Winger I see.
Chad tried sending the new Winger I see.
:justjen
Nah... Tim just all of a sudden decides to apply some unwritten rules. I'll be sending shortly.
Chad tried sending the new Winger I see.
:justjen
Nah... Tim just all of a sudden decides to apply some unwritten rules. I'll be sending shortly.
I listened to the song and saved you at least 2 points. ;D
Waiting on :
Faizof
Reaper
Romdrums
And J-Boy who is resubmitting.
Chad tried sending the new Winger I see.
:justjen
Nah... Tim just all of a sudden decides to apply some unwritten rules. I'll be sending shortly.
I listened to the song and saved you at least 2 points. ;D
So, wait... RJ didn't send Tesseract?
So, wait... RJ didn't send Tesseract?
Why would you say that?
So, wait... RJ didn't send Tesseract?
Why would you say that?
Ahh... I didn't see the one that fit Tesseract at first.
RJ sent Tesseract.
Wait, did I send Edu Falaschi - Tenochtitlan and forget about it? I could have sworn I sent something else.
That's too bad, it will probably do better than my song.Wait, did I send Edu Falaschi - Tenochtitlan and forget about it? I could have sworn I sent something else.
You did not send it.
Two people sent Avenged Sevenfold - Cosmic. One of them was Luke.
Two people sent Avenged Sevenfold - Cosmic. One of them was Luke.
Now you just need to work out who else has impeccable taste.
What else is gonna happen when the host asks for the best song from this year?!
My song rules though. :)What else is gonna happen when the host asks for the best song from this year?!
This must've been a slow year, based on this round. :lol
What else is gonna happen when the host asks for the best song from this year?!
This must've been a slow year, based on this round. :lol
Post Malone:lmao:
Post Malone:lmao:
Post Malone:lmao:
:lol
Moonlight Sorcery - The Secret of Streaming Blood
Kade?
EDIT: ....aaand handed in my final exam! :corn
Is Twisted one of those songs?
The Burden of Faith?
Ok, the Current Events Hangman is posted.
Time to get studying for your Final Exam! Don't procrastinate. I'd like to have them in by Friday. Obviously not a hardcore deadline as I'll have plenty to start on, but..
Not Kade.
Glasser is going to be upset that didn't make his Ariich menstrual EP.
Ok, the Current Events Hangman is posted.
Time to get studying for your Final Exam! Don't procrastinate. I'd like to have them in by Friday. Obviously not a hardcore deadline as I'll have plenty to start on, but..
Do you know when you're posting round results? As usual I can almost always send less than a day after they're posted, but I don't really want to send it ahead of time.
Ok, the Current Events Hangman is posted.
Time to get studying for your Final Exam! Don't procrastinate. I'd like to have them in by Friday. Obviously not a hardcore deadline as I'll have plenty to start on, but..
Do you know when you're posting round results? As usual I can almost always send less than a day after they're posted, but I don't really want to send it ahead of time.
My goal is to again post Main Assignment grades on Thursday, and Extra Credit and Final Grades on Friday. It's possible it gets pushed back a day, but that's my goal.
Ok, the Current Events Hangman is posted.
Time to get studying for your Final Exam! Don't procrastinate. I'd like to have them in by Friday. Obviously not a hardcore deadline as I'll have plenty to start on, but..
Do you know when you're posting round results? As usual I can almost always send less than a day after they're posted, but I don't really want to send it ahead of time.
My goal is to again post Main Assignment grades on Thursday, and Extra Credit and Final Grades on Friday. It's possible it gets pushed back a day, but that's my goal.
Have you listened to the extra Credit songs yet?
Is Twisted one of those songs?
That's Voyager.The Burden of Faith?
That'd be by Ov Sulfur, sent by lonestar.
On Thorns I Lay is probably Nick.
Lethean - Edu (double dippin on the Angra vibe)
King - Riverside
James - Post Malone
Glasser - On Thorns I Lay
Nick_z - Voyager
Romdrums - Timechild
Ariich - Soen
Wolfking - The other Avenged Sevenfold
Litho - The Anchoret
Puppies - Tesseract
Reaper - Alkaloid
Faizoff - Moonlight Sorcery
Soupy - Head With Wings
Tomislav - Dirt Poor Robbins
15/15!!!!
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Or as a Leafs fan in the playoffs :neverusethis:
Or as a Leafs fan in the playoffs :neverusethis:
Ya'll give me grief, but I don't see anyone else making any guesses - educated or otherwise.
That's a negative ghost rider.
Did Lethean send Soen?
Puppies - On Thorns I Lay?No, sir.
Soen is probably Tomislav
Chad, 0/28!! :lol :lol
Puppies - On Thorns I Lay?No, sir.
Dirt Poor Robins is soupy. Killer choice, though maybe the wrong roulette. :corn
Voyager might be Lethean.
It's 13. Even if Cosmic isn't 13, it is 13.
10, 13, 17 or one of the potential growers?
9. The singer treads a dangerous line between Paul Rogers and…Chris Cornell.
:lol10, 13, 17 or one of the potential growers?
Somehow your impression got lost and I doubled up another impression. Since yours is the most obvious, I put yours up there.
8?
1. Pretty good, but this will have to grow on me.
4. This is going to have to grow on me I think.
7. Doesn’t hit me right off, but I could see this growing.
10. Lots to chew on here that I cannot do in one listen.
15. A bit mid tempo and those vocals are going to have to grow on me.
17. This feels like it has the potential to be fairly powerful.
4 or 7
13 or 17?
But...but...I'm always mid-tempo :(
8?
8?
Nope, 10.
8 is me
Maybe 2?
11?
Yeah, Puppies and Luke thought you might struggle with the vocals when I played it for them. Hopefully the rest of the impression is, "...but the rest of the song is so awesome I can put up with them for a song or two!" :biggrin:
The extra credit though...
17
Also what was the theme you mentioned about this round?
So, as you all can tell, there's a lot of impressions that mention growth and/or potential. It's just an overwhelming feeling I got after hearing most of the songs just one time. Was just thinking things like, "I hope this grows on me".
I don't know if this is an overall weak round or not, but other than a few exceptions, most of these songs are either slow, mid-tempo, or mellow. It's like everyone sent the same song almost.
However in this round, I feel like I'll be building my Stack from the top down, as opposed to pretty much every other round from the bottom up.
Ok, before we settle on the “grower” impressions…let’s try 14 or 17? Optimistically? ;)
My bad, I missed that post (and a whole page somehow).
13 or 14?
Ok, before we settle on the “grower” impressions…let’s try 14 or 17? Optimistically? ;)
Tim, did I miss your response to this? Or should I just infer the likely answer (wrong!) :biggrin:
15
I almost went with 13, Tim.
Ok, before we settle on the “grower” impressions…let’s try 14 or 17? Optimistically? ;)
Tim, did I miss your response to this? Or should I just infer the likely answer (wrong!) :biggrin:
I missed your post. I was at the gymnasium. It is wrong btw.
Ok, before we settle on the “grower” impressions…let’s try 14 or 17? Optimistically? ;)
Tim, did I miss your response to this? Or should I just infer the likely answer (wrong!) :biggrin:
I missed your post. I was at the gymnasium. It is wrong btw.
Of course it is :biggrin:
Ok, so let's go for 4 or 7...
11 or 14?
Ok, 13, so I can sleep well?
A lot of those left could be mine.....
Would love 13........
13 :biggrin:
15 could also be Soen.It's not, already asked. Could be 13 tho ;)
15 could also be Soen.It's not, already asked. Could be 13 tho ;)
A lot of those left could be mine.....
Would love 13........
Actually, I think Chad's could be 13.
4 - Dirt Poor Robins yes
6 - Soen
7 - Voyager
11 - Head With Wings yes
13 - Psychework yes
15 - Alkaloid
17 - On Thorns I Lay
The Black Sabbath one doesn't match any if them IMO.
Also Tim, not to be too optimistic but you didn't mention M. Shadows vocals in your impressions. That's my main concern, but no slating from the first impression has to be a good thing, right?
Don't answer that.
I can only hope it's along the lines of...
"This song is so transcendent that I was able to give the vocals a pass and score this 10/10, as it rightly deserves".
Bugger. Looks like my risk may not have paid off. I'd thought you'd see something I see in it. Ah well.
Portnoy ? Mangini
Portnoy ? Mangini
Starting to look I should have sent them to Luke instead of TAC. :lol (Though it wasn't out back then).
Sucks > Blows
Starting to look I should have sent them to Luke instead of TAC. :lol (Though it wasn't out back then).
Looks like your algorithm broke.
11? :blush
11? :blush
I guessed 11 once already.
Bugger. Looks like my risk may not have paid off. I'd thought you'd see something I see in it. Ah well.
For what it's worth, I like On Thorns I Lay :)...they've been around for so long and went through a bunch of stylistic changes, though. I remember buying the first album, back in the mid-90s (!). They were quite a different beast then. More like avantgard-ish black metal with some gothic undertones. Pretty cool, but I think I like what they are doing these days better.
.....sigh..... :sadpanda:
I never thought Post Malone would on the right side of a comparison on a roulette run by TAC.
I never thought Post Malone would on the right side of a comparison on a roulette run by TAC.
I never thought Post Malone would on the right side of a comparison on a roulette run by TAC.
Hopefully this doesn't mean TAC is heading into the late Ozzy phase of his career. ;D
I never thought Post Malone would on the right side of a comparison on a roulette run by TAC.
Hopefully this doesn't mean TAC is heading into the late Ozzy phase of his career. ;D
Have y'all heard the song it's compared to?
Tomorrow came fast! :lol
I’m stunned … and confused. But will gladly take it. Nice to get back to a top score after a few rounds of mediocrity. Curious to see how Sleep Token lands, and whether I’m within shooting distance of a repeat victory.
I'm glad you kept an open mind on Post Malone. To me he is one of the most interesting people in pop music now. He has his hip hop/pop music career but he also has a pretty varied taste in music and is actually pretty talented himself. I remember seeing him doing a half decent cover of cliffs of dover.
I'm glad you kept an open mind on Post Malone. To me he is one of the most interesting people in pop music now. He has his hip hop/pop music career but he also has a pretty varied taste in music and is actually pretty talented himself. I remember seeing him doing a half decent cover of cliffs of dover.
luke, we got a high score! o/
Glad you liked it Tim.
TAC, are there any rules about how many bands need to be on the EP?
Tomorrow came fast! :lol
I’m stunned … and confused. But will gladly take it. Nice to get back to a top score after a few rounds of mediocrity. Curious to see how Sleep Token lands, and whether I’m within shooting distance of a repeat victory.
My unwritten rules handed you 3 extra points. :P
Sister Song Comparisons
Nergard > Psychework
Jingle Boy: Psychework-Viipuri
Wow, that was really epic.
This song has a cool opening, like I feel like I’m about to get thrown into an epic journey. Really nice. Is it me, or does this dude sound like Bruce Dickinson? The song doesn’t really kick in for good until about 3 and a half minutes in, but I never felt like it was dragging. The vocal in the last verse is phenomenal. My favorite vocal of the round. Sets up an epic ending. This song is EPIC!
:metal
Based on the last two rounds, I imagine you'll probably enjoy Edu Falaschi's latest two albums and also his era in Angra.
See, this is why I shouldn't try to play with growls. Even when I can tolerate them, they're usually shitty. :lol
I'm actually pretty happy with my scores this round, although it's not enough to move me up in contention. I'm fairly disappointed in myself this roulette. :yeahright
I'm actually pretty happy with my scores this round, although it's not enough to move me up in contention. I'm fairly disappointed in myself this roulette. :yeahright
Yup, some of these songs were so bad, even Dragon Attack could've beat them! ;D
I should've sent this last round, it would have won it all immediately! PLEASE listen!
https://youtu.be/SkMNrOsTuRU?si=h_fH20V7YmdMXiHB
I should've sent this last round, it would have won it all immediately! PLEASE listen!
https://youtu.be/SkMNrOsTuRU?si=h_fH20V7YmdMXiHB
I should've sent this last round, it would have won it all immediately! PLEASE listen!
https://youtu.be/SkMNrOsTuRU?si=h_fH20V7YmdMXiHB
I posted that in the Iron Maiden thread the other day. :P
I should've sent this last round, it would have won it all immediately! PLEASE listen!
https://youtu.be/SkMNrOsTuRU?si=h_fH20V7YmdMXiHB
I posted that in the Iron Maiden thread the other day. :P
Bit of self promotion hey. You sound great!
Current Events Extra Credit Grades
3…Nick: Silver Bullet- Dusk Of Dawn
Maybe the teacher needs to go back to math class... :)
Maybe the teacher needs to go back to math class... :)
And by this I meant that my total score for the round is wrong. :P
Current Events Extra Credit Grades
3…Nick: Silver Bullet- Dusk Of Dawn
Nice! As I told you, this was my surprise power metal album of the year so far.
Had no idea about this band’s existence before I listened to this (they have a couple more records), and the record is a super-entertaining ride. The whole thing is highly recommended.
Current Events Extra Credit Grades
3…Nick: Silver Bullet- Dusk Of Dawn
Nice! As I told you, this was my surprise power metal album of the year so far.
Had no idea about this band’s existence before I listened to this (they have a couple more records), and the record is a super-entertaining ride. The whole thing is highly recommended.
I remember you pimping this one out a few months ago. I played, and saved it, but haven't had the chance to revisit it much. I've already got 32 albums saved on Spotify from 2023 (to go along with 19 that I've outright purchased).
I did, but at the same time I had a slim hope of Tim looking past the brutalness of the track and focused more on the ripping solos and amazing drums. I did second guess myself right up to the point where I just said, "screw it", and just went with it.I'm actually pretty happy with my scores this round, although it's not enough to move me up in contention. I'm fairly disappointed in myself this roulette. :yeahright
You had to realize what you were doing when you sent Nile. :lol
I did, but at the same time I had a slim hope of Tim looking past the brutalness of the track and focused more on the ripping solos and amazing drums. I did second guess myself right up to the point where I just said, "screw it", and just went with it.I'm actually pretty happy with my scores this round, although it's not enough to move me up in contention. I'm fairly disappointed in myself this roulette. :yeahright
You had to realize what you were doing when you sent Nile. :lol
I mean, Glasser sent Cannibal Corpse, so.....I did, but at the same time I had a slim hope of Tim looking past the brutalness of the track and focused more on the ripping solos and amazing drums. I did second guess myself right up to the point where I just said, "screw it", and just went with it.I'm actually pretty happy with my scores this round, although it's not enough to move me up in contention. I'm fairly disappointed in myself this roulette. :yeahright
You had to realize what you were doing when you sent Nile. :lol
I thought it was funny that Puppies and Luke both tried to out brutal each other and sent me the same damn song. :lol
I did, but at the same time I had a slim hope of Tim looking past the brutalness of the track and focused more on the ripping solos and amazing drums. I did second guess myself right up to the point where I just said, "screw it", and just went with it.I'm actually pretty happy with my scores this round, although it's not enough to move me up in contention. I'm fairly disappointed in myself this roulette. :yeahright
You had to realize what you were doing when you sent Nile. :lol
It's all in good fun, but I've been sent some fucked up stuff in this roulette. :lol
It's all in good fun, but I've been sent some fucked up stuff in this roulette. :lol
To a fucked up leader. :lol
It's all in good fun, but I've been sent some fucked up stuff in this roulette. :lol
It's all in good fun, but I've been sent some fucked up stuff in this roulette. :lol
It's all in good fun, but I've been sent some fucked up stuff in this roulette. :lol
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I need some music people. I’m gonna have writeups done on the first half soon!!Then you shouldn't have given us until Monday, should you. :P
I need some music people. I’m gonna have writeups done on the first half soon!!Then you shouldn't have given us until Monday, should you. :P
So have all the rounds but many players like to see the latest results before choosing what to send next.I need some music people. I’m gonna have writeups done on the first half soon!!Then you shouldn't have given us until Monday, should you. :P
It's not like the theme of this round snuck up on anyone. It's been known for a couple of months!
Plus you have time to go listen to City Burials while you're waiting for more EPs.
Plus you have time to go listen to City Burials while you're waiting for more EPs.
Plus you have time to go listen to City Burials while you're waiting for more EPs.
Absolutely! You know you want to, Tim! :biggrin:
Plus you have time to go listen to City Burials while you're waiting for more EPs.
Absolutely! You know you want to, Tim! :biggrin:
The hell I do! :lol
I mean, he's had my EP for a month now, so...Plus you have time to go listen to City Burials while you're waiting for more EPs.
Absolutely! You know you want to, Tim! :biggrin:
The hell I do! :lol
He totally does. He just doesn't want to admit it.
Plus shouldn't the EPs maybe sit with you a few days and be listened to a bunch of times before they're scored?
I mean, he's had my EP for a month now, so...Plus you have time to go listen to City Burials while you're waiting for more EPs.
Absolutely! You know you want to, Tim! :biggrin:
The hell I do! :lol
He totally does. He just doesn't want to admit it.
Plus shouldn't the EPs maybe sit with you a few days and be listened to a bunch of times before they're scored?
I did. I spent a whole week on it with different iterations. That EP is 25 minutes of awesomeness.I mean, he's had my EP for a month now, so...Plus you have time to go listen to City Burials while you're waiting for more EPs.
Absolutely! You know you want to, Tim! :biggrin:
The hell I do! :lol
He totally does. He just doesn't want to admit it.
Plus shouldn't the EPs maybe sit with you a few days and be listened to a bunch of times before they're scored?
Speaking of maybe we should've taken our time with it... :P
Seriously, it's all good. I have the first 9 in the books pretty much. Basically cutting the round in two halves will pretty much ensure Final Grades on time.
I did. I spent a whole week on it with different iterations. That EP is 25 minutes of awesomeness.I mean, he's had my EP for a month now, so...Plus you have time to go listen to City Burials while you're waiting for more EPs.
Absolutely! You know you want to, Tim! :biggrin:
The hell I do! :lol
He totally does. He just doesn't want to admit it.
Plus shouldn't the EPs maybe sit with you a few days and be listened to a bunch of times before they're scored?
Speaking of maybe we should've taken our time with it... :P
:lolI did. I spent a whole week on it with different iterations. That EP is 25 minutes of awesomeness.I mean, he's had my EP for a month now, so...Plus you have time to go listen to City Burials while you're waiting for more EPs.
Absolutely! You know you want to, Tim! :biggrin:
The hell I do! :lol
He totally does. He just doesn't want to admit it.
Plus shouldn't the EPs maybe sit with you a few days and be listened to a bunch of times before they're scored?
Speaking of maybe we should've taken our time with it... :P
It's still not beating the first 25 minutes of songs that Kade thought up in less than 5 minutes. :p Nor are mine that I technically started thinking about over a year ago. :lol
Plus shouldn't the EPs maybe sit with you a few days and be listened to a bunch of times before they're scored?
I did. I spent a whole week on it with different iterations. That EP is 25 minutes of awesomeness.I mean, he's had my EP for a month now, so...Plus you have time to go listen to City Burials while you're waiting for more EPs.
Absolutely! You know you want to, Tim! :biggrin:
The hell I do! :lol
He totally does. He just doesn't want to admit it.
Plus shouldn't the EPs maybe sit with you a few days and be listened to a bunch of times before they're scored?
Speaking of maybe we should've taken our time with it... :P
It's still not beating the first 25 minutes of songs that Kade thought up in less than 5 minutes. :p Nor are mine that I technically started thinking about over a year ago. :lol
Thanks! I feel like I just got done sending mine so it was just a little disconcerting thinking it could have a score so soon. But that's probably based on how I listen to stuff. In my roulette my impressions were more like"early" impressions because the first impressions would have been more like "I guess this song is ok" for most of the songs. :) And I tried to listen to each one a lot, except that one song by Sacul that just wouldn't die - I think I only made it to 5 or 6. Or the weird giraffe song that I think Evermind sent.Plus shouldn't the EPs maybe sit with you a few days and be listened to a bunch of times before they're scored?
I don't really want to answer this before everyone is in.
Let's just call it preliminary scoring. I've heard every EP 5 or 6 times at this point. Trust me, I'm listening. And I'll continue to listen.
I'm allowing for movement on the scores for sure, but I think I have a pretty decent handle on what I've heard so far.
The way they've been submitted, it allows me to zero in on the first half, and then pay attention to the second half. Actually, I can get a deeper feel for the EPs this way. The prelim scores aren't set in stone. No worries people.
Everything will get the appropriate run throughs.
Eh, we just have very different approaches to some things, and it's amusing to exaggerate those differences for humor at times. :p We probably clash a bit more awkwardly and less organically than say, Luke and I usually seem to. The entry I put the most thought into scored less than the one I put the least thought into, so it's all kind of random. You definitely have more of a natural match of taste with TAC (though mine was much more similar to both of yours a couple decades ago, which is what I try and tap into), so I'm thrilled that I've been able to do as well as I have, regardless of the results. It's all in good fun.
Eh, we just have very different approaches to some things, and it's amusing to exaggerate those differences for humor at times. :p We probably clash a bit more awkwardly and less organically than say, Luke and I usually seem to. The entry I put the most thought into scored less than the one I put the least thought into, so it's all kind of random. You definitely have more of a natural match of taste with TAC (though mine was much more similar to both of yours a couple decades ago, which is what I try and tap into), so I'm thrilled that I've been able to do as well as I have, regardless of the results. It's all in good fun.
As I've mentioned before, I used to have more of your style of approach and still do at times, there's nothing wrong with it and yes, perhaps I need to take the humor in it more than I do. You're right though, like I said, it's all random and in good fun.
In relation to all that, I know I say, while I say things like 'I don't have much to send,' I kind of mean that in the vein of that I haven't gone out of my way to look for new music. It's just something I don't enjoy as much as I used to, BUT, in terms of the roulette game, I guess that's not true, PLUS it's made me discover other music. I also have discovered my album of the year because of this roulette. It's also a defensive mechanism when I say that so I guess I need to work on. Plus you're right, Tim and I click pretty heavily with tastes and just general opinions so there's that pressure on myself, but so far so good and no matter what the result, at least I've delivered for him.
If I ever do get around to running another roulette, I want you straight in. Good luck on this round, I'll be happy if you steal the crown at the death mate, it will be well deserved. I have sent my EP and it's something Tim would normally be all over, but time will tell.
I love you all. As long as I'm on top.
Eh, we just have very different approaches to some things, and it's amusing to exaggerate those differences for humor at times. :p We probably clash a bit more awkwardly and less organically than say, Luke and I usually seem to. The entry I put the most thought into scored less than the one I put the least thought into, so it's all kind of random. You definitely have more of a natural match of taste with TAC (though mine was much more similar to both of yours a couple decades ago, which is what I try and tap into), so I'm thrilled that I've been able to do as well as I have, regardless of the results. It's all in good fun.
As I've mentioned before, I used to have more of your style of approach and still do at times, there's nothing wrong with it and yes, perhaps I need to take the humor in it more than I do. You're right though, like I said, it's all random and in good fun.
In relation to all that, I know I say, while I say things like 'I don't have much to send,' I kind of mean that in the vein of that I haven't gone out of my way to look for new music. It's just something I don't enjoy as much as I used to, BUT, in terms of the roulette game, I guess that's not true, PLUS it's made me discover other music. I also have discovered my album of the year because of this roulette. It's also a defensive mechanism when I say that so I guess I need to work on. Plus you're right, Tim and I click pretty heavily with tastes and just general opinions so there's that pressure on myself, but so far so good and no matter what the result, at least I've delivered for him.
If I ever do get around to running another roulette, I want you straight in. Good luck on this round, I'll be happy if you steal the crown at the death mate, it will be well deserved. I have sent my EP and it's something Tim would normally be all over, but time will tell.
Yeah, I'd sensed some tension between us at various points and wasn't quite sure how it was sitting with you. It's good to dissolve it a bit, but I expect our divergences on some matters will continue to provide more fodder for entertainment in the future. ;) There are certain areas of my taste that I think you could excel in hitting, since you should definitely be in my next roulette. You seemed way too burned out at the time to bug you about the first one.
:lol
I think Tim actually liked that Steam Powered Giraffe song.
I feel like I just got done sending mine so it was just a little disconcerting thinking it could have a score so soon. But that's probably based on how I listen to stuff. In my roulette my impressions were more like"early" impressions because the first impressions would have been more like "I guess this song is ok" for most of the songs. :)
Count me in. And...
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Eh, we just have very different approaches to some things, and it's amusing to exaggerate those differences for humor at times. :p We probably clash a bit more awkwardly and less organically than say, Luke and I usually seem to. The entry I put the most thought into scored less than the one I put the least thought into, so it's all kind of random. You definitely have more of a natural match of taste with TAC (though mine was much more similar to both of yours a couple decades ago, which is what I try and tap into), so I'm thrilled that I've been able to do as well as I have, regardless of the results. It's all in good fun.
As I've mentioned before, I used to have more of your style of approach and still do at times, there's nothing wrong with it and yes, perhaps I need to take the humor in it more than I do. You're right though, like I said, it's all random and in good fun.
In relation to all that, I know I say, while I say things like 'I don't have much to send,' I kind of mean that in the vein of that I haven't gone out of my way to look for new music. It's just something I don't enjoy as much as I used to, BUT, in terms of the roulette game, I guess that's not true, PLUS it's made me discover other music. I also have discovered my album of the year because of this roulette. It's also a defensive mechanism when I say that so I guess I need to work on. Plus you're right, Tim and I click pretty heavily with tastes and just general opinions so there's that pressure on myself, but so far so good and no matter what the result, at least I've delivered for him.
If I ever do get around to running another roulette, I want you straight in. Good luck on this round, I'll be happy if you steal the crown at the death mate, it will be well deserved. I have sent my EP and it's something Tim would normally be all over, but time will tell.
Yeah, I'd sensed some tension between us at various points and wasn't quite sure how it was sitting with you. It's good to dissolve it a bit, but I expect our divergences on some matters will continue to provide more fodder for entertainment in the future. ;) There are certain areas of my taste that I think you could excel in hitting, since you should definitely be in my next roulette. You seemed way too burned out at the time to bug you about the first one.
Count me in. And...
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Eh, we just have very different approaches to some things, and it's amusing to exaggerate those differences for humor at times. :p We probably clash a bit more awkwardly and less organically than say, Luke and I usually seem to. The entry I put the most thought into scored less than the one I put the least thought into, so it's all kind of random. You definitely have more of a natural match of taste with TAC (though mine was much more similar to both of yours a couple decades ago, which is what I try and tap into), so I'm thrilled that I've been able to do as well as I have, regardless of the results. It's all in good fun.
As I've mentioned before, I used to have more of your style of approach and still do at times, there's nothing wrong with it and yes, perhaps I need to take the humor in it more than I do. You're right though, like I said, it's all random and in good fun.
In relation to all that, I know I say, while I say things like 'I don't have much to send,' I kind of mean that in the vein of that I haven't gone out of my way to look for new music. It's just something I don't enjoy as much as I used to, BUT, in terms of the roulette game, I guess that's not true, PLUS it's made me discover other music. I also have discovered my album of the year because of this roulette. It's also a defensive mechanism when I say that so I guess I need to work on. Plus you're right, Tim and I click pretty heavily with tastes and just general opinions so there's that pressure on myself, but so far so good and no matter what the result, at least I've delivered for him.
If I ever do get around to running another roulette, I want you straight in. Good luck on this round, I'll be happy if you steal the crown at the death mate, it will be well deserved. I have sent my EP and it's something Tim would normally be all over, but time will tell.
Yeah, I'd sensed some tension between us at various points and wasn't quite sure how it was sitting with you. It's good to dissolve it a bit, but I expect our divergences on some matters will continue to provide more fodder for entertainment in the future. ;) There are certain areas of my taste that I think you could excel in hitting, since you should definitely be in my next roulette. You seemed way too burned out at the time to bug you about the first one.
Count me in. And...
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I actually thought of that one. Good thing you posted it before Luke put one of his hug GIFs. :lol
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My EP is finished, will send this evening.Does this mean you have sent Dayman?
My EP is finished, will send this evening.
My EP is finished, will send this evening.
And I thought I was super late. You're only sending an EP dude, not a double concept album.
(https://64.media.tumblr.com/f128666d20d546762c85457b062c218d/tumblr_o9ypymM0aS1r0j1p1o1_400.gifv)My EP is finished, will send this evening.Does this mean you have sent Dayman?
You have made my day :lol I remember that song almost on a daily basis, often I sing the first part and my girlfriend jumps in with the high part :lolMy EP is finished, will send this evening.
And I thought I was super late. You're only sending an EP dude, not a double concept album.
It's Sunday dickwad, deadline is Monday! Don't make me come hug you(https://64.media.tumblr.com/f128666d20d546762c85457b062c218d/tumblr_o9ypymM0aS1r0j1p1o1_400.gifv)My EP is finished, will send this evening.Does this mean you have sent Dayman?
AAAHHHHHAAHHAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHHHH
No, but I should've!
Isn't it almost bed time for you??
:rollinIsn't it almost bed time for you??
No, for I am the Dayman, AAAHHH AAHH AAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHH
Master of karate and friendship for everyoneIsn't it almost bed time for you??
No, for I am the Dayman, AAAHHH AAHH AAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHH
My EP is finished, will send this evening.
And I thought I was super late. You're only sending an EP dude, not a double concept album.
It's Sunday dickwad, deadline is Monday! Don't make me come hug you
Sent my EP of It's Always Sunny songs
My EP is finished, will send this evening.
And I thought I was super late. You're only sending an EP dude, not a double concept album.
It's Sunday dickwad, deadline is Monday! Don't make me come hug you
It's Monday somewhere though...... :biggrin:
Wolfking is definitely from the future. I'm going to wake up tomorrow with a PM from him letting me know how Monday turned out.
Wolfking is definitely from the future. I'm going to wake up tomorrow with a PM from him letting me know how Monday turned out.
I can do this each day if you like?
Wolfking is definitely from the future. I'm going to wake up tomorrow with a PM from him letting me know how Monday turned out.
I can do this each day if you like?
Do you have a sports almanac?
I'm almost done with mine should be sending it later tonight
Awesome!
Just need Faizoff, Romdrums, and Stadler!
Bugger. Looks like my risk may not have paid off. I'd thought you'd see something I see in it. Ah well.
For what it's worth, I like On Thorns I Lay :)...they've been around for so long and went through a bunch of stylistic changes, though. I remember buying the first album, back in the mid-90s (!). They were quite a different beast then. More like avantgard-ish black metal with some gothic undertones. Pretty cool, but I think I like what they are doing these days better.
I had never heard of them until I stumbled upon this album and it's blown me away, it's fucking incredible. Was shocked when I saw they have been around for 30 years. :lol
Hopefully it grows a little on Tim. I knew the vocals would be a sticking point but the brutal vocals mixed with the doom elements and the atmosphere and melodies is amazing IMO.
Bugger. Looks like my risk may not have paid off. I'd thought you'd see something I see in it. Ah well.
For what it's worth, I like On Thorns I Lay :)...they've been around for so long and went through a bunch of stylistic changes, though. I remember buying the first album, back in the mid-90s (!). They were quite a different beast then. More like avantgard-ish black metal with some gothic undertones. Pretty cool, but I think I like what they are doing these days better.
I had never heard of them until I stumbled upon this album and it's blown me away, it's fucking incredible. Was shocked when I saw they have been around for 30 years. :lol
Hopefully it grows a little on Tim. I knew the vocals would be a sticking point but the brutal vocals mixed with the doom elements and the atmosphere and melodies is amazing IMO.
Kade! I finally got around to listening to On Thorns I Lay’s latest and, yep, it’s REALLY good. It has all of that sadness that I enjoy ;) …but it’s definitely not afraid of being heavy. Certain moments sound pretty massive. Great stuff.
There's a spelling mistake in mine, should I PM you about it or just draw a correction in red ink? :biggrin:
Lalu.
Lalu.
That's Chad for sure
Lalu.
That's Chad for sure
It's not..for sure.
Lalu.
That's Chad for sure
It's not..for sure.
Maybe Glasser then?
What's with all of the wrong guesses for Lalu? :lol
Cain's Offering - seems like a Kade submission?
2 x Edu Falaschi (again?) - Lethean for one of them?
Also, spelling error on one of mine as well!
Give us an O
Cain's Offering - seems like a Kade submission?
2 x Edu Falaschi (again?) - Lethean for one of them?
Also, spelling error on one of mine as well!
Give us an O
Nospun. The house at the beginning.
Nospun. The house at the beginning.
That album is a Glasser special, right?
Tim... sent nudes....of Chad and Joe...
Tim... sent nudes....of Chad and Joe...
Not the ball gag picture?
Collibus End Of The Line.
(I love Collibus, great choice!)
I'll guess Chad.
I think you left Anathema off when you copied it over. I think the song is Everything.
Ok it's there, but it's not filled inI think you left Anathema off when you copied it over. I think the song is Everything.
It's still there, and it's not Everything.
The spelling error was fixed incorrectly :P
Is Nosferstu Evergrey?
Is the one with Crosby Stills and Nash Stadler?
Also the Katatonia song is Dead Letters, with an S.
Is King Crimson Stadler?
Ummm......Insomnium is on the banned list......?
I'm trying to figure out who here, besides myself, actually listens to Sworn. I'd say it's either Wolfking or Nick.
I'm trying to figure out who here, besides myself, actually listens to Sworn. I'd say it's either Wolfking or Nick.
Ummm......Insomnium is on the banned list......?
Someone is busted! :lol
I do see Chaos Addict. Wasn't that sent already? Did someone use the TAC EP rule?
I do see Chaos Addict. Wasn't that sent already? Did someone use the TAC EP rule?
The only things I banned were bands that got an 8 or above in the Main Assignment portions of each round.
Honestly, I forgot they were even sent. :lol
I do see Chaos Addict. Wasn't that sent already? Did someone use the TAC EP rule?
The only things I banned were bands that got an 8 or above in the Main Assignment portions of each round.
Honestly, I forgot they were even sent. :lol
Someone reserved Edu then?
I do see Chaos Addict. Wasn't that sent already? Did someone use the TAC EP rule?
The only things I banned were bands that got an 8 or above in the Main Assignment portions of each round.
Honestly, I forgot they were even sent. :lol
Geography Extra Credit Grades!!
3.0…Tomislav: Chaos Addict-Solitude
I do see Chaos Addict. Wasn't that sent already? Did someone use the TAC EP rule?
The only things I banned were bands that got an 8 or above in the Main Assignment portions of each round.
Honestly, I forgot they were even sent. :lol
Someone reserved Edu then?
Yes. In fact, I had the EP before that round even happened.
Dire Straights
CSNY
is Stadler?
Stadler:
1: King Crimson – In The Court Of The Crimson King
2: King Crimson – __e __ea_ _e_ei_e_
3: King Crimson – _e_
4: King Crimson – __e _e_il's __ian_le __. III
I do see Chaos Addict. Wasn't that sent already? Did someone use the TAC EP rule?
The only things I banned were bands that got an 8 or above in the Main Assignment portions of each round.
Honestly, I forgot they were even sent. :lol
You forgot a top score extra credit song already!?!? :lolpalm:Geography Extra Credit Grades!!
3.0…Tomislav: Chaos Addict-Solitude
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Nice! It's on my "to listen" list still.I'm trying to figure out who here, besides myself, actually listens to Sworn. I'd say it's either Wolfking or Nick.
My 2023 album of the year.
Nice! It's on my "to listen" list still.I'm trying to figure out who here, besides myself, actually listens to Sworn. I'd say it's either Wolfking or Nick.
My 2023 album of the year.
I should have sent the other black metal Sworn. The one from Armenia. They have some really cool proggy black metal. Unfortunately only made 1 album before the band split.
Maybe Evermind sent Evergrey...
I think we need a D tomorrow morning.
You're here in spirit :tupMaybe Evermind sent Evergrey...
I think we need a D tomorrow morning.
For the fifth time, I'm not in this roulette :lol
Maybe Evermind sent Evergrey...
I think we need a D tomorrow morning.
For the fifth time, I'm not in this roulette :lol
Nice! It's on my "to listen" list still.I'm trying to figure out who here, besides myself, actually listens to Sworn. I'd say it's either Wolfking or Nick.
My 2023 album of the year.
I should have sent the other black metal Sworn. The one from Armenia. They have some really cool proggy black metal. Unfortunately only made 1 album before the band split.
It's just hooked me and is on repeat. Amazing melodies, riffs and interesting song structures.
Can't wait to go back and check their other albums.
??:James?
1: The Warning – XXI Century Blood
2: Deftones – Prayers/Triangles
3: Avenged Sevenfold – Chapter Four
4: Thrice – Ci_cles
5: Au4 – So Just Hang On, Beautiful One
??:RJ?
1: I_on Bunn_ – __en__ ___ee
2: B_idea_ – I_ni_e
3: Aldious – Dile__a
4: _a_delas – Apocal_pse
5: Fa_e _ea_ – _ose Of Des__uc_ion
??:Lethean?
1: Arcturis – The Arcturian Sign
2: Arcturis – Angst
3: Arcturis – The Chaos Path
4: Katatonia – Dead Letters
5: Arcturis – Hufsa
??:
1: Lost In Kiev – Prison Of Mind
2: Muse – Stockholm Syndrome
3: The Night Flight Orchestra – Barcelona
4: Elbow – Hotel Istanbul
??:
1: Lost In Kiev – Prison Of Mind
2: Muse – Stockholm Syndrome
3: The Night Flight Orchestra – Barcelona
4: Elbow – Hotel Istanbul
I'm guessing Geography! And I'll guess Nick
Is the batch with Anubis Gate Litho?Yes!
Current events batch with Horrendous is Luke?
Current events batch with Horrendous is Luke?
It's a horrendous batch for sure.
Smashing Pumpkins batch - PuppiesNo sir
Who the fuck sent Lalu?
Who the fuck sent Lalu?
That's a good question.
Who the fuck sent Lalu?
Who the fuck sent Lalu?
That's a good question.
Puppies or Kings?
What names are left?
What names are left?
Glasser - Faith No More batch
Nick - Edu batch
Rom - Evergrey batch
Me (apparently)
Ariich - Haive batch
Faizoff - Lost in Kiev batch
Reaper - Thrice batch
Puppies - Amorphis batch
King -Lalu batch
Still... I can finally say I lasted the longest!
I'll take pleasure in being the last unidentified band standing.
I gotta think it's either Glasser or Soupy for 15.
I got a feeling I'm #3. Maybe 8.
I gotta think it's either Glasser or Soupy for 15.
I got a feeling I'm #3. Maybe 8.
It's funny that you can pick someone else's impression, but not your own. :lol
Dynasty and Cains Offering I get definitely endorse. :metal
13 or 17?
Definitely know I'm not 16 lol
3, 5 or 16 lol
Uh oh, am I 9?
Uh oh, am I 9?
Nope.
Uh oh, am I 9?
Nope.
Phew, 5 or 6?
One of these maybe?
3. This is a steady eddie EP. Maybe too steady eddie.
6. There’s some great melodic lead playing on this.
13. This EP hits the spot.
I suppose my first guess should be 5.
I'd laugh if mine was #16...
Ok, not 5. Maybe 14?
5?
1? Lol
No complaints from me about that. I wasn't even planning on sending them in this roulette but you gave me an opening and I had to take it. :)I suppose my first guess should be 5.
It's not you, but it is fitting. Katatonia will definitely be banned on my next roulette.
Hopefully some of the not cool parts grew on you - fingers crossed. :)Ok, not 5. Maybe 14?
Final Exam First Listen Impressions
Jingle Boy 17. Pretty easy on the ears. Solid.
9
9 :neverusethis:
Tim, I haven't listened to my playlist since I sent it to you but yeah, I really like the flow of my three singa.
As a kid I used to make cassette playlists and my goal was to make it like a concert setlist. I loved doing that.
:corn9 :neverusethis:
You think? :P
Eh, I still got more bands.....
Eh, I still got more bands.....
Thank God this is the last round.
Eh, I still got more bands.....
Thank God this is the last round.
Oh you'll run another roulette... You can't resist. We're both powerless, and we'll be stuck in this cycle forever...
Tim, I haven't listened to my playlist since I sent it to you
11 or 16? :lol I have no idea!
Given Litho had 7 songs, should he have trimmed the fat?
3 for Tomi
Ok. I'm back from my hols.....and I see I had a dreadful previous round ;D
But being compared to Wolf and Jingle who are both miles ahead of me in this roulette has gotta be a good thing for this EP, right?
Ok. I'm back from my hols.....and I see I had a dreadful previous round ;D
But being compared to Wolf and Jingle who are both miles ahead of me in this roulette has gotta be a good thing for this EP, right?
Well, your EP is the intersection of where J-Boy and Wolfking collide.
And yeah, best you were out of town for the last round. :lol
Ok. I'm back from my hols.....and I see I had a dreadful previous round ;D
But being compared to Wolf and Jingle who are both miles ahead of me in this roulette has gotta be a good thing for this EP, right?
Well, your EP is the intersection of where J-Boy and Wolfking collide.
And yeah, best you were out of town for the last round. :lol
Is it a head on collision where no one survives or a loving tap of wing mirrors?
How about a 13 to make me happy?
Given Litho had 7 songs, should he have trimmed the fat?
Litho yes
How about a 13 to make me happy?
As much as I'd love to make you happy....it's not 13.
Given Litho had 7 songs, should he have trimmed the fat?
Litho yes
Uh oh... Curious to see what you think is the "fat". It's really only 6 songs since the first is just a cinematic intro, and all the others don't waste time and just get straight to the point. If anything I was more worried about whether there's quite enough breathing room.
How about a 13 to make me happy?
As much as I'd love to make you happy....it's not 13.
Steady Eddie?
How about a 13 to make me happy?
As much as I'd love to make you happy....it's not 13.
Steady Eddie?
Yes.
You are aware what solid means aren't you??
If you're averaging individual track scores then I assume you'll exclude things like intro tracks?
Intense and gripping was not what I expected for an ep that has a tenacious d song :lol
Lmao, you know I completely forgot that movie snip was at the end of the song.
Soupytwist
Fave: Cain's Offering
Least: Serenity
Soupytwist
Fave: Cain's Offering
Least: Serenity
I'm not surprised at Serenity being the least as it was a very quick substitution, with more time I'd have gone back and listened to a couple of their more recent albums, which I think would have been more your thing.
Basically, for each Final Exam, I score each song using my standard scoring. Then, the Final Exam grade will be the average of however many songs.
Basically, for each Final Exam, I score each song using my standard scoring. Then, the Final Exam grade will be the average of however many songs.
Now see, this is interesting. So you give equal weight to each song regardless of length? In my case your favorite of mine is over 5 minutes, whereas your least favorite is only two. But I could see other entries having even greater disparities.
Basically, for each Final Exam, I score each song using my standard scoring. Then, the Final Exam grade will be the average of however many songs.
Now see, this is interesting. So you give equal weight to each song regardless of length? In my case your favorite of mine is over 5 minutes, whereas your least favorite is only two. But I could see other entries having even greater disparities.
Yeah, when I included Anathema’s Destiny as the closer, I did it mostly because it felt like a brief concluding piece that fit with the somber theme of the EP. Not that there is a theme “proper” but, you know, the general feel…
Now I see that, given the EP was to be intended more strictly as a collection of songs, maybe that wasn’t the best idea ;) and the faves/least faves list seems to confirm that :biggrin: as a stand-alone piece, maybe not the most striking…oh well…
Hmm, thought Ironbunny would scratch that same itch that Band Maid did...
The Mardelas track is solid though
You are aware what solid means aren't you??
It's probably better than wondering if he can live with the vocals!
You are aware what solid means aren't you??
It's probably better than wondering if he can live with the vocals!
Yet you sent him Ralf Scheepers. :lol
You are aware what solid means aren't you??
It's probably better than wondering if he can live with the vocals!
Yet you sent him Ralf Scheepers. :lol
You are aware what solid means aren't you??
It's probably better than wondering if he can live with the vocals!
Yet you sent him Ralf Scheepers. :lol
You are aware what solid means aren't you??
It's probably better than wondering if he can live with the vocals!
Yet you sent him Ralf Scheepers. :lol
Also, shouldn't you be trash talking Litho or Rich? I'm not the one you should be worried about.
You are aware what solid means aren't you??
It's probably better than wondering if he can live with the vocals!
Yet you sent him Ralf Scheepers. :lol
Also, shouldn't you be trash talking Litho or Rich? I'm not the one you should be worried about.
You are aware what solid means aren't you??
It's probably better than wondering if he can live with the vocals!
Yet you sent him Ralf Scheepers. :lol
Also, shouldn't you be trash talking Litho or Rich? I'm not the one you should be worried about.
Wow would've thought you'd like Silver Lake the least out of the bunch. I'm glad you like the EP as a whole, it seems :tup
Jamesman
Fave: Avenged Sevenfold
Least: Au4
You are aware what solid means aren't you??
It's probably better than wondering if he can live with the vocals!
Yet you sent him Ralf Scheepers. :lol
Also, shouldn't you be trash talking Litho or Rich? I'm not the one you should be worried about.You are aware what solid means aren't you??
It's probably better than wondering if he can live with the vocals!
Yet you sent him Ralf Scheepers. :lol
Also, shouldn't you be trash talking Litho or Rich? I'm not the one you should be worried about.
After those impressions, it's pretty clear what the apropos line is, again... :facepalm:
Congrats ariich! :rollin
TAC does tricky things sometimes to fuck with people. I'm hoping this is one of those times. :lol
I'll take anything you got
I'll take anything you got
That's what she said.
That's a weird looking stacker system.
That's a weird looking stacker system.Ah it seems he's not using the stacker for this round? If so this benefits you as it means a narrower range of scores.
That's a weird looking stacker system.Ah it seems he's not using the stacker for this round? If so this benefits you as it means a narrower range of scores.
EDIT: Ah never mind then!
Probably just him being a dick again though... ;D
Probably just him being a dick again though... ;D
-1 to his score, please. :P
I'll still curious about the straight addition/division scoring though. So theoretically someone could have sent a 2-minute song you'd score 0/10, and a 23-minute song you'd score 10/10, but their final score would then just be 5/10?Correct. Theoretically.
How did I do? I don't get it.....
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Crosby Stills Nash & Young-4 + 20 8.0
QuoteCrosby Stills Nash & Young-4 + 20 8.0
Tim, 4 + 20 is 24.0, not 8.0. :P
Cool… so my Mercenary submission was >8.1, and it wasn’t even your fave tune of mine.
Cool… so my Mercenary submission was >8.1, and it wasn’t even your fave tune of mine.
With all of you detectives, I'm expecting to wake up tomorrow and have the rest of the roulette solved. :lol
Cool… so my Mercenary submission was >8.1, and it wasn’t even your fave tune of mine.
With all of you detectives, I'm expecting to wake up tomorrow and have the rest of the roulette solved. :lol
The only solution is "congrats ariich"
Soupytwist: Geography
When Jingle.Boy and Wolfking unite
Orden Ogan-Gunman 7.8
Pretty easy on the ears, if unspectacular.
Serenity-Royal Pain 7.7
Same.
Dynazty-All The Devils Are Here 7.9
Same.
Cain’s Offering-I Will Build You A Rome 8.5
Yea, this is more like it. Great melodic lines in this.
Fellowship-Oak & Ash 8.2
This hits the spot all the way around.
So for this EP, it’s…solid. In a way, it’s kind of a blue balls leave me hanging experience. These songs really need just a bit more oomph. They’re all pretty safe and enjoyable though. The Cain’s Offering is the definite standout, and the Fellowship is a band that I’ve never heard of before, but I am definitely interested.
Soupy, thank you for being a TAC Roulette noob. I’m glad you jumped in. I have no idea what I’d send you if you ran a roulette though. Definitely a feeling out process here. Winkie was probably the coolest thing you sent, and you’re welcome any time.
Exam Grade...8.02
Final Grade...71.25
I forced the math round and made it pretty far, woo! Thanks for having me! Glad mewithoutYou stuck with you the most, and giving some of my favorite songs a listen.
Twosuitsluke: Current Events
This is like driving by an accident and covering your eyes, yet you still peak through your fingers.
Horrendous-Neon Leviathan 8.5
Underneath whatever you call these vocals lies a fucking wicked track.
Sulpher Aeon-Seven Crowns And Seven Seals 7.8
This creepy crawly creature of a song just about becomes a butterfly. Just about.
Stoned Jesus-Thoughts And Prayers 8.3
Really cool track that hit the spot after what came before it.
This Horrendous tune slaps. Once I could wrap my head around the whacked vocals, underneath is a pounding fucking thing. I want to check this out. Not sure if the vocals will ultimately be an obstacle. The Sulpher Aeon was like a split song for me. For the most part, it’s too brooding and the harsh vocals I don’t love. But in the final third, it really starts to bloom. Clean vocals, and a really nice outro solo. The Stoned Jesus doesn’t fit either song at all, but somehow it works. The groovy has a kind of haunting vibe to it, and it helps blend the song with what came before it.
Luke, I love having you in my roulettes. Your sense of humor really cracks me up.
I'm glad you liked the most of my EP :tup
That singer is not in Chaos Addict anymore, sadly. Actually, don't know where he is and if he sings at all. He was a finalist in the Croatian version of Idol in 2009. Most know of him here but probably don't know about his metal background.
Dino Jelusic (from Jelusick) will be one of the coaches in this year's The Voice in Croatia :biggrin: 3/4 coaches this year are (somewhat) rock singers :metal
The singer of Lalu IS Damian Wilson.
Wow... Seems I did fairly well on my final.
Congrats Ariich.
As a Brit, I don't know what a Valedictorian is.
Congrats Ariich.
As a Brit, I don't know what a Valedictorian is.
A Valedictorian is the one person in the class that has the highest grade point average.
Holy shit! Where do I start? First off, I think you did an amazing job at sending things that appeal to ME. If anyone wants to know what kind of MUSIC I like, they should listen to this EP. The Mardelas is marvelas..lol. What I think is incredible is that these young women in today’s scene have such a great ability to tap into some very classic metal elements, and are able to modernize them. It might be a little between verse noodle or a well timed rest note, or a harmonized outro, but it’s all just so classic, and it’s amazing that somehow female Japanese artists have taken the torch for this style of hard rock and metal.
Nick: Geography
This is a steady eddie EP. Maybe too steady eddie.
Amorphis- The Way 7.8
Pretty mundane track, but the solo spot was gorgeous.
Insomnium-One With The Dark 8.0
Cool atmosphere.
Darkest Era-A Path Made Of Roots 8.3
I really like this and am interested in more.
Lacuna Coil-When A Dead Man Walks 8.0
This is nice enough but this EP needed a killer in this spot.
Anathema-Destiny 7.5
This feels a bit anticlimactic.
Hmm..I have to say that since you were within striking distance of a win, I expected a stronger EP. This has a playing not to lose feel to it. Maybe you were thinking the Anathema would be a surprise find, but it just didn’t move me. The Darkest Era was the clear high point, especially following two pretty standard trecks, and the Lacuna Coil was kind of a let down after the Drakest era. I thought something that would build upon the Darkest Era was needed here.
Nick, that you so much for playing. I was really anticipating you joining, and while you did pretty good, I have much higher expectations of you next time.
Exam Grade…7.92
Final Grade...84.5
Congrats Ariich.
As a Brit, I don't know what a Valedictorian is.
A Valedictorian is the one person in the class that has the highest grade point average.
OK cool...
What's a grade point average?
I'm glad to see I came 6th overall in the EP ranking.
Even after the roulette ends, the education keeps on coming.
I do consistently well in TAC's roulettes. Consistently in the bottom ;D
Thanks Tim and thanks fellow classmates. Sworn was definitely a risk but knew it would be somewhat up your alley. I get what you mean about the first song but every other song is more like the other two and around 6-7 minutes long. Do check the full album. Probably should have sent the song Monumental instead but the album for me is the best of 2023. It's all a win.
I'll take it! Glad you liked all these. Definitely check out Horrendous, it's my second fave death metal release of the year. I appreciate what you said about Sulpher Aeon, and I kinda agree. I love the second half of the song and feel it's worth the wait. Lastly, Stoned Jesus. After the success of Witchcraft earlier in the roulette I had to shoehorn this in, as I feel its very similar.
Thanks Tim and thanks fellow classmates. Sworn was definitely a risk but knew it would be somewhat up your alley. I get what you mean about the first song but every other song is more like the other two and around 6-7 minutes long. Do check the full album. Probably should have sent the song Monumental instead but the album for me is the best of 2023. It's all a win.
I actually listened to the album this morning at work. Yes, Monumental is really good. I'm just glad you didn't send the last song.
I enjoy this style of music but it's not across the board. The Sworn just felt more musical, than say Uada or Mgla.
You mentioned above about Chad and I winning from playing safe. I'm really quite happy I took some risks in this one. Could have gone south as you say but did enough.
You mentioned above about Chad and I winning from playing safe. I'm really quite happy I took some risks in this one. Could have gone south as you say but did enough.
Yeah, I didn't mean it was your current method.
I'll take it! Glad you liked all these. Definitely check out Horrendous, it's my second fave death metal release of the year. I appreciate what you said about Sulpher Aeon, and I kinda agree. I love the second half of the song and feel it's worth the wait. Lastly, Stoned Jesus. After the success of Witchcraft earlier in the roulette I had to shoehorn this in, as I feel its very similar.
What's your favorite death metal of the year, Luke?
I'll take it! Glad you liked all these. Definitely check out Horrendous, it's my second fave death metal release of the year. I appreciate what you said about Sulpher Aeon, and I kinda agree. I love the second half of the song and feel it's worth the wait. Lastly, Stoned Jesus. After the success of Witchcraft earlier in the roulette I had to shoehorn this in, as I feel its very similar.
What's your favorite death metal of the year, Luke?
Currently Cattle Decapitation, but there are honestly lots of contenders. The new Stortregn is also climbing.
I'll take it! Glad you liked all these. Definitely check out Horrendous, it's my second fave death metal release of the year. I appreciate what you said about Sulpher Aeon, and I kinda agree. I love the second half of the song and feel it's worth the wait. Lastly, Stoned Jesus. After the success of Witchcraft earlier in the roulette I had to shoehorn this in, as I feel its very similar.
What's your favorite death metal of the year, Luke?
Currently Cattle Decapitation, but there are honestly lots of contenders. The new Stortregn is also climbing.
Just finished listening to the new album from Xoth (I wasn't too familiar with them, this is their third album)...it was quite the entertaining ride!
Congrats Kade! :metal
Other way round when it comes to Tim's roulettes - you're beating me 4-0! :lolCongrats Kade! :metal
Thanks Rich. An absolute honour to get one over the roulette king himself!
Other way round when it comes to Tim's roulettes - you're beating me 4-0! :lolCongrats Kade! :metal
Thanks Rich. An absolute honour to get one over the roulette king himself!
Congrats Kade!
Lithojazzosphere: Geography
I think you could’ve trimmed a little fat here.
Sister Sin-MMXII Not Rated
Opening Interlude.
Sister Sin-End Of The Line 8.0
Pretty straightforward and easy one the ears.
Morgana Lefay-Salute The Sage 8.2
Old school vibes are strong on this one.
Divinefire-King Of Kings 8.4
Big fan of Christian Liljegren.
Mokoma-Hiljaisuuden Julistaja 7.6
This was a big time miss.
Anibus Gate-Waking Hour 8.0
I like the song, but this band has to have had better material.
Collibus-End Of The Line 8.5
Really excellent song. You saved the best for last.
So believe it or not, this EP grew quite a bit on me over the listening period. The Sister Sin rocks big time. I love my music just like this. Her voice is ok, not sure of I love it. The line “I put the fuel to the fire tonight”..the tonight strikes a weird thing for me. The song is cool as shit though. I’ve never heard any Morgana Lefay, but this is great. Sounds like Metal Church big time. Divinefire is really good, but the Mokoma, I wish you’d left off. The vocals are awful, though underneath it does crank. TheAnibus Gate is pretty standard, but the Collibus has me completely interested.
You did quite well zeroing in on my base heavy metal core. Wolfking does the same and you can see how well it serves him. The fact that you made this so tight for the entire roulette, you should be happy with. I know I’m impressed. You have a very perceptive and almost an almost savant like insight. It’s really great having you in my roulettes now, and look forward to more.
Exam Grade…8.12
Final Grade...87.5
What a shocker, Chad and Kade are on top.
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Same top 3 as last time, let's work on rearranging the order, shall we? :biggrin:
The two I was the most nervous about were Sister Sin and Mokoma. If I'd listened to Puppies (though I'd already sent it by then) I'd have cut Sister Sin, so I'm glad to have ignored him. :p
The two I was the most nervous about were Sister Sin and Mokoma. If I'd listened to Puppies (though I'd already sent it by then) I'd have cut Sister Sin, so I'm glad to have ignored him. :p
I didn't really know some of you guys ran roulette submissions past each other, is that a common thing?
Josh, the Mokoma had some really strange vocals. Almost Mongolian or something. I think the music was decent enough, but it was really buried under the vocals. They were really distracting.
I'll write more maybe about my EP tomorrow. I just saw Dead Letters live tonight and it ruled. It's really heavy live too; I think you'd enjoy it in that setting.
Reaper: Social Studies
I think this is probably the finest constructed EP, if we were doing an actual EP round. The has a beautiful flow, and the story/feel/emotion is gripping. There’s no way I can jack up the points for each individual song but you’ll just have to settle for glowing praise. Running through the songs, I think that maybe Thrice are not for me. The Tenacious D cracked me up, but it’s perfect. The Nova Collective is really cool. I’d like to follow up with them. The General was such a great and unexpected tune. I’ve not heard that Dire Straits tune =either, but ending with the three songs you did gave it a stunning finish.
Thanks TAC! I enjoyed this! And congrats to Wolfman for the win! I also want to say :heart for Tim's Father!!!!!!
Let me pile on the Dad-TAC love and inspiration. As I told Tim at the outset, I wasn't in a good place when this launched, and honestly wasn't even going to play. It was the Dad factor that got me in here - both my parents were teachers, and I'd lost my dad a few years back, so the inspiration of this roulette got me in the feels just a bit.
Lethean: Geography
Parts of this were cool, and parts of this were…not.
Arcturis-The Arcturian Sign 8.2
This is a cool song with lots jammed into it.
Arcturis-Angst 7.4
This one made me angsty.
Arcturis-The Chaos Path 7.7
I didn’t hate it, but I didn’t love it either.
Katatonia-Dead Letters 8.0
Alright alright. I gave you an 8!
Arcturus-Hufsa 8.0
That is one serious guitar solo. Holy shit!
So I’m not sure I love this Arcturus band, though there’s definitely something there. The Arcturian Sign is easily the best of the bunch, even if some of it is a bit distracting. Angst and The Chaos Path are not going to be very convincing though. Dead Letters is saved by its relative heaviness and instrumental passages. Hufsa started out a bit rough, but geez, does it end strong.
Thank you once again for playing. Not totally sure where we meet, but you’ve given me the inspiration to really give Angra a serious look. Pretty sure I’ve said that after every roulette that I’ve been sent Angra. But I mean it this time… lol
Score…7.86
Final Grade...75.25