How did you end up here?

Rhett Miller

Joined: November 15, 2001 at 06:01 AM UTC

Posts: 17762

Re: How did you end up here? May 27, 2004 at 01:05 PM UTC #

I think there are other options to Bush, Saddam, or Osama. It's a sad day when there's not.

Originally posted by Rob_Gee_a.k.a _Guiny:

Originally posted by Barcelona:
Don't remember. However, I know what keeps me now on this board. I am amazed how defensive and conservative Americans have become over the last two years. Many people on this board seem to defend Bush despite all the lies and crap. It's interesting to see how patriotic americans have become now that all the world thinks the US government is just a bunch of arrogant liars.
Yeah America really sux, I guess we should just pack up and run like pussies whenever something bad happens to our country. Sorry about supporting our president, maybe we should support Sadaam or Osama instead, what are us stupid Americans thinking?

skeeter

Joined: May 29, 2003 at 05:01 AM UTC

Posts: 4011

Re: How did you end up here? May 27, 2004 at 01:30 PM UTC #

I actually signed on a couple years ago under a different name. I think I wanted to ask a question about some upcoming show - I forget. I came back several months later, looking for info and opinions on local bands. I ended up also learning about lots of national/international bands I never would have heard of otherwise. You can read all the magazines you want, but nothing beats an honest review from a regular music fan.

My concert attendance has gone up dramatically since coming here. I used to think I went to a lot of shows - usually around 15-20/year. In the last 12 months I've been to almost 50.

It's just fun being around people that are fellow music freaks, whether you always agree with them or not.

Rhett Miller

Joined: November 15, 2001 at 06:01 AM UTC

Posts: 17762

Re: How did you end up here? May 27, 2004 at 01:32 PM UTC #

So what is the usual description of a 9:30 boarder, and why don't I fit it? :eek:

Originally posted by nkotbie:
Since there are quite of few people on here that don't seem to fit the usual description of what a 9:30 boarder seems to be (Rhett, Dupek, Mankie, etc.), I was wondering what brought everyone to this particular forum.

Personally, I wanted to see if anyone had anything interesting to say after the disasterous Murder City Devils set here a few years ago. Sure enough, they did, and I was hooked. How about the rest of you?

brennser

Joined: October 21, 2002 at 05:01 AM UTC

Posts: 3760

Re: How did you end up here? May 27, 2004 at 01:46 PM UTC #

same as many of the others - came for the music - I actually registered ages ago and never read ot posted, then started reading around the time of the 'big' blow up and was scared to post and finally started posting late last year

politics and bitching aside the board is great - I have met some nice people and listened to a ton of new music I would never have listened to and see some great bands I would never have seen

ggw

Joined: December 16, 2001 at 06:01 AM UTC

Posts: 14237

Re: How did you end up here? May 27, 2004 at 01:47 PM UTC #

I ended here while looking for upcoming shows. I think it was right after a site redesign that made the Forum more apparent.

nkotb

Joined: August 15, 2001 at 05:01 AM UTC

Posts: 6500

Re: How did you end up here? May 27, 2004 at 01:49 PM UTC #

I actually meant it in all positive terms. It just seems that most folks here fall into one of two categories; the Brit-Pop folks and the Indie Rock folks. Obviously it's a sliding scale and doesn't necessarily mean that you only listen to that type of music, but it's pretty clear cut.

It doesn't necessarily mean we all like the same music, but for the most part, it wouldn't be too hard on this board to name a band and easily guess who likes or does not like them. Please, before anyone feels the need to defend themselves, I'm speaking in super generic terms here. No need to point out all the various sub-sub-sub genres that you all love.

But some of you (Mankie, Rhett, and Dupek, for example), don't fall into those easily-definable categories. Personally, even though it can be frustrating watching you post yet another cynical rant against bands just to get a rise, for the most part, it's rather refreshing.

And that is one of my personal favorite parts of this board; hearing new opinions, especially on music. Kind what makes all of the posts about sports, politics and ticket service charges worht it ;)

Originally posted by Rhett Miller:
So what is the usual description of a 9:30 boarder, and why don't I fit it? :eek:

Originally posted by nkotbie:
Since there are quite of few people on here that don't seem to fit the usual description of what a 9:30 boarder seems to be (Rhett, Dupek, Mankie, etc.), I was wondering what brought everyone to this particular forum.

Personally, I wanted to see if anyone had anything interesting to say after the disasterous Murder City Devils set here a few years ago. Sure enough, they did, and I was hooked. How about the rest of you?

Rhett Miller

Joined: November 15, 2001 at 06:01 AM UTC

Posts: 17762

Re: How did you end up here? May 27, 2004 at 01:57 PM UTC #

I was a Brit pop fan in the 80's, and have liked certain indie stuff dating back that far as well. I still lidten to both of those genres (not that you can really lump things together like that), but probably am more picky in nature than back in the 80's and 90's. So liking those genres predated my current love of Americana, of which I tend to be picky too.

godsshoeshine

Joined: September 18, 2003 at 05:01 AM UTC

Posts: 4826

Re: How did you end up here? May 27, 2004 at 01:58 PM UTC #

i was really stressed about a second built to spill show a few months back

chaz

Joined: December 09, 2002 at 06:01 AM UTC

Posts: 5111

Re: How did you end up here? May 27, 2004 at 02:00 PM UTC #

Probably showed up for info on a show I was going to at the club, but I can't really remember.

I stayed for the drama. And to avoid doing actual work while I'm at work.

I'm looking for a new job so my internet wanking time will probably be signifigantly decreased soon. I've got a 2nd interview with a company today. Wish me luck!

nkotb

Joined: August 15, 2001 at 05:01 AM UTC

Posts: 6500

Re: How did you end up here? May 27, 2004 at 02:07 PM UTC #

Yeah, I didn't want it to seem like I was generalizing too much, but it's hard to put into words, mostly because it is impossible to lump genres together. It just seems to me that you three don't fit the typical demographic around here, which is a plus in my book.

I never would've thought of listening to anything labeled country had you not gone on about some of the bands you liked. Now, I'm kicking myself for not giving some of this a try in the past. I can't think specifically of anything that Dupek or Mankie discussed that turned me onto new music, but I definitely love hearing their opinions on the topics, and seeing what they're listening to that I've never heard before.

It's nice and easy to discuss a band we all like, but I'd hate to fall into the trap of being so elitist about music. The fact that some of you bring a different opinion to the table is pretty great.

Originally posted by Rhett Miller:
I was a Brit pop fan in the 80's, and have liked certain indie stuff dating back that far as well. I still lidten to both of those genres (not that you can really lump things together like that), but probably am more picky in nature than back in the 80's and 90's. So liking those genres predated my current love of Americana, of which I tend to be picky too.

Venerable Bede

Joined: October 16, 2001 at 05:01 AM UTC

Posts: 3863

Re: How did you end up here? May 27, 2004 at 02:19 PM UTC #

i got here for much the same reason as ggw's. . .there was a link on the web page all of a sudden, i came to visit and i haven't left.

jkeisenh

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Re: How did you end up here? May 27, 2004 at 02:39 PM UTC #

hmm… i lurked quite a bit, started posting when the Belle and Sebastian fiasco went down (one show… no, two! no, one!) mostly i came here and stayed when the craigslist R&R got so out-of-hand stoopid that it made my head hurt.

brennser

Joined: October 21, 2002 at 05:01 AM UTC

Posts: 3760

Re: How did you end up here? May 27, 2004 at 02:42 PM UTC #

not so much a "how did you end up here" but more of a "where have markie and lulu gone"??

severe carpal tunnel syndrome sets in after 10,000 posts?? (watch out Rhett!!)

impending biotech IPO millionairedom so they're trying to distance themselves from the filthy masses??

Sir HC

Joined: August 31, 2001 at 05:01 AM UTC

Posts: 4059

Re: How did you end up here? May 27, 2004 at 02:43 PM UTC #

I had heard from staph that there were some people venting about the sound at a couple shows that I was working and had to explain why they couldn't hear and why the club was not responsible (one IIRC was a show where all the gear was the band's so the club just provided a structure to put it all in).

Stayed for the music.

El Tee

Joined: October 09, 2003 at 05:01 AM UTC

Posts: 3809

Re: How did you end up here? May 27, 2004 at 02:56 PM UTC #

Originally posted by Skeeter:
I actually signed on a couple years ago under a different name.

me too. signed up again last fall.

mankie

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Re: How did you end up here? May 27, 2004 at 04:04 PM UTC #

I was hoping to hook up with some young indie-chick and woo her knickers off with my mancunian accent, but soon realized it doesn't come over too well via a keyboard!

Seriously, I really am a huge music fan so signed up for that reason….I initially registered to respond to a comment someone made about a show, I was defending the artist.

I don't care too much for most of the bands that are talked about on here which is why I rarely get involved in those discussions….I do take mental notes on them and go check them out at B&N where you can listen to a snippet of each track, but very few have impressed me.

At this point, the board has just become a nasty habit I can't kick.

sonickteam2

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Re: How did you end up here? May 27, 2004 at 04:50 PM UTC #

Originally posted by Sugartastic Tee Silk:
Oh, and sonick. Yeah, that's it. ;)

lol. I'll disregard your later post denying our internet love escapade.

I came here because, I was drunk. its how i have gotten into most of my current situations. job, girlfriend, car accidents, you know.

sonickteam2

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Re: How did you end up here? May 27, 2004 at 04:52 PM UTC #

Originally posted by Rob_Gee_a.k.a _Guiny:

Originally posted by Barcelona:
Don't remember. However, I know what keeps me now on this board. I am amazed how defensive and conservative Americans have become over the last two years. Many people on this board seem to defend Bush despite all the lies and crap. It's interesting to see how patriotic americans have become now that all the world thinks the US government is just a bunch of arrogant liars.
Yeah America really sux, I guess we should just pack up and run like pussies whenever something bad happens to our country. Sorry about supporting our president, maybe we should support Sadaam or Osama instead, what are us stupid Americans thinking?

did you have a gun under your shoulder and an American flag between your teeth when you typed all that?

mankie

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Re: How did you end up here? May 27, 2004 at 05:11 PM UTC #

Originally posted by Rob_Gee_a.k.a _Guiny:

Yeah America really sux, I guess we should just pack up and run like pussies whenever something bad happens to our country. Sorry about supporting our president, maybe we should support Sadaam or Osama instead, what are us stupid Americans thinking?
USA USA USA USA!!!! WOOOOOOO-HOOOO

Lets rally round Bush like the Germans rallyed round Hitler!

walkman

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Re: How did you end up here? May 27, 2004 at 05:17 PM UTC #

I joined for Lulu