Music Thread v.1.5(POST YOUR TUNES!)

[ShocksMyBrain 9,364]

RIP, my fellow Volunteer State friend.

 

[McLoofus 35,182]

On 1/29/2016 at 2:45 PM, telling tiger said:

Until you commit to Finnish Folk Metal.....I question your sincerity.....

Lol. His first post in this thread. 

And his fourth:

On 1/29/2016 at 3:16 PM, telling tiger said:

That isn't bad, Selias, all things considered.....not a genre I spend much time with...

First to defend its' right of expression, though...

 

[McLoofus 35,182]

 

[Barnacle 9,064]

Loof, I'm embarrassed to say this, but until you compared a Jason Isbell song to a Bell's Two Hearted Ale, I hadn't ever taken the time to listen to him. In short, thanks. I've been going through some of his stuff while working since yesterday afternoon, and I've been enjoying it. It just got me thinking. 

Something that sucks about law school (and driving an 07 Honda Accord without an aux port), is that I rarely have time to listen to music anymore, at least not as one properly should. When I was in high school and college, I spent a lot of time around friends and other people who shared a passion for music. Music, for me, especially during the more chaotic years of my late teens and early 20s was a compelling and curative escape from all the things that made me feel lost, or angry, or sad. I very ardently sought it out. Especially as a teenager, music and the culture surrounding it was like a new frontier that I was getting to explore for the first time. Many of my favorite memories, places, experiences and relationships are watermarked by music. In college, living in North Mississippi made it even more interesting. I took it for granted then, but good gracious, we were spoiled by the access we had to touring acts and phenomenal local talent. The same can't be said for Huntsville, Alabama, unfortunately. But, I'm hoping that will change soon. 

So, music, as much as it was a deep and meaningful aspect of my life in my late teens and early 20s, hasn't been the same thing for me in my mid-late 20s. I surmise that some of that has to do with getting out of a college town and into a place without much of a music scene; some of it is environmental. Then, once I started pursuing the woman who would become my wife, I was trying to consciously change some of my habits. I'm talking about the kinds of habits that frequent auditorium lots during the twilight hours, before the house lights dim down. Unfortunately for me, and more significantly for the people I was around, the two went hand in hand. 

At this point, I've made other aspects of life a priorities. And, that's cool. But, I've definitely lost touch with what's been happening in the past 4-5 years, within the circles of music that I enjoy. That bothers me, because that's a conversation that I enjoy having. It also bothers me, because I genuinely love music. So, I don't know why I just typed all that but, thinking through it all, and reading about TT this morning, it kind of made me want to spend more time around here, and that's really what I wanted to say. 

[McLoofus 35,182]

1 hour ago, Barnacle said:

Loof, I'm embarrassed to say this, but until you compared a Jason Isbell song to a Bell's Two Hearted Ale, I hadn't ever taken the time to listen to him. In short, thanks. I've been going through some of his stuff while working since yesterday afternoon, and I've been enjoying it. It just got me thinking. 

Something that sucks about law school (and driving an 07 Honda Accord without an aux port), is that I rarely have time to listen to music anymore, at least not as one properly should. When I was in high school and college, I spent a lot of time around friends and other people who shared a passion for music. Music, for me, especially during the more chaotic years of my late teens and early 20s was a compelling and curative escape from all the things that made me feel lost, or angry, or sad. I very ardently sought it out. Especially as a teenager, music and the culture surrounding it was like a new frontier that I was getting to explore for the first time. Many of my favorite memories, places, experiences and relationships are watermarked by music. In college, living in North Mississippi made it even more interesting. I took it for granted then, but good gracious, we were spoiled by the access we had to touring acts and phenomenal local talent. The same can't be said for Huntsville, Alabama, unfortunately. But, I'm hoping that will change soon. 

So, music, as much as it was a deep and meaningful aspect of my life in my late teens and early 20s, hasn't been the same thing for me in my mid-late 20s. I surmise that some of that has to do with getting out of a college town and into a place without much of a music scene; some of it is environmental. Then, once I started pursuing the woman who would become my wife, I was trying to consciously change some of my habits. I'm talking about the kinds of habits that frequent auditorium lots during the twilight hours, before the house lights dim down. Unfortunately for me, and more significantly for the people I was around, the two went hand in hand. 

At this point, I've made other aspects of life a priorities. And, that's cool. But, I've definitely lost touch with what's been happening in the past 4-5 years, within the circles of music that I enjoy. That bothers me, because that's a conversation that I enjoy having. It also bothers me, because I genuinely love music. So, I don't know why I just typed all that but, thinking through it all, and reading about TT this morning, it kind of made me want to spend more time around here, and that's really what I wanted to say. 

Gonna have to spend some time on a fitting response when I can, but you take so many words out of my mouth with this. SO many. Wow. Well said. 

Edit: I live in Atlanta. While there isn't a huge local music scene a la New Orleans, or Nashville, or Memphis, or New York, or... there is *always* a band to see because *everyone* comes through here. And I never see any of them anymore. There are 2 great little music halls in my neighborhood, but guess what? The opening bands don't start til 9. There's almost always at least 3 bands on the bill. The band that I came to see never starts before 10:30 or 11:00. And it seems like they're almost always on a weeknight. Even if they aren't, I'm $60 into a babysitter and my Saturday/Sunday is wrecked just to be out long enough to see them. Now, we've gotten to a couple bucket list concerts- namely Jack White and Jason Isbell at the Fox (on different nights- can't recommend either enough)- but there's a lot more to it than just buying the tickets and making the time.

And, boy howdy, that last part. Making the time. Like you said, there's other stuff in life. You're a student, I'm a dad, we're both married- which means more family obligations than just your own, usually- hobbies, sports, the joys of home ownership in my case at least, normal social obligations... and, yeah, the expense of the freaking tickets themselves, not to mention venue concession prices and Uber/Lyft...

BUT... that's just live music. When it comes to keeping up with the new hotness, the internet seriously levels the playing field. Other than this thread, you can check out things like NPR Music (I get a regular email of stuff they've been listening to) and Paste Magazine (I follow them on twitter). Both are constantly uncovering or following really interesting artists. All due respect to, say, Arianna Grande, but that's not the crowd they're targeting. 

But this thread is a great place, too. I've gotten turned on to great music in here and also have just had great conversations and gotten away from some of the insanity elsewhere. 

I don't really know what my point is. Love that you're wanting to focus back on music more. I need to, also. 

Edited June 15, 2017 by McLoofus

[AUld fAUx@ 2,584]

18 hours ago, SaltyTiger said:

my favorite

 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a37bBm8pXSk

For many reasons. this one's mine. Must admit that the sound system here is much better than anything I ever heard in church. Also (as some might find apparent), when we sang it as a family quartet, we put more seventh chords into it.

 

[AUld fAUx@ 2,584]

18 hours ago, ShocksMyBrain said:

Just going to refer people to this thread(it's not political despite the forum it's in). 

If you've been around here in this thread, he had an extensive knowledge of music and loved the discussion, as well as introducing many of us to new or unheard tunes. 

Cannot like. In fact sort'a downright resent it? I promised myself some time ago I'd never again wade into that forum with 10-ft stilts. Last I saw, they seem to be handling this item rather decently, however.

Hate the message, and many thanks messenger.

[augolf1716 21,130]

6 hours ago, McLoofus said:

Gonna have to spend some time on a fitting response when I can, but you take so many words out of my mouth with this. SO many. Wow. Well said. 

Edit: I live in Atlanta. While there isn't a huge local music scene a la New Orleans, or Nashville, or Memphis, or New York, or... there is *always* a band to see because *everyone* comes through here. And I never see any of them anymore. There are 2 great little music halls in my neighborhood, but guess what? The opening bands don't start til 9. There's almost always at least 3 bands on the bill. The band that I came to see never starts before 10:30 or 11:00. And it seems like they're almost always on a weeknight. Even if they aren't, I'm $60 into a babysitter and my Saturday/Sunday is wrecked just to be out long enough to see them. Now, we've gotten to a couple bucket list concerts- namely Jack White and Jason Isbell at the Fox (on different nights- can't recommend either enough)- but there's a lot more to it than just buying the tickets and making the time.

And, boy howdy, that last part. Making the time. Like you said, there's other stuff in life. You're a student, I'm a dad, we're both married- which means more family obligations than just your own, usually- hobbies, sports, the joys of home ownership in my case at least, normal social obligations... and, yeah, the expense of the freaking tickets themselves, not to mention venue concession prices and Uber/Lyft...

BUT... that's just live music. When it comes to keeping up with the new hotness, the internet seriously levels the playing field. Other than this thread, you can check out things like NPR Music (I get a regular email of stuff they've been listening to) and Paste Magazine (I follow them on twitter). Both are constantly uncovering or following really interesting artists. All due respect to, say, Arianna Grande, but that's not the crowd they're targeting. 

But this thread is a great place, too. I've gotten turned on to great music in here and also have just had great conversations and gotten away from some of the insanity elsewhere. 

I don't really know what my point is. Love that you're wanting to focus back on music more. I need to, also. 

You two sound like a couple of old farts hell I didn't get married until I was 37. I say that with peace and love

[McLoofus 35,182]

39 minutes ago, augolf1716 said:

You two sound like a couple of old farts hell I didn't get married until I was 37. I say that with peace and love

37- me too

 

[augolf1716 21,130]

8 minutes ago, McLoofus said:

37- me too

 

Really your smarter then I thought loof . It was the wife second my first of course Not sure your aware but the wife is from West By God Va. and related to the Hatfield clan of the Hatfields and McCoys feud. 

[McLoofus 35,182]

47 minutes ago, augolf1716 said:

Really your smarter then I thought loof . It was the wife second my first of course Not sure your aware but the wife is from West By God Va. and related to the Hatfield clan of the Hatfields and McCoys feud. 

No kidding? I remember now that you had people up there because of the conversation after the storm but didn't know that. So who started it? I guess I know her answer.

[augolf1716 21,130]

5 minutes ago, McLoofus said:

No kidding? I remember now that you had people up there because of the conversation after the storm but didn't know that. So who started it? I guess I know her answer.

Well the Hatfield's were the winners Devil Anse Hatfield saw to that as for who started no one can take really be sure. You've more then likely told me but where do you live in Atl. We lived there 3 separate times

[McLoofus 35,182]

5 minutes ago, augolf1716 said:

Well the Hatfield's were the winners Devil Anse Hatfield saw to that as for who started no one can take really be sure 

I guess I asked the wrong question lol

[augolf1716 21,130]

Back to music two of the top 5 beginnings of a song.....which is the best

 

[SaltyTiger 7,798]

2 hours ago, augolf1716 said:

You two sound like a couple of old farts hell I didn't get married until I was 37. I say that with peace and love

 

2 hours ago, McLoofus said:

37- me too

 

Wow 37!! I made it until only 28. Had a herd of women chasing me......guess I picked the right one. She has kept me for 35 years

Edited June 16, 2017 by SaltyTiger

[augolf1716 21,130]

4 minutes ago, SaltyTiger said:

 

Wow 37!! I made it until only 28. Had a herd of women chasing me......guess I picked the right one. She has kept me for 35 years

was this one of them salty

[SaltyTiger 7,798]

3 minutes ago, augolf1716 said:

was this one of them salty

well, uh....................pretty..... bet she likes fried chicken and I love fried chicken.

[SaltyTiger 7,798]

 

[ShocksMyBrain 9,364]

38 minutes ago, augolf1716 said:

Back to music two of the top 5 beginnings of a song.....which is the best

 

Smoke on the Water is iconic, so that one. I think everyone has learned how to play that intro on the guitar. 

Edited June 16, 2017 by ShocksMyBrain

[augolf1716 21,130]

1 minute ago, ShocksMyBrain said:

Deep Purple is iconic, so that one. 

I'm sure you know the meaning of the song but just in case you or others don't

• This song took inspiration from a fire in the Casino at Montreux, Switzerland on December 4, 1971. The band was going to record their Machine Head album there right after a Frank Zappa concert, but someone fired a flare gun at the ceiling during Zappa's show, which set the place on fire.
  
  Deep Purple was in the audience for the show, and lead singer Ian Gillan recalls two flares being shot by someone sitting behind him which landed in the top corner of the building and quickly set it ablaze. Zappa stopped the show and helped ensure an orderly exit. Deep Purple watched the blaze from a nearby restaurant, and when the fire died down, a layer of smoke had covered Lake Geneva, which the casino overlooked. This image gave bass player Roger Glover the idea for a song title: "Smoke On The Water," and Gillan wrote the lyric about their saga recording the Machine Head album. 
  
  The band was relocated to the Grand Hotel in Montreux, where they recorded the album using the Rolling Stones mobile studio. They needed one more song, so they put together "Smoke On The Water" using Gillan's lyric and riff the guitarist Ritchie Blackmore came up with. The result was a song telling the story of these strange events just days after they happened - the recording sessions took place from December 6-21.
• Frank Zappa, who is mentioned in the lyrics, lost all his equipment in the fire. He then broke his leg a few days later when a fan pulled him into the crowd at a show in England. This prompted Ian Gillan to say "Break a leg, Frank," into the microphone after recording this for a BBC special in 1972.

[SaltyTiger 7,798]

38 minutes ago, augolf1716 said:

Back to music two of the top 5 beginnings of a song.....which is the best

 

Agree with Shocks on the beginning but never a Deep Purple fan. Maybe a bit heavy. Of course I was never a music guru but really started to enjoy again a few years ago with good reason.

[McLoofus 35,182]

Per usual, too many posts to click Like on all of them. 

Enter Sandman for me, even though that album was the beginning of the end for my relationship with Metallica. There are a few examples of absolutely perfect rock riffs, and that is one of them. 

[SaltyTiger 7,798]

19 minutes ago, McLoofus said:

Per usual, too many posts to click Like on all of them. 

Enter Sandman for me, even though that album was the beginning of the end for my relationship with Metallica. There are a few examples of absolutely perfect rock riffs, and that is one of them. 

 

[augolf1716 21,130]

15 minutes ago, SaltyTiger said:

 

Haven't heard that in many a year

[Tiger Refuge 6,663]

Y'all are killing it tonight. Metallica? Don't get me started. I had a mullet at one point...

 

This song is college for me.