I Can't Make Up My Fucking Mind (785 hits)
Category: Sound & MusicRating: 1.15 on 31 reviews (Rate this item) (V)
Submitted by VeniVidiViciousriffs<Viciousriffs.at.gmail.com> (View user info) at 2005-08-16 03:05:48 EDT
For the 2.7 of you who possibly give a flying fuck, I wanted to extend an apology for my absence recently. I'm working two jobs right now, have decided to quit smoking and get back into a disciplined exercise regimen/diet, and spending my "free time" attending band practice, writing new material, and looking for a new place to move.
This move is causing a lot of problems for 3 out of the 4 band members involved. I will be removed from my family and friends, along with a decent work environment. (I am working for a scribe service, along with some part-time delivery, and the scribe job seems like it will end up doing good things for me in the long run, if I stick it out.) My drummer is only 19, and still closely tied to his parents, and seems afraid to leave the area because of people and school. Yet another problem, my drummer and guitarist are both attending University of Florida at the moment. I work with my guitarist at the scribe job, and my bassist at the delivery job.
You would think that we have a decent set-up and should work with what we have, right? Seems like we're insatiable to me, but what we have isn't enough right now. The music scene in this town is nothing but garbage (and trust me, it's BAD) screamo/indie/gheypunk nonsense. Not a single musician in the area that I would consider truly talented, other than these 3 guys.
In comes the dilemma. We have narrowed (at least temporarily) our choices down to Raleigh and Orlando. Our bassist claims that the music scene in Raleigh is absolutely sweet, while I think that the Orlando area will benefit us more. It appears that, among the four of us, the benefit will be divvied up evenly, regardless of if we end up in Orlando or Raleigh.
This is where you all come in. I'm wondering if there are any Uberites who know anything about the insides of either of these scenes. We've been deliberating about this problem for quite a while now, and no real resolution has been reached. The move will be made when our current lease is up, at the end of October. Any information you can impart would be very useful.
One last thing- for those of you that I haven't had a chance to talk to about the show yet, it went really well. For the environment especially, we got excellent crowd response, and a lot of positive feedback. People are calling us the greatest band ever. My bassist got more acclaim than I have ever seen a musician get after a show. There is nothing better than being surrounded by intelligent people who love quality and effort in music. These guys are the best, and I'm very excited about what's to come.
I'll be sure to come back by here when we have our tour information available and post it all. Thanks for your input, Uber, and any help you may be able to offer in the resolution of this problem.
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Submitted by Merlina (user info) at 2005-09-30 09:58:46 EDT (#)
Ranking: 2
I give a flying fuck..
Submitted by Professional_Peon (user info) at 2005-08-19 14:03:47 EDT (#)
Ranking: 2
Submitted by Viciousriffs (user info) at 2005-08-18 16:42:53 (#)
Ranking: 2
Your vulva tastes like green olives and bay leaves.
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What the fuck are bay leaves??
Anywho, can't help you on the whole move thing. I'm outside Philly and depending on your taste in music, it can be a pretty happening city.
Submitted by knucklesnelson (user info) at 2005-08-16 23:25:09 EDT (#)
Ranking: 2
Sorry cant help you, but here take this +2 as compensation.
Submitted by Crystle (user info) at 2005-08-16 18:56:13 EDT (#)
Ranking: 2
without reading any of the reviews (meaning I'll probably duplicate someone else's words of wisdom) Move to the place that is most adventagous for the band. Which ever city is WORST in terms of current musical offerings. It gives your band an instant edge, and of course, there won't be as much decent competition which will lead to more paying gigs sooner.
As for which of the two that is - I dunno. I heard some nice guitar in Orlando, though...
And, um, if you ever need a back-up singer....
Submitted by Viciousriffs (user info) at 2005-08-16 18:41:41 EDT (#)
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Williamson-
We will be completing 2 tracks within the next few weeks. Once all copyright issues are resolved, I will be more than happy to post either or both of these songs.
Berty-
I am going to get conceited for a moment. The only current band that is anywhere near the level we are playing at is Tool. Honestly, we're better- not much, but enough. I'm sure this comment is going to get me flamed for being a cocky prick, but if I didn't believe us to be the very best, I don't think we would have reason to persist. We are bringing something truly provocative and original, something that actually brings an air of effort into the casual and pathetic scene that currently owns the fans and airwaves.
This music, what we are together, is the culmination of my life's work and dreams. Just because it hasn't been making me sick money, doesn't necessarily mean that I haven't invested effort or time into it. It's the greatest thing in the world to me, and the opportunity to take it further is more than enough inspiration to urge me to persist.
Yeah, there are a lot of other kids out there "playing music", but few of them truly have a desire to let that be their career, to spend their life getting better at it, perfecting it. Bands out there with a true talent are almost nonexistant, primarily because they don't understand music theory and don't drive do be any better. And John Lennon was a wanker.
Tool is only an "awesome" band because of Danny Carey. Without him, they'd just be another rock band. Chancellor is NOTHING special to speak about, Maynard is painfully overrated, and Adam Jones is a slightly better than mediocre guitarist. Danny Carey makes them.
BAMF- If this all goes as planned, it will give me the opportunity to obtain custody of my son. The best thing I can do for him is offer him a solid environment, and I can't do it right now. I have reason to believe this will change all of that.
ETS- You're right about Orlando and the metal scene. There is a lot of that style happening in the area, but I don't really have the voice for it, and our drummer is more of a punk style than anything else- thing Travis Barker with a lot of pent up aggression. One thing's definite, we don't sound like anyone else. I've never seen a bass player (except for Wooten) do anything RESEMBLING what our bassist does. We are leaning toward moving to Raleigh, rather than staying in the Orlando area, but we would rather have something a bit more concrete. Seems like we would have all needs met in Raleigh as well, with 60 different venues seeking our attentions. This is a hard choice...
Have at it.
Submitted by Xcuses (user info) at 2005-08-16 17:18:30 EDT (#)
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You said you'd be back in a few hrs at 1pm....I've been waiting the entire time
tick toc
tick toc
Submitted by munkeypants (user info) at 2005-08-16 15:48:41 EDT (#)
Ranking: 2
That's a gorgeous picture.
I have no idea so I can't give advice. Sorry sweetie.
Submitted by kaos-king (user info) at 2005-08-16 13:55:28 EDT (#)
Ranking: 1
"As for style, it's hard to describe... we are a collective culmination of grunge, progressive, metal, punk, classical and bluegrass. Most would say we sound like a halfway point between Tool and Pink Floyd."
...This I would like to hear. If you actuallt pull it off, that would be some awesome music.
Submitted by MANICMOTHER (user info) at 2005-08-16 13:14:07 EDT (#)
Ranking: 2
You'll work it out. You've gotta do what's best for you at this point.
Submitted by Viciousriffs (user info) at 2005-08-16 13:01:13 EDT (#)
Ranking: 0
I'll be back from work in a few hours to actually discuss this with those who left input. In the meantime, thanks for the feedback, almost every one of you have left something for me to think about. That's awesome of you all, thanks a lot.
Submitted by Shlongy (user info) at 2005-08-16 11:47:55 EDT (#)
Ranking: -1
I'm sure you'll suck and recieve a severe lack of interest no matter where you decide to "hang your hat".
In conclusion, I couldn't care less where you land.
But "good luck"!
Submitted by TheGirlWithoutATitle (user info) at 2005-08-16 11:38:45 EDT (#)
Ranking: 0
The music scene in Disney World is awesome. Rock on, Mickey!
Submitted by electrictoothsyndrome (user info) at 2005-08-16 11:02:38 EDT (#)
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If I'm not mistaken, Orlando is a big metal town. Metal as in Roadrunner Records. Not sure, but I think that's where they are based out of. It might be a good move because you might find an audience, but you should make sure you're not just going to get lost in the crowded scene.
If you have a choice to move or stay...move. If you stay now, you always will. These are just the facts. I've seen too many people do that same thing. If you don't move, your dream will most likely die. Even if your bandmates don't want to move, you should. If you really want to do it, just do it.
They'll come around eventually. If not, there is never a shortage of talent running around in every city you'll go to.
Good luck.
Submitted by HadToBeDone (user info) at 2005-08-16 08:51:56 EDT (#)
Ranking: 2
The over-under is 4 hours before ETS shows up to tell yo uthat he's better than you and so you should quit the band and just keep your jobs.
Submitted by Xcuses (user info) at 2005-08-16 08:51:07 EDT (#)
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You mean you haven't been around here lately?
hahahaha glad you could join teh mayhem
Submitted by Berty (user info) at 2005-08-16 08:29:03 EDT (#)
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Submitted by HadToBeDone (user info) at 2005-08-16 08:00:38 (#)
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Bart says Orlando. Is bart ever wrong?
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He never actually did tell me what he was doing out on that street whilst that gun battle was going on, if it hadn't been for James Bond he'd have been proper fucked. In any case I'm sure the whole thing was down to some manner of error on Bart's part otherwise he'd have been wearing more than a bathrobe.
Submitted by HadToBeDone (user info) at 2005-08-16 08:00:38 EDT (#)
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Bart says Orlando. Is bart ever wrong?
Submitted by badassmofo (user info) at 2005-08-16 07:43:39 EDT (#)
Ranking: 0
Veni - I believe you have posted before or mentioned somewhere that you have a child correct?
Should be enough to make your decision. Stop watching the life train whiz by, throw your hand out and jump on.
But don't give up on your music.
Glad to help add to your confusion.
Submitted by Berty (user info) at 2005-08-16 07:41:32 EDT (#)
Ranking: 2
Submitted by rad1101 (user info) at 2005-08-16 03:42:19 (#)
Ranking: 2
Tool is where Yes would have ended up if they all suffered brain damage that simotaniously made their songs less complex, more rhymicially driven, and filled them with youthful angst.
Actully, that is my theory on how TOOL was formed. I blame the 80s for this.
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TOOL is actually quite good, orchestral style and catchy little riffs.
Berty has no time for music though.
Submitted by Berty (user info) at 2005-08-16 07:35:03 EDT (#)
Ranking: 2
Dude. It's not going to happen, do you have any idea how many other talented, wanna be, rock-stars are littering the world today? You do, 'cause I imagine most of your freinds are in similar bands. Do you really think your group is talented and creative enough to make it? Even if you do get signed do you think you really deserve to?
Seriously?
Do you believe you're the next John Lennon? Do you really have anything of worth to contribute?
Get a proper job and stop being afraid to settle down and live your life. There's more important things in life than 'the band'.
Submitted by williamson (user info) at 2005-08-16 07:15:56 EDT (#)
Ranking: 2
Record something and post it on uber.
Submitted by Fabit (user info) at 2005-08-16 05:53:53 EDT (#)
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Submitted by joedaddy (user info) at 2005-08-16 04:52:58 (#)
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Submitted by rad1101 (user info) at 2005-08-16 03:43:21 (#)
Ranking: 2
YES + The Doors * Metallica = TOOL.
^^^^^^^^^
now that......i understand
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Hahaha true, dont know either scene (what with me being english and all) but good luck to you and your band!
Submitted by joedaddy (user info) at 2005-08-16 04:52:58 EDT (#)
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Submitted by rad1101 (user info) at 2005-08-16 03:43:21 (#)
Ranking: 2
YES + The Doors * Metallica = TOOL.
^^^^^^^^^
now that......i understand
Submitted by bart (user info) at 2005-08-16 04:31:43 EDT (#)
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I used to live in Orlando and there always seemed to be a good draw for local bands. There are a couple places downtown and a couple north of town that had bigger crowds and I believe gave a large cut of the door money to the bands. Plus, with all the tourists, a gig downtown will draw almost any day of the week.
Submitted by c1ndy (user info) at 2005-08-16 03:56:51 EDT (#)
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I spent a few weeks in Raleigh in 2000- back then the people were friendly but insular and very religious. Most of the city disaproved of me.
Submitted by rad1101 (user info) at 2005-08-16 03:43:21 EDT (#)
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YES + The Doors * Metallica = TOOL.
Submitted by rad1101 (user info) at 2005-08-16 03:42:19 EDT (#)
Ranking: 2
Tool is where Yes would have ended up if they all suffered brain damage that simotaniously made their songs less complex, more rhymicially driven, and filled them with youthful angst.
Actully, that is my theory on how TOOL was formed. I blame the 80s for this.
Submitted by joedaddy (user info) at 2005-08-16 03:36:46 EDT (#)
Ranking: 0
I'm not familar with Tool but Pink Floyd was cool,
like everything else from my generation .
Submitted by Viciousriffs (user info) at 2005-08-16 03:21:44 EDT (#)
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Um, Joe....
Band name was in the picture file name.
As for style, it's hard to describe... we are a collective culmination of grunge, progressive, metal, punk, classical and bluegrass. Most would say we sound like a halfway point between Tool and Pink Floyd.
Submitted by FunnyAsCancer (user info) at 2005-08-16 03:17:13 EDT (#)
Ranking: 1
This doesn't deserve a negative rating. Legitimate questions should always get straight 0s.
Submitted by joedaddy (user info) at 2005-08-16 03:14:22 EDT (#)
Ranking: -1
No band name?
No description of the music you play?
Bogus
No rhythm from me