Will there ever be another Biggest Band in the World?

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  • FinsburyParkCarrots
    FinsburyParkCarrots Seattle, WA Posts: 12,223
    I think the perceived death of hair metal was largely due to the subtle influence of bands that you don't actually hear anything about anymore but who used to be on MTV on heavy rotation, such as Helmet. They were obvious crossover bands who would be played not only on Headbangers Ball but on 120 Minutes. I can't remember if they were any good or not, but I remember a lot of old metallers buying their albums and getting haircuts, all of a sudden. I suppose this proves the wisdom that seismic shifts in musical culture don't happen with The Biggest Band in the World.
  • harmless_little_f***
    harmless_little_f*** Posts: 8,005
    FinsburyParkCarrots wrote:
    I think the perceived death of hair metal was largely due to the subtle influence of bands that you don't actually hear anything about anymore but who used to be on MTV on heavy rotation, such as Helmet. They were obvious crossover bands who would be played not only on Headbangers Ball but on 120 Minutes. I can't remember if they were any good or not, but I remember a lot of old metallers buying their albums and getting haircuts, all of a sudden. I suppose this proves the wisdom that seismic shifts in musical culture don't happen with The Biggest Band in the World.

    Yep. I often think that as soon as someone dubs a band 'the Biggest Band in the World' they've missed the boat. Many bands are called so because they once changed the musical climate, when they were smaller and musically groundbreaking.
    'We're learning songs for baby Jesus' birthday. His mum and dad were Merry and Joseph. He had a bed made of clay and the three kings bought him Gold, Frankenstein and Merv as presents.'

    - the great Sir Leo Harrison
  • searchlightsoul
    searchlightsoul Posts: 583
    Odin wrote:
    If that punk-ass bitch Jeremy1012 wants to talk shit, he can do it to my 6'3, 225-lb self

    If this were the "wrestling pit" this might matter, but alas it is not. All we have are our brains to solve disputes......sigh.
  • Odin
    Odin Posts: 599
    Rhinocerous Surprise wrote:
    I'm still laughing at this post. It's like a 6'3, 225-lb baby throwing a tantrum.:D

    Maybe to you it is.........but that's how we get down on our side of the pond.
  • harmless_little_f***
    harmless_little_f*** Posts: 8,005
    Odin wrote:
    Maybe to you it is.........but that's how we get down on our side of the pond.

    Dude, you sound like a fucking cartoon.. quit while you're behind.
    'We're learning songs for baby Jesus' birthday. His mum and dad were Merry and Joseph. He had a bed made of clay and the three kings bought him Gold, Frankenstein and Merv as presents.'

    - the great Sir Leo Harrison
  • Odin
    Odin Posts: 599
    searchlightsoul wrote:
    If this were the "wrestling pit" this might matter, but alas it is not. All we have are our brains to solve disputes......sigh.

    That's not the point. I would never challenge anyone to a fight over a respectful debate. But when someone starts throwing personal attacks, the gloves are off.
  • harmless_little_f***
    harmless_little_f*** Posts: 8,005
    Odin wrote:
    But when someone starts throwing personal attacks, the gloves are off.

    Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to 'Spot the Irony'.
    'We're learning songs for baby Jesus' birthday. His mum and dad were Merry and Joseph. He had a bed made of clay and the three kings bought him Gold, Frankenstein and Merv as presents.'

    - the great Sir Leo Harrison
  • Odin
    Odin Posts: 599
    harmless_little_f*** wrote:
    Dude, you sound like a fucking cartoon.. quit while you're behind.

    It has been a while since I've heard from you. Are you still in your sad emo state over your wife ditching you for a real man?
  • harmless_little_f***
    harmless_little_f*** Posts: 8,005
    Odin wrote:
    It has been a while since I've heard from you. Are you still in your sad emo state over your wife ditching you for a real man?

    I find it laughable you haven't been banned yet. Perhaps the greatest oversight the mods have ever made.
    'We're learning songs for baby Jesus' birthday. His mum and dad were Merry and Joseph. He had a bed made of clay and the three kings bought him Gold, Frankenstein and Merv as presents.'

    - the great Sir Leo Harrison
  • Rhinocerous Surprise
    Rhinocerous Surprise Posts: 4,423
    Odin wrote:
    Maybe to you it is.........but that's how we get down on our side of the pond.

    But you're threatening to do it on this side of the pond. And that's not "how we get down". Really, I'm loving watching you dig this hole for yourself - acting like a macho lunatic, swearing at and threatening a 19 year old kid, and insulting a man over going through a divorce. All the while, oblivious to the fact that we're all just laughing at the pathetic little show you're putting on.
    Smokey Robinson constantly looks like he's trying to act natural after being accused of farting.
  • Odin
    Odin Posts: 599
    harmless_little_f*** wrote:
    I find it laughable you haven't been banned yet. Perhaps the greatest oversight the mods have ever made.

    So what are you going to do? Snitch on me to the mods like you, or someone else in the AET section, did before I got suspended?
  • Jeremy1012
    Jeremy1012 Posts: 7,170
    Odin wrote:
    It has been a while since I've heard from you. Are you still in your sad emo state over your wife ditching you for a real man?
    You're a real piece of work, you know that?
    "I remember one night at Muzdalifa with nothing but the sky overhead, I lay awake amid sleeping Muslim brothers and I learned that pilgrims from every land — every colour, and class, and rank; high officials and the beggar alike — all snored in the same language"
  • harmless_little_f***
    harmless_little_f*** Posts: 8,005
    Odin wrote:
    So what are you going to do? Snitch on me to the mods like you, or someone else in the AET section, did before I got suspended?

    When the lifetime ban arrives I won't need to read your hatemail again.
    'We're learning songs for baby Jesus' birthday. His mum and dad were Merry and Joseph. He had a bed made of clay and the three kings bought him Gold, Frankenstein and Merv as presents.'

    - the great Sir Leo Harrison
  • Jeremy1012
    Jeremy1012 Posts: 7,170
    Odin wrote:
    So what are you going to do? Snitch on me to the mods like you, or someone else in the AET section, did before I got suspended?
    You know, any number of people here would be glad to see you go. What makes you think it was HLF?
    "I remember one night at Muzdalifa with nothing but the sky overhead, I lay awake amid sleeping Muslim brothers and I learned that pilgrims from every land — every colour, and class, and rank; high officials and the beggar alike — all snored in the same language"
  • Odin
    Odin Posts: 599
    Rhinocerous Surprise wrote:
    But you're threatening to do it on this side of the pond. And that's not how "how we get down". Really, I'm loving watching you dig this hole for yourself - acting like a macho lunatic, swearing at and threatening a 19 year old kid, and insulting a man over going through a divorce. All the while, oblivious to the fact that we're all just laughing at the pathetic little show you're putting on.

    Good for you. I'm glad that you are entertained because, quite frankly, your posts have been boring the shit out of me. Pretty sad, I must say, considering that you are the only BBS member who ever posted a signature-worthy response.
  • Odin
    Odin Posts: 599
    Jeremy1012 wrote:
    You know, any number of people here would be glad to see you go. What makes you think it was HLF?

    I guess you missed the "or someone else in the AET section" part. Reading comprehension isn't your strong point, I reckon.
  • Rhinocerous Surprise
    Rhinocerous Surprise Posts: 4,423
    Odin wrote:
    Good for you. I'm glad that you are entertained because, quite frankly, your posts have been boring the shit out of me. Pretty sad, I must say, considering that you are the only BBS member who posted a signature-worthy response.

    If your idea of a good post goes as far as "swears and threats", then I'm glad you're not enjoying my posts, cos I'd like to think I'm a little too mature for that. The only reason you're enjoying these posts any less than the one you quoted for your sig is because I'm tearing you down instead of someone else.
    Smokey Robinson constantly looks like he's trying to act natural after being accused of farting.
  • Jeremy1012
    Jeremy1012 Posts: 7,170
    Odin wrote:
    Good for you. I'm glad that you are entertained because, quite frankly, your posts have been boring the shit out of me. Pretty sad, I must say, considering that you are the only BBS member who posted a signature-worthy response.
    If it's so boring, why are you still here?
    "I remember one night at Muzdalifa with nothing but the sky overhead, I lay awake amid sleeping Muslim brothers and I learned that pilgrims from every land — every colour, and class, and rank; high officials and the beggar alike — all snored in the same language"
  • Odin
    Odin Posts: 599
    Rhinocerous Surprise wrote:
    The only reason you're enjoying these posts any less than the one you quoted for your sig is because I'm tearing you down instead of someone else.

    No, it's because you actually made a valid point about music......something you haven't done recently.
  • Odin
    Odin Posts: 599
    Jeremy1012 wrote:
    If it's so boring, why are you still here?

    Because I am not going to retreat in the middle of a debate in which I am a participant.

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