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  • backseatLover12
    backseatLover12 Posts: 2,312
    Backspacer_Backer wrote:
    I have a sweet "Eddie Vedder" tramp stamp, but there's no way I'll regret it, ever. Unless he ever gets photographed with a boy band or something horrible like that.

    :lol::lol:
  • javis el errante
    javis el errante Buenos Aires Posts: 6,144
    backseatLover12 wrote:
    Backspacer_Backer wrote:
    I have noticed more merchandise, which as I clearly recall, people were begging to have for YEARS prior.

    The band is doing the right things for their fans, and for themselves, by offering more options, even if they're making money as a result. Guess what? This is called a win-win situation. Profit is not a dirty word, even as it relates to art.

    Everyone is welcome to view life as they like, that's the beauty. I see it as a way of dicking fans for their money because they're stupid enough to buy everyday items with a band logo on them. It really is ridiculous once you see things from a different perspective, excusing the club for their greedy actions, or not.

    I don't know why offering the fans what they were asking is dicking them, and I don't know how you account for saying that fans are stupid because they want to buy something or collect something...

    This thread has become pointless, somebody please lock it...
    ... I am not in the business of being liked anymore ...

  • capthowdy1027
    capthowdy1027 Posts: 3,270
    Since they've started releasing more merch, I've actually bought less. When there was just a few things released here and there I always felt like I had to have it. But now I see all of it and know I can't afford it all, so whatever. Also knowing that a tour was coming up I decided to wait to give them my money. But I'm glad they've started making more, I always thought it was such a small amount of merch for a band this big with fans that are always willing to spend their money.
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  • WhyGo91
    WhyGo91 Posts: 639
    Kelly Leak wrote:
    I hear ya, I would love to be one of those people that you mention as ' against everything mainstream', but I am not. I work hard at my job, provide for my family, and am planning for my future. I am very open minded about issues related to tweaks and modifications of a business model as long as it doesn't destroy the integrity of the band's original intent.

    I made reference to a pinball machine and credit card because I have watched other bands like KISS stop making music and put all their effort into capitalizing on a brand.

    I will not defend my love and dedication to this organization; like many do on here. I will continue to roll with the punches as far as ticketing goes...you won't see me complain about seniority recognition (See board join date) and you won't hear me complaining about set lists.

    However, I will continue to raise an eyebrow when I notice a change in the way things are run.

    Yeah, you'll be raising an eyebrow I bet. But why'll you're doing that, I'll be busy not questioning change and let the band do whatever they want. They got to be a respectable band by not caring what other people think or say. And that includes their "fans" questioning what they put in their online store and for how much. I mean really, how much of a fan are you if you have to make a thread about whether or not the band is becoming too commercial. Next time, make a thread about how you've changed your way of thinking and then I'll give you a little bit more respect.
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  • JimmyV
    JimmyV Boston's MetroWest Posts: 19,598
    Backspacer_Backer wrote:
    I have a sweet "Eddie Vedder" tramp stamp, but there's no way I'll regret it, ever. Unless he ever gets photographed with a boy band or something horrible like that.

    Is it possible that the best laugh of my week came before 9am on Monday?
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  • Pingfah
    Pingfah Posts: 350
    Who cares how many tshirts they sell?

    They make good music still, that's all that matters.
  • DS107374
    DS107374 Posts: 92
    Kelly Leak wrote:
    Thing$ around here have become overwhelmingly commercial. I have never $een $o much $tuff for $ale. I wa$ going to buy the Wrigley $etli$t $hirt until I $aw the price. What'$ happening to our $pon$or free band?

    Really with the dollar signs? Grow up.
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  • Spiritual_Chaos
    Spiritual_Chaos Posts: 31,467
    edited July 2013
    mcgruff10 wrote:
    Kelly Leak wrote:
    Thing$ around here have become overwhelmingly commercial. I have never $een $o much $tuff for $ale. I wa$ going to buy the Wrigley $etli$t $hirt until I $aw the price. What'$ happening to our $pon$or free band?

    sponsor free band? i'm sure you're the same person you were in 1995.
    If I had a nickel/cent/swedish krona for every time someone get that exact response. I would be rich enough to buy myself a Benny Vinyl :)
    Post edited by Spiritual_Chaos on
    "Mostly I think that people react sensitively because they know you’ve got a point"
  • rival.
    rival. Chicago Posts: 7,775
    Pingfah wrote:
    They make good music still, that's all that matters.

    :|



    ;)
  • dimitrispearljam
    dimitrispearljam Posts: 139,725
    Pingfah wrote:
    Who cares how many tshirts they sell?

    They make good music still, that's all that matters.
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  • satansbed
    satansbed Posts: 2,139
    Spiritual_Chaos wrote:
    mcgruff10 wrote:
    Kelly Leak wrote:
    Thing$ around here have become overwhelmingly commercial. I have never $een $o much $tuff for $ale. I wa$ going to buy the Wrigley $etli$t $hirt until I $aw the price. What'$ happening to our $pon$or free band?

    sponsor free band? i'm sure you're the same person you were in 1995.
    If I had a nickel/cent/swedish krona for every time someone get that exact response. I would be rich enough to buy myself a Benny Vinyl :)

    or one beer in sweden :)
  • Kelly Leak
    Kelly Leak Posts: 263
    For the record, the regulars on this board are as arrogant a group of folks that I have ever had the distinct pleasure of loathing. You can all go scratch.
  • 2-feign-reluctance
    2-feign-reluctance TigerTown, USA Posts: 23,459
    Kelly Leak wrote:
    For the record, the regulars on this board are as arrogant a group of folks that I have ever had the distinct pleasure of loathing. You can all go scratch.


    :corn: relax mate...you $tarted the thread
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  • Zod
    Zod Posts: 10,892
    Kelly Leak wrote:
    For the record, the regulars on this board are as arrogant a group of folks that I have ever had the distinct pleasure of loathing. You can all go scratch.

    I'd say that's not entirely accurate... there's lots of good level headed folks in these forums. You sort of have to visit between tours and limited merch sales to see who the regulars are. Coming in right after a ticket onsales for a tour or ltd. merch item and your bound to run into some pretty disappointed people..... not all of them are regulars.
  • Kelly Leak
    Kelly Leak Posts: 263
    Zod wrote:
    Kelly Leak wrote:
    For the record, the regulars on this board are as arrogant a group of folks that I have ever had the distinct pleasure of loathing. You can all go scratch.

    I'd say that's not entirely accurate... there's lots of good level headed folks in these forums. You sort of have to visit between tours and limited merch sales to see who the regulars are. Coming in right after a ticket onsales for a tour or ltd. merch item and your bound to run into some pretty disappointed people..... not all of them are regulars.

    ZOD,
    You are level headed, well spoken and respectful. Sorry if you took offense to my post. I get frustrated when a many posters on here refuse to say anything that might question the band's motives or intentions. It s very cult-like. Not healthy IMO.
  • Spiritual_Chaos
    Spiritual_Chaos Posts: 31,467
    satansbed wrote:
    Spiritual_Chaos wrote:
    If I had a nickel/cent/swedish krona for every time someone get that exact response. I would be rich enough to buy myself a Benny Vinyl :)

    or one beer in sweden :)
    The cheapest where I live in a pub is (33SEK = $5,10) and the standard price is (49SEK = $7,57)... what does a pub beer from tap cost in USA? :)
    "Mostly I think that people react sensitively because they know you’ve got a point"
  • backseatLover12
    backseatLover12 Posts: 2,312
    edited July 2013
    Kelly Leak wrote:
    For the record, the regulars on this board are as arrogant a group of folks that I have ever had the distinct pleasure of loathing. You can all go scratch.

    I am not a regular, yet I feel the same as you do in the short period of time I've been on these forums. I feel as if I walk among the sheep. Sorry, guys, but thinking differently and questioning everything is an attribute in my opinion.
    Post edited by backseatLover12 on
  • satansbed
    satansbed Posts: 2,139
    Spiritual_Chaos wrote:
    satansbed wrote:
    Spiritual_Chaos wrote:
    If I had a nickel/cent/swedish krona for every time someone get that exact response. I would be rich enough to buy myself a Benny Vinyl :)

    or one beer in sweden :)
    The cheapest where I live in a pub is (33SEK = $5,10) and the standard price is (49SEK = $7,57)... what does a pub beer from tap cost in USA? :)

    i dont know, im from ireland, its between €3-5 for a pint.

    i had heard alcohol was crazy expensive in scandinavia though
  • backseatLover12
    backseatLover12 Posts: 2,312
    dimitrispearljam wrote:
    Pingfah wrote:
    Who cares how many tshirts they sell?

    They make good music still, that's all that matters.

    Do people quote one another, yet have nothing to say, for the sole reason of upping their post count?

    :lol:
  • Dr. Delight
    Dr. Delight Posts: 11,210
    Kelly Leak wrote:
    Zod wrote:
    Kelly Leak wrote:
    For the record, the regulars on this board are as arrogant a group of folks that I have ever had the distinct pleasure of loathing. You can all go scratch.

    I'd say that's not entirely accurate... there's lots of good level headed folks in these forums. You sort of have to visit between tours and limited merch sales to see who the regulars are. Coming in right after a ticket onsales for a tour or ltd. merch item and your bound to run into some pretty disappointed people..... not all of them are regulars.

    ZOD,
    You are level headed, well spoken and respectful. Sorry if you took offense to my post. I get frustrated when a many posters on here refuse to say anything that might question the band's motives or intentions. It s very cult-like. Not healthy IMO.
    There are definitely a huge group of people who live on this board... with PJ flashing on their retinas 24 hours a day.
    They are devoid of sunlight, their skin translucent.

    The only time they exit their homes is to see the band live.

    When something negative is said or questioned about the band.... they spazz out.
    And so you see, I have come to doubt
    All that I once held as true
    I stand alone without beliefs
    The only truth I know is you.
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