Posts by Kyle Morris7

goldenheron24 said:Real Sociedad isn't even fighting for anything anymore...

And I have to wonder, what exactly was Valencia fighting for yesterday? 😍

jadewolf16 said:Sunday 15:05

Lakers-Celtics 1 @ 2.00

Chelsea has basically waved goodbye to the title at this point, and honestly, it’s just wishful thinking to expect them to win this and then somehow have Liverpool stumble against Crystal Palace... especially since Liverpool has that much more critical rematch against Atletico coming up on Wednesday, and now they’re dealing with Chelsea being out—let them drink their tea upside down for all I care, because making it to the Champions League final is the absolute pinnacle, far more prestigious than even winning the Premiership itself...

Liverpool looks fresh and completely locked in to take this one, which would likely push the odds out to at least 2.10 in the special offers

The game kicked off right on schedule, and since José Mourinho announced he'd be fielding his B-team, the odds have already plummeted to 1.65!! Meanwhile, Manchester City plays two hours later and they are absolutely losing their minds over Mourinho's announcement...

If you ask me, the smartest move is to start by playing exactly what the crowd is looking for, because once you've built up a solid enough nest egg, then—and only then—can you afford to play whatever your heart desires... If you walk in on day one trying to force some obscure tracks that nobody cares about, you might find yourself facing a serious financial crunch, and before you know it, you'll be forced to take those low-paying gigs just to stay afloat.
So, the strategy should really be to secure the bag first, and then gradually introduce something a bit more unique into the mix.

granitepuma said:.......... but what does "underground" actually imply?

It doesn't imply anything at all, and I suppose that is precisely where the issue lies... It is merely a fog of ambiguity, an unnecessary adoption of an English term that feels somewhat pathetic within our own domestic context.
Any other descriptor would be superior to that: emerging bands, young artists, unestablished acts, and so on...

Alright, I see you’re making an effort here, and I’ll admit my previous comment might have come off a bit too harsh... I do agree that we need to find every possible way to promote these bands, but clearly, what we have right now isn't quite cutting it. You should really give some thought to using terms like "underground" or "alternative"... to most people, those labels carry a certain stigma, and as soon as they hear them, they immediately picture a bunch of losers who just use being "non-mainstream" as a pathetic excuse for their own lack of success. Even the title itself feels a bit clunky and unpolished. Furthermore, the word soul brings to mind an entirely different genre of music—something lightyears away from anything remotely resembling rock. It’s similar to what I was mentioning regarding Zelet and that t-shirt if you actually took the time to listen to the link... You might think it’s just some trivial detail, but it really isn't...

Zele is spot on, everything checks out... for instance, that plain white t-shirt that kid is wearing is such a classic blunder for those self-proclaimed underground types and indie kids. They’d probably be the first ones to chime in, saying something about how much they couldn't care less about fashion or branding... but for a true rocker, you just can't get away with looking that casual...

I have to give credit where it’s due to Charmer... if it weren't for them, things would be significantly worse than they already are. However, we have to face the reality that very few people actually bother with what's labeled as "underground" or "alternative." Some might argue that popularity isn't their goal, but honestly, that's just nonsense... everyone wants to succeed. If that weren't true, they'd all just be playing in their basements or local garages, performing solely for themselves without ever caring if a single soul was listening to their music. I also suspect that those specific labels—"underground" and "alternative"—actually serve to push people away...
Most people, the moment they hear those terms, immediately assume they're dealing with some group of oddballs playing bizarre, unlistenable music. Therefore, we really ought to scrap those labels entirely; let's just call rock "rock" and metal "metal," rather than muddling through with these off-putting descriptors. Beyond having websites like Charmer's, which clearly aren't enough on their own, there needs to be some sort of further action taken... though I'm not quite certain what that entails. But I do know that it is possible to achieve greatness right here in America. If that punk known as Psy—whom even Mica Trofrtaljka considers a top-tier artist—was able to reach such heights, then it means anyone can truly make it... even someone from America!

Sean Doyle97 said:So what if Cmar does whatever he wants? It’s not like anyone else is allowed to do anything at all... honestly, I’m not trying to make this a whole big thing, but still...

The way this topic is framed makes it seem like some groundbreaking, unique endeavor, but please, don't act oblivious to the underlying point I'm making here... It is, of course, perfectly reasonable to want to promote emerging bands through any means available, including various niche websites. The real question, however, lies in whether this specific strategy actually works. Cmar—and indeed many others besides him—have been attempting this exact method for years now, yet we see very little to show for it. It seems quite clear that this particular approach doesn't yield much in terms of actual exposure... I find myself wondering if we should perhaps look toward how musicians from smaller nations have managed to break through, like the bands coming out of Finland or Sweden, for instance. It certainly isn't an impossible feat, especially when one considers that twenty years ago, nearly 99% of successful rock and metal artists were strictly Americans or Britons. Today, that landscape has shifted dramatically, with talent emerging from every corner of the globe. Yet, I can't help but wonder why there just isn't anyone breaking through from America...🤷

A similar website has actually been around for quite some time now... it’s all about Cmar, obviously. Though, I can't help but feel the person who started this thread is just playing the victim or.........?

Tyler Taylor82 said:well, I suppose things aren't quite as black and white as they might initially appear...

I believe BetMGM is the one being discussed, isn't it? I took a quick look just now, but I can't help but wonder if those wagering requirements are a bit steep... unless, of course, one is playing with significant capital!
It seems they even offer a double bonus for the casino section!! Have you spent any time playing Blackjack or perhaps some Poker lately? I find myself wondering whether hitting those bonus targets feels more attainable there than it does when dealing with sports betting...

Eric Fox7 said:Nobody ever brings up the bonuses, mostly because the requirements to actually claim them are just absolute garbage... so I suppose it isn't really surprising that they get ignored 🤷

Thank you so much! You have truly saved me quite a bit of time, and likely a fair amount of money as well... when one considers the sheer volume of endless web pages constantly shouting about various bonuses, it becomes quite difficult to navigate through the noise and determine who can actually be trusted, but it is heartening to see that this forum is filled with experienced individuals who are genuinely willing to lend a hand! Best of luck to everyone out there! 🙂

I notice most of you seem to be just playing around, and bonuses aren't really being discussed much here... I see them being advertised everywhere on various websites lately, but I can't quite figure out if these offers are legitimate or if they're just some kind of elaborate scam...🤷
Because, if this isn't some sort of trick, then one could theoretically earn a few thousand dollars without much trouble, right? So, my dilemma is twofold: first, is any of this actually true, and second, if it isn't, where is the catch? Why does it seem like everyone—or at least the vast majority—avoids using these bonuses altogether? Is there some sort of issue when it comes to actually withdrawing the money from these bonuses? I would be so grateful if anyone who has successfully cashed out a bonus could share how much they actually managed to get...

frozenraven39 said:............
PS: From what I have gathered through my reading, the 90s seems to be the final era the show actually covered, which would explain why there is such a noticeable lack of content regarding anything from the 2000s...

It appears we are facing yet another instance of confusion and fundamental misunderstanding here. In the message I sent—the one you and several others seem to be referencing—I was speaking strictly about the most recent episode and the contemporary scene (and by "contemporary," I mean the last ten years, not merely the last twelve months)... Within that specific timeframe, Thompson is undeniably the most dominant rocker out there. Everyone else, quite frankly, remains on the absolute fringes in comparison to him, and I must reiterate that I am referring specifically to this past decade. If that is indeed the case, and it truly is, then one would assume it would be perfectly logical to devote the lion's share of airtime in that final episode to him...
Regarding the specifics of how and why the final episode turned out the way it did, Horvat provided an incredibly detailed breakdown. I will leave the link right here, so please, don't be lazy and take a moment to read it...

Emily Miller80 said:Yes, I realized later on that you mentioned there wasn't enough Thompson 😕
Not enough in what sense, exactly? He just shouts and leans into that folk-pop style, which has absolutely nothing to do with rock music, yet the title of the documentary is Our Day—a story about American rock...
Perhaps it is true that the American rock scene is somewhat sparse, which might explain why they struggled to find enough material to fill ten entire episodes... 🤷

Based on how you describe Thompson, I can only conclude that you have heard maybe two of his songs, or perhaps half of one song at most... but well, that is your prerogative.
Tell me then, in principle, what constitutes rock music, and how would you define it?

Honestly, you guys have such thin skin, and it seems like people are reading far too quickly without actually absorbing the context... I clearly stated that Thompson is the most popular, whereas for the others, I merely suggested they were worth mentioning, without ever making any claims regarding their level of fame. Furthermore, I didn't say anything remotely suggesting that one artist is "better" than another, because that would be quite idiotic... There is no such thing as "better" or "worse" in this sense. Those terms can only truly exist in fields where things can be measured with exact precision. How, exactly, are we supposed to measure who is superior, or what constitutes "trash" in the world of music? Who possesses the authority to decide the quality of one rock star over another, or any musician for that matter?

velvetfox452 It seems that...
I find myself unable to concur with that sentiment, as I truly believe that Ozzy Osbourne remains the undisputed king... 🙂🙂🙂

It appears to me that you possess a certain capacity to recognize true substance when it is presented before you... For your discernment, I shall offer this link to someone who is perhaps even more profound than the last. Once you have truly listened to his work, I suspect you might find yourself compelled to throw bottles at the walls, though quite possibly you will end up throwing them at each other's heads as well...
I was sitting here, just drifting through some old clips on YouTube, when I stumbled upon this particular video... and it really did make me pause for a moment, thinking about how much everything has shifted over the years since we first started following these artists... there is a certain weight to the music, a specific kind of gravity that seems to pull at you when you revisit these performances, almost like catching a glimpse of a ghost from a different era altogether... it’s quite profound, really, how a single melody can act as a bridge between who we were then and who we have become now in the States... though I suppose my tendency to dwell on these things might be a bit excessive, but one cannot help but feel a sense of nostalgia creeping in, even when the sound itself remains as sharp and piercing as ever... anyway, I found myself lost in thought for quite some time after watching it...

Vukozec, regarding the debate with the WTO, this whole series is supposed to be about the essence of rock music, not some endless attempt to prove who holds the title of "better," because frankly, that’s a metric that can't even be measured... However, if one wanted to look at objective success, you could certainly settle it by examining the hard data, such as record sales figures or concert attendance numbers.
As for Bare, I haven't followed his career closely enough to know if he's always behaved this way, nor have I particularly cared to, but if things truly are as bad as people say, it would have been far more beneficial for the band if an actual member had participated in the series instead of him... He just ends up making himself look foolish, projecting this image of a sort of tragic figure, which is quite unfortunate. He really ought to find a new vocalist; he is a brilliant songwriter, but as a singer, he is simply disastrous.

I find myself in complete agreement regarding Fire, the Cooperative, and Coyote... there is an endless amount of material available regarding the modern scene, yet somehow, it was all left out. It is quite a striking point made by the journalist Horvat over at MusicNet; he was genuinely stunned because almost everything he had researched about the contemporary landscape was simply ignored...
On the other hand, it feels rather bizarre how much airtime was given to certain absolute outsiders, such as Far Coast and Pips. Even Steamroller received an excessive amount of coverage, despite the fact they aren't even true rockers, but more along the lines of pop-rock. If I am being honest, nearly half the space was handed over to pop or pop-rock acts... I suppose it ultimately comes down to the author's own preferences, but then one shouldn't pretend this is a series dedicated to American rock when it clearly isn't; it is more of a messy mixture of just about everything...

Robin Rodriguez5 said:Rock has basically become synonymous with music in a much broader sense nowadays...

I suppose that’s how it feels to you, and perhaps to a few others, though certainly not the majority. It is true that Rock encompasses a vast array of subgenres, but one couldn't possibly try to cram funk or hip-hop into those categories even if they were insane...
Unless, of course, we decide to just joke around and make everything relative...

The final episode essentially ruined everything that had been going right up until that point... I honestly can't tell if the director was being intentionally malicious, or if he’s just incredibly narrow-minded, or perhaps something else entirely... So, let me lay it all out for you:
1. The modern rock scene wasn't even given a single mention
2. Not a solitary word about the most iconic artist, Thompson
3. There was absolutely no mention of General Danger
4. Adastra was completely ignored
5. It’s as if the entire metal scene simply doesn't exist, because they didn't mention it at all
6. They gave way too much screen time to Jinx, who really has nothing to do with rock music
7. And once again, we have Dwight, who also has zero connection to the rock world
8. TBF doesn't fit the rock genre either
9. Then there's Barra, who was portrayed as this sort of pathetic, dim-witted character

My conclusion is this—it feels as though the creator was trying to mock certain rockers and specific subgenres within rock, all while attempting to glorify the ones he happens to adore...