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I watched it. A friend talked me into sitting down for this one, claiming he’d already seen it and wanted to revisit it. He insisted it was actually good—not just some joke or a prank played on me—so we grabbed it and started watching. He’s absolutely losing it, practically dying of laughter, while I’m just sitting here rolling my eyes. It isn’t that I find the content revolting; I’m not that kind of person. It’s simply that I couldn't find a single thing to laugh at, and frankly, I can't wrap my head around what is supposed to be funny about this movie. I genuinely struggle to understand how anyone finds this entertaining. My little devil of a friend suggests the reason he's laughing is because he's an idiot—and I don't mean you, I'm talking about Tom Green. This is why I prefer watching J.C. 🙄 🙄 🙄 ...I just don't get this modern sense of humor. Jackass, the Tom Green Show, and the rest of those morons. Oh, and if you think watching a guy jerk off an elephant is peak comedy, by all means, give it a watch. If not, watch it anyway; it’ll only make you appreciate the humor you actually enjoy even more.
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Bryan Martin31 said:...or maybe it’s just the connection speed? 😉
So I hit the nail on the head. 😉
Don't be so modest; I spent my fair share of time downloading questionable compilations back in the day... 😉
Actually, let me be the first to admit my hypocrisy: this whole mess is happening because my Kazaa isn't working. But then again, it looks like that era is finally coming to an end for him too... 😢 🙂
Look, I hate to disappoint you, but your assumption is completely off base. I haven't downloaded a single song from the internet in my life. I do have one burned CD, though—and that was only because the album wasn't available on disc at the time, so I had a friend burn it for me from a cassette tape. Sure enough, I ended up with another one just like it, except the difference is that this one is the original...😉 😉
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Bryan Martin31 said:It seems our friend Lucin is quite the sophisticated, hyper-sensitive consumer.
Well, that really depends entirely on one's perspective...😎
Bryan Martin31 said:Luca,
you called me crazy back in Vegas, and honestly, I’m feeling pretty out of it today...
I didn't... you simply misread the situation. This is an actual quote from Vegas—we share the exact same mindset, and perhaps you just grew fearful that I had finally lost my grip.😁 thanks for the concern 😁 😁
It is truly inconceivable that there isn't a single person left with an actual opinion on this matter.
Benjamin Clark12 said:How exactly did I define your opinion as stupidity if that isn't my actual stance?😁
Best, 😉
Well, I suppose I do... yet, I wouldn't go so far as to call it stupidity. In fact, I don't think I would be particularly sane if I dismissed my own convictions as nonsense. Schizophrenia clearly has its perks.😁 😁 😁
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Lisa Adams said:It isn't even acting.
It’s just a series of disgusting, mindless stunts they pull on camera.
It is absolutely revolting.
And yet, I can't seem to look away.
Take this, for instance:
A guy shapes a snowball into an ice cream cone,
urinates all over it,
eats it,
and then vomits it right back up.
Or else,
He uses a piece of paper to slice meat between his fingers and toes.
Or,
He stuffs a firework up his backside and lights it,
only to have it blast straight out of his rear.
Or maybe,
He heads into a Home Depot showroom to
fondle a display toilet,
though he couldn't even make it to the store before wetting himself.
It is pure depravity.
Disgusting.😁 😁 😁
And they consider that comedy? It's nothing short of a disaster.🤮 🤮
Kevin Chavez3 said:I don't have that kind of capital lying around; I manage on $167 per month—which should cover my coffee, nights out, clothes, and music—and I am honestly ready to throw hands with anyone accusing me of ripping tracks from the web or burning copies from someone else's CDs. Even with such a tight budget, I already own about a hundred original CDs and 150 vinyl records, and I simply cannot afford any more.
Why on earth would anyone accuse you of that? Anyone making those claims is just being a complete moron and a total snob.
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Linda Rodriguez6 said:Based on this argument, it seems like following music or collecting vinyl is strictly a privilege reserved for the wealthy.
I find myself in total disagreement with that notion.
No, my point is simply that burning CDs feels pointless to me. Engaging with music isn't some exclusive luxury for the rich, nor is collecting itself, though one certainly needs a bit more disposable income if they intend to pursue such a hobby—assuming you are hunting for original pressings; otherwise, the cost is significantly lower.
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by Benjamin Clark12:
Oh, come on... you're being dramatic now..
No, I am certainly not exaggerating. It seems as though one is required to preface or conclude every single sentence with "that is just my opinion" on this forum if they want anyone to recognize they are expressing a personal viewpoint without accusing others of holding different perspectives. I am simply stating that this is how I operate and how I apply my own logic; I am not suggesting that everyone else should conform to my way of thinking.
by Benjamin Clark12:
Secondly: I don't have enough money to buy everything I want. Is that really so difficult to grasp?
Did anyone actually claim that it was difficult to grasp? 😕 😕
by Benjamin Clark12:
As for this idea of feeling "sleazy" or feeling like you're robbing your favorite band, that is complete nonsense.
For one thing, I never suggested there was any sense of robbing a band in the first place. Furthermore, thank you for deciding that my opinion is nonsense; it may be nonsense to you, but it isn't to me.
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by veky:
There is only one non-negotiable standard I hold: a CD must be an original pressing. I find bootlegs and burned discs to be utterly repulsive. Even if I happen to stumble upon a burned copy that actually sounds decent, I would scour every record store in the country just to own the legitimate version. I realize it sounds obsessive, but it is simply how I operate.
It is the exact same situation for me. Between you, Soylent, and myself, we have already formed a trio.🙂 🙂 🙂
by veky:
It doesn't matter if you spent your youth acting like a manic teenager, scribbling all over anything related to music; you’d still stumble upon some two-sentence review of your favorite band or a grainy little thumbnail photo. Nowadays, that's just what people call a "piece of junk." The same logic applies to how we source our music today.
I am solely grateful for the wealth of data available on most performers; it is truly remarkable, and I find it quite impressive. You can practically uncover everything there is to know about anyone you care to investigate, which is brilliant, though I remain entirely indifferent to the music itself.
by veky:
I hope nobody takes offense or decides to throw stones at me, but downloading music is perfectly fine. However, beyond the legalities, there is a certain moral unpleasantness to it that leaves a bitter taste in my mouth—especially when I encounter someone like Benjamin Clark12. It is truly pathetic to watch a person download an entire discography in forty-eight hours for a band they were claiming was too obscure and "niche" to understand just two days prior, all while desperately performing the role of a seasoned connoisseur.
Perhaps I am simply more of a degenerate and a jerk than any of them.
It is quite simple, really. I view the refusal to purchase original physical media as a fundamental lack of respect for the artist—which, from a legal standpoint, it undeniably is. To me, that feels inherently dishonest, and I have no intention of being cheap when it comes to matters of principle. If I decide I want a specific album, I am certainly not going to pinch pennies over it. $50 People obsess over finding the cheapest way out, settling for some cheap imitation just to save a few bucks, and frankly, I find that entire approach utterly hollow. There is simply no substitute for the ritual of taking my cash, heading down to a proper record store, browsing the aisles, debating with the staff, and finally bringing home a physical disc to play. That process has soul; downloading music from the internet is sterile, effortless, and completely devoid of substance. When everything is handed to you with a single click, the entire experience loses its weight. What is even the point? You hit the nail on the head regarding those self-proclaimed "connoisseurs."
Let them continue. Long live those degenerates and their pathetic little antics.👍 👍 👍
Greetings.
by Bryan Martin31
This doesn't just apply to the people on this forum, though I have gathered the impression that many here are simply chasing the hollow thrill of collecting albums, regardless of whether their favorites have actually produced a quality work...
For me, there is a genuine element of collecting involved, but regarding the matter of quality... I have a vast array of artists I enjoy listening to, and when I say that, it means I either own or intend to own as many of their albums as possible—ideally everything. This is because, with the artists I claim to love, I have yet to experience a shift so drastic that I can no longer listen to them. These musicians resonate with my own mindset; as they evolve, my listening habits evolve alongside them, ensuring I always find enough substance to appreciate an album. It isn't a case of buying a record simply because it belongs to a certain artist and therefore must be good. I don't like albums because I feel obligated to; I like them because they truly appeal to me. That is not to say I lack a critical ear, but as someone once pointed out—as if reading my mind—you have to endure the weaker albums to truly grasp how good the great ones actually are.
by Bryan Martin31
Do you ever find yourselves buying an album without having any idea what it actually sounds like?
Of course I do. In fact, most of my collection was acquired exactly that way. My reasoning is laid out above.
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