Posts by silvernomad3

Kimberly Ward said:Rib or Beverly Hills?

Rib seemed like the logical choice—really did—but I can't find any decent search results for B12 and D levels there, so I'm feeling pretty skeptical... even the Vinogradski Web doesn't have anything concrete to go on. I'll keep digging, thanks anyway.👍

Hey,

I’ve got orders for all these tests:

SE, KKS, elf, immunofixation, immunoglobulins, beta-2 microglobulin, anti-leukocyte antibodies, hepatitis B and C markers, CMV, EBV, Vit B12, Vit D, folic acid, ferritin.

Any advice on where in Washington, D.C. I can get this done all in one spot—and do I need to book an appointment for any of these? I'm assuming my local clinic isn't going to be able to handle this much at once.

Thanks! 🙂

Why? 🤔

I don't know, I actually think it's great. It’s a different beast compared to LLAE—the guitar tone feels way warmer, and Tempestov’s voice has hit this incredibly smooth, mature sweet spot... a rich, mellow baritone, if you ask me.
The whole album carries this vintage vibe, almost like something straight out of the seventies, whereas LLAE felt much more modern to me—this heavy, biting hard rock that was cold in the best way possible. One's nearly perfect, and this Bag of Bones—if it hasn't already topped it, it's definitely in the same league.

But hey, that's just my take. 🙂 It’s just a shame how it'll probably fly under the radar here in the States again, though I guess I shouldn't be surprised given the absolute disaster of a music scene we've been dealing with lately. Local critics haven't even bothered to weigh in yet. As far as I recall, LLAE got some really solid reviews over at Muzika.hr a few years back. Whatever. 🙂

The new album Bag of Bones is finally out.

http://love-it-loud.com/wp-content/u...nes-review.jpg

For those hunting for reviews:
http://rushonrock.com/2012/04/29/reviews-new-music-77/
http://www.europetheband.com/reviews.html
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Here are a few links:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UpzXPX3k1n0 - Not Supposed to Sing the Blues
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uy9-BBMETj0 - demon Head 🙂
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NOg6OIwqaEM - Mercy you Mercy me (a bit more aggressive and energetic)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nu3qwaR8XCE - Bring IT All home (classic Europea style ballad — pretty great)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N1BM9...feature=relmfu - my Woman my friend (has a bluesy vibe 😍 )

I’m digging it so far. After a few more spins, I think it'll really click. They might have even topped Last look AT Eden—which, honestly, was a tall order.
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Sophia Wells72 said:It’s tough to shake off that mtv-jevski label once you've done anything in the metal vein—even if you call it pop, soft, or glam. People just don't take the band seriously, which I guess makes sense here in the States 😁, even if it feels unfair. High quality doesn't always equal high prestige, and honestly, saying "it's all just taste" is such a tired cliché.

Exactly—MTV basically turns everything they touch into some slick, mainstream plastic. Still, looking at what people listen to nowadays, the 80s actually felt like they had some class. Plus, hardcore metal fans are notoriously sensitive about reputation, so I get why Europe still carries that baggage unfairly.
I just don't get why people stay stuck on stuff from twenty-five years ago. Just let go and move on, folks. 🙄
And while calling it a matter of taste sounds hackneyed, there's truth to it. Even the best critics have biases, whether they admit it or not. We all get emotionally attached to certain sounds—some things just hit different.
For me, I can recognize quality without necessarily loving it, which is why I try not to trash things just because of my own vibe. I know The Beatles and Pink Floyd are top-tier, but I'll pick Floyd over them any day—they just have that soul for me, whereas The Beatles feel a bit more distant. Now, Europe is in a completely different league, but they're my kind of band—I just can't help it. 🙂

Sophia Wells72 said:Actually, I found that era even more charming than the 80s fashion. It was almost like they were playing a game of "He or She." 🤣

Yeah, there's something to that... personally, I love both the 70s and the 80s so much I can't even decide 😁 For me, style matters less—the music comes first.

Sophia Wells72 said:🙂

I’m with you on this. That Bieber comment is the wildest thing I’ve heard in a long time—honestly, I'll just ignore it. As for this whole "feminine" debate—I don't get why everyone is obsessed with it. It wasn't about being soft; they just had those youthful, boyish faces. It's not a crime, and honestly, that's exactly why they still have a following even as they approach fifty. 😁

Comparing them to Bon Jovi—sure, they leaned into that "larger than life" poser vibe (🙄), but they’re actually pretty solid, especially the songwriting. I caught one of their shows once and they weren't half bad. Still, you can't put them in the same league as Europe. Bon Jovi basically stayed frozen in the 80s—there's barely any difference between how they sounded in '88 versus '05, and at this rate, I can already guess what a 2017 album would sound like.
Europe, though—they actually evolve. Every album feels like there's something new going on, even if they stay true to their roots.

Listening to Devil Sings The Blues today—perfect for those moments when life feels just wonderful (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=At8n7bXWyaM). Hell of a track. 😵

Jack Morgan2 said:Count me in—we're doing this together.🙂

Done. Deal. 🙂

Jack Morgan2 said:Where even was that? I remember when they were first starting out—first, second, third albums—right at the start of high school... just typical glam metal garbage. One of those half-baked approaches to rock where they aren't really metal and they aren't exactly pop, just guys wearing enough makeup to look like disco stars, only with more hair. Honestly, even someone like Justin Paprić looks like a man compared to them—I never thought I’d admit that, but damn, when I first saw Europe on TV, I was convinced they were total pushovers. All those "tough" stares and riffs that sounded as polished as a cheap car bumper.

I’m talking about people back home—you mention Europe and everyone immediately gets stuck in that one specific era you're describing. It’s honestly pathetic how one damn TFC defined the entire careers of incredibly talented people who actually had much more potential than that. Seriously, do yourselves a favor: Google them and actually listen to their new stuff—believe it or not, they're still alive. 🙄 Honestly, Tempestov’s vocals and Norumov’s playing are top-tier—doesn't matter what era you're looking at, they just nail it.

If you follow their early stuff, you probably remember that second album—the one that leaned more into gritty rock rather than pure glam. As for everything after that, I guess you have a point, though "a little" feels like a massive understatement. They pushed commercialism to the absolute limit, basically turning the music into an afterthought just to serve the image. Look, a lot of factors played into that—I don't feel like writing a novel here—but they were just naive kids who became a goldmine for a manager who eventually bled them dry. Personally, I don't mind that era, so it really comes down to taste. Still, what they're doing now is incomparable to the 80s in almost every way. Thank Krist. ☕

Style-wise, grouping Justin and those guys in the same sentence is just tragic—I’m not even going to dignify that comparison with a comment. Besides, men back in the 70s were way more "feminine" anyway, rocking those tight bell-bottoms and high heels. 😁 A little eyeliner wouldn't hurt anyone—honestly. 😛
Man, they really hate looking back at how they used to dress—those were some weird years, honestly.

Here are a few recommendations:
I can't really get into this one—it’s just more of the same stuff we've heard a thousand times before. Honestly, it feels like they're just going through the motions at this point.

I can't really get into this one—just another clip that doesn't hit the mark for me. Honestly, I've seen better stuff during a late-night scroll through YouTube back in my college days.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ucQZTHNdxtQ

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KBv303jBNOc

I can't believe this thread actually crawled out of the grave! 😲

Europe is a killer band made up of seriously talented people—they always have been. Even back in their hair metal phase, they could outplay those generic glam acts with actual melody and power. Honestly, the fact they drifted into softer territory with TFC was mostly just down to an opportunistic manager and their own youthful naivety—I mean, they were barely in their twenties at the time,
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This whole era from 2004 onwards really cements them as a legit, high-quality band, though hardly anyone in the States seems to give them credit for it. If anyone’s still doubting, they should probably listen to Last look AT Eden before they start talking trash about something they don't understand—you see plenty of those types everywhere 🙂. It's pure hard rock now, mixed with some bluesy vibes that feel like classic 70s rock... basically picking up right where they left off after that second album back in '84.

Yeah, I'd jump at the chance to catch them in concert if they ever toured through Washington, D.C. But honestly, that's a long shot, and maybe it's for the best—what's the point of playing to a crowd of 500 people anyway? 😢

They've got a new album, Bag of Bones, dropping late April or early May this year... and I'd love to hit a show if they play anywhere nearby, like Vienna or something. 🙂