Posts by Ryan Ruiz

THERION IS COMING TO THE US IN AUGUST!!! 🙏 Man, I am seriously going to lose my mind when I finally see to mega Therion live. I'm just crossing my fingers that this info is actually legit. A buddy of mine, who is a massive metalhead, told me about it. Renato, cheers to you 👋

Chloe Ross7 said:I’m turning thirty soon, and I’ve come to realize that someone's taste in music really does act as a window into their soul.
Essentially, if you meet a guy who is strictly into mainstream pop-rock and country radio hits, it means you aren't going to find any middle ground when it comes to going out—there just won't be any venues that satisfy both of your vibes (just forget about concerts, clubs, or cool indie spots), and if you end up at his place for a night in, he’ll probably just put on some generic Top 40 pop, and God forbid you ever get married, because he’ll want three hundred people there with a loud wedding band and everyone jumping on tables like it's a backyard BBQ—honestly, gross.
NO THANKS

(My husband was handpicked from the Apple crowd—definitely a smart move)

(But then again, you see these people who claim to be totally alternative, yet they know every single country song by heart at a party—those are the exact types who organize those tacky weddings and live that whole unrefined lifestyle)👎

That is so true!!! A husband chosen from the Apple crowd is always the right call 🙏
Though, you do run into some truly bizarre people. They aren't necessarily fake, they're just... eclectic, or maybe just completely undefined. For instance, I have this friend who swears she is a die-hard Metallica fan, but then she gets all emotional listening to Oliver Dragojević or even some soft Coast ballads. It just doesn't compute for me. And then it's Maiden, then back to Oliver, and so on. One time, some guys actually asked her what kind of music she actually listens to. It isn't just that her musical taste is all over the place, but her entire personality follows that same pattern. She’s one way one minute, then something else the next, constantly shifting between extremes, which feels so contradictory.
And her boyfriend, who considers himself a hardcore metalhead, actually went to a Bob Dylan concert. Afterward, I had to ask him, "What kind of metalhead are you, really?" 😁 In that moment, he looked genuinely embarrassed that he had admitted to being at a Bob Dylan show.😁

driftingeagle27 said:So, you're telling me a guy's ideal partner is someone who absolutely loves Bob Dylan? 🙄

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*I'm not trying to spill any deep secrets here, because I wouldn't want anyone who isn't in the loop to get the wrong idea; everyone knows that Susan Nguyen85 and Nicholas are basically the forum's power couple, right?

Yeah, and you honestly think we wouldn't run into a few disagreements because of that?

People tell me my biggest flaw is how often I judge others based solely on their taste in music. I’ll admit that I can usually read a person's character through their playlists, though I definitely get it wrong sometimes too.
To be honest, I think I’ve gotten a bit too obsessed with this habit, almost like I’m following some internal rule where I decide who someone is just by what they listen to—at least, from my limited perspective of them.
It isn't that I'm always right, but it serves as a pretty significant compass for me when I'm getting to know people.
It might not be the most flattering trait, but I will always find myself gravitating toward someone who listens to gothic, metal, or punk over someone whose playlist is nothing but mainstream Top 40 or country hits.

Should I just call myself... "clueless," "an optimistic witch," or maybe just "completely broke"? 😁

Just kidding, obviously. 😁

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FAITHFULLY:

Mario

😁 😁 😁 😁 😁 👍

feralstag11, how does black metal and punk even work together?😕 😲 If I were you, I’d just stick to playing black metal exclusively.😁

Phase 2—I really can't get behind that name. You guys need something with more impact.

Yeah, I mean... does a name really matter that much?

Anthony Reyes5 said:... so you're saying we have absolutely no control over our own actions, our thoughts, or who we become as people?

And does that mean the only way we can actually claim to have made the world a different place is by raising our children?

I honestly don't believe genetics hold that much sway over us, because at the end of the day, you're the one who builds your own character.

Alex Martinez4 said:....I was digging through some old American magazines and stumbled upon a mention of the Sisters of Mercy....it actually gave me a good laugh, which made me remember we even have a dedicated thread about them over here...so I figured I'd pass this along to you all....

"The Sisters of Mercy are hands down the most ridiculous gothic band ever, led by their fanatic frontman Andrew Eldritch—who apparently prefers wearing two pairs of pants at once instead of underwear, and has basically been the only actual member of the group for years now—and they're hitting the road again. How? We don't know, we answer."

It’s pretty obvious that whoever penned that article actually understood the music being discussed...🙄 👎

P.S. That writer probably lumps Him in with those famous gothic bands too. 🙄

Scott Hernandez75 said:Is anyone else actually hearing this "Fuck OFF bolan" crap? 🙂

Are you guys talking about Mark? 😁

I think I've got that tucked away somewhere too.

Quote : Originally posted by crimsonmason
What,

is nobody going to the Sisters? 😠 I just picked up Slight Case of Overbombing yesterday and now I have everything... everything... EVERYTHING!!! mwahaha 🙏

Jeeee, there's actually someone else out there who owns the whole collection 😁

Bryan Martin31 said:?

Come on, man, don't even go there... I'm serious. 😉

Don't give me that. Look, when it comes to Symbol of Life... that's just how I have to look at it. 😁

ovcica said:I feel totally lost! What century are we even living in right now?😢

I honestly think you might be the one who's a little lost here 😁 because I'm pretty sure we are firmly in the 21st century 😛

The Hellions said:They're actually a pretty cool band! Some goth rock stuff! They basically started out from The Mission!!!

LOL 😁 "SOME"?! 😲 Seriously... they're legendary. Man, why am I never online right when the most interesting threads start popping up?! 😢

If anyone doesn't know them and wants to check out what the Sisters have released, here's a quick list:

som Girls wander by mistake
First and lats and always
Floodland
Vision thing
A slight case of overbombing (compilation)

Oomph says:

there are definitely a lot of experts in this group
now I see why every fifth thread is about Thompson Bog 🙄

God bless you! 🙏 👍

zrno said:Ian... if you listen to what Mackay says...

Ian... according to Curtis 😁

Chloe Ross7 said:Well, Mortiis is actually incredible... though I guess a pregnant woman might find it a bit much.

But honestly, Cradle of Filth isn't even close to being the "greatest band ever," and besides, that kind of music just doesn't really resonate with young moms, much like Dimmu Borgir and those other groups.

When is Mortiis finally going to release something new? I absolutely need to hear it because Stargate is just phenomenal.

Yeah, CoF definitely isn't the best band out there.😁

feralstag11 said:I'm going to name my little girls Karlo and Lena 🙂 🙂 🙂

Karlo is fine, I guess, but Lena?! In the middle of the US, who on earth would actually do that?!

feralstag11 said:Mortiis

He’s actually a good friend of his from Denmark (for those who aren't in the loop, he was the vocalist for Cradle of Filth, which is easily the greatest band ever) 😁 😁 😁

If the black metal crowd hears you claiming CoF is the best band in history... man, you're asking for trouble. And if Mortiis hears you say that... well, good luck with that. 😁 😁

Wait, where are you even getting this idea that Mortiis is coming? Is he just going to show up solo, or is he planning on rounding up the old crew from Emperor?