Post by kim on May 14, 2006 13:17:53 GMT -5
Recently, there was mention of the fact that there were way too many polls here and taking that into consideration, I feel as though I may be partially responsible for this as of late.
As I've stated many times in the past, I'm what you would define as a "casual" lover of music in the sense that I don't know a whole lot about any one particular group...nor do I profess to claim any degree of knowledge when it comes to the technical aspect of how the stuff is played, performed and recorded.
Closest I ever came to being a rock star was playing the "air drums" or "air guitar" for many of the bands of the day. Unbeknownst to the original artists...we put on some damn fine shows...hahahahaha.
An example however of why I do post polls is for a number of reasons.
First, I think it helps generate some interest in groups that may be discussed in part, but not in whole, and ultimately helps educate and inspire people such as myself to further pursue the music that we are not that familiar with, and in doing so, helps bring them into a discussion which at times, will inevitably generate other posts.
Secondly, I'd like to think that by listing a group such as KISS as I recently did, makes for a great topic consisting of a band that has world renowned status and yet to some degree, does not get the credit they deserve, all things considered. In mentioning the 4 albums that I did yesterday, clearly gave me a great indication as to just which songs from their early days, made them what they are respected for today.
This really is informative for someone such as myself who would like to hear more of the group than I have over the years. It all boils down to what a general consensus of the group here has to say which makes a decision of this nature that much easier.
Lastly, I also realize and understand that folks that are part of this site tend to get busy from time to time and those that are the more knowledgeable don't always get the chance to post the stuff that they are known for...life tends to get in the way and rightly so...however, I firmly believe that during these times, it's up to the lesser informed folks such as myself to step up to the plate and help keep the flow of this great site going the best way I can. (I'd send cash to pacify most of the gang here, but the Lard Ass gig takes up all of my disposable income these days).
In all fairness as well, there are times when I sit here, reading some of the great threads which I know very little or nothing about, and I wonder just what it is that I can do to contribute in any way possible.
It's hard to keep up with the majority of the gang here...so if the polls indicated on my part seem cheesy to an extent...keep in mind...it's just me...
Thanks
Kim
As I've stated many times in the past, I'm what you would define as a "casual" lover of music in the sense that I don't know a whole lot about any one particular group...nor do I profess to claim any degree of knowledge when it comes to the technical aspect of how the stuff is played, performed and recorded.
Closest I ever came to being a rock star was playing the "air drums" or "air guitar" for many of the bands of the day. Unbeknownst to the original artists...we put on some damn fine shows...hahahahaha.
An example however of why I do post polls is for a number of reasons.
First, I think it helps generate some interest in groups that may be discussed in part, but not in whole, and ultimately helps educate and inspire people such as myself to further pursue the music that we are not that familiar with, and in doing so, helps bring them into a discussion which at times, will inevitably generate other posts.
Secondly, I'd like to think that by listing a group such as KISS as I recently did, makes for a great topic consisting of a band that has world renowned status and yet to some degree, does not get the credit they deserve, all things considered. In mentioning the 4 albums that I did yesterday, clearly gave me a great indication as to just which songs from their early days, made them what they are respected for today.
This really is informative for someone such as myself who would like to hear more of the group than I have over the years. It all boils down to what a general consensus of the group here has to say which makes a decision of this nature that much easier.
Lastly, I also realize and understand that folks that are part of this site tend to get busy from time to time and those that are the more knowledgeable don't always get the chance to post the stuff that they are known for...life tends to get in the way and rightly so...however, I firmly believe that during these times, it's up to the lesser informed folks such as myself to step up to the plate and help keep the flow of this great site going the best way I can. (I'd send cash to pacify most of the gang here, but the Lard Ass gig takes up all of my disposable income these days).
In all fairness as well, there are times when I sit here, reading some of the great threads which I know very little or nothing about, and I wonder just what it is that I can do to contribute in any way possible.
It's hard to keep up with the majority of the gang here...so if the polls indicated on my part seem cheesy to an extent...keep in mind...it's just me...
Thanks
Kim
