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I posted this in the musicians thread, but thought it was applicable, and probably would actually be read here... It seems whenever I have an issue, I turn to the collective knowledge of VCers. Let's see if you've got it in you again... I work on a small independent cable access show, and I need to find a way to offer a download code at the end of the episode to allow viewers to access a song otherwise not accessible. I know band camp lets you do custom codes and everything but I need one universal code, versus a whole bunch of different codes. Also, I know band camp allows you a discount

It seems whenever I have an issue, I turn to the collective knowledge of VCers. Let's see if you've got it in you again... I work on a small independent cable access show, and I need to find a way to offer a download code at the end of the episode to allow viewers to access a song otherwise not accessible. I know band camp lets you do custom codes and everything but I need one universal code, versus a whole bunch of different codes. Also, I know band camp allows you a discount code, but it only goes to 95%. So, I guess band camp isn't really an option. Does anyone have any suggestions? Any h

In no real order.... Beatles: 98% - I find all of the their early work and especially later work mind blowing even after the 1000000th listen. I still don't believe they get the kind of credit they deserve for how revolutionary they were. The Band: 97% - Really only don't like "The Moon Struck One" but it's still way better than most other things. Would have had them at 98% too but hey, no one is up there with the Beatles. Wilco: 95% - Even though most people don't enjoy SBS and WTA, I do. Paul Simon: 95% - Really, what's not to like? Especially lyrically, he's just about untouchable. Band o

Let It Die - Feist It Feels So Good - Dan Reeder Your Love is Forever - Ben Bridwell (George Harrison Cover) Shell Games - Bright Eyes Calculating Bimbo - Belle and Sebastian Nobody But Me - The Drifters Two Songs that I know - Dan Reeder I Don't Really Want To Talk To You - Dan Reeder When My Time Comes - Dawes Bitch Nation - Dan Reeder Rene and Georgette Magritte With Their Dog After The War - Paul Simon Little Lou, Ugly Jack, Prophet John - Belle and Sebastian Don't Walk Way - Chromeo The Right Type - Chromeo As Time Goes By - Harry Nilsson This Is Where I Get Off - Robbie Robertson Night b

So, when I have a question I have no idea how to answer, I turn to the collective brainpower of the VC community. So here I am, hoping you folks can help. I'm looking for a new bank. I was with Chase and couldn't stand it. Joined my local credit union and wasn't happy as well. So, I was wondering, does anyone have any suggestions of a bank that doesn't suck the blood of the innocent and hasn't taken advantage of people for the last thousand years? I'd really prefer to not give my business to those who are responsible for so much of the financial vomit in this country. So any suggestions?

So, I asked a while back for advice on buying a camera, and I ended up getting a really nice used Canon Rebel x2i and I love it and am thrilled with it. But, I'm looking at possibly upgrading to a better flash than what's on the camera. Here's the big question.... ANY SUGGESTIONS? I'm looking for something not too expensive but will give me a good result (as every consumer ever is, I suppose). Any help would be appreciated.

Glad to hear other people are supporting/enjoying his music! You're my favorite waste of time is probably my favorite song of his.

I don't think it's ironic at all. I think there is something about the way the melody and words work together, and what they mean that is really heartbreaking and prideful at the same time. There is something stunning and utterly patriotic about hearing this song performed in front of 40,000 people, all standing in silence out of respect for something bigger than themselves. It's pretty incredible. Also, I think so much of the early Bee-Gees stuff is underrated. Many of their early albums contain so many good songs, it's a shame people only know them for their disco stuff. I would add the so

I know lists similar to this one have been done before, but I don't think this specifically. Anyway, I was curious as what songs VCers find so gorgeous and break their heart at the same time. They don't necessarily have to be sad, or anything of that nature. Just really beautiful songs that hit you in the pit of your stomach. I'll start with a few: Light Catches Your Face - Bell X1 Out of the Blue - The Band Overs - Simon and Garfunkel Detlef Schrempf - Band of Horses Suburban War - Arcade Fire It Just Is - Rilo Kiley Take it away!

Reading this currently: And not enjoying it as much as I want to. I feel like while heartfelt, a good portion of it is just seeing how much random and obscure music he can reference. I don't know. I'm already halfway done with it and really just want to get through it. Not horribly written or anything, I guess I'm just really not connecting with the tragicness of it on an emotional level.

Any Marshall Crenshaw fans out there? I think he's really a great, underrated and under-talked about songwriter. I heard a great quote about him that he just came along at the wrong time, and in any other decade, he probably would have had more success. Plus, he graduated from the same high school I did, and is a much cooler claim to fame than Booger from Revenge of the Nerds. Anyway, if you aren't familiar with Marshall, I'd suggest these tracks: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hwE58OUShE8 (This was his biggest hit, and probably sounds familiar to a good amount of folks). You're My F

I think the mistake here is equating Atheism with being some sort of belief system. I think atheism is simply taking the evidence for what we know about life and the universe and deducing the only thing that makes sense, logically. Atheism is without a leap of faith and one doesn't have to suspend rational thinking, as well as reality to believe it. I think that quote is very evident of the difference between religious thinkers, and atheistic thinkers. Whereas atheism is seeing a lack of evidence for a supreme being, therefor choosing not to acknowledge some far-fetched notion that the

Yep. All the personal crap aside, Robertson is an incredible songwriter and musician, and really an all around great artist. Rick's bassplaying is second only to Paul McCartney in terms of influential on me. Both were masters at their craft, and could sing the hell out of the song too. It's sad that he isn't mentioned more in conversations about the greatest bassplayers. I agree with pretty much everything you just said. The tribute album was horrible but MMJ did an excellent job. One of my friends named his Fantasy Team "the Fighting Levons" after the Band, and I once was in a group

Wait Wait Don't Tell Me always gets a week's worth of listening from me.

Hmmm, I appreciate the responses everyone. I'm thinking that the http://www.amazon.com/Canon-T2i-Digital-3-0-Inch-18-55mm/dp/B0035FZJHQ/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1299071392&sr=8-2 seems just about perfect for what I'm looking for. I like the flexibility of being able to upgrade lenses and flashes later on when I have more disposable income. Do you have any experience with this camera okp greg? I was astounded by the pretty much only positive reviews I've read for it all over these internets. Ha. Now, if it came down in price about 200 dollars it would be beyond perfect, hah. But I think i

So, my birthday is coming up and everybody in my family wants to pool their money/get me gift certificates to get me a new digital camera (because that's what I want). I'm looking for something anywhere in the $300 - $750 range. I'm really interested in expanding my photography equipment, although I really don't have any idea where to begin. I don't need anything that has a ton of bells and whistles, just something really solid that takes nice pictures, and is fairly user friendly. If anyone has any suggestions as to what they use, or something they recommend, I'd sure appreciate you posting t

Has anyone ever made/had Buttered Rum? Martin made it on an episode of Fraiser I was just watching and it sounds delicious. If anyone has had it, can anyone recommend a recipe?

Nice to see Bobby Bare Jr. get a couple of mentions. A-Storm-A-Tree-My-Mother's-Head is a great album, although I think seeing him play it live really sold it for me. Without a doubt my favorite album of the year has to be: It's one of those albums that has become instantly familiar to me, and that only seem to come around every couple of years. Great to see them branch out sound and songwriting wise. Beautiful album. Also really liked: and was surprised to see it go unmentioned.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rUYdGe70hBs I thought of this beautiful song by Joe Walsh as well. He wrote it about his young daughter who died. It's a really unique sound for him, and a really great, sad song, with pure, emotional, simplistic lyrics. Song For Emma - Joe Walsh There's a feeling you get when you look to the sky as if someone is watching, someone hears every word. We are filled with regret, it was such a short time, but we told him we loved you, hoping some how he heard. (we hope he heard). You were with us for a while then he took you and he made your mama cry. I can

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AcUo9M9rfH0 Granted this is probably stupid to post on this board, but it was the first thing I thought of that really kind of fit (what I'm thinking) is what you're looking for. Great lyrics, and provide a hopeful look at things, I think. Surely one of their most touching songs, although in a reading, I'd probably cut out the "yeahs" ha. I always thought it was particularly moving when says "We'll be together, yeah" in the second verse for some reason. On and on and on we’ll stay together yeah On and on and on we’ll be together yeah You and I will try

What do you want? I want food and pussy. How come? It's just the way god made me. Is it alright? I guess it must be okay. Whobop bop bop shang a lang a lang lang - Dan Reeder "Food and Pussy" http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qCgIMqnH2MA

I'm thinking of heading to this show. I love the Ark, and would love to see the AD live. It's such a great place for a show. Hopefully tickets will still be available the day of, so I can buy them at the door.

I don't remember who it was who first recommended this book on here, but on the off chance my local library had it, I checked and lo and behold! they did. I checked it out on Thursday and literally just finished it three seconds ago, and I just have to report how much I enjoyed it. It was absolutely gorgeously written and held my attention like few other books have. This will be a book I recommend with high praise. If any of you haven't read it, or are considering reading it, do yourself a favor and pick up a copy. It's just perfect. I'm considering reading Anyone have any thoughts on th

My favorite piece of music, in any genre, has to be: IX. Nimrod from the Enigma Variations by Edward Elgar This is one of those pieces of music that you just have to stop and do nothing and pay attention to the beauty of it. Every time I listen to it I get the exact same feeling of optimism, and sheer bliss. You really get a sense of what kind of amazing things human beings are capable of when you listen to it. I sincerely hope you'll give it a listen and enjoy.