LouisvilleGreg Posted January 12, 2009 Share Posted January 12, 2009 "The Wrestler" has yet to arrive in Richmond, but it's coming soon. Looks like it should be pretty great. Meanwhile Golden Globes for Bruce and Rourke. Taken from Backstreets.com: THEY'RE GOLDEN: SPRINGSTEEN & ROURKE WIN FOR THE WRESTLERLast night at the Golden Globes, Bruce Springsteen and Patti Scialfa shared a table with fellow Wrestler players such as Darren Aronfsky, Evan Rachel Wood, and Mickey Rourke, and it was a big night for the film. Springsteen didn't have to wait long for his moment, as "Best Original Song" was the second award of the night, and "The Wrestler" took the honor. Springsteen made his way to the stage to receive the statue from his old pal Sting and give his thanks. This is the only time I'm gonna be in competition with Clint Eastwood [laughs]. Felt pretty good, too! Anyway, Mickey called me in Ireland and he asked me for some music.He told me a little bit about the character; he said some people invest themselves in their pain, and they turn away from love and the things that strengthen and nurture their lives. He said this was a guy that hadn't figured that out. So I said, "Well, I know a couple of those guys...." And so, the song. First and foremost, I'd like to thank Mickey -- without the call I wouldn't have written the song, without his inspiration -- thank you, brother, for a beautiful performance, thank you for thinking of me! I'd like to thank Darren and all the folks involved with the film, for letting me be a small part of their picture -- thank you. Love to my strong and lovely wife Patti; hello to Evan, Jess and Sam at home; happy birthday, Big Man Clarence Clemons! Springsteen appeared rightfully pleased with his own award, but not quite as happy as at the end of the night, when the announcement of Rourke as Best Actor was clearly the big thrill. Talking about the long road back to this moment, Mickey saved his final thanks -- right after a moving thanks to his dogs -- for the Boss: "I wanna thank Bruce Springsteen... for everything, brother -- love you! Thank you so much." Quote Link to post Share on other sites
solace Posted January 12, 2009 Share Posted January 12, 2009 saw The Wrestler last Wed... it's pretty f'n awesome def one of the better films i've seen in the last year Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Vacant Horizon Posted January 12, 2009 Share Posted January 12, 2009 saw The Wrestler last Wed... it's pretty f'n awesome def one of the better films i've seen in the last year great movie. there's usually one good compelling movie a year for me and this was it. the bonus was the bruce song at the end. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
cre618 Posted January 12, 2009 Share Posted January 12, 2009 Another new song, "Surprise, Surprise" is out there. Man, I'm really worried about this release.... So far, 1 great one ("The Wrestler"), a couple OK ("Life Itself" and "My Lucky Day") and two completely awful songs ("Working on a Dream" and "Surprise, Surprise.") I think this will be the first Springsteen release that only gets played the first day. Oh well.....we'll see. Jack Quote Link to post Share on other sites
cre618 Posted January 12, 2009 Share Posted January 12, 2009 OK, now it's out there..... Hmmmm. A couple standout tracks, but overall, very light fare from Mr. Springsteen. Interested to see if Rolling Stone has the balls to give this one 5 stars. Jack Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Hollinger. Posted January 13, 2009 Share Posted January 13, 2009 Little help? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
imsjry Posted January 13, 2009 Share Posted January 13, 2009 Another new song, "Surprise, Surprise" is out there. Man, I'm really worried about this release.... LOVE "Surprise, Surprise". Classic radio-friendly pop song. How can you not like that song?? Folks, he ain't pulling out a "Backstreets" at this point. Embrace that and enjoy the music..... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
cre618 Posted January 13, 2009 Share Posted January 13, 2009 LOVE "Surprise, Surprise". Classic radio-friendly pop song. How can you not like that song?? Folks, he ain't pulling out a "Backstreets" at this point. Embrace that and enjoy the music..... You're right. I need to keep listening. Just used to a little more depth, I guess. Jack Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Hollinger. Posted January 13, 2009 Share Posted January 13, 2009 a few songs into the album and my initial reaction is that it's like a lost warren zevon record. that's not a bad thing. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
solace Posted January 13, 2009 Share Posted January 13, 2009 hmm... at least some rockers on here, was starting to worry from the 4 songs that we'd already heard. edit: yeah, i'm liking this a decent bit so far... i'm even enjoying Life Itself in the context of the album! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BornToRun86 Posted January 13, 2009 Share Posted January 13, 2009 Help please.... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
solace Posted January 13, 2009 Share Posted January 13, 2009 2 listens and i'm much more taken with this record than I was with Magic at first... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
tongue-tied lightning Posted January 13, 2009 Share Posted January 13, 2009 I feel the same way, was worried with the first songs that were released, but I may like this more than Magic ! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
cre618 Posted January 13, 2009 Share Posted January 13, 2009 Yeah....I have to say I may have jumped to conclusions. Not gonna be my top album of 2009, but a fun drive home. This should translate live much better than Magic. It's a grower, for sure. Jack Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Sir Stewart Posted January 13, 2009 Share Posted January 13, 2009 It's a grower, for sure.It just leaked, tonight! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Moss Posted January 13, 2009 Share Posted January 13, 2009 true. but this time it was (somewhat) deserved RE: Animal Collective - I was wondering if I should pick this up. Is it worth it? Pitchfork gave it 9.7 or something. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
cre618 Posted January 13, 2009 Share Posted January 13, 2009 It just leaked, tonight! I know. I have a long commute though. Like I said, I jump to conclusions.... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
solace Posted January 13, 2009 Share Posted January 13, 2009 RE: Animal Collective - I was wondering if I should pick this up. Is it worth it? Pitchfork gave it 9.7 or something. well... i think Pfork's review was pretty ridiculous and that score high, but i'd definitely check it out... it's pretty fun/enjoyable, and i've always found them vastly overrated prior. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
dbf65 Posted January 13, 2009 Share Posted January 13, 2009 Need some help on this one too. Any help. Accepting PMs Thanks Dave Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Sweet Papa Crimbo Posted January 13, 2009 Share Posted January 13, 2009 It leaked? Uh...could somebody hook a brutha up with a link? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
howdjadoo Posted January 13, 2009 Share Posted January 13, 2009 Goooooogle(Springsteen 2009) Hav't seen any Flac's yet(only a matter of hours probably) Quote Link to post Share on other sites
PigSooie Posted January 13, 2009 Share Posted January 13, 2009 I can't seem to find this. Help would be appreciated. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
bobfrombob Posted January 13, 2009 Share Posted January 13, 2009 If this doesn't show up on What or Demonoid by 5 pm, I will be looking for some help too (can't access either site from work). Cheers Quote Link to post Share on other sites
LouisvilleGreg Posted January 13, 2009 Share Posted January 13, 2009 Most all of the songs have popped up on youtube, only to be pulled shortly later. but, some have been reposted again. As to be expected there is lots of love it/hate it debate going on back and forth on the Springsteen boards. Very similar to the SBS threads around here. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Analogman Posted January 13, 2009 Share Posted January 13, 2009 Demonoid It's there. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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