Topic: Coming this Friday night! Father Merrin's 50 Greatest Albums of all time, RANKED! Stay tuned...
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U started this discussion 6 years ago #87,213
It promises to be the greatest music thread this forum has ever seen. I hope you'll join me for an evening of civilised musical discussion.
"Come, let us sing for joy to the LORD; let us shout aloud to the Rock of our salvation" - Psalm 95:1
"Come, let us sing for joy to the LORD; let us shout aloud to the Rock of our salvation" - Psalm 95:1
Anonymous B joined in and replied with this 6 years ago, 23 seconds later[^] [v] #998,433
Gay.
Fake anon !ZkUt8arUCU joined in and replied with this 6 years ago, 1 minute later, 1 minute after the original post[^] [v] #998,435
Awesome! I look forward to it. Don't let the haters get you down.
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) replied with this 6 years ago, 25 seconds later, 2 minutes after the original post[^] [v] #998,436
@previous (Fake anon !ZkUt8arUCU)
> Awesome! I look forward to it. Don't let the haters get you down.
Bless you friend, I never will!
> Awesome! I look forward to it. Don't let the haters get you down.
Bless you friend, I never will!
Anonymous D joined in and replied with this 6 years ago, 1 minute later, 3 minutes after the original post[^] [v] #998,438
@previous (Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U)
Probably music you listen to while committing acts of pedophilia.
Probably music you listen to while committing acts of pedophilia.
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) replied with this 6 years ago, 5 minutes later, 8 minutes after the original post[^] [v] #998,439
@previous (D)
> pedophilia.
This will be an occasion to discuss music. Please go elsewhere to talk about the subject that clearly precoccupies you.
> pedophilia.
This will be an occasion to discuss music. Please go elsewhere to talk about the subject that clearly precoccupies you.
Ben Johnson ? joined in and replied with this 6 years ago, 12 minutes later, 21 minutes after the original post[^] [v] #998,446
wow who wants to wait three days for this shit f u mark
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) replied with this 6 years ago, 4 minutes later, 25 minutes after the original post[^] [v] #998,449
Anonymous B replied with this 6 years ago, 2 minutes later, 27 minutes after the original post[^] [v] #998,450
Fake anon !ZkUt8arUCU replied with this 6 years ago, 17 seconds later, 28 minutes after the original post[^] [v] #998,451
@998,446 (Ben Johnson ?)
I don't know what time it is in your shithole country but in AMERICA it's less than 2 days away.
I don't know what time it is in your shithole country but in AMERICA it's less than 2 days away.
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) replied with this 6 years ago, 1 minute later, 29 minutes after the original post[^] [v] #998,452
Ben Johnson ? replied with this 6 years ago, 59 minutes later, 1 hour after the original post[^] [v] #998,491
mordor joined in and replied with this 6 years ago, 2 minutes later, 1 hour after the original post[^] [v] #998,493
18 hours an 10 minutes until friday
Anonymous G joined in and replied with this 6 years ago, 1 hour later, 2 hours after the original post[^] [v] #998,519
Anyone placing any bets on how many Tool albums the list will feature?
Anonymous H joined in and replied with this 6 years ago, 44 minutes later, 3 hours after the original post[^] [v] #998,530
Finally. The full and definitive list of dadrock albums will be posted.
Anonymous I joined in and replied with this 6 years ago, 48 minutes later, 4 hours after the original post[^] [v] #998,535
lol pedofilth
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) replied with this 6 years ago, 6 hours later, 11 hours after the original post[^] [v] #998,607
@998,519 (G)
> Anyone placing any bets on how many Tool albums the list will feature?
Given their regrettably tiny discography, I'm not sure how many bookmakers would take your bet! Also, I'm not comfortable encouraging gambling.
> Anyone placing any bets on how many Tool albums the list will feature?
Given their regrettably tiny discography, I'm not sure how many bookmakers would take your bet! Also, I'm not comfortable encouraging gambling.
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) double-posted this 6 years ago, 3 minutes later, 11 hours after the original post[^] [v] #998,608
@998,530 (H)
> Finally. The full and definitive list of dadrock albums will be posted.
Indeed yes! Following extensive questions on here I think I've finally come up with a workable definition of the term:
Dadrock is rock music that isn't necessarily rock music which is enjoyed by dads who aren't necessarily dads and was composed sometime between the birth of Hildegard von Bingen and this morning.
So yes, I do believe I am going to provide the definitive list tomorrow! Stay tuned...
> Finally. The full and definitive list of dadrock albums will be posted.
Indeed yes! Following extensive questions on here I think I've finally come up with a workable definition of the term:
Dadrock is rock music that isn't necessarily rock music which is enjoyed by dads who aren't necessarily dads and was composed sometime between the birth of Hildegard von Bingen and this morning.
So yes, I do believe I am going to provide the definitive list tomorrow! Stay tuned...
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) triple-posted this 6 years ago, 37 seconds later, 11 hours after the original post[^] [v] #998,609
@998,493 (mordor)
> 18 hours an 10 minutes until friday
Exciting isn't it! Bless you for staying tuned...
> 18 hours an 10 minutes until friday
Exciting isn't it! Bless you for staying tuned...
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) quadruple-posted this 6 years ago, 1 minute later, 11 hours after the original post[^] [v] #998,610
@998,535 (I)
> pedo
This is a thread for the discussion of music. Kindy go elsewhere if you wish to talk about the subjects that clearly preoccupy you.
> pedo
This is a thread for the discussion of music. Kindy go elsewhere if you wish to talk about the subjects that clearly preoccupy you.
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) quintuple-posted this 6 years ago, 2 minutes later, 11 hours after the original post[^] [v] #998,611
@998,491 (Ben Johnson ?)
> who cares
You should, my Tongan friend! It'll be an opportunity to discuss some very fine albums.
> who cares
You should, my Tongan friend! It'll be an opportunity to discuss some very fine albums.
Anonymous I replied with this 6 years ago, 8 hours later, 19 hours after the original post[^] [v] #998,716
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Faggotq
Fake anon !ZkUt8arUCU replied with this 6 years ago, 11 hours later, 1 day after the original post[^] [v] #998,952
I hope everyone is ready and excited for this list!!!
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) replied with this 6 years ago, 33 minutes later, 1 day after the original post[^] [v] #998,954
Indeed the day has arrived!! The festivities will begin later today. I hope everyone is suitably excited and is staying tuned for my 50-album countdown...
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Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) replied with this 6 years ago, 2 hours later, 1 day after the original post[^] [v] #999,065
Let us begin! I shall do this in blocks of 10 albums, counting down from 50. #50: No More Shall We Part by Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds.
A beautiful and intimate collection of meditations on love, loss and suffering.
Essential tracks: Love Letter, We Came Along This Road, Darker With The Day.
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) double-posted this 6 years ago, 2 minutes later, 1 day after the original post[^] [v] #999,068
#49 Atom Heart Mother by Pink FloydThe beginning of the Gilmour era, and hints of the genius to come.
Essential tracks: Atom Heart Mother, Summer '68
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Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) triple-posted this 6 years ago, 3 minutes later, 1 day after the original post[^] [v] #999,073
#48 Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars by David BowieAn exuberant celebration of identity.
Essential tracks: Five Years, Starman, Suffragette City.
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) quadruple-posted this 6 years ago, 10 minutes later, 1 day after the original post[^] [v] #999,076
#47 Little Earthquakes by Tori AmosOne of the all-time great debuts.
Essential tracks: Precious Things, Crucify, Winter
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) quintuple-posted this 6 years ago, 2 minutes later, 1 day after the original post[^] [v] #999,078
#46 Colors by Between The Buried And MeManic progressive metal, I'd call it the best of its kind if it weren't utterly unique.
Essential tracks: Sun of Nothing, Ants of the Sky, White Walls.
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) sextuple-posted this 6 years ago, 4 minutes later, 1 day after the original post[^] [v] #999,080
#45 Amnesiac by RadioheadA brave departure after the mega-success of the overrated OK Computer.
Essential tracks: Pyramid Song, Like Spinning Plates, Life in a Glasshouse
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) septuple-posted this 6 years ago, 6 minutes later, 1 day after the original post[^] [v] #999,081
#44 Thick As A Brick by Jethro Tull1 song, 44 minutes. They don't make 'em like they used to.
Essential songs: errm...Thick As A Brick?
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) octuple-posted this 6 years ago, 5 minutes later, 1 day after the original post[^] [v] #999,082
#43 Bat Out Of Hell by Meat LoafCheesiest album ever made. Also a wonderful piece of nostalgia for a time that never actually existed, but if only it had.
Essential tracks: Bat Out Of Hell, Two Out Of Three Ain't Bad, For Crying Out Loud.
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) nonuple-posted this 6 years ago, 3 minutes later, 1 day after the original post[^] [v] #999,083
#42 The Future by Leonard CohenThe most mature album of a man who was mature centuries before his time. This man said things that will make sense only to distant generations.
Essential tracks: The Future, Waiting For The Miracle, Democracy.
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) decuple-posted this 6 years ago, 4 minutes later, 1 day after the original post[^] [v] #999,086
#41 Tales From The Punchbowl by PrimusSurreal madness mixed with deceptively clever lyrics. Claypool's bass is a dream, and the drummer's no slouch either.
Essential tracks: Professor Nutbutter's House of Treats, Wynona's Big Brown Beaver, Southbound Pachyderm.
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) undecuple-posted this 6 years ago, 19 seconds later, 1 day after the original post[^] [v] #999,087
10 down, time for a break...
Ananthanarayanan M R joined in and replied with this 6 years ago, 2 minutes later, 1 day after the original post[^] [v] #999,088
That's some good dadrock!
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) replied with this 6 years ago, 6 minutes later, 1 day after the original post[^] [v] #999,092
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A Fellow Creative replied with this 6 years ago, 40 minutes later, 1 day after the original post[^] [v] #999,102
great selections thus far, eagerly awaiting the completion of your list
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) replied with this 6 years ago, 1 hour later, 1 day after the original post[^] [v] #999,118
And continuing!#40 The Dreaming by Kate Bush
Beautiful psychedelic insanity from England's rose.
Essential tracks: Suspended In Gaffa, Night Of The Swallow, Houdini
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) double-posted this 6 years ago, 3 minutes later, 1 day after the original post[^] [v] #999,119
#39 The Number of the Beast by Iron MaidenThe crowning glory of the New Wave of British Heavy Metal.
Essential tracks: Children of the Damned, 22 Acacia Avenue, Hallowed Be Thy Name.
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) triple-posted this 6 years ago, 4 minutes later, 1 day after the original post[^] [v] #999,120
#38 Pet Sounds by The Beach BoysThe album that pushed The Beatles to their own stratospheric late-60s heights.
Essential tracks: Wouldn't It Be Nice, God Only Knows, Sloop John B.
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) quadruple-posted this 6 years ago, 4 minutes later, 1 day after the original post[^] [v] #999,121
#37 Antichrist Superstar by Marilyn MansonPerhaps surprising coming from me, but it's an extraordinarily well-written concept.
Essential tracks: Cryptorchid, Antichrist Superstar, Man That You Fear.
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) quintuple-posted this 6 years ago, 30 minutes later, 2 days after the original post[^] [v] #999,128
#36 Aenima by ToolThe title alludes to the melding of the soul and an expulsion. This album is an experience.
Essential tracks: Stinkfist, Eulogy, Pushit.
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) sextuple-posted this 6 years ago, 4 minutes later, 2 days after the original post[^] [v] #999,129
#35 Chicago Transit Authority by Chicago Transit AuthorityA precurser to what would become jazz fusion. Terry Kath was such a great and innovative guitarist that Jimi Hendrix himself made a tribute to him upon his death.
Essential tracks: Questions 67 & 68, Listen, Liberation.
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) septuple-posted this 6 years ago, 3 minutes later, 2 days after the original post[^] [v] #999,130
#34 Starless and Bible Black by King CrimsonNo matter how proficient you become on the guitar, you will never be able to play like Robert Fripp.
Essential tracks: The Night Watch, Starless and Bible Black, Fracture
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) octuple-posted this 6 years ago, 2 minutes later, 2 days after the original post[^] [v] #999,131
#33 Meddle by Pink FloydContains one of the 3 greatest songs ever written.
Essential tracks: One Of These Days, A Pillow of Winds, Echoes.
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) nonuple-posted this 6 years ago, 3 minutes later, 2 days after the original post[^] [v] #999,132
#32 Use Your Illusion Volumes 1 and 2 by Guns n RosesA slight cheat here because this slot includes both albums. For me, it all forms one incredible piece.
Essential tracks: Civil War, November Rain, Estranged.
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) decuple-posted this 6 years ago, 4 minutes later, 2 days after the original post[^] [v] #999,133
#31 Automatic For The People by R.E.MPossibly the finest pop-rock album of all time.
Essential tracks: The Sidewinder Sleeps Tonite, Man On The Moon, Find The River.
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) undecuple-posted this 6 years ago, 6 minutes later, 2 days after the original post[^] [v] #999,134
#30 Elliott Smith by Elliott SmithRest in peace to one of the finest, most sensitive, and most soulful singer-songwriters.
Essential tracks: Needle In The Hay, St Ides Heaven, The Biggest Lie.
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) duodecuple-posted this 6 years ago, 2 minutes later, 2 days after the original post[^] [v] #999,136
#29 Amused To Death by Roger WatersAlmost 30 years ago, Roger Waters saw exactly where we were heading as a species.
Essential tracks: What God Wants Parts 1, 2 and 3, The Bravery of Being Out Of Range, Amused To Death.
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Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) tridecuple-posted this 6 years ago, 4 minutes later, 2 days after the original post[^] [v] #999,137
#28 Tusk by Fleetwood MacA spawling, incoherent, drug-induced monument to 70s excess. With some of the greatest songs ever written.
Essential tracks: Storms, Beautiful Child, Tusk.
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) quattuodecuple-posted this 6 years ago, 2 minutes later, 2 days after the original post[^] [v] #999,138
#27 And Justice For All by MetallicaA sprawling, incoherent, grief-induced monument to 80s thrash-metal excess. With some of the greatest metal songs ever written.
Essential tracks: Blackened, And Justice For All, One.
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) sexadecuple-posted this 6 years ago, 4 minutes later, 2 days after the original post[^] [v] #999,139
#26 Physical Graffiti by Led Zeppelin. Somewhere in this is the greatest single album ever made. As it is, it's an amazing double album.
Essential tracks: In My Time of Dying, Kashmir, Ten Years Gone.
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) sedecuple-posted this 6 years ago, 2 minutes later, 2 days after the original post[^] [v] #999,141
Join me tomorrow for the final countdown (which won't make the list) from 25 to 1! And God bless us all.
Fake anon !ZkUt8arUCU replied with this 6 years ago, 21 minutes later, 2 days after the original post[^] [v] #999,154
@999,120 (Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U)
I'd say this album contributed more to the success of the Beach Boys than the Beatles but I was very young when this album came out.
I'd say this album contributed more to the success of the Beach Boys than the Beatles but I was very young when this album came out.
Fake anon !ZkUt8arUCU double-posted this 6 years ago, 1 minute later, 2 days after the original post[^] [v] #999,155
Oh also yeah these albums are ok or whatever.
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) replied with this 6 years ago, 4 minutes later, 2 days after the original post[^] [v] #999,157
@999,154 (Fake anon !ZkUt8arUCU)
> I'd say this album contributed more to the success of the Beach Boys than the Beatles but I was very young when this album came out.
And you'd be wrong. The Beach Boys and The Beatles had a rivalry going on in the mid 60s, and without Pet Sounds there would have been no Sgt Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band the following year. McCartney credits Pet Sounds (both the song-writing and the production techniques) with pushing The Beatles to new innovative heights. Pet Sounds ended up being the making of the 'great' Beatles era, whereas it was effectively the end of the Beach Boys.
> I'd say this album contributed more to the success of the Beach Boys than the Beatles but I was very young when this album came out.
And you'd be wrong. The Beach Boys and The Beatles had a rivalry going on in the mid 60s, and without Pet Sounds there would have been no Sgt Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band the following year. McCartney credits Pet Sounds (both the song-writing and the production techniques) with pushing The Beatles to new innovative heights. Pet Sounds ended up being the making of the 'great' Beatles era, whereas it was effectively the end of the Beach Boys.
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chill dog !!81dzJNNYL joined in and replied with this 6 years ago, 29 minutes later, 2 days after the original post[^] [v] #999,159
> let us shout aloud to the Rock of our salvation
You know that saint Peter's birth name is Simon
You know that Petros means rock
(hence upon this rock i build my church)
You realise that jesus was calling simon reliable but dense as fuck
(before you revile me due to my areligiosity this is something i learned from the professor of my early christian church history course who is a lifelong catholic)
You know that saint Peter's birth name is Simon
You know that Petros means rock
(hence upon this rock i build my church)
You realise that jesus was calling simon reliable but dense as fuck
(before you revile me due to my areligiosity this is something i learned from the professor of my early christian church history course who is a lifelong catholic)
Anonymous G replied with this 6 years ago, 33 minutes later, 2 days after the original post[^] [v] #999,162
(Citing a deleted or non-existent reply.)
Imagine being so silly as to take the gospels as gospel. You might be dense as fuck too, but you have a pretty decent taste in music. I like list so far!
Imagine being so silly as to take the gospels as gospel. You might be dense as fuck too, but you have a pretty decent taste in music. I like list so far!
A Fellow Creative replied with this 6 years ago, 3 hours later, 2 days after the original post[^] [v] #999,181
A Fellow Creative double-posted this 6 years ago, 1 minute later, 2 days after the original post[^] [v] #999,183
I wonder how high you’re going to put Lateralus
A Fellow Creative triple-posted this 6 years ago, 2 minutes later, 2 days after the original post[^] [v] #999,185
Also I’m wondering if Bjork will make any appearances, your inclusion of Kate Bush and Tori Amos leads me to believe yes but it’s hard to know for certain
I await further updates with bated breath!
I await further updates with bated breath!
tteh !MemesToDNA joined in and replied with this 6 years ago, 4 hours later, 2 days after the original post[^] [v] #999,254
I am pleasantly surprised with this list.
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) replied with this 6 years ago, 1 hour later, 2 days after the original post[^] [v] #999,274
Five more!#25 The Lamb Lies Down On Broadway by Genesis
A concept album about...well, literally no one knows, including Peter Gabriel. Something about a Puerto Rican and a monster that looks like an STD. An exhilirating musical journey through senseless delirium.
Essential tracks: The Carpet Crawlers, In The Cage, Counting Out Time
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) double-posted this 6 years ago, 7 minutes later, 2 days after the original post[^] [v] #999,275
#24 (What's the Story) Morning Glory? by Oasis. Yes that whole 90s 'Britpop' thing was largely awful (Cast, The Verve, Ocean Colour Scene), but it did produce some decent stuff too (Oasis, Blur and...er...). This is the best record of the genre, and its b-sides (Acquiesce, The Masterplan, Talk Tonight...) were stronger than every other Britpop band's main albums.
Essential tracks: Champagne Supernova, Cast No Shadow, Some Might Say
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) triple-posted this 6 years ago, 4 minutes later, 2 days after the original post[^] [v] #999,276
#23 10,000 Days by ToolLess consistent than Aenima (the Wings For Marie suite is overrated), but its highs are higher, pun very much intended.
Essential tracks: Rosetta Stoned, Right In Two, Vicarious
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) quadruple-posted this 6 years ago, 7 minutes later, 2 days after the original post[^] [v] #999,277
#22 F#A# Infinity by Godspeed You! Black EmperorWalking music for a loner. The most profoundly depressing yet somehow revivifying music I've ever heard.
Essential tracks: all 3 of them.
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) quintuple-posted this 6 years ago, 4 minutes later, 2 days after the original post[^] [v] #999,278
#21 Quadrophenia by The WhoFor me this is the culmination of everything that was great about The Who, and as such their masterpiece (which means there'll be no Tommy or Who's Next on this list). John Entwistle and Keith Moon were probably the greatest rhythm section a band ever had.
Essential tracks: Doctor Jimmy, The Rock, Love Reign o'er Me.
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) sextuple-posted this 6 years ago, 40 seconds later, 2 days after the original post[^] [v] #999,279
Numbers 20-11 will be along later. Stay tuned, and in the meantime have a safe and blessed day!
Mosquito Valentine⚡ replied with this 6 years ago, 3 hours later, 2 days after the original post[^] [v] #999,310
@999,131 (Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U)> #33 Meddle by Pink Floyd
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> Contains one of the 3 greatest songs ever written.
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> Essential tracks: One Of These Days, A Pillow of Winds, Echoes.
don't forget San Tropez
Anonymous P joined in and replied with this 6 years ago, 2 hours later, 2 days after the original post[^] [v] #999,348
I listened to love reign oer me and turned off in disgust after thirty seconds because it was obvious that the who was just slapping his big old dick on that piano
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) replied with this 6 years ago, 22 seconds later, 2 days after the original post[^] [v] #999,349
5 more!#20 Grace For Drowning by Steven Wilson
The 2nd and best solo album by Porcupine Tree mastermind Steven Wilson. A sprawling double album taking in everything from pop tunes to a 23-minute jazz suite about 'BTK' serial killer Dennis Rader.
Essential tracks: Deform to Form a Star, Remainder the Black Dog, Raider II
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) double-posted this 6 years ago, 2 minutes later, 2 days after the original post[^] [v] #999,353
#19 Master of Puppets by MetallicaBest metal album ever written. That is all.
Essential tracks: Master of Puppets, Disposable Heroes, Orion.
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) triple-posted this 6 years ago, 3 minutes later, 2 days after the original post[^] [v] #999,357
#18 The Beatles (white album) by The BeatlesLess cohesive than their other albums, and with some utter dreck on it to be sure (Ob-La-Di, Ob-La-Da anyone?), but there are something like 15 of the greatest and weirdest psychedelic 'pop' tunes ever written on this behemoth of a double album.
Essential tracks: Helter Skelter, Happiness Is A Warm Gun, While My Guitar Gently Weeps.
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) quadruple-posted this 6 years ago, 2 minutes later, 2 days after the original post[^] [v] #999,358
#17 Relayer by YesMore refined than Close To the Edge, less self-indulgent than Tales From Topographic Oceans. The perfect Yes album in other words.
Essential tracks: all 3 of them.
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) quintuple-posted this 6 years ago, 3 minutes later, 2 days after the original post[^] [v] #999,361
#16 Skeleton Tree by Nick Cave and the Bad SeedsThe most recent album on this list, this 2016 record (his latest) also happens to be the best of Nick Cave's remarkable career. Written in part as a reaction to the tragic death of his son, this is the most emotionally draining album I've ever heard.
Essential tracks: I Need You, Distant Sky, Skeleton Tree.
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Anonymous Q joined in and replied with this 6 years ago, 21 minutes later, 2 days after the original post[^] [v] #999,410
I hope there's some Queen coming up in this list. You cannot make a list of the best dadrock without Queen.
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) replied with this 6 years ago, 25 minutes later, 2 days after the original post[^] [v] #999,412
@previous (Q)
> I hope there's some Queen coming up in this list. You cannot make a list of the best dadrock without Queen.
Stay tuned, here come 5 more!
> I hope there's some Queen coming up in this list. You cannot make a list of the best dadrock without Queen.
Stay tuned, here come 5 more!
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) double-posted this 6 years ago, 9 minutes later, 2 days after the original post[^] [v] #999,413
#15 IV by Led ZeppelinAs the band fell apart towards the end of the 70s, John Bonham was the one member who showed signs that he was just getting started on his incredible development (see Bonzo's Montreux) before having his life cut tragically short. This album - their masterpiece - contains possibly his greatest performance.
Essential tracks: Black Dog, Stairway to Heaven, When The Levee Breaks.
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) triple-posted this 6 years ago, 6 minutes later, 2 days after the original post[^] [v] #999,414
#14 Dire Straits by Dire StraitsThis understated gem of a record arrived just as the punk and heavy metal genres were being created. Dire Straits would go on to be one of the biggest bands of the 80s, with a string of hits that were almost entirely awful (Money For Nothing for example). But this fine, smooth, laid-back exercise in flawless virtuosity from the late 70s makes it one of the great rock debuts.
Essential tracks: Down To The Waterline, Sultans of Swing, Six Blade Knife.
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) quadruple-posted this 6 years ago, 4 minutes later, 2 days after the original post[^] [v] #999,416
#13 Security by Peter GabrielMore properly titled 'Peter Gabriel 4', the record label decided that, having allowed him to not give a title to any of his previous 3 solo albums, enough was enough. So 'Security' it is. And it's a fitting title for this remarkable piece of work that explores the fundamental loneliness at the heart of human experience.
Essential tracks: The Rhythm of the Heat, San Jacinto, Lay Your Hands On Me
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) quintuple-posted this 6 years ago, 3 minutes later, 2 days after the original post[^] [v] #999,418
#12 Rubber Soul by The BeatlesTheir most perfect album. Every track here is a gem, and it blends perfectly the pop exuberence of their earlier work with the extraordinary sophistication of what was to come.
Essential tracks: Michelle, Girl, Run For Your Life
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) sextuple-posted this 6 years ago, 10 minutes later, 2 days after the original post[^] [v] #999,425
#11 Dusk and Her Embrace by Cradle of FilthAnd I'm not even joking. I find the 'black metal' genre to be the silliest style of music ever created, but this album has an energy and an atmosphere about it that I love. And profanity aside, Dani Filth is a very literate lyricist, well-versed in the great poets of ancient Rome, who are my main literary love.
Essential tracks: Funeral in Carpathia, A Gothic Romance, Haunted Shores.
Anonymous G replied with this 6 years ago, 20 seconds later, 2 days after the original post[^] [v] #999,426
@999,414 (Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U)
> Dire Straits would go on to be one of the biggest bands of the 80s, with a string of hits that were almost entirely awful (Money For Nothing for example). But this fine, smooth, laid-back exercise in flawless virtuosity from the late 70s makes it one of the great rock debuts.
This some great stuff to say next time I find myself putting on a plastic rain slicker. I'll have to commit a lot of these reviews to memory.
> Dire Straits would go on to be one of the biggest bands of the 80s, with a string of hits that were almost entirely awful (Money For Nothing for example). But this fine, smooth, laid-back exercise in flawless virtuosity from the late 70s makes it one of the great rock debuts.
This some great stuff to say next time I find myself putting on a plastic rain slicker. I'll have to commit a lot of these reviews to memory.
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) replied with this 6 years ago, 32 seconds later, 2 days after the original post[^] [v] #999,427
Into the top ten!! Let's keep going...
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) double-posted this 6 years ago, 41 seconds later, 2 days after the original post[^] [v] #999,428
tteh !MemesToDNA replied with this 6 years ago, 50 seconds later, 2 days after the original post[^] [v] #999,429
I hope #1 is Minichan's 1,000,000th post.
Anonymous G replied with this 6 years ago, 2 minutes later, 2 days after the original post[^] [v] #999,430
@999,428 (Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U)
I really do like the list. I even agree with your choice to include Cradle of Filth! I have fond memories of listening to that album.
I really do like the list. I even agree with your choice to include Cradle of Filth! I have fond memories of listening to that album.
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) replied with this 6 years ago, 58 seconds later, 2 days after the original post[^] [v] #999,432
#10 The Seer by Swans2 hours of eeriness, madness, and pure sonic assault. I tend to think this must be the most gruelling listening experience you can have with a single album. The title track alone, all 32 mind-numbingly repetitive minutes of it, is almost unbearable...yet in a weirdly beautiful way. 'Enjoying' this album isn't the point. It's about the catharsis.
Essential tracks: Lunacy, A Piece of the Sky, The Apostate
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) double-posted this 6 years ago, 6 minutes later, 2 days after the original post[^] [v] #999,433
#9 Dark Side of the Moon by Pink FloydAside from having the greatest ever album cover, this album was light years ahead of its time, and its themes of insanity and alienation are as relevant today as they were in '73, if not more so.
Essential tracks: Breathe, Time, Us and Them.
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) triple-posted this 6 years ago, 9 minutes later, 2 days after the original post[^] [v] #999,437
#8 Venus Isle by Eric JohnsonI like to imagine there is a special chamber in the 9th Circle of Hell for people who post Youtube links on forums. But on this occasion, I am praying God will forgive me for going against my own principle. This album is my vote for the greatest guitar album (forget Vai, Satriani, Gilbert et al). And the solo beginning at about 3:36 in this video is the most brilliantly-constructed guitar solo ever written. It's telling that nobody has ever been able to make a remotely accurate cover video of it. That's how unique and next-to-impossble it is. There are techniques going on here, not to mention that astonishing tone and legato playing, that even Vai, Satch and 8-year-old Koreans can't come close to mastering.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bB0qU_77C_o
Essential tracks: Manhattan, Lonely In The Night, When The Sun Meets The Sky
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) quadruple-posted this 6 years ago, 7 minutes later, 2 days after the original post[^] [v] #999,438
#7 Scenes From A Memory by Dream Theater70-odd minutes of self-indulgent technical w*nkery set to a nonsensical story about reincarnation. A work of genius.
Essential tracks: Fatal Tragedy, Home, Finally Free
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) quintuple-posted this 6 years ago, 4 minutes later, 2 days after the original post[^] [v] #999,441
#6 The Wall by Pink FloydThe 2nd greatest thing Canada has done for civilization (the 1st is coming up shortly) was having that drunk moron scale the fencing of the human cattle pen at Pink Floyd's Montreal gig in '77, thus giving Roger Waters the idea of building a wall between the band and the audience he had come to loathe.
Essential tracks: Hey You, Nobody Home, Comfortably Numb.
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) sextuple-posted this 6 years ago, 31 seconds later, 2 days after the original post[^] [v] #999,442
Taking a short break before the top 5. Stay tuned!
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) septuple-posted this 6 years ago, 31 minutes later, 2 days after the original post[^] [v] #999,453
#5 Either/Or by Elliott SmithHis best album, and as I suggested in an earlier post, he was taken from us all too soon. It would have been good enough if he'd only been blessed with that fantastic finger-picking style but on top of it he had that divine, fragile voice that seems to contain all the pain of the world. The movie Good Will Hunting wouldn't have been half the film it was without the tunes it borrowed from this album.
Essential tracks: Between The Bars, Angeles, Say Yes
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) octuple-posted this 6 years ago, 5 minutes later, 2 days after the original post[^] [v] #999,454
#4 Lateralus by ToolA lot of pretentious nonsense gets written about this band, and in particular this album, because of the whole 'Fibonacci sequence' time signatures and whatnot. I couldn't care less about that stuff. That kind of thing needs to work on a subliminal level if it's to have any relevance. You shouldn't have to read a set of math and musicology coursebooks to fully appreciate an album. Lateralus is simply a masterpiece of emotion married to exceptional playing. Danny Carey is the greatest living drummer in my opinion, and if anyone wants to argue that, I'd first advise them to listen to Ticks & Leeches.
Essential tracks: The Grudge, The Patient, Lateralus.
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) nonuple-posted this 6 years ago, 4 minutes later, 2 days after the original post[^] [v] #999,457
#3 Wish You Were Here by Pink FloydHow do you follow up Dark Side of the Moon? By toppping it. Shine On You Crazy Diamond is not so much 'prog rock' as it is a long, languid sexy jam. It's also my pick for best song ever written.
Essential tracks: Shine On You Crazy Diamond, Have A Cigar, Wish You Were Here.
Fake anon !ZkUt8arUCU replied with this 6 years ago, 54 minutes later, 2 days after the original post[^] [v] #999,480
Oh wow it's so close to the top 2!!!!
tteh !MemesToDNA replied with this 6 years ago, 40 minutes later, 2 days after the original post[^] [v] #999,502
Exciting!
Anonymous R joined in and replied with this 6 years ago, 28 minutes later, 2 days after the original post[^] [v] #999,522
Classic dadrock
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) replied with this 6 years ago, 16 minutes later, 3 days after the original post[^] [v] #999,532
#2 Animals by Pink FloydLeftovers from the Wish You Were Here sessions and tour...and the greatest thing they'd ever do. How do you top both Dark Side of the Moon and Wish You Were Here? With this album. Gilmour's solo in Dogs is the most beautiful guitar solo I've ever heard.
Essential tracks: Dogs, Pigs, Sheep.
tteh !MemesToDNA replied with this 6 years ago, 37 minutes later, 3 days after the original post[^] [v] #999,544
I can't help but wonder if #1 will be expectation-subverting.
Fake anon !ZkUt8arUCU replied with this 6 years ago, 34 minutes later, 3 days after the original post[^] [v] #999,546
tteh !MemesToDNA replied with this 6 years ago, 1 minute later, 3 days after the original post[^] [v] #999,548
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) replied with this 6 years ago, 39 seconds later, 3 days after the original post[^] [v] #999,549
#1 Lift Your Skinny Fists Like Antennas to Heaven by Godspeed You! Black EmperorSometimes, against every instinct you possess, you just have to hand it to Canada. They don't do much of global note but when they do it's exceptional. This double album consists of a mere 4 tracks, but it's 87 minutes long. It's also my pick for the greatest album ever made. A beautiful, scary, ethereal experience. The opening 'song' (all 22 minutes of it) 'Storm' announces itself with one of the all-time great album openings, and it only gets better from there on. I don't know who narrates the start of 'Sleep', but God bless him and I share his desperate sadness for our collective loss of innocence. It's all flawless, and it takes the number 1 spot.
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) double-posted this 6 years ago, 2 minutes later, 3 days after the original post[^] [v] #999,551
Thank you for joining me on my musical journey this weekend my friends. God bless and keep us all!
"I will sing of your love and justice; to you, LORD, I will sing praise" - Psalm 101:1
"I will sing of your love and justice; to you, LORD, I will sing praise" - Psalm 101:1
A Fellow Creative replied with this 6 years ago, 1 minute later, 3 days after the original post[^] [v] #999,552
Awesome list OP
Anonymous G replied with this 6 years ago, 5 minutes later, 3 days after the original post[^] [v] #999,554
You found room for three Tool albums at 36, 23, and 4!
I would probably bump one of them for some Ministry or Slayer, but a great list overall.
@999,548 (tteh !MemesToDNA)
I was hoping for some Katy Perry too.
I would probably bump one of them for some Ministry or Slayer, but a great list overall.
@999,548 (tteh !MemesToDNA)
I was hoping for some Katy Perry too.
A Fellow Creative replied with this 6 years ago, 3 hours later, 3 days after the original post[^] [v] #999,584
Lateralus is an amazing album. I spent an entire summer during a darker period of my life with that album on repeat while I did nothing but play video games
Ananthanarayanan M R replied with this 6 years ago, 5 hours later, 3 days after the original post[^] [v] #999,633
why is flood not on this list
tteh !MemesToDNA replied with this 6 years ago, 5 hours later, 3 days after the original post[^] [v] #999,703
@999,554 (G)
I'd be interested in a list from you, even if it's only a top 10. It better feature some Katy Perry. ?
I'd be interested in a list from you, even if it's only a top 10. It better feature some Katy Perry. ?
Anonymous B replied with this 6 years ago, 23 minutes later, 3 days after the original post[^] [v] #999,719
@previous (tteh !MemesToDNA)
You know, my guidance counselor said to me once that I don't have to feel like a waste of space. But when Katy Perry says it, and she has fireworks coming out of her boobs. It just makes you feel special.
You know, my guidance counselor said to me once that I don't have to feel like a waste of space. But when Katy Perry says it, and she has fireworks coming out of her boobs. It just makes you feel special.
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) replied with this 6 years ago, 2 hours later, 3 days after the original post[^] [v] #999,785
@999,554 (G)
I too would be thrilled to see your own list! I'll be more than happy for this thread to become the general 'post your top albums' thread!
I too would be thrilled to see your own list! I'll be more than happy for this thread to become the general 'post your top albums' thread!
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) double-posted this 6 years ago, 5 minutes later, 3 days after the original post[^] [v] #999,786
@999,633 (Ananthanarayanan M R)> why is flood not on this list
Because Ween did their brand of quirky comedy alt-rock infinitely better, and even they didn't make the list.
Ananthanarayanan M R replied with this 6 years ago, 1 minute later, 3 days after the original post[^] [v] #999,787
Anonymous G replied with this 6 years ago, 1 hour later, 3 days after the original post[^] [v] #999,812
@999,703 (tteh !MemesToDNA)
@999,785 (Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U)
I don't know if I could come up a ranked list on the spot. At least, I couldn't come up with one that had compelling, internally consistent rules for inclusion and placement in the ranking without really giving it some thought. I think I'd probably throw a little more metal and 80s-90s rap and hip hop in the mix than Father Merrin does though. (and, of course, some Katy Perry)
> I'll be more than happy for this thread to become the general 'post your top albums' thread!
That sounds like a fun idea! We've had "what are you listening to" threads, but I don't know if we've had a good, long favorite albums thread before.
@999,785 (Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U)
I don't know if I could come up a ranked list on the spot. At least, I couldn't come up with one that had compelling, internally consistent rules for inclusion and placement in the ranking without really giving it some thought. I think I'd probably throw a little more metal and 80s-90s rap and hip hop in the mix than Father Merrin does though. (and, of course, some Katy Perry)
> I'll be more than happy for this thread to become the general 'post your top albums' thread!
That sounds like a fun idea! We've had "what are you listening to" threads, but I don't know if we've had a good, long favorite albums thread before.
Mosquito Valentine⚡ replied with this 6 years ago, 11 hours later, 4 days after the original post[^] [v] #1,000,170
Mosquito Valentine⚡ double-posted this 6 years ago, 1 minute later, 4 days after the original post[^] [v] #1,000,171
@999,549 (Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U)
wow you put all those --shit-- Beatles albums on, have lift yr skinny fists at #1, and didn't include f#a#∞?
oh wait it was #22
my bad
wow you put all those --shit-- Beatles albums on, have lift yr skinny fists at #1, and didn't include f#a#∞?
oh wait it was #22
my bad
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Mosquito Valentine⚡ triple-posted this 6 years ago, 59 seconds later, 4 days after the original post[^] [v] #1,000,172
Mosquito Valentine⚡ quadruple-posted this 6 years ago, 2 minutes later, 4 days after the original post[^] [v] #1,000,173
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) replied with this 6 years ago, 4 hours later, 4 days after the original post[^] [v] #1,000,217
@1,000,171 (Mosquito Valentine⚡)
> wow you put all those shit Beatles albums on
"All" 2 of them?
> didn't include f#a#∞?
umm....
> oh wait it was #22
You had quite a mare with that post didn't you? ;)
> my bad
Which is all good! Bless you friend.
> wow you put all those shit Beatles albums on
"All" 2 of them?
> didn't include f#a#∞?
umm....
> oh wait it was #22
You had quite a mare with that post didn't you? ;)
> my bad
Which is all good! Bless you friend.
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) double-posted this 6 years ago, 1 minute later, 4 days after the original post[^] [v] #1,000,218
@1,000,172 (Mosquito Valentine⚡)
> xo was better
Certainly great, but I prefer the more stripped-down low-fi sound of his first 3 albums.
> xo was better
Certainly great, but I prefer the more stripped-down low-fi sound of his first 3 albums.
Fake anon !ZkUt8arUCU replied with this 6 years ago, 24 minutes later, 4 days after the original post[^] [v] #1,000,249
Also there is not one death metal album here. Tragic.
tteh !MemesToDNA replied with this 6 years ago, 1 minute later, 4 days after the original post[^] [v] #1,000,255
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) replied with this 6 years ago, 4 minutes later, 4 days after the original post[^] [v] #1,000,261
@1,000,249 (Fake anon !ZkUt8arUCU)
> Also there is not one death metal album here. Tragic.
Not sure what the exact definition of 'death metal' is but I did consider including Children of Bodom's Follower The Reaper or Hatebreeder. Ultimately though they just missed the cut.
> Also there is not one death metal album here. Tragic.
Not sure what the exact definition of 'death metal' is but I did consider including Children of Bodom's Follower The Reaper or Hatebreeder. Ultimately though they just missed the cut.
Anonymous Q replied with this 6 years ago, 7 minutes later, 4 days after the original post[^] [v] #1,000,275
@1,000,255 (tteh !MemesToDNA)
No, Fake anon is correct. Death metal is some of the best music around. Thanks.
No, Fake anon is correct. Death metal is some of the best music around. Thanks.
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Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) replied with this 6 years ago, 2 minutes later, 4 days after the original post[^] [v] #1,000,278
Hmmm....
"The lyrical themes of death metal may invoke slasher film-stylized violence,[3] religion (sometimes Satanism), occultism, Lovecraftian horror, nature, mysticism, mythology, philosophy, science fiction, and politics,[4][5] and they may describe extreme acts, including mutilation, dissection, torture, rape, cannibalism, and necrophilia"
Lovely.
But anyway, looking at that Wiki page, I can't say I'm very familiar with many of those bands.
"The lyrical themes of death metal may invoke slasher film-stylized violence,[3] religion (sometimes Satanism), occultism, Lovecraftian horror, nature, mysticism, mythology, philosophy, science fiction, and politics,[4][5] and they may describe extreme acts, including mutilation, dissection, torture, rape, cannibalism, and necrophilia"
Lovely.
But anyway, looking at that Wiki page, I can't say I'm very familiar with many of those bands.
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Fake anon !ZkUt8arUCU replied with this 6 years ago, 1 hour later, 4 days after the original post[^] [v] #1,000,354
Anonymous I replied with this 6 years ago, 4 days later, 1 week after the original post[^] [v] #1,002,674
Why the fuck is this fucking pedocunt thread still sticky assholes? Get your fucking shit together.
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Anonymous I replied with this 6 years ago, 1 minute later, 1 week after the original post[^] [v] #1,002,771
@previous (Kook !!rcSrAtaAC)
I meant something bad happening to you you fucking dense bitch. Not too quick on the uptake, are you?
I meant something bad happening to you you fucking dense bitch. Not too quick on the uptake, are you?
Kook !!rcSrAtaAC replied with this 6 years ago, 55 seconds later, 1 week after the original post[^] [v] #1,002,774
Anonymous I replied with this 6 years ago, 1 minute later, 1 week after the original post[^] [v] #1,002,777
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Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) replied with this 6 years ago, 3 hours later, 1 week after the original post[^] [v] #1,002,835
@1,002,674 (I)
> Why the fuck is this fucking pedocunt thread still sticky assholes? Get your fucking shit together.
Heavens to Betsy, you're in quite a state here aren't you! Calm yourself my friend, it is not healthy to be so enraged. I shall pray that God calms you.
> Why the fuck is this fucking pedocunt thread still sticky assholes? Get your fucking shit together.
Heavens to Betsy, you're in quite a state here aren't you! Calm yourself my friend, it is not healthy to be so enraged. I shall pray that God calms you.
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) double-posted this 6 years ago, 55 seconds later, 1 week after the original post[^] [v] #1,002,837
@1,002,694 (Ananthanarayanan M R)
> This is one of the few threads where tg isn't defending pedos endlessly!
Please cite one thread, just one, where I have "defended pedos", 'endlessly' or otherwise. I shall wait...
> This is one of the few threads where tg isn't defending pedos endlessly!
Please cite one thread, just one, where I have "defended pedos", 'endlessly' or otherwise. I shall wait...
Ananthanarayanan M R replied with this 6 years ago, 1 minute later, 1 week after the original post[^] [v] #1,002,839
@previous (Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U)
do you think the catholic church is plagued by pedophiles in positions of power?
do you think the catholic church is plagued by pedophiles in positions of power?
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) replied with this 6 years ago, 3 minutes later, 1 week after the original post[^] [v] #1,002,844
@previous (Ananthanarayanan M R)
I will answer that question as soon as you either 1) provide a citation to your first claim, or 2) admit that none exists. Sorry but you don't get to have discussions go all your own way, making up accusations and then when asked to back them up, switching the subject. You need to learn to be accurate in the things you say, otherwise what's the point of my wasting time discussing things with you?
I will answer that question as soon as you either 1) provide a citation to your first claim, or 2) admit that none exists. Sorry but you don't get to have discussions go all your own way, making up accusations and then when asked to back them up, switching the subject. You need to learn to be accurate in the things you say, otherwise what's the point of my wasting time discussing things with you?
Ananthanarayanan M R replied with this 6 years ago, 2 minutes later, 1 week after the original post[^] [v] #1,002,845
@previous (Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U)
im trying to make a point via your answer to that question. if it's no then qed.
im trying to make a point via your answer to that question. if it's no then qed.
Anonymous P replied with this 6 years ago, 2 minutes later, 1 week after the original post[^] [v] #1,002,846
@1,002,844 (Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U)
do you think the catholic church is plagued by pedophiles in positions of power?
do you think the catholic church is plagued by pedophiles in positions of power?
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) replied with this 6 years ago, 6 minutes later, 1 week after the original post[^] [v] #1,002,847
@1,002,845 (Ananthanarayanan M R)
> im trying to make a point via your answer to that question. if it's no then qed.
You can make whatever "points" you like after you've given a citation to your earlier accusation. Your claim was not about any future commnents I may make, but about past threads. If what you said is true (that this is "one of the few threads" in which I don't 'defend pedos'), then why on earth are you finding it so difficult to cite even one of them?
So, I will give you one more chance to cite just one of these apparently innumerbale threads in which you claim I 'defend pedos'. If you fail again to do so, then it will be an admission on your part that no such citation exists. And then - because seemingly unlike you, I am not a coward - I shall answer your question.
> im trying to make a point via your answer to that question. if it's no then qed.
You can make whatever "points" you like after you've given a citation to your earlier accusation. Your claim was not about any future commnents I may make, but about past threads. If what you said is true (that this is "one of the few threads" in which I don't 'defend pedos'), then why on earth are you finding it so difficult to cite even one of them?
So, I will give you one more chance to cite just one of these apparently innumerbale threads in which you claim I 'defend pedos'. If you fail again to do so, then it will be an admission on your part that no such citation exists. And then - because seemingly unlike you, I am not a coward - I shall answer your question.
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) double-posted this 6 years ago, 1 minute later, 1 week after the original post[^] [v] #1,002,849
@1,002,845 (Ananthanarayanan M R)
> im trying to make a point via your answer to that question. if it's no then qed.
By the way, this makes no sense.
"I accuse this man of murder. Do you agree he's a murderer?"
"Er...no? I need to see evidence first..."
"YOU DEFEND MURDERERS!"
> im trying to make a point via your answer to that question. if it's no then qed.
By the way, this makes no sense.
"I accuse this man of murder. Do you agree he's a murderer?"
"Er...no? I need to see evidence first..."
"YOU DEFEND MURDERERS!"
Ananthanarayanan M R replied with this 6 years ago, 1 minute later, 1 week after the original post[^] [v] #1,002,850
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) replied with this 6 years ago, 5 minutes later, 1 week after the original post[^] [v] #1,002,851
@previous (Ananthanarayanan M R)
> evidence like all the testimonies and convictions?
Right, so you've admitted no citation exists for your first claim about my 'defending pedos'. Very well.
Now then, let's move on. You asked: "Do you think the Catholic Church is plagued by pedophiles in positions of power?". The important word there is "plagued", and yes, I absolutely agree with it. As you said, there is a wealth of evidence for it, such as testimonies and convictions.
> evidence like all the testimonies and convictions?
Right, so you've admitted no citation exists for your first claim about my 'defending pedos'. Very well.
Now then, let's move on. You asked: "Do you think the Catholic Church is plagued by pedophiles in positions of power?". The important word there is "plagued", and yes, I absolutely agree with it. As you said, there is a wealth of evidence for it, such as testimonies and convictions.
Ananthanarayanan M R replied with this 6 years ago, 8 minutes later, 1 week after the original post[^] [v] #1,002,852
@previous (Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U)
so you would also agree the catholic church hasnt been trying to hide and get away with these crimes, or no?
so you would also agree the catholic church hasnt been trying to hide and get away with these crimes, or no?
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) replied with this 6 years ago, 1 minute later, 1 week after the original post[^] [v] #1,002,854
@previous (Ananthanarayanan M R)
> so you would also agree the catholic church hasnt been trying to hide and get away with these crimes, or no?
"Hasn't" been trying to hide it?
> so you would also agree the catholic church hasnt been trying to hide and get away with these crimes, or no?
"Hasn't" been trying to hide it?
Anonymous I replied with this 6 years ago, 2 minutes later, 1 week after the original post[^] [v] #1,002,859
@1,002,835 (Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U)
Don't ever reply to any of my posts again you fucking piece of shit child molesting asswipe. Go fuck yourself.
Don't ever reply to any of my posts again you fucking piece of shit child molesting asswipe. Go fuck yourself.
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) replied with this 6 years ago, 12 minutes later, 1 week after the original post[^] [v] #1,002,870
@previous (I)
> Don't ever reply to any of my posts again you fucking piece of shit child molesting asswipe. Go fuck yourself.
Jesus loves you, friend :)
> Don't ever reply to any of my posts again you fucking piece of shit child molesting asswipe. Go fuck yourself.
Jesus loves you, friend :)
Anonymous I replied with this 6 years ago, 1 minute later, 1 week after the original post[^] [v] #1,002,872
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) replied with this 6 years ago, 1 minute later, 1 week after the original post[^] [v] #1,002,874
Ananthanarayanan M R replied with this 6 years ago, 6 minutes later, 1 week after the original post[^] [v] #1,002,879
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) replied with this 6 years ago, 31 minutes later, 1 week after the original post[^] [v] #1,002,888
@previous (Ananthanarayanan M R)
> yes?
I'm honestly not trying to 'trick' you here, I just think you've made a typo, and it's kind of an important one if we're to understand each other. I've said I agree that the Catholic Church is plagued by pedophiles in positions of power. Now you're asking me if I agree (presumably with you?) that the Catholic Church hasn't been trying to hide it? Isn't your whole point that you believe the Catholic Church has been trying to cover it up?
> yes?
I'm honestly not trying to 'trick' you here, I just think you've made a typo, and it's kind of an important one if we're to understand each other. I've said I agree that the Catholic Church is plagued by pedophiles in positions of power. Now you're asking me if I agree (presumably with you?) that the Catholic Church hasn't been trying to hide it? Isn't your whole point that you believe the Catholic Church has been trying to cover it up?
Ananthanarayanan M R replied with this 6 years ago, 43 minutes later, 1 week after the original post[^] [v] #1,002,906
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) replied with this 6 years ago, 8 minutes later, 1 week after the original post[^] [v] #1,002,908
@previous (Ananthanarayanan M R)
> oh you're right. im high lol
Fair enough, then let us continue this discussion when you are compos mentis, because this is far too important a subject to discuss with an unclear mind. Bless you, friend.
> oh you're right. im high lol
Fair enough, then let us continue this discussion when you are compos mentis, because this is far too important a subject to discuss with an unclear mind. Bless you, friend.
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) double-posted this 6 years ago, 11 minutes later, 1 week after the original post[^] [v] #1,002,910
Back in the spirit of the topic of this thread, there is one album that just about got edged out of my list and found itself in the unfortunate 51st position. I am currently listening to that very album.Ananthanarayanan M R replied with this 6 years ago, 16 minutes later, 1 week after the original post[^] [v] #1,002,915
@1,002,908 (Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U)
maybe a sober fora user could rephrase the question and ask it instead
maybe a sober fora user could rephrase the question and ask it instead
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) replied with this 6 years ago, 4 minutes later, 1 week after the original post[^] [v] #1,002,916
@previous (Ananthanarayanan M R)
> maybe a sober fora user could rephrase the question and ask it instead
Re-phrasing the question isn't the problem, we've already cleared up what you wanted to ask. But it's necessary to discuss our answers, and you're currently not in any condition to do that. So sober up, take care of your health, and we shall continue this at a later date. Bless you, friend!
> maybe a sober fora user could rephrase the question and ask it instead
Re-phrasing the question isn't the problem, we've already cleared up what you wanted to ask. But it's necessary to discuss our answers, and you're currently not in any condition to do that. So sober up, take care of your health, and we shall continue this at a later date. Bless you, friend!
Ananthanarayanan M R replied with this 6 years ago, 3 minutes later, 1 week after the original post[^] [v] #1,002,917
Ananthanarayanan M R double-posted this 6 years ago, 15 seconds later, 1 week after the original post[^] [v] #1,002,918
that was a skeptical hmm
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) replied with this 6 years ago, 4 minutes later, 1 week after the original post[^] [v] #1,002,920
@previous (Ananthanarayanan M R)
> that was a skeptical hmm
Skepticism is a fine and noble position to take. It is the mark and pose of the educated mind, to quote America's only truly great philosopher of the last century.
> that was a skeptical hmm
Skepticism is a fine and noble position to take. It is the mark and pose of the educated mind, to quote America's only truly great philosopher of the last century.
Ananthanarayanan M R replied with this 6 years ago, 45 seconds later, 1 week after the original post[^] [v] #1,002,922
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) replied with this 6 years ago, 1 minute later, 1 week after the original post[^] [v] #1,002,923
@previous (Ananthanarayanan M R)
> donald trump?
Quite the opposite. Donald Trump reminds us of Voltaire's warning that "Those who can make you believe absurdities can make you commit atrocities".
> donald trump?
Quite the opposite. Donald Trump reminds us of Voltaire's warning that "Those who can make you believe absurdities can make you commit atrocities".
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Ananthanarayanan M R replied with this 6 years ago, 5 minutes later, 1 week after the original post[^] [v] #1,002,924
Anonymous I replied with this 6 years ago, 14 minutes later, 1 week after the original post[^] [v] #1,002,929
@1,002,923 (Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U)
I wish someone would commit an atrocity on you you kiddie touching freak.
I wish someone would commit an atrocity on you you kiddie touching freak.
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) replied with this 6 years ago, 3 minutes later, 1 week after the original post[^] [v] #1,002,932
@previous (I)
> I wish someone would commit an atrocity on you you kiddie touching freak.
Peace, child. Calm yourself.
> I wish someone would commit an atrocity on you you kiddie touching freak.
Peace, child. Calm yourself.
Anonymous I replied with this 6 years ago, 1 minute later, 1 week after the original post[^] [v] #1,002,934
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) replied with this 6 years ago, 56 seconds later, 1 week after the original post[^] [v] #1,002,935
@previous (I)
> Is that what you say to your underage victims? F*cking sicko.
Take a breather, child. This much rage is not healthy to you.
> Is that what you say to your underage victims? F*cking sicko.
Take a breather, child. This much rage is not healthy to you.
Anonymous I replied with this 6 years ago, 2 minutes later, 1 week after the original post[^] [v] #1,002,937
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) replied with this 6 years ago, 1 minute later, 1 week after the original post[^] [v] #1,002,939
@previous (I)
> F*ck off c*nt, you make me want to f*cking puke.
Then by all means, "puke"! And then calm yourself, child.
> F*ck off c*nt, you make me want to f*cking puke.
Then by all means, "puke"! And then calm yourself, child.
tteh !MemesToDNA replied with this 6 years ago, 1 hour later, 1 week after the original post[^] [v] #1,002,997
@1,002,674 (I)
> Why the fuck is this fucking pedocunt thread still sticky assholes?
You seem upset!
And because it's a really decent thread and I appreciate the effort that went into it.
> Why the fuck is this fucking pedocunt thread still sticky assholes?
You seem upset!
And because it's a really decent thread and I appreciate the effort that went into it.
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Anonymous B replied with this 6 years ago, 1 hour later, 1 week after the original post[^] [v] #1,003,014
@1,002,910 (Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U)
Rain Dogs is a good album, I like Bone Machine more tho.
Rain Dogs is a good album, I like Bone Machine more tho.
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Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) replied with this 6 years ago, 17 hours later, 1 week after the original post[^] [v] #1,003,300
@previous (B)
> Rain Dogs is a good album, I like Bone Machine more tho.
That's definitely a good one, but not quite top-tier for me (top-tier being Rain Dogs, Swordfishtrombones, Mule Variations, Alice and Blood Money).
> Rain Dogs is a good album, I like Bone Machine more tho.
That's definitely a good one, but not quite top-tier for me (top-tier being Rain Dogs, Swordfishtrombones, Mule Variations, Alice and Blood Money).
Anonymous G replied with this 6 years ago, 5 minutes later, 1 week after the original post[^] [v] #1,003,303
Anonymous B replied with this 6 years ago, 1 hour later, 1 week after the original post[^] [v] #1,003,329
@1,003,300 (Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U)
Swordfishtrombone, Alice, and Blood Money are all great albums, better than Bone Machine. Also, Orphans:Brawlers, Bawlers, and Bastards
@previous (G)
Small change is also a good album.
Swordfishtrombone, Alice, and Blood Money are all great albums, better than Bone Machine. Also, Orphans:Brawlers, Bawlers, and Bastards
@previous (G)
Small change is also a good album.
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Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) replied with this 6 years ago, 13 hours later, 1 week after the original post[^] [v] #1,003,428
@1,003,303 (G)
> No love for Small Change huh?
Plenty of love, but just not in the top rank of Waits album in my opinion. I'm less keen on his jazz-oriented 70s albums than I am on his later experimental work.
> No love for Small Change huh?
Plenty of love, but just not in the top rank of Waits album in my opinion. I'm less keen on his jazz-oriented 70s albums than I am on his later experimental work.
terri !RwordOooFE replied with this 6 years ago, 5 hours later, 1 week after the original post[^] [v] #1,003,459
terri !RwordOooFE double-posted this 6 years ago, 35 seconds later, 1 week after the original post[^] [v] #1,003,460
@1,002,939 (Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U)
> > F*ck off c*nt, you make me want to f*cking p*ke.
>
> Then by all means, "p*ke"! And then calm yourself, child.
> > F*ck off c*nt, you make me want to f*cking p*ke.
>
> Then by all means, "p*ke"! And then calm yourself, child.
Anonymous P replied with this 6 years ago, 4 days later, 2 weeks after the original post[^] [v] #1,004,988
All of these except tool are available with Amazon Music Unlimited.
tteh !MemesToDNA replied with this 6 years ago, 1 minute later, 2 weeks after the original post[^] [v] #1,004,990
tteh !MemesToDNA double-posted this 6 years ago, 1 day later, 2 weeks after the original post[^] [v] #1,005,517
@OP
Do you like classical music? What's your favourite piece and style/period, and whom is your favourite composer? Thanks.
Do you like classical music? What's your favourite piece and style/period, and whom is your favourite composer? Thanks.
Geoff Blues replied with this 6 years ago, 1 hour later, 2 weeks after the original post[^] [v] #1,005,526
I want to listen to Texas Flood, BB King & everything by Cream & Clapton right now. Finally Buddy Guy.
Most people ignore the insights about blues music I Geoff offer to the world but I don't take it personally :)
Most people ignore the insights about blues music I Geoff offer to the world but I don't take it personally :)
terri !RwordOooFE replied with this 6 years ago, 2 hours later, 2 weeks after the original post[^] [v] #1,005,592
@1,004,990 (tteh !MemesToDNA)
> Spotify is where it's at. Better yet, Orpheus!
get me in on that flippi orpheus dog
> Spotify is where it's at. Better yet, Orpheus!
get me in on that flippi orpheus dog
tteh !MemesToDNA replied with this 6 years ago, 58 seconds later, 2 weeks after the original post[^] [v] #1,005,594
@previous (terri !RwordOooFE)
Oh man that reminds me, I never invited you to MaM. Gimme your email address bb.
Oh man that reminds me, I never invited you to MaM. Gimme your email address bb.
terri !RwordOooFE replied with this 6 years ago, 9 minutes later, 2 weeks after the original post[^] [v] #1,005,596
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) replied with this 6 years ago, 2 hours later, 2 weeks after the original post[^] [v] #1,005,664
@1,005,517 (tteh !MemesToDNA)
> Do you like classical music?
Yes, very much (other than here, the forum I post on most is talkclassical).
> What's your favourite piece and style/period
Favorite period is the Romantic era, and style is the solo piano repertoire. Favorite pieces are too many to mention, but off the top of my head:
Beethoven piano sonatas 3, 8, 14, 15, 17, 21, 23, 29, 30, 31 and 32
Schubert Fantasy in C ('Wanderer')
Liszt Sonata in B Minor
Alkan Concerto for Solo Piano, Symphony for Solo Piano, and the 'Grande' Sonate
Debussy Images (my favorite pieces to play, though I can't play all of them)
And many, many symphonies and concertos (the greatest being Beethoven's 7th and 9th Symphonies, Mahler's 2nd and 8th Symphonies, Bruckner's 8th Symphony, Beethoven's 3rd, 4th and 5th piano concertos, Rachmaninov's 2nd and 3rd piano concertos, Brahms piano concertos 1 and 2, and Busoni's piano concerto in C.
> and whom is your favourite composer?
Beethoven.
> Thanks
Bless you friend!
What are your answers to your questions?
> Do you like classical music?
Yes, very much (other than here, the forum I post on most is talkclassical).
> What's your favourite piece and style/period
Favorite period is the Romantic era, and style is the solo piano repertoire. Favorite pieces are too many to mention, but off the top of my head:
Beethoven piano sonatas 3, 8, 14, 15, 17, 21, 23, 29, 30, 31 and 32
Schubert Fantasy in C ('Wanderer')
Liszt Sonata in B Minor
Alkan Concerto for Solo Piano, Symphony for Solo Piano, and the 'Grande' Sonate
Debussy Images (my favorite pieces to play, though I can't play all of them)
And many, many symphonies and concertos (the greatest being Beethoven's 7th and 9th Symphonies, Mahler's 2nd and 8th Symphonies, Bruckner's 8th Symphony, Beethoven's 3rd, 4th and 5th piano concertos, Rachmaninov's 2nd and 3rd piano concertos, Brahms piano concertos 1 and 2, and Busoni's piano concerto in C.
> and whom is your favourite composer?
Beethoven.
> Thanks
Bless you friend!
What are your answers to your questions?
tteh !MemesToDNA replied with this 6 years ago, 2 days later, 2 weeks after the original post[^] [v] #1,006,547
@previous (Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U)
I would agree with much of this! I was hoping Liszt and Debussy would make an appearance.
Is any among you afflicted? let him pray. Is any merry? let him sing psalms.
I would agree with much of this! I was hoping Liszt and Debussy would make an appearance.
Is any among you afflicted? let him pray. Is any merry? let him sing psalms.
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) replied with this 6 years ago, 2 months later, 2 months after the original post[^] [v] #1,033,032
I revisited Soundtracks For The Blind by Swans tonight. What a harrowing, draining experience that monstrous (2 hours 21 minutes!) album is. To anyone not familiar with it, at least seek out the 16-minute track Helpless Child and listen to it in a place of peace and isolation. Almost insufferably moving. Few bands move me like Swans. I have a signed copy (by Michael Gira) of this album, one of the prides of my collection.
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) double-posted this 6 years ago, 13 minutes later, 2 months after the original post[^] [v] #1,033,041
My signed copy. Got this after one of the most profoundly moving concert experiences of my life. Once again - 'Helpless Child'. Check it out if you have the chance. It's most of what they would perfect on their later masterpiece (The Seer, included above in my list).
Have a good weekend, everyone.
toni !RwordOooFE replied with this 6 years ago, 11 minutes later, 2 months after the original post[^] [v] #1,033,051
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) replied with this 6 years ago, 57 seconds later, 2 months after the original post[^] [v] #1,033,054
Anonymous B replied with this 6 years ago, 57 seconds later, 2 months after the original post[^] [v] #1,033,055
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) replied with this 6 years ago, 1 minute later, 2 months after the original post[^] [v] #1,033,059
Anonymous B replied with this 6 years ago, 10 minutes later, 2 months after the original post[^] [v] #1,033,065
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) replied with this 6 years ago, 6 minutes later, 2 months after the original post[^] [v] #1,033,070
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) double-posted this 6 years ago, 20 hours later, 2 months after the original post[^] [v] #1,033,315
Godspeed You Black Emperor, who took my #1 album spot, are playing 2 new pieces (Glacier and Cliff) in their live shows. They're both great:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lbDxmasW8LE
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lbDxmasW8LE
Anonymous T joined in and replied with this 6 years ago, 2 hours later, 2 months after the original post[^] [v] #1,033,330
AC/DC #1
RollingStones#2
Everything else
RollingStones#2
Everything else
Anonymous B replied with this 6 years ago, 18 minutes later, 2 months after the original post[^] [v] #1,033,336
tteh !MemesToDNA replied with this 6 years ago, 2 hours later, 2 months after the original post[^] [v] #1,033,421
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) replied with this 6 years ago, 1 week later, 3 months after the original post[^] [v] #1,037,610
New Swans album (Leaving Meaning) to be released in October. Another double album (their 4th in a row!). First song released:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ZVZo30M8Lc
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ZVZo30M8Lc
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Anonymous P replied with this 6 years ago, 5 hours later, 3 months after the original post[^] [v] #1,037,714
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) replied with this 6 years ago, 24 minutes later, 3 months after the original post[^] [v] #1,037,724
@previous (P)
> Why are you wearing a wedding ring?
For my own curious interest, if you were to offer two possible answers to your own question, what would they be?
> Why are you wearing a wedding ring?
For my own curious interest, if you were to offer two possible answers to your own question, what would they be?
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Anonymous P replied with this 6 years ago, 10 minutes later, 3 months after the original post[^] [v] #1,037,732
@previous (Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U)
You're married
Or
It's a different type of ring that you're merely wearing like a wedding ring
You're married
Or
It's a different type of ring that you're merely wearing like a wedding ring
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) replied with this 6 years ago, 2 minutes later, 3 months after the original post[^] [v] #1,037,738
@previous (P)
> You're married
> Or
> It's a different type of ring that you're merely wearing like a wedding ring
One of those is correct.
> You're married
> Or
> It's a different type of ring that you're merely wearing like a wedding ring
One of those is correct.
Anonymous P replied with this 6 years ago, 32 seconds later, 3 months after the original post[^] [v] #1,037,741
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) replied with this 6 years ago, 3 minutes later, 3 months after the original post[^] [v] #1,037,742
@previous (P)
> So what kind of ring is it?
That which symbolizes the eternal union of man and women.
> So what kind of ring is it?
That which symbolizes the eternal union of man and women.
Anonymous P replied with this 6 years ago, 58 seconds later, 3 months after the original post[^] [v] #1,037,744
Anonymous U joined in and replied with this 6 years ago, 18 seconds later, 3 months after the original post[^] [v] #1,037,745
@1,037,741 (P)
Some priests wear wedding rings to symbolize being married to the church - bit weird if you ask me, but not uncommon.
Some priests wear wedding rings to symbolize being married to the church - bit weird if you ask me, but not uncommon.
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) replied with this 6 years ago, 3 minutes later, 3 months after the original post[^] [v] #1,037,747
@previous (U)
> Some priests wear wedding rings to symbolize being married to the church - bit weird if you ask me, but not uncommon.
Personally I'm not aware of any fellow priest who does that. I agree, it does sound very weird.
> Some priests wear wedding rings to symbolize being married to the church - bit weird if you ask me, but not uncommon.
Personally I'm not aware of any fellow priest who does that. I agree, it does sound very weird.
Anonymous P replied with this 6 years ago, 38 seconds later, 3 months after the original post[^] [v] #1,037,748
@1,037,745 (U)
I always learned that it should be worn on the right hand if that's the case, which is why I'm asking for clarification.
I always learned that it should be worn on the right hand if that's the case, which is why I'm asking for clarification.
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) replied with this 6 years ago, 26 seconds later, 3 months after the original post[^] [v] #1,037,749
Anonymous P replied with this 6 years ago, 58 seconds later, 3 months after the original post[^] [v] #1,037,754
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) replied with this 6 years ago, 1 minute later, 3 months after the original post[^] [v] #1,037,755
Anonymous P replied with this 6 years ago, 56 seconds later, 3 months after the original post[^] [v] #1,037,757
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) replied with this 6 years ago, 1 minute later, 3 months after the original post[^] [v] #1,037,759
Anonymous U replied with this 6 years ago, 3 minutes later, 3 months after the original post[^] [v] #1,037,762
@1,037,748 (P)
That might be for an ecclesiastical ring, but those are usually worn by cardinals or bishops. There are definitely some priests who wear wedding bands on their left hands.
@1,037,747 (Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U)
I wasn't aware that Catholic priests were allowed to marry after being ordained. Did you convert to Catholicism? If so, from what?
OK NM, I see you answered already.
That might be for an ecclesiastical ring, but those are usually worn by cardinals or bishops. There are definitely some priests who wear wedding bands on their left hands.
@1,037,747 (Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U)
I wasn't aware that Catholic priests were allowed to marry after being ordained. Did you convert to Catholicism? If so, from what?
OK NM, I see you answered already.
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Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) replied with this 6 years ago, 6 days later, 3 months after the original post[^] [v] #1,040,155
Ghost released a 2-song EP (called "7 Inches of Satanic Panic") today for Friday the 13th. If you're on board with Tobias' brand of humor, you'll like it.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qyxrzUe_TDM&t=1s
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k5mX3NkA7jM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qyxrzUe_TDM&t=1s
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k5mX3NkA7jM
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) double-posted this 6 years ago, 6 days later, 3 months after the original post[^] [v] #1,042,511
New album by The Who coming on November 22nd. First song released (a reworking of an earlier Pete Townshend solo track) -
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h2IN8wYqQ6E
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h2IN8wYqQ6E
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) triple-posted this 6 years ago, 2 weeks later, 4 months after the original post[^] [v] #1,047,390
The new album by Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds (Ghosteen), released digitally today and physically on the 8th, is possibly their most beautiful. I highly recommend checking it out (the whole thing is on Youtube).
Anonymous G replied with this 6 years ago, 3 hours later, 4 months after the original post[^] [v] #1,047,402
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) replied with this 6 years ago, 6 days later, 4 months after the original post[^] [v] #1,049,521
New Nightwish live album coming in December, with a fantastic setlist:
https://www.blabbermouth.net/news/nightwish-to-release-decades-live-in-buenos-aires-in-december
https://www.blabbermouth.net/news/nightwish-to-release-decades-live-in-buenos-aires-in-december
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) double-posted this 6 years ago, 3 months later, 7 months after the original post[^] [v] #1,079,785
The latest Swans album (Leaving Meaning) is far better than I first thought. Many listens down the line and I've gone from thinking it a bit uninspired to considering it a really beautiful piece of work. The trick is deleting 3 of the tracks (The Hanging Man, Leaving Meaning and Some New Things), thereby bringing the run time down to about an hour. That makes for a much more cohesive experience. Recommended.
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) triple-posted this 5 years ago, 2 months later, 10 months after the original post[^] [v] #1,111,349
The new Nightwish (double) album is released today. Listening now. The first disc is standard Nightwish, and therefore brilliant. The 2nd orchestral disc is beautiful but for the life of me I can't understand why you'd have a once-in-a-generation singer like Floor Jansen in your band and choose not to use her for more than 30% of your album.
Meta !Sober//iZs joined in and replied with this 5 years ago, 3 minutes later, 10 months after the original post[^] [v] #1,111,350
Dadrock? More like SADrock amirite? ???
Get with the times grandpa no one listens to 8 tracks anymore old faggot ??
Get with the times grandpa no one listens to 8 tracks anymore old faggot ??
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) replied with this 5 years ago, 15 seconds later, 10 months after the original post[^] [v] #1,111,351
I mean, just listen to this from 8:30 onwards and tell me why you wouldn't fully utilize this astonishing voice on your album:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JYjIlHWBAVo
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JYjIlHWBAVo
Father Merrin !u5oFWxmY7U (OP) double-posted this 5 years ago, 1 month later, 11 months after the original post[^] [v] #1,125,605
Steven Wilson has unfortunately had to push back the release of his new album (The Future Bites) to next year due to the coronavirus. I'm sorry to be the bearer of bad news but I know that people here will want to know.
Meanwhile, I've been revisiting some bands I hadn't heard in a while and it turns out The Stone Roses are actually better than I remembered. Some decent tunes on that debut of theirs.
Meanwhile, I've been revisiting some bands I hadn't heard in a while and it turns out The Stone Roses are actually better than I remembered. Some decent tunes on that debut of theirs.
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I added all these to a playlist and whilst i didn't like a lot of them there were some on it that i did indeed enjoy
I added all these to a playlist and whilst i didn't like a lot of them there were some on it that i did indeed enjoy