Comments for Tandem with the Random http://tandem.wordpress.com The home of BK's miscellaneous ramblings Tue, 18 Aug 2009 20:01:41 +0000 http://wordpress.com/ hourly 1 Comment on Revisiting my musical past: “Don’t Lose The Groove” by Stef http://tandem.wordpress.com/2009/08/17/revisiting-my-musical-past-dont-lose-the-groove/#comment-396 Stef Tue, 18 Aug 2009 20:01:41 +0000 http://tandem.wordpress.com/?p=666#comment-396 Goodluck in the contest! Goodluck in the contest!

]]> Comment on The Philadelphia Eagles are dead to me by Brian http://tandem.wordpress.com/2009/08/17/the-philadelphia-eagles-are-dead-to-me/#comment-395 Brian Tue, 18 Aug 2009 17:05:15 +0000 http://tandem.wordpress.com/?p=659#comment-395 Can you read? I made a point to say that no person is beyond redemption. And I don't know what is in a man's heart. That's why I want to SEE tangible evidence Vick has changed before I'm willing to even consider forgiving him. Prison time is simply punishment for being caught doing something illegal. Serving that time does not necessarily mean Vick is a changed person. As far as I am concerned, until there is concrete evidence of some kind of change, he is still the violent sociopath he was when he entered Leavenworth. Can you read? I made a point to say that no person is beyond redemption. And I don’t know what is in a man’s heart. That’s why I want to SEE tangible evidence Vick has changed before I’m willing to even consider forgiving him. Prison time is simply punishment for being caught doing something illegal. Serving that time does not necessarily mean Vick is a changed person. As far as I am concerned, until there is concrete evidence of some kind of change, he is still the violent sociopath he was when he entered Leavenworth.

]]> Comment on The Philadelphia Eagles are dead to me by bobbygee http://tandem.wordpress.com/2009/08/17/the-philadelphia-eagles-are-dead-to-me/#comment-394 bobbygee Tue, 18 Aug 2009 16:38:01 +0000 http://tandem.wordpress.com/?p=659#comment-394 Are you God? Do you really know what is in a man's heart? Forgiveness is the key. Those without sin cast the first stone. Not me baby. What Vick dfid was wrong. He did the time. http://bobbygee.wordpress.com/ Are you God? Do you really know what is in a man’s heart? Forgiveness is the key. Those without sin cast the first stone. Not me baby. What Vick dfid was wrong. He did the time.
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]]> Comment on ‘Jumper’: Who told Hayden Christensen he could act? by SP http://tandem.wordpress.com/2008/02/14/jumper-who-told-hayden-christensen-he-could-act/#comment-393 SP Tue, 18 Aug 2009 10:08:43 +0000 http://tandem.wordpress.com/?p=320#comment-393 I hate to bash bad actors, but Hayden, I'm afraid, did not deliver a good performance in the Star Wars movies. I actually liked him in Jumper, but for taking on a role of the greatest movie villain of all time was beyond his reach in terms of doing that role justice. It is not Hayden's fault, it is Lucas' fault. Lucas is known for taking on unknowns and near newbies as a gamble. I mean, let's face it, he made Harrison Ford, as well as Natalie Portman, and to some degree - Carrie Fisher (Mark Hamil did not do so well in roles other than voice acting). But Hayden seemed to backfire on him. But if I were Hayden and offered a role like that, I would have taken it in a heartbeat, not caring if I was bad for it or not. I mean a chance to play Darth Vader!?! Instant fame and fortune. I don't if it is possible for Hayden to do a good job at acting. He is great to look at, but his delivery seems to go from emotionless to extreme anger in 0.3 seconds - and those seem to be the only two forms of delivery he can give, and neither one is very good. He has no real depth in character. No character at all, for that matter. He is just like a guy, well, reading lines (as stated in posts above). So yeah, his performance as Pre-Vader is hard to watch, knowing that someone else could have done such a better job with this role, but as a bog Star Wars fan, and supporter of George Lucas, I make myself enjoy Hayden so these movies would not be ruined for me. I hate to bash bad actors, but Hayden, I’m afraid, did not deliver a good performance in the Star Wars movies. I actually liked him in Jumper, but for taking on a role of the greatest movie villain of all time was beyond his reach in terms of doing that role justice.

It is not Hayden’s fault, it is Lucas’ fault. Lucas is known for taking on unknowns and near newbies as a gamble. I mean, let’s face it, he made Harrison Ford, as well as Natalie Portman, and to some degree – Carrie Fisher (Mark Hamil did not do so well in roles other than voice acting). But Hayden seemed to backfire on him.

But if I were Hayden and offered a role like that, I would have taken it in a heartbeat, not caring if I was bad for it or not. I mean a chance to play Darth Vader!?! Instant fame and fortune.

I don’t if it is possible for Hayden to do a good job at acting. He is great to look at, but his delivery seems to go from emotionless to extreme anger in 0.3 seconds – and those seem to be the only two forms of delivery he can give, and neither one is very good.

He has no real depth in character. No character at all, for that matter. He is just like a guy, well, reading lines (as stated in posts above).

So yeah, his performance as Pre-Vader is hard to watch, knowing that someone else could have done such a better job with this role, but as a bog Star Wars fan, and supporter of George Lucas, I make myself enjoy Hayden so these movies would not be ruined for me.

]]> Comment on Artist to Watch: Passion Pit by Artist to Watch: Winter Gloves « Tandem with the Random http://tandem.wordpress.com/2009/07/18/artist-to-watch-passion-pit/#comment-383 Artist to Watch: Winter Gloves « Tandem with the Random Tue, 21 Jul 2009 03:18:30 +0000 http://tandem.wordpress.com/?p=650#comment-383 [...] on the heels of the post I did on Passion Pit the other day, I would like to share with you another artist to [...] [...] on the heels of the post I did on Passion Pit the other day, I would like to share with you another artist to [...]

]]> Comment on Bowie tribute album set for Christmas release by Michael Richard http://tandem.wordpress.com/2007/11/29/bowie-tribute-album-set-for-christmas-release/#comment-377 Michael Richard Fri, 17 Jul 2009 20:54:26 +0000 http://tandem.wordpress.com/2007/11/29/bowie-tribute-album-set-for-christmas-release/#comment-377 With the music of David Bowie having been in existence for over 3 decades, he is without question one of the greatest musicians in the history of rock and roll. As Bostons only authentic tribute to his music, The Diamond Dogs faithfully recreate his music for you, with audiance members spanning several generations. You will be amazed at the vocal ability of Michael Richard and swear that you are listening to Bowie himself. Brian Hall plays the greatest Earl Slick you will lay witness to this side of the Missippi River, and Lori Phillips pounds the keyboards and synthisizers, keeping the unique tonal structure of The Diamond Dogs group on target. John Allouise puts down the solid Bass required to keep the Bands drive thumping all night long, and Joe Whalen on drums and electronic roland drums keeps the Band steady and flowing. Gina Lovewell performs the percussion, back up vocals and harmonicathat helps the group achieve the next level of dynamic ability.Mike Caglianone tears up the Alto, Tenor and Barritone saxaphones and helps put this tribute on a level that Bowie himself would be proud of. The Diamond Dogs are not just a band, but a well thought out replica of a live David Bowie show, applying great effort as to how it should be performed and paid homage to. This is a show that is not to be missed as it brings to the stage over 30 years of hit after hit music that you will love to dance and cheer to. A must see show for Bowie fans of all ages. Performing at Mal's Lounge @ Georges Restaraunt in Haverhill Ma. USA on Saturday Night 7/18/09 Great Foodand Drink Prices See YaThere! With the music of David Bowie having been in existence
for over 3 decades, he is without question one of the greatest
musicians in the history of rock and roll. As Bostons only
authentic tribute to his music, The Diamond Dogs faithfully
recreate his music for you, with audiance members spanning
several generations. You will be amazed at the vocal ability of
Michael Richard and swear that you are listening to Bowie himself.
Brian Hall plays the greatest Earl Slick you will lay witness to this
side of the Missippi River, and Lori Phillips pounds the keyboards
and synthisizers, keeping the unique tonal structure of The Diamond
Dogs group on target. John Allouise puts down the solid Bass required
to keep the Bands drive thumping all night long, and Joe Whalen on
drums and electronic roland drums keeps the Band steady and flowing. Gina Lovewell performs the percussion, back up vocals and harmonicathat helps the group achieve the next level of dynamic ability.Mike Caglianone tears up the Alto, Tenor and Barritone saxaphones and helps put this tribute on a level that Bowie himself would be proud of. The Diamond Dogs are not just a band, but a well thought out replica of a live David Bowie show, applying great effort as to how it should be performed and paid homage to. This is a show that is not to be missed as it brings to the stage over 30 years of hit after hit music that you will love to dance and cheer to. A must see show for Bowie fans of all ages.

Performing at Mal’s Lounge @ Georges Restaraunt in Haverhill Ma. USA
on Saturday Night 7/18/09 Great Foodand Drink Prices See YaThere!

]]> Comment on Vote for Victorino…TODAY! by bobbygee http://tandem.wordpress.com/2009/07/09/vote-for-victorino-today/#comment-374 bobbygee Thu, 09 Jul 2009 23:15:08 +0000 http://tandem.wordpress.com/?p=647#comment-374 We gotta keep in the family I am Philly kid living on the left coast. Go Eagles. Go Phillies... They break your heart every time Check out my blog bobby gee http://bobbygee.wordpress.com/ We gotta keep in the family I am Philly kid living on the left coast. Go Eagles. Go Phillies… They break your heart every time Check out my blog bobby gee
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]]> Comment on ‘Jumper’: Who told Hayden Christensen he could act? by Truth http://tandem.wordpress.com/2008/02/14/jumper-who-told-hayden-christensen-he-could-act/#comment-349 Truth Sun, 31 May 2009 20:47:13 +0000 http://tandem.wordpress.com/?p=320#comment-349 @Amber Start mounting a realistic argument by citing specific examples of Christensen's acting acumen or by refuting specific claims made by other posters, namely Tobe's quality retort, with which you disagree. By attacking the poster personally you commit a logical fallacy called an ad hominem attack (look it up). Yelling that "he has more talent in his ass" not only fails to prove your argument but has the added benefit of making you look like a drooling fangirl (again look it up). You're beating yourself in this argument. Fun to watch though. <em>NOTE: Post edited by moderator.</em> @Amber
Start mounting a realistic argument by citing specific examples of Christensen’s acting acumen or by refuting specific claims made by other posters, namely Tobe’s quality retort, with which you disagree. By attacking the poster personally you commit a logical fallacy called an ad hominem attack (look it up). Yelling that “he has more talent in his ass” not only fails to prove your argument but has the added benefit of making you look like a drooling fangirl (again look it up). You’re beating yourself in this argument. Fun to watch though.

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]]> Comment on “Vortex” is up for Best Piano/Keyboard Performance on TalentTrove.com! by Will http://tandem.wordpress.com/2009/05/29/vortex-is-up-for-best-pianokeyboard-performance-on-talenttrove-com/#comment-346 Will Fri, 29 May 2009 18:25:56 +0000 http://tandem.wordpress.com/?p=619#comment-346 This contest sounds great! I also saw that they are having a guitar contest sponsored by Michael Kelly Guitars and 1st prize is an electric guitar. You should enter that too if you play. This contest sounds great! I also saw that they are having a guitar contest sponsored by Michael Kelly Guitars and 1st prize is an electric guitar. You should enter that too if you play.

]]> Comment on YouTube Playlist: Christian Beach @ The Strand, 2/7/09 by Brian http://tandem.wordpress.com/2009/02/08/youtube-playlist-christian-beach-the-strand-2709/#comment-341 Brian Mon, 18 May 2009 15:22:14 +0000 http://tandem.wordpress.com/2009/02/08/youtube-playlist-christian-beach-the-strand-2709/#comment-341 Kevin, Sorry for the delay in replying to you. I would suggest using Vodpod (vodpod.com). Sign up for a Vodpod account, then go to vodpod.com and paste the embedded playlist player code provided by YouTube where it says Add a Video. Another window should pop up that provides options for what you want to do with the video. Posting to WordPress should be an option. Just put in your blog's URL and login info and then click "send to my editor. That should open your WP blog in a new browser window in edit post mode with the vodpod-generated player code in the text window. Hit preview post to see if the embedded YouTube playlist player shows up properly. Kevin,

Sorry for the delay in replying to you. I would suggest using Vodpod (vodpod.com). Sign up for a Vodpod account, then go to vodpod.com and paste the embedded playlist player code provided by YouTube where it says Add a Video. Another window should pop up that provides options for what you want to do with the video. Posting to WordPress should be an option. Just put in your blog’s URL and login info and then click “send to my editor. That should open your WP blog in a new browser window in edit post mode with the vodpod-generated player code in the text window. Hit preview post to see if the embedded YouTube playlist player shows up properly.

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