Not Star Wars related this time. Just been thinking about lots of stuff... And angry music is one of them! I have been through a lot of junk that has made me just plain mad over the past couple of years. I have found that music helps me through these times more than I ever thought possible. I guess "music sooths the savage beast"? Anyway... I have become a connoisseur of angry, aggressive music. So, here's my take on this "genre." (not really sure what else to call it!)
Top Ten Angry Songs (as I see it)
10) Linkin Park One Step Closer
Angriest Lyric "Shut up when I'm talking to you..."
GGC says "Nice to get those aggressions out... especially road rage."
9) Trapt Head Strong
Angriest lyric: (a tie for this one) "Back off, I'll take you on..." or "I see you're full of sh*t,
And that's alright, That's how you play, I guess you get through every night..."
GGC says "Aggressive in lyric as well as instrumentation. Angry all the way around. Nice."
8)Phil Collins In the Air Tonight
Angriest lyric: "If you told me you were drowning, I would not lend a hand..."
GGC says "Love this song. Mr Collins really was hating on someone when he wrote this one!"
7) Alanis Morissette You Oughta Know
Angriest lyric: Uhhh... Pretty much the whole song... Can't choose one.
GGC says "This song makes me wonder if it was Dave Collier who inspired this song... and what the HELL he did to her. Wow."
6)Sevendust Face to Face
Angriest Lyric: "There's not one thing you can say to make it right, Unless you say 'I'm
leaving,' And if you're not, then please tell me why"
GGC says "I really like Sevendust in general. But this song always makes me feel better when I am angry. That's what angry music is for, right??"
5) Anything by Crossbreed
GGC says "No, that is not a song. Seriously, I get a little angry and I listen to ANYTHING by
Crossbreed, this makes me feel either angrier (kinda feeding it, ya' know) or better
cause I was able to let it out by screaming and growling. And the electronic elements
are pretty darned amazing! Thank you Kevin Ford for introducing me to this band!"
4) The Who Behind Blue Eyes
Angriest lyric: "My love is vengeance that's never free..."
GGC says "A really angry song disguised as a beautiful song. I love deception in music!"
3) Nine Inch Nails Head Like A Hole
Angriest lyric: I can't choose one that's not obvious... so I guess I'll go with "Head like a hole,
Black as your soul, I'd rather die, than give you control..."
GGC says "I really should have said anything by Nine Inch Nails, but this song, of all the great songs by NIN, is what I gravitate to the most when angry."
2) Metalica Master of Puppets
Angriest lyric: "I'm pulling your strings, Twisting your mind and smashing your dreams..."
GGC says "I am really not a huge fan of Metalica. But this song makes the list. And near the top. And I challenge any of you to listen to Mr Hetfield's vocals and not FEEL his anger. So angry!"
1) Johnny Cash ... Couldn't choose just one song... So anything... Yeah...
GGC says "Johnny effin Cash! Bitter and angry at it's best! I love the lyric from Cry, Cry, Cry, "You'll call to me but I'm gonna tell you 'Bye, Bye, Bye,' When I turn around and walk away, you're gonna cry, cry, cry..." AND he "shot a man in Reno, just to watch him die." Yeah! Johnny
Cash. All angry all the time! Angry! :D"
GGC
Tuesday, March 30, 2010
Wednesday, March 24, 2010
GGC's Top Ten (part 1)
I like lists. I do. I like making them, reading them. I just like that they exist. I especially like coundown lists. That is why when Steve shared this list with me a few evenings ago, I went into it pretty happy... But... Well... Just read it...
http://starwarsdakota.blogspot.com/2009/12/top-ten-coolest-star-wars-characters.html?spref=gr
You read it? WHAT WAS THAT??? After reading it, I was struck by how much of the expanded universe for Star Wars I really didn't know. My knowledge and fandom comes mostly from the movies and somewhat from the new cartoon series on Cartoon Network. I have also played Knights of the Old Republic (I and II) so I know some of the characters from there. BUT even given my limited knowledge, I think I came up with a better list...
TEN COOLEST STAR WARS CHARACTERS (By GGC)
10) Leia
"I happen to like nice men." A strong woman in a story of men. She started as the damsel in distress, but became a warrior woman Xena should have been proud of! :D As a girl, it's nice to see a feminine character able to use a gun. I am just sayin...
9) Captain Rex (from Clone Wars cartoon and animated movie)
"The mission comes first, sir." The embodiment of the perfect soldier. Although he is a clone, he does have a personality all his own. There is a dry wit about him. And it doesn't hurt that he is a total badass.
8) Mace Windu
"This party's over." Samuel L Jackson. Need I say more? His light saber is the one that says "Bad Motha F**ka". Another badass. And so very cool!
7) Qui Gon Jinn
"The ability to speak doesn't make you intelligent..." Liam Neison. Nuff said... I said "Nuff said!"
6) Darth Vader
"When I left you, I was but a learner. But now I am the master." The man in black with the swish cape is ALWAYS cool. The voice of James Earl Jones coming from this huge hybrid of man and machine is made of AWESOME!
5) Boba Fett
"... *standing there looking scarey*..." He had no lines (aside from his scream as he fell to his death... Thak you for that, George Lucas. *dripping sarcasm*). He had the coolest armor. He was menacing and said more in his silence than most characters can convey with thousands of lines. He's Bobba freakin' Fett!
4) Obi Wan Kenobi
"Your eyes can deceive you, don't use them." This character, whether "Old Ben" or a young apprentice, or jedi master, or military general is always cool. I like all incarnations of him. Even as an old man, he still holds off Vader long enough for the heros to escape. Well... at least buys them enough time to get to the ship. Those young people have to fight some of their own battles.
3) Yoda
"Mine! Or I will help you not!" Since I was a kid I have always loved this backward talking muppet. God BLESS Frank Oz for this character! I even liked the cg Yoda bouncing around fighting Dooku. Yoda. "He said 'Luke stay away from the darker side, And if you start to go astray let the force be your guide,' Oh my Yoda, Yo-Yo-Yo-Yo Yoda"
2) Han Solo
"Who's scruffy looking?" I have been in love with Han for what seems like my whole life. I love pirates, cowboys and mobsters. And he is all that and a hero all mixed together in a character that only Harrison Ford could play. *sigh* He is SO dreamy. The best pilot in the galaxy with the best side kick. Cool all the way around.
1) Lando Calrissian
"Well, what have we here?" I really can't believe that Lando was skipped on the original list. I know he betrayed Han. But he turned around and helped save him and then lead the successful attack on the second Death Star. AND BILLY D WILLIAMS!!! Lando is the COOLEST character in the Star Wars Universe. Hands down. No questions. The end.
That's MY list. There are a few "Honorable Mentions" but it's getting late and I will maybe have to share those names in a future blog. Night all!
GGC
http://starwarsdakota.blogspot.com/2009/12/top-ten-coolest-star-wars-characters.html?spref=gr
You read it? WHAT WAS THAT??? After reading it, I was struck by how much of the expanded universe for Star Wars I really didn't know. My knowledge and fandom comes mostly from the movies and somewhat from the new cartoon series on Cartoon Network. I have also played Knights of the Old Republic (I and II) so I know some of the characters from there. BUT even given my limited knowledge, I think I came up with a better list...
TEN COOLEST STAR WARS CHARACTERS (By GGC)
10) Leia
"I happen to like nice men." A strong woman in a story of men. She started as the damsel in distress, but became a warrior woman Xena should have been proud of! :D As a girl, it's nice to see a feminine character able to use a gun. I am just sayin...
9) Captain Rex (from Clone Wars cartoon and animated movie)
"The mission comes first, sir." The embodiment of the perfect soldier. Although he is a clone, he does have a personality all his own. There is a dry wit about him. And it doesn't hurt that he is a total badass.
8) Mace Windu
"This party's over." Samuel L Jackson. Need I say more? His light saber is the one that says "Bad Motha F**ka". Another badass. And so very cool!
7) Qui Gon Jinn
"The ability to speak doesn't make you intelligent..." Liam Neison. Nuff said... I said "Nuff said!"
6) Darth Vader
"When I left you, I was but a learner. But now I am the master." The man in black with the swish cape is ALWAYS cool. The voice of James Earl Jones coming from this huge hybrid of man and machine is made of AWESOME!
5) Boba Fett
"... *standing there looking scarey*..." He had no lines (aside from his scream as he fell to his death... Thak you for that, George Lucas. *dripping sarcasm*). He had the coolest armor. He was menacing and said more in his silence than most characters can convey with thousands of lines. He's Bobba freakin' Fett!
4) Obi Wan Kenobi
"Your eyes can deceive you, don't use them." This character, whether "Old Ben" or a young apprentice, or jedi master, or military general is always cool. I like all incarnations of him. Even as an old man, he still holds off Vader long enough for the heros to escape. Well... at least buys them enough time to get to the ship. Those young people have to fight some of their own battles.
3) Yoda
"Mine! Or I will help you not!" Since I was a kid I have always loved this backward talking muppet. God BLESS Frank Oz for this character! I even liked the cg Yoda bouncing around fighting Dooku. Yoda. "He said 'Luke stay away from the darker side, And if you start to go astray let the force be your guide,' Oh my Yoda, Yo-Yo-Yo-Yo Yoda"
2) Han Solo
"Who's scruffy looking?" I have been in love with Han for what seems like my whole life. I love pirates, cowboys and mobsters. And he is all that and a hero all mixed together in a character that only Harrison Ford could play. *sigh* He is SO dreamy. The best pilot in the galaxy with the best side kick. Cool all the way around.
1) Lando Calrissian
"Well, what have we here?" I really can't believe that Lando was skipped on the original list. I know he betrayed Han. But he turned around and helped save him and then lead the successful attack on the second Death Star. AND BILLY D WILLIAMS!!! Lando is the COOLEST character in the Star Wars Universe. Hands down. No questions. The end.
That's MY list. There are a few "Honorable Mentions" but it's getting late and I will maybe have to share those names in a future blog. Night all!
GGC
Thursday, March 18, 2010
Conversations over coffee
Now, I know that most of my friends just say things to get my goat. And my poor goat is so slow, it's gotten almost every time, no matter how hard he runs. Poor thing. But really, this can get to be rather old. I should be harder to get. Or my goat should be getting faster (if you will). But not so in my case. Enough of this imagery... I will cut to the chase.
Recently, I was having coffee and enjoying the company of friends, when the conversation turns to politics. *sigh* I know. But it did. And then it turns to religion. Again *sigh*. Again, I know. But then the conversation turned to religion AND politics. I know. WOAH. I really stepped in it. But I stayed with it. I was all good till my companion brought up "separation of church and state." I simply put it out there that although this has come to mean more, this part of the first amendment ("Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof . . .") was placed in the Constitution to prevent the government from becoming head of the "Church of America." Makes sense. Many of the early European colonists were fleeing religious tyranny. Many fleeing from the Church of England specifically.
This is not to say that religious tolerance was practiced here. Not many people less tolerant than the Puritans of Mass. Just look at the witch trials.
Ok. I digress. I just threw that (in my opinion) interesting tidbit out. My companion decided to argue that "State sponsored" religion includes all the Christian Right because they were able to get some legislation passed. This is NOT what I was talking about. NOT at all. And there. Did you see it? My goat is captive once again.
Dear friends... It is not fun for me to try to argue against you when you are just saying things you know will piss me off. If we discuss and debate, and even argue, I would like it to be in a logical way.
At least till I can replace my goat (who is apparently a fainting goat) with one that will actually run. Maybe even fight.
Thank you.
Recently, I was having coffee and enjoying the company of friends, when the conversation turns to politics. *sigh* I know. But it did. And then it turns to religion. Again *sigh*. Again, I know. But then the conversation turned to religion AND politics. I know. WOAH. I really stepped in it. But I stayed with it. I was all good till my companion brought up "separation of church and state." I simply put it out there that although this has come to mean more, this part of the first amendment ("Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof . . .") was placed in the Constitution to prevent the government from becoming head of the "Church of America." Makes sense. Many of the early European colonists were fleeing religious tyranny. Many fleeing from the Church of England specifically.
This is not to say that religious tolerance was practiced here. Not many people less tolerant than the Puritans of Mass. Just look at the witch trials.
Ok. I digress. I just threw that (in my opinion) interesting tidbit out. My companion decided to argue that "State sponsored" religion includes all the Christian Right because they were able to get some legislation passed. This is NOT what I was talking about. NOT at all. And there. Did you see it? My goat is captive once again.
Dear friends... It is not fun for me to try to argue against you when you are just saying things you know will piss me off. If we discuss and debate, and even argue, I would like it to be in a logical way.
At least till I can replace my goat (who is apparently a fainting goat) with one that will actually run. Maybe even fight.
Thank you.
Wednesday, March 10, 2010
Happiness
So. How are you guys? I am fine. Contemplative. But overall I am... Well... fine.
I have been thinking about the saying "money can't buy happiness." In the literal sence, of course, this is true. BUT (notice the capital letters... that's a BIG but!) money does buy things that make me happy. Or would. You know, if I had the money. Mainly, Security (yes, I capitalized that for a reason...). This is a HUGE deal to me. So that becomes number one on my list. Yes. I made a list. It's kind of what I do. Feel free to add to it if you feel the need.
Things money can buy that would make me happy:
1) Security (in the form of my debts being paid, my own place, etc, etc, etc)
2) John's college paid for. He wants to go to MIT. Robotics engineering. I know that this will probably change a million times over in the next nine years.... But best to be prepared.
3) A newer car with better gas mileage, in better repair, and over all more reliable
4) Coffee out every morning. A simple, fairly inexpensive one, but I miss being able to do this every day.
5) An ipod with all my music loaded on it. I have lots of music. And having it all at my fingertips anywhere... AHHH-MAZZINGG!!!!
6) A tub of Dream Cream and Dream Wash from Lush. Again, an attainable one. But Ellen NEEDS these things to be completely happy... ;P
7) Ben and Jerry's ice cream.
8) Membership to a gym to work off calories from #7.
9) New shoes... Nuff said.
10) New coffee maker... Again, nuff said.
11) Vacations with John and Steve
12) The FREEDOM to know that when I spend money on these things, I am not jeopardizing my future or that of my son.
All that being said... I have redoubled my efforts to get a better job. Instead of 10 apps and resumes put out a week, I put out 20-25. I have asked advice on my interview skills. I have organized my life. Or at least started the process. Wish me luck. Send me good thoughts. Whatever you do, do it! This is the real deal. I will be in a different place in my life soon. It is time to move foreward instead of treading water. It is TIME!
I have been thinking about the saying "money can't buy happiness." In the literal sence, of course, this is true. BUT (notice the capital letters... that's a BIG but!) money does buy things that make me happy. Or would. You know, if I had the money. Mainly, Security (yes, I capitalized that for a reason...). This is a HUGE deal to me. So that becomes number one on my list. Yes. I made a list. It's kind of what I do. Feel free to add to it if you feel the need.
Things money can buy that would make me happy:
1) Security (in the form of my debts being paid, my own place, etc, etc, etc)
2) John's college paid for. He wants to go to MIT. Robotics engineering. I know that this will probably change a million times over in the next nine years.... But best to be prepared.
3) A newer car with better gas mileage, in better repair, and over all more reliable
4) Coffee out every morning. A simple, fairly inexpensive one, but I miss being able to do this every day.
5) An ipod with all my music loaded on it. I have lots of music. And having it all at my fingertips anywhere... AHHH-MAZZINGG!!!!
6) A tub of Dream Cream and Dream Wash from Lush. Again, an attainable one. But Ellen NEEDS these things to be completely happy... ;P
7) Ben and Jerry's ice cream.
8) Membership to a gym to work off calories from #7.
9) New shoes... Nuff said.
10) New coffee maker... Again, nuff said.
11) Vacations with John and Steve
12) The FREEDOM to know that when I spend money on these things, I am not jeopardizing my future or that of my son.
All that being said... I have redoubled my efforts to get a better job. Instead of 10 apps and resumes put out a week, I put out 20-25. I have asked advice on my interview skills. I have organized my life. Or at least started the process. Wish me luck. Send me good thoughts. Whatever you do, do it! This is the real deal. I will be in a different place in my life soon. It is time to move foreward instead of treading water. It is TIME!
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