Powerfest overall review - Page 4

shapechanger · May 8th, 2008, 10:29 PM

Mountain King ^^^^^^

Are you the guy with the license plate SAVATAGE (or some derivative) parked at the Super 8 last weekend? I saw that plate and thought, "That is probably the dude with the Hall Of The Mountain King avatar.

shapechanger · May 8th, 2008, 10:34 PM

Wow, I just read this whole thread. Can someone please give me that 20 minutes of my life back? LOL, some of you sound like teenage girls bitchin' at each other. For christ's sake, it's the Internet ... don't have a forum if you don't want to hear the good and the bad. Double wow.

UsefulIdiot127 · May 8th, 2008, 11:00 PM

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Originally Posted by shapechanger

Wow, I just read this whole thread. Can someone please give me that 20 minutes of my life back? LOL, some of you sound like teenage girls bitchin' at each other. For christ's sake, it's the Internet ... don't have a forum if you don't want to hear the good and the bad. Double wow.

x a million

DRFS Rich · May 9th, 2008, 09:38 AM

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Originally Posted by Mountain King

Why would you pay all that money to show up and count people.......seriously even if the bands weren't that great I"d hope I could at least find somebody to socialize with...in fact I could come up with about 1000 other things to do at a show before I'd start counting people...

Yeah but last time you started trying to come up with other things to do you ended up without pants and security running you out of the building!

- R

DRFS Rich · May 9th, 2008, 09:40 AM

<i>Originally Posted by shapechanger
Wow, I just read this whole thread. Can someone please give me that 20 minutes of my life back?</i>

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Originally Posted by UsefulIdiot127

x a million

You spent 38 years reading this thread? Christ!

- R

testofwills · May 9th, 2008, 01:14 PM

. Epicurean-6/10- I really wanted to like this band. Everytime they started playing a song, I would start moving with it...then the singer would open his mouth. I don't know if it was tech. problems, he was just off with his voice that night, or he just really doesnt have a style that matches the music being played, but it sounded like he was singing one song while the band played another.

I don;t beleive the singer had a off night as i have seen them play in a small club to 8 people and he has a hell of a time staying in key....Cool band but his clean vocals really need work...

Velheru · May 9th, 2008, 02:35 PM

Actually, There were a few individual performances I meant to note in my reviews. First was Epicurean's bassist. This guy had amazing energy. He was good and worked the whole stage. Also, with Ion Vein...Chuck is just sick on the drums. I mean seriously, he could put many A-list bands drummers to shame. Also, while I have heard a lot of ppl complain about Allen, I thought he was great. His voice is awesome and his antics are fun. He does what he does to have fun and entertain. All in all, most of the bands had some standout good characteristics, its just that with a few of them, they werent enough to overcome the bad ones.

I actually really enjoyed the whole 3 days. Was a great experience for me. I also enjoyed wearing my $150 worth of shirts to school this week. I had to give a big presentation to the class yesterday so I wore my "Here's an idea...Fuck Off" shirt as an attention getter. My teacher was a little dismayed, but everyone in class paid attention. I hope next year is bigger and better. I might be trying to save and get my friends to save so we can all do VIP next time and further support the show.

GateXII · May 9th, 2008, 03:20 PM

OK...some clarification is definitely needed here...

First, let me explain why I went off...regarding Velheru. There have recently been suspensions issued to a couple of the negative/know-it-all/one-up posters who have frequented this board. This was done because it just became too excessive!! We're trying to gain interest for the fest, not give new people (lurkers) an impression that it sucks in any way if they're on the fence about attending. Sorry, but this is completely business & marketing based...and although it would be nice for it not to be, it's quite necessary if we hope to keep building the fest to be bigger & better.

For example...if I were, say, an average or new metal fan (a kid, realistically) who just found out about the Powerfest & wanted to see how it did this year to see if it might be something I'd want to go to next year just to check out some cool metal bands...and I read all these negative criticisms on the forum ACTUALLY HOSTED by the promoters who organize the event, my impression might be that it's not worth my time & money.

So...knowing that at least one of these suspended individuals is devious enough to try to sneak back in under a new alias & the fact that Velheru's FIRST post was negative-jibed just like the majority of that person's posts, I reacted as if it were him, unfortunately (no way to prove it wasn't him). Pissed as hell? Yes. Overreacted? Yes. Justified? I think so.

I mean, why else would someone's first post be a negative one. Certainly not a good way to introduce yourself...not to us anyway. And certainly not a good idea on ANY other forum without expecting to get some backlash. Sure, maybe not as harsh as what I gave, but backlash nonetheless. Again, going back to my go-to analogy

...you wouldn't go to a new aquaintance's (or friend-of-a-friend's) party/house & start pointing out all the negatives of the party or the accommodations without risking to be thown out on your ass by the host, right?

Velheru, if you are indeed new to this forum, I sincerely apologize for "going off" on you as harshly as I did...although, the message behind what I was saying still holds true in principle.

Now this leads me to my second point for clarification...we are most certainly open to criticism!! HOWEVER! Respect is EARNED!! Not blindly given!! So, for those of you who we know & respect both on this forum & outside because of your continued support of us, the fest & also the scene...and who we've also become friends with over the years...ie. Rob K, Rachel, John B, Annie/Rick, Laura, Dan, Jose, Amber, Rich, Will, booB, Jodi, Vman...just off the top of my head, but many others...we respect your opinion & your suggestions because you have proven to us that your intentions for improving the fest & the scene are truly altruistic & not for personal glory by way of publically announcing your "better" ideas or the opportunity to brag that you know more (or whatever the self-glorifying reason) like some others around here.

And it's also very interesting that those of you who truly care about us & the fest have a much better tact of how to get your point across when making a criticism, which definitely helps you to get heard & your suggestions taken to heart. The cunt method on the other hand....eh, not so much.

So I hope this helps clarify a bit where all this anger & aggrivation came from on our part.

And for the record...regarding the Snappy Weiner crew (Rich, Tony, Amber, etc)...you guys really need to go re-read my post.

I completely made all those criticisms up (which is why I said I found no fault with them...obviously I was unclear, sorry) only to prove my point & make some parallel comparisons so you would know where I was coming from with my rant.

I did NOT mean any of them about your party, but quite the opposite...everything about your party rocked & I had a great time without ANY complaints!!

Although, I'm not a picky bitch like some.

It's all about having a good time, not about trying to nit-pick what could make it better.

I really hope you guys didn't think that any of my previous rant was directed at you.

I apologize if it came out that way.

Punkin877 · May 9th, 2008, 04:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Velheru

I had to give a big presentation to the class yesterday so I wore my "Here's an idea...Fuck Off" shirt as an attention getter. My teacher was a little dismayed, but everyone in class paid attention.

THAT was brilliant.

Mountain King · May 9th, 2008, 04:46 PM

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Originally Posted by DRFS Rich

Yeah but last time you started trying to come up with other things to do you ended up without pants and security running you out of the building!

- R

Funny...that was #999 on the list of 1000!

Mountain King · May 9th, 2008, 04:48 PM

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Originally Posted by GateXII

And for the record...regarding the Snappy Weiner crew (Rich, Tony, Amber, etc)...you guys really need to go re-read my post.

I completely made all those criticisms up (which is why I said I found no fault with them...obviously I was unclear, sorry) only to prove my point & make some parallel comparisons so you would know where I was coming from w

May 9th, 2008, 01:14 PM	#81 (permalink)
testofwills Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Canada Posts: 486	. Epicurean-6/10- I really wanted to like this band. Everytime they started playing a song, I would start moving with it...then the singer would open his mouth. I don't know if it was tech. problems, he was just off with his voice that night, or he just really doesnt have a style that matches the music being played, but it sounded like he was singing one song while the band played another. I don;t beleive the singer had a off night as i have seen them play in a small club to 8 people and he has a hell of a time staying in key....Cool band but his clean vocals really need work... __________________ Dr.Blast

May 9th, 2008, 03:20 PM	#83 (permalink)
GateXII Soul Collector Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 1,632	OK...some clarification is definitely needed here... First, let me explain why I went off...regarding Velheru. There have recently been suspensions issued to a couple of the negative/know-it-all/one-up posters who have frequented this board. This was done because it just became too excessive!! We're trying to gain interest for the fest, not give new people (lurkers) an impression that it sucks in any way if they're on the fence about attending. Sorry, but this is completely business & marketing based...and although it would be nice for it not to be, it's quite necessary if we hope to keep building the fest to be bigger & better. For example...if I were, say, an average or new metal fan (a kid, realistically) who just found out about the Powerfest & wanted to see how it did this year to see if it might be something I'd want to go to next year just to check out some cool metal bands...and I read all these negative criticisms on the forum ACTUALLY HOSTED by the promoters who organize the event, my impression might be that it's not worth my time & money. So...knowing that at least one of these suspended individuals is devious enough to try to sneak back in under a new alias & the fact that Velheru's FIRST post was negative-jibed just like the majority of that person's posts, I reacted as if it were him, unfortunately (no way to prove it wasn't him). Pissed as hell? Yes. Overreacted? Yes. Justified? I think so. I mean, why else would someone's first post be a negative one. Certainly not a good way to introduce yourself...not to us anyway. And certainly not a good idea on ANY other forum without expecting to get some backlash. Sure, maybe not as harsh as what I gave, but backlash nonetheless. Again, going back to my go-to analogy ...you wouldn't go to a new aquaintance's (or friend-of-a-friend's) party/house & start pointing out all the negatives of the party or the accommodations without risking to be thown out on your ass by the host, right? Velheru, if you are indeed new to this forum, I sincerely apologize for "going off" on you as harshly as I did...although, the message behind what I was saying still holds true in principle. Now this leads me to my second point for clarification...we are most certainly open to criticism!! HOWEVER! Respect is EARNED!! Not blindly given!! So, for those of you who we know & respect both on this forum & outside because of your continued support of us, the fest & also the scene...and who we've also become friends with over the years...ie. Rob K, Rachel, John B, Annie/Rick, Laura, Dan, Jose, Amber, Rich, Will, booB, Jodi, Vman...just off the top of my head, but many others...we respect your opinion & your suggestions because you have proven to us that your intentions for improving the fest & the scene are truly altruistic & not for personal glory by way of publically announcing your "better" ideas or the opportunity to brag that you know more (or whatever the self-glorifying reason) like some others around here. And it's also very interesting that those of you who truly care about us & the fest have a much better tact of how to get your point across when making a criticism, which definitely helps you to get heard & your suggestions taken to heart. The cunt method on the other hand....eh, not so much. So I hope this helps clarify a bit where all this anger & aggrivation came from on our part. And for the record...regarding the Snappy Weiner crew (Rich, Tony, Amber, etc)...you guys really need to go re-read my post. I completely made all those criticisms up (which is why I said I found no fault with them...obviously I was unclear, sorry) only to prove my point & make some parallel comparisons so you would know where I was coming from with my rant. I did NOT mean any of them about your party, but quite the opposite...everything about your party rocked & I had a great time without ANY complaints!! Although, I'm not a picky bitch like some. It's all about having a good time, not about trying to nit-pick what could make it better. I really hope you guys didn't think that any of my previous rant was directed at you. I apologize if it came out that way. __________________ CHICAGO POWERFEST http://www.ChicagoPowerfest.com http://www.myspace.com/chicagopowerfest --- TWELFTH GATE http://www.TwelfthGate.net http://www.myspace.com/twelfthgate --- http://www.myspace.com/mortalmusic

May 8th, 2008, 10:29 PM	#76 (permalink)
shapechanger Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Madison, WI USA Posts: 18	Mountain King ^^^^^^ Are you the guy with the license plate SAVATAGE (or some derivative) parked at the Super 8 last weekend? I saw that plate and thought, "That is probably the dude with the Hall Of The Mountain King avatar.

May 8th, 2008, 10:34 PM	#77 (permalink)
shapechanger Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Madison, WI USA Posts: 18	Wow, I just read this whole thread. Can someone please give me that 20 minutes of my life back? LOL, some of you sound like teenage girls bitchin' at each other. For christ's sake, it's the Internet ... don't have a forum if you don't want to hear the good and the bad. Double wow.

May 9th, 2008, 02:35 PM	#82 (permalink)
Velheru Junior Member Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 16	Actually, There were a few individual performances I meant to note in my reviews. First was Epicurean's bassist. This guy had amazing energy. He was good and worked the whole stage. Also, with Ion Vein...Chuck is just sick on the drums. I mean seriously, he could put many A-list bands drummers to shame. Also, while I have heard a lot of ppl complain about Allen, I thought he was great. His voice is awesome and his antics are fun. He does what he does to have fun and entertain. All in all, most of the bands had some standout good characteristics, its just that with a few of them, they werent enough to overcome the bad ones. I actually really enjoyed the whole 3 days. Was a great experience for me. I also enjoyed wearing my $150 worth of shirts to school this week. I had to give a big presentation to the class yesterday so I wore my "Here's an idea...Fuck Off" shirt as an attention getter. My teacher was a little dismayed, but everyone in class paid attention. I hope next year is bigger and better. I might be trying to save and get my friends to save so we can all do VIP next time and further support the show.