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  1. AMBR

    Ultimate Metal Forum Member Poster

    I've been asked by a number of people if I'd be willing to do the forum poster again and I've decided to do it. Really missed it last year. The printing is rather pricey though, (around $80) and I would need some help with that. Not sure how to set it up - looking for suggestions. Anyway...
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    Forum Members Poster for ProgPower XV

    Here we go again! Time to submit you photo to be featured on the Ultimate Metal ProgPower Forum Members Poster. If you're new, this is a poster of everyone who participated in this forum, even if only occasionally, so that you can meet new friends or just say "hi" at the festival. If you want...
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    Forum Members Poster for ProgPower XIV

    It's that time again! Time to submit you photo to be featured on the Ultimate Metal ProgPower Forum Members Poster. If you're new, this is a poster of everyone who participated in this forum, even if only occasionally, so that you can meet new friends or just say "hi" at the festival. If you...
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    The ProgPower Forum Members Poster - Let's do it!

    Here we go! Just about six weeks to go til ProgPower (can you believe it?! :Spin:), so it's time to submit your photos in this thread for this year's forum members poster. For those unfamiliar with this ProgPower tradition, every year for the past several, I put together a poster of photos...
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    Rob Doherty formerly of Into Eternity

    It appears that Rob has passed away. There are multiple posts to that effect on his Facebook page and former band mate, Adam Sagan. I'm sorry I have no other information, but he was a really sweet guy and this is just terrible news. :cry: I hope someone would post confirmation/more info.
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    Dream Theater - A Dramatic Turn of Events

    What a joy! Had a chance to hear this over the weekend and I am thrilled with this album! This is the Dream Theater sound I fell in love with. This is Dream Theater showing all their instrumental skill in compositions that are fresh and focused. Mangini not only sets a groove but supports and...
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    ProgPower Forum Members Poster - It's Time!

    It's that time!! :hotjump: Time to submit your photos in this thread for this year's forum members poster. Thankfully, I am busier with work than prior years so I'd like to get going on this a little earlier. For those unfamiliar with this ProgPower gem, every year for the past several, I put...
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    Poster, Poster! It's time to make the Forum Poster! Deadline is Aug. 31

    It's that time again, folks. Time to post your photo for the ProgPower Forum Members poster. :hotjump: For those who don't know, for the past several years we've had a poster hanging at the venue that has photos and names of the forum members. It's a good way to put faces to the names you've...
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    Radio will Rock Again Soon

    Isn't it a shame that the thing we love so much snares us and denies or give us pleasure at will? That said, a major computer melt down shut off BEC radio temporarily for the last couple of weeks. This is not the end! The radio will be back on line soon, but the work involved in...
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    The Olympics

    Surprised there's no discussion on this. Am I the only Olympic obsessive on the board? I just love The Games, but especially the Winter Games. Hate to start this thread off with a beef, BUT: The absolutely worst thing about the Olympic Games is the US television coverage and NBC is taking it to...
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    Atlanta in March - Any good shows?

    Hey everybody! The hubby has to travel to Atlanta March 19-22 for business and I'm considering going with him. Are there any decent shows scheduled for that weekend? Thanks!
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    Mercenary parts way with drummer, singer and keyboardist

    Statement from the band: "Well, well, changes that have been underway for a long time can sometimes come about in the blink of an eye. Last week, Mike told us that he wanted to leave the band permanently. The rest of us did some serious thinking and soul-searching, sat...
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    Travel Arrangements for ProgPower X

    I searched several ways and did not find a thread like this. If it belongs in the lounge, please kindly move. :) Anyway, let's post our travels plans. What flights and costs, arrival times, driving routes, hotel information and anything else that might be useful for other travelers or help us...
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    Swine Flu

    The media would have us believe this is fast approaching pandemic level. Are you concerned? Do you think it's blown out of proportion. One "authority" does. :rolleyes: Where do you think this is heading and will you change travel plans or take any other precautions? If you really think this...
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    ProgPower 2008 Forum Poster - Look for it at Center Stage!

    Ok, it's time again to share your mug shots! If you would like be featured on the forum members poster to be displayed at ProgPower this year, please post a photo in this thread. It would be GREATLY appreciated if you would put your name on it. :Saint: Either your forum or real name or both...
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    Riverside at the NJProghouse

    "Ladies and gentlemen the NJProghouse is proud to present live and in concert for their ONLY North American non festival appearance, Riverside. The band will be flying in from Poland to play one show, with us, on Friday September 12th. From there they will journey north of the border to play...
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    Timo Tolkki Launches "New" Band

    So, here's is the latest chapter in the Stratovarius saga: In the latest issue of Finland's Soundi magazine, STRATOVARIUS mainman Timo Tolkki reveals that he has formed a new band called REVOLUTION RENAISSANCE, which is believed to have been the working title of the now apparently aborted new...
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    JON OLIVA, MIDNIGHT, WADE BLACK Collaborate

    JON OLIVA, MIDNIGHT, WADE BLACK Collaborate On Reworked Version Of CRIMSON GLORY Classic - Mar. 4, 2008 JON OLIVA'S PAIN guitarist Matt LaPorte has announced the collaboration between legendary metal vocalists Jon Oliva (JON OLIVA'S PAIN, TRANS-SIBERIAN ORCHESTRA, SAVATAGE), Midnight (CRIMSON...
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    NAMM 2008 Winter Show

    This Thursday marks the start of the 2008 NAMM winter show. For those not yet familiar with the event, and the entity which hosts it, here's a brief description from the NAMM Website: The NAMM Show is the largest music products trade show in United States. Held every January in Anaheim...
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    The Legendary TT Quick Returns!!

    Alrighty, in an amazing flashback, the legendary TT Quick is returning for a one-off at the Starland Ballroom: TT Quick • Edgar Cayce Band Plus Black Dog, The Jersey Syndicate, Of Fate And Chance and very special guests. Partial net proceeds to benefit the Monica Massaro Fund. $15 advance, $20...