Are OLP heading in the right track?

reza · Post by **reza** » 6/2/2004, 11:27 am

Do you think that OLP are heading in the right direction by making this a political album?

:evil:

Random Name · Post by **Random Name** » 6/2/2004, 11:43 am

Here we go again...

Henrietta · Post by **Henrietta** » 6/2/2004, 11:54 am

Seems to work for Incubus this time around. Maybe it will for them too.

Post by **xjsb125** » 6/2/2004, 1:15 pm

Must. Not. Flame. N00b. *struggles*

Political album is fine. Seems to be working for Matt Good. If it gets people to think about what is going on in the world and take some proactive action, then its a good thing.

Post by **faninor** » 6/2/2004, 1:21 pm

Political album? Where?

Flea21212 · Post by **Flea21212** » 6/2/2004, 1:34 pm

I think it's about that time of year again, when I buy a new toothbursh

trentm32 · Post by **trentm32** » 6/2/2004, 2:29 pm

xjsb125 wrote:Must. Not. Flame. N00b. *struggles*

ditto.

But seriously, as far as the political thing goes, I think Raine and crew are quite politically aware, and should have no problem portraying their views musically without being too heavy-handed with the message. Personally, I'm stoked.

Tattooed Angels · Post by **Tattooed Angels** » 6/2/2004, 3:00 pm

Flea21212 wrote:I think it's about that time of year again, when I buy a new toothbursh

and all this time I thought it was the time of year I clean the Catbox

nikki4982 · Post by **nikki4982** » 6/2/2004, 3:58 pm

faNINor wrote:Political album? Where?

I was thinking that, too, Josh. :Johnathan:

Tattooed Angels · Post by **Tattooed Angels** » 6/2/2004, 4:50 pm

probably saying Political CD cause of WTSOYF and the last few interviews with Raine he has taken some kind of stance on issues out there today.

I don't mind Raine giving insight, but when i see a show I want to see a show. I don't want to be really bombarded with alot of political things. A little is okay, but there is an arena for that.

the other week Iwent to a rally that Bono spoke at. Afterwards I spoke to him. I didn't ask anything about U2 cause I felt I was talking to Bono the activist and not Bono the singer.

With Raine, I don't mind him saying go out and vote or doing the Warchild thing. I just don't want to be at a show and he is like YOu guys need to do this and this. There is a place for all of this.

I have my issues too. I can suggest, but I don't bombard people with it.

and to tell you the truth I kind of like that Raine is becoming a bit more political. (for lack of a better word) alot of younger people like OLP or read things on them. I feel he is opening up awhole word for people to see. Youdon't have to agree.

Mike Turner was like that for me. I feel he turned me on to things I migh tnot of looked at or heard of if he didn'tmention it.

I AM ME · Post by **I AM ME** » 6/2/2004, 5:02 pm

i think it would be a good thing as long as it was pulled off with class, and without sacrificing your selves.

Random Name · Post by **Random Name** » 6/2/2004, 5:04 pm

I think they should have turned left. But thats just me.

Guided By Voices · Post by **Guided By Voices** » 6/2/2004, 5:17 pm

And I'll just bring out the point that everyone is dying to say.

WE HAVEN'T HEARD THE FUCKING ALBUM.

Alright, I feel better now for saying that. In fact it's kind of a relief.

Waiting to Exist · Post by **Waiting to Exist** » 6/2/2004, 5:18 pm

I have. Where have you all been?

Random Name · Post by **Random Name** » 6/2/2004, 5:40 pm

Yeah, I don't get the point of this conversation. We don't know what direction they are taking. Who has any proof that the songs we have heard over the summer are on the album? And who are we to judge their direction?

closeyoureyes · Post by **closeyoureyes** » 6/2/2004, 5:49 pm

Gail: YOU TALKED TO BONO. *dies*

Tattooed Angels · Post by **Tattooed Angels** » 6/2/2004, 6:12 pm

a sinead for everyone7 wrote:Gail: YOU TALKED TO BONO. *dies*

Yes I talked to Bono. I am a huge admirer/fan of his. This is his quote(in my sig)

I have a kind of sense that an artist is the kind of person who will break the bone in their chest and pull open the ribcage and be raw and be vulnerable even if that means you make a complete prick out of yourself. You may have spotted and followed that one! That map I found as a fan of John Lennon.

lemonphile4 · Post by **lemonphile4** » 6/3/2004, 7:55 am

psycho groupie wrote:
Flea21212 wrote:I think it's about that time of year again, when I buy a new toothbursh

and all this time I thought it was the time of year I clean the Catbox

Poor cat... only gets its box cleaned once a year! :neutral:

I hope there's some political stuff. Gravity was dumbed down. I want songs that make me think.

reza · Post by **reza** » 6/3/2004, 8:58 am

the reason i say this is because raine said that "The new album will be a product of the times."
i don't remember where i read this BUT I DID...unless i imagined it. he also said that his involvement with Warchild could also influence the sound/feeling of the new album.

Hope · Post by **Hope** » 6/12/2004, 12:25 pm

psycho groupie wrote:probably saying Political CD cause of WTSOYF and the last few interviews with Raine he has taken some kind of stance on issues out there today.

I don't mind Raine giving insight, but when i see a show I want to see a show. I don't want to be really bombarded with alot of political things. A little is okay, but there is an arena for that.

With Raine, I don't mind him saying go out and vote or doing the Warchild thing. I just don't want to be at a show and he is like YOu guys need to do this and this. There is a place for all of this.

I have my issues too. I can suggest, but I don't bombard people with it.

and to tell you the truth I kind of like that Raine is becoming a bit more political. (for lack of a better word) alot of younger people like OLP or read things on them. I feel he is opening up awhole word for people to see. Youdon't have to agree.

Mike Turner was like that for me. I feel he turned me on to things I migh tnot of looked at or heard of if he didn'tmention it.

hear, hear
i agree with every word said