Why I Like OLP

wanan · Post by **wanan** » 8/4/2003, 11:10 pm

Hi everyone. I've been lurking here for quite a while and after reading the "Negative" thread I got so pissed off I decided it was time to delurk. I've been a fan since Naveed. I've loved every album in different ways, (SM is my favorite), and to those who dislike Gravity, hey, every great band has at least one misstep in their careers. Being an entertainment geek as well I know the worst critics are the hardcore fans (be it comic fans, trekkies, or music fans). Either everything is done wonderfully, or nothing can ever live up to past accomplishments and things get judged before they are given a chance. Well...that was a bit of a rant but I had to get some of that off my chest. My thoughts only, everyone is entitled to their own.

Anyway, I do have a real point to this post. To get some postive energy going in here why don't we list why we like OLP (or used to as the case may be). Here's my list. 1. they write songs I can listen to over and over and never get tired of (even Innocent in my case), 2. they work hard. There aren't many bands who tour nonstop for years on end while at the same time putting out new albums more frequently than most bands, 3. they never disappoint me in concert, 4. I love the sound of Raine's voice and how he uses it as another instrument, 5. Raine is hot...sorry couldn't resist.

Anyway, let's here some of you guy's reasons!

Candy-coated Fake · Post by **Candy-coated Fake** » 8/4/2003, 11:11 pm

First of all, I'd like to welcome you, fellow Manitoban! Where in MB are you from?

wanan · Post by **wanan** » 8/4/2003, 11:15 pm

Boissevain (famous for the Turtle Derby). But I'll be back in Winnipeg in the fall for school.

senseofurgency · Post by **senseofurgency** » 8/4/2003, 11:15 pm

without going into much detail I like olp because I like they're music and live performances.

Candy-coated Fake · Post by **Candy-coated Fake** » 8/4/2003, 11:20 pm

Yay! Winnipeggers![/spam]

Why I <3 old OLP:
1. Raine's voice. Fucking awesome.
2. The creativity. Holy crap.
3. The way the music touched me. Each song has meaning for me.
4. Mike's guitar playing. It was artistic. Don't get me wromg...Steve rocks my pants, but he (Mike) was more OLP-ish. N/m...
5. Each time I listen to old OLP I hear something new in it.

Why I hate the new OLP stuff:
1. Uncreative, musically and lyrically
2. They're trying to be a "rock" band. Since when are they "rock"?
3. They're trying to be kick ass. Look at Raine on the cover of Gravity. Ugh.

I uno. That's all I can remember right now...

I AM ME · Post by **I AM ME** » 8/4/2003, 11:20 pm

woooo my moms from Boissevain! good to see more 'tobans around, as for my negative views, i don't hate olp, i love them, i'm just being very critical of gravity i have a huge post up explaining it

senseofurgency · Post by **senseofurgency** » 8/4/2003, 11:24 pm

Candy-coated Fake wrote:Yay! Winnipeggers![/spam]

Why I hate the new OLP stuff:
1. Uncreative, musically and lyrically
2. They're trying to be a "rock" band. Since when are they "rock"?
3. They're trying to be kick ass. Look at Raine on the cover of Gravity. Ugh.

I uno. That's all I can remember right now...

I think the kick ass thing lost its way when the somewhere out there video came out. Raine may as well have done a few dance moves.

Candy-coated Fake · Post by **Candy-coated Fake** » 8/4/2003, 11:30 pm

Random: I'd like to see Raine do ballet. :nod:

Back on topic!

wanan · Post by **wanan** » 8/4/2003, 11:32 pm

hmmm....picturing Raine in a pink tutu. :lol:

Candy-coated Fake · Post by **Candy-coated Fake** » 8/4/2003, 11:35 pm

It'd be sexy, I tell ya.

Mmm...Raine in ballet tights. :drool:

They sure wouldn't hide much! 8-)

wanan · Post by **wanan** » 8/4/2003, 11:41 pm

Forget tights, he should just perform with only a sock on like flea.

Well, I think I've managed to take my post completely off topic already.

Candy-coated Fake · Post by **Candy-coated Fake** » 8/4/2003, 11:43 pm

SpiritualJunkie · Post by **SpiritualJunkie** » 8/4/2003, 11:47 pm

Okay, let's get back on topic, you guys...

The main reason I like OLP is because they make songs that relate to a lot of people and to society and this is regardless of whether they make simple or more complex songs. I mean, after hearing the same old pop songs that kept talking about crushes and materialism, I was blown away by how much "Life" related to me despite the fact that it's extremely simple.

senseofurgency · Post by **senseofurgency** » 8/4/2003, 11:54 pm

SpiritualJunkie wrote:The main reason I like OLP is because they make songs that relate to a lot of people and to society and this is regardless of whether they make simple or more complex songs. I mean, after hearing the same old pop songs that kept talking about crushes and materialism, I was blown away by how much "Life" related to me despite the fact that it's extremely simple.

areusad831 · Post by **areusad831** » 8/4/2003, 11:56 pm

i am happy to see these non-regular posters posting :mrgreen:

keep posting guys. :nod:

Candy-coated Fake · Post by **Candy-coated Fake** » 8/4/2003, 11:57 pm

I am a regular poster! :mad:

Neil · Post by **Neil** » 8/4/2003, 11:58 pm

want an award? :lol:

SpiritualJunkie · Post by **SpiritualJunkie** » 8/4/2003, 11:59 pm

I guess it's the fact there's actually something to talk about now.

Candy-coated Fake · Post by **Candy-coated Fake** » 8/5/2003, 12:01 am

I'd actually just like some respect, thank you, since I can't get it in real life.

Some gifts and stuff would be nice though. Maybe some bowing and worsjipping me too.

senseofurgency · Post by **senseofurgency** » 8/5/2003, 12:06 am

Candy-coated Fake wrote:I'd actually just like some respect, thank you, since I can't get it in real life.

Some gifts and stuff would be nice though. Maybe some bowing and worsjipping me too.

so stalkings still not outta the question huh?.. hmmm..