Cheap Trick

Purpose:
Determine a band's leader by analyzing a publicity photo.

Disclaimer:
A band's inclusion on this blog reflects neither an endorsement nor a criticism of its music. This post is merely intended as a spotlight on the inner political workings of a collection of individuals who are in the midst of a cooperative, creative endeavor.

The Process:
You, dear reader, please answer the question, "Who's in charge here?"

After sufficient discussion has taken place, a verdict can then be passed based on a majority vote.

Band: Cheap Trick
Genre: Rock
Website: http://www.cheaptrick.com/

Voting ends on: September 13th, 9:00am CST (GMT-5)

The Libertines

Purpose:
Determine a band's leader by analyzing a publicity photo.

Disclaimer:
A band's inclusion on this blog reflects neither an endorsement nor a criticism of its music. This post is merely intended as a spotlight on the inner political workings of a collection of individuals who are in the midst of a cooperative, creative endeavor.

The Process:
You, dear reader, please answer the question, "Who's in charge here?"

After sufficient discussion has taken place, a verdict can then be passed based on a majority vote.

Band: The Libertines
Genre: Rock
Website: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Libertines (Wiki)

Voting ends on: September 6th, 9:00am CST (GMT-5)


THE VERDICT (Updated!)

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Here is the tally:
Scarf Boy: 3 votes

With this band, we see a previously undiscovered visual component that may have an effect on the power dynamics of a group photo. Nipples! Alas, in this case, a nipple was not enough. Scarf Boy is in charge!

Drivin' 'N' Cryin'

Purpose:
Determine a band's leader by analyzing a publicity photo.

Disclaimer:
A band's inclusion on this blog reflects neither an endorsement nor a criticism of its music. This post is merely intended as a spotlight on the inner political workings of a collection of individuals who are in the midst of a cooperative, creative endeavor.

The Process:
You, dear reader, please answer the question, "Who's in charge here?"

After sufficient discussion has taken place, a verdict can then be passed based on a majority vote.

Band: Drivin' 'N' Cryin'
Genre: Rockin'
Website: http://www.drivinncryin.com/

Voting ends on: August 30th, 9:00am CST (GMT-5)



THE VERDICT (Updated!)

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Here is the tally:
Cowboy Hat: 2 votes
CBGB's: 1 vote

Congrats to Cowboy Hat! He's in Chargin'!

The Beatles

Purpose:
Determine a band's leader by analyzing a publicity photo.

Disclaimer:
A band's inclusion on this blog reflects neither an endorsement nor a criticism of its music. This post is merely intended as a spotlight on the inner political workings of a collection of individuals who are in the midst of a cooperative, creative endeavor.

The Process:
You, dear reader, please answer the question, "Who's in charge here?"

After sufficient discussion has taken place, a verdict can then be passed based on a majority vote.

Band: Beatles
Genre: Pop
Website: Couldn't find a website for these guys.

Voting ends on: August 23rd, 9:00am CST (GMT-5)



THE VERDICT (Updated!)

Voting has ended.

Here is the tally:
Left: 1 vote
Second From Left: 1 vote
Third From Left: 2 votes
Fourth From Left: 1 vote

Hm, I was a little surprised by this vote. Lots of different visual factors at play, I reckon. Third from left, you are in charge and adorable!

Hüsker Dü

Purpose:
Determine a band's leader by analyzing a publicity photo.

Disclaimer:
A band's inclusion on this blog reflects neither an endorsement nor a criticism of its music. This post is merely intended as a spotlight on the inner political workings of a collection of individuals who are in the midst of a cooperative, creative endeavor.

The Process:
You, dear reader, please answer the question, "Who's in charge here?"

After sufficient discussion has taken place, a verdict can then be passed based on a majority vote.

Band: Hüsker Dü
Genre: Dark Fuzzy Sweet
Website: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hüsker_Dü (Wiki)

Voting ends on: August 16th, 9:00am CST (GMT-5)


THE VERDICT (Updated!)

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Here is the tally:
Moustache: 1 vote
Bob Mould lookalike: 2 votes

It could be due to his eerie similarity to Bob Mould, but no matter what the reason, the gentleman on the right is in charge!

The Sugarcubes

Purpose:
Determine a band's leader by analyzing a publicity photo.

Disclaimer:
A band's inclusion on this blog reflects neither an endorsement nor a criticism of its music. This post is merely intended as a spotlight on the inner political workings of a collection of individuals who are in the midst of a cooperative, creative endeavor.

The Process:
You, dear reader, please answer the question, "Who's in charge here?"

After sufficient discussion has taken place, a verdict can then be passed based on a majority vote.

Band: The Sugarcubes
Genre: Sykurmolarnir-ish
Website: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Sugarcubes (Wiki)

Voting ends on: August 9th, 9:00am CST (GMT-5)


THE VERDICT (Updated!)

Voting has ended.

Here is the tally:
Propeller Hat: 1 vote
Mme. Rouge: 2 votes
Suit 'N Tie: 1 vote


Mme. Rouge, you are charrrrrgje! (imagine pronounced in a Frenchy sort of way).

10,000 Maniacs

Purpose:
Determine a band's leader by analyzing a publicity photo.

Disclaimer:
A band's inclusion on this blog reflects neither an endorsement nor a criticism of its music. This post is merely intended as a spotlight on the inner political workings of a collection of individuals who are in the midst of a cooperative, creative endeavor.

The Process:
You, dear reader, please answer the question, "Who's in charge here?"

After sufficient discussion has taken place, a verdict can then be passed based on a majority vote.

Band: 10,000 Maniacs (post-Merchant)
Genre: Sens-o-tive
Website: http://www.maniacs.com/

Voting ends on: August 2nd, 9:00am CST (GMT-5)



THE VERDICT (Updated!)

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Here is the tally:
Bald Tan Shirt: 1 vote
White Hat: 1 vote
Graybeard: 2 votes
Joe:

If it matters at all, I was pulling for you, Joe. But the partially-concealed bearded gentleman is in charge.

Phoenix

Purpose:
Determine a band's leader by analyzing a publicity photo.

Disclaimer:
A band's inclusion on this blog reflects neither an endorsement nor a criticism of its music. This post is merely intended as a spotlight on the inner political workings of a collection of individuals who are in the midst of a cooperative, creative endeavor.

The Process:
You, dear reader, please answer the question, "Who's in charge here?"

After sufficient discussion has taken place, a verdict can then be passed based on a majority vote.

Band: Phoenix
Genre: Poppity
Website: http://www.wearephoenix.com/

Voting ends on: Monday, July 26th, 9:00am CST (GMT-5)


THE VERDICT (Updated!)

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Here is the tally:
Front Left: 2 votes
All Black: 1 vote





Front Left is in charge! Now, if I could just get "Lisztomania" out of my damned head.

The Main Ingredient

Purpose:
Determine a band's leader by analyzing a publicity photo.

Disclaimer:
A band's inclusion on this blog reflects neither an endorsement nor a criticism of its music. This post is merely intended as a spotlight on the inner political workings of a collection of individuals who are in the midst of a cooperative, creative endeavor.

The Process:
You, dear reader, please answer the question, "Who's in charge here?"

After sufficient discussion has taken place, a verdict can then be passed based on a majority vote.

Band: The Main Ingredient
Genre: Soul
Website: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Main_Ingredient (Wikipedia)

Voting ends on: Monday, July 19th, 9:00am CST (GMT-5)


THE VERDICT (Updated!)

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Here is the tally:
Middle Guy: 2 votes
Professor Plaid: 6 votes

No contest here. As Jared X himself said, Professor Plaid is the main Main Ingredient.

Los Campesinos!

Purpose:
Determine a band's leader by analyzing a publicity photo.

Disclaimer:
A band's inclusion on this blog reflects neither an endorsement nor a criticism of its music. This post is merely intended as a spotlight on the inner political workings of a collection of individuals who are in the midst of a cooperative, creative endeavor.

The Process:
You, dear reader, please answer the question, "Who's in charge here?"

After sufficient discussion has taken place, a verdict can then be passed based on a majority vote.

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Band: Los Campesinos!
Genre: Rock
Website: http://loscampesinos.com/

Voting ends on: Monday, July 12th, 9:00am CST (GMT-5)


THE VERDICT (Updated!)

Voting has ended.

Here is the tally:
Goatee Mojo, Middle: 2 votes
Dark Red Hair: 2 votes


A tie, once again. Mr. VP, how do you reckon it?


"Ooh, this is a nice one. Yes, there is a vanishing point. However, the band member at the locus of this vanishing point is not sharply in focus. This *severely* undercuts the authority he holds within the group dynamics of the picture. Since he can't be in charge, I must go with the other candidate, Dark Red Hair."

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