The Feelies

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 Feelies
Genre: Pop
Website: http://www.myspace.com/thefeelies

Voting ends on: Monday, July 7th, 9:00am CST (GMT-5)


THE VERDICT (Updated!)

Voting has ended. Here is the tally.

No One - 1 vote
The Luncheonette Owner, Second From Left - 7 votes
Gang Sign - 6 votes
Middle Guy - 1 vote
Far Right - 2 votes
Far Left - 1 vote

It was a close race, but the luncheonette owner won by a milkshake.

Jonas Brothers

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: Jonas Brothers
Genre: Kid-Friendly
Website: http://www.jonasbrothers.com/

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


THE VERDICT (Updated!)

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No One: 5 Votes
The Squatter: 9 votes
Lefty Jonas: 2 votes
Ramones In The Middle: 2 votes

Once again, the squatter proves to be the dominant figure in a band photo. All hail the squatter!

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The Blow

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: The Blow (original lineup)
Genre: Pop Somber Synthetika
Website: http://www.myspace.com/theblowus

Voting ends on: Monday, June 23th, 9:00am CST (GMT-5)



THE VERDICT (Updated!)

Voting has ended. Here is the tally.

No One: 11 Votes
Shades Left: 2 votes
Sad Eye Panda: 6 votes

The voters surprised me this time around. Such hostility! Such anger!

The Blow nearly caused a riot! But can we really hold them responsible?

No one is in charge!

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Second Sex

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: Second Sex
Genre: Garage
Website: http://www.myspace.com/secondsex/

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


THE VERDICT (Updated!)

Voting has ended. Here is the tally.


No One - 1 vote
Behind Bars - 2 votes
Shades Jagger - 11 votes
Larry Mullen Jr. - 3 votes

It was no contest this time around. The immeasurably cool gentleman in sunglasses is in charge of Second (Secomd?) Sex! Congratulations!

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Peacepipe

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: Peacepipe
Genre: Southern Rock
Website: http://www.peacepipeband.com/

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

THE VERDICT (Updated!)

Voting has ended. Here is the tally.

No One: 2 votes
Leather Vest Squatting: 10 votes
Tree Pirate: 7 votes
Baseball Cap On The Left: 2 votes
Peace Sign: 4 votes

I was completely surprised by this vote. No to the Tree Pirate? No to the Peace Sign? A squatting man in a position of dominance? I humbly bow down to the superior intellect of this blog's readers, as this process continues to mystify and enlighten me.

And let us all bow down to Leather Vest Squatting. He's in charge!

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