Monday, May 26, 2008

Bonerama

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: Bonerama
Genre: Brassian
Website: http://www.bonerama.net/

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


THE VERDICT (Updated!)

Voting has ended. Here is the tally.

Everyone / No One - 3 votes
The Elder Tromboner - 6 votes
J.P. Sousa on the left - 2 votes
Alpha Male Trombone - 5 votes
White Jacket - 1 vote
Hatless' Former Supervisor - 1 vote
The Black Guy - 1 vote


It was close, but seniority won out this time. Congrats to the Elder Tromboner!

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Monday, May 19, 2008

The Specials

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 Specials
Genre: Ska
Website: http://www.thespecials.com/

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



THE VERDICT (Updated!)

Voting has ended. Here is the tally.

No One - 1 vote
The Chess King - 8 votes
Checkered Jacket - 3 votes
Hat-Raiser - 1 vote
Willem Dafoe, the Chess King's puppetmaster - 1 vote


Some people might say the leader was easy to discern in this photo, but at least he wasn't powering a lightbulb with his bare hand.


The pattern juggler lifts his hand
The orchestra begin
As slowly turns the grinding wheel
In the court of the chess king.


Monday, May 12, 2008

Alesana

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: Alesana
Genre: Pop Screamish
Website: http://www.alesanarock.com/

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


THE VERDICT (Updated!)

Voting has ended. Here is the tally.

Arm Tattoo With Forehead - 7 votes
Specs On The Left - 5 votes
Mr. Hair In The Eyes, Third From Left - 2 votes
Back Left - 1 vote
Normal-Looking Third From Right - 1 vote


If there is only one box of black hair dye left on the tourbus, chances are the handsomely-foreheaded gentleman with the arm tattoo will have first dibs to use it. That's just one of the perks of being the leader.

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Monday, May 5, 2008

Mariachi Rosas Divinas

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: Mariachi Rosas Divinas
Genre: Mariachi
Website: http://www.mariachirosasdivinas.com/

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


THE VERDICT (Updated!)

Voting has ended. Here is the tally.

Everyone / No One: 3 votes
Chica Uno: 1 vote
Chica Tres: 3 votes
Chica Cuatro: 2 votes
Chica Cinco: 8 votes
Chica Seis: 1 vote
Chica Siete (Chica de la Derecha): 4 votes


Esto no era una raza muy cercana. Chica Cinco ganó este voto sin esfuerzo. ¡Felicitaciones, Chica Cinco! ¡Usted está en carga!


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