lump

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: lump
Genre: Rock
Website: http://www.myspace.com/fitchburgcalling

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


THE VERDICT (Updated!)

Voting has ended.

Here is the tally (can a single vote be called a tally?):

Doc: 1 vote


Congrats to Doc! You're in charge!

The 13th Floor Elevators

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 13th Floor Elevators
Genre: Psychedelic
Website: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/13th_Floor_Elevators (Wikipedia)


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


THE VERDICT (Updated!)

Voting has ended.

Here is the tally:

Mr. Smiley Shortsleeves: 2 votes
Circular Right: 1 vote

Congrats to Mr. Smiley Shortsleeves! You're in charge!

Deep Purple

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: Deep Purple
Genre: Röck
Website: http://www.deeppurple.com/


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


THE VERDICT (Updated!)

Voting has ended.

Liam Neeson in a bathrobe: 1 vote
Purple Nurple: 2 votes
Cigarette: 1 vote



I was really impressed by the thoughts and finely-nuanced reasoning behind everyone's vote. Purple Nurple is in charge, but let us still marvel at the majesty of a rock 'n roll bathrobe.

Taking a break

Hi, thanks to everyone who has voted. Hatless, Jared X, McGone, A Jaded Girl, Beckeye, Cellar Door, etc.

I am taking a break from this blog (and all other online endeavors). Probably not forever, but for a while.

See you later, you nice people, you.

Daylight Savings Account

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: Daylight Savings Account
Genre: Rock
Website: http://www.daylightsavingsaccount.com/


Voting ends on: Monday, March 22th, 9:00am CST (GMT-5)


THE VERDICT (Updated!)

Voting has ended.

Devil Horns: 1 vote
Bliss-Jacket: 2 votes
Smell My Finger: 2 votes
Those Candle Thingies: 1 vote

A tie! Say, Mr. VP, can you settle this, please?



"Hey, you're back from your break! I'm so happy to see you again. This blog is a big fucking deal. I mean, holy fuckity fuck fuck fuck fuck, man. FUCK YEAH. FUCKITY. Bliss-Jacket is in charge, for that motherfucking shit-eating grin. Fucking great to see you again, man."

The Runaways

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 Runaways
Genre: Rock
Website: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Runaways (Wikipedia)

Voting ends on: Monday, March 15th, 9:00am CST (GMT-5)


UPDATE:

THE VERDICT (Updated!)

Voting has ended.

Here is the tally:

Front and Center: 2 votes
Despairing Cleavage: 1 vote

Congrats to Front and Center! You overcame despairing cleavage, and that is not something easily overcome!

Throwing Muses

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: Throwing Muses
Genre: Rock
Website: http://www.4ad.com/throwingmuses/

Voting ends on: Monday, March 8th, 9:00am CST (GMT-5)


UPDATE:

THE VERDICT (Updated!)

Voting has ended.

Here is the tally:

Way Cool Hair: 1 vote
Teapot: 4 votes
Spam: 1 vote

Congratulations to the Teapot, short and stout(?)!

Guided By Voices

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: Guided By Voices
Genre: Lo-fi
Website: http://www.gbv.com/

Voting ends on: Monday, February 29nd, 9:00am CST (GMT-5)


UPDATE:

THE VERDICT (Updated!)

Voting has ended.

Here is the tally:

Guy On The Right: 1 vote
Cigarette: 1 vote
Ronnie James Dio Jr.: 2 votes
Dixie Cup: 3 votes

Thank you soooo much for voting! And it was a nice spread-out vote, too. As it turns out, it appears Dixie Cup is in charge! Congratulations to Dixie Cup!

The Fucking Champs

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 Fucking Champs
Genre: Grah!
Website: http://www.thefuckingchamps.com/

Voting ends on: Monday, February 22nd, 9:00am CST (GMT-5)


UPDATE:

THE VERDICT (Updated!)

Voting has ended.

Here is the tally:

The Fucking Champ On The Right: 2 votes


In the the valley of the lamps, the guy who most looks haloed by a lampshade is king!

Swell Maps

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: Swell Maps
Genre: Rock
Website: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Swell_Maps (Wikipedia)

Voting ends on: Monday, February 8th, 9:00am CST (GMT-5)


BONUS:

Please also indicate who is in charge of the band in the magazine spread. Does anyone know what band it is? Slade, perhaps?




UPDATE:

THE VERDICT (Updated!)

Voting has ended.

Here is the tally:

The band:
Leopard Print Nose Picker: 3 votes
Far Left Scarf: 1 vote

The magazine:
Bleached Out Far Right: 2 votes


Hey everybody, Far Right is Far Out this time!

Yeah, I just said "Far Out". You dig?

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