Guitar Wolf

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: Guitar Wolf
Genre: Rock
Website: http://www.guitarwolf.net/

Voting ends on: Monday, August 31st, 9:00am CST (GMT-5)


THE VERDICT (Updated!)

Voting has ended.

No One - 1 vote
Sneer - 2 votes
Middle Man - 3 votes



Middle Man wins it!

Ramones

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: Ramones
Genre: Punk
Website: http://www.officialramones.com/

Voting ends on: Monday, August 24th, 9:00am CST (GMT-5)


THE VERDICT (Updated!)

Voting has ended.

Far Right - 3 votes
Far Left - 3 votes
Second From Right - 1 vote

Another tie! As with all ties, the Vice President of the United States casts the deciding vote.


"HEY PUNK ROCKERS!!!! ANARCHY IN THE BBC!!!!"

Hi, Mr. VP.


"I have loved these guys since '65!!!!! I hung out with these guys on the set of Rock 'N Roll Vocational School. The director Alan Arkin is a personal friend of mine."

Okay, can we get this over with already?


"All the lines lead to Far Right. Far Right is in charge!"

The McCoys

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 McCoys
Genre: Pop
Website: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_McCoys

Voting ends on: Monday, August 17th, 9:00am CST (GMT-5)

THE VERDICT (Updated!)

Voting has ended.

No One - 1 vote
Second From Right - 3 votes
Semi-Thumbs-Up - 1 vote

Wow, quite the enthusiastic turnout for The McCoys. I included two votes cast after the deadline in an attempt to "Rock" the "Vote". Alas, I don't think it was rocking.

Second From Right, congrats -- that smattering of votes is for YOU!

A Skylit Drive

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: A Skylit Drive
Genre: Urgent Rock
Website: http://www.myspace.com/askylitdrive

Voting ends on: Monday, August 10th, 9:00am CST (GMT-5)


THE VERDICT (Updated!)

Voting has ended.

Striped Shirt Ginger - 3 votes
Claire Danes - 1 vote
V-Neck In The Back - 1 vote
Guy On The Right - 1 vote
Diamond and Crossbones - 1 vote


The power of the ginger wins again!

Lambchop

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: Lambchop
Genre: Funky Countrypolitan
Website: http://www.lambchop.net/

Voting ends on: Monday, August 3rd, 9:00am CST (GMT-5)



THE VERDICT (Updated!)

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3rd guy from left, crotch-sitting: 1 vote
The Tractor Driver
aka The Farmer
aka Red Hat Guy
aka Mr. Livin' Large
aka Swayze
aka Front-and-Center
aka Kurt. Fucking. Wagner. : 8 votes


No doubt here, the guy with all the aliases is in charge!

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Art Brut

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: Art Brut
Genre: Indie
Website: http://www.artbrut.org.uk/

Voting ends on: Monday, July 27th, 9:00am CST (GMT-5)


THE VERDICT (Updated!)

Voting has ended.

Peter Murphy On The Right - 1 vote
Second From Left Guy - 2 votes
ART BRUT Rating Of 8 - 2 votes
Chubby Nick Rhodes - 1 vote
Photo Left - 1 vote


A tie! A tie! As with all ties, we call upon the current sitting Vice President of the United States to make a decision.


"Yo, peeps!"


Hi, Mr. VP. Peeps, really?



"It all comes down to the ART BRUT Rating, peeps."


Please stop saying that.



"ART BRUT 8 is in charge!"

Big Star

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: Big Star
Genre: Pop
Website: http://bigstarband.com/

Voting ends on: Monday, July 20th, 9:00am CST (GMT-5)

THE VERDICT (Updated!)

Voting has ended.

Guy In The Orange Sweater, Who Might Have An "I'm Alex Chilton" t-shirt on underneath - 5 votes
The Boozer - 4 votes
Happy Guy In Vest - 1 vote
The Floating Hand - 1 vote
Feet On The Table - 1 vote

It's just like Paul Westerberg once said: "Children by the million / Sing for the Guy In The Orange Sweater / When he comes 'round."

Orange Sweater, you are in charge!

The New Pornographers

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 New Pornographers
Genre: Pop
Website: http://www.thenewpornographers.com/

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


THE VERDICT (Updated!)

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No One - 1 vote
Green Checkered Shirt - 3 votes
Graybeard - 1 vote
Guy Left Of Graybeard - 1 vote
Far Right - 1 vote
Redhead Rollergirl - 2 votes


I was a little surprised by this one. Green Checkered Shirt, you are in charge!

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Jet

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: Jet
Genre: Rock
Website: http://www.jettheband.com/

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


THE VERDICT (Updated!)

Voting has ended.

Second Left, With The Nose - 7 votes
Stripes, Leather Jacket - 1 vote
Far Left - 1 vote

Very lopsided vote this time around. I think With The Nose might have enough clout to give the small, yapping dog from Grizzly Bear a run for its money. With The Nose, you are in charge!

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Blur

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: Blur
Genre: Pop
Website: http://www.blur.co.uk/

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



THE VERDICT (Updated!)

Voting has ended.


Where the hell has my professionalism gone? It's already freaking Tuesday. Okay, well since I was late, a late voter gets their vote counted. You're welcome.

What's the tally?

2nd From Left - 2 votes
Red - 1 vote
Far Left - 4 votes
Crossed Legs - 1 vote

Brooding guy on the left, you are the Über-Blur!

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