The Housemartins

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 Housemartins
Genre: Pop
Website: http://thehousemartins.com/ (fan site)

Voting ends on: Monday, September 28st, 9:00am CST (GMT-5)


THE VERDICT (Updated!)

Voting has ended.


No One - 1 vote
Glasses - 1 vote
Mr. Hands - 2 votes
Guy On Left - 1 vote



The hands have it!

The Isley 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.

Click on pic for larger image.
Band: The Isley Brothers
Genre: Soul
Website: http://www.defjam.com/site/artist_home.php?artist_id=598

Voting ends on: Monday, September 21st, 9:00am CST (GMT-5)


THE VERDICT (Updated!)

Voting has ended.


White Suit - 5 votes
Black Shawl - 2 votes


Congrats to White Suit! You are in charge!

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Calexico

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.

Click on pic for larger image.
Band: Calexico
Genre: Rock
Website: http://www.casadecalexico.com/

Voting ends on: Monday, September 14th, 9:00am CST (GMT-5)

THE VERDICT (Updated!)

Voting has ended.


The Couch - 1 vote
The Apple Holder - 3 votes
Red Tie - 2 votes
Phil Collins - 1 vote

Congrats to the Apple Holder! You're in charge!

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The Beach Boys

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.

Click on pic for larger image.
Band: The Beach Boys
Genre: Rock
Website: http://thebeachboys.com/home.aspx/

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

Note: Please try to put aside what you may know about The Beach Boys, and try to assign leadership by the photo alone. Thanks!

One More Note: The image above wasn't my original choice for this band. Here was my first pick:



I happened to notice this image in multiple places. I found the image horizontally flipped from the one I have included here. To be safe, I thought I would use an image which didn't have multiple versions on the web.

My guess is that the image of the striped Boys above is actually flipped from the original. I think this is likely because if you go to The Beach Boys site I list above, you'll see this pic used, but it's a mirror image of the one I have included.


THE VERDICT (Updated!)

Voting has ended.


Top Center Middle Back: 3 votes
Upper Right: 2 votes
Upper Left: 2 votes
Hat Guy: 1 vote

Congrats to Top Center Middle Back! You're in charge!

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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!)

Voting has ended.

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!"