Seona Dancing

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: Seona Dancing
Genre: Synthy
Website:http://www.seonadancing.com/

Voting ends on: Wednesday, January 2nd, 9:00am CST (GMT-6)


The Verdict (UPDATED!)

Voting has ended. Here is the tally.

The "guy" on the right - 5 votes
(J.D., Anandamide, Wyldth1ng, Barbara, McGone)

The dude with cleavage - 2 votes
(Freida Bee, Lulu)


Maybe it was the hair, maybe it was the position within the photograph, maybe it was the haunting stare. Whatever the reason, "guy" on the right, you're in charge!




Wait a minute! That band's leader looks strangely familiar! Why, it's David Brent, from the wildly popular UK series The Office!

The Meters

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 Meters
Genre: Essential New Orleans Funk
Website: This is kind of confusing. There are two websites.

The Official Funky Meters Website
The Original Meters - Official Website

Feel free to go to their Wikipedia page to sort out this mess.

Voting ends on: Monday, December 24th, 9:00am CST (GMT-6)



The Verdict (UPDATED!)

Voting has ended. Here is the tally.

Charisma on the Right - 2 votes
(Freida Bee, PJ)

The Man In Black - 6 votes
(Randal G, Beckeye, McGone, DGuzman, Anandamide, Idea of Progress)

There is no denying that the man on the right has the look, but the man in black is still in charge.

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The Sword

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 Sword
Genre: Metal with a capital 'M'
Website:http://www.swordofdoom.com/

Voting ends on: Saturday, December 15th, 9:00am CST (GMT-6)


The Verdict (UPDATED!)

The Most Tattoos - 10 votes
(PJ, Beckeye, Tenacious S, Anandamide, DGuzman, Barbara, McGone, Randal G, Freida Bee, J.D.)

Abstentions - 1
(Cowboy The Cat)

I believe this was the most lopsided vote seen thus far at WICH.

Congrats, Mr. Tats! You're in charge!

A Clarification Regarding This Blog's Purpose

On the recent Flying Burrito Brothers post, commenter Linda (Sama) remarked:

I don't get it. Why is Chris Hillman circled? Gram Parsons -- upper left -- was the "leader" of the FBB.

Thank you for your question, which I will be happy to answer.

Some people think this blog's purpose is as a quiz, where visitors first suggest who they think is in charge, and then when voting is over I will reveal the true leader.

This assumption is incorrect. Truthfully, I don't care who is in charge in actuality -- who makes all the decisions, who writes the most songs, who gets the good seat on the tour bus, etc.

My concern is focused squarely on the picture that I post. I'm more interested in who appears to be the leader in the photograph, which may differ from the real leader (if there is a clearcut leader).

Sometimes it's not a perfect system. My Wilco post had readers casting votes for Jeff Tweedy, I'm assuming in part because they knew he was the leader and knew what he looked like.

However, usually I'll post a lesser-known band, (hopefully) forcing the people who vote to really consider the dynamics of the photograph. For me, it's a really fascinating process.

When voting has ended and everything is tallied, whoever wins the most votes is, in the eyes of this blog, in charge.

The Flying Burrito 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.

Band: The Flying Burrito Brothers
Genre: Hippie Country
Website:http://www.ebni.com/byrds/spfbb1.html (Historical page)

Voting ends on: Monday, December 10th, 9:00am CST (GMT-6)



The Verdict (UPDATED!)

Voting has ended. Here is the tally.

Light Blue Crushed Velvet Jacket - 5 votes
(DGuzman, McGone, PJ, Snave, Freida Bee)

Glittery Gold Enchilada Stain - 4 votes
(Barbara, Jess, Beckeye, Anandamide)

Upper Left Corner - 1 vote
(Randal G)


It was so close! But, in the end, velvet won out. And isn't that how the world is supposed to work?

Congrats to Crushed Velvet! You're in charge!

Tony's Polka Band

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 the pic for a larger image)
Band: Tony's Polka Band
Genre: Polka
Website:http://www.tonyspolkaband.com/

Voting ends on: Monday, December 3rd, 9:00am CST (GMT-6)

NOTE: If you are tempted to simply answer "Tony" is in charge (based on the name of the group), please be aware that you will also be expected to answer the following question --
"Who's Tony Here?"



The Verdict (UPDATED!)

Voting has ended. Here is the tally.

Old Man Polka - 6 votes
(Dguzman, PJ, Jess, Beckeye, McGone, Anandamide)


Blondie - 1 vote
(Gizmorox)


2nd Guy From Right, Tony Not A Gunter - 2 votes
(Randal G, Tenacious S)


Hefty Lady With Angelic Voice And Hairtrigger Temper - 1 vote
(Cowboy The Cat)


In age there is power, at least in the realm of polka. Congrats, Old Man Polka! You're in charge!

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Working For A Nuclear Free City

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 the pic for a larger image)
Band: Working For A Nuclear Free City
Genre: Mellow-Yet-Slightly-Squiggly Rock
Website:http://www.workingforanuclearfreecity.com/



The Verdict (UPDATED!)

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Clive Owen Eyebrows - 3 votes
(Dguzman, Vikkitikkitavi, Anandamide)

Their Mom (not pictured) - 1 vote
(Manx)

The brain cell deficient fellow on the right - 1 vote
(Distributorcap)

Forest hoodie with chartreuse tee - 4 votes
(Beckeye, Randal G, Anandamide, Jess)


He doesn't have the eyebrows, but he doesn't need them. Congrats, hoodie dude! You're in charge!

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Coldplay

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 the pic for a larger image)
Band: Coldplay
Genre: Sensitive Alt-Rock
Website:http://www.coldplay.com/


The Verdict (UPDATED!)

Voting has ended!

The Giant Head - 7 votes
(Randal G, McGone, Beckeye, Cat, Barbara, DGuzman, Jess)


Bald Guy In Back - 1 vote
(FranIAm)


The Giant Head's Mysterious Puppeteer - 1 vote
(Cowboy The Cat)


Bono / Jesus - 2 votes
(Grant Miller, Anandamide)


Can't Vote, Too Filled With Ennui - 1 vote
(Beth)


I was going to be coy, pretending not to know who "Mr. Paltrow" was, but decided against it.

I'm not sure who Bono or Jesus is in the picture, but I figured they were probably the same guy.

This was absolutely no contest. The Giant Head is in charge! All kneel before the Giant Head!

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Steel Pulse

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 the pic for a larger image)
Band: Steel Pulse
Genre: Reggae
Website:http://www.steel-pulse.com/



The Verdict (UPDATED!)

Voting has ended!

Whether you're a first-timer or a frequent voter, thanks to everyone who contributed to the liveliest vote yet!

Here's the tally:

The Black Shirt Pointee - 3 votes
(DGuzman, Jess, PJ)

Purple Pants - 5 votes
(Barbara, Beckeye, H, Randal G, Gizmorox)

The Pointing Guy - 2 votes
(Anandamide, Cat)

Mr. Tucks-In-Socks - 1 vote
(Manx)


Black shirt pointee guy got a fair amount of votes, but not enough to beat Purple Pants, who, based on the voting here, is the sun of this group that the other planetary members revolve around. Congrats, Purple Pants!

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...And You Will Know Us by the Trail of Dead

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 the pic for a larger image)
Band: ...And You Will Know Us by the Trail of Dead
Genre: Indie Metal
Website:http://www.trailofdead.com/



The Verdict (UPDATED!)

Voting has ended! Here's the tally:

Steve Coogan Guy(?) - 1 vote
(J.D.)

Suit Jacket Guy - 2 votes
(Barbara, Gizmorox)

Evil Oliver Platt - 4 votes
(Beckeye, DGuzman, Jess, Ten S)

Bill Berry (the eyebrows have it) - 1 vote
(Manx)

I wasn't sure who J.D. was referring to, as to me all the band members have a passing resemblance to Mr. Coogan.

In this case it doesn't really matter who looks the most like Steve Coogan, as the preponderance of votes indicates that Evil Oliver Platt is in charge.

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