The Feelies

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 Feelies
Genre: Pop
Website: http://www.myspace.com/thefeelies

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


THE VERDICT (Updated!)

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No One - 1 vote
The Luncheonette Owner, Second From Left - 7 votes
Gang Sign - 6 votes
Middle Guy - 1 vote
Far Right - 2 votes
Far Left - 1 vote

It was a close race, but the luncheonette owner won by a milkshake.

Jonas 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.

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Band: Jonas Brothers
Genre: Kid-Friendly
Website: http://www.jonasbrothers.com/

Voting ends on: Monday, June 30th, 9:00am CST (GMT-5)


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No One: 5 Votes
The Squatter: 9 votes
Lefty Jonas: 2 votes
Ramones In The Middle: 2 votes

Once again, the squatter proves to be the dominant figure in a band photo. All hail the squatter!

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The Blow

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 Blow (original lineup)
Genre: Pop Somber Synthetika
Website: http://www.myspace.com/theblowus

Voting ends on: Monday, June 23th, 9:00am CST (GMT-5)



THE VERDICT (Updated!)

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No One: 11 Votes
Shades Left: 2 votes
Sad Eye Panda: 6 votes

The voters surprised me this time around. Such hostility! Such anger!

The Blow nearly caused a riot! But can we really hold them responsible?

No one is in charge!

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Second Sex

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: Second Sex
Genre: Garage
Website: http://www.myspace.com/secondsex/

Voting ends on: Monday, June 16th, 9:00am CST (GMT-5)


THE VERDICT (Updated!)

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No One - 1 vote
Behind Bars - 2 votes
Shades Jagger - 11 votes
Larry Mullen Jr. - 3 votes

It was no contest this time around. The immeasurably cool gentleman in sunglasses is in charge of Second (Secomd?) Sex! Congratulations!

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Peacepipe

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: Peacepipe
Genre: Southern Rock
Website: http://www.peacepipeband.com/

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

THE VERDICT (Updated!)

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No One: 2 votes
Leather Vest Squatting: 10 votes
Tree Pirate: 7 votes
Baseball Cap On The Left: 2 votes
Peace Sign: 4 votes

I was completely surprised by this vote. No to the Tree Pirate? No to the Peace Sign? A squatting man in a position of dominance? I humbly bow down to the superior intellect of this blog's readers, as this process continues to mystify and enlighten me.

And let us all bow down to Leather Vest Squatting. He's in charge!

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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!)

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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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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)



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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.

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!)

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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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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!)

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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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Belle and Sebastian

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: Belle and Sebastian
Genre: Sweetly Twee ("Stweet"?)
Website: http://www.belleandsebastian.com/

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


THE VERDICT (Updated!)

Voting has ended. Here is the tally.

Winky McWinkerson: 9 votes
Front Right Beard: 8 votes
The Belle: 5 votes
Looming Top Left: 1 votes
White Shirt: 2 votes
Front Left Angry Black Shirt: 2 votes

Yet another amazingly close race! It took a vote early this morning to put Winky over the top. And the top is where you are, Winky! You're in charge!

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