You Know What I Mean?

Find out what some of Buzznet's buzzmakers are up to when they are not chatting it up on the Internet.

Ashlee Lauren & Audrey Kitching shop on Sunset blvd at hipster shop popKiller.


Sarah Dope & Angie GoGo drink coffee at Magic in Las Vegas.


Hanna Beth autographs posters at Warped Tour.


Jeffree Star gets a tattoo of himself by LA INK's Kat Von D.


Deadxstop eats at Waffle House and smiles like a little boy.


Raquel Reed flags down a taxi in NYC.

Buddy Nielsen the blunt singer of Senses Fail recently decided to vocally analyze the emo, christian, and punk music scene. He made a few bold claims that I thought make for an interesting read and conversation. Nielsen tells how he feels about Panic! At the Disco, saying, "so many bands feel it's necessary to look intelligent, and create an image and credibility. The kids in P!ATD claim they are into Morrisey and the Smiths. We’ve always been honest about our inspiration. We like Jimmy Eat World, Promise Ring and the Get Up Kids. Bands worry too much about their image, and its lame."

I personally can not tolerate the music of Senses Fail and if I was a lead singer of a band I would probably claim that my influences and taste were more along the musical talents of Morrisey and the Smiths vs. Jimmy Eat World and Get Up Kids. I do have to agree with the opinion that bands worry too much about their image, but then again Senses Fail could really take a few style tips from Ryan Ross or Brendon Urie. Hey if you can't sound good, you might as well look good!

Nielsen did not stop at dissing P!ATD, he went on to discuss more emo bands such as Fall Out Boy. “We’re very honest about who we are,” says Nielsen. “There’s bands like Fall Out Boy who are huge, so far into American pop culture, and way beyond representing any scene but act as if they’re small. I really like those guys, but I wish he (Pete Wentz) would take responsibility and be more outspoken about things I know he cares about. GO ahead and sell dolls to kids, but don’t pretend you’re something you’re not."

I am not sure where Nielsen has been for the last year, but Fall Out Boy certainly does not act small and they certainly do represent represent! They might cover up with way too much makeup, but they certainly put themselves out there and contribute to society and the "scene."


Finally, Nielsen touches upon the ever so sensitive subject, Christian rock bands that proliferate punk rock. “I think titles really suck. In the states there’s a big Christian and straight edge punk scene. Kids will go out just to see these bands, who are mostly Evangelists, and they preach intolerance to the kids. They claim they’re punk, but they aren’t tolerant of all human beings and different lifestyles and religions, and this is ignorant.”

Aren't Christian rock bands supposed to preach Jesus, not punk! It sounds like Buddy Nielsen should start praying for a stylist, a new iPod, a diary, and silent microphone.
What do you think?

For more details and quotes from Buddy Nielsen visit www.ultimate-guitar.com.

 

 

 

Most TV watchers will agree that MTV is certainly lacking the music and the videos, but what they do have is a compilation of about every type of reality show you could ask for and you can take it all in on Monday nights. It makes sense to program a package of shows on Monday night, considering Mondays are the start of the work and school week and most people want to sit back and relax and taken in some non-sense television. So with that said, this Monday (8/27) I am certainly going to be sitting at a friends house watching The Hills and then watching the premiere of  the new reality show 'Life of Ryan,' starring skater boy cutie, Ryan Sheckler!

If you have not yet heard of Ryan or seen the trailer for the show, then make sure to check it out here on Buzznet.

** Also, while I have you here on the subject of MTV, you might as well watch a few more trailers for your pleasure. **

Making the Band - Puff Daddy aka Diddy is Here!
Ryan Sheckler - Just a Normal Kid

Buzznet is very excited to announce that a number of the bands that actively contribute to our community have WON very valuable categories in this years (07') Kerrang! Awards. It is important that YOU recognize that you the FANS are the reason any of the bands below are where they are today. Your commentary on the results for this years Kerrang! Awards is welcome below. Make sure you congratulate Lostprophets they WON and they are here for you on Buzznet!

The Kerrang! Awards - The Results Are In!

[Best International Band]
My Chemical Romance

[Best British Band]
Lostprophets

[Best International Newcomer]
Madina Lake

[Best British Newcomer]
The Gallows

[Best Live Band]
Enter Shikari

[Best Single]
30 Seconds To Mars"The Kill"

[Best Album]
Machine Head "The Blackening"

[Best Video]
Fall Out Boy "This Ain't A Scene"

[Best Classic Songwriter]
Deftones

[Spirit of Independence]
Enter Shikari

[Hard Rock Hero]
Machine Head

[Kerrang! Icon]
Nine Inch Nails

I shouldn't have expected anything less, but for some reason I did not know what to expect. Tonight (8/20) at the Greek Theatre, the Beastie Boys rocked the mic'. They sounded so ridiculous (in a positive light) and they kept the crowd so alive. Between their stage presence, the lights, the accuracy in rhythm, and the energy of the people, all I can really say is OMG, man Oh My Gosh.

I actually believe they were filming a DVD or making a music video, because the massive screens in the theatre projected the most on point and animated show.

Sorry if you could not make it. I did have amazing seats, but my camera would not zoom close enough to capture the show for you. Just make note that the Beastie Boys have still got it going on.

The trick to remaking the original 1978 horror film "Halloween" -- and still keeping it classic -- might just be the use of some of the vintage musical tracks in the movie. I am sure many of you are going to find the soundtrack for the August 31 release of Rob Zombie's "Halloween" quite the treat.

TRACK LISTING
01. Dialogue ("These Are The Eyes")
02. Halloween Theme 2007- Tyler Bates
03. Dialogue ("Is The Boogieman Real?")
04. Don't Fear The Reaper- Blue Oyster Cult
05. Dialogue ("Are You Saying Michael Did This?")
06. Love Hurts- Nazareth
07. Dialogue ("I Hope She Likes Cripples")
08. Baby, I Love Your Way- Peter Frampton
09. Dialogue ("A Taco Deluxe Supreme")
10. Tom Sawyer- Rush
11. Dialogue ("Driven By Pure Animal Instinct")
12. Let It Ride- Bachman-Turner Overdrive
13. Dialogue ("Trick Or Treat, Baby")
14. God Of Thunder- KISS
15. Dialogue ("Satan's Mother")
16. 1969- Iggy Pop
17. Dialogue ("Talking About The Anti-Christ")
18. Only Women Bleed- Alice Cooper
19. Dialogue ("Needs To Get Laid")
20. Halloween II- The Misfits
21. Dialogue ("Was That The Boogieman?")
22. The Shape Stalks Laurie - Tyler Bates
23. Dialogue ("The Scream")
24. Mr Sandman- Nan Verno

Today marks the 30th anniversary of the death of the King of Rock 'n Roll, Elvis Presley. Some may remember Elvis for his looks, others might remember him for his commanding stage presence and plethora of pelvic thrusts; but everyone should honor him for defining the rock 'n roll revolution.

Most of you just like me only get to experience Elvis through the records you have collected or the occasional radio play of his music. In my opinion, Elvis was one-of-a-kind: Musicians are really not made like him anymore. He pretty much has the whole package -- brilliant performer, astounding looks, bad boy image, powerful voice. Elvis is my rock god ... who is yours?

Elvis was the real deal. Do yourself a favor and go listen to some of my favorites:
TROUBLE
DONT CRY DADDY
IN THE GHETTO
HURT
MAMA LIKED THE ROSES
ONE BROKEN HEART FOR SALE
NIGHT RIDERS

Buzznet member Caitlin Romance also remembers Elvis -- and gives those of you who don't already know a little insight into the King:

Since age three i can remember my love of Elvis. His music is before my time but none the less revolutionary. He was the very first Rockstar. The first to mix things up and go outside the comfort zone of many americans. A sex symbol and a role model all in one.Getting to the place he was when he lived was not easy he was called valgur and put down, but with a passion for his music he made it to the top. Elvis Presley died on August 16, 1977 in his Graceland mansion in Memphis, Tennessee at the young age of 42. Elvis will always be the ONE and ONLY King
xoxo,
CaitlinRomance


 

Starting now, everyone can get an inside peek of their favorite live acts. Buzznet will highlight the best of your up-to-date concert pictures every week.

You go, we show:

Tiger Army on Warped Tour. Taken by Franell.

Ville Valo of HIM on the Projekt Revolution Tour. Taken by Saeve.

Hayley Williams of Paramore on Warped Tour.  Taken by Giuseppe

Robert Smith of The Cure. Taken by Htwycross.

By:  Gerard Way, Gabriel Ba, Dave Stewart, James Jean
Type: Comics
Genre:  Action- Adventure
Publisher: Dark Horse
Publish Date: September 19, 2007


Once, the Umbrella Academy was unstoppable. Under the tutelage of their guardian and mentor, Dr. Reginald Hargreeves, its members spent their childhoods fighting evil and honing their extraordinary gifts.

Until something went terribly wrong.

Now, nine years later, the estranged members of the Umbrella Academy are reunited by the death of the only parent they've ever known and the rise of a new and terrible threat. Will they be able to overcome their history for long enough to save the world-one more time?

Conceived and written by Gerard Way (of My Chemical Romance), Umbrella Academy features interior art by Eisner Award-nominated artist Gabriel Ba (De:Tales), colors by Eisner Award-winning colorist Dave Stewart, and covers by multiple-Eisner Award-winning painter James Jean (Fables).

ENTOURAGE -
MUSIC FROM AND INSPIRED BY THE HIT HBO ORIGINAL SERIES
(hits stores today 8/13)

Complete Track Listing

1.  "Throw Some D's (Travis Barker Remix)" - Rich Boy
2.  "You Know What It Is" - T.I.                     
3.  "Wanna Know" - Obie Trice
4.  "Southside" - Common (Feat. Kanye West)
5.  "Gone Daddy Gone/I Just Want To Make Love To You" - Gnarls Barkley
6.  "Salvador" - Jamie T
7.  "I Ain't Hard To Find" - Paul Wall
8.  "Alsatian" - White Rose Movement
9.  "Weekend Jumpoff" - Kevin Michael

I just nominated Buzznet's very own BREESAYS for the bloggers choice awards. I need all of your help voting for her and making sure that she gets to the top!

Here is what you have to do, please read the steps below first and then go to the site to vote.

1) Please go vote and promote this everywhere on Buzznet to vote for Breesays

2) Breesays is nominated for 2 different categories (best entertainment blog & best pop culture blog), so please make sure to vote for her in both categories.

http://www.bloggerschoiceawards.com/blogs/show/24948
http://www.bloggerschoiceawards.com/blogs/show/24947

3) You will have to register for the bloggers choice awards, but please note that you are helping out Buzznet and of course my friend Bree!

Now CLICK HERE to vote now!

-K-ron-


xoxoxo

Here are the rules:
Only list 8 facts.
You must then list 8 TAGS at the end of the post.
This means you must name 8 people on Buzznet who now must do the same blog.
Go comment on their profile and tell them to come read yours! I want participation.


1) Last night around midnight I experienced my first earthquake. I was
sitting in Jennaflower's
apartment when we shook.

2) I found out about a very exciting fall tour today that no one on
Buzznet has posted anything about yet. (more details to come shortly)

3) Mandy Moore signed up for Buzznet. Click Here to add her as a friend.

4) Tonight I am going to see Parker's (buzznet's designer) band Muso play at Spaceland.

5) I am really craving cheese fries right now, but I can't even think
about where I can get them and how I can get them with out getting off
my desk chair.

6) I wish I could go to the Kerrang Awards and blog about it to
Buzznet, but instead I have asked the Lostprophets to do
it for me!!! wohooo.

7) I got a new computer a MacBook BLACK one, that will allow me to
video blog with Breesays and video chat with Poxline. Thanks Marc!

8) Tomorrow (8/10) Buzznet has a HUGE suprise for all you users .... drumroll ... actually I can't keep a secret - Buzznet is launching a redesign of the site, to get a sneak preview go here.


Thanks Stumplover2384 for inviting me!