Billy appreciation thread

Cool As Ice Cream · 02-04-2011, 08:54 AM

I know everyone like to harp on Billy and all... But lets be honest, he's definitely the last remaining of the alternative rock icons... You got guys like Chris Cornell embarissing himself in a midlife crisis making albums with Timbaland in a desperate attempt to stay relevant. You have guys like Eddie veddar forever in a constant stagnation of mediocrity. Guys like Green Day covering themselves in eye-liner desperately trying to appeal to the hot topic crowd.

And then theres Billy Corgan. Trecking through in countless creative journeys. Coming back with a bad ass sonic guitar journey with Zeitgeist... Sure his vocals may have waned a tad with age but listen to that guitar tone... Truly one of a kind. And you have to admire that he comes back doing his own thing not trying to appeal to any trends or anything. Zeitgeist in my opinion is a highly highly underated album. I mean what other albums kick that much ass that have been released in the past decade?

And then the tours... What other bands have a varied a set list as the Pumpkins? Once they came back the setlists were changing constantly with endless gems and awesome b-sides where as most bands stick to a boring routine setlist. Like who was expecting to see a show and be surprised with songs like STRTJ, LMGTWTY, with every light, home etc.

Now hes rocking a free album and releasing gorgeous box-sets... (my dads a vinyl collector and he was absolutely blown away by the beauty of the solstice bare e.p.)

and shit!!! the guy does intimate pre-concerts just for the die-hards showcasing his new music. What other band shows that appreciation to there fans?

I mean whether the mainstream crowd and media has catched on or not Billys been truly keeping things extremely interesting and exciting for the fans along on the journey and that has to be applauded. It almost does seem like a conspiracy to discredit Billy and what hes delivered to music... But that is the way of the twisted internet.... Bloggers like to downplay people that may rub them wrong way... Which is way its an inaccurate and biased portrayal of music.

Anyhow, Cant wait for the next song!

Kahlo · 02-04-2011, 09:01 AM

Give the o-board my regards

Cool As Ice Cream · 02-04-2011, 09:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kahlo

Give the o-board my regards

have you read this? you're mentioned in an open letter to kerry and billy.

Kerry and Billy...food for thought

Cool As Ice Cream · 02-04-2011, 09:07 AM

I was just listening to The Smashing Pumpkins song "Jesus is the Sun" and it brought up two questions in my mind. First, was Billy Corgan always at least loosely a Christian or am I misinterpreting the song? The second one, and the reason why I put this in the Philosophy and Religion section is how can one so sincerely believe in something that they can't be sure of.

Listening to the song almost brought me to tears, the emotions are so powerful. Being an atheist I can't understand how someone could love someone that they have never seen and have no proof of with so much power. All of the Jesus love and such doesn't make any sense to me.

Metaphorically I can see what Jesus represents, but a lot of Christians seem to claim that they have a personal relationship with him.

Cool As Ice Cream · 02-04-2011, 09:09 AM

Dear Billy,

On rare occasions, you might be interested in a fan's input as to which songs to play at shows. Here's my preference, if you're ever interested: stop playing anything that was written prior to Zeitgeist. I don't want to hear it any more. Just new songs.

I hope this was helpful.

Thanks,
georgegranade

ps, hurry up and release some more songs

Kahlo · 02-04-2011, 09:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cool As Ice Cream

have you read this? you're mentioned in an open letter to kerry and billy.

Kerry and Billy...food for thought

Nope, I can't read the board, and at present I can't be arsed logging in one of my other accounts. What was said?

'Ban the haters like Machinist?'

Kahlo · 02-04-2011, 09:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cool As Ice Cream

Dear Billy,

On rare occasions, you might be interested in a fan's input as to which songs to play at shows. Here's my preference, if you're ever interested: stop playing anything that was written prior to Zeitgeist. I don't want to hear it any more. Just new songs.

You know, I'd be more proud of BC/interested in SP 2011 if he took this approach.
If he doesn't play the hits people will not come to the shows though.

Basically he is screwed.

Cool As Ice Cream · 02-04-2011, 09:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kahlo

Nope, I can't read the board, and at present I can't be arsed logging in one of my other accounts. What was said?

'Ban the haters like Machinist?'

the post contains two screenshots from a chat:

http://i772.photobucket.com/albums/y...atjanuary1.jpg

http://i772.photobucket.com/albums/y...hatjanuary.jpg

Kahlo · 02-04-2011, 09:18 AM

SP is serious business not a mockery!

just made me LOL for real

FoolofaTook · 02-04-2011, 01:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cool As Ice Cream

I mean what other albums kick that much ass that have been released in the past decade?

It almost does seem like a conspiracy to discredit Billy and what hes delivered to music...

Anyhow, Cant wait for the next song!

IGNORANCE IS STRENGTH

soniclovenoize · 02-05-2011, 10:44 PM

Obvious troll is an obvious troll.

3/10

Order 66 · 02-05-2011, 10:52 PM

how do you know its a troll. do you have any proof

duovamp · 02-06-2011, 01:05 AM

I appreciate Billy...

Cool As Ice Cream · 02-06-2011, 07:12 AM

i'm a mystery.

Cool As Ice Cream · 02-06-2011, 07:12 AM

some would even say that i am the sun.

Cool As Ice Cream · 02-07-2011, 04:52 AM

http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedi...Byrne_2010.jpg

Cool As Ice Cream · 02-07-2011, 09:57 AM

antiskum · 02-08-2011, 02:37 AM

i wanna see bolly vs reznor in an 90's alt rock showdown for relevance

Trotskilicious · 02-08-2011, 03:14 AM

i think cool is laughing hysterically at himself when he makes these posts

fuzzyroes · 02-08-2011, 03:19 AM

Hey comeon...You guys all know the post is true. He's done a good job of keeping everything interesting and exciting for the fans since the Pumpkins return. Maybe the Jimmy leaving thing rattled him a lot but he'll bounce back.

Trotskilicious · 02-08-2011, 03:26 AM

word up, how's that trucker hat fittin

Cool As Ice Cream · 02-08-2011, 04:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Trotskilicious

i think cool is laughing hysterically at himself when he makes these posts

ok, i admit: it's all true.

RenewRevive · 02-08-2011, 10:29 AM

the secret is out!

T&T · 02-08-2011, 02:23 PM

This thread is Serious Business. stop trolling the OP.

Trotskilicious · 02-08-2011, 02:32 PM

lets make this thread about legos also

whywontyoulistn · 02-08-2011, 02:59 PM

Mo · 02-08-2011, 03:04 PM

Anyone else a huge fan of Lego Technic?

Rocket Launcher · 02-08-2011, 03:49 PM

shit reminded me a lil of that BJM lego video

ICH MAG LEGO TECHNIC

Mo · 02-08-2011, 03:54 PM

Trotskilicious · 02-08-2011, 04:07 PM

billy corgan wrote that song

02-04-2011, 08:54 AM	#1
Cool As Ice Cream Just Hook it to My Veins! Location: František! How's the foot of your turtle? Posts: 32,743	Billy appreciation thread I know everyone like to harp on Billy and all... But lets be honest, he's definitely the last remaining of the alternative rock icons... You got guys like Chris Cornell embarissing himself in a midlife crisis making albums with Timbaland in a desperate attempt to stay relevant. You have guys like Eddie veddar forever in a constant stagnation of mediocrity. Guys like Green Day covering themselves in eye-liner desperately trying to appeal to the hot topic crowd. And then theres Billy Corgan. Trecking through in countless creative journeys. Coming back with a bad ass sonic guitar journey with Zeitgeist... Sure his vocals may have waned a tad with age but listen to that guitar tone... Truly one of a kind. And you have to admire that he comes back doing his own thing not trying to appeal to any trends or anything. Zeitgeist in my opinion is a highly highly underated album. I mean what other albums kick that much ass that have been released in the past decade? And then the tours... What other bands have a varied a set list as the Pumpkins? Once they came back the setlists were changing constantly with endless gems and awesome b-sides where as most bands stick to a boring routine setlist. Like who was expecting to see a show and be surprised with songs like STRTJ, LMGTWTY, with every light, home etc. Now hes rocking a free album and releasing gorgeous box-sets... (my dads a vinyl collector and he was absolutely blown away by the beauty of the solstice bare e.p.) and shit!!! the guy does intimate pre-concerts just for the die-hards showcasing his new music. What other band shows that appreciation to there fans? I mean whether the mainstream crowd and media has catched on or not Billys been truly keeping things extremely interesting and exciting for the fans along on the journey and that has to be applauded. It almost does seem like a conspiracy to discredit Billy and what hes delivered to music... But that is the way of the twisted internet.... Bloggers like to downplay people that may rub them wrong way... Which is way its an inaccurate and biased portrayal of music. Anyhow, Cant wait for the next song!

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02-04-2011, 09:01 AM	#2
Kahlo Registered User Posts: 17,539	Give the o-board my regards

02-04-2011, 09:07 AM	#4
Cool As Ice Cream Just Hook it to My Veins! Location: František! How's the foot of your turtle? Posts: 32,743	I was just listening to The Smashing Pumpkins song "Jesus is the Sun" and it brought up two questions in my mind. First, was Billy Corgan always at least loosely a Christian or am I misinterpreting the song? The second one, and the reason why I put this in the Philosophy and Religion section is how can one so sincerely believe in something that they can't be sure of. Listening to the song almost brought me to tears, the emotions are so powerful. Being an atheist I can't understand how someone could love someone that they have never seen and have no proof of with so much power. All of the Jesus love and such doesn't make any sense to me. Metaphorically I can see what Jesus represents, but a lot of Christians seem to claim that they have a personal relationship with him.

02-04-2011, 09:09 AM	#5
Cool As Ice Cream Just Hook it to My Veins! Location: František! How's the foot of your turtle? Posts: 32,743	Dear Billy, On rare occasions, you might be interested in a fan's input as to which songs to play at shows. Here's my preference, if you're ever interested: stop playing anything that was written prior to Zeitgeist. I don't want to hear it any more. Just new songs. I hope this was helpful. Thanks, georgegranade ps, hurry up and release some more songs

02-04-2011, 09:18 AM	#9
Kahlo Registered User Posts: 17,539	SP is serious business not a mockery! just made me LOL for real

02-05-2011, 10:44 PM	#11
soniclovenoize Minion of Satan Location: Minneapolis, MN Posts: 5,595	Obvious troll is an obvious troll. 3/10

02-05-2011, 10:52 PM	#12
Order 66 Socialphobic Posts: 11,831	how do you know its a troll. do you have any proof

02-06-2011, 01:05 AM	#13
duovamp Brazilian Blouselord Location: heavy metal pool party Posts: 35,781	I appreciate Billy...

02-06-2011, 07:12 AM	#14
Cool As Ice Cream Just Hook it to My Veins! Location: František! How's the foot of your turtle? Posts: 32,743	i'm a mystery.

02-07-2011, 04:52 AM	#16
Cool As Ice Cream Just Hook it to My Veins! Location: František! How's the foot of your turtle? Posts: 32,743	http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedi...Byrne_2010.jpg

02-07-2011, 09:57 AM	#17
Cool As Ice Cream Just Hook it to My Veins! Location: František! How's the foot of your turtle? Posts: 32,743

02-08-2011, 02:37 AM	#18
antiskum Demi-God Posts: 356	i wanna see bolly vs reznor in an 90's alt rock showdown for relevance

02-08-2011, 03:14 AM	#19
Trotskilicious Banned Location: I believe in the transcendental qualities of friendship. Posts: 39,439	i think cool is laughing hysterically at himself when he makes these posts

02-08-2011, 03:19 AM	#20
fuzzyroes Banned Posts: 21,169	Hey comeon...You guys all know the post is true. He's done a good job of keeping everything interesting and exciting for the fans since the Pumpkins return. Maybe the Jimmy leaving thing rattled him a lot but he'll bounce back.

02-08-2011, 03:26 AM	#21
Trotskilicious Banned Location: I believe in the transcendental qualities of friendship. Posts: 39,439	word up, how's that trucker hat fittin

02-08-2011, 10:29 AM	#23
RenewRevive Minion of Satan Location: Welcome to the real world jackass Posts: 5,056	the secret is out!

02-08-2011, 02:23 PM	#24
T&T Socialphobic Location: montreal Posts: 11,679	This thread is Serious Business. stop trolling the OP.

02-08-2011, 02:32 PM	#25
Trotskilicious Banned Location: I believe in the transcendental qualities of friendship. Posts: 39,439	lets make this thread about legos also

02-08-2011, 03:04 PM	#27
Mo Immortal Posts: 20,964	Anyone else a huge fan of Lego Technic?

02-08-2011, 03:49 PM	#28
Rocket Launcher Apocalyptic Poster Location: boar city, countryside of munich Posts: 1,113	shit reminded me a lil of that BJM lego video ICH MAG LEGO TECHNIC

02-08-2011, 04:07 PM	#30
Trotskilicious Banned Location: I believe in the transcendental qualities of friendship. Posts: 39,439	billy corgan wrote that song