May Day 10

Alice In Chains - Jar of Flies Primus - Frizzle Fry Mad Season - Live at the Moore Pink Floyd - Animals Rage Against the Machine - Self Titled

they are a Gronk injury away from disaster this season

I think it is a matter of relativity and taste. I think you could make a case for 65-74, or 89-98 (ish). They are almost certainly #1 and #2. I think a lot of it is the variety of the music as you stated (while purposely downplaying/narrowing the wide variety of music in the 90s into 2 categories). Also, both time periods saw music intertwine much deeper into many other facets of entertainment and life including politics. In many ways, the 90s were the terminal end of the blues/rock pioneers which brought about/influenced the 65-74 music, which in turn, heavily influenced all genres in the 90s. We had many technological breakthroughs and we had all these mini-movies created for MTV and also enjoyed unprecedented access to the musicians via interviews, cassettes, CDs, and later digital files. The internet was born at a consumer level (which eventually brought about the poisoning of the well). It was the last gasp. I know people are going to yell about current groups, but while some are talented.... I don't believe many create multiple albums full of great material, nor will they be able to tour/sell out arenas in 20 years (not too many can now). We had just as many heavy hitters from the 90s: Metallica, Pearl Jam, Nirvana/Foo Fighters, Soundgarden, Rage Against the Machine, Beastie Boyz, Snoop Dogg, Alice In Chains, Eminem, Boyz 2 Men, Alanis Morisette, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Smashing Pumpkins, Radiohead, Green Day, STP, REM, Oasis, Weezer, Nine Inch Nails, Ice Cube, Primus, U2, Tool, Cake, TLC, Sheryl Crow, Notorious BIG, Megadeth, Blink 182, 311, Jane's Addiction, The Hip, Dave Matthews, Garth Brooks (and I think some other country stars), Korn, Tupac, Sublime, Mariah Carey (ick), Beck, Tom Petty and a bunch of residuals from the 80s/earlier like Madonna, MJ, AC/DC, GnR, Van Halen, Sting, Ozzy, Neil Young.... and then we have this pile of '1-hit-wonder' songs that exist because everyone was paying attention, watching TV, and listening to the radio. You even have Backstreet Boys and NSync on the tail end of it. I think the 90s were a magical time in music. A lot of it was because it marks the end in a lot of ways, and soon after, most of the music industry has become mostly fishing around to create the catchy song that hits and makes a pile of money. I remember people handing me CDs on the regular telling me to check out this band or that band, and having my spine tingle on the regular. I still recall the moment that someone handed me Rage self-titled and I was wondering WTH with the album cover, then going home and listening to it and being "woke" like 25 years before that was a thing.

she looks better than she did 30 years ago

I always saw the late show as a laboratory for the 'young' producers/employees to cut their teeth and learn how to be on air. Joe B did it and was very rough early and improved. The last kid I thought was rough early on, but he ended up getting better. It was a more fun and loose show where they would be free to talk about stuff like wrestling. It was fine to listen to, but I didnt hang on every word and take things seriously. I havent heard it, but same thing here. Its a young guy trying to practice to hone a possible career. Don't need to take it seriously, and certainly nobody forces anyone to listen. It is a 7-9 shift (I think) and there is a small fraction of the listeners any of the other time slots get. I would also rather have that than pre-canned ESPN radio, that we can hear on at least 1 or 2 other stations locally.

Its a business ethics issue and something he has made a habit of for at least 17 years (to my knowledge). If i am an owner of a company, especially in the current climate of "me too" social media, 24 hour news, quick public opinion, and lawyers at every corner... i do not want to hire a guy i cannot trust in ethical matters when dealing with the other gender. Russ Brandon is not worth the risk or headache. Its not about punishing him for wrong doing. Its about exposing your business to risk that is not needed

Remember when he went to the media and told them the raiders wanted to hire him?

I wonder if there were any terms of his severance that dictated that he couldnt work for any major pse sponsors? New era was trying to fly under the radar and got busted?

he is getting ready for his interview

I lived in Philly/South Jersey for awhile. I would say that climate is a bit more ideal. You get winter, but the winter is cut a bit shorter normally. You do get 1 or 2 weeks in the Summer where the temperature approached 100 degrees with humidity added that makes it unsafe to be outside. You also get a ton of Thunderstorms. I think I could be talked into dropping a few degrees in lattitude. Anything south of North Carolina is way too intense for me though.

There was not a criminal investigation for anyone to be found "guilty". It was a business ethics/conduct (and performance) decision handed by the owners of a business, followed by a voluntary resignation.

You are essentially claiming Russ Brandon purposefully reduced the value of the Bills (that is what the NRA does in this case), and at the same time increased their value by 150%? The standpoint of the team/franchise in lease negotiations is to reduce the lease terms and penalties. Not add them in. The County and State would have laughed and gladly taken a 100 year NRA if that is what Russ Brandon was secretly pushing that (rogue I guess without Littman/Wilson's knowledge). We should be crediting Polancarz and that Duffy guy from the State. The timing of Mr. Wilson's passing was pretty key and made everything "work out" as the paint wasnt dry on those boulders they put in as "renovations". If he were to live and pass away in July of 2018, it would be a much different story and we would be cursing at the "buyout period" of that NRA, as it would be much more appealing for outside WNY buyers. I would also argue that a lot of those renovations were a waste and a botch job, as that money would be better spent on the longer term solution (boulders, black paint, a new Bills store, a maze of walkways that zigzag)? I also am unsure how much of Brandon's "negotiation" was needed to sell the team to Terry and Kim Pegula. It was an auction. Potential owners and their lawyers looked over the books, assessed their potential competition, and a large premium is added on to join the club of NFL ownership. Through the ownership changes, Brandon is a nobody. Billionaires do what they do. He didnt talk Terry Pegula into dropping an extra half billion on the team. Additionally, Littman was the "real" proxy for Ralph Wilson, the other billionaire in the deal. Things were not being done without his involvement, knowledge, or blessing. If Russ Brandon could add a half billion dollars in value, he would have been hired long ago. One thing Russ Brandon is lauded for, is 'working a room' when it comes to sponsors and/or business executives. He is a manipulator, and can become a charming guy when the climate needs it, which is/can be useful in the corporate world. New Era is going to tap into this and he will probably essentially be a salesman to try to cut deals with pro sports leagues and individual teams and other organizations (where possible). IMO, he worked his tail off in his early days with the Bills with "Business Backs the Bills" and selling suites/premium suites for the (1999?) renovations. Made a name for himself and also lighted the idea of moving training camp to his alma-mater and monetizing that. This resulted in son-like adoration from Ralph Wilson and as a result, he was over-promoted and given the keys to the car, and to be honest, I don't think he was very good at driving it. His huckster personality bought him some more years with the Pegulas. And all this is ignoring the long-time, cloudy/suspect influence he had over decisions that directly impacted the football team, and McDermott reportedly felt the need to ban him from being around.

Not that i think i would have the time to watch them at this point in my life, but i miss music videos and mtv from the early-mid 90s

The Pegulas never said that he resigned because of a inappropriate relationship. That was reported by the media, but they also said that the Pegulas' deeper inspection into Brandon's performing his job was also a factor. And I get the adult romance side/argument, but this has been a repeat thing through his tenure in bills management with multiple females, some married, he's married. This likely didnt have the appearance of an office romance. What women are sleeping with this guy anyways if he isnt president or paying them? The Pegulas trusted him to retain him, and gave the ultimate trust vaulting him to the top of their sports empire. This behavior is unnecessary and violates that trust. It can create a bad working environment for many people, potentially cost millions of dollars and embarrassment, and even force them to sell the team(s). It puts everything into question: raises, promotions, work assignments, bonuses, termination, etc. After looking into this behavior, why cover for Russ Brandon (who allegedly lied to their faces after he was "caught")? For what? Last time I checked, just as many tickets were sold, the revenue sharing check was the same, and the bills have some dumb slogan for the season once again.

Guess not a lot of pro sports organizations were lining up to hire him as President.

For me, i'd take buffalo over florida (and the southeast, texas, etc) I really do like all the seasons and the variability. I also live in the northtowns so we avoid the obsurd snowfall. The Summer is near perfect. Rarely too hot to go outside. Fall is amazing too. Its like someone flipped on the AC. Lots of activities start up and farm stands in full swing. Spring time is also great. The best day of the year is the first day the warm really hits and everyone is outside. I dont mind winter so much. Dont need to pull weeds or cut the grass obsessively. It prevents us from having scary bugs and snakes that will kill you or are the size of a house pet. We also avoid hurricanes and tornadoes which im happy about. The winter does get long though. My main complaint would be that. I wish we could take March and stick it between june and july.

Ill never forget that half when he chased Ohio State around their own field and Urban was at a loss for words

Niagara Falls is an awful idea, as has been hashed over dozens of times and even shot down by the Engineers' study. Not to mention the local government that makes Erie/Buffalo look efficient and forward thinking. The Niagara County population base and infrastructure also isn't equipped to handle costs and emergency personnel, etc. Traffic, the unnecessary and strange fantasy that somehow NF tourist foot traffic will add to football attendance and ticket sales. It would just take up space and add parking lots. Fans would also need to breathe in the noxious soup spewed from chemical plants, landfills, and the garbage burn-plant. It makes most sense for all parties to either perform a huge renovation on New Era Field, or build new on an adjacent lot. At the very least, any significant build should include a roof, even if it is not enclosed. It would be nice to limit wind and protect from the direct rain at the very least. The infrastructure is there. The space is there. Downtown makes sense, but the amount of land acquisition, demolition, infrastructure demands would add a lot (like double) of cost to an already expensive project of design/construction of the building itself. There are also a lot of traffic concerns and it can be/is a nightmare even for Sabres games. We are also talking a very limited number of dates/year so the foot traffic wont support local business to make it worthwhile (we arent getting a lot of events no matter what the facility, most listed are 1-off and/or a fantasy).

I get to click on 30-39 for 2 more weeks

I have been doing the drill for 10+ years. AT&T changed DTV and they seem more comfortable losing subscribers than giving discountss

I tried my call in the Spring (when my bill went up drastically for less service) and I was pretty much stonewalled even when I went off the cliff to cancel. They were happy to cancel my account. I have been with them since 2007. I spoke to two reps in 2 different calls and each of them offered me $10 off my bill for a year and free HBO for 6 months. I cancelled, but walked it back as I wasn't prepared to go to Spectrum (who is even worse). It was the first time they failed to even attempt retention and to make me happy. Now my HBO is going to run out and I am going to try again. If I cant get a better deal (I dont even care about ST), Im cancelling for real AT&T sucks

Jeff Tuel had guns And yeah. For an iconic pro athlete who is billed as being obsessed with preparation, nutrition, taking care of his body, etc. He is soft. Im surprised.

For me? Out of the ones ive been to, East Rutherford/Newark