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    Breece Hall possible blown ACL

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    1 minute ago, Big Blitz said:

    Terrible.

     

    And Corey Davis could be out a month. 
     

    This all makes Elijah Moore look like a complete POS.  It’s why especially when you’re at his age and experience in the league you stfu and play football 

     

     

    I can't say I'm 100% behind the STFU part, you are right about PLAY FOOTBALL. 

     

    I have no real issue with a player not being happy with how they are used. And if they aren't getting any playing time, the should be upset. Tell the coach if you must. But in the meantime, PLAY FOOTBALL. That's your best path to more playing time, getting traded, etc. IMO

    Best Live Album

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    Can't believe I forgot this:

     

    Too Late to Stop Now, Van Morrison

     

    I'd also consider A Night in San Francisco. But I'm biased as I was at one of the two shows they recorded for that album.

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    Best Live Album

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    1 minute ago, Rico said:

    There's no way I want to find out, but I believe that if you compared that performance to other performances on that tour, they would be identical.

     

     

    I have seen them twice on the same tour only once, I think. Of course the songs sound remarkably similar, from show to show, but the solos are improvised and vary. If you are paying close attention you can hear that. 

     

    I think of SD the way I think of Duke Ellington. Solo improvisations inside of tight compositions.  And here, "compositions" is the key word, I think. You might notice band stands, with the music sheets on them, for many in the band. They aren't just freelancing a "tune" or doing a jamband thing. Too many complicated chord/time signature changes in the music. They aren't as locked in as a symphony orchestra, but far more than a garage band. Their biggest influences are jazz and old school R&B.  Duke Ellington meets Ray Charles. Gotta have a great rhythm section that can play funk.

     

    I'd have mentioned Snarky Puppy's live in the studio albums, but I didn't think that was really in the spirit of this discussion.  But still:

     

     

    Best Live Album

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    8 minutes ago, T&C said:

    I guess for you it would be considered a bootleg... can respect that take for sure. On a side note, its amazing how much the first 4 lp's go for now in excellent condition. 

     

     

    Bootlegs tend to have poor sonic quality, no doubt. It's to be expected, IMO. Some more tolerable than others. Especially if there is something a little different/extra/special in the performance

     

    But I have to say, if the band isn't tight, then I probably won't be a big fan. Then again, I'm not a big fan of bands that aren't tight live in person, or on recordings.  And just to be clear, a group like The Band, was what I'd call "loosely tight". It sounds loose, but the musicianship is as tight as can be. Gotta have a good rhythm section.

    While not heavy on my current playlist, I do still love the first three BOC albums.  The 4th is OK for me too. After that, no thanks. Though there may be some later albums I haven't heard.

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    Best Live Album

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    4 hours ago, T&C said:

    Surprised at this take... I mean, do we really want every live album to sound just like the studio albums? The Eagles for example, what is the difference really and what would be the point of going when it all sounds the same. Sometimes raw is better imo... I love this one.

     

    Where did you get the idea I wanted the live album to sound like the studio versions?  I never said that and certainly didn't mean to imply it.  I didn't like the BOC album because it was SLOPPY. The sound wasn't all that great, either. They were far better in actual concert, back then., IMO.

     

    2 hours ago, Rico said:

    That's why Steely Dan live is flawed. Tight? Yes. Spontaneous? Not at all.

     

    Horrible take, IMO. Listen to the two new Live recordings from the 2019 tour (post Becker, RIP). They are very good, and most of the cuts don't sound like the studio versions to me. Different arrangements, different solos, etc.  Fagen has even scolded a player or two for playing note-for-note solos from the recordings.  Some of their "hits" have been completely rearranged for the live band.  Here's just one example:

     

     

     

    But I do expect QUALITY musicianship and a tight band. And overall good sonic presentation. 

    I would expect, if this version was released on  an official live album, the sound would be (should be) far superior

    Sunday Ticket 2022

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    6 minutes ago, Ned Flanders said:

    I know of no DTV package that includes just Red Zone. No such animal exists. 

     

     

    No kidding? That's pretty f'ed up.  Most every other provider has an option to add it. I guess DTV is just trying to force the Sunday Ticket on subscribers who want to get the RZ.

     

    Thanks for the info.

    Sunday Ticket 2022

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    4 hours ago, Steptide said:

    Not to my knowledge. The Sunday ticket max is $390ish? I'm paying $290ish

     

    What I'm saying is, you can get the RedZone, without getting the Ticket, on most systems.  Perhaps your DirectTV package already comes with RedZone. Do you get the NFL Network?

    Best Live Album

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    9 minutes ago, Augie said:

     

    Nice list! I saw The Band and expected to see The Last Waltz. That was a regular play for a while there. 

     

     

    IMO The Last Waltz is a quality entry to this list. I just think Rock of Ages is a bit better.

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    Sunday Ticket 2022

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    5 minutes ago, Steptide said:

    Sunday ticket max is an additional cost correct? I'm currently paying $48 per month for the "basic" Sunday ticket, but I've had redzone all season 🤷

     

    Does your package (minus the Ticket) include Red Zone? 

    Best Live Album

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    Typically not a huge fan of live albums.  But there are a few that stick out for me:

     

    Rock of Ages, The Band

    Waiting for Columbus, Little Feat

    Fillmore East, Allman Brothers

    Live at the Fillmore, Zappa

    Live/Dead, Grateful Dead

    Certified Live, Dave Mason

     

    I know I'm missing some.

     

    I give an honorable mention to Live Full House, J Geils Band.

     

    22 minutes ago, davefan66 said:

    A lot of great albums listed.

     

    Gotta add Frampton Comes Alive.

     

    Already been mentioned several times.

     

    How about some of the worst live albums from bands you actually liked, at the time anyway?

     

    On Your Feet or On Your Knees, Blue Oyster Cult (A real stinker)

    Live in America, Steely Dan (not actually THAT terrible, but not up to SD standards)

    I'll think of more.

     

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    Genesis of your screen name

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    1 hour ago, Augie said:

     

    I’m a Doggie Granddaddy as of last week. The first girl for us. Our son married a lovely lady who “gets it”. She was past due, but waited until 8:30pm, AFTER the game last Sunday, so our son wouldn’t miss it. 

     

    She is most certainly a keeper!!

     

     

    1 hour ago, Hermes said:

    Mines a moniker I've taken on online recently, after finally deciding to have an actual presence in forums and the like (I identify as a lurker..)

     

    It isn't much fun for a football message board but here goes. It's an homage to Hermes Trimegistus. A figure who, to me, represents the transformation of oneself into the greatest version of oneself. By way of self reflection and discovery, simple spiritual practice, and attunement with the natural laws. 

     

    Thanks to @Coldfronts for the inspiration to post mine. I was contented to enjoy everyone else's until I saw what you had posted.

     

     

    And here I was thinking you just liked silk scarves.  Very cool.

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    Genesis of your screen name

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    6 minutes ago, Augie said:

    My middle name is Augustine. (Thanks mom & dad!)  As a kid my sister, 3 years older, would tease me calling me Augie Doggie. It’s an old cartoon for the youngin’s. Around the time I joined the board she had just had a quadruple bypass. She’s tall, thin, never smoked and walked the dogs miles every day. Last person in a crowd you’d guess would need a quadruple bypass. I was thinking of her and her recovery when I picked a name. 

     

     

    Very nice story.

     

    Aren't you Doggie Daddy by now?  

     

    "Dat's my boy who said dat!"

     

    https://cartoonnetwork.fandom.com/wiki/Augie_Doggie_and_Doggie_Daddy

     

    According to my Grandmother, I'm a distant cousin to the Great Schnozzola! 

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    Christian McCaffrey traded to the 49ers for multiple 2nd day draft picks

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    20 minutes ago, Airseven said:

    Everyone criticizing this would’ve praised Beane for making the same deal. Time to fixate on Beckham!

     

    So, you are saying YOU would have praised Beane, if EVERYONE would. Right?  I'll tell you this, I was against trading for CMC.  I didn't think there was a chance in hell Beane would make that move.  But if Beane decided to do it, I'd have to at least give it a second thought and try to understand it. After all Beane knows a LOT more about this than I---or you.

     

    28 minutes ago, Simon said:

    Sometimes the best move is the one you don't make.

    This is a good trade for the Bills.

     

    Damn right. 

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    Ken Dorsey is really really good

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    1 minute ago, Nephilim17 said:

    I appreciate your POV but me, personally, I don't give a flying f*** about meltdowns if the man is producing. Many great ones have been angry during losses. 

    I'll take that over composure and losing. Dick Jauron was a master at being calm.

     

     

    I remember watching a fly die on the lig of Bud Grant while he was coaching on the sideline one game. 

     

    I have ZERO issue with Dorsey's post game booth meltdown. And as long as he is successful at his job, I doubt many others will, either. 

     

    Now if he implodes, that that is front and center of every report/story. But so far, a failure as an OC doesn't seen to likely at this point. 

     

    I'm also a bit worried he will get poached. But I think/hope we have a few good years before that happens. I have no idea if he will be a good HC, but I'm guessing he will get another opportunity if he keeps up his current success rate. 

     

    And the little criticisms of his play call here or sequence there won't impact his ascent one iota, IMO.  Every OC makes a questionable play call, or two. So far, it looks like Dorsey is learning as he moves forward with this offense.

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