Thoughtninja's recent activity
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Comment on What "one-hit wonder" do you think has a discography worth exploring? in ~music
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Comment on What have you been listening to this week? in ~music
Thoughtninja LinkSo far it's been a toss up between the new Deftones album, Private Music, random Primus selections, a revisit of Rammstien's first three records, and the remaster of The Smashing Pumpkin's Machina...So far it's been a toss up between the new Deftones album, Private Music, random Primus selections, a revisit of Rammstien's first three records, and the remaster of The Smashing Pumpkin's Machina I. I have also caught up with the new Coheed and BTBAM singles which I just found about a couple days ago.
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Comment on TV Tuesdays Free Talk in ~tv
Thoughtninja Link ParentThat's the first Stargate series I ever saw. I'm old enough to have watched the entire original run of SG1 but missed it even in syndication so I started with SG:A right after it initially...That's the first Stargate series I ever saw. I'm old enough to have watched the entire original run of SG1 but missed it even in syndication so I started with SG:A right after it initially concluded, finished that, and worked my way back.
I personally love it quirks and all. Same with SG1 of course. Rodney's character growth is great and the sense of adventure the show creates has been rarely recaptured by much since except maybe The Expanse. IMO of course.
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Comment on Who’d be into a book club but for retro games? in ~games
Thoughtninja LinkI'm in for some classics! I don't have a lot of the old hardware anymore but I can emulate anything.I'm in for some classics! I don't have a lot of the old hardware anymore but I can emulate anything.
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Comment on Midweek Movie Free Talk in ~movies
Thoughtninja LinkI gave Flow (2024) a watch after coming across it and absolutely loved it. It's a silent animated film starring a kitty who is caught up in a weather related apocalyptic situation in a world...I gave Flow (2024) a watch after coming across it and absolutely loved it. It's a silent animated film starring a kitty who is caught up in a weather related apocalyptic situation in a world devoid of humans.
The animation is wonderful, the animal characters are realistic but extremely emotionally expressive, the plot had me guessing constantly, and the tension hit perfectly.
I was invested from start to finish and that's hard for me things these days when I find fewer and fewer films to be this riveting. So I would absolutely recommend it.
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Comment on 2 January is National Science Fiction Day (in the US)! What are some sci-fi films you feel are particularly memorable or that you return to regularly? in ~movies
Thoughtninja LinkMy favorite film of all time, Dark City, falls perfectly under this umbrella. I'll never get tired of it and return to it at least once or twice a year. Sure obviously it is a sci-fi film complete...My favorite film of all time, Dark City, falls perfectly under this umbrella. I'll never get tired of it and return to it at least once or twice a year.
Sure obviously it is a sci-fi film complete with strange visuals, uncertain (at first) motives of some very nefarious individuals, and some good old fashioned telekinetic mind fights but it's really a discussion on who we are and what we are truly capable of. The good and the bad and what defines these characteristics.
The beauty of this film is it can be taken at face value and enjoyed simply as an outlandish narrative too, albeit a finely crafted attention paid to small details, narrative. So it can appear simple on first viewing but if you poke into at all more there is more to find, put together, and think about.
Now I'm also not going to say this is the smartest or deepest film of all time but what it conveys and how it does so is expertly done. Usually upon each rewatch I stumble on at least one or two little details that went unnoticed by me that just add to the web of hints and pieces woven through the film.
It has remained as a gift that keeps on giving sort of film for me and has remained so since it's release.
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Comment on Tropical storm Francine forms in the Gulf of Mexico; Expected to make landfall in Louisiana as a hurricane on Wednesday in ~enviro
Thoughtninja Link ParentThat is a trip to see as it was just flittering about in the background and just got swallowed up into what's heading my way right now. It's looking like we'll be to the left of the eye so there's...That is a trip to see as it was just flittering about in the background and just got swallowed up into what's heading my way right now. It's looking like we'll be to the left of the eye so there's some relief there. I've lost count of the number of hurricanes I've encountered so this one will be added to the pile. Hopefully it isn't devastating to anyone in it's path. Acadiana is ready though.
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Comment on What games have you been playing, and what's your opinion on them? in ~games
Thoughtninja LinkI just finished The Darkness (2007) on 360 for the first time as a recommendation from my best friend. She was absolutely right. That game is a treat, whether it be the atmosphere, characters, NYC...I just finished The Darkness (2007) on 360 for the first time as a recommendation from my best friend. She was absolutely right. That game is a treat, whether it be the atmosphere, characters, NYC setting, and wild gameplay mechanics and crazy imagery.
I thoroughly loved it and let's not forget mr. Mike Patton as the voice of the Darkness is perfect.
I will be playing the second one soon as she also recommended it.
In the meantime I'm playing through Halo 3 ODST for the first time as well and loving it. I played through Halo 1-4 recently and didn't care for 4 but 3 stood out as my second favorite under 1.
ODST is quickly taking that spot. Along with Reach which I need to finish too. That also will end up high up on my Halo ranking list.
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Comment on What creative projects have you been working on? in ~creative
Thoughtninja LinkI'm in the process of recording two covers, The Burning Red from Machine Head, and Dai The Flu from Deftones. Two of my favorite songs of all time. TBR is practically done. I just need to do final...I'm in the process of recording two covers, The Burning Red from Machine Head, and Dai The Flu from Deftones. Two of my favorite songs of all time.
TBR is practically done. I just need to do final vocal takes. The ones on my current mix were recorded very late night so couldn't get them where I want them yet in that moment.
Dai The Flu is also almost done. Simply vocals are left to do.
Then I have to figure what moniker to release these under. There will be some originals to follow as well.
A little backstory of me. I've been playing guitar, singing, and songwriting since I was 12 or 13 so about 26 years now. I also play bass and can do a bit on a kit.
Played in bands in HS, after, and then acoustic gigs until hanging it up. I always continued writing and recording though in the hundreds of songs only a small handful were good IMO.
Now I've been reinvigorated, my playing and writing is in full swing, and better than ever. Same with my singing. So I'm coming back and starting with these covers. Then originals and hopefully a newly formed band at some point. I will hopefully do some acoustic gigs with a friend in the extreme near future.
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Comment on Metallica - St. [b]Anger (Cover) (2024) in ~music
Thoughtninja LinkNo matter how the album is redone if the lyrics and vocal delivery remain the same I'll never be able to enjoy anything from this album. Those elements are just so bad it kills all enjoyment for...No matter how the album is redone if the lyrics and vocal delivery remain the same I'll never be able to enjoy anything from this album. Those elements are just so bad it kills all enjoyment for me.
I'm also a fan who doesn't care for Death Magnetic or the majority of Hardwired. It feels like a terrible three album run to me and their lowest period. They reoriented and nailed it on the newest however. And I love absolutely everything pre Anger. All of it.
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Comment on Is TV advertising still relevant? Does anybody under 60 even watch traditional TV anymore? in ~tv
Thoughtninja Link ParentThat Star Trek block on H&I is solid gold. The only other broadcast channels I watch is whichever channel plays In The Heat Of The Night and MeTV (mainly for Svengoolie). I'm 39 for reference.That Star Trek block on H&I is solid gold. The only other broadcast channels I watch is whichever channel plays In The Heat Of The Night and MeTV (mainly for Svengoolie). I'm 39 for reference.
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Comment on New ‘Jurassic World’ movie in the works with David Koepp writing in ~movies
Thoughtninja Link ParentLet's not forget the godawful dialog too.Let's not forget the godawful dialog too.
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Comment on TV Tuesdays Free Talk in ~tv
Thoughtninja LinkI watched Scavengers Reign a few weeks ago and adored it. In trying to find a similar series I started watching Pantheon which I'm enjoying so far but I'm not as sucked into it as I was for SR....I watched Scavengers Reign a few weeks ago and adored it. In trying to find a similar series I started watching Pantheon which I'm enjoying so far but I'm not as sucked into it as I was for SR. I'm only on episode 3 so I'm guessing that's probably going to happen as I keep progressing through.
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Comment on What was your first computer game? (Soundcheck question 2023) in ~games
Thoughtninja LinkThe first one I remember was Mathblaster in elementary school. Redneck Rampage and Commander Keen 4 at my cousin's house around the same time. The first I ever owned was Diablo 2 whenever it came out.The first one I remember was Mathblaster in elementary school. Redneck Rampage and Commander Keen 4 at my cousin's house around the same time. The first I ever owned was Diablo 2 whenever it came out.
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Comment on What are your top three video game soundtracks? in ~games
Thoughtninja LinkDeus Ex - The original just has a masterful soundtrack that fits the vibes, aesthetics, and atmosphere of it's universe perfectly. Sonic The Hedgehog 2 - Just a fun melodic solid soundtrack that...-
Deus Ex - The original just has a masterful soundtrack that fits the vibes, aesthetics, and atmosphere of it's universe perfectly.
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Sonic The Hedgehog 2 - Just a fun melodic solid soundtrack that perfectly compliments the visuals and gameplay of this 16bit classic.
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Comix Zone - as far as I understand this soundtrack was composed with live instruments but then redone for the Genesis sound chip. The synthesized alternative rock sound just hits a sweet spot for me.
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Comment on Introducing my dad to video games in ~games
Thoughtninja LinkIf it was me I'd get a PS3 or 360 as most if not all of the games are dirt cheap, updates for them are still available, and he can play all the best games of that era. Or at least a bunch of the...If it was me I'd get a PS3 or 360 as most if not all of the games are dirt cheap, updates for them are still available, and he can play all the best games of that era. Or at least a bunch of the great ones to start off with and it'll fit nicely within your budget. The graphics are outdated but he's not going to know or care and can enjoy countless hours of gaming fun on the cheap.
I'm still collecting the cream of the crop for both consoles and I can find them easily online and even locally at pawn shops and Goodwill etc.
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Comment on How frequently do you shower? in ~life
Thoughtninja (edited )LinkI shower once a day on my two days off and twice on all of my five workdays. Once before and once after. I work at a gym so I have to pick up weights people leave behind plus going around and...I shower once a day on my two days off and twice on all of my five workdays. Once before and once after. I work at a gym so I have to pick up weights people leave behind plus going around and cleaning/maintaining the entire 40,000 square foot building. Lots of potential for sweating.
On my days off I'll do any chores and grasscutting etc then shower and be good for the day. I hate feeling dirty so this system hasn't failed me yet.
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Comment on What are your favorite soundtracks for films and video games? in ~music
Thoughtninja Link ParentI absolutely agree with the OG DX and HR. I have yet to be able to play MD yet so I can't comment on that one. I love throwing on the first Deus Ex soundtrack every now and then and also Sonic...I absolutely agree with the OG DX and HR. I have yet to be able to play MD yet so I can't comment on that one. I love throwing on the first Deus Ex soundtrack every now and then and also Sonic Augmentation a remix album of it.
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Comment on <deleted topic> in ~enviro
Thoughtninja Link ParentBeing from the other La (Louisiana) wind damage is the most likely issue with this. Meaning power and travel are going to be affected post storm. Well during too. Fill your bathtub if you have one...Being from the other La (Louisiana) wind damage is the most likely issue with this. Meaning power and travel are going to be affected post storm. Well during too. Fill your bathtub if you have one (flushing toilets/basic washing). Probably too late to stock up on non perishable foods or water. If you have any containers you can fill with tap water I'd recommend it. Even if you end up not really affected it never hurts to be prepared even in the most basic ways.
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Comment on What is something that, surprisingly, worked? in ~talk
Thoughtninja Link ParentA connection somewhere probably got knocked loose and couldn't make contact and then you made sure it did. Probably the lid switch I'd guess.A connection somewhere probably got knocked loose and couldn't make contact and then you made sure it did. Probably the lid switch I'd guess.
I can't speak for their whole discography but Marcy Playground deserves much better.
Their self titled, the one with Sex and Candy, is chock full of great songs. Literally all of them.
I would argue Sex and Candy is the weakest song on it and it's still very good.
I have listened to the rest of their albums too and they are quite good. I'm just not as familiar as I am with their first. They definitely deserve a deeper dive from music heads.