The Perfect Compromise

Violent & Funky · 07-15-2010, 06:20 PM

I pose a challenge for the members of MusicBanter: from the descriptions of these polar roots, find a compromising album each member could agree on.

The Five Personalities

Dragon -- vigorous, strong, self-assured, direct, fiery, intense, and competitive. Can be arrogant, demanding, and brash. With origins tracing back to nu-metal, this individual also enjoys old thrash, grunge and metalcore. They will stoop to Disturbed and Three Doors Down, but dignify themselves with Master of Puppets and Lateralus. Gets along with the Tiger over KoRn, but disagrees with the Sheep over Jack Johnson.

Monkey -- flexible, innovative, improviser, problem-solver, artistic, forward-thinking, unique, and divergent. Can be jealous, snobbish, and self-centered. Always one to be current, this individual traces back to 60s counter-culture, but today is everything indie. Listening to Sum 41 because no one else does, they listen to plenty of music nobody has ever heard of, but favorites include The Shins and TV on the Radio. Gets along with the Sheep over Citizen Cope, but disagrees with the Rabbit over Phish.

Tiger -- unpredictable, rebellious, impulsive, stimulating, energetic, deep, passionate, and reactive. Can be reckless, impatient, and foul. Affected by the punk-funk of the Red Hot Chili Peppers, this one likes it fast like Superchunk and funky like Primus. Sometimes--and rather unfortunately--entangled in nu-metal and pop-punk. Gets along with the Dragon over Rage Against the Machine, but disagrees with the Monkey over Animal Collective.

Rabbit -- sensitive, elegant, artistic, thorough, tender, astute, compassionate, and cultured. Can be detached, self-indulgent, and stubborn. Jam bands of the 1970s are where they started, but today the diverse indie sound is their home. High on their list are the bluesy Black Keys and anything offering a lineup that includes the piano or horns. Gets along with the Monkey over Vampire Weekend, but disagrees with the Dragon over Reign in Blood.

Sheep -- righteous, shy, gentle, peaceful, reserved, caring, pure, and seeks security. Can be primitive, pessimistic, and bland. It better be acoustic and thoughtful, like Jason Mraz. They hold no shame in singer-songwriters, sometimes to a fault. It should be diverse like Dispatch, but not too long. Gets along with the Rabbit over Dave Matthews Band, but disagrees with the Tiger over Double Nickels on the Dime.

Which album--from any where and any time in music history--might provide enjoyment for all five of these forces? What is the Perfect Compromise?

nolvorite · 07-15-2010, 06:34 PM

Dookie - Green Day
love that album

~~James~~ · 07-15-2010, 06:39 PM

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Originally Posted by nolvorite

Dookie - Green Day
love that album

Hahahhahhahahahhahah. No.

nolvorite · 07-15-2010, 06:40 PM

oh man...
well you're right I mean there's only like one good song there

~~James~~ · 07-15-2010, 06:45 PM

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Originally Posted by nolvorite

oh man...
well you're right I mean there's only like one good song there

Well, it just doesn't fit the description. I don't like them, but if you do fair enough. Just the wrong thread. Don't be so down on yourself man.

Charlemagne · 07-16-2010, 12:31 AM

The Format- Interventions and Lullabies? Or would that be too poppy for the dragon? I can see it fitting into the Monkey, Rabbit, Sheep (and possibly Tiger).

Sljslj · 07-16-2010, 01:27 AM

Animals As Leaders S/T album? I think that satisfies every personality, or maybe the fact that it's instrumental ruins it?
http://listen.grooveshark.com/#/play...s+S+T/32163289
If it doesn't come up the first time, refresh the page and it will definitely come up.

Violent & Funky · 07-16-2010, 02:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Sljslj

Animals As Leaders S/T album? I think that satisfies every personality, or maybe the fact that it's instrumental ruins it?
Grooveshark - Listen to Free Music Online - Internet Radio - Free MP3 Streaming
If it doesn't come up the first time, refresh the page and it will definitely come up.

Interesting idea, as I do think it at least somewhat appeases four of the five. However, I don't think the Sheep, who is the singer-song-writer type, would like an instrumental album. Admirable selection though...

Sljslj · 07-16-2010, 03:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Violent & Funky

Interesting idea, as I do think it at least somewhat appeases four of the five. However, I don't think the Sheep, who is the singer-song-writer type, would like an instrumental album. Admirable selection though...

My thoughts exactly.
Hmm... I must find this magical album.
How about Devin Townsend's Ocean Machine: Biomech?
Grooveshark - Listen to Free Music Online - Internet Radio - Free MP3 Streaming
As far as I can tell, it appeases all five.

mr dave · 07-16-2010, 08:32 AM

interesting enough experiment, but why did you drop the 7 other animals in the Chinese Zodiac?

also, my answer is

King Crimson - Lark's Tongue in Aspic

07-15-2010, 06:20 PM	#1 (permalink)
Violent & Funky FUNky Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Midland, MI Posts: 2,482	The Perfect Compromise I pose a challenge for the members of MusicBanter: from the descriptions of these polar roots, find a compromising album each member could agree on. The Five Personalities Dragon -- vigorous, strong, self-assured, direct, fiery, intense, and competitive. Can be arrogant, demanding, and brash. With origins tracing back to nu-metal, this individual also enjoys old thrash, grunge and metalcore. They will stoop to Disturbed and Three Doors Down, but dignify themselves with Master of Puppets and Lateralus. Gets along with the Tiger over KoRn, but disagrees with the Sheep over Jack Johnson. Monkey -- flexible, innovative, improviser, problem-solver, artistic, forward-thinking, unique, and divergent. Can be jealous, snobbish, and self-centered. Always one to be current, this individual traces back to 60s counter-culture, but today is everything indie. Listening to Sum 41 because no one else does, they listen to plenty of music nobody has ever heard of, but favorites include The Shins and TV on the Radio. Gets along with the Sheep over Citizen Cope, but disagrees with the Rabbit over Phish. Tiger -- unpredictable, rebellious, impulsive, stimulating, energetic, deep, passionate, and reactive. Can be reckless, impatient, and foul. Affected by the punk-funk of the Red Hot Chili Peppers, this one likes it fast like Superchunk and funky like Primus. Sometimes--and rather unfortunately--entangled in nu-metal and pop-punk. Gets along with the Dragon over Rage Against the Machine, but disagrees with the Monkey over Animal Collective. Rabbit -- sensitive, elegant, artistic, thorough, tender, astute, compassionate, and cultured. Can be detached, self-indulgent, and stubborn. Jam bands of the 1970s are where they started, but today the diverse indie sound is their home. High on their list are the bluesy Black Keys and anything offering a lineup that includes the piano or horns. Gets along with the Monkey over Vampire Weekend, but disagrees with the Dragon over Reign in Blood. Sheep -- righteous, shy, gentle, peaceful, reserved, caring, pure, and seeks security. Can be primitive, pessimistic, and bland. It better be acoustic and thoughtful, like Jason Mraz. They hold no shame in singer-songwriters, sometimes to a fault. It should be diverse like Dispatch, but not too long. Gets along with the Rabbit over Dave Matthews Band, but disagrees with the Tiger over Double Nickels on the Dime. Which album--from any where and any time in music history--might provide enjoyment for all five of these forces? What is the Perfect Compromise? __________________ http://www.last.fm/user/ohio0808 sometimes I don't thrill you sometimes I think I'll kill you just don't let me fuck up will you 'cause when I need a friend it's still you

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Charlemagne Say something vague Join Date: Jul 2009 Posts: 1,551	The Format- Interventions and Lullabies? Or would that be too poppy for the dragon? I can see it fitting into the Monkey, Rabbit, Sheep (and possibly Tiger). __________________ Charlemagne had eyes like a lover, but last winter there was weather and his eyes they iced right over. My Last.fm

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Sljslj The Omniscient Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Reno, Nevada, USA Posts: 998	Animals As Leaders S/T album? I think that satisfies every personality, or maybe the fact that it's instrumental ruins it? http://listen.grooveshark.com/#/play...s+S+T/32163289 If it doesn't come up the first time, refresh the page and it will definitely come up. __________________ MY LYRICS Last edited by Sljslj; 07-16-2010 at 01:46 AM.

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nolvorite Music Addict Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: USVI Posts: 88	Dookie - Green Day love that album

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nolvorite Music Addict Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: USVI Posts: 88	oh man... well you're right I mean there's only like one good song there