ShlappinDahBass Posted May 30, 2012 Share Posted May 30, 2012 Hello all who read this! I'm new to the forums so I wanted to introduce myself. My name is Austin and I hail from Grand Rapids, Michigan. Born on June 2nd, 93'. I have just started listening to Rush my sophomore year of High School (about 3 years from now). I would love to share my story with you all of how much these guys have changed my life with my case of Aspergers but I'll save that for another day. I'm already boring you all just by enough introducing myself. I will probably be sounding like a cliche fan... Let me just start by how excited I am that I have finally found as big of Rush fanatics as me. I have been immensely teased and made fun of through my High School career for how much I love these guys. And it honestly really sucked because NO ONE else has shared the same passion as I do with these guys. Now I finally found a massive group. But yes, a massive Rush fan. There hasn't been a day that has gone by where I don't even listen to more than an albums worth. My favorites would have to be Fly By Night, 2112, Hemispheres, Moving Pictures, Grace Under Pressure, Counterparts, Snakes and Arrows, and I have amazingly high hopes for Clockwork Angels (since it's my first album they'll be releasing since I got into them). Craziest thing is that I haven't even found a song I actually dislike from these guys. Just knowing their background and how hard they've worked is amazing enough for me to appreciate every song they make. Only song I personally have an issue with is Dog Years in their Test for Echos album, but it's not worthy of skipping, in my opinion. I will be attending my first ever Rush concert at the Detroit show this September with my dad. I am SO pumped. He told me that their concerts are the best he has ever been to. I don't know about you guys, but already by listening to the 3 singles from Clockwork Angels, this album is going to be full of so much insanity and talent. Ged's voice even sounds amazing. I've been practicing the bass for about 1-2 years now. Slowly getting used it and playing it more now that Ged is a maaassive inspiration to me. My dad also plays the drums, so we sometimes have jam sessions. Pretty fun. Any who, hope this was a proper introduction. Rock hard Rush fans. Hope to get to know you all in the near future. And with that, I leave you this cat.... http://www.stumbleupon.com/su/1U2Bq4/:1vK_...pmE2cOLNbJ.gif/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rush Cocky Posted May 30, 2012 Share Posted May 30, 2012 Welcome ShlappinDahBass! I too hail from Michigan! Hope you enjoy it here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArrowSnake Posted May 30, 2012 Share Posted May 30, 2012 Welcome! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Union 5-3992 Posted May 30, 2012 Share Posted May 30, 2012 My story is almost the same as yours (only I don't play anything). Welcome buddy, cheers from NY Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EmotionDetector Posted May 30, 2012 Share Posted May 30, 2012 Welcome to TRF! It's an amazing place...you'll probably never leave! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShlappinDahBass Posted May 30, 2012 Author Share Posted May 30, 2012 Thanks, all! I hope I never leave. I feel like I'm at home here. Time to listen to Test for Echo (song) for celebration! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Union 5-3992 Posted May 30, 2012 Share Posted May 30, 2012 QUOTE (ShlappinDahBass @ May 30 2012, 07:07 PM) Time to listen to Test for Echo (song) My liking of you just went up tenfold. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShlappinDahBass Posted May 31, 2012 Author Share Posted May 31, 2012 It's a fantastic drumming song! How can you not enjoy it? This is the first song these guys released after Neil started getting lessons from various master drummers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ancient Ways Posted May 31, 2012 Share Posted May 31, 2012 It sounds like you started listening to Rush 3 years in the future. Do you have a time machine? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShlappinDahBass Posted May 31, 2012 Author Share Posted May 31, 2012 I have the DVD. Does that count? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrossedSignals Posted May 31, 2012 Share Posted May 31, 2012 Welcome, ShlappinDahBass! Great username Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShlappinDahBass Posted May 31, 2012 Author Share Posted May 31, 2012 Yes! Fantastic picture for you as well, sir. Tom Servo is a winner. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HowItIs Posted May 31, 2012 Share Posted May 31, 2012 http://i224.photobucket.com/albums/dd103/laserspray/internet%20stuff/smilies/smiley-greet024.gif Welcome to TRF! It's so great to have younger fans coming here to share their love for da Boyz. I'm with you - I don't dislike any of their songs though there are a few that don't do as much for me. However, I maintain that even bad Rush beats most of the crap being produced today. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SchemingDemon Posted May 31, 2012 Share Posted May 31, 2012 QUOTE (ShlappinDahBass @ May 30 2012, 04:01 PM) I will be attending my first ever Rush concert at the Detroit show this September with my dad. I am SO pumped. He told me that their concerts are the best he has ever been to. First concert? Nice! Where'd you get seats? Maybe I'll see ya there Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShlappinDahBass Posted May 31, 2012 Author Share Posted May 31, 2012 Agreed. Today's "music" is getting out of hand. Mainly why I'm made fun of all the time for not conforming to today's society of music. We got our seats in the 125 section. Kind of lame seats for my first time, I guess. Would those actually be nice seats, though, for Auburn Hills? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Babycat Posted May 31, 2012 Share Posted May 31, 2012 Welcome to TRF! And what an incredible username! I also every single song! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EmotionDetector Posted May 31, 2012 Share Posted May 31, 2012 QUOTE (ShlappinDahBass @ May 31 2012, 06:40 AM) Agreed. Today's "music" is getting out of hand. Mainly why I'm made fun of all the time for not conforming to today's society of music. We got our seats in the 125 section. Kind of lame seats for my first time, I guess. Would those actually be nice seats, though, for Auburn Hills? Nah...no lame seats, especially for the first show! Once it starts, you'll be in awe from wherever you sit! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Khan Posted May 31, 2012 Share Posted May 31, 2012 (edited) QUOTE (ShlappinDahBass @ May 30 2012, 05:01 PM) Only song I personally have an issue with is Dog Years in their Test for Echos album, but it's not worthy of skipping, in my opinion. Oh, yes it is... http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v423/KublaKhan/WelcomeRed.gif Edited May 31, 2012 by Khan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rushlady23 Posted May 31, 2012 Share Posted May 31, 2012 Welcome and enjoy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SchemingDemon Posted June 1, 2012 Share Posted June 1, 2012 QUOTE (ShlappinDahBass @ May 31 2012, 05:40 AM) Agreed. Today's "music" is getting out of hand. Mainly why I'm made fun of all the time for not conforming to today's society of music. We got our seats in the 125 section. Kind of lame seats for my first time, I guess. Would those actually be nice seats, though, for Auburn Hills? I was there to see Rammstein earlier this month and my seat was upgraded to section 121 or 122. It was pretty difficult to see anything on the stage, to be honest. But your section is closer than I was. That, and everything's played on giant screens (for Rush at least). You'll have a pretty decent view Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LyndseyG Posted June 1, 2012 Share Posted June 1, 2012 Welcome to TRF! You'll like it here! Clockwork Angels is my first album since becoming a fan too! Have a great time at your first concert. I have to wait til next May to see them again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeOhBe Bob Posted June 1, 2012 Share Posted June 1, 2012 Hey welcome to TRF. Loved your intro....welcome enjoy and stay a while, coathooks are in the hallway, you don't HAVE to take your shoes off, but the carpeting is plush here, and no one minds if you spill beverages Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShlappinDahBass Posted June 1, 2012 Author Share Posted June 1, 2012 Haha. You guys are great. Rammstein is a crazy band, too. Weird, but pretty good. I am extremely excited for the concert, then. Jeese, next May? Do you live in the UK somewhere? Thanks for the warm welcoming, you guys! Hope to get to know you all soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chicken hawk Posted June 1, 2012 Share Posted June 1, 2012 ShlappinDahBass a BIG WELCOME to you....... Love the name......Love ya man! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShlappinDahBass Posted June 1, 2012 Author Share Posted June 1, 2012 Thank yoou! I think I'm going to love it here. A lot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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