Ending up with a fairly substantial bruise on my arm was the result of my generous act for the month.
Giving blood is something that many people are skeptical of, for understandable reasons. Who wants to have a needle stuck in their arm for twenty minutes with no apparent reward?
Everyday I see advertising for people to give blood, and with so many restrictions on who can give blood I'm not surprised they never have enough. To be honest I'm not sure I fully thought it through before I did it last week. I was sure I'd be helping someone, but I failed to realise until I actually got really close to the event, that needles would be involved. I know that logically they'd have to use needles, but my conscious mind and logic didn't quite meet up on that day. However, I am glad they didn't because it allowed me to doubt my decision less.
So many people find themselves in positions where they need blood transfusions. Although some people choose not to receive transfusions, no matter their reasons, the majority take them willingly and thankfully. Giving blood saves lives. It really is as simple as that. For a little inconvenience, and on my part discomfort, another human being gets to keep their life for a little while longer. I really am a huge advocate for blood donation. Those who are able to do it, really should. It's just another way to help the community.
It does also give an incentive when a number of countries will pay you to to donate that fluid of life.
The Power of Networking
First thing's first. I would like to thank all those people who read this blog, and especially those who come back again.
I bet most people who will read this blog will have come across it via some form of social networking. With posting links to this site on Facebook and Twitter I've realised just how amazing a tool social networking can be. An hour after my younger sister posted a link to my blog asking people to visit, my page views jumped by eight (for me that's no easy feat).
Although my posts don't get as much attention as I would like, I am fully aware that I haven't been blogging for that long. I've also come to realize that one sure way to get people looking is to keep posting. I can't explain the appeal of blogging. Really, I never thought it would be something I would get into, but as a writer I've found it slightly gripping.
I enjoy the ability to share my views with other people, even if they only get to a small number of people. I must say, however, it is a really good way to hear opinions from family and friends on matters I've posted on. Where some people think it odd of my to blog, others have told me they think it rather cool, that they see a side of me when I write that I don't express as well while I'm talking normally.
Facebook is a regular site visited by many people, and is only becoming more popular. Social networking has become such a success that even google has got on board, developing +You. Unfortunately I haven't been able to check out this new addition to the google franchise as of yet but I hope to soon. Most of what I use over the Internet is google related and I am a bit of a fan. I'm very interested to see for myself how they have interpreted the concept.
I also find Twitter a useful tool. On the odd occasion when my web surfing hasn't come up with what I want or need, all I have to do is ask over twitter. More often than not I'll get a reply fairly rapidly and my problem is solved. However, I do usually just text my techno-savvy brother for help and he seems more than happy to lend a hand, (thanks big bro).
Lastly, for this post, I'd like to thank readers again. Every view, comment or link I get to my blog makes the process worth it. I can't express how people simply looking at my blog brings an odd sense of happiness and motivation. I would really like to ask people to comment however, as I do really want to know what people think, even on the most trivial thing.
I bet most people who will read this blog will have come across it via some form of social networking. With posting links to this site on Facebook and Twitter I've realised just how amazing a tool social networking can be. An hour after my younger sister posted a link to my blog asking people to visit, my page views jumped by eight (for me that's no easy feat).
Although my posts don't get as much attention as I would like, I am fully aware that I haven't been blogging for that long. I've also come to realize that one sure way to get people looking is to keep posting. I can't explain the appeal of blogging. Really, I never thought it would be something I would get into, but as a writer I've found it slightly gripping.
I enjoy the ability to share my views with other people, even if they only get to a small number of people. I must say, however, it is a really good way to hear opinions from family and friends on matters I've posted on. Where some people think it odd of my to blog, others have told me they think it rather cool, that they see a side of me when I write that I don't express as well while I'm talking normally.
Facebook is a regular site visited by many people, and is only becoming more popular. Social networking has become such a success that even google has got on board, developing +You. Unfortunately I haven't been able to check out this new addition to the google franchise as of yet but I hope to soon. Most of what I use over the Internet is google related and I am a bit of a fan. I'm very interested to see for myself how they have interpreted the concept.
I also find Twitter a useful tool. On the odd occasion when my web surfing hasn't come up with what I want or need, all I have to do is ask over twitter. More often than not I'll get a reply fairly rapidly and my problem is solved. However, I do usually just text my techno-savvy brother for help and he seems more than happy to lend a hand, (thanks big bro).
Lastly, for this post, I'd like to thank readers again. Every view, comment or link I get to my blog makes the process worth it. I can't express how people simply looking at my blog brings an odd sense of happiness and motivation. I would really like to ask people to comment however, as I do really want to know what people think, even on the most trivial thing.
Perhaps it's their Monopoly
Those of who live in New Zealand will most likely be familiar with the overly expensive communicative services provided in this country.
It's widely agreed that the reason that cell phone usage can cost so much is because there's only two main contenders in the market. Telecom and Vodafone have control over pretty well all the services provided in New Zealand. Even though 2 Degrees attempts to provide a reliable and cheep service they can only do so much as they have to rent the use of the equipment from Telecom, although through my net surfing I did find a website which said they were going to develop their own network, but I have to admit I have no idea how reliable this information really is.
So overall I don't have much of a problem with the services they provide, but I know many do. All three networks have their fans and those who really don't like them. I've only really doubt with Vodafone so couldn't give a well-informed, unbiased view on the other two. But from talking to several people about their preferred networks, 2 degrees seems to come out on top.
What I want to know is what people think of the networks in their area, no matter where you are. Would you say the tele-communicative services are adequate, overpriced... etc? Please give what you truly think, I'd really love to know.
It's widely agreed that the reason that cell phone usage can cost so much is because there's only two main contenders in the market. Telecom and Vodafone have control over pretty well all the services provided in New Zealand. Even though 2 Degrees attempts to provide a reliable and cheep service they can only do so much as they have to rent the use of the equipment from Telecom, although through my net surfing I did find a website which said they were going to develop their own network, but I have to admit I have no idea how reliable this information really is.So overall I don't have much of a problem with the services they provide, but I know many do. All three networks have their fans and those who really don't like them. I've only really doubt with Vodafone so couldn't give a well-informed, unbiased view on the other two. But from talking to several people about their preferred networks, 2 degrees seems to come out on top.
What I want to know is what people think of the networks in their area, no matter where you are. Would you say the tele-communicative services are adequate, overpriced... etc? Please give what you truly think, I'd really love to know.
At it Again
A couple of years ago my older brother introduced me to a computer game which I found absolutely addictive. Unfortunately we got a new computer which wasn't compatible with it.
The game I'm talking about is Unreal Tournament.
I may not be the biggest gamer in the world, in-fact I wouldn't even call myself a gamer, but after recently getting it again I got hooked, again. I try my best not to play it too much but I'm still finding myself playing for about three hours a day, minimum. So trying to cut down the time I spend on it, I emirs myself in anything else I can think of. Homework, cleaning, music, Facebook. I tried everything I could think of and still I came back to the game.
The version I've got at the moment may be out of date (2004), BUT it's still all too easy to keep playing. It doesn't help the no gaming motivation when most of anything I can do on my computer is exactly that. It also doesn't help that several people I'm close to are avid gamers. Although no one I know plays Unreal the gaming culture is still there.
My newly reestablished like for the game got me thinking. How big is the gaming community? I don't game online as our Internet connection is too small, and I don't think I'd be good enough not to be beaten every time. But it's because of this that I don't know how popular it is. I assume it's a big market, or why would developers come out with new ideas so regularly?
Almost everyone of my generation has tried gaming at some part of their life. Whether it Xbox, PlayStation, the computer, or something else I can't think of, the culture is growing. Once upon a time I wouldn't have dreamed of sitting in front of a computer pretending to kill things. There are so many popular games that are referenced in everyday life. The ones I've heard most regularly are World of Warcraft, League of Legends, Call of Duty and Halo.
I've played many different games in my day, such as Rise of Empires, Warcraft (the earlier version of World of Warcraft), and even Roller-coaster Tycoon, but none of them got me as addicted as Unreal has. I don't know what it is about this particular game which is almost impossible to give up. I'm sure I could do it but it would be like trying to give up coffee. I'd just come back to it because I'd prefer not to go through the withdrawals. I enjoy it too much to give it up entirely.
Somehow I knew I'd get hooked again just before I got it for the second time but I didn't really care at the time. I didn't think it would have any noticeable effect on my life, but I was sadly mistaken, (or happily depending on how you view it).
I'm pretty sure that I could put the whole gaming community to shame with my lack of skills if I ever claimed to be part of it. Thankfully that's not what I'm doing. I'm simply trying to add a sort of warning who's leading a busy life not to get into gaming. IT IS ADDICTIVE. But I also sorta want to promote the game. I LOVE IT.
That's all this is really about.
The game I'm talking about is Unreal Tournament.
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I may not be the biggest gamer in the world, in-fact I wouldn't even call myself a gamer, but after recently getting it again I got hooked, again. I try my best not to play it too much but I'm still finding myself playing for about three hours a day, minimum. So trying to cut down the time I spend on it, I emirs myself in anything else I can think of. Homework, cleaning, music, Facebook. I tried everything I could think of and still I came back to the game.
The version I've got at the moment may be out of date (2004), BUT it's still all too easy to keep playing. It doesn't help the no gaming motivation when most of anything I can do on my computer is exactly that. It also doesn't help that several people I'm close to are avid gamers. Although no one I know plays Unreal the gaming culture is still there.
My newly reestablished like for the game got me thinking. How big is the gaming community? I don't game online as our Internet connection is too small, and I don't think I'd be good enough not to be beaten every time. But it's because of this that I don't know how popular it is. I assume it's a big market, or why would developers come out with new ideas so regularly?
Almost everyone of my generation has tried gaming at some part of their life. Whether it Xbox, PlayStation, the computer, or something else I can't think of, the culture is growing. Once upon a time I wouldn't have dreamed of sitting in front of a computer pretending to kill things. There are so many popular games that are referenced in everyday life. The ones I've heard most regularly are World of Warcraft, League of Legends, Call of Duty and Halo.
I've played many different games in my day, such as Rise of Empires, Warcraft (the earlier version of World of Warcraft), and even Roller-coaster Tycoon, but none of them got me as addicted as Unreal has. I don't know what it is about this particular game which is almost impossible to give up. I'm sure I could do it but it would be like trying to give up coffee. I'd just come back to it because I'd prefer not to go through the withdrawals. I enjoy it too much to give it up entirely.
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Somehow I knew I'd get hooked again just before I got it for the second time but I didn't really care at the time. I didn't think it would have any noticeable effect on my life, but I was sadly mistaken, (or happily depending on how you view it).
I'm pretty sure that I could put the whole gaming community to shame with my lack of skills if I ever claimed to be part of it. Thankfully that's not what I'm doing. I'm simply trying to add a sort of warning who's leading a busy life not to get into gaming. IT IS ADDICTIVE. But I also sorta want to promote the game. I LOVE IT.
That's all this is really about.
Rugby
This is one subject which annoys me at the moment. Everywhere one turns, all I can see is ads for the Rugby world cup. I for one NEVER liked rugby in the first place. I recently had the game described to me as a group of men in shorts casing after a ball, (told you I'd use it) :)
Anyway, I thought this description was perfect. It seems half the population has gone made over a game that really isn't that entertaining. What has made it worse, for me and half my generation in New Zealand, is that the government thought it would be a good idea to change the school terms around. Now in my last year of high school I have even more stress imposed on me.
So maybe I'm venting, but I'd love to hear peoples opinions. I surly can't be the only one not liking this. I know I've talked to many people. No one I've spoken to is actually looking forward to it. Most people seem to just want it to end. I personally, cannot wait.
T.V, billboards, radio, you name it, and they'll be talking about it. Rugby may be labeled as our national sport, but I haven't spoken to one person recently who likes it anymore.
Anyway, I thought this description was perfect. It seems half the population has gone made over a game that really isn't that entertaining. What has made it worse, for me and half my generation in New Zealand, is that the government thought it would be a good idea to change the school terms around. Now in my last year of high school I have even more stress imposed on me.
So maybe I'm venting, but I'd love to hear peoples opinions. I surly can't be the only one not liking this. I know I've talked to many people. No one I've spoken to is actually looking forward to it. Most people seem to just want it to end. I personally, cannot wait.
T.V, billboards, radio, you name it, and they'll be talking about it. Rugby may be labeled as our national sport, but I haven't spoken to one person recently who likes it anymore.
Creed
The story of the band 'Creed' is one of great success. With every album they produced making the charts, they shot to fame in the late nineties. Only nine years after the release of the bands debut album they split up. This left a fan base wanting more.
In 2009 the band released an album titled 'Full Circle'. This symbolized the reformation of Creed. They're also due to release another album later this year. I, for one, am hoping this album will include a world tour because I'd absolutely love the opportunity to see them live.
My fingers are firmly crossed.
In 2009 the band released an album titled 'Full Circle'. This symbolized the reformation of Creed. They're also due to release another album later this year. I, for one, am hoping this album will include a world tour because I'd absolutely love the opportunity to see them live.
My fingers are firmly crossed.
1000 Top Rock Songs of All Time
Some people may instantly be able to deduct what this post will be about from its title. Others, most likely those who don't live in New Zealand, wouldn't have had the pleasure.
Every year one of the national radio stations, The Rock, does a count down of the top 1000 rock songs of all time, as voted by their listeners. The countdown takes about two weeks and, in my opinion, this is the best time to tune in. This year did not disappoint. Although I didn't listen nearly as much as I would've liked, mostly to the fact the my radio is faulty, I heard most of my favorite songs.
The best part of the countdown is the party during the last day. While some have pre-dawn starts to tune in, I just make the top ten a priority. During that last dash sprint, a lot of dancing and singing ensued. With the countdown coming to a close the Friday just been, I decided to make a play list of the songs that appeared on it. Happily I have the majority of these songs, it's just down to finding the time and patience to sift through the rest of my music to find them. So far I've only got about a tenth of the way through, but it still makes for a good compilation.
Each year the top ten doesn't change all that much, just the general order. This year I couldn't dispute the songs in the top ten, but if it were up to me I would have changed the order. The top ten is as follows:
1. One by Metallica
2. Everlong by Foo Fighters
3. Master of Puppets by Metallica
4. Killing in the Name by Rage Against the Machine
5. Sober by Tool
6. Stairway to Heaven by Led Zeppelin
7. Enter Sandman by Metallica
8. Comfortably Numb by Pink Floyd
9. November Rain by Guns 'N' Roses
10. Back in Black by AC/DC
Metallica generally dominates the top ten and this year showed this. Although it's becoming more common to hear someone say they don't like Metallica, I think it's still evident how popular they are. However, the band which dominated the whole countdown, with the most songs, was the Foo Fighters. They were followed by Pearl Jam, AC/DC, and yes, Metallica.
As a whole listening to the radio in the past few days has been very enjoyable. Although, next year I have to remember to vote before tie runs out.
Every year one of the national radio stations, The Rock, does a count down of the top 1000 rock songs of all time, as voted by their listeners. The countdown takes about two weeks and, in my opinion, this is the best time to tune in. This year did not disappoint. Although I didn't listen nearly as much as I would've liked, mostly to the fact the my radio is faulty, I heard most of my favorite songs.
The best part of the countdown is the party during the last day. While some have pre-dawn starts to tune in, I just make the top ten a priority. During that last dash sprint, a lot of dancing and singing ensued. With the countdown coming to a close the Friday just been, I decided to make a play list of the songs that appeared on it. Happily I have the majority of these songs, it's just down to finding the time and patience to sift through the rest of my music to find them. So far I've only got about a tenth of the way through, but it still makes for a good compilation.
Each year the top ten doesn't change all that much, just the general order. This year I couldn't dispute the songs in the top ten, but if it were up to me I would have changed the order. The top ten is as follows:
1. One by Metallica
2. Everlong by Foo Fighters
3. Master of Puppets by Metallica
4. Killing in the Name by Rage Against the Machine
5. Sober by Tool
6. Stairway to Heaven by Led Zeppelin
7. Enter Sandman by Metallica
8. Comfortably Numb by Pink Floyd
9. November Rain by Guns 'N' Roses
10. Back in Black by AC/DC
Metallica generally dominates the top ten and this year showed this. Although it's becoming more common to hear someone say they don't like Metallica, I think it's still evident how popular they are. However, the band which dominated the whole countdown, with the most songs, was the Foo Fighters. They were followed by Pearl Jam, AC/DC, and yes, Metallica.
As a whole listening to the radio in the past few days has been very enjoyable. Although, next year I have to remember to vote before tie runs out.
Camping!!!!!!!
So, this topic has been on my mind a lot recently, so I figured, why not blog it? I was brought up with this being a semi-regular family activity. I've got many fond memories revolving around this activity and hope to make many more as another trip is in the planning process.
This time however, will be different to any other trip I've taken. It won't be a family affair this time. Organizing this trip has only made me realize even more how very soon I'll be stepping into a world completely new to me.
Okay, so our first choice was, were do we go. We're half way through the decision being made. There's about four places being considered, with the major thing being cost. With renting a camp site being between around eight and twenty dollars a head it's something that has to be considered thoroughly. The fact that there could be around thirty of us, makes the choice more difficult.
The next thing to consider is that there is only a handful of us who have actually been camping outside of our backyards. This means that even more emphasis has to be expressed over how to keep ourselves safe. It's becoming very apparent that structured jobs will have to be allocated to people depending on their skill sets. The fact that there is also only a handful of us with cars, makes transport when we're there a bit of a problem too. We've worked out how to get there and back but if an emergency crops up this could become a real problem.
Another thing to think about is who is bringing what. Where we will probably all contribute to food, not everyone has the equipment required. We're finding that we're having to be very specific with numbers to be able to fit everyone in the tents that people do have. Lists are being written revolving around what we'll need to take. After this I think we'll have to allocate stuff to certain people.
Even with all the considerations that need to be made, only some of which are said above, the attitude around the trip is remarkably positive. People are excited, more so as the time gets closer and the organization is getting further along.
For anyone wanting to take a trip when summer comes, I'd really recommend considering camping. It's not to everyone's taste, but it's something I'd say everyone should do at least once in their life. Just pick your site carefully.
This time however, will be different to any other trip I've taken. It won't be a family affair this time. Organizing this trip has only made me realize even more how very soon I'll be stepping into a world completely new to me.
Okay, so our first choice was, were do we go. We're half way through the decision being made. There's about four places being considered, with the major thing being cost. With renting a camp site being between around eight and twenty dollars a head it's something that has to be considered thoroughly. The fact that there could be around thirty of us, makes the choice more difficult.
The next thing to consider is that there is only a handful of us who have actually been camping outside of our backyards. This means that even more emphasis has to be expressed over how to keep ourselves safe. It's becoming very apparent that structured jobs will have to be allocated to people depending on their skill sets. The fact that there is also only a handful of us with cars, makes transport when we're there a bit of a problem too. We've worked out how to get there and back but if an emergency crops up this could become a real problem.
Another thing to think about is who is bringing what. Where we will probably all contribute to food, not everyone has the equipment required. We're finding that we're having to be very specific with numbers to be able to fit everyone in the tents that people do have. Lists are being written revolving around what we'll need to take. After this I think we'll have to allocate stuff to certain people.
Even with all the considerations that need to be made, only some of which are said above, the attitude around the trip is remarkably positive. People are excited, more so as the time gets closer and the organization is getting further along.
For anyone wanting to take a trip when summer comes, I'd really recommend considering camping. It's not to everyone's taste, but it's something I'd say everyone should do at least once in their life. Just pick your site carefully.
What?
Okay, so there's now a movie which I would not recommend. The reason I wouldn't is because of how... strange it is. I actually found it slightly disturbing. I think the over all concept was good, and could have made for a good movie, but specific events in the film made me wonder how sick the person who wrote it would have to be. Of course this is just my personal opinion.
This movie that I'm talking about is 'Splice'. It's all about a couple of scientists working in the field of genetic manipulation and cloning. After some talk with their superiors, who did not approve, this couple decides to mix human DNA into their next experiment. The following events cause problems for everyone, except the superiors who had denied them permission to make such a thing. This 'creation' is hidden from the worlds eye and is raised like a child of the scientists in secret, until it all goes wrong.
Admittedly, this movie did keep me guessing. Usually I'm reasonably perceptive about movies and can figure out what's going to happen in them fairly quickly. I put this down to the writer side of me. However, I do also think I didn't know what was going to happen because I actually found it morally wrong to even suggest certain things that happened in this film. In a way they weren't that bad, but I still thought it crossed a line.
It certainly did a good job of raising questions revolving around the manipulation of genetics and mixing of animal DNA. Where does the line stand? How does a person decide when enough is enough? Most importantly, who police's such a thing? In a capitalist society could moral codes be ignored for the purpose of progress and profit. I think they are. This movie had a weird yet effective way of showing that.
Maybe in the future this movie could be remade to suit those of us who are a bit more uncomfortable with it currently. The concept and moral is sound, I just think the execution was poor.
This movie that I'm talking about is 'Splice'. It's all about a couple of scientists working in the field of genetic manipulation and cloning. After some talk with their superiors, who did not approve, this couple decides to mix human DNA into their next experiment. The following events cause problems for everyone, except the superiors who had denied them permission to make such a thing. This 'creation' is hidden from the worlds eye and is raised like a child of the scientists in secret, until it all goes wrong.
Admittedly, this movie did keep me guessing. Usually I'm reasonably perceptive about movies and can figure out what's going to happen in them fairly quickly. I put this down to the writer side of me. However, I do also think I didn't know what was going to happen because I actually found it morally wrong to even suggest certain things that happened in this film. In a way they weren't that bad, but I still thought it crossed a line.
It certainly did a good job of raising questions revolving around the manipulation of genetics and mixing of animal DNA. Where does the line stand? How does a person decide when enough is enough? Most importantly, who police's such a thing? In a capitalist society could moral codes be ignored for the purpose of progress and profit. I think they are. This movie had a weird yet effective way of showing that.
Maybe in the future this movie could be remade to suit those of us who are a bit more uncomfortable with it currently. The concept and moral is sound, I just think the execution was poor.
Something About the Classics
Of all the music around, what could be called the greatest, the most enduring. Personally, I'd say it's Classic Rock. From Led Zeppelin to The Doors there's bound to be at least one song that you love from this particular genre.
Classic rock still makes appearances in modern pop culture, whether it be a television ad, TV show or movie. People still seem to hold these songs dear and close to heart. Where most music seems to stay in the relative range of the generation they first played for, this genre seems wide spread throughout age groups and time. A certain sort of culture seems to have formed around these pioneers of an era. Music would never have been the same without those who fought against the boundaries and confines of a societal expectation.
So, throughout history people have broken the rules and stretched what society deemed as acceptable. Classic rock is just another example of this pushing of the limits.Some bands, such as AC/DC still do live shows, however only about half of their music I could define as classic. Other's, such as The Beatles, no longer tour. This could be for a couple of reasons, like deaths of members, or simply age stopping them from rocking the stage anymore.
One of the most memorable songs that fall in this category, for me, is 'Immigrant Song' by Led Zeppelin, (although there are literally hundreds that I know and love). There's a certain sound to Led Zeppelin that I've never heard anywhere else. They truly are a unique band and I am more than disappointed that I'll never have the opportunity to see this amazing band live.
Another song that stands out of this era for me is 'The House Of The Rising Sun' by The Animals. Although the style differs from Led Zeppelin, I love this song as much as the one previously mentioned. I've listened to many renditions of it and none of them seem to match up to the original. The deep bluesy rock sound in this song is difficult to replicate, and in my opinion, almost impossible to improve on. Each remake has it's own flavour or swing to it, unique in their own rights. However the best take that I've heard (other than the original) was done in the latest American Idol season. This was sung by Haley Reinhart.
Classic rock still makes appearances in modern pop culture, whether it be a television ad, TV show or movie. People still seem to hold these songs dear and close to heart. Where most music seems to stay in the relative range of the generation they first played for, this genre seems wide spread throughout age groups and time. A certain sort of culture seems to have formed around these pioneers of an era. Music would never have been the same without those who fought against the boundaries and confines of a societal expectation.
So, throughout history people have broken the rules and stretched what society deemed as acceptable. Classic rock is just another example of this pushing of the limits.Some bands, such as AC/DC still do live shows, however only about half of their music I could define as classic. Other's, such as The Beatles, no longer tour. This could be for a couple of reasons, like deaths of members, or simply age stopping them from rocking the stage anymore.
One of the most memorable songs that fall in this category, for me, is 'Immigrant Song' by Led Zeppelin, (although there are literally hundreds that I know and love). There's a certain sound to Led Zeppelin that I've never heard anywhere else. They truly are a unique band and I am more than disappointed that I'll never have the opportunity to see this amazing band live.
(This video is live and therefore the sound quality isn't as good as it could be, but I think it demonstrates the certain pull towards the band)
Another song that stands out of this era for me is 'The House Of The Rising Sun' by The Animals. Although the style differs from Led Zeppelin, I love this song as much as the one previously mentioned. I've listened to many renditions of it and none of them seem to match up to the original. The deep bluesy rock sound in this song is difficult to replicate, and in my opinion, almost impossible to improve on. Each remake has it's own flavour or swing to it, unique in their own rights. However the best take that I've heard (other than the original) was done in the latest American Idol season. This was sung by Haley Reinhart.
(The Animals original)
(Haley Reinhart's rendition)
So, overall, classic rock is a diverse sound which has spread throughout generations. Iconic songs came out of an era where people were pushing the boundaries and fighting constraints. Time has failed to spoil or lessen the effect and attraction of something formed from rebelling. It's shaped styles, thoughts and the future of music. Finally, I believe it'll never quite die, sort of like Motzart.
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