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BryterLayter77 Senior Member Posts: 640 |
posted June 30, 2002 09:38 PM
  
Our very own Alex came up with the idea of having a list about weird band names. So, all the credit must go to him for this one.  I was going to start this thread on Monday morning, but I'm getting a bit sleepy, so I thought I would start the list now.Over the course of music history, bands came up with the weirdest names. Some of the names were so weird that it made several people take notice, asking "What the hell is that for a band name?!?!" So, sit back, have fun, and think up your personal list of bands that had weird names. Everyone has until midnight (EST) Tuesday, July 9th to post their selections to the thread. For anyone who is new and starting out, feel free to e-mail me with any questions. Have fun! Richard IP: Logged |
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j.r.piskorski Senior Member Posts: 42 |
posted June 30, 2002 10:23 PM
Well, there is a band here in Brazil that is called Cogumelo Plutão, that means Mushroom Pluto. Could it be weirder? How about Pato Fu (Duck Fu), also a brazilian band? Their last album is called "Pink Noise", and there was "Dog's TV". Then there is Toad and the Wet Sprocket, Everything but the Girl, Hottie and the Blowfish, The Beatles (it's weird, we're just used to it)... IP: Logged |
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Carly Senior Member Posts: 471 |
posted June 30, 2002 10:55 PM
It's Hootie and the Blowfish and Toad the Wet Sproket. Barenaked Ladies is also a weird name. Carly IP: Logged |
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duncanfan Senior Member Posts: 735 |
posted July 01, 2002 07:32 AM
I'm heading out of town in a couple of hours, but I thought I would do this first. Let me see...ooh, this is kind of tough.
That's all I can think of right now. Tina [This message has been edited by duncanfan (edited July 01, 2002).] IP: Logged |
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sunday's child Senior Member Posts: 710 |
posted July 01, 2002 08:52 AM
Thanks a lot, Richard, but once again you're the man who earns the credits! So, here are my top 5 weird band names: 5. Badly Drawn Boy Have fun! [This message has been edited by sunday's child (edited July 01, 2002).] IP: Logged |
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BryterLayter77 Senior Member Posts: 640 |
posted July 01, 2002 09:52 AM
Wow, Tina, you suprised me!  I wasn't expecting you to post until next week, but I like nice pleasant suprises.Alex: It was your idea, so you get the credit for this. You are the man, my friend! A special welcome to Rodolfo and Carly, as they are newcomers to the list! Richard IP: Logged |
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Cyndi Senior Member Posts: 154 |
posted July 01, 2002 11:19 PM
okay, i just scanned through the music i have on my p.c. and this is what i came up with: pearl jam [This message has been edited by Cyndi (edited July 01, 2002).] other honorable mentions (in edit): [This message has been edited by Cyndi (edited July 04, 2002).] IP: Logged |
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Carly Senior Member Posts: 471 |
posted July 01, 2002 11:45 PM
The Flaming Lips The Goo Goo Dolls Vertical Horizon Train Filter Chumbawamba ---- Carly IP: Logged |
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sweetsnail Senior Member Posts: 1265 |
posted July 02, 2002 02:08 AM
well, I guess I should just list the ones that haven't been listed. I like everyone's so far. I was actually going to mention the Beatles. You know what I think is funny is that when most people are writing about a bug beetle, they spell it wrong. And it's all because of that band..... ok. here are my additions to the list. Hoobastank
-steph [This message has been edited by sweetsnail (edited July 03, 2002).] IP: Logged |
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BryterLayter77 Senior Member Posts: 640 |
posted July 02, 2002 08:05 AM
Great lists everyone, but let's have 3-5 selections per list, please. Keep up the great list making, or whatever you want to call it. Richard IP: Logged |
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MsDMeanor Senior Member Posts: 112 |
posted July 02, 2002 11:00 AM
Weird Band names The Yeasty Girls IP: Logged |
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MsDMeanor Senior Member Posts: 112 |
posted July 02, 2002 11:06 AM
ummm Steph is there really a band called Two pence none the richer? I thought it was Six...but, it IS the weirdo band names Richard...I can't help but post another five....CHEEZ, you don't have to use them for the official list...but I just can't stop myself...just too many dang weirdo's out there, moi aussi Norman Bates & the Showerheads IP: Logged |
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BryterLayter77 Senior Member Posts: 640 |
posted July 02, 2002 12:49 PM
Yes, MsD. is right; it is Six Pence None the Richer. They had those hit songs "Kiss Me" and "There She Goes" (I think that's the title). Come to think about it, that was three years ago. Time goes by quickly, doesn't it? My final remarks here are probably going to come under some criticism, but I'm fine with that. For people who have posted over five weird band names, I'm only going to include their first five selections for the final list. I personally don't think its fair for anyone whose personal list had 3-5 selections, considering the fact that we've gone with 3-5 selections for the past two lists. Now, I understand that its difficult to scroll back through fifty years (or more) of music history and come up with a personal list of 3-5 selections. I also understand that its easy to get carried away with some things, especially when people are enjoying themselves. Trust me, I don't like having to tell everyone, "Hey, I'm cutting you off at five," but I have to out of fairness. This doesn't mean that we're going to stick with 3-5 selections in future lists. When the next list comes up, I'll probably expand the number of selections a person can make for their personal list, so I'm going to ask people here for some suggestions. How many selections do you all think we should have for personal lists? Remember, the expansion has to walk to fine line of making things a little easier (but not too easy) for people, while also allowing a good number of people to participate. I have a feeling things will depend on the topic itself, but I leave the forum up to everyone here who has a suggestion. Richard IP: Logged |
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sunday's child Senior Member Posts: 710 |
posted July 02, 2002 05:24 PM
So what's an Incubus? The definition is REALLY weird : A demon with male appearance, who aims at having sexual intercourse with sleeping women. In medieval Europe, the union with this demon was said to be the reason of the birth of witches, other demons and disfigured children. Even Merlin the magician is said to be procreated by an Incubus. The common translation and meaning of Incubus is now "nightly demon". Spooky... IP: Logged |
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sweetsnail Senior Member Posts: 1265 |
posted July 03, 2002 01:04 AM
hehe. oops. I forgot about the 3-5 selections. mm. I feel stupid now. hehehe. oh well. I shall edit. la la la. Yes. And Alex, you are correct about the Incubus thing. I have always wondered whether the band was going for the holy night terror side of the definition or the rape and pillaging theme. -steph IP: Logged |
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ericka Senior Member Posts: 553 |
posted July 03, 2002 05:14 AM
i honestly can't think of a band name that strikes me as "weird." but then again, i always like to find out where band names come from. after finding out where a name originates, it doesn't seem very unusual to me... or maybe it's because i have spent much time trying to come up with band names. IP: Logged |
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MsDMeanor Senior Member Posts: 112 |
posted July 03, 2002 07:23 AM
heh heh, I'm glad I told Richard to ignore me  About Incubus..sleeping women huh?? could be helpful for a busy schedule hahaaa IP: Logged |
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BryterLayter77 Senior Member Posts: 640 |
posted July 03, 2002 11:20 AM
Steph: I don't want anybody feeling stupid over forgetting something. Everybody does it. For the message board, that's why they have an edit button. MsD: You know I couldn't ignore you. Alex: You did me proud with that answer, absolutely fabulous and I'm not talking about the show either. Sleeping women, huh? I know people have their own turn ons and stuff, but you know, I prefer my women awake thank you. I think its a sad state of affairs for someone to sneak up on sleeping women just to score with them. And if that incubus can't wake the woman up during intercourse, then the incubus isn't doing his job right! Richard [This message has been edited by BryterLayter77 (edited July 03, 2002).] IP: Logged |
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georgejr Senior Member Posts: 119 |
posted July 03, 2002 05:56 PM
Insane Clown Posse Buffalo Daughter Nightmares On Wax IP: Logged |
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FunkyFred Senior Member Posts: 421 |
posted July 03, 2002 08:30 PM
D.A.D (Disneyland After Dark). Crash Test Dummies Barenaked ladies Dog's eye view Hooverphonic Lamb IP: Logged |
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Cici Senior Member Posts: 139 |
posted July 03, 2002 11:17 PM
1. Limp Bizkit (Viagra anyone?) 2. G. Love and Special Sauce (ah yeah) 3. Wham (see where I'm going here?) 4. Enema... oh I mean Eminem... but Enema is more appropriate 5. O-Town... is this a modern remake of the classic musical O'klahoma?... if it isn't, then i have no idea what's going on... IP: Logged |
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KmelNV1 Member Posts: 25 |
posted July 04, 2002 01:01 AM
is that "buster hymen and the penetrators" a real group? unreal! what kind of music do they do; anything that has come close to being on the radio? sorry i don't have a list-- they pretty much have already been listed. hey richard, on another topic, about the nba playoffs--you may not feel they were robbed(i'm a diehard kings fan) but you have to agree that there were some bad calls. hoobestank is a great! IP: Logged |
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MsDMeanor Senior Member Posts: 112 |
posted July 04, 2002 01:00 PM
yep sadly....BusterH is a Rap Stawww doncha know!? hahaa, cracked me up too when I first heard it IP: Logged |
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BryterLayter77 Senior Member Posts: 640 |
posted July 06, 2002 04:05 PM
Okay, I think I scared everyone off.  IP: Logged |
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MsDMeanor Senior Member Posts: 112 |
posted July 07, 2002 06:57 PM
nahhh...just a tricky one. When I first read the topic I thought I would be lucky to come up with 3 to 5...but then, I surprised myself Come on everyone!! Richard is getting paranoid.....hee hee heeIP: Logged |
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sweetsnail Senior Member Posts: 1265 |
posted July 08, 2002 02:07 AM
Stephanie has not been online in a few days (a shock to many, I am sure he he he). mm. yes. I forgot when I was supposed to vote by on this topic. Ok, good. I still have a while before I have to choose. Don't feel neglected and shunned, Rich! -steph IP: Logged |
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BryterLayter77 Senior Member Posts: 640 |
posted July 08, 2002 12:23 PM
Okay, I know there are hundreds of people just anxiously awaiting to post their list of weird band names. They're just waiting to make a fashionable entrance. Okay, for those waiting to make a fashionable entrance, the deadline for posting choices will be at midnight (EST) Tuesday. That's when voting will start.Richard IP: Logged |
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BryterLayter77 Senior Member Posts: 640 |
posted July 09, 2002 12:44 AM
About 44 minutes ago, the deadline for personal lists past. Voting will begin now. Like the previous lists, you will get to choose fifteen bands from the final list of forty. If for some reason there are bands on the final list that don't have weird names, you can use your anti-vote. You have three anti-votes overall, but only one anti-vote for one choice. In short, you can pick 15 bands that you feel have weird names, and you can use three anti-votes for bands you feel have pretty normal names. E-mail me with your votes or questions, the deadline for voting is midnight (EST) on Tuesday July 16th. I do want to say right now that everybody did an outstanding job. If anything, this particular list was way more challenging than I originally imagined, and everyone showed why we are one of the greatest groups of people on the internet. Here is the final list: Cogumelo Plutão (Mushroom Pluto) Richard [This message has been edited by BryterLayter77 (edited July 09, 2002).] IP: Logged |
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Tammy Senior Member Posts: 32 |
posted July 10, 2002 12:32 AM
Sorry I missed the list this time, Richard. Guess I've been kind of busy, but I hope to participate in the next one. Look forward to it.... Tammy IP: Logged |
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duncanfan Senior Member Posts: 735 |
posted July 10, 2002 08:27 AM
I will vote Richard, but I wanted to let you know that my email has been down. As soon as it's working again, I'll email my votes to you. There are some really weird band names listed!! Tina [This message has been edited by duncanfan (edited July 10, 2002).] IP: Logged |
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BryterLayter77 Senior Member Posts: 640 |
posted July 10, 2002 09:53 AM
Tammy: I understand completely. At some point in time in our lives, we've all been busy. Tina can tell you how busy I was just a few months ago with school work, and I couldn't post as much or quickly respond to my e-mail. So, its all good. Tina: Thank you for letting me know about your e-mail, I hope you get it back up soon. Computers, sometimes we can't live with them, but we can't live without them either. Richard IP: Logged |
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BryterLayter77 Senior Member Posts: 640 |
posted July 15, 2002 09:38 AM
Okay gang, voting ends at midnight (EST). If you want your voice to be heard, there's still time. The results for this MB List will be posted sometime on Tuesday. Richard IP: Logged |
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BryterLayter77 Senior Member Posts: 640 |
posted July 16, 2002 12:12 AM
Voting ended about nine minutes ago, so its time for me to tally all the votes. The results will be posted later today. Richard IP: Logged |
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BryterLayter77 Senior Member Posts: 640 |
posted July 16, 2002 10:22 PM
I'm sorry that I took so long in posting the results, but I had a busy day at work. When I got home, all I could do is nap. Here are the results: Overall, six people voted, and they selected eighty-two bands. They also used the anti-votes nine times. Unlike the last MB List, where the anti-vote didn't play a major role, the anti-vote prevented The The from making the final list. The The had receieved three votes, but when the anti-votes had been tabulated, the group's oveall total decreased to two. For the final lists, acts who received three to five votes made it onto the final list. There are thirteen bands on this list. Toad and the Wet Sprocket-- 5 votes Thank you to everyone who participated, whether its in submitting lists or voting. As things stand right now, I'm going to give the MB List a break for awhile. There have been three lists, and for the most part, they have been well received. However, one thing I don't want to do is to wear out the welcome of future lists. With that in mind, I think a vacation is in store for the time being, but don't worry, there will be more lists to come. Future lists will include: Best Soundtracks Richard IP: Logged |
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duncanfan Senior Member Posts: 735 |
posted July 16, 2002 11:10 PM
Richard, We all appreciate everything that you do for this message board -- Thanks so much. I totally understand that you need to take a break from the list, so whenever you feel the time is right again just let us know. Great choices, by the way. Thanks again!!!! Tina IP: Logged |
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BryterLayter77 Senior Member Posts: 640 |
posted July 17, 2002 08:28 AM
I'm glad I can contribute something to the boards, Tina. With some new music coming our way shortly, we'll be in for a lot of great discussion. Richard IP: Logged |
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MsDMeanor Senior Member Posts: 112 |
posted July 18, 2002 04:39 AM
Nice one Richard Your lists are fun and I am looking forward to brainstahhming when they come back around. Thanks for the effort! IP: Logged |
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sweetsnail Senior Member Posts: 1265 |
posted July 21, 2002 01:28 AM
well. I still think that Hoobastank should have won, dang it...I guess I will have to live with it being among the top. And I think we need to have a best road song list somewhere along the line. I have a few songs in mind already. -steph IP: Logged |
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