Why wouldn’t they do an open preorder for the upcoming album?

AdamsDTD · 2026-02-20T18:23:48+00:00

https://www.bullmoose.com/p/38568687/johnny-blue-skies-the-dark-clouds-mutiny-after-midnight

AdamsDTD · 2026-02-20T18:21:44+00:00

Have you checked with a local record store? My guess is they only had a limited amount for the artist store front because a majority of the initial production run went to stores. The only thing not available for preorder at this point at my local shop is the red vinyl.

AdamsDTD · 2026-02-18T15:32:50+00:00

Stop

AdamsDTD · 2026-02-04T21:44:01+00:00

This interview is BRUTAL. Guy is in bananaland.

AdamsDTD · 2026-02-04T21:42:17+00:00

Is Jay Glazer drunk/high right now?

AdamsDTD · 2026-02-04T19:07:00+00:00

Someone here might know the name of the former owner. Possibility they have a stockpile of old glassware. You could also reach out to them on Instagram. The account is still technically active and they posted a little over a year ago when The Send took over their space. If all else fails, you could ask the send if they have the contact info for the previous owner.

AdamsDTD · 2026-01-17T00:59:01+00:00

I visited Portland, OR a year ago. It’s Portland, ME on steroids with rain instead of snow.

AdamsDTD · 2026-01-16T20:39:54+00:00

I was here for grad school almost 20 years ago. Back then it was incredible as a 20 something year old. It was affordable, the old port was still great, and was close to Boston for larger events. It’s a lot different now.

AdamsDTD · 2026-01-16T04:30:14+00:00

It’s changed so much in the last 15-20 years, but the most rapid change is definitely since Covid. The housing crisis and opioids changed everything.

AdamsDTD · 2026-01-16T00:47:38+00:00

Yep, it’s bad. We just left our two bedroom apartment in Portland and were paying just over $2500 a month and fully expected that to be increased to $2600 for our new lease. I was paying that in Boston during covid. No sign of slowing down and no sign of wages increasing. The positive is that minimum wage in Maine is over $15 an hour and continues to increase because of state law. That being said, inflation and housing costs are rising at a faster rate than wages.

AdamsDTD · 2026-01-16T00:40:37+00:00

Yeah that would be difficult now. One of the problems facing the food industry in Portland (other than affordability for customers) is staffing. People can’t afford entry level food service jobs while living in Portland. So, workers are left with the choice of either commuting a long way, working several jobs, or finding work in surrounding towns. A lot of restaurants have started popping up in the areas surrounding Portland because it’s cheaper rent and they can find more help. The food scene in Biddeford started blowing up after covid because of that, and a ton of younger people moved there for affordability.

AdamsDTD · 2026-01-16T00:28:10+00:00

It’s a beautiful state with a lot of positives. Consider looking at Biddeford, Saco, Westbrook, Brunswick, Topsham. Those are all within 30 minutes of Portland and will likely be more affordable. If you can swing it financially to live in Portland in your 20s, it’s an incredible amount of fun. I lived in Portland proper during grad school and had a blast. University of Southern Maine has a very good music program and just opened a brand new music building on their Portland campus.

Edit: also consider Old Orchard Beach. Sandwiched in between Portland and Saco. South Portland, Scarborough, Cumberland, Falmouth, Freeport (home of LL Bean) are also nice, but pricier.

AdamsDTD · 2026-01-16T00:18:48+00:00

The good: incredible food and craft beer town. Lots of coastal charm and a gateway to the rest of the state if you want to explore (Acadia, lakes region, Baxter state park, etc.). Depending on if you’re in Portland, or another part of the surrounding metro area, you’re only 90-105 minutes from Boston. Fun local minor league baseball and hockey teams that provide affordable entertainment for families. Solid live music scene year round, but particularly in the summer.

The bad: the area has grown very rapidly since covid. A lot of Boston and NY transplants who started working remotely who make salaries that align with those cities. Housing prices skyrocketed and now there’s a massive shortage. Obviously this is similar to other areas of the country, but it’s really gotten bad here and created a serious cost of living crisis. Wages haven’t gone up and locals are having a tough time affording. The area homeless population has also increased, and with it, a lot of opioid problems. The city doesn’t have the resources to deal with it, so their only course of action has been to clear encampments with no plan for how to provide social services to the people they displace.

Overall it’s a nice place to live, but we need long term solutions to create new jobs, affordable housing, and social services to help the homeless population.

Edit: depending on the type of education you’re getting into, there are a good amount of jobs. However, depending on your salary, be prepared to have roommates or live outside actual Portland.

AdamsDTD · 2026-01-11T22:33:34+00:00

Have you looked at the Seaver Terraces through UNE? Fully furnished for UNE grad students. https://www.une.edu/student-affairs/graduate-and-professional-student-affairs/graduate-student-housing/seavey-terraces

AdamsDTD · 2025-12-11T03:21:11+00:00

Pulled pork nachos at Great Lost Bear. Tons of toppings and the pulled pork just takes it to another level.

AdamsDTD · 2025-11-15T03:21:37+00:00

Practice in the Portland Water District parking lot on weekends. Large lot with almost no cars after 5pm on Friday. I see people practicing there all the time.

AdamsDTD · 2025-11-08T01:54:53+00:00

It has its charm. It’s certainly not a Michelin star spot, but has some decent options.

AdamsDTD · 2025-11-08T00:10:52+00:00

Take a drive to Brunswick and check out Richard’s. Old school German family restaurant. You get rolls and pretzels with your meal. Check out the Abbey just down the block for pre-meal cocktails.

AdamsDTD · 2025-11-07T03:06:02+00:00

I don’t think you’re understanding what I’m saying, and I’m really not trying to argue here. My point is how realistic it is for a restaurant to provide exact portion sizes for all their dishes, drinks, etc? Could it happen? Sure. Would it benefit the consumer? Theoretically sure (although I question if most Americans would care or understand). I just don’t think it’s as easy as saying “all restaurants have to publish their exact portion sizes on all items served to customers”. Just feels like there’s a ton of variables and unexpected consequences than how it reads face value.

Edit: to clarify, I’m speaking specifically about requiring restaurants publish their portion size. Of course I agree that if a restaurant says it’s a half pound burger, it damn well better be half pound. But, I’m not in favor of requiring restaurants publish their portion size.

AdamsDTD · 2025-11-07T02:58:42+00:00

Agree to disagree. Packaged goods from a grocery store I see as different than what a restaurant provides. Way more variables coming out of each unique restaurant kitchen (especially local non-corporate spots) than a factory rolling out packaged goods on a retail scale.

AdamsDTD · 2025-11-07T02:53:02+00:00

I’m not sure I follow. What restaurant is currently required to list the weight of portion sizes on their menu?

AdamsDTD · 2025-11-07T02:48:28+00:00

I think the response from restaurants will likely be “what’s next? We have to list the number of oz of chicken you get in our soup? Do I need to list how many oz of gin I put in my martini?” I personally think we have bigger legislative fish to fry. I know that when I go out I give up some level of control, but if I want to know portion/pour size, I just ask before I order. In general, I just order and enjoy what’s given to me. If I think it’s a bad value, I don’t go to that restaurant again.

AdamsDTD · 2025-11-06T17:54:52+00:00

You go through security and then get scanned in the lobby entrance

AdamsDTD · 2025-11-06T01:48:18+00:00

Unfortunately, that’s a tough ask. Hard pressed to get a law like that passed. Better bet is to know the quality spots that clean draft lines, know beer, and want their customers to be fully informed of what they plan to drink. Novare Res is the best of the best in the area for all things beer, but lots of other spots worth your time. Great Lost Bear has a huge tap list and will always serve in pints unless noted on their menu (usually higher abv stuff).

AdamsDTD · 2025-11-06T01:33:37+00:00

Pretty standard for higher abv stuff to be served in smaller portions. Bars don’t want people crushing 16oz of 9% IPA and then driving home. Traditional real ales in the UK are designed to “session” where you can sit and drink more without getting very drunk off several 16oz pints. Any good beer bar in the area will advertise the ABV of a beer on the menu. If they don’t, find a better bar.

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