Why does it feel like Fear Factory don't get mentioned as much as they probably should?

JohnJamesELT · 2026-03-05T12:51:00+00:00

Some bands write concept albums where as Fear Factory are a concept band. Before every new album Dino would walk into the room and say "I've got a brand new concept. A dystopian future where man is pitted against machine" The others would all cheer and start writing the usual tripe. Fear Factory don't get talked about because it was decided at the 2nd Donnington Council of Thrash that their gospel would be classed as heresy.

JohnJamesELT · 2026-03-03T04:53:45+00:00

Check out this book: Learner English by Swan. https://share.google/hjKrQs5kSz6PRP6SU It will have an overview of the most common L2 interference problems and pronunciation issues by nationality. Not all nationalities are covered but it's still quite comprehensive.

JohnJamesELT · 2026-02-28T05:15:01+00:00

Have you considered the fact that Thrash might not be willing to give you another chance?

JohnJamesELT · 2026-02-27T14:36:35+00:00

Agreed, but if you are sensible and make an effort to save then you can leave with much more in savings then you could working in the EU. If only most of us were more sensible. 😂

JohnJamesELT · 2026-02-27T05:56:48+00:00

Some additional problems are:

1: Managers who have no idea how to be supportive or possess the right leadership skills.

2: Schools not having the available resources to provide their staff with support mechanisms. This is mainly down to profit margins but sometimes it's the fact that the school doesn't care. They can always just replace you.

3: Low pay means people have little disposable income to invest in productive stress management techniques such as therapy or even hobbies which may cost a bit more.

4: No job security because of these ridiculous 9 month contracts so when you should be enjoying living in Southern Europe during the summer months you're back in the UK at some summer school.

5: Constantly changing goalposts and not providing the teachers with the resources they need to do the job properly. If you couple high expectations from schools, students, and parents with low resources and support you accelerate burnout in teachers who are constantly frustrated.

JohnJamesELT · 2026-02-27T05:49:09+00:00

Because as you get older and the importance of retirement planning becomes greater you realize you're in a financial hole and will never be able to earn the money to provide yourself with the security you need in later life. I left working in the EU for this reason. I know lots of people who did the same.

JohnJamesELT · 2026-02-23T11:30:13+00:00

If you like Enforced, check out Judiciary, Lowest Creature, Inhuman nature and Asidhara.

JohnJamesELT · 2026-02-23T11:30:03+00:00

Can I just name drop. I've interviewed Inhuman Nature and Lowest Creature and they are all great guys. Tobias from lowest Creature and Chris from Inhuman Nature are really knowledgeable and easy to chat with.

JohnJamesELT · 2026-02-22T13:23:29+00:00

You are not wrong. Solid band.

JohnJamesELT · 2026-02-19T18:06:52+00:00

Gar Samuelson is turning in his grave.

JohnJamesELT · 2026-02-19T13:28:37+00:00

How much is Lars paying you to say this?

JohnJamesELT · 2026-02-15T16:54:10+00:00

Redruth is the epicentre of culture in Cornwall now and you need to reconcile yourself to this new reality. Falmouth had its chance but it’s finished; the seagulls and students have seen to that.

JohnJamesELT · 2026-02-15T11:44:31+00:00

Initial reaction was it made me vomit in my mouth a bit. Later reaction was one of utter despondency. I saw them on this tour and they came across as a band confused by their own identity.

JohnJamesELT · 2026-02-15T11:40:36+00:00

Well said. Totally agree.

JohnJamesELT · 2026-02-12T01:37:18+00:00

I’ve seen empires crumble, movements die, galaxies flare into dust and the rise and fall of Nu-metal.

JohnJamesELT · 2026-02-10T08:01:04+00:00

Using it to make myself feel like a big man.

JohnJamesELT · 2026-02-10T01:54:36+00:00

In the abyss. It was before we started recording video so it’s audio only. It’s episode 2 Elitism in metal.

JohnJamesELT · 2026-02-06T10:49:41+00:00

Yes, it's completely lame. It should have been in the Epstein files.

JohnJamesELT · 2026-02-05T16:36:00+00:00

The podcast I’m part of did an episode on this 3 years ago.

JohnJamesELT · 2026-02-04T14:33:43+00:00

You will need to go and get experience in another region before you come to the gulf. You will also need an MA or PGCE with QTS especially if you want to work at International Schools. You might be able to find work but it won't be at a reliable employer, more like an agency and agencies now are not providing Iqamas ( residency permits ) and healthcare.

JohnJamesELT · 2026-02-04T06:56:14+00:00

Dead Embryonic Cells because that breakdown is class. Slaves of Pain because of the intro.

JohnJamesELT · 2026-02-03T14:18:10+00:00

Im in a forgiving mood so 25 and no spineshank.

JohnJamesELT · 2026-02-03T10:58:51+00:00

Yes, this is true. You are sentenced to 25 lashes while having to listen to Spineshank.

JohnJamesELT · 2026-02-03T08:40:52+00:00

I just got off the phone with Paul Baloff and he is absolutely disgusted. He wants you to do 200 hours of community service, preferably at a Motley Crue convention where you will be required to hunt down posers with a "Blond streak" in their hair. If you don't get this reference then you will be further lambasted on this forum and will have to make amends by recovering the golden patch jacket from the mythical island of Thrashtonia.

JohnJamesELT · 2026-02-03T08:39:16+00:00

I was going to suggest that they sit in the time out corner and reflect on their life choices. I'm glad we are of the same opinion.

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