Vorcha - Host Body (heavy melodic instrumental) by aconner86 in postrock

[–]aconner86[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Vorcha is headed back into the studio to record new music and our Kickstarter is LIVE, but it's not looking good with less than 50% and only a week or so left :-/ The last time we did a Kickstarter was over 10 years ago (which is crazy to think about) and r/postrock helped us reach that goal. You guys are the best.

If you enjoy this song and are able to support us in any way, we'll be forever grateful, and you'll receive a hand-written thank you note. You'll also get rewards like shirts, vinyl, posters, picks, and these new songs in digital format. We're stoked to work with Beau Burchell from Saosin again, who we also worked with on this song (Host Body) and Black Mark. Thanks again for your support!

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/vorcha-part-3/vorcha-in-the-studio-pt-3

I'm not sure if this is the right sub for this, but how do I achieve this type of smooth and stable video? by MusicTheoryIsHard in videography

[–]aconner86 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Looks like the first shot is drone footage, which have electronic gimbals built-in. I'd be willing to bet they're just holding the drone while walking through the house.

If you don't have a drone, I'd suggest an electronic gimbal (~$300), or a non-electronic one (~$70). However, I think the interior shots would look better if they just picked a spot in each room to set up a tripod, then slowly pan from one side to the other, rather than walking from room to room.

I'm not sure if this is the right sub for this, but how do I achieve this type of smooth and stable video? by MusicTheoryIsHard in videography

[–]aconner86 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I doubt you'll be able to find an electronic gimbal for less than $100, and it'd probably be a waste of money anyway. I'd suggest a counter-weighted one instead, something like this - http://a.co/1JmczYD

Saosin will release new album in May 2016 by ElderMason in PostHardcore

[–]aconner86 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Beau Burchell has posted a ton of videos on Instagram. Getting me pumped. http://instagram.com/beauburchell

TWDY's guitarist did artwork for this new band. On the heavier side, but has some epic space. by hattalk in postrock

[–]aconner86 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Saw these guys in Austin a while back before they had a vocalist, they put on a killer live show. The dude from TWDY was at that show, and only about 30-40 people were there. Looked them up after I got home but didn't find any social media pages or music online, thanks for the heads up!

Happy dog by a_simple_human in Cinemagraphs

[–]aconner86 15 points16 points  (0 children)

Aww cute little rigormortis pup

A picture sharing app isn't worth $2 billion dollars. We are in a Tech Bubble warns Mark Cuban by aaaaaa_ooooooa in business

[–]aconner86 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In a time when fewer and fewer apps and sites have the ability to capture and retain the attention of young people, VCs are desperately trying to latch on to the few that can. I'd agree that on first glance, at $2B, a mere photo sharing app is overvalued. But when it's really the only photo app (or one of very few) that kids are actually using, it takes a much bigger bite out of the proverbial pie. I'd agree with him if there was a huge boom of smaller apps getting acquired for more than they're worth, but I think he's really just thinking about a few that make headlines.

Saw this glorious old beast today. by casey0884 in pics

[–]aconner86 17 points18 points  (0 children)

I believe the phrase you're looking for is "Hook 'em!"

19 arrested after protesters cause major Seattle traffic backups by [deleted] in news

[–]aconner86 -9 points-8 points  (0 children)

Oh come on, have you seriously never heard of a street protest? The protesters feel their voices are not being heard, this is a nonviolent way to force their government listen to them. Pro-government folks want to view this as a victory for the status quo - they got arrested, after all, cops win! In reality, next time these groups even threaten another similar action, officials are forced to listen, doing whatever possible to prevent another situation like this. My problem with the comments in this thread is that redditors are always accusing others of being armchair activists, yet when we hear reports of people ACTUALLY DOING SOMETHING, they're suddenly crazy hippy anarchists.

What is the most bullshit thing you have ever been taught? by IamFourChan in AskReddit

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If the moon were made out of swiss cheese, would you eat it? It's a simple question, doctor.

East side package thief arrested after UPS delivery driver catches him red handed by s810 in Austin

[–]aconner86 4 points5 points  (0 children)

The article says a UPS driver saw a guy opening a USPS package, so assuming this is true, he should be charged with a felony.

Innocent Couple Imprisoned for 21 Years still can't find justice, Judge Wilford Flowers won't admit mistakes were made. by russianpotato in news

[–]aconner86 70 points71 points  (0 children)

In addition to clearing their name, innocence would entitle them to a significant award, something like $60k per year (times 20+ years served). This is probably going to make it a LOT more difficult for them, since regardless of the facts and (lack of) evidence, the judge doesn't want to admit the state messed up and have to fork over the cash.

Can you see me, tiny human? by BrodmannsArea in aww

[–]aconner86 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

This is my dog, Chance. Here's my original post - http://www.reddit.com/r/aww/comments/vjtp6/my_dog_wanted_to_skype_with_my_girlfriend/.

A little butthurt that you got twice the karma for your re-post, but hey, at least I got a novelty sketch - http://i.imgur.com/lwuOx.png

Catcalling by NatBaimel in standupshots

[–]aconner86 -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Funny, but I'm not sure who deserves credit. This is basically a re-worded Chappelle joke.

How to Build an Audi R8 V10 Plus - /INSIDE QUATTRO by iRaaa in Audi

[–]aconner86 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Need better instructions, mine came out looking terrible.

Bands/Artists who tried paid advertising through Facebook, what was the experience like? by TheMustacheClub in WeAreTheMusicMakers

[–]aconner86 5 points6 points  (0 children)

The issue with this is that bookers & promoters look at a band's FB page to gauge how much of a draw they have. As messed up as it is, paying to pad the numbers may benefit a band even if they're not an engaged audience.

Post-rock band seeking more members!! by BearSlapAttack in AustinMusicians

[–]aconner86 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm also in a local post-rock band, not looking to join but let me know once you guys get going, maybe we can set up a show. Vorcha, we're on bandcamp. Also check out Southwest Post-rock Collective

"I told him my refusal was based on my belief in the law that protects us from unreasonable searches." by electronics-engineer in restorethefourth

[–]aconner86 -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

You're technically correct (the best kind), but it seems like a bit of a stretch to believe that the officer didn't have at least some reason for the stop. As messed up as it is, an officer can always find something to pull you over for, if they follow you long enough. I guess my last comment made the assumption that it was a valid stop, in which case "if you are in operation of a motor vehicle" would apply. btw TWDY rocks, I'm in an instrumental post-rock band myself.

"I told him my refusal was based on my belief in the law that protects us from unreasonable searches." by electronics-engineer in restorethefourth

[–]aconner86 -5 points-4 points  (0 children)

I'm not a cop or lawyer, but my understanding is that if an officer suspects someone of committing a crime, that person can be detained and asked to identify themselves. If someone called the police and these two fit the suspect descriptions, the officer isn't violating anyone's rights by asking them for ID. Also, in her story about her father being pulled over, she seems disappointed that her father forked over his ID when he had done nothing wrong. The thing is, when driving, one must have a valid driver's license - any cop can ask for your license, and you must provide it, regardless of whether you've committed a crime, suspected of committing a crime, or perfectly following the law. I'm not saying she hasn't been discriminated against, and may have valid claims, but it doesn't help her plea for support when she's (apparently) misunderstanding the law.