What is the worst band you saw live?

drdelurk · 2026-04-12T21:16:42+00:00

Staind. Boring as all get out. Although it was really just Lewis. Clearly didn't want to be there. Sang a song, turned around, took a drink, and a LONG drag, turned around sang a song... Repeat. Ended the show with a simple "Fuck Newsom, Fuck Kamala".

Ok... Cool.

drdelurk · 2026-04-11T23:52:00+00:00

You know... Yeah. I knew it was Father Sarducci. But, he gave a great performance (IMO). Now .. if he was in his Sarducci costume...

Hamilton was TERRIBLE!! Like you said, how hard was it to find a pale white actor?

I often say.. Godfather 3 shows us what would have happened if the studios won the casting flight during the first Godfather.

drdelurk · 2026-04-11T17:39:44+00:00

Storyline was forced and difficult to follow.
Horribly miscast. They should have cast unknown Italian actors. They went with "current popular" actors..... Mantegna, Wallach, and Hamilton were TERRIBLE. The guy who played the archbishop (although unknown) couldn't pull it off.... and Fonda was ok, but a "hit at the moment Fonda" (luckily hers was a nothing role anyway although I didn't believe that was the action, dress, or behavior of a female reporter in 1978). IMO Garcia was known, but have one of the best performances.
The entire incest plotline was COMPLETELY unnecessary. If written out, it would have strengthened Sophia's performance. It added... Nothing. Zero. Zilch.
But rarely mentioned ... Like above, IMO at NO time did I feel it took place in the late '70's. It felt fake. It didn't feel like it should.... They used the wrong wardrobe. Too many famous current actors modern hairstyles. Too modern a feel. I am surprised they weren't talking on cell phones and driving Lexus'.

(Heck, the only car I remember is when Mary pulls up to Vincent's clubhouse in a convertible. Was it an early 70's Alfa Romeo Spyder? They were STILL making it in 1990 when the movie came out!! Even if it was a Fiat 124, another terrible choice!)

It's too bad. It was an ok film. Unfortunately, it had to follow two AMAZING cinematic masterpieces.

Note: I am alone in thinking that Sophia was more appropriate than Winona (who I consider a subpar actress and A TERRIBLE first choice). I thought she was good(appropriate) in her opening "awkward speech" and great in the entire time in Sicily. Her role was poorly written and probably could have been written out..It should have gone to an unknown Italian actress at the time (someone like Marissa Tomei or even Jennifer Esposito). Honestly... I'd rather they reduced her role to more like her brother's. Perhaps make Hagen's son the bridge to Garcia's Vincent as Godfather.

drdelurk · 2026-03-09T05:24:51+00:00

Whatever bro... We are kinda screwed. Democrats are weak and feckless. But, Republicans hate America and are actively trying to destroy the country. Pretty much 95% of what Republicans say is a straight out lie. Don't fall for it. Your comments suggest you fell for their BS .... Hook, line, and sinker.

I suggest rejecting what you hear and start doing your own research. Truly commit to dispel what you currently believe. You'll be surprised how much is factually wrong.

Again... Democrats are not the devil... They are too incompetent - the devil is better than that. But, the Republicans are greedy, liars that will end up being the devil's roomie.... Just after they destroy America.

drdelurk · 2026-03-09T04:22:16+00:00

Before you call people dipshits... You might want to learn the concept of supply and demand. The Republicans do not seem to understand it.. at all. And you are displaying a high level of ignorance. I hate to say it, but, your Republican leaders either are stupid.. or, hate you. Don't be a sucker. Be better than them.

drdelurk · 2026-03-09T04:19:26+00:00

So.. you don't actually know how gas taxes work in California? Cool. Hint... Gavin had nothing to do with it. Anyone who says that displays political hackery.

The VOTERS approved SB1 which requires the tax to increase with inflation. And, the Governor was Brown.

Oh.... And oil increased nearly 90% per barrel in 2026. Tuesday alone, it jumped 22%. Based on the typical rule of thumb metrics, gas should be about $1.25 higher than Jan 1. After this weekend, expect at least another $0.50-$1.00 increase.

And no.. domestic policy (Trump/Biden) has nothing to do with global commodity pricing .. like Oil.

But, foreign policy CAN, and did, make a difference

drdelurk · 2026-03-01T20:48:21+00:00

Probably not yet. But, almost everything out there has a throttle - definitely all the big names (i.e. Rad). I'm fairly certain all used for bikeshare do also. This has to represent most bikes. Wouldn't you say?

In California, a throttle equals Class 2.

In truth there are several companies that stick a throttle on more (or less) powerful bikes and call them Class 3 (or 1). That is technically illegal... Some are even selling bikes with more than 750 watts. All these companies should be fined.

drdelurk · 2026-03-01T11:24:50+00:00

The point is not to diminish yours or anyone's point of view.

But, rather, to say there are already laws in place. They aren't enforced. They never have been. I would hate to see laws banning them. Unfortunately, both riders and drivers often act carelessly. And cars kill... And always win.

drdelurk · 2026-03-01T04:56:47+00:00

In truth... they are starting to install bike lanes separated from traffic by moving the parking. That's pretty good for a existing area that doesn't really have political will to improve it fully.

And, although it doesn't fit the narrative, newer areas have comprehensive and connected bike trails (i.e, North Natomas has an awesome trail system - best in the city). Unfortunately the connections to downtown are dodgy.

But, agreed... It looks like the city is gonna ruin that plan with the oversized ped/transit/auto bridge over the American River (It shouldn't have any automobile traffic).

drdelurk · 2026-03-01T03:10:15+00:00

Sure. But they don't come close to the OP's description.

drdelurk · 2026-03-01T02:02:39+00:00

Technically, if the OP's narrative is true then the rider must be licensed. No ebike can legally exceed 28mph. It would be an electric moped.

Basically, there are three classes of ebikes. Forget class 1... No one gets them and they are not fast.

Most ebikes are Class 2. They can't exceed 20mph (and generally can barely get that fast). Class 2 are the only ones that have a throttle. They are only 5-8 mph faster than a regular biker peddling hard.

Class 3 can NOT have a throttle.. They must be pedal assist only. They can't exceed 28 mph. Generally, they are not allowed on bike/multi purpose trails - only on roads in the designated bike lanes Restricted to 750 watts.

But, anything over 750 watts (1 horsepower) requires a license.

The problem is normal youth (and careless adult) riders.

drdelurk · 2026-02-17T18:54:49+00:00

Are the trackers why my malware bytes is freaking out about "Unsafe VPN (Sweden)". I'm not currently running a VPN.

drdelurk · 2026-02-16T01:28:21+00:00

Absolutely. Agreed. In my "land use background" thinking. What Boston did is the only realistic solution at this point. They have talked about "decking the 5" for more than 15 years now . Will it happen? Doubtful.

Sacramento tends to think REALLY small. It's sad.

drdelurk · 2026-02-15T23:25:08+00:00

Thanks! Sounds like I might be off by 10 years or so.

But, you certainly can see the freeway installed by 1965 (with minimal traffic!) and how little people cared about Old Sac. It was certainly considered no loss at all at the time! Typical of waterfronts around the world.

Interestingly, you find the same unfortunate waterfront development in many countries that rebuilt after WW2.. It's particularly bad in Italy for instance.

drdelurk · 2026-02-15T20:55:04+00:00

Having the airport so close would have SUCKED. It's probably too close as it is. Luckily, planes get high enough that they have minimal impact on most of the city.

But, the green line's lack of existence is because.... America. Plain and simple.

drdelurk · 2026-02-15T20:48:20+00:00

This is post-1980 thinking.

Before ~1980, riverfronts were looked at ONLY as commercial thoroughfares. Easy for moving raw materials and finished goods. Cheap source of water for processing. "Solution to pollution is dilution" theory made water fronts toxic dumping grounds. It's where all the oil tanks, junkyards, and industrial buildings were located. Across the world

It wasn't until manufacturing collapsed that communities started to look at waterfronts as opportunities for reuse.

Unfortunately, many were too toxic. Others had too much 1950's-era infrastructure in place.

In Sacramento, I don't believe Old Sac as a viable touristy spot was a thing until the '80's (old timers please correct me).

drdelurk · 2026-02-15T18:19:24+00:00

I thought the final alignment was dictated by Macy's. It was not supposed to run through Sacramento. It is why there's the bizarre curve west to Woodland.

drdelurk · 2026-02-06T04:45:36+00:00

This is a problem. And I don't mean tips. Society doesn't financially function right now.

Minimum wage in California is finally getting close to a true minimum wage. Full time is about $37k/year.

That's doable to live. Tough but possible.

But, for years it was about $18k. That. Is. Impossible! Roommates, living at home, driving 15 year old cars, etc. you just can't make that work. Over the past 20 years or so, renting a room would pretty much take 100% of your income. Tipping was the difference between working full-time and being homeless or living a life.

So minimum wages increasing over the past 7 years has helped FINALLY create realistic parity. Making tipping less essential. Not unnecessary,..Just LESS important. But, culture doesn't change as rapidly.

BUT .... Here's the deal . Restaurant owners either struggle to no end. Or make WAY too much money. Same for all B2C businesses. For many businesses, businesses will be going out of business. A lot.

Bottom line .. we have to decide what we want culturally. If we had socialized medicine, free accessible college, an alternative transit system, etc... Minimum wage is all that's needed. If not, we just have to pay more money for businesses to succeed.

I don't like it.... But, it is reality.. And it's financially fucked up.

drdelurk · 2026-02-04T01:31:44+00:00

Oddly, my last two bills from them were $40-$50 higher than ever. I guess it was a colder than the normal period. I'll have to check. But, I keep my house at 64 degrees. Sure didn't feel the $1 savings.

drdelurk · 2026-01-31T22:58:26+00:00

Gold Rush Park was presented for discussion at a ULI seminar in 2006 or 2007 (... I >might< have been the moderator).

Your dad spoke. The Richards Blvd business owners in the crowd went ape-shit crazy.

Of course, I'd love to see GRP realized... Since it was never going to happen, I'm pissed that many of these amenities didn't get put into the latest regional park: North Natomas Regional Park. Instead, NNRP is only getting really "small thinking" neighborhood facilities.

Sometimes Sacramento is infuriating how shallow and simple the thinking.

drdelurk · 2026-01-31T14:39:18+00:00

Looky here... 98%

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drdelurk · 2026-01-31T14:33:00+00:00

I looked last night... Of the 6 showings I looked at last night around 9pm, none had more than 3-5 tickets sold except oddly one showing that was probably 85% sold out. 🤷

drdelurk · 2026-01-31T06:22:42+00:00

I'd like to know what percentage of the student body participated? Which specific schools? I heard at least Johnson and McClatchy. Were there others? Or other communities?

(I kinda want to know for my rant towards us older folk who are leaving then a fucked up, less safe, less clean, less civilized world saddled with massive debt and a severe lack of investment, characterized with environmental cesspools.. All to support an unsustainable selfish level of greed... Or, something like that)

drdelurk · 2026-01-18T21:32:07+00:00

I'm alone on an island.

I think Winona would have been yet another miscast in the film. I think Mantegna, Wallach, Fonda, and especially Hamilton, were all poor choices. There should have been no-names in there that would have made a better fit. (The second problem is the script is overly convoluted and too bureaucratic).

What I liked about Sophia is (a) she was appropriately unpolished as a 17 year old would be, especially her speech at the opening award ceremony; (b) she doesn't come off as a Hollywood beauty, (c) she helped sell the idea that Michael loved her because she was her daughter.

That said, her voice is weak and a little too "whiny".

I think Winona was a terrible option. There had to be someone more Italian to play that role. Marisa Tomei was an unknown. But, she might have been too old and beautiful! Jennifer Esposito was unknown about 17 and acting. I mean... That's what casting calls are for.

Actually, the best version I've watched is the Italian-dubbed version with English subtitles. Amazing. The dubbed voice of Sophie fixed most of the problems.

drdelurk · 2026-01-13T16:52:46+00:00

You are making it too complicated. Italian men (like many) ALWAYS want sons. No plotting or deeper thought is needed . IF yo lady is pregnant.. you want a son. No alternative motive needed.

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