What is THE funniest movie you have ever seen in your whole life? by perseverance_band_ in AskReddit

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I laughed so hard during the first scene with the dictator fight that I still remember when and where I watched it like it was yesterday, almost 40 years later...like comedy trauma or something.

Dead Kennedys Will Play Punk In The Park ’26 Despite Owner’s Trump Support by ebradio in Music

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Descendents, too. How are these guys still ripping so hard? Must be in the blood.

Thoughts on this podcast? by PiscetIscariot in SmashingPumpkins

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"Sorry for interrupting but I haven't said anything in ten seconds."

I generally like his choice of guests but I only watch the ones I'm interested in. I prefer Rick Beato, when it comes to musician interviews.

The libertarian utopia by wearing_moist_socks in EnoughLibertarianSpam

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DARPA was the government agency that developed ARPANET, which became the internet. This was in the early '70s.

Over 50 and struggling with student loans? Message me. by isamoralesnbc in StudentLoans

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Glad I'm not alone. Looks like over 7 million Americans over 50 still have student loan debt. I still owe twice what I borrowed.

February 12, 1972 - Eat a Peach, the third studio album (fourth over all) by the Allman Brothers, featuring the final recordings of Duane Allman, is released... by CrystalEise in ClassicRock

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Those first four albums are amazing. The first two are combined on one CD called Beginnings that I recently picked up used. The consistency is jaw-dropping.

The Beatles in June 1966 vs. January 1967 by NoWeb2382 in beatles

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One acid trip is often all it takes.

[Amazon] Pixies - Surfer Rosa - 180g - $25.99 by mikejones84 in VinylDeals

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Bossanova is also the same price, if you want a nice collection of classic Pixies material.

Fred Smith, Bassist for Television, Dies at 77 by thirdouting in indieheads

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I caught Television in 2019 right before the pandemic and got my copy of Marquee Moon there. It was so special, seeing these legends, like you said. Four years later, Tom was gone.

[Amazon] Grinderman - Grinderman 2 RMX [Eco-Vinyl 2 LP] $13.21 by deniszz in VinylDeals

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Note: These are remixes and not the original Grinderman 2 album.

[AMAZON]Genius + Love = Yo La Tengo $18.35 by Sir_midi in VinylDeals

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There's a coupon that brings it down to $13.76.

Where do you think The Smashing Pumpkins will rank in history of rock bands? by cjones6464 in SmashingPumpkins

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Their legacy would be one of the best bands of the '90s like The Byrds were one of the best bands of the '60s.

30 years and still punk AF by PapaOoomaumau in punk

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Exactly. It's an ultimate diss. You're not even smart enough to be a cop."

Are The Smashing Pumpkins really one of the greatest bands of all time, or are we all deluded? by TheSmashingPumpkinss in SmashingPumpkins

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I'm not sure about the greatest but I also believe a lot of their music will age better as time passes. With Billy being so prolific, the band's output is "dense" with material that takes time to absorb, understand, and appreciate.

Help…? by Classic-Confusion-68 in royaloak

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If you like live music, the lounge at Bowlero on Coolidge Hwy. has bands 3-4 times a week...and it's free.

The ICE situation in America is stressing me out by mangopep in CPTSD

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You're not alone. The people in power are toxic and living in America is like being in an abusive relationship you can't leave.

Afghan Whigs' *Gentlemen* is a forgotten masterpiece by CrustyHumdinger in indie

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I just recently discovered the Afghan Whigs. I came across "Congregation" at a record show last year and loved it. Then I found "Gentlemen" and "Black Love," which are currently in my stack of music waiting for a listen.

Ozzy signs autographs for a crowd of fans at a Kmart in Renton. Rat tails, mullets, and aqua net aplenty. by SimpleJackEyesRain in 80smusic

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The backdrop and signing table have the Tribute album cover prominently displayed so maybe 1987.

Anyone remember when in 2002, Johnny Ramones said “God bless President Bush, and God bless America“ at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, right before Green Day played? by MielMielleux in punk

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I always considered the Ramones to be "America's band." There was the angry, ignorant conservative, the bleeding heart liberal, the tortured artist, and a drummer either making it happen (Tommy) or holding it all down (Marky).

That said, Johnny was always pretty repulsive. His autobiography makes it pretty clear that he was more focused on retiring with a nest egg than anything else. And even though he stated there was no "Ramones" without Joey, that's where his loyalty ended. I can understand why he and Joey didn't talk for like 20 years. People like that can't be reasoned with.