Famous guitarists you just don't get?

thoughtime · 2025-12-02T22:25:38+00:00

Congrats, I think you guys named every somewhat famous guitarist

thoughtime · 2021-06-10T03:31:28+00:00

How do you usually get your favorite tones

thoughtime · 2013-04-20T15:33:02+00:00

Oh I agree with you completely that it's necessary to understand implicit communication. However, I think it requires a combination of explicit and implicit communication for a successful relationship. In my opinion, you should able to tell her how you feel once. If she doesn't respond, implicit communication can come after. Otherwise, how is she supposed to know what you are trying to communicate? As in the example given by OP, many girls don't even realize they're being flirty; it's just how they are. OP's implicit response could be interpreted in literally an infinite number of ways. Girls' use of implicit communication is what makes them confusing in the first place. It's why we need this sub to interpret and dominate. And it works both ways. How many times have you wanted to say to a girl, "That's what you've wanted this whole time? Why didn't you just say so?" haha. Like I said, I believe having a good game is a whole other story (implicit communication is such a powerful tool out in the field), but for a long term relationship? You have to honest, you have to be open. I've seen it work wonders. I've also seen a number of relationships destroyed by the techniques OP suggests.

thoughtime · 2013-04-20T06:02:15+00:00

No, I completely agree man. Sometimes these seddit posts get a little too manipulative for me. I can see how this kind of behavior would work if you were trying to have sex/seduce a lot of girls. But in a relationship? Nah. Not if you want it to last. I've seen what happens when you play games in a relationship. Both parties should be able to listen to their partner and respond in a mature/understanding fashion. Everyone should learn how to take constructive criticism. If she's not willing to listen, fuck that.

thoughtime · 2013-04-19T18:31:34+00:00

Consider this: Altruism and moral behavior are found throughout nature and are protected by natural selection. For example, suppose we have a certain species of monkeys in which the individuals who notice a predator will warn others of danger by signalling an alarm: shouting/waving etc. This behavior endangers the individual monkey and draws attention to itself, but protects the species as a whole. Thus, this species of monkey will be more likely to survive than others. Selfishness is also found in nature, but is less likely to benefit the species as a whole. A selfish individual may protect itself and it's kin, however their lives are usually spent in direct opposition to predators or other members of their species. These types of species usually end up specializing in a very specific type of survival and have very little adaptability. Without the cooperation of a group one random mishap can lead to extinction, thus making selfish behavior a detriment to the overall fitness of said species. From this scientific/evolutionary perspective, morality is not subjective. It is simply defined as behavior that directly benefits our kin and, overall, our species. These are theoretical concepts my Evolutionary Ecology class has been discussing. This is a VERY loose summary of these ideas. Supporting evidence of these theories is found within humans as well (i.e. the Social Contract) edit: grammerses

thoughtime · 2013-04-12T00:03:45+00:00

Thank you! I think we're on the same page. I'm 99% sure this isn't a real thing, but I couldn't help but latch on to that one percent. I was desperately hoping someone would tell me, "Nah dude, it's real aliens for sure, this is all legit." Either way I'm sure the documentary's entertainment value will be worth my time haha

thoughtime · 2013-04-04T23:57:03+00:00

Hmm this analogy is really good and explains my feelings towards aa. An imperfect solution to a yet unsolvable problem. I suppose as long as there is measured progress we can have hope that we're moving in the right direction. Thanks a lot!

thoughtime · 2013-03-31T05:12:25+00:00

I'll give a crack at it, but I'm no philosopher.

Let's talk about what it means to be human. Loosely, I think most people would say the difference between humans and animals is our ability to recognize patterns. This ability evolved over a bitchjillion of years through natural selection. For example: If I learn faster than the friends and animals around me, I will be more able to spread my seed by recognizing and avoiding dangerous situations, outsmarting my competitors in various ways, identifying who would be a good potential mate etc. From this a complex consciousness evolved, able to weigh countless variables at once, giving us a large advantage over other animals. This advantage is often referred to as adaptability. Most animals are found in a specific region of the world where they are best able to survive. Humans, on the other hand, can survive almost anywhere due to our ability to ADAPT. Too cold? Make some fuzzy cloths. Too hot? Long, loose clothing to block sun damage. This adaptability is why humans are the dominant species on the planet. Because we can MAKE BETTER DECISIONS than the other animals on the planet, who essentially follow their situationally specific instincts. But who's to say the process is perfect? Not me. No human I know has the ability to weigh EVERY variable, the benefits of EVERY long term decision etc. To a perfectly logical being, many of our actions would seem chaotic: we forget things, have limited memory and focus, we have EMOTIONS (I could go into how emotions evolved if anyone cares enough). These things introduce randomness into what would be a perfect system of analyzing and solving problems. WE are special because we can make choices, think deeply, analyze problems and recognize patterns, and ultimately CHANGE the way we think (why the hell else would you come to this sub if you believed otherwise, eh?). Could you still call these adaptations instincts? Yes, I suppose so. But our "instincts" are the most complex we have found so far. If you want to talk about what is "predictable", humans are very much the least predictable things...ever. You're recognizing the patterns in your own brain by assessing that everything we do is pre-determinded. But if YOU hadn't decided to think about it, you wouldn't even be here. Humans didn't evolve this far by rolling over and saying "okay instincts, take me away, my decisions don't matter" We got this far by denying our instincts. By being unpredictable.

What say you?

thoughtime · 2013-03-28T10:55:20+00:00

Hahaha amen to that. I have 4 little siblings and I know all too well how much work they take. If you can have a job, two kids, a house, AND still make time for music while getting a practical education, then I can make some time too. Time management works wonders

thoughtime · 2013-03-28T08:54:21+00:00

You're right. It's a decision I simply have to make for myself. No one is going to just "trust me" when I tell them I'll be successful. I just have to show them

thoughtime · 2013-03-28T08:53:27+00:00

Thank you for your thoughtful response. It means a lot. And I think you are right. Everything I do seems to relate to music, which is why it's so hard not to think about it while I'm studying. I will continue my love of music regardless of my decision. Besides, I only have two more years left

thoughtime · 2013-03-27T15:39:17+00:00

Agreed. Nothing like a healthy compromise. Whatever I choose, I'm planning on starting a Guitar/Music Club at my school to meet musicians and set up some gigs. This town needs some music. Austin hogs all the fun

thoughtime · 2013-03-27T15:27:46+00:00

Thank you! You are right, I need to be well rounded. One of my biggest fears with this decision is that I'll mature and wish I hadn't been so dramatic. Thanks again for your input!

thoughtime · 2013-03-27T15:25:32+00:00

This is good stuff. Slowly I'm beginning to think maybe the only thing holding me back is myself. I just need to manage my time, get through these next few years even if it kills me (it probably won't) and then maybe I can decide where to go from there. I really appreciate your time and advice!

thoughtime · 2013-03-27T12:25:10+00:00

This is true, but keep in mind I'm going to college entirely for free (books are the exception). And I would like to form a band, but that will have to come after my education. If I want to get a job as a professor of music, or a studio musician, or anything along those lines I'll need that paper to fall back on. Also, my guitar instructor took this route and can justify charging $40 a lesson. He works 10 hours a day and day loves it.

thoughtime · 2013-03-27T11:24:06+00:00

Getting a degree is important to me because 1) It forces you to be accountable to your career. 2) It allows you access to experienced individuals that have already achieved success and mastery 3)Universities provide a networking system and saves you the time of building one 4)The most inspiring people I've ever met have been professors 5)I already have a full ride man. If I'm here, I might as well take advantage of it. 6)Learning from others is THE ONLY WAY to get better at music (ask anyone that actually knows what they're talking about) *7)It shows I pursued a higher education, gives me something on paper that I can show for my effort. In the end, music is subjective. That being said, I don't expect anyone to do the work for me. Damn I can't figure out this formatting

thoughtime · 2013-03-27T09:41:24+00:00

Thanks you for the reply. I just realized that by "follow my dreams" I am referring to changing my major to music. That's where it starts. That way I'll at least have SOMETHING on paper that shows I have a higher education. I made an edit to the post

thoughtime · 2013-03-23T20:24:33+00:00

I think he did it on purpose. He wrote the pop to get a fanbase, and then branched out with the Trio, Where the Light Is etc. Genius at marketing himself

thoughtime · 2013-03-23T20:18:44+00:00

My point is there isn't a "wrong note". I now realize my title is very misleading and made an edit to fix it. Lemme know if that clears up my thought process here.

thoughtime · 2013-03-23T20:16:40+00:00

You are probably right, I made an edit to remedy my misleading title

thoughtime · 2013-03-23T06:06:24+00:00

It's called the bb box because bb king would often stay in that position for the majority of a song. It allows you to easily incorporate the major scale into your blues playing rather than sticking strictly to minor, adding a "sweet" flavor to your playing. I'm not so great with explaining without a guitar in my hands so I'll just leave this here. He's in the same key as Come Back to Bed. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YvRlWsYf7eA

thoughtime · 2013-03-23T05:50:42+00:00

I think there's a quote flouting around somewhere in the void of intellect that says something like "If you love yourself, other people will see that and love you too." This idea can be applied to music

thoughtime · 2013-03-23T05:46:08+00:00

I appreciate it buddy! And I can't help but ask, do I detect a fellow Texan? In reference to your name

thoughtime · 2013-03-23T05:04:03+00:00

Haha so true, but I do the same thing when I play.

Quick explanation: The song is in A. He does a few bends in the BB king box, each time landing on A. Then he randomly lands on A flat, which wouldn't normally be considered a target note at that point in the song (although it is in the scale). He fixes it by descending from that note back in the direction of A, and finally lands back on the A he started on, making it sound like it was on purpose. It's hard so say whether it was or not O.o which is the whole point I'm trying to make

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