Jump to content

I am Nocturnal

Nocturnal558

By Nocturnal558
in Introduce Yourself

 Share

Recommended Posts

Nocturnal558 Newbie

Nocturnal558

Posted
Posted

Just imagine that you're sitting in your room, alone at night... Nobody there... Only the shadows, only the night... Your eyes unable to even glance five feet ahead of you... Until you get used to it. Darkness can be embraced, and used for good. That's sort of my life philosophy, I guess. Haha, anyway, there's no better way to enjoy one's time with some FUCKING GREAT HEAVY METAL! Generally speaking, I'm a fan of all truly expressive music. BUT. Metal is what's right for me, it's what I love listening to, and whenever someone else is listening to 'white noise'-type music, or 'hey-everyone-let's-sing-the-same-three-words-fifty-times-in-a-row-so-that-people-won't-get-our-song-out-of-their-head-and-be-fooled-to-incline-their-thoughts-towards-the-fact-that-they-will-only-think-they-will-like-it-when-really-they-simply-haven't-found-the-type-of-music-that-best-suits-them-yet'-type music I just want to whip out some giant ass subwoofers and fucking blast metal their way, as if to say: this it what it feels like you're doing when *I* have to listen to your (shitty) music, be fucking glad I'm not actually doing the same thing to you, 'cause you'd be fucking scared shitless! (you little freak). *exhale* Yeah man. Feels good to get that off my chest. I am a student of English and Chinese language, currently in China as part of a 4-year bachelor degree. I am Norwegian of ethnicity and culture, but I've always had a talent for learning languages. I am non-religious; I won't degrade myself to even use terms such as 'atheist' or 'agnostic', because even though they supposedly describe someone who isn't a christian, they still acknowledge christianity as something that exists. To me, the way of thinking related to any religion is old-fashioned, if not archaic and, well, fucking dying. People are growing smarter on average everyday (or so I like to believe) and humanity will hopefully realise that we need to re-think the way we talk about and refer to such an extremely outdated term as 'religion'. That said, if it is part of your tradition and culture, then by all means, be a good [insert religion here] following person, and do whatever you gotta do related to that and treat people with different opinions nicely as well. Sorry to digress. I am indeed here to discuss, share and fucking enjoy some heavy, ear-shredding, and mind-twistingly and adamantly meaningful MOTHERFUCKING METAL!!!11!!11!11!!1!!111111!!!! ROCK THE FUCK ON, FOR-FUCKING-EVER!!!!!!

0
Link to comment
Share on other sites
Midi Newbie

Midi

Posted
Posted
I am non-religious; I won't degrade myself to even use terms such as 'atheist' or 'agnostic'' date=' because even though they supposedly describe someone who isn't a christian, they still acknowledge christianity as something that exists. To me, the way of thinking related to any religion is old-fashioned, if not archaic and, well, fucking dying. People are growing smarter on average everyday (or so I like to believe) and humanity will hopefully realise that we need to re-think the way we talk about and refer to such an extremely outdated term as 'religion'. That said, if it is part of your tradition and culture, then by all means, be a good [insert religion here'] following person, and do whatever you gotta do related to that and treat people with different opinions nicely as well.
What then, would you say the difference is between being non-religious and atheistic/agnostic? I strongly disagree with your claim that religion is dying. It's true -at least in my regions- that a lot of religious people don't take the dogmas that strict anymore, whereas those were an important part of daily life years ago. However, taking dogmas strictly as well as 'becoming smarter' has almost no relation to the degree of how religious one is. That being said: welcome!
0
Link to comment
Share on other sites
RelentlessOblivion Grand Master

RelentlessOblivion

Posted
Posted

Unless you consider atheism and agnosticism to be their own religions I see no reason why these terms should not be used in describing a person who doesn't subscribe to a theistic belief system. It may well be true that mankind, as a whole, is becoming more intelligent that does not invalidate religion. Faith plays an important part in the lives of billions. Religion does in fact have a great deal to teach us about ourselves, about our environment, and about how to treat our fellow man. Religion has it's flaws of corse but on the whole it can be beneficial. For the record I don't subscribe to any theistic belief system but that's not to say they are universally out-dated and unnecessary.

0
Link to comment
Share on other sites
Nocturnal558 Newbie

Nocturnal558

Posted
  • Author
Posted
What then, would you say the difference is between being non-religious and atheistic/agnostic? I strongly disagree with your claim that religion is dying. It's true -at least in my regions- that a lot of religious people don't take the dogmas that strict anymore, whereas those were an important part of daily life years ago. However, taking dogmas strictly as well as 'becoming smarter' has almost no relation to the degree of how religious one is. That being said: welcome!
I did phrase myself confusingly. I wasn't claiming that religion itself is dying. How RelentlessOblivion phrased it is essentially how I see it too. And I do respect people who follow religion, I simply meant to say that I myself refrain from referring to myself as 'agnostic' or 'atheist'. Even though they are indisputably valid terms. I realise my introductory post became way too long as well. Thank you all for welcoming me!
0
Link to comment
Share on other sites
GorboGorboze Newbie

GorboGorboze

Posted
Posted

Let it be know that Gorbo likes a long introductory post. If all you can manage is "My name is Dipwad and I love metal 'cus it is the best- here are three unlistenable bands I like, stay metal dudes" than bless your heart and welcome to the forum. Your post, Nocturnal, showed heart, pathos, and linguistic skill. Way to go! Edit - by the way, you should put up an avatar, and so should everyone else who does not have one up. As I've said before, going without an avatar is like going to the supermarket in your pajamas. Get dressed ya'all, for real!

0
Link to comment
Share on other sites

Join the conversation

You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.

Guest
Reply to this topic...

×   Pasted as rich text.   Paste as plain text instead

  Only 75 emoji are allowed.

×   Your link has been automatically embedded.   Display as a link instead

×   Your previous content has been restored.   Clear editor

×   You cannot paste images directly. Upload or insert images from URL.

×
 Share
Go to topic listing

  • Join Metal Forum

    joinus-home.jpg

  • Our picks

    • Sacred Reich "Awakening"

      MacabreEternal posted a blog entry in Album Reviews,

      Whichever tier of thrash metal you consigned Sacred Reich back in the 80's/90's they still had their moments.  "Ignorance" & "Surf Nicaragura" did a great job of establishing the band, whereas "The American Way" just got a little to comfortable and accessible (the title track grates nowadays) for my ears.  A couple more records better left forgotten about and then nothing for twenty three years.  2019 alone has now seen three releases from Phil Rind and co.  A live EP, a split EP with Iron Reagan and now a full length.

      Notable addition to the ranks for the current throng of releases is former Machine Head sticksman, Dave McClean.  Love or hate Machine Head, McClean is a more than capable drummer and his presence here is felt from the off with the opening and title track kicking things off with some real gusto.  'Divide & Conquer' and 'Salvation' muddle along nicely, never quite reaching any quality that would make my balls tingle but comfortable enough.  The looming build to 'Manifest Reality' delivers a real punch when the song starts proper.  Frenzied riffs and drums with shots of lead work to hold the interest.


      There's a problem already though (I know, I am such a fucking mood hoover).  I don't like Phil's vocals.  I never had if I am being honest.  The aggression to them seems a little forced even when they are at their best on tracks like 'Manifest Reality'.  When he tries to sing it just feels weak though ('Salvation') and tracks lose real punch.  Give him a riffy number such as 'Killing Machine' and he is fine with the Reich engine (probably a poor choice of phrase) up in sixth gear.  For every thrashy riff there's a fair share of rock edged, local bar act rhythm aplenty too.

      Let's not poo-poo proceedings though, because overall I actually enjoy "Awakening".  It is stacked full of catchy riffs that are sticky on the old ears.  Whilst not as raw as perhaps the - brilliant - artwork suggests with its black and white, tattoo flash sheet style design it is enjoyable enough.  Yes, 'Death Valley' & 'Something to Believe' have no place here, saved only by Arnett and Radziwill's lead work but 'Revolution' is a fucking 80's thrash heyday throwback to the extent that if you turn the TV on during it you might catch a new episode of Cheers!

      3/5
      • 5

        Reputation Points

      • 10 replies
      MacabreEternal

      Picked By

      MacabreEternal,

    • Immortal Bird "Thrive on Neglect"

      MacabreEternal posted a blog entry in Album Reviews,

      I
      • 1

        Reputation Points

      • 2 replies
      MacabreEternal

      Picked By

      MacabreEternal,

    • Vltimas 'Something Wicked Marches In'

      MacabreEternal posted a blog entry in Album Reviews,

      https://www.metalforum.com/blogs/entry/52-vltimas-something-wicked-marches-in/
      • 3

        Reputation Points

      • 3 replies
      MacabreEternal

      Picked By

      MacabreEternal,

    • Candlemass "The Door to Doom"

      MacabreEternal posted a blog entry in Album Reviews,


      https://www.metalforum.com/blogs/entry/48-candlemass-the-door-to-doom/
      • 3

        Reputation Points

      • 2 replies
      MacabreEternal

      Picked By

      MacabreEternal,

    • Overkill "The Wings of War"

      MacabreEternal posted a blog entry in Album Reviews,

      Full length number 19 from overkill certainly makes a splash in the energy stakes, I mean there's some modern thrash bands that are a good two decades younger than Overkill who can only hope to achieve the levels of spunk that New Jersey's finest produce here.  That in itself is an achievement, for a band of Overkill's stature and reputation to be able to still sound relevant four decades into their career is no mean feat.  Even in the albums weaker moments it never gets redundant and the energy levels remain high.  There's a real sense of a band in a state of some renewed vigour, helped in no small part by the addition of Jason Bittner on drums.  The former Flotsam & Jetsam skinsman is nothing short of superb throughout "The Wings of War" and seems to have squeezed a little extra out of the rest of his peers.

      The album kicks of with a great build to opening track "Last Man Standing" and for the first 4 tracks of the album the Overkill crew stomp, bash and groove their way to a solid level of consistency.  The lead work is of particular note and Blitz sounds as sneery and scathing as ever.  The album is well produced and mixed too with all parts of the thrash machine audible as the five piece hammer away at your skull with the usual blend of chugging riffs and infectious anthems.  


      There are weak moments as mentioned but they are more a victim of how good the strong tracks are.  In it's own right "Distortion" is a solid enough - if not slightly varied a journey from the last offering - but it just doesn't stand up well against a "Bat Shit Crazy" or a "Head of a Pin".  As the album draws to a close you get the increasing impression that the last few tracks are rescued really by some great solos and stomping skin work which is a shame because trimming of a couple of tracks may have made this less obvious. 

      4/5
      • 0

        Reputation Points

      • 4 replies
      MacabreEternal

      Picked By

      MacabreEternal,
    View All
×
×
  • Create New...