TheCrashTest

I'm a restless heart with a strong desire for intellectual expression and visual stimulation. The earth is a big and beautiful place, so I figure, why not dwell in and explore it as much as possible! For me, life is about love, music, and the effect of words on the soul. I look for those who are as passionate about their lifestyle as I am. I'm extremely sporadic. I spend a lot of time going to shows, exploring the hardcore music scene (in ALL its forms) and meeting new people. I'm determined and incredibly passionate about life, interested in only positive vibes. With all intents and purposes I am a firm believer in the "Hardcore" culture, believing that just because you went and got your teeth knocked out at a show and covered yourself in tattoos doesn't mean your hardcore. I'd like to keep all my teeth thank you very much. See, Hardcore set the precedent, but it's not just the music that defined a generation, it's the spirit behind it that defines who we are as a people together, united under one cause. While having piercings and tattoos may define what many define as "looking hardcore", I don't believe that's solely what makes someone a part of the culture. My plan is to write my story through the images I choose to put on my body throughout life, not as a way to fit a niche, but to express what I carry with me, as I grow. I deeply despise over-inflated egos and thoroughly enjoy deep and intellectual conversation. I'm extremely accepting and I tolerate what most people can't. I promote events and book shows from time to time and when I'm not doing that, I'm diving into the shelves and stock rooms of the great, great House of Guitars helping customers satisfy their want for music, daily! Most of the time though, I'm going to shows, taking pictures of bands/artists, and indulging in the modern music scene. This site will host reviews, news, and updates on all of my ventures, on popular releases and underground music. I'm very versatile when it comes to living in the moment. I can create a soundtrack of music for each day of my life on a whim! I also love to make friends so there's never a dull moment! Words are consistently on my mind. I love their sounds, meanings, and the things they put forth through their communication. Every time something is spoken, muttered, or clarified, a light peaks out of a dark confusion shining bright. Simply put, I'm addicted to words, they define my passions. My 3 standards in life are as follows: Music, Philosophy, and Fecundity. I'm Straight Edge, because it's okay to live drug and alcohol free, without judgment of those who don't choose to do the same. Stay posi. XXX circa 2010. <3's to Hardcore!


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   This Winter season has been a slow show season for me, compared to last years, so when I finally decided to venture off to a gig I, of course, picked a strange one. Topping the bill was hip-hopper turned soulman, Everlast, and his supporting acts were none other than pop-punk stalwarts, New Found Glory and Four Year Strong. Eventful? You bet, with so many different kinds of people swishing and swaying in the venue, it was quite the clusterfuck of niches and stereotypes. All things considered though, the crowd just about cleared out as soon as Everlast took the stage, but that can easily be blamed on the prior bands demand for high energy and Everlasts, well, stoner fanbase. 

   Tucked away behind the House of Guitars merch booth, wafting in the passing smells of weed and alcohol by the entrance ways, I managed to get lucky enough to snap a photo with the Dan O’Connor and Alan Day of Four Year Strong, and let me tell you, never have I ever met band members, so interested in their fans. We all have our bad days, sure, but these guys were just the most approachable beings in the whole place. As New Found Glory tore through a blistering set, these two sat down, got their signing hands ready, and stayed until every single person got a picture and an autograph. A truly rare sight, if I say so myself. 

   Unfortunately, all of the members of FYS weren’t present, due to their drummer having contracted a severe stomach bug, putting quite the stopper on the band playing as a quartet, but that didn’t stop Dan and Alan from running through a set of acoustic renditions of some of their hits, mixed in with a few fan favorites. The mood was ethereal, as the crowd shouted back just about every word, you could tell our dearly beloved FYS representatives for the evening were grateful for the audiences understanding.

   Looking back, I wouldn’t have changed a thing. For me, THIS was a Four Year Strong show, and they truly owned the night. A huge kudos goes out to all the bands for all the work at putting on one of the best shows. What a beautiful way for me to reintroduce myself into the show going culture, right?

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   This Winter season has been a slow show season for me, compared to last years, so when I finally decided to venture off to a gig I, of course, picked a strange one. Topping the bill was hip-hopper turned soulman, Everlast, and his supporting acts were none other than pop-punk stalwarts, New Found Glory and Four Year Strong. Eventful? You bet, with so many different kinds of people swishing and swaying in the venue, it was quite the clusterfuck of niches and stereotypes. All things considered though, the crowd just about cleared out as soon as Everlast took the stage, but that can easily be blamed on the prior bands demand for high energy and Everlasts, well, stoner fanbase. 

   Tucked away behind the House of Guitars merch booth, wafting in the passing smells of weed and alcohol by the entrance ways, I managed to get lucky enough to snap a photo with the Dan O’Connor and Alan Day of Four Year Strong, and let me tell you, never have I ever met band members, so interested in their fans. We all have our bad days, sure, but these guys were just the most approachable beings in the whole place. As New Found Glory tore through a blistering set, these two sat down, got their signing hands ready, and stayed until every single person got a picture and an autograph. A truly rare sight, if I say so myself. 

   Unfortunately, all of the members of FYS weren’t present, due to their drummer having contracted a severe stomach bug, putting quite the stopper on the band playing as a quartet, but that didn’t stop Dan and Alan from running through a set of acoustic renditions of some of their hits, mixed in with a few fan favorites. The mood was ethereal, as the crowd shouted back just about every word, you could tell our dearly beloved FYS representatives for the evening were grateful for the audiences understanding.

   Looking back, I wouldn’t have changed a thing. For me, THIS was a Four Year Strong show, and they truly owned the night. A huge kudos goes out to all the bands for all the work at putting on one of the best shows. What a beautiful way for me to reintroduce myself into the show going culture, right?

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