In the Taproom with Jay1051971 (have a drink W/O)Sep 04 '03 Write an essay on this topic.
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One of the first people I met when I started writing a few music reviews was Jay. I found he had reviewed some albums I love by some bands I like. We communicated by comment a couple of times, then a few nights ago I thought, hey, let's "meet up" and talk music! Note: this paragraph for those who don't know about, or don't understand, the write off. This is a write off where you choose a fellow epinionator who you like, find interesting or would like to know better, invite them for an imaginary drink, ask lots of questions, and post them! Well So we met, we didn't actually talk music much, but lots of other things too! Here goes! ========================== Hey, Jay. I've enjoyed reading a lot of your stuff and it's a pleasure to meet you at last. How's it hanging? Actually, it's sticking straight out. You may want to duck. So, we are at the bar of your choice. Tell me where we are and why you chose this place? Will I like it? We are going to the legendary Northeast Taproom, located at the corner of 12th and Robeson in beautiful Reading, PA. So what are you drinking? I'm ordering us up two classic "Molesterfields". This was the original "Black and Tan". The proprietor of the establishment, Pete, developed this tasty concoction, you know. Trust me, you'll love it. Well, you've been a member of epinions for a couple of years, written a couple of hundred reviews and more. Do you still enjoy it? Absolutley. I just wish I had more time to write. I have so many things I want to review and share with the public. But alas, I only have two hands, and there are only 24 hours in a day. I sleep 7, work 9, commute 1, and surf internet porn for 6. That doesn't leave time for much else. What keeps you going? Have you ever thought about leaving it for a while, or forever? Not really. There are times when I am not motivated to write. When that happens I don't post. If I try and force it, I find my reviews suffer. But leave it entirely? Hooker, please! You're not hatted now - though you once were. Is this by choice, or a gross miscarriage of justice? It is a gross miscarriage of justice! Actually, I've been writing mostly in books and music, which are highly competitive categories. I simply can't read fast enough to post alot of reviews, and I'm running out of interesting material in my CD and tape collections. So I'm not really surprised to not have hats there. Now, I do write a lot of magazine reviews. I've written more than twice as many as every other TR has in the past three months. Apparently, it's the "qualitative" aspects of hat ownership that prevents me from having one. In any event, having a "title" isn't why I erite. Like my most favorite Epinionator of all says, I'll keep writing as long as it makes me feel good. Jay, You have written about every type of music from Brahms and Vivaldi to W.A.S.P. and Ratt. What music do you enjoy for what occasion? First, I think we need another round. I bought the last one, you get this one. And while you're at it, get a bag of peanuts. It all depends on the mood. As a semi-retired, semi-professional musician, I enjoy all sorts of music for all sorts of reasons. I don't really have a setformula for why I enjoy the kinds of music that I do. Often times, I let the music transport me to where it wants to go, rather than finding the right stuff for the moment. After all, isn't that what music is about? When you listen to a band, what instrument do you listen out for first? Well... It depends on what kind of band it is. If it's a bluegrass band, i'm listening to the mandolin, since I recently picked up the instrument and am learning how to play. Rock music, it's definately the guitar. I've always been a big fan of the guitar, ever since I was a kid listening to Kiss records in my bedroom. I would fantasize that I was Ace Frehley. As a former bass player, I can't help but pick that one out too. You play Mandolin. Are there any mandolin players who have influenced you? (!!!) Have you listened to Ritchie Blackmore's latest venture, "Blackmore's Night"? Chris Thile is the only name that stands out. He is the Yngwie Malmsteen of the mandolin. And no, I haven't listened to any Blackmore stuff. OK, you and I share a lot of music in common. Let's talk KISS. Vinnie Vincent or Bruce Kulick? Ace Frehley or Paul Stanley (and his solo album was actually pretty good, admit it !!!) While Vinnie showed he was an incredible guitarist after leaving Kiss, I would have to say that Kulick was the better guitar player for Kiss. But no one tops Ace. OK OK, enough! You describe yourself as argumentative. How far do you enjoy taking an argument? Does pulling hair count? Actually, I just enjoy debating. I thrive on connecting with other people in an intellectual fashion. It helps me to learn and better myself mentally. Often the combative process of an argument is the best way to stimulate that growth. You've not joined in any of the Write Offs in which we write about ourselves - the "20 things about me" or the "16 things about me". Why? Would you describe youself as a private person? More or less, yeah. But honestly, after, like, the third one, I started to think the whole concept was getting played out. I only did this one because you are such a mega-cooley, superbalicious epinionating God! You live with three cats and a dog. I love cats too - what type of cats do you have? Does each have its own personality? They have distinct personalities. Cleo is the one i've had the longest. She is the Queen, and she is very social. We call her our greeter kitty, since she welcomes all newcomers to our humble abode. Becky is the persian, and she is the princess. Very dainty. And a tease. She will roll over for you to pet her tummy, but just when you get with in arms reach, she will jump up and run 6 or 7 feet away, and flop over, only to get up and do it again and again. You can chase her all over the house to pet her. Izzy is our boy cat, who is the King. We call him piggie, because he's lazy and very heavy (like 15 lbs). He tends to hide when company comes over, so we have to introduce him by way of photograph. Hey, your glass is empty. Same again or something different? Nope..let's get another round. You are firmly anti war and you make no secret of that. Is that "in no circumstances"? Are there any scenarios in which you would support armed conflict? Yes...in defense of my home from invaders. I'm not anti-war per se. But war is a racket engineered by politicians to further their mad, Utopian schemes. History is frought with example after example of rulers manipulating public opinion in order to wage war. It is barbarism at its worst, and it is a destroyer of everything civilized. Are there any circumstances in which you would enlist? Like I said, if we were invaded. What is it about the current military action in Iraq and Afghanistan that you specifically disagree with (in twenty words or less!!) Iraq is so obviously for political gain, its obscene. I don't believe I ever said I was against the war in Afghanistan, although I think it was the wrong response to 9/11. OK let's change course! What type of partner do you like? Who is your dream date? Your mom. Just kidding...Mariah Carey tops my list right now, as I've been listening to her music alot. I can think of a few porn stars too... :) You are a professor of economics, I believe. Do you teach? How do you make a topic like that interesting? (I did economics age 16-18 so I feel I can ask this question !!!) Yes.. I LOVE economics. My girlfriend calls me an economics nerd. I can't have a single conversation that somehow doesn't break down into Economics. How do I "make" it interesting? I can't make something that it already is. I guess when I teach, I just let my passion for the subject come out, and try to show just how incredibly pervasive economic concepts are in our everyday lives. Every thing we do has economic implications. I truly believe that most of our problems are tied to a weak understanding of basic economic principles. Some of Your reviews are quite abrasive. Would you consider yourself a "bad boy"? Ever wanted to be? A "bad boy"?! hahahahaaa. hahahaahahhhhahaahhaaaaaa. hahahahhaahhaaahahahahahaa...choke...hic...haha..choke..cough..cough...hic. Crap! Now you've given me the hiccups. (hic) Go buy me another classic, while I try to get rid of them. (holding breath, waiting...) belch!! Abrasive? Really? (hic) I just call them like I see them.(hic) Do you have any regrets? If you could change one thing about your past what would it be? I wasted my 20s feeling sorry for myself. (hic) The cup was always half empty. And I was pretty pessimistic. You like some of the rock chicks; you have a "chick" listing on your profile page. You once nominated an epinions cutie award - Xiphoid won, with Lambchops and BadKittyM battling eachother for second place! So you apparently are a firm advocate of Political Correctness? I would argue those fine ladies are NOT aesthetically challenged. Xiphoid is a real hottie. (hic) Too bad she doesn't write as much as she used to. She was a cool epinionator. Kitty is my kind of chick...powerful...Although, I would tremble in fear if I ever met her in person. She would make me lick her boots, and I would probably end up doing it. (hic) You live in Ohio. Have you travelled much? Where is your favourite place? I've always said, it's not where you are, but who you're with. If i'm with some good friends, then that is my favorite place. But I have lived in a few places. I am originally from Buffalo, NY. I went to school in Rochester. I spent a summer in Cleveland, and live in DC for 3 years. Do you flirt? Did I see you slip the waitress your phone number? Heyyyyyyy..... The waitress? Oh that was just Pete taking my credit card. Well, looks like your glass is empty again. How you doing? Hungry? Where would you like to go for dinner? Sure... I could go for some Pizza. There's a place not too far from here, called the Pizza Italia. They make great pies. Let's go. Hey..my hiccups are gone! So, who from eps would you most like to meet? Aerocat, most definately. I think she and I share the same outlook on music.(even if we have different tastes). I would also like to meet beckytcy. She sounds like she would be really fun. Jkkelley cracks me up. And we can't forget my old buddy, Ginzo! And if you could go out, get drunk and shoot the sh*t with one rock star, who would it be? Rock star? Hmm.. Tough call. I'm not as enamored with musicians as I once was. But if I had to pick, it would probably be Billy Sheehan. And if you could spend the night with one, who would it be? (OK, Lita is nice but Joan is not, and Sandy is underrated!) Jewel. What is the silliest thing you've ever done? And looking forward, what is the craziest thing you'll ever do? Silliest? Oh god... Who knows. I've forgotten half the crap I've ever done. Do you reckon you'll invite someone else out on a date for this write off? Possibly... But i'm not sure. Well, Jay, thanks for the evening. Hope you've enjoyed it as much as I have. it's been fun. One more vodka shot for the road? What? You want me to puke on your shoes now or later? Hooker, please! ====================== I knew it would be a fun evening. And I even got described as mega cooley and superbalicious! Aw, shucks. No he didn't have the vodka shot. so my shoes were saved. This time. This was an entry into the "Have a drink with me" write off, for how to play, Go here  |
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