There are some thoughts I just don't want to forget.
This post on NIN, done under the anon flag - oops.
Just continues to repeat in my head - it is true for me.
I have 3 addictions: Cigarrettes, dedication to my niece and nephews, and the musical sounds (masterpieces) of Trent Reznor...
Could be worse....
'To the Anon at the top wondering why we all cry, beg and plead for more. More live action, more albums, more pictures, more posts…My dear we are addicts. We crave more, we want more, we need more … we cannot get enough of what this man puts out. It’s all in the layers of sound. The magical tones resonate within each and every one of us. Within the sound are patterns. These patterns match patterns within us. It strikes a chord, if you will.That chord vibrates and sets a wave in motion deep within. This wave unleashes chemicals in our brains that sooth where there is anger, excites where there is boredom, heals where there is hurt, and so on and so forth. The layers of sound he creates along with his voice, it’s magical. We all have this in common; we all FEEL his music in some way shape or form. We cannot get enough. We are ADDICTS.'
Wednesday, February 27, 2008
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
Reminiscing, my idols of the past
Damn - scanning music all night long - and goddamn I forgot about all of the great tunes and artist I grew up with and idolized!
Maybe I'm just getting old but there really aren't that many powerhouse names out there anymore. The newer artists just don't have that extra something special - whatever it is.
I try to imagine myself at 50 - while I'm sure my taste in music will have veered more towards the softer side, but I know I will forever covet and hold dear to my heart my collection of Nine Inch Nails masterpieces. I may be listening to the softer side of Trent Reznor at that age. But you know that's just another great thing about his talent and music. He's got something to appease every musical taste I have...Is it possible to be in love with his music? YES - a resounding YES!
Tonight it's about the past...I need to revisit all the artists and songs that touched me growing up...
Maybe I'm just getting old but there really aren't that many powerhouse names out there anymore. The newer artists just don't have that extra something special - whatever it is.
I try to imagine myself at 50 - while I'm sure my taste in music will have veered more towards the softer side, but I know I will forever covet and hold dear to my heart my collection of Nine Inch Nails masterpieces. I may be listening to the softer side of Trent Reznor at that age. But you know that's just another great thing about his talent and music. He's got something to appease every musical taste I have...Is it possible to be in love with his music? YES - a resounding YES!
Tonight it's about the past...I need to revisit all the artists and songs that touched me growing up...
Wednesday, February 6, 2008
The theory ...
I had posted on the nin blog - but the damn thing is so slow with almost 4000 posts on it -
I need to remember this - cause I like it and will continue to ponder this...
I had mentioned the towers of hanoi about 3,000 posts ago under anon (by accident) and then under Rebecca - no one's picked up my cue - so I really think I am going crazy - but I seriously can't stop my brain from pondering - it has a mind of it's own ... ba dum dum...
re: 3 pics and titles posted on Nin.com...thank you Trent Reznor...
This is driving me crazy…and I’m over- thinking this I’m sure -
This trip we’ve been on for the last week and half – take a step back and look at it from a different perspective. Because I am not a gear head, and didn’t pay attention in high school, I just can’t deep into the world of mathematics, and codes, etc. So I have looked at this in the only way I know how – from a life perspective, philosophical level.
Pic 1 – from the future with snip it of his eye – maybe the eye means him, you, me everyone as ‘I’ and place in the world. The seat next to him is empty – maybe that is I you me we are in the passenger seat. Could mean anything – haven’t connected that dot yet….
2nd pic inside the cab yes – but in the distance towers. With title ‘overtones’ = harmonics, another layer = maybe we are the layers, or harmonics in his world, an added frequency, stemming from the same fundamental source, but not the same…
3rd pic ‘gray coding’ – the method for solving the Towers of Hanoi problem – hence the towers from the ‘overtones’. In relation to the Towers of Hanoi there is also an Indian legend called the Towers of Brahma – somewhere in an Indian temple there are three worn posts surrounded by 64 golden discs. The legend tells a story of the Brahma priests moving the discs each day in accordance to the gray code method – progressing towards solving the ‘puzzle’. Once the puzzle is solved it is said that the end of the world will come. SOO - What if we are the gray code – each one of us moving 1 day at a time towards a common goal living in this world solving life’s mysteries – micro this down even more – maybe our own personal lives can be related to the Towers of Hanoi puzzle – we, after all, are puzzles trying to figure our way in life – and each step we take progresses to the next day until we die.
Maybe – the focus isn’t on the picture itself – there are clues and distractions within these pictures – but usually the answers are so obvious we miss it – there are so many different things to focus on in these pictures like the last one- 4 dimmed ‘gray’ windows all others lit – that could be there just to provide chaos to the mix and distract from the true meaning.
I don’t know – even if Mr. Rez didn’t intend to send this message – he’s still brilliant – because, the fact of the matter is he did.
Don’t know – but it’s brilliant.
So maybe we are the gray code….
I need to remember this - cause I like it and will continue to ponder this...
I had mentioned the towers of hanoi about 3,000 posts ago under anon (by accident) and then under Rebecca - no one's picked up my cue - so I really think I am going crazy - but I seriously can't stop my brain from pondering - it has a mind of it's own ... ba dum dum...
re: 3 pics and titles posted on Nin.com...thank you Trent Reznor...
This is driving me crazy…and I’m over- thinking this I’m sure -
This trip we’ve been on for the last week and half – take a step back and look at it from a different perspective. Because I am not a gear head, and didn’t pay attention in high school, I just can’t deep into the world of mathematics, and codes, etc. So I have looked at this in the only way I know how – from a life perspective, philosophical level.
Pic 1 – from the future with snip it of his eye – maybe the eye means him, you, me everyone as ‘I’ and place in the world. The seat next to him is empty – maybe that is I you me we are in the passenger seat. Could mean anything – haven’t connected that dot yet….
2nd pic inside the cab yes – but in the distance towers. With title ‘overtones’ = harmonics, another layer = maybe we are the layers, or harmonics in his world, an added frequency, stemming from the same fundamental source, but not the same…
3rd pic ‘gray coding’ – the method for solving the Towers of Hanoi problem – hence the towers from the ‘overtones’. In relation to the Towers of Hanoi there is also an Indian legend called the Towers of Brahma – somewhere in an Indian temple there are three worn posts surrounded by 64 golden discs. The legend tells a story of the Brahma priests moving the discs each day in accordance to the gray code method – progressing towards solving the ‘puzzle’. Once the puzzle is solved it is said that the end of the world will come. SOO - What if we are the gray code – each one of us moving 1 day at a time towards a common goal living in this world solving life’s mysteries – micro this down even more – maybe our own personal lives can be related to the Towers of Hanoi puzzle – we, after all, are puzzles trying to figure our way in life – and each step we take progresses to the next day until we die.
Maybe – the focus isn’t on the picture itself – there are clues and distractions within these pictures – but usually the answers are so obvious we miss it – there are so many different things to focus on in these pictures like the last one- 4 dimmed ‘gray’ windows all others lit – that could be there just to provide chaos to the mix and distract from the true meaning.
I don’t know – even if Mr. Rez didn’t intend to send this message – he’s still brilliant – because, the fact of the matter is he did.
Don’t know – but it’s brilliant.
So maybe we are the gray code….
Dear Fucking Diary
This is pure brilliant madness - Trent Reznor and his picture taking and clue dropping.
Oh what glorious madness - what started out as curiousity to know what the hell was going on in the world of nin and the blog - and bloody hell -
There I go again over thinking things - !
My head hurts, distracted - can't work.
Although this last theory has actually help me solve a problem at work !
Pure madness though.
Thank YOU TRENT REZNOR!
Oh what glorious madness - what started out as curiousity to know what the hell was going on in the world of nin and the blog - and bloody hell -
There I go again over thinking things - !
My head hurts, distracted - can't work.
Although this last theory has actually help me solve a problem at work !
Pure madness though.
Thank YOU TRENT REZNOR!
Monday, February 4, 2008
Super Bowl Hype - I'm over it....
This is what happens when you ponder to much...
Now I am all about enjoying life’s pleasures. Super Bowl happens to be the pleasure of many – not mine to the fullest extent – although I am not a killjoy, after all it is a great excuse to have a party! And Yes, I managed to enjoy the party!
So hopefully I won't rain on anyone’s parade, just some thoughts that kept on nagging me.
Two observations from last night (two of many). As part of the opening ceremony, I was kind of perplexed at the fact that they dedicated the Superbowl to the Declaration of Independence. Now this is the first time I ever noticed this – but I don’t watch every year – so it could very well be something they do all the time – but it just seems odd to me.
What relation does the Declaration of Independence have with a hyped up football game?
A hyped up game that has become one of the iconic sports equated to the US. An event that we put too much into annually, and only but a damn football game! It’s not changing the world – it’s not selflessly helping someone in need. It’s a game and it’s enjoyable – but yet it’s a multi billion-dollar greed festival. The players who go out there and play their hearts out and get battered and bruised, all for what? One would hope for the love of the game – which I’m sure is a big part of it – otherwise they wouldn’t be doing it – but let’s talk about the $$ they receive. I’m sorry, but I find it so ridiculous in that these players, CEOS, etc get paid millions of dollars to play, manage, whatever this game that isn’t even changing the world around us for the better. Yes they show great determination and confidence and skill. But how does that translate to my world? Our world filled with disease and poverty? I ponder this because it seems like we live in a world full of hypocrites. The opening ceremony displayed service men and of course the singing of our beautiful national anthem. And then America’s favorite past time turns into a cesspool of Ad’s. I look forward to the ad’s as much as the next person, but for crying out loud, I just can’t get past the $$’s spent on this. It is grotesque and mind-boggling.
The cost of a ticket from what I understand ranges anywhere from $300 to $5,000!!
What?!!! How is this game that important enough to pay $5000? Who is going to these games and what am I doing wrong? I’m sure people save, save, save for the big game, which is again your right to do so. But, wouldn’t it be nice if people actually put that much time and effort in saving throughout the year to put money towards your favorite charity? Yes – it would be, but that’s not human nature. We all want instant gratification, and let’s face it; we are all selfish to a point. And you know, I realize this is something to look forward to every year for many people, so I completely understand the need to ‘reward’ yourself. I do the same with things that I like too, it is the only way to stay sane. I just can’t help to look beyond the game and all that goes into aside from the ‘Game’. It is in my eyes, money ill spent. I realize this revenue goes into paying overhead (salaries, vendors, etc) But that’s just it, why?! Why has Pro Sports become such a billion dollar business? It is only a GAME filled with talented athlete’s who are in it because of the love of the game! I agree they should get their fair share, yes! But over $1mil a player? I don’t get it. How is their worth that much greater than the person who dedicates their entire life to helping others in need?
Which leads me to observation #2. An NFL player won an award for his superior community service, I can’t remember the name – nor can I find anything on the Internet about this as of Feb 4 9:40am. The observation is – it took 5 seconds to present the award and all we learned is that he won the award for this great service. BUT what did he do? I would like to know – as I’m sure many others would to. This is my point, if we are going to mix in country honor, and the dedication to the Declaration of Independence with the Super Bowl. And then give an award of what is and should be a great honor – and not even explain what he did. I would have much more respect for this whole thing if only I knew what they did in the real world with their fortune and fame.
I’m sure many do go out and help in whatever way they can – but WE NEVER HEAR ABOUT IT!
That’s it from me…But really, what the hell does the Declaration of Independence have to do with the Super bowl?!!!
Now I am all about enjoying life’s pleasures. Super Bowl happens to be the pleasure of many – not mine to the fullest extent – although I am not a killjoy, after all it is a great excuse to have a party! And Yes, I managed to enjoy the party!
So hopefully I won't rain on anyone’s parade, just some thoughts that kept on nagging me.
Two observations from last night (two of many). As part of the opening ceremony, I was kind of perplexed at the fact that they dedicated the Superbowl to the Declaration of Independence. Now this is the first time I ever noticed this – but I don’t watch every year – so it could very well be something they do all the time – but it just seems odd to me.
What relation does the Declaration of Independence have with a hyped up football game?
A hyped up game that has become one of the iconic sports equated to the US. An event that we put too much into annually, and only but a damn football game! It’s not changing the world – it’s not selflessly helping someone in need. It’s a game and it’s enjoyable – but yet it’s a multi billion-dollar greed festival. The players who go out there and play their hearts out and get battered and bruised, all for what? One would hope for the love of the game – which I’m sure is a big part of it – otherwise they wouldn’t be doing it – but let’s talk about the $$ they receive. I’m sorry, but I find it so ridiculous in that these players, CEOS, etc get paid millions of dollars to play, manage, whatever this game that isn’t even changing the world around us for the better. Yes they show great determination and confidence and skill. But how does that translate to my world? Our world filled with disease and poverty? I ponder this because it seems like we live in a world full of hypocrites. The opening ceremony displayed service men and of course the singing of our beautiful national anthem. And then America’s favorite past time turns into a cesspool of Ad’s. I look forward to the ad’s as much as the next person, but for crying out loud, I just can’t get past the $$’s spent on this. It is grotesque and mind-boggling.
The cost of a ticket from what I understand ranges anywhere from $300 to $5,000!!
What?!!! How is this game that important enough to pay $5000? Who is going to these games and what am I doing wrong? I’m sure people save, save, save for the big game, which is again your right to do so. But, wouldn’t it be nice if people actually put that much time and effort in saving throughout the year to put money towards your favorite charity? Yes – it would be, but that’s not human nature. We all want instant gratification, and let’s face it; we are all selfish to a point. And you know, I realize this is something to look forward to every year for many people, so I completely understand the need to ‘reward’ yourself. I do the same with things that I like too, it is the only way to stay sane. I just can’t help to look beyond the game and all that goes into aside from the ‘Game’. It is in my eyes, money ill spent. I realize this revenue goes into paying overhead (salaries, vendors, etc) But that’s just it, why?! Why has Pro Sports become such a billion dollar business? It is only a GAME filled with talented athlete’s who are in it because of the love of the game! I agree they should get their fair share, yes! But over $1mil a player? I don’t get it. How is their worth that much greater than the person who dedicates their entire life to helping others in need?
Which leads me to observation #2. An NFL player won an award for his superior community service, I can’t remember the name – nor can I find anything on the Internet about this as of Feb 4 9:40am. The observation is – it took 5 seconds to present the award and all we learned is that he won the award for this great service. BUT what did he do? I would like to know – as I’m sure many others would to. This is my point, if we are going to mix in country honor, and the dedication to the Declaration of Independence with the Super Bowl. And then give an award of what is and should be a great honor – and not even explain what he did. I would have much more respect for this whole thing if only I knew what they did in the real world with their fortune and fame.
I’m sure many do go out and help in whatever way they can – but WE NEVER HEAR ABOUT IT!
That’s it from me…But really, what the hell does the Declaration of Independence have to do with the Super bowl?!!!
Sunday, February 3, 2008
Trent Reznor and the Gray Code Madness
For the last 4 days now I have been utterly distracted by the website of my all time favorite: Nine Inch Nails. The man behind the curtain, Trent Reznor and all of his many talents.
It began with a random glance of the NIN.com website during a ‘coffee’ break at my corporate job. I have my favorite websites and blogs, it just so happen I chose this one on my break just to see if any new pictures were posted, messages, etc. And so it began, throughout the week, 3 random photos had been posted. These photos have spurred many theories on the blog. Some say he is in Hong Kong, some think it’s part of the ARG, some don’t care and just want more tours, and more music! Adding to the photos, they are tagged with simple titles such as ‘From the Future’, ‘Overtones’, and ‘Gray code’.
The blog in itself is distracting; once you began reading you can’t stop. It’s a divine comedy, soap opera, porn, drama; suspense with a mix of thought provoking blurbs to the infamous ‘Anons’ nay saying and subliminal messages. Oh what fun it’s been over the last week. Chicluba, Mytwinflame, Tone, Hrs, M, you all know who you are, such dedication and good job watching other peoples backs. Anons – well you know who you are, some think Trent himself logs on as an ‘Anon’. I don’t know. Just adds to the fun of it.
Looking past the blogging fun though – Trent Reznor has created (innocently?) such a stir, and for me personally it has been such a distraction, that I can barely work. Because I too am trying to figure out and imagine what this man is up to. All from 3 photos and thousands of posts on the blog.
IS he sending a message? However deep or simplistic it may be?
The last posting of the ‘Gray code’ picture has really been a blast.
I’ve learned about gray coding at the most elementary level – and I can’t say I really understand it. But does that really matter? No. What matters, is that while these are random posts, the purpose is to get our minds in action, to explore and ponder the possible meaning. Which for some, we’ve done just that, and I am distracted by this to the point I must write about it so that I can get back to work and earn my living.
Many theories abounded. The one thing that I could relate to through my investigation of the Gray coding was the method used to solve the Towers of Hanoi problem. The Towers of Hanoi was solved by the Gray coding method and has since spurred the popular mathematical game/puzzle of the same name. Beyond that, another interesting tidbit, there is a legend called the Towers of Brahma, which employs the gray code method, claims once the puzzle is complete – the end of the world will come.
So am I left to believe he is all knowing and IS god? NO! It’s just another fun theory.
However – we can take it to another level and say maybe, just maybe he’s saying he is relating this method to his own life. A puzzle that requires similar methods.
Or it could be a method he is using for his next project. Or it could be just randomness, just a passing photo op donning the first word that came to his mind. But the fact of the matter is the word was in his mind.
So why am I writing this random note? Well beyond this glorious madness, which has become my favorite pastime, I realize this man is brilliant. With all of the years that I have been a fan I have now gone a step deeper to try and figure out why it is I continue to come back to his music. My purpose here is to convey my great appreciation for the man, the music, and all that he’s given to the world, to me. Everyone experiences music on a personal level. The fact of the matter is that it is felt within each one of us. Year in and year out he has graciously shared his music and talent. I can’t imagine this being an easy thing to do in any way shape or form for any artist / musician / public figure because of the vulnerability factor. His life’s journal for all to read and experience through his many talents. And he’s sharing this with us, which should be cherished.
Realistically, there isn’t a way I could ever personally pay my respect except through my words and of course the obvious: support of his music.
His simple gray code picture has set me on an internal exploration, trying so hard to figure out why his music fascinates and speaks to me and many, many others. I think for everyone of us it’s different but the same. I am not saying he’s the end all be all of musicians. As there are many great musicians out there, but for us, for me his tune is the antidote to whatever is ailing me. I love music from every genre, but there are not many musicians for me that I can say this about. He is an icon in the music industry, and truly stands out from the rest in this crowded world.
From simple little posts on the Nine Inch Nails website, I’ve now set on a journey to figure out why we appreciate one and not the other. With no disrespect to the others out there in music land, for they have their fan base too. I’ve come to the conclusion that some how, some way, to be a fan of someone’s music, and connect to it, and feel it, means that there is a connection underneath it all. I believe that music is the translation of ones soul. I stress THE MUSIC, although lyrics and poems are beautiful in themselves, but the music with all of it’s magical layers, rhythms, and tones is what keeps me coming back for more.
So in closing, I pay tribute to the musician, the artist, the photographer, the tech wizard, the man Trent Reznor. Through all of his years we’ve witnessed the birth of a kaleidoscope of music as if it were a screenplay of his life, we’ve watched his ‘bad’ behavior without condemning eyes, and we’ve all seen him make it through to the other side with scars we cannot see. I don’t believe words can express how deeply moving it is to see and hear what is deep inside of his very soul. He’s shared this with us so unselfishly. These gifts are felt deep inside, and hits chords within each of us that in the end connect us even at a microbic level, which convinces me even more that music is the universal language.
It began with a random glance of the NIN.com website during a ‘coffee’ break at my corporate job. I have my favorite websites and blogs, it just so happen I chose this one on my break just to see if any new pictures were posted, messages, etc. And so it began, throughout the week, 3 random photos had been posted. These photos have spurred many theories on the blog. Some say he is in Hong Kong, some think it’s part of the ARG, some don’t care and just want more tours, and more music! Adding to the photos, they are tagged with simple titles such as ‘From the Future’, ‘Overtones’, and ‘Gray code’.
The blog in itself is distracting; once you began reading you can’t stop. It’s a divine comedy, soap opera, porn, drama; suspense with a mix of thought provoking blurbs to the infamous ‘Anons’ nay saying and subliminal messages. Oh what fun it’s been over the last week. Chicluba, Mytwinflame, Tone, Hrs, M, you all know who you are, such dedication and good job watching other peoples backs. Anons – well you know who you are, some think Trent himself logs on as an ‘Anon’. I don’t know. Just adds to the fun of it.
Looking past the blogging fun though – Trent Reznor has created (innocently?) such a stir, and for me personally it has been such a distraction, that I can barely work. Because I too am trying to figure out and imagine what this man is up to. All from 3 photos and thousands of posts on the blog.
IS he sending a message? However deep or simplistic it may be?
The last posting of the ‘Gray code’ picture has really been a blast.
I’ve learned about gray coding at the most elementary level – and I can’t say I really understand it. But does that really matter? No. What matters, is that while these are random posts, the purpose is to get our minds in action, to explore and ponder the possible meaning. Which for some, we’ve done just that, and I am distracted by this to the point I must write about it so that I can get back to work and earn my living.
Many theories abounded. The one thing that I could relate to through my investigation of the Gray coding was the method used to solve the Towers of Hanoi problem. The Towers of Hanoi was solved by the Gray coding method and has since spurred the popular mathematical game/puzzle of the same name. Beyond that, another interesting tidbit, there is a legend called the Towers of Brahma, which employs the gray code method, claims once the puzzle is complete – the end of the world will come.
So am I left to believe he is all knowing and IS god? NO! It’s just another fun theory.
However – we can take it to another level and say maybe, just maybe he’s saying he is relating this method to his own life. A puzzle that requires similar methods.
Or it could be a method he is using for his next project. Or it could be just randomness, just a passing photo op donning the first word that came to his mind. But the fact of the matter is the word was in his mind.
So why am I writing this random note? Well beyond this glorious madness, which has become my favorite pastime, I realize this man is brilliant. With all of the years that I have been a fan I have now gone a step deeper to try and figure out why it is I continue to come back to his music. My purpose here is to convey my great appreciation for the man, the music, and all that he’s given to the world, to me. Everyone experiences music on a personal level. The fact of the matter is that it is felt within each one of us. Year in and year out he has graciously shared his music and talent. I can’t imagine this being an easy thing to do in any way shape or form for any artist / musician / public figure because of the vulnerability factor. His life’s journal for all to read and experience through his many talents. And he’s sharing this with us, which should be cherished.
Realistically, there isn’t a way I could ever personally pay my respect except through my words and of course the obvious: support of his music.
His simple gray code picture has set me on an internal exploration, trying so hard to figure out why his music fascinates and speaks to me and many, many others. I think for everyone of us it’s different but the same. I am not saying he’s the end all be all of musicians. As there are many great musicians out there, but for us, for me his tune is the antidote to whatever is ailing me. I love music from every genre, but there are not many musicians for me that I can say this about. He is an icon in the music industry, and truly stands out from the rest in this crowded world.
From simple little posts on the Nine Inch Nails website, I’ve now set on a journey to figure out why we appreciate one and not the other. With no disrespect to the others out there in music land, for they have their fan base too. I’ve come to the conclusion that some how, some way, to be a fan of someone’s music, and connect to it, and feel it, means that there is a connection underneath it all. I believe that music is the translation of ones soul. I stress THE MUSIC, although lyrics and poems are beautiful in themselves, but the music with all of it’s magical layers, rhythms, and tones is what keeps me coming back for more.
So in closing, I pay tribute to the musician, the artist, the photographer, the tech wizard, the man Trent Reznor. Through all of his years we’ve witnessed the birth of a kaleidoscope of music as if it were a screenplay of his life, we’ve watched his ‘bad’ behavior without condemning eyes, and we’ve all seen him make it through to the other side with scars we cannot see. I don’t believe words can express how deeply moving it is to see and hear what is deep inside of his very soul. He’s shared this with us so unselfishly. These gifts are felt deep inside, and hits chords within each of us that in the end connect us even at a microbic level, which convinces me even more that music is the universal language.
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