This Is A Call To All
by SamFels on Aug 23, 2009 4:34 PM CDT
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So, the three of us have been told at different times, by various people, that if we wanted to, we could, sort of, in a way, possibly, kinda wield some influence. Well, I'm gonna test it out. All season, I listened to fan after fan complain about our new goal song. Well, let's do something about it. We've had numerous posts about it here, but it was more a discussion about it amongst ourselves. It's time to take it to the streets. Here's my latest suggestion.
Skid Row - Youth Gone Wild (via ChrisEddie1401)
This used to be the song the Hawks hit the ice to, and I'd like to bring it back in another form. Specifically, the opening riff spliced into the call and response part after the second chorus, to sort of mimic the Rangers goal song. But you all have your ideas, the important thing is we express is the Game Presentation brass how dissatisfied we are with the current one. The Executive Producer of Gameday Presentation is Tom O'Grady. You're all bright people, I'm sure you can figure out how to reach him. Do so, make your distaste for Chelsea Dagger known to the people who matter, and maybe we can have our way for once.
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My Choice....
I am assuming this will not be a popular choice around this place, but I think the end of In Keep Secrets of Silent Earth 3 would be a cool choice to get crowd participation…..and it’s a song that has the balls which our current song is lacking.
Right at about 7 minutes in this video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8ljudZ9YKVA
Dude...
I can picture that at all. Doesn’t really fit.
Great song, not-so-good example.
"It's hard to win 97 games, it's hard to win the division. Our attitude is if you get in every year, you get in most of the time, sooner or later you are going to knock that door down." -- Jim Hendry
I'm too disturbed to participate
I knew once the music I used listened to was shown on VH1 I’d be officially old.
OK, well, I think they should consider that the current goal song is attached to a sucky beer commercial.
If I can't be a good example, I'll just be a horrible warning
I am thinkin'
Anything Rage Against the Machine. Perhaps the playoff song they took the ice to.
jt
by HolyBlackhawksBatman on Aug 23, 2009 6:51 PM CDT reply actions
Guerrilla Radio
Would be good, but i personally think I-E-A-I-A-I-O from System of A Down would be badass, especially if you did it at the chorus.
by AirTrafficAJ on Aug 23, 2009 9:56 PM CDT up reply actions
I like Take the Power Back
Right at the end of second verse you can pick up where Zack says, "The rage is relentless, we need a movement with quickness, you are the witness of change and to counteract, “WE NEED TO TAKE THE POWER BACK!”, then just go into the chorus. I agree on using the end of Geurrilla Radio too. That would be cool.
Good suggestion...
but I think the tempo is a bit slow for a post goal celebration. But I could be wrong, what do the rest of you think?
Interesting...
That chorus sounds like an American Indian chant, which makes me think they should incorporate “Indians” by Anthrax into the game day experience.
WARDANCE!!!
That part of Indians would work for many things
by runningquicklynowhere on Aug 24, 2009 11:25 AM CDT up reply actions
I like Chelsea Dagger
During the playoffs, jumping up and down and waving the rally towels during the song was so much fun. I think a lot of fans are into it now.
That ball hit deep! Way back! You can put it on the boooaaaard...YES!
Long drive into deep right center field! This ball is OUTTA HEEERRRREE!
R.I.P. Harry Kalas 4-13-09
Please make it stop!
I fucking hate that song! And it ruins the fact that we just scored a goal. When I look around at everyone losing their minds and jumping up and down in unison to that song I want to kill people!
How does it "ruin the fact that we just scored a goal"
to have people jumping up and down and celebrating the fact that we just scored a goal?
That ball hit deep! Way back! You can put it on the boooaaaard...YES!
Long drive into deep right center field! This ball is OUTTA HEEERRRREE!
R.I.P. Harry Kalas 4-13-09
Because when I see men jump and hug each other
I feel something move. And I make anger!
Got more soul than a sock with a hole.
by chrome on Aug 25, 2009 10:41 AM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
I don't know...
…maybe I’m sick in the head, but I kind of like Chelsea Dagger song now…I know that I shouldn’t. I mean, their name is Chelsea Dagger and I think the lyrics to the song are kind of gay…and I don’t mean “gay” as in “bad”, but “gay” as in “gay”…not that there’s anything wrong with that, bit does it really get into the heads of opposing teams?
Maybe I just am reacting against the butt rock of Skid Marks…err, I mean Skid Row…
It is gay!
The opposing team and their fans must think we’re gay when they see the crowd shots at the UC.
I know it's cool to hate on that Chelsea Dagger song
but why does it bring out such violence in people? Every time I see that Amstel Light commercial, I get pumped for hockey season. Is that really so bad?
If you’re going to get the song changed, you have to pick something for people to sing along to. That’s what will make it stick. It can’t be a lot of complicated lyrics. It has to be something simple enough for little kids, tone deaf adults, and drunk assholes to sing without any problems.
The lyrics to the song are about burlesque dancers and whores.
The video to the song features burlesque dancers and whores.
The album cover depicts burlesque dancers and whore.
I believe the title actually comes from the stage name of one of the band member’s girlfriends… when she was a burlesque dancer and whore.
Is that really your idea of gay?
House Burning Down - Hendrix
Those of you familiar with the tune – after a goal, kick in the fast beginning of the tune: “Hey! Hey! Look at the sky turn a hell-fire red y’all, somebody’s house is burnin’, down down down down…”
Fast, loud, easy sing-along, you can loop it easily, Hawks’ color reference…just a thought.
"What the hell, let's review it." - Dale Tallon
"They are!" - Pat Foley
"What a farce." - Dale Tallon
Really dumb idea. You’re cut!
by oneminuteremainingintheperiodoneminute on Aug 29, 2009 8:15 AM CDT via mobile up reply actions
Sorry Sam…I like the song. I even got mad when I heard the Capitals playing it sporadically.
I also remember once upon a time when they’d play an excerpt from “Hangin Tough” from NKOTB, so maybe I know what rock bottom really is.
The crowd in general likes it, even if a few fans on here don’t. If it is thought to be a problem, it’s the least of the team’s problems.
I’d rather see you use your influence on more critical items…like getting Byf traded for salary relief for 2009-10.
by GenPabloSecobar on Aug 23, 2009 10:19 PM CDT reply actions
Though I agree that Youth Gone Wild should be resurrected for when they take the ice to start the game, at least until they’re no longer considered “youth”
by GenPabloSecobar on Aug 23, 2009 10:21 PM CDT up reply actions
I really don't care
about the goal celebratory music…as bad as “chelsea dagger” is it fits about as well as say Elvis Costello’s “Pump it Up” which pretty much is where that Fratelli’s song came from.
I’d be more concerned with turning over the pre-game and game stoppage music. No me likey lyrics in any intro because if you try to intertwine fitting lyrics you end up with “Start Me Up” and the world doesn’t need to hear that in any given arena ever again…
I like Chelsea Dagger also....
But if there is a change one thing I’d like to see is the Hawks doing what the Wolves do…. let the players pick thier own song when they score…
Sorry to hear you like that piece of shit...
…but I do like the latter part of your comment.
Rage!
I like the Rage Against The Machine ideas. The opening riff to “Bulls on Parade” is 22 seconds long and could work, they could even edit it to extend it if needed. Most people know it and it’s definitely heavy! From about :45 to 1:14 of “Snakecharmer” might work. I’m not a huge fan of call and response type of shit, but it does have a part where the crowd could yell “Yeah” along with Zack starting just past the one minute mark. In “Year of tha Boomerang” from 3:04 until about 3:40 might work, there is a “Yeah” in there along with “Now it’s upon you” followed by “you” a few times. It could also start at 3:10 as the tempo picks up there. These are my suggestions from “Evil Empire.” At 2:56 of “Guerrila Radio” starts the “All Hell can’t stop us now” sequence, which I like. Imagine the UC chanting that in unison after a goal! I think the players would be pumped. If I have time later I’ll suggest other stuff. I think it would be good if we narrow it down a bit and then bombard Tom O’Grady with our suggestions. If united, we might be able to do it!
And to all the fans of the current song…I believe hockey to be a fast paced, intense game so that’s why I can’t stand the bullshit we’re subjected to at this point. During the playoffs after a goal, as happy as I was, I had to shake my head at the “gayness” that ensued in the crowd around me and refrain from hitting anyone, especially my brother as he filmed my horrified and disgusted facial expressions with his camera.
But, dude, when people jump up and down and enjoy themselves, it is pretty fucking gay. How dare those dirty gay people enjoy themselves.
Jumping and cheering is soooo gay.
NOW STOP IT RIGHT HERE
Do these same people also think it is “gay” that the players hug each other after they score?
http://accordingtwomey.blogspot.com
Not as long as they don’t make eye contact.
Which is simply a play on a jiu-jitsu-based MMA gag folks.
I personally agree. Knock off all the “gay” this and “gay” that. If you think something is dumb or stupid, say “dumb” or “stupid.” Don’t alienate a whole section of society so you can appear cool on a board.
Thank you for so diplomatically saying the point that I've been trying to get across for months.
You’re much less of an asshole than I am.
NOW STOP IT RIGHT HERE
Your last statement applies to how many people?
kidding, not serious, joke. okay?
SHOOOOOOOT IT!!!! Anon
by burpchelischili on Aug 24, 2009 6:29 PM CDT up reply actions
seriously...
…lighten up. I was referencing a gag from Seinfeld with the whole “gay…not that there’s anything wrong with that” thing…sometimes things don’t translate as well on the internet…sorry if you were offended
Old Sargent Saying #412;
Just because you’re paranoid, doesn’t mean they aren’t out to get you.
In other words, you may be right.;
SHOOOOOOOT IT!!!! Anon
by burpchelischili on Aug 24, 2009 10:08 PM CDT up reply actions
It could be a whole lot worse
I’m just glad that the Hawks tried to pick something a little bit different and not just the same old Stones or QOTSA song. How many times have you heard Enter Sandman at a sporting event? I know that people aren’t necessarily fans of British alt-pop, but because there are no words in the intro, fans from ages 8 to 68 can learn it. With corporate sponsors taking most of the lower level seats anyway, doesn’t it make sense to have a goal-scoring song appeal to more than just the hard-working fans in the 300 level? I’m sorry to be defending the Frattelli’s, but it’s about all I can sing eight beers deep.
To be honest, I wouldn’t know how it affects the opposing team on the ice. I bet they don’t even pay attention to it anyway, just to how the crowd reacts afterward. If everyone’s jumping up and down, doesn’t the song serve its purpose? Plus, my old roommate was a Canucks fan, and watching his reaction to the song during the playoffs was quite entertaining.
Not to mention that I’ve seen plenty of people in the 300 level enjoying the song. Maybe not posters on here, but this isn’t a 300 vs. 100/200 class argument…some people like the song, some don’t, that’s all it is.
by GenPabloSecobar on Aug 24, 2009 10:34 AM CDT up reply actions
I definitely got carried away with that post, but you’re absolutely right. I think that no matter what song you pick out, you’ll have people who like it and people who don’t. I think they have a good song that most people like, including quite a few people who have posted on this topic.
by warrenjm2006 on Aug 24, 2009 11:25 AM CDT up reply actions
How about a Chicago native?
I vote for Liz Phair’s “H.W.C.” from her 4th album, “Liz Phair.”
by ChicoMaki on Aug 24, 2009 8:09 AM CDT reply actions 1 recs
The Song is Not Gonna Change
at least not anytime soon. A lot of people have become enamored with it because they identify it with the Hawks recent, and newfound success. Until they start losing with that song, it’s not going anywhere.
Also, I don’t think it’s such a bad song. It’s different from the random cock-rock / monster ballads you here everywhere else.
They had an article up on the Hawks’ site about two months ago that listed that song as the runner up when they picked the current song.
by runningquicklynowhere on Aug 24, 2009 11:30 AM CDT up reply actions
yep
I’d bet there are already 5-7 teams using that including the Penguins and one of those western Canadian teams do as well…Canucks, Oil, or Flames…one of those.
by Crease Monkey on Aug 24, 2009 4:39 PM CDT up reply actions
I like it
And won’t apologize for it. I think it got cemented during the playoffs when the crowd took it to a new level. When I see the beer commercial, it reminds me of happy times in the UC last year. It’s unique and as evidenced in the playoffs, it’s a great song for crowd interaction.
My goal? World domination.
In my UC on NHL09
…they play “Vicious” by Lou Reed every time the Hawks score. It’s a little “New York”-y but I like it.
Also, may I suggest the Minutemen cover of BOC’s “The Red and The Black” for the Hawk’s entrance song? I know the lyrics are about mounties and huskies and shit, but the kick ass drum solo that kicks it off cannot be ignored.
Oh, and I’m in favor of dropping the Fratellis and replacing it with anything but crappy hair-metal. I don’t care how cool Sebastian Bach is now, that song sucks shit.
"I don't think anybody's paying attention to the Cubs." - Prince Fielder
Token Celtic Drinking Song
Or anything with ear-blistering bagpipes!
a couple things
1) I don’t think the song is going anywhere. I would venture to say that more people like it than don’t. I know this may not represent the die hard fanbase’s opinion. Of the 22,000 that pack the UC, there is probably only a couple thousand that flat out despise Chelsea Dagger.
2) At the convention, Kopecky even mentioned the song. He talked about the atmosphere and he briefly hummed the song. Everyone notices the song and what is does for the fans at the UC, especially during the playoffs.
3) This is not a song that I would just have on my ipod, I just love hearing the corus after the hawks score. It is like in The Office, when Jim performs an experiment with Dwight……he shuts down his computer, the typical shut down noise occurs, and then he asks Dwight if he wants an altoid, which Dwight accepts. Jim does this several times during the day and keeps giving Dwight altoids. Eventually he shuts down the computer, Dwight hears the tune and just reaches for an altoid. Long story I know, but that is kind of how I feel about Chelsea Dagger. The chorus just makes me happy as I immediately associate it with jumping up and down waving a towel.
4) I actually think it is a “buzz kill” when Johnny B Goode or Sharp Dressed Man is played for Tazer and Sharp, those songs just don’t have the same infectious appeal.
5) I know the song isn’t some sweet hardass jam, but can you really rythmically wave towels to Metallica or Rage Against the Machine?
6) Sorry for the numbering, I like to feel organized.
"If you're scared, go buy a dog" - Stacey King
my first attempt at posting a link
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3kch8ToePPY
"If you're scared, go buy a dog" - Stacey King
There is a middle ground here
While I may have revealed my bias in my lengthy punk-rock-as-hockey-and-vice-versa post, the compromise is the coda Naked Raygun’s “Soldier’s Requiem”. It’s a badass punk-rock jam, performed by a legendary Chicago band, with a chant-along portion that’s very easy for 22,000 plus to get behind. It’s admittedly similar to “Chelsea Dagger” by The Fratellis, but far more menacing. I’ve clipped the specific segment I want to use here
Soldier’s Requiem as Hawks Goal Song
Obviously, the production staff would make use of smoother fade ins and stuff like that, but everyone gets the idea. However, hackrar, I think you’re right, “Chelsea Dagger” isn’t going anywhere.
www.secondcityhockey.com
It's a bird, it's a plane, it's a goddamn shame.
by McClure on Aug 24, 2009 12:56 PM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
Rec'd
That does jump and get the blood going. And it would please the Rayguns, no doubt.
by russellguldin on Aug 24, 2009 5:21 PM CDT up reply actions
And so it begins, that some things last forever...
“…This spirit endure
the courage that failed them never
So let valor erase
the lies that sought
To deceive them."
Hell, yeah!
by EdisonParkVinnie on Aug 24, 2009 6:58 PM CDT up reply actions
and by the way...
…eric spicer has been alerted to our cause!
by EdisonParkVinnie on Aug 24, 2009 7:15 PM CDT up reply actions
Dead on
I had actually thought about the exact same song. This will sound like shit talking, but the one show I saw of them in the late 80’s was bar none the best concert of my entire life. My favorite song from them is actually their cover of SLF’s Suspect Device. When all you guys were talking about Mastadon during the playoffs, Suspect Device was a typical song I would load up to listen to before games. To use Requiem though would be an ultimate stick tap to an awesome Chicago band.
Agree with bullet point 3
I don’t think its a very good song for standard listening purposes but it’s a pretty good goal song. When I hear it I think of the hawks and goals being scored and the flames being huge pussies and losing. I almost forgot vancouver. They’re pussies too. Basically anyone the hawks play actually. Whatever.
by ZootSuitZombie on Aug 25, 2009 2:30 AM CDT up reply actions
Have you seen footage...
of a Rage show? The answer to #5 is YES! Check it out…I think the “Bulls on Parade” video will demonstrate what people can do with a song like that.
I think the thing that bothers me the most about that retarded song is the mindlessness it invokes…it is a complete fucking buzz-kill every time I hear it, especially during the playoffs.
Looks like I’ll have to get over it from the looks of things on here.
I smile
whenever that Amstel commercial comes on because I hear the song and think of the Blackhawks.
http://twitter.com/hawksfansince08
by hawksfansince08 on Aug 24, 2009 12:42 PM CDT reply actions
Agreed
Gotta admit I’m the same way. I HATED that song at the start of the season, but it certainly grew on me. It makes me think of the Hawks now, especially after the playoffs. Like others have said, it doesn’t matter because I don’t think it’s going anywhere because of the crazy atmosphere it creates after a goal. I’m hopng they do keep some form of the “Testify” Rage video from the playoffs too cause that was awesome.
Can we get an SCH poll
Do you like the Chelsea Dagger chorus as the hawks goal song?
-Love it
-Like it
-Indifferent
-Dislike it
-I’d rather have Matt Walker back than hear that song again
"If you're scared, go buy a dog" - Stacey King
I'm with the others.
Over the course of the playoffs, I learned to accept the song. I guess at this point, I’d categorize myself as indifferent only slightly leaning to dislike.
If they change it, I’ll be happy, but I will not complain if it remains. I will save my complaining for anyone stupid enough to give Havlat shit for his exit with the team.
Got more soul than a sock with a hole.
Versteeg
Let’s concentrate our effort’s on getting Verteeg’s new goal song… “Kriss Kross will make you… jump jump!”
Now that would get the place jumping. Literally. And it’s the accurate spelling of Kris.
Chelsea Dagger
…is irritating, but kinda grows on you, like a wart. Plus, I think it irritates the other team – a good thing.
I much prefer it to neoritic “detroit sucks” chants.
For those of you with NHL channel
They’ll be running the Blackhawks/Canucks playoff series this week.
i must have a problem
i’ve had it marked on my calendar to watch it :)
http://twitter.com/hawksfansince08
by hawksfansince08 on Aug 24, 2009 4:17 PM CDT up reply actions
i also have a problem
Upgraded my cable package yesterday so I could watch! I actually cheered when Bolland tied game 1 in the 3rd. I need the season to start
The NHL Network..
is actually pretty solid. I’m watching the Islanders stomp on the Bruins in the 83 Wales Conference Finals at the moment..
That was a good time.
SHOOOOOOOT IT!!!! Anon
by burpchelischili on Aug 25, 2009 6:26 PM CDT up reply actions
It was like watching it for the first time
I knew they came from behind to win, but I completely forgot they were down by two goals after first period. Bolland’s shortie in Game 2 was so awesome.
Here's a lame reason to like it...
…The Fratellis keyboardist Will Foster also played with Heather Nova, who has also played with Heather Nova, whose mom is Canadian and LOVES Ham, which in canada is called Canadian Bacon, which is the last name of Kevin Bacon.
by WirtzGMnomore on Aug 24, 2009 2:44 PM CDT reply actions 1 recs
For fuck sakes. When it’s time to do the right thing, the losers come out in droves and fuck up a perfectly good revolt.
Fuck every last one of you who said “Like it” or Love it".
Now you know how Lenin felt
when Stalin showed up.
by russellguldin on Aug 24, 2009 5:10 PM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
Indifferent
Besides do you really want a song that you love being played appx 3-5 times a game for appx 50 home games while the soccer mom from Hoffman Estates in her #10 jersey (holding her small child in a #88 jersey) bobs around like a fool? Better the Hawks ruin a song I couldn’t care less about rather than one I actually like.
either that or you go with Gogol Bordello’s “60 Revolutions”…because there simply isn’t enough gypsy punk freak-show music played in arenas these days.
Whatever happened to that Ministry song
that was given to the ‘Hawks? The guitar and drums are heavy, and there’s that part n the song where they bellow “United Center it’s time to raise Hell! Oh yeah!”
“Dig” by Mudvayne
“Self Bias Resistor” Fear Factory
“The Blood, The Sweat, The Tears,” Machine Head
“Let the Day Begin” the Call
“Illumination” Henry Rollins Band
“Madhouse” Anthrax (worth mentioning twice)
“Rush” Wumpscut
One more
“Get Some Go Again” by Rollins is fucking NAILS.
by russellguldin on Aug 24, 2009 5:16 PM CDT up reply actions
That Ministry song was painful to listen to.
www.secondcityhockey.com
It's a bird, it's a plane, it's a goddamn shame.
True
but they own the royalties, and it’s a compromise.
Oooh, how about “Don’t Speak (I Came to Make a Bang)” by Eagles of Death Metal?
by russellguldin on Aug 24, 2009 5:19 PM CDT up reply actions
I'd be all for this
But that’s where I pulled Bolland’s nickname of Fabulous Weapon from, so maybe that should be just for him.
www.secondcityhockey.com
How about...
“Liar” by Rollins Band whenever they show McDouche on the scoreboard!
Fuck it.
Just do the opening from “Cowboys from Hell” to appease the metalheads.
NOW STOP IT RIGHT HERE
Good song, but how many douche bags can jump off the stage in one song? That’s why I didn’t work as a bouncer at concerts like that. Some bands actually like their douche bag fans jumping off the stage.
SHOOOOOOOT IT!!!! Anon
by burpchelischili on Aug 25, 2009 6:45 PM CDT up reply actions
Dbag concert goers
I worked shows at the Eagles in Milwaukee and Alpjne Valley. We never had issues with stage jumpers, but the crowd surfers were hell. Once left a Lamb of God show with a sprained neck and a partially torn knee.
man I miss those days.
It is a miracle that curiosity survives formal education. - Albert Einstein
by Novy on Aug 25, 2009 7:45 PM CDT via mobile up reply actions
man I miss those days.
Heh, in a way, I wish they had never ended. But I also had to work the Horrible ones back then as well. New Kids, Tiffany, Loverboy…
SHOOOOOOOT IT!!!! Anon
by burpchelischili on Aug 26, 2009 2:57 AM CDT up reply actions
Those were the shows I was able to tell the boss to piss off. I was always called in for the rock and metal shows considering I was an old pit vet.
Worst shows I worked were the damned Jimmy Buffett shows at Alpine. Worst patrons ever.
It is a miracle that curiosity survives formal education. - Albert Einstein
by Novy on Aug 26, 2009 11:19 AM CDT via mobile up reply actions
My worst was when Michael Jackson played a concert in Wurzburg. He was on a barge in the Marne River, in the spring. The water was unbelievably cold, and I got the holy SHIT beat out of me by 14 year old girls! Other than that it was Tiffany in a mall in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
SHOOOOOOOT IT!!!! Anon
by burpchelischili on Aug 26, 2009 5:05 PM CDT up reply actions
*bows in your direction.
And I thought Buffett or Bon Jovi shows were bad. My favs were Ozzfest at Alpine or Slipknot at the Eagles.
It is a miracle that curiosity survives formal education. - Albert Einstein
by Novy on Aug 27, 2009 5:59 AM CDT via mobile up reply actions
One of the best ever was ACDC at the Monsters of Rock in Germany. God sure made some beautiful things, and the girls at that show were some of his better work.
SHOOOOOOOT IT!!!! Anon
by burpchelischili on Aug 27, 2009 6:44 PM CDT up reply actions
love it!
I love Chelsea Daggar! It is my ringtone and all of my family has it on our ipods! It gets stuck in your head but it’s awesome!
I don’t really understand why this is a talking point at all. The only concern I have is the Scorpions reworking their song to change “Rock you like a hurricane” to “Cabbie punchin’ Patrick Kane” making it more official for #88.
Call me not hardcore if you want, but they could play ‘NSync after every goal and I wouldn’t honestly care. The change in the environment in the arena most likely affects opponents less than the change in score. I wouldn’t care if the Hawks wore pink jerseys and figure skates as long as they were winning.
http://accordingtwomey.blogspot.com
Tell that to Golden Seals
who also wore matching gold skates to complete the abortive ensemble.
by russellguldin on Aug 24, 2009 5:57 PM CDT up reply actions
Yeah, dude, I don't know...
NSync, pink jerseys and pink skates seems, well, kind of gay.
NOW STOP IT RIGHT HERE
Wow. He looks a little like my ex-mother -in-law.
by russellguldin on Aug 24, 2009 6:35 PM CDT up reply actions
As of right now 73% of our community likes it.
If you were to poll the average fan, that number would probably be higher, given the seemingly disproportionate number of disgruntled metal fans here. It’s not going anywhere.
Although, I do second wanting to hear “Youth Gone Wild” played more often.
From the dagger to the wild (the sound of music)
Have to admit I love the choice of replacing the current goal song (“Chelsea Dagger”) to Skid Row’s “Youth Gone Wild”, but it would’ve been a more appropriate goal song back in the early 90’s when J.R., Eddie, and Amonte were sporting their fashionable mullets.
I think that for this team a more current rock/metal theme would be much better, something like Shinedown’s “Sound of Madness” , “Pain Redefined” by Disturbed, or “Seasons” by the Veer Union. Not to mention a goal song change could be in order for someone like Patrick Kane from the 80’s “Rock you like a Hurricane” to something like Breaking Benjamins “Diary of J(K)ane”. Although I do love Patrick Sharp’s “Sharp-Dressed Man” by southern-rock legends ZZTop.
In the end we can all agree no matter the choice of goal song hopefully we’ll be cheering goal after goal at the UC or on our T.V.’s all the way towards a Stanley Cup Championship.
It's never about the eventual destination, but rather the long journey and its challenging obstacles that are presented and what it takes to overcome them, that makes the taste of success all the more worthwhile!!!
The issue with "Youth Gone Wild"
isn’t it kind of ironic that we would honor our young core by playing a song that could very well be older than several of them?
Kane’s goal song needs to be changed to 50-Cent’s portion of the hook from “Hate It or Love It”.
www.secondcityhockey.com
It's a bird, it's a plane, it's a goddamn shame.
Anything by "Deathcab for Cutie" for Kane's goals
"Stay thirsty my friend"
by laaarmer on Aug 24, 2009 9:06 PM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
To me..
“Hey Man Nice Shot” will be forever associated with this clip – http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5yXCjBO-2A4
Apologies since it’s a pro-wings clip..
I withdraw the suggestion of Filter
and watching this just reminds me why I dislike the Red Wings. These weren’t mouthtguard stealing Red Wings. These guys kicked your ass, and then they kicked it again, and then they made you like it.
Man I hope the Hawks kick their ass this year. I live in Michigan and I have to put up with all these nimrods all year. Man I hope they kick their ASS.
"Stay thirsty my friend"
I like the Foo Fighters reference
I was thinking repeating the chorus of Good Times (3 Stroke) by Robert Randolph & The Family Band
"The Hawks need a lube job on their offense right now."-Pat Foley
How about:
Anthem (We Are he Fire) by Trivium (chorus)
On a comical note:
Bawitdaba – Kid Rock (HAHA)
"It's hard to win 97 games, it's hard to win the division. Our attitude is if you get in every year, you get in most of the time, sooner or later you are going to knock that door down." -- Jim Hendry
While you're weilding the power of the blog.
How about getting people to quite the irritating whistling during the games. You can even hear it on the TV broadcast.
I don't really mind the song as is right now but what I'd really like to see them do
is have Pellico play the little “here come the hawks” bit on the organ right after the goal, always loved hearing that
Lets Go Hawks!
Screw the song, win the damn game
Not really sure how the rest of you watch Hawks games but I’m usually drinkin. After a couple or 12 beers the need to chant / yell stupid shit increases and coordination / speech goes through the window. I really don’t care what song plays after a goal as long as it’s something simple I can scream loud while drunk off my ass. Dagger happens to fit the bill nicely as I’ve had no problem belting this out in the UC, bars and anywhere esle I’m watchin the game hammered drunk. If this really bothers you that much consider re-shufflin your priorities and focus on something I don’t know, a little more important? Say winning the fuckin game?
"That rug really tied the room together did it not"
by ogie_ogilthorpe on Aug 25, 2009 10:10 AM CDT reply actions
when a Hawk player takes a high stick to the face the music monkey can roll out Harper’s “please bleed” in anticipation of picking up a double minor.
by Crease Monkey on Aug 25, 2009 3:30 PM CDT up reply actions
not sure they'd want to remind fans of "innocent criminals"
what with Kane’s situation and all
Official BYB Juju Consultant...now accepting rally creature applications!
Has anyone mentioned that playing British music is part of Bettman’s conspiracy to open an expansion team in London?
Knowing Bettman
He probably wants to have a team in a desert, probably Egypt or somewhere around those parts.
LET'S GO HAWKS!!!
Doesn't the Coyotes count?
As his Desert team. Or are you expecting them to be moved to Hamilton, ON so you are speaking for a future Bettman team
One thing we should all be able to agree on
Fugazi’s “Waiting Room” needs to be used whenever anyone takes a penalty and goes to the box.
www.secondcityhockey.com
It's a bird, it's a plane, it's a goddamn shame.
by McClure on Aug 25, 2009 3:34 PM CDT reply actions 1 recs
Fugazi's
“turnover” could be the theme song for next season’s off-season in general as well.
by Crease Monkey on Aug 25, 2009 3:35 PM CDT up reply actions
I agree with this
rec’d
If you want to crown em...
by JohnnyTruant on Aug 26, 2009 11:09 AM CDT up reply actions
when Nickelback5, or Buf notch a goal – Archers of Loaf’s “Underachievers March & Fight Song” would be great…
Yumpin’ yimminy, That was horrible. How the hell do I get my two minutes back?
SHOOOOOOOT IT!!!! Anon
by burpchelischili on Aug 25, 2009 6:35 PM CDT up reply actions
A.o.L
are an acquired taste…they fall into that realm of indie rock with Pavement & Superchunk, but c’mon that song would be hilarious for Sopel or Buf goal celebrations.
by Crease Monkey on Aug 25, 2009 8:23 PM CDT up reply actions
I think I see a Sedin.
Got more soul than a sock with a hole.
by chrome on Aug 25, 2009 4:00 PM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
How embarrassing
you found the only pic of me in orange.
by russellguldin on Aug 25, 2009 5:31 PM CDT up reply actions
no....this is gay
crazy japanese, apparently this is what your country does to pass the time when you suck at hockey.
mildly, NSFW (all CGI tho) http://www.gametrailers.com/user-movie/strange-japanese-commercial/328189
Think of it this way, folks. It could be worse.
We could be in Nashville (“I like it, I love it, I want some more of it!”) or Los Angeles (“I loooooove LA!”).
That ball hit deep! Way back! You can put it on the boooaaaard...YES!
Long drive into deep right center field! This ball is OUTTA HEEERRRREE!
R.I.P. Harry Kalas 4-13-09
or
not necessarily their goal scoring song, but in Detroit late in the 3rd they play that God awful Journey song every game…thankfully I don’t know the actual song title but it goes something like “just a city boy…born and raised in south Detroit”…that crap would make me want to Nick Drake myself…
by Crease Monkey on Aug 25, 2009 4:23 PM CDT up reply actions
That's "Don't Stop Believin"
The song that the White Sox adopted for their playoff run in ’05.
That ball hit deep! Way back! You can put it on the boooaaaard...YES!
Long drive into deep right center field! This ball is OUTTA HEEERRRREE!
R.I.P. Harry Kalas 4-13-09
yeah I thought that was it. I am familiar with the ‘05 Sox usage and the Sox even bringing in Steve Perry for the parade in a cringeworthy moment for the ages. Between that and Gordo Beckham’s walk-up music that would be hard to stomach on a daily basis. Just goes to show the music the Hawks are using isn’t as bad as it could be.
by Crease Monkey on Aug 25, 2009 6:33 PM CDT up reply actions
Sox fans love Beckham's music
The crowd at the park sings along to the chorus. It’s awesome.
“I just wanna use your love toniiiiight…”
That ball hit deep! Way back! You can put it on the boooaaaard...YES!
Long drive into deep right center field! This ball is OUTTA HEEERRRREE!
R.I.P. Harry Kalas 4-13-09
AJ's walk out music....
Is way worse than Bacon’s. It is a different kind of worse, like “is that really music” worse.
"If you're scared, go buy a dog" - Stacey King
Great examples
of two songs that are fucking horrible. I especially hate LA’s song since I have a few friends out there that send me a link to those songs after a dodgers or kings win
Team Canada
Olympic Camp underway. Here’s a post with a few comments by DK. I’ll make a fan post after attending Thursday night’s Red & White scrimmage. Sorry to detract from the serious(ly gay) biz at hand.
"Call Detroit, tell dem... BULLSHIT!"
Alright, I’ll throw in my bid for goal song as well – “We’ll Be Here Tomorrow” by Chicago’s own Effigies:
Where do we go once we’ve seen the edge?
Do we jump or do we pick spots to defend?
Not much of a choice but there it is
Once you see it you’ll know that’s all there is
We’ll be here tomorrow, with what we’ve said today
"Call Detroit, tell dem... BULLSHIT!"
nice
Effigies reference….best punk band to come out of Chicagoland. Hearing an Effigies song at a sporting event would seem odd given the general politico bent of their music but hey I’m in.
by Crease Monkey on Aug 25, 2009 6:37 PM CDT up reply actions
It's impressive
The lengths that Betteman and his cronies will go to deny Balsille a chance to buy a NHL team. Does this remind anyone else of Caddyshack?
Bushwood: Betteman and the NHL
Jim Balsille: Rodney Dangerfield
by AirTrafficAJ on Aug 25, 2009 11:52 PM CDT up reply actions
And to think the conspiracy couldn't get any worse
Now it has been reported on TSN that the NHL (Yes the NHL itself) has submitted a bid to purchase the Coyotes through the bancruptcy auction. Is Bettman getting his advice from his Board of Governors or Martha Stewart? Or both?
Listen to this, according to Daly (Gary’s lapdog) this move “is necessary at this time in order to maximize the value of the club assets for the benefit of the club’s creditors…”. Who are they kidding? The best move at this moment is to accept Balsille’s bid if that is truly what the NHL’s best interests are which are supposed to be for the best of the team and it’s creditors, but we all know better.
There are so many better and easier solutions to this mess, but thankfully (as a Hawks fan) Bettman and his cronies at the B.O.G. haven’t come up with one which has totally taken some of the heat off of Kane and the Hawks dyfunctional managerial decisions.
The saga continues…
It's never about the eventual destination, but rather the long journey and its challenging obstacles that are presented and what it takes to overcome them, that makes the taste of success all the more worthwhile!!!
Hockey in Chicago means 2 things to me
Chelsea Dagger for the Hawks
And Will Smith – Boom Shake The Room for the Icehogs,
Both are excellent, and I hope they keep them around for a while (I know the hogs will)
The song is a disgrace...
But only the first step in John McDonough’s Wriglafication of this franchise.
2) get ready for pink Hawks jerseys!
3) buy ten dollar fritters from Dunkin Donuts’ Stan Mikita Donuts in lot C.
4) cheer along with lifelong Hawks fans Rascall Flatts as they wave from the Zamboni.
We Hawks fans were always the best fan group of Chicago. Loyal. Smart. Passionate as hell. Loud.
If that song doesn’t make you Hulk out, I don’t want you at the UC. Seriously. Watch the game from Barleycorn.
It’s only the start people. Only the start.
Somedays, I really miss Rocky.
'Next year''s are for Cub fans!
Once again, I can't tell if this is sarcastic or not.
If it is: I give you a B+. The sarcasm is a bit too subtle.
If it’s not: how are those townhall meetings going?
NOW STOP IT RIGHT HERE
Not sarcastic
And what does hating a diabolical earworm of a song have to do with health care?
Oh, and thanks for the stereotype.
You’re gay.
'Next year''s are for Cub fans!
by oscargamble33 on Aug 26, 2009 1:27 PM CDT up reply actions
You know everything
What’s my favorite writer? Am I single or not?
Get a turban, set up shot at a carnival oh wise Carnak.
Mjthor
[opens up envelope] what is white and rhymes with smug?
'Next year''s are for Cub fans!
by oscargamble33 on Aug 26, 2009 2:22 PM CDT up reply actions
Oh, and it’s “Who is my favorite writer?” Please respect the seven English teachers here.
by russellguldin on Aug 26, 2009 6:21 PM CDT up reply actions
Why should you earn respect here?
When you don’t earn respect anywhere else?
'Next year''s are for Cub fans!
by oscargamble33 on Aug 26, 2009 6:53 PM CDT up reply actions
Now who's playing Carnak?
And “oscargamble33” doesn’t rhyme with “smug” no matter how you spell it. But I’ve now learned a new way to associate “hypocrite.”
by russellguldin on Aug 27, 2009 6:43 AM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
Rec'd
I call that a nice shot.
SHOOOOOOOT IT!!!! Anon
by burpchelischili on Aug 27, 2009 6:47 PM CDT up reply actions
Yes, I'm a hypocrite
Because I don’t agree with you.
'Next year''s are for Cub fans!
by oscargamble33 on Aug 27, 2009 8:54 PM CDT up reply actions
No...
you are a hypocrite because you accused mjthor of being presumptuous:
“You know everything What’s my favorite writer? Am I single or not? Get a turban, set up shot at a carnival oh wise Carnak.”
And then presume that I receive no respect. You are, in fact, quite wrong to assume that you are wrong because you do not agree; you are wrong, again, in assuming that I am not respected.
You could instead argue your points like you do, I think successfully, below and avoid the attacks which make it difficult to see your points through the vitriol. I understand why you’d be angry, what with being a Cubs fan and all, but I like to think that the Blackhawks are all about hope this year.
Now I feel like a Georgia peanut farmer. Anybody want a house?
by russellguldin on Aug 29, 2009 8:10 PM CDT up reply actions
My sincerest apologies
I was making a cheap teacher joke. It was not meant to be presumptous.
mjthor, in assuming i am a conservative nutbag because I hate chelsea dagger, was presumptous. and smug. and a couple other things.
Your peanuts are the best!
'Next year''s are for Cub fans!
by oscargamble33 on Aug 30, 2009 11:08 AM CDT up reply actions
Uh, re-read your original post.
Do you see anything that might seem irrational and reactionary?
NOW STOP IT RIGHT HERE
A perfectly reasonable reaction
I mean, of course one’s like or dislike of a goal song is a perfect indication of their knowledge of hockey and/or commitment to the hawks.
Signed,
Hardass Ultimatum Man
"If you're scared, go buy a dog" - Stacey King
Has nothing to do with either
The song just makes us look like a bunch of circus seals. It’s truly humiliating.
And when in two years you’re next to seven pink Kane jerseys who won’t shut up, I’ll remind you of how fantastic Dagger is.
I just hope the UC area’s stays ghetto. It’s McDonough’s only hurdle.
'Next year''s are for Cub fans!
by oscargamble33 on Aug 26, 2009 1:51 PM CDT up reply actions
of course it has nothing to do with either, but that appeared to be the implication
We Hawks fans were always the best fan group of Chicago. Loyal. Smart. Passionate as hell. Loud. If that song doesn’t make you Hulk out, I don’t want you at the UC. Seriously. Watch the game from Barleycorn.
The topic was Dagger and you mentioned that Hawk fans WERE loyal and smart, and you insinuated that the hawk fanbase will lose these traits if people who like Dagger show up to the UC.
"If you're scared, go buy a dog" - Stacey King
Not insinuating
Stating…
That damn Dagger song is the trampoline onto the bandwagon.
Sure, there are plenty of ’ol Hawk fans who love that song. But I wonder how many will still like it when the seat prices are through the roof and people are having bachelorette parties at games.
I’ll be watching from home (Thanks Rocky!)- with my Pantera Bread sandwich.
'Next year''s are for Cub fans!
by oscargamble33 on Aug 26, 2009 2:17 PM CDT up reply actions
you've got that backwards
The Hawks bandwagon has nothing to do with Chelsea Dagger.
The hawks are the trampoline onto the Chelsea Dagger bandwagon.
Most fans probably wouldn’t pay too much attention to that song if it weren’t for the hawks.
You are going to see pink jerseys at the UC (pink jerseys being representative of all the things you hate about the “new” hawk fanbase) if the hawks do 2 things. 1) continue to market, 2) continue to win. If they do those 2 things it won’t matter what the goal song is. This is a simple case of you projecting your eliteist hate of new hawks fans onto a song.
"If you're scared, go buy a dog" - Stacey King
I'll remember how elitist I am
From my couch.
McDonough is the devil. Mark my words.
'Next year''s are for Cub fans!
by oscargamble33 on Aug 26, 2009 4:40 PM CDT up reply actions
well we can agree on one thing
I buy into the rumors that McD is definitely influencing things he shouldn’t be, such as Free Agent / roster moves.
I’m all for him marketing the hell out of this organization, but stay away from the GM’s office.
"If you're scared, go buy a dog" - Stacey King
McDonough marketing
Never brought any trophies to Wrigley. And If you don’t think the the Cubs ability to make bundles of money while never winning anything is not exactly why McDonough was hired, you’re not a rational person.
Tallon should have stayed. McDonough should have gone.
But I don’t have the entire national press pool in my rolodex. And I don’t believe in fairy tales.
'Next year''s are for Cub fans!
by oscargamble33 on Aug 26, 2009 5:51 PM CDT up reply actions
his marketing for the cubs never brought championships
but it certainly didn’t cost them championships. HIs marketing of the hawks isn’t going to cost them championships, but if he is making player personnel decisions, then he may actually be a detriment.
"If you're scared, go buy a dog" - Stacey King
Biased, but...
I believe his marketing is why the Cubs will need a miraculous event to win a championship. The worst thing that can happen to that franchise is winning. It will lose all ‘romance’
[gag]
Mad McDonough’s already fixing a lovable losers jacket for the Hawks. Just you watch.
'Next year''s are for Cub fans!
by oscargamble33 on Aug 26, 2009 6:56 PM CDT up reply actions
Yeah
look at how shitty the Red Sox attendance has been since they won in 2004….oh wait…crap…
twitter.com/kaner88
by Original Six on Aug 26, 2009 9:26 PM CDT up reply actions
McDouche never worked for the Red Sox
So I don’t know what that has to do with anything.
Although if Stan Bowman wants to bring Theo Epstein in as an advisor, I’m intrigued.
'Next year''s are for Cub fans!
by oscargamble33 on Aug 27, 2009 10:35 AM CDT up reply actions
Because the Red Sox were in the same boat as the Cubs. Both were “cursed” teams with some huge fanbases. Both were branded loveable losers. Then the Red Sox started winning. They lost their “romance” and spent like the Yankees. Guess how much this hurt their attendance.
twitter.com/kaner88
by Original Six on Aug 28, 2009 9:35 AM CDT up reply actions
Key phrase
Spent like the Yankees.
'Next year''s are for Cub fans!
by oscargamble33 on Aug 29, 2009 2:43 PM CDT up reply actions
????
You say it like it’s a bad thing.
SHOOOOOOOT IT!!!! Anon
by burpchelischili on Aug 29, 2009 7:23 PM CDT up reply actions
In general
It’s a good thing. I was just saying they spent money and won.
Chicago teams don’t do that.
'Next year''s are for Cub fans!
by oscargamble33 on Aug 30, 2009 11:04 AM CDT up reply actions
Maybe he is…but who cares? I never understood the fascination of worrying about the people in the stands. I bought my tickets to see the Hawks…I don’t give a crap about who’s wearing what around me. So long as it isn’t a Red Wings sweater.
by GenPabloSecobar on Aug 26, 2009 5:01 PM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
couldnt agree more
i go to the game to watch the team win. If McD does his marketing job the only thing that will happen is more people will be attracted to the team. As long as he does his job, and only HIS JOB, it shouldnt have a negative affect on the team itself. The players would rather play in a sold out building rather then in front of 9,000 people, players like seabrook and keith can attest to that. All that matters to me, and hopefully every other true hawks fan, is the team winning, and the way the team is set up right now, i dont think we have much to complain about.
Is it just me...
or is McDouche starting to remind you of Pulford? I thought Rocky was getting rid of the meddling MF’s in the organization and now it seems as if one has grown a new head. Comments anyone?
Right with you, bro
Unfortunately, lots of people here had phone calls returned for the first time since Clinton left office when McDouche arrived. They love it
Why they would want to hang out with the same clowns who swirlied them in hs?
Hey, if McDouche could market us a winner I’m all for it. But his resume makes perfectly clear that he only sells sows’ ears.
'Next year''s are for Cub fans!
by oscargamble33 on Aug 27, 2009 10:34 AM CDT up reply actions
I went to the fewest amount of games this year
Since I’ve had pocket change. So there.
It must feel good to be right.
'Next year''s are for Cub fans!
by oscargamble33 on Aug 26, 2009 2:18 PM CDT up reply actions
Watching any spontaneous human behavior is humiliating
which is why we laugh when people fall or get scared. I could give two shits about how I look when a goal is scored because I get lost in that moment. I’m not worried about posing, making sure that I look right when my team succeeds and my vicarious desires are fulfilled. Maybe you would enjoy attending the game more if you cared less about the behavior of others and their (possibly fictitious) opinion of yours. I for one would celebrate every ’Hawks goal regardless of what noise occurred after it.
by russellguldin on Aug 26, 2009 5:53 PM CDT up reply actions
Is everyday the Price of Right?
I bet you’re a big Benny Hill fan.
'Next year''s are for Cub fans!
by oscargamble33 on Aug 26, 2009 6:07 PM CDT up reply actions
Mostly for the spontaneous boob exposure. Oh, and slappy noises coming from bald guy’s heads…reminds me of the Navy!
by russellguldin on Aug 26, 2009 6:19 PM CDT up reply actions
Also, I don’t see how you are posting a relevant response to my comment. Ad hominem is considered a logical fallacy in, y’know, the western world.
by russellguldin on Aug 26, 2009 9:52 PM CDT up reply actions
I was responding to your comment
You like to go Rip Taylor when the Hawks score. I like to act like I’ve been there before. You say I’m too cool. I think you look ridiculous.
Fairly clear.
'Next year''s are for Cub fans!
by oscargamble33 on Aug 27, 2009 9:35 AM CDT up reply actions
A poster from your personal collection, I presume?
Well, you got me there. I do like to be excited; I react spontaneously to something that cannot be predicted. I’d rather like to think of myself as TO to your Marvin Harrison. I even bring a Sharpie with me.
You like being angry, don’t you?
by russellguldin on Aug 29, 2009 8:15 PM CDT up reply actions
big fan of the gong show
Until Jamie Farr screwed it all up.
'Next year''s are for Cub fans!
by oscargamble33 on Aug 30, 2009 11:10 AM CDT up reply actions
The show that provided Chuck Barris with his cover story for his Secret Squirrel missions. And Rex Reed was fucking harsh.
by russellguldin on Aug 30, 2009 2:34 PM CDT up reply actions
2) Like these? I think you’re talking about the pink jerseys that have been sold since the lockout.
twitter.com/kaner88
by Original Six on Aug 26, 2009 3:30 PM CDT up reply actions
AAAH!
Never seen those before.
They will be a giveaway during Ladies Night next year. Which will be scheduled right after Designer Hawk T-Shirt night.
Here’s to every seat being a BOT seat!
'Next year''s are for Cub fans!
by oscargamble33 on Aug 26, 2009 4:43 PM CDT up reply actions
Yeah...the good old days
17,000 empty seats and suck hockey…but REAL FANS!
by cliffkoroll on Aug 27, 2009 11:42 AM CDT up reply actions
The old days being...
When Roenick and Larmer were around. Yes, nobody ever went to games.
'Next year''s are for Cub fans!
by oscargamble33 on Aug 27, 2009 12:55 PM CDT up reply actions
The pink jerseys were around before “McDouche” was on the scene. Actually I think all the teams in the NHL sell a pink jersey.
Please stop with the whole "actually knowing something before you say it"
………you are ruining his delusion that everything he views as bad that is going to happen to the hawks will be due to john mcdonough marketing the team. Oscar of all people knows that marketing is only for organizations that want to be perennial losers.
John McDonough marketing = centuries of losing
Never mind the idea that those 2 things could be mutually exclusive, let’s bundle it all up because I hate all things Cub.
"If you're scared, go buy a dog" - Stacey King
Correction
I don’t dislike the Cubs. I root for them. Winners are good for everybody.
I think Cub fans are crazy. Their team does nothing, and they pack a falling apart dump surrounded by a bunch of drunks.
Before McDouche= crappy club, crappy empty park
After McDouche= crappy club, crappy filled park
I feel bad for Cub fans.
And I don’t why everyone has treated McDouche like he’s a savior. He markets an original six franchise with the best logo in sports. He markets the best sport to see live. He should do a good job.
Unless he killed Bill, I don’t know what he’s done.
But hey, you all know everything ’cause McDouche has been there all of one year.
'Next year''s are for Cub fans!
by oscargamble33 on Aug 27, 2009 4:36 PM CDT up reply actions
And look at the turnaround this team has undergone in that year. Granted the on-ice transformation had nothing (supposedly) to do with McD and that is the single biggest reason that the Hawks are relevant in this city again, but his marketing has undoubtedly given the team a major boost in attendance, popularity, ratings, etc. That can’t be denied.
Anyway, McD shouldn’t have much to do with the on-ice personnel decisions (in theory), much like he probably had little to do with baseball decisions with the Cubs, so the success or failure of the on-ice product has little to do with him.
Can't have it both ways
He either has nothing to do with the product on the ice or he does. He’s either the wizard behind the curtain, or he’s the guy out front selling frisbees.
Can’t be both.
His whole brand is success without winning. It’s all over the resume people.
Put the kool-aid down.
'Next year''s are for Cub fans!
by oscargamble33 on Aug 27, 2009 8:47 PM CDT up reply actions
Did you here that sound?
That woosh that just went by?
About three feet over your head?
That was a clue…
SHOOOOOOOT IT!!!! Anon
by burpchelischili on Aug 27, 2009 6:50 PM CDT up reply actions
[whistling....stares up]
I haven’t seen shit fly that fast since Burris accepted his seat.
'Next year''s are for Cub fans!
by oscargamble33 on Aug 27, 2009 8:50 PM CDT up reply actions
a sox fan with relevant new ideas........
there are drunk people at cubs games…….check
the stadium is old………check
patronizing “sympathy” for cub fans because you’ve seen 1 world series in the last 90 years while cub fans have seen 0 in the last 101……..check
Brilliant discoveries aside, I didn’t say McDonough was a savior, I don’t think anyone here did. But the idea that the hawks will not win a championship simply because McDonough is marketing the team, and furthering that idea by saying that McDonough doesn’t want this team to ever win a championship………….might just be the dumbest thing I’ve ever heard anyone say about chicago sports. Go ahead and respond in typical fashion with something that doesn’t make sense and that no one agrees with, except for obvious statements about the cubs, you’ve got those down. What are you going to tell me next, soriano isn’t a complete ballplayer, milton bradley is one of the most immature millionaire’s ever, soto is in a sophomore slump……………I clamor for your knowledge.
"If you're scared, go buy a dog" - Stacey King
My final comment
I think McDouche would like to win a championship. I also think he supports world peace.
But neither are going to pay for the detailing of his BMW.
My problem in nutshell. Don’t tie popularity to success. In Chicago, we have two gigantic examples of that trend.
When ownerships can make money without having to win, they rarely win. Especially in Chicago.
'Next year''s are for Cub fans!
by oscargamble33 on Aug 29, 2009 2:38 PM CDT up reply actions
Oh, and one does make a big difference
Just ask a virgin.
Like russellguldin, for example.
'Next year''s are for Cub fans!
by oscargamble33 on Aug 29, 2009 2:42 PM CDT up reply actions
Post, Fail
Weak attemp, two minutes in the box.
SHOOOOOOOT IT!!!! Anon
by burpchelischili on Aug 29, 2009 7:24 PM CDT up reply actions
Wow
you really don’t like me, do you? You ignorance continues to amuse me.
by russellguldin on Aug 29, 2009 8:20 PM CDT up reply actions
My bad
I felt I needed to jump on that grenade before someone turned it on me. And for good reason.
Me no not like you. Me just not making no fun.
'Next year''s are for Cub fans!
by oscargamble33 on Aug 30, 2009 11:02 AM CDT up reply actions
Good Bizarro speak
Me hope you no right for McDonough make no wins for us Blackhawks teams fans people in Chicago city. Me no want no Cubs bad losing team suck in Untied Center hockey place ever.
by russellguldin on Aug 30, 2009 2:17 PM CDT up reply actions
This is why I read Spider-man. I can understand Venom one Hell of a lot better than fucking bizzaro bullshit.
SHOOOOOOOT IT!!!! Anon
by burpchelischili on Aug 30, 2009 5:40 PM CDT up reply actions
I couldn’t stand the slobber. McFarlane needed to lay off the coke when he drew Venom.
by russellguldin on Aug 31, 2009 5:35 PM CDT up reply actions
You all are missing the point
we have to have 80’s rock involved and we have to have a beat (for the extremely inebriated) but it has to be rockin’.
The Best Song would have to be this song.
If you want to crown em...
I'm not sure about that remix version..
but if you’re name is a reference to House of Leaves I’m prepared to listen…
That is a fucking AWESOME book.
I might push to have that added to my Contemp Lit curriculum next year… though I think I’d have a lot of seniors going nuts by the end.
NOW STOP IT RIGHT HERE
it is a reference
and I have the same name on PSN network if anyone wants to play NHL 08
If you want to crown em...
by JohnnyTruant on Aug 26, 2009 2:23 PM CDT up reply actions
I can't imagine the posts all summer if Kane wasn't punching people.....
But we need a Hawk to punch someone else… if not to stop this nonsense…. :)
Now to Johnny – Though for sure I was going to be Rick Rolled there…. But if you do that just go with the original no remakes please…
I like the bluejacket’s “for those about to rock” thing….
can't you imagine how sweet it would be
First the hockey goal light would become a laser machine like a Pink Floyd Laser Show.
then if every 1/10 person had a red glow stick (randomly handed out on the way in) and the lights flashed on and off after a goal creating a strobe effect. It’d go from Hockey Game to Rave in .05 sec flat.
It would probably sell a lot of tickets
/s
If you want to crown em...
by JohnnyTruant on Aug 27, 2009 5:37 PM CDT up reply actions
I can barely stand that at Sox games!
NO! Please, no more!
No cock rock for Burish
He just said in the live chat that he’d want Keith Urban’s “Who Wouldn’t Wanna Be Me” if he could choose his goal song. Then said his tastes “more on the rock side” include Dave Matthews and Pearl Jam.
He's gotten all sensitive
from prolonged exposure to muff.
by russellguldin on Aug 26, 2009 5:46 PM CDT up reply actions
Exactly
I hate the song but love to hear it. Fuck, I hate being manipulated like that. I feel so canine.
If I can't be a good example, I'll just be a horrible warning
The truth of human experience
is that we are all not much more than very sophisticated meat machines programmed for procreation and prolonging any sensation that reminds us of the latter.
At least dogs can lick their nethers.
Sorry if I got all neo-nihilstic; I’ve had outstanding Greek wine and it tends to loosen the inner Bacchus.
by russellguldin on Aug 26, 2009 9:39 PM CDT up reply actions
last night
watching the game, Vancouver played Chelsea Dagger and my husband walks in the room and asked which Hawk scored. haha it was awesome.
http://twitter.com/hawksfansince08
by hawksfansince08 on Aug 26, 2009 9:57 PM CDT up reply actions
It appears this call was in vain!
Sadly.
I have liked the Pavlov comments though, and that bothers me a bit.
Did the 67%, as of this post, vote for Daley too? He and the 45 aldermen that voted for that fucked meter deal should be booted out of office in the next election! I prefer my public servants to be un-Pavlovian.
“Fuck the meter maids, FUCK ’em…sorry mom, I just had to do it!” -Fishbone from “Reality of My Surroundings”
The current goal song is the sad reality of my UC surroundings.
Have a great day everyone!
the parking meter thing does suck..
But my Alderman voted against the deal.. yet another reason the 35th ward is better than all others.
I guess I shouldn't have included that, since I don't really know what it's about.
NOW STOP IT RIGHT HERE
Wasn't this supposed to be about the song
We all wanted a winner. We got one. They will be good for a while. They may not win a cup, but they will compete with any and all NHL teams. They will be better this coming year than last. Yes, Hossa will be better than Havlat. Yes, Huet will be better than Khabby, and yes, 21 year old Patrick Kane will back check.
Chelsea Dagger is a great goal song. It pisses off the other teams fans. Sure Heiniken uses it, and it sounds like a soccer song, but if it pisses off the Wings, Flames, and Canuck fans, play it the entire game.
I can’t wait until one of these guys this year puts in his 50th. It will be crazy.
"Stay thirsty my friend"
You must drink Amstel
It doesn’t matter. It still makes the Wings fans mad.
"Stay thirsty my friend"
Hell, no, I don't drink Amstel.
You must drink STUPID, you STUPID PERSON.
(just going along with the spirit of the thread)
NOW STOP IT RIGHT HERE
PROPOSAL DENIED.
NOW STOP IT RIGHT HERE
by mjthor on Aug 28, 2009 9:40 AM CDT up reply actions 3 recs
I counter-propose
that no game day beer is EVER a lite beer.
If I can't be a good example, I'll just be a horrible warning
I don't think I posted any li-ght/-te beers last season...
though I did post High Life a couple times. Don’t worry, as long as I’m in charge of the beer of the game (and nobody’s taking my goddamn self-created job), you won’t see a light beer.
NOW STOP IT RIGHT HERE
Not even Bud Light Lime?
You know the beer that nobody can get in Canada? LOL What about Moosehead Light?…wait… that’s actually good. I’m sure mjthor there must be some Light beer’s you like?
Wonder if you will have any beer feeds for the pre-season? Which all I can say is thank goodness after watching the replays of the Hawks-Canucks series I suddenly have the itch. Can’t wait.
It's never about the eventual destination, but rather the long journey and its challenging obstacles that are presented and what it takes to overcome them, that makes the taste of success all the more worthwhile!!!
Ever! O.K. what about not bad.
Although I’m not a “Light” person per say but I do enjoy a refreshing beer like Corona and/or Hoegaarden especially given the weather here in Ottawa for the last 2 weeks with everyday being above 30C with the humidity inthe 75%-85% range. Yes for a while there it was that bad.
Usually I’m a Sleeman’s guy (20th anniversary). Wonder if you have ever tried it mjthor? And if you have what’s you opinion of it?
It's never about the eventual destination, but rather the long journey and its challenging obstacles that are presented and what it takes to overcome them, that makes the taste of success all the more worthwhile!!!
You know what's funny?
All the Hillbilly Red Wings fans on the West side of Michigan drink Anhueser Busch Natural Light (go ahead and correct my spelling, I don’t drink anything made by them, so I don’t have a reference). They might as well drink piss, which isn’t a bad idea for them.
I like the “Hillbilly Red Wings fans” I may change my username
"Stay thirsty my friend"
Nope
Frat boys have more money.
SHOOOOOOOT IT!!!! Anon
by burpchelischili on Aug 31, 2009 7:20 PM CDT up reply actions
Incorrect.
I would’ve accepted two responses:
1) “O RLY?”
2) “NO U”
You fail.
NOW STOP IT RIGHT HERE
Reject
I have yet to read all the comments, but the question stands: Have you no sack whatsoever? Hair metal?
What of the Stooges, Hawkwind or Les Albatross? Shit, even “Stigmata” would be preferable if you wanted to go with the hometown kid with ties to current ownership.
Kudos!
Ruby slippers for everyone!
'Next year''s are for Cub fans!
by oscargamble33 on Aug 30, 2009 11:12 AM CDT up reply actions
Real question
The real question is what music they should play when Alex Burrows is pounded into submission or victimized by a Blackhawk . . . I suggest “Concubine” by the Butthole Surfers. Maybe “Lady Sniff.”
God, that guy makes turds like Dino C and Featherstone seem like decent guys.
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