Since I have been moderating the "Metal Bands World Cup" with a lot of fun, it gave me an idea...
Why not do the same for the 'Classic Rock Bands' from all over the world?!
So, with credits to Agent_AAS for giving me the idea, here it is!!!
Ladieeeeeeees aaaaaaaaaaand gentlemeeeeeeeeen, we proudly present to you, the
_______________________________________________________________________ ### CLASSIC ROCK BANDS WORLD CUP !!! ### _______________________________________________________________________ The format of this World Cup for Classical Rock Bands is based upon the organisation schematics of the Soccer World Cup, same as the "Metal Bands World Cup" was made. It has the same rules as the Soccer Cup in terms of proceeding through, but it will follow a few rules of its own too. To elaborate the >binding rules< for this competition:
# The Group stage: -There will be 8 different groups presented in the thread, one at a time, and each group will be consisting of 5 Classical Rock Bands that will be pre-selected by me or one of the co-mods. -Every user of Armor Games has the power to give one point with one vote for one band only. So you only get to vote for one band in a group, no double voting for a single band or voting for more than one band per group. No exceptions will be made in this matter. -When one of the bands in a particular group reaches the 10 points limit, the voting for that group is over and that group will be closed for voting by me or one of the co-mods. Both the 'group winner' and the 'runner up' band will proceed to the knockout stage of this World Cup. -If two bands will reach the 10 points limit at the same time in a group, the band that reached the 10 points limit first, will automatically be declared 'group winner' and the band that reached the 10 points limit secondly, will automatically be declared 'runner up'. This rule also applies for the second place in the group. If two bands reach a similar point count for second place at the same time, the band reaching this point count first, will then automatically be declared 'runner up'. Remaining bands will be eliminated of the competition. Again, no discussions about the outcome are allowed, should this situation occur in a group.
The Knockout Stage: -After completing the Group stage, the 'group winner' of the first group will be up against the 'runner up' of the second group. The 'group winner' of the second group will be up against the 'runner up' of the first group. This scedule will be followed for the rest, to clarify: #1 Group A vs. #2 Group B (Winning band is called 'Winner I' #1 Group B vs. #2 Group A (Winning band is called 'Winner II' #1 Group C vs. #2 Group D (Winning band is called 'Winner III' #1 Group D vs. #2 Group C (Winning band is called 'Winner IV' #1 Group E vs. #2 Group F (Winning band is called 'Winner V' #1 Group F vs. #2 Group E (Winning band is called 'Winner VI' #1 Group G vs. #2 Group H (Winning band is called 'Winner VII' #1 Group H vs. #2 Group G (Winning band is called 'Winner VIII' -Like in the famous 'Battle of the Bands thread', you (again) get to vote once for one band only. -When one of the bands in this knockout battle reaches the limit of 10 points first, that band is declared the winner of the match and will proceed to the next stage in the competition. The 1/4 Finals: -The next stage, the 1/4 finals, will be held in this order: # Winner I vs. Winner V # Winner II vs. Winner VI # Winner III vs. Winner VII # Winner IV vs. Winner VIII -When one of the bands in these 1/4 final battles reaches the limit of 10 points first, that band is declared the winner of the match and will proceed to the next stage in the competition. The Semi Finals: -The semi finals will be held in the order of: # Winner I/V vs. Winner II/VI # Winner III/VII vs. Winner IV/VIII -When one of the bands in these Semi Finals battles reaches the limit of 10 points first, that band is declared the winner of the match and will proceed to the next stage in the competition. The 'Shadow Final': -A number three and four is decided in a match between both 'losing' bands from the semi finals. Again, the ranking of third and fourth place in this Final is decided upon the band that reaches the 10 points limit first. The Final match: -The Final match is held between both winning bands from the semi finals. -When one of the bands in the Final reaches the limit of 10 points first, that band is declared the winner of the competition and is crowned The 'CRBWC' Champion 2010. -The remaining band is ranked #2 in this competition. # Further rules for this competition: -You can only vote once per group and only once per knockout battle -You are obligated to give a good reasoning on why you choose the band to get your vote. ('They are the best' or 'I like them' is not accepted as a reasoning.) -There will be NO playoffs held in this competition. -You don't get to complain when 'your band' is eliminated from the competition. -Swearing and obscene language is not tolerated. Always respect the opinion(s) of the other users participating in this thread, even if you disagree on their reasoning. -The 'Armor Games Community Forum Rules and Regulations' and the 'Battle of the ... Thread Rules' are to be followed for this 'Classic Rock Bands World Cup'. They will be referred to when needed. You can find them here: Armor Games Community Forum Rules and Regulations Battle of the ... Thread Rules -'CRBWC'-Moderators: Besides me, there will be 2 persons who will help me moderate this thread. You can always ask us for help in this thread: MrDayCee goumas13 Agent_AAS >>> Attention! Official AG Administrators and Moderators will always have a binding word!<<< I hope the AG users will like and participate in this 'Classic Rock Bands World Cup'! So... ENJOY!!!
the beatles have the funniest lyrics in some of their songs. I dont know why anyone would ever want to be in an octopuses garden, especially if they arent equipped with the proper diving materials, but the beatles are great enough to do anything.
I vote The Beatles? Why? Because she loves you, yeah yeah yeah!
Four of the greatest musicians of all-time and you compare them with a Dutch rock group who most people in this era haven't heard of? This isn't the type of battle we should be showing the children!
I'm back, MrDayCee... internet and idiot issues...
This is a tough vote. The Beatles should probably get the vote because of what they accomplished. I, however, think that the Beatles are a bit overrated and are so because of great timing and management. I could see Queen or The Stones getting the vote as well, since they are just epic. However, it is my vote, and the music I love most in this group belongs to John Fogerty and Creedence Clearwater Revival. I could listen to them every day. I used to count Down On The Corner as my #1 favorite song (now it's not even my favorite CCR song, lol). So CCR gets my vote. Unfortunately I don't think they stand much of a chance because of who they're up against. Oh well. All I can do is vote and hope.
@ FloydTC : you're right, but I've been busy with a lot of personal things in 'real life', so my AG log-time has been a little 'off the track' lately... sorry...
I'll count all remaining votes and immediately present my own vote to make a final score in this group!
@ ilberic : hey! Thanx for joining us with this battle! And just in time before closure! Allthough I completely understand what you reasoning is (I had to choose between them and the Beatles myself) I have to dissapoint you with the final score in this group... sorry...
My personal vote goes to the Beatles! Since they are one of the true founders of the current Rock music we now know and enjoy! Plus they are the second group (after Status Quo) I got introduced to by my dad in his exploration on what I think of music at the age of 3!
uh, AC/DC by far and away. Always reliable and almost always fun, even funny at times. Meat Loaf I never liked, Aerosmith I do, but only a fraction compared to Angus & Co. and Guns 'n Roses is just sad at this point. Didn't last long enough to factor into this battle in my opinion. No idea who Rose Tattoo is. Maybe I'll check 'em out later, but with AC/DC in the group, it's no contest for me regardless.
AC/DC indeed! They're awesome party Rock N' Roll who have stayed true to their roots. Though not always turning out strong material, they're classics are enjoyable enough to forgive their weaknesses.
Once again, this was very difficult because I really like Meat Loaf, what a voice of Marvin Lee Aday! Guns and Roses was so hot in the '80's, too bad about Axel Rose but I wish I could vote for Slash! AC/DC was and still is a great heavy metal band. I'm not familiar with Rose Tattoo, I guess that's because that were emerging later in the '80's when "smash rock" was making Rock more violent at concerts.
Allright then! First votes are in! Allthough it's too early too tell at this point, AC/DC has taken the lead and is looking good!
But it could very well be a 'Highway to Hell' for them when they hear that either Aerosmith shouts to them to Hey! 'Walk This Way' or they both find out that GnR found the true road to 'Paradise City'! =P
Two more votes in and it created a tie between Brian Johnson's throat and Steven Tyler's... and Axel Rose is warming up to join the fight! =D But who will shout the loudest in the end? Maybe Meatloaf now 'throws' in his big mouth? =)
Still voting is a bit slow at the moment... anyone have any rock-loving-friends on AG of whom you know of that haven't looked into this competition yet? Well... tell them to check in and make it even more exciting and fun!! =D
More people = more votes = more fun! Nice summary... =P
