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!!!
And it's time for the next batch in this world cup of Classic Rock bands... =D
This time it's the second part of the bands that started the formation of the modern day Rock and Metal we know of... so this group is appropriately called...
Group E: "The Oldies II"
- Queen - Rolling Stones - Golden Earring - The Beatles - C.C.R. (Creedence Clearwater Revival)
The Rolling Stones, their tough brand of bluesy Rock N' Roll really gets me goin'! The emotional depth of much of their material also strikes a chord with me. Just one example of a perfect band!
Albeit, I do also quite enjoy CCR, Queen, and The Beatles. But Golden Earring, not as much, though I do enjoy some of their songs (particularly "Radar Love".
I vote for Creedence,(CCR, or Creedence Clear Water Revival).
Mr.DayCee, did you know Queen wasn't a band until the early 70's?
I'll try to remain calm... since I really love Queen, The Stones and I was on the floor, sitting cross-legged, watching the "Ed Sullivan's, "Really big shoe", yes that's how he pronounced show, until the Beatles' started to play and sing, "Can't Buy me Love".
Maybe if I change my name, no one will notice it's me voting for all of my faves...
I vote Queen. Although I might be biased since I never really listened much to the other bands, they're my choice. I don't know how much more awesome you can get than Bohemian Rhapsody or Don't Stop Me Now.
The Beatles, because they led the way to the rest of the groups. If it hadn't been for them, we would've gone in to doo-wop instead of back into rock, so I think they deserve some thanks for saving the world from terrible music.
If it hadn't been for them, we would've gone in to doo-wop instead of back into rock, so I think they deserve some thanks for saving the world from terrible music.
The Beatles did not do what your saying, as it never would have happened. Besides, there were much harder rocking bands than the Fab Four out there at that time. And what's wrong with doo wop, man?
Mr.DayCee, did you know Queen wasn't a band until the early 70's?
Actually... I didn't! What was the prequel of Queen then? Have to check my history on rock music it seems... =P
And because I have a 'duty' to proove those 'old rockers' of Golden Earring still have what it takes, here are some examples from a concert they gave in Ahoy in the Netherlands back in 2006:
Actually... I didn't! What was the prequel of Queen then? Have to check my history on rock music it seems... =P
I think you're doing a great job with what you've selected. In all fairness, I should have included Golden Earring with Queen since both bands are truly from the '70's. Here are just a few that I think would make a smashing group of their own?
