"ROCK BAND" WEEK - IGN - Day 1

[chaopolis]

Greetings all.

Day 1 of IGN's Rock Band Week is here. I figured with the overloading of the previous announcement of Rock Band Week on IGN forum, that it's only fair we start one for the ACTUAL first day of it.

TODAY'S ANNOUNCEMENT(S)
NEW SONG: FLIRTIN' WITH DISASTER - Molly Hatchet

Here's the link... Flirtin' With Disaster (http://xbox360.ign.com/articles/827/827329p1.html)

Discuss...

[Bakkster]

TODAY'S ANNOUNCEMENT(S)
NEW SONG: FLIRTIN' WITH DISASTER - Molly Hatchet

Hells yes! Classic Rock FTW!

Good drums too.

In case I didn't make it clear: HOLY CRAP YES!!! :eek: :D :cool:

[Jimmik]

I guess they were right in saying we wouldn't guess it :P waiting for vid to load now.. ... ..

[toefer]

TODAY'S ANNOUNCEMENT(S)
NEW SONG: FLIRTIN' WITH DISASTER - Molly Hatchet


Well, that explains two things:

1) Why IGN got to unveil a song (good one, but not great)
2) Why they said that things would get "bigger and better" throughout the week (they didn't set the bar that high)

[Jimmik]

Well, that explains two things:

1) Why IGN got to unveil a song (not an exciting song)
2) Why they said it things would get "bigger and better" throughout the week (they set the bar low)

ouch:rolleyes: Don't be hatin!

[sa_nick]

I guess they were right in saying we wouldn't guess it :P waiting for vid to load now.. ... ..

Haha, and how!

and lol @ ur avatar pic, awesome stuff. Final Countdown for RB? lol

[espher]

Wow, definitely would not have guessed that.

YouTube Vid (http://youtube.com/watch?v=zF_I9OMd6do) (set to Swordfish).

Decent pick.

[Bakkster]

Does this help settle people's fears that guitar will be too easy?

[Maherj]

Nice tune! It's one of those songs I heard many times but never knew the name/artist. Can't wait to play this one.

[chaopolis]

Hey, question...

Would you guys prefer a different thread for each day... or should I just change this to the thread for ROCK BAND WEEK Announcements?

[espher]

Does this help settle people's fears that guitar will be too easy?

The more I listen to it the more I like it.

I have a feeling this song will kick my ass a few times.

[ThePaska]

Not exactly what I expected, but I guess it's ok. I'm looking forward to seeing how the news gets better over the week.

[Jimmik]

Haha, and how!

and lol @ ur avatar pic, awesome stuff. Final Countdown for RB? lol

hell yea, only if the singer does magic tricks on stage! err "illusions" :D

[toefer]

ouch:rolleyes: Don't be hatin!

Haha.

Well, this reminds me of a quote I read from Rigopulos in the October issue of Wired magazine.

"I've always thought 'Highway Star' as a kind of a B, B+; it's just OK. But then you're in the game, playing these crazy eighth-note bass lines, and it's like, holy sh*t this is fun!"

Is it a favorite song my mine? Definitely not. But it looks like it will be fun to play. That's all.

[vtjustinb]

I wonder if "WOOO" is going to be the quentessential vocal overdrive thing to do. God knows I'm already sick of hearing that. :P

Great song.

[Bakkster]

Hey, question...

Would you guys prefer a different thread for each day... or should I just change this to the thread for ROCK BAND WEEK Announcements?

I'd rather have 5 20-page threads than one 150-page thread. Keeps things compartmentalized (this thread talks about Flirtin' With Disaster, next about whatever is tomorrow, instead of both at once).

[tf5_bassist]

Since IGN (and almost every other big games site) is blocked at work, can someone copy/paste the article here for those of us behind stupid firewalls and proxies? :D

[espher]

Since IGN (and almost every other big games site) is blocked at work, can someone copy/paste the article here for those of us behind stupid firewalls and proxies? :D

Rock Band is Flirting with Disaster
Another song revealed.
by Hilary Goldstein

October 15, 2007 - The quintessential Southern rock band is Lynyrd Skynyrd. But one of the most recognizable Southern rock songs is actually by lesser-known Molly Hatchet. "Flirting with Disaster," the title track from Hatchet's second album (released in 1979) is the latest song added to the growing list for Harmonix's Rock Band.

The Ignorant Sluts, IGN's tribute band, had the chance to play "Flirting with Disaster" the other day. Be warned: This song nearly killed us. Listed as one of the toughest songs in Rock Band, "Disaster" will test the strength of every member of your band. Roper, the Ignorant Slut's dummer, nearly broke down in tears by the end of the song and bassist Davey Clay called it "the most ridiculous and awesome bassline of all time."


Keep it tuned to IGN as we bring you new Rock Band stories every day this week.

[Quastor]

I'd rather have 5 20-page threads than one 150-page thread. Keeps things compartmentalized (this thread talks about Flirtin' With Disaster, next about whatever is tomorrow, instead of both at once).

Agreed.

As many have said, it's certainly not an extremely well known song, but it certainly sounds fun to play. It's ok in my book.

[logicalnoise]

fun song, huzzah! I always have the most fun the southern rock songs. Freebird, Texas flood, rockin roll hoochie koo are all a blast I;'d expect this to be the same.

[Keebler]

Agreed.

As many have said, it's certainly not an extremely well known song, but it certainly sounds fun to play. It's ok in my book.

Agreed.


I just hope we get some blockbuster tracks later this week.

[Jimmik]

Here's to this week! Let's hope they release info earlier in the day the next few days - waking up and checking the forums nonstop until after noon is a bad thing to do for an entire week :D Better than nothing, maybe I should watch what I say hehe

[masterx1918]

holy f-ing crap I suggested Flirtin' with Disaster like 100 times. I am so stoked. amzing guitar solo's in this song. INCREDIBLE SONG thank you harmonix one of my favorite tunes and one of my most wanted RB songs.

And this is a blockbuster track IMO. You have definitely heard this song before.

[toefer]

Here's to this week! Let's hope they release info earlier in the day the next few days - waking up and checking the forums nonstop until after noon is a bad thing to do for an entire week :D Better than nothing, maybe I should watch what I say hehe

As mentioned earlier, IGN is in the Bay Area, so its unlikely to see anything before 12pm eastern time.

[Jimmik]

As mentioned earlier, IGN is in the Bay Area, so its unlikely to see anything before 12pm eastern time.

gah! oh well, thanks for the info. sorry I didn't read that earlier. Makes sense, though

[masterx1918]

you guys should be pumped this song is in this game.

[Eman311]

least favorite song announced so far. bet it'll be fun though

[mobhit101]

I wonder if "WOOO" is going to be the quentessential vocal overdrive thing to do. God knows I'm already sick of hearing that. :P

Great song.

w0rd... I'm pretty damn sick of the Sluts doing that! Spice it up a little! Don't be lame. I'm gonna go nuts on the vocals! Can't wait to sing that opening scream in Highway Star! Awesome! :cool:

btw: This song is bad ass! Sweet solo. Southern Rock FTW!

[Apples]

I would guess this shoots down the long rumored "Sweet Home Alabama" unless they're doing that as a DLC track... like the 2 song deal with The Ramones.

I haven't heard of this song, but the doods who made Freebird have instant street cred it my book. :cool:

[CableCarrier]

I would guess this shoots down the long rumored "Sweet Home Alabama" unless they're doing that as a DLC track... like the 2 song deal with The Ramones.

I haven't heard of this song, but the doods who made Freebird have instant street cred it my book. :cool:

Different band. Free Bird is from Lynyrd Skynyrd (or however you spell it). Flirtin' With Disaster is courtesy of Molly Hatchet.

[SmokaCola]

Sweet man, I like this song a lot. And they were right, never would have guessed lol.

[tucsonovernite]

you guys should be pumped this song is in this game.

Right on great track!

[Apples]

Different band. Free Bird is from Lynyrd Skynyrd (or however you spell it). Flirtin' With Disaster is courtesy of Molly Hatchet.

Oops, thanks for the clarification. The article opens with a reference to Lynyrd Skynyrd which threw me off. Nice reading skills by me.

[Electric_Zen]

I still think Sweet Home Alabama is out. That was based off a rumor from a single guy that the song was playable at the Gamestop Manager's convention. I've seen a lot of other info come out of that convention, but absolutely nobody has seconded this rumor.

And I think that Flirtin' With Disaster is probably going to fill up the Southern Rock niche for main disc content.

[masterx1918]

yeah def. I think Sweet Home Alabama was dropped just like Welcome to the Jungle was.

[xenopherus]

It's official... Harmonix has it out for me. They have to with the crappy songs they keep revealing! Molly Hatchet!?!?! I think Artie Lange is helping Little Steven pick these songs out. Terrible, just terrible! And STILL no Queen!

[lithiumkc]

It's official... Harmonix has it out for me. They have to with the crappy songs they keep revealing! Molly Hatchet!?!?! I think Artie Lange is helping Little Steven pick these songs out. Terrible, just terrible! And STILL no Queen!

I dunno man... This song is going to be intensely hard for all but vocals. Its a pretty balanced choice.

[masterx1918]

Flirtin' With Disaster is anything but a crappy song. Once you play the song you'll take that back instantly.

[rockst01]

It's official... Harmonix has it out for me. They have to with the crappy songs they keep revealing! Molly Hatchet!?!?! I think Artie Lange is helping Little Steven pick these songs out. Terrible, just terrible! And STILL no Queen!

Dude, you might not like this song but it isn't crappy.

[TheTogfather]

Awesome freakin song. GREAT choice for Rock Band. Way to go Harmonix! Here's lookin to more throughout the week...

Woo!

[TheRocker]

Woooooo :D

[sushi111]

Never heard it.

[TheTogfather]

Never heard it.

have you listened to it yet, or are you saying that just off the title/artist? I thought I'd never heard it before either, till I listened to it and had a big 'Oh yah' moment. It's one of those that you hear quite a bit but never know the name of...

[Magnet]

Don't know it by name, but maybe I've heard it before. I'm not listening to any more announced songs until I play them in the game though. Need to save a few surprises. ;)

[FatWilma]

this song totally rocks, it's gonna be a blast to play! we're gettin down to the wire here with songs, they better have saved the best for last! (Floyd, Bloc Party)

[masterx1918]

needless to say i'm highly satisfied

[Yordakin]

Woooooo :)

[logicalnoise]

Never heard it.

http://www.amazon.com/Goin-South-Various-Artists/dp/B000050XUQ/ref=pd_bbs_6/102-1274852-5395342?ie=UTF8&s=music&qid=1192476439&sr=8-6

there's a listen link on there but honestly if you've been up late night watching tv you've probably seen the commercial for this compliation which has the song on there.

[RkBndDrmr]

Not bad at all. Not my favorite song, but a pretty decent song. Does look like it will be fun to play and I guess thats what they are shooting for.

[Tendoza]

WOW NICE!

Drums WILL be the hardest of the instruments, I think it's nearly official.

Led Zeppelin and Cream would close the deal.

[Spear_of_Destiny]

hold your nose and sing like danzig and youve got molly hatchets singer down. just kidding, im happy with this song. not blown away, but happy. :)


edit: just watched those ign videos and that group of genetic defects suck. especially the singer and the bassist. wow. the bassist looks like hes a girl doing what the divinyls are famous for. and that singer guy...hes subhuman.

[Supergeek]

WOOO!

More awesome tracks for Rock Band. The Police song can go hang, but Foreplay/Long Time and Flirtin With Disaster are both awesome!

[Rock_Starman]

Right,it's not a crappy song,it's worse than crap. Still better than the worst songs in the 4 GH games but it's terrible.

[Xzyliac]

Unguessable indeed.

IGN you disappoint yet again. Rest of the week had better own dammit.

[IErrantVentureI]

After listening to it I can honestly say I've never heard of it.

[espher]

I, for one, am looking forward to playing it. It's another one of those great-and-out-of-left-field picks.

[dlisapussy]

Well, that explains two things:

1) Why IGN got to unveil a song (good one, but not great)
2) Why they said that things would get "bigger and better" throughout the week (they didn't set the bar that high)


This explains one thing.


You god damn people expect too much.

[TheTogfather]

Man, so surprised at the negative reactions here. This song kills, it's a perfect fit and helps fill the void of southern/classic rock that has formed since some of the more recent announcements. Sure, I want bigger, badder bands/songs too, but I cannot fault them for this choice. It is a GREAT song...period.

[IErrantVentureI]

I was honestly hoping for "Beat it" by Micheal Jackson today. It has drums, bass, vocals of course, and a sweet guitar solo.

[axe990]

Im surprised how negative the reaction is. I have heard the song before, like once, but it is not only a good song, and not only fills the southern rock void, but is also a sick song for every single member of the band. Why are people so pissed?

[trilidar]

Molly Hatchet isn't exactly my personal cup-of-tea, but I can see how this is going to be a fun one to play.

**Crosses Fingers**

Please let IGN announce Immigrant Song. Please let IGN announce Immigrant Song.

tril

[rockst01]

Molly Hatchet isn't exactly my personal cup-of-tea, but I can see how this is going to be a fun one to play.

**Crosses Fingers**

Please let IGN announce Immigrant Song. Please let IGN announce Immigrant Song.

tril

More like Please let IGN announce Heartbreaker and/or Whole Lotta Love.

[sushi111]

More like Please let IGN announce Heartbreaker and/or Whole Lotta Love.

Win WIn Win WIn Win Win Win Win

[masterx1918]

yes i'm amazed you guys are disapointed with this songs. Let me just say wait until you play it to draw your conclusions. You guys will love it after you get to play it. Just give it a chance. I remember people hated Freebird being GH2's encore, and those same people ended up loving it after they played it. This is the same case.

[Kirksplosion]

Ah!!!! I was hoping for this song! I am so pumped about this. Southern rock has not been represented strongly yet, so yeah! I love Molly Hatchet...now we just need some Allman Brothers' "Ramblin' Man". Anyway, I'm excited.

What is up with all the hate for this song? I, for some reason, imagine the people hating on Molly Hatchet went crazy for OK GO when it was announced. What a joke...

Ok, don't mean to sound like a jerk, but this song is so good to me. Ah, different music tastes; wonderful isn't it?

[Xzyliac]

For the record I'm not pissed just underwhelmed.

[masterx1918]

and just as an FYI, the singer for the Ignorant Sluts did the original song no justice with that performance. He sang the song nothing like the original.

[Ultrace]

I'm not a hater, but I'm not overjoyed about this selection. There's no denying the intensity of the song and how difficult it's going to be to pull off at the higher difficulties... But as someone else put it, it's not my cup of tea. There are certainly a lot of worse songs they could have included...

[redsox91]

More like Please let IGN announce Heartbreaker and/or Whole Lotta Love.

you guys are horrible at naming the best zeppelin songs.
whole lotta love goes into a weird part in the middle of it
rock and roll would be the best.

[toefer]

I was honestly hoping for "Beat it" by Micheal Jackson today. It has drums, bass, vocals of course, and a sweet guitar solo.

Not to get off topic, but whenever I see your avatar out of the corner of my eye, I think its a Garth Brooks logo. Not sure why.

[Zammel]

Well, IGN was right, I didn't see that coming. I am glad there is some good variety in the genres, but give me some Thrash Metal or Metal in general! Hopefully IGN will announce some more songs later in the week.

[Tendoza]

People throwing Zeppelin songs everywhere!

I say: "Dazed and Confused", "Good Times Bad Times", "Ramble On" or "Achilles Last Stand"

All of those are really popular and are epic for each instrument.

"Rock and Roll" is a good choice in all, but it's length has always bugged me

[redsox91]

People throwing Zeppelin songs everywhere!

I say: "Dazed and Confused", "Good Times Bad Times", "Ramble On" or "Achilles Last Stand"

All of those are really popular and are epic for each instrument.

"Rock and Roll" is a good choice in all, but it's length has always bugged me

at least you know good zeppelin songs to sugest.

[Eman311]

you guys are horrible at naming the best zeppelin songs.
whole lotta love goes into a weird part in the middle of it
rock and roll would be the best.

Red Sox FTW :)

[masterx1918]

the chances of Led Zeppelin being in this game are....well actually on second thought there is NO chance of Zeppelin being in this game. Sad but true. If Led Zeppelin is in this game, i'll be the happiest guy on the planet, but I don't want you guys to get disapointed when they're not on the setlist. It's not happening.

[Bakkster]

I leave my computer for 2 hours and missed the traditional Piss and Moan About The New Song event! Is it too late for me to join?

Boo hoo, Flirtin With Disaster isn't my favorite song my [insert metal/modern rock band], I'm so sad.

Shall I call the Whaaaaaambulance? :p

[Tendoza]

the chances of Led Zeppelin being in this game are....well actually on second thought there is NO chance of Zeppelin being in this game. Sad but true. If Led Zeppelin is in this game, i'll be the happiest guy on the planet, but I don't want you guys to get disapointed when they're not on the setlist. It's not happening.
I think everyone assumes that as well, we're all dreaming here. But if there is that .0001% chance (because things are looking up with how Zeppelin is now). Imagine what the world would be like if Bonham didn't drink himself to death...

[TheRocker]

Eh.. we shall wait and see what news tomorrow has for us

[ThePaska]

Eh.. we shall wait and see what news tomorrow has for us

Best thing about this week of news is that it can only get better from here (according to IGN).

[TheRocker]

Best thing about this week of news is that it can only get better from here (according to IGN).

Yup , i really like how HMX has put together all of this songs and have made me actually like all of them (except for Celebrity Skin) but yeah RockBand looks solid to me. I havent been on the forums lately ThPG tomorrow :).

[MeleeMan]

What big thing could it be it's not a new song?.........Or is it a new song?

[PsycoCheerio]

Anyone expect bigger things to come from E for All this weekend? or will it be more like a PAX type event with the chance to show off the game to the public some more...

[Rock_Starman]

What is up with all the hate for this song? I, for some reason, imagine the people hating on Molly Hatchet went crazy for OK GO when it was announced. What a joke...


Not me,I had to look up OK GO and it was at the time the worst song in the game though I don't consider it bad and it's now the 3rd worst song.

I'm just sick of Flirtin with Disaster from another game and didn't really care for it to begin with.

[ThePaska]

What big thing could it be it's not a new song?.........Or is it a new song?

I'm hoping for some DLC information, in the form of both prices and songs. I don't know what else they could talk about, maybe world tour mode, and career mode?

[IErrantVentureI]

I'm sure none of you can tell, but I can't wait for the OK Go song!

[PsycoCheerio]

I'm sure none of you can tell, but I can't wait for the OK Go song!

Would have never guessed in a million years...although the music video is just amazing..

[Nitz13]

Wow, been away for a while only been doing quick check ups on released info now and then

Can't say I've ever heard flirtin' with disaster before, and after hearing it I can't say im pumped for it. I'm sure it will be fun nonetheless

[Xzyliac]

The guitar looks amazing. Mega thumbs up for that.

The more I hear it the more I get used to it actually. Even still my hopes lie in Welcome to the Jungle and a Vagiant song. MY THIRST WILL NOT BE QUENCHED UNTIL THEN!!!

[Akaymay]

For the love of GAWD kick the singer out of that group. He makes me want to stop listening to ALL music...

[Xzyliac]

For the love of GAWD kick the singer out of that group. He makes me want to stop listening to ALL music...

We should all make a petition thread and email the link to IGN. I would personally oversee it :D

[tf5_bassist]

We should all make a petition thread and email the link to IGN. I would personally oversee it :D

Let Apples do it. He'll send them a giant poster bannery thingy, with all of our angry/disgusted facial expressions on it.

[GrenadeJumper]

I would give Zeppelin as much of a chance of getting in Rockband as my band would have. Which is unlikely due to the fact that I'm not even in a band :(

[Xzyliac]

Let Apples do it. He'll send them a giant poster bannery thingy, with all of our angry/disgusted facial expressions on it.

If Apples really did support such a thing that'd be awesome.

[Young_Nastyman]

I wonder if "WOOO" is going to be the quentessential vocal overdrive thing to do. God knows I'm already sick of hearing that. :P

Great song.

I've already told all of my "bandmates" that if any of them can't think of anything more original to do other than whoo in the vocal freeform, don't do anything at all. I told them exactly this, "If you go whoo, I will rip out your throat, and shove it up your mother****ing ass!!!" I think I got the point across :D


For the love of GAWD kick the singer out of that group. He makes me want to stop listening to ALL music...

...amen brotha...amen

[Xzyliac]

I've already told all of my "bandmates" that if any of them can't think of anything more original to do other than whoo in the vocal freeform, don't do anything at all. I told them exactly this, "If you go whoo, I will rip out your throat, and shove it up your mother****ing ass!!!" I think I got the point across :D


Best band leader ever.

[peachpunker63]

I hope we get some more punk rock or metal into this game. If they dont i wont be dissappointed. Unless they dont have any punk or metal on DLC, the ill be mad.:D

[peachpunker63]

I've already told all of my "bandmates" that if any of them can't think of anything more original to do other than whoo in the vocal freeform, don't do anything at all. I told them exactly this, "If you go whoo, I will rip out your throat, and shove it up your mother****ing ass!!!" I think I got the point across

You didnt tell me this and ur in our band lol

[dlisapussy]

More like Please let IGN announce Heartbreaker and/or Whole Lotta Love.

More like please let IGN announce ANYTHING LED ZEPPELIN.




Or anything 60's please. The 60's produced the greatest music IMO, and that decade deserves its props. I'm not so much disappointed in the lack of 60's, but I'm actually shocked and confused. I thought the majority of people (with brains) understood the 60's as the greatest musical period of all time. I'm not saying it is, but one song? It's a decent song by a very good band, but I yet to see the greatest bands of all time (or if your a Beatle hater) most ''influential'' bands of all time. E.G. The Beatles, Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd, The Jimi Hendrix Experience, Cream, CCR, The Doors...

The Beatles are my favorite band, but I don't mind if they aren't in the game. I can play any Beatles song whenever I want on a real guitar, but if Led Zeppelin and Jimi Hendrix aren't in the game, HMX is just missing out on a great opportunity

[Xzyliac]

The 60s will get their due. It's just an unavoidable fact. DLC or otherwise.

[Tendoza]

Let Apples do it. He'll send them a giant poster bannery thingy, with all of our angry/disgusted facial expressions on it.
LOL

I can see it:

"To IGN"

....


Go away.

-The rock band community

[masterx1918]

I've already told all of my "bandmates" that if any of them can't think of anything more original to do other than whoo in the vocal freeform, don't do anything at all. I told them exactly this, "If you go whoo, I will rip out your throat, and shove it up your mother****ing ass!!!" I think I got the point across :D



...amen brotha...amen
I agree. sticking the microphone onto your lips and screaming WOOOOOO is the most annoying way to deploy overdrive ever. At least go "AAAAH" like Ian Gillian or something that's not WHOOOOOOOOOOO

[Xzyliac]

I agree. sticking the microphone onto your lips and screaming WOOOOOO is the most annoying way to deploy overdrive ever. At least go "AAAAH" like Ian Gillian or something that's not WHOOOOOOOOOOO

Or go all Townshend or White Zombie and say YEAH!

Woo? This ain't daytime basic cable television. We have the option to find something bettdtr to watch. At least try.

[Young_Nastyman]

You didnt tell me this and ur in our band lol

I'm strictly talking the in the same room bands, it'd be kinda pointless to tell the intarwebz bands since I can't tear your throat out :p

[e1duke]

hell yea, only if the singer does magic tricks on stage! err "illusions" :D

lol someone watch AD much?

[SmokaCola]

Or go L Jackson on their asses and yell "MOTHER ****ER!!!" as loud as you can.

[Smidget]

I've already told all of my "bandmates" that if any of them can't think of anything more original to do other than whoo in the vocal freeform, don't do anything at all. I told them exactly this, "If you go whoo, I will rip out your throat, and shove it up your mother****ing ass!!!" I think I got the point across

i think that had to be the most uncomfortable thing that happened when playing RB at PAX. The freeform came up and all of a sudden I realized all I can think the to do is go "yeeeeeeaaaahhhhh" or something, haha. Its going to be fun watching how people bring inginuity to this area. I'm preparing my burping skillz now to blow away the competition :cool: