i'm sure there's been one of these in the past, but i've been seeing several instances where a thread like this would be really useful to keep bumped.

just tell us what you're looking for, or even just what you're into and what you'd like to find. a few examples below...

i'm really digging these mission of burma tracks in the DLC this week. what else should i check out if i'm unfamiliar with this sorta stuff?

i'm new to metal and would like beginners' suggestions for the various subgenres i see mentioned all over the forums.

i wanna get buff. give me energetic music recommendations i can put on my ipod and take to the gym.

i'll do my best to keep up, but it'd be awesome if others will help out.

Subscribing as a helper (when and where I can)!

Best starting point for Opeth?

Great thread idea, by the way. Kudos to you.

I could throw my hat in there to help as well. If that is cool? :D

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I could throw my hat in there to help as well. If that is cool? :D

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of course!
as evidenced by the first request for help i can't do this all on my own (i don't care for opeth). anyone's welcome to partake.

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Originally Posted by TheCrimsonSaint

Best starting point for Opeth?

Great thread idea, by the way. Kudos to you.

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Personaly i would start with Still Life. Here is a favorite from that album of mine.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=80UTrCKxb6U

I got one, recently I downloaded Mastodon's Leviathan. What do you guys suggest focusing on when first listening to the band? A overall listen to the songs doesn't seem to be clicking.

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I got one, recently I downloaded Mastodon's Leviathan. What do you guys suggest focusing on when first listening to the band? A overall listen to the songs doesn't seem to be clicking.

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Blood and Thunder, drums are amazing.
To be honest i would have picked up Blood Mountain, that album has an Ozzy feeling to it, in my opinion. Just an opinion of course.

Any one else?

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Originally Posted by benson111

Blood and Thunder, drums are amazing.
To be honest i would have picked up Blood Mountain, that album has an Ozzy feeling to it, in my opinion. Just an opinion of course.

Any one else?

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Agreed. Also, I'd love to contribute. :)

Edit: Where should I start with The Moving Sidewalks? Set Me Free just came on last.fm and I love it.

I'll help as needed. I'm not too into Opeth, so I can't help yet, but I'll help as soon as someone asks about something I enjoy.