Best Ever Albums

NHL Back of the Net thread

cestuneblague — Thu, 13 Aug 2026 17:03:17 GMT

Author: cestuneblague

Posted: 08/13/2026 21:03

Yeah it does in the end make sense why FA's would want to go to Florida, but I've lived right in Broward County, and I can tell you... it's the epitome of Fair-Weather fans. Even people there can attest that before they started contending for Stanleys, it was mostly Canadians who were attending the games. Now not a team I'm going to actively root against, which I don't find too productive these days. Other than the Blackhawks, unforgiveable what happened and the NHL "disciplinary team" for not even finding a wrist to slap.

Otherwise been an interesting off-season, I Donno about the Habs, they really need those extra enforcers to compliment their terrific scoring front-line. Bullish on the Islanders future 'cuz Schaffer's an absolute beast at 19. The Kraken are a loooooonnnngggg way from being relevant, they really need some basic oomph to their lineup.

MLB-Baseball Megathread

Romanelli — Fri, 7 Aug 2026 11:11:09 GMT

Author: Romanelli

Posted: 08/07/2026 15:11

1. The Rockies are a LOT better than last year.
2. Pray that cooler heads prevail, and that we get to have baseball in 2027.

Basketball Megathread

AfterHours — Sun, 2 Aug 2026 11:59:27 GMT

Author: AfterHours

Posted: 08/02/2026 15:59

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World Cup 2026

Johnnyo — Sat, 25 Jul 2026 10:19:41 GMT

Author: Johnnyo

Posted: 07/25/2026 14:19

bojolpif71 wrote:

No third star for France—naturally disappointed by the semi-final loss to Spain, but happy about the victory of this excellent team against Argentina, avoiding a penalty shootout that would likely have favored the Argentines (a sore subject for France, having lost two finals in that manner).

What a great game the 3rd / 4th playoff was.

As you say, Spain were justified winners. The way they went about the semi v France (who had been great through the tournament) was a masterclass in controlling a game.

European and World Champions at the same time. That doesn't happen that often

So many people care about Footsportsball now

MadhattanJack — Sun, 7 Jun 2026 19:53:24 GMT

Author: MadhattanJack

Posted: 06/07/2026 23:53

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Personally, I think they should build the new stadium in (not-as) nearby Pontiac, Illinois and then call it the "Silverdome," just to confuse old Detroit Lions fans.

Also, I know the Roches wrote the song, but this version is just way better... 🫠

Greatest Paintings, Sculpture and Architecture of All Time

AfterHours — Wed, 22 Apr 2026 22:30:33 GMT

Author: AfterHours

Posted: 04/23/2026 02:30

Richard Poore

Best Works:
7.6/10: Salisbury Cathedral (1220 - 1330) / Salisbury, Wiltshire, England [Architecture, including Stained Glass and Structural Sculpture]

Salisbury Cathedral - Richard Poore (1220 - 1330) / Salisbury, Wiltshire, England [Architecture, including Stained Glass and Structural Sculpture]

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PHOTO GALLERY: https://www.flickr.com/groups/salisburycathedral/pool/
VIRTUAL TOUR: https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=VzRuKRWTxHq
VIDEO - EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR VIEWS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W6l4wPv59XY

Best Ever Slam Dunks

AfterHours — Thu, 19 Feb 2026 00:50:47 GMT

Author: AfterHours

Posted: 02/19/2026 05:50

How about yours? Recommendations for me or your own lists/selections are very welcome!

BEST EVER SLAM DUNKS

IN PROGRESS -- JUST GETTING STARTED -- WILL BE ADDING PLENTY MORE

1. Taurian Fontenette "Air Up There" 720
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UkrkUVbz7Rk

(NOTE: Taurian "Air Up There" Fontenette is very possibly the greatest dunker in basketball history and will sooner or later have more selections added ... there are an absurd plethora of great ones to choose from, but not the most ideal selection of footage/varying angles like what is available for many NBA dunks, so this makes the selection process with him a bit more challenging...)

The above is probably #1 all time, perhaps never to be topped, with Carter's 1st dunk of the 2000 contest, as well, perhaps permanently stationed at #2 (of all creative, difficult, highly impressive dunks it is maybe the most flawless, authoritative, ever executed?). While following that is an attempt to list the rest in subsequent and sequential order, however with many more entries to be added among them, therefore the numerical order is not set at this time ... Note for my criteria: too many rankings I've seen tend to focus too exclusively on how "difficult" or even "gimmicky" the dunk is and not as much on how great it looks aesthetically and how ideally it is performed in all facets of its execution (some common high selections I've seen are even a bit clunky or awkwardly performed). Here, form and aesthetics (body control, coordination, synchronization, how the form and movement of the body looks throughout the dunk...) matters as well as how difficult or creative (or forceful or graceful, etc) it is. The "attitude" or "emotion" or "authority" (or even "grace" or "beauty", the like...), a performer puts into their dunk, where this is exhibited physically (by which I mean, not so much just in their face, but in the physical execution/performance of the dunk...) can also matter a lot. This is also a clue into why, for example, Michael Jordan or Vince Carter, despite performing (at a glance) "simpler" or less elaborate dunks than, say, some of Zach Lavine's or Aaron Gordon's in more recent years, nevertheless remain right there among them with the best. There is an artistry and perfection of form -- their physical symmetry or synchronization (using their whole body to express and compose the dunk, head to arms to torque to legs) -- which can make their best dunks look more amazing or remain more compelling than any one else performing the same or similar dunk. Compare, for example, Jordan's free throw line dunk(s) versus Levine's or others, and you will see he is using his whole body, even all his musculature, in composing and expressing the dunk all the way from the jump, through the air, to the hoop, whereas others are not doing so (or not to the same degree). Jordan is stylistically unique, as is Carter, a major point for creativity... Watch, for instance, Jordan's "Kiss the Rim" dunk again (has anyone -- ever -- been able to replicate it?), or Carter's Reverse 360 windmill just below. Keep those points in mind and you will see what I mean if you haven't already... and the order may make more sense to you even where many "modern" dunks are perhaps more difficult or more elaborate or unusual, but don't necessarily match or surpass the likes of Jordan or Carter in these other ways. So the list order is an attempt to balance all of these criteria points, overall, and in ranking them. However silly and pointless it might be...

2. Vince Carter, Reverse 360 Windmill, 2000, Slam Dunk Contest (1st Dunk)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-OJMLCF5oK4

Ja Morant, NBA Playoffs Game 5 vs Timberwolves
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zDOF56D0yo4

Julius Erving, Rock the Cradle
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YWYrjqfZqA8

Michael Jordan, Kiss the Rim, 1988, final play vs Supersonics
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/hlNJb2hWrEc

Michael Jordan, Shattering the Backboard, 1985, Italy
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=te-8MJ84834

Spud Webb, One Handed off the Bounce, 1986, Slam Dunk Contest
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/WnTrQcsfXM0

Vince Carter, Between Legs Reverse, 2000, Slam Dunk Contest
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/MdI8RIFnBZc

Michael Jordan, Free Throw Line, 1988, Slam Dunk Contest
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rzQAC8kPJxo

Aaron Gordan, Under the Legs Over the Mascot, 2016, Slam Dunk Contest
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Q6n5NE6Cb4

Zach Levine, Around the Back, Slam Dunk Contest
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dc7bQKuyIxo

Shawn Kemp, Cradle and Statue of Liberty on Alton Lister
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l2GaAWdHwsw

DeAndre Jordan, "Death of Brandon Knight" Alley Oop,
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mPN0ylFEaFo

Aaron Gordan, 360 Mailman, 2016, Slam Dunk Contest
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sGMAHpwYLV4

Kobe Bryant, Around the Back Reverse
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wVPefGvl8A8

Gerald Green, Alley Oop Windmill Head Above the Rim
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nOzo4pHTZ-M

Vince Carter, Olympics "Dunk of Death"
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k_uZeCymShQ

Spud Webb, Reverse Two Hand Off the Bounce, 1986, Slam Dunk Contest
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P6SRX1dDJO0

Kobe Bryant, Posterizing the Wizards
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/Ip1GLZQ6i8k

Michael Jordan, Cradle Dunk vs Milwaukie Bucks, 1984
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Nb7qea2hRo

video games

albummaster — Sun, 14 Sep 2025 16:43:04 GMT

Author: albummaster

Posted: 09/14/2025 20:43

Just getting back into Cyberpunk 2077 after seeing it on sale (bought on release a few years ago, but got refund as unplayable when launched)

In Remembrance Of Those Who Are Gone

CA Dreamin — Sat, 21 Jun 2025 15:43:27 GMT

Author: CA Dreamin

Posted: 06/21/2025 19:43

Been away on vacation for a while, what did I miss?

The death of Brian Wilson. Well, I didn't miss it. I heard about it of course. 2024 was a very rough year for Brian. The simultaneous death of his wife, and his diagnosis of dementia was heartbreaking to hear. Not to be morbid, but I had the feeling he wasn't gonna live much longer when I heard that news last year. At least his suffering is over now.

Pet Sounds was a life-changer for the music industry. Brian broke contemporary standards of musical compositions and mixing never done before in pop music. His lyrics became more personal and downbeat. It was a total rejection of what the world expected from The Beach Boys, who were mostly famous for producing fun summer time hits up until that point. Needless to say, it paid off. Pet Sounds became a crowning achievement in album production, creating a legacy that lived on for generations. Including my generation. Pet Sounds was also a life-changer for me, although I first listened to it some 40 years later. I was left in awe. It immediately entered the upper ranks of my favorite albums, and it's never left. It was so moving. It opened my eyes and ears. I felt like I had an understanding with Brian Wilson. All I could say after I listened to Pet Sounds over and over again in my teens, was "Thank you, Brian." And now that he's gone, I'll add this: Thank you, Brian. You will be missed. God only knows what we'd be without you.

Booktalk

BozoTyrannus — Thu, 19 Jun 2025 14:52:04 GMT

Author: BozoTyrannus

Posted: 06/19/2025 18:52

I'm 150 pages into Infinite Jest and it is an absolute delight so far. My objective is to have it finished within the next two or three months.

Random chat

SuedeSwede — Thu, 29 May 2025 18:14:09 GMT

Author: SuedeSwede

Posted: 05/29/2025 22:14

best ever forum �'�

National and World Days

LTSings — Tue, 29 Apr 2025 10:52:53 GMT

Author: LTSings

Posted: 04/29/2025 14:52

I just went back to that same site, and it says today is National Zipper Day. How silly is that? It says tomorrow is International Jazz Day. That one's OK.

Comic Strips

LTSings — Sun, 13 Apr 2025 02:10:37 GMT

Author: LTSings

Posted: 04/13/2025 06:10

The entire "Dennis the Menace" TV series can be watched on YouTube for free, if anyone is interested. There are 4 seasons, 146 episodes.

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL5NztToIINcPciDVG0lF5-Tekbm-eeqDb

Relaxing Sounds

LTSings — Sat, 12 Oct 2024 03:55:35 GMT

Author: LTSings

Posted: 10/12/2024 07:55

This one has rain, wind and ocean waves. Three sounds that I love, together.

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How do I submit a change for a track or an album?

albummaster — Wed, 13 Jan 2021 04:09:46 GMT

Author: albummaster

Posted: 01/13/2021 09:09

Hi, if there are incorrect tracks, please just use the comments field to let us know the track(s) that are wrong and the correct spelling e.g. track 5 should be XYZ, track 8 should be ABC etc. There's no need to write all of the songs, just the ones that are wrong. If there are more than just a few wrong tracks, you could instead just supply a URL to the correct track listing on an external website to save writing them all down.

Overall chart history with ratings?

albummaster — Wed, 11 Nov 2020 04:56:37 GMT

Author: albummaster

Posted: 11/11/2020 09:56

Hi Mauve, it's not currently possible to view the history of the average ratings on the site, but it's something that might be possible to implement in the future (the data is already captured in the background so would just need to be presented). FWIW, the rating was 88 four years ago (not changed a lot).

Which artists forever changed your oerception of music?

Spyglass — Mon, 6 Apr 2020 10:41:37 GMT

Author: Spyglass

Posted: 04/06/2020 14:41

Boris' Flood and Feedbacker gave me something special to look for in my least favorite style: drone. Without them, Tim Hecker might have flown over my head.

Need help with ze profile

albummaster — Mon, 19 Feb 2018 03:24:51 GMT

Author: albummaster

Posted: 02/19/2018 08:24

Hi, sorry for the problem. Are you receiving this message on the edit profile screen?

What are you watching on the TV-elly?

stangetzaway — Sun, 5 Feb 2017 22:28:56 GMT

Author: stangetzaway

Posted: 02/06/2017 03:28

The Affair S2 9.5

Developing into probably the most brilliant show on t.v at tbe present. Excellent story construction and plot twists thst keep flipping the show on it's head. Multiple character viewpoints and several shocks right at the end leave the Affair at the tipity top of the binge watch tree.

Movie Rankings Thread

Hayden — Sat, 4 Feb 2017 11:06:14 GMT

Author: Hayden

Posted: 02/04/2017 16:06

Skinny wrote:

For trill, how you gonna have four of their best in your bottom six?

I think I know the four you're talking about (well, three anyway). I've only seen it twice, but The Princess and The Frog is easily one of Disney's most under appreciated films. It'd easily land in my top 10. The Aristocats would be pretty high up there as well.

And might as well:

Pedro Almodóvar ranked

1. Volver
2. The Skin I Live In
3. All About My Mother
4. Julieta
5. Talk To Her
6. Women On The Verge of A Nervous Breakdown
7. Atame
8. Broken Embraces