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November 23, 2005
done.
dear diary,
it's hard to put in words how these last couple of days felt...we finally finished this album und it's safe to say that (at least as far as i'm concerned) it was the hardest project i ever worked on in my life (musically speaking and beyond)...
3 years down the road and here it is: THE MISERY INDEX: NOTES FROM THE PLAGUE YEARS
...and if there's a more fitting record title out there (i strongly doubt it)is questionable at best.
it wasn't easy and only god and 4 other dudes know how hard it really was to create this record, but when we all sat in matt's car the other day, listening to the final master, i have to admit it was well worth it...
even though i would probably not be able to go through all of it again...not just yet anyways.
but i have to admit, that these songs & interludes capture the essence of us as people, musicians and spirit souls to an extent that is frightning and cannot be lessened by any recordsalesnumber or coverstory (or lack of it)...the fact that this record will hit the streets wolrdwide next year is in itself a huge middlefinger to the music business and the evil mantra of "this is how it's usually done".
i don't think i've ever been as proud of anything i was part of...
so now we all have a couple of days off, before we start practicing for our promo-tour in europe in december...there'll be some nice suprises at these small shows in 4 european cities, so if you have a chance come by and hang out...
i personally am missing the bouncing souls play tonight in NYC, which is kind of sad, but i wanted to rest a little more and get rid of a post-tour-cold, the nice albany rainstorm brought forth...i'll be spending some time in an ashram before we start making noise again, so all i have left to say here is thank you to everyone who stood by me, making this record possible...most and foremost my family and my band!
look out for tons of shows in the new year and check out the re-issues if you haven't yet.
thank you for stopping by here at our humble web-headquarters and be safe.
robert
Posted by robertbsf at November 23, 2005 08:30 PM
Comments
just picked up Before the Eulogy tonight and I just wanted to say that I think its awesome that you guys got some of these songs out for massive public consumption..wonderful breath of life into the hardcore scene..think we could work feudal into the next US tour? can't wait to see you next time you play philly, the troc needs you like i, being a fat kid, need cake.
Posted by: Doc at November 24, 2005 02:32 AM
Wow.
I think we all have to thank YOU for all the infos, diary-entries, your shows and last but not least for your music. Your music means so much to me and I think to the other fans around the world as well. So WE have to thank you for beeing there and making such an awesome music that touches my heart. Can´t wait to get a copy of your new record, I´ll be the first in our local music store. ;)
See u in germany!
Cheers,
Tanja
Posted by: Tanja at November 24, 2005 04:44 AM
Oh Mann, bin verdammt gespannt.
Ich kann mich noch genau daran erinnern, als ich das erste mal "rookie" gehört hab und mir dabei ne dicke Gänsehaut wuchs.Danke!!
Mit Sicherheit werdet Ihr uns nicht enttäuschen.
Man sieht sich auf der nächsten Tour durch Deutschland!
Sers,
Michel
Posted by: Michel at November 24, 2005 09:49 AM
Hello,
I just can wait to buy your new record and to see you live in Germany. This year, I saw you 2 times: At the deconstruction tour in Trier and on the Southside Festival. Both were amazing concerts, although you didn´t play my favorite song: The Abominations of...! So, maybeI´ll see you again in Cologne or maybe you´ll play at Rock am Ring next year?!
Thank you for your Music!
Take care!
Christina
Posted by: Christina at November 24, 2005 01:57 PM
Hi
freu mich total auf das neue Album... Hab euch leider erst einmal gesehn, da ich leider keinen Füherschein hab, um auf eure Konzerte zu fahren. Dieses eine Mal war bei der Reconstruction Tour in Pirmasens bei Rock im Wald...War hammermäsig...Freu mich richtig, endlich das neue Album in meinen Händen zu halten.
LG Philipp
Posted by: Philipp at November 24, 2005 02:41 PM
liest robert die deutschen kommentare auch oder warum schreibt ihr hier so selbstverständlich auf deutsch?! o__O
Posted by: beachbullette at November 25, 2005 10:02 AM
You guys are amazing. I have listened to you guys since I was in the 8th grade and I'm now in college. I have all of your CDs and I just wanted to say thanks. I've listened to them hundreds of times over and I just wanted to say that you guys are my favorite band and I find it pretty cool that my thoughts are actually being played out by you guys. There is just one thing I have never got to see your show. I had mono the last time you came around, so maybe if you guys could make a stop around Louisville, KY or some place within a couple of hours it would be awesome and I would be there. I'd like to hear from you guys sometime. On another note The Power Remains the Same is seriously one of the best songs ever made, you should be proud of that.
Your old fan,
Mike
Posted by: Mike at November 26, 2005 03:56 PM
Yeah, you've been my favorite band for a while, too. The only thing I'll ever ask of you besides keeping on rocking is do a tour in Canada, preferably Manitoba.
Posted by: Revolise..? at November 26, 2005 10:00 PM
Robert ist nicht das einzige, das die deutschen Kommentare liest. Sie sind alle so interessante.
Posted by: Voltron at November 27, 2005 11:33 AM
well, i still think that everyone on this site should write in english language. i mean, we sometimes don't talk just to the band, but to each other, too, and sometimes we have rather good discussions, so i think it is better if everyone unterstands what the others write.
i'm from germany, too, but i think if i post my opinions on the homepage of an american band, it's better to write them in english so everyone can understand it.
Posted by: Andy at November 27, 2005 05:13 PM
Ich denke, dass wir in beiden Sprachen aufstellen sollen. Ich weiß von anderer Website nicht, die oft in zwei Sprachen ist. Es ist Ehrfurcht gebietend. Eigentlich soll Robert auf Deutsch aufstellen.
Posted by: Voltron at November 27, 2005 11:38 PM
dear friends.
be sure i try to read all of your comments/ideas & thoughts...be it in english and/or german...
it's nice to read german once in a while...keeps things interesting.
thank you all for your interest.
peace
robert
Posted by: robertbsf at November 28, 2005 09:43 AM
Hey guys, kickass news on the album, you all deserve big congrats, and I'm so glad you pulled through, when at times it didn't seem to be looking too good.
If the demos here on the site are anything to go by, Plauge Years will be even better than ATE or TCT combined! Big kudos, and long may it continue.
Peace,
>Ben
PS: Is your Euro tour gonna include a London date?
Posted by: Ben at November 28, 2005 03:30 PM
yes mr ben...indeed it will!
Posted by: robertbsf at November 28, 2005 06:56 PM
are u gonna stop by in serbia than or on summer???
Posted by: Marina at November 29, 2005 10:34 AM
are u gonna stop by in serbia than or on summer???
Posted by: Marina at November 29, 2005 10:35 AM
ya got 3 tickets for magnet club, yeehaw!!!
sehen euch dort,rockt die bude !!!!
Posted by: sascha+friends at November 29, 2005 05:39 PM
hey guys. you are my favorite bands and my friends are slowly becoming fans too. i guys have been an inspiration to me, someone who is called "emo" at least twice a day. i just come home, listen to The Day The Sun Went Out, and im all better. 2 questions. 1: when is The Misery Index: Notes From the Plauge Years being released in the US? 2: when is the next time you are coming to boston? i need a weekend show because my parents are over-cautious/slightly sadistic. hope to god i see you soon
Posted by: Henry at November 29, 2005 05:58 PM
you guys really do need to come to Philly more, i had to drive almot an hour to see you in Lancaster, although it was well worth it, It would be awesome if you guys could play the Troc or the Electric Factory even.
by the way im getting an In Hope tattoo on my back in about two weeks and ive been waiting for this moment for so long now.
Posted by: Kevin at December 4, 2005 12:42 PM
Hi Rob,
it`s a long time ago that we`have seen each other. Now I`m working here in China and missing all the music scene back home. Would be nice to here anything from you.
By the way, check out the side www.merkedirmalm.de. Some friends back home in Wuerzbuurch. Maybe you know them already. I think they`re creating an intresting sound.
Good luck with your new record!
Andy
Posted by: Plussi at December 6, 2005 12:40 AM
Like others who have posted, i just wanted to say thank you. A friend of mine bought after the eulogy years and years ago, and ever since then i've been hooked. To this day you guys are still my favorite band. There really aren't that many bands that stand out like you guys do. Good luck with everything.
Posted by: Ryan at December 13, 2005 10:27 PM
I guess the reason my question went unanswered is because you aren't doing a tour in Canada? Don't like the cold?
Posted by: Revolise..? at December 24, 2005 01:45 AM
eoiuoi oipgu
Posted by: Mable at November 8, 2006 06:16 AM
Still waters run deep... Rees
Posted by: Rees at November 21, 2006 10:12 AM
Circumstances alter cases... Alexander
Posted by: Alexander at November 21, 2006 10:27 AM
Extremes meet... Winifred
Posted by: Winifred at November 23, 2006 08:24 PM