Alewex Posted June 22, 2015 Share Posted June 22, 2015 I rarely agree with Castro, but I have to say, I'm not really feeling this song either. I do think it's got potential on the radio, it's very much in line with what's on the radio in terms of male-fronted rap these days. But holy crap, Mike's fake tough guy voice has GOT to go. It's embarrasing. Like, shuffle your feet, avoid eye contact, and lie about it when someone asks "Isn't that the dude from Linkin Park?" embarrasing. Mike's perfectly capable of writing good verses without slurring his speech like he just stepped off the streets of Chicago. He's a half Japanese, half white guy from a pretty well-to-do family in one of the nicer Los Angeles neighborhoods. Mike Shinoda is not gangsta, but he's good enough at what he does that he shouldn't have to pretend to be. The first Fort Minor record had a handful of good songs on it. This song is more cringeworthy than the worst song from that record, though. That's your point of view and I can't change that, but I think you're really wrong. I don't see why this should be embarrasing, you don't have to be a "gangsta" or come from Chicago to "write good verse without slurring his speech", and the song is clearly saying it... he doesn't care anymore if he gets criticized about what he does. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spraypaintninkpens Posted June 22, 2015 Share Posted June 22, 2015 This song is fire! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andros Posted June 22, 2015 Share Posted June 22, 2015 Someone can put the resume of the periscope chat? Please. And the song is good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jesper Posted June 22, 2015 Share Posted June 22, 2015 The vinyl looks cool, but I don't have the money atm to buy it, but I also find it a little expensive, even though I get it is very limited Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RogueSoul Posted June 22, 2015 Author Share Posted June 22, 2015 Periscope summary: - He'll be playing Welcome during LP shows - No other songs, but FM is now his way of getting songs that worked out like Welcome out - No full tour planned but several shows - He did the artwork on his own - FM is his solo project: he compared it to NIN, in that Reznor brings in others to work with (SOB) Watch here: https://www.periscope.tv/w/aFeYzjY2NzA5M3wyNjg0NDU2NFsyWvW5P0QXNxgrOFeilRIUSNSFFAiCHPJp9Bu6nMzv Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Braininator Posted June 22, 2015 Share Posted June 22, 2015 Periscope summary: - He'll be playing Welcome during LP shows Which would be great if they dropped something like the Ballad Medley for it, but it could very well take the place of Mike's solo (that said, the RTM verse is getting a little stale). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andros Posted June 22, 2015 Share Posted June 22, 2015 Thanks Soul! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vector09 Posted June 22, 2015 Share Posted June 22, 2015 Anyone could list the lyrics plz Appreciate that Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skyzlmt Posted June 22, 2015 Share Posted June 22, 2015 Ugh. Got the deluxe just because I'm a Mike Art whore. Will probably pick up a couple more with the inevitable price drops in a couple months. Better get a full album and another art show! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spraypaintninkpens Posted June 22, 2015 Share Posted June 22, 2015 I'm 1000% shocked there's no album planned to drop in November. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
linkinparkfan17 Posted June 22, 2015 Share Posted June 22, 2015 I need more Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stranger Posted June 22, 2015 Share Posted June 22, 2015 Add-on on Mike's single cover: The font was designed by himself using Adobe Illustrator starting from his handwriting and turn into that font. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spraypaintninkpens Posted June 22, 2015 Share Posted June 22, 2015 (edited) This song is awesome but I'm seriously going to have withdraws if this is all we get. I feel like an addict who needs his fix. This is such a high/low emotional swing. Edit: Okay, you know what, I call bullshit on this only being a one song thing. I'm sorry but I don't believe that despite what Mike says. Edited June 22, 2015 by spraypaintninkpens Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GlassCastles Posted June 22, 2015 Share Posted June 22, 2015 Edit: Okay, you know what, I call bullshit on this only being a one song thing. I'm sorry but I don't believe that despite what Mike says. Why are you doubting yourself? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
linkinparkfan17 Posted June 22, 2015 Share Posted June 22, 2015 Why does it remind me of burn it down? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mesck547 Posted June 22, 2015 Share Posted June 22, 2015 Why does it remind me of burn it down? The synth probably. The way I see it, Mike only has one song for now, but he's gonna keep working on FM stuff and release them as sinles/EP's in the future. This song is pretty much his way to announce he's bringing FM back. This lines up with what he said on Periscope and the lyrics of the song ("Let's take it out for another spin again, I don't give a fuck if I win again"). As I mentioned before, I think this song is awesome, and I'm really enjoying it right now. Excited to see what Mike has to say on Conan, I belive he'll give us some more information about the direction FM is going at. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smarky Posted June 22, 2015 Share Posted June 22, 2015 Hmm repackaged Rising Tied deluxe package with some new songs / remixes and merc etc for 10 year anniversary in Novemeber ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JordanLP Posted June 22, 2015 Share Posted June 22, 2015 I Like the song but I'm very confused. Mike said that he was kinda over everybody replicating the indie sound, Now he releases this. I was hoping for a more underground sound. I wonder what Rakim would think about Welcome.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stranger Posted June 22, 2015 Share Posted June 22, 2015 I Like the song but I'm very confused. Mike said that he was kinda over everybody replicating the indie sound, Now he releases this. I was hoping for a more underground sound. I wonder what Rakim would think about Welcome.... this is not indie. what you mean by "indie"? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
linkinparkfan17 Posted June 22, 2015 Share Posted June 22, 2015 My favourite fort minor song Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jani Posted June 22, 2015 Share Posted June 22, 2015 (edited) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r7Ig7--nnLk Mike confirmed there won't be an album. Edited June 22, 2015 by Shaco Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LinkinMark Posted June 22, 2015 Share Posted June 22, 2015 Mike said he painted a huge mural for the video and Ryu posted pictures with Mike there so he must've known about it. Therefore, trust no one Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JordanLP Posted June 22, 2015 Share Posted June 22, 2015 (edited) Cmon dude, it has a indie kind of vibe. I like the production, I was just hoping for something a bit more exciting, after 10 years! Edited June 22, 2015 by JordanLP Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stranger Posted June 22, 2015 Share Posted June 22, 2015 Cmon dude, it has a indie kind of vibe. I like the production, I was just hoping for something a bit more exciting, after 10 years! Idk. to me, this song is not even close to indie stuff. not sure how you defined it but everyone has their own opinions. i guess you must labelled recent Eminem stuff like "Headlights (feat. Nate Ruess)" as indie stuff too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anality Posted June 22, 2015 Share Posted June 22, 2015 I logged back into my account just to say that I lost my shit when I found out this was released. That is all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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