Dipsytito Posted March 23, 2011 Share Posted March 23, 2011 (edited) From Mike's blog: This is "Issho Ni," the Linkin Park song we contributed to www.downloadtodonate.org. I saw a bunch of comments that: 1.) you thought it should have been structured in a different way because you wanted more "action" earlier in the song, and 2.) you thought there should have been vocals. I'll tell you what: you guys edit it, add vocals, sample it, do whatever you like--I'll let you finish the song. The vocals don't have to be about Japan, they can be about whatever. Sing, rap, rearrange, remix, write new material, whatever....and I'll post the best versions I hear up here on www.mikeshinoda.com. Edit: Mike removed the post on his blog Edited March 24, 2011 by Dipsytito Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sotrix Posted March 23, 2011 Share Posted March 23, 2011 This is a good idea, outsourcing your job to fans. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joeso Posted March 23, 2011 Share Posted March 23, 2011 Must. Take. Advantage. Of. This. ASAP. Lol. This was a good idea on Mike's part Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ashwhisker Posted March 23, 2011 Share Posted March 23, 2011 This seems kind of bitchy, whether it was meant to be or not. Like, "you think it should've been like this? then fuck you, go make it like that then". Just my impression. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Borellus Posted March 23, 2011 Share Posted March 23, 2011 This seems kind of bitchy, whether it was meant to be or not. Like, "you think it should've been like this? then fuck you, go make it like that then". Just my impression. I agree with that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LPxDC Posted March 24, 2011 Share Posted March 24, 2011 This seems kind of bitchy, whether it was meant to be or not. Like, "you think it should've been like this? then fuck you, go make it like that then". Just my impression. Wholeheartedly agreed, granted I dont think its the best but im not sitting there telling Mike what should have been done. Ouch lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bLePn Posted March 24, 2011 Share Posted March 24, 2011 I can't find where Mike even said that. Link? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geki Posted March 24, 2011 Share Posted March 24, 2011 I think the band should have been fully involved with this instead of just Mike. Mike is only one member of LP and probably my least favorite member of the band besides, so I am a little biased, but still. There should have been some vocals, giving the actual people suffering some hope from their favorite band, like Not Alone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reflectionist Posted March 24, 2011 Share Posted March 24, 2011 (edited) I like the idea that Linkin Park would enable their fans to express individually how to feel about Japan... the song's title seems to work well with that idea. Obviously, the 'right thing to do' is to use the opportunity to support Japan, in a way you see fit, instead of worrying about notoriety or getting your name thrown up on MS.com. Or whining about their intentions or what Mike said. Don't make it about what they can do for you, it's not for you. "We're in this together," remember? EDIT -- That said, I'm a little upset that MS took down the post with stems, because I think that would've been an absolutely great idea. Edited March 24, 2011 by Reflectionist Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xero21 Posted March 24, 2011 Share Posted March 24, 2011 This seems kind of bitchy, whether it was meant to be or not. Like, "you think it should've been like this? then fuck you, go make it like that then". Just my impression. I don't blame him. This was a quick little song made in a week to be included on an album thats sole purpose of existence is to benefit the thousands of people who are suffering from an earthquake/tsunami/nuclear meltdown/all hell breaking loose situation, and a bunch of people are on the soundcloud bitching about how it's boring. "cry me a fucking river you ass-clowns." is probably what I would have said. I'm not surprised he took down the post either, the song was made for Japan, not a remixing contest. it might look like he was using the situation in Japan for self-promotion. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geki Posted March 24, 2011 Share Posted March 24, 2011 I don't blame him. This was a quick little song made in a week to be included on an album thats sole purpose of existence is to benefit the thousands of people who are suffering from an earthquake/tsunami/nuclear meltdown/all hell breaking loose situation, and a bunch of people are on the soundcloud bitching about how it's boring. "cry me a fucking river you ass-clowns." is probably what I would have said. I'm not surprised he took down the post either, the song was made for Japan, not a remixing contest. it might look like he was using the situation in Japan for self-promotion. I agree with you somewhat, and somewhat I disagree, as well. I understand that the song was made for the benefit of the people suffering in Japan and it wasn't made to please fans. But I also think that they should have contributed something worth while. Believe it or not, a lot of people would donate if it were say, a rare LP demo or b-side with complete vocals, or something cool that we for some reason don't have like a studio cover of 20 Eyes by DBS, compared to something like Issho Ni. I personally think Issho Ni is a decent track, but it's nothing great whatsoever... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xero21 Posted March 24, 2011 Share Posted March 24, 2011 I agree with you somewhat, and somewhat I disagree, as well. I understand that the song was made for the benefit of the people suffering in Japan and it wasn't made to please fans. But I also think that they should have contributed something worth while. Believe it or not, a lot of people would donate if it were say, a rare LP demo or b-side with complete vocals, or something cool that we for some reason don't have like a studio cover of 20 Eyes by DBS, compared to something like Issho Ni. I personally think Issho Ni is a decent track, but it's nothing great whatsoever... It is a sad but true fact that people's donations depend on the quality of the music, even though the music is just supposed to be a bonus. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geki Posted March 24, 2011 Share Posted March 24, 2011 It is a sad but true fact that people's donations depend on the quality of the music, even though the music is just supposed to be a bonus. Is it sad...but it is true. I didn't mean to offend you or anything, I was just saying a lot of people are like that. I donate either way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joseph Posted March 24, 2011 Share Posted March 24, 2011 Did anyone download the stems before they went down? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elaine Posted March 24, 2011 Share Posted March 24, 2011 Did anyone download the stems before they went down? I don't know, but i'd love to have them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philly_Willy Posted March 24, 2011 Share Posted March 24, 2011 and now we wait for our hero to reveal themselves Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GingerLP Posted March 24, 2011 Share Posted March 24, 2011 hahaha at him taking it down. How long was that up for? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Astat Posted March 24, 2011 Share Posted March 24, 2011 Mike said this same thing about "finishing" the LPU demos and his VMA score tracks, and nothing else ever came of it, so I wouldn't get my hopes up that this will turn out any differently. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michelbeats Posted March 24, 2011 Share Posted March 24, 2011 If he posted the stems from the song woulda made the process lot more easier as far having controle over the sounds and arrangements. *Obie Trice voice* My opinion Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xero21 Posted March 24, 2011 Share Posted March 24, 2011 Is it sad...but it is true. I didn't mean to offend you or anything, I was just saying a lot of people are like that. I donate either way. Not offended. I agree with you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HybridThe0ry97 Posted March 24, 2011 Share Posted March 24, 2011 (edited) What?! Why did he remove it? I thought that was a great post... EDIT: It wasn't deleted...I still see it.. Edited March 24, 2011 by HybridThe0ry97 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Annoy Posted March 24, 2011 Share Posted March 24, 2011 There were stems, are we allowed to ask for them if anyone has them? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HybridThe0ry97 Posted March 24, 2011 Share Posted March 24, 2011 I would bet money that somebody from the LPL community has them...simply judging by the "EDIT: Mike has removed the blog post." Whoever copied the text is either an idiot or withholding something. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reflectionist Posted March 25, 2011 Share Posted March 25, 2011 Blog entry's back up... but no stems. Doesn't sound like there were any to begin with... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
florez411 Posted March 25, 2011 Share Posted March 25, 2011 Blog entry's back up... but no stems. Doesn't sound like there were any to begin with... Perhaps Mike meant additions to the actual music track, not stems. I could be wrong though as I'm just aware of the blog post by Mike in the first place. Sorry I've been away for a long time, a lot of personal issues, but I'm back and feeling a lot better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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