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SonorKen · 10-10-2004, 02:13 PM

Where to Start?

New to the forums? Crossing over to Rock & Metal from another subforum? Whatever the case, trying to blend into these parts can be a daunting task. Some would say we're not the most welcoming bunch. They're only half wrong. Rock & Metal is the highest traffic forum on SputnikMusic, and as a result, it attracts people from all walks of life. It also means we've got a lot of things going at once. But fear not, noobs. Getting involved and incorporated is as easy as checking some of Rock & Metal's most popular threads. Go in head first. Quickly, like pulling off a band-aid.

The Rock & Metal Community Thread is a place to introduce yourself and shoot the shit. Keep ALL off topic posting to this thread: http://www.sputnikmusic.com/forums/showthread.php?t=571235

Useful Threads

Wondering if we play up to rock and metal stereotypes? Probably not. But hey, we have a photo album anyways! Check out The R&M Photo Album.
http://www.sputnikmusic.com/forums/showthread.php?t=578085

We mods can't catch everything, and that's where you, the user, comes in. If somebody is causing a ruckus, spamming or generally acting-a-fool, you can bet there's a thread for that. Visit the Report Problems/Ask Questions/Make Suggestions Thread. I assure you, it's exactly as it sounds.
http://www.sputnikmusic.com/forums/showthread.php?t=213795

Have you recently been to an excellent live show, or have tickets for an awesome gig coming up you want to show off? The R&M Live Concerts/Gig Discussion thread is what you are looking for, post here for any banter related to that last concert you went to.
http://sputnikmusic.com/forums/showthread.php?t=577150

Discover New Music

First and foremost, you should make it a point to read the R&M Iconic Albums Project. Curated by Jom and featuring contributions by the R&M user population, the R&M Iconic Albums Project features descriptions for all of the major Rock & Metal genres as well as lists of their accompanying iconic albums. It's a great point of reference for anyone who considers themselves a fan of Rock & Metal.
http://www.sputnikmusic.com/feature.php?id=5110

You can ask for recommendations in the aptly titled Official Suggestions/Recommendations Thread . There's almost no need we can't fill, but remember, this thread is not for arbitrary name drops. Ask away: http://www.sputnikmusic.com/forums/showthread.php?t=571083 If you are feeling a little more adventurous, why not try the Recommend An Album to The User Above You thread. It can be found here: http://www.sputnikmusic.com/forums/showthread.php?t=580670 Also make sure to drop by the Links to Demos, Free Releases, Out of Print Material thread from time if you want to browse for some music to download, and contribute something if you so wish: http://www.sputnikmusic.com/forums/showthread.php?t=579349

Speaking of recommendations, the What Are You Listening to Now? thread is a great way to share your tastes and pick up on others. Check it out: http://www.sputnikmusic.com/forums/showthread.php?t=561533

If you have any new albums you have just gotten in and want to talk about, or wish to see what others are checking out visit the Albums Recently Acquired thread here.
http://www.sputnikmusic.com/forums/showthread.php?t=572428

Using a plug-in that installs easily to your computer's media player, Last.FM is a website that effectively charts your listening habits. Over time, it builds charts and even gives recommendations out based on what you've been listening to. With newly added iPod support, Last.FM is a great way to track and discover new music. And wouldn't you know it, we've got a thread for that too. Share your charts and gawk at what the rest of us are digging here: http://www.sputnikmusic.com/forums/showthread.php?t=429069

Genre Specific Threads

10-10-2004, 02:13 PM	#2
SonorKen Out of the dark we came Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: That hissing sound, behind you......... Posts: 19,944	Where to Start? New to the forums? Crossing over to Rock & Metal from another subforum? Whatever the case, trying to blend into these parts can be a daunting task. Some would say we're not the most welcoming bunch. They're only half wrong. Rock & Metal is the highest traffic forum on SputnikMusic, and as a result, it attracts people from all walks of life. It also means we've got a lot of things going at once. But fear not, noobs. Getting involved and incorporated is as easy as checking some of Rock & Metal's most popular threads. Go in head first. Quickly, like pulling off a band-aid. The Rock & Metal Community Thread is a place to introduce yourself and shoot the shit. Keep ALL off topic posting to this thread: http://www.sputnikmusic.com/forums/showthread.php?t=571235 Useful Threads Wondering if we play up to rock and metal stereotypes? Probably not. But hey, we have a photo album anyways! Check out The R&M Photo Album. http://www.sputnikmusic.com/forums/showthread.php?t=578085 We mods can't catch everything, and that's where you, the user, comes in. If somebody is causing a ruckus, spamming or generally acting-a-fool, you can bet there's a thread for that. Visit the Report Problems/Ask Questions/Make Suggestions Thread. I assure you, it's exactly as it sounds. http://www.sputnikmusic.com/forums/showthread.php?t=213795 Have you recently been to an excellent live show, or have tickets for an awesome gig coming up you want to show off? The R&M Live Concerts/Gig Discussion thread is what you are looking for, post here for any banter related to that last concert you went to. http://sputnikmusic.com/forums/showthread.php?t=577150 Discover New Music First and foremost, you should make it a point to read the R&M Iconic Albums Project. Curated by Jom and featuring contributions by the R&M user population, the R&M Iconic Albums Project features descriptions for all of the major Rock & Metal genres as well as lists of their accompanying iconic albums. It's a great point of reference for anyone who considers themselves a fan of Rock & Metal. http://www.sputnikmusic.com/feature.php?id=5110 You can ask for recommendations in the aptly titled Official Suggestions/Recommendations Thread . There's almost no need we can't fill, but remember, this thread is not for arbitrary name drops. Ask away: http://www.sputnikmusic.com/forums/showthread.php?t=571083 If you are feeling a little more adventurous, why not try the Recommend An Album to The User Above You thread. It can be found here: http://www.sputnikmusic.com/forums/showthread.php?t=580670 Also make sure to drop by the Links to Demos, Free Releases, Out of Print Material thread from time if you want to browse for some music to download, and contribute something if you so wish: http://www.sputnikmusic.com/forums/showthread.php?t=579349 Speaking of recommendations, the What Are You Listening to Now? thread is a great way to share your tastes and pick up on others. Check it out: http://www.sputnikmusic.com/forums/showthread.php?t=561533 If you have any new albums you have just gotten in and want to talk about, or wish to see what others are checking out visit the Albums Recently Acquired thread here. http://www.sputnikmusic.com/forums/showthread.php?t=572428 Using a plug-in that installs easily to your computer's media player, Last.FM is a website that effectively charts your listening habits. Over time, it builds charts and even gives recommendations out based on what you've been listening to. With newly added iPod support, Last.FM is a great way to track and discover new music. And wouldn't you know it, we've got a thread for that too. Share your charts and gawk at what the rest of us are digging here: http://www.sputnikmusic.com/forums/showthread.php?t=429069 Genre Specific Threads Black Metal http://www.sputnikmusic.com/forums/showthread.php?t=538892 Christian Rock & Metal http://sputnikmusic.com/forums/showthread.php?t=532024 Country http://www.sputnikmusic.com/forums/showthread.php?t=578804 Death Metal http://www.sputnikmusic.com/forums/showthread.php?t=528770 Deathcore http://www.sputnikmusic.com/forums/showthread.php?t=573622 Doom Metal/Stoner Metal http://www.sputnikmusic.com/forums/showthread.php?t=309012 Emo/Screamo http://www.sputnikmusic.com/forums/showthread.php?t=541809 Folk http://www.sputnikmusic.com/forums/showthread.php?t=576900 Folk Metal http://www.sputnikmusic.com/forums/showthread.php?t=576735 Grind http://www.sputnikmusic.com/forums/showthread.php?t=506419 Hair Metal http://www.sputnikmusic.com/forums/showthread.php?t=578786 Industrial/Electronic/Ambient/Neofolk/Power Electronics (& Related Genres) http://www.sputnikmusic.com/forums/showthread.php?t=572712 Krautrock http://www.sputnikmusic.com/forums/showthread.php?t=575223 Metalcore http://www.sputnikmusic.com/forums/showthread.php?t=526384 Melodic Death Metal http://www.sputnikmusic.com/forums/showthread.php?t=527540 Nu-Metal http://sputnikmusic.com/forums/showthread.php?t=577483 Psychedelic Rock http://www.sputnikmusic.com/forums/showthread.php?t=574509 Power Metal http://www.sputnikmusic.com/forums/showthread.php?t=185868 Post Hardcore http://www.sputnikmusic.com/forums/showthread.php?t=578686 Post Rock/Post Metal http://www.sputnikmusic.com/forums/showthread.php?t=472132 Sludge Metal http://www.sputnikmusic.com/forums/showthread.php?t=573148 Technical Death Metal http://www.sputnikmusic.com/forums/showthread.php?t=570251 Thrash Metal http://www.sputnikmusic.com/forums/showthread.php?t=149488 Last edited by Meatplow; 02-17-2010 at 04:49 AM.