Metal music, horror movies, photography, tattoos and cooking.
Music
Movies
The Simpsons Movie, Death Proof, Planes, Trains and Automobiles, Grumpy Old Men, Taxi Driver, Goodfellas, Pulp Fiction, Scarface, Cool Hand Luke, Heat, National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation, The Devil’s Rejects, The Texas Chainsaw Massacre (original), Scarface, Rocky, Silence of the Lambs, The Patriot, Lethal Weapon, The Great Outdoors, Home Alone, Planet of the Apes (1968),Ice Age and Clerks.
Television
The Simpsons, Survivor, CSI, King of Queens, The Big Bang Theory, Gary Unmarried, Two and a Half Men, Criminal Minds and House.
Books
Stephen King's It. Choosing Death. Interview with a Vampire. Tarzan. The Firm. The Rogue Warrior.
Heroes
My Mom, my Step-Dad, my youngest sister, Wino and my fiance.
Oh yeah, Homer Simpson too.
Mike's Details
Status:
Engaged
Here for:
Networking, Friends
Orientation:
Straight
Hometown:
Yes, I'm really that old.
Body type:
Average
Ethnicity:
White / Caucasian
Zodiac Sign:
Sagittarius
Smoke / Drink:
No / No
Children:
Proud parent
Education:
Grad / professional school
Occupation:
Production Planner & Inventory Control Manager
Income:
$30,000 to $45,000
Mike's Schools
Moanalua High School
Honolulu, HI
Graduated: N/A
Student status: Alumni
Degree: High School Diploma
1986 to 1989
Mike The wait is over. Posted at 11:29 PM Nov 6 view more
About me: I have been listening to music forever and a fan of metal for a long time. It started out innocently enough with some hard rock bands like Kiss, AC/DC, Twisted Sister, Quiet Riot, etc (I’ve enjoyed and seen more ‘80’s hair metal bands than I will ever admit)… In time that led to Metallica, Anthrax, Testament, Megadeth, and eventually Slayer. I remember picking up Napalm Death’s Scum when it first came out. I also saw Ripping Corpse back in the day at a hole in the wall club. Over time, I have only gotten more into metal and my tastes have evolved. I think a good analogy is a learned appreciation for fine spirits. You start out underage drinking whatever you get you hands on…mostly, bad and really, cheep canned stuff. As you grow up your tastes become more refined and you become a little more choosey about what you drink. You start to develop an taste for the good things. You understand the nuances of the flavor. You will find yourself drinking differently depending on your mood, accompanying food, the setting, and/or the atmosphere. Sometimes a light beer will do. Other times you want a sturdy lager to go with that steak. Alternatively, you may find yourself at an Italian restaurant wanting a glass of red wine. No matter what though, you want the good stuff. Other times you just need a good stiff shot. That is where I am at with metal. Like a good micro-brewed beer, I have found that the less popular, less accessible stuff is usually the better stuff. You might have to hunt, but in the end, it is worth it. I do not think there is any good metal put out by major labels these days. I think the best stuff is underground (I use that term loosely because it is subjective depending on who you are talking too). I would say that my first real metal love was thrash in the ‘80’s. It is really no surprise that I still love thrash. The obvious progression from there was death metal and that is what I still spend a lot of my time listening to and looking for. Since it is all about sub-genres, I have to say my favorites are the old school-style death metal bands, technical death, doom, sludge and stoner metal/rock. I really do not get the whole metalcore/mallcore/screamo-emo thing. The longish, unkempt hair parted on the side, with bangs covering one eye, too small t-shirts and girls jeans…real metal?…REAL gay! See ‘em at a show and they are either kick boxing with air or texting on their cell to all their friends about how cool it is to be where they are…are they even paying attention to the bands…oh right, that’s not the point is it. It’s about the irony of it all. I do not think many of the younger metalheads get it. I think it is the same reason you are seeing seasoned bands creating some of the best music of their careers. I think it is also the same reason my tastes have evolved with age. It is not really about age, but maturity. That is not to say there are not some young metalheads with excellent tastes, because there are (they are more mature than most their age). It seems like there are more and more really good bands coming out of areas of the world that are somewhat isolated from current trends and scenes and that is always a good thing.
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I listen to more music now than at any other time in my life. I am lucky and I know it because I get to listen to it at my desk at work. I find myself listening almost exclusively to heavy music too (not necessarily metal, but always heavy). I used to listen to more variety, but not so much anymore. I still really appreciate and enjoy other types of music beside the heavy stuff. I am not a brooding person either. In fact, I have never been happier with my life. I have mellowed out and gained more patience and perspective. I used to have a fuse a millimeter long and a charge equal that of bunker buster. I have also never been more successful professionally and personally, funny how that works out. Coincidence? I think not. People can change especially if they allow themselves to be open to learning from their life experiences, both good and bad. If you do not you could easily self-destruct…I am talking from experience. I have settled down and have a little girl too. It does not slow me down though. I still go to shows when I can, to see bands I really like. I will travel to see ‘em too. I think you probably get the point. ___________________________________________________
About me? Besides all that? I like photography. I especially like outdoor scenery and concert photography. I am getting better all the time. I also really enjoy cooking. My favorite chefs are Emeril, Mario and Jasper White (chowda man). I don’t watch too much TV and do not read nearly as much as I wish I did. Discovery Channel, TLC, Food Network and the Travel Channels are best. Sitcom reruns from 4-8pm are like an addiction and have always been for me. I never seem to get into these shows when they are on prime time, but rerun ‘em and in the evenings and I am there. I would be embarrassed to mention some of the stuff I enjoy. Guilty pleasures for sure. I like Survivor and The Biggest Loser (is there a more inspirational and motivational show on network television?). Other than those two, network reality and game shows make me sick. MTV? No use for it. Fuse sucks too. I would love to watch more horror movies, but my better half does not like them one bit. Makes it hard you know? Compromise is a good thing though. It has led me to both appreciate Audrey Hepburn and Mary J. Blige and want to commit suicide by jumping off our second floor deck after watching Will Smith in “The Pursuit of Happyness” (it’s not even spelled right). Lastly, as I approach 40, I have finally decide to stop talking and start doing, starting with my desire to learn to play and instrument. My instrument of choice is the almighty, low and slow, bass.
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I guess that is enough. Probably more than you wanted to know “about me” if you are reading this.
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A few things I have learned along the way (some may be clich�, but all of them are true):
Love life.
Make sure the ones you love know what they mean to you.
No one is perfect.
You will make mistakes.
Foolish are those who do not learn from their mistakes.
Be patient.
You get what you give.
Learn to forgive.
Like yourself and others will like you.
What does not kill you really will make you stronger.
Anger and hate are a waste of time and energy.
You may never get a second chance, but if you do, use it wisely.
Do not ever give up.
Know when to give in.
Do not be afraid to ask for help.
Do not be afraid to help yourself by empowering yourself.
Change yourself because you want to, not because others want you to.
Accept others for who they are.
Do not get caught up in who they are not.
Learn to accept responsibility.
Be willing to admit when you make a mistake.
Don’t put off until tomorrow what you can do today.
Actions speak louder than words.
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Lastly, may you find within yourself the strength to accept the things you cannot change; courage to changes the things you can; and the wisdom to know the difference.
Lastly, may you find within yourself the strength to accept the things you cannot change; courage to changes the things you can; and the wisdom to know the difference.
Friday the 13th of November Club Texas Auburn, Me Candy Striper Death Orgy, SmokeBox, Blood Red Thrust, and The Blue Khakis... 21+ 9pm, Vendors from Artistic Creations, Prof Piercers of Maine, and more... Also the Mechanical Bull will be there! The event is being MC'd by the one and only Pantera Byron! Spread the word!!! Venors from Prof Poiercers of Maine, Artistic Creations, Ren Michele Photography, Maine Artwork and more will be there.. and they event is being recorded to air on CTN T.V. Channell 2 and 5 in portland, Me! Also Yager and PBR Specials all night!
Thanks for being our friend! We're heading into to studio in the next month so stay tuned for new songs/upcoming shows and give us a comment back and we'd be glad. Peace~
Thanks for the add!apprciate ur friendship,dark nice page though!good music taste ,keep it up!feel free to pass by anytime and comment our debut album:)thanks for supporting the underground scene!cheers from Saudi Arabia and all Grieving Age members.
our debut been mixed and mastered by Dan Swano and all artwork+logo by Aaron Stainthorpe!(My Dying Bride)
Thanks for the add Mike, and welcome to my neck of the cyber woods!
I was fortunate to be a staff songwriter for Porter Wagoner & Dolly Parton's Owepar Publishing Company at the height of their duet run of seven number one albums on RCA Records! While on their staff, Wagoner produced a progressive underground project of my music, which is my current release on the Collectibles Label titled "Real American Country."
Please have a listen to the project which demonstrates that Porter Wagoner could rock! If you have time, please shoot me some feedback! http://www.reverbnation.com/tunepak/1702368
Be sure to stop by our page at www.myspace.com/EMBRYONICDEVOURMENT for tshirts, cds, hoodies, and more!!! Dont settle for cheap 4/4 timing breakdowns - support true original spastic reptilian brulality!!! Cheers, drink up!
HEY YOU METAL HEADS!!!!! It's Send More Cops! we are hittin the studio this wednesday so come and give it a listen. We are recording the full album, but you will get a lil taste befor it is finished. ON THE SCENE FRESH AND CLEAN LIKE ITS GOD DAMN PICTURE DAY!!!!! You all ready know.
We are also planning some summer touring so if you want us to come to your town hit us up. We can talk about booking and what not. Once again thank you guys stay Metal! Horns up, the bitch is down
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