My Ramblings

CIM - Thanks!

2008-07-22T03:02:26Z

Just posted a Friend's Only review, so if you're not on my FL, you should be! ;)

All packed up for CIM!

2008-07-17T01:46:04Z

See yas Friday!

(I'm still very sick btw, but this just means doubling up on the Advil and throat spray!)

MORBID ANGEL Frontman has his bullet belt confiscated

2008-07-08T21:53:29Z

http://www.roadrunnerrecords.com/blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=100505

Oh noez!

Busy and fun weekend!

2008-07-07T11:28:16Z

So even with very little notice, we had quite a few people show up for our barbecue on Friday :) It's pretty funny actually, because people who came said it was specifically for my legendary spreads haha! My goofy friend John came too, and he once again failed to eat ANYTHING (the guy needs to quit with the Ethiopian diet!), though he had a strange fascination with putting a roasted corn in his pocket :P

Our old friend Jeff came by as well, and he brought his fancypants camera gear, saying he was looking for work. So, the guys from Deadnight were there who needed press photos, so we had him run around with the guys doing that. Some looked really cool initially, so I hope they turn out :)

We had the party in the courtyard, which was simply awesome. All the hipsters, emo kids and yuppies in our building were constantly peering out their blinds and making more errands than normal, just to get an eyeful of the people we invited over. To be honest, I don't know if I would have wanted more people than we had, because it might have gotten out of hand ;) So yeah, it worked out well.

John stayed over, and on Saturday morning, he went with us for the opening for the Bristol Ren Faire. He had never been to one before, and Bristol is one of the best in the country, so we simply had to take him along! :) It was funny too, because he served as a wonderful buffer from all the "Up In Your Face" people who you wish would leave you alone ;) Hey - you know the type I'm talking about - the ones who feel the need to point out flaws in your costume with the obviously fake accents, or who feel like they are entitled to mess with the "normies" wearing street clothes. With him opening his mouth, they totally backed off, because he definitely scared and/or offended them >:) The fact that he referred to the drinking horn he bought as his cod piece was funny enough, and frightened the bar wenches, too! LOL!

"Hey Ladies! Fill (feel) up my cod piece!"

I think that should be on a Mastercard commercial:

- Gas: $20
- Ticket to Ren Faire: $15
- Garlic mushrooms that I dream about: $4.50
- Bringing an unPC/Alcoholic/Loud-mouthed weirdo: Priceless

I was a little disappointed though, because I could tell the gas prices were taking a toll. A lot less vendors than before, and the ones who were there were more pushy than usual. I specifically wanted a new corset, and even though I wasn't seeing what I wanted, these vendors were pushing me into what they had available. Uhhh, no. I am not buying what I don't 100% love, so back off! That, and I really felt sorry for the animals there - the ponies going around in circles looked so sad :( I wish they'd stop featuring animals, at least as rides!!! (It's part of the reason I hadn't gone in the last few years.)

That night, we went to see Deadnight play at a mini fest, and it seemed like the entire regular crowd was present. The guys played REALLY good to where they got a "Wow!" out of me. Believe me, that is really rare, because at this point, I'm so cynical and jaded anymore, and it had NOTHING to do with the guys being on our label! Their new drummer is nothing short of stellar - he kept beating himself in the head while playing, which was pretty funny hehe. Jeremy looks A LOT like Steve Buscemi, and definitely works with the whole psychotic weirdo image haha! In fact, the other guys keep calling him Mr. Pink! LOL!!!!! That, and I happen to have a strange fascination with that guy, not unlike the one I have for Nicholas Cage, so uhhh... yeah. haha!

While we were there, people had us start to plan for Ron's birthday party in October. I immediately thought of our friend Aaron who owns Horan's Snug in Forest Park, since it's very accessible for everyone, be it driving or public trans, and it's right smack dab in the middle of everyone in the Chicago area. So yes, Ron's birthday party: October 18th, probably starting around 8pm, at Horan's Snug in Forest Park. I will see about letting one of our bands play there!

Yesterday was spent lounging and sleeping. We are sooo worn out! Ron's calling in today, because he was up all night with the Pepto Bismol, probably from eating leftover barbecue throughout the day LOL. He called in for me as well, since Andy never did say what my schedule was. That's fine by me, because I need to clean up around here before Pedro comes over - this place is a pig sty, once again!

CIM comin really close

2008-07-02T21:27:56Z

I got the hotel booked, the SUV reserved (hey - we genuinely need the space, and it was the cheapest large rental!!!) and we're getting all our stuff together. I'm really looking forward to going this year, as there are quite a few great bands playing. I heard this year's show will have people coming from as far away as friggin Japan for this, so I already know this is going to be something special. There are also going to be CIM shirts this year, so Ron will be buying one right away, because I'm sure they'll be gone almost immediately. He chipped in to get our logo on them, so definitely a keeper for us ;)

See yas there!
http://www.myspace.com/centralillinoismetalfest

ZeeStreet.org

2008-07-02T19:52:37Z

My brother just launched this site, which is similar to FreeCycle, but a lot easier to use.

http://www.zeestreet.org

Thought you'd like to check it out :)

I'm glad we're not the only ones who think this way!

2008-06-28T16:10:09Z

Thank. You.

Gay marriages okay'ed in California and now...

2008-06-17T22:15:23Z

Norway, too! :)

Damnit and I was shooting for Nihilist >:(

2008-06-17T20:26:31Z

Proof in da puddin' - even when I'm bad, I'm good!

What philosophy do you follow? (v1.03)
created with QuizFarm.com

You scored as Hedonism

Your life is guided by the principles of Hedonism: You believe that pleasure is a great, or the greatest, good; and you try to enjoy life’s pleasures as much as you can.

“Eat, drink, and be merry, for tomorrow we die!”

More info at Arocoun's Wikipedia User Page...

Hedonism

95%

Strong Egoism

85%

Existentialism

80%

Justice (Fairness)

50%

Kantianism

45%

Apathy

40%

Utilitarianism

25%

Nihilism

25%

Divine Command

Pagan Picnic is today! :)

2008-06-14T09:05:55Z

Here are the official specs. It is 4am, and I am already getting my shit together so I can be there right at 10am!!! :D :D :D :D :D

UPDATE: 5am - I just went and dug out all of my kitchen stuff, as I am in hopes of reinventing the term "Open Kitchen" ;) Well, that and the fact I really wanted to play with my toys ;)

UPDATE: 6am - Ron woke up and said WTF is all this shit? LOL He talked me into downgrading a couple items to the smaller versions, but still it's quite a good amount of kitchen witchery involved ;)

So if you have the day open, come on down and hang out with us! All you need to bring is yourself, your friends, food and drinks for your group (or a dish to share in a potluck) and supplies to eat with!

ECHO PICNIC 2008, Saturday June 14th, LaBagh Woods, Grove 1, Chicago

Please Pass this on and Attend:

ECHO Picnic 2008
When: Saturday, June 14th, 2008
Where: LaBagh Woods Grove 1, Chicago, Illinois (Corner of Cicero & Foster)

Family Picnic of Pagan/Magickal Community

Event

Details: For well over a decade there has been a family gathering
called ECHO Picnic in the Chicago metropolitan area for the pagan /
magickal community. This year it will be Saturday June 14, 2008 at
Grove 1 Pavilion in LaBagh Woods on Chicago’s north side near Foster
and Cicero, very close to US 94 and easily accessible by public
transportation. Come meet new friends and visit with old friends in the
forest! Start your summer joining in with fun and community!

ECHO Picnic is a do-it-yourself affair with coordinating efforts rotating
though the community yearly. Activities are those YOU the participants
want and facilitate. Grilling and favorite foods are up to you. 2008
organizers will supply some basic soft drinks, water, and finger
snacks.

Events so far this year include the morning banishing by Don and Traci followed
by the opening ritual led by Holy City Temple

ECHO Alumni Dana will be leading a Welcome Circle with A News/Announcement/Greetings from the Groups.

In the afternoon, We will have Kid and Adult Challenges, For fun and games. Kids games will have prizes.

The Closing ritual will be conducted by TBA

Other events will happen as this Do it yourself picnic means sometime we do it when we can

A networking table will be provided as a place to leave fliers, brochures
and business cards for your event, your business, or service. This is
open for everyone to use. Please bring your information along.

A Gifting/Recycling Table will be open and feel free to bring useful items that you are willing to gift/giveaway and also feel free to look and take what you want or need. This can include Books, Community Magazines, and anything that may be useful to someone.

Drums and musical instruments are welcomed.

Too fat? Get fined!

2008-06-13T18:11:41Z

Guys in Japan need to slim down - or else!

But what about the sumo wrestlers?

Got my hotel booked for CIM

2008-06-09T22:38:44Z

and I can't hardly stand the wait! Ole boy Shatner hooked me up again - $30/night for a 2 star hotel, complete with a kitchen and WiFi ;)

Damn I'm good!

CI*Fucking*M!!!

Chicago Pagan Picnic (ECHO) - anyone else going?

2008-06-09T20:31:25Z

I'm looking at going this Saturday, and I was wondering if anyone else here was planning on attending. So far, it's looking like it won't be soggy out, and it's at the big grove (#1) at LaBagh over by Cicero and Foster, so coverage is definitely being handled. :)

Obama the Antichrist?

2008-06-04T20:44:26Z

http://www.snopes.com/politics/obama/antichrist.asp

Well, Snopes says no, but I have to wonder... ;)

Ummmm - am I missing something?

2008-05-28T19:56:44Z

http://www.roadrunnerrecords.com/blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=97869

DEADNIGHT IS #1!!!

2008-05-26T13:32:55Z

Congratulations to our hometown boys - you've earned it!

KDVS, Davis 90.3FM Metal Top Ten 5/19-5/25:

1. DEADNIGHT: Messenger Of Death - Rotting Corpse
2. COLDWORKER: Rotting Paradise - Relapse
3. DESASTER: 666: Satan's Soldiers Syndicate - Metal Blade
4. VICTIMIZER: The Final Assault - Hell's Headbangers
5. HAIL OF BULLETS: Of Frost And War - Metal Blade
6. VENOMOUS CONCEPT: Poisoned Apple - Century Media
7. DEICIDE: Til Death Do Us Part - Earache
8. BELPHEGOR: Bondage Goat Zombie - Nuclear Blast
9. HEIDEVOLK: Wallhalla Wacht - Napalm
10. GRAB: Plague - Blackmetal .com

... and for those of you interested in picking up a copy of DEADNIGHT's "Messenger of Death" or any of our other releases, visit our site directly and bypass the third party prices! Distributors are encouraged to contact us for our wholesale and trade rates!

Happy Memorial Day!

Ron Dake - ron@rottingcorpserecords.com
www.RottingCorpseRecords.com

Paganstock postponed to 2009

2008-05-14T22:05:06Z

Boo!

Gigged for the gigs!

2008-05-01T21:04:46Z

So how have I been celebrating Beltaine? Well, let's see:

- Hooked up with ole boy Shatner to score super cheap hotel rooms for us and the guys from WHORRID for Mayhem in May down in Louisville. $30/night at an Extended Stay. I just love those places when it comes to doing shows, and you can't beat the price with a stick!

- Got the car tuned up and in perfect working order again.

- Started going through my camping shit for Paganstock. I can already tell I need to buy a few more new "foux foux" items, for one day, I WILL amass the ultimate covenstead! By Godz I swear it! This year's To Buy list includes the camping margarita mixer and unbreakable glasses. Oh and just to be a complete ass, I believe some parasols for dem drinks are in order! (What? My drinks need shade from the sun, too, ya know!) Of course, I'm not going to be happy until I have my own "camping jacuzzi", which is an inflatable kiddie pool to slosh around and veg out in, with those aforementioned margaritas, of course.

- Got some flower-themed articles written for PlanJam written, mostly for Mother's Day type stuff. I'm not all that fond of the holiday myself, but I'm fairly certain it is a big deal for 99.9% of the US population, so there ya go.

- Got in the new BABY.STAB.HORROR release, In The Name of Satan, and have fulfilled all the back orders. I have a lot of folks who want to set up an initial trade that I need to get back to, and some of which are already wanting restock the DEADNIGHT debut. Damn!

- And of course, I put in my super hard, strenuous long day at the office. :P~~~~~~~~~~ I still can't believe how easy my job is there. I guess when you go from the black abyss (Adler) to Eden (Shine On), most folks would tend to agree my job is pretty damn easy. Even the people who actually do the window washing don't have a hard job for the most part, except when the weather doesn't want to cooperate.

What's funny is I actually came across one of our guys on Flickr. Ron doesn't get up on the buildings himself anymore, but I'm willing to bet there's pictures of him floating around someplace, too.

Anyway, that's how I spent my Beltaine. How's yours?

HOLY SHIT!

2008-04-29T19:46:56Z

We just got word from our commercial distributor that they have SOLD OUT of their initial stock of the new Deadnight album, and they've only had it listed less than a WEEK! I knew they were selling fast, so thankfully I shipped them a double batch yesterday priority, so hopefully that shipment will get there by tomorrow!

This is going to be a great summer :)

Kuma's is the best bar ever!

2008-04-28T23:56:28Z

I just had to say that! The CD release party we had there last night went over so incredibly well, and the people who work there are the absolute nicest people ever! They fed and watered us for free, took care of our guys and really did a lot of promotion for us. Quite frankly, I'm not used to being treated so well :)

Oh, and in regards to exactly what was in the Deadnight burger - wow! It was a mess on a hot platter that suited the carnivores well. Ron took a picture of it - I need to pull it off the camera - NOT for veggies though!! Pulled barbecued pork, jalapenos and melted cheese, topping hand-cut fries and a hamburger patty. There's probably some other stuff in there too, but I can't remember it all.

DEADNIGHT "Messenger of Death" CD Release Party at Kuma's!

2008-04-17T12:04:28Z

Hey Chicago! Be sure to get your butts down to Kuma's Corner on Sunday, April 27th for the Official DEADNIGHT "Messenger of Death" CD Release Party! Check out what has already been hailed by fans as "The Perfect Album" while chowing down on the Deadnight Burger! It's sure to be a memorable night for all!

MySpace Links:
http://www.myspace.com/kumascorner - Kuma's Corner
http://www.myspace.com/deadnightthrashmetal - DEADNIGHT
http://www.myspace.com/rottingcorpserecords - Rotting Corpse Records

The cougar and the cops

2008-04-15T19:52:41Z

http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/local/chi-chicago-cougar-shot-webapr15,0,98147.story

BASTARDS! Why the hell did they have to fire 18 rounds at a scared animal and gun it down? Why didn't animal control use tranquilizers? People have bullet holes in their air conditioners, in a busy neighborhood, with lots of kids 9and near me!) where anyone could have been hurt?

This just goes to show just how incompetent the Chicago Police are! Every unit should have a small tranquilizer kit in their cruisers and KNOW HOW TO USE THEM, y'know, for other large animals, like loose dogs, deer and even that coyote that went inside the downtown Quizno's last year. Stupid, fat idiots! If anything else, we lost an invaluable opportunity to catch, tag and release the cat back where it probably traveled from and learn from its behavior.

When I saw its body on the news, lying on the cold cement, it just made me so terribly sad and angry at the same time. Looks like Daley has yet another black eye to deal with when it comes to his police force.

You can see the poor thing RUNNING AWAY and HIDING! It was NOT lunging at people! This just makes me so angry!

Promos all packed...

2008-04-14T00:42:51Z

but we still have a ways to go with the trades!

We just have so many requests for these new releases, and we don't want to short anyone or pack stuff half-assed by being in a big rush! So, if we haven't gotten back to you yet, don't fret! We'll be replying to everyone else within the next couple of days. We're going through your lists to see what new stuff we need!

Thanks for your patience!

Ron & Lori

RCR Spring 2008 Trade List

2008-04-12T23:04:41Z

Here's the list of our releases available for trade! Large trades accepted worldwide!

COMING SOON! BABY.STAB.HORROR: In the Name of Satan [CD] Black/Death Metal:USA [4pt]
For fans of Dimmu Borgir, Vader and Behemoth
http://www.myspace.com/therealbabystabhorror
BAR CODE: (undetermined) RCD002

NEW! DEADNIGHT: Messenger of Death [CD] Black/Thrash Metal:USA [4pt]
For fans of Testament, Slayer and Bathory
http://www.myspace.com/deadnightthrashmetal
BAR CODE: 718122187430 - RCR010

NEW! EZURATE: An Ending to Revelations [CD] Black Metal:USA [4pt]
Intense Black Metal for fans of Marduk, Mayhem and 1349
http://www.myspace.com/ezurate
BAR CODE: 718122093632 - RCR009

EZURATE: Blasphemous Hierarchy [CD] Black Metal:USA [4pt]
Intense Black Metal for fans of Marduk, Mayhem and 1349
http://www.myspace.com/ezurate
BAR CODE: 689076586306 - RCR008

EBONMORTIS: Reconstruction by Force [CD] Death Metal:USA [4pt]
Melodic Death Metal for fans of The Black Dahlia Murder, Dissection and Carcass
http://www.myspace.com/ebonmortis
BAR CODE: 689076850889 - RCR007

EZURATE: Infernal Dominatio [CD] Black Metal:USA [4pt]
Intense Black Metal for fans of Marduk, Mayhem and 1349
http://www.myspace.com/ezurate
BAR CODE: 689076734172 - RCR006

PSYCHOMANCER: Butchered [CD] Death Metal: USA [4pt]
Old-School Death Metal for fans of Death, Deicide and Obituary
http://www.myspace.com/psychomancer
BAR CODE: 689076734073 - RCR005

URN: Dancing with the Demigods [CD] Gothic Metal:USA [4pt]
Dark, Gothic Metal for fans of Nightwish, Lacuna Coil and Paradise Lost
http://www.myspace.com/urn
BAR CODE: 789577408128 - RCR004

LOW TWELVE: This Side Toward Enemy [CD] Thrash/Death Metal:USA [4pt]
Thrash/Death Metal for fans of Kreator, Testamant and Pro-Pain
http://www.myspace.com/lowtwelve
BAR CODE: 789577308329 - RCR003

MULTI-PRESSING! OMINOUS: Intercorpse [CD] Death Metal:USA [4pt]
Brutal Death Metal for fans of Suffocation, Cannibal Corpse and Cryptopsy
http://www.myspace.com/ominous
BAR CODE: 899746000852 - RCR002

MULTI-PRESSING! DOOM SYNDICATE: Beyond Salvation [CD] Death Metal:USA [4pt]
Fast Death Metal for fans of Suffocation, Vital Remains and Hypocrisy
http://www.myspace.com/doomsyndicate
BAR CODE: 899746000227 - RCR001

BABY.STAB.HORROR: Manifesto Infernale [Pro-CDR] Black/Death Metal:USA [2pt]
(CDR and Inserts are printed same as any CD. Only Duplicated not Replicated)
For fans of Dimmu Borgir, Vader and Behemoth
http://www.myspace.com/therealbabystabhorror
BAR CODE: 794465845329 - RCD001

Listen to samples at http://www.rottingcorpserecords.com/music.html

Sorry, no overstock available at this time.

Interested? Send an email to ron@rottingcorpserecords.com

PLEASE use the address above, especially if using registered mail!!!
***PLEASE DO NOT USE THE PO BOX FOR TRADES!***

Trades within USA are sent via Media Mail, in cases and shrink wrapped. International trades are sent via First Class International mail, without cases but packaged very securely!

International traders please note:
We do not use registered mail, because it is not cost efficient on our end; only customs declarations are used. However, we will personally guarantee our trade will arrive to you quickly and securely!

Packing Instructions:
We really hate to do this, but lately, we have gotten some pretty bad packaging coming our way, so we need to ask you please separate each disk with a piece of paper or use a CD envelope like we do. Disks touching each other and disks with plastic wrap on them always get scratched/sticky/water marked, and our customers are starting to complain.

Also, please do not have the booklets and tray cards loose - use a firm backing, like cardboard. We are starting to see a lot of trades coming in bent up on the corners, and in one case, torn. And one more thing: please remember to count what you are sending us before packing; we're starting to see a big increase in mix-ups, like extra booklets, disks and tray cards, or shorting us in these items altogether.

Be aware of rip off artists!
Check out http://www.metalripoff.info for all the updates!

New Stuff Tuesday: EZURATE & DEADNIGHT

2008-04-08T20:53:24Z

Rotting Corpse Records is proud to announce two new releases available
today for those with a penchant for the dark and sinister!

EZURATE - An Ending to Revelations
Chicago's Black Metal elite veterans EZURATE offer up their third
inception of blasphemy to the masses in ways only they can! Be sure to
check them out this summer on the West Coast, as well as at various
Midwestern venues.

DEADNIGHT - Messenger of Death
This long-awaited debut release by Chicago's DEADNIGHT is sure to win
over fans from both the Black Metal and Thrash camps, blending a new
breed of Metal with that oldschool charm.

Also, BABY.STAB.HORROR have their follow-up release due out very
soon, In the Name of Satan, which already has quite the waiting list!
Be sure to stay tuned for its release date as well!

As always, all RCR titles are available for those who wish to
purchase them in quantity at our special wholesale prices as well as
for trade: please contact us for more information. Regular traders may
also want to check out a site just for them:
http://www.metalripoff.info - are YOU on the list?

Thanks again, and we hope to hear from you all soon!