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General Category => New Model Army => Topic started by: Rusco on October 22, 2014, 09:56:53 AM
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Anyone interested in browsing groups at Google+?
Just found a New Model Army group (https://plus.google.com/communities/111056716019274676646) there.
If you're a gmail user you can easily check the groups, join them and make postings at Google+.
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Bumping this up ^^
Reminding you lot out there. Come and join the NMA fan community there. ;)
If yer interested to see if your friends are there, just click on the number of members above the headline New Model Army...
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Not to be too picky, but the fact the group is simply called New Model Army rather implies that it is an official site, which it clearly isn't. I suggest you change the name of the group to something more suitable so the band can have their own name if they chose to use google+.
VS
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Do people use google plus as a social networking site? I have an account but never use it.
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Yea, Amandistan. When you log into your Gmail, there's a box icon near to the tab where you log out.
By clicking the box, you can switch onto any other applications Google has. One of them is Google+. And one of them is Hangouts. You can use them abreast if you want to contact f.e some user out there, or make normal posts at Google+ where you can specify the recipients, group of your circles, communities etc. It's quite different than FB.
Not to be too picky, but the fact the group is simply called New Model Army rather implies that it is an official site, which it clearly isn't. I suggest you change the name of the group to something more suitable so the band can have their own name if they chose to use google+.
A very good point. I can try to contact Gabriel (the owner/moderator of the community) and give a hint about it.
When you make a search at communities available there, there are actually other communities and even single user names too that have a similar type of the name or some alteration about it. Lol, one of them being a model/fashion company, really. However, I think Google allows to have several same names side by side. But I see well what you mean by changing the name a bit. ;)
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Call me a Luddite but still prefer our dear little old fashioned board even if there's only six of you in it most days now ;-)
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Call me a Luddite but still prefer our dear little old fashioned board even if there's only six of you in it most days now ;-)
We'll always be here, us fellow Luddites, even if we might have to take a break from knitting cardigans and taking frequent trips to the loo... speaking of which...
;D
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Call me a Luddite but still prefer our dear little old fashioned board even if there's only six of you in it most days now ;-)
Well on both those points, lets see more of you here again Pazza :)
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Call me a Luddite
Nowt wrong with that -Luddites have rights too, Luddite Pride NOW :D
I don't really see the advantage of social media over this place - run by NMA.org for all, equally. Maybe the ability to share pics/images is a real positive but even a fusty old luddite like me can work out how to put in a picture from my Google+ account look:
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/SlYQp0uzTnQyeTf-ywA2P3zC5iBWlFbF7a2pHPVxmd2Xh-y3te-j-DXWDApmUg114gBn=w3360-h1890-rw-no)
anyway, ain't you heard that going off grid is the new rock n roll ? ;D
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"even if there's only six of you in it most days now ;-)"
Actually, and I find this rather amusing, I had an email from the now infamous Space asking to be let back on the board! And I quote:
"Hey, Viv, it's been awhile, but I'd like back in to the NMA forum. It was all fun and games (I never cursed or abused other members), and looking back some of my posts were pretty darn entertaining. All good fun.
Lift the ban on SPACE, please. Come on, my post about New Model Army performing at the Super Bowl halftime show was classic. No feelings were hurt. Just some good clean entertainment for the masses. No trouble at all. No trouble in future. Promise." Space
So what do you reckon?! A calm, err, mostly calm board - or a board with Space on it? Well, I will admit it was lively... Though a pain in the proverbial to deal with all the complaints and grumbles made about every single post he unleashed. So what say y'all?
::)
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Viv, think I'll PM you on this one, mate... ;)
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Back to the final frontier ...................... ;D Well it was lively ............................. :o
Public board, broad church and all that.
Misunderstood comic or troll? Dunno.
Still, we've been reminded that "it isn't personal" and some of us (cough) weren't exactly glorious either ::)
Perhaps someone should hit the warp speed button and see what happens :-\
But I have seen some eerily familiar "humour" in the comments section of a certain video hosting website. Personally I quite like the Wacken stream that's available there ;)
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Call me a Luddite but still prefer our dear little old fashioned board even if there's only six of you in it most days now ;-)
I don't see any problem with this. I think I will always be here, too, but use also other social media.
It's a way different there at Google+. Like Anna said, posting images, vids or whatever. The way of having chats is bit minimalized, different. Here we're having topics and discussing them. Following them is easier even if they are kilometres long. It's not so common to post pics here. All of these alternatives are good in their own way.
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Oh, Space? It was lively yeah indeed. It was élan I'd say. ;)
How many wrongs makes a right? Do we have a right?
I'd go along with Anna and hit the warp. Or beam us up. :)
(please don't listen to me)
(https://phonesreview.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/beam-me-up-scotty.jpg)
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even if there's only six of you in it most days now ;-)
sounds like there is Space for a seventh
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I would say give him another chance. Some of his posts were very funny.
If he offends again maybe give him a warning and then possibly remove him.
I am not an admin and would never want to be. I would suck at it. It's your call Viv.
I did find one of his posts amusing. I think he designed an album cover or something that was terrible but acted as if it were brilliant. I don't remember clearly and my ability to word things is really off today.
Some may not believe this but English is my first language and I still struggle with wording. ;D
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Its a bit like the ex girlfriend scenario. You think back fondly but forget what it was that caused the split lol ;D
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If you do let him back it'll end up another pyrrhic victory for free speech like last time i suspect, i'm up for a good discussion (argument!) of course,but maybe best to keep moving forward not back, i've noticed loads of new people posting these last few months, the board seems healthy, maybe they've got something controversial to say?
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Give him a chance. lynch mob
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Its a bit like the ex girlfriend scenario. You think back fondly but forget what it was that caused the split lol ;D
I think it was the fact that he could have given an aspirin a headache...
Not keen, if I'm honest. I don't think he added anything. Well, apart from guitar tracks that were better than NMA's own, of course.
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Give him a chance. lynch mob
Ill respect everyones (Viv's)decision. But he had chance, after chance, after chance. Surely thats the reason for exile?
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not a member, note that.
never have been, maybe will in future,
. note my name.
if not before its Martin Buckby. and im sure you will all condemn that name to anonymity. Please
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Space coming back?, Mr(s) Savage bring this character back, after all they are far more interesting about the the band than you!
Martin
(none taken)
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I will chip in my two bobs worth since I was kinda involved in his final post (51st state)
Firstly Anna , Ray and Shush should should be in agreement since they were the people most insulted by him.
I'm happy to go with Viv's decision and if he is allowed, then some kinda short leash probation period.
Gotta add the board seems to be in a healthier place without him
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Personally I am in two minds about it.
I like this forum but at times it can go quiet, too quiet. Space certainly did spice things up and get many who seldom post on here anymore involved. As well as some very daft and often offensive comments, there was also some good comedy. Remember Red's album cover "Space Sings" - brilliant ;D and Red / Brown sauce wars.
if he comes back I feel sure he will be fine for a while, then carry on as before.I do not think he can help it. He needs the attention. Last time I think things did start to look bad. It made us and the forum look bad which ultimately reflects on the band. As I said back then, at any given time someone could have started to show an interest in the band, search out the web site, then look here for the first time. In that respect it is embarrassing.
Bring him back, don't bring him back, I don't mind either way.
One thing I will say to Space, adding the comment "no offence intended" does not necessarily mean no offence caused :-\
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Well Viv its your ship.
He did rub most people up the wrong way, me included, but lifes too short, I look back and laugh at alot of the stuff.
Its a new year and I guess everyone deserves a fresh chance.
(http://i.imgur.com/okdQ6DQm.jpg) (http://imgur.com/okdQ6DQ)
(http://i.imgur.com/62UJycV.gif) (http://imgur.com/62UJycV)
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OK, for my money, I say 'sod it, why not'...
Yes, personal insults were thrown, despite Space's comment that 'It was all fun and games (I never cursed or abused other members), and looking back some of my posts were pretty darn entertaining. All good fun'... yeah, I remember the utterly vile PM's that were sent to me... >:(
But I say again, fook it, let's do it. There was some amusement there, sometimes. I wouldn't want the guy to grovel for forgiveness or anything like that... I wasn't very nice at times when things got heated. Neither of us came out of those angry messages covered in glory. I'd just like to ask Space, if he is allowed back, to respect the whole vibe and ethos of this Forum, ie, TOTAL respect for others and their opinions and not just posting contentious shit to get a reaction. That too dull for you? Well, if so, I suspect it won't end well...
So, it's a +1 for letting Space back on here...
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Ehh, question of the wall: this thread has turned to offtopic a while ago?
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To "newcomers" who weren't present a year ago and reading this; the Google+ NMA community has nothing to do with the Space thing. ;)
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Good Eve Viv Sent you an reply
Hope its okay for you you
Good night cheers witch
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I will chip in my two bobs worth since I was kinda involved in his final post (51st state)
Firstly Anna , Ray and Shush should should be in agreement since they were the people most insulted by him.
I'm happy to go with Viv's decision and if he is allowed, then some kinda short leash probation period.
Gotta add the board seems to be in a healthier place without him
I had also been insulted by him just once. I forgave him and did not take the bait any longer. If people don't respond in the way he wants, then it's not that bad. I recall people insulting him as well.
I have no idea what was done in private though. I do remember people reacting so bad that there were hate posts directed toward him. I know he baited people but I ignore it after a week. Others can too.
I am always for second chances but I don't think the members should decide. Especially in public. then it appears to be an angry mob. Non-members can read it. :)
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Personally I am in two minds about it.
I like this forum but at times it can go quiet, too quiet. Space certainly did spice things up and get many who seldom post on here anymore involved. As well as some very daft and often offensive comments, there was also some good comedy. Remember Red's album cover "Space Sings" - brilliant ;D and Red / Brown sauce wars.
if he comes back I feel sure he will be fine for a while, then carry on as before.I do not think he can help it. He needs the attention. Last time I think things did start to look bad. It made us and the forum look bad which ultimately reflects on the band. As I said back then, at any given time someone could have started to show an interest in the band, search out the web site, then look here for the first time. In that respect it is embarrassing.
Bring him back, don't bring him back, I don't mind either way.
One thing I will say to Space, adding the comment "no offence intended" does not necessarily mean no offence caused :-\
(http://i296.photobucket.com/albums/mm179/RACred/SpaceSings_zpsf7ccb300.jpg) (http://s296.photobucket.com/user/RACred/media/SpaceSings_zpsf7ccb300.jpg.html)
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Decision is yours Viv
If ya let him back he needs to follow a few ground rules
(yes I know I crossed the line and received my warnings but the posts did grate a touch :) :) )
If he comes back just monitor him and then if it starts to follow a familiar vein you know what to do
Cheers
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Been pondering this after listening to another story of Facebook squabbles. It is unusual to have a group of people who may not always agree but by and large get along. There is no real nastiness or ego in here. Space I think is all ego. The very fact he said to Viv something along the lines of "Look how clever I was" (yeah Im generalising)makes me think theres no humility or humbleness and we are to worship his genius. Im kind of uncomfortable with that. It ruins what is an amiable place.
I'll still go with the flow but I cant say I'll participate. Que sera as they say :)
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@Viv:
Some maintenance done at the Google+ page (https://plus.google.com/communities/111056716019274676646): Due to a nice hint from a certain Wat_Tylers Daughter the community name is resurrected now as the NMAFC for the old times sake. ;)
Also, add links directed to the board, FB and the merch page at the NMA home site.
Cheers
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Nice to finally come face-to-face with the legend that is
Cromwell the dog :)
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Checked the Google+ thing out, but I'll stick with the official Forum, thanks.
Cromwell looks like an awesome fella, though. :)
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Hope McCromwell was still sporting his black watch tartan