I’m guessing there’s still a game of chicken going on between 70k and Royal Caribbean. Neither of them officially wants to cancel because they’ll be on the hook for a ton of $$.

That could drag out indefinitely.

I'll be absolutely shocked if it happens in 2021. I was planning on sitting next year out anyways, so it won't affect my plans much.

TBH, I'm mostly just hoping this doesn't shut down 70K for good.

New Aeternam and Igorrr albums are both fucking brilliant.

The most metal moment for me was seeing Aether Realm perform the whole of The Sun, the Moon, the Star, when Evan from Wilderun coming out to sing the ending chorus for them. His voice is amazing, that chorus is amazing, and it was the absolute cruise highlight for me. That was indeed awesome. I als...

Removing the chapel was Royal Caribbean's decision , not 70K's. so 70 k decides to not do the cruise on a ship that still has a chapel to accommodate the over 50 % that would like to pray in the chapel to God. It seems religious choice and freedom is not a priority for some . But by George there ar...

everyone is entitled to their own opinion, to each his or her own . maybe there will be inclusion of Christian metal bands on the cruise also. inclusion is for all things, not just what you have a personal vested concern or preference with . following the percentage point of view why is there not a...

I wonder how many people care about the destination. I don't care one bit. I typically get off the boat and wander around for an hour or so, then go back and take a nap. If there wasn't a port stop, I wouldn't even notice. It is sorta funny when you tell people you went on a cruise and their first ...

I hope the monthly pool girl continues !!!!!!!! I enjoy the different girls each month ! In this politically correct world I wonder if this is going away also ! Are the pool boys coming for the calendar too ! What is the world coming to , hopefully liking the pool girl calendar is not offensive to ...

metalforever wrote: ↑

Thu Jan 23, 2020 8:20 pm

NEGATIVES
pool boys poor idea

POSITIVES
pool girls , I would prefer the pool girls only doing the different courtesies that get extended to the guests

You do realize that there are both male and female cruisers, right?

*The food was fine? I managed to squeeze in a fancy dinner everyday and aside from the dessert on the last day I enjoyed them all. I've been on a dozen or so cruises in my life and the Windjammer had way better food than I would expect at 1AM on any other ship. I really don't understand the complai...

Similar thoughts as others. - food quality keeps declining. Barely above mediocre this year, although Sorrentos was miles ahead of last year. - drink prices are insane. Also, about half the bars were out of Blue Moon by day 3. First time in 5 cruises that’s happened. - super smooth boarding process ...

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They've gone from being remarkably generic to one of the most unique bands on the melodeath scene. I've listened to about half a dozen of Soilwork's songs on Youtube this morning, and "remarkably generic" was the overwhelming feeling I came away with. I think they were all older stuff though, will ...

Had a feeling there was one more in the works. Soilwork’s not my thing, but I’m sure folks will be thrilled.

P.S. “E” is still capitalized in Embarkation. :)

And BAM, the last band steals the 5 from Aether Realm. Hah, same here. In my 5 cruises, they're the band I'm most excited to see. Aborted - 0 Aeternam - 2 Æther Realm - 2 The Agonist - 0 Archon Angel - 0 Atheist - 0 At the Gates - 2 Axxis - 0 Bloodbound - 1 Brujeria - 0 Candlemass - 2 Carach Angren...

OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG!! Thank you Skip!

Cannot fucking wait to see these guys.

bodomdragon wrote: ↑

Fri Jan 03, 2020 8:27 am

Interesting to see that "Wild" has been capitalized for some reason... anyone can think of a heavily requested band that starts by "Wild..." ?

Or maybe this is just wishful thinking, you know.

Quit messing with me.

It is ridiculous at this point. We've had a run of 17 North American bands, with 2 of them being a 'W' announcement. Wilderun just released a great new album, is heavily requested, and best buds with Aether Realm. it seemed like a slam dunk! Don't forget that they really want to do it as well. I've...

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cowboy71 wrote: ↑

Wed Jan 01, 2020 1:31 pm

OH LOOK *GASP*

Another US band.

This is just getting ridiculous now.

You’re expecting something different at this point?

MOAR PIZZA!!

Hey Skip, Pallbearer is US-based. Just sayin..

Blood Incantation and Bell Witch are both US-based.

Make it so...

Hell yeah, thrilled with Aeternam.

This is a SUPER awesome announcement. For those not in the know, 2 years ago Sean (the singer) was dying of liver failure and a benefit show was held in the Bay Area with all the Bay Area metal elite coming out to support Sean. Most people at the show were not super hopeful. Sean was there, but cou...

Allegaeon or Aeternam would be excellent choices for "A".

seems to be a good year to have received the flu shot , even though it is only effective sometimes ! better than nothing , need to have it in your system for at least 2 weeks for it to work effectively . Yeah, we all got flu shots back in November. This is something else, unfortunately. Needless to...

5 - 2 setter, I don't give a fuck who it conflicts with, everyone else can fuck off (only for 1 band) 4 - 2 setter, no matter what (unless conflicts with other 4's happen) - similar to '2' 3 - 1 set for sure, second one more than likely but depends on overlappings - similar to '1/2' 2 - 1 set for su...

Since we had VAN CUNTO, we can have ZEAL & ARDOR Not sure I see the connection there, but ok... No connection between the bands, but if Andy accepts VAN CANTO, ZEAL shouldn’t be an issue in terms of vocal weirdness. Ah got it. Z&A puts on an incredible live show, would love to see them again. In ot...

And @Downvod I dont mind GSO, but at this stage I'm just REALLY itching for one more band from my signature! I've only got one so far and I would REALLY love to get at least 3! One more ? Greedy bastard. ;) This'll be my fifth 70K, and I've had a grand total of one of my wishlist bands in that enti...

And @Downvod I dont mind GSO, but at this stage I'm just REALLY itching for one more band from my signature! I've only got one so far and I would REALLY love to get at least 3! One more ? Greedy bastard. ;) This'll be my fifth 70K, and I've had a grand total of one of my wishlist bands in that enti...

I'm guessing Revocation (meh), but Replicaire would be a nice surprise (and they're US based).

At least the thrash folks should be happy now.

I’m still holding out hope for Sigh, but who am I kidding...I’m never gonna get a wishlist band. :(

Either Sentient Horror or Skeletonwitch would be great, consideing we’re apparently restricted to US bands now.

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cowboy71 wrote: ↑

Tue Dec 24, 2019 1:13 pm

Six out of Seven from the USA so far. This is exceeding my low expectations.

And not in a good way

I’ll honestly be shocked if we get any at this point who aren’t from the US.

Damn, was really hoping for Wilderun. :(

Danny24601 wrote: ↑

Mon Dec 23, 2019 6:22 pm

If we're looking for American bands who would go over well with cruisers, fingers crossed for Wilderun. And they're pals with aether realm so this would be a good year for it.

So much this.

Pellaz wrote: ↑

Mon Dec 23, 2019 5:41 pm

"H" could be for Havok?

Oh yeah, forgot about that.

Love me some November’s Doom. Really great dudes too, nicest band I’ve met on the boat so far.

Hakari for the Sky, Hoth, or Hyperion would be cool for H, but I won’t hold my breath for any of them.

Meh. Just glad to see signs of life.

Lots of good "I" options. Insomnium? Incantation? Idle Hands? Igorrr?

That gives me hope for more Tampa-Death-Metal acts! :mrgreen: Brutality Massacre Morbid Angel/Vltimas Obituary... Obituary isnt able to play this round unfortunately [/quote] At this point, I wonder if he'd be willing to bend the "no repeats from previous year" rule just to get bands on the boat.