Oh boy, are you guys ready for some super exclusive, totally-not-a-concert, spoken-word experience with Burton C. Bell? 🤔 I mean, who doesn’t want to pay $50 to listen to a guy talk about his old band for an hour? 😴 It’s not like you could just listen to a podcast or something. Anyway, “Obsolete By Word Of Mouth” is coming to San Diego, Los Angeles, and Las Vegas this October, because apparently, that’s what the people demanded. 🙄
So, what’s this all about? Well, Burton C. Bell, the former singer of FEAR FACTORY, is doing a small-scale social experiment where he’ll share stories about the creation of their iconic album “Obsolete”, which turns 30 this year (yikes, I’m old 🎂). It’s not a concert, but more like a storytelling session, where Bell will read from his original synopsis, share stories, and reflect on the creative process. No microphones, no distractions, just Bell and 50 lucky guests per event. It’s like a super-intimate, VIP experience, minus the VIP part, because, you know, it’s still just a guy talking. 🤷♂️
The Story Behind “Obsolete”
For those who don’t know (where have you been? 🤷♂️), “Obsolete” is a landmark album in the metal genre, released in 1998. It’s an industrial-tinged, aggressive, and melodic masterpiece that showcased FEAR FACTORY’s unique sound. Bell’s vocals, lyrics, and vision were a huge part of that sound, and now he’s ready to share the story behind it. But, you know, in a super exclusive, not-at-all-overpriced way. 💸
Now, I know what you’re thinking: “Why should I care about some old guy talking about his old band?” Well, let me tell you, FEAR FACTORY was a big deal back in the day. They toured with METALLICA, SLIPKNOT, and OZZY OSBOURNE, and their music influenced a whole generation of metalheads. So, if you’re a fan of the genre, this might be a cool opportunity to learn more about the creative process behind one of the most iconic albums of the 90s. Or, you know, you could just listen to the album and read the wiki page. 🙃
What to Expect
Each event will be limited to 50 guests, because, you know, exclusivity is key. Bell will spend time with every guest before and after the presentation, making it a “uniquely personal experience”. You’ll also get an exclusive, personally autographed commemorative program, because who doesn’t love a good souvenir? 🎁 The program will feature original handwritten and typed manuscripts from Bell’s collection, giving attendees a tangible piece of “Obsolete” history. Because, you know, that’s not something you could just buy online for way less money. 🤑
Bell has been busy since his departure from FEAR FACTORY, releasing solo singles like “Savages” and touring Australia. He’s also been open about his experiences with the band, including the hardships and lawsuits that led to his exit. In a recent interview, he talked about how he’s moved on from the past and is focused on new projects. Good for him, I guess. 🙏
So, are you ready to shell out $50 to listen to Burton C. Bell talk about his old band? 🤑 If so, you can grab tickets for “Obsolete By Word Of Mouth” on his website. But hurry, because, you know, only 50 people per event will get to experience this super exclusive, totally-not-a-concert, spoken-word experience. 🎟️ And who knows, maybe you’ll even learn something new about FEAR FACTORY and their music. Or maybe you’ll just fall asleep. 😴 Either way, it’ll be a wild ride. 🎢
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