![]() Perhaps the most frustrating part of the original Sonic the Hedgehog game is the infamous water levels, with aquatic exploration appearing in both the Labyrinth Zone and the final stage, Scrap Brain Zone Act 3. Sega wanted a character that could be cheeky and sarcastic while still getting the job done.Īs disparate as these ideas might initially seem, it’s hard to argue with the results – Sonic continues to be one of the most recognizable mascots in gaming to this day. For the color scheme, Sega looked to Santa Claus, giving the boots a red and white look that had the dual effect of making Sonic the color of the Pepsi logo, another big brand for the era.įor Sonic’s demeanor, Sega borrowed inspiration from then-Arkansas Governor Bill Clinton, specifically his ‘can-do’ attitude. Sonic’s boots were taken directly from Michael Jackson’s look in the music video Bad (as well as the album of the same name), with straps and buckles to make the character stand out. The result is a collection of some of the strangest concepts ever to be thrown together. If you’d like to help us produce more content and promote more great new music, please consider donating to our Patreon page, which also allows you to receive sweet perks like free albums and The Alternative merch.When designing a new mascot for the company, Sega looked to create something that really spoke to everything their fans already knew and loved – a character with humor, wit, and classic 90s ‘attitude’. The Alternative is ad-free and 100% supported by our readers. Sarah was there taking some photos, check them out! The entire night was an incredible experience, and truly encapsulated what it means to be a part of the music community and space. Flycatcher definitely know how to write catchy tunes, and are now on my radar. Their rhythm section was consistent and impressive. ![]() Although their sound is not as rock-heavy as the Foos, their musicianship is insane. At times during their set, they reminded me of an early Foo Fighters in some ways. Following Ogbert were fellow NJ friends, Flycatcher. The band is certainly gaining traction, and I can’t wait to see what they will do next. Fans in the crowd sported Ogbert’s merch and screamed out nearly every lyric. Ogbert’s math-rock sound clearly captured the attention of many. ![]() New Jersey’s Ogbert the Nerd and Flycatcher opened for Teen Suicide, sporting some true NJ pride. The band’s easy-going energy and effortlessness on stage made it such a delightful night. Some of their classics such as “everything is fine”, “give me back to the sky”, and “the same things happen to me all the time even in my dreams” were sprinkled into the set alongside new tracks such as “spiders” sung by Sam’s wife and music partner, Kitty. Throughout the set, the band would go from playing off the set list, to just playing whatever they wanted. The band overall just seemed so happy to be on tour and playing to as large of a crowd as NYC’s LPR could hold. Riffing off what it means, or how it was created, while fiddling with his guitar. In between songs, Sam Ray, lead guitarist, singer, and songwriter, would talk about what the next song would be. However, I think what sets this band apart is their true love for music. attitude with their lo-fi production and constant release of new music. Their bedroom-pop/indie rock blend of sounds alongside emo vocals make for a unique sonic experience. I saw them back in 2018 at Baby’s All Right for the first time and was immediately hooked. Home > Photography: Teen Suicide with Flycatcher and Ogbert the Nerd Photography: Teen Suicide with Flycatcher and Ogbert the Nerd
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