The Magic 8 ball is a popular toy that is said to possess the ability to predict the future. Many people turn to the Magic 8 ball when they are seeking guidance or answers to pressing questions. However, it seems that the Magic 8 ball has a tendency to give pessimistic predictions. Instead of offering words of encouragement or positivity, the Magic 8 ball often delivers responses that are discouraging or negative. This can be disheartening for those who are seeking reassurance or hope from the Magic 8 ball. It is important to remember that the Magic 8 ball is just a toy and its responses are based on random chance rather than any real insight.
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It is important to remember that the Magic 8 ball is just a toy and its responses are based on random chance rather than any real insight. Nonetheless, it is worth considering the impact that the Magic 8 ball's pessimistic predictions can have on individuals. It is possible that the negative responses from the Magic 8 ball could contribute to feelings of uncertainty or anxiety.
Witchcraft Explainer: The poly rhythm solution
Anyone losing their mind's listening to Witchcraft? There has been two discussions about the time signatures, but no one quite cracks the code. (Credits listed at the bottom. u/Bellyhands actually nailed it, but didnt get a single upvote. this one is for you.)
TLDR version: 35 beat phrase. Drums are 7/16 in groups of 5, and the guitar is total mixed meter, with a common time feel. The drummer is treating the first note we hear as the start of his count, but the guitarists are feeling that as a 2 beat pickup! From the drummer's POV, the guitar count feels insane: [2] + [16] + [15] + [2"WC!]
There are two Cheat Codes to understanding the time signature/poly meter:
- The first note of the song is a 8th note pickup! (well only for the guitarist, more on that)
- A pickup note is a note(s) that precedes the beginning of a musical phrase. Like "haaaapy |birthday to you". Bold is the downbeat.
Okay lets get into it!
Here is how you count (as the guitarist): Treat the first note of the song like two beats of 16, then start the phrase with the first lyric, not the guitar note and count:
- 1 e & a 2 e & a 3 e & a 4 e & a [16 beats] "In the fields once "
- 1 e & a 2 e & a 3 e & a 4 e & [15/16] " A supercell rage"
- 1 e & a [4/16] "WhichCraft!-[beat-beat]"
The main guitar/vox line feels like common time, but the second phrase is "missing" a beat. Then. there is an extra bar of 4/16, starting at Witchcraft. This is what makes the "Witchcraft!" stand out, because if you are just vibing with the song. you start feeling the long 4/4 phrase, then on the repeat of the phrase, "Witchcraft!" interrupts the 2nd phrase on the 16th beat. Then there is two more beats before the guitar starts again. But the drummer has already started without you.
"Witchcraft!" is the highlight and destination of the polyrhythmic phrase, accented by both Guitar and Drums. "Witchcraft!" is the last two beats of the drummer's phrase, but the beginning of the guitarist's last bar.
Here are the last four beats of the 35 beat phrase.
"Witch" - "Craft" - (Drummer starts 7/16) - [Rest] | (Guitar starts Common time, before devolving into madness)If you are a drummer, then I am lying when I said that the first note of the song is the pickup note, because that's where the the Drummer starts his count (even tho hes not playing for 10 bars, f**k me), but the guitarist treat that first note like a pickup 8th note.
The drummer, Cavanagh, plays in 7, in groups of 5.
To count the drum part, start your count immediately following "WhichCraft!". Drummers of REDDIT, please correct me. I have emboldened the beats where I guess the phrases start compared to the guitar line feel. [EDIT: The drummers have corrected me that I should have used the word poly METER]
Notes: You will notice that the snare is on the off beat of the guitars first phrase, then lines up more often on the second guitar phrase, which is very cool. Cavanagh appears to accent the beginning of "above the lyre", which makes me feel like my count is correct.
If the guitarist doesn't want to loose his mind but start where the drummer is, then they would feel:
[2] + [16] + [15] + [2"WC!] u/Bellyhands . you just didn't get the credit you deserve on this one.
Thank you for coming to my TED TALK!
Shout out to the people who got the ball rolling:
As you study music you will notice every style has its own set of unique rhythms. The rhythms are part of the language of each musical style. To master a style, you need to master its rhythms.
Additionally, the Magic 8 ball's pessimism may lead people to question their own abilities or potential. Instead of turning to the Magic 8 ball for answers, it may be more helpful to seek guidance from trusted friends, family members, or professionals. Ultimately, the Magic 8 ball's pessimistic predictions should be taken with a grain of salt and not be relied upon for making important decisions or determining one's future..
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