Phew!

Days are long and getting colder. I have been getting a little sick lately which makes the day go much slower and more unbearable. I know it'll pass soon and hopefully that uncomfortable, fuzzy sensation in my throat will clear. It's sucks being overly conscious about you're throat when you're a singer because you want to feel good (physically) everyday. And mentally...When I think about it too much it ends up ruining me. So in a way I have to not care or think about how it feels that day and work over the humps so to speak. But it is my voice and I still have to take care of it. I'm sure some of you have heard me say this before but the voice is not like a guitar or a piano in the way that when you break a string on those instruments you can just put a new one on. With the voice, if you hurt something, you have to rest it...Or else you can do some damage. So you singers out there and everyone for that matter, TAKE CARE OF YOUR BODIES!


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-Sean

Another long day in the books

Yes, we are staying crazy busy. I'm way too tired to type a long blog even though I want to. We try to keep you all up to date as much as possible. Just want to say that we're working on the new songs and they are coming along great. Just can't wait to show them to you all. Stay in touch everyone

-Sean

It was 40 years ago today...

September 26th, 1969... The U.K. release of "Abbey Road", by The Beatles, was released. It was the 11th official U.K. album and the 17th U.S. album released by the band. In my opinion it is definitely one of the Beatles best albums. Actually I take that back...Every album is great, from their earliest to their latest. But Sgt. Pepper's is still their masterpiece. "Abbey Road" has many great songs on it such as "Come Together", "You Never Give Me Your Money" and Harrison's songs such "Something" and "Here Comes The Sun". And that's just 4 songs of the 17 tracks. If you never gave the album a chance, take a listen now..you might just like it.

-Sean

YouTube Vids!

What up everyone,

check out youtube.com/xrbseriousx for more OFAC videos

The Government Didn't Help

It's been awhile since I've been on here. But with the puppy, work and the band I wasn't even on a computer at any point in the day. Eventually I figured out that I didn't have time for the puppy and neither did anyone else in my family. We all loved him, but realized it would be better for him to find a family that could give him the attention he needs. So he's gone now, but will be getting everything he needs. Anyway, ever since I saw that video awhile ago about people texting and driving I figured out that the government is supposed to help prevent these problems. Personally, I also never agreed with banning talking on cell phones and driving. It's really the same as talking to someone in your passenger seat. And those who got into accidents who were on cell phones were most likely bad drivers anyway who made poor decisions. Or maybe it wasn't even their fault. Sometimes we have long drives where we may have to take an important call. But since its hard to hide talking on the phone we may ignore the call, or text the person because that is a lot easier to hide. I really think the government should reconsider this law about talking on cell phones and driving. It may eliminate a lot of texting and driving which is exponentially more dangerous. - Ryan

Step 1

What up brethrens,

Sean here just lettin ya know a little ditty about what's going on with OFAC. Like I said in the past few blogs we have been working very hard, especially with the business aspect of the band. But we have also been writing new songs which has been our main priority since the CD release show back in July. We're really looking to get some attention with these next few songs because as some of you may know we do have labels interested in us (but lets keep that on the DL for now). We're really stoked about these new songs. We know every year when we come out with new music we always say that but that's part of being in a band. It's always in a constant upward motion especially with song writing. We really believe that this will be our most mature material yet and we can't wait to even write another album (yes we have that much material). But like anything it is a process. It will take some time to polish these songs and it may even be some time until you hear these songs. But just think...we're making history right now just talking about it which is so exciting to me. But in the mean time we'll be continuing our DIY ethos as a band with playing shows and going fuckin wild on stage because we love to play music and create a good time for all of you.

More updates to come, stay cool everyone

-Sean

Long Days...

Always on the go! That's what it always seems to be. I don't have much time to write an insightful blog but I would just like to say that we are working very hard. We have a lot of things in the works for the band and we can't wait to let you all in on it. We're lining up some shows for the near future that we will let you know about, so stay tuned and keep checking our blogs or our Myspace for more updates.

Much love,

-Sean

Thank god it's friday!

Wow, it's been over a day since we wrote one of these things! Maybe it's because we're busy as balls and haven't been able to write a new blog. It's been a long week and a very odd one at that. Many things have happened to all of us this week especially with me and my family. There has been good and bad, but for the most part we are staying extremely busy. We'll let you know more specifically of what we are up to and what the next step for OFAC is. But for now enjoy your weekend

Much love,

-Sean

OFAC's old beast

We miss this car..hopefully we'll roll up to another show in a rig like this again haha



-Sean

Very very odd day yesterday

So I'm still training my puppy and am doing an ok job. He can sit and will be quiet in his crate when I'm in the room. Some days I do regret getting him because of my busy schedule and his high maintenance, but other days he's really good. Last night was kind of scary though. Since he's a puppy he takes frequent naps, especially when it gets later. Me and the guys were watching Entourage and Wolfgang's head was against my chest. I tried waking him up because I didn't want him to be rowdy by the time I wanted him to sleep. He barely moved and his eyes seemed half open when I did this. I kept trying to wake him up gently but he just kind of fell over. Usually when this happens he'll wake right up, but this was definitely not normal. I rolled him over a little bit and saw that he pissed himself. Now I've trained him to a point when he would wake up and go outside, or at least come to me. I got him up a little bit and he was shaking and not moving very much. Micah told me that pomeranians need sodium if they have been active a lot throughout the day. I tried feeding him, but he wouldn't eat. Eventually he did eat the crackers I gave him and he was back to his normal self. And I jsut thought he was really tired. Did I mention Patrick Swayze died? Wtf?-Ryan

Monday!

What's up everyone. Did anyone see the VMA's last night? I didn't catch it, but it doesn't matter because MTV doesn't play music videos anymore, so I'm sure the videos wouldn't be familiar. Not to mention I hardly ever watch tv.

But it so happens that I was watching something else on tv last night. It was a movie with some of the best actors of our time; Catch Me If You Can with Leo D and Tom Hanks (everything he says is funny! haha) If you ever saw the movie, it's based on a true story about a kid who literally stole millions of dollars by creating phony checks (played by Leo Dicaprio) and Tom Hanks plays the FBI agent who tries to capture him. It's dramatic at times but the seriousness sometimes can come off as tongue-in-cheek which just shows how great of actors those two really are. Oh and not to mention that Christopher Walken is in it who's another living legend. It's amazing that there are people in the world who can just get away with pretty much anything. I feel like if I just ran a stop sign I would get caught haha well not really, but if you ever get to watching a movie sometime definitely check that one out.

Other great movies you should watch w/ the same actors: The Beach, Gangs of New York, Saving Private Ryan, Forrest Gump and also check out Joe Dirt and Pulp Fiction. Walken is in both those movies

-Sean

My days deal in extremes

Life IS a roller coaster. Lately everything has been in extremes. What I mean is that I either have an totally awesome day, or a reeeeally bad one. Yesterday at work wasn't so bad, but come band practice for some reason a lot of things were going wrong. And also I was worried about some personal stuff as well which could have been TERRIBLY bad, but I think that stuff is ok. Anyway, We've been writing new stuff and it has been sounding great, however there are so many small things in every song that we all have our own opinions about and eventually we keep changing the songs. This is obviously the nature of writing music. There are no Mozart's of the music world anymore. What I mean by that is that Mozart NEVER rewrote or corrected any of his music when he wrote it. He had one copy for every piece and it was the first and last copy he ever wrote. Not only is that just outrageous, but there are many other factors to consider in today's music world. So this is inevitable, but it gets very frustrating. I'm also still getting used to my new pup. I can't tell when he has to go to the bathroom. Some days he barely goes and some days he has to go every 40 minutes. This has led to many accidents which happened twice yesterday and really pissed me off. I was also tired since I was up since 5 having no time to relax until 10 pm. But today is a better day. I've got the pup in the crate and he isn't making a sound. And I just wrote a new song which I think may be the one we are looking for. I also actually got to sleep until 9 which was awesome.




I dare you to say he's not cute -Ryan

September 11th, 2001

We will never forget

-Sean

Thirsty Thursday

Man it's been a long week. We've been super productive and there is still so much more to be done! Ah! haha all it seems to be is work work work! But it feels good to get things done and it actually makes me feel motivated to get even more done. I'm sure you all feel the same way when it comes to school work ;) so when you finish with whatever needs to get done today sit back and relax and enjoy the weather outside while you still can!

-Sean

Surfing

Surfing sounds fun and looks easy right? well think again! I surfed a few times when I was younger but it was easy to catch a wave when someone was there helping me. So I thought now I'm much older and stronger and I have a board that I barely use, so I'm gonna go to the beach and try it again (not to mention that I live in Jersey and haven't gone in the ocean all summer). I waxed up the board and went to Manasquan where there is a surfing beach. I paddled out and was winded immediately haha I was burnt out after 5 minutes. Not to mention trying to balance myself on the board. It's a waiting game when trying to catch a good wave. There were a few times when I almost caught one but I never did. I didn't mind cuz I still had fun! I don't really have a moral to this story except that I had fun doing something I'm not that good at. And I do look forward to trying it again next year haha but in the mean time I'll just be sore while enjoying my Monday off from work.

-Sean

Oh how emotion moves us

It's odd how emotion can change us so much physically. Whether happy or sad somehow it affects our abilities. Many many many years ago I was devastated over a girl (surprise surprise) and just was NOT hungry. But that didn't last long for fatty over here ha. But what made me realize how crazy emotion is, is really a positive situation: singing. I can squeeze out a few notes vocally, but we all have our off days. Most of the time it is because I don't warm up, or I'm focusing too much on my key. Last night me and the guys went to see Underoath (incredible as expected). The music just grabbed me and I just couldn't control myself singing every song. Without any vocal warmups I was actually hitting everything. I really couldn't believe it, but it was definitely all emotion that gave me the physical ability to belt all the notes. But this goes a long way for everything. Anger can affect our strength, love can affect our judgement and so many other emotions change us as well. Although, it's probably just in our head. Because our feelings cause us to focus on something else, maybe that ability is just at its fullest potential.






-Ryan

Rabbis With Guns wtf

I'm watching Fox right now and just watched those typical news plugs saying some random shit like "Your next trip to the salad bar could be your last." Ok that's a little overboard, and it's from Family Guy. Usually they're a little realistic, but for the first time it was a Family Guy moment. And I quote "Why Rabbi's are being trained with guns, next at 10." Really? Rabbi's with guns? I guess that's what you call marketing. It makes you wonder and may even cause you to watch it. Apparently the Muslim Jihad has brought them towards this. Then again, seeing the lengths that they go to, I'd probably train myself for that as well. Here's a little info on it: http://tonyphyrillas.blogspot.com/2009/09/rabbis-with-guns.html

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Sex Simulator for Kids!!

No it's not what you think, but now you have kids reenact their birth! Once again, kidding, but I wonder what is going on with the creators of some kids' toys like this one. Is is some sick joke because kids will NEVER see it until they're older? Or do they just not realize it? And what about all of those sexual innuendos and secrets in Disney movies? I've never noticed any of them, but have always heard this and that. Man, people are fucked up, or just stupid. If you're viewing this from facebook, to see the video below go to www.offateandchance.blogspot.com.



-Ryan

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Listening to: Jack's Mannequin
Reading: Requiem, Mass.

Good talk

-Ryan

Another blast from the past...

This was from 2006. Probably in the early hours of June 20th. haha...small group of peeps rockin' out with us. JB falling down in the beginning of the video from rockin' too hard



More memories to come!

-Sean

Vegetarians, I Salute You

I always understood what animal rights activists were fighting for and for the msot part I could agree with them. However, some of them go too far and become too pretentious for my liking. Also, it becomes to preachy and annoying. Don't get me wrong they should spread their ideas, but they should just put it out there for peopel to see and not rub it in everyone's faces. In fact by them just putting it out there and NOT pushing their ideals I've become more influenced to maybe cut down on meats and other animal related foods. This video is one I came across. If you're looking at this through Facebook go here for the original post with the video: www.offateandchance.blogspot.com




-Ryan

A New Month

Yes, it's finally September. Well I really wasn't waiting for anything this month but I always feel different when a new month arrives. It's almost as if the first day isn't real to me because soon I'll wake up and it'll be the 15th of the month and then I'll think "Wow it's almost over already!" Yes, I know, that's a totally different topic right there. I think most things I write about in this blog have that recurring theme of time disappearing. That's a thought that typically runs through my head a lot. I know most people probably agree with me on time running away, but I look to use more recurring themes through out this blog. Maybe you'll see some more of them soon and who knows? You might just learn something :) I know I learn something new everyday. But on the other hand we shall see what September will bring. And I agree with Ryan on the last post, it has been a beautiful day today here in Jersey

-Sean

Fuuuckk yeeess

I don't want to speak too soon, but peace out sweating. I can't tell you how great it felt to walk otuside this morning and actually be cold. Summer was only good for one thing, no school. Now that that doesn't matter for me, it's just another season, but hot as hell. Trust me it's better to be too cold than too hot. If you're in public and you're cold you can just add another layer. However, if it's too hot, you can't get naked in public. Even then you may still be sweating balls. Something about fall and winter is so solemn. I also feel more productive in the colder seasons. When you're too hot you just feel lazy, sitting there sweating in from of a fan like the cartoons. When I'm cold though I feel like getting up and moving around to get my blood flowing so I'm not so cold. Last and most important, it's football season.




-Ryan