Forum The Longship AMA -- Rob Shanahan (For music fans)

AMA -- Rob Shanahan (For music fans)

VikingOracle
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As we wait for the start of free agency and the draft and the fact many hear discuss music, I thought it might be entertaining to do an "ask me anything" with Minnesota native, Viking fan and world-renowned rock photographer Rob Shanahan (who I know from LA circles).  Rob has registered and agreed to answer questions in the coming days (though he may pop in and answer questions at any time, he is willing to come at a particular time so please suggest when he should think about making a formal visit).

Rob's bio:  

#1 · Mar 6, 7:19 PM
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Just got the announcement, Vikings released Thielen! Oh man....

#42 · Mar 10, 8:05 AM
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@"Rob Shanahan" said: Just got the announcement, Vikings released Thielen! Oh man....
yep,  hate to seem him go,  but thats part of the game,  not to mention it doesnt sound like he enjoyed his role in this offense and they didnt value him for anymore than what he was seeing last year.  wish him the best,  been a damn fun kid to root for.
#43 · Mar 10, 10:48 AM
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@"JimmyinSD" said:
@"Rob Shanahan" said: Just got the announcement, Vikings released Thielen! Oh man....
yep,  hate to seem him go,  but thats part of the game,  not to mention it doesnt sound like he enjoyed his role in this offense and they didnt value him for anymore than what he was seeing last year.  wish him the best,  been a damn fun kid to root for.
100% Class act, and super fun to watch. His love for the game and for the Vikings was fun to watch. My MSU brother, thanks for all the great plays...SKOL
#44 · Mar 10, 2:50 PM
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Rob, if you were going to create a playlist featuring great drum solos, what songs would be on that playlist?

Now, Viking-related: what is your favorite Viking memory from your childhood?

#45 · Mar 11, 7:37 AM
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@"VikingOracle" said: Rob, if you were going to create a playlist featuring great drum solos, what songs would be on that playlist?

oh wow, so many, here's a few:
Aja - Steely Dan/Steve Gadd
Tom Sawyer - RUSH/Neil Peart
Hot for Teacher - Van Halen/Alex VH
Moby Dick - Led Zeppelin/John Bonham
West Side Story - Buddy Rich (or ANYTHING Buddy Rich)

Now, Viking-related: what is your favorite Viking memory from your childhood?

My dad had season tix at Met Stadium, we'd wait by the player's exit/parking lot and get our programs autographed! Matt Blair, Carl Eller, Paul Krause, Chuck Foreman, Alan Page...etc. My young mind was blown. :)

#46 · Mar 11, 12:02 PM
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@"Rob Shanahan" said:

oh wow, so many, here's a few:
Aja - Steely Dan/Steve Gadd
Tom Sawyer - RUSH/Neil Peart
Hot for Teacher - Van Halen/Alex VH
Moby Dick - Led Zeppelin/John Bonham
West Side Story - Buddy Rich (or ANYTHING Buddy Rich)



nice list! 

Carter Beaufort did it, & blew a bubble!

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=uftARK21gYQ

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