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When he entered elementary school he met John Gold, who would become a lifelong friend and eventual roomate to Summers upon graduation. The lyrics covered a variety of themes including relationships with friends, witchcraft and apocalyptic catastrophes, while the music ranged from ballads such as "Refugees" to unusual and aggressive playing on "White Hammer" and "After the Flood". When he was sixteen he had his heart broken by a girl he truly cared for. Rayne is narcissistic, egotistical, and immature. What Could Have Been: If not for the ridiculous amount of Executive Meddling (see above), an Animated Adaptation would have actually been made, and provided a new low by which to judge just how unfunny a cartoon could be. Read The Least I Could Do's bio and find out more about The Least I Could Do's songs, albums, and chart history. [2], The group began rehearsals for a new album in September 1969, practicing every day. Jackson wrote the music to "Out of My Book" on piano, which was completed by Hammill on guitar. Playback options Drummer Guy Evans recalled that Anthony was "a very good organiser" who recognised Hammill's intelligence and artistic capabilities. Anvilicious: A story arc that blatantly compares George W. Bush to Emperor Palpatine...published in 2011, three years after Bush left office. Roomate, teacher, long-suffering wife. It featured a different cover than the U.K. The Least I Could Do Wiki is a wiki created for those who love the webcomic created by Ryan Sohmer. [23], François Couture, reviewing the album in AllMusic, described Hammill's distorted delivery of the word "Annihilation" in "After the Flood" to be "one of the scariest moments in the history of British prog rock". This became the subject of much contention between Sohmer, DeSouza, and Tele Toon. Ashley and "Unca Rayne" fall for each other big time. [20] In April 1970, the group performed "Darkness" and "Whatever Would Robert Have Said?" Although Lar’s charity efforts already passed their set monetary goal, the real goal is supporting MS Society, and there’s no ceiling for how much money that needs. Rayne’s oldest friend, John and he have grown apart in recent years but slowly, are rebuilding their adult relationship. Listen online to Greg Gibbs - The Least I Could Do and find out more about its history, critical reception, and meaning. Least I Could Do/WMG < Least I Could Do. Rayne helping Noel move into his new condo, complete with three different types of straws for his Red Bull. The problem with Least I Could Do is that it is, essentially, a wish-fuffilment fantasy; basically, Rayne is what Ryan wish's he could be; everyone adores him, he can be a prick but he's cool and gets a way with it, he's successful, and has a full head of hair. [15], In the Q & Mojo Classic Special Edition Pink Floyd & The Story of Prog Rock, the album came #15 in its list of "40 Cosmic Rock Albums". They are done in a traditional Sunday newspaper style, and feature Rayne as an eight year old. The main protagonist is Rayne Summers . Created by Ryan Sohmer and Lar deSouza. These recordings were later released on the box set The Box. He regularly makes elaborate plans, and is willing to invlove his friends in his hijinks. "[19], To promote the album, the group played "Darkness (11/11)" and "After the Flood" on a session for BBC Radio 1. Least i could do Wiki is a FANDOM Comics Community. [12] The album was recorded over four days at Trident Studios, London, from 11 to 14 December 1969 with producer John Anthony. Listen online to Brian Friel - The Least I Could Do and find out more about its history, critical reception, and meaning. Least I Could Do The Pilot. Awesome Ego: Rayne. version. The award-winning Least I Could Do is mainly a gag-based comic strip (although every month it features a Story Arc or two that last about a week) about the misadventures of a group of longtime 20-something geek friends living in the city. Wiki edit history. referred to Robert J. In addition to having brief commercial success, the album was well received by critics and continues to be praised. Rayne's mom had a relationship before she met his father, which lead to the birth of Ashley's mother (Rayne's half-sister). Biography [edit | edit source] Rayne was born at some time during the mid to late eighties. So ya, Least I could do is now a pro-immigration, pro-social justice, no-manwhore comic. Sadly, Rayne's mom couldn't keep her daughter due to her young age and her fear of public scrutiny. "LOVE FROM ABOVE!" In other words, the perfect song for Rayne Summers. [16] The band was well rehearsed and completed recording quickly, allowing bassist Nic Potter time to overdub electric guitar onto some tracks. https://leasticoulddo.fandom.com/wiki/Rayne_Summers?oldid=3932. Work, Wild Mass Guessing/Webcomics, Least I Could Do, WMG. Ensemble Darkhorse: The Frog King was never drawn in the webcomic, and existed courtesy of a Mondegreen induced punchline. [5] Banton had a background as a church organist, and he found his enthusiasm for modern French classic music combined well with Hammill's songwriting. [7], The final track, "After the Flood" was a science fiction number that showed the fallout of an apocalyptic flood, and featured a twelve tone figure arranged by Jackson and a variety of different mood and style changes. [6] "Refugees" was written by Hammill for ex-flatmates Mike McLean and Susan Penhaligon, while "White Hammer" was about the Malleus Maleficarum and witchcraft in the Middle Ages. [7] "Whatever Would Robert Have Said?" The artistic style seems to be inspired by "Calvin and Hobbes." Rayne Summers is the protagonist of Least I Could Do. "LOVE FROM ABOVE!" Listen online to That Dog - Least I Could Do and find out more about its history, critical reception, and meaning. So, don't think anyone made a topic about this, sorry if I missed it. It is updated every day of the week except for Sunday, on which their spin-off comic Least I could Do Beginnings is shown . [18], The title is taken from artist John Minton: "We're all awash in a sea of blood, and the least we can do is wave to each other. One of the three webcomics from the creative team of Ryan Sohmer and Lar DeSouza (the others being Looking for Group and The Gutters ). A daily webcomic series about the life of Rayne Summers. View source. [1], Anthony added sound effects from the BBC sound library at the start of "Darkness" and fed Hammill's voice through tremolo and distortion boxes for a section of "After the Flood". Fridays, we open the Larchives, Lar’s extensive archive of art work oddities, and share a few pieces. Critical reception was favourable; a review in International Times said the album was the best debut since King Crimson's In the Court of the Crimson King, while Time Out said it was "the strongest thing I've heard in a long time". Get recommendations for other artists you'll love. Created by Ryan Sohmer and Lar deSouza. Mike Hurwitz played cello on "Refugees". The earlier The Aerosol Grey Machine (September 1969) had been written and recorded as a solo record by singer and main songwriter Peter Hammill for Mercury Records. Listen online to Supersuckers With Amy Nelson - Least I Could Do and find out more about its history, critical reception, and meaning. Executive Meddling: For an Animated Adaptation that was never made. Lyrical Dissonance: The (proposed) opening theme to Least I Could Do: The Animated Series is rife with this--it's a cheery, upbeat tune about desiring to live life while facing absolutely none of the consequences or repercussions for one's actions. [13] Stratton-Smith kept a "hands-off" approach to recording, allowing the band artistic freedom. Edit # Submitter Type Comment Sent for moderation Points Status. Least I Could Do is a webcomic created by Ryan Sohmer and Lar deSouza. (Published by Stratsong Ltd.), 1970 studio album by Van der Graaf Generator, "One of the scariest moments in the history of British prog rock. Rayne discovers he has a half-sister, who has a five-year old daughter. The Least We Can Do Is Wave to Each Other is the second album by the British progressive rock band Van der Graaf Generator, released in February 1970 on Charisma Records.It was the group's first album to be released in the UK and the only one to chart in the top 50 in that country. Rayne was born at some time during the mid to late eighties. During his teen years Rayne would wreak various amounts of mischief (such as gluing his desk and chair to the ceiling and egging his english teacher's house). Rayne Summers is the protagonist of Least I Could Do. [1] Jackson decided not to play "White Hammer" to a friend while his children were present, afraid they would be frightened by the music. Blind Ferret have been at it since 2007, with limited success beyond a set of shorts. Gerry Salisbury played cornet on "White Hammer". Playing via Spotify Playing via YouTube. After knowing each other for less than a day, they were already this close. The ‘I’ in Least I Could Do, Rayne is a narcisst with severe delusions of grandeur, with an unfortunately huge amount of disposable income. Although this is the second album in the Van der Graaf Generator catalogue, it was the first to be released in the UK, and the band considered it their first proper album. Playing via Spotify Playing via YouTube. Van de Graaff, the inventor of the Van de Graaff generator that the group took their name from. Take your favorite fandoms with you and never miss a beat. B o d h s a t t v a s p a t h • T a k • C o n t r Ashley and "Unca Rayne" fall for each other big time. [9][10][a], Stratton-Smith founded Charisma Records in late 1969, signing Van der Graaf Generator as one of its first acts. It follows the misadventures of Rayne Summers, who is a blatant self-insert of Sohmer himself, as he fucks travels his way through life. The Loop (TV) Do … A daily webcomic series about the life of Rayne Summers. He did not find out that she existed until the year of 2006. Blind Ferret Entertainment is currently handling projects for Least I Could Do, Looking for Group, Ctrl+Alt+Del & PvP, including web broadcast episodes and is currently attempting to produce the Least I Could Do webcomic as a cartoon series with Teletoon. He also arranged a nine-piece orchestra for a re-recording of the track that was later released as a single. Rayne initially only wanted to sleep with Cyndi Wang because she was Asian, … And then this comic, following Rayne's near-death experience. [14] Trident had some of the most advanced studio equipment at the time;[15] most of the album was recorded on an 8-track reel-to-reel machine, except for "After the Flood", which used a 16-track. Through a deal worked out by manager Tony Stratton-Smith, the album was released under the Van der Graaf Generator name in exchange for a release from the group's contract. After a talk with Issa, Rayne decided he no longer wanted to be the one who never made it out of the friend zone. The songs on the album were mostly composed by group leader Peter Hammill but arranged and rehearsed by the whole band. Least I Could Do: Beginnings is the name of the series of Sunday strips that began November 9, 2008. Community content is … Me Love You Long Time: Subverted. Least I Could Do is a gigantic and hideous monument to writer Ryan Sohmer's fucking ego. Pages in category "Least I Could Do" The following 7 pages are in this category, out of 7 total. [17] The sleeve dedicated the album to "L & M, without whom everyone would have been much happier", a criticism of Lou Reizner and Mercury Records. The Least We Can Do Is Wave to Each Other is the second album by the British progressive rock band Van der Graaf Generator, released in February 1970 on Charisma Records. So the least I could do Is keep the peace and see this through If it makes it easier for you It's the least I could do I don't think I appreciate All the unsolicited advice Not meant to humiliate Even though it just might And so far All it's done Is make it a little less hard And make it a lot less fun I … Retrieved from " https://leasticoulddo.fandom.com/wiki/Least_I_Could_Do:_Beginnings?oldid=3923 ". Playback options History Talk (0) Share. ↑ the lesbian IDS employee from the December 2011 story arc ↑ in the comic it's based on, the second-to-last panel reveals that he's talking to Baby, but Chewbacca's spooning him . [3] Hammill wrote most of the songs and presented them to the band as finished pieces he could play along to,[4] but arrangements were worked out by everyone in the group, particularly organist Hugh Banton and new member, saxophonist David Jackson, and the whole group improvised several pieces together. This ends up being the reason why the first artist quit the comic as he could no longer stand the sexist humor. The first pressing of the album was released with Talmy's mix, but the band were unhappy and convinced Charisma to allow Anthony to remix it, which appeared on all subsequent releases. The store, however, sells a t-shirt and a plush toy in his image. for the German television show Beat Club, with Jethro Tull appearing on the same show. Rayne discovers he has a half-sister, who has a five-year old daughter. [21], The album was the first (and only) by the band to reach the top 50 in the UK. Banton was credited writing the part, but not given an actual songwriting credit. Everything is on the table. This is when he changed into the playboy he is today. [4], "Darkness (11/11)" got its title from being written on 11 November 1968,[4] and was the first piece to feature Jackson's Roland Kirk influenced double horn section, playing alto and tenor saxophone simultaneously. [24], All songs written by Peter Hammill, except as noted. However, he is also very loyal to them, and generally does his best to help them in times of need. [16], The album was released in the UK in February 1970. Rayne is also critical of religion. [17] The first US issue of the album was released by the Probe Records division of ABC Records, also in 1970. ", The lyrics are slightly different. Least I Could Do » Least I Could Do #3 - My Eyes Are Up Here released by Blind Ferret on February 2010. He is, however, prone to outbursts of generosity and kindness, usually resulting in him getting some form of sexual reward. Ashley is Rayne's half-niece. He was a newspaper columnist for a few years, but after an attept to have sex with Marcy McKean, he became an executive at IDS Enterprises. It was the group's first album to be released in the UK and the only one to chart in the top 50 in that country. Stratton-Smith was unhappy with Anthony's production and asked Shel Talmy to remix it. watch 01:56. Although Lar deSouza is the current artist, the comic was previously drawn by Chad W.M. Although incapable of having a long, stable relationship with a woman, Rayne keeps in touch with his various family members, including his parents, Ashley, and his brother Eric. 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