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Post by castlikeaghille on Apr 20, 2007 12:17:24 GMT
As it is Friday afternoon, how about a topical focus group moment, and seeing as we seem to have quite a few axe-men among the congregation how about this perennial pub favourite?
Arcade Fire, are they "the best band in existence" as many critics have claimed since the release of the cheerily entitled Funeral? Now with the release of the follow up Neon Bible the Culture Show BBC 2 11.35 tonight seeks to find out. Do salmon fuishers have a view?
For those who are curious, there are extended clips of AF on You Tube - type in Arcade Fire and for a sample of them at their best (?) try "Keep The Car Running" or "Intervention" - AF performing these on the David Letterman show is probably better than some of the mobile video images at Gigs
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Post by toucan on Apr 20, 2007 13:19:54 GMT
Thanks for that - a very enjoyable diversion. It's a good thing the boss is out. It is an original mixture of instruments and a great overall sound (depending on the clip quality) but I'll reserve judgment on BBiE until I've heard a bit more  . I'm also enjoying Muse "Black Holes & Revelations" (yes I know it's so very last year) at the moment. Mark |
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Post by ibm59 on Apr 20, 2007 13:34:44 GMT
Arcade fire. Hadn't heard of them so checked out Tube as directed.
Natty little beat combo. But not my cup of T, old bean.
Think I'll stick to Richard Thompson. Loads of his stuff on YouTube for all you acoustic/electric players out there. Awesome player on both and a unique style. Check him out , pickers.
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Post by speycaster on Apr 20, 2007 14:46:19 GMT
im afraid the best of rock has been and gone for me, no more mega bands just ordainary bands who think thy are something else where is the next WHITESANAKE,, THE WHO,THIN LIZZY,DEF, LEPORD,ROLLING STONES,FREE AND THE LIKE all gone my freind all gone , todays bands dont inspire me at all with the exception of a few half decent tracks [they dont make em like they used to ] lol ;D ;D ;D  |
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Post by windcutter on Apr 20, 2007 14:57:25 GMT
Speycaster,what about Primal scream?Otherwise I agree .I think Deep Purple are touring soon supported by Thin Lizzy and Styx.I wonder if anyone has told Phil Lynott!
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Post by salmondan on Apr 20, 2007 15:04:59 GMT
I too will be reserving judgement until I've had chance to listen to more. Interestingly "new" sound they have which would probably grow on me. For cutting edge axe work (no pun intended) though I have to agree with toucan for the muse thang (esp. exo politic) and possibly add a vote for some of the more complex fretboard plinking (and plonking) being touted by the fratellis (creepin up the backstairs ), roots in jazz or c&w perhaps? To cut to the point, I would not class AF as being ready for title of BBiE just yet. Not sure who that honour would go to though, possibly someone like the Australian Pink Floyd tribute act (just for the live show). Best go home and lubricate the old thinking organ. |
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Post by ibm59 on Apr 20, 2007 15:33:37 GMT
Koss(off) was king. Long gone and sorely missed. Not a rock picker in sight today to fill his shoes.
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Post by dunbar on Apr 20, 2007 15:35:55 GMT
Hey pop pickers.
Aye, 'Funeral' is a good piece. Haven't listened to Neon Bible in its entirety but it's on the 'to buy' list. In a similar vein, British Sea Power bang out a good choon or 2. There's so much good stuff out there these days if you care to peer below the flimsy layer of dross most people call pop these days.
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Post by elwyman on Apr 20, 2007 15:51:53 GMT
I thought this thread would be about space invaders or asteroids!
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Post by ibm59 on Apr 20, 2007 16:14:43 GMT
I thought this thread would be about space invaders or asteroids! I thought it would be some new tying material to start with ;D but it's far more interesting than that. |
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Post by acw on Apr 20, 2007 16:21:03 GMT
The extra 2 years I have gave me Hendrix ,jefferson airplane ,burritto bros,NRPS /dead.and my al time live favorite Chuck Berry closly run by Bob Dylan with the Band im afraid the best of rock has been and gone for me, no more mega bands just ordainary bands who think thy are something else where is the next WHITESANAKE,, THE WHO,THIN LIZZY,DEF, LEPORD,ROLLING STONES,FREE AND THE LIKE all gone my freind all gone , todays bands dont inspire me at all with the exception of a few half decent tracks [they dont make em like they used to ] lol ;D ;D ;D [/quote |
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Post by sinkingtip on Apr 20, 2007 18:10:58 GMT
Being heavily involved in the music 'biz' I checked this crew (AF) out with anticipation. Unusual line up and arrangements but kind of formulaic in structure. Reminded me a lot of the Cure but without the quality tunes. Talking Heads meets Chumbawumba with a bit of Dexy's thrown in and topped of with a smattering of Nick Cage / John Cale and the New York Dolls.
You Tuber's - type in the words Klaus Nomi and marvel !
My CD selection for the motor this week is.......
Massive Attack - Protection
John Martyn - Solid Air
Transformer - Lou Reed
Antony and the Johnson's - I Am A Bird now
Buena Vista Social Club - Untitled
Bonnie Prince Billy (with Tortoise) - anyone heard of him ?
Herbie Hancock - Headhunters
Hendrix - Axis Bold As Love
Joni Mitchel - Mingus
Little Feat - The Last Record Album
ID + The Blockheads - New Boots
Van Morrison - Astral Weeks
Frank Zappa - Hot Rats
Saint Andrew - The Word On The Pavey (Scottish guy - anybody heard?)
Beach Boys - Pet Sounds (perfect music for driving down to the water prior to night time S/T fishing).
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Post by castlikeaghille on Apr 20, 2007 18:51:14 GMT
I thought this thread would be about space invaders or asteroids! It's alright good fella - the next top artist under the lamp will be Perry Co mo ;D ;D - an absolutely crucial ingredient of the next Frodin Killer Flee.....   |
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Post by macd on Apr 20, 2007 19:29:29 GMT
dudes, the cat empire austrailia's finest. check them out. www.thecatempire.comif you like bit of reggae, ska, hip hop and latino all thrown together......this is for you. im off to see you tube |
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Post by Fruin on Apr 20, 2007 19:38:06 GMT
My CD selection for the motor this week is....... Massive Attack - Protection John Martyn - Solid Air Transformer - Lou Reed Antony and the Johnson's - I Am A Bird now Buena Vista Social Club - Untitled Bonnie Prince Billy (with Tortoise) - anyone heard of him ? Herbie Hancock - Headhunters Hendrix - Axis Bold As Love Joni Mitchel - Mingus Little Feat - The Last Record Album ID + The Blockheads - New Boots Van Morrison - Astral Weeks Frank Zappa - Hot Rats Saint Andrew - The Word On The Pavey (Scottish guy - anybody heard?) Beach Boys - Pet Sounds (perfect music for driving down to the water prior to night time S/T fishing). That is so close to the CD's in my car at the moment. Never heard of Bonnie Prince Billy or Saint Andrew. Can't get enough of Miles Davis - Miles in the Sky at the moment for night time or sunny day driving. Solid Air - never tire of it. |
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Post by sinkingtip on Apr 20, 2007 20:11:41 GMT
Hi Macd - had a look at The Cat Empire - very interesting and right up one of my many streets - nice one ! Funky wee website to boot. Fruin - take it you also know the JM album Bless The Weather ? Musical respect to you both. |
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Post by riverwalk on Apr 20, 2007 20:21:48 GMT
fruin......you are the man!!!miles davis!!!! ...tastic!!!....love the delfonics!!!....listen to them!!!.....sinkingtips selection is good!!...worth a listen......St Andrew.....of the woolen mill fame....is worth a listen to....st andrew has achieved a demigod status on the eastcoast of scotland......i find it mildly amusing!!!!....
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Post by macd on Apr 20, 2007 20:28:52 GMT
Hi Macd - had a look at The Cat Empire - very interesting and right up one of my many streets - nice one ! Funky wee website to boot. Fruin - take it you also know the JM album Bless The Weather ? Musical respect to you both. Likewise ST nice list...Little Feat In the car just now (my stuff anyway Undertones- Kings of Leon Who Canned Heat John Lee Hooker Sony Terry and Brownie McGhee Zero-7 Cat Empire Happy Mondays Rolling Stones The Specials Doors |
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Post by macd on Apr 20, 2007 20:34:43 GMT
Hi Macd - had a look at The Cat Empire - very interesting and right up one of my many streets - nice one ! Funky wee website to boot. Fruin - take it you also know the JM album Bless The Weather ? Musical respect to you both. check out the cat empire on you tube. The chariot, Sly, Hello, the car song. also a bit of soul and funk in the newer stuff. R |
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Post by ibrox on Apr 20, 2007 20:35:45 GMT
Like it Ross but dont forget THE JAM |
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