What are you listening to and WHY might anyone be interested? (Vol. XII)
Posted by: Richard Dane on 01 January 2016
2016 has arrived today, so time to start this thread afresh.
Last year's thread (and links to previous years) can be found here;
Sloop John B posted:Van's throwaways, how many hundreds of albums do I have with nothing like quality than is on this?
Sometimes Van leaves me speechless.
SJB
Finally got around to giving this a listen. I like Van Morrison but he has such a huge catalog it is difficult sometimes to know where to look so I was delighted to see this one recommended.
SJB, you are absolutely right this one is a stunner. I am only on track 13 of 30 and each track so far has grabbed my attention for one reason or another, Van's singing (he uses some different styles on this one), harmonica playing, lyrics or just the synergy of the band and their music-making talents. This is Van at his bluesy, soulful best!
Love it and looking forward to the next 17 tracks. That's what I call value for money!
Another one of his worth digging out is It's Too Late to Stop Now - Live. SJB, this of course may have been one of your recommendations.
On vinyl...
Streaming | WAV
(2015)
Very fine heavy prog rock downloaded from Bandcamp.
Mellow and intense by turns, with some amazing effects.
Andy Shauf "Darker Days"
1st real run, pleasant..
i often use 'Time After Time' from this album as a sort of test track -- tells me a lot.
Different and interesting take on Cyndi Lauper's song...
enjoy...
ken
Ken, you've inspired me to play this...
Airbag -Identity
Good choice finkfan, superb album, it brings back great memories from naim demo room at Bristol show
(2011)
Very enjoyable gig by this very good Norwegian prog rock band from Dingwalls in Camden Town.
Outlaws "Lady In Waiting"
Hungryhalibut posted:Ken, you've inspired me to play this...
Good to hear Nigel!
enjoy...
ken
Shelby Lynne "I Can't Imagine"
ken c posted:i often use 'Time After Time' from this album as a sort of test track -- tells me a lot.
Different and interesting take on Cyndi Lauper's song...
enjoy...
ken
Thanks for the tip, I had the album as part of a collection. Indeed this version of time after time is also special. While I still find the original one on the You are under arrest album cult....
A special duo..
Nitty Gritty Dirt Band "Acoustic"
Currently listening to a mixed tape, mostly jazz and blues, done while the streamer is away for service. 
Sarah McLachlan "Shine On"
Getting ready for world conquest, -Lizzy : Fighting.
sounding particularly good tonight through my new DAC (Hugo TT ) and new toy (HQ Player).
SJB
On vinyl.