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;
Then this brilliant album...
Fink - Sort Of Revolution.
On vinyl...
1974 - Original viny...
Followed by this 1971 classic also on vinyl...
Tragically Hip
In a Britten mood lately, this is a thrilling disc with the knotty cello symphony sandwiched by opera suites. I've never heard Rostropovitch' original recording which by all accounts dominates the field, but Gardner and Watkins are superb - and in glorious sound.
Cheers,
EJ
Ryley Walker another few trax off the new album.
Paul Westerberg and Juliana Hatfield.
1985 - nice compilation on vinyl...
Joe Henry produced the album.
KC's best album in my view. I always get caught out with it. For example at the very beginning where the opening 'walks' forward with a commensurate rise in volume, I've usually upped the wick too much, too early. Later in Lizard itself, there a quiet piece before a full-throttle blast, and even though I know it's coming it still makes me jump. Great album.
MDS posted:
KC's best album in my view. I always get caught out with it. For example at the very beginning where the opening 'walks' forward with a commensurate rise in volume, I've usually upped the wick too much, too early. Later in Lizard itself, there a quiet piece before a full-throttle blast, and even though I know it's coming it still makes me jump. Great album.
Great album, Mike.
But... Itcotck has to be my favourite. From the stormy opening of "21st Century Schizoid Man" to the peaceful and calming feeling of "I Talk to the Wind". In second it has to be "Larks Tongues in Aspic" with the impressive addition of John Wetton's voice and bass and Brudford's powerful yet subtle percussion.
The are all great albums, really! 
ewemon posted:
Ryley Walker another few trax off the new album.
I've listened to a couple of tracks, Ewe. Good songs. They remind me of of Elliot Smith's "From the Basement..." album .
Tony2011 posted:MDS posted:
KC's best album in my view. I always get caught out with it. For example at the very beginning where the opening 'walks' forward with a commensurate rise in volume, I've usually upped the wick too much, too early. Later in Lizard itself, there a quiet piece before a full-throttle blast, and even though I know it's coming it still makes me jump. Great album.
Great album, Mike.
But... Itcotck has to be my favourite. From the stormy opening of "21st Century Schizoid Man" to the peaceful and calming feeling of "I Talk to the Wind". In second it has to be "Larks Tongues in Aspic" with the impressive addition of John Wetton's voice and bass and Brudford's powerful yet subtle percussion.
The are all great albums, really!
Yes, Tony. I'm a big fan go ITCOTCK too. Must get around to playing those other KC albums you pointed me towards (Beat, Discipline, and Three of a Perfect Pair). Had them ages now and they are still in their wrappers!
Mike
another vinyl oldie rediscovered and enjoyed earlier this afternoon...
enjoy
ken
On vinyl...
1976 - Original vinyl...
MDS posted:Tony2011 posted:MDS posted:
KC's best album in my view. I always get caught out with it. For example at the very beginning where the opening 'walks' forward with a commensurate rise in volume, I've usually upped the wick too much, too early. Later in Lizard itself, there a quiet piece before a full-throttle blast, and even though I know it's coming it still makes me jump. Great album.
Great album, Mike.
But... Itcotck has to be my favourite. From the stormy opening of "21st Century Schizoid Man" to the peaceful and calming feeling of "I Talk to the Wind". In second it has to be "Larks Tongues in Aspic" with the impressive addition of John Wetton's voice and bass and Brudford's powerful yet subtle percussion.
The are all great albums, really!
Yes, Tony. I'm a big fan go ITCOTCK too. Must get around to playing those other KC albums you pointed me towards (Beat, Discipline, and Three of a Perfect Pair). Had them ages now and they are still in their wrappers!
Mike
Not surprisingly, I'm in agreement with the OP on this one.
Incidentally, both "Three of a Perfect Pair" and "Beat" have been given the Steven Wilson treatment and will be released in the CD/DVDA format this October according to Burning Shed.
sjbabbey posted:MDS posted:Tony2011 posted:MDS posted:
KC's best album in my view. I always get caught out with it. For example at the very beginning where the opening 'walks' forward with a commensurate rise in volume, I've usually upped the wick too much, too early. Later in Lizard itself, there a quiet piece before a full-throttle blast, and even though I know it's coming it still makes me jump. Great album.
Great album, Mike.
But... Itcotck has to be my favourite. From the stormy opening of "21st Century Schizoid Man" to the peaceful and calming feeling of "I Talk to the Wind". In second it has to be "Larks Tongues in Aspic" with the impressive addition of John Wetton's voice and bass and Brudford's powerful yet subtle percussion.
The are all great albums, really!
Yes, Tony. I'm a big fan go ITCOTCK too. Must get around to playing those other KC albums you pointed me towards (Beat, Discipline, and Three of a Perfect Pair). Had them ages now and they are still in their wrappers!
Mike
Not surprisingly, I'm in agreement with the OP on this one.
Incidentally, both "Three of a Perfect Pair" and "Beat" have been given the Steven Wilson treatment and will be released in the CD/DVDA format this October according to Burning Shed.
As usual, I will stay well clear from anything that bloke touches! 
Tony2011 posted:spurrier sucks posted:
Just had a listen on Tidal. What did you think of it?
I found it a little too mellow. I miss the heavy funkness of "Mother's Milk" and "Blood Sugar..."
I agree with your take but it wasn't a bad listen.
Just listening and relaxing, such a great classic....
1987 - Tidal - Following a recommendation by Graeme. Mesmerising!