What are you listening to and WHY might anyone be interested? (Vol.VIII)
Posted by: Richard Dane on 29 December 2011
With 2012 almost upon us, it's time to start a fresh thread. I've gone back to an earlier thread title because often the "why" is the most interesting part of the post.
Anyway, links:
Volume VII: https://forums.naimaudio.com/di...6878604287751/page/1
Volume VI: https://forums.naimaudio.com/di...ent/1566878604097229
Volume V: https://forums.naimaudio.com/di...ent/1566878605140495
Volume IV: https://forums.naimaudio.com/di...ent/1566878605795042
Volume III: https://forums.naimaudio.com/di...ent/1566878607309474
Volume II: https://forums.naimaudio.com/di...ent/1566878606245043
Volume I: https://forums.naimaudio.com/di...ent/1566878607464290
On CD:-
Rush - Snakes and Arrows
First play:
Very composite disc of extracts so doesn't particularly flow though well as an album but great for reference and educational, enjoyed the Rameau most of all.
The disc ends with a few minutes of William Christie talking about the origins of Opera [in Italy apparently] and how this Baroque style regained some popularity in the later 20th century.
Debs
Bach's sonatas for violin and harpsichord, played by the italian team of Carmignola and Marcon. Their tempi are refreshingly slow when the music calls for it, allowing the music to breathe and Bach's mellower and even sad tunes to shine. At the same time, this is one of the most exciting, well played performances of this music I have heard.
EJ
On the black stuff.
Hi Chief,
I found ths thread from a guy on gearslutz who is a fan of Peter Katis, who produced the first two Interpol albums, as well as The National & many others. Peter reply's to questions thrown at him about recording techniques etc, and does give some interesting insights to his Interpol involvement. I will check out some of the bands he mentions in his replys.
Hey Denis, An interesting link, thanks. I wasn't really aware of Peter Katis, but yes, The National's last three albums (I don't know any before those) have a similar kind of sound, I guess - I much prefer Interpol's though. The other artists I know (a little of) from that link are Fanfarlo, who are quite a lot like Arcade Fire, and Tokyo Police Club - their debut single, 'Nature of the Experiment' is a great track, from an ep called A Lesson In Crime (before Peter Katis started producing them, I think). Not heard anything from either for a while though.
Yep, I've noticed you've got well into Interpol this year - I can remember asking you what 'Stella..' is about - and you said you'd have to get back to me - I still haven't a clue! You have much more of their stuff than me now, and I still haven't even heard their last album.
Something else you might have already posted / heard, but I'll mention anyhow just in case you haven't, is Paul Banks' solo album under his 'Julian Plenti' alias. You'll probably love this if you don't know it already:
I read a couple of months ago somewhere that he has a new ep out around now, with some unusual covers (from Dilla to Sinatra) though I've not seen it anywhere yet.
From the above album, here's a typical day in the life of Mr Plenti:
Just put it on.
This has got to be one of the greatest songs ever
Hi Chief,
I found ths thread from a guy on gearslutz who is a fan of Peter Katis, who produced the first two Interpol albums, as well as The National & many others. Peter reply's to questions thrown at him about recording techniques etc, and does give some interesting insights to his Interpol involvement. I will check out some of the bands he mentions in his replys.
Hey Denis, An interesting link, thanks. I wasn't really aware of Peter Katis, but yes, The National's last three albums (I don't know any before those) have a similar kind of sound, I guess - I much prefer Interpol's though. The other artists I know (a little of) from that link are Fanfarlo, who are quite a lot like Arcade Fire, and Tokyo Police Club - their debut single, 'Nature of the Experiment' is a great track, from an ep called A Lesson In Crime (before Peter Katis started producing them, I think). Not heard anything from either for a while though.
Yep, I've noticed you've got well into Interpol this year - I can remember asking you what 'Stella..' is about - and you said you'd have to get back to me - I still haven't a clue! You have much more of their stuff than me now, and I still haven't even heard their last album.
Something else you might have already posted / heard, but I'll mention anyhow just in case you haven't, is Paul Banks' solo album under his 'Julian Plenti' alias. You'll probably love this if you don't know it already:
I read a couple of months ago somewhere that he has a new ep out around now, with some unusual covers (from Dilla to Sinatra) though I've not seen it anywhere yet.
From the above album, here's a typical day in the life of Mr Plenti:
Just put it on.
The Julian Plenti limted release EP comes out in the US on 26 June on Matador...
The good new is...
Paul Banks will release a 5-song EP on June 26, titled “Julian Plenti Lives...,” in advance of a full-length Paul Banks LP due this fall. http://store.matadorrecords.co...lian-plenti-lives-ep
I havn't got the first JP solo, but I'll look into it. I'm also going to buy a couple concert DVD's, especially this one - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aBia8JixJcU&feature=related
I played NYC & PDA at the 'Signals' DR demo yesterday and Andy one of the host's was seen tapping his feet to PDA 
The last Interpol album has 3 good tracks (played on a 6 music show, which I enjoyed). I need some more time to give the album a chance to grab me. I'm not sure it's because I know that Daniel left the band at the end of recording that's affecting me. He is a hell of a bass player and I'm not sure he's as prominent as in the 3 previous albums.
As I said to you previously, I'll get back to you about Stella. I don't think she was practicing 'holding her breath' under water though!
Still one of my favourite albums.
The Julian Plenti limted release EP comes out in the US on 26 June on Matador...
The good new is...
Paul Banks will release a 5-song EP on June 26, titled “Julian Plenti Lives...,” in advance of a full-length Paul Banks LP due this fall. http://store.matadorrecords.co...lian-plenti-lives-ep
Excellent, thanks for looking that one up. Not sure how he'll do a cover of the Dilla track ('Mythsysizer') or even why, so I'm kind of curious about that one, at least.
Nice choice of Interpol tracks for the Signals do. Obviously, I'd have gone for 'Stella...' (I'm sure it can't be about what it seems to be, can it?? Don't answer that!)
I definitely like their albums in order of release, and wasn't so keen on Our Love To Admire, so gave the last a miss. Isn't it Carlos that's quit, btw (and who plays bass) ? I've always had the impression it's more or less Daniel's band, much like The Beatles was John's.
Bach's sonatas for violin and harpsichord, played by the italian team of Carmignola and Marcon. Their tempi are refreshingly slow when the music calls for it, allowing the music to breathe and Bach's mellower and even sad tunes to shine. At the same time, this is one of the most exciting, well played performances of this music I have heard.
EJ
Now, EJ, that's something I would really want to get.
Lovely Klemperer/Philharmonia's Schubert's 9th.
Surprisingly I am digging this.
Excellent, thanks for looking that one up. Not sure how he'll do a cover of the Dilla track ('Mythsysizer') or even why, so I'm kind of curious about that one, at least.
Nice choice of Interpol tracks for the Signals do. Obviously, I'd have gone for 'Stella...' (I'm sure it can't be about what it seems to be, can it?? Don't answer that!)
I definitely like their albums in order of release, and wasn't so keen on Our Love To Admire, so gave the last a miss. Isn't it Carlos that's quit, btw (and who plays bass) ? I've always had the impression it's more or less Daniel's band, much like The Beatles was John's.
Hi Chief,
I did reply last night but my laptop & me got in a mucking fuddle! It was Carlos who left of course 
. My Interpol knowledge needs to be interogated!
'Stella' needs further study! I burnt a CD for the Signals event to hear FLAC files of music (all legit purchases!) by Randy McStine & Steve Janson and as a contrast the MP3's of Interpol. I think Andy from Signals liked PDA, which should be played LOUD -> http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aBia8JixJcU
I really like Our Love To Admire, especially my 180g double gatefold (great art & music collide). I like these tracks as tasters...
No I In Threesome - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PyAQYHxw0Ms&feature=related
Rest My Chemistry - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pw5GOzsuavk
Mammoth - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4o41F_Ot8ds&feature=related Listen & learn spanish 
Denis
Stu.
CD
Delivered today from Savanagh, Georgia...
Cusses - First CD (is available worldwide until 29 Oct). I ordered via their facebook page.
First listen, a bit raw and not my usual stuff but has potential.
Info:
Cusses is an upcoming three piece band out of Savannah, Georgia consisting of lead singer Angel Bond, guitarist Bryan Harder, and drummer Brian Lackey. While only making music together for two years, Cusses has developed a signature sound familiar to the Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Siouxsie and the Banshees, and traces of Black Rebel Motorcycle Club.
Check out Cusses’ song, “Worst Enemy” - http://www.electricmohawk.com/cusses-worst-enemy/
This was my first purchase of Randy McStine...
Randy is an excellent guitarist & songwriter. I think this CD is outstanding and you can listen before you buy here - http://lofiresistance.bandcamp.../album/a-deep-breath
Now an album that always reminds me of a time when a summer in England was hot and sunny.
Stu.
