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Posted by: treydog Sep 14 2008, 04:25 AM

The Saturday Late Night Random 10:

Funplex- The B-52s

In Memory of Elizabeth Reed- Allman Brothers

The Way- Fastball

Daydream Believer- The Monkees

I Ain't Superstitious- Howlin' Wolf

What I Like About You- The Romantics

Skating- Vince Guaraldi (A Charlie Brown Christmas)

A Sight for Sore Eyes- Tom Waits

Pennsylvania Six-Five Thousand- Glenn Miller

Style- U.R. Penetrators

As usual, it really is a random mix, esp. with the Vince Guaraldi in there...

Posted by: Sir Radont Sep 14 2008, 04:59 PM

My http://www.purevolume.com/intheclear1 just came out with their first EP so I've been listening to that and Flyleaf a lot.

Posted by: bbqplatypus Sep 15 2008, 06:21 AM

Robert Randolph...again. Honest to Pete, this guy should be more famous. Understand, I'm not the kind of guy who likes to get up and dance around. This guy's music makes me want to do that very thing. Seriously, if I were paralyzed from the waist down, I'm confident that I would find a way.

Posted by: stargelman Sep 15 2008, 08:34 AM

Sue me, but...

I'm listening to Amy Winehouse and I like it!

Posted by: bbqplatypus Sep 19 2008, 01:08 AM

I love Steve Winwood. Seriously, how could anyone NOT love Steve Winwood?



On a related note, I find the title song to be really interesting - not just because it's a great song, but because of the symbolic figure and pagan tradition it refers to. "John Barleycorn" is the personification of grain (and the harvesting of same), and was himself derived from the ancient pagan tradition of the "sacred king," who would be appointed as lord of the harvest and, in some traditions, was ritually sacrificed. It was actually thought to be really common in pre-Mycenaean Greece. Now, not all such traditions stipulated that the sacred king be killed, but there's something about a male sacrificial symbol of fertility that I find morbidly fascinating.

Posted by: bbqplatypus Sep 19 2008, 01:39 AM

Okay, I am now listening to The Low Spark of High-Heeled Boys. Did I mention that I love Steve Winwood?

Posted by: bbqplatypus Sep 21 2008, 01:07 AM

And now I'm watching the Concert for George DVD. One of the best concerts ever performed, in my opinion.



(Incidentally, he's my favorite Beatle).

Posted by: treydog Sep 21 2008, 03:16 PM

Saturday's Random 10 (on Sunday) Hey, I was cutting down a tree yesterday- what can I say?

Dice- Finley Quayle

Surrender- Cheap Trick

Hillbilly Highway- Steve Earle

She's the One- Bruce Springsteen

I Get Around- The Beach Boys

New Blue Moon- Traveling Wilburys

Can't Get It Out of My Head- Electric Light Orchestra

Rock 'n' Roll Angel- The Kentucky Headhunters

Dizz Knee Land- Dada

Here Comes the Night- Van Morrison

Posted by: bbqplatypus Sep 24 2008, 05:43 AM

I'm now listening to my favorite album of all time.



This is my favorite album ever. Nowhere have I ever encountered a better treatise on what it is like to be a young man - angry, confused, and unsure of where to go. All the lame emo kids WISH they could say something this profound.

It's really quite telling how the Who's albums are all still so relevant even today.

...Honestly, I've run out of ways to express how much I love the Who. You put on this album on a clear, hot summer day and it feels cold and rainy inside.

Not to say that this album is perfect, because it's not. It isn't even the most flawless Who album - that would be Who's Next. It drags just a tad in places. It's one of those albums that demands your complete attention - it's not background music, and you can't listen to it while stoned (though the latter doesn't bother me, since I don't do drugs). But it reaches higher highs and connects on a more sincere, mature emotional level than any other album I've ever listened to, and for that it earns my top spot.

One question, though - why isn't this album as popular as some of the Who's other albums? Why don't people talk about it like they do Dark Side of the Moon (or Tommy, for that matter)? What don't people get? I mean, I don't mean to insult anyone's personal taste, but...geez.

Anywho, that's all I got to say. I gotta get runnin' now; always nippin' at someone's bleedin' 'eels.

Posted by: bbqplatypus Sep 25 2008, 02:11 AM

And now I'm listening to Rumours by Fleetwood Mac.

Do I really need to explain this one? This album sold about seventy-six kazabatrillion copies and went platinum about eight jillion times. Anyone who doesn't own it has already heard it nearly in its entirety if they have ever listened to classic rock radio for any period of time.

For those of you who have been living under a rock, allow me to enlighten you. Rumours is the second album recorded by the fifth and most commercially successful lineup of the band Fleetwood Mac, a band that at one time changed lineups and even frontmen more often than I change my underwear. The only thing that every lineup of the band has in common is the rhythm section of Mick Fleetwood and John McVie, neither of whom contributed any songs. In other words, the band consisted of a stable group of sidemen supplanted by a rotating crew of frontmen, which makes it the opposite of, I don't know, pretty much every other band in fucking history.

But this incarnation of the band, unlike previous ones, had staying power - so much so that it's the only one most people have ever heard of (which is a bit of a shame, but I digress). The important thing is that they, unlike the previous lineups, produced catchy, melodic (if not particularly meaningful) 70s soft rock. Basically, they're a pop band descended from a blues outfit. But they're a good pop band, and this is their best album. The melodies are top-notch, and every song on it catches your ear in some way, from the creepy Stevie Nicks dirges to the swinging Christine McVie numbers to the generally perky and genial Nicks-Buckingham collaborations.

This is an album that I like to listen to when I'm in a lighter mood. Now, if you're interested in hearing some earlier Fleetwood Mac, I recommend Bare Trees. But that's another album for another time.

Posted by: canis216 Sep 26 2008, 12:00 AM

My recent line-up has included Radiohead's In Rainbows, Michael Franti and Spearhead's Yell Fire!, Abigail Washburn and the Sparrow Quartet, Metric's Live It Out, and The Black Keys' Chulahoma and Attack and Release.

Posted by: treydog Sep 28 2008, 06:00 AM

A rather Southern-tinged Saturday Random 10:

Tom Ames' Prayer- Robert Earl Keen

Whipping Post- Allman Brothers

What I Like About You- The Romantics

Walk Softly on This Heart of Mine- Kentucky Headhunters

The General Specific- Band of Horses

One of Us- Joan Osborne

Down the Road Apiece- Chuck Berry

Someday- Steve Earle

Girls Talk- Dave Edmunds

Ol' 55- Tom Waits

Posted by: bbqplatypus Sep 28 2008, 06:59 AM

So, treydog...I take it you're a Tom Waits fan. This is actually a great segue into who I'm listening to right now. It's a woman by the name of Jesca Hoop, who was actually a nanny for Tom Waits's kids for quite a while. Tom actually prodded her quite a bit to put her talents to use. Normally, I don't like weird, arty stuff like what she does, but I saw her open for Mark Knopfler a few months ago, and I was quite captivated by her performance.

Her music has kind of a bewitching hypnotic quality to it, belying an odd combination of innocence and stream-of-consciousness depth. I won't have it on very often, but I like to listen every now and then for a change of pace from the classic rock I normally listen to. It's the sort of thing that I like in fairly small doses when the planets are aligned just right, but I still like it a lot. There isn't anything else in my library that's remotely like it.

Here's a live version of my favorite song of hers:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RGcyOOIoLwY

Posted by: treydog Sep 28 2008, 06:44 PM

Cool. Will have to check that out. Truthfully, some of Tom's weirder stuff (Black Rider, Bone Machine) leaves even me scratching my head. I don't so much mind his peculiar instrumentation (brake drum, anyone?) as the lyrical disjointedness of those albums. That is especially true because he can write some incredible lines-

"The moon's teeth marks are on the sky..."

"If I had all the money I used to spend on dope,
I'd buy me a used car lot, but I wouldn't sell any of 'em.
Just drive a different car every day, depending on how I feel."

On a different front, I have a good friend who is a major Traffic and Steve Winwood fan. He passed on these 2 jokes regarding "Higher Love." The first has to do with the instrumental opening:

"Steve just can't get his car started..." (For those who don't get it, listen to the opening... and put it on a loop.)

Second was a lyrical malaprop:

"Bring me a ham on rye" (As opposed to- "Bring me a higher love."

Posted by: bbqplatypus Sep 28 2008, 10:19 PM

Yeah, I love a little good-natured ribbing at the expense of my favorite groups. One of the meaner ones I came up with for my favorite band is "Hope we get old before any more of us die."

Posted by: bbqplatypus Oct 1 2008, 03:38 AM

Oh, hell yeah. This is the greatest live album of all time (though Live at the Isle of Wight gives it quite a run for its money). You really can't go wrong with this album. If you don't like it, you just don't understand rock and roll.

Posted by: bbqplatypus Oct 3 2008, 04:42 AM

I'm on a bit of a Who binge right now.

Posted by: treydog Oct 4 2008, 10:21 PM

Saturday Random 10:

Heart Attack and Vine- Tom Waits

Eminence Front- The Who

Hoochie Coochie Man- Allman Brothers

Built for Comfort- Howlin' Wolf

Inside Out- Traveling Wilburys

Green Grass and High Tides- The Outlaws

Rebel Rebel- David Bowie

Subterranean Homesick Blues- Bob Dylan

Rock and Roll- Led Zeppelin

The One I Love- David Gray

You know, I need to get some CCR. I have 3 or 4 on LP (those are vinyl records for those too young to remember). I believe I will look into CDs, so I can listen in the truck or on the iPod....

Posted by: minque Oct 4 2008, 10:26 PM

Posted by: treydog Oct 5 2008, 12:31 AM

Ah, yes. Hedvig and the Angry Inch. I read a review of the film somewhere....

Posted by: minque Oct 5 2008, 12:57 AM

QUOTE(treydog @ Oct 5 2008, 01:31 AM)

Posted by: stargelman Oct 5 2008, 08:57 AM

I'm listening to this cool hiphop compilation from 1999.

What's special about it?

Well, it's from (South) Korea. And in Korean. Pretty wild stuff!

I especially like a song called "Deung Il Yo GaNun Gil". I have positively no idea what it is about, but it sounds pretty good.


Does anyone here understand Korean?

Posted by: bbqplatypus Oct 6 2008, 02:47 AM

I'm watching (and listening) to The Last Waltz right now. I don't think that movie needs any introduction or explanation.

Posted by: bbqplatypus Oct 6 2008, 03:25 AM

What better way to follow one roots rock classic than with another?

Posted by: canis216 Oct 7 2008, 05:22 AM

Been listening to this album some.

Posted by: DoomedOne Oct 7 2008, 07:56 AM

So we post pictures now?

No, I'll post lyrics

Gravity y y y y on me
Never let me down

Gravity y y y y with me
Never let me go
No no

Posted by: bbqplatypus Oct 8 2008, 10:23 PM

You know, a lot of people hate the Moody Blues for some reason. I really can't fathom why - they're an artsy pop band that writes pleasant melodies. Sometimes they get a bit overambitious and their reach exceeds their grasp, but their best is really great. And this album is their best, I think, if you can get past some of the crappy orchestration in parts.

Posted by: bbqplatypus Oct 10 2008, 01:49 AM

J.J. Cale's Naturally - a true laid-back roots rock classic. J.J.'s minimalistic approach is clear from the get-go - it's been said that the songs on this album sound like demos. Did I already mention that this album is really laid-back? Because it pretty much embodies the definition of the word. It's never boring, though - the songwriting is top-notch.

I highly recommend this album to anyone who likes roots rock even a little bit. Particular highlights for me include "Call Me the Breeze," "Call the Doctor," "Don't Go to Strangers," "Clyde," "Crazy Mama," "River Runs Deep," and, of course, "After Midnight."

YouTube link:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UJqucvWTjf8

Posted by: canis216 Oct 11 2008, 05:07 AM

Here's a quick Youtube tour of some stuff I listen to:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5AVd5RVukcs : Great bluesy song from a great album.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MwVAfjKBBkY: As played in Paris, back in (probably) 1967. I love how animated (compared to almost any other concert) Eric Clapton is in this performance.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LL4lfggYtVE: I've really gotten into this band over the last year and a half or so. They do a lot of fairly up-tempo, high energy songs (they've been referred to as 'dance-rock') with downer lyrics. An interesting group.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=844sGaljrSA&feature=related: Michael Franti likes to mix and match things stylistically. This is one of his mellower numbers, more easy-going pop than raging reggae-hip hop-pop-rock (which he does a lot of). Popular in among the college crowd in Missoula.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P0O_34xe0S0: Two banjos, a cello, a fiddle, great singing.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KBalSWs5ngY&feature=rec-fresh: These guys need no introduction.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p9rD1uAFs1I: More? Because these guys are great.

Posted by: treydog Oct 12 2008, 05:05 AM

Saturday Night's Random 10:

This is Hip- John Lee Hooker

Oye Como Va- Santana

Come Dancing- The Kinks

On the Nickel- Tom Waits

Kryptonite- 3 Doors Down

The Heart of Saturday Night- Tom Waits

Humidity Built the Snowman- John Prine

Night- Bruce Springsteen

Sing, Sing, Sing- Benny Goodman

Trouble No More- Allman Brothers

Posted by: bbqplatypus Oct 12 2008, 04:43 PM

And now, lyrics:

Here by the sea and sand
Nothing ever goes as planned,
I just couldn't face going home
It was just a drag on my own.
They finally threw me out
My mother got drunk on stout,
My dad couldn't stand on two feet,
As he lectured about morality.
Now I guess the families complete,
With me hanging round on the street
Or here on the beach.

The girl I love
Is a perfect dresser,
Wears every fashion
Gets it to the tee.
Heavens above,
I got to match her
She knows just how
She wants her man to be
Leave it to me.

My jacket's gonna be cut slim and checked
Maybe a touch of seersucker with an open neck
I ride a G S scooter with my hair cut neat
I wear my wartime coat in the wind and sleet.

I see her dance
Across the ballroom
UV light making starshine
Of her smile.
I am the face,
She has to know me,
I'm dressed up better than anyone
Within a mile.

So how come the other tickets look much better?
Without a penny to spend they dress to the letter.
How come the girls come on oh so cool
Yet when you meet 'em, every one's a fool.

Come sleep on the beach
Keep within my reach
I just want to die with you here.
I'm feeling so high with you here.
I'm wet and I'm cold
But thank God I ain't old
Why didn't I say what I mean?
I should have split home at fifteen
There's a story that the grass is so green,
What did I see?
Where have I been?

Nothing is planned, by the sea and the sand

Posted by: minque Oct 12 2008, 06:11 PM

Going home in the car this afternoon I found a new sort of favourite, The 69 Eyes! They play melancholic Goth music..dark but very suitable today
http://www.69eyes.com/angelsite/

Posted by: treydog Oct 18 2008, 05:14 PM

Saturday Morning Random 10:

Same Thing Happened to Me- John Prine

Little Queenie- Chuck Berry

Moving- George Thorogood

Where Were You Last Night- Traveling Wilburys

Werewolves of London- Warren Zevon

Mercy- Duffy

Dreams- The Cranberries

Woman from Tokyo- Deep Purple

The Way- Fastball

I Asked for Water- Howlin' Wolf

Posted by: minque Oct 18 2008, 05:25 PM

Can't get this out of my head! The 69 Eyes with http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fyF_Lgdzv9E

This video is..beautiful in its sadness

Posted by: bbqplatypus Oct 20 2008, 06:22 AM

This album is truly a religious experience. I put it on whenever I feel the need to get in touch with God. If there's any place in which He can be found, it's in music, and I think George, being a spiritual man himself, understood that better than anyone.

Posted by: canis216 Oct 21 2008, 04:44 AM

At this very moment (as I type) I'm listening to this: http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=15644497

I love the searchable archive of past studio performances on NPR. It's great.

Might try listening to Calexico next.

Posted by: minque Oct 24 2008, 09:57 PM

Got to post some lyrics that are stuck in my mind at the moment.

Brandon Lee by The 69 Eyes:


What would there be?
As the river of sadness turns into sea
Could there be
another thousand stories like you and me?
Wanted a heart, wanted a soul
More than anything else in this world
But we are doomed
Our flesh 'n' wounds
I would never give in

Just like the moon does
We rise'n'shine'n'fall
over you
That I rise'n'shine'n'crawl
Victims aren't we all

What would there be?
Beyond the eyes of Brandon lee
Could there be
a revenging angel left to bleed?
Wanted the truth, wanted the faith
More than anything else in this world
But we are doomed body and soul marooned
I would never give in

Just like the moon does
We rise'n'shine'n'fall
over you
That I rise'n'shine'n'crawl
Victims aren't we all!

Losing You by Sophie Zelmani:

I can tell
By your look
There's
Something
Missing
Something I took

I can tell
By the way you sound
Won't be long
You won't be around

Oh I'm losing you
Oh I'm losing you

Was it my words?
Or my silence
I know it hurts
My kind of violence

Won't you tell?
How I hurt you
Won't be long
You won't be around

Oh I'm losing you
Oh I'm losing you

Posted by: canis216 Oct 27 2008, 06:47 PM

I just purchased Calexico's new album, Carried to Dust. http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=95825576 is a performance/interview from the great NPR radio show, "World Cafe". It's some interesting work.

Posted by: stargelman Oct 29 2008, 01:29 PM

Tiamat - Cain
Mary Pearson - I can't believe
Johnny Cash - If I were a carpenter
Macy Gray - I try to say goodbye
Cyndi Lauper - True Colors
Jamiroquai - Cosmic Girl

Now tell me what is going on in my brain!

Posted by: seerauna Nov 4 2008, 05:21 PM

Just found my copy of Rascal Flatts - Still Feels Good so I've been listening to that for the past hour or so.

Posted by: minque Nov 5 2008, 12:22 AM

Listening to Enya, this irish little lady with the big voice.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GIKzo_6CHhA


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ww8wqEgFIA8&feature=related

Posted by: bbqplatypus Nov 11 2008, 11:58 PM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3q86hQOlLac

"I can't remember before '49,
But I know...'48 was there.
My ears let in what I should speak out,
Hmmm, there's something in the air."


Awesome.

Posted by: bbqplatypus Nov 21 2008, 11:53 PM

Have you seen this guy? Holy crap, this guy is amazing. You absolutely HAVE to watch this:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6lbvSBNLLoo

Posted by: canis216 Nov 22 2008, 06:41 AM

That fella's a mighty fine guitar player. And hearing that compels me to link to this: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1zrpqi2TNnE

And I should note that at this very moment I am downloading (from Amazon) Feast of Wire, an album from Calexico.

Posted by: bbqplatypus Nov 26 2008, 08:39 AM

I was listening to this for much of the evening:



A hell of an album from two artists who go very well together.

Posted by: canis216 Nov 26 2008, 04:10 PM

I have that album... it's very nice.

Posted by: canis216 Nov 27 2008, 07:41 AM

Just purchased Buddy Guy's Skin Deep. It's pretty sweet.

Posted by: bbqplatypus Dec 4 2008, 10:09 PM

Frampton Comes Alive.

Sometimes, an odd, inexplicable feeling will come over me where I just have to listen to some 1970s arena rock. Not Styx, REO Speedwagon, or Foreinger - God, no. Those bands suck. I'm talking about stuff like Boston or Peter Frampton. And on this occasion, I chose Peter Frampton.

Namely, his breakout live album, which catapulted him from his not-particulary-distinguished position as "the guitarist from Humble Pie" onto the international scene, where he became a household name...until I'm In You came out and he vanished into obscurity. I'm pretty sure you can see his face on milk cartons now.

This album can be seen as cheesy - some would call it rubbish. I don't dispute that - this ain't high art by any stretch of the imagination. However, I think Frampton Comes Alive! is an essential document of 70s arena rock (assuming you're the type of person who can stand to listen to it). And quite frankly, I think Paul McCartney at this stage in his career was even MORE excessive.

"Show Me the Way," "Baby I Love Your Way," and "Do You Feel Like We Do" (good stations play the full fifteen-minute version, bad stations don't) are all staples of classic rock radio now, and with good reason. All of them have some great hooks, and "Do You Feel Like We Do" has some great soloing (and a talking guitar). Other good songs include "Something's Happening" and "Shine On."

After an album like this, it was inevitable that anything that came after it would be seen as a letdown, and lo and behold, it was. I'm in You was nowhere near as well-liked. The fact that the album itself isn't that bad is beside the point. All that matters is that after that album came out, he disappeared into a pocket dimension beyond space and time and was never heard from again.


And yeah, Frampton looks like a girl on the cover of this album.

Posted by: Olen Dec 5 2008, 03:25 PM

I'm trying to listen to NIN - The Slip but my media player is being awkward.

Currently I'm using The KMPlayer which works great but is the least user friendly program I've ever come accross (and fundementally a bit clunky though it hides it well). It simply refuses to add some things to its library, or to leave deleted things out.

I've tried XBMC but I'm finding it distressingly slow and ponderous.

Has anyone got any suggestions as to better ones (preferably open source)?

Posted by: bbqplatypus Dec 8 2008, 07:20 AM

I'm listening to some REALLY old stuff right now - older than what I usually do. I'm talking up from Robert Johnson, Muddy Waters, and John Lee Hooker up to Chuck Berry and Screamin' Jay Hawkins. Dat's some good stuff right there.

Posted by: bbqplatypus Dec 13 2008, 09:24 PM

Layla and Other Assorted Love Songs by Derek and the Dominoes. Now, singing the praises of an album as well-known and well-regarded as this one is a bit like saying "Food tastes good" or "I like to breathe air," but I'll be damned if I break my tradition of meticulously describing every album I talk about in this thread. Because I'm just a rebel like that. Yeah, next I'm going to be revealing the shocking opinion that the Beatles were really, really good. And so with that being said, I'll just plow right ahead and tell everyone what they already know.



Without a doubt Clapton's best effort outside of Cream, every inch of this album simply oozes raw passion. Eric was pining for Patti Boyd at the time (who, as all truly knowledgeable music-lovers know, was married to his best friend George Harrison). The result sounds as if Eric simply cut open a vein and bled right on record.

Songs like "Layla," "Bell Bottom Blues," "Anyday," "Have You Ever Loved a Woman," and "Why Does Love Got to Be So Sad?" all convey a sense of genuine agony and desperation. Bobby Whitlock also contributes the mournful album-closer "Thorn Tree in the Garden," which provides a moving and appropriately low-key coda to the title track. The band is great, too, delivering terrific renditions of the old blues standards "Nobody Knows You When You're Down and Out" and "Key to the Highway," while also serving up the terrific jamfest "Tell the Truth." There's also a beautiful cover of Jimi Hendrix's "Little Wing" that never fails to move me.

As everyone with even a passing familiarity with classic rock knows, Dwayne Allman plays on this record. And his contribution makes this record even better. Would "Layla" be as beloved as it is today were it not for his amazing slide guitar solo? He compliments Clapton perfectly without entirely overshadowing him (though there is a case to be made that he's a better guitarist - I don't think it's fair to compare the two, though). The claims that Clapton doesn't play very well on this album are a load of crap - the people saying that clearly have never heard "Keep On Growing." Layla is strong in every respect, even if Clapton does play better live than in studio (which he most certainly does).

In closing, it is my opinion that this album rules (shocking, I know).

Posted by: treydog Dec 13 2008, 09:49 PM

Saturday Sitting by the Fire Random 10:

Sing, Sing, Sing- Benny Goodman

Nadine- Chuck Berry

Continental Trailways Blues- Steve Earle

Saving Grace- Tom Petty

Do You Wanna Dance- Dave Edmunds

Rosie- Tom Waits

Funplex- The B-52s

I Asked for Water- Howlin' Wolf

Into the Night- Santana

Challengers- The New Pornographers

As usual, there is a Chuck Berry (no surprise given that I have most of the boxed set loaded onto the computer), a Tom Waits song, and a good blues tune ( the Howlin' Wolf).

If you are into the more rockabilly style of country music, I highly recommend the Essential Steve Earle. The whole album is more listenable than most of his others (even Copperhead Road). As for the rest- eh, what can I say? I have varied tastes.

Posted by: canis216 Dec 13 2008, 10:47 PM

QUOTE(bbqplatypus @ Dec 13 2008, 01:24 PM)

Posted by: canis216 Dec 15 2008, 06:07 PM

I've been watching/listening to http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9DfG1SNydnc&feature=channel_page a lot, lately. It's The Doors playing "Five to One"--my favorite song of theirs, mostly because I love Robbie Krieger's guitar work on it. Hearing his solo on this track is really a "wow" moment for me, every time. I don't know how much technical virtuosity it takes to play it, but I do know that it sounds stunning, especially in tandem with Jim Morrison's dark lyrics/vocals. Amazing song, and a good live performance captured on video.

Update: In yet another day of working on job applications, sometimes I need a little moment of zen. Or you know, in this case, rocking the [bad word] out. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=luwp5iZD8wQ&feature=channel_page, courtesy The Black Keys.

Posted by: Daedroth Dec 20 2008, 10:58 AM

Kill Rock 'n' Roll by System Of A Down

Posted by: Kiln Dec 20 2008, 04:40 PM

QUOTE(Daedroth @ Dec 20 2008, 09:58 AM)

Posted by: Olen Dec 20 2008, 08:59 PM

This week I've been listening to Canaan - The Unsaid Words having finally tracked it down. Awsome cd, I really like their sound.

Posted by: seerauna Dec 21 2008, 01:59 AM

I've been listening to a lot of Johnny Cash lately, like Hurt and the Ring of Fire.

Posted by: canis216 Dec 26 2008, 05:29 AM

I received a $125 gift card to Amazon.com for X-mas... you know how much music that can buy? Oh man, I was expecting a gift card to Amazon, but when I saw the number ($125!) I think my eyes just about bugged out.

But I'm not going to rush my purchases. Do I intend to stretch it as much as I can? Yes indeed. So far I have only bought one new album, and that is Susan Tedeschi's Back to the River, which is some very fine blues/soul fusion. Hot damn but the woman can sing... and she plays a nice blues guitar to boot.

Posted by: bbqplatypus Dec 28 2008, 08:15 AM

Northern Lights - Southern Cross by the Band. If I were to rate my favorite Band studio albums in order, their self-titled sophomore album would be my pick for first place. Next would be Music from Big Pink. And third would be this one, a magnificent work that constituted their last truly great studio album (with Stage Fright and Cahoots rounding out the top five). Sure, they only released one studio album after this, but never mind that.

And it really WAS great - there are songs on here that equal the quality of the first two albums. "Ophelia" is an infectious Dixieland-type romp, and "Acadian Driftwood" is a story that, much like "The Night they Drove Old Dixie Down," tells a sad tale of one of the "losers" of history - in this case, the Acadians who were forcibly deported from their homes by the English. The latter is certainly intended to be the centerpiece of the album, and it certainly works in that regard. "It Makes No Difference" is another deserved classic.

But there's more to this album than just these three songs. Make no mistake, there isn't a single stinker on this album. They're all good. They also try some new stuff here - they actually used synthesizers on some songs! So, if you don't have this album, and you have even the slightest amount of affection or even tolerance for roots rock, I highly recommend this album.


"Sais tu, A-ca-di-e, j'ai le mal du pays
Ta neige, Acadie, fait des larmes au soleil
J'arrive Acadie, teedle um, teedle um, teedle ooh"

Posted by: Badda-Tish Dec 29 2008, 11:45 PM

i´m listening to Soviets national anthem, both in english and russian. i´m also listening to the red army choir.

Posted by: bbqplatypus Jan 7 2009, 09:24 PM

Highway Companion by Tom Petty. Much as its title suggests, this is a great album to listen to while driving. This does not, however, mean that the content is lightweight or even, God forbid, mildly pleasant background music. It is actually quite introspective and personal. Yet this fits quite perfectly with the notion of driving miles of open road, alone (or perhaps with friends) on a long trip, staring at the vast plains and rolling hills. Perfect for all those camping trips I used to take down to Lake City, Minnesota.

Anywho, most people who have any familiarity with this album at all will be quite familiar with the opener, "Saving Grace," a high-energy "La Grange"-esque blues shuffle. The album shifts musical gears pretty quickly, though, with the much more subdued "Square One." Though it's not my favorite song on here, some of the lyrics here hint at some of what's to come.

"Last time through I hid my tracks
So well I could not get back
Yeah my way was hard to find
Can't sell your soul for peace of mind"

It becomes pretty clear early on that Petty is using the setting of a driving album to create an artistic statement about life's journey, and how the passage of time affects people and changes their perspective, written from the viewpoint of someone who is getting older. In this vein, "Flirting with Time" is one of my favorite songs on the album. It is very maturely written and also has a good melody.

There is also a decent amount of variety present here. We also have more upbeat and jaunty songs like "Jack" and "Big Weekend," slow, swampy, shuffles that evoke the atmosphere of songs like "You Don't Know How it Feels" or "Mary Jane's Last Dance" ("This Old Town" and "Turn This Car Around," respectively), and quiet, moody pieces like "Night Driver" and "The Golden Rose."

Overall, this is easily Petty's best album since Wildflowers, and as far as his solo sans-Heartbreakers stuff goes, it's comparable to Wildflowers and Full Moon Fever in quality (though possibly slightly less amazing). If you're a Tom Petty fan, you already own this album and know what I'm talking about. If you are only casually and vaguely aware of Tom Petty and liked what little you heard, I'd recommend starting out with either the two aforementioned solo albums, Damn the Torpedoes, or their debut, Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers. However, I would also very much recommend this one as well. It is a terrific album and doesn't have a single bad song on it. (I know I've used this praise a lot in this thread, but I mean it - this is one of the important criteria by which I judge great albums).

Posted by: milanius Jan 8 2009, 05:32 PM

http://lyricwiki.org/Ill_Bill:Darkness_Deepens

Posted by: Ibis Jan 9 2009, 12:44 AM

Listening to Darkness Deepens ... awesome rap Mil.



Now listening to Brucie & Gianni:



http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a8A8IDk_Hd8

Posted by: seerauna Jan 10 2009, 02:35 AM

http://c.ilike.com/w/0197/221/0197221347_l.jpg

Has my favorite song by her (Love Story) and many other good songs on it. Some of my favorites are Tell Me Why, You're Not Sorry, and Forever and Always.

My favorite album in the entire world and probably will be for awhile.

Posted by: canis216 Jan 12 2009, 08:56 PM

I've recently bought albums by Indigenous (blues-rock band with a heavy Stevie Ray Vaughan influence), Crooked Still (folk group), and Bon Iver (folk-indie-pop solo artist with a minimalist sound and odd-but-great falsetto vocals). Also bought Metric's Old Word Underground, Where Are You Now? about a little while back.

Edit: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s5V2tDoaQaY is Indigenous playing my favorite track off their new album Broken Lands, entitled "Waiting". It's fantastic. If you like blues and/or blues-rock, and especially if you like Stevie Ray Vaughan, I pretty much guarantee that you'll love this.

Posted by: Ramirez Jan 13 2009, 12:39 AM

I'm listening to some music from the Skies of Arcadia soundtrack. Truly beautiful music from what I consider to be the best game soundtrack ever (and best game ever but I won't start or I'll be here all day).

Heres an example

http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=c1LAhY_uRnI

Posted by: milanius Jan 14 2009, 11:42 AM

http://www.lyricstime.com/soulfly-mars-lyrics.html - starts up as blood drenched screaming and ends up as sorrowful, melancholic guitar instrumental.

Posted by: The Bean Jan 18 2009, 05:05 PM

I just bough the live version of Knights of Cydonia by Muse off itunes.

It's quite possibly the most intensely awesome song ever. I know what I'm going to listen to when I right battle scenes from now on.

Posted by: Dantrag Jan 19 2009, 04:08 AM

QUOTE(milanius @ Jan 14 2009, 05:42 AM)

http://www.lyricstime.com/soulfly-mars-lyrics.html - starts up as blood drenched screaming and ends up as sorrowful, melancholic guitar instrumental.

Posted by: Roshambo Jan 19 2009, 10:23 PM

I'm listening to MGMT's Oracular Spectacular. It is Spectacular!

I also recently put U2's Rattle and Hum and a "The Who: Live!" album on my Mp3 player, so I've been listening to those on and off.

Posted by: The Metal Mallet Feb 2 2009, 11:35 PM

Well I'm currently to my dad's vinyl copy of Pink Floyd's "The Wall". While I never felt compelled to buy any music by them personally, I find myself enjoying quite a few of the songs on the album.

I gotta take a moment and gush about an album that I think that a lot of you folks would like, especially if you enjoy some folky/americana style music, much of which is fairly minimal acoustic stuff but really beautiful in it's melancholy. That album would be "A Grave Is A Grim Horse" by Steve Von Till. You can get 1 minute samples of the album at this link: http://www.theomegaorder.com/s.nl/it.A/id.20093/.f.

This was my second favourite album released last year (only Pharaoh's latest could top it). This album completely stunned me, and it's not even remotely metal either. Just one man and his talent. There's a few covers spread among the original songs; there's a Nick Drake cover and a Lyle Loveitt cover that I remember off the top of my head. Great stuff. If you can find a way to listen to the song "The Willow", you'll know.

Posted by: bbqplatypus Feb 9 2009, 01:56 AM

Sticky Fingers by the Rolling Stones. I mean, really, what is there to say? It's the Rolling Stones. You know these guys.

This is one of their best studio albums (really, only Let it Bleed and Beggar's Banquet are better, in my opinion - though they released a couple others that are at about the same quality level). There's a lot of variety on it - I mean, would someone who listened to "Can't You Hear Me Knocking" and "Wild Horses" be able to tell that they were on the same album?

I think not.

Posted by: canis216 Feb 14 2009, 07:20 AM

I just reviewed Dan Auerbach's new album, Keep it Hid, on my Facebook page.

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For the uninitiated, Dan Auerbach is the guitarist and lead singer of the blues-rock power duo The Black Keys (Patrick Carney plays drums). Keep It Hid is Auerbach's first solo record, and while the recording aesthetic of Keep It Hid is very much in the "Mid-Fi" tradition of The Black Keys, this is distinctly Auerbach's. Working across a panoply of styles, the one constant is the singer's signature growl. This nowhere more evident than in the title track. It perfectly captures my favorite blues tropes--dirty sex and going to hell--while featuring piercing guitar work against a soporific bass march.

Keep It Hid can feel a bit uneven. The grimy title track is immediately followed by the uptempo and comparatively upbeat "My Last Mistake", which is an excellent song in isolation but a little jarring in the transition. The album also features a couple of country tracks, some psychedelia, a couple of classic rock-inspired ballads and the 50's rock-inspired "Whispered Words". Everything is quite fine in isolation, especially with Auerbach's inspired singing and guitar work, but if you like your albums seamless, Keep It Hid may not be for you. All others can be assured of a pleasurable, if eclectic, listening experience--and it should go without saying that for fans of The Black Keys this album is a must-buy.



Sweet lyrics: "If they ask you, darling, about what I did/Baby you got to keep it hid" --wonderful blues hook!

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Edit: The more I listen to this album, the more I like it. Really phenomenal singing and guitar work. That's what ties it all together.

Posted by: The Bean Feb 17 2009, 07:16 PM

Good review Canis, and I love Mr Auerbach's beard.

Right now I'm listening to Turn it Again on the Red Hot Chili Peppers album Stadium Arcadium. I've come to the conclusion that this song should get on Guitar Hero at some point.

They do have some really, really wierd lyrics, don't they.

Posted by: milanius Feb 17 2009, 10:52 PM

Posted by: The Bean Feb 18 2009, 07:35 PM

I'm listening to the Immigrant song by Led Zeppelin.
BIG UP THE VIKINGS!!!!

I like Vikings.

Posted by: The Metal Mallet Feb 18 2009, 11:10 PM

I'm currently spinning the new SerpentCult album, "Weight Of Light" on my turntable at the moment. They're a female fronted Doom Metal band. I personally think they have a bit of a modern take on the genre with the ultra sludgy sound they use. Plus I think the album art is awesome. Just take a peek:

Posted by: milanius Feb 19 2009, 10:39 PM

Posted by: The Bean Feb 22 2009, 01:55 PM

I'm listening to Rage Against the Machine's album, Rage Against the Machine (original, eh?). They seem very angry about something .

Here's a question for y'all. Why are Rage Against the Machine called Rage Against the Machine? The first person to give the right answer gets a cookie.

And no using Wikipedia!

Posted by: Ahrenil Feb 25 2009, 07:40 PM

Soul to Squeeze-Red Hot Chili Peppers, I know many people don't like them but John Frusciante (Their guitarist) is my idol.

And is Rage Against the Machine named so, as they saw the government as a machine, and to rage against it was to oppose it?

Posted by: The Bean Feb 25 2009, 07:46 PM

Correct Ahrenil. Have a cookie. Though when I first heard the title I had the rather odd mental image of a man shouting at a car.

And Red Hot Chili Peppers are AWESOME!!

Posted by: Ahrenil Feb 25 2009, 08:29 PM

*Sniff* My second post earned me a cookie....

I'm so happy!

I know what you mean about shouting at cars, though I had an image of the revolutionaries in Britian who went smashing up steam powered looms for taking their work...

I'm strange like that.

P.S Nice to see another RHCP fan here

Posted by: The Bean Feb 25 2009, 11:33 PM

QUOTE(Ahrenil @ Feb 25 2009, 07:29 PM)

Posted by: milanius Feb 27 2009, 11:44 PM

QUOTE(Ahrenil @ Feb 25 2009, 08:29 PM)

QUOTE(Ahrenil @ Feb 25 2009, 08:29 PM)

Posted by: bbqplatypus Mar 1 2009, 03:13 AM

"And so you see that I'm completely crazy
I even shun the south of France
The people on the hill, they say I'm lazy
But when they sleep, I sing and dance"

- Pete Townshend, "Blue, Red, and Grey" (from The Who by Numbers)

Posted by: Badda-Tish Mar 1 2009, 09:37 PM

I found a old favorite of mine: Roger Pontare. So right now i´m just listening to his music.

Posted by: canis216 Mar 2 2009, 01:20 AM

Follow-up to my Dan Auerbach review...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=953jkkg0K3g&feature=related

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nUlZB8TFQjs&feature=related

Posted by: bbqplatypus Mar 3 2009, 09:54 AM

I've got http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oHy_XeBMagU stuck in my head right now. Certainly a good song to have stuck in your head. You really can't go wrong with the Band, sez I.

Posted by: milanius Mar 3 2009, 09:06 PM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CfzNtZzWyD8

My new theme song.

Posted by: Daedroth Mar 5 2009, 07:23 PM

Right now I'm listening to The Neighborhoods - Parasite

Posted by: milanius Mar 14 2009, 04:31 PM

Posted by: The Bean Mar 21 2009, 09:08 PM

Listening to The Skins by the Scissor Sisters. Does anybody know what happened to this lot? One time they were really big, and now they're just, well, gone.

Posted by: Olen Mar 22 2009, 01:38 PM

The Scissor Sisters are awsome, as far as I now their third album is due out fairly soon. But yea they had their time on the big stage but they're still around.

Posted by: The Metal Mallet Mar 22 2009, 07:01 PM

Just chilling out to some Isis. Good old reliable Isis. Looking forward to hearing their new material in May I believe.

Posted by: Daedroth Mar 22 2009, 09:27 PM

This http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bb6V0Grtub4

Posted by: The Bean Mar 22 2009, 10:39 PM

I'm listening to Muse's live album, Haarp. I've decided they are the best live band I've ever heard.

Posted by: Daedroth Mar 23 2009, 08:01 PM

I would say the opposite but oh well, we all have different tastes.

Posted by: The Bean Mar 24 2009, 07:49 PM

Everybody does, after all.

*Plots to capture Daedroth and 're-educate' him*

Posted by: Illydoor Mar 24 2009, 10:28 PM

I kinda' dance around with my music. One month I may like metal, the next I'll become obsessed with j-rock, then punk rock and then outta' the blue maybe some garage or grunge and so on.

Right now I'm listening to Ellegarden though who are an english/japanese rock band. I strongly suggest you give 'em a try cos they're awesome .

Posted by: Ramirez Mar 26 2009, 11:40 AM

Chickenfoot - Down the Drain

A supergroup I only learned about yesterday, made up of Joe Satriani, Sammy Hagar, Chad Smith and Michael Anthony. Some good old hard rock. They have tow songs on their Myspace page, which you can listen to http://www.myspace.com/thechickenfoot

Posted by: milanius Apr 7 2009, 09:57 PM

Posted by: bbqplatypus Apr 14 2009, 04:51 AM

I'm not listening to any album in particular, but I have had "One Toke Over the Line" stuck in my head for the past several hours.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tuS-9hx2JYQ

Posted by: bbqplatypus Apr 17 2009, 04:28 AM

I'm going to go out on a limb here: I think Songs for Beginners is the best solo album that any of the members of CSN OR CSNY ever released.


Yes, that includes Neil Young.

Posted by: seerauna Apr 18 2009, 04:31 AM

Lots of Tantric, Nirvana, and Metallica lately... I think I've become a victim of my brother's rock obsession. Oh well, I like a lot of it so not much to complain about.

Posted by: canis216 Apr 18 2009, 05:37 AM

Yesterday I purchased Wilco's Sky Blue Sky. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WbDshsxIDQU one of my favorite tracks, "Impossible Germany", being performed live. (Great guitar work by Nels Cline.)

Posted by: Colonel Mustard Apr 23 2009, 07:36 PM

Listening to Demon Days by the Gorrillaz at the moment. They're an odd thing for me, that band; either I love a song by them or I hate it.

Posted by: bbqplatypus May 9 2009, 06:56 AM

Share the Land by the Guess Who. I think these guys are extremely underrated. I'd say that they're the third-best group to come out of Canada (with the first two being the Band and Neil Young, in that order). This album has a whole bunch of good songs on it - including the title track, which I swear to God should be played at graduations or weddings or something. Then again, maybe that would ruin it for me. In any case, this album is good.

Posted by: bbqplatypus May 11 2009, 06:39 AM

The Three E.P.'s by the Beta Band. A friend of mine burned me a copy of this album (well, not exactly an album - it is, as its title implies, three E.P.'s packaged together as one disc), accompanying this with a very, very strong recommendation that I listen to it - and sooner rather than later. Since I like to think that I'm at least theoretically open to the idea of expanding my musical horizons beyond the 60s and 70s, I decided to do exactly that.

And you know what? I liked it. I liked it quite a bit, in fact. They certainly aren't lacking in variety. They seem to be channeling an odd combination of folk, low-fi grunge, and hip-hop by way of Brian Eno. Emphasis on odd. But it's an endearing sort of weirdness. There are a lot of great ideas and good songs here - "Dogs Got a Bone," "The House Song," "She's the One," "It's Over," and "Dr. Baker" (which has a kind of a hypnotic Gregorian chant quality to it) are particular favorites of mine.

But what I really want to talk about is the first track on the disc, "Dry the Rain." Why? Because it's a goddamned classic, that's why. Here's the thing - there are two kinds of awesome songs. There are the kind that kick your boat right from the get-go (like "Heaven and Hell" from Live at Leeds) and there are songs that go on a slow burn until they get to a sustained boil. "Dry the Rain" is the latter. It lends credence to my theory that some songs rock much harder when they're quiet than when they're loud (just look at how much better J.J. Cale's version of "After Midnight" is compared to Eric Clapton's version). The way the song is written and structured makes the crescendo that comes in the middle of the song seem louder than it is.

Frankly, I'm surprised that I forgot the song was featured in High Fidelity. I would've thought I would remember a song that good being in the movie.



Now, this is coming from the perspective of someone who doesn't typically listen to indie rock. I'm sure more knowledgeable folks are rolling their eyes and thinking "Dude, these guys broke up five years ago, and you're talking about it like it came out yesterday." Yeah, well, for someone who pretty much has the same musical preferences as his parents do, 1998 is pretty freakin' recent. I think this is one of those discs that I usually only listen to one or two songs off of, but when I'm in a VERY specific mood, I listen to the whole thing. Or maybe I just listen to "Dry the Rain" five times. In any case, I might want to see if that friend of mine has anything else by these fine Scotsmen.

3 1/2 out of 4 stars, sez I.

Posted by: bbqplatypus May 13 2009, 05:32 AM

Live from Chicago! Bigger than Life! by Big Twist and the Mellow Fellows. Big Twist is (in my opinion) one of the more unjustly forgotten of the blues artists that emerged during the 1980s. Sadly, the Big Twist is no longer alive to grace the stage with his presence and charisma, but luckily, we have this live album to remember him by. This album does what any good live album should do - it captures the essence of the band's stage act the best as can be done without seeing and experiencing it.

Their sound is upbeat and playful and the band is big - if you don't like trumpets and horns in your music, you'd best stay away from this one. It has nothing in common with the hard, wailing, guitar-oriented blues of, say, Stevie Ray Vaughn. But it's good, lighthearted fun. I can't say I put it on every day, but I still enjoy it on those occasions when I feel like listening to it.

All in all, it captures the Big Twist as he was - "300 Pounds of Heavenly Joy."

Posted by: Colonel Mustard May 13 2009, 08:20 PM

I just heard Alien Ant Farm's cover of 'Smooth Criminal.'

They must be burned. Burned before they can breed and spawn more atrocious songs.

Posted by: Illydoor May 13 2009, 09:29 PM

I agree dude I used to hate that song. Anyone like The Crystal Method here? There not my favourite type of music but they've got an awesome song that I've downloaded here, it was on the matrix and tropic thunder (which is terrible, suffice to say, but that's for another time).

The starting line from the song is:

"Listen aallll you motherfuckeeersss..."

Ring anybody's bells?

Posted by: bbqplatypus Jun 17 2009, 07:17 AM

Killer by Alice Cooper. The thing that sets Alice Cooper apart from the multitude of crappy theatrical bands that emerged in the 70s (other than the fact that he set the trend of shocking stage acts and kooky performances rather than just following them) is the music. He's got better musical sensibilities than KISS and Sweet combined and added together five times over.

This album is one of the best pieces of evidence to support this (as well as the notion that Alice Cooper the band is better than Alice Cooper the solo artist - however, Alice as a solo artist is still great). Now, sure, the theatricality of the music is still quite obvious on the three "shock rock" tracks (for instance, you can practically see Alice walking up to the gallows onstage during the organ-based funeral dirge that concludes the title track). However, the music is quite good on its own right.

It comes crashing right out of the gate with "Under My Wheels," the album's most famous track. And it gets radio play for a reason - it kicks boat in a slightly-Stonesy but still undeniably Cooperian fashion. From time to time, when I'm alone in my house, I find myself just shouting "WHEE-WHEE! WHEE! WHEE! WHEELS!" at the top of my lungs. The rest of the music is divided between superb examples of Detroit garage-glam ("Be My Lover," "You Drive Me Nervous," "Yeah Yeah Yeah") and sprawling, theatrical, yet still hard-rocking shock rock numbers ("Halo of Flies," "Dead Babies," "Killer") - with the exception of "Desperado," which has elements of both. Both these elements work extremely well - in fact, they kick boat.

Overall, I think this is Alice's best album (and yes, I'm including Billion Dollar Babies in that assessment). It encapsulates everything that's great about the music of Alice Cooper. If you're unfamiliar with Alice Cooper and are looking to get into him, this would be a pretty good place to start (so would Love It to Death and the aforementioned Billion Dollar Babies).

4 stars out of 4, sez I.



(Oh, and the last five seconds of this album made me jump out of my chair the first time I heard it).

Posted by: seerauna Jun 28 2009, 04:13 PM

Just found a band that I love. It's called Hedley and probably my favorite song of their's is Bones Shatter.

Here's a link to the song
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0dl_rmtVBF0

Posted by: milanius Jun 28 2009, 08:43 PM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yhh4Ui0KlWg

Flamenco and metal. It's the kind of fusion that fits perfectly in my head, just like ice-cold waterdrops complement ouzo nicely.

Posted by: milanius Jun 29 2009, 10:10 PM

After 14 hours of work, I come back too tired to feel anything and I strike a goldmine:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bk0Ocezq8_E
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T2jY_dzZOls&NR=1

be sure to check the other related Pogues and Strummer videos, this is pure effin win here, folks

Posted by: canis216 Jun 30 2009, 04:51 AM

Am presently listening to Lucinda Williams' fine album, Car Wheels on a Gravel Road. A terrific sort of alt-country folky-rock thing going on. The woman is one hell of a songwriter.

Posted by: Dantrag Jul 4 2009, 07:43 PM

Been listening to Neurosis a lot lately, since I bought the album 'The Eye of Every Storm'. It's metal, but not really heavy. I don't really know how to explain it. Toned-down, I guess. And very droning (in a good way). I like.

Specifically, I'm listening to the song Left to Wander.

(and I know it's an old post, but i think the AAF cover of smooth criminal was great. they actually put their own style and spin on it and added something, which is what i think a good cover should do.)

Posted by: Nottheking Jul 10 2009, 07:55 AM

Inexplicably, I've got the "Bright Man" theme from Mega Man IV stuck in my head, so I've been obligated to listen to it as a result.

Posted by: LadyTaurucis Jul 11 2009, 09:28 PM

The End of the World by Angela.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4FQKH5cz26o

Posted by: milanius Jul 12 2009, 01:30 AM

http://www.5t5t.cn/Play/346729.Html


(pay no attention to the funky webpage, just close eyes and listen)

Posted by: bbqplatypus Aug 1 2009, 12:04 AM

Thick as a Brick by Jethro Tull. This album really needs no introduction - anyone familiar with progressive rock - indeed, everyone even aware of its existence - knows about this album. And indeed, this album is truly deserving of its reputation - and not just for its awesome and hilarious cover.

Its lone song has enough variety that it could be split into several songs - but the transitions are entirely seamless and not the slightest bit contrived. There are charming folksy parts, fast and furious rock segments, ballads, and still other parts that I really can't classify. Of all the segments, my favorite is probably "Do you believe in the day?" but it's all fantastic.

All told, this is the greatest 43-minute single-song album written by a fictional eight year-old kid ever made.

4 stars out of 4, sez I.

Posted by: milanius Aug 29 2009, 12:27 AM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JULv_VlPwQ4

Posted by: seerauna Aug 29 2009, 02:30 AM

Definitely been listening to a lot of Sarah Mclachlan. I find it relaxing, although my mom just says it's depressing. I, personally, love it.

Posted by: milanius Sep 5 2009, 05:29 PM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F10tP5HIpaA

Posted by: bbqplatypus Sep 7 2009, 07:00 AM

I'm starting to get into Ween. A friend introduced me to them, and now I've just ordered two of their albums off Amazon.

Posted by: Olen Sep 12 2009, 11:29 AM

I just bought Electric Six's last album Flashy which somehow escaped my notice when it came out last year. Quite different from their early stuff though I'd say better than the not so succinctly named I shall exterminate everything around me which restricts me from being the master but not as good as Switzerland. Still it might well grow on me, certainly makes me wander what their next album will sound like.

Heres a song from it: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PA7S1GNC2H0

Posted by: canis216 Sep 14 2009, 03:52 AM

At this very moment (literally) I'm listening to Janis Joplin. "Kozmic Blues" is a great song, you ask me.

I'm sure BBQ would encourage me to go see Peter Frampton play this week (he is appearing in St. George, Utah--my new residence--on Wednesday) but the ticket is a bit pricey for my palate. If only the Black Keys would make a stop in these parts...

Posted by: bbqplatypus Sep 14 2009, 02:14 PM

QUOTE(canis216 @ Sep 13 2009, 09:52 PM)

Posted by: bbqplatypus Sep 17 2009, 04:38 AM

QUOTE(bbqplatypus @ Sep 7 2009, 01:00 AM)

Posted by: Wolfie Sep 18 2009, 03:10 AM

I've recently been listening a fair bit to three bands I found (somewhat) recently:
Tristania
Delain
Eyes of Eden

And now for linkages to a song from each!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GI0HuXzJUe0
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qhN4T4uhIWE
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ai7MGQLtzWQ

Posted by: milanius Oct 15 2009, 05:31 PM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c-MfC7pw1AM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0bqgy1mebh8

Both of these songs are strong anthems that build up gradually, urging the spirit within you to move, shake itself from apathy, stand up and ask questions, take actions, change something.

Posted by: Daedroth Nov 1 2009, 03:05 AM

Dialectic Chaos by Megadeth

Posted by: canis216 Nov 3 2009, 10:42 PM

I've been listening a lot to a band called Drummer. Why Drummer? Because everyone in the band plays drums for some other band. The most famous is Patrick Carney of The Black Keys--he plays bass on the Drummer's debut, Feel Good Together. I'll try to get a Youtube up when I'm not at work (the Department of Interior doesn't much care for Youtube--federal agencies are like that sometimes). In any case, Drummer has a nice sound, a fine combination of piercing guitar hooks, excellent keyboards, inventive songwriting, and (of course) fine drumming.

Also, I am looking forward to a new Black Keys project coming out on November 27, called Blakroc. Dan and Pat (The Black Keys) have been collaborating with a number of hip-hop artists (Mos Def, for one) to create what one review has called the best rock-and-roll/hip-hop fusion since Run DMC and Aerosmith. I've heard some of the music, and while I cannot call myself an aficianado of hip-hop by any means, this stuff sounds great. It's going to blow some minds.

Posted by: canis216 Nov 6 2009, 06:16 AM

The aforementioned video from Drummer: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FsQ0JRUIh74

Also, videos documenting the making of the Blackroc project can be found http://www.blakroc.com/videos.html.

Posted by: canis216 Dec 19 2009, 02:22 AM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-vtWNDI_EOI

Edit: Hell, let's throw another one on here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KgIVMeLjHWA. Excellent track.

Posted by: treydog Mar 20 2010, 02:46 AM

Return of the Friday Random 10

Rules- Set your music device to Shuffle
List the first 10 songs that play
No cheating! If one of those hidden ABBA (or Partridge Family or Barry Manilow) songs
comes up, you have to include it.
You can add commentary or not, as the mood strikes you.

And now for the songs:

Midnight Lullaby- Tom Waits

One of his early songs, before cigarettes and scotch had their impact

Sweet Little 16- Chuck Berry

Lots of C.B. on my iPod... This is representative, but not a favorite

Fighting for My Love- Nil Lara

This one is from Scrubs, and is there because I could not get the one song I wanted without buying the whole soundtrack. That said, it is listenable, though not really my style.

Who are You- The Who

The title track from the last album with Keith Moon. 'nuff said.

Groovy Kind of Love- The Mindbenders

See rule 3 above. I blame my wife.

It Serves Me Right to Suffer- John Lee Hooker

I was fortunate enough to see him perform live. With my (future) wife. More than makes up for the previous song.

Merry Christmas from the Family- Robert Earl Keen

A snapshot of white-trash Americana, done with love and a wicked eye for detail.

Keep the Car Running- Arcade Fire

One of those songs that I heard on the radio and could not get out of my head

Stranded in the Jungle- The Cadets

A '50s novelty doo-wop song- which neatly encompasses three categories of music I enjoy.

Beautiful World- Colin Hay

See comment for Nil Lara, above.

Posted by: SubRosa Mar 20 2010, 03:47 AM

Elton John - Rocket Man
This is a song that brings a heavy dose of nostalgia, as I am old enough to remember it when it was new. I grew up to artists like Elton John, The Beatles, The Tempations, etc...


Evanescence - My Immortal
I loved this song from the moment I first heard it. Too bad the band turned out to be a flash in the pan. They reminded me of an American version of Nightwish.


Belinda Carlisle - Mad About You
Another blast from the past. Belinda always makes me think about playing Doom (yes, I am weird), because I used to always listen to her cassettes while playing it.


Collective Soul - Gel
A pretty typical song of this 90s alt rock band.


Nickelback - Leader of Men
From before they got huge and overly commericalized.


Lita Ford - Kiss Me Deadly
Girl power meets hard rock. Back in the day she was one of the few chicks in rock. I love her duet with Ozzy Osbourne.


Ozzy Osbourne - You Can't Kill Rock And Roll
The song that really got me hooked on Ozzy. I have always had a soft spot for rock ballads (I am a girl, so no surprise there). The theme of alienation really got to me, as it is something I can relate to.


Rod Stewart - You Wear It Well
Another one I grew up to. Hot Rod has always been in my life. I love singers with raspy voices.


Midnight Oil - Beds Are Burning
I have also always been a sucker for music with an idealistic motive. 'nuff said.


Linkin Park - Breaking The Habit
Linkin Park is one of those bands that digs down into that part of myself that makes me want to uncork my rage and scream. Very theraputic to let Chester do it for me.

Posted by: Dantrag Mar 20 2010, 09:47 PM

Listening to 'Ghost Trail' by Cult of Luna.

It's from the album Eternal Kingdom, which has a very strange concept. Apparently the band recorded in an old mental institution, found the journal of one of the inmates, and based the album around it. The inmate drowned his wife, and the journal explains his innocence while blaming mythical beings for her death. A truly weird story with weird music to match.

Posted by: canis216 Mar 21 2010, 01:00 AM

It's not Friday, but I tried the random shuffle--here's what came up.

1. "Key to Love" - John Mayall and the Bluesbreakers with Eric Claption
2. "Goin' Home" - Dan Auerbach
3. "Stucco" - Calexico
4. "2 Kool 2 Be 4-Gotten" - Lucinda Williams
5. "Country Disappeared" - Wilco
6. "How Dull They Make the Razor" - Jay Bennett (formerly of Wilco, sadly now deceased due to drugs)
7. "My Generation" - The Who
8. "Copperline" - James Taylor
9. "Stone Free" - Jimi Hendrix
10. "Walking Song" - R. Carlos Nakai

Am now listening to Wilco's "At Least That's What You Said", which I love most immoderately for the frenetic guitar work on the coda. I've also been listening to a new track that The Black Keys have just leaked off of their new album, Brothers. It's called "Tighten Up", it's terrific, and it can be found http://www.myspace.com/theblackkeys for the streaming.

Posted by: haute ecole rider Mar 23 2010, 02:00 AM

Out of 1600 songs on my iPod (not a large collection, but damn I don't have the time to listen to all of it anyway!)

Annie Lennox, Bare: The Hurting Time
I've loved Annie Lennox ever since Sweet Dreams by the Eurythmics came out. She remains my favorite female singer evah.

Prince, 1999: DMSR
I was introduced to Prince while in high school. He was unlike anything I had ever listened to before. Loved his funky style and his dirty lyrics. Little Red Corvette and Free are my favs, but DMSR is fun to listen to.

John Williams, Raiders of the Lost Ark: The Medallion
Bought the album strictly for the opening march - gets my adrenaline going every time.

Tina Turner, Private Dancer: I Can't Stand the Rain
Love the Committments version (the first version I heard), but Tina rocks this song right out into orbit. Tina is another female vocalist I could listen to all day.

Nat King Cole, the Christmas Song: Silent Night
I'm not big on commercial Christmas, but I love ol' Nat. And his voice on this is awesome.

Marvin Gaye, Pride and Joy
This was on an album of "easy listening" from an Eddie Bauer store. One of the few genuine Motown songs on my iPod. And I love Motown!

Frank Sinatra, A Swingin' Affair!: At Long Last Love
Not an Ol' Blue Eyes fan myself. I got this and a buncha other Frankie songs, as well as some Dean Martin, for my mom's 75th birthday surprise party last September. They were her favs, and still are. She also loves Ramsey Lewis, and he's more my taste. Interesting tidbit: Ramsey Lewis was six months behind Mom at her high school.

Annie Lennox, The Annie Lennox Platinum Collection: Walking on Broken Glass
One of my favorites of Annie's solo work. I have oh, five or six versions of it, but my favorite remains the original version on Diva. My overall favorite song of hers (as a solo) is Little Bird, both the Diva version and the a cappella version (her voice on that just shines).

The Committments: Hard to Handle
An Irish version of Motown sound. Saw the movie, loved the soundtrack.

Men at Work: Overkill
Something I listened to a lot in college - I had just the one album of theirs, and this was one of my favorite cuts from it.

Posted by: treydog Mar 27 2010, 02:55 PM

The Saturday Random 10 (because I had a migraine Friday, and music was the last thing on my mind):

Saved by Zero- The Fixx
Some people think this one is depressing, even suicidal. I see it as more optimistic- zero is not the end- but the center. Think of a Cartesian coordinate system. When you reach zero, you are weightless- everything has fallen away and you can start over.

Hooch- Everything
Not exactly my style, but not bad- a summer song.

A Sight for Sore Eyes- Tom Waits
The anthem of a fellow arriving at a (sub) blue-collar bar and reminiscing about the old days. Delivered with that wonderful whiskey baritone- "Well, half-drunk all the time, and all drunk the rest."

Wang Dang Doodle- Howlin' Wolf
The late, great Chester Burkett issuing an invitation to a party for all the denizens of the nieighborhood (Automatic Slim, Fast-Talking Fanny, Butcher-Knife Totin' Annie, etc.) The "upbeat" side of blues music- a classic.

She Sang Hymns Out of Tune- The Dillards
Better known (to some of us, at least) as the Darlin Family from The Andy Griffith Show. Originally by Harry Nilsson. Wonderful harmonies and a melancholy feeling. One lyric always stands out to me in reference to TES:

"She lived in a sorceror's room; she pounded the table and brandished a broom.
She turned 10,000 when she touched the moon."

Candy- Iggy Pop & Kate Pierson
Yes, that Iggy Pop and the B-52s Kate Pierson. When she sings, "I've had a hole in my heart for so long," it goes right through me.

Hallelujah- Sonny Boy Mick
To someone from the South, the Biblical references are of a certain intellectual interest. The Leonard Cohen and John Cale versions are also worth a listen. May be getting a bit over-exposed in movies of late.

Copperhead Road- Steve Earle
A song of Appalachia that certainly resonates deeply with someone who has spent all 50+ years of his life here. The bitter truth of certain lines is etched deeply into our consciousness- "Volunteered for the Army on my birthday- They draft the white trash first 'round here anyway." On top of that, it has instrumentals that hearken back to the Scotch-Irish influences that are also at the root of illegal whiskey making in these hills and hollows.

Hoochie Coochie Man- The Allman Brothers
Southern rock at its finest, as one of the best bands of that period (or any other) pays homage to bluesman Willie Dixon- and to Muddy Waters, who first performed the song.

Rock and Roll- Led Zeppelin
What is there to say? This one speaks for itself.

Posted by: treydog Apr 5 2010, 07:23 PM

It has been a hard couple of weeks, so the Random 10 has been delayed until now. Still random, though.

Lodi- Creedence Clearwater Revival
The Fogerty brothers' talents are on display here- a classic song of life on the road for a musician trying to make a living and trying to make the audience care....

Built for Comfort- Howlin' Wolf
Who says the blues are always depressing?

"Some folks, bulilt like this; Some folks, built like that. But the way I'm built, don't you call me fat.
I'm built for comfort baby, I ain't built for speed."

I Ain't Ever Satisfied- Steve Earle
Another road song. For some reason, I have a weakness for those...

Too Much Monkey Business- Chuck Berry
Another excellent 3 minute side, displaying his lyrical density set to a catchy tune.

Step Right Up- Tom Waits
An amalgam of late-night TV infomercial, carny barker, used car salesman, and street scammer patter. You really have to listen to it (or look up the lyrics)- e.g.- "...change your life, change into a nine-year-old Hindu boy and get rid of your wife..."

Cobrastyle- Teddybears featuring Mad Cobra
If someone had asked me whether I liked this type of music, I would have said no. But then I heard this track on the pilot episode of Chuck and I was hooked by it. No, I can't understand the rap- and I don't really mind...

We are the Lonely- John Prine
A wry, witty take on trying to meet someone special (and you can read "special" multiple ways).

I am a Man of Constant Sorrow- The Soggy Bottom Boys
From Oh Brother, Where Art Thou? Seeing the movie helps, but it is not necessary to enjoy the song. A nice bit of bluegrass revival- although it never has gone away- not around here, anyway.

Boogie Chillun- John Lee Hooker
One of his signature songs- an example of the style he called "boogie." Features one of my all time favorite lines from a song- "...let that boy boogie woogie. It's in him, and it's GOT to come out."

The Body of an American- The Pogues
Music for my Irish soul. The "wake song" from the brilliant series The Wire.

Posted by: SubRosa Apr 5 2010, 09:05 PM

Marilyn Manson - Sweet Dreams (Are Made of These)
I have been a fan of Marilyn Manson since the first time I heard Beautiful People. He has a real knack for doing remakes of songs and making them sound extraordinarily creepy. This is an excellent example. Down in the Park is my other favorite remake of his.


Damn Yankees - High Enough
These guys were great for the two albums they did. Ted Nugent's only #1 song. To think Tommy Shaw went back to Styx after this. Sheesh, brilliant career move there bud.


Ozzy Osbourne - Changes (live)
I have always liked this song of loss and loneliness. No surprise, as it was out around the time I accepted the fact that the only woman I have ever really loved did not love me.


Alice In Chains - A Little Bitter
Layne Staley's voice is the sweet call of heroin. I thought that the first time I heard him. Actual heroin addicts say the same thing. Just hearing him makes them need a fix. No surprise he killed himself with it.


Live - Forever
This was from their fifth album, which was in many ways experimental, taking them into a newer, more modern sound (for the time). I loved it. The Twin Towers went down a week after they released it, and I think most people just forgot about it.


John Mellencamp - Check It Out
Probably my all time favorite Mellencamp song as well. This song sums up the empty mundanity of everyday life.


Led Zeppelin - Rock And Roll
Like the dog said, this one speaks for itself.


Ayumi Hamasaki - Hanabi
I have been hooked on Ayu for years now, ever since I heard Evolution. This is one of my favorite songs of hers. I am a sucker for all of her ballads. You do now need to know the words, her voice is so emotive that it tells you all you need to know.


Tenmon - Voices of a Distant Star, Preview 2
This short anime always makes me cry my eyes out. Amazing that one guy did the entire thing on his laptop. Except for the final voice acting and the music, done by Tenmon. I love this soundtrack, which is heavy on quiet piano pieces.


Sammy Hagar - Heavy Metal
When I was young this song was practically an anthem. I love Sammy! When I was growing up he was singing songs about coming of age. Now that I am getting older, he is singing songs about nostalgia.

Posted by: Dantrag Apr 9 2010, 08:24 PM

Here's my Friday Shuffle -

Eyehategod - 'Peace Thru War (Thru Peace and War)'

If you like hardcore punk and sludge metal this would be a combination of the two. The chaos of hardcore with the feedback and doomy riffs of sludge. I love it, but I see how others might not.

Carcass - 'Exhume to Consume'

Back before Carcass found their melodic side. Straight up goregrind. Blast beats, chugga chugga guitars. It's nothing so special anymore, but it was revolutionary at the time. I actually saw these guys live for a short-term reunion. It was awesome.

Iron Maiden - 'Be Quick or Be Dead'

Off of the Fear of the Dark album. It's Iron Maiden, therefore great. Enough said. Their guitar melodies always inspire me, and Bruce is always singing his lungs out.

Pink Floyd - 'Empty Spaces'

From The Wall. Cool little intro synth thingy for the most part before some vocals show up. Not so cool by itself, but I am on shuffle and can't really hear the next song that it goes into.

The Band - 'It Makes No Difference'

Despite all the metal, I like my folk rock, and the Band does it best. The way all the singers combine and harmonize always gets me.

Buckethead - 'Slunk Parade AKA Freaks in the Back'

Typical quirky Buckethead. Weird sounding guitar that sometimes sounds like something totally different. He likes to ride the line between music and noise, to good results. This one probably leans more towards the noise end, though.

Deep Purple - 'Strange Kind of Woman'

Deep Purple. Get it? Got it? Good.

Soilent Green - '12oz Prophet'

Soilent Green is pretty extreme heavy metal, and while good, their songs usually have no traditional structure. You hear a part, it comes and goes never to be heard again. No choruses, no verses, just a bunch of different parts put together. It's cool, but I don't ever get their songs stuck in my head either. Probably because when it's over I don't remember a single part.

Gov't Mule - 'Effigy'

Started by Warren Haynes and Allen Woody of The Allman Brothers, this band never ceases to amaze me, even though I only got into them recently. This particular song, though, is a CCR cover.

Blue Oyster Cult - 'Godzilla'

One of my favorite old school hard rock bands, and this song is a classic. If you haven't heard it, lift up that rock you've been under and get into some bluesy old heavy metal.

Posted by: mALX Apr 10 2010, 09:05 PM

Stuck in Lodi Again!

Posted by: treydog Apr 10 2010, 09:35 PM

The Random 10 for a Random Day (because I don't seem to manage it on Fridays):

Only the Lonely- Roy Orbison

From A Black and White Evening, featuring Elvis Costello, Bruce Springsteen, Jackson Browne, Jeff Lynne, and more. I highly recommend watching the PBS special (available on Netflix).

Where Were You Last Night- The Traveling Wilburys

Showcasing Boo Wilbury (aka Bob Dylan). From the second (and less successful) Volume 3 album. Still worth a listen.

Wrong Side of the Road- Tom Waits

Another one of his that you really need to listen to (and read the lyrics from). A brief example:

"Take the buttons from a yellow jacket
The feather from a buzzard
And the blood from a bounty hunter's cold, black heart
Catch the tears of a widow
In a thimble made of glass"

All delivered with his trademark growl.

Surrender- Cheap Trick

I still do not pretend to understand everything about this song, but it rocks- so....

New Blue Moon- Traveling Wilburys

Sometimes, my "randomizer" does not really seem to get the concept of "shuffle." I think this one is mostly Clayton and Spike Wilbury (aka Jeff Lynne and George Harrison).

Ripple- Jimmie Dale Gilmore

This one goes out to Black Hand. It may not be your style of music, but I think it captures a lot of what you are feeling.

"Reach out your hand
If your cup be empty.
If your cup is full,
May it be again."

Mistaken for Strangers- The National

Another one that I discovered by watching TV . Some good strings and perscussion here, plus the overall gloomy feel of pretending to be someone you aren't. And doing it so successfully that you are "Mistaken for strangers by your own friends."

Midnight Rider- The Allman Brothers

Yep.

Road to Nowhere- Talking Heads

Interestingly enough, I actually picked this track up after watching a documentary on the Young@Heart Chorus. Do some looking around on Youtube for them- you'll be glad you did.

Style- U.R. Penetrators

This one just- moves. Not a lot of complicated lyrical stuff going on, but it doesn't need any.

Posted by: mALX Apr 19 2010, 07:34 PM

Led Zeppelin - Thank You

Posted by: Intestinal Chaos Apr 19 2010, 08:26 PM

Man Man all the way, man.

I've been on a neo-vaudevillian, cabaret, gypsy sort of kick lately. Put All the Apparatus, World/Inferno Friendship Society and Dresden Dolls on the list too. It's very refreshing, I love the freak energy.

Posted by: milanius May 9 2010, 04:43 PM

cavalera conspiracy

fits my mood and life outlook right now

Posted by: mALX Aug 20 2010, 07:55 PM

GNR
Metallica

Posted by: Zalphon Sep 4 2010, 06:20 AM

I will admit it, I'm a Blue October addict.

Posted by: ureniashtram Sep 4 2010, 08:30 PM

Marilyn Manson's Antichrist Superstar, Reflecting God and Angel With The Scabbed Wings.

Just freaktastic.

=> =>

Posted by: bbqplatypus Sep 29 2010, 09:50 AM

The Kinks Are the Village Green Preservation Society. If you've never listened to this album before, fix that. That is all.

Posted by: Tellie Sep 29 2010, 10:42 PM

Currently listening to Dimmu Borgir's newest album: ABRAHADABRA which was released just earlier this day as a matter of fact.

And by Azura this record is good, even someone who generally don't like Black Metal (a few of my friends) can't deny the underlying musical talent and artistry that has been put into the album, I'd definately recommend it to anyone who like metal

Posted by: bbqplatypus Oct 7 2010, 07:59 PM

The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway by Genesis. Yeah, it's way too long, and the "plot" makes no sense, but it's got some nice songs on it. Y'know, like "The Carpet Crawlers." I like "The Carpet Crawlers."

4 stars out of 5, sez I, in case anybody was asking.

Posted by: mALX Oct 10 2010, 06:21 PM

Metallica - The Unforgiven II, Nothing Else Matters, Enter Sandman, Turn The Page

Posted by: Tellie Oct 24 2010, 09:50 AM

Yngwie Malmsteen - Red Devil, Rising Force and Dream On.
Stryper - To Hell With The Devil, All For One, Soldiers Under Command

Posted by: Kiln Nov 5 2010, 07:14 AM

Tune Up, Raver's Fantasy

If you like techno give this one a try. Give it a few seconds I promise it picks up.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w8kLkMgdzy0

Posted by: bingobatrix Nov 7 2010, 09:54 PM

Bach's complete surviving oeuvre. My friend says it's as long as an entire Star Trek series. It's definitely going to take a while. There are 200+ cantatas. That sounds like a lot.

Posted by: Burnt Sierra Nov 20 2010, 11:09 PM

Currently listening to Arcade Fire's "The Suburbs", whilst I try to get some writing done. After that, back to their previous "Neon Bible". Inspiration music...

Posted by: bbqplatypus Dec 19 2010, 02:32 AM

Solid Air by John Martyn. There aren't enough positive words I can use to describe this album. Folky, jazzy, warm, intimate, and idiosyncratic. Everything here just WORKS - from the title track (dedicated to his friend Nick Drake) to the echoey, frigged-out take on Skip James' "I'd Rather be the Devil" to the heartwarming "May You Never" (which I first encountered via Eric Clapton's cover); basically everything between the start of the album and the finish. This is one of those albums that just gives me a warm and fuzzy feeling inside whenever I put it on.

Just what I need to remind me that, while I may have two finals left, soon I'll be going home.

Posted by: Petra Arkanian Dec 29 2010, 05:01 AM

Burnt Sierra : Whoa, I love Arcade Fire! My fav is Tunnels.

I also like Radiohead and OneRepublic. Sunday Driver and Mumphord and Sons aren't half-bad either.

Posted by: Tellie Jan 7 2011, 11:00 PM

Right at this very moment I'm listening and relaxing to Gary More's 'Empty Rooms'

Posted by: Wrothken Champion Of Madness Jan 9 2011, 12:42 PM

I am currently listening to Stink Fist-Tool

Posted by: ucandelicious Jan 18 2011, 07:22 PM

Classico- Tenacious D.

Posted by: bbqplatypus Feb 9 2011, 10:29 AM

For the last week or so for me, it's been progressive rock. Lots and lots of progressive rock - mostly of the symphonic variety. It's a mood I get into from time to time - but I've been getting into it increasingly often lately.

Posted by: TheOtherRick Feb 10 2011, 02:22 PM

Recently I have settled into a Jazz and New Grass (a jazzed up version of blue grass) sort of vibe. Bela Fleck & The Flecktones, David Grissman Quintet, Michael Mannring...

Posted by: King Coin Feb 12 2011, 05:19 AM

I'm listening to:


link for your convenience: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sby8rmrTxhY

I find it very relaxing. I listen to it on my walks.

Posted by: treydog Mar 7 2011, 02:22 AM

Not exactly "listening to" yet- but I will be. Had a gift card from Christmas for music that I finally redeemed yesterday.

Picked up Tom Waits "Small Change" (which I previously only had on vinyl) and the live recording of the "Glitter and Doom" tour (includes 2 tracks recorded at the show we attended).

And also the Talking Heads "Greatest Hits." I know- it is kind of wimping out to go for a Greatest Hits disc- but it has everything I want with less chaff.

As for "Small Change," that was my introduction to Tom Waits. The quiet piano intro of "Tom Traubert's Blues" suddenly accompanied by that whiskey-soaked voice intoning:

"Wasted and wounded, it ain't what the moon did, got what I paid for now"

Very much an acquired taste- but one that is worth acquiring in my blatantly biased opinion.

Posted by: TheOtherRick Mar 7 2011, 05:10 AM

QUOTE(treydog @ Mar 6 2011, 07:22 PM)

Posted by: Thomas Kaira Mar 7 2011, 06:10 AM

That reminds me... http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Floppy_disk_2009_G1.jpg

The days of the 8 inch floppy?

Posted by: Olen Mar 7 2011, 10:16 AM

I've never come accross an 8", but I still have a 5 3/4 somewhere and use 3.5" ones. There's nothing like not having done work but claiming to have and bringing a floppy because no one will be able to access it and they're all too busy laughing to remember you were meant to do something...

Anyway vinyl is good. The cracks and hisses sort of add something, as does finding the track by looking at the disk.

As for what I'm listening to, well I'll go for the controversial option and say... the wireless. Radio 4 to be precise, on longwave (or online when I miss a program). For those who can get it online (ie in the UK or computer savvy enough to pretend to be in the UK) I recommend The Now Show for some very good, and brutal, topical comedy. Even better it won't be long before it's the cricket season. Test cricket on the radio is also an aquired taste, but once you get into it it's quite addictive.

Posted by: bbqplatypus Mar 8 2011, 06:09 AM

Per un Amico by Premiata Forneria Marconi.



Yeah, that's right. ITALIAN PROG. You got a problem with it?


Seriously, though, they're awesome. (I think I like Banco a tiny bit better, though).

Posted by: grif11 Mar 12 2011, 01:40 AM

ive been listening to a lot of celldweller recently.

I had never heard of them a couple of months ago, but after hearing some of their songs in dead rising 2 ive been hooked. i reccomend listening to "kill the sound" and "own little world".

Posted by: King Coin Mar 12 2011, 02:56 AM

QUOTE(grif11 @ Mar 11 2011, 06:40 PM)

Posted by: Petra Arkanian Mar 14 2011, 07:04 PM

Huh. I've been listening to a lot of my "norm" stuff, as well as some stuff that my sister is blasting through the house, such as

Matt and Kim
Clockwork Quartet
Sunday Driver
Elliot Smith
The Cog is Dead

and then the ones that I like are

Clockwork Quartet
Radiohead
ArcadeFire

And a few select Beatles songs, like Hey Bulldog.

Yeah, so I'm listening to those. And if you like Steampunk Music, than you should listen to the Clockwork Quartet and The Cog is Dead

Posted by: bbqplatypus Mar 29 2011, 08:15 AM

Peter Gabriel by Peter Gabriel



Or, as it's also known, "Melt." Peter's third self-titled album is his undisputed masterpiece as a solo artist - dark, atmospheric, and menacing. "Intruder" is as good an album opener as I've ever heard, and he never lets up.

Posted by: bbqplatypus Apr 2 2011, 06:42 AM

Tago Mago by Can.



This is without a doubt the weirdest album that I own an actual physical copy of. You have to be in a certain mood to listen to Can - you certainly don't do it for fun (though I never fail to crack a smile at Damo Suzuki's psychotic ravings and other noises in "Peking O"). These guys were bold, experimental, and decades ahead of their time. Hell, Tago Mago might even STILL be ahead of its time if it were released today. Also, their lead singer is not singing in his native language (indeed, I often wonder if he's singing in any real language at all), and sings every word like he's in the process of eating a particularly sticky peanut butter sandwich.

But never mind that - these guys rule. This album is frigged out, funky, and almost danceable for occasional twenty second intervals. If you haven't listened to this, do so before you die. I certainly wouldn't put it in my top ten favorite albums (or twenty-five for that matter), but I might put it in my top ten most interesting ones. If nothing else, it's great for clearing out unwanted party guests.

Posted by: King Coin Apr 2 2011, 06:51 AM

I'm listening to Glitch Mob


One song in particular has me hooked. Fortune Days.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4HX74UhgMFA

Great instrumental

Posted by: Olen Apr 3 2011, 12:27 AM

That's good, I might have to check them out.

Recently I've been listening to Electric Six. Remember their weird first album from way back, well they're still going and have improved vastly. I like the style and the satirical lyrics. It's fairly easy listening but that makes it good workout music. They're well worth seeing live if you get the chance (well both gigs I've been to were good).

I've also been listening to Acid Mothers Temple, New Geocentric World. I'm still not sure about the first track, Psycho Buddah, which is a twenty-something minute freakout (though oddly moreish), but the rest is good.

Posted by: King Coin Apr 3 2011, 12:42 AM

QUOTE(Olen @ Apr 2 2011, 06:27 PM)

Posted by: Ola Martin Apr 7 2011, 12:29 AM

Now I'm listening to Electric Light Orchestras album Time.
I like this video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LlILsxcp-hY, because it has one of my favorite ELO songs, and is made by one of my favorite Anime studios, Gainax (before they became Gainax).

Posted by: Tellie Apr 7 2011, 12:41 AM

OLA. Welcome back mate long time since I've seen you around here.

Meh I'm listening to some good and brutal Burzum songs from the 'Det Som Engang Var' (what once was) album...Norwegian Black Metal at its best and brutal.

Posted by: LeTren Thundakk Apr 7 2011, 02:48 AM

Fozzy - Chasing the Grail.

Great stuff...

Posted by: King Coin Apr 9 2011, 01:00 AM

I'm listening to:


I never thought I would like a band that uses a banjo in their songs but I've really enjoyed http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lLJf9qJHR3E and http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3KkUeRPjc-Y

Posted by: King Coin Apr 27 2011, 07:16 PM

I've been listening to:


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=97fuFZbVVnw is definitely my favorite.

Posted by: Lady Syl May 5 2011, 12:49 AM

Currently listening to "Where is the Love?" by the Black-Eyed Peas.

While out and about, listening to the radio, some good songs came on:

Santana "Smooth" and The Corrs "Breathless." And some other songs I don't know the name of...

Probably my all-time favorite group, however, is Evanescence. I only have one of their cds, but I listen to it over and over again... I listen to other songs of theirs on youtube all the time, though.

Amy Lee has such an incredible voice, and I find tons of inspiration in their music (and all music, really) for my writing! Music sets the mood and helps my mind wander to the depths of creativity.

QUOTE(minque @ Nov 4 2008, 06:22 PM)

Posted by: Burnt Sierra May 11 2011, 09:54 PM

Currently listenng to "Helplessness Blues" by Fleet Foxes. It's just struck me actually, I think this may only the second CD I've bought this year - which isn't normal for me...

Posted by: grif11 May 11 2011, 10:23 PM

Lots of Linkin Park right now. "With You," and

"In Between," are probably my favourites.

I've also found a couple more Celldweller songs that I love: "Eon," and "Switchback".

Posted by: Lady Syl May 12 2011, 12:18 AM

QUOTE(grif11 @ May 11 2011, 04:23 PM)

Posted by: mALX May 12 2011, 12:26 AM

QUOTE(grif11 @ May 11 2011, 05:23 PM)

Posted by: King Coin May 12 2011, 12:29 AM

I only like Hybrid Theory of Linkin Park.

Posted by: mALX May 24 2011, 05:10 AM

Since May 25, 1981 = 30 years of Metallica


Nothing Else Matters

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HyrWd_gfQNQ


Unforgiven II


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LihCeR-DoNs&feature=related

Posted by: Olen May 24 2011, 01:09 PM

QUOTE(mALX @ May 24 2011, 05:10 AM)

Posted by: mALX May 24 2011, 03:28 PM

QUOTE(Olen @ May 24 2011, 08:09 AM)

QUOTE(mALX @ May 24 2011, 05:10 AM)

Since May 25, 1981 = 30 years of Metallica

*cough* 20 years.

Still you missed this one:

The house that Jack built
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0eNMKJ_DLSs

Good call on 'Nothing else matters' though

Posted by: King Coin May 24 2011, 04:50 PM

QUOTE(mALX @ May 23 2011, 11:10 PM)

Posted by: King Coin Jun 26 2011, 11:17 PM

I am addicted to the song http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Hl6GnmvMMA by The National.

Posted by: bbqplatypus Jul 7 2011, 06:16 AM

Unorthodox Behaviour by Brand X. Debut album of the jazz fusion quartet, consisting of John Goodsall on guitar, Percy Jones on bass, Robin Lumley on keyboards, and Phil Collins (yes, THAT Phil Collins) on drums. In addition to showcasing the considerable talents of the other three gentlemen (especially Jones), it also serves as proof positive that, twenty years before Tarzan, he was a fantastic drummer.

And the songs they tear through are terrific. "Nuclear Burn" is fast and furious, yet light and nimble as a cat, belying its title until the last minute or so. It's also Collins' best performance on record. "Born Ugly" lays down a funky groove, while tracks like "Euthanasia Waltz" and "TouchWood" are more melodic.

Of course, they aren't quite as good (nor as choptastic) as the Mahavishnu Orchestra, but then again, who is? There's only one John McLaughlin, after all. Bottom line: they're very good musicians playing good songs very well. Worth buying if you aren't averse to fusion.

3.5 stars out of 4, sez I.

Posted by: Ahrenil Jul 7 2011, 10:08 PM

I've got my lovely little playlist going on at the moment.

It has all the "Ok Go" albums i've managed to get my hands on, all my RHCP, Sara Bareilles' "Kaleidoscopic Heart" album and a mixture of Daft Punk, Florence and the Machine and Biffy Clyro.

Posted by: minque Jul 12 2011, 09:43 AM

I listen to http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wMqgnY5kQ1o&feature=related

Röyksopp, They are amazing, two norwegian guys making awesome music!

Posted by: grif11 Jul 12 2011, 11:32 PM

Just found a sweet remix called blue skies.

The original song was Will to Fight, a Final Fantasy XIII song but I prefer this remix. Other than that, I dont know much about the song so feel free to find out some more info.

Posted by: Lady Syl Jul 14 2011, 09:46 PM

Finally got another Evanescence album--The Open Door--so now I have two! I'm obsessed with Evanescence! (Part of the reason, of course, is that so much of their music is like the soundtrack to Memoirs of a Madwoman (in my head, it is...), and it inspires me so much for getting into the right mindset to write the story.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XBYhQnjyrWo--The opening song on the album is one of my favorites, of course.

Likewise, I simply love the last song on the album, too--http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kw2Ic_2XdVQ

Posted by: CMX Aug 11 2011, 03:56 PM

Any hiphop heads? I honestly gave up on actively searching for good mc's and artists, by no means am I a Drake 'fanboy' But Drake's 'Marvin's Room' Kinda threw me back. Makes miss certain women. And even silly girls. =/

Edit: Jojo also covered this song too, i recommend her version too.

Edit:King, you just won a thumbs up from me. RJD2 is a slick dj. i only got into his breakout stuff, like 'the horror' and '1976'. It's called marvin's room, by the way. ^.^

Posted by: King Coin Aug 11 2011, 04:22 PM

I'm not sure if this is really Hip Hop but I like RJD2. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SPuv6QE28yc is my favorite song of his.

Blockhead is another that I like. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PvcHGu95XGM is a favorite by him.

I watched part of Melvin's Room. Not really my style.

Posted by: minque Aug 13 2011, 10:48 PM

I am currently listening to http://youtu.be/B32yjbCSVpU

Posted by: Athynae Aug 14 2011, 12:18 AM

I love that song! Harry Chapin did it originally in the mid 70's I think. Good stuff.

It's wonderful to open the forum and see your name on a thread! I'm so glad you are back.

Posted by: minque Aug 14 2011, 12:41 PM

QUOTE(Athynae @ Aug 14 2011, 01:18 AM)

Posted by: King Coin Aug 26 2011, 02:11 PM

I'm back to The National
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_FKk7dtgSVw is a favorite.

Posted by: King Coin Sep 6 2011, 05:32 AM

Onto more electronic music

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K7XTqHbsrdY is an excellent piece by Justice.

Posted by: bbqplatypus Sep 21 2011, 06:55 AM

QUOTE(bbqplatypus @ Apr 2 2011, 12:42 AM)

Tago Mago by Can.



This is without a doubt the weirdest album that I own an actual physical copy of. You have to be in a certain mood to listen to Can - you certainly don't do it for fun (though I never fail to crack a smile at Damo Suzuki's psychotic ravings and other noises in "Peking O"). These guys were bold, experimental, and decades ahead of their time. Hell, Tago Mago might even STILL be ahead of its time if it were released today. Also, their lead singer is not singing in his native language (indeed, I often wonder if he's singing in any real language at all), and sings every word like he's in the process of eating a particularly sticky peanut butter sandwich.

But never mind that - these guys rule. This album is frigged out, funky, and almost danceable for occasional twenty second intervals. If you haven't listened to this, do so before you die. I certainly wouldn't put it in my top ten favorite albums (or twenty-five for that matter), but I might put it in my top ten most interesting ones. If nothing else, it's great for clearing out unwanted party guests.

Posted by: Cardboard Box Sep 24 2011, 11:25 AM

I've been on several kicks lately thanks to Songr and DJ-ing in Second Life.

Psychedelic music, especially folk; Electric Prunes, 13th Floor Elevators, Strawberry Alarm Clock, like that.

I've also been looking for Steampunk style music. So far lashings of Abney Park, The Men Who Will Not Be Blamed for Nothing, Vernian Process, and the steam-hop stylings of Mr B. the Gentleman Rhymer and Professor Elemental.

Then again, I'm currently doing hard yakker to rebuild my music collection after liberating it from iTunes' idea of organisation - and several disasters with MP3Tag. You'd think the program would detect empty tags and refuse to rename the file!

Posted by: Uleni Athram Oct 11 2011, 08:34 AM

Came across a band called Celldweller. I was blown away. Nuff said.

Posted by: King Coin Oct 16 2011, 02:20 AM

I've been listening to http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KcgkzXpBawg in preparation for Skyrim.

Posted by: Tellie Oct 16 2011, 10:40 PM

This http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VPEEp5R_pOo&feature=results_main&playnext=1&list=PL7EA7A83DE7545957 should bring on feelings of nostalgia to every member here who joined before 2006, and I would be ashemed if newer members aren't struck with nostalgia too. Great music for the Best Game EVER MADE.

Posted by: McBadgere Oct 21 2011, 07:29 PM

A strange song called Follow You by some band called Yogi...Heard it, bought it...About all I know...

Absolutely brilliant song though...

Posted by: King Coin Oct 22 2011, 02:29 AM

I just found this wonderful piece. Great music to listen to while you do other things.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=la1n7TkexQY by Eluvium

Posted by: McBadgere Oct 26 2011, 12:52 PM

The Saturdays - All Fired Up...Me likee... ...

Posted by: McBadgere Oct 27 2011, 06:15 AM

Sisters of Mercy - Dominion/Mother Russia...

Posted by: McBadgere Oct 29 2011, 05:53 AM

The Feeling - A Hundred Sinners...

Posted by: King Coin Oct 29 2011, 06:22 AM

I've really gotten into ambient music as of late.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cIUnVO3tWfo by Eluvium

That's a normal song title in this genre it seems.

Posted by: haute ecole rider Oct 30 2011, 12:53 AM

Makes me wonder what outdoor swimming at the space station is like . . .

Posted by: McBadgere Oct 30 2011, 04:28 AM

Brief... ...

Pink Floyd - Wish You Were Here...Delicate Sound of Thunder version...Tim Renwick...God, that man is...Oh yes...

Posted by: McBadgere Nov 2 2011, 01:49 PM

Stan Ridgway - Camouflage...Oh-ho-hooo yes!!... ...Fantastic!!...

Posted by: McBadgere Nov 3 2011, 07:14 AM

This is Jinsy's - The Licky Licky song...Youtube it...Seriously...

Posted by: McBadgere Nov 5 2011, 07:59 AM

Jethro Tull - The Witches Promise...Excellent song...

Posted by: milanius Nov 10 2011, 06:06 PM

The Prodigy - Remixers Must Die - Black Smoke (90s break the house remix)

Posted by: bbqplatypus Nov 11 2011, 09:30 PM

Good music for studying:

Posted by: McBadgere Nov 15 2011, 08:13 PM

Roger Waters - What God Wants pt. 2...

< Is unhappy... ...So < is listening to grumpy old man... ...

Posted by: McBadgere Nov 16 2011, 05:39 AM

The Cure - Bare...

Posted by: King Coin Nov 16 2011, 05:43 AM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8rluU6BGpKw by Max Richter

Posted by: liliandra nadiar Nov 16 2011, 06:18 AM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NUuInD9HLaE by Within Temptation. Have the Unforgiven CD on full loop while doing some writing.

Posted by: McBadgere Nov 17 2011, 06:03 AM

Runrig - Alba...

Posted by: McBadgere Nov 18 2011, 05:52 AM

Midge Ure - That Certain Smile...

Posted by: McBadgere Nov 19 2011, 04:38 AM

Kula Shaker - Hey Dude...My favouritest single of all time mates!!...Not 'arf!! ...

Posted by: McBadgere Nov 22 2011, 05:42 AM

Snow Patrol - Called Out In The Dark...

Posted by: Cardboard Box Nov 25 2011, 06:06 AM

I have a gig at The Listening Room in (literally) Edloe Island next Thursday, so I've been rampaging over the Intertubes for Bronycore. (You can listen to the bronycore mix I did at Fracture on BGNZ.)

Here's the warning sign:
http://bemused.geek.nz/2011/11/14/fractured-bronycore/
http://bemused.geek.nz/2011/11/14/fractured-bronycore/
Link includes preview, download and links to the various artists.

Posted by: McBadgere Nov 25 2011, 10:08 AM

Umm...Jerry Lee Lewis - Me and Bobby McGee...Apparently...BBC Radio 2...Most excellent...

Robert is Lurgied up... ...

Posted by: McBadgere Nov 26 2011, 07:35 PM

Chris Rea - Driving Home For Christmas...*Sighs and shakes head*...

Posted by: King Coin Nov 26 2011, 08:54 PM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tOQDCppovR4 by Moby

Posted by: McBadgere Dec 3 2011, 06:18 AM

Depeche Mode - Fly On A Windshield (Live)...

Posted by: McBadgere Dec 6 2011, 01:33 PM

Marillion - Season's End...

Posted by: McBadgere Dec 10 2011, 05:29 AM

For some reason I've chosen to jump about my Rush collection...*Shrug*...Excellent!!...

Posted by: King Coin Dec 12 2011, 05:57 AM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i9s5vJ5qSPQ by Eluvium.

I love this music.

Posted by: McBadgere Dec 14 2011, 05:28 AM

Goo Goo Dolls - Better Days...

Posted by: King Coin Dec 16 2011, 05:10 AM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F6VxpTwvMvc by Big Business

Posted by: McBadgere Dec 16 2011, 05:46 AM

Girls Aloud...*Sighs*... ... ...

Posted by: McBadgere Dec 20 2011, 07:15 AM

Many songs from 1976...Top of The Pops '76 is costing me some money... ...

Posted by: King Coin Dec 20 2011, 07:24 AM

http://grooveshark.com/#/s/Tundra/4iR2F?src=5 by John Adams

I'd add this to Skyrim explore music if I could.

Posted by: McBadgere Dec 21 2011, 05:39 AM

Take That - Happy Now...

Posted by: McBadgere Dec 26 2011, 06:28 AM

Kate Bush - The Big Sky...

Oooh, wait, now it's Snow Patrol - Called Out In The Dark...Brilliant... ...

Posted by: McBadgere Dec 28 2011, 04:40 AM

T'Pau - Bridge of Spies...Haven't heard this album since '88...Damned nostalgia... ...

Posted by: Colonel Mustard Dec 28 2011, 07:42 PM

Currently have the Dark Knight Soundtrack going; brilliantly atmospheric stuff.

Fun fact: The rising, scrapin string effect in 'Why So Serious' is not actually played on a violin, as I first suspected, but is instead achieved by running razor wire over a guitar string.

Posted by: McBadgere Dec 29 2011, 04:31 AM

Blondie - Union City Blue...

Posted by: McBadgere Dec 30 2011, 07:26 AM

Level 42 - Heaven In My Hands...

Posted by: McBadgere Jan 3 2012, 04:39 AM

Def Leppard - Hysteria...Oh yes!!...

Posted by: Athynae Jan 3 2012, 01:41 PM

Kate Bush? Really McB? Holy cow! I started listening to her back when the dinosaurs roamed the earth. I LOVE KB. Not many peeps on my side of the pond even know who she is.

I used to explain by way of Pat Benatar. You know Pat Benatar's song Wuthering Heights? Yea Kate Bush did it first. They still didn't know who she was but at least they had an idea of the kind of music she created. lol

Anyway, Great singer! There are very few songs of hers that I couldn't listen to over and over.

McB if I listened to all the songs you have been listening to I'd be stuck in a Time Warp, hmm, how did I get back there??? Nevermind.

Posted by: McBadgere Jan 3 2012, 10:41 PM

You? In a Time Warp? It's astounding!... ...

They Might Be Giants - Birdhouse In Your Soul... ...

Posted by: Athynae Jan 3 2012, 10:53 PM

And now even the banister is happy....

Posted by: McBadgere Jan 4 2012, 04:53 AM

I didn't know Pat Benetar did Wuthering Heights... ...Blimey...Love Is A Battlefield was pretty much it as far as she went over here...

The Dandy Warhols - Everyday Should Be A Holiday... ...

And I do listen to newer stuff, it's just my dose of Neuralgia Nostalgia tends to happen when I get to this thread... ...If I listed them all I'd be here for hours... ...

Posted by: Athynae Jan 4 2012, 08:25 PM

She does it almost exactly like KB only in a lower key, not many can sing in KB's range...and of course the music was adapted to suit. I love both versions but I have always been impressed with KB's soprano, sweet.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kH-oiBAubg4

For a while over here in the early '80's there were rumors that Pat and Kate were the same person...hogwash and I thought it was funny, people can be so .....nevermind.

Anyway, enjoy

Posted by: Colonel Mustard Jan 5 2012, 06:23 PM

Listened to Pink Floyd's Dark Side of the Moon for something like the third time in a row today; truly superb album. Now rounding it off with a little Wish You Were Here.

Ah, to be young in the time when they actually performed live...

Posted by: McBadgere Jan 5 2012, 08:33 PM

Ooooh, did Wish You Were Here the other morning...Likes that one I does...

The brother and I saw them live on the Division Bell tour (Greatest Hits night)... ...

Currently listening to my First Pop Crush™ Kim Wilde singing Never Trust A Stranger...*Sighs contentedly*... ...

Oh, and Athynae, Pat Benetar was good, different certainly...But Kate Bush is still topps... ...

Posted by: Athynae Jan 5 2012, 09:46 PM

Stevie Nicks Rhiannon, I could listen to this one over and over and over

Oh and Colonel seeing them live was a treat beyond compare I assure you....as was Heart.

Seems like now all the musicians have to be model quality 1st and be able to sing second, back in the day a voice made the music and once the band started performing for an audience the fans weren't looking to see if the chick was a size 2 or not. It was just GREAT music....and I don't mean just the notes either, most of the songs had a message too....

Posted by: Colonel Mustard Jan 5 2012, 09:50 PM

QUOTE(McBadgere @ Jan 5 2012, 08:33 PM)

Ooooh, did Wish You Were Here the other morning...Likes that one I does...

The brother and I saw them live on the Division Bell tour (Greatest Hits night)... ...

Posted by: King Coin Jan 6 2012, 04:22 AM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ENpb9jNpq48 by Younger Brother

Posted by: McBadgere Jan 6 2012, 05:15 AM

I do like Fleetwood Mac...Excellent band...

Tori Amos - Cornflake Girl...*Sighs some more*...

Posted by: Athynae Jan 6 2012, 01:12 PM

Ok McB, you lost me on that one, I had heard of Tori Amos but I didn't remember any of her music, that one is just a bit out there for me...

Tom Petty Mary Jane's Last Dance.....H*** yes!

Posted by: McBadgere Jan 6 2012, 07:42 PM

Love Tom Petty...So do the kids...I train them well I does...Daddy Youtube-time rules!!... ...

Alanis Morrisette - Thank U...

D'you know, I spent the whole afternoon listing my brushes with fame and the famous, after reading at dinner the bit about having lost you with Tori Amos (Really?..America's answer to Kate Bush?...*Shrug*...)...I was, at the time listening to a band called Ghosts...http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ot0zil5eqX4&ob=av2n the song was...Aaamywho, some of Ghost's videos were directed by a woman called Claire Fowler...And we knew each other way back when...I knew her sister rather more... ...But aaamywho, I had a conversation with that exact thing in it with Claire...And I remembered this while listening to a song by her employers!!... ...Weird!...Which led me to think of all the brushes with fame I've had down the years...And it took me a while... ...One day I may post it all... ...

Posted by: Uleni Athram Jan 6 2012, 08:20 PM

Static Space by Erica Sunn. BEAUTIFUL. I like her soft voice, an ideal song to just relax. Or sleep.

Posted by: Athynae Jan 7 2012, 04:26 AM

I guess I was listening to Kate when Tori was a hit, lol. My kids are very particular about the old stuff, the love some of it and hate some of it. Kids, what do they know?

I love Alanis Morrisette!!!! I do I do...

I'd love to hear about your encounters...I could share some with you too, I do live in Country Music USA....

Posted by: Colonel Mustard Jan 7 2012, 02:21 PM

'Receiving incoming transmission from David Bowie's nipple antennae!'

Listening to Flight of Conchords' http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f4zV4pJ8MwM and you really have to applaud a band that can put that line into a song and have it make perfect sense...

Posted by: McBadgere Jan 7 2012, 08:51 PM

Fair dues, that's a talent and a half is it not... ...The kids are fond of the Girl in The Park song... ...Fuunie!!...

Midge Ure - That Certain Smile...

A chum of mine who lives just up the road was - for a good while - Midge Ure's chief guitar tech and roadie/gofer... ...

For those who don't know, Midge Ure was in a band called Ultravox for ages. He also co-wrote and co-produced the biggest selling christmas song in the UK - Band Aid's Do They Know It's Chrismas?...

Posted by: Fawkes Jan 8 2012, 03:42 AM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4XpnjN2J4Xw, well more specifically the Persona Musical Compilation.

And as for actual music....nope none at all, well their is Kent, but I honestly have no idea what they are saying.
I have been out of the "scene" forever and a half so the music that I listen to was from back in the day

Posted by: McBadgere Jan 8 2012, 08:08 PM

I have to wince when someone born in '91 says he listens to music from "Back in the day"... ...

Level 42 - Heaven In My Hands...Again... ...

Posted by: Fawkes Jan 8 2012, 08:14 PM

QUOTE(McBadgere @ Jan 8 2012, 01:08 PM)

I have to wince when someone born in '91 says he listens to music from "Back in the day"... ...

Level 42 - Heaven In My Hands...Again... ...

Posted by: McBadgere Jan 8 2012, 08:31 PM

Who cares?!!...Tha's a gorgeous song right there that is...Nice one...

So because of it, I'm now listening to Nephew and http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SMaVOcLHygE...All your fault...

Oh yeah...Check this one out too...Warning...Just Warning...Nephew - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tyzs_wwgs-M... ...

Posted by: McBadgere Jan 13 2012, 04:44 AM

Diesel Park West - Boy On Top Of The News...

Posted by: King Coin Jan 13 2012, 04:54 AM

I might have posted it before, but I love this song:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_oeslAqeTEc by Hybrid

Posted by: Athynae Jan 13 2012, 01:24 PM

There are times when I just want to enjoy something amusing and one of my favorites, sneer if you like, Noel Coward. HILARIOUS STUFF!!!

Listen to "He Went To A Marvelous Party" LMAO!!! or "Don't Let's Be Beastley to the Germans"

Posted by: McBadgere Jan 13 2012, 02:43 PM

Ooooh delightfully fun my dear!!...

Rush - Animate Me...

Posted by: mALX Jan 13 2012, 02:52 PM

I'm listening to the sounds of three dogs that can't be let out to play because it is too cold, and one husband that nibbled away a potfull of hambone and beans nearly singlehandedly.


"More beans, Mr. Taggart?"

"I believe you've had enough!" (waves hat)

Posted by: McBadgere Jan 13 2012, 04:17 PM

Travelling Wilburys - Heading For The Light...

Oh no, just changed...The Cure - Trap...

Posted by: Athynae Jan 13 2012, 05:58 PM

mALX I know what you mean but my culprit for that one is my youngest son, and it takes a lot more than a hat to waft it away....

All good stuff McB, had to revisit The Cure again when you mentioned it, hadn't heard them in a while, I love youtube.

Glad you liked the Noel Coward, he was a piece of work, artist, author, playwright, singer, and more. He did all of them well enough to be at the top of the list in his day as well. Some of his plays are not only humorous but deeply profound as well, it will catch you off guard. LOVE IT!

Mad Dogs and Englishmen.....

Posted by: McBadgere Jan 14 2012, 04:38 AM

Phil Collins - Take Me Home (12" mix)...

Posted by: Athynae Jan 14 2012, 12:24 PM

Awesome stuff!! Nice to wake up to.

Posted by: Colonel Mustard Jan 14 2012, 01:10 PM

Currently listening to Selected Ambient Works, Volume 2 by Aphex Twin.

Yes, I'm a pretentious arty type at times...

Posted by: McBadgere Jan 15 2012, 07:12 PM

Rizzle Kicks - Mama Do The Hump (Freemasons remix)...

Posted by: Athynae Jan 15 2012, 08:14 PM

You lost me on that one McB, I do listen to some of the new stuff but I have never had much appreciation for rap, just don't. Maybe I'm just too square to get it....

Janis Joplin Mercedes Benz

Posted by: McBadgere Jan 16 2012, 04:24 AM

Cool...Not heard much Janis Joplin...Small woman, big voice...*Thinks about wife*...Should like her a lot really... ...

Not actually a big rap fan meself, but I heard that Rizzle Kicks song on the radio t'other day and it wormed it's way in...Then I heard the remix of it and was hooked...It just worms it's way in somehow.. ...Plus, I could see meself dancing like a berk to it at a party... ...

Six Hour Sundown - Jekyll & Hyde...Proper rock that is...Proper...

Posted by: Athynae Jan 16 2012, 12:42 PM

Well I would probably be listening to SOMETHING if I hadn't screwed up my computer somehow so now I have no sound, none.

One stick of dynamite, One CD Rom, BIG EXPLOSION!!

Posted by: McBadgere Jan 17 2012, 07:02 AM

Oh heck... ...

Rizzle Kicks - Mama Do The Hump (Freemasons Boozer Remix)...Again... ...

Love this song...Sooo funny...

Posted by: McBadgere Jan 17 2012, 12:49 PM

Kelly Clarkson - Stronger (What Doesn't Kill You)...

Posted by: Athynae Jan 17 2012, 03:25 PM

HOLY COW!!! How did I miss THAT ONE!!

I think I have a new theme song...I love it McB, thanks.

Reba McEntire- All the Women I Am *WARNING* It's country, sorry folks, I cross all the musical genres...

Posted by: The Solo Rollo Jan 18 2012, 12:31 AM

Cage the Elephant - Aint no Rest for the Wicked

AKA- The Borderlands opening song. Ever since getting borderlands (about one week ago) Ive been listening to this sweet song!

Posted by: Grits Jan 18 2012, 01:05 AM

Linkin Park Live in Madrid… er, the video. Mr. Grits and The Girl are blasting it from the den. I’m not even tempted to go in there and say, “Science test tomorrow.”

Posted by: McBadgere Jan 18 2012, 05:00 AM

The den?... ...

Aaamywho...

Elin Lanto - Discotheque...Europop alert!!... ...

Posted by: mALX Jan 18 2012, 04:11 PM

I'll tell you who I am NOT listening to...Vernon Davis, who singlehandedly harpooned the theory that all black men can sing.

Posted by: Grits Jan 18 2012, 06:29 PM

QUOTE(McBadgere @ Jan 17 2012, 11:00 PM)

The den?... ...

Posted by: Athynae Jan 18 2012, 06:33 PM

or any other feral animals that seem to be hanging about the abode. Typically it is baited with all of the electronic devices that Papa bears and feral teens can't resist.

Yes, mALX, I saw that, it was just SAD.