The Music Tag Game - The Thread That Wouldn't Die!

[bowieee]

O.K. Since the Song of the Week threads have been crashing and burning lately i was trying to think of a way we could improve the idea so more people would want to participate, This game just came to me and hopefully it can get off the ground.

The way the game works is one person posts a song he or she wants someone else to give a review for. Then when someone wants to join in on the game they reply with a post that only says *TAG*. This means that person has begun downloading that song. (THis way there arn't three people downloading a song but only one gets to post because they listened to it before the others were done) Then that person listens to the song and gives a review. Then the person who did the review posts a new song of their own and the game continues.

Hopefully this way alot more people get to have turns and everyone who wants to participate can, with a much smaller timeline to have to wait.



Well Ill start it off with

Artist: Tom Waits
Song: Misery is the River of The World

and people feel free to download all the songs that catch your eye and post how you liked them even if you wern't the first person to *TAG* Thats the whole purpose of these threads. To find new music and enjoy it. :)

[BadCoverVersion]

Superb idea Bowieeee...;)

I think there was a similar idea floating about a couple of months ago, but it never quite took off...hopefully this will stick around a wee bit longer!!!

I'll kick off and *TAG* the first one...

[BadCoverVersion]

Okey dokey, here we go...

The intro to this tune is particularly enticing, theatrical and wry...and if anything, Mr Waits has a very unique sound. The song makes me want to march and jut out my bottom lip, which is bizarre...:confused:. I like it actually, and I can see it being a grower because of the formulaic feel (and I mean that in a positive way) and the merry-go-round like music. The lyrics are bleak, yet the actual song is rather uplifting. A definite thumbs-up...I'm on my 3rd listen and my ears are becoming strangely accustomed to this blokes raspy chant.

I'm not very familiar with Waits but for some reason he conjures up an image of back-streets, cigarettes and empty bottles of whisky. I'm probably way off...but never mind.

Thanking you for the pick Bowieee...:)


The next recommendation is a bit of old-skool POP...It's time for a boogie...

Bizarre Love Triangle by NEW ORDER

[bowieee]

Originally posted by BadCoverVersion


I'm not very familiar with Waits but for some reason he conjures up an image of back-streets, cigarettes and empty bottles of whisky. I'm probably way off...but never mind.



*Tag*

And actually BCV you are right on target. Whiskey, Cigarettes and back streets are a huge part of Wait's songs and persona.

[bowieee]

*Puts on his 80's risky business sun glasses and begins dancing around his computer*

I LOOOOOVE this song. I used to go watch this 80's cover band about once a month at this club down here in San Diego and they used to play this song every show. It was so much fun. Definetly an upbeat happy dance song. Plus its alot of fun to sing along to with a bunch of people. Nice pick.


New Pick:

The Origin of Love

by: Hedwig and the angry inch

[BadCoverVersion]

I'm going to leave that one for a Hedwig virgin...It's well worth it!!!

[Invincible]

Originally posted by BadCoverVersion
Superb idea Bowieeee...;)

I feel kinda bad, since so many people turned down 'the same' game I created a long time ago, and this game works perfectly fine...My OLD thread (http://joblo.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=36084)

[bowieee]

Sorry Invincible I didn't see your game and I don't mean to step on your toes. I was just trying to get a new music downloading thread up that more people could chime in on. Feel free to join in. The more the merrier. I'm downloading scooter right now and I'll tell you what I thought of it.

[Romero&Juliet]

Schmoetastic Idea, Bowieee!!!



*TAG* The Origin Of Love, Hedwig's epic lament to find her other half, should come across as the biggest song on the soundtrack. Definitely the sappiest thing I've ever heard a drag queen sing... and I own an Anne Murray CD... :D

Epic, torchy. JC Mitchell calls on massive images of universes colliding, Greek (....) Gods flailing thunderbolts. Its cool stuff. Here's is the token Queen/Dire Straits song that pretty much everyone would expect on this soundtrack.. But it holds up. Check it outttt~!


Pick:

Two At a Table Set For Three, By The Gandharvas.

***If there's any trouble finding this, I'll edit.

[BadCoverVersion]

Originally posted by Invincible
I feel kinda bad, since so many people turned down 'the same' game I created a long time ago, and this game works perfectly fine...My OLD thread (http://joblo.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=36084)

Well Invincible...I did give you a wee bit of credit mate...;)

Originally posted by BadCoverVersion
I think there was a similar idea floating about a couple of months ago, but it never quite took off...hopefully this will stick around a wee bit longer!!!

Hmmm, I remember that SCOOTER debate (fond memories)...I didn't mean to offend luv. I was just being a sarcastic sod as per usual. You know me better nowadays though...:D

You still owe me a slapping!!!

[bowieee]

Scooter: New Years day

I'm not one for techno the repeated drum beats usually slowly bring on a headache but you can do no wrong when a song has air raid sirens. I actually liked this ditty alot. I think I have an air raid siren fetish. Anyways its a great song, it had alot of energy going for it. Thanks for putting it out to download!

[bowieee]

Originally posted by Romero&Juliet
Schmoetastic Idea, Bowieee!!!



*TAG* The Origin Of Love, Hedwig's epic lament to find her other half, should come across as the biggest song on the soundtrack. Definitely the sappiest thing I've ever heard a drag queen sing... and I own an Anne Murray CD... :D

Epic, torchy. JC Mitchell calls on massive images of universes colliding, Greek (....) Gods flailing thunderbolts. Its cool stuff. Here's is the token Queen/Dire Straits song that pretty much everyone would expect on this soundtrack.. But it holds up. Check it outttt~!


Pick:

Two At a Table Set For Three, By The Gandharvas.

***If there's any trouble finding this, I'll edit.

Romero I tried to find it but I was coming up with diddly squat. Oh and welcome back to the cult :)

[Romero&Juliet]

Originally posted by bowieee
Romero I tried to find it but I was coming up with diddly squat. Oh and welcome back to the cult :)

damn.. okay, tryyyy

Kicking in The Water, by the Gandharvas.

kind of an odd song. From the same album as the last track, though.. it came up on a Kazaa search, too.


thanks Bowieee. Its good to be back in the mix of things. :)

[bowieee]

*Tag*

It was a bitch to find but I found this one hiding out there in the internet its downloading right now.

[bowieee]

the Gandharvas: Kicking in the water

Is it just me or does the lead singer sound just like the lead singer of Janes Addiction? Well to me these guys sounded like a poppy Janes Addiction but yet their own style at the same time. I liked the song it was catchy and different and had a fun "could see a bunch of people hopping up and down at the concert" feeling to it. Great pick! Thanks romero :)

Next up:

Grandaddy: He's simple, he's dumb, he's the pilot

[SubMethod]

Tag*

took me a few minutes to find it and its downloading now, but its somewhat large so it will be a bit.

[Invincible]

Originally posted by BadCoverVersion

You still owe me a slapping!!!

Naaaaw...just forget it, it's behind us, you can download my songs though ;)

[SubMethod]

Grandaddy: He's Simple, He's Dumb, He's The Pilot

I really enjoyed this not so little song. I liked the intro with the birds in the background it was very interesting. The acoustic guitar was very cool and the synth effects were well placed. I liked the whole sombre mood of the song, I've been listening to a lot of songs like this lately. I'm not sure what instrument was being played during the intro but it was very eclectic sounding and I liked it. It will take me a couple of more listens to fully grasp the lyrics, it usually does for any song. This was a great listen and it will defenitely go on my play list.

My Pick:

Moby: That's When I Reach For My Revolver

I picked one that will be a little easier to find for people and is still a great tune.

[bowieee]

*tag*

My computer play list is getting bigger and bigger and I'm liking it :)

[bowieee]

Have you ever never given an artist a second thought and then see them in concert and become an instant fan? Well that was the case with moby and I. I never really was a fan and I saw him on tour with bowie and I was put into awe. The power his music has on stage sucked me in completely. He followed Bowie and thats a tough act to follow but he did it with style, grace and energy.

This song took me by suprise. Its a little bit more straight foward rock than I'm used to by Moby and I liked that alot. The build up of the song is great and it has a good relisten appeal to it. My respect for moby grows with each listen. Thanks Submethod!

Oh and sorry about the song length I totally forgot it was 8 minutes :(


New Pick:

The Mars Volta

Concertina

[SubMethod]

Originally posted by bowieee

Oh and sorry about the song length I totally forgot it was 8 minutes :(


Oh it didn't bother me. I enjoyed it very much.

By the way this is not a tag.

[SIREN30]

I'll *tag* that one, bowiee...I hope I'm doing this right? I just download, listen and come back w/ a review, right?


Hmm..

[SIREN30]

Mars Volta: Concertina


Nawt bad a'tall. I was actually expecting to be able to say 'this band is reminisent of,' but find myself unable to compare it to anything really, which is a good thing. The song was hectic and melodic at the same time w/ intricate timing changes and standard vocals. I really liked the interesting affect on the vocals and the descent (or climb?) into more of a rock n roll sound towards the end. Very interesting pick. Not necessarily one for my shelf but I'd definitely listen again if I heard it.

Speaking of Rock N Roll, hows about a good dose of it:

New Pick:

El Jefe Speaks

Clutch
(if you cannot find this song, go for something a little more accessible like Big News I or Spacegrass from the 2nd album. This is my favorite band and listening to the lyrics is a must. If you need to search online for them, it's usually worth your time. The guy writes in riddles.)

[paul calf]

tag

[bowieee]

Originally posted by SIREN30
Mars Volta: Concertina


Nawt bad a'tall. I was actually expecting to be able to say 'this band is reminisent of,' but find myself unable to compare it to anything really, which is a good thing. The song was hectic and melodic at the same time w/ intricate timing changes and standard vocals. I really liked the interesting affect on the vocals and the descent (or climb?) into more of a rock n roll sound towards the end. Very interesting pick. Not necessarily one for my shelf but I'd definitely listen again if I heard it.

Speaking of Rock N Roll, hows about a good dose of it:

New Pick:

El Jefe Speaks

Clutch
(if you cannot find this song, go for something a little more accessible like Big News I or Spacegrass from the 2nd album. This is my favorite band and listening to the lyrics is a must. If you need to search online for them, it's usually worth your time. The guy writes in riddles.)

I'm glad you liked them. They are one of the best bands I have ever seen live. The buzz over this band is getting bigger and bigger. They allready made it on to the black flag tribute album with a bunch of big artists. Trust me thes guys are going to be huuuge.

I'm going to download el jefe right now but paul calf is up for the next pick

[paul calf]

well when you said rock and roll i pictured a bit of elvis or buddy holly when what i got was a hell of a lot meatier than that.
starts with a great guitar intro and then the drums kick in with a vengence,his voice is very rough but definatly suits the song,the lyrics are quite fun too.the only downside i had was it was a little repeticious towards the end but quite enjoyable,i could imagine this song on a horror soundtrack.
ok my choice then


halleluiah(club mix) by the happy mondays a true original

[SIREN30]

Yep, rock n roll should have some MEAT to it I think.:D But I should have said it was headed towards metal so you'd be prepared. Their newer stuff is just amazing and actually edge towards funk. He (neil fallon) was only 19 when El Jefe was released but if you listen to more recent stuff like Big News I or Spacegrass you can hear their maturity. ROCK ON!

[SIREN30]

Originally posted by SIREN30
Yep, rock n roll should have some MEAT to it I think.:D But I should have said it was headed towards metal so you'd be prepared. Their newer stuff is just amazing and actually edges towards funk. He (neil fallon) was only 19 when El Jefe was released but if you listen to more recent stuff like Big News I or Spacegrass you can hear their maturity. ROCK ON!

[SIREN30]

sorry about the double post...woops.

[bowieee]

Well I couldn't get El Jefe speaks but I got super grass. This band cracks me up. They know how to build up a tempo. Plus they said "jesus on a dashboard" out of nowhere which cracked me up. I lost track of the lyrics halfway through but honestly I found they were the appeal of the whole song. This is a song I will definetly listen to again and more from the band it's different and fun. Thanks siren!

Oh my god I just listened to Big News. This band is really good. Ack yet another cd I need to buy.

[paul calf]

Originally posted by SIREN30
Yep, rock n roll should have some MEAT to it I think.:D But I should have said it was headed towards metal so you'd be prepared. Their newer stuff is just amazing and actually edge towards funk. He (neil fallon) was only 19 when El Jefe was released but if you listen to more recent stuff like Big News I or Spacegrass you can hear their maturity. ROCK ON!

i meant the meatier in a good way i like a bit of meat to my music,i may give the others a go as well then.

[bowieee]

tag :)

[SIREN30]

Originally posted by bowieee
Well I couldn't get El Jefe speaks but I got super grass. This band cracks me up. They know how to build up a tempo. Plus they said "jesus on a dashboard" out of nowhere which cracked me up. I lost track of the lyrics halfway through but honestly I found they were the appeal of the whole song. This is a song I will definetly listen to again and more from the band it's different and fun. Thanks siren!

Yeah, I asked him what the lyrics to this song were about (like I said he writes in riddles) and it's actually about a drag race. The 'jesus on the dashboard' reference refers to the little Jesus figurines alot of hot-rodders put on their dash.

[SIREN30]

Originally posted by bowieee
tag :)

what are you tagging? I didnt see another song yet?

[bowieee]

Originally posted by SIREN30
Yeah, I asked him what the lyrics to this song were about (like I said he writes in riddles) and it's actually about a drag race. The 'jesus on the dashboard' reference refers to the little Jesus figurines alot of hot-rodders put on their dash.


I just relistened to Supergrass now knowing its about drag racing and it makes perfect sense now.

[bowieee]

Originally posted by SIREN30
what are you tagging? I didnt see another song yet?

Paul calf put one out

halleluiah(club mix) by the happy mondays

[bowieee]

halleluiah(club mix) by the Happy Mondays

One of the first cd's I ever bought was a Black Grape one and that eventually led me to the Happy Mondays, a very talnted band. I had never heard this mix before and its a quite good one. It had me picturing a dance party in the middle of an old catholic church. The chants in the background mixed with the lead singers voice crooning over the beats made this one a winner for me. I really liked this pick paul thanks!

Next up some Rock and roll romance

HIM

Razorblade kiss

Oh and thanks everyone for playing I have found a bunch of new songs to freshen up my playlist from this game.

[SIREN30]

TAG :D Thanks, I really like HIM. Haven't heard this one yet.

[SIREN30]

Razorblade Kiss HIM

Once again, I really like this band. The vocals are really reminiscent of 80's pop like Depeche Mode mixed with a little 'hairbandedness' (how's that for a word) and the music sketches between rock and industrial, lending it more of a 'new' quality. This song wasnt quite as much to my taste as some others I've heard since it seeed a little more formula...but all in all a good pick. My favorite so far by them is actually their wonderful cover of Wicked Game. But I'm open to hear more.


Next Pick:

Song of the Sirens by This Mortal Coil (this is actually a compilation of many 4AD artists and this particular song is sung by the Cocteau Twins' Liz Frazier. However I don't think you'd find it under her name.)

[bowieee]

tag

[bowieee]

:eek:


I'm speechless. I really am. This song was so beautiful. It caught me completely off guard. I'm setting up to replay as I type this. It's like a dreamy poem sung by the perfect voice for this song. This is seriously going to sit itself down in my play list for quite some time. AND IF ANYONE ELSE IS READING THIS download that last song Siren posted. Trust me its beautiful. Thanks for the pick this became an instant favorite.

Some mellow grooves for the next pick:

Blonde Redhead

In Particular

[SIREN30]

Originally posted by bowieee
:eek:


I'm speechless. I really am. This song was so beautiful. It caught me completely off guard. I'm setting up to replay as I type this. It's like a dreamy poem sung by the perfect voice for this song. This is seriously going to sit itself down in my play list for quite some time. AND IF ANYONE ELSE IS READING THIS download this song. Trust me its beautiful. Thanks for the pick this became an instant favorite.

Some mellow grooves for the next pick:

Blonde Redhead

In Particular

I thought you might like it. It's one of my favorite songs of all time. You can actually just imagine that it is the song the Sirens sang in 'The Odyssey', can't you? When I graduated, we had my party at a friends house who lives in the country nestled in a valley. We turned it up all the way (the stereo was outside) and everyone just sat in silence w/ a lump in their throat listening to this ethereal tune echoing through those mountains. A memory like none other.

I'll let somebody else tag this one. I have to scat. But I'll be checking in later. I LOVE this game, bowiee.

[Psychocandy]

Tag...

...be right back.

[Psychocandy]

Concrete Blonde - In Particular

A good song. I had to listen to it three times to decide whether I liked it or not. Full of hand claps and wobbly rhythms with vocals that start out quite shrill and finish up breathy. I've actually been meaning to check this band out for a number of years. I remember reading a lot of positive reviews in NME & Melody Maker back when the eighties gave birth to the nineties. If I could say one bad thing about the song it would be that it perhaps outstays it's welcome at over five minutes. Just slightly though and it didn't affect my enjoyment one bit. Nice one Bowiee. I'll be sure to download a few more tracks from Concrete Blonde in the near future.

My choice...

Band - The Handsome Family

Track - My Ghost

[BadCoverVersion]

*TAG*

I've never heard THE HANDSOME FAMILY so this should be interesting...

[BadCoverVersion]

First off…I downloaded the song by "The Mortal Coil", and I’ve got to admit it really is beautiful…and so simplistic. The vocals are almost angelic and the music is just too bloody delicate, truly complimentary set against that stunning voice.

You got it in one when you descibed the track as "ethereal"...

Thanks for recommending this little cracker Siren.

[bowieee]

Originally posted by Psychocandy
Concrete Blonde - In Particular

A good song. I had to listen to it three times to decide whether I liked it or not. Full of hand claps and wobbly rhythms with vocals that start out quite shrill and finish up breathy. I've actually been meaning to check this band out for a number of years. I remember reading a lot of positive reviews in NME & Melody Maker back when the eighties gave birth to the nineties. If I could say one bad thing about the song it would be that it perhaps outstays it's welcome at over five minutes. Just slightly though and it didn't affect my enjoyment one bit. Nice one Bowiee. I'll be sure to download a few more tracks from Concrete Blonde in the near future.

My choice...

Band - The Handsome Family

Track - My Ghost

I'm glad you liked them. The male and female voices balance each song out perfectly imo. The Handsome family ahh I still listen to them every once in awhile since you told me about them Psychocandy. Can't find that song though. :(

[BadCoverVersion]

I liked this immediately, it’s right up my street…a slightly brooding (but jaunty) country sound with a bit of a twist. His voice is extremely pleasant, and I didn’t expect to hear any naughty words, but alas…It’s only the bloody F-word, always a bonus in my book!!! It’s short and sweet and I’d definitely like to hear more of these kids. This is the sort of folksy/country stuff that Bowieee might even dig...It's not quite as depressing as Gram, and there is absolutely no mention of pick-up trucks breaking down, spouses leaving, and dogs dying.

Thanking you kindly Psycho!!!


Okey dokey...I know a few people know this one but here we go...

Artist - Manic Street Preachers

Song - If White America told the truth for one day its world would fall apart.

[BadCoverVersion]

It might also be a bonus to have a look at the lyrics for the above song...Just in case you have NO idea what they're on about!!!

Suck it and see...

[bowieee]

*tag*

*cues Ahnold voice*

I'll be back

[SIREN30]

Originally posted by Psychocandy
Concrete Blonde - In Particular

A good song. I had to listen to it three times to decide whether I liked it or not. Full of hand claps and wobbly rhythms with vocals that start out quite shrill and finish up breathy. I've actually been meaning to check this band out for a number of years. I remember reading a lot of positive reviews in NME & Melody Maker back when the eighties gave birth to the nineties. If I could say one bad thing about the song it would be that it perhaps outstays it's welcome at over five minutes. Just slightly though and it didn't affect my enjoyment one bit. Nice one Bowiee. I'll be sure to download a few more tracks from Concrete Blonde in the near future.

My choice...

Band - The Handsome Family

Track - My Ghost

I'm confused. The track called In Particular was by Blonde Redhead, right? Not Concrete Blonde. Especially seeing the description of the music...it doesnt sound like Concrete Blonde. Concrete Blonde is a Gothic , female led (the amazing Jenette Napalitano) rock band from the 80's and 90's. Hits were 'Joey' and 'Caroline'. :confused:

[bowieee]

Tipper Gore was a friend of mine

Ha. :) thats my favorite line after I looked online to find out what exactly they were saying. Great intro about the dinner but once the lead singer started rambling I couldn't make heads or tails of what he was singing about. Thank god for lyrics on the internet. After I started listening to it while reading the lyrics it really grew on me. Its another reminder of how much of a joke it can be over here in America. The lead singer has the snarling type of singing voice that I like alot so it really worked well over the music clanging around in the background. I like songs with tons of energy and this one has plenty to spare. great pick thanks BCV. :)

Next up something you may have heard before but just in case:

Sugar on my tongue

talking heads

[bowieee]

Originally posted by SIREN30
I'm confused. The track called In Particular was by Blonde Redhead, right? Not Concrete Blonde. Especially seeing the description of the music...it doesnt sound like Concrete Blonde. Concrete Blonde is a Gothic , female led (the amazing Jenette Napalitano) rock band from the 80's and 90's. Hits were 'Joey' and 'Caroline'. :confused:

Its by blonde redhead it was probably a typo. Concrete blonde is a great band also though. Blood letting was one of those albums that could almost make me cry when i was 15.

[BadCoverVersion]

Glad you enjoyed Bowieee.

It's one of my favourite tracks from "The Holy Bible". You wouldn't believe how cathartic that bloody album is...it covers everything from prostitution to anorexia to child-molestation, and with track-titles like "Of walking abortion" and "She is suffering" you know you're in for a wee bit of uneasy listening.

[bowieee]

Originally posted by BadCoverVersion
Glad you enjoyed Bowieee.

It's one of my favourite tracks from "The Holy Bible". You wouldn't believe how cathartic that bloody album is...it covers everything from prostitution to anorexia to child-molestation, and with track-titles like "Of walking abortion" and "She is suffering" you know you're in for a wee bit of uneasy listening.

Oh god, I couldn't handle that album then. I like alot of sad music but when it comes to those subjects I can't deal. I work around kids and teens who deal with all 3 of those subjects at work all week, If I listened to music about it I would go mad.

[Psychocandy]

Not really a typo. More of a brain fart. I've been having a lot of those lately... :D

Good choice of Manic's track BCV. The Holy Bible is my favorite Manics album by a mile. What that actually says about me is for my therapist to decide. Glad you liked the Handsome Family tracks. Their album "Through The Trees" is a masterpiece.

[BadCoverVersion]

Originally posted by bowieee
Oh god, I couldn't handle that album then. I like alot of sad music but when it comes to those subjects I can't deal. I work around kids and teens who deal with all 3 of those subjects at work all week, If I listened to music about it I would go mad.

It's pretty brutal...but very truthful. Pure poetry in parts but rather unsettling. The subject-matter isn't for everyone but it's a superb collection of poignant songs.

Hmmm, I'm gonna *TAG* here...I probably know this track but I think I should reacquaint meself. I've always wanted to get into more Talking Heads...

Downloading...

[BadCoverVersion]

I'm having a bit of bother with this ferking track...It could be my measly 56k (ooooooh broadband, I can only dream), or something completely unrelated.

If anybody else wants to *TAG* then go ahead...KaZaA seems to be having a dicky-fit on me!!!

I'll keep trying with this one Bowieee...

[bowieee]

Theres no hurry,

Well I'm off to go roller skating at the roller rink.

[SubMethod]

Ill Tag* it.

[SubMethod]

Well, I found the track on Kazaa but its sitting at Remotely Queue so if somebody else can get it downloaded feel free to take it but Ill keep trying and review it if I can.

[countchocula]

TAG

Sorry I'm late on this shindig!

[BadCoverVersion]

Finally done...

I know this one...and I like it.

The vocals are fab. I always favour the more unique (sometimes tuneless ;)) voices...and this is no exception. Its a nice easy-listening ditty, classic geetars, great lyrics, good length (ooh er) and top vocals. I like the wailing near the end, gotta be my favourite part. My ONLY gripe...It meanders a bit...I'd have liked a bit more of the waily stuff, but a solid tune nonetheless. You can't really go wrong with Talking Heads, and I should make the effort to purchase an album or two.

And now for something completely Pulpy (again)...

Song - The Fear

Artist - Pulp

[BadCoverVersion]

Originally posted by countchocula
TAG

Sorry I'm late on this shindig!

Shite almighty!!!

Sorry mate...you can review and post if you fancy, scrap my go...

[countchocula]

Actually, the download died halfway through and hasn't budged since. So no harm, no foul! I'll wait to tag your Pulp tune until I know that it will download properly.

[Psychocandy]

Badcoverversion...

I was wondering how long you would be able to wait before choosing a Pulp song. The Fear is a good choice but i'll let someone else Tag it who hasn't already heard it. Personally I prefer Wickerman...it's my current favorite Pulp song (though if you ask me again tomorrow it'll likely be something else...think i'll be in a Razzamatazz kinda mood tomorrow).

[BadCoverVersion]

Originally posted by Psychocandy
Badcoverversion...

I was wondering how long you would be able to wait before choosing a Pulp song. The Fear is a good choice but i'll let someone else Tag it who hasn't already heard it. Personally I prefer Wickerman...it's my current favorite Pulp song (though if you ask me again tomorrow it'll likely be something else...think i'll be in a Razzamatazz kinda mood tomorrow).

I'm trying to create my own little legion of Pulp People. We'll take over the bloody world one day...you mark my words. "Wickerman" is gorgeous Psycho, I'm with you on that. But I just can't help thinking that an 8 and a half minute Cocker monologue might be a bit much for a Pulp virgin.

Oh well, there's always next time...

[countchocula]

Just to update, it's remotely queued.

[bowieee]

I'm not tagging I'll leave the next post up to the count.

I just want to review this song. Lately due to these boards I've become a pulp sponge soaking up all the different songs everyone reccomends and my respect for them grows with every listen. You have to admit the lead singer has a charisma and a air to him alot of performers left behind in the 70's and 80's.

This song pretty much paints the ugly picture of depression and the baggage that comes with it. The music is perfect, the voice is perfect. This may be the best pulp song I've heard so far thanks BCV. I seriously think I've become addicted to this thread but my music knowledge is getting all the better for it.

[Annie Hall]

So, let me get this straight...BCV's song has not yet been tagged?

[BadCoverVersion]

Originally posted by bowieee
I'm not tagging I'll leave the next post up to the count.

I just want to review this song. Lately due to these boards I've become a pulp sponge soaking up all the different songs everyone reccomends and my respect for them grows with every listen. You have to admit the lead singer has a charisma and a air to him alot of performers left behind in the 70's and 80's.

Glad you enjoyed luv, I couldn't resist. I'm just trying to increase the Pulp love...I'm a sad tart ;)

Ooooooh Bowieee, I meant to ask you about this one. I was looking for a Neutral Milk Hotel album in HMV the other day. Is "On Avery Island" worth my pennies or do you reckon I should ask them to order me a copy of "In the Aeroplane over the Sea"? The bloke behind the counter didn't have a clue what I was on about (eyed me up and down like I had 10 friggin heads), so I'm guessing these fella's aint too popular in the UK. Sooo...???

[bowieee]

I think Count ran into some technical difficulties so feel free to tag it. I think hopefully this thread will stick around for awhile so Count can chime in on the next one thats easier to find from where he is at.

[bowieee]

Originally posted by BadCoverVersion
Glad you enjoyed luv, I couldn't resist. I'm just trying to increase the Pulp love...I'm a sad tart ;)

Ooooooh Bowieee, I meant to ask you about this one. I was looking for a Neutral Milk Hotel album in HMV the other day. Is "On Avery Island" worth my pennies or do you reckon I should ask them to order me a copy of "In the Aeroplane over the Sea"? The bloke behind the counter didn't have a clue what I was on about (eyed me up and down like I had 10 friggin heads), so I'm guessing these fella's aint to popular in the UK. Sooo...???

I haven't heard On Avery island yet but by word of mouth it is not nearly as good as Aeroplane over the sea. Aeroplane over the sea is on my top ten album list so I give it the bowieee seal of approval :cool:

[Annie Hall]

(Annie triumphantly hops into the ring) *TAG*

[BadCoverVersion]

Originally posted by Annie Hall
So, let me get this straight...BCV's song has not yet been tagged?

Tag and recommend if you fancy it Annie...I think Count is having a bit of bother this evening.

My apologies btw Annie, Bowieee, I know I harp on with the Pulp shite. I thought because we've got some new kids on the block and all...;)

You can keep the Neutral Milk Hotel stuff coming though...and a bit more Nick Cave wouldn't go amis...:D Jesus, I'm a tag-game addict now...

[Annie Hall]

Well, let us begin by me saying I am *quite* thrilled to be here, I think I'm gonna like this game. Ok, onto the review...

I tend to like some of Pulp's music anyway, but I was honestly surprised at how much I enjoyed this one. It's got flare and style, and if they have a couple more like it, is enough to make me a fan of Pulp and one Jarvis Cocker (whose voice I think is absolutely perfect for the music he makes). This really is "My kinda music", it's not overbearing, but at the same time a bit overwhelming...emotional, but not melodramatic. And when it is melodramatic...I'm just enjoying it too much to give a damn. :) Fabulous choice BCV

Ok, now I must choose...after much deliberating. I reckon a good number of you guys have heard this one, but it is a bit different from previous versions and I think it is utterly and completely overwhelming and powerful (and, is that Ewan's voice I hear in the background? ;))

Title:
The Minstrel Boy

Artist: Joe Strummer & The Mescaleros (from Black Hawk Down).

[Annie Hall]

Originally posted by BadCoverVersion
Tag and recommend if you fancy it Annie...I think Count is having a bit of bother this evening.

My apologies btw Annie, Bowieee, I know I harp on with the Pulp shite. I thought because we've got some new kids on the block and all...;)

You can keep the Neutral Milk Hotel stuff coming though...and a bit more Nick Cave wouldn't go amis...:D Jesus, I'm a tag-game addict now...

Not at all...in fact, I am always open to suggestions for Pulp music...after all...you *are* the expert. ;)

Plus, if I'm nice to you now, you cannot kill me over my Belle & Sebastian addiction :D

[The Postmaster General]

Check

thedirectorsbureau.com

BCV, they have some Pulp videos directed by Roman Copolla, as well as mucho mas muy cool stuff.

[The Postmaster General]

Pulp "The Fear" - Wow! This song is really.... big. It's hard to explain, but, you know, it's really grand. I like songs that sound like this. It's much different than the Pulp I'm familar with. Great pick , BCV!

[BadCoverVersion]

Thanks for the link Bubba...Fab little site.

I'm currently downloading "Party Hard" (directed by Mike Mills), one of me all-time favourites, I've got the T-shirt and everything, my reputation is quickly going to the dogs...I'm a sad bugger.

PS: I've actually got the bloody DVD but it's not the same as the little quicktime vid...;D

[BadCoverVersion]

Originally posted by Annie Hall Title:
The Minstrel Boy

Artist: Joe Strummer & The Mescaleros (from Black Hawk Down).

I don't really want to tag this just yet...any takers???

[BadCoverVersion]

Originally posted by BubbaStrangelove
Pulp "The Fear" - Wow! This song is really.... big. It's hard to explain, but, you know, it's really grand. I like songs that sound like this. It's much different than the Pulp I'm familar with. Great pick , BCV!

I wholeheartedly recommend the whole album Bub, "This is Hardcore" is probably their finest hour...theatrical, grand, seedy and quite unique. Glad you appreciated it.

[electriclite]

Originally posted by BadCoverVersion
I don't really want to tag this just yet...any takers???


I'll give it a whirl. Just lemme finish DL'ing. Not all of us are blessed with Hi-speed net access.

[electriclite]

Annie was right, this is depressing but in that very rousing, spiritual, romanticized way.

Must be an Irish song:D


This is just the kind of song I'd expect in a Bruckheimer produced film. The military drum beat running through the song, as well as the bag pipes which we usually here in funeral processions of police officers and fireman (men who sacrifice their lives for the public), it's all so blatantly patriotic, but nothing's wrong with that.

But the song is much more saddening since it's our dearly departed Joe Strummer delivering the vocals.




Ok, my turn:

Artist Boss Hog

Song Trouble

[bowieee]

I looked for this one on kazaa but no cigar. I'm going to download minstrel boy right now for fun. oh and Annie hall check out that siren song posted awhile ago its right up your alley.

[bowieee]

I miss Joe Strummer.

This song made me feel sad and fuzzy inside all at once. Very moving and somber yet its got Joes wonderful voice rising above it all to tell us the story of the minstrel. Thanks Annie.

[bowieee]

*Tag*

Got it downloading right now

[bowieee]

Trouble by Boss Hog

I liked this little ditty. For some reason I could totally see it playing behind an episode of Scooby Doo as Shaggy and scooby doo run away from some spooky villian. The lead singers voice is really nice and the music is great too.

I heard a request for more Nick Cave so I''ll get sappy here and put out one of his sappier tunes that still gets me by the throat

Nick Cave

Black Hair

[Annie Hall]

Originally posted by bowieee
oh and Annie hall check out that siren song posted awhile ago its right up your alley.

Thanks for suggesting it, bowieee...it is quite a beautiful song, and I wouldn't have found it if it weren't for your suggesting me look at SIREN's post. ;) Thanks, mate

[Annie Hall]

*TAG* on this one

[Annie Hall]

Interesting song, as I've said before...Nick Cave usually isn't my bag, but this is a very lovely song...and quite romantic in sound. Not at all like his usual music, which frankly scares me a bit at times ;). Nice pick, bowieee...this opened my mind up a bit to his music, perhaps I'll have to look for some more of his "sappier" songs (to use your words). I'll be listening to this one again. This is also one of the first times I've liked his voice...new stuff happenin' all over the place.

Here is a fun song that I enjoy...a lot of you will have heard this one, but hell, it's always a treat for me.

Song: Little Green Bag

Artist: George Baker Selection


...a bit of a change in tone from Minstrel Boy ;)

[paul calf]

tag

[paul calf]

how cool is this song,the intro just oozes class you feel like putting on shades and dressing in a black suit,but just as you start to relax it changes direction when the trumpets kick in followed by a great singalong chorus,and then the jazzy interlude takes us back to the shades and suits ,its a song full of twist and turns i can see why tarentino picked it for resevoir dogs it exudes cool and a bit of mischeif at the same time.
great song i enjoyed that, had heard it before but never knew what it was called or who it was by.

ok something a little more relaxing

deacon blue-dignity

a nice tune with a great story in the lyrics

[SIREN30]

tAG! WEEEHOOO I'm back in the saddle again!

[SIREN30]

Deacon Blue-Dignity

Very nice. Mellow and pleasantly reminiscent of some of the good eighties bands like The Outfield. I liked the lyrics (quite nostalic) and thought the melody was catchy and singable (always a plus for me). I'll definitely be checking this band out again. Thanks Paul.

Next Pick

My favorite RHCP song, often overlooked (crank it up baby!)

Taste the Pain
Red Hot Chili Peppers

[Annie Hall]

*TAG*

[Annie Hall]

Wow, this song was utterly and completely crazy...brilliant choice, Siren. It was (how I hate using this word) a bit "trippy", which I really enjoyed. I'll certainly be listening to this'n when I can crank up the song and not be yelled at for making noise. Am I the only one who wants to hook up some lava lamps and have a party? Great choice, thanks Siren.

Here's a song that's a bit different....if you tend to dislike the popular songs from this band (Crash, Space Between...etc.) (which unfortunately many schmoes do), then I would suggest giving this one a chance.

Song: The Best of What's Around

Band: Dave Matthews Band

...not my all-time favorite by DMB, but it is a really great song.

[paul calf]

tag

[paul calf]

well i have not really heard that much of this band so have not really been able to form much of an opinion,but this is a nice relaxing mellow tune,he has a really distinctive voice that really suits the song although it will take a few listens to,to really make out a lot of the lyrics but what you can make out is really good.
the music is very good too a few twists and changes in their and the sax solo near the end is really nice,you just dont get much sax these days in music and it is a great instrument in the right tune.perfect fodder for sitting around reading the papers and having playing in the background.the vertion i am listening to is a live one so that is a bonus too,the guy can really sing his stuff.

ok i have been trying to push my fave bands on people in here(if bcv can push pulp,then i am pushin the roses) so here's another of their's,this one is very unlike anything else they have done and the guitar solo at the end is the best i have ever heard live.

so here it is
the stone roses-i am the resurrection

[SIREN30]

*TAG*

[SIREN30]

I am the ressurection / The stone roses


Well, I downloaded this twice because the first version was live and I could barely hear the vocals. But it was also kinda misleading because it sounded like a lot more of a rock song live, maybe it was the really good guitar solo at the end. Anyway, when I downloaded the album version I was a little dissapointed since it seemed to be a bit more like the english pop of the 60's that I've never been a big fan of. However, it was catchy and I love that I finally heard this band since I've been hearing of them forever. The end of the song made me want to get my go-go boots out...not a bad thing but not exactly my cup-o'-tea either. I'd wager they're better live, huh?


Since I'm trying to do a male/female/male/female thing I'll switch to a sweet little tune I've always loved by one of my very favorite artists of all time. Her lyrics mean so much to me.

Next Pick:

A Case of You by Joni Mitchell

[Psychocandy]

TAG

[Psychocandy]

Joni Mitchell - A Case Of You...

This is the good stuff. A fragile guitar line and beautiful voice singing a song that relates a tale of love gone wrong that is lyrically poetic and enormously affecting. I've never heard Joni Mitchell before (that i'm aware of) but this is simply gorgeous and from this one song I am able to glean the notion that she has been a massive influence on many of the female singer/songwriters that I love.. I'll be buying the "Blue" album upon which the track features. Thanks Siren60. I'm always up for a little bit of education.

As for my choice...shit, this is tough.

Band - Afghan Whigs

Song - What Jail Is Like

[The Postmaster General]

I'm still looking, Psycho!

[SIREN30]

I was gonna tag this but can't find the song on Kazaa or Winmx...you might want to switch your song?

[Psychocandy]

That's odd. I checked frequently with both Kazaa and WinMX before choosing my song and found it every time. If no one has found it within the next hour or so then i'll change it.

[paul calf]

tag its downloading for me

[paul calf]

i liked this the lyrics were very clear and deliberatly well thought out,starts off very smoothly a bit reminicent to an rem kind of sound but it soon breaks out into its own sound,the piano sets it out from a lot of songs of this type gives it a different sound completly,the singers voice goes very well with the song,and just when you think it is playing it safe a rousing chorus kicks in backed up by some great drummin.
i liked this a lot never heard of them before.

and my choice is

gomez,whippin piccadilly

if you put it into kazaa like that it should come out first time i have checked

[Romero&Juliet]

TAG! be back in two shakes of a lamb's tail.

[Romero&Juliet]

Gomez are pop craft that hasn't been matched in a looooong time. Hate to compare them to anyone, but there are WAYY too many resemblances to newer Blur. The over production, which seems wayy out of place here, is my only complaint with the song. Its seems silly to go all out in space when you're dealing with music that'd sound best out of the back of a pick up truck..!

Either way, piccadilly, in all its fake cactus boogie glory, comes across as easy-going, rootsy...FUN. Looove that shit.



lets go for an oldie:


Lonnie Jonson & Victoria Spivey- Dope Head Blues

[bowieee]

I'm back from work and ready to download!

But...

I can't find a trace of this song nor its title anywhere on kazaa :(

[bowieee]

Originally posted by Annie Hall
Interesting song, as I've said before...Nick Cave usually isn't my bag, but this is a very lovely song...and quite romantic in sound. Not at all like his usual music, which frankly scares me a bit at times ;). Nice pick, bowieee...this opened my mind up a bit to his music, perhaps I'll have to look for some more of his "sappier" songs (to use your words). I'll be listening to this one again. This is also one of the first times I've liked his voice...new stuff happenin' all over the place.

Here is a fun song that I enjoy...a lot of you will have heard this one, but hell, it's always a treat for me.

Song: Little Green Bag

Artist: George Baker Selection


...a bit of a change in tone from Minstrel Boy ;)


Pretty much all of the boatmans call is sappy in a good way. I would start there on your journey to discovering more Nick Cave Annie.

[Romero&Juliet]

FUCK! I had it on kazaa a second ago.. that SUCKS.


okay, try Claire, By Fairground Attraction. :)

[bowieee]

Ok played catch up just to see all the new music everyone has put out there.

Whippin, Gomez. I really like this song. It's unique and catchy. It is making its way to my play list for awhile!

What Jail is like, Afghan Whigs. Nice Guitars and a voice screeching above the warbles and crashes that all comes together into one very enjoyable package. Especially like the piano pounding away in the background. Adds that special touch.

A Case of You, Joni Mitchel. Joni, Joni, Joni. What a voice. It's like a bird singing to you about all the beautiful things its seen. Plus the song mentions Canada. I'm a big fan of Canada so that automatically qualifies this one for an A in my book.


I am the Ressurection, Stone Roses.
This sounds kind of like belle and sebastian yet not. A charming little song that makes me wish for sunny days and a big grassy field to lay in and listen to it to.

Taste the Pain, RHCP. Ah RHCP. One of the best bands I have ever seen live. Watching flea hitting his base as john wails on his guitar and anthony crooning into the mic is close to a heavenly experience. This is a classic song with a funk filled backbone and good lyrics. Anthony is a excellent lyricst and alot of people over look that for the funk and I think thats a shame.

Deacon Blue, Dignity. This song sounds like a cooler solo paul simon. Very mellow yet the singer comes across with a presense that made me wan to listen closer to what he wanted to say. A perfect driving up into the mountains song. :)

Little green Bag, George Baker: Where are my sunglasses when i need them. Reminded me to wash the blood off my black suit :)
Anyways a classic song that could bring the cool out of even richard simmons.

[countchocula]

I can't find "Claire." I hope she's OK. God, that was a pitiful attempt at humor.

[bowieee]

Originally posted by Romero&Juliet
FUCK! I had it on kazaa a second ago.. that SUCKS.


okay, try Claire, By Fairground Attraction. :)

I got like 20 songs by them but no claire turned up, maybe its just where I'm at.

[Romero&Juliet]

errrrrg~!

Okay, try Terraplane Blues, By Robert Johnson.

[bowieee]

Tag!

[bowieee]

Robert Johnson is a blue god. Putting on his records is a one way ticket to musical heaven. It's amazing how big of an impact this guy had on blues when you look at the small amount of songs he actually recorded. Oh and I really like this song. John lee hooker played it live and I almost pooped my pants. An amazing moment in my concert history. Great pick Romero!

A little female folk song:

Crazy Mary

by Victoria Williams ( NOT the pearl jam version where they sing with her, its ok but nowhere near like the original) :)

[paul calf]

one more tag before i go to bed

[Romero&Juliet]

Originally posted by bowieee
Robert Johnson is a blue god. Putting on his records is a one way ticket to musical heaven. It's amazing how big of an impact this guy had on blues when you look at the small amount of songs he actually recorded. Oh and I really like this song. John lee hooker played it live and I almost pooped my pants. An amazing moment in my concert history. Great pick Romero!



FUUUUCKK.. I STILL cant get over the fact that you got to see the madman himself in concert..I would've fucking DIED if I ever even got to see him while he was still around.

Glad you enjoyed the track, Bowieee.

I'm actually a bit of a snob when it comes To Johnson.. there's too many people who simply cant get into it.. lol, I try not to talk to those people very often. ;)

Terraplane is one of his off the wall songs.. Such a Shameless double entrendre was even discouraged then..

"flash your lights, mama. This horn wont even blow.


Crazy Mary ROCKS.. I'm not gonna tag, cause I know it well. I'll leave it for someone else to enjoy.
Bonnie Koloc's version is enough to give you a seizure..

[paul calf]

i liked this very easy listening,real summer's day song lying around with a few beers,the lyrics are very simple but deep,nice flowing guitars nothing fancy just enough to move the song along and keep it going at a nice pace.i will keep this one in my folder for a while i think.



right seing as my last deacon blue song went down well i will try another completly different from the first,they are one of the most underated bands around imo so try.

cover from the sky by deacon blue

[bowieee]

Tag.

[bowieee]

Deacon Blue, Cover from the sky.

A very mellow tune. Slowly moves along like water flowing down a stream. The lyrics are nice and straightfoward and the voice stands out very well. It was a little long to my taste but still a nice piece of work thanks paul :)

I just noticed Ive been referencing nature in alot of my reviews lately. I think I need a vacation :D

lets give Cat Power another chance, she didn't go over well in the SOTW threads but I can't let your opinion go out on her like that:

Cat Power

Werewolf
(Download any of the avaible versions out there. There is a copy off her upcoming album floating around there as well as some live bootlegs all are good) :)

[Psychocandy]

TAG

[Psychocandy]

Cat Power - Werewolf

A number of months ago...before the reorganisation of the boards...before the music board existed...there was a thread in the General Horror forum on the subject of what music tickled which schmoes fancy. Before it was shut down I took note of several recommendations made by several schmoes and made haste to check 'em out. So I bought the Moon Pix album by Cat Power. I then proceeded to listen to it a couple of times before filing it under "to be checked out again later when i'm in a more appropriate mood". I don't know why it didn't click with me immediately. It just didn't. I then proceeded to forget that I owned it. A couple of days ago I was digging through a bunch of CDs looking for something to play and rediscovered it. Upon playing it I also discovered that I was in the right kind of mood to enjoy it. So I was quite pleased to see Bowiee had chosen a Cat Power track for this thread. Werewolf is all gently plucked guitar and intimate vocals. Her fragile voice brings to mind a female version of Will Oldham (Palace, Bonnie "Prince" Billy...) as do the lyrics. Bowiee...you should seriously give some thought to seeking out some Will Oldham, Palace (or Palace Brothers as they are sometimes known) or Bonnie "Prince" Billy stuff. If you like this Cat Power song then I think you will definitely get a kick out of Oldham's weird lo-fi musings.

As for my choice...hmm, let me think...

Band - ...And You Will Know Us By The Trail Of The Dead

Song - Relative Ways

[paul calf]

'tag'

[paul calf]

again i had never heard of this band but i will definatly be looking out for some more of them,very 80's sounding ,i love this kind of guitar based music,this sounds like it would be a great live track,a nice beat and great guitar rhythm carried along with some nice drummin.the only thing i was'nt so hot on was the end which got a little repetitious.


ok lets try a little bit of early stuff

echo and the bunnymen

the cutter

[Annie Hall]

TAG

[Annie Hall]

Echo and the Bunnymen-The Cutter

This song is so much fun to hear. I really enjoyed everything about it, especially the style. I'm certainly looking forward to being able to re-listen to this one. How idiotic I must look, sitting at my computer dancing to this song...but...I do not forsee myself stopping listening to it anytime soon. Just a joy to listen to, and I cannot really pinpoint why. Great pick, Paul.

Now, before I give my pick, I must say that I'll go through my music and think "that's a great one, I bet..." and then I realize that it is a song I've gotten off of this game or the SOTW threads. :rolleyes: Typical of me.

Anyway, here is my pick. Although this song is strange by most definition, there is something oddly attractive about it.

Band: The Shins

Song: Caring is Creepy

[Psychocandy]

Tag

[bowieee]

Originally posted by Psychocandy
Cat Power - Werewolf

A number of months ago...before the reorganisation of the boards...before the music board existed...there was a thread in the General Horror forum on the subject of what music tickled which schmoes fancy. Before it was shut down I took note of several recommendations made by several schmoes and made haste to check 'em out. So I bought the Moon Pix album by Cat Power. I then proceeded to listen to it a couple of times before filing it under "to be checked out again later when i'm in a more appropriate mood". I don't know why it didn't click with me immediately. It just didn't. I then proceeded to forget that I owned it. A couple of days ago I was digging through a bunch of CDs looking for something to play and rediscovered it. Upon playing it I also discovered that I was in the right kind of mood to enjoy it. So I was quite pleased to see Bowiee had chosen a Cat Power track for this thread. Werewolf is all gently plucked guitar and intimate vocals. Her fragile voice brings to mind a female version of Will Oldham (Palace, Bonnie "Prince" Billy...) as do the lyrics. Bowiee...you should seriously give some thought to seeking out some Will Oldham, Palace (or Palace Brothers as they are sometimes known) or Bonnie "Prince" Billy stuff. If you like this Cat Power song then I think you will definitely get a kick out of Oldham's weird lo-fi musings.

As for my choice...hmm, let me think...

Band - ...And You Will Know Us By The Trail Of The Dead

Song - Relative Ways

That was me who reccomended the cat power cd :D I'm glad she eventually grew on you. Moon Pix is a great album. The musicians backing her up are from the dirty three. The same band who collaborated with low and backed up nick cave on The boatmans call.

I downloaded songs by will oldham, palace, and Bonnie Prince Belly. I really really liked what I heard. Right now I'm listening to I see a darkness and its moody, somber, and touching. Thanks Psychocandy :)

Oh and because you had suggested Jesus and Mary chain over in the horror forums discussion areas so much I decided to check them out. I really liked the greatest hits cd I had picked up. Just a little thank you I forgot to pass on.

[Psychocandy]

The Shins - Caring Is Creepy

Liked this one immediately. Sounding midway between 60's psychedelia and indie rock this a superbly percussive little song with some wonderfully impenetrable lyrics and a superb synth hook that repeats throughout. I'd never heard of these guys before and was surprised to discover that they are a recent addition to the Sub Pop roster that spawned Mudhoney, Nirvana and a host of other "grunge" acts. This is great stuff and another worthwhile discovery that i'm going to have to act upon. I can see their debut album making it's way into my collection before long.

Band - Lambchop

Song - The Butcher Boy

[Psychocandy]

Originally posted by bowieee
That was me who reccomended the cat power cd :D I'm glad she eventually grew on you. Moon Pix is a great album. The musicians backing her up are from the dirty three. The same band who collaborated with low and backed up nick cave on The boatmans call.

I downloaded songs by will oldham, palace, and Bonnie Prince Belly. I really really liked what I heard. Right now I'm listening to I see a darkness and its moody, somber, and touching. Thanks Psychocandy :)

Oh and because you had suggested Jesus and Mary chain over in the horror forums discussion areas so much I decided to check them out. I really liked the greatest hits cd I had picked up. Just a little thank you I forgot to pass on.

Yeah...I thought it was your good self who made with the Cat Power reccomendation. Cheers.

Under his many monikers Will Oldham has quite a substantial back catalogue (one i've only got about half of) and it's all good stuff.

Glad you liked the Mary Chain. They will always have a special place in my heart because they opened my eyes and ears to a world of music that I didn't even know existed. I hope that the Greatest Hits CD leads you to check out some of the albums. They are all good and many of their best songs ain't on the "21 Singles" CD.

[bowieee]

Tag

alot of people have told me about lambchop but I never got a chance to listen to them. Nows my chance.

[Psychocandy]

Originally posted by bowieee
Tag

alot of people have told me about lambchop but I never got a chance to listen to them. Nows my chance.

Bear in mind though that this song, although excellent, is in no way typical of Lambchop. Lambchop songs usually operate on a far quieter and way more sedate level than this song. This song though is one of my faves though...not least because I saw Kurt Wagner (the guiding force behind Lambchop) live and this was the song he closed his set with. It was a solo acoustic performance but he tore the shit out of this song and left the audience wide-eyed and amazed.

[bowieee]

This is right up my alley. The music in the background accentuates the song perfectly. The song slowly unraveles its tale while the music grinds in the background as the perfect backdrop. I really liked this one Psychocandy. I really have to check out more from these guys. Don't they back up someone famous on an album? I remember seeing a cd where they collaborated with someone big. hmmm I'll try to remember who it was.


On this next pick I was introduced to this song when bowie played it live at his show. But instead of taking lead vocals he had his bassist Gail take lead and he did background vocals. I fell in love with the song and then tracked down the original artist. She turned out to be one of the biggest art performance artists of all time. Now about 6 cds, one concert viewing and a box set later I'm still a fan.

The song: O Superman

The Artist: Laurie Anderson

[SubMethod]

Ill *Tag this one

downloading now

[SubMethod]

Well, I downloaded the song and was anxious to hear what I was in for. I listened to it all the way through and I don't know if I like it or not. This is defenitely a song that I would have to be in a certain mood for. It is a good song I admit that but I just don't think I was in the right mood to thoroughly enjoy it.

Song: The Big Surprise

Artist: The Elms

[paul calf]

tag

[bowieee]

Originally posted by SubMethod
Well, I downloaded the song and was anxious to hear what I was in for. I listened to it all the way through and I don't know if I like it or not. This is defenitely a song that I would have to be in a certain mood for. It is a good song I admit that but I just don't think I was in the right mood to thoroughly enjoy it.

Song: The Big Surprise

Artist: The Elms


I know what you mean about having to be in the right mood. Her stuff can be quite strange sometimes. :)

I just downloaded The Elms for fun. The guy kind of scared me when he said he was hiding behind my sofa. *shudder*. A decent story but kind of sounds like an ode to a stalker. :) also just wanted to add the build up to the song grows on you. The singing becaomes more and more fevered and you feel the emotions the singer is sending out. Thanks Submethod!

[paul calf]

i liked this nice acoustic start moves you into the song slowly,then it gears up and the singer really kicks in, great lyrics although a little creepy ,and a bit of orchestra thrown in for good measure i will keep this on my play list for a while.not a lot more i can say just that i liked it thanx

ok one of my fave bands very underrated imo


embrace and the song fireworks

[bowieee]

Tag

[bowieee]

Ahhhh nice intro. Wow. :)

This song really dragged me in right away. I really like the string instruments and the humming mixed in with the song. Very easy on the ears yet not boring or shallow. Paul I think this is my favorite of everything you suggested so far. Thank you, I am going to search for more by this band when I get home tomorrow.

Next Pick: A Little depressing music by the master himself.



Dress Rehearsal Rag

Leanord Cohen

[Annie Hall]

TAG

[Annie Hall]

Gorgeous song, bowieee. Absolutely perfect for my tastes, depressing but not overbearing, rather "unprofessional" sounding vocals but still haunting. Simple but disturbing....love it love it love it. Thanks for suggesting it, I'll certainly be listening to this one again.

Song: The Model

Band: Belle and Sebastian (did you think I could hold off for long?)

[paul calf]

Originally posted by bowieee
Ahhhh nice intro. Wow. :)

This song really dragged me in right away. I really like the string instruments and the humming mixed in with the song. Very easy on the ears yet not boring or shallow. Paul I think this is my favorite of everything you suggested so far. Thank you, I am going to search for more by this band when I get home tomorrow.

Next Pick: A Little depressing music by the master himself.



Dress Rehearsal Rag

Leanord Cohen

glad you liked them bowiee i have loved this band from their first cd,but they have never really been able to break through which has always suprised me considering the amount of rubbish that is about,but if you like that one try

all you good good people
the good will out
wonder
come back to what you know
my weakness is none of your business

[paul calf]

*tag*

[paul calf]

i am becoming a bit of a belle and sebastian fan these days i am going to have to buy a couple of cd's because they write some really nice stuff,this particular tune was no different,really nice tune and lyrics that flowed together really nicely,the singer is very poetic in the way he sings and has a very distinctive voice,i am going to have to go and get some stuff by these.


ok what next

group-the verve
song-history

a really emotional song written about his ex girlfriend

[Psychocandy]

Paul Calf...

Got to agree with you 100% with regards to Embrace. They deserved a lot more success than they achieved. I absolutely adore their first album "The Good Will Out" and "Drawn From Memory" was another corker. I haven't actually had a chance to buy their third album as of yet but intend to rectify the situation immediately. A great band brought low by a combination of idiotic critics and public indifferance. Fucking shame.

[Psychocandy]

Oh...and TAG!!!

[Psychocandy]

Verve - History...

I've always found the works of both The Verve and their now solo lead singer Richard Ashcroft to be variable in terms of quality. This song, however, epitomises all that is good about Ashcroft's muse and his bandmates music when they are suitably inspired. It's a beautifully crafted and wonderfully affecting piece of symphonic rock that in lesser hands would come across as pompous. I'll always be a bigger fan of The Verve pre-Northern Soul (I found the good/bad song ratio to be about 50/50 on this album and the trend continued with it's successor, Urban Hymns). Good choice Calfboy.

Hmm...let's see...what next...

Band - A House

Song - Endless Art

[bowieee]

Originally posted by paul calf
i am becoming a bit of a belle and sebastian fan these days i am going to have to buy a couple of cd's because they write some really nice stuff,this particular tune was no different,really nice tune and lyrics that flowed together really nicely,the singer is very poetic in the way he sings and has a very distinctive voice,i am going to have to go and get some stuff by these.


ok what next

group-the verve
song-history

a really emotional song written about his ex girlfriend

Paul you don't have any leanord cohen cds yet? As soon as humanly possible go discover everything this man has ever done. The man is a legend! I think you would really like his later stuff. Actually I guarantee it. I'm definetly going to download more embrace songs.

*TAG*

[bowieee]

Actually scratch that tag I can't find any songs by that band anywhere. :(

[Psychocandy]

Damn...I found it on Kazaa but I didn't get a lot of hits (one actually) so perhaps it's a little obscure...

Let's try again...

Artist - Ryan Adams

Song - Damn, Sam (I Love A Woman That Rains)

[paul calf]

Originally posted by bowieee
Paul you don't have any leanord cohen cds yet? As soon as humanly possible go discover everything this man has ever done. The man is a legend! I think you would really like his later stuff. Actually I guarantee it. I'm definetly going to download more embrace songs.

*TAG*
i dont have anything by leonard cohen but what i have heard i have enjoyed i really need to buy some of his stuff along with a bit of belle and sebastien,thats why i like this thread it is opening up my musical education all the time.

[bowieee]

Tag

[bowieee]

Originally posted by paul calf
i dont have anything by leonard cohen but what i have heard i have enjoyed i really need to buy some of his stuff along with a bit of belle and sebastien,thats why i like this thread it is opening up my musical education all the time.

For belle and sebastian check out Tiger Milk and fox in the snow. Both albums are pretty much chockfull of the best of their work. The boy with the arab strap is decent but has some weak parts and after that IMO it all went downhill reallly fast.

For Leanord Cohen I think you will really like his later stuff. Try checking out the MORE greatests hits album and if you like that all the albums are good. Same goes for his earlier stuff the greatest hits album is a good place to start.

[Annie Hall]

Originally posted by paul calf
i dont have anything by leonard cohen but what i have heard i have enjoyed i really need to buy some of his stuff along with a bit of belle and sebastien,thats why i like this thread it is opening up my musical education all the time.

In regards to Belle & Sebastian...I agree with bowieee, get Tigermilk above all else, it probably has the best collection of the span of their work. But, I also really enjoy If You're Feeling Sinister. It has some of my favorite songs of theirs.

[bowieee]

VERY good song. The Lyrics are well thought out and touching without being cheesy, and Ryans voice is great. I've been meaning to check this guy out due to word of mouth and it looks like I just got the chance. His verbal imagery is excellent. I'm listening to it for the second time right now and enjoying it very much. Thanks Psychocandy.

Artist: Jonathan Richman

Song: Summer feeling

[SubMethod]

Originally posted by Psychocandy
Damn...I found it on Kazaa but I didn't get a lot of hits (one actually) so perhaps it's a little obscure...

Let's try again...

Artist - Ryan Adams

Song - Damn, Sam (I Love A Woman That Rains)

I have had this song on my playlist for a while now. Ryan Adams really is a great folk rock artist, and this song is one of his best.

[bowieee]

oops sorry paul I meant if your feeling sinister. Thanks Annie. Fox in the snow is a song off that album and for some reason I always get the titles mixed up. Annies right. If your feeling Sinister is a masterpiece.

[Annie Hall]

I'm searching, bowieee, but I cannot find your song as of yet.

[SIREN30]

*tag*

[SIREN30]

Summer Feeling-Jonathan Richman

I really enjoy Jonathan Richman, mainly because his voice and lyrics always remind me of summertime (surprise!) and the first time I heard 'hot nights' on the no alternative compilation. I really like his lyrics and their simplicity and the fact that he doesnt attempt to out-sing himself is also a plus. This is a breezy, quirky song that also suits his style. I think I remember hearing it in 'there's something about mary' but I'm not sure. I loved his presence in that movie...fun stuff.



Speaking of feel-good music,

Next Pick

Spinal Meningitis-Ween (one song won't aquaint you fully with ween. If anybody likes this, let me know. I'd love to recommend a few others)

[Psychocandy]

Tag

[Psychocandy]

Ween - Spinal Meningitis (Got Me Down)...

Although not wholly unfamiliar with Ween's schtick i've never really investigated beyond the few videos of theirs that MTV have played in the years since the band's inception. The reason for my lack of interest is partly due to a sneaking suspicion that as a result of not taking themselves seriously they sometimes come across as a bit of a novelty act. That and the fact that "Push The Li'll Daisies" almost made me invest in a handgun so I could put holes in my TV next time MTV played it. This particular track although nowhere near as goddamn irritating as "Daisies" has done nothing to dispel my worries about their novelty value. The lyrics are wholly unappealing also. Quirky songs about serious illnesses generally don't rock my boat. There's no doubt in my mind that there is talent there. It just isn't talent that I recognise. So sorry. Gotta be a thumbs down on this one.

For my next choice...

Band - The Delgados

Song - No Danger

[paul calf]

*tag*

[SIREN30]

Originally posted by Psychocandy
Ween - Spinal Meningitis (Got Me Down)...

Although not wholly unfamiliar with Ween's schtick i've never really investigated beyond the few videos of theirs that MTV have played in the years since the band's inception. The reason for my lack of interest is partly due to a sneaking suspicion that as a result of not taking themselves seriously they sometimes come across as a bit of a novelty act. That and the fact that "Push The Li'll Daisies" almost made me invest in a handgun so I could put holes in my TV next time MTV played it. This particular track although nowhere near as goddamn irritating as "Daisies" has done nothing to dispel my worries about their novelty value. The lyrics are wholly unappealing also. Quirky songs about serious illnesses generally don't rock my boat. There's no doubt in my mind that there is talent there. It just isn't talent that I recognise. So sorry. Gotta be a thumbs down on this one.

For my next choice...

Band - The Delgados

Song - No Danger



I definitely understand the lack of interst in Ween. This song is one of their attempts at morbid humor. They are an aquired taste though I believe their songs are more a product of experimental drug use than the desire to be novelty. Just to humor me (and yourself too) I want you to download 'Piss Up A Rope' and 'Freedom of '76' so you can see why fans of Ween are as diverse as their music. Believe me, you won't believe it's the same band. Let me know what you think. Surely didnt mean to offend but your opinion really interests me...don't leave me hangin'!

:D

[paul calf]

this is the best song i have had reccomended on here IMO i had heard good things about this band but never sampled anything until now this is great.
a really nice easy intro of violins and piano takes you easy into the song,then a nice slow vocal kicks in,clear and consice lyrics until the guitars and drums speed it along into a great singalong chorus,i really liked this ,another band i have to investigate further.
thanx psycho:D

ok this is a bit different from me but i like this song.

kirsty maccoll
walking down madison
i love kirsty's accoustic stuff but this is completly different from her usual,music lost a great artist when she died .

[SIREN30]

*TAG*

[SIREN30]

kIRSTy mACCOLL-Walking Down Madison

i LOVE this. She has such a unique voice. I'm sure I've heard it many times. I just can't think of where and it's driving me crazy. What band was she with before she was solo? Or was she? Urgh! Anyway, this is a nice catchy rhythym that dances along almost like a Luscious Jackson tune at first but coupled w/ her vocals, it really belongs in a class by itself. I don't like the male vocal that kind of hepcats around in the middle but that's just me. I prefer her sweet voice to be 'unmarred', as it were. Thanks so much for recommending this. I'm searching thru Kazaa now for some more of her tunes...

Next Pick:

The Cranes-Everywhere
(one of my favorite songs of the early 90's and a great representation of this band's gothic appeal)

[paul calf]

Originally posted by SIREN30
kIRSTy mACCOLL-Walking Down Madison

i LOVE this. She has such a unique voice. I'm sure I've heard it many times. I just can't think of where and it's driving me crazy. What band was she with before she was solo? Or was she? Urgh! Anyway, this is a nice catchy rhythym that dances along almost like a Luscious Jackson tune at first but coupled w/ her vocals, it really belongs in a class by itself. I don't like the male vocal that kind of hepcats around in the middle but that's just me. I prefer her sweet voice to be 'unmarred', as it were. Thanks so much for recommending this. I'm searching thru Kazaa now for some more of her tunes...

Next Pick:

The Cranes-Everywhere
(one of my favorite songs of the early 90's and a great representation of this band's gothic appeal)
if you are looking for more of kirsty's songs try new england,and there's a guy works down the chipshop swears he's elvis

[SIREN30]

It was THE POGUES! That's where I've heard her before! She sang some songs with them! I loved the Pogues...completely forgot about them for a while. I just downloaded A New England...love it...thanks!:D

[paul calf]

Originally posted by SIREN30
It was THE POGUES! That's where I've heard her before! She sang some songs with them! I loved the Pogues...completely forgot about them for a while. I just downloaded A New England...love it...thanks!:D
yeah fairytale in newyork the best xmas song of all time imo

[paul calf]

i was waiting to see if anyone was going to tag yours but no takers so i will.

[Psychocandy]

Originally posted by paul calf
yeah fairytale in newyork the best xmas song of all time imo

Yup. Easily the best Xmas song ever. Nothing else comes close.

BTW...if you liked the Delgados track then you should definitely check out the album upon which that particular song resided. The Great Eastern is, from start to finish, one of the finest albums i've heard. If you check it out let me know what you think.

[SIREN30]

Is anybody gonna tag my song?:(

Oh yeah, and Psychocandy did you see my Ween recommendations above? I just wanted to see what you thought of some of their markedly different stuff. Some of it is hilarious.

[paul calf]

The Cranes-Everywhere
this was ok,but reminded me of lots of other songs to be honest,the music and the singer was good it just was'nt highly original,i could imagine this on and american pie soundtrack,it was good just not great imo.


ok what next
the charletons
one to another ,

a great track from a great band

[Psychocandy]

Originally posted by SIREN30
Is anybody gonna tag my song?:(

Oh yeah, and Psychocandy did you see my Ween recommendations above? I just wanted to see what you thought of some of their markedly different stuff. Some of it is hilarious.

Yeah. Is spotted that. I'm already familiar with "Freedom of '76" and it didn't really appeal to me either. I'll try "Piss Up A Rope" when I get home tomorrow night.

I didn't tag it but I did download your Cranes suggestions and it's a cracking little song. It's got a hint of The Cure circa their "Disintigration" album (it's all about doom laden synths) and the persistant guitat line that runs throughout the song reminds me of "Cannonball" by The Breeders. It's a cracking little song. I always did like The Cranes but for one reason or another didn't really get beyond buying a couple of singles. Assuming you are a big fan can you recommend any particular album as their best and i'll try to hunt it down on Ebay? Cheers.

[SIREN30]

Originally posted by paul calf
The Cranes-Everywhere
this was ok,but reminded me of lots of other songs to be honest,the music and the singer was good it just was'nt highly original,i could imagine this on and american pie soundtrack,it was good just not great imo.


ok what next
the charletons
one to another ,

a great track from a great band

It means a little more when you know that the Cranes were doing it long before anyone else. It had to start somewhere and I feel it's much darker than the obnoxious imitations that are more recent. Her voice is so eerily little-girl-like it threatens me...ha. But, you can't win them all. ;)

I'll leave this one for someone else to tag. I really don't like the charletons...sorry. :) But I haven't heard this one so I might listen to it later. Lovin' this game.

[SIREN30]

Originally posted by Psychocandy
Yeah. Is spotted that. I'm already familiar with "Freedom of '76" and it didn't really appeal to me either. I'll try "Piss Up A Rope" when I get home tomorrow night.

I didn't tag it but I did download your Cranes suggestions and it's a cracking little song. It's got a hint of The Cure circa their "Disintigration" album (it's all about doom laden synths) and the persistant guitat line that runs throughout the song reminds me of "Cannonball" by The Breeders. It's a cracking little song. I always did like The Cranes but for one reason or another didn't really get beyond buying a couple of singles. Assuming you are a big fan can you recommend any particular album as their best and i'll try to hunt it down on Ebay? Cheers.

It's the one that's yellow....oh dear, what's it called?...Forever? I think it's Forever. Anyway selections on it include Everywhere, Jewel, Far Away, Clear, and other amazing tracks. I bought this without ever having heard but one song and ended up loving the whole thing. Enjoy.

[paul calf]

Originally posted by SIREN30
It means a little more when you know that the Cranes were doing it long before anyone else. It had to start somewhere and I feel it's much darker than the obnoxious imitations that are more recent. Her voice is so eerily little-girl-like it threatens me...ha. But, you can't win them all. ;)

I'll leave this one for someone else to tag. I really don't like the charletons...sorry. :) But I haven't heard this one so I might listen to it later. Lovin' this game.

yeah i listened to it again a few times,and it is pretty good and like you said it was probably one of the first,so maybe its the copys and soundalikes from now that have turned me against this type of tune for now

[Annie Hall]

bowieee, you *must* suggest some more Leonard Cohen songs to me...I'm hooked on the one you suggested a day or so ago. It's splendid.

[SIREN30]

Originally posted by Annie Hall
bowieee, you *must* suggest some more Leonard Cohen songs to me...I'm hooked on the one you suggested a day or so ago. It's splendid.

I'm so glad you like Leonard Cohen. He's one of the best songwriters ever. I didnt see which song bowiee recommended but my favorites are The Partisan, Suzanne, Everybody Knows (which is also amazingly covered by Concrete Blonde),Famous Blue Raincoat, and Hey, That's No Way to Say Goodbye. Enjoy and I'm sure bowiee has some other suggestions.

[SIREN30]

*tag* by the way. I guess I'll take this one.

[SIREN30]

The Charlatans-One To Another

Back when I was a youngun' I went to see the Charlatans live and they were so obnoxious that I've never cared to listen to them since. They were just one of those bands that insulted the audience by saying since it was tennessee, we must really know nothing about music...pretty damn untrue. Musically, they aren't awful and listening to this song reminds me that they are actually much better than most bands getting airplay today. Even though his voice is still not to my taste, this song is much more so and I'm glad I heard it. Kind of an uptempo song that could use a good guitar solo but doesnt suffer too much for the lack thereof.


Next Pick:

Dinosaur Jr.-Start Choppin' (One of the more fun songs of the soundtrack of my life. This album was ALWAYS in my tape player when I was dating my husband and reminds me of summertime and beautiful trees)

[Annie Hall]

*TAG*

[Annie Hall]

This song is one I feel will grow on me the more I listen to it. Even the second listen was better than the first. Certainly a song I could see associating with various memories from this point in my life, down the line somewhere. It's got a great beat and the singing is right on target, but something about it leaves me a bit off. I'll have to keep listening to this one to really know what I think, but as of now I'm enjoying it.

Here is one that incidentially, I believe was originally done by Leonard Cohen.

Song: Hallelujah
Artist: Rufus Wainwright


PS. Siren, thanks for all of the Leonard Cohen suggestions!

[Psychocandy]

TAG

[Psychocandy]

Rufus Wainwright - Hallelujah

I'm very familiar with this particular song having long worshipped Jeff Buckley's wonderful cover version from his Grace album. Although not quite as affecting as Buckley's version this is indeed an excellent rendition of one of the most beautifully despairing songs ever written. I've long been intending to check out Wainwright. The longer this damn thread runs the more money i'm gonna have to spend expanding my musical horizons. I estimate i'll be broke before it hits 200 posts. Damn.

Anyway...next for consideration...

Band - Billy Bragg & Wilco

Song - Way Over Yonder In The Minor Key

[bowieee]

Originally posted by Annie Hall
bowieee, you *must* suggest some more Leonard Cohen songs to me...I'm hooked on the one you suggested a day or so ago. It's splendid.

Annie some great cohen songs:

Take This Waltz
Bird on the wire
In my secret life
Everybody knows
That's no way to say goodbye
closing time
Democracy
Singer must die

If you need more just let me know

[bowieee]

*Tag*

and psychocandy I second that on the money issue I found about 5 cd's iI want from this game.

[bowieee]

Billy Brag.... :)

The man always makes me want to grab a picket sign and fight for some random cause everytime I hear him. I always wanted to hear his stuff with Wilco. This song is really straightfoward and peaceful. It reminds me of when I was a little kid listening to ledbelly and woodie guthrie records. Plus Braggs voice always makes the song. Great pick Psychocandy! Thanks. :)

Next up..

More from Tom waits. It's my life long mission to convert as many fans as I can. :)

I don't wanna grow up

Tom Waits

This song would later be covered by the ramones.

[Psychocandy]

Originally posted by bowieee
Billy Brag.... :)

The man always makes me want to grab a picket sign and fight for some random cause everytime I hear him. I always wanted to hear his stuff with Wilco. This song is really straightfoward and peaceful. It reminds me of when I was a little kid listening to ledbelly and woodie guthrie records. Plus Braggs voice always makes the song. Great pick Psychocandy! Thanks. :)

Just in case you don't know and it's just a coincidence that you mentioned Woodie Guthrie. The album upon which this song resides is actually a collection of unrecorded Woodie Guthrie songs that were donated to Billy Bragg and Wilco by the Guthrie estate. The project has thus far spawned two albums (Mermaid Avenue Vol 1 & 2) and more recently a DVD (Man In The Sand) which is basically a documentary about the event leading up to the recording sessions and the actual sessions themselves. The most amazing thing is that apparently Woodie Guthrie only ever recorded about 10% of the songs he wrote. Upon his death hundreds of songs were discovered scribbled on pieces of paper and in the pages of many notebooks. Amazing. Anyway...both albums come with the highest recommendation I can possible give. I haven't got the DVD yet but I intend to.

[bowieee]

I heard about the song donation and thats what really peaked my interest in getting more into billy brag. The mermaid avenue cd's recieved nothing but huge amounts of praise thrown on them when they were first released. I just always put off buying the albums because I would always see some other cd that I would want. I'm sure that this floating around in my playlist will remind me to get those 2 albums now though.

[paul calf]

*tag*

[Psychocandy]

Originally posted by SIREN30
Next Pick:

Dinosaur Jr.-Start Choppin' (One of the more fun songs of the soundtrack of my life. This album was ALWAYS in my tape player when I was dating my husband and reminds me of summertime and beautiful trees)

Always a pleasure to make the aquaintance of another Dinosaur Jr fan. "Where You Been" is one of my top ten favorite albums of the Nineties. J Mascis is terribly underated as both a songwriter and musician. If you haven't already you should definitely treat yourself to his two albums as J Mascis & The Fog. They are called "More Light" and "Free So Free". The title track on "More Light" is stunningly intense. Basically it's like a storm of guitar feedback out of which Mascis' vocals slowly surface. It's at least a minute before you realise that that noise deep down in the mix is actually Mascis singing. Absolutely blinding.

[paul calf]

everytime i listen to tom waits i cannot help but smile,this guy sounds like your drunken grandad,his music is just so easy to listen too after having a few beers and just singing along.this one i have'nt heard before and is really fun,reminds me a bit of lee marvin for some reason or the guy who lives in the dustbin in sesame street,i am going to keep listening to this one for a while.and may even learn it for a pissed up kareoke session.:D

right my choice

right a new one for you to try

john squire

transatlantic near death experience

[Psychocandy]

Tag

[bowieee]

Originally posted by paul calf
everytime i listen to tom waits i cannot help but smile,this guy sounds like your drunken grandad,his music is just so easy to listen too after having a few beers and just singing along.this one i have'nt heard before and is really fun,reminds me a bit of lee marvin for some reason or the guy who lives in the dustbin in sesame street,i am going to keep listening to this one for a while.and may even learn it for a pissed up kareoke session.:D

right my choice

right a new one for you to try

john squire

transatlantic near death experience

Funny you should mention Lee Marvin. Tom waits and some friends started a club, I forget what they were called but their sole purpose was to sit and watch Lee Marvin movies. :D

[Psychocandy]

Having a bit of a problem finding this particular track on either Kazaa or WinMX. I am getting some hitsd on John Squire tracks from his recent album but no this one. Even then i'm only getting one or at the very most two sources for each song. It's kind of a matter of timing with these things though. I'll keep trying.

[paul calf]

i should have checked first i had a look cannot find it either try i miss you i found that on kazaa

[Psychocandy]

John Squire - I Miss You

Shades of Americana with this one. Although not technically a gifted singer I quite like his voice. It suits the song well. Full of character and I can see where the Bob Dylan comparisons came from. The song whilst not in the same league as anthing from the highpoint of his career that is the Stone Roses debut album (except perhaps for "Don't Stop", a song that always grated with me and I think the album would have benefited from it's absence) is better than about half of The Second Coming and pretty much anything from The Seahorses album (except Blinded By The Sun). However, it's not a strong enough song to make me buy the album. I'll keep trying to get Transatlantic Near Death Experience. I'm assuming that since that was your first choice from the album that it's a stronger song.

Anyway...here we go again...

Band - Whipping Boy

Track - Twinkle

(You may have to click "Search More" to find this one on Kazaa...but it is there)

[SIREN30]

Originally posted by Psychocandy
Always a pleasure to make the aquaintance of another Dinosaur Jr fan. "Where You Been" is one of my top ten favorite albums of the Nineties. J Mascis is terribly underated as both a songwriter and musician. If you haven't already you should definitely treat yourself to his two albums as J Mascis & The Fog. They are called "More Light" and "Free So Free". The title track on "More Light" is stunningly intense. Basically it's like a storm of guitar feedback out of which Mascis' vocals slowly surface. It's at least a minute before you realise that that noise deep down in the mix is actually Mascis singing. Absolutely blinding.

So wierd to have to go all the way to Scotland to find another Dinosaur Jr. fan. So few around here. Very underrated musician I agree. Very familiar with all his stuff, for the most part. Did you like the the 'furry little things' ep and the earlier stuff as well? And I loved Martin and Me. His version of Anticipation was so fun and kooky. Feel free to talk to me some more about him. Noone around HERE to do that with...:D

[SIREN30]

Oh, and tag

[bowieee]

Tried to find the song Psychocandy but ended up with nada. I tried like 4 times and still got nothing.

[bowieee]

Well someone got it I see :)

[SIREN30]

Actually, bowiee I thought I had it but it was a song called Train, not twinkle. ANything else?

[paul calf]

Originally posted by Psychocandy
John Squire - I Miss You

Shades of Americana with this one. Although not technically a gifted singer I quite like his voice. It suits the song well. Full of character and I can see where the Bob Dylan comparisons came from. The song whilst not in the same league as anthing from the highpoint of his career that is the Stone Roses debut album (except perhaps for "Don't Stop", a song that always grated with me and I think the album would have benefited from it's absence) is better than about half of The Second Coming and pretty much anything from The Seahorses album (except Blinded By The Sun). However, it's not a strong enough song to make me buy the album. I'll keep trying to get Transatlantic Near Death Experience. I'm assuming that since that was your first choice from the album that it's a stronger song.


a lot of people mention the bob dylan thing and i can see ittakes a bit of getting used to,and dont stop is very weak,but i am one of those freaky people who prefer the second coming,and did'nt mind the seahorses,the album is good in parts and a little disjointed in others,your right though i like the first song i mentioned better,i am going to see him on sunday night so will be able to check out his voice live.

[SIREN30]

I did what you said and clicked on Search More and everything but its still not coming up...sorry.

[Psychocandy]

Hmm. Perhaps it depends upon which server you get connected to or something. Ah well. Try this instead.

Band - The Jayhawks

Song - Somewhere In Ohio

[bowieee]

Tagarooni

[bowieee]

A very poppy song but not in a sickening way. In a want to drive on a road trip and sing it with some friends kind of way. The Lyrics are good and the music in the background is simple but interesting at the same time. At first I thought it was going to turn into techno but thankfully it didn't and this charming song followed the intro beats. The imagery plays out really well through the lyrics. I like this one alot. Thanks Psychocandy. :)



Virginia reel around

Halo benders

(The full title is Virginia reel around the fountain but its always abbreviated on kazaa :) )

[Annie Hall]

Still searching...it's getting late, so I'm getting fewer matches on Kazaa...

[bowieee]

Annie did you check out any more cohen? If you do let me know what you thought I'm always interested of peoples opinions on the mans work.

[Annie Hall]

Originally posted by bowieee
Annie did you check out any more cohen? If you do let me know what you thought I'm always interested of peoples opinions on the mans work.

I did download some of his stuff. It's fantastic...especially Sisters of Mercy. Thanks so much for giving me suggestions

[SIREN30]

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[SIREN30]

Virgina Reel Around-Halo Benders

This song is so different. It reminds me of a complicated mix of the Cure (the bassline) and The Butthole Surfers (the recurring spoken voice sounded very similar to them) with a smooth pop vocal that finished it off nicely. I was swinging my head around on this one and will definitely listen to it again. Thanks bowiee.

Next Pick: time for another female....

The Gathering-Nightime Birds (might have to enter Night time Birds)

[bowieee]

Tag

[bowieee]

Originally posted by SIREN30
Virgina Reel Around-Halo Benders

This song is so different. It reminds me of a complicated mix of the Cure (the bassline) and The Butthole Surfers (the recurring spoken voice sounded very similar to them) with a smooth pop vocal that finished it off nicely. I was swinging my head around on this one and will definitely listen to it again. Thanks bowiee.

Next Pick: time for another female....

The Gathering-Nightime Birds (might have to enter Night time Birds)

The Halo Benders are definetly different. Its a collaboration between doug maurtch from built to spill and calvin from beat happening. Both play completely different styles of music so together it blends together in a strange way. But it works for me :). Downloading Nightbirds right now.

[bowieee]

The Gathering... Nighttime birds.

I'm relistening to this song right now. I'm not quite sure if I like it yet. The lead singers voice is really nice but the song sounds kind of plain to me. For some reason the song sounds like background noise and doesn't pull me into it where I can enjoy it. But I can tell they have talent but their just not my flavor. Thanks for the pick Siren! :)

A band probably every one is familiar with, but a song I only discovered last week and I've been listening to it alot lately.

Sonic Youth

Santa doesn't cope out on dope

[Psychocandy]

Tag

[bowieee]

Originally posted by Annie Hall
I did download some of his stuff. It's fantastic...especially Sisters of Mercy. Thanks so much for giving me suggestions

Not a problem. I personally am a bigger fan of his later stuff which alot different then his original folky roots but pretty much all of it is awe inspiring. If you are feeling brave check out his book beautiful losers. I've read it twice and I still have the urge to reread randomly. The reason I said if your feeling brave because it can be a little extreme at times and might offend some people but I love it. :D

[Psychocandy]

Sonic Youth - Santa Doesn't Cop Out On Dope

Well now. Jesus Crazy Christ that was a squalling mess of a song. I'm a big fan of Sonic Youth but I have to draw a line somewhere. It was funny and I will use it to torture my friends sometime but I can't honestly say with any conviction that I will ever listen to that song for pleasure. Then again...knowing Sonic Youth and their contrary ways they never intended for anyone to listen to it for pleasure. I'm not adverse to the odd bit of feedback (my love of The Jesus & Mary Chain's "Psychocandy" album surely attests to that) but there has to be some kind of groove. A melody behind the noise that I can hang onto (even this isn't entirely true...I love the last couple of tracks on Ministry's "Psalm 69" album and they are little more than storms of feedback with nary a melody or hook in sight).

Anyway...my next choice...

Band - Whiskeytown

Song - 16 Days

[SIREN30]

*tagalingadingdong*

[bowieee]

Originally posted by Psychocandy
Sonic Youth - Santa Doesn't Cop Out On Dope

Well now. Jesus Crazy Christ that was a squalling mess of a song. I'm a big fan of Sonic Youth but I have to draw a line somewhere. It was funny and I will use it to torture my friends sometime but I can't honestly say with any conviction that I will ever listen to that song for pleasure. Then again...knowing Sonic Youth and their contrary ways they never intended for anyone to listen to it for pleasure. I'm not adverse to the odd bit of feedback (my love of The Jesus & Mary Chain's "Psychocandy" album surely attests to that) but there has to be some kind of groove. A melody behind the noise that I can hang onto (even this isn't entirely true...I love the last couple of tracks on Ministry's "Psalm 69" album and they are little more than storms of feedback with nary a melody or hook in sight).

Anyway...my next choice...

Band - Whiskeytown

Song - 16 Days

I love the background music :) Maybe I just like that type of grinding guitar. It reminds me of an electric velvet underground. Plus the song makes me smile.

[SIREN30]

Whiskeytown-16 days

Really good stuff. Actually sounds a little, music-wise, like The Cowboy Junkies. Sometimes they throw a western twang to their folk sound which works really well. Vocals are very good similar to Adam Duritz (who does have a great voice though I'm not a Counting Crows fan) but w/ the soul of the Allman Brothers. The version I listened to was the acoustic version. The album version may be a little more rocknroll but I liked this just fine. Good lyrics too.

Next Pick:

Something's Gotta Give-Sammy Davis Jr. (can also try somethin's gotta give, something's got to give etc.)

[bowieee]

Tag

[bowieee]

Wheres a Martini when you need one?

This was all vegas and I was loving every minute of it. Every time I hear a Sammy Davis Song I like it yet I never buy any of his stuff. Whats the matter with me? Someday after I get down my wish list that grows with every post on this thread. I think I need to get a second job to support my music buying :)

Next up a mellow little groove

The dark is rising

Mercury Rev

[bowieee]

I just wanted to review whiskeytown for fun.

I like this song. The vocals are really good and the tempo makes the song for me. The slow speed up in the background as the singer sings makes the song a charming little ditty. Thanks Pyschocandy!

[SIREN30]

hey, just a completely off-topic question. Do any of you other schmoes get mental pictures of what your fellow members look like just from their username and posts? I totally do...I wonder how accurate I am. :p Probably totally off...would it be out of the way to ask you guys to post a short description of yourself?

[Psychocandy]

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[Psychocandy]

Mercury Rev - The Dark Is Rising

This song is just beautiful. The opening swell and the calm that decends as the symphony fades and the piano and vocal take over is just such an amazing start to a song. I've read a number of reviews over at Amazon wherein the reviewers express their dislike of Jonathan Donahue's vocals. Bullshit. His voice bears comparison to that of the great Neil Young and is a perfect fit for Mercury Rev's music. I've actually had the pleasure of seeing them live when they were touring Deserter's Songs. Their performance was epically magnificent and sent more than a few shivers up my spine. An amazing band. An amazing song.

Ok...here goes...an old fave...

Band - Lloyd Cole And The Commotions

Song - Rattlesnakes

[SIREN30]

*tag*

[bowieee]

Once again reviewing for fun. :) I can't pass up any of your picks psychocandy because 9 times out of ten I'm a happy camper when I hear them. Llyod Cole, I love that man. He has so much talant and is so sorely looked over by the masses. He has a style that is completely his and a voice that would make Jim Morrison envy. I was allready a fan of this song but downloaded it anyways to have it on my computer. A trip down memory lane. Thanks Psychocandy :)

Oh and have you heard the tori amos version? It's really good.

[bowieee]

Originally posted by SIREN30
hey, just a completely off-topic question. Do any of you other schmoes get mental pictures of what your fellow members look like just from their username and posts? I totally do...I wonder how accurate I am. :p Probably totally off...would it be out of the way to ask you guys to post a short description of yourself?


For some weird reason I don't picture schmoes I just kind of pigeon hole their "personalities". It's strange. As for your request I hate describing myself because I always think it sounds cheesy when someone describes themselves on the internet but I'll do it anyways. I'm 6'2 with longer brown hair, brown eyes, with a fondness for wearing furry jackets with shorts.

[SIREN30]

OMG bowiee....that's EXACTLY how I pictured you! lol. Just kidding. I favor Bridget Fonda (I wish it was Jane in her Barbarella days) and I only say that cuz this is a movie site and it's easier. But I guess I do.


ANyway,

Rattlesnakes-Lloyd Cole


This song is SO much better by Tori Amos. Sorry, but I hate this guy's voice...reminds of Morrissey who I really have an aversion to for the most part. I still really love the song. I just heard it first by her so it's how I'll always prefer it, I guess.

Speaking of Tori, here's my favorite of her songs:

next Pick:

Here in My head-Tori Amos

[bowieee]

Tag

[bowieee]

What album is this off of?

I really liked this song. I used to fall asleep to little eartquakes all of my 9th grade year. This song sounds like it was taken straight of that album. Tori amos is hit and miss with me. Some stuff I either love or don't care for their is no middle ground. This song falls smack dab in the love it category.

by the way Siren have you heard the version of Silent all these years with leanord Cohen reading a poem before it as an intro? It adds so much to the song and its only like an extra 15 seconds of cohen speaking.

New Song:

The Saddest story ever told

The Magnetic fields

[SIREN30]

Originally posted by bowieee
What album is this off of?

I really liked this song. I used to fall asleep to little eartquakes all of my 9th grade year. This song sounds like it was taken straight of that album. Tori amos is hit and miss with me. Some stuff I either love or don't care for their is no middle ground. This song falls smack dab in the love it category.

by the way Siren have you heard the version of Silent all these years with leanord Cohen reading a poem before it as an intro? It adds so much to the song and its only like an extra 15 seconds of cohen speaking.



New Song:

The Saddest story ever told

The Magnetic fields

Its off of an ep, not sure which one. I have a live version but it's a bootleg...I haven't heard that version of Silent All These Years...looking forward to it.

[Psychocandy]

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[Psychocandy]

The Magnetic Fields - The Saddest Story Ever Told

I've often toyed with buying "69 Love Songs" by The Magnetic Fields but have thus far allowed myself to be put off doing so by the potentially daunting prospect of wading through 69 songs looking for the diamonds in the rough (surely all 69 songs can't be worthy of repeat listens). As a result this is the first time i've heard anything by them. "The Saddest Story Ever Told" is a pretty, sweet little slice of melancholy jangle pop with a killer hook and at just over two minutes it nowhere near outstays it's welcome. Nice choice Bowieee. This will take up residence on my current playlist.

For my next trick...

Band - The Jesus & Mary Chain

Song - Nine Million Rainy Days

[SIREN30]

*TAG*

[bowieee]

[QUOTE]Originally posted by Psychocandy
The Magnetic Fields - The Saddest Story Ever Told

I've often toyed with buying "69 Love Songs" by The Magnetic Fields but have thus far allowed myself to be put off doing so by the potentially daunting prospect of wading through 69 songs looking for the diamonds in the rough (surely all 69 songs can't be worthy of repeat listens). As a result this is the first time i've heard anything by them. "The Saddest Story Ever Told" is a pretty, sweet little slice of melancholy jangle pop with a killer hook and at just over two minutes it nowhere near outstays it's welcome. Nice choice Bowieee. This will take up residence on my current playlist.

For my next trick...

Band - The Jesus & Mary Chain

Song - Nine Million Rainy Days [/QUOTe

Psychocandy 69 love songs is pretty daunting. I love the whole entire thing but some songs are weaker than others. Check out the album wayward bus/ Distant Plastic trees for a much cheaper introduction to this bands work. Personally I think that one album is better than all of 69 love songs put together.

[SIREN30]

Nine Million Rainy Days...Jesus and Mary Chain

Ahhhhhhh....memories. I adore this band and this song just reminds me how much. I haven't listened to them in so long (I'm on a bluegrass stint right now )but this is definitely one of the better songs by them, I feel. I love the drowsy music and the Leonard Cohen influence in the vocal has always been a big turn on for me too....thanks, Psychocandy for reminding me of this gem. It's staying in my playlist....



next pick:

Brave Captain-Firehose (God Bless Mike Watt!)

[bowieee]

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[bowieee]

Hello funky back beat nice to meet yah.

I like all the energy going on in this song. The lead singers voice doesn't really click with me but the band as a whole really impressed me. Plus the song is named Brave Captain which just sounds cool so that gives it bonus points in my book. Actually i just put this on for the second time and I think the voice grew on me. Hmm I think this one will grow on me the more I listen to it.


Next up a traditonal irish epic song about the misery of war...

The band played waltzing Matilda

The Pogues

(not the live version, the album version)

Just a warning the song is pretty long but I think its worth it. Its the pogues best song IMO.

[SIREN30]

Originally posted by bowieee
Hello funky back beat nice to meet yah.

I like all the energy going on in this song. The lead singers voice doesn't really click with me but the band as a whole really impressed me. Plus the song is named Brave Captain which just sounds cool so that gives it bonus points in my book. Actually i just put this on for the second time and I think the voice grew on me. Hmm I think this one will grow on me the more I listen to it.


Next up an epic song about the misery of war...

The band played waltzing Matilda

The Pogues

Just a warning the song is pretty long but I think its worth it. Its the pogues best song IMO.

Actually, I've never really been able to focus on the vocals in FIrehose...the whole thing is really about the bassline. Alot like PRimus in that respect...who really cares about Les Claypool's vocals anyway? Ha. I would tag your song but I know it so well I'll feel like I'm cheating someone else...it IS their best song, by the way...I'll tag it if no one else does.

[bowieee]

Feel free to tag it and let me know your opinion on the song. Personally its one of the best driving around, singing with your friends songs around. :)