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Poll Question: Which three are your favorites?
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TCat: Beautiful Bedlam is my winner of yours. Some friends of mine are big Tim Waits fans; I like him when he puts more effort into the music and it is less about the lyrics and the voice.
JD: I have most fun with the Organ Explosion.
I prophesy disaster: Great getting to know Nolan Potter's Nightmare Band, and though against the rules I like that you posted three, in fact I like number 2 and 3 quite a bit more than no. 1.
Mila: I also have heard The Comet Is Coming for the first time during the pandemic. Not bad, but it didn't quite click with me. Love the modern art video though.
suitkees: It was quite a journey listening to yours. Both the SCCC and Rozi Plain track are multilayered and hold some mystery, and I should really listen to them more than once. In the beginning I thought that Internet is much more one-dimensional, but then it evolved into quite a trip and a delight for a Talk Talk fan, so that ultimately I've got to say I even liked this most, but all three are great.
Nicky: Tech/Extreme Prog Metal, eh? Indeed the Jonathan Huten is quite extremely far away from that. But they do that in the far north, don't they? Heavy but also fragile and subtle. I love this. In fact it has the highest magic coefficient of yours. The other two are good and their style appeals to me, but I'm not quite as spellbound by them.
Cristi: Also of yours I favour the one that is maybe furthest away from much of my taste. I do love heavy when it avoids cliches and comes with a great voice, and that's the case with Gaupa. Wear Your Wounds doesn't do that much to me. The Zopp I discovered myself during the lockdown and I like it a lot, still if there's enough other choice I won't vote for what I know already.
Ian: I also came across black midi a few months ago. Not sure what to make of them, great stuff but at times their music comes over as a bit too "unfriendly" on purpose for me. I think I favour the Darrifourq... of you first three, great dynamic and electricity there. Le Grand Sbam may require some more listens, fascinating ideas there, but not every single one appeals to me at first sight.
Logan: I know Portishead too well, they're very good but chances are they won't attract my vote. I think I also have heard the Bruno Pernadas one, but wasn't aware of the name. Very nice track that makes me smile, but the Vanishing Twin is really my kind of stuff and I didn't know it already, so that's my choice from yours.
Lorenzo: Hmm, this time you have chosen something too lyrics-driven for me. I prefer the second one by some distance.

Listening time for today is pretty much used now... but I still comment on
Mathman: Three fascinating choices there. The first one left less of an impression than the other two. I like the sound and approach of Spooky Cool, although they may still mature a bit, and Kuunatic are the clear winners, I love this.
 


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Originally posted by suitkees suitkees wrote:

 
Lewian: Medieval Baebes sound, indeed, very medieval... Troubadour like music, vocal harmonies, very gentle. It is nice to hear, but somehow it doesn't really touch me. I'm much more captivated by the Battlestations track (you're probably not surprised, here). Didn't know them and this is something I thus have to explore. Might be a bit too much on the ambient side if a whole album is like this, but it sounds great and intriguing; it deserves a good sound system!
 

I'm afraid their following albums (including the one that I five-starred, Splinters Vol. I, which I won't present here as it's only one track north of 40 minutes) are even more ambient. The band started off quite earthly at some point but now they have ended up well in outer space. Anyway, seems I should nominate this one unless some other opinions fly in my direction soon).
Thanks also Nicky for comments, joy to read!


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Originally posted by Lewian Lewian wrote:


Nicky: Tech/Extreme Prog Metal, eh? Indeed the Jonathan Huten is quite extremely far away from that. But they do that in the far north, don't they? Heavy but also fragile and subtle. I love this. In fact it has the highest magic coefficient of yours. The other two are good and their style appeals to me, but I'm not quite as spell bound by them.

Always glad to read yours, too, Christian!  Am especially pleased that you enjoyed Hultén, as he was truly a high-point find of the year for me.  Spell bound is precisely the right choice of words to describe how I, too, find this entire release.

I've actually enjoyed some of the Northern metally music I've heard, as indeed, they include some delicacy, perhaps why I've always been a King Crimson fan, and more lately Riverside, for instance.  When it's only constant hitting me over the head with crashing, thrashing, loud, I tune out after a while.  But I do enjoy the sonic interplay of changing dynamics.  
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Originally posted by Snicolette Snicolette wrote:

I prophesy disaster:  3 from Nolan Potter’s Nightmare Band “A Wizard of the Wind”  Starts off with a light and airy feel.  The cover is very neo-paganistic.  They really have captured their own sound, at least with this, very hard to make a comparison, for description’s sake.  The guitars add meat to all of the flutes and soft vocals.  Nice electric lead about halfway in, with some whirly keyboards.  “Nightmare Forever”  Here we start off in a much heavier, darker vein, with a driving beat.  The production is still subdued, but things are much ominous than the first track.  It indeed sounds like a battle is ensuing, tension builds throughout.  Moments of pure bad acid trip, but in a good way.  “Pity In The City”  This starts with some lovely, ringing guitar, almost sounds like a 12-string?  In a galloping gait.  The wispy, airy vocals continue.  Again, very subdued production, in it’s overall sound, which adds to the dreamscapes of the 3 pieces.  Lysergia again, but in a happy, dreamy, querying sort of way.  Overall assessment of the three, they are lighter in sound than most current acts, very delightful to hear.  I think the 3rd is my favourite here, but I thoroughly enjoyed all three, for their unique flavour.
Originally posted by suitkees suitkees wrote:

I prophesy disaster: Three tracks from the Nolan Potter's Nightmare Band that serve us some kind of jazz infused chamber rock with some orchestral influences. Quite dynamic and rich, with a great mix of acoustic and electric aspects. I really like all three tracks and will check out their album. If I really have to state a preference, it might be Pity in the City, but the other two make up for a great diversity.
Originally posted by Lewian Lewian wrote:

I prophesy disaster: Great getting to know Nolan Potter's Nightmare Band, and though against the rules I like that you posted three, in fact I like number 2 and 3 quite a bit more than no. 1.
 
Thank you for your comments. I highly recommend listening to the entire album, especially its proper track sequence as there is a flow from one track to the next. If you do listen to the entire album, please let me know what you think. I'm surprised that of the three tracks posted, none of you chose the first track as your preferred track.
 
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Originally posted by suitkees suitkees wrote:

Tigerfeet: Yes, the things you describe about VIRTA are the things I like too. Not often that we find a trumpet played in rock music. I love how this band sounds, with just the three of them and the effects they use (electric trumpet!). Great track, and nice to see them at work! 2002 are indeed much more relaxing sounding. A nice sounding trip, but I might like it a bit more adventurous... With the Paper Dolls we hear another great sound production, music wise this sounds much more conventional. Nice playing overall, but here too some adventure is missing. I'd go with VIRTA, without hesitation.

Thanks for the comments suitkees Smile VIRTA are intense but the level of expertise is off the charts. They gave a new found love of non-mainstream jazz so i am really considering them as final nom. 
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Originally posted by Snicolette Snicolette wrote:

tigerfeet:  VIRTA “On the Run”  Like the metal things on the drum head there.  Really compelling soundscape, keys repeating, drums and guitar, then lovely trumpet and soft non-word vocals.  Goes into a heavy part for a bit, then back again to the initial flowiness.  This is very intriguing!  😊  Jam portion with all of them wailing away.  2002 “Sacred Mountain”  Now here is something completely different from the first one.  Very orchestral and soundtrack-like music, from the start.  Melt music for me.  Just lovely, flutes and violins repeating the melody.  Choral vocals, in a washy mix, soft percussive elements, enchanting musically.  I looked them up, they even have a harpist.  Another plus.  😊 Paper Dolls “Pray For Rain”  And very diversely again, here is a bluegrass band.  Very nice, not so much twang that I find it hard to listen to.  Excellent musicianship, I see they are from Nashville.  Well produced, could also be a singer/songwriter sort of song, if one wanted to pull it out of the country market.  All excellent listening for me, if I have to choose a favourite, though, have to go with the 2002 track as my very favourite.

Thanks Nikkie for all the comments and thoughts/feelings. I can't believe I didn't hear about 2002 since they have so many great albums and I would have thought they would have popped up along the way. Plus I was way into new age back in the early days. And yes, the Harp is always wonderful/beautiful to hear Smile - now trying to make a decision, maybe later today. 
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Originally posted by tigerfeet tigerfeet wrote:

Thanks Nikkie for all the comments and thoughts/feelings. I can't believe I didn't hear about 2002 since they have so many great albums and I would have thought they would have popped up along the way. Plus I was way into new age back in the early days. And yes, the Harp is always wonderful/beautiful to hear Smile - now trying to make a decision, maybe later today.

I was glad to have found another act to delve deeper into, I do like a lot of stuff that gets classified as new age, especially when there are world influences.  All three of yours were very different from one another, all enjoyable to me.
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So much interesting selections. I have only had a chance to skim through the suggestions and comments, and not been able to give a proper listen. Only a couple of tracks that I know beforehand, The Comet Is Coming and All Them Witches, and have albums from both.

My own nomination will be KUUNATIC - Tītián.
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I had little time this weekend and went through the songs only briefly. I'm not sure whether I'll manage to listen to the songs properly during the workweek. Therefore it seems appropriate to withdraw from the current edition. I'm really sorry! I would like to thank you all for your comments and hope to be able to fully participate next time.
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Originally posted by Mila-13 Mila-13 wrote:

I had little time this weekend and went through the songs only briefly. I'm not sure whether I'll manage to listen to the songs properly during the workweek. Therefore it seems appropriate to withdraw from the current edition. I'm really sorry! I would like to thank you all for your comments and hope to be able to fully participate next time.

If you find you have time, you are always more than welcome to participate, even if you don't get a chance to hear anything other than the final nominations or you don't have a chance to comment.  If not, then you are always welcome to participate next time, of course.  Hope you have an excellent week!

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My nomination is: Spencer Cullum's Coin Collection - My Protector

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As you may have noticed, I've started adding final nominations to the voting list above.  If possible, I would like to have all of the nominations on the list by tomorrow (Tuesday) night so that voting can open around Wednesday or Thursday at the latest.  Is this okay with everyone?

Also, if I missed any nominations, I apologize.  Forgive me for my mistake because it wasn't intentional.  Just give me a little nudge and I'll put it on the list.  Plus, don't stress out if you haven't got your nomination named yet, there's still time.  

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I'll try to avoid music I already know and stuff already nominated. So I'll nominate:-

VIRTA - On The Run

If that's already taken I'll go with Battlestations - Silencer
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Originally posted by Nogbad_The_Bad Nogbad_The_Bad wrote:

I'll try to avoid music I already know and stuff already nominated. So I'll nominate:-

VIRTA - On The Run

If that's already taken I'll go with Battlestations - Silencer

That's not quite how the game works. I nominate the Battlestations - Silencer, and you can later vote for it after all the nominations are in. But you're asked to nominate one of yours for a place in the final poll.
(I could of course nominate one of yours if you insist on the Battlestations. Tongue I'd probably choose Jamil Jamal.)


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Haha I'm clearly confused. I'll nominate Sbam.

I enjoyed Battlestations, Vanishing Twins, Guapa. The Comet Is Coming is my favorite of the last few years.
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Originally posted by Nogbad_The_Bad Nogbad_The_Bad wrote:

Haha I'm clearly confused. I'll nominate Sbam.

I enjoyed Battlestations, Vanishing Twins, Gaupa. The Comet Is Coming is my favorite of the last few years.

Once all the nominations are in the poll, we listen /relisten to them all and vote for our three favorites. 
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I really had trouble with making a decision as I love all 3 tracks so much but I think I will nominate Paper Dolls "Pray For Rain"

I cant wait to re-listen to all the nominations over the next few days


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Originally posted by TCat TCat wrote:

Originally posted by Mila-13 Mila-13 wrote:

I had little time this weekend and went through the songs only briefly. I'm not sure whether I'll manage to listen to the songs properly during the workweek. Therefore it seems appropriate to withdraw from the current edition. I'm really sorry! I would like to thank you all for your comments and hope to be able to fully participate next time.
If you find you have time, you are always more than welcome to participate, even if you don't get a chance to hear anything other than the final nominations or you don't have a chance to comment.  If not, then you are always welcome to participate next time, of course.  Hope you have an excellent week!
Thanks Mike, that's very kind of you! Due to work I can take time for my hobbies only on weekends. Unfortunately this time that was not possible. I like the idea of these interactive polls very much and I too would like to contribute to the discussion on the music. I don't know when the next poll is scheduled. If it is next week I should be able to write a comment by the end of the week.


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I nominate: Nolan Potter's Nightmare Band - "A Wizard of the Wind"
 
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Originally posted by TCat TCat wrote:

Also, if I missed any nominations, I apologize.  Forgive me for my mistake because it wasn't intentional.  Just give me a little nudge and I'll put it on the list.  Plus, don't stress out if you haven't got your nomination named yet, there's still time.  
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