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Xonty
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Topic: Exposure Posted: June 25 2015 at 16:58 |
The same song, written by both of these 2 huge prog artists in the late 70s that appeared on two separate albums. I came across Peter's 2nd album (which included his version of the track) after hearing what I thought was the original on Fripp's, but have recently fallen in love with "Scratch" and I much prefer it to Robert's "Exposure". Anyway, I was wondering what you think, as Fripp's record is rated higher than Gabriel's on PA, but I've always preferred Peter's rendition (and that album on the whole).
Thanks for any feedback!
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tboyd1802
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Posted: June 25 2015 at 17:42 |
Interesting to compare the two. For me, I am kinda of attracted to more abrasive, mash-up feel, character of Fripp's version.
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LearsFool
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Posted: June 25 2015 at 19:24 |
Both are great, though I'd say the screams of "EXPOSURE!" on Fripp's version detract from an otherwise perfect track. Have to give the nod to Gabriel.
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Man With Hat
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Posted: June 25 2015 at 19:56 |
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Posted: June 25 2015 at 21:58 |
I like both but the version on Fripp's album is way more memorable because of the more exuberant vocals. (Thanks, Terry Roche!)
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The.Crimson.King
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Posted: June 25 2015 at 22:51 |
I like PG's version of the song better but much prefer RF's Exposure album over PG2...
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Posted: June 25 2015 at 22:57 |
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Barbu
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Posted: June 26 2015 at 00:32 |
The Fripp one.
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Tom Ozric
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Posted: June 26 2015 at 01:04 |
Fripp for sure......
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Mormegil
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Posted: June 26 2015 at 06:00 |
Leaning towards Gabriel's version. In both cases, Tony Levin's bass playing is outstanding.
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The Dark Elf
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Posted: June 26 2015 at 08:07 |
Gabriel's version by far.
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Posted: June 26 2015 at 09:04 |
Another vote for Peter Gabriel. Can't stand the woman's voice on Fripp's version. Otherwise it is also a good version.
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Posted: June 26 2015 at 09:39 |
The music is comparable (oh well, maybe I could say it's the same in the whole). So the difference is PG voice for me. That woman's crying the word Exposure during the whole song isn't much impressive IMO. So my vote goes to Peter without hesistation. And yes, the bass line on both version is outstanding. Kudos to Tony Levin.
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Posted: June 26 2015 at 21:40 |
The.Crimson.King wrote:
I like PG's version of the song better but much prefer RF's Exposure album over PG2... |
Exactly.
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