Interactive poll #21: No bards allowed
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Topic: Interactive poll #21: No bards allowed
Posted By: Meltdowner
Subject: Interactive poll #21: No bards allowed
Date Posted: October 14 2020 at 05:59
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Welcome to this fortnight's interactive poll! This time you will choose instrumental songs under 5 minutes. Wordless vocals are allowed. Your choices can be from any genre, including artists on PA, but try to pick lesser-known songs/bands. As usual, you can mention up to four songs and next week you'll be asked to nominate one to be featured in the poll. After everyone has nominated theirs you can vote for three songs, not including your own. So let's get this started! --------------------------------------------------------- Calibro 35 - Thrust Force I've seen this video dozens of times. They're a great live band, I don't think the studio albums or most live videos do them justice. The keyboardist is on PA with The Winstons. Magick Brother & Mystic Sister - Utopia My latest discovery, I've been really enjoying this new Spanish band. Banda do Casaco - Água de Rosas Something from the 70's. I find this bittersweet song fascinating and the fact that it's the closing track of the album only makes it more peculiar. --------------------------------------------------------- NOMINATIONS: Meltdowner: Calibro 35 - Thrust Force Snicolette: Tom Kelly - God and the Flatlanders (Waltz Version) Cristi: Basorelief - Crocodilul The Dark Elf: Ashley MacIsaac - Devil in the Kitchen TCat: French TV - The Kokonino Stomp Lewian: Salaryman - My Hands Are Always In Water mathman0806: Us, Today - Greetings From The Master rushfan4: Ronnie Montrose - Rocky Road FatherChristmas: Peachy the Band - Cloud-Burst dr wu23: Joe Walsh - Midnight Moodies I prophesy disaster: Fred Frith - The Boy Beats The Rams suitkees: Alain Bashung - Climax 4 jamesbaldwin: Cassiber - Chor Der Gefangenen
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Posted By: The Dark Elf
Date Posted: October 14 2020 at 07:00
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------------- ...a vigorous circular motion hitherto unknown to the people of this area, but destined to take the place of the mud shark in your mythology... |
Posted By: suitkees
Date Posted: October 14 2020 at 08:17
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Nice! I like instrumental... but there's so much to choose from... I first thought, as an homage to Eddy Van Halen, to put up a Van Halen instrumental (Eruption, Cathedral, Spanish Fly...), but I'll leave that to the RIP thread. First a short one, so they're in a hurry: Tętes Raides - OK: Then, for the fun and the nostalgia, REO Speedwagon - The Unidentified Flying Tuna Trot: Then two of the more haunting kind: The Durutti Column - The First Aspect of the Same Thing: Alain Bashung - Climax 4: ------------- The razamataz is a pain in the bum |
Posted By: TCat
Date Posted: October 14 2020 at 09:26
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French TV - "The Kokonino Stomp"
--------------------------------------------- Here is one that is shamefully unheard of (mostly): (EDIT: I hope you don't mind that this is just barely over 5 minutes, but that is all dead air anyway. The actual time is 4:59 if you take out the empty space, and it would be a shame to not post it here.) Jon Hassell & Bluescreen - "G-Spot" That unique trumpet against the glitch sound is amazing! ---------------------------------------------- This one might be considered new age, but it's one of the better artists from the Windham Hill group...and I just love that build up with the flute in the middle section. Scott Cossu - "Oristano Sojourn" --------------------------------------------------------- EDIT: Originally I posted a different one from Yello, but it was 25 seconds too long. But this one is a spooky one so maybe this is a good one to have for Halloween season. This one is : Yello - "Stalakdrama" So many I wanted to post, but I'll save them for later. ------------- https://ibb.co/8x0xjR0" rel="nofollow">  |
Posted By: Snicolette
Date Posted: October 14 2020 at 11:40
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Well all right, then. I love instrumentals, and am looking forward to what everyone brings. I am going to submit 3 non-prog primarily harp pieces and then add a short instrumental of my husband's, since I haven't done one from him for a very long time. First, my favourite harp piece that I've not learned to play and still want to. Alan Stivell's "Marv Pontkalleg," 3:40 Second and a bit of a story. My great-great grandfather was from County Fermanagh in Ireland. He came to the US, fought in the Civil War on the winning side, came across the land to Alaska, where he was a sea captain. Before I knew this much about him, I loved and learned how to play this song on the harp. I play it about half as fast as this guy does. John's daughter was named Suzie McGuire, I'd only known her married name before finding this information. She was the first "white woman," born in Alaska, and bore that as her middle name. Anyway, here is Aryeh Frankfurter, with "Suzie McGuire," 3:01 (I'm sure not the same one, but it was a funny coincidence). Third is a song everyone will know, but I love this version of it. Here is Mason Williams and Deborah Henson-Conant duetting in a live performance with Mason's "Classical Gas," 4:16 Lastly, here is Tom Kelly's "God and the Flatlanders (Waltz Version)," for my prog entry. 3:40 I hope no one minds my indulgence. ------------- "Into every rain, a little life must fall." ~Tom Rapp |
Posted By: The Dark Elf
Date Posted: October 14 2020 at 11:49
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^ I thought long and hard about adding Mason Williams, Nickie. Glad you added that one. ------------- ...a vigorous circular motion hitherto unknown to the people of this area, but destined to take the place of the mud shark in your mythology... |
Posted By: FatherChristmas
Date Posted: October 14 2020 at 12:00
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From my modern prog perspective: ------------- "Music is the wine that fills the cup of silence" - Robert Fripp "I am an anti-Christ" - Johnny Rotten |
Posted By: mathman0806
Date Posted: October 14 2020 at 12:05
| ^You missed the caveat that the instrumentals must be under 5 minutes. A challenge with some prog bands for sure. |
Posted By: Snicolette
Date Posted: October 14 2020 at 12:19
 ------------- "Into every rain, a little life must fall." ~Tom Rapp |
The Dark Elf wrote:Posted By: FatherChristmas
Date Posted: October 14 2020 at 12:26
Ah, sorry. Instead: ------------- "Music is the wine that fills the cup of silence" - Robert Fripp "I am an anti-Christ" - Johnny Rotten |
Posted By: The Dark Elf
Date Posted: October 14 2020 at 12:34
Glen Campbell does a nice version of that song, particularly since he's playing an Ovation that I have in my collection. ------------- ...a vigorous circular motion hitherto unknown to the people of this area, but destined to take the place of the mud shark in your mythology... |
Posted By: Snicolette
Date Posted: October 14 2020 at 12:55
I'd never heard this version, thank you. Glen was a super-fine guitarist. Love the lead that he added to this, along with the full orchestra. Must have been a great concert all told.  ------------- "Into every rain, a little life must fall." ~Tom Rapp |
Posted By: Lewian
Date Posted: October 14 2020 at 13:04
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I have been very critical on some vocals and that can easily happen, so I'm always keen on instrumentals. I think about 1/3 of my collection is instrumental, so there is lots to choose from, and a certain temptation to pick some that could also have fitted the electronics theme. Anyway, I start with a piece of post rock that is actually on PA, but apparently not very well known. This is one of those pieces where, with a critic's hat on, I sometimes wonder why I like this so much. It's monotone and marching and I have an affinity for such "always forward but stick to the rhythm" music... I think they totally nailed their sound here. Salaryman - My Hands Are Always In Water Ay! I realise this has actually some spoken words in the background. Is that OK?
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Posted By: jamesbaldwin
Date Posted: October 14 2020 at 13:23
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1) Gilad Atzmon: All the Way To Montenegro 2) Roxanne Passion Tango 3) Stormy Six: Dibattito 4) Cassiber: Chor Der Gefangenen ------------- Amos Goldberg (professor of Genocide Studies at the Hebrew University in Jerusalem): Yes, it's genocide. It's so difficult and painful to admit it, but we can no longer avoid this conclusion. |
Posted By: Snicolette
Date Posted: October 14 2020 at 13:40
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Had a clear slate this am, so here are my thoughts on my first impression with as far as I got for now: Samuel:
Calibro 35 “Thrust Force” Moving right along, kind of an almost Farfisa
organ sound with a twist, catchy organ melody.
Hey! And then some cool sax! Very enjoyable. Magick Brother & Mystic Sister
“Utopia” These artists got me from the
get-go, lovely rhythm guitar chords, some beautiful flute and etheric voices
(no words), which moves into some synth and organ flourishes and wingy-dingys
(a tech term I just made up) . I will be
checking into them more. Banda do Casaco
– Água de Rosas Very pretty and melancholy layered strings, slight discordant,
yet beautiful. Some flute sounds come
in, I like very much their sound here. Greg: Oh, Greg! Yes, one I don’t know in this mix! I have to say that although I often, by my own rules, can’t vote “for” yours, I do quite enjoy your musical taste. That being said, I know Leo Kottke, Rodrigo y Gabriela and Michael Hedges and do love all of them….but here goes with Ashley MacIsaac “Devil in the Kitchen” Very different from the other three, a bit of a frantic jig (with a dancing demon). Very energetic and fun. Oh, the energy of youth! suitkees: OK “Tetes Raides” Now that IS a short instrumental. Fun with some accordion or concertina, bounces right along. Almost a circus/cartoon/Klezmer feel to this. REO Speedwagon “The Unidentified Flying Tuna Trot” I remember the band, but never really listened to them back in the day. Now I kinda regret not hearing much of them back then, this was a fun rocking instrumental. The Durutti Column “The First Aspect” Begins with some repetitive sound, not sure what it is. This one I didn’t find haunting, although once it switched, I could tell it was a keyboard-type sound. It’s perhaps a little fast to feel haunting to me (which is an atmosphere I love), maybe ominous is a better word, at least for how it makes me feel. Alain Bashung “Climax 4” Now this feels more haunting to me. Eerie voices (no words, of course), very orchestral in feel and atmospheric. Moves into some horns and some little sharp intrusions with a pickup in pace feel, and some strings as it builds. Cascading sounds underneath as the piece gains intensity to the……well…….climax and fade. Very lovely. Mike: French TV “The Kokonino Stomp” There are so many fun pieces in this poll, so far. This one is very Zappa-esque to my ear, hard to categorize. I love the wackiness and then the more staid inter-parts that come up. A piece that demands you sit up and listen, no background music here. Horn-heavy, with lots of changes and some vocals (no words, of course). Jon Hassell & Bluescreen “G-Spot” You said it in your intro, Mike. Kind of cool jazz meets experimental (there may be a more perfect term for it, but that’s what my ear hears). Very ear-catching. Scott Cossu “Oristano Soujourn” Nice, airy and light piece, with some vocalisations, ala Roland Kirk/Ian Anderson. Very pretty. Yello “Stalakdrama” Something completely different from the previous, with an ominous start and a scream (and “Scream,” as well). Heavy keys, some booming noises and then some scary vocalisations. Would be a great Halloween piece, but I actually would have liked it more without the screams. FatherChristmas: Peachy-the-Band “Cloud-Burst” Pretty up-beat mover here, despite the video looking so dire. Big keyboards, lots of changes, well-played. Nice, rocky lead guitar. ------------- "Into every rain, a little life must fall." ~Tom Rapp |
Posted By: TCat
Date Posted: October 14 2020 at 14:09
Thanks again for your valuable comments. That Yello track was not my first choice as I wanted to put on another called "Ciel Ouvert" which has more of a dark, orchestral vibe without the screams, but ominous nonetheless. The problem with it is it went over by 25 seconds. So I had to go with my backup there. I think I'll post my first choice here anyway, but if you can, put on a good set of headphones to listen to it for "startling" results. I know this one is not eligible, but I love the tension in it, and this video is pretty cool too. ------------- https://ibb.co/8x0xjR0" rel="nofollow"> |
Posted By: Cristi
Date Posted: October 14 2020 at 14:09
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go to 1:05 not a contender (6 minutes) but you gotta check this out.  |
Posted By: Snicolette
Date Posted: October 14 2020 at 14:15
Thank you, I will give it a listen,hopefully a little later today. I have a feeling from your description I will like it more. A pity it was slightly over. :( ------------- "Into every rain, a little life must fall." ~Tom Rapp |
Posted By: Lewian
Date Posted: October 14 2020 at 15:06
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At some point maybe not so far away I will have posted something from all my dearest non-PA favourites in one of these polls, but there are still a few missing. From the series "Hidden Treasures of the 1980s", here's the awesome Startled Insects with Underworld. |
Posted By: Lewian
Date Posted: October 14 2020 at 15:13
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...and now for something completely different... except it's another hidden treasure from the 1980s. I guess everybody knows Joe Jackson (who also has to has to has to appear in one of these polls), but do you know this? (Nocturne from the not very well received but actually excellent and proggy Will Power album.) |
Posted By: Snicolette
Date Posted: October 14 2020 at 18:31
That was fantastic. Really too bad about the 25 second overage. Loved the video along with it, too, as you said, it was pretty cool. Kinda have a thing for astronomy and this captured both the awe and terror of deep space, the abject scope of it. Truly a remarkable piece. Thank you. ------------- "Into every rain, a little life must fall." ~Tom Rapp |
Posted By: mathman0806
Date Posted: October 14 2020 at 20:00
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This could be a Halloween theme of sorts. Pell Mell "Nothing Lies Still Long" John 5 and the Creatures "Zoinks!" Us, Today "Greetings from the Master" Notes: 1. Given the time of year, Goblin is a must. From the Italian cut of the Dawn of the Dead (aka Zombi) soundtrack. 2. Pell Mell is not the prog band on PA but an instrumental outfit from Portland, Oregon. This track was used as the recap music for the HBO series "Six Feet Under". 3. John 5 is a shredder, having played with Rob Halford, David Lee Roth, Marilyn Manson, and Rob Zombie. This tune is funky, and the title is an obvious nod to Scooby Doo. 4. Heard this band first on NPR last couple of years ago. A trio of guitar, drums, and vibraphone. Bonus video: John 5 "Zoinks" with a bonus 3+ minutes of a "story" before going into the song. |
Posted By: mathman0806
Date Posted: October 15 2020 at 08:38
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Playlist for all: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-zzvl_w6Fx5_wwlnC6Zfjc1pe7xX258p" rel="nofollow - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-zzvl_w6Fx5_wwlnC6Zfjc1pe7xX258p @cristi: I like that Post Scriptum instrumental quite a bit, but it was deemed a kid's video so I cannot add it to a playlist.
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Posted By: Meltdowner
Date Posted: October 15 2020 at 08:52
^ Cool, thanks George!  Really fun playlist so far. It's a very diverse and enjoyable selection, I'm finding it particularly easy to go through. |
Posted By: I prophesy disaster
Date Posted: October 15 2020 at 09:00
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For my first submission, I choose a track that many of you probably know, a blast from my childhood, and it even has cowbell: The Edgar Winter Group - Frankenstein ------------- No, I know how to behave in the restaurant now, I don't tear at the meat with my hands. If I've become a man of the world somehow, that's not necessarily to say I'm a worldly man. |
Posted By: FatherChristmas
Date Posted: October 15 2020 at 10:03
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^The OP did say "lesser known" if possible, but I'm not objecting. ------------- "Music is the wine that fills the cup of silence" - Robert Fripp "I am an anti-Christ" - Johnny Rotten |
Posted By: I prophesy disaster
Date Posted: October 15 2020 at 16:12
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For my second submission, one for the panheads: Fred Frith - The Boy Beats The Rams ------------- No, I know how to behave in the restaurant now, I don't tear at the meat with my hands. If I've become a man of the world somehow, that's not necessarily to say I'm a worldly man. |
Posted By: Snicolette
Date Posted: October 15 2020 at 17:54
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Had another block of time this afternoon....First impressions to the end of Page 1. Lewian:
Salaryman “My Hands Are Always In Water” Electronic-type music here, but
less robotic than some. Siren-y synths
kick in after a bit of repeating sounds, then the sound begin to alter a bit,
but returning back to the original repetition.
I like the bass sound a lot, it gives a human feel to what would feel
very cold otherwise (not sure if it’s a real bass, but the tone is like a real
one, anyway). Startled Insects “Underworld” Great band name! As usual, very interesting sounds put into a
musical piece. This one moves right
along, wonder if they named it Underworld, as in insect tunnels or Underworld
as in the lairs of criminals. I like the
vibe of the song, it sounds like it may live in my mind’s ear for a while, we
shall see. Joe Jackson “Nocturne” I really love him when he’s being proggy/classical,
like in “Heaven and Hell.: This is so gorgeous, hadn’t heard it before. I have a big soft spot for solo piano. Just superb. Lorenzo: Gilad Atzmon “All the Way To Montenegro” Begins with sounds of switching radio stations, then settles into the piece. Klezmer/Middle Eastern style winds of some kind (or on a keyboard). Then alternates between the Klezmer sound and some nice piano, with some vocalization accents (not words). Goes into a solo by the wind instrument with some nice rhythmic playing way back in the mix. Very enjoyable to my ear. Passion Tango “Roxanne” Here, of course, a tango. Lovely gypsy style violin to a tango beat with some piano flourish and the concertina-like instrument as well. Excellent. Stormy Six “Dibattito” Here is some avant jazz experimental type music. Using horns, violin, some plucking of the violin and then soloing with the violin, very intriguing music, you must pay attention. Reminded me a bit of the violin solo part to “Lark’s Tongues,” only because of the way it goes from kind of jarring ensemble to soaring violin. Also has an interesting mandolin and bass duet part.Cassiber “Chor Der Gefangenen” Definitely what I think of as avant music here. Interesting sounds with a beat going on behind them. Elephantine horn sounds (maybe done on a keyboard, as they are very wavery). The mix is very muddy here, but I think that is deliberate, not a recording fault. Just adds to the atmosphere.There are some jarring vocal bits (again, not words per se). Spooky stuff. Cristi: basorelief “crocodilul” Gotta say I love the album cover with that beautiful old Strat. Here is some more kind of avant jazz begins with some solo bass and percussion, again, some keyboard washes, then advances into horns and keyboards, moves along into flute. Sounds like something they’d play outside in summer at a jazz club. A bit quietly mixed. Cromwell “Prelude” Begins with some plucky sounds and drums, moves into some heavy synth sounds and washes, kind of evoking a feeling of electronic medievalism. It then moves on into heavier artillery, still keeping that medieval feel. Interesting as I listen to quite a bit of that kind of music in the acoustic sense. Nice guitar lead about 2/3rds in, which reprises toward the end. Walking Across Jupiter “Right To Life” I always like these spacy-washes-of-sound things. This is a bit on the heavier side, but still enjoyable to my ear. Some heavy yet spacy guitar leads here also, over driving rhythm. Phoenix “Ciocirlia” Solo electric guitar which then gets the full band treatment. Sounds like a folk song, maybe? Enjoyable romp. Adrian Enescu “Syncopated Hard Rock” And here we go to full electronic. There’s some bass and percussion way underneath the synth flourishes and synth horns. Very modern sounding it would have been, in it’s time. Post Scriptum “Live At Sibiu Jazz Fest” Syncopated jazz with some funny sounds on synth, very energetic performance with a very serious-looking keyboardist. Second part starts with some harmonica playing by the drummer with a bit of bass behind him. Very pretty ending. ------------- "Into every rain, a little life must fall." ~Tom Rapp |
Posted By: rushfan4
Date Posted: October 16 2020 at 12:02
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I'll play along on this one: Europe - Aphasia Izz - The Mists of Dalriada Lillian Axe - Deep Red Shadows Ronnie Montrose - Rocky Road ------------- 
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Posted By: The Anders
Date Posted: October 16 2020 at 13:49
| I will probably skip this poll and come back for the next one (for which - if I remember correctly - it is my turn). I still haven't voted in the electronic edition because I have been rather busy lately. But I will have more time on my hands in the next days. |
Posted By: Snicolette
Date Posted: October 16 2020 at 16:46
------------- "Into every rain, a little life must fall." ~Tom Rapp |
Posted By: Snicolette
Date Posted: October 16 2020 at 19:01
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Continuing on with first impressions, now on Page 2. George: Great
idea for October, btw. Goblin
“Zombi” Fast moving, rapid attack sort
of piece, kind of a jungle feel. Organ
is so perfect for scary music, in this one, it seems to be more sudden scares,
rather than building suspense. I tend to
think of zombies moving slowly, but there probably are fast ones amongst
them. Maybe this was an escape from them
part of the film? Hadn’t seen it, so I
don’t know. Pell Mell “Nothing Lies
Still Long” This one feels scarier from
the get-go, with the wobbly guitars and driving bass and drums. I like this one a lot, more atmospheric than
the Goblin piece. Interesting that
they’re from Portland. John 5 & the
Creatures “Zoinks” Before hearing it,
makes me think of Scooby Doo (and now I’ve read your notes below, haha). 😊 Another fast moving
piece. Driving drums and snappy guitar
and keys, followed by some more driving drums and snappy guitar and keys,
revisiting the first melody, but playing a bit with it. Us, Today “Greetings from the Master” Love that here is a band utilizing vibes,
they can be very haunting when played in just this kind of way. Nice bass and drums underneath. Adding in some pretty cool guitar riffs,
interesting band. Still like Pell Mell
the best, they seem scarier because it’s a more subtle build rather than
immediate headlong dashing (despite the name of Pell Mell). I Prophesy Disaster Edgar Winter Group “Frankenstein” This was a smash hit when I saw them open for ELP at the Hollywood Bowl in 1971. Too familiar for my vote, but Humble Pie also played and of course, ELP were wonderful. Fred Frith “The Boy Beats The Rams” Begins with some laughter, then some rhythmic sounds and embellishments. Then some far-off violins and bass notes enter, lots of fuzzy sound, then some more vagueness with vocalisations and washy sounds. Too disorganized for my ear palate, although I know he has his adherents. Scott: Nice to see you back! 😊 Europe “Aphasia” I am afraid I suffer from this sometimes! Now on to the music. Metal sound here, or at least hard rock. Nice lead guitar, some pretty fast leads there, to put it mildly. I remember the band name, but never heard anything by them that I remember. Good heavy selection. IZZ “The Mists of Dalriada” I like this band a lot, from what I’ve heard, haven’t heard this one before, they are fairly new to me. Begins with some nice rhythm guitar, moving on into a well done piece with crunchy electric lead, precisely played. Sounds a little fantasy/Renaissance/Medieval. Glad you brought it to the table here. I have a feeling this will be my favourite of yours. Lillian Axe “Deep Red Shadows” Begins with acoustic guitar with some harmonics, like the feeling of it, sounds like a finger-picked 12 string. Adds some nice embellishments, in a kind of Spanish style with percussion well behind the delicate guitar work. I liked this one. Ronnie Montrose “Rocky Road” I do remember him and band, Montrose, but not this song. So what one would expect from him, a quality rock piece. I’ll see if the melody comes back to haunt me, but I think I do like IZZ the best here. ------------- "Into every rain, a little life must fall." ~Tom Rapp |
Posted By: rushfan4
Date Posted: October 16 2020 at 19:42
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I was enticed by instrumentals and the chance to share a song on PA, although I restrained myself and only included one. I think that Izz are a bit of a lesser known band that should be known by more, and I figured this song was probably even lesser known. -------------
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Posted By: Snicolette
Date Posted: October 16 2020 at 19:57
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I agree, they are a very good band and not that brought forward here, although they are appreciated at some of the prog radio shows that I attend. Thanks for giving them deserved attention. ------------- "Into every rain, a little life must fall." ~Tom Rapp |
Posted By: dr wu23
Date Posted: October 16 2020 at 20:26
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One of my favorite artists and favorite albums.... ------------- One does nothing yet nothing is left undone. Haquin |
Posted By: suitkees
Date Posted: October 17 2020 at 04:43
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First batch of listening and feedback: Meltdowner: I generally quite like your suggestions in these polls, same here. Calibre 35 has a nice retro sound with a modern vibe, but something is lacking to be really captivating to my ears. Brother and Sister's Magick and Mystic has indeed those magic and mystic qualities, rather dreamy and spacey (a bit Gong-like by moments); nice, but not the most original. Bando do Casaco, I think I prefer this one, it has something discomforting and at the same time it is fascinatingly beautiful, a pity that it is so short. The Dark Elf: Wow, there's some tremendously good playing going on in your selections! Leo Kottke's piece is beautiful and captivating. The playing of Rodrigo and Gabriela is stunning and nice to watch, but the song itself is a bit disappointing to me. Musically speaking I prefer Michael Hegdes over R&G, here. The energitc punk-folk (or whatever) from The Devil in the Kitchen is a great listen too, but from all these I prefer Leo Kottke. TCat: French TV have come by in several threads recently and every time I quite like what I hear,. This one too, but I also have the impression that there is a bit too much going on in just one song... hesitating... The Jon Hassell & Bluescreen piece (nice cover art!) is very nice and groovy, but I'm not sure where it is going. Scott Cossu, Yes, this could be played in a restaurant without disturbing the customers, but musically speaking it is a very pleasant listen; there is more going on than a first impression could suggest. With Yello I have always had the same problem: when I hear a song I find it great, but when I listen then to the whole album I am disappointed - too much of the same. I prefer Ciel ouvert, Stalakdrama is bit too grotesque for me, Sonically speaking they are both indeed very impressive, but music-wise I am a lot less impressed. I prefer one of the other three but don't know which one yet... Snicolette: Well, sorry but you're not winning me over with the harp pieces; especially as solo instrument it doesn't captivate me. I like some of Stivell's folk rock work (had an album once on cassette, which was very good), but this one leaves me cold. Frankfurter's piece is more interesting though and Mason Williams & Deborah Henson's Classical Gas even more (although I prefer the Glen Campbell version by far). Your order of presentation is my order of preference: the best one for the last, Tom Kelly's God and the Flatlanders. I like how this one evolves from a more classical overture into a more layered and rock tinged track, without losing those classical qualities. Wished it was longer... FatherChristmas: I'm not much into djent-filled heavy prog or prog metal, but Cloud-Burst is not unpleasant. Nice interplay between instruments with some straightforward but nevertheless captivating riffs and a nice closer. Super-silly clip though ;) Lewian: Salaryman, didn't know them so this is a nice discovery. You hear that a good production is important for this kind of music. Great track, good groove, wonderful interplay and not that monotonous to my ears (makes me think a bit of Sonar...). I think I prefer them over Startling Insects' Underworld which is very good too, but I find it less captivating than Salaryman. Regarding Joe Jackson, back in the 80s I listened to several of his albums but always turned back to Night and Day, the only one that really convinced me (and that I have) - Nocturne won't change that. jamesbaldwin: You bring us on a nice trip around the Mediterranean. With Gilad Atzmon Klezmer is brought back to the Balkan but not without picking up some jazz underway. Very nice listen! Roxanne's Passion Tango is quite good too, but rather classic in it's approach (I started to like tango thanks to Carlos Saura's tango-films...). I very much like the more experimental Cassiber with Chor der Gefangenen. Unfortunately, Stormy Six is not available to me and I couldn't find an alternative. My choice would be between Gilad Atzmon and Cassiber, probably depends of the mood of the moment. Cristi: (some of the songs are too long re the criteria defined in the OP...) Nice to discover some Roumanian music, with Basorelief, Adrian Enescu (he was also in an earlier poll!) and Post Scriptum. The funky side of Adrian Enescu is not what I prefer, and Post Scriptum seem to be more a show-case piece than a song, but it is a nice performance. Phoenix has a nice festive quality, but my preference goes to the fusion of Basorelief. You know that prog metal is not my stuff: Cromwell has some good moments, but Walking Across Jupiter they can walk without me. Error 522Ray ID: 5e3960a20fb10fea • 2020-10-17 10:36:46 UTCConnection timed out------------- The razamataz is a pain in the bum |
Posted By: Cristi
Date Posted: October 17 2020 at 05:26
Basorelief was a band that never got a full album from the only recording company Electrecord that existed in communist Romania, they were present with a couple of songs on a split compilation. They reformed and have a full length album on bandcamp, but the music is too polished, I'll give it another chance. I don't know what song to use. Phoenix is not a contender, like I said, it's got 6 minutes. Post Scriptum shared a similar fate as Basorelief, until they were convinced to make a pop-rock album back in the early 80s. Romanian old bands are scarce on youtube, I'm happy a video like that exists. The song is called Urme de Pasi pe Infinit which means Footstep Traces on Infinity.
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Posted By: suitkees
Date Posted: October 17 2020 at 05:50
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Second batch of listening and feedback:
mathman: The problem of film music often is, to me, that without the film it looses some of what makes it interesting. So with Goblin: the theme is interesting, but it drags on to long for a track without the film accompanying it... Pell Mell is very good on the other hand, nice atmosphere, but the outro is a bit lingering. John 5 is quite in a hurry with his Creatures, nice but a bit conventional to my ears. Us, Today is clearly my preferred one of your selection, very energetic with some nice interplay and alternating sections, very musical. I prophesy disaster: Ah, it's been quite a while that I haven't heard the Edgar Winter Group. Classic! And a great classic it is - you hear the fun they have playing this. Like it very much and it is nice to hear it again. Fred Frith, I really like this kind of unrest he creates in his music - it has some King Crimson over it. Put this up in a restaurant and people will at least stop eating, maybe run away! Very good! (but not for the restaurant) Between these two, my choice depends on the mood of the moment. Rushfan4: Europe, a bit of nostalgia. Their albums never convinced me but back when they had their big hits I really liked some of their songs. This one is rather straightforward, but that is something I can appreciate (e.g. REO Speedwagon). It is just a great listen! The next two are a good listen too, but I'm more reserved aoubt them: I have two or three albums by IZZ, and I generally quite like their music, but The Mists of Dalriada is a bit disappointing to me; the Irish-like folk riff is nice but it doesn't go much beyond that. With Lillian Axe I remain a bit underwhelmed too: it is very nice, but it is typically a track that comes in between two heavy tracks on an album so the listener can breathe for a moment. So, maybe I should listen to the album? Ronnie Montrose's Rocky Road has a very classic feel, but classic in the good sense! Always a pleasare to listen to. I think this is my preferred one. Dr Wu23: Well, I guess you can't go wrong with Joe Walsh. The songwriting and musical qualities transpire through this track too. Just a sheer pleasure to listen to! ------------- The razamataz is a pain in the bum |
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Date Posted: October 17 2020 at 06:25
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And, as a bonus, since we are all longing for Summer again: The Durutti Column - Sketch For A Summer: ------------- The razamataz is a pain in the bum |
Posted By: Snicolette
Date Posted: October 17 2020 at 09:06
Understandable, if you are not a fan of the instrument (I actually play it, so it is a favourite of mine and do listen to a wide variety of harpists). Thanks for giving it a chance, though! And thank you for the kind comments re Tom's music. It is part of a 25 minute suite, in actuality, but does stand alone well enough. Short (and suite) was the order of the day for this poll, after all. ------------- "Into every rain, a little life must fall." ~Tom Rapp |
Posted By: mathman0806
Date Posted: October 17 2020 at 09:52
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I'm enjoying the variety here. I've been through most of these in random play over the past couple of days. I won't comment on every track. Sam (Meltdowner): My favorite is the Calibro 35. I like the 60's vibe with organ sound. Make me think of "Green Onions" in spirit. And then followed by the sax. The other were good but I've been in more lively mood. Greg (The Dark Elf): I know/have all but the Leo Kottke, and the Kottke track is the winner. A great listen. And I need to fix that I own no Kottke recordings. I got the Ashley MacIsaac album back when he had a hit with "Sleeping Maggie". Really liked that whole album. suitkees: The REO Speedwagon was a good surprise. I only think of them (with Styx) for being at the top of the charts in 1981 for Hi Infidelity (Paradise Theater for Styx). Slick album rock for that year. I've seen the name The Durutti Column but had never listened. I liked this one. It edges out REO Speedwagon as my favorite of yours. Mike (TCat): As usual, a good mix and lots to like. My favorite is Jon Hassell & Bluescreen "G-Spot". Can't go wrong with a rhythm section of Flea and Brain. And I definitely enjoyed the "glitches" throughout. Did they also add some Miles Davis samples to go under his own trumpet? French TV is a close second. I like that eclecticism. Though out of competition, I did prefer "Ciel Oevert" of the Yello tracks. The other one felt more like a build up to more music than a piece that stood by itself. Nickie (Snicolette): First, thanks for your feedback. Enjoyable as always to hear your insights on everyone's tracks. My favorites were Mason Williams and your husband's track. I think I'll give the edge to Mason Williams with Deborah Henson-Conant. (Also, nice of Greg to post the Glenn Cambell live version. I enjoyed that as well.) FatherChristmas: I always think "Give us the money." when I see your screen name.  Cool to see Ultra Seven in action with Ultraman Leo. I liked that "Cloud-Burst" track. Lewian: Salaryman "My Hands Are Always In Water" is my favorite, just edging out Startled Insects, which I enjoyed too. Lornezo (jamesbaldwin): I like the sonic ethnic trip taken with your selections. That said, I liked the 'elephant' noise form Cassiber and that was my favorite of your selections. Cristi: I appreciate your selections into Eastern Europe. So much I am unfamilar with. I recognize that Club A compilation cover for another band in previous poll. This one by basorelief is my favorite, but I enjoyed the track by Cromwell. The synths reminded me of the synths on Rush's "Signals" album. And the one by Post Scriptum, I enjoyed, but it was more for the parts, than it summing up to a whole. Enescu has been a few times, and my favorite is the first one that was posted, which goes back a ways. Maybe the third poll? I prophesy disaster: Frankenstein is an absolute all time classic for sure. Great track. I have some Fred Frith in my collection but not that one. Scott (rushfan4): Good to see your contributions. Can always count on you for some good hard rock tracks. I think Ronnie Montrose gets underappreciated, so nice to see him here. I feel like Europe is a secret favorite that shows up (not just by you) throughout these polls. Good to see Izz here. My favorite would be the Montrose track followed by Izz. dr. wu23: I enjoyed that Joe Walsh number. |
Posted By: mathman0806
Date Posted: October 17 2020 at 10:06
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Some extra posting. This is a live version of the Us, Today track I had posted before. I found this interesting as they put an effect on the vibraphone so that it sounded different from the album track, giving it a more rock/metallic feel. And then I've really been enjoying the hard rock of Band-Maid lately. I had posted a track in a previous poll, but they weren't a nominee. This is an instrumental that's part of their live set. A talented group of musicians. The drummer is fantastic (and really happy). At the top of this style right now. They can probably drop the maid imagery at this point. I think they are poised for success outside of Japan. |
Posted By: TCat
Date Posted: October 17 2020 at 10:19
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Sam (Meltdowner) - The one that left the biggest impression on me was Calibro 35. The Dark Elf - Too familiar with Michael Hedges already as I always have loved his style. I have to go with the quirkiness/punkish vibe of "Devil in the Kitchen" suitkees - My favorite out of your bunch was "Climax 4", though I really liked the too short "OK". The REO track I am already too familiar with as it is from their best album and one that I always loved. Nickie - I have to say I was rather taken by Tom's instrumental and would put it as my favorite. Mason Williams I've seen live before, by himself and with Mannheim Steamroller when he did his stint with them. I Also enjoyed Aryeh Frankfurter Father Christmas - some great selections from the Archives there, sorry they were over the time limit. I'm a big fan of Thank You Scientist. "Cloud-Burst" was fun, but not as interesting Lewian - So far I've only listened to Salaryman, which I really liked a lot. I own the Joe Jackson album, so I'm already familiar with that excellent track. I haven't listened to the other one yet. Lorenzo - I must be in the quirky mood this time around because I really enjoyed the Cassiber track most of all. Unfortunately, Stormy Six is showing unavailable but I'll try to have a listen to it later. That's as far as this slacker has gotten so far. I'll try to make a few comments on the others later this weekend. ------------- https://ibb.co/8x0xjR0" rel="nofollow"> |
Posted By: I prophesy disaster
Date Posted: October 17 2020 at 10:41
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For my third submission, it's a shame to break up a great concept album for one track that obeys the rules: Nektar - The Nine Lifeless Daughters of the Sun ------------- No, I know how to behave in the restaurant now, I don't tear at the meat with my hands. If I've become a man of the world somehow, that's not necessarily to say I'm a worldly man. |
Posted By: Snicolette
Date Posted: October 17 2020 at 10:57
Mason Williams did some very funny songs as well, which started as poems, "Them.....Whatevers" There's a funny YT of him on the Johnny Cash show reciting one. We had "The Mason Williams Reader," as well as "The Mason Williams Record Album," at my home, growing up. I still do have the LP. Had to find the video, very silly and think people will enjoy it.... Also, you are not a slacker!
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Posted By: Meltdowner
Date Posted: October 17 2020 at 11:45
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Thanks for comments on my songs, although I'm more undecided about the song I'll nominate now :D A few notes on what I heard so far: Greg: Devil In The Kitchen was my favourite, really fun song. Rodrigo y Gabriela is very impressive to watch, I'm envious of those skills, but as a song it's not to interesting. Kees: First time I heard REO Speedwagon, and it's really good. It reminded me of The Cars, I guess they're from around the same time? The Tętes Raides song is so funny. Mike: I've been wanting to check out French TV for a while, this song made me even more curious. The Scott Cossu was very enjoyable but I'd probably tag it as Soft Jazz rather than New Age. Nickie: Your husband's song was my favourite, that change halfway was quite unexpected. Never heard "Classical Gas" before, I guess I'm not everyone :P Thomas: Cool song and video, nice and cheesy :D Lewian: I'll be checking out more from Salaryman. The rhythm is constant but far from static. I loved the tone and melody of the theremin. Lorenzo: The Stormy Six video is not available. The first song was easily my favourite. Cristi: Too bad the Phoenix song is over 5 minutes. For me Post Scriptum is still the best from the bunch, very unpredictable and far from being just a technical piece. George: I never heard that Goblin soundtrack but it sounds like a ominous (a new word I learned, thanks Nickie) version of "Watcher of the Skies". I'm glad you wrote the notes I was scratching my head about where I knew that Pell Mell song from. IPD: I'm actually not familiar with Frankenstein, I just heard it on Guitar Hero :P Man, that Fred Frith track is terrific! I saw his trio around this time last year, seems like a lifetime away :/ |
Posted By: Meltdowner
Date Posted: October 17 2020 at 11:50
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I was just listening to this song in the car, I thought I'd make it my fourth choice. It sounds like a strange but pleasant dream. Dungen - Flickor Och Pojkar |
Posted By: A Crimson Mellotron
Date Posted: October 17 2020 at 11:50
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What are these polls about exactly? Never got them and I see quite a lot of them. I'd be grateful if someone explains the nature of an 'Interactive poll' to an ignorant forum user like me. |
Posted By: Meltdowner
Date Posted: October 17 2020 at 11:54
Feel free to join in
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Posted By: mathman0806
Date Posted: October 17 2020 at 12:04
Like what Sam said. More generally, it's a way to share music you like with others. Usually, polls run in two parts as described. There's a nominating period where you might suggest up to four songs and get feedback from others. Then you decide on your one nominee for the poll. After all nominees are in, there's a voting period where you vote on your three favorites (not including your own). Sometimes, we have a poll theme (this week: instrumentals 5 minutes or less, last week: any electronic music), and other times, it can be whatever you want. Often, we restrict to non-PA database artists. We have had a couple of prog themed polls too. I am couple of months behind, but this link http://www.progarchives.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=123466" rel="nofollow - http://www.progarchives.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=123466 will take you to a post with links to past polls. You can see how the polls have evolved and some of the past themes.
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Posted By: Snicolette
Date Posted: October 17 2020 at 12:25
Oh, dear, it's probably just that it (Classical Gas) wasn't played much in Portugal when it was a big hit (1968). Music used to be so much more regional before the internet came into play. Glad you enjoyed Tom's music. Unexpected changes were kind of a hallmark in his music. ------------- "Into every rain, a little life must fall." ~Tom Rapp |
Posted By: Snicolette
Date Posted: October 17 2020 at 12:58
That one didn't work here....here is for others who may also encounter this: ------------- "Into every rain, a little life must fall." ~Tom Rapp |
Posted By: Snicolette
Date Posted: October 17 2020 at 13:02
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First listen into page 3 thus far: Dr wu23: Joe Walsh “Midnight Moodies” I do know this one, I also have had the
pleasure of meeting Joe Walsh, he and my ex-employer, Geordie Hormel, hung out
together a lot. You’ll be pleased to
know that he’s a lot of fun, very witty and of course, a pretty darned good
musician. I hate it when you like
someone’s music and they end up being a jerk.
Nope, not this time. I have not
heard this in a very long time, thank you.
😊 George: Us, Today “Greetings From The Master,” live
version. They are fun to watch, and yes,
it does have a different feel. I do like
this version a bit better. Band-Maid “onset”
They are very energetic and great players. If I were at the show, I’d have to keep my
eyes closed because of all of the strobe work going on. Good, driving instrumental. I Prophesy Disaster: Nektar “The Nine Lifeless Daughters of the Sun”
I didn’t listen much to Nektar back in the day, so don’t remember this
one. I quite enjoy the early prog sound
of this, it has a very nostalgic feel for me.
This is my favourite of yours this time around, I have to say. Samuel: Dungen “Flickor Och Pojkar” Very light feeling, airy sound with some
percussion accents. I really like this, good
spacy music. ------------- "Into every rain, a little life must fall." ~Tom Rapp |
Posted By: Meltdowner
Date Posted: October 17 2020 at 13:15
After reading one of your replies I'm curious to hear the full album
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Posted By: Snicolette
Date Posted: October 17 2020 at 13:23
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I forget that about the 60's in other places in the world, the music world was just burgeoning here, then. But we missed a lot of great music from overseas in other parts of the country. If you were in LA or NY, you probably had a much wider banquet spread in front of you than in other places here.
PS, if you were speaking of Tom's music, you can certainly access it all on YT for free, or Spotify. Just watch out for other Tom Kellys....his will have the odd titles and cover art. A problem with a common name. ------------- "Into every rain, a little life must fall." ~Tom Rapp |
Posted By: TCat
Date Posted: October 17 2020 at 14:01
Apparently, comedy was his other job. Williams appeared on the Smothers Brothers many time and also wrote for SNL. ------------- https://ibb.co/8x0xjR0" rel="nofollow"> |
Posted By: Snicolette
Date Posted: October 17 2020 at 14:49
Mason Williams did some very funny songs as well, which started as poems, "Them.....Whatevers" There's a funny YT of him on the Johnny Cash show reciting one. We had "The Mason Williams Reader," as well as "The Mason Williams Record Album," at my home, growing up. I still do have the LP. Had to find the video, very silly and think people will enjoy it... Also, you are not a slacker!
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Apparently, comedy was his other job. Williams appeared on the Smothers Brothers many time and also wrote for SNL. Yes, very funny and multi-talented. Reminds me a bit of Steve Martin in that way. ------------- "Into every rain, a little life must fall." ~Tom Rapp |
Posted By: A Crimson Mellotron
Date Posted: October 17 2020 at 16:25
Got it, sounds interesting. Thank you!
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Posted By: Lewian
Date Posted: October 17 2020 at 17:22
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Fourth and last suggestion, some nice nu-jazz. I saw them playing this going out for the first time with a wonderful lady and jazz fan who now is a very good friend of mine before they had anything published; it may have been their first big gig. Great memories! Portico Quartet - Pompidou Oh, I already have to stop?? As always one out of competition (too long), but I wouldn't miss the opportunity to present the Red Snapper to the poll audience. |
Posted By: Snicolette
Date Posted: October 18 2020 at 11:41
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And catching up to this point, adding in Lewian's 2 additions: Lewian: Portico Quartet “Pompidou” Begins with
bell-like keys, very faery-tale/ballerina sounding, adds whimsical, slightly melancholy
horn and sad, yet lilting flute and some percussive accents with cymbal. I very much like this one, it also feels vaguely
Russian/folk to me, which I always enjoy.
Red Snapper “they’re hanging me tonight” Begins with foreboding sounds
and skewed keys….sometimes I have a hard time knowing with this kind of music
what is creating the sounds, the synths are so good these days. Anyway, I like the main melody that comes in
at 2 minutes-ish, this is very cinematic music, very understated. Up to that point, then it gets more….pointed
at about 3.5 minutes. Lots of edgy,
swirling guitar. Thank you for the
introduction. ------------- "Into every rain, a little life must fall." ~Tom Rapp |
Posted By: Lewian
Date Posted: October 18 2020 at 12:40
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Your comments are a treasure - wish I could write so well and could have the time to listen individually with so much attention! |
Posted By: Snicolette
Date Posted: October 18 2020 at 13:14
 I am lucky to have the time to consider each one, I know not all are quite so blessed with that luxury. ------------- "Into every rain, a little life must fall." ~Tom Rapp |
Posted By: TCat
Date Posted: October 18 2020 at 14:47
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Here's one that I should have posted....This always happens when I get looking through my library when I get a few extra minutes to do so..... Mouse on the Keys - "Toccatina" and I can't help but post Pascale Comelade, the maestro of toy instruments...."The Sheik of Araby" ------------- https://ibb.co/8x0xjR0" rel="nofollow"> |
Posted By: Snicolette
Date Posted: October 18 2020 at 16:07
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On a couple more from Mike: Mouse on the Keys “Toccatina” Very percussive (both with percussion and the
way the piano is played) jazzy-feel piano piece. Throwing in some horns in a counterpoint to
what the other parts are doing. A mover
of a piece. Pascale Comelade “The Sheik
of Araby” Of course I know the tune, but
hadn’t heard I done on toy type instruments.
Very fun and circus-y! Could have
heard this as a part of a psych LP actually, several bands did dabble in a bit
of this kind of thing amongst the lysergic pieces. ------------- "Into every rain, a little life must fall." ~Tom Rapp |
Posted By: Lewian
Date Posted: October 18 2020 at 16:19
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I have by the way listened to the list two or three times but besides doing other things. Here are just a few impressions. Overall very enjoyable with much good stuff. I know a few (Fred Frith - was considering suggesting some Fred Frith myself, Durutti Column, Cassiber). I loved Rodrigo e Gabriela at first sight. I wasn't very keen the first time when Nicky brought up Tom Kelly, but this one I like much more. I have a weak spot for waltzy stuff. The Jon Hassell and Bluescreen one is a highlight but six seconds too long.  Glen Campbell's Classical Gas version made a lasting impression; I suspect the Williams/Henson-Conant version is just as good if not better but I was more distracted when that came up so missed its quality at first go. Father Christmas: The Lost Crowns one is superb, but errr... RTFM!
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Posted By: Snicolette
Date Posted: October 18 2020 at 17:32
------------- "Into every rain, a little life must fall." ~Tom Rapp |
Posted By: TCat
Date Posted: October 18 2020 at 18:35
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Here are the ones I missed on the first time around: Cristi – love the bass on crocodilul and the overall sound of that track. Also found Walking Across Jupiter enjoyable. Geo – I really like the post rock sounds of Pell Mell, but my favorites from your selections were the Us, Today tracks, both of them. I Prophesy disaster – I’m way too familiar with the excellent “Frankenstein” for it to qualify for my vote. However, I don’t know that Fred Frith track. I have some of his albums, but he has such a huge discography, it’s impossible to know them all, so I say that makes it qualify. The Nektar track – I am also too familiar with that one. Scott – I used to
own that Dr. Wu – I’m way too familiar with Joe Walsh’s music for that one to count. He’s also one of my favs. Sam – The Dungen track is not available in my area. I’ll try to get another link to it later. Nickie’s link didn’t work either. Lewian – Portico Quartet – Absolutely love that one! Red Snapper was good too, but sad that it’s too long for inclusion. ------------- https://ibb.co/8x0xjR0" rel="nofollow"> |
Posted By: TCat
Date Posted: October 18 2020 at 18:43
Both of these are in the archives. I don't know as much about Mouse on the Keys, but I do enjoy their quirkiness. Pascale Comelade has done a lot of things with other musicians. If you notice the cover on this one, it has the title song "September Song" with Robert Wyatt trying his best to sing along. I might post that one another time somewhere along the way. ------------- https://ibb.co/8x0xjR0" rel="nofollow"> |
Posted By: suitkees
Date Posted: October 19 2020 at 03:05
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Catching up with the newly posted tracks: Mathman: The effect on the vibraphone on Greetings from the Master is also present on the studio track, but more subtle - it is sustaining the original sound but not overpowering at as in the live track. I personally prefer the studio version. The Band Maid girl power is very energetic, but musically I don't find it that interesting (but they're very good in showing off!). I prophesy disaster: You cannot go wrong with Nektar. A great track, but maybe a bit too well known to be a contender (for me). Meltdowner: Dungen, not a spectacular track but very nice and dreamy indeed - I guess this one needs an album around it... Lewian: Regarding Portico quartet a bit of the same remark as with Dungen. But I prefer Red Snapper, it's more adventurous, complex and rich (but unfortunately too long for this poll). Salaryman's track remains my preferred one of yours. TCat: Mouse on the keys, a very nice jazzy and swinging piece; nicely pulsating between piano and drums, eventually enriched by the sax. Very pleasant! Pascal Comelade is a local for me (well, a regional since I moved a bit further away) and I have seen him several times in concert - always a great pleasure. He often has this cinematographic quality in his music (and he has accompanied films regularly...) that I like every once in a while (but not too often or too much at the same time). I actually still don't know which one of mine I will nominate - they're all so different... ------------- The razamataz is a pain in the bum |
Posted By: I prophesy disaster
Date Posted: October 19 2020 at 05:47
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For my fourth submission, I choose a track from the album whose cover is my avatar. This album is not a studio quality album and the audio quality is not good, but I hope you overlook this in judging the track. I'm guessing that only diehard fans have this album, so the track won't be well-known: Van der Graaf Generator - It All Went Red ------------- No, I know how to behave in the restaurant now, I don't tear at the meat with my hands. If I've become a man of the world somehow, that's not necessarily to say I'm a worldly man. |
Posted By: Meltdowner
Date Posted: October 19 2020 at 10:58
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I think it's safe to set the nomination deadline to Wednesday night? For my nomination I was hesitating between Calibro 35 and Banda do Casaco, but I'm going with the former. I'm sure I'll nominate something from BDC in a future poll. They were the most interesting band from the 70's here but sadly not well-known, I first heard of them on PA. I ordered the Salaryman album on CD today, it's a great album and incredibly cheap. I guess it's sadly not sought after at all. Scott: Good to see you on these polls again. Very good choices, but I think Ronnie's song stands better alone. I liked it so much I ended up playing the full album right away. Dr. Wu: I didn't know Joe Walsh. Very smooth song, the flute solo really hits the spot. |
Posted By: Snicolette
Date Posted: October 19 2020 at 11:37
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And for I Prophesy Disaster's fourth choice, my initial thoughts: Van der Graaf Generator “It All Went Red” Actually, I like that this one has the kind
of production that it does, it’s how it would have been heard all sitting
around a bedroom or living room with friends, albeit it would have been much
sharper sound (maybe) live. Lots of VDGG-expected
experimental sounds with drums and horns and washy sounds in general abound in this
one. Not sure there’s anywhere to grab
on to and keep in your mind, but that’s not what this band is all about. ------------- "Into every rain, a little life must fall." ~Tom Rapp |
Posted By: Lewian
Date Posted: October 19 2020 at 12:03
Yep, they seem to be pretty much forgotten. They had a small time window of being "famous" enough to be played on German (indi) radio, which is where I know them from, and I think karoshi probably sold OK when post rock was big, but in the long run success escaped them.
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Posted By: Meltdowner
Date Posted: October 20 2020 at 11:00
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I already put my nomination up there, please tell me what's yours. |
Posted By: Snicolette
Date Posted: October 20 2020 at 11:03
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I am going to nominate Tom Kelly's piece, or I would feel disloyal. I do love the harp pieces I brought also, but for very different reasons. Thank you for allowing me the indulgence. ------------- "Into every rain, a little life must fall." ~Tom Rapp |
Posted By: Meltdowner
Date Posted: October 20 2020 at 11:19
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^ No problem. I hope I'll also be allowed to post something of mine on a future poll |
Posted By: Cristi
Date Posted: October 20 2020 at 11:21
I don't know which one to pick - Basorelief, Adrian Enescu or Post-Scriptum, you might as well do it for me.
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Posted By: The Dark Elf
Date Posted: October 20 2020 at 11:41
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I guess I'll go with "Devil in the Kitchen" by Ashley MacIsaac, since it so very different from all the other song choices. ------------- ...a vigorous circular motion hitherto unknown to the people of this area, but destined to take the place of the mud shark in your mythology... |
Posted By: TCat
Date Posted: October 20 2020 at 13:04
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I think I'll nominate French TV ------------- https://ibb.co/8x0xjR0" rel="nofollow"> |
Posted By: Lewian
Date Posted: October 20 2020 at 14:21
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Maybe a bit late for some of you, but.. I loved the live version of Us, Today. The studio version is obviously also good but the live version gave it the spark that was needed to get me into this. I'll check out this band for sure. Further very good entries: The Toccatina, the Band-Maid (powerful and energising though not quite up there with Us, Today), Lillian Axe, and the Nektar one is also nice; I think I heard this long, long ago. I'll nominate Salaryman, My Hands Are Always In Water.
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Posted By: mathman0806
Date Posted: October 20 2020 at 18:54
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I am nominating Us, Today "Greetings From The Master". Tough call, on which version, but I'll go live. |
Posted By: Meltdowner
Date Posted: October 21 2020 at 02:56
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Poll updated
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Posted By: Cristi
Date Posted: October 21 2020 at 03:02
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^ ok, thanks
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Posted By: rushfan4
Date Posted: October 21 2020 at 06:28
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I'll nominate Ronnie Montrose. -------------
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Posted By: Meltdowner
Date Posted: October 21 2020 at 07:11
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Done. I added the songs from FatherChristmas and Dr. Wu, since they only suggested one song. Only the nominations from Lorenzo, Kees and I prophesy disaster are missing now. |
Posted By: I prophesy disaster
Date Posted: October 21 2020 at 07:40
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I nominate Fred Frith - The Boy Beats The Rams.
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Posted By: FatherChristmas
Date Posted: October 21 2020 at 08:17
Er - I see the instrumental I nominated has been put down "Cloud - Burst". Thanks, but it should have been put down as "Cloud-Burst - Peachy the Band". (Band name nearly as stupid as the video  ).------------- "Music is the wine that fills the cup of silence" - Robert Fripp "I am an anti-Christ" - Johnny Rotten |
Posted By: Cristi
Date Posted: October 21 2020 at 08:20
now I hope you are going to listen to all the songs and vote for three. Once we start voting that is.
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Posted By: FatherChristmas
Date Posted: October 21 2020 at 08:22
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^Of course! ------------- "Music is the wine that fills the cup of silence" - Robert Fripp "I am an anti-Christ" - Johnny Rotten |
Posted By: Meltdowner
Date Posted: October 21 2020 at 08:28
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Fixed. We can't see more information with embedded videos unfortunately. |
Posted By: suitkees
Date Posted: October 21 2020 at 08:45
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My nomination is: Alain Bashung - Climax 4 It has been very nice to listen to all suggestions and very interesting to read all the feedback on these; this way we get to know more about everyone's musical preferences...
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Posted By: Meltdowner
Date Posted: October 21 2020 at 09:22
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^ Indeed. It's too bad we're losing participants with each poll (13 on this one). I would be nice to hear what Logan and Anders would bring to this poll. |
Posted By: jamesbaldwin
Date Posted: October 21 2020 at 11:01
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NOMINATION: Thanks to everyone for your feedback, the most loved songs seem to me those of Gilad Atzmon and Cassiber, I'm going with Cassiber ------------- Amos Goldberg (professor of Genocide Studies at the Hebrew University in Jerusalem): Yes, it's genocide. It's so difficult and painful to admit it, but we can no longer avoid this conclusion. |
Posted By: jamesbaldwin
Date Posted: October 21 2020 at 11:04
Your nomination is Fred Frith, my nomination is Cassiber: Fred Frith against Chris Cutler: Henry Cow vs Henry Cow. ------------- Amos Goldberg (professor of Genocide Studies at the Hebrew University in Jerusalem): Yes, it's genocide. It's so difficult and painful to admit it, but we can no longer avoid this conclusion. |
Posted By: Meltdowner
Date Posted: October 22 2020 at 04:28
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All the nominations are in, so we can start voting |
Posted By: Meltdowner
Date Posted: October 23 2020 at 09:00
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No votes yet? I guess I'll have to start. My votes went to Ronnie Montrose, Salaryman and Tom Kelly. I really liked Us Today, Basorelief and Joe Walsh as well.
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Posted By: Lewian
Date Posted: October 23 2020 at 09:08
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There will be votes, no worry... I think we have become too used to Mathman making a new playlist. Although of course we shouldn't take for granted that he does this for us.By the way I woke up today having this in my head, which would have been a wonderful entry here were it not for the fact that it's one of the more popular things on PA... anyway, 1:50 of impeccable instrumental beauty. |
Posted By: mathman0806
Date Posted: October 23 2020 at 09:13
| I've been packing and moving and without wifi. Just on my mobile right now. Should have internet at new place tonight. |
Posted By: Meltdowner
Date Posted: October 23 2020 at 09:51
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^ Great, thanks  ^^ I used the general playlist for reference, I got through the nominations very quickly. I love Camel but never really warmed up to The Snow Goose, I prefer its spiritual brother, Bo Hansson's "Watership Down". I became again unexplicably obsessed with this song (pun intended), I've been hearing it in my head all week.  |
Posted By: Cristi
Date Posted: October 23 2020 at 10:01
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my three choices Calibro 35 - Thrust Force Tom Kelly - God and the Flatlanders (Waltz Version) Ronnie Montrose - Rocky Road
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