Caravan's 'Love Song with Flute' - new version

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   Fruits de Mer Records is a bit chuffed to announce the release of a new limited edition 7" vinyl single by The Flaming Gnomes, featuring their version of the Caravan pop-psych/popsike (or whatever) classic, 'Love Song With Flute'. 

Check out a preview of the track at www.myspace.com/fdmer2 
or buy it dorect from us at www.fruitsdemerrecords.com

Many thanks to Ralph Cross at www.caravan-info.co.uk for his kind words of support...

"How does one follow the wonderful original? I guess you do what the Flaming Gnomes have done. They show respect for the 1968 version, producing a sympathetic cover which follows the path of the original, while adding some alternative touches, coupled with the use of modern technology.

The whole thing gels well - good  musicianship and obvious empathy with the music of Caravan - I'm sure the original members will be supportive of this new version. 

While Sam Smith's vocals are unlike Pye's (who could replicate that), they sit well with the song and a special mention must go to Phil Barrett, who takes on the role of the great Jimmy Hastings on flute for this version and does a more than adequate job.

Well done Flaming Gnomes and good luck with the release. I can certainly see Caravan afficienados wanting a copy of this. Remember it has been made with love and affection: the drummer William Hayter is a long standing and loyal fan"

http://www.caravan-info.co.uk

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Fruits de Mer Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Reviewer page Forum Newbie Joined: May 09 2008 Location: UK Status: Offline Points: 12	Topic: Caravan's 'Love Song with Flute' - new version Posted: June 23 2009 at 03:41
	Fruits de Mer Records is a bit chuffed to announce the release of a new limited edition 7" vinyl single by The Flaming Gnomes, featuring their version of the Caravan pop-psych/popsike (or whatever) classic, 'Love Song With Flute'. Check out a preview of the track at www.myspace.com/fdmer2 or buy it dorect from us at www.fruitsdemerrecords.com Many thanks to Ralph Cross at www.caravan-info.co.uk for his kind words of support... "How does one follow the wonderful original? I guess you do what the Flaming Gnomes have done. They show respect for the 1968 version, producing a sympathetic cover which follows the path of the original, while adding some alternative touches, coupled with the use of modern technology. The whole thing gels well - good musicianship and obvious empathy with the music of Caravan - I'm sure the original members will be supportive of this new version. While Sam Smith's vocals are unlike Pye's (who could replicate that), they sit well with the song and a special mention must go to Phil Barrett, who takes on the role of the great Jimmy Hastings on flute for this version and does a more than adequate job. Well done Flaming Gnomes and good luck with the release. I can certainly see Caravan afficienados wanting a copy of this. Remember it has been made with love and affection: the drummer William Hayter is a long standing and loyal fan" http://www.caravan-info.co.uk
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