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avestin 
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 Posted: March 07 2007 at 08:55 |
This is another one I am planning to buy soon, but for some reason it is quite expensive. SO I am waiting some more to find it at a lower price (saw it for ~25$).
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Harkmark
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Posted: March 07 2007 at 12:16 |
An excellent album!! |
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avestin
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Posted: March 07 2007 at 21:03 |
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I recently bought an album I was interested in since Erik interviewed the band in question. The Chilean band ANGULART
I am still unsure how to describe them (and thanks to three good reviewers I won't have to do much) but so far I can say there is some metal in their sound, but this is not a metal band (if you see what I mean), There is also a curious use of characteristics of older symphonic prog and yet this is not a symphonic prog band. The vocals may be a bit alienating, but they fit well with the overall gloomy yet dynamic feel of the music.
Here's their bio written by Erik who also interviewed them and you can read it here - http://www.progarchives.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=17538
ANGULART biographyHere is a CD from the very southern point of South-America: the debut album "Donde Renacen Las Horas" by Chilean progrock band ANGULART featuring Alfredo Bown Cuello (vocals/quena), Mauricio Flores Sanchez (bass), Alvaro Graves Fuenzalida (guitar/charango), Ricardo Perex Cea (drums) and Nazario Tabilo Poblete (synthesizers, organ, piano). It’s hard to describe their music, it sounds rather original although I can trace elements from the early Italian progressive rock movement (BANCO, Le ORME, Il BALLETTO DI BRONZO) and the Brazilian bands from the Eighties and Nineties (like LOCH NESS).
The debut album “Donde Renacen Las Horas” opens with average prog metal (thunderous rhythm-section and biting guitar) but after a few minutes it starts to become very interesting: many captivating changes of acceleration, surprising breaks and great solos on guitar and keyboards. The band contains good musicians but I’m blown away by the alternating and spectacular sound of senor Poblete on his synthesizers (dazzling runs), piano (swirling play), strings (orchestral), organ (heavy floods) and even accordion. He gives every song a special flavour, topped by the strong and biting guitar work. The 10 compositions alternates from heavy, up-tempo and jazzy to bluesy, bombastic and dreamy, ANGULART keeps your attention for the full hour! If you are up to a compelling, varied musical trip and typical Latin-American vocals (an emotional undertone) this sensational debut-CD will please you. Reviews of their album - Donde Renacen las Horas
ANGULART — Donde Renacen las HorasReview by Cesar Inca (César Inca Mendoza Loyola)SPECIAL COLLABORATOR Symphonic Prog Specialist
Posted Sunday, October 10, 2004, 19:36 EST | Permanent link ANGULART — Donde Renacen las HorasReview by erik neuteboom (erik neuteboom)SPECIAL COLLABORATOR Symphonic Prog Expert
Posted Tuesday, October 26, 2004, 17:51 EST | Permanent link ANGULART — Donde Renacen las HorasReview by sinkadotentree (john davie)PROG REVIEWER
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Nihonsei
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Posted: March 08 2007 at 12:36 |
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I have no ever read the entire thread, but I strongly recommend to Asgaerd-In The Realm Of Asgaerd, its a fantastic band and really unknown.
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avestin
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Posted: March 08 2007 at 18:50 |
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ESTRADASPHERE - Palace Of Mirrors (2006) This album has great music on it, performed very well (they have a tight sound), and their repertoire of influences here suggests that they love music fomr all over the world. You have Gypsy tunes; Greek bits (there is this guitar on the second track which reminds me of tunes that are usually played in weddings, a popular sort of music, which normally I don't like much, but here, sort of out of context, sounds much better); metal (great heavy guitar riffs, but no vocals to accompany it); come classical music influences; movie soundtrack (track 4) etc.
At times the name Mr. Bungle might be conjured up (first and second albums), but this is at certain points and not throughout the album - and this relates to direct soundalike patterns (usually in the heavier parts where they go more crazy); most of the time they are not clones at all, but they do reside in the same ballpark of a melange of styles - both within a track and overall eclecticism. But, I find that actually Discus is much more of a Mr. Bungle influenced band.
Great tunes, melodic, and not insane for the sake of insanity, but for the sake of creativity and melody. If you, like me, love music without any boundaries for this genre or the other, and like it being mixed like this, then this should be right up your alley.
One of 2006 most entertaining releases. What I also like here is the variation in the instruments.
I like to put this in the evening/night to relax from all the "filth" of the day. You'll find yourself moving to the music.
Here is how they describe themselves in their website:
Estradasphere dedicates their art to interpreting and developing the underlying musical currents of time and place. Rather than shamelessly showcasing their instrumental prowess, the six-piece (rock?!) band from Santa Cruz, California draws on their broad scope of musicianship to explore the possibilities of the future, and more importantly, the past. One moment, Estradasphere may manifest a Romainian gypsy tune through the psyche of an angsty suburban teenager, then be walking a musical path much traveled simply to uncover some semblance of a better time. Connecting to music by playing real instruments (violin, upright bass, guitar, accordion, organ, Japanese Shamisen, drums) and a shifting variety of instrumentations (chamber ensemble, jazz combo, gypsy metal band, 60s film rock, etc.) Estradasphere holds the door for our individual and collective understanding of music. Of interset is the side project of some of them (Murray) called The Deserts of Traun which has released so far one album out of a trilogy.
Of similar interest is Miasma and the Carousel of Headless Horses - Perils. Perhaps not as crazy and heavy, yet one thrilling album which is darker and sombre. But what great tunes.
And then naturally come in other in this camp - Secret Chiefs 3, Gods of Shamisen and there are more.
An online store with all those (but certainly not the only one): http://www.lobefood.com/
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avestin
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Posted: March 09 2007 at 21:14 |
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After being exposed lately to some of the jazz/avant jazz and related scenes I ordered several cd's from various groups/ensembles/musicians and among them were several of the projects of guitarist Nels Cline.
Obviously, he's not the only one I got to konw in this "research" I am doing, but I thought of starting with him.
Instead of me introducing him, let me point you here - http://www.nelscline.com/
and here - http://www.allaboutjazz.com/php/article.php?id=14490 where you will find the most elaborate bio and projects descriptions.
Here is a shorter biography - http://www.allaboutjazz.com/php/musician.php?id=2885
Here are some reviews of the albums I purchased:
On another note, I have received the new Shining album - Grindstone and I am impressed. Hard to describe as this is somewhat mixed up, but there's some heavy rock, punk, metal, fusion, electronics and on and on....
But why listen to me, read about it here:
This will be a fresh "air" for people looking for it. Though you have to be prepared for some aggressiveness and it is also a good chance to let out some steam while listening to it.
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avalanchemaster
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Posted: March 09 2007 at 23:03 |
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Avestin, thanks for the input....I think I might have to pick some of this up!
btw, did you put any of these links in my Avant Jazz thread?
I think this belongs there as well.
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avestin
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Posted: March 10 2007 at 00:01 |
Done.
 And to continue this line of music, here's another album I got at Waysude (4$ so very worth it) - Rich Woodson's Ellipsis.
Here's a description I got from several websites:
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Rich Woodson is a self-taught composer and guitarist who grew up on hard rock and heavy metal in Nashville, TN and San Antonio and Austin, TX. His major musical influences are Tim Berne, Frank Zappa, Watchtower (the 1980's Austin metal band, who invented the "technical metal" subgenre) and composer Charles Wuorinen. This debut CD is a bold and brilliant synthesis of avant, rock, modern jazz and contemporary composition. A quintet using the simple instrumentation of tenor sax, soprano sax, guitar, acoustic bass & drums. There is simply so much musical information going on here that I am sometimes reminded of the first time I heard Trout Mask Replica where multiple playings are necessary to reveal all of the hidden musical treasure... Ellipsis is Peter Epstein and Aaron Stewart on saxes, Richard Woodson on el. guitar & compositions, Mat Fields on acoustic bass and John Hollenbeck on drums. A most impressive progressive debut from a local guitarist and composer who has been at our shop a few times through the years. I also recognize both sax players - Aaron Stewart also comes to DMG often and plays for Muhal Richard Abrams & just saw him with the Julius Hemphill Sax Sextet at the Vision Fest this week. Peter Epstein has cds on MA and is in a trio with Tronzo & J. Granelli. Drummer John Hollenbeck's name seems to pop up in many different downtown units. This release features the music of a very talented newcomer - Richard Woodson. The instrumentation here would lead one to anticipate that this a jazz ensemble, but this is not the case. Although these are jazz players, this music is not involved with swinging, yet it is still rich and varied in content. On the other hand, it doesn't rock hard either. The writing/playing is still somewhat busy, but never too dense and always intricate and well centered. All but two of these pieces are pretty short, yet constantly change to keep everyone on their toes. This music is not about solos either, it is about challenging ensemble playing. It is surprising to hear an acoustic bassist in this progressive context, yet it consistently works. This wonderful music probably comes from a more modern classical background and occasionally reminds me of Henry Cow or Gentle Giant, but not as far out. There are a few layers of inter-locking parts which are in constant motion, so it takes concentration to hear all that is going on. Rich tells me that Ellipsis hasn't played live in three years, so I will have to give them the opportunity to come out of hibernation once more. Prog-heads show your support and purchase this fine work" -BLG "
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Drew
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Posted: March 10 2007 at 11:35 |
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Nemo.
This band is incredible. I can't believe they have no popularity at all!! Check them out- (they DO sing entirely in French, however, but I got used to it!) |
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avalanchemaster
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Posted: March 10 2007 at 11:37 |
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I just got a copy of Rich Woodson's Ellipsis- Control and Resistance.
this disc features some of the most crazy complex avant jazz with a generous helping of collective harmonic dissonance that is very rewarding to listen to. I also ordered their newest disc "the nail that stands up gets pounded down"....... great stuff and recommended to everyone indeed! |
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Posted: March 11 2007 at 12:52 |
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I am still a "newbie" so forgive any ignorance I may show. On the subject of new bands, I am a BIG fan of instrumental progressive music, especially guitar-driven instrumentals. There is a band from Chicago, Illinois called "Hess" who I would recommend for a ballot of new bands to check out. It is emotional and yet, can be esoteric but that is why I love prog. "Hess" has two CD's available from Guitar9 records titled "Opus 1" and "Opus 2". It is complex like KC, it is novel-esque (if the word exists) like Rush and it is just some great music. The band does have a web-site and I believe there may be soundbytes available. I stumbled across them by chance. Like most, I try to read all posts on such bands, both good and bad, and make my own decisions. So, if you wish, check it out and feel free to correct me.
Thank you!
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Posted: March 13 2007 at 04:38 |
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Check out The Observatory (www.theobservatory.com.sg) please. Their forthcoming latest album is gonna be a serious monster combining prog, avant-garde, folk, postrock etc and was produced and mixed by Jorgen Traen of Jaga Jazzist fame..........
cmon now!!!!!!! |
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Elektroninen
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Posted: March 13 2007 at 09:51 |
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(greets from finland)
I'd strongly recommend you guys to check out these Finnish bands:
KTU
Waltari
and maybe this too:
Von Hertzen Brothers
Let me know if you liked them :)
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Soul Dreamer
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Posted: March 13 2007 at 23:01 |
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I recommend everybody who didn't listen yet to it to check out Gazpacho - Night
Greatest album IMO since "Second Life Syndrome" of Riverside (totally different though).
Check out some of the songs at: http://www.myspace.com/gazpachomusic
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To be the one who seeks so I may find .. (Metallica)
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http://www.tsullivan.net/covers/sow.jpg Renaissant South Of Winter In the seventies, musicians had basically free range to rehearse and record whenever their muse tapped their shoulder to dance. Today's artists suffer from the restricting ticking of corporate wrist watches as they try in vain to create and develop something good while working in an over turned hourglass. The end result is usually always the same, a paper thin product with all the memorable qualities of a roadside meal. Terry Sullivan from the brilliant seventies band, Renaissance knows what the freedom of those golden days were like and took his time recording his first solo record, "South of Winter". Those of you familiar with the music of Renaissance know the meticulous structure and grace of their songs. This trademark commitment to perfection defined them as one of the forerunners of progressive music. From the resonating opening notes of the perfectly titled opener, "Carry Me Home" into the lush verse and chorus it becomes apparent that this dedication to strive for perfection has not been diminished over the years. Knowing this was to be his most personal project he enlisted the people dearest to him. Terry assembled a close circle of family and friends including his wife Christine on vocals and the magnificent John Tout of Renaissance fame, not just reliving but reviving his legendary keyboard work. This results in a familiar and welcomed homecoming of sorts for the listener, leaving them wrapped in a blanket of their fondest memories. Christine Sullivan's soothing and alluring vocals beckon the listener to lean a bit closer to the fire and be warmed by her caressing tales of love and loss. "Alone" addresses the universal humanness of closing oneself off from emotional contact with the ones we are closest to with the questioning chorus of, "Tell me why...why build a wall so high?" lingering in full regret. Bands such as The Coors, Enya and even Kate Bush owe a dept of gratitude if not a small weekly deposit into Terry's bank account as thanks for his groundbreaking work in helping to develop this intricate style of music. The production warmth of this record is wonderfully layered with each musical brush stroke helping to create an aural masterpiece. Terry handles the vocals on several songs such as "Careless" and "Cold Flames" both with themes of desperation and delivered with all the pathos and wisdom of a lover lost in a maze of reflection. Hearing John Tout play keyboards once again is likely to be some of my favorite moments on a record filled with many special reunions. Betty (Thatcher) Newsinger returns to contribute some of the sparkling lyric that propelled Renaissance into popularity back in the seventies with such progressive staples as "Carpet of the Sun", "Northern Lights" and "Ashes are Burning". Is it any wonder that with this entourage comprised of both familiarity and family that the end result would be nothing short of magical? The themes here are passionate and more importantly personal and real. Quite a "renaissance" from what passes as music on the radio these days.
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Posted: March 16 2007 at 04:35 |
Jim Pembroke (Hot Thumbs O'Riley) - Wicked Ivory Jim Pembroke, leader of the acclaimed Finnish progressive rock band Wigwam, released his debut solo album WICKED IVORY in 1972 under the pseudonym Hot Thumbs O'Riley, a disguise borne to allow the musician to travel further into the quirky than with his already eclectic band. Ex-pat Englishmen Jim Pembroke moved to Finland in the 1960's and found himself at the center of a progressive musical explosion. He went on to become an integral part of the legendary band Wig Wam but quickly realized that even the experimental Wig Wam would not be enough to satisfy his more esoteric creative urges. As a result, he began to issue occasional solo works, the first of which was "Wicked Ivory". Backed by other Wig Wam members, this album comes across as almost a lost Wig Wam release, although far more quirky and yet somehow laid back. Features members of Wigwam and Tasavallan Presedentti. Edited by Man Erg - March 18 2007 at 05:20 |
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Do 'The Stanley' otherwise I'll thrash you with some rhubarb. |
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Posted: March 17 2007 at 06:46 |
I second this one.  His other solo releases are very different to "Wicked Ivory" - much more conventional, but still very much worth a spin (especially "Pigworm"). Pembroke must be one of the most under-appreciated songwriters of our time. |
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erik neuteboom
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Posted: March 17 2007 at 08:16 |
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Live In Rio by Apocalypse, recommended to all neo-prog fans, especially the early Marillion freaks
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Posted: March 17 2007 at 23:50 |
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Astral Doors in prog metal
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Man Erg
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Posted: March 19 2007 at 07:40 |
Julie Tippetts - Sunset Glow (1975) 1. Mind of a Child — 5:10 2. Oceans and Sky — And Questions Why?) — 5:15 3. Sunset Glow — 8:00 4. Now If You Remember — 1:56 5. Lilies — 5:53 6. Shifting Still — 4:27 7. What Is Living? — 2:31 8. Behind the Eyes (For A Friend,R) — 5:20 total time 38:00 Line up Julie Tippetts, vocals, piano, acoustic guitar, percussion; with Brian Godding, guitars; Keith Tippett, piano, harmonium; Mark Charig, cornet, tenor horn; Elton Dean, alto saxophone; Nick Evans, trombone; Brian Belshaw, bass; Harry Miller, bass; Louis Moholo, drums |
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Chilean band AngulArt (yes, both A’s are capital) turned out to be one of the most impressive revelations in the current South American prog rock scene, and also a golden promise for prog rock in a worldwide context. The intensity and splendour if their debut album “Donde Renacen las Horas” clearly support that, and the use of their own Spanish language for their lyrics should not be a distracting factor to keep the non-Spanish speaking listener from enjoying it. The AngulArt sound is the result of a clever confluence between the epic orchestrations of good old symphonic prog, the incendiary power of Rush and the sophisticated energy of prog metal, with added touches of jazz rock and organic psychedelic keyboard-based ambiences. The four instrumentalists manage to work effectively as a cohesive unit, yet it is obvious that Nazario Tabilo Poblete’s synthesizers stand out as the main focus in the band’s overall sound. Meanwhile, Alfredo Bown Cuello’s singing reflects the anger and existentialist confusion that is exposed in most lyrics with emotional conviction. Actually, this was meant to be, since “Donde Renacen…” is a concept-album based upon the furious struggle of the human soul to overcome the destructive power of hopelessness in our everyday life in order to find a light of hope that helps us to keep some kind of faith toward the future, for both the individual and humankind, a quest that is clearly stated in the track ‘Locuzco’ (after the brief intrumental intro 'Despierta'). The “happy ending” to this quest for hope explains why the closing track 'Ámbar' exhibits such an air of optimistic apotheosis. It’s an excellent track, indeed, but my personal favorites are among the most somber numbers: the three part suite 'Judas' is a perfect example of the band’s ability to perform captivating melodies, complex rhythm patterns and mood shifts with total fluidity; 'Acta Non Verba' is irresistibly full of emotional density and dark reflectiveness; 'Generando Ciegos' is another fine showcase for effective playing of complex material. Overall balance: 4 stars, perhaps 4 ½ - a great debut, indeed, and a preferential item in 2004's prog rock scene.