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Points: 2755 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: February 16 2008 at 19:32
I haven't really had time to do more than sample the first half of Bedlam, but that very cursory listening has left me with the impression that much of the imagination and innovation that was present on De-loused has vanished.  I hope the second half is better.
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Points: 2819 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: February 17 2008 at 00:15
I don't really like the previous 11 King Crimson albums because they don't really anything like what they were trying to do with 'In the Court...' and 'In the Wake...'.

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Points: 2755 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: February 17 2008 at 00:20
LOL.  Like I said, I haven't really had time to do more than sample it.  But so far, I wouldn't compare this to the rift between Discipline and ITCOTCK.  When I've heard it enough to be confident of reviewing it, I will, but right now I haven't even got to the finish line yet.
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Points: 2819 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: February 17 2008 at 00:24
It wasn't really pointed at you at all but others I've seen on this forum. It makes me feel the people here are anti-progression, wanting the same stuff and feel the need to compare albums rather then just putting the album into its own accord.
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Points: 2819 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: February 17 2008 at 00:24
Or give each one its individuality.
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Points: 4900 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: February 17 2008 at 01:17
Originally posted by ProgBagel ProgBagel wrote:

It wasn't really pointed at you at all but others I've seen on this forum. It makes me feel the people here are anti-progression, wanting the same stuff and feel the need to compare albums rather then just putting the album into its own accord.
I hope you weren't talking about me, because I am all for progression and doing things differently each album. I just happen to absolutely loath what TMV did on this album. It doesn't mean I think a band should stay stagnant.
 
For the record, after listening to TMV's other works, I do believe they are talented musicians. I just happen to hate their latest effort. But as far as doing something different goes, I absolutely agree with you on that. Smile
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Points: 4900 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: February 17 2008 at 01:18
Originally posted by ProgBagel ProgBagel wrote:

Or give each one its individuality.
 
Or that.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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Originally posted by Sckxyss Sckxyss wrote:

If their so-called acoustic album is acoustic like Asilos Magdalena, then Dead
 
And I've decided I agree with Ghost Rider: my only problem with this album is its length. The tracks themselves are all good though, except maybe Tourniquet Man.
I like Tourniquet Man. Its actually my favorite track.
 
 
The problem with an all acoustic MV album is going to be that either A) its going to all be like Asilos Magdalena...which wasn't a bad song but it was a weak track on Amputechture. or B) its going to be too simple and plain. If they make a spanish sounding album along the lines of Al DIMeola then that would actually be interesting with a MV edge, however that's hopeful, and even an entire album like that would suck. They will have to make this a shorter album (like 40minutes) for it to evern be listenable. That's my first impression just from hearing the concept, I would have had more faith in them before they released Amputechture.
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Points: 31169 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: February 21 2008 at 21:52
Originally posted by Ghost Rider Ghost Rider wrote:

Well, just to show how different each of us are, I don't really care too much for "Wax Simulacra", while there are other tracks that I love ("Goliath" being my favourite so far). That said, I can understand why so many people where underwhelmed by TBiG... It is anything but an accessible album, and it will take repeated listens to really appreciate it. 


great minds think alike...."Goliath" is the standout track for me so far.

In general, I think this was a rather strong effort from the Mars Volta this time, and I'm very pleased I picked up this record.  I think it's their best since the debut.
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