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davemuttillo 
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Posted: August 10 2011 at 00:50 |
Proto-Kaw, headed up by ex-Kansas guitarist Kerry Livgren, has just released their fourth CD entitled "Forth". Track listing is as follows: 1). Daylight 2). Pilgrim's Wake 3). Pollex 4). Cold and Clear 5). Lay Down 6). Greek Structure Sunbeam 7). On the Air (Again) 8). One to Follow 9). Sleeping Giant 10). Things We Are Breaking 11). Utopian Dream The new CD is available through the the band's web site via Numavox (Kerry Livgren's record label).
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Posted: August 10 2011 at 16:09 |
I just saw this and I can barely contain my glee.
While all the track titles are enchanting and exciting, I must point out two reasons I'm especially thrilled:
1. "Greek Structure Sunbeam" is a song on the 1971-1973 compilation. It's a sleepy yet bright song with a lovely melody. I can't wait to hear it redone because Lynn Meredith's voice has become rich with age.
2. "On the Air (Again)" relates to the second track on Collector's Sedition: The Director's Cut. It is, in my opinion, the greatest song Kerry Livgren ever released under his own name. Amazing, stunning melody. I wonder if the song will be redone or if it is a sequel, much in the same way he gave us Portrait II and Icarus II.
In other words, DO WANT.
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Posted: August 12 2011 at 09:15 |
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I knew they were working on something so this is great news. Kerry must be at least most of the way back from the health issues so this is a must buy just as a salute to his struggle. And because I love the two PK albums I have.
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Posted: August 12 2011 at 09:17 |
They spelled fourth wrong  
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Posted: August 12 2011 at 15:26 |
 Andyman1125 wrote:
They spelled fourth wrong |
Livgren has never been a stickler when it comes to spelling ('Point of Know Return', 'Leftoverture') or syntax ("Not Man Big"). 
Just ordered my copy from Amazon; can't wait to hear it! 
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Posted: August 12 2011 at 16:34 |
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inb4 Bob & Bob do an XBOXHUEG 5 stars review basically saying that it is the best thing since the creation of the universe
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Posted: August 12 2011 at 17:39 |
CCVP wrote:
inb4 Bob & Bob do an XBOXHUEG 5 stars review basically saying that it is the best thing since the creation of the universe
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I don't believe either Bob or I have ever given a Proto-Kaw album five stars. I know I haven't.
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Posted: August 12 2011 at 18:27 |
Epignosis wrote:
CCVP wrote:
inb4 Bob & Bob do an XBOXHUEG 5 stars review basically saying that it is the best thing since the creation of the universe
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I don't believe either Bob or I have ever given a Proto-Kaw album five stars. I know I haven't.
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Guilty. Twice. 
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"Peace is the only battle worth waging."
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Posted: August 12 2011 at 18:36 |
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Posted: August 12 2011 at 19:13 |
ClemofNazareth wrote:
Epignosis wrote:
CCVP wrote:
inb4 Bob & Bob do an XBOXHUEG 5 stars review basically saying that it is the best thing since the creation of the universe
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I don't believe either Bob or I have ever given a Proto-Kaw album five stars. I know I haven't.
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Guilty. Twice.
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I thought you gave them all four stars like me. I had no idea.
For me, the new albums are each marred by a few really silly or corny tracks. When they shine though, wow.
CCVP wrote:
Epignosis wrote:
CCVP wrote:
inb4 Bob & Bob do an XBOXHUEG 5 stars review basically
saying that it is the best thing since the creation of the universe
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I don't believe either Bob or I have ever given a Proto-Kaw album five stars. I know I haven't.
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That's a shock, considering that you basically creams yourself over anything remotely Kansas-related, quite like me with DT. 
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While it's true I love Kansas a lot (seven 5-star albums for me), they put out some sour stuff too, and I say so when they do. And most Kansas-related acts don't appeal to me most of the time (incidentally, Steve Walsh, who gave Kansas their poppier stuff early on usually has created the most amazing, poignant, poetic stuff as a solo artist).
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ClemofNazareth
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Posted: August 12 2011 at 21:54 |
Epignosis wrote:
ClemofNazareth wrote:
Epignosis wrote:
CCVP wrote:
inb4 Bob & Bob do an XBOXHUEG 5 stars review basically saying that it is the best thing since the creation of the universe
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I don't believe either Bob or I have ever given a Proto-Kaw album five stars. I know I haven't.
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Guilty. Twice.
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I thought you gave them all four stars like me. I had no idea.
For me, the new albums are each marred by a few really silly or corny tracks. When they shine though, wow.
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Yeah, well I went all fanboy over 'Early Recordings' and after that I couldn't bring myself to rate 'The Wait of Glory' any lower. Which will leave me in a very difficult place if 'Forth' is anything short of stunning... 
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Posted: August 13 2011 at 03:59 |
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I'll be having this one at Progstreaming, soon
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Posted: August 13 2011 at 16:37 |
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Amazing news, can't wait for it. I am also very curious about re-recorded tracks. Collectors Sedition is superb album as well as BBA, I prefer it even over classic Kansas. The Wait for Glory was weaker though imo.
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Posted: August 13 2011 at 22:57 |
progstreaming wrote:
I'll be having this one at Progstreaming, soon
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Posted: August 14 2011 at 09:30 |
progstreaming wrote:
I'll be having this one at Progstreaming, soon
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Posted: August 14 2011 at 15:08 |
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"Incidentally, Steve Walsh, who gave Kansas their poppier stuff early on usually has created the most amazing, poignant, poetic stuff as a solo artist" - totally agree, especially regarding his last two albums.
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Posted: August 15 2011 at 14:52 |
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this alblum is majestic very 70ish first 2 r good this one is the best of catalog if u havent got it get it now masterpiece 5 stars my end
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Posted: August 15 2011 at 16:36 |
As for them "spelling fourth wrong" ... It is a play on words. Forth means forward ... so it is a cute word play ... Proto-Kaw moving forward with their 4th release.
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Posted: August 15 2011 at 18:46 |
Actually have had it for a week or so. I like it. It is a grower rather than a stunner if that makes sense. Some really good work here. Pollex reminds me of Quantum Leapfrog a little. I really like Cold and Clear. Things We are Breaking has a very Jethro Tull influenced musical break.has Sleeping Giant some great Chicago like horns in the verse/chorus and I had heard they were putting a studio version of Skont on here but I guess it didn't happen.
Well for there last g round pretty solid effort. Lynn is in good voice and they all play fine.
Here is a new interview with Kerry here:
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Posted: August 15 2011 at 20:46 |
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What is their best release?
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