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mathman0806 
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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. Edited by mathman0806 - October 17 2020 at 11:56 |
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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. |
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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.
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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 |
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Posted: October 17 2020 at 10:57 |
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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: 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 :/ |
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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 |
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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.
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Posted: October 17 2020 at 11:54 |
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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 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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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.
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Posted: October 17 2020 at 12:58 |
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That one didn't work here....here is for others who may also encounter this:
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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
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After reading one of your replies I'm curious to hear the full album
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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. Edited by Snicolette - October 17 2020 at 13:24 |
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Apparently, comedy was his other job. Williams appeared on the Smothers Brothers many time and also wrote for SNL. |
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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. |
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Got it, sounds interesting. Thank you!
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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. |
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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
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