I'm not a big country fan(wifey is), I'm more of a Duane Allman kinda guy but they're a few country artists I do like such as Alan Jackson, Willie, 4 Runner, etc.. The one got my attention lately is Zac Brown. That dood is putting out some serious tunes. I do wish I'd caught his show in Atlanta at the theater. Anyways, thought I'd share that ;) |
oops..I forgot to add David Allan Coe to that country list. I had to wobble back to the PC and post this, bumped into everything on the way...lmbo...just hope didn't knock any of the wifes lil collectibles over > eek |
Recent talk about Willie...
I was in the grocery store this AM. Walking down an aisle towards one of those displays right in the middle of things. This one had a collection of CDs. Of course what do I immediately spot lower right corner about second shelf up from the bottom but Red-Headed Stranger for $7.98. Of course, I had to get it. Interesting liner notes. Didn't realize the significance of it to his career or to country music. Self-financed and recorded for under $20K in a day and a half. It was his first recording for Columbia. This version: Columbia/Legacy The American Milestones; a 2000 Sony reissue produced by Al Quaglieri (not that I know who he is). Track listing seems a little odd. A couple of tracks clearly marked as "bonus". But also some before these that I didn't recall being part of the original release. Will have to check on-line about that. |
Byrds - Dr Byrds & Mr Hyde - 1968
Going thru my library this evenin and forget about most of these. That album is a worthwhile listen.
Got another after that, compilation of old tunes from 'The Allman Joys', another worthwhile listen. I sometimes forget who all was playing what back then. |
Death in June - 2008 - The Rule of Thirds
@ Shadow, another must listen to, a lil my morning music. Don't mean to wear out this thread. I'll lighten up :) |
Finally got the chance to sit down for a listen (10/10/13). Started with Prefuse 73/Vocal Studies + Uprock Narratives. Not for the uninitiated, but really fun if you like this Blip Hop type stuff.
Moved onto Blonde Redhead/Melody of Certain Damaged Lemons. Not sure how to label this band but they are indeed an alternative to the radio and a fun listen. This one is recorded quite well too.
Next up was The Dirty Projectors/The Gettysburg Address. This is not for the faint of heart but for those that like a little something different, it is a real gem. It is a themed piece that is a bit comedic in its tongue-n-cheek delivery.
Ended this listening session with The Flaming Lips/The Soft Report. This is a gigantic achievement for this band and is well worth a listen. For those who are not familiar with the Lips, this is a good way to check them out. |
Had time for a two discs today. They were Blue Sky Black Death/Noir and Grizzly Bear/Veckatimest. I bought both of these three or four years ago. The BSBD disc is fun but after nearly finishing it I think itÂ’s time to let it go. ThatÂ’s how I felt about the GB release too. I guess I canÂ’t make every purchasing decision a keeper. Oh well. Hopefully tomorrow s listening session will be more fruitful.
On Willie Nelson, I have really enjoyed seeing him play solo on cable TV with just his well-used guitar. He has a real knack for that style. DonÂ’t know if there is an album of that stuff, but if there is and somebody can clue me in, IÂ’d love to check it out. The studio albums IÂ’ve heard were too produced and I just didnÂ’t enjoy them. Anyway, thanks for any comments on Willie. The minority report rocks! |
Started off with Black Sabbath - Black Sabbath, now were into Cream - Wheels On Fire
It's old old rock kind of night here, maybe I'll close it out with a lil Widespread Panic of maybe even Los Lobos :) but rest assured I will play some more vintage rock first. |
The new Patty Griffin "Silver Bell" and the new Diane Birch "Speak A Little Louder".
Both are excellent! Diane Birch is one of my new female singer/songwriter favorites. Her debut album "Bible Belt" is tremendous. |
Busted out with a little Willie Nelson "Stardust". Not a big country fan at all but Willie's voice sounds just so real on my system. Going to be picking up his new album "To All The Girls" on HD Tracks soon. |
Drunken Boat - Dressy Hat [Yesha – 002] |
Now listening to the self titled debut from Zee Avi. She has a great old school vibe to her music and vocal style. Give her a listen. |
Tboooe...thanks for the recommendation of Zee Avi! I listened to it last night and really enjoyed it.
I also listened to the new Paul McCartney album "New". It is being touted as "Beatlesque". Not sure I agree. Need to give it another spin... |
In my current playlist. Bob marley Teres Hammond the mills bros with count Basie social distortion Barclay James harvest collective soul ray Charles king crimson reverand organdrum moby |
Glad you enjoyed Zee Avi Mofi!
Here is one obscure one if you like Fiona Apple or Rachael Yamagata: Susie Suh. Her new album The Bakman Tapes is good! |
Jerry Garcia - Lonesome Prison Blues...Friday night, wife's working and I'm a jammin. Starting the evenin off with this :) |
Jerry Garcia - Cats Under The Stars...another one my favorites. That's me for the night, hot tub time. |
Tboooe...I already have all of the Susie Suh albums and I agree, she is great. I also really like Rachael Yamagata. |
Damn Mofi! I thought Susie Suh was pretty damn obscure! You are a worthy musical opponent. :) I am going to have to really dig into my library now. |
Tboooe...here's a couple for you, if you can find them.
Liz Barnez-"Inkmarks on Pages"
Ariel Abshire-"Exclamation Love"
Both of these are EXCELLENT female vocalists and two of my favorite albums. |
Deerhoof - Friend Opportunity. Incredible record. -Alright, I admit, it was in my car. But I've listened to it four or five times. This one will hook you good and not let go. |
Janis Ian-"Breaking Silence". I forgot how wonderful this album is.
Jefferson Starship-"Red Octopus". A classic if there ever was one. |
Last night it was:
Lone Justice-"Shelter"
Marc Cohn-"Marc Cohn" |
Lone Justice! Maria McKee!! I still have their cassette tapes. I'm going to soothe you baby! I am playing Lone Justice "Radio 1 Live in Concert". |
Now listening to some Hope Sandoval and the Warm Intentions "Through the Devil Softly". Gotta pick up the new Mazzy Star album this weekend. |
Jennifer Warnes, famous blue raincoat |
Natalie Merchant-"Retrospective"
The Northern Pikes-"Big Blue Sky" |
Jennifer Warnes, FBR is great. I have the remastered version. Pretty cool. |
Tonight it was:
Rickie Lee Jones-"Girl At Her Volcano"
Roxy Music-"The Best Of Roxy Music" |
Tonight's set list was:
The Beatles-"Revolver"
Billie Holiday-"Body and Soul"
China Forbes-'78 |
Steve Miller Band, "Your Saving Grace". God bless Nicky Hopkins. |
Your Saving Grace". God bless Nicky Hopkins. Wow, does that take me back. 1970 college dorm room, smoke so thick you could cut it, towel stuffed under the door in a fruitless attempt to...well you know. Pioneer receiver w volume set to 11. Not a care in the world besides finding a cure for the munchies at 2 a.m. in the backwoods of CT. Thx for the memories, Ghosthouse. |
Same decade, similar memories, Swampwalker. The music still sounds pretty good today (okay some tracks haven't aged as well as others but still enjoying it). Also listened to Children of the Future and Brave New World last night. Planning on Sailor and Number 5 this evening (sans THC happy to say). Ciao. |
Jimmy Thackery & the Drivers, "Sinner Street". The last tune, Blues 'Fore Dawn, brings tears to my eyes. Excellent guitar that really hits home for me. |
ghosthouse-I was so young and naive then. I remember how surprising it was to hear rock played on a piano. Never had heard Jerry Lee Lewis and it was before Billy Joel. I thought Nicky Hopkins was the most amazing musician ever! |
Last night was:
Linda Thompson's brand new release "Won't Be Long Now"
The Plimsouls "Everywhere At Once" |
Patty Griffin, American Kid (2013) - excellent! |
Going old school with The Style Council, "Confessions of a Pop Group". |
Steven Wilson's new release "The Raven That Refused To Sing" on CD. Also available on Blu-ray Audio.
Great sound on all formats! |
Tonight was:
The brand new Linda Thompson release "Won't Be Long Now"...excellent. Highly Recommended! |
MoFi - is that Linda T. The ex of Richard? |
Ghost...yes, that's Richard's ex-wife. She has several solo albums out and all are terrific. |
mmmÂ…Thanks MoFi. Guess I did not know she had a solo career. I will check her out 'though I think you and Tbooe are a lot more into solo female artists than I am. Regardless, glad for your input and "Thanks" (to all the other contributors as well). |
Systen down due to basement renovation project. Thank goodness for earphones, Pandora & YouTube. Lately been enjoying Harold Budd and also Lunz (Tim Story & Roedelius). Beautiful stuff. |
Blackberry Smoke-"The Whippoorwill" I had the pleasure of seeing these guys live, in concert, on Saturday at the Ogden in Denver.
If you like kick-ass, hard drivin' southern rock-n-roll, you'll really like Blackberry Smoke. They ROCK!!!
They remind me of Black Oak Arkansas, 38 Special, Molly Hatchet that I grew up with.
"The Whippoorwill" is excellent. Almost every song is great and several are smokin'.
Highly recommended!!! |
Issa Bagayogo, "Mali Koura" |
Volbeat - Outlaw Gentlemen & Shady Ladies |
Last night was:
Mayer Hawthorne-"A Strange Arrangement" and "How Do You Do". Have you guys heard this artist? He is really, really good. His music is classified as "Neo-Soul". |
Halie Loren "Heart First"
Van Morrison "Moondance" high res |
This afternoon: Odetta - Blues Everywhere I Go. This is the best recorded CD, SACD or RedBook, that I've ever heard. My good friend Carole left me a copy in my mail box earlier this week. It is some serious good tunes. Check it out.
Finished off with Nils Lofgren, Acoustic Live. Well recorded live fun. Thanks again go to Carole.
It's hard to listen to anything else after these two because nearly all CDs that I know of cannot match the fine sound quality of these two CDs. Reference is certainly fitting here. |
