Brian Ferry - 'These Foolish Things' (Original LP)
Brian Ferry - 'These Foolish Things' (Original LP)
Bryan Ferry - 'Boys and Girls' (Remastered CD)
I have a number of Ferry's 'torch solos'. This one is OK, but not IMO as good as his debut solo album.
Yes, I played it on Friday but didn’t listen properly like I am now - definitely a bit good! A lot of her later albums have never quite clicked with me like her earlier ones did, this one definitely has though. (Will have to revisit some of those.)Quote:
Originally Posted by Tim
Sound quality on this new one is awesome too, great production.
She followed "Little Earthquakes" with this. Includes the hit single "Cornflake Girl", and well worth seeking out if you don't already have it.
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Yup got that one, tis' a goodie - I have 15 TA albums (early ones, nothing after 2017) and seen her a couple of times, not played her for awhile mind you, but this new album is a real return to form :)Quote:
Originally Posted by Pigmy Pony
Saw her at the Norwich Arts Centre in February 1992 - quite by chance, really, but that’s what got me into her - don’t suppose there’s any likelihood she’ll be playing there again! (Unfortunately!)Quote:
Originally Posted by Tim
I’m the same as you, Tim, I loved her earlier stuff but my interest dwindled with the later releases, I agree this one is a return to form (although scanning a few online reviews not everyone agrees - do they ever?!)
No, I think that ship has sailed for sure! Last time I saw her was during a sold out run at the Hammersmith Apollo - an extraordinary performance.Quote:
Originally Posted by Alex_UK
Haha, yeah the new fans won't like it because it's more like the old stuff, the older fans like it because it is and that's before you touch on the politics. There will be a lot of American fans who really won't like that!
Anyway, those that don't like it, go play something else - as for me, I think it's great :)
Giving that one a spin now, Steve. I have a feeling it may end up being Tori Day!Quote:
Originally Posted by Pigmy Pony
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Ivan The Tolerable - Magic Smoke Chords
Oooo my.... would you look at that beauty :)
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I've seen Steven Wilson in his various guises more than any other artist - a musical genius.
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I would have to agree with you, though I've only seen PT twice and am not as keen on his solo stuff. Some of his classic Album remasters (Deep Purple, Jethro Tull etc) are inspired.
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Mescalito
Ryan Bingham
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Great album cover.Quote:
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The Last Dinner Party - From the Pyre (2025)
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I have no clue who that is? I'll have to take a listen I guess.Quote:
Originally Posted by Alex_UK
Me neither - I'll await your feedback. :)
Never Turn Your Back On A Friend
Budgie
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I seem to be disappearing down a 70s music rabbit hole!
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Yup . . .
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Overmono - Good Lies
"The Last Dinner Party is a prominent British indie rock band known for their theatrical showmanship, maximalist pop grandeur, and gothic, baroque-pop instrumentation. Formed in London in 2021, the group achieved rapid mainstream breakthrough with their chart-topping music, captivating live aesthetics, and complex lyrical themes that push everyday scenarios into mythic extremes." Apparently.
From that description I thought well that sounds like a right load of s****Quote:
Originally Posted by Alex_UK
I'm eating a large plate of humble pie at the moment and am happy to report . . . it isn't s**** :D
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It’s official: The Last Dinner Party aren’t one hit wonders. The all-female quintet, who became a breakout hit with the huge success of their debut album Prelude To Ecstasy (2024), signed to Island Records (Florence + The Machine, Sabrina Carpenter) and now confirm their talent with From The Pyre. Following in the footsteps of their idols — David Bowie, Queen, and Kate Bush — the English band deliver flamboyant new pop songs, packed with finely honed melodies and irresistible hooks. Everything is tragic and intense here. Emotions run high, and Abigail Morris’s soaring voice, like a Greek priestess, rises and falls over grand instrumental flights. Whether alone at the piano (“Sail Away”) or backed by richer, dramatic orchestrations (“The Scythe”, “This Is The Killer Speaking”), she belts out freedom and love with full lungs, even whispering in French on “Riffle”. Listeners will come to life and die a thousand times over the course of these ten tracks, which drift between glam rock and New Romanticism, produced by the legendary Alan Moulder. A dazzling tour de force sure to thrill the fans. © Charlotte Saintoin/Qobuz
Reminds me of half a dozen different turns from the late 80s early 90s era.
Very much so Martin - Alex done good, I like it :)Quote:
Originally Posted by Macca
Not the best period for music IMO. :(
My New Band Believe - My New Band Believe (2026)
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Stumbled across this whilst looking for a review of another album - not the sort of thing that usually floats my boat but one of a handful of albums I can’t stop playing this week.
“My New Band Believe is the avant-garde, experimental chamber folk project spearheaded by singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Cameron Picton, the former bassist and vocalist of the acclaimed English rock band Black Midi.”
I don’t really know how to describe it, have no idea what “avant-garde experimental chamber folk” music is, but this is rather strangely compelling for reasons I can’t really explain, especially the stories of the songs. Like nothing I would normally listen to, (and having tried his former band Black Midi I won’t be revisiting that back catalogue) so I’ll file this under mysterious.
You weren't looking hard enough Barry ;)Quote:
Originally Posted by Barry
That was my era really. Not as rich a vein as the late 60s early 70s it's true but still a lot of good stuff came out of that period.Quote:
Originally Posted by Barry
There's plenty of Ace stuff.Quote:
Originally Posted by Barry
Here you go Barry - 1987
Franks Wild Years
Tom Waits
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Hmm have to say Tom Waits wouldn't have been my first pick of an example... ;)
No, but I picked it especially for Barry :DQuote:
Originally Posted by Macca
@Macca still has a point though :lol:Quote:
Originally Posted by Tim
Yeah, but Barry loves Tom Waits
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Perhaps Tracy Chapman’s self-titled debut from 1988, Barry?
It seems I have shaken things up a bit!
Tracy Chspman, Susan Vega, etc. OK, but try as I might, I just can't get on with Tom Waits. Its his voice I dislike: sounds like a lot of phlegm gurgling in his throat. :spew:
Allow me to introduce -
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Infamous for 15 minutes, and he appeared on Panorama… [emoji846]
Ah, dear old Sheriff Fatman.Quote:
Originally Posted by Alex_UK
I think that you and I could have a very interesting music chat.
'Shopper's Paradise' was always my favourite of theirs:
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The '80s to me seemed to be dominated by ephemeral pop groups which despite having imaginative names such as: Aztec Camera; Cabaret Voltaire; Altered Images; Duran Duran; Culture Club, etc. only produced a couple of decent songs that lasted.
There were however some good post-punk bands of the '80s such as: The Police; U2 and the Cure.
Just my ten penny's worth.
I agree, much better examples of that period imo. You had 'grunge', and bands like Faith No More, Nirvana, Guns 'n' Roses, Pearl Jam, Pixies and various other 4AD labelmates, Red Hot Chili Peppers. Also a great time if you were into EDM, with The Orb, Underworld Primal Scream, Orbital, Chemical Brothers, to name a few. Really revived my interest in buying music :)Quote:
Originally Posted by Macca