planet rock

philo · Post by **philo** » Sun Nov 12, 2006 9:35 am

yes i saw the supertramp doc. i also saw one on the 'flaming lips' which prompted me to buy one of their albums - 'yoshimi battles the pink robots' - doom laden lyrics about the possible take over of this planet by androids - the band have a psychedelic sound, the lead singer, wayne coyne, sounds rather like neil young/grandaddy. i have also been listening to sandy denny, she had such a beautiful voice, i love the tracks 'crazy man michael', 'who knows where the time goes?' and 'fotheringay' to name but a few.

Pete · Post by **Pete** » Sun Nov 12, 2006 2:40 pm

philo wrote: i have also been listening to sandy denny, she had such a beautiful voice, i love the tracks 'crazy man michael', 'who knows where the time goes?' and 'fotheringay' to name but a few.

Hi Phil
'Who knows where the time goes?'
A beautiful song...now you've reminded me I'll have to go root it out. It doesn't deserve to be hidden in my collection.
So many songs to be revisited and only so much time....
who knows where the time goes??????

Pete

Pete · Post by **Pete** » Sun Nov 12, 2006 2:48 pm

Thanks to this thread I have discovered;
some more Marillion (thank you Diane)
life after Tir na Nog in the form of Scullion (thank you Dave)
some early classic Genesis (lamb lies down) but can't say whether it is classic as I haven't had the chance to listen to it yet

(thank you Diane)

and a reminder not to forget the likes of Sandy Denny (thank you Phil)

Pete

lizzytysh · Post by **lizzytysh** » Sun Nov 12, 2006 4:46 pm

Interjecting a comment here. As I follow this thread, I'm continually reminded just how much music never made it across the Atlantic. So many of these people/groups that you guys are lauding, I've never even heard of... and they could just as easily be the latest on the radio as a classic, for all I know. There are some, of course, I'm familiar with... but I'm amazed at how many I missed out on... and from my having shared some music with Phil in the past, how many you folks missed out on, too.

Well ~ I listened to a bit of a segment on Elvis Presley Friday morning, an interview with a photographer who had migrated here from Germany, and then been assigned to accompany and follow Elvis on tour [when he had never even heard of him], and then got some really amazing shots... apparently, some still unseen?? Anyway, in that segment, they played some of Elvis's music, and I cried when I listened to "Heartbreak Hotel" ~ it not only took me back to those times, but I was stunned by how crystal clear and pure his voice and musical presentation were in that song. It was strong, yet it sparkled. Absolute clarity that was totally disarming.

Okay, back to you in the U.K. ...

~ Lizzy

Pete · Post by **Pete** » Mon Nov 20, 2006 12:22 am

I've just discovered a group called 'Mostly Autumn'.
I first heard one of their songs on a free complilation cd attached to a music magazine....it was the outstanding track on the cd consisting of groups who are classed as 'new progressive'.
So I brought a 'Mostly Autumn' compilation and it has blown my socks off.
They've been going for quite a few years now, have a cult following and have many albums to their name. I am now a convert.

http://www.mostly-autumn.com/

Pete

philo · Post by **philo** » Mon Nov 20, 2006 11:19 pm

pete - i will check out that band in a moment and let you know what i think..

lizzy, i could never get into elvis for a number of reasons. isnt it weird how others see qualities in a band or artist that can totally elude you? i understand that elvis had a great voice and sex appeal, but they really dont resonate with my ear drums in a happy way.

does that make sense or am i talking gobledy gook?

it is the end of the day i suppose.

lizzytysh · Post by **lizzytysh** » Mon Nov 20, 2006 11:48 pm

Hi Phil ~

I understand totally. At my age, at that time, that voice and delivery came out of nowhere like gangbusters, though

. It was Elvis's ballads and love songs that carried me away. Have you ever heard "Old Shep" about 'his' dog? I don't think I could hear it even now without crying.

All that said, people have gone on and on and on about some singers and then I hear them

. I've also been experiencing this same phenomena with Leonard for nearly four decades, so it's not new to me... though, in his case, it is gobbledy-gook

.

~ Lizzy

Pete · Post by **Pete** » Tue Nov 21, 2006 2:02 am

Pete wrote: So I brought a 'Mostly Autumn' compilation and it has blown my socks off.

I've got no socks left now

I've just spent over an hour listening to the 2nd cd of the compilation (it's a double cd!) and I'm reinvigorated.
Some of it is like listening to a mixture of Barclay James Harvest and Pink Floyd...and Geoffrey Richardson from Caravan guests on a couple of tracks with violin. Having said this, they are not a copy of anyone as they have their own distinct style.
I'm in heaven...pure classic rock.
There are two lead vocalists..one male and one female..and they complement each other so well. The lead guitar is awesome.
This compilation is only up until 2003....now to venture beyond.
Pete

philo · Post by **philo** » Tue Nov 21, 2006 9:30 am

pete i might try and get a taster of their music on barnes and noble as i dont seem to be able to access the site.

philo · Post by **philo** » Tue Nov 21, 2006 9:46 am

pete i have tried getting on their site but it wont let me until i am sent a password... i might try and get a taster of their music on

philo · Post by **philo** » Tue Nov 21, 2006 9:57 am

pete have to dash now but just wanted to say thanks for the intro to mostly autumn, they certainly have their own particular style, i can also hear tinges of fairport convention in there. celtic/rock/acid/folk is what i might class them under. great stuff. which album should i buyas a starter?

lizzytysh · Post by **lizzytysh** » Wed Nov 22, 2006 6:18 pm

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Has anyone heard this album, yet?

Diane · Post by **Diane** » Wed Nov 22, 2006 7:34 pm

Blimey Pete, this band must be worth a listen. I have no money to spend in one hand and just a long list of cds to buy in the other. But if I was solvent I'd buy that cd just on your enthusiastic recommendation.

I have a fantasy that my ipod will connect with your computer, and Phil's and Kush's, and download each of your ten most favourite tracks of all time

.

Go gather up your socks, you'll need them now the weather's getting a bit nippy.

Diane

Pete · Post by **Pete** » Thu Nov 23, 2006 11:25 pm

MOSTLY AUTUMN biography
MOSTLY AUTUMN's music can be described as powerful atmospheric rock with a Celtic edge, influenced by PINK FLOYD, DEEP PURPLE and GENESIS, and reminiscent of 70's FLEETWOOD MAC and FAIRPORT CONVENTION. Their sound incorporates the uses of flute, violins and vocal harmonies - over a powerful band, existing of keyboards, two guitarists, bass and drums.

This band continues to grow into the classic description of a progressive band. After each disc they get better and better. MOSTLY AUTUMN currently have 6 albums to date. Third album is their most mature to date. A great mix of influences from CAMEL, PINK FLOYD, RENAISSANCE and some folkish JETHRO TULL.

Well...there's tinges of everything. yes..some tracks have a prominent folky influence and some are pure classic guitar prog and some flit from one to the other. I still say I heard BJH amongst it all

Pete

philo · Post by **philo** » Fri Nov 24, 2006 1:09 am

i have discovered a new band 'flaming lips' - actually, they are not new to anyone else but me. i saw a documentary about them a couple of weeks ago and was intrigued to hear more. they are psychedelic genre - a mix of floyd/grandaddy and others. i bought 'yoshimi battles the pink robots' - you can probably gather from the title the kind of music/lyrics they record. really worth a listen, great stuff....

pete - i love barclay james harvest. 'mockingbird' one of my faves.