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Post by Shutter Girl on Jun 13, 2005 22:09:57 GMT -5
When I was a kid (we're talking 2nd to 6th grade) I was very into Loggins and Messina. They were my fave band of all time, I sat there in front of the stereo and listened to them for hours on end. I know what you're thinking, I was into Kenny Loggins. Nope, Jimmy Messina was the one who floated my boat, his gorgeous voice and smoldering guitar parts made my pre-teen heart go pitter patter. About a month ago I discovered L&M were doing a reunion tour. To be honest, I hadn't listened to them in years -- all of their music on vinyl. So, I bit the bullet and bought concert tickets ($176 and 3rd row seats later) and their famous double live album, On Stage. After I had ordered it I had a dreadful thought: What if I get this cd, put it in and realize that they suck? I've learned so much about music since I've been a kid, they couldn't possibly live up to my memories of them. Well... I was wrong!! Loggins and Messina's platinum album lives up to its legacy and sounds as fresh and clean as it did in '74. Their harmonies were some of the best in music and their band full of talented musicians with a taste for improv. Could be that I love it better now than I did then. Is that even possible? I guess my dear hubby will find out when he's sitting next to me on August 9 when I'll be singing my little heart out.
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Post by MaxQuad on Feb 3, 2006 8:25:44 GMT -5
3 February 2006 Rediscovery: Captain Beyond
Today has proven to be a lazy Doha day, with time spent listening to music by the empty and partially reconstructed pool at Plaza Garden. The skies were clear, the breeze was refreshing, the music was from Captain Beyond's debut album.
Formed in 1972 by musicians with roots in Iron Butterfly, Deep Purple, and Johnny Winter's band, this quartet's first album still pleases greatly after all these years. The guitar riffs, both electric and acoustic, are catchy and extremely well performed. The rhythm section is strong throughout. The songs flow one to another, with occasional revisiting of musical and lyrical themes, giving the album a unified feel. One listen and you will find yourself singing Dancing Madly Backwards or Thousand Days of Yesterdays during the rest of your day. It is strong from start to finish.
(As I listened, I couldn't help but here a bit of PT now and again, which was a surprising flash of familiarity for me.)
For those haven't heard this album, I would recommend it as a great reminder of the fertility of the early 70's musical scene. It is simultaneously hard and light, catchy and complex, fresh and timeless. So many bands making great music, not all of them hailed as stars at the time - yet the staying power of the music proves differently.
MQ
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Post by Shutter Girl on Feb 4, 2006 11:40:45 GMT -5
Nice comments, Max!
I hate to admit this but this 70's rock afficianado has never heard of Captain Beyond (egads!). It's amazing that you heard some PT in there, I have to hear this! Where does one start, their debut album?
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Post by RepairmanJack on Feb 5, 2006 0:42:20 GMT -5
I also never heard of them. Max thanks for the insight! SG and I will have to try and get a hold of this
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Post by MaxQuad on Feb 5, 2006 11:51:46 GMT -5
I hate to admit this but this 70's rock afficianado has never heard of Captain Beyond (egads!). It's amazing that you heard some PT in there, I have to hear this! Where does one start, their debut album? Well, you can't get much past their debut. Three albums total - only two while originally together. The second album is significantly different than the first. The one I discussed was the debut - a self titled debut. Amazon.com should have a remastered version available. If I was home, etc. - I'd send you a copy, but...I'm not home. MQ
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