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ZZ - Jesus Just Left Chicago
Not much say really. Just a good song to chill out to with some nice guitar bits. It is pretty slow so if you aren't into Gibbons' singing then you'll probably be bored by the verses.
Not much say really. Just a good song to chill out to with some nice guitar bits. It is pretty slow so if you aren't into Gibbons' singing then you'll probably be bored by the verses.
The Prettiest Star (David Bowie)
melancholy vocals, distorted guitar, bizarre resemblance to something you'd hear in a theatrical production, cool ostinato etc. pretty cool song with bizzare unidentifiable connotations which remind you of something distant yet close.
melancholy vocals, distorted guitar, bizarre resemblance to something you'd hear in a theatrical production, cool ostinato etc. pretty cool song with bizzare unidentifiable connotations which remind you of something distant yet close.
Call me an oldies snob, but the first disc of Chicago, titled The Chicago Transit Authority (their name before they were threatened of legal action by the actual transit authority of Chicago), is top-notch music. In it's early days, Chicago was distinguished by its distinctive sound, being essentially a rock band with a brass section, and are still around nowadays, but their music became progressively worse since the first albums. I couldn't find everything I wanted on youtube, though.
Listen - My favorite. It starts with a prolonged guitar note while trumpets blare, and mantains the tempo throughout the lyrics, solo, and ending. It's just a nice song.
I'm a Man - Damn this one's a hell of a ride. At first, only a guitar strumming, but then it's joined by the drums, maracas, and other assorted instruments and the crescendo continues until the song begins. It features an awesome drum solo in the middle and it ends with a bang.
South California Purples - If you love guitar riffs, then you'll love this song. A heavily distorted riff serves as the background for this song, which has a unique feel.
Prologue (August 29, 1968)/Someday (August 29, 1968) - There's someone shouting through a loudspeaker, and then a crowd starts chanting "The whole world is mine! The whole world is mine!" until a guitar interlaces with the chants. It's a politically charged song. And it's awesome, too. The song ends at around the 5 minute mark but for some reason the video doesn't end until almost 9 minutes.
Of course, if you don't listen to anything made before the 80's you wouldn't like this. I also wanted to put "Liberation" on here (15 minutes of guitar rocking!) but I couldn't find it.
Listen - My favorite. It starts with a prolonged guitar note while trumpets blare, and mantains the tempo throughout the lyrics, solo, and ending. It's just a nice song.
I'm a Man - Damn this one's a hell of a ride. At first, only a guitar strumming, but then it's joined by the drums, maracas, and other assorted instruments and the crescendo continues until the song begins. It features an awesome drum solo in the middle and it ends with a bang.
South California Purples - If you love guitar riffs, then you'll love this song. A heavily distorted riff serves as the background for this song, which has a unique feel.
Prologue (August 29, 1968)/Someday (August 29, 1968) - There's someone shouting through a loudspeaker, and then a crowd starts chanting "The whole world is mine! The whole world is mine!" until a guitar interlaces with the chants. It's a politically charged song. And it's awesome, too. The song ends at around the 5 minute mark but for some reason the video doesn't end until almost 9 minutes.
Of course, if you don't listen to anything made before the 80's you wouldn't like this. I also wanted to put "Liberation" on here (15 minutes of guitar rocking!) but I couldn't find it.
Iron Maiden - The Clansman
One of many epics by Steve Harris, this song is based off the 1995 film Braveheart. The opening riff sounds real similar to another Iron Maiden song called "Infinite Dreams" with some added Celtic feeling to it. Blaze Bayley's singing fits the song perfect, I love Bruce Dickinson and all but Blaze does this the best. The chorus is very strong vocally with Blaze screaming. What really makes me like this song is the nice instrumental section with the great harmonies played by Dave Murray and Janick Gers. Both solos these guys play are nice sounding, melodic and very Celtic. Janick has the better of the solos on this song in my opinion. Overall "The Clansman" is the highlight of the worst Iron Maiden album Virtual XI, it's also one of the best songs Iron Maiden had written in the 1990's. 10/10
One of many epics by Steve Harris, this song is based off the 1995 film Braveheart. The opening riff sounds real similar to another Iron Maiden song called "Infinite Dreams" with some added Celtic feeling to it. Blaze Bayley's singing fits the song perfect, I love Bruce Dickinson and all but Blaze does this the best. The chorus is very strong vocally with Blaze screaming. What really makes me like this song is the nice instrumental section with the great harmonies played by Dave Murray and Janick Gers. Both solos these guys play are nice sounding, melodic and very Celtic. Janick has the better of the solos on this song in my opinion. Overall "The Clansman" is the highlight of the worst Iron Maiden album Virtual XI, it's also one of the best songs Iron Maiden had written in the 1990's. 10/10
INDIAN SUMMER - WOOLWORM
(aka: "Angry Son") gritty cathartic 90s punk rock from oakland california
"vocals were yelled at a wall with my back to the mic..bessie smith
plays throughout and we added vinyl noises to emulate the nights we spent
fucked up and passed out with the needle dragging on the turntable..a soothing
noise..16 track analog w/ 1/4" analog master.."
(aka: "Angry Son") gritty cathartic 90s punk rock from oakland california
"vocals were yelled at a wall with my back to the mic..bessie smith
plays throughout and we added vinyl noises to emulate the nights we spent
fucked up and passed out with the needle dragging on the turntable..a soothing
noise..16 track analog w/ 1/4" analog master.."
MINERAL - SLOWER
broken melodic 90s indie rock from austin texas
"I scream into the wind and laugh
as the words slap me in the face
I would gladly trade a lifetime of convenience
For and honest day or two
It's just not the same when you're staring
Into a perfect golden sunset
And thinking about how you sold your soul
To send the rain away"
broken melodic 90s indie rock from austin texas
"I scream into the wind and laugh
as the words slap me in the face
I would gladly trade a lifetime of convenience
For and honest day or two
It's just not the same when you're staring
Into a perfect golden sunset
And thinking about how you sold your soul
To send the rain away"
Megadeth - Tornado of Souls
Rust in Peace is without a doubt one of the best albums Megadeth ever released. A big reason why Rust in Peace is such a superb album is because of guitarist Marty Friedman. Marty Friedman's guitar skills are the highest of any Megadeth member in the past or present. "Tornado of Souls" is by far my favorite song off of Rust in Peace and for a good reason. Marty Friedman's solo on this song is just great and a highlight. The actual solo on here is slower than many of the others on the album, Marty Friedman shows that he does not have to shred to impress others. 10/10
Rust in Peace is without a doubt one of the best albums Megadeth ever released. A big reason why Rust in Peace is such a superb album is because of guitarist Marty Friedman. Marty Friedman's guitar skills are the highest of any Megadeth member in the past or present. "Tornado of Souls" is by far my favorite song off of Rust in Peace and for a good reason. Marty Friedman's solo on this song is just great and a highlight. The actual solo on here is slower than many of the others on the album, Marty Friedman shows that he does not have to shred to impress others. 10/10
I'm gonna copy Rocket Grunt's format to the best of my ability since, quite frankly, I don't believe my description can do this song justice.
"Wicked Game" by Giant Drag
Somewhere between Indie and Grunge. Quite 90's-esque. Sweet, dreamy female vocals. From LA, California.
The song is full of brilliant lyrics, so I'll just go with the chorus. (This is a Chris Isaak cover; these are not Giant Drag's lyrics.)
"What a wicked game to play
To make me feel this way
What a wicked thing to do
To make me dream of you
What a wicked thing to say
You never felt this way
What a wicked thing to do
To make me dream of you"
"Wicked Game" by Giant Drag
Somewhere between Indie and Grunge. Quite 90's-esque. Sweet, dreamy female vocals. From LA, California.
The song is full of brilliant lyrics, so I'll just go with the chorus. (This is a Chris Isaak cover; these are not Giant Drag's lyrics.)
"What a wicked game to play
To make me feel this way
What a wicked thing to do
To make me dream of you
What a wicked thing to say
You never felt this way
What a wicked thing to do
To make me dream of you"
Peace Sells...But Who's Buying? >>>>> Rust In Peace
just sayin'
December Flower and Behind Space. Both by In Flames. Before In Flames became another slave to Hot Topic chains around the world, they crafted some extremely interesting melodic death metal. The former, "December Flower", is probably my favorite In Flames song. Just amazing. Nothing more to be said. "Behind Space" is looked at like In Flames 'anthem'; it's pounding, aggressive, fast, and the first song on their debut, Lunar Strain. In general it's just a great song. It also showcases what Dark Tranquillity's vocalist was like in his early days, a lot rawer.
I like both albums. >=(
this is almost universally the minority opinion
Hold Me Down - Minus the Bear
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mP_DuxanJjw
Pretty nice. I'm wonderin if the album version will be different. But I'm loving this anyway. I also found some live versions of the track Excuses that weren't very good sounding. Hopefully the album version is better.
Edit: Rocket Grunt that's fantastic, thank you <3 :3
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mP_DuxanJjw
Pretty nice. I'm wonderin if the album version will be different. But I'm loving this anyway. I also found some live versions of the track Excuses that weren't very good sounding. Hopefully the album version is better.
Edit: Rocket Grunt that's fantastic, thank you <3 :3
np: Doveman - The Best Thing
For those still waiting on the new The National album, here is a track from last year's Doveman album which includes members of The National as the backing band and on this song vocals from lead singer Matt Berninger. Doveman is Thomas Bartlett and this is from his second solo album of hushed, lullabye-esque music. His simple, piano-lead style is very effecting and this is perhaps the best example of his talents (outside of "Dancing" from The Acrobat). I adore the interplay between Doveman's hushed and vulnerable vocals and Matt Berninger's deeper more world weary voice.
For those still waiting on the new The National album, here is a track from last year's Doveman album which includes members of The National as the backing band and on this song vocals from lead singer Matt Berninger. Doveman is Thomas Bartlett and this is from his second solo album of hushed, lullabye-esque music. His simple, piano-lead style is very effecting and this is perhaps the best example of his talents (outside of "Dancing" from The Acrobat). I adore the interplay between Doveman's hushed and vulnerable vocals and Matt Berninger's deeper more world weary voice.
Emancipator - First Snow
Damn. I first got a taste of this dude's music off a track he mixed with bassnectar and i just had to further pursue his capabilities. This song defines the notion of a "fucking masterpiece". Ridiculous samples. Super build-up leading into a fresh one-drop beat and dazzling synths. Everything is perfect. This is electronic music at its finest people.
Damn. I first got a taste of this dude's music off a track he mixed with bassnectar and i just had to further pursue his capabilities. This song defines the notion of a "fucking masterpiece". Ridiculous samples. Super build-up leading into a fresh one-drop beat and dazzling synths. Everything is perfect. This is electronic music at its finest people.
The Sound of Muzak - Porcupine Tree
The link above leads to Gavin Harrison's performance of the song at the Modern Drummer festival 2008, and it's masterful. I've been listening to PT for a while now, and the band never ceases to amaze me, but I stumbled upon this video one day, and it showcases why Gavin is one of the best, and most underrated drummers in the world. He effortlessly grooves and fills through the entire song, including quite a few odd time signature changes. Obviously there are thousands of drummers out there capable of that, but nobody does it like Gavin, the man is just fantastic.
The link above leads to Gavin Harrison's performance of the song at the Modern Drummer festival 2008, and it's masterful. I've been listening to PT for a while now, and the band never ceases to amaze me, but I stumbled upon this video one day, and it showcases why Gavin is one of the best, and most underrated drummers in the world. He effortlessly grooves and fills through the entire song, including quite a few odd time signature changes. Obviously there are thousands of drummers out there capable of that, but nobody does it like Gavin, the man is just fantastic.
In Absentia is such an amazing album
When I read that he is a good drummer, I decided to take a look, since I am an amateur drummer myself. I do not regret it. I am still starstruck by that performance O_o I have to check out more stuff from these guys now.
As I said, Gavin is an amazing player. I'm actually attending college as percussion/drums major (doubling in performance/music business) and through that I've gotten a chance to meet a lot of these guys live. I'm hoping Gavin decides to show up to PASIC next year, as my studio always takes a trip for it.
In Absentia is especially good, but all of PT's albums that I have so far are amazing, in different ways. Fear of a Blank Planet sends chills down my spine when I listen to it, Lightbulb Sun and Deadwing are just downright good to listen to from the first track to the last.
Animal Backwards - Minus the Bear
This was the track I was most excited to hear, I don't know why, but it was, anyway, I wasn't too keen on the intro, and I couldn't help but feel a bit ripped off that it borrowed the beat of the track right before it. But Minus the Bear threw a wicked twist on it and made this track amazing, this is motherfucking dance music done right. <3
This was the track I was most excited to hear, I don't know why, but it was, anyway, I wasn't too keen on the intro, and I couldn't help but feel a bit ripped off that it borrowed the beat of the track right before it. But Minus the Bear threw a wicked twist on it and made this track amazing, this is motherfucking dance music done right. <3
If you're a fan of Pop-Punk music, then you definitely have to give Motion City Soundtrack a listen. This is the first track from their fourth studio album "My Dinosaur Life" - which is in itself, an amazing album and worth a listen. Worker Bee is more of an introduction than anything, with a soft, clean guitar intro and harmonic vocals, before ripping into your more usual fast paced Pop-Punk. The lyrics are brilliant, as if you've ever read about Justin Pierre before, you'll know it means something. It's about him changing his life around, somewhat of a fresh start, and working towards new goals. It's a short song, but it'll make an impact on you and it's one of my favourites from the album.
You know I think My Dinosaur Life might be my least favourite MCS album. Not that it's bad at all. It's still fantastic, but some of the tracks on it just don't appeal to me as much as the stuff off of Even if it Kills Me or Commit This to Memory. I haven't really given I am the Movie much of a listen compared to the other 3 though so I can't really say. I can say that I don't think it's as strong lyrically though. @!#?@! is pretty great but the whole sensitive homeboys shit is kinda groanworthy.
Still, MCS remains one of my favourite bands ever and My Dinosaur Life isn't bad by any stretch of the word.
Oh and
The Mystery Zone - Spoon
Checkin these guys out. They're not bad, but they're nothing too special.
Still, MCS remains one of my favourite bands ever and My Dinosaur Life isn't bad by any stretch of the word.
Oh and
The Mystery Zone - Spoon
Checkin these guys out. They're not bad, but they're nothing too special.
Devin Townsend - Planet Smasher
from his album Presents Ziltoid: The Omniscient.
The whole album is full of zany humor but unmatched talent. It is a space epic of the alien tyrant Ziltoid who has traveled across the omniverse to Earth in search of the world's best cup of coffee. Dev can range from deep metal growls to the most soaring and beautiful singing, and his guitar playing is phenomenal. This guy finally ousted Chris Cornell as my favorite rock vocalist, who occupied that position for many years. This song in particular showcases everything I just said. A very funny song, but it becomes very serious at around 2:45.
Also, has anybody heard of the band Failure? They were a short-lived mid 90's alternative rock band but there's a sonic quality to their songs that I just can't pin down. Their song "The Nurse Who Loved Me" from their album Fantastic Planet was later covered by A Perfect Circle.
They had one "hit" called Stuck on You, which was later covered by Paramore. Yay?
The production is very lush and spacey but they stick close to the typical 90's post grunge mold. It's a sad thing that these guys broke up so soon afterwards and got little recognition at the time.
from his album Presents Ziltoid: The Omniscient.
The whole album is full of zany humor but unmatched talent. It is a space epic of the alien tyrant Ziltoid who has traveled across the omniverse to Earth in search of the world's best cup of coffee. Dev can range from deep metal growls to the most soaring and beautiful singing, and his guitar playing is phenomenal. This guy finally ousted Chris Cornell as my favorite rock vocalist, who occupied that position for many years. This song in particular showcases everything I just said. A very funny song, but it becomes very serious at around 2:45.
Also, has anybody heard of the band Failure? They were a short-lived mid 90's alternative rock band but there's a sonic quality to their songs that I just can't pin down. Their song "The Nurse Who Loved Me" from their album Fantastic Planet was later covered by A Perfect Circle.
They had one "hit" called Stuck on You, which was later covered by Paramore. Yay?
The production is very lush and spacey but they stick close to the typical 90's post grunge mold. It's a sad thing that these guys broke up so soon afterwards and got little recognition at the time.
Oh, Commit This to Memory is by far a better album overall, that's for sure. I like a lot of the stuff from Even if it Kills Me as well, but I think My Dinosaur Life is better than that overall. But speaking of Even if it Kills Me...
Another master-class from Motion City Soundtrack. A different take on a generic Pop-Punk song; it's a really sad, depressive song really, but the tempo still keeps you hooked. The lyrics are magical again, I think Justin Pierre is a genius when it comes to song-writing. A musical genius.
The truth is I'm too tired to play pretend.. This is goodbye, this is, the end.