Since these are out for the first time on vinyl and released late last year....
4 Non Blondes "Bigger, Better, Faster More!"
Joan Osborne "Relish"
Just received my Lucinda!
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I noticed this new lp was dedicated to her father, Miller Williams. I wasn't aware of his passing. While I haven't listened to it all the way through, it does seem more introspective so far.
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When I saw her on her "West" tour, she had a music stand with set list and lyrics. I remember finding it odd, I guess because I've never experienced an artist do that before. Her humility and the fact the she stays true to herself, I find to be a large part of her appeal and a contributing factor to her greatness as a songwriter.
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mofimadness, thanks for mentioning the Commitments soundtrack. Always enjoyed the film and the music! Reading the description, I was surprised to learn that Glen Hansard was in the movie and I never knew that. I'm a big fan. I need to watch it again soon. That 20% Valentines coupon at Music Direct is really going to come in handy.
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As far as I know, I have all of his output... solo, Swell Season, his lp with Eddie Vedder...can you think of anything else? Thanks.
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If you're like me and missed Tift Merritt "Bramble Rose" the first time around, it's just been re-released and sounds very good!
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Jeff Healey "Heal My Soul" sounds promising.
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mizike: What's not to love?, right? She is true to herself in every way, which makes her unique these days. Listening to her output gives you an insight into her world as it moves through all of her life's struggles. I can't imagine a musical world without her in it.
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Ray LaMontagne's "Ouroboros".. I'm really liking this one. Jim James producing and a contributing musician, it's a departure from Ray's past efforts and IMO, it all works just fine.
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Regarding "Bramble Rose". I've received (2) so far. The first had a small section of vinyl out at one point on the perimeter. (when you look at it or run your finger around it). Also, the vinyl was less than perfect in that it has visually noticeable hairline surface marks and other imperfections that caused some ticks and pops on both of my lps.
To Yep Roc's (11spot) credit, they not only sent a new copy after my reporting on the faults with the first copy I received but, after I reported on my experience with copy # 2, they graciously responded and said they would forward my email to their distributors and hopefully the ones who could look into the quality control at whatever pressing plant is now being used.
If your experience is similar to mine, I hope you'll take the time to express your thoughts to them as well.
A great label that could benefit from feedback from us all.
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Glen's song writing and that emotional connection/expression conveyed is, in my experience, not often heard these days.
In my current Top 10 EASILY!
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mofimadness: I wanted to take the time to thank you for your putting me onto The Frames. I don't know how I missed this band seeing how I'm a huge fan of Glen Hansard! I received my MOV copy of "Fitzcarraldo" and all I can say is WOW! This record is a perfect example of one that each of us experience sometimes that just changes everything. I highly recommend it!!!!!
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Jeff Healey "Heal My Soul" arrived. There's nothing groundbreaking, however, if you're a fan or just discovering, I'd recommend this one. While his songwriting was fine as it related to his overall style, it is his command of the guitar is what remains evident and still lovely to hear. Sonics are well above average.
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