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Which Patricia Barber album floats yer boat?

As far as my knowledge is concerned and from all the reading that I do, “Blood on the tracks” by Bob Dylan is considered to be his best album by far. For Joni Mitchell it is “Blue”. What really amazes me is that there is no general consensus on which album of Patricia Barber is the best. Some prefer “Modern Cool”, some “Companion”, some think “Nightclub” is her best album! I think it is “Café Blue” Why? Cause the two tracks numbered 9 (Too Rich for my blood), and 11 (Nardis) strike a chord in me like no other songs of her. They have the energy which seem to ooze out from the system in spades.

Which album of Patricia Barber floats yer boat and why?
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quadophile OP
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I never asked for a comparision between Patricia Barber and the likes of Dylan or Mitchell, did I?

Thanks to those who answered in a positive way.
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Vicks7,

Many have praised the musicians who accompany her in the band, she being the leader, if she was no good they would have surely left her and persued their careers elsewhere. Michael Arnopol the bass player is with her and playing since last 27 years or so. He once was lurking on Audiogon when I got a chance to ask him a few questions. He was kind enough to respond as well.
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Cwlondon,

You are not the only one praising "Split" I have heard from others as well about it. Thanks for the post which serves as a reminder.

I also noticed "Verse" being mention and agree it it another great album. Although it took a while before I stated to appreciate the contents of this album.

Again my sincere thank you to everyone who posted and expressed their views on the music of PB
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Henryhk,

Would you be kind enough to describe the contents of her new album? In what way it is better, Does it releate to any of her previous albums? What you liked personally in this new album.

I am sure there are many fans of Ms Barber on this thread and they may like to have an insight into it if they have not yet come across it.

Thanks
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for those who like percussions on the album Companion should also check out the track Nardis on Cafe Blue. The drums/percussions on this track are nothing short of extraordinary. I use it for testing equipment for dynamic range.
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Sbank,

Yes that particular piece is sure to get your adrenaline flowing in copious amounts.;)
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