The Monthly Music Trading Post

CanwllCorfe · 04-08-2010, 04:39 PM

Dieselboy sent me: Rob Dougan's Furious Angels

He had said that he didn't have anything really "depressing" so he sent this. I didn't know what to expect cause I never heard of him before but I knew he liked Electronica so I was excited. Then I started listening to it. A mix of vocals, classical, and Electronica.. had I known such an album existed I would've had it a long, LONG time ago. Some songs are more on the Electronica/Vocal side of things like Nothing at All and some on the more Classical side like Will You Follow Me? The majority though are a summation of the two. To me, it sounds like something I'd listen to at the end of the world. That's good and bad. Good, because it sounds like the end of the world and is very commanding and powerful but at the same time it's quite melodramatic. There's something about the melodramaticism that separates it from those annoying bands like Epica. Overall, something I thoroughly enjoy and definitely will be listening to quite a bit! 8+/10

duga sent me Ser Jorge - Cru

I had no idea what to expect when I heard "portguese singer". I'm a finicky mofo when it comes to music and because of my OCD, I tend to either stay inside my box or go WAY outside of it. One note in a melody can make it or break it. I get very clear images in my head from certain notes and chord progression; a beach at daytime or nighttime, cloudy or sunny, what I'm looking at, where I am, why, etc. This whole CD just feels so lighthearted and makes me feel like I'm on vacation and I'm standing with my sunglasses on, sweating like a mofo, wondering if I should go to the beach or see if Kristy is done at the spa and then get something to eat. Then there's songs like Fiore de la Citta that sounds like the soundtrack for the morning where you're awake earlier than you should but, for once, got enough sleep. You're in a good mood and no one's going to screw that up. It's not very often that I get so much positive imagery from one CD. This is PERFECT summer music. THANK YOU! 8+/10

Note: Furious Angels made me think of a Rainy Sunday in front of an old church I use to go to called St. Matthews. It also used to be our movie day.. and it also makes me think of muted colors and cinnamon buns.

duga · 04-09-2010, 05:44 PM

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Originally Posted by CanwllCorfe

duga sent me Ser Jorge - Cru

I had no idea what to expect when I heard "portguese singer". I'm a finicky mofo when it comes to music and because of my OCD, I tend to either stay inside my box or go WAY outside of it.

It's not very often that I get so much positive imagery from one CD. This is PERFECT summer music. THANK YOU! 8+/10

Yeah, I was a bit nervous sending it but I really feel more people need to listen to Seu Jorge. He is incredibly talented, and as you said, the CD is just one big happy trip. I play it on sunny days all the time. I'm glad you enjoyed it as well!

Now to review yours:

Library Tapes - A Summer Beneath the Trees

I've received a few recommendations from CanwllCorfe before as well as checking them out in his posts around MB, so I trusted his judgment so far. Overall, this album was very enjoyable. It is very slow and melodic experimental music. I wouldn't go so far as to call it ambient, but it definitely creates and atmosphere and draws you in. Library Tapes is pretty much one guy from Sweden named David Wenngren.

I would love to comment on individual songs, but there really isn't a standout. It all kind of blends together into one giant music experience. One big complaint I have for the album is I really wish there was a bit more variation in tempo. I listened to the album a couple times, each time spacing out and getting lost in my own thoughts. Though it was enjoyable, it's not something I think I will turn to all the time. It is good for reading or when you are doing something that requires minimal distraction.

I'd give it a 7/10 based on the talent this guy has and how he succeeds in accomplishing what he set out to do...and that is create atmosphere and imagery in your mind through nothing but instrumentation.

Thanks, CanwllCorfe!

CanwllCorfe · 04-09-2010, 05:48 PM

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Originally Posted by duga

I listened to the album a couple times, each time spacing out and getting lost in my own thoughts.

Yes, this is me. I tend to listen to music that doesn't require active listening because my mind moves too fast to really pay attention to what I'm listening to. That's why a lot of the music I listen to is atmospheric and creates feelings because things like "words" won't usually register. I'm glad you liked it!

storymilo · 04-10-2010, 04:16 PM

Duga... coool.

I'll be getting you an album shortly then. Anykind you'd particularly like?

duga · 04-10-2010, 04:24 PM

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Originally Posted by storymilo

Duga... coool.

I'll be getting you an album shortly then. Anykind you'd particularly like?

Well, we have super compatibility on last.fm, so I leave it entirely in your hands. What about you, any preference?

storymilo · 04-10-2010, 04:33 PM

I'll be happy with anything (as long as it's good)

And I didn't notice our uber compatibility... this is cool.

Bulldog · 04-15-2010, 02:45 AM

Bumped to say that there is now a swap of index...of sorts. Owing to character space and only one post vaguely resembling a placeholder, I could only put the data for so many weeks in there. NumberNineDream dream was kind enough to collect the data right from the beginning of this thread (which is 23 swaps' worth of data), so an opportunity to say thanks a bundle for your efforts - hats off to ya.

And you can click here to take a look at the index. New data will of course be added to it as it arises.

abdullah424 · 04-15-2010, 07:05 AM

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Originally Posted by Bulldog

Bumped to say that there is now a swap of index...of sorts. Owing to character space and only one post vaguely resembling a placeholder, I could only put the data for so many weeks in there. NumberNineDream dream was kind enough to collect the data right from the beginning of this thread (which is 23 swaps' worth of data), so an opportunity to say thanks a bundle for your efforts - hats off to ya.

And you can click here to take a look at the index. New data will of course be added to it as it arises.

Thanks NumberNineDream...you rock

NumberNineDream · 04-15-2010, 04:26 PM

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Originally Posted by abdullah424

Thanks NumberNineDream...you rock

It was sincerely my pleasure

Btw, Veto Negro review coming very soon. I think I've gave it enough listens to have a general idea.

Bulldog · 04-15-2010, 04:28 PM

Oh yeah, I haven't downloaded my album yet. Thanks for reminding me

Don't think I'll be able to get the review done this weekend, but early next week for sure.

04-08-2010, 04:39 PM	#1 (permalink)
CanwllCorfe Quiet Man in the Corner Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Pocono Mountains Posts: 2,480	Dieselboy sent me: Rob Dougan's Furious Angels He had said that he didn't have anything really "depressing" so he sent this. I didn't know what to expect cause I never heard of him before but I knew he liked Electronica so I was excited. Then I started listening to it. A mix of vocals, classical, and Electronica.. had I known such an album existed I would've had it a long, LONG time ago. Some songs are more on the Electronica/Vocal side of things like Nothing at All and some on the more Classical side like Will You Follow Me? The majority though are a summation of the two. To me, it sounds like something I'd listen to at the end of the world. That's good and bad. Good, because it sounds like the end of the world and is very commanding and powerful but at the same time it's quite melodramatic. There's something about the melodramaticism that separates it from those annoying bands like Epica. Overall, something I thoroughly enjoy and definitely will be listening to quite a bit! 8+/10 duga sent me Ser Jorge - Cru I had no idea what to expect when I heard "portguese singer". I'm a finicky mofo when it comes to music and because of my OCD, I tend to either stay inside my box or go WAY outside of it. One note in a melody can make it or break it. I get very clear images in my head from certain notes and chord progression; a beach at daytime or nighttime, cloudy or sunny, what I'm looking at, where I am, why, etc. This whole CD just feels so lighthearted and makes me feel like I'm on vacation and I'm standing with my sunglasses on, sweating like a mofo, wondering if I should go to the beach or see if Kristy is done at the spa and then get something to eat. Then there's songs like Fiore de la Citta that sounds like the soundtrack for the morning where you're awake earlier than you should but, for once, got enough sleep. You're in a good mood and no one's going to screw that up. It's not very often that I get so much positive imagery from one CD. This is PERFECT summer music. THANK YOU! 8+/10 Note: Furious Angels made me think of a Rainy Sunday in front of an old church I use to go to called St. Matthews. It also used to be our movie day.. and it also makes me think of muted colors and cinnamon buns. __________________ Your eyes were never yet let in to see the majesty and riches of the mind, but dwell in darkness; for your God is blind.

04-10-2010, 04:16 PM	#4 (permalink)
storymilo Music Addict Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 1,845	Duga... coool. I'll be getting you an album shortly then. Anykind you'd particularly like?

04-10-2010, 04:33 PM	#6 (permalink)
storymilo Music Addict Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 1,845	I'll be happy with anything (as long as it's good) And I didn't notice our uber compatibility... this is cool.

04-15-2010, 02:45 AM	#7 (permalink)
Bulldog why bother? Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: UK Posts: 4,840	Bumped to say that there is now a swap of index...of sorts. Owing to character space and only one post vaguely resembling a placeholder, I could only put the data for so many weeks in there. NumberNineDream dream was kind enough to collect the data right from the beginning of this thread (which is 23 swaps' worth of data), so an opportunity to say thanks a bundle for your efforts - hats off to ya. And you can click here to take a look at the index. New data will of course be added to it as it arises.

04-15-2010, 04:28 PM	#10 (permalink)
Bulldog why bother? Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: UK Posts: 4,840	Oh yeah, I haven't downloaded my album yet. Thanks for reminding me Don't think I'll be able to get the review done this weekend, but early next week for sure.