The Monthly Music Trading Post

+81 · 11-07-2009, 06:05 PM

I didn't think you were lashing and even if you were, you have the right to like an album as much or as little I you want. It doesn't bother me at all.

I haven't listened to the album you sent me yet but it's on my ipod so I will very soon.

storymilo · 11-07-2009, 09:57 PM

Nice review abdullah

Too bad you didn't like his voice. I didn't think it was great but it didn't really bother me. Reminded me a bit of Bobby Gillespie.

I'll be getting in a review for yours soonish. Liking it so far

zeppy111 · 11-08-2009, 12:34 AM

Light Em Up, Blow Em Out - Up, Bustle And Out (1997)
Thanks to: Musicphantom

After listening to the album a few times, which I needed to due to the extreme variations of sound and music, I have come to the conclusion that I am baffled about this band. Never before have I heard a band that incorporates such an array of sounds ranging from down-tempo trip-hop to the good, old flamenco guitar.

If someone had told me that in the space of 75 minutes you will encounter the aspects mentioned above, as well as some electronica, latin, the occasional almost rapping piece, and a few English blokes who are not afraid to break boundaries and smash down wall, I would have told you there is no chance. The one draw back to the album for me is that sometimes it loses some structure and pushes to many boundaries instead of just sticking around for awhile.

Although this is not my normal cup of tea, I did enjoy listening to it the first few times and will come back to soon enough.

On a side-note, Emerald Alley was definitely the highlight of the lot for me. A really classy track that was. A solid 8.5/10

music_phantom13 · 11-08-2009, 01:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by zeppy111

Light Em Up, Blow Em Out - Up, Bustle And Out (1997)
Thanks to: Musicphantom

After listening to the album a few times, which I needed to due to the extreme variations of sound and music, I have come to the conclusion that I am baffled about this band. Never before have I heard a band that incorporates such an array of sounds ranging from down-tempo trip-hop to the good, old flamenco guitar.

If someone had told me that in the space of 75 minutes you will encounter the aspects mentioned above, as well as some electronica, latin, the occasional almost rapping piece, and a few English blokes who are not afraid to break boundaries and smash down wall, I would have told you there is no chance. The one draw back to the album for me is that sometimes it loses some structure and pushes to many boundaries instead of just sticking around for awhile.

Although this is not my normal cup of tea, I did enjoy listening to it the first few times and will come back to soon enough.

On a side-note, Emerald Alley was definitely the highlight of the lot for me. A really classy track that was. A solid 8.5/10

I'm glad you enjoyed it, after looking at your last.fm I didn't think it was something you would like. I was a little worried that you wouldn't like it; I know it's completely different from your usual stuff after looking at your last.fm. That said, I completely understand your criticism, a few tracks feel like they don't belong on the album. For me, this makes it even more interesting and unique, but I understand why a lot of people wouldn't like it. That said, this is one of my favorite albums from Ninja Tunes, which I have developed a strange obsession with, and I'm seriously glad you enjoyed it. I feel words can't really express how great this album is, everyone should listen it.

music_phantom13 · 11-08-2009, 01:46 AM

Goldfish - Perceptions of Pacha

This album was definitely was definitely out of my usual sound, but I thought it was absolutely fantastic. The band encompassed the perfect sound of dance music and lounge jazz like Stereolab (don't have anything better to compare it to). The songs Fort Knox and Wet Willy kind of shied away from this sound, and didn't really do it for me. But the rest of the album was unexpectedly fantastic. I really enjoyed the use of another language (blogs told me it was a Zim language, but that was all I kind find).

Pretty much, this was a full hour of unexpected enjoyment. Songs like Sold My Soul (the first track), Hold Tight (which has a really cool horn part), and Soundtracks and Come Backs really did it for me. I absolutely loved the use of the jazz flute on the last listed there, it really fit right into the song perfectly without overpowering any of the other sound.

Overall, this was straightforward dance music that could be played at a nightclub. But it also contained an element of jazz to keep people like me interested in just listening to the music. I really enjoyed the sound, and I would like to thank Zeppy for sending it in my direction I'd give it:

7.4/10

Thanks again Zeppy! I enjoyed this a lot.

zeppy111 · 11-08-2009, 03:18 AM

I am glad you enjoyed it. It really is quite a fine album, and the two chaps in the band are really top lads. I have met the band a few times and seen countless shows of theirs, shows that South Africa can do something other than have political debates and play rugby. Matter of fact, I am off to their concert in my hometown in about an hour or so.

You were definetly right that the album you gave me was out of the regular, but that is exactly what this thread is about I guess and it really was a top album, so cheers for that.

Bulldog · 11-13-2009, 05:34 PM

Bumped for three reasons.

1. Just listened to album Mojo sent me. I'll give a second listen tomorrow before posting my thoughts on it here.

2. I have nothing better to do.

3. If you want in on the next draw, say so here or drop me a PM. This draw will be themed, but it's one I'm sure we can all manage. We'll be looking for albums with a wintry feel in the next trade.

That should be on Sunday, maybe Monday. Depends how many names we get over the next couple of days.

music_phantom13 · 11-13-2009, 10:37 PM

I'm in for sure.

Terrible Lizard · 11-14-2009, 12:34 AM

Put my name in BIG letters sir.

abdullah424 · 11-14-2009, 07:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by storymilo

Nice review abdullah

Too bad you didn't like his voice. I didn't think it was great but it didn't really bother me. Reminded me a bit of Bobby Gillespie.

I'll be getting in a review for yours soonish. Liking it so far

Cool. I'm anxious to see what you think of it.

11-07-2009, 06:05 PM	#821 (permalink)
+81 Rats off to ya! Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: House of the Ju-Ju Queen Posts: 1,609	I didn't think you were lashing and even if you were, you have the right to like an album as much or as little I you want. It doesn't bother me at all. I haven't listened to the album you sent me yet but it's on my ipod so I will very soon. __________________ My Music on: Facebook Last.fm My Last.fm My Poor Ol' Neglected Journal

11-08-2009, 12:34 AM	#823 (permalink)
zeppy111 16, so? Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: South Africa Posts: 630	Light Em Up, Blow Em Out - Up, Bustle And Out (1997) Thanks to: Musicphantom After listening to the album a few times, which I needed to due to the extreme variations of sound and music, I have come to the conclusion that I am baffled about this band. Never before have I heard a band that incorporates such an array of sounds ranging from down-tempo trip-hop to the good, old flamenco guitar. If someone had told me that in the space of 75 minutes you will encounter the aspects mentioned above, as well as some electronica, latin, the occasional almost rapping piece, and a few English blokes who are not afraid to break boundaries and smash down wall, I would have told you there is no chance. The one draw back to the album for me is that sometimes it loses some structure and pushes to many boundaries instead of just sticking around for awhile. Although this is not my normal cup of tea, I did enjoy listening to it the first few times and will come back to soon enough. On a side-note, Emerald Alley was definitely the highlight of the lot for me. A really classy track that was. A solid 8.5/10 __________________ My Blog (album of the day): http://musicfromthesouth.blogspot.com

11-08-2009, 01:46 AM	#825 (permalink)
music_phantom13 Music Addict Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 942	Goldfish - Perceptions of Pacha This album was definitely was definitely out of my usual sound, but I thought it was absolutely fantastic. The band encompassed the perfect sound of dance music and lounge jazz like Stereolab (don't have anything better to compare it to). The songs Fort Knox and Wet Willy kind of shied away from this sound, and didn't really do it for me. But the rest of the album was unexpectedly fantastic. I really enjoyed the use of another language (blogs told me it was a Zim language, but that was all I kind find). Pretty much, this was a full hour of unexpected enjoyment. Songs like Sold My Soul (the first track), Hold Tight (which has a really cool horn part), and Soundtracks and Come Backs really did it for me. I absolutely loved the use of the jazz flute on the last listed there, it really fit right into the song perfectly without overpowering any of the other sound. Overall, this was straightforward dance music that could be played at a nightclub. But it also contained an element of jazz to keep people like me interested in just listening to the music. I really enjoyed the sound, and I would like to thank Zeppy for sending it in my direction I'd give it: 7.4/10 Thanks again Zeppy! I enjoyed this a lot. Last edited by music_phantom13; 11-08-2009 at 08:53 AM.

11-08-2009, 03:18 AM	#826 (permalink)
zeppy111 16, so? Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: South Africa Posts: 630	I am glad you enjoyed it. It really is quite a fine album, and the two chaps in the band are really top lads. I have met the band a few times and seen countless shows of theirs, shows that South Africa can do something other than have political debates and play rugby. Matter of fact, I am off to their concert in my hometown in about an hour or so. You were definetly right that the album you gave me was out of the regular, but that is exactly what this thread is about I guess and it really was a top album, so cheers for that. __________________ My Blog (album of the day): http://musicfromthesouth.blogspot.com

11-14-2009, 12:34 AM	#829 (permalink)
Terrible Lizard **ER OF HOLES Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Butt**, Nebraska Posts: 1,211	Put my name in BIG letters sir. __________________ “YOU ARE SCUM SLUT.” -John Martyn

11-07-2009, 09:57 PM	#822 (permalink)
storymilo Music Addict Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 1,845	Nice review abdullah Too bad you didn't like his voice. I didn't think it was great but it didn't really bother me. Reminded me a bit of Bobby Gillespie. I'll be getting in a review for yours soonish. Liking it so far

11-13-2009, 05:34 PM	#827 (permalink)
Bulldog why bother? Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: UK Posts: 4,840	Bumped for three reasons. 1. Just listened to album Mojo sent me. I'll give a second listen tomorrow before posting my thoughts on it here. 2. I have nothing better to do. 3. If you want in on the next draw, say so here or drop me a PM. This draw will be themed, but it's one I'm sure we can all manage. We'll be looking for albums with a wintry feel in the next trade. That should be on Sunday, maybe Monday. Depends how many names we get over the next couple of days.

11-13-2009, 10:37 PM	#828 (permalink)
music_phantom13 Music Addict Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 942	I'm in for sure.