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Tuesday, 30 August 2016
PORTUGUESE MJ12 REVIEW
Flash-Review: MJ 12 (MJ 12)
Artist: MJ 12
Editor: Gonzo
Multimedia
Year: 2016
Source: Wales
Genre: Jazz fusion, prog
rock
Rating: 4.9 / 6
Brief description: Mythic
Back Percy Jones (Brand X ) to the original with a new
designjazz fusion, without limits of composition and creativity. There is
plenty of space for all instruments, especially for bass and saxophone, expand
on technical daydreams, improvisations and variations.
Highlights: Call 911, Bad American Dream Pt. 2, The Wow Signal, Guns And
Pussy
Para fãs
de: Brand X, HBC, Antoine Fafard, Chick Corea
Elektric Band, Mahavishnu Orchestra, Soft Machine
Tracklist:
1. Call 911
2. Bad American Dream Pt. 2
3. Talk Time
4. Magic Mist
5. The Wow Signal
6. Big Daddy’s Road
7. The Phantom Maracas
8. Guns And Pussy
9. Magic Mist Reprise
Line-up:
Percy Jones -
bass
Stephen Moses –
bateria
Chris Bacas -
Saxophone
Davil Phelps -
guitarras
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Percy Jones (born December th, 1947 near Llandrindod Wells, Wales) is a Welsh bass guitarist, and was a member of jazz fusion band Brand X from 1974 to 1980, as well as a reformed version that lasted ..
Percy Jones (born 3 December 1947 near Llandrindod Wells, Wales) is a Welsh bass guitarist, and was a member of jazz fusion band Brand X, from 1974 to 1980, and..
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Percy Jones (born December th, 1947 near Llandrindod Wells, Wales) is a Welsh bass guitarist, and was a member of jazz fusion band Brand X from 1974 to 1980, as well as a reformed version that lasted ..
Percy Jones (born 3 December 1947 near Llandrindod Wells, Wales) is a Welsh bass guitarist, and was a member of jazz fusion band Brand X, from 1974 to 1980, and..
CD/DVD Review: Director Tony Palmer Combines The Beatles & World War II In Iconic Film
CD/DVD Review: Director Tony Palmer Combines The Beatles & World War II In Iconic Film
The movie is a mix
of documentary footage and war movies made in Hollywood that covered the
devastation of war beginning in 1939 with the rise of Adolf Hitler. The film
covers every aspect of the war with some amazing footage that has never been
released to the general public before. The only thing that softens the emotions
of that terrible time in human history is the soundtrack of the music of The
Beatles. Over 20 covers of songs from The Beatles appear in the movie to give
background and solace to the images on the screen. As France is being overtaken
by The Axis Powers, Henry Gross sings "Help!" and "A Day In The Life" performed
by Frankie Valli becomes the soundtrack to the epic battle of
Normandy.
While the original
1976 movie was an iconic piece of cinematic history, the soundtrack is just as
iconic as it featured some of the biggest names in music performing some of the
most popular songs of all time. Rock artists like Jeff Lynne, Elton John, Leo
Sayer and Peter Gabriel take on Beatles' classics like "Strawberry Fields
Forever" and "Lucy In The Sky With Diamonds," adding their own special touches
to the songs. Female pop artists Helen Reddy, Tina Turner and Lynsey de Paul
lead the march of the most important moments in the film with "Fool On The
Hill," "Come Together" and "Because" respectively. Now included with this 40th
anniversary release of "The Beatles and World War II" you get the entire 2CD
soundtrack that features 22 cover versions of classic songs by The Beatles. To
find out more about this new release, please visit gonzomultimedia.com.
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GREGG BROWN REVIEW
http://annecarlini.com/ex_
| Book Reviews |
 'Rock 'N' Roll and
UFOs'By: Gregg Kofi Brown (Paperback / Gonzo Multimedia / 132 Pages / $19.89) Description: Gregg Kofi-Brown is, of course best known for his work with seminal African funk rock pioneers Osibisa. they were one of the first, if not THE first African band to achieve popular success in the West. With conscience laden lyrics and funky afro-rhythms Gregg has a created a multi-national musical platform with his guest artists that speaks to many peoples across the world. Gregg Kofi Brown was executive producer of the 2003 Evening Standard cover-mount CD give away in memory of Damilola Taylor which featured the likes of Robbie Williams, Craig David, Gorillaz, Blue and Ms.Dynamite. This is his story. Verdict: A fascinating and prolific artist, Gregg Kofi Brown has made an invaluable contribution to the popularity and evolution of world music. Now with the release of his brand new autobiography, 'Rock 'N' Roll and UFOs' we get to delve into the mind of the man himself, discovering things about him along the way that were only ever once laid tracks within his own mind, now allowing us to take this journey of a lifetime alongside him. As the book unfolds, the Preface brings us swiftly into the headlights of Brown. Indeed, Ghanaian musician Gregg Kofi Brown spent nearly twenty years with pioneering world music outfit Osibisa before releasing his first solo album, Together As One, in 2005. Formed in London in 1969 by a group of African and Caribbean musicians, Osibisa fused the sounds of the various band members’ homelands with elements of R&B, rock, jazz, and funk to create an entirely new genre of music. It was one that found a small, but loyal cult audience in both the U.K. and the U.S. as the band landed albums like 1971’s self-titled Osibisa and its follow-up, Woyaya, onto the Billboard magazine charts. Brown subsequently joined Osibisa in the mid-80s and continues to make great music with the band, helping to expand its audience and influence worldwide while also recording solo music with friends like jazz legends Billy Cobham and Stanley Jordan, both of whom appeared on Together As One. Having already released a new music album of the same title, Rock 'N' Roll and UFOs on June 24th, 2016 via Gonzo Multimedia UK, that incredible career-spanning anthology is just the most perfect accompaniment to Brown’s autobiography (released March 28th, 2016). Brown’s autobiography is not only an indepth look into Brown's life, his upbringing, the well that houses his musical inspirations, but a darn fun read too. From the first Chapter, "Beginning the Journey" on through to the very last one, "Rock Opera", each of the ten Chapters are well written, never clogged, and always light enough to enable you to easily read one after another. It really is an easy read and yet, at all times, you feel like you are standing alongside Brown as his journey builds to the here and now. Whether it was ghost written is not even a concern (to me, at least) as Brown's tight paragraphs of informative insight are mesmerizing at times. Even if you're not a fan of the man (but why not?), one read of this musical fare will be enough to have you searching for his library of work, trust me. Personally, and knowing his history, I think my favorite Chapter is number 7, entitled "Number 1 in America!" He relates how an unknown Italian singer Alisha had covered one of his songs and was getting some major radio airplay with it in the US. Produced by Mark Berry, remixed by the legendary Shep Pettibone (Madonna), the song 'Baby Talk' actually struck Gold and hit #1 on the Billboard Singles Chart that year. His documented meeting with Alisha is priceless, and inclusive of his family, turns out to be yet another pivotal moment in Brown's career. 'Rock ‘n’ Roll and UFOs' is also chock full of wonderful stories, tales of globetrotting as part of Osibisa, and as a solo artist, but also from his work as a studio bassist and producer with artists like Joe Cocker, Eric Burdon, Hanoi Rocks, and Bomb da Bass. Brown has also enjoyed a modicum of success as an actor, performing as Jellyroll Morton at London’s prestigious Royal Court Theatre as well as in the hit musical Tribute to the Blues Brothers. The book also reveals the "truth" behind the title, documenting “three strange encounters” experienced by Brown in the California desert! Also containing reflective black and white photos midway through, and combined with his educated speech (which still comes across nicely in the written form), Gregg Kofi Brown promises a lot with the release of this book - and delivers, hook, like and sinker with each passing Chapter. 'Rock 'N' Roll and UFOs' - Gregg Kofi Brown Book Purchase Link CD Purchase Link |
THOM THE WORLD POET: The Daily Poem
Rob Ayling, yer Gonzo Grande Fromage, writes:
SHE ASKS ME HOW I AGE
I claim denial.-and that Senior's
Discount
at every possible opportunity.FREEDOM!
has FREE! within
and i seek out whatever possibilities
still exist
for mobility within this closed
system.I grew up
on EXPANDING FRONTIERS-science fiction
Star Trekkie dreaming
Rockets still fall from skies,but now
all is privitised(especially profit margins)
As prices rise,i decline.Live on
less.Biafra bellied,bloat.
One could dream stick figure thin-not
to be!
We are in this @different rates,some
accelerate,some brake
A few are evicted from the car.The view
is slow from here
Every day is Sunday.
Monday, 29 August 2016
THE GONZO TRACK OF THE DAY: The Crazy World Of Arthur Brown - Kites
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Dave Brock interview 2002 History of Hawkwind etc
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Romantic Warriors III - Didier Malherbe of Gong Interview and Performance Clip
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Steve Ignorant interview
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Al Stewart's Class of 58 (Extra long version)
BLURB: "Al Stewart fans! - If you only know the short version of this song from "A Beach Full Of Shells", then the CD single (at 13 mins plus!) would be an eye-opener. But this specially mixed version ALSO includes an extra three minutes that Al eventually dropped from the finished version, which I've stuck back together as best I could.
The video is a collection of pictures from Yahoo Image Search, none of which I own, and the copyright of each image belongs to, er, the owners of each image. Likewise the music belongs to Al Stewart, I'm putting it here as an educational and historical presentation.
The video is a collection of pictures from Yahoo Image Search, none of which I own, and the copyright of each image belongs to, er, the owners of each image. Likewise the music belongs to Al Stewart, I'm putting it here as an educational and historical presentation.
I hope you enjoy it"
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THOM THE WORLD POET: The Daily Poem
Rob Ayling, yer Gonzo Grande Fromage, writes:
BLESS YOUR ART!
It is still beating!Movement
detected
upon perimeters of longing.Petals
falling from
flowers/changing
Seasons without a
name/begin
Never first,nor last-but
in between
This slim thin kayak
floats canoe surfaces
Deep as whales
beneath,content with immersion
As we to air,water,and
languages
Tiny Republics wave flags
of bravery.
Croatia,Slovenia vs
Yugoslavia
Less the winning-more the
love of country
As all Indigenous learn
via slaughter
We are in process and
still ,learning
What happened before will
not save us from
Sunday, 28 August 2016
THE GONZO TRACK OF THE DAY: Ancient Mother
Being Sunday I always post sacred music. The name of the deity may change, or even the deity Him/Herself but the spirit remains the same
PLAYLIST: Strange Fruit #179
Strange Fruit is a unique two-hour radio show exploring the world of underground, strange and generally neglected music. All shows are themed and all shows set out to give the most hardened of sound-hounds some new delight to sample.The show is also unique in providing homework for undergraduate students on North West Kent College’s Foundation Degree in Professional Writing (who dig up many of the odd facts featured in the links between tracks).
Neil Nixon, the founder and co-presenter of the show has released a book about rare albums for Gonzo Multimedia.
The show is broadcast on Miskin Radio every Sunday from 10-00-midnight.
14 Aug 2016
Show 179 – Quintessence: Spirits from Another Time
Lords of Acid: Voodoo U
The Railway Children: Brighter
Kylie Mole: So Excellent
Quintessence: Only Love
Viv Albertine: The Madness of Clouds
Mary Wells: Please Please Me
Daft Punk: Giorgio by Moroder
Quintessence: Untitled Guitar
Quintessence: Untitled Harpsichord
Jude Connelly: Armagheddahedron
Afro Haitian Experimental Orchestra: Bade Zile
Dorothy Ashby: Soul Vibrations
Wendy and Bonnie: By the Sea
F-Minus: Sweating Blood
Kenneth Williams: Voices of Evening
In Letter Form: Edison’s Medicine
Deep Purple: Fools
Miles Davis: Pharaoh’s Dance
The Magnetic North: Run of the Mill
Quintessence: Twilight Zone
Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain: Really Free
Jerry Soloman: Oh
Cannibal Corpse: Confessions
THOM THE WORLD POET: The Daily Poem
Rob Ayling, yer Gonzo Grande Fromage, writes:
NIGHT SKIES DRIVING HOME
were clouds and distant
lightning
From the loud car radio,it was white
mime
Illuminations/flashes/splashing out
from banks of clouds
huge as tax debt.No rain-just a future
promise.
Somewhere,anger would be
unleashed
"upon the heads of the just and unjust
alike"
The rain in Austin falls largely in
Onion Creek
Some of us live cheap ,on the edge of
psychic flood plains
to be swept away in a Wimberley
torrent
or left,bereft and homeless,when we
least expect.
Distant lightning promised much
drama.
I turned the car radio up
.LOUDER.
MERRELL FANKHAUSER GREEK INTERVIEW
Q&A with legendary guitarist Merrell Fankhauser has led one of the most diverse and interesting careers in music
Friday, 26 August 2016
Gonzo Weekly #197
Gonzo Magazine #197
In this issue we say goodbye to a gracious and very talented lady: Gilli
Smyth of Gong. Doug goes to see Brian Ferry, Alan goes to see what the British
Library has to say about Punk, and explains Futurology and Free Cultural Spaces,
while Jon waffles on about stuff.
And there are radio shows from Strange Fruit, Mack Maloney, and Friday
Night Progressive. We also have columns from all sorts of folk including Roy
Weard, Mr Biffo, Neil Nixon and the irrepressible Corinna. There is also a
thrilling and slightly disturbing episode of Xtul. There is also a collection of
more news, reviews, views, interviews and pademelons outside zoos(OK, nothing to
do with small marsupials who have escaped from captivity, but I got carried away
with things that rhymed with OOOOS) than you can shake a stick at. And the best
part is IT's ABSOLUTELY FREE!!!
This issue features:
Michael Moorcock, Dave Bainbridge, Celestial Fire Band, Gong, Bart Lancia,
The Who, Stick Men, Brian May, Strange Fruit, Friday Night Progressive,
Canterbury Sans Frontieres, Mack Maloney's Mystery Hour, Gillian "Gilli" Mary
Smyth, Machali, Tom Searle, Matt Roberts, Brian Norman Roger Rix, Baron Rix,
CBE, DL, The Boomtown Rats, Karnataka, Rick Wakeman, Rob Ayling, Billy James,
Matthew Watkins, Alexandria Krysinski, Brian Ferry, Alan Dearling, Mr Biffo, Roy
Weard, Futurology and Free Cultural Spaces, Hawkwind, Xtul, Elvis, Queen, Keith
Richards, Joy Division, Neil Nixon, Johnny Cash, The Beatles
Read the previous few issues of Gonzo Weekly:
Issue 196 (Paul May)
Issue 195 (Dave Brock)
Issue 194 (Auburn)
Issue 193 (Genre Peak)
Issue 192 (Rick Wakeman and Brian May)
Issue 191 (Karnataka)
Issue 190 (Erik Norlander)
Issue 189 (Rick Wakeman at the O2)
Issue 187/8 (Yer holiday special)
Issue 186 (Beatles)
Issue 185 (Judge Smith)
Issue 184 (Mick Abrahams)
All issues from #70 can be downloaded at www.gonzoweekly.com if you prefer.
If you have problems downloading, just email me and I will add you to the Gonzo
Weekly dropbox. The first 69 issues are archived there as well. Information is
power chaps, we have to share it!
You can download the magazine in pdf form HERE:
SPECIAL NOTICE: If you, too, want to unleash the power of your inner rock
journalist, and want to join a rapidly growing band of likewise minded weirdos
please email me at jon@eclipse.co.uk The more the merrier really.
THE GONZO TRACK OF THE DAY: Fairport Convention, Robert Plant - The Battle Of Evermore
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BRIAN MAY: The extension of the badger cull is horribly cruel – and it won’t help farmers
News that the already failed cull would be expanded is particularly disappointing to those who hoped that a new government would bring new wisdom. This tragic development is born of a distortion of the real facts, supported by false promises and propaganda heaped on to the farming community.
THOM THE WORLD POET: The Daily Poem
Rob Ayling, yer Gonzo Grande Fromage, writes:
VOTING ALL THE TIME!
I vote with my eyes,scanning
headlines
Vote with my ears,listening to
you
I vote with my feet,walking away(or
towards)
Vote with my presence(or
absence/today)
You find me adding my vote to yours (when we
agree)
We will always be minorities
They can vote with vi et
armis..
We can vote in/with/for
peace.Agree?
Then I will vote for you.You can vote for
you,too!
GREGG KOFI BROWN REVIEW
http://annecarlini.com/ex_
| 'Rock 'N' Roll and
UFOs' By: Gregg Kofi Brown (Paperback / Gonzo Multimedia / 132 Pages / $19.89) Description: Gregg Kofi-Brown is, of course best known for his work with seminal African funk rock pioneers Osibisa. they were one of the first, if not THE first African band to achieve popular success in the West. With conscience laden lyrics and funky afro-rhythms Gregg has a created a multi-national musical platform with his guest artists that speaks to many peoples across the world. Gregg Kofi Brown was executive producer of the 2003 Evening Standard cover-mount CD give away in memory of Damilola Taylor which featured the likes of Robbie Williams, Craig David, Gorillaz, Blue and Ms.Dynamite. This is his story.  Verdict: A fascinating and prolific artist, Gregg Kofi Brown has made an invaluable contribution to the popularity and evolution of world music. Now with the release of his brand new autobiography, 'Rock 'N' Roll and UFOs' we get to delve into the mind of the man himself, discovering things about him along the way that were only ever once laid tracks within his own mind, now allowing us to take this journey of a lifetime alongside him. As the book unfolds, the Preface brings us swiftly into the headlights of Brown. Indeed, Ghanaian musician Gregg Kofi Brown spent nearly twenty years with pioneering world music outfit Osibisa before releasing his first solo album, Together As One, in 2005. Formed in London in 1969 by a group of African and Caribbean musicians, Osibisa fused the sounds of the various band members’ homelands with elements of R&B, rock, jazz, and funk to create an entirely new genre of music. It was one that found a small, but loyal cult audience in both the U.K. and the U.S. as the band landed albums like 1971’s self-titled Osibisa and its follow-up, Woyaya, onto the Billboard magazine charts. Brown subsequently joined Osibisa in the mid-80s and continues to make great music with the band, helping to expand its audience and influence worldwide while also recording solo music with friends like jazz legends Billy Cobham and Stanley Jordan, both of whom appeared on Together As One. Having already released a new music album of the same title, Rock 'N' Roll and UFOs on June 24th, 2016 via Gonzo Multimedia UK, that incredible career-spanning anthology is just the most perfect accompaniment to Brown’s autobiography (released March 28th, 2016). Brown’s autobiography is not only an indepth look into Brown's life, his upbringing, the well that houses his musical inspirations, but a darn fun read too. From the first Chapter, "Beginning the Journey" on through to the very last one, "Rock Opera", each of the ten Chapters are well written, never clogged, and always light enough to enable you to easily read one after another. It really is an easy read and yet, at all times, you feel like you are standing alongside Brown as his journey builds to the here and now. Whether it was ghost written is not even a concern (to me, at least) as Brown's tight paragraphs of informative insight are mesmerizing at times. Even if you're not a fan of the man (but why not?), one read of this musical fare will be enough to have you searching for his library of work, trust me. Personally, and knowing his history, I think my favorite Chapter is number 7, entitled "Number 1 in America!" He relates how an unknown Italian singer Alisha had covered one of his songs and was getting some major radio airplay with it in the US. Produced by Mark Berry, remixed by the legendary Shep Pettibone (Madonna), the song 'Baby Talk' actually struck Gold and hit #1 on the Billboard Singles Chart that year. His documented meeting with Alisha is priceless, and inclusive of his family, turns out to be yet another pivotal moment in Brown's career. 'Rock ‘n’ Roll and UFOs' is also chock full of wonderful stories, tales of globetrotting as part of Osibisa, and as a solo artist, but also from his work as a studio bassist and producer with artists like Joe Cocker, Eric Burdon, Hanoi Rocks, and Bomb da Bass. Brown has also enjoyed a modicum of success as an actor, performing as Jellyroll Morton at London’s prestigious Royal Court Theatre as well as in the hit musical Tribute to the Blues Brothers. The book also reveals the "truth" behind the title, documenting “three strange encounters” experienced by Brown in the California desert! Also containing reflective black and white photos midway through, and combined with his educated speech (which still comes across nicely in the written form), Gregg Kofi Brown promises a lot with the release of this book - and delivers, hook, like and sinker with each passing Chapter. 'Rock 'N' Roll and UFOs' - Gregg Kofi Brown Book Purchase Link CD Purchase Link www.greggkofibrown.co.uk www.gonzomultimedia.co.uk |
Thursday, 25 August 2016
REVIEW: Michael Livesley and Brainwashing House: Sir Henry at Rawlinson End
http://www.seaoftranquility.org/reviews.php?op=showcontent&id=19015
Michael Livesley and Brainwashing House: Sir Henry at Rawlinson End
Vivian Stanshall was a British poet, author, singer/songwriter, musician and playwright and in the 1970s created Rawlinson End, an examination of British high society focusing on the on goings at the fictional house of the same name. The series started as a British radio series on BBC Radio 1's John Peel Show. In 1978 he released an LP version telling of the story and in 1983 his fourth and final album Sir Henry at N'didi's Kraal was released as a sequel.
Returning to present day, Michael Livesley and Brainwashing House have recently released a new version of the original story. This is an on stage adaptation and includes the following musicians: Bill Leach (musical director, guitar, banjo, ukulele, mandolin, surpeti, jaw's harp), Ged Fox (trumpet, penny whistle, kazoo, sousaphone), Chris Hough (double bass, banjolele), Jonny Hase (percussion), Susie Honeyman (violin, D=Stroh-violin) and John Lewis (clarinet, violin, recorder, Stroh-violin). Besides the Brainwashing House Band other artists include Andy Frizell (crumhorns, recorders, percussion, backing vocals), Rick Wakeman (piano) and Neil Innes (ukulele on "Wheelbarrow"). Michael Livesley provides vocals and narration.
To like this album you will have to appreciate British sense of humor and the art of narrative. It almost acts as a novel set to tape as much of the disc is taken up with the spoken word. It is both witty and sarcastic and much of the time the music plays second fiddle to the voices. If you enjoy old time folk and waltzes with a hint of carnival atmosphere featuring many unusual acoustic instruments (see list above) you may want to explore this further. As for myself, while I appreciate the skill and talent that went into this production, it probably isn't something I will reach for again.
Track Listing:
1. Aunt Florrie's Waltz
2. Interlewd
3. Wheelbarrow
4. Socks
5. The Rub
6. Nice 'N' Tidy
7. Pigs 'Ere Purse
8. 6/8 Hoodoo
9. Smeeton
10. Fool & Bladder
11. Endroar
12. The Beasht Inshide
13. Juglebunny
14. Aunt Florrie Remembers
15. Rawlinson's & Maynards
16. Papadumb
Added: August 11th 2016
Reviewer: Jon Neudorf
Score:
Michael Livesley and Brainwashing House: Sir Henry at Rawlinson End
Vivian Stanshall was a British poet, author, singer/songwriter, musician and playwright and in the 1970s created Rawlinson End, an examination of British high society focusing on the on goings at the fictional house of the same name. The series started as a British radio series on BBC Radio 1's John Peel Show. In 1978 he released an LP version telling of the story and in 1983 his fourth and final album Sir Henry at N'didi's Kraal was released as a sequel. Returning to present day, Michael Livesley and Brainwashing House have recently released a new version of the original story. This is an on stage adaptation and includes the following musicians: Bill Leach (musical director, guitar, banjo, ukulele, mandolin, surpeti, jaw's harp), Ged Fox (trumpet, penny whistle, kazoo, sousaphone), Chris Hough (double bass, banjolele), Jonny Hase (percussion), Susie Honeyman (violin, D=Stroh-violin) and John Lewis (clarinet, violin, recorder, Stroh-violin). Besides the Brainwashing House Band other artists include Andy Frizell (crumhorns, recorders, percussion, backing vocals), Rick Wakeman (piano) and Neil Innes (ukulele on "Wheelbarrow"). Michael Livesley provides vocals and narration.
To like this album you will have to appreciate British sense of humor and the art of narrative. It almost acts as a novel set to tape as much of the disc is taken up with the spoken word. It is both witty and sarcastic and much of the time the music plays second fiddle to the voices. If you enjoy old time folk and waltzes with a hint of carnival atmosphere featuring many unusual acoustic instruments (see list above) you may want to explore this further. As for myself, while I appreciate the skill and talent that went into this production, it probably isn't something I will reach for again.
Track Listing:
1. Aunt Florrie's Waltz
2. Interlewd
3. Wheelbarrow
4. Socks
5. The Rub
6. Nice 'N' Tidy
7. Pigs 'Ere Purse
8. 6/8 Hoodoo
9. Smeeton
10. Fool & Bladder
11. Endroar
12. The Beasht Inshide
13. Juglebunny
14. Aunt Florrie Remembers
15. Rawlinson's & Maynards
16. Papadumb
Added: August 11th 2016
Reviewer: Jon Neudorf
Score:
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