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speedy_m
= Frankofile =
Canada
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 Posted - 02/18/2005 : 09:44:19
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| Merge Records website is streaming M Ward's new album (here: http://www.mergerecords.com/jukeboxes/mward/mw_jukebox.html). I'd never heard any of his music before, but I've been listening to this non-stop all day. It's just bloody amazing good. I'd try an describe it, but whenever I try to describe music, I fail miserably. So give it a spin. Anyone know about this dude? |
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Homers_pet_monkey
= Official forum monkey =
United Kingdom
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Posted - 02/18/2005 : 10:02:15
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This is good stuff Mike. Thanks for this. I have never heard of the guy.
Love, love, my season |
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speedy_m
= Frankofile =
Canada
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Posted - 02/18/2005 : 10:09:08
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| You're mui welcome Mike (if we go around calling each 'Mike' all the time, would that be really annoying?). I think I might have to buy this record. Normally, the thought of some acoustic guitars and some mellow singing would bore me to tears, but this is so good. His voice (and style) at times remind me of Louis Armstrong. The feel of the music in general is quite "old timey", but not in a retro-chic sort of way. It's just... good. Wow, this is why I don't review albums. |
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Homers_pet_monkey
= Official forum monkey =
United Kingdom
17125 Posts |
Posted - 02/18/2005 : 10:31:24
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Reminded me a little of Leadbelly at times.
Love, love, my season |
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big_galoof
= Cult of Ray =
USA
310 Posts |
Posted - 02/18/2005 : 11:09:17
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a friend of mine turned me on to m(att) ward this past summer - i've been spinning his 2004 release, 'the transfiguration of vincent' regularly ever since. it's a great disc and i am really looking forward to his new one (very positively reviewed today at pitchfork, for those who read reviews) and a chance to see him on 3/4 in northampton, ma.
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apl4eris
~ Abstract Brain ~
USA
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Posted - 02/18/2005 : 11:26:21
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Mike, I was wondering where in the world you were hearing Louis Armstrong in it, until I heard his cover of "Sweethearts on Parade".
I feel like I've heard this guy before, a longish time ago. I am really enjoying it! "Fuel for Fire" is lovely. |
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apl4eris
~ Abstract Brain ~
USA
4800 Posts |
Posted - 02/18/2005 : 11:32:14
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He does a lot of cool genre-jumping, and does it well, imho. "Regeneration No. 1" is some nice quasi-surf Mexicali.
As an aside, if you like this, you may also really dig Andrew Bird's "Oh! The Grandeur" and "Thrills". Similar feel, similar singing, and incredible musicianship.
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speedy_m
= Frankofile =
Canada
3581 Posts |
Posted - 02/18/2005 : 11:40:40
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| I've been listening to Andrew Bird just recently, actually. I think it's his latest one. I like it so far, but I need to listen more closely. I'm also loving Feist recently. She's terrific. |
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speedy_m
= Frankofile =
Canada
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Posted - 02/18/2005 : 11:44:14
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| Oh, and who originally did Sweethearts On Parade? Please excuse my ignorance. |
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apl4eris
~ Abstract Brain ~
USA
4800 Posts |
Posted - 02/18/2005 : 11:55:29
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hmm, hey! No excusing necessary mister.... internet say it was some chaps named C. Lombardo and C. Newman that wrote it. I know the song from Louis Armstrong. I am ignorant too, of who first recorded it.
I like Andrew Bird's earier stuff even better. Is Feist the lady on his latest album? |
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speedy_m
= Frankofile =
Canada
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Posted - 02/20/2005 : 15:10:10
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Thank you Speedy Mike, this is so good, I've never heard of him before, but I think it's beautiful.
And the Feist video...lovely as the music!
Tell me how this story ends
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Broken Face
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USA
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Posted - 02/20/2005 : 15:19:11
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yes, a very lovely record indeed
-Brian
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hawken
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178 Posts |
Posted - 02/23/2005 : 11:28:35
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Didn't realize there were so many Matt Ward fans hanging around here. My friend has a show of his (live tracks) posted on his site for download. If you want to hear some live M Ward then check out this link.
http://www.acousticwood.net/livedive
Also, his site is a music blog that he updates pretty regularly. He tends to post mellower type acoustic folkie pop, if there is such a thing, anyway I enjoy his updates. www.acousticwood.net
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speedy_m
= Frankofile =
Canada
3581 Posts |
Posted - 02/23/2005 : 13:42:06
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Thanks for link, this is a great blog! Lot's of great free (and legal!) mp3s! Thanks again!
 Here comes a special boy! |
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BLT
> Teenager of the Year <
South Sandwich Islands
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Posted - 02/23/2005 : 14:50:31
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| I expected a thread about shopping at the late great Montgomery Ward. Now disappointment reigns supreme. |
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speedy_m
= Frankofile =
Canada
3581 Posts |
Posted - 02/23/2005 : 14:51:20
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You'll be less dissapointed when you listen to Transistor Radio. Trust me.
Here comes a special boy! |
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BLT
> Teenager of the Year <
South Sandwich Islands
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Posted - 02/23/2005 : 15:18:27
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hawken
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Posted - 02/24/2005 : 06:29:04
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Thanks for link, this is a great blog! Lot's of great free (and legal!) mp3s! Thanks again!
No problem....glad you liked it! |
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Posted - 02/24/2005 : 06:40:14
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I liked it too, thank you!
Someone tell me why I act like a fool
When things don't go my way
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Kirk
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USA
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mosleyk
= Cult of Ray =
USA
607 Posts |
Posted - 06/09/2006 : 10:10:22
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| Lovely! I have been craving some softer, smoother sounds lately for those lazy summer nights. This is perfect for that. I remember hearing about Rodriguez years back but never explored their stuff. Do you recommend them and if so, what albums? |
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Brackish
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Posted - 06/09/2006 : 11:08:54
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Yep, M. Ward is awesome. Especially Transfiguration of Vincent, that is a truly amazing record. Saw him live last year too, amazing performer. There were a few guitar parts that listening to the record I had assumed were overdubs but he actually plays both parts at the same time live. Can't wait to see him again, hopefully he'll tour this summer/fall when the new record comes out.
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martha_promise
= Cult of Ray =
USA
398 Posts |
Posted - 06/09/2006 : 11:46:24
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Very talented guy. Loved Transfiguration of Vincent, End of Amnesia, and Transistor Radio. His Green River single they have on I-tunes is incredible as well. Really looking forward to his new album. Thanks for the heads up.
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