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Born to Lose
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 Posted - 05/05/2007 : 15:06:51
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| What services is the download of Threshold Apprehension going to be available on? iTunes? eMusic? |
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billgoodman
>> Denizen of the Citizens Band <<
Netherlands
6213 Posts |
Posted - 05/06/2007 : 02:33:41
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just one day away! I never bought a download, but I'm going to now. This record deserves it!
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Born to Lose
- FB Fan -
USA
91 Posts |
Posted - 05/07/2007 : 03:30:09
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| So far, it is only available on iTunes. Apparently, its a radio edit and it runs at 3:52. I think the outro has just been trimmed. What a great song though. |
Edited by - Born to Lose on 05/07/2007 03:31:30 |
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Grunty Yodus
- FB Fan -
USA
51 Posts |
Posted - 05/07/2007 : 15:17:30
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| Saw it on eMusic a few minutes ago under "Black Francis." |
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The New Bolero
= Cult of Ray =
394 Posts |
Posted - 05/07/2007 : 17:50:25
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This is clearly Pixie-esque--with the whole name change and everything, right? I guess I like it and it's growing on me after three listens now, but I think I now know what he meant when he said those new Pixies songs came off as a bit 'fakey.'
Again I'm pretty sure I like it, but at the same time don't really know what to make of it just yet. Wonder if it might work better with a minute or so trimmed off it. |
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Czar
= Cult of Ray =
Canada
321 Posts |
Posted - 05/07/2007 : 18:28:55
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| Let's not forget that Bluefinger is in effect a pastiche, or a collection of vignettes related to Herman Brood. So we hear glimpses of the subject's style through FB's music. Bluefinger is a akin to a palimpsest. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Palimpsest |
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TRANSMARINE
* Dog in the Sand *
USA
2002 Posts |
Posted - 05/07/2007 : 18:33:55
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Sorry. It is clearly NOT Pixie-esque. Nothing on BLUEFINGER is Pixie-esque. Sorry.
To those who got the download and are familiar with the BLUEFINGER version, does this edited version lose anything as it is almost 2 minutes shorter? Honestly, I think THRESHOLD APPREHENSION is a bit boring compared to some other songs...but that's just my opinion. I think TPB, even TBR or YMIM would have been great singles.
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Czar
= Cult of Ray =
Canada
321 Posts |
Posted - 05/07/2007 : 18:45:33
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| TA is probably the most "accessible" song for the so-called alt-rock crowd nowadays. But damned! does it rock hard. |
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The New Bolero
= Cult of Ray =
394 Posts |
Posted - 05/07/2007 : 18:46:23
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Originally posted by Czar
Let's not forget that Bluefinger is in effect a pastiche, or a collection of vignettes related to Herman Brood. So we hear glimpses of the subject's style through FB's music. Bluefinger is a akin to a palimpsest. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Palimpsest
Dear Czar,
Who's Herman Brood?
Sincerely,
Confused in Youngtown |
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Czar
= Cult of Ray =
Canada
321 Posts |
Posted - 05/07/2007 : 18:47:43
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| Hmmmm... you have some reading to do in the BF Spoiler topic, man. Come on, what are you waiting for? ;-) |
Edited by - Czar on 05/07/2007 18:47:55 |
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The New Bolero
= Cult of Ray =
394 Posts |
Posted - 05/07/2007 : 18:51:43
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Originally posted by TRANSMARINE
Sorry. It is clearly NOT Pixie-esque. Nothing on BLUEFINGER is Pixie-esque. Sorry.
To those who got the download and are familiar with the BLUEFINGER version, does this edited version lose anything as it is almost 2 minutes shorter? Honestly, I think THRESHOLD APPREHENSION is a bit boring compared to some other songs...but that's just my opinion. I think TPB, even TBR or YMIM would have been great singles.
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GEE, Let's start with the name Black Francis. Sure it's Pixie-esque, come on.
And I guess, just one thing that made me use the f-word (fakey) is why does that woman have to whisper 'threshold apprehension' like she's Kim Deal whispering Debaser? It's a little weird... but I really like it. |
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Czar
= Cult of Ray =
Canada
321 Posts |
Posted - 05/07/2007 : 18:56:58
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| Well, it's sound pixiesque at times for obvious reasons, New Bolero. When you hear other songs you'll recognize several other influences (or connections) like Sonic Youth and... the Breeders. But this is clearly a FRANK BLACK/BLACK FRANCIS album(I don't care how he wants to be called now, could be RÉJEAN LACHAPELLE). As someone else said, his signature is everywhere, in the sound, the structures, the lyrics, the tempos... one of his best album, if not the best, imho. |
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Czar
= Cult of Ray =
Canada
321 Posts |
Posted - 05/07/2007 : 19:01:19
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Here's a review:
Black Francis - Threshold Apprehension
Black Francis as we know is a legend, but as we’ve seen on countless occasions in recent decade’s legendary status generally equates to god-awful quality control.
Thankfully Sir Black Francis is a different kind of entity to his relentlessly disappointing peers and thus ‘Threshold Apprehension’ stands as a brilliant shock of fire-brand indie rock that adds rather than dilutes to Frank Black’s impenetrable heritage.
With the presence of some glorious ‘woo-woos’ and Back Francis’ gnashing drawl working overtime what you’re left with is a single of pure perfection that should by rights be hooked up to the pipe-cleaner arms of fledgling rock bands via a throbbing great intravenous drip to give them just some idea of what being a legendary rock frontman really entails.
For further details on the download availability of ‘Threshold Apprehension’ click here.
Josh Timber
http://www.thedownloader.co.uk/release.php?id=3169 |
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The New Bolero
= Cult of Ray =
394 Posts |
Posted - 05/07/2007 : 19:14:33
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| Swear to god I can't wait to hear the rest of it. Thanks for the review. |
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Sprite
* Dog in the Sand *
1333 Posts |
Posted - 05/08/2007 : 03:37:48
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| What happened to the bundle? Its just a single song on ITunes. I was hoping some tasty B-sides as well. |
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TRANSMARINE
* Dog in the Sand *
USA
2002 Posts |
Posted - 05/08/2007 : 08:06:43
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Sorry. It is clearly NOT Pixie-esque. Nothing on BLUEFINGER is Pixie-esque. Sorry.
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floop
= Wannabe Volunteer =
Mexico
15297 Posts |
Posted - 05/08/2007 : 08:10:20
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does anyone think Bluefinger was originally written to be a Pixies album?
jamming good with Weird and Gilly |
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kelladwella
= Cult of Ray =
Germany
729 Posts |
Posted - 05/08/2007 : 08:16:53
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Czar
= Cult of Ray =
Canada
321 Posts |
Posted - 05/08/2007 : 09:55:12
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| Floop: I don't think so. Angels, Discothèque, Pasty do not sound Pixiesque at all to me. |
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Dallas
= Cult of Ray =
USA
725 Posts |
Posted - 05/08/2007 : 11:39:20
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I would put it this way, Charles wanted to write darker, avante-garde, music for the pixies. The fact that he chose a dark, avante-garde subject to write a complete disc about is hardly coincidental. That being said, I agree with those who see at least half the songs fitting with FBATC or post Catholic FB. On the other hand, anyone who says that TBR or TA or TPB don't sound like potential Pixies material are just being obstinant IMO. Of course they may sound different and even be arranged differently if done by the Pixes.
I think the man was trying to get into a 'Black Francis' mindset and it led to Bluefinger. As a complete album, no it does not feel like a Pixies record. Not to me anyway. Maybe he saw that as well and decided to do the stripped down approach to it and on the 8th day he rested. It was good.
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TRANSMARINE
* Dog in the Sand *
USA
2002 Posts |
Posted - 05/08/2007 : 12:17:56
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Originally posted by Dallas
I would put it this way, Charles wanted to write darker, avante-garde, music for the pixies.
He did? I must have missed that statement.
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Frog in the Sand
-+ Le premiere frog +-
France
2715 Posts |
Posted - 05/08/2007 : 13:11:31
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Originally posted by Sprite
What happened to the bundle?
It's due out May 25.
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Dallas
= Cult of Ray =
USA
725 Posts |
Posted - 05/08/2007 : 13:40:54
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Poor attempt at being literal Transmarine, clearly I said, "I would put it this way..." followed by "I think the man was trying...", so, you can stop your google search for the transcript from teh press conference.
A bit ironic that the guy who states as fact "Sorry. It is clearly NOT Pixie-esque. Nothing on BLUEFINGER is Pixie-esque. Sorry." has a problem with emphatic statements, even though you misread mine by a mile.
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Sprite
* Dog in the Sand *
1333 Posts |
Posted - 05/08/2007 : 13:48:52
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It's due out May 25.
Ahhh. I just read the Cooking Vinyl announcement again. Your'e right -thanks. (all excited again.) |
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bumblebeeboy2
> Teenager of the Year <
United Kingdom
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lumpy
- FB Fan -
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Posted - 05/08/2007 : 14:23:11
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Ah this is such a wonderful teaser for those of us who are saving their "Bluefinger virginity" until the album is released.
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Frog in the Sand
-+ Le premiere frog +-
France
2715 Posts |
Posted - 05/08/2007 : 14:43:09
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I don't think there's a "Pixies sound" or a "Catholics style" - just the inspiration of a genuine artist evolving and maturing through the years. Btw, I'm damn sure the Pixies would have ended up recording a "Black Letter Days" or even a "Honeycomb" if they hadn't broken up in '92.
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Frog in the Sand
-+ Le premiere frog +-
France
2715 Posts |
Posted - 05/08/2007 : 14:43:42
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Originally posted by Sprite
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It's due out May 25.
Ahhh. I just read the Cooking Vinyl announcement again. Your'e right -thanks. (all excited again.)
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Czar
= Cult of Ray =
Canada
321 Posts |
Posted - 05/08/2007 : 16:40:33
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Btw, I'm damn sure the Pixies would have ended up recording a "Black Letter Days" or even a "Honeycomb" if they hadn't broken up in '92.
I do not agree with this, sorry. The Pixies magic was fading out, replaced by Frank Black's since Trompe Le Monde.
BTW, anybody noticed the keyboard on Threshold? Reminds me of EDF on the Orange album. |
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kotvana
- FB Fan -
Israel
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Jason
* Dog in the Sand *
1446 Posts |
Posted - 05/09/2007 : 08:41:01
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| Just put in my order for the 7", via the Cooking Vinyl site. |
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TRANSMARINE
* Dog in the Sand *
USA
2002 Posts |
Posted - 05/09/2007 : 09:41:58
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Originally posted by Dallas
Poor attempt at being literal Transmarine, clearly I said, "I would put it this way..." followed by "I think the man was trying...", so, you can stop your google search for the transcript from teh press conference.
A bit ironic that the guy who states as fact "Sorry. It is clearly NOT Pixie-esque. Nothing on BLUEFINGER is Pixie-esque. Sorry." has a problem with emphatic statements, even though you misread mine by a mile.
My dad can beat up your dad. So lighten up, J.R. Ewing.
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Frog in the Sand
-+ Le premiere frog +-
France
2715 Posts |
Posted - 05/09/2007 : 10:04:15
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Originally posted by Czar
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Btw, I'm damn sure the Pixies would have ended up recording a "Black Letter Days" or even a "Honeycomb" if they hadn't broken up in '92.
I do not agree with this, sorry. The Pixies magic was fading out, replaced by Frank Black's since Trompe Le Monde.
BTW, anybody noticed the keyboard on Threshold? Reminds me of EDF on the Orange album.
Sorry, I realize my post is not as clear and explicit as it should have been. And I'm too lazy now to precise my thoughts
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starmekitten
-= Forum Pistolera =-
United Kingdom
6370 Posts |
Posted - 05/09/2007 : 11:52:26
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Originally posted by Jason
Just put in my order for the 7", via the Cooking Vinyl site.
Can you link that? I've been keeping an eye out and can't find it.
Idiot. |
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billgoodman
>> Denizen of the Citizens Band <<
Netherlands
6213 Posts |
Posted - 05/09/2007 : 12:33:13
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28th may:
(FRY310) Format : 7 inch single
Despatch in 3 to 14 days - Price: £2.49
1. Threshold Apprehension
2. tbc
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Jason
* Dog in the Sand *
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Posted - 05/09/2007 : 12:34:15
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Originally posted by starmekitten
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Originally posted by Jason
Just put in my order for the 7", via the Cooking Vinyl site.
Can you link that? I've been keeping an eye out and can't find it.
Idiot.
http://www.recordstore.co.uk/cookingvinyl/
Click on the "vinyl" tab at the top. |
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May 7th: Threshold Apprehension
