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Ernesto
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Netherlands
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 Posted - 03/16/2009 : 12:21:43
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the albumtracks ranked in my order of preference :
1. The Long Song
2. Break the Angels
3. Black Suit
4. Lovesick
5. Come over to my House
6. Ermesinde
7. Volcano!
8. Seeing Stars
9. Fort Wayne  yeah,i'm not kidding people
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pot
> Teenager of the Year <
Iceland
3910 Posts |
Posted - 03/16/2009 : 12:27:51
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Me.
1. Fort Wayne
2. Donnez Moi
3. Beg
4. Black Suit
5. Ma Carrefour
6. Lovesick
7. Seeing Stars
8. Break the Angels
9. Come on over to my house
10. The Long Song
11. Ermisinde
12. Volcano!
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tedbra
- FB Fan -
17 Posts |
Posted - 03/16/2009 : 19:02:07
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I was randomly able to buy it today at Amoeba here in San Francisco. He said they've had one copy there since February and he has no idea why. It was $26 but I couldn't resist. 
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kfs
= Cult of Ray =
USA
889 Posts |
Posted - 03/20/2009 : 04:37:53
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I can't put them in order of preference yet.
I really like Volcano!
hmm....and Lovesick and Seeing Stars and The Long Song and Fort Wayne!!!!!!
AHHHHHHH! |
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lonely persuader
= Cult of Ray =
Ireland
488 Posts |
Posted - 04/01/2009 : 01:00:02
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Fort Wayne = Out of state
? sorta |
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Adam
= Cult of Ray =
USA
505 Posts |
Posted - 04/01/2009 : 12:28:21
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I don't really get the buzz over Fort Wayne from last year. I rank that one as one of my least favorite.
7/27/99 9:30 Club DC
6/18/00 Fletcher's Baltimore
8/14/06 Chameleon Club Lancaster, PA |
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surgicalblue
- FB Fan -
Canada
17 Posts |
Posted - 04/18/2009 : 05:51:20
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| songs on petit fours are good. his wife sounds pretty decent. but is that a drum machine?? drum machines suck!! i'm really disappointed. boycott this record!!! |
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Schitzophonic
- FB Fan -
United Kingdom
79 Posts |
Posted - 04/18/2009 : 13:56:40
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| Boycott? Are you actually serious? :/ |
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surgicalblue
- FB Fan -
Canada
17 Posts |
Posted - 04/18/2009 : 17:22:41
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nah, don't boycott...i'm blowing this way outta proportion, but still...i'm very disappointed. feel like i've been cheated on.. i mean, the world doesn't need any more drum machines..it especially/definitely undermines the Black- dawg!!! this record is so shallow compared to Bluefinger, most would have to agree. and why?? not necessarily the chords and words chosen (Frank Black don't write no filler), but the tones (thanx to the canned beats). where are the Catholics??!?!?!? long live rock'n'roll.
i'll get over it...i hope. |
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Schitzophonic
- FB Fan -
United Kingdom
79 Posts |
Posted - 04/19/2009 : 14:59:35
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| If it's the Catholics you want, all signs point to Der Golem as BF's 'return to form.' Don't give up hope. |
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surgicalblue
- FB Fan -
Canada
17 Posts |
Posted - 04/19/2009 : 18:24:48
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yeah, i believe that Der Golem is going to be a good one!!
can't wait for its release, which is when? does anyone know of an actual date?? |
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Jefrey
= Cult of Ray =
USA
918 Posts |
Posted - 04/19/2009 : 18:33:10
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Originally posted by surgicalblue
nah, don't boycott...i'm blowing this way outta proportion, but still...i'm very disappointed. feel like i've been cheated on.. i mean, the world doesn't need any more drum machines..it especially/definitely undermines the Black- dawg!!! this record is so shallow compared to Bluefinger, most would have to agree. and why?? not necessarily the chords and words chosen (Frank Black don't write no filler), but the tones (thanx to the canned beats). where are the Catholics??!?!?!? long live rock'n'roll.
i'll get over it...i hope.
I think it's supposed to be kind of an homage to 80's music, so the drum machines and cheesy synths are intentional.
It's not like FB would have any problem recruiting a drummer...I can see not liking it, but I think you're missing the point. That's why it's called Grand Duchy and not The Catholics, right? It's supposed to be a different band.
Qu'ils aillent se faire foutre <-- yeah, what he said. |
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surgicalblue
- FB Fan -
Canada
17 Posts |
Posted - 04/20/2009 : 11:45:14
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| nope, i fully realize the concept, but the bottom line is that the album, IN MY OPINION, is lacking, due to the fake drumming and all the other dance music crap. sound is sound in the end, and this one just doesn't sound very good nor convincing to me. of course, this is only one man's measly thoughts - just thought i'd share my review, as this is a forum, and all that you ever see are positive comments. ya gotta rock the boat every now and then, eh??!?! and, let it be known: my faith in Frank Black as a singular artist remains intact. He is THE best, mon amies. oh yeah, and that, 'Black Suit' song is kickin'!!! |
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Skatealex1
* Dog in the Sand *
1670 Posts |
Posted - 04/20/2009 : 12:08:26
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Black Suit is kicking indeed. I kind of agree with you in a way- because I think this album is a bit hokey. I particularly can't listen to Long Song and lovesick- they're very musically boring to me. I also grew out of Fort Wayne a bit- loved it when I first heard it though. I dig the Vapors song- I think that is the best use of their synths!
I am sure Black Francis can still write great songs. I personally feel like the Grand Duchy album is kind of weak. Props to the man for trying something different, and I'm sure other people dig it and disagree with me! |
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pot
> Teenager of the Year <
Iceland
3910 Posts |
Posted - 04/20/2009 : 12:38:10
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I haven't really listened to PF much since I got. I agree with the AP, it is slightly weak.
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tedbra
- FB Fan -
17 Posts |
Posted - 04/23/2009 : 17:51:11
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| This is not a weak album. You need to give it more time before you start reviewing. Dude, chill on the drum machine, some of these songs are flat out awesome. Lovesick and Break the Angels are a little "weak" possibly, but the rest are kick ass in my mind. Almost every album has a few weak tracks, besides DITS possibly. And don't discredit Come Over To My House, that song rules! |
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Daisy Girl
~ Abstract Brain ~
Belize
5305 Posts |
Posted - 04/24/2009 : 12:54:17
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| Still waiting to get my copy. I got very excited thinking that my Japanese import came early. Instead, it was a cd from the Current, so I was happy. But is sure wasn't the happiness I will have when I get PF. |
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kfs
= Cult of Ray =
USA
889 Posts |
Posted - 04/25/2009 : 12:34:59
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| I got the bonus tracks today. I.REALLY like Donnes Moi! Get it if you don't have it!! |
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Daisy Girl
~ Abstract Brain ~
Belize
5305 Posts |
Posted - 04/26/2009 : 09:46:08
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| hi, where did you order them from? |
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Daisy Girl
~ Abstract Brain ~
Belize
5305 Posts |
Posted - 04/28/2009 : 15:16:46
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| Got it today!!!!!!!!!!!!!! |
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solofloyd
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33 Posts |
Posted - 04/29/2009 : 02:21:56
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Originally posted by Daisy Girl
Got it today!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
how can i get it? i just tried to download from amazon uk but it won't let me to geographic restrictions. i am in the US (in PA).
thanks |
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kfs
= Cult of Ray =
USA
889 Posts |
Posted - 04/29/2009 : 06:09:46
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I got the bonus tracks from itunes (U.S.).
I love Beg just as much as I love Donnes Moi. I don't really care for that other one....but I'll give it time. |
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moonruler
- FB Fan -
USA
209 Posts |
Posted - 04/29/2009 : 11:49:47
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Definitely pleased with this disc, but am jonesing for a longer release. I dig the 18+ song opuses.
Long Song and Ermisande are probably my faves, but the only song I have problems making through is Black Suit. |
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Daisy Girl
~ Abstract Brain ~
Belize
5305 Posts |
Posted - 04/29/2009 : 16:09:49
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| Thanks for the update KFS. I should have been more clear, I got my Japanese import yesterday! It rocks!!! |
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fbc
-= Modulator =-
United Kingdom
4903 Posts |
Posted - 04/30/2009 : 08:25:48
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I'm sitting down with a cup of tea, the tele on but mute, listening to Petit Fours for the first time without skipping a track.
ED: Finished the tea. The record's over. I quickly jotted down some thoughts as it played. I'm rubbish at lists favouring one song over another when there's more than four songs to consider. It might give someone something to read. Here goes
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Come On Over To My House Stairway to Mars Elevator music intro. I'm nodding along to the verse. I'm liking the synths wa-wa-wa wa waaaaaaa. Is Rosie a dog?
Lovesick I'm nodding along so far. Still nodding. 1:20+ sounds sweet. Back to nodding, thinking of Hermaphroditos. "THIS is a long song", he said with a smile.
Fort Wayne I got stuck on Fort Wayne when the urge to strum along got too much. Every time I hear this song it feels like the first time. It's the opening chord progression. It's not the average 4 chord repeat progression, that's for sure. He plays over 20 chords! I'm in awe.
Seeing Stars Very seductive start. I like Violet's vocals, especially the chorus. 2:30 nifty little change in direction here. Nice.
Black Suit Slowed down Tame intro, heh. I count to 4 quite a few times during this one. FBF can write songs like this in his sleep, someone once said. Love the background vocals at the end.
Long Song I'm a sucker for this kind of beat. Love the synth at the end, sorry, 3 minutes odd in. It IS a long song, innit. Guitar and drums at the end makes me smile = Give me a record like this, hell yeah!
Break The Angels I'm not one to want Frank to sound like the pixies but when he does it's alright by me. Familiar. The intros like a jam. I bet it was fun to play. Violet owns this song.
Ermesinde I'm familiar with this one. Love the beginning. Love the production. His guitar sounds sweet when it kicks in to clarity. The chorus is a bit electronic for me but then a cool change back to the beginning. And repeat. I do like this one. Alot. When I hear it.
Volcano For 3 minutes plus it flies by. This one just nails the fun I imagine they had making Petit Fours. I like.
I'm at a place where I don't listen to Fb like I used to. Petit Fours is caught up here, too. Its release is bad timing on my part, but I do know I've heard enough to want more Grand Duchy and hope for a European Tour more than ever. |
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badronald
- FB Fan -
USA
72 Posts |
Posted - 04/30/2009 : 11:03:56
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Originally posted by fbc
Black Suit Slowed down Tame intro, heh. I count to 4 quite a few times during this one. FBF can write songs like this in his sleep, someone once said.
At the show last night they mentioned this song was written last minute for possible inclusion on the Spiderman III soundtrack. It didn't make the cut, and the movie suffered for it.
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fbc
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United Kingdom
4903 Posts |
Posted - 04/30/2009 : 11:40:56
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| Probably :) I haven't seen it. I bet these songs come alive played live. |
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trobrianders
> Teenager of the Year <
Papua New Guinea
3302 Posts |
Posted - 04/30/2009 : 11:53:20
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I like the sexy-silly bits best. I'd like the album more if it were sexier and sillier. I got The Timbers on repeat a while so I'm happy.
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Ed is the hoo hoo |
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fbc
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United Kingdom
4903 Posts |
Posted - 04/30/2009 : 13:52:08
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I know. I read your post in the "What Frank.." thread )
I like the Fort Wayne.
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Off Petits Fours, which was officially released in the United States April 14, “Fort Wayne” was the very first song Thompson and Clark recorded together on equal footing — not knowing it at the time, but as Grand Duchy. According to both of them, it soon became apparent that this would be more than just a one-song recording session.
“We did the song ‘Fort Wayne.’ We deemed it to be kind of special,” says Thompson. “We didn’t think we were going to have magic every time, but we did the first time.”
http://www.weeklyvolcano.com/2009-04-30/music-main/3735
One of those "where the **** did this come from" tracks. Like "Don't Get Me Wrong" and "Virginia Reel". Just when I think we're turning left we take a right. IMO. |
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trobrianders
> Teenager of the Year <
Papua New Guinea
3302 Posts |
Posted - 04/30/2009 : 14:37:30
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The Timbers. I knew you'd like that.
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Ed is the hoo hoo |
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coastline
> Teenager of the Year <
USA
3111 Posts |
Posted - 04/30/2009 : 18:41:01
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[quote]Originally posted by fbc
I like the Fort Wayne.
[quote]I like the Fort Wayne, too, Mr. FBC. Despite my listening to it roughly 25 billion times, it hasn't lost an ounce of its lustre.
 Please pardon me, for these my wrongs. |
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fbc
-= Modulator =-
United Kingdom
4903 Posts |
Posted - 05/01/2009 : 02:09:25
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| You took your time. I've been expecting your post. Sort your tags out, yeah. |
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tisasawath
= Cult of Ray =
Wallis and Futuna Islands
783 Posts |
Posted - 05/06/2009 : 10:06:34
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| i can't get over the comment of Lovesick being weak. guess i'm sucker for weak then. |
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vilainde
>> Denizen of the Citizens Band <<
Niue
7443 Posts |
Posted - 05/06/2009 : 10:40:01
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Lovesick gets on my nerves.
Denis
"Can you hear me? I aint got shit to say." |
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ccuadros
* Dog in the Sand *
Chile
1315 Posts |
Posted - 05/07/2009 : 09:48:45
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| Today I recieved the CD, I´m happy! |
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gary13th
= Cult of Ray =
United Kingdom
632 Posts |
Posted - 05/10/2009 : 05:01:05
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I like some of the tracks, I like Fort Wayne, The Timbers (from Lovesick single), Vapours (ditto) and Lovesick, but for me most of the other tracks are just ok... though Violet sings nicely and makes the rest listenable, kudos to FB for this project, even if its not "great" for me yet, It could be...!
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