a lost art
I have to agree with you all on this. Most bands these days, when they go in to the studio, they layer track after track to achieve whatever sound or mood they are looking for. An example can be taken from a later FM song "The Chain" which was allegedly so many pieces grafted together. In the olden days they had only crude methods of additive recording and as such most recordings were made in one shot. It is a testament to Peter and to that band that they were able to get the results they did. Just plain outstanding musicianship. I know that I would much rather record the song as I would play it. The sense of being in the moment is something that makes music a true joy.
In reference to "The Horizon Box Set" : I just loved hearing the songs develop on each additional take. "oye yea, the blues has got me"
doodyhead
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