Starshine

[sue]

Starshine was played this morning by Ken Bruce on his BBC Radio 2 programme.

[BlueDenimLamp]

Starshine was played this morning by Ken Bruce on his BBC Radio 2 programme.

They played the single early :D hopefully this is a good sign :nod:

[nicole21290]

http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b04gynqd

At about 2.22.00-ish. Recording now then will edit and upload soon once I've gotten my sister to go back to bed, lol.

And... I've left the intro and outro in from Ken. Hopefully will have the proper iTunes track in a couple of hours.

http://buckinghamnicks-ff.tumblr.com/post/97561291759/ken-bruce-gives-starshine-its-exclusive-first

[Rachelclaire]

http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b04gynqd

At about 2.22.00-ish. Recording now then will edit and upload soon.

Thank you Nicole. xx

[MoonSister75]

Starshine was played this morning by Ken Bruce on his BBC Radio 2 programme.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b04gynqd

At about 2.22.00-ish. Recording now then will edit and upload soon once I've gotten my sister to go back to bed, lol.

And... I've left the intro and outro in from Ken. Hopefully will have the proper iTunes track in a couple of hours.

http://buckinghamnicks-ff.tumblr.com/post/97561291759/ken-bruce-gives-starshine-its-exclusive-first

Thanks! How exciting!! :]:] A good bouncy rocker for the radio :)

I'm quite impressed with the radio publicity so far in the UK. Many artists don't get any exposure on major radio stations.

[Jondalar]

I eat my words. That is about 100x better than the demo and I really like it a lot. They turned into a real song- a bouncy throwback to the 70s. :)

[pattyfan]

Awesome. Thanks so much. I really like it. I think this CD is going to be right up there with Bella Donna and The Wild Heart. :)

BTW, how did you find that???? I assume you didn't just happen to listen to the BBC radio station on line and it just came on. Anyway, I'm impressed. :)

Kevin

[nicole21290]

Awesome. Thanks so much. I really like it. I think this CD is going to be right up there with Bella Donna and The Wild Heart. :)

BTW, how did you find that???? I assume you didn't just happen to listen to the BBC radio station on line and it just came on. Anyway, I'm impressed. :)

Kevin

I assume the original poster just heard it on the regular radio as they went about their day, seeing as they seem to be from Berkshire. I actually DO often just randomly listen to BBC R1, R2 and 6 Music online but not today. Just searched for the programme once I saw this thread, lol.

[louielouie2000]

What a fun little song! By far my favorite of the full tracks we've gotten. Stevie's voice really impresses me here. What a perfect foot-tapping way to open up an album!

[Jondalar]

What a fun little song! By far my favorite of the full tracks we've gotten. Stevie's voice really impresses me here. What a perfect foot-tapping way to open up an album!

Can't believe I like this song but I do! Very fun!

[On Ice]

Smokin' little tune, great pace and perfectly sung. We're in for a real treat here folks. :thumbsup:

[Danielle]

Nicole, again, thank you! :angel:
This song is just amazing! I am so happy that I actually love the three songs so far. :]

[sue]

I assume the original poster just heard it on the regular radio as they went about their day, seeing as they seem to be from Berkshire. I actually DO often just randomly listen to BBC R1, R2 and 6 Music online but not today. Just searched for the programme once I saw this thread, lol.

I am indeed an avid listener to BBC Radio 2 and especially Mr Ken Bruce.......I find he helps with the Monday morning ironing....
And Stevie certainly helped....

[BombaySapphire3]

Wow ! fully fleshed out and much improved over the demo.Things are looking up for 24KG!

[shackin'up]

Although she sounds a little like a monkey on helium on this one, I like the bouncyness of it. Nice.

[sorcerer999]

Thank you so very much, Nicole!!'

This is crazy good!!! Once again, Stevie manages to take one of my least favorite demos and turn it into a great great GREAT SONG!

I love everything about this! Got a huge smile on my face when I heard that she added the "runaway now...down, down baby...told you what to do with your life but you could not save me..." part from demo vocal take 4!!!

The musicianship is superb! I will be listening to this one 1000 times today! :D

[mitzo]

To me it sounds great for its genre, considering this is not my type of Stevie song. At all.

[BombaySapphire3]

To me it sounds great for its genre, considering this is not my type of Stevie song. At all.

Well I guess a backhanded compliment is better than none at all.:lol:

[sorcerer999]

Definitely the most rocking, up-tempo track opener since "I Can't Wait"! I love the final "vocal run" (Olympics :D) that she does on the final "Starshine" to end the song!

[markolas]

Love it. I always thought the demo had potential, and they really brought out the greatness in it. She could use this as a concert opener, like Enchanted.

[BombaySapphire3]

This song just sounds so great even on tiny and tinny computer speakers..I can't wait until 9pm PST to get the MP3 and play it on some better speakers:blob2:

[vivfox]

Once again Nicole you are the first to bring us something new and exciting. Thank you!!! I love this song. It is sooo nice to hear a good rock song of hers played on the radio. My fave part was the vocal ending and I really love the musical bridge in mid song.

[Lisa W]

Wow - I love this track! What a great way to open the album.

[sorcerer999]

Once again Nicole you are the first to bring us something new and exciting. Thank you!!!

x infinity!!! If not for you, those of us in other parts of the world wouldn't have gotten a sneak peak at the tracklist before it was released!

I think I can speak for ALL OF US on this forum when I say we EXTREMELY APPRECIATE you keeping us updated and sharing everything that you get so early (first sunrise) in your part of the world! Cheers!!! :xoxo:

[sorcerer999]

The Instagram snippet is up, by the way! :)

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[BlueDenimLamp]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Check out a clip of Stevie’s song &quot;Starshine” from her album ’24 Karat Gold-Songs From The Vault’ -… <a href="http://t.co/rRVDB5kI6A">http://t.co/rRVDB5kI6A</a></p>&mdash; Stevie Nicks (@StevieNicks) <a href="https://twitter.com/StevieNicks/status/511553621591601152">September 15, 2014</a></blockquote> <script async src="//platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

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Better late than never...

I'm liking the fact that Stevie has revived a lot of the little bits from long ago (Keyboards/ Percussion / Vocal ad libs ) And I think this combination of Stevie , Dave and Waddy works quite well...Maybe they should write some songs and make a record as a band instead of "Stevie Nicks"...Go back to Nashville write and record 10 songs on the fly and put out a album...The only question is what will they call themselves???

[BlueLight]

x infinity!!! If not for you, those of us in other parts of the world wouldn't have gotten a sneak peak at the tracklist before it was released!

I think I can speak for ALL OF US on this forum when I say we EXTREMELY APPRECIATE you keeping us updated and sharing everything that you get so early (first sunrise) in your part of the world! Cheers!!! :xoxo:

YES! Thank you, thank you, Nicole!

I CANNOT stop listening to this song - it far exceeds my expectations (and that's saying something!). Love. :thumbsup:

[nicole21290]

YES! Thank you, thank you, Nicole!

I CANNOT stop listening to this song - it far exceeds my expectations (and that's saying something!). Love. :thumbsup:

Well, in this case the Brits actually got it before us, lol. Again, it took until 3am for it to appear on the Australian iTunes Store.

Happy to help though. Turned out far better than I thought it would, honestly.

[pryderi]

Classic Stevie is BACK!!

[jkmaletic]

Although she sounds a little like a monkey on helium on this one, I like the bouncyness of it. Nice.

I think that's caused by maybe the tumber player, because it doesn't sound that way on the Instagram clip at all.

I LOVE it!!!

[Lisa W]

YES! Thank you, thank you, Nicole!

I CANNOT stop listening to this song - it far exceeds my expectations (and that's saying something!). Love. :thumbsup:
Please also accept my thanks Nicole. Hearing this track has put me in such a good mood and is a great start to my week!

[Bandon]

GREAT VERSION. ..LOVE IT!:thumbsup:

[blinker12]

Nice! What a fun track.

It has a very "Angel-live-on-the-White-Winged-Dove-tour" vibe to it -- one of my favorite of her live performances.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rWTCZUc1dzU

[welcomechris]

Oh my god I LOVE THIS! This is great

[DashingDan]

Firstly, I AM VERY HAPPY THAT SO MANY PEOPLE LIKE THIS TRACK. I truly am.

This is one of those instances where I feel like I wrote down the wrong address to the party or took a seat in the wrong classroom. This track just doesn't do it for me.

[Feather Blade]

Firstly, I AM VERY HAPPY THAT SO MANY PEOPLE LIKE THIS TRACK. I truly am.

This is one of those instances where I feel like I wrote down the wrong address to the party or took a seat in the wrong classroom. This track just doesn't do it for me.

Don't feel alone in this. I have to say that it doesn't really grab me either. I did only hear the short snippet though, so maybe I will like the full product better, or at least maybe it will grow on me.

[BombaySapphire3]

Firstly, I AM VERY HAPPY THAT SO MANY PEOPLE LIKE THIS TRACK. I truly am.

This is one of those instances where I feel like I wrote down the wrong address to the party or took a seat in the wrong classroom. This track just doesn't do it for me.
Just give it a chance when you can listen to it from ITunes or Amazon and on some good speakers...the sound quality on the BBC feed is terrible..I had some trepidations about this one but I just don't see how the final product could be any better.:shrug:

[DauphineMarie]

http://38.media.tumblr.com/94dd130ee31b610a9c5504823d432d7a/tumblr_nbymwgJbrx1rhboumo1_400.png

A little low quality.. but :thumbsup: ;)

[sorcerer999]

http://38.media.tumblr.com/94dd130ee31b610a9c5504823d432d7a/tumblr_nbymwgJbrx1rhboumo1_400.png

A little low quality.. but :thumbsup: ;)

Ooooh! Nice single pic! Thanks for sharing!!! :xoxo:

[seekerj]

Don't feel alone in this. I have to say that it doesn't really grab me either. I did only hear the short snippet though, so maybe I will like the full product better, or at least maybe it will grow on me.

I'm not feeling it, either. I love all the snippets and singles we've gotten, but not this one. It's too "choppy" for me (not "smooth", if you know what I mean). But that's the same reason I don't like the demo jams either. And I don't really hear 1970's as some have commented; to me, this is more 1980's sounding, you know, that "choppy", unsmooth 80's sound.

[DauphineMarie]

I'm not feeling it, either. I love all the snippets and singles we've gotten, but not this one. It's too "choppy" for me (not "smooth", if you know what I mean). But that's the same reason I don't like the demo jams either. And I don't really hear 1970's as some have commented; to me, this is more 1980's sounding, you know, that "choppy", unsmooth 80's sound.

While I agree with this for the most part, I think you have to listen to the whole thing to appreciate it. But I will say the song is great for what it is - a real rock-n-roll song, much like the live "Angel" mentioned above. It's certainly more different than Lady, and even the Dealer, but it got radio airplay, so kudos to the BBC for once lol.

[louielouie2000]

Firstly, I AM VERY HAPPY THAT SO MANY PEOPLE LIKE THIS TRACK. I truly am.

This is one of those instances where I feel like I wrote down the wrong address to the party or took a seat in the wrong classroom. This track just doesn't do it for me.

I had the same reaction to Lady. The universal gushing praise just confounded me. But I'm glad people connected with it all the same.

[Jondalar]

I'm not feeling it, either. I love all the snippets and singles we've gotten, but not this one. It's too "choppy" for me (not "smooth", if you know what I mean). But that's the same reason I don't like the demo jams either. And I don't really hear 1970's as some have commented; to me, this is more 1980's sounding, you know, that "choppy", unsmooth 80's sound.

To me this total 1970s roller boogie disco ball rock. It's Angel part 2. It makes me think of early Jodi Foster movies, The Bay City Rollers, Kristi McNichol Little Darling's era.. Throw in Linda Blair and Sygman and the Seamonster.... Happy :)

[markolas]

I had the same reaction to Lady. The universal gushing praise just confounded me. But I'm glad people connected with it all the same.

Yeah, Lady is a nice song, but I thought the gushing was over-the-top. I mean, it's good, but it's not the OMG BEST THING SHE EVER RECORDED I'M DYING!!!

[DauphineMarie]

Yeah, Lady is a nice song, but I thought the gushing was over-the-top. I mean, it's good, but it's not the OMG BEST THING SHE EVER RECORDED I'M DYING!!!

That being said, I still think Lady has been the best single so far, as far as being interesting, special, whatever. I'm guessing Starshine will be the most commercial single so far, or that's at least how it sounds to me.

[BlueLight]

http://38.media.tumblr.com/94dd130ee31b610a9c5504823d432d7a/tumblr_nbymwgJbrx1rhboumo1_400.png

A little low quality.. but :thumbsup: ;)

Gorgeous! In my excitement, I completely forgot that we're getting another single album cover - LOVE. This is asking way too much, but how awesome would it be to have a set of 7" records with cover art accompanying the vinyl release?

[sue]

When I heard this song on BBC Radio 2 (thanks Ken). I was really excited, still am BUT after listening on BBC Playlist 3 or 4 times....I think its a tad too long!!
I still love it but it is a bit long....it repeats too much.

[sorcerer999]

This is asking way too much, but how awesome would it be to have a set of 7" records with cover art accompanying the vinyl release?

How awesome would it be? My reaction would probably best be described by a song from The Lonely Island called "J*zz In My Pants"!

Classy, huh? :lol:

[welcomechris]

When I heard this song on BBC Radio 2 (thanks Ken). I was really excited, still am BUT after listening on BBC Playlist 3 or 4 times....I think its a tad too long!!
I still love it but it is a bit long....it repeats too much.

Here we go again with the "to long" It's perfect the way it is!

[sorcerer999]

A lot of you have been saying that these singles are "too long and too repetitive"...but this is Stevie Nicks we are talking about...are you people NEW??? :lol:

[sue]

A lot of you have been saying that these singles are "too long and too repetitive"...but this is Stevie Nicks we are talking about...are you people NEW??? :lol:

Not exactly, FM fan since 1969......its just a thought that's all.

[BlueLight]

How awesome would it be? My reaction would probably best be described by a song from The Lonely Island called "J*zz In My Pants"!

Classy, huh? :lol:

Ha, I think I'd have the same reaction ;)

[BlueLight]

A lot of you have been saying that these singles are "too long and too repetitive"...but this is Stevie Nicks we are talking about...are you people NEW??? :lol:

If Stevie had here way, I'm sure every song would be 12-minutes long. :lol:

[welcomechris]

Stevie Nicks continues to fan anticipation for her upcoming solo studio album 24 Karat Gold: Songs from the Vault with song previews. The Fleetwood Mac star's latest offering is a reworking of a late 70s Nicks-penned demo called "Starshine"

The two-time Grammy winner posted the video on Sept. 15 at her official Facebook page. The 15-second clip reveals the chorus of the uptempo pop-rocker singing the chorus, "Starshine... Oh you used to be silver/Lovelight, lover's stare. Well you used to make me shiver."

"Starshine" premiered on BBC Radio 2 where Ken Bruce debuted the full track on his show today. Click here and advance the program ahead to the 2:22:14 mark to listen to the song in its entirety. The track will be available to purchase in iTunes on Sept. 15.

Nicks rearranged and re-recorded the demo in the studio and has included it among 14 songs on "24 Karat Gold." The album is primarily an eclectic collection of self-penned songs, which the enduring pop diva recorded over the years, but never released on an album. Co-produced by Nicks along with ex-Eurythmics co-frontman Dave Stewart and longtime Nick's bandmember and session guitarist Waddy Wachtel, the tracks were newly recorded in Nashville and mixed in Los Angeles.

The veteran singer-songwriter previously previewed ten other tracks from the album earlier this month, including "The Dealer," "If You were My Love," "Mabel Normand," "Belle Fleur," "All the Beautiful Worlds," "Lady," "I Don't Care," "Hard Advice" and "Carousel" and "Cathouse Blues." "24 Karat Gold" is available for pre-order and will be released Oct. 7 on the Reprise label. Click here for more information.

The diminutive songstress will hit the road this fall with the reunited Fleetwood Mac classic line-up, which will include the newly rejoined Christine McVie. The tour kicks off the tour in on Sept. 20 in Minneapolis, Minneapolis, at Target Centre and wrap up in on Dec. 14 in Dallas, Texas, at American Airlines Centre. For more information, click here.

Did you know? Stevie Nicks has revealed the over half the songs contained on "24 Karat" are about Fleetwood Mac bandmate and ex-lover Lindsey Buckingham.


http://www.examiner.com/article/stevie-nicks-unveils-new-song-starshine

[mitzo]

I hate myself for listening to this a zillion times already. Sigh. Stevie...

[Jondalar]

A lot of you have been saying that these singles are "too long and too repetitive"...but this is Stevie Nicks we are talking about...are you people NEW??? :lol:

don't think it's as repetitive as the stuff on In Your Dreams… There is a nice musical break in the song and she doesn't have too many lyrics. I totally enjoy it.

[BlueLight]

don't think it's as repetitive as the stuff on In Your Dreams… There is a nice musical break in the song and she doesn't have too many lyrics. I totally enjoy it.

That bridge is amazing!! Can't stop listening.

[Machu]

I like it, it's good and I'm sure it will grow on me even more as time passes. I have to admit though, I think I am going to miss polished final products like her previous albums. The 24 Karat songs all have a very live feel to them (probably because most of them basically are) and I also like hearing Stevie harmonize with herself and it doesn't seem like we're going to be getting much of that. That doesn't take away from my excitement though!

[Jondalar]

This song is every bit as good as Enchanted and it sounds good next to The Dealer.

[Japhry]

Smokin' little tune, great pace and perfectly sung. We're in for a real treat here folks. :thumbsup:

It is Smokin' indeed! I can't wait to buy the single later tonight. I know it's formally not available until tomorrow-but I seem to be able to get the singles on Itunes around 8 or 9 PM pacific time. :]

[BombaySapphire3]

It is Smokin' indeed! I can't wait to buy the single later tonight. I know it's formally not available until tomorrow-but I seem to be able to get the singles on Itunes around 8 or 9 PM pacific time. :]

Yep..we start getting them right around midnight EST so I'll be waiting at 9...I was never that big a fan of the demo but the 24KG version is one of the best rockers she has done in ages.It kind of has southern boogie Little Feat feel to it which is perfect .

[HelloMonster]

How awesome would it be? My reaction would probably best be described by a song from The Lonely Island called "J*zz In My Pants"!

Classy, huh? :lol:

Hahaha when Bruce Willis was dead at the end of Sixth Sense I...

I love TLI, especially Incredibad! My fav is Boombox. It was a rainbow coalition of daaancing :lol:

Anyways, sorry for the side discussion. Carry on! :D

[jkmaletic]

For those who preorderd thru Warner, we should be getting an email tomorrow with the link for this single, correct?

[sorcerer999]

For those who preorderd thru Warner, we should be getting an email tomorrow with the link for this single, correct?

Correct. Although, I did not get my download email until about 11 PM last time. Lame.

[StreetAngel86]

there's one demo of this i like better than the other
and i used to listen to it aaaaaaaaaaaaaall the time on my morning beach run
BUT

WOW this is better than all the demos i've heard
what head banger :nod::nod::nod::nod:
def would be a good setlist opener
could listen to this all day. I might. :lol:

[DauphineMarie]

Gorgeous! In my excitement, I completely forgot that we're getting another single album cover - LOVE. This is asking way too much, but how awesome would it be to have a set of 7" records with cover art accompanying the vinyl release?

I WISH!! :eek: That would be too much to handle. These single covers are absolutely gorgeous, especially this one.

[HoursAndHours]

This song is fun, I can tell I'm going to be listening to it on repeat for a while. :D

[Danielle]

Correct. Although, I did not get my download email until about 11 PM last time. Lame.

Same here. I live in Brazil and both Lady and Starshine were available (Itunes) the day before but last time I didn't get the e-mail until close to midnight, so I obviously can't resist and buy the song a day before I actually get the e-mail. :mad:

[gldstwmn]

Thank you! I am digging this! :thumbsup:

[HoursAndHours]

2.5 hours left... :]

[PenguinHead]

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Better late than never...

I'm liking the fact that Stevie has revived a lot of the little bits from long ago (Keyboards/ Percussion / Vocal ad libs ) And I think this combination of Stevie , Dave and Waddy works quite well...Maybe they should write some songs and make a record as a band instead of "Stevie Nicks"...Go back to Nashville write and record 10 songs on the fly and put out a album...The only question is what will they call themselves???
It would be called Stevie Nicks.

[pattyfan]

I got my download!! 9:15 PM PST!!!

Kevin

[sorcerer999]

Correct. Although, I did not get my download email until about 11 PM last time. Lame.

Ha! Just got my download at 11:02! Thanks Warners! This makes up for having to wait all damn day to get "Lady"! :nod:

[Lisa W]

Ha! Just got my download at 11:02! Thanks Warners! This makes up for having to wait all damn day to get "Lady"! :nod:
I also just got my Warners download at 9:02. Fantastic! I'm listening to it and can't wait to hear this on vinyl. Woo hoo!!

[BombaySapphire3]

Got mine right after 9 as well and can't stop listening and to think this is probably one of the ones that I was least looking forward to when I saw the track list.What a great time to be a fan!

[SpyNote]

It's a stone groove winner! :woohoo::woohoo::woohoo: It's going to kill onstage!

[BombaySapphire3]

It's a stone groove winner! :woohoo::woohoo::woohoo: It's going to kill onstage!

True! so where is the Sept. 29 Bay area vinyl listening party gonna be at:shrug::lol:

[dontlookdown]

It's streaming now on Beats Music;
which I highly recommend over Spotify.

I think this album is going to do really well.
Musically, this is right where she belongs.

Since In Your Dreams, she's been doing her strongest
work since Bella Donna.

[pattyfan]

True! so where is the Sept. 29 Bay area vinyl listening party gonna be at:shrug::lol:

Bay Area here too :) :) I'll bring home made ice cream!!


Kevin

[BombaySapphire3]

Bay Area here too :) :) I'll bring home made ice cream!!


Kevin
:thumbsup: and I'll bring the wine!

[PenguinHead]

It's streaming now on Beats Music;
which I highly recommend over Spotify.

I think this album is going to do really well.
Musically, this is right where she belongs.

Since In Your Dreams, she's been doing her strongest
work since Bella Donna.

All the planets of the universe seem to be lining up in Stevie's favor. It's like she has come full circle. Of course not everyone will have that opinion.

Yet it seems this album is getting a lot of buzz and might achieve the acclaim and success similar to Bella Donna. Dave Stewart has his critics, but you can't deny he has been an inspiration to Stevie, and the catalyst to the revitalization of her solo career.

[Lisa W]

All the planets of the universe seem to be lining up in Stevie's favor. It's like she has come full circle. Of course not everyone will have that opinion.

Yet it seems this album is getting a lot of buzz and might achieve the acclaim and success similar to Bella Donna. Dave Stewart has his critics, but you can't deny he has been an inspiration to Stevie, and the catalyst to the revitalization of her solo career.
I really agree with you. The tracks I have heard and the build-up all feel so much like the Bella Donna era. And yes, I think Dave Stewart has been a huge part of making this possible. His Nashville connections and quick approach to recording were such a benefit to this project.

[Macfanforever]

Sorry to be a party pooper in joining in.

I just got it today and it will sit in my computer probably unopened.

Not to spoil my surprise .I'm avoiding to scroll down and read the other posts.

[James89]

It's #1 on the US iTunes Rock Songs chart! Great news! :D

[Machu]

I never really listened to this demo but now I'm going to have this in my head all day long! Love it!

[SpyNote]

True! so where is the Sept. 29 Bay area vinyl listening party gonna be at:shrug::lol:

The Fillmore would be perfect! :lol:

[ViscountViktor]

Just as a side note, when Stevie sings "we've been together" the first time, she's hitting a high Bb on the "we've"!
She must have been having a really good day in the studio to hit that, she hasn't done it confidently since Bella Donna?
FYI Gold Dust Woman peak is a high A.

[sorcerer999]

Just as a side note, when Stevie sings "we've been together" the first time, she's hitting a high Bb on the "we've"!
She must have been having a really good day in the studio to hit that, she hasn't done it confidently since Bella Donna?
FYI Gold Dust Woman peak is a high A.

Just within the past few years, her vocal range seems to either be improving...or she's getting more confident/willing to take more chances in the studio. 99% of the snippets we've heard reflect that she's singing in the same key as the original demo which is AMAZING ~ Especially "Cathouse Blues"!!! The only thing she's gone lower on has been "Lady". Interestingly enough, she's singing in a higher key on "Mabel" than her original demo for it.

[BigAl84]

I've always wondered if the biggest factor in Stevie's "limited" range is the fact that it seems that she likes to sit down while recording in the studio and rehearsing. It's well known amongst professional musicians that you have to stand to sing properly, in order to get full use from your diaphragm. To this day I wonder what "Destiny Rules" would sound like had she simply stood up for the final take. Maybe she did, but from the documentary it doesn't look like it.

There's no doubt - she doesn't have the range she used to, but I think certain environmental factors such as sitting during recording / rehearsing have enabled her to settle into a comfort zone a little prematurely.

[Jondalar]

Because of Starshine and Lady, I'm actually looking forward to Mabel and 24k and I don't like the demos.

[SpyNote]

I've always wondered if the biggest factor in Stevie's "limited" range is the fact that it seems that she likes to sit down while recording in the studio and rehearsing. It's well known amongst professional musicians that you have to stand to sing properly, in order to get full use from your diaphragm. To this day I wonder what "Destiny Rules" would sound like had she simply stood up for the final take. Maybe she did, but from the documentary it doesn't look like it.

There's no doubt - she doesn't have the range she used to, but I think certain environmental factors such as sitting during recording / rehearsing have enabled her to settle into a comfort zone a little prematurely.

She was pretty moody and uninspired during these sessions, which was probably why these songs missed their potential.

[sorcerer999]

Does anyone have (or know where we can find) a HIGH RES version of the "Starshine" single cover?

[PoetofRhiannon]

Starshine is #1 on iTunes Rock
and #58 overall

[ricohv]

I've always wondered if the biggest factor in Stevie's "limited" range is the fact that it seems that she likes to sit down while recording in the studio and rehearsing. It's well known amongst professional musicians that you have to stand to sing properly, in order to get full use from your diaphragm. To this day I wonder what "Destiny Rules" would sound like had she simply stood up for the final take. Maybe she did, but from the documentary it doesn't look like it.

There's no doubt - she doesn't have the range she used to, but I think certain environmental factors such as sitting during recording / rehearsing have enabled her to settle into a comfort zone a little prematurely.
A great observation-and probably at least partially if not wholly correct. I love The Ledge for all the insight and opinions everyone brings to the table. I haven't posted much lately because honestly I'm underwhelmed by all that is 24 Karat gold so far BUT sometimes when I come here and see the enthusiasm it brings back some of mine. I've been at this a LONG time so it's hard to maintain my early level of enthusiasm. But Stevie feels like family now, i.e. you don't always love what they do but you always love them! Thanks everyone! Ricoh

[louielouie2000]

She was pretty moody and uninspired during these sessions, which was probably why these songs missed their potential.

Watching the Destiny Rules documentary, I cannot for the life of me pick up on why Stevie purports to being so miserable during the making of Say You Will. She wasn't manic & giddy the way she was during the In Your Dreams documentary, but she seemed to be having a positive experience nonetheless.

[Richard B]

What a jumping great song......love!

Oh and I am really digging the Official LYRIC Videos for these three songs so far. It reminds me of the days listening to a song and following along with the lyric sheet from the album. Fast forward to now and the added imagery of moving video makes going along to a song with the lyrics so much more fun.

PS
I also always thought she sang "playing with fireworks"...lol
It's actually "playing with fire was"

[bombaysaffires]

I've always wondered if the biggest factor in Stevie's "limited" range is the fact that it seems that she likes to sit down while recording in the studio and rehearsing. It's well known amongst professional musicians that you have to stand to sing properly, in order to get full use from your diaphragm. To this day I wonder what "Destiny Rules" would sound like had she simply stood up for the final take. Maybe she did, but from the documentary it doesn't look like it.

There's no doubt - she doesn't have the range she used to, but I think certain environmental factors such as sitting during recording / rehearsing have enabled her to settle into a comfort zone a little prematurely.

Her IYD documentary shows her standing quite a bit. She may sit more doing the backing harmonies and such? :shrug: Seems like she does a mix of sitting and standing. She was sitting when she recorded GDW. She references that famous pic of her sitting on top of an amp case or something with her tissues and Vicks inhaler. So sitting while recording certainly is not new for her.

[mitzo]

Lyric video is on YouTube. Sounds good!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hg0K9uH-zpc

[welcomechris]

Lovelight, Lover's Stare

Wow all these years I thought she said "Love Line, Love Affair" whatever I love Lovelight, Lover's Stare better!

[Musicman408]

I like it more than I thought I would! Enjoy!!

<iframe width="560" height="315" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/hg0K9uH-zpc" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>

[Turn It On]

I'm genuinely shocked that any self-respecting graphic designer worth their salt would produce something so amateurish.

[Machu]

I thought the lyric video was quite fun. At least standard fare for videos of that sort.

[WatchChain]

Can someone please educate me on the NEW way of releasing singles for a new record. In the old days, the first single was released about 8 weeks ahead of the new album's release. Then, you would get a NEW single released off the record every few months up to 4 or 5 singles.

For "24 Karat Gold" we've already had 3 singles released with official covers ("Dealer", "Lady" and "Starshine") and the new album isn't even out yet. I'm assuming "singles are not promoted the way they used to be. Do we really need 3 singles being released at one time?

[KarmaContestant]

I'm genuinely shocked that any self-respecting graphic designer worth their salt would produce something so amateurish.

At first I thought 'how rude' and then I watched it. :lol:

[BlueDenimLamp]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>See the new lyric video for <a href="https://twitter.com/StevieNicks">@StevieNicks</a>' &quot;Starshine&quot; from her upcoming album 24 Karat Gold. <a href="https://t.co/LoilI7nTpy">https://t.co/LoilI7nTpy</a></p>&mdash; Stevie Nicks (@StevieNicks) <a href="https://twitter.com/StevieNicks/status/511949808698150912">September 16, 2014</a></blockquote> <script async src="//platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Looks like the person running Stevie's "Social Networking" accounts is getting smarter since they tweeted about "Starshine" from youtube...

[Jondalar]

Seems like this getting the most positive reviews on Facebook

[Bandon]

Starshine is such a catchy song, it really should have been the lead single. I can so see this getting airplay on AAA radio. :nod:

[MikeInNV]

It's a stone groove winner! :woohoo::woohoo::woohoo: It's going to kill onstage!

When? :wavey:

[tabruns]

Can someone please educate me on the NEW way of releasing singles for a new record. In the old days, the first single was released about 8 weeks ahead of the new album's release. Then, you would get a NEW single released off the record every few months up to 4 or 5 singles.

For "24 Karat Gold" we've already had 3 singles released with official covers ("Dealer", "Lady" and "Starshine") and the new album isn't even out yet. I'm assuming "singles are not promoted the way they used to be. Do we really need 3 singles being released at one time?

It's promotional singles to raise awareness of the album and juice sales. Lana Del Rey did it too: West Coast, Shades of Cool, Ultraviolence, and Brooklyn Baby all out before the Ultraviolence album.

[tabruns]

I'm genuinely shocked that any self-respecting graphic designer worth their salt would produce something so amateurish.

It's more involved and active than "The Dealer" video was. That one just panned around the same image.

[Hawkeye]

This is incredible. Her vocal is perfect and this might be the best her band has ever sounded. This sounds like it could've been on bare trees.

[BombaySapphire3]

This is incredible. Her vocal is perfect and this might be the best her band has ever sounded. This sounds like it could've been on bare trees.

I wondered when you were going to chime in on this one;)The format that this album was recorded in is perfect for this song and I never thought much of the demo but this is a home run bases loaded.:nod:

[WildHearted]

I love the part where the beat drops... but all of the "he said, I said" stuff really grows tiresome to my ears.

[SorcererJP]

I'm genuinely shocked that any self-respecting graphic designer worth their salt would produce something so amateurish.

Come on, it's not a commercial product. Just a service to us as fans or occasional listeners to read the words as well.

English is not my native tongue and I misheard lyrics many times. Especially with Stevie's nasal voice.

I used to read the lyric-sheets from the albumcover or booklets with the songs, now it's in sync projected on my screen. It's about the words, not about the design.

[Jondalar]

Come on, it's not a commercial product. Just a service to us as fans or occasional listeners to read the words as well.

English is not my native tongue and I misheard lyrics many times. Especially with Stevie's nasal voice.

I used to read the lyric-sheets from the albumcover or booklets with the songs, now it's in sync projected on my screen. It's about the words, not about the design.

I totally agree

[pattyfan]

I'm going to pull a Lindsey here (Yes, I know I wouldn't say this to Bob Dylan). I love the song and am really happy with what I've heard from the CD, so far but I have to say that when she switches persons here (He said, I said, He said, She said) it makes it seem like there are 3 people in the conversation of the song, thought I don't think that's what she actually means.

He said, " This is the price that we would finally pay"
I said, "I don't believe you, I need you, I need you to stay"
She said, "We've been together for so long"

So is this about a love triangle? I don't get that from the song. In this instance, a little editing, or a gentle nudge from someone not named Lindsey, might have really helped.

Anyway, I love the song and agree that it will sound great live. :)

Kevin

[louielouie2000]

I'm going to pull a Lindsey here (Yes, I know I wouldn't say this to Bob Dylan). I love the song and am really happy with what I've heard from the CD, so far but I have to say that when she switches persons here (He said, I said, He said, She said) it makes it seem like there are 3 people in the conversation of the song, thought I don't think that's what she actually means.

He said, " This is the price that we would finally pay"
I said, "I don't believe you, I need you, I need you to stay"
She said, "We've been together for so long"

So is this about a love triangle? I don't get that from the song. In this instance, a little editing, or a gentle nudge from someone not named Lindsey, might have really helped.

I've actually been wondering the same thing. It certainly makes sense if we examine the lyrics a bit closer. The song is about trying to convince someone to stay, and being caught in the losing end of a love situation. I think the song really is about Stevie being in a love triangle- either she's been cheated on, or she's trying to lure away someone from their own relationship.

[sorcerer999]

either she's been cheated on, or she's trying to lure away someone from their own relationship.

I'm leaning toward the latter! :lol:

[SpyNote]

When? :wavey:

Just speculating. My guess is a summer solo tour. I think 24 Karat Gold is going to exceed sales expectations, along the lines of Enchanted.

[SpyNote]

It's promotional singles to raise awareness of the album and juice sales. Lana Del Rey did it too: West Coast, Shades of Cool, Ultraviolence, and Brooklyn Baby all out before the Ultraviolence album.

Yeah, definitely. And it has to be marketed differently because Stevie's is going to be on tour with FM. So she won't be able to do her usual press run. It's smart to have different versions of the album for sale, like the bundle. I can see this being on many fans' December gift lists. Another good idea would be to reissue the album in the spring with extra tracks to give the release a second life.

[James89]

Just speculating. My guess is a summer solo tour. I think 24 Karat Gold is going to exceed sales expectations, along the lines of Enchanted.

'24 Karat Gold' is currently at #50 on the US Amazon albums chart which isn't bad but I'd expect it to be a little bit higher than that by now. It has reached as high as #25 which was when it became available for pre-order.

I really think that her appearance on 'The Voice' will have a colossal impact on sales and also if Stevie was wise she should mention it on the 'Today Show' which is only a couple of days before the release of the album.

It's difficult to compare '24 Karat' to 'Enchanted' as it was a 4cd set and was expensive at the time. It was also nearly 16 years ago and as we know, the music business has changed.

However, I think Stevie is as popular now as she was in the 80's. AHS gained her a lot of younger fans and 'The Voice' will further increase the younger fan base. The last time Stevie was very popular was in 2001 with 'Trouble in Shangri-La'. To go from the commercial disaster of 1994's 'Street Angel' to a top 5 placing and sell over 100,000 copies in a week only went to show how popular she was as a solo artist. This was don't forget 4 years after 'The Dance' so the albums' popularity wasn't just because of that.

I really hope '24 Karat Gold' does well for Stevie's sake and just because I wish her well! :D

[KarmaContestant]

I'm going to pull a Lindsey here (Yes, I know I wouldn't say this to Bob Dylan). I love the song and am really happy with what I've heard from the CD, so far but I have to say that when she switches persons here (He said, I said, He said, She said) it makes it seem like there are 3 people in the conversation of the song, thought I don't think that's what she actually means.

He said, " This is the price that we would finally pay"
I said, "I don't believe you, I need you, I need you to stay"
She said, "We've been together for so long"

So is this about a love triangle? I don't get that from the song. In this instance, a little editing, or a gentle nudge from someone not named Lindsey, might have really helped.

Anyway, I love the song and agree that it will sound great live. :)

Kevin

My own interpretation:

He said - that's Lindsey
I said - that's Stevie
She said - that's Christine

[BlueLight]

I never quite understood many people's critiques of Stevie's vocals on SYW - I always enjoyed her contributions to the album, particularly RTTG.

But after hearing the three complete songs we have so far from 24KG, together with the low-quality Instagram snippets, I finally understand what these people were talking about. Stevie is bringing a degree of intensity, passion, and energy to these songs that we haven't heard in a really long time. And all of the nuances of her voice that make it so special are shining through so spectacularly well - the stripped down production style is really working for her. Only two more weeks to go! (at least for us vinyl listeners!) :p

[Jondalar]

'24 Karat Gold' is currently at #50 on the US Amazon albums chart which isn't bad but I'd expect it to be a little bit higher than that by now. It has reached as high as #25 which was when it became available for pre-order.

I really think that her appearance on 'The Voice' will have a colossal impact on sales and also if Stevie was wise she should mention it on the 'Today Show' which is only a couple of days before the release of the album.

It's difficult to compare '24 Karat' to 'Enchanted' as it was a 4cd set and was expensive at the time. It was also nearly 16 years ago and as we know, the music business has changed.

However, I think Stevie is as popular now as she was in the 80's. AHS gained her a lot of younger fans and 'The Voice' will further increase the younger fan base. The last time Stevie was very popular was in 2001 with 'Trouble in Shangri-La'. To go from the commercial disaster of 1994's 'Street Angel' to a top 5 placing and sell over 100,000 copies in a week only went to show how popular she was as a solo artist. This was don't forget 4 years after 'The Dance' so the albums' popularity wasn't just because of that.

I really hope '24 Karat Gold' does well for Stevie's sake and just because I wish her well! :D

It was because of The Dance. TISL hardly sold anything after it's initial release and it never got that much airplay. Stevie also benefitted from special Vh1 promotion.

[tabruns]

It was because of The Dance. TISL hardly sold anything after it's initial release and it never got that much airplay. Stevie also benefitted from special Vh1 promotion.

Well it went gold within a month, which is very impressive for it's time. After about a month it slowed, and somewhere north of 600,000 sales it really slowed down a lot. Still roughly 3 times as many copies as SA so it was a big uptick.

[Machu]

Has "Starshine" infected anybody else's brain? I sing it all day, humming it at work. It puts me in a great, upbeat mood. My coworkers probably either think I'm going crazy or getting great sex. Hahaha.

[BlueLight]

Has "Starshine" infected anybody else's brain? I sing it all day, humming it at work. It puts me in a great, upbeat mood. My coworkers probably either think I'm going crazy or getting great sex. Hahaha.

I seriously can't stop listening. It's becoming embarassing :eek:

[Lisa W]

Has "Starshine" infected anybody else's brain? I sing it all day, humming it at work. It puts me in a great, upbeat mood. My coworkers probably either think I'm going crazy or getting great sex. Hahaha.
I have it playing repeatedly in my car as I drive to and from work. It is so hard-rocking and high energy -- I haven't been this excited since I first heard Edge of 17!

[bombaysaffires]

My own interpretation:

He said - that's Lindsey
I said - that's Stevie
She said - that's Christine

LOL, I was thinking:

He said-- Mick (this is the price that we finally paid-- for our affair-- the whole blowup when his wife found out)
I said-- Stevie
She said-- Jenny Fleetwood (we've been together so long Mick how could u do this to me)

[PenguinHead]

LOL, I was thinking:

He said-- Mick (this is the price that we finally paid-- for our affair-- the whole blowup when his wife found out)
I said-- Stevie
She said-- Jenny Fleetwood (we've been together so long Mick how could u do this to me)

Everybody finds out, don't you know? No one understands affairs of the heart!

[ViscountViktor]

My own interpretation:

He said - that's Lindsey
I said - that's Stevie
She said - that's Christine

I don't know when this was written, but the lyrics would fit with Lindsey leaving in 87.

[BlueDenimLamp]

If this is about 3 people then her changing of tenses correct and "You wouldn't say that to Bob Dylan"

[BlueDenimLamp]

LOL, I was thinking:

He said-- Mick (this is the price that we finally paid-- for our affair-- the whole blowup when his wife found out)
I said-- Stevie
She said-- Jenny Fleetwood (we've been together so long Mick how could u do this to me)

Could be...Playing with fire (an affair) was...WRONG!

[KarmaContestant]

LOL, I was thinking:

He said-- Mick (this is the price that we finally paid-- for our affair-- the whole blowup when his wife found out)
I said-- Stevie
She said-- Jenny Fleetwood (we've been together so long Mick how could u do this to me)

Ooh, good one! :nod:

[sorcerer999]

LOL, I was thinking:

He said-- Mick (this is the price that we finally paid-- for our affair-- the whole blowup when his wife found out)
I said-- Stevie
She said-- Jenny Fleetwood (we've been together so long Mick how could u do this to me)

^^^ I think this theory makes the most sense. :nod:

[welcomechris]

LOL, I was thinking:

He said-- Mick (this is the price that we finally paid-- for our affair-- the whole blowup when his wife found out)
I said-- Stevie
She said-- Jenny Fleetwood (we've been together so long Mick how could u do this to me)

I agree with this.

[Machu]

LOL, I was thinking:

He said-- Mick (this is the price that we finally paid-- for our affair-- the whole blowup when his wife found out)
I said-- Stevie
She said-- Jenny Fleetwood (we've been together so long Mick how could u do this to me)

I've adopted this theory as well. I can make more sense of the song if this is what it's about.

[Hawkeye]

This song will not leave my head. And the craziest thing is this song isn't new and it really isn't that drastically different. I've known the song starshine for 10 years and never had it stuck in my head past 5 minutes after hearing it. Somehow it sounds like a fresh new song. The dealer sounds like current stevie doing a cover of old stevie, where as starshine sounds like a fresh new song if that makes any sense.

[bombaysaffires]

I've adopted this theory as well. I can make more sense of the song if this is what it's about.


I should just shut up with all these people agreeing with me :eek:

But then I thought, crap, she's had so many affairs with married/attached men it could be anyone! I thought afterwards about the recording engineer she dated during was it Rumours? who was engaged and his engagement ended due to Stevie's affair with him…. But in any case it would just be changing the names but the story would be the same

he said: engineer guy
I said: stevie
she said: his fiancee

We could have a contest of plugging in all the possible names for this basic storyline (Stevie playing with fire):D

[tabruns]

He said - guy Stevie was with
I said - Stevie
She said - woman Stevie was with

:) Hey you never know.

[BlueDenimLamp]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>WILD SONG OF THE DAY: &quot;Starshine&quot; by <a href="https://twitter.com/StevieNicks">@StevieNicks</a>. I have been in love with this shining star since I was a kid. I have excellent taste.</p>&mdash; David Wild (@Wildaboutmusic) <a href="https://twitter.com/Wildaboutmusic/status/513001392802238464">September 19, 2014</a></blockquote> <script async src="//platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Several fans have been reminding David about Stevie's new songs and he's finally mentioned "Starshine"...No mention of him writing something for 24K or if he's interviewed her yet...

[jkmaletic]

Wouldn't it be great (in a parallel universe) if on Jeopardy if a contestant got a question wrong that instead of the double beep they'd play Stevie saying "WRONG!" just like in this song? :lol: