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Bend In The Road - CD - 08/28/12
http://jeremyspencer.com/jeremy-spencer-music.html
"Refugees" is a re-work of an old 1978 song originally called "Flee". OMG!!! One of my top 5 Mac Solo songs ever!! Very intrigued. |
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http://www.propelz.com/products-page...n-the-road-cd/ I'm tempted to put it in the cart now (since it looks like they're doing pre-orders there) but I've never dealt with them before and don't know if they're legit. Anyone know? John |
I'm not sure I can wait for a CD edition aaarrrgggghhhh! :distress:
I shall just have to listen to previous solo albums to get me through :lol: |
They're legit...
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I don't see the CD on Amazon or the mp3 on iTunes. It's 6/15... any news?
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Damn it I want this album. Jeremy if you are reading this, hurry up and get the album out there! :laugh: |
Help!!!!!
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jeremy - i release all my albums using cdbaby.com - they don't do physical cd distribution in stores but for $40 you are on iTunes, Amazon, and many many other sites. When I make a certain amount they direct deposit right into my account. You probably know all this already, but I too am excited to hear your CD and just figured I'd let you know what works for me :)
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Antimusic, July 25, 2012
http://www.antimusic.com/news/12/Jul..._Release.shtml Original Fleetwood Mac guitarist Jeremy Spencer will be releasing his album, "Bend in the Road" on CD on August 28, 2012. Glass Onyon sent over these details: On April 21st, legendary guitarist Jeremy Spencer, an original member of Peter Green's Fleetwood Mac, member of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, and featured artist on Propelz, released a limited edition double vinyl album titled 'Bend In The Road' for International Record Store Day. The release packs a "vintage vibe" by way of Jeremy's handmade touch, fusing his artistry as a consummate slide guitarist, singer/songwriter, interpreter, and illustrator. His evocative watercolor graces the timeless gatefold cover, recalling enduring albums when records were the sum of their parts and made with consequence. Within is an equally crafted collection of songs coming from the deepest core of his heart. He sounds as authentically tasty and fiery as ever, displaying a far wider guitar palette, insight, and conviction that have continued to evolve since his long absence from the public eye. On August 28, 2012 Jeremy Spencer's 'Bend In The Road' will be released on CD worldwide with a new package design. In Fleetwood Mac, Jeremy shared the spotlight with reticent star-super nova Peter Green, embodying Elmore James riffs and vocals obsessively and uncannily. He possessed an equal fervor and absolute command of quintessential early rock and roll, personifying personal hero Buddy Holly and his ilk spot on. On 'Bend In The Road,' the Elmore and Buddy influences and impeccable blues and rock rendering remain intact and vibrant, while also present is a new collaborative nature. He selflessly trades guitar licks and support with Brett Lucas (the young Detroit guitarist and aficionado who co-produced the album and whose band augments the proceedings) in the way Green and Kirwan shared on the iconic "Albatross", the torching "Like It This Way" and the introspective "World In Harmony". On the album's elegant "Merciful Sea", producer Brett managed to persuade Jeremy to reveal his hereto unsung, intimate, and affecting piano playing for all to marvel. Throughout the full 32 tracks recorded at this time, one can hear an expansive range of influences from Django to Marty Robbins. Jeremy plays effortlessly while seamlessly incorporating these influences and making them his own, as natural and easy of a fit as that of his beloved ceramic slides. The Special Limited 2-LP Gatefold Edition released on Record Store Day, April 21st, 2012, contains 17 tracks, 4 of which are exclusive: Jambo, Strange Woman, The Sun is Shining, and Blind Lover (but without the song Homework, which only appears on the CD). |
^^Can't wait! Thanks for the news michele!
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Yeah baby! Marking calendar now, hope to be marking it for a Boston area live JS show as well. :)
John |
All About Jazz
http://www.allaboutjazz.com/php/news.php?id=98878 GLASS ONYON PR - WILLIAM JAMES, Published: 2012-07-24 New CD From Original Fleetwood Mac Guitarist Jeremy Spencer To Be Released Worldwide On August 28, 2012 San Francisco, CA: On April 21st, legendary guitarist Jeremy Spencer, an original member of Peter Green’s Fleetwood Mac, member of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, and featured artist on Propelz, released a limited edition double vinyl album titled 'Bend In The Road' for International Record Store Day. The release packs a “vintage vibe” by way of Jeremy’s handmade touch, fusing his artistry as a consummate slide guitarist, singer/songwriter, interpreter, and illustrator. His evocative watercolor graces the timeless gatefold cover, recalling enduring albums when records were the sum of their parts and made with consequence. Within is an equally crafted collection of songs coming from the deepest core of his heart. He sounds as authentically tasty and fiery as ever, displaying a far wider guitar palette, insight, and conviction that have continued to evolve since his long absence from the public eye. On August 28, 2012 Jeremy Spencer's 'Bend In The Road' will be released on CD worldwide with a new package design. In Fleetwood Mac, Jeremy shared the spotlight with reticent star-super nova Peter Green, embodying Elmore James riffs and vocals obsessively and uncannily. He possessed an equal fervor and absolute command of quintessential early rock and roll, personifying personal hero Buddy Holly and his ilk spot on. On 'Bend In The Road,' the Elmore and Buddy influences and impeccable blues and rock rendering remain intact and vibrant, while also present is a new collaborative nature. He selflessly trades guitar licks and support with Brett Lucas (the young Detroit guitarist and aficionado who co-produced the album and whose band augments the proceedings) in the way Green and Kirwan shared on the iconic “Albatross", the torching “Like It This Way" and the introspective “World In Harmony". On the album’s elegant “Merciful Sea", producer Brett managed to persuade Jeremy to reveal his hereto unsung, intimate, and affecting piano playing for all to marvel. Throughout the full 32 tracks recorded at this time, one can hear an expansive range of influences from Django to Marty Robbins. Jeremy plays effortlessly while seamlessly incorporating these influences and making them his own, as natural and easy of a fit as that of his beloved ceramic slides. This record is a career culmination of technique meeting soul that has a transcendent, “Layla-esque,” quality. With its escalating and emotive sequence of songs, which are spiritually driven and invested (recalling LPs of yore, but without sounding dated), the album instead sounds intoxicatingly assured, relaxed, and out of the blue resonant. The Special Limited 2-LP Gatefold Edition released on Record Store Day, April 21st, 2012, contains 17 tracks, 4 of which are exclusive: Jambo, Strange Woman, The Sun is Shining, and Blind Lover (but without the song Homework, which only appears on the CD). In 2006 Jeremy Spencer released his album 'Precious Little', which met with enthusiastic reviews and marked a new beginning for Jeremy after virtually disappearing from the music world for 33 years. Press surrounding 'Bend In The Road' includes: “I had chills up my spine listening to it tonight, and when I heard 'Aphrodite' the first time a few days ago, I was literally right back into 'Then Play On' territory...couldn't believe it...an instant classic right there." —Rick Frystak, Amoeba Records “Inside is a collection of songs that come from Spencer's love of the blues. It's an intimate journey but one that will connect profoundly and repeatedly with listeners." —Clive Rawlings, Blues Matters “An album I am sure will satisfy all good music lovers, from those who loved the original Fleetwood Mac, to the younger ones, who enjoy pop music, blues, rock, classical music, soul... So, if you like good music, this album is perfect for you." —Vincent Zumel, La Hora del Blues “ 'Bend In The Road' flows with the ease of a master craftsman at the top of his game. His obvious skill and passion for what he does makes this disc impossible for me to remove from the player. It has simply mesmerized me." —Monte Adkinson, Suncoast Blues Society 'Precious Little' left Blues aficionados eager for more… and now, six years later, Jeremy Spencer has put together a masterpiece with his new release, 'Bend in the Road'. |
That Layla comparison sure is intriguing.
Do we got side-by-side comparisons of the two tracklistings? |
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http://www.hhv.de/index.php?rid=2733...nguage&lang=en A1 Homesick A2 Cry For Me Baby A3 Whispering Fields A4 I Walked A Mile With Sorrow A5 Earthquake B1 Aphrodite B2 Secret Sorrow B3 Jambo B4 The Sun Is Shining C1 Stranger Blues C2 Strange Woman C3 Blind Lover C4 Desired Haven D1 Come To Me D2 Merciful Sea D3 Refugees D4 Bend In The Road Looks like the CD track listing is here: http://www.propelz.com/bend-in-the-road-cd/ Homesick Cry For Me Baby Whispering Fields Walked A Mile Earthquake Aphrodite Secret Sorrow Stranger Blues Homework Desired Haven Come To Me Merciful Sea Refugees Bend in the Road BTW, another review of the album is here: http://bluesrevue.com/2012/06/jeremy...-road-6-0812/# Not as complimentary as the reviews michelej1 has posted here but there are bound to be differing takes on the album. And for those who missed it, there was an earlier discussion on "Bend In The Road" here: http://ledge.fleetwoodmac.net/showthread.php?t=49970 |
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Well I'm looking forward to the CD release! I haven't heard the whole album yet but I have heard a couple of tracks and it sounds pretty damn good to me.
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Despite the release dating saying 28th August, Propelz say they have now despatched mine, so fingers crossed!
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Track Listings - and where to buy CD
Thanks to everyone for your excitement about Bend. You can purchase the CD now - pre-release date - at the Propelz site, as well as Jeremy's site:
www.JeremySpencer.com www.Propelz.com And here is the track list side by side for the CD & LP: CD: 1. Homesick 2. Cry for Me Baby 3. Whispering Fields 4. Walked a Mile 5. Earthquake 6. Aphrodite 7. Secret Sorrow 8. Stranger Blues 9. Homework 10. Desired Haven 11. Come to Me 12. Merciful Sea 13. Refugees 14. Bend in the Road Double LP: 1. Homesick 2. Cry for Me Baby 3. Whispering Fields 4. Walked a Mile 5. Earthquake 6. Aphrodite 7. Secret Sorrow 8. Jambo 9. The Sun is Shining 10. Stranger Blues 11. Strange Woman 12. Blind Lover 13. Desired Haven 14. Come to Me 15. Merciful Sea 16. Refugees 17. Bend in the Road |
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Yay my CD copy of Bend In The Road finally arrived today! Only had chance to have one listen but it sounds fantastic!
My wife (a notorious FM hater) did threaten to have dinner in the other room and referred to it as "old man music" but what does she know??? :shrug: Great album Jeremy! |
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Just ordered my copy! Excited!!
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Glad you like it. And when I hear much of what could be called 'young people's music' today, I take your wife's reference to mine as a compliment! |
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Something Else Reviews, by Nick DeRiso August 23, 2012
http://somethingelsereviews.com/2012...the-road-2012/ Jeremy Spencer, the Fleetwood Mac alum, has found inspiration in working with new voices, old masters and his own muse, creating an album of intimate, handmade joys that moves confidently from blues to Americana to rootsy pop. Bend in the Road, seeing worldwide release on August 28, 2012, recalls in many ways the Elmore James-focused contributions he made to Fleetwood Mac’s first pair of Peter Green-led recordings in the late 1960s — a vibe that carried over to Spencer’s 2006 comeback recording Precious Little, as well. Spencer plays slide throughout, and includes James tracks like “The Sun is Shining” and “Stranger Blues” — the last of which is given a tasty new Spanish tinge. (The opener, called “Homesick,” was actually written and recorded in the early 1950s by James’ cousin, too.) But there’s much more than that going on here. Of course, Spencer was also known, in the late 1960s, for his canny way of echoing early rockers, and he gives a few notable nods (the groove on “Earthquake,” the unkempt vocals on “Stranger Blues” and “Homework”) to the legacies of lost mid-century geniuses like Buddy Holly and Eddie Cochran, too. Bend in the Road, originally issued as a limited-edition double vinyl album for Record Store Day, also revives a few ideas that had lain dormant from his time in Fleetwood Mac, the brief solo career that followed, and during what would turn a three-decade retirement from the music business for Spencer — who left to follow a religious path. He’d started on “Whispering Fields” in the run up to Fleetwood Mac’s self-titled 1967 debut, but set it aside. After a number of failed attempts at fashioning lyrics for the tune over the years, it’s presented here as an amiable, country-rocking instrumental. The searching, ruminative “Desired Haven” is a reworking of an idea that dates back to 1972, while “Refugees” started out as the title track from 1979′s Flee. “Aphrodite,” which recalls the inspirational lyricism of George Harrison, is originally from the late 1970s, as well. Meanwhile, “Earthquake” was written in 1981, after Spencer experienced a temblor in Greece. At the same time, though, Bend in the Road doesn’t seem dated, never feels rote: That’s thanks in part of these flinty tandem moments with new collaborator Brett Lucas, who’s worked with Bettye LaVette in the past. His contributions are particularly notable on the series of Spencer instrumentals included here, as the second guitarist adds classically inspired flourishes, early rock punch, and a few saucy R&B asides. (The band is rounded out by drummer Todd Glass; bassist James Simonson; accordion player Duncan McMillan; a string section that included Molly Hughes, Mimi Morris and Stefan Koch; and background vocalist Rachel May, who offers an intriguing series of shadings — moving with sly ease from soaring heights to ghostly quietude.) Posted by Nick DeRiso Jeremy Spencer, the Fleetwood Mac alum, has found inspiration in working with new voices, old masters and his own muse, creating an album of intimate, handmade joys that moves confidently from blues to Americana to rootsy pop. Bend in the Road, seeing worldwide release on August 28, 2012, recalls in many ways the Elmore James-focused contributions he made to Fleetwood Mac’s first pair of Peter Green-led recordings in the late 1960s — a vibe that carried over to Spencer’s 2006 comeback recording Precious Little, as well. Spencer plays slide throughout, and includes James tracks like “The Sun is Shining” and “Stranger Blues” — the last of which is given a tasty new Spanish tinge. (The opener, called “Homesick,” was actually written and recorded in the early 1950s by James’ cousin, too.) But there’s much more than that going on here. Of course, Spencer was also known, in the late 1960s, for his canny way of echoing early rockers, and he gives a few notable nods (the groove on “Earthquake,” the unkempt vocals on “Stranger Blues” and “Homework”) to the legacies of lost mid-century geniuses like Buddy Holly and Eddie Cochran, too. Bend in the Road, originally issued as a limited-edition double vinyl album for Record Store Day, also revives a few ideas that had lain dormant from his time in Fleetwood Mac, the brief solo career that followed, and during what would turn a three-decade retirement from the music business for Spencer — who left to follow a religious path. He’d started on “Whispering Fields” in the run up to Fleetwood Mac’s self-titled 1967 debut, but set it aside. After a number of failed attempts at fashioning lyrics for the tune over the years, it’s presented here as an amiable, country-rocking instrumental. The searching, ruminative “Desired Haven” is a reworking of an idea that dates back to 1972, while “Refugees” started out as the title track from 1979′s Flee. “Aphrodite,” which recalls the inspirational lyricism of George Harrison, is originally from the late 1970s, as well. Meanwhile, “Earthquake” was written in 1981, after Spencer experienced a temblor in Greece. [SOMETHING ELSE! REWIND: Jeremy Spencer's former Fleetwood Mac bandmate Peter Green has also made a remarkable 2012 comeback with the thrillingly rambunctious 'Blues Don't Change.'] At the same time, though, Bend in the Road doesn’t seem dated, never feels rote: That’s thanks in part of these flinty tandem moments with new collaborator Brett Lucas, who’s worked with Bettye LaVette in the past. His contributions are particularly notable on the series of Spencer instrumentals included here, as the second guitarist adds classically inspired flourishes, early rock punch, and a few saucy R&B asides. (The band is rounded out by drummer Todd Glass; bassist James Simonson; accordion player Duncan McMillan; a string section that included Molly Hughes, Mimi Morris and Stefan Koch; and background vocalist Rachel May, who offers an intriguing series of shadings — moving with sly ease from soaring heights to ghostly quietude.) Credit Spencer, the roving gypsy heart of this project, as well. He finds inspiration everywhere — switching to keyboards on tracks like the majestically restrained “Merciful Sea” and James’ sizzling “Cry for My Baby,” while uncovering inspirational wellsprings that reside far beyond the iconic Delta cottonfields and shotgun shacks of traditional acoustic blues: There are devotional nods to his time away from music (“I Walked a Mile With Sorrow,” “Come to Me”), and a trio of tunes based upon poetry — “I Walked a Mile” (Robert Browning), “Secret Sorrow” (Henry Wadsworth Longfellow) and the title track (an obscure writer named Praveen). In the end, this gives Bend in the River the feel of a career valedictory. It’s gloriously hard to pin down — something personified in standout tracks like “Homework,” which finds Spencer howling like old rock and stinging like Otis Rush, all over a loose groove that would have been right at home on an Eric Clapton solo recording from the early 1970s. It’s that kind of record. The very good kind. |
Blog Critics.org
Author: David Bowling — Published: Aug 23, 2012 When most people think of the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame, Jeremy Spencer is not an artist who usually comes to mind. In fact, many modern music fans will not associate him with the band for which he was inducted, Fleetwood Mac. Today, the band is known for its smooth brand of pop rock and the tens of millions of albums it has sold during the past 30 years. If you were a fan of the early Fleetwood Mac or an aficionado of the blues, then you are probably very familiar with Jeremy Spencer as one of the premier guitarists of the late 1960s and early 1970s. He and Peter Green were Mac’s original guitarists and they managed to produce some of the best guitar-based fusion of rock and blues of their era. Spencer was a member of the band, 1967-71, until he walked away in the middle of a tour to join a religious cult. He now returns with a brilliant new album. Bend In the Road was originally released as a two-disc vinyl album on National Record Day, April 21, 2012. It now returns as a CD and there are differences. The LP contained 17 tracks, four of which were exclusive to the format. The CD repeats the other 13 tracks plus adds one more new song for a total of 14. When Spencer is in the mood he is one of the better guitarists alive today and on this album, he is definitely in the mood. The material finds its foundation in the blues but there are excursions into country and rock. The album's lead track, “Homesick,” was originally recorded by James Williamson during 1952. It is a traditional blues song and is made for the virtuosity of Spencer’s slide guitar style. His voice may have aged a bit but the patina has made it perfect for interpreting the blues. “Cry for Me Baby” is an old Elmore James tune and on it he plays off second guitarist Brett Lucas. The clarity of each individual note is the result of talent and years of practice. “Whispering Fields” goes in a different direction. It is a breezy instrumental that just flows along. “Walked a Mile” or “I Walked a Mile with Sorrow” is a sermon-type song that has an autobiographical feel to it, even though it was inspired by Robert Browning. “Earthquake” finds him is rock mode. While the liner notes state it was inspired by Eddie Cochran, I find it has an Elvis feel to it. Whichever may be true, it is an ode to old style rock and roll. The title track ends the album and has poignant lyrics concerning the ebb and flow of life, which is perfect for a musician with many miles under his bent. Through it all it retains a positive attitude and hope. Bend In the Road is now in the running for one of my top 10 albums of the year. It’s good to see this old Fleetwood Mac alumnus live and well, still producing superior music. |
I actually have a lot I'd like to say about this beautiful album. But I'll just share a couple of initial thoughts.
1. The variety of genres on the album showcases Jeremy Spencer's famed skills as a mimic. But he is always personally expressive, utilizing his "masks" to express a complex personality--in fact, the personality of an uncanny mimic--particularly as he struggles to balance his spiritual yearning and his sexual desires. This theme unites this collection of original compositions and covers. 2. The four works in which Spencer paints "musical 'pictures'" are all gorgeous. 3. Spencer would add great value to the current Mac line-up. 4. I struggle over the inclusion of "Refugees." First, any version of "Flee" is great. But "Flee" is one of my favorite songs of all time. So I guess I was hoping for something more radically different in approach; instead it creates a kind of strange cognitive dissonance. I guess it just sounds like how Jeremy might perform the song live in a concert with his collaborators on this album (such a concert would be a dream for Jeremy, according to the liner notes, and I can say: I would be there!!). Cognitive dissonance aside: this song very much speaks to the state of the world today. It's this album's "Psychic Waste" in which the personal, private, spiritual concerns of the rest of the album speak directly to these troubled times. So I guess in a way: who knew "Flee" was a folk song? 5. With Precious Little, I felt that Spencer's voice remained remarkably youthful. On this album, I hear the age. Now, do not misunderstand me: he in no ways has a decreased range nor is his voice any less lovely! Instead, I just hear a weathered tone to the vocals. It signifies experience. |
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No offence to Jeremy but a dead cat would probably add great value to the current Mac line-up :sorry: |
For Jeremy...
I lent my copy of Bend In The Road to my mother to listen to, and she thinks it is fantastic!!!!
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Finally got my copy of Bend In The Road this past Tuesday. Just now in "first listen" mode. Up to " I Walked A Mile With Sorrow" (the C&W flavor reminds me of "Blood On The Floor")...so far, so good...REALLY good! :thumbsup:
Great sounding album...great tone on the guitars...great mix. "Earthquake" makes my dancin' shoes come alive! :D Thank you for the great music, Jeremy! |
Thank you, Chili D. Glad you like it; reactions like this make me want to do more.
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I guess my reaction was chopped liver.
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Not at all, True Faith. Your review was encouraging. Like I told Chili D, makes me want to do more.
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Thank you for a wonderful album, Mr. Spencer! :)
One question comes to mind regarding "Refugees" being a reworking of "Flee"... I remember an interview with Mick Fleetwood where he mentioned a song called "The Refugee" that was rehearsed with Fleetwood Mac cirka 1970. I don't know if it was ever recorded, and it was certainly not released. Mick said it was a Peter Green song... But could it be this Jeremy Spencer song that dates back to those early years?? :shrug: |
I hope you know I was being playful, Jeremy (piggybacking off of Wetcamel's response etc). Happy to offer encouragement!!
Query of listeners: Does anyone have a favorite track? I think the title track is probably my fave. But "Secret Sorrow" and "Come to Me" are beautiful--and profoundly moral! ...and "Earthquake" is ... well ... toe-tapping! |
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