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[louielouie2000]

Anybody else having postpartum depression now that the album is here, and we don't have anything to look forward to anymore?

I know, I'm bizarre.

[BlueLight]

Originally Posted by louielouie2000

Anybody else having postpartum depression now that the album is here, and we don't have anything to look forward to anymore?

I know, I'm bizarre.

Ha! Not quite yet, as I'm totally digging my vinyl on repeat, and still excited for the arrival of the Deluxe CD, both so I can listen to the tracks blaring on my iPhone, and also for the photobook. But talk to me next week.

[sorcerer999]

Originally Posted by louielouie2000

Anybody else having postpartum depression now that the album is here, and we don't have anything to look forward to anymore?

I understand what you mean. Just in the past few days since I've had the album in my possession, I've been on this forum less and less every day...since there is no more mystery or speculation, and most of us have already given our opinion. Every time a new Stevie or Mac album comes out, I tend to play the sh*t out of it in order to quell some of that "postpartum depression"

But like BlueLight said, we do have the photobook coming...and then we have the upcoming Fleetwood Mac album which will hopefully drop within the next year. That's something to look forward to, I guess, albeit something WAY INTO THE FUTURE.

Sorry...trying to be optimistic.

[markolas]

I need to be able to listen to the tracks individually in order to analyze them more fully, so I'm still looking forward to that. That Amazon streaming thing was great to tide me over, but it's not the same.

[Christopher]

Originally Posted by Bandon

I have to admit I was totally unimpressed with the clips, but I just listened to the stream of the album and have to say I love it. This is what I was hoping for as a follow up to Bella Donna...a long, long time ago! Love the country-ish/rock..late seventies, early eighties sound. Love Cathouse Blues...but agree it's place would have been best towards the end of the album. BRAVO, STEVIE!

The theme that was floating in my mind the whole time I listened to the album repeatedly Monday evening is that "24 Karat Gold" is Stevies long lost 70s classic rock solo debut.
It sounds & feels like it could've been be a prequel to "Bella Donna." While still sounding fresh & relevant today. And her voice! She found her voice again! I've had two days to absorb the album and I still can't put together a proper review. I'm stunned! This is a great classic Stevie record for the ages.

[KarmaContestant]

Originally Posted by louielouie2000

Anybody else having postpartum depression now that the album is here, and we don't have anything to look forward to anymore?

I know, I'm bizarre.

A little bit, yeah. I am looking forward to the CD, though.

[markolas]

I've listened to this album (standard version) a few times now, and I really don't like "Hard Advice" much at all. And I can do without "Carousel." I love everything else.

[Bandon]

Originally Posted by louielouie2000

Anybody else having postpartum depression now that the album is here, and we don't have anything to look forward to anymore?

I know, I'm bizarre.

Well there is the new FM album next year.

[Keith]

Originally Posted by Christopher

The theme that was floating in my mind the whole time I listened to the album repeatedly Monday evening is that "24 Karat Gold" is Stevies long lost 70s classic rock solo debut.

Yes, this is exactly how "24 Karat Gold" feels - these 24 Karat Golden Oldies. I'm listening to the album one more time before I venture over to the Rumours' Ledge to lose myself in all the videos, pictures and reviews from opening night. But, since I haven't listened to 24K since early this morning (since turntables are not ipods and can't go out with me), I wanted to listen again - wow, a new Stevie Nicks record and Fleetwood Mac tour at the same time. Good times to be a fan.

Also, this music is so different from "In Your Dreams" that I never would have guessed that Dave Stewart was one of the producers if I hadn't already known it. Yep, Stevie's long lost classic rock record.

[APerfectLie]

Originally Posted by DauphineMarie

I'm so glad everyone here loves Mabel, because I have loved the real Mabel Normand, as well as the demo, for a looong time. And I'm just so happy this one turned out so well. Definitely my favourite on this album.

Definitely in the same camp! Actually got grief for always putting that in my "demos you want Stevie to record" list and I actually thought there was no chance she'd ever record it, but here we are and everyone is loving it! It is so great.

Anywho, here is my review:

Starshine
Always thought this was a fun little demo and I love that Stevie didn't lose that spunk. Even though I still have no clue what the hell she is talking about for most of the song, it's a fun starter!

If You Were My Love
I have to say that I am kind of bummed about this one. I was wanting it to be fierce and energetic and not so slow, but I think I can grow to like this one. I feel the music matches the lyrics more now and I love that haunting drum in the background!

Mabel Normand
What can I say?! I ****ING LOVE IT!! I was afraid she'd change the lyrics drastically, but I love that she stayed pretty true to the demo. There was something haunting and heartbreakingly sad in the demo that did not translate into the studio version, but now I have a rocking version and a "I wanna cry and suffer in my misery" version. Love love love!

Twisted
The vocal on this is amazing! I definitely prefer this version over the Twister version, but I actually prefer the "demo" version we got on Enchanted.

24 Karat Gold
I've been rocking this song in my car for days now. It is just so damn good. Love the atmosphere! The only thing I don't like about this song is this new way Stevie says, "chain of chains" which is much slower than the demo, but near the end she belts is out just like she did in the demo and that makes up for all the other times

Belle Fleur
That intro! Whoah! I prefer her vocal on the demo, but I still love this version. I also feel like she should have used the "it's just love, it's only love!" line a few more times.

All The Beautiful Worlds
Classic classic Stevie. And whose DeLorean did she use to go get this vocal?! Love that she kept this one very 80's and you don't get a Nashville vibe from this song at all!

Lady
Still love this song. The demo was never one of my go to's, but damn I love this. Something about Stevie's current voice and just the piano sends shivers down my spine. I must say, it has made me cry multiple times.

I Don't Care
Love the music, but I don't really care for most of the lyrics. Intro kinda reminds me of Crystal, anyone else hear this? Also, the lyrics "What would my life be without you in it? Sad and broken, lost and empty in the mirror!" are amazing and everything after that is perfect. I think this song will definitely grow on me.

Watch Chain
Still very groovy, but even more fun than the demo! Kind of gives me a beginning of summer feel. I have a feeling I will be playing this a lot come May.

Hard Advice
Okay, where to even start with this song? I cannot even begin to tell you guys how many times I have listened to this song. What an amazing surprise! This song is so sweet and perfect. Stevie is actually singing soft and this has such a catchy little melody, but it is laced with heartbreaking lyrics. Like Lady, this song has also made me cry multiple times. It also has inspired me to start writing again, which I haven't done in almost a year. Ugh, so so so so so perfect.

Carousel
I love everything about this song, my only complaint was that Stevie put it on her "Vault" album. However, after reading why she put it on here, I feel it earned its keep. Definitely will be playing this one quite a bit too.

Blue Water
This was never a huge favorite of mine, so I must say I was actually pleasantly surprised by how it turned out. It definitely has this bluesy late night feel to it. And I know I am in the minority here, but I actually like the guy at the end!

Cathouse Blues
Never really cared for this song and it still isn't Stevie's style, but once I accepted the fact that she chose to record this song, I actually think it is kind of fun. I definitely will not be listening to this one very often, but it's cute. Favorite part is when she says, "Well they say I'm pretty classy..."

The Dealer
Eh, I can't believe out of all the amazing stuff on this record this was the first song they decided to release. There is only one or two demo versions of this song I really like, so I like this version better than most, but I think it should have been a little more energetic, a better vocal, and it should have included the line, "Jesse told me at an early age I could get away!"

She Loves Him Still
Not a favorite, but I think it will grow on me. Of course the lyrics are great, but the song itself is kind of slow. Love that the album ends with her whispering, "Straight back to the sea"

[Jondalar]

Originally Posted by APerfectLie

Definitely in the same camp! Actually got grief for always putting that in my "demos you want Stevie to record" list and I actually thought there was no chance she'd ever record it, but here we are and everyone is loving it! It is so great.

Anywho, here is my review:

Starshine
Always thought this was a fun little demo and I love that Stevie didn't lose that spunk. Even though I still have no clue what the hell she is talking about for most of the song, it's a fun starter!

If You Were My Love
I have to say that I am kind of bummed about this one. I was wanting it to be fierce and energetic and not so slow, but I think I can grow to like this one. I feel the music matches the lyrics more now and I love that haunting drum in the background!

Mabel Normand
What can I say?! I ****ING LOVE IT!! I was afraid she'd change the lyrics drastically, but I love that she stayed pretty true to the demo. There was something haunting and heartbreakingly sad in the demo that did not translate into the studio version, but now I have a rocking version and a "I wanna cry and suffer in my misery" version. Love love love!

Twisted
The vocal on this is amazing! I definitely prefer this version over the Twister version, but I actually prefer the "demo" version we got on Enchanted.

24 Karat Gold
I've been rocking this song in my car for days now. It is just so damn good. Love the atmosphere! The only thing I don't like about this song is this new way Stevie says, "chain of chains" which is much slower than the demo, but near the end she belts is out just like she did in the demo and that makes up for all the other times

Belle Fleur
That intro! Whoah! I prefer her vocal on the demo, but I still love this version. I also feel like she should have used the "it's just love, it's only love!" line a few more times.

All The Beautiful Worlds
Classic classic Stevie. And whose DeLorean did she use to go get this vocal?! Love that she kept this one very 80's and you don't get a Nashville vibe from this song at all!

Lady
Still love this song. The demo was never one of my go to's, but damn I love this. Something about Stevie's current voice and just the piano sends shivers down my spine. I must say, it has made me cry multiple times.

I Don't Care
Love the music, but I don't really care for most of the lyrics. Intro kinda reminds me of Crystal, anyone else hear this? Also, the lyrics "What would my life be without you in it? Sad and broken, lost and empty in the mirror!" are amazing and everything after that is perfect. I think this song will definitely grow on me.

Watch Chain
Still very groovy, but even more fun than the demo! Kind of gives me a beginning of summer feel. I have a feeling I will be playing this a lot come May.

Hard Advice
Okay, where to even start with this song? I cannot even begin to tell you guys how many times I have listened to this song. What an amazing surprise! This song is so sweet and perfect. Stevie is actually singing soft and this has such a catchy little melody, but it is laced with heartbreaking lyrics. Like Lady, this song has also made me cry multiple times. It also has inspired me to start writing again, which I haven't done in almost a year. Ugh, so so so so so perfect.

Carousel
I love everything about this song, my only complaint was that Stevie put it on her "Vault" album. However, after reading why she put it on here, I feel it earned its keep. Definitely will be playing this one quite a bit too.

Blue Water
This was never a huge favorite of mine, so I must say I was actually pleasantly surprised by how it turned out. It definitely has this bluesy late night feel to it. And I know I am in the minority here, but I actually like the guy at the end!

Cathouse Blues
Never really cared for this song and it still isn't Stevie's style, but once I accepted the fact that she chose to record this song, I actually think it is kind of fun. I definitely will not be listening to this one very often, but it's cute. Favorite part is when she says, "Well they say I'm pretty classy..."

The Dealer
Eh, I can't believe out of all the amazing stuff on this record this was the first song they decided to release. There is only one or two demo versions of this song I really like, so I like this version better than most, but I think it should have been a little more energetic, a better vocal, and it should have included the line, "Jesse told me at an early age I could get away!"

She Loves Him Still
Not a favorite, but I think it will grow on me. Of course the lyrics are great, but the song itself is kind of slow. Love that the album ends with her whispering, "Straight back to the sea"

Thanks for your well thought out review.

[sorcerer999]

Originally Posted by APerfectLie

Definitely in the same camp! Actually got grief for always putting that in my "demos you want Stevie to record" list and I actually thought there was no chance she'd ever record it, but here we are and everyone is loving it! It is so great.

Stellar review, John! Thanks for the great read!

[jkmaletic]

Just listened to Mabel Normand again and I heard Sisters of the Moon in it toward the end (guitar part).

Anyone else feel that?

[Jondalar]

Originally Posted by jkmaletic

Just listened to Mabel Normand again and I heard Sisters of the Moon in it toward the end (guitar part).

Anyone else feel that?

I do a little. What I hear mostly with Mabel and Belle Fleur is Lynard Skynard. Definitely swamp rock which is a pleasant surprise. "That Smell" would of fit in nicely on this record.

[jkmaletic]

Happy to report this album is growing on me. I guess I kind of expected an "In Your Dreams Part 2" of sorts, and this album is not that, obviously.

As I mentioned on another thread, I loved IYD at first listen and this one would likely grow on me, and it is!

It's still too early for me to review song for song. After I get the CD it'll be easier (at least for me) to judge. Right now I'm restricted to the album and streams online.

Jamie