Rufus Wainwright - Release The Stars

Josh2003 · #1 05-20-2007, 04:42 PM

I know there are some Rufus fans here...who bought his new CD? What do you think?

At first listen, I wasn't too impressed. Want One to this day still can bring me to tears, so I guess I'm always expecting something at that level with each new Rufus release. I was a little disappointed in Want Two, but it has its moments that hit me like that, and overall, I enjoy the CD.

However, after a few more listens, I'm really enjoying Release the Stars...I'm really glad he finally put "Leaving for Paris" on CD.

Basically, I think the man is a musical genius on so many levels, and I can't wait to see him this summer.

JazmenFlowers · #2 05-20-2007, 05:39 PM

I agree...I wasn't too impressed...especially since my jaw was on the floor the first time I heard Want One. Going To A Town almost brings me to tears...but to be honest, I've been devoting my time to Tori Amos's new album so I haven't given this album a fair chance. I can't wait to see him live either!

mikeschmike · #3 05-20-2007, 06:43 PM

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At first listen, I wasn't too impressed. Want One to this day still can bring me to tears, so I guess I'm always expecting something at that level with each new Rufus release. I was a little disappointed in Want Two, but it has its moments that hit me like that, and overall, I enjoy the CD.

This pretty much says it all.

Nixxxed · #4 05-20-2007, 07:03 PM

LOVE it. It took me a few weeks, however.

I think he made a big mistake with the tracklist. Putting Going To A Town second is such a buzzkill after your brain has been melted by all the orchestrations on Do I Disappoint You? The first time I listened, it bummed me so bad that I couldn't even remember Tiergarten or Nobody's Off the Hook.

Between My Legs finally shocked me back, since I've had a live bootleg of it for nearly 2 years, patiently waiting for him to "finish" it. Sian Phillips' vamping at the end made my crack up, especially once I heard her voice and realized she was the evil witch in Dune and the evil empress from Clash of the Titans.

Slideshow instantly jumped into my Top 10 faves. Although, I first listened to the album leak a month early, and I couldn't remember the title. I heard "Lightshow" instead, which I still prefer for some reason. And following that track with the sarcasm of Tulsa is the perfect combination punch.

I think Sansoucci turned out nice, too - a real departure from the solo piano version I have of it. He was able to keep the melancholy vibe yet somehow still make it a hopeful song. Ain't noboby at Sansoucci tonight!

Release the Stars is the perfect closer. And if you missed his performance of it on Letterman on Thursday, download this NOW: http://www.sendspace.com/file/2ol9p8 If any of you Rufians know Stevie, please send her this song. Old Hollywood really IS over, babe.

This is just a reminder thatifyouneedanyofthevariousinternetonlybonustracks send me a PM.

So far he isn't coming to Houston, but the Austin date is very tempting. TINY outside venue in downtown Austin, very close to the city's Pink Zone? YES!

Josh2003 · #5 05-20-2007, 07:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Nixxxed

LOVE it. It took me a few weeks, however.

I think he made a big mistake with the tracklist. Putting Going To A Town second is such a buzzkill after your brain has been melted by all the orchestrations on Do I Disappoint You? The first time I listened, it bummed me so bad that I couldn't even remember Tiergarten or Nobody's Off the Hook.

Between My Legs finally shocked me back, since I've had a live bootleg of it for nearly 2 years, patiently waiting for him to "finish" it. Sian Phillips' vamping at the end made my crack up, especially once I heard her voice and realized she was the evil witch in Dune and the evil empress from Clash of the Titans.

Slideshow instantly jumped into my Top 10 faves. Although, I first listened to the album leak a month early, and I couldn't remember the title. I heard "Lightshow" instead, which I still prefer for some reason. And following that track with the sarcasm of Tulsa is the perfect combination punch.

I think Sansoucci turned out nice, too - a real departure from the solo piano version I have of it. He was able to keep the melancholy vibe yet somehow still make it a hopeful song. Ain't noboby at Sansoucci tonight!

Release the Stars is the perfect closer. And if you missed his performance of it on Letterman on Thursday, download this NOW: http://www.sendspace.com/file/2ol9p8 If any of you Rufians know Stevie, please send her this song. Old Hollywood really IS over, babe.

This is just a reminder thatifyouneedanyofthevariousinternetonlybonustracks send me a PM.

So far he isn't coming to Houston, but the Austin date is very tempting. TINY outside venue in downtown Austin, very close to the city's Pink Zone? YES!

I think I must say that I agree with everything that you have said. His performance on Letterman was so much fun! Love the lederhosen, and he was certainly having fun with the camera.

I think my favorite tracks so far are Do I Disappoint You, Slideshow (which I too thought was "Light Show," Rules and Regulations, Release the Stars, Leaving for Paris, and...actually I could keep going. I'm really liking the CD the more I listen to it.

And as for that solo piano version of Sanssouci...I'd love to hear it...think you could post it for me??

Nixxxed · #6 05-20-2007, 07:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Josh2003

I think I must say that I agree with everything that you have said. His performance on Letterman was so much fun! Love the lederhosen, and he was certainly having fun with the camera.

I think my favorite tracks so far are Do I Disappoint You, Slideshow (which I too thought was "Light Show," Rules and Regulations, Release the Stars, Leaving for Paris, and...actually I could keep going. I'm really liking the CD the more I listen to it.

And as for that solo piano version of Sanssouci...I'd love to hear it...think you could post it for me??

I'm an mistyping fool

- it's a solo guitar version, not piano - from the Cactusfestival last summer: http://www.sendspace.com/file/fuca19 Hope I didn't get your hopes up for something you already had...

I forgot to mention how much I love the arrangement of Leaving for Paris. The dischord toward the end with the violins makes my head swim.

markolas · #7 05-20-2007, 08:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Nixxxed

So far he isn't coming to Houston, but the Austin date is very tempting. TINY outside venue in downtown Austin, very close to the city's Pink Zone? YES!

ACK! He's coming to Austin?? My bf luuuuuuuuuuurves him.

Nico · #8 05-20-2007, 08:16 PM

I am loving it. "Want One" will always be my personal favorite because the entire thing is just so moving, but this new album is incredibly good stuff and I am digging it right now.

BlackWidow · #9 05-20-2007, 08:16 PM

he has one song on this called "Between My Legs"

Nixxxed · #10 05-20-2007, 08:39 PM

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ACK! He's coming to Austin?? My bf luuuuuuuuuuurves him.

YES - Aug 11 at Stubbs! The more I think about it, the more excited I get. I've seen so many hot shows there. The best of which was George Clinton and his funkmasters.

Tix went on sale yesterday. Better get them quick, especially because Neko Case is opening...

http://rufuswainwright.com/events/default.aspx

markolas · #11 05-20-2007, 08:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Nixxxed

YES - Aug 11 at Stubbs! The more I think about it, the more excited I get. I've seen so many hot shows there. The best of which was George Clinton and his funkmasters.

Tix went on sale yesterday. Better get them quick, especially because Neko Case is opening...

http://rufuswainwright.com/events/default.aspx

Just scored us a couple.

Mebbe we'll see you there.

JazmenFlowers · #12 05-20-2007, 10:11 PM

I just looked and he's not really coming close to me either! damnit. I could've sworn he was coming to NOLA or Birmingham. ****. I don't know if I want to drive all the way to Dallas or ATL to see him...****.

Josh2003 · #13 05-20-2007, 11:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Nixxxed

I'm an mistyping fool

- it's a solo guitar version, not piano - from the Cactusfestival last summer: http://www.sendspace.com/file/fuca19 Hope I didn't get your hopes up for something you already had...

I've not heard this...thanks!!