Just picked up Lindsey's Under the Skin album - Page 3

McTrouble · #31 01-10-2011, 09:08 AM

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Originally Posted by Silver Springs

Quite harsh on Under The Skin, there! I don't believe that Lindsey has ever released a bad "album". Maybe he's tried different approaches and they havn't gelled as well as he thought, or the songs were so similar in vibe that they melded together to form a sickening mass, yet alone they stand up amongst the bed (See R.E.M.s Reveal). With UtS I believe he was trying to get back to the raw, naked sound of the guitar and "street performer" sound he has been known to advocate, yet in a time when we've grown used to his ethereal and overly produced sound it didn't quite live up to our expectations. Most artists get pidgeon holed into a sound, and when they try and break away from it it doesn't quite catch on as much. For example, Bob Dylan's Saved Album. We were used to his nasally, dive bar drunk persona. But then he comes out of seemingly nowhere (His shifts in religion are legendary, but necassarily covered in his earlier works) with this "look at me! I'm a Christian and I'm going to shove it down your throat" narration of his faith. I was actually warned off buying this album when I went to my local independent record store a while ago by an avid Dylan fan, who told me I had to be exceptionally brave to listen to it. I bought it anyway, and I can see where he was coming from. Instead of listening to a Dylan album, I felt as though I was listening to a stereotypical performance of an American Church scene (or should I say Choich?).

Not necassarily. It's a great song and way up there but not the number one best song. That spot's still taken by D.W.Suite

Not harsh really - just said it was my least favourite, I still know it off by heart, back to front, inside out, blah blah blah....

However, I do have to say that I hate "It Was You" - that probably comes from the Bass Performance DVD as when he performs that track it makes me cringe and I think it is so "fingers down the back of your throat"!!! Love the rest of the gig though.

I usually like all Bucky's documentaries but, again, the docu on the Bass Performance DVD is so sickly - not very rock 'n roll at all!

It's not that I don't like sloppy stuff either, I LOVE "Did You Miss Me" and "Say Goodbye" and mush like that.

Anyhow, can't wait for the forthcoming CD!

elle · #32 01-10-2011, 09:26 AM

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Originally Posted by McTrouble

I usually like all Bucky's documentaries but, again, the docu on the Bass Performance DVD is so sickly!

i thought he could have done well without most of that doc on DVD too, and just have the concert recording. to me it looks like he had nobody to give him impartial opinion on that doc before releasing it.

TrueFaith77 · #33 01-10-2011, 09:26 AM

Glad to see some Flying Down Juniper love here!

Lindsey's greatest solo song: HOLIDAY ROAD

Nico · #34 01-10-2011, 01:22 PM

To the original poster: I know you mentioned you wouldn't spend money on any LB solo albums, but it is my personal opinion that one must hear Out Of the Cradle for more than a few reasons. Firstly, it is a JOY to listen to. Secondly, it's brilliant. And thirdly, it's the best solo album by any FM member. Ok, these may be my opinions but quite honestly it's a gem. UTS is a great album in a lot of ways, but the double tracked vocals are tough to get used to. As a whole, OOTC just flows. It's sublime and he sounds incredible on each song. I recommend you at least give it a try. A ton of people are huge Gift of Screws stans but it will probably always be OOTC for me.

MacShadowsBall · #35 01-10-2011, 02:12 PM

I appreciate everyones opinion, but this album just didn't click with me. It was just something I happened to run across at my local library. By the way, they have the '88 FM Greatest Hits and Stevie's Street Angel album. Kinda odd albums to have...

shackin'up · #36 01-10-2011, 04:44 PM

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Originally Posted by MacShadowsBall

I appreciate everyones opinion, but this album just didn't click with me.

Ofcourse not. Just don't buy any more of them. Lindsey's solomusic rarely "clicks" after a few listens. It's a waste of money if you don't want to get into his art. No prob, there's a world of music that'll fit you better.

BaronVonBielski · #37 01-10-2011, 05:37 PM

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Originally Posted by MacShadowsBall

I appreciate everyones opinion, but this album just didn't click with me. It was just something I happened to run across at my local library. By the way, they have the '88 FM Greatest Hits and Stevie's Street Angel album. Kinda odd albums to have...

Too bad, to each his/her own. It's a matter of personal taste. Take me for example, I think Fleetwood Mac is absolutely phenomenal and I can say the same for Lindsey Buckingham's solo work. But I wouldn't spend a cent to buy a Stevie Nicks solo album.

bluefox4000 · #38 01-10-2011, 05:55 PM

OOTC is my happy album. It's better then anything the other members of the Mac could have dreamed of making.

Mick

CADreaming · #39 01-10-2011, 06:24 PM

This thread made me listen to UTS beginning to end today...thanks!

BaronVonBielski · #40 01-10-2011, 07:05 PM

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Originally Posted by bluefox4000

OOTC is my happy album. It's better then anything the other members of the Mac could have dreamed of making.

Mick

Very true statement!

Nico · #41 01-10-2011, 09:02 PM

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Originally Posted by bluefox4000

OOTC is my happy album. It's better then anything the other members of the Mac could have dreamed of making.

Mick

This. All the way. To this day, OOTC is one of my top favorite albums of all time- and I am an avid lover of every style of music you can imagine, tons of amazing artists. It's simply a masterpiece through and through. I love it more than any FM album, and without a question it trumps any effort by another solo FM member. Maybe my opinion will change after I hear their upcoming solo releases, but I doubt it.

bluefox4000 · #42 01-10-2011, 09:10 PM

OK I've been quoted twice....Must play the album now

Awww sweet bliss. I remember singin' countdown in my music class and people wanted the album....I was spreadin' the good word. lol

Mick

elle · #43 01-10-2011, 10:41 PM

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Originally Posted by CADreaming

This thread made me listen to UTS beginning to end today...thanks!

yeah, i'm thinking of listening to bass hall UTS songs again... good thread, good discussion!

tilthefirefades · #44 01-10-2011, 10:46 PM

Yes, OoTC is also my go to album for depression, there's nothing like listening to Countdown at insane volumes to cheer you up

McTrouble · #45 01-11-2011, 06:32 AM

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Originally Posted by BaronVonBielski

Too bad, to each his/her own. It's a matter of personal taste. Take me for example, I think Fleetwood Mac is absolutely phenomenal and I can say the same for Lindsey Buckingham's solo work. But I wouldn't spend a cent to buy a Stevie Nicks solo album.

Absolutely agree with you 100% ! FM - awesome. Bucky solo - awesome.
Stevie solo - no no no.