Annabel Lee - Page 3

mitzo · #31 02-18-2011, 10:17 AM

I sure hope Annabel got an extreme makeover, I actively dislike the demo I find on Youtube.

Christopher · #32 02-18-2011, 11:30 AM

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Originally Posted by paleshadow

I believe Poe is public domain now since he's been dead for over 100 years and copyright wasn't renewed by his estate. That just means that no one needs permission to use his work, not that he shouldn't be given writing credit for it. Based on this article: http://www.publicdomaintreasurehunte...public-domain/ It seems that it would just be an ethical choice and Stevie wouldn't have to give Poe credit. In the past, when she's used bits and pieces from public domain writers, she hasn't. As was mentioned though, this case is different because it's an entire body of work, with only slight alterations. Should be interesting to see how she handles it. I'm looking forward to hearing how it's evolved from the demo version.

I'm very certain Stevie will give credit to Poe for Annabel Lee. It's one thing that Stevie has borrowed lines here and there with subtle changes from Wilde & Poe before and not credited them. But it's entirely different to use the title of a very famous poem within which includes 99 % of the poems contents for lyrics to compose a song around.

Don't worry Edgar will get his credit. Stevie is a big fan of his writings and will be happy to share that knowledge as she has already in interviews last summer. It will also lend a gothic cache to her new record which also features inspiration from vampires, ghosts, and Stevie's ubiquitous angels.

BombaySapphire3 · #33 02-18-2011, 12:04 PM

And let's not forget "the demons down under the sea"!I guess I'm in the minority but I like the demo and I think it has great possiblities.

Phoenix · #34 02-18-2011, 01:22 PM

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Originally Posted by BombaySapphire3

And let's not forget "the demons down under the sea"!I guess I'm in the minority but I like the demo and I think it has great possiblities.

I also really like the demo and can see it has potential. I don't think we are in the minority per say, I know there are others who like it, its just the ones who. HATE HATE HATE IT WITH A FIRE FULED PASSION THAT IS BEYOND MEASURE. Are just louder trumpets. SOME (one on particular ) NEVER misses am chance to slam it for all and every reason. Its like ...enough already, you hate it, We know! We all know. Sheesh.

markolas · #35 02-18-2011, 02:16 PM

The demo definitely has potential (certainly moreso than Space Needle, which everyone seems to love, but I think is tedious & meandering). I'm very interested to see what she's done with it.

SapphireSister · #36 02-18-2011, 03:26 PM

I simply don't like the melody to this song, never have so I can't imagine them doing anything to it to make me love it no matter how good the production is. Too bad

. I wish I felt differently but I don't. That being said, I'm sure there will be other tracks I fall in love with (Secret Love can also be eliminated as a favorite).

mikebise · #37 02-18-2011, 03:59 PM

I LOVE the melody of the demo!!! I think that 1997 demo is just about perfect! Stevie's voice is incredible, and the music pulls me in deeper.

BombaySapphire3 · #38 02-18-2011, 04:44 PM

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Originally Posted by SapphireSister

I simply don't like the melody to this song, never have so I can't imagine them doing anything to it to make me love it no matter how good the production is. Too bad

. I wish I felt differently but I don't. That being said, I'm sure there will be other tracks I fall in love with (Secret Love can also be eliminated as a favorite).

When I bought the Fleetwood Mac Almanac record when I was a teenager, only 30 years ago I barely gave Secret Love a second listen and then like Stevie apparently did, pretty much forgot all about it until now.I really .really like the official version and don't get tired of listening to it and it is faithful to the demo melody.Stevie has stated that her melody of Annabel Lee is preserved on IYD with Dave and Glen adding a 30 secoond minuet type interlude in the middle of the song.With the new production and if her stellar vocals on Secret Love are any indication I think it could be a great song.

Christopher · #39 02-18-2011, 06:05 PM

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Originally Posted by mikebise

I LOVE the melody of the demo!!! I think that 1997 demo is just about perfect! Stevie's voice is incredible, and the music pulls me in deeper.

I like the melody as well. And the fade out is pure bliss.

I'm really looking forward to the finished product. The thing about some of the TISL demos is Stevie was going through the motions vocally, So I look forward to a more inspired vocal and of course much more embellishments to the melody and overall production. I dont know why but I always envisioned FM doing this song, the structure of the melody to me is Gypsy meets Angel.

Jondalar · #40 02-18-2011, 07:13 PM

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Originally Posted by SapphireSister

I simply don't like the melody to this song, never have so I can't imagine them doing anything to it to make me love it no matter how good the production is. Too bad

. I wish I felt differently but I don't. That being said, I'm sure there will be other tracks I fall in love with (Secret Love can also be eliminated as a favorite).

I like the chorus, I think the chorus is clever

starshine · #41 02-20-2011, 06:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Phoenix

Do it!

I have a weekly night to have friends over for charmed nite.

One of my best friends came with me to the house so its even cooler now that hes been there. We started a while back with season one and are now in season 4. Prue will always be my favorite, followed by Piper. but page rocks too. im even reading the comic books now.

I love Charmed as well but only with'Prue' so the first 3 seasons are the 'best' in my book. When Shannen left (which I still hate) to me the 3 sisters weren't charmed anymore. Half sister or not to me the series made no sense than. Prue was awesome. She was the glue to that show. I did try to watch it without Prue but I hated it. It lost its luster to me. I have the first 3 seasons dvds so I can watch those anytime. I also did catch the last epi just because I wanted to see how they'd 'end' the series. I wished at the 'end' well or my end idea. That the other seasons were like a dream (aka Dallas anyone) and that Prue opened the house door and there was no other 1/2 sister. Prue should've had all those kids not Page. Anyway, thats IMO no offece. I just wonder what the series would've been like had Shannen stayed?? I also didn't like how dark it was either I liked how some of the ealier shows it wasn't always about Cole and Pheobe. Never liked Cole. I'm also reading Shannen's new book called Badass. Its interesting too. Just some thoughts.

SapphireSister · #42 02-20-2011, 06:23 PM

I take back all of my hating on this song. After hearing Stevie personally explain how the poem inspired her and seeing her rock out to it I have found a whole new level of love for it. Whatever they did to the song it sounds brilliant and I will cherish the memory I have of hearing it for the first time! Can't wait for you guys to hear it!

Phoenix · #43 02-20-2011, 08:19 PM

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Originally Posted by starshine

I love Charmed as well but only with'Prue' so the first 3 seasons are the 'best' in my book. When Shannen left (which I still hate) to me the 3 sisters weren't charmed anymore. Half sister or not to me the series made no sense than. Prue was awesome. She was the glue to that show. I did try to watch it without Prue but I hated it. It lost its luster to me. I have the first 3 seasons dvds so I can watch those anytime. I also did catch the last epi just because I wanted to see how they'd 'end' the series. I wished at the 'end' well or my end idea. That the other seasons were like a dream (aka Dallas anyone) and that Prue opened the house door and there was no other 1/2 sister. Prue should've had all those kids not Page. Anyway, thats IMO no offece. I just wonder what the series would've been like had Shannen stayed?? I also didn't like how dark it was either I liked how some of the ealier shows it wasn't always about Cole and Pheobe. Never liked Cole. I'm also reading Shannen's new book called Badass. Its interesting too. Just some thoughts.

YOU just made a friend for life

Prue is my favorite. I feel EXACALLY the same way. and am also reading Shannens Badass book!

Her and holly combs (piper) are still best friends.

Phoenix · #44 02-20-2011, 08:20 PM

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Originally Posted by SapphireSister

I take back all of my hating on this song. After hearing Stevie personally explain how the poem inspired her and seeing her rock out to it I have found a whole new level of love for it. Whatever they did to the song it sounds brilliant and I will cherish the memory I have of hearing it for the first time! Can't wait for you guys to hear it!

I OFFICIALLY LOVE YOU

louielouie2000 · #45 02-20-2011, 08:30 PM

I have to say, I'm warming up to the thought of this song. I still can't believe how respectable of a song they made the very lackluster Secret Love into... so that means there's hope for anything!

Everyone who's heard the new Annabel Lee has just raved about it... so maybe it won't be a blasphemy after all! hehe