Eros (Seduction) Spinning

[Noskipallwd]

Hey, asked a question about these records in Grainger's corner, but I thought I would share my findings here. Tacet records has a line called Tube only/Transistor free, they are all recorded using tube based gear. Just received a copy of Vivaldi's Four Seasons, wow, if you are into tubes(duh), and classical music you need to check these out. Also, thanks to Mathew, Grainger, and Paully. Never heard of Leo Kottke before, after reading your posts I Googled him and listened to some demo tracks. Vasoline Machine Gun was the first, what an amazing artist, I am hooked. Cruising around on Discogs, gonna pick up some discs. Thanks again guys.

Cheers,
Shawn

[Grainger49]

Right now, Beatles Anthology 3.  Brand new vinyl.  There are gems here and a few stinkers.

[Anton]

Was listening to Mahler's Symphony no.6 today. Found it recently in the record store - double LP  still sealed - and really cheap.  Georg Solty conducting Chicago Symphony Orchestra. Really beautiful music. I am probably  not the biggest fan of classic music, but this was really worth a listen.

[Noskipallwd]

We may have to start a Bottlehead G. Mahler appreciation group! That is if you consider 3 or 4 people a group. Listened to Steve Tibbets YrUr today, great album, also has some of the strangest cover art ever. Got all my tubes and parts for the Eros, looking forward to the build.

Cheers,
Shawn

[Hank Murrow]

Count me in as a fan of Mahler! I have been enjoying the custom Eros that Paul Birkeland built for me, returning to my huge vinyl collection after years of digital. Horenstein's Third, Lenny's Ninth, etc. But the most thrilling recent experience with Mahler was hearing Dudamel conduct in turn the LAPhil and the Simon Bolivar Orch. in Disney Hall. The First, Second, Fifth, and Tenth in that fabulous listening 'room' with literally unbelievable dynamics, led by the most extraordinary 30 year-old I have heard. Today, I will audition the Eighth in a digital simulcast from Caracas with Dudamel leading both orchestras and a chorus of 850 singers___ skeptical about Dolby 7.1 in a 250 seat theater, but hey, how many times in one life does the Eighth come around?

Cheers, Hank

[Steve_in_NV]

Scorpions "Comeblack" album.

[Grainger49]

Wow, Mahler to Scorpions.  I have whiplash.

And thanks to Paully.

[Steve_in_NV]

Wow, Mahler to Scorpions.  I have whiplash.

"Right now, Beatles Anthology 3.  Brand new vinyl.  There are gems here and a few stinkers"

Sir, it may be time to recalibrate your whiplash meter. The Beatles, while my all time favorite group weren't really "The Beatles" until 1963 and toured for a few years, granted the had a HUGE impact on a lot of people including myself.  Scorpions were formed in 1965 and are still touring.  I can't think of any "stinkers" on any of their albums and yes I have them all.  Check out the "Comeblack" album from Amazon, no I have no affiliation with Amazon.  If you don't like it I will buy it from you.

[Noskipallwd]

Well you know what they say Grainger, "variety is the spice of life".

Cheers,
Shawn

[Grainger49]

Wow, Mahler to Scorpions.  I have whiplash.

"Right now, Beatles Anthology 3.  Brand new vinyl.  There are gems here and a few stinkers"

Sir, it may be time to recalibrate your whiplash meter. The Beatles, while my all time favorite group weren't really "The Beatles" until 1963 and toured for a few years, granted the had a HUGE impact on a lot of people including myself.  Scorpions were formed in 1965 and are still touring.  I can't think of any "stinkers" on any of their albums and yes I have them all.  Check out the "Comeblack" album from Amazon, no I have no affiliation with Amazon.  If you don't like it I will buy it from you.

What?? 

The Beatles Anthology 3 covers late Beatles, 67 forward. 

The Beatles post had nothing to do with the Whiplash post.  It is saying that there is a big change from Mahler to Scorpions.  Do you believe those two are very similar???

Oh, it looks like there is something wrong with the software when using a quote.

[Anton]

Was spinning John Coltrane "Ascension". Finally got it in mail today after many months of hunting it down on e-bay (it usually goes pretty expensive).
Anyway - it is mind blowing record. A difficult one, very expressive and definitely requires attention, but very rewarding in the end. Very recommended!!!

[Noskipallwd]

Anyone into the Blues? Just picked up a copy of Blind Willie McTells "Searching The Desert For The Blues", excellent album, incredible artist. Blind Willie never had much of a career for various reasons, spent most of his life playing on the streets, but was a heavy influence on many of the Bluesmen we consider masters. Supposedly he taught Ledbelly to play 12 string.

Cheers,
Shawn

[Grainger49]

OK, some of you will make fun of me but I was 20/21 in 1969/1970 (the publish dates for this).

Simon and Garfunkle Bridge Over Troubled Waters.  This is a new to me OBI Japanese pressing that has to be remastered.  I have an original pressing of this album and the Japanese pressing is a different master.  It is also better. 

I started listening to all my pressings of this album for my give away thread.  I have a few to give away now.

Mmmmmmmm memories of good times past.  I know this LP from listening on electrostatic speakers from 100 Hz up and James Bongiorno amps!  Mmmmmmmmmm......

[Noskipallwd]

Why would anyone laugh at your appreciation of 'Simon and Garfunkle', excellent songwriting, good vocals, not bad instrumentation. I've always enjoyed their music. I do have to say that Mr. Simons new work seems to get old quickly, I will hear a song and "Hey thats pretty good, catchy". Then, after hearing it four or five times, time to move on.

Cheers,
Shawn

[Grainger49]

Some of the more recent albums just didn't light my fire.  There are a few on the newest that I still like.  But as you say they will wear off.