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[Deenfan]

Magnum is Magic in Music. I often wonder if Tony Clarkin the song writer is merely human.

I was just bored to death by Magnum's Breath Of Life - it was more like a gasp for life. No proper melody, no nothin 

I sincerely hope that Princess Alice is much better.

I like Spirit Of Man a lot, although it's not prog.

Nicky.

No proper melody... it is just, again, to marvel at how different we hear things at times. Granted, it is among the last couple of albums on my list of "Best Magnum albums" (there is no other list). And to reach out a hand, I can stretch so far as to say "I think I know what you mean, when I compare it to most of their back catalogue". That hurt, I hope it is appreciated!!!

"Brand new morning" was much more solid. Better songs overall, and better production. And this time they had a deal with a drummer who didn't bow out, so Clarkin didn't have to play and mouse-edit them synth drums again. But again, the next one, "Princess Alice and the broken arrow" is absolutely brilliant. I almost cry with joy when I play it and still can't believe how many unique, strong songs there are on it. A true return to form, which is rare, after so many years. (32 years since the oldest recordings I've got.)

Bob Catley's solo albums are mostly good and all, and I do have them, and as he is a rock solid singer with a warm and happening voice - which is the broadest or widest voice I've ever heard in real life - I do enjoy listening to them. But compared to Magnum, I feel it's a bit of a replica of the real thing. Especially Gary Hughes with his education in music was shamelessly calculating up chord progressions that would sound similar without being a direct steal, and made sure the same synth sounds were used. I mean... Maaan?! It's a bit like these new very well made Ferrari replicas with tuned-up engines. It looks like a Ferrari, it goes like a Ferrari... but it isn't one. And I think that will be apparent in the long run.

[Nicky007]

"Princess Alice and the broken arrow" is absolutely brilliant. I almost cry with joy when I play it and still can't believe how many unique, strong songs there are on it. A true return to form, which is rare, after so many years. (32 years since the oldest recordings I've got.)

OK, Deenie, I'l put Princess Alice back on my SL 

I'm really willing to give Magnum another chance, since they're based in my birthtown and stuff 

But I really went dead with Breath and couldnt even play it to the end, although I consider myself very perserverent.

... happening voice ...

Is this Norwenglish ? 

... Gary Hughes ...

Have you heard some of the stuff where he sings ?  That guy can express and convey emotions, man 

Nobody believes me here, but tellya, it's TRUE 


NP  Porcupine Tree:  Blank Planet

Rather laid back for my taste, but there are some highs here and there, like Sentimental.

Prob wont become one of my fave PT's ...... but sometimes things can change drastically for a proggie 

I'l admit that Gavin is a superb drummer, and he's done some fine stuff on this album.

Nicky.

[Deenfan]

"A happening voice" is a most useful expression that the English language lacked, so I provided.

I have everything by Gary Hughes and Ten (except for the last one with the new guitarist). I kinda lost a bit of the feeling because so much is recognizably derived from existing songs. But yes, he can sing emotionally. "I won't break your heart" is stunning!

[Nicky007]

I have everything by Gary Hughes and Ten (except for the last one with the new guitarist).

Hey you f* - OK, let's just say "friend"  - thats just the best one: The Twilight Chronicles 

You prob dont either have The Essential Collection. Hey Deenie, how come you always manage to avoid the best albums ? 


OK guys, now it's real partytime. Here's pleasure for both the eye and ear - so no excuse to stay away.

Khan is arguably the best prog singer around, and Simone - need I say more, huh Bups ?   

http://youtube.com/watch?v=I438RH1oUJc

Ncky.

[Nicky007]

NP  Opeth:  Ghost Reveries

Yup, get's better every time 

A worthy candidate for "Scandinavia's best group". Whadaya say guys ?

Nicky.

[The Butterfly Man]

NP  Opeth:  Ghost Reveries

Yup, get's better every time 

A worthy candidate for "Scandinavia's best group". Whadaya say guys ?

Nicky.

AMEN! 

NP: Opeth - The Drapery Falls

Tom

[maddox]

AMEN! 

NP: Opeth - The Drapery Falls

Tom

Lovely. 

[maddox]

The Flower Kings - Last Minute On Earth

[Teunis]

Caamora - She

[Deenfan]

Royal Hunt - Collision course

Best vocal performance from my favourite of the last 21 years, Mark Boals.

[Nicky007]

NP  Opeth:  Soldier Of Fortune

Do you guys have this song ?  It's on the Special Edition of Ghost Reveries. It's a real nice song, a very unusual mood for Opeth.

Next Play:   Opeth:  Deliverance

Looks like we're havin an Opeth eve 

Nicky.

[The Butterfly Man]

NP  Opeth:  Soldier Of Fortune

Do you guys have this song ?  It's on the Special Edition of Ghost Reveries. It's a real nice song, a very unusual mood for Opeth.

Of course I have that! What else did you think?

By the way, did you know that it's actually a cover of a Deep Purple song?

NP: Opeth - Ghost Of Perdition 

Oh, and I almost forgot: Opeth evenings for the win!

Tom

[maddox]

NP  Opeth:  Soldier Of Fortune

Do you guys have this song ?  It's on the Special Edition of Ghost Reveries. It's a real nice song, a very unusual mood for Opeth.

Yes, i have. The SE looks great by the way. Too soon after the release of the original but who cares? 
By the way, did you know that it's a cover of a Deep Purple song?

Next Play:   Opeth:  Deliverance

Looks like we're havin an Opeth eve 

Nicky.

You definitely should try Damnation too, Nicky.
I think you will really like that one. 

[Nicky007]

By the way, did you know that it's a cover of a Deep Purple song?

I now remember having read that long ago, but I had forgotten it, so good you reminded me, Mad 

By the way, are you and Tom siamese twins ? 

You definitely should try Damnation too, Nicky.
I think you will really like that one. 

Yes to both. You see, that's the only Opeth album that Ms 007 can stand (not making it lesser  ), so we've actually spun it a lot, i.a. during our drives through the beautiful Skåne (another å for you, Mad), adding to the joy 

So guys, now for Deliverance ......

Nicky.

[The Butterfly Man]

By the way, are you and Tom siamese twins ? 

Yes we are, only I am a little bit wiser. And besides, I was first!

NP: Opeth - Dirge For November

[maddox]

Yes to both. You see, that's the only Opeth album that Ms 007 can stand (not making it lesser  ), so we've actually spun it a lot, i.a. during our drives through the beautiful Skåne (another å for you, Mad), adding to the joy 

Don't make it any harder for me than it already is, will you? 

By the way, are you and Tom siamese twins ? 

Yes. How did you guessed?
We were attached with both our index finger and pinkies.  \m/

Yes we are, only I am a little bit wiser. And besides, I was first!

But i had the finishing touch. 

[PH]

Yes we are, only I am a little bit wiser. And besides, I was first!

The first will be the last.



Now playing:
Nothing...

Gotta do some more homework...

-Paco

[maddox]

Riverside - Volte/Face

[The Butterfly Man]

We were attached with both our index finger and pinkies.  \m/

These connections made it possible for me to give Mad a bit of my excellent taste in music...



NP: Opeth - In My Time Of Need

[maddox]

These connections made it possible for me to give Mad a bit of my excellent taste in music...

Yes, indeed. Though Frans Bauer isn't exactly my cup of tea. 

[The Butterfly Man]

Yes, indeed. Though Frans Bauer isn't exactly my cup of tea. 

Nor is it mine....so that's further proof!

[Nicky007]

These connections made it possible for me to give Mad a bit of my excellent taste in music...



NP: Opeth - In My Time Of Need

Maybe now in Mad's time of need he could use some Redemption  


NP  Het levenslied

That was a joke, guys 


NP  Opeth: Deliverance

Previously Deliverance was a bit too rough for me, but now that I'v got well tuned in to Ghost, I quite like Deliverance too.

So, Mad, here's your long awaited beer.

Nicky.

[The Butterfly Man]

Maybe now in Mad's time of need he could use some Redemption 


NP  Het levenslied

That was a joke, guys 

Hahahaha 

NP  Opeth: Deliverance

Previously Deliverance was a bit too rough for me, but now that I'v got well tuned in to Ghost, I quite like Deliverance too.

How do you like the ending of the song Deliverance Nicky? I think it's pure genius!

[Nicky007]

How do you like the ending of the song Deliverance Nicky? I think it's pure genius!

Agree, Tom 

And Martin Lopez raises himself to the top league of drummanship with stuff like this, man


It strikes me that Opeth are one of the most album-oriented groups. Isnt that so ?

So now we just have to convince Paco that he needs Opeth. How do we fix that, guys 


NP  End of Deliverance 

Nicky.

[PH]

If you wanna convince me, you should explain the lyrics to me.
That will work, probably.

-Paco