hellraiser

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Sandy Denny: The North Star Grassman And The Ravens
CD Audio I have it ★★★★★
Sandy Denny: The North Star Grassman and the Ravens
20 mar 16
Immense artist, here at the peak of her career. Extraordinary album that carries on the artistic journey begun with Fairport and Fotheringay, often overshadowed by the subsequent "Sandy" but equally excellent. Then there are the guitar intertwining of her faithful Thompson...
Santana: Lotus
CD Audio I have it ★★★★
Santana: Lotus
8 feb 14
Santana has never been a favorite of mine (except for the first and Abraxas, phenomenal albums), but this live recording, bought at least three years ago and never listened to, is surprising. Here, Carlos, polished and "mystical," showcases all his skills, supported by a kick-ass band. A great listen...
  • Lao Tze
    8 feb 14
    it suffers a bit from drag in some parts, I would say especially the B side of the second record (I’m referring to the vinyl, I don’t know how the tracks are distributed on CD)... in short, the part with Mantra, then Kyoto, the drum solo... however, for the rest, it remains an extraordinary live performance, the third record is perfection, the tracks from Abraxas and Santana III are all exceptional. Back in the day, only Chicago, I think, could afford to release TRIPLE live albums of this level.
  • rolando303
    10 feb 14
    Good record without doubts and musicians.
Smashing Pumpkins: Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness
Vinile I have it ★★★★★
The Smashing Pumpkins: Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness
23 may 17
Old memories...
Soft Machine: BBC Radio 1967-1971
CD Audio I have it ★★★★★
Soft Machine: BBC Radio 1967-1971
19 jan 15
A stunning live album, the culmination of the golden period of the English band...
  • hjhhjij
    19 jan 15
    I need to get it.
  • hellraiser
    19 jan 15
    I highly recommend this album. Excellent audio, extraordinary tracks ranging from the self-titled first one to Fourth, with Third almost completely represented, and a version of Moon in June that I won't spoil for you. There's also BBC Radio 1971-1974, but since I'm not familiar with the band during that specific period and it's not very reasonably priced, I decided to pass. Check out what I'm listening to tonight; in my opinion, the Mad River album is one to fall in love with, it's right up your alley.. have a good evening, until next time..
  • hjhhjij
    19 jan 15
    I had already noted down the Mad River on your advice (or listen) but I haven't really had the time to check them out yet.
Sonic Youth: Daydream Nation
CD Audio I have it ★★★★
Sonic Youth: Daydream Nation
19 sep 14
Just unpacked about an hour ago, I need to really tune in since I'm not used to this genre, which left me a bit confused after the first listen, but I'm getting used to it with the second, like when you walk into a movie theater on a sunny August Sunday and can’t see a thing... for now, 3.5, and then we'll see.
  • De...Marga...
    19 sep 14
    ...for now 3.5, then we’ll see. You’ll see soon, let’s say a couple more listens at most, to raise that miserable grade for one simple reason: who recommended that double vinyl to you in the first place? If I'm not mistaken, it was an "old-timer" from your own region.
  • madcat
    19 sep 14
    I bought this along with Surfer Rosa by the Pixies. I remember the first thing I thought between one beer and another: damn, I would love to mix them and hear how they sound together :D For the record, they both became some of my favorite albums later on.
  • hellraiser
    19 sep 14
    Ah ah, but you're not old DeMa! Anyway, this little disc isn't bad, I just need to get used to the genre, that's all. I'm sure I will appreciate it better after a bit of listening, thanks to you and madcat for the comments!
  • De...Marga...
    19 sep 14
    Forgive me hell, but couldn't you have listened to the album several times before throwing down such a "meager," if I may use the term, definition, entering into the mindset of a genre and sound that isn't so familiar to you? I'm convinced that by doing so, your judgment of the album will greatly improve.
  • hellraiser
    19 sep 14
    You will see that it will improve and that I will better re-define the album, don’t worry. It may never be a great love, but it’s nice to discover new albums and new genres, which you are an expert in. Thank you!
  • hjhhjij
    19 sep 14
    Sure... But you can always change it after the definition. Hell, you really need to get used to it, and you will. I’d say the start is promising though, and I’m very happy about it, always considering that maybe this isn’t exactly your "thing." Go for it :)
  • hellraiser
    19 sep 14
    Of course, there are worse albums out there, darn it... let's just say I've reacted better to the Pixies, whom I still listen to often. I need to "discover" this one better; I basically like it, I just need to "understand" it more, but that's normal. The more you listen to a record, the more you love it; it was a worthwhile expense anyway, thanks to your advice...
  • hjhhjij
    19 sep 14
    Of course, it’s a pleasure, with all the Blues gems and related stuff that you had me note down.
  • darth agnan
    20 sep 14
    But download it first, right? :) Anyway, I imagine you’re not familiar with the previous ones, since you need to get used to the genre. For me, it’s quite essential, listening to the sy for the first time, to start from the beginning!
  • madcat
    20 sep 14
    I also started from this, and in my opinion it's the best way with them. Here you’ll find everything you need to understand whether you’re content to stop here with them or if you want to delve deeper. Personally, I explored more later on, but I've never found anything in their discography that could truly match it. I really like many of their other albums, but I haven't found that same completeness again.
  • madcat
    20 sep 14
    In any case, right after this, I vote washing machine.
  • madcat
    20 sep 14
    Sorry hell, the smartphone went off on its own I don't know how, a mess, I remedy by putting in nice! XD
  • darth agnan
    20 sep 14
    I don’t know, clearly we have two completely different approaches. I also remember that when I listened to the debut album for the first time (many years ago, by now) I was almost "afraid" to continue with their discography, "fearing" that they might not have equaled such a peak again. Luckily, I kept going :)
  • Goldfinger
    20 sep 14
    You made a great purchase, Hell. Trust me.
  • hellraiser
    20 sep 14
    Today I put my headphones back on and go over it again, thanks to everyone for the contributions and advice! Best regards.
  • terronsmilanes
    20 sep 14
    "I have to be very attentive" no forget it! I am part of the association "save ears" for all those who listen to """ music """ of shit. And I won't tell you how much work
  • terronsmilanes
    20 sep 14
    Well, the "completeness that is here is not found in any other work." Here is the pinnacle of music, where genius and fantasy go hand in hand. But how much work there is in this association!
  • terronsmilanes
    20 sep 14
    it's not that maybe I'm wrong, you only listen to the good ones once in their life, ahahhah no if it doesn't get into their heads it has to get in for sure ahahahahah "I have to understand this" AHHAAHHAHAHA
  • pana
    21 sep 14
    Don't give up, I really like this album a lot, just like many of the previous ones and also some of the later ones.
Spirit: Spirit
CD Audio I have it ★★★★★
Spirit: Spirit
5 jul 14
Debut album for the California collective, released in 1968. A splendid piece of pop psychedelia, with strong jazz influences due to the long-standing experience in the genre (at excellent levels) of the veteran drummer Ed Cassidy, mentor to the very young guitarist Randy Wolf "California". A great classy debut, with a very distinctive sound, truly fantastic. It's a pity they never had much luck...
  • De...Marga...
    5 jul 14
    Hello guy from Saluzzo; your definitions of works are always effective, dictated by a hand and mind as experienced as few others from that musical decade. A necessary new note on a group I only knew by the cover...
Spirogyra: St. Radigunds
CD Audio I have it ★★★
Spirogyra: St. Radigunds
1 jun 14
Bought yesterday thinking they were the American Spirogyra, the jazz-fusion ones, I realized that I made a mistake. Good album of English folk in the style of Fairport, enriched by the angelic voice of singer Barbara Gaskin, their debut record and perhaps their best... rating 3.5.
  • rolando303
    1 jun 14
    The others are the Spyro Gyra.
  • BARRACUDA BLUE
    2 jun 14
    Try listening to it again; you'll notice that there are really very few connections to the Fairport, this is a Folk-Psych masterpiece much closer to ISB and Comus. Briefly, this band has been "the other face of Canterbury."
  • hellraiser
    2 jun 14
    Ah ah, yes I got confused about the band's name, since I found it at a minimal price I got it and I haven't been able to listen to it properly yet. I'll definitely make up for it in the coming days, thanks for the tips, always appreciated!
spring: spring
CD Audio I have it ★★★★★
Spring: Spring
19 jun 16
Wonderful album, unique atmospheres, it’s a shame this is just a debut work... Spring-Spring 1971 [FULL ALBUM]
  • BARRACUDA BLUE
    19 jun 16
    Much better this solitary one than entire other careers with a dozen albums each.
  • hellraiser
    19 jun 16
    I read that they tried to make a second one, but Neon went bankrupt before they finished the work, or am I wrong? I got this album thanks to your description, thanks Barra, have a good evening.
  • BARRACUDA BLUE
    19 jun 16
    Neon/RCA and their claims to promote groups only in English colleges, a little collective suicide. I own Spring 2 (a.k.a. Second Harvest), a little more than a bootleg, without the slightest production the new tracks had no hope, unfortunately. Hi dear Hell, have a good evening.
status quo: piledriver
CD Audio I have it ★★★★
Status Quo: Piledriver
25 may 14
After a timid start as a psychedelic band, the four English musicians begin their ascent to the top of the charts from here. A good album that marks the beginning of a glorious career, rooted in a rock-boogie that has made history, much like the guitars of Rossi and Parfitt. Noteworthy is the gritty cover of "Roadhouse Blues" by the Doors...
Steeleye Span: Below the Salt
Vinile I have it ★★★★★
Steeleye Span: Below the Salt
16 feb 18
It's hard to choose among the works of this band, especially their early ones. This masterpiece perhaps represents, at least in my opinion, their peak—a dive into the moorlands of green England, whistling an ancient ballad from centuries gone by.
Stephen Stills: Stephen Stills
CD Audio I have it ★★★★★
Stephen Stills: Stephen Stills
3 nov 13
Fed up with the west coast and his group mates Crosby & Nash, Stills retreats to England, buys a 17th-century villa from Ringo Starr, and records his debut there... a great album, "Love the Ones You're With," the first track of many beautiful songs.
Steppenwolf: The Second
CD Audio I have it ★★★★★
Steppenwolf: The Second
18 oct 13
The album "Magic Carpet Ride" but not only that. Great second album from the Canadian-American band, where hard rock, psychedelia, and rock 'n roll reign supreme.
Steve Hackett: Voyage Of The Acolyte
CD Audio I have it ★★★★★
Steve Hackett: Voyage of the Acolyte
1 jun 14
Here the English guitarist does a great job showcasing all his immense qualities, collaborating with his long-time colleagues such as Rutherford and Collins and other excellent musicians. Notable are the stunning "Ace of Wands," "cattiva" and fast, the dreamy "Hands of the Priestess," and the masterpiece of the album, the concluding "Shadow of the Hierophant"...
  • hjhhjij
    1 jun 14
    Between this and "Spectral Mornings," it's hard to say which is his best electric album. However, I have a preference for his acoustic/classical albums.
  • hellraiser
    1 jun 14
    I'm listening to it again now with pleasure, still great. I don’t know much about the others, but I can tell you that the live "Tokio Tapes" (the only one I own besides this) I really like. "Spectral Mornings" is worth exploring, but for now, priority to the '80s.
  • hjhhjij
    1 jun 14
    Well done :)
Stevie Ray Vaughan and Double Trouble: Texas Flood
CD Audio I have it ★★★★★
Stevie Ray Vaughan and Double Trouble: Texas Flood
8 dec 13
Debut album for the rock-blues trio, a bolt from the blue in the musical landscape of the '80s. The world welcomes a new guitar hero, an exceptional musician who left us too soon. The title track and "Pride and Joy" standout, great album...
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