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- Sat Jun 25, 2011 11:23 pm
- Forum: Other
- Topic: Last five albums/lp's you bought?
- Replies: 2585
- Views: 706351
Re: Last five albums/lp's you bought?
Spirit is Fantastic; try the Randy Kalifornia "Whirly Birds"; [and "Potato Land" It is......well, different]; Yea, I like the Kapt. Kopter album but 'Potato Land' is a bit too cheezy for me. It has its moments but on the whole it is too novelty and silly to really appreciate it....
- Mon Jun 20, 2011 3:44 am
- Forum: Other
- Topic: Record Care
- Replies: 89
- Views: 32043
Re: Record Care
I agree; I have purchased Ortofons in the past for certain turntables without complaint; plus they were very reasonably priced.
- Sun Jun 19, 2011 5:51 am
- Forum: Other
- Topic: Q? LAGWAFIS Concert Promo Poster Ltd Ed of 100
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1726
Q? LAGWAFIS Concert Promo Poster Ltd Ed of 100
If you have a copy of this poster, for the London/UK concert(s), sold by ATP , among other places, could you please describe the numbering on the left hand side (bottom), and tell what shape, or what Roman Numeral you do or do not see? I ask because my copy says #7/100 (followed by what LOOKS like t...
- Sun Jun 19, 2011 5:12 am
- Forum: Other
- Topic: Last five albums/lp's you bought?
- Replies: 2585
- Views: 706351
Re: Last five albums/lp's you bought?
Spirit- Twelve Dreams of Dr Sardonicus I've sung this album's praises in here before. Incredible record. If you like it you should get their first three albums released prior to 'Sardonicus'. Spirit is Fantastic; try the Randy Kalifornia "Whirly Birds"; [and "Potato Land" It is....
- Sun Jun 19, 2011 5:07 am
- Forum: Other
- Topic: Last five albums/lp's you bought?
- Replies: 2585
- Views: 706351
Re: Last five albums/lp's you bought?
Kraftwerk ; " Minimum Maximum " German 4-LP Box Set ( & the same release, but a The "2 CD Slipcase Set") Kraftwerk ; “Kraftwerk 1 †und “ Kraftwerk 2 â€; (The original "Cone" covers- German LPs); ea. sealed Gary Numan & The Tubeway Army " Are Friend...
- Sun Jun 19, 2011 4:51 am
- Forum: Music (Dedicated to Fuzzhead)
- Topic: What Are You Listening To Now?
- Replies: 5918
- Views: 1411961
Re: What Are You Listening To Now?
a Fantastic 2-LP + [7" (clear vinyl-“The Aurora Mains Testersâ€)] set which I purchased in early 1983 (and recently “found again†misplaced in the [Classical, BOX SET, Czech. Section/33- Case11]!); Entitled "Your Secret's Safe with Us"; a Sampler on the Base Record Label 40139,...
- Sun Jun 19, 2011 4:45 am
- Forum: Other
- Topic: Record Care
- Replies: 89
- Views: 32043
Re: Record Care
Incredible thread. I don't think I'm going to play another record until I get a new needle. Can anyone suggest a good needle to get that isn't too expensive? I know there are all types and all kinds at all prices; I bought a (3pack) of Stanton 680EE/S many years ago for a Philips PLL turntable, and...
- Wed Jun 15, 2011 8:21 pm
- Forum: Other
- Topic: Record Care
- Replies: 89
- Views: 32043
Re: Record Care
Regarding the quality of unplayed discs from 1899 onwards: Early recordings, usually one-sided and often classical, were extremely expensive in their day. To see a $5.00 or even $7.50 price stamp,was not unusual, the prices then seem to have levelled off to $1.50 to $3.00 by the 1920's and even thro...
- Wed Jun 15, 2011 2:39 am
- Forum: Other
- Topic: Record Care
- Replies: 89
- Views: 32043
Re: Record Care
The turntables that I use most often, the three main turntables I mentioned in earlier text, were made to some exacting, and well, boring specifications; but each began with an already high quality turntable which I asked to have (3) things improved. The first was to upgrade the tone-arm even furthe...
- Fri Jun 10, 2011 2:12 am
- Forum: Other
- Topic: Kids these days....
- Replies: 19
- Views: 3956
Re: Kids these days....
I knew it! I knew by the patient manner in which you dealt with the "canine problem" that you must have a good heart.
- Thu Jun 09, 2011 10:02 pm
- Forum: Other
- Topic: Kids these days....
- Replies: 19
- Views: 3956
Re: Kids these days....
I needed a fellow to help my gardener inventory what was on hand and what was needed. Not so difficult, right? He is married, with a new baby, so I gave this kid the job. He had great difficulty in helping with the inventory, however. I foolishly forgot to ask if he could read and write. He can't. ...
- Thu Jun 09, 2011 9:36 pm
- Forum: Other
- Topic: Record Care
- Replies: 89
- Views: 32043
Re: Record Care
I understand your Mercedes analogy, but like all analogies, it is a bit flawed. To keep a single automobile in "pristine" shape, or in music terms, "Mint-Shop New", is very different than carefully aquiring and building, over time, an expansive, inclusive, Archival, Library-like ...
- Wed Jun 01, 2011 8:35 pm
- Forum: Other
- Topic: Record Care
- Replies: 89
- Views: 32043
Re: Record Care and Individual Choices
I remember a cartoon that was placed in the Pharmacy I used years ago,
"Despite the cost of Living, it is still popular".
So it is with the cost of living well.
"Despite the cost of Living, it is still popular".
So it is with the cost of living well.
Re: Osama
I was not at all pleased by seeing flag waving and demonstrations in the USA or the antidemonstrations in the Middle East.
I feel no need to follow some nitwit with a bullhorn because this bastard is dead. It would be enough for me if this particular bastard were simply shown to be dead.
I feel no need to follow some nitwit with a bullhorn because this bastard is dead. It would be enough for me if this particular bastard were simply shown to be dead.
- Tue May 31, 2011 2:23 am
- Forum: Other
- Topic: Last five albums/lp's you bought?
- Replies: 2585
- Views: 706351
Re: Last five albums/lp's you bought?
(Actually, what I meant was, a "re-issue" should be exactly that or perhaps with BONUS cuts if on CD; to issue less than was first on the album is, in my opinion not a true "re-issue" as indicated on the hype-sticker). Speaking of "reissues", I received the CD "rer...
- Tue May 31, 2011 2:07 am
- Forum: Other
- Topic: Record Care
- Replies: 89
- Views: 32043
Re: Record Care and Individual Choices
Whatever method you devise, utilize, advocate, prefer or can afford is fine with me. Each person must work within their own personal habits, likes and what each feels necessary and proper, and what fits their budget, or how they prioritize what they spend. Perhaps how I wrote the paragraph or how it...
- Sun May 29, 2011 2:55 am
- Forum: Other
- Topic: Last five albums/lp's you bought?
- Replies: 2585
- Views: 706351
Re: Last five albums/lp's you bought?
WOW. You are absolutely correct. (I purchased the aforementioned single along with a pristine, sealed copy of the 1967 "Moby Grape "Moby Grape" w/ poster and naughty finger cover that I did not list-(just another co$tly $pare). I probably confused myself. I will show these correction...
- Sun May 29, 2011 2:03 am
- Forum: Other
- Topic: Record Care
- Replies: 89
- Views: 32043
Re: Record Care, Expectations and Limitations
I agree with Redcloud's assertion regarding the decline of vinyl record quality in the 1970's. The late 1970's was a turning point in that the low quality of US pressings was endemic. MCA led the field in low quality, recycled vinyl. I have a 2nd release copy of "Who's Next" that has piec...
- Fri May 27, 2011 6:06 am
- Forum: Other
- Topic: Record Care
- Replies: 89
- Views: 32043
Re: Record Care
Simple but consistent care using only a distilled water dampened brushed-linen (lint free) or carbon fiber brush can keep your recordings sounding fantastic for a very long time indeed. I have collected recordings for almost 40 years, and this simple edict along with replacing the cartridge in toto...
- Fri May 27, 2011 5:30 am
- Forum: Art/Design/Film/Literature
- Topic: Spiritiualized Syncronicity Cinema
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1815
Re: Spiritiualized Syncronicity Cinema et al
For many years, at home and at work, I have had films/DVD's/live security video feeds on screens while various, often random music played in the background. Sometimes these experiments in ambience are fantastic. I often watch films of NASA looped so as to be a perpetual orbital scene, this lends its...
- Fri May 27, 2011 4:44 am
- Forum: Other
- Topic: What Are You Watching Now?
- Replies: 163
- Views: 75346
Re: What Are You Watching Now?
On the large screen I have NASA feeds while I listen to Eno's "Another day on Earth".
- Fri May 27, 2011 4:32 am
- Forum: Other
- Topic: Last five albums/lp's you bought?
- Replies: 2585
- Views: 706351
Re: Last few albums/lp's you bought?
13th Floor Elevators -USA Live in S.F. '66 "on Lysergic Records" very well done ROIO on 12" LP; recorded 1966-7; released 1987 (sealed); this will remain a sealed spare copy-a great record; Deep Blue cover w/ song listing on back. Psychic TV " New York Scum Haters " LP; Ice...
- Tue May 24, 2011 9:43 pm
- Forum: Other
- Topic: Last five albums/lp's you bought?
- Replies: 2585
- Views: 706351
Re: Last few albums/lp's you bought?
1. Yoko Ono " Walking on Thin Ice (for John) " USA 1981 7" White vinyl/ White label Test Pressing in white sleeve 1b. Yoko Ono " walking on thin ice for John " USA 1981 7" commercial release w/ Geffen sleeve 2. Yoko Ono " Walking on Thin Ice (for John) " USA 1...
- Mon May 23, 2011 12:41 am
- Forum: Other
- Topic: Last five albums/lp's you bought?
- Replies: 2585
- Views: 706351
Re: Last five albums/lp's you bought?
To answer your questions: " The Music of Spiritualized 1990-2002 " is a US promo only 2-CD set from Chrysalis Records-2002 . The artwork was apparently taken from the Kevin Westerberg promo photo shoot in 2001, (the photo w/ the "wavy lines" behind ? spaceman ). The reverse is a ...
- Sun May 22, 2011 11:50 pm
- Forum: Music (Dedicated to Fuzzhead)
- Topic: Kate Bush
- Replies: 24
- Views: 3534
Re: Kate Bush
I have been a Kate Bush fan from the very beginning. "the man w/ the child in his eyes" 7' single, along w/ "breathing" 7" single, "cloudbusting" 7" single, etcetera , and of course the 1st LPs are excellent. There are a number of "fan club" only iss...
Re: Osama
The overly Politically Correct stance of the Islamic "burial at sea" for a mass murderer who we have been told repeatedly is not a true muslim was a bit too much. If, on the other hand, this was a clever way to feed him to the fish and leave no martyrs grave, then I would say OK. The equal...
- Mon May 16, 2011 11:38 pm
- Forum: Music (Dedicated to Fuzzhead)
- Topic: Eno - Small Craft On A Milk Sea
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1012
Re: Eno - Small Craft On A Milk Sea
After finally having a chance to listen to this new Eno, I was very pleased and ordered the LP/ 2 CD Boxed set. I have never been disappointed by Eno, and although my tastes run the extreme, I think that I am a tough audience. Of course, I could be just easily entertained; it is true that I am NEVE...
- Mon May 16, 2011 11:13 pm
- Forum: Other
- Topic: Last five albums/lp's you bought?
- Replies: 2585
- Views: 706351
Re: Last five albums/lp's you bought?
Spiritualized "the Music of Spiritualized 1990-2002" 2 CD + data sheet US Promo The Beatles "Please Please Me" Mono 1963 LP Parlophone UK False Prophets "Implosion" (Alternative Tentacles) 1989 7" UK single Pulp "This is Hardcore" Japanese Promo CD w/ bo...
- Mon May 16, 2011 10:45 pm
- Forum: Other
- Topic: Neighbor problem
- Replies: 52
- Views: 17309
Re: Neighbor problem
I'm glad that at least you are both still on speaking terms; that is always a great place to start, and to finish. Some situations bring out the worst and the best in people, and I think you have been damned patient and understanding. I am curious as to the effect (if any) of the Moon Duo applicatio...
- Tue May 10, 2011 10:45 pm
- Forum: Other
- Topic: Neighbor problem
- Replies: 52
- Views: 17309
Re: Neighbor problem
Disgusting isn't it? A nozzled hose is superior to a squirt gun in my opinion. [ A pomeranian has a tiny brain ], and may be aroused, annoyed and hence tend to bark when hit with the squirt gun, but a nozzled hose can inflict sufficient fright and discomfort without necessarily inflicting damage to ...
- Sun May 08, 2011 11:27 pm
- Forum: Other
- Topic: Neighbor problem
- Replies: 52
- Views: 17309
Re: Neighbor problem
I once "removed" an annoying neighbor within a day playing Zappa's "Weasels Ripped my Flesh" on (2) out of sync 8 tracks simultaneously; the weasel next door moved within 24 hours. But it seems that you may be past subsonic, ultrasonic, hypersonic or... Do you have a firearm that...
- Fri May 06, 2011 5:00 am
- Forum: Other
- Topic: Neighbor problem
- Replies: 52
- Views: 17309
Re: Neighbor problem
I understand your dilemna. A neighbor, when I had a neighbor, had two large mongrels that were not well taken care of and they cried and barked incessantly. I watered them, and I even bought the damn food for awhile. Then one day I purchased several ultrasonic devices, aimed them at my neighbors hou...
- Sat Mar 12, 2011 2:23 am
- Forum: Other
- Topic: Last five albums/lp's you bought?
- Replies: 2585
- Views: 706351
Re: Last five albums/lp's you bought?
FOR TOOMILK: The UK LP set (LATRAH1997) is not marked or stickered in any way as "promo" (but it is still sealed, so I don't know if it has promo or white labels; the CD set is so marked, as is the UK CD EP. These items, along w/ a data sheet were boxed together in a HEAVY foam-lined box ...
- Fri Mar 11, 2011 3:25 am
- Forum: Other
- Topic: Last five albums/lp's you bought?
- Replies: 2585
- Views: 706351
Re: Last five albums/lp's you bought?
Brian Eno "Small Craft on a Milk Sea" Box Set 2LP + 2CD Release - Beautiful, both sonically and visually. Randy Kalifornia ( Spirit ) "Farther Along" US orig. LP set. [A "NOS" spare-I've always liked Spirit et al ]. Spiritualized "Live at the Albert Hall, 199 7 &q...
- Sun Mar 06, 2011 2:20 am
- Forum: Music (Dedicated to Fuzzhead)
- Topic: The Soft Machine
- Replies: 13
- Views: 2178
Re: The Soft Machine
Next to the "Soft Machine" in the LP cabinets I "found" a German pressing of "Tangerine Dream's - Journey through a Burning Brain". It has been several years since I heard either. Wonderful. The musical set for the evening is decided.
- Sun Mar 06, 2011 2:14 am
- Forum: Music (Dedicated to Fuzzhead)
- Topic: The Soft Machine
- Replies: 13
- Views: 2178
Re: The Soft Machine
I am so glad to see such wonderful music being (re)discovered. In fact, It makes me quite nostalgic; I believe that later tonight at LEAST the 1st Soft Machine LP will be on the turntable.
- Sun Mar 06, 2011 2:08 am
- Forum: Other
- Topic: Last five albums/lp's you bought?
- Replies: 2585
- Views: 706351
Re: Last five albums/lp's you bought?
Beatles "MONO Box" Japanese Apple CD release; FANTASTIC SOUND (even for CD's :D ) Pure Phase (Japanese CD release); an addition for the library. The Human Beinz "It's Nice to be Clean" 7" Test Pressing/ single sided c. 1968 This little single is pressed on "mud-colored...
- Sat Mar 05, 2011 4:29 am
- Forum: Music (Dedicated to Fuzzhead)
- Topic: What Are You Listening To Now?
- Replies: 5918
- Views: 1411961
Re: What Are You Listening To Now?
NASA has been replaying different vantage cameras from shuttle flights lately, and it was a good time to really sit down in front of the projecter while listening to LAGWAFIS, 2009 issue. After the album was over, I added volume to the NASA channel, and heard, "well, ah, ladies and gentlemen, t...
- Sat Feb 19, 2011 11:20 pm
- Forum: Music (Dedicated to Fuzzhead)
- Topic: Eno - Small Craft On A Milk Sea
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1012
Re: Eno - Small Craft On A Milk Sea
Yes, I have the Eno CD; but I have not had the chance to listen to it.
Eno has never disappointed me however, and I am anxious to have the time
(uninterrupted) to listen to it! I would like to compare responses after I have a chance to give the disc
a good listen.
Eno has never disappointed me however, and I am anxious to have the time
(uninterrupted) to listen to it! I would like to compare responses after I have a chance to give the disc
a good listen.
- Thu Feb 03, 2011 7:30 pm
- Forum: Other
- Topic: Last five albums/lp's you bought?
- Replies: 2585
- Views: 706351
Re: Last five albums/lp's you bought?
Hawkwind; sealed!; In Search of Space (vinyl) original issue LP; I was surprised to find this one. The Who; French "Pictures of Lily" 7" EP/PS (vinyl) Pulp - "This is Hardcore"; original LP pressing (vinyl) Teleman - Deutche Grammophone "Musique de Table" ("Ba...
- Thu Feb 03, 2011 6:28 pm
- Forum: Other
- Topic: Bowling Anyone?
- Replies: 17
- Views: 3213
Re: Bowling Anyone?
This "Bowling Ball" is Fantastic. It is a great piece of Art. If only it were truly Lazer Guided...... It is too beautiful to bash pins with, but I am very pleased to see the photos. And yes, IT DOES deserve a SPIRT#.
- Thu Feb 03, 2011 2:11 am
- Forum: Music (Dedicated to Fuzzhead)
- Topic: What Are You Listening To Now?
- Replies: 5918
- Views: 1411961
Re: What Are You Listening To Now?
Lol Creme and Kevin Godley's 3 lp set of "Consequences".
"In nature there are neither rewards nor punishments, there are Consequences".
"In nature there are neither rewards nor punishments, there are Consequences".
- Thu Feb 03, 2011 2:05 am
- Forum: Other
- Topic: Favorite Mind "Altering" Substances
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1697
Favorite Mind "Altering" Substances
1. Mescaline extract sans strychnine; one must appreciate the desert and her fruits. 2. Lysergic Acid Diethylamide [ LSD25 ] ...as the purified (clear and colorless) liquid.....thank you Timmy and Albert H. May God rest your souls. 3. Morphine (as the HCl salt) Hit Parade Standard; a Musical Standar...
- Thu Dec 02, 2010 2:03 am
- Forum: Music (Dedicated to Fuzzhead)
- Topic: Gimme Shelter Deconstructed- Simply Bad Ass!
- Replies: 12
- Views: 1316
Re: Gimme Shelter Deconstructed- Simply Bad Ass!
Excellent Posting. Thanks, I enjoyed that bit of diversion.
- Thu Nov 18, 2010 12:55 am
- Forum: Music (Dedicated to Fuzzhead)
- Topic: What Are You Listening To Now?
- Replies: 5918
- Views: 1411961
Re: What Are You Listening To Now?
" I Believe in the Man in the Sky " b/w " Crying in the Chapel " [ Dutch ] CD Single 'Elvis' c. 1961 & 1957EP; CD c. 1993; Amen " Sandanista " 3-LP 1980 Clash Studio album set; Well worth a listen " More Blank than Frank " Brian Eno Promo LP 1986; "Be...
- Sat Nov 06, 2010 11:44 pm
- Forum: Instruments
- Topic: 60's Baldwin Organ (tube insanity)
- Replies: 8
- Views: 8340
Re: 60's Baldwin Organ (tube insanity)
Absolutely Beautiful . I sure the reasonce must be "heard to be believed". Analogue methodology is not always convenient, but it can usually shame most digital devices when superior re-creation of a quality original recording is desired. I am lucky enough to own a number of pre-1965 tube ...
- Fri Nov 05, 2010 6:40 pm
- Forum: Music (Dedicated to Fuzzhead)
- Topic: What Are You Listening To Now?
- Replies: 5918
- Views: 1411961
Re: What Are You Listening To Now?
I plan to give "The Flowers of Hell"/"Will Carruthers" split 3" CD a listen a little later.
I bought this disc a week or so ago and haven't given it a play yet. It is on the Awkward label as Awkward26.
I bought this disc a week or so ago and haven't given it a play yet. It is on the Awkward label as Awkward26.
- Thu Nov 04, 2010 5:57 pm
- Forum: Music (Dedicated to Fuzzhead)
- Topic: What Are You Listening To Now?
- Replies: 5918
- Views: 1411961
Re: What Are You Listening To Now?
Barclay James Harvest "Live" ( 2-LP Polydor Series c. 1974)
Bill Nelson's "Red Noise" LP
and King Crimson "Lizard" LP.
Bill Nelson's "Red Noise" LP
and King Crimson "Lizard" LP.
- Wed Nov 03, 2010 5:54 pm
- Forum: Music (Dedicated to Fuzzhead)
- Topic: What Are You Listening To Now?
- Replies: 5918
- Views: 1411961
Re: What Are You Listening To Now?
Edgar Varése; various looped passages with inserts from an East German Kraftwerk Bootlegged Concert.
- Tue Nov 02, 2010 9:07 pm
- Forum: Other
- Topic: Last five albums/lp's you bought?
- Replies: 2585
- Views: 706351
Re: Last five albums/lp's you bought?
1. Spiritualized "Ladies and gentlemen we are floating in space" 1997 PROMO CD (w/ "Elvis" sampling) 2. same title as above, 2009 ltd. ed. of 1000 (12 x 3" CD + 2CD Set) 3. David Bowie "The man who sold the World" orig. US LP Vinyl PROMO [ w/ "cartoon -Oh by j...
- Tue Nov 02, 2010 8:33 pm
- Forum: Instruments
- Topic: Edison "Ediphone Office Cylinder Player/ Recorder"
- Replies: 0
- Views: 4609
Edison "Ediphone Office Cylinder Player/ Recorder"
I recently purchased a Edison "Ediphone" cylinder player that was once used by the owner of a Woolworths Department Store. The "Ediphone" is really two units, both work on 120V AC or DC current, but according to the specs, exact voltage is not critical. The recording "half&q...
- Tue Nov 02, 2010 7:53 pm
- Forum: Music (Dedicated to Fuzzhead)
- Topic: What Are You Listening To Now?
- Replies: 5918
- Views: 1411961
Re: What Are You Listening To Now?
Brian Eno "Before and after Science" (vinyl) and a preview copy of Syringe (on clear vinyl). Earlier in the day, Asst Artists "The Naked Carmen" and Spiritualized "Medication" (12" vinyl) Earlier still, Elvis "His Hand in Mine", in the Living Stereo relea...
- Tue Nov 02, 2010 6:36 pm
- Forum: Music (Dedicated to Fuzzhead)
- Topic: perfect albums
- Replies: 105
- Views: 12688
Re: perfect albums? iii.
I did not find fault with the premise of this "perfect albums" thread. On the contrary, any disagreement with the topic itself only helped to generate a thoughtful discussion of likes and dislikes which may have provided examples of recordings that have been (as yet) unknown or overlooked ...
- Mon Nov 01, 2010 9:28 pm
- Forum: Music (Dedicated to Fuzzhead)
- Topic: perfect albums
- Replies: 105
- Views: 12688
Re: perfect albums? ii.
Yes, I too believe these to be personal favorites; but the very idea of the "perfect" album either does not exist, cannot exist or the pure speculative notion of perfection is essentially "default" for what do you like most at any given time , like: now; at this moment of tempora...
- Mon Nov 01, 2010 7:36 pm
- Forum: Music (Dedicated to Fuzzhead)
- Topic: perfect albums
- Replies: 105
- Views: 12688
Re: perfect albums?
My list would include, but not in any order, the following: 1. Brian Eno-"Taking Tiger Mountain" (by Strategy) c.1974 or Spiritualized-"Pure Phase Electric Mainline" c. 1993 2. Eclection-"Eclection" c. 1968 3. Silver Apples-"Silver Apples" c. 1966 4. Barclay J...
- Mon Nov 01, 2010 6:53 pm
- Forum: Music (Dedicated to Fuzzhead)
- Topic: "Ladies and gentlemen we are....." Concert DVD?
- Replies: 3
- Views: 939
"Ladies and gentlemen we are....." Concert DVD?
I hope that a Concert DVD (or several Concert DVDs) from performances of "Ladies and gentlemen we are floating in space" is in the works. Some of the best renditions of the Spaceman's work may be found on "YouTube", but the sound quality is inferior to what can be accomplished by...