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Post by futureshock on Oct 10, 2011 23:10:50 GMT
Aliens arrive and hand over 5 of their top folk-rock, folk-jazz, folk-world music albums. Which 5 Earth-originated albums of the same variety do you hand them back, to illustrate what's going on, on this planet? (we must presume that the alien CDs work on our systems, which of course they wouldn't, because they would be ultra-high fidelity, holographic multi-dimensional formats on USB sticks.)
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Post by maddogfagin on Oct 11, 2011 8:14:54 GMT
Aliens arrive and hand over 5 of their top folk-rock, folk-jazz, folk-world music albums. Which 5 Earth-originated albums of the same variety do you hand them back, to illustrate what's going on, on this planet? (we must presume that the alien CDs work on our systems, which of course they wouldn't, because they would be ultra-high fidelity, holographic multi-dimensional formats on USB sticks.)Only five? OK then, items from the catalogues of Robert Johnson, Jethro Tull, Arthur Lee, Peter Green's Fleetwood Mac and Kate Bush. But then I'm sure other members will have alternative ideas. And perhaps the aliens, and you don't say where they're from and I know a fair few people who could be classed as such, may have more primitive formats to us and still use shellac 78s.
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Post by nonrabbit on Oct 12, 2011 8:33:35 GMT
good thread and time for coffee and a bit of indulgence. In no order however "Aliens I'll have to take you up to Scotland first " i56.images obliterated by tinypic/j14jef.jpg[/IMG] not easy trying to judge between the Scottish female voices however Julie justs pips the post after Karen Matheson - Capercaillie maybe only because of her current offerings oh b**locks - don't make me choose. (for the hard of Gaelic)Brown-haired lad, Im fond of you, Im really fond of you, boy; If you're fond of me, Im fond of you- Ive loved you since I was young. I set off as usual to look for the sheep but scant attention gave I to them, knowing my beloved was in the strait. When I climbed Criongrabhal, my spirits were low the ship, with well-trimmed sails, was out near Saighdeanais. My parents say that my foolishness is a source of shame to them that I could attract a better man than you, an owner of ships and galleys. Though I could have a better man than you, an owner of ships and galleys, I would much prefer the brown-haired lad though he had'nt a penny in the world. Though I promised you I'd follow you and part company from my people, nothing in the world could induce me to go to Harris. I wouldnt survive long if married to you, while pining for MacDonald. i55.images obliterated by tinypic/2dgvvpl.jpg[/IMG] Col the founder of this Forum and owner of a brilliant musical ear introduced me to this band I'm forever grateful. All the best Col Lau are the top in Scottish Folk winning every award going and are gob smackingly amazing. www.lau-music.co.uk/about/index.php"Kris Drever grew up on Orkney and is celebrated for his singing and guitar playing .." "Award-winning fiddler and composer, Aidan O'Rourke (‘Instrumentalist of the Year’ 2006 Scots Trad Music Awards)" This is my most favourite song in the world after a Tull song. i54.images obliterated by tinypic/sm5zds.jpg[/IMG] A great first album from Folk/piping/rock/electronica phenomenal band from Skye - great names for songs and albums too - Dun Vegas - Croftwork ;D www.peatbogfaeries.com/music.htmlThere's nothing more rousing and gladdening than a good ceilidh and none better live than this lot. Belter!
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Post by nonrabbit on Oct 12, 2011 10:54:31 GMT
and as we're allowed Folk fusion and this falls into that category! can I present this to the Aliens - they may laugh at the video - or not i52.images obliterated by tinypic/2v28mfo.jpg[/IMG] Sufjan Stevens - indie/Folk / and other... www.sufjan.com/ -who's a little otherwordly himself and writes the most poignant and spiritual inspired songs. His song/lyrics about the serial killer John Wayne Gacy Jr and the accompaning video on Youtube is almost too powerful to watch and listen to. "Critics praised the album for its well-written lyrics and complex orchestrations; in particular, reviewers noted Stevens' progress as a songwriter since the release of Michigan. Illinois was named the best-reviewed album of 2005...and was included on several reviewers' "best of the decade" lists... The album amounted to Stevens' greatest public success to date: it was his first to place on the Billboard 200, and it topped the Billboard list..... The varied instrumentation and experimental songwriting on the album invoked comparisons to work by Steve Reich, Neil Young, and The Cure. Besides numerous references to Illinois history, geography, and attractions,..."
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Post by nonrabbit on Oct 12, 2011 11:13:59 GMT
It can get very confusing;
" The definition of a folk song; - generally folk songs are catchy, topical songs based on traditional melodies (meaning they're so old, nobody is really sure where the melody originated). Often, people will confuse "folksingers" with "singer/songwriters." A singer/songwriter can be a folksinger, but many of them are not...."
"Folk music is an English term encompassing both traditional folk music and contemporary folk music. The term originated in the 19th century. Traditional folk music has been defined in several ways: as music transmitted by mouth, as music of the lower classes, and as music with unknown composers. It has been contrasted with commercial and classical styles. This music is also referred to as traditional music and, in US, as "roots music". Starting in the mid-20th century a new form of popular folk music evolved from traditional folk music. This process and period is called the (second) folk revival and reached a zenith in the 1960s. The most common name for this new form of music is also "folk music", but is often called "contemporary folk music" or "folk revival music" to make the distinction. This type of folk music also includes fusion genres such as folk rock, electric folk, and others. While contemporary folk music is a genre generally distinct from traditional folk music, it often shares the same English name, performers and venues as traditional folk music; even individual songs may be a blend of the two."
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Post by stevep on Oct 13, 2011 22:14:35 GMT
Thanks for some great recommendations. I have a few Peatbog albums but had never heard of Lau. Hope to hear a bit more of them now.
I have been a big fan of the Battlefield Band for years - this is the latest version of the band.
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Post by stevep on Oct 13, 2011 22:46:24 GMT
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Post by maddogfagin on Oct 14, 2011 7:55:18 GMT
Funk Tull? It's the flute, but the band members are rather fine musicians as well. Think I will investigate further.
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Post by nonrabbit on Oct 14, 2011 8:09:49 GMT
I think I have heard the Battlefield Band on BBC Alba ♥♥ great traditional sound from that blokes vocals - great band Thanks
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Post by nonrabbit on Oct 14, 2011 8:31:34 GMT
I suppose the old romantic origins of the Folk singer/musician is that of the traveller from house to village performing for a slice of bread and a wee dram. Of that ilk; Turlough O'Carolan i51.images obliterated by tinypic/rrqrkx.jpg[/IMG] statue commemorating him in Mohill Co Leitrim (not far from me) www.oldmusicproject.com/OCC.html" Turlough O'Carolan, also called Terence Carolan (born 1670, near Nobber, County Meath, Ireland, died March 25th, 1738, Alderford, County Roscommon), one of the last Irish harpist-composers and the only one whose songs survive in both words and music in significant number..." "John Ó Cearbhalláin, his father, moved his family to Ballyfarnon to take employment with the MacDermott Roe family. Turlough, was 14 years old. "Mrs MacDermott liked the boy and saw to it that he was educated. Observing that he appeared to have a talent for music and poetry, she also arranged for him to have lessons on the harp. When he was about 18, he was stricken with smallpox which left him completely blind. However, this handicap did not stop his studies, and after three years, Mrs MacDermott gave him a harp, a horse, a guide, and the money to launch a career as an itinerant harper, playing for patrons throughout the Irish countryside. ....." Many versions of his songs/music are on youtube played with harp etc my favourite is the tin whistle played here - in a Turlough setting
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Post by nonrabbit on Oct 14, 2011 9:28:21 GMT
the man playing that tune, a very funny man - Father O'blivion aka Jim is a bit of a Folkie as well - travelling from his house with his Dug ;D and whistle up to the woods to play. " My grandad on my father's side played the "squeeze box" ( concertina ) His father played the violin and was a violin teacher. On my mothers side, my grandfather taking me to many a Highland game ( both Gourock and Cowal ) and his love of all things Scottish. A gamekeeper from Argyllshire..." Here are his many offerings; www.youtube.com/user/fatheroblivion45"I spend as much of the time as I can walking in the countryside where I live with my collie dog and, although friendly if approached, I rarely socialise, preferring my own company and that of my dog. In fact, the more people I meet, the more I love my dog!..." he's also an avid pipe smoker and has an ever increasing pipe -anorack following on his other youtube channel as well "...If you're easily offended by strong language then f**k off and watch some bugger else's videos...." ;D www.youtube.com/user/TamperPeterson
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Post by futureshock on Oct 15, 2011 17:38:00 GMT
Turlough O'Carolan - have two CDs by harpists playing his tunes. Very sunny melodies. The guy probably wrote "I'm Popeye the Sailor Man"
Also see the whistle player videos there and as a wind player I can appreciate it when the whistle is well made. The problem is in the plastic head joint which needs to be properly designed and molded or it can be windy sounding or prevent a full tone and make shifting into the high register sloppy. I mean, for $15, I want QUALITY!
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