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The Hammer of the Gods

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  1. Well, Jahfin is right. This is an absolutely fabulous look at mid '70s live Dylan. There's a lot of re-worked versions of past works that are frankly better (especially "Tonight I'll Be Staying Here With You" and "The Lonesome Death of Hattie Carrol". There's also a decent amount of tracks off the mid-70s Dylan albums, like Blood on the Tracks and Desire, with the latter album having live cuts on this album make the studio version seem somewhat pale in comparison, with songs like "Isis" and "Oh, Sister". I think it might be my favorite of the Bootleg series myself, even though I only have this one and the Royal Albert Hall concert (which is also highly recommended). Go get it!
  2. Debating between getting Beggars Banquet or Let It Bleed next. Can't decide.
  3. Yeah, that looks like a pretty good starter set for sure. It's pretty well-rounded era-wise. It would seem a little too heavy for me, as I like to buy an album or two of an artist at a time and let it soak in, and I'd be afraid I'd burn out too quickly with so many albums at my immediate disposal (as I know I'd listen to them all at once). But like I said, that's a nice boxset. If you don't have those albums yet, then you should get them pronto, despite the fact that I'm sure it's pricey. I already own about half of those albums. I own all of his '60s output and around 3 70's albums. The Bootleg Series album mentioned above is my first of the series, despite the fact a friend of mine burned a disc off Volume 1-3 and I loved it. The mere fact that the first disc are mainly tracks that didn't make it to the albums goes to show how truly amazing Mr. Dylan is. And he's still going strong with his songwriting, in my opinion. Modern Times is a solid record.
  4. As you can see, I've been on a bit of a Dylan/Young kick lately. I've always ranked them as two of my favorite artists, but only owned the "essential" Dylan albums and a couple Young records, but now I'm going through their back catalogue, and it's truly a treat...
  5. Isn't this a reference to the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band album? Regardless, it's a reminder to check it out ASAP, as I've had it on my wishlist for a while now.
  6. Speaking of Dylan... Bob Dylan - Bob Dylan Bob Dylan - Modern Times (/w bonus DVD) The National - Alligator Neil Young - Everybody Knows This is Nowhere
  7. Awesome! I love "Lay Down Your Head" and "Time" especially.
  8. Well yesterday I FINALLY got my room clean at my old house... It took quite a while, so I went through several albums yesterday:
  9. That may end up being the case. Because I, for one, am part of the camp you mention. I find it pretty disappointing. It's funny how just about every review I've read says it's "his most consistent record", yet I feel the opposite. When I played the album at first, and the several following times, I kept thinking "Oh, this is a good song", and it would be followed by "Meh" for the next track. I think the EP he released is even worse. The consistency for me reminded me a lot of Demolition. Tracks like "The Sun Also Sets", "Pearls On A String" and "I Taught Myself How To Grow Old" are great though. Here's to hoping the boxset is great though.
  10. The Who are a great band. I, however, have become burned out on them. I still really, really, really admire them but I never listen to them anymore. That saying, I don't really like Tommy anymore. And I've never liked Sell Out. Damn, that album has really collected dust. I'm more of a Who's Next/Quadrophenia kind of guy anyway, with the latter being my favorite of theirs. "Love, Reign O'er Me" is a brilllllllliant closing track. Goosebumps.
  11. Yeah, I like it so far. Haven't finished it yet, but the first half seems pretty good. Thanks for the recommendations. I got this album because I figured I needed to get some actually good hip-hop into my collection.
  12. The Cars were truly a great band. They were pop, yet cool enough for all crowds to like really. I would get their debut, but it reads off as a greatest hits album. And that's the problem, since I could wait five minutes to hear one of the songs on the radio. Still a great band though.
  13. Lately, I've been diggin' these: I guess I like my rock dirrrrrrrrty as of late.
  14. Okay, I take back most of my former comment. I guess it took Sticky Fingers to make me realize, but the Stones, they fucking RULE. This is like the perfect album. Methinks I'll have a little buying spree soon. Need to hit up some Let It Bleed, Beggars Banquet, and perhaps some Goats Head Soup.
  15. Of course people will recommend their live shows, but I REALLY, REALLY recommend American Beauty:
  16. I figured it was about time to begin to acquaint myself with the Stones' actual albums.
  17. Nice portion of Neko Case you got there. I only have Fox Confessor Brings The Floood but I dig it decently enough. I really, really like her work with the New Pornographers on Twin Cinema, but it's VERY different from her solo output. It's a heavy dosage of powerpop, and I can see how it wouldn't be for everyone. It's coated with lots of pop hooks and melodies, which some may find grating in large doses. But I dig it. A lot. I recommend it. Just be prepared for something different.
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