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26 Jul, 2016
The last of great Moody Blues era..
1 of 1 found this helpful Seventh Sojourn, although not strictly the Moodies 7th album (the original lineup made one official album) was the Seventh made with Justin Hayward and John Lodge and featuring the 'classic' Moody Blues lineup. At the time, it received good reviews, but wasn't liked by the public as much as 'On the Threshold of a Dream', Question of Balance and 'Every Good Boy Deserves Favour'. In truth, it doesn't have the 'killer' singles that those albums had, but as an album in some ways is stronger. Lost in a Lost World, New Horizons, You and Me, I'm just a singer (in a rock and roll band) are among their strongest ever tracks. As ever during that period, the writing alternates between all the members of the band, and this gives a sometimes 'jarring' effect as Thomas's more whimsical tracks don't always sit well with Hayward, Lodges and Edge rockers and Pinders more elaborate pieces. Here though, they do. Ironically, having said how well the albums flows, the band themselves were in the process of winding down. Tired of touring, of each other, this was to be their last album for six years.
The disc being reviewed here is on SACD format. This contains both 2.0 and 5.1 versions of the tracks. I am will admit, up front, I am not a fan of SACD, and the more I buy the less I like the format. People often confuse 'analogue like warmth' for what is in fact a poor reproduction method (DSD). However, unless you are lucky enough to a) own the original Quad versions of the LP, and b) have a Quad system to replay them on, this is the only way (unless you buy the rare and expensive DTS discs) you will get the Moody Blues in 5.1. As these were taken from Quad originals and re-mastered with the extra channels, it is well worth the investment, as Tony Clarke (the Moodies original and long standing producer) did the Quads, and they are very good. As such, while I'm not massively impressed with the SACD's sound, I would still happily recommend them to any Moodies fan, as the surround experience is easily worth the price.
04 Dec, 2012
A good sounding, excellent introduction to a musical pioneer.
Can are, without doubt, one of the pioneers of so called 'Krautrock' in the 1970's and one of the leading lights of avant garde at the time. Future Days however, is a great 'toe-in' for those who want to try Can out for the first time. Unlike their earlier material the vocals are more, 'erm, well, like vocals really, rather than the screams, grunts and howls that Damo Suzuki normally laid down. Ironically, it was also his last album with Can. The title track is the real gem here, a rolling, lazy effort, that shows off the bands superb musicianship, while Suzuki adds fairly tasteful vocals over the top. 'Spray' finishes off what was 'Side 1 on the LP, with a short but interesting flourish, with synths taking over from the propulsive rock sound of the title. 'Moonshake' takes up very much where 'Spray' leaves off, a short synth driven track, that has short vocal sections over the driving beat. Finally, the epic 'Bel Air' rounds the album off, with another lengthy piece, which, like Faust and some Tangerine Dream, is propelled along by a synth/Organ rhythm leaving the bass and drums to add texture.
Why buy this album? Because it's probably the most accessible of the Can catalogue.
The SACD format, while not quite as good as it's over eager proponents claim, is a worthy alternative to CD, not that that's hard, and when, as with this album it's well executed, the sound is first rate. As ever with re-mastering, it's a matter of personal taste. I'm not a huge fan of re-mastering in the Digital era, in particular when it's not done by one of the accepted experts. Too many are brickwalled, or just plain done badly to give them the time of day. In this instance though, the re-master has been done to a reasonable standard with light touches, such as improved Stereo imaging and focus rather than heavy handed changes being the order of the day.
On the negative side, only the lack of 5.1 which would add value for some detracts from the Disc.
01 Dec, 2006
X-Files Season 3 (DVD 2004)
The x-files were always a favourite of my wife and I when they first came out. It was one of those rare treats, that we could just sit, relax, and chill out to once the children had gone to bed.
Now they are on DVD format I've started collecting them. From memory, series 1-5 are the best and the ones I'm likely to stick with. Duchovny and Anderson (Mulder and Scully) are still fresh, live the characters, and have a real magnetic partnership that faded in later series.
In series 3, the alien theme is nicely worked by Chris Carter, and the extended over from series 2, Anasazi (series 2), The Blessing way (series 3), Paper Clip (series 3) trio of episodes is among the strongest ever. Elsewhere the interwoven relationships with the lead characters families continues, in particular the traumas with Mulders parents, and their distinct roles in the 'conspiracy'. The usual treatments of 'folk tales' in a modern setting are neatly done, for example 'Teso dos bichos', as are the paranormal episodes such as 'The walk'. But, as ever, the alien episodes are the ones that really shine. The introduction of the 'black oil', and the revelations about Scullys abduction are also included.
The picture quality is 'good' but, as with many transfers from TV series, not among the very best. Sound is also 'good', unlike series 2 which is 'fair'.
The condition of the discs was a little disappointing given the 'mint condition' description. Two discs are scratched, one quite badly. However, I've found (ie not everybody has) this is to be a common ebay problem.
The overall rating is therefore based on the sheer quality of the episodes content. Which, at this stage, was still very strong indeed.