axolotl
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'splain, plz.
Random Music Thoughts
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Unsomnambulist
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Many artists I listen to make the last track on the album the longest, and often more than 6 minutes long.
axolotl
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Yes, I could tell from your comment that this must be a statement that was true for you.
Perhaps I should have worded my request differently.
[hmm... thinka thinka thinka]
[I think I will.]
After much thought, please do the following (if you will):
Describe for me why the longer duration of the last track on an album is an issue for you.
Unsomnambulist
Staff member
Yes, I could tell from your comment that this must be a statement that was true for you.
Perhaps I should have worded my request differently.
[hmm... thinka thinka thinka]
[I think I will.]
After much thought, please do the following (if you will):
Describe for me why the longer duration of the last track on an album is an issue for you.
Because if there's something I need to do, I am waiting for the album to finish so I can get up and do it. I am a completist and finish listening to albums I start.
I'm not sure how much more I can explain this? As much as I enjoy an album, having a very long track on the end makes it feel like it goes on too long.
Unsomnambulist
Staff member
The luxury of middle class living where you don't have to worry about disturbing your neighbors.
And yes, some of the older people who live around me would literally be disturbed by some of the music I listen to.
axolotl
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Are you ready for the next question?
Is there any difference between a musical completist and a musical perfectionist?
Unsomnambulist
Staff member
There is a difference between a musical perfectionist and someone who likes to finish listening to albums they start.
Old Uncle Toe
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I’ve noticed that too. I’m just glad it’s the last track. I feel a twinge of guilt but if I’m not enjoying that last track I do just skip it and move on. I’ve listened to the rest of the album so I feel like I’ve paid proper respect. I have a feeling that’s why they do it on the last track. They know they’re going to lose some folks on it. It’s the tl;dr generation out there.
Zeeba Neighba
Staff member
I agree with Rick on this one too (guess we're just two old grumps
)...especially not a fan of the 8 minute final track where the song ends after 4 min then there's the 1-2 minute of silence before the "hidden track"Especially a 90s extravagance
Remember the ’90s fad for ‘hidden tracks’ on CDs? Here are 10 of the best from Nirvana, Blur, Dre and more (and where to find them)
From the weird to the wonderful here are the most stand-out secret tracks lobbed on the end of classic records.
www.nme.com
If you're gonna do it, do it like the Beatles with "Her Majesty" - short pause, succinct track
Nickyboy
Staff member
I suggest you stay away from Cut Copy's album "Zonoscope":
btw, it' the best track on the album.
Nickyboy
Staff member
The Cure are putting out three new albums, one probably this year: https://consequenceofsound.net/2019...GPFnEaUxJhjBisakN5i7m4u3WSwRgKIOAUxGGQbmuCUzk
Very intense and dark? Sounds like they are getting back to their "Pornography" days! Woo hoo!
Either that or Robert is thinking about chocolate again.
Very intense and dark? Sounds like they are getting back to their "Pornography" days! Woo hoo!
Either that or Robert is thinking about chocolate again.
Zeeba Neighba
Staff member
Although I don't think he'd be as prolific as Paul, I suspect he would
Though I doubt we would've seen a true Beatles reunion, I suspect (like George and Ringo) there would have been some periodic appearances with Paul on stage
At least it's nice to think so...
Unsomnambulist
Staff member
Also on this date:
Today in Apple history: The Beatles beat Apple in court ... again
On October 9, 1991, Apple was ordered to pay out $26.5 million to The Beatles' record label and holding company Apple Corps.
www.cultofmac.com
Unsomnambulist
Staff member
Cut Your Own Vinyl Records With This $1,100 Machine
The Phonocut is an at-home vinyl lathe, allowing anyone with a digital audio file and a dream to make a 10-inch record.
OMG. Nobody tell @Ojai Sam.
Full disclosure: this is in pre-order and has not been released.
axolotl
Nunquam non paratus
Rihanna: get off my land and find God, farmer tells singer
As a singer who is never knowingly overdressed, Rihanna has no shortage of male fans.
www.telegraph.co.uk
Zeeba Neighba
Staff member
My obligatory annual post about potential Rock and Roll HOF nominees:
www.cnn.com
Judas Priest, Motor Head, NIN, MC5 - depending on who is selected could be a heavy rockin' ceremony
Would like to see T.Rex in, though realize that their quality discography is limited - still Electric Warrior and The Slider are just perfect
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame 2020 nominees are.... | CNN
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame announced their nominees for the 2020 class on Tuesday.
Judas Priest, Motor Head, NIN, MC5 - depending on who is selected could be a heavy rockin' ceremony
Would like to see T.Rex in, though realize that their quality discography is limited - still Electric Warrior and The Slider are just perfect
Ojai Sam
Staff member
Today on the train I was sitting behind a 40ish guy who was grooving to music on earbuds. Suddenly, he started banging on his phone and screaming at it. Looking over his shoulder, I could see his radio app was frozen. His choice of music?
kost1035.iheart.com
Our local “feel good music” station.
KOST 103.5 - LA's Feel Good Station and Home of the Ellen K Morning Show
KOST 103.5 FM - Your Feel Good Station and Home of the Ellen K Morning Show
Our local “feel good music” station.
Unsomnambulist
Staff member
Today on the train I was sitting behind a 40ish guy who was grooving to music on earbuds. Suddenly, he started banging on his phone and screaming at it. Looking over his shoulder, I could see his radio app was frozen. His choice of music?
KOST 103.5 - LA's Feel Good Station and Home of the Ellen K Morning Show
KOST 103.5 FM - Your Feel Good Station and Home of the Ellen K Morning Show
Our local “feel good music” station.
I would prefer KROQ.
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