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Last Updated: 11/16/2009

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Status: Single
City: Glasgow
State: Scotland
Country: UK
Signup Date: 6/22/2006

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Independent.. (2)
Tuesday, May 27, 2008 7:30 AM
I didn't realise how much I was dreading my turn, until I started to
type. Not sure if it is my inability to type or my lack of up to date
"cool music". So I am looking over at my stereo and realising there are
different moods of music lying there but I listen to music mostly on my
mini disc player, which I never want to give up and make way for mp3
players. I spent a small fortune on it a few years back, when I could
have the used the cash in a more sensible way. So it holds a special
place in my "Oh sod it" top 5. Well here goes .

1. Spiritualised-Let it come down. This album is on my mini disc
regularly. It fits into all moods especially, staring at nothing in
particular on the tube. (the clockwork orange, in Glasgow) I love J.
Spaceman's single mindedness to achieve what he wants, the melodies, the euphoria and the big music. Standout track will have to be "I didn't mean to hurt you" Words that I would love to have chosen to say sorry and a massive sound. Great to see live.
 
2. The Last Shadow Puppets - Age of the Understatement. Maybe the only time I have bought a CD single and on hearing it in the shop and asking the assistant "Excuse me, I know that sounds like the young guy from The Arctic Monkeys but It's really good, what is it? Oh I guess you get to certain age and earn an attitude. What a sound. Those strings, the rhythm and great dramatic harmonies.

3. Nick Cave and The Bad Seeds- Dig Lazarus Dig. It took me a while to learn to like Nick Cave. Our friend John McGowan would come to my house with some records and a few beers and try to get these records on my player but it was a Goth free zone I told him. But once I heard "Straight To You" I was a convert and quickly conceded there was genius there. This latest is no exception, full of great music and great stories. Stand out track (at the moment) "Hold on to yourself".

4. Kings Of Leon- Because Of The Times. Have to agree with everything Ronnie said previously. Only acquired the album recently and love the Pixies-like "Charmer". Will stay on top of the stereo for a while yet.

5. Tom Waits- Used Songs. Keith let us know that Tom Waits is playing in Edinburgh in July so bit of excitement in our house as he one of Elaine's real favourites. "Used Songs" is a really good compilation of his material from the 70's. Elaine's standout track is "I never talk to
strangers" a duet with Bette Midler. Has that great feeling of two
drunk lovers having a go. My standout track would be "(Looking for )The Heart Of Saturday Night. This song has been with me and my friends as we grew up and reminds of great nights in John's flat with some beer and great company. Cheers boys.

Thanks for indulging me. I hope you find my mutterings someway
entertaining.
Cheers James.
 
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Independents Uncovered

 
Hi James -

I've been waiting a long time for your post.
 
Posted by Independents Uncovered on Wednesday, May 28, 2008 - 9:45 PM
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The Orchids

 
Thank You For Waiting. I hope you were not disapointed.

Cheers James
 
Posted by The Orchids on Friday, May 30, 2008 - 11:30 AM
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amjad

 
hello! this is your superfan AMJAD from chicago! how are you? actually i'm in NYC waiting for you guys to go onstage. i must admit i'm a bit nervous. i feel the need for group therapy. any pre/after/during (orchids fans unite!) parties? i'd love to meet you guys if only for a bit. i've been meaning to write for a long time hoping to convince you to come to chicago. i'd be your solo marketing dynamo. even have a place for you to crash and could include a hot breakfast. i'm not kidding.
 
Posted by amjad on Friday, June 13, 2008 - 4:38 PM
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The Orchids

 
Sorry for the late reply Amjad.
Thanks for coming along to NYC and I enjoyed meeting you. Thanks for the offer and we will keep it in mind.
thanks once again for travelling all that way.
Cheers James
 
Posted by The Orchids on Sunday, June 29, 2008 - 12:31 PM
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Giselle

 
Hey, I know this guy! Seems to me he was wearing an awesome Orchids t-shirt at the show!

Chicago would be grand, too!!! Frankly, I think you'd all enjoy that town much more than LA, but that's just my opinion.

I have to go hydrate, maybe listen to some of the above music for a bit. Will write to you's later, once my head is finally clear, and tell you again how lovely it was to see you all. :)
 
Posted by Giselle on Tuesday, June 17, 2008 - 10:14 PM
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The Orchids

 
Hi Giselle,
You should be feeling better by now. This is a reflection of how I put things off till tomorrow.
Yeeah, it was great seeing you all.(With Orchids t-shirt or not)..

It has taken us all some time to touch Earth again after the show and meeting so many great
people. But, I believe we are back to normality again.

Hope you gave some of my choices a listen, would be good to hear what you have to say.

Oh, and please remind Logan. For listening on the moon it would be The Lilac Time - "All for Love"

Bye James
 
Posted by The Orchids on Tuesday, July 29, 2008 - 6:16 PM
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