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Theres a David Bowie quote about concept albums which I cant find right now but from memory, he said most albums are concept albums in one way or another.
Because they're usually a collection of songs written by the same people at around the same time, and so the material inevitably reflect whats going on around them or going through their heads at that moment in their lives. You get a thematic concept album almost by default.
What I think happens with DBT is that PH is very shrewd and can analyse what he's doing while he's doing it. So that he's able to identify the themes appearing in their writing and structure a record with those in mind. The last 3 DBT albums have been concept albums to some extent. And all - to my ears anyway - work better for it.
Because they're usually a collection of songs written by the same people at around the same time, and so the material inevitably reflect whats going on around them or going through their heads at that moment in their lives. You get a thematic concept album almost by default.
What I think happens with DBT is that PH is very shrewd and can analyse what he's doing while he's doing it. So that he's able to identify the themes appearing in their writing and structure a record with those in mind. The last 3 DBT albums have been concept albums to some extent. And all - to my ears anyway - work better for it.
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I agree with this - and if not lyrically conceptual, most records do sound musically conceptual. That is to say that the songs will have a similar overall vibe. The better ones will achieve both the musical vibe and the thematic concept. And you're right, PH sure does have a knack for this.305 Engine wrote: ↑Mon May 23, 2022 7:48 amTheres a David Bowie quote about concept albums which I cant find right now but from memory, he said most albums are concept albums in one way or another.
Because they're usually a collection of songs written by the same people at around the same time, and so the material inevitably reflect whats going on around them or going through their heads at that moment in their lives. You get a thematic concept album almost by default.
What I think happens with DBT is that PH is very shrewd and can analyse what he's doing while he's doing it. So that he's able to identify the themes appearing in their writing and structure a record with those in mind. The last 3 DBT albums have been concept albums to some extent. And all - to my ears anyway - work better for it.
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He is and he does. He's also thoughtful and committed to the process of making records. Related to themes/concepts but different, PH is incredibly good at sequencing records in ways that add to and emphasize the themes.
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Anyone else a little bit annoyed that Welcome to Club XIII is the band's 14th album?
No, just me?
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No, just me?
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All true but I didn't say thatbeantownbubba wrote: ↑Mon May 23, 2022 3:36 pmHe is and he does. He's also thoughtful and committed to the process of making records. Related to themes/concepts but different, PH is incredibly good at sequencing records in ways that add to and emphasize the themes.
Also, trust the process
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The irony is palpable! I honestly hadn’t considered the numerical issue previously, but this is a good point, ZC.
Thanks for correcting my word choice, BTB!
Thanks for correcting my word choice, BTB!
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Huh! I know that. Not sure how that happened. Apologies to both you and 305.
Yeah, I'm gonna guess just you but I have to say we've all made less relevant musings from time to time. I like it.
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Speaking of less relevant musings:
In The Driver, the phrase "An epiphany, a moment of clarity" reminds me of the diner scene in Pulp Fiction every time I hear it.
And like the song, there are many instances in Pulp Fiction that would have been completely different if not for the timing of that one little thing---often just the timing of Vincent being in the bathroom----Mia Wallace's overdose, the stickup at the diner, and his own death. And Butch never would have gone back to his apartment where he killed Vincent if his girlfriend would have just remembered to take the watch. And had Jules not had his moment of clarity, Vincent likely wouldn't have been there alone.
In The Driver, the phrase "An epiphany, a moment of clarity" reminds me of the diner scene in Pulp Fiction every time I hear it.
And like the song, there are many instances in Pulp Fiction that would have been completely different if not for the timing of that one little thing---often just the timing of Vincent being in the bathroom----Mia Wallace's overdose, the stickup at the diner, and his own death. And Butch never would have gone back to his apartment where he killed Vincent if his girlfriend would have just remembered to take the watch. And had Jules not had his moment of clarity, Vincent likely wouldn't have been there alone.
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this is the first time I remember being just a week from a new record release with no leak.
Although I’ve considered the possibility that everyone has it but me, lol.
Although I’ve considered the possibility that everyone has it but me, lol.
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This may be old news to those of you on Facebook (I am not), but Bryan just sent me a pic which someone posted of the new album’s credits, and our dear friend Smitty is listed.
I’m simultaneously happy, proud, and sad!
I’m simultaneously happy, proud, and sad!
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I think about him pretty much everyday when a topic comes up that I know he could elaborate on in great detail. The latest was the myth making surrounding the Outlaw Country movement. There was also a CMT special on it but I have no idea if that's still out there anywhere.
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Are we still on DBT12 in terms of iterations of the band? So DBT12 is releasing Welcome to Club XIII, their 14th album?
I’ve never been one of the cool kids with any pre-release stuff so I’m not a good one to say whether there is a leak about.
Anticipation is high for next weekend! DBT does such a good job with the total package, the album art and liner notes which are so much a part of whole experience to me.
Smitty - so many emotions - I hear ya KG, many times I’ve looked back for “what did Smitty think about x” or “I wonder what Smitty thinks about..."
I’ve never been one of the cool kids with any pre-release stuff so I’m not a good one to say whether there is a leak about.
Anticipation is high for next weekend! DBT does such a good job with the total package, the album art and liner notes which are so much a part of whole experience to me.
Smitty - so many emotions - I hear ya KG, many times I’ve looked back for “what did Smitty think about x” or “I wonder what Smitty thinks about..."
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Smitty was unbelievably important to this community. He was a unique observer and a keen devotee of the band's history, not to mention Rock and Roll history in general. I read once that the most important thing we lose when someone passes is a point of view, I can't imagine anyone epitomizing that more than Smitty.Kudzu Guillotine wrote: ↑Fri May 27, 2022 8:02 amI think about him pretty much everyday when a topic comes up that I know he could elaborate on in great detail. The latest was the myth making surrounding the Outlaw Country movement. There was also a CMT special on it but I have no idea if that's still out there anywhere.
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I agree with that completely but would add to it Smitty's enthusiasm for the subject (broadly defined) and his openness/willingness to learn despite his already incredible knowledge, which traits practically jumped off the screen w/ many of Smitty's posts.Tequila Cowboy wrote: ↑Sat May 28, 2022 12:40 pmI read once that the most important thing we lose when someone passes is a point of view, I can't imagine anyone epitomizing that more than Smitty.
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I'm not sure how many incarnations of DBT's there have been at this point but I do know this is the longest lasting. The One of These Days website had a breakdown of all (or at least most) of them. Unfortunately, the return of that website was short-lived. It was a resource I returned to frequently. I'm not sure exactly when Matt joined the band but his first album with them was English Oceans in 2014.litdimly wrote: ↑Sat May 28, 2022 10:12 amAre we still on DBT12 in terms of iterations of the band? So DBT12 is releasing Welcome to Club XIII, their 14th album?
I’ve never been one of the cool kids with any pre-release stuff so I’m not a good one to say whether there is a leak about.
Anticipation is high for next weekend! DBT does such a good job with the total package, the album art and liner notes which are so much a part of whole experience to me.
Smitty - so many emotions - I hear ya KG, many times I’ve looked back for “what did Smitty think about x” or “I wonder what Smitty thinks about..."
The only time I did the pre-release thing, the album was late. I always hear about them being late most every time with everyone else so I've never bothered with them. As for leaks, I rarely, if ever hear about them anymore. Not saying they aren't out there, I just don't recall the last time I heard about one. Since I no longer live in close proximity to a record store I do wonder where I'll find the new DBT's album. I know in the past that Best Buy used to carry them but I'm not sure about now as some big boxes have phased CD's out all together. If I'm unable to find it locally I guess I'll order it online. I'd love to own it on vinyl but that is not an option for me at the moment.
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Matt’s first show was in March 2012. I think in Denver. We were at the Nashville shows 2/9 & 2/10 and Matt was there working out sings at soundcheck but Barbe played the show. We first caught word of him joining the band at Homecoming in January.
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Absolutely.beantownbubba wrote: ↑Sat May 28, 2022 1:06 pmI agree with that completely but would add to it Smitty's enthusiasm for the subject (broadly defined) and his openness/willingness to learn despite his already incredible knowledge, which traits practically jumped off the screen w/ many of Smitty's posts.Tequila Cowboy wrote: ↑Sat May 28, 2022 12:40 pmI read once that the most important thing we lose when someone passes is a point of view, I can't imagine anyone epitomizing that more than Smitty.
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I remember hearing the word from you at HC that year (even think it was at Clocked) and I had no idea who he, nor the Dexateens, was. That changed fast.Tequila Cowboy wrote: ↑Sat May 28, 2022 7:28 pmMatt’s first show was in March 2012. I think in Denver. We were at the Nashville shows 2/9 & 2/10 and Matt was there working out sings at soundcheck but Barbe played the show. We first caught word of him joining the band at Homecoming in January.
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Listening to The Driver this morning, and these lyrics jumped out at me:
While they (obviously) work in the literal sense, prefacing the "Honda full of girls go airborne into the trees", they also work metaphorically...And when you’re changing lanes and passing on the right
Check your blind spot and signal your intents
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Wise words from wise men (Phil and Patterson). I honestly think much of the song could be construed as an early-life/mid-life comparison/metaphor!
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Two things:
1) Let’s change “to” in the title of this thread to “2” since it was the 80s, after all.
2) I choose to believe that the angels in the trees on A&F probably sound a lot like Schaefer Llana’s vox on “The Driver,” and think the song actually has a lot of thematic resonance with parts of Act II of SRO (say, from “Plastic Flowers” on).
1) Let’s change “to” in the title of this thread to “2” since it was the 80s, after all.
2) I choose to believe that the angels in the trees on A&F probably sound a lot like Schaefer Llana’s vox on “The Driver,” and think the song actually has a lot of thematic resonance with parts of Act II of SRO (say, from “Plastic Flowers” on).
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Yes, but I'd add "Days of Graduation."Mundane Mayhem wrote: ↑Tue May 31, 2022 3:05 amI choose to believe that the angels in the trees on A&F probably sound a lot like Schaefer Llana’s vox on “The Driver,” and think the song actually has a lot of thematic resonance with parts of Act II of SRO (say, from “Plastic Flowers” on).
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This is such a good point, MM! The two songs (actually three—Plastic Flowers, The Driver, and Days of Graduation) would work so well together in concert! I think The Driver’s musical style is different than much of SRO, but lyrically it could fit as a part of that album!Mundane Mayhem wrote: ↑Tue May 31, 2022 3:05 am
2) I choose to believe that the angels in the trees on A&F probably sound a lot like Schaefer Llana’s vox on “The Driver,” and think the song actually has a lot of thematic resonance with parts of Act II of SRO (say, from “Plastic Flowers” on).
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Lyrically, much in common with SRO.Beaverdam wrote: ↑Tue May 31, 2022 10:50 amThis is such a good point, MM! The two songs would work so well together in concert! I think The Driver’s musical style is different than much of SRO, but lyrically it could fit as a part of that album!Mundane Mayhem wrote: ↑Tue May 31, 2022 3:05 am
2) I choose to believe that the angels in the trees on A&F probably sound a lot like Schaefer Llana’s vox on “The Driver,” and think the song actually has a lot of thematic resonance with parts of Act II of SRO (say, from “Plastic Flowers” on).
Sonically, very similar to much of Murdering Oscar.
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I've avoided listening to any studio versions of the songs yet because I'm weird like that, but damn that makes me excited.cortez the killer wrote: ↑Tue May 31, 2022 11:18 pmLyrically, much in common with SRO.Beaverdam wrote: ↑Tue May 31, 2022 10:50 amThis is such a good point, MM! The two songs would work so well together in concert! I think The Driver’s musical style is different than much of SRO, but lyrically it could fit as a part of that album!Mundane Mayhem wrote: ↑Tue May 31, 2022 3:05 am
2) I choose to believe that the angels in the trees on A&F probably sound a lot like Schaefer Llana’s vox on “The Driver,” and think the song actually has a lot of thematic resonance with parts of Act II of SRO (say, from “Plastic Flowers” on).
Sonically, very similar to much of Murdering Oscar.
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Just to be clear, I'm only referring to the song "The Driver." That song alone has me fired up to hear W2CXIII.brettac1 wrote: ↑Wed Jun 01, 2022 10:48 amI've avoided listening to any studio versions of the songs yet because I'm weird like that, but damn that makes me excited.cortez the killer wrote: ↑Tue May 31, 2022 11:18 pmLyrically, much in common with SRO.
Sonically, very similar to much of Murdering Oscar.
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Yes, understood. I really love Murdering Oscar so seeing that thrown around elevates my excitement level.cortez the killer wrote: ↑Wed Jun 01, 2022 11:20 amJust to be clear, I'm only referring to the song "The Driver." That song alone has me fired up to hear W2CXIII.brettac1 wrote: ↑Wed Jun 01, 2022 10:48 amI've avoided listening to any studio versions of the songs yet because I'm weird like that, but damn that makes me excited.cortez the killer wrote: ↑Tue May 31, 2022 11:18 pm
Lyrically, much in common with SRO.
Sonically, very similar to much of Murdering Oscar.
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I admire your restraint.
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I've listened to the first two singles, but I have avoided all the live versionsbrettac1 wrote: ↑Wed Jun 01, 2022 10:48 amI've avoided listening to any studio versions of the songs yet because I'm weird like that, but damn that makes me excited.cortez the killer wrote: ↑Tue May 31, 2022 11:18 pmLyrically, much in common with SRO.
Sonically, very similar to much of Murdering Oscar.
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