http://homepage.mac.com/jimbovan/iblog/music My comments on Music, Concerts, CDs jim@virtualjimbo.com © Jim Sun, 17 Oct 2004 13:31:37 -0700 Sun, 17 Oct 2004 13:31:52 -0700 iBlog 1.3.9
Duran Duran's first studio album from the original lineup since 1983's 'Seven and the Ragged Tiger'. It entered the UK album charts at #3, their highest charting album since the 1983 album. The first single, Sunrise, entered the UK charts at #5, their highest chart entry since 1985's A View to a Kill (the last single from the original 5). ]]> Fri, 15 Oct 2004 12:05:11 -0700 Fab concert from these Scottish Lads ]]> Tue, 28 Sep 2004 23:32:47 -0700 Rainy Wed with Trevor ]]> Wed, 22 Sep 2004 10:05:39 -0700

I started to talk about this CD several months ago after reading about an upcoming concerts (which I didnt attend). Ever since then I have thought about buying it, but never did. Recently, I started listening to Virgin Radio UK and their current UK single 'Chocolate' has been in heavy rotation. So.... I did the deed and picked it up. On the first few listens, I have to say I am thoroughly enjoying it. Poppy, with a clever use of strings, percussion and layered vocals, this CD is smooth and a pleasure to listen to. Rated 4 stars (review included in body) and I would agree. Great CD from this Scottish band and definately worth a listen. ]]> Mon, 30 Aug 2004 09:57:28 -0700 The new Duran Duran video for Sunrise, is slowly making its way to the airways. Sunrise was filmed by the indie-movie Polish brothers in California, London, Ibiza and Portugal using a variety of formats (digital, traditional, etc), a few video still are shown here. Still waiting for a NA release date. Note Nick performing on his Apple Powerbook (it looks like an ibook in the vid, but i have always known him to be a Powerbook user, so it must be the light).

In other Sunrise news, the single has proven so popular at US radio that Epic records have decided to release it as a CD single at the end of Sept. No single was originally planned for the US. ]]> Sun, 29 Aug 2004 09:31:32 -0700 ]]> Wed, 25 Aug 2004 22:16:06 -0700

The first new single from the original lineup of Duran Duran since A View to a Kill in 1985 is dropped to Canadian radio on Tuesday August 17th and is called Sunrise.

Some of you may recognize this from the Queer Eye for the Straight Guy soundtrack. This version is totally rerecorded with new vocals and more guitar and drums. Produced by Duran Duran and Don Gilmore (Linkin Park, Good Charlotte), the song is catchy, albeit a bit short. Duran's new label, Sony (Epic), is putting a lot of promo behind this one leading up to the release of they album 'Astronaut' out October 12. You can hear the song here (hit the single cover to download). ]]> Fri, 13 Aug 2004 08:34:32 -0700 Third time feels just like the first. ]]> Mon, 31 May 2004 09:59:58 -0700

AMG gives it 4..5 out of 5 stars and all i can say is WOW. Smooth alternative rock/pop here - lyrically stunning with amazing production and lush sounds throughout. The title track is epic and this is my best find so far for 2004. A must buy, you wont regret it.

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Known as a one man british invasion, this CD is full of relaxing jazziness that is perfect for having on in the background or as a backdrop for martinis. The Radiohead cover of High and Dry is great and the title track is well written and smooth. I predict Jamie Callum will be as big in North America as he has been in the UK this past year. ]]> Thu, 27 May 2004 12:26:07 -0700 Tue, 06 Apr 2004 17:04:53 -0700
Well, I bought into all the hype of FF being the next big band to come out of the UK, and picked up the CD, also because I contemplated seeing them play in Vancouver. While interesting and it possibly might grow on me, this is not really my cup of tea, so I ditched both the concert and the CD. ]]> Tue, 23 Mar 2004 22:48:00 -0800
I, like many Im sure, bought this album after a barrage of A&E commercials featuring 'Harder to Breathe' (its no coincidence that the CD has moved up the charts after the commercial's debut). ]]> Tue, 23 Mar 2004 22:46:51 -0800
Hmm, its funny how amazon's 22% off came over with my pic copy. That almost sums up my feelings on the CD. While I have only listened to it a couple times, my first impressions are that, while good, its is lacking the depth and feel of the debut, Simple Things. ]]> Sat, 20 Mar 2004 12:05:40 -0800

Hardly a song on Yoshimi isn't resonated, echoed, and reverberated--floating the listener higher until they have the ultimate bird's-eye view of what makes a great band tick. As with any album by the band, it's hard not to imagine parades and a sky filled with helium balloons while you listen to any of it--in this case, the party is enhanced brilliantly by digital filters and silver shimmering asides.

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