On Jan 9, 10:40=A0am, Ethan Mitch <etopi...@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
> wrote:
> That's awesome! I'm a 16 year old kid, who stumbled on the Band
> unknowingly.
>
> When I first heard the pained vocals of Richard in "Tears of Rage",
> about a year ago, it made me enthralled with everything going on
> musically and lyrically. I quickly purchased "The Band" and played the
> two albums to death. Everything about the Band was beautiful! Robbie's
> lyrics, Bob's lyrics, Manuel's lyrics, Danko's angelic voice (my
> favorite in music history), Richard's soulful careening range and
> Levon's gruff but distinct Arkansas howl.
>
> I was hesitant to buy "Stage Fright" with critics telling of its many
> weaknesses. When I did buy it, I realized the overextended criticisms
> of the piece, and figured that all of the reviews were unfair. The
> only album I did avoid was "Cahoots," which I purchased about a week
> ago, and realized the understated brilliance of the album!
>
> "The Last Waltz" is the best concert film I own, and even if Robbie's
> an ass, The Band is the Best!
>
> Cheers!
> Ethan
Hi Ethan
Am so glad you found The Band.... I would urge you to also listen to
Rock of Ages, their live concert from the early 70s - the latest
release has a number of bonus tracks particularly those that Bob Dylan
played with them not previously available. Also Before The Flood is
the live album of the combined Dylan and The Band concert in 1974.
Also presume you have found The Band's website which is maintained by
a dedicated fan somewhere in Scandanavia - it is very helpful if you
want info: http://theband.hiof.no/
There is not much DVD footage -
but as listed on the website Classic Albums - The Band and The
Authorised Biography are good. And if you're into reading Barney
Hoskyns wrote a great bio Across The Great Divide.
Happy listening friend....
Annie
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