MAK's most recent show

[Globaltruth]

Welcome back MAK - did anyone else listen?

At first I thought she was doing a reggae/dub/fusion show (and who could complain about that?), but then, after a passing plug for Chango, there was a lovely chunk of Tsugaru-Shamisen. As ever I would have liked more info on the history and traditions of this instrument - on the other hand that might have meant less actual music.

A picture of the musicians from the Wo3 page
http://wwwimg.bbc.co.uk/programmes/i/512xn/fa8e17757a71315049880018665ad1f5fdfd67c9.jpg

Think I'm going to be listening to this show more than once...



(young Mr. Reynolds will be v.excited when he hears who the parents of Hollie Cook are...)

[french frank]

I see the thread title has been edited - it had me wondering :winkeye:

[ostuni]

I see the thread title has been edited - it had me wondering :winkeye:
It still had me confused: I was expecting something on Musica Antiqua Köln. Maybe I should pay more attention to which forum the thread's been posted in...

[Globaltruth]

Faithful readers, I thank you for your diligence and apologise for any confusion.

This TLA does not refer to the Kurdish word for mother, the North Frisian word for kiss, Slovenian for poppy, or an old German work for a mark

Instead it refers to the inimitable Mary-Ann Kennedy, (http://www.maryannkennedy.co.uk/)

[french frank]

MAK was fine - it was the suggestion that she was departing from Wo3 that struck me :smiley:

[Globaltruth]

MAK was fine - it was the suggestion that she was departing from Wo3 that struck me :smiley:

yep - just exercising my moderator powers on myself, something I should probably do more in real life come to think of it.

I'm wondering if anyone else actually listened to the show, which was a treat after what seems like weeks of Lopa's curious mixes.

[johncorrigan]

I'm wondering if anyone else actually listened to the show, which was a treat after what seems like weeks of Lopa's curious mixes.

I'm catching up with a few shows - too much work lately! The Japanese session was both timely and beautiful. Fabulous musicians - and it was good to hear that Mary Ann was able to give us an update on them following the Tsunami. I agree that it was great to hear after last week's Lopa show, which was very strange indeed. In particular, Lopa played a series of Bangladeshi tunes which I found completely out of place and pretty unlistenable.:erm:

[Globaltruth]

for the other listener, just in case you tried to find out what the first track MAK played actually was, but gave up at yet another whacky playlist listing...

It was Eric Agyeman.

Or perhaps, like Eric
'You don't care' ?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AUoDdo0fxWI

The double CD it's from is also worth investigating...here's a great review, unfortunately the author is Anon...
http://www.demonmusicgroup.co.uk/images/product/NASCP001_CD_M_F.jpg


80s World Music Classics
“When The World Was Young” released on Nascente (http://www.demonmusicgroup.co.uk/Product.aspx?ProductID=5461)

Features Orchestra Baobab, Bhundu Boys, Ofra Haza, Le Mystere Des Voix Bulgares, Gilberto Gil, Khaled, Tenor Saw, Salif Keita, Youssou N'Dour, Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan & many more.

2CD set of seminal world music tracks from the decade when ‘world’ music was born featuring full-length original versions of classic tunes.


These were the radio, press & club best-sellers that defined world music in the 1980s and have been selected by 12 of the DJs, journalists & promoters who shaped the world music scene in the UK at the time such as Charlie Gillett, Ben Mandelson, Ian Anderson, Jumbo Vanrenen, Iain Scott & others.


On the one hand the 1980s gave us Sloane Rangers and loadsamoney City boys resplendent in extravagant red braces indulging in the relatively new wine bar culture. On the other hand they were hard times for many with the country under heavy Thatcherite manners: teenagers sleeping on the streets, the notorious ‘sus’ laws, nationwide uprisings, police/youth confrontation, the National Front, Rock Against Rascism and the epoch-defining miners’ strike. But hard times can be productive times: pirate radio stations sprung up everywhere as an antidote to syndrums, poodle rock bands and Eurovision contest winners. People were also travelling much further afield than Benidorm, and in ever greater numbers, with many experiencing Africa and Latin America, maybe on gap years or working for VSO, and returning with more exotic tastes.

Until Thatcher abolished it in 1986 the GLC tried to reflect multicultural London, in part, by bringing in bands from around the world who, once in the country, toured its length and breadth calling in on regional arts centres and Town Halls. There was huge excitement in discovering the sounds of the cuica, berimbau and the kora; how to move to the clave rhythm as well and finding new uses for your hips.

John Peel played music from the Congo on the BBC, and Charlie Gillett featured music from farther and wider on Capital Radio, Manchester’s legendary Factory Records released Algerian raï music on a single (Sahraoui & Fadela’s “N’Sel Fik”, included here), uber-hip 4AD released the female Bulgarian orchestra: Le Mystere Des Voix Bulgares (also included) and Israel’s Ofra Haza had a pop hit with Im Nin'Alu (yep, also included) after Coldcut sampled it for their remix of Eric B. and Rakim’s “Paid in Full”.

The term ‘World Music’ was agreed upon in 1987, Channel 4 were broadcasting “Big World Café” and I started the Mambo Inn, along with Sue Steward and Max Reinhardt, a superclub in all the best senses of the word following in the wake of sessions and venues like Sol Y Sombra, Gold Coast, A Night in Havana and the Bass Clef.

Imagine a time “When The World Was Young”. Not the easiest thing to do in the present era of vocodered so-called r&b, recidivist rock and generic pre-pubescent pap (and how could we forget Simon Cowell and all his doings?) - although with the likes of Manu Chao, Amadou and Mariam, Tinariwen and the African Express phenomenon being exposed to ever larger audiences the pioneering passions of the 80s bore tangible fruit. 80s World Music Classics: So rich, varied and still downright essential.

Contributors: Charlie Gillett (A Foreign Affair/ Sound of the World) // Ben Mandelson (GlobeStyle Records) // Ian Anderson (fRoots) // Iain Scott (Triple Earth) // Jumbo Vanrenen (Virgin/ Earthworks / Mango/ Island) // Simon Broughton (Rough Guide to World Music, Songlines) // John Armstrong (Bass Clef Club, Kilombo/Viva Latino) // Max Reinhardt (Mambo Inn/ Straight No Chaser/ Late Junction) // Gerry Lyseight (Mambo Inn/ Straight No Chaser/BBC London’s Planet Mambo) // Sue Steward (Mambo Inn/ Straight No Chaser) // Jo Hagan (Gold Coast Club) // Nigel Williamson (Songlines)


“This compilation began to take shape during a meeting in Charlie Gillett’s record–lined basement back in 2007, when, with typical enthusiasm, he began pulling out records from the period and offering a fascinating and impromptu guide to the birth of what we now know as 'world music'. Several of the tracks here were recommended for inclusion by Charlie on that day, and When The World Was Young is respectfully dedicated to his memory.” Nigel Williamson

[johncorrigan]

I certainly hadn't tuned in to hear an essay aboutinternet but that's what I got for a few minutes and then that rather strange start - but I did get Eric and very fine it was and I thought sounded a record worth a look at - tell you what Global, it's not overly costly.
What I didn't get was Taraf de Haïdouks & Koani Orkestar doing Jarretelle which I would have fancied hearing.

[Globaltruth]

I certainly hadn't tuned in to hear an essay aboutinternet but that's what I got for a few minutes and then that rather strange start - but I did get Eric and very fine it was and I thought sounded a record worth a look at - tell you what Global, it's not overly costly.
What I didn't get was Taraf de Haïdouks & Koani Orkestar doing Jarretelle which I would have fancied hearing.

Taraf wasn'y on oor version either...agree, that was an appetising prospect.

the CD's are defo cheap - I guess the thinking may be that the contents are a bit like those Now that what I call music (http://www.amazon.co.uk/Now-Thats-What-Call-Music/dp/B00002MFCV) type things...except in this case worth listening to.

Overall though not one of MAK's finest shows. ho hum

[johncorrigan]

Certainly not a patch on the previous - I ended up listening to the last week's Japanese session three times - quality!:smiley:

[Globaltruth]

Not listened to all of MAK's show but ...

Track 1 Attwenger — Orkan...thought they were 17 Hippies.
and then
Track 4 The Two Man Gentlemen Band — Me I Get High On Reefer I thought was an early recording of Dan Hicks (and his Hot Licks)...


Alasdair Fraser & Natalie Haas provided a classy session, they've both crossed over from their respective areas (trad. Celtic & classical cello) and met mellifluously in the middle.

Bravo. more later maybe.

Has the other listener any comments?

[Paul Sherratt]

Well Globalperson I heard some pleasant stuff* while slipping in and out of conciousness ... better not do that tonight though when we're westward bound.
This worldly stuff. Better late than never I suppose ?


* I think it was the session guests

[Lateralthinking1]

Where is JC?

[Globaltruth]

Where is JC?

Which one? The man from Nazareth or Corrigan J?
Julius Caesar or, perhaps, John Cheese?

Not sure of any of their whereabouts...

[Lateralthinking1]

Jiminy Cricket.

http://www.durangobill.com/JiminyCricket.gif

All is very quiet on Spotty sadly. Are you back from the Breconish Beaconites yet?

[Lateralthinking1]

....Just been looking at the Croydon Guardian to see whether any decent bands are playing. Apparently, Wally Watthead and His Lost Glow are here shortly:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LLPRVDhFTKo

[johncorrigan]

Where is JC?
Hey Lat, as you may recall I told you I was away practising my golf swing courtesy of sagely Frank Dollinger out on the west coast of Iona - other than that I listened to the birds and the waves and to the cries of delight from my daughter jumping into the Atlantic with some pals - not me - I'll wait for more summerish breezes - and I read 'Dylan on Dylan' a compilation of a bunch of interviews he gave down the years - pretty excellent I have to say - so funny - you'll know some from elsewhere, but his ability to be different elements of himself and to make you laugh is wonderful.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XVPdT5ib7F4

[Globaltruth]

Welcome back JC -

But really I just wanted to post a note of congrats to the sound engineer(s) for that recent session on MAK's show. A few weeks ago I was at a music performance where the sound people failed abysmally to mike the cello properly - they are apparently tricky to get right, especially when combined with acoustic guitar as opposed to other more traditional instruments. To the extent that the sound man that night went on stage and apologised, after we all had suffered along with the brave young cellist who had been invoking unwanted feedback on the high notes, loss of volume on the low notes, and other disasters in between.

The Wo3 boys did an excellent job, which we invariably take for granted...

[Lateralthinking1]

Yes, welcome back John. You have been missed. The scene you describe sounds idyllic and it puts the Masters in perspective, good as that is too. Frank Drollinger is the business. You might want to buy his "Free-Release Methode - Das Golf Hörbuch" cd -

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Free-Release-Methode-Das-Golf-H%C3%B6rbuch/dp/B001PDEFOS

He is now a golf medical coach and I have dug out some tips for you from his Twitter page -

Golf Rules: Simulation: if the MD find out that using traditional Golf Shoes injure Golfers are they confirm with the ruels, spirit of the game

Golf Injuries: the 80 year old basic swing model is not physiologic-the Free-Release-Swing is nearly 100% free of resitance, torque + stress

Golf Biomechanic Pro: 99% Golfers has passive leg work...so they are armswingers...this is easy to measure...use the Golf Power Trainer

Golf Medical Coach.John Daily back problems, Vijey Singh neck, the winner of the PGA Champion.knee problems, the second knee.. open your eys

Golf Medical vibrations, wrist, ellbow and shoulder problems. important: impact angle.if the core is hypermobil no chance.F-R-M fix the core

Golf Health: our research says.supination at the tends of the ankles are microinjuries... we recommend to use the Turning Shoe - he is ethic

GolfBiomechanics...Vijey says he loose his feel on the green...wrong his Greens in Regualtion Quality is too poor..i recommend Free Release

If you follow his advice, it will be albatross after albatross.

[johncorrigan]

Yes, welcome back John. You have been missed. The scene you describe sounds idyllic and it puts the Masters in perspective, good as that is too. Frank Drollinger is the business. You might want to buy his "Free-Release Methode - Das Golf Hörbuch" cd -

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Free-Release-Methode-Das-Golf-H%C3%B6rbuch/dp/B001PDEFOS

He is now a golf medical coach and I have dug out some tips for you from his Twitter page -

Golf Rules: Simulation: if the MD find out that using traditional Golf Shoes injure Golfers are they confirm with the ruels, spirit of the game

Golf Injuries: the 80 year old basic swing model is not physiologic-the Free-Release-Swing is nearly 100% free of resitance, torque + stress

Golf Biomechanic Pro: 99% Golfers has passive leg work...so they are armswingers...this is easy to measure...use the Golf Power Trainer

Golf Medical Coach.John Daily back problems, Vijey Singh neck, the winner of the PGA Champion.knee problems, the second knee.. open your eys

Golf Medical vibrations, wrist, ellbow and shoulder problems. important: impact angle.if the core is hypermobil no chance.F-R-M fix the core

Golf Health: our research says.supination at the tends of the ankles are microinjuries... we recommend to use the Turning Shoe - he is ethic

GolfBiomechanics...Vijey says he loose his feel on the green...wrong his Greens in Regualtion Quality is too poor..i recommend Free Release

If you follow his advice, it will be albatross after albatross.

Seems like it was an Albert Ross round Vijay's neck from the looks of things Lat - yep we had a fine time - 18 holes and not a golfer in sight - heaven!:winkeye:

This is the view from the fourth tee, though you hit in the other direction - well sometimes - when you're following Frank's guidelines.:whistle:
http://www.iona-bed-breakfast-mull.com/beaches_mull_iona/iona-the-bay-at-the-back-of.jpg

[Globaltruth]

I agree with Winston Churchill on this particular sport (check out the title of the video clip), this is an acceptable variation


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-9fvLaX9JxU

can we get back to the music yet?

Maybe with some swing club? (spotify:track:7EapdfOcnbhvY8S1CfxiNE) :laugh:

[johncorrigan]

can we get back to the music yet?

Maybe with some swing club? (spotify:track:7EapdfOcnbhvY8S1CfxiNE) :laugh:
Music and Gowf - ne'er the Twain shall meet!:winkeye:
http://rlv.zcache.com/golf_is_a_good_walk_spoiled_tshirt-p2358338103675307654ho4_400.jpg

[johncorrigan]

Not listened to all of MAK's show but ...

Track 1 Attwenger — Orkan...thought they were 17 Hippies.
and then
Track 4 The Two Man Gentlemen Band — Me I Get High On Reefer I thought was an early recording of Dan Hicks (and his Hot Licks)...


Alasdair Fraser & Natalie Haas provided a classy session, they've both crossed over from their respective areas (trad. Celtic & classical cello) and met mellifluously in the middle.

Bravo. more later maybe.

Has the other listener any comments?
I really enjoyed the Fraser Haas music G - the cello was terrific - beautifully atmospheric. I had a record by Alisdair Fraser called Skyedance - sometimes it's a bit floatie, but I keep going back for another listen. Great to drag out when travelling through the hills on Mull especially on a good misty day.

Really enjoyed the Talvin Singh track too and the Wailin' Jennies that proceeded it... and the two man gentlemen as well. Mary Ann was in fine form I thought.

Anyway I see the Fraser/Haas record is on spootnik.
http://open.spotify.com/album/5poMRUjLQ6Bto2S0rdruhX

[Globaltruth]

I really enjoyed the Fraser Haas music G - the cello was terrific - beautifully atmospheric. I had a record by Alisdair Fraser called Skyedance - sometimes it's a bit floatie, but I keep going back for another listen. Great to drag out when travelling through the hills on Mull especially on a good misty day.

Really enjoyed the Talvin Singh track too and the Wailin' Jennies that proceeded it... and the two man gentlemen as well. Mary Ann was in fine form I thought.

Anyway I see the Fraser/Haas record is on spootnik.
http://open.spotify.com/album/5poMRUjLQ6Bto2S0rdruhX

Well spooted JC.

[Lateralthinking1]

After a lengthy sabbatical, I have finally caught up a bit with the music. I enjoyed last Friday's programme. A very nice interview and session with Emmylou Harris - life affirming I thought - and I was particularly struck by "The Road" about the late, great, Gram Parsons. The album is getting mixed reviews - dire in the Independent but then the review itself seemed chucked together, much better in the Telegraph which identifies its strengths but laments its AOR production sheen. A name check there for Rick Rubin - is it time, they ask, for her to bring him in? Yes, at 64, her voice is still terrific and it is surely a cd waiting to happen.

In the other parts of the programme, one of my favourite tracks was "Adieu Lovely Nancy" by Pilgrim’s Way. Sure, I was reminded of Global's comment about that strange folk singer's voice many of them have, but I have a slightly different take on it. Imagine how much better England would sound if everyone - and I do mean everyone - spoke in that way. Tarantulae offered a glimpse into the future Womad - they sounded OK enough, a familiar person soon to be back on the wireless turned up (again) on "Peaceful Waters" by the Yirdbards, Donso did something quite fascinating between broken beats and Bambara (put that down to Krazy Baldhead), and there was the tremendous if atypical "Chorfa" from Orchestra National de Barbès. Overall, eight out of ten.

[johncorrigan]

Lat I think Max played Pilgrim's Way by Pilgrim's Way this week on one of his shows and I really enjoyed it.

[Globaltruth]

...actually there was a lot more than just E. Carthy on MAK's show - she also managed to slip in Tony Allen, a track demonstrating the surprising combination of Lee Scratch P. and Ejigayehu Shibabaw [aka Gigi], and Serge Gainsbourg.

From my pov the jury is still out on 'Neptune', although I do like that poignant (completely non-mawkish) track 'Thursday'....

There are still 3 days left to listen to one of MAK's best.



(although I do wish people would drop the tired old 'folk royalty' tag for them there Watersons.)

[Paul Sherratt]

I nodded off again - too much good-timing in Firle and you can't have the sound up
too loud in the bedroom of an old inn ! Must try to catch up though. I really like MAK -
particularly the understated attitude she puts in her Wo3 broadcasts. Well I know what
I mean !

http://media4.ct.yelpcdn.com/bphoto/nym2BiZf-rJv3ha9gLSARw/m

[Lateralthinking1]

"Some of the rural bohemian sorts who populate this corner of East Sussex are none too pleased that The Ram Inn, previously a ramshackle, kooky watering hole, has tidied up both its act and its orchard."

"Full of farmers’ faces and elderly men with sticks, laughter breaking in waves".

"Pan Fried Fillet of Local Brill, Chorizo and Gremolata Tagliatelle £14.75".

[Lateralthinking1]

It looks very nice actually.....I see it has got Harveys. Did you get to the Lewes Arms? I signed the petition to keep it there and to stop them replacing it with Greene King IPA.

[johncorrigan]

I nodded off again - too much good-timing in Firle and you can't have the sound up
too loud in the bedroom of an old inn ! Must try to catch up though. I really like MAK -
particularly the understated attitude she puts in her Wo3 broadcasts. Well I know what
I mean !

http://media4.ct.yelpcdn.com/bphoto/nym2BiZf-rJv3ha9gLSARw/m
I think she's improving all the time as a broadcaster, Paul. Have a look at the first hour of her Radio Scotty show, a Bob Dylan spesh but concentrating a good bit on Victor Jara, and finishing the first half with a very fine Mahotella Queens version of I Shall Be Released - really enjoyed the journey in the car - didn't manage the second half though it looked good - I was just wanting to hear more Bob from the Septuagenarian Bobfest that was last eve's Gideon show.:cool2:

[Paul Sherratt]

Hi Lat,

Didn't get to Lewes or anywhere in fact ( 'cept for a quick trip to Brighton Museum to see the Vanessa Bell & Duncan Grant exhibition ) We were down for the Charleston Festival and were booked for a number of events **

Minutes from Charleston, The Ram Inn was a perfect place for us - and others seem to like it too*. I was surprised we were able to get a room at the inn ...

* http://www.raminn.co.uk/reviews/

** The star of the weekend for me was the astonishing Sue MacGregor who masterfully controlled both a truly dodgy PA and a gale blown tent at the same time chairing a discussion with the excellent P D James. It was as if she faced these things every day. Up there with watching Pery Ribeiro caressing a microphone it was !

[johncorrigan]

Minutes from Charleston, The Ram Inn was a perfect place for us - and others seem to like it too*. I was surprised we were able to get a room at the inn ...

* http://www.raminn.co.uk/reviews/

ev
Looks nice Paul though I think I'd avoid 'Dinner by the dart board' :yikes: - do you reckon that's the Ram Inn's equivalent of a reduced price for the seat behind the pillar?:ale:

[Paul Sherratt]

>>reduced price for the seat behind the pillar? :smiley:

I couldn't say if that dart board actually saw any regular action ! But it is a cracking inn. Just four rooms
which will probably be taken by Glyndebourne-goers for the next ten weeks.

I think we'll be booking for next year next week !


PS
Did you know that Sue MacGregor and Leonard Rossiter were once an item ?

[Lateralthinking1]

Yes, I did know that. Very weird.

I will need to check out that version of "I Shall Be Released". Someone once did me a tape of eight versions of that song - mainly Bob - and that wasn't on it.

[Globaltruth]

I enjoyed MAK's recent show - in particular, Belshazzar's Feast have retained their freshness and verve whilst sitll being v. accomplished. I'm not always a push over for this kind of music, but I do think it is one of MAK's strengths to be able to find these kind of groups worth listening to. Hey forgot to say - they were funny. I think this is oftimes called 'entertainment'.

Meshiya Lake & Little Esther - now they were a bit of a surprise; not a side of MAK's musical tastes we often see, but provided a definite contrast to the foregoing BF tracks, as well as an interesting comparison with each other. Little Esther was 17 when she recorded that track which is simply astonishing. And, hey Paul, could Gasandji be one of those pearls? Surely worth listening to in session...?

Marks out of 10? A healthy 7.

[johncorrigan]

Yeah I thought Belshazzar's Feast were good and funny too especially One Cold Morning in December which was great - it had me thinking of a totally different song that Kate Rusby sang on Kershaw once which was about the wife putting money away every time they had sex to buy a pub (am I making that up?) :erm: - was the pub called the Dog and Duck? :erm:- anyway I liked that Little Esther track too.

[Paul Sherratt]

>>could Gasandji be one of those pearls

Dunno.
Is she the love child of Sade and Véronique Sanson ?
No, that doesn't seem likely.
Tell you what though GT, I'd have liked to have been at that session.
And the Belshazzar Boys were great guests.
They're playing Penzance FC during WOMAD.
Now how lucky is that ...



PS
Has anybody seen my Esther Philips LP ?

[johncorrigan]

It's just where you left it Paul.

Mary Ann presented a rather excellent guest in the last half hour tonight talking about the hammer dulcimer on Radio Scot-u-like.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b011tscw
She was also punting this - bit late but here's the link - I'd like to see the refugee Allstars among others.
http://www.africaoye.com/

[Paul Sherratt]

?
http://www.cloudvalley.com/P8180018arforweb.jpg

Possible caption competition ...

The Oye - haven't been to the delightfully disorganised do for some years.
May possibly go this year depending on circumstances - looks like they need some donations.


PS
I looked there !

[johncorrigan]

?
http://www.cloudvalley.com/P8180018arforweb.jpg

Possible caption competition ...

Is Dulcimer A saying to Dulcimer B ' I feel like gettin' hammered tonight!'

[Lateralthinking1]

http://www.cloudvalley.com/P8180018arforweb.jpg

"Blimey it's dark playing here in Lanarkshire - anyone might think there was a lunar eclipse!"

[Globaltruth]

talking of which tonight we have the red moon (@ 23.43)

http://www.greenmuze.com/images/stories/photos/nature/skies/ski211/blood_red_moon.jpg

cue for a song? Not by Creedence Clearwater though eh...

[johncorrigan]

.....nor the Neville Brothers - they've got one of those too.

[Paul Sherratt]

>>they've got one of those too.

It's yellow and still rather wonderful :
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O87iUDZGDKs

Features the great John Hiatt.

[johncorrigan]

>>they've got one of those too.

It's yellow and still rather wonderful :
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O87iUDZGDKs

Features the great John Hiatt.
....love it Paul!:smiley: ...but the red one is eclipsed by our cloudy evening!:sadface:

[johncorrigan]

I loved this double bill from MA's Friday show - two bits of terrific Scandanavian folk, I thought.
Markku Lepisto, Pekka Lehti (bass) — Myrskylintu (The Arctic Fulmar)
fribo — The Night We Drank the Puirt

The Spaniels who went before were pretty excellent too.

[Globaltruth]

I loved this double bill from MA's Friday show - two bits of terrific Scandanavian folk, I thought.
Markku Lepisto, Pekka Lehti (bass) — Myrskylintu (The Arctic Fulmar)
fribo — The Night We Drank the Puirt

The Spaniels who went before were pretty excellent too.

I enjoyed that fribo track too. The whole show to me was quintessentially MAK...pretty damn fine.

[johncorrigan]

I enjoyed that fribo track too. The whole show to me was quintessentially MAK...pretty damn fine.
There was an air of melancholy through a lot of the show, I thought which was emphasised by Gasandji in that unenviable position of being interviewed without an interviewer. Mind you I loved the Brazilian piece (not a bit pensive) - must go buy Songlines - and it was great to hear the Kate Rusby track and the Battlefield Band and the Stewart/Bourgault track - great show.

[Globaltruth]

There was an air of melancholy through a lot of the show, .

I love a bit of melancholy I do :biggrin::biggrin:

You're right JC - well spotted; in fact there's been a bit of melancholy around lately - maybe we'll have to start a relentlessly upbeat WM thread to cheer everyone up.:cool2:

[Paul Sherratt]

Here's a samba pie dish for both friends here and forum-gazing geezers everywhere, who must have loved these young lads during MAK's grand show on the 18th June.

http://www.sambachuladesaobraz.com/en/musica.php

[johncorrigan]

Here's a samba pie dish for both friends here and forum gazers everywhere, who must have loved these young lads during MAK's grand show on the 18th June.

http://www.sambachuladesaobraz.com/en/musica.php
Thanks Paul - it was that first track that had me rushing out next day to get the 'free' CDs on Songlines - it's kinda life affirming somehow and in a good way.:smiley:

[Paul Sherratt]

>>life affirming

Indeed, John.

And all shows should have one.

At least.

[Globaltruth]

Review in 140 characters or less...

Friday's show was another pretty good one, only slightly marred by the over long interviews.

[johncorrigan]

Review in 140 characters or less...

Friday's show was another pretty good one, only slightly marred by the over long interviews.
Heaven was brilliant - I'd go see Ebo at WOMAD, if I wasn't Iona bound.:biggrin:
Mamadou was glorious - how does that Diabate family do it?:whistle:
Loved Meshiya Lake's take on Bessie.:cool2:
Brian Finnegan - choice cut!:smiley:
Still got last half hour of the show to go.:doh:
Guests - a bit worthy:yawn: - not bad but I prefer this version of 'Old Paint'.
http://open.spotify.com/track/1l3rx6dpXPMWt911UUEEqw
Sorry Global haven't got the characteristic discipline to handle 140.:devil:

[Globaltruth]

Heaven was brilliant - I'd go see Ebo at WOMAD, if I wasn't Iona bound.:biggrin:
Mamadou was glorious - how does that Diabate family do it?:whistle:
Loved Meshiya Lake's take on Bessie.:cool2:
Brian Finnegan - choice cut!:smiley:
Still got last half hour of the show to go.:doh:
Guests - a bit worthy:yawn: - not bad but I prefer this version of 'Old Paint'.
http://open.spotify.com/track/1l3rx6dpXPMWt911UUEEqw
Sorry Global haven't got the characteristic discipline to handle 140.:devil:

No probs, glad to have flushed a more thoughtful review than mine out...with which I agree. 'worthy' is spot on.
Can never have too much Diabate on national radio. If only Rajar W read this thread...
By the way I nominate Verity for the missing Wo3 presenter job.

[johncorrigan]

Great to hear the shark callers last night with Mary Ann - I thought they looked a bit lost in the vast space of the RAH during the Human Planet Prom, but in the WO3 studio last night they sounded completely at home - a bit like they sounded when Andy was talking to them for Music Planet......another short programme mind you, but she had a fine entrance in with no voices for the first three tracks until Bara Grimsdottir, a voice well worth waiting for.

[johncorrigan]

....and another fine track by Mamani Keita too.......and good to hear a successful and very fine suggestion to MAK from a certain Mr Sherratt. :smiley:
Really a very fine show, if a bit short.

[Paul Sherratt]

I hadn't actually heard that track before, john. I just spotted a revival of Lazy's album by those good Ace people and asked them to send a
copy to a remote post code in Scotland ! I've done the same with good ol' cross-dressing soul man, Bobby Marchan. It'd be excellent to hear a top version of
' What Can I Do ' filtering across the airwaves ...





Bobby
http://www.queermusicheritage.us/DRAG/Marchan-Bobby/BobbyMarchan02-336.jpg
Could he have been the one Susan Maughan was singing about ?
http://www.memorabilia-uk.co.uk/admin1/image/1143557401.jpg

[johncorrigan]

Could he have been the one Susan Maughan was singing about ?
http://www.memorabilia-uk.co.uk/admin1/image/1143557401.jpg
Equally it could have been Eddie, Paul.....assuming his middle name's Joe of course!:whistle:
http://www.recordsale.de/cdpix/t/the_equals-viva_bobby_joe.jpg

[Paul Sherratt]

John,
I really did say Susan Maughan. And yesterday took a walk along the promenade at Morecambe where
I first got smitten ..

http://www.art247.com/images/large/MIRRORPIX/MP/MP_1064841.jpg


B. http://s0.geograph.org.uk/geophotos/02/45/91/2459177_f5e1b59f.jpg

C. http://newsimg.bbc.co.uk/media/images/46033000/jpg/_46033175_1.jpg


Had a fantastic Morecambe night in ' B ' too ...

[Globaltruth]

John,
I really did say Susan Maughan. And yesterday took a walk along the promenade at Morecambe where
I first got smitten ..

http://www.art247.com/images/large/MIRRORPIX/MP/MP_1064841.jpg


B. http://s0.geograph.org.uk/geophotos/02/45/91/2459177_f5e1b59f.jpg

C. http://newsimg.bbc.co.uk/media/images/46033000/jpg/_46033175_1.jpg


Had a fantastic Morecambe night in ' B ' too ...

Picture C captures a rare moment when Her Maj confused Eric with the DoE and told him to get orf the plinth as it was gin o'clock.

[Paul Sherratt]

Some creative and sensitive film makers should park themselves at that popular statue and film/interview the mix of folk that stop by
for the essential photo op.

Back to MAK the Bibilang Boys are music to the ears. Grand bit of public service broadcasting.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p00d69zm



Did they make it on to Ken Bruce or any of his colleagues ?

[Lateralthinking1]

I doubt that they would have been welcome Paul. Bit of a closed shop there. Not many visas handed out. (odd attitudes on immigration) :smiley:

[Paul Sherratt]

Odd attitude to broadcasting as a whole, imo, lat, have those self-serving daytime bbc radio 2 producers.

( im h o .. )

[Paul Sherratt]

MAK's most recent ...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kopm59faOQs&feature=youtu.be

[Lateralthinking1]

Yes, I like that very much.

[Globaltruth]

So I watched this and thought 'most recent what?'

Well, ‘Black Snow / Bliadhna an t-Sneachd Dhuibh’,is a new work apparently inspired by the relationship between Gaels and the natural world around them. And I'm assuming, given the topic, that it is a carbon neutral production?

A fine piece of work... Thanks for posting.

[johncorrigan]

Motice it was performed in the Playfair Library in Edinburgh - that is one wonderful building - would have liked to have seen that in there.
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2443/3962618677_0c30a48991.jpg

No penguins were harmed in the making of this film.

[Lateralthinking1]

When at the end of this year I compile my list of the best tracks I first heard in 2011, Jarabi will be there obviously. It feels like the soundtrack to this summer. But also this - http://www.footballandmusic.co.uk/hamish/.

I am a bit vague about it - John, I know that you said quite a bit about it and it was fascinating - but the bit I am vague about is the broadcast. It was certainly from MAK and the last thing she played on a show. I think it may have been in the very early hours of 1 January. It was around that time. And from memory, it wasn't the studio recording but live. The point of writing is to ask if anyone knows how it would be possible to locate that live recording. I would love to have that sometime.

[johncorrigan]

When at the end of this year I compile my list of the best tracks I first heard in 2011, Jarabi will be there obviously. It feels like the soundtrack to this summer. But also this - http://www.footballandmusic.co.uk/hamish/.

I am a bit vague about it - John, I know that you said quite a bit about it and it was fascinating - but the bit I am vague about is the broadcast. It was certainly from MAK and the last thing she played on a show. I think it may have been in the very early hours of 1 January. It was around that time. And from memory, it wasn't the studio recording but live. The point of writing is to ask if anyone knows how it would be possible to locate that live recording. I would love to have that sometime.
A very popular man thon Hamish MacAlpine - here's the programme you were talking about Lat - although Mick Marra memorably appeared 'live' on the New Year Wo3, the programme you're talking about was the Christmas one the week before.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b00wldzw
Here's a link to the record.
http://www.delphianrecords.co.uk/webshop/DCD34092.html

[Lateralthinking1]

Thanks John. That is really excellent. I see the record has "Green Grow The Rashes" too - another new favourite. Incidentally, I have recommended the Hamish track to more people than I have done with any other track this year.

[johncorrigan]

Thanks John. That is really excellent. I see the record has "Green Grow The Rashes" too - another new favourite. Incidentally, I have recommended the Hamish track to more people than I have done with any other track this year.
.....those were the days when Scottish teams played in Europe, Lat!:erm:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nqwxJzpHBAg

[Lateralthinking1]

Blimey, John, doesn't that look like a picture of.......sanity. From the way in which the players looked like proper human subbuteo rather than warming up for the Golden Globe awards to that most underrated of ITV mantras "absolutely everything must be in beige". It's brilliant!

I assume that was the mid 1980s although it looks older. Manchester United had a very good side - Whiteside, Strachan etc. The Terrors did very well on that night. I doubt that there was much singing from the rivals of "Up Wi' The Bonnets" even at closing time.

Yes something was in the air whereas now because of X Factor it tends to be more this stuff - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sva8vmTlUM4. Still, I can't really think of Ian and Jimmy as being other than they were then. Ditto John Paul Young.

Fortunately, before all of the nostalgia begins to get in the way of our "real" lives today, some good news from dependable radio land. You can join Mark, Ewen and the legend that was Roughy regularly on Real Radio Scotland http://www.realradio-scotland.co.uk/presenters-shows/shows-xcyr/hearts-v-hibs-live-commentary-hdqj/hdqjfe67/. I doubt that I will ever leave my house again. :biggrin:

[johncorrigan]

Fortunately, before all of the nostalgia begins to get in the way of our "real" lives today, some good news from dependable radio land. You can join Mark, Ewan and the legend that was Roughy regularly on Real Radio Scotland http://www.realradio-scotland.co.uk/presenters-shows/shows-xcyr/hearts-v-hibs-live-commentary-hdqj/hdqjfe67/. I doubt that I will ever leave my house again. :biggrin:
The best of that bunch you highlighted was Derek Johnstone - 'any more brains he'd be dangerous' as they say in these parts. He's got a good one quote on this page.:ale:
http://www.blakjak.demon.co.uk/soccer.htm

[Globaltruth]

The best of that bunch you highlighted was Derek Johnstone - 'any more brains he'd be dangerous' as they say in these parts. He's got a good one quote on this page.:ale:
http://www.blakjak.demon.co.uk/soccer.htm

With hosts' hat on I should point out there is a thread over on Platform 3 dedicated to the discussion of football. Here is the link
http://www.for3.org/forums/showthread.php?1331-The-Round-Ball-Game

And the last person to post on it at time of writing?
Lateralthinking1

[Lateralthinking1]

Yes, GT, I entirely agree. My apologies.

[Paul Sherratt]

Anyone know the latest score from Vale Park ?

:smiley:

[Globaltruth]

Here it is

http://ame2.asu.edu/faculty/dab/research/commart/dissertation/scorePic.jpg

[Paul Sherratt]

Can we get Mr Crumit to hum it ?

[johncorrigan]

Here it is

http://ame2.asu.edu/faculty/dab/research/commart/dissertation/scorePic.jpg
:laugh::laugh::laugh:

[johncorrigan]

Can we get Mr Crumit to hum it ?
:laugh::laugh::laugh: too!

[Globaltruth]

The Simpson & Galton of the WM MB's...http://www.mustardweb.org/galton&simpson/galtonsimpsonhancock.jpg

now where's Hancock? and where's Sid?

[Paul Sherratt]

>>Where's Sid ?

http://img.thesun.co.uk/multimedia/archive/00765/Alan-Sugar_180_765912a.jpg

No, hang on, that's that seriously, seriously over-rated geezer.

[Globaltruth]

If only...

http://open.spotify.com/track/7oq7NuLnZ1zY0MDE3A24RS

[Lateralthinking1]

Who is who? Sugar's Tottenham, isn't he? And here is a class poem:

"Tin Can" by Gwegowy -

'Splish, Splash, Splonk…
Wooden shoes, red socks,
Coffins, tombstones, and tranquilizers.
Aspirins and driving tests, jet planes and skeletons,
Frog singing to egg-timer;
Calendars and candles upside-down
Plastic apples on coconut trees…
Splish, Splash, Splonk.'

[Lateralthinking1]

.....ok I've been wrestling with these questions all day:

1. Martin Carthy : "Nothing Rhymed" - Good or Bad?
2. Raymond O'Sullivan : Could have been the "British" Randy Newman?
3. Morrissey : "Nothing Rhymed" - Good or Bad?
4. Sagittarius : The oddest of the twelve signs of the zodiac?

http://www.guardian.co.uk/music/musicblog/2011/aug/25/gilbert-o-sullivan-reappraisal

http://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/b013rl86/Gilbert_OSullivan_Out_on_His_Own/

[johncorrigan]

The Simpson & Galton of the WM MB's...http://www.mustardweb.org/galton&simpson/galtonsimpsonhancock.jpg

now where's Hancock? and where's Sid?

Boyoboy - you guys have been busy overnight!
http://www.guardian.co.uk/tv-and-radio/2011/aug/27/tony-hancock-screenplay-day-off

[Lateralthinking1]

Very interesting on "The Day Off". Finding the right actors for it would be essential of course. If I still "did" London, I would be tempted to attend that event on 1 September with G and S.

The answers to the G O'S quiz were 1. Great 2. Yes - it is just a pity that he became the "British" Rupert Holmes 3. Have never heard it and 4. I am really not in the best position to judge.

[johncorrigan]

Really enjoyed genticorum - I suppose it's right up Mary Ann's street. Great to hear that Mamani Keita track again- that's one of my favourite pieces of the year - enjoying the record too. Looks like there's a new John Martynish guy around (vocally anyway) - and going by the track she played last night Tony Butler's really got some talent going for him.


.......but you know, I just don't like Bellowhead!

[johncorrigan]

Macca picked a top track from Ry's latest - sounds great. RD gave it a five star review yesterday.
http://www.guardian.co.uk/music/2011/sep/01/ry-cooder-pull-up-review

[Globaltruth]

I'm with you on the Bellowhead thing btw...

[johncorrigan]

There's was plenty to enjoy on MAK's show tonight, not least the fine guest Sona Jobarteh introduced by Lopa. A wonderful double of Oumou Sangare followed by the Cambodian Space Project; and a late junctionish offering from Tigran Hamasyan followed by a top tune from The Reverend Peyton's Big Damn Band. But Mary Ann kept the best to last with a great slow burner to finish - Amjad Ali Khan's 'Raga Pilu' was an inspirational 15 minutes of listening to finish a very enjoyable show

[Paul Sherratt]

Never heard a thing !!
It's always, always catch up.

Forget to say before but I'm with you on the Bellowhead thing, btw.

[Globaltruth]

There's like this echo in here. Maybe I need to check out the sound proofing.
Not listened yet, was there any Prince Diabate? Or Tradi-Mods vs Rockers (alternative takes on Congotronics)? Both available on a Sptfy near you, both well worth a listen.

both well worth a listen.
listen

[johncorrigan]

Not listened yet, was there any Prince Diabate? well worth a listen.

Well I'm having a double listen and your bang on G. Quality indeed he is!

[Paul Sherratt]

' Echo Park, LA. ' ( Quinceañera )
Enjoyed that film in this house :smiley:

[Globaltruth]

Well I'm having a double listen and your bang on G. Quality indeed he is!
GYLI*
The Tradi-Mods vs Rockers is brave - about 50% success rate

http://open.spotify.com/album/6nccFRfJFEtidG38aSCHLw

(Jolie Holland [in a dub-wise stylie] & Juana Molina both crept in there, but there's a few who shouldn't have. ... a bit like adding some cross-stitchery to a tapestry and not_ quite_getting_it_right.






* GYLI = Glad You Like It. We need more 4LA's...

[Globaltruth]

There's like this echo in here. Maybe I need to check out the sound proofing.
Not listened yet, was there any Prince Diabate? Or Tradi-Mods vs Rockers (alternative takes on Congotronics)? Both available on a Sptfy near you, both well worth a listen.

both well worth a listen.
listen

and, of course, MAK did play Prince Diabaté, well, actually, and I'm sure she'll allow me, Princess Diabaté aka Sona Jobarteh

This was without doubt one of the best Wo3's of recent times...:ok:

[johncorrigan]

Mary Ann had what initially appeared like a dodgy Glasgow mariachi outfit to accompany her Mexican night on the Global Gathering this evening. They picked up as they went on especially their last couple but there was tons to enjoy on the show. Not least was Paquita la del Barrio who had a cracking voice and Chingon with a really enjoyable full tilt piece. Of course there were some slightly less than Mexican but no less the enjoyable.:cool:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aa4sE5q7ogg

[Lateralthinking1]

John - I haven't listened to Global Gathering yet. I have though been seeing recently what BBC Scotland and BBC Wales have to offer more generally. On the former, the Iain Anderson programme is quite good. Perhaps oddly, I'm not so keen on Bruce MacGregor's Travelling Folk.

But.....but.....Ricky Ross. What a revelation. Very pleasant presentation style, great music. There was I a week or two back asking why there were no other Bob Harris's. Ross surely proves that I was wrong although he has his own distinct style. I will certainly be listening again.

Over in Wales, Frank Hennessy does "Celtic Heartbeat". Erm, nice enough show but it doesn't half sound like the things I used to tune into when on holiday in Pembrokeshire in the 1970s. Not very modern. In his other programme, he is teamed up with ladette Amy Wadge. Best avoided.

It is Northern Ireland's turn next!

[johncorrigan]

On the former, the Iain Anderson programme is quite good. Perhaps oddly, I'm not so keen on Bruce MacGregor's Travelling Folk.

But.....but.....Ricky Ross. What a revelation. Very pleasant presentation style, great music. There was I a week or two back asking why there were no other Bob Harris's. Ross surely proves that I was wrong although he has his own distinct style. I will certainly be listening again.
Iain Anderson's been around since the old king died playing pretty much that same stuff. Agree totally about Travelling Folk - they sometimes bring Barbara Dickson in for a shift too.:yawn: Mind you Lat Bruce did play a big fave of yours 8 tracks in last week - still time to look it out if you want. http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b014qz48#synopsis

As for RR - he's just a bit too gentle in presentation style for me but perhaps you're right - he does fit into that BH mould. I think I posted a few weeks back that he had a George Jones hour playing GJ and GJ songs done by others - very good really.:smiley:

[Globaltruth]

And Here's MAK with a sparkling Wo3
http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b0151s6p#synopsis

If you want to assess r3's equally sparkling commitment to modern social media and/or have a bit of a laugh then just click on this link for the 'buzz' (their words not mine)
http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b009vs65/buzz

buzzing up till oh, er May (but at least it's 2011)...

Anyway notwithstanding the slackness of r3's social media types, this was a fine show - Jackie Oates is in the fine tradition of __________ and __________ ______, and the WM tracks were a lovely mix. Lightnin Slim to The Tiger Orch via Les Chauffeurs à Pied. Miss it if you dare.

[Paul Sherratt]

>> Miss it if you dare


Will there be a short test in a day or two ?
:smiley:

[Globaltruth]

>> Miss it if you dare


Will there be a short test in a day or two ?
:smiley:

What a brilliant idea. :ok:

Q1 Where was the second place Jackie Oates lived before moving Down south? Why is it a good place for a chase?

Q2 What was MAK's take on Dengue Fever? The band not the disease. and how refreshing an opinion was that?

Q3 Which track told us a story through hidden meanings? And what was the story?

Q4 How many beans make 5 ?

Q5 Which new release should MAK have played that she didn't? No, not that one, the one I'm thinking of. Or the other one you're thinking of.

Q6 How much more of this would you like?

:biggrin:

[johncorrigan]

1. Was it Drumnadrochit, Global - is it because that's where Nessie exits the Loch? ( Global, I can hear you saying, 'are you asking me or telling me JC?'):blush:
2. Is it that with this new record DF (the band) have overtaken DF (the disease) on the pleasure front as far as Mary Ann is concerned?:smiley:
3. Julaba Kunda — Scotland, cos it was an allegory as all things to do with Scotland are!:ale:
4. Just made Twenty-one. :winkeye:
5. I thought it was 'Beatles and the Stones' http://open.spotify.com/track/4omTwEOlbp5ia5g3bQH4xY but then changed my mind - are you sure you're not some kinda Derren Brown type G?:yikes:
6. If it's the blinkin' weather out there you're talkin' about then no much thanks - heatwave...not up here it ain't.:sadface:
7. Is that the phantom poser?:whistle:

By the way, it was a fine show indeed.

[Globaltruth]

6 out of 9 there JC,
Q1 - I have provided the answer in tracks 1218 and 1219 of The Chain.

[johncorrigan]

6 out of 9

I don't mind! I don't mind!:smiley:

[Globaltruth]

I don't mind! I don't mind!:smiley:

It's the taking part that matters.
Or is it? That's the question....

:smiley: :smiley: :smiley:

The other answer is correct - it was a fine show. Depth and breadth, depth and breadth.

[johncorrigan]

I don't mind! I don't mind!:smiley:
I was just trying to do my Hendix, but it got lost in translation Global ( new dentist!)......I don't care! I don't care!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xylaFXwoQS8

[Globaltruth]

I was just trying to do my Hendix, but it got lost in translation Global ( new dentist!)......I don't care! I don't care!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xylaFXwoQS8

Dig.

Is this a callout for Globaltooth?
Anyway we should discuss Later... And Fatoumata Diawara.
I've been reading about her and watched the show purely because she was on it - then she gets 1 song, whilst other people less to my taste got THREE. So jury still out, must check her out on spot, her album Fatou is on there...at least a WM artist got a tiny bit of exposure on a mainstream BBC prog.

[johncorrigan]

I always remember Ali Farka Toure being on Later and he wiped the floor with everyone else - and it only took him one track. I saw Fatoumata on Tuesday's show and wondered if we'd see more of her or just more of the other p***. I've heard a few from her record but it hasn't really got to me. Not like this one anyway.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wV4_3h2A1cg&feature=relmfu

[Globaltruth]

I always remember Ali Farka Toure being on Later and he wiped the floor with everyone else - and it only took him one track. I saw Fatoumata on Tuesday's show and wondered if we'd see more of her or just more of the other p***. I've heard a few from her record but it hasn't really got to me. Not like this one anyway.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wV4_3h2A1cg&feature=relmfu

You're right; it was Wilko Johnson and his blockheads who stole the show - both music and interview. I loved the Latin tags which you could see him dragging up from deep memory. A class act and, ahem, real.

[johncorrigan]

Now that you mention it Global I did see Wilco getting interviewed by Mr Holland and talking about Canvey Island and the unbeatable view across the Thames Estuary.:erm:

[Globaltruth]

I was just trying to do my Hendix, but it got lost in translation Global ( new dentist!)......I don't care! I don't care!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xylaFXwoQS8

Although Ms. Talkington didn't play this exact track last night, she got really close...
http://open.spotify.com/track/7byMjrkxdQ0NgkHQmoBzcC

a good show which deserves a fuller post on the right thread..

[johncorrigan]

Mary Ann's been playing a wee bit stuff from her Cape Breton visit but for me none can possibly be finer than a track she played last night close to the end of the show by Dentdelion titled 'La rose et le lion' - I thought it was terrific. The Brendan Power/Tim Edey track was great too and with qawwali singer Adeel Saeed Chishti putting in a really interesting and enjoyable set in Lopa's company the whole was a right enjoyable listen. She also played a taster from the Bulgarian voices which as Lat said elsewhere pointing out the shortened WR tomorrow evening might have meant there ain't room for everything. Anyway I'll be giving them a good listen.

[Lateralthinking1]

This was a very good edition of the programme. I feel that MAK includes far more Womad artists than Lopa, frequently as the contributors to tracks rather than the main artists. There was also a Peel aspect - Half Man Half Biscuit, Kanda Bongo Man.

Enjoyed it all - but the final half hour was the best. Completely agree on Dentdelion and loved La Bottine Souriante. Really looking forward to that programme from Quebec. And I did enjoy the final two - Carlos Orozco - from an interesting looking "World Routes on the Road" cd - and "Tom Devil" from Ed Lewis and the Prisoners.

[johncorrigan]

In general Mary Ann's shows are a bit more gentle that Lopa's efforts.
She had good guests, Old Sledge, on this week who seemed a pretty cheery bunch but she had a great choice of music. I enjoyed the Japanese choices especially Shunsuke Kimura & Etsuro Ono who I think may have been guests in the not too dim and distant past preceded by Andrew Kronshaw and followed by some fine music from Kosovo. Really liked the African 78s too and the Mary Hampton track - another very fine singer; and she played a great bit of sean nos - she pronounces it so well too. I find myself thinking that she is improving all the time.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b0167vdk

[johncorrigan]

Lest it slip your notice Mary Ann put in a fine shift on Friday; she hit the ground running with a bit of Brittany meets Addis. Really recommend that you don't miss Cahalen Morrison & Eli West doing 'Lost Lovin Gal' - excellent. Guests were very entertaining though the chat went on a bit too long - buncha Scots thigither cannae stop bletherin'.:whistle:

Ethno in Transit 'Ej Lasko' caught me off-guard - I had already consigned it to the 'I don't like this' file when I found myself captivated. The African 78s were great especially 'Guelabiessi'.....and MA played a track from the forthcoming World Routes on the road CD out in the New Year which sounded great.:smiley:

[Globaltruth]

Lest it slip your notice Mary Ann put in a fine shift on Friday; she hit the ground running with a bit of Brittany meets Addis. Really recommend that you don't miss Cahalen Morrison & Eli West doing 'Lost Lovin Gal' - excellent. Guests were very entertaining though the chat went on a bit too long - buncha Scots thigither cannae stop bletherin'.:whistle:

Ethno in Transit 'Ej Lasko' caught me off-guard - I had already consigned it to the 'I don't like this' file when I found myself captivated. The African 78s were great especially 'Guelabiessi'.....and MA played a track from the forthcoming World Routes on the road CD out in the New Year which sounded great.:smiley:

eek, the way this week's shaping up I'm not sure I'll get to listen to this. JC, could you listen to it again for me?

[Paul Sherratt]

GT,
Can't you record it on one of your snazzy hardy-discs ? The 78's were grand - I can see some future expenditure there and the 2012 World Routes release could be a late/early cracker.
If my shot at translating is anywhere near the mark then I agree ( with a :smiley: ) with JC about all that gas.

[johncorrigan]

eek, the way this week's shaping up I'm not sure I'll get to listen to this. JC, could you listen to it again for me?
Just take in the first four tracks Global - they'll keep you going meantime.....and that's a couple of weeks she's played the 78s Paul and could well be a smart buy.:smiley:

[Paul Sherratt]

Much more about the dusty treasure trove here : http://www.wfmu.org/playlists/shows/41914 (where else ... )
Btw, wonder if that dusty delight I rescued from a tax haven isle a few years back will be finally getting a late night shaking in the next couple
of weeks ?

[johncorrigan]

Much more about the dusty treasure trove here
It's a right interesting looking site Paul.
http://excavatedshellac.com/
....and I fair enjoyed this oldie from Suriname.
http://www.box.net/shared/jo1dz7bfg0mqkrug5po7
:cool:

This one from Afghanistan is pretty fine too.
http://www.box.net/shared/ngse20o4ldvoj4k1igvb

[Paul Sherratt]

Thanks John.
Btw that future expenditure is now in the past !

[Globaltruth]

Btw that future expenditure is now in the past !

I always suspected this - it's you running the Eurozone. Can you make World Music compulsory in schools, colleges, and workplaces plse?


Shouldn't it be past expenditure is in the future though? I'm sure you'll just print some more...





GT tops leaderboard with treble entries, and is rather chuffed for the first time in ages to have the time to do so. Retires for tea and parkin with Mrs GT.And a spot of deep listening

[Globaltruth]

Wo3 was unusually jazzy last night..

I dunno, displace one minority for another - who schedules this?
Anyone? I suspect not...1 show a week...

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[Paul Sherratt]

GT,

I was going to listen to bit before setting off to work. But I can't immediately see it anywhere.
Could you whistle or hum some of the items ?


:smiley:

[Globaltruth]

GT,

I was going to listen to bit before setting off to work. But I can't immediately see it anywhere.
Could you whistle or hum some of the items ?


:smiley:

Luckily there is a Spotify version

http://open.spotify.com/user/paulsherratt/playlist/3khII8MsdSf4wVCWCUTJ4x

:ok::biggrin:

[Globaltruth]

Luckily there is a Spotify version

http://open.spotify.com/user/paulsherratt/playlist/3khII8MsdSf4wVCWCUTJ4x

:ok::biggrin:

And even more luckily this is a great playlist, not just my opinion, a bunch of other people enjoyed it this morning - does anyone have any newer ones to share? We should maybe consider doing some more solo efforts....

[Paul Sherratt]

>>Luckily there is a Spotify version



Now that's what I call <insert your own description > * music !


* Or not :smiley:


'bout time there was another mind you - makes the Max allowance seem overwhelming.

[Globaltruth]

>>Luckily there is a Spotify version



Now that's what I call <insert your own description > * music !


* Or not :smiley:


'bout time there was another mind you - makes the Max allowance seem overwhelming.

I dig the modesty - can we exceed a modest allowance
Of playlists.

(blaming Max though for dedicating my afternoon to the works of that well known WM artist Jimmy Scott - terrible when you start to forget...)

[Paul Sherratt]

I was going to see Jimmy Scott in London then it was cancelled then rearranged and then I saw just where he'd be playing.

:yikes:

But it could be so bad that it's good ?
http://ststephenshalljazz.com/communities/6/004/008/894/636/images/4543505777_pre.jpg

[johncorrigan]

Emir Kusturica and the No Smoking Orchestra may have had some good bits but I didn't hear them - after the first couple tracks I fast forwarded, heard a bit of the chat, FFd again to a song about a pitbull, fast forwarded to the last track with a not funny introduction to the band and almost missed the whole of the first track out of there in my haste to hit the FF - it was pretty awful and comprised about two-fifths of the show - I mean it might have been a laugh being there but it weren't for me listening on LA. Otherwise it was a very sombre affair - with a very fine Jackie leven track in there and I liked the Andrew Cronshaw (again). There's a funny wee Lebanese song in there (The Incompetents - reminded me of Eels a bit)) and a good bitta gamelan early on - I'm off to follow GT's direction to Afrobeat to cheer myself up.:whistle:

[Globaltruth]

Emir Kusturica and the No Smoking Orchestra may have had some good bits but I didn't hear them - after the first couple tracks I fast forwarded, heard a bit of the chat, FFd again to a song about a pitbull, fast forwarded to the last track with a not funny introduction to the band and almost missed the whole of the first track out of there in my haste to hit the FF - it was pretty awful and comprised about two-fifths of the show - I mean it might have been a laugh being there but it weren't for me listening on LA. Otherwise it was a very sombre affair - with a very fine Jackie leven track in there and I liked the Andrew Cronshaw (again). There's a funny wee Lebanese song in there (The Incompetents - reminded me of Eels a bit)) and a good bitta gamelan early on - I'm off to follow GT's direction to Afrobeat to cheer myself up.:whistle:

Indeed yes - agree with all that, but there was also an excellent Sissoko track before the live sesh.

O well...

[johncorrigan]

Indeed yes - agree with all that, but there was also an excellent Sissoko track before the live sesh.

O well...
Yep - you're right about that G. The start was a wee bit Late Junctionesque I thought.

[Lateralthinking1]

I need to catch up a bit. I have to admit to knowing little about Jimmy Scott but I thought the tracks of his on "Covers" were among the best things on there. Then I read his story and was amazed by it. Of the things I stumbled on, I think I am developing an ear for Rahsaan Roland Kirk. Extraordinary track. Can't begin to imagine what David Gates thinks of it!

[Globaltruth]

Well, MAK's next show is the results of the fRoots Album of the Year poll 2011, and a session with American acoustic duo Cahalen Morrison and Eli West.
According to the Wo3 page:


The fRoots Critics' Poll for Albums of the Year is one of the most prestigious awards in folk and world music. Andrew Cronshaw reveals the names of the top nominees, and the winner.
Cahalen comes from rural New Mexico, with roots in American old-time music, whilst Eli lives in Seattle and is based more in bluegrass. Both play guitar and banjo, and they came together as a duo only recently - earlier this year their debut album 'The Holy Coming of the Storm' was released to great acclaim.

Ian Anderson not doing the fRoots revelation?

There is a solo album from Cahalen Morrison on Spot (http://open.spotify.com/album/7czdzyIkyQsLV05wmtx72V)...and it's worth a listen if the couple of tracks I've listened to are a representative sample.

and I like the idea of someone being based in bluegrass.
http://www.noded.com/archives/images/Bluegrass.jpg
Can you spot Eli in this picture of bluegrass from Seattle?

[johncorrigan]

I really enjoyed the first half of the show - even the Camara/ Adams track ( that's a surprise), though I agreed with Macca and Cronshaw that Juju wasn't a great name as a band. The Cooder track was a belter. I also loved the Compilation track - ashamed to say I hadn't knowingly heard of Hedy West but it was a great version of matty Groves.
http://open.spotify.com/track/5P4PB1m66xEW7OQG7Q6HvS
Andrew seemed less enthralled by the winner than Mary Ann was but they had a good banter going between them - I'm pretty sure it's him I've heard on her Radio Scotty Global Gathering.
She played another track from the Corsican Polyphony record too which I really enjoyed. I thought the guests were OK without setting the heather alight - not possible today as it's covered with snow - but certainly better than last week's bunch - and the show was cheerier too.:smiley:

By the way here's a wee bit Hedy West with Mississippi John Hurt.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5NPZaW_Iv6s

[Globaltruth]

I really enjoyed the first half of the show - even the Camara/ Adams track ( that's a surprise), though I agreed with Macca and Cronshaw that Juju wasn't a great name as a band. The Cooder track was a belter. I also loved the Compilation track - ashamed to say I hadn't knowingly heard of Hedy West but it was a great version of matty Groves.
http://open.spotify.com/track/5P4PB1m66xEW7OQG7Q6HvS
Andrew seemed less enthralled by the winner than Mary Ann was but they had a good banter going between them - I'm pretty sure it's him I've heard on her Radio Scotty Global Gathering.
She played another track from the Corsican Polyphony record too which I really enjoyed. I thought the guests were OK without setting the heather alight - not possible today as it's covered with snow - but certainly better than last week's bunch - and the show was cheerier too.:smiley:

By the way here's a wee bit Hedy West with Mississippi John Hurt.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5NPZaW_Iv6s

Half way through it, didn't like the Camara/Adams, preferred Mr Camara with Grisella Sanderson. - Would you believe it [TANC], but Mississippi JH was already on my latest playlist (http://open.spotify.com/user/trautigan/playlist/3UCUBaoIqOhss2zVfqdiGx). :cool: :yikes:

And well done to you and me JC for spelling Mississippi correctly. :ok:
Deserves some Candy...
(spotify:track:5YZXD8trVvzgp427RMbAsu) :whistle:

overall yes, better but not a belter. :ok:

[johncorrigan]

And well done to you and me JC for spelling Mississippi correctly. :ok:
Deserves some Candy...
(spotify:track:5YZXD8trVvzgp427RMbAsu) :whistle:
I have to say that I learned it from listening to the B-side of Bobbie Gentry's 'Ode to Billie Joe' all those years back, Global - have never not known the spelling since - those were the days when you listened to a B-side.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rdi-8V5-pkk
By the way, I bought 'Autumn Almanac' by the Kinks same day with 'Mr Pleasant' on the reverse.:smiley:

[Globaltruth]

I have to say that I learned it from listening to the B-side of Bobbie Gentry's 'Ode to Billie Joe' all those years back, Global - have never not known the spelling since - those were the days when you listened to a B-side.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rdi-8V5-pkk
By the way, I bought 'Autumn Almanac' by the Kinks same day with 'Mr Pleasant' on the reverse.:smiley:

45's. Sigh.

One of my favourites was by Dantalion's Chariot.
It was many years later I found out what that chariot was. And it hasnt been seen here today
..been so cold I've had to push the cat away from the woodburner a couple of times so we could feel the benefit. Needs to go on a diet that puma.

Were The Kinks on Decca or Parlophone? Decca I suspect..

[johncorrigan]

45's. Sigh.

Were The Kinks on Decca or Parlophone? Decca I suspect..
The ingestion of a load of Kinks' singles Global - Who ate all the Pyes!:blush:

[Globaltruth]

Ah yes, how could I forget

http://www.vinylmoon.com/activos/singles/kinks.jpg

Anyway I agree with your analysis of the most recent MAK - they were pretty ordinary those boys but overall a fairly good show...

[johncorrigan]

Really enjoyed the records from Genticorum to Musikas run and in particular Stan Rogers from Friday's WO3; and great to be reminded of those Horse worshipping women of Ayarkhaan. That great performance on the Music Planet Prom was one of my TV highlights of the year.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y1vxvw-7wSI

[johncorrigan]

I know we can be a bit faddy about fado round here but on Global Gathering this week, MA and Andrew Cronshaw were talking Portuguese guitarra and played three fine tracks, the middle of which was a really crackin' instrumental - enjoyed driving home to it all. It's in the last half hour of the show if you fancy a listen.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b0195c7s

[Oilrig]

Cheers John - there's a new vintage Fado collection out on ARC as well which is half-and-half male and female singers - I loved the guys singing (surprise) but the whole variety of style and voice made for a great collection - and comprehensive biographical sleeve notes too. Good stuff.

[Oilrig]

Just to flag up tonight's GG on BBC Radio Scotland - the final installment from our mega-house-concert at Watercolour Music last September. Rachel Sermanni and friends playing her New Voices commission from Celtic Connections 2010. You can check out her current EP, Breathe Easy, at www.rachelsermanni.net.

Enjoy!

[Globaltruth]

That's a useful post Oilrig, thanks.

firstly it has reminded me to listen to Radio Scotland more often.
check out:
http://www.bbc.co.uk/radio/stations/radioscotland
for some excellent looking programmes....Karine Polwart, Fred Morrison, Iain Anderson.

and here's the link to Oilrig's show, on at 20.05 tonight
http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b019fyy2

and to the last one
http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b0195c7s#synopsis
available for another 8 hours..

[Oilrig]

Thanks GT!

There's a load of live shows coming from Rad Scot next week and the week after Tue/Thu/Fri nights from the Pacific Quay foyer. Next week for me is Session A9/The Gorgeous Colours/Naomi Bedford/Nuala Kennedy/Kathleen MacInnes. Should be good!

[johncorrigan]

Thanks GT!

There's a load of live shows coming from Rad Scot next week and the week after Tue/Thu/Fri nights from the Pacific Quay foyer. Next week for me is Session A9/The Gorgeous Colours/Naomi Bedford/Nuala Kennedy/Kathleen MacInnes. Should be good!
I really like Kathleen MacInnes.

[Paul Sherratt]

>>... The Gorgeous Colours/Naomi Bedford/Nuala Kennedy/Kathleen MacInnes. Should be good!

But who's taking the dog for a walk ?
:smiley:

[johncorrigan]

Imperial Tiger Orchestra are MA's guests tonight.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b019765w
I'm looking forward to hearing the Harris/Prine song from the new Tribute record to Guy Clark - I've heard two or three great tracks from the record over the last couple of weeks - Guy Clark has some very fine songs
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TZVsuaRkGfQ

I heard a great version of Homegrown Tomatoes done by Ray Wylie Hubbard from the Clark tribute last weekend. Here's a different one by RWH - spoiler alert Global - this could be construed by certain folks as constituting Country.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LuppgBKo0a4&feature=related

[Globaltruth]

Overall a really good show (http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b019765w#synopsis).

Almost any show that starts and finished with Martyn Bennett is bound to be excellent. I wonder if Radio Scotland has ever done, or plans to do, a whole programme on him and his family?

Then the Imperial Tigers.
http://wwwimg.bbc.co.uk/programmes/i/512xn/52df2148169f68949026751ba4d63158d494e163.jpg
As I've said before...there is something going on in Switzerland. Probably not a sufficiently exotic destination to send Dr. Lucy and her intrepid band (of 1 I think)...but definitely worthy of more investigation.
Are the Imperials just a band of earnest young musicians painstakingly recreating the true sound of Ethiopia? If so this would have sounded like an exercise in ethnomusicography - well, their performance gave the lie to that. They have effortlessly captured the true sound, and I look forward to hearing recordings of them jamming with some of the greats still extant (you know I mean Alemu Aga...) The interview was intriguing - they have a story to tell, and came across well. Less is sometimes more with the interviews.

I'll skip over my criticisms (in a Fotherington-Thomas sort of way) and focus on the positives -
http://www.silverwhistle.co.uk/cinema/CinemaPics/Basil.gif


I really liked the male Fado. I'll explore that particular album a bit further, and had never heard a male version before - even when in Lisbon.
I was always under the mistaken impression it was solely the domain of women.

The Emmylou Harris/John Prine track also worked well (Note to PS: this kind of thing is allowed on Wo3, just not on twitter :biggrin:)

A big thanks to Oilrig for bringing it to our ears. :ok:

[Paul Sherratt]

Darn it Global, is you sure Miss Emmylou is allowed 'round here ?
http://www.westernclippings.com/images/treasures/wt_dean_harris_jeffreys375.jpg


Btw I'm still not at all sure about this twitter business despite fortuitously getting that tremendous Etta track passed on
to those 35,000 people yesterday via that Mr Steel.

[Globaltruth]

Well Paul I'm not sure what you're trying to get out of Twitter?
Lots of followers? Information? Entertainment? Something else?
Once you know let me know.

Just off to listen to some Jimmy Rogers...Or is it Rizzle Kicks?

[johncorrigan]

As I've said before...there is something going on in Switzerland. Probably not a sufficiently exotic destination to send Dr. Lucy and her intrepid band (of 1 I think)...but definitely worthy of more investigation.
That intrepid young chap with his alpenhorn Mr AK was there for the Music Planet I seem to recall, Global, and much to his surprise he liked it.....and Kershaw even squeezed in a bit of the deZuriks in the process though I recall not Chemirocha.:whistle::winkeye:
http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b00y6lt6

[Lateralthinking1]

That Mariana Da Cruz cd is another that is Swiss produced. She is a Paulista with Bahian roots. The producer is called Ane H. Together apparently.

The band claim to merge Brazilian music, Electro, Afro Beat, Breakbeats, Ethiopian Grooves, Kuduro and other forms of dance music. Well, they manage this reasonably well on the track "Ethiopia" but it would be better described as crisp and as catchy as hell. I really like it for what it is.

Sad then that for every subtlety in the mix, and there is quite a bit, there is also a leaning towards the football chant. Just don't download the clip of them encouraging a crowd at the Montreux Jazz Festival to sing a Rod Stewart song. It was definitely not a good move on their part.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eNZo4yIBXfg

[Paul Sherratt]

>>deZuriks

If I remember correctly I think it was Bergen's legendary Hugo, one-time scribe at the R3 parish notice board, who first supplied that particular DJ with some of those glorious yodelers' recordings.

[Paul Sherratt]

>> I'm not sure what you're trying to get out of Twitter?

Global,
Fame, fortune, celebrity - anything really that will feed a premier league narcissistic personality disorder ... :erm:

::::::::::

Actually for me information from people and places where previously I've been to disorganised or busy to be able to keep up with.
Eg tours, exhibitions and so on. The ' something else ' would be a continuation and expansion of my now very long-term hobby of getting barely heard but wonderful artists, a little more awareness.
(The folk in this quiet corner are of course amongst the world's music super-rich, whereas ... )


I'll feel much better about being a twit when I'm confident that messages sent actually get received !!!!


::::::::::::

[Globaltruth]

>> I'm not sure what you're trying to get out of Twitter?

Global,
Fame, fortune, celebrity - anything really that will feed a premier league narcissistic personality disorder ... :erm:

::::::::::

Actually for me information from people and places where previously I've been to disorganised or busy to be able to keep up with.
Eg tours, exhibitions and so on. The ' something else ' would be a continuation and expansion of my now very long-term hobby of getting barely heard but wonderful artists, a little more awareness.
(The folk in this quiet corner are of course amongst the world's music super-rich, whereas ... )


I'll feel much better about being a twit when I'm confident that messages sent actually get received !!!!


::::::::::::

Well you're going on the right lines then, although if you post to the hashtags for radio shows whilst they are actually broadcasting rather than an individual you will get more people seeing what you've said.
And hopefully listening to the great music you post.
Especially true on Radio 4, not so much on Radio 3. (could perhaps draw some demographic conclusions...)
you'll find u get lots more followers.
Whether you want them or not.
then you'll quickly find the block option...

I'm quite keen on the #latejunction hashtag which is a bit like a Tweeting version of this place but without the doughty stalwarts, blow-ins and invisible guests (or is it?) In fact even less tweets go on there than posts on here...

Now as to:


http://www.hffax.de/history/assets/images/Reado-Send_Receive.jpg

I'm not sure how to help with this possible send/receive prob. I'm not sure it is a problem. From what I can see you are just using the Twitter app in a browser so there shouldn't be a prob. (As ever with tech, there are a myriad options - stuff like Tweetdeck et al)

I have had 9 tweets from you since the 19th Jan. Does that help?
http://img.slate.com/media/1/123125/123054/2207789/2212650/090306_TECH_twitter.jpg

O crikey, we'd better get back to the music or FF will be withdrawing my licence....
so (so irritating the use of 'so' nowadays)
spotify:track:1v8FEfYamMuzVXOqtQcSTQ
takes us nicely to...
spotify:track:2ByWHZNzM5Ct8yukaSOkv6

and a quick plug for today's Desert Island Discs with Vikram Seth (http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b019rd99#segments) who showed an impressive breadth of musical enthusiasm and knowledge, including an amazing track, made in 1942 by the BBC, featuring the poignant liquid warblings of a nightingale as bombers flew overhead. You can hear it here and read the back-story...
http://www.retronaut.co/2010/09/nightingales-and-bombers/
A complete story in just those few seconds..

[johncorrigan]

And hopefully listening to the great music you post.

Talking of which, Paul, have you been cavorting again with that Ms Matthews - she played Slim Harpo's 'Tip on In' this morning - nothing to do with you by any chance? Marvellous Sunday a.m. listening.:cool:

[Globaltruth]

Slim Harpo's 'Tip on In'

another tip...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NKqGlAkd6CM

[johncorrigan]

another tip...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NKqGlAkd6CM

Ma kinda tipple, G!

[johncorrigan]

and a quick plug for today's Desert Island Discs with Vikram Seth (http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b019rd99#segments) who showed an impressive breadth of musical enthusiasm and knowledge, including an amazing track, made in 1942 by the BBC, featuring the poignant liquid warblings of a nightingale as bombers flew overhead. You can hear it here and read the back-story...
http://www.retronaut.co/2010/09/nightingales-and-bombers/
A complete story in just those few seconds..

Amazing contrast Global - all those years of recordings to catch that moment in time - nightingales as a security risk! Thanks for that Global.

[Paul Sherratt]

Blimey. And we were only talking about Lata Mangeshkar in the newsagents at lunchtime .. ( DID edition, today )
http://gulfnews.com/polopoly_fs/lata-mangeshkar-1.798983!image/2692345701.jpg_gen/derivatives/box_475/2692345701.jpg

[Paul Sherratt]

John,
Tip On In ? ( wonderful thing, isn't it )
Don't think that had anything to do with me although it is on a disc that was sent to Ms M recently.
But you'd know that. Now if she ever plays Mar Mar Aye I WILL take the credit !

Global,
That nightingale / bomber recording is beyond words. Thanks


PS
In true updated 'Hi Fidelity' style you've all got something to spot in your inbox.
I think you'll like it but John, would Ms M ?

[johncorrigan]

PS
In true updated 'Hi Fidelity' style you've all got something to spot in your inbox.
I think you'll like it but John, would Ms M ?
Thanks for that Paul - she does play some music from out east in her Musical Museum of Mankind section which she hasn't run for a few weeks, it being a packed show. She'd be open to Ray Whitely mind you, like I was myself.:winkeye:

As regards MA I thought the guests were fine, loved the Harris/Prine combo, really loved the Bennett especially the starter with Mick Marra, and totally adored the wee bit Cape Breton Fiddle from Natalie McMaster. Grand. I'm a sucker for that easy sound - http://open.spotify.com/track/6i77nbhIAgkzeRiZquLogH
Mary Ann should be sendin' it to Rabbie Shepherd the maestro of the Saturday night hoolie!:whistle:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robbie_Shepherd

[Lateralthinking1]

Thank you Paul for the latest. It will require a new folder in my new Spotify library as there is nothing else from that country to date. I also appreciated the new one from Fionn, GT, but the new cd is less distinctive than the last which sounded thrillingly like antique furniture under snow. Those ledges are missed.

I don't own a mobile phone and never will do so I don't tweet. Interesting though to see from the comments here that the idea is to have a coherent personal philosophy. I identify partially as a crayon set. But on another level there is that thing about spending a year and more only speaking and hearing silently through writing. This of course enables music to assume the role of being the principal provider of actual sound, not that this was originally the intention.

:cool:

[Globaltruth]

I don't own a mobile phone and never will do so I don't tweet. Interesting though to see from the comments here that the idea is to have a coherent personal philosophy.

:cool:

Hmmm, well you don't need a mobile phone to tweet, just the inclination to go to
http://www.twitter.com
register and flail around until you work out how to get it to do what you want...and it is free.:magic:

As free as anything or anyone is.

with regards to a coherent personal philosophy - that doesn't necessarily just have to apply to Twitter...:smiley:

and without it I would never have known about Japanese war tubas...
http://www.retronaut.co/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/010.jpg

[johncorrigan]

and without it I would never have known about Japanese war tubas...
http://www.retronaut.co/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/010.jpg
....and without this board I wouldn't have known about them either. Mind you they'd have struggled to get them over the top when the whistle sounded. (that's what I get for watching Birdsong)

[Globaltruth]

....and without this board I wouldn't have known about them either. Mind you they'd have struggled to get them over the top when the whistle sounded.


....and without this board I wouldn't have known about them either. Mind you they'd have struggled to get them over the top when the whistle sounded

another stereo post? I detect a theme....

PS i always listen to birdsong ? Remember the nightingale and the bombers? Seems so long ago....

[Paul Sherratt]

Oh What A Lovely Post !

[johncorrigan]

another stereo post? I detect a theme....

PS i always listen to birdsong ? Remember the nightingale and the bombers? Seems so long ago....
Thanks Global - one day I'll get the gist of this stuff.

This ain't birdsong but I've been reading my Norman MacCaig Christmas pressie and thought I'd post this one since it's one of my favourite birds to watch on my hols and I think you'll like it.

Ringed Plover By A Water's Edge

They sprint eight feet and -
stop. Like that. They
sprintayard (like that) and
stop.
They have no acceleration
and no brakes.
Top speed's their only one.

They're alive - put life
through a burning-glass, they're
its focus - but they share
the world of delicate clockwork.

In spasmodic
Indian file
they parallel the parallel ripples.

When they stop
they, suddenly, are
gravel.

NORMAN MACCAIG

[Paul Sherratt]

http://www.stephenburch.com/oxonpics/R%20Plover%20Farmoor%2020%20Sept%2008sm.jpg
Thanks John.

Unfortunately my slightly excessive caffeined state keeps making me sing to msyelf " I've been a ringed plover for many a year .... "
( sorry )


Back to MAK .. I was immediately attracted to the sound of Rachel Sermanni. But older fools will rush in and I really wasn't so sure after listening to
three or four other songs. But she is very young. Relatively speaking.

[johncorrigan]

I was immediately attracted to the sound of Rachel Sermanni. But old fools will rush in and I really wasn't so sure after listening to
three or four other songs. But she is very young. Relatively speaking.
She's in a crowded market Paul - that fragile female folk voice is kinda ubiquitous right now - she sometimes sings like a female Paolo Nutini - nothing wrong with that fine Paisley lad - I think she has a good voice but we need to wait to see if the material will follow. Seems to be very good live - some of my pals were very impressed when they saw her in Birnam as a warm-up to a different kind of woman singer called Rumer back in October and she apparently completely won the audience round.
http://open.spotify.com/track/0TmzJDBAa5SOZc08elVSlg

By the way Paul, this is clearly a different kind of plover they're on about. ( no jokes about knitwear please!:whistle:)
http://open.spotify.com/track/75ohJ2xvGMsaoZ7sm42YGl

[Globaltruth]

She's in a crowded market Paul - that fragile female folk voice is kinda ubiquitous right now - she sometimes sings like a female Paolo Nutini - nothing wrong with that fine Paisley lad - I think she has a good voice but we need to wait to see if the material will follow.


I was relieved and vindicated to read both your comments - she was also my main reservation about that show.

Now, obviously we must not judge on appearance but I'm sure you'll agree she does look from her publicity pics as if she has the potential for some imaginative work, once she ditches the equine predilection perhaps....

http://www.retronaut.co/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/1154.jpg

[Paul Sherratt]

Glad you've not made that pic a caption competition, Global. What a pantomime that would have turned out to be.
Is she still looking for someone to be the hind legs, I wonder ?

[johncorrigan]

Glad you've not made that pic a caption competition, Global. What a pantomime that would have turned out to be.
Is she still looking for someone to be the hind legs, I wonder ?
Beecher's Brook anyone?

[Lateralthinking1]

Young Albert's new horse's head handle? Maybe not. Nice photo of Eugenie though. Alison Goldfrapp writes to her fans as a horse of course and in horse speak. I bet Bat For Lashes has been there too.

Has anyone yet mentioned Radio 2's sudden HUGE commitment to world music? I've just discovered it. A series of four whole ONE hour shows presented by Nitin Sawhney. If you blinked you have almost missed the riches. Three out of the four "done".

(Apologies if this was highlighted earlier)

[johncorrigan]

Has anyone yet mentioned Radio 2's sudden HUGE commitment to world music? I've just discovered it. A series of four whole ONE hour shows presented by Nitin Sawhney. If you blinked you have almost missed the riches. Three out of the four "done".

(Apologies if this was highlighted earlier)
Lat you may recall that we had a brief difference of opinion over the merits or otherwise of the Buckley crew following the first programme in the series - I forgot it was on after that. Actually I didn't like his presenting style too much. Tell you what, that Paddy Bush might be a good presenter -when he was on WR I thought he sounded a bit like Charlie G.

[Lateralthinking1]

Sorry JC. I remember the discussion about the Buckleys but hadn't linked it in my mind to that series. I looked at the track lists last night and thought the choices were solid but not inspiring. You have to laugh at how he managed to get one of his in there. Likewise, I recently found that Jazzie B is on BBC London on Fridays covering 70s/80s soul. It is the only place on the radio where they still play Soul II Soul.

:laugh:

Somehow I don't expect that "Road Rage" will feature on Cerys. Standards to be maintained. I do wonder though whether Sawhney on 2 for such a short period is a way of testing the water. Of course, it might just be the tick box mentality. Rodigan was given a reggae programme there, then thrown back onto Kiss, then given a New Years Honour, so who can say? And whatever has happened to Mark Lamarr? He seems to have just disappeared.

Anyhow, I now start with a "3" and feel more than a little uncomfortable about that fact. Still, there are others I could name, but won't, who churn out words more than I do and several who are there or thereabouts. I must now get onto those radio programmes that have been recommended.

[johncorrigan]

When you hear a show like tonight's Global Gathering it makes you despair of the station controllers.

A great set from Ana Moura, me and Lat's probably favourite Fadster (hope I'm not misrepresenting you there Lat:erm:); some smashing tunes; and then an hour in the company of Mary Ann and Lucy D - now that was an excellent conversation and a terrific selection of music from the WROTR CD. I think this is my favourite on the record, from georgia -
http://open.spotify.com/track/2icMZPWbDHEiBaeb4z4i31
Lucy clearly enjoyed the company getting there.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b01bwgwm

Radio Controllers - they make ye want to rip yer knittin'!:grr:

[Lateralthinking1]

When you hear a show like tonight's Global Gathering it makes you despair of the station controllers. A great set from Ana Moura, me and Lat's probably favourite Fadster (hope I'm not misrepresenting you there Lat:erm:); some smashing tunes; and then an hour in the company of Mary Ann and Lucy D - now that was an excellent conversation and a terrific selection of music from the WROTR CD. I think this is my favourite on the record, from georgia -
http://open.spotify.com/track/2icMZPWbDHEiBaeb4z4i31 Lucy clearly enjoyed the company getting there.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b01bwgwmRadio Controllers - they make ye want to rip yer knittin'!:grr:

No misrepresentation. Still, there are all these to listen to yet and that is just since 1990 - Helder Moutinho, Gonçalo Salgueiro, António Zambujo, Miguel Capucho, Rodrigo Costa Félix, Patrícia Rodrigues, Raquel Tavares. Then there's the Coimbra style which is another thing completely. When I was there all I saw were people in harlequin suits walking on stilts around a fountain.

(Actually, not quite true. Said to a consultant at work "Going on holiday this year?". He says "Yes, Portugal". I say "So am I. When are you going?". He says "Next week". I say "So am I - Coimbra." He says "Coimbra - That's where I am going. Might bump into you." Both of us chortle. One week later, get off the train. Walk round the corner into the hotel reception for the first time. Bump into him and his wife. Had been in town for five minutes. He was absolutely horrified. Not me. The association with workplace!)

:smiley:

Riho are one of my favourites on the cd too.

[Oilrig]

But I'll bet Georgian military uniform isn't one of the reasons why... :devil:

[Lateralthinking1]

But I'll bet Georgian military uniform isn't one of the reasons why... :devil:

No. I thought they were beefeaters at first, then I realised they can't be because they are cheerful.

[Globaltruth]

Now that was a cracking show - a lot of uplifting music, particularly from Messrs Edey & Power (and I loved the beat-boxing whatever it is).

Oilrig appears effortlessly knowledgeable. There should be more of her on the radio, not less.

The interviewing was just as if you were a listening to a few chums chatting naturally - and enhanced enjoyment of the music.

Somehow I knew from the very first track that this was going to be a good show....and has given me lots of music to check out further, an incidental benefit of a good Wo3.
A lovely version of the old, classic Freight Train - and why not? Although, in the interests of fairness, there are other versions...Elizabeth Cotten's lovely upside down versionhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NdKvEiW7cWc (so good I have to give you 2 versions...http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IUK8emiWabU

I've been reading about the Gerry Diver (http://www.gerrydiver.co.uk/) project elsewhere (fRoots I think) - a moving piece of work on which to close the show.

I suspect we will hear more of Gerry Diver on upcoming LJ's. http://speechproject.net/ [remember the post about Bandcamp? Well, in the rare case that you do, note that this album is available from there http://speechproject.bandcamp.com/album/speech-project

Overall enjoyed the show so much so that I felt I had to share Google's lovely attempt at translating the lyrics for Chicken Vallenato. :laugh::laugh:


Listen to me boys
I am Enrique Martinez
which is never afraid
if it comes to playing (Bis)
Luis Enrique
The chicken vallenato
is candela
A has what they
Luis Enrique
The chicken vallenato
is candela
I'm going to Toca
Hey guys
hear the note
as touch
vallenato (Bis)
I go out
with my red handkerchief
and my accordion in hand
ready to play (Bis)
Luis Enrique
The chicken vallenato
is candela
A has what they
Luis Enrique
The chicken vallenato
is candela
I'm going to Toca
Hey guys
hear the note
as touch
vallenato (Bis)

Apparently candela is the Spanish word for candle. Which really doesn't help at all. :biggrin:

[Oilrig]

Tonight's World Routes delights - my final foray into Canadian territory from last year's trip over. Joliette is the heart of Quebec's musical world, and De Temps Antan, a fantastic young trio from the La Bottine Souriante stable, were our hosts at the Albion Brasserie for a gig which broke out into a glorious session with the audience turning out to include the likes of Yann Falquet from Genticorum and Natalie Haas, string partner of fiddler, Alasdair Fraser. Hope you enjoy - we certainly did!


http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b01bzqq6

[Paul Sherratt]

That pre-Fidil tune by Eikon, reminded me of a Beatles record or perhaps a song by a Beatle. Can't for the life of me say which one :smiley:
A prize ...

[johncorrigan]

That pre-Fidil tune by Eikon, reminded me of a Beatles record or perhaps a song by a Beatle. Can't for the life of me say which one :smiley:
A prize ...
I'm rifling through the old records, Paul. I thought it might come from Abbey Road, though I'd ruled out Maxwell's Silver Hammer, but I'm now heading for Let it Be, though I'm not considering 'the Long and Winding Road' in my deliberations. A long time ago, that John Cavanagh - Mary Ann said he produced the Two Wings track - used to have a very good Saturday Lunchtime show on Radio Scotty, but the powers that be let it go (not enough footie back then) - don't know what you got till it's gone.:sadface:

Really enjoyed Friday evening's guests - great singer that Rita Tila, I thought.

[Lateralthinking1]

Don't Let Me Down with a bit of Stay With Me Baby also in the tune and some Van Morrison in the arrangement (Real Real Gone). Actually that in itself sounds very much like a variation on the break in the standard "I'm Leaving It All Up To You". The break phrase in this track is pretty much identical. Vocally - more Dengue Fever.

[Paul Sherratt]

Thanks team ! I'm going to listen to check my Beatles cd collection* after the N London derby. Was that Max dressed as Batman's close friend Robin, I wonder ?

*Had a load of vouchers to spend - and could find very little else to buy in HMV ...

[Lateralthinking1]

Thanks team ! I'm going to listen to check my Beatles cd collection* after the N London derby. Was that Max dressed as Batman's close friend Robin, I wonder ?

*Had a load of vouchers to spend - and could find very little else to buy in HMV ...

What did you conclude it was from listening to the Beatles?

[Globaltruth]

Thanks team ! I'm going to listen to check my Beatles cd collection* after the N London derby.
*Had a load of vouchers to spend - and could find very little else to buy in HMV ...

No need to apologise - George was an early pioneer

[leaves gap for YouTube examples]

it's still breakfast time in some quarters so plumps for toast instead

http://www.howtobearetronaut.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/George-Harrison-520x519.jpg

[johncorrigan]

What did you conclude it was from listening to the Beatles?
I thought it had as bit of 'I've got a feeling' in it' - certainly from that era of Beatlie tunes, I think.

[johncorrigan]

Last night Mary Ann played Minnie Ripperton's glorious 'Come to my Garden' as a response, apparently, to Quantic & Alice Russell's excellent 'Look around the corner', but we know different, don't we?:whistle:
http://open.spotify.com/user/trautigan/playlist/6RPodMtgTajQdezBVbJMJa

[Lateralthinking1]

Last night Mary Ann played Minnie Ripperton's glorious 'Come to my Garden' as a response, apparently, to Quantic & Alice Russell's excellent 'Look around the corner', but we know different, don't we?:whistle:
http://open.spotify.com/user/trautigan/playlist/6RPodMtgTajQdezBVbJMJa

Absolutely smashing. I'm heading to the I-Player now.

(Aw, and Anais Mitchell too - this is going to be excellent)

[johncorrigan]

Actually Lat - realised it was 'Les Fleurs' from 'Come into my garden'. Loved it anyway. :blush:

[Lateralthinking1]

Actually Lat - realised it was 'Les Fleurs' from 'Come into my garden'. Loved it anyway. :blush:

Even better. I'm logging off now. Back later.

[Lateralthinking1]

.....I thought the programme was excellent. I enjoyed all the music on it.

When I started with Napster, two of my early finds were Abigail Washburn and Anais Mitchell. I really love that track by Abigail "Bring Me My Queen". It is on a par with "Sometimes", though different. I remember her doing it in session.

As for Anais, in a different era she would be a huge star. She still should be. I still can't understand why she isn't but wouldn't necessarily wish for it as it can lead to bad things. I have been critical of the kind of singing voice she has in others. It is very popular these days not to sound like, say, Mavis Staples. I think it began with Stina Nordenstam who is another I like but when you hear a hundred like it, it just seems lazy. People just trying to sound cool and producing what the record labels want.

But there is a great beauty and charm to Anais, a touching sincerity and also irony in her singing, a little bit of cheek. Her accompaniment always strikes chords, whereas the guitar playing of many sounds simply ordinary. Her lyrics are absolutely terrific and she as a person is really nice. In a funny sort of way, she reminds me as a songwriter of Joni Mitchell and that isn't because of the name. It is probably because of the scope and depth. Real substance. Here are two of my favourites of hers:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EAMtuTGICgw&feature=related

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h6HLTBwCFO0

I was surprised to hear that the Quantic track is from a forthcoming cd. I am sure I know it. Nice to hear a taster of the next one from Amadou and Mariam. Good selections from the Songlines nominations. Khyam Allami making good progress since his support from Radio 3 and the two very good tracks from Wrasse. Really couldn't fault the programme at all. A good 'un.

[Oddball]

Yes Anaϊs is quite remarkable - sometimes feel that MAK's shows are a bit "girly" - but not this one - a very good show.

[Oilrig]

I'm intrigued...! Care to expand on 'girly' for one who's known for having to be persuaded on the female singer-songwriter front?

[johncorrigan]

I'm intrigued...! Care to expand on 'girly' for one who's known for having to be persuaded on the female singer-songwriter front?
....wondered if it was as opposed to Boyly?:yikes:

[Globaltruth]

....wondered if it was as opposed to Boyly?:yikes:

Dangerous territory JC....I have to say though that I'll both criticise (constructively I hope) and praise (where it's due) but I've never considered any of Oilrig's shows 'girly'; I mean, yes, the pink tartan and the sparkly princess-style bagpipes can be a little offputting at first, but I like to try & look past all that.



(that's a joke, Oily...)

[Oilrig]

You've seen my wardrobe, then...

[Paul Sherratt]

>>You've seen my wardrobe, then...

No, not me, but I'm guessing this is a glimpse of your dressing table :smiley:
http://www.whdfas.org.uk/images/Macintosh%20House%20for%20an%20Art%20Lover.jpg

[Paul Sherratt]

Oddball,

What are the main attributes of girly and manly music programmes ?

:smiley:

Quiz
Where are leather boots still in style for manly footwear ?

[Paul Sherratt]

And while my ears are still ringing to the Anais Mitchell frequencies I'd like to put in a modest request.

Iris Dement in session. Sometime.
http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_Ah8aUzc9UiU/S-v47BpjjYI/AAAAAAAACvs/nxOJW_4SqqQ/s1600/irisdement_opt.jpg

If you don't ask you won't get
... He reached down for Lifeline

[Oddball]

Dictionary definition of "girly" gives various meanings, but the one closest to my intention is "little girl".

I would not accuse MAK of being a little girl, she is obviously a strong headed quick witted female.

My comment was not a considered opinion, but an impression I have formed on occasion when deciding whether to continue listening or to switch over to - perhaps the latest Schubert instalment.

There have been occasions when MAK introduces a fairly straight forward female folk singer (one I recall hailed from Cornwall) singing a very straight forward song about love , marriage, broken hearts etc, and then the interview to be interspersed with girlish giggles about apparently nothing consequential. So this would be aurally equivalent to two little girls talking about something of interest to them (usually conducted in whispers), but nothing that would be of interest to the male of the species - and no doubt none of his business.

[handsomefortune]

Yes Anaϊs is quite remarkable

agreed oddball - lyrically definitely.

though to my ears her voice is pretty hideous...but it doesn't matter because anais's lyrics are thoroughly worthwhile. the main objective really is that her lyrics get heard, i guess, and good sense + an oddly manipulative, coy? singing style might just help? however, i'd find her 100% unlistenable if she sang about common themes, more traditional to women performers. you know, 'what's expected'!



for one who's known for having to be persuaded on the female singer-songwriter front?

an embarrassing, uncomfortable position to be in, especially for female audiences to relate to. i wonder how this situation has come about? it's unpleasant to feel harsh, especially when someone's put effort in ... yet doesn't create a sensation of any sort of solidarity...just yawning.

is anyone really that interested in failed romance, betrayal, etc, unless themes are expressed with imagination, or a unique new take on (very over) familiar themes? therefore, i can't help wondering precisely who such women are singing to? someone to ....h-e-l-p them, usually....by at least listening. BUT it's an odd, sort of circular thingy, that personally i really struggle to participate in, as a listener/viewer.

but then, boylys can be just as guilty, have their own tedious set of ruts....perhaps just not quite as predictably as the girlys. but it's often a close call, and perhaps the chaps 'get round things' by doing a few cover versions, whereas women might 'faithfully' plump for (yet) another original, if tiresome song about a hideous ex bf?

generally, i hope the occupy thingy jolts people out of more predictable creative habits, that some genres specifically tend to return to, as a perennial default position. anais demonstrates the possibility of a different lyrical sensibility well i think, and doesn't limit herself vocally by only playing jangley rhythm guitar either, thankfully.

nothing that would be of interest to the male of the species - and no doubt none of his business.

nothing of interest to women either seemingly, and i wondered if men might like it tbh? i suspect that actually, no one likes it, it's just 'what's expected'! :laugh: perhaps it merely typifies the formulaic nature of the music business, post 'shangrilas' (sp)?

[Paul Sherratt]

And today, handsome, is a very good day to go walking in the sands ( extended version )

[johncorrigan]

Not sure how long Global Gathering's got left,:sadface: but it made for fine listening last night.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b01f524r

Once again Mary Ann did a very good double act with Mr Cronshaw, this time discussing the Taragot; and I really enjoyed the Gheorghe Trambitas track 'Batranesc din Grosii Baii Mari' which was beautifully low key.

[Oddball]

MAK's show 13th April first class in my book, she is clearly a very talented artist/presenter.

[johncorrigan]

MAK's show 13th April first class in my book, she is clearly a very talented artist/presenter.
No argument from this quarter, OB! High quality, committed, knowledgeable....and always improving....wish they had the playlist up. And while it's still there, don't forget you can catch her on Radio Scotty for her Global Gathering.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b01g6375

[Globaltruth]

I thought the 13th April show contained some quite out of character tracks from Oilrig - and I also thought it was excellent. Perhaps we'll do a more comprehensive review later.

(or just lazily wait for Lat to flesh it out with style )

[johncorrigan]

I thought the 13th April show contained some quite out of character tracks from Oilrig - and I also thought it was excellent. Perhaps we'll do a more comprehensive review later.

(or just lazily wait for Lat to flesh it out with style )
I'd like a spot of playlist to assist - enjoyed the guests - they sounded very interesting - Oilrig provided an excellent platform for them to tell their stories, doncha just think?

[johncorrigan]

Great entry into last night's show from the Mountain Music project - I got completely caught out about where the vocalist was coming from - nowhere near, in fact.
Still listening on LA, but a great intro to the show with a fine piece by the regugee all stars.

[Globaltruth]

Well you're in for a treat - as usual Ms E Carthy was singing from deep within her soul - that new Imagined Village LP isn't out till May 14 tho.
the session worked well too, and I managed to miss the interview.............

And do hang on for the very last track which reminded me of the Deighton family. In a good way.

Oilrig deserves a bunch of flowers or a pint...or both.

[johncorrigan]

Well you're in for a treat - as usual Ms E Carthy was singing from deep within her soul - that new Imagined Village LP isn't out till May 14 tho.
the session worked well too, and I managed to miss the interview.............

And do hang on for the very last track which reminded me of the Deighton family. In a good way.

Oilrig deserves a bunch of flowers or a pint...or both.
Didn't think I'd heard you mention a new Imagined Village, Global, and now I know why. I loved the guests - it's that mesmerising aspect of the oud that gets me.
Thought the Paprika Balkinicus track was terrific and the Malawi Mouse Boys likewise - it was nice to have the playlist up.

As for a :ale: for OR, I always imagine her as more of a Drammy Queen.

[Oilrig]

I'll take the daffs thank you!

Three weeks remaining on Global (not you GT, the show :smiley:) - Salsa Celtica tonight with their new singer/fiddler Megan Henderson (also of Breabach and wee sister to Ewan of Battlefield Band and Allan of Blazin Fiddles).

[Globaltruth]

I'll take the daffs thank you!

Three weeks remaining on Global (not you GT, the show :smiley:) - Salsa Celtica tonight with their new singer/fiddler Megan Henderson (also of Breabach and wee sister to Ewan of Battlefield Band and Allan of Blazin Fiddles).

3 weeks - it's just plain wrong. I'm definitely going to listen to these last 3...

Here's yer flahrs...
http://cdn1.retronaut.co/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/Flowers-6.jpg

[Oilrig]

What a gent!

[Oilrig]

Tuesday night on BBC Rad Scottie - our swansong in celebration of lovely Martyn Bennett - 'Aye' an inspiration!

[johncorrigan]

Tuesday night on BBC Rad Scottie - our swansong in celebration of lovely Martyn Bennett - 'Aye' an inspiration!
Thanks Oilrig - a fine idea, Martyn Bennett - so sad to see GG departing - those Tuesday evening car journeys won't be nearly so enjoyable - Radio Scotland will be very much the poorer for its removal from the schedules, and for there being less of you around.:sadface:

[johncorrigan]

Tuesday night on BBC Rad Scottie - our swansong in celebration of lovely Martyn Bennett - 'Aye' an inspiration!
All in one go, Tuesday eveniing celebrated the premature departure of two high spots of Scottish culture, Martyn Bennett and Mary Ann Kennedy's Global Gathering - two greats sadly gone, long before their time.:sadface:
http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b01h61h6

[Globaltruth]

Oilrig played a track from Diabel Cissokho on Fri., and I think OP did too during his tenure.

Diabel has 2 albums on Spot. the one just out (http://open.spotify.com/album/68cCP0bwAmxmdLe2jfy8CL) and a previous collaboration (http://open.spotify.com/track/4wdH8K4chWWlo4HYsFhBLC) with a young bluesman, Ramon Goose. Worth investigating...

[just off to see what possible images of roast hamster & world music I can find for the other thread. don't hold your breath.]

[Globaltruth]

All in one go, Tuesday evening celebrated the premature departure of two high spots of Scottish culture, Martyn Bennett and Mary Ann Kennedy's Global Gathering - two greats sadly gone, long before their time.:sadface:
http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b01h61h6

Brave, positive,memorable and life-affirming exit from Oilrig.
More than just a tribute.
Just terrific - hairs raise on the back of my neck whenever I listen to some of Martyn Bennett's music.
And that doesn't happen too often nowadays

For anyone new to his work, here's a good place to start
http://www.martynbennett.com/

2 days left to listen

and I've just found this Martyn Bennett track on Spotify..for some reason doesn't come up when you search on name,http://open.spotify.com/track/40XWZ7YfLa7FzWmEQKb9Ck

[johncorrigan]

Just terrific - hairs raise on the back of my neck whenever I listen to some of Martyn Bennett's music.
And that doesn't happen too often nowadays
I'm sure you posted it originally Global, but I thought I'd just stick up a reminder of Hallaig with Sorley MacLean reading his own poem.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VzewXmgVzL4

[johncorrigan]

Heaven forbid that I appear a moan, but I'm not sure what irritates me more, the playlist that doesn't arrive or as on Oilrig's show this evening, the one that's already up - wee bit early I'd say - I assume they get Friday afternoon off in the studio. Wo3 not live yet I assume - bit of a lengthy trip after the show I suppose.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b01hjqlq

[Globaltruth]

If, for reasons that would not interest fellow forum members, you are required to drive through the desolate hinterland that is the British Midlands slightly late at night, at times whilst passing through broken-down city centres infested by real-nonlive zombies, may I suggest there is no better listening than Oilrig's show to keep you alert, interested and entertained.

Which takes us onto Jim Moray - I've seen him live a few times and generally like his work. But (and there's invariably a 'but') I did feel, based on the tracks from the new album, that there was a lack of passion in the new work. For example the reason for choosing the songs '...that people hadn't heard much'. I'd prefer it if the choice was made because he cared deeply about the songs. And maybe he does - but It all felt a little too cerebral although finely-crafted without a doubt, superbly performed, but more ragged edges would be excellent. Perhaps he needs a muse and/or a few more late nights driven to distraction. Perhaps it was just me on a particularly grim journey through the rain.

A really good interview though - a whole show of the two of them discussing the Child Ballads (http://www.sacred-texts.com/neu/eng/child/) would not go amiss. Probably in Fat Chance territory with that request..



And Oilrig has her own interview section in the latest fRoots magazine. Worth reading as much for what she doesn't say as for what she does..

[johncorrigan]

If, for reasons that would not interest fellow forum members, you are required to drive through the desolate hinterland that is the British Midlands slightly late at night, at times whilst passing through broken-down city centres infested by real-nonlive zombies, may I suggest there is no better listening than Oilrig's show to keep you alert, interested and entertained.
Aye, MAK's grand company in the motor and I find she never complains about your driving. :cool:

[Oddball]

Aye, MAK's grand company in the motor and I find she never complains about your driving. :cool:

A terrific programme - fully worthy of a 2 hour slot. If there is one criticism, there was almost too much music there of different varieties - enough for two programmes.

Particularly enjoyed MAK going afro in the first part of the programme - but in hoping for a folk tribute to Donna Summer I was doomed to disappointment.

Anais Mitchell.

And the French duo of flute +tuba = some of the most interesting Jazz I have heard recently.

[Lateralthinking1]

I caught bits of the programme last night and am about to listen to it in full. I really liked "Mdole" by Burkina Electric. Very atmospheric and what a distinctive voice. Certainly that one is a perfect soundtrack to the kind of scenario described by GT.

As a teenager, I remember coming back through areas close to Brixton, and through Streatham, in the car at night. Having visited relatives, we were heading out to the suburbs past various bombsites, figures in shadows and graffiti covered squats. George Davis is Innocent. Support the IRA. Dub like tracks on the radio were then felt to be both broadly connecting and safely insulating. Later, I was in such areas regularly attending gigs, travelling back by night bus. The very same places felt entirely different. Just as when now listening to Annie Nightingale (only ever) on the A303, it is all about the juxtaposition, interpretation and imagination. That for me is the endlessly fascinating thing about - what she we call them? - vibes.

From memory, Jim Moray's awards came a year or two after Seth Lakeman's. There was an interview with the latter conducted by Andy Kershaw. I got the distinct impression he wasn't overly keen. While polite, he appeared to hint strongly that he felt it was all a bit commercial and compromised. Not necessarily in the music itself but more in terms of the promotion. Arguably Moray takes that further with what is a distinctly indie take on folk. For better or worse, he is almost gothic is he not? Ordinarily such concerns wouldn't worry me much and in the case of Moray the concept even suggests possibilities. As it is, I have one CD by each of them and like them well enough but tend to feel that both artists are good rather than great.

[johncorrigan]

That Roberto Fonseca is really top notch - the second track he played was as good a bit of jazz as I've heard in a wee while - but he has such a range. Really enjoyed the show. Funny hearing Peter Nardini again after so many years - AK used to play him back in R1 days and I'm sure he was in for a session. But he went back to painting. Back in March I was at a birthday party and he got out of the crowd to perform a couple of tunes - very good they were too. Mary Ann not so sure, but is clearly awaiting the arrival of some Cape Bretons with joyous anticipation.

[Oilrig]

Quebec-ers John! And yes, Le Vent du Nord were in fantastically good form, survived the Orkney Folk Festival (marginally quieter than Shetland, they said, but not much!) and various other gigs to land up at Maida Vale 3 for a final flourish before they head for home. They'll be on the show on Friday. Plus this:

http://www.fremeaux.com/index.php?option=com_virtuemart&page=shop.livrets&content_id=6731&product_id=1335&category_id=128

Some very odd gaps in the info (much of which could have been found out pretty easily by actually talking to a Gael) and the recordings in fact go well up into the mid-70s, but the collection is a gem, with some real rarities in there.

[johncorrigan]

Quebec-ers John!
OOOOOOOPS!!!!!! :blush:

[Oilrig]

:cool:

[johncorrigan]

Them Quebec-ers, Le Vent du Nord, were terrific - they make music sound so effortless - a right good sounding bunch of guys to have around. Nice show - great bits of Doc Watson in there and loved to hear the Dona Rosa song. Must go back and listen to more of her again. :smiley:

[Lateralthinking1]

Them Quebec-ers, Le Vent du Nord, were terrific - they make music sound so effortless - a right good sounding bunch of guys to have around. Nice show - great bits of Doc Watson in there and loved to hear the Dona Rosa song. Must go back and listen to more of her again. :smiley:

I am looking forward to hearing this programme and very much enjoyed Dentdelion on Spotify for which, John, many thanks. :smiley:

[johncorrigan]

very much enjoyed Dentdelion on Spotify for which, John, many thanks. :smiley:
Oilrig played it last year after her Canadian trip, Lat, and I just loved it - great voice..

[Oilrig]

Sometimes, it's good to be paid to talk about other folks making music.

THE VOICE SQUAD

Thoroughly decent chaps and stunning musicians - and all on a Sunday morning!!

They have been - for many, many years - the Christmas heralds in this house - so wonderful to be not dissappointed in real life!!!

[Paul Sherratt]

Sunday morning ?



Anyway went looking for a favourite Voice Squad but got sidetracked as usual
Sung in Sunday Best
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aqBGlpd5IIE&feature=related

[Globaltruth]

Sometimes, it's good to be paid to talk about other folks making music.

THE VOICE SQUAD

Thoroughly decent chaps and stunning musicians - and all on a Sunday morning!!

They have been - for many, many years - the Christmas heralds in this house - so wonderful to be not dissappointed in real life!!!

Saw them live years (and years) ago in Whitby introduced with a huge recommendation by Norma W. didn't they stop for a few years? Anyway I agree - just great.

[johncorrigan]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aqBGlpd5IIE&feature=related
Hey it's that nice introducer man again, Paul - what is his name? Lovely voice he's got.

[johncorrigan]

Them Voice Squad were terrific and I'm sure I haven't heard a finer version of the Parting Glass.

[Oilrig]

Them Voice Squad were terrific and I'm sure I haven't heard a finer version of the Parting Glass.


The only disappointment in this session was my spelling in writing about it above - apologies! The Parting Glass was a total indulgence of me on their part (for which massive thanks!) - but the finest thing they've possibly ever done was on John Renbourn's Traveler's Prayer album, with John's own reworking of the Wexford Carol sung as a quartet with Mairead Ni Dhomhnaill. :mistletoe: Stunning, stunning, stunning - go listen and do not return if you have not wept.

[Globaltruth]

The only disappointment in this session was my spelling in writing about it above - apologies! The Parting Glass was a total indulgence of me on their part (for which massive thanks!) - but the finest thing they've possibly ever done was on John Renbourn's Traveler's Prayer album, with John's own reworking of the Wexford Carol sung as a quartet with Mairead Ni Dhomhnaill. :mistletoe: Stunning, stunning, stunning - go listen and do not return if you have not wept.

ok, have now caught up with this altogether great show via iPlayer.

Hmm, may have to give this one a 9 out of 10. And that's exceeding rare, Oilrig, exceeding rare.

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A couple of items:

Dominic Behan singing of the Brown & Yellow Ale
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dsf6I8GeHjk

That throw-away comment from the VS about James Joyce liking the song led me to...

We know some of James Joyce's favourites. His favourite operatic composer was Verdi. His favourite liturgical composer was Palestrina. When young his favourite song was "Silent, O Moyle." In later life, "The Brown Ale and the Yellow Ale." Or was it "Finnegans Wake?" He confessed (unexpectedly) a great admiration for Schoenberg. Not so the works of another contemporary, Igor Stravinsky, that Joyce said "not even a canary could sing." Joyce knew Busoni in Zurich, but called his work Orchesterbetriebe ("orchestral goings-on").
from an excellent:-
http://www.themodernword.com/joyce/joyce_paper_harvey.html


Jog jig jogged stopped. Dandy tan show of dandy Boylan socks skyblue clocks came light to earth.
O, look we are so! Chamber music. Could make a kind of pun on that. It is a kind of music I often thought when she. Acoustics that is. Tinkling. Empty vessels make most noise. Because the acoustics, the resonance changes according to the weight of the water is equal to the law of falling water. Like those rhapsodies of Liszt's, Hungarian, gipsyeyed. Pearls. Drops. Rain. Diddle iddle addle aadle oodle oodle. Hiss. Now. Maybe now. Before.
(Ulysses, p. 364)


A history of The Parting Glass & the amazing number of different versions here (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Parting_Glass)...there are some who'll maybe recall Bobby Z nicking the idea & the tune http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RHGlu2LOWr8 - but as this tune has been on the planet since the 1770s' it seems you just have to say "trad. arr."

but let's not go into ethnomusicology mode, just the lyrics themselves are worth a post in their own right:

Of all the money e'er I had,
I spent it in good company.
And all the harm e'er I've done,
Alas! it was to none but me.
And all I've done for want of wit
To mem'ry now I can't recall
So fill to me the parting glass
Good night and joy be with you all.
So fill to me the parting glass
And drink a health whate'er befalls
Then gently rise and softly call
"Good night and joy be to you all"
Oh, all the comrades e'er I had,
They're sorry for my going away,
And all the sweethearts e'er I had,
They'd wish me one more day to stay,
But since it falls unto my lot,
That I should rise and you should not,
I gently rise and softly call,
Good night and joy be with you all.
If I had money enough to spend,
And leisure time to sit awhile,
There is a fair maid in this town,
That sorely has my heart beguiled.
Her rosy cheeks and ruby lips,
I own she has my heart in thrall,

Then fill to me the parting glass,

Good night and joy be with you all.

[johncorrigan]

A history of The Parting Glass & the amazing number of different versions here (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Parting_Glass)...there are some who'll maybe recall Bobby Z nicking the idea & the tune http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RHGlu2LOWr8 - but as this tune has been on the planet since the 1770s' it seems you just have to say "trad. arr."

but let's not go into ethnomusicology mode, just the lyrics themselves are worth a post in their own right:
Thanks mightily for the post Global - hope you're not too waterlogged down by. My experience of 'Parting Glass' is slightly different. I was on a training course in Coupar Angus five years back. The course was being delivered by some very fine citizens of the US of A. At the end of what was a very interesting and enjoyable few days, we were ready to say farewell. One of the women on the course, a fairly eccentric lady from N Ireland, I have to say, who had a fairly pronounced stutter stood up and said she had something to contribute (cue some raised eyebrows I have to say) and she proceeded to sing the Parting Glass - I can tell you that the eyebrows were no longer raised - by the end there was not a dry eye in the house - the Americans, and everyone else, were overwhelmed - first time I'd ever heard the song. I've heard others sing it since then, cara Dillon for example, but never quite so great as that first time - so I was really taken by the wonderful version on Mary Ann's Wo3 the other evening. Just terrific - haven't got to the Wexford carol yet (interweb problems) but am looking forward to it very much.

[johncorrigan]

Oilrig's back from Womad and she's got Bela Fleck and Oumou Sangaré on as guests this evening on a short shift - only 75 mins - she's also got something from the upcoming Karine Polwart release. This one's going to be on it - here it is from the Darwin Song Project last year. I could imagine Dick Gaughan having a good go at this one.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=22PP3Lnm6y4