It's officially been 3 years since 'Lotusflow3r/MPLSound/Elixer' (3 Years for a New 'Offical Worldwide release') and I just wanted to share my thoughts on this release. It's hard to believe it's taken so long, what is he DOING? Haha

Feel free to comment, and share your moments and thoughts towards this delivery!

I was extremely nervous, and I have to learn to talk slow, and deliver all the points necessary. However, I still hope some of that which I highlighted gave insight and intrigue?

I hope this brought some interest to you all!

Thanks again!

[Edited 3/29/12 9:10am]

You didn't look nervous at all. If saw this clip and wasn't a fan it would make me want to check it out. Boom and Elixir are the bomb.

Exceptional review! ! !

:)

Well you have anew subscriber..really enjoyed your vid man

as I was watching it , I made my way over to put lotusflow3r on, which I do like but it took me more time to get into than most of Prince's stuff, but like you said over time you begin to find more things with certain material and listening now, it is a really strong album. Plus I think I payed the full £30 for it in HMV uk as well, as that was one of the only ways I could get it at that time and felt pretty ripped off for that price, so always held that against it, but it's PRince and I think there'll always be something crazy someone will do for their idols work.

Definitely agree with stuff like Another like me

but really good video man, will check out some of your other stuff as well and look forward to hearing more.

Uhhhh...4rm reads as "Form." Not "from."

You're welcome.

Genesia said:

Uhhhh...4rm reads as "Form." Not "from."

You're welcome.

I read it as "forum".

^ I read it as "Form the lotus".

thedance said:

^ I read it as "Form the lotus".

And now you can read it as 'From The Lotus...' Hahaha

Genesia said:

Uhhhh...4rm reads as "Form." Not "from."

You're welcome.

I guess it does? My mind was going out of whack, so late at night when I originally edited it... I just changed it. )P

Thank you

NeonCraxx said:

Exceptional review! ! !

Thanks a LOT Neon!

Llanishenlad said:

Well you have anew subscriber..really enjoyed your vid man

as I was watching it , I made my way over to put lotusflow3r on, which I do like but it took me more time to get into than most of Prince's stuff, but like you said over time you begin to find more things with certain material and listening now, it is a really strong album. Plus I think I payed the full £30 for it in HMV uk as well, as that was one of the only ways I could get it at that time and felt pretty ripped off for that price, so always held that against it, but it's PRince and I think there'll always be something crazy someone will do for their idols work.

Definitely agree with stuff like Another like me

but really good video man, will check out some of your other stuff as well and look forward to hearing more.

Thank you very much! I just got your subscription! Thanks man!

Really? You payed the full price for it? MAN! Over there in the UK and Europe, they really charge you guys the real deal for Material. Much more expensive than it is here. I picked up mine for 1.00$! Haha, when it first came out it was 11.99 so still a reasonable prince. I know over there, I read where it's actually more expensive for CD's and stuff. I can only imagine how it feels. I would probably feel ripped off as well. Especially since it's just paper and cardboard. If it was vinyl that price makes more sense. lol. You're right though! I've been through heights and depths for some Prince material.

Yeah..Another Like me..is up there with 'Life O' The Party' when makes songs like that..it just makes me shake my head. He's much bigger than that. Haha

Thank you though! It means a lot! I am in the process of forming some other stuff. I use to be a heavy random explosive of a lot things, but I', sticking to some type of sequence that really exemplifies the depth of my expression. I don't want to go all over the place all the time. Haha

JesteRants is just a place where I rant about what's trending.

lust said:

You didn't look nervous at all. If saw this clip and wasn't a fan it would make me want to check it out. Boom and Elixir are the bomb.

TRUST ME I WAS. Haha. Thank you though! Boom & Elixer are very strong tracks aren't they? They get passed often it seems....but they are pretty wise!

Genesia said:

Uhhhh...4rm reads as "Form." Not "from."

You're welcome.

Uhhhh....you come across as a condescending know-it-all.

You're welcome.

RodeoSchro said:

Genesia said:

Uhhhh...4rm reads as "Form." Not "from."

You're welcome.

I read it as "forum".

Or that.

mask said:

Genesia said:

Uhhhh...4rm reads as "Form." Not "from."

You're welcome.

Uhhhh....you come across as a condescending know-it-all.

You're welcome.

An observation you've made before - which makes you boring as hell.

You're welcome.

RodeoSchro said:

Genesia said:

Uhhhh...4rm reads as "Form." Not "from."

You're welcome.

I read it as "forum".

I read it as "forearm."

I really enjoyed this. You didn't look or sound nervous at all doing this. I would really like you to be a guest on my new podcast.

Jester,

Just checked out your new video on Lotus. You know I gave the disks a listen when they first came out and acknowledged a couple of my highlights, but thought overall they didn't live up. Your review makes me want to pull them out and listen again! You have so much excitement about a lot of the songs. I want to see if I can feel it, too. Maybe I didn't give it a fair shot the first time around. I'm the kind of fan that hasn't like anything released after 95.

Anyways, you looking sharp! I like listening to you.

I don't subscribe to youtube, so keep letting us know when you post a new video. I'd love to keep watching. Keep up the energy!

silverchild said:

I really enjoyed this. You didn't look or sound nervous at all doing this. I would really like you to be a guest on my new podcast.

Really? Thank you!!! That means a lot! I was nervous because my eyes kept wandering in other places. Haha. I was nervous! I got to take it easy. Haha. I would love to be a guest on your podcast though! That would simply be Fantastic!

CallMeCarrie said:

Jester,

Just checked out your new video on Lotus. You know I gave the disks a listen when they first came out and acknowledged a couple of my highlights, but thought overall they didn't live up. Your review makes me want to pull them out and listen again! You have so much excitement about a lot of the songs. I want to see if I can feel it, too. Maybe I didn't give it a fair shot the first time around. I'm the kind of fan that hasn't like anything released after 95.

Anyways, you looking sharp! I like listening to you.

I don't subscribe to youtube, so keep letting us know when you post a new video. I'd love to keep watching. Keep up the energy!

Thank you Carrie!!

You been a fan since 95'? That is so awesome! I have lot fervor about what I think is good, but for the most part. Music makes me excited, especially good music, and The Lotusflow3r has a lot good material I can listen to often! Maybe you did give it a fair shot, and just didn't like it? I'm glad this motivated you, to give it another spin though!

I appreciate the compliments! S T Y L E you got it. Haha, I'm all about style and looking like 'I know.' haha. Thanks for listening!

I'll have to post here, whenever I make a new video for now until I have a way of making people know I made a new video. Thank you very much for your interest and comment!

Efan said:

RodeoSchro said:

I read it as "forum".

I read it as "forearm."

4 arm...lol

I like "Another Like Me".. it is stupid and embarrassing, and the verses have no melody and poor singing, but I think the song is fun.

"Dance 4 Me", "Here" and "Ol' Skool Company" are fine, too.

I love the Lotusflow3r disc, but I sometimes skip everything from 4Ever - 77 Beverly Park. "Wall Of Berlin" is in my top 10 favorite Prince songs.

Elixer is decent. I like "All This Love", "Something U Already Know", "Everytime" and "Kept Woman". ... "Here Eye Come" tries too hard to be sexy; and "Another Boy" + "Immersion" are two of the most boring songs I've ever heard.

Very Cool video and I really dug your little music/beat box bit...(good talking voice and it sounds like you can sing too.....God , I hate that, not a note in my head unless placed there by others).

But in relation to your opening line in this forum (4rm, 4m...whateva) stating that Lotusflower was the last proper worldwide release..this is wrong , it was an American exclusive that other countries imported in, hence why the big price in England as well as here in Ireland (Yeah I got mine in HMV too at 35 Euro)

Keep up the good work and thanks for sharing your thoughts.

jfrost said:

Very Cool video and I really dug your little music/beat box bit...(good talking voice and it sounds like you can sing too.....God , I hate that, not a note in my head unless placed there by others).

But in relation to your opening line in this forum (4rm, 4m...whateva) stating that Lotusflower was the last proper worldwide release..this is wrong , it was an American exclusive that other countries imported in, hence why the big price in England as well as here in Ireland (Yeah I got mine in HMV too at 35 Euro)

Keep up the good work and thanks for sharing your thoughts.

TRUST ME!..I can not sing. People usually comment on my voice..Thank you for that! But, I assure you I am tone deaf. "You see the rappers problem, usually stems from being toned deaf.."- Dead On It. I'm not a rapper, but I am certaintly tone deaf. Hahaha

Thank you for correcting me! I had no clue other countries used the 'Importing' method. Thanks for the clear up!! I will be sure to add that! I would not want to lead people with the wrong information. LOL.

EyeJester7 said:

Ok cool! I'll send you an orgnote or PM you some information. I would love to get into some Prince stuff on the show. Again, that was really excellent!

EyeJester7,

What you clearly do not realise yet is that you are a NATURAL when it comes to articulating or presenting. Your style, too, is naturally inclusive and warm, which I believe is why so many of us are welcoming your enthusiasm and positivity. Personally speaking, I loved the way you signed off by saying PEACE and BE WILD!

peace and be wild,

Spirit

silverchild said:

EyeJester7 said:

Really? Thank you!!! That means a lot! I was nervous because my eyes kept wandering in other places. Haha. I was nervous! I got to take it easy. Haha. I would love to be a guest on your podcast though! That would simply be Fantastic!

Ok cool! I'll send you an orgnote or PM you some information. I would love to get into some Prince stuff on the show. Again, that was really excellent!

Be sure to share with us what you guys work on. I dug both of ya'll youtube review work. And EyeJester, keep it coming

CrabalockerFishwife said:

I like "Another Like Me".. it is stupid and embarrassing, and the verses have no melody and poor singing, but I think the song is fun.

"Dance 4 Me", "Here" and "Ol' Skool Company" are fine, too.

I love the Lotusflow3r disc, but I sometimes skip everything from 4Ever - 77 Beverly Park. "Wall Of Berlin" is in my top 10 favorite Prince songs.

Elixer is decent. I like "All This Love", "Something U Already Know", "Everytime" and "Kept Woman". ... "Here Eye Come" tries too hard to be sexy; and "Another Boy" + "Immersion" are two of the most boring songs I've ever heard.

Really? I tried listening to it after I made my review for it, and I think it's the lyrics that spoil it for me. He sounds like he is forced to sing it. Haha. The ending is the most bearable part. Haha

'Here Eye Come' is a little bit much of a 'Work' to appeal. "O I feel like that little dirty blonde girl, in 9 & 1/2 weeks" That line made me watch the movie, which is awesome! Haha

REALLY? Immersion is boring to you? I think that is a 'dreamy' song...lol. "Very adept in the art of hearing.." The lyrics are beautiful and it sounds like something out of a poetry book. Haha..But I get where you are coming from!

Btw, your user name is one of the most unique usernames I ever saw anywhere...lol

silverchild said:

EyeJester7 said:

Really? Thank you!!! That means a lot! I was nervous because my eyes kept wandering in other places. Haha. I was nervous! I got to take it easy. Haha. I would love to be a guest on your podcast though! That would simply be Fantastic!

Ok cool! I'll send you an orgnote or PM you some information. I would love to get into some Prince stuff on the show. Again, that was really excellent!

THANK YOU! I can't wait to hear from you in greater detail! That will be the gravey! I would like to be apart of it! I am a new listener to your music profile! You are an exceptional writer, with such a diverse and prolific music understanding of all kinds! I got so much capthing up to do! Consider me a faithful one! Excellent stuff!

As far as Lotus,,,,

I'd say "The Rainbow Children" is the prelude to this album, as far as production is concerned. It doesn't feel like there was an overlap between the two albums, it sounded like they were recorded during the same period. Def a top notch production.