Yes and Check the record is definitely among the strongest tracks on the album but I wish Yes was longer. Welcome 2 The Dawn | |
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I almost wonder if this is a piece of art that Prince didn't want to make but had to so it would get out of his head.
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It was all a dream For something in between But never asking why Tied up on a leash Maybe we'd all be saved
(talking about you, talking about me, we will all be)
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The cynic in me is bummed out that regardless of the quality of the album, reviewers are gonna heap of ton of praise only because it's a posthumous release when, in all likelihood, it probably slots with a lot of stuff he released past 2000 that those same people would kind of ignore. | |
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If this was an issue with the CDR's they supposedly 'found' and they haven't bothered to locate the master tapes to correct it, I wouldn't be surprised in the least | |
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I immediately thought of Sly on those songs too (except Hot Summer, which made me think of suicide).
There's no immediately catchy bangers like 20TEN had (Lavaux, Beginning Endlessly, etc), but CTR, Yes, ODWABF, and 1000 Light Years are really cool. | |
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"That's when stars collide. When there's space for what u want, and ur heart is open wide." | |
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I'm hearing the clicks in the bass fill after the first chorus as well. Dag nabbit! "That's when stars collide. When there's space for what u want, and ur heart is open wide." | |
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SchlomoThaHomo said:
Obviously, I can't tell for certain that this album is a straight CD-R rip, although the clicks and distortion on a couple of the tracks do heavily imply it. If it is indeed CD-R sourced, how comes Sony are selling 24bit, 96khz audio on sites like Qobuz and HD Tracks? Do you think they've ripped the CD then applied some mastering effects to inflate the bit rate? | |
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fragglerock said:
If this was an issue with the CDR's they supposedly 'found' and they haven't bothered to locate the master tapes to correct it, I wouldn't be surprised in the least What a shit show. I Love U, But I Don't Trust U Anymore... | |
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"That's when stars collide. When there's space for what u want, and ur heart is open wide." | |
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I wonder what the content of the 3rd CDR was. In Mint magazine they said 2 had the same tracklist, which I assume it's the ine we're getting. Hopefully there's info on thos on the Deluxe book. [Edited 7/23/21 23:04pm] | |
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The album is really starting to bed in now.
Running Game is really growing on me and I'm now getting Gold Experience era vibes from Check The Record, made think of Interactive.
One Day we'll all b Free is fantastic. I Love the playfullness of it, sounds full of hope and joy.
There is not one song I don't like and Yes that includes Hot Summer.
My top 5 as it stands.
1000 light Years From Here One Day We'll All B Free Yes Check The Record Stand Up And B Strong
Yet another great album to add to his amazing catalogue.
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I'm digging it. Hot Summer is the only track I can live without.
1010 is the 1. FOOLS multiply when WISE Men & Women are silent. | |
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Maybe it was high resolutions files of the album spread across 3 CDs. Always cry 4 love, never cry 4 pain. | |
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Listened to it a number of times now. A fine addition to his Discography. Sitting close to Lotus Flower now in my personal preference. Still slightly below Art Official age for me but it could change through time. Already like it more than Hit N Run 2 because that album was strung together abit and you can tell. This album all fits together nicely. I even dont skip Hot Summer even though it is the weakest track. I would give it a 7 out of 10 if forced to give a rating! Its A good album and im very happy that the estate has released it. I can even see it picking up some Grammy nods if the estate and the media get behind it. It seems that kind of an album. ( ok I might be getting carried away!) Loving Rin Tin Tin, Check The Record, Stand up and one day we will all be free. Really not any song i dont like. Happy. | |
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You're right, the reviews are already shaping this narrative. | |
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Yep but we have all been listening to prince songs for many years on here. This is a good addition to them. Despite some of the themes of the songs , its a entertaining and satisfying album from start to finish. Thats my take anyhow. Yes if a little safe sounding in places. Theres not much funk on the album except maybe Rin Tin Tin. | |
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antonb said: Yep but we have all been listening to prince songs for many years on here. This is a good addition to them. Despite some of the themes of the songs , its a entertaining and satisfying album from start to finish. Thats my take anyhow. Yes if a little safe sounding in places. Theres not much funk on the album except maybe Rin Tin Tin. I'm hearing a ton of funk on the album. Welcome 2 America Running Game Check The Record Same Page Yes One Day. | |
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Im not an expert, just giving my opinion. Love the organic feel to the album. | |
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On first list 1010 (Rin Tin Tin) is the absolute standout. A brilliant slab of staccato funk. Pleasantly surprised that it is a lot weirder than a lot of late era Prince. Hundalasiliah! | |
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thisisreece said: On first list 1010 (Rin Tin Tin) is the absolute standout. A brilliant slab of staccato funk. Pleasantly surprised that it is a lot weirder than a lot of late era Prince. Yes, I’m also loving it. Bits of it musically remind me of Da Bourgeoisie | |
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'Stand Up And B Strong' is an absolute classic...and hearing that guitar sing again... . | |
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It made me think of the man opera tracks from the Deliverance EP.
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Could someone please help a girl out and post a track by track review? I don't need much detail but a little review of each track will help me survive until next week. Thanks. X | |
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SquirrelMeat said: 'Stand Up And B Strong' is an absolute classic...and hearing that guitar sing again... Agree. I know most would prefer P on all vocals but I love the shared vocals here. Been a while since a song gave me goosebumps like this | |
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dodger said: SquirrelMeat said: 'Stand Up And B Strong' is an absolute classic...and hearing that guitar sing again... Agree. I know most would prefer P on all vocals but I love the shared vocals here. Been a while since a song gave me goosebumps like this Yes, it's unexpectedly poignant and brilliant. Hearing the album for the fourth time from start to finish today, I must say I'm finding it stellar - strong, cohesive and genuinely inspired. | |
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INSTANT goosebumps the moment he started singing on this one. I Love U, But I Don't Trust U Anymore... | |
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I had low expectations for this but it is a solid work. It is about as good as "Hitnrun Phase Two" "Keep on shilling for Big Pharm!" | |
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This release is getting a lot of Curtis Mayfield comparisons and I certainly hear that but some of the other tracks I'm I'm starting to feel a little of Sly's "There's A Riot Goin On" as well. People are describing the songs I haven't heard so far as the real gems so I still hold out some hope. Hot Summer doesn't do it for me, the title track is OK but more of a spoken word/intro and I've always liked Same Page so maybe this will actually be something special. | |
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Listening to the original version of When She Comes, it's amazing how he rewrote the song (new lyrics and partly new melody) and still both versions are equally good while really different. Once again, just wow. | |
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