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PrintableGangstaFam said: Anxiety said: not to get all lil' kim on you or anything, but if i were you i'd hate us too.  I love it!  You and Anxy gettin' pissy up in Bennigan's? Feel free to join in the Prince Album Poll 2018! Let'a celebrate his legacy by counting down the most beloved Prince albums, as decided by you! | |
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GangstaFam said: CHIC0 said: i love this picture!
 Me too. Hope it shows up on some single art later. most likely. so help me out here. i've yet had a chance to get this album, even though she's one of my favourites.  so is there in fact a special edition of it? or is it just the funky packaging? what's the difference? because i think they only have 1 version of this at my local store. 
and i've yet to get Tori's album as well.  
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CHIC0 said: GangstaFam said: Me too. Hope it shows up on some single art later. most likely. so help me out here. i've yet had a chance to get this album, even though she's one of my favourites. so is there in fact a special edition of it? or is it just the funky packaging? what's the difference? because i think they only have 1 version of this at my local store.
and i've yet to get Tori's album as well. Dude, run out to your store ASAP and pick these up! They're both remarkable albums. You won't be disappointed. And I think the Volta special edition comes out soon. But it's mostly fancy packaging with a bonus DVD. | |
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Moonbeam said: You and Anxy gettin' pissy up in Bennigan's?
More like the take out 24-hour corner taco joint, but close enough! | |
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DirtyChris said: OMG... I heard it
for the first time today I had no idea it'd leaked already I mean I always "liked" Bjork but I never heard any of her albums this being my first I THOROUGHLY enjoyed it add this to my list of the contenders for Album of the year '07 it's "trippy" and I'm a sucker for "trippy"  How awesome that you took a leap of faith! You should check out the rest.  | |
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Here are my initial impressions of each song on Volta: 1. Earth Intruders: Great opening single and song. Politically-motivated, percussion-led injection of fun. Björk reminds us that she can write a good pop song. 8.5 2. Wanderlust: Perhaps the most ambitious song on the album, the core of a GREAT song is there, but I can't help but be annoyed by the frenetic, distracting beats. I think a more barren percussion segment would suit the song better. 7.5 3. Dull Flame of Desire: Great lyrics, great accompaniment, great execution. I wish Antony lost the lisp, but even that doesn't detract from this song's awesomeness. 10 4. Innocence: As has been stated, this song reminds me of "I Go Humble" in parts. Another blast of fun and a great candidate for a single. 10 5. I See Who You Are: Sexy, sultry, sparse ballad that rules! It reminds me of "Cover Me", and that's a great thing. 9.5 6. Vertebrae by Vertebrae: Like the horns and the ideas. I feel it's kind of lost between the songs that surround it, but I still like it. 8 7. Pneumonia: Heartbreaking, wonderful ballad. Perfect vocals make this perhaps the best song on the album. 10 8. Hope: Yeeesh. Those melodies irk me on this one. The "what's the lesser..." bits and "suicide bomber" bits make me cringe a bit. Maybe this one will grow on me. 4 9. Declare Independence: That's more like it! Passionate, screeching Björk is always welcome in my book. Obviously linked to "Pluto", this is a balls-to-the-wall anti-imperialist call to arms, executed wonderfully. 10 10. My Juvenile: Pretty, plaintive ballad to end the album. Perhaps it's because it follows the boisterous "Declare Independence", but this song stands out for me the least out of the bunch. I have a hard time remembering it, but I enjoy it when I hear it. 7.5 Feel free to join in the Prince Album Poll 2018! Let'a celebrate his legacy by counting down the most beloved Prince albums, as decided by you! | |
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Moonbeam said: Warning: These thoughts are subject to change!
Here are my initial impressions of each song on Volta: 1. Earth Intruders: Great opening single and song. Politically-motivated, percussion-led injection of fun. Björk reminds us that she can write a good pop song. 8.5 2. Wanderlust: Perhaps the most ambitious song on the album, the core of a GREAT song is there, but I can't help but be annoyed by the frenetic, distracting beats. I think a more barren percussion segment would suit the song better. 7.5 3. Dull Flame of Desire: Great lyrics, great accompaniment, great execution. I wish Antony lost the lisp, but even that doesn't detract from this song's awesomeness. 10 4. Innocence: As has been stated, this song reminds me of "I Go Humble" in parts. Another blast of fun and a great candidate for a single. 10 5. I See Who You Are: Sexy, sultry, sparse ballad that rules! It reminds me of "Cover Me", and that's a great thing. 9.5 6. Vertebrae by Vertebrae: Like the horns and the ideas. I feel it's kind of lost between the songs that surround it, but I still like it. 8 7. Pneumonia: Heartbreaking, wonderful ballad. Perfect vocals make this perhaps the best song on the album. 10 8. Hope: Yeeesh. Those melodies irk me on this one. The "what's the lesser..." bits and "suicide bomber" bits make me cringe a bit. Maybe this one will grow on me. 4 9. Declare Independence: That's more like it! Passionate, screeching Björk is always welcome in my book. Obviously linked to "Pluto", this is a balls-to-the-wall anti-imperialist call to arms, executed wonderfully. 10 10. My Juvenile: Pretty, plaintive ballad to end the album. Perhaps it's because it follows the boisterous "Declare Independence", but this song stands out for me the least out of the bunch. I have a hard time remembering it, but I enjoy it when I hear it. 7.5 Great review. For me the only weak moments of Volta are Pneumonia and Vertebrae by Vertebrae. Shame you didn't have Hope. It's a great song | |
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• Bjork earns her first top 10 album -- and her highest-charting set -- as "Volta" debuts at No. 9 with 43,000. Though she has started with better sales -- "Vespertine" bowed with 75,000 in 2001 -- she has never peaked beyond No. 14 until now. Chalk it up to how it doesn't take much to hit high notes on the chart anymore. And it helps that everyone's been buzzing about Bjork's collaboration with Timbaland on the album's lead single, "Earth Intruders." The beat-heavy song is reminiscent of Bjork's most club-friendly material from the '90s. She performed the single April 21 on "Saturday Night Live." Bjork also headlined the Coachella Festival in Indio, Calif., April 27 before starting her own U.S. tour May 2 at Radio City Music Hall in New York. Last week, on April 8, she was interviewed on NPR's "All Things Considered." |
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Moonbeam said: Warning: These thoughts are subject to change!
Here are my initial impressions of each song on Volta: 1. Earth Intruders: Great opening single and song. Politically-motivated, percussion-led injection of fun. Björk reminds us that she can write a good pop song. 8.5 2. Wanderlust: Perhaps the most ambitious song on the album, the core of a GREAT song is there, but I can't help but be annoyed by the frenetic, distracting beats. I think a more barren percussion segment would suit the song better. 7.5 3. Dull Flame of Desire: Great lyrics, great accompaniment, great execution. I wish Antony lost the lisp, but even that doesn't detract from this song's awesomeness. 10 4. Innocence: As has been stated, this song reminds me of "I Go Humble" in parts. Another blast of fun and a great candidate for a single. 10 5. I See Who You Are: Sexy, sultry, sparse ballad that rules! It reminds me of "Cover Me", and that's a great thing. 9.5 6. Vertebrae by Vertebrae: Like the horns and the ideas. I feel it's kind of lost between the songs that surround it, but I still like it. 8 7. Pneumonia: Heartbreaking, wonderful ballad. Perfect vocals make this perhaps the best song on the album. 10 8. Hope: Yeeesh. Those melodies irk me on this one. The "what's the lesser..." bits and "suicide bomber" bits make me cringe a bit. Maybe this one will grow on me. 4 9. Declare Independence: That's more like it! Passionate, screeching Björk is always welcome in my book. Obviously linked to "Pluto", this is a balls-to-the-wall anti-imperialist call to arms, executed wonderfully. 10 10. My Juvenile: Pretty, plaintive ballad to end the album. Perhaps it's because it follows the boisterous "Declare Independence", but this song stands out for me the least out of the bunch. I have a hard time remembering it, but I enjoy it when I hear it. 7.5 great review Ian! i agree about Antony's lisp and the really cringeworthy lyrics to Hope (that one's my least fave overall). but I can't get behind you on Wanderlust  "Be who you are and say what you feel, because those who mind don't matter, and those who matter don't mind." -Dr. Seuss | |
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asg said: • Bjork earns her first top 10 album -- and her highest-charting set -- as "Volta" debuts at No. 9 with 43,000. Though she has started with better sales -- "Vespertine" bowed with 75,000 in 2001 -- she has never peaked beyond No. 14 until now. Chalk it up to how it doesn't take much to hit high notes on the chart anymore. And it helps that everyone's been buzzing about Bjork's collaboration with Timbaland on the album's lead single, "Earth Intruders." The beat-heavy song is reminiscent of Bjork's most club-friendly material from the '90s. She performed the single April 21 on "Saturday Night Live." Bjork also headlined the Coachella Festival in Indio, Calif., April 27 before starting her own U.S. tour May 2 at Radio City Music Hall in New York. Last week, on April 8, she was interviewed on NPR's "All Things Considered."
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asg said: • Bjork earns her first top 10 album -- and her highest-charting set -- as "Volta" debuts at No. 9 with 43,000. Though she has started with better sales -- "Vespertine" bowed with 75,000 in 2001 -- she has never peaked beyond No. 14 until now. Chalk it up to how it doesn't take much to hit high notes on the chart anymore. And it helps that everyone's been buzzing about Bjork's collaboration with Timbaland on the album's lead single, "Earth Intruders." The beat-heavy song is reminiscent of Bjork's most club-friendly material from the '90s. She performed the single April 21 on "Saturday Night Live." Bjork also headlined the Coachella Festival in Indio, Calif., April 27 before starting her own U.S. tour May 2 at Radio City Music Hall in New York. Last week, on April 8, she was interviewed on NPR's "All Things Considered."
this isn't official yet is it? the numbers aren't finalized until Thursday. still, #9 this early... that's good  "Be who you are and say what you feel, because those who mind don't matter, and those who matter don't mind." -Dr. Seuss | |
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RZR said: asg said: • Bjork earns her first top 10 album -- and her highest-charting set -- as "Volta" debuts at No. 9 with 43,000. Though she has started with better sales -- "Vespertine" bowed with 75,000 in 2001 -- she has never peaked beyond No. 14 until now. Chalk it up to how it doesn't take much to hit high notes on the chart anymore. And it helps that everyone's been buzzing about Bjork's collaboration with Timbaland on the album's lead single, "Earth Intruders." The beat-heavy song is reminiscent of Bjork's most club-friendly material from the '90s. She performed the single April 21 on "Saturday Night Live." Bjork also headlined the Coachella Festival in Indio, Calif., April 27 before starting her own U.S. tour May 2 at Radio City Music Hall in New York. Last week, on April 8, she was interviewed on NPR's "All Things Considered."
this isn't official yet is it? the numbers aren't finalized until Thursday. still, #9 this early... that's good This is totally official. billboard publishes the top10 and high enuff new releases by wed the tuesday things i report r from hits daily double not billboard. Billboard posts it as a news item and they dont update the charts till thursday [Edited 5/16/07 9:01am] |
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Volta also debuted at number 9 on the album charts here in Portugal...thanks 2 fanatics like me! [Edited 5/16/07 9:08am] | |
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endorphin74 said: GangstaFam said: Oh man, she didn't? It was one of the wildest, most insane performances she's ever done. The beginning starts off sorta like the album version, but with horns instead, but the end turns into a crazy mash-up with LFO's "Freak". You must seek it out! this just may go down as the single most brilliant thing I've ever seen live. I seriously have teared up everytime I've tried to describe it to folks. I know I can't declare favorites in my historical lists until I've digested it more, but it's got a good chance. 
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Moonbeam said: Warning: These thoughts are subject to change!
Here are my initial impressions of each song on Volta: 1. Earth Intruders: Great opening single and song. Politically-motivated, percussion-led injection of fun. Björk reminds us that she can write a good pop song. 8.5 2. Wanderlust: Perhaps the most ambitious song on the album, the core of a GREAT song is there, but I can't help but be annoyed by the frenetic, distracting beats. I think a more barren percussion segment would suit the song better. 7.5 3. Dull Flame of Desire: Great lyrics, great accompaniment, great execution. I wish Antony lost the lisp, but even that doesn't detract from this song's awesomeness. 10 4. Innocence: As has been stated, this song reminds me of "I Go Humble" in parts. Another blast of fun and a great candidate for a single. 10 5. I See Who You Are: Sexy, sultry, sparse ballad that rules! It reminds me of "Cover Me", and that's a great thing. 9.5 6. Vertebrae by Vertebrae: Like the horns and the ideas. I feel it's kind of lost between the songs that surround it, but I still like it. 8 7. Pneumonia: Heartbreaking, wonderful ballad. Perfect vocals make this perhaps the best song on the album. 10 8. Hope: Yeeesh. Those melodies irk me on this one. The "what's the lesser..." bits and "suicide bomber" bits make me cringe a bit. Maybe this one will grow on me. 4 9. Declare Independence: That's more like it! Passionate, screeching Björk is always welcome in my book. Obviously linked to "Pluto", this is a balls-to-the-wall anti-imperialist call to arms, executed wonderfully. 10 10. My Juvenile: Pretty, plaintive ballad to end the album. Perhaps it's because it follows the boisterous "Declare Independence", but this song stands out for me the least out of the bunch. I have a hard time remembering it, but I enjoy it when I hear it. 7.5 Cool song-by-song analysis. I always meant to do mine too but lost track with all the other festivities lately. Glad you're loving the album and that the horns don't distract for you. | |
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MikeMatronik said: Volta also debuted at number 9 on the album charts here in Portugal...thanks 2 fanatics like me!
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GangstaFam said: MikeMatronik said: Volta also debuted at number 9 on the album charts here in Portugal...thanks 2 fanatics like me!
Yo Mike! what's even funnier is that American Doll Posse and Volta were released may 7th here in Portugal! So u can imagine my crazy fan attacks that I had when I purchasing both! | |
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GangstaFam said: Moonbeam said: Warning: These thoughts are subject to change!
Here are my initial impressions of each song on Volta: 1. Earth Intruders: Great opening single and song. Politically-motivated, percussion-led injection of fun. Björk reminds us that she can write a good pop song. 8.5 2. Wanderlust: Perhaps the most ambitious song on the album, the core of a GREAT song is there, but I can't help but be annoyed by the frenetic, distracting beats. I think a more barren percussion segment would suit the song better. 7.5 3. Dull Flame of Desire: Great lyrics, great accompaniment, great execution. I wish Antony lost the lisp, but even that doesn't detract from this song's awesomeness. 10 4. Innocence: As has been stated, this song reminds me of "I Go Humble" in parts. Another blast of fun and a great candidate for a single. 10 5. I See Who You Are: Sexy, sultry, sparse ballad that rules! It reminds me of "Cover Me", and that's a great thing. 9.5 6. Vertebrae by Vertebrae: Like the horns and the ideas. I feel it's kind of lost between the songs that surround it, but I still like it. 8 7. Pneumonia: Heartbreaking, wonderful ballad. Perfect vocals make this perhaps the best song on the album. 10 8. Hope: Yeeesh. Those melodies irk me on this one. The "what's the lesser..." bits and "suicide bomber" bits make me cringe a bit. Maybe this one will grow on me. 4 9. Declare Independence: That's more like it! Passionate, screeching Björk is always welcome in my book. Obviously linked to "Pluto", this is a balls-to-the-wall anti-imperialist call to arms, executed wonderfully. 10 10. My Juvenile: Pretty, plaintive ballad to end the album. Perhaps it's because it follows the boisterous "Declare Independence", but this song stands out for me the least out of the bunch. I have a hard time remembering it, but I enjoy it when I hear it. 7.5 Cool song-by-song analysis. I always meant to do mine too but lost track with all the other festivities lately. Glad you're loving the album and that the horns don't distract for you. It would be pretty hard for me NOT to love a Björk album. And the horns aren't being used in a cheesy way at all on the album for me. It helps that there are a lot of French horns. Feel free to join in the Prince Album Poll 2018! Let'a celebrate his legacy by counting down the most beloved Prince albums, as decided by you! | |
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RZR said: Moonbeam said: Warning: These thoughts are subject to change!
Here are my initial impressions of each song on Volta: 1. Earth Intruders: Great opening single and song. Politically-motivated, percussion-led injection of fun. Björk reminds us that she can write a good pop song. 8.5 2. Wanderlust: Perhaps the most ambitious song on the album, the core of a GREAT song is there, but I can't help but be annoyed by the frenetic, distracting beats. I think a more barren percussion segment would suit the song better. 7.5 3. Dull Flame of Desire: Great lyrics, great accompaniment, great execution. I wish Antony lost the lisp, but even that doesn't detract from this song's awesomeness. 10 4. Innocence: As has been stated, this song reminds me of "I Go Humble" in parts. Another blast of fun and a great candidate for a single. 10 5. I See Who You Are: Sexy, sultry, sparse ballad that rules! It reminds me of "Cover Me", and that's a great thing. 9.5 6. Vertebrae by Vertebrae: Like the horns and the ideas. I feel it's kind of lost between the songs that surround it, but I still like it. 8 7. Pneumonia: Heartbreaking, wonderful ballad. Perfect vocals make this perhaps the best song on the album. 10 8. Hope: Yeeesh. Those melodies irk me on this one. The "what's the lesser..." bits and "suicide bomber" bits make me cringe a bit. Maybe this one will grow on me. 4 9. Declare Independence: That's more like it! Passionate, screeching Björk is always welcome in my book. Obviously linked to "Pluto", this is a balls-to-the-wall anti-imperialist call to arms, executed wonderfully. 10 10. My Juvenile: Pretty, plaintive ballad to end the album. Perhaps it's because it follows the boisterous "Declare Independence", but this song stands out for me the least out of the bunch. I have a hard time remembering it, but I enjoy it when I hear it. 7.5 great review Ian! i agree about Antony's lisp and the really cringeworthy lyrics to Hope (that one's my least fave overall). but I can't get behind you on Wanderlust Perhaps "Hope" will grow on me, but I kinda doubt it.
I really want to love "Wanderlust", but the beats just get in the way.  I'd be really eager to hear a remix.Feel free to join in the Prince Album Poll 2018! Let'a celebrate his legacy by counting down the most beloved Prince albums, as decided by you! | |
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Moonbeam said: RZR said: great review Ian! i agree about Antony's lisp and the really cringeworthy lyrics to Hope (that one's my least fave overall). but I can't get behind you on Wanderlust Perhaps "Hope" will grow on me, but I kinda doubt it.
I really want to love "Wanderlust", but the beats just get in the way. I'd be really eager to hear a remix.I really don't understand where you're coming from, but it wouldn't be the first time. To me, the beats seem to be revisiting the volcanic sounds of "Homogenic". And you love that album. Sure, there's a lot going on in that song, but it all locks together because of the beat. It's what keeps the structure in place and the morse code pattern. But perhaps there will be a 'Horns & Vocals' version should it ever get a single release. I'm surprised. I figured this would be one of your favorites. It's probably mine. | |
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Moonbeam said: It would be pretty hard for me NOT to love a Björk album. And the horns aren't being used in a cheesy way at all on the album for me. It helps that there are a lot of French horns.
Looks like 3 trumpets, 3 french horns, 2 trombones, 1 tuba and a who knows what?  | |
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Moonbeam said: RZR said: great review Ian! i agree about Antony's lisp and the really cringeworthy lyrics to Hope (that one's my least fave overall). but I can't get behind you on Wanderlust Perhaps "Hope" will grow on me, but I kinda doubt it.
I really want to love "Wanderlust", but the beats just get in the way. I'd be really eager to hear a remix.Can you spot the patern????? | |
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MikeMatronik said: what's even funnier is that American Doll Posse and Volta were released may 7th here in Portugal!
So u can imagine my crazy fan attacks that I had when I purchasing both! It's been madness, hasn't it? | |
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GangstaFam said: Moonbeam said: It would be pretty hard for me NOT to love a Björk album. And the horns aren't being used in a cheesy way at all on the album for me. It helps that there are a lot of French horns.
Looks like 3 trumpets, 3 french horns, 2 trombones, 1 tuba and a who knows what? björk & the horny bunch | |
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GangstaFam said: MikeMatronik said: what's even funnier is that American Doll Posse and Volta were released may 7th here in Portugal!
So u can imagine my crazy fan attacks that I had when I purchasing both! It's been madness, hasn't it? 2007 has been incredible! | |
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MikeMatronik said: Can you spot the patern????? I can! | |
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MikeMatronik said: GangstaFam said: Looks like 3 trumpets, 3 french horns, 2 trombones, 1 tuba and a who knows what? björk & the horny bunch awwww, they so cute. 
is bjork in that picture? i don't see her though i see pieces of her yarn outfit. maybe they mistook her for a pinata and that's why there's pieces of her all over them. | |
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Anxiety said: MikeMatronik said: björk & the horny bunch awwww, they so cute.
is bjork in that picture? i don't see her though i see pieces of her yarn outfit. maybe they mistook her for a pinata and that's why there's pieces of her all over them. Nope. Just the Icelandic brass 'tentet' girls. | |
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GangstaFam said: Moonbeam said: It would be pretty hard for me NOT to love a Björk album. And the horns aren't being used in a cheesy way at all on the album for me. It helps that there are a lot of French horns.
Looks like 3 trumpets, 3 french horns, 2 trombones, 1 tuba and a who knows what? A partridge in a pear tree? Feel free to join in the Prince Album Poll 2018! Let'a celebrate his legacy by counting down the most beloved Prince albums, as decided by you! | |
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Moonbeam said: A partridge in a pear tree?
that's what I thought too. | |
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