unkemptpueblo said:

I think the problem with this song is NdegeOcello's vocals. While the instrumentation is spirited and energetic, she seems to channel Sade with her singing. Nothing wrong with Sade but this is just not that type of song.
[Edited 9/25/07 21:11pm]

SupaFunkyOrgangrinderSexy said:

A Meshell classic.

ehuffnsd said:

Both are excellent editions to the album.
I love the album ending with A Differnt Girl (Everynight). The songs about 70% instrumental.It has very little lyrics and ends the album on a nice vibe.

one down...two more to go...(meaning meshell, chaka and jill).

well, what do i think of meshell's? damn girl went and made a punk album...not sure why i got that impression from my first listen but thats how im calling it...

i need a couple more listens before i can really get into it but so far i am pleased.

SupaFunkyOrgangrinderSexy said:

Better than PJ's

I'm digging it. Love the stripper song, Relief.
[Edited 9/28/07 17:52pm]

So what is your fav track from this cd? Anyone?

Graycap23 said:

Headline or Sloganeer

ehuffnsd said:

I'm amazed at how much better the live versions are compared 2 the cd.

Graycap23 said:

Know what Graycap23?, once I let go of my idea of what these songs should sound like, and listened to the for what they actually are, I enjoyed it so much more. I'm feeling:

Article III
Eliptical
Shirk
[Edited 10/1/07 13:02pm]

Graycap23 said:

the live tracks have more live engery but still like them. I'm totally in love with this album.

Graycap23 said:

I do play the live stuff more, but I threw the 'official' version on while I was studying, and beauty of the songs kinda jumped out at me. But, speaking from the other side of my neck, sometimes less is more.

unkemptpueblo said:

ARTICLE III rocks

unkemptpueblo said:

I love the cd. Good stuff.

peace beyond passion has always been in my top 10 cds by any artist..since then ive kind of slept on mesh

but im going to get this on your recemondations!!!

ta!

jonylawson said:

I'd say if you haven't listened since Peace, you may want to backtrack a bit before trying TWHMMTMOMD. I would suggest Comfort Woman. It will set you up for the new one, sort of. Although most agree, Bitter is a better album, Comfort is more atune to where she's at now, sort of. She kinda threw everything into the mix on the new one which makes it more interesting but also more difficult for some to get into. I, for one. love it and I'm floored everytime I listen to it.

ehuffnsd said:

I wonder what language that opening chant is? I don't know what she's saying, but she sounds like she means it.
[Edited 10/2/07 5:39am]

unkemptpueblo said:

Agreed. When it comes to music, its best at times to take it back to the rare essence/basics.

Bfunkthe1 said:

thanks man-i actually have all her albums though apart from peace and plantation rarely listen to them

What does everyone think of the lyrical message, theres def a conservative view somewhat, also a radical view on her sexuality these days influnced by her growing religious belief? western or modern world has made me the man of my dreams? a disfunctional society made her gay? I had a feeling when I heard the title and she def saying something here

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[Edited 10/3/07 2:56am]

twink69 said:

She's defently anti Bush. And her religious views are more Nation of Islam than Muslim.

I'm starting to think that she's starting to transtion gender.

ehuffnsd said:

I get the feeling that she's saying been 'gay' is not wrong or evil on the individual (or their soul), but a sign of some prophecy which is quite deep and could be misconstrued ..I dont know if I agree or disagree, but shes someone I will always listen to what they have to say, and when I get over disecting her msg, It will great music just to listen to, the music is beautiful by the way, so far my favourite since Comfort Woman

Absolutely love it, and that was somewhat unexpected. It does jump around a lot and takes marked detours even within songs. Have to just listen to it, not try to sing along like a pop song. That said, I understand why some people won't feel this, but for me it's been an unbelievable experience.

I've slept on Me'Shell since Plantation Lullabies and Peace Beyond Passion. Listening to this really makes me want to go digest Comfort Woman, Cookie, and Naked.

I am SO digging Meshell's new CD.....There is nothing else out there like her....Truly a gifted musician.....TWHMMTMOMD.....CLASSIC!

Good God! I was not prepared for this at all.

Oh my god, this is brilliant. Easily her best since Bitter. She kind of lost me with Cookie, Comfort Woman and Dance of the Infidel -- the latter two having more to with me not being interested in listening than their quality.

But wow. She's got me back with this one. Incredible. I love every minute of it. Wonderful album. Glad to have you back Me'shell.



PS: we're thinking of going to see her in Detroit. has she straightened her (live) act out since her tour began? or is it still a catastrophe every night?

GangstaFam said:

I was BURSTING until you heard it ~ it's everything and more isn't it?

Raze said:

Now we have to go to dinner again just to discuss this amazing work!

MoonSongs said:

I'm not really even prepared to talk about it yet.

GangstaFam said:

And no LCD Soundsystem yet?