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Audiogoners-some musical recommendations

It'll be noted by some that I occassionally have a go at Audiogon members for their lack of imagination and investigation for checking out new music.
I don't wish to seem arrogant or a know-it-all but I intend (hopefully with some support)to recommend some music that Audiogon members may have missed-it may be recent,it may be old-this should be similar to what Sd Campbell did with Jazz.
I will focus as well on the audio quality and obviously describe the music and how immediate it is etc.-I also intend to pick music that I believe most Audiogon members will like or won't be too stretching-so I won't go too obscure or extreme.
Hopefully for a few dollars some members at least will discover some new music that they might have missed.
Of course it will be nigh on impossible to recommend anything that some members won't own or have heard but hopefully the thread relating to that release can remain active for a while and lead to discussion regarding that release-if you do wish to criticise anything please state why and perhaps consider leaving the thread until there is some feedback from those who have checked it out otherwise it may well be counter-productive.
Anyway hopefully these contributions will be worthwhile and will at least be a positive attempt to aid musical discussion on this site.
I will post my first recommendation later today.
ben_campbell
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marakanetz
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That's where I'm standing, Ben.
I'm always in research for new music and preferably non-monochromatic.
Most-likely for the "other" kind of music you have to do more thorough research.
I curently possess Philip Johnston band CD recorded on 1994. I wouldn't say that this is an audiofile CD rather than saying the simply that such performance and music has a divine spirit. During auditioining you will see a bunch of the colours that you've never heard before.
Try to check this CD on cdnow.com or amazon and if no success try to submit the wish list to a number of websites.
Wilco is excellent suggestion as well.
Also if you're not still familiar get Lounge Lizards(do not mix with Austin Lounge Lizards!)
The famous avant-grade band Pere Ubu impressed me so much.
gunbei
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A good friend of mine has been producing some bands here in Los Angeles for the past several years on his own recording label. The most well-known of these bands is probably The Blue Hawaiians with whom he produced their first two releases. He's currently working with a couple different artists on some new music, and lucky for me he's given me CDs of their latest mixes during the various recording stages for me to enjoy. The music and recordings are in such an evolutionary phase that the names of the bands themselves haven't even been cemented yet.

Most of his bands are surf oriented, but the artists he's currently in studio with are creating music I can only describe as a blend of surf and jazz meets classical and space-music. Very very neat stuff, and I'm constantly playing these CDs here at work and in the car. I love 'em! They haven't been mastered yet so they don't always sound good on my system at home. I can't wait until they're finished.

You can visit his website at: www.PascalRecords.com.
sdcampbell
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Hi, Ben:

Thanks for the gracious comment, and I think your idea to garner recommendations for newer music is excellent. Since I too get tired of listening to jazz and classical by the same group of artists, I am looking forward to some fresh input.

Best regards,

Scott C-
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marakanetz
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Try to start researching ECM label catalogue. I believe that this label has its own music that is in the most cases has a fantastic recording quality. Among the most recommended performers I would pick Meridith Monk, Dino Saluzzi, Michael Mantler, David Darling, Terje Rypdal, Miroslav Vitous, Jan Garbarek and many others. I currently possess arround 90% of ECM released material.
mdomnick
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Dominic Miller- Classic Guitar

Alana Davis- Rock (amazing vocals, with deep lyrics)

Anika Moa- Rock (shes a hit in Australia/New Zealand, and this is a great freshman album from a newbie...hope her stuff takes off)

David Gray- Rock (He's been around for some time, but only recently found fame. All his albums are amazing...real talent here. If you like Dave Matthews, you'll love DGray)

Dido- Rock (just amazing vocals, and I wouldn't kick her out of bed for eating crackers either;))

Moby- "Play" Great album, not my usual taste, but one can't ignore talent when crap like BSpears is crammed down our throats.......................ok, you had your moment of lust, now get your minds out of the gutter...:)

Everything But The Girl- Their Greatest Hits is well worth owning.

I could go on and on...I will certainly give some of your recommnedations a try.
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