jimtweedy1977

Narz,

Thanks for starting this board and for making it a safe, yet thoroughly enjoyable, place to visit. You apparently had good judgement for putting such awesome moderators in place to help keep this place from becoming a mess. Best of luck with all of your future endeavors.

Jimbo

I wasn't planning on going to Gomez. I'm all out of concert funds, with Wilco twice this last weekend and My Morning Jacket coming up in November. Let me know if you want to meet up!

~Kelley

Hi Kelly!

Thanks for the info.

Will definitely be picking this one up.

I'm so looking forward to that Neko DVD. It's too bad they're not releasing the cd as well. When I looked at the tracklisting, I saw 'Maybe Sparrow'. I didn't realize it was that old of a song.

btw-Jimmy, I love your avatar.

Loaded (fully loaded edition) was my first real foray into the Velvet Underground so it holds a special place in my heart. Does have some awesome songs (Who Loves The Sun, Sweet Jane, Oh Sweet Nuthin', New Age). However, I have read that Mo Tucker wasn't involved with Loaded because she was pregnant. Lou couldn't wait? Were contract deadlines that much tighter back then? I can't imagine the band's label being demanding about them putting out another record too soon. The Velvet Underground were a fantastic band but didn't sell a large amount of records. So what was the hurry?

but official ranking (i only have the two boxed sets so...)

1.Velvet Underground

2.Loaded

3.Quine Tapes

4.and Nico

5.White Light/White Heat

I was sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Longitudes & Attitudes by Thomas Friedman

A friend from work was talking about this book awhile back and I was curious about it.

That's what I remember.

 

Didn't Jeff say something about Nels' being one of the best guitar players? Pretty cool that a few months later he's part of the band.

Yes, he did say that. Pat also played maracas during the song. A sign of things to come.

I just finished listening to the first night today on the way to work. That weekend was definitely the highlight of my life. I had practically no money at the time, but I wouldn't have missed that weekend for the world. I do remember being amazed at the second night's encore, almost like two sets.

I remember how excited I was when they played 'What's The World Got In Store'. I know I remember posting that in a fantasy setlist here a few days/weeks before the show. My favorite performances from 9/19/03: Kicking Television, Shot In The Arm, Poor Places, Casino Queen, and Hoodoo Voodoo.

I've never been able to give up the Zep, no matter how hard I might try. I started with them way back in eighth grade, starting with Led Zeppelin II. By far, my favorite song from each album:

I-Babe, I'm Gonna Leave You

II-The Lemon Song

III-That's The Way

IV-When The Levee Breaks

Houses of The Holy-Over The Hills & Far Away

Physical Grafitti-Black Country Woman (nah, leave it, yeah)

Presence-Tea For One (if this doesn't prove Jimmy Page was a guitar god, I don't know what else will)

In Through The Out Door-Fool In The Rain

Coda-Poor Tom

It's actually Ryan's version where I first Gillian and fell in love with her sound. I eventually got all of her albums. Now what I would like to find is Gillian and David's version of Radiohead's 'Blackstar'. I heard this coming back from vacation this past summer. It gave me goosebumps.

Being There is a fantastic album. There's all kinds of styles of music on there and enough change in tempo that it never drags or overwhelms me. Plus, it's got 'The Lonely 1' and 'Far Far Away'. It's great for late night listening. In fact, I feel inspired to put it on tonight. What a great post. Btw-I sent a copy of this album, gushing about it, to a friend long long ago. although she didn't get into it right away, she eventually started the Wilco Timeline.

Oh, the version of Handshake Drugs from that same show is interesting as well. Somewhat different from even earlier versions.

I'm working on a project (have been for the last two years) that covers their demos and live songs from 1994-2004. i'm in the final two years right now. may i suggest At Least That's What You Said from Oakdale Theater in Wallingford, CT 6/24/03?

For as long as I can remember, I've been an insomniac. Even when I'm at my most exhausted state, 2am comes around and I'm still staring at the world around me. It's frustrating, tiring, exhausting. But then the morning comes. What will the morning bring? Somedays end up better than others. That's what I hope for at least, when I cannot get decent sleep. Of course, I know there's others out there like me who struggle to rest, relax, let the day go and find hope for the next day. That's what this mix tape feels like to me, finding those moments of peace of mind and of rest. There's more than just the physical cycle of night and darkness but also the emotional night I feel at times. Yet I always know that the dawn of tranquility will come. Of course, anyone else is welcome to give it a listen as well. Wait for dusk to come and put this cd in. Most of these songs have the idea of the nocturnal in their lyrics, some just fit the mood of darkness, but also of potential hope. I also feel that these songs represent a part of my musical taste and the artists that have been so much a part of my childhood and adulthood.

1."I Wish I Was The Moon" by Neko Case: I recently rediscovered this song when I was listening to her show from Charlottesville this past April. It comes from her album Blacklisted. Not my favorite Neko album but it doesn't mean the album has no redeeming songs. This is one of my favorites altogether. This reminds me of those nights when I can't escape the thoughts of the day, when I wish I could just leave my thoughts and feel free. So it's nice to have some company at times and have someone to talk to or a prayer just so I could feel free again.

2."Not Dark Yet" by Bob Dylan: Tossing, turning, punching the pillow, turning the pillow over and over. Other than that, I have nothing else to say here. Bob says it best.

3."Stand By Me" by John Lennon: I remember the first time I heard this song when I was in seventh grade. At that time, I was a casual fan of the Beatles. This song made me a fan of John Lennon. He took a classic song and gave it so much soul. Plus, I'm just a sucker for horns. I would suggest turning this up loud.

4."Long As I Can See The Light" by Creedence Clearwater Revival: My parents had an odd collection of music when I was growing up. Most of their vinyl collection consisted of the The Eagles, The Statler Bros., Kenny Rogers (Gambler soundtrack), Barbara Mandrell. CCR's Chronicle was one of the first albums that I listened to pretty regularly. This song really appealed to me. Again, horns make the song. I also like the image of someone coming home, seeing the light on and knowing someone is waiting for them.

5."Hold On Hope" by Guided By Voices: Some might say that Rob Pollard sold out with this song, but perhaps having it on the Scrubs Soundtrack might redeem that. In any case, it really spoke to me when I first heard it and it still does. I feel like it fits that mood of going home alone after a long night out with friends. Still, I know I'll see my friends again the next day or the next weekend.

6."I Will Follow You Into The Dark" by Death Cab For Cutie: Wow, it's amazing how powerful such a simple song can be sometimes. The idea of death feels more metaphorical to me here. Speaking from personal experience, I can relate to this song very directly.

7."Nightswimming" by R.E.M.: no mixtape about nighttime would be complete without this song. Being from the south, I could definitely relate to how summers in a small town can be. But I've never been nightswimming myself.

8."Night Is The Day Turned Inside Out" by Beulah: my favorite Beulah song above all others. Can you guess why?

9."Picture In A Frame" by Tom Waits: This song always puts a smile on my face. Again, a simple song with nothing more than Tom's voice and a piano (oh, and some horns) but it speaks volumes.

10."Here Comes The Sun" by The Beatles: more like George Harrison featuring the Beatles. It took George Harrison a long time to be taken seriously as a songwriter. I feel like this song is eclipsed by "Something" in his collection of Beatles tunes, but it is a well-written song because it makes sense on more than one level.

I hope you enjoy this collection. Feel free to post your own thoughts on these songs. I'd love to hear them.

You Send It

ooh, i know where i'll be on the 5th of October. I saw them with Neko back in '05. While I wasn't overly impressed with them i did like their sound (i was also impatient for Neko)

I love Picture In A Frame from Mule Variations

I started a blog over at blogger.com and put up selected pics from the show sunday.

Hummingbird

here's some additional thoughts:

1)French Toast: what a cool band. They played a fantastic set. Reminded me somewhat of Mission of Burma. I picked up the single last night.

2)Sorry to have missed you and your guy Sandi. Hope you guys had a great time!

OMG!

First off, let me say hi to Jimmy! It was great seeing you again and getting to talk to you.

In the last 4 years, I've seen some excellent shows (Auditorium, second night; Poughkeepsie, Bogart's). I don't think any of them could match last night's show. I truly believe the crowd had a lot to do with it. I've been to numerous shows in Charlottesville over the years and have dealt with the scenesters who decide a show is the best place to catch up and chat through the entire show. There was little of that last night. Just singing along for pretty much the entire show. I don't think I could accurately describe the intensity of the crowd's response. There was one point where it was so loud from the crowd that my ears were ringing. Holy cow. The band was in great spirits and that only improved as the night went along. So, thank you to the crowd at last night's show for making for an enjoyable night for all. Truly Wilco will be back in town.

The new songs: Either Way, like I said last night, very nice. If they recorded it tomorrow I'd be pleased with it. I think the song sounds exactly as it should. Walken, last fall-hohum, last night holy cow. I think Harey Carey would agree. If this is the way it sounds on the upcoming album, we're all in for a treat.

I can see this lineup around for awhile. It's great to see Nels goofing around. When he screamed back at the crowd last during Kingpin, it was hilarious. Hoodoo Voodoo and guitar solos. This is a band that has dropped the pretensions and is just having a great time together. My only complaint was that Mike was hidden. Bring the man out! Of course, the structure of the stage didn't make that easy.

Well, my stomach is growling, so i gotta wrap this up. Here's to good times.

A million times better than Williamsburg! maybe the best wilco show i have seen....

I would agree with that. Either Way is a very pretty song, very nice. Walken is by far better than the fall versions. Alternating guitar solos on Hoodoo. The best crowd interaction ever. Oh yeah, Wilco will be coming back to C'ville. Nels screaming back at the crowd. That's the Cliff Notes version for now. I'll give a full review and pictures tomorrow night. Talk about a fantastic weekend.

Guided By Voices A Brief History

Although the book is so far interesting and sheds some light for me on the Monument Club (I'm still a relative newbie to the GBV scene) and other aspects of early GBV, I'm fininding it difficult to read. For someone who used to be an editor at SPIN, Jim Greer is somewhat of a sloppy writer. I realize this is all in fun for how he set how to write it, but the Economist is an easier read. Still, i'll stick with it. I'm curious to see how it ends.

I was fooling around on my bass earlier tonight and happened to pick out the first bar for Ashes of American Flags, at least how it was done on the demo. Which is exactly how I prefer hearing it. I know the song alternates in octaves around these frets but I can't figure out the entire song. Can someone help me out?

First bar (?)

12th fret, second string; 12th fret third string; 9th fret third string; 9th fret first string (open)

Second Bar (?)

12th fret first string (open), 9th fret first string....and that's as far as I got. That's all without listening, just what I could remember from the tune.