Rusty Shackleford Posted January 15, 2010 Share Posted January 15, 2010 I just saw that the "double CD" version of #1 Record/Radio City is available for download from Amazon for only $5. I'd buy it if I didn't already have the disc and the box set. That's a steal. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002CAAJ7K/ref=s9_al_bw_tr12?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=center-6&pf_rd_r=17NQZGSTR8KJXAKEPFBM&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=507166211&pf_rd_i=2240237011 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
uncle tupelo Posted January 16, 2010 Share Posted January 16, 2010 sorry that I'm late to the Big Star party.... absolutely love them and yes....best band of the 70's, IMO... Hands down. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
SarahC Posted January 16, 2010 Share Posted January 16, 2010 It took me a long time to "get" Big Star. A teacher of mine in high school made me a copy of "#1 Record/Radio City" and I listened to it, but didn't really get into it until I heard Elliott Smith's version of "Thirteen" then went back and re-discovered them, and now am mildly obsessed. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Moss Posted January 7, 2011 Share Posted January 7, 2011 Trailer for the upcoming Big Star Story Nothing can hurt me: Big Star Story Trailer Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jff Posted January 7, 2011 Share Posted January 7, 2011 Trailer for the upcoming Big Star Story Nothing can hurt me: Big Star Story Trailer I had not idea about that. That's going to be fantastic. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
auctioneer69 Posted January 8, 2011 Share Posted January 8, 2011 I had not idea about that. That's going to be fantastic. Thanks for sharing. Can't wait Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mpolak21 Posted January 10, 2011 Share Posted January 10, 2011 Finished up Eaton's book on Radio City a few days ago one of the better 33 1/3's I have read, very interesting personal connection between him and Alex as well. --Mike Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Kalle Posted January 11, 2011 Share Posted January 11, 2011 Finished up Eaton's book on Radio City a few days ago one of the better 33 1/3's I have read, very interesting personal connection between him and Alex as well. --Mike I'm just reading that right now! Really good so far. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Moss Posted January 11, 2011 Share Posted January 11, 2011 Finished up Eaton's book on Radio City a few days ago one of the better 33 1/3's I have read, very interesting personal connection between him and Alex as well. --Mike I actually just ordered that from Amazon although I went super saver shipping so it could be awhile before I get it. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Moss Posted November 30, 2011 Share Posted November 30, 2011 I really want this Test pressing edition of Third on clear vinyl but damn, $60. http://omnivorerecordings.com/shop/ Quote Link to post Share on other sites
GtrPlyr Posted November 30, 2011 Share Posted November 30, 2011 I really want this Test pressing edition of Third on clear vinyl but damn, $60. http://omnivorerecordings.com/shop/ I know what you mean. I broke down and ordered it the other day, but it was a tough call. If I didn't love that album so much I would've passed. There's not many left so you best order soon if you're gonna pull the trigger. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
bobfrombob Posted November 30, 2011 Share Posted November 30, 2011 It's still an insane price but they did include the shipping in that $60.... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Doctor B Posted December 2, 2011 Share Posted December 2, 2011 I'm old enough to have actually being buying albums in 1970. I wish I could say I knew of Big Star but alas, no. Nice albums but as to owned the 1970's, I propose 2 bands: Allman Brothers Idlewid South At Fillmore East Eat A Peach Brothers and Sisters The Who Live at Leeds Who's Next Quadrophenia Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Moss Posted May 22, 2012 Share Posted May 22, 2012 Wilco with Jody Stephens doing "In the Street": Quote Link to post Share on other sites
choo-choo-charlie Posted May 22, 2012 Share Posted May 22, 2012 Wilco with Jody Stephens doing "In the Street": Absolutely love it. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
PopTodd Posted May 22, 2012 Share Posted May 22, 2012 Somebody recorded the Big Star show that I was at in 1994 at the Metro.Here's a link to the blog where it's linked:http://wilfullyobscure.blogspot.com/2010/03/big-star-pick-some-posies-and-lets-play.html Not sure if the DL is still available. But if it is, it's well-worth hearing. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Sweet Papa Crimbo Posted May 22, 2012 Share Posted May 22, 2012 Wilco with Jody Stephens doing "In the Street": Out standing. This needs to show up in a professionally produced DVD. John on lead vocals and Jeff on the solo. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Moss Posted May 23, 2012 Share Posted May 23, 2012 I posted this on facebook. Waiting for someone to ask me why Wilco is covering the theme song from That 70's show... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Fritz Posted May 23, 2012 Share Posted May 23, 2012 Wilco with Jody Stephens doing "In the Street": I saw them play this when they were last in Sydney (sans Jody Stephens). It was one of the highlights of the night. "Thank You, Friends" had preceeded it. John's voice is made for this song. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
calvino Posted May 23, 2012 Share Posted May 23, 2012 I posted this on facebook. Waiting for someone to ask me why Wilco is covering the theme song from That 70's show... Okay, perhaps I shouldn't admit to this, but when I read this I thought "That's where I heard that song before!" Big Star is on that list of bands (which is getting a little too long) that I haven't delved into, yet. John did sound great, singing. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Moss Posted June 3, 2012 Share Posted June 3, 2012 And another Big Star cover: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Kim Bodnia Posted July 24, 2012 Share Posted July 24, 2012 Read an interview with Jody Stephens by Len Comaratta of Consequence of Sound:http://consequenceof...ns-of-big-star/ Quote Link to post Share on other sites
brownie Posted July 5, 2013 Share Posted July 5, 2013 Trailer for the upcoming Big Star Story Nothing can hurt me: Big Star Story Trailer This film has finally been released. I watched it twice in two days (cable TV On Demand). Has anyone else seen it? Thoughts:I loved it, although I'm not exactly sure why. *laughs* It is very much a documentary without a lot of source material for its subject. It is mostly interviews with people "around" the band, and musicians who are fans. There is very little film of the band. Mostly still photos, etc, but it is very creatively done. I did not learn much that I did not already know. However, the enthusiasm of those who were interviewed, from musicians (e.g. Chris Stamey, Mitch Easter), and also rock journalists who talk about how hearing the music was "life-changing", echoed my own feelings about Big Star. Interviews with Chris Bell's brother and sister were especially poignant. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Moss Posted July 5, 2013 Share Posted July 5, 2013 This film has finally been released. I watched it twice in two days (cable TV On Demand). Has anyone else seen it? Thoughts:I loved it, although I'm not exactly sure why. *laughs* It is very much a documentary without a lot of source material for its subject. It is mostly interviews with people "around" the band, and musicians who are fans. There is very little film of the band. Mostly still photos, etc, but it is very creatively done. I did not learn much that I did not already know. However, the enthusiasm of those who were interviewed, from musicians (e.g. Chris Stamey, Mitch Easter), and also rock journalists who talk about how hearing the music was "life-changing", echoed my own feelings about Big Star. Interviews with Chris Bell's brother and sister were especially poignant. It's playing on the big screen July 26th in Denver so I have a ways to wait. Really looking forward to it though. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
SarahC Posted July 7, 2013 Share Posted July 7, 2013 I need to look and see if this is on comcast Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.