cooperissup3r Posted June 25, 2011 Share Posted June 25, 2011 couldn't disagree more. it took me until today to finally like the new Bon Iver after getting it and listening to it first on tues (and many, many, many times after) whereas the fleet foxes was more immediate for me (if we are to continue, for some reason, comparing these two bands). where is the basis of this comparison? they are two indie bands with new lps out this year, but that is where the comparisons, in my mind, stop, so I don't get why some here are saying this album is better than that album or vice versa. but whatever. I'm leaving it as "I like the new album" (of both well-respected, sincere and hard-working bands). the basis of the comparison is that i'm comparing Bon Iver, Bon Iver to Helplessness Blues and I like the former better than the latter. that's about where it begins and ends. I like one more than the other. I happen to feel like the Fleet Foxes are really really really boring. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
solace Posted June 26, 2011 Share Posted June 26, 2011 i'd kill to go to that Phoenix Fleet Foxes / Bon Iver / Walkmen show Quote Link to post Share on other sites
virtualreason Posted June 26, 2011 Share Posted June 26, 2011 i'd kill to go to that Phoenix Fleet Foxes / Bon Iver / Walkmen show For a second there, I thought the band Phoenix was on this bill and I got REALLY excited. Still, not a bad bill--might be worth a trip from the Northwoods. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
bigideas Posted June 26, 2011 Share Posted June 26, 2011 The AMG made the Enya comparison, and that's exactly what I thought of when I heard Calgary. I picked the CD up for $5.99 at Best Buy. It was on sale at $7.99, and they had a coupon on Twitter that said $6.99, but when it rang up it took $2 off! I've seen his two performances on Fallon and the one on Colbert. Do you think his voice holds up when he's not able to double-track it like he does on his records? It sounds kinda weak at times in those instances that I've seen. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Cam Jones Posted June 27, 2011 Share Posted June 27, 2011 ^ A little bit... but I also dont really like to judge live performances based on a television appearance. The direct in doesnt do anything justice. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Vacant Horizon Posted June 27, 2011 Share Posted June 27, 2011 The AMG made the Enya comparison, and that's exactly what I thought of when I heard Calgary. I picked the CD up for $5.99 at Best Buy. It was on sale at $7.99, and they had a coupon on Twitter that said $6.99, but when it rang up it took $2 off! I've seen his two performances on Fallon and the one on Colbert. Do you think his voice holds up when he's not able to double-track it like he does on his records? It sounds kinda weak at times in those instances that I've seen. it's a very interesting album. using those cheese-ball early 90s keyboard sounds actually works. as far as the live show, singing falsetto like that all the time is impossible....except for maybe the Bee Gees:) Quote Link to post Share on other sites
rareair Posted June 27, 2011 Share Posted June 27, 2011 The AMG made the Enya comparison, and that's exactly what I thought of when I heard Calgary. I picked the CD up for $5.99 at Best Buy. It was on sale at $7.99, and they had a coupon on Twitter that said $6.99, but when it rang up it took $2 off! I've seen his two performances on Fallon and the one on Colbert. Do you think his voice holds up when he's not able to double-track it like he does on his records? It sounds kinda weak at times in those instances that I've seen. I have seen bon iver live 3 times and thought justin's voice sounded amazing each time. The Ryman next month will be perfect acoustics for this band imo. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
solace Posted June 27, 2011 Share Posted June 27, 2011 The AMG made the Enya comparison, and that's exactly what I thought of when I heard Calgary. I picked the CD up for $5.99 at Best Buy. It was on sale at $7.99, and they had a coupon on Twitter that said $6.99, but when it rang up it took $2 off! I've seen his two performances on Fallon and the one on Colbert. Do you think his voice holds up when he's not able to double-track it like he does on his records? It sounds kinda weak at times in those instances that I've seen. i've seen him play with no PA in front of 35 people before, yes, his voice sounds just as amazing without any effects/double tracking Quote Link to post Share on other sites
welch79 Posted June 27, 2011 Share Posted June 27, 2011 it's a very interesting album. using those cheese-ball early 90s keyboard sounds actually works. as far as the live show, singing falsetto like that all the time is impossible....except for maybe the Bee Gees:)i agree. somehow...it works. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Wild Frank Posted June 30, 2011 Share Posted June 30, 2011 My vinyl copy has arrived this morning. Its a beautiful looking thing with a really cool little lyric booklet. Its mornings like this that reminds me why vinyl is the best and that music should still be best appreciated in a physical format rather than as a file on a computer. Gonna brew up some fresh coffee and spin the black circle. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
welch79 Posted July 1, 2011 Share Posted July 1, 2011 My vinyl copy has arrived this morning. Its a beautiful looking thing with a really cool little lyric booklet. Its mornings like this that reminds me why vinyl is the best and that music should still be best appreciated in a physical format rather than as a file on a computer. Gonna brew up some fresh coffee and spin the black circle.those are good words. well said. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
welch79 Posted September 5, 2011 Share Posted September 5, 2011 bon iver on npr's world cafe is a good listen, especially for the stripped version beth/rest. check it, yo. http://www.npr.org/2011/09/02/140128595/bon-iver-on-world-cafe Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Wild Frank Posted September 6, 2011 Share Posted September 6, 2011 bon iver on npr's world cafe is a good listen, especially for the stripped version beth/rest. check it, yo. http://www.npr.org/2011/09/02/140128595/bon-iver-on-world-cafe I've just listened to this and I love the version of Beth/Rest. I love the album version too and its interesting to hear Justin talk about his rationale for including this song on the record. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
-seven Posted September 6, 2011 Share Posted September 6, 2011 I'm currently transition from this being my Summer obsession to The Whole Love being my Fall obsession. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
parisisstale Posted October 18, 2011 Share Posted October 18, 2011 i'm late on this one, but finally hearing their cover of the "tampa to tulsa" just made my month http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AF3_-rYJoFg Quote Link to post Share on other sites
lamradio Posted October 18, 2011 Share Posted October 18, 2011 Bon Ivor - Bon Iver didn't really last long for me. Strange because I REALLY liked the album when I first heard it. I think he should stick with the dark, scaled back, folky sound (Skinny Love, Flume, Blood Bank etc.) that worked so well for him. Just my 2 cents though.. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
-seven Posted October 18, 2011 Share Posted October 18, 2011 Yeah, even though I really love the new one, I still prefer For Emma. Also, following Justin on Twitter was probably not a good idea for me. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
rareair Posted October 18, 2011 Share Posted October 18, 2011 i continue to love the most recent album. and i still follow justin on twitter. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
bleedorange Posted October 18, 2011 Share Posted October 18, 2011 What's wrong with Justin on Twitter? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
rareair Posted October 18, 2011 Share Posted October 18, 2011 nothing from my perspective. i think he intentionally sought to drop followers by spewing nonsense one night last week, which pissed some people off i suppose. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
-seven Posted October 28, 2011 Share Posted October 28, 2011 I don't know...I guess his twitter personality doesn't match the music for me. He and all his 'guy' friends act pretty immature and goofy most of the time. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Artifice Posted October 29, 2011 Share Posted October 29, 2011 I've just listened to this and I love the version of Beth/Rest. I love the album version too and its interesting to hear Justin talk about his rationale for including this song on the record. Album cut sounds like a Steve Winwood cover. I dont like it. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
anthony Posted October 29, 2011 Share Posted October 29, 2011 Album cut sounds like a Steve Winwood cover. I dont like it.Sounds like Richard Marx ... I hate is so much it keeps me from listening to the rest of the LP Quote Link to post Share on other sites
SarahC Posted October 30, 2011 Share Posted October 30, 2011 i'm late on this one, but finally hearing their cover of the "tampa to tulsa" just made my month http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AF3_-rYJoFg this is gorgeous. wow. i haven't really given the new record a whole lot of time. what with st. vincent and wilco. i need to spend more time with it for sure Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Oil Can Boyd Posted January 11, 2012 Author Share Posted January 11, 2012 Bon Iver playing on SNL on February 4. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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