Albert Tatlock Posted September 16, 2020 Share Posted September 16, 2020 Anyone know anything about the cover photo? Looks like WW2 (Tunisia?) or possibly Korea? The rifle looks strange - photoshopped as dropped from the hand? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
u2roolz Posted September 16, 2020 Share Posted September 16, 2020 On Tuesday night’s episode, Jeff mentioned that the album cover is from photographer Robert Capa shot in Tunisia WWII era. Keen eye! https://www.artsy.net/artwork/robert-capa-american-soldier-el-guettar-tunisia Quote Link to post Share on other sites
RainDogToo Posted September 16, 2020 Author Share Posted September 16, 2020 Anyone know anything about the cover photo? Looks like WW2 (Tunisia?) or possibly Korea? The rifle looks strange - photoshopped as dropped from the hand? This is one of a series of photographs Capa took during World War II as Allied forces opened a front in Tunisia in an effort to liberate Italy from Fascism. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Albert Tatlock Posted September 16, 2020 Share Posted September 16, 2020 Ha! I am a bit of a history buff so know all about Operation Torch etc. Maybe it isn't a rifle just a shadow of something on the ground. Still looks a bit strange to me.For once a decent album cover ( ). Quote Link to post Share on other sites
TCP Posted September 16, 2020 Share Posted September 16, 2020 Here's the original image for those interested: Doesn't look like much was changed, outside of maybe some contrast and adding the title. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
u2roolz Posted October 6, 2020 Share Posted October 6, 2020 Awesome vid! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
u2roolz Posted October 6, 2020 Share Posted October 6, 2020 It looks like the physical release is set for next year. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Madcap Posted October 6, 2020 Share Posted October 6, 2020 That video is...something haha. Not as good as the live version from the drive in, but still such a damn good song. Can’t wait to hear the rest of the album. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
TCP Posted October 6, 2020 Share Posted October 6, 2020 Pre-order is up, with a bonus 7"! https://wilcostore.com/collections/love-is-the-king/products/preorder-love-is-the-king-color-vinyl-lp?variant=32173148176449 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
u2roolz Posted October 7, 2020 Share Posted October 7, 2020 I went through all of the songs performed on The Tweedy Show that didn’t find a home on Love Is The King and not one had the lyrics or any mention of Susquehanna River which is the name of one of the b-sides on the bonus vinyl 7 inch. The other b-side, I’d Rather Be Alone, was played twice. edit: I copied and pasted the song title that’s why the font size changed. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
calvino Posted October 9, 2020 Share Posted October 9, 2020 Chicago Tribune interview regarding the book and the record. https://www.chicagotribune.com/entertainment/books/ct-books-jeff-tweedy-how-to-write-one-song-20201009-w2egxqmvirenza5jiwwddzcphi-story.html Quote Link to post Share on other sites
chisoxjtrain Posted October 23, 2020 Share Posted October 23, 2020 Having listened to it twice, and I really hope this comes off as positive as possible, but this album is a comfort to listen to. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Boss_Tweedy Posted October 23, 2020 Share Posted October 23, 2020 25 minutes ago, chisoxjtrain said: Having listened to it twice, and I really hope this comes off as positive as possible, but this album is a comfort to listen to. Comfort is a great word to describe the album. After one listen it's right up there with Warm and Warmer for me. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Madcap Posted October 23, 2020 Share Posted October 23, 2020 I'll confess to missing some of the vocal harmonies that we got at the drive inn show at first listen, but this is a fantastic album. Perfect for a rainy day. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
lost highway Posted October 23, 2020 Share Posted October 23, 2020 I think 'comforting' is the correct word for the sound, intention and effect of this record. Nice stuff. Tweedy solo seems to be a lot less 'challenging' to me than what Wilco creates as an ensemble, and that's just fine. I like music that's well crafted and pleasant as much as I like music that's challenging. It's nice to hear his identity as a producer and arranger continue to grow more specific. His lead guitar playing continues to provide the bit of tension these gentle ditties need to keep you guessing. I have to say 'Natural Disaster' conjures a little too much Allman Brothers "Ramblin Man" for me, but otherwise it's a pretty flawless ride. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
cosplusisin Posted October 23, 2020 Share Posted October 23, 2020 I haven't posted here in a few years, but just wanted to see how the discussions on this album are going. I think it's really, really good. The band is so tight, which is not too surprising with the family connection. The "power lines" lyrics in Troubled caught me off guard. I was thinking "I recognize those words..." and re-listened to Ode to Joy and found them in the last song. 1 hour ago, lost highway said: I have to say 'Natural Disaster' conjures a little too much Allman Brothers "Ramblin Man" for me, but otherwise it's a pretty flawless ride. haha, yes! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
u2roolz Posted October 23, 2020 Share Posted October 23, 2020 I love this record, but I feel like Whisper would have fit perfectly on here. Anyone out there throw it into the running order? An early favorite is a tie between Natural Disaster and Half-Asleep closely followed by Opaline. The production is phenomenal! It has the feel of a record that will be easy to replicate live, but will never quite capture that studio magic. That thought should only be viewed as a credit to the top notch production of Jeff & Tom Schick. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
u2roolz Posted October 24, 2020 Share Posted October 24, 2020 Here’s the link to the CBS Saturday Morning interview & 3 performances from The Hideout. Check the interview segment to see if your client comments made it to air. 😉Lol I’m sure everyone knows by now, but Jeff will be on Colbert on Monday evening. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
lost highway Posted October 24, 2020 Share Posted October 24, 2020 15 minutes ago, u2roolz said: I’m sure everyone knows by now, but Jeff will be on Colbert on Monday evening. I did not. Thank you! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
cosplusisin Posted October 24, 2020 Share Posted October 24, 2020 20 hours ago, u2roolz said: I love this record, but I feel like Whisper would have fit perfectly on here. Anyone out there throw it into the running order? An early favorite is a tie between Natural Disaster and Half-Asleep closely followed by Opaline. The production is phenomenal! It has the feel of a record that will be easy to replicate live, but will never quite capture that studio magic. That thought should only be viewed as a credit to the top notch production of Jeff & Tom Schick. Yes! It sounds very live but still pristine quality. Some parts remind me of Neil’s Harvest and other parts feel like some 50s country band. The music feels so real and it has depth. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
cosplusisin Posted October 25, 2020 Share Posted October 25, 2020 “Opaline” is already one of my favourite JT songs, full stop. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
u2roolz Posted October 29, 2020 Share Posted October 29, 2020 I watched the broadcast on Monday evening and I couldn’t tell that any cuts were made, so I was stunned to find that the entire interview ran almost twice as long. Colbert needs to give his editors a raise, especially with the limited camera angles which is pretty much what you see above. Very easy to make cuts when you have audience reaction shots to cut to. Ok. Enough about the editing. This was a great interview and a pleasant surprise, since I was just expecting a performance. They put Guess Again from the Drive-In show on CBS.com as a little bonus. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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