| Author | Message | ||
| echo008
Intermediate Member Username: echo008 Post Number: 144 Registered: 2-2003 |
I just wanted to comment and see what others thought.... I just finally got myself a copy of "There and Back Again" I wanted to say that it exceeded what I thought it was going to be and I think Phil deserves alot of credit for putting together such a great band and continuing on. His playing is different in a very good way, as well I have always liked Warren Haynes (what a great voice/player) and he really shines on this album. I hope to get a chance to see them when they come back around my way... - Tom | ||
| davehouck
Senior Member Username: davehouck Post Number: 1022 Registered: 5-2002 |
Well, since you asked <g>; My reaction was the opposite; it was not what I thought it would be. I was expecting a lot of improvisational passages; but the album is pretty much song oriented. I was also looking for more stuff like "Unbroken Chain", one of my favorites; but these songs aren't in the same style. I played it through once and haven't pulled it off the shelf since. The bonus live CD that came with the album on the other hand is indeed what I expected from these guys and I like it, and have played it, much more. I guess you could say I'm a Jimmy Herring fan; I really like a lot of his playing on the Jazz Is Dead albums. "There and Back Again" seems to me more of a Warren Haynes album. | ||
| echo008
Intermediate Member Username: echo008 Post Number: 145 Registered: 2-2003 |
Hi, You are right in saying that it seems more like a Warren haynes album and that the tracks are song oriented... it took me a few listens to get into it. the songs might not be on the same level/style as "Unbroken Chain" but I dont see how they could be without the rest of the Dead. What i thought was interesting was that it was more straight foward song wise. Im just not used to hearing Phil in that context and I liked it. I would think that in a live setting they would extend the improv and solos but again Ive never seen them live. anyway ..... | ||
| the_mule
Advanced Member Username: the_mule Post Number: 328 Registered: 1-2004 |
I also own this 2CD set, and I love it! Unfortunately Lesh' singing on the live disc isn't really good, but some great music altogether! Wilfred | ||
| pace
Member Username: pace Post Number: 86 Registered: 4-2004 |
The next run of shows at the Warfield is supposed to be a mixed line-up. The Herring/Haynes era is probably done. Im not a huge fan of the T.A.B.A. album, but most of the tunes were excellent launching pads for some insane improv.... It's also worth noting that a couple of those songs made it into rotation the past two Dead summer tours... |
