Thursday 9 May 2013

In Cassidy's Care: Reviews: americanaUK







The first review of 'In Cassidy's Care' is in.
Please click here to read Jeremy Searle's review for americanaUK.


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    1. Thanks Seamus. Did your extra packages arrive?

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    2. Yes. Had a bad week but will get them out and about next week.

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    3. Bad week? Hope things improve. Thanks Seamus!

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  2. I love Searle's comments about the angst involved in the arrival of a new release by a favorite artist. Like a proud Dad cheering on the kids at their soccer game, emotionally connected, a genuine fan. I have to admit I shared the apprehension about the dicey proposition of a concept album. Having the privilege to observe the evolution of the project, the conversion from one medium to another seemed a daunting venture. I especially worried about the prospect of going for the dark, pulpy narrative of the novella (Mad Max looming in the final act??!!), or staying true to the more mundane but poignant genesis account. You know me by now, I'm truly thrilled with your final decision and the crackerjack results of the musical rendering. Sweet relief...

    In contrast to Keepers, which took several listens to grow on me, ICC's attraction was immediate. You often speak of an album's focus, something I frankly seldom notice but I can see that objective in action here. Wonderful flow, nothing jarring (except the Nirvana riff!!!). I love all the songs, but Park Bench, I Love You Goodbye, Big Circus, Any Human Heart, Tall Tales and the title track stand with the very best of MM 's work. Congrats Trev & Marcus and all involved... Everthing about ICC is excellent! Grateful for inclusion of a lyric sheet!

    The title character should be proud that his emotional journey was handled with such delicate sensitivity, and grateful for the initial acts of empathy that inspired another MM classic. Of course, I'm sure he'll also appreciate all the lavish royalties...

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    1. Thanks TT. I was holding my breath for your response; I know how much you've enjoyed the previous work so... Funny how the 'Mad Max' ending developed with the book; maybe I was just trying to take it away from the real Cassidy's story, maybe I was thinking about Hollywood...
      The real Cassidy is doing well and has already eaten his royalties; 2 donuts and a blueberry muffin!

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  3. Trev, nobody's mentioned this yet, but I've spotted the chicken skin moment, starts at 00.01 and ends at 50.41.
    Another masterpiece.
    In a sane world would sell by the container load.
    As Marcus says, you've done it again... and some!
    Nothing more to be said.

    Mel

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    1. Mel, which Mel are you?
      Duffy?
      Thanks for that kindness; much appreciated...

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  4. Trev, Mel Askham from Sheffield, the one who's looking to see where Todd Rundgren and Warren Zevon appear in your top 10 Albums for Life !!

    Here's hoping

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    1. Ah, sorry Mel, too many Mels in my life.
      I've got to confess: no Todd or Warren in my list.
      I fell out with Todd when he fell out with XTC but Warren I feel guilty about. I love the easy rock of the 70s but was as moved as everyone else by his later years, the home recordings 'Mutineer' Mr Bad Example (my favourite: Suzie Lightning/Heartache Spoken Here/Things to Do in Denver *& Searching for a Heart)) and the swan song which is a chocker 'The Wind'. Never knocked my socks off but much loved nonetheless.

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  5. I'm with Tim.That moment of apprehention as the disc slides in and you press 'Play'.I,too, was more nervous about this release than any of the others. Oh me of little faith, another outstanding album. I'm sure this will be the first of many rave reviews. Much deserved.
    Phil

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  6. Thanks Phil. I didn't realise how anxious everybody was...
    If I'd have known it would probably have been instrumental!

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