tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2703706690625306888.post2956026951721229004..comments2024-01-27T13:59:05.876+00:00Comments on hissyfit: My Top 5: Phil HogarthHissyfithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06865300919319235353noreply@blogger.comBlogger19125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2703706690625306888.post-45576832652896683092012-02-25T21:42:38.310+00:002012-02-25T21:42:38.310+00:00Is their new album good?
LA based now I believe......Is their new album good?<br />LA based now I believe...Hissyfithttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06865300919319235353noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2703706690625306888.post-8317186400536769982012-02-22T16:03:21.522+00:002012-02-22T16:03:21.522+00:00How have we all missed Trashcan Sinatras?!Certainl...How have we all missed Trashcan Sinatras?!Certainly their last two albums.<br />Phil<br />Tel AvivAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2703706690625306888.post-7629208531411552212012-02-22T10:12:21.851+00:002012-02-22T10:12:21.851+00:00Ok boys, I'll be flexing my editorial muscles ...Ok boys, I'll be flexing my editorial muscles soon to launch 'The Famous 5'.<br />We'll have: Prefabs/Blue Nile/Aztec Camera (Roddy solo)/Deacon Blue (or Ricky solo) and an other yet to be decided (maybe from Go Betweens/Crowded House/Lloyd Cole). We'll ask for one 'off piste' revelation also... should be enlightening.Hissyfithttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06865300919319235353noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2703706690625306888.post-50601183796196119672012-02-22T09:55:40.977+00:002012-02-22T09:55:40.977+00:00Good grief, where's that editor?
After all tha...Good grief, where's that editor?<br />After all that blather, I'm again realizing that I have no touch with the "scene" in th UK. If Deacon Blue is seen with the same contempt as say 'Journey' is here, then please dismiss my plug. I probably downplayed Lloyd because I'm a big fan, it'll be hard to whittle it down. Smart, timeless and actually still producing quality work... Lloyd's an excellent choice. <br />Trev mentioned off the radar reminders of MM... Josh Rouse and Hem come to mind (not in the same league in my opinion) but lovely tunes and occassional pedal steel?<br />Over here, everyone we've chatted about you could call the "Unfamous 5"... they're all cult status... sold squat.<br />Leave it with you chaps...Tim Patrickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01089890504560756715noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2703706690625306888.post-15812295351692258632012-02-22T09:30:35.223+00:002012-02-22T09:30:35.223+00:00My god i cant believe i didnt suggest the gobetwee...My god i cant believe i didnt suggest the gobetweens either - I'm going to play all their lps today as penance. For me it is never a sound comparison more of a feeling comparison if that makes sense. i remember buying the first lp on the basis of prefab sprout comparison in a review, listened to it thought it is nothing like prefab Sprount, but i love it. I am happy to go with Trev's suggestion and maybe we all choose a different of the radar one.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2703706690625306888.post-60584936102770388452012-02-22T07:55:52.340+00:002012-02-22T07:55:52.340+00:00Welcome to "HISSYTWIT"
What is all this...Welcome to "HISSYTWIT"<br /><br />What is all this "HISSYTWITTER" going on in the margins? I go out for a quick game of squash and a bite with my sister, and I return to see all this buzz!<br />Looks like Trev has his teeth into this one, so we'd better get thinking! I think the concept is nifty... a different angle. <br />First off, I agree completely with Phil, that MM-Mark-II has it's own unique sound, and most of the comparisons baffle me! If you're speaking more broadly about artists whose work is the paragon of smart and timeless music, that certainly applies. <br />Before you guys got ahead of me, I thought Trev's list of BN/PS/AC was a good start. <br />I think DEACON BLUE is a given, if only for early MM. "Much maligned?" I guess here in Amorica it was more like "Much ignored." I don't give a crap, "Raintown" is still in my Top 10, and "Hoodlums", "Vegas", and "Pale Rider" were dandy!<br />Lloyd Cole (my 2nd favorite artist) is fine, but for some reason my first thought was the GO BETWEENS. In fact I can't believe Dave didn't suggest it!<br />I love Phil's "out there" suggestions... showing off his vast knowledge! McCluskey Bros of the Bluebells, right? Bathers, I've tasted, didn't fancy... Love&Money/JamesGrant amazing voice and good songs. Lilac Time compendium, I was listening to on the crapper a few days ago!!! As for Crowded House, I like Neil Finn, why am so I indifferent to the band? <br />PEARLFISHERS is the topper of Phil's list. I think they befit the smart and timeless tag, unfortunately criminally ignored... <br />I would strongly suggest that comments on each fave be "short and sweet" - maybe only allowing for mention of a couple of runner-up tunes (inevitable). <br />So guys that's my half-baked input. I'm "chuffed" with whatever you decide. What's the title Captain? Make sure you get all your important goodies out before you launch this!<br />And how do I sign up for "Hissytwit"?<br /><br />PS: Hey Phil! What happened? I asked for your "bubbling under" and only one pick from Glow! Don't worry mate, Limbo is my fave, yet I did the same thing! <br />One thing to be concluded: MM/Jones song appeal is all over the map for every individual! Very special that an entire musical body connects with the folks...<br /><br />PSS: Trev, I got "Lanterns On The Lake" from Amazon a few weeks ago... gorgeous chill out album. Better than the Cocteau's gibberish.<br />Speaking of gibberish, I'm off to unravel the code of those friggin' distorted letters! Eric says it's a security feature to stymie hackers...Tim Patrickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01089890504560756715noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2703706690625306888.post-7470027513970750492012-02-21T23:35:48.401+00:002012-02-21T23:35:48.401+00:00Street cred' would maybe suggest Lloyd afore D...Street cred' would maybe suggest Lloyd afore Deacon Blue....Hissyfithttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06865300919319235353noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2703706690625306888.post-55674530375597320192012-02-21T23:32:14.337+00:002012-02-21T23:32:14.337+00:00Interesting as, although I love all of those bands...Interesting as, although I love all of those bands, I never really hear the connection; especially Blue Nile who I love and we are always bagged with...<br />I know and love all of the bands that you've mentioned (apart from The McCluskey Brothers...) so maybe we should go the populist route and say choose fav tracks from:<br />Prefab<br />Blue Nile<br />Aztec<br />Crowded House<br />Deacon Blue (much maligned)<br />PLUS one wild card choice; something off the radar that reminds of MM...<br />Thoughts?Hissyfithttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06865300919319235353noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2703706690625306888.post-86459723543982488352012-02-21T21:02:45.463+00:002012-02-21T21:02:45.463+00:00How about
aztec camera / roddy frame
deacon blue /...How about<br />aztec camera / roddy frame<br />deacon blue / Ricky Ross<br />Blue Nile<br />Prefab Sprout<br />Lloyd cole with or without the commotions<br /><br />Having said that I'd happily join in with any of phil's suggestionsAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2703706690625306888.post-49895577329363106282012-02-21T19:51:35.312+00:002012-02-21T19:51:35.312+00:00Well for early Miracle Mile,I'd liken them to ...Well for early Miracle Mile,I'd liken them to Deacon Blue.Other favourites of mine that on occasions stray into MM territory are:<br />Crowded House<br />The Pearlfishers<br />The McCluskey Brothers<br />The Bathers<br />Love and Money/James Grant<br />The Lilac Time<br />I think MM's first 2 albums were easier to fit into a music 'style' (Sprouts,Aztec,Blue Nile),but since then you've very much got a sound and style all of your own.<br />Have you ever thought of doing an album of covers? Giving some of your favourite songs the Miracle Mile treatment would be really interesting.<br />Phil<br />Tel AvivAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2703706690625306888.post-53770896667185483622012-02-21T19:05:39.825+00:002012-02-21T19:05:39.825+00:00Phil & Tim,
thanks for giving this your best a...Phil & Tim,<br />thanks for giving this your best attention...<br />I agree about the squiggles; frustrating; I often have to try again 3 or 4 times before I get a set that I recognise...<br />So come on you two: I need two more 'MMish' bands (alongside Nile/Sprout/Aztec) to make up the 'Famous Five'...Hissyfithttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06865300919319235353noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2703706690625306888.post-34441278198001881132012-02-21T18:08:45.448+00:002012-02-21T18:08:45.448+00:00No Tim,I have problems with those squiggly letters...No Tim,I have problems with those squiggly letters aswell!<br />My bubbling under:<br />I Deny<br />Under My Tongue<br />Mystery To Me<br />Starwatching<br />Mawkish Mule<br />Call It Home<br />...there,I feel a lot better now<br />Phil<br />Tel AvivAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2703706690625306888.post-19404245458009346262012-02-20T21:01:05.791+00:002012-02-20T21:01:05.791+00:00Sounds good! Maybe an option when you're feeli...Sounds good! Maybe an option when you're feeling lazy or hit a dry spell with ideas... one of your "weaker weeks?" <br />I was surprised that as many would come out of the closet, and put as much time and love into their entries. You'd better print Di's piece and post it on the fridge to remind you how blessed you are!<br />Golly, I've had to Google 'gormless', 'chuffed', 'jumper', 'in the pink', now 'nowt'. I'm learning a foreign language... like bloody Australian!!!<br /><br />PS: Blimey, am I the only one having trouble deciphering those squiggly letters you have to enter to post comments???????????Tim Patrickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01089890504560756715noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2703706690625306888.post-29524338672399545232012-02-20T11:28:53.856+00:002012-02-20T11:28:53.856+00:00Tim, nowt frivolous about the initial idea; I love...Tim, nowt frivolous about the initial idea; I love lists as much as anyone; I do feel a little 'umbled by the compliments; but hey, why not? We all deserve an occasional slap on the back; it's gratifying to hear how the songs are connecting and interesting to see how those connections are received and interpreted. Also nice to put faces to those faceless missives...<br />I like the idea of another top 5. It seems that MM are always ranked with: Blue Nile/Aztec Camera/Prefabs/; maybe someone could suggest 2 more MM type bands and we get to choose (and describe our love of) one fave track each from that 'Famous Five'...Hissyfithttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06865300919319235353noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2703706690625306888.post-28633325760628545202012-02-20T10:56:50.817+00:002012-02-20T10:56:50.817+00:00I regret not offering a "bubbling under"...I regret not offering a "bubbling under" section, as Barry Cross added. I was concerned about cluttering up Trev's page, thinking comments on the '5' more prudent.<br />Since we're here "in the margins"... here's my "Bubbling Under" list... Folding Sheets + Whate Kate Did + Sister Song + Mermaid + Coffee & Stars + Secret Fold... <br />You mentioned you felt hand-cuffed? Got another 5 (or so) you would have added??????????<br /><br />Re: Other Top 5's... only if someone else initiates it sometime in the future. I promised Trev this was a "one-off" posting, fearful it was frivilous and self-indulgent, especially if others weren't on-board. Trev did me a big favour, picked up the ball and ran with it, and the eloquent responses are wonderful... a great way to get to know the other folks!<br /><br />Honestly, these lists get harder and harder... My lists are now dominated by a few artists... MM, Lloyd Cole, Blue Nile, Prefab Sprout, Springsteen, Spiritualized... not a lot of new artists. I'm constantly buying CD's, but It seems like the 60's, LP's with a couple of great songs, the rest filler. I'm either spoiled or getting bloody old.... 56! <br />Shalom, again!Tim Patrickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01089890504560756715noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2703706690625306888.post-60951915904026406752012-02-19T19:33:33.973+00:002012-02-19T19:33:33.973+00:00Hi Phil
you should start a blog - you write so we...Hi Phil<br /><br />you should start a blog - you write so well and you reasons make mine pale in comparisonAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2703706690625306888.post-27671504607404445712012-02-19T18:15:41.158+00:002012-02-19T18:15:41.158+00:00Shalom Tim!
Keeping it down to 5 was really hard!&...Shalom Tim!<br />Keeping it down to 5 was really hard!'Agree 'Keepers' is a grower.( really liked it at the start,love it now!).Can't stop playing 'Ghost of Song',those 10 tracks sit so well together.Makes one fantastic album.So,what next? Top 5 albums of all time?,tracks? artists?.....<br />Phil<br />Tel AvivAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2703706690625306888.post-77210301960585698232012-02-19T09:39:46.930+00:002012-02-19T09:39:46.930+00:00Hey Phil, sorry about the "Sophie's Choic...Hey Phil, sorry about the "Sophie's Choice" thing, narrowing it down to a measly 5. I just decided to follow Hornby's "Hi-Fidelity" template... You've got a lot of discipline keeping it at 5!<br />Keepers grows on me with every listen, so pleased you included "Sheets" - it's a beauty. It's my # 7. Always enjoy your comments, since you've got genuine passion and appreciation of good music. Thanks for coming out of the shadows. Shalom!Tim Patrickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01089890504560756715noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2703706690625306888.post-79180086224244125482012-02-19T06:25:29.746+00:002012-02-19T06:25:29.746+00:00This comment has been removed by the author.Tim Patrickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01089890504560756715noreply@blogger.com