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Beck — Lost Cause
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Lazarus
(Bethany)
Posted: Apr 29, 2013 - 10:24
 
 flyboy wrote:

romeotuma's hotel room seems to be a consistantly rocking place.  I'd like to visit.

 

Now it is a church...  you are welcome here anytime...

everybody in my church loves this song...
 

andrewmi
(capitoltown)
Posted: Apr 02, 2013 - 14:43
 
2:32 pm; Sometime Around Midnight - The Airborne Toxic Effect
2:37 pm; Lost Cause - Beck

Man, I was having a perfectly fine afternoon and then you got me feeling all wistful. I know exactly the feeling these songs sound like, if that makes any sense.

coachc
(Madison, WI)
Posted: Mar 04, 2013 - 08:46
 
 And yet you like the National? The vocal delivery is quite similar.

rdo wrote:

His vocals makes me think of someone impersonating a network news anchor trying to sing.  The worst voice in music, save Tom Waits.  Neither of whom I would call singers.

 



DJ_BellsEye
Posted: Feb 28, 2013 - 13:01
 
I recently picked up Beck's Mutations at a used record store for $2.
I was immediately transfixed by the 2nd track, 'Nobody's Fault But My Own', which has yet to make RP airplay- how 'bout it Bill?
I would say I am almost as transfixed by this perfect tune.
As for voices, Beck's voice is not great, but it's unique and varied.  His voice in this song reminds me of a lower-octave Neil Halstead (who I enjoy hearing on RP).

rdo
(DC)
Posted: Dec 29, 2012 - 11:34
 
 Aud wrote:


{#Foot-in-mouth}
 



Lol ...story of my life...

Aud
(lost in lakecity)
Posted: Dec 27, 2012 - 21:49
 
 rdo wrote:

His vocals makes me think of someone impersonating a network news anchor trying to sing.  The worst voice in music, save Tom Waits.  Neither of whom I would call singers.

 

{#Foot-in-mouth}

zigzag
Posted: Dec 27, 2012 - 21:49
 
 rdo wrote:

His vocals makes me think of someone impersonating a network news anchor trying to sing.  The worst voice in music, save Tom Waits.  Neither of whom I would call singers.

 
Ahh, the inevitable categorical "worst" (or "best", for that matter).

I've always enjoyed Beck's sound and I'm quite a fan of Tom Waits. Two of the more interesting voices to appear in American popular music IMHO. Certainly two of the more interesting songwriters.

It just so happened that Sea Change was released at one of the worst emotional times of my tiny existence. It barely left the car cd player for 3 months as I traveled through New Zealands thoroughly amazing South Island...totally depressed.

Perfectly depressed. 

rdo
(DC)
Posted: Oct 27, 2012 - 18:11
 

His vocals makes me think of someone impersonating a network news anchor trying to sing.  The worst voice in music, save Tom Waits.  Neither of whom I would call singers.



(former member)
(hotel in Las Vegas)
Posted: Sep 28, 2012 - 12:21
 



phlattop
Posted: Jul 27, 2012 - 13:57
 
 HearsayDave wrote:
The most engaging Beck album, IMHO.  Great artist.
 
Hear, hear. A great one from beginning to end.



ziakut
(Albeit In The Meantime)
Posted: May 21, 2012 - 12:05
 
Really, really like this song!

asilbuch
Posted: Apr 23, 2012 - 13:32
 
LOVE

pamorama
Posted: Mar 22, 2012 - 20:21
 
This one just never gets old. Unlike me. Hail Sir Beck.

parrothead
(could be anywhere in the great USA)
Posted: Mar 20, 2012 - 15:54
 
 On_The_Beach wrote:

. . . except Glenn Beck!

 

A scientologist verses a morman....Which is worst?

toterola
(Further)
Posted: Jan 30, 2012 - 19:47
 
I suspect that Beck has just begun to tap the artistic fountain of his talent. We are lucky to be living with artists like him among us. {#Clap}

Stranglersfan
(Revelstoke, B.C.)
Posted: Jan 19, 2012 - 08:58
 
Very Nice!

sandpebble
(near Paradise)
Posted: Dec 05, 2011 - 13:25
 
A lot from this album was played at this year's Bridge School Benefit....Good stuff!!!

(former member)
(hotel in Las Vegas)
Posted: Nov 30, 2011 - 18:06
 
 unclehud wrote:

Let me know when you're going; you can fly by and pick me up.  Vegas hotel room with an RP soundtrack ....  sounds dangerous, eh?
 
You folks are welcome here anytime!  We have fun here!

This song is cool...


 

unclehud
(300 feet above the planet)
Posted: Nov 28, 2011 - 07:39
 
 flyboy wrote:
romeotuma's hotel room seems to be a consistantly rocking place.  I'd like to visit.
 
Let me know when you're going; you can fly by and pick me up.  Vegas hotel room with an RP soundtrack ....  sounds dangerous, eh?

flyboy
(Sarah Palin's Hometown)
Posted: Nov 14, 2011 - 17:54
 
 romeotuma wrote:

Everybody in my hotel room loves this song...
 
 
romeotuma's hotel room seems to be a consistantly rocking place.  I'd like to visit.


(former member)
(hotel in Las Vegas)
Posted: Nov 14, 2011 - 17:49
 

Everybody in my hotel room loves this song...
 

cohifi
(Denver)
Posted: Nov 03, 2011 - 22:22
 
I get all choked up when I hear this tune.......it's like my anthen

Deadwing
(Cincinnati OH)
Posted: Aug 28, 2011 - 00:33
 
I'm a lost cause so this song kind of resounds with me    {#Cheers}

(former member)
(hotel in Las Vegas)
Posted: Jul 11, 2011 - 22:04
 


How apropos!  Love it...

 

(former member)
(hotel in Las Vegas)
Posted: Jul 10, 2011 - 08:16
 
 helgigermany wrote:
This man is a wonder what ever you will call his diversity and genius!
 


Yes, and this song is quite profound...  Beck rocks!

 

eruwenolorien
(SC)
Posted: Jun 10, 2011 - 06:13
 
I'm so-so about Beck, but man, I love this song.

HearsayDave
(a mysterious seaside village with Number Six)
Posted: May 09, 2011 - 15:44
 
The most engaging Beck album, IMHO.  Great artist.

gatorade
(Peninsuland)
Posted: May 09, 2011 - 15:42
 
Budgie approved. 

gabrielle7nt
(moving on)
Posted: Mar 23, 2011 - 09:59
 

Best Beck.



On_The_Beach
(Vancouver BC, Bud)
Posted: Feb 20, 2011 - 00:16
 
 themotion wrote:
any beck rules.
 
. . . except Glenn Beck!


sirdroseph
(Yes)
Posted: Feb 04, 2011 - 05:23
 
 ziakut wrote:
From 'Loser' to this? Maturity is a beautiful thing.
 

I actually think that he was just as "mature" when he wrote loser, it is just a different direction this album and IMO his best to date!

ziakut
(A place with air, water and chocolate.)
Posted: Dec 03, 2010 - 07:20
 
From 'Loser' to this? Maturity is a beautiful thing.

Synth80s
(*Beautiful* Southern California (cough, choke, honk))
Posted: Dec 01, 2010 - 17:25
 
I'm not a big Beck fan, but this album was recommended to me by a reputable source based on the quality of the music and the incredible audio fidelity, especially as a 5.1 SACD.  I picked up the SACD.  In short, it's incredible — a real musical and audio experience in surround sound and still great in stereo.  This is an especially strong track, but some of the songs with denser arrangements (sweet strings, etc.) are equally engaging.

linden
(Santa Cruz, CA)
Posted: Dec 01, 2010 - 17:13
 
 Johnny-smooth wrote:
Sometimes, like now, I can really relate to this song - I'm right there
 
Me, too. 

Johnny-smooth
(On my bicycle)
Posted: Nov 17, 2010 - 14:25
 
Sometimes, like now, I can really relate to this song - I'm right there

Raechel
Posted: Nov 03, 2010 - 18:16
 
would give this a 12 if i could

helgigermany
(Germany)
Posted: Sep 30, 2010 - 23:48
 
This man is a wonder what ever you will call his diversity and genius!

RedGuitar
(Iowa, USA)
Posted: Jun 29, 2010 - 06:19
 
I may need to get this CD.

Decoy
(Milliway's, the Restaurant at the End of the Universe)
Posted: Jun 29, 2010 - 06:15
 
 Det wrote:
wait all my days for this song...{#Meditate}
 
I have been wanting to hear this one too...curiouser and curiouser.


Det
(Lower Saxony Germany)
Posted: Jun 25, 2010 - 12:37
 
wait all my days for this song...{#Meditate}

RedGuitar
(Iowa, USA)
Posted: Jun 11, 2010 - 09:05
 
 bpkengor wrote:
OK, i have to get this off my chest.     To me, his voice does not match his face/body/persona/whatever.        That voice sounds like it comes from a much older, much more serious, fellow.    anyone agree or want to throw javelins at my little theory?  
 
I, for one, would have to agree.


soulcollision
(Vancouver, BC)
Posted: Jun 11, 2010 - 09:01
 
wow, a Beck song that i am actually enjoying... surprised to say the least {#Surprised}

DoctorHooey
(/etc)
Posted: Jun 11, 2010 - 08:58
 
One of my top 5 albums of the 00's

That_SOB
(The Dark Side of the Tune)
Posted: May 28, 2010 - 10:40
 
Imagine my surprize when I realized Jeff had an illigitimate son ! Bing , bang, twang, but 
geeeezzzze I'd think he would have the guitar down by now .{#Ask} 
hey junior wanna know a secret ?   ok !  {#Whisper}. . . . psst psst ahhhhh, get ready,  there's a train a comin"

Daveyj64
(Staring into the Abyss)
Posted: May 28, 2010 - 10:24
 
I got turned on to Beck back in Oh de lay...and I grew to love that CD almost against my wishes.  And that pretty much is how I find myself with all of his music.  I don't think I will like it..and then it grows on me.  I have never know any artist to so consistently make me like them against my intent like he does. And yes, this one was no different...it comes from a much darker place, right was I expecting more fun stuff...and yet...I like it :)

rachlan
(nyc)
Posted: May 26, 2010 - 06:58
 
I remember getting this album way back when and being very amazed.... this guy is actually really consistently good.   impressive.

Cynaera
(South of Neanderthal)
Posted: May 24, 2010 - 16:54
 
Maybe it's the music... Every time I hear Beck, I picture someone looking a lot like Leonard Cohen or Warren Zevon. Beck is far too young-looking for his voice. I think it works in his favor, though - if a person were to listen to him without knowing a thing about him, they'd be more inclined to purchase his music than they might be if they'd seen a picture of him.

Proof, once again, that you can't judge a book by its cover. Beck is just amazing to me.

bpkengor
(York, Maine, USA)
Posted: May 10, 2010 - 15:24
 
OK, i have to get this off my chest.     To me, his voice does not match his face/body/persona/whatever.        That voice sounds like it comes from a much older, much more serious, fellow.    anyone agree or want to throw javelins at my little theory?  

lmic
(Harmless Little Bunny)
Posted: Apr 26, 2010 - 17:40
 
*bump*
 themotion wrote:
any beck rules.


thewaxtadpole
(Toronto, ON)
Posted: Apr 24, 2010 - 13:51
 
I wish this wasn't so apt.