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Built To Spill — Gone
Album: You In Reverse
Avg rating:
6.7

Your rating:
Total ratings: 1394









Released: 2006
Length: 5:30
Plays (last 30 days): 0
Hey, where were you today?
How did you escape?
The way no one gets away
'Cause no one's gone

Fate guided me to hate
Invited me to take the bait
Realized too late
That I was gone

Say, how can you explain
Person to the pain
And then sickness to the sane?
But it's all gone

Most of us get riled up
Justify the lies that we believe
Not enough to disbelieve them

I've been thinking you've been treating
Situations seemingly unkind
Stockade seems to still be working

Change of heart
Save yourself
So damn long

I get ashamed
So much sound
I kiss the ground
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Pretty much like everything thing they do.
Some Trick of the Tail-era Genesis vibes in that last minute or so
 tiare wrote:

Oh please God, make it stop


(1) Place hand on mouse, move cursor to Skip icon
(2) Left click
 thewiseking wrote:

now THIS is something original sounding

Too much Jethro Tull for my taste
I have learned to love BTS... seriously they grow on ya - in a good way
 coloradojohn wrote:

YEAH! They channel the Neil & Crazy Horse vibe so well... If you ever see them, you'll freak, because they have 3 guitars wailing rock



And if you're lucky (like I was), they'll come out playing 4 guitars...no other instruments.  I saw BTS in Atlanta years ago and they opened with the 4 guitars (4th guy might have been a guitar tech??).  It was freakishly unbelievable how in sync they were with each other.  Martsch is an unbelievable musician...and the live version of Cortez the Killer is better than Neil Young/Crazy Horse. 
meio sem noção 
Dougie is a guitar god.   Check out their (now aged) performance on KEXP.  

Built To Spill - Full Performance (Live on KEXP) - YouTube

 
 Alafia wrote:

. . . ponderous, jerky, repetitive, flowless pounding . . .


But enough about your sex life.

 nicknt wrote:


2/3 of American rock bands are influenced by NY.

4/93 of all statistics are made up!  
 oldsaxon wrote:

Except it sounds like Neil Young.


2/3 of American rock bands are influenced by NY.
No Bueno.
 oldsaxon wrote:

Except it sounds like Neil Young.
 
So which Neil Young song does it sound like?
 thewiseking wrote:
now THIS is something original sounding

 
Except it sounds like Neil Young.
The Neil Young and Crazy Horse vibe!
 coloradojohn wrote:
YEAH! They channel the Neil & Crazy Horse vibe so well... If you ever see them, you'll freak, because they have 3 guitars wailing rock

 
Yup.  Neil is one helluva grand daddy.

Much closer than Alice Cooper..... OK, yes, the organ, eh?   Got that connection.
 kingart wrote:

The power is in your hands. 

 
{#Cheesygrin}
 tiare wrote:
Oh please God, make it stop

 
The power is in your hands. 
Oh please God, make it stop
YEAH! They channel the Neil & Crazy Horse vibe so well... If you ever see them, you'll freak, because they have 3 guitars wailing rock
now THIS is something original sounding
 maxjboxer wrote:
Really like these guys!

 


A touch of early Alice Cooper definitely
Really like these guys!
Mercury Rev clone?
Sounds a bit like the dilbert soundtrack by the end! :D
I get it. Ace.
I am on vacation, but logged in so I could add my voice to the negative comments.  Yet another song I never heard before, not even the band ... and liked it so much I needed to check and see who it was.  A big reason why Iisten to and support RP.

Update: 7 years later and I still had to stop what I was doing to find out who this excellent band was. Says a lot for the band, not so much for my memory!
Agree with the "annoying", "uninteresting" comments.  Even as background music for work, this was annoying enough to have me open a browser window and offer up this opinion.

So "moving" might be another adjective.  {#Smile} 
 Proclivities wrote:
Lesse?
 
Lesse is Moree in this case.
 gemtag wrote:
tremendously uninteresting
 
I agree, guitar sound is annoying. 4.
I sense some negativity
tremendously uninteresting
 Alafia wrote:
Lesse, ponderous, jerky, repetitive, flowless pounding...
Yep, Built to Spill alright.

 
Lesse?


 Alafia wrote:
Lesse, ponderous, jerky, repetitive, flowless pounding...
Yep, Built to Spill alright.

 


You said it!
Lesse, ponderous, jerky, repetitive, flowless pounding...
Yep, Built to Spill alright.

Such a great band.  So much more than DM...
Nice!
Marsch dreams through his guitar
 More_Cowbell wrote:

Two good songs on this disc, is it worth buying?


 

{#Yes}

Two good songs on this disc, is it worth buying?


 Jelani wrote:
This "music" is an insult to the cover art.
 
Was that an attempt, albeit a  poor one, at humor?


Liking this more on subsequent listens.  7 => 8
 shutter wrote:
 {exit the Way-Back machine now...}
 
non-sequitur: Introduced my kids to Rocky and Bullwinkle recently. Netflix is great. They're working on their 4th DVD. Mr. Peabody is one of their favorites.They get to watch all the episodes and see the resolutions of the RnB episodes. I just remember seeing bits and pieces.


Yayyy!!! for a true modern guitar band. They know how to lay it down.
This "music" is an insult to the cover art.
This sounds better than the usual Built to Swill
One or two clankers, but there a several really good cuts. Worth owning. Quite affordable used on Amazon, too.

 
kilroyjoe3 wrote:
Wow, this is great!  Is the rest of the album this good?
 

 spudboy wrote:
The organ creeps me out a bit. Reminds me of Bloodrock's DOA.
First heard that one when I was about ten. Yuck.  Never quite the same after that.  Shudder
As for this one, i always like to hear BTS and think they have their own sound.  Probably listened to a little NY though.   ;-)

 spudboy wrote:
The organ creeps me out a bit. Reminds me of Bloodrock's DOA.
 
Wow.  Haven't heard that song in ages.  Think I used to own the vinyl.  Can't remember for sure.... 

 Droidac wrote:

It's amazing how moods can change. Last time I rated this song, I gave it a 3. Today it gets a 7. Weird, eh?


 
Ambivalent is a better word, eh?

It's amazing how moods can change. Last time I rated this song, I gave it a 3. Today it gets a 7. Weird, eh?


I really like these guys. I finally realized I was picking up on (what I perceived was ) a sort of Wishbone Ash / Argus kinda vibe in this tune {exit the Way-Back machine now...}


 gjeeg wrote:
I agree!
 
gjeeg wrote:
I always respect a band that can segue and build a song with numerous parts and movements, moods and changes. That variety and complexity is what makes "progressive" rock; a more thoughtful, mature compostional approach beyond pounding three chords at you until you bleed.

 
 
Multiple Personality Issues?

I too like the diversity of sound in this band. What do you say "Horstman"? Oh, absolutely! They totally rock.

There, we both concur.

Wow, this is great!  Is the rest of the album this good?
I agree!
 
gjeeg wrote:
I always respect a band that can segue and build a song with numerous parts and movements, moods and changes. That variety and complexity is what makes "progressive" rock; a more thoughtful, mature compostional approach beyond pounding three chords at you until you bleed.

 


I always respect a band that can segue and build a song with numerous parts and movements, moods and changes. That variety and complexity is what makes "progressive" rock; a more thoughtful, mature compostional approach beyond pounding three chords at you until you bleed.

I hear a riff from Mountain's wonderful Theme From and Imaginary Western“ Wonder if that was intentional?
okay. when is this over?  sigh.
 RedGuitar wrote:


Driving home late one foggy night in the early 70s, listening to the radio - Clyde Clifford on Beeker Street out of Arkansas - and Bloodrock's "DOA" comes on. Very creeped out I was. Fortunately, it was a short drive.
 
blimey - that's a bit of a blast from the past. You'll be quoting In-a-gadda-da-vida next.......

 stewliscious wrote:
I bought this disk based on hearing it here.  Reminds me a lot of Crazy Horse and that guy's voice is even similar to Neil's.  But after listening a few times I don't really have the urge to go back to it.  It is kind of monotonous and repetitive, no really killer guitar work like I expected.
 

I did the same thing and was a little disappointed as well.  A couple of the songs are good but most of the album uses the same formula over and over.  I rarely listen to it now.

I bought this disk based on hearing it here.  Reminds me a lot of Crazy Horse and that guy's voice is even similar to Neil's.  But after listening a few times I don't really have the urge to go back to it.  It is kind of monotonous and repetitive, no really killer guitar work like I expected.
spudboy wrote:
The organ creeps me out a bit. Reminds me of Bloodrock's DOA.
Driving home late one foggy night in the early 70s, listening to the radio - Clyde Clifford on Beeker Street out of Arkansas - and Bloodrock's "DOA" comes on. Very creeped out I was. Fortunately, it was a short drive.
The organ creeps me out a bit. Reminds me of Bloodrock's DOA.
Nice build.
I think it's pretty lame that I'm posting twice in a row, but I just HAD to point out, once again, how cool this song is. It's pretty effing cool.
This band rocks! I love the organ too -- gives it a very classic, prog-rock feel. This song feels like it has withstood the test of time, but it's new, right? :)
Frater_Kork wrote:
Damn, I love that ominous organ.
My wife tells me that all the time!
Rocks pretty good! Definitely have to check these guys out further. A hear a little Wilco thrown in there as well. A solid 8 from me.
nice!
What a voice, what a guitar! Tried to ignore these guys, but this doesn't work any more.
Whoa! Thanks, RP!
This guy has a great spooky quality to his voice. This song is really growing on me. Good thing I have Radio Paradise. Because I'm not likely to hear it anywhere else.
Damn, I love that ominous organ.
I love that bass at the end of the song
westslope wrote:
I'll second that.
I ordered this CD off Amazon last week. Totally a RP purchase because I really like everything I've heard from it so far.
1wolfy wrote:
Feels like Neil Young
I heard the first chord coming in, and immediately I had to have a look whether it was Crazy Horse or either them guys.
1wolfy wrote:
Feels like Neil Young
Gosh, i dunno, i was feeling a little david bowie for a minute there...
1wolfy wrote:
Feels like Neil Young
I think they would consider that a compliment. They're big fans of Neil.
Cover art reminds me of the Chameleons UK album from the 80s...or was that the 90s? I'm getting old...
Darkmatter wrote:
R.E.M.? Eh? How ya figure? More like Neil Young crossed with Pink Floyd to me. Interesting, and great guitars!
And maybe some early King Crimson thrown in for kicks?
gjeeg wrote:
This is intelligent music with many new sounds and a thoughtful, melodic arrangement! A small feast.
I'll second that.
R.E.M.? Eh? How ya figure? More like Neil Young crossed with Pink Floyd to me. Interesting, and great guitars!
bcorcoran wrote:
I thought this was R.E.M. for a second... thank goodness :) (sorry REM fans!)
Same city...but the Elephant Six guys are just as amazing as old R.E.M...
SpaceCase wrote:
I agree, I saw them over the summer and they were nothing short of amazing.
I dunno. I saw them live this fall and they just don't float my boat. They're o.k., but they don't stand out as special to me. The friend I saw them with thinks they're the greatest band EVER, so maybe it's just me.
OK, 5 listens later, I am really starting to like this. Hmmm, maybe someone who picked this song has a better ear than I.
You are playing this song far too much. Built to spill is cool, but not every single day.
Hmmm, acoustic guitar and electronic organ. Reminds me of a bad church band. Sorry, just a 6 for me.
my patience is GONE.
1wolfy wrote:
Feels like Neil Young
for sure
Y'know, these guys have really grown on me along with The Shins. Both bands have odd kinda vocal styles but the music is very unique, creative and enjoyable. Yeah, you can accurately claim the song seems to go on a bit longer than you might like.
I always enjoy this one
I may have to buy this.
pushkinjim wrote:
getting tired of the monotony - a downgrade for sure
Didn't we hear this at least once earlier today?
darthblav wrote:
just saw bts last night and they were amazing! go see them live if you can.
I agree, I saw them over the summer and they were nothing short of amazing.
sometimes it sounds like it wants to break into the theme from The Office.
getting tired of the monotony - a downgrade for sure
Feels like Neil Young
This is intelligent music with many new sounds and a thoughtful, melodic arrangement! A small feast.
Beautiful - Doug Marsh is amazing.
Pretty forgettable stuff.
figsout wrote:
BTS doesnt have many great singles, but the CDs are great as a whole. Each song builds on the next
I agree... and their live shows follow suit. I saw them a few months back in Salt Lake....really fun show!
BTS doesnt have many great singles, but the CDs are great as a whole. Each song builds on the next
I really hear Mountain Nantukett Sleighride in this. Which is not a bad thing. Go Felix!
I thought this was R.E.M. for a second... thank goodness :) (sorry REM fans!)
First Ranked this at a 5 (I like their music but this didnt grab me), but then the organs came in at the end and the whole song was pulled together. 5=>8.
darthblav wrote:
just saw bts last night and they were amazing! go see them live if you can.
I agree! I saw them last winter? and it was a super good show.
Alpine wrote:
BTS grabs my attention every time they are played. I guess I'd better buy it. 8
The same thing just happened to me! My heart started beating faster as soon as RP transitioned from the piece before. Want to go read all about the instrumentalists, which are quite impressive! The singing seems to take a back seat, and the melody isn't especially coherent, but no one is off key. The guitar note-bending is creating backflips in my stomach (in a good way). Now they have added organ sound that combines suspenseful with churchlike in its riffs. Got to find out more about this group! image of organ needs to go here I am intrigued! Thank you, RP!
BTS grabs my attention every time they are played. I guess I'd better buy it. 8
just saw bts last night and they were amazing! go see them live if you can.
Sounds not too bad...! But what about a common gig of this band and Grobschnitt (cf. https://www.stephan-schelle.de/grobschnitt/)?
Dull, but I heard a few notes that reminded me of Nantuk Sleighride by Mountain. Must did that up.
I'm Gone!
Life is too short to listen to mediocre music.
nevsky wrote:
6.5
6.5 Gotta be pretty mediocre if the comments are all numbers. Like very tasty oatmeal. Maybe some nuts in there, with butter and honey. But still oatmeal.
6.5
6=six
Yep... a 7
bcorcoran wrote:
Same 'ol, same 'ol. Pleasant to listen to, but nothing out of the ordinary to me. 7.
Ditto 7