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Post by peritura on Oct 4, 2014 2:17:08 GMT -5
I was thinking the same thing. If I remember correctly this song is a Yusuf original. I haven't been able to listen to the link of this song, and some other recent clips, but I am willing to wait until my CD arrives to get my first listen. I am hearing good things about the songs, so it's all cool. "I was born in Babylon" is original by Yusuf (with brilliant Richard Thompson on lead acoustic guitar)... very, very good song... in some way it reminds me of "Welcome Home" (from "Roadsinger" album), another of his best. After I have heard "Dying to Live", "Gold Digger", "I was born in B." (and we somehow know "Doors" from his live concerts) ... I think that this album will be his best after his comeback, even with 5 covers  I completely get the connection you are making with Welcome Home- one of my favourite tracks from Roadsinger. Yes, I think this is set to be an amazing album. And I have to admit to having been a little disappointed when I heard there would be 5 covers... |
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Post by aurarisma on Oct 4, 2014 23:50:58 GMT -5
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Post by Sir Lorry Load on Oct 6, 2014 11:34:47 GMT -5
I feel as though I have been nostalgically transported back to the 1970's as I feel the same giddy thrill that I experienced then, when I was in my teens and we were all preoccupied and filled to brimming with eager and unbridled anticipation for each new Cat Stevens album as they were released.  I felt that very same sense of excitement as I pre-ordered "Tell 'Em I'm Gone" via amazon, yesterday! Thank you, Yusuf, for this latest gift of music... each and every one have always proven to be well worth the wait.  -Bud You going to see him in NYC Buddly Boodly Boo?  ....you owe it to yourself since he'll be in your neck of the woods! Oh, and I forgot....WHAT, NO FLIPPIN' VINYL??  All this talk of artwork and special stuff...sheesh, that's what albums are for!!  My little "old school heart" is broke. 
You know, he made an album for Roadsinger, and it's GORGEOUS!!  Well worth the money!! 
It don't matter...I lub him anyway.  Hi Richina, Thank you for the smiles that are always a lead-pipe cinch to accompany your messages as I read them. I do harbor the hope of finally taking advantage of the opportunity to see the great Yusuf on stage (as you may recall, I, to my huge regret, have never done so). If I am able to do so on this occasion, it will represent the grandest 'bucket list' fulfillment I could ever imagine and hope to accomplish. It is my vervant wish that you, and all of our fellow 'catters, are going to be able to catch a show! -Bud (P.S. -- I was just thinking about an LP/vinyl version of "Tell 'Em I'm Gone", this morning, so I, too, am sorry to learn that none will be forthcoming. So states your fellow "Old Schooler") |
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Post by Sir Lorry Load on Oct 6, 2014 11:46:07 GMT -5
I agree Bud I did too!and then getting "Dying to Live" as a premiere single .. it was sooo beautiful to gift us with that .. such love !!
that would be a good question to ask Richina about the vinyl .. I would think it will come out as vinyl too!
xo Thank you, Christina, and I heartily agree with what you expressed about Yusuf's thoughtful free sampling of "Dying To Live", as well. Hmmm... maybe we can start a sort of "'Tell 'Em I'm Gone': We Want The Vinyl!" boomlet/semi-official campaign, here... -Bud |
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Post by Novim on Oct 6, 2014 13:33:39 GMT -5
I'm not great on covers but, having seen that short film which someone so kindly posted the link to, I'm won over. John Lennon once said that if someone did a cover of any of his songs it was fine as long as it was different! What is the point of reinventing the wheel? So you get great covers like Joe Cocker's 'With a Little Help From My Friends' which I think even Lennon preferred to the original. So much soul there which was absent from Ringo's version, much as I liked it too.
You are my Sunshine has always done little for me and I was sceptical when I saw it included on the track list. However, Yusuf's version WOW!
I'm really looking forward to this album now! Bring it on!
Chris
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Post by lindros88 on Oct 6, 2014 13:35:23 GMT -5
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Post by richina on Oct 6, 2014 22:31:02 GMT -5
Done...thanks so much for the heads up! I'm thrilled! |
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Post by Uruguayo on Oct 7, 2014 13:03:27 GMT -5
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Post by aurarisma on Oct 8, 2014 11:27:46 GMT -5
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Post by M. on Oct 8, 2014 11:57:23 GMT -5
LOVE, LOVE, LOVE it!!  Guess these concerts will become "ClapYourHands-concerts"  |
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Post by aurarisma on Oct 8, 2014 23:02:26 GMT -5
LOVE, LOVE, LOVE it!! Guess these concerts will become "ClapYourHands-concerts" |
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Post by richina on Oct 9, 2014 11:21:53 GMT -5
Does anybody know this is a state song of LOUISIANA?  ? As kids, we used to sing this (all 3 stanzas) from the front of the houseboat, at dusk, coming home after a long day on the river! My earliest memories of singing "sunshine" include wearing one of those bulky orange life jackets (wet, dirty, and chafing), as we straddled the railing across the front of the boat with our feet dangling in the water. We had to sit like that so the wake of the boat, as it moved through the water, wouldn't grab us and accidently pull us off, then under, the boat! (ah, parenting in the 60's! )Y'all don't even wanna know how many freshly grilled "river burgers" 9 kids (and often more) could eat after a full day of skiing, tubing, and swimming??! Answer....as many as my Aunt Ruth and Uncle Mal could fix!! (may they rest in peace  ) What great memories....Hey, I wonder if Yusuf knows the song "There Once Was A Farmer..."or "The Cutest Boy..."?? I could sure teach 'em to him... now where DID we leave that houseboat??  |
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Post by aurarisma on Oct 10, 2014 11:27:14 GMT -5
Does anybody know this is a state song of LOUISIANA? ? As kids, we used to sing this (all 3 stanzas) from the front of the houseboat, at dusk, coming home after a long day on the river! My earliest memories of singing "sunshine" include wearing one of those bulky orange life jackets (wet, dirty, and chafing), as we straddled the railing across the front of the boat with our feet dangling in the water. We had to sit like that so the wake of the boat, as it moved through the water, wouldn't grab us and accidently pull us off, then under, the boat! (ah, parenting in the 60's! )Y'all don't even wanna know how many freshly grilled "river burgers" 9 kids (and often more) could eat after a full day of skiing, tubing, and swimming??! Answer....as many as my Aunt Ruth and Uncle Mal could fix!! (may they rest in peace ) What great memories....Hey, I wonder if Yusuf knows the song "There Once Was A Farmer..."or "The Cutest Boy..."?? I could sure teach 'em to him... now where DID we leave that houseboat?? |
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Post by Uruguayo on Oct 10, 2014 17:49:43 GMT -5
Fortunately I can now upload William Stout's illustration without problems. This is the artwork for the LP cover:  |
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Post by joyatri on Oct 10, 2014 20:41:07 GMT -5
I like how the album art references Mona Bone Jakon, Tea for the Tillerman and Teaser and the Firecat. And "I Love My Dog"? Any other references I'm missing?
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Post by Sir Lorry Load on Oct 11, 2014 8:47:37 GMT -5
I like how the album art references Mona Bone Jakon, Tea for the Tillerman and Teaser and the Firecat. And "I Love My Dog"? Any other references I'm missing? Joyatri, I'm still searching for a black spider dancing... or... playing a flute! That _is_ a most cool and clever cover. -Bud |
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Post by Sir Lorry Load on Oct 11, 2014 8:53:36 GMT -5
Does anybody know this is a state song of LOUISIANA? ? As kids, we used to sing this (all 3 stanzas) from the front of the houseboat, at dusk, coming home after a long day on the river! My earliest memories of singing "sunshine" include wearing one of those bulky orange life jackets (wet, dirty, and chafing), as we straddled the railing across the front of the boat with our feet dangling in the water. We had to sit like that so the wake of the boat, as it moved through the water, wouldn't grab us and accidently pull us off, then under, the boat! (ah, parenting in the 60's! )Y'all don't even wanna know how many freshly grilled "river burgers" 9 kids (and often more) could eat after a full day of skiing, tubing, and swimming??! Answer....as many as my Aunt Ruth and Uncle Mal could fix!! (may they rest in peace ) What great memories....Hey, I wonder if Yusuf knows the song "There Once Was A Farmer..."or "The Cutest Boy..."?? I could sure teach 'em to him... now where DID we leave that houseboat?? I challenge anyone to read Richina's posts (and this one is a prime example) and not chuckle and smile. I recall, Richina, that your dad was a noted writer and reporter for many years, and I must say that "your daddy's best 'genes'" are clearly present in his talented daughter. -Bud |
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Post by downunder72 on Oct 12, 2014 13:28:06 GMT -5
Does anybody know this is a state song of LOUISIANA? ? As kids, we used to sing this (all 3 stanzas) from the front of the houseboat, at dusk, coming home after a long day on the river! My earliest memories of singing "sunshine" include wearing one of those bulky orange life jackets (wet, dirty, and chafing), as we straddled the railing across the front of the boat with our feet dangling in the water. We had to sit like that so the wake of the boat, as it moved through the water, wouldn't grab us and accidently pull us off, then under, the boat! (ah, parenting in the 60's! )Y'all don't even wanna know how many freshly grilled "river burgers" 9 kids (and often more) could eat after a full day of skiing, tubing, and swimming??! Answer....as many as my Aunt Ruth and Uncle Mal could fix!! (may they rest in peace ) What great memories....Hey, I wonder if Yusuf knows the song "There Once Was A Farmer..."or "The Cutest Boy..."?? I could sure teach 'em to him... now where DID we leave that houseboat?? I challenge anyone to read Richina's posts (and this one is a prime example) and not chuckle and smile. I recall, Richina, that your dad was a noted writer and reporter for many years, and I must say that "your daddy's best 'genes'" are clearly present in his talented daughter. -Bud Bud couldn't agree with you more !!!! I think Rechina should think seriously about getting a book underway, that is if she hasn't already. Can't wait to read Rechinas and everyones report after going to Yusufs concert!! |
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Post by Deleted on Oct 12, 2014 13:42:00 GMT -5
I wonder if there'll be a deluxe version?
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Post by downunder72 on Oct 12, 2014 14:21:41 GMT -5
For some reason now that I have well matured into my half decade and six years, when I hear this song it makes me a little emotional and teary. I don't humm or sing this song in my head in an upbeat or clapping style anymore as I used to when I was much younger. It's strange how music styles change the feeling of a song, words take on a new meaning. It's like the tone of voice you use when you speak to people, it makes all the difference, it's not always what you say, but how you say it. Found an old cover, I'll try and post it as it has been a very long time since I posted a link, hope it works. www.youtube.com/watch?v=mFK-mFlZ2uw And one more cover that made me take notice. www.youtube.com/watch?v=x5FD1jMN3tQ Doing alot of editing, as I'm trying to get into the swing of things here again, that is taking advantage of my freetime, and good state of mind , thought I'd add the version that influenced Yusuf. www.youtube.com/watch?v=a8o4os6Um6g Trying to stay on topic, doing my best not to disturb the flow of things here, as I feel it is a much exciting time for majicatters going to a concert, as it is for the majicatters not going, or is it the other way around, anyway, whatever. |
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Post by downunder72 on Oct 12, 2014 16:21:34 GMT -5
I like how the album art references Mona Bone Jakon, Tea for the Tillerman and Teaser and the Firecat. And "I Love My Dog"? Any other references I'm missing? Joyatri, I'm still searching for a black spider dancing... or... playing a flute! That _is_ a most cool and clever cover. -Bud Checking out the album sleeves, definitely no sight of spider dancing, or playing a flute, probably in the barn hanging from a beam. I see he has left one boot behind, with so much running around, on the road again.... book,... album,.... concert tour,.... probably worn out the other one, new boots are in store, and it seems he has taken the whole chocolate box with him, (darn not even one  !!), I guess comfort food and extra energy will be needed on this tour. |
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Post by aurarisma on Oct 15, 2014 0:54:18 GMT -5
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Post by aurarisma on Oct 15, 2014 1:13:52 GMT -5
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Post by peritura on Oct 15, 2014 13:03:49 GMT -5
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Post by peritura on Oct 15, 2014 13:04:12 GMT -5
sorry 19:15 BST
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Post by peritura on Oct 15, 2014 13:28:44 GMT -5
Seems Doors is not the song we know from the musical...
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Post by aurarisma on Oct 15, 2014 15:55:40 GMT -5
How do you know Peritura ?
Does anyone have the interview he did for BBC One Breakfast ..
If so can you display it here I would love to see it ..
Thanks xoxox
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Post by peritura on Oct 15, 2014 16:01:34 GMT -5
The BBC TV interview is not available on iplayer This is the link to the Front Row programme-quite a short affair. www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b04l10jtIn this programme is a short listen to the song Doors |
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Post by crobarbie on Oct 15, 2014 16:20:49 GMT -5
The BBC TV interview is not available on iplayer This is the link to the Front Row programme-quite a short affair. www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b04l10jtIn this programme is a short listen to the song Doors Hm, are you sure? I think that at 03 min :20 sec started short clip of that song, maybe it is "Doors" but maybe it is "Cat And The Dog Trap"? |
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Post by peritura on Oct 15, 2014 16:29:36 GMT -5
You are right- it could also say dogs, which might make more sense in the context.
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....you owe it to yourself since he'll be in your neck of the woods! 
All this talk of artwork and special stuff...sheesh, that's what albums are for!! 
My little "old school heart" is broke. 
Well worth the money!! 
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!!), I guess comfort food and extra energy will be needed on this tour.