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Laughing Stock

Talk Talk | Format: Audio CD
4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (30 customer reviews)
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With the exception of a handful of common threads -- chief among them the plaintive vocals and haunting lyrics of frontman Mark Hollis -- there is little to suggest that the five studio LPs that make up the Talk Talk oeuvre are indeed the work of the same band throughout. After beginning their career with records virtually epitomizing the new wave era that spawned them, the British group never ... Read more in Amazon's Talk Talk Store

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  • Audio CD (20 Feb 2006)
  • Number of Discs: 1
  • Label: Import Music Services
  • ASIN: B000001FZK
  • Other Editions: Audio CD  |  Audio Cassette  |  Vinyl  |  MP3 Download
  • Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (30 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 3,785 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

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36 of 37 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Perfection 22 Jun 2005
By Marshalsea
Format:Audio CD
As a teenager I could not appreciate it's delicacy, gripped as I was in the height of Industrial and Grunge. And thus like so many others, I was slightly disappointed when I first bought this over 10 years ago when I (re)discovered Talk Talk (who doesn't love "It's My Life", that being the original and not that supremely redundent No Doubt cover version) and grabbed all the albums.

However, there was something about it, even then, that niggled at me. What was it? Maybe it was some sneaking suspicion that this is possibly one of the best pieces of musical art ever released on a CD. Maybe I hadn't quite grown up enough to appreciate it, but knew that some day it would touch me in a way very little other music does.

Coupled with it's earlier sibling "Spirit Of Eden", they gainfully mix longing, hope and sorrow. The pair shake off everything insepid and bland, release all pop roots and go for something new - and not by the throat, it's an almost resigned sigh, but there is always some last glimmer of hope.

Nearly 15 years later, this album proves it's timeless nature. If you're looking for a listening experience for your soul, I can recommend very few other albums besides this.
And at the price the sellers on here are offering it at it's a crime not to take a risk.

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13 of 13 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding 18 April 2001
By P. Butler
Format:Audio CD
The final Talk Talk album, 'Laughing Stock' shows the other side of their experimental coin. In this slightly more bluesy down to earth record, Hollis has crafted six minimal yet tuneful pieces that relax and uplift the listener. 'Laughing Stock' leaves behind the big budget sound of 'Spirit of Eden' in this fantastic farewell.
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36 of 38 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Their finest hour 10 Mar 2003
By daniel k
Format:Audio CD
Laughing Stock is without doubt, Talk Talk's seminal piece; their finest hour. I know of no other piece of music so rich in texture. It's landscape.

Think of your favorite view, no matter how many times you look at it, you will always see new things. It changes, the seasons come and go.

It might appear disjointed and hard work at first. When I first bought it many years ago, I was truly dissapointed. But that's because I'd never heard anything like it; my brain couldn't file it in a comfertable box. But I stuck with it and it wasn't long before I realised this was something speacial.

From the futillity of the human condition to the joy of life - it'll take you there (and bring you back again)It's all there - check it out

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5.0 out of 5 stars Pop / Jazz / Classical Fusion
Talk Talk have been described as exponents of art rock - and I suppose that is a good description of this their final album. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Seoulprovider
5.0 out of 5 stars NEW ERA TEMPLATE
More free-form than the wonderful Spirit of Eden.Something more of a contemporary classical nature to this piece of work.Only for those looking for a more artistic experience.
Published 3 months ago by TAPPED HEAD
1.0 out of 5 stars poor service
tried on numerous occasions to get information about this CD.It took 1 month to get a reply from the company and then there was no follow up.
Published 4 months ago by gary dowdeswell
3.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant album, terrible pressing quality (vinyl)
Anyone who knows Talk talk wont need a review of this album.
Its more experimental and ambient than their early stuff, but none the worse for it. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Dr. Michael J. Johnson
5.0 out of 5 stars talk about superb !
I have read all amazon reviews on this CD only one criticises with a twist on the title ...I don't profess to be a music expert and I cant put in to words what the average critic... Read more
Published 4 months ago by tu nombre es
5.0 out of 5 stars Got to be a Talk Talk Fan! Laughing Stock CD
Have to be a Talk Talk Fan,natural follow up to previous Album/CD,more intricate and the more you play the better it sounds.Good Service as usual from Amazon.
Published 9 months ago by Music Shiver
5.0 out of 5 stars Beyond reviewing
This is utter, utter genius.
I can't put into words how good this but and sadly it won't suit everybody.
Take a punt.....what have you got to lose?
Published 12 months ago by Indian Joe
5.0 out of 5 stars An extraordinary album
I missed this album first time around in the early 90's. It's an extraordinary work which has very quickly entered my top ten albums of all time and that's saying something as I'm... Read more
Published 15 months ago by TwoSheds57
5.0 out of 5 stars simply bliss
For those who love the last period of Talk Talk this record is a must have. 180 grams Vinyl will reproduce with no doubt the atmosphere and intimacy of this recording like you have... Read more
Published 19 months ago by Mark
5.0 out of 5 stars Not just for 80's fans!
OK, 'Laughing Stock' was released in 91, but you know what I mean! If you like 'Spirit of Eden' you must get this - they make a real pair. Read more
Published 21 months ago by R. Harvey
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