- Audio CD (10 Nov 2008)
- Number of Discs: 1
- Label: Saloon
- ASIN: B001IZIDJQ
- Other Editions: MP3 Download
- Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 30,806 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)
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Winners of the coveted New Talent competition at Glastonbury, Manchester's Travelling Band have it all going for them at the moment. Self-avowed resisters of the 'the man' in corporate rock label guise, these beardy, raggle taggle guys look like they've moved in to your local park in a horse-drawn caravan, and their called after a Creedence track. What's not to like? It's a jangly acoustic vibe that pervades, but to term them 'folk' (as so many other bands do at the moment, to escape the straitjacket of indiedom) is misleading.
As befits a band starting out on the long road to full-grown career, there's a bit of restless style shifting going on here. Fighting shy of odious catch-all descriptions, the songs fall somewhere between early Gomez (especially on Biding My Time and Lanes Of Names), with a touch of countryfied twang, while at other (more intriguing) points they can even bring to mind Bob Dylan (Angel Of The Morning - at least in the vocal department).
Sparkling harmonies and bright chirpy guitars pepper this album full of bright-eyed optimism. It's the kind of record that'd make a fine Sunday morning accompaniment. I.N.V.E.R.T is spry folkabilly that almost recalls the Coral, while elsewhere the chiming strings and finely wrought harmonies bring on a distinctly West Coast ambience. Above all it's a ramshackle fuzziness that keeps you smiling. And that's no easy trick to pull off.
While it yet falls short of true greatness, Under The Pavement shows immense promise. Here's hoping they can break free of mere trends, avoid the traps and find their own road soon. --Jerome Blakeney
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Having had this album since its release (about a month ago) its already turned into a late contender for my 2008 album of the year. It really does feel like an effortless and flowing record. The only reason I haven't gone for the big (High Five) 5 stars is beacause of the inclusion of two, possibly, lesser tracks (INVERT and Sweet City). Then again that could well be judged as nit-picking on my part. The over-riding feeling listening to this wonderful record is one of understated beauty. It's simply effortless. The songcraft on display would be something you'd expect from a band on their 3rd or 4th album. Maturity is the key word here. There are many examples to highlight - 'Biding My Time, 'Diamond Flighted Arrow' etc.
Another notable point to mention is the production on this record. It's great to hear an album where the producer has allowed the music room to breathe. There's space on this album. Hallelujah! It's not a congested and compacted mess.
There's plenty of buried treasure here for anyone that wants it. Go get!
Another notable point to mention is the production on this record. It's great to hear an album where the producer has allowed the music room to breathe. There's space on this album. Hallelujah! It's not a congested and compacted mess.
There's plenty of buried treasure here for anyone that wants it. Go get!
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
I've had this for a week now and have listened every day. It's lovely. I don't quite know how to describe it beyond that, but I'll try...
It's melodic, acoustic pop... Tunes that hook you straight away... As soon as it finishes, I feel like putting it on again...
That's the best I can do. I'd only add the somewhat obvious comment that I'm glad I bought it - money very well spent.
It's melodic, acoustic pop... Tunes that hook you straight away... As soon as it finishes, I feel like putting it on again...
That's the best I can do. I'd only add the somewhat obvious comment that I'm glad I bought it - money very well spent.
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WHAT MUSIC IS ON THIS CD SEE BELOW
20 May 2010
Format:Audio CD
1. Cocky Elegance 3:04
2. Kings Cup (feat. Dr. Oscify & Improv) 4:44
3. Under the Basement (Escro freestyle) 2:45
4. Line Cook (Magnificent Wingspan) 3:59
5. Riot Gear 1:53 MP3 $0.99
6. Back Again (One Eyed Kings) 3:46
7. Anyways (feat. Surreal & Miss Lady) 2:37
8. Sunshine (Improv) 2:14 MP3 $0.99
9. Blaze it Up 3:09 MP3 $0.99
10. The Way You Move (Catch Lungs) 2:04
11. Believe 3:05 MP3 $0.99
12. Revolution Inside (Mysticism) 3:29
13. Never What it Seems 3:07
14. Anything is Possible (feat. Dr. Oscify & Limbo)
15. Jezebelle (Dr. Oscify) 4:39
16. Long Lost Love 3:07
17. Get it Live 2:01
18. A Man Once Told Me (Escro)
2. Kings Cup (feat. Dr. Oscify & Improv) 4:44
3. Under the Basement (Escro freestyle) 2:45
4. Line Cook (Magnificent Wingspan) 3:59
5. Riot Gear 1:53 MP3 $0.99
6. Back Again (One Eyed Kings) 3:46
7. Anyways (feat. Surreal & Miss Lady) 2:37
8. Sunshine (Improv) 2:14 MP3 $0.99
9. Blaze it Up 3:09 MP3 $0.99
10. The Way You Move (Catch Lungs) 2:04
11. Believe 3:05 MP3 $0.99
12. Revolution Inside (Mysticism) 3:29
13. Never What it Seems 3:07
14. Anything is Possible (feat. Dr. Oscify & Limbo)
15. Jezebelle (Dr. Oscify) 4:39
16. Long Lost Love 3:07
17. Get it Live 2:01
18. A Man Once Told Me (Escro)
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