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Surf

~ Roddy Frame
5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)

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  • Audio CD (4 Oct 2004)
  • Number of Discs: 1
  • Label: Redemption
  • ASIN: B00006AL5P
  • Other Editions: Audio CD  |  MP3 Download
  • Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 49,886 in Music (See Bestsellers in Music)

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1. Over you
2. Surf
3. Small world
4. I can't start now
5. Abloom
6. Tough
7. Big Ben
8. High class music
9. Turning the world around
10. Mixed up love
11. For what it was

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The second solo album by the former Aztec Camera songwriter is as lo-fi as they come: Surf is Roddy Frame's voice, and Frame's acoustic guitar, recorded in Frame's front room. From a lesser singer, guitarist and songwriter--which is to say, just about any singer, guitarist or songwriter--this might have resulted in a work that was tiresomely monochromatic, or indigestibly ascetic. From Roddy Frame, it is a joy. One of the trademark delights of Aztec Camera albums was the solo acoustic vignette that closed them ("Down The Dip" from High Land, Hard Rain, "The Birth Of The True" from Knife, "Killermont Street" from Love, "Song For A Friend" from Stray) and Surf is basically a comp! lete album of such tracks.

The songs on Surf stand comparison with the best Frame has written. At times, it almost sounds a companion piece to Aztec Camera' precocious debut, High Land, Hard Rain, released when Frame was a teenager: the reliance on acoustic guitars and pure melody is similar, but where High Land, Hard Rain was suffused with optimism for the journey ahead, Surf looks back on the road travelled with some regret, considerable bemusement, and a final redemptive acceptance of the way things are. Frame, still not 40, is embarking on middle age as gracefully as could have been hoped.--Andrew Mueller

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22 of 22 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Unplugged and unbeatable, 14 Aug 2002
Roddy Frame follows no path but his own. The critics can say what they want but I think he's leagues ahead of just about every singer/songwriter in this country. This cd will break your heart with the power of its lyrics and melodies. The North Star (Roddy's last album) was a masterpiece that few people ever got to hear, now he's made an even better record. If you think you can write a song, give it up now. Mr Frame has already out written and out played you before you've even picked up your guitar. I won't spoil this record for you so all I'll say is there's eleven tracks played unplugged with no ego or vanity in sight. Frame sings from the heart and that's where his songs will hit you. Let your curiosity guide you.
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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Prepare to be moved..., 4 Sep 2002
By Neil "Celtic Soul Boy" (Ipswich, England) - See all my reviews
Just when you thought Roddy had reached his creative peak with the excellent North Star he produces this mini masterpiece. It takes real performing and writing talent to carry off this minimalistic piece and Mr. Frame has it in bucketloads. A voice which whispers, muses, soars and torches in turns and which has matured remarkably since his last outing; lyrics and phrasing which probe and pinpoint the real and often wistful experience of someone approaching mid-life; melodies which tease and soothe and excite; topped-up with a virtuoso acoustic guitar performance which adds power and dynamics to this rivetting collection of songs. You won't hear better songs this year - if ever - don't waste your money on anything less moving. Love. Neil
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13 of 14 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars "Early Doors" Lead Me To A Gem, 19 Jun 2003
By Mark Cooper (Surrey United Kingdom) - See all my reviews
"Small World" the theme tune for the wonderful Early Doors comedy lead me to this utter gem of an album from the former Aztec Camera front man. I found ten other beautifully crafted tracks with the simplicity of one man singing along to his acoustic guitar. But, what a singer and what a player. It certainly reminds me of Nick Drake's "Bryter Later" from which Frame, like so many others clearly drew inspiration.Highlights are the said "Small World" and "Tough", but the most outstanding track is the achingly beautiful "I can't Start Now". I just cannot recommend this album highly enough. Go on, treat yourself.
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5.0 out of 5 stars A postscript to my review
In fact don't buy the UK version of SURF, buy the Japanese import, because the two extra tracks, YOUR SMILE HAS STOPPED THE HANDS OF TIME and CROSSING NEWBURY STREET are yet... Read more
Published on 8 Feb 2006 by D. Smith

5.0 out of 5 stars A Contemporary Masterpiece
After years of being asked, 'when are you going to make an acoustic album', Roddy Frame has finally done it with 2003's SURF. Read more
Published on 1 Dec 2005 by D. Smith

5.0 out of 5 stars Enjoy!!
This album is so easy on the ears, it has great lyrics a soulful voice and a magic guitar.
An asset for any CD collection, I'm off to listen once again!!
Published on 9 Jul 2005 by J. Mcaulay

5.0 out of 5 stars Simplicity and Excellence
A Friend recommended this outstanding piece of work to me, I bought the record and took it to Portugal where i played it non-stop. Read more
Published on 10 Mar 2004 by MR L D KRUMINS

5.0 out of 5 stars Back on form
Well you know i'd kinda given up on Roddy after the below par album Dreamland but then the theme to Early Doors rekindled my interest in him. Read more
Published on 19 Feb 2004 by fishboyandmelvin

5.0 out of 5 stars One man & his guitar...
This is the follow-up to his first solo album “Northern Star”, for this release “Mr Frame” has gone for the low-fi approach. Read more
Published on 23 Jan 2004 by Milt Ingarfield

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