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Magpie [Explicit Lyrics]

~ Stephen Fretwell
4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (26 customer reviews)
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  • Audio CD (22 Nov 2004)
  • Number of Discs: 1
  • Format: Explicit Lyrics
  • Label: Polydor Group
  • ASIN: B0006H9AEE
  • Other Editions: Audio CD
  • Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (26 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 4,194 in Music (See Bestsellers in Music)

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Track Listings

1. Do You Want To Come With?
2. What's That You Say Little Girl
3. Run
4. Bad Bad You, Bad Bad Me
5. Rose
6. Lost Without You
7. Emily
8. Lines
9. Play
10. Brother
11. New York
12. Rain (UK Bonus Track)
13. If You Go (UK Bonus Track)

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Album Description
Born in Scunthorpe but now living in Manchester, Stephen Fretwell is a 23 year old singer songwriter; though listening to his songs you might expect him to be older. After testing the water with several big name producers, Stephen decided to produce his debut album himself and Magpie was recorded at Abbey Road studios. This debut album from the Salford-based singer/songwriter is very infectious with echoes of Dylan throughout: he writes music that you don't mind having stuck in your head.

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'Magpie' is the debut album by British singer-songwriter Stephen Fretwell. Drawing his influences from artists such as Bob Dylan and Nick Drake, the Manchester-based Fretwell has crafted an album that is both rich in sonic texture and lyrically bold in content. Includes the single 'Emily'.

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16 of 16 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars This is (folk) music, 8 Sep 2005
By S. Humphery "Stu" (Eastleigh, Hampshire, UK) - See all my reviews
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I don't know what I was expecting when I bought this record, but I don't think it was a folk album! The chord changes are perhaps more indie than folk, but it's basically folk music. If you liked Moving Up Country by James Yorkeston and the Athletes then the the slow building Do You Want to Come With? will certainly ring your bells. If Richard Hawley takes the sound of Scott Walker and brings it right up to date with a little northern witt and charm, then Steven Fretwell does the same to the songs of Tim Hardin. The production is perfect. I've heard a couple of albums lately where the artist has tried to create a "live" sound and failed. Steven pulls it off with aplomb. It sounds like he's sat with his band on top of your hi-fi, when he laughs a little mid song (i think from memory it's on What's That You Say Little Girl) you can't help but laugh with him. Where the music itself is sparse and acoustic, occasionally lifted with a little light (and beautifully syncopated) piano, the lyrics are confesional and warm. They lift the arangements and stop the whole thing from drowning in melancholy. I guess that Steven Fretwell could be classed as this years Damien Rice. He is certainly much closer to Damian than Coldplay or Snow Patrol or any current Indie act. Whilst Damian's arrangements are endlessly inventive, his lyrics and vocal style eventually became too much for me. I just don't need that much traumor in my life! You're safe with Steven Fretwell though, he'll take your heart, but promise not to break it.
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29 of 30 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Worth every single penny of your hard earned, 19 Dec 2004
By D. Harris (Wigan, Lancashire, United Kingdom) - See all my reviews
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Errr, WOW.

This album is simply stunning,its perfect for the long dark winter nights.
Lights out, just the fire on and these beautiful, haunting melodies filling the room.

Stephen's voice reminds me very much of Chris from Coldplay, its a very obvious comparison, but beyond that, this guy as a Dylanesque delivery to his vocal.

You can go two ways when listening to this album, you can just enjoy the melodies, or if you pay attention you can pick up on some very well written songs.

This album for me just basically flows, if your looking for comparisons in order to make your decision to buy then I would compare him to David Gray and Snow Patrol, but I would give this album the edge over the most recent releases by either artist, which says a lot, because Final Straw by Snow Patrol is awesome also.

Buy this, its very good and deserves your hard earned cash, and your ears deserve the treat.

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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars a beautiful, beautiful album......, 12 Jul 2005
After seeing an advert on TV, i decided to buy this album and see what it had to offer. I have to say that i am so glad i did, this is a beautiful album - stunning voice, soul searching lyrics, and beautiful beautiful guitar melodies. The album flows right from the beginning, a definite easy-listening cd. Perfect for relaxing to, and successful in creating a range of emotions. This is a must buy album, and you will not be disappointed. It's hard to pick out my favourite songs, as they are all stunning. However, i do love Emily and Do you want to come with me? But saying that, every track could be a favourite. A spectacular album, each song is as beautiful as the previous - a must buy!
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Most Recent Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars Wow
What an amazing album. I liked it so much the first time that when it finished I had to press play and listen to the whole thing again. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Ben Thurley

5.0 out of 5 stars A tough call...
...but I think I prefer him to Tom Mcrae, and I like Tom McRae a lot. 'Play' is just stunning.
Published on 19 Mar 2007 by Mr. S. J. Parry

5.0 out of 5 stars Buy, buy, buy.....
Stephen Fretwell was introduced to be by Radio 2 and I bought his album immediately on the basis of listening to one song once. One of the best CD's in my collection (IMHO). Read more
Published on 12 Jan 2007 by A. Forrest

4.0 out of 5 stars On second thoughts....
On first listen I admit I only gave this album a 3* rating, and now realise the error of my ways. For what we have here is a beautiful album full of dark, reflective songs,... Read more
Published on 14 Mar 2006 by jp99_97

5.0 out of 5 stars Exceptional...
Stephen Fretwell's 'Magpie' is, without doubt, one of the best albums of 2005. Understated, folk-infused acoustic guitar, accompanied by Fretwell's mellow (and... Read more
Published on 15 Feb 2006 by G. Horn

5.0 out of 5 stars my little gem of a magpie..
i beleive this to be probably one of the most beautiful, gorgeous albums i have ever come across..
for me i found that it related to me in so many ways and often put into words... Read more
Published on 17 Sep 2005 by teetee84

4.0 out of 5 stars A treasure
I bought Magpie entirely on impulse having never heard of Stephen Fretwell, but having a fondness for singer-songwriters and a weakness for special offers. Read more
Published on 21 Aug 2005 by demdempster

4.0 out of 5 stars enjoyable
having heard Stephen fretwell played often on Radio 1 i decided to purchase the album. Upon arrival i obviously skipped straight to Tracks Run and Emilie and they sounded just as... Read more
Published on 3 Aug 2005 by drengotknik

5.0 out of 5 stars Acoustic Heaven
This album is one of the most beautiful collections of songs I have ever heard!
When your done being charmed by the amazing melodies of this album (never going to happen) just... Read more
Published on 30 Jul 2005 by Jay

5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful
Heard Emily on the radio and was blown away, listened to a couple of album tracks and was really blown away. Read more
Published on 25 Jul 2005 by darrenthebaron

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