Ridiculously Good!
author: cylc
This is music lover's paradise. I find myself listening to it at all times of day..
It sits just as well with hazy early morning introspective moments as it does with late nights with the crew hanging out and trouble on the horizon.
This release is musically lush, rich in textures, the sequencing is tight, and he has a great ear for the little details.
It's obvious after the first listen that Michael Allen Whipple knows what time it is.
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Imagine it!
author: Dan Kaufman
Before Heavy Weather Comes - I can feel the rain and see the dark clouds forming. Is that Jaco I hear?
Dancing About Architecture - Dave Brubeck would be proud of this well layered odd-time-signatured track. It's my favorite on the album. Great bass line it just needs that unimitable tone of a real dog house.
Calling Doctor Cocktail - what's his number I'm ready for a vodka martini, shaken.
Flowers on Concrete - I'm hearing vocals and rap instead of trumpet. Especially in the A-section.
The Deja View - Not crazy about the synth guitar.
Bass line is a bit busy for me. Wall of sound is well done.
Thingneedy - Okay this REALLY grooves. Can't wait to hear it live. This is also my favorite.
Free Beer Tomorrow - Chorus tomorrow? ;)
Dedication - Nice Rhodes piano sound.
Three Dragons - I really like the rhythm and sounds in Oriental section. Nice.
Elegance in Decline - The title really says it. Great layering and tones.
A Machine Dreams the Logic of Passion - Another great piece that rounds out a superb album.
Excellent recording Mike. I think this is some of your best stuff to date and it's on the top of my playlist.
So can we hear any of this live?
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Imaginary Weather
author: Magic Mike
Wow! What a great listen. Michael packs a fabulous amount of great riffs, songs, & style into this new collection. Wonderful sound & engineering, which I know that he does on his own. Great work, & a must have for anyone wanting to hear how real players & engineers do it right.
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