ENDLESS WIRE
This is my review of The Who's new CD Endless Wire
Fragments-
How cool is it for those of us who were lucky
enough to here this in-concert?Roger pointing to select
fans and then all saying ("the part of you belong to
you")"and you...and you....and you.....and you."
How powerful is that?How much better connected
can you be to The Who machine at that moment?
Listening to this again brings back those wonderful
memories up north with dear friends.
A Man in a Purple Dress-
I must admit I felt a bit weary
at a couple of online listens but now that I have the
words and get to hear it in stereo,I realize what a
powerful statement Pete has made here.
"How dare you?Do you think I'll quietly go?"
Mike Post Theme-
Well,this has been a staple for me
going way back to the beginning of the Euro/UK shows.
Could of used Zak's drums but other than that it's
a tasty treat and who can deny the already classic
line...."If there really is a God,we should get laid
today."
That's my life story in a nut shell!!
Ok,no pun intended!!
In the Ether-
I would of loved this song so much better
in Pete's normal voice.I still like the style of singing
just not the voice it's in.Don't like the "rocking and
rocking me" line,seems too awkward and out of place.
The jury is still out on this one for me.
Black Widow's Eyes-
This is a classic imo.Right now
I have to say that it's my fav't song along with
2000 Years,but I imagine I'll be flip-flopping my
faves on and off as usual.Roger's deep dive into
dark waters with "I fell right in love with her"
and right back up to the surface following with
"through a hundred hearts you flew".The sick,
f*cking sick harmony parts in synchro-unison
between Rog and the Townshend's is simply
haunting.When I first heard them do this in
Boston I swear I achieved an orgasm.Without
anal beads involved,that's quite the achievement
for me.
Two Thousand Years--
Tell me that Roger's way of
singing this does not make your nipples hard?
I can listen to this song over and over and over.
We Who fans talked many of times about how
Roger can interpret and passionately sing out
to the wide open mountains and to the infinite
sea.This is one of thousands.Two Thousand
yeeeeeeeears,two thousand long,years!
God Speaks of Marty Robbins-
Another one that I heard Pete do online,the ITA
show in it's rawness.Top 5 fav't song of all time
Who or Pete.This some may say is classic Pete solo
but who cares?I'm done stigmatizing my brutha's!
When you ejaculate,you ejaculate.No matter how
you slice and dice it,you have to ask yourself
one question?Did you enjoy it?
Don't forget to get out the marguerita and
the sailing cap for this breezy wonderful diddy.
"one became one..father and son..watched
the sunrise break." "I heard the heavens sing
predicting Marty Robbins".Nice!!
It's Not Enough--
Someone on Relayers said that this was her least
fav't song on the CD and I just have to say "HUH?"
I couldn't get enough of this song live in concert
and I wasn't let down after hearing it in my house.
Classic Roger pleading "When I'm on my knees I keep
taking your stuff,make sure you know it's never
enough." Brilliant.Written by Pete and Rachel.
Hmmm...interesting that Roger got to sing a
partial Rachel song.Ya gotta dig it.If she replaced
Rabbit on keys in concert I think I'm finally in that
place where I can accept that.
You Stand By Me--
Whether it's an ode to Roger,Rachel,the fans or
whomever,how can you deny this one?It's short
and to the point."You take my side against those
who lied,you take my side gimme back my pride".
Need there be anything more said for the rest
of his life?It's cemented into the Endless Wire
for infinites.
Sound Round
Pick Up the Peace
We Got a Hit
These three songs from the mini-opera I lump together
because they are short and finger snappin' foot tappin'
wholicious.I wish they were longer.Listening to the
extended version of We Got a Hit reaffirms that.
Unholy Trinity--
Roger put's that classic Roger character woven
into this sweet tune."we are unhooooly triiiiiiiiinity".
I can't help but think of the beginning part without
thinking of 'Ive Known No War'.Also,this is not
meant to be an insult when I say that a certain
song has a 'solo' feel.This one combines the
Roger's classic 70's solo songs with a the feeling
it would of fit in with the Quad soundtrack album.
Trilby's Piano--
If you didn't follow TBWHM novella by Pete one might
mistake the word for "Hymie" for "hiney". "Genius
would fill me-she loves hiney".
Ok,so I'm not exactly enamoured by this one yet.
It's part of the story so I should learn it and be
serious about it,right?In due time dearies,in due
time
Nice production on the orchestrals by Rachel.
Endless Wire--
This song has really grown on me.I especially love
the Pete and Roger combined effort on the extended
version.I think Sara nailed it in the Traveling Wilbury's
analogy.
Fragments of Fragments--
Add more Lawrence Ball and you get trippy,coolness.
It can be a bit over the top but I like over the top.
I like under the bottom too but that's for another
forum
They Made My Dreams Come True--
Another one that grew on me.Pino's creepy bass
ties into this haunting song and Pete's vocals.
"People died where I performed,people cried
when glass deformed,shots rang out as the
singer yawned,the band played on until the
dawn." Classic.Further more assessing that
we want Pino and Zak dominating the next
album if Pete so chooses to do another one.
Mirror Door--
Many didn't like this song at first listen many
months ago in it's original form.Now look at it.
It's a Who classic already!The best song live
no doubt!
Tea and Theatre--
Tearjerker.What can I say?The night comes down
like a cell door closing.
Fragments-
How cool is it for those of us who were lucky
enough to here this in-concert?Roger pointing to select
fans and then all saying ("the part of you belong to
you")"and you...and you....and you.....and you."
How powerful is that?How much better connected
can you be to The Who machine at that moment?
Listening to this again brings back those wonderful
memories up north with dear friends.
A Man in a Purple Dress-
I must admit I felt a bit weary
at a couple of online listens but now that I have the
words and get to hear it in stereo,I realize what a
powerful statement Pete has made here.
"How dare you?Do you think I'll quietly go?"
Mike Post Theme-
Well,this has been a staple for me
going way back to the beginning of the Euro/UK shows.
Could of used Zak's drums but other than that it's
a tasty treat and who can deny the already classic
line...."If there really is a God,we should get laid
today."
That's my life story in a nut shell!!Ok,no pun intended!!
In the Ether-
I would of loved this song so much better
in Pete's normal voice.I still like the style of singing
just not the voice it's in.Don't like the "rocking and
rocking me" line,seems too awkward and out of place.
The jury is still out on this one for me.
Black Widow's Eyes-
This is a classic imo.Right now
I have to say that it's my fav't song along with
2000 Years,but I imagine I'll be flip-flopping my
faves on and off as usual.Roger's deep dive into
dark waters with "I fell right in love with her"
and right back up to the surface following with
"through a hundred hearts you flew".The sick,
f*cking sick harmony parts in synchro-unison
between Rog and the Townshend's is simply
haunting.When I first heard them do this in
Boston I swear I achieved an orgasm.Without
anal beads involved,that's quite the achievement
for me.
Two Thousand Years--
Tell me that Roger's way of
singing this does not make your nipples hard?
I can listen to this song over and over and over.
We Who fans talked many of times about how
Roger can interpret and passionately sing out
to the wide open mountains and to the infinite
sea.This is one of thousands.Two Thousand
yeeeeeeeears,two thousand long,years!
God Speaks of Marty Robbins-
Another one that I heard Pete do online,the ITA
show in it's rawness.Top 5 fav't song of all time
Who or Pete.This some may say is classic Pete solo
but who cares?I'm done stigmatizing my brutha's!
When you ejaculate,you ejaculate.No matter how
you slice and dice it,you have to ask yourself
one question?Did you enjoy it?
Don't forget to get out the marguerita and
the sailing cap for this breezy wonderful diddy.
"one became one..father and son..watched
the sunrise break." "I heard the heavens sing
predicting Marty Robbins".Nice!!
It's Not Enough--
Someone on Relayers said that this was her least
fav't song on the CD and I just have to say "HUH?"
I couldn't get enough of this song live in concert
and I wasn't let down after hearing it in my house.
Classic Roger pleading "When I'm on my knees I keep
taking your stuff,make sure you know it's never
enough." Brilliant.Written by Pete and Rachel.
Hmmm...interesting that Roger got to sing a
partial Rachel song.Ya gotta dig it.If she replaced
Rabbit on keys in concert I think I'm finally in that
place where I can accept that.
You Stand By Me--
Whether it's an ode to Roger,Rachel,the fans or
whomever,how can you deny this one?It's short
and to the point."You take my side against those
who lied,you take my side gimme back my pride".
Need there be anything more said for the rest
of his life?It's cemented into the Endless Wire
for infinites.
Sound Round
Pick Up the Peace
We Got a Hit
These three songs from the mini-opera I lump together
because they are short and finger snappin' foot tappin'
wholicious.I wish they were longer.Listening to the
extended version of We Got a Hit reaffirms that.
Unholy Trinity--
Roger put's that classic Roger character woven
into this sweet tune."we are unhooooly triiiiiiiiinity".
I can't help but think of the beginning part without
thinking of 'Ive Known No War'.Also,this is not
meant to be an insult when I say that a certain
song has a 'solo' feel.This one combines the
Roger's classic 70's solo songs with a the feeling
it would of fit in with the Quad soundtrack album.
Trilby's Piano--
If you didn't follow TBWHM novella by Pete one might
mistake the word for "Hymie" for "hiney". "Genius
would fill me-she loves hiney".
Ok,so I'm not exactly enamoured by this one yet.
It's part of the story so I should learn it and be
serious about it,right?In due time dearies,in due
time
Nice production on the orchestrals by Rachel.Endless Wire--
This song has really grown on me.I especially love
the Pete and Roger combined effort on the extended
version.I think Sara nailed it in the Traveling Wilbury's
analogy.
Fragments of Fragments--
Add more Lawrence Ball and you get trippy,coolness.
It can be a bit over the top but I like over the top.
I like under the bottom too but that's for another
forum
They Made My Dreams Come True--
Another one that grew on me.Pino's creepy bass
ties into this haunting song and Pete's vocals.
"People died where I performed,people cried
when glass deformed,shots rang out as the
singer yawned,the band played on until the
dawn." Classic.Further more assessing that
we want Pino and Zak dominating the next
album if Pete so chooses to do another one.
Mirror Door--
Many didn't like this song at first listen many
months ago in it's original form.Now look at it.
It's a Who classic already!The best song live
no doubt!
Tea and Theatre--
Tearjerker.What can I say?The night comes down
like a cell door closing.
posted by Mike S at 8:49 PM
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I went to leave a message on
your blog Jeff but it said
no access.
>>>>Glad to see you're enjoying it without the anal beads, Mike
>>>I might have to buy it at some point<<<<
Don't buy the anal beads,the
orgasm is too tense.However
I would recommend the Who's
new CD! :)
Hi Mike, how are you? VH1 had a 30 minute play of Endless Wire a couple of days ago. I like it, and I like your review. Thanks for sharing. Hope all is good with you.
xx Grace
Hi Mike,
I bought EW on the weekend and have to say that I am really really liking it. What an exciting time to be a Who fan, no?
Keep well, my dear, and thanks for the good wishes. Time is flying.
Hi MIKE!!!
Yes, I will be at Joe's...and with my cousin Lisa too!!!
I am so excited, but a bit nervous...it's a tough act to follow!!!
I LOVE 2000 years into Marty Robbins, I love Black Widows Eyes, We Got A Hit....hmmm, quite honestly, I love it ALL! How lucky are we??
See you soon!
xo
Sue
Oh ENDLESS WIRE (extended and otherwise) my favorite...I think I cried, when Pete played it at Joe's.
Come to think of it, I cried a couple of times. Oh well, I am demented!
Hi Mike,
I got Endless Wire the day after I went to see Rachel at the Hotel Cafe!
You are absolutely right about those songs sounding better live. I got to hear "In the Ether" and "Endless Wire" and I know I'm forgetting a few others, but it was a great show!
I Totally agree with you about Roger, I get orgasms just looking at him!
After two weeks extended listening (brainwashing I should rather say) I think In The Ether is growing on me. I even got used to Pete's 'TomWaitsy' voice. The song is so haunting...
My faves by far are Mike Post and all the Mini-Opera stuff. Fragments brings me chills. Tea and Theatre is raising the hairs at the back of me neck. And Marti Robbins is pure genial.
I agree about It's Not Enough. I think all the songs written by Pete and Rachel are brillant. Are they the perfect couple or what?
As you have realised by now, I didn't make it to the US... Blast those UK retailers and their rotas.
Be well my friend,
xoxoxo
M
Well Michael, I am glad to see this here, I think you express yourself perfectly!
You know my feelings about EW, FIRST hand. Yet I still find myself in awe, thrilled, entertained and I will say it disappointed. What I am disappointed about is that it is here in my hands. I know that sounds weird but it is true, I no longer have that anticipation of awaiting a new Who album so I hope you're right and Pete and Roger bless us with another album, as I like that feeling of anticipation, probably as much as you enjoy the anal beads!
I am seriously jonesing for more live Who and I can't wait to hit the road to Whoville with everyone!
Hi Mike I like your review. Most of the reviews are positive which is great because I think it's a great CD, far better than the previous two albums. So glad they've released a new album for me to experience it.
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