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PANGHALINA- room40.bandcam...
A plethora of worldly goodies, from ambient to jazz to highlife to minimalism and back again. Special thanks to my friend Amos!
#vinylcommunity #panghalina

[@topherg1935]

Thanks for the Finis Africae recommendation. Love it!

[@bigstar1000]

I'm glad someone appreciates the tribal ambient masterpiece that is the Finis Africae LP.

[@gorvo31]

Hey Fred, Bach and Sunday morning coffee, lovely combination. So much you're showing in my area here of course. Eleni Karaindrou, wonderful...She's an artist I've been meaning to do a video feature on for years now. Am curious to explore more of those obscures now...also Tim Hecker, sounds amazing! -Carm

[@bigstar1000]

I’m not surprised about your love for Eleni’s work. She’s incredibly arresting.

[@davidkent2804]

Hi, Fred - listened to everything and enjoyed all the recommendations and selections. As a result of deviating from the search paths I found The Expanders. One could criticize for lack of authenticity or appropriation (they're a dub band from L.A.) but I did enjoy the tight, swinging grooves on "Hustling Culture". I also discovered Pharaohe Monch and the album "Desire", which is unusually compelling rap/hop for me. You probably know both these artists. BTW, don't feel any responsibility for this but I canceled my subscription to LiveOne. "Fred Discovery" is better.

[@bigstar1000]

I feel very humbled that I led you to cancel your subscription, but I hope that you can continue discovering interesting nuggets on this small channel. The Expanders I have not heard, but I will take a listen. I know a little bit of Pharaoh Monche, not a lot admittedly. But thanks for the tip!

[@davidkent2804]

@@bigstar1000 It's fine. More money for vinyl ;)

[@seekingathread]

Count me in if you do that stream, perhaps I can make it. let me know if ya can. What a sweet gift to get that Woody Shaw. It is worth the hype to me. As is the Daniel Hecht, though not really hyped though I am biased with that music. I'll get anything with barely a whiff of fingerpick. The CK Mann I will have to stream, looks incredible and didn't know about the Finis Africae comp. hot tips there for me. Cheers Fred!

[@bigstar1000]

Thanks Dom. Hope you enjoy those worldly delights. The Hecht and Shaw are definite winners. Beautiful stuff.

[@diamond_marimba]

same, i'd be down for a stream if the timing is right

[@anotherfatbeardedmantalkin5893]

Hello Fred, good to see you. I like the lighting effect the Autumn sun is producing, it makes you look almost ethereal. I always feel a bit guilty when I listen to Bach's Goldberg Variations and other keyboard works played on piano. While I generally prefer piano to the harpsichord or clavichord, the pretentious little voice in the back of my head whispers, "Call yourself a Classical music aficionado! Piano wanker!" Cheers - Hedley

[@bigstar1000]

Piano wanker isn’t such a bad thing to be. I’m probably one too 😂😂😂

[@bigstar1000]

Piano W***er isn’t such a bad thing to be. I’m probably one too 😂😂😂

[@chris.e-t]

Nice selection as always...I love the Music for Airports of Brian Eno, I have some French radio broadcastings of The Cocteau Twins on tapes from the 90s and it's so great ! I don't know much about Tim Hecker, which one should I listen to ? And I think the 2nd The Smile is far better than the 1st one 😃😉

[@bigstar1000]

I know what you mean with The Smile, but I feel I have heard all the Thom Yorke I want. I can appreciate others enjoying this project however. Thanks for stopping by Chris!

[@michaelvalentini4869]

Fred, your last video inspired me to pull out my copy of '' Cluster II'' from 1972. Wow, I really enjoyed it, thanks for the reminder. The ''Grosses Wasser'' album is another old favorite. It was produced by Peter Baumann from Tangerine Dream, who had opened his own studio. Peter's presence might account for the slight change in their approach. Eno's '' Music For Airports'' contains a Zen peacefulness mixed with an ever so slight sense of danger, plus Robert Wyatt plays piano! I gotta check out Placebo, never heard their music. Gary Peacock spent some years in Japan, anything with him on it has my stamp of approval. Fela Kuti makes me dance on my ceiling even when he's criticizing Corruption and false Idols!

[@bigstar1000]

Michael, once more, thanks for your always so insightful comments. I must say I enjoyed Music For Airports way more than I care to admit 😂

[@m-howl5028]

Hey Fred, So good to see you!...somehow I've missed that you've been posting again - grateful for some videos to go back and learn from! Sunday morning classical - can't beat it...I'm all over that C.K. Mann. I agree with you on Sorrow Tears & Blood - I think it's the best of example of what Fela does; always the one I play for people who have never experienced him. I"'ll check out Panghalina....Daniel Hecht a definite inspection now required! Thanks for this...lots to explore!

[@bigstar1000]

I've been posting non-stop haha. There's plenty for you to check out if you want. I think you'll like Panghalina and Daniel Hecht. Both well worth inspecting!

[@christophe-posts]

Hey Fred, though I've only been following you for a year or so, each time I'm notified about a new video from you it's like getting a surprise call or visit from a dear old friend. Connections and friends over these digital channels can be strangely real! Anyway it was a lovely selection but I was so surprised to hear you talk about Panghalin's Lava, I've really been enjoying that album this year. Room 40 are always a good bet, but this one really surprised me, the vocals add so much to the ambient atmosphere. The record reminds me of the saying that the cello is the instrument that most mirrors the human voice, but the double bass just lets you excavate the subterranean depths of sound and feeling. Helen Svoboda is very cool, wish I could see them live. There seems to be a thread of fantastic double bass players atm which makes me happy, its such a wonderful instrument. I picked up a copy of Music for two Bases after your recommendation, it truly is an incredible record. Other recent picks, Takashi Masubuchi & Ayami Suzuki's album Suikyō is sublime, it almost has that US primitive finger-picking style mixed with Asian instrumentation, electronics and even hurdy-gurdy that I think you might like. And Hamid Drake and Drazek Fuscaldo's album June 22 was a surprising revelation, Drake is awesome. But weirdly after watching you video I put on old favourites February Montaine's Mount Nod, and then Angolan genius Artur Nunes' Tia. Something joined the dots. I'm sure you know them, but if not I think you'd dig! Have a great week mate, till next time ✌️

[@bigstar1000]

Hey Christophe, appreciate you stopping by. I see your interactions on Stunty’s stream and always enjoy your thoughts on music. Thanks for recommending some very interesting artists which I’ll be able to check on my morning and evening commutes (i spend a couple of hours on the train, so there’s plenty of time to hear new things on bandcamp). Panghalina were exceptional but I must say I’m even more surprised by you being into them as they are local artists to our scene in Melbourne, if that makes sense.

[@cedricfeschotte835]

Ok, Fred Im not going to insult you too much because I haven't even listened to either of The Smile albums and I told you what I thought about Khruangbin...😜 FELT has been on my want-list for too long and I've meant to explore Tim Hecker, so thanks for the reminder! Sadao Watanabe Paysages sounds like one I'd adore. And Blackstone Legacy is the cherry on the cake -- top bloke, that Amos! 😉

[@bigstar1000]

It’s all good Cedric, we all have our preferences so it’s all cool. That Sadao is killer. Amos is a great dude indeed!

[@ErwinvanMaanen]

I agree with you about Ambient 1 and I held the thought “What’s the fuzz with this?” I rather listen to Arvo Parts ‘Misere’, Biosphere, Tim Hecker, Eno’s ‘Apollo’ or an early John Hassel for ambience for instance. But to me the Boards of Canada don’t hit home either, sorry….The Smile is not putting a smile on my face either. How about a Nomeansno for something completely different and hardly reviewed across the VC but phenomenal 😉

[@bigstar1000]

Well, to be investigated…you’re right, there are bands we never mention here.

[@disch007]

Salut Fred, enfin un peu de temps pour m'abreuver de tes recommandations !! Clairement, je passe à côté d'une multitude de disques et de compilations qui semblent fabuleuses, merci de me permettre de me maintenir à niveau ^^

[@bigstar1000]

C'est juste un blaireau de base qui fait des recommandations douteuses. J'espère ne pas dire trop de conneries au moins 😂😜

[@ecm_vinylcollector]

I'm pleased to have discovered your channel. Always a few things I've never heard of, and occasionally a reminder of something I had forgotten - like that incredible Tim Hecker album. Thanks! Do you post records on Instagram?

[@bigstar1000]

I do not have an instagram account. I spend already far too much time online and decided that instagram would probably be a very unwise idea. But I understand why others do. In any case, I post records here every week, so there's your fill of my nonsense.

[@johncoltrane68]

That's as good a way to kick off a morning musically speaking as any. I need some Palestine in the collection..strumming music especially has been on my wl a long time..also need the reich. Just stuff you can get lost in..music were the journey is more important than the destination in some ways..😀. Got to agree with you on zuckerzeit my favorite as well.. I remember first hearing cluster in 80's and it definitely opened my ears and nothing sounded quite like it and still does not..lol.. Only have a few obscure titles i rarely see them here..i wish the book that came with the recent box set was sold as a stand alone item would love to read that. Amos is indeed a good mate and took care of you for sure. You already know the Watanabe is a fave here and that shaw is definitely not an easy or cheap catch in any pressing as well as being a bang on classic! As per usual an excellent musical travelogue of your week brother..much love chris

[@bigstar1000]

Thanks Brother Chris. Glad you find time to stop by here and leave meaningful comments. Hope all is well with you.

[@diamond_marimba]

love finis but the first records is a little to slick for me, like the 2nd and 3rd best.

[@bigstar1000]

I only have the comp, but I presume a lot of those tracks come from those albums.

[@andyrodriguez8705]

Fred, I love your style man! Thank you once again for taking time out to introduce us to great music,!!

[@bigstar1000]

I only try to, hopefully some take note, so thank you for your comment

[@jamal9283]

not until you said it, but yes Isodea by Cluster sounds very similar to Metallica! great video as always!

[@bigstar1000]

It’s uncanny 😂. Cluster AND Metallica in the same sentence 🤣

[@gidgetmaurer123]

I thought the first smile record was great, but the new one doesn't offer much excitement for me.

[@bigstar1000]

I feel the same. I feel I have heard all the Radiohead there is to hear and not a lot they will do will be of the level of their very best stuff. But I'm grateful all the same.

[@duckbrew]

I grabbed a maraca and played along with four organs and gently fell into a trance of sorts 😁

[@bigstar1000]

That’s what the instructions manual tell you to do 😂

[@Avalonrick1]

Wilhelm Kempff - Goldberg-Variationen. Sounds right up my alley. Thank you for the inspiration s

[@bigstar1000]

Essential music. Bach never disappoints

[@AndyKing1963]

Zuckerzeit is my favourite as well

[@bigstar1000]

It’s the sense of fun they seem to be having

[@anthonygudwien6992]

Great batch of sounds! Tim Hecker really is a seminal artist. All of his projects are thoughtful and emotional. Thanks, again!

[@bigstar1000]

I agree. Hecker is a forward thinker indeed.

[@disch007]

Si tu fais un live, je ferais tout pour être là !

[@bigstar1000]

Merci, peut-être en ferai-je un en français et un en anglais?

[@disch007]

Le Woody Shaw doit être excellent !

[@bigstar1000]

Oui c'est une bombe

[@andorrasrevenge1683]

Appreciate you making these! I listen in my morning walks

[@bigstar1000]

I’m glad I provide some sort of a soundtrack to your wanderings 👏

[@playlisthitsingles2835]

Hi bigstar 1000, i'm watching your videos for about 6 months now ans i just want to thank you for the records you show. I have a record store in France (since 4 years now) and i try to be less mainstream as possible, it's not easy but i try. Thank you once again !

[@bigstar1000]

Hi and thanks for watching, where is your shop in France?

[@playlisthitsingles2835]

My shop is in Plouneour-Menez, a village in Brittany, it's "La Boutique". @@bigstar1000

[@playlisthitsingles2835]

@@bigstar1000 My shop is in Brittany in Plouneour-Menez (Finistère), La Boutique !

[@jean-lucbriffaz544]

Bonjour Fred, je suis tombé par hasard aujourd'hui sur une de tes vidéos en français. Je n'avais pas le temps de regarder et voilà que je n'arrive plus à mettre la main dessus. Pourrais-tu me donner un lien ?

[@bigstar1000]

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[@jean-lucbriffaz544]

@@bigstar1000 Merci ! Écouter quelqu'un depuis près de 10 ans en anglais et l'entendre tout à coup parler parfaitement français est une expérience troublante, mais si je sais de longue date que c'est ta langue maternelle.

[@bigstar1000]

@@jean-lucbriffaz544 oui je suis français effectivement

[@tomminko]

Hey Fred! I hope you're well. I'm not familiar with Charlemagne Palestine but I'll add it to my list. I was listening to Hans Otte Book of Sounds this morning and really like that. Ryuichi Sakamoto 12 is beautiful. Love Placebo. Sadao Watanabe Paysages is great, still on the want list! Blackstone Legacy, what a gem!

[@bigstar1000]

Yep Blackstone Legacy is a true gem. I know it’s appreciated by this cross-section of the VC. Cheers Tom!

[@oscarlund2211]

As always, thanks for the recommendations. Found a record from Transylvania that I've been putting off for a while due to lack of time. Now the expectations are so high that I hardly dare to play it. Well, I'll find out if I've waited in vain or not.

[@bigstar1000]

Hope the record lived up to its original expectations 😂

[@georgestaicu3629]

thanks a lot for pointing to Panghalina record, I was listening few times already on Bandcamp of Room40, great stuff! It reminds me a little bit about The Necks tension but taken in some other direction. Love it!

[@bigstar1000]

It is a bit like the Necks in the slow unfolding of each track. Glad you love it.

[@michelewiese48]

Looking forward to a Live! Hope our time zones match up. 🤞

[@bigstar1000]

Hope so too. Will do my best

[@michelewiese48]

@@bigstar1000 😊

[@iblamesummers]

great segment.

[@bigstar1000]

Glad you like