Thoughts on McCartney’s Egypt Station one month in

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John Heaton

John Heaton

Күн бұрын

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@henryhemming1494
@henryhemming1494 6 жыл бұрын
Despite repeated listenings, I still love this album.
@johnheaton5667
@johnheaton5667 6 жыл бұрын
Hey...good one :- )
@sirronnitram8937
@sirronnitram8937 6 жыл бұрын
'If only he could have sung it with a younger voice' If only my wife had the same figure as when I married her 30 years ago 😆
@johnheaton5667
@johnheaton5667 6 жыл бұрын
Sirron Nitram ha...well you know what I mean :- )
@MrBKuv
@MrBKuv 4 жыл бұрын
If only I could rumble like I did 30 years ago, my wife’s figure would be great.
@simonbarnes8303
@simonbarnes8303 5 жыл бұрын
I think Dominoes sounds like a Wings track. I can just imagine the harmonies with Linda and Denny. I also love “I don’t know” - love the piano.
@bigaldaviesmusicchannel8289
@bigaldaviesmusicchannel8289 6 жыл бұрын
I got it after saying I wouldn't and just played it for the first time after having it for a couple of weeks and you inspired me to listen, I'm really much happier with it than I thought I would and will play it again this week a few times I'm sure! I think it's my favourite since Flaming Pie.
@johnheaton5667
@johnheaton5667 6 жыл бұрын
feztastic cheers!
@Bigalbailey
@Bigalbailey 6 жыл бұрын
John Heaton thanks John, sorry I logged in on my different account, it’s me commenting really.
@sharigreen9252
@sharigreen9252 5 жыл бұрын
Good video! I must be one 9f the few who loves "I Don't Know ". To me absolutely gorgeous from the production to the way Paul sings it. Maybe it's because my Mom had passed 6 months before the release of the album and I was still quite raw. I do like this album and I believe some of the tracks do grow on you. I also think it's quite personal in in that he seems to be sharing his feelings as in I Don't Know, Happy With You and Cofidante. All in all, I enjoy it and his voice sounds good here. Of course it's easier to manipulate the studio than a live performance, but I'll take him however I can get him!
@gdkey8025
@gdkey8025 5 жыл бұрын
love these videos, interesting on hearing your thoughts on the fireman albums, particularly electric arguments from 2008.
@jamesfair4315
@jamesfair4315 4 жыл бұрын
Paul can still write and play like he always has, but his voice worries me. I'm a Paul fan, but couldn't get myself to see his last Tulsa concerts because he does struggle. But the album was great.
@arsen5479
@arsen5479 4 жыл бұрын
This album is blessing
@fittobetiedyed5315
@fittobetiedyed5315 6 жыл бұрын
"New" really struck a chord with me (pun intended), so I don't think Egypt Station is as strong an album. It falters in the second half, in my opinion. I really like the two bonus tracks. What is immensely cool is that the album hit #1 on Billboard, which is noteworthy if you put stock in that sort of thing. A pretty good album all around. Thanks, John.
@johnheaton5667
@johnheaton5667 6 жыл бұрын
FitToBe TieDyed cheers Paul...it would be a dull world if we all agreed on everything!
@fittobetiedyed5315
@fittobetiedyed5315 6 жыл бұрын
John Heaton If the world all agreed with me we would be in BIG trouble. I watched the live stream of Paul at Austin City Limits yesterday afternoon. I can't believe he is 76 years old. He works the stage like he's 40. We really are blessed to have him around and still performing.
@silversauceran
@silversauceran 6 жыл бұрын
everyone has their opinions but the second half of the album is where it really picks up in my estimation...
@Randyrocker1
@Randyrocker1 5 жыл бұрын
I consider this album Egypt Station a Paul McCartney masterpiece that can stand up to a Beatles Album for excitement and quality, there are brilliant little flourishes and touches throughout that when added together form a celebration of talent beyond description, I don't try to compare albums by former Beatles based on a merits system, I either like them or I don't, this one I do, it has humour and depth, truly one of his real masterpieces.
@stephenkater9621
@stephenkater9621 6 жыл бұрын
I wasn't sure at the beginning but i think Fuh You is very catchy !! I like it !!!
@greekelvisfan5594
@greekelvisfan5594 4 жыл бұрын
Hello John, I always follow your reviews... It seems that we have similar preferences. Can you please rank your favorite Macca albums? Thank you mate.
@johnheaton5667
@johnheaton5667 4 жыл бұрын
did that a few years ago though it was one if my earlier videos which i’m a bit embarrassed about now oresentation wise!
@nielsbie8922
@nielsbie8922 5 жыл бұрын
Have You reviewed Memory Almost Full, Can`t find it?
@Beatgeneration2010
@Beatgeneration2010 5 жыл бұрын
You are not missing much. Very forgettable! Hang on to your cash but check out the bargain bins.
@matthewmedley8532
@matthewmedley8532 6 жыл бұрын
Some good points. Overall liked the album. Stand out tracks confidante, dominoes, happy with you, despite repeated warnings and also back in Brazil. Very catchy. It’s one of his best in years.
@johnheaton5667
@johnheaton5667 6 жыл бұрын
Matthew Medley cheers Mathew!
@dancoleman6426
@dancoleman6426 6 жыл бұрын
What is the concept behind this album? What does it have to do with Egypt or a train station?
@lopezcarlos0568
@lopezcarlos0568 6 жыл бұрын
I agree with you. The "singles " are probably the weakest tracks on the album. The rest is simply brilliant. His best since "Chaos and creation" to my opinion.
@johnheaton5667
@johnheaton5667 6 жыл бұрын
Carlos Lopez cheers Carlos
@allengattone4367
@allengattone4367 Жыл бұрын
"I Dont Know" is a classic! It's so good it would have fit very snug on Revolver. I dont know about the rest of em. 🤔
@q-man323
@q-man323 5 жыл бұрын
What did you think of the bonus tracks?
@EricMcDowellegm
@EricMcDowellegm 2 жыл бұрын
I tend to agree that it's a tad overlong, and I think "People Want Peace" is the weakest track. But I have grown to love this album more and more with each listen. I love how McCartney places "I Don't Know" as the lead track. A bit of a surprise because I thought he would start it with a big rocker, but it works so well where it is. Love your insights, John!
@tinostabile3256
@tinostabile3256 6 жыл бұрын
Hi John. Great overview. I like a good portion of this album except for a couple that i can't seem to get around to liking. I have not purchased it yet. Maybe one I get sometime later as there is way too many great reissues on the way or have begun to appear. Yes, Fuh You is... one that even as a bonus would not be welcome. Out of all the singles I really like I Don't Know. Have a great Fall. Definitely the strong ones for me are Despite Repeated Warnings, Dominoes and the medley at the end. I totally agree that the beginning and the initial single is important in how you embark on the album's discovery journey. Hope you enjoy will be getting some of the reissues like the Lennon Imagine or the White Album. I will certainly be watching if you do an unboxing or review of those great recordings. God bless Tino
@johnheaton5667
@johnheaton5667 6 жыл бұрын
Tino Stabile thanks Tino...yes we are a bit spoilt this autumn will reissues...not complaining!
@JonahNelson7
@JonahNelson7 4 жыл бұрын
"I Don't Know" is a good track. I'm a sucker for that kind of "I'll take the strain for you" thing that is the chorus or whatever, and I like how he's saying he doesn't know what he's doing wrong that's causing him problems. Something everyone can relate to. And it's a very nice composition, all of its components are quite different but it flows very well. As for the album, I'm happy that he went with the album as a complete unit rather than just a collection of singles thing that seems to have disappeared. But it's real unfortunate that his voice is going. He had one of the best, most versatile voices. But it is what it is, and his voice is still good enough to sing what he's trying to convey
@robertfmorton
@robertfmorton 2 жыл бұрын
Interesting that Paul included 'Fuh You' in his Glasto set. Went down a well.
@walkerandwilliam
@walkerandwilliam 6 жыл бұрын
I know what you mean about the younger voice.I would love to hear the 1966 “for no one “plaintive voice on a few of the ballads 4 sure.I don’t miss that” figure of 8 “voice though. I don’t really even miss the more youthful I’m down voice.Truth be told I really like Paul’s present voice and have to conclude it suits these songs.Lots o fair points John and a nice way to spen 14 mins 45 seconds.thanks.
@L.E.55472
@L.E.55472 6 жыл бұрын
Hey John I didn’t realize it had been so long ago that you reviewed Neil’s comes a time! It took me this long to get a decent copy I left you a message in the way back machine cheers and thank you. Lis
@johnheaton5667
@johnheaton5667 6 жыл бұрын
L. E. Cheers Lis!
@Beatgeneration2010
@Beatgeneration2010 5 жыл бұрын
Hi John, is it a Royalty issues that you cannot use or sample some of the music? Just curious👍
@nowhereman6496
@nowhereman6496 6 жыл бұрын
Nice mention of the cover and packaging Mr Heaton. Well done! I agree, it's his best since "Tug of War" and does look alot like "Gone Troppo" but much better. I just wonder why he chose this painting as the title and cover. Just curious. Still, I think this is his best album song-wise since Chaos.... or, Electric Arguments. I do agree I think it has something to do with the solid consistency of the production sound and the flow from song to song. Some really great highlights to hear, here. As you rightly mentioned the album is very long to get thru and needs a bit of editing. Never thought of taking the 3 tracks you mentioned. My first thought was to drop one of the longer tracks. I have to admit, I like "People want Peace". Yes, Paul has taken on this theme quite a few times and maybe with better results but I like it. It reminds a bit of a mix between "C mon People" and "Hope for the future". Instead of taking this off I would take off "Back to Brazil" which is my least favorite track. Hmmm????, taking off "Come on to me" and "Fuh You" would make for an interesting listen. I like that idea. It certainly would make the album less pop sounding, and, less silly(for lack of a better word). Both songs have that modern, pop sound but don't say much. So, start the album off with "Opening Station" then "I don't know", "Happy with you", and "Who Cares". Another thing, I have a problem with "Despite Repeated Warnings" and the "Hunt you down" medley both being at the back end of the album. To me, because they are both really long tracks it makes the album hard to get thru at the end. I like the idea of moving "Despite..." right after "Confidante", followed by "People want peace", "Hand in Hand", "Dominoes", then Cesear Rock", and "Hunt you down". Then, I prefer to end the album instead with "Do it Now". It's not the best track but one that has a nice, simple message with a sort of prayerful feel to it's melody that I think would make a good finish to the album. Then follow that with "Station II" to bring the album full circle. I actually just did a mix of this without those 3 tracks and moved those certain tracks around and it actually flows really well. Brings back the days of making cassette tape playlists. Anyway, another nice review. I've been wanting to pick up that Apple compilation but have never gotten around to it. Any chance of a Lennon "Imagine" boxed set review or thoughts on the soon to be White album box set release??? Keep 'em coming and I'll keep watching.
@johnheaton5667
@johnheaton5667 6 жыл бұрын
nowhereman64 cheers! Picked up the imagine double cd...box set not yet...some great outtakes...power to the people in particular stands out
@nowhereman6496
@nowhereman6496 6 жыл бұрын
Man, between the "imagine" boxed set and then the "white album" boxed set coming out soon....., Gonna put me back a pretty penny. I guess I'll be eating macaroni and cheese all winter but listening to some great stuff. lol. I listened again to a copy of my own edited mix of "Egypt Station" with your suggestions while driving all day, ......What a difference. By taking off "Come on to Me", "Fuh you" and "Back to Brazil", moving "Despite....." up in the track listing between "Confidante" and "People want Peace" and then ending the album with "Do it Now" really made me appreciate the longer songs and the album just flew by and I really enjoyed even more than I already did. Didn't even miss the other 3 tracks. Sorry Paul, but just too much to get thru.
@kenyotta67
@kenyotta67 3 жыл бұрын
Hi, John! I’m not sure you will see this since this wonderful review was from more than a couple of years ago but… I’m curious as to why you didn’t mention or review the bonus tracks on the CD, Get Started & Nothing for Free. I’ve never heard them but mean to track them down. I know you already think the album is too long. Would love to hear your thoughts. Thanks and keep up the good work.
@llewellynGS1
@llewellynGS1 6 жыл бұрын
Hi John, good stuff from you as usual. Personally, I think this is his most consistent and high quality work overall in terms of writing, concept and production since Flaming Pie. and before Flaming Pie, since Tug of war (though I personally dont like that one). For me, "I don't know" is possibly in his top 5 post Beatle tracks. But its not individual songs so much, as it is with the overall flow. Also, in my opinion, I would remove the last medly to shorten it, and end with "Despite repeated warnings". (even though I dont agree with the message, its undeniably a great song).
@llewellynGS1
@llewellynGS1 6 жыл бұрын
As an aside, I think "From a lover to a friend" is even better than "Your loving flame". From that album I also like "Your way" and the awesome rocker "About you".
@jamesgriffithsmusic
@jamesgriffithsmusic 6 жыл бұрын
Interesting to hear you mention Appreciate as a highlight of New. That track has really grown on me. I did enjoy Egypt Station, but I've been listening more to the Pipes of Peace album recently. An underrated album I think.
@johnheaton5667
@johnheaton5667 6 жыл бұрын
James Griffiths well well...it’s great to see Paul fans all having their favourites and preferences! Cheers James!
@transcendenttv
@transcendenttv 6 жыл бұрын
I have to listen to this one more. I still find myself placing Memory Almost Full in Paul’s Top 5 to 7, tho i know I’m in the minority there. Always appreciate your viewpoint John.
@johnheaton5667
@johnheaton5667 6 жыл бұрын
transcendenttv memory has some great stuff....and my son too prefers it to anything since...cheers
@michaelberthelot3594
@michaelberthelot3594 Жыл бұрын
Memory Almost Full is in my top 5 along with Egypt Station, Flaming Pie, and Venus & Mars.
@gatsby1000
@gatsby1000 6 жыл бұрын
Excellent review i love the album with the exception of ppl want peace and come on to me I think it's his best album since chaos and never been a big new fan I also agree with you the best albums are just under an hour 40 minutes is perfect
@johnheaton5667
@johnheaton5667 6 жыл бұрын
gatsby1000 cheers!
@Ad.Dd.James.
@Ad.Dd.James. 6 жыл бұрын
Happy with you & Despite repeated warnings do it for me. Egypt station is Paul’s last best album in my opinion. RE the Apple cd is a trimmed down version of the boxset available on Amazon
@dancoleman6426
@dancoleman6426 6 жыл бұрын
What are your thoughts on off the ground?
@onehandwaving9803
@onehandwaving9803 6 жыл бұрын
I agree this is a grower of an album. I’ll get a copy of the LP because the digital version (I have a 24/96 download from Qobuz) is very compressed. Until I read an interview with Paul I assumed Confidant was about John, I still think it may be despite what Paul says. Thanks again for the reviews, I enjoy listening to them even if I occasionally have a different opinion
@johnheaton5667
@johnheaton5667 6 жыл бұрын
Steve Unsworth cheers Steve
@johnwhelan5332
@johnwhelan5332 6 жыл бұрын
You are kidding?? "People Want Peace" is one of the best tracks on the album.
@krollpeter
@krollpeter 5 жыл бұрын
It should have been released as a single.
@christopher9152
@christopher9152 5 жыл бұрын
Dominoes, Come On to Me, Despite Repeated Warnings...all Sir Paul in top form imo.
@henryjsteen2166
@henryjsteen2166 5 жыл бұрын
I agree. Better then new.
@timsydlowski5208
@timsydlowski5208 6 жыл бұрын
More importantly, where did you find that great shirt??
@johnheaton5667
@johnheaton5667 6 жыл бұрын
Tim Sydlowski I had it made at a local make your own t shirt shop!
@AndrewDixonMusic
@AndrewDixonMusic 6 жыл бұрын
Who is the guy sat down on the right of the picture?
@jamesboyce4000
@jamesboyce4000 6 жыл бұрын
I'm pretty much on the same page John and overall it's a very strong album. I feel like you that a cull of 2 or 3 songs would've made the album even stronger, though the cull wouldn't include Come On To Me which I do like and dumping it the record would've lost a more upbeat song which it could ill afford to do. I probably would have popped bonus track Get Started into the middle of the album in place of Fuh You and dropped Peace and Confidante which hasn't grown on me at all, bit dull. :) I think Do It Now is a beauty but that one does divide people as does Hand In Hand which is another gem for me. Despite Repeated Warnings is another that took a little while to grab me but now it's a big highlight and I love the lyrics as well as the songs multiple structures. Also, Dominoes is another memorable track that I liked pretty quickly but now I really love, one of the best vocals on the album too. I feel despite the sag in the middle of the album it's Paul's most enjoyable album overall since Tug Of War and best produced record since then.
@johnheaton5667
@johnheaton5667 6 жыл бұрын
James Boyce cheers James!
@jamesboyce4000
@jamesboyce4000 6 жыл бұрын
John, what are your thoughts on the bonus songs Get Started and Nothing For Free you forgot to mention them? For me, both of them would benefit the album more than Fuh You, Peace and Confidante.
@johnheaton5667
@johnheaton5667 6 жыл бұрын
James Boyce maybe but I think the album is too long anyway...they’re ok!
@jamesboyce4000
@jamesboyce4000 6 жыл бұрын
I think I'm going to have to avoid youtube pages about Egypt Station John as another person has told a fan of Fuh You that they must be braindead to like it. I, of course, questioned his sweeping statement but he stands by it, there's a surprise. I despair sometimes at peoples intolerance and nasty attitudes to a difference of opinion.
@kristermister4791
@kristermister4791 5 жыл бұрын
Ahahaha I checked out "Fuh You" and it's surreal hearing an older McCartney sing a present day paint-by-numbers pop song.
@invisibleray6987
@invisibleray6987 Жыл бұрын
Why has this video showed up again?
@yrlic
@yrlic 2 жыл бұрын
Memory Almost Full is (mostly) fantastic .
@michaelberthelot3594
@michaelberthelot3594 Жыл бұрын
I love Egypt Station! I think it is a contender to be Paul's best album. It is great music with a message. I think John would have loved it. The best track on the album, in my opinion is "Who Cares." I like "Come On To Me" and "Fuh You." I think people are stuck on Paul's age with these songs. If you listen to the songs just on their merit they are quite good. I do think Paul would have been better off naming "Fuh You" I Just Want To Know.
@Beatgeneration2010
@Beatgeneration2010 3 жыл бұрын
Interesting review but you need a record stand by the side if the screen. Lifting the album up and down down is laborious as it is irritating for the viewer. It's a simple move and just stops the infrequent lifting etc.
@PeKe999
@PeKe999 6 жыл бұрын
Hi. I agree with you that the album should have been a 40 minutes album. I think it would be one of his best if he had left some songs of it. Ofcourse the songs that have to be on that 40 minutes album is worth a discussion, but in the end it depends on someone's personal taste.
@johnheaton5667
@johnheaton5667 6 жыл бұрын
Pe Ke agreed...cheers!
@michaelcharters8635
@michaelcharters8635 5 жыл бұрын
Agree with much of your review here John..Particularly the three songs you would've chosen to remove,which would have been my choices also...I also would've swapped Caeser Rock for Frank Sinatra's Party even though it's an old tune reworked..Just think it would've worked a whole lot better imo..Plus it's kind of a daft groovy little earworm,that I think the record as a whole kind of lacks personally..Overall Egypt Station is an album of both great brilliance,and naive clumsiness I would say..Paul often manages to achieve both of these attributes all in the same song in fact..Particularly in terms of lyrics..I realise he doesn't like to self analyse or over think stuff too much...Which at times he should perhaps be commended for.?.But there are other times when as a listener I'm sat here thinking "if you'd only gave this thing a little more thought as to what it is you're trying to express..you were literally a hair's breadth away from writing a masterpiece.." The opening track is a perfect example of this imo....All these years on and the dude is still some kind of genius enigma..All in all,I suppose you have to love him for it.
@ruthjames9974
@ruthjames9974 4 жыл бұрын
Hiya John, remember me? Keith James
@marktrimnell8245
@marktrimnell8245 5 жыл бұрын
Really like this album. 'New' left me disappointed, but this is a good one (other than a weak side 2, if you have this as a double vinyl album).
@silversauceran
@silversauceran 6 жыл бұрын
Nice review. Best album he's done in awhile, I don't know what other people are (not) hearing! They need to clean out their ears... I think people have a tendency to assume a new release from Paul can't be favorably compared to some of his more classic material, and that is not necessarily true. NEW had strong singles but as an album it just doesn't hang together.
@TomCwimpRock
@TomCwimpRock 6 жыл бұрын
I agree with pretty much everything said here. I think that it is a considerable improvement over “New”. It is a bit too long, I agree - I would take off the dreadful “Fuh You”, “People Want Peace”, and probably “Do It Now”, which would be OK as a b-side, or a bonus track, but is a bit too platitude-ish, and it sort of drags the album down..”Despite Repeated Warnings”, has grown on me, but still seems a bit too forced - it’s OK, I guess.. For me, “Egypt Station” may be my favorite McCartney release since “Chaos” and “Electric Arguments”, overall though, I would rank it somewhere in the middle of the pack of Paul albums probably, but still too early to say ... Nice video John.
@TomCwimpRock
@TomCwimpRock 6 жыл бұрын
...and as far as Paul’s voice goes - I think that he is sounding quite soulful on these songs, particularly on “Happy With You” despite the obvious wear and tear.. I think that his aged voice has character, although it can be an issue in live performances..
@johnheaton5667
@johnheaton5667 6 жыл бұрын
Thomas Calden cheers Thomas...I know what you mean about the voice...works better in the studio for sure...and I guess we can’t roll back the years anyway
@MeanMrMayo
@MeanMrMayo 6 жыл бұрын
I don't think it's better than NEW. For me, taking off "Come On To Me" and "Fuh You" would rob the album of its modern feel, and take away some much-needed upbeat excitement, something which this album mostly otherwise lacks. I can't stand the ham-fisted "Despite Repeated Warnings", yet I realize it's much too popular politically to be removed. Then ace the few dull songs like "People Want Peace", "Hand In Hand", or "Do It Now". I also feel the two bonus tracks would have made the album more fun. [Just as an aside, I think "Your Loving Flame" is the epitome of 'Moon/June/Spoon' writing].
@johnheaton5667
@johnheaton5667 6 жыл бұрын
MeanMrMayo well I certainly didn’t expect you to agree with any of this video Joe...which is fine by me!
@BruceColon-BSides
@BruceColon-BSides 6 жыл бұрын
Despite Repeated Warnings is terrible. Paul’s never been good with politically-charged themes. They always come off terribly clumsy and embarrassing. Musically very weak too.
@jamesboyce4000
@jamesboyce4000 6 жыл бұрын
I normally would agree with you and I was thinking it would be poor and Freedom like, but I think the opposite and think he got it right musically and lyrically. As it's a metaphorical lyric I think that works perfectly and you can take it any way you want too. I did have to listen to it seven or eight times before it struck a chord with me but now it's a big favourite on the album.
@MarcoZucchi81
@MarcoZucchi81 6 жыл бұрын
"Your Loving Flame" should have been called "Flaming Pie"... "And when we kiss / It's just like paradise / I could spend eternity / Inside your flaming pie". Right?
@yellyman5483
@yellyman5483 6 жыл бұрын
MeanMrMayo i happen to agree with you 100% NEW is a better album than Egypt Station, and "Come on to me" and "Fuh you" would indeed rob Egypt Station of its modern feel. They also happen to be two of my favorite songs on the album. People want peace, Hand in hand and ceasar rock are the weakest songs for me.
@kevinmost2719
@kevinmost2719 5 жыл бұрын
Nothing For Free,nuff said
@needley
@needley 6 жыл бұрын
Nice t shirt John. Who's the kid in the bottom right, do you know? Would have nice to have had John & Yoko there, sadly not to be... Not a fan of the album. Some decent stuff for sure but nothing groundbreaking.
@johnheaton5667
@johnheaton5667 6 жыл бұрын
Father Damien Karras yes the picture would have been perfect! I think it’s Barbara’s kid from her first marriage
@mookiefeldman6223
@mookiefeldman6223 6 жыл бұрын
John Heaton that’s correct it is Barbara’s son. The photo I believe is from Ringo and Barbara’s wedding early 1980’s.
@needley
@needley 6 жыл бұрын
Mookie Feldman Hi, thanks for clarifying, I knew where and when the picture was taken, I was just unaware of who the child was. Thanks again.
@regaltip8A
@regaltip8A 5 жыл бұрын
@@mookiefeldman6223 Son is called Gianni.
@davidgena2667
@davidgena2667 6 жыл бұрын
Not my cup of tea, John. I know you’re shocked to hear that. Off topic, but have you ever reviewed Elton John’s “Madman Across The Water” album? I was playing it the other day. My gosh but that is one terrific record!!!
@johnheaton5667
@johnheaton5667 6 жыл бұрын
Not yet David...that’s the one with Levon on it...I’ll give it a re-listen not overly familiar with it...and only have the cd...how was Tonight’s The Night and Graceland?
@davidgena2667
@davidgena2667 6 жыл бұрын
John Heaton I’ve enjoyed them both but Graceland more so. I’m glad I have Young’s record, however, because now I believe I have his 5 greatest albums as part of my record library. But right now I’m on an Elton John kick for some reason. When the Beatles split he became my go to artist. Just love his early albums.
@CookieMusic43
@CookieMusic43 6 жыл бұрын
I think it is a good album although the only real "spark" for me is Happy With You, the way Dance Tonight and New were the sparks from their respective albums. I quite liked Fuh You at the start but it has become quite tedious. The other highlights are the medley, Dominoes and Confidante. The one song I cannot listen to is Despite Repeated Warnings. I think this song, even more than Fuh You, has a double meaning. Global warming would be the official meaning of the song but I do think it is also a dig at Donald Trump and for me, I struggle to enjoy popular music doused in politics. I don't know why pop stars do it. They are automatically alienating a large section of their audience. Anyway, it's a mid table McCartney album and a very welcome release.
@johnheaton5667
@johnheaton5667 6 жыл бұрын
Richard McCook cheers Richard good to hear your perspective
@paulaidenmusic
@paulaidenmusic 6 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video. Have to say though I Totally disagree with taking off “Fuh you” and “people want peace” i love those tracks. The only song that screams DELETE is “Who Cares” which reminds me of the the worst songs from Flaming Pie. On the whole this album is miles better than NEW and on a par with “Memory Almost Full” which i thought was his best album since Tug of War.
@vbassone
@vbassone 6 ай бұрын
Ok, so why exactly did you say you were offended by the lyrics on this album?
@ferkara8223
@ferkara8223 5 жыл бұрын
I love your shirt!
@andygaines9686
@andygaines9686 6 жыл бұрын
I agree with you that at 56 minutes the album is too long. Unfortunately lots of artists seem to think they have to try and fill up the cd at the expense of the album.
@mariofollowerofjesus8068
@mariofollowerofjesus8068 6 жыл бұрын
To me Paul changed his image from a nice respectable person. To a bad boy image. Especially listening to the yitle track. A song that is a cover up for obscenity. I respect other people's thoughts
@krollpeter
@krollpeter 5 жыл бұрын
It's not. It is the way how young people nowadays speak, almost lip-perfect. You are entitled to dislike that but you can't change it.
@russellthechemist8291
@russellthechemist8291 4 жыл бұрын
Some good tracks on this album but Paul's vocals are shot. Not one I would pull out regularly.
@regaltip8A
@regaltip8A 5 жыл бұрын
Sorry but compared to Back To The Egg and London Town this album cant be put in the same sentence.
@jaylene.turner6524
@jaylene.turner6524 6 жыл бұрын
Great interview,John! I Don’t Know is the only song I liked from the album.
@johnheaton5667
@johnheaton5667 6 жыл бұрын
Jaylen Turner oh well...cheers!
@jaylene.turner6524
@jaylene.turner6524 6 жыл бұрын
John Heaton,what do you think of Paul’s video for “Come On To Me”?
@johnheaton5667
@johnheaton5667 6 жыл бұрын
Jaylen Turner I like it a lot!
@oinkooink
@oinkooink 2 жыл бұрын
Climate change....come on man....come on.
@thelostscouser3061
@thelostscouser3061 4 жыл бұрын
IMHO he hasn't done anything decent since Tug Of War.
@timsydlowski5208
@timsydlowski5208 6 жыл бұрын
Hand claps were dreadful at this stage of his career.
@johnheaton5667
@johnheaton5667 6 жыл бұрын
Tim Sydlowski yes compare this to tastefully done real hand claps on I want to hold your hand and here comes the sun!
@henryhemming1494
@henryhemming1494 6 жыл бұрын
Agree on the 3 songs to leave off.
@johnheaton5667
@johnheaton5667 6 жыл бұрын
Hey Henry! Glad we're agreed :- )
@youngatom
@youngatom 4 жыл бұрын
I think that the best Paul could get for this Album would be a D- his voice is not what it was in the Beatles or Wings days. I decided to keep my hand in my pocket and pass on Egypt Station.
@BrianR.
@BrianR. 5 жыл бұрын
Didn't like this album, it's weak and at times quite embarrassing. Paul's voice is noticeably shot . If this album does anything, it confirms that it's time for Paul to retire.
@daytripper9222
@daytripper9222 6 жыл бұрын
Although i like this album it is not better than "New" or "Memory almost full" in my opinion. Paul should have taken off "Despite Repeated Warnings" and "Fuh you" and instead put on the bonus tracks.
@johnheaton5667
@johnheaton5667 6 жыл бұрын
day tripper cheers Kregg...well it seems that none of us agree on what to leave or (or include)...which is fine!
@rjun67
@rjun67 6 жыл бұрын
you were wise to hold your opinion until the hype died down, im still not ready to review it, and its difficult to find 'dead time' to listen to it
@johnheaton5667
@johnheaton5667 6 жыл бұрын
rjun67 yes I think it’s too early to pass final judgment...cheers
@eduardomantaras648
@eduardomantaras648 4 жыл бұрын
Para mi este disco es un simple con relleno. Me parece varios pasos atrás de New, su meh5or disco en los últimos 20 años. Este disco es una muestra de mediocridad grabado por uno se lis mejores músicos vivos. Es una pena ver estas canciones tan flojas cuando sabemos que Paul es un gran compositor. Perol McCartney acá nos muestra que es su peor enemigo.
@BruceColon-BSides
@BruceColon-BSides 6 жыл бұрын
I enjoyed it better than New, but still think at least half of it is pretty weak to me. Musically very diverse and overall very “him,” but I find this set of lyrics his cringiest since Off the Ground. Can’t stand Fuh You (video godawful too), Despite Repeated Warnings, and Back in Brazil. The Target bonus tracks were both better than all these. Several very solid new tracks though.
@gailfg2211
@gailfg2211 Жыл бұрын
Could do without the climate change lectures, please!
@brucelee9528
@brucelee9528 5 жыл бұрын
It's a turd
@stevefreary7449
@stevefreary7449 5 жыл бұрын
AT LEAST IF YOU REVIEW PLAY SOME BITS OF THE SONGS AS WELL ! RUBBISH VID !
@johnheaton5667
@johnheaton5667 5 жыл бұрын
Steve Freary you get done for copyright ...I got done for playing something in the background once
@leiferickson9666
@leiferickson9666 4 жыл бұрын
So, a guy like you, a non musician, is telling Beatle Paul, how long to make tnhis album, and any other comment as a peon, is killing me.....,sheeesh, get over yourself......🍁 ...
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