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 The Funny Blokes of British Comedy $19.98 this dvd is bloody brillant!i laughed through the entire dvd!i highly recommend this dvd to all britcom luvers and to those who know nothing bout britcoms!buy it and judge for yourself!  BBC Radio 1967-1971 $27.98 This is an essential masterpiece of progressive rock. The beginning of this document finds the band coming to grips with their potential, and the session derived from the first two albums are performed with a minimum of elaboration. Without the impetus of Elton Dean and the polish of the recording in several takes, the trio doesn't quite refine the improvisational potential of the first two albums, sticking strictly to the compositional framework. However with the arrival of Dean and Hopper, sparks begin to fly. Without going into a detailed analysis or session by session breakdown, the essence of the bands performance evolves into a fusion powerhouse; revealed by the band left to their own devices, devoid of production values. Robert Wyatt's value as a percussionist of the highest caliber fires the band into escalating momentum, regardless of his dwindling influence on the band. Elton Dean's conception of breaking musical boundaries with his inspired technical angularity and grasp of atonality gives spellbinding breadth to the accentuated and angular compositions of Hugh Hopper and Dean himself . Mike Ratledge assumes the central figure in the band, of course, and his mix of fuzz organ and grooving comp give the band it's identity. I would probably pick this as one of the best places to start with this band. It provides the range of the bands growth and serves as an introduction to the leader of the improvisational side of the Canterbury scene.  "The Big Sleep: Two Radio 4 Full-cast Dramatisations (BBC Radio Collection) $22.79 I purchased these audiobooks within a week of purchasing "Farewell my Lovely". The Big Sleep" and "The High Window" are my favorites. I love the plot, the wit (beautifully excecuted by Ed Bishop) The stories are really interesting and fun. It is unique to rely on your audiotory sense in a world usually focusing on the visual. These are a must to own for the Raymond Chandler, Philip Marlowe or Mystery theme fan. Personally my primary reason was for my favorite actor Ed Bishop being the star!! His voice and the delivery of each line with pinpoint precision is music to the ears :0) |
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