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Gordon Lightfoot - Summertime Dream (1976)
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08 Aug 2009 12:25:51
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Gordon Lightfoot - Summertime Dream (1976)
Flac (tracks)+CUE+LOG | 220 MB | Covers (300 dpi PNG)
Flac (tracks)+CUE+LOG | 220 MB | Covers (300 dpi PNG)
| “ | Rolling Stone wrote: One walks into Gordon Lightfoot's albums with shaded eyes, waiting to catch him finally running out of the melodies around which he builds his simple, pleasant songs. He's been doing the same wonderful things for so long, with such a large following, that it must seem unnecessary for him to put great effort into his records. Yet his meticulously constructed tunes and arrangements never fail to lift you from the doldrums. At this point, Lightfoot may be more artisan than artist, but like a handmade piece of furniture, his work remains strong and sturdy. Summertime Dream continues his uncanny ability to furnish his lyrics with melodies and choruses that are both danceable and hummable. He pauses only once per side for gentle "messages." "The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald" is a tradition-steeped folk narrative that tells of a freighter sinking in Lake Superior last November, and "Protocol" skillfully lashes at wars and their causes. Songs like these are now more exceptions than the rule for Lightfoot, but that matters little. It's hard to argue and hum at the same time. | ” |
| “ | Jim Newsom, All Music Guide wrote: With Summertime Dream, Gordon Lightfoot produced one of his finest albums, and wrapped up a six-year period of popularity that he would not recapture. Propelled by his second biggest hit, "The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald," Summertime Dream summed up the sound that had served Lightfoot so well in his post-"If You Could Read My Mind" days. This distinctive sound featured Lightfoot's strummed six- or 12-string guitar complemented by Terry Clements' electric guitar lines and Pee Wee Charles' pedal steel guitar accents. The material here is excellent, and the singer's voice is at its strongest. Mixing upbeat songs like "Race Among the Ruins," "I'd Do It Again," and the title track with beautiful ballads such as "I'm Not Supposed to Care" and "Spanish Moss," Lightfoot and his band deliver a tasty smorgasbord of intelligent, grown-up music. As for "Edmund Fitzgerald," its continued popularity more than 20 years after its release attests to the power of a well-told tale and a tasty guitar lick. | ” |
| “ | Amazon.com wrote: This album is Gordon Lightfoot's biggest commerical success in America, due in no small measure to "The Wreck Of The Edmund Fitzgerald". This piece is Lightfoot's narrative of the November 10, 1975 loss of the Fitzgerald in Lake Superior, and it is haunting, eerie, and quite beautiful. This song actually reached number 2 on the US singles chart in late 1976, which is unbelievable because the track is over 6 minutes long. Of course, there are other powerful moments. "I'm Not Supposed To Care" is as sad a ballad as you'll hear, and drips with an honesty and resignation that'll break your heart. "Prodocol" is another haunting, minor-key ballad. Lightfoot also shows he can kick it out a bit when compelled, as "I'd Do It Again" aptly displays. The lighter stuff, such as "The House You Live In" and the title track, provide relief against the more somber pieces. This album is indeed a must-have. "Fitzgerald" does tend to dwarf the rest of the songs, but Lightfoot's other songs exhibit an emotional quality that is rarely heard today. | ” |
Tracklisting:
1. Race Among The Ruins (3:21)
2. The Wreck Of The Edmund Fitzgerald (6:32)
3. I'm Not Supposed To Care (3:34)
4. I'd Do It Again (3:14)
5. Never Too Close (3:04)
6. Protocol (4:03)
7. The House You Live In (2:55)
8. Summertime Dream (2:30)
9. Spanish Moss (3:51)
10. Too Many Clues In This Room (4:51)
Total Time: 37:55
Pressing: 1987 Reprise CD 2246
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Posted By:
rohitbhalla
Date:
08 Aug 2009 13:05:01
thank you for a classic Lightfoot album! look forward to more of Lightfoot please :-)
Posted By:
LivinLarge
Date:
08 Aug 2009 15:30:41
Thanks for the nice post Virginia Plain !
Posted By:
namrats417
Date:
08 Aug 2009 15:43:46
Thanks for all the good stuff!
Posted By:
Nobunaga18
Date:
09 Aug 2009 20:24:48
Thank you for a classic Album too.
Posted By:
eisler444
Date:
10 Aug 2009 06:45:48
Спасибо!!!
Posted By:
Mr.Mystic
Date:
10 Aug 2009 20:12:37
Thank you very much.
Posted By:
csulak
Date:
11 Aug 2009 14:17:38
thank you!
Posted By:
lkrushel
Date:
28 Sep 2009 14:43:17
Great post. Thanks!
Posted By:
frav10
Date:
12 Aug 2010 06:59:34
Thank's from Israel :))
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