White Album - Single Album
KDS:
Quote from: the captain on August 07, 2015, 09:01:35 AM
I'm actually not a big fan of either album, but it's less about length than just not being a fan of those bands in general. So I won't get into those.
Besides, it occurs to me that my one dramatic board flame-out was a kerfuffle at the record room some years back over this very idea--my strong preference for single albums--and then I eventually returned with my tail between my legs realizing it's boring not to discuss music, fights or not. So poor, re-registered me... I won't push the issue again! (Or quit a board in a huff! Lesson #1: nobody gives a f***.)
My biggest general problem with concept albums regardless of length is that I don't think most songwriters seem to have the chops to pull off narrative. So loose concepts tend to work better than true narrative concepts, in my opinion. AND IF YOU DON'T AGREE, I'M QUITTING THIS BOARD! ;)
I hear ya Capt. In general, I do prefer the single album of 45 minutes or less. If I had to make a list of 50 of my favorite albums of all time, I'd be willing to bet around 40 would fall under that criteria.
And not all concept albums are narrative pieces. ie. Darkside of the Moon is about madness in general, but doesn't have a narrative story like The Wall.
the captain:
Quote from: KDS on August 07, 2015, 09:13:37 AM
And not all concept albums are narrative pieces. ie. Darkside of the Moon is about madness in general, but doesn't have a narrative story like The Wall.
Oh absolutely. Those are the type I think are more likely to succeed (for me). They give the writer(s) more leeway.
The Demon:
Allowing a couple years' time to thoughtfully edit down:
Mrs. Lennon
Airmale
Revolution 9
Wild Honey Pie
Piggies
Helter Skelter
Long, Long, Long
Julia
Why Don't We Do it in the Road?
Sexy Sadie
Good Night
sockittome:
I personally don't have the attention span for a double album. I'm not ashamed to admit that I would find single album versions of White Album, Physical Graffiti, Tommy, and the Wall more appealing.
Peter Reum:
You know, the release of the Esher tunes would have been spectacular. Those recordings to me are the essence of The Beatles songwriting talents.
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