Wood + Wire

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The Seattle's The Rocket deems CVS "One of the finest pop tunesmiths of his generation." "Masterful melodic songwriting. A record that makes you want to keep listening to it over and over again." Stereo Review writes, "Superior power pop. A genuine find." Tower Pulse! describes his music as "Pedigreed-pop mini masterpieces that deftly balance melodic craft and lyrical passion."

Product Description
Opening with the stoic rock of "Starting Out," the obligatory pop of "Sun," and "Love," to the poetic folk of "The End," this record pleasingly runs the gamut. Although CVS is often found in his studio producing his own albums or other artists', Wood and Wire was recorded entirely in the NY metro area with a winning combination of musicians including Peter Straus (Dwarves) and Dennis Diken (Smithereens).

Wood + Wire

Wood + Wire,Chris Von Sneidern,Mod Lang,Pop,Pop Underground,Power Pop,Rock,Rock/Pop

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Journey Begins Manufacturer: Wire and Wood Music ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | New Age | Styles | Music Meditation | New Age | Styles | Music Relaxation | New Age | Styles | Music ASIN: B000CAJYIC Release Date: 2003-11-04

Tracks:

1. The Journey begins
2. Fern Grotto
3. Through The Eyes Of A Child
4. Hidden Valley
5. Heiau
6. In The Mist
7. Rain Forest
8. Full Moon Low Tide
9. Winds At Sunrise
10. The Journey Home

Average customer rating: ... And I thought I knew all the music fit to sing! An awful new direction for a beloved band An awful new direction for a beloved band Fairport fans, rejoice! Fairport Rules!

The Wood and the Wire Fairport Convention Manufacturer: Compass Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD British Folk | Traditional British & Celtic Folk | Folk | Styles | Music General | Folk | Styles | Music Traditional Folk | Folk | Styles | Music Folk Rock | Rock | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music General | Folk | Indie Music | Stores | Music Folk Rock | Folk | Indie Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: Over the Next Hill Old-New-Borrowed-Blue Before the Moon Gladys' Leap Rosie ASIN: B00004U01K Release Date: 2000-07-25

Tracks:

1. The Wood And The Wire
2. The Dancer
3. Wandering Man
4. The Heart Of The Song
5. A Year And A Day
6. The Game Pieces
7. Close To You
8. Still A Mystery
9. Banbury Fair
10. The Lady Vanishes
11. The Good Fortunes
12. Western Wind
13. Don't Leave Too Soon
14. Rocky Road

Amazon.com

Fairport Convention has gone through so many personnel changes over the years that it's more of a state of mind than a band. On 2000's The Wood & the Wire, which features the group's 23rd incarnation, longtime members Simon Nicol and Dave Pegg join 15-year veteran Ric Sanders, relative newcomer Chris Leslie, and old-pro folk-rock drummer Gerry Conway. The sound leans more to the folk side of the folk-rock equation and includes plenty of fiddles, mandolins, and acoustic guitars, with an occasional electric guitar solo thrown in to remind us of the rock side. Most of the songs here were composed by Leslie, and while they don't rise to the level of those of former Fairport songwriters Sandy Denny and Richard Thompson (but then again, whose songs do?), tunes like "The Dancer" and "Banbury Fair" do have a bucolic charm. The Wood & the Wire is the work of a band that is happy with its place in the world and is content to make music that evokes the past without wallowing in nostalgia. --Michael Simmons

Customer Reviews:

... And I thought I knew all the music fit to sing!.......2001-07-31

Wood and the Wire was my introduction to Fairport Convention. Stumbled across it by "mistake" and needing one more CD for free shipping, it has not only become a staple on my stereo, but compelled me to purchase other titles. Slowly but surely those close to me are becoming addicted as well. The beat is amazing, the words paint pictures. The more I listen, the more I hear.

An awful new direction for a beloved band.......2001-04-14

Bad poetry set to music, with most tunes sounding like a bad American neo-coutry album. I made the mistake of buying this record at the same time as Angel Delight. The lack-luster songwriting, lifeless performances and poor choice of material would have disappointed me anyway, and played back-to-back with the almost flawless Angel Delight the shortcoming of Wood and The Wire were even more evident.

I can see why Dave Mattacks left this band!

An awful new direction for a beloved band.......2001-04-14

Bad poetry set to music, with most tunes sounding like a bad American neo-coutry album. I made the mistake of buying this record at the same time as Angel Delight. The lack-luster songwriting, lifeless performances and poor choice of material would have disappointed me anyway, and played back-to-back with the almost flawless Angel Delight the shortcoming of Wood and The Wire were even more evident.

I can see why Dave Mattacks left this band!

Fairport fans, rejoice!.......2000-09-08

Fairport has come up with a few good gems since Sandy Denny's departure, true, but their albums had always been somewhat uneven since. By the time of Jewel in the Crown they showed they could still put together a few good tunes, but they were edging perilously close to becoming folk/rock's equivalent of Pink Floyd - a band coasting on past achievements and name recognition. I was worried that after a couple more albums their slide down this slippery slope would be complete and we'd be left with only our old copies of Liege & Lief and Unhalfbricking to console us.

Well well, how wrong I was. To be honest I like Martin Allcock and Dave Mattacks, but on this album they're hardly even missed. The others, along with newcomer Chris Leslie, play with a spirit and energy I haven't heard from them in years. There's a bigger emphasis on guitars and string instruments (as if the title wasn't a giveaway) and fewer keyboards. The band's rejuvenated spirit pervades everything, even the more 'serious' numbers such as Sanders' "Year and a Day" and the somber "The Lady Vanishes." If you've been a little indifferent about Fairport's last few releases, don't hesitate to pick this one up. It's good to have them back.

Fairport Rules!.......2000-07-31

This is a highly enjoyable effort from Dave Pegg,Simon Nichol,and Co.

Chris Leslie(who joined for the "Who Knows Where the Time Goes" album) emerges as a wonderful songwriter,as well as a master musician,playing guitar,violin Greek lute,mandolin,and even the Native Australian didgeridoo!(on his beautiful "The Wandering Man")

New drummer Gerry Conway shows his stuff on a wide array of exotic percussion.

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Average customer rating: Awesome CD!!!!

American Collection: Max Lifchitz Manufacturer: North / South Record ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Sonatas | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Chamber Music | Forms & Genres | Modern, 20th, & 21st Century | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Sonatas | Forms & Genres | Modern, 20th, & 21st Century | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General | Keyboard | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music General | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music ASIN: B000004AHF Release Date: 1998-02-03

Tracks:

1. Colors From A Changing Sky
2. Elaborations: I. Fast
3. Elaborations: II. Slow
4. Elaborations: III. Quiet
5. Elaborations: IV. Brilliant
6. The Ideal Self
7. Variations And Interludes
8. Gypsy Ballads: I. Ballad Of The Black Pain
9. Gypsy Ballads: II. The Unfaithful Wife
10. Gypsy Ballads: III. Ballad Of The Moon, Moon
11. Gypsy Ballads: IV. Saint Rafael At Cordoba
12. Gypsy Ballads: V. Preciosa And The Wind
13. Gypsy Ballads: VI. Brawl
14. Gypsy Ballads: VII. Ballad Of One Who Is Doomed To Die
15. Gypsy Ballads: VIII. Sleepwalk Ballad
16. Gypsy Ballads: IX. Saint Gabriel At Sevilla

Tracks:

1. Stehende Musik
2. Tre Espressioni: I. Free
3. Tre Espressioni: II. = 60
4. Tre Espressioni: III. = 54
5. Romanza
6. Piano Sonata: I. Adagio-Allegretto
7. Piano Sonata: I. Adagio-Allegretto
8. Piano Sonata: II. Andantino Grazioso
9. Piano Sonata: III. Allegro vivace
10. Seven Piano Pieces: I. Prelude
11. Seven Piano Pieces: II. Fantasy
12. Seven Piano Pieces: III. Little Waltz
13. Seven Piano Pieces: IV. Elegy
14. Seven Piano Pieces: V. Capriccio
15. Seven Piano Pieces: VI. Song Without Words
16. Seven Piano Pieces: VII. Postlude
17. Images Of Wood And Fire

Customer Reviews:

Awesome CD!!!!.......2001-03-09

I think Timothy Kramer's piece is outstanding! A must to own. The other works on the CD are also great. This is one of my favorite CDs.

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The Wood and the Wire Fairport Convention Manufacturer: Talking Elephant ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD British Folk | Traditional British & Celtic Folk | Folk | Styles | Music General | Folk | Styles | Music Folk Rock | Rock | Styles | Music Folk | Imports | Stores | Music Rock | Imports | Stores | Music ASIN: B0009N5S82 Release Date: 2005-08-01

Tracks:

1. Wood and the Wire
2. Dancer
3. Wandering Man
4. Heart of the Song
5. Year and a Day
6. Game Pieces
7. Close to You
8. Still a Mystery
9. Banbury Fair
10. Lady Vanishes
11. Good Fortunes
12. Western Wind
13. Don't Leave Too Soon
14. Rocky Road
15. Good Fortunes
16. Now Be Thankful [Live][*]

Album Description

Re-issued album with 3 bonus tracks from Dave Pegg's archives. Talking Elephant 2005

Album Details

Digitally Remastered Edition of "Wood and the Wire" that Adds Three Bonus Tracks from Dave Pegg's Archive. It was a Strong Commercial Success for Fairport and Talking Elephant is a Must-buy Release for Many Fairport Fans.

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Wood and Wire Mike Wilhelm Manufacturer: Last Call Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Blues Rock | Rock | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Roots Rock | Rock | Styles | Music Psychedelic Rock | Classic Rock | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music ASIN: B0000DEM9W Release Date: 2002-08-26

Tracks:

1. Jesse's Theme
2. Charlie James
3. 500 Miles
4. Lakeview Shuffle
5. The Nob Hillbillies
6. "C" Street Rag
7. The Ballad Of Baldy...
8. The Incident At Verdi
9. Pizen Switch
10. Devil's Gate
11. I Saw Her
12. Ghost Train
13. Love Is Strange
14. Tomorrow Night
15. Ani

Album Description

What a career! From the original psychedelic hippie cowboy mid-sixties band, The Charlatans (with Dan Hicks!) to the phenomenally unknown Loose Gravel to a couple of Flaming Groovies LPs, Wilhelm has personified the California folkie/rocker image for a whe. Last Call Records.2004

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Celtic Journey to the Path Manufacturer: Wood and Wire Music ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | New Age | Styles | Music ASIN: B000CAGBY2 Release Date: 2000-02-15

Tracks:

1. Celtic Overs
2. Se Beag Si Mor/Quiet Moments
3. For Michael
4. The Story
5. Steps Forward
6. Carolan's Welcome/The Path
7. The Two William Davises/The Young Terence MacDonough
8. W-Y-L (While You Leap)
9. Stillness And Return
10. The Path (Reprise)/Farewell

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Heart Jams Bryan Kessler Manufacturer: Wire and Wood ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music General | Euro Pop | Pop | Styles | Music Euro Pop | Pop | Indie Music | Stores | Music ASIN: B00004T0BI Release Date: 1999-03-10

Tracks:

1. Language of the Heart
2. Rainbow in your Eyes
3. Shine like the Sun
4. China Doll
5. Jah Jah
6. Toe Jams
7. Slack Key Guitar
8. Heart of Mine
9. The Way it is
10. Lullaby

Album Description

A soothing mix of acoustic pop music full of great songs and beautiful playing.

Bryan Kessler best known for his days in the "Hawaiian Style Band" embarks on a solo musical journey with this haunting and heartwarming CD. The 10 original songs, penned by the multi-talented artist, speak of love,island life, and music, and offer a glimpse of Kessler's own heart and soul through his unique style of music.

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Strung Out Wind & Wire Wood ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Folk | Styles | Music General | New Age | Styles | Music ASIN: B000FTALNW Release Date: 2006-03-21

Average customer rating: SUBTLE / BRILLIANT / AWESOME Hard Driving Blues/Rock with a touch of Zydeco-- great stuff These dudes really know how to sing the blues! Hard Driving Blues/Rock with a touch of Zydeco-- great stuff

Wire & Wood Glamour Puss Manufacturer: Northern Blues ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Blues | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music ASIN: B0000CGOVE Release Date: 2003-10-07

Tracks:

1. Kitty Kitty
2. Hollow Man
3. Don't You Worry
4. I Don't Know How To Win Your Love
5. You're Rich I'm Poor
6. Maman Don't Play No Zydeco
7. Wire & Wood
8. If You Miss Me
9. Swiggin Cin
10. Boom Boom
11. Dangereuse
12. Six Feet Down
13. Million-Air
14. Blues For Sheila
15. Bonus Track 1

Customer Reviews:

SUBTLE / BRILLIANT / AWESOME.......2004-06-17

Well I gush, so shoot me. All reviews are correct. Great BLUES, great songs, intelligent lyrics, great musos, originality and a wicked sense of humour. If you like the BLUES, you are missing out, if this isn't in your collection. After receiving this CD, my wife and I danced around the living room for close to an hour, one of the highest compliments we can pay to any CD.

Hard Driving Blues/Rock with a touch of Zydeco-- great stuff.......2003-12-15

Every one of the Glamour Puss CDs is filled with energy : these hard-working musicians from the Maritimes certainly know how to party. Musically speaking, the album is impressive, there are no fillers, all the tracks bear listening to over and over again. Amazing guitar pieces, beautiful songs, a really tight band...

It's in my car, and it gets played every day, sometimes twice, and I can tell you right now that it's going to liven up our holiday season this year.

For guitar lovers, there are a couple of really good cuts ("Blues for Sheila", and "Wire and Wood"). Furlong also wrote one of my faves on this album, "Hollow Man". Cry-in-your-beer kind of song about loneliness. Other favourites change from day to day : the soulful "If You Miss Me" just makes you want to be slow-dancing in someone's arms, the rollicking "Mama Don't Play No Zydeco" will have you bouncing up and down, "Dangereuse", well... if I start listing tracks, I might have to list them all, and I didn't even mention the amazing rhythm section, or the quite brilliant sax instrumental, or... or... or...

A very exciting new album, and I hope it gets the recognition and awards it deserves.

These dudes really know how to sing the blues!.......2003-12-15

I highly recommend this cd even if this isn't one of your favorite styles of music. I've really enjoyed it, listening to it when having friends over for drinks and even dancing to it in the shower. It's multi-purposeted. A+ for lyrics and groove. My favorite song is Million-Air. This was the first I've heard of them and now I'm interested in hearing some of their other stuff.

Hard Driving Blues/Rock with a touch of Zydeco-- great stuff.......2003-09-27

Every one of the Glamour Puss CDs is filled with energy : these hard-working musicians from the Maritimes certainly know how to party. Musically speaking, the album is impressive, there are no fillers, all the tracks bear listening to over and over again. Amazing guitar pieces, beautiful songs, a really tight band...

It's in my car, and it gets played every day, sometimes twice, and I can tell you right now that it's going to liven up our holiday season this year.

For guitar lovers, there are a couple of really good cuts ("Blues for Sheila", and "Wire and Wood"). Furlong also wrote one of my faves on this album, "Hollow Man". Cry-in-your-beer kind of song about loneliness. Other favourites change from day to day : the soulful "If You Miss Me" just makes you want to be slow-dancing in someone's arms, the rollicking "Mama Don't Play No Zydeco" will have you bouncing up and down, "Dangereuse", well... if I start listing tracks, I might have to list them all, and I didn't even mention the amazing rhythm section, or the quite brilliant sax instrumental, or... or... or...

A very exciting new album, and I hope it gets the recognition and awards it deserves.

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Wood and Wire Mike Wilhelm Manufacturer: Last Call Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Blues | Styles | Music Blues Rock | Rock | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Roots Rock | Rock | Styles | Music Psychedelic Rock | Classic Rock | Styles | Music ASIN: B000024CLK Release Date: 2002-11-11

Tracks:

1. Jesse's Theme
2. Charlie James
3. 500 Miles
4. Lakemen Shuffle (Moguls of the Grade)
5. Nob Hillbillies (Bust St. Breakdown)
6. "C" Street Rag
7. Ballad of Halby Green
8. Incident at Verdi
9. Pizen Switch
10. Devil Gate
11. I Saw Her
12. Ghost Train
13. Love Is Stramge/Whispering Bells
14. Tomorrow Night
15. Ani

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