"Where do I start with ___ ?" Mk. X

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WantlessPonder: Apr 4, 2007; Kinda like a pint a Guinness.

Where should I start with:

Van der Graaf Generator
Camel
Bad Company

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WantlessPonder: Apr 4, 2007; Kinda like a pint a Guinness.

voland posted:

Mirage, The Snow Goose and Moonmadness are their most classic albums. I like Moonmadness best myself, "Air Born" is a heartrendingly beautiful song. If you prefer your Camel without vocals, The Snow Goose is a fully instrumental release.

Their later output isn't entirely terrible either, at least Nude and Rajaz I find completely agreeable, if a bit lukewarm. Camel is generally rather "easy listening" prog, much unlike...

Van der Graaf Generator: the only album I'm familiar with is their magnum opus Pawn Hearts and while very respected, I think it's a hideously difficult album. I just got Godbluff and H to He Who Am the Only One but haven't had a chance to form an opinion on them yet. I'd still wager they're easier albums to start with.

EDIT: Oh my. After just one listen of Godbluff -- get this one.

I'll check those out. Thanks a bunch!

# ¿ Apr 12, 2008 02:17

WantlessPonder: Apr 4, 2007; Kinda like a pint a Guinness.

I had heard a lot of good things about Strapping Young Lad for years, and I finally decided to give them a listen. I listened to "Love?" and I really liked it. So, should I start with that album or is there another one you'd recommend?

# ¿ Sep 8, 2008 09:35

WantlessPonder: Apr 4, 2007; Kinda like a pint a Guinness.

Where do I start with: Bob Dylan, Jimi Hendrix and Pink Floyd (already got DSOTM)? Been planning to get into these bands/artists for a looong time now. Decided now's a good a time as any.

# ¿ Dec 24, 2008 06:10

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