Sigur Rós - Odin's Raven Magic - The Barbican, London 21.04.2002 - Re Master (Re-Post)

Sigur Rós - Odin's Raven Magic - The Barbican, London 21.04.2002 - Re Master

I noticed one of the most visited pages on Victoryrosemusic was this one, Odin's Raven Magic. When I checked the original post, made back in 2008 I realised it still had an old Rapidshare link on it & didn't include a Flac version, so apologies for that. In both of these uploads I have included the scanned program of the evening.

The re-mastering of this amazing concert has breathed new life into what is a modern classic. I have removed all clapping in the interludes so you have what amounts to a seamless experience.
There is some excess noise on the first two tracks which unfortunately came with the original, I tried to EQ them out but in the end I have just left them so as not change the track as a whole. Sorry.
If you havn't got this one get it, if you have it already be sure to download this re-mastered version - its well worth it. More details can be found :HERE: and some reviews :HERE:

Setlist:

1. Chapter 1 - 7:21
2. Chapter 2 - 8:07
3. Chapter 3 - 7:47
4. Chapter 4 - 10:17
5. Chapter 5 - 6:22
6. Chapter 6 - 9:18
7. Chapter 7 - 21:20

[MF] - Mp3
[MF] - Flac - Part 1 Part 2

Help Japan & Listen to Some Great Music

Keith Kenniff, also known as Goldmund & Helios has started a wonderful project to raise money to help the people of Japan by creating a phenomenal double CD featuring music, much of which has been featured here on and off over the years. An incredible line of 40 artists. :Website:
In his own words:

"After learning about the tragic events of the Japanese earthquake on March 11th my wife, Hollie, and I were talking about ways to help. We decided to ask a few friends to join a compilation to help raise money. A few quickly became many as we were overwhelmed and warmed by the eagerness of these musicians to get involved.

"For Nihon" features some of the premier names in ambient / experimental music and 100% of the profits from the sale of this album will be donated to the Japan Earthquake Relief Fund set up by New York's Japan Society.

The album is currently being finalized, and will be available digitally from our shop and your favorite retailers (iTunes, emusic etc...) very soon. It will also be pressed as a two-cd set shortly after.

The following is a short sampler featuring some of the songs from contributing artists"

For Nihon - compilation sampler to benefit the Japan earthquake by Keith Kenniff

2001.05.01 John Anson Ford Theatre, Hollywood - Re Master

Stunning new concert posted on Victoryroselossless from 2001. Beautifully balanced sound

Sigur Rós - Kárahnjúkar Protest Concert Reykjavik - SBD 01.15.2003-

Sigur Rós - Kárahnjúkar Protest Concert Reykjavik - SBD 01.15.2003

Ive been very busy of late so haven't had much time for the blogs. To make up for a lack of posting I'd like to offer something very special and as yet unheard, (at least in any listenable quality!) This 3 track concert is incredibly rare and unique. The first track 'Samskeyti' is a very different minimal version. The second track 'Big' made an appearance on the 'Peel Session and the third track is a wonderful extended version of Avalon... with vocals!
One of the things that makes these tracks so good is hearing Jónsi just 'go for it' using the full emotive power of his voice. A truly unique and enjoyable Sigur Rós concert.

Set List:

01 Samskeyti - (mimimal, different version)
02 Big - (1st time played live)
03 Avalon - (extended with vocals)

[MF] Download - Flac
[MF] Download - Mp3

Mr Pearsn - 03.2011 - Acoustic Session

UPDATE:
~ Radio sessions (Live 2011) - 10 songs + interview - 320mp3
~ You can find this amazing album @320mp3 :Here: for only £5.00!

Beautiful 3 track session in the amazing Church Of The Madeleine followed by one track with Warren Ellis on Violin back in the studio. Beautiful session with Josh standing in the middle of the church and playing his acoustic raw. He also played a surprise track 'Rivers Of Babylon' which is fabulous -Here

Some recent comments:

Album Of The Month
'A stone-cold masterpiece...'
Uncut *****

'America's lost genius returns'
MOJO ****

'Debut album has achieved near mythical status even before its release'
The Times

Watch Le Cargo Videos here:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z1UfSYZJe2g&feature=player_embedded
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=28bc3M4SJFE&feature=player_embedded
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8ek-Rcr53XE&feature=player_embedded

...And by far the best one... (brings a tear to the eye!)
http://www.rockfeedback.com/tv/direct/channels/297400/1205785/
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The Souls Release - Demo

Been a long time fan of SR. Very beautiful measured ambient post rock tunes.

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Dustin 0 Halloran - Live @ Incubate, Holland - 2011.01.06

Dustin 0 Halloran - Live @ Incubate, Holland - 2011.01.06

Dustin has been making a real mark of late with his mostly solo piano work, His beautiful soundtrack to 'An American Affair' brought a lot of attention but his new release 'Lumiere' I predict will really propel him into the limelight. Norman Records gave it 5 stars calling it 'a new benchmark for the Modern Classical Arena' Having heard it I would have to agree 100% Looks to be one of the stand out records of the year...and its only February!

Lumiere is out today! :HERE:

Please enjoy this sublime 40 minute recent concert. Low bitrate but doesn't detract from the performance at all

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Nils Frahm - La Route Du Rock 20.02.2011

V- p1 p2

A - d/l

The music speaks for itself. Nils Frahm, one of my favourite & most respected pianists/musicians out there performing today

Little busy for a while but more Jónsi / GYBE / Iron & Wine & more treats coming soon :)

Iron & Wine - Live NPR 2011.01.05

Sam Beam (Iron & Wine) sings his new album in its entirety, some of the songs played live for the first time! : HERE :

New Releases! Sleepingdog / Stars of the Lid / Josh T. Pearson / Hafdis Huld

Been hit by 3 different & very exciting releases recently so I thought Id post info here for all 3:

Sleepingdog/Adam Wiltzie (of Stars Of The Lid) - (Released 25/04/2001)

Both Sleepingdog & Stars Of The Lid have seen live material posted here before. The fact that Adam Wiltzie of the famed 'Stars Of The Lid' has released some new music is always a rare and precious thing. The album itself is just beautiful, the delicate, acoustic, minimal delivery of Chantal is married perfectly with the ambient bliss of Adam.

I'll be adding more info on this particular release soon but for now, please enjoy this exclusive 1st listen of the track 'Scary Movie'

More info & music : HERE :

SLEEPINGDOG - Scary Movie by Gizeh

Josh T. Pearson - Last Of The Country Gentlemen - (Released 14/03/2011)

Its quite likely you wont recognize the name. Its also possible you wont have heard of the album 'The Texas Jerusalem Crossroads' by Josh's band 'Lift To Experience' However that album was one of John Peel's all time favorites and has been described as one of the best of the best Debut albums ever released. It took me a while to get into it with a first hearing but given time it is quite simply, a work of art.

Anyway, the band broke up and for 10 years we have heard nothing from Josh until suddenly, out of nowhere, we have 'Last Of The Country Gentlemen' A largely acoustic album of just seven songs spanning over sixty minutes, its a soul wrenchingly beautiful, open and honest offering from someone with the courage to share some of the personal yet universal pains, triumphs & truths of everyday life. Even those who may not like this type of music will still find it very difficult not be affected.

Join his mailing list and receive a free song: Website - myspace hear another song here as well

There is so much more I would like to say about this extraordinarily man and his music but for now you can find a superb review :HERE:

Sweetheart I Ain't Your Christ (piano version with Dustin O'Halloran) by joshtpearson

Hafdis Huld - (Out Now)

Of the many successful new bands coming out of Iceland Hafis Huld is fast becoming a favourite. As well as producing the most lovely summery, happy, folkpop music she has quite a unique rapport with her fans making it a point to be in touch and to often interact with them through her homepage, facebook, twitter & myspace which has had an audience the size equivalent of half of her homeland! Do visit her online places, they are a lot of fun :)

2 Downloadable songs here: 'Action Man' & 'Synchronized Swimmers'

New 'Streamed' Concert 2001.04.12 Teatro Ciak, Milano IT

Great News! 2nd full length watchable Sigur Rós concert is now on-line

The magnificent 2001, Milano, Teatro Ciak concert (with a re-mastered soundtrack) is now available to be watched online. This amazing 95 minute concert was the first live appearance of Sigur Rós in Italy...and what a first performance! Huge thanks & gratitude to www.popplagid.com for making this possible.

Sigur Rós - Teatro Ciak, Milano IT : HERE :