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Pigeon's Throat by Al Rose
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fave it Folk Pop | Americana
11 tracks | 60 minutes
Released Jan 2003
on Waterdog Music
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- sample lyrics "DOWNLOAD" 05:20 Lincoln lyrics BUY MP3 05:20 Lincoln lyrics "GIFT MP3" 05:20 Lincoln
- sample lyrics "DOWNLOAD" 04:48 Patience lyrics BUY MP3 04:48 Patience lyrics "GIFT MP3" 04:48 Patience
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Americana-steeped folk pop; "One audaciously entertaining ride...One of the top Chicago Indie releases of 2000"-Greg Kot, Chicago Tribune
Editorial review
On Pigeon's Throat, {Al Rose} and the group of extremely talented musicians, the Transcendos, that aid him on his mission create some interesting pieces that are all quite unique. Some are easily linked to a particular genre, others defy one's attempt at labeling because of their originality. All are expertly crafted and equally presented. This album is musical entertainment at the highest level, easily enjoyed by all. This first track from the album, "Lincoln," has a solid rock beat that is nicely colored by some tight harmony vocals. The drummer keeps a tight beat with precise fills that accentuate key phrases. The keyboard layered into the background lends a richness to the melody. The lead guitar break was short but sharp with a creative fluent flow. The final track, "Metaphor," follows in tradition with the rest of the album, incorporating a mesmerizing melody and the elegant use of masterfully crafted lyrics. Laura Blye lends her vocal charms to elevate the melody to an even higher plateau, with her awe-enticing vocal range. Al Rose, along with the Transcendos, has an album that contains some of the finest instrumental, vocal, lyrical, and original content that well deserves international attention. An ace production that will remain timeless while being extremely difficult to pigeonhole into one particular genre best describes Pigeon's Throat. ~ Larry Belanger , All Music Guide
Bio / Background
On his third release, Pigeon's Throat, Al Rose was again working with his band, The Transcendos, who provided the fascinating sound that won critical raves on his second album, Naked In A Trailer. These eleven songs range from the re-written history of "Lincoln," the breezy feel of "Lighter Than A Feather," the rollicking "Ripe Unacceptable Now," the sound-noir of "Polish My Car" and an emotional ballad that sounds timeless upon the first listen, "Patience."
The Transcendos included drummer Heath Chappell, bassist Steve Hashimoto, guitarists Victor Sanders and Maury Smith, and vocalist Laura Blye. Al is the center of the ensemble on acoustic and electric guitars with solo turns on harmonica and flute. Additional musicians were organist Carter Luke (now a Transcendo fixture), mandolinist Stuart Rosenberg, violinist Steve Gibons and cellist Diana Parmeter.
Al's musical soul rose early.
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