Coral [Import]

coral [import]

Editorial Reviews
Product Description
Picture the scene if you will, you're sat in your parents' front room in Liverpool with the Syd Barrett-era Pink Floyd rolling the spliffs, Frank Zappa and the Mothers of Invention jamming in the corner, and The La's looking on in wondrous bemusement before joining in. Mad? Possibly, but that is the scene that rolls through the mind as The Coral's debut long-player comes to an end. A more disparate and yet strangely coherent collection of moods and styles you will not hear this year outside a supremely eclectic compilation. 'The Coral' is the sound of a band saying 'Why don't we try this' as they attempt to distil all of their influences into one exhilarating musical soup - which is kind of the whole point of debut albums. And while most bands wouldn't dream of throwing in anywhere near as disparate a range of styles, that only makes the end result more unique. Weird but mostly wonderful. 11 tracks. 2002.

Coral,Coral,Sbme Import,Pop,Rock,Rock/Pop

Coral [Import]
Coral
Average customer rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars
  • A real mixed bag here
  • Arrrrrrrrrr Matey
  • Everything but that..
  • Yowzers...
  • What a load of hype!
 Coral
Coral
Manufacturer: Sbme Import
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

GeneralGeneral | British Alternative | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music
GeneralGeneral | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music
GeneralGeneral | Rock | Styles | Music
Pop RockPop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music
Alternative RockAlternative Rock | Imports | Stores | Music
RockRock | Imports | Stores | Music
Similar Items:
  1. Magic and Medicine

ASIN: B00006AKOH
Release Date: 2002-09-10

Tracks:

  1. Spanish Main
  2. I Remember When
  3. Shadows Fall
  4. Dreaming Of You
  5. Simon Diamond
  6. Goodbye
  7. Waiting For The Heartaches
  8. Skeleton Key
  9. Wildfire
  10. Badman
  11. Calendars And Clocks

Album Description

Picture the scene if you will, you're sat in your parents' front room in Liverpool with the Syd Barrett-era Pink Floyd rolling the spliffs, Frank Zappa and the Mothers of Invention jamming in the corner, and The La's looking on in wondrous bemusement before joining in. Mad? Possibly, but that is the scene that rolls through the mind as The Coral's debut long-player comes to an end. A more disparate and yet strangely coherent collection of moods and styles you will not hear this year outside a supremely eclectic compilation. 'The Coral' is the sound of a band saying 'Why don't we try this' as they attempt to distil all of their influences into one exhilarating musical soup - which is kind of the whole point of debut albums. And while most bands wouldn't dream of throwing in anywhere near as disparate a range of styles, that only makes the end result more unique. Weird but mostly wonderful. 11 tracks. 2002.

Album Details

The Debut Album from this Up and Coming Band of Youthful Liverpudlians that have Garnered Raves all Round the Countryside (And the World).

Customer Reviews:

3 out of 5 stars A real mixed bag here.......2003-02-14

Only rated 3 stars but still worth owning. You get a little psychedelia here, a touch of ska/punk as well and even some old fashioned reverb guitar reminding me of the early sixties. I hope this doesn't scare you off, because this band is very good. Much better than the recent crop of rockers ie: the Strokes, Vines etc.

4 out of 5 stars Arrrrrrrrrr Matey.......2003-02-07

If you didn't look at the booklet, you could almost envision seeing this album made thirty years ago, somewhere around the end of the 60's. It has a real timeless feel to it. At times it sounds kind of like the Doors - mostly because of the prominent use of the organ in some songs. At times though, it sounds kind of campy and pirate-y (hence the Arrr matey), but I can live with those couple instances. Overall very impressive debut. Good stuff.

5 out of 5 stars Everything but that.........2003-02-05

This band is everything you would want. It's all about the music for them, not about trying to get fame. "Music has been forgotten and been replaced by attitude. I don't care about posing. I don't care about impressing people. I just want to impress myself." - quoted by James Skelly(vocals). Their music is everything but popular. I get sick after listening to the same kind of music. They decide to do the opposite, which makes their music stand out. Honestly I get very picky toward bands, cause there are so many. I have to say that these are one of my favorite bands, and I'll be staying a fan for a long time! ...

5 out of 5 stars Yowzers..........2003-01-21

Well... talk about a surprise... I heard the song "Goodbye" on the radio a few times, really liked it, took a chance on the album... and boy am I glad I did!

I can't claim to be an expert on 60s psych music (I have a H.P. Lovecraft CD, some Doors CDs and early Pink Floyd, but not much else), but I can definately hear the influence in these guys. The vocalist doesn't sound a whole heap like Jim Morrison, but he *sings* very similar to Jimmy, and I would classify the Doors as the closest comparison to The Coral that I could come up with. People may call them clones, but if it's good music, it's good music.

As for the hype, well, I live in Australia and had never heard of these guys except for the one song I mentioned above, which was played a few times on an Australian indie station... 99.9% of Australians would have no idea who these guys are, so I'm certainly unaffected by any hype. This is just plain quality music, and very refreshing after the music of the 90s (with the exception of the likes of Radiohead, Tool et al), and even more-so, the shamefull 80s...Can't wait to hear what else these guys come up with on their follow up, but this is certainly a tough act to follow...

If you are interested in music that's a little "out there", yet whilst remaining wholly accessible, this is the cd for you!

2 out of 5 stars What a load of hype!.......2003-01-08

Though the music is not the same as "Fishbone", I cannot help but think this band sounds like a watered down version of that seminal '80's band. Go get the original and leave this copy on the shelf where it belongs.
Dreaming of You 1
Average customer rating: Not rated
    		Dreaming of You 1
    Coral
    Manufacturer: Sbme Import
    ProductGroup: Music
    Binding: Audio CD

    GeneralGeneral | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music
    GeneralGeneral | Rock | Styles | Music
    Similar Items:
    1. Goodbye 2

    ASIN: B00006LVGE
    Release Date: 2002-10-29

    Tracks:

    1. Dreaming Of You
    2. Answer Me
    3. Follow The Sun
    4. Dreaming Of You (Video)

    Album Description

    Taken from this act from Liverpool's critically acclaimed self titled 2002 debut album. The title track is backed with three non-LP tracks, 'Answer Me', 'Follow The Sun' & 'Dreaming Of You' (Video). Deltasonic.

    Album Details

    The Fourth Single from their Self Titled Hit Debut Album.
    Goodbye 2
    Average customer rating: Not rated
      		Goodbye 2
      Coral
      Manufacturer: Import [Generic]
      ProductGroup: Music
      Binding: Audio CD

      GeneralGeneral | British Alternative | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music
      GeneralGeneral | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music
      GeneralGeneral | Rock | Styles | Music
      Alternative RockAlternative Rock | Imports | Stores | Music
      Similar Items:
      1. Something Inside
      2. Dreaming of You 1
      3. Skeleton Key

      ASIN: B000069RI2
      Release Date: 2002-12-17

      Album Details

      Stupendous Third Single from the British Gang O Six that have Set Young England on their Ears with their Earthy Psychedelic Sound. Includes Two Tracks Recorded Live at Xfm and a "Mini Movie" Enhancement. From an Nme Concert Review, "After the Initial Shock of Seeing them Jacknife from Prog to Dub to Acoustic Ballad in the First Three and a Half Minutes, They Quickly Settle Into their Tight Groove. What Quickly Becomes Apparent is that for all their Weird Time Signatures and Semi-prog Noise Assault, .there's An Accessible Heart to Almost Everything They Do... "
      Dreaming of You, Pt. 2
      Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
      • Hmmmmm.....the sixties style homage to a sea shanty....
      		 Dreaming of You, Pt. 2
      The Coral
      Manufacturer: Sbme Import
      ProductGroup: Music
      Binding: Audio CD

      GeneralGeneral | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music
      Indie RockIndie Rock | Indie & Lo-Fi | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music
      GeneralGeneral | Rock | Styles | Music
      RockRock | Imports | Stores | Music
      ASIN: B00006LVGF
      Release Date: 2002-10-29

      Tracks:

      1. Dreaming of You
      2. Sweet Sue
      3. Another Turn in the Lock
      4. Acoustic

      Album Description

      Taken from this act from Liverpool's critically acclaimed self titled 2002 debut album. The title track is backed with three non-LP tracks, 'Sweet Sue', 'Another Turn In The Lock' & 'Dreaming Of You' (Acoustic Video). Deltasonic.

      Album Details

      Includes Two Exclusive B-sidees plus the Acoustic Video Version.

      Customer Reviews:

      4 out of 5 stars Hmmmmm.....the sixties style homage to a sea shanty...........2002-12-16

      I really like Dreaming of You. I think it's even better than last year's Legal Man by Belle and Sebastian for bringing up that feel-good mod mood. Give the kids a break and they'll go far, just wait and see. They just have to get over this sea-shanty phase and they're golden.
      Pass It On
      Average customer rating: Not rated
        		Pass It On
        The Coral
        Manufacturer: Import [Generic]
        ProductGroup: Music
        Binding: Audio CD

        GeneralGeneral | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music
        Indie RockIndie Rock | Indie & Lo-Fi | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music
        Neo-PsychedeliaNeo-Psychedelia | Rock | Alternative Styles | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music
        GeneralGeneral | Rock | Styles | Music
        RockRock | Imports | Stores | Music
        Similar Items:
        1. Something Inside
        2. Don't Think You're the First

        ASIN: B0000A2ZYU
        Release Date: 2003-09-30

        Tracks:

        1. Pass It On
        2. Shadows Fall [Acoustic Version]
        3. Run Run

        Album Description

        Taken from the 2003 album, 'Magic & Medicine'. The title track is backed with two non-LP tracks, 'Shadows Fall' (Acoustic Version) & 'Run Run'. Digipak. Deltasonic.
        Magic & Medicine
        Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
        • magical. it is medicine for todays sickening music
        • The Coral - Magic And Medicine
        • No hit singles, but more consistent...
        		 Magic & Medicine
        The Coral
        Manufacturer: Sbme Import
        ProductGroup: Music
        Binding: Audio CD

        GeneralGeneral | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music
        Neo-PsychedeliaNeo-Psychedelia | Rock | Alternative Styles | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music
        GeneralGeneral | Rock | Styles | Music
        RockRock | Imports | Stores | Music
        ASIN: B0000A0UB1
        Release Date: 2003-09-30

        Tracks:

        1. In the Forest
        2. Don't Think You're the First
        3. Liezah
        4. Talkin' Gypsy Market Blues
        5. Secret Kiss
        6. Milkwood Blues
        7. Bill McCai
        8. Eskimo Lament
        9. Careless Hands
        10. Pass It On
        11. All of Our Love
        12. Confessions of A.D.D.D.

        Album Details

        The Critically Acclaimed Sophomore Album from the UK Rockers.

        Customer Reviews:

        5 out of 5 stars magical. it is medicine for todays sickening music.......2003-09-14

        once again, they have created an incredible, fresh LP that helps us escape today's mainstream. They have looked to other influences this time though. while their skeleton key EP and self titled LP looked to late 60's california psychedelic, Magic and Medicine looks towards california surf and 60's country music. This record sounds a lot like it could have been a Gram Parsons era Byrds record. The songs work best when heard in context to the rest of the album. otherwise, "pass it on" (the current single) seems and is the best shot for a solid single from this album. I would recommend getting the UK version on double orange vinyl. it is a great buy. also, pick up the lim. edition numbered vinyl of "pass it on" with an acoustic version of "shadows fall" as the b-side.

        4 out of 5 stars The Coral - Magic And Medicine.......2003-08-23

        an absolutly mind blowing album, lots of feeling, warmth but i felt it lacked some heart even though it made it up prominently lyrically and on its feel good factor. Theres a lot of reference in this album mixing styles like Dylan, Waits, some Echo and The Bunnymen and experimenting with 60's rythyms and beats and also a southern country feel to the album in which i enjoyed.I dont care what anyone says but this album is got to be one of the contenders for best albums of 2003.

        4 out of 5 stars No hit singles, but more consistent..........2003-08-15

        Just bought the new Coral album and after hearing it, I have to say I'm impressed once again by the youngsters. Even though the album has no immediate hit singles in it (like Dreaming of You), the sound and quality of songs is more consistent that their debut album. There's less variety around but the organ and guitar sounds are still around, as well as the Chilton-esque vocals. They also left out the distortion effects which took away some of the shine of their previous album (Skeleton Key and Goodbye suffered from it). Once again, Kudos for these guys to do something different than the recent music scene is doing. Forget all the punk-ish rehashing done by The Strokes and others and get this one to remind you how rock music should sound.
        Pass It On
        Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
        • Summer classic
        		 Pass It On
        The Coral
        Manufacturer: Sbme Import
        ProductGroup: Music
        Binding: Audio CD

        GeneralGeneral | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music
        Indie RockIndie Rock | Indie & Lo-Fi | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music
        Neo-PsychedeliaNeo-Psychedelia | Rock | Alternative Styles | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music
        GeneralGeneral | Rock | Styles | Music
        RockRock | Imports | Stores | Music
        ASIN: B0000A2YEH
        Release Date: 2003-12-30

        Customer Reviews:

        5 out of 5 stars Summer classic.......2004-01-30

        It's been a good year for Liverpool's The Coral. A mere number of months after their stunning debut comes this, surely one of the singles of the year. "Pass It On" is their state of the universe address, a plaintive plea for understanding. It begins a little like The Beatles' "You Like Me Too Much" but soon becomes its own thing of beauty. Far more low-key than anything on The Coral, they seem to have dispensed that elemental quirkiness which so defined their earlier work. Frontman James Skelly is the real star of this track, his magnificent vocals squarely front and center. Anticipating their forthcoming Magic & Medicine album, "Pass It On" is a summer track for the ages and The Coral have done it again. Was there ever any doubt?
        Magic & Medicine
        Average customer rating: Not rated
          		Magic & Medicine
          The Coral
          Manufacturer: Sbme Import
          ProductGroup: Music
          Binding: Audio CD

          GeneralGeneral | Rock | Styles | Music
          Neo-PsychedeliaNeo-Psychedelia | Rock | Alternative Styles | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music
          RockRock | Imports | Stores | Music
          ASIN: B0002IQCYI
          Release Date: 2004-06-29

          Tracks:

          1. In the Forest
          2. Don't Think You're the First
          3. Liezah
          4. Talkin' Gypsy Market Blues
          5. Secret Kiss
          6. Milkwood Blues
          7. Bill McCai
          8. Eskimo Lament
          9. Careless Hands
          10. Pass It On
          11. All of Our Love
          12. Confessions of A.D.D.D.
          Don't Think You're the First
          Average customer rating: Not rated
            		Don't Think You're the First
            The Coral
            Manufacturer: Sbme Import
            ProductGroup: Music
            Binding: Audio CD

            GeneralGeneral | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music
            Indie RockIndie Rock | Indie & Lo-Fi | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music
            Neo-PsychedeliaNeo-Psychedelia | Rock | Alternative Styles | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music
            GeneralGeneral | Rock | Styles | Music
            RockRock | Imports | Stores | Music
            Similar Items:
            1. Something Inside
            2. Pass It On

            ASIN: B0000902KF
            Release Date: 2003-07-01

            Tracks:

            1. Don't Think You're the First [Album Version]
            2. Witchcraft
            3. See Through Bergerac
            4. Tiger Lily
            5. Teenage Machine Age

            Album Description

            German EP, the first single off the Liverpudlian indie act's sophomore album, featuring five tracks, 'Don't Think You're The First' (Album Version), 'Witchcraft', 'See-Through Bergerac', 'Tiger Lily', & 'Teenage Machine Age', including all the UK singles B-sides (minus the video), packaged in a Digipak. Deltasonic Records. 2003.
            Secret Kiss
            Average customer rating: Not rated
              		Secret Kiss
              The Coral
              Manufacturer: Sbme Import
              ProductGroup: Music
              Binding: Audio CD

              GeneralGeneral | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music
              Indie RockIndie Rock | Indie & Lo-Fi | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music
              Neo-PsychedeliaNeo-Psychedelia | Rock | Alternative Styles | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music
              GeneralGeneral | Rock | Styles | Music
              RockRock | Imports | Stores | Music
              ASIN: B00012QKAQ
              Release Date: 2003-12-02

              Tracks:

              1. Secret Kiss
              2. See My Love
              3. God Knows [New Mix]
              4. Not the Girl
              5. Secret Kiss [Multimedia Track]

              Album Details

              Special EP from the UK Band's Second Album "Magic and Medicine" that Includes a New Mix of "God Knows" plus the Enhanced Video of the Title Track.

              Rock Music:

              1. Cornflakes & Crazyfoam: 1964-1968
              2. Corridor Of Windows
              3. Corrs Unplugged [Live] [Import]
              4. Cosmic Dancing
              5. Cosmic Travellers
              6. Cotton Fields (The Legendary Covers Album)
              7. Cottonwoodhill [Import]
              8. Coup de Grace
              9. Covered in Goth Hell
              10. Covered in Toy Dolls

              Rock Music

              rock music