Daniel Lanois - Here Is What Is
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Free Music Notes for Here Is What Is
Free Music Review: Tremendous as Expected, but Still Not "Shine"
Hit: 4 Stars
Lanois is a master, and I'd probably buy a bag of compost if that's what he was selling. He's an artist touchstone, and an innovator. "Here is What Is" is a mixed-bag however. There are songs on this record that are massive and gorgeous, but there are many, many interludes, most of which I tend to skip. I LOVE this record, and I recommend it, but if you're new to Daniel Lanois, I would suggest exploring "Shine" first. Free Music Review: His most eclectic work to date
Hit: 3 Stars
Despite being a huge Lanois fan, I must admit there is something with this record that doesn't work completely for me (I'm particularly disappointed with the title track, since there are far better versions out there). Maybe it's the same problem I have with Slingblade and Belladona, records that don't move me in the way that Acadie, FTBOW or Shine do.
As usual, you should listen to it in a quiet room or better using your headphones in order to fully appreciate the soundscapes created by this gifted producer.
Free Music Review: Greatness
Hit: 5 Stars
If you're not already a fan of Lanois, then you will be, especially after watching the DVD that corresponds to this album. Really amazing, beautiful and inspiring. The missing link connecting so much of the great music of the past 25 years, Eno, U2, Nevilles, Willie, etc. I would highly recommend this cd and the film of the same name.Free Music Review: Best thing he's done in a decade
Hit: 5 Stars
Given the almost spooky excellence of everything he touches, to say this is the best thing Daniel Lanois has put out in a decade really is saying something. Eschewing the need to stick with one particular sound - either the ragged-edged rock of "Wynona" or the cool minimalism of "Acadie" and "Belladonna" - this new album delivers on the promise of "Shine", giving us a set of genre-defying songs that are warmer, richer, more lyrically engaging and ultimately more moving than anything he's done before. Highlights are the title track, the exquisite "Harry", "Duo Glide", "Moondog" and a new cut of "Where Will I Be" (though not even Lanois himself can top the Emmylou Harris version he produced). What strikes me most about this recording is that Lanois seems more comfortable in his own skin as a songwriter and performer; overall it's less self-consciously arty, more confident, more relaxed, more joyous. That's not to say it lacks artistry. As always, Lanois and his collaborators use the simplest rock instruments to generate a sound that's bigger, deeper, more subtle, more complex, and far more expressive than you might think possible from such arrangements. Close listening reveals the infinite care and genius with which these songs have been crafted - especially in the mix - but, as with all great music, in the moment of reception it all just sounds effortless. What's particularly satisfying about this release is that it's not simply a merchandising spin-off from the film of the same name. Against expectations, this strange playlist of cross-genre songs and inspiring snatches of interviews with Brian Eno and others works as an album in its own right. Strongly recommended.Free Music Review: great album
Hit: 5 Stars
That's a great album!
It sounds awesome! This CD is too short!!! I would have more songs, 3 or 4 hours... Why just one CD Mister Lanois?
The ambience of that CD is huge, lovely! Every thing sounds good!
So I will hear it one more time this day...
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