Description
The emotional and dynamic compositions were developed in London, Vienna, and Tokyo alongside the leading innovators and artists of the world. Evan Parker, Keith Rowe, and more musical inspirations provide a backdrop to "Manafon" and a counter balance to Sylvian's dominant and striking vocals.
The album acts as a monologue that is carried by every note. Each song is individual yet a vital piece to the album as a whole. From the very first song, the listener is captivated. The leading track, "Small Metal Gods," may be initially perceived as egotistical, but by delving deeper into the whole performance, not simply the lyrics, it is turned into a piece of self reflection written in the third person. The momentum achieved in this first track is not lost as the album progresses. Each song that follows on Sylvian's "Manafon" will have you sitting closer to the edge of your seat, just to make sure a single line, measure, or note does not escape your ears.
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Product Details
- Artist
- David Sylvian
- Number of Discs
- 1
- Recording Environment
- Studio
- Label / Studio
- SAMADHISOUND
- Media Content Format
- Album
- Original year of release
- 2009
- Media Format
- Audio CD
- Year of release
- 2009
- Cast & Crew
- David Sylvian (Music Performer)
- Christoph Amann (Sound Engineer)
- Neil Tucker (Sound Engineer)
- Toshi (Sound Engineer)
Tracklisting
Disc 1:
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Small Metal Gods
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The Rabbit Skinner
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Random Acts of Senseless Violence
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The Greatest Living Englishman
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125 Spheres
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Snow White in Appalachia
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Emily Dickenson
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The Dept of Dead Letters
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Manafon
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Pros
- Engaging
- Great Lyrics
- Original
Cons
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Comments about SAMADHISOUND DAVID SYLVIAN - Manafon:
Manafon has taken Sylvian to explore new musical boundaries. A follow on from 2003 Blemish. This album certainly is not easy on the ear at first listen. As with all Sylivan albums it requires a few listens to really get to understand the music and as usual he never dissappoints. He voice as usual is beautiful but seems to overpower the record, but eventually the music starts to find it's place. I would recommend that tracks 1, and 5 to 9 are the ones wish should be listened to first and it will take a while to ease yourself into tracks 2-4. Stand out tracks are Emily Dickenson abd Manafon.
Pros
- Original
Cons
Best Uses
- At Home
Comments about SAMADHISOUND DAVID SYLVIAN - Manafon:
I became a huge fan of David's solo album's late in life and for a while lapped up everything he produced. Sadly this is an experiment too far. Largely improvised and at times interesting lyrics sung over atonal and arhythmic sounds. I have to admire the degree of experimentation but felt a sense of relief when the CD was over. Need to get back to the good stuff David.
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Cons
- Not What I Expected
Best Uses
Comments about SAMADHISOUND DAVID SYLVIAN - Manafon:
I have been replacing my old David Sylvian tapes with CDs, Secrets of the Beehive, Gone to Earth, Brilliant Trees, all still a feast for the senses to listen to, almost 25 years later they have come back to me like old friends. I never forgot a single lyric and they are bringing me joy all over again. I have not heard much of this recent work so I listened to Manafon to bring me up to date – and wish I had not. If you are a fan of the albums mentioned above then don't purchase this one. Perhaps the development of his work from 80s work to now was gradual and I have taken an enormous leap? The album made me cringe. It is pretentious, haphazard and uninspiring. Whatever the path this artist has chosen I wish him well along the way (he has probably being doing okay on it for years now!), but it is not one I can follow him on, and that makes me sad.
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