THE MAGICAL ARMCHAIR
The Ben Folds Five Digest
Issue #593 - November 8, 1997
Magical Armchair Digest Saturday, November 8 1997 Volume 01 : Number 593
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TOPICS IN THIS DIGEST:
Need the Sessions vid.
HELP ME!!
Notre Dame show
Dr. Pyser woohoo!
naked baby photos...
Defending the TALL
DC Chaos
NYC Set List
Covers for the boys
Naked Baby Photos Disappointment
Did anybody Tape SUPPER CLUB????
Re: NBP
Zep and stuff
Sessions show
Bus Stop- Ball &Chain
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Date: Thu, 6 Nov 1997 20:33:34 -0500 (EST)
From: Smarshal1@aol.com
Subject: Need the Sessions vid.
I got free tickets to the U2 concert on Saturday night here in St. Louis...so
I can't stay home for Sessions at blah blah. If there is anyone out there
with good duplication technique for vids (so there isn't degeneration w/ a
little BFF) that would be willing to set something up with me in advance or
not in advance...let me know. I have a couple vids myself and some audio too.
Thanx,
josh
Smarshal1@aol.com
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Date: Thu, 6 Nov 1997 08:30:34 -0800
From: gabsey@juno.com (Gaby M FOUNDOUKIS)
Subject: HELP ME!!
Hey Fivers,
Does anyone have the 1st post? If so, can you plaese send it to
gabsey@juno.com
thanks,
gabs
" The cruelest lies are often told without a word....
........The kindest truths are often spoke but never heard."--Ben Folds.
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Date: Thu, 6 Nov 1997 20:43:10 -0500 (EST)
From: Eric Patton
Subject: Notre Dame show
I don't know, but I might have to go to this show too. Problem
being, we Wolverines aren't quite popular down in South Bend, but ah well.
I figure if anything happens, I got you guys at my back, right? Right?!?
;) Oh yeah, as long as we're on the subject of Michigan football, let me
just say this: Excuse me? Spartans? What? Put that in your pipe and smoke
it, Frank Maynard! ;) Anyway, if anyone is thinking about heading there,
and feel like running through Ann Arbor to pick me up or something, give
me a line or something. I've had my first taste, now I'm fiending for
more! Laters all!
ERIC
P.S. I regretfully say that there will be no JOYGASM this time. I mean, a
man's got to rest every now and then..... ;)
_______________________________________________________________________________
"But if that's a lie, if man in fact is not a scoundrel -in
general, that is, the whole human race- then the rest is all mere
prejudice, instilled fear, and there are no barriers, and that's just how
it should be!"
-Raskolnikov, "Crime and Punishment"
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Date: Thu, 06 Nov 1997 22:45:11 +0000
From: Alden Thomas
Subject: Dr. Pyser woohoo!
Talked to Ben and Robert at the St. Petersburg show and they said they
are definitely putting Dr. Pyser on the next new album (not the Naked
Baby Pictures). They wanted to do it right with the string section they
had at HORDE...which is fine by me! If you haven't heard the KCRW radio
shows they did, you should really check them out (they are in Real
Audio), especially the one with the strings...oh, they'll be in the
studio recording the new album next spring.
just a bit i thought would be interesting.
Alden
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Date: Thu, 6 Nov 1997 22:54:10 -0500
From: mrs...cartman@cowland.com
Subject: naked baby photos...
i thought id throw in my two cents: im not disappointed with the
album at all. sure, i already have stuff like fannie packs and bad idea
(both versions), but its got tons of great stuff, like the 7" version of
jackson cannery that ive never heard, dick holster (whats that? the
song, not the title :P), twin falls, julianne live (think this will be
the funky version? i sure hope so), ultimate sacrifice (i already have
this on a couple of bootlegs but i'll be glad to have it on a cd), tom
and mary (i only have a dub of it), alice childress live, eddie walker i
haven't heard yet either, emaline (with acoustic guitar? kickass),
boxing live...that will kick ass. the only songs i really wish they'd
included are mitchell lane (i have the tape sampler, but im terrified
its gonna get eaten or somthing and i'd like that song on cd as well..i
cant for the life of me find bff singles around here) and THE ROBERT
SLEDGE SEX JAM!!!! :) hehehe....but i guess that would be kinda
impossible if they just made it up last sunday night, huh? :> (btw,
anybody get a bootleg of that show @ cornell? e-mail me if you did)
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Date: Thu, 6 Nov 1997 20:06:02 -0800
From: "Peters"
Subject: Defending the TALL
> The Boston show tonight was fabulous; one of the best concerts I've ever
> been to!
> The crowd was pretty cool, except for this loser guy right up front who
> would not stop jumping and ruining everyone else's view. But some girl
> gave Ben a flower which he put in his piano which was awfully nice.
I was at that show, and amongst the tallest, at 6' 7". I am not sure if
you are talking about me, but I was up close on Robert's side and having a
great time jumping and dancing around.
This is a constant dilemma. I love good live music (BF5, Counting Crows,
DMB, Radiohead, etc.), getting up close, letting loose and having a good
time moving and dancing with the vibe. The problem is that I am acutely
aware that people behind me can't see. I empathize with that, but it's not
like I can just take off my hat and open the view. Some people seem to
think I should go to the back so they can see...
Here is my philosophy: I get there early, pick a place and if you stand
behind me, that is your choice. Par for the course!
By the way, that Boston gig ruled. The boys are evolving and improving the
show. Smoke was spectacular, and She Don't Use Jelly was so creatively
performed. I am going to the Fillmore show on the 28th and I hope they
play Down From Day One or some other unique covers.
- -Garrick
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Date: Fri, 07 Nov 1997 00:53:08 -0500
From: Heather Hurwitz
Subject: DC Chaos
Dear Everyone,
I apologize porfusely for causing a scare. This cocky asshole who thinks
he knows everything about GWU's program board and Georgetown's program
board started the scare about the show not being the 4th. However, IT IS
ON DEC. 4. Oh, major DC get together before or after the show for sure.
Anyone have suggestions where? Peace.
Heather
EVERYDAY IS A NEW LIFE TO A WISE HUMAN
"If you're drivin into town with the dark cloud above you, dialin the
number who's bound to love you, if you're lyin on the beach with the
transister callin, kick off the sand cause honey the love's still flowin,
if he says forget it but your heart's still
smokin, call me at the station, the lines are open" -Joni Mitchell, the
goddess!!!!
get your fill of peanutts on the www: http://www.cyberdrive.net/~percystar
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Date: Fri, 7 Nov 1997 01:43:13 -0500 (EST)
From: Craig Michael Haen
Subject: NYC Set List
hey guys,
here's the set list from the Supper club gig--fabulous show, BTW.
Dr. Pyser
Battle of Who Could Care Less
Philosophy
Selfless, Cold & Composed
The Last Polka
Steven's Last Night in Town
Fair
Brick
Kate
Jackson Cannery
One Angry Dwarf
Smoke (Anna was at the show, BTW)
Julianne
Underground
-=-=-=-=-=-
She Don't Use Jelly
Song for the Dumped
There you have it. Fine set, fine show. (Though I couldn't help
but miss Alice Childress, Uncle Walter and Sports & Wine.)
Craig
"Now it's time for the song to end..."
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Date: Fri, 07 Nov 1997 01:08:56 -0600
From: Pluvius Dope
Subject: Covers for the boys
I have been thinking about covers I would like to hear the boys perform,
and here is my top 5
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- ---------------------------------------------------------
5)Spirit In The Sky-Norman Greenbaum
4)Stuck In The Middle-Stealers Wheel
3)Momma Told Me Not To Come-3 Dog Night
2)What A Night-4 Seasons
1)Boogie Man-KC And The Sunshine Band
There, maybe that will start a huge new discussion people can tire of, but
yet in a wholesome way ;)
Pluvius Dope
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Date: Fri, 7 Nov 1997 04:30:04 -0500
From: Steffen Donath
Subject: Naked Baby Photos Disappointment
Hi everybody!
Well, finally we have the tracklisting from the new BFF Rarities album. And
I have to say that I am quite disappointed with the tracklisting.
The only big surprise is "Dick Holster" a song that has not appeared on the
numerous Demo bootlegs that are around. But where are songs like "Rocky",
"Cool Whip", "Kalamazoo" and "Protection" to name just a few? And was it
really necessary to include the live versions from the Ziggy's 08/95 shows
that have already appeared on the B-sides of their CD singles? And Fanny
Packs? Come on! That is already available on more than one single. But the
biggest mistake in my opinion (as others have mentioned before) is not to
include a live version of "Video killed the Radio star". In my opinion this
is their best cover version.
Don't get me wrong. Of course I will buy the CD the second it comes out.
And if it is only for "Dick Holster" and to have "Emaline" and "Eddie
Walker" on a CD. Just a bit disappointed that the die-hard Fans and bootleg
collectors won't get so much new stuff to hear.
Three Songs for the deserted island:
1. Best Imitation of myself
2. Evaporated
3. Video killed the Radio star (live)
Bye Bye
Steffen
http://ourworld.compuserve.com/homepages/SDonath - BFF webpage
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Date: Fri, 7 Nov 1997 07:28:30 -0500 (EST)
From: Phishrman1@aol.com
Subject: Did anybody Tape SUPPER CLUB????
did anybody tape the supper club show? I need a copy of this amazing
concert!!!!
EMAIL ME!!!!!
~jared
http://members.aol.com/phishrman1/jaredhaus.html
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Date: Fri, 7 Nov 1997 13:31:14 GMT
From: "Mark Piper"
Subject: Re: NBP
I felt pretty disappointed by the tracklisting for NBP, but I've
realised that really I haven't got much room to complain. Those
people who bought the singles will only have heard, at most, 4 of
the 16 tracks. You can't really blame the band or the record company
for the fact that you've already heard more of the tracks from the
trading of bootlegs. Bootlegs weren't released by the record company,
and there's nothing wrong with them making money from tracks they
legally own and haven't made use of before. If you're going to trade
bootlegs, especially studio demos, you're going to have to accept
the fact that the record company aren't likely to dig out some
unheard nuggets just because some folks have already got the songs
they wanted to release.
Of course, I'm not saying that we should all stop trading bootlegs
(God forbid), but just that maybe we haven't got much of a leg to
stand on.
Having said that, that's plenty good reason for Caroline to have
included Video Killed The Radio Star and Crosstown Traffic at the
expense of the B-Sides....
Mark
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Date: Fri, 07 Nov 1997 08:38:07 -0500
From: "Lance E. Johnson"
Subject: Zep and stuff
Hi, all!
Just a couple of rambling thoughts:
1. The more and more I listen to "Mitchell Lane", the more it reminds me of
a Led Zeppelin-"Rain Song" kind-of-feel. Crazy? Maybe, but just listen to
it...
2. I bought the Travis disc a month ago, and while they're good, they offer
me nothing new or exciting musically.
3. I've known of TMBG for many, many years, but I necer bought anything by
them until last night. Because of all the good things you all say about
bands on here, I investigate them. I love them. Very different, very good.
Keep up the good work!
Oh, yeah! My desert island question isn't meant to be taken so literally.
Who cares about a "three-song tape" or the presence of a walkman? It was
just more fun to write it that way instead of asking, "What are your three
favorite BF5 songs?" Gimme a break, ok? A little creative license...
Which reminds me: if you're trapped in space with only one of the members
of BF5, which one would it be: Robert, Ben, or Darren? How's that?
Lance
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Date: Fri, 7 Nov 1997 09:11:28 -0500
From: Kenneth McKenna - SSG
Subject: Sessions show
FYI: For any of you planning on watching BFF on "Sessions at 54th
Street", be sure to check your local TV listings. It is scheduled for
11/8, but where I live the show will actually be aired 11/11.
Regards,
Ken
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Date: Fri, 07 Nov 1997 23:25:00 +0900
From: Azusa Motoahshi
Subject: Bus Stop- Ball &Chain
Hi Fivers,
I wondwer how many Japanese BF5 fans are in this mailing list
after the mess, but I want to tell you a new CD about
related to BF5 . ( There are more people who are
interested in those information in over the world than
in my country ....)
Wandering over a CD shop with my friend today, a cd caught my
eye. "BALL & CHAIN " by Bus Stop. I've seen Bus Stop's CDs
in this store ( well, BF5 came to THIS STORE in 1996 ,
so the store is my favorite CD shop ) . They are ,of course,
import CDs from U.S.A..
I'm not sure someone has posted about this CD yet,
but this information may help YOU.
"Ball & Chain" is a debut album for the band in Japan,
and a best album .
TFCK-87568 (Flavour) 2,345yen
With lyrics and tranclations book and comment.
1. Ball & Chain 4:48
2. Lorraine 3:16
3. Checking The Damag 3:54
4. What You Do 3:01
5. Mr.Midnight 3:41
6. Arrow From My Heart 3:32
7. Believe It 2:50
8. Satisfied 3:11
9. Help Myself 3:02
10. No One 3:43
11. After This 3:52
12. You 3:52
13. Talk About Love 5:00
14. Draggin' Me Down 3:18
15. Let It Go 2:45
7.12.14 from the album A Little Faster 1993
3.5.9.11.13 from the album Miracle Time! 1994
1.2.4.6.8.10.15 from the album Bus Stop 1995
You know, Bus Stop are;
Evan Olson (vo.g)
Britt 'Snuzz' Uzzell(Vo.g)
Chuck Folds (b)
Eddie Walker (ds,cho)
and in this CD , guest,
Ben Folds (p) 1.5.13.
For Japanese, this release gives a big chance to
meet Bus Stop. But whether they like it or not, the words -
"Ben Folds's brother"- are used in evry article,
CD sleeve ,magazine and ad.
Anyway, it's a great cd (I like Arrow From My Heart,
No One,After This and Draggin' Me Down.) Why don't you
(Fivers in Japan) buy this CD?
Love,
Azusa Motohashi
P.S. I heard that next BF5's single comes in the middle
of Nov. here. It's " Brick".
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