[kj] HOSANNAS production

[Alex Smith]

I wouldn't call this album a masterpiece, no. But, then, we all have different standards with this band. As far as I'm concerned, their finest hour remains NIGHTTIME. So factor that into my review, if ya like.

Alex in NYC



-----Original Message-----
>From: Robert Mallett <Robert at jrcardwell.fsnet.co.uk>
>Sent: Mar 30, 2006 8:10 AM
>To: "A list about all things Killing Joke (the band!)" <gathering at misera.net>
>Subject: Re: [kj] HOSANNAS production 
>
>Really quick -- despite all my misgivings about Jaz's throttled vocal
>chords, arguably sub-par songwriting and the lack of sonic cohesion ,
>the sound on the proper album IS INDEED better than as showcased on
>the leaked mp3s..... I found it most noticeable on "Implosion," which
>in contrast sound VAST and expansive, compared to the muddled
>claustrophobia of the mix we've heard so far.
>
>Curious to hear what others think.
>
>
>So, in a nutshell, is it the masterpiece I think it could be, or did you 
>feel it was a disappointment? We still have a few days to wait....
>
>bob 
>
>
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