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Summer is Killing Us
#76

I finally broke down and purchased both singles from Puretracks. I've had a copy of Vaccination Scar but I thought I might as well go all out and splurge the extra 99 cents. Too bad they only give you the option of .WMV format -- I guess I'll have to change that on my own time.

I really enjoy how the new single feels like a more 'wild' song I suppose than VS was. I can feel this song being a great one to pop into the car stereo for when the weather gets better (for us Manitobans). Looking forward to the rest!
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#77

direwolf74 Wrote:
Kim Wrote:
Stephen Dame Wrote:To me, it's a song trying to find itself, but not quite succeeding.

The pick up around the 2:00 mark should be the tempo and style of the whole song IMO... and the odd silent pauses are certainly different.

This one will take some getting used to, but it's a song that only a fan will love.

It's not radio friendly by any means (Which is good for us, bad for marketing) and I think was a poor choice for a single, let alone a major U.S. single.

Should be great live though, as Gord really pushes his voice... unfortunately, I don't think it'll be great any place else.

Agreed. I've given it at least ten listens and it's definitely different, and not in the best way (in my opinion). After falling head over heels in love with Vaccination Scar after the very first listen, this song is a bit of a let down.

I agree it's definitely not a radio-friendly tune by any means, but I wouldn't jump the gun and call it a letdown just yet. On first listen I was loving the production, but not liking the song. On my second and third listen I started paying attention to the song structure and the lyrics, and then by the 4th listen, the melody had suddenly sank it's teeth into me and I was finally hooked. I LOVE the weird pauses, especially the last one when Gord lets out a "wooo!"

Listen to it a few more times. It'll grow on ya! :music

Yes I agree. Referring to the song as a letdown was too harsh - I need to learn to be more patient. :oops:. Actually, the song has been stuck in my head all morning and I caught myself singing along to it in the shower so it's definitely growing on me.
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#78

Most people here needed to hear it 4 or 5 times to like the song but i immediately liked it...i think it has a "Phantom Power sound" to it, and indeed it does remind me of putting down. Anyway, i love it Big Grin
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#79

hmm, i'm a little concerned. i've not heard it, but "putting down" is one of the low moments in the hip's career. a real "paint by numbers" rock song and it is so not what they're about.

wish we could use puretacks in europe.
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#80

sadies Wrote:hmm, i'm a little concerned. i've not heard it, but "putting down" is one of the low moments in the hip's career. a real "paint by numbers" rock song and it is so not what they're about.

wish we could use puretacks in europe.

Yes.. I agree.. I know a few American Fans that have had the same difficulty with Purtracks.. and are wondering why, the two singles wouldn't be available internationally..

Before *Vaccination Scar* was released it was quoted as being reminiscent of *Little Bones*.. then I read in an interview with Rob Baker.. *In Between Evolution* is reminiscent of *Road Apples*

Does anyone hear this? I guess we will have to wait til June 29th when we can hear the whole album in it's entirety..

I am not musically inclined..Is it possible, Gord Downie may have used a different sort of microphone for the recording of both singles?
It's a thought.. :wink:

Cheers! 8)
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#81

After lots of help from lots of hipbasers, I finally got the new song around midnight. (Thanks to Jeffro, Mark, and Ron!) It's awesome. I loved it from first listen. I can see how it has a certain Phantom Power feel to it, but it no way would I call it a let down, or a low point. It certainly a little different than what the hip put out on IVL or even M@W, but it still sounds great! :music

-Jenna
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#82

I love the new single. Very reminiscent of Phantom Power which is great because it is up there with the best of Hip albums.
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#83

It didn't hit me as much as Vaccination Scar, but it's still a good Hip song. For the most part anything from this band is good and different from the regular junk on the air.
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#84

Here here.
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#85

its growing...
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#86

vicariousmartyr Wrote:its growing...

slowly, surely...
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#87

hey Im in the US and cant get to hear the single.. which im real upset about! stupid idea...
anyways, if someone would be so kind to get me the song, please IM me on AOL Instant messanger at Braves2121. thank you!
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#88

from the US i thank hipbase for the link on the front page. at least there you can link into the puretracks site for a snippet of the song.
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#89

thechubb Wrote:from the US i thank hipbase for the link on the front page. at least there you can link into the puretracks site for a snippet of the song.

That won't be happening....

I need 2 Kingston Tickets, please help.
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#90

mrlayance Wrote:
thechubb Wrote:from the US i thank hipbase for the link on the front page. at least there you can link into the puretracks site for a snippet of the song.

That won't be happening....

Huh Confusedcratch: The link to the PT site is on the Hipbase homepage....

I will not give up. My face is set,my gait is fast,my goal is heaven,my road is narrow,my way is rough,my companions are few,my guide is reliable,my mission is clear. I cannot be bought,compromised,detoured,lured away,turned back,diluted or delayed. I will not flinch in the face of sacrifice,hesitate in the presence of adversity,negotiate at the table of the enemy,ponder at the pool of popularity,or meander in the maze of mediocrity. I will not give up,shut up or slow down....Blessed Be!
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