Holy Man (Hawkins - May - Taylor - Wilson Version) release
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Rick · Member since
I like it, but I do prefer the original. Less is more.
dudeofqueen · Member since
Rick, re:
>I like it, but I do prefer the original. Less is more.
Brian, being Brian, decided it had to have more guitar on it than was entirely necessary. I remember his Soapbox incredulity at the track not being on the Deluxe Edition - clearly, those compiling the set were able to see that indulging Maylor wouldn't do anything to further the legacy of Brian Wilson.
Wise men indeed.
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Dennis
Rick · Member since
[QUOTE] [b]dudeofqueen wrote:[/b]
Rick, re:
>I like it, but I do prefer the original. Less is more.
Brian, being Brian, decided it had to have more guitar on it than was entirely necessary. I remember his Soapbox incredulity at the track not being on the Deluxe Edition - clearly, those compiling the set were able to see that indulging Maylor wouldn't do anything to further the legacy of Brian Wilson.
Wise men indeed.[/QUOTE]
I agree, although the song was written by Dennis Wilson ;)
dudeofqueen · Member since
Rick, re:
>I agree, although the song was written by Dennis Wilson ;)
Of course. ;-)
Another Roger (re) · Member since
The new track is far superior the original in my opinion. Great work by our boys!
Rick · Member since
After hearing it multiple times, I'm starting to really appreciate this version. The background vocals are amazing and I think Dennis would approve. On the Pacific Ocean Blue album he experimented a lot with vocal harmonies. I love Brian's guitar work, although it sounds as a 'quickie'. Roger's drumming is solid, as always. I have always loved Hawkins' vocals on this track.
Vali · Member since
[QUOTE] [b]Rick wrote:[/b]
After hearing it multiple times, I'm starting to really appreciate this version. The background vocals are amazing and I think Dennis would approve. On the Pacific Ocean Blue album he experimented a lot with vocal harmonies. I love Brian's guitar work, although it sounds as a 'quickie'. Roger's drumming is solid, as always. I have always loved Hawkins' vocals on this track.[/QUOTE]
Same here. I LOVE the original version and after 1st listenings of this new take I thought that Brian had really gone too far. Too many vocal harmonies, guitar solo too long etc etc... but now I´m getting used to it and start to like it a lot.
I guess I will always prefer the first version a little bit more. So subtle, so peaceful, and there´s something in the main vocals mix that I prefer too.
But now that I really appreciate the new additions to the song, I´m glad I´ll be able to enjoy both takes anytime.