The least expected thing on these Yahoo fora is a flame war, as I
have always found these to be less populated, much more civilized
sites of "exchange of enthusiasm", if you will. I guess there will
always be an occasional individual willing to break the norm, and
profess antagonism for unclear reasons.
The space music in question here is a very interesting medley of
sound washes, many just sustained single notes that are constantly
evolving, and are wonderful as background ambience for different
relaxing situations. I actually own all three, and have loved
Telomere's music for years. It is certainly not the kind of music
that one is in the mood for at all times. Many of those who
appreciate this stuff (meself included) also have a taste for more
complex, rhythmic/melodic music. I sometimes crave loud Mahavishnu
Orchestra (and will play it, too) or Miles Davis; other times I want
The Smiths in my CD player. Telomere is very relaxing, and I have the
added pleasure of picturing a beautiful Serge system churning away,
making those beautiful sounds.
NOT YAWN BUT YUM.
I find the harsh criticism posed by Lars rather off-putting. We can
always comment on the (perceived) limitations or virtues of certain
types of music in a more positive/constructive way, rather than using
such pedantic and inflammatory terms. The statement that Lars "gave
up on this a long time ago" seems to convey that he has outgrown or
evolved from an inferior (?) state of musical appreciation, and that
those of us who do like this stuff are overdue for this process of
evolution. I have seen this annoying attitude in my children and
their friends (teenagers), as well as some episodes of Southpark
("C'mon, Kyle, that is SOOOO last week...!!!").
Lars: That must be great music you listen to. I am glad you enjoy it.
But please don't be so hard on Chris MacDonald's music (or our love
for it).
Let's keep this place friendly and constructive, guys.
Adios..
JDiaz