Author Topic: The Official Flying Colors Thread (Read 389081 times)

Ben_Jamin · « **Reply #875 on:** March 31, 2012, 05:32:08 PM »

Quote from: kingshmegland on March 31, 2012, 05:29:04 PM

Why is everybody worried about a radio song? A band like Rush who is a staple in the music community only gets one song on the radio and then they disappear.

Radio is obsolete.

Also after 2 listens this album is great!!

Not here, they play Rush all the time.

King Postwhore · « **Reply #876 on:** March 31, 2012, 05:34:24 PM »

No. I'm talking about when they first release a single. Radio plays the crap out of the first release and then not another song.

antigoon · « **Reply #877 on:** March 31, 2012, 05:40:13 PM »

I'm not sure why it came up, Shmegs. It's good music, obviously that's all that matters.

Phoenix87x · « **Reply #878 on:** March 31, 2012, 05:58:18 PM »

I must say, for a 60 minute album, the time just flies by.

Which is fantastic cause it leaves me wanting more.

Ben_Jamin · « **Reply #879 on:** March 31, 2012, 07:02:57 PM »

Quote from: kingshmegland on March 31, 2012, 05:34:24 PM

No. I'm talking about when they first release a single. Radio plays the crap out of the first release and then not another song.

I get ya now. I haven't heard Far Cry or Driven, at all just the classics.

Lotion · « **Reply #880 on:** March 31, 2012, 08:00:45 PM »

there's just something about this chorus https://youtu.be/oxqnFJ3lp5k?t=47s that reminds me of forever in a daze... Probably cause I'm drunk, but it annoys me...

I'll probably wake up tomorrow, hearing that's there's no similarity.. but at this very moment I can't unhear it!

contest_sanity · « **Reply #881 on:** March 31, 2012, 08:21:38 PM »

Not that it would get play there, but "The Storm" (specifically the chorus) sounds a lot like something you'd hear on CCM (Contemporary Christian Music) radio. I think the only avenue really into anything like a video or whatever would be that Alpha Rev had some success their last album and a fairly popular video on Vh1 (I guess). Thought maybe they'd give this a chance since Casey was on it. But top 40 radio; do they even play rock music anymore? I have no idea b/c I don't listen to it.

BTW - I am really loving this album. So much goodness all around I'll have to spin it a few more times to even begin to rank the songs or anything like that.

Metro · « **Reply #882 on:** March 31, 2012, 09:10:45 PM »

Bought the Album yesterday and loving it

Except Coulda Woulda Shoulda.
They Coulda Woulda Shoulda left that song out...

Ben_Jamin · « **Reply #883 on:** March 31, 2012, 09:17:21 PM »

Shoulda Woulda Coulda is a good song, I enjoy it and its message of forgetting the past and moving on with your life.

ThatcrazyKISSfan · « **Reply #884 on:** March 31, 2012, 09:18:12 PM »

Quote from: Metropolaris on March 31, 2012, 09:10:45 PM

Bought the Album yesterday and loving it

Except Coulda Woulda Shoulda.
They Coulda Woulda Shoulda left that song out...

I don't get all the hate for that song, I'm digging that one.

Priest of Syrinx · « **Reply #885 on:** March 31, 2012, 09:58:00 PM »

Quote from: contest_sanity on March 31, 2012, 08:21:38 PM

Not that it would get play there, but "The Storm" (specifically the chorus) sounds a lot like something you'd hear on CCM (Contemporary Christian Music) radio. I think the only avenue really into anything like a video or whatever would be that Alpha Rev had some success their last album and a fairly popular video on Vh1 (I guess). Thought maybe they'd give this a chance since Casey was on it. But top 40 radio; do they even play rock music anymore? I have no idea b/c I don't listen to it.

BTW - I am really loving this album. So much goodness all around I'll have to spin it a few more times to even begin to rank the songs or anything like that.

I don't think you'll find much rock in Top 40 these days... but the largest radio station by me, WDHA, plays a mix of classic & contemporary rock and the station is as large as any of the NYC stations. I should probably try to get them to play FC...

Priest of Syrinx · « **Reply #886 on:** March 31, 2012, 09:59:02 PM »

Quote from: ThatcrazyKISSfan on March 31, 2012, 09:18:12 PM

Quote from: Metropolaris on March 31, 2012, 09:10:45 PM
Bought the Album yesterday and loving it

Except Coulda Woulda Shoulda.
They Coulda Woulda Shoulda left that song out...

I don't get all the hate for that song, I'm digging that one.

I think it's OK.

Nekov · « **Reply #887 on:** March 31, 2012, 11:10:16 PM »

The Storm should be the single. The chorus is very catchy and it's a great song overall.

KevShmev · « **Reply #888 on:** March 31, 2012, 11:27:49 PM »

Quote from: antigoon on March 31, 2012, 02:03:59 PM

I don't think any of the songs have radio potential.

I agree, but I was just saying, if any of them were gonna pushed by the band or record company, I am not convinced Kayla would be the best choice.

Quote from: Metropolaris on March 31, 2012, 09:10:45 PM

Except Coulda Woulda Shoulda.
They Coulda Woulda Shoulda left that song out...

Yeah, I am not sure what they were thinking when they included that song. It really stands out like a sore thumb. All Falls Down isn't that good either, but I can see the appeal of that a little bit, even if it isn't one I am overly keen on so far; Shoulda Coulda Woulda is just bad.

Fool in My Heart is also just okay. Portnoy's lead vocals aren't too awful, probably because many of then are almost of the talking vocal variety, but the song could have benefited greatly by letting Neal Morse or Casey McPherson sing it.

Pols Voice · « **Reply #889 on:** March 31, 2012, 11:31:24 PM »

I like Shoulda Coulda Woulda. It's cool to hear proggy dudes making a regular rock song just to show they can.

The King in Crimson · « **Reply #890 on:** March 31, 2012, 11:35:08 PM »

Quote from: KevShmev on March 31, 2012, 11:27:49 PM

Yeah, I am not sure what they were thinking when they included that song. It really stands out like a sore thumb. All Falls Down isn't that good either, but I can see the appeal of that a little bit, even if it isn't one I am overly keen on so far; Shoulda Coulda Woulda is just bad.

Fool in My Heart is also just okay. Portnoy's lead vocals aren't too awful, probably because many of then are almost of the talking vocal variety, but the song could have benefited greatly by letting Neal Morse or Casey McPherson sing it.

I like all of those songs. In fact, it's the slower, ballad-y type songs that just aren't clicking with me at all.

KevShmev · « **Reply #891 on:** March 31, 2012, 11:40:11 PM »

I will say this: Blue Ocean is a really, really good opener.

Scrub206 · « **Reply #892 on:** April 01, 2012, 12:41:11 AM »

after a few listens to the album my favorite tracks are (in no order)
Blue Ocean
Kayla
The Storm
Love is what im waiting for
Better than walking away
Fool in my Heart

... i think The Storm and Fool in my Heart take the top 2 spots tho. i just love them

The King in Crimson · « **Reply #893 on:** April 01, 2012, 01:14:54 PM »

Here's my ranking after a few listens:
Blue Ocean
Kayla
Infinite Fire
Forever In A Daze
Fool In My Heart
Everything Changes
Love Is What I'm Waiting For
Shoulda Coulda Woulda
The Storm
All Fall's Down
Better Than Walking Away

ariich · « **Reply #894 on:** April 01, 2012, 02:26:15 PM »

Quote from: KevShmev on March 31, 2012, 11:27:49 PM

Quote from: antigoon on March 31, 2012, 02:03:59 PM
I don't think any of the songs have radio potential.

I agree, but I was just saying, if any of them were gonna pushed by the band or record company, I am not convinced Kayla would be the best choice.

Quote from: Metropolaris on March 31, 2012, 09:10:45 PM
Except Coulda Woulda Shoulda.
They Coulda Woulda Shoulda left that song out...

Yeah, I am not sure what they were thinking when they included that song. It really stands out like a sore thumb. All Falls Down isn't that good either, but I can see the appeal of that a little bit, even if it isn't one I am overly keen on so far; Shoulda Coulda Woulda is just bad.

Fool in My Heart is also just okay. Portnoy's lead vocals aren't too awful, probably because many of then are almost of the talking vocal variety, but the song could have benefited greatly by letting Neal Morse or Casey McPherson sing it.

I'm actually really surprised for the dislike of Coulda Woulda Shoulda, it's one of my favourites on the album.

So yeah I'm definitely glad they didn't leave it off.

Nekov · « **Reply #895 on:** April 01, 2012, 02:38:58 PM »

Well, your taste in music sucks Rich

. Also, I sent you a PM

Ben_Jamin · « **Reply #896 on:** April 01, 2012, 07:48:07 PM »

This is my ranking so far

All Falls Down
Blue Ocean
Forever In A Daze
Kayla
Shoulda Coulda Woulda
Infinte Fire
The Storm
Everything Changes
Love Is What I'm Waiting For
Better Than Walking Away
Fool In My Heart

KevShmev · « **Reply #897 on:** April 01, 2012, 11:24:15 PM »

I am taking it as a good sign that the solo section from Love Is What I'm Waiting For was stuck in my head all evening when I was out. The solo is sweet as hell and so is the simplicity of the other instruments. Definitely very Beatles-esque.

ariich · « **Reply #898 on:** April 02, 2012, 12:42:04 AM »

Quote from: Nekov on April 01, 2012, 02:38:58 PM

Well, your taste in music sucks Rich . Also, I sent you a PM

So you did!

YtseJamittaja · « **Reply #899 on:** April 02, 2012, 06:18:11 AM »

Quote from: The King in Crimson on April 01, 2012, 01:14:54 PM

Here's my ranking after a few listens:
Blue Ocean
Kayla
Infinite Fire
Forever In A Daze
Fool In My Heart
Everything Changes
Love Is What I'm Waiting For
Shoulda Coulda Woulda
The Storm
All Fall's Down
Better Than Walking Away

Drop Blue Ocean and Infinite Fire a little bit lower and that's my ranking as well.

Ben_Jamin · « **Reply #900 on:** April 02, 2012, 07:42:44 AM »

I just love the rhythm and style of All Falls Down. Its a really catchy song

skydivingninja · « **Reply #901 on:** April 02, 2012, 07:52:26 AM »

The Storm
Kayla
Better Than Walking Away
Forever in a Daze
Blue Ocean
Infinite Fire
Everything Changes
---quality gap---
Love is What I'm Waiting For
---quality gap---
Fool in My Heart
All Falls Down
Shoulda Coulda Woulda

Rankings

The Letter M · « **Reply #902 on:** April 02, 2012, 08:00:47 AM »

Quote from: skydivingninja on April 02, 2012, 07:52:26 AM

The Storm
Kayla
Better Than Walking Away
Forever in a Daze
Blue Ocean
Infinite Fire
Everything Changes
---quality gap---
Love is What I'm Waiting For
---quality gap---
Fool in My Heart
All Falls Down
Shoulda Coulda Woulda

Rankings

It seems, around most boards and reviews, that those bottom three are at the bottom of many people's rankings, while the top seven you've listed all vie for top 3 spots. Here's how I would rank them now:

Blue Ocean
Infinite Fire
Everything Changes

Kayla
The Storm
Better Than Walking Away

Forever In A Daze
Love Is What I'm Waiting For
All Falls Down

Shoulda Coulda Woulda
Fool In My Heart

Also, out of curiosities' sake, has anyone listened to the vinyl version yet, and made any comparisons to the CD?

-Marc.

kirksnosehair · « **Reply #903 on:** April 02, 2012, 11:56:09 AM »

I've had the album for a few days now and have listened 4 or 5 times from start to finish. I guess I kind of like it, but I definitely don't love it. I am not a fan of the falsetto vocal stylings Casey McPherson and that may be my biggest gripe with the album. Stylistically it's a little bit too schizophrenic for me as well, but I get that they were trying to appeal to a wide audience. Also, I don't know whose idea it was to not use a de-essing filter on the track one lead vocals, but a good really song is rendered almost unlistenable because of it.

"Blue Ocean" and "The Storm" are my favorite tracks, I don't really like too much else, I'm afraid. It's not bad, it's just not really my cup of tea, I guess.

KevShmev · « **Reply #904 on:** April 02, 2012, 11:56:23 AM »

Quote from: Ben_Jamin on April 02, 2012, 07:42:44 AM

I just love the rhythm and style of All Falls Down. Its a really catchy song

That one is starting to grow on me a bit, but I still like 8 of the songs a lot better. I can't imagine putting them in order of personal preference this early on, though.

ColdFireYYZ · « **Reply #905 on:** April 02, 2012, 03:13:06 PM »

Infinite Fire has really grown on me. I liked it from the beginning but it gets better every time I listen to it.

snapple · « **Reply #906 on:** April 02, 2012, 05:52:17 PM »

Quote from: kirksnosehair on April 02, 2012, 11:56:09 AM

Stylistically it's a little bit too schizophrenic for me as well

Barry! Not you, too....

Multiple personality disorder*

Priest of Syrinx · « **Reply #907 on:** April 02, 2012, 08:29:18 PM »

Quote from: kirksnosehair on April 02, 2012, 11:56:09 AM

Stylistically it's a little bit too schizophrenic for me as well, but I get that they were trying to appeal to a wide audience.

I like that facet of the album, it reminds me of my old mix tapes.

Quote from: ColdFireYYZ on April 02, 2012, 03:13:06 PM

Infinite Fire has really grown on me. I liked it from the beginning but it gets better every time I listen to it.

My favorite FC song.

yeshaberto · « **Reply #908 on:** April 02, 2012, 08:42:23 PM »

letting my wife hear it for first time....
she likes it!

ytserush · « **Reply #909 on:** April 02, 2012, 08:44:09 PM »

I've had this a week now (I was lucky enough to get it signed) but I've only listened to it three times.

Early on, I'd say there are parts that blow me away, other parts that I know will grow on me.

Not really a fan of Casey's vocals on the album. Although that clip Portnoy posted impressed me quite a bit.

LaRue and Steve Morse are the stars for me so far on this album, but I guess that's kind of obvious.

I don't seem to rank Kayla as high as many seem to here either and the production/mix isn't making me very happy either.

My experience tells me that this is a grower on so many levels and I'm going to enjoy it all as it unfolds before me.

That said, I know this band is going to kick my ass live. We'd be lucky to get more than a week of dates in the States though. Fortunately, I'm fairly certain I'll get to a gig or two.

News: Paralyzed official video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C7m7l8iqGAk

Author Topic: The Official Flying Colors Thread (Read 389081 times)