On the last night of the Porcupine Tree tour, Fripp launches into a set of entrancing soundscapes that dazzle and beguile.[endtease] Singer with No-Man and Centrozoon, Tim Bowness, was at the gig. “The last third of his set, which featured a more pronounced guitar solo voice over looped orchestral textures and constantly shifting melodic rhythm patterns provided a potent ending and my favourite section of the show.”
From Robert’s diary 11 12 2005
The Soundscapes set: a full venue, standing, smoky, flashes, several helpful comments to urge along the Soundscaper (ie to hasten his demise). Also, some good ears. Overall, an unsettled audience that challenged the player to remain focused. There were some musical developments, although it was difficult to feel an overall sense of the performance because so few people heard what was going on; and their lack of connection prejudiced my own. But, I trust the process, and persist.
On the last night of the Porcupine Tree tour, Fripp launches into a set of entrancing soundscapes that dazzle and beguile.[endtease] Singer with No-Man and Centrozoon, Tim Bowness, was at the gig. “The last third of his set, which featured a more pronounced guitar solo voice over looped orchestral textures and constantly shifting melodic rhythm pa...
The set of "live" works played as part of a Porcupine Tree’s 2005 tour gig, seem like, what I could easily re-baptize as "A Young Person’s Guide to Robert Fripp’s Soundscapes" in accordance to his manners. I am obviously guessing, but as a performance it actually covers the "whole" trip of his "Soundscape" biography. I find in this performance (most of his "Soundscape" projects are recorded in live venues) the disection of his best achievements, compressed into direct and out in the open d...
The set of "live" works played as part of a Porcupine Tree’s 2005 tour gig, seem like, what I could easily re-baptize as "A Young Person’s Guide to Robert Fripp’s Soundscapes" in accordance to his manners. I am obviously guessing, but as a performance it actually covers the "whole" trip of his "Soundscape" biography. I find in this performance (most of his "Soundscape" projects are recorded in live venues) the disection of his best achievements, compressed into direct and out in the open display of his best treasured findings, as if presenting his "Jewels" to a mostly eager to rock audience, than time to listen to this guy that dresses like an accountant. Maybe Mr, Fripp thought PT’s audience will be as cultured as the band but he of course, was proven wrong. Here are his published comments about the experience "There were some musical developments, although it was difficult to feel an overall sense of the performance because so few people heard what was going on; and their lack of connection prejudiced my own. But, I trust the process, and persist ". And yes persisted and achieved to us "few" who actually appreciate his work then and now, outside the Crimson... "Como darle perlas a los puercos" goes the saying here in Mexico. The translation may sound offensive but true "Like giving pearls to the pigs" without offending the pigs of course. An amazing display in a quiet short timed "live" performance, of a self created musical language, refined by a self-impossed quest of creation, covering up in a less than 40 minutes, years of exploration, performed against all odds of reception, and be such an artist to sound like this. WOW! ****4.5 "nothing comes close to Fripp but Fripp himself", PA stars. DGM live sells this downloadable masterpiece, there is no excuse to miss it at all. Climb the ladder!
Written by Robert Moran
Highly Recommended
As this was recorded on my 45th birthday, I must admit a bias... but it certainly is a great addition to any Frippertronic/Soundscapes collection. A must-have when flying over the Nevada desert- get a window seat and a good player, and this album will be a boost to your soul- it certainly was for me. Mr. Fripp plays the music I wish I could. Thanks for so many years of good listening! Thanks for a nice commemorative set for a turning point in my life!
Written by Piotr Grzelec
Still progressing
Hello, First I would like to congratulate DGM Life team amazing website. I have just successfully downloaded Robert Fripp’s soundscapes set from Junction, Cambridge and here I would like to send you some of my reflections upon this extraordinary music. I think that in terms of mood and sound this set of soundscapes is very close to the “November Suite” album although there are some considerable changes in sound w...
Hello, First I would like to congratulate DGM Life team amazing website. I have just successfully downloaded Robert Fripp’s soundscapes set from Junction, Cambridge and here I would like to send you some of my reflections upon this extraordinary music. I think that in terms of mood and sound this set of soundscapes is very close to the “November Suite” album although there are some considerable changes in sound which – except for bells and piano effects – became more dark and mellotron oriented, especially in final improvisation, “At the end of time”. This probably is the credit of Solar Voyager II and there lies one of the burning questions which I would kindly send to Robert. There is clear distinction between soundscapes from “Radiophonics”, “November Suite” and latest music from World Financial Centre and Junction. Do you have in mind a certain vision in which direction sound will flow or each progress in soundscapes - a new ring for example - is a matter of an accident, an experiment with recent technologies? Best wishes, Piotr (Poland)
Written by Louie Bourland
Shimmering!!!
Robert Fripp’s final performance on the Porcupine Tree Tour is a spectacular one. While the performance itself only runs for 35-minutes, there is plenty of excitement here to digest.First of all, this performance finds Fripp taking his Soundscapes into a new realm with many new sounds and textures not heard in his previous Soundscape work. The two extended pieces "Time Stands Still" and "At The End of Time" find him building up cinematic layers of sound in which he eventually begins to provide...
Robert Fripp’s final performance on the Porcupine Tree Tour is a spectacular one. While the performance itself only runs for 35-minutes, there is plenty of excitement here to digest.First of all, this performance finds Fripp taking his Soundscapes into a new realm with many new sounds and textures not heard in his previous Soundscape work. The two extended pieces "Time Stands Still" and "At The End of Time" find him building up cinematic layers of sound in which he eventually begins to provide fluid sustained guitar leads over the top. This is very much in the same vein as his recent collaboration with Brian Eno, "The Equatorial Stars". The other main piece "Queer Jazz: Minor" also shows off new sounds with its repeated minimalist chords and haunting lead lines which alternate between the sound of a piano and the natural electric lead guitar.With this said, the Junction download is definitely a must. This is Robert Fripp moving forward with his Soundscape developments and to be honest, it leaves one wondering excitedley what he is going to do next.An essential performance!!!
