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Band: Fish Album: Communion Reviewer: Nick
Fish’s newest live offering, Communion, was recorded in August 2006 and features
19 tracks performed acoustically. The sound is warm, natural, and very good for
a live recording. Since the set comprises of mainly Fish solo songs, I will say
that if you like Fish’s solo career, you will enjoy this live set, however if
you don’t you will probably find nothing special in here. As with a typical
acoustic set many songs sound new, interesting, or more beautiful. However there
are tracks that come up that make you wish Fish had stuck with the studio
versions of the songs. The only two Marillion songs played seem to document this
effect perfectly. “Slainthe Mhath” sees the addition of flute and a more
distinct acoustic lead, and the entire song sounds like something just written,
coming across fantastically. On the other hand I can’t help but wish I was
listening to Script for a Jester’s Tear during “Chelsea Monday”. There are new
dynamics added to the song, but something just doesn’t feel right, and the song
tends to drag a bit. At the end of the day it is a good live performance that
accurately reflects Fish’s career as a solo artist. Fans of softer music who
want to get a good introduction to Fish, or long time fans who want something
out of the ordinary to pick up should check this set out. |
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