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6 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Page McConnell's new album is what you'd expect. The song writing is mediocre while the improvisation is strong. Most songs sound like they could have been penned during the Vida Blue era or the last five years of Phish. In other words, there is no 'Cars Trucks Buses' or even a 'Most Events Aren't Planned.' The album follows McConnell's usual style of rock with flavors of funk and psychedelia. The use of electronic drum beats may be the unexpected dynamic. The issue with "Page McConnell" is that it is a solo album by a great accompanying musician. There's nothing wrong with the disc, it's simply that there are no significant stand-outs. "Page McConnell" is an enjoyable listen that probably won't get heavy rotation.
3 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
I personally enjoy this album a lot. But do not listen to this album hoping to hear a authentic phish sound because you won't. It's a very "Page" sounding album. But as anyone who is probably buying this album knows, music by an artist like Page McConnell can't be appreciated at less in the live format. I personally own SIRIUS radio and caught his live performances on air. I am really psyched to catch him this summer. The highlight on the album for me is "Heavy Rotation". I recommend giving it a listen, it's worth it.
5 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
This CD showcases Page's talent, creativity and musicianship in a way that reminds me why I loved listening to him play in Phish so much.
The songs are tight while still conveying an improvisational, jammy feel that works well. Page's piano playing is the highlight for me. On some tracks, he adds synthesizer and other fun instruments (including "toy piano") for cool, sound-enhancing effects. The lyrics are decent enough: heartfelt without being (overly) cheesy. The instrumental, improvisational reunion jam, "Back in the Basement", is a great mid-album highlight.
Despite a solid effort, there are a few weak tracks here. The album fades towards the end and I get slightly tired of Page's voice for a full album (perhaps a duet or two would have been nice).
Overall, this is a worthwhile buy and a nice branch-out addition to my CD collection.
The songs are tight while still conveying an improvisational, jammy feel that works well. Page's piano playing is the highlight for me. On some tracks, he adds synthesizer and other fun instruments (including "toy piano") for cool, sound-enhancing effects. The lyrics are decent enough: heartfelt without being (overly) cheesy. The instrumental, improvisational reunion jam, "Back in the Basement", is a great mid-album highlight.
Despite a solid effort, there are a few weak tracks here. The album fades towards the end and I get slightly tired of Page's voice for a full album (perhaps a duet or two would have been nice).
Overall, this is a worthwhile buy and a nice branch-out addition to my CD collection.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Best solo former Phish effort
I think that this is the best album from the former Phish members. The songwriting is way better than most of Phish's stuff. The singing is better. The songs tighter. Read more
Published on August 14, 2008 by James D Kirk Jr
Chances are, you already know if you're going to like this
Chances are, you already know if you're going to like the debut solo CD by former Phish keyboardist Page McConnell. Read more
Published on December 14, 2007 by Tony Sclafani
Fantasticly Fantastical
Page's latest album is just a joy to listen to. Though a bit of a departure from his Phish days, there are still plenty of familiar riffs and licks from days gone by. Read more
Published on July 22, 2007 by A. Sargent
Will not be listening to this
I have been a huge Phish fan since 1992. I saw them 55 times, including many of the legendary shows. Read more
Published on May 20, 2007 by N. HALL
Better than ANY Phish album!!!
Page has blown my mind, man! This is easily worlds better than ANY Phish almbum. Page was the hidden backbone of Phish this entire time, it turns out.
Published on May 10, 2007 by Christina J. Murphy
Miles ahead of Trey and Mike's solo efforts
Rather than rushing shoddily constructed excuses for songs onto albums to support his heroin habit (cough trey aghhher cough) Page has devoted a good deal of time to producing a... Read more
Published on May 5, 2007 by A. Nieves
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