QOTSA....Like Clockwork

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  • JK_Livin
    JK_Livin South Jersey Posts: 7,365
    PJ_Soul wrote:
    After some ridiculous moments of thinking there was something wrong with my turntable I realized that this is a 12" 45rpm album.... I didn't even know that existed. Why did they do that?? Only hearing the first song on vinyl right now, but it sounds a tad off... Although it could be my mind playing tricks after hearing it at 33, I don't know. :? But I'm also noticing that it's lacking richness at a usual volume... Have to crank it WAY up for it to sound more full, and even then it kind of has a tinny sound to it. Anyone else feel that the sound on the vinyl is questionable, or did I get a dud? The mp3 sounds better than the wax for me. :(

    I haven't listened to my vinyl yet but I'm curious if you got the standard or deluxe vinyl?
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  • White Discussion
    White Discussion Melissa Texas Posts: 2,818
    My vinyl with the red cover sounds great at 45 rpm 8-)

    JK_Livin wrote:
    PJ_Soul wrote:
    After some ridiculous moments of thinking there was something wrong with my turntable I realized that this is a 12" 45rpm album.... I didn't even know that existed. Why did they do that?? Only hearing the first song on vinyl right now, but it sounds a tad off... Although it could be my mind playing tricks after hearing it at 33, I don't know. :? But I'm also noticing that it's lacking richness at a usual volume... Have to crank it WAY up for it to sound more full, and even then it kind of has a tinny sound to it. Anyone else feel that the sound on the vinyl is questionable, or did I get a dud? The mp3 sounds better than the wax for me. :(

    I haven't listened to my vinyl yet but I'm curious if you got the standard or deluxe vinyl?
  • Leezestarr313
    Leezestarr313 Temple of the cat Posts: 14,444
    White Discussion wrote:
    My vinyl with the red cover sounds great at 45 rpm 8-)

    JK_Livin wrote:

    I haven't listened to my vinyl yet but I'm curious if you got the standard or deluxe vinyl?

    Mine too, but I also first played it at 33 and only noticed when Josh started singing :lol: Doesn't sound flat or tinny to me at all. I have the deluxe version... I would like to know too why they decided to do it for 45. Is it just a fancy thing or does it improve the sound or...? Anyway, this is going to get a good spin today.
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  • DewieCox
    DewieCox Posts: 11,432
    45rpm sounds better.
  • Drop1The0Leash
    Drop1The0Leash Posts: 954
    CTD10 wrote:
    After a week of spinning this album I can honestly say ...like clockwork is one of my favorite albums from the last 10 years.

    I fully support this statement :thumbup: Can't think of an album within the last 10 years that would be better than this. I really hope these guys add some northeast tour dates (Boston, NYC, Philly). I need to see them in support of this album a few more times.
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  • PJ_Soul
    PJ_Soul Vancouver, BC Posts: 50,713
    JK_Livin wrote:
    PJ_Soul wrote:
    After some ridiculous moments of thinking there was something wrong with my turntable I realized that this is a 12" 45rpm album.... I didn't even know that existed. Why did they do that?? Only hearing the first song on vinyl right now, but it sounds a tad off... Although it could be my mind playing tricks after hearing it at 33, I don't know. :? But I'm also noticing that it's lacking richness at a usual volume... Have to crank it WAY up for it to sound more full, and even then it kind of has a tinny sound to it. Anyone else feel that the sound on the vinyl is questionable, or did I get a dud? The mp3 sounds better than the wax for me. :(

    I haven't listened to my vinyl yet but I'm curious if you got the standard or deluxe vinyl?
    I just got the standard.
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  • Heisenberg
    Heisenberg Los Pollos Hermanos Posts: 4,958
    PJ_Soul wrote:
    JK_Livin wrote:
    PJ_Soul wrote:
    After some ridiculous moments of thinking there was something wrong with my turntable I realized that this is a 12" 45rpm album.... I didn't even know that existed. Why did they do that?? Only hearing the first song on vinyl right now, but it sounds a tad off... Although it could be my mind playing tricks after hearing it at 33, I don't know. :? But I'm also noticing that it's lacking richness at a usual volume... Have to crank it WAY up for it to sound more full, and even then it kind of has a tinny sound to it. Anyone else feel that the sound on the vinyl is questionable, or did I get a dud? The mp3 sounds better than the wax for me. :(

    I haven't listened to my vinyl yet but I'm curious if you got the standard or deluxe vinyl?
    I just got the standard.

    The 180 gram sounds pretty good. Unfortunately alot of "standard" vinyl nowadays is cheaply made and sounds terrible
  • lephty
    lephty Posts: 770
    CTD10 wrote:
    After a week of spinning this album I can honestly say ...like clockwork is one of my favorite albums from the last 10 years. When I seen Qotsa live for the first time back in 2007 they became my number 2 band behind PJ and this album just proves they deserve to be there.

    agreed! this album is incredible. not that i pay attention to award shows but if this album does not get at least nominated for rock album of the year then i don't know what would. i can't stop listening to it
  • peacefrompaul
    peacefrompaul Posts: 25,293
    lephty wrote:
    CTD10 wrote:
    After a week of spinning this album I can honestly say ...like clockwork is one of my favorite albums from the last 10 years. When I seen Qotsa live for the first time back in 2007 they became my number 2 band behind PJ and this album just proves they deserve to be there.

    agreed! this album is incredible. not that i pay attention to award shows but if this album does not get at least nominated for rock album of the year then i don't know what would. i can't stop listening to it

    Agreed... it's a fantastic album. As much as I don't care about grammy's, this album deserves at LEAST one.
  • CTD10
    CTD10 Posts: 351
    peacefrompaul wrote:
    lephty wrote:
    CTD10 wrote:
    After a week of spinning this album I can honestly say ...like clockwork is one of my favorite albums from the last 10 years. When I seen Qotsa live for the first time back in 2007 they became my number 2 band behind PJ and this album just proves they deserve to be there.

    agreed! this album is incredible. not that i pay attention to award shows but if this album does not get at least nominated for rock album of the year then i don't know what would. i can't stop listening to it

    Agreed... it's a fantastic album. As much as I don't care about grammy's, this album deserves at LEAST one.

    100% deserves a grammy.
    ctd
  • pjfaninindiana
    pjfaninindiana Northeast Indiana Posts: 311
    PJ_Soul wrote:
    After some ridiculous moments of thinking there was something wrong with my turntable I realized that this is a 12" 45rpm album.... I didn't even know that existed. Why did they do that?? Only hearing the first song on vinyl right now, but it sounds a tad off... Although it could be my mind playing tricks after hearing it at 33, I don't know. :? But I'm also noticing that it's lacking richness at a usual volume... Have to crank it WAY up for it to sound more full, and even then it kind of has a tinny sound to it. Anyone else feel that the sound on the vinyl is questionable, or did I get a dud? The mp3 sounds better than the wax for me. :(


    There are actually quite a few of vinyl releases that are done that way. The last Foo Fighters and Primus records are that way for example. Not sure why that is, but those two albums I mentioned sound great! Haven't heard the new Queens yet on vinyl.
  • pjl44
    pjl44 Posts: 10,553
    PJ_Soul wrote:
    After some ridiculous moments of thinking there was something wrong with my turntable I realized that this is a 12" 45rpm album.... I didn't even know that existed. Why did they do that?? Only hearing the first song on vinyl right now, but it sounds a tad off... Although it could be my mind playing tricks after hearing it at 33, I don't know. :? But I'm also noticing that it's lacking richness at a usual volume... Have to crank it WAY up for it to sound more full, and even then it kind of has a tinny sound to it. Anyone else feel that the sound on the vinyl is questionable, or did I get a dud? The mp3 sounds better than the wax for me. :(

    Haven't picked this up, but Minus The Bear's Planet of Ice is a 12" at 45rpm and it sounds fantastic.
  • rearviewross
    rearviewross Posts: 3,055
    peacefrompaul wrote:
    lephty wrote:
    CTD10 wrote:
    After a week of spinning this album I can honestly say ...like clockwork is one of my favorite albums from the last 10 years. When I seen Qotsa live for the first time back in 2007 they became my number 2 band behind PJ and this album just proves they deserve to be there.

    agreed! this album is incredible. not that i pay attention to award shows but if this album does not get at least nominated for rock album of the year then i don't know what would. i can't stop listening to it

    Agreed... it's a fantastic album. As much as I don't care about grammy's, this album deserves at LEAST one.

    Yeah, it is amazing. I just got new neighbors today. They have Michigan plates(Yuppers) and they were cranking country earlier today. Dude was wearing a blue camo shirt, no shit. I cranked this album with all windows and doors open just to let them know what was up in my neighborhood. :lol:
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  • PJ_Soul
    PJ_Soul Vancouver, BC Posts: 50,713
    CTD10 wrote:
    peacefrompaul wrote:
    lephty wrote:

    agreed! this album is incredible. not that i pay attention to award shows but if this album does not get at least nominated for rock album of the year then i don't know what would. i can't stop listening to it

    Agreed... it's a fantastic album. As much as I don't care about grammy's, this album deserves at LEAST one.

    100% deserves a grammy.
    Itreally is amazing. It will easily make my top 5 for album of the year. I never loved QOTSA before - they've gained a new fan with this one (and many more, I'm sure).
    With all its sham, drudgery, and broken dreams, it is still a beautiful world. Be careful. Strive to be happy. ~ Desiderata
  • rearviewross
    rearviewross Posts: 3,055
    The dynamics on this album are amazing. Qotsa have always had that kind of mix it up feel, if that makes sense. But this album takes it to a new level. Plus the video is insane.
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  • shortstack
    shortstack Posts: 2,339
    probably old news...

    http://www.contactmusic.com/news/josh-h ... ar_3705684

    glad to see he still has his quick sense of humor
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  • Leezestarr313
    Leezestarr313 Temple of the cat Posts: 14,444
    shortstack wrote:
    probably old news...

    http://www.contactmusic.com/news/josh-h ... ar_3705684

    glad to see he still has his quick sense of humor

    Hot mess 8-)
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  • JK_Livin
    JK_Livin South Jersey Posts: 7,365
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  • samjam
    samjam New York Posts: 9,283
    This was a good read. http://www.spin.com/articles/queens-of-the-stone-age-josh-homme-like-clockwork-interview-2013/
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  • eeriepadave
    eeriepadave West Chester, PA Posts: 43,277
    I wonder if Dead End Friends (TCV) and Fairweather Friends are "connected"?

    this album should make my top 10 by the end of the year :thumbup:
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