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Apr 11, 2009
Calm and intimate
I first came to know of this album after listening to Dust. Somewhere on the web I read that aLive Just For Love was the album that made Dust possible and that’s what prompted me to buy it. From what I read, it seemed to me that the arrangements made in that album, with Mercan Dede, were only possible because of what happened in aLive Just For Love. For those who listened to Dust and loved it, this is definitely a must-have. For those who listened and did not like it, you will probably not like this one either. For those who have no idea of what I’m saying, I’ll try to explain myself.
All the songs presented here were stripped from their previous arrangements to a simpler way that makes you listen more carefully. With only three musicians on stage, this album presents us with some very beautiful moments. It seems to me that Peter Murphy’s voice has a deeper, lower pitch than usual, which sounds very smooth and intense. The electric violin, played by Hugh Marsh, is simply exquisite, both used in pizzicato and with the bow. As for the guitar, played by Peter DiStefano, I think it works as the “glue” bringing it all together. Because all the songs are stripped down to basics, there is room for some beautiful details that really stand out, like percussion on the guitar in My Last Two Weeks or an electric violin solo in Subway.
Considering that this is a live recording, the quality of the sound is very good. The worst thing about the recording, and unfortunately it’s obvious from the first song, is an over-excited fan that keeps screaming in a quite hysterical way, especially in the first song, which is sung a cappella. After this first song, her voice appears mostly in-between tracks, but it’s still quite annoying.
As for Disc 2, I suppose these are the encores. There is a special treat for the Bauhaus fans: David J joins the musicians on stage, singing three Bauhaus songs. The whole show finishes with a marriage proposal from an audience member, followed by a cover of Love Me Tender.
Essentially, this is not a typical Peter Murphy album; it’s quieter and much more intimate. There is no bass or drums; you can’t really dance to it. Although personally I think it’s a step up, I have to admit that not everyone will love it.
Nov 15, 2016
Very useful
1 of 1 found this helpful The orchestration is very clear, we can listen to all the instruments. The Lilac Fairy variation has a slower tempo than I would expect.
For ballerinas and ballet teachers, all the variations are on separate tracks, which is extremely useful.
Feb 19, 2020
A bit more orange than I would expect, otherwise very nice
1 of 1 found this helpful