Joy Divisions career has often been shrouded by myths. But the truth is surprisingly simple: over a period of several months; Joy Division transformed themselves from run-of-the-mill punk wannabes into the creators of one of the most atmospheric; disturbing; and influential debut albums ever recorded. Chris Ott carefully picks apart fact from fiction to show how Unknown Pleasures came into being; and how it still resonates so strongly today.EXCERPTThe urgent; alien thwack of Stephen Morris processed snare drum as it bounced from the left to right channel was so arresting in 1979; one could have listened to that opening bar for hours trying to figure how on earth someone made such sounds. Like John Bonhams ludicrous; mansion-backed stomp at the start of "When The Levee Breaks"-only far less expensive-the crisp; trebly snare sound with which Martin Hannett would make his career announced Unknown Pleasures as a finessed; foreboding masterpiece. Peter Hooks compressed bass rides up front as "Disorder" comes together; but its not until the hugely reverbed; minor note guitar line crashes through that you can understand the need for such a muted; analog treatment to Hooks line. Layering a few tracks together to create a six-string shriek; Hannetts equalization cuts the brunt of Sumners fuller live sound down to an echoing squeal; revealing a desperation born of longing rather than rage. This is the way; step inside.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Joe Diorio-Intervallic ConceptBy jimmydI whole heartedly suggest this book--- I am a jazz guitarist who is very influenced by Pat Martino; Joe Diorio; and Steve Khan as well!The Intervallic Concept is one worth learning it will improve your playing and speaking on the guitar - the "modern" sound like the Twilight Zone sounding stuff very cool and very musical is Diorio-and he keeps the electric guitar in mind very well!!You need to listen to Diorio --He is a CLASS ACT!!!!!!Also it is not rocket science to get to some of these things even if you just incorporate it into your playing-- though you have to play it and practice it and speak with it -for all your music--and if you are a jazz player - you can do some very hip things using this book---He does give insights to some of his music hereThis book will open up the Intervallic Concept which is dynamite!Jimmyd0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. I loved this book when I still had itBy Astratto0219I loved this book when I still had it. I lost it at some point. I used the playing examples on electric bass; which led to some fun and insightful shifting choices. Gets you out of the comfort zone! Buy this book; and while youre at it; buy one for me as well!Pros: An excellent addition to your constantly evolving improvisational palleteCons: See above. I lost mine.Overall: I want another one but not buying it today.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. helpfulBy AnthonyI was never trained on arpeggios and theyre substitutions. This book has helped with that. The format is a little weird; as Im used to other authors. If youre looking for a book about arpeggios that isnt just a gig bag encyclopedia; this is it.
