ARTiST: Michael Carpenter
ALBUM: Redemption #39
BiTRATE: 224kbps avg
QUALiTY: EAC Secure Mode / LAME 3.97 Final / -V2 --vbr-new / 44.100Khz
LABEL: Big Radio
GENRE: Rock
SiZE: 69.41 megs
PLAYTiME: 0h 40min 54sec total
RiP DATE: 2009-07-03
STORE DATE: 2009-06-03
Track List:
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01. Can't Go Back 3:07
02. Redemption #39 4:55
03. Workin' for a Livin' 2:50
04. I'm Not Done With You 3:35
05. The King of the Scene 2:41
06. Don't Let Me Down Again 3:29
07. Middle of Nowhere 4:01
08. I Want Everything 4:22
09. Falling Down 3:45
10. Sinking 4:32
11. 'Til the End of Time 3:37
Release Notes:
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Now, many of you know I am a fan of Michael Carpenter. So I am biased, one could
argue. I truly think Carpenter is one of the most overlooked talents in
so-called `power pop` genre. His legacy, still building, is one that will be
recognized more appropriately years down the line. Not only is he a crazy good
multi-instrumentalist, but he is an accomplished, well-respected producer
recognized in Australia as being a ` go to` guy to get a project done, done
well, on budget, on time. He`s, also, a naturally gifted songwriter who
instinctively knows what makes a song work and continually evolves his craft
with each project he engages himself inside of.
The latest evolutionary step for Carpenter is "Redepmption #39", for me his most
consistent, most accomplished project yet. Yes, I have said this before with
earlier projects but my proclamation is not hyperbole because I maintain and
have documented I believe he`s an artist in a continual process of
self-improvement. "Redemption #39" is Carpenter`s 8th solo release. It shows
Carpenter back in `one man band` mode, with him writing, performing and
producing almost all the new album. The album showcases an uncompromising,
stylised sonic palette that reflects the album`s starker themes and content.
The album was recorded between 2006 and 2008 at Carpenter`s "Love Hz Studios" in
Sydney, Australia. While it has the familiar colours of powerpop and alt.country
his fans have come to expect from his solo output, this material comes from a
more distinct creative place. It reflects a time where Carpenter was observing
an `emptiness`, not only in elements of his own personal and creative life, but
in the lives of many around him. These themes manifest themselves in a much
darker and assertive style of production, where raw tones, concise layering and
some unpredictable elements combine with Carpenter`s assured lead vocals and his
most ambitious backing vocal layering to date.