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Rickenbacker · 11-30-2009, 03:15 PM

The Godlike Genius of Scott Walker

This is a recording of a song called "Montague Terrace (in Blue)," recorded by American singer Scott Walker for his 1967 solo debut album, the simply titled "Scott."

One might note the rich imagery Scott utilizes, or the unusual orchestral instrumentation. Perhaps most notable is Scott's resplendent baritone voice; flawless by any definition of the word. Indeed, "Montague Terrace" is a beautiful song. With a four-album catalog of fantastic pop music like this it is nearly impossible to believe that Scott Walker, born Noel Scott Engel, did not become a massively successful pop star; a legend still remembered today. Yet perhaps Scott's relative anonymity is due to his own reclusive nature. After Scott 4, his first record to feature only his own compositions failed to chart anywhere, he released a series of fairly uninspired albums largely composed of covers of other people's songs. While Scott the singer lived on with limited success, Scott the songwriter all but disappeared.

Then, in 1983, after nearly ten years without recording a solo record, Scott released the polarizing "Climate of Hunter," which featured original compositions and a dark sound that divided listeners and critics. It was to hint at incredible things to come for this enigmatic singer/songwriter.

Twelve years later, Scott Walker released the most haunting album ever made. Eleven years after that, his next release, titled the Drift, was even more so.

There's nothing else to be said about this man, simply because words can't describe his masterfully composed and meticulously recorded works of art which adorn his albums. The music speaks for itself.

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11-30-2009, 03:15 PM	#14 (permalink)
Rickenbacker / Join Date: May 2009 Location: The Conn Posts: 1,338	The Godlike Genius of Scott Walker This is a recording of a song called "Montague Terrace (in Blue)," recorded by American singer Scott Walker for his 1967 solo debut album, the simply titled "Scott." One might note the rich imagery Scott utilizes, or the unusual orchestral instrumentation. Perhaps most notable is Scott's resplendent baritone voice; flawless by any definition of the word. Indeed, "Montague Terrace" is a beautiful song. With a four-album catalog of fantastic pop music like this it is nearly impossible to believe that Scott Walker, born Noel Scott Engel, did not become a massively successful pop star; a legend still remembered today. Yet perhaps Scott's relative anonymity is due to his own reclusive nature. After Scott 4, his first record to feature only his own compositions failed to chart anywhere, he released a series of fairly uninspired albums largely composed of covers of other people's songs. While Scott the singer lived on with limited success, Scott the songwriter all but disappeared. Then, in 1983, after nearly ten years without recording a solo record, Scott released the polarizing "Climate of Hunter," which featured original compositions and a dark sound that divided listeners and critics. It was to hint at incredible things to come for this enigmatic singer/songwriter. Twelve years later, Scott Walker released the most haunting album ever made. Eleven years after that, his next release, titled the Drift, was even more so. There's nothing else to be said about this man, simply because words can't describe his masterfully composed and meticulously recorded works of art which adorn his albums. The music speaks for itself. Get Your Mind Blown __________________ last.fm rym Talk About the Passion - R.E.M.'s Discography Reviewed Last edited by Rickenbacker; 01-05-2010 at 12:50 AM.