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Old 07-16-2009, 03:41 PM
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Christine was in great form on this album. How those songs weren't radio hits is just mind boggling.

Welch hadn't quite hit his stride yet, but you could see that his songs were a step up from his Bare Trees tunes...Mystery To Me was definitely his strongest album.
I entirely agree. Remember Me has one of those melodies that stick in my head. It could be rearranged as a hit for any number of younger stars.

I love Welch's work on Penguin, particularly "Night Watch," which is such a dynamic tune. The lead guitar (not Green's echo fills, but the other one--Welch's? Weston's?) is incredible. And the block chord harmonies (which are definitely strengthened by Walker's presence) are thrilling to hear.

I only wish Penguin was a bit longer.
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