I cannot believe we didn't have one.
Probably crashed with the other threads.. lulz.
Anyway, I watched Effloresce DVD (from Feed to Feed boxset) and oh was it a good experience! I can't believe how good Oceansize are live; I mean I watched Frames DVD (not the Feed to Feed boxset one), and yes it was awesome, but all in all it was not like a show or something. And now watching one of my favourite albums being played from start to end, oh my, what a lovely experience!
I'm sooooooooo waiting for their new full length album.
EP was cool, but I want MOAR
You shouldn't have missed that concert, man. A couple weeks ago I went to their gig, and it was AWESOME DUDE. And I'm not just saying that because I was stoned out of my mind. They played 3 songs from the upcoming album, which sounded exquisitely. One of my most anticipated albums of 2010.
I know. I feel shitty.
Though I'd never get the money to get there.
It's like a 15 hour drive, a shitload of money on everything..
Man, sucks :(
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Check out Karnivool and Amplifier as well, if you like Oceansize. Same sort of intelligent rock stuff.
just not as good.
mastertape for the new album?
I'm curious to hear something new.
it's from their twitter. so it seems the album is complete.
http://superballmusic.com/newsdetailed.aspx?IdNews=8920&IdCompany=4 (http://superballmusic.com/newsdetailed.aspx?IdNews=8920&IdCompany=4)
excellent news
stoked
http://www.mediafire.com/?kjn5gqnup03j5u9 (http://www.mediafire.com/?kjn5gqnup03j5u9)
Oceansize - Superimposer
sounds lovely :)
awesome
nice to hear some new stuff. I like it.
thank you!!!
There's not US release date listed on their official site now. WTF?
so wait, its not coming out sept 14 now?
The new album is amazing
the new single is amazing
you guys will be blown away
sept 14th
PLEASE SUPPORT the band!
http://www.superballmusic.com/specials/oceansize/ (http://www.superballmusic.com/specials/oceansize/)
Lots of headlining, as well as a couple shows with Porcupine Tree.
SEPTEMBER 2010
18th__Newcastle O2 Academy 2
19th__Glasgow Oran Mor
20th__Aberdeen Cafe Drummonds
21st__York Fibbers
23rd__Leeds Cockpit
24th__Liverpool O2 Academy 2
25th__Cambridge Aru
26th__Nottingham Rescue Rooms
28th__Birmingham O2 Academy 2
29th__Cardiff Millenium Music Hall
30th__Stoke Sugarmill
OCTOBER 2010
1st__London KOKO
2nd__Oxford Academy 2
5th__DEU_Halle Steintor Variete_w/Porcupine Tree
6th__DEU_Berlin Admiralspalast_w/PT
7th__DEU_Bochum RuhrCongress_w/PT
8th__DEU_Karlsruhe Johannes Brahms Saal_w/PT
9th__NLD_Dordrecht Poppodium Bibelot
10th_NLD_Nijmegan Doornroosje
11th_NLD_Amsterdam Melkweg Oude Zeel
13th_DEU_Cologne Gebaude 9
14th_DEU_Hamburg Logo
15th_DNK_Copenhagen Beta
16th_NOR_Oslo Garage_w/Blank Dogs
17th_SWE_Stockholm O'Baren
19th_FIN_Helsinki Kuudes Linja
20th_FIN_Tampere Lost In Music
23rd_POL_Warsaw Hydrozagadka
24th_CZE_Prague Lucerna Music Hall
25th_DEU_Leipzig Werk II
26th_DEU_Aschaffenburg Colossaal
28th_DEU_Konstanz Kulturladen
29th_DEU_Munich Backstage
30th_AUT_Aflenz Sublime
NOVEMBER 2010
1st__CHE_St Gallen Grabenhalle
2nd__CHE_Bern ISC Club
4th__ESP_Barcelona Be Cool
5th__ESP_Granada El Tren
6th__ESP_Madrid Ritmo@Compas
7th__ESP_Navarra Sala Totem
9th__FRA_Paris Nouveau Casino
11th_Portsmouth Wedgewood Rooms
13th_Brighton Concorde 2
14th_Bristol Fleece
15th_Manchester Academy 2
edit: a worthy 4000th post.
Fuck yeah.
finally I'll be able to catch them live!
why do they play in Poland, when I'm far away in Turkey?
shit man.
kinda sucks that Porcupine Tree aren't playing with them on the whole tour. would love to see those two bands together.
oh yeah. I guess Oceansize might become the warmup band for them though, and i've already seen porcupine quite a few times, so it might be a good thing after all.
I still kick myself for missing Porcupine Tree playing with Katatonia recently. I didn't know them back then, but now they've become a favorite of mine. here's hoping I'll get another chance to see them.
You will. They play in Scandinavia a whole lot. I've been lucky enough to catch them three times over the last three years.
Quote from: Jacob on Jul 29, 2010, 08:27 PM
I still kick myself for missing Porcupine Tree playing with Katatonia recently. I didn't know them back then, but now they've become a favorite of mine. here's hoping I'll get another chance to see them.
yeah porcupine tree is right after deftones for bands i NEEED to see. been a favourite of mine for a long time. hopefully i get to see oceansize someday. not looking very likely though. sucks not being able to ever see about 98% of your favourite bands.
I can't wait for the album :(
BRAGGING
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God damn!
leak that shit!
O_O
want
OH MY GOD
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Oceansize – Self Preserved While the Bodies Float Up
http://www.mediafire.com/?ug1929q771z916i (http://www.eclectech.co.uk/b3ta/lemonparty.gif)
:)
I'm so stoked for this album right now. I've been listening to super imposer over and over, the last few days.
omg
edit: you actually got me. hrrrrrr.
yeah what a dick
;D
Pre-order the CD or get it on iTunes :) This band needs as much support in the US as possible or else they might not be able to ever successfully tour the US.
Just saying.
http://www.cmdistro.com/Item/Oceansize_-_Self_Preserved_While_The_Bodies_Float_Up_-PRE-ORDER-/35477 (http://www.cmdistro.com/Item/Oceansize_-_Self_Preserved_While_The_Bodies_Float_Up_-PRE-ORDER-/35477)
And you're still a dick. Showing off with that picture is like the lamest thing ever. That is the opposite of what I enjoy about this forum. All of the time people post links and won't even consider to make a remark like "don't forget to buy the cd, because that'll help the artist"
because if I enjoy something, I'll buy it anyways. And I'm sure most people do. And if they don't, it's not me to judge them.
Anyways, as soon as I find the leak, I will post a link.
And as soon as you post it I will report it ;)
All I'm doing is having some fun. Chill the fuck out, brah. Boofuckinghoo I have the CD and won't leak it. Do you have no patience or respect for artists? If the band decides to stream the album, then listen to it that way and make a decision off that. They actually get some royalty money off of album streams! Leaking albums like this, by a band like Oceansize, affects them greatly in the US.
Because they're a BUSINESS band?
No thank you..
Haha. At least tell if the album's any good.
"Anyways, as soon as I find the leak, I will post a link."
Right on, man. Doesn't matter if the album leaks, I'm going to buy it either way if it's any good. Posting pictures of the album, and being arrogant about it, isn't going to make me want to pre-order the album.
Quote from: lostpilot on Aug 25, 2010, 09:22 PM
Because they're a BUSINESS band?
No thank you..
what the fuck is a business band? Simple math: Band makes money, band continues career full time. Band don't make money, band break up.
The album is mindblowing.
PS I am still just having fun... you guys are so seriouuus. smoke a blunt. shiiiit.
Quote from: skinnypuppy on Aug 26, 2010, 07:01 AM
Quote from: lostpilot on Aug 25, 2010, 09:22 PM
Because they're a BUSINESS band?
No thank you..
what the fuck is a business band? Simple math: Band makes money, band continues career full time. Band don't make money, band break up.
Yes, I understand that you want to keep leaks away to improve the overall sales so the band members can get royalties for the art they've done. But you have got to admit, you acted like a total dick by posting the picture of the physical album. It's like whoa you people suck so much for not having this and I am so above you with my privileges. That is not cool, cause I have been waiting a long time for this album and your actions do not make the wait any better. And your actions are not inspiring to pre-order.. and basically there doesn't need to be an incentive for pre-ordering - the fans that love the band and want to give back will order the album anyway, I do this all the time.
All in all, yes, your actions will make SharingLungs a limited community on the matters of the album leak, but you will not be able to cleanse whole internet.
THERE WILL BE LEAKS. lol
Going to see them live October 15. They're playing in a tiny venue, so that should definitely be cool.
And tickets were only like $11.
Win!
I'm a complete noob to this band... Can any of you avid oceansize fans recommend songs/albums that really define their sound etc.. thanks
intense discussions ahead...hehe.
as far as I am concerned, I'd start with Effloresce. Not just because it's their first album. It's a start, and you will most likely crave for more.
i think my favorite now is probably Everyone Into Position. on second thought, just get all their shit.
Quote from: lostpilot on Aug 26, 2010, 10:20 AM
Quote from: skinnypuppy on Aug 26, 2010, 07:01 AM
Quote from: lostpilot on Aug 25, 2010, 09:22 PM
Because they're a BUSINESS band?
No thank you..
what the fuck is a business band? Simple math: Band makes money, band continues career full time. Band don't make money, band break up.
Yes, I understand that you want to keep leaks away to improve the overall sales so the band members can get royalties for the art they've done. But you have got to admit, you acted like a total dick by posting the picture of the physical album. It's like whoa you people suck so much for not having this and I am so above you with my privileges. That is not cool, cause I have been waiting a long time for this album and your actions do not make the wait any better. And your actions are not inspiring to pre-order.. and basically there doesn't need to be an incentive for pre-ordering - the fans that love the band and want to give back will order the album anyway, I do this all the time.
All in all, yes, your actions will make SharingLungs a limited community on the matters of the album leak, but you will not be able to cleanse whole internet.
THERE WILL BE LEAKS. lol
Haha I know, total dick move on my part, which I admitted to. But in all seriousness, I think it's legit lame to illegally download prior to release date. Not saying it wont happen, but the impatient attitude of not even waiting until it''s available to the masses sorta blows.
Quote from: bright lights, big city on Aug 26, 2010, 04:56 PM
i think my favorite now is probably Everyone Into Position. on second thought, just get all their shit.
Totally agree.
haha Thanks guys... Yeah I'll start with their first... and just work my way up... I listened to a couple songs this morning and I'm very intriged so I already want more...
I'd start with Effloresce too :)
i got into them big after frames. that album is brilliant. but really all their stuff is amazing. can't wait for the new one.
Okay, so I'm risking a SL beat-down by saying this, but am I the only one who thinks that the vocalist sounds slightly like John Mayer in some of their songs?
how dare you!
but really, i never thought of that comparison. sir, i hope you haven't ruined my future Oceansize listening experiences.
I want the new album so bad
Quote from: bright lights, big city on Aug 28, 2010, 10:56 PM
how dare you!
but really, i never thought of that comparison. sir, i hope you haven't ruined my future Oceansize listening experiences.
Haha!
I just noticed it in some of their songs.
I don't really have anything against Mayer. He's a talented dude. Not a fan, but not a hater either.
Listen to Unfamiliar and tell me that he doesn't sound a little like Mayer. :D
Quote from: theis on Aug 28, 2010, 10:43 PM
Okay, so I'm risking a SL beat-down by saying this, but am I the only one who thinks that the vocalist sounds slightly like John Mayer in some of their songs?
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yes, you're the only one.
and unfamiliar is probably my favorite oceansize song. don't ruin it for me!
there are some new songs with shitty quality on youtube..
.
what now?
Kerrang! gave the new album 4 K's
which is not 5K
the album is out there.
google
Okay, so the new album..
don't read this if you haven't listened yet - otherwise you might be influenced by my thoughts.
[spoiler]Well, definitely not what I expected.. at some level. I guess the trippy/dreamy Oceansize is gone - and they most probably will never create something as concrete in these terms as Effloresce. But the album is definitely a step somewhere (can't say back or forth, just aside), evolution is obvious.
Major standouts of the album - SuperImposer (obviously), Oscar Acceptance Speech, Silent / Transparent. The album is definitely a grower, though I am not sure if there is something beyond what I am hearing now. Musically, the album is up-beat, technically difficult, and experimental to a certain level (yeah, It's My Tail and I'll Chase It If I Want To), but the band stopped inventing new ways to sound, just basically recycle what they have been doing best and experiment in timings and different timing and rhythm collisions. What this album lacks is emotional involvement.. I can't say previous albums were all emotional, but this album lacks emotion whatsoever.. Basically only my three favorite songs express the feelings I was looking for. It's not a bad thing though - Oceansize are traversing through whole different emotions anyway.
Before the grow - only 7/10. [/spoiler]
Gave the new one 3 spins, and I'm really, really liking it... A lot. "Oscar Acceptance Speech" is amazing. This is the first release I'm going to buy since "Effloresce"
After 3 full listens, baked, with headphones, eating spaghetti, rubbing my left tendril, and starching my socks... 3.5/5
Five songs in and I really, really, really love it.
it's no Everyone Into Position, but i still like it so far. might need a few spins to get me REALLY into it like their other releases, though.
Quote from: bright lights, big city on Sep 04, 2010, 07:09 PM
it's no Everyone Into Position, but i still like it so far. might need a few spins to get me REALLY into it like their other releases, though.
edit: nvm
it's pretty damn good, but unfortunately yet another album with a bit too much screwing around and too few songs that really stand out. "It's My Tail And I'll Chase It If I Want To" is already one of my favorite songs by them though. and the album opener is pretty awesome.
I've listened to it four times today and I can easily see this becoming my favorite Oceansize album. I love every song on it.
Pretty incredible that a band can put out 4 near flawless albums in a 7 year span.
Edit: Just NOW I realize that the album cover is a woman's body. Haha, I thought it was two birds or something.
(http://eslpod.com/eslpod_blog/wp-content/uploads/2007/10/healesville_img_8370.jpg)
vs
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equals you needing
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Hahahaha.
Everyone Into Position
Self Preserved While the Bodies Float Up
Effloresce
Frames
it's growing on me! SuperImposer and Oscar Acceptance Speech are sooo fucking good.
Good album, I'm really in the mood to see these guys live again.
No freaking way, i love this band and no one around here knows about them.
Omgz, i just found out that Vessels are joining them on their concert in Oslo. Stoked!
cool man, nice combination :)
Yeah, Vessels are also supporting their Copenhagen gig. Never heard their music before (Vessels), but apparently a lot of you SL'ers are digging them.
But, GODDAMN I am excited to see Oceansize!!!
I think you'll enjoy Vessels. they're a really great yet underrated band. They should get more coverage imo.Try their "White Fields and Open Devices". A GREAT record.
I saw Vessels support Oceansize last time they played here in London. Great band.
This time when I see Oceansize in London, YNDI HALDA will be supporting :D
Quote from: Starz on Sep 11, 2010, 04:52 PM
This time when I see Oceansize in London, YNDI HALDA will be supporting :D
you have to be shitting me man.
I hate you.
:( .
Theis, check this out: Vessels - A Hundred Times in Every Direction (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H8t1kCjUGQg#)
Quote from: Starz on Sep 11, 2010, 04:52 PM
I saw Vessels support Oceansize last time they played here in London. Great band.
This time when I see Oceansize in London, YNDI HALDA will be supporting :D
THAT'S a fucking sweet show!
Seeing them live tonight! STOKED!
I'm seeing them tomorrow, double stoked!
I really, REALLY hope they'll end the set with Ornament/the Last Wrongs. That would be amazing.
They ended with Women Who Love Men when I saw them a few weeks back
i would jizz my pants if they ended on that one.
Really good concert. Lead singer was fucking drunk, but he still played and sang flawlessly.
It got a little boring midthrough...personally, I think this is more of a "headphone" band than a live band for me.
They ended with Ornament and it was just beautiful.
Highlight song: Build Us a Rocket Then...
That song is simply HUGE live.
4/5.
you lucky bastards
I'm leaving for Oslo right a bout nowish. Stoked as hell for tonight, Not so stoked on having to sleep at the trainstation afterwards. I forgot to book a hotel room, and lady gaga is playing in Oslo aswell this weekend, so there's no rooms left in the whole city. Not in the cheap hotels at least.
Best concert i've been to in quite a while. Both bands delivered like a mafacka, and oceansize ended on women who love men who love drugs, which was awesome. I knew i would enjoy seeing vessels live too, but they were even better than i expected. And I didn't have to sleep on the floor of the trainstation like i thought i would. Brilliant night!
Could any of you by any chance upload the feed to feed cds. I can't find any good download links anywheres.
Sure. I can either upload it or you get it from me through soulseek. Both works fine for me.
i don't use soulseek, don't know how it works. But if that's easier i could download it i guess.
I finally listened to the new album all the way through tonight. I really wasn't impressed by the songs I heard before the cd was released and out of total disappointment didn't even give the album a chance. Now i have to say that I deserve to be repeatdly kicked in the nuts, because it's a fucking ridiculously awesome album.
Oceansize's latest album, Self Preserved While the Bodies Float Up, is fantastic. They streamlined their sound, yet still sprinkle their songs with that same spacey magic. "Pine" is such a tear-jerker.
Still, nothing tops Frames.
Quote from: lostpilot on Feb 20, 2011, 11:15 PM
Still, nothing tops Frames.
For some reason I just can't get in to Frames. I don't like Mike's melodies at all, but the music it good otherwise. Effloresce is my favorite.
I think Frames is too long for its own good. Actually my least favorite Oceansize album. First 3 songs are amazing though.
Everyone Into Position is easily my favorite.
I haven't listened to Frames in so long....
I think I should do that again soon.
Ok so I've been listening to Frames and I have to say it's not even half as bad as I remember it being. Still def not my favorite, but a pretty solid album.
A band like Oceansize can hardly release crappy music, so my guess is if you like one album of theirs, you can hardly dislike another. It's all a matter of taste, my favorites are still Effloresce and Everyone Into Position, but the other albums are good too. It took me a while to get into Self Preserved..., but now I love it.
Oceansize split up, apparently..
well that sucks
they've released good enough music for their time. so I am sort of satisfied
i'm glad i got to see them last year.
Damn, what a bummer.
But yeah, also glad I got the see them live last year.
Saw them live last year too.
I guess Mike was making more money from being second guitarist of Biffy Clyro anyway...
Four albums and a bunch of EP's, that is not the worst back catalogue the world has ever seen.
I've seen them once during the Everyone Into Position era, once during the Frames era, and once a couple months before the release of Self Preserved... Really happy to have seen them a couple times over the years.
Well fuck I guess i caught on a little late.
well that sucks.
ill never see them live. fuck me.
Quote from: Slacker on Feb 26, 2011, 03:00 AM
ill never see them live. fuck me.
me neither dude. laaaaame.
Totally fucking disappointed...never saw them live either.
I am legit bummed. It's too bad the last record didn't take off.
Quote from: skinnypuppy on Mar 02, 2011, 02:07 AM
I am legit bummed. It's too bad the last record didn't take off.
Since you work at their label, do you have any idea why they broke up?
Quote from: theis on Mar 02, 2011, 10:35 AM
Quote from: skinnypuppy on Mar 02, 2011, 02:07 AM
I am legit bummed. It's too bad the last record didn't take off.
Since you work at their label, do you have any idea why they broke up?
Nope, in the dark on this one too
I've been listening to home and minor so much lately. I think it may be my favorite oceansize release. The Strand is beyond amazing.
FRAMES > ALL
I thought effloresce was your favorite.
I don't know. I'm not coming back to Effloresce as much as Frames. Frames is essentially more complex and mature. Nothing can top first three songs. And everything else.
For me at least, it changes week to week. Same with ISIS for that matter.
But lately it has been Effloresce, mostly because it's one of the few cd's left in my car.