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Tim Finn Big Canoe (1986)
Originally Released 1985\n\nAMG EXPERT REVIEW: Tim Finn teamed up with playwright Jeremy Brock for his second solo outing, Big Canoe. Although the collaboration is predictably ambitious -- probably Finn's most ambitious since the early days of Split Enz -- beneath all the overblown arrangements and slightly dated production lie some terrific songs. Material like "No Thunder No Fire No Rain," "Hyacinth," and "Carve You in Marble" deserves a better setting, but the album is still able to shine, and some minor flaws are forgivable, especially to diehard fans. Big Canoe also marks a welcome reunion between Finn and ex-Enz collaborator Phil Judd, who contributes sitar and rhythm guitar to a couple of tracks. -- Chris Woodstra\n\nAMAZON.COM CUSTOMER REVIEW\nPoor production values, but wonderful vocals and some shining moments to enjoy, March 11, 2006\nReviewer: Shirley Pena (Central California, USA)\nThis album, though arguably Tim's weakest offering so far, is nonetheless worthy of praise for the sheer QUALITY of Finn's vocals. His voice is in FINE form:the best in his entire career. Until recent years, Tim was reknowned in Australia and New Zealand as one of the best singers to hail from that part of the globe, and this album serves testament to that. \n\nThe primary problem here is over-production, giving the songs too much polish and thereby detracting attention away from the delicate beauty of the melodies. Tim's songs have always been served better with sensitive,carefully crafted, innovative arrangements(such as found on his EXCELLENT self-titled album on the Capitol label). Sadly, his songs here received the standard slick production values typically found in Aussie Pop from that time period. \n\nAnother problem here is that the sheer quality of the material itself is nowhere near on the same par with Tim's previous efforts. Finn had produced-prior to this album-not only a highly respected body of work with New Zealand's legendary Split Enz, but most notably what remains in most critics'(and fans) eyes as his finest album:"Escapade". "Escapade" produced a truly STAGGERING number of top ten hits for Finn in Australia and New Zealand, as well as winning him NEW fans in the European and American music markets too. It culminated in winning him Australia's version of the Grammy, not only for album of the year but top male vocalist too! After such an accomplishment, this overall lackluster follow-up was seen by many as quite a disappointment. \n\nHowever, certain songs here do manage to penetrate at times through the glossly production values. When they do, there are some significant joys to be found. I loved the playfullness of "Timmy", "Water Into Wine" and especially "Are We One Or Are We Two". On the latter, if you listen closely, you can actually hear the sound of drum sticks falling to the studio floor at the end of the song, followed by the sound of GENUINE laughter from Finn. \n\nOverall, I gave it three stars for Tim Finn's impressive vocal technique/prowess, and for those small but shining moments to be heard throughout. \n\nAMAZON.COM CUSTOMER REVIEW\nTim starts again, May 29, 1998\nReviewer: A music fan\nThis album marked timm finn's break from split enz (which evolved into crowded house). it sounds like a solo album should - original & uncluttered. worth listening to, especially in the context that it closed and opened chapters in the finn brothers' musical stages.\n\nAMAZON.COM CUSTOMER REVIEW\nAn Overlooked Gem, August 3, 2003\nReviewer: M.B. Allen (Central Illinois)\nThere is a surprising "funky" beat to many of the songs on "Big Canoe." While that might sound uninviting on a Tim Finn CD, it really wears its welcome well. Finn is in fine vocal form, and the songs have distinct and interesting melodies. "Spiritual Hunger" starts off the CD with a reverbing "Hear me now, hear me now." The bass playing is strong, and it sounds as if the drum machines are in high gear, but the end result is an almost danceable power tune.\nOther selections that are noteworthy are "Don't Bury My Heart," the very funky "So Deep," the spiritual "No Thunder, No Fire, No Rain," and the sweet "Hyacinth." The title track brings a chanting element, which most Finn fans will be happy to hear again. The final track, "Are We One Or Are We Two?" is a pop beauty, utilizing horns and strings to their finest.\n\n"Big Canoe" has been bashed by a number of professional reviewers through the years. I've found it to be extremely satisfying... I think it's Tim Finn's best solo work... and, actually, it is very much on a par with brother Neil's best solo and Crowded House endeavours. Highly recommended.\n\nHalf.com Details \nProducer: Nick Launay
This folk cd contains 12 tracks and runs 52min 6sec.
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