Lost in Transition
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Track listing
- 1 My Dear Machine 2:48
- 2 Radio 3:33
- 3 Give It Back 4:46
- 4 Safety Line 4:37
- 5 When You Call Me 3:23
- 6 Should Not Be This Hard 3:15
- 7 Go Your Way 3:13
- 8 Failure 3:32
- 9 Don't Blame Yourself 3:38
- 10 Stand My Ground 2:39
- 11 Sooner Than Later 3:35
- 12 Be OK 2:50
- Total length: 41:49
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I'm so glad that these guys decided to get back together, even though this album took forever to come out. Four years is way too long to wait for new material. Anyone who reads my reviews here knows of my love for Sixpence, and my assertion that "Kiss Me" was cool, but hardly the one hit wonder that most identify them with.
Songwriter and guitarist Matt Slocum and exhilarating singer Leigh Nash were one of the best musical teams of the 90s. Here they headed into the studio with famed producer Jim Scott and pretty much continued where they left off ten years ago with the Divine Discontent album. Sort of a combo of alt-country and jangle pop, their sound really hasn't changed at all. If you're a fan of those genres, and just great, melodic songwriting in general, then get this immediately. You will not be disappointed.
Songwriter and guitarist Matt Slocum and exhilarating singer Leigh Nash were one of the best musical teams of the 90s. Here they headed into the studio with famed producer Jim Scott and pretty much continued where they left off ten years ago with the Divine Discontent album. Sort of a combo of alt-country and jangle pop, their sound really hasn't changed at all. If you're a fan of those genres, and just great, melodic songwriting in general, then get this immediately. You will not be disappointed.
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Nothing like their self titled..
Since they choose to redo two of the great songs from the Dear Machine EP here, they should have just redid "My dear Machine" as well. Since the 08 version seems a bit unnatural to be added here as the albums opener. This is because in 2008, Sixpence had a different type of production in mind and attitude, which was great! Here it doesn't belong because the rest of the album that follows is pretty weak compared to any of their earlier brilliant work. Especially their best effort (imo) "Sixpence none the richer" of 97. The songs sound like generic radio friendly contemporary Country pop with often bland and uninteresting lyrics.
The production is really boring most (90%) of the time and Leigh Nash's amazing vocals cannot hide this fact.
I don't even consider this a "real" album by Sixpence. Hell, even Leigh Nash's solo album "Blue on blue" is more enjoyable to me than LiT. And I don't really even like blue on blue too much.
I don't even like the album cover they choose. :(
I told Sixpence twice on their Twitter what I thought of the new album and the second time, they told me that I was being rude. Sixpence said "I can assure you, there has not been a lack of effort here".
If you find yourself agreeing with me then here is what you should listen to from Sixpence, showcasing their finest moments..
The fatherless and the Widow 1994
"mostly solid album with several great tracks"
Sixpence none the richer 1997
"Their best album, every track is excellent!"
Divine discontent 2002
"Very enjoyable! A solid effort all the way through! Second close to their self titled."
My Dear Machine 2008
"Totally excellent! All four tracks are perfectly done."
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A return to form of sorts for Leigh Nash and her band. _Lost in Transition_ is more rock oriented than Leigh's solo work. The melodies are more accessible which allows her to do what she does best. Actually, this reminds me of the work of Eisley which is weird because Eisley used to remind me of Sixpence None The Richer. What used to turn me off with the early albums of Sixpence was the Christian theme in their lyrics but I don't mind them in this album because the songs are just so darn good. It also helps that the band is on fire, perfectly harmonious guitars, drums and pianos, it's dreamy and just really pleasant. Welcome back, Sixpence.
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"Lost in Transition" is the first real Sixpence None the Richers album since 2002s "Divine Discontent". Problems with their record label made in 2004 key members, songwriter and guitarist Matt Slocum and singer Leigh Nash temporarily disband the group.
Leigh Nash released in 2006, her neglected masterpiece "Blue on Blue", which had song contributions from Matt Slocum, but also showed Nash herself as a very competent songwriter. This album can only be recommended in the warmest, and it measures the absolute with the best of Sixpence None the Richer; most of the songs actually sound like Sixpence recordings.
Fortunately Slocum and Nash reformed SPNTR in 2008. An excellent download-only EP, "My Dear Machine" was released and soon after came a Christmas album "The Dawn of Grace" with among other great songs included a fine version of Joni Mitchell's "River".
New problems and delays unfortunately turned up again and the release a new album, originally intended to be called "Strange Conversations", was constantly postponed. Now finally the songs are out now released as "Lost in Transition"; a title that makes good sense.
Since the release of "My Dear Machine" I have eagerly awaited this release, which is now thankfully turns out to be worth waiting for. They have wisely chosen to include the song "My Dear Machine" in the original 2008 version. This is simply a great song. To my ears, the song has everything a hit needs, that is one with lasting qualities. A catchy melody, great riffs (horns), intelligent lyrics which leave room for interpretation and a perfect vocal performance by Leigh Nash. Should be a hit. A classic for the group.
Two other songs from the 2008 EP are found here in new recordings. Not least, Leigh Nash's moving "Sooner Than Later" is a highlight on the album. "Give it Back" has a new title, but is actually a new recording of "Amazing Grace"
The album is generally characterized by fine songwriting, and especially Matt Slocum shows great versatility. In addition to "My Dear Machine" songs like "Radio" and "Do not Blame Yorself" are written in the same catchy power-pop style such as their early hit "There She Goes". The beautiful ballad "Safety Line" is also written by Slocum.
A plaintive mood characterizes parts of the album; particularly in a song like "Failure".
One song, "I Do", is only available as mp3 download. Yet another fine number that should have been included on the CD.
According to Leigh Nash a new album already in mind. Hopefully we won't have to wait so long this time.
A great comeback album perfectly produced by Jim Scott.
Leigh Nash released in 2006, her neglected masterpiece "Blue on Blue", which had song contributions from Matt Slocum, but also showed Nash herself as a very competent songwriter. This album can only be recommended in the warmest, and it measures the absolute with the best of Sixpence None the Richer; most of the songs actually sound like Sixpence recordings.
Fortunately Slocum and Nash reformed SPNTR in 2008. An excellent download-only EP, "My Dear Machine" was released and soon after came a Christmas album "The Dawn of Grace" with among other great songs included a fine version of Joni Mitchell's "River".
New problems and delays unfortunately turned up again and the release a new album, originally intended to be called "Strange Conversations", was constantly postponed. Now finally the songs are out now released as "Lost in Transition"; a title that makes good sense.
Since the release of "My Dear Machine" I have eagerly awaited this release, which is now thankfully turns out to be worth waiting for. They have wisely chosen to include the song "My Dear Machine" in the original 2008 version. This is simply a great song. To my ears, the song has everything a hit needs, that is one with lasting qualities. A catchy melody, great riffs (horns), intelligent lyrics which leave room for interpretation and a perfect vocal performance by Leigh Nash. Should be a hit. A classic for the group.
Two other songs from the 2008 EP are found here in new recordings. Not least, Leigh Nash's moving "Sooner Than Later" is a highlight on the album. "Give it Back" has a new title, but is actually a new recording of "Amazing Grace"
The album is generally characterized by fine songwriting, and especially Matt Slocum shows great versatility. In addition to "My Dear Machine" songs like "Radio" and "Do not Blame Yorself" are written in the same catchy power-pop style such as their early hit "There She Goes". The beautiful ballad "Safety Line" is also written by Slocum.
A plaintive mood characterizes parts of the album; particularly in a song like "Failure".
One song, "I Do", is only available as mp3 download. Yet another fine number that should have been included on the CD.
According to Leigh Nash a new album already in mind. Hopefully we won't have to wait so long this time.
A great comeback album perfectly produced by Jim Scott.
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My Dear Machine
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2
Radio
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3
Give It Back
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4
Safety Line
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5
When You Call Me
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6
Should Not Be This Hard
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7
Go Your Way
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8
Failure
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9
Don't Blame Yourself
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10
Stand My Ground
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11
Sooner Than Later
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12
Be OK
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